Peggy McGee At their Veterans Day dinner, the Green Valley Chapter Military Officers Association of America remembered the less fortunate children in the area when they collected new toys for Christmas. The annual Toys for Tots collection is sponsored by the Tucson-based Marine Corps Reserve. Members not only bought toys, but also donated $454 to…
Deb Nesbitt The Photo Club of Quail Creek October photo contest focused on “shadows.” Eligible photos were taken within the last three years with only minimal post processing allowed. Jeff Krueger took first place with Headin’ Home. Jeff shared he was doing an Arizona highways photo workshop in Canyon de Chelly when, one day, they…
As an honorably retired military veteran (serving more than 34 years as enlisted and officer), Ken Robinson, LTC, U.S. Army (Ret.), has earned numerous medals and accolades for his service, including the Legion of Merit medal as well as two Meritorious Service Medals, and he served in the Vietnam War and the Gulf War. Further, he…
Deb Melton Trisha was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii. She met her husband John in college at Bucknell University near where he was from. They will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary in 2022. The couple lived in Pennsylvania before moving to Washington State in the late 1970s. They lived a short time in…
On the evening of Nov. 10, Marines from Quail Creek Semper Fi Club, along with friends of the Corps, celebrated the 246th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps. The honored guest was Lieutenant General John F. Goodman, USMC (Retired), accompanied by Mrs. Gayle Goodman. Colonel Steve Sanford, USMC (Retired), President of the Quail Creek…
On Friday, Nov. 5, 20 members of the Quail Creek Singles Club carpooled down to Tubac for a relaxing evening for dinner and camaraderie. This was the second successful “Off the Compound” excursion for fine dining by the club—the first being to Wild Garlic Grill in Tucson in October. December’s planned dining excursion is to…
Marybeth Bates The Democratic Club of Quail Creek’s final meeting of 2021 celebrates two worthy volunteer organizations. Many of you may have heard about Friends In Deed or used their services. This 51-year-old volunteer organization has durable medical equipment to lend to Green Valley and Sahuarita residents without any cost or prequalification, such as age…
Peggy McGee The Women of Quail Creek (TWOQC) and the VA Hospital extend their appreciation to the Quail Creek residents who so generously supported the canned goods drive to help the homeless veterans served by the hospital. The VA was especially glad to get so many flip-top cans of soups, chili, and meats. In addition…
A busload of “Creekers” went south for beer and lunch at the Copper Brothel Brewery, followed by some wine-tasting at the Autumn Sage Vineyards. The food and brew, wine, and socializing in the Southern Arizona high desert grasslands was superb! Susan Landwehr won the 50/50 raffle. The final 2021 event for the Quail Creek Republican…
Sharon Pulcinella October and November were active months for The Women of Quail Creek (TWOQC)! The annual Membership Appreciation Luncheon was held on Monday, Oct. 25. Many attendees immersed themselves in the “Roaring ‘20s” theme by dressing in full flapper mode, complete with feathery headgear, flashy sequins, and sassy fringe. A looping slideshow highlighted some…