Important dates to remember: May 30 through June 20—dog park closed for turf aeration, fertilization, and conditioning June 5—Green Committee meeting, 1:30 p.m., Madera Clubhouse Gold room June 5—Finance Committee meeting, 3 p.m., Kino Conference room June 8 and June 22 —ALC meeting, 9 a.m., Madera Clubhouse Silver room June 1, 8, 15, and 22—Pickleball…
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Generals, June 2023
Let’s Enjoy Summertime at the Anza!
Don Beaver, Director of Fitness Summer is upon us at Quail Creek, and that not only means higher temperatures and fewer residents on property, but also increased use of outdoor activities at the Anza for both fellow residents and guests—especially visiting kids and grandkids. These changes in our use of Anza facilities triggers the need…
Generals, June 2023
Join the Fourth of July Flag-Raising Ceremony and Parade!
All QC residents are encouraged to join us as we celebrate our nation and honor our veterans at the solemn flag-raising ceremony followed by a patriotic parade, sponsored by the Activities Council. Use your imagination to decorate your carts, cars, bikes, scooters, and RZRs for this celebration. Do you have a truck and trailer? Make…
Generals, June 2023
Singing in the Rain Benefit Fashion Show
Peggy McGee The annual Valley Assistance Services (VAS) benefit fashion show will be held on Tuesday, July 18, at high noon in the Madera clubhouse Crystal Ballroom. Because the event will be held during the middle of monsoon season, the theme will be Singing in the Rain. The show will feature 24 unique outfits from Nancy…
Generals, June 2023
Be Mindful of Invasive Grasses
Bonnie Nowicki Here we are in June already. As we prepare for the extreme heat and monsoons, I wish to share with you vital information I learned during a local Master Gardener’s meeting. University of Arizona (U of A) Invasive Species Outreach Specialist Ben Tully gave an excellent and thorough presentation on non-native grasses, targeting…
Generals, June 2023
Deadline Reminder and How to Submit Articles
The deadline for the July edition is June 26 by noon. Please send your submissions on time, and early if possible! You can email your submissions to [email protected] or use our website link: robsonpublishing.com/editorial. For article and photo guidelines or if you have any questions, please call 480-895-4216.
Generals, June 2023
General Manager’s Report: Recreation Activities!
Summer vacations have finally started! If your vacation includes a trip to the mountains in northern Arizona, you will experience beautiful scenery, an array of local festivals—not to mention cooler temperatures. Summer is the perfect time of year for weekend getaways close to home. I recently came across an informative website that offers travel ideas,…
Generals, June 2023
We Love a Parade! If You’re in the July 4th Parade or Want to Watch, Read This!
Pam Rodgers, Chair, QC Activities Council All parade entrants will meet in the Madera clubhouse parking lot for line-up at or before 7:30 a.m. for the celebrated flag-raising ceremony. The parade will begin at 8:30 a.m. The fire engine of the Green Valley Fire Department will lead the parade, followed by Grand Marshal Elliott Jones,…
Generals, June 2023
Your Activities Council Needs You! Looking for Convertibles for July 4th
Pam Rodgers, Chair, QC Activities Council Your Activities Council is planning a cool July 4th celebration and veterans recognition day! Plans include starting with a flag-raising ceremony followed by a parade around the loop. We are looking for volunteers with convertibles or jeeps with removable tops to drive some of our veterans in the parade.…
Generals, June 2023
May 6 Down and Derby Party at Quail Creek
Holly Crombie, Quail Creek Social Activities Council The Down and Derby event was held on May 6 in the QC Grill lounge. It was attended by at least 60 residents. There was a special meal for the day, Hot Brown sandwiches; a special dessert, candied pecans sundaes; and, of course, delicious mint juleps. There was…