Flowers

Went for a bike ride this afternoon and snapped a few pictures of the cactus that are starting to bloom.  So sorry that so many of you had to leave before these beauties spring forth.

Just had to share the cute gift we recently received from friend MaryAnn Hansen.  Considering the times, it was a very thoughtful addition to the farewell gift!  Thank you, MaryAnn! 😀

Mahjong players are happy to find the new 2020 National Cards have arrived.  Couldn't wait to try out the new hands so we got on line and played long distance with Shirley Beck up in Canada.  We facetime to chat and play through a website on line.  Fun!  (Kat likes to keep me company too.)

I recently read the following email note from a friend.  Yikes!!  The pressure is on to keep posting on the blog!  

"Just checked your blog and saw all the masks the sewing group made.  Good on them. 

 Sue your blog is so important to us all.  Please keep posting.  It is our lifeline to the outside right now - ha ha.

Hi to Don - hang in there and keep safe and healthy.

Love, Ann Merriman"

Thank you Ann.  I'll try!  

Our Sewing People are at it again!

I heard that our sewing people have been busy at work making masks to donate to those in need.  With all the charity work these gals provide, it doesn't surprise me that even without their sewing room, they're able to contribute.  It makes me proud to have them as residents at Palm Creek!!

Here's the message I received from Kary:

Hi Sue, was talking with Renee and she mentioned you'd like photos of the masks we've been doing.

It started last Thursday when Maureen mentioned it at a meeting we were in to make masks. I'd said then that I'd read where medical facilities didn't want the masks as they weren't protective enough. Then the next day they decided they could use them over their now rationed masks as an extra layer of protection even over the N95 masks. Well then I made a few contacts and had a couple of guild members who had contacts, then I got the ball rolling by contacting as many members through our private FB Page. The result is in a week 96 masks were made this week. 70 + went to Banner Urgent Care and 20 to Oasis Pavilion Senior Care.

Banner Hospital got back to us this week and they need all 100% Cotton ones with ties not elastic, so we're working on those. We're thinking at least 500.

People can drop the masks in a box I have on my front porch at 1268. I'll get them to the needed facilities. The need for masks could be huge here. I know some members are sending masks on to their families that are on the front lines in their medical facilities. Which is great too!

It's been so fun seeing the masks and my heart sings for our PC Sewing and Quilt Guild. So very proud of them.

I'll send pics in just a sec.

Thanks You,

Kary


This photo appeared on the Casa Grande Chat Facebook page from Banner Hospital:

Onward

It's a relief to hear from travelers when they reach home.   They relay stories of hotel worries, closed restaurants, traffic, and headaches through airports.  "There's no place like home" rings very true in times like this.

Although we know they would rather be here to continue their escape from winter.  They send photos and woeful stories about missing our sunshine and warmer temps.

Dave & Glenness Batten, Alberta

JoAnne Maurier

I think our remaining residents are being safe here.  I'm sure they're using social distancing during their happy hour congregations?  Our weather has been gorgeous with mid to upper 70s so it is a true pleasure to be outdoors.  

We observed a golf cart parade tonight with nine carts of followers as they cruised around the streets.  At least there are 6 feet between carts!  😁

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Per yesterday's posting, don't forget about the food truck visit this coming Wednesday from 4 to 6:00.  It will provide a bit of a diversion for us.

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The final tally is in from the big Cancer Awareness weekend and events!

Palm Creek presented a very large check ($35,100)  to the Alliance Cancer Support Center located in Casa Grande.   Money was lovingly raised by residents, guests, and sponsors during a Cancer Awareness Fundraiser at the end of January 2020.     (Pictured from left to right:  Scott Houle, General Manager; Kembly Mourelo, Executive Director for the Center; and Marion Nelson, Event Manager) 

Food Truck is Coming!

