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David Auerbach has accepted a job in Boston and will be leaving the area
early on WED. OCT 12. If you wish more information, he has a Facebook website, or
contact evalineja@gmail.com for his email address.
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^Mkt^ FRI. @ 9 am - 2 pm: 77north Marketplace in CATALINA, 16733 N. Oracle Road
(previously Sanchez Nursery) welcoming vendors of fresh produce, hand-crafted foods, arts, and
crafts. VENDORS: with the Fall season resuming, covered spaces are going fast. If you want
on, contact Dawn or Bill NOW: Dawn Doubek and Bill Rowe, by phoning (520)825-4427, or by
email at: rowbek77north@gmail.com. Pricing for vendors: Inside the building or on the covered
Patio-$20, Outside-$15 (supplying your own kiosk, etc.)
Join Evaline Auerbach, Renee Barbaree and Margaret Guyton at the market. Evaline is
willing to pay the way for someone who will help set up a booth each Friday. The idea -
Evaline will make arrangements and be at the booth (s) except for lunch/ potty break. You will
do any heavy lifting necessary to set up the space and will be available to spell at the breaks.
REPLY to ELBOE85623.
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^Bio2^ BIOSPHERE 2 INFORMATION and BROCHURES:
Biosphere 2 is open @ 9 am to 4 pm every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas. No
reservations required. For more information, please contact 520.838.6200.
Science Cafe:http://ScienceConnections.arizona.edu/community/science_cafe
Nearby events are at
SADDLEBROOKE. The Aging Brain: Living to 100. Oct 18, Nov 22, Dec 20 at 6 pm. INFO:
ScienceConnections.arizona.edu/ community/science_cafe
SUN CITY VISTOSO. Oct 27 @ 2 pm. Matt Adamson, Outreach Program, Biosphere 2 presents
Biosphere 2: Past, Present, and Future
ORO VALLEY, WESTERN NAT‘L PARK ASSOC. Towards A More Sustainable Southwest.
Oct 11 @ 6:30 pm: Travis Huxman, Director of Biosphere 2, Prof of Ecology & Evol. Biol.
presents Climate Change Impacts on Biodiversity in the Southwest.
Nov 10, Mid Dec @ 6:30 pm.
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** ^CAC^ CENTRAL ARIZONA CLASSES Oracle & at CAC Saddlebrooke
Here is the breakdown. (You may see these and other classes in the area at
http://oracletown.com/classes.html. For information or to register for ANY class, contact Muriel
Thomas at Muriel.thomas@centralaz.edu or 520-494-6166.
Oracle Mt. Vista
★ **THUs. OCT 13 - NOV 10 @3-5:50 pm: AUTOBIOGRAPHY INTO FICTION.
Instructor: Kay Edwards. Cost: $70.
**
★ SAT. OCT 15 @9 am - Noon: BASIC DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY: Instructor: Jim
Cowlin. Study the basics of digital photography. Students must bring their camera and
instruction booklet to class. Cost: $25.
★ MON. & WED. OCT 17 & 19 @ 3-5 pm: BASIC DRYWALL REPAIRS. Instructor:
Joseph Ramos. Cost: $25.
**
★ MON. & WED. OCT 24 - NOV 2, @3-5:30 pm: BASIC PLUMBING REPAIRS.
Instructor: Joseph Ramos. Cost: $61
**
★ NOTE NEW DATES: SAT. OCT 29 & NOV 5 @ 10 am - 2:30 pm. ORACLE'S
EARLY SETTLERS: THEIR HISTORY (Native American emphasis) Instructor: Evaline
Auerbach. Cost: $55
★ MONs. & WEDs. NOV 7-23 @ 3-5 pm: BASIC ELECTRICAL REPAIRS Instructor:
Joseph Ramos. Cost: $73.
At Saddlebrooke Center
MONs. NOV 7, 14 & 21 @ 10 am - Noon: MAKING SENSE OF MEDICARE & OTHER
SENIOR INSURANCE ISSUES. Instructor: Andy Lockridge. Cost: $37.
IF you have an idea for a class you‘d like to offer, or one that you would like to take, contact
Muriel Thomas at Muriel.thomas@centralaz.edu or 520-494-6166.
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^OCC^ ORACLE COMMUNITY CENTER going in new direction.
From Carl Riggs, Board President:
Have you seen the sign at the Oracle Community Center? No, it's not new, but it does have a
new message. Anyone taking the time can see that the word Senior has been removed. The
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reason is that the new Board of Directors decided that this is the Oracle Community
Center (OCC) and our sign needs to reflect that. We also decided that since we are here we
should also include the communities of Mammoth, San Manuel and others in the surrounding
area. We have begun to offer events that are family friendly and community oriented.
The OCC board invites you to join us at any of our meetings to suggest what we can do
to accommodate your needs. We are looking into the possibility of monthly teen dances, family
movie nights, family game nights and even an outdoor sports area for volleyball, basketball,
horseshoes, etc. The dilemma is that we can't allocate the money until we know that the
community is behind us. Since we are a 501 c 3 (not for profit) we are not funded by any public
money, so we have to be frugal with our expenditures.
The OCC is funded with private money and we operate by receiving donations, hall
rentals, membership and our annual Oaks Festival. Our utilities include gas, electric, phone,
waste disposal, water, etc. and cost an average of $700 per month. Please take the time to come
by, check us out, and be a part of your Community Center.
Here are some dates to remember:
October 20-Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social, 6-8pm
October 24-OCC Board Meeting 4:30-6pm, and General Membership Meeting and Potluck,
6:30-8pm
Thanks for your time,
Carl Riggs, President
Oracle Community Center
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Want to celebrate Day of the Dead/ Dias de las Meurtos (Nov 1 & 2). MAKE YOU OWN
SUGAR SKULLS: CLICK> http://www.crizmac.com/video_clips/sugarskulls.mov
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DO YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING RIGHT HERE:
** ^Mkt^ ^NEW^ THU through SUNs: NOV 25 - DEC 23 @11 am - 5 pm: GIFT and ART
Market. Former Green Javelina store, 1995 W American Ave. Oracle. Affordably priced
original works include stone sculpture, clay, paintings in all media, paper mache objects, fine art
photography, journaling books, encaustic, handcrafted jewelry, and art cards. The market
continues on December weekends (Thursdays - Sundays) through December 23.
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NOW THRU NOV. 14: COMMENT ON TRAVEL BETWEEN TUCSON AND
PHOENIX
The Arizona Department of Transportation wants you to add your voice to Arizona‘s discussion
about travel options between Tucson and Phoenix. Participate online now at
http://www.azdot.gov/intercityrail/ . Your comments will help shape the future. Online
participation is available through November 14, 2011.
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Sign up with alltrails.com for newsletters and suggestions for weekend trails experiences near
you. Click > AllTrails.com or get your newsletter at newsletter @ alltrails.com.
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PLANNING WHERE TO GO WITH VISITORS AND FAMILY? OF course, you can see
the historic places around Oracle. [$50.00 guide trip per day - you provide
transportation- call 896-9037.]
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Farther out: CLICK> http://www.desertusa.com/placestogo/du_arizona.html
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OTHER email SOURCES of news in the area:
Oracletown Website: CLICK> oracletown.com/event
“Que Pasa” from the San Manuel Miner, CLICK>
http://copperarea.atomicnewstools.com/pages/?p=404
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CALENDAR
MON. OCT 10: COLUMBUS DAY. Some venues closed. Holiday has mixed closings in
Arizona. Arizona Historical Society Closed.
** ^OSD^ MON. OCT 10 - FRI. OCT 14 Fall intersession. Oracle Public Schools.
CLICK> http://osd2.org/ and then calendar in left column.
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^CAC^ ^NEW^ MONs. & WEDs. OCT. 10 &12 Then each Mon & Wed through tbe college
semester @ 6 - 9 pm: GENERAL EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (GED) TEST
PREPARATION CLASSES. FREE for Arizona residents.Students are encouraged to
preregister at any one of Central Arizona College‘s 10 locations, or they may register onsite on
the first night of the class. Proof of legal presence in the United States is required. Aravaipa
Campus/ 80440 E. Aravaipa Rd., (Winkelman, AZ,) Room A18. A class also begins in Oracle
on OCT. 17 - see that date, below. For more information on classes in Eastern Pinal County,
please call Central‘s Aravaipa Campus at 520-357-2800 or 520-357-2801.
============ EACH MONDAY ============
* ^SM^ MON. WED. FRI @ 8 - 9:30 am: Join SAN MANUEL’S WALKING AND
EXERCISE GROUP. Healthy living doesn‘t happen at the doctor‘s office – exercise at Gardner
Middle School‘s gym. Sponsors ask for a $1 donation to help with the utility costs.
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** ^OCC^ MON. @ 9 am - noon: CANASTA is played at the Oracle Community Center.
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* ^SM^ MON @ 11:45 AM, BRIDGE AT THE SAN MANUEL SENIOR CENTER
Indoctrination and refresher session from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bridge games will begin at
12:30. There will be hand outs to help you learn the rules and counting in Contract Bridge.
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** ^OCC^ MON. @ 12 noon: MONDAY LUNCHES at the Oracle Community Center are at
noon. Each Monday a volunteer brings the main dish and others bring side dishes. Fee is $4 for
members and $5 for guests. Oracle Community Center membership cards are available at the
center‘s Monday lunch.
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** ^OCC^ MON. @ 1 - 2 pm: BINGO is played at the Oracle Community Center.
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* ^SM^ MON. WED. FRI @ 5:30 - 7:30 pm: THE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS GYM OPEN,
located in the basement of San Manuel High School Auditorium.
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^NEW^ TUE. OCT 11 @ 9:30 am: ARIZONA INDEPENDENT REDISTRICTING
COMMISSION PUBLIC MEETING. Four Points by Sheraton University Plaza /1900 E.
Speedway Blvd. Tucson, AZ 85719. Any person with a disability may request a reasonable
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accommodation, such as sign language interpreter, by contacting 602-542-5221. Requests should
be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange accommodations. AGENDA: CLICK>
http://www.azredistricting.org/docs/Meeting-Info/Agenda-101111.pdf
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** ^AC^ TUE. & WED., OCT 11 & 12 @ 10 am - 2 pm: COLOR THEORY INTENSIVE.
(with Barb)For those who are stuck when it comes to using color in your work and/or not sure
how to make color do what you want it to. DAY ONE: Demystify color with the basics, the color
wheel, value & intensity, color schemes. DAY TWO: Basic design ideas. You‘ll create several
designs that allow you to experiment with combining colors, including working with a variety of
color schemes. Limit of 8 participants. FEE $115 for BOTH DAYS includes all materials.
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^NEW^* TUE. OCT 11 @ 5 - 7 pm: ANNUAL CUSTORMER APPRECIATION BBQ.
Canyon National Bank. Main Office at 7981 N. Oracle Road (at Magee). I‘m a customer. If you
are not, you are invited as my guest. (I probably won‘t be there as David leaves for Boston at 6
am the next day!) Tell them you want to take out an account - at the Catalina Branch, 15883 N.
Oracle (520) 825-1114 and we will get a free lunch in Catalina!
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* TUE. OCT 11 (2nd TUE.) @ 6:00 pm: NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH. Includes
―Meth Block Watch.‖ Meets at Adelante Juntos Coalition Office at 101 Ave. B, San Manuel.
Everyone welcome (includes Oracle). Info 385-4007.
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^New^ *^Bio2^ TUE. OCT 11@ 6: 30 pm: GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE: THE ROLE
OF LIVING THINGS by Travis Huxman, Director of Biosphere 2, Prof of Ecology & Evol.
Biol. SCIENCE CAFE: at Western National Parks Associate Store: 12880 N Vistoso Village
Drive. (520) 622-6014. Please call us and RSVP to assure we save a seat for you. CLICK>
http://www.wnpa.org/default_flash.asp
* TUE. OCT 11 (2nd TUE.) @ 6:30 pm: MAMMOTH SAN MANUEL SCHOOL
BOARD. MSM District Office. 386-2337.
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^NEW^ ^WNPA^ * WED. OCT 12 @ 12 noon & 2 pm. WNPA: FREE. DAY OF THE DEAD
PRESENTATION & BOOK SIGNING by Authors Kittie Williams and Stevie Mack of
Crizmac FREE. Reservations required: please call 622-6014. FOR MORE INFORMATION:
FIND [for info on CRIZMAC: FIND ^CRIZMAC^ and/or CLICK>
http://www.crizmac.com/ [Also presented at TOHONO CHUL PARK OCT 21 @5:30 pm - 7:30
pm.
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^NEW^ ^PC-BOS^ WED. OCT 12 @ 1 pm: PINAL COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEETING @ 1 pm (SPECIAL TIME): instead of the usual 9:30 AM start. The change in
schedule will allow the Supervisors to attend morning sessions at the 24th Annual Pinal County
Town Hall on Economic Development. For Meeting Schedule, CLICK>
http://www.pinalcountyaz.gov/Departments/BoardofSupervisors/Pages/MeetingSchedule.aspx
For agendas and minutes, CLICK>
http://www.pinalcountyaz.gov/Departments/BoardofSupervisors/Pages/Schedule.aspx [NOTE:
AGENDAS are usually not available more than a couple of days before the meetings.] To find
meeting days, CLICK> http://pinalcountyaz.gov, Then CLICK> ―Board Meetings/Agendas‖ link
on the left hand side of the webpage. For detailed directions about using this website, CLI
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CLICK>
http://www.pinalcountyaz.gov/Departments/NewsInformation/Documents/Accessing%20Board
%20Meeting%20Background%20Material.pdf
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^TCP^ WED. OCT 12 @ 3 - 6 pm: TCP FALL PLANT SALE - MEMBERS ONLY. Tohono
Chul Park. Visit Tohono Chul's fall plant sale to see our extensive offering of usual and unusual
native and adapted plants from Adeniums and boojums to burseras, frankincense and
Zauschnerias.
At this members' preview find those rare gems that are unavailable at any other time.
Those planning to attend should enter from Northern Avenue on the east side of the Park (Go
south on Oracle Rd. to Ina, turn right and take the NEXT Right for Northern Ave.). Open to the
public; no admission charge.
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^PC^ WED. OCT 12 & THU. OCT 13: Pinal County’s Annual TOWN HALL. The
Francisco Grande Golf Resort in Casa Grande. The theme is ―Reactivating the Regional
Economy‖ with keynote speakers including Barry Broome from the Greater Phoenix Economic
Council, Don Cardon with the Arizona Commerce Authority and Robert Atkinson from the
Information and Technology Foundation based in Washington, DC. Registration is underway
now.
For more information or to register online, CLICK www.PinalCountyTownHall.com. If
you have questions about Town Hall, please contact Pinal County Town Hall‘s Executive
Director, Brian Tapp at (800)782-1445 or 480-474-9300.
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* ^SM^ WED. OCT 12 @ 6 pm: (2nd Wed) AMERICAN LEGION MEETING American
Legion Francis M. Bunch Post 48.Service Officer available on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays,
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or call 385-2714 or 385-2142. Now open Sunday at noon.
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*^NEW^ THU. OCT 13 (2nd THU) @ 10 am: “BOOKS THAT TELL LOCAL
STORIES” SAN MANUEL HISTORICAL SOCIETY monthly meeting (520-385-2716)-at the
San Manuel Senior Center. SPEAKER: Evaline Auerbach. For information about the talk, call
610-8742 or 896-9037.
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** THUs, OCT 13 - November 10 @ 3-5:50 pm: AUTOBIOGRAPHY INTO
FICTION. An introduction to writing techniques for transforming personal experience into
fiction. Instructor: Kay Edwards. Location: Mountain Vista school. Cost: $70 Central Arizona
Community Enrichment course. For information or to register for this class, contact Muriel
Thomas at Muriel.thomas@centralaz.edu or 520-494-6166.
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** THU. OCT 13 (2nd THU) @ 6 pm: ORACLE SCHOOL BOARD meets at Oracle
Ridge School. District Office: 896-3072. For more INFO, CLICK:
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** THU. OCT 13 & OCT 27 (2 & 4th THU) @ 6:30 pm: ORACLE OPTIMIST
CLUB (Come at 6 pm for dinner for $10.00 by the Oracle Inn. This club serves the tri-
community. The club is a part of the International organization to support and work with the
youth in the community. For more information contact Michele Ganon at 897-3023. For more
information, see the Optimist Club in the .
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^SM^ THU OCT 13 (2nd THU) @ 5:30 pm: SAN MANUEL SENIOR CENTER POTLUCK
Bring a dish to share, your service, and fee is $1 for Center utilities.
