You will always have the luck of the Irish, and a BIG Savin’ O’ the Green at the Golden Goose! Join us in March for St. Patrick’s Day décor galore, and spring merchandise blooming in every dep… Read moreMarch at the Golden Goose Thrift Shop
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On Thursday, January 19, Oro Valley Police Department Sergeant Nate Vera received the Law Enforcement Officer of the Year award from the American Legion Oro Valley Post 132. Post commander Dan… Read moreAmerican Legion Oro Valley Post Gives Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award
The Oracle Schools Foundation Gala/Auction/Dinner is Saturday, March 11, 2023 (registration deadline is Thursday, March 2) at the Mountain View Ballroom. Doors open at 4:15 pm for check-in. Th… Read moreReady, Set, Go—It’s Time to Bid
Hello everyone! My name is Carlos Gama and I am your new point of contact for advertising in the Saddlebag Notes. I know that I have some huge shoes to fill, but nonetheless, I am extremely ex… Read moreMeet Carlos Gama
Frist, we would like to thank everyone who participated in the January blood drive. It was the best turn out we have ever had. Usually, we have about 10 percent no shows, but this time only fo… Read moreMarch Blood Drive
Join the Santa Catalina Catholic Church Mental Health Ministry for its March Mental Health Focus for “Exploring the Role of Spirituality in Grief.” Presented by Judy Rossman, a parishioner, St… Read moreYou Are Invited
Some of us are old enough to remember the Disney song from Pinocchio, “When you wish upon a star…“ While that fairytale has been replaced with newer, more modern ones, which still entertain us… Read moreWhat is Faith?
The Health Fair Planning Committee seeks a volunteer to serve as Publicity Coordinator on the committee. This person sends monthly news releases to the SaddleBrooke newspapers and assists in i… Read moreSaddleBrooke Health Fair Needs Publicity Coordinator
The Jewish Friendship Group continues a varied offering of events for February and March. By the time you read this article, some of the events will have taken place and will be reported on in… Read moreJewish Friendship Group
The Institute for Judaic Services and Studies (IJSS) welcomes ALL SaddleBrooke residents to a class led by Rabbi Sanford Seltzer. “When Jews Were Christians and Christians Were Jews — the Uniq… Read moreJudaic Services and Studies Class for All
The Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke teamed up with IMPACT of Southern Arizona and the SaddleBrooke Paper Crafters Club to bring joy to 44 area shut ins for Valentine’s Day. Each month, IMPACT of S… Read moreTeam Cupid Brings Valentine Love to Shut Ins
On Saturday, February 4, Resurrection Lutheran men’s breakfast featured Dick “Woody” Woodson. Jim Seppala opened the breakfast meeting and Ken Shepard blessed the food with an opening prayer, … Read moreResurrection Lutheran Men's Breakfast Take a Journey to the Major Leagues
On Thursday, March 16, at 4 p.m. in the DesertView Theater, the Friends of SaddleBrooke Libraries (FSL) lecture will focus on the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, located in Tucson. The Gallery ce… Read moreMarch Friends of SaddleBrooke Libraries Lecture Highlights Life and Art of Ted DeGrazia
This year the SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO) annual Food Drive will once again accept donations of food as well as money to support the Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) based in Mammoth.… Read moreHelp Fight Hunger
On Wednesday, January 11, the Tri-Community Food Bank (TCFB) held a luncheon to thank their dedicated and selfless volunteers. SaddleBrooke and SaddleBrooke Ranch residents, and members of the… Read moreLet's Celebrate Volunteers
Carson Keegan is a first-year student at the University of Arizona in the Honors College. He plans to obtain a bachelor’s degree in engineering and possibly minor in mathematics. Carson would … Read moreSaddleBrooke Community Outreach Scholarships Help Students and Eases Families’ Financial Burden
Esta Goldstein, Chair of the Institute for Judaic Services (IJSS) welcomed all to services. Her remarks were gracious as she spoke of our Rabbi, Cantorial Soloist and Accompanist. Esta introdu… Read moreThe Institute for Judaic Services
We not only pursue happiness, we study it. Psychologists research wellbeing, and academic institutions like Harvard now offer courses in the science of happiness. Harvard’s course Positive Psy… Read moreReady for a SaddleBrooke Happiness Project?
