Lisa Johnson Join us at the Quail Creek Lapidary and Jewelry Studio during the QC Fall Festival: Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. * Meet your talented Quail Creek jewelry artists * Purchase gifts for Christmas and upcoming birthdays and celebrations * Shop…
Peggy McGee In late August and throughout September, three Lady Putters scored holes–in–one on the money hole, the hole deemed to be the most difficult for the day. The ladies setting up the course were correct when they declared which were the most difficult holes because on three of the five putting days, no one…
Maggi Gruber The ninth Annual Chip in Fore Charity Quail Creek Ladies’ Charity Fundraiser is Oct. 2. This event brings together the Ladies 18-Holer and 9-Holer Golf Associations along with Lady Putters in lighthearted competition to benefit four local charities. One Mulligan per person, one magic putt, closest to the pin, and a pro drive…
Journey to the Stars Joyce Shumate Exploring the Whipple Observatory with the Let’s Travel Club Join October’s Let’s Travel Club presentation on the Whipple Observatory. Site Director Gabrelle Saurage will highlight their location in the Santa Rita Mountains, ongoing research, and revitalized educational outreach. The Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory’s Amado, Arizona-based Whipple Observatory, where curiosity has…
David Zapatka Pickleball is a game of movement, quick reactions, and constant decision-making. However, one of the most valuable skills a player can develop is something that appears to be the opposite of all that activity: stillness. Learning to quiet the mind, remain calm, and stay composed between and during points can dramatically improve both…
Johnny Henson This article is written by Steve Farmer. A FargoRate rating is meant to reflect a player’s true ability based on results. What often gets overlooked is how much the playing conditions can influence those results. One of the biggest differences comes down to the type of table being used, especially when comparing Valley…