Category: April 2015

Pro Shop fashion show

Models Kandi Roy, Janet Brown, Janet Mathis, Jan Baron, Peg Avent, Ann Brooks, Dianne Turner, Lynn Thomas, Vance Klaus and Ed Mancini

Terri Erickson The QCLGA (18 hole club) was treated to a very special event Thursday, March 5 when at the conclusion of their Pick Your Partner Scramble there was a lunch and fashion show presented by Linda Klaus, Merchandise Buyer of the Quail Creek Pro Shop. There were ten models, eight lovely ladies and two…

Minnesota Club parties

Ellen McLaughlin, Kathleen McLaughin and Judy Brzinski

Linda Roeller You certainly don’t have to be a Minnesotan, but it helps to be a country western fan to recognize and enjoy the following: “25 dollar bid it now, 30 dollar 30 Will you gimmie 30 make it 30 Bid it on a 30 dollar will you gimmie 30. Who’ll bid a 30 dollar…

Beginner gourd class

Carol Signore’s elephant gourd mask

Carol Signore Quail Creek Gourd Club hosted 22 residents in March for a Beginner’s Workshop in gourd artistry. Gathered here with instructors Danna Haddock and Joyce Palm are attendees learning to clean, carve and wood burn at rotating stations around the studio in the new Center For Creative Arts. At the workshop’s last station attendees…

Residents enjoy “Girls Only” Caribbean cruise

Group therapy on a cruise ship--really works!

We’re back! 23 Quail Creek women and friends have just returned from the fourth Girls Only Caribbean Cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s Independence of the Seas. We danced, we ate, we zip-lined, we toured, we shopped. Most of all, we laughed! We spent enough money to keep those small economies afloat—again! Part of group therapy was…

Putt “N” on the Ritz

President Sharon Paxson, Wanda Martin, Sue Gunter and Patti Ackerman

Marci Yenerich The Quail Creek Lady Niners really did it this time! Chairmen Eileen Kowalk and Judy Brzinski led an efficient committee which started in November 2014, with planning our annual Invitational. Ten neighboring clubs joined in the fun with black, white and red as the color scheme and top hats were featured for the…

Dispelling the Myths of Hospice presentation

Meet the staff of Soulistic Hospice and gain an understanding of the hospice benefit, how someone may qualify and have an opportunity to answers your questions. Did you know? For those eligible: Hospice services are 100% covered by Medicare and most private insurances. Hospice cares for the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the patient…

Critter Club news

Come on in; the water’s fine!

Marilyn Darcangelo It’s time for another Yappy Pool Party on Saturday, April 25 at 3:00 p.m. Leash your dog and grab your camera (swimsuits optional) and have as much fun as your pet. Refreshments will be provided. This is a member only event as space is limited. Contact Marilyn Darcangelo at [email protected] of 625-2267 for…

Arizona collection is new at the clubhouse library

Larry Thomson Nonfiction and fiction books, movies and magazines on Arizona and the Sonoran Desert are now available on a shelf in the clubhouse library located just above the jig saw puzzle cabinets. New residents, renters and visitors particularly may find these items of interest. Donations are needed. Bring in anything you believe is related…

2 Your Health: Changing the status quo with stem cells

Editor’s Note: “2 Your Health” is a new column in the Quail Creek Crossing dedicated to health issues. Each month different doctors and or medical associations, from varying specialties, will be writing on issues of importance. Articles are based on experiences and independent research conducted by the doctors or medical associations. We encourage anyone considering…