Jan Norton Membership at Kiwanis at Robson Ranch is restricted to Robson Ranch residents. We donate thousands of dollars and many more volunteer hours to providing scholarships, tutoring, caring for the sick, building ramps for the handicapped, making dolls for the infirmed, and so much more. We need more strong backs and loving arms and…
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Clubs & Classes, September 2019
Kiwanis shared a little history with fire station 514
Jan Norton Bob Swanbeck met with Chief Hohenberger of the Argyle Fire District at the new fire station 514 in Northlake. The new station has an agreement with the Denton Fire Department to co-serve Robson Ranch and improve our insurance fire rating. Kathy Perry donated an antique hand held extinguisher, and a container of ‘fire grenades’…
Clubs & Classes, September 2019
Kiwanis supports Denton ISD
Jan Norton You like kids and would like to help them, but you really don’t have much time, and you would have no idea where to start? Do we have an opportunity for you! Meet Courtney Martin, Community Engagement Specialist for Denton Independent School District (DISD). You pick the one hour a week when you…
Clubs & Classes, September 2019
Why Kiwanis?
Jan Norton This is the second in a series of interviews (actually, Milt wrote this one himself!) with Robson Ranch Kiwanis members. Read to learn more about us and then join us so that we can continue to grow and serve those in need. Meet Milt Glenn. Unfortunately, I became a Kiwanian after retirement. My…
Clubs & Classes, September 2019
Why Kiwanis?
Jan Norton This is the first in a series of interviews with Robson Ranch Kiwanis members. Read to learn more about us and then join us so that we can continue to grow and serve those in need. Jim Galbraith: Jim sees Kiwanis as “an international force of world peace.” Kiwanians serve 90+ different countries, representing various…
Clubs & Classes, August 2019
Kiwanis K-Kids—Little people making big differences
Vicki Baker Kids can change the world. All they need is a little inspiration – inspiration found through K-Kids, a student-led service club centered in elementary school providing members opportunities to perform community service, build character and develop leadership skills. The Ebers Park Elementary School K-Kids program is chartered in partnership with the Robson Ranch…
Clubs & Classes, August 2019
Kiwanis Club hot dog picnic – An American tradition
Vicki Baker The claims over the origins of the hotdog are multiple and varied, but one thing is for certain – nothing is more American than eating a grilled hotdog on the Fourth of July. And who better to serve up one of summer’s favorite foods than the Kiwanis Club Robson Ranch. KCRR held its…
Clubs and Classes, July 2019
One man’s junk is another man’s fundraiser
Vicki Baker It’s an American classic – the ever-popular garage sale. Sharing your household excess with others while making a pocketful of change is a tradition that’s been around for as long as people have been collecting clutter. As spring arrives at Robson Ranch, there’s no better way to start fresh than by cleaning out…
Clubs and Classes, July 2019
Nominations for Kiwanians Citizen of the Year
Vicki Baker People helping people, one person at a time, is a value held by all Kiwanians. The Kiwanis Club of Robson Ranch recognizes there are many hard-working, caring residents at the Ranch who are not Kiwanians. Each year, the club honors one of these residents, highlighting their community accomplishments inside and outside the…
Generals, July 2019
Kiwanis Club delivers Source Books™
Vicki Baker The directory assistance operator and telephone book were once the bedrock for telephone numbers and addresses of family, friends and neighbors. But with the changing times, these became obsolete and fell by the wayside. But at Robson Ranch, the Source Book has stood the test of time and continues to serve its residents…