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Events Calendar
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January 14th
2023 Casa Grande Lifestyle Show Casa Grande Municipal Airport 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Free event - open to the public to attend. Includes indoor and outdoor vendors, food trucks, kid zone, car and truck show, airplane displays, beer garden, DJ, and more! This is an annual event presented by the Greater Casa Grande Chamber of Commerce for “all things Casa Grande!” Was formerly the Home, Health & Lifestyle Show. 520.836.2125 www.casagrandechamber.org
January 14th
Open Mic Night - Casa Grande BlackBox Foundation Theatre Casa Grande 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Monthly all-ages open mic event is open to all creative artists, including singers/songwriters, spoken word, poetry, dance, and comedy. Doors open for sign-up at 5:30 PM. Open mic starts at 6:00 PM, with max. 10 minutes for each performer. Mics and sound system provided. $5-$10 suggested donation. Presented by the Yoga Recovery & Healing Arts Project and the BlackBox Foundation. 520.532.2337 www.yogahealingartsproject.org
January 15th
Events at Ak-Chin Circle Entertainment Center Ak-Chin Circle Entertainment Center Maricopa The Entertainment Center offers movies, bowling, laser tag, an arcade, parties, events, and live music in the Luxe Lounge. See the Ak-Chin Circle website and Facebook page for this month’s featured events. 520.568.3456 www.ak-chincircle.com Events at the Combs Performing Arts Center Combs Performing Arts Center San Tan Valley The theatre is located at the Combs High School Campus in San Tan Valley. Visit the website for the events calendar and information about upcoming live music events, dance shows, live theatre, concerts, and school shows. 480.987.5300 www.facebook.com/CombsPerformingArtsCenter January Art Classes & Workshops Casita Workshop Casa Grande Located in Casa Grande. Check the website for January class details and availability. Book your spot early as there are limited spaces available. They also have a Fiber & Fabric Club that meets once a month. Classes include ceramics, weaving, glass, fiber arts, watercolor, and more! www.casitaworkshop.com Live Music: Fred Cap Band River Bottom Bar & Grill Florence 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM The River Bottom Bar & Grill has 12 bands on their Jan. schedule. See their new website for the live music lineup. Located at 2501 North Highway 79 in Florence. 520.868.3131 www.riverbottombar.com/eventcalendar
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January 17th
Explore Pinal County’s History Pinal County Historical Museum Florence 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Open Tue.-Sat. Exhibits include Native American culture, day-to-day life in early Florence, 2nd Territorial Prison artifacts, antique clothing, cactus furniture, farm machinery, vintage fire engines, and much more. Admission is $7 for adults and free for ages 18 and under. Free admission and special activities on first Sat. of each month. See website for information on Historic Florence Walking Tours and Cemetery Walking Tours. 520.868.4382 www.pinalcountyhistoricalmuseum. org January 18th
Art & Sip The Roost Sports Bar & Cafe Maricopa 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Paint and sip events every Wednesday at The Roost in Maricopa. Party starts at 7:00 PM! No experience necessary. Visit website for details and to sign up. Contact Kaui Wilson at KauiWilson. Art@gmail.com or on social media: @ KauiWilson. 602.796.8194 www.theartandsip.com Explore Local History The Museum of Casa Grande 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM The Museum of Casa Grande is open 12:00 - 4:00 PM Wed. through Sat. Collections include historic artifacts, archives, photography, and more. The exhibits portray the development of mining, agriculture, railroad expansion, settlement, and technology. Admission is $7/adults, $6/seniors and is free for children and members. Located at 110 W. Florence Blvd. 520.836.2223 www.tmocg.org
January 18th
Karaoke with James G. Gallopin’ Goose Coolidge 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM The Gallopin’ Goose has karaoke every Wednesday with host James G. Check their Facebook page for the weekend DJ schedule. Located at 1980 S. Arizona Blvd. in Coolidge. 520.723.0300 www.facebook.com/gallopingoose Live Music at San Tan Flat: Rod Kent San Tan Flat - Queen Creek Queen Creek 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM San Tan Flat has live music every week. Located at 6185 W. Hunt Highway in Queen Creek. Visit the events calendar page on their website for the January music lineup. 480.882.2995 www.santanflat.com Pinal County Senior Symposium Casa Grande Neon Sign Park 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 3rd Annual Pinal County Senior Symposium. Includes information booths for financial, medical and senior services in Pinal County. Held at the Neon Sign Park. 520.423.8658 www.facebook.com/ events/641083180871287 Speaker Series: “Climate Change and Cultural Resources” Casa Grande Ruins National Monument Coolidge 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Climate change represents a significant challenge to resource managers. Join Casa Grande Ruins National Monument archeologist Christopher Combel as he discusses the ways he has seen climate change impact sites that he has managed and some of the strategies that land managers are trying to mitigate the impacts of climate change to cultural resources in the National Park Service. 520.723.3172 www.nps.gov/cagr
January 19th
Central Arizona Raceway: The Ernie Mincy Early Thaw Central Arizona Raceway Casa Grande 4:00 PM Takes place Jan. 19-22 at 4:00 PM each day. See Facebook page for racing lineup and visitor info. Located at 512 S. Eleven Mile Corner in Casa Grande. 602.292.7607 www.facebook.com/CentralArizonaRaceway Comedy Night & Karaoke The Roost Sports Bar & Cafe Maricopa 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM The Roost has Comedy Night every Thursday from 7:00 to 8:30 PM. Free admission to this stand-up comedy show. They also have Karaoke on Tuesdays from 6:00 to 10:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:30 PM to 1:30 AM. Located at 20800 N. John Wayne Pkwy in Maricopa. 520.568.5338 www.facebook.com/TheRoostAZ Learn about Arizona’s Geology Pinal Geology & Mineral Museum Coolidge 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Exhibits include fossils from all over the world, gems and minerals, and children’s activities. Check their website for information on monthly meetings of the Pinal County Gem and Mineral Society. The museum is located at 351 N. Arizona Blvd. in Coolidge. Open Wed.-Sat. 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. through May 31. 520.723.3009 www.pinalgeologymuseum.org Live Music at the Windmill Winery: Arizona Avenue Windmill Winery Florence 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Live music night in the Wine Tasting Room! Music and food service begin at 5:00. There’s music every Thu./Sat./ Sun. in Jan. Visit the Windmill Winery website for the schedule. Located at 1140 W. Butte Ave. in Florence. 520.858.6050 www.thewindmillwinery.com
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Ellison-Mills Construction Donates Sculptures
Photos courtesy of the City of Casa Grande
The City of Casa Grande Community Recreation Center dedicated two new art sculptures in November — Children on the Logo and Children Climbing Ladder.
