• Aug. 9. Legislative District 27 Senate candidate Linda Lopez and House candidate Macario Saldate are guest speakers at the Democrats of Greater Tucson. The luncheon, which costs $8.50, starts at noon at the Dragon View Restaurant, 400 N. Bonita Ave.
• Aug. 9.The Northwest Republican Club is hosting Congressional District 7 candidate Ruth McClung and Legislative District 25 Senate candidate Gail Griffin. The event begins at 6:15 p.m. at the Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Library, 7800 N. Schisler Drive in Marana.
• Aug. 10. The Northwest Republicans Foothills Chapter will host U.S. Senate candidate J.D. Hayworth. The meeting starts at 6:15 p.m. at the Skybox Restaurant & Bar, 5605 E. River Road.
• Aug. 10. Pima County Democratic Party Chairman Jeff Rogers will be the featured speaker at the August meeting of the Democratic Club of the Santa Rita Area. The meeting begins at 1 p.m. on the second floor at the Safeway Plaza off Continental Road in Green Valley.
• Aug. 11. Pima GOP Chairman Bob Westerman speaks at an after-hours open house. The event begins at 5 p.m. at the Pima GOP headquarters, 5447 E. Fifth St.
• Aug. 11. Council members Karin Uhlich, Richard Fimbres and Regina Romero are hosting a town hall on the ballot measure that allows the city to raise the sales tax by half a cent. City Manager Mike Letcher will be on hand to answer questions. The event runs from 6 to 8 p.m. at El Pueblo Senior Center, 101 W. Irvington Road.
• Aug. 11. Congressional District 8 Republican candidate Brian Miller is hosting a meet-and-greet with former UA basketball coach Lute Olson. The event, at the Skybox Bar and Restaurant, 5605 E. River Road, requires a reservation, call 520-461-1960. The event begins at 6:30 p.m.
• Aug. 12. A candidate forum will be held for both parties in the race for superintendent of public instruction. The forum, sponsored by several groups including the League of Women Voters of Greater Tucson, will run from 7 to 9 p.m. at Rincon/University High School's Little Theatre, on East Fifth Street east of Swan Road.
• Aug. 12. The Pima County Young Republican Social hosts Robert Mayer, a spokesman for Prop. 106. The event begins at 7 p.m. at the Skybox Restaurant & Bar, 5605 E. River Road
• Aug. 13. U.S. Senate candidate J.D. Hayworth will speak to the Oro Valley Republican Women's Club at its monthly meeting. The luncheon starts at 11:30 a.m. at Oro Valley Country Club, 300 W. Greenock Drive. RSVP at 1-520-275-5836.
• Aug. 13. The Sierra Vista Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting an after-hours meet-and-greet for about 50 candidates for federal, state, county and local offices. Entry is $10. The two-hour event, which begins at 5 p.m., will be held at Pueblo del Sol Country Club, 2770 St. Andrews Drive in Sierra Vista.
• Aug. 14. Legislative District 26 Republican candidate Terri Proud is hosting two town halls for kids and young adults. She'll meet with elementary to junior high students at the Oro Valley Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive, at 9 a.m., and with high school through college students at the Nanini Library, 7300 N. Shannon Road, at 1 p.m.
• Aug. 14. The Democratic Club of the Santa Rita Area is hosting its weekly Bring Your Own Coffee event (they'll supply the refills.) The weekly event runs 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., at the Democratic headquarters in the Safeway Plaza off Continental Road in Green Valley.
• Aug. 16. The four Democrats running for U.S. Senate will attend a forum sponsored by the Democratic Club of the Santa Rita Area. The forum begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Green Valley Recreation Desert Hills Social Center, 2980 S. Camino del Sol in Green Valley.
• Aug. 16. Corporation Commission candidate Renz Jennings is the featured speaker at the Democrats of Greater Tucson. The luncheon, which costs $8.50, starts at noon at the Dragon View Restaurant, 400 N. Bonita.
• Aug. 18. The Eastside Republicans will meet in the Golf Links Library community room, 9649 E. Golf Links Road. The Republican candidates for the state House of Representatives race in Legislative District 30 have been invited. The meeting begins at 6 p.m.
