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Veterans' services Willcox visit
Attention, Veterans! Due to budget cutbacks by the state of Arizona, we have to cancel our out reach services to San Simon and Willcox.
Valerie will be in San Simon, at the Fire Department, this month on the 24th of March at 9 a.m. until Noon.
She will be in Willcox, across the hall from the Health Department, at the U of A conference room this month on the 24th of March at 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.
This will be the last time she will go to San Simon and Willcox.
All veterans will need to call our Safford office at 928-428-3403 to make appointments with Valerie in Safford.
Willcox Cowbelles dance tickets
Tickets may be obtained for the Willcox Cowbelles dance by calling Honey at 520-384-2791. They are $10 a person. Ticket sales have closed for the dinner and auction, but if you ask around you may find someone willing to part with extras.
The door opens at 5:30, auction at 6:00, dinner (prime rib) at 7:00, live auction and dance at 8:00 on March 13, 2010 at the Elks Lodge, 2131 Sewart.
Auction attendees will be able to bid on astounding, incredible donations by the likes of America's best selling comedic veterinarian, outstanding paintings and glass art created by local and nationally known artists, unique jewelry by one of the valley's best silversmiths, or, how about a ceramic replica of a Wells Fargo Stage (carry your money in style), a rope basket to die for, beef for begging, contemporary horse hair pots and a surprise middle of the auction "Night in a Casita". All these, and many more, will be up for bid. All donors will be acknowledged after the auctions.
Thank you donors and bidders! Your donations and bids fund the Marguerite Cook Memorial Scholarship. Sixty-one students have received scholarships since 1977.
Donations sought for Bike Rodeo
The Willcox Department of Public Safety will hold its Annual Bicycle Rodeo on Saturday, April 24, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Willcox Middle School. The Bicycle Rodeo is open to all kids ages 6 to 13.
This year the Willcox Department of Public Safety will be giving away eight new bicycles to the girl and boy from each age group with the highest overall test scores from their respective age groups. Each child will be required to attend a safety class, have his or her bicycle inspected by the Willcox Fire Department, take a written exam, and successfully complete an obstacle course portion of the event. Each child must wear an approved bicycle helmet. The Willcox Department of Public Safety will be giving bicycle helmets to any child who does not have one.
The Willcox Department of Public Safety is asking for donations to help defray the cost of this event (i.e. new bicycles, bicycle helmets, bicycle locks and other accessories). Any donations would be greatly appreciated and can be dropped of or mailed to: Willcox Department of Public Safety 320 W. Rex Allen Drive Willcox, AZ. 85643
If you should have any questions regarding the Bicycle Rodeo, please contact Officer Mel Hammons or Officer Rick Majewski at 520-384 4673.
Wesleyan chili cook-off April 24
Wesleyan Preschool is doing a chili cook-off fundraiser on Saturday, April 24. It will begin at 10 a.m. and last until 2 p.m. We will be raffling several items and gift baskets about every half hour. Lunches will be $5 per person, and raffle tickets will be $1 per ticket. Please come and support the preschool.
Annual fireworks fund raiser
The Willcox Fire Department is asking for your help in raising the funds needed for this year's Annual Fireworks Display. Last year's show was awesome. Help us do it again on Sunday, July 4th, 2010.
If each business owner in the City of Willcox, Stewart District and the Kansas Settlement areas would give a $50 tax deductible donation, or whatever they could afford. (Receipts available on request), the Willcox Fire Department will continue to improve the show, making it the bigger and better than last year.
A reminder ... Please let us know if you would like to have a shell dedicated to someone: a message to a loved one, someone in the Armed Forces, birthday, anniversary, in memory of a special person or loved one, a promotion for your business. June 30 will be the deadline for these requests, so the program can be put together.
Contact Assistant Fire Chief Patti Ackerson-Rodriguez at 520-384-4673 at the Willcox Police Department.
Please help make this annual tradition enjoyable for all. Make your donations payable to: The Willcox Fire Department Fireworks Fund 320 W Rex Allen Drive, Willcox, AZ 85643
Thank you in advance for your continued support. It is greatly appreciated!
Register Saturday for girls softball
Willcox Girls Softball is having registration now through Saturday, March 13 for girls ages 5-18. Please contact JJ Brown at 520-471-1758 or Michelle Wilson at 520-507-6901 for a registration packet.
Gospel meeting with Hugh DeLong
Church of Christ Gospel Meeting, with Hugh Delong of Tucson, will be held at 445 W. Maley St. on Friday through Sunday, March 19, 20 and 21.
Elfrida Art Center youth reception
Elfrida Art Center, Inc. cordially invites you to a reception for the youth and the artists of Elfrida Art Center, Inc., on March 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Douglas Art Association Building, located next to the Post Office on 11th Ave. in Douglas.
Refreshments will be served.
Enter fine art and photography show
The Art League of Willcox is sponsoring the 27th annual Ann Boyd Wade Fine Art & Photography Show at the Willcox Community Center, 312 W. Stewart St. Show dates are Friday, April 23 through Sunday, April 25, with the Artist Reception set for Saturday, April 24 from 2 to 5 p.m.
