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Tuesday
Aug. 1
BACK TO SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION CLINIC
WHEN: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. today through Friday
WHERE: Health Department auditorium, 2200 W. 28th St.
GOING ON: Students must have proof of all required immunizations or a valid exemption in order to attend school; parents should bring a current immunization record, guardianship paperwork (if not the parent); if child is covered by AHCCCS/Kids Care, an ID card or letter will need to be produced; no child will be turned away for inability to pay COST: $10 visit fee, vaccines included (cash only)
Wednesday
Aug. 2
TWEENS CRAFT
WHEN: 2 p.m.
WHERE: Main Library, 2951 S. 21st Drive
GOING ON: Tweens ages 8-12 are invited to decorate your own one-of-a-kind binder; free
GALACTIC STARVEYORS
WHEN: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Morningside Baptist Church, 2900 S. 8th Ave.
GOING ON: Galactic Starveyors vacation Bible school will begin with a free dinner 5 p.m. today; children ages 4 through sixth-grade are welcome, with adult classes held at same time, with teachings from the Bible, music, crafts, games, snacks, fun INFO: Call (928) 344-2360 or email msbcyuma@gmail.com
Thursday
Aug. 3
YUMA COMMUNITY THEATER SUMMER SHOW
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: Historic Yuma Theater, 254 S. Main St.
GOING ON: Yuma Community Theater will present their summer show “The Marquis Crossing Ladies Society’s First Attempt at Murder”; a hilarious romp through murder and mayhem COST: $10 INFO: Visit www.yumacommunitytheater.org or look on Facebook at www.facebook.com/YumaCommunityTheater
Friday
Aug. 4
NATIONAL BREASTFEEDING WEEK
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
WHERE: Main Library, 2951 S. 21st Drive
GOING ON: To celebrate and honor every mother that has breastfed in the past, plans to in the future, and those currently breastfeeding; free INFO: Call Sylvia Magnusen at (928) 317-4500 or email sylvia.magnusen@yumacountyaz.gov
YUMA COMMUNITY THEATER SUMMER SHOW (See Aug. 3)
JAZZ AT JULIEANNA’S
WHEN: 7 to 9 p.m.
WHERE: Julieanna’s Patio Cafe, 1951 W. 25th St.
GOING ON: Jason and Elle will be featured; sponsored by KAWC FM/AM; no admission charge INFO: Visit www.yumajazz.com
JAZZ AT LUTES
WHEN: 7 to 9 p.m.
WHERE: Lutes Casino, 221 S. Main St.
GOING ON: Trombonist Ernie Ortega will be featured with Yuma Jazz Company Quintet; sponsored by KAWC FM/AM; no admission charge INFO: Visit www.yumajazz.com
BIG BOSS BAND
WHEN: 7 to 11 p.m. WHERE: Yuma Landing Bar and Grill, 195 S. 4th Ave. GOING ON: Big Boss Band will play all of Yuma’s favorite tunes
Saturday
Aug. 5
H2O FOR HEROES
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
WHERE: All Firehouse Subs locations in Yuma
GOING ON: Each guest will receive a medium sub when they donate an unopened, 24-pack of bottled water during the 6th annual H2O for Heroes bottled water collection drive; the donated water will be distributed to local fire departments, first responder agencies and community centers to aid children, the elderly and those in need of water during the scorching summer months
SPLASH OUT CRIME NIGHT
WHEN: 6 to 9 p.m.
WHERE: Valley Aquatic Center, 4381 W. 18th St.
GOING ON: Join 78-Crime, Crime Stoppers of Yuma and city of Yuma Parks and Rec splash out crime with swimming, music, games, prizes, fun, concessions; all proceeds will benefit Crime Stoppers of Yuma COST: $1 admission INFO: Visit www.78Crime.com
YUMA COMMUNITY THEATER SUMMER SHOW (See Aug. 3)
Sunday
Aug. 6
PURPLE HEART RECOGNITION
WHEN: Noon
WHERE: Fraternal Order of Eagles 398, 225 S. 1st Ave.
GOING ON: Recognize the male and female veterans of our military who have been injured in war or have given the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of our nation; food and drink (alcoholic beverages available for purchase on bar side), Marine Corps honor guard, purple heart recipients, guest speakers, patriotic music