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‘JUST LIKE US’
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. WHERE: AWC Theatre, AWC Yuma campus, 2020 S. Avenue 8E GOING ON: “Just Like Us” follows the true story of four Mexican girls coming of age in America, four friends from immigrant families in Denver straddle two worlds, two of the girls have legal documents, two do not; against the odds, each finds her way into a good college, but the hurdles only mount from there COST: $5 general public, $3 local students and seniors, or free with AWC ID; tickets available at door
BE SMART: SEMINAR, HANDS-ON WORKSHOP
WHEN: Seminar 8:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.; hands-on workshop 1 to 3:15 p.m. WHERE: Pivot Point Conference Center, 310 N. Madison Ave. GOING ON: Training “Be SMART: Improve your dental practice with Silver Diamine Fluoride and Glass Ionomer Cement”, a seminar and hands-on workshop; attendance at the seminar is required to attend the hands-on workshop (space is limited) COST: $25 seminar, $85 for both; registration fee includes continental breakfast for seminar only attendees, workshop registration includes lunch and 6 CE in dental clinical procedures INFO: To register for seminar only, https://seminar_only_for_be_ smart_trng.eventbrite.com; to register for seminar and workshop, go to https://yuma_trng_besmart_ silverdiaminefluoride.eventbrite.com
HAWAIIAN CHANT
WHEN: 10 a.m. to noon WHERE: Main Library, 2951 S. 21st Drive GOING ON: A cultural dance, language session to honor the islands of Hawaii; learn some phrases, history, stories and basic foot movements of a modern hula; all ages welcome; free
HEALTHY LIVING WORKSHOP
WHEN: 4 p.m. WHERE: Main Library, Meeting Room C, 2951 S. 21st Drive GOING ON: A discussion about the benefits of physical activity, learn simple ways to increase your daily activity; free INFO: To register, call the Cooperative Extension Office at 928-726-3904
‘JUST LIKE US’
(See Oct. 17)
YUMA NIGHTMARES HAUNTED HOUSE
WHEN: 7 to 10 p.m.; last entry 9:30 p.m. (if no line) WHERE: 15485 S. Avenue 4E (4E and County 15-1/2) GOING ON: The big, scary haunted house in the counties; not recommended for children under 12; closed toe shoes highly recommended, you will be walking in sand; proceeds benefit Yuma Habitat for Humanity COST: General admission $10 at gate per person for all ages; fast pass front of line at gate is additional $3 per person INFO: Limited number of VIP front of line discount pre-sale tickets ($8 Friday, $9 Saturday) available at Main Street Physical Therapy, 928343-7828; Habitat Restore, 928783-3993; 5 Star Sunshades, 928304-0988; check Yuma Nightmares Facebook page for last minute closures due to poor weather
BRIDGET’S GIFT PRE-PARTY
WHEN: 9 p.m. WHERE: Kress Ultra Lounge, 284 S. Main St. GOING ON: Featuring an up close and personal performance by country star Coffee Anderson, also performing will be the Gwynn Sisters and Downtime COST: $5 cover charge
CATFISH RODEO, NATURE FAIR
WHEN: 7 a.m. to noon WHERE: West Wetlands Park, 282 N. 12th Ave. GOING ON: Youth can try to catch one of 10 tagged fish for prizes during the 32nd annual catfish rodeo; 10th annual nature fair will have kids learning how to shoot a bow, learn about gun safety and see animals that live in our desert; participants should bring own bait, fishing gear; ages 13 and younger with a parent; free INFO: Parks & Rec, 928-373-5200 or Dr. Ray Corona, 928-726-1100
THINK PINK CANCER AWARENESS
WHEN: 8 a.m. to noon WHERE: Somerton Community Health Center gym, 805 W. Main St. GOING ON: Free health screenings include glucose, cholesterol, BMI, basic eye exams, HIV, kids dental varnish, flu shots, therapeutic massage, medical eligibility and enrollment services, facial demos; fun activities include pound, Zumba, yoga, kids activity area, giveaways; free mammograms, skin cancer screenings available by appointment only INFO: Call 928-782-8104
SOCIAL SECURITY, MEDICARE
WHEN: 10 a.m. WHERE: Main Library, 2951 S. 21st Drive GOING ON: Topics include how and when to start retirement benefits, benefits offered by SS, original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage, how parts A, B and D work with each Medicare option; Social Security changes for 2019; free
CHIPOTLE TAKEOVER