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THU. OCT 13: DEADLINE to PARTICIPATE in the BIOBLITZ at Saguaro
National Park INFO and further links: CLICK> http://www.kvoa.com/news/bioblitz-lets-
citizens-explore-their-own-backyard-for-science/ No advance registration is required for the
Biodiversity Festival, which will be held on October 21 and 22 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m at the Red
Hills Visitor Center, 2700 N. Kinney Road.
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*^SM^ FRI. OCT 14 & FRI. OCT 28 @ 9 am: STAMPING is held is held SAN MANUEL
SENIOR CENTER.
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FRI. OCT 14 - SUN. OCT 16: TUCSON MEET YOURSELF. Tucson Downtown.
FRI. OCT 14 @ 11 am – 10 pm
SAT. OCT 15 @10 am – 10 pm
SUN. OCT 16 @11 am – 6 pm
For information, CLICK > http://www.tucsonmeetyourself.org/.
TMY 2011 PROGRAM & SCHEDULE
TMY Schedule
[http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=fnwqrzcab&et=1108036701844&s=3662&e=001z5ExoiZcQ6ttrwtfURza4zKfB
O4n2VkVRZhMXNJg6gkZnoaPDCY7OkidQ3_G5ND8qD_LNnPJee2_SJjNPURNkHYitEGwBapsssmKp7
o-9rCVA4JqInPkGv3leTkmM09oCbe2Yivs_VT92HYs3-
FOLSthmB2kZF2qb6BZ5kX5w5ZRgA4N2RHIpQ==]
for Maps, Parking, and all TMY
Visit www.TucsonMeetYourself.org
[http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=fnwqrzcab&et=1108036701844&s=3662&e=001z5ExoiZcQ6ux9-OFIqeV-
A50cfWZHz7JCpevdRNk5_7feZ4DgaPKfpac2KhkqNIsVKxgU1AEEutClWCx7CR3jmBSQ4hpRdlTn9WGjl
sFLCCXXq9mqgpGf0D7LUPwlqyJ]
ALSO on FACEBOOK
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^SM^ FRI. OCT 14 @ 1 pm: RED HATS business meeting is held SAN MANUEL SENIOR
CENTER. Red Hats are looking for new members. Meetings are at 1 p.m. On the SECOND
Friday at the Senior Center in San Manuel, Senior citizen women 55 and older get together and
enjoy meetings and activities. Let down your hair and be yourself, wear Red Hat and Purple
outfits.
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** ^OI^ FRI. OCT 14 @until 1 am (Sat.) Music by : NEIL RUSSEL BAND. Oracle Inn. For
Information and music, CLICK> http://www.myspace.com/theneilrussell.
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============ EACH FRIDAY ============
^Mkt^* FRI. @ 9 am - 2 pm: 77north Marketplace in CATALINA.
The owners at 16733 N. Oracle Road (previously Sanchez Nursery) will be hosting a
weekly marketplace. 77 North Market Place is welcoming vendors of fresh produce, hand-
crafted foods, arts, and crafts.
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VENDORS: with the Fall season resuming, covered spaces are going fast. If you want on,
contact Dawn or Bill NOW: Dawn Doubek and Bill Rowe, by phoning (520)825-4427, or by
email at: rowbek77north@gmail.com. Pricing for vendors: Inside the building or on the covered
Patio-$20, Outside-$15 (supplying your own kiosk, etc.)
Join Evaline Auerbach, Renee Barbaree and Margaret to the sale, as more customers arrive in the
area. Evaline is willing to pay the way for someone who will help set up and man her booth
each Friday. REPLY with: Send information about sharing the labor in Catalina. to
ELBOE85623. The idea - Evaline will make arrangements and be at the booth (s) except for
lunch/ potty break. You will help set up the space and be available to spell at the breaks.
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FRI. before 5 pm: SUBMISSIONS for QUE PASA (Tri-Community Events) DUE for Next
WED. Publication of the San Manuel Miner. OPINION: Read Que Pasa carefully to see if some
of your groups events are outdated, incorrect, or MISSING.
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^NEW^^CAC^ SAT. OCT 15 @ 8:30 am - 3:30 pm: Friend, Family and Neighbor Caregivers
Outreach Assistance Project will be hosting CPR and FIRST AID TRAINING, a basic
overview of CPR and First Aid Training, for the Copper Corridor area. Participants will receive a
certification card good for two years.You must attend the training all day in order to receive
certification. Interested? For more information or to register, CLICK>
http://tinyurl.com/CopperCorridorRSVP. Please pass this information along to others who
may be interested, as well. At least five participants must be registered for the training to be held.
Childcare is available for FFN-COAP participants with five days advance notice. Aravaipa CAC
Campus (25 miles north on highway 77). CONTACT: Carol Giddens/United Way of Pinal
County. CALL:520-836-0736; Email: carol.giddens@unitedwayofpc.org Postal address: Copper
Corridor - Aravaipa CAC Campus/ 80440 E. Aravaipa Road/ Winkelman, AZ 85192.
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^NEW^ SAT. OCT 15 @ 9 am - 5 pm: PLANT SALE - Tohono Chul Park.
General Public. See OCT 12 for description or CLICK >
http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/special-events/plant-sales/
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^NEW^OCT 15-DEC 7 - MEDICARE - FALL OPEN ENROLLMENT PERIOD. NOTE
the DEC. 7 DEADLINE, this Year. For information about what you may or may not change at
this time and during the first months of 2012, CLICK>
http://www.medicarerights.org/medicare-answers/#Plan. LOCALLY, you may reply to this
O.N.E. email for information.
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** SAT. OCT 15 @ 9 am - Noon: BASIC DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY. Study the
basics of digital photography including tips on lighting and composition. Special Notes: Students
must bring their camera and instruction booklet to class.
Instructor: Jim Cowlin. Location: Mountain Vista school. Cost: $25. Central Arizona
Community Enrichment course. For information or to register for this class, contact Muriel
Thomas at Muriel.thomas@centralaz.edu or 520-494-6166.
^WNPA^* SAT. OCT 15 @ 12 noon & 2 pm. WNPA: DVD: MT. RUSHMORE-CRAZY
HORSE & THE BLACK HILLS by Finley-Holiday Films. FREE. Discover the best of Mt.
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Rushmore and the Black Hills, includeing historic footage from archives of Mt. Rushmore and
Crazy Horse Memorials. Reservations required: please call 622-6014. FOR MORE
INFORMATION: FIND
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^WNPA^ * SAT. OCT 15 @ 3:30 - 5 pm: ARTISTS RECEPTION:Guadalupe de la Torre,
Original Paintings and Giclees - Gallery art for October. [See ART in the AREA] No
reservation required. FIND
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^NEW^** ^OI^ SAT. OCT 15 @11 am - 1 am (Sun.) Music by GONE COUNTRY BAND.
Oracle Inn. NOTE: There seem to be several websites for Bands by this name.
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^NEW^^TCP^ SAT. OCT 15 @ 9 am - 5 pm: TCP FALL PLANT SALE - Open to Public.
Tohono Chul Park. Visit Tohono Chul's fall plant sale to see our extensive offering of usual and
unusual native and adapted plants from Adeniums and boojums to burseras, frankincense and
Zauschnerias.
Those planning to attend should enter from Northern Avenue on the east side of the Park
(Go south on Oracle Rd. to Ina, turn right and take the NEXT Right for Northern Ave.). Open to
the public; no admission charge. Held tomorrow - SUN - also.
============ EACH SATURDAY ============
** SAT. 9 am - 11 am: FARMERS MARKET. Breakfast, Coffee, Pastries (including sugar
free), produce CLICK> .Triangle L Ranch / 2805 N Triangle L Ranch Rd Oracle. Contact
Sharon Holnback 896-2123
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** SAT. 1 -5 pm: ACADIA RANCH MUSEUM (Oracle Historical Society) MUSEUM
OPEN. Click> Acadia Ranch Museum. 825 Mount Lemmon Road Oracle. Contact 896-960.
^TCP^ SUN. OCT 16 @ 10 am - 4 pm: TCP FALL PLANT SALE - Open to Public. Tohono
Chul Park. Visit Tohono Chul's fall plant sale to see our extensive offering of usual and unusual
native and adapted plants from Adeniums and boojums to burseras, frankincense and
Zauschnerias.
Those planning to attend should enter from Northern Avenue on the east side of the Park
(Go south on Oracle Rd. to Ina, turn right and take the NEXT Right for Northern Ave.). Open to
the public; no admission charge.
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^arena^** SUN. OCT 16 (3rd SUN): GYMKHANA. 77 Arena. All ages welcome, as well as
cowboys and cowgirls. No need to be a professional, this is a family organized and family fun
activity, as well as all volunteer. CLICK> http://www.hwy77arena.com/gymkhana.htm
The price is $5.00 per event or $20.00 for all five events. Time onlys are $2.00 each or 3
for $5.00 [Time onlys are on barrels only]. Also, a $5.00 Arena fee will be charged to pay for
lighting and water to keep the arena nice and healthy for you and your horses to have fun.
There will be five events each month which will include barrels and four others that
are subject to change month to month. OCTOBER EVENTS:Mountain Cow Horse, Scramble,
Crazy 8, Keyhole. Information: Lori 520-465-4115 or Mike 520-906-2755
CLICK> http://www.hwy77arena.com/gymkhana.htm
@9 am: Books open
@ 10 am: Times only
@ 11 am: START
Directions: Milepost 100 on Hwy 77, Oracle. Take ADOT Oracle Maintenance Yard exit, turn
right on dirt road, follow road to Arena.
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EACH SUNDAY ============
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**^RLV^ SUN. @ 1 - 5 pm: RANCHO LINDA VISTA GALLERY. CLICK>
http://www.interstice.us/rlvweb/gallery.htm. 955 W Linda Vista Rd. Information: 896-2988.
CURRENT SHOW Betina Fink • Oil Paintings. CLICK: http://www.betinafink.com/
SEE ALSO - Section called . To see it COPY the and FIND.
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ORACLE’S MASONIC TEMPLE for SALE
With the closing of the Temple in Oracle, the Masons are selling the building, which is across
the street from the Oracle Library and up the hill. Information should be available soon about
the sale.
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SPATS Playhouse to Continue
After meeting to explore ending the San Pedro Actors Theater, the group decided instead to put
on one more play. The only news I have so far: It will be a very ―adult‖ play. Stay in touch to
local media for more information. http://www.eastvalleytribune.com/local/article_799ba9ae-f13c-
11e0-90c1-001cc4c002e0.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter
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Pinal County deploying device that turns iPhones into I.D. scanners
Posted: Saturday, October 8, 2011 2:45 pm | Updated: 3:50 pm, Sat Oct 8, 2011.
By Garin Groff, Tribune
Summary: Deputie sin Pinal County will be the first in the nation to receive a new device that
attaches to an iPhone, with near-instant capabilities to identify people by scanning their irises,
face or fingerprints. Deputies can scan suspects when they make contact, and results come back
within seconds.
Sheriff Paul Babeu called the technology a game-changer for law enforcement.
Scanning fingerprints, irises and faces isn‘t new. But it usually involved taking a suspect
to a station, downloading information on a laptop and separate devices for each operation.
Babeu will get the first 70 units in November, said Sean Mullin, CEO of Massachusetts-
based BI2 Technologies.
―This is really a leap forward because it includes all three biometrics on a smart phone
and you don‘t have to hook it up to anything,‖ Mullin said.
The device is called the Mobile Offender Recognition and Information System, or
MORIS. They‘re slightly larger than the smart phone they‘re attached to.
Pinal County is the only Arizona law enforcement agency in line to get MORIS units
now, but Mullin expects at least six more will sign orders within three months.
Earlier versions that scan irises are in 47 states.
Now when deputies use fingerprints to identify a suspect, they must drive to a substation.
That can take an hour in the sprawling county. Deputies normally release suspects for minor
crimes after booking them, which can happen much faster than a database can match the just-
obtained fingerprints against a national database. By that time, some suspects with felony
warrants have been let go.
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Sometimes, deputies don‘t even get that far.
“When you’re talking about people who don’t have documents,[My bold: think about the
real reason Babeau wanted this so badly! The article doesn‘t say how much all this cost.-EJA] a
lot of times officers just let them go because we have no idea who the person is.‖ Babeu said.
―This happens all too often.‖
• Contact writer: (480) 898-6548 or EMAIL ggroff@evtrib.com
For the complete article, CLICK> http://www.eastvalleytribune.com/local/article_799ba9ae-
f13c-11e0-90c1-001cc4c002e0.html?utm
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THE ARIZONA STATE REDISTRICTING COMMISSION NEWS
Statistics from Round one of hearings
Announcing schedule for the 2nd round of public hearings.
http://www.azredistricting.org/docs/Meeting-Info/Public-Hearings-2nd-Round.pdf
For more meeting information, please visit the IRC online here: www.azredistricting.org
MEETINGS in/near Tucson AZ:
TUE. OCT 12 @ : Tucson/
MON. OCT 24 @ 6 pm: Tucson/ University of Arizona Student Union Memorial Center North
Ballroom 1303 E. University Blvd. Tucson, AZ 85721.
THU. NOV 3 @ 6 pm: Town of Marana / Marana Municipal Complex Auditorium 11555 W.
Civic Center Drive Marana, AZ 85653
You can also
SIGN UP TO SUBSCRIBE
WATCH the LIVE STREAM of MEETINGS (one for each day thus far).
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RENOVATION NEARING COMPLETION at CAC’s ARAVAIPA CAMPUS
This coming January as the target date to open the renovated and expanded facilities at
Aravaipa Campus.
In May renovation began on Building A that housed the administration area for the
campus followed quickly by renovation on Building B and Building E. Building A was
completed in August, while Buildings B and E are scheduled to be done in December.
Building B will house an improved library for the students and community of Eastern
Pinal County, while a new student services area will share the location and help create a new
front door to the campus. Building E will feature extensive renovations to classrooms.
The final phase of the Aravaipa Campus reconstruction will commence later in October
and will consist of redesigned areas and renovation. The total project will be finished in January
of 2012 with a grand reopening ceremony being planned for the spring semester.
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Central Arizona College exploring redistricting options
ARAVAIPA, Ariz. – Central Arizona College is currently working with consultants to see how
proposed redistricting plans for the Pinal County supervisors could impact the institution.
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The process became necessary when Pinal County began formulating new supervisor districts
after the final tallies of the 2010 census revealed what many expected – a tremendous jump in
the number of residents calling Pinal County home.
The 2010 census showed an increase of almost 200,000 residents in Pinal County as the
region‘s population exploded from 179,000 in 2000 to 375,000 last year. Because state statute
demands counties with more than 200,000 residents must be served by five elected supervisors,
Pinal County will need to add two supervisor positions.
The questions now being bandied about ask what, if any, correlation will take place
between the new supervisor districts and Central Arizona College‘s Governing Board District.
While some community colleges align their districts with those established by local
governmental entities, there is no mandate that Central Arizona College‘s Governing Board
District must mirror the districts being discussed at the county level for supervisors.
The county has put forward three plans for five supervisory districts that include two
options that would split the city of Maricopa into two separate districts, and the city of Casa
Grande into a pair of separate districts. The Pinal County Board of Supervisors is expected to
make its recommendation in early October.
The current CAC Governing Board is comprised of five elected members who serve six-
year terms. Members of the CAC Governing Board include Gladys Christensen, the current
president (Coolidge, District 2), Linda Yarrington, the current secretary and vice president
(Apache Junction, District 4), Gloria Ann Guzman (Dudleyville, District 5), Rita Nader (Casa
Grande, District 3) and Rick Gibson (Casa Grande, District 1).
Yarrington and Gibson began their current terms in January of 2009, while Nader was re-
elected for another term that started in January of 2011. The terms for Christensen and Guzman
will expire in December of 2012.
-- www.centralaz.edu --
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(OCT 17 - 31)
^NEW^ ^CAC^ MON. OCT 17: CAC schedules for CARLOTA (Central Arizona
Regional Law Officers Training Academy) and for CAC’s fire science/emergency medical
services to be available. CLICK> www.centralaz.edu.
