Robert Thoresen The story of Tohono Chul begins in 1966 when its benefactors, Richard and Jean Wilson, started piecing together patches of the desert that would form its core – ultimately owning 37 acres. Richard was a geology faculty member of the University of Arizona. In 1968 they purchased the section containing the hacienda-style West…
It’s back—it’s bigger—it’s better! —and, it’s a bit easier (but don’t tell anyone). Did you enjoy the Quail Creek Performing Arts Guild’s Musical Trivia Night in May? The room was packed with your QC friends and neighbors tapping their toes, while tapping their knowledge of big band, rock ‘n roll, musical theater and more. If…
Quail Creek is now the third Robson Resort Community in Arizona partnering with accesso for ticketing solution needs. The community is utilizing the accesso ShoWare solution for reserved season packages and performances. Register online and purchase tickets at quailcreek.showare.com. Online ticket sales start at 6:00 a.m. for new shows and are available 24/7 thereafter. You…
Those British Girls: The Best of British Women will be performing Friday, August 26, 2016. A cash bar will open at 6:00 p.m. with show time at 7:00 p.m. in the Madera Clubhouse Ballroom. Ticket price is $20. This show is produced by TAD Management. Those British Girls is a hit-filled concert that takes you on a…
Peggy McGee With so many winter residents gone for the summer and full time residents traveling to get a break from the heat, the Green Valley/Sahuarita Food Bank is experiencing bare shelves. It’s the Lady Putters to the rescue. Giving up their fun-loving spirit for a few moments to concentrate on helping the less fortunate,…
Ann Nease Ahoy, mates! Covey members recently held a Regatta to construct sailboats for a patriotic themed quilt. Using a technique called Foundation Piecing, 20 sailboats were stitched and launched for this quilt using an assembly line; some were cutting fabric, some were stitching and some were working on the design wall for placement of…