Stan Brein Sometimes your best plans are undermined by the weather. Such was the case on November 19. We intended to take an extended lunch ride to go to Five Boys Ranch restaurant in Bridgeport. However, the colder temperatures encouraged us to stay a bit closer to home. So, Martin Munoz, Mike Conley, Jim Sico,…
Category: December 2018
Features, December 2018
Welcome New Neighbors
Robson Ranch welcomes the following new homeowners to the Ranch: Laurel Athouse, Timothy Baris, Honee Berlin, Joan Biermann, Lawrence & Linda Borders, Joan Bowen, Mildred Chapman, Michael & Cora Cima, Charles Dobson, James & Evelyn Elliott, Jesse & Suzanne Hill, Noble & Gloria Holbert, Phillips & Barbara Hull III, William & Brenda Jones, Milton &…
Features, December 2018
80 Robson dancers helped blow out the candles
Nancy Toppan A milestone had been on hold for 80 years until Nancy and Pete Toppan hosted a very special birthday party for Henry Evans who turned 80 years young this year. Henry has been the social dance instructor at Robson Ranch for over 12 years. This birthday bash designed by the dance committee was…
Features, December 2018
Jerry Geyman – 2018 inductee into the Texas Tennis Hall of Fame
Jerry D. Geyman (born 1941) has dedicated much of his life to the development of tennis in Texas. As a player, Geyman played in and won a number of both professional and amateur tennis events. In 1966, he became the first tennis professional at the newly built Garland Tennis Center in Garland, Texas. He built…
Features, December 2018
In Passing
Joanne Whiddon Heins Joanne Whiddon Heins was born in Houston, Texas on January 11, 1945 along with twin sister, Jeanne to parents Rufus and Annie Lou Whiddon. Carol, older sister by three years and younger sister, Sharon, who was born three years later completed the Whiddon clan. Joanne attended Henderson Elementary, Jackson Jr. High and…
Front Page, December 2018
Robson Ranch explodes with holiday cheer
Nancy Toppan Many neighborhood residents in Robson Ranch are banning together, decorating the streets with holiday cheer. Did you know that residents who display seasonal decorations as a group, have been found to feel more attached to their neighborhood and more involved with their neighbors? They are also, perceived as friendlier and more socially…
Generals, December 2018
Seeking research participants
Melissa Poindexter Research volunteers needed! Do you have knee pain? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a four-month research study looking at effects of raspberries in improving joint function and reducing pain associated with knee osteoarthritis. If you are between 45-79 years old and otherwise healthy and mobile you may qualify. Participants…
Clubs & Classes, December 2018
The Robson Chamber Ensemble continues to expand
In addition to the larger Robson Chamber Ensemble (17 to 20 members) a new chamber ensemble has emerged and is called the Robson Wind Quartet. The main focus of this new quartet is to offer a more intimate performance venue for private parties, weddings, church services and similar social events in contrast to the larger…
Generals, December 2018
HOA Trivia Night
Shelbi Berg What a great night for some trivia! The sponsor of the event was Unlimited Care. Linda DeGraffenreid and Suzanna Baker came out and were entertained by the residents. They brought door prizes which consisted of gift baskets, luggage and delicious snacks for the players! They did an excellent job being the MC and…
Sports, December 2018
9MGA Tournament Club Championship
John Burkholder, Communications Director 9MGA Although delayed a week and shortened to a single day of 9-holes instead of the traditional two back-to-back 9-hole days, 9MGA’s 2018 Tournament Club Championship was enjoyably played on Monday, October 22, under partially cloudy skies, perfect golf temperatures and soft (for Texas) pleasant breezes. Four flights of competitively grouped…