Tamara Weaver Once upon a time in a cozy 55+ resort ranch community lived some incredibly adorable pets and their equally amazing owners. For many, the pitter patter of their once little children has passed; so, they now spend their days pampering their loyal little four-legged furry family members. There’s a special magic that exists…
Pat Sand The Roving Ranchers had their first golf cart poker run on Feb. 18. Twenty golf carts with two people per cart participated, and five homes hosted the participants. Each participant paid a $10 entry fee. The group met at Gerard and Carolyn Wittman’s home to register and pick their first card for their…
Pat Sand I admit, I am not a morning person. I don’t like to schedule anything before 10 a.m. I am an anomaly at Robson Ranch where most residents are up before dawn taking walks, going to fitness classes, or playing pickleball before I am even out of bed. I prefer to wake up, drink…
Joe Murauskis Robson Ranch Pickleball Club held their in-house pickleball tournament on Feb. 26 and 27. Other than a couple rain delays, the tournament proceeded as planned. It concluded with a pizza party and Jerry Duruz providing musical entertainment at the courts. Please be sure to congratulate all the medal winners. A special thank you…
Marsha Oliver The Robson Ranch Singers entered the Hermosa Ballroom to the “Olympic Theme” as they celebrated this summer’s Olympic Games in Paris with concerts on March 19 and 20. Lisa Hunt, former director of the Singers, carried the torch and placed it on the stage to strains of “Chariots of Fire.” The Singers then…
Kathy Sinnott As a Board Member of the Arizona Heroes Memorial, I also work at The Cottage of Immaculate Heart. The Cottage is a unique thrift shop in Oro Valley—a definite “one–of–a–kind” experience. So, what does this fact have to do with the Memorial? I often encounter patrons who visit The Cottage and quickly return…
Mike Weinberger The Robson Ranch Cigar Meetup has rapidly become the pinnacle monthly gathering for those who revel in the richness of premium cigars and the warmth of new friendships. Since its inception in July 2023, this event has not just united neighbors but has also kindled deep conversations, lasting friendships, and a profound communal…
David Zapatka Would you like to neutralize the hard shots being hit in your direction? Consider a blocking strategy. Blocking a shot properly requires technique, positioning, timing and strategy. Follow this advice to improve your blocking skills: * Stand with your knees bent and feet shoulder-width apart. The lower you can get down, the better.…
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Doris Betuel There are many skills and methods involved in making pottery pots, bowls, plates, and figurines. Using horse hair is one unique method when creating pottery. Native American horse hair pottery was made famous by the Navajo Indians and is a traditional style of pottery that is unique and very popular in the four corners area…