What’s Going On
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Thursday Sept. 23 MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: Historic Yuma Theatre, 254 Main St.
GOING ON: Presented by the Yuma County Library District, film lovers are invited to watch ten short films (18 minutes and under), and vote for your favorite one! www. manhattanshort.com
COST: There is no charge to attend. Light refreshments will be available for purchase at the concession stand.
INFO: Contact the Yuma County
Library District at
(928) 782-1871, or visit their Facebook page, https://www. facebook.com/yumalibrary
Friday Sept. 24 TACOS AND TUNES MUSIC FEST
WHEN: Doors open at 3 p.m., concerts start at 5 p.m.
WHERE: Desert Sun Stadium, 3500 S. Avenue A
GOING ON: Two days of tacos and live music! Friday features mariachi/ cumbia artists, including Mariachi Divas and Metalachi.
COST: Daytime passes are $3, available at the door only. Concert general admission for Friday and Saturday night is $20 per night, or $40 for the all-weekend pass.
INFO: Visit the Caballeros de Yuma website, www.caballeros.org
Saturday Sept. 25
TACOS AND TUNES MUSIC FEST WHEN: Doors open at 11 a.m.
WHERE: Desert Sun Stadium, 3500 S. Avenue A
GOING ON: Two days of tacos and live music! Saturday’s lineup features pop/country artists, including headliner Michael Ray.
COST: Daytime passes are $3, available at the door only. Concert general admission for Friday and Saturday night is $20 per night, or $40 for the all-weekend pass.
INFO: Visit the Caballeros de Yuma website, www.caballeros.org
BUSHMASTER MEMORIAL CEREMONY
WHEN: 8-9:15 a.m.
WHERE: Desert Lawn Memorial Park – 1415 S. 1st Ave.
GOING ON: A memorial Service to preserve the service of the Bushmasters Company “L”,
158th Regimental Combat Team, Arizona National Guard Unit and its memories for future generations and recognizing the great sacrifice made by these men, honoring these men for their service in World War II. At conclusion of the Ceremony, the Yuma Bushmaster Association would like to invite family and friends to a hosted breakfast at the Eagles Hall, located at 225 S. 1st Ave., Yuma, Az. COST: Free
INFO: To learn more, email roswolf@ roadrunner.com