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The Happenings
January 2015
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Management Memo
I hope all of you had a wonderful holiday season! As we come to the New Year, it is important to take a
moment to appreciate all the amazing staff members and volunteers that make Palm Creek such a special
place to call home. We are excited to greet you as you return during this busy time of year- season kickoff!
Ready to make Palm Creek your permanent winter home? Stop by and see Nancy and her sales team to
take a look at the exciting new floor plans and homes available and discuss site rent incentives. Looking to
become an RV annual and build your custom casita, awnings, porches and more? We are offering site rent
incentives for our new annual guests, and we have already improved sites available for you to pull in and
take over. Secure your site in your favorite neighborhood for years to come. See Christy in Guest Services
for details.
We have some exciting lineups for January! There are still tickets available for many of the offerings, so
make sure to check out the lineup in the Events & Activities section. Don’t miss Monday Morning Coffee
and Donuts every week at 8 am at the Fireside Patio. Come sip coffee with friends, enjoy a morning treat
and find out what exciting things are happening for the week. Join us for our Nine and Dine and the Palm
Creek Invitational Golf Tournament in January - see the golf section of the newsletter for details. Stop by
for our Patio Lunch every Wednesday and enjoy live music and delicious food. There are dances, bus trips,
dinners, shows and more!
If you are new to the neighborhood, be sure to stop by the Activities Office to find out about our clubs,
sports, activities, classes, and ways that you can have fun every day. There is something for everyone here
at Palm Creek!
I look forward to seeing you at Welcome Home II on January 10th. We have made some changes to the
entertainment and we are sure you are going to have a great time dancing to the sounds of Heartbeat, a
band well known and loved, and enjoying a tasty barbecue style lunch. I’ll be circulating through the
event so feel free to say hi!
Lisa Harold
General Manager
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Sales Center
Happy New Year! If you have just arrived at Palm Creek and are either renting an RV or in your own home, we have
many exciting things to tell you! We have introduced three new models: The Park Cottage (400 sq ft), Palm Cottage I
(approx. 700 sq ft) and the Palm Cottage II ( approx. 900 sq ft). These new models are priced from $54,900 to $79,900.
Stop by our sales office anytime for a tour of these homes and floor plans.
Throughout the resort are several new homes to purchase. Every size, all price points and ready to move in. Many are
already marked down with annual incentives and seven-year warranties. We are now also selling homes year-round
and not just seasonally, as we have in the past. Pick your favorite space, and your dream home will be completed as
fast as Cavco can build it and the contractors can set it!
This month, please mark your calendars for the following dates:
January 8th @ 1:00 pm please join me in the sales center for a TOUR OF ALL THE NEW HOMES. We will tour throughout the Resort in the golf carts viewing all the new homes in the resort. I will also have a drawing for a $100.00 gift
card. Plus, we'll talk about landscaping and promotions, etc.
January 22nd @ 9:30 am in the Ocotillo Room. I will be conducting a seminar: “Everything You Need to Know About
Purchasing a Home in Palm Creek". This seminar is very informative and will help you with your decision to purchase a
home. Refreshments will be served. Please sign up in the Activities or Sales Office.
Remember, every Friday morning at 9:00 am is the PARADE OF HOMES. We will tour throughout the resort looking at
a huge variety of resale homes available to purchase. Coffee and donuts will be served at 9:00 am. The tour will leave
at 9:30 am.
Our sales staff this year is awesome! Amber Moore is our Sales Coordinator, making sure all the sales transactions are
seamless. Judi Schwan and Judy Hebert, our sales associates, will help you to find your perfect home. Joyce Mowry
and Patti Erlandsen, receptionists, will answer all your questions or make you an appointment to view homes.
Thank you and hope to see you soon!
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday: 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday: 11 am - 4 pm
Sunday, Starting January 4th: 11 am - 4 pm
Thank you!
Nancy Paupst, Sales Manager
Remember to visit our website:
palmcreekgolf.com to see pictures
of all our homes for sale.
520-876-8949
Nancy Paupst
Director of Sales
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Guest Relations
Happy New Year!
We’re looking forward to our “mini city” expanding even more so in the next few weeks as the remainder of our winter visitors
head south! Please make sure that you check back in with Guest Services so we can get your name on the Gatehouse List, get
your badges updated, and start Sewer & Trash charges.
Please note that we are currently accepting same site reservations for our seasonal guests for the 2015-16 season. The forms can
be turned in to Guest Services any time and the $400 deposit must be paid by February 28, 2015. For those seasonal guests wishing to change sites, we will open that process beginning February 9, 2015. Your $400 deposit will be due at the time of the reservation. Please remember, the only way to absolutely guarantee your site year-to-year is to become an annual!
