March 2023

ON THE COVER

Filming the Rancho Sahuarita "All Dreams Begin Somewhere" basketball commercial with University of Arizona Point Guard Kylan Boswell at Rancho Sahuarita was amazing! He brought great energy and love for the kids on set and even signed a few balls. Best of luck to Kylan and the Wildcats as they head into the final stretch of the year.

Rancho Sahuarita Resident-Only Events

Visit ActiveNet for more details and to register.

• WOMEN & WINE

Wednesday, March 1st | 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

• COFFEE SOCIAL

Friday, March 3rd | 8:00 - 9:30 a.m.

• SAGUARO CLUB EXPLORE AZ: HEARD MUSEUM

Saturday, March 4th | 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

• FOOD TRUCK ROUNDUP

Tuesday, March 7th - 4:30 - 7:00 p.m.

• STORY TIME FOR TOTS

Thursday, March 9th | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

• DRIVE-IN MOVIE

Friday, March 10th | *Event area opens at 7:00 p.m. | Movie begins at 8:00 p.m.

At the Events Parking Lot (S. Rancho Sahuarita Blvd & S. Camino Lago Azul)

• “HEALTHY LIVING SERIES” - NUTRITION WORKSHOPS

Saturday, March 11th | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

• TEEN OUTING: SKATE COUNTRY

Saturday, March 11th | 2:00 - 6:30 p.m.

• SUNDAY ADDITION

Sunday, March 12th | 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

• SPRING BREAK CAMP

Monday, March 13th - Thursday, March 16th

Daily: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m

• BINGO MADNESS

Monday, March 14th & March 28th | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

• ROCK ART

Wednesday, March 15th | 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

• MOVIN’ & GROOVIN‘

Thursday, March 16th | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

• COFFEE & CANINES

Friday, March 17th | 8:00 - 9:30 a.m.

• I CAN COOK FOR KIDS

Friday, March 17th | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

• PRINCESS TEA PARTY

Saturday, March 18th | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

• YOU TALK WE LISTEN MEETING

Tuesday, March 21st | 6:00 p.m.

• SAGUARO CLUB: BUNCO NIGHT

Wednesday, March 22nd | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

• TODDLER TECHNIQUES

Thursday, March 23rd | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

CHAMPIONS

RELEASE DATE : MARCH 10, 2023

DIRECTED BY: BOBBY FARRELLY

SCREAM VI

RELEASE DATE : MARCH 10, 2023

DIRECTED BY: MATT BETTINELLIOLPIN/TYLER GILLETT

RELEASE DATE: MARCH 17, 2023

DIRECTED BY: SCOTT BECK/BRYAN WOODS

Who is Involved: Woody Harrelson, Kaitlin Olson, Madison Tevlin, Matt Cook, Kevin Iannucci, Cheech Marin, James Day Keith, Joshua Felder, Ashton Gunning, Tom Sinclair

Woody Harrelson stars in the hilarious and heartwarming story of a former minor-league basketball coach who, after a series of missteps, is ordered by the court to manage a team of players with intellectual disabilities. He soon realizes that despite his doubts, together, this team can go further than they ever imagined.

Source: https://www.movieinsider.com/

Who is Involved: Dermot Mulroney, Liana Liberato, Henry Czerny, Jack Champion, Melissa Barrera, Jenna Ortega, James Vanderbilt, Tony Revolori, Hayden Panettiere, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin

Following the latest Ghostface killings, the four survivors leave Woodsboro behind and start a fresh chapter.

Source: https://www.movieinsider.com/

JANUARY 2023 HOUSING REPORT

22% HOMES SOLD 50 PROPERTIES FROM JANUARY 2022 FROM JANUARY 2022

1% MEDIAN SALE PRICE $357495

Who is Involved: Adam Driver, Chloe Coleman, Ariana Greenblatt, Scott Beck, Bryan Woods, Sam Raimi, Zainab Azizi, Deborah Liebling After a catastrophic crash on an unknown planet, pilot Mills (Adam Driver) quickly discovers he’s actually stranded on Earth…65 million years ago. Now, with only one chance at rescue, Mills and the only other survivor, Koa (Ariana Greenblatt), must make their way across an unknown terrain riddled with dangerous prehistoric creatures in an epic fight to survive. From the writers of A Quiet Place and producer Sam Raimi comes 65, a sci-fi thriller starring Adam Driver, Ariana Greenblatt, and Chloe Coleman. Written, directed, and produced by Scott Beck & Bryan Woods - the film is also produced by Sam Raimi, Deborah Liebling and Zainab Azizi.

