When this past winter weather chilled you to the bone, only so many pairs of gloves, wool hats and knit scarves could warm the body. Pete and Nancy Toppan treated the Wine Stewards to a novel way to survive a frigid day – reach for a glass of “winter wine”. Toss the term “winter wine”…
Category: April 2019
Clubs & Classes, April 2019
Water aerobics classes at RR
Geri Powers Partaking in physical activity boosts the health of heart, lungs, muscles and mind. Although walking is one of the best activities for all ages, it can be painful on worn-out joints and may increase the risk of falls. A great alternative is water exercise. Water aerobics can help meet fitness goals by placing…
Generals, April 2019
Mark Your Calendar
April 21, 2019 Easter Brunch 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. $ – TBD; Reservations Only April 26, 2019 Becker Magic Night 7:00–9:00 p.m. $28 per person May 3, 2019 Robson Mariachi Spectacular Fiesta Night 5:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m. $45 per person; chips, queso, homemade salsa, ancho roasted chicken, mojo sauce, corn salsa, Spanish rice, Español vegetables, sopapillas with…
Generals, April 2019
Support Our Troops charity golf tournament April 26
Sam Goodrich The Fidelity Investments Support Our Troops charity golf tournament will take place on Friday, April 26 on the Wildhorse Golf Course at Robson Ranch. Any Robson Ranch resident interested in playing in the tournament can find entry information on the Support Our Troops website: supportourtroopstexas.com or can pick up an entry form in…
Clubs & Classes, April 2019
Democratic Club welcomes an education advocate
Vicki Baker Named one of the top five school boards in the state by the Texas Association of School Administrators, the Board of Trustees for the Denton Independent School District is comprised of seven members elected at large by all voters in the district. The RR Democratic Club had the privilege of hosting one of…
Clubs & Classes, April 2019
Using your memory bank
Jan Marx Write what you know. Know what you write. Following the advice of these two statements will keep a writer out of trouble with the “reading police” most of the time. So, what do you know? Poverty? War? Southern Indian customs? How to build a soap box racer? No? Then don’t write about any…
Features, April 2019
Two Robson Ranch couples meet for the first time 7000 miles from home
Rebecca Bafford When Robson Ranch residents Steve and Pam Courtney, who had built their new home a year and a half ago on American Way, and Russ and Rebecca Bafford, who had built theirs over three years ago on Crestview Drive, signed up for a ten-day trip to Israel along with 375 other travelers, they…
Clubs & Classes, April 2019
May the luck of the Irish be with you
Nancy Toppan St. Patrick’s Day, on March 17, remembers one of Ireland’s patron saints, St. Patrick. It largely celebrates Irish-American culture in the United States. Heard It Through The Grapevine celebrated St. Patrick’s Day at the home of Terry and Mike Gilberti. In carrying out the leprechaun folklore of little bearded men, wearing a coat…
Generals, April 2019
RRHOA Shredding and Recycling Day – May 18
The RRHOA Shredding and Recycle Day will be on Saturday, May 18, 2019, from 9:00–11:00 a.m. Shredding cost is $5 (cash) per bag or box and to have your computer hard drive or printers crushed is $5 each (cash). Magic Shred will take any paper documents that you need shredded but please remove paper from…
Features, April 2019
Designing With Carol
Abby McIntyre Happy April sweet friends! Up until now, we’ve been focused on the joyous holidays that rang in the new year and the colorful world around us. This month, we’re focusing on the many different materials you can use in your home to add that certain je ne sais quoi you’ve been searching for…