The Photo Club of Quail Creek continued with its monthly members contest with December being an “open” topic. Each club member could enter up to three photos taken in the last three years. This subject proved to be very appealing and drew 43 entries. All of the photos can be seen on our Flickr site:…
February 14 is the day of cupids, arrows, chocolates, hearts and love! Get up, sunshine, and go hunting for your “just desserts” because, if you’re lucky, you could be enjoying a free strawberry ice cream sundae with the purchase of any beverage, compliments of Chef Aris and staff. How do you get this free strawberry…
Peggy McGee Unless rain or snow precludes their being on the putting green, the Lady Putters meet throughout the year for camaraderie, to sharpen their putting skills and get a little exercise bending down to pick up their balls. Dues are $15 a year and there is a weekly putting fee of $1. The dues…
The CC Riders gathered early in December for a fun drive to a local treasure, Tanque Verde Ranch, a dude ranch that includes a 60,000-acre cattle operation. The ranch has an interesting history. Don Emilio Carrillo began ranching in the Tanque Verde Valley in 1868. His success brought the attention of bandits who, in 1904,…
On January 12, the Quail Creek Computer Club held its annual open house. Invitations had been extended to the entire Quail Creek community for 2018 members to come and register for 2019, for non-members to come and learn about the club and to sign up for 2019 and for all 2018 and 2019 members to…
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In mid-January, a group of 32 RV’ers took a trip to Lake Havasu to watch the annual Hot Air Balloon Festival. We all got ourselves up early in the morning to watch the balloons being blown up and then a mass ascension that filled the sky. It’s quite spectacular. Other activities included an on the…
Quail Creek pickleball players welcome Helle Sparre, the first professional female instructor to teach at Quail Creek. Helle was the national champion at the USAPA nationals this past November and is a very sought-after instructor. She lives in Mesa, Arizona. She offered a small group lesson and gave a seminar on doubles strategy called dynamite…
We are pleased to welcome Laura Adams to the fitness center. She is a vibrant addition with many years of experience in various fields of expertise. Laura is certified in CrossFit L1/L2, RYT 200 Yoga Instruction, BLS/CPR/AED and as a diabetes educator. After Laura’s son was diagnosed with Type I Diabetes in 2006, she attended…
Bob Stuart Arizona Pathfinders, a nonprofit volunteer group of the Arizona Historical Society, is conducting a one-day tour on Saturday, April 6, 2019, to the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix, AZ. Join us for an interesting musical adventure. Travel is by luxury coach; all fees and gratuities are included. Embark on a musical journey. Spend…