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| October 15, 2017 | ||
Resurrection at SaddleBrooke Church
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Al-Anon "Back to Basics"
Meetings every Monday at 3:00 pm
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 THE SADDLEBROOKE BARBERSHOP CHORUS IS SEEKING NEW VOICES! ARE YOU A TENOR, LEAD (MELODY), BARITONE, OR A BASS? We meet every Tuesday at 6:30 PM in the Agate Room in the HOA2 Arts & Crafts Center, 38725 S Mountainview Blvd. JOIN US! YOU’LL HAVE A BALL!!
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| SaddleBrooke Bereavement Support Group Meets Every Sunday, 4-5:30 p.m. SaddleBrooke One Clubhouse, Coyote Room South (lower level). Support groups provide a confidential forum, to share feelings, concerns and information as a way of supporting and encouraging each other as we make our journey through loss and grief. Always lead by master prepared facilitators. No cost to attend...No commitment to come back. FOR INFORMATION, call 825-8980 | ||
| LADIES ONLY - WEDNESDAY MORNINGS DUPLICATE BRIDGE Come join us! We have great fun, & the game is just competitive enough to be interesting. This is a non-sanctioned game, every Wednesday at the HOA1 Activity Center, 9AM-12:30PM (arrive at 8:45). Sign-up book is at Activity Center counter. Open to all residents and renters of SB1, SB2 & the Ranch. Coffee is available! Questions: Rosemary Marcello - 651-775-9722, rmarcello46@gmail.com | ||
 | Small Slams Bridge Club
Thursdays HOA1 Activity Center Sign in starts at 12:30PM / Game Time 1PM Walk-in Pairs welcome by 12:45PM--will be seated after players with reservations (Resident-resident pairs will be given priority seating before resident-guest pairs.) www.smallslamsbridgeclub.com | |
Interested in improving your duplicate game? This club is for you. We are an American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) sanctioned; limited to players with 0-750 Masterpoints. You don't need to be an ACBL member to play. No partner? No problem! Email us 2 days before a game & we will try to get you one. Games are $4. We are open to SB1, SB2, & Ranch homeowners, renters, and their guests. | ||
Thursday Night Bridge Pairs & Those Who Wish to Join Us | ||
| Want to explore and understand Biblical Scripture? Join our Men’s Bible study for fascinating discussions and Christian fellowship each Friday. Our MBS meets every Friday, from 9:00 –10:30 a.m. from October through May. Our practice is to meet at 8:00 a.m. in the HOA#2 Mountain View Dining Room for breakfast/coffee and fellowship. Then, at 9:00 a.m. we go to the Ocotillo Room in the Mountain View clubhouse for a nondenominational Bible study reading of a chapter in the selected book. We do have a praise and prayer time. Each attendee is encouraged to share his Christian faith and life. We welcome all men regardless of their previous affiliations or experiences. We close with a prayer at 10:30 a.m. For additional information, contact Paul Vincent Volpe (818-9174) or Bill Pohnert (825-7862) | ||
 Mark your calendar for our next User Group Meeting, October 16. The topic of this meeting will be: Using Skype, and Leigh Beaty will be the presenter. If you want to learn about Skype, plan to attend. Check the website calendar for our Fall classes: www.saddlebrookecc.org | ||
 COUPLES PUTTERS - Monday Mixers Monday November 6th @ HOA 1 Putting Green 1st event We welcome all past and new putting players. Putting starts at 3:30 PM on Mondays, but come at 3 PM for the first event for sign in and practice. This is an extremely laid back fun event where we putt for 45-60 minutes then enjoy socializing with friends. Steve and Debi Truesdale: 346-225-3775 | cyclonut@yahoo.com Tom and Linda Carr: 712-251-1731 | tomcarr@wiatel.net | ||
 | Why Not Dance ? Ball Room Dance Lessons Offered Tuesdays & Wednesdays in HOA1 Vermilion Room for residents of SaddleBrooke and the Ranch No sign up required. Questions? Contact Walter: wteike@msn.com | |
| Dance Schedule: Tuesdays 1pm-2pm - Instruction | 2pm-3pm - Open Dance for all residents
Wednesdays 12 noon - Open Dance for all residents | 1pm - Instruction | ||
 Get Those Feet on the Floor! You hear that music and you want to get on the dance floor at that next wedding, reunion, or cruise – BUT, you don’t know how to dance? Try our Sunday SamplerLearn the basics of East Coast Swing, Cha Cha and Waltz. No Cost & No Commitment - Just show up. No partner? No problem. Attend as many sessions as you want. Half hour lessons taught by instructors of the SaddleBrooke Ballroom Dance Club in a relaxed, casual small group environment. Mountain View Clubhouse Ballroom, 4:00-4:30 PM - Sundays Oct. 15, 29 & Nov. 5 For more information: Barry Moore 541-345-5574, mooreorless@earthlink.net, or Vivian Herman at 818-2552, tucsonviv87@q.com | ||
