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Tuesday June 12 TEEN SUMMER THEATRE CAMP
WHEN: 4 to 6 p.m. WHERE: Main Library, 2951 S. 21st Drive GOING ON: 5th annual summer theatre camp for teens ages 12-18; students will learn theatre basics, including writing, directing, producing, and acting; sponsored by Yuma Community Theatre group; free
PIZZA TAKEOVER
WHEN: 5 to 8 p.m. WHERE: Round Table Pizza, 2544 W. 16th St. GOING ON: 10-year-old Gabriel Gonzalez, of Yuma, is in Phoenix at the Children’s Hospital waiting for a new heart; raffle prizes include a 32” flat screen TV, gift certificates, gift cards, and more; you do not need to be present to win; all proceeds will go to benefit the family for hospital and medical expenses COST: Tickets are $5 each or $20 for arm’s length
Wednesday June 13 TEEN BORDER PATROL BOOT CAMP
WHEN: 10 a.m. WHERE: Wellton Library, 28790 San Jose Ave. GOING ON: Teens ages 13-18 can participate in stretches, mild exercises and learn the importance of healthy eating and staying hydrated; registration required and permission slips must be turned in before the time of event; permission slips available at all libraries; free
TAIKO DRUM PERFORMANCES
WHEN: 10 a.m. WHERE: Main Library, 2951 S. 21st Drive GOING ON: Learn about the ancient music and culture surrounding Japanese taiko drums when drummer Eileen Morgan visits; all ages welcome, free
TAIKO DRUM PERFORMANCES
WHEN: 12:30 p.m. WHERE: Heritage Library, 350 S. 3rd Ave.
TAIKO DRUM PERFORMANCES
WHEN: 4 p.m. WHERE: Roll Library, 5151 S. Avenue 39E
MUSIC FAMILY FEUD
WHEN: 4 to 5 p.m. WHERE: Main Library, 2951 S. 21st Drive GOING ON: Teens ages 13-18 only are invited to form a team of 5 people and play this fast-paced, live-action version of the show; every question is music themed to match this year’s Summer Reading Program
Thusday June 14 PUBLIC MEETING
WHEN: 9 to 11 a.m. WHERE: Yuma County Public Health Auditorium, 2200 W. 28th St. GOING ON: The Yuma County Local Emergency Planning Committee will have a regular meeting INFO: Contact Tony Badilla, emergency management director/ LEPC coordinator at tony.badilla@ yumacountyaz.gov
TAIKO DRUM PERFORMANCES TAIKO DRUM PERFORMANCES
WHEN: 2 p.m. WHERE: Dateland Library, 1300 S. Avenue 64E
HANSON, GONZALEZ FUNDRAISER
WHEN: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. WHERE: FTS Auto Center, 1845 S. Arizona Ave. GOING ON: The family is in need due to an unexpected death in the family; meal includes a grilled chicken dinner with all the trimmings; the W.I.N.O. (Workers In Name Only) group and assistance of others is sponsoring event COST: $6 INFO: Contact Rosalie Mercado at romurkydo@roadrunner.com or call (928) 257-5345
TEEN BORDER PATROL BOOT CAMP
WHEN: Noon WHERE: San Luis Library, 1075 N. 6th Ave. (See June 13)
FLAG DAY
WHEN: 6 p.m. WHERE: American Legion Post 19, back patio area, 2575 S. Virginia Drive GOING ON: Flag Day ceremony will include a dignified disposal of unservicable flags by flame; free
Friday June 15 TAIKO DRUM PERFORMANCES
WHEN: 12:30 p.m. WHERE: Somerton Library, 240 Canal St. GOING ON: Learn about the ancient music and culture surrounding Japanese taiko drums when drummer Eileen Morgan visits; all ages welcome, free
TAIKO DRUM PERFORMANCES
WHEN: 3 p.m. WHERE: San Luis Library, 1075 N. 6th Ave.
TEEN ACTIVITIES
WHEN: 3 to 4 p.m. WHERE: Heritage Library, 350 S. 3rd Ave. GOING ON: Teens ages 13-17 are invited to Name that Tune, a triviastyle game to test your knowledge of music from various forms of media including TV shows, Anime and video games; free
DIGGIN’ GOLD DANCE BAND
WHEN: 5 to 8 p.m. WHERE: American Veterans, 8889 S. Frontage Road GOING ON: Ernie and Hap of Diggin’ Gold will play country and classic rock for your listening and dancing pleasure; open to public, no cover charge INFO: Call (928) 344-3747
SUMMER JAZZ
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 FM88.9; no admission charge INFO: Visit www.yumajazz.com
BIG BOSS BAND
WHEN: 7 to 11 p.m. WHERE: Yuma Landing Bar and Grill Restaurant, 195 S. 4th Ave. GOING ON: Big Boss Band will perform Yuma’s favorite tunes