Connie Kotke What can homeowners do to reduce groundwater demand and keep our aquifer as healthy as possible for as long as possible? 1) Capture It! For every inch of rain, a 1,000-square-foot roof can shed 600 gallons of water. Refer to Architectural and Landscaping Committee (ALC) guidelines addressing rainwater harvesting system options for homes…
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Clubs & Classes, June 2025
Spring Fun for SaddleBrooke Paper Crafters
Marlene D’Ambrosio Spring brings a busy time for the SaddleBrooke Paper Crafters (SBPC), as there have been several opportunities to attend fun events along with our regular monthly meetings. In March, Ann LaPerre led a Fun Shop, offering members an opportunity to make three gorgeous cards using three different fun-folds. Our April Fun Shop, coordinated…
June 2025, Generals
Oracle Schools Foundation – June 2025
Welcome Spring with an Afternoon Tea Mary Jo Bellner Swartzberg What is more delightful than an afternoon tea, complete with beautiful, vintage china, and an alluring tablescape appointed with spring flowers? And so it was on May 4 at the beautiful home of host Maria Menconi. Twelve ladies were festooned with “tea apparel,” including fascinators…
June 2025, Sports
MPWGA Coyote Classic Was a Howling Good Time
Denise Cashmore The MountainView/Preserve Women’s Golf Association held its annual Coyote Classic, co-chaired by Barb Sullivan and Debbie Mielke, on April 29. It was a gorgeous day for this pick-your-partner event at the MountainView Golf Course, with a 7:30 a.m. shotgun start. The game was one best net ball of the twosome—each player played her…
June 2025, Clubs & Classes
Mini Metaphysical Fair Set for October 4
Karla Trippe Vendors are already signing up for SaddleBrooke’s first Mini Metaphysical Fair, which is an exciting new event welcoming vendors from SaddleBrooke, SaddleBrooke Ranch, and Catalina. Event Chair Karla Trippe, also known as the Spirit of Saguaro, is looking for passionate vendors ready to share their gifts. Booths may feature spiritual services, intuitive readings,…
June 2025, Clubs & Classes
Jewish Friendship Group of SaddleBrooke
Marsha Mantykow For the benefit of new SaddleBrooke residents or any current resident reading our article for the first time, let me introduce you to the Jewish Friendship Group (JFG) of SaddleBrooke. We are the only Jewish group sanctioned by the HOA and whose members are exclusively residents of this community. We are focused on…
June 2025, Generals
Challenge of Purchasing Hearing Aids for the First Time
Tim Gaule I am a member of the SaddleBrooke Hearing Discussion Group. In this month’s article I would like to discuss the challenges of purchasing hearing aids for the first time. It is not unusual to see posts on social media requesting recommendations as to where to go to be tested for hearing aids, where…
June 2025, Generals
SaddleBrooke Health Fair Volunteers Needed
The SaddleBrooke Health Fair is scheduled for Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to noon in the MountainView ballroom. This is a yearly event for all residents of SaddleBrooke One and SaddleBrooke TWO. We are looking for volunteers for positions in a team environment. It’s a fun experience and light commitment. We have openings on teams…
June 2025, Clubs & Classes
Catalina Mountain Elks Clothe-A-Child
Marie Starjnski Catalina Mountain Elks held their annual Clothe-a-Child event on April 5. Each of the 26 children had an escort and $150 to spend on clothing. After the event, the children all came back to the lodge and had a pizza party and a visit from the Easter Bunny, who gave them each a…
June 2025, Clubs & Classes
British Club Celebrates
Mary (Twink) Gates It was St. George’s Day on April 23 when 50 revelers, including members and friends of the British Club, gathered together for a wonderful British buffet at the magnificent home of Margaret and Tom Somenske in SaddleBrooke Ranch. In addition, it was a time to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of the British…