Lisa Reichert We wrapped up October by creating personalized crossbody bags and thread catchers. If you’re not familiar with the PebbleCreek Sewing Club, we meet every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Twice a month, one of our many talented members leads a class featuring a variety of fun and useful projects. Some classes…
Ann Tansey, Featured November Artist Ann Tansey Thank you to the PebbleCreek Art Club for this recognition as the Artist of the Month. As a youngster growing up in Ferguson, Missouri, I did a lot of drawing, often illustrating custom Christmas or Easter cards to send to my Aunt and Uncle. In my early years,…
Johnny Henson This article is written by Steve Farmer. A FargoRate rating is meant to reflect a player’s true ability based on results. What often gets overlooked is how much the playing conditions can influence those results. One of the biggest differences comes down to the type of table being used, especially when comparing Valley…
Lisa Reichert The PebbleCreek Sewing Club resumed classes on Sept. 16 after taking a summer break. Darlene Helker led the class, teaching members how to make a Bowl Cozy—a handy project that makes removing hot bowls from the microwave safer and easier by protecting your hands from burns. Another fun class was held on Sept.…
Patti Wegehaupt, Activities Office We will be having a second Usher Training Session on Friday, Nov. 6 in the Renaissance Theater starting at 2 p.m. Please arrive before 1:45 p.m. so you can complete the forms before the training session begins. There are some folks who cannot be at the previously scheduled session on Oct.…
The Agua Fria High School District celebrated the grand opening of the Hilltop School for the Arts on Aug. 3, welcoming students, families, community leaders and elected officials to its newest campus dedicated to preparing students for careers in the creative arts. The celebration welcomed Litchfield Park Mayor Thomas Schoaf, members of the City Council,…
Lisa Reichert During the summer months, many PebbleCreek Sewing Club members who remain in the community gather at the Creative Arts Center (CAC) to enjoy sewing, designing, and creating projects in the comfort of the air conditioning. While regular classes take a break during June, July, and August, the club is excited to resume its…
Johnny Henson, Professor Pool This article is inspired by Tom “Dr. Cue” Rossman and written by Steve Farmer. One of the most effective training tools in billiards is also one of the simplest: a mirror. Every morning, people use a mirror to check how they look and make small corrections in real time. If something…
Sonia Lunardi The challenge is complete—and the results speak for themselves. The 2026 Strictly Strength Class Challenge wrapped up a highly successful 12-week overload program built on progressive split training. Each workout was intentionally designed to build upon the last, with a strategic focus on targeting specific muscle groups to maximize both strength and muscle…
Debbie Kiefiuk and Dennis Poppe Just like football, baseball, hockey, and basketball, pickleball thrives on teamwork. This rapidly growing sport continues to bring communities together through Fun, Fitness, and Friendships. At PebbleCreek, getting into the action is easy: join the club, grab a paddle, sign up through CourtReserve (www.pcpickleball.org), and experience the excitement of team…