Deborah Dorman While one might think an off-election year would be less active, it’s turning out to be quite the opposite for the Democratic Club of Robson Ranch (DCRR). Monthly meetings now provide speakers and more time for discussion of current events, and the social activities are almost in full swing. Monthly Bunco games are…
Jennifer Coppolo, Material Girls Hello, quilting friends! This month, we’re talking about two distinct styles of quilting: Modern vs. Traditional. Whether you’re a fan of the old traditional ways or you prefer the new modern methods, there’s a place for every stitch and every style under the quilting sun. Let’s begin with the traditional quilts…
We have a “Glazing Wizard” at the Ceramics and Pottery Club. Her name is Lisa Workman. She can tell you anything you want to know about how to glaze your latest project. And she did just that at a recent Advanced Glazing Class for club members. You can use a brush or a sponge to…
Jaine Toth Introduced to scrapbooking as a teenager in a 4H club, Dori Nelson found it her favorite of the various crafts they taught. “It was the easiest. It is small and compact, and you can finish a project in as little as an hour.” Dori kept up the scrapbooking and later, as an adult,…
Pat Sand What a week! The Roving Ranchers kicked off the new year with a spectacular Mexican cruise aboard Holland America’s Koningsdam from Jan. 4–11, and the fun started even before the ship set sail! Sixty-five Ranchers gathered in sunny San Diego on Jan. 3, with many staying at the Holiday Inn Express. That evening,…
Rev. Donna Vande Kieft Our culture doesn’t allow a lot of time or space for grieving our losses. Labels are not always helpful, but knowledge can be empowering. Grief wants to come out of the closet and be acknowledged. Grief visits everyone and demands response. Acute grief is intense when a death or loss has…