The Casa Grande Arts & Humanities Commission dedicated the sculptures during a small ceremony at the Community Recreation Center. The sculptures were generously sponsored by Ellison-Mills Construction.
The Arts & Humanities Commission and the CG Mosaic Creative Communities Team coordinated the purchase and installation of the sculptures.
Ellison-Mills Constructing LLC donated $10,000 to the arts commission and CG Mosaic Creative Communities Team for the support and development of art projects (visual and preforming) throughout the community. Their donation was used to purchase the Children on the Logo Sculpture from the DePadre Family, and they donated the Children Climbing the Ladder Sculpture.
The City’s Community Services Department was in charge of installing the sculptures; Daniel Gallegos, Community Services Department, and Mike Edwards, Parks Superintendent and his staff.
The Arts & Humanities Commission serves as an entity, stimulating and supporting excellence and accessibility in the arts and humanities for all citizens in the community of Casa Grande.
Art is an important part of the community, bringing people together, enhancing civic spaces and creating connection and conversation with others.
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January 19th
Live Music: The Girls Next Door Tumbleweed Inn Eloy 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Enjoy dinner, drinks, and dancing to this all-women band. Country, rock & classic favorites. See the Tumbleweed Inn’s Facebook page for more info. Location is 3802 W. Frontier St in Eloy. Reservations recommended. 520-466-9972 www.facebook.com/tumbleweedinnaz
Visit the Ostrich Ranch Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch Picacho 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM The Ostrich Ranch has an amazing variety of animals that visitors can watch and feed, including stingrays, goats, minature donkeys, fallow deer, tortoises, and lots of ostriches! Located by Picacho Peak State Park, just off I-10. Open daily 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM until Apr. 30. 520.466.3658 www.roostercogburn.com Zipline EcoTours Arizona Zipline Adventures Oracle 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM The Zipline EcoTour allows you to zip on 5 different spans ranging in length from 400 to 1,500 ft. and lasts approximately 2 hours. Open Thursday through Sunday by reservation only. See website for details. Located on Mt. Lemmon Rd. in Oracle. 520.308.9350 www.ziparizona.com January 20th
Florence 3rd Fridays on Historic Main Street McFarland State Historic Park Florence 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Held on the 3rd Friday of each month from October through April. Enjoy the live music, shopping, food and fun on Historic Main Street in Florence! 520.868.9433 www.florenceazchamber.com
January 20th
Live Theatre: “The Marvelous Wonderettes” Zao Theatre Gold Canyon 7:30 PM Nine performances from Jan. 20 to Feb. 4 at the Zao Theatre in Gold Canyon. See website for description of this musical theatre production. Tickets are $35 for adults and available online. 480.924.5122 www.zaotheatre.com Visit the Casa Grande Ruins Casa Grande Ruins National Monument Coolidge 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM The Casa Grande Ruins National Monument is open daily, including the monument, museum exhibits, movie theater, monument bookstore, and picnic area. Free admission. See website for details on Speaker Series talks. 520.723.3172 www.nps.gov/cagr
January 21st
7th Annual Senior Info / Expo Copper Sky Regional Park Maricopa 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Free to attend. Register today and receive a free tote bag and gift, and easy check-in! Attendees will have the opportunity to attend informative workshops, visit a variety of exhibitor tables to gather resources, and more! Free parking, refreshments and a free lunch to each registered guest. 520-316-6842 https://anc.apm.activecommunities. com/cityofmaricoparec/activity/ search/detail/18299 Casa Grande Roller Derby “For the Love of Derby” Fundraiser Roller Derby Hanger Casa Grande 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM This is a completely skate at your own risk event hosted by Casa Grande Roller Derby. The funds we raise will benefit CGRD and our facility projects, and upkeep. See Facebook page for entry form and event information. Takes place at 798 N. Picacho St. in Casa Grande. 520.450.1790 www.facebook.com/CGRollerDerby
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January 21st
Downtown Casa Grande Street Fair & Car Show Historic Downtown Casa Grande 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM 22nd Annual Street Fair and Car/Bike Show. Largest street fair event in Pinal County. Two full days of live entertainment, arts & crafts, vendors, community booths, food vendors and more! The car and bike show takes place on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. One of the major events of the year in Casa Grande. 520.836.8744 www.cgmainstreet.com
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January 21st
Florence Cemetery Tours Pinal County Historical Museum Florence See Florence’s rich history come alive on this guided tour of the Florence Cemetery! Join Chris Reid and learn about the people who made Florence what it is today including the oldest birthday on a headstone in Arizona. This tour begins at PCHS Museum. Tours are limited to 12 participants and tickets are $20 per adult and $15 for museum members. Offered in JanFeb-Mar. 520-868-4382 www.pinalcountyhistoricalmuseum.org Jim Sorensen in Concert Central Arizona College Pence Center Coolidge 3:00 PM Jim Sorensen - piano. The Pence Center is located at the Signal Peak Campus of Central Arizona College in Coolidge. Tickets $18 - available online. 520.477.7469 www.eventsatcac.com The Pony Ranch featuring Tiny Town The Pony Ranch Casa Grande A fun place for tiny cowboys and cowgirls to experience riding a pony and feeding ranch animals at the petting zoo. Visit the Pony Ranch Facebook page for their current hours. Located at 18536 W. Houser Rd. in Casa Grande. 480.236.4500 www.facebook.com/theponyranchfeaturingtinytown January 22nd
