Bob Stuart Arizona Pathfinders, a nonprofit volunteer group of the Arizona Historical Society, is conducting a five day tour on October 26 through 29, 2015, to the Rustic Border Region of Arizona and New Mexico. Join us for a memorable tour to the remote parts of this region of the Colorado Plateau and Chihuahaun Desert.…
Category: October 2015
October 2015
Lady Putters seeking new members
Peggy McGee The Lady Putters meet every Wednesday at the Putting Green. Some come for the opportunity to improve their putting on the golf course but most come to enjoy some laughter and friendship. Ladies are invited to try out the group twice before making a commitment to join. Dues are $15 for the year.…
October 2015
From the Himalayas to the Sierra Madres
Ron and Vicki Sullivan In early October, 2015, a vehicle filled with children’s clothing will depart Quail Creek and drive about 300 miles to the pueblo of Juan Mata Ortiz in Chihuahua, Mexico. How these winter clothing gifts, hand-crafted by Nepalese women, will reach the foothills of the Sierra Madres begins with a story involving…
October 2015
TWOQC Thermal Totes for sale
Janice Pell TWOQC will be selling thermal totes Monday, October 26 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. in the Madera Lobby. The roomy insulated totes feature a coated thermal film that helps keep food either warm or cold, depending on the need. A zippered closure helps to retain temperatures and keep groceries contained. Keeping one or…
October 2015
Bites, stings and scratches
Peggy McGee Naturalist Jeff Babson kept The Women of Quail Creek both entertained and informed when he talked about the things in the desert that bite, sting and scratch or for the unlucky victim, perhaps all of the above. Armed with a plethora of photos, Jeff, owner of Sky Island Tours, an environmental education and…
October 2015
Colorful chile ristras
Dave Peterson A ristra is an arrangement of drying chile pepper pods. Historically, the pods were thrown up on the roofs of houses to dry but eventually it became more functional to hang them so they received better circulation. Hatch, New Mexico is the world capital of chile growing, stringing and sales. As the harvest…
October 2015
Upcoming Sahuarita events
Gene Chapman Memorial Tumacacori Century October 18 Gene Chapman Memorial Tumacacori Century: The route is a mixture of flat, rolling hills, and challenging climbs, and very picturesque, many cyclists record their best time for riding a century on this route, sweep support is available, bike mechanic on hand for minor repairs, options for 31, 71…
October 2015
Quail Creek Ballroom Dance Club invites you to “Be Our Guest”
Dodie Prescott The Quail Creek Ballroom Dance Club invites Quail Creek residents to Be Our Guest at one of our upcoming dinner/dances. Even if you’re not a member of the club, you can join us to socialize with friends and neighbors, enjoy wonderful gourmet meals and listen to big band music in the Crystal Ballroom…
October 2015
QCPOA Board and Administration news and reminders
Dates to Remember Quail Creek residents are invited to attend monthly Board Meetings in the Madera Clubhouse; Q & A to follow. The meetings are the third Monday of the month. Upcoming dates are as follows: Board Meeting Monday, October 19, 1:00 p.m., Ballroom Annual Board Meeting Thursday, November 12, 6:00 p.m., Ballroom Board Meeting…
October 2015
TWOQC November meeting
Janice Pell The Women of Quail Creek will meet November 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the Madera Ballroom. Mark the date as it is earlier than usual because of the Thanksgiving holiday. The program for the evening will be The Best Hidden Treasures of Southern Arizona, presented by Jim Gressinger, a travel writer and the…