The Shroud of Turin has captivated the imagination of Christians since appearing in Europe in the 1300’s. The mysterious image of the man on the cloth has defied explanation despite scientific… Read moreThe Shroud of Turin
On the morning of Saturday, February 4, HOA-2 hosted its annual Recreation and Activities Fair in the ballroom at MountainView. The event was well planned and attended by hundreds of residents. Read moreUnited SaddleBrooke at the Activities Fair
As winter winds down, temperatures will begin to rise in SaddleBrooke and across Arizona. However, since warmth is generally part of our weather pattern year-round, did you know this ongoing w… Read moreSaddleBrooke Warmth Always Attracts Spiders
For over 30-years, the Friends of SaddleBrooke Libraries have worked tirelessly to raise funds to support our three libraries with books and equipment. Read more2023 Friends of SaddleBrooke Libraries Board Installed
The story of the Golden Goose is an amazing “Cinderella” story—it’s a story of an organization that, in 20-years, has gone from a rummage sale and a handful of volunteers working with a borrow… Read moreThe Golden Goose Story
On Monday, April 10, at 3 p.m. in the MoutainView Ballroom, SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO) will honor the volunteers and supporters who have made it possible to annually serve children… Read moreAnnual SaddleBrooke Community Outreach Celebration Set for Monday, April 10
If you are weighed down by outdated paper files, get ready to lighten your load. Bring boxes or bags of paper to the Shredding and Recycling Event on Saturday, April 22, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.… Read moreClean Out Your Old Paperwork
It’s time for spring housecleaning! Thanks to Senior Village, you can dispose of your electronics, computers, phones, paint, and household chemicals in one quick trip to the MountainView Clubh… Read moreSpring Recycle with Senior Village
Senior Village at SaddleBrooke provides simple, non-medical services for members and serves as a resource to the greater SaddleBrooke community. Activities for members and the general SaddleBr… Read moreEvents for the Entire SaddleBrooke Community
Early raffle ticket sales are strong for the Senior Village benefit, and someone will win up to $3,500 ($500 guaranteed minimum). The drawing will take place at NRG Wealth Management’s Beach B… Read moreHow to Win Big and Benefit Senior Village
The Jewish Friendship Group (JFG) celebrated Chanukah with a traditional dinner and annual meeting on Monday, December 19, 2022. Chanukah celebrates victory over suppression and light filled w… Read moreJewish Friendship Group News
President Ron Lenz presents a new membership packet to Jim Brewer as he is welcomed as a new member into the SaddleBrooke Sunrise Rotary Club (SSR). A service-oriented club that emphasizes fun… Read moreSaddleBrooke Sunrise Rotary Installs New Member
Thursday, January 5, was a big day for the Oracle School District Governing Board. Not only was it the first board meeting of 2023, but Superintendent Nehrmeyer swore in two board members elec… Read moreExciting Year for the Oracle School District
On Thursday, December 15, 2022, members of the Catalina Mountains Chapter (CMC) of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) attended the Tucson Chapter’s annual Christmas Dinner at … Read moreCatalina Mountain Chapter Attends Tucson Chapter's Christmas Dinner
2022 Annual Report to the Public for Calendar year January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022 Read moreTri-Community Food Bank 2022 Annual Report
Like many, United SaddleBrooke (US) has made some New Year’s Resolutions for 2023: Read moreNew Year’s Resolutions for United SaddleBrooke
The Annual Meeting of the Institute for Judaic Services (IJSS) was held on Friday, December 16, 2022, with the election of officers. It also means the parting of two officers who have served w… Read moreThe Institute for Judaic Services
On Saturday, January 7, Resurrection Lutheran Men’s Breakfast meeting featured Intern Wyatt Linde, Resurrection Lutheran Church. Jim Seppala opened the breakfast meeting and Ken Shepard blesse… Read moreResurrection Lutheran Men’s Breakfast Introduced to Military Navy Chaplaincy
When Resurrection Church at SaddleBrooke Lead Pastor Wayne Viereck passed away in March of 2021, he left behind an unfinished manuscript of what was to have been his second and probably final … Read moreFamily Publishes New Book by Pastor Wayne Viereck
Once again Jacqueline and Patrick Fancher took a chance and hosted a casino night for their SaddleBrooke Ranch neighbors. As with their party in 2022, their goal was to have fun with friends w… Read moreSaddleBrooke Community Outreach Benefits from SaddleBrooke Ranchers’ Casino Night Party
For the past 25-years, SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO) has been providing children in nearby communities with opportunities to succeed through programs that provide food, clothing, enri… Read moreOne Person Can Make a Big Difference
Want to see what other residents have done to their homes improve traffic flow, expand storage options, create a space for guests or simply modernize and beautify their surroundings? If so, th… Read moreSaddleBrooke Community Outreach Home Tour Tickets Available on Monday, March 6
I want to wish you all farewell, as I retire from Advertising with the Arizona Daily Star/Tucson Media Partners at the end of January. Read moreOur SaddleBag Notes Advertising Account Executive is Retiring
Although both the DesertView and SaddleBrooke One Libraries contain extensive holdings of fiction, non-fiction, and large print items, each library also has special collections unique to their… Read moreBook Nook
On the morning of Saturday, December 17 2022, representatives of the Catalina Mountains Chapter (CMC) of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) joined hundreds of other veterans, … Read moreCatalina Mountain Chapter Attends Wreaths Across America
Each December the SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO) education committee invites its college scholarship students and their guests to a pizza party. The event, held at Kids’ Closet in Mamm… Read moreAnnual Party Celebrates SaddleBrooke Community Outreach Scholarship Students
Mark Saturday, March 11 on your calendar now! You won’t want to miss the Oracle Schools Foundation (OSF) Spring Fling Gala/Auction because: Read moreTop Ten Reasons You Won’t Want to Miss the Oracle Schools Foundation Spring Fling Gala
Happy New Year! Believe it or not, March is just around the corner. I hope you have Saturday, March 11 on your calendar and plan to attend the Oracle Schools Foundation Spring Fling dinner and… Read moreLet the Countdown Begin
Save the Date: The Goose Team New Volunteer Orientation begins the third Monday of every month at 3 p.m. February’s orientation will be held on Monday, February 20. For more information, call … Read moreThe Golden Goose
Shop with us in February and fall in love with the Golden Goose Thrift Shop! We have over sixteen thousand square feet filled with merchandise sure to delight all of your valentines! Cupid him… Read moreFebruary at the Golden Goose
After nine-years of outstanding and dedicated service, Mary Thompson is leaving the SaddleBrooke Sunrise Rotary Club (SSR) and the SaddleBrooke Community to move back east near her family. As … Read moreSaddleBrooke Sunrise Rotarian Honored
In 2013, four SaddleBrooke gals realized there was a need to dispose of unused pills legally and locally. Esta Goldstein, Danna Koelling, Merna Oakley and Peggy Ogier, eventually convinced the… Read moreSaddleBrooke's Prescription Drop-Off Program