We have two improved lots currently available for those thinking about becoming annual residents. How does that work? Sign a
two-year annual agreement with the park, and at the end of the two years, the lot improvements are yours! Lot #460 and #947
are available. Swing by and take a look!
Speaking of annuals, please remember that everyone wishing to become an annual resident must fill out an application and be
approved to be a tenant at Palm Creek. Regardless if you’re buying a home through the Sales Office or privately, all prospective
buyers must be approved by Sun RV Resorts to become tenants at Palm Creek.
MAIL ROOM
Happy New Year! Welcome back to all our returning and new residents! Be sure to stop in to tell us you are here and open your
mail box.
We ask that you please be patient during our “Peak Season” as the mail and pink cards could be arriving late to boxes due to
quantity.
The Mail Room will be open from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm on New Year’s Day. On January 19th, Martin Luther King Day, there will
be no mail delivery, but we will be open to serve you with other mail needs.
Regular Mail Room hours are 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, Monday – Saturday. Please remember to wear your ID badges for any business in the Mail Room. You can contact us by phone: 520-876-8978 or email: [email protected]
RENTALS
Secure your home for next season!
Because the rental homes sold out so quickly over the springtime, we encourage those planning on staying for 3 months or longer
to come to the Rental Office and secure their home for the 2015/16 season. Stop by and see what types of homes and locations
are still available. And, please drop by Brittany’s office if you’re thinking about putting your home in the rental program. We still
have a wait-list for this winter!
Thank you!
Christy Kochen
Resident Relations
Manager
Barbie Rasmussen
Front Desk Manager
Brittany Ellison
Leasing Coordinator
Donna Cox
Mail Room Supervisor
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Events & Activities
Here we are, right in the very heart of our season! I would like to acknowledge our volunteers who helped decorate our beautiful
Christmas trees and our Guest Services and Activities areas; it looked just awesome and I would like to thank you all
personally for all the work that you have done:
Susan Dahlen
Karen Mills
Shenye Rairdan
Jackie Teague
Lennie Weaver
Connie McKinnon
Donna Cummings
Our new building, the Prickly Pear, should be up and running by the middle of January. It will bigger and more spacious than our
other rooms. I would also like to thank all of our groups and clubs that have been so very patient with us during this period, I
know it has not been easy but once again it really says a lot about our residents, again Thank You!
Starting January 5th, Dog Agility will be on Mondays and Thursdays. Call Karen Rust for more information at Site #7644.
Please come in to the Activities Office and pick up our daily activity sheet. Due to all the last minute and current changes that we
are making, we feel it would be better if they did not go in the mail boxes as a stuffer. Our NPA shows begin this month, and
there are some truly incredible shows coming this season — starting with Dana Daniels!
We are looking forward to assisting you in any way that we can, so come in for information or just to say ‘Hi’. It’s always great to
see your friendly faces.
Mary Ann Brown
Hello Friends and Neighbors! I am very excited to assume responsibility for Special Events. I already know so many of you from
our recent events, and also by personal involvement in our activities as a fellow resident in our beautiful park.
2014 is now a memory, and many have just completed the first half of their season with us. Where did the time go? Hopefully it
was spent enjoying your favorite events and activities. Our calendar for the first three months of 2015 is already full, and here are
just a few January highlights:
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Our Monday Morning Donuts and Coffee at the Fireside Patio at 8:00 am has been extremely popular, where you can
socialize, hear about upcoming events, and ask questions directly to key staff members.
• Be sure to attend the Welcome Home II event in Palm Park on January 10th. We’ve completely revamped the
entertainment and menu to the Heartbeat Band and pulled pork sandwiches with sides. Representatives from our clubs
will also be present to proudly feature their programs and answer any questions.
• The annual Fashion Show on January 22nd is always a hit with the ladies and will surely sell out again. If you are interested
in modeling, please stop by or call Activities.
Our staff is completely energized and committed to making your Special Events “special.” We’ll see you around the Park and at
our many events!
Marion Nelson
Have an event or notification that you
would like to see in The Happenings?
Please submit to
[email protected] by the
15th of each month for next month’s issue.
*Please note that club information and events must
be submitted by a designated board member.
Mary Ann Brown
Activities Manager
Marion Nelson
Special Events
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Announcements and Community News
CHAPEL SERVICE Sunday 9:00 am - Ballroom
Join Minister Debbie Killian each Sunday at 9:00 am in the Ballroom for the Palm Creek
Non-Denominational Chapel. Complimentary refreshments are served after the service.
Everyone is welcome.
B I N G O
- Ballroom
M o n d a y N i g h t Doors open at 6:00pm
Start off your season right by joining us for Bingo! Cards go on sale at 6:00pm. ID badge required
in the Ballroom to be eligible for cash prizes.
