Doris Betuel The Robson Ranch Gourd Club creates art from gourds. We make beautiful bowls and vases, but did you know you can make many other fun and creative things from the lowly gourd? Gourds come in all types of sizes and shapes and, hence, we can make lots of atypical items from them. Our…
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Front Page, September 2020
A Little Bit Country and a Little Bit Rock ‘N’ Roll
Paul Gayer Boot Scootin’ Boogie and Electric Slide are dances most, if not all of us, know or have seen at weddings or dance parties. Did you know that line dancing is so much more than that? Today’s line dancing is not your mother’s line dancing! The Line Dancing Club recently organized as a chartered…
Front Page, August 2020
Playing by the Rules
Larry Sundin The COVID-19 pandemic has been quite a challenge for all of us as we’ve been learning to adhere to a whole new set of rules for doing life together. Some of the rules, like social distancing, have limited our ability to interact with friends and family. Other rules have made it impossible for us…
Front Page, August 2020
Donna Duran Is Pottery/Ceramics Club Featured Artist for August
Carol Breen, Pottery/Ceramics Club Reporter Donna, along with her husband Jim, moved to Robson Ranch from Colorado in 2014. Donna was very involved with dancing in Colorado as a certified Zumba instructor, and also as a competitive country dancer. Once Donna was settled in her new home, she wasted no time finding an opportunity to…
Front Page, July 2020
Message From the General Manager
Melani Caron, General Manager Few events in life are more exciting than buying a home. We’re glad you’ve chosen us! You are now a member of the Robson Ranch CG Homeowners Association, and for those who purchased a Villa, you are a member of the Unit 19 or Unit 20 Carefree Villa Association. We’re proud…
Front Page, July 2020
Spirit of the Stained Glass Artist
Cynthia Melito The Spirit of the Stained Glass Artist cannot be broken, especially by the COVID-19 virus. We patiently waited until it was safe to re-open the studio, and on Tuesday, May 19, the creativity was once again flowing. Although we had safety procedures in place, members had the opportunity to finish up projects that…
Front Page, July 2020
Paper Crafting Six Feet Apart
Pam Costner The Papercrafters were so happy to have the Creative Arts Center back, available to let their creative juices flow and have the ability to be socially safe. Thursdays from 12:30 to 5 p.m. is the scheduled open work time for the Papercrafters. With the summer heat, it is a great way to stay…
Front Page, June 2020
Fine Arts Guild Paints for Charity
Nancy Friedman The Fine Arts Guild of Robson Ranch challenged their 54 members to paint COVID-19 Memorial paintings for charity in a Jackson Pollock style, while social distancing. Nancy Friedman started a daily email sketchbook challenge to members on March 15, when all indoor venues were closed in Robson Ranch which included the Fine Arts…
Front Page, June 2020
Message of Hope
Rebecca McKinney Neighbors have been waking up to messages of hope and peace throughout the neighborhood. Ladybugs and bees appear out of nowhere. These beautiful painted rocks are mysteriously showing up randomly on people’s yards, common areas, and paths, bringing a needed smile to anyone that walks by and sees them. Neighborly love is in…
Front Page, May 2020
Groceries To Go Program
At Robson Ranch Arizona, one of their goals is to provide residents with incredible service and care—and that sometimes means being adaptable during unforeseen circumstances. Due to recent changes and restrictions with Covid-19, and keeping this goal in mind, the need to help residents access the food items they need, while staying safe during this…