The show is free to the public, and is open to all artists and photographers. The categories are Youth I, Youth II, Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced. Many of the entries in the show will be for sale to the public.
Fees (per item) are Youth (K-12) - $2, Working Willcox Art League Members - $5, Non-working Willcox Art League Member - $8, and All Others - $10.
Deadline for entries is March 31, 2010.
Numerous ribbons, cash awards and sponsor awards are given each year.
For rules and an entry form, check the Willcox Art League Web site at http://www.willcoxart.org/calendar.htm. For additional information on the show, please call co-chairmen Sara Nolan at (520) 508-2221 or Wayne Crane at (520) 384-5510 or write to The Art League of Willcox, P.O. Box 333, Willcox, AZ 85644.
This year there are special opportunities for high school students. Those students who enter the show can qualify for two scholarships presented by Cochise College: one for an art class plus $50 for materials and supplies and one for a photography class plus $50 for materials and supplies. In addition the Freddie Romero Scholarship will pay $100 to one student in the art division and one in the photography division to be used toward a class or supplies and materials.
Students can pick up applications at the Elsie Hogan Library, at Cochise College (Willcox Center). The applications as well as the entry forms for the show are due by March 31, 2010. For information, call Patricia at 507-0771.
Vietnam Veterans meetings today
The Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA), Cochise County Chapter 1020 is meeting at 1730 (5:30 p.m.) at the Mona Bishop Meeting Room at the Sierra Vista Public Library today, Wednesday, March 10. VVA membership is open to U.S. Armed Forces veterans who served on active duty (for other than training purposes) in the Republic of Vietnam between Feb. 28, 1961 and May 7, 1975, or in any location between August 5, 1964 and May 7, 1975. Anyone interested in joining, please contact Nyles at (520) 803-9100 or email Nyles at ncourt@q.com.
The Associates of the Vietnam Veterans of America (AVVA), an organization affiliated with and working side by side with the VVA, will meet at 1600 (4 p.m.) and then join the VVA in their scheduled meeting. Both organizations will be accepting applications for new memberships. Meeting POC is Mickie at: mickied@q.com. Chapter website is: www.cochisecountyvva.org .
Knit, 'chicken doll' classes in Benson
Classes in knitting and "chicken doll" will be held this and next month at Benson Museum's Art and Quilt Gallery, 267 E. 5th St.
Knitting, on March 27, will consist of a "cable and color" class from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
On April 10 and 17, there will be a "chicken doll class. Stop by the gallery to see their chicken on display. Call 586-9313 for all class information.
Attention, Veterans! Due to budget cutbacks by the state of Arizona, we have to cancel our out reach services to San Simon and Willcox.
Valerie will be in San Simon, at the Fire Department, this month on the 24th of March at 9 a.m. until Noon.
She will be in Willcox, across the hall from the Health Department, at the U of A conference room this month on the 24th of March at 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.
This will be the last time she will go to San Simon and Willcox.
All veterans will need to call our Safford office at 928-428-3403 to make appointments with Valerie in Safford.
Willcox Cowbelles dance tickets
Tickets may be obtained for the Willcox Cowbelles dance by calling Honey at 520-384-2791. They are $10 a person. Ticket sales have closed for the dinner and auction, but if you ask around you may find someone willing to part with extras.
The door opens at 5:30, auction at 6:00, dinner (prime rib) at 7:00, live auction and dance at 8:00 on March 13, 2010 at the Elks Lodge, 2131 Sewart.
Auction attendees will be able to bid on astounding, incredible donations by the likes of America's best selling comedic veterinarian, outstanding paintings and glass art created by local and nationally known artists, unique jewelry by one of the valley's best silversmiths, or, how about a ceramic replica of a Wells Fargo Stage (carry your money in style), a rope basket to die for, beef for begging, contemporary horse hair pots and a surprise middle of the auction "Night in a Casita". All these, and many more, will be up for bid. All donors will be acknowledged after the auctions.
Thank you donors and bidders! Your donations and bids fund the Marguerite Cook Memorial Scholarship. Sixty-one students have received scholarships since 1977.
Donations sought for Bike Rodeo
The Willcox Department of Public Safety will hold its Annual Bicycle Rodeo on Saturday, April 24, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Willcox Middle School. The Bicycle Rodeo is open to all kids ages 6 to 13.
This year the Willcox Department of Public Safety will be giving away eight new bicycles to the girl and boy from each age group with the highest overall test scores from their respective age groups. Each child will be required to attend a safety class, have his or her bicycle inspected by the Willcox Fire Department, take a written exam, and successfully complete an obstacle course portion of the event. Each child must wear an approved bicycle helmet. The Willcox Department of Public Safety will be giving bicycle helmets to any child who does not have one.
The Willcox Department of Public Safety is asking for donations to help defray the cost of this event (i.e. new bicycles, bicycle helmets, bicycle locks and other accessories). Any donations would be greatly appreciated and can be dropped of or mailed to: Willcox Department of Public Safety 320 W. Rex Allen Drive Willcox, AZ. 85643
If you should have any questions regarding the Bicycle Rodeo, please contact Officer Mel Hammons or Officer Rick Majewski at 520-384 4673.
