The Women’s Club proudly presented a check to the Denton Community Food Center in the amount of $1,060 from the proceeds of the Holiday Home Tour Wine Pulls. The Holiday Home Tour Wine Pulls were a resounding success. Many attendees requested more Wine Pulls in future events! The generous contributions from the Wine Pull sponsors:…
Lorraine Wilson, Secretary In a display of community spirit and generosity, members of Kiln Krafters, Happy Potters, and Sassy Stampers came together to spread joy at the Justin Community Food Pantry’s Thanksgiving giveaway. On Nov. 14 these groups combined their artistic talents and dedication to craft over 100 ceramic items, accompanied by an impressive 160…
Joan Muyskens Pursley As you may know, our library is staffed by resident volunteers. Most work a two-hour shift every week, although there are about a dozen who cannot commit to a regular schedule, so they serve as substitutes on days the weekly volunteers have a scheduling conflict, such as a vacation or medical appointment.…
Eileen Pierson I again need supplies to continue making dog beds for local shelter Apollo Support & Rescue in Justin. It’s a no-kill shelter and only gets money from grants, donations, etc., not from any surrounding township like Denton does, so please help. All shelters are past capacity, with rising inflation and people simply dumping…
Looking for a volunteer gig? Want to give back to your Denton community? Located in Denton off the 288 Loop (easy drive) you will find many of your Robson neighbors already hard at work there. The Denton Community Food Center is in need of more volunteers. We currently have opportunities on either Monday or Wednesday…
Joan Muyskens Pursley This third article on our library volunteers introduces you to Wednesday’s workers. They are: Rosemary Simecek and Nancy Tarpley (there from 9 to 11 a.m.); Carol Foley and Diane van Naerssen (11 a.m. to 1 p.m.); Barb Alvey and Frannie Howard (1 to 3 p.m.); and Doris Koenig (3 to 5 p.m.)…
Commissioner Dianne Edmondson Thank you to the dozens of Robson Ranch residents who volunteered to help with the wildly successful COVID-19 vaccination clinics at Texas Motor Speedway (TMS). As a part of our Denton County Medical Reserve Corps, you all checked people in, directed traffic, helped with paperwork, observed recipients for possible side effects, helped…
Vicki Baker It’s that time of year! The “miracle” of Christmas is repeated over and over again through the joy of caring and sharing. The traditional Salvation Army Red Kettle is an integral part of the holiday scene with millions of dollars donated each year to aid needy families, seniors and the homeless. Kiwanis Club…
Research volunteers needed! Do you have knee pain? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a four-month research study looking at effects of raspberries in improving joint function and reducing pain associated with knee osteoarthritis. If you are between 45-79 years old and otherwise healthy and mobile you may qualify. Participants will consume…
Susan Parker The mentors at Borman Elementary started the school year on September 13. The mentors will be reuniting with the students they mentored last year. Continuing with the child builds a life-long relationship. The mentors meet with their student for one hour each week. You do not need to be a former teacher, just…