Art Classes at the Divine Art Institute Divine Art Institute Casa Grande Visit the Divine Art Institute website to see their art class lineup. Located in Casa Grande. Workshops and classes from 1 to 3 sessions are offered in the areas of drawing & painting. Open to artists of all ages and experience levels. 520.340.4162 www.divineartinstitute.com
January 22nd
Biosphere 2 Tours University of Arizona Biosphere 2 Oracle 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Biosphere 2 is a world-famous research facility operated by the University of Arizona and located near Oracle. The Biosphere 2 Experience allows visitors to tour the interior of the facility. This fascinating, family-friendly experience is guided by a mobile app. Download the tour app prior to arrival. Tickets must be purchased online. Open daily from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. 520.621.4800 www.biosphere2.org
January 22nd
Downtown Casa Grande Street Fair Historic Downtown Casa Grande 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM 22nd Annual Street Fair and Car/ Bike Show Two full days of live entertainment, arts & crafts, vendors, community booths, food vendors and more! The car and bike show takes place on Saturday. One of the major events of the year in Casa Grande and the largest street fair event in Pinal County. 520.836.8744 www.cgmainstreet.com Visit the Arboretum Boyce Thompson Arboretum Superior 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Discover Arizona’s first and oldest botanical garden, situated on 343 acres of scenic upland desert with nearly five miles of trail. See website for tours, tai chi and yoga classes, special events and visitor information. Located 4 miles west of Superior on Hwy. 60. Open daily 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, October through April. 520.689.2723 www.btarboretum.org
January 24th
Live Music & Karaoke Tumbleweed Inn Eloy 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM The Tumbleweed Inn has karaoke on Tuesdays from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, , and live music throughout the month. See their Facebook page for the current live music schedule. Located at 3802 W. Frontier St. in Eloy. Dinner reservations are recommended. 520.466.9972 facebook.com/tumbleweedinnaz January 25th
Activities for Seniors Dorothy Powell Senior Center Casa Grande The Dorothy Powell Senior Center provides residents the opportunity to experience recreational, cultural, and educational programming in a friendly atmosphere. It’s open to individuals 50 years of age or older. Activities include health and fitness, dance, pool, cards, walking club, bingo, art, and more. The monthly activity calendar is posted on the City of Casa Grande website. 520.421.8760 www.casagrandeaz.gov/senior-citizen-services
January 25th
McFarland State Historic Park Museum & Visitor Center McFarland State Historic Park Florence 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM The museum and visitor center are open Mon. through Sat., 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Oct. through Apr. Park entrance fee is $5 and free for ages 18 and under. Visit the AZ State Parks website to plan your visit and to see the upcoming talks and lectures at the park. Zarco Guerrero will present “Our River Stories: The Gila and the Salt” on Feb. 23 at 11:00 AM. 520.868.5216 www.azstateparks.com/mcfarland January 26th
Central Arizona Raceway Motorsports Event Central Arizona Raceway Casa Grande 4:00 PM Takes place Jan. 26-28 at 4:00 PM each day. See Facebook page for racing lineup and visitor info. Located at 512 S. Eleven Mile Corner in Casa Grande. 602.292.7607 www.facebook.com/CentralArizonaRaceway Equipata in Concert - Nancy Elliott and Bob Bachen Central Arizona College Pence Center Coolidge 7:00 PM As the duo Equipata, Nancy Elliott and Bob Bachen perform familiar and classic Old Country music. Tickets are available online. 520.477.7469 www.eventsatcac.com January 27th
Learn to SkyDive - Ground School Skydive Arizona Eloy Learn to Skydive at the largest jump zone in the world! See website for additional ground school dates. Skydive Arizona has upcoming events and courses for experienced skydivers as well. 520.466.3753 www.skydiveaz.com
January 27th
Live Music: The Girls Next Door Pita Patio Grill Coolidge 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Enjoy delicious Mediterranean and Greek cuisine and dancing under the stars! The all-women band plays a mixed variety of music, including country and rock classics. See the Pita Patio’s facebook page for menu & more info. Located at 235 W. Coolidge Ave. 520-635-5576 www.facebook.com/coolidgerocks
January 28th
15th Annual Superior Home Tour & Antique Show (Jan. 28-29) Town of Superior Superior Takes place Jan. 28/29. Explore the quirky and whimsical homes of the historic mining town of Superior, Arizona. Plus, enjoy a pancake breakfast, shop quality antiques, hear from captivating speakers, and take a guided hike on the legendary LOST trail. See website for event details and tickets. 520.689.0200 www.superiorazhometour.com Agri-Country Bluegrass Festival & Classic Car Show Pinal Fairgrounds & Event Center Casa Grande 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM National, local and regional bluegrass bands, Classic Car Show, quilt show, food vendors, shopping, arts and crafts, RV camping and more. See website for event details. 520-723-7881 www.pinalfairgrounds.com
January 28th
Borderlands P.O.W.W.O.W. Event Coolidge Artisan Village 8:00 AM Borderlands rescued produce program will be available for $15 cash donation for up to 70 pounds of produce. No bills over $20 will be accepted. This is a community driven event, please share the information with your friends and neighbors. Produce supplied by Produce on Wheels Without Waste. 520.287.2627 www.facebook.com/ events/1645074085907314 Florence Farmers Market McFarland State Historic Park Florence 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM The market is held on the porch at McFarland State Park in Historic Florence on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month. Produce from local farmers, farm fresh eggs, meat, cheese, bread, sweets, coffee & tea, seasonings, and many other locally made artisan products. 520.868.9433 www.florenceazchamber.com