The Palm Creek Wood Shop is now open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm!
Orientation is Wednesday 8:00 am-9:30 am. For more details, sign up in the Wood Shop for
orientation.
Christmas Float 2015 - Don't miss out on our opportunity to participate in the 2015 Casa
Grande Light Parade! Volunteers must sign up by Jan. 15th for us to meet our goals. Come join
the fun! Sign up today or contact Marg at #6395.
Line Dancing Lessons - Mondays and Wednesdays in the Ballroom: Pre-beginner 9:30 am/
Beginner 10:00 am/Easy 11:00 am, Intermediate 12:00 pm. Friday classes begin 1/2 hour earlier.
$5.00 per hour, $2.00 each additional hour. Call Dee Dee at 480-510-3318 for details.
With everyone just returning for the season, it’s important for pet owners to review the Resort’s
Pet Policy. Copies are available at Guest Services. Some important points: pets must be leashed
at all times when out in the resort, they must be kept in pet areas, off the golf course and out of
the common areas. And, of course, please pick up after your pets.
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Palm Creek Activities Calendars are now for sale for $3.00. Proceeds will support the Casa Grande Food Bank.
Please remember that we are now in our winter season and that everyone must wear a badge when attending
any of our events and activities at Palm Creek.
All tokens must be used by January 31, 2015. They are redeemable at the Sports Grill, the Bistro, patio lunches
and for golf rounds.
WEEKLY CLUBS
Sewing: Mondays through Fridays starting at 9:00 am.
Pottery: Mondays through Fridays starting at 9:00 am.
Lapidary: Monday through Friday - Check the lab door for hours
Silversmith: Mondays through Fridays starting at 9:00 am.
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Club Information
January 8, 2015
Thursday
10:00 am - 3:00pm
Sonora North
Drama Club Play Auditions
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri:
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Mon/Tues Evenings:
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Pottery
Thursday, January 8
4:30 pm
Ocotillo Room
Tuesdays
7:00 pm
SanTan Room
The Great Nursing Home Escape by Nathan Hartwick
Those interested in auditioning for a role or to assist backstage, please
stop in to sign up. The rehearsal schedule has been designed to accommodate choir rehearsals. Perusal scripts may be checked out in the
Activities Office.
Orientation for all new Potters is Wednesday 8:30 am, at $10 per person. This includes two additional classes, offered at a later date. New
Potters will learn about the club and make a small dish on the first day.
We have a terrific studio with many class offerings, and welcome new
people to the Club!
Lions Club
If you’re looking for an opportunity to volunteer, consider joining us!
We’re looking for help to make our 3rd Annual Rubber Ducky race a
‘roaring’ success. Meetings are 2X per month in the Ocotillo Room. Next
meeting is Thursday, January 8 at 4:30pm. Call Mike & Maureen at
#7439 for more information.
Palm Creek Genealogy Club
The Genealogy Club meets each Tuesday at 7:00 pm in the SanTan
Room. Regular meetings alternate with workshops and scheduled
speakers/presentations. Contact Dick Rietz at #6166 for more details.
STAINED GLASS CLASSES
REQUIRES STUDENTS TO PERSONALLY SIGN-UP FOR EACH CLASS THEY WISH TO ATTEND. PROSPECTIVE
STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND THE GLASS SHOP ORIENTATION AS A PREREQUISITE FOR CLASS
THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE IS USED TO TRY TO PROVIDE FAIRNESS AND EQUITY IN CLASS
AVAILABILITY WHILE RECOGNIZING OUR NEED TO LIMIT CLASS SIZE TO A MANAGEABLE LEVEL.
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Sign-up sheets will be available and posted, IN THE STAINED GLASS SHOP, at 9:00 am two weeks prior to the beginning
of the class.
Prospective students are expected to appear in person to add their name and associated information to the list.
Attendees will be honored on a “first come – first served” basis
Due to limited facility, instructors may limit the class size in order to effectively teach the material
An “alternate” sign-up will be provided after the normal class size has been reached in order to provide a list of
potential students to fill vacancies. Instructors will call people on this list if a vacancy occurs.
All classes will be evening classes from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
January
January 7, 2015 - Sign up for FUSION
Classes: Wed. 1/21, Thurs. 1/22, Mon. 1/26 and Tue. 1/27
FULL JANUARY SCHEDULE AVAILABLE IN THE ACTIVITIES OFFICE
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Announcements
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Lawn Bowling lessons are available Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:00 am. Please sign up
on the bulletin board next to the Lawn Bowling Pavilion.
Yoga has moved from the Ballroom to the SanTan Room starting 12/23/14 from 7:10 am to
8:10 am.