Source: https://www.movieinsider.com/

1% MEDIAN LIST PRICE $362,450

3.7 MONTHS OF INVENTORY (SELLER’S MARKET)

Sahuarita Premier Dentistry

“EXCEPTIONAL CARE FOR BEAUTIFUL SMILES”

SAHUARITA Premier Dentistry will open in Rancho Sahuarita this month, and we are ready to deliver a wide variety of dental services for patients in the community!

Led by Dr. Jordan Morris, our team at Sahuarita Premier Dentistry will offer services that help patients stay healthy and maintain good oral health habits, while also having the skill and technology to treat any problems that may develop over time. These include general dental treatments, cosmetic dental, and restorative dental

care. Using the latest technology including 3D radiographs, we can accurately diagnose and treat a variety of problems and target individual treatment to improve our patients’ overall oral health.

Dr. Morris is dedicated to helping patients discover the right treatments for their smile, and focuses on cosmetic dentistry, full mouth reconstructions, implant dentistry, and periodontal health.

We will be having a Grand Opening on Saturday, March 18th at 2:00 p.m. Members

of the community are to invited to stop by, see our beautiful new office and meet our team.

Also, to celebrate our opening, we will be offering a $99 New Patient introductory offer which includes examination and x-rays.

The office is located at 770 W. Sahuarita Rd. #110 at The Corner in Rancho Sahuarita, and we are now scheduling appointments. Please visit our website at www.SahuaritaDentistry. com today!

Have you built an emergency fund?

MANY people make financial New Year’s resolutions, such as reducing their debts or contributing more to their retirement accounts — both of which are certainly worthy goals. But among those who planned to make a financial resolution for 2023, the primary reason was the desire to build an emergency savings fund, according to a December 2022 study by research firm Morning Consult.

Factors such as economic concerns and the sharp rise in inflation seem to be driving this greater interest in building an emergency fund. But it’s extremely valuable to maintain this type of fund in any economic environment. An emergency fund can help you prepare for a temporary job loss or early retirement, or pay for large home or auto repairs, sizable medical bills and other needs.

So, how much do you need to keep in an emergency fund? The answer depends on your stage of life. If you’re still working, you might want at least three to six months’ worth of living expenses in your emergency fund. If you’re already retired, however, you may need at least three months’ worth of expenses for emergencies, plus another 12 months’ worth of expenses, after accounting for your other sources of income, to cover your everyday spending needs.

And if you are retired, it’s especially important to maintain this larger emergency fund so you can avoid dipping into your investment portfolio to pay for any unforeseen costs and daily expenses. As you know, the financial

markets can be volatile, so, if it’s possible, you’ll want to avoid having to sell investments when their prices may be down.

When building an emergency fund, where should you keep the money? You’ll need it to be accessible, so you’ll want it in a liquid investment vehicle. At the same time, you don’t want to take risks with this fund, so you’ll want to be confident that your principal will likely be preserved. Some possibilities might include shortterm certificates of deposit (CDs) or money market accounts. But wherever you put the money, keep it separate from your regular checking or savings account — it’s called an “emergency” fund for a reason, and you don’t want to mingle it with the accounts you use every day.

Given the high cost of living, it’s not always easy to sock away money for emergencies — and if you wait until all your bills are paid before addressing an emergency fund, you may only make very slow progress. One possible strategy is to pay yourself first, so to speak, by having some money automatically moved from your checking or savings account each month into your emergency fund. And whenever you get a financial windfall, such as a tax refund or a year-end bonus at work, you might use some of it for this fund.

It will take time and discipline to build and maintain an emergency fund. But

once you’ve got such a fund in place, you’ll feel more confident in your ability to deal with unexpected costs that could potentially disrupt your progress toward your financial goals. So, make it a priority this year to build or strengthen your emergency fund. It will be worth the effort. 