Wesleyan chili cook-off April 24
Wesleyan Preschool is doing a chili cook-off fundraiser on Saturday, April 24. It will begin at 10 a.m. and last until 2 p.m. We will be raffling several items and gift baskets about every half hour. Lunches will be $5 per person, and raffle tickets will be $1 per ticket. Please come and support the preschool.
Annual fireworks fund raiser
The Willcox Fire Department is asking for your help in raising the funds needed for this year's Annual Fireworks Display. Last year's show was awesome. Help us do it again on Sunday, July 4th, 2010.
If each business owner in the City of Willcox, Stewart District and the Kansas Settlement areas would give a $50 tax deductible donation, or whatever they could afford. (Receipts available on request), the Willcox Fire Department will continue to improve the show, making it the bigger and better than last year.
A reminder ... Please let us know if you would like to have a shell dedicated to someone: a message to a loved one, someone in the Armed Forces, birthday, anniversary, in memory of a special person or loved one, a promotion for your business. June 30 will be the deadline for these requests, so the program can be put together.
Contact Assistant Fire Chief Patti Ackerson-Rodriguez at 520-384-4673 at the Willcox Police Department.
Please help make this annual tradition enjoyable for all. Make your donations payable to: The Willcox Fire Department Fireworks Fund 320 W Rex Allen Drive, Willcox, AZ 85643
Thank you in advance for your continued support. It is greatly appreciated!
Register Saturday for girls softball
Willcox Girls Softball is having registration now through Saturday, March 13 for girls ages 5-18. Please contact JJ Brown at 520-471-1758 or Michelle Wilson at 520-507-6901 for a registration packet.
Gospel meeting with Hugh DeLong
Church of Christ Gospel Meeting, with Hugh Delong of Tucson, will be held at 445 W. Maley St. on Friday through Sunday, March 19, 20 and 21.
Elfrida Art Center youth reception
Elfrida Art Center, Inc. cordially invites you to a reception for the youth and the artists of Elfrida Art Center, Inc., on March 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Douglas Art Association Building, located next to the Post Office on 11th Ave. in Douglas.
Refreshments will be served.
Enter fine art and photography show
The Art League of Willcox is sponsoring the 27th annual Ann Boyd Wade Fine Art & Photography Show at the Willcox Community Center, 312 W. Stewart St. Show dates are Friday, April 23 through Sunday, April 25, with the Artist Reception set for Saturday, April 24 from 2 to 5 p.m.
The show is free to the public, and is open to all artists and photographers. The categories are Youth I, Youth II, Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced. Many of the entries in the show will be for sale to the public.
Fees (per item) are Youth (K-12) - $2, Working Willcox Art League Members - $5, Non-working Willcox Art League Member - $8, and All Others - $10.
Deadline for entries is March 31, 2010.
Numerous ribbons, cash awards and sponsor awards are given each year.
For rules and an entry form, check the Willcox Art League Web site at http://www.willcoxart.org/calendar.htm. For additional information on the show, please call co-chairmen Sara Nolan at (520) 508-2221 or Wayne Crane at (520) 384-5510 or write to The Art League of Willcox, P.O. Box 333, Willcox, AZ 85644.
This year there are special opportunities for high school students. Those students who enter the show can qualify for two scholarships presented by Cochise College: one for an art class plus $50 for materials and supplies and one for a photography class plus $50 for materials and supplies. In addition the Freddie Romero Scholarship will pay $100 to one student in the art division and one in the photography division to be used toward a class or supplies and materials.
Students can pick up applications at the Elsie Hogan Library, at Cochise College (Willcox Center). The applications as well as the entry forms for the show are due by March 31, 2010. For information, call Patricia at 507-0771.
Vietnam Veterans meetings today
The Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA), Cochise County Chapter 1020 is meeting at 1730 (5:30 p.m.) at the Mona Bishop Meeting Room at the Sierra Vista Public Library today, Wednesday, March 10. VVA membership is open to U.S. Armed Forces veterans who served on active duty (for other than training purposes) in the Republic of Vietnam between Feb. 28, 1961 and May 7, 1975, or in any location between August 5, 1964 and May 7, 1975. Anyone interested in joining, please contact Nyles at (520) 803-9100 or email Nyles at ncourt@q.com.
The Associates of the Vietnam Veterans of America (AVVA), an organization affiliated with and working side by side with the VVA, will meet at 1600 (4 p.m.) and then join the VVA in their scheduled meeting. Both organizations will be accepting applications for new memberships. Meeting POC is Mickie at: mickied@q.com. Chapter website is: www.cochisecountyvva.org .
Knit, 'chicken doll' classes in Benson
Classes in knitting and "chicken doll" will be held this and next month at Benson Museum's Art and Quilt Gallery, 267 E. 5th St.
Knitting, on March 27, will consist of a "cable and color" class from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
On April 10 and 17, there will be a "chicken doll class. Stop by the gallery to see their chicken on display. Call 586-9313 for all class information.
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