Get ready to step into a time capsule of ’80s and ’90s vibes at the 3rd Annual Classic Truck Show (’98 and older) in downtown Chandler, Ariz., set to take place at 125 E Commonwealth Place on March 23 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year, the event promises an impressive lineup featuring 600 classic trucks and…
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Generals, March 2024
Word of the Month: Apricity
David Zapatka Friend and fellow pickleball player, Natasha Thompson, writes, “‘Apricity’ means warmth of the sun in winter. Did I expand your vocabulary?” Yes, you have, Tash, and I expect you will be expanding our readers’ vocabulary with this word as well. Maybe you will even bring it back into use as it has fallen…
Generals, March 2024
Snake Awareness
Melani Caron With the unseasonably warm temperatures this time of year, we are seeing many who are ready to soak up some sun. With that, we need to be aware of snakes who also enjoy sunbathing. With Quail Creek being surrounded by the Arizona natural desert, there may be an occasional time when any one…
Generals, March 2024
Walk Safely!
This is a safety reminder regarding walking or running in the multi-purpose lane of our roadways. These lanes are being shared with wheeled vehicles, such as golf cars and bicycles, which have the right-of-way. Pedestrians in them do not have the right-of-way and jeopardize themselves and these vehicles when they fail to yield to them.…
Generals, March 2024
QC Library Rolls Out New Bookmark at Its Annual Meeting
Alphie Smith The annual meeting of the Quail Creek Library at Madera Clubhouse was held on Feb. 22 at 1 p.m. in the Kino Center. There were 26 attendees, including the Library Management Team, volunteers, and Quail Creek’s new POA board member Ralph Scafuri. Co-chairs Alphie Smith and Carolyn Good gave general remarks regarding the library in…
Generals, March 2024
Caring Hearts & Hands Raises $11,500 for Youth On Their Own
Connie Vaughan On Feb. 6 Caring Hearts & Hands of Quail Creek held their second annual Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon to benefit Youth On Their Own (YOTO). YOTO is a dropout prevention program that supports high school graduation and the continued success of youth experiencing homelessness in Pima County. Two hundred ninety-four women attended…
Generals, March 2024
The 19th Annual Chefs’ Gala: A Feast Fit for Ancient Rome
Robson Ranch Arizona recently hosted the 19th Annual Chefs’ Gala, an extravagant event showcasing the culinary talents of the Robson Resort Communities. Spearheaded by George Atwell, Vice President of Food & Beverage Operations, who also served as the master of ceremonies for the evening, this year’s Gala transported guests to the days of Ancient Rome…
Generals, March 2024
Changes to the Vacation Watch Program
Melani Caron As announced at the January Coffee with the GM, the board of directors has authorized changes to the Vacation Watch Program. An audit of the Vacation Watch Program revealed that the majority of homeowners using the program already have a friend/neighbor or third-party service watching their homes during their absence. A much smaller…
Generals, March 2024
Update Source Book Listing
Are you a new resident in Quail Creek? Recently moved to a different address within the community? Need to update your listing in the Quail Creek Source Book™? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, then please fill in the information as you would like it to appear in the Source Book at…
Generals, March 2024
Green Valley Fire Corp: Smoke Alarms
Melani Caron One of the most rewarding experiences is volunteering. The mission of the Green Valley Fire Corps is to provide prevention and safety services to the community and enhance the effectiveness of the Green Valley Fire District (GVFD). Each year, the Fire Corps goes into about 2,000 homes in our district to ensure our…