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January/February 2018
Help us celebrate the completion of Lambert Lane!
ORO VALLEY MAYOR & COUNCIL Dr. Satish I. Hiremath, Mayor Lou Waters, Vice Mayor Joe Hornat, Councilmember Rhonda Piña, Councilmember Bill Rodman, Councilmember
The Town of Oro Valley would like to thank residents and business owners for their patience and support during the Lambert Lane safety improvements and widening project. The community is invited to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony, including coffee and pastries, on Wednesday, January 10 at 9:30 a.m. on the southwest corner of the Lambert and La Cañada intersection (in the Cañada Crossings Shopping Center).
The Spring 2018 Program Guide is here! Town of Oro Valley Parks and Recreation
SPRING 2018
ADULT PROGRAMS
PROGRAM GUIDE
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KICKBALL LEAGUE Participation includes six weeks of league play, followed by an allday, two-game elimination tournament on April 15 in conjunction with the Celebrate Oro Valley event. (See page 36) Audience: Days/Times: Session Dates:
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Steve Solomon, Councilmember For Mayor and Councilmembers, call: (520) 229-4700 council@orovalleyaz.gov
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Join us for a fun, relaxing class of stamping and paper crafting. You will enjoy a couple hours of card making creating 4 handmade, beautiful All-Occasion Cards. Karin has been teaching paper crafting classes for close to 10 years and loves to share the craft of card making. Karin will coach and teach you how to create 4 unique All-Occasion Cards (i.e. Birthday, Thinking of You, Thank You, Sympathy, Just a Note) with matching envelopes to send to someone special. No experience necessary and all supplies and tools provided. Class is limited to 12. (Pictures provided are an example of the types of cards we will create. Four different cards will be created for each monthly class) Audience: Dates:
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SANTA CATALINA MOUNTAINS
Town Manager Mary Jacobs (520) 229-4725 mjacobs@orovalleyaz.gov Photo banner captions: Lambert Lane construction, Oro Valley Concert Series at the Oro Valley Marketplace, Second Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch, Sun Shuttle. Copyright 2017-18 by the Town of Oro Valley. All rights reserved.
Access more Oro Valley news, events and activities at our website:
www.orovalleyaz.gov
Co-ed (ages 14+) Sundays, 4 p.m. February 18 – April 15 (No games on February 25 or April 8) $100 per team Naranja Park, 810 W Naranja Dr. Contact Nick Scala, 520-229-5054 www.orovalleyaz.gov or by calling 520-229-5050
Adults, 18 years of age or older Thursday, January 18 Monday, February 5 Tuesday, March 13 Thursday, April 12 Each month will offer four different card designs 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. $18 – includes all materials and instruction Karin Menghini Oro Valley Community Center 10555 N. La Cañada Dr. Call 520-544-1900 for additional information and reservations, or stop by the Oro Valley Community Center Fitness Center fitness desk.
GOLF For golf opportunities, please see page 26.
Oh, for the
of music!
FREE community jam session.
Open to musicians of all ages and skills. OH, FOR THE LOVE OF MUSIC!
Music is made when people of many talents come together. Regardless of experience or ability, we invite you to join our EVERY MONTH communitySECOND group of WEDNESDAY musicians. EachOF gathering will be a unique Doors at 5 p.m., jam session is 5:30-7:30 p.m. and creative timeopen of collaboration, featuring a different musical genre. Bring your instrument, your voice or your sheet music. Location:
Audience:The Gaslight AllMusic agesHall in Oro Valley 13005 N. Oracle Road, Suite 165 Day/Time: Second Wednesday of the month, 5 - 7 p.m. Fee: Free Facilitator: Warren Lazar Location: The Gaslight Music Hall in Oro Valley 13005 N. Oracle Road, Suite 165 Info: Email Lazard2@comcast.net to RSVP or for more details.
For online version, please visit: http://townoforovalley.maps.arcgis.com
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For complete details on recreational programs for all age groups, aquatics, spring break camps and special events through April, be sure to check out the Spring 2018 Program Guide. View it online at www.orovalleyaz.gov, or pick up a hard copy at the Oro Valley Community Center, 10555 N. La Cañada Drive.
