Bingo Winner

 Congratulations to Karen Tranholt from Washington as she was the lucky blackout winner at Monday night Bingo.  

Karen won $944 as she filled her card in 58 numbers.

Karen received her check from Bingo Chairman, Barb Nelson.

Bistro Menu

 

Monday Bistro Special

 

Bingo, Valentines, Quilts & Cats

 Thank you to the Palm Creek Chorus for their annual singing valentine program!  It was so fun to send and receive their fun lyrics and tunes.

I wonder who writes the cute lyrics to their tunes?  Very creative and fun!

We have a good number of "working cats" at Palm Creek who help control the mice, roof rats, rabbits, and DOVES.  The cats can over populate, however, so some residents have started a program to spay/neuter the animals and still return them here to their home and let them get back to work at keeping us varmint free.

Reminder:  We're not supposed to feed the feral cats.

The Quilt Show and the Woodworking show are one of the highlights of the season.  Such beautiful hand-crafted projects!

Each show draws a large crowd every year.

BINGO:  Don't miss our Monday night bingo this week as the jackpot has certainly built up in size.  Ticket sales start at 6:00 and the game starts at 7:00.  Come early to get your cards ready for action.  We had 267 attendees last week so each game jackpot was $102.  Not bad for an evening of fun.  See you there!

Menu, Phones, Cats

 

It's a great day in the neighborhood as I already have a copy of this week's Bistro menu for you.  Why am I so diligent at trying to post this weekly menu??  It's because I LOVE OUR BISTRO and am so grateful to have the service and delicious offerings it provides.  Greg, Chef, and the whole crew are to be applauded. 

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AI generated clipart from Copilot

Silly me didn't take any photos of our cellphone classes these past two Saturdays!  I could blame Don as he usually takes pictures for our blog as well.  (He's my behind-the-scenes caretaker.😉)  We'll get another chance in March.  Our next class:

Saturday, March 16, 9:30 SanTan Room

Saturday, March 23, 9:30 SanTan Room

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Several folks reminded me that I haven't been posting photos of our "adorable" cats named Kat and Mouse.  Okay...here is an update to assure you that they are still very active.

Even our cats like to play computer games.

Sometimes they squabble over who gets the best view.

If I take a break, I come back to find the message that I've been at the computer too long and someone needs attention.

I received this beautiful FANTASTIC handcrafted quilt from Cathie Young.

(Thank you again Cathie)

Kat & Mouse love it too.

The cat tree beds are small but still comfy.

Giving Day Announcement

 The Cancer Awareness fund raising week we had in the past has now changed to "Giving Day" where Palm Creek will raise funds for three worthy charities:  The Valley Humane Society, Seeds of Hope, and the Pinal County Veterans Group.

Our Activities staff has been busy with a totally new agenda of events.  😄

Little Ducks, Bistro Menu, iPhone Class

 These little ducks are adorable and were hand crafted by the folks in Activities!

In keeping with our Tumbleweeds, Tombstones and Trouble ‘Giving Day’ slated for Feb 21st Activities is selling little cowboy/cowgirl ducks for charity! Pick up a duck for yourself or simply ‘duck’ a friend or neighbor. Our ducks are $5 each and proceeds will go to three local charities-Seeds of Hope, Valley Humane Society and Pinal County Veterans Memorial Foundation.  

Three GREAT charities.  Glad to see Palm Creek is sponsoring them.

This week's Bistro Menu:

iPhone Class:

Our class on Saturday was FUN and according to feedback, participants were excited about the new features they learned about the space age machine they carry in their pocket.

I have answers for ALL the questions folks asked so be prepared for more new information this Saturday, February 10 at 9:30 in the Sonora South or maybe the SanTan room?  LOL.

No need to sign up for the class.  Just come and help us set up tables and chairs if we get a crowd.  We're asking for a $5 donation but it is not a requirement.

Menu & Firemen Dinner

 

The Firemen's Spaghetti dinner was another sellout event with 400 people being served.  This event draws a great crowd every year just to honor our local Fire Department and the wonderful service they provide to Palm Creek.  I joked with them a bit about how often they respond to our park.

They have a very talented bagpipe player who leads off the evening.

They sell raffle tickets for some nice prizes plus a 50-50 raffle.  Many residents buy tickets as another way to support the department.  The 50-50 drawing is a huge success with the final tally being $2000.  One lucky winner wins half of that amount.  That lucky winner this year was Joan Kaiser and she graciously donated her winnings back to the Fire Department.  That was a wonderful generous gesture on her part.  Three cheers for Joan.

