Category: August 2017

Baby Boomers fill the Grill

15Dave Parker The first Friday in July was a full house for the Robson Ranch Baby Boomers. A record number turned out on a hot July evening. Margaret O’Neill, Commander in Chief of the Boomers, designed and made custom baby boomer signs for each table to identify ground zero for the Boomers. She also introduced…

Music Club Calendar

Karaoke – August 18 Scaryoke – October 27 Veterans Day Concert – November 11 Christmas Concert – December 16 and 17 New Year’s Eve Party- December 31 March Karaoke – March 16 (tentative date) Spring Concert – April 21 and 22

Rock and Roll Martini Group

Dave Parker The house band (host) for the July meeting of the Rock and Roll Martini Group was Susan and Barry Joyce. With the summer well underway it was appropriate that the Beach Boys were chosen as the featured band. The Rockers (members) enjoyed three martinis/drinks carefully chosen to match the evening. Long Island Iced…

Fourth of July parade brings us together

Republican Club at Eisenhower birthplace

The ol’ fashioned 4th of July Parade is a tradition in the community when Robson Ranch salutes America’s birthday. That sense of tradition is what brought people out in 90+ degree heat to celebrate the American spirit with family, friends and neighbors. The RR Democratic Club marched along with an entertaining array of whimsical floats,…

Goumba June lunch

The Goumbas at Portofino’s

David Parker The Goumba group at Robson Ranch held its June meeting at Portofino’s in Krum. The Goumbas gather monthly to eat great quantities of Italian food and share friendship. Grand Goumba, Bob Tastle, called the lunch meeting to order. Assistant Grand Goumba, Jim Sico, held the chair at the other end of the table.…

The International Club is growing

Fred, Diane, Lenie and Ineka

The Robson Ranch International Club held its meeting at Scotts Landing Marina in Grapevine on Thursday, June 15, 20017. The meeting was arranged by Alfred Van Gool who has a sailboat docked at the Marina and Rupa Mathur. There were approximately a dozen people who attended the meeting. The weather was warm and the music…

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. Offered are 100+ classes, member…

Olympic Games are on the fore-front

Some sporting events occur every year: baseball/World Series, football/Super Bowl, the Indy 500, the Masters, and here at Robson the Olympic Games. The Living Well Senior Olympic Games features almost 20 sporting or wellness events. The multi-sport athletic competitions promote health, physical fitness and improved quality of life and are suitable for all ages and…

The Tribe holds its first luncheon

Dr. Carol Watson delivering her “Power of Enzymes” presentation

Shirley Waterhouse On Sunday, June 25, 30 members of the Tribe held their first luncheon at the Wildhorse Grill. Under the supervision of Rhett Hubbard, Jeremy Trietsch and the incredible culinary skills of Chef Aubrey Daniels, the afternoon was a resounding success! Chef Daniels spoke to the group and described both of his whole food…

Corks and Caps enjoy Amber beers in July

The Corks and Caps

Dave Parker The July meeting of the Corks and Caps featured amber beers from the home states of members. Nancy and Jimmy Burns hosted the get together. The host for the month gets to choose Corks (wine), Caps (beer) or a combination of both. The Burns decided to feature amber beers. Members also brought appetizers…