New Neighborhood of Entrada Del Pueblo to Grand Open this Month

RANCHO Sahuarita’s newest neighborhood, Entrada Del Pueblo, will officially grand open later this month, featuring new homes from five homebuilders including: Centex, KB Home, Richmond American Homes, Lennar and Meritage Homes. 522 lots in total, the new neighborhood is located south of Sahuarita Rd. along Rancho Sahuarita Blvd., close to nearby schools, commercial development and other future neighborhoods.

Buyers are invited to come enjoy the "Grand Opening Sales Event" to kick it all off, on Saturday, March 25th from 10:00 am. – 2:00 p.m. Visit the new home sales sites in Entrada Del Pueblo to enjoy a variety of entertainment and treats, and enter to win great prizes.

Between the neighborhood’s five builders, buyers will find dozens of floorplan options to choose from, ranging from 1289 to 2694

square feet and 3-5 bedrooms. Richmond American Homes, Centex and Meritage are already selling, and Lennar and KB Home will officially open for sales the day of this event.

For more information about Entrada Del Pueblo or any of its builders, visit https:// ranchosahuarita.com/entrada-del-pueblo/. 

OF THE MONTH

DECIDER

Decider is the first entertainment and pop culture destination site created to help today’s on-demand generation discover the best streaming content through a unique blend of pop culture expertise and hilarious insight. It is part of the Post Digital Network.

https://decider.com/what-to-watch/

ARIZONA

AGUA CALIENTE TRAIL

Type: Day Hike | Distance: 9.25 miles round trip | Hike time: 7 hours

What will you see? Canyons, Mountain Views, Summit, Woods

Difficulty - Strenuous

Trailhead: From downtown Tucson take Speedway east to its intersection with Wilmot. Follow Wilmot north to Tanque Verde. Follow Tanque Verde for about 7.5 miles to Soldier. Follow Soldier to Prince and turn right, follow Prince for a mile to Wentworth. Turn left on Wentworth and look for a place to park. Follow a dirt road for about a half of a mile to a pullout. This is where the trail begins. Note that there are several possible starting points for this hike.

This hike is great to see some amazing desert landscape. You will have access to the second most prominent peak in the Santa Ritas. You will see much more than just cactus. The trail winds along Mount Hopkins north slopes through forest conifers, oak and aspen trees, leading you to breathtaking views of the mountain summits and canyons. Make this a family day trip, or take your family dog. The weather is too beautiful to miss out on taking in our beautiful surroundings.

MARCH

• March 7 - Full Moon. The Moon will be located on the opposite side of the Earth as the Sun and its face will be fully illuminated. This phase occurs at 12:42 UTC. This full moon was known by early Native American tribes as the Worm Moon because this was the time of year when the ground would begin to soften and the earthworms would reappear. This moon has also been known as the Crow Moon, the Crust Moon, the Sap Moon, and the Lenten Moon.

• March 20 - March Equinox. The March equinox occurs at 21:17 UTC. The Sun will shine directly on the equator and there

will be nearly equal amounts of day and night throughout the world. This is also the first day of spring (vernal equinox) in the Northern Hemisphere and the first day of fall (autumnal equinox) in the Southern Hemisphere.

• March 21 - New Moon. The Moon will be located on the same side of the Earth as the Sun and will not be visible in the night sky. This phase occurs at 17:25 UTC. This is the best time of the month to observe faint objects such as galaxies and star clusters because there is no moonlight to interfere.

MARCH 2023

Rancho Sahuarita Self Storage & RV Opening Later this Month!

“RANCHO Sahuarita Self Storage & RV” will open for business later this month, bringing convenient storage solutions to area residents. It is in the northernmost part of the community, conveniently situated along Rancho Sahuarita Boulevard and near surrounding neighborhoods.

Rancho Sahuarita Self Storage & RV will offer both climate-controlled units ranging from 5x5 up to 10x30 feet, and drive-up units ranging from 10x10 to 12x30 feet. All units are ground level with wide driveways

and ease of access. The facility will also have RV and boat parking spaces available for lease, (both covered and uncovered spots will be available).