^NEW^ For CARLOTA, CLICK>
http://www.centralaz.edu/Home/Academics/Divisions_and_Programs/Police_Academy.htm
^NEW^ For FIRESCIENCE/ EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES, CLICK>
http://www.centralaz.edu/Home/Academics/Divisions_and_Programs/Fire_ScienceEmergency_
Medical_Technology.htm
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** MON. OCT 17 & and WED. OCT 19 @ 3-5 pm: BASIC DRYWALL REPAIRS:
COMMUNITY EDUCATION. Introduction to basic drywall repairs that can save you time and
money. Instructor: Joseph Ramos. Location: Mountain Vista school. Cost: $25
For information or to register for this class, contact Muriel Thomas at
Muriel.thomas@centralaz.edu or 520-494-6166.
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^NEW^** MONs. & WEDs. OCT. 17 &19 Then each Mon & Wed through tbe
college semester @ 6:30 - 9:30 pm: GENERAL EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (GED)
TEST PREPARATION CLASSES. FREE for Arizona residents.Students are encouraged to
preregister at any one of Central Arizona College‘s 10 locations, or they may register onsite on
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the first night of the class. Proof of legal presence in the United States is required. Oracle
(Mt. Vista Junior High School) 2618 W. El Paseo, Oracle, AZ, Room 23. For more information
on classes in Eastern Pinal County, please call Central‘s Aravaipa Campus at 520-357-2800 or
520-357-2801.
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** ^AC^ TUE. OCT 18 @ 10 am - 2 pm: STAMPING (with Barb) . Decorative techniques for
all kinds of surfaces and purposes: cards, book covers, sketch book/journal pages and collages.
You‘ll learn both traditional and non-traditional stenciling as well as how to make stencil resists,
from the creation of a design to stencil cutting and color application. You‘ll learn basic to
complex overlaying of a variety of stencils and colors. Then, carve your own stamps, starting
with unique designs (made by you with lots of ideas and suggestions from Barb). Create simple
to complex patterns using single and multiple stamps in a variety of colors and patterns. You‘ll
take home everything you need to continue your explorations. Limit of 8 participants. FEE
$65 includes all materials
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** ^OHS^ TUE. OCT 18: LAST DAY to LEAVE MESSAGE about Oracle run for
Darrell Klesh before the low cost deadline. He will return calls ONLY on Wednesdays.
Call (520) 896-9609. Rather do it by internet? CLICK
To See Pictures of past runs,
CLICK> http://oracletown.com/images_oracle_run.html
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^PC-BOS^WED. OCT 19 @ 9:30 am: Regular PINAL COUNTY> BOARD OF SUPERVISOR
MEETINGS>. For More information, CLICK>
ttp://www.pinalcountyaz.gov/Departments/BoardofSupervisors/Pages/MeetingSchedule.aspx.
CLICK for directions >
Board of Supervisors Hearing Room, Administration Building A, 31 North Pinal St., Florence.
Public Comments: Those wishing to address the Pinal County Board of Supervisors need not
request permission in advance. Action taken as a result of public comment will be limited to
directing staff to study the matter or rescheduling the matter for further consideration and
decision at a later date. Requests: Board of Supervisors agenda items are due in the Clerk of the
Board's Office on Friday, 5:00 p.m. (no exception) Twelve (12) Days prior to Meeting. Submit
the request in writing to: Sheri Cluff, Clerk of the Board/ P.O. Box 827/ Florence, Arizona 85132
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^NEW^ ^WNPA^ * WED. OCT 19 @ 12 noon & 2 pm. WNPA: FATHER KINO'S HERBS
BOOK PRESENTATION AND SIGNING. Presented by author Jacqueline A. Soule, PhD.
FREE. Soule has gardened in the Old Pueblo for a number of decades. An award-winning garden
writer. her book — Father Kino's Herbs: Growing & Using Them Today— combines her love of
growing and using herbs with her love of this exceptional region. Reservations required: please
call 622-6014. FOR MORE INFORMATION: FIND
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*** WED. OCT 19 @ 7 pm: O.N.E.: DEADLINE for information for OCT. 24 issue (Call
896-9037 to alert us to your email, if you have items after this). BE SURE TO INSERT O.N.E.
in the SUBJECT LINE OF YOUR EMAIL.)
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^NEW^** ^OCC^THU. OCT 20 3rd (3RD THUS) @ 6 - 8pm: OLD FASHIONED ICE
CREAM SOCIAL at the Oracle Community Center. $5 per person or $12 for a family of four or
more. Come meet others of all ages from the Oracle Community and support the Oracle
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Community Center. You could start to get acquainted with those whom you can help make this
next Spring‘s Oaks Festival better than ever. Also see: BOARD MEETING OCT 24.
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^NEW^** ^OI^ THU. OCT 20 @ ?? LAFF’S COMEDY NIGHT. Oracle Inn, 305 E.
American Ave. www.oracleinn.com, 520-896-3333.
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^WNPA^ * FRI. OCT 21 @ 10 am & 1 pm. WNPA: SPECIAL EVENT: SAGUARO
NATIONAL PARK BIOBLITZ: LIVE FEED ON OUR BIG SCREEN. Participate in a free
Electronic Field Trip to Saguaro National Park. On this exciting journey, we will follow
thousands of individuals doing hands-on science in the park as part of the BioBlitz program led
by the National Park Service and National Geographic. For more information visit their website.
CLICK> http://www.nps.gov/sagu/bioblitz-2011.htm
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FRI. OCT 21 @ 5 pm - 8 pm: TCP PARK AFTER DARK, with Opening Reception
for Dia de los Muertos. For more information, CLICK >
http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/special-events/park-after-dark/ . Meet
the artists from Día de los Muertos and Art Journaling, chat with local wildlife experts and make
a connection with their nocturnal creatures such as bats, bugs, snakes and owls. There will be
performances for the young and the young-at-heart including the fiesta sounds of mariachis.
Before the evening is over, take time for light picnic supper catered by the Tea Room (fee) or
simply enjoy the desert night! Free for children 12 and under / members $5 / general public $8.
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^TCP^ FRI. OCT. 21 @ 5 - 8 pm: OPENING RECEPTION during Park After Dark, for
artists exhibiting in the Main Gallery. The exhibition ―Día de los Muertos: runs from Sept 1 –
Nov 6. CLICK> http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/art-exhibits/in-exhibit-hall/
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FRI. OCT 21 & SAT. OCT 22 ALL DAY. NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EVENT at
Suguaro National Park. VOLUNTEERS interested in Biological/ ecological species needed
Highlighting the rich biodiversity of Saguaro National Park, National Geographic has
chosen the park for it‘s ―Bioblitz‖. The goal is to inventory every living thing, plant or animal
within the park in 24 hours. Another goal is to learn about some of the unknown resources in the
park, like the invertebrate animals, and non-vascular plants. We hope to find species in the park
that haven't been found here before. Maybe your team will discover a species new to science!
Scientist Registration is now open. Group and individual registration will be available
online closer to the October event. Families, schools, clubs, scout troops and other groups are
encouraged to participate. For questions and or to receive updates and registration
information when available, send an email to bioblitz@ngs.org.
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^NEW^ SAT. OCT 22 @ 7:30 - 9 am: LAUNCH THE LOOP celebrates the connection of the
pedestrian and bike paths through the Santa Cruz and Rillito river parks on The Loop, 55 miles
of car-free paths being developed around metropolitan Tucson, with links to Marana and Oro
Valley. The 23-mile path from West Silverlake Road to North Craycroft Road is the longest
completed, continuous segment. If it doesn‘t have a motor, it‘s good to go on The Loop.
To join the Oct. 22 celebration and get free T-shirts, water bottles, backpacks, bike
helmets for kids, and safety gear while supplies last, register from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at:
Flowing Wells District Park, 5510 N. Shannon Road/ Christopher Columbus Park, 4600 N.
Silverbell Road or Crossroads at Silverbell Park, 7548 N. Silverbell Road.
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Walk, ride, run or skate from the registration sites directly to the 10 a.m. Dedication
Celebration on West Sunset Road, west of Interstate 10. Or register early at Flowing Wells
Park and participate in a 22-mile bike ride to the University of Arizona campus and back
before the Dedication Celebration. New Loop bike jerseys will be available for sale at the event.
Go to www.pima.gov/TheLoop for more information and the latest Loop news, maps and events.
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^NEW^ ^TCP^ SAT. OCT 22 @ 9 am-12 pm TCP Workshop: STRESS RELIEF: HERBS
FOR THE NERVES. Ed. Ctr. #2. CLICK>
http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/classes-and-workshops/ Feeling anxious and
stressed out? Finding it hard to sleep? Herbalist Pam Hyde-Nakai offers tips on which herbs can
help you strengthen your nervous system and balance the effects of a busy lifestyle. Many are
from the Southwest bioregion and others can be found in a kitchen garden. Sample teas and taste
tinctures that can be effective tonics to reduce stress and improve your life! Cost includes all
materials. • free for members / $7 general public. For all classes and workshops, call 742-6455 x
0 to register. Pre-registration is required. For information about TCP, FIND ^TCP^ in this
newsletter.
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^NEW^ ^WNPA^ * SAT. OCT 22 @ 12 noon & 2 pm. WNPA: ANCIENT INDIAN
CULTURES OF NORTHERN ARIZONA. DVD by Finley-Holiday Films FREE. See 1500
year old culture evolve, from the farmlands of Sunset Crater, the sprawling settlements of
Wupatki, and the spectacular cliff dwellings at Montezuma Castle. Hike into Walnut Canyon and
explore Tuzigoot looming over the landscape in the fertile Verde Valley. Reservations required:
please call 622-6014. FOR MORE INFORMATION: FIND
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^NEW^ ^TCP^ SAT. OCT 22 @ 2 - 4 pm: BRRR . . . COLD HARDY CACTI AND
ACCENTS. Tohono Chul Park, Ed. Ctr. #1. Uncharacteristic freezing temperatures in February
damaged many tender cacti and succulents in landscapes around Tucson. There are choices,
however, and award-winning landscape designer, Shelly Ann Abbott, MLA, has ideas to share
for cold hardy alternatives that will thrive all year around, even when temperatures dip well
below freezing. Learn how to build gardens that never have to be covered, plus, find out how to
use low-water accent plants to create color, texture and rhythm to add VAVOOM to your
landscape! Abbott‘s special guest is Cory from B and B Cactus with examples of little-known
spiny delights. Bring your landscape challenges with you. • $4 members / $8 general public . for
more info about this lecture, CLICK> http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/classes-
and-workshops/ . For all classes and workshops, call 742-6455 x 0 to register. Pre-registration is
required. For information about TCP, FIND ^TCP^ in this newsletter.
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*SAT. OCT 22 @ 6 pm: CHUCKWAGON ROUNDUP- An evening of fun, food and music.
Sign up at http://familyfirstpcc.org/chuckwagon_roundup. $10.00 per person. Family First
Pregnancy Care Center sponsors this event in Catalina.
^AHS^ SAT. OCT 22 @ 6:30 Registration/ @ 7 Tour: SPECIAL NIGHT AT THE ^AHS^
MUSEUM: Visit the AHS Arizona History Museum at night and watch it come alive during this
family-friendly event. Meet characters from Arizona’s past as you walk through the exhibits.
Enjoy light refreshments with re-enactors after the tour. AHS Arizona History Museum, 949 E.
2nd St., Tucson, AZ 85719 Phone: 520-628-5774.
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General Admission to the Museum for this evening event is $10.00 for AHS members and
the public; Children 11 and younger $5.00. Sponsored by the AHS Docent Council.
Proceeds benefit the Arizona Historical Society.
For more information, contact docent Betty Cook (520-886-3363 cbetty@cox.net) or
Mary Ann Ruelas, AHS Education and Outreach Division (520-617-1154 maruelas@azhs.gov).
Free parking one block west of the museum in the Arizona Historical Society garage at the
northeast corner of E. 2nd St. and N. Euclid Ave. Use the E. 2nd St. entrance. A flyer about this
event can be found on the AHS website at
www.arizonahistoricalsociety.org/UserFiles/PDF/news_events/SpecialNight.pdf.
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** ^OCC^ SUN. OCT 23: DEADLINE to enter ORACLE RUN at a discount. Goes up $10 or
more after this. (Postmark on snail mail tomortrow is okay) ENTRY FORMS: Click>
http://www.oraclehistoricalsociety.org/events.html#run.
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^NEW^ ^TCP^ MON. OCT 24 & TUE. OCT 25 @ 9am-3pm TCP Workshop: THESE
BOOTS ARE MADE FOR…HANGING! Ed. Ctr. #1. CLICK>
http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/classes-and-workshops/ Local artist and
teacher Ruth Hamilton has her boots on – saguaro boots that is! In this workshop, participants
create a unique saguaro boot wall hanging, selecting from one of two designs: a saguaro boot
with ribs and desert botanicals or a Southwest-themed boot with leather and turquoise. Cost of
the class includes instruction and basic materials; in addition, students will purchase saguaro
boots and accent materials during the workshop with costs ranging from $50-$60 depending on
the design chosen. Please bring needle-nosed pliers, heavy duty scissors or garden pruners, glue
gun (if you have one), any accent pieces you wish to incorporate and a brown bag lunch. • $60
members / $75 general public.
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** ^OHS^ MON. OCT 24: DEADLINE to ENTER ORACLE RUN [on OCT 29] at lowest
cost: TAKE entry to Acadia Museum. (Must be in by OCT 24.) ENTRY FORM to MAIL IN,
CLICK
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^NEW^** ^CAC^ MONs and WED.s, OCT 24 - NOV 2 @ 3-5:30 pm: BASIC PLUMBING
REPAIRS COMMUNITY EDUCATION Introduction to basic plumbing repairs that can save
you time and money. Community Education. Instructor: Joseph Ramos.Location: Mountain
Vista school. Cost: $61. For information or to register for this class, contact Muriel Thomas at
Muriel.thomas@centralaz.edu or 520-494-6166.
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^NEW^** ^OCC^ MON. OCT 24 @ 6:30-8:30 pm: GENERAL MEMBERSHIP POTLUCK
Oracle Community Center. 685 E American Ave Oracle. Halloween Theme, a "finger food
supper,"prizes and adventure! Come find out what you can do for your Community Center and
begin to help make this next Spring‘s Oaks Festival better than ever.
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^NEW^** ^AC^TUE. OCT 25 @ 10 am - 2 pm: • DECORATING PAPERS WITH PASTE
& PAINT (with Barb) One of the earliest forms of paper decoration is a technique in which
water-based artist paints and thick paste are mixed together and applied to paper, then inscribed,
scratched, combed or otherwise textured with pattern. We‘ll also create painted papers with
acrylic inks for spectacular effects. These ―paste papers‖ and ink washes dry beautifully and can
be used for making cards, book covers & pages, collages,and origami boxes. A fun and ―messy‖
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workshop in which ―the sky‘s the limit‖ on designs and colors you‘ll create. Limit of 8
participants. FEE $65 includes all materials. Barb at 520.896.2824 barbara@barbaracowlin.com
www.barbarakempcowlin.com
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^NEW^**^AC^ WED. OCT 26 @ 10 am - 2 pm • FOLDED PAPER ORIGAMI BOXES
(with Val)An attractive handmade box of colorful paper makes any gift special… and the box
itself becomes a second gift! We‘ll learn and finish open containers that can be filled with candy
or dsized to nest like a sculpture. We‘ll also make boxes with lids in various sizes so you can
stack them, hang as a mobile, or give them all away with surprises inside. All projects are
―beginner‖ level for stress-free learning. Limit of 5 participants. FEE $65 includes all materials.
Val at 520.896.2464 paperlady@iinet.com www.paperartlady.com
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^NEW^ ^WNPA^ * WED. OCT 26 @ 12 noon & 2 pm. WNPA: SOUTH AFRICA: FROM
APARTHEID TO A NON-RACIST DEMOCRACY, WHOA! Presented by Jack Lasseter, a
frequent presenter at WNPA. FREE. A trip of a lifetime to South Africa, a beautiful country
which Jack describes in one word, "Whoa!" He shares with us up close and personal encounters
with lions, leopards, elephants, and many other animals in the country's majestic game reserves.
He also shares with us its troubled history of Apartheid and its present experiment in democracy.
Reservations required: please call 622-6014. FOR MORE INFORMATION: FIND
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^NEW^ ^TCP^ THU. OCT 27 @1:45-11 pm. MT. LEMMON SKYNIGHTS ADVENTURE.
