Quilts of Valor, Lawn Bowling, Glass Show, RC Flyers,

The sewing guild makes headlines again this week as they distributed their "Quilts of Honor" to our veterans.  We pay tribute to Manson Polley for his 30+ years of Air Force service.  He is very honored to be among those receiving these works of art from the Guild.

Congratulations to our winning Lawn Bowl team:

Greg Falls, Jerry Andrews, Ernie Carlson

Congratulations to the first place winners at the Bowls USA 2020 South Central Division of Senior Triples Open in Sun City.

Another outstanding display of beautiful workmanship from our Glass Shop.

My Favorite birdie window!!!!

Susan Paul, Sandy Milner

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If you want to see photos or information about the huge pickleball tournament held here this week, go to the pickleball website at:  https://palmcreekpickleballclub.com/

We do have one special player to acknowledge.  Kay Thiede (referred to as "speedy Thiede) has been spotted on the courts with her son Vance.  Kay is 97 1/2 but can't find enough players in her age bracket.  She smiles and says she's willing to step down to the 85+ bracket.  Congratulations, Kay!!

From the RC Flyers:

CASA GRANDE — The Casa Grande RC Flyers will hold an event from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, at the club airfield, 2725 S. Isom Road.

This year’s event, benefitting the Casa Grande Food Bank and Pets In Need Action League, might be the club’s largest yet, organizers said.

The field gate will open at 8 a.m., allowing those wanting to set up for the event’s swap meet to display their goods before the official event start time of 9 a.m.

On hand will be representatives from Pets In Need Action League who will serve coffee, hot chocolate and pastries for donations, as well as food vendor Secret Ingredients, which will sell morning and lunch items.

Superstition Hobbies, a large Queen Creek hobby shop, will display the latest in radio-controlled aircraft and radio-controlled car racing products. Its team manager, Alan Moulton, will hold a special, free Spektrum Transmitter seminar assisting hobbyists to take advantage of all the features of the transmitters. The seminar will start at approximately 11 a.m.

Casa Grande RC Flyers’ lead instructor, Maurie Sumption, will be available offering free radio-controlled flying lessons using his Apprentice model aircraft under his expert guidance and dual control. The lessons will be offered throughout the entire event.

Rick Chitty, a professional pilot representing Hitec/Multiplex, will fly his “flying lawnmower” and other interesting aircraft.

Representatives from Superstition Hobbies and members of the Casa Grande RC Flyers will also fly different and unusual aircraft including jets, gliders, drones, biplanes and others throughout the morning. Club members will be on hand to answer questions about the hobby.

A “combat” dogfight starts at 10 a.m. and a radio-controlled car race demonstration will also be held. There will also be a raffle for a new model airplane and other items.

The event is free to attend. Donations will be accepted for the Casa Grande Food Bank.

For directions or more information, visit the club website at www.CasaGrandeRCFlyers.com.

Chorus Show

I don't know how to begin talking about the chorus presentation we attended tonight.  It was the result of many long hours of practice and rehearsals and dedication.  These folks obviously love to sing and share their love of music with fellow choristers PLUS we thank them for sharing their talents with all of us.  

Congratulations to ALL the members who participated in this performance!  In addition to the singers and soloists, there were instrumentalists, technicians, and one fantastic piano player!  They should all be very proud of a job well done!

I especially loved the songs with original lyrics about the joy of living in Palm Creek.  We chatted with other members of the audience.  Our consensus is that we're very proud to live in Palm Creek and truly enjoy living here and sharing our lives with others "our age" who share happy times and tough times.

Another highlight of the evening was when our GM, Scott Houle, was present and directed the audience as we sang "This Land is Your Land".  It's always a pleasure to see Scott (and Marguarite) take part in park events.

The Lion King

Due to the rush time line of this event, Ashley has asked me to post this notice about a possible bus trip to see the Lion King.  Contact Activities immediately if interested.

From Ashley:  This trip would take place in late June If tickets are still available. I do not have a firm date yet. I would like to collect funds to insure we would cover cost before I make a non-refundable reservation.

Because these tickets sell out fast there is a cutoff date of March 24^th.

Club Blogs and Websites

I'm still quarantined to our house during recovery from this pneumonia....or whatever fancy word for "the crud".   Soooo......I spent some time this morning cruising through the list of Palm Creek clubs and activities.  Congrats to all the groups that continue to post their events and publish such awesome photos.

All the Clubs are listed at this site:  http://palmcreek.blogspot.com

The Glass Shop is having their big annual show and sale on Saturday, March 7.  Look at all the beautiful projects they've completed.  Link to their Facebook page:  Glass Shop

The Tennis Club just finished their 2020 tournament and posted some great action shots.  See their blog at:  http://palmcreektennisclub.blogspot.com/

While I don't see a lot of photos from the Sewers & Quilter's site, I still have to credit them for posting the minutes of their meetings.  Their group is so VERY active with all the different subgroups and classes they conduct.  Link:  http://palmcreeksewersandquilters.blogspot.com/

Mardi Gras, Pottery Show, Chorus

I'm still stuck at home trying to recuperate from "the crud" but it appears that I have some "reporters/readers" out there willing to help and keep me up to date.  Thank you!  Keep the news coming.  I have plenty of time to sit here at the computer and post away.

MARDI GRAS

Nellie sent a couple pictures and it sounds like everyone had a great time.

It was an awesome evening . Decorations, band & food were all amazing. Everyone there wore their hats and dressed for the occasion.  All seemed to be having an excellent time.

Kudos to Marion and a wonderful gang that she has working on the event. Things went so smoothly and fast as they had to move it from the bistro into the ball room in less than an hour.

POTTERY SHOW & AUCTION

This Sunday, March 1, from 10:00 until 2:00, come see the items on display at the Palm Creek Pottery Show.  Displays will be in the Santan Room and Sonora Rooms.

Auction runs from 2:30 - 4:30 with raffle results after the auction.  Sounds like a full day!

Carol Feimer sent these photos of auction items:

DON'T FORGET ABOUT THE UPCOMING CHORUS SHOW!

Joyce Wood and her husband Lloyd had a jam session this morning.  Three hammer dulcimer players and a guitarist from Phoenix area joined them.  

(Sorry for poor quality of video but it has been emailed and downloaded via two phones.)  Wish I could have been there to hear them play!

I tried posting with two different formats.