Friday Morning Message

MARCH FIELD TRIP: Reid Park Zoo

This is the last opportunity to purchase a ticket for a seat on the bus! There are only 4 tickets left.

Tickets are $40 ($45 for non-members) and include bus transportation, lunch and a “behind the scenes” tour!
It has been suggested to wear close-toed shoes or tennis shoes.
Remember to wear a hat and your sun screen!
Water will be available for us. Please make sure you hydrate throughout the day!
Please be at the Madera Clubhouse no later than 8:45am for check-in as the buses will depart from the Clubhouse promptly at 9:00am on Monday, March 28, and return around 4:00pm.
If you plan on purchasing tickets for margaritas or wine at lunch please bring correct change as we will not be keeping a bank on the bus. Thanks for your help with this!
There will be free time to visit the gift shop and/or explore the zoo on your own. Your bus leader will explain where you will need to be when.
Be sure to bring any loose change, dollars or checks to stuff in the Baby Bottles for the upcoming annual baby shower! I wonder which bus will collect the most that day! It will be a fun and friendly competition.

You may contact Nancy Wilson at nanwil60@aol.com with questions regarding the field trip. [FUN ZOO DAY]

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Many of you have indicated you would assist with special projects. Here is your chance. We are looking for several members that would work on a special “Survey Committee.”

TWOQC would like to create and submit a survey for all of the members to be able to express their likes and suggestions for the club. If this is something you would enjoy creating and participating in please contact carolmutter48@gmail.com.

“Read Me A Story” BABY SHOWER

Please contact Pamela Rodgers with any questions at 520-561-7969 or prodgersaz@gmail.com. Donations may also be dropped off at her home, 2640 E. Sawyer Road (drop box on front porch) or call she will be glad to pick them up in the Quail Creek/Green Valley area. You will also find collection boxes at the Madera Clubhouse lobby and the Anza Fitness Center.

Total of families being helped is 30: 12 Military Moms and 18 Military Dads! How exciting!

Contributions needed include:

diapers
baby wipes
baby wash and baby powder
baby toys
clothing (newborn to 18 months)
Cash is also most welcome, as we would be able to add to the existing supply or fill in with items that do not get donated.

If you would like to donate your time our next planning meeting is Monday, April 4th at 11:00am in the Kino Conference Center. [BABY SHOWER]

YOUTH ON THEIR OWN (YOTO)

Nancy Wilson, Margaret Morris, and Diane Quinn model three of the apron colors

Many of you have seen and already purchased the awesome aprons that TWOQC are currently selling to support YOTO. What is YOTO, you ask? This is a group that is assisting homeless teens in the Green Valley/Sahuarita area. The program is a dropout prevention program that supports the high school graduation of homeless unaccompanied youth who are in 6^th grade up to age twenty-one. They have a very well organized process for rewarding these teens to be accountable for their actions and their future.

If you have not purchased your apron yet:

They will be available on Saturday, March 12 from 10:00am to 4:00pm at the TWOQC table at the Madera Clubhouse.
There are five colors and sell for $18 each or two for $35.
These aprons are not just great in the kitchen – they are also fun for BBQ, crafting or working with tools in the garage! Be thinking ahead for Christmas or birthday gifts!

Thank you in advance for helping support these young adults to move forward and receive their degrees! Click on the graphic below to visit YOTO’s website:

The Scholarship Committee completed the interviews for the scholarships last Friday. Everyone is excited about the prospects…

Watch for a special announcement in the FMM next week!

UPCOMING EVENTS FOR YOUR CALENDAR

♥ April 25 – 6:30pm …Prickly Pear Cactus presented by Cheri Romanoski, and TWOQC Scholarship Award Presentation. You might start preparing for our semi-annual collection for the food bank. We will be taking donations at this program!

♥ May 23 – 6:30pm …Tucson Girls Chorus

♥ June 27 – 12:30pm …Summer Luncheon: The Arizona Balalaika Orchestra will be performing under the direction of Mia Bulgarin Gay. Tickets for the lunch will go on sale prior to the May 23^rd program. Get your plans made – only ten seats at a table please! [CALENDAR]

RELAY FOR LIFE

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life movement is the world’s largest and most impactful fundraising event to end cancer. To register or donate, please visit: QUAIL CREEK FIGHTS BACK.

NEW ON THE WEBSITE

Don’t forget to check out the event and program photos in their new location. The February program and Fashion Show photos and video clips are ready for you to enjoy! [PHOTOS & VIDEOS]