Accessible by electronic gate seven days a week, Rancho Sahuarita Self Storage & RV also has additional amenities including 24-hour security monitoring, covered loading and unloading areas, a dump station for the RV parking, motion detected lighting and more. Management onsite can assist customers as needed, and resources such as dollies and carts

will be available for customers’ convenience. Packing and moving supplies can also be purchased on site.

An Open House is planned for April to celebrate the opening and to give potential customers a chance to view the new facility and all that it offers. More details will be publicized as that date approaches.

More information is available at www. RanchoSahuaritaSelfStorageandRV.com or by calling 480-424-4719. 

What’s Cooking in the Kitchen?

MARCH KITCHEN

Whoopie Pies

Ingredients for the Cookies:

1 cup all-purpose flour

¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

¾ tsp. Baking soda

¼ tsp. Baking powder

¼ tsp. Salt

½ cup packed light brown sugar

4 tbsp. Unsalted butter, room temperature

1 large egg

⅓ cup 2% milk

¼ cup stout beer

Ingredients for the Filling:

2 ounces cream cheese, room temperature

¼ cup confectioners’ sugar, sifted

½ cup marshmallow creme

Directions:

Heat oven to 375°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda,

baking powder, and salt.

In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat brown sugar and butter until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in egg. Alternately add flour mixture and milk, then stout, mixing just until incorporated.

Drop level tablespoons of batter onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake until the tops are set and spring back when lightly pressed, 6 to 8 minutes. Let cool on baking sheets 5 min., then transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely.

While cookies cool, make filling: Using electric mixer, beat cream cheese until smooth, about 3 minutes. Add confectioners’ sugar and beat until fluffy. Fold in marshmallow crème and beat until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Cover and refrigerate at least 20 minutes before using. When ready to serve, spread filling onto half of the cookies, then top with remaining cookies.

PARSNIP Mash

Ingredients:

2 lbs yellow potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces

2 lbs parsnips, peeled and cut into ¼-inch pieces

Salt and pepper

1 ¾ cup whole milk

½ cup unsalted butter

12 sprigs fresh thyme

8 cloves garlic, smashed

6 black peppercorns

2 fresh bay leaves

Fresh chives, for topping

Directions:

Place potatoes and parsnips in a large saucepan, add enough cold water to cover and bring to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon salt; reduce heat and simmer until just tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, place milk, butter, thyme, garlic, peppercorns and bay leaves and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes; remove from heat and let sit until potatoes and parsnips are done.

Using a food mill, ricer or masher, mash vegetables. Strain milk mixture into potato-parsnip mixture; discard solids. Season with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper and mix to combine. Serve with additional butter, chives and cracked pepper if desired.

MARCH 2023

We are heading into Rattlesnake season!

IN Arizona we know all too well what comes with warm weather…SNAKES!!

Rattlesnakes are most active during the months of April through October. Sometimes in Arizona the temperature may be perfect for these reptiles to wake up as early as March. Currently they are most active during the day and are less active at night due to the cooler evening weather. However, as the days get warmer, the nights will as well.

Let's get to know this creature, and how we can stay safe if we encounter them. Rattle snakes do not hatch from an egg, they are born alive! From birth they are fully ready to live on their own, with fangs and venom. As a baby rattlesnake, the most important thing for them is to find food and shelter as soon as possible. They are so small they have the potential to become food for much bigger predators. Because they are tiny little things, they may end up in places such as swimming pools, planters or in homes. There are many holes around that belong to squirrels and prairie dogs. Don't assume these homes belong to just those cute furry creatures. Snakes do not dig holes to live

in, they TAKE holes to live in. It has been said that a rattlesnake will always rattle, but that is not always true. If a rattlesnake is sleeping and does not smell you or feel your vibrations you may startle it and it will strike to protect itself. It is important to always be aware of your surroundings. Rattlesnakes blend in pretty well with our Arizona rock and dirt. Note, that although relaxing and enjoyable sitting outside to watch beautiful birds eat out of the bird feeder you have, will attract snakes of all kinds.

If you encounter a rattlesnake, don't get too nervous. Like the saying goes, "it is more afraid of you than you are of it". If you see a rattlesnake, stop where you are and move slowly away from the snake. The rattlesnake will not chase you, but keep a safe distance. Be sure to keep children and pets away if a rattlesnake is located near you. If the rattlesnake is in an area that is not threatening, just leave it alone, as it is probably passing through looking for food. If the rattlesnake is in an area that is threatening to yourself, and child or a pet call your local fire department, or a private

pet removal company to come remove it. If however you take matters into your own hand and kill the snake: know that a rattlesnake can have a reflex bite. Reflex bites with venom can occur for several hours after the death of the snake.