• Aug. 20. City Councilman Paul Cunningham will be hosting the second annual Tucson's "Birthday Cake Competition" at Eastside City Hall, 7575 E. Speedway. Viewing will begin at 9 a.m., following by judging at noon and tasting from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. For more information, call 791-4687.
• Aug. 23. U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords is the guest speaker at the Democrats of Greater Tucson luncheon. The event begins at noon at the Dragon View Restaurant, 400 N. Bonita Ave. The buffet lunch is $8.50 and includes drink, taxes and tip.
Notices about upcoming public political events should be sent to politics@azstarnet.com no later than the Friday before the event. Include the date, time, location, nature of the event and whether there is a charge
The Tucson street Rod association swap meet and car show is on Sept. 11 at the Wildcat house 6 to 2PM on Stone Ave. Auto parts antiques, toys and more. For information on this event Call Paul 520-762-1792.
Thanks to our new volunteers Rusty, Bonnie and Carol last month and to Ralph and Linda who haul, store and set up the stuff every month for EFC! We are still looking for donations of your unwanted items for the August 21st Flea Market, third Saturday of the month between the Tracks in Vail, AZ. 9am-1pm. (note the new summer closing time) Thanks to those who have already donated. For new donations please contact us or just drop off your gently used unwanted items before 9am the day of the Flea Market. This is a good way to raise funds for the organization while providing educational outreach to the community.
PLEASE NOTE! NO FLEA MARKET SEPTEMBER 18th!!!!!
The Flea Market will resume Saturday, October 16th 9am-2pm. If you would like to set up your own booth for only $5.00 (summer special-booth rental benefits the Vail Preservation Society) OR if you are a non-profit organization and would like to set up a booth during the summer for free,please contact Elizabeth at 247-3838 or send an email to vailpreservationsociety@gmail.com*as provided by The Empire Fagan Coalition
2. Rincon Valley Farmers’ Market: http://rinconinstitute.org/content/view/54/63/ Sat 8/21/2010 8am-1pm
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· New farmers market begins direct, fresh sales at Legion
American Legion McCulloch-Wagner Post 109 held its first farmers market last Friday.
Just a few booths were set up in the parking lot of the legion, 15921 S. Houghton Road, but organizers hope to lure more vendors through word of mouth and advertising.
"We will get the word out and get the community involved," said Jackie Hall, with the Doc Kendrick Spice Co.
The community aspect of farmers markets appeals to her.
"You actually talk to the people who grow or manufacture the products," Hall said. "It's more of a personal connection - you can trust where your food and products come from."
For Jackie Salter-Miller, who helped organize the event, it's a way to bring the business to the people.
She's optimistic about the market's prospects.
"Even though there aren't a lot of vendors here now, this is the first one," Salter-Miller said. "We are going to grow."
CHURCH SERVICES Corona de Tucson Baptist Church 762-1613 Sunday 9:45 am Bible Study 10:50 am Church Service 6:00 pm Evening Service Wednesday 7:00 pm Evening Service
Saint Rita in the Desert Catholic Church, Vail Pastor: Fr. John Alit, 762-9688 Saturday Mass 5 pm Sunday Mass 7, 9, 11 am Mon to Fri Mass, 8 am
thanks SRFCA for the contribution
Congress on Your Corner 6/20/09
Local residents meet w/ Congresswoman Giffords and Staff.
Residents share concerns regarding the protection of Davidson Canyon/ Waterways, government accessibility, accountability & responsiveness, inclusion of the Community
in the decision making process, the economy, immigration, healthcare, and many other
issues.
7/10/09 From Giffords Office:
Congress on Your Corner
On June 20, more than 100 constituents showed up to Academy Village in Vail. Most came to discuss forthcoming legislation on health care reform. I appreciate the time and effort you put into sharing your thoughts on some of the most pressing issues facing our nation.
