Peggy McGee Like to try new things? Up for a challenge? If you are new to Putters and have not tried golfing by the glow of the silvery moon, then this is an event you won’t want to miss. If you are not a member of the Lady Putters, then talk to a member and…
This year’s Arizona Senior Olympics swimming competition took place on February 24 at the Mesquite Groves Aquatic Center in Chandler. The first event, the 1,650-yard freestyle (swimmer’s mile), started at 8:00 a.m. sharp when the air temperature was a brisk 36 degrees, but the pool temperature was set for competition. Bob Smith swam in this…
Peggy McGee The Green Valley Chapter Military Officers Association has finalized its plans for the annual Mix and Mingle scheduled for Tuesday, March 19 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the Madera Clubhouse Gold Room and Lounge. Cost for the event is $12. MOAA is opened to commissioned and warrant officers, active duty, reserve, National Guard, former…
A big thank you to Bunny Mitro for having the February nurses meeting at her home. It was amazing to see the variety and creativity of the sandwiches we shared (plus dessert). During our meal, Karen Baker, a QC resident, talked about her role in the Honor Flight program and the need for volunteer nurses…
Maryellen Farmer Fifteen lucky Quail Creekers will tour the Big Room at Kartchner Caverns on Wednesday, March 20. While the Throne Room is visited more often, the Big Room tour is available only part of the year because, from April through September, it serves as a “nursery” for cave bats (Myotis velifer). When the bats…
On February 26, the Quail Creek Computer Club held its monthly meeting and presentation which was open to all QC residents. Over 60 people attended. After a short business meeting consisting of a brief review of last month’s activities and a treasurer’s report, Chuck Gorley presented a talk on Smart Home Automation. Our homes…
Doug and Dinah Shumway enjoy the live music at the second dance of the Quail Creek Country Club Dancers held on February 19 in the Madera Clubhouse Ballroom. A third dance is scheduled for Wednesday, March 13. Stay tuned. Plans are underway for dances in the 2019/20 season.
Jerry G. Bryant On February 6, somewhere north of the Pima County line heading up State Route 79, the blustery, cold and wet morning yielded to clearing skies and sunshine. Spirits in our Cool Car caravan lifted. Three hours after leaving Quail Creek and one pit stop later, we arrived at the Gold Canyon Golf…
JoAnn Haberer On February 25, The Women of Quail Creek and our local Relay for Life team, Quail Creek Fights Back, held a sold-out fashion show fundraising event for the American Cancer Society. Over three hundred women gathered for lunch, a fashion show, silent auction, 50/50 and gift basket raffles and an all-around fun time…
Learn to Rumba and/or Waltz for just $30 per person, per course. Course One: Rumba, level 1 Learn the basic steps and techniques in this fun and easy Latin dance. Three Thursdays, March 14, 21, 28 from 6:30-7:25 p.m. Course Two: Waltz, level 1 Learn the basic steps and techniques in the beautiful ballroom dance.…