Sherri Norine The On-the-Go ladies from The Women of Quail Creek (TWOQC) took a tour of the historic Fox Theater in downtown Tucson on May 7. The behind-the-scenes tour docent explained the history of the theater, which opened in April of 1930, and how the décor was created to be specific to the Tucson location.…
Alphie Smith Book lovers of The Women of Quail Creek (TWOQC) met for their monthly themed book group on Wednesday, April 29, in the home of Alphie Smith. This month’s topic for discussion was “These Are a Few of My Favorite Books.” It proved to be a popular topic and eleven women gathered to share…
Pam Hartwell-James The Women of Quail Creek (TWOQC) gathered on May 14, for another memorable “In My Kitchen” luncheon, hosted by Sherri Norine and Celia Shevlin. The menu was amazing and filled with all the flavors that touched every taste bud: savory beef empanadas with bright chimichurri sauce, a refreshing black bean and corn salad-relish,…
Pam Hartwell-James The Women of Quail Creek (TWOQC)’s Pam Hartwell-James hosted an “In My Kitchen” event with a warm and intimate Mother’s Day luncheon on May 9, gathering friends around the table for an afternoon of good food and even better company. The menu was charmingly simple: ham and cheese sliders, a bright orange and…
Inna Shames The Women of Quail Creek (TWOQC)’s Scholarships recently awarded to 25 recipients included four named scholarships of $3,500 each, honoring loved ones who had passed away. The three Steven J Perry Memorial Scholarships honored Steven Jay Perry, beloved only son of Quail Creek residents Steve and Sylvia Perry, who passed away unexpectedly in…
Deb Melton The 11th annual The Women of Quail Creek (TWOQC) Scholarship Awards Celebration was held May 13 at the Madera Clubhouse. TWOQC members, community leaders, residents, and scholarship recipients with their families gathered in the ballroom and watched 25 young women awarded scholarships of $3,500 each. TWOQC awards three types of scholarships: 1. High…
Inna Shames Early this year, The Women of Quail Creek (TWOQC) established a partnership with the Greater Green Valley Community Foundation (GGVCF). This new partnership will help provide long-term financial stability and a reliable source of funding for TWOQC’s scholarship awards and other fundraising activities. TWOQC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization. One of its…
Roxanne Housley What makes a successful fundraiser? If you ask The Women of Quail Creek’s (TWOQC) community outreach committee, their answer would be “Shoes!” For more than two months the committee has been collecting men’s and women’s shoes to benefit United Community Health Centers’ pediatric dental and behavioral health programs. The goal of 100 bags…
Carol Michels The Women of Quail Creek (TWOQC) On-the-Go group attended “An Evening with the University of Arizona School of Dance” at CPAC, on March 6. The University of Arizona School of Dance takes their students on the road to expose them to communities around Tucson. Our on-the-go group was fortunate enough to experience their…
Roxanne Housley The Women of Quail Creek (TWOQC) Community Outreach Committee needs your support to help Valley Assistance Services (VAS). Collection Dates May 13 to 22 Madera Clubhouse Donation Bins For almost 60 years, VAS has served local communities of southern Pima County and northern Santa Cruz County, including Sahuarita, Green Valley, Amado and Arivaca.…