Star-gazing is a popular pastime among Tucsonans because of our clear and open skies. Our
winter night sky programs have been popular with members since the early 1990s and this fall
we are pleased to offer a return visit with astrophotographer Adam Block and a truly cosmic
experience at over 9,000 feet at the Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter. Learn about sunset points and star
charts and view the heavens through the SkyCenter‘s 32-inch Schulman telescope. Cost includes
transportation, guide services and a boxed supper. $99 members/$120 general public. CLICK >
http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/travel/
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** THU. OCT 27 (2nd & 4th THU) @ 6:30 pm: ORACLE OPTIMIST CLUB (Come
at 6 pm for dinner for $10.00 by the Oracle Inn. This club serves the tri-community. The club is a
part of the International organization to support and work with the youth in the community. For
more information contact Michele Ganon at 897-3023. For more information, see the Optimist
Club in the .
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^NEW^ ^PC^ FRI. OCT 28 @ 8 am - 2 pm: SECOND ANNUAL EMERGENCY
PREPAREDNESS FAIR.Pinal County Emergency Management will host. The event is free.
There will be mini workshops on key topics, exhibits and hands-on demonstrations. The day‘s
sessions are designed to offer something for everyone – whether it's preparing for a fire or flood
to working a fire extinguisher or knowing what to do if there is a medical emergency at your
work site.
The event is co sponsored by Central Arizona College, the Arizona Small Business
Development Center and the U.S. Small Business Administration. Presenters, booths and
exhibits will cover a variety of disciplines, including: public health, fire safety, weather safety,
care for animals during emergencies, workplace violence, assisting individuals with disabilities,
managing information and the media during emergencies and much more.
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Presentations are geared to employees, business owners and managers as well as
residents who just want a better idea of what to do in an emergency. Location: Central Arizona
College Small Business Development Center, 540 North Camino Mercado/ Casa Grande, AZ.
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** ^OHS^ SAT. OCT 29 @ 7:30 am: CHECK IN for run/walk; 9 am: 29TH ANNUAL
ORACLE RUN; 9:05: ORACLE FUN RUN/ WALK Acadia Ranch Museum. Mt Lemmon Rd
just off American Avenue. Sponsored by the Oracle Historical Society. This is an official
Southern Arizona Runners (SAR) Grand Prix Runners Event. “FUN RUN/WALK” for
those who don’t run and/or don’t want to go the whole 10,000 meters. More info at Oracle
Historical Society website and also a place to click for entry form. MORE INFORMATION &
ENTRY FORM: CLICK
NOTE: Entry After OCT 24 is $35.00. Before is $25.00 ($22.00 if SARS. To See Pictures of
past runs, CLICK> http://oracletown.com/images_oracle_run.html
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^NEW^ [Dates are New] ^CAC^ SAT. OCT 29 & NOV. 5 @ 10 am - 2:30 pm: ORACLE'S
EARLY SETTLERS: THEIR HISTORY . Learn about and visit the places of Oracle‘s Native
American people: The Salado, and the Apaches as seen by later Oracle Residents. Instructor:
Evaline Auerbach. Location: Mountain Vista school. Cost: $55. Central Arizona Community
Enrichment course. For information or to register for this class, contact Muriel Thomas at
Muriel.thomas@centralaz.edu or 520-494-6166.
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^NEW^ ^WNPA^ * SAT. OCT 29 @ 10 am - 4 pm. WNPA: SPECIAL EVENT: HOPI
KATSINA SHOW AND SALE. No reservations are required for this event. WNPA‘s first Hopi
katsina (aka ―Katchina‖) show and sale. Experts on hand will guide you through this amazing
Hopi tradition. FOR MORE INFORMATION: FIND
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^NEW^ ** ^RLV^ SAT. OCT 29 @ 4:30 pm: OUR FIRE CONCERT & CEREMONY:
NATIVE AMERICAN TRADITIONAL & CONTEMPORARY MUSIC - Fundraiser for
Children's Art Education. Enjoy the smoky voice, healing lyrics and sensual cello playing of
Native American Music Award & Grammy-nominated artist, Dawn Ieriho:kwats Avery, a
"daring cellist and vocalist" (NY Times) and Grammy-winning artist (with Johnny Whitehorse),
Larry Mitchell, who plays soulful guitar textures and electrifying solos as they re-release their
new album OUR FIRE. For Dawn Avery, CLICK> http://www.dawnavery.com/ For Larry
Mitchell, CLICK> http://www.larrymitchell.com/ COMMENT: Dawn Avery‘s music alone is
worth the cost. I can‘t stop listening to her music once I start - and I‘m sure Mitchell will inspire
us too! - EJA.
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The concert will begin with a Mohawk Thanksgiving and Healing Ceremony. (bring lawn
chairs ) The Wilson Barn, 2436 W. Linda Vista Rd, Oracle, AZ www.RLVOracleArt.org
520-603-9077. Admission Price: $20.
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** ^OI^ SAT. OCT 29 @ 7 pm - close: GREAT BIG HALLOWEEN BASH AT ORACLE
INN. Contact: Adrian & Kari Darimont ORACLE INN, Owners / Operators/ PO Box 1430/
Oracle, AZ. 85623. Ph: (520) 896-3333/ Fax: (520) 896-3337
E-mail: OracleInn@aol.com Web Site: www.oracleinn.com
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^NEW^ ^TCP^ SUN. OCT 30 @3 pm: BRICE WINSTON CONCERT. Tohono Chul Park
Performance Garden CLICK > http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/concerts/
Brice Winston Saxophonist and composer is a native of Tucson, AZ, but cut his teeth learning
jazz in the city where the music began, New Orleans. Brice currently finds himself back in his
hometown of Tucson, AZ running the Tucson Community Music School (TCSM) and continues
to record and perform in jazz clubs and music festivals all over the world. For Tickets, CLICK >
http://www.tohonochulpark.org/cart/events/tickets/reservations/ or call 520.742.6455. The park
is at 7366 N Paseo del Norte Tucson, AZ 85704. PHONE: (520) 742-6455 NOTE: Early Bird
Tickets ($12.00) are available for HOLIDAY NIGHTS, NOV & DEC. 3 & 4 @5:30 - 8:30 pm.
CLICK > http://www.tohonochulpark.org/cart/events/tickets/reservations/holiday-nights-
general-public-ticket-early-bird/
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^NEW^** ^Mkt^ THU through SUNs: NOV 25 - DEC 23 @11 am - 5 pm:
GIFT and ART Market. Former Green Javelina store, 1995 W American Ave. Oracle.
Affordably priced original works include stone sculpture, clay, paintings in all media, paper
mache objects, fine art photography, journaling books, encaustic, handcrafted jewelry, and art
cards. The market continues on December weekends (Thursdays - Sundays) thru December 23.
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** ^RLV^ R L V G A L L E R Y
SUNdays @ 1-5 pm: Gallery is open. INFO or APPT> Joy Fox McGrew at (520) 896-9689. For
directions to the gallery, go online to http://rlvoracleart.org/location.html
O.N.E. will list specific exhibit reception dates/times when available, but usually the receptions
are near the beginning of the month when a new show opens. You can put your email on their list
by visiting out there on Sunday or going online.
CALENDAR 2011 - 2012
OCT: Betina Fink • OIL PAINTINGS. ―Experiential painting means that every time Betina
Fink faces the canvas, she reacts to what is in front of her: the living, breathing, changing space.
Experiencing the making and changing of a painting becomes a compelling and evolving
relationship. What becomes interesting is the growing body of work that shows a cycle of
reinterpreted ideas.‖ Visit artist website> http://www.betinafink.com/
NOV:.Josh Flood, Former student of Selina Littler. Visit artist website.
http://www.jfloodart.com/shop Watercolors, Mixed Media (acrylic, oil, enamel), Collage,
Mixed Drawings (Unique Technique), Three dimensional Painting.
DEC: Lynn Duryea. MINIMALIST SCULPTURE, incorporating references to architectural,
mechanical and industrial elements. Visit Ceramics Today to see samples of work.
http://www.ceramicstoday.com/potw/duryea.htm
JAN: Don Normark • PHOTOGRAPHS.
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Normark ―captured the black-and-white photographs that would later be featured in CHAVEZ
RAVINE: A Los Angeles Story, as well as in his book Chávez Ravine, 1949. Unknowingly at
the time, Normark‘s portraits of Chavez Ravine‘s residents illustrated a community whose days
were numbered. Within a few years, the close-knit village would disappear, replaced by a new
Dodger Stadium.‖ See the film at http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/chavezravine/album.html
FEB: Selina Littler, an RLV resident • SCULPTURE AND MORE...
MAR: Andrew Rush. an RLV resident. Website: http://andrewrushart.com/ Andy’s book
Meditation on the Sea of Cortez is available at http://andrewrushart.com/Sea-of-
Cortez_Book.htm
APR: Stephen Romaniello • LARGE OIL PORTRAITS. Examples of paintings:
http://www.stephenromaniello.com/projects_paintings.html. Romaniello also creates
sculptures and digital photos.
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^AHS^ Arizona History Museum
Through NOV 1: Our Arizona art quilt show: Members of the Tucson Art Quilt Group have
created a series of quilt panels, each 15" wide x 45" long, representing what each artist loves
most about Arizona.
Open during museum regular hours - 949 E. 2nd St., Tucson, AZ 85719 The Arizona
Historical Society and all AHS museums will be closed Monday, October 10, 2011 for the
Columbus Day holiday. Phone: 520-628-5774.
Exhibit included with General museum admission: $5.00; Ages 60+ and Ages 12-18: $4.00;
Ages 11 and younger and all AHS members: Free. Free parking one block west of the museum
in the Arizona Historical Society garage at the northeast corner of E. 2nd St. and N. Euclid Ave.
Use the E. 2nd St. entrance. For more information, contact Laraine Daly Jones, Museum
Collection Manager, at 520-617-1179 or ldjones@azhs.gov.
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^TCP^ TOHONO CHUL PARK - MAIN GALLERY:
NOW THRU NOV 6: Dia de los Muertos: [Opening Reception during Park After Dark,
Friday, October 21, 5pm-8pm]
Tohono Chul Park‘s exhibit Día de los Muertos show-cases a versatile array of art works created
by regional artists paying homage to the ―Day of the Dead‖ observance. Our ever–popular
Community Ofrenda/Altar allows visitors to participate by leaving a token memento in
tribute for their departed loved ones. Also presented are fanciful and moving contemporary
paintings, photographs, quilts, and artful works that link us as human beings in dealing with
death, loss and remembrance. See NOV 1 for a description of Day of the Dead.
More Info and Artists Participating in this Exhibit CLICK >
http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/art-exhibits/in-exhibit-hall/
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TOHONO CHUL PARK - ENTRY GALLERY
NOW– NOV 14: ART JOURNALING
Art journals are visual and personal journeys, often incorporating artistic images along with an
artist‘s thoughts, ideas, musing and impressions within their pages. Artists may also collect
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images, clippings, cards and ephemera into scrapbooks/sketchbooks, culling inspiration from
them. In many ways, Art Journals can be stand-alone projects, or they may be the first shoreline
of the creative process. This invitational group exhibit will feature a wide range of personal art
journals that are all as unique as the artists who create them.
More Info and Artists Participating in this Exhibit CLICK >
http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/art-exhibits/in-gallery/
UPCOMING in the Entry Gallery: Holiday For the Park November 17 – December 12.
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TOHONO CHUL PARK - WELLS FARGO GALLERY
NOW– “SPRING 2012”: ART AND CULTURE OF THE TARAHUMARA. CLICK >
http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/art-exhibits/in-wells-fargo/
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^WNPA^ WESTERN NATIONAL PARKS ASSOCIATION
(Changes Monthly)
Gallery Art for October
Guadalupe de la Torre, Original Paintings and Giclees
Born into a family of artists, Guadalupe was encouraged as a small child to explore her
creativity,studying art both in Mexico and in the United States. She is proficient in many
different mediums including oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor, ink and sculpture. Guadalupe is the
recipient of numerous awards from juried shows throughout Southern Arizona, including the
MASTER'S MEED AWARD at the Tubac Art Festival five times. Meet the artist October 15th
from 3:30 to 5:00 pm, no reservation required
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PLEASE REPLY WITH YOUR EVENTS for these Holiday Months: What‘s happening here
for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hannukah, etc. ? Call it whatever you want, just give O.N.E. the
day, date, time, TITLE of the event, place, who to contact, preferably with an email address and
the sponsoring group of the event. THANKS!!!
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^NEW^ TUE. NOV 1: DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS (DAY OF THE DEAD)/ALL SAINTS
DAY. FIND for celebration/ exhibition at Tohono Chul Park. This Event is
celebrated in Mexico on All Saints‘ Day (Nov. 1st) and All Souls‘ Day (Nov. 2nd.) With roots
blending customs from pre-Hispanic and European influences, Día de los Muertos is a family
observance when ancestors and loved ones who have died are honored and remembered. It is a
poignant time, both solemn and joyous, with colorful traditions, pageantry, and whimsy despite
the sobering subject. Families clean, paint and decorate graves of relatives and participate in
graveside vigils with candles, flowers and music.
At home, ofrendas (altars) honor the dead, embellished with photographs of beloved
family mem-bers, family saints, candles, flowers and offerings — favorite foods and pan de
muertos (bread of the dead) to welcome their souls back for a short time. Not to be confused
with our ghoulish celebration of Halloween, Day of the Dead is a joyful remembrance with
feasts and festivities in which death is recognized as a natural part of the cycle of life. More info
and Video, CLICK > http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/art-exhibits/in-exhibit-hall/
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WED. NOV 2: ALL SOUL’S DAY. See NOV 1, above.
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^NEW^ ^TCP^ WED. NOV 2 @ 6:45 am-6:45 pm: DAY OF THE DEAD IN ARIZONA with
Patricia Preciado Martin. In cemeteries around southeastern Arizona, families gather to honor
friends and relatives by cleaning and decorating their graves with fresh and paper flowers,
candles and offerings of food and drink. Join noted Tucson author and oral historian Patricia
Preciado Martin, and our hosts Mary and Piet Van de Mark of Baja‘s Frontier Tours
(www.bajasfrontiertours.com), to experience this special holiday firsthand. Martin‘s treasured
stories bring to life our selection of hidden, historic and even ―ghostly‖ cemeteries in
southeastern Arizona. One off-the-beaten track example is a 19th century mining camp cemetery
in the hills east of historic Patagonia and another delightful feature of our day will be Martin‘s
sharing of items from her home altar. Cost includes comfortable transportation, picnic lunch and
great photo ops! Leaves from Tohono Chul Park.
$99 members/$120 general public. Special cancellation policy applies.
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^NEW^ SAT. NOV 4 @ 9 am - 3 pm: SADDLEBROOKE FALL ART and CRAFT FAIR.
Mountain View Clubhouse. More than 100 vendors. The event is entirely indoors and there is
plenty of parking. Food will be sold.
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^NEW^ ^TCP^ SAT. NOV 5 @ 9 am-4 pm TCP Workshop: GOURDS: SEA GRASS
ACCENTS AND ALCOHOL INKS Ed. Ctr. #2. CLICK>
http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/classes-and-workshops/ Gourd artist Sue
Brogdon is back with another hands-on workshop where the focus is on sea grass! Students will
learn three weaving techniques. Gourds are then finished with alcohol inks. Brogdon also shares
the recipe for dying plant material and demonstrates how to make clay embellishments. All
materials are included; students need to bring latex gloves, an old towel, bucket and scissors. •
$80 members / $95 general public. For all classes and workshops, call 742-6455 x 0 to register.
Pre-registration is required. For information about TCP, FIND ^TCP^ in this newsletter.
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^NEW^ ^AHS^ SAT. NOV 5 @ 9:30 am. – 2 pm ARIZONA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
127TH ANNUAL MEETING, TUCSON. AHS Arizona History Museum, 949 E. 2nd St.,
Tucson, AZ 85719 Phone: 520-628-5774.
The Arizona Historical Society 127th Annual Meeting is free and open to the public. AHS
members will be mailed Annual Meeting invitations in the coming days.
Lunch is $15.00/person and requires advanced reservations. For luncheon reservations or more
information, contact Eric Gonzales, AHS Administrative Secretary – Telephone: 520-617-1142
Email: egonzales@azhs.gov. Free parking one block west of the museum in the Arizona
Historical Society garage at the northeast corner of E. 2nd St. and N. Euclid Ave. Use the E. 2nd
St. entrance.
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^NEW^ ^AHS^ SAT. NOV 5 @ 10 am - 4 pm: LIFE AT THE FORT – LIVING HISTORY
PRESENTATION (AND 2:00 P.M. CONCERT) AHS Fort Lowell Museum, 2900
N. Craycroft Rd., Tucson, AZ Phone: 520-885-3832. The 4th U.S. Cavalry Regimental Band
will present a concert at 2:00 p.m. in front of the AHS Fort Lowell Museum. The band provides
a living representation of the military bands that performed at Fort Lowell from 1873 to 1891.
