What’s Going On
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OKANOGAN VALLEY PICNIC
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. WHERE: Friendship Park, Avenue A and 34th Place GOING ON: Annual Okanogan Valley potluck and picnic with coffee, tea and water provided; can bring extra chairs INFO: Call Joanne Whiteaker at (360) 941-4051
FAMILY MOVIE
WHEN: 4 p.m. WHERE: Heritage Library, 350 S. 3rd Ave. GOING ON: “Cinderella” (2015)
SCIENCE NIGHT
WHEN: 4:30 to 7 p.m. WHERE: Cibola High School, 4100 W. 20th St. GOING ON: High school students promote various areas of science to their fellow classmates and the community with activities, demonstrations and guest speakers; this year’s science night will promote health and wellness; free INFO: Call Thelma Gonzalez at (928) 726-2648 or email thelma20006525@yumaunion.org
GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA
WHEN: 7 p.m. WHERE: Historic Yuma Theatre, 254 S. Main St. GOING ON: Celebrate the classics of the swing era with the Glenn Miller Orchestra, with 16 musicians and an amazing band leader; brought by the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area COST: $25 INFO: Tickets available at Yuma Art Center, Yuma Parks and Rec, Yuma Civic Center or online at YumaShowTickets.com
INTRO TO GENEALOGY
WHEN: 10 a.m. to noon WHERE: Foothills Library, 13226 E. South Frontage Road GOING ON: Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution (D.A.R.) and librarian will be available to assist with genealogical research on library laptops; personal laptops and mobile devices welcome; free, space is limited
DINE AND DONATE
WHEN: 3 to 9:30 p.m. WHERE: Texas Roadhouse, 594 E. 16th St. GOING ON: Dine at Texas Roadhouse, mention the Yuma Community Theater and 10 percent of your food purchase will go to their fundraiser INFO: Call (928) 329-7427
MARTIN LUTHER MOVIE
WHEN: Need 88 tickets purchased today; movie 5:30 p.m. March 6 WHERE: Harkins Theatre, Yuma Palms GOING ON: Calvary Lutheran Church LCMS is sponsoring the one-time showing of the movie “Martin Luther: The Idea that Changed the World” COST: $10; purchased online at www.tugg.com/events/martinluther-the-idea-that-changed-theworld-mmzp INFO: Call the church at 783-3024
VILLAGE JAZZ
WHEN: 6 to 8 p.m. WHERE: Village area, Yuma Palms Mall GOING ON: The Yuma Jazz Company Quintet will be releasing sambas, bossas, and Afro-Cuban excitement during the Latin Jazz Eruption; bring own seating; free INFO: Visit www.yumajazz.com
SEARCHING WITH GOOGLE
WHEN: 6:30 to 8 p.m. WHERE: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 4300 W. 16th St. GOING ON: Learn how to search using Google INFO: Call Betty at (928) 366-2288
QUILT SHOW
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. WHERE: Country Roads RV Village, 5707 E. 32nd St. GOING ON: Annual quilt show with country store, raffles, quilter’s notion basket, vendors, lunch special; vote for your favorite quilt; free admission INFO: Call Margaret at (928) 3184512
WHAT’S GROWING IN YUMA
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: Golden Roadrunner, 274 Main St. GOING ON: A variety of artisans will sell their handcrafted items; sponsored by Yuma Potpourri Artists INFO: Call Sharon Harrison at (574) 361-1223
OZARK JUBILEE
WHEN: 4 p.m. WHERE: Yuma Civic Center, 1440 W. Desert Hills Drive GOING ON: The jubilee will feature Branson’s funniest comedian and world class fiddler, Doofus Doolittle and stars of the Grand Ole Opry; also a special tribute to veterans to show appreciation and gratitude; tickets can be purchased at Yuma Civic Center, Yuma Arts Center, Parks and Rec COST: $25; group tickets (20 or more) $22 INFO: Call the civic center at (928) 373-5040
WILLY WONKA KIDS
WHEN: 6 p.m. WHERE: Otondo Elementary School, 2251 Otondo Drive GOING ON: Otondo Elementary Drama Club presents Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Kids, directed by Michele and Caitlin Van Voorst COST: $5 at door or presale
JAZZ NIGHTS
WHEN: 7 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Julieanna’s Patio Cafe, 1951 W. 25th St. GOING ON: Yuma Jazz Company Trio will be featured; sponsored by KAWC FM/AM; no admission charge INFO: Visit www.yumajazz.com
LETTUCE BIKE RIDE
