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January 16, 2022

SADDLEBROOKE PRESCRIPTION DRUG DROP-OFF PROGRAM

• Drop off your unused prescription drugs at the Pinal County Sheriff’s Substation located in Mini Market, few doors down from Bank of the West
• Place pills in plastic bags, (no bottles) pills can be mixed, combined into one bag
• NO LIQUIDS, CREAMS, NEEDLES OR SYRINGES ACCEPTED
• YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PLACE SEALED BAG INTO RECEPTACLE
• This is a service provided by SaddleBrooke Community volunteers of HOA1 & 2
• Volunteer Contacts: Danna Koelling 825-9678; Peggy  Ugier 818-6360; Esta Goldstein 825-1181; Joyce Sutay 488-0504       

DISCONNECT FROM YOUR TO DO LIST

• Hang pictures or mirrors • Flip bed mattress
• Install or repair curtain rods and window blinds
• Replace light bulbs   (12 ft. max. ht.)
• Lubricate squeaky door hinges • Install shower heads
• Replace toilet flushing mechanism & replace toilet seats
• Replace or repair doorbells
• Replace heater filters, refrigerator and water filters
• Fix or replace a hinge or doorknob
• Move heavy planter to better sunlight • Put heavy boxes in the attic
• Fix a leaky faucet inside or outside the house

                                 Call 520-314-1042

                               Helping You Is What We Do!

The Genealogy Club is a group of inquisitive minded folks who are searching for the answers to “where did I come from.” You may be a seasoned detective in genealogy research or just beginning your journey into your past. We welcome everyone who wants to explore these questions. Our dues are $15 per year which provides access to a wide variety of research material in our library.  Guests are invited to attend two meetings before becoming club members.  ATTENTION:  Unpaid 2022 dues will be declared delinquent following the February meeting.  Please bring a check or cash to the February 3rd club meeting or contact Treasurer Rick Morrison to make other arrangements.  

The February 3rd club meeting will feature the topic "Help! The Computer Club for Genealogists" with Leigh Beaty as guest speaker.  The internet and online research sites have transformed family history research.  Learn about computer tools and support available for new and experienced genealogists.         

The Club meets on the first Thursday of every month at 1:00 pm in the Coyote Room in HOA1. For more information, contact Jeri Taylor (President) at ( taylorjeri@aol.com ) or Rick Morrison (Treasurer) (rick28104@ gmail.com ) or Kathy Booher (Publicity) at ( djboo@pacbell.net ).  The Club website is currently not functioning and plans are underway to resolve - stay tuned for updates.

Virtual Reality – It’s Not Just for Kids Anymore

For the last four years, virtual reality (VR) has been a booming industry with tons of untapped potential. While it started as a medium primarily meant for video games, its benefits have far exceeded that original purpose. In fact, hospitals now use VR to train surgeons, architects design buildings with it and even some directors are creating their films with the technology. 

So… how does this relate to seniors?   The use of virtual reality (VR) promises many benefits for older adults, such as promoting a healthy lifestyle with health-related gaming, maintaining social contact via digital interfaces, supporting rehabilitation, and even letting us achieve items on our “bucket lists” even if we physically are no longer able to do the things we used to.

From traveling around the world to exercising without even realizing it, we’ll explore a few VR applications that can be used by senior and their loved ones to bring joy, provide a workout, or even allow an unplanned visit to another country.

This presentation will conclude with a demonstration of the Virtual Reality headsets now being used in the SaddleBrooke Computer Club’s Special Interest clinics.

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Our presentation will be given by Leigh Beaty, President of the SaddleBrooke Computer Club.  Leigh enjoys trying to keep up with current technologies we have at our fingertips.  And she loves sharing her knowledge and experiences with others in our community.  In addition to the Introduction to PCs courses, she also is currently teaching classes on How Search Engines Really Work, Internet Connections:  WiFi vs. Cellular – What’s the Difference, and Digital Estate Planning, to name a few.