The music, uniforms and instruments are authentic to the period. The museum will have the
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Sibley Campaign tent on display with costumed re-enactors describing a day at the fort for the
Apache scouts, cavalry troopers and their families who lived there.
This event is free to the public. Free parking is available in the park. For more
information, call the AHS Fort Lowell Museum (520-885-3832 Fridays or Saturdays only) or
visit
www.arizonahistoricalsociety.org/UserFiles/PDF/news_events/brass%20band%202011_2012.pd
f.
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^PC-BOS^ WED. NOV 9 @ 9:30 am: Regular PINAL COUNTY> BOARD OF SUPERVISOR
MEETINGS>. For More information, CLICK>
ttp://www.pinalcountyaz.gov/Departments/BoardofSupervisors/Pages/MeetingSchedule.aspx.
CLICK for directions >
Board of Supervisors Hearing Room, Administration Building A, 31 North Pinal St., Florence.
Public Comments: Those wishing to address the Pinal County Board of Supervisors need not
request permission in advance. Action taken as a result of public comment will be limited to
directing staff to study the matter or rescheduling the matter for further consideration and
decision at a later date. Requests: Board of Supervisors agenda items are due in the Clerk of the
Board's Office on Friday, 5:00 p.m. (no exception) Twelve (12) Days prior to Meeting. Submit
the request in writing to: Sheri Cluff, Clerk of the Board/ P.O. Box 827/ Florence, Arizona 85132
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^NEW^ ^TCP^ MON. NOV 7 thru THU. NOV 10 @ 10 am-4 pm TCP Workshop:
POCKET SKETCHING Ed. Ctr. #2. CLICK>
http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/classes-and-workshops/ Artist Kath Macaulay
has developed her own technique for quick journaling and field sketches using a small format
(4‖x6‖) and inexpensive materials, resulting in watercolor sketches that capture a moment in
time and preserve memories. Macaulay stresses that no previous experience is necessary, but that
even practiced artists will gain a new, quick, expressive field technique. Participants sketchs both
in the classroom and on the Park grounds. All materials included; bring a brown bag lunch and
plan on lunch on your own in the Tohono Chul Tea Room on day four. • $275 members / $300
general public. For all classes and workshops, call 742-6455 x 0 to register. Pre-registration is
required. For information about TCP, FIND ^TCP^ in this newsletter.
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^NEW^* ^CAC^ NOV 7, 14 & 21 @ 10am - Noon: MAKING SENSE OF MEDICARE &
OTHER SENIOR INSURANCE ISSUES - helps members of the community solve what can
be a frustrating mystery. Offered at CAC’s SaddleBrooke Center. The cost of attending these
classes is $37. Students will receive a working understanding of coverage options and related
terminology that confronts seniors and the disabled as they enter or maneuver through the
Medicare system.
This class will explain and simplify senior health care insurance options whether you are nearing
65 or over that mark. Topics covered include Medicare Part A (hospital insurance), Part B
(medical insurance/Medigap), Part C (Medicare advantage) and Part D (prescription drug plan),
as well as long-term care, life insurance and annuities.
Andy Lockridge teaches the course. He has been a licensed life and health insurance
agent in Arizona for more than 15 years.
For more information or to register for this course, please contact Muriel Thomas at 520-
494-6616 or by e-mail at muriel.thomas@centralaz.edu.
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^NEW^**^AC^ TUE. NOV 8 & WED. NOV. 9 @ 10 am - 2 pm • CARD MAKING
EXTRAVAGANZA (with Barb & Val) (something different each day, so come for one or both)
Come for one day or both and complete a dozen or more greeting cards each day for the holidays
& beyond. We‘ll have different models, ideas, materials and tools for many styles and techniques
-- stamps, punches, beads, charms, stencils, colors, ribbons, lots of different papers, plus pens
and appropriate verses to write inside. Bring your own decorated or handmade paper, too. Bring
a friend. Limit of 8 participants per day. FEE per day $65 includes all materials. SAVE $20!
Come for BOTH DAYS for $110 including all materials.
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And, by the way, let us know if you have an idea for a workshop you‘d like us to offer in the
spring -- or if some other days of the week might be more convenient for you. Val at
520.896.2464 paperlady@iinet.com www.paperartlady.com. Barb at 520.896.2824
barbara@barbaracowlin.com www.barbarakempcowlin.com
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^New^ *^Bio2^ THU. NOV 10 @ 6: 30 pm: SOLAR ENERGY - Ardeth Barnhart, Program
Director, Renewable Energy Biol. SCIENCE CAFE: at Western National Parks Associate Store:
12880 N Vistoso Village Drive. (520) 622-6014. Please call us and RSVP to assure we save a
seat for you. CLICK> http://www.wnpa.org/default_flash.asp
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** ^OSD^ FRI. NOV 11: VETERAN’S DAY. Oracle Public Schools Closed. CLICK>
http://osd2.org/ and then calendar in left column.
Arizona Historical Society Closed.
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^New^ FRI.^SKA^ NOV 11 @6: 30 PM: SKY ISLAND ALLIANCE 20TH
ANNIVERSARY BENEFIT CONCERT. The world‘s premier Native American flutist R.
Carlos Nakai and acclaimed Yaqui classical guitarist Gabriel Ayala are coming together to help
Sky Island Alliance celebrate 20 years of conservation with a benefit concert.
Appetizer reception starts at 6:30p.m., concert to follow.
Where: Grace St. Paul Episcopal Church
2331 East Adams St. (1 block south of the Arizona Inn) Tucson, AZ
The event is open to the public and all funds raised will support Sky Island Alliance‘s
work as a grassroots organization dedicated to the protection and restoration of the rich natural
heritage of native species and habitats in the Sky Island region of the southwestern United States
and northwestern Mexico. Since 1991, Sky Island Alliance has become a leader in conservation
policy, grassroots organizing, and achieving on-the-ground results throughout the Southwest.
We are looking to welcome a diverse group at the concert and hope that many of our members
and volunteers will be able to attend this celebration. Please tell your friends!
Tickets: $65/each available online, and at other places in Tucson (see website). (Tickets may be
purchased at the door if they are still available that night.) For more information or to purchase
tickets by phone, please call (520) 624-7080 x15. If you purchase your tickets online or by
phone, you will receive confirmation by email. Please bring that email or an ID with you to pick
your tickets up at Will-Call on the night of the event.
Sky Island Alliance is a 501(c)3 charity and $40 of each ticket price is a tax-deductible
donation.
If you or your business may be interested in helping to underwrite this event, please contact
Keri@skyislandalliance.org.
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The Artists: For more information about the artists, R. Carlos Nakai and Gabriel Ayala, please
view their web sites:
http://www.rcarlosnakai.com/index.php
http://www.ayalaguitarist.com/index.html
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^NEW^ ^TCP^ SAT. NOV 12 @ 9 am - 5pm TCP Workshop: COOKING THE WILD
SOUTHWEST Ed. Ctr. #2 CLICK> http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/classes-
and-workshops/ Holiday tables usually include old family favorites, but why not add a few
surprising touches this year with tasty new dishes using some of the wild desert foods that grow
so abundantly in Arizona? Join Carolyn Niethammer for a morning of fun and exploration. We‘ll
use prickly pear fruit and pads, meal from ground mesquite pods and local desert flavorings to
make some dishes that are sure to become new holiday favorites. Audience participation is
encouraged and of course there are tastings for all! Niethammer is the author of Cooking the
Wild Southwest: Delicious Recipes for Desert Plants, The Prickly Pear Cookbook and other
books on Southwest cooking. • $25 members / $35 general public. For all classes and workshops,
call 742-6455 x 0 to register. Pre-registration is required. For information about TCP, FIND
^TCP^ in this newsletter.
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^New^ ^AHS^ SAT. NOV 12 @ 10 am. – 12 pm.:FORT LOWELL PARK WALKING
TOUR, Tucson. AHS Fort Lowell Museum, 2900 N. Craycroft Rd., Tucson, AZ Phone: 520-
885-3832. Meet at the museum on the west side of Fort Lowell Park. View the riparian area, the
pond, the excavated Hohokam pit house and village, and the ruins of the old fort. Visit the
reconstructed commanding officer's quarters and learn about the lives of the troopers, scouts and
their families that were at Fort Lowell between 1873 and 1891. Your guide, in period costume,
will tell you the story of the fort and show you artifacts that were found on the grounds. See the
rifles, uniforms and equipment used by the cavalry troopers and scouts. And if you like, bring
your own lunch and enjoy a picnic in the park after the tour.
Cost: $10.00/person; Free for ages 11 and younger. For AHS members, ages 17 and younger are
free. First come, first served, limit 20 people. Free parking is available in the park. These tours
will be offered on the second Saturday of each month through April, 2012. For more
information, call the AHS Fort Lowell Museum (520-885-3832 Fridays or Saturdays only).
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* ^New^ ^WNPA^ SAT. NOV 12 @ 10 am: “REMEMBERING THE SONGS” Gary
Stroutsos, World flutist and Cultural Storyteller, plays world flute music drawn from traditional
cultures. Evoking a spirit of place and the voices of the land, his work includes internationally
acclaimed recordings at sacred sties. ―Remembering the Songs,‖ explores the music traditions of
the Salish, Diné and Zuni people. Call 622-6014. Tickets must be prepaid and are non-
refundable: $15.00 general/ $12 members. 1288o N. Vistoso Village Dr. Oro Valley 85755.
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^New^ ^AHS^ SAT. NOV 12 @ 10:30 am - 12 noon:BURIED UNDER RUMORS: FOG,
FACTS, AND THE KIDNAPPING OF JUNE ROBLES. Lecture at AHS Arizona History
Museum, 949 E. 2nd St., Tucson, AZ 85719 Phone: 520-628-5774.
This year marks 75 years since a six-year old girl was held captive for 19 days in an iron
box buried in the Sonoran Desert east of Tucson. Join Paul Cool, the recipient of this year‘s
Barry M. Goldwater Award for best paper at the Arizona History Convention, for his talk about
this 1934 kidnapping in Tucson. Cost: $15.00; $13.50 for AHS members. Free parking one
block west of the museum in the Arizona Historical Society garage at the northeast corner of E.
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2nd St. and N. Euclid Ave. Use the E. 2nd St. entrance. To register or receive more information,
contact Mary Ann Ruelas, AHS Education and Outreach Division. Phone: 520-617-1154.
Email: maruelas@azhs.gov. A flyer about this event can be found on the AHS website at
www.arizonahistoricalsociety.org/UserFiles/PDF/news_events/Buried_Under_Rumors.pdf.
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^NEW^ ^TCP^ SAT. NOV 12 @ 1 - 5pm TCP Workshop: PLANTS AS MEDICINES:
MAKING HERBAL TEAS, SALVES AND LINIMENTS Ed. Ctr. #2. CLICK>
http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/classes-and-workshops/ Clinical herbalist Pam
Hyde-nakia, teaches how to prepare a tea to improve nutrition and digestion, make an herbal
salve for skin conditions, and create a liniment for the joints. Cost includes all materials and you
take home your creations for personal use. • $55 members / $65 general public. For all classes
and workshops, call 742-6455 x 0 to register. Pre-registration is required. For information about
TCP, FIND ^TCP^ in this newsletter.
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SUN. - SAT. NOV. 13 - 19. time tba: DEATH VALLEY: GEOLOGY, GHOST
TOWNS AND GLITTER! TCP TOUR. Our personal guide is renowned, southwestern
geologist Bob Scarborough,[who has taken many from the Oracle Area on trips from here!]
an intrepid adventurer noted for his infectious enthusiasm for the world of rocks and minerals. In
fact, he is currently at work investigating the origin of the Grand Canyon!
Many MAY remember the 1950s, remember Ronald Reagan hosting ―Death Valley Days,‖ a
TV western sponsored by 20-Mule Team Borax. That‘s what we knew of Death Valley then –
desolate vistas, unrelenting heat and borax. Well, prepare to be surprised by the beauty of this
amazing out-of-the-way National Park filled with incredible history and geologic mysteries.
Some of the high, and low, points of our travels include the view from mile-high Dante‘s View
down to Badwater, the lowest elevation in North America at 282‘ below sea level; fabled
Scotty‘s Castle; long-abandoned borax works and the ghost town of Rhyolite; sand dunes and
narrow canyons, petroglyphs and pupfish;.
We’ll stay at the historic Furnace Creek Ranch Resort for four nights where a natural
hot spring flowing through the pool keeps it an even 82°! (Other nights are in Las Vegas:
the Silverton, our quiet ―off-strip‖ hotel.
Hosted by Piet and Mary Van de Mark of Baja‘s Frontier Tours , this travel ed-venture
begins and ends in “sin city” – Las Vegas! You can drive or fly to Las Vegas to meet up with
the trip. Rest assured no rough long walking is required, only optional short hikes. Cost
includes accommodations in Las Vegas and Death Valley, transportation between Las Vegas and
Death Valley by comfortable passenger van, guide services and several picnic lunches. $1995
members; $2095 general public per person/double occupancy (single supplement $365); a $300
deposit will hold your space. http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/travel/
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** ^OSD^ WED. NOV 23 -FRI. NOV 25 THANKSGIVING BREAK Oracle Public
Schools. CLICK> http://osd2.org/ and then calendar in left column
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^NEW^ **FRI. through SUN. NOV 25 - NOV 27 & every THU - SUN through DEC 23
@11 am - 5 pm: GIFT and ART Market. Former Green Javelina store, 1995 W American
Ave. Oracle. Affordably priced original works include stone sculpture, clay, paintings in all
media, paper mache objects, fine art photography, journaling books, encaustic, handcrafted
jewelry, and art cards. The market continues on December weekends (Thursdays - Sundays)
through December 23.
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^NEW^** SAT. NOV 26 & SUN. NOV 27 @ 9 am - 5 pm: HORSE EXPO. 77 Arena.
―Southern Arizona‘s Cowboy Christmas Shopping Experience.‖ Tickets $10.00 per day when
purchased ahead. $15.00 day of show. (Children 12 and under free with paid adult.) Tickets
available online: CLICK> www.Southernarizonahorseexpo.com. Tickets also available at Boot
Barn Store and Most feed and tack stores in Southern Arizona. SCHEDULE, CLICK>
http://www.southernarizonahorseexpo.com/Schedule.html. Event Sponsored by Southern
Arizona Horse Expo LLC, P.O. Box 37071,Tucson, Arizona 85740.
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^PC-BOS^ WED. NOV 30 @ 9:30 am: Regular PINAL COUNTY> BOARD OF SUPERVISOR
MEETINGS>. For More information, CLICK>
ttp://www.pinalcountyaz.gov/Departments/BoardofSupervisors/Pages/MeetingSchedule.aspx.
CLICK for directions >
Board of Supervisors Hearing Room, Administration Building A, 31 North Pinal St., Florence.
Public Comments: Those wishing to address the Pinal County Board of Supervisors need not
request permission in advance. Action taken as a result of public comment will be limited to
directing staff to study the matter or rescheduling the matter for further consideration and
decision at a later date. Requests: Board of Supervisors agenda items are due in the Clerk of the
Board's Office on Friday, 5:00 p.m. (no exception) Twelve (12) Days prior to Meeting. Submit
the request in writing to: Sheri Cluff, Clerk of the Board/ P.O. Box 827/ Florence, AZ 85132.
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CALENDAR
^NEW^ **^Mkt^ THU. - SUN. DEC 1 - 4 (through DEC 23) @11 am - 5 pm: GIFT and
ART MARKET. Former Green Javelina store, 1995 W American Ave. Oracle. Oracle artists
and artisans continue their annual Holiday Gifts and Art Market: affordably priced original
works. The market continues on December weekends (Thursdays - Sundays) thru December 23.
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^NEW^** ^Mkt^ SAT. DEC 3 @5- 8 pm: ARTISTS’ RECEPTION - GIFT and ART
MARKET Former Green Javelina store, 1995 W American Ave. Oracle. Affordably priced
original works include stone sculpture, clay, paintings in all media, paper mache objects, fine art
photography, journaling books, encaustic, handcrafted jewelry, and art cards. The market
continues on December weekends (Thursdays - Sundays) through December 23.
