Sunday, May 19, 2024
Diane Long
PECAN PLANTATION BITS
A Mississippi native who has been a Texas transplant for 28 years, Diane Long is a wife, mother and English teacher who has written Pecan Plantation Bits for 14 years cumulatively. She spends her time gathering neighborhood news and teaching students how to avoid passive voice.
Living in Pecan Plantation offers many advantages, the greatest of which is the people. One of the ways new residents of our community may initially meet folks is at New Member Orientation, facilitated by Pecan’s Membership Orientation Committee. Twice monthly, committee members welcome new Pecaners and acquaint them with the amenities of our neighborhood. Long-term residents are also welcome to greet new neighbors as well as to stay informed on Pecan events and happenings.
An orientation session is happening today, Saturday, June 10, at 10 a.m. in the clubhouse ballroom. Folks wanting to register for the next orientation gathering or receive more information about the sessions may contact Jimmy Flannigan of Pecan member services (817-573-2641, extension 335) or email Kathie Schoepf at kschoepf@charter.net.
BRUSHES READY
Pecan artist Kathy Yoders will facilitate a paint party at the PAC today, Saturday, June 10, from 4:30 to 8 p.m. when participants will complete a step-by-step acrylic painting. All supplies are included in the registration fee, and artists should bring their own beverage as well as wear an old shirt or apron.
SING ALONG
Pecan’s monthly karaoke night happens today, Saturday, June 10 with a “breakfast-for-dinner” buffet from 6 to 7:45 p.m. and sing along music starting at 8. Karaoke is free, and dinner reservations may be secured by calling the clubhouse front desk: 817-573-2641. Rumor has it that the first participant to sing “Eat It” by Weird Al Yankovic receives a free dinner!
GOOD CATCH
Pecan’s annual fishing tournament for children of all ages happens Monday, June 12 at 8 a.m. on the No. 10 golf course pond. Bring fishing poles; bait provided.
ART GUILD
The Pecan Plantation Art Guild will meet again on Tuesday, June 13 at 10:30 a.m. at the PAC. Guests and prospective members are welcome. Attendees are asked to bring discarded paint brushes to the meeting for donation to the PPAG’s Art Rocks Camp. For complete information about the guild and its presence in Pecan, visit www.pecanplantationartguild.com.
BREAKFAST CLUB
Pecan’s Breakfast Club will meet again on Wednesday, June 14 at 9 a.m. when Hood County Commissioner Nanette Samuelson will address the crowd. Reservations are requested by noon on Tuesday, June 13: 817-573-2641.
WOMAN’S CLUB
While official meetings of the Pecan Plantation Woman’s Club recess for the summer, Chit Chat luncheons are on the calendar with the first one coming Thursday, June 15. Social time begins at 10 a.m., and lunch will be served at 11:30. This informal gathering of ladies will feature good food and sweet fellowship.
DAD’S DAY
Father’s Day is coming on Sunday, June 18, and reservations for a holiday brunch are now being taken. Three seating times are available (10 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m.). The menu will boast “lots of meats” for dad to enjoy. Call the clubhouse front desk to reserve a table: 817-573-2641.
Before Father’s Day weekend arrives, little ones may participate in a “Dad’s Day” craft at the PAC on Sunday, June 11 at 2 p.m. Registration required: 817-573-7952.
SHARP DESIGN
Pecan is seeking to update our front entrance, and residents with a talent for design are needed. Our community is holding a competition open to all members who would like to have a lasting impact on Pecan in addition to winning a four-course meal for four created by Chef Jordan Ray, a plaque at the newly redesigned front entrance, and of course, bragging rights. Send both inquiries and submissions to Jay Arrington at jay.arrington@ppoaweb.com. Entry deadline is Friday, June 23.
SUMMER GOLF
Pecan’s PGA Junior League for golfers ages 4 to 17 began last week, and the participants have embarked on fun, team playing golf for the summer. Folks desiring more information on this program may visit the PGA Junior League website or call the golf shop: 817-573-2645.
In addition, kids’ junior golf camp sign up is happening now, and players interested in a three-day golf event may register. The first session will take place June 14-16 and the second on July 19-21. Inquiries and sign-up welcome in the golf shop.
PARTY TIME
“Tacos and Two Steppin’” is on the calendar for Friday, June 16 from 5:30 to 10 p.m. in the Pecan ballroom. The meal will include a taco bar, and live music from Texas Backroads will fill the dance floor. Call the clubhouse front desk for a reservation.
MUSIC CLASS
Pecan will host an electric guitar workshop on Saturday, June 17 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. This free event will instruct guitar players already proficient in basic chords on an acoustic guitar who would like to learn how to play rock music on an electric guitar. Folks in possession of an electric guitar and amplifier should bring them; extra instruments will also be on hand for participants to use. The workshop is limited on spots, and registration at the PAC is requested. Instructor Paul Knudsen may be contacted with inquiries or for more information: 682-500-6060.
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