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January 28th
Fly-In Breakfast Casa Grande Municipal Airport 7:00 AM The community is invited to enjoy breakfast with pilots and a great view of aircraft at the Casa Grande Municipal Airport. Breakfast hosted by Pinal Lodge #30 begins at 7:00 AM. $10 per plate for a full breakfast. Enjoy the exhibits on display at the airport from the Casa Grande Art Association and The Museum of Casa Grande. Held on the last Saturday of each month. 520.426.3616 www.casagrandeaz.gov/calendar Gold Canyon Arts Festival Gold Canyon United Methodist Church 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM The Gold Canyon Arts Festival is a much-anticipated community celebration produced each year by the all-volunteer Gold Canyon Arts Council. It is a one-day event featuring a juried art show, musical groups performing throughout the day and a variety of food vendors. Free admission and parking at 6640 S. King’s Ranch Rd. 480-493-6731 www.goldcanyonarts.org
February 1st
February Art Classes & Workshops Casita Workshop Casa Grande Located in Casa Grande. Check the website for February class details and availability. Book your spot early as there are limited spaces available. They also have a Fiber & Fabric Club that meets once a month. Classes include ceramics, weaving, glass, fiber arts, watercolor, and more! www.casitaworkshop.com
February 3rd
ABA Bluegrass Roundup Charles Whitlow Rodeo Arena Florence The Arizona bluegrass event of the year! Presented by the Arizona Bluegrass Association. Workshops, band scrambles, camping, beer garden, vendors, balloon glow, and the best southwestern bluegrass bands. www.florencebluegrass.com
February 3rd
Live Music at A Latte Vino A Latte Vino Casa Grande A Latte Vino in Casa Grande has live music, DJs, and other fun events! Check their website and Facebook page for event info and schedule. 520.788.6677 www.alattevino.com/music-events Live Music at the River Bottom Bar & Gril Florence The River Bottom Bar & Grill has live music all month long! See their new website for the February live music lineup. Located at 2501 North Highway 79 in Florence. 520.868.3131 www.riverbottombar.com/eventcalendar Wuertz Farm Gourd Festival Pinal Fairgrounds & Event Center Casa Grande 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Annual festival Feb. 3-4-5 includes over 100 gourd vendors, tools and supplies, gourd art classes, AZ Gourd Society judged competition, entertainment, food trucks, “Kindergourden”, and much more! See website for details. Admission $12 - kids free. Rain or shine - many activities indoors. 520.424.7337 www.wuertzfarm.com First Saturday at the Museum Pinal County Historical Museum Florence 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Family Day at the PCHM! We waive all admission fees and offer rotating kids' activities! 520.868.4382 secure.qgiv.com/for/pchm/ event/856877
February 4th
35th Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival Festival Grounds Gold Canyon 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM The Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace is a medieval amusement park with a 50-acre village, 16 stages, an arts and crafts fair, a jousting tournament, people powered games and rides, costumed characters, and a medieval feast. Open on weekends only from Feb. 4 thru April 2. Tickets available online or at the gate. 520.463.2600 www.arizona.renfestinfo.com Coolidge Airport Fly-In & Breakfast Coolidge Municipal Airport 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM The City of Coolidge sponsors a Fly-In on the first Saturday of every month from October to April. Breakfast is served by the Coolidge Lions Club in front of the main hangar. Pilots can call Airport Manager James Myers with any questions. 520-723-6075 www.coolidgeaz.com/flyin Fred Cap Band at the Pita Patio Grill Pita Patio Grill Coolidge 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM See the Pita Patio Grill Facebook page for more upcoming music events. Located at 235 W. Coolidge Ave. See their Facebook page for the live music schedule. 520.635.5576 www.facebook.com/coolidgerocks
February 4th
Historic Florence Walking Tours Pinal County Historical Museum Florence 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Held on the first Saturday (Nov.-Mar.) at 10:00 AM. Gain a greater appreciation for Florence’s architecture and the people who impacted Florence’s history on these guided tours. All tours are limited to 12 participants. Advance registration is required. Tickets: secure. qgiv.com/for/pchm/event/857032 520.868.4382 www.pinalcountyhistoricalmuseum.org February 8th
Karaoke with James G. Gallopin’ Goose Coolidge 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM The Gallopin’ Goose has karaoke every Wednesday with host James G. Check their Facebook page for the weekend DJ schedule. Located at 1980 S. Arizona Blvd. in Coolidge. 520.723.0300 www.facebook.com/gallopingoose February 9th
Food Box Distribution Day for Seniors Hope International Food Pantry Coolidge 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM Senior food box distribution takes place on the second Thursday of each month. Located at 1280 North Arizona Blvd in Coolidge. For seniors only, age 60 and up. Please bring your ID. Volunteers are welcome. Check website for general food distribution days in February. 520.233.6699 www.hopeinternationalfoodpantry.org February 10th
Canyon Sounds Performance Series: Black Market Trust Gold Canyon United Methodist Church 7:00 PM 2022-2023 Canyon Sounds series. See website for tickets to this concert and information on all concerts in the series. Concerts are held at the Gold Canyon United Methodist Church. 480-493-6731 www.goldcanyonarts.org
February 10th