Thursday night Square Dancing has been changed to “Country Dance Night” and is from
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
School Cents
Shop at The Promenade at Casa Grande through April 15, 2015 to support local schools; you can help
provide supplies and nutrition to many children in need. Please visit the Activities Office for more information about how you can help!
Quilt Show Raffle - February 28th
The Palm Creek Quilting and Sewing room is raffling a CandyTwist, Queen Size Quilt and an American
Doll at this year’s Quilt Show. The doll comes with wardrobe, deck chair, bed, and storage unit. You
can see the doll on display in front of the library. Tickets are available in the Activities Office at $1.00
each or $5.00 for six tickets and will also be sold at the Craft Fair and Quilt Show, held in the Palm Creek
Ballroom.
Community Chapel Annual Food Drive
Wednesday, January 21, 2015 10:00 am - Noon Donations of non-perishable, packaged items are
gratefully accepted and much needed. For more information, come by or call us at the Activities Office!
Monday Morning Coffee and Donuts - January 5
Join us for fresh, coffee and high spirits every Monday morning on the Bistro Patio as we start
the week off together! This is an opportunity to get to know the Palm Creek Staff and ask
your questions. Sponsored by Tomar Pain Centers. Space is limited; get your ticket in the
Activities Office!
Bus Trip
Coyotes Vs. Calgary Flames Hockey $70 per person for tickets. Bus departs at 5:00 pm at Palm Park on February 15, 2015. Seats still available!
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Events & Activities
Jan. 7, 2015
Wednesday
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
$10.00 Per person
Jan. 7, 2015
Wednesday
8:30am-5:00pm
Bus Trip
Jan. 8, 2015
Thursday
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ballroom
Jan. 10, 2015
Saturday
11:00am - 2:00pm
Palm Park
What’s In Your Pocket?
Join “Wildman” Phil Rackoci in a fun, informative live animal show as he
highlights the unique characteristics of various wildlife. Experience some
amazing animals up close and hands-on!
Sonoran Living Desert Museum - Tucson
Ride the bus with us! 98 acres of desert history, 230 live animal species,
voted Tucson’s #1 attractions, so don’t miss out! Limited tickets are
available. $38.00 pp.
Mature Assets Dinner and Dance
Come learn about the numerous problems facing seniors today and get
your questions answered. Complete catered BBQ dinner served at 5 PM
sharp. FREE TV door prize. Live music and dancing with “The Rewind Duo”.
Welcome Home II
We’re glad you are back! Join us in Palm Park to reunite with friends and
neighbors! Lunch is pulled pork sandwiches, beans and chips (with cookie,
water, or soft drink), and dance to the music of the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s
with Heartbeat. $5.00 per person; tickets available in Activities Office.
Jan. 11, 2015
Sunday
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ballroom
National Performing Arts - NPA
Jan. 12, 2015
Monday
8:00 am
Bistro Patio
Monday Morning Coffee and Donuts
Jan. 14, 2015
Wednesday
12:30 pm
Sonora South
SkyMed Luncheon
Jan. 16, 2015
Friday
10:30 am
Cholla Room
Soundpoint Audiology
Dana Daniels, a riot of comedy magic, will be here to entertain for the
evening. This show is part of the ongoing NPA 2015 series.
Join us for fresh, coffee and high spirits as we start the week off together!
This is an opportunity to get to know the Palm Creek Staff and ask your
questions. Sponsored by USA Insurance Group. Space is limited; get your
ticket in the Activities Office!
Free Luncheon and SkyMed “Takes You Home” presentation
in the Sonora South Room. Current SkyMed Members are also welcome!
FREE HEARING SCREENINGS - Not sure if you have hearing loss? Dr.
Shepel is offering FREE 10 min. hearing screenings at 10:30 am for all residents and visitors! Please call ahead to schedule a time slot at
520-494-3885.
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Events & Activities
Jan. 16, 2015
Friday
9:30 am -10:30 am
Sonora Room South
Oasis
Jan. 17, 2015
Saturday
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Ballroom
Dance - NorthStar
Jan. 19, 2015
Monday
8:00 am
Bistro Patio
Oasis Pavilion Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation will be having an open
discussion on the process of hospitalization, skilled nursing and
rehab. Please come join the discussion!
This Country-Western group is ready to get you on the dance floor. BYOB.
Tickets are $10.00 pp.
Monday Morning Coffee and Donuts
Join us for fresh coffee and high spirits as we start the week off together!
This is an opportunity to get to know the Palm Creek Staff and ask your
questions. Sponsored by Norris RV. Space is limited; get your ticket in
the Activities Office!