Memo from Marion Nelson:

Palm Creek will allow a Food Truck to have entry and sell prepared food on Wednesday, April 1st, from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Palm Park.  We are starting on a trial basis and following current state regulations where prepared foods can only be sold as "take-out" or "to-go".  This opportunity is intended to provide our residents with a convenient option for obtaining meals without having to leave the resort.  Please be aware that no tables or chairs will be set-up, so you should plan on stopping by with your car, golf cart, or bicycle.

The first Food Truck is Philly Up, who has been a regular attendee at our park-wide events.  Here is their menu for planning your "night out" without having to cook.

Be sure to tell your neighbors and friends as not everyone has access to this blog or to Nextdoor.

Sunday Church Service

Wayne Sheppard, Pastor at Palm Creek Chapel has asked to post his contact information in case anyone needs him:

Phone:  318-880-1014
Email:  ws4jc1@gmail.com
Website:  gracechurchcg.org

Wayne is currently offering a live stream of services at his church.  Contact him directly for more information.

To Those on the Road

We've been saying adieu to friends for the past two weeks or more.  I don't envy them the long journey back to their other home with the world chaos to contend with.  Here's hoping they all have safe success in getting to their destination.  

Meanwhile, we have weathered the most recent rain storm and are once again enjoying the bright Arizona sunshine. 

Always look for the nearest rainbow.

 I had to promise my dear (sometimes over-protective) loving husband that I would definitely remain anchored to our house for the next several weeks until we learn more about this health crisis.  Having endured pneumonia twice in the last six months, I will stay sequestered on the side of safety.  It takes a strong pledge to keep me away from the card and game tables!  

Our park activities are shut down but work and maintenance continues.  I see landscape crews out digging the pesty weeds that thrive after the recent rains.  It is a never ending task to stay ahead of them.

Heard a lot of loud noise coming from a crew across the street from us so sauntered over to see what was going on.  (Yes....I stayed at least 8 feet away.)  The workers are from Tee Pee Sand and Gravel.  They are digging out the old footing and installing new to replace the street light post on the corner.  I guess the old one was rusting through so is being replaced.  It is a much bigger project than it sounds.  Lots of digging and specialized equipment involved.

Kat and Mouse don't seem bothered by the world events...although I think poor Kat would prefer a bed of his own.  That top bunk always seems top priority.

How will we manage to abide by the requested quarantine?  Saw this on Facebook this morning and felt it fits the bill.  😏

From Scott Houle regarding phone calls

Scott has asked me to post this new memo:

Palm Creek residents and guests

We are receiving hundreds of calls and emails regarding cancelling or extending stays, activities refunds, etc.  Please be reminded that we are working with essential team members only as well as reduced office hours at this time.  We are processing emails and phone messages in the order they are received. This means you may not receive a response on the same day but we will get to you.  As things settle down and we catch up with the initial rush our response time will be quicker. We appreciate your cooperation in these unprecedented times. Please note the following contact information below.

Guest Services

Vwilson1@suncommunities.com         520-371-5840

Sales and Leasing

mhoule@suncommunities.com           520-371-5850

Activities

Adelgado@suncommunities.com       520-371-5840

Facilities

mkenner@suncommunities.com       520-371-5863

In the event of an emergency contact 911

After hours info contact the gatehouse @ 520-371-5860

Palm Creek RV Resort

Newest Announcement about our resort

From Scott Houle:

(paper copies will be in your mailbox tomorrow)

Attention Residents and Guests

As the worldwide COVID19 virus pandemic continues to become a widespread concern and local governments continue to recommend or mandate restrictions on person to person interactions, business operations, and home isolation, we want to share important information with you about our efforts to help keep our residents, guests, and team members safe and healthy.

To fully support all efforts to slow the spread of the coronavirus, we are making the difficult, but necessary decision to cease all non-essential operations effective Tuesday March 17^th until further notice.  Based on this decision Sun has made the following decisions.

