LifeLong Learning at PebbleCreek

LLL seeks teachers for coming season

Mary Gangl

Classes offered through LifeLong Learning in PebbleCreek are always interesting, thought provoking and fun, particularly when they’re taught by fellow PebbleCreek residents. Our classes are very popular, so popular that we often need to create a waiting list.

Classes have ranged from Astrology and Memoir Writing to Hinduism and Dream Interpretation and we’re always looking for people who love to teach and share their joy in various areas. In the coming year we hope to expand this year’s offering of 18 classes so we can reach even more residents who want to continue learning.

Specifically we are seeking the following: Art and Music Appreciation/History, Cell Phone Use (able to teach Android and/or IOS in two separate classes), Social Media (i.e. Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest etc.), Conversational Italian, Spanish or French (no more than a five week session), American History, World History and areas of Science. If this is something that interests you, or you know someone who can do this (they do not have to live in PebbleCreek), please contact Mary Gangl at 623-236-9613 or email [email protected].

Cinema Society to return for second season

After a successful inaugural season, the organizers of the Cinema Society of PebbleCreek have already reserved the Renaissance Theatre for six dates from November through March. With the growing popularity of this program, members who wish to renew for the coming season are urged to purchase their subscriptions when sales begin on October 1.

This year’s members are urged to keep their lanyard and pass to use when they purchase a subscription to next year’s season, which begins on Thursday, November 5. Memberships will be sold on the LifeLong Learning website, anywhere LifeLong Learning sells tickets and at the Activities Office.

The society was brought to PebbleCreek by Andrew Friedenberg who started more than 30 years ago with a Cinema Society in San Diego. It has since expanded to Las Vegas, Scottsdale, the West Valley in Surprise and PebbleCreek. Friedenberg introduces each film and then leads a discussion about it afterwards. Often he brings a person from the movie industry with him to impart insider information about the film.

So watch your emails for an announcement about when tickets will be sold and mark your calendar now for the following Thursdays: November 5, December 17, January 28, February 11, March 10 and April 7.

White Tank Library events

Patty Dennehy

Please join the White Tank Library in June for the following fabulous programs; if you have been before, we’d love to see you back. If not, please come see us and our incredible location at the foot of the White Tank Mountains.

Wednesday, June 3, 2:00 p.m. – D-Day: a History in Photos

A fascinating look at the events and places of D-Day, June 6, 1944. Included will be the American landings at Utah and Omaha beaches, the paratrooper landings sites and the Rangers scaling the cliffs at Pointe du Hoc.

Thursday, June 11, 2:00 p.m. – Wine 101: Types of Wine and Wine Pairing

What’s the difference between a Merlot and a Malbec? A Chardonnay or a Pinot Grigio? Sommelier David Newton presents a fun, educational talk on types of wines and wine pairing tips.

Saturday, June 27, 11:00 a.m. – Against the Grain with Chef Larry Canepa

Here’s a chef’s guided tour to versatile grains, from amaranth to wheat berries. Whole grains can be a great way to fill your plate and your belly in a healthy fashion. Plus we’ll taste some delicious and nutritious dishes made with whole grains!

We are located at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road in Waddell. For more information please call 602-652-3000.