Cherie Bates Every year the Robson Ranch Material Girls (RRMG) donate quilts to residents and various community organizations that benefit from our club members’ efforts and incredible talent. In 2023, RRMG donated 91 beautifully handmade quilts. Robson Ranch residents received 37 of those quilts. These were given to people who have serious, life-threatening illnesses or…
February 2024, Clubs & Classes
Gourd Club Member of the Month: Kim Conklin
Doris Betuel The Robson Ranch Gourd Club is pleased to feature new member and gourd enthusiast, Kim Conklin. Married for 41 years, Kim and her husband, Joe, and their 9-year-old dog, Duckie, relocated from Snohomish, Wash., to Robson Ranch in March 2023. Always a crafter, she enjoyed painting, crocheting, quilting, woodworking, and repurposing/integrating these media. When…
February 2024, Clubs & Classes
Robson Ranch Dance Club New Board Members
Mary Jo Albrecht Mark your calendar! The next dance is on Feb. 21, with DJ Steve Whittier in the Hermosa Ballroom. Robson Ranch Dance Club elected three new board members on Dec. 18. Jim Parkin is the new vice president; Bonnie Carnagey is secretary, and Michael Sandoval is member at large. Jim Parkin is no stranger to the…
February 2024, Religion
Jesus, Our Creator
Pastor Frank DeFusco In speaking of Jesus, the Apostle John, inspired by the Holy Spirit, wrote, “All things were made by him; and without him was not anything made that was made.” (John 1:3) This statement is echoed by and elaborated on by Paul in Colossians 1:16-17. Then, if everything was made by Jesus, he…
February 2024, Religion
Love Leads to Knowing
Pastor Ron Hunt Beloved, let us love one another: for love is from God; and every one that loves is born of God, and knows God. 1 John 1:7 God is known in many ways. We know God most by the “Way of the Heart” according to the great spiritual teachers in various traditions. This is especially true of the Christian spiritual path.…
February 2024, Religion
An Invitation to a Journey
Pastor Larry Sundin, Rock Springs Church Have you ever been invited to go on an adventure? I was with my 2-year-old grandson recently and we were heading back from the playground where they live, when he said to me, “I want to go on an adventure.” So, we turned left, and I followed him on…
February 2024, Features
Building a Strong Foundation
Kathy Sinnott A 24-foot obelisk will grace the southern Arizona skyline this year, offering new views of the Oro Valley horizon. The Arizona Heroes Memorial is on target to finish construction by late spring and will offer a plethora of activities for tourists and residents alike! Its scenic setting and landscaping will only be enhanced by…
February 2024, Features
News from the Sky: Phoenix Sky Harbor Soaring as a Pillar of the Community
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is the front door to Arizona with an average of more than 130,000 travelers coming through the airport on any given day. In addition to serving passengers near and far who travel through America’s Friendliest Airport®, Phoenix Sky Harbor takes pride in being a pillar for the community in the…
February 2024, Features
Essential Oils and Memory
JoAnne Gaudioso Memory is the function of the brain that encodes, stores, and retrieves information. Whether you know it or not, you owe everything you do in life to memory-it enables you to speak, walk, develop relationships, and more. Essential oils like peppermint, rosemary and frankincense help support mental clarity and alertness. Tips for Finding…
February 2024, Features
Navigating Love Safely: Protecting Your Heart and Finances from Online Scams
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly As Valentine’s Day approaches, the search for companionship often leads many people to explore online dating services or social media groups. However, during the search, it’s crucial to be aware of romance scams that can exploit the genuine desire for connection as you age. Here’s a guide tailored to…