 The 4-week class for Newcomers special offer by SaddleBrooke Line Dance Club (SBLDC) on Fridays, beginning October 20th through November 10, 2017, from 10:45 am – 12:15 pm is NOW FULL. The class is limited to 18 newcomers. All we ask is that you join our club for a membership fee of ONLY $10.00. This fee covers membership for the entire year, as well as all workshops, program sessions and social events. We also offer workshops and programs for Beginners (Level 1), Intermediate (Level 2) and High Intermediate (Level 3).All sessions are taught by member volunteers who have years of experience. For more information, please check our website sbldc.weebly.com, or contact Terri Gage at tgage100@gmail.com. | ||
 SADDLEBROOKE ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCERS If you like to have great exercise and lots of fun and camaraderie, try English Country Dancing! We meet every Thursday from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the Vermilion Room at SaddleBrooke One or at the Craft Room #3 SaddleBrooke One if the Vermilion Room isn’t available. Wear comfortable clothes and preferably low-heeled leather-soled shoes. There is no charge for the classes – just come and enjoy! For further information contact: Enid Fowler (520) 818-1932 e-mail: genenid@wbhsi.net OR Kay White: (520)818-9482 e-mail: bobwhite@wbhsi.net | ||
 Thursdays - October 19, and 26 AT 10:00 am in the Vermilion Room: INTERMEDIATE SALSA Contribution: $5 per couple. Mondays - October 23, 30 and November 6 at 2:00 pm in the Vermilion Room: BEGINNING SAMBA Free for SaddleBrooke and Ranch residents. Questions: Call 818-0604 or e-mail latindanceatsb1@gmail.com ~ Jeanny & Wally Mara, Instructors | ||
| Partners Western Dance classes will start on October 18th, at 6pm for Beginners and 7 pm for Intermediates. Classes will be held in the Mountainview Ballroom. There will be 5 hour classes in the series. Tuition is $40 per couple. We will teach the Texas 2 Step, and Western Waltz. Instructors are Jane and Stan Gromelski. Please contact me, Jane, at JaneWesternDance@aol.com. Dancing Is FUN! Yee Haw! | ||
 Been out of the circle (square) for a little while? Saddlebrooke Squares Square Dance Club presents 4 evenings of square dancing review for those who feel their steps need a little brushing up.
Tuesdays, 7pm in the Mountain View Ballroom October 10, 17, 24, and 31 www.saddlebrookesquares.com | ||
| SWING DANCE lessons offered in the evening, beginning October 5th, at 5 pm in the Desertview dance room. I think of Swing as Rock n Roll. If you didn't learn as a teenager, now is the time. There will be a Sock Hop, on November 7th, be ready to dance. The lessons will be 4 hour classes, October 5, 12, 26, and November 2. Tuition is $32 per couple. We also have coached practice for students on Mondays at 5 pm. Instructors are SaddleBrooke residents, Jane and Stan Gromelski. Please email me if you would like to participate. Jgromelski@aol.com. Classes are fun, because dancing is FUN! | ||
 The Digital Photography Club of Saddlebrooke (DIGS) The Digital Photography Club of Saddlebrooke is open to any resident of Saddlebrooke and SaddleBrooke Ranch who has an interest in taking their photography to the next level, both in the field and the digital darkroom. Photographers with all levels of photographic experience are welcome. Check out our website here or contact Jim Hagedon (jim@hagedon.net), for monthly meeting information & upcoming programs. | ||
 | We meet the second Tuesday each month at 3:30 PM at the Activities Center at 64518 Galveston Ln. Guests are welcome. Visit our website to learn about events & actions in SaddleBrooke & the Tucson area. There are lots of opportunities to get involved! | |
The SaddleBrooke EZ Riders offer indoor cycling sessions. You are in total control of the level of intensity you want to experience. The 45 minute ride also includes stretching before and after the workout. An experienced resident volunteer leads each session, which are choreographed to music.
For information: Dave Palmeri - djpwine@gmail.com | ||
SaddleBrooke EZ Riders have moved to the Paloma Room at DesertView. Ride times remain the same: | ||
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The SaddleBrooke Genealogy Club
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HORSESHOES
| The horseshoe pits are located in SaddleBrooke between the softball field & the Edwin Rd. wall. Official play is Tuesday & most Wednesdays at 9AM during the winter
, 7:00 AM in the summer. Some people play Friday morning. Or play when you have the urge. The black horseshoe equipment box can be opened with your homeowner’s pool key. All we ask is that you sign a waiver sheet (in the box/leave in the box) before using the equipment. If you decide to become a member, a $10 donation is requested.
