Alphie Smith and Lois Connell University of Arizona College Democrats Come to Quail Creek The Ocotillo and Mesquite Rooms at the Kino Center were filled with residents who came to hear from the next generation of Democrats. The meeting was held on Sept. 13 at 3 p.m. The University of Arizona College Democrats included students…
Bruce Hartsell Jim Burkstrand won first place in the August Photography Club contest with A Morning Shadow. The contest theme was Light and Shadow. Jim captured the image on the Proctor Trail in Madera Canyon while walking in the early morning looking for pollinators. He said, “I came across this red paper wasp who had…
Janine Baxter September had the Nurses of Quail Creek gathering at beautiful Desert Meadows Park in Green Valley. Dean Curd, president of the GVR Tai Chi Arts Club, shared the basic principles of Tai Chi and gave a small demonstration. Tai Chi is a gentle, low-impact activity involving deliberate, flowing motions while focusing on deep,…
Pam Hartwell-James Eighteen spirited women gathered for an afternoon of laughter, brainpower, and friendly competition. Contestants faced a challenging yet fun-filled set of Twenty Questions, covering everything from pop culture to history. After a lively battle of wits, the team known as the Desert Divas emerged victorious, claiming the top spot and bragging rights, along…
Shari Rodgers Karate has long been recognized as a tool for women’s empowerment! This ancient martial art instills in women a sense of mental strength and resilience. Let’s explore the impact of karate on women’s lives and how it inspires confidence. From building physical fitness to cultivating discipline and self-confidence, karate has become an empowering…
Janine Baxter On Sept. 3 the Quail Creek Genealogy Club welcomed Mr. Ed Storey, a historian with the Arizona Genealogical Advisory Board and author for genealogy magazines like Your Genealogy Today and Internet Genealogy. We learned about reading Sanborn Maps, as well as using city directories to find vital info (addresses, occupations, etc.) of our…
Peggy McGee The staff and board of directors of Valley Assistance Services (VAS) extend their deep appreciation to the Quail Creek residents who supported their first Guac & Give event. In addition to the many who attended the event at Tubac Golf Resort and also supported the 50/50 raffle, others made monetary donations. VAS hopes…
Peggy McGee The project was 18 months in the making because of design issues and approvals, but the Green Valley Chapter, Military Officers Association of America, persevered and was finally able to donate 150 Challenge Coins to support the Tucson VA Hospital. The Challenge Coins will be presented to those who successfully complete the special…
Gary Chalk Recently, my wife Jan and I purchased a gas fire table so we can look forward to enjoying cooler evenings on our patio. “Gary, I am looking online at a nice fire table,” Jan said. “The problem is it comes unassembled, with a 30-page instruction book marked ‘Danger! Fire and Explosion Hazard!’” “Jan,…
