Diana Smith Born and raised in Wallingford, Conn., Leslie Hawkins began taking annual camping trips with her family. She vividly remembers her first glimpse of the Rocky Mountains soaring on the horizon on a trip that took her to Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Dinosaur National Monument, Devils Tower, and the Badlands. Leslie attended Hood College in…
If you’re looking for a part-time volunteer position that will leverage your communication skills, come join the SaddleBrooke Health Fair Planning Committee! The publicity coordinator oversees the outbound marketing for the Health Fair and Health Night Out events. This includes writing and submitting articles to our community newspapers with the skills needed to write, edit,…
Don’t let your grandkids miss the Egg Hunt and fun activities at SaddleBrooke TWO on Saturday, April 4. All families are welcome! The SaddleBrooke TWO Fitness, Wellness, and Recreation Committee has lots of fun activities planned for the SaddleBrooke TWO Spring Kid’s Day on Saturday, April 4. In the morning, the MountainView clubhouse will be…
Philip Doyle Your Fitness, Wellness, and Recreation Committee of SaddleBrooke TWO, in conjunction with the Old Pueblo Unit of the National Association of Parliamentarians, is pleased to announce a free two-hour seminar entitled “Robert’s Rules Can Change Your Life.” The seminar will be held on Monday, March 2, from 3 to 5 p.m. in the…
Ross Major As we get older, staying active isn’t just about exercise—it’s about maintaining independence, confidence, and quality of life. One of the most effective (and surprisingly fun) ways to do that is by learning how to use kettlebells. Kettlebells aren’t just weights—they’re tools for building real-world strength, balance, and coordination. Unlike machines or dumbbells,…
Dr. Rose Bricker Can you believe it’s time for the holidays again? The holiday seasons always come with some level of stress. Sometimes we are able to manage it, but sometimes it becomes overwhelming. What are the common stressors specific to the season? There is the stress of being over-scheduled, visits from out-of-town family, traveling…
Joan Benson, SaddleBrooke TWO Fitness, Wellness, and Recreation Committee Registration for the 2026 Recreation and Activity Fair will take place in the MountainView Ocotillo Room from 8 to 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 3. At that time, clubs/groups will be able to select and pay for their table location. There is a $45 fee per…
Joan Benson The Fitness, Wellness, and Recreation Committee is already hard at work planning the exciting 2026 Fair. The Fair is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 7, in the MountainView ballrooms. Registration for the Fair will take place in the MountainView Ocotillo Room from 8 to 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 3. At that time, clubs/groups…
Roger Swett, Employee Appreciation Committee Understanding the importance of acknowledging our employees, this is the time of year to express our gratitude for their hard work and dedication to our community. Many of the more than 200 members of our staff work behind the scenes. Even though we may not see them on a regular…
Mary Klootwyk Square dancing is low-impact but still a great aerobic exercise. Mayo Clinic encourages square dancing: it burns a lot of calories, strengthens bones, and helps the cardiovascular system. A study comparing this type of dancing with walking and stretching suggests that the demands that dancing places on the mind and body make it…