R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly As we step into a new year, it’s crucial for older adults to remain vigilant against the ever-evolving landscape of scams that persistently target unsuspecting individuals. While some scams may take on new disguises, others linger with familiar tactics. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how older adults can identify…
January 2024, Clubs & Classes
Kitt Peak Welcomes the Ranchers
Pat Sand The Roving Ranchers had a nice trip to Kitt Peak on Dec. 6. The observatory on the Tohono O’odham Nation land was founded in 1958. It’s located 54 miles southwest of Tucson at an altitude of about 7,000 feet. The Ranchers had three private tours to choose from: the Nicholas U. Mayall 4-meter telescope, the…
Religion, January 2024
Only Jesus
Pastor Larry Sundin, Rock Springs Church Often when someone who doesn’t know much about Rock Springs Church asks me what we’re all about, my favorite answer is to simply say that we’re a church that’s all about Jesus, making disciples of Jesus, and the Word of God. Often people ask me why Jesus is such a…
Generals, January 2024
Theater at the Ranch Rides Again in February!
Deborah Dorman, Producer and Director The stagecoach is roaring into Eloy with some great entertainment for all, The Big Guns or Whose Lily Is She? by Andrew J. and Duke Fenady, a two-act radio show about the Old West, a comedy with live music and sound effects, presented as a 1950’s radio show, Feb. 2 through 5, at…
December 2023, Front Page
It’s Time to Head “Home for the Holidays!”
Marsha Oliver The Robson Ranch Singers are ready for their holiday concert on Dec. 12 and 13 in the Hermosa Ballroom at 7 p.m. The doors and the bar will open at 6 p.m. The theme is “Home for the Holidays.” The fireside photo with quote is one definition of “Home for the Holidays.” What does “Home for the Holidays”…
December 2023, Front Page
Hello, Holidays! Festive Gourd Club Creations
Doris Betuel Here in the Gourd Club, it’s been raining snowmen and other fun holiday items. Check out the many seasonal items that have been created recently to bring on the holidays! is located in Studio 3 at the Creative Arts Center and enjoys an active and creative membership. We are open four days a…
December 2023
The Halloween Parade!
Pat Sand The Roving Ranchers’ Halloween golf cart parade on Oct. 31 was a haunting success. About 50 decorated carts began to line up at the softball field parking lot at 3:30 p.m. The multitude of costumes and carts really showcased how talented and creative Robson Ranch residents are. Decorated carts included the “Pope-mobile,” a pirate ship,…
December 2023
Paper Crafting Club Member Profile: Kathy Gerritsen
Jaine Toth The Creative Arts Center Open House always brings newcomers touring through the various studios to see what is offered and what draws their interest. Kathy Gerritsen, a winter resident from Calgary, Canada, was one of the visitors last January. Kathy isn’t exactly a newcomer. “We built our house 13 years ago, but have rented…
December 2023, Generals
Halloween Spooktacular Dance Highlights
Patricia Weston, Activities Coordinator at Robson Ranch Robson Ranch hosted its 1st Annual Halloween Spooktacular Dance on Saturday, Oct. 28, and it was a spectacular success! DJ Rick Hall was the master of ceremonies for the evening, and he played an impressive variety of music for the residents to dance to—from Halloween-themed music to popular line…
Clubs & Classes, December 2023
Creating Landscapes with Clay
Doris Betuel Magnificent landscapes—they are all around us! Take photos, paint them on canvases, create beautiful fused glass pieces, and even carve them out of wood. Now, add sculpting our beautiful Southwest scenery out of clay. We recently had a class in doing just that. The class was offered to members of the Robson Ranch Ceramics…