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Friday Aug. 4 BACK TO SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION CLINIC
WHEN: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. 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)
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
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
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
‘THE BIG LATCH ON’ SPLASH OUT CRIME NIGHT
WHEN: 6 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Valley Aquatic Center, 4381 W. 18th St. GOING ON: Join 78-Crime and 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. 4)
Sunday Aug. 6 PURPLE HEART RECOGNITION
WHEN: Noon WHERE: Fraternal Order of Eagles 398, 225 S. 1st Ave. GOING ON: Recognize the men and women 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
Tuesday Aug. 8 SOIL GENETIC TESTING
WHEN: 1:30 p.m. WHERE: Yuma Ag Center, 6425 W. 8th St. GOING ON: Yuma Center of Excellence for Desert Agriculture will have a presentation on soil genetic testing to assess fusarium pressure; learn how to make critical planting decisions to maximize your yield and improve bottom line; no RSVP needed INFO: Call (928) 782-5873
Wednesday Aug. 9 GOODWILL HIRING FEST
WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. WHERE: Goodwill Career Center, 3097 S. 8th Ave. GOING ON: Bring copies of your resume, dress professionally and let your skills shine; prepare by stopping by the Goodwill Career Center, behind Sears and Burlington Coat Factory, ahead of time to update your resume and sharpen your interview skills; for 18 and over INFO: Call (928) 343-7604 or email sanjuana. macias@goodwillaz.org
TWEENS CRAFT
WHEN: 2:30 p.m. WHERE: Main Library, 2951 S. 21st Drive GOING ON: Tweens ages 8-12 are invited to design a custom bookmark with materials provided; free