Category: Generals

Unit Happenings – October 2025

Introducing the Quail Creek Secret Sauce of Unit 6! Carole Berg Welcome to the first in a series celebrating the beating heart of Quail Creek—our units! Each one is a little world of neighbors, friendships, and fun. First up: Unit 6, one of QC’s originals, tucked just across Quail Crossing Boulevard from the Anza Athletic…

Are You Okay?

We ask because we care. The Daily Check-In is available to the residents of Quail Creek who want a straightforward way to let someone know that they are okay. It involves partnering up two people who will send and receive a short text message on a daily basis to check in with each other. There…

AARP Seeks Volunteer Tax Preparers

Peggy McGee The AARP Tax-Aide program is once again looking for volunteers who are interested in preparing income tax returns for Tax Year 2025 for local area residents. The service offers free tax preparation on Wednesdays and Fridays at the La Posada campus starting on Feb. 4 and running through April 15. Hours are 8:30…

Quail Creek Country Club Dancers

Doug Shumway The Country Club Dancers will be hosting dances in the Madera clubhouse ballroom for the 2025-26 season. The charge for each dance remains at $5 per person. The October dance is free. Our DJ’s selection of swing, foxtrot, waltz, Latin, and more will be the music you love and will make you want…

Rattlesnake Safety Alert

Rattlesnakes are active at night and often blend into their surroundings. Protect yourself by staying alert and following these safety guidelines: Use a Flashlight Always carry a flashlight when outdoors after dark. Shine it on your path to spot snakes that may be on the ground or hidden near buildings, equipment, or landscaping. Wear Protective…

Charge Into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home

Fire Prevention Week (FPW) is Oct. 5-11. This year’s theme is the safe use of lithium-ion batteries. While efficient, these batteries can cause dangerous fires if damaged or misused—burning up to 5,000 F, releasing toxic gases, and even reigniting later. Fires involving e-bikes and scooters are on the rise. Safety tips from the National Fire…

Fall Prevention

Falls can happen to anyone, but adults 65+ are at higher risk—one in four will fall each year, and one fall doubles the chance of another. Why it matters: • Leading cause of injury and injury-related death • Three million ER visits yearly for fall injuries • Over 95% of hip fractures caused by falls…

Annual Charity Women’s Golf Tournament

Linda Klaus It’s time once again for all of the Quail Creek Ladies Golf Associations to come together for their annual “Chip-In for Charity” event. The Ladies 18-Hole Golf Association, the Ladies 9-Holers, and the Lady Putters are all sponsoring this community-wide event on Thursday, Oct. 30, which includes golf tournaments and a luncheon. The…

Common Area Overseeding—Lawn Closures

Our common area lawns will soon undergo seasonal overseeding to ensure healthy, green grass through the winter months. What to Expect Scalping and Planting: Existing Bermudagrass will be scalped, and winter ryegrass seed will be planted directly into the turf. Increased Watering: To help the ryegrass germinate, sprinklers will run every two hours between 6…