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^NEW^ ^TCP^ TUE. DEC. 6 @ time TBA: CHRISTMAS IN THE BARRIO with Patricia
Preciado Martin. Visit the barrios, markets and historic sites for a glimpse into Tucson‘s rich
Mexican history and Christmas traditions with noted author/oral historian Patricia Preciado
Martin. For decades, Martin has been collecting oral histories from the Mexican-American
families of our region, preserving their stories and their customs from fiestas to food. Her
holiday stories of life in the barrio will bring these traditions to life during a great day to share
with family and friends, a holiday outing to remember! Hosted by Piet & Mary Van de Mark of
Baja‘s Frontier Tours (www.bajasfrontiertours.com), cost includes transportation and lunch.
There will be moderate walking, but great photo opportunities! Special cancellation policy
applies. $99 members / $120 general public. CLICK >
http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/travel/
^elboeNOTE^: Books by Martin on sale through elboe - Oracle Market; 77north Market
(Fridays) and by contacting elboe85623@gmail.com.
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^PC^ WED. DEC 7 @ 9:30 am: Regular PINAL COUNTY> BOARD OF SUPERVISOR
MEETINGS>. For More information, CLICK>
ttp://www.pinalcountyaz.gov/Departments/BoardofSupervisors/Pages/MeetingSchedule.aspx.
CLICK for directions >
Board of Supervisors Hearing Room, Administration Building A, 31 North Pinal St., Florence.
Public Comments: Those wishing to address the Pinal County Board of Supervisors need not
request permission in advance. Action taken as a result of public comment will be limited to
directing staff to study the matter or rescheduling the matter for further consideration and
decision at a later date. Requests: Board of Supervisors agenda items are due in the Clerk of the
Board's Office on Friday, 5:00 p.m. (no exception) Twelve (12) Days prior to Meeting. Submit
the request in writing to: Sheri Cluff, Clerk of the Board/ P.O. Box 827/ Florence, Arizona 85132
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^NEW^***DEC. 7: DEADLINE: FALL OPEN ENROLLMENT PERIOD. NOTE the
DEC. 7 DEADLINE, this Year. For information about what you may or may not change at this
time and during the first months of 2012, CLICK> http://www.medicarerights.org/medicare-
answers/#Plan
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** ^Mkt^ THU. - SUN. DEC 8 - 11 (through DEC 23) @11 am - 5 pm: GIFT and ART
MARKET. Former Green Javelina store, 1995 W American Ave. Oracle. Oracle artists and
artisans continue their annual Holiday Gifts and Art Market: affordably priced original works.
The market continues on December weekends (Thursdays - Sundays) through December 23.
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^NEW^ ^Mkt^ FRI. DEC 9 & SAT. DEC 10: ARIZONA HISTORICAL SOCIETY 36TH
ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOOKFAIR, Tucson
@ FRI 5 p.m. – 8p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. – 12 noon.
AHS Arizona History Museum, 949 E. 2nd St., Tucson, AZ 85719 Phone: 520-628-
5774.
A fundraiser for the historical society‘s Publications Division, the bookfair will feature dozens of
local and regional authors and will highlight publications from the Arizona Historical Society,
the University of Arizona Press, and Rio Nuevo Press, as well as other publishers of
southwestern books. Authors will be available on both days to visit with readers and to sign
copies of their books, which will be available at a 20% discount.
The Arizona Mercantile museum gift shop will be open December 9th during the
bookfair. Shop our selection of one-of-a-kind jewelry and blown-glass art, our many books
relating to the history of the Southwest, plus posters, maps, and frame/matted photographs from
our museum collections. Gift wrapping services will be available.
The AHS Annual Holiday Bookfair is free to the public. For more information, contact
Nancy Stonehouse, Publications Division. Phone: 520-628-5774. Email: nstonehouse@azhs.gov.
Free parking one block west of the museum in the Arizona Historical Society garage at the
northeast corner of E. 2nd St. and N. Euclid Ave. Use the E. 2nd St. entrance.
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^NEW^ SAT. DEC. 10 & SUN DEC. 11 @ 7 am: TUCSON MARATHONs
(Holualoa Tucson Marathon @ 7:30 am// Damascus Bakeries Half-Marathon (First Wave)
@ 7 am// Marathon Relay Starts @ 7:30 am. CLICK > http://www.tucsonmarathon.com/.
Fast & Scenic Mostly Downhill Course (yes, there are some small hills); Boston Qualifier
(results good for 2 years). Fast & Scenic Mostly Downhill Course (yes, there are some
small hills); Boston Qualifier (results good for 2 years) For...Please join us in
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supporting BETTER THAN EVER (CLICK> http://azcc.arizona.edu/outreach/bte) as the
Official Beneficiary of the Tucson Marathon Events presented by Head To Toe Healthcare, PLC.
Parking at Canyon Del Oro (CDO) High School located at 25 W. Calle Concordia , Oro
Valley, AZ 85704. Half-Marathoners will park at Ventana Medical (off Innovation Dr. To
ENTER, CLICK> http://tucsonmarathon2011.eventbrite.com/?ref=ebt
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^NEW^ ^AHS^ SAT. DEC. 10 @ 10 am. – 12 pm.:FORT LOWELL PARK WALKING
TOUR, Tucson. AHS Fort Lowell Museum, 2900 N. Craycroft Rd., Tucson, AZ Phone: 520-
885-3832. See November 12, 2011 description for details.
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** ^Mkt^ THU. - SUN. DEC 15 - 18 (through DEC 23) @11 am - 5 pm: GIFT and ART
MARKET. Former Green Javelina store, 1995 W American Ave. Oracle. Oracle artists and
artisans continue their annual Holiday Gifts and Art Market: affordably priced original works.
The market continues on December weekends (Thursdays - Sundays) through December 23.
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** ^OSD^ TUE. DEC 17 - MON. JAN 1:WINTER BREAK ORACLE PUBLIC
SCHOOLS. CLICK> http://osd2.org/ and then CLICK> calendar in left column.
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^PC-BOS^ WED. DEC 21 @ 9:30 am: Regular PINAL COUNTY> BOARD OF SUPERVISOR
MEETINGS>. For More information, CLICK>
ttp://www.pinalcountyaz.gov/Departments/BoardofSupervisors/Pages/MeetingSchedule.aspx.
CLICK for directions >
Board of Supervisors Hearing Room, Administration Building A, 31 North Pinal St., Florence.
Public Comments: Those wishing to address the Pinal County Board of Supervisors need not
request permission in advance. Action taken as a result of public comment will be limited to
directing staff to study the matter or rescheduling the matter for further consideration and
decision at a later date. Requests: Board of Supervisors agenda items are due in the Clerk of the
Board's Office on Friday, 5:00 p.m. (no exception) Twelve (12) Days prior to Meeting. Submit
the request in writing to: Sheri Cluff, Clerk of the Board/ P.O. Box 827/ Florence, AZ 85132.
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**THU. - SUN. DEC 15 - 18 (through DEC 23) @11 am - 5 pm: GIFT and ART MARKET.
Former Green Javelina store, 1995 W American Ave. Oracle. Oracle artists and artisans
continue their annual Holiday Gifts and Art Market: affordably priced original works. The
market continues on December weekends (Thursdays - Sundays) through December 23.
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** ^OSD^ TUE. JAN2: WINTER BREAK ENDS ORACLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. BACK TO
SCHOOL! CLICK> http://osd2.org/ and then CLICK> calendar in left column.
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** ^OSD^ MON. JAN 16:MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY ORACLE PUBLIC
SCHOOLS. CLICK> http://osd2.org/ and then CLICK> calendar in left column.
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^NEW^^TCP^ THU. JAN 19 /OR THU JAN 26, 2012 @ 8 am - 4 pm: SANDHILL
SNOWBIRDS. Each winter, thousands of Sandhill Cranes gather in the Sulphur Springs Valley
of southeastern Arizona. According to our guide Lynn Hassler, sedges (yes that is the name for a
group of cranes) numbering as many as 20,000 individuals spend the night at Whitewater Draw,
dispersing at dawn to feed on corn stubble and other waste grains in nearby agricultural fields
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and returning to Whitewater for a mid-day siesta. Please select your date of choice; both put us at
Whitewater in time for some general birding before lunch and the mid-day fly-in. We‘ll also be
on the lookout for waterfowl and land birds; the Valley is a good spot for wintering raptors. Cost
includes transportation to and from Tohono Chul Park, guide services and boxed lunch and
snacks. Also open to members of the Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix. $99 members/$120
general public CLICK > http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/travel/
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TCP^THU JAN 26, 2012 @ 8 am - 4 pm: SANDHILL SNOWBIRDS. SEE JAN 19,
ABOVE.
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^NEW^ ^TCP^ FEB. 6-11, 2012: HIDDEN TREASURES: CALIFORNIA DESERTS,
PALM CANYONS, MOUNTAIN WILDERNESS & BIRDS OF THE SALTON SEA.
CLICK> http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/travel/ Visit the Coachella Valley
with the steepest escarpment in North America rising from the desert floor to almost 11,000 feet
in a mere seven horizontal miles. Perennial streams and quiet pools attract wildlife of all kinds.
Bedrock mortars in granite boulders testify to the ancient culture of native peoples. The Sonoran
Desert gives way to the Mohave; the stately Joshua tree serves as an indicator plant; the
California fan palm just by itself, is a microhabitat for a variety of desert life. Just 50 miles away
is one of the world‘s largest inland seas – California‘s Salton Sea, a temporary home for millions
of migrating birds.
Our guide for this amazing natural history ed-venture is Peter Siminski, Director of
Conservation and Education at the Living Desert Museum and former Curator of Mammalogy
and Ornithology at Tucson‘s Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum; our hosts are Piet & Mary Van de
Mark of Baja‘s Frontier Tours (www.bajasfrontiertours.com). Experience up close and personal
the incredibly diverse and scenic habitats reachable from our base of operations at the Palm
Desert Hilton. We‘ll ride the world‘s largest rotating tramcar up past the sheer cliffs of Chino
Canyon to an 8,516 ft. mountain wilderness; visit the surrounding deserts and the memorable
Living Desert, a 1,200-acre wildlife and botanical park; and, we‘ll spend a full day
circumnavigating the Salton Sea, stopping often to enjoy the rich bird life.
Moderate walking is required. Cost includes round trip travel from Tucson in roomy
passenger vans (just 2 per 3-person seat), spacious king-suite accommodations, most meals,
admission fees and guide services. A $300 deposit will reserve your space!
^elboe NOTE^: Before Visiting the Salton Sea, be sure to See or Read BARBARA WORTH by
Harold Bell Wright for a fictional, romantic take on the history of the formation of that Sea.
Look for special EVENT - CONNECTED Offers from ELBOE in future editions of O.N.E.
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^NEW^ FEB 9 - FEB 12: 58th Annual TUCSON GEM AND MINERAL SHOW: “Minerals
of Arizona. Many exhibits will take place all over Tucson before this show at the Tucson.
CLICK> http://www.tgms.org/. For a local dealer in gems and minerals, CLICK .
http://www.diwolf.com/
^elboeNOTE^: Books about gems and minerals will be available before and during this show.
See Oracle Market books, check on Fridays at 77 north Marketplace or email
elboe85623@gmail.com.
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**^NEW^ FRI. FEB 17 - SUN. FEB 19: KONA BIKES 24 HOURS IN THE OLD PUEBLO
(actually near Willow Springs, Oracle area). UPDATE: All Mens Solo Categories are full as of
9 pm, October 1, 2011. To enter other events, CLICK >
http://epicrides.com/registration/registration_index.php?eventId=12
Celebrating our 13th year of riding sinuous single track in the Sonoran Desert, the Kona
Bikes 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo is one of the largest 24 Hour events in the world. Come join
the event the mountain bike community has been raving about for years! We host over 3,500
participants, volunteers and spectators throughout the course of this Government Issued 3-day
weekend (Presidents Day!).
With mid-day highs of 70 degrees, a massive bike expo, dedication dinner, late night
entertainment, reasonably priced entry fees and 24 hours of tunes provided by 91.3 KXCI
Community Radio this four-day festival is far more than just a 24 Hour mountain bike event.
MANY from the tri-community participate by volunteering. To volunteer for this event,
CLICK> http://epicrides.com/index.php?contentCat=5&contentId=33
To keep up to date, CLICK >
http://epicrides.com/index.php?contentCat=7&&contentId=41&specialContent=enews
^elboeNOTE^: Books biking will be available before and during this event. See Oracle Market
books, check on Fridays at 77 north Marketplace or email elboe85623@gmail.com.
.
For the benefit of: Of the many organizations Epic Rides proudly donates event proceeds to, the
Kona Bikes 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo raises funds for the Arizona Cancer Center. CLICK>
http://epicrides.com/pdf/24/2010/2010_24_Hour_Ride_a_thon.pdf to begin your fundraising
effort through the Rideathon
Fees: $110/person | $140/Solo (solo limited to 200 registrants) - (fees include minimum $10
donation to the event beneficiary) CLICK> http://epicrides.com/index.php?contentCat=5
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^NEW^ SAT. & SUN. FEB 18 - FEB 26: 87th ANNUAL LA FIESTA DE LOS VAQUEROS
(Tucson Rodeo). for Schedule, CLICK> http://www.tucsonrodeo.com/scheduledirections.html
^elboeNote^: Evaline Auerbach available for talks about the origins of the rodeo in Oracle
and/or Sister Bournes participation in the Parade. TICKETS available starting NOV 1.
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^NEW^ THU FEB. 23: TUCSON RODEO PARADE: LA FIESTA DE LOS VAQUEROS
(Tucson Rodeo). CLICK> http://www.tucsonrodeo.com/historyparade.html
^elboeNOTE^: Evaline Auerbach available for talks about the origins of the rodeo in Oracle
and/or Sister Bournes participation in the Parade.
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** ^OSD^ FRI. FEB 24: RODEO DAY Oracle Public Schools. CLICK> http://osd2.org/
and then calendar in left column
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** ^OSD^ MON. MAR 19 - FRI. MAR 23: Spring Break Oracle Public Schools. CLICK>
http://osd2.org/ and then calendar in left column
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** ^OSD^ MON. APR 9: EASTER BREAK Oracle Public Schools. CLICK>
http://osd2.org/ and then calendar in left column.
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**^NEW^ ^OAST^ SAT. APR 14 @ 10 am - 4 pm & SUN APR 15, 2011@ 11 am - 5 pm.
ORACLE ARTISTS STUDIO TOUR. For information (about the 2011 Tour,) CLICK >
http://oraclestudiotour.com/
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**^NEW^ ** SAT. APR 28, 2012: ORACLE OAKS FESTIVAL. Oracle Community Center,
685 E American Ave Oracle. This has been annouced. The car show is usually on the same
Saturday. To see pictures of past Oaks Festival/ Car Show Events, CLICK>
http://oracletown.com/images_oakfest.html.
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- - - 2012
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**^NEW^ FRI. SEP 28 & SAT. SEP 29: GLOW 2012. Stay tuned to all local media for
further news, or put yourself on the mailing list, CLICK>
http://www.trianglelranch.com/contact.htm
For MORE Pictures of Past GLOW events, CLICK>
http://www.trianglelranch.com/glow.htm and/ or CLICK>
http://oracletown.com/images_glow.html You may also contact Sharon or others at Triangle-
Y using this info:
TRIANGLE L RANCH/ PO Box 349/ Oracle AZ 85623
Email: info@triangleLranch.com
Phone: 520-623-6732
Oracle line: 896-2123
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BIOSPHERE 2
Biosphere 2 is open from 9 am to 4 pm every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas. No
reservations required. For more information, please contact 520.838.6200 or CLICK>
http://www.b2science.org/
No now events have yet been scheduled for on campus at Biosphere 2. However, the
^New^ *^Bio2^ SCIENCE CAFE is scheduled at several place in and near Oro Valley.
SCHEDULES -
ORO VALLEY at Western National Parks Associate Store: 12880 N Vistoso Village Drive
CLICK> ScienceConnections.arizona.edu/community/science_cafe
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(520) 622-6014. Please call us and RSVP to assure we save a seat for you. CLICK>
http://www.wnpa.org/default_flash.asp
✴TUE. OCT 11@ 6: 30 pm: GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE: THE ROLE OF LIVING
THINGS by Travis Huxman, Director of Biosphere 2, Prof of Ecology & Evol. Biol.
✴THU. NOV 10 @ 6: 30 pm: SOLAR ENERGY - Ardeth Barnhart, Program Director,
Renewable Energy
✴MID DECEMBER@ 6: 30 pm: THE FUTURE OF BIOFUELS IN THE SOUTHWEST
BY Kim Ogden, Chemical and Environmental Engineering
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SADDLEBROOKE - Saddlebrooke Community Center, 38759 South Mountain View Blvd.
