The 3-part ladies' group “Sonoran Singers” from Saddlebrooke graced the big stage on Tuesday April 7th at the Desert View Performing Arts Center with their fabulous blend of voices. The sound … Read moreSinging is in the Air as the Melodies add their Flair
Friends of ours suggested that I might write an article on a friend of theirs who calls himself The Crazy Rock Guy. This sounded like an intriguing topic so, of course, I said “yes.” Read moreIN THE SPOTLIGHT IN SADDLEBROOKE Dan Devou A.K.A. The Crazy Rock Guy
Yes, it’s no longer a rumor that Neil Simon’s play RUMORS was a huge success! Community Circle Players (CCP) drew the final curtain March 5th. If the audience feedback is any indication, it ra… Read moreRUMORS IS NO LONGER A RUMOR
The everyday kimono is a thing of the past with exception of special occasions as more and more Japanese have adopted western clothing following WWII. The kimono at one time determined a perso… Read moreThe Kimono: Art in Motion
It was a memorable evening at the beautifully appointed home of Janet and David Gulden on Saturday, April 3 when they hosted, along with Chris and Larry Crum, the talented and remarkable music… Read moreAn Evening To Remember (With Pianist and Vocalist Jessiah)
HELLO TO HAIKU! Read moreHELLO TO HAUKU!
Friends of Oracle State Park has committed $5,000 to help fund the 2026 Artist‑in‑Residence program after recent changes in state funding created a shortfall. The program, a partnership betwee… Read moreFOSP Donates $5,000 to Support 2026 AZ State Parks Artist Residency
On April 18, 2026, Oracle State Park will host its highly anticipated "Music on the Trail" event, inviting visitors to experience an enchanting blend of nature and live music. This unique cele… Read moreMusic on the Trail at Oracle State Park: April 18, 2026
Did you know the Ute people were the first tribes in the American Southwest to use horses? Read moreUte Indians
The SaddleBrooke Fine Arts Guild would like to thank everyone who participated in and attended its annual Fine Art Show and Sale, held February 20–21 at the MountainView Ballroom. The event br… Read moreA Record-Setting Celebration of Art at SaddleBrooke
Sure, you’ve done your genealogical research. You know who your antecedents were: their names, when and where they lived, and in some cases, like grandparents and great-aunts and -uncles, you … Read moreIntroducing a SaddleBrook Author!
Construction has begun on HOA1’s Creative Arts and Wellness Center-a landmark moment for the SaddleBrooke community. The new facility will serve as a hub for creativity, social interactions an… Read moreNew Club Opportunities in the HOA1 Creative Arts and Wellness Center
Open Mah Jongg on Wednesdays Read moreMah Jongg News
This is my second article featuring an interview with Diana Sigler, one of the most enduring and highly respected members of the SaddleBrooke Writers Group. A member for 28 years, Diana has be… Read moreWriting the Pieces That Make Us Whole: An Interview with Diana Sigler on Fragments
The SaddleBrooke Writers Group (SWG), established in 1993, is a vibrant community of approximately 40 active members who share a passion for the written word. The group meets regularly on the … Read more2026 SaddleBrooke Writers Group Workshops
A few days after Thanksgiving, I met a family who filled my heart with gratitude and joy. We shook hands and gathered around tables decorated with plaid-covered tablecloths, holly and garland … Read moreWe Will Feed His Wild Quail: The Generous Legacy of a Friend to Oracle State Park
Have you ever been to a place where you simply wanted to stare in awe at its majesty, quiet, and grandeur? That describes our impression of the continent of Antarctica. Read morePenguins, Icebergs, Seals, and Glaciers: Our Unexpected Adventures in Antarctica
Join the Oracle Historical Society for their upcoming speaker, Catesby Suter, who will present the topic of "Caring for Iris and Other Bulbs" at the Oracle Historical Society Acadia Ranch Muse… Read moreOracle Historical Society's Event "Caring for Iris and Other Bulbs"
Hello, out there, dear readers. My column, “Looking Forward to Yesterday,” in Saddlebag Notes is now in its ninth year. I would not be published without your years of support, feedback, and in… Read moreThe White House “Tunnel of Love” - Part Two of “Declassified”
Animal migration is a subject widely studied and speculated upon, but one where motivational certainty is a characteristic that frequently falls short. Two of my favorite animal migrations are… Read moreThe Red Knot's Remarkable Migration
Come hear the Sonoran Singers perform on the big stage at DVPAC April 7th 2:00 p.m. for the Senior Village Matinee. With a little bit country, a little bit rock n’ roll and more!!! Read moreSonoran Singers “Sisters in Song” performing April 7th
Join Senior Village for these upcoming performances. Read moreCome to the Music Matinee
If Only Read moreIf Only
The SaddleBrooke Western Heritage Preservation Club is sponsoring a concert at the Desert View Performing Arts Center (DVPAC) starring two of the country's best western music and cowboy poetry… Read moreAuthentic Cowboy Music and Poetry Coming to the DesertView Performing Arts Center
This was my third time interviewing Stuart Watkins, a well-known member of the SaddleBrooke Writers Group, about his published work. This time, however, the focus was different. Stuart served … Read moreFrom Family Papers to Maritime History
374 Treaties Read more374 Treaties
Katherine Evan’s life is all about animals – from her artwork to her personal life, animals, and their welfare, are her motivating force. Since moving to Saddlebrooke two years ago, Katherine … Read moreArtist Spotlight: Katherine Evans
Frank Lloyd-Wright was an influential and innovative American architect, designer, writer and educator. Wright played a key role in the architectural movements of the twentieth century, influe… Read moreFrank Lloyd Wright: Visionary Architect
Open Mah Jong on Wednesdays Read moreMah Jong News
The second mural is now installed on the wall at the corner of Spoon and Ridgeview. The painting by Delys Nast, titled King of the Mountain, has been immortalized on tiles that will withstand … Read moreBig Horn Sheep are Now Adorning the Ridgeview Wall
The SaddleBrooke Ceramic Club will be at the Recreation Arts Fair from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the MountainView Ballroom on Saturday, February 7. Meet our members—Patty Oswalt, Betsey Clark, Hele… Read moreCurious About Clay?