A parade, run, music, pioneer luncheon and model railroad layout will be part of the festivities Saturday during the Vail Preservation Society's Fourth Annual Between the Tracks Celebration. The celebration runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at 13105 E. Colossal Cave Road. As the event's name suggests, that's literally between two sets of railroad tracks. The run begins at 8 a.m., with the other activities starting at 9 a.m. The parade, which organizers dub the world's shortest, is at 10 a.m. Between the Tracks promotes the restoration of the Old Vail Post Office, a media release from the nonprofit Vail Preservation Society said. The historic building is located in the same area as the celebration. For more information, e-mail vailpreservationsociety@gmail.com or cal 419-4428l
Cienega Watershed Celebration: Pioneer Day WATER IN THE DESERT: Seen and Unseen. The camels are coming! Bring the family for a day of fun, events, ideas, and information about water in our beautiful Cienega Corridor. Events include Camel Rides, Hay Wagon Rides, Children’s Art Exhibit, a Nature and Culture Fair, Water Harvesting and many water demonstrations. Lots of kid’s activities plus live music and food. Sponsored by Colossal Cave Mountain Park, Rincon Institute, Cienega Watershed Partnership, Sonoita Valley Planning Partnership, and Cienega Corridor Conservation Council.
Group has low-cost shade trees for sale
Trees for Tucson is offering shade trees to people in the Tucson area, Green Valley, Oro Valley, Marana and Vail for $8 if buyers agree to plant them on the west, east or south sides of their homes to help reduce energy costs. Mesquite, desert willow and palo verde trees, 5 to 6 feet tall, will be available through the spring and delivered to the applicant's home. For morean application, go online to: http://www.tucsonaz.gov/tcb/docs/tftapp.pdf
Corona De Tucson Fire Department We had quite a crowd for the Grand Opening of Corona de Tucson Fire Station #2. Our Public Information Officer Todd Cupell did a fine job as MC of the ceremony. The dedication of the new firehouse in memory of former Fire District Governing Board members Ruth Abbazia and Walt Soule is commemorated by 2 memorial plaques in front of the firehouse. Anyone interested is invited to drop by for a tour of the new firehouse at 17411 S. Rustling Leaf Trail. We want to thank all those kind people who dropped off food and checks for the Little Town Food Bank. We will deliver goods that are left at either fire house to the food bank anytime during the year. The bank is located at 6465 Craycroft Road just north of I-10 and is open from 8 to noon, Monday to Friday. The phone number is 574-2263. The Officers, Medics and Firefighters wish you all a safe and healthy 2009. Chief Bruce Whitehouse
HSSA filled to capacity with cats Late Influx Spurs Special Adoption Fee
A decline in the number of cats and kittens is typical by November, but due to the warm fall weather HSSA is still receiving unusually large numbers of homeless cats. The delay in cold temperatures has given many cats the opportunity to breed one more time, sending hundreds of unwanted felines to our shelter. The Humane Society believes that a large number of unspayed and unneutered cats in our community, combined the current economic crisis are the reason behind the dilemma.
In order to find these lovable cats and kittens homes before the new year, HSSA is giving Tucsonans the chance to adopt two cats for the price of one until the end of December!
During this special promotion, feline fanatics can take home two purring bundles of joy for the price of one. Despite this deep discount, both pets will go home spayed or neutered, tested for feline leukemia and treated for internal and external parasites. The newly-adopted pets will also go home with current vaccinations, a sturdy cardboard carrier and is eligible for a free visit to a local veterinarian of your choice. Remember, two cats can offer twice the pleasure and twice the fun, and they’re often half the work because they keep each other company.
The Humane Society of Southern Arizona advises against giving pets as holiday gifts. If your family does decide to adopt a furry friend this season, please look for your newest addition—with your entire family—at the shelter located at 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd. There you will find loving pets in all shapes and sizes, breeds and colors, and the dedicated and experienced staff at HSSA will help you find the best friend who is best for you and your family.
The Humane Society of Southern Arizona is open from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday Saturday and noon to 5:00pm on Sundays.
Ongoing Community Food Drive - Corona De Tucson Fire Department
The Littletown Food Bank is a satellite of the Community Food Bank and is staffed by local volunteers. It is located at 6365 S. Craycroft just north of the Triple T Truck stop on Craycroft on the East side of the street. They are very short on food right now, as they get much of their food from the Tucson branch and there isn't much food there to pass around. They take nonperishable items and can also take money. They have agreements with local stores to distribute baked goods and produce as well. They are open from 8 am to noon, Monday to Friday. This food bank, although small, is easier for people in need in the Vail/Corona area to reach than are the ones in town. Food may be dropped off at the food bank during their hours of operation, or can be left at the Corona de Tucson Fire Department at 99 Tallahassee Dr. in Corona. The Firefighters deliver food regularly to the food bank.
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