Second Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Join us for Second Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N. Oracle Road, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on January 13, February 10 and March 10! Enjoy tours of the ranch, art shows, the Heirloom Farmers Market, Commerce Corral and the Historic, Western and Americana Artisan and Antique Fair. This free event also includes live music, children’s crafts and Heritage Garden demonstrations. The music and crafts begin at 10:30 a.m.
Save the Date: Celebrate Oro Valley
THEN & NOW
Join us for a brand new event, April 13-15, including a Friday night mixer, family activities at Steam Pump Ranch on Saturday, and a Dyn-OMile race on Sunday! For details, see page 36 of your 2018 Spring Program Guide or check out the event calendar at www.orovalleyaz.gov.
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Shop OV: Sunline Design
Oro Valley Theatre Company
By Dave Perry, President/CEO of the Greater Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce
The new Oro Valley Theatre Company is holding open auditions for Thornton Wilder‘s beloved play, “Our Town,” under the direction of Judi Rodman, on February 26 and 28, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Leman Academy of Excellence, 12255 N. La Cañada Drive. Performance dates are April 25 and 26 at 6 p.m., and April 29 at 2 p.m. at the Oro Valley Gaslight Music Hall, 13005 N. Oracle Road. For more information, follow the Oro Valley Theatre Company on Facebook or call 520-742-5871.
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Diana Ditmanson has loved gemstones and jewelry since her childhood. For years, she’s been creating one-of-a-kind jewelry and personal relationships at Sunline Design in the Foothills. Now, Diana has moved Sunline Design to Lambert and La Cañada. It’s a shorter commute for the Oro Valley resident, and a chance to create a whole new clientele. You’re invited.
Sun Shuttle fare increase
“You may never, ever see an item you find here, because it’s hand-made,” said Diana. “This is my joy.” At Sunline Design, you’ll find an “artist’s vibe” of contemporary and unique earrings, bracelets, necklaces, pendants and rings, at every price point. She does repairs, too. Beyond jewelry, Diana presents earthy, organic copper art, whimsical gifts and cards. Most of all, she offers “excellent customer service. If you want to be treated with the utmost care, this is the place.” Sunline Design 10355 N. La Canada, #117, Oro Valley | 520-299-5023 | www.sunlinedesign.com Tuesday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
In November 2016, the Regional Transportation Authority took action to increase the fare for Dial-A-Ride transit. The plan is a multi-year increase, and new increases will take effect January 1, 2018. For complete details on the transit system changes, visit www.suntran.com or call Sun Tran’s Customer Service Center at 520-792-9222 (TDD: 628-1565).
Free Concerts For more information, including concert details and the entire 2017-18 free concert lineup, visit www.orovalleyaz.gov. Saturday, January 6 @ 10 a.m. OV Kids Concert Series: Instrument Petting Zoo Location: Children’s Museum Oro Valley 11015 N. Oracle Rd. Suite 101
Saturday, January 13 @ 10:30 a.m. Band: Linda Lou and the Desert Drifters Location: Steam Pump Ranch 10901 N. Oracle Rd.
Thursday, February 8 @ 6 p.m. Band: Little House of Funk Location: Oro Valley Marketplace in front of Century Theatres
Thursday, January 11 @ 6 p.m. Band: Good Question Location: Oro Valley Marketplace in front of Century Theatres
Saturday, February 3 @ 10 a.m. OV Kids Concert Series: The Musical Story of Civil Rights Location: Oro Valley Council Chambers 11000 N. La Cañada
Saturday, February 10 @ 10:30 a.m. Band: High Desert Location: Steam Pump Ranch 10901 N. Oracle Rd.
MOVE Across 2 Ranges annual hiking challenge Saturday, Feb. 24 Cost is $25 For details and registration, visit www.move2ranges.com
Easter Eggstravaganza Saturday, March 31, 9 a.m. to noon NEW LOCATION: James D. Kriegh Park 23 W. Calle Concordia Free event for the whole family, including Easter egg hunt and petting zoo!
Mark your calendars! Off the Vine Arizona Wine Festival Saturday, Feb. 17, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N. Oracle Rd. $15 in advance; $20 at the door Visit www.arizonawine.org
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Town of Oro Valley Communications Division
Misti Nowak, Communications Administrator | (520) 229-4712 | mnowak@orovalleyaz.gov Pia Salonga, Marketing & Communications Specialist | (520) 229-4731 | psalonga@orovalleyaz.gov