What’s Going On
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Friday Nov. 19 WASHOE TOURNAMENT
WHEN:4 p.m. pregame and registration, gametime at 5 p.m. WHERE: St. Francis of Assisi School, 700 W. 18th St.
GOING ON: A fundraiser for St. Francis, this adult social features a washoe tournament with a 50/50 raffle
INFO: Call or text Gabby Trevino, 928-446-1125
Saturday Nov. 20 COLORADO RIVER CROSSING BALLOON FESTIVAL
WHEN: Morning launch at sunrise WHERE: West Wetlands Park, 1st Street and 12th Avenue
GOING ON: A sunrise flag ceremony and mass ascension balloon launch COST: One or more non-perishable food items, with tethered balloon rides available for $15 per person INFO: Contact the Caballeros de Yuma, info@caballeros.org or call 928-343-1715
BALLOON FESTIVAL DESERT GLOW
WHEN: 3-9 p.m.
WHERE: Ray Kroc/Desert Sun Stadium, Avenue A and 32nd Street GOING ON: A selection of balloons will be inflated, tethered and illuminated to music. The glow will start at 5:30 p.m., followed by a fireworks show. Food and drink vendors will be on site.
COST: $2 per person + one or more non-perishable food items.
INFO: Contact the Caballeros de Yuma, info@caballeros.org or call 928-343-1715
MEET THE AUTHOR
WHEN: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
WHERE: Hands Extended Thrift Store, 13341 S. Frontage Road GOING ON: Pinkie Paranya will sign her books at the thrift store.
ANTELOPE UNION KEY CLUB’S POKER RUN
WHEN: Registration is from
8-10 a.m.
WHERE: Kiwanis Park in Tacna GOING ON: Wellton-Mohawk Kiwanis is sponsoring the Antelope Union Key Club’s Poker Run.
COST: $25 per vehicle, which includes two meals and one poker hand
INFO: Call Jeff Peters at 928-2101635.
Sunday Nov. 21 COLORADO RIVER CROSSING BALLOON FESTIVAL
WHEN: Morning launch at sunrise WHERE: West Wetlands Park, 1st Street and 12th Avenue
GOING ON: A sunrise flag ceremony and mass ascension balloon launch COST: One or more non-perishable food items, with tethered balloon rides available for $15 per person INFO: Contact the Caballeros de Yuma, info@caballeros.org or call 928-343-1715
Monday Nov. 22 11:22 WE WALK FOR YOU
WHEN: 6-8 p.m.
WHERE: Smucker Park, 2913 S. Avenue A
GOING ON: A walk to honor all children who have battled or are currently battling pediatric cancer.
The 11/22 date honors the 11;22 chromosomal translocation linked to Ewing Sarcoma. It’s a night to gather, remember and fight for those who need support.
INFO: To learn more, visit www. advokatefoundation.com.
Wednesday Nov. 24 WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA TAKEOVER
WHEN: 4:30p.m.-8 p.m.
WHERE: American Legion Post 56, 1490 W. 3rd St.
GOING ON: A dinner fundraiser to support Wreaths Across America, with raffle prizes, a 50/50 drawing, a patriotic quilt and Christmas afghan raffle.
INFO: Contact Winnie, 928-502-0238
Saturday Nov. 27 BALLET YUMA’S SUGARPLUM TEA
WHEN:2-4 p.m.
WHERE: Yuma Golf and Country Club, 3150 S. Fortuna Ave.
GOING ON: Join Ballet Yuma for sweets, games, prizes, face painting, gift baskets and Mrs. Kathy will be reading the Nutcracker while the Ballet Yuma dancers perform the story.
COST: $45 per person
INFO: Email Jennyjumpup@gmail. com or text with name and total guest to 928-446-6770
JOSEFINA YEPEZ CANCER WALKA-THON
WHEN: 8 a.m.
WHERE: From 950 E. Main St., Somerton, to the Cocopah Casino and back
GOING ON: A walk-a-thon fundraiser to raise funds for cancer awareness and support for families in Yuma County. So far, the project has helped over 400 patients.
COST: $15 per person
INFO: For more information, call Jose Yepez at (928) 920-2699/Gina Yepez (928) 580-8779 or email us at jycwalkathon@gmail.com, or visit https://www.jycwalk.com/ to register.
KEN AND BETTY BORLAND HOLIDAY PAGEANT AND TOWER LIGHTING
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Friendship Tower, Desert Sun Stadium, 1280 Desert Sun Drive GOING ON: Now in its 36th year, the Holiday Pageant and Tower Lighting ushers in the holiday season on the Saturday following Thanksgiving with a program of family fun event featuring: dance performances, special guests, holiday cheer, Christmas carols, the annual Friendship Tower Lighting plus a visit from Santa!.The lighting of the tower is done by Yuma’s reigning Citizen of the Year.
COST: Admission is a donation of non-perishable food item(s) to benefit the Yuma Community Food Bank
INFO: Contact the Caballeros de Yuma, info@caballeros.org or call 928-343-1715
Monday Nov. 29 BARKS, BREWS AND BURGERS
WHEN: 4 p.m.
WHERE: Lutes Casino, 221 S. Main St.
GOING ON: A fundraiser to benefit Homeward Bound Animal Rescue, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming abandoned, unwanted or abused animals in Yuma.
INFO: Email YumaHomewardBoundRescue@ gmail.com, or call 928-388-7519
Tuesday Nov. 30 CONSTITUTION FORUM BILL OF RIGHTS CELEBRATION
WHEN: 6-8 p.m.
WHERE: First Christian Church, 3261 S. Avenue 6E
GOING ON: The Freedom Library will host the 25th annual Constitution Forum Bill of Rights Celebration, with featured speaker Jacob Hornberger (via Zoom). Scholarships will be awarded, and there will be a 50/50 raffle.
