Unit 3 Neighbors Rooting for Favorite Teams Linda Babcock On Oct. 30, 19 neighbors from Unit 3 got together at the home of Randy and Shonnie Harrison to root for their favorite team, either the Raiders or the Lions. In addition, the World Series with the Diamondbacks and the Texas Rangers was viewed on the big screen outside.…
Susan Eastman Although born and raised until the age of 9 in Los Angeles, Nora spent most of her childhood in Reno, Nev., where she later met and married husband Lewis. They settled on a ranch 30 miles from town with horses, pigs, and an array of cats and dogs. At the time Lew taught science…
Fred Dresser On Oct. 21, the PebbleCreek Senior Softball Association (PCSSA) began its 29th season of play with 24 teams spread across three divisions (American, Mid-American, and National). The 29th season recorded 304 registered members of PCSSA, made up of 256 players, 13 subs, 25 nonplaying managers and assistants, and 10 volunteers. The PCSSA also saw a number…
Pam Marshall On a beautiful fall day in November, 30 members of the FIIT group—Friends in it Together—gathered at Oasis Pool to celebrate another successful fall challenge with instructor and inspirational coach, Christy O’Gara. This group began as a 7 a.m. exercise class in the PebbleCreek fitness center years ago before COVID-19 changed everything. The group pivoted…
Activities Office The PebbleCreek 2023 Salute to Veterans event in the Renaissance Theater on Nov. 9 was a lovely event that featured moving stories, inspirational remarks, beautiful music, and a heartfelt thanks to all veterans. The program featured a wide variety of presenters and performers as follows: The Posting of the Colors by Luke Air Force Base…
Jim Ellison The Pet Companions Club of PebbleCreek is pleased to have Amanda Dorn, DVM, as guest speaker at our general membership meeting on Dec. 6, 2023. We will meet at 3 p.m. in Room 100 of the Eagle’s Nest Activities Center. All PebbleCreek residents, whether club members or not, are invited to attend. There is no charge.…
Pam McWhorter Three years ago, I stepped on the court as an attendee of one of the first post COVID-19 Intro to Pickleball classes. I soon learned that I have an addiction! Yes, I admit I can’t seem to get enough of it. My body yells at me and says no more pickleball, but my…
Diane Piehl The PebbleCreek Singers’ winter concert, “Enjoy the Holiday Season,” was a smashing success thanks to all of you. We were delighted to have two more new singers join the chorus, bass John Greenleaf and second soprano Peggy Mitchell. The chorus will take a short hiatus until mid-January when spring concert music will be…
Debbie George The Wine Club Gala on Dec. 19 is almost here. This is our annual event where all proceeds from the silent auction and raffle go to Kare Bears. It’s a great way to write off your charitable donation and take home some great items, while celebrating the holidays with friends and supporting the community.…
Amy Volstromer This is going to be a lot of fun! We will start this tournament off on Saturday, March 2 with a Calcutta in the Tuscany Falls Chianti Room. Festivities begin at 4 p.m. with a cash bar and hors d’oeuvres. Bidding on all 54 teams starts at 5 p.m. Use your time wisely to study…