Come. Relive your youth! Contacts: Joe Florito - 818-0363 or Don Stone - 818-1693 | |
The SaddleBrooke Links Players meet for golf every Thursday | ||
For those interested in Radio Controlled Model Aviation (including Model Airplanes and Drones). Come join us for breakfast and comradery every Wednesday morning at 8:00 AM in the Roadrunner Grill. Our flying days are Tue, Sat, and Sun. Whether you are new to RC models or a seasoned flyer – all are welcome – we teach flying and flight safety. http://tricitymodelers.com/ | ||
SaddleBrooke Paper Crafters Club | ||
 Monthly event: pick-up of gently used CLEAN towels, linens, blankets, flat sheets and pet supplies such as carriers and pet food. Clean pet beds & prescription containers are also needed. E-mail 2tftsmom@gmail.com or call 520-548-7861 to arrange the pick-up. Please contact us at least one full day before the requested pick-up date so that we can arrange the most efficient schedule. Just place it in your drive-way on the day of pick-up and we do the rest. Next Pick-up Friday, November 3rd info@sbpetrescue.com | ||
| Pinochle Group We meet every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 9:30am-12:30pm, at HOA 1 in the Javelina Room, across from Agave Lounge. Both double deck partners and single deck auction are played. Both men and woman are invited. | ||
 SB PLANT-BASED NUTRITION SUPPORT GROUP Come join us for a potluck and find out the secrets to living the best and healthiest life possible. Something as simple as diet and lifestyle changes can make a powerful difference in your life. Contact us for more information at sbplantbased@gmail.com. | ||
| Monthly meetings are on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, in Ballroom East, Mountain View Clubhouse. Guest speakers have included Dr. Zhudi Jasser, representatives from Border Patrol, the NRA, County Sheriff, County Attorney, County Supervisor, State Reps, Senator, & many more.
See our website: sbrc1.org | |
October 19: Cynthia Chevalley, Director of Tri-Community Food Bank, will speak on the needs of our local community. October 26: The District Governor visits the club. SAVE THE DATES: Wednesday, November 8, 11:00am: Veterans Day Luncheon at SaddleBrooke One | Sunday, December 3, 12-3 pm: Celebrating the Art of the Southwest fund raiser for SaddleBrooke Senior Village, MountainView Ballroom | Monday, April 23, 2018: Fore For Kids Golf Tournament fund raiser for Make A Wish and area philanthropies. | ||
SaddleBrooke Seniors - What's New?! | ||
SaddleBrooke Singles Club | ||
 October 20 Trip to U of A Science Sky Center Observatoryon Mt. Lemmon , $60 members October 25 Star Party 6:30 – 8:30pm Softball Field Parking Lot November 10 Gravitational Waves Dr. Lockwood Carlson 7-8:30pm MV Clubhouse West Ballroom November 12 Latest News about Lunar Origin and Martian Climate Changes Dr. William Hartman 7- 8:30pm HOA 1 Activity Center All Star Parties & lectures are free to residents of SaddleBrooke and SB Ranch. To join SkyGazers mail a $10 check made out to SkyGazers. Mail to Sam Miller 62930 E. Silkwood Way, Tucson AZ 85739. Questions call Sam at 520 468 2525 or email samsuzymiller@msn.com | ||
The  Spanish Culture Club of Saddlebrooke (SCC)is a culture club, not a language club. It is composed of a group of social and intellectually curious Brookers that seek to expand their knowledge of Latin culture within the “Old Pueblo” and beyond. This is accomplished through monthly meetings that include speakers and pot luck dinners, twice-monthly Spanish-speaking breakfasts, monthly lunches and excursions to local events and restaurants.
Upcoming Events include: October 16 - Meeting featuring Anthony Bourdain-Minas Gerais, Brazil video (5:30PM, Activity Center) October 23 - Spanish-speaking (or not) breakfast (8:30AM, Roadrunner Grill) For more information and membership, contact President Kathy Volpe | ||
Saddlebrooke Stroke/ Neurological Support Group | ||
 | SADDLEBROOKE SUNRISE ROTARY Come for breakfast & enjoy the fun. Join a group of Rotarians on Thursday mornings at the MountainView Bistro, East Room at 8AM. This is a wonderful way to meet new friends & listen to great speakers. Learn how you can give back to yoru community. BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD! For more information, contact Gary Haslett: 825-4442, Haslettsbaz@wbhsi.net | |
| Tennis players, SaddleBrooke Tennis Club wants you ! STC has much to offer, for every level of player from the beginner to the expert. Interested in knowing more about tennis at SaddleBrooke? Visit www.saddlebrooketennisclub.net then click on About our STCvideo. | |
For more information, call the tennis center (825-0255) or Connie Kacer (825-7585)
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 | SaddleBrooke Western Heritage Preservation Club
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| For more information email or call Al Mollenkopf : amollenkopf@wbhsi.net, 520-850-5636 | ||
Women on Our Own
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SaddleBrooke Squares | ||
 SADDLEBROOKE ARTISANS FALL ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR Woodcarvings, Baskets, Silversmith Jewelry, Lapidary jewelry, Artificial Succulents, Floral Arrangements, Purses, Southwest Apparel, Leaded and Fused Glass, Walking Sticks, Greeting Cards, Paintings, Photography, Gourds, SaddleBrooke Authors, Table Runners, Pottery, Ceramics, Quilts, and much more. Also, if you are an artist or crafter wishing to participate | ||
| If you have a club or group announcement that you would like included in this weekly email,
please contact Julia Huff: jhuff@saddlebrooke.org The deadline for submission is Tuesday of each week. | ||
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