Nancy Dowell Pickleball in SaddleBrooke began with 85 enthusiastic SaddleBrooke residents coming to see a demonstration of the game in the MountainView parking lot in 2007. The demonstration was organized by former residents, Dave and Beth Patterson, who were the driving force behind organizing pickleball in SaddleBrooke. Seventy-five of those people attending that day signed…
Dani Arbuckle; Abridged by Ron Bouchard Doubles tennis is an enjoyable way to pass the afternoon with friends, but it’s also more than just a social activity. Doubles tennis is a great way to keep fit. In a two-hour session, you can expect to burn a significant number of calories. Exactly how many you burn…
Pam Boedeker SaddleBrooke Nature Club began a four-part series of lectures on our water supply. The first speaker was Bruce Hale. Bruce is a SaddleBrooke resident who has extensive experience with water supply and resources. Bruce has degrees in both biology and chemistry. He has an Associate degree in digital electronics and a Masters in…
Diana Wille Good news! SaddleBrooke Ballroom Dance Club (SBDC) is now offering mini versions of its very popular ballroom dance lessons. Classes are from 3 to 4 p.m. on Friday afternoons in the SaddleBrooke One Tennis Pavilion. Social distancing and masks are required of course. Each Friday will feature a different dance style and focus…
Eileen J. Snearly The passing of the torch is relinquishing responsibilities, a tradition, practice, or knowledge to another. This metaphoric expression alludes to the ancient Greek torch race, in which a lighted torch was passed from one runner to the next. On Jan. 19, the MountainView Preserve Lady Niners held an awards event at the…
Tami Peterson The SaddleBrooke SilverBelles Are a talented troupe Happy to entertain Your party or group A special occasion An outdoor event We can dance outside Or under a tent We’re COVID compliant And up to the task Our costumes are lovely We wear our masks We have spring in our step Plus fringe on…