Peggy McGee Members of the HIIT Fit class took up the challenge to do 50 kettlebell swings a day during the month of July as they participated in the American Cancer Society (ACS) Kettlebell Challenge. While some did the swings only on class days, others did the swings several days a week. The top “swinger”…
Where in the World Is the ‘Crossing’?
Paper Crafters of Quail Creek
Let’s Travel Club
TWOQC On-the-Go Visits Reid Park Zoo
February PCQC Photo Contest: Leading Lines
Sports, September 2022
5K Kettlebell Swings for the American Cancer Society
Clubs & Classes, September 2022
Caring Hearts and Hands Enjoy Private Concert with Joni Harms
Connie Vaughan The evening of Tuesday, Aug. 16, Caring Hearts and Hands of Quail Creek (CHHQC) were treated to a private concert by Joni Harms, an American country music singer-songwriter from Canby, Ore. Harms is well known in Nashville, appearing at the Grand Ole Opry, and has released 12 studio albums and a live performance…
Features, September 2022
U.S. Military History: U.S. Flag Folding—Part 1 of 2
Ross Dunfee While not officially adopting a flag at the time of the Declaration of Independence, the “Continental Colors” (aka the “Grand Union” flag), has historically been referred to as the first national flag of the United States. That flag has a striking resemblance to the British East India Company (1707-1801), where the canton resembles…
June 2023
‘Tropical Nights’ Dance Party a ‘Rage’ing Success!
Pamela Rodgers The Quail Creek Events Department and Activities Council recently hosted the latest in the summer dance party series with “Rage”ing success. Planning for the event took team effort and enthusiastic support from the residents of Quail Creek. With more than 190 residents in attendance, smiles abounded the entire evening. A tropical theme seemed very…
Clubs & Classes, September 2022
Landscape Creativity
Bonnie Nowicki Do you sometimes wish you could be more creative and go beyond the usual Southwest look in your landscape? Even though we may feel constrained by our particular climate plant choices, we can and should show a little personal individuality. Take a chance. Invigorate your landscape design style. If your tastes are more…
Clubs & Classes, September 2022
Republican Club ‘Adopts’ Flag at Longhorn Grill and Saloon
A year ago, Quail Creek Republican Club (QCRC) Secretary Steve Ware visited the Longhorn Grill and Saloon in Amado and noticed that the large American flag flying outside the restaurant was in tattered condition. He recommended that the QCRC donate a new flag. The flag was purchased and presented to Longhorn owner Greg Hansen and…