Mary (Twink) Gates Some collectors of place settings may not be aware of the name of the beautiful China/pottery known as transferware when they have come across an intricately patterned piece of China, vase, or planter that has piqued their interest. Mary Gates, a member of Questers Catalina Timewalkers, was one of those people who…
Mark Albrecht If you haven’t noticed, the SaddleBrooke Ballroom Dance Club (SBDC) offers an opportunity to dance almost every day of the week! But that’s not to monopolize your calendar. It’s to offer a wide variety of classes and practice sessions so you can choose what you want to learn. While most people focus on…
Vivian Herman June is busting out all over, and the featured dance from the SaddleBrooke Ballroom Dance Club (SBDC) will be bachata, taught by Harry and Dottie Adams. The bachata is a vibrant and passionate genre of music and dance originating in the Dominican Republic. Its themes of love, heartbreak, and passion using guitar rhythms,…
Laurence Edralin The SaddleBrooke Genealogy Club is transitioning to workshop sessions, starting June 5, focusing on discussion groups from June through September. These workshops will cover topics from starting a family tree to specific research on ethnic backgrounds like Norwegian or Polish, with experienced members available for guidance. They will lead discussion groups and help…
Greg Hlushko The SaddleBrooke Chess Club has players of various experience levels, and we play in a casual, friendly environment for fun. Chess is a great game that can help keep your mind sharp and improve your concentration. Come by to learn how to play or to play a few games. The club has no…
Laurence Edralin The SaddleBrooke Computer Club will offer a reduced schedule of classes over the summer. The bi-monthly “Tech Café” breakfast meetings and Tech Help sessions ended in early May. However, some Tech Help sessions may be scheduled as the need is presented. “Tech Talk” meetings are paused until September. The club continues to focus…