"A Night of Stars" CAC Foundation Fundraiser The Windmill Winery Florence 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Central Arizona College Foundation event celebrating community spirit and support of alumni and friends. Includes silent auction, dinner, raffles, mystery bags, live music provided by The Brown Brothers, guest speakers, and more! Funds from this event supports scholarships and programs. $60 per person - business casual attire. Will be held at The Lake House at the Windmill Winery. RSVP by Jan. 30th. 520.494.5215 centralaz.edu/community/ foundation/a-night-of-stars February 11th
Arizona Classic Jackpot & Farm Show Pinal Fairgrounds & Event Center Casa Grande 9:00 AM Southern Arizona’s largest international livestock show, held at the Pinal Fairgrounds. 520-723-7881 www.pinalfairgrounds.com Improv Comedy Invitational Central Arizona College Pence Center Coolidge 7:00 PM This night of improv comedy featuring several troupes is fun for for the whole family. Tickets available online. 520.477.7469 www.eventsatcac.com Motown Valentine’s Day Tributes Paramount Theatre Downtown Casa Grande 5:00 PM Starring Eric Harris performing a Stevie Wonder tribute and special guest Grant Sing with a Smokey Robinson tribute. See website for tickets. $25 general admission - $28 at the door. $30 VIP reserved seating available. www.tripleRRRproduction.com
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February 11th
37th Annual Historic Home Tour Historic Downtown Main Street Florence 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Come Celebrate the Town’s rich history. Unique homes and buildings are featured on this historic home tour. The route is planned for those to enjoy a leisurely stroll through Main Street or catch a trolley to some of the outlying buildings. See the website for ticket information. www.florenceaz.gov/hometour
Open Mic Night - Casa Grande BlackBox Foundation Theatre Casa Grande 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Monthly all-ages open mic event is open to all creative artists, including singers/songwriters, spoken word, poetry, dance, and comedy. Doors open for sign-up at 5:30 PM. Open mic starts at 6:00 PM, with max. 10 minutes for each performer. Mics and sound system provided. $5-$10 suggested donation. Presented by the Yoga Recovery & Healing Arts Project and the BlackBox Foundation. 520.532.2337 www.yogahealingartsproject.org
February 15th
CGAA Art Show at the Airport Casa Grande Municipal Airport 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM The Casa Grande Art Association's “Surrender” group art show will be on display in the lobby of the Casa Grande Municipal Airport from Feb. 15 through Apr. 10 daily. Free event with art available for purchase. The CGAA will be providing art shows year-round at the airport. www.casagrandeartassociation.org
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February 16th
Live Music at San Tan Flat: Neil Bunker Acoustic San Tan Flat - Queen Creek 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM San Tan Flat has live music every week. Located at 6185 W. Hunt Highway in Queen Creek. Visit the events calendar page on their website for the February music lineup. 480.882.2995 www.santanflat.com Live Music at the Windmill Winery: Awake at Midnight Windmill Winery Florence 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Live music night in the Wine Tasting Room! Music and food service begin at 5:00. There’s music every Thu./Sat./ Sun. in Feb. Visit the Windmill Winery website for the schedule. Located at 1140 W. Butte Ave. in Florence. 520.858.6050 www.thewindmillwinery.com February 17th
Central Arizona Raceway Motorsports Event Central Arizona Raceway Casa Grande 5:00 PM Racing on Fri. 2/17 and Sat. 2/18. See Facebook page for racing lineup and visitor info. Located at 512 S. Eleven Mile Corner in Casa Grande. 602.292.7607 www.facebook.com/ CentralArizonaRaceway Florence 3rd Fridays on Historic Main Street McFarland State Historic Park Florence 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Held on the 3rd Friday of each month from October through April. Enjoy the live music, shopping, food and fun on Historic Main Street in Florence! 520.868.9433 www.florenceazchamber.com
February 18th
Elegance of London presents “A Tea Party” Paramount Theatre Casa Grande 2:00 PM Hosted by Mildred Robinson. See website for event details and tickets. The Paramount Theatre is located in historic downtown Casa Grande. www.tripleRRRproduction.com Main Street Market Historic Downtown Casa Grande 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM The market is held in Historic Downtown Casa Grande. Drop by the Main Street Alley for a small market consisting of vendors, crafting classes, and entertainment. If you’re a vendor and would like to take part in the market, contact Holly at Casa Grande Mainstreet. 520.836.8744 www.cgmainstreet.org February 21st
Live Music & Karaoke Tumbleweed Inn Eloy 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM The Tumbleweed Inn has karaoke on Tuesdays from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, , and live music throughout the month. See their Facebook page for the current live music schedule. Located at 3802 W. Frontier St. in Eloy. Dinner reservations are recommended. 520.466.9972 facebook.com/tumbleweedinnaz February 22nd
Utah Shakespeare presents Othello Central Arizona College Pence Center Coolidge 7:00 PM The Utah Shakespeare touring troupe presents a 75-Minute version of Othello. Tickets are $10 and available online. 520.477.7469 www.eventsatcac.com
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February 24th
80’s Daze - Concert Central Arizona College Pence Center Coolidge 7:00 PM Get out your leg warmers and dust off your Rubik’s cube — the 80’s are back! Tickets are $23 to $30 and available online. 520.477.7469 www.eventsatcac.com February 25th
