This year the Red Mountain Ranch Social Club is celebrating its 20th year!
Because of the many past and present members dedicating their time and talents, the RMRSC is thriving. In the spring of 2004, a small group of residents in Red Mountain Ranch decided to start a social club as a wonderful way to have fun and meet the neighbors. Char Underwood started the ball rolling by volunteering to be the first president of the new club.
Friends invited friends to join the new organization and initially the club had about 30 members. The club was able to partner with the Red Mountain Ranch Country Club to hold meetings and other events in their conference and banquet rooms.
Besides general meetings, activities at that time included out-of-town trips to Douglas and Greer, local tours, fashion shows, and progressive dinners at members’ homes.
In 2005, the Social Club began sponsoring the Red Mountain Ranch annual garage sale. This event serves to bring the community together and is our annual fundraiser. RMRSC continues to organize the garage sale to this day, with over 100 families participating yearly.
Originally, general meetings were held twice a month throughout the year. In 2010, the schedule was changed to one general meeting a month, except in the summer. Now, RMRSC continues to have quality speakers and has more activities outside of the formal meeting venue.
Also, in 2010, the membership was opened to people living outside Red Mountain Ranch. Today, all surrounding communities are welcome.
RMRSC has grown in membership and activities over the years. Currently 151 active members who range in age from their thirties to their nineties enjoy the various activities. The activities include a book club and game nights to attendance at plays and concerts. There are monthly ladies’ luncheons and men’s breakfasts along with tours of museums, gardens, and historic places.
Popular events are the themed parties at members’ houses and the spring and holiday dinners held at the Red Mountain Ranch Country Club. New activities are added regularly.
Besides the social activities, RMRSC has given back to the community with the installation of five book exchange boxes, three concrete benches, one Trex Bench, two concrete trash receptacles, festive lights at the RMRCC entrance, a bulletin board at the RMRCC entrance, as well as opportunities for members to volunteer at local events.
he 20th Year Spring Party is on Thursday, April 11 at the Red Mountain Ranch Country Club. This celebration will include dinner, live music, and entertainment for attendees to enjoy.
For a list of upcoming activities or if you would like to become a RMRSC member, please visit our website at rmrsc.com