JoAnne Gaudioso As tiny seeds go from bud to bloom, the earth slowly awakens from winter’s deep slumber. Life feels clear and renewed and the gentle sunshine attests to a new beginning full of promise. This is what springtime represents to many people. But, if you are unlucky enough to suffer from seasonal allergies, the…
Category: April 2023
Features, April 2023
2 Your Health: Physical Therapy and Injury Prevention
AzOPT Most people think of attending physical therapy following an injury or surgery. However, physical therapy can also be best utilized in preventive care. Just like you see your primary care physician annually for a health checkup, see a licensed physical therapist annually for a mobility checkup! During a mobility checkup, a physical therapist will…
Sports, April 2023
PCCC Valentine’s Day Celebration
Roxann Sykes A beautiful time to celebrate Valentine’s Day was enjoyed by members of the PebbleCreek Community Church (PCCC) in the Chianti Room in February. The Italian buffet provided by PebbleCreek catering was delicious, and the table decorations brought in by our Fellowship Committee were so pretty. Music was provided by Steve Jensen’s Sundance Band,…
Sports, April 2023
Here’s What’s Happening on the Pickleball Courts
Mimi Blythe Congratulations to the new PebbleCreek Pickleball Officers! We welcome our new officers—Bob Chester is returning after a several-year absence to again be our president, Sharon Hadley was re-elected for a third year as treasurer, and Marty Braden for a second year as officer at large. The membership also proudly announces newcomers Jeff Gauvin,…
Sports, April 2023
Wade Biddix Successfully Defends PCMGA Club Championship
Howie Tiger The PebbleCreek Men’s Golf Association (PCMGA) Club Championship was again won by Wade Biddix. He shot a gross score of 226 in this three-day event and defended his title won in 2022. This PCMGA major tournament was held on Feb. 2, 4, and 9. In the first round at Eagle’s Nest, Wade shot…
Sports, April 2023
Willie Mosconi Signed Cue Balls
Pictured is 14-time world pocket billiard champion Willie Mosconi. The photo is him actually signing cue balls. His record in 1954 of 526 balls without a miss when he quit stood until about 1 year ago. It took that player 10,000 tries to break Mosconi’s record. He ran 100 over to 626 and quit. A…
Clubs & Classes, April 2023
Woodcarvers Enjoy Success at Mesa Carving Show
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…
Clubs & Classes, April 2023
T.T.T. Chapter Q
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…
Clubs & Classes, April 2023
PebbleCreek Sanctioned Bridge Celebrates 20 Years, Special Achievements
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…
Clubs & Classes, April 2023
Mah Jongg Tournament: A Fun Day!
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…