Tag: classes

Do More with Glass!

Doris Betuel If you have been following the articles on fused glass, it is a never ending delight to view the wonderful and creative projects that are created with melted glass. Some of our members have expanded their glass universes to include other mediums, such as ceramics, wood, or metal with fused glass. Check out…

Step Aerobics Celebrations

Carol Simmons On Sept. 27, 2025, Phil Olquin hosted a pizza party in the Hermosa ballroom for the step aerobics class. Judi Lewinski and Phil Olquin have been volunteering as leaders of this step aerobics class since 2007. With the help of Kim Gibbs, Scott Fauber, Michael Crowley, and Heather Heslin also leading aerobics routines,…

Virtues in Action: Building a Kinder World Together

Betsy Lydle Smith Have you ever paused to consider what your favorite virtue might be? At this time of year, you may find yourself drawn to Compassion, or perhaps Generosity, Joyfulness, Faith, or Purposefulness. In fact, more than 360 virtues appear across the sacred texts of the world’s religions—something Dr. Dan Popov, co-founder of The…

Fitness Is Your Responsibility

Gary Potter The holidays are now over. Funny how your body has taken the shape of your recliner. Interesting though, how that works, but it comes with some disadvantages: usually pain in the neck, upper and lower back, hips, knees, calves, and shoulders. Pretty much everywhere. It was certainly enjoyable meeting up with family and…

Stained Glass Club Offers Extended Membership Special

Julie White As the “holidaze” approach, members of the Stained Glass Club are preparing for a festive season of crafting, and are extending an irresistible offer to encourage new members to join their creative community. The club is offering a generous membership special that effectively grants new participants 13 months of benefits for the price…

Fused Glass Magic Cheer

Colleen Angle ’Twas the month before Christmas and all through Robson Ranch, residents were bustling, each taking a chance— To ready their homes with holiday cheer, and welcome the magic of Christmas near. But in the studio, with glass and with flame. The fused glass members were deep in their game. They cut and layered, they sprinkled…

A Spooky Dance Class

On the Thursday before Halloween, the Beginning Dance class, led by Loralee, dressed up in costume for the class. Everyone looked amazing and had a fun time at the class. The next dance party is Thursday, Dec. 11, from noon to 4 p.m. Each of the dance levels will be dancing to the favorite dances.…

Christmas Is Calling at the Gourd Club

Doris Betuel Did you know there is a club at Robson that creates gourd art? The club is here all year round, and it is feeling a lot like Christmas here! Our members are making ornaments and decorative items such as awesome snow people and elves! Gourds come in all shapes and sizes, and they…

Fused Glass Pocket Vases

Doris Betuel There is something fun happening in the Fused Glass Club! Glass vases are made by melting pieces of glass around “pockets” of glass. First, take two pieces of glass. Decorate your glass. Decide how big a pocket you want between your two pieces of glass. Then, place thick pieces of fiber paper between…