What’s Going On
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Wednesday Dec. 1
LIGHTING OF CENTENNIAL PARK WHEN: 6 p.m.
WHERE: Centennial Park in Somerton GOING ON: The city of Somerton will host a holiday lighting event, and kids can meet Santa
INFO: Visit https://www.facebook. com/cityofsomerton
Thursday Dec. 2 THURSDAYS AT THE THEATRE
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: Historic Yuma Theatre, 254 S. Main St.
GOING ON: A film series presented by Arizona Western College. This month’s film is Corpus Christi, a 2019 Polish drama with English subtitles. The movie is 116 minutes. COST: $5, or $2.50 for AWC/NAU students with ID
Friday Dec. 3 CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING
WHEN: 6 p.m.
WHERE: Downtown Main Street in Yuma
GOING ON: Hosted by the city of Yuma, the Yuma Fire Department will rescue Santa from the top of the Yuma Art Center. Visit the jolly man himself, Santa, and enjoy your picture with him and musical performances.
INFO: Visit www.yumaaz.gov/events
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 non-perishable 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: Call the Yuma Art Center, 928-373-5202 or visit http:// www.etix.com/ticket/P/3034956/ thenutcracker-yuma-historic--yumatheatre
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 non-perishable 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
ART PATHS AT COYOTE WASH
WHEN: 10 a.m.
WHERE: Start at 11801 Laguna St. in Wellton
GOING ON: Art Paths at Coyote Wash is hosted by members of the local art guild at their homes. All arts and crafts will be displayed outdoors. There will be a raffle and prize drawing at the end of the event. This is a free open air event that will take you through a path of various local artists homes who will showcase their work and answer any of your questions.
COST: Free
INFO: Email artisansguildwellton@ gmail.com or call 928-723-5564
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.