Category: Features

Interesting new reads at the Robson Ranch Library

Elaine Kushmaul, retired librarian We continue to be supported by donations to the library from our reading residents. Here is a sampling of books acquired over the last month. Which one is your “good read?” We lean toward Mystery/Suspense, but there is also a new Stephen King thriller, a story of a street in Ireland…

Dollars and Sense

A Challenge for the Times – Money and Memory Issues Derrick Kinney The increasing prevalence of dementia diagnoses such as Alzheimer’s disease is affecting more families in America. Family members must confront a wide range of issues, from determining when someone is no longer capable of driving, to identifying suitable caregiving options to managing financial…

Designing With Carol

Carol Collins, WFCP, Expert Window Coverings Association of American recently posted, “Most consumers don’t know the benefits that eco-friendly window treatments can introduce to your home. In addition to beautiful design, window treatments that aim for reduced energy consumption can also lead to greater savings. “Without energy-efficient treatments, as much as 50 percent of heating…

Residents attend NFL Hall of Fame Induction event

Andre Reed, Buffalo Bills; Maureen; Aeneas Wiliams, AZ Cardinals; Ron and John Randle, MN Vikings

Maureen Lehrer Ron and Maureen Lehrer of Callaway Court recently attended the NFL Hall of Fame (HOF) induction of the “Class of 2015” in Canton, OH who received their gold jackets and their bronze busts, which are now placed in the HOF. Ron and Maureen are originally from Minnesota, and Ron has been a Viking…

Round Robbie

The Yukon sign with Robbie

Brick order forms and a guidance document for the Tribute Book are available on the shelf below the Tribute Book in the clubhouse. It is located near the side entrance closest to the Veterans Park. You can also update the Tribute Book text or add a new photo of a veteran honored on a brick…

In Passing

Lillian M. Mountain May 11, 1932 – June 29, 2015 Lillian Mountain passed away peacefully the morning of June 29, 2015 at the Edward James Retirement Home is Escondido, CA from complications due to stroke. She was born in Elizabeth, NJ and lived in North Jersey before settling on Long Beach Island, NJ. In 1987…

Judie Smothers wins “Pride of Denton” Award

Jan Marx The Visual Arts Society of Texas, Denton Chapter, 26th annual Members Exhibition ran from August 12 through 22. The exhibition is juried, and prizes totaling $2,650 in cash and merchandise were awarded. Sixty-six members entered at least one work of art each. This year Denton Mayor Chris Watts judged the Pride of Denton…