January Users Group Meeting

Monday, January 17 at 1:00pm

Mountain View East Ballroom

SaddleBrooke Skygazers Astronomy Club

The SaddleBrooke Skygazers Astronomy Club will meet on Sunday, January 16 th  at  the  Desert View Theater, 39900 S Clubhouse Dr.  at 7:00 pm. The program will open with a summary of the current Astronomy events followed by “observing the night sky highlights” for the month of January. The program topic is “Birth, Life and Death of Stars,” a presentation on the life of stars in the universe, including our Sun. Additional information on the Skygazers Astronomy Club can be obtained by emailing Sam Miller at twoyosemite@gmail.com .

SADDLEBROOKE SILVERBELLES are in the Swing of Things

The SilverBelles are light on our feet dancing into the new year 2022. We hear the music, we feel the beat, and we’re on our feet! We’re thrilled to be performing again and our recent shows have delighted our audiences.

All of this is enhanced by our classy, sparkly, colorful costumes.

This is a great time to schedule a performance to entertain your social or civic group, club, unit, or gathering of friends and neighbors for special celebrations. We love to entertain groups of any size and will tailor our performances to fit the theme or venue.

SilverBelles performing dance team is looking for a "few good dancers" who have a love of dancing and performing.

We rehearse every Monday and Friday. Come check us out to see how much fun and camaraderie we share while learning new dance routines and practicing already learned ones. For further information call Ann Kurtz 520-419-6255.

Caryl Mobley is our contact for performance scheduling. Give her a call to talk about how we can entertain for your function. She can be reached at 630-698-2232 or by e-mail at  carylmobley@yahoo.com

SaddleBrooke Spanish Culture Club (SCC)

Dust off those few Spanish words you may know (Hola amigos!) and plan to join the Spanish Culture Club this fall!

We are a culture club, not a language club, so speaking Spanish is not required. We are a friendly mix of Spanish-speakers, non-Spanish-speakers, and Hispanic culture enthusiasts.

In January we will learn about the Culture of Tapas in Spain.

We meet monthly on the third Monday from October through May, except for December. The club is open to all SaddleBrooke residents. Calendar year dues are $20 per person, but if you join this fall your membership will be extended through the end of 2022.

For more information, please contact our president, Gary Somers gfsomers@gmail.com or membership chair, Susan Durchslag  susan.durchslag@gmail.com

Looking for something new to do? 

The Friends of SaddleBrooke Libraries (FSL) needs your expertise!  Be a key part of helping FSL ensure that the Libraries have the funds to buy the books, audio books and DVDs our community wants.  

The FSL Board is seeking a Secretary and Directors (as well as committee volunteers) for Communications, Development, and Programs.  

The FSL Board Secretary is responsible for attending all meetings, recording minutes, and maintaining custody of the minutes and supporting documentation. 

The FSL Communications Director is responsible for communicating with FSL supporters and the SaddleBrooke community. This role is essential to assuring the SaddleBrooke community knows that FSL raises money for our Libraries. 

The FSL Development Director is responsible for generating income from SaddleBrooke residents and other supporters. This role is essential to assure we raise money for grants to our Libraries.  Teams concentrating on Membership, Special Events, and Constituent Relationships are part of Development. 

The FSL Programs Director is responsible for offering interesting programs, such as Author Luncheons and Lectures, for FSL supporters and the SaddleBrooke community to enjoy.  This role is essential to maintaining SaddleBrooke's interest in literary pursuits relevant to the missions of FSL and the Libraries. 

Please let your friends and neighbors know about these volunteer opportunities.

If you have questions or would like to discuss any of these opportunities, please contact Laura Pauli (520) 818-1742 or lfpauli@aol.com , Barry Swartzberg (520) 825-0463 or bswartzberg@hotmail.com or any FSL Board member you know.  

Partners Western Dance Club will have have Club dances on February 25th, and March 24th with the Band, Wild Ride. We will also have a few dances with a DJ. Yee Haw! We will have a boot stomping good time!

Email me, at JaneWesternDance@aol.com .

