Bonnie Arnold Friday Duplicate Bridge Club helped Harry Mitchell celebrate his 97th birthday on Feb. 27. Harry and his wife of 65 years, Margery, are still active bridge players and Harry still enjoys wood carving. After their three children left the nest, the Mitchells set sail in their sailboat and wandered all over the southern…
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April 2026, Features
Living Retired: My Bad
Gary Chalk Some people don’t apologize, instead they get even. And then there are—you guessed it—men. Many men don’t take the effort to apologize or get even. Have you ever seen a guy get up from the sofa to change the furnace filters a couple of times a year and apologize for taking so long?…
April 2026, Features
April 15 – May 15 Clubs and Organizations Daily Activities and Special c
For Creative Arts and Technology Center (CATC) schedules, please refer to the listings at each individual studio. For any Yoga or Tai Chi classes, etc., please contact Anza Athletic Club. The Crystal Ballroom, Gold, Zinc, Copper, Turquoise, and Silver rooms are located in the Madera Clubhouse, 2055 Kino Conference Center, located at building 1490-1. The…
April 2026, Features
Passwords vs. Passkeys: What’s the Difference—and Why It Matters
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly For years, we’ve all used passwords to log in to our bank accounts, email, and favorite shopping sites. A password is simply a secret word or phrase you create and type in to prove it’s really you. But can your bank really tell it’s you logging in? Or is…
April 2026, Features
Discover the Secrets to Healthy Aging with the UofA
Joyce Shumate Quail Creek residents have a unique opportunity to peek into the future of wellness this April. On Friday, April 17, the Let’s Travel Club will welcome Alex Dubois from the University of Arizona Health Sciences for a special look at how we can all “age together well.” This presentation isn’t just about facts…
April 2026, Features
TWOQC Hatchet Job—Just for Fun!
Debi Gutknecht What do you get when you add together seven members of The Women of Quail Creek (TWOQC) and an afternoon of hatchet throwing? Only adventure, lots of giggles, camaraderie and fun! On March 13, the new TWOQC programs group called Girls Day Out met at St. Hubert’s Hatchet House on West Prince Road…
April 2026, Features
Aloha from TWOQC
Lisa Stilson The Women of Quail Creek’s (TWOQC) Spring Fling was a fun filled Hawaiian-themed luncheon. Attendees were encouraged to wear tropical attire for the event with each receiving a colorful lei to wear. Tables were decorated with appropriate flowers and greenery, The result was a visual delight! The Ukulele Group of Quail Creek entertained…
April 2026, Features
Where in the World Is the “Crossing”?
April 2026, Features
Word of the Month: Portmanteau
David Zapatka Coming from a tech and marketing background, sister and reader, Debbie, recognized a trend in her field that is prevalent today and suggested researching the word, portmanteau. Portmanteau port·man·teau, port-ˈman- tō noun: a word blending the sounds and meanings of two other words Origin and Etymology: From French portemanteau, literally “carry cloak,” a…
April 2026, Features
Dollars and Sense: Spring Into Financial Wellness: 5 Steps for Your Money Check-Up
Elisa Ross Just as you schedule annual physicals with your doctor, your finances deserve regular check-ups. Spring is the perfect time to ensure your financial house is in order with these five essential steps. 1. Review and Update Beneficiaries Life changes, but designations often don’t. Verify that retirement accounts, life insurance and bank accounts reflect…