Special Edition, May 2, 2010


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Occasionally throughout the year What's Happening is published as a special edition and features the various ways in which Quail Creek residents demonstrate an "active life style." In this edition you will find information about a sample of clubs, activities, and committees (from over 100 clubs and activities and a dozen committees).
  • For more details about these and other clubs and activities, see Clubs and Activities.
  • Quail Creek residents may log into the HOA web site at Quail Creek to view the full list of committees and their responsibilities under the "Board Room" tab.
    Write to the Editor at whatshappeningatquailcreek@quailcreekpoa.org. But please communicate with your Editor about What's Happening issues only.


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    Billiards Club (New!)

    Cabaret Dance Club (New!)

    Alley Oops Bowling Club (New!)

    Ballroom Dance Club (New!)

  • This is a formal event, men in Tuxedos and women in evening gowns.
  • The QCBDC has 80 member couples.
  • Dance to big bands such as: LetsDanceBand, Jan Garber Orchestra, Lonny Lynn and Myron Sommerfeld.
  • Sponsor dance classes, such as Night Club 2 Step, Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing and Rumba.
  • Sponsors the Community Expo which provides Quail Creek residents an opportunity to meet one on one with area vendors.

    Memberships are available: Contact Susan Stacey, Membership Chair, email: sstacey49@gmail.com, phone: 520-445-6561
    Contact Mary Harris, Dance Instruction, email: rmjharris@gmail.com, phone: 520-625-3321

    Posted by Ralph Harris for Ballroom Dance Club (rmjharris@gmail.com)
    For more information, see http://QuailCreekBallroomDance.com

    Sportsmens Club (New!)

  • Border Patrol - History & current enforcment practices.
  • Fishing: South of the border - Down Mexico way - How & where
  • Local Game Warden: Best places for game viewing, trespass permission, etc.
  • Park managers from the major State and National parks
  • Club members on local fishing, hunting, camping and target shooting.
  • Sponsored free fly fishing/tying class room and on the water training

    Contact Bill Ellis for more information (310)621-3897 email:billellis@quailcreeksportsmen.org

    Posted by Bill Ellis for Sportsmens Club (billellis@quailcreeksportsmen.org)
    For more information, see www.QuailCreekSportsmen.org

    Minnesota Club (New!)

    Desert Friends (New!)

    Communications Committee (New!)

    Green Committee Volunteers (New!)

    Unit Rep Committee (New!)

    Eastern Seaboard Club (New!)

    Democratic Club (New!)

  • Enjoy good food and refreshments with others who share your interests and concerns
  • Meet candidates for office in an intimate, friendly atmosphere
  • Get involved in issues affecting our quality of life
  • Participate in campaigns, committees and activities
  • Support local charities and community organizations
  • Be a voice in setting direction for our club

    Sound good? We'd love to meet you!

    We meet in the Silver Room of the Madera Clubhouse every 2nd Monday evening at 6:30pm and every 3rd Saturday at 3pm. Each meeting features a guest speaker or presentation. A pot-luck dinner follows the Saturday meetings. For further information, e-mail quailcreekdemocrats@gmail.com, or call Phil Friedland, 520-445-6765.

    Posted by Tom Pedriana for Democratic Club (scottie_harley@yahoo.com)
    For more information, see dcqc.org

    RV Club (New!)

    Table Tennis Club (New!)

    Performing Arts Guild (PAG) (New!)

    Critters Club (New!)

    Line Dancing (New!)

  • Introduction to Line Dancing is at 5:00
  • Beginning Line Dancing is at 5:30
  • Advanced Line Dancing is at 6:30

    No charge, please wear comfortable shoes.

    Contact Cindy Fletcher email:jwfletchaz@msn.com or call 393-1165

    Posted by Cindy Fletcher for Line Dancing (jwfletchaz@msn.com)

    Ladies Golf Association - 9-Hole League (New!)

    Activities Committee (New!)

  • March 6 - Community Day
  • April 17 - Home and Garden Tour
  • April 25 - Civic Orchestra of Tucson Concert
  • July 4 - Fourth of July Event
  • November 13 - Annual Garage Sale
  • December 11 - Christmas Event

    Quail Creek Volunteer forms are available at the concierge desk or as an eForm on the Quail Creek website under "Homeowner Info".

    Contact Sylvia Butler, Chairperson, for more information (email: Butler916@msn.com, phone: 648-7610)

    Posted by Daryl W. Laux for Activities Committee (lauxdw@gmail.com)

    Education Committee (New!)

    Photography Club (New!)

  • Meetings: We meet on the second Monday of each month from 7-9PM in the Gold Room of the Madera Club House.
  • Programs: A guest presenter gives an interesting and informative program on a wide range of photographic topics each month, year round.
  • Field Trips: A "photo shoot" field trip is planned for members September through May to a uniquely southwstern Arizoma location.
  • Exhibitions: Members of the Photography Club exhibit their work at the annual Quail Crek Arts and Crafts Fair in November of each year.
  • Contest: The Photo of the Month contest exhibits the winning monthly photo at the Madera Club House and the Quail Creek Sale Office.
  • Workshops: Photo education workshops are scheduled throughout the year for members by experienced and professional photography instructors.
  • Special Intersst Groups: SIGs for members interested in sharing and exploring various photo topics and/or equipment interests meet informally during the year.

