Karen Peterson The PebbleRock Band, an all PebbleCreek group, was again on your TV screen this past March 11 at Roman’s Oasis. Fox 10’s Cory McCloskey, along with his camera crew, were taping their show live with the band and all the PebbleCreek folks who were there to dance, laugh, eat, drink, and be merry!…
Tag: music
April 2026, Features
One Hit Wonders
Robert Hover “Tobacco Road“—The Nashville Teens (1964) Not one of these underrated artifacts from the mid-1960s British Invasion had even set foot in Nashville, Tenn. The group “Nashville” Teens were from Weybridge, Surrey in England, and interestingly, no one was a “teen” at the time, and in no way were these root-rockers playing country and…
December 2025, Generals
PebbleCreek Live on Stage – December 2025
December 22: Open Mic Night Brings Holiday Music and Festivities to PebbleCreek Carrie Mataraza You may already have a marked-up December calendar but if you can circle Monday, Dec. 22 and put Open Mic Night on it, you will be glad you did because music and laughter is on tap in the Chianti Room from…
October 2025, Features
Karen Peterson, PebbleCreek Resident and Musician
Howard Brodbeck PebbleRock Band member and PebbleCreek resident Karen Peterson grew up in Wisconsin in a musical family. They had their own band with her dad on guitar, brothers on bass, banjo, and drums, and Karen and her sister on piano and they all sang and had great harmonies. Karen began piano lessons at age…
Generals, October 2025
Pebblecreek Live on Stage
Music Is in the Air With PebbleCreek Singers Diane Piehl Rehearsals for the PC Singers holiday concert, “A Joyous Holiday,” are well underway. An introduction to the holiday music was shared at the first rehearsal with two full sectional rehearsals, which prepared the chorus to put it all together going forward by the fourth rehearsal.…
Generals, June 2025
PebbleCreek’s Popular Band “Happy Hour” Entertains at Robson Reserve!
Joe Volstromer On a Wednesday afternoon in April, Robson Reserve’s Happy Hour came alive with the sound of drums, guitars, and rock ‘n’ roll. The culprits? A five-piece band of retirees who call themselves Happy Hour—and they’re proving that music knows no age limit. Formed five years ago, Happy Hour is a popular band in…
Generals, April 2025
News from Robson Reserve: Spring Forward: Smart Planning and Exciting Gatherings at Robson Reserve at PebbleCreek!
Agie Olmedo, Executive Director Dear Friends, Spring is in the air, and with it comes the perfect time for fresh starts, smart planning, and fun community gatherings! As the seasons change, so do our needs—whether it’s preparing for tax season or considering a move to a vibrant senior living community like ours. Tax Tips: Make…
March 2025, Generals
A Short History of PebbleRock Band—Part 1, Beginnings
Howard Brodbeck Today’s PebbleRock Band is PebbleCreek’s (PC) premier all-Creeker modern rock band that has been playing continuously in the west valley since 2013. PebbleRock Band’s current lineup has been together for two-plus years now, and includes PC residents Karen Peterson, keyboards; Ron Devine, guitar; Robert Rochefort, bass; and founder Howard Brodbeck, on drums. They…
Generals, November 2024
PebbleCreek Live On Stage – November 2024
Save the Date! PC Players Auditions Monday, Nov. 4 and Wednesday, Nov. 6 (choose one) 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Palermo Room (Tuscany Clubhouse). See Patti Wegehaupt in the Activities Office from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to get your audition spot. To review the full script ahead of time go to tinyurl.com/BNCScript. Materials…
Generals, October 2024
Home & Health Show Coming to PebbleCreek This October!
We’re thrilled to announce that the Home & Health Show is coming to PebbleCreek for the first time this fall! This event marks the 25th show occurring throughout the West Valley. The event has everything you need to elevate your home and healthy lifestyle. Join us for shopping, live music, and exciting vendor giveaways! Admission…