18th Annual Seeds of Change Gala Harrah’s Ak-Chin Resort & Casino Maricopa 6:00 PM The theme this year is “A Masquerade Ball”. It’s a fundraiser by Against Abuse, Inc., a nonprofit organization that has provided social and behavioral health services in Pinal County since 1981. Event will benefit the AAI Women and Children’s Shelter, and La Casa de Paz Maricopa. Event includes live music, DJ, dinner, dancing, silent auction, cocktails, and more! www.seedsofchangegala.org Fly-In Breakfast Casa Grande Municipal Airport 7:00 AM The community is invited to enjoy breakfast with pilots and a great view of aircraft at the Casa Grande Municipal Airport. Breakfast hosted by Pinal Lodge #30 begins at 7:00 AM. $10 per plate for a full breakfast. Enjoy the exhibits on display at the airport from the Casa Grande Art Association and The Museum of Casa Grande. Held on the last Saturday of each month. 520.426.3616 www.casagrandeaz.gov/calendar Catch a Wave - Beach Boys Tribute Central Arizona College Pence Center Coolidge 3:00 PM Fun, Sun and Surf sets the backdrop for this recreation of the 1960’s Beach Boys with Catch A Wave with vocal harmony beyond belief! Tickets are $28 and available online. 520.477.7469 www.eventsatcac.com
March 1st
March Art Classes & Workshops Casita Workshop Casa Grande Located in Casa Grande. Check the website for March class details and availability. Book your spot early as there are limited spaces available. They also have a Fiber & Fabric Club that meets once a month. Classes include ceramics, weaving, glass, fiber arts, watercolor, and more! www.casitaworkshop.com March 3rd
CAC After Dark Central Arizona College Pence Center Coolidge 7:00 PM Join CAC Faculty, Staff, Students, and maybe even a few community members in this wild cabaret style event where (almost) anything goes! Tickets are $10 and available online. 520.477.7469 www.eventsatcac.com Central Arizona Raceway Motorsports Event Central Arizona Raceway Casa Grande 6:00 PM Fri. March 3 and Sat. March 4. See Facebook page for racing lineup and visitor info. Located at 512 S. Eleven Mile Corner in Casa Grande. 602.292.7607
www.facebook.com/CentralArizonaRaceway
March 3-5
41st Annual Coolidge Cotton Days San Carlos Park Coolidge Festival events include a carnival, Saturday parade, bale rolling, 5K fun run, cornhole tournament, arts & crafts, live entertainment, food booths, vendors and more. Takes place in San Carlos Park. Free admission. 520.723.3009 www.coolidgechamber.org
March 4th
65th Annual Cactus Fly-In and Hot Rod Show Casa Grande Municipal Airport 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Takes place at the Casa Grande Municipal Airport. Entry by suggested donation of $10 per person or $20 per car load, collected at the gate. Includes the Hot Rod Show. See website for event details. 480.403.1190 www.cactusflyin.org
March 3rd
Live Music at the River Bottom Bar & Gril River Bottom Bar & Grill Florence The River Bottom Bar & Grill has live music all month long! See their new website for the March live music lineup. Located at 2501 North Highway 79 in Florence. 520.868.3131 www.riverbottombar.com/eventcalendar Paramount Theatre Spring Festival presents “A Night With Bob Villa” Paramount Theatre Casa Grande 3:00 PM One-man acoustic showcase with Bob Villa. Tickets $20 online or $25 at the door. The Paramount Theatre is located in historic downtown Casa Grande. 708.657.7485 www.tripleRRRproduction.com March 4th
Coolidge Airport Fly-In & Breakfast Coolidge Municipal Airport 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM The City of Coolidge sponsors a Fly-In on the first Saturday of every month from October to April. Breakfast is served by the Coolidge Lions Club in front of the main hangar. Pilots can call Airport Manager James Myers with any questions. 520-723-6075 www.coolidgeaz.com/flyin
March 4th
Main Street Market Historic Downtown Casa Grande 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM The market is held in Historic Downtown Casa Grande. Drop by the Main Street Alley for a small market consisting of vendors, crafting classes, and entertainment. If you’re a vendor and would like to take part in the market, contact Holly at Casa Grande Mainstreet. 520.836.8744 www.cgmainstreet.org Casa Grande Art Association Studio Tour (March 4-5) Casa Grande 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Takes place on Sat/Sun, March 4/5. This popular, free event invites the public to art studios and homes of working artists throughout the city of Casa Grande. Each studio location includes a market place with additional regional artists showing and selling their work. Maps can be found at each studio. See website and Facebook page for updates. www. facebook.com/theCGAA. www.casagrandeartassociation.org Historic Florence Walking Tours Pinal County Historical Museum Florence 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Held on the first Saturday (Nov.-Mar.) at 10:00 AM. Gain a greater appreciation for Florence’s architecture and the people who impacted Florence’s history on these guided tours. All tours are limited to 12 participants. Advance registration is required. Tickets: secure. qgiv.com/for/pchm/event/857032 520.868.4382 www.pinalcountyhistoricalmuseum.org
Now! EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR
March 4th
Speaker Series: Nancy Elliott Central Arizona College Pence Center Coolidge 1:00 PM Free event. Nancy Elliott talks about her story and shows how we all can tell our own stories. Registration available online. 520.477.7469 www.eventsatcac.com “High Dusk!” - Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre Radisson Hotel - Casa Grande 7:00 PM Can you figure out whodunit? There will be two performances of this original murder mystery play at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM on Sat., March 4. Tickets are $35 and include dinner and show. For tickets call 520.450-3472. Western theme costumes are encouraged and there will be a Best Dressed contest and grand prizes! 520.450.3472 www.facebook.com/whodunitCG March 7th
CAC Rocktacular Midterm Spring 2023 Central Arizona College Pence Center Coolidge 12:00 PM This modern rock concert showcases the skills of the Entertainment Industry Technology program students at Central Arizona College. Free event and registration is avaialble online. 520.477.7469 www.eventsatcac.com March 8th
CAC Spring Orchestra Concert Central Arizona College Pence Center Coolidge 7:00 PM The Central AZ Symphony will perform a spring-themed concert in our intimate Black Box Theatre space behind the Pence Auditorium. 520.477.7469 www.eventsatcac.com
Check out our online events calendar at www.pinalnow.com for more events.
