Category: September 2014

Niners and Duffers hold annual golf event

The Duffers cool down at the Oasis

Wally Ueberschar On Thursday, August 21 the Ladies’ and Men’s nine hole golf leagues held their annual Golf Event. We had eighteen full teams competing in the scramble for a nice day of golf. The monsoons held off allowing us to finish playing and meet at the Oasis Patio for refreshments and announcement of the…

A volunteer story

Amelia Reyes-Crozier I first experienced the Tucson Meet Yourself Festival as a young child back in the 1970s and for many years I attended the festival as a spectator. Several years ago, I was asked to present a booth introducing a foreign exchange student program. A year later, I found myself volunteering alongside students from…

TWOQC hosts baby shower for National Guard

The shower committee was rewarded with hugs and smiles for their efforts to make the moms aware of the love and respect the military has from the community; photo by Eileen Sykora

Peggy McGee Twenty four moms to be or moms who had recently delivered their babies were treated at an over the top shower by The Women of Quail Creek. With a theme of Noah’s Ark, animals of all types graced the tables that were covered with brightly covered cloths. Each mom received a laundry basket…

The Wine Life – September 2014

The Blessed Rhone Andrew McCreery There are several places in this world that just seem to be special. Everyone has their own list of magical places. For me one of those areas is the Rhone River of France, especially the southern region. So many elements of history, culture, geography and, of course, wine intersect with…

6th annual Chili Cookoff September 26

The sixth annual GVFFA Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser will be held September 26, 2014, in the Madera Clubhouse Ballroom from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Local fire and law enforcement departments will kick up the heat at the sixth annual chili cook-off fundraiser and all proceeds will benefit local families in need. Hosted by Quail Creek and…

Nurses’ Group gearing up for the fall

The Nurses’ Group last spring

Karen Lickteig After a quiet summer and lots of vacations the Nurses’ Group will get started with a Pizza Party Monday, September 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the home of Crystal Wolfe. A talk on Malaria and Ebola will be discussed. All nurses active and retired are invited to attend our get-togethers. The nurses continue…

Educational Foundation plans unique fundraiser

Deb Kutina Sahuarita Educational Enrichment Foundation (SEEF) is planning Jamming in the Park on Saturday, October 18 at Anamax Park from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Come and join the fun and support college scholarships, teacher mini-grants, L.I.N.K., early childhood and adult education, athletics and much more. Enjoy entertainment by Jack Bishop Band, Mariachi singer…

Rally on the SarengeTee

Left to right, back row: Marci Yenerich, Cheryl Collyer and Mary Lynne Fischer; front, Rose Welliver, Sherry Gall and Cheri Sipe

Terri Erickson The rally committee is gearing up once again to prepare for the annual Rally for the Cure on Thursday, October 23. The event, held in conjunction with the Susan G. Komen Foundation, is meant to raise money for a cure and to raise awareness of breast cancer and breast health. All ladies of…

Painting workshop planned

Acrylic and Watercolor painting class will be held every Monday beginning October 6 through December 15 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. with Instructor Joyce Finn. Classes will be $5 each. Each class starts with a lecture or demonstration. Students then paint on a subject of their choice with help from the instructor. Bring your own…

Sunset trail ride and BBQ at Houston’s Ranch

Houston’s Ranch will host a sunset trail ride with BBQ New York steak dinner on three dates, Saturday, November 1, Friday, November 28 and Saturday, November 29. Quail Creek joins with Houston Ranch every fall to offer a unique outdoor experience to our residents. This scenic two hour trail ride into the Sonoran Desert is…