Robin Brewton Nestled in our Robson Ranch community, the Music Club and Community Choir have become a beacon of artistic excellence and camaraderie. Under the inspired direction of Dr. Arturo Ortega and the masterful accompaniment of Paul Lees, the choir continues to captivate audiences with performances that blend technical precision with heartfelt emotion. Dr. Ortega,…
Category: August 2025
August 2025, Front Page
Kiln Krafters Are Fired Up!
Kim Klotzman Kiln Krafters, the lively Robson Ranch ceramics club, continues to fire up creativity in the community with recent hands-on workshops and an entertaining field trip. Members recently gathered for two well-attended classes designed to build skills and confidence among ceramic artists of all levels. A class focused on the delicate art of painting…
Clubs & Classes, August 2025
NxNW—Heat, Parades, and ‘Christmas in July’
Cherlyn Conway It’s common not to see your neighbors out much, with the dog days of summer upon us here at the Ranch. The exception could be on the streets of Osprey, Brant, Cinnamon, and Willet (known as the NxNW neighborhood). The heat doesn’t appear to stop this group. You still find neighbors attending monthly…
August 2025
Smooth Finish at the Woodshop
Lorraine Wilson Sanding is one of the final (and most important) steps in completing a woodworking project. At the woodshop inside the Creative Arts and Technology Center (CATC), Woodworkers members have access to a wide range of sanding equipment designed to give their projects a smooth, polished finish. Each sander serves a unique purpose, allowing…
August 2025, Clubs & Classes
Genealogy Club Members Dig Into Their Past and Their Future
David Randall It’s been a lively summer for the Robson Ranch Genealogy Club, with members engaging in programs that deepen their connection to family history. From expert speakers and hands-on Help Sessions to a special outing at the Dallas Public Library, the season has offered something for everyone, and there’s more ahead. In May, genetic…
August 2025, Clubs & Classes
Techniques Galore at Sassy Stampers
Deena Barber Technique: A particular method of doing an activity involving a skill On July 19, more than 30 members of Sassy Stampers arrived at the multipurpose room in the CATC building wondering what in the world Debbie and JoAnne had in store for them. Always organized, they had arrived early to set up tables…
August 2025, Clubs & Classes
Whimsical Passport Portraits
Sandi Price What a different kind of class. We met for an all-day class on how to create whimsical passport portraits. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. you could see fat quarters and fabric pieces flying about the room in our attempt to make “passport photos” that were, well, whimsical, to say the least. Sher…
August 2025, Clubs & Classes
Girls on Wheels Teamwork: Our Ultimate Superpower
Vicki Baker Teamwork involves people working together and combining their skills and perspectives to produce a result greater than what any single person could accomplish alone. Over the past decade, Girls on Wheels frequently stepped out of the box and faced a range of new experiences: rock climbing, indoor sky diving, horseback riding, electric go-cart…
August 2025, Clubs & Classes
Life’s Pathways Influence Ron Hale’s Artistic Creations
Rosie Bouse Ron Hale and his wife Nancy lived in many colorful places during his Navy career: Rhode Island, Virginia, South Carolina, Florida, Cuba, and Spain. After retiring from the Navy in 1990, where he served as a Chief Boatswain Mate, Hale’s interest in art accelerated. He had time to pursue a Bachelor of Fine…
August 2025, Religion
Seeds of Grace
Linda Buishas Do you ever feel as though you’re fishing from the wrong side of the boat? Are your nets coming up empty? It can be discouraging when, in spite of our efforts, there are no results of our labors. No matter how hard we try to accomplish our goals or find solutions to our…