Jan. 20, 2015
Tuesday
4:00 pm
Bus Trip
Willie & Friends Show
Jan. 21, 2015
Wednesday
7:00 pm
Ballroom
Brad Zinn - The Great Comedian
Jan. 22, 2015
Thursday
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ballroom
Jan. 23, 2015
Friday
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sonora South
Jan. 23, 2015
Friday
10:00 am - 3:30 pm
Bus Trip
This is going to be a fabulous Bus Trip to the Arizona Opry. The meal is
first-rate and the entertainment is hard to beat. Tickets are $56.00 pp.
Brad has played at the prestigious London Palladium, doing Red Skelton,
George Burns, Jimmy Durante, just to name a few, PLUS his wife Brenda
does vaudeville sand paintings, an art that is rare to find. This is a must see
show. Tickets are $15.00 pp.
Fashion Show
Enjoy an afternoon of laughter with special guest speaker Rena, followed
by a traditional runway show at this year’s Ladies Luncheon. Tickets are
available until January 16, 2015 @ 5:00pm $25.00 pp.
Home Insurance Seminar
Learn about new coverages available for park model and manufactured
homes from your local insurance experts at Gebhardt Insurance. We will
explain these exciting new options and save you money on your
insurance . Sandwiches will be provided.
Old Tucson Bus Trip
A new Bus Trip for you this year! Old Tucson, a stupendous place to visit
and the price includes a lunch of the John Wayne Platter and soft drink.
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Events & Activities
Jan. 24, 2015
Saturday
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Ballroom
Jan. 25, 2015
Sunday
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Ballroom
Dance - Rave
These talented artists will entertain you with rock and pop music for
three hours straight. BYOB. Tickets are $10.00 pp.
National Performing Artists - NPA
Beachfront Property, a great California vocal group, will be in the
Ballroom to perform for you. Individual tickets are available now for
$15.00 pp.
Jan. 6, 2015
Monday
8:00 am
Bistro Patio
Monday Morning Coffee and Donuts
Jan. 27, 2015
Tuesday
10:00am-2:00pm
Main Pool Patio
New Image Fashions
Jan. 28, 2015
Wednesday
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ballroom
Spaghetti Dinner
Jan. 31, 2015
Saturday
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Ballroom
Dance - Johnny K Band
Feb 4, 2015
Wednesday
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ballroom
The Spouse Whisperer
Feb 6, 2015
Friday
7:30am - 9:30am
Ballroom
Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
Join us for fresh coffee and high spirits as we start the week off together!
This is an opportunity to get to know the Palm Creek Staff and ask your
questions. Sponsored by Banner Casa Grande Medical Center. Space is
limited; get your ticket in the Activities Office!
New Image Fashions clothing & watch sale by Don Scott.
25% to 75% off retail prices.
Join us once again for our annual fundraiser benefitting the Casa Grande
Fire Department. The Fire Department will be cooking and serving a Spaghetti Dinner and the firemen have some additional surprises for the
event this year. Ticket sales end January 21, 2015. $16.00 pp.
Rock and Roll to the tunes of the 50’s & 60’s. BYOB. Tickets are $10.00 pp.
Mark Cordes presents his world renowned and applauded comedy
routine called “The Spouse Whisperer.” Tickets are $15.00 pp.
Come and treat yourself to a wonderful breakfast while giving back to a
worthy cause! Tickets are $8.00 pp. Proceeds will benefit the Cancer
Support Center.
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Events & Activities
Feb. 6, 2015
Friday
Palm Park
Feb. 7, 2015
Saturday
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Ballroom
Feb. 8, 2015
Sunday
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ballroom
Feb. 14, 2015
Saturday
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Ballroom
Feb. 18, 2015
Wednesday
5:00 pm
Bus Trip
Feb. 19, 2015
Thursday
10:00 am-11:30 am
Agility Park
Cancer Awareness Balloon Regatta
We are beginning to plan for our annual Palm Creek Cancer Awareness event,
and we need volunteers to assist balloon pilots in the assembly and launch of
these beautiful balloons. Everyone you know has been affected in some way
by this devastating disease, and we are doing our part to fight for the cure.
Your participation will ensure we have a spectacular Balloon Glow, as well as
our annual “Flights for Cancer Awareness” fundraiser. For more information,
please call or stop in at the Activities Office and sign up to help!
Dance - Pam and Dave
Come and dance to Motown, disco, pop, rock and roll, and jazz. BYOB.
Tickets are $10.00 pp.
National Performing Artists - NPA
Jim Van Slyke will entertain us with a musical tribute to Neil Sedaka.
This show is part of the ongoing NPA 2015 series.
Valentine’s Day
Celebrate the night as we travel back in time to the fabulous 1920’s ,
30’s & 40’s with special performance by “Six Feet Up.” Costumes are
encouraged. Tickets $25.00 pp.
Dirty Dancing
ASU Gammage presents the classic story on stage that is an
unprecedented live experience, exploding with heart-pounding music,
passionate romance, and sensational dancing. Orchestra Seating
Tickets $85.00 pp.