• -         Property offices will not be open for resident/guest interactions (post office only at this time)
• -         Resort offices will be manned from 10am till 2pm to answer phones or emails only and to provide support to our residents.  No face to face interactions
• -         Sales office is open by appointment only
• -         All pools will be closed
• -         All food service will be closed (Bistro, bistro patio, and sports grill)
• -         Pro-shop will be closed
• -         All other outdoor amenities will be available for residents and guests at their discretion
• -         Gate attendants will continue to work normal shifts
• -         Post office will continue to operate normally
• -         Rangers and security will operate normally
• -         All community restrooms will be closed
• -         All laundry facilities will remain open and available.

In the event of an emergency please dial 911 for all others please contact the main gate at 520-371-5860

For questions regarding a specific department please use contact info below

Sales and leasing    520-371-5850        mhoule@suncommunities.com

Guest Services         520-371-5830        vwilson@suncommunities.com

Activities                   520-370-5840       adelgado@suncommunities.com

Facilities                    520-371-5863       mkenner@suncommunities.com

Scott Houle

Resort General Manager

Special Post -- Refund of Tickets

Quite a few residents have been asking about refunds to events.  Yes.  Palm Creek will be giving refunds for tickets purchased through Palm Creek activities.  Call or stop by the activities office for more information.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT!!

I just received this notice from our General Manager, Scott Houle, asking me to help publicize this announcement.

Attention Residents and Guests

Due to the worldwide COVID19 virus pandemic the following facility adjustments will be taking affect immediately at Palm Creek. 

• -        All Sun sponsored events will be temporarily discontinued at all of our communities and resorts until April 30^th.
• -        All indoor club/activity rooms will be closed until April 30th
• -        Outdoor amenities will remain available however safe social distancing practices (6 feet or 2 meters) is strongly encouraged.
• -        Resort restrooms and laundry facilities will remain open
• -        Post office will continue to operate as usual

In order to observe safe social distancing we will be limiting the number of people allowed in our offices.  If you have questions please utilize the contact info below.

Activities and Events:  Adelgado@suncommunities.com or call 520-371-5841

Sales and Leasing:        Mhoule@suncommunities.com    or call 520-371-5850

Guest Services:             vwilson1@suncommunities.com  or call 520-371-5830

This is an unprecedented global event which requires everyone to be continually vigilant.  While there’s much uncertainty surrounding the virus, it is necessary to err on the side of caution for the benefit, health, and welfare, of our team members, residents, and guest’s.  Although this temporary decision is not one we would ever want to make, it is necessary at this time.  Thank you for your flexibility and patience as we all work together for our collective wellbeing.

Scott Houle

Resort General Manager

Movie Canceled

Just received notice that the "Dinner and a Movie" featuring "Yesterday" in Palm Park is canceled tonight (Wednesday) due to rainy weather.  Event will be rescheduled for Sunday, March 22.

60s Mania on Facebook

Since it's raining outside, I'm spending time at the computer and decided to look up the 60s Mania website on Facebook.  They posted some nice photos of their evening at Palm Creek.

Three cheers for our Activities team that sets up all the chairs with seating labels and charts.

BATTLE OF THE SEXES

TEXAS HOLD'M TOURNAMENT

Congratulations to Marlene for first place.

AND to Nancy Polley for placing second!!

Bill came in at 3rd place for the men.

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Dinner & a Movie

Just another beautiful sunset.

Kat and Mouse at rest.  

The best place for a nap is wherever Don leaves his shirt.

Photo & Art Show, Sixties Mania

The Sixties Mania show was FUN!!  They played all the best songs from the 60s that brought back a flood of fond memories.  We laughed because we knew just about every word to every song.  We traveled through the Beetles through the Rolling Stones and the Monkees.  Yes!

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Thank you to the folks from the Photo Club and the Art Group.  Sunday's  show was really enjoyable as we perused their accomplishments.  Just another example of how we "creekers" enjoy our retirement.

Marlene Thurlow got some award winning shots of our friendly neighbors:  the Burrowing Owls.  Awesome!