Dancing Video - Click to Watch

SaddleBrooke Fine Arts Guild

Did you know that seven art classes—right here in SaddleBrooke—will kick off by the end of February? No need to drive outside of our community to learn new art skills or hone the ones you already have. Choose from Matting, Prayer Flags, Beginning Oils, Intro to Alcohol Inks, The Rooster, Drawing 2, Watercolor Skies…and many more in the coming months.

PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE: The next popular Art & Wine Event, sponsored by the SaddleBrooke Fine Arts Guild, has changed to Wednesday, March 30, 2022 (previously published as February 22). The event runs from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. at the Activity Center in HOA 1. Join your friends and neighbors to complete a painting of a service dog while enjoying a sack supper and sipping on wine or water. All profits will be donated to the Pinal County K-9 Corps. The cost is $45 per person, which includes all art supplies, an apron, food and two glasses of wine. The instructor and several Guild helpers will guide you every step of the way to make sure you have a fun and memorable experience.

And don’t forget the Fine Arts Show and Sale on February 18-19 at the Mountainview Clubhouse.

Visit www.saddlebrookefinearts.org for information about all these activities.

Men, this is for you!

We invite you to join the SaddleBrooke Barbershop Chorus!

The SaddleBrooke Barbershop Chorus is a group of SaddleBrooke Arizona residents with a common bond of enjoying singing Barbershop Music and presenting quality concerts to the community.

Our objective is to have fun singing barbershop music and to enjoy the comradeship of our fellow singers.

We are affiliated with the Barbershop Harmony Society (BHS).  We do not compete in contests, we sing strictly for enjoyment and for local “sing-outs” and concerts.

Rehearsals are from 6:30-8:30 PM each Tuesday in the Agate room of the SaddleBrooke HOA2 Mountain View clubhouse Arts and Crafts building, 38725 S Mountainview Blvd.  If you have questions contact Bruce Kistler 306-2113, or see our website for more info:

saddlebrookebarbershopchorus.org

Pop Tennis Drop In

Free Pop Tennis Drop In will be held every Wednesday and Sunday beginning January 19th through March 2nd on the HOA1 courts 4-8 from 2pm-4pm  

SaddleBrooke Bocce

Tuesday night is Bocce Ball night at SaddleBrooke.  Join us at the HOA 1 Bocce Ball courts every Wednesday 1:00pm-3:00pm for a fun afternoon of Bocce Ball.  Beginners as well as experienced players are welcome to join the fun.   

PATHFINDERS BOWLING LEAGUE

One of the many activities available to the residents of SaddleBrooke is the Pathfinders Bowling League. This league has been around for over 20 years and is composed of both men and women, Active Adults, with ages ranging from the 90s to the 40s. This is a fully handicapped fun mixed league with bowling averages from the 70s to well over 200.

Many of the bowlers come from SaddleBrooke, Sun City Vistoso, Oro Valley and Marana. The League bowls every Monday morning from October to April and bowls individually for fun during the summers at the same time. All bowling is done at the Fiesta Bowling lanes 501 W. River Rd located at the intersection of River and Oracle in Tucson with practice beginning at 9:15am and bowling at 9:30am every Monday morning.

There are 4 person teams composed of both men and women in the Fall League but no teams for summer fun bowling. If you have bowled previously this is the time to bring back those great memories and fun. The lanes have rental shoes and loaner bowling balls or you can use your own equipment. Prices range from $6 for 3 games in the summer to $10 for 3 games during the Fall League season with a portion of the fees going for League, Team and individual bowler prizes. If you have 3 friends who would like to join you then sign up as a team or sign up individually and be placed on a team. To register to play you can go to the Fiesta Lanes website and sign up for the Fall Pathfinders league which begins in October-- https://www.fiestalanesaz.com/leagues  or if you just want to come and bowl for fun this summer contact me for more information- 

Fred Pilster,
President
Pathfinders Bowling League
37316 S. Desert Star Dr
SaddleBrooke, AZ 85739
cell phone: 408 691-0900
fredpilster@gmail.com

SaddleBrooke Paper Crafters Club

The  SaddleBrooke Paper Crafters Club  is celebrating its 23 rd  year of meetings.  Please join us every month on the second Wednesday at 12:30 social time and 1:00 for the meeting. 

