Mary Jo Bellner Swartzberg “You know, I was the first one to hold you after you were born,” my Aunt Ginny said when I called her to say that we were coming to Florida and that we wanted to stop by to see her and then take her out to lunch. Ginny was the second…
Al Melvin Albert Anthony (Al) Melvin was born Nov. 3, 1944, in Helena, Mont. He passed away on Aug. 2, 2023. His father, Benjamin Franklin Melvin, was a career U.S. Army officer. The family lived in Korea, Austria, France, and throughout the U.S. The highlight of his life and the key to his success was…
Claire Guidas When it’s too hot outside, come have some fun in the pool and make new friends! From May 2 through Aug. 31, the Swim Club will offer coached practices on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Two practices will be available on those days from 7 to 8:30 a.m. and 8:30 to 10 a.m. While…
Barbara Barr Have you ever wondered who answers when you call Senior Village at 520-314-1042? It’s EVE! EVE is an acronym for a computer program known as Easy Village Express. After you leave your name and request with EVE, the Dispatch team moves into action. Dispatch makes sure your request gets to the correct Senior Village…
Susan Hollis In mid-June, 50-plus members of SaddleBrooke Cyclemasters traveled to Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, for five days of outstanding bicycling. Most of the paths ridden were on abandoned railroad routes in the states of Washington, Idaho, and Montana. While the City of Coeur d’Alene was the base and the site of the host hotel, most…
Debbie McGeehan Despite the hot and humid weather, we always find fun playing Saturday morning mixed doubles! Organized play provides competitive but fun play against different opponents. It’s a great opportunity to play with your spouse or link up with other players. One couple moves to another court after 40 minutes and plays against new…