Diane Gordon, President Quail Creek has many new women residents, so I thought it would be a good time to summarize what The Women Of Quail Creek (TWOQC) is. Our current membership is more than 330 women. We are a nonprofit Arizona corporation, which is also a charitable 501(c)(3) organization pursuant to the IRS. Our Mission Statement says,…
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Clubs & Classes, September 2023
Let’s Play Pool with TWOQC!
Jane Gold On Aug. 1, 10 members of The Women of Quail Creek (TWOQC) got out of the heat, stayed cool, and played pool with their friends in the recently renovated and expanded Billiards Room at Madera clubhouse. All levels were welcomed. They enjoyed the new space, described as the “Best Pool Room in the…
Clubs & Classes, August 2023
TWOQC Members Board the Mexican Train
Jane Gold On July 11, 24 The Women Of Quail Creek (TWOQC) members had the opportunity to find out how to play Mexican Train. Easy to learn, Mexican Train Dominoes is a game that combines just the right mix of skill and luck and can be enjoyed by all ages. (In fact, it’s a great…
Clubs & Classes, August 2023
Every WIT Scholarship Is a Story of a Woman In Transition—This Is Elizabeth Herrera’s Story …
Inna Shames “Grateful is an understatement for what these scholarships have helped me with!” Elizabeth Herrera is a two-time WIT Scholarship recipient graduating this August with a master’s in nursing from the University of Arizona. As a child, seeing her mother’s dedication to her job as a caregiver to the elderly, Elizabeth knew she wanted…
Clubs & Classes, July 2023
TWOQC In My Kitchen Event
Jane Gold A “Light and Summery Refreshments with Friends!” event was hosted by Jennie Gaines. On June 21, nine The Women Of Quail Creek (TWOQC) members made cucumber agua fresca to drink, along with diabetic-friendly dips like blue cheese, avocado salsa for salads, tomatillo salsa, cucumber and radish salsa, tzatziki sauce/dip, and everything bagel dip!…
Clubs & Classes, July 2023
Patriotic 4th of July Rock Painting with Janet!
Jane Gold Summer is around the corner, so on June 6 seven The Women Of Quail Creek (TWOQC) members gathered in Janet Rumford’s casita to paint 4th of July rocks and flags! No artistic talent was required. The students learned how to use “dotters” to make the eyes. Janet provided all necessary supplies for a…
Clubs & Classes, June 2023
Residents’ Generosity Brings the ‘Joy of Books’ to Local Elementary Students
Peggy McGee The Women of Quail Creek (TWOQC), who hope to inspire summer reading, donated 324 new books to Sopori Elementary School in Amado. Each of the 108 students received three books in a bookbag handmade by members of the Quail Creek Needle Works and Quilting Covey Clubs, along with two hand-crafted laminated bookmarks made…
Clubs & Classes, June 2023
An On-the-Go Event—U.S. Customs and Border Protection Motto: Honor First
Pat Neel A much-anticipated excursion to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Facility in Nogales, Ariz., was the destination for 15 of The Women Of Quail Creek adventurers. The March 23 visit was informative and fascinating. It expanded the group’s understanding of the important work and dedication required for protecting U.S. borders. The tour included…
Clubs & Classes, June 2023
TWOQC On the Go Experience to Tucson Botanical Gardens
Jane Gold On April 26, 10 The Women Of Quail Creek (TWOQC) members joined Brenda Rock and Karen Woodrow for an excursion to the middle of Tucson to visit the Tucson Botanical Gardens. It recently received one of the 10 Best Readers’ Choice 2023 awards from USA Today. It is the No. 4 Best Botanical Garden out…
Clubs & Classes, June 2023
Women in Transition Scholarships Making a Difference … Changing Lives!
Inna Shames In 2017 Jasmine Spear received the first The Women Of Quail Creek (TWOQC) Women in Transition (WIT) Scholarship for $1,000 to obtain a bachelor’s degree in public health. A stay-at-home mom of three with an associate’s degree from Pima Community College, Jasmine was taking courses at Brigham Young University, financing them by giving voice lessons…