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Thursday Feb. 2 VILLAGE JAZZ SERIES – SOCIETY BOYS
WHEN: 6:00 – 8:00pm
WHERE: Village Area of Yuma Palms Regional Center (in front of Harkins) GOING ON: The Village Jazz Series. This week the popular, San Diego based dixieland jazz group Society Boys will perform. Bring your own folding chair. Food and drink options are close by and available for purchase.
COST: Free
INFO: Yumajazz.com
Friday Feb. 3 TWO RIVERS RENAISSANCE FAIRE
WHEN: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
WHERE: Yuma County Fairgrounds, 2520 E. 32nd St.
GOING ON: The Two Rivers Renaissance Faire celebrates the music, food and fun of times past, in the setting of an old-world village marketplace. Merchants and artisans demonstrate their craft and hawk their wares as world-class performers entertain on-stage and throughout the faire. Mounted knights joust for the championship in the Duke’s Tournament.
COST: Three-day pass: adults $15, Military and First Responders $10 (must show Valid ID), Children $5
INFO: Visit www.tworiversfaire.com
Saturday Feb. 4 SILVER SPUR RODEO PARADE
WHEN: 9:30 a.m.-noon
WHERE: The parade winds through Yuma. For the route, visit www. Yumarodeo.com/parade
GOING ON: This year’s parade theme is Home on the Range, celebrating the Silver Spur Rodeo
COST: Free Info:www.yumarodeo.com/parade
TWO RIVERS RENAISSANCE FAIRE
WHEN: 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
WHERE: Yuma County Fairgrounds, 2520 E. 32nd St.
GOING ON: The Two Rivers Renaissance Faire celebrates the music, food and fun of times past, in the setting of an old-world village marketplace. Merchants and artisans demonstrate their craft and hawk their wares as world-class performers entertain on-stage and throughout the faire. Mounted knights joust for the championship in the Duke’s Tournament.
COST: Three-day pass: adults $15, Military and First Responders $10 (must show Valid ID), Children $5
INFO: Visit www.tworiversfaire.com
SOMERTON PET-PALOOZA
WHEN: 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
WHERE: Council Avenue Park, 801 Council Ave., Somerton
GOING ON: Come join us to watch our fur babies have a blast! Somerton is hosting a Pet-palooza in honor of our furry friends! Chihuahua races, pet contests and other fun activities highlight this event at which dogs, cats and other furry and feathery friends are the center attention.
INFO: For information, contact Brissa Garcia, Special Events Coordinator at 928-655-0247.
END OF LIFE PLANNING – GETTING AFFAIRS IN ORDER
WHEN: 10 a.m.
WHERE: Christ Lutheran Church, 2555 Engler Ave.
GOING ON: Retired Yuma attorney Bruce Jensen and certified public accountant Caitlyn R. J. Pope will discuss end of life estate planning. COST: Free and open to the public. INFO: Call Apryl Brand, 928-341-0994.
TWO RIVERS RENAISSANCE FAIRE
WHEN: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
WHERE: Yuma County Fairgrounds, 2520 E. 32nd St.
GOING ON: The Two Rivers Renaissance Faire celebrates the music, food and fun of times past, in the setting of an old-world village marketplace. Merchants and artisans demonstrate their craft and hawk their wares as world-class performers entertain on-stage and throughout the faire. Mounted knights joust for the championship in the Duke’s Tournament.
COST: Three-day pass: adults $15, Military and First Responders $10 (must show Valid ID), Children $5
INFO: Visit www.tworiversfaire.com
GEOCACHING MEGA EVENT
WHEN: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
WHERE: The West Wetlands Park in Yuma
GOING ON: Geocaching is the world’s largest treasure hunting game. The Yuma event celebrates the game while offering attendees unique ways to participate.
INFO: Learn more on the South Western Arizona Geocaching event at www.yumaevent.com.
ST. PAUL’S CONCERT SERIES
WHEN: 5 p.m.
WHERE: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1550 S. 14th Ave.
GOING ON: St. Paul’s presents the Arizona Western College Music Faculty in concert
COST: The concert series is supported through donations and free-will offerings.
INFO: Contact Sally at 928-782-0166.
Wednesday Feb. 8 WYOMING PICNIC
WHEN: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
WHERE: Joe Henry Park
GOING ON: Bring a covered dish, tableware, chairs and a beverage for the Wyoming Picnic
COST: $5 per person
INFO: Contact Roger Portz for tickets at 307-237-9218
Thursday Feb. 9 VILLAGE JAZZ SERIES – YUMA JAZZ COMPANY
WHEN: 6-8 p.m.
WHERE: Village Area of Yuma Palms Regional Center (in front of Harkins) GOING ON: The Village Jazz Series – free concerts every Thursday evening through April – returns for its 15th season. This week the Yuma Jazz Company celebrates the release of their new album, “Some Tequila and a Plan.” Bring your own folding chair. Food and drink options are close by and available for purchase.
COST: Free
INFO: http://yumajazz.com/village/ index.html
Friday Feb. 10 SILVER SPUR RODEO
WHEN: 2 p.m.- 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Yuma County Fairgrounds, 2520 E. 32nd St.
GOING ON: Come out and see the best athletes in the PRCA and WPRA and the crowd favorite Mutton
Busting at the 78th Annual Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo. Gates open at
2pm with performance starting at 4pm. Merchandise vendors and food vendors.