March 8th
Karaoke with James G. Gallopin’ Goose Coolidge 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM The Gallopin’ Goose has karaoke every Wednesday with host James G. Check their Facebook page for the weekend DJ schedule. Located at 1980 S. Arizona Blvd. in Coolidge. 520.723.0300 www.facebook.com/gallopingoose March 9th
Food Box Distribution Day for Seniors Hope International Food Pantry Coolidge 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM Senior food box distribution takes place on the second Thursday of each month. Located at 1280 North Arizona Blvd in Coolidge. For seniors only, age 60 and up. Please bring your ID. Volunteers are welcome. Check website for general food distribution days in March. 520.233.6699 www.hopeinternationalfoodpantry.org Live Music at the Windmill Winery: The Highway Outlaws Windmill Winery Florence 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Live music night in the Wine Tasting Room! Music and food service begin at 5:00. There’s music every Thu./ Sat./Sun. in March. Visit the Windmill Winery website for the March schedule. Located at 1140 W. Butte Ave. in Florence. 520.858.6050 www.thewindmillwinery.com March 10th
Apache Leap Mining Festival & Carnival (March 10-12) Town of Superior Superior Takes place March 10-12 in Superior. Includes the famous mining competition, parade, carnival, live entertainment, vendors, and more. See website for schedule of activities. 520.689.0200 www.apacheleapminingfestival.com
March 10th
Central Arizona Raceway Motorsports Event Central Arizona Raceway Casa Grande 6:00 PM Fri. March 10 and Sat. March 11. See Facebook page for racing lineup and visitor info. Located at 512 S. Eleven Mile Corner in Casa Grande. 602.292.7607
www.facebook.com/CentralArizonaRaceway
March 11th
Gary Allan - Ruthless Tour Harrah’s Ak-Chin Hotel and Casino Maricopa 8:00 PM Tickets available through Ticketmaster. Venue is located at 15406 N. Maricopa Rd. www.caesars.com/harrahs-ak-chin/ shows/calendar Main Street Market Historic Downtown Casa Grande Casa Grande 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM The market is held in Historic Downtown Casa Grande. Drop by the Main Street Alley for a small market consisting of vendors, crafting classes, and entertainment. If you’re a vendor and would like to take part in the market, contact Holly at Casa Grande Mainstreet. 520.836.8744 www.cgmainstreet.org Pinal Geology & Mineral Museum Annual Show Pinal Geology & Mineral Museum Coolidge 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Pinal Geology Museum’s annual show. See website for details. 520.723.3009 www.pinalgeologymuseum.org Robson Ranch Spring Arts & Craft Sale Robson Ranch - Hermosa Rallroom Eloy 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Robson Ranch Spring Arts & Craft Sale will feature more than 35 artisans and crafters. Artisans and crafters will be selling beautifully crafted handmade items. There will be something for everyone, everything from holiday gifts to household items. 541-671-0634
March 15th
Live Music at San Tan Flat: Rod Kent San Tan Flat - Queen Creek Queen Creek 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM San Tan Flat has live music every week. Located at 6185 W. Hunt Highway in Queen Creek. Visit the events calendar page on their website for the March music lineup. 480.882.2995 www.santanflat.com March 16th
Jim Westover Elvis Tribute - St. Patrick’s Day Concert Paramount Theatre Casa Grande 3:00 PM Tickets $25 general admission. VIP and VIP balcony tickets available. The Paramount Theatre is located in historic downtown Casa Grande. 708.657.7485 www.tripleRRRproduction.com March 17th
Florence 3rd Fridays on Historic Main Street McFarland State Historic Park Florence 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Held on the 3rd Friday of each month from October through April. Enjoy the live music, shopping, food and fun on Historic Main Street in Florence!520.868.9433 www.florenceazchamber.com
March 25th
Pinal County Fair Pinal Fairgrounds & Event Center Casa Grande 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM The Pinal County Fair takes place March 15-19 at the Pinal Fairgrounds & Event Center. Admission is $10 for Adults (13 or older), $5 for Kids 6-12, and free for ages 5 and under. See website for fair events and activities. 512 South Eleven Mile Corner Rd. in Casa Grande. 520-723-7881 www.pinalfairgrounds.com
March 25th
Dancing For Our Stars 2023: Fundraiser for Boys & Girls Clubs Harrah’s Ak-Chin Events Center Maricopa 5:00 PM Tickets are available online for this signature fundraising event for Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sun Corridor. Community members are teamed with a professional dancer. Red carpet reception at 5:00 PM and the performance begins at 7:00 PM. You can also show your support by making a donation and voting for your favorite dance teams on the Boys & Girls Clubs website. 520-876-5437 www.dancingforourstars.net
April 13-16
Country Thunder Arizona Canyon Moon Ranch Florence Country Thunder Arizona is an annual four-day music festival held in Florence, featuring some some of the top names in country music. Single day and full festival passes are available. See website for the Thursday music lineup. 1.866.388.0007 www.countrythunder.com/az
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Kelly Herrington: I think right around there, I'm not sure. Just the fact that in an organization that big, someone recognized me and nominated me and then to be voted Realtor of the Year, it's an incredible honor.