    Contact Pat Thoresen for more information: (email pthorsen@cox.net or phone 207-0372)(www.quailcreekhoa.org under "Clubs and Activities" tab "Photography" for all the latest announcements and minutes of meetings.)

    If you'd like to have more fun with photography, of just learn more about how to operate your camera, please come and join us!

    Posted by Patricia Thoresen for Photography Club (pthoresen@cox.net)

    The Women of Quail Creek (New!)

    Computer Club (New!)

    Sports Committee (New!)

    Quilting Covey (New!)

  • Week 1 DEMO/CLASS:
    Meeting Leader Education Coordinator Chris Benight,
  • Week 2 GENERAL MEETING:
    Meeting Co Leader Lead Coordinator Sue Norris
    Meeting Co Leader Birthday Coordinator Nancy Trefethen,
  • Week 3 CHARITY WORK DAY
    Meeting Co Leaders Charity Coordinators Marge Swim / Jeanne Stevens
  • Week 4 PROGRAMS
    Meeting Co Leaders Program Coordinators Beth McKibbon / Pam Peake
  • Week 5 MISC WORK
    Meeting Co Leaders Could be anyone, Basically is a sew day

    Sue Norris (398-7150) (norris210@gmail.com)

    Posted by Sue Norris for Quilting Covey (norris201@gmail.com)
    For more information, see http://elite.quailcreekhoa.org/Modules/ModuleOnly.aspx?cID=5798

    Diabetes Education Forum (New!)

  • What is diabetes?
  • When is blood sugar too high or too low?
  • What are the Common Complications and/or Major complications?
  • How do I Manage my diabetes at special times?

    Do you wish you knew:
  • Which foods spike your blood sugar and
  • Which foods do not
  • Which foods support and
  • Which foods interfere with your blood sugar management
  • How a Diagnosis of Diabetes Can Actually Improve Your Health?

    Our Guest Speakers will help you learn the answers to these and many other questions as you learn to be your own best advocate.

    Our goal is to increase knowledge of diabetes self management, to enhance ability to live with diabetes, and to prevent the serious health complications of diabetes.

    Monthly meetings are free and open to everyone interested in diabetes, but especially people living with diabetes, their spouses, family, and friends.

    Meetings in 2010:
    First Wednesday of the Month at 6:30pm in the Ballroom or Silver Room of the Madera Clubhouse

    Coordinators:
    Sue Norris (398-7150) (norris210@gmail.com)
    Margaret Katz (495-5794) (philjune1@msn.com)

    Posted by Sue Norris for Diabetes Education Forum (norris201@gmail.com)
    For more information, see http://elite.quailcreekhoa.org/Modules/ModuleOnly.aspx?cID=5775

    Needlework Club (New!)

    Library at Madera Clubhouse (New!)

    Lady Putters (New!)

  • Putter/Niner event
  • Saddlebrooke/Mountain View Invitational
  • Moonlight Madness
  • Battle of the Sexes
  • Christmas in July
  • Rally for the Cure

    We also have a meeting/luncheon every six weeks. Gift cards are given out at each luncheon.

    Dues are $20.00 the first year (including a Lady Putter visor) / $10.00 annual dues and $1.00 per week. All you need is a putter, golf ball, and a name tag. Not sure about joining? For $1.00, you join us on Wednesday as the guest of a Lady Putter or on your own as a prospective member.

    Have questions? Call Mary Litfin, President, 648-1815 for more information.

    Posted by Daryl W. Laux for Lady Putters (lauxdw@gmail.com)
    For more information, see http://www.quailcreekputters.com

    QC Reminders

    Quail Creek has many clubs representing a broad variety of activities -- outdoor activities (like hiking and golf) and indoor activities (like bowling and billiards) -- and interests -- cars, computers, performing arts, and dance classes -- just to name a few. Health information and check-ups, maintenance of the library, and trash removal on local highways are among the services provided by other QC groups. We encourage you to login to the QC web site and explore the offerings under the Clubs & Activities tab. Any updates or reminders for clubs, activities, and services are listed below.



    Other Notes and News

    The Special Edition on clubs, activities, and committees is located at Special Edition: What's Happening at Quail Creek
    To contribute to What's Happening see quailcreekpoa.org/announce.
    What's Happening editorial policies. See editorial policies statement.
    Announcing club or activity updates in the Club and Activity News section. See club update instructions.
    Friday Q&A is a nice way of keeping abreast of current issues at the POA board level. Board members report on such issues and engage the audience in an informal discussion. The Q&A sessions normally occur each Friday at 10:00 in the Gold Room of the clubhouse.