Bonnie Nowicki Fellow gardeners, get a jump on spring. Why not start now planting some favorite herbs you like to cook with. Wouldn’t it be ideal to have those herbs growing fresh, right outside your door. Here in Quail Creek, we can plant herbs in February. Perennial chives, thyme, mint, oregano, and biennial parsley are…
Category: February 2023
Generals, February 2023
The Woods Concert April 3
Join us on Monday, April 3, at 7 p.m. in the Quail Creek ballroom for an intimate and nostalgic evening of music you won’t want to miss. The Woods (Raquel Cole, Dan O’Rourke, and Leland Rooney), award-winning musicians from Nashville, Tenn., will entertain with acoustic and three-part harmony. Tickets are $20 and are available at…
Sports, February 2023
Relishing Pickleball: The Lob–Part 2
David Zapatka Continuing our study of Pickleball Fundamentals Master the basics and compete with confidence by Mary Littlewood, “The lob is a lofted shot hit off a bounce that can be either offensive or defensive in nature. The object of lobbing is to force your opponents, who are in a strong position at the non-volley…
Features, February 2023
2 Your Health: Tips for Maintaining Strong Bones
Bone health is often an overlooked part of aging. We may not realize that our bones are weakened until we experience a fracture due to a fall or traumatic event. How do you prevent this from happening? Here are some generalized tips to maintain strong, healthy bones: 1. Eat a well-balanced, nutrient-rich diet. Include foods with calcium,…
Clubs & Classes, February 2023
Q4 2022 Member’s Challenge: Looking Up or Looking Down
The Photo Club of Quail Creek continued with its quarterly member’s challenge with quarter four having the topic of “Looking Up” or “Looking Down.” Each club member could enter up to three photos taken during the quarter. This subject was a very popular one for the members and drew 38 entries. All of the photos can be seen…
Clubs & Classes, February 2023
TWOQC On the Go Group Heads East to Mescal Movie Set
Jane Gold On Jan. 13, 12 The Women Of Quail Creek (TWOQC) members visited the Mescal Movie Set near Benson, Ariz. This is the sister of the Old Tucson movie set currently being renovated. Actors in full costume greeted them upon their arrival to ensure an authentic Wild West experience. One of Mescal’s most famous…
Sports, February 2023
Quail Creek Couples Golf Association League Play January 2023
Our first monthly Quail Creek Couples Golf Association (QCCGA) event of the new year started with an afternoon shotgun. However, temperatures were very, very cool, with intermittent sunshine and a light breeze. Golf cart heaters, hand warmers, extra-warm clothing, and colorful knit hats were a must. The new year started on the right foot with…
Sports, February 2023
QCMGA Provides Christmas Lunch to Golf Course Workers
The Quail Creek Men’s Golf Association (QCMGA) provided lunch for the Quail Creek Golf Course maintenance crews on Dec. 21. This is the second year we have provided lunch for the maintenance crews. We want to thank them for their hard work in adverse weather conditions throughout the year to keep the QC Golf Course…
Clubs & Classes, February 2023
Lady Niners Celebrate the Holiday Season
Cindy Gong After a jolly round of nine holes, members of the QC Lady Niners Golf Club gathered at the Madera clubhouse for a holiday lunch, spreading of good cheer, and introducting new board members by outgoing President Susan Struthers. This event, in keeping with the season of giving, allowed members to provide Christmas gifts for…
Generals, February 2023
Free Tax Preparation Service Available
Peggy McGee Free tax preparation for both federal and Arizona returns is being offered by IRS-certified AARP volunteers at La Posada on Wednesdays and Fridays, by appointment only, through April 14. Preparation of returns that include rental income is not authorized. All returns are e-filed. The tax prep site has moved to a new location. They…