Johnny Henson, Professor Pool There’s a common misconception in cue sports—and in sports in general—that the best teachers must also be the best players. On the surface, that idea seems logical. If someone plays at a high level, surely they must know how to teach. In reality, teaching and playing are two very different skill…
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Generals, May 2026
Robson Ranch Musicians Performing May 13
Tom Albrecht On May 13, the Robson Ranch Musicians will be playing in the Hermosa Ballroom. The 16–piece band performs music from the big band era to modern songs. Robson Dance Club invites members and guests to enjoy, once again, couples and social dancing. We are so fortunate to have the Musicians with us again!…
Clubs & Classes, April 2026
The Stained Glass Club’s March Shenanigans
Julie White March was a lively month for the Stained Glass Club, with eight enthusiastic members diving into a Shamrock Suncatcher class. Over the course of two days, participants engaged in a hands-on experience where they cut, ground, washed, foiled, soldered, and patina’d their way to creating stunning, light-catching shamrocks. The atmosphere was filled with…
Clubs & Classes, April 2026
Featured Fused Glass Member: Dawn Oaks
Doris Betuel Meet Dawn Oaks, fused glass member and glass artist. Dawn joined the Fused Glass Club in 2022 and her positive spirit and desire to learn has been a wonderful addition to the club. She has helped in the beginner class instruction and presented at our follow-up classes. In 2024, she was recognized for…
March 2026, Clubs & Classes
Stained Glass Club Grows
Julie White We had great attendance at the Creative Arts Center’s open house in January, with many residents stopping by our studio to admire the art on display and ask many questions. Over a dozen visitors signed up for further information, and most have since participated in an orientation class. Under the guidance of Sandi…
March 2026, Clubs & Classes
Spring Is in the Air! Fused Glass Garden Art
Doris Betuel Ready to create a unique addition to your landscaping? It is time to start thinking about spring! Garden stakes of all types help to give your garden a little pop of color or whimsical flair. Check out the stakes, totems, and other additions to a garden created by our members last year. How…
Clubs & Classes, March 2026
The Gourd Club Wants You!
Doris Betuel The Robson Ranch community has an amazing array of crafting opportunities from pottery, fine arts, wood crafting, sewing, and glass clubs, but did you know there is also a gourd club? Yes, a club devoted to furthering the unique art of gourd art. In late January, the Robson Ranch Gourd Club conducted a…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
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…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
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,…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
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…