News from the PebbleCreek Shalom Club

Ronnie Levine The Best of Phoenix Bus Tour was a unique way to explore historic neighborhoods, check out murals around town, and discover other highlights of Phoenix. We held a potluck dinner at the Oasis Pool on a beautiful November day to catch up with old friends and meet new members. There was a Happy…

“Power of Prayer” Presentation December 6

Lee Ayers Accomplished Christian leader and speaker Rod Handley will give a dynamic presentation on the “Power of Prayer” on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 6 p.m. in the Eagle’s Nest Ballroom. The event is presented by the PebbleCreek Community Church. Music will be provided by Pastor Nate Watkins and his worship team. All PebbleCreekers are…

In Passing – December 2025

Phyllis Lee (Nelson) Stacklie Phyllis Lee Stacklie took her final walk and went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Nov. 5, 2025. She was born on March 20, 1926, in Ravenna, Neb., and was the oldest of two children predeceased by her husband Robert L. Stacklie and brother Robert D. Nelson.…

2 Your Health: Why Physical Therapy Is More Than Just a Massage

AzOpt Some patients come to physical therapy with the expectation that their treatment will primarily involve massage. It’s not uncommon for first-time visitors to ask, “When will I get my massage?” or to believe that a massage alone will resolve their pain. While massage therapy can provide temporary relief, physical therapy offers a comprehensive approach…

Word of the Month: Contronym (Continued!)

David Zapatka Reader JoAnn Weston writes about the October 2025 WOTM column, “Hello David. Here is another contronym for your list: “Bound,” meaning to leap, but also the opposite, tied up. I enjoy your column, very clever! Oh, another one—“Leave” meaning to go and to remain!” In serendipitous fashion, friend and fellow verbivore, Richard Lederer,…