GRANDE LIVING: What does that say about the culture within the Coldwell Banker ROX Realty office to have so many agents recognized by other individuals?
Kelly Herrington: It shows we're out there, doing things together. We all have each other's backs. We don't compete against each other, we root each other on. I think it shows that other people see it too, that we just want to make a positive impact on society. People recognize it, which is kind of cool.
GRANDE LIVING: There is another competition that you are involved in at the moment. I haven't seen the results yet, and that was the
Christmas light tour here in Casa
Grande with decorating your house. How did that tradition start, doing the duct tape mural? Kelly Herrington: It started when we lived in the Winterhaven residential area of Tucson. It's one of the Christmas capitals of Arizona, people come from all over. I didn't really know anything about it. I had moved in with Matt and he's shared, "I live in Winterhaven and it's a big Christmas thing." Our first year, he borrowed a plastic Clydesdale from work, wrapped some lights around it and put it in the yard.
GRANDE LIVING: That sounds kind of lame.
Kelly Herrington: Really lame, but everybody loved the Clydesdale. Then the next year, we thought we should probably up our game a little bit. Little by little, it just started growing. We talked about moving. Our house was small two bedroom, one bath, little tiny place with a carport that was built in the '50s. We ended up adding on and built a garage. Not many houses in Winterhaven have garages, they have carports. I was like, you know what?
They have all these decorating categories in Winterhaven, so you can win bragging right awards. You don't win actual money, you just win bragging rights. One of the categories was Best Door. I announced I'm going to go for Best Door, and it's not our front door. It's going to be our garage door. It's different and something no one else would do. The very first year I wrapped it like a present. It bought one of those plastic picnic tablecloths that had Christmasy decorations. It looked like wrapping paper, but it was more durable. Put those on the panels, put a big bow on it, called it done. No one really got it.
GRANDE LIVING: You did not win an award for that one.
Kelly Herrington: No. I didn't win an award on that. The next year, I'm like, everyone's doing themes, so let's do a theme. We did Nightmare Before Christmas. I thought it was really cool. I loved the movie. I loved Jack Skeleton and thought it was fun. It was Christmas Town, Halloween Town. I decided to make a mural. I wanted to paint something. but I'm not a very good painter. I needed something waterproof, and one day the idea dawned on me. Duct tape is waterproof. There's a million colors of duct tape, so I'll make a mural out of duct tape and so I did. It was a crazy hairbrained idea. Matt is always supportive. He kind of stepped back.
GRANDE LIVING: Smart man.
Kelly Herrington: Yeah, I'd yell at his technique, and it's better if he just lets me do it, so he does. The first year, it was the Nightmare Before Christmas, had the giant moon, had the Jack on the moon, and then half of it was Christmas Town, half was Halloween Town, and then we decorated our yard. It was the first year we went all out and people liked it. But they didn't really get it.
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GRANDE LIVING: Still no award.
Kelly Herrington: Still no award. They didn't get it. This is Christmas. Why do you have Halloween stuff up? They didn't get it. The next year, I'm like, OK, fine, we'll do Elf. Elf is very festive, very Christmas-y, so we did Elf, and I finally won an award. We didn't get Best Door. After all this, we never won Best Door. We got one of the bigger awards for our yard, but still never best door. We got the President's award, so that was actually kind of cool.
Our first house in Casa Grande had a standard garage door. My Elf thing wasn't going to fit on a standard garage door, so I was forced to make a new one. It kind of evolved and now we're pretty much expected to have a different theme every year. It would be so much easier if I could just grow upon one theme, but it's also exciting because people ask, what theme are you going to do? I feel like I'm running out of themes, so if anyone has any ideas please share. I'll gladly take new theme ideas.
GRANDE LIVING: Kelly needs to set up a GoFundMe for duct tape.
Kelly Herrington: It's true! Not so fun fact, Michael's doesn't sell duct tape anymore. Walmart still carries it but limited colors and I've had to resort to Amazon. Sorry, dad, I know. I try to shop local. That's how it's morphed into what it is today. I'm this crazy girl who makes murals out of duct tape.
I usually start in October so we can have it up at the end of November. This year, I was a little bit late. It ultimately consumes my evenings. After dinner, I'll go lay it out. This year, I was lucky I could do it in the garage, so I could work on it as late as I wanted. Sometimes if I have it outside, I have to abide by the sunlight. Weekends and nights are consumed by working on it. It is a family project. Everyone comes to help. GRANDE LIVING: Any ideas what you are looking for in your future?
Obviously, real estate will be your focus, but any ideas on other aspirations or organizations or wish list? I really wanted to do fill in the blank but haven't yet.
Kelly Herrington: I'm always up for trying to come up with some fun new trips. We're kind of boring. One big aspiration is a house in Pinetop. That is a dream of mine. Our normal trips consist of driving to California to visit the beach or going up to Pinetop. You kind of get to that point when you realize life is short and you don't really want to spend it worrying about a lot of the day-to-day stuff. Quality time with family becomes increasingly important. I try not to worry about the little stuff. It's hard not to, but I tell my kids and my family, "Don't let little problems consume you." There are bigger problems in the world and we are very fortunate for what we have, and I try to remind myself about that daily.
The Herrington home Gingerbread House category 1st place winner 2022
