The Holiday Blues Abby McIntyre Coordinating family gatherings, getting the kids to and from their winter recitals, and finding time to search for that perfect little something for loved ones is enough to run anyone ragged at this time of the year. With everything else going on, it can seem like a daunting task to…
Category: December 2018
Features, December 2018
2 Your Health: What are you craving?
Tracy Cook Have you ever wondered why you crave a certain food or drink at certain times, like margaritas with chips and guacamole always so good or a dessert after dinner at your favorite restaurant? Ever crave curtain foods when you are happy, sad, stressed, or need comfort? There is a scientific reason behind these…
Generals, December 2018
Spooky Halloween party in the Blackwoods
The people that reside on Blackwood street are a friendly sort until you invite them to a spooky Halloween game night party! Efrain and Ruthie Santiago hosted our monthly game night and everyone jumped at a chance to dress up. Winners of best costumes included a gangster and his Moll plus a swashbuckling pirate. Among…
Sports, December 2018
Super Bag Bowl V Champions in Texas Toss
Dave Parker After a season of rain and other weather challenges, it was only fitting that Super Bag Bowl V was played on a cold and windy day. No matter the challenges, the 12 playoff teams took the field in playoff mode. The “Comish”, Steve Targonski, carefully supervised the playoffs and the distribution of the…
Clubs & Classes, December 2018
Baby Boomers gather
Dave Parker With Texas Toss and Bocce leagues finished for the season, the Baby Boomers experienced large numbers filling the Grill on the third Friday in November. The day was beautiful and the Boomers came to the Grill with excitement and stories of spending some quality time outdoors. The staff was on top of their…
Generals, December 2018
HOA presents UNT Mariachi Concert – February 5, 2019
HOA presents the UNT Mariachi Concert on Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Tickets are $5 per person. In 2003, Dr. Donna Emmanuel founded the first mariachi program at the University of North Texas, Mariachi Águilas. This has expanded into a highly developed form of community engagement that includes the…
Generals, December 2018
Cary Long Comedy Night February 8, 2019
Cary Long Comedy Night is coming Friday, February 8, 2019. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $28/person. Cary Long got his start in the comedy scene on the hit TV show Star Search with Ed McMahon. Since then he’s been seen on Evening at the Improv, and has made two appearances on the Tonight…
Clubs & Classes, December 2018
Potluck Club
The Robson Ranch Potluck Club has completed their final rotation for 2018 with wonderful gatherings for dinners with friends old and new. This Potluck Club is a wonderful way to meet new residents and make new friends. We meet four times a year for a meal rotation, plus one total club get together in June.…
Generals, December 2018
Peggy’s Poppy Petal Boutique party
Gayle Coe Have you ever wanted to go shopping for that special accessory while remaining at the Ranch? Peggy Crandell provided an opportunity to do just that in her home October 2. She invited guests to donate at least five items, clothes or accessories, to Peggy’s Poppy Petal Boutique. In turn, she hosted a fabulous…
Clubs & Classes, December 2018
Happy Potters visit Texas Clay Festival
Carolyn Detjen We always look forward to the fourth weekend in October! Gruene, Texas holds the opportunity for clay potters to meet and visit with artists and view and purchase their latest work. On the grounds of The Barn Pottery, the festival offers free demonstrations held in tents with seating for students and educators, professionals…