Pam Hartwell-James In early July, 14 women of The Women of Quail Creek’s small group In My Kitchen gathered for a warm and meaningful summer picnic luncheon, hosted by Pam Hartwell-James and Cyndee Bruns, where delicious food and heartfelt service came together in perfect harmony! The menu featured clever and festive bites, including savory taco…
Peggy McGee After a 3-1/2-month break from sponsoring luncheons and dinners, the Green Valley Chapter, Military Officers Association (MOAA), will kick off its program season on Sept. 18 with a dinner at American Legion Post 66, 1560 W. Duval Mine Road in Green Valley. Menu options include a choice of chicken or beef. The cost…
John McGee On June 26 Rene Gill, president of Quail Creek Veterans Golf Association (QCVGA), delivered a $1,000 check to Mik Milem, executive director of the Arizona Soldier’s Best Friend organization. Soldier’s Best Friend provides U.S. military veterans living with combat-related post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or traumatic brain injury (TBI) with service or therapeutic companion…
Kathy Sinnott Rockin’ 4 Heroes is committed to generating awareness of the service and sacrifice of First Responders, Active Military, Veterans, and Gold Star Families. This nonprofit organization continues supporting our hero groups beyond hosting an annual free concert. We have a wonderful circle of ‘friends and family’ who gave, and continue to give, their…
Kathy Sinnott Rockin’ 4 Heroes began in 2021 as a one–time concert to thank our 4 hero groups: First Responders, Active Military, Veterans, and Gold Star Families. Our mission constantly evolves as we support initiatives and develop scholarships statewide. We’ve made the jump onto many social media platforms and now see a way for our…
Peggy McGee We celebrate Veterans Day on Nov. 11. Did you know that there are about 350 homeless veterans living on the streets of Tucson? As the holiday season approaches, the Green Valley Chapter, Military Officers Association, wanted to do something to help those who have served our country and now find themselves without shelter.…
Peggy McGee The Green Valley Chapter, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), will host a special guest from MOAA National Headquarters on Nov. 21. The event will be held in the El Dorado Room in the La Perla Building on the La Posada campus. The social period begins at 5 p.m. with dinner being served…
On Aug. 19 the Quail Creek Semper Fi Club (QCSFC) held its annual golf event to raise money for the Semper Fi and America’s Fund (SF&AF). This event is one of two major events sponsored by the QCSFC. The other major event is celebrating the United States Marine Corps Birthday on Nov. 10. The SF&AF…
Peggy McGee Valley Assistance Services (VAS) extends its sincere appreciation to the many Quail Creek residents who supported the Fashion Show on Aug. 20. They appreciate the number of residents who attended the Fashion Show at Desert Diamond Casino and who supported the 100-item Silent Auction. The Silent Auction would not have been possible had…
Vicky Persson Several members of the Quail Creek Activities Council attended the Quail Creek 4th of July Celebration to hand out flags and give Quail Creek gift cards to veterans. The committee also organized the golf cart parade.