Thursday, April 18, 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.
AUXILIARY FUNDRAISER BENEFITS EMERGENCY SERVICE VOLUNTEERS IN PECAN
More than 200 people enjoyed pancakes and all the trimmings last weekend at the Pecan Plantation Volunteer Fire Department/Emergency Medical Service Auxiliary’s morning fundraiser. Held in an airplane hangar at Planeview Park, the successful day grossed almost $2,000 from pancake sales and raffle prize sales in anticipation of the June 24 auxiliary sponsored golf tournament.
The musical duo JetBlacq, which consists of Pecan residents Rebecca and Frank Faiola, entertained the diners with a variety of music, including some rousing Patriotic tributes. The auxiliary thanks everyone who attended because all proceeds benefit our neighborhood’s fire and medical emergency responders.
SWIMMING LESSONS
Swimming lessons taught by a certified instructor begin in Pecan on Monday, June 5 at the PAC pool with three age-divided classes for participants ranging from 6 months to 9 years. Sign up at the PAC.
TAKE AIM
A two-day archery camp will happen on Monday, June 5 and Tuesday, June 6 at Pecan’s archery/air gun range for youth ages 8 to 13. A hot dog lunch will be provided on Tuesday. Campers should register at the PAC as space is limited.
A two-day air rifle camp will follow Thursday, June 15 and Friday, June 16. Sign up also at the PAC.
GOOD KICKS
Soccer camp comes Monday, June 5 through Friday, June 9 at the PAC soccer field with divisions for players ages 4 to 6 and 7 to 10. Sign up is also at the PAC.
SWIM TIME
The clubhouse pool and Teen Room are now open for the summer. Swimmers are reminded to don proper attire when coming into the clubhouse from the pool as well as to observe all posted pool rules. Parking near the loading dock is prohibited since this area is reserved for delivery trucks. Many fun activities at the pool are on the schedule for the summer.
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.
PAC SCHEDULE
The PAC will now be open for a half day on Wednesdays for recreational use; however, the PAC pool will remain closed.
The new Wednesday hours are from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. with aerobics, pickleball, and open gym on the schedule. For a complete PAC schedule of events and hours of operation, call 817-573-7952.
FREE FLICK
The summer’s first “drive in movie at the PAC” comes Friday, June 9 with a showing of “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” at 9 p.m. Golf carts and lawn chairs are welcome.
BRUSHES READY
Pecan artist Kathy Yoders will facilitate a paint party at the PAC on Saturday, June 10 from 4:30 p.m. 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. Sign up for this event at the PAC.
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.
GOOD DEED
Li Cross and the Fidget Chicks thank the neighbor who recently delivered gadgets and placemats to the PAC. The Fidget Chicks are already using the materials to make fidget mats to be delivered to local nursing homes for use by dementia patients. Just last week, the Fidget Chicks delivered and mailed 90 mats across the country.
GOLF NEWS
Pecan’s Men’s Golf Association will hold pick your own foursome- blind scramble on Saturday, June 10, and the Ladies’ Golf Association has its Member/Member Tournament coming up on Monday, June 19 and Tuesday, June 20. Sign up for golf events in the pro shop: 817-573-2645.
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. Reservations are due by noon on Friday, June 9. Secure a spot by contacting Gerta Howell at ppwcres@gmail.com or 817-964-3139.
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