Category: July 2017

Happy hymn time

Singers: Jacqueline Geist, Betty Silich, Karen Wesselmann, Gail Turman, Renee Carlson, Cathy Roop, Pat File, Anita Thedford, Karen Payne, Peggy Zilinsky, Ruth Klein, Genevieve Sewell, and Martha Crump

Sherry Zeise Hey, Trivia buffs! Do you know the first hymn written down? Can you name one of the three hymns that were the first published in English? Who was called “The Father of Hymnology”? See the end of the article. “English hymnody still speaks with a vibrant and vital voice. Hymns mean a great…

Wine Knots hosts a “Kiwi” evening

Bill and Theresa Peoples toast “kia ora,” be well and healthy!

Theresa Peoples Having recently toured Australia and New Zealand in April and May, Bill and Theresa Peoples hosted a “Kiwi” evening for the “Wine Knots” wine group on June 16. They introduced the group to some delightful wines from the Organic Gibbston Valley Winery, which is outside of Queenstown, New Zealand and was visited by…

Rock N Roll Martini Group pool party

Dave Parker The House Band (host) for the June meeting of the Rock and Roll Martini Group was Monica and Allen Bishop. The Bishops have an outdoor pool in their back yard so the Rockers (members) were prepared for some pool time with temperatures in the 90s. The House Band gets to pick the music/artist…

Pickleball Academies

April Pickleball Academy graduates

Larry Nortunen, RRDPC Academy The Robson Ranch Denton Pickleball Club continues to train new members during the recently completed April and May Pickleball Academies. Twenty-one students, new to pickleball and mostly new to Robson Ranch, completed the training consisting of four evening sessions. Academy Instructors led sessions covering pickleball rules, scoring, basic strokes, game strategy…

Designing With Carol: Home Sweet Home

Check Freshome for decorating ideas

Carol Collins, Carol’s Custom Draperies Do you ever ask yourself, “How can I get the inspiration to take my interiors from boring to beautiful?” As you know I like to suggest that you start your inspirational journey by perusing the many design websites at your fingertips. Pinterest is chock full of so many different styles,…

OLLI at UNT

OLLI at UNT is a lifelong learning program with classes, events and trips designed by and for adults 50 and better. We are a vibrant community of curious minds, adventurous hearts and welcoming members. Classes are taught by distinguished university professors and area professionals. Join us for life’s next adventure. Classes are steps away from your…

Meet the new Republican Club officers

The new officers of the RR Republican Club

Rebecca Bafford Newly-elected president of the Republican Club is Russ Bafford, born and raised in Illinois. He received a BS in mining engineering from the University of Missouri/Rolla and a BS in civil engineering from the University of Illinois. He was chief engineer for several coal mines in Illinois, worked for Alcoa in Surinam, South…

RRMGA Member/Guest invitational

The 14th annual RRMGA Member/Guest Invitational Tournament will be held on September 8 and 9, 2017 at the Wildhorse Golf Club, Robson Ranch, Texas. This tournament is the premier RR Men’s Golf Association event for its members and their guests. Tournament and event details along with tournament registration instructions may be found on the RRMGA.com…

Residents tour golf course

Steve Shepard, Chairman Golf and Green Committee The HOA Golf and Greens Committee invited residents to tour the golf course on May 1, and approximately 200 people came. Residents used their golf carts or ones used by the Pro Shop for outside golfers. While the scene may have seemed chaotic at times, members of the…