Do you have a passion for singing? Are you looking for an opportunity to sing with other ladies in SaddleBrooke? We have just what you are looking for. Join our “sisters in song”. Come check o… Read moreSonoran Singers "Sisters in Song" Wants You
Santa Claus, aka Fred Barazani, so enjoyed his visit to SaddleBrooke last year, that he arrived once again on his sleigh (driven and decorated by Pete Giljohann) with reindeer in tow. Santa de… Read moreSanta Claus Revisits SaddleBrooke
Ah! For the love of idioms! Here are some common and not so common sayings. Read moreStrange Sayings (and Origins)
Tucson is a community rich in compassion and resilience. Yet every year, more of our neighbors face challenges that are deep and complex – homelessness, addiction, family separation and crisis… Read moreGive. Bless. Receive.
A curious creature in the SaddleBrooke neighborhood. Read moreJust Checking for the Mail?
Saturday, February 7 is the date for the annual SaddleBrooke Recreation and Activities Fair. The event will run from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Ballrooms at the MountainView Clubhouse. This is a… Read moreJoin Us for the Annual SaddleBrooke Recreation and Activities Fair
Your Fitness, Wellness, and Recreation Committee of HOA-2, in conjunction with the Old Pueblo Unit of the National Association of Parliamentarians, is pleased to announce a free, two-hour semi… Read moreRobert's Rules Can Change Your Life
Fiber Arts used to be relegated to Women's Craft and synonymous with Grandma's Doilies and Bedquilts. No more. Read moreFiber Arts: The Next Frontier in Fine Arts
Two-hundred pounds of clay cut into 214 unique tiles decorated with 29 different glaze colors and around 350 hours of work by SaddleBrooke Pottery Club members resulted in the colorful Roadrun… Read moreGiant Roadrunner Lands In Saddlebrooke
The idea for Valerie Carr’s children’s book, "Once Upon a Time and Now!" just came to her one day. “I wanted to leave my legacy, and write an inspirational children’s book for young girls to u… Read moreOnce Upon a Time and Now
Tickets will be sold until Tuesday, February 3, unless they run out! The last few years have been a sell-out for the Wisconsin Party! So, don’t wait until Groundhog Day to snag your tickets!! … Read moreLast Chance to Grab Your Tickets for the Wisconsin Party
Tickets are going fast… so do not miss your chance to see and hear this awesome group! Last March, the Tributaries rocked the DesertView Theatre, playing to a sold-out auditorium for over two … Read moreThe Tributaries to Return to DesertView on Monday, April 13
A friend of ours, (“Janet”), recently emailed me and said that she had fallen and broken her femur. Concerned, I wrote back and asked if she was still in the hospital and, if so, which hospita… Read moreA Sophisticated Scam
The SaddleBrooke Fine Arts Guild encourages art appreciation and art skills throughout the community—with several opportunities for members to showcase their talents. One of these opportunitie… Read more“One Image, No Limits” Art Challenge
Please join Senior Village in welcoming Sean Lewis to the Desertview Center for Performing Arts at 2 p.m. on Thursday, February 26. Read moreFebruary Music Matinee Featuring Sean Lewis
Congregation B’nai Midbar invites you to hear the story of two people’s survival. Eva Friedner, daughter of two Holocaust survivors, will share how her parents survived, their extraordinary jo… Read moreHolocaust Survivors, As Told by Their Daughter
Have you seen the beautiful quilt, titled Sonoran Sunset that will go to the lucky ticket holder on Saturday, March 21 at the SaddleBrooke Quilt Show? Not just an exhibition of beautiful creat… Read moreQuilt Show Coming Up on Saturday, March 21
Travel has long been viewed as a positive hobby that can pay short- and long-term dividends. Some of those benefits may surprise even the most devoted jet-setters. For example, a joint study f… Read moreTravel Tips for the Over-50 Crowd
Comedy Klatch is an experimental performance group currently rehearsing for its debut in SaddleBrooke. Act 1 features "Little Red Through the Time Warp Portal,” followed by a series of comedy … Read moreIt’s Happening, Right Here in SaddleBrooke