Palm Creek Annual Bow Wow Dog Show
Help us support the Pinal County Valley Humane Society at our Annual
Bow Wow Dog show in the Palm Creek Agility Park . Attendee tickets
are $2.00, and competition entrance fees are $5.00 per dog.
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Men’s, women’s, and scramble leagues
Sign up in the Pro Shop!
Men’s League Mondays @ 9:00 am with cookout lunch available after
Women’s League Wednesdays @ 9:00 am
Mixed Scramble Fridays @ 9:00 am
Monday
Palm Creek Camping chairs are
now available for pre-order in the
Pro-Shop. Easy to carry to your
next sporting event or Palm Park
special event. Only $24.95.
Monday Pro Shop patio grill lunches
Burgers & Hot Dog Combo with Chips and Drink
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
There are several new golf events planned throughout the season, both for leagues and
regular social events. We hope that you will join us for many of these new events. The full swing and short
game golf clinics continue I January, and I hope to help you all with your game. You may contact the Pro Shop
at 520-876-8971 if you have any questions.
Pro Shop hours:
7:30am - 5:00pm daily
Pro Shop number: 520-876-8971
Mark A. Kenner, PGA (office): 520-876-7973
Mark Kenner
PGA Professional
Tokens may be redeemed in the Pro-Shop or in the Bistro.
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Our 2014-2015 golf season is busy and hopping! Join us for our men’s, women’s or mixed scramble leagues
and make new friends. We have many exciting events planned for January, so we hope you’ll take time to
come by and visit us and see if you might like to join the fun!
The December Nine and Dine was a huge success! Everyone had a great
time at play, then enjoyed food and conversation out on the patio
during some lovely evening weather. Join us for our next one on
Tuesday, January 13th. We have golf, prizes and a nice get together.
We are also having the Palm Creek Invitational on Saturday the 17th.
Bring a friend to Palm Creek for the day and play golf, have lunch and
win prizes! This event is open to everyone.
Also, the Cancer Awareness Golf Tournament is fast approaching. The event is on Friday and Saturday February the 6th and 7th. Proceeds go to the Cancer Support Center, so please sign up in the Pro Shop. Also,
save the date for the men’s and women’s Club Championship on March 2 nd and 4th. For those who like unlimited golf, the 1, 2, 3 monthly Champion Golf Passes are now available .
For more information, contact the Pro Shop at 520-876-8971. We’re always happy to help in every way we
can. See you on the links!
Join us for the following new Tournament events in January:
NINE AND DINE EVENT
PALM CREEK INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13TH 2:30 PM START
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9 HOLE SCRAMBLE ONLY
LIMITED TO 40 PLAYERS
JOIN US FOR GOLF, PRIZES, AND FOOD
SIGN UP AS A TEAM OR INDIVIDUALLY
$20 PER PERSON ENTRY FEE
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17TH 9:00 AM SHOTGUN
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18 HOLES OF GOLF/TWOSOME SCRAMBLE
LIMITED TO 72 PLAYERS
OPEN TO ALL MEN,WOMEN AND GUESTS
JOIN US FOR GOLF, PRIZES AND LUNCHEON
SIGN UP AS A TEAM
$50 PER TEAM ENTRY FEE
Golf Clinic Dates for January:
Wednesday, January 7th Full Swing 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm.
Wednesday, January 14th Short Game 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm.
Wednesday, January 21st Full Swing 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm.
Wednesday, January 28th Short Game 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm.
Short Game Clinic: $6.00 per person • Full Swing Clinic: $8.00 per person
Sign up and remit fee in the Pro Shop.
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Sports
Holes in One!
Donna Crofford, Hole #17
March 24, 2014
Dick Churchill, Hole #2
April 4, 2014
Donald Ross, Hole #10
November 10, 2014
Congratulations!!
Ben Blissett, Hole #11
November 24, 2014
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Sports
Palm Creek Tennis Center
Our 2nd Annual Tennis Club Open House is Saturday, January 17, 2015 at 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
at the Pavilion beside the tennis courts. Last year’s open house was a great success! Please
join us for lunch, laughter, and if you like, a chance to try your hand or brush up skills in this
great sport. We’ll have racquets, instructors on hand, ball machines and our brand-new ‘state
of the art’ backboard. The open house is for everyone—whether you have never played in
the past but would like to, you’ve played before and want to get back in the game, or even if
you don’t know anything about tennis at all! Plenty of free food and fun to go around too, so
come out and join us!