COST: Free, although contributions are welcome
INFO: To learn more, email info@ freedomlibrary.org or call 928-2462327.
Friday Dec. 3 WALT KAMMANN SAUSAGE FRY
WHEN: 4:30-8 p.m.
WHERE: Yuma Civic Center, 1440 W. Desert Hills Drive
GOING ON: A fundraiser for the Yuma Rotary Club, a $12 ticket includes sausage, beans, coleslaw, a roll and a drink. Inside dining and drive through are both available. COST: $12 per plate
INFO: To learn more, call 928-2101636 or visit www.YumaRotary.org
JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM
WHEN: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
WHERE: First United Methodist Church, 298 W. 3rd St.
GOING ON: A beautiful display of Yuma’s largest collection of unique nativities from around the world. Jewelry, holiday crafts and gifts will be available to purchase.
COST: Admission is a nonperishable food item or $1, with proceeds going to the Yuma Community Food Bank.
INFO: To learn more, visit www. yuma1st.com
Saturday Dec. 4 18TH RACHEL DETERMAN MEMORIAL RIB COOK OFF
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Yuma Catholic High School athletic fields, 2100 W. 28th St. GOING ON: The community is invited to enjoy ribs, side dishes, corn, tortillas and ice cream in a fun-filled day with food, music and vintage cars.
COST: $10 for a food ticket
ARIZONA CLASSICAL BALLET’S THE NUTCRACKER
WHEN: 2 p.m.
WHERE: Historic Yuma Theatre, 254 S. Main St.
GOING ON: Arizona Classical Ballet presents The Nutcracker, with international ballet stars Sarah Marley, Ednis Mallol and Nick Mesa. Face masks are required. There will also be a visit from Santa.
COST: $20.75
INFO: Learn more at https:// www.facebook.com/ arizonaclassicalballet/ or call (928) 446-3648
JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM
WHEN: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
WHERE: First United Methodist Church, 298 W. 3rd St.
GOING ON: A beautiful display of Yuma’s largest collection of unique nativities from around the world. Jewelry, holiday crafts and gifts will be available to purchase.
COST: Admission is a nonperishable food item or $1, with proceeds going to the Yuma Community Food Bank.
INFO: To learn more, visit www. yuma1st.com
Wednesday Dec. 8 WELCOME WINTER VISITORS BASH
WHEN: 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
WHERE: Yuma Civic Center, 1440 W. Desert Hills Drive
GOING ON: Visit with local businesses to learn more about what Yuma has to offer; pick up your free goodie bag at the Yuma Sun booth. Music, speakers, demonstrations.
COST: Free (make a donation for 9 a.m. early access)
Friday Dec. 10
BALLET YUMA’S NUTCRACKER 2021
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: Snider Auditorium at Yuma High School, 400 S. 6th Ave.
GOING ON: Ballet Yuma’s annual performance of the Nutcracker COST: $20-$25, depending on the seat location
INFO: Tickets available at balletyuma.org, or contact Jenn Coleman at 928-446-6770.
YUMA ARTISANS AND CRAFTERS CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
WHERE: Yuma County Fairgrounds, 2520 E. 32nd St.
GOING ON: More than 50 crafters will exhibit their creations in this annual event. There will be free make and take activities for kids ages 3 to 10 from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday.
COST: Free Admission
Saturday Dec. 11 DOROTHY YOUNG MEMORIAL ELECTRIC LIGHT PARADE
WHEN: 6 p.m.
WHERE: The parade kicks off on 4th Avenue and winds its way through downtown Yuma, ending on Main Street.
GOING ON: Spectators line the parade route to view the lighted creations as the parade marches by. This year’s theme is “Favorite Holiday Traditions.”
COST: Free
INFO: Visit Yuma at (928) 783-0071, or www.visityuma.com
BLOOD DRIVE
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: St. John Neumann Catholic Church, Friel Centre, 11545 E. 40th St.
GOING ON: St John Neumann Catholic Church is sponsoring a blood drive. To schedule a time to give blood, visit www.BloodHero. com
(Sponsor Code: St John NCC).
INFO: Call 800-288-2199, X5497 for eligibility questions. For other questions, call Theresa, 970-3713464, or St. John Neumann Church, 928 342-3544.
BALLET YUMA’S NUTCRACKER 2021
WHEN: 3 p.m.
WHERE: Snider Auditorium at Yuma High School, 400 S. 6th Ave.
GOING ON: Ballet Yuma’s annual performance of the Nutcracker COST: $20-$25, depending on the seat location
INFO: Tickets available at balletyuma.org, or contact Jenn Coleman at 928-446-6770.
YUMA ARTISANS AND CRAFTERS CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
WHERE: Yuma County Fairgrounds, 2520 E. 32nd St.
GOING ON: More than 50 crafters will exhibit their creations in this annual event. There will be free make and take activities for kids, and proceeds benefit local charities. COST: Free admission
Sunday Dec. 12 BALLET YUMA’S NUTCRACKER 2021
WHEN: 1 p.m.
WHERE: Snider Auditorium at Yuma High School, 400 S. 6th Ave.
GOING ON: Ballet Yuma’s annual performance of the Nutcracker COST: $20-$25, depending on the seat location
INFO: Tickets available at balletyuma.org, or contact Jenn Coleman at 928-446-6770.
Friday Dec. 17 SOMERTON LIGHT PARADE
WHEN: 6 p.m.
WHERE: Main Street in Somerton, starting south of Cesar Chavez Avenue
GOING ON: The city of Somerton will host its 12th annual holiday light parade
INFO: Visit https://www.somertonaz. gov/, or call 928-722-7400.