We meet in the SaddleBrooke One Arts & Crafts classroom #4, across from the Gift Shop.  We have monthly challenge cards, mojo cards, demonstrations, sharing ideas, Fun Shops coordinated by Marlene D’Ambrosio and creating cards to donate to the residents of the SaddleBrooke Senior Village. 

 We occasionally attend paper craft conventions, or day trips to out of town stores and tours of our members craft rooms.  Please come by and meet our fun loving members.  All skill levels are welcome.

For more information please contact Carol Thompson at 920ckt@gmail.com   or call her at (520) 400-9775.    

SaddleBrooke One Bridge Club

To all SaddleBrooke One and Mountain View bridge enthusiasts interested in playing non sanctioned duplicate Bridge with ACBL rules. We welcome you to our game. We are committed to creating and maintaining a pleasant atmosphere at all times at the bridge table.

The club is open every Monday. Game time arrival is 12:30pm and game time is 12:45pm at the Activity Center. We will be playing face to face (no masks required) but can be worn, if desired.

There is a sign up book at the Activity Center from Monday to Friday to sign up for playing each week. If you missed signing up or need a partner call our directors Trudie Penta 520-419-7368 or Jack Mayfield 520-825-4350.

Look at our website for further information. www.bridgewebs.com/SaddlebrookeOne

Volunteers are the backbone of America and something wonderful happens when you join the volunteers who work at the Golden Goose!  The “gang” doesn’t hide the fact that they feel much more involved and much happier after their shift.  All ages and all life styles agree that volunteering is good for the soul and contributing your time to the Goose is a terrific way to be personally involved while contributing to the local community.  The Golden Goose Thrift Shop is always seeking individuals who wish to donate their time and energy into sorting, pricing, stocking and selling the great merchandise you see at the Goose as well as answering phones or driving the always-recognized truck.  There are many necessary opportunities and one is sure to suit you.

New volunteer orientation takes place every month on the third Monday at 3:00 p.m.  Call 520/825-9101 for more information and consider joining your friends and neighbors who make the Golden Goose the special place it is

The Genealogy Club is a group of inquisitive minded folks who are searching for the answers to “where did I come from.” You may be a seasoned detective in genealogy research or just beginning your journey into your past. We welcome everyone who wants to explore these questions. Our dues are $15 per year which provides access to a wide variety of research material in our library.

FUN IS A PRIORITY AT SADDLEBROOKE SQUARES!!

Is something missing in your life? Congratulations – you have been invited to square dance with us!

How do you know that you can dance? Well, if you can tap your feet and clap your hands, you’re ready! Dance is basically just steps and body movements.

Our dances are lots of fun, good for the brain and a wonderful way to meet new friends. It is also a form of exercise that works for all ages and skill levels. Our teachers are patient and friendly.

We are starting new classes this September. Contact Richard and Donna Martin at rmartin214@msn.com . Hope to see you there!

Inside SaddleBrooke rides Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.  The times of rides change during the year. Please check our website  Saddlebrookecyclemasters.org  for current month & ride time.  Meet in parking lot by Bocce Ball courts at HOA#1. We divide into groups and ride for an hour.

Outside SaddleBrooke ride times and routes available from Mike Hart ( michael.hart.mgt@gmail.com ), Dan Hoshino ( hoshindan3264@gmail.com ), or Rod Hutton ( rodhutton48@gmail.com ). Times vary. Rides are typically 30-50+ miles.

Check out our website . E-bikers welcome.  

MONTHLY DONATION DROP OFF PROGRAM

The Network will have a donation drop off event the First Friday of every month at the Bocce Ball Court parking lot area in HOA1. It is the first Friday of every month and the summer hours (May – August) are 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. The fall/winter hours (September – April) are 8:30 to 9:30 am.

We need pet food, pet items such as beds, crates, toys, leashes and collars as well as cat litter/boxes and carriers. We are also in need of bath towels for the clinics.

