What’s Going On
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Wednesday May 5 CINCO DE MAYO VIRTUAL CELEBRATION
WHEN: 4 p.m.
WHERE: All of the City of Yuma’s social media platforms
GOING ON: This video-only celebration features dance, music, car clubs and more. COST: Free
INFO: https://www.facebook.com/ cityofyuma
Friday May 7 SMUGGLERS RUN
WHEN: Sign-up begins at 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Starts at Bobby’s Territorial HarleyDavidson
GOING ON: A motorcycle run with food and raffles to benefit the Yuma Regional Medical Center’s Cancer Resource Center.
COST: $20 registration fee, which includes meal, pin and raffle ticket
INFO: https://www.facebook.com/yuma. smugglers.run
YRMC TEEN NIGHT
WHEN: 6-8 p.m.
WHERE: The Yuma Civic Center, 1440 W. Desert Hills Dr.
GOING ON: Yuma’s state-supported vaccine clinic is inviting anyone ages 16 or 17 to a special Teen Night to get the COVID-19 vaccination. The special event will feature music and raffles, with $20 gift cards raffled off. Organizers hope that the evening hours are more convenient for working parents. The event is free, but photo ID will be required. School IDs will be accepted. COST: Free
CINCO DE MAYO
WHEN: 5-10 p.m.
WHERE: State Avenue in front of City Hall in Somerton
GOING ON: This event will celebrate Cinco De Mayo with food vendors and live music COST: Free admission
INFO: To learn more, visit https://www. somertonaz.gov/
VINTAGE & VINO SIDEWALK SALE
WHEN: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
WHERE: Sanguinetti House Museum Gift Shop, 248 S. Madison Ave.
GOING ON: The Yuma County Historical Society is emptying its attic of vintage items that will be offered for sale at attractive prices
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Saturday May 8 VINTAGE & VINO SIDEWALK SALE
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
WHERE: Sanguinetti House Museum Gift Shop, 248 S. Madison Ave.
GOING ON: The Yuma County Historical Society is emptying its attic of vintage items that will be offered for sale at attractive prices.
ROLLING ART FESTIVAL
WHEN: 5 p.m. to midnight
WHERE: Arizona Market Place, 3351 S. Avenue 4E
GOING ON: The festival includes a car show, concert, food vendors and a burnout contest.
COST: $8 admission
INFO: Call 928-271-3398.
Wednesday May 12 BLOOD DRIVE
WHEN: 1-6 p.m.
WHERE: Yuma Regional Medical Center Administration entrance, 2400 S. Avenue A INFO: Sign up for an appointment to donate blood at www.bloodhero. com.
Thursday May 13 BLOOD DRIVE
WHEN: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
WHERE: Yuma Regional Medical Center Administration entrance, 2400 S. Avenue A INFO: Sign up for an appointment to donate blood at www.bloodhero.com.
S. JUNE PALLACK EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AWARDS
WHEN: 7 a.m.
WHERE: Facebook Live event – www.facebook.com/ YumaCountyChamberofCommerce
GOING ON: The S. June Pallack Excellence in Education awards were created to help recognize those people who often work behind the scenes and give their time and money to better the educational experience of students. The awards will be announced during the Yuma County Chamber of Commerce’s Good Morning Yuma breakfast. COST: Free
INFO: To learn more, contact the Yuma County Chamber of Commerce at (928) 7822567 or email info@yumachamber.org.
Friday May 14 BLOOD DRIVE
WHEN: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
WHERE: SpringHill Suites, 1825 E. 18th St. INFO: Sign up for an appointment to donate blood at www.bloodhero.com.
Saturday May 15 LAW ENFORCEMENT MEMORIAL
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex, Fallen Officer Monument: 1700 E 8th St. Yuma
GOING ON: The Fraternal Order of Police, Yuma Lodge #24 will host the 44th Annual Peace Officer Memorial Day Services to honor dedicated law enforcement professionals for their sacrifices in making the Yuma area a safer place to live. The one-hour program consists of remembering law enforcement professionals who have either been killed or died in the line of duty, as well as honoring those who still serve. COST: Free
INFO: Contact F.O.P. Yuma Lodge #24 President, Eric Egan at eegan158@gmail. com