Softball Association
Softball practices are held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:00 am. When you are available, we recommend you attend practices so that you can be placed on a team commensurate
with your skill level. There are 2 divisions: Fall (November through mid-December) and Winter
(January through 1st week of March). Each division is designed to accommodate player levels, and
no one is ever denied participation. We currently field three teams in the fall and five teams in the
winter; games are played every Tuesday and Thursday. For more information or to sign up, call JD
at #6125 or email [email protected].
Beginning and Rusty Golfers
Introducing a NEW program just for you! Need some help learning this wonderful game, or you
simply want to brush up on your skills? Play 9 holes with one of our more experienced golfers —
they can give you tips on how to play and explain golf etiquette. We meet every Wednesday at
3:30 pm beginning January 14th, 2015. Please sign up at the Pro Shop!
Palm Creek Silver Sliders
The Palm Creek Silver Sliders Ladies Softball Team, in conjunction with the Palm Creek Men’s
65+ Team, is hosting their first ever Ladies Softball Tournament in the Park on January 30, 2015
and February 1, 2015! We are very excited, and look forward to showing off our beautiful
“Home Away From Home” to some of our teammates from Canada who are flying down to join
the fun! There will be 5 ladies and 5 men’s teams
competing in this first tournament —
showcasing a little “Sugar and Spice and everything
nice”, and a whole lot of “Snakes and Snails and
Puppy dog tails”.
Sorry , boys...you know we love ya!
We hope to see all of our Palm Creek friends and
neighbors come out and cheer us on! We will
gratefully accept all the encouragement we can get!
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FROM THE BISTRO
You know the saying: “Time flies when you’re having fun”. Well, it has — and we are! It’s
always such a pleasure to welcome returning residents and meet new people coming to
Palm Creek, especially with good food and conversation.
Come visit us in the Bistro and find out about our delicious and creative daily specials. We
encourage you to take one of our menus home with you, and if you’re up at the
Administration Building, stop in and have lunch. In the mornings, we welcome the “men’s
club” - a group of guys that let their wives sleep while they get out of the house and have
coffee together. We offer several breakfast ‘quick heat’ items to fill the belly and charge
you up, plus gluten-free options that are great ways to start the day.
Marilyn Goeken
Food Service Manager
Remember, we began our clam chowder special and will be serving it every Friday: the
meal is $7.00 per person, which includes a hearty bread bowl. If you choose, you can also
have the bread on the side. We also have Chicken Tortilla Soup every Tuesday, beginning
January 6 at $6.00 per person.
PATIO LUNCHES
We serve lunch on the Main Patio most Wednesdays from 11:30am to 1:00pm. Lunch is
$8.50 per person, or $7.75 with Annual badge, which includes the
main item, chips, dessert and Arnold Palmer. Please come and join
us for an afternoon!
January’s Lunch Schedule:
7th - Junker Dunkers
14th - Taco Salad
21st - Reuben
28th - Philly Cheesesteak
Our next “Famous” Prime Rib dinner is January 20th—tickets usually sell out early, so be
sure to get yours soon. Tickets are $25.00 each.
ICE CREAM ALERT!
We start our Ice Cream Sundaes on Friday, January 9th, 12:30 to 1:30 on the main patio.
January 9: Turtle Sundae $3.00
January 16: Banana Splits $3.50
January 23: Old Fashion Sundae $3.00
January 30: Turtle Sundae $3.00
Hours: 7:00am to 2:30pm, Monday thru Saturday
Our prices now include tax.
Don’t want to carry change in your pocket? Remember you can use your debit,
credit card or value card.
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The Sports Grill
Congratulations to the winners of the Fall Softball Finals! We have had such a good time watching them play, and
look forward to the winter season starting on January 6th! Lots of action going on the ballfield; our softball tournament is January 16th—18th, while the 65+ league will have their tournament January 30th and 31st. Plus, we can’t
forget the mighty Silver Sliders, who will be with us all day on January 30th. It’s a great month of softball down at
the field, with great food at the Grill to go along with it, so we hope to see you in the cheering section soon!
I am pleased to introduce two of our staff at the Sports Grill—Bob and Sherian Fahrenbruch. Bob and Sherian have
lived in Palm Creek for 10 years. They have been married for 54 years and are originally from Colorado where they
raised their two children — and from whom they now proudly boast four grandchildren and four greatgrandchildren on the way!
Bob was raised on a farm, continuing in that profession for almost a decade after he and Sherian were married.
Then he went into a successful, 22-year career as a communications executive before his retirement. Sherian
worked for Hewlett-Packard for nearly 30 years; once ‘retired’, however, neither could just simply stay home and
be idle. Both went to work for Banner Health for a few years afterward.
Bob and Sherian love going on motorcycle trips every chance they can; Bob loves woodworking, photography,
stained glass work and cooking. Sherian enjoys beading, wrap jewelry, and stained glass work as well.
We’re really happy to have two such amazing and interesting people on our team and working with us every day.
