The non-sanctioned bridge groups that meet in the Eagle’s Nest Palm Room on Monday and Wednesday afternoons are saluting two of our members. They are Edie Hoechst and Phyllis Keiser. These wonderful ladies are nonagenarians (people in their 90s) and continue to be very sharp players. On top of that, they are simply nice to…
Kathy Smith Thirty-five people from the Singles Club traveled to the Arizona Culinary Institute du Jour Restaurant in Scottsdale, to have a unique experience in dining. There were eight students present who spoke to us about what their plans were after their graduation, as they had about one week remaining of their 8-month education. They said the…
Emily Grotta Once again, PebbleCreek’s talented artists are hard at work planning for the Fall Art Show, which will be held in the Tuscany Falls Ballroom from 3 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14. Not only is it an opportunity to see and purchase original artwork by neighbors and friends, but attendees will also enjoy…
Carole Schumacher Another Ladies Arizona Summer Survivor Invitational (LASSI) Tournament of 2023 was played at Falcon Dunes Golf Club at Luke Air Force Base on June 28. Although it was a hot but breezy day, PebbleCreek was well represented with 10 players: Linda Sweet, Karen Stadjuhar, Tess Braden, Carol Taylor, Lyn Ochs, Dana Becraft, Jeanie…
Bill Nee TED Talk presenter and neuroscientist Sandrine Thuret shares her studies showing that adult brains create new nerve cells in the hippocampus, a brain area involved in memory and mood, under certain conditions. Thuret says that even older adults can grow new neurons. She offers research and practical advice on how to help one’s brain…
Amy Volstromer One of the Irish American Club’s important missions is charity, and this year’s nonprofit organizations, carefully selected by the club’s Charitable Contributions Committee (CCC), are “All Faith Community Services” and “Thrive.” The club was honored to be able to give a donation of $8,000 to each organization, both of whom are truly deserving…