Ken Marich The Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR) is pleased to sponsor Dr. Sandy McNabb who will be presenting a two-hour program titled “From the Arab Spring to the Arab Winter—What Happened?” Dr. McNabb’s presentation will be held in the DesertView Theater on Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024, from 4 to 6 p.m. and is open…
Sharon Ringsven The America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Passes are a suite of annual and lifetime passes that provide U.S. citizens and visitors an affordable and convenient way to access federal recreation lands. These are often referred to as “Interagency Passes,” and up to 100% of the pass program’s proceeds are used…
Dee Berisha The ladies of WOOO (Women On Our Own) gathered for their semi-annual potluck to celebrate new members, welcome back snowbirds, share many adventures, and learn about new events being planned. Wonderful food prepared by the participants was enjoyed, as well as several beverage choices. President Charly McInroy called the meeting to order and…
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly As November rolls in, families across the country prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, a time for expressing gratitude and sharing moments of togetherness. Unfortunately, it’s also a season when scams tend to be on the rise. Scammers are skilled at exploiting the holiday spirit, preying on people’s emotions and generosity.…
Stuart Watkins Mah Jongg, or Mahjong, is a popular game in SaddleBrooke, as it is around the world. It is a tile-based game developed in the 19th century in China and spread throughout the world. Four players sit around a table, and each has a set of tiles to start with. Then the scramble to…
Mary Gates It was 10 a.m. on Oct. 12 when 25 members of the British Club met to attend their annual general meeting at Mike and Eileen Sedgwick’s home here in SaddleBrooke. A continental breakfast was served before the meeting where new officers of the British Club were duly elected for 2023–24. As usual, members enjoyed…