Cynthia Schwartz On Thanksgiving Day, a group of players gathered together on the PebbleCreek Pickleball courts to play and give thanks for having great friends. Dressed as turkeys (some cooked and some still with feathers), Pilgrims, and football players, these ladies enjoyed a few hours of friendly pickleball games. “Stay out of the kitchen,” was…
Category: January 2020
Sports, January 2020
Kenney and Treece compete at AGA Club Team Championship
Howie Tiger Kyler Kenney and Jerry Treece, long-time PCMGA members, came in fifth place in the super senior flight (age 70+) of the Arizona Golf Association Club Team Championship. The format was a 2-man scramble. There was a 6-drive minimum for each player. The championship final round was played at the Moon Valley Country Club…
Generals, January 2020
Tuscany Falls Christmas Caroling Party
Jill Miller Tuscany Falls residents enjoyed another successful Christmas caroling party on Dec. 8. Carolers gathered in their golf carts and Martha and Steve Urbin’s train prior to dividing into groups to sing Christmas carols, deliver cookies, and bring Christmas cheer to Tuscany Falls residents and those living in Robson Reserve. Although the weather was…
Clubs & Classes, January 2020
Navigator Buddies to Speak at Next Pet Companions Meeting
Marge Ellison, Vice President The Pet Companions Club of PebbleCreek is pleased to have Sarah Brown, representing Navigator Buddies, as its speaker at our general meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 8. Navigator Buddies Team Member, Cheyanne Leeds, and her Therapy Dog, Sophie, will be joining her. We will meet at 3 p.m. in Room 100 of…
Generals, January 2020
PebbleCreek Artist Wins First Place at Phoenix Woodworking Fall Show
Betsy Crosson Woodworkers from the greater Phoenix area gathered recently at the Woodworkers Source in their Phoenix location to compete and show off their woodworking pieces. This year’s competition featured 200 entries, with the contest theme of “living room decor.” Pieces included wall decor, tables, chest sets, benches, lamps, and bowls. PebbleCreek woodworking fans were…
Features, January 2020
Kona Hawaii Fit Trip 2019
Judy Parker This year, 20 women attended the Kona Fit Trip run by Judy Parker of PebbleCreek. Each morning, a one-hour exercise program was scheduled with daily outings and adventures, such as a few pickleball games, snorkeling, hiking, and a lot more, including who will be the next Miss Kona? This year, Lynn Banks was honored as Miss…
Clubs & Classes, January 2020
PebbleCreek Woodcarvers Club – Northwest Indian Ceremonial Rattle Class
The PebbleCreek Woodcarvers Club completed a Northwest Indian ceremonial rattle class on Nov. 22. Some rattles were not completed but will be finished soon. Prospective club members may sign up for the Beginner’s Class by Oct. 1 or Jan. 1, each year. The one-day class will focus on tool safety and how to carve a…
Clubs & Classes, January 2020
PebbleCreek Ballroom Dance Club’s (PCBDC) “Free” Membership Drive Dance
Nancy Herrem Yep, it’s the beginning of a new year for the PCBDC, and we are offering a “free ticket” to the Jan. 24 casual dance with payment of the 2020 membership dues (see below). Held in the Eagle’s Nest Ballroom, the evening begins at 6 p.m. with a cash bar, and February’s Black and…
Clubs & Classes, January 2020
Date Set for PC Quilters Show Featuring the PC Rug Hookers
The committee for the biannual Quilt Show in the Creative Arts Center has been set for Sunday, March 22, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The committee, chaired by Barb Mauer, is excited to display all new quilts and quilt projects. The PC Rug Hookers will also be featured displaying their works of art. Project…
Features, January 2020
HIkers Visit Vultee Arch
Lynn Warren The Hiking Club normally goes on two overnight trips each season and on Nov. 12, more than 40 hikers and non-hikers headed north to Sedona for three days of red rock hiking. On the first day, Julie Walmsley along with more than 40 friends celebrated her reaching 1,000 miles with the club. On the second…