Category: August 2022

It’s Fall Fashion Show Time

Peggy McGee Fabulous Fall Fashions is the theme for the Third Annual Valley Assistance Services (VAS) benefit fashion show. The event will take place in the Madera Clubhouse Crystal Ballroom on Wednesday, Sept. 21. Outfits will be provided by Nancy Pantz, with most of the models being from Quail Creek. The doors will open at…

The Evolution of the Putters’ Quail Pins

Peggy McGee In 2019 the Lady Putters decided to introduce a new way to recognize those ladies who did exceptionally well on the putting green. The solution: a pin with the club’s quail mascot. A member could earn a pin if she got five or more holes-in-one on a single day. It didn’t take long…

General Manager’s Report

Monsoon storms bring dust storms, flash floods, lightning, and extreme heat. Protect yourself and your family by staying informed. During a dust storm, will you know what to do? Pull aside—stay alive! * Avoid driving into or through a dust storm. * If you encounter a dust storm, immediately check traffic around your vehicle (front,…

June Photo Club Photo Contest: Reflections

The Photo Club of Quail Creek continued with its monthly members’ contest, with June having the topic of “Reflections.” Each club member could enter up to three photos taken in the last three years. This subject was a popular one for the members and drew 28 entries. All of the photos can be seen on our…

It’s a Bird’s World

Bonnie Nowicki As gardeners, we may imagine our carefully tended landscapes as ideal havens for our feathered friends. This past spring and summer definitely proved my home surroundings met their requirements and surpassed my expectations twice over. From mid-February through June, my family, neighbors, and I witnessed the daily ritual of a mother mourning dove…

A Big Thank You to Quail Creek from MOAA

Peggy McGee The Green Valley Chapter Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) extends its sincere thank you to the residents who so generously supported the annual Food for the Troops collection over the 4th of July weekend. When the almost 300 pounds of food was presented to Michaelena “Mikie” Hoeye, Airman and Family Readiness Program…

Benefit Concert on August 15

Peggy McGee There are still some tickets available for Valley Assistance Services’ (VAS) benefit concert on Aug. 15 at 7 p.m. in the ballroom. The concert will feature Nick Gallardo singing hits made famous by the Everly Brothers, Ricky Nelson, Ritchie Valens, and Frankie Valli. Tickets are $30 each. Concert proceeds will support over a…

Activities Council Honors Veterans

Honoring our veterans on the Fourth of July was the aim of the QC Activities Council under the direction of Epifania Torres. The day began with Bill Foraker emceeing the flag raising ceremony with the cadets from Sahuarita High School presenting the colors and raising the flag. Commander Brad Roberson was our guest speaker, delivering inspiring…