Menu + New Dining Place

 This week's Bistro menu.  

Don and I had "date night" scheduled so went to the new Boston's place to try the new Su Casa Grande restaurant.  It was nicely decorated and they certainly had a great crowd.  Lots of seating available.  They could easily push tables together to accommodate larger crowds in the back.

Our food was delicious and considering that neither of us are really fans of typical Mexican food, we were both VERY pleased with our meals.

They even have a place where they create their own corn tortillas.  It was fun to watch.

We weren't the only "Creekers" there either as we said Howdy to the Stone's.

Chorus Concert & Mail Room

I can't say enough praise for our Palm Creek Chorus.  Their show was so much FUN tonight!  I was seated in the front row so didn't get very good photos.  I use that as an excuse as I was enjoying the show so much that I didn't think about pulling out the camera.

I also don't want to say too much and spoil the surprises and fun for the Friday audience.

Take me out to the ballgame.

Rubber Ducky!

Selected audience members were invited to join in with kazoos!

Yup.  I got to join the chorus.  Don said we looked so serious....but it's hard to smile while you play a kazoo.  I personally think we were pretty good.  😂😉😖

There were other surprises as well.  This song was very touching!

Arlene Noteman signed through some patriotic music.

I am also VERY impressed with the pianist.  She played every song and never missed a note.  How much practice has she dedicated?

All the members were having fun throughout the performance.  I was thinking how nice it would be if their families back home....their children and grandkids could see them perform up on that stage.  They would be so impressed and proud.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL!!

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I stopped by the mailroom this week to say hello to friend Donna Cox who is the mailroom manager. I was amazed to see the abundance of mail bags and packages that had just arrived and were being sorted for distribution. Wow!! Our mail crew deserves some applause.

    

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Lots of people ask for more cat photos so I found a couple to share.

Kat and Mouse like to keep me company at work.

When I've been at the desk working for a long time, they're thoughtful enough to warm my chair for me.

Have a GREAT day!

Chorus Concert

 It's still not too late to get your ticket to attend the upcoming Chorus Concert being held Thursday and Friday, March 7& 8.  Show starts at 7:00 pm.  Tickets are only $10 and are available in the Activities office.

I attend every year and really enjoy the show.  They put in so much practice!!  I have a scoop from leader Betty Preston.

The show this year is titled "Oh! I Remember That" and will include some high-energy "rockin" numbers, several Beatles tunes, rock 'n roll as in "Rockin' Round the Clock", down-home gospel, Johnny Cash and lots more.  The audience will know every tune and we hope to hear lots of singing along.

The tradition has become that they recognize and donate to our Veterans. This year they will have a very special ceremony including military representatives as guests.  The chorus will be singing a new patriotic song that is very, very moving.

From a Sesame Street tune to Lee Greenwood to Earth, Wind & Fire, listeners will "cover lots of ground."  As an added treat this year there is a cookie reception after the show.  Betty guarantees you will leave with a smile and a song!

If you don't have time to get to Activities for a ticket, you can still purchase at the door.  

Recent Rehearsal

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When is my next iPhone & iPad class?  I have three Saturdays reserved in March.  We'll meet at 9:30 each week in the Sonora South or SanTan room.

March 13

March 23

March 30

There's no need to sign up.  Just come and join us.  We'll review some basics but there is so much new info to learn about that wonderous machine we carry in our pockets. 

I've started asking for at least a $5 donation because I'm saving up to start an email program for our blog.  

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Here is a link to the March Happenings newsletter if you haven't received one.

Happenings Newsletter

And.....if you care to donate, here's the link again.

Buy Me A Coffee

 What is the new icon on the front page of our blog??  It is over on the right side.

It says "Buy Me A Coffee".  I really miss the opportunity of sending all readers an email whenever I post.  The free service is now a paid service....just like many things in our lives these days.  This paid service is expensive!  Too expensive for me to justify unless I can raise the money via my blog.  I therefore ask for your donation of $5 or more through the "Coffee" app.  It seems quite easy to use.  One cup equals a $5 donation or you can increase to several cups at $5 each.  When (and IF) I receive enough funds, I will sign up for the Brevo email system so I can alert you each time I post.  Thank you!

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.