Hours of Operation:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
10:00 am—2:00 pm
Cheri Anderson
Sports Grill Supervisor
Check out our menus, located at the Sports Grill next to the ballpark!
All Prices include Tax.
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Community
YOU ASKED...WE LISTENED!
Q: Is there a place we can bring, or arrange to bring, our personal fire extinguishers to one location and have them
filled and/or checked? Or should we buy new ones?
A: From Jim Dawson, Director of Facilities - “Typically, fire extinguishers purchased for home use are nonrefillable. If the extinguisher’s arrow is not in the green zone of the gauge, it should be tossed and replaced.”
Q: The Ballroom floor is sticky, which may create a safety problem during events and parties.
A: We ordered a special dance floor wax, which will arrive and be used on all the Ballroom floors before our big
New Years bash. Thanks for letting us know!
Q: Is there a directory of frequently used telephone numbers available, like Maintenance, Emergency, Activities, etc.
that we can use?
A: There is indeed a directory in the “Welcome Home “ magazine available at Guest Services, which is available to
everyone at any time. However, we realize that most residents often carry The Happenings around with them, so
we’ve also added a key numbers directory on page 22. Thank you for the suggestion!
Have a question for our staff? Send it to [email protected], and we’ll do our best
to find your answers!
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Community
January 25 - Colorado
The Colorado State Party will be held Sunday, January 25th from 4:00pm to 6:00 pm in the
SanTan Room. Please join us for fun, games, and great prizes! We will provide fried chicken,
lemonade, and coffee. Sign up in the Activities Office so we know you’re coming! BYOB and your
table service; cups and ice are provided. $5.00 at the door. For questions or more information,
call Jack or Jerri at #6949.
February 16 - Canada Day
Join all your Canadian friends for an afternoon of enjoyment in Palm Park! Door prizes, Pin-The-Map,
50/50 cash draws, Tim Horton’s Coffee, Cake and Ice Cream! Admission is $2.50 per person at the
event; please bring your own lounge/lawn chairs. For more information contact Mike at #7439.
February 20 - Iowa
The Iowa State Party will be held Friday, February 20th at 5:30 pm in the Sonora Room. A potluck dinner is planned, so please sign up in the Activities Office with the type of dish you will
bring. Dish choices: Meat, Side, Salad, or Dessert. Coffee and Water are provided; BYOB and
table service. For questions or more information, call Sharon and Cork at #7760, Lou and Dale
at #7910, or Theresa and Reno at #7891.
February 20 - Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota
A catered meal is scheduled for Friday, February 20 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Tickets are
$12.00 per person and will be available for sale at the January and February Craft Fairs, and
on Wednesday Bistro Luncheons. Look for more information in the February Happenings.
March 1 - Wisconsin
The Wisconsin State Party will be held Sunday, March 1. More details to follow; for questions,
call Kay Olson at #6061.
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Bistro
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Facilities
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Activities
x8980
Gate House
x8960
Guest Services
x1100
Housekeeping
x7947
Mail Room
x8978
Pro Shop
x8971
Rental Office
x8933
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you will need to renew. The
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Community
In Memoriam
Please join me to celebrate the life of my husband, Joseph Beebe on
January 4, 2015 between 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. in the San Tan Room. Our Palm
Creek winter residence since 2005 has given us many friends and wonderful
memories here at Palm Creek. In Joe’s last year of life, he started going to
the Wood Shop here at the park and fell in love with woodturning. In his
memory, I have established a memorial fund to purchase equipment for the
Palm Creek Wood Shop. Thank you for all the love and support you have
shown me since Joe’s passing on October 17th.
Phyllis Beebe
Casa Grande Street Fair and Car Show
The 15th Annual Casa Grande Street Fair/Car & Bike Show will be held on
Saturday and Sunday, January 17th & 18th. Volunteers are much appreciated for help in the booths, with patrons, and organizational tasks. For more
information, or to sign up and participate, call Chuck Simnette at 520-4143744.
Palo Verde Elementary School Holiday Fundraiser
Thanks to the generosity of our wonderful Palm Creek residents and staff,
we were able to present Palo Verde Elementary School with over $600 in
supplies, clothing, and funds to help build a sunshade for the children’s
playground. Phyllis Beebe presented Principal Joanne Kramer with the
check just before the holidays. Thank you to each and every one of you
who took time to donate. Our residents are truly the best people and the
best neighbors!
Palm Creek’s
Landscaping Crew
Left to right: top: Joel,
Clint, Pedro, Jose,
Fernando, Larenzo, Tony
& Pascal
Below: Jim, Rogelio,
Faustino, Maurio &
Jesse
Jim Dawson
Director of Facilities
Dora Rocha
Housekeeping Manager
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