They have a cute event where one of our residents competes against a young recruit to see who can don their rapid response equipment the fastest.  Guess who wins.  😉

Hats off to Chef and crew!!  Our meals were served as fast as possible to such a huge crowd and the spaghetti was the best ever served at this event.  Yum!!

Promotions & My Class

 Congratulations to Deb Lindenmuth for her promotion to Facilities Manager!  

Deb Lindenmuth

Curt Langille is now in charge of the rangers and gates.

Deb and Curt Langille

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Yes, the iPhone class I've been promising is now on schedule for Saturday, February 3 at 9:30 a.m. in Sonora South.  We'll start with basics but have plenty of newer tips to keep you interested.  I recently bought a new projector for use in the classes so am asking for a $5 donation to keep me motivated.  I enjoy sharing tips and tricks with other iPhone users.  There is always something new to learn about these magical instruments we carry in our pockets.  No need to sign up anywhere...just come to join us.

Menu & Class Schedule

 

Hallelujah!  I declare Don and I both back to good health without the croup.  I can finally get out of the house again so attended bingo last night.  I was pleasantly surprised to see so many people there who were brave enough to go out in the rain.  I can understand why as the jackpots were over $90 per game.  Both big jackpots were won last night so one player went home with over $400 and one who got the blackout game with only 52 numbers won over $600.  Nice!

It was fun to see the serving window open now.  We could purchase fresh popcorn, soda, and fresh cookies from the Bistro.  There seemed to be quite a line so folks enjoyed the service.

Gabby Gonzales was helping Deb with service at the window.  Congratulations to Gabby as she has officially been named as the new General Manager for Palm Creek.

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I'm back on track now so will be holding the iPhone class that I had scheduled.  We're set for Saturday, February 3, at 9:30 a.m. in Sonora South with a second session set for Saturday, February 10.  The first class will start with a lot of basics about using the phone.  The second session will be a review +++ with new items I've picked up along my studies.  I'm asking for a $5 donation for each class as I bought myself a new projector to make the class easier.  

I find it fun to teach and help people keep up with the new technology.  We all have our hobbies be they golf, pottery, cards, etc so mine is my phone.  I find it fun, fascinating and entertaining.  I even do one on one classes for those who want extra help.  There is a sign up sheet in Activities to let me know there will be some in attendance.  

Bistro Menu & Class Canceled

 Here's this week's menu for the Bistro:

I have to cancel the iPhone class for this coming Saturday....again.  I'm feeling better but this nagging cough lingers on.  I can't talk much without coughing and the cough sounds ugly.  I also don't want to take any chance of spreading this cold to someone else so I'll stay home another week and sharpen my computer game skills.  Maybe I'll scout YouTube and TikTok to find more tips for the upcoming class.

I do plan on Saturday, February 3, 9:30 a.m. in Sonora South!!

Bistro Menu & Class Cancelation

 Thank you to Barb Poole for sending me this week's menu for posting.   

 Don and I are both still down with this ugly crud of a cold.  

Severe sore throat and heavily congested cough!!  It's UGLY!!  Doctor said it is viral so antibiotics don't help.  Just continue with Mucinex, Flonase and Tylenol and expect it to last about three weeks.  THREE WEEKS!    That means I'd better cancel my January 13 iPhone class.  I should be back up for the Jan 20th.....I hope so anyway.

Therefore, January 13 class is officially cancelled.

Weekly Bistro Menu

 Here you go folks!  Today is my favorite day for Chicken Enchilada Soup.  Delicious.

Don't forget about the yummy food over at the Takeaway Cafe at the ballfield.

Kathy Payne is ready to serve you at the Sidebar as well.

I wasn't up at sunrise this morning but I was yesterday!  Look at this beautiful sky!!  There is no photoshop in there either...that is all mother Nature at her best.

Kat and Mouse still enjoy their cat condo and spend quite a bit of time outdoors.

The new year is starting off a little slow for Don and I as we are both down with the sore throat and chest congestion CRUD.  Ugly stuff.  If you are sick, stay home so as not to spread it to neighbors or friends.

Sure hope I'm healthy enough for my iPhone class scheduled for January 13.  

iPhone Classes

 

WHAT DOES THIS BUTTON DO?

By popular request, I'm going to conduct a couple iPhone classes again this season.  First ones are coming soon.

Saturdays:  January 13 and again on January 20 at 9:00 a.m. in Sonora South

I bought a new projector so am asking for $5 per person for the classes.  Classes will benefit both newcomers, rookies, and long-term users as there is always something new to learn.  Signup sheets will be posted in Activities.