As always, cash donations are also very much appreciated.

Questions?  Text or call Karyle at 520-548-7861

Are you looking for socializing with a fun group of SaddleBrooke Dancers? If so, the SaddleBrooke Ballroom Dance Club may be the perfect club for you. For those who already love dancing or others who just wish they knew a few steps, this club is a great way to meet people who have fun dancing and get some exercise.    

SaddleBrooke Ballroom Dance Club welcomes new members at any level of dancing skill. We provide opportunities to dance and free lessons to learn social partner dancing, with an emphasis on the genre of ballroom dance. Our primary objective is to provide social activities that are fun for Club members.

Check us out at www.sbballroomdance.com

The holiday season is over and we are getting back to the reality of life. If we even had a chance, as care-givers to forget who we are, what we have to do and 

how to be the best to our loved ones suffering with a neurological disorder, time moves forward.

Join us for tips on how you can overcome the often stressful times of our life into a beautiful and meaningful experience, even starting new traditions and 

looking forward to a new year.  So with optimism, faith that all can be better in our lives, while caring for our neurologically impaired loved one, we ask you  to join our group each month, 2nd Saturday of month, from 10am-Noon, in HOA1 Arts & Crafts Room #4.          

   February 12      March 12

QUOTE; " Never give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn “  Harriet Beecher Stowe

Contact  Esta Goldstein for questions:    jsda38@icloud.com    520-825-1181

The bereavement group will once again be able to meet in person.  If you have experienced a loss, whether or not related to Covid, and would like to meet with others in a safe, confidential environment please feel free to come.  No need to RSVP.  We meet in the Coyote room (downstairs) in HOA 1 on Sundays starting July 11th (the week following the holiday) from 4:00PM-5:30PM.  Facilitators are present to ease any concerns you may have. We ask that anyone not fully vaccinated wear a mask, according to the CDC guidelines.  If you have any questions contact Pat Mersy at (520) 825-7920 or Sue Berman at (520) 818-1954.

HEARING  V-I-B-E-S SaddleBrooke Discussion Group for Better Hearing

Is Going Hybrid!  (Zoom and In Person)

WHO WE ARE:     SaddleBrooke residents who recognize the need in our community for a caring place of support and education for those currently experiencing hearing loss or those beginning to research this topic for  themselves or a loved one.

WHAT WE DO: 

1) Meet monthly for information sharing and education. Occasionally a PhD student from the U. Of A. Audiology Dept. is available for questions.  The last half hour is open time for one-on-one conversation and information sharing.   

2)  Submit articles for SaddleBrooke  newspapers covering hearing loss topics, personal testimonials, or announcing upcoming events.   

3)  Advocate for better technical support in SaddleBrooke facilities for those living with hearing loss.  

WHAT WE ARE  NOT :     Our group is not a referral center but we do help you with a variety of resources in our community.

WHEN/WHERE DO WE MEET?:    We meet the second Friday monthly, 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM in HOA 2 Mountain View Sonoran Room  or Via Zoom

Jennifer Jefferis, jenjefferis4u@gmail.com   or 360-909-6212

Lyle Larson, lllarson72@gmail.com  or 360-910-5691

Due to the continuing uncertainties of the impact of Covid Delta, we have elected to return to On-line Zoom meetings for the remainder of the year.  Photographers of SaddleBrooke members will be emailed a link to each monthly meeting a few days before the meeting.  The meetings will continue to be on the second Saturday of the month at 9:00 AM.

If you are interested in photography, we are interested in you!  To learn more about us, check out our website ( www.PhotoSB.org ) and FaceBook group, “Photographers of SaddleBrooke.” The website contains lots of information on plans for future meetings and activities, how to join the club, “Get Out and Shoot” field trips, Special Interest Groups (SIGs), a section for Club members to post and discuss their photographs and much, much  more.

Come join us!

We're Back having fun!   Monday Mixers.  Come join in!