CLICK> http://ScienceConnections.arizona.edu/community/science_cafe/saddlebrooke
✴TUE. OCT 18 -Good for your heart, good for your brain: Lessons from MRI. [Theme:
The Aging Brain, Living to 100] Lee Ryan, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of
Psychology
✴TUE. NOV 22 - The social psychology of successful aging: 2.9 and beyond [Theme: The
Aging Brain, Living to 100] Matthias Mehl, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of
Psychology
✴TUE. DEC 20 Is Inflammation Important? [Theme: The Aging Brain, Living to 100] Dr.
Leslie Ritter from the Sarver Heart Center
ORACLE OPTIMISTS choose new officers, Board
Meeting AUGUST 20 at a special day and time, the Oracle Optimist Club choose new officers
and Board members for the following year. These are:
Officers
President: Karen Haucha
Vice President/ Secretary: Cheryl Primero
Treasure: Kurt Steffens
Membership chairperson: Carmen Trejo
Board members two year term;
1) Ben Porter
2) Carmen Trejo
3) Adrian Dairmont
Board member one year term
1) Clare Grochocki
2) Michele Gagnon
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Meetings remain on the Second and Fourth Thursdays @ 6:30PM at The Oracle Inn. Anyone
wishing to explore membership may attend. You may come early and order from the special
menu ($10.00) for dinner. [Note: email addresses are from a list one hand from the Optimist
Club and may not be up to date.]
=======================
^ORACLE RIDGE MINE^
CLICK> http://www.infomine.com/index/properties/ORACLE_RIDGE_MINE.html
=======================
PINAL COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISOR
^PC-BOS^
MEETINGS
OCT
10/19/2011: Regular Board Meeting. For More information, FIND BOARD
OF SUPERVISOR MEETINGS>
NOV
11/9/2011: Regular Board Meeting
11/30/2011: Regular Board Meeting
DEC
12/7/2011: Regular Board Meeting
12/21/2011: Regular Board Meeting
Meetings:
Regular meetings of the Board of Supervisors are held on selected Wednesdays at 9:30 am (see
schedule above or CLICK>
ttp://www.pinalcountyaz.gov/Departments/BoardofSupervisors/Pages/MeetingSchedule.aspx.
Place: CLICK for directions >
Board of Supervisors Hearing Room, Administration Building A, 31 North Pinal St., Florence.
Requests:
To request that an item be placed on the agenda for a presentation or for Board action you must
submit the request in writing to: Sheri Cluff, Clerk of the Board/ P.O. Box 827/ Florence,
Arizona 85132
Deadlines:
Board of Supervisors agenda items are due in the Clerk of the Board's Office on Friday, 5:00
p.m. (no exception) Twelve (12) Days prior to Meeting.
Call to Public:
Consideration and discussion of comments from the public. Those wishing to address the Pinal
County Board of Supervisors need not request permission in advance. Action taken as a result of
public comment will be limited to directing staff to study the matter or rescheduling the matter
for further consideration and decision at a later date.
Contacts:
Contact person for the Agendas and Minutes is Sheri Cluff at 520-866-6219 or CLICK>
Sheri.Cluff@pinalcountyaz.gov
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^TCP^ TOHONO CHUL PARK This Unique park demonstrating NATURE,
ART and CULTURE in the area is located just north of Ina Road in North Tucson. People from
the Tri-Community have long participated through volunteering, taking trips, making art, or just
plain visiting. They even list JOBS. CLICK > http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/about-
the-park/
For WEEKLY PROGRAMS, such as ―Reptile Ramble,‖ CLICK >
http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/park-programs/
For GARDENS, CLICK>http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/gardens/
For ART EXHIBITS, CLICK> http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/art-exhibits/
For PROGRAMS:
Classes, Lectures and Workshops The first listed may be of interest here - Cold Hardy
Plants! CLICK> http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/events/classes-and-workshops/
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^WNPA^ WESTERN NATIONAL PARKS ASSOCIATION
store: Rancho Vistoso
All events take place at the Western National Parks Association National Parks Store,
12880 N. Vistoso Village Dr., Tucson, AZ 85755. EVENTS include a news artist each month,
with an artists reception on a SAT. Programs on history and culture of Arizona and Mexico each
Saturday and Wednesday, usually at noon and repeated at 2 pm. All events are listed in O.N.E.
(by request of local residents) whenever received.
Please Note: RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED for all events unless otherwise noted.
Please call 622-6014 during STORE HOURS ONLY: Mon-Fri, 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sat
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We do not accept reservation requests left on the answering machine.
You may find that you need to call EXACTLY at 9 am the week before and event to get a
reservation.
To guarantee your reservation, please arrive and check in at least 10 minutes prior to the start of
the program.
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IN THE YEAR
HISTORIC Article about Oracle Road makes the “NEWS”
On SEP 5, the following appeared in the Arizona Daily Star:
Posted: Monday, September 5, 2011. In this year leading up to Arizona's centennial, Feb. 14, 2012, we'll
reprint a story or excerpts each day from the Arizona Daily Star or Tucson Citizen archives.
Sept. 4, 1912
On account of muddy roads and hard rains lasting about 48 hours, the way to Oracle was about
impassable last Sunday. The trip was made by Jack Sullivan and G.H. Sawyer, and they had a
hard time making the distance. They started out early in the morning and didn't get to Oracle
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until 7 o'clock that evening. Stewart Bayless and family in another machine had equally as hard
luck and didn't make the distance until 8:30 o'clock that night. [G.H. Sawyer was an engineer at
the Oracle Ridge Mine; The Bayless family is connected with the former McKay house in Oracle
and the Carlink Ranch, the latter now owned by the Smallhouse family.
Read more; Click here: http://azstarnet.com/news/local/article_af08cf46-6763-530c-86ed-
5cee7e94ae03.html#ixzz1XKdS7NJ4
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CCEDC forms group to deal with
San Carlos Irrigation Project (SCIP) Problems
Lynn Perez-Hewitt, resident of Oracle and current President of the Copper Corridor
Economic Development Coalition told the Oracle Towne Crier numerous efforts to try to work
with SCIP have been tried, but it has been difficult to improve the situation. She stated at one
point in the late 90s Congressman Jim Kolbe was instrumental in bringing the issue to Congress
and SCIP was receptive to divesting their assets but at the eleventh hour SCIP pulled out.
The board of the Copper Corridor Economic Development Coalition (CCEDC) has
recognized that until this area of the Copper Corridor has reliable electric service it will be
difficult to establish a sustainable economy for Oracle. Perez-Hewitt explained that the CCEDC
will be forming a study group to learn more about SCIP operations and how a Federal
corporation operates. She further explained that once a strong knowledge base was acquired the
study group could evolve into a task force. She welcomed anyone who wants to assist with the
study group to get involved but cautioned, ―It is important that we set aside anger and frustration
in order to serve the community,‖ she said.
Those interested should contact Lynn Perez-Hewitt via email at
perezhewitt@hceonline.com.
Mike Weasner has begun tweeting SCIP whenever the power is out. You can contact
Mike at mweasner@mac.com or twitter: mwweasner.
MEANWHILE: Remember if you have experienced any losses due to power outages
you do have the right to file a Federal Tort Claim. Call the Coolidge office for additional
information 520-723-6215.
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Donations expected to ease long-term research, outreach at one-of-a-kind ‗closed world‘
UA gets Biosphere, $20 million as gifts
By Becky Pallack Arizona Daily Star | Posted: Sunday, June 26
The company that bought Biosphere 2 four years ago is donating it to the University of Arizona.
CDO Ranching & Development is giving the university 40 acres of land that hold the Biosphere
2 scientific facilities, a conference center and other buildings on the Biosphere campus north of
Tucson near the town of Oracle. Read more, Click>
http://azstarnet.com/news/local/education/college/article_f0623c82-9fad-11e0-8fe9-
001cc4c03286.html#ixzz1XKfUYOmw
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Gold Hawk Completes Name Change to Oracle Mining Corp.
Oracle Mining Corp. began Trading August 16 Under Its New Symbol "OMN"
―sole owner and operator of Oracle Ridge Mining LLC and copper mine‖
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VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Aug. 15, 2011) - Gold Hawk Resources
Inc. (TSX VENTURE:GHK) is pleased to announce that it has officially changed its name to
Oracle Mining Corporation ("Oracle Mining" or the "Company"). Shares for the Company will
commence trading under the TSXV ticker symbol "OMN" (CUSIP 68404G103; ISIN CA
68404G1037) on August 16, 2011.
The change of name is intended to better reflect the Company's focus on growth of its
primary asset, the Oracle Ridge Copper Mine, as well as the intention to acquire and develop
additional projects that offer superior shareholder returns.
Shareholders approved a special resolution to effect the name change at the Company's
Annual and Special General Meeting held June 7, 2011.
About Oracle Mining Corp.
Oracle Mining Corp. (TSX VENTURE:OMN) is a Vancouver, Canada-based company with a
focus on uncovering overlooked deep-value projects to achieve superior shareholder returns. The
Company is the sole owner and operator of Oracle Ridge Mining LLC and copper mine located
24 km northeast of Tucson, Arizona. Oracle Mining has cash on hand of approximately $15
million, minimal long-term debt and is managed by an experienced team of mining professionals
with extensive operating and financial experience.
For information and pictures, CLICK> http://www.oracleridgecopper.com/
ONLINE Description: Oracle Ridge Mine is an underground copper mine located in Marble
Peak on the north side of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Arizona. The mine, which is on private
property, historically produced copper and was last mined in 1996. Baseline engineering and
environmental studies are under way to ensure operations resume in an environmentally
responsible manner.
Overview
Oracle Ridge Mine is an existing small-scale, underground copper mine in the conceptual
planning stage for resuming operations. The mine will have about the same footprint as in
previous operations and will look roughly as it does today.
The existing Reclaimed Tailings Facility, which is located on private property, will be
expanded. The Tailings Facility is currently visible from Old Mount Lemmon Road on the
way to Oracle and from the ridgeline north of Summerhaven. Exact expansion details are to
be determined and may include an increase in height.
Newest environmental engineering practices will be used with the Best Available
Demonstrated Control Technology (also referred to as BADCT), including:
• Dry-stack tailings to reduce the moisture available to infiltrate into the subsurface
• Staged reclamation to minimize visual impact and control runoff
• Paste backfill of underground workings using waste rock
• Water reclamation
• Groundwater monitoring wells to verify engineering controls are functioning as designed and
permitted
• Installation of a water tank equipped with a dipping tank that would be available for fire
suppression
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• Power studies, which are in process, to assess options
Proposed Operations
• Up to 180 employees will be transported to and from the site from San Manuel
• About 140 tons of concentrate may be produced per day
• Equivalent to about five to seven round trips per day on the Black Hills Mine Road to transport
concentrate
• Anticipate using short segment of Old Mount Lemmon Road (FR38 or Control Road) and the
Black Hills Mine Road (FR4450)
Project Highlights
• No additional surface area disturbance is anticipated for the mine and mill reconstruction
• A surface drilling program is under way to confirm mineral resources
• Water resulting from within the existing mine workings meets aquifer water quality standards
and is non-acidic
• Waste rock and tailings have been tested and are non-acidic; precipitation tests meet Aquifer
Water Quality Standards
• Stormwater sampling stations have been installed to monitor runoff from the mine and
Tailings Facility
• Groundwater monitoring is underway and additional groundwater monitor wells will be drilled
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Community Outreach
Melissa Anguiz
Gordley Design Group
2540 N. Tucson Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85716
Phone : 520-327-6077
Email : melissa@gordleydesign.com
Oracle Ridge Mining LLC
10445 N. Oracle Road, Suite 101
Oro Valley, AZ 85739
Phone : 520-329-8293
Fax : 520-329-8296
Head Office
Oracle Mining Corporation
Suite 1550 - 666 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC
Canada V6C 2X8
Phone : (+1) 604-689-9282
Fax : (+1) 604-689-9232
Email : info@oracleminingcorp.com
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^CAC^Central Arizona College public safety programs
respond to changes in community need
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From CAC press release
Central Arizona College is poised to capitalize on the surging growth industry following
an extensive evaluation of its emergency services, fire science and law enforcement training
programs.
In the spring of 2011, the director positions for CARLOTA (Central Arizona Regional
Law Officers Training Academy) and for CAC‘s fire science/emergency medical services
program became vacant, creating a unique opportunity to do an internal study of the entire public
safety program.
―It is time for us to contemplate and innovate as we look to the future of CAC, Pinal
County and Arizona in a global context,‖ Dr. Georgia White, dean of professional and technical
education, explained. ―We needed to ask the hard questions – how do we best serve our
constituents? How do we best use our resources? What is the best way to follow CAC‘s strategic
plan?‖
The future trends spotlighted by the U.S. Department of Labor for the next five years cast
a bright light on occupations such as police and sheriff‘s patrol officers, sheriffs and deputy
sheriffs; transportation security officers; loss prevention managers and specialists; and security
guards, managers and management specialists.
In Arizona alone, a 10 percent growth in emergency management specialists, first-line
supervisors of public safety professions, and firefighters, inspectors and investigators is being
predicted.
Opportunities for correctional officers and jailers, detectives and criminal investigators,
patrol officers, private detectives and investigators, security guards and protective service
workers are also expected to jump by the same amount.
Demand also is being buoyed nationally by the need for post-secondary training, as well
as the training of national security and disaster response team members. Locally, the business
growth in Pinal County is spurring the need for more emergency management services.
CAC is looking at ways to enhance options for students desiring to enroll in these
programs through tech prep and dual enrollment options, and by designing clear pathway for
students to earn associate, and in many cases, four-year degrees.
Central Arizona College‘s facilities allow trainees to utilize a burn building, Christmas
Tree prop, vehicle extrication props, repelling tower, driving track, shooting range and a
Multiple Interactive Learning Objectives (MILO) unit.
Participants in some programs can take the Peace Officer Physical Aptitude Test (POPAT). It is
an AZPost requirement that graduates of CARLOTA must pass POPAT that includes scaling an
eight-foot wall.
CAC also has an exclusive license that extends in a 250-mile radius from the Superstition
Mountain Campus to offer the Critical Care Emergency Medical Transport Program that was
developed by the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.
Last year, CAC‘s fire science program offered 152 credit hours of class time. The
program amassed 1368 student credit hours taken that yielded 45.6 FTSE. The national
curriculum is integrated with National Incident Management Systems (NIMS). Physical training
for firefighters is integrated with the academy, while the program is looking at expansion of the
Wildlands and Special Operations certification.
CAC currently has partnerships with Northern Arizona University for students
wanting to go from an A.A.S. to a B.A.S. in fire science administration. The partnerships also
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include county, state and national accreditation and affinity groups, as well as ties to the Ak-Chin
and Gila River Indian communities. A program of study with CAVIT also exists.
CAC’s emergency medical services program offers a total of 198 credit hours of
class time. In 2010-11, students in the program collectively took 3,333 student credit hours
yielding 111.10 FTSE. The program consists of Basic Life Saving (EMTs), Advanced Life
Saving (Paramedics) that includes cardiac and hospital transfer training, and critical care for
paramedics when dealing with adults and pediatrics.
Partnerships include Southwest Ambulance, Life Flight, Gila River and Ak-Chin Indian
communities, and county, state and national organizations.
Founded in 1973, CARLOTA incorporates academics and officer preparation in the
training of community police officers. The rigorous 18-week, 735-hour CARLOTA program
(150 more than AZPOST requires) also allows students to use blocks of credits toward an
associate of justice degree.
A decision concerning the college‘s direction is expected the week of OCT 3 with
implementation of the direction along with the scheduling of appropriate classes beginning
the week of OCT 17.
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First Global Product Sourcing Center Chooses Casa Grande, Pinal County
FLORENCE, AZ – AzSourcing and its affiliates have selected Casa Grande in Pinal County to
build the nation‘s first global product sourcing center.
―In the very near future, people seeking to stock gift stores, select merchandise for resale
or furnish hotels and restaurants will be able to do so with one stop to the Phoenix Mart in Casa
Grande,‖ said Pinal County Supervisor David Snider who has worked with project participants
for two years to bring the project to Arizona.
―The Phoenix Mart will participate in the U.S. Customs & Immigration Service‘s EB-5
program which offers incentives for job creation and investment in areas of high
unemployment,‖ Snider explained. ―Phoenix must generate at least 3,000 permanent full-
time jobs for U.S. citizens.”
The 1.5 million square foot project will enable small and mid-sized businesses to
wholesale their products globally with e-commerce and catalog support. They will also welcome
retail shoppers to the project. Phoenix Mart will feature six product areas, with vendors
categorized by merchandise type: Women‘s, Men‘s, Youth, Auto, Home & Hotel and Food.
