Summer Shrinkage

Pat Jensen As our official PebbleCreek Ladies Nine-Hole Golf Association (PCL9GA) season comes to an end, we say good-bye to all the snowbirds in our group at our last event, the Spring Fling. We continue to play golf throughout the summer but with a much smaller number of players. All of our volunteers who have…

Word of the Month: Opacarophile

David Zapatka Friend and pickleball player Natasha Thompson is a scuba and sunset enthusiast who writes, “loves me some sunsets. Do you know this one, “opacarophile?” Opacarophile—oh-pah-car-oh-fiel noun: an individual who cherishes sunsets, often seeking them out to enjoy the tranquil and colorful transition from day to night. This term reflects a deep affection for…

Bridge Results

Monday Non-Sanctioned Duplicate Bridge Kevin McManus This group plays at 12:15 p.m. in the Palm Room at Eagle’s Nest. It is a social game providing a friendly afternoon of bridge. We welcome new players. There are sign-up sheets in the blue bridge binder on the bookshelves across from the Pro Shop in Eagle’s Nest. You…

Republican Club Hosts Two State Leaders

Patricia Moore On May 1, the PebbleCreek Republican Club first welcomed Goodyear Councilman Brannon Hampton, who explained the upcoming Special Election and how each of the six proposals affect the City Charter. He stated that these amendments primarily clarify administrative responsibilities. Answering questions were Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Vice Mayor Wally Campbell, and council members Laura…

May Mah Jongg Class

Sue White A beginners Mah Jongg class was held for four weeks in May. The attendees learned how to play the game by learning the names of tiles, how to set up to play the game, and strategies of the game. They played  Mah Jongg on their first day, and each table had a Mah…

Backyard Happy Hour

Kathy Smith The singles gathered for a wonderful backyard happy hour party and were treated to dance music by Thaddeus Rose. Everyone brought an appetizer and the drinks were provided by the host. Dancing on the patio was so much fun. We had to top it off with Angelo’s favorite, “Sweet Caroline.” You are never…