Saddlebrooke's couples and singles putting group has started again. We are open to all Saddlebrooke residents, you do not have to be a golfer, all you need is the desire to have fun and meet new people.  We will even provide the equipment for those that don’t have a putter or golf balls. You do not have to attend every week.  Come when you can!

We “Play” on Monday afternoons... the fun starts at 3:30pm but come early (3:00) for some practice and chat. Play is 18 holes of “Putt, Putt” with the maximum score of 4.  After putting many people enjoy drinks and eats at one of the restaurants in Saddlebrooke.    

Monday Mixers cost is $20.00 per season per person.  The Season will start in November this year, and will end in April.  All monies collected will be paid out in monthly winnings as well in a years end tournament.   (Your first week at Monday Mixers is no cost, come see what it is like, then come back and join for just $20.00)   

For additional information, please contact the Monday Mixers Organization Team (The Truesdales: 346-225-3775 or The Carrs: 712-251-1731) or email ( ntmares@gmail.com )

SaddleBrooke Lady Niners Golf Association

Looking for a fun golf experience? Join the SaddleBrooke Lady Niners.

This is a great way to meet new friends and to enjoy golfing

on our beautiful SaddleBrooke golf courses.

This Lady Niners group was established in 1990 and welcomes all women golfers!
Activities include:

Tuesday morning league play, Major Tournaments, Special Events.

Full Annual and Preferred Members receive

"no tee time points" when playing in League Events.

Membership forms are available on the Lady Niners bulletin board

in the posting room outside the SaddleBrooke One Pro Shop.

For more information, please visit our website  www.sb9ers.org  or contact our Membership Chair Sandra Wagoner at  sandralwagoner@yahoo.com .

We are a very friendly group and looking forward to you joining us.

2022 SB Men’s 9ers Open Enrollment is Now Available!

Membership in the SaddleBrooke Men’s Nine Hole Golf League is now available to all male residents, renters or lot owners of HOA #1 and HOA #2 for the 2022 golf season.

Niner’s will enjoy membership in the Arizona Golf Association (AGA), having a up-to-date Golf Index and Handicap to golf competitively in Men’s Niner events and other golf events outside the League. Annual league membership dues are ($70.00 if paid by credit card, $80 if paid by check)  and include the dues for AGA.  Membership period runs  from November 1, 2021, to December 15, 2022 .

The Men’s Niners play golf on Wednesday mornings and play nine holes with different members each week.  League play occurs on Saddlebrooke’s three nine-hole courses.  During the season the Niners host and participates in events with other nine-hole golf associations in the area.  The 2022 League golf season  starts on November 3, 2021  and the members are eager to meet new faces

2022 Membership forms are now available in the Pro Shop, on the Niner’s bulletin board next to the Pro Shop men’s room, or visit our website to download and print your own copy here.

https://sites.google.com/site/sbmens9ers

For further information, contact our Membership Chairman Nick Mares at (610) 662-5683  or email him ntmares@gmail.com .

Community Church at SaddleBrooke is back!  Service starts at  9 AM at the DesertView Theater.  Please join us and bring a friend!

STUCK IN GRIEF?

            Anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one is facing one of life’s most difficult challenges.  There are emotional, practical and spiritual issues to deal with.  Life can become a blur of pain, sadness, anger and confusion.  You can’t rebuild your life in an instant, but you can take steps toward healing and wholeness.

            Community Church at SaddleBrooke is sponsoring the GriefShare Program, led by lay persons who have experienced their own losses.  At each Session, participants will view a video in which counseling professionals address different aspects of the grieving process.  After the video you will spend time in a Small Group discussing the concepts of healthy grief recovery which were presented.

            Upcoming Sessions of GriefShare will offer… preventive measures you can take to ensure that you don’t get stuck in grief...common misconceptions that hinder healing…why grief is so painful…who you are now that your loved one is gone, etc.

These Seminars (Click here to view seminars)  will be held on select Sundays from 1:30 to 3:30 PM.

For Information and Reservations Call:

Cari Block (858) 243-3747               Stuart Bridges (661) 972-4310

Email:  cari.block@me.com            sfbridges1@gmail.com

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