A convention center is also envisioned for the site, which is two miles east of I-10 and
1.5 miles from the Promenade Mall.
―This project will not only generate thousands of new jobs in Casa Grande, but will also
provide international exposure to our city and county,‖ Casa Grande Mayor Bob Jackson said.
A study by Evans, Carroll & Associates shows that Phoenix Mart is expected to create
more than 7,000 direct and indirect jobs and more than $150 million in capital investment.
Neither the city nor the county provided incentives to lure the project.
Pinal County Board Chairman Pete Rios said that the project will bring benefits to Pinal
County in terms of global tourism and commerce. ―People don‘t realize some of Pinal County‘s
strategic assets – this project will take advantage of the Union Pacific Railroad, as well as two
major Interstates – 10 and 8,‖ Rios said.
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―Pinal County is serious about economic development and global opportunities,‖
Supervisor Bryan Martyn said. ―There are many exciting things on the horizon for Pinal County
and this project will be a first for America and a first for Arizona, putting Pinal County front and
center in people‘s minds. Pinal County will be the heart of the Sun Corridor where the majority
of the state‘s growth will occur.‖
―Pinal County has fertile ground to stage an economic recovery and I am pleased to see
that Az Sourcing and Phoenix Mart will play a role in that recovery,‖ Supervisor Snider said.
To learn more about Phoenix Mart,
VIDEOS at:
•Press Conference at Casa Grande City Hall (video courtesy of the City of Casa Grande)
http://www.youtube.com/user/PinalCountyAzGov#p/a/u/1/wdZvlajmKdg or http://goo.gl/fIOUv
•Interview with Supervisor David Snider
http://www.youtube.com/user/PinalCountyAzGov#p/a/u/0/wuiAllSewec or http://goo.gl/TZvDn
Additional details about AZ Sourcing and Phoenix Mart can be found at www.azsourcing.com
and www.phoenixmart.com.
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To see the Current edition in full, CLICK> http://issuu.com/copperarea/docs/september-
2011-oracle-towne-crier?mode=window&backgroundColor=%23222222
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REDISTRICTING the SUPERVISOR DISTRICTS is UNDERWAY.
Survey to show what other communities the local ones would like to be grouped with for the
redistricting (to 5 from 3):
ORACLE
Mammoth 95.2% 20 100% from there wanted to be with Oracle.
San Manuel 95.2% 20 100% from there wanted to be with Oracle.
Dudleyville 61.9% 13 (no report from Dudleyville)
Winkelman 57.1% 12 100% from there wanted to be with Oracle.
Hayden 47.6% 10 (no report from Hayden)
Saddlebrooke 47.6% 10 100% from there wanted to be with Oracle.
Kearny 42.9% 9 (no report from Kearny)
Ray 23.8% 5 (no report from Ray)
Florence 14.3% 3 (only one responded at Florence)
Superior 14.3% 3 25% from there wanted to be with Oracle.
Marana 14.3% 3 100% from there wanted to be with Oracle.
O.N.E. 10.10.11 p. 42 of 49
Coolidge 9.5% 2^OHS - AM^ = Oracle Historical Society - Acadia Museum **
^OHS - OR^ = Oracle Historical Society - Oracle Run **
^OCC^ = Oracle Community Center **
^OSD^ = Oracle School District **
COMMENTARY:
Complete information about the need for redistricting, the considerations and the timeline are
also given at this site. Plan 1 shows District ONE including the entire ―Copper Corridor from
Oracle through Superior, along with Florence and Coolidge. Plan 2 splits Oracle, with the
southwest portion in District ONE, but the portion north of Highway 77 and Mt. Lemmon Road
in District FIVE, along with Mammoth, Saddlebrooke, Marana, portions of Casa Grande and
even the town of Maricopa. Plan 3 is much like Plan 1 in area in DISTRICT ONE; It puts
Saddlebrooke, Oracle Junction, etc., in District 4, which includes all the area west to the Pinal
Border, as well as Eloy, some of SW Casa Grande and Maricopa. By the way, for those of you
wondering why San Manuel and Oracle are not on these maps, that‘s because they are not
official governmental entities since they are not incorporated. [OPINION: Plan 2 should be
discarded altogether and quickly. It splits the community of Oracle entirely unnecessarily. There
is entirely too much obvious “gerrymandering” and the making of wide-flung districts. Plan 3
appears to be by far the best for compact districts, with the cities mostly in districts that don’t
divide them.-EJA]
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Acadia Ranch Museum - Museum docents needed. Oracle Historical Society & Acadia Ranch
Museum/ 825 E. Mt. Lemmon Highway(near American Ave intersection). Open Saturdays, 1 pm
to 5 pm, or by appointment. For information, CLICK> http://www.oraclehistoricalsociety.org;
Email OracleHistoricalSociety@gmail.com Call 1 (520) 896-9609 Mailing: Oracle Historical
Society & Acadia Ranch Museum/ P.O. Box 10/ Oracle, Arizona 85623
Family First Pregnancy Care Center - Volunteers needed for diaper bank and other
activities. Educational and material assistance facility for Mothers, Youth and Families/ Family
Diaper Bank for Pinal County/ 1575 W American Ave Suite A Oracle. CLICK>
http://familyfirstpcc.org/ Call 896-9545. To see how you can help or get on the mailing list,
CLICK> http://familyfirstpcc.org/how_you_can_help. DID YOU KNOW, they take Dell and
HP Printer cartridges that are all used up?
Foster Care Review Board
Each month, volunteers commit one day to reviewing the cases of children in foster care.
Volunteers read various reports including: court reports, case plans, psychological evaluations,
drug screens, etc., and listen to the interested parties who attend the reviews. The volunteers
utilize this information to make informed recommendations to the Juvenile Court and other
interested parties regarding services and permanency options for the children whose cases they
are reviewing. In Pinal County, approximately 600 children are in foster care. For General
information, CLICK> http://www.azcourts.gov/fcrb/Home.aspx. To VOLUNTEER, Click>
http://www.azcourts.gov/fcrb/Volunteer.aspx
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GLOW
Volunteers needed every September / October to prepare and staff this annual nighttime art and
music party event. put yourself on the mailing list, CLICK>
http://www.trianglelranch.com/contact.htm You may also contact Sharon or others at Triangle-
Y using this info:
TRIANGLE L RANCH/ PO Box 349/ Oracle AZ 85623.
Email: info@triangleLranch.com
Phone: 520-623-6732
Oracle line: 896-2123
Oracle Community Center. VOLUNTEER: Kitchen help needed on Mondays. Oaks Festival
volunteers needed. Attend luncheon on any Monday at 685 E American Ave Oracle. Or CALL
896-9326
Oracle Fire Department Support Groups
Oracle Fire Department support groups include the Oracle Firewise Board and the
Community.Emergency Response Team. CLICK> http://www.oraclefire.org/supportgrp.htm
email: infor@oraclefire.org OR Call 896-2980.
Oracle Public Library. Library volunteers needed. CLICK>
http://oracletown.com/community/library.html or call 896-2121. OPL is staffed by 25 to 30
volunteers. These volunteers do many things to keep the library open and operating such as
check books in and out, help patrons locate books and information, file, catalog books, repair
books, keep the shelves in order, attend meetings and seminars, maintain the inside and outside
of the building, etc.
^NEW^ THE SAFE JOURNEY HOUSE provides help and support for victims of domestic
violence. Volunteers Needed. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Emergency help is available after hours by calling 520-385-4970 or toll free 1-855-385-4970.
The house is located at 212 East Fifth Street, San Manuel.
TRIAD
Volunteer Triad Committee members needed to work in Oracle with Pinal County attorney's
office and the Oracle Fire Department to provide assistance for seniors 55 years and older.
Sponsored by the Pinal County Attorney's Office. The Steering Committee meets monthly on the
first Wednesday at the Oracle Fire Department. Provides telephone reassurance, Home Alone
Pendant, information regarding resources for Seniors, and refrigerator medical cards to those 55
years and older . To VOLUNTEER, EMAIL Shannon Ortiz -
shannon.ortiz@pinalcountyaz.gov., call 520-866-6804 or the Oracle Fire Department at 896-
2980
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ANNOUNCEMENTS from O.N.E. 10.3.11
^NEW^ PROPOSED PINAL COUNTY SUPERVISOR REDISTRICTING MAPS [All
Three of them] can be found at:
http://pinalcountyaz.gov/Departments/Elections/Pages/Redistricting.aspx.
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^NEW^ THE SAFE JOURNEY HOUSE is open and running. It provides help and support for
victims of domestic violence. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Emergency help is available after hours by calling 520-385-4970 or toll free 1-855-385-4970.
The house is located at 212 East Fifth Street, San Manuel.
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^NEW^ BOUNTIFUL BASKETS comes to San Manuel every other Saturday. The next
delivery day is probably OCT 15, but call to be sure. To participate in the program, you must
register online at www.bountifulbaskets.org to make a monetary contribution toward the pools
used to purchase the produce. Contributions can be made starting at noon on MON OCT 10 -
TUE OCT 11 @at 10 pm. prior to Saturday pickup. Distribution site for the Tri-Community is
―Alma‘s Place‖ at 329 McNab Parkway, San Manuel. If you have any questions, please contact
San Manuel Volunteer Site Coordinators Mary Jane at (520) 301-6664 or Alicia at 385-4575.
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Enter Oracle Run (10,000 meters) or FunRun/ Walk: FIND ^OHS - OR^ or goto OCT 18,
OCT 24, OCT 29.
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PARTICIPATE in the BIOBLITZ at Saguaro National Park (A National Geographic Event).
Registration to participate closes OCT 13. To attend, See OCT 21 - 22. INFO and further links:
CLICK> http://www.kvoa.com/news/bioblitz-lets-citizens-explore-their-own-backyard-for-
science/ No advance registration is required for the Biodiversity Festival, which will be held on
October 21 and 22 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m at the Red Hills Visitor Center, 2700 N. Kinney Road.
Off-site parking and shuttle service is mandatory, and will be providing from the nearby Old
Tucson Studios.
To ensure a spot on a BioBlitz cataloging team, advance registration is required
online at:
www.nationalgeographic.com/bioblitz. Act soon - registration will close on October 13. To be
an AMBASSADOR (Volunteer), CLICK>
http://www.volunteersoaz.org/HOC__Volunteer_Opportunity_Search_Page?k=bioblitz&p
=Se&z=85730
You may also join the event electronically on OCT 21 at the Western National Parks
Association Store. Make resevations starting at 9 am. OCT 14.
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DAY of the DEAD: Celebrations of this non-Halloween celebration take place in MEXICO
NOV. 1 & 2. In the Area, these events help us participate:
* WED. OCT 12 @ 12 noon & 2 pm. WNPA: FREE. DAY OF THE DEAD
PRESENTATION & BOOK SIGNING by Authors Kittie Williams and Stevie Mack.
* NOW THRU NOV 6: Dia de los Muertos: Main Gallery, Tohono Chul Park
* FRI. OCT 21 @ 5 pm - 8 pm: PARK AFTER DARK, Opening Reception for Tohono Chul
Park‘s exhibit.
* ^TCP^ WED. NOV 2 @ 6:45 am-6:45 pm: DAY OF THE DEAD IN ARIZONA with
Patricia Preciado Martin.
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**^NEW^ NEW EVENT for Oracle:
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NOV 26 & 27: 77 Arena presents the 3rd ANNUAL SOUTHERN ARIZONA HORSE EXPO
in time for ―Cowboy Christmas Shopping‖ Thanksgiving weekend, CLICK >
http://www.southernarizonahorseexpo.com/
VENDORS: ―We are looking for quality vendors with horse associated products, Christmas
gifts, art, western apparel and general merchandise. Our audience will be in ages from 80 to 1,
their interest will vary from animals to art, from trucks to trailers, from T-shirts to tile, from hats
to health, and from carriages to pull toys.‖ CLICK >
http://www.southernarizonahorseexpo.com/Vendor.html and then click on the ―Vendor Form‖
link on that page.
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** ^OAST^ SAT. APR 14 @ 10 am - 4 pm & SUN APR 15, 2011@ 11 am - 5 pm. ORACLE
ARTISTS STUDIO TOUR. For information (about the 2011 Tour,) CLICK >
http://oraclestudiotour.com/ For Pictures of past tours, CLICK >
http://oracletown.com/images_artist_tour.html
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^OCC^ ** SAT. APR 28, 2012: ORACLE OAKS FESTIVAL. Oracle Community Center,
685 E American Ave Oracle. Get updates in O.N.E. and Oracletown.com. Go to Community
Center potlucks and Monday noon luncheons to get acquainted and see where you can help.
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** FRI. SEP 28 & SAT. SEP 29: GLOW 2012.
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information about Oracle. The best way to stay up to date!
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CALENDAR NOTES: ORGANIZATIONS
TOHONO CHUL PARK
http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/calendar/
TOHONO CHUL PLANT DATABASE: http://www.tohonochulpark.org/wordpress/plants/.
You can find plants by common name or latin name at this site. you'll find information on plants
native to the Sonoran desert as well as plants exclusive to Arizona and plants exclusive to
Tohono Chul Park itself!
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WNPA: WESTERN NATIONAL PARKS ASSOCIATION
THE NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS is on INNOVATION DRIVE - ORO VALLEY!
http://www.wnpa.org/Merchant2/tucsonstore_events.asp
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Visit Our Flagship Store in Tucson, Arizona
Our 2,100-square-foot flagship store is located at our headquarters in Tucson, AZ. We carry one
of the largest selections of authentic American Indian arts and crafts in southern Arizona, plus
hundreds of publications on national parks and the Western United States, including field guides,
maps, trail guides, hiking equipment, children‘s books and more.
Free Weekly Events: (Usually Wed and Sat at 12 noon and 2 pm. (same program both
times)
JUN 2011 - Monthly Store Events
RESERVATIONS/ STORE HOURS: Call 520-622-6014 during these hours ONE WEEK
AHEAD ONLY for reservations for the programs. Assure your reservation by arriving 10
minutes before the program. They do have a wait list, but sometimes the wait list is full also. DO
CALL at 9:30 exactly a week before the date of your program to get a reservation as some
programs are VERY popular and close by the afternoon. HOURS: Monday - Friday, 9:30 am
to 5 pm; Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm.
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Sky Island Alliance
―Sky Island Alliance is a grassroots organization dedicated to the protection and
restoration of the rich natural heritage of native species and habitats in the Sky Island region of
the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico.
―We work with volunteers, scientists, land owners, public officials, and government
agencies to establish protected areas, restore healthy landscapes, and promote public appreciation
of the region's unique biological diversity.‖ http://www.skyislandalliance.org/home.htm
Sky Island Alliance is working with partners including NOAA-funded Climate
Assessment for the Southwest (CLIMAS), the Udall Foundation U.S. Institute for Environmental
Conflict Resolution, EcoAdapt the University of Arizona Institute of the Environment,and
School of Natural Resources and the Environment to connect leading planners and thinkers in
natural resource management and conservation with experts on regional climate impacts and
adaptation. Through this project we seek to increase resilience in the region by ensuring
implementation of climate-smart, landscape level management and conservation. Tools include a
climate change adaptation survey, the Arizona Climate Change Network, and climate change
adaptation workshops.
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FIND the indexed items. This is especially good in the .pdf format, as all the items will line
up for you. But you may use it in the .doc format as well. Just copy each of these items it the
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OVERALL INDEX: Copy the items in the first column; then use FIND to find each instance.
** Events in Oracle & Biosphere
* Events from Rancho Vostoso to Mammoth
^NEW^ Newly listed events.
^AC^ Art Class
^AHS^ Arizona Historical Society
^arena^ 77 arena (horse events). See on Oracle Inn site.
^Bio2^ Biosphere 2
^CAC^ Central Arizona College, classes locally taught
^Mkt^ Local Marketplace
^OAST^ Oracle Artists Studio Tour (in the spring)
^OCC^ Oracle Community Center (Oracle Oaks Festival in April)
^OHS^ Oracle Historical Society (Oracle Run, Car Show)
^OI^ Oracle Inn
^OOC^ Oracle Optimists
^ORACLE RIDGE MINE^
^OSD^ Oracle School District
^RLV^ Rancho Linda Vista
^SKA^ Sky Island Alliance
^SM^ San Manuel activity
^WNPA^ Western National Parks Association
^PC-BOS^ Pinal County - Board of Supervisors
^TCP^ Tohono Chul Park
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