Wednesday, May 8, 2024
AUXILIARY’S FALL BAZAAR ADDS NEW OFFERING FOR PECAN RESIDENTS
At last week’s Pecan Plantation Volunteer Fire Department/Emergency Medical Service Auxiliary sponsored Fall Bazaar, members of Pecan’s Safety and Security Committee fingerprinted children and distributed identification kits to their parents and grandparents. Residents may anticipate more such opportunities at upcoming neighborhood events.
GLOBAL EATS
“Dining Around the World” is coming to Pecan today, Saturday, Oct. 14, from 5-9 p.m., when dishes representing Germany, France, Italy, New Orleans, Polynesia, and Texas will be on the menu. No passport is needed to enjoy this four-hour dining experience and entertainment at the clubhouse. Executive Chef Jordan Ray says, “There will be five mini restaurants set up in and around the clubhouse, and members and guests will be invited to eat and drink to their heart’s content.” Ray also adds that the evening “will be all about fun.” The “tour” will begin with a champagne start in the clubhouse lobby that will include a photo opportunity with an ice sculpture. Call the clubhouse front desk for reservations: 817-573-2641.
GROWING WELL
A workday is happening today, Saturday, Oct. 14 at the Pecan Plantation Community Gardens, and “happy hour” in the garden will occur Tuesday, Oct. 17. All Pecaners are invited to visit the garden to learn of its offerings. In addition, new members are always welcome. No previous gardening experience is necessary to join the group. Applications are available at the PAC front desk, and annual dues are $25.
INFO MEETINGS
The board of directors for Pecan’s Volunteer Fire Department/Emergency Medical Service will host two town hall meetings to discuss the proposed assessment increase in 2024 today, Saturday, Oct. 14 (one at 10 a.m. and the other at 2 p.m.), at the Charlie Lee EMS Building on Monticello Drive. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about each department, as well as visit with board members, firefighters, and EMS crews. Displays, children’s activities, and demonstrations will also be a part of the day.
PAINT TIME
Tomorrow, Sunday, Oct. 15 from 1-4 p.m. brings “Pecan Paint Along” with Kathy Yoders at the PAC. The day will include step-by-step instruction on completing an acrylic painting. No experience necessary; sign up at the PAC: 817-573-7952.
GENEALOGY GROUP
Pecan’s Genealogy Group will meet at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 17 at the EMS meeting room on Monticello Drive. Everyone is welcome to the program covering the importance of fundamentals in genealogy presented by Carol Benson.
WOMAN’S CLUB
The next meeting of the Pecan Plantation Woman’s Club (PPWC) comes Thursday, Oct. 19. The day will include a business meeting, lunch, and a program presented by Tootie Latte, a top accordionist in North Texas who charms audiences with Parisian, German, and Italian (and other types) of music. The tabletop charity for the day will be Hood County Christmas for Children.
DINING DONATION
A recent project of the PPWC included procuring and donating leather bound menu covers for the Brazos Room. The new jackets made their debut the same day Pecan’s Executive Chef Jordan Ray revealed the new fall menu.
GARAGE SALE
Pecan’s fall garage sale weekend is on the calendar for Friday, Oct. 20 and Saturday, Oct. 21. Friday’s sale for members only will run from 3:30-7:30 p.m. with Saturday’s operations happening from 7 a.m.-5 p.m. and open to the public. Residents received email with a QR code allowing folks who desire to be included in the garage sale master list to add items available for purchase.
WIDOWS AND WIDOWERS
The next meeting of Pecan’s Widows and Widowers Club is coming on Tuesday, Oct. 24, and reservations are due the week prior on Tuesday, Oct. 17. Secure a spot by sending email to caryl.mahaffey@charter.net.
BOOKS TO GO
The Hood County Bookmobile will return to the PAC on Wednesday, Oct. 25 from 3:30-5 p.m. Patrons may both check out and return library books at the bookmobile.
HALLOWEEN HAPPENING
Trunk or Treat is coming to the PAC on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 2-4 p.m., and volunteers are needed to distribute candy to the costumed little ones. Games, a costume contest, and loads of fun are on the menu. Call the PAC front desk to sign up: 817-573-7952.
MORE IMPROVEMENT
Road work continues this week on Monticello Drive with the removal of the current surface followed by cement stabilization. Weather permitting, this section of work will proceed to a point just before the front traffic circle.
WELCOME ABOARD
Congratulations to Pam Kuhlman on being selected to Pecan’s board of directors and best wishes for a successful tenure.
GOLF WINNERS
Pecan’s Club Champion golf tournament last weekend boasted more than 100 golfers vying for titles at a most successful event.
Congratulations go to the winners for the day: Jared Harp, men’s winner; Kenna Harrison, ladies’ winner; Ken McCloud, men’s senior title; and Jeanne Green, senior women’s title. Many thanks also go to the pro shop staff and all volunteers who facilitated the day.
HOLIDAY OPPORTUNITY
Reggie Hargrove, a volunteer for Pecan’s Toys for Tots initiative, announces that the golf pro shop contains a bright red Toys for Tots donation box where donors may leave checks, which will in turn be used to purchase Christmas gifts for children in our community. In addition to leaving a donation in the box, folks may participate in the Toys for Tots Golf Tournament scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 2 when all proceeds will directly benefit Granbury’s local Toys for Tots group. Making this year “the biggest and best ever for as many local children as possible” is the goal for our golfing community.
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