Bob Marchese Appropriately for the 250th celebration of our nation this month, the PebbleCreek Italian American Club‘s monthly meeting recognized some Italian-Americans who contributed to American history and the founding of our nation. Members were fascinated to hear of contributions so significant and little known. History is full of all nationalities’ contributions to world betterment,…
Dana Thomas The PebbleCreek Hiking Club (see pchikers.org) gets out early (5:30 or 6 a.m.) during the summer months to avoid the heat. We also carry extra water and electrolytes and do shorter local hikes to avoid long drive times that put us on the trail later. Safety is our priority. Hikers pictured here in…
We are proud to acknowledge our fellow PebbleCreek community member, Judge John A. Jelderks, on receiving the Lifetime Service Award from the U.S. District Court of Oregon Historical Society. At just 33 years old, John was appointed Circuit Judge for Oregon’s 7th Judicial District—a remarkable achievement—and has served on the bench ever since. He later…
Amber Rivera Grab your visors, sunscreen, and favorite beach cover-up because the PebbleCreek Ladies Golf Association (PCLGA) is turning up the heat for this year’s Summer Sizzler on Tuesday, Aug. 4! Hosted on the Tuscany Falls East Course, this summer celebration promises plenty of golf, laughter, and poolside fun for all who play. Co-chaired by Andrea…
Fred Dresser and Scott Flynn The PebbleCreek Men’s 50’s softball team took their talents to Prescott in early May to compete against some of the best teams in Arizona. Last year was the first time they played in Prescott and it didn’t go well for them, as evidenced by their record of one win and…
Sonia Lunardi The challenge is complete—and the results speak for themselves. The 2026 Strictly Strength Class Challenge wrapped up a highly successful 12-week overload program built on progressive split training. Each workout was intentionally designed to build upon the last, with a strategic focus on targeting specific muscle groups to maximize both strength and muscle…
Debbie Kiefiuk and Dennis Poppe Just like football, baseball, hockey, and basketball, pickleball thrives on teamwork. This rapidly growing sport continues to bring communities together through Fun, Fitness, and Friendships. At PebbleCreek, getting into the action is easy: join the club, grab a paddle, sign up through CourtReserve (www.pcpickleball.org), and experience the excitement of team…
Jen Chase April Fool’s Day brought out the fun (and the funny!) at Putters Club as organizers created a series of creative and challenging “goofy golf” holes. Members showed up in their best mismatched outfits and took on some wild putting twists—like using a driver instead of a putter, putting with pickleballs and tennis balls, navigating around…
Barbara Camozzi The PebbleCreek Tennis Club held a fun social for St. Patty’s Day on March 15. The day was filled with great tennis, food from our tennis members, raffle winners, and a bit of luck of the Irish! Sheri Wallace managed the raffle with three lucky winners, and she managed the tennis competition. The players…
Ruth Bindler In addition to about 10 hikes weekly, the PebbleCreek Hikers plan some interesting special outings. One of these events occurred recently to mark International Women’s Day. Jo Clipperton offered her home for the women hiking club members to celebrate the global celebration of women’s social, economic, cultural, and political achievements, as well as…