As our lives become increasingly busy and technology-driven, our reading habits are changing in ways that significantly impact our cognitive development and cultural engagement. A recent article on Abtaba.com provides a look at current reading statistics, revealing trends especially relevant to those who have grown up with a love of books and the written word.…
Mark your calendars for a night of unforgettable music and fun! On Nov. 9 the CSM Trio will set the stage ablaze at a special fundraiser event benefiting the Friends of SaddleBrooke Libraries (FSL). This exciting evening, held in the ballroom at MountainView, promises to be an event you won’t want to miss. Prepare for…
Renee Mazin History has not celebrated the contributions and achievements of women as much as men. This month, Book Nook wants to set the record straight by highlighting some of these women who deserve more recognition. Instead of examining the exact historical record, many authors represented in the SaddleBrooke Libraries collection tell the stories of…
Happy Tail: ‘They’re Sweethearts’ Romayne Trudo In November of 2021, longtime volunteers and supporters of SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network, Zenda and Vic Saraydarian, adopted an eight-month-old kitty from Oracle Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation (OARR). He is a stunning, all-black kitty with green eyes that they named Lil Guy. He has been the center of their…
New Executive VP Proves You Can Go Home Again Nancy McCluskey-Moore Gayl Van Natter became SaddleBrooke Community Outreach’s executive vice president in April of 2024. However, this is not her first time serving on the SBCO Board of Directors. In fact, her service with SBCO began shortly after she moved to SaddleBrooke from Seattle in…
Anne Quinn-Diment Fourth of July holiday spirit was on display at the Patriotic Pawsome Party at the SaddleBrooke Dog Park on July 6. Camp Bow Wow sponsored the event, which was a tail-wagging success, with many Dog Park members and their pooches having great fun. The red, white, and blue theme created a festive atmosphere…