WHEN: 5 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Chipotle Restaurant, 3080 S. 4th Ave., Suite A GOING ON: Tell cashier you support Gila Vista Junior High band students and proceeds will be used to help fund copies of new music, new equipment, equipment repairs, marching equipment, uniforms, instrument accessories, educational field trips, transportation for performances, parade registration fees and more
BRIDGET’S GIFT WESTERN DANCE, BARBECUE PINK FEST
WHEN: 5 to 11 p.m. WHERE: Cocopah Casino, 15318 S. Avenue B GOING ON: Country star Justin Moore will headline the musical entertainment for Bridget’s Gift Breast Cancer Fund with a complimentary barbecue dinner; also performing will be country star Coffee Anderson, the Gwynn Sisters and Downtime; proceeds will be used for breast cancer awareness, early detection, and programs to eradicate breast cancer; all funds raised will stay in Yuma COST: $60 INFO: Tickets can be purchased at the Boot Barn, 242 W. 32nd St., online at cocopahresort.com or inside the casino the day of
GOP FUND, FRIEND RAISER
WHEN: Doors open 5:30 p.m., dinner served 6 p.m., concert 7 p.m. WHERE: Home of Russ and Janet Jones, 3644 W. Brandi Lane GOING ON: Featuring rising country star Trey Taylor with snacks, beverages, tri-tip dinner and dessert; dress is western/casual; all proceeds will go to support the Yuma County Republican Party COST: $85 per person; $150 couple INFO: To RSVP, email secretary@ yumagop.com or online at eventbrite.com/e/intimatenight-of-song-food-and-friendstickets-75052535153
UNSTOPPABLE BELLYDANCE SHOWCASE
WHEN: 7 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Historic Yuma Theatre, 254 S. Main St. GOING ON: The 11th annual bellydance showcase “Unstoppable” will feature performances by Parks & Rec students, local performing troupe Banat Table and guess performances by cARTel Bellydance, Crystal Heart Collective, Dreams of Arabia, Phoenician Fire COST: $10 per person; kids 3 and under free INFO: Shelley Parris at yumabellydance@gmail.com or 928-785-2830
‘JUST LIKE US’
(See Oct. 17)
YUMA NIGHTMARES HAUNTED HOUSE
(See Oct. 18)
Several Arizona Western College faculty and staff members attended and presented at a variety of conferences over the spring and summer semesters this year. Employees were also recognized for their written published works and were honored with awards as well.
• Reetika Dhawan, dean of career and technical education at Arizona Western College, was a presenter at the Arizona Correctional Educators (ACE) annual symposium that was held in Phoenix in June. The three-day event provides professional development opportunities for educators and related professionals from federal, state, county communities, and tribal jurisdictions. Dhawan was selected to present on the importance of earning certificates and how it indicates that someone is knowledgeable in a respective technology. Additionally, Dhawan was awarded a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition by U.S. Senator Martha McSally for her commitment to Career and Technical Education at AWC.
• Leigh Loughead, agriculture science manager at Arizona Western College, represented the college at the 90th annual State FFA Leadership Conference where she spoke to high school FFA students, agriculture science teachers, and FFA advisors from around Arizona about the degrees and certificates offered at AWC. She had an opportunity to inform them of the advantages of attending AWC with the availability of 2 + 2 programs offered with the University of Arizona – Yuma and the main campus in Tucson. Loughead also served as a judge for finalists in the National Chapter Career Development Event to help determine which FFA Chapter would represent Arizona at the national competition. Additionally, she was elected to serve a three-year term as an At Large Representative for the Arizona Agriculture Education/FFA Foundation.
• Dr. Eric Lee, professor of English, division chair of communications at Arizona Western College, attended an Advanced Leadership Development in Higher Education conference in Beaver Creek, Colo., in June. The threeday intensive event focused on leadership development in the higher education industry. Working alongside leadership experts and industry peers, attendees received one-on-one coaching and participated in interactive sessions to assess their leadership styles and master key leadership skills.