WHAT TO DO IF BITTEN BY A RATTLESNAKE:

Remain calm

Remove jewelry and watches from affected area

Keep limb at level below the heart

Decrease activity

Get to medical facility ASAP

WHAT NOT TO DO IF BITTEN BY A RATTLESNAKE:

Do not apply ice

Do not use incisions

Do not use a tourniquet or constriction band

Do not administer alcohol or drugs

Make sure you and your family are aware of your surroundings, and know what to do if you encounter this creature we share our desert with. 

IRISH CREAM

SugarScrub

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup sugar

1 tablespoon dry milk

½ cup coconut oil

2 drops of peppermint oil

2 drops of green food coloring

DIRECTIONS:

Combine all ingredients, adding the oil last. Mix well. Apply to the body and massage into skin. Rinse well. Your skin is left feeling soft and smooth.

Chinese Calligraphy/Language Tutoring. Tutoring in basic, intermediate and advanced Chinese language, written and spoken. $20/hour. Caring and fun! 520-704-3832

Education/Learning Sahuarita Math & Reading. Tutor, Bob Malouff. Tutoring all grades. Summer lessons to prepare for the school year online or at the clubhouse. Special Rates. 520-484-9237

2 RV Lots For Rent $350/month. Security deposit required. $25.00 application fee. Utilities not included. Small pets allowed. Full hookups. Adults Only. 520-625-7559 • 520-549-9317

Sun Dolphin For Sale. 8 ft. boat, trailer + Minn Kota electric motor (5 speed). Great for So. AZ lakes. Asking $1,900. For viewing call: 520-403-4613.

Lovable, friendly cats and kittens available for adoption through Paws Patrol, 750 W Camino Casa Verde, Green Valley. Tues-Sat 10:00-2:00. 520-207-4024. Cats are spayed/neutered and current with shots.

HOUSE CLEANING POSITION AVAILABLE VAIL, Sahuarita and Rita ranch area.

As Clean As A Whistle

• Full and part time positions available

• Must have vehicle to drive between jobsite

• Must speak English

• Must be able to pass background check

• Must be able to bend, squat and lift 25-30lbs

• Hours of operation M-F. Occasional Saturdays

• Call Robin 520.909.0065

TAX PREPAYER. I.R.S. Approved Tax Prepayer. Low Rates! Excelent, quality work. Retired Tax Lawyer. Call Bob 520-982-1658

• bobbysvisa@gmail.com.

THE BIKE DOC. 50 years experience. Veteran owned. Mobile. Formerly certified U.S. Cycling Federation. FREE Estimates! 520982-4703 God Bless America.

DIRTY TILE ? CLEAN & SMILE!

• We scrub groutlines thoroughly clean!

• We steamclean tile & grout guaranteed perfect! CLEAN 2 ROOMS ROOMS ONLY $59 • CALL FOR APPT! 520-331-7777 • greenvalleycarpetcleaners.com

BECK'S HANDY WORKS. 20 years experience. All phases remodeling and new construction. Electrician by trade. Reasonable rates. Reliable and Excellent references. FREE estimates. All work guaranteed, 520-449-9587

PATRIOT LAWN SERVICES offers reasonable weekly or monthly rates for lawn cleaning (and removal) of weeds, & trimming of trees/ shrubs. 520-982-1658 bobbysvisa@gmail.com.

SPECIAL** CLEAN CARPET CLEAN TILE

• 2 rooms $59. $30,000 steamer cleans stains quickly. Pet stains removed. Certified stain specialists. Guaranteed or 100% moneyback.

• Call Green Valley Carpet Cleaner 520-331-7777

• Please visit greenvalleycarpetcleaner.com

If you want to get the word out about your business, give us a call and purchase an ad starting as low as $50 a month. We have great rates and special incentives on all ad sizes and we’ll even help you with the ad design. If you’re interested, give us a call today at (520) 325-3763.