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Desert Duffer Scores Big

‘Quail Creek’s Got Talent’ Show August 16

The Quail Creek’s Got Talent show will return this summer on Saturday, Aug. 16, at 6:30 p.m. in the Madera clubhouse Crystal Ballroom. There will be a cash bar at 5:30 p.m. The Performing Arts Guild (PAG) will be selling show tickets in the clubhouse lobby on Tuesdays, July 29, Aug. 5, and Aug. 12,…

Got Paint? Or Any Other Art Supplies?

Roxanne Housley The Women of Quail Creek’s Community Outreach Committee recently received a unique request from Sahuarita Parks & Recreation: lots of acrylic paint in all colors, along with lots of art supplies. Why? Because Parks & Rec had organized a group of teens to create a mural to be displayed at La Villita Community…

Word of the Month: Cudgel

David Zapatka Friend and fellow bridge player, Susan, writes, “I recently read a new word, ‘cudgel.’ Would you research this word for your column?” Cudgel—cud·gel noun: A short, thick stick used as a weapon. verb: To strike or beat with a cudgel; metaphorically, to forcefully apply or exert something, such as pressure or influence Origin…

Important: Summer Heat Warning!

Summer is here, and most weather experts agree it will be a scorcher. Protect yourself against extreme heat in Southern Arizona’s hot summer. Key Points: • Extreme Heat Definition: Two or more days of temperatures above 90°F. • Heat Risks: High temperatures and humidity hinder sweat evaporation, limiting the body’s ability to cool down and…

Savor Retirement: Retirees and Anger: Understanding the Emotional Landscape of Retirement

Timothy Malone, Ph.D. Retirement is often envisioned as a time of leisure and relaxation, free from the demands of the workforce. However, this transition can be accompanied by unexpected emotional challenges for many retirees, including frustration, resentment, and even anger. These feelings may stem from financial concerns, health issues, changes in social roles, or feelings…