Bistro Menu, Chorus, Sunshine

 Here is the Bistro menu for the week of Nov 27 through Dec 2.  See you there!

Sometimes I can't help but get overcome by the fun of living in Arizona and at Palm Creek.  The afternoon started with a FUN friendly group of people at the Swoop table.  The game of Swoop is a perfect fit for a resort like this one.  The game is easy to learn, any number of people per table, not a lot of strategy, but a lot of fun.  We had four tables present today and it sounded like a huge party with all the laughter and comradery.  Come to the Adobe room any Monday and/or Friday around 12:15.  Games start at 12:30 allowing newcomers to join in.

As I passed by the Santan room on my way to the Bistro, I could hear the music emanating from the chorus at rehearsal.  Our chorus members are really dedicated with the number of hours and practice.  The Christmas concert is coming soon so hurry to get your ticket.

Entering the front office, I found the crew decorating with Christmas ornaments.  The decor will put us all in the Christmas spirit WITHOUT the snow and ice!

Have a GREAT day to all of you.  Smile and enjoy the view around you.

Bistro Menu

 By popular demand, I'm posting the menu for the upcoming week at the Bistro.  Everyone reports great reviews for the food and service!  Here ya go:

Notice the daily soups as well.

Upcoming Artisan Craft Market

 

I had so much fun riding around the park today for the monthly patio sales!  So many people out on a lovely morning.  It was a great opportunity to meet new people, say howdy to familiar faces, and find new bargains at the sales.  The event was unfortunately cut a little short by a small rain storm though.  

The day's event reminded me of the upcoming Artisan Craft Market that will be held on Saturday, December 2.  Mark your calendar now and don't miss this event as it will be a great start for your Christmas shopping!

What makes this event so special is that all the sales will be items created by our own Creekers! As I visited so many patios today, I was so impressed with all the items created by our residents.   I copied the info from the Activities poster:

Stroll through our holiday Artisan Craft Market for gifts MADE BY PALM CREEK ARTISTS.  Here you will find everything from handmade Christmas decorations to Nantucket baskets, toys to jewelry, table runners to candy dishes, charcuterie boards to stained glass pieces.

While you are shopping, stop by the Ballroom Kitchen for coffee and pastries, or even lunch.  Lunch tickets must be purchased in advance from Activities.

There will be some holiday caroling and maybe even Jolly Old Saint NickSanta will find time for a visit.  

9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Ballroom Saturday, December 2nd.

TO ALL OUR PC ARTISANS!  Be sure to register at Activities to they set up a table(s) for you!!  Hurry to make even more items for the sale.  

Upcoming Events

 It's always fun to listen to Terrie Wellman and Barb Poole as they bounce off each other during their talks or events they manage.  They always add entertainment to the presentation as they did at the Tuesday coffee this morning.

Be sure to mark your calendar for the "Community Marketplace" coming up next Tuesday, the 14th.  The "marketplace" replaces the past craft fair as there are more types of vendors than just craft booths.  Be sure to check it out and see the new booths.

Thursday, Nov 16, is the annual welcome back parkwide event.  This year is called "Charlie's Pumpkin Fest" in Palm Park.  There will be music and FOOD TRUCKS which are always a favorite.  Sign up in Activities ... and perhaps enter the pumpkin decorating contest.  The event runs from noon till 2:00pm.

Saturday, Nov 18, is the monthly patio sale.  It's always fun to invite a friend and visit all the patio sales around the park.  Watch for traffic that day as there are always plenty of bikes, scooters, golf carts, walkers, and cars as they tour the park searching for a special buy.  If you want to have a sale of your own, sign up in Activities so you get included on the map.  Friday afternoon after 1:00, maps will be available so you can see the individual sites where the sales are held.

Tuesday, Nov 21, is another coffee and donuts at 8:30 a.m.  Terrie and Barb will be there to talk about December upcoming events.

Wednesday, Nov 22, is the big Thanksgiving Dinner in the ballroom at noon.  Get tickets in Activities by Nov 12.  There are still a few tickets available.

That leads us up to December 2 for the Artisan Craft Market.  This should really be FUN and interesting as all Palm Creek residents can display their crafts or homemade items for sale.  It's a fun opportunity to pick up some great Christmas gifts!

There are so many fun events in addition to all the club activities to get involved with.  Don't forget every Monday night is Bingo in the ballroom.  Tickets go on sale at 6:00 and games start at 7:00.  A lucky winner this week went home with around $500.  

My blog entries will probably taper off now that so many residents are here for the season.  I get very busy with club activities so will save posting time for special items.

I'll try to post the weekly menu for the Bistro, however.  They also have a daily soup special but that menu isn't available as of yet.

My favorites are definitely the Lasagna and the Chicken Pot Pie.  YUM!  We love having the nightly meal specials.

News from the Bistro

 We've been so happy with the food service we've been receiving....all summer long and now all the new happenings at the Bistro and the Getaway Cafe.  We stopped in at the Bistro for dinner yesterday and were pleased with the menu.

It looks like the dinners will change each night.  

In addition to the main meal, there are other great choices.  Nice ready made salads and sandwiches to choose from.

What a lovely way to spend time with your neighbors or friends.  Go to the Bistro patio and have a charcuterie board to share.  Add a glass of wine or one of the MANY beers available.

Beer by cans........or....

by the draft glass.

The Getaway Cafe out by the ballfield is open for the season too.  Hours are 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Check out the "Shareables" on the menu.  Order a couple and invite the neighbors!  It's a great way to socialize without the work of preparing food.