Jim Brown Six PebbleCreek Woodcarvers entered projects in the Desert Woodcarver’s Show and Sale held Feb. 24 through 26 at the Mesa Convention Center. There are four divisions: Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Open. There are numerous categories in each division depending on the type of carving entered. The categories are further placed in groups. Linda…
Chapter Q welcomed new member Stephanie Nelson to the chapter. At the January meeting, we honored the memory of our dear friend and treasurer, Hilary Coltman, sharing personal stories and mourning her absence. The chapter is moving ahead with plans to send eight 4th grade girls from Heritage Elementary School in Glendale to Girl Scout…
Kathy Bergman PebbleCreek Duplicate Bridge Club celebrated our 20th Anniversary with our annual luncheon and meeting on Feb. 20. The club began in 2003 with a once-a-month bridge game at Eagle’s Nest in the activities building. After moving the club to the card rooms when Tuscany Falls was built, the club grew to be the…
Patty Greene The annual Mah Jongg Tournament was held March 2 in the Tuscany Falls Ballroom. Hosted by Patty Greene, Mary Georgesen, and Nancy Hansen, 48 players arrived to compete for a winning hand that would result in prize money for their efforts! A total of 16 games were played, eight in the morning and…
Amy Volstromer The month of March brought some of the Irish American Club’s favorite activities of the year. Kicking off the activities with an early celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, the monthly club meeting included an informative cultural presentation on the history of Irish pubs. Of course, what would the history of Irish pubs be…
Kathy Smith, Publicity Director Twelve members of the PebbleCreek Singles Club supported this year’s charity, St. Mary’s Food Bank in Surprise. The volunteer activity provided the singles with exercise, and they definitely kept on the move from 9 a.m. until noon. Lunch afterward was at the Irish Wolfhound Pub, which is also in Surprise. A…
Vicki Ray It was cold and windy, and scores were close at the PebbleCreek Gun Club’s long-range rifle contest held Feb. 17. Members shot in three events: 100-yards with open sights, 100 yards with optics, and for the first time, 200-yards using optics. Even with close results, one markswoman stood out. Tammy Wood shot a…
Susan Skolnik The PC Art Club will be celebrating a landmark anniversary this year. We are 30 years old! Plans are underway for a celebration in April at Sunrise Park. Adult beverages will be provided and guests can expect to be entertained, informed, and provided with a great social get-together. Please see the Art Club…
Jim Brown John Mirro is our woodcarver of the month for the month of February 2023. John is a relatively new member of the club, having joined in January of 2022. John had not carved prior to joining. John enjoys carving with knives and his specialty is figurines carved from basswood along with chip carving.…
Linda Babcock Car shows are terrific in the spring, and this year is no exception. The winter cold has eclipsed into a sunny spring, and brilliant flowers landscape our desert oasis. The cars and drivers are eager to get out and experience warmer days with fellow car enthusiasts appreciating each show entry. Members of our…