Shari Rodgers One of the most iconic weapons used in karate is the “bo.” Some might call it a staff. A bo is a long wooden stick that can be used for both offensive and defensive purposes. On March 8 the Quail Creek karate members attended a special class at West Coast Karate in Tucson.…
Janine Baxter The March event for the Nurses of Quail Creek was an information session about pickleball players here in Quail Creek who have been awarded grant money. Not so unusual until you learn that these players also have Parkinson’s, and the grant came from the Parkinson’s Foundation. A presentation was given by Lenny Friedman,…
Janine Baxter The Quail Creek Genealogy Club (QCGC) carpooled to the Sahuarita Arizona FamilySearch Center in lieu of their March 5 meeting. Fifteen enthusiastic genealogists of all different skill levels enjoyed learning about what’s available at the library research area at the center. All researchers know it can get very costly at times to learn…
Joyce Shumate The Let’s Travel Club monthly presentation will be on Friday, April 18. Randy Graf, president and CEO of the Green Valley/Sahuarita Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center, will present information about what you can find at the local Visitor Center. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or just planning something to do when the…
Linn Myrick On a recent Let’s Travel Club day trip, members carpooled to the beautiful Catalina foothills to visit the Tucson Auto Museum’s new location. Every car has a story! During our one-and-a-half-hour private tour, Museum docent and Quail Creek resident Jerry Gardner shared interesting facts and a bit of history behind many American and…
Rob Baxter Regarding Scammers and Chickpeas and AI, you may rather go up against Lions and Tigers and Bears, so stay informed! At our February meeting, we had the privilege of hosting the Green Valley Sheriff’s Auxiliary’s Scam Squad. They shared insights into the latest scams, many of which specifically target seniors. Alarmingly, scammers are…
Connie Vaughan Caring Hearts & Hands (CHH) of Quail Creek, a philanthropic group that supports Youth On Their Own (YOTO), believes in the adage, “Third time’s the charm!” On Feb. 25 CHH delivered its third Fashion Show and Luncheon to more than 300 women in the Madera clubhouse ballroom. Thanks to the generosity of the…