WHEN: 8 a.m. WHERE: Joe Henry Memorial Park, Ramada 28 GOING ON: Community bike event with participants in a 10-mile family ride or a 30-mile ride; all 30-mile riders must be at least 18, family fun ride (under 18) must be accompanied by parent or guardian; helmets must be worn at all times, riders will follow and obey all rules of the road, ride will start and finish at park; proceeds will benefit YRMC Cancer Center COST: $45 INFO: Call Gene Dalbey at (928) 9208482 or visit www.arizonareg.com
WYATT EARP IN YUMA
WHEN: 10 to 11 a.m. WHERE: Sanguinetti House Museum and Gardens, 240 S. Madison Ave. GOING ON: Historian Garner A. Palenske will present “Wyatt Earp in Yuma County: A Transition to a New Life” with tea, coffee and breakfast treats; 21 and over event; seating limited, registration required COST: $10; includes museum tour INFO: Call (928) 782-1841 or email ykruse@azhs.gov
FLY YUMA AIR SHOW
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. WHERE: Contreras Field, off Highway 95 at mile marker 35; 5 miles north of Yuma GOING ON: The 11th annual regional radio control model airplane air show will have jets, helicopters, scale aircraft, static display aircraft, food concessions; spectators should bring dark glasses, sun protection and lawn chairs; field improvements include upgraded sound system, improved parking and additional spectator seating areas COST: $5 per vehicle entry, parking donation from spectators INFO: Call Russ Verbael at (406) 781-7233 or Dave Bartholomew at (541) 973-5050; or online at www. yumaaeromodelers.com
JUMPSTART SATURDAY
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. WHERE: Frances Morris Board Room, 3C Building; AWC Yuma campus GOING ON: A new program at AWC that will allow prospective students to complete their preenrollment tasks during a time that is convenient; students should bring photo ID, proof of citizenship, military ID card or birth certificate, 2015 tax returns; no advising or course registration during this time INFO: Call Mandy Heil, associate director of admissions, (928) 317-6084 or email mandy.heil@ azwestern.edu; or the Admissions, registration office at 344-7550
WHAT’S GROWING IN YUMA
(See Feb. 24)
SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: Precious Treasures Youth Center, 492 E. Main St., Somerton GOING ON: 18th annual Precious Treasures scholarship fundraiser with a carne asada dinner includes meat, rice, beans, tortillas and salsa; games, door prizes, raffles, entertainment by local artists, youth choir COST: $7 plate INFO: Call (928) 627-3640
CRIMES AND CRIMINALS
WHEN: 10:30 a.m. WHERE: Main Library, 2951 S. 21st Drive GOING ON: A discussion on notable criminals and famous crimes that have happened in the Yuma area over the years; free
WILLY WONKA KIDS
WHEN: 1 p.m. WHERE: Otondo Elementary School, 2251 Otondo Drive GOING ON: Otondo Elementary Drama Club presents Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Kids, directed by Michele and Caitlin Van Voorst COST: $5 at door or presale
‘TALK ABOUT A MURDER’
WHEN: 5 to 7 p.m. WHERE: Capri RV Resort, 3380 S. 4th Ave. GOING ON: The On Deck Players acting group will present a dark comedy play “Talk About a Murder,” as a fundraiser for Crossroads Mission; audience participation helps solve the crime; dinner will follow play COST: $15, includes dinner INFO: Call Carlos at (928) 210-3106
TOAST TO HOPE
WHEN: 6 to 10 p.m. WHERE: The Patio Restaurant at the Hills, 1245 W. Desert Hills Drive GOING ON: Join Catholic Community Services for the 2nd annual Toast to Hope fundraiser dinner; fine dining served by Chef Alex, live jazz music by the Main Street Jazz Quartet; reservations required COST: $75, includes a three-course meal INFO: To RSVP, call Vanessa Edwards at (928) 341-9400, email vanessae@ccs-westaz.org or text Toast2Hope to 41444
RADIO ACTIVE VARIETY SHOW
WHEN: 7 p.m. WHERE: AWC Theater, Yuma campus GOING ON: AWC Fine Arts Department will present a 1940’s variety show featuring guest artist Justin Lujan, live radio plays, vocal and instrumental music; this is the annual scholarship fundraiser; tickets available presale and at door 30 minutes prior to show COST: $20 individuals; $30 couples; $5 AWC students INFO: Call Deltrina Grimes at (928) 344-7574 or Ann Wilkinson at (928) 344-7592; or visit www. foundation@azwestern.edu