SOT Events Committee Good Day Robson Ranch Residents, Support Our Troops—AZ (SOT) will be having an event on Friday, Nov. 7, starting at 6 p.m. in the Hermosa Ballroom to honor our veterans. We welcome everyone to show support to our veterans and military families. You do not need to be a veteran to attend.…
September 2025, Front Page
Fine Arts Guild Going Strong All Summer
Terry Helmstetter We are having fun in the Fine Arts Guild room during the warm days of summer. It is cool and creative in that room, with lots of good people getting out of the 100-plus temperatures. We have many sessions with very fun results. Acrylic painters are active Monday afternoon and independently working during…
September 2025, Front Page
Robson Ranch Dance Club Announces Fall Dances
The Time Bandits will start the season for the Robson Ranch Dance Club (RRDC) on Oct. 22, followed by Jerry Duruz on Nov. 12 and the Robson Musicians on Dec. 17. All of these groups play a variety of good dancing music. Enjoy an evening of dancing and visiting with friends. All dances will be…
September 2025, Features
Savor Retirement: The Real Secrets to Savoring Retirement
Tim Malone Savoring retirement isn’t just about having enough money—it’s about embracing a new chapter with intention, joy, and purpose. A happy retirement isn’t just about having enough money—it’s about savoring life, staying engaged, and finding joy in everyday moments. “Retirement is not the end of the road. It is the beginning of the open…
September 2025, Sports
Play Your Best Pool: What Holds Players from Reaching Their Full Potential
Johnny Henson, Professor Pool Why are many of the top 100 professional players in the world ranked there year after year, while many other great players never achieve that upper level of success? It is the same reason why most of the top amateur league and tournament players are ranked at the top year after…
September 2025, Sports
Relishing Pickleball: The ESPY Awards Recognize Pickleball!
David Zapatka The ESPY Awards, or Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly Awards, are an annual American awards show produced by ESPN that recognizes individual and team athletic achievements and other sports-related performances. The awards are presented for achievements during the calendar year preceding the ceremony. Has pickleball ever been recognized in the ESPY Awards ceremony?…
September 2025, Clubs & Classes
Gourd Creatures!
Doris Betuel Would you like to try your hand at painting on a unique surface? Dried gourds offer a fantastic medium on which to paint southwest patterns or designs that look great in your home. Animals, such as wolves, horses, and quail are also quite popular to paint onto our gourds. Some members have taken…
September 2025, Clubs & Classes
What’s Happening at the Woodshop
Mike Consentino, President Gary Keller took segmented bowls to the next level and created this gorgeously designed bowl. After seeing the design on the internet, Gary took about 6 weeks to finish the bowl. There are about 500 individual pieces that went into the intricate bowl design. Quite a few hours went into the turning…
September 2025, Clubs & Classes
Fun with Wire (and Glass!)
Doris Betuel The Robson Ranch Fused Glass Club recently had a class on melting glass with high temperature wire to make some standing or hanging art pieces! Led by expert club instructors Donna Toller and Connie Drew, 10 members were able to learn how to fuse glass with wire to create some fanciful free standing…
September 2025, Clubs & Classes
Stained Glass Club Member Spotlight: Jean DeChristopher
Julie White The Robson Ranch Stained Glass Club has flourished over the years, bringing together a community of passionate artists and enthusiasts. Among its talented members is Jean DeChristopher, a dedicated stained glass artist who has been shaping the club’s spirit since its early days. Jean has lived in this vibrant community for 16 years…