COST: Tickets range from $16-$60 per person.
INFO: Visit www.yumarodeo.com
DESERT VIEW MENNONITE SUPPER
WHEN: 3-7 p.m.
WHERE: Take Avenue 3E South to County 18th Street – turn left and follow the signs
GOING ON: The 20th annual fundraiser dinner will be held. Menu includes tri-tip, grilled chicken, gourmet potatoes, green beans, sauerkraut, red hot applesauce, homemade bread and jam, homemade pies and ice cream, iced tea and coffee.
COST: $25 for adults, $10 for children under 12.
INFO:RSVP to dvmsupper@gmail.com, or text 928-210-4429 or 928-7502040.
Saturday Feb. 11
SILVER SPUR RODEO
WHEN: 2 p.m.- 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Yuma County Fairgrounds, 2520 E. 32nd St.
GOING ON: Come out and see the best athletes in the PRCA and WPRA and the crowd favorite Mutton
Busting at the 78th Annual Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo. Gates open at
2 pm with performance starting at 4 p.m. Merchandise vendors and food vendors.
COST: Tickets range from $16-$60 per person.
INFO: Visit www.yumarodeo.com
WELLTON’S LIVE JAZZ DAY ON THE GREENS
WHEN: 2:30 to 4:30pm
WHERE: Coyote Wash Golf Course, 11902 William St. in Wellton
GOING ON: The Town of Wellton and Yuma’s East County welcome you to a “Day on the Greens,” a Valentine’s Weekend Live Music and Food Event, featuring Yuma Jazz Company. Wellton’s Coyote Wash Golf Course supplies a beautiful golf course setting with outstanding live music and a variety of food and drink options. Bring you own folding chair to experience this highly acclaimed group in this inviting outdoor setting.
COST: $5.00, Tickets at the course’s Club House or by phone, 928-7854653
INFO: go to Yumajazz.com/events. html
ROMANTIC CLASSICS
WHEN: 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Snider Auditorium at Yuma High School, 400 S. 6th Ave.
GOING ON: The Yuma Civic Orchestra & String Ambassadors present Romantic Classics.
COST: $15 per person
INFO: Call 928-487-1344 or visit www. Yumaorchestra.org
Sunday Feb. 12 SILVER SPUR RODEO
WHEN: Noon-4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Yuma County Fairgrounds, 2520 E. 32nd St.
GOING ON: Come out and see the best athletes in the PRCA and WPRA and the crowd favorite Mutton Busting at the 78th Annual Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo. Merchandise vendors and food vendors.
COST: Tickets range from $16-$60 per person.
INFO: Visit www.yumarodeo.com
Thursday Feb. 16 VILLAGE JAZZ SERIES – YUMA BIG BAND
WHEN: 6-8 p.m.
WHERE: Village Area of Yuma Palms Regional Center (in front of Harkins) GOING ON: The Village Jazz Series.
The Yuma Big Band provides some brassy, swinging excitement. Bring your own folding chair. Food and drink options are close by and available for purchase.
COST: Free
INFO: Yumajazz.com
Saturday Feb. 18 BULL OF THE DESERT STRONGMAN COMPETITION
WHEN: 9 a.m.
WHERE: Desert Sun Stadium, 1280 Desert Sun Drive in Yuma
GOING ON: A strongman competition organized by the Caballeros de Yuma, featuring activities including Thor’s Hammer, Atlas Stones, Conan’s Wheel, Object Shuttle and Log Press.
COST: $80 to enter, visit www. caballeros.org
INFO: Contact Sonny Hixon at info@ caballeros.org, or 928-343-1715.
HANK DAYS CELEBRATION
WHEN: 10 a.m.
WHERE: Foothills Boulevard, traveling north to the South Frontage Road GOING ON: A parade to pay tribute to Foothills Founder Hank Schechert, organized by the Foothills Rotary Club. INFO: To enter a float, contact
Doreen Caldwell at 928-446-1668 or doreenc521@gmail.com.
Thursday Feb. 23 VILLAGE JAZZ SERIES – RON KOBAYASHI TRIO
WHEN: 6-8 p.m.
WHERE: Village Area of Yuma Palms Regional Center (in front of Harkins)
GOING ON: This week L.A. based pianist Ron Kobayashi brings his Trio to Yuma Bring your own folding chair. Food and drink options are close by and available for purchase.
COST: Free
INFO: Yumajazz.com
Friday Feb. 24 BLOOD DRIVE
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: Friel Centre, 11545 E 40th Street in the Foothills
GOING ON: St John Neumann
Catholic Community in the Foothills is sponsoring a Vitalant Blood Drive. Be A Hero and click on the web link www. Bloodhero.com (Sponsor Code:st John NCC) and schedule an appointment to Save A Life!
INFO: For Eligibility Questions call 800-288-2199 X5497. Any questions contact Theresa at 970-371-3464.
Saturday Feb. 25 RADIO CONTROL YUMA AIR SHOW
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
WHERE: Contreras Field, off Highway 95 at Milepost 35, about 7 miles east of Yuma
GOING ON: Model aircraft enthusiasts will fly scale models of military and civilian aircraft. Bring a folding chair. COST: $10 per car
INFO: www.yumaaeromodelers.com or call Hoyt at 928-941-2700.