Category: September 2024

Word of the Month: Equipoise

David Zapatka While attending the Theosophical Society Convention in Wheaton, Ill., this summer, I saw one of the presenters use the word “equipoise” in his presentation. The usage of the word described a relationship balance between two philosophical thoughts. Equipoise—equi·poise noun 1. A state of equilibrium 2. Counterbalance 3. Balance of forces or interests verb…

Tour de PebbleCreek

Melissa Kallett Vive le tour! Scott and Tammy Carnahan joined others in the community during the month of July for the “Tour de PebbleCreek” fitness challenge. They cycled over 224 miles, which is a major accomplishment given the challenging summer temps. The tour will return next year, and here’s hoping for cooler weather.

News from the Sky: Opportunities to Grow Your Career or Business at Phoenix Airports

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is not only a vital part of the State’s economy, but it’s an award-winning airport to work for and do business. Phoenix Sky Harbor, America’s Friendliest Airport®, recently received the Airport of the Year Award from the Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) at the 39th Annual AMAC Airport Business Diversity…

Pet of the Month: Meet Daisy

Hello Friends! May I introduce myself? My name is Daisy Ohme. I live with my mom (Wendy Ohme) on the Eagle’s Nest side of PebbleCreek. I’m a 3-year–old micro labradoodle, red in color. I am not a native Arizonian. I flew in a big white bird from Indiana, attended by a human puppy nanny. Mom…

Dancing With The Big Dogs!

They’re back! Remember when you danced the night away? You still can! Get your groove on with PebbleCreek’s own “The Big Dogs Band.” They’re back bringing you the music you’ve always loved to dance to! Disco, R&B, Funk, and some of the most dance-crazy songs of the rockin’ ’50s—they’re all yours for hours of fun.…

Activities Office Events

Summer Cinema Society: Leonard Maltin Classics—Sept. 19—“North by Northwest.” Leonard Maltin joins us live via Zoom to introduce this classic film, handpicked by the famed film critic himself for our exclusive program. Following the screening, Leonard will take questions from the audience. $25 Tickets on sale now in the Activities Office or at the door.…

Cinema Society Renewals Begin September 16

Activities Office Cinema Society is back for another season! Carefully selected films will be shown on select Thursdays at 10 a.m. in the Renaissance Theater, November 2024 through April 2025. Renewing members can sign up beginning at 9 a.m. Sept. 16 through 3 p.m. Sept. 26 in the Activities Office. Membership is $150 per person;…

‘Dirty Dancing’ Comes to PebbleCreek

Please join PebbleCreek Ballroom Dance Club’s first dance of the fall season on Sept. 20 in the Tuscany Falls Ballroom. It will feature the enjoyable music of the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s, along with the classic dance songs from the 1987 movie Dirty Dancing starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey. We also have our free…

Kumihimo Is Back

Carol Meier Come and learn a new craft at the Creative Arts Center. Kumihimo is an ancient form of braiding developed by the Japanese that dates back to the 6th century. With Western influence it has evolved today to include beautiful cords used for jewelry, interior décor, and other complimentary art forms. The class is…