Category: Clubs & Classes

Voices United Members Talk with Our Hands

Vicki Baker On March 12, 1990, over 1,000 disability rights activists marched from the White House to the U.S. Capitol demanding passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which had stalled in Congress. To illustrate the barriers people with disabilities faced every day, over 60 activists cast aside their wheelchairs and crutches and began…

Ladies and Gentlemen: Let’s Get Steppin’!

Mary Ann Bane You read correctly—that’s Steppin’, as in Step Aerobics! Most of you will recall the ‘90s craze. Well, it’s back and offered here at the Ranch by our very own Pat Masters. Pat Masters greets every class with energy and contagious enthusiasm. Class starts promptly to the sound of upbeat music, and then…

Happy Tails Dog Club Hosts Canine Massage Expert

Lorraine Wilson At the July 13 meeting, the Happy Tails Dog Club welcomed Krista Doyle, owner of North Texas Canine Massage and Aquatics, along with her therapy-certified 12-year-old Australian Shepherd, Saber. Krista demonstrated canine massage techniques using Saber as her client. Krista, a licensed massage therapist for humans since 2001, discovered her passion for canine…

Rockin’ Reds Stay Cool in the July Heat

Celia Hall On July 9 a group of Rockin’ Reds and their families, including grandchildren on summer vacation, had an early lunch at Cheddar’s and then gathered at the UNT Sky Theater for a special show. The Texas sun blazed fiercely outside, but inside the theater, a refreshing coolness greeted them. The show, The Planets…

Technology Club Meeting

Steve Simpson The July meeting of the RR Technology Club was held on July 8 at the CATC in Room 104, starting at 7 p.m. Club President Steve Simpson presented on “Alternative Power for the Robson Homeowner.” Attendees heard more about the meeting agenda of Three Questions (Why Budget & Usability), Generac, Roof Solar Panels,…

Road Runner Travel Club News

Carolann Boykin Twenty-one of our friends and neighbors set out on June 20 for a 15-day Viking Cruise to explore the British Isles. This trip included two overnight stays in Bergen, Norway, and Greenwich, England. They discovered Scotland’s legendary Highlands and Edinburgh and so much more! Carol Barry had this to say about the trip:…

Dean Perkins—A ‘Reel’ Legend

Vicki Baker Endless, sleepless nights. Grueling hours of study. Stressful anticipation of the ultimate challenge. Who will succeed; who will fail? No, it wasn’t attending and completing dental school. Nor was it starting and maintaining a solo practice while supporting a family. We’re talking about decades of competing in multi-state bass fishing tournaments. That’s Dean…

Woodshop Prioritizes Safety with Advanced Table Saw Technology

Lorraine Wilson At the Robson Ranch Woodshop, safety isn’t just a guideline—it’s a priority. Recognizing the inherent dangers of woodworking tools, particularly table saws, the Woodshop has made significant investments to ensure the well-being of its members. With their precise, high-speed circular blades, table saws top the list of potential hazards, capable of inflicting severe…

Rock & Roll Martini Group Rocks Summer

Dave Parker With the temperature soaring, the house band (host) for the July meeting of the Rock & Roll Martini Group was Susan and Barry Joyce. It was a summer bash featuring a smorgasbord of food. Susan also rolled out some outstanding frozen berry desserts for the Rockers (members) and guests. Susan and Barry had…