David Zapatka From existential threats to existential choices, the word, existential, was used in the news and in conversations around the country frequently this past year. “I’m trash!” was the insistent cry of Forky, the googly-eyed spork whose struggle to be a toy was at the heart of the summer blockbuster Toy Story 4. Forky’s…
Category: March 2020
Generals, March 2020
Spring Break Reminders
Melani Caron, CMCA, CAAM, AMS, General Manager With spring break upon us, we continue to be busy at the Ranch House front desk, registering guests from all over who are here to soak up the Arizona sun. It’s nice for us to be able to meet your extended family and friends when you bring them…
Clubs & Classes, March 2020
Needle Crafters News
Diana Oleson The Needle Crafters are making items for various charities and for the craft fair. All proceeds from the craft fair go to buying supplies we need to make charity items. Our needle crafter’s can also work on personal items. The charities that we are presently working on are Operation Christmas Child, Morning of Generosity, and…
Generals, March 2020
Gym Reminder
Melani Caron, CAAM®, CMCA®, AMS®, General Manager Recently, we have had a pair of small hand weights go missing, as well as two weight plates. The weight plates were returned, but not the hand weights. The hand weights are used by individuals that cannot hold onto regular dumbbells; we would like to see these returned.…
Clubs & Classes, March 2020
Cards for the Troops Marathon
Pam Costner One Sunday in January the Papercrafting ladies gathered at the CAC to make cards that are sent to the Forgotten Soldiers Organization charity. These generic cards are put in care packages that the troops can use to send back to their loved ones. The birthday, anniversary, and thinking of you selection is not…
Clubs & Classes, March 2020
Eighth Annual RRAZ Hold-em Tournament Results
Dave Lawell On Saturday, Feb. 1 the eighth annual Arizona Hold-em Poker tournament was held at Robson Ranch AZ, at the Sports Club. Thirty-six poker players turned out to compete for the title of tourney champion for 2020. The tournament play is a no limit freeze-out format with no re-buys. So, when a player’s chips…
Sports, March 2020
Great Season for Softball
Dixie and Artie Wachter We just want to say thanks for a great season of Community Softball. Glad you all came out.
Generals, March 2020
Be on the Lookout!
Nicole McCracken We have had so much fun on the bus trips over the last year. I am shocked we sold out two buses for both Elf: The Musical and the Barrett Jackson Auction. My goal for 2020 was to plan a bus trip for each month, to get you out and about exploring our beautiful…
Clubs & Classes, March 2020
Pottery and Ceramics Club Named Featured Artist
Carol Breen, Reporter Debbie moved from California to Robson in 2007, and has been a member of the Pottery/Ceramics Club since it began in 2009. Having never done pottery, Debbie wasn’t sure she would like it or even be able to make something! Well, as you can see from her creations, Debbie certainly proved she…
Clubs & Classes, March 2020
Material Girls Enjoy a Quilting Retreat
Marie Stuersel In January, two groups of Material Girls were off to Ritter Ranch in Hereford, Arizona, for a three- to four-day quilting/sewing retreat. At the Ranch, attendees can sew all day or night; no cooking or cleaning. The best part is the friendship of sharing ideas and stories. Of course, the friendship, ideas, stories, and learning…