Category: December 2022

Veterans Day 2022

Mary Jo Bellner Swartzberg The two singing groups were performance-ready, having practiced for the last several weeks for the music that we were going to sing at assisted living locations. One group—the Catalina Chorale (under the direction of Randall Dighton)—sang in the morning at Watermark. The other group—The Sonoran Singers (under the direction of Cora…

There’s a Hole in the Bucket

Stuart Watkins There’s rain damage from the last Monsoon Well fix it, dear husband, fix it Insurance won’t cover it, I found out at noon Rain will come again so open your wallet Four bids received; all about the same Who can take care of it before the rains return One company only does the…

December at the Golden Goose Thrift Shop

Stephanie Urdilaes Jingle all the way to the Golden Goose Thrift Shop! We are your one-stop shop for all your holiday needs. Deck the halls. Dress and bling. Perfect gifts. It’s all here for a fraction of retail! Give the gift of joy. We have beautiful Golden Goose gift cards available that are sure to…

Unit Happenings

Unit 2 Halloween Party On Oct. 31 a Unit 2 gathering was held at the home of Barbara and Bob (aka Bob-cat) Allen. Costumes were optional; however, the majority attending were dressed for the occasion. A coven of witches, their familiars (cats), pirates, athletes, a member of the Addams family, cowgirl and cowhand, and others…

… And a Warm, Soft Blanket

Rosemary Douglas In November, customers of the Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) were eligible to receive two emergency food boxes, a full Thanksgiving dinner … and a warm, soft blanket. Several lucky families received a beautiful quilt made by the talented Sun City Quilters. We are thankful for the Sun City Quilters and appreciate their generosity…

SaddleBrooke Ballroom Dance Club

Lots of Dancing Opportunities Diana Wille SaddleBrooke Ballroom Dance Club (SBDC) is dedicated to bringing SaddleBrooke residents multiple social dancing opportunities and accommodating all levels of dancing ability. Here are some of the events you can attend. Dinner Dance Parties: A Monthly Dinner Dance is available. Jan. 20, 2023, is our upcoming dinner dance. We…

Another Fabulous SaddleBrooke Singers Concert

Cheri Emahiser A Christmas Odyssey Our holiday concert took you on a “Christmas Odyssey.” Our director Tanya Elias chose music to immerse you in an enchanting musical journey. The music featured songs inspired by a voyage home, a stroll on Broadway, and a journey to Bethlehem, and many more before our odyssey of song concluded.…

Pink-Ribbon Boudoir Photo Exhibit

The photo exhibit Pink-Ribbon Boudoir for breast cancer survivors showcased photographs of seven survivor/warriors who won a free boudoir photo retreat in August 2022. The Post Workspaces at 7400 N. Oracle Road hosted the free Dec. 4 public display of 50 large canvases photographed by project creator and Tucson boudoir photographer Jana M. Suchy of…

United SaddleBrooke Says Thank You

United SaddleBrooke Board of Directors ‘Tis the season of giving gifts and giving thanks. United SaddleBrooke (US) wants to thank the candidates who ran for the Homeowners Association boards. They offered their gifts—time, expertise, energy, and spirit—to serve us. Congrats to those who were elected, and thanks to the homeowners who voted. US looks forward…