Bonnie Nowicki, Master Gardener As I compose this article, the month of October is coming to a close, the Green Valley heat gauge still registers 90 degrees plus, our country is mostly housebound, and a vital election is looming. What more can happen this year? The holiday season! I am feeling overwhelmed. Presently, I am…
Peggy McGee The first ever canned goods and paper products drive for homeless veterans, held on Oct. 24, rose above our highest expectations thanks to the generosity of the Quail Creek community. The Women of Quail Creek ladies, who collected the food at the four locations, all commented on the variety of foods chosen. So many…
Veterans Day Ross Dunfee The bloodiest conflict so far in history, five years from June 28, 1914, to June 28, 1919, was finally over. Suffering, misery, and carnage caused by The Great War, (World War I), would cease. World War I claimed between 15 and 22 million lives from more than two dozen countries, including…
Jean Tittle Isn’t it about time to travel again? This small group tour of the houses, gardens, and studios of America’s literary greats, famous artists, and a world class architect will bring to life the impact artistic genius has had on American culture. We will visit the homes of Louisa May Alcott, William Cullen Bryant,…
Laurie Martell November 2020 Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nov. 1 through 8. “The Art of Respite” 2020 annual fall show. View 25 new original paintings by acclaimed southwest artist Diana Madaras. The show, featuring original acrylics, watercolors, and pastels, includes imagery of…
Barbara Stewart Area residents interested in empowering women and advancing equal opportunities for women and girls are invited to join the Southeast Valley Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW). Membership is open to those with an associate (or equivalent degree from an accredited institution), bachelor’s, or advanced degree. Membership forms are available…