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May 31st

Activities for Seniors

Dorothy Powell Senior Center

Casa Grande

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

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/247/ Senior-Citizen-Services

May 31st

Maricopa Community Theatre: “In the Heights”

Leading Edge Academy

Maricopa www.facebook.com/MaricopaCommunityTheatre

“In the Heights” will be presented at the Leading Edge Academy, 18700 N. Porter Rd. in Maricopa. Performances will be on May 31, June 1 and June 2 at 7:00 PM, as well as two performances on June 3 at 2:00 & 7:00 PM . See Facebook page for play description and ticket info.

June 1st

Pinal County Libraries - June Events

Pinal County Library District

Each library branch in the Pinal County Library District hosts a variety of events and activities. Find events at your local library by visiting the library district website and selecting your library branch. Then search by age group, event type, and date range. Upcoming events include storytime, book clubs, arts & crafts, music, language classes, chess clubs, STEM programs, and much more!

520.509.3555 https://pcld.libnet.info/events

June 2nd

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. The museum is located at 351 N. Arizona Blvd. in Coolidge. Summer hours: Open on Fridays from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM starting in June.

520.723.3009 www.pinalgeologymuseum.org

June 3rd

First Saturday at the Museum

Pinal County Historical Museum

Florence

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

June 3rd

Live Music at the Windmill Winery: The Billy Elton Band

Windmill Winery

Florence

5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Enjoy live music in the Wine Tasting Room. Tonight’s music is by a Billy Joel and Elton John tribute band. See website for the June schedule. Located at 1140 W. Butte Ave. in Florence.

520.858.6050 www.thewindmillwinery.com

Central Arizona Raceway

Motorsports Event

Central Arizona Raceway

Casa Grande

7:00 PM

See Facebook page for event updates. Located at 512 S. Eleven Mile Corner in Casa Grande. Pit gate opens at 2:00 PM. Admission gate opens at 4:00 PM. Racing starts at 7:00 PM. Admission: Adults $20, Senior/Military $18, Students $15 (age 12-17), free for kids 11 & under. Pit passes are $35. See website for event classes or to watch live.

602.292.7607 www.thecentralarizonaraceway.com

First Saturday special events are held monthly from Sept.-June. On First Saturdays, the museum waives admission fees to provide the community with an affordable, educational and family-friendly experience. There are rotating activities, including a scavenger hunt, a local geology activity, backyard bingo, desert animals and more! Summer hours at the museum during June and July are Wed. to Sat. 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The museum will be closed in August.

520.868.4382 www.pinalcountyhistoricalmuseum.org

June 6th

Monthly Meeting - DAV 36 (Disabled American Veterans)

DAV Chapter 36 Pinal County

Coolidge

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

DAV is a national nonprofit charity that provides a lifetime of support for veterans of all generations and their families, helping more than 1 million veterans in positive, life-changing ways each year nationally. Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary Unit 36 serves veterans in Pinal County. Located at 320 E. Central Ave. in Coolidge. A weekly Koffee Klatch is also held on Tuesdays from 7:00-10:00 AM.

520.494.3283 www.dav36.org

Karaoke Night & Live Music

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 June live music schedule. Located at 3802 W. Frontier St. in Eloy. Reservations are recommended - call ahead to reserve a seat.

520.466.9972 www.facebook.com/tumbleweedinnaz

June 7th

Pinal County Board of Supervisors Meeting

Pinal County Administrative Complex

Florence

9:30 AM

Regular Session - Broadcast live and the public may access the meeting on the BOS Videos page on the Pinal County website. Board agendas are available at pinal.novusagenda.com/ agendapublic. Meetings are held in the 1891 Historic Courthouse, 135 North Pinal St. in Florence. Anyone wishing to address the board may do so during the Call to Public at 9:30 AM during regular session board meetings.

520.866.6068 www.pinal.gov/calendar

June 7th

Oracle Farmers Market

Sue & Jerry’s Trading Post

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM www.facebook.com/OracleFarmers-Market-at-Sue-JerrysTrading-Post-1129825760382220

An amazing weekly event with food, music and vendors. Takes place every Wednesday from April 12 through October 25 at Sue & Jerry’s Trading Post in Oracle. Check Facebook page for weekly updates. Market hours change to 6:00-9:00 PM for June through October.

Events at the Lavender Farm

Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm

Oracle

Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm is located in Oracle and offers a variety of events and activities. Please check website for the schedule. There will be fresh wreath workshops offered in June.

520.444.4453 www.lifeundertheoakslavenderfarm. com

June 8th

Food Box Distribution Day for Seniors

Hope International Food Pantry Coolidge

8:00 AM - 10:00 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.

520.233.6699 www.hopeinternationalfoodpantry. org

June 8th

Live Music at San Tan Flat: Neil Bunker

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 June music lineup. Rod Kent plays every Wed. and Neil Bunker every Thu. Bands on Fri. and Sat. nights from 7:00-11:00 PM.

480.882.2995 www.santanflat.com

Newcomers and Neighbors of Casa Grande - Meet & Greet

Central Meeting Hall Newcomers and Neighbors Club of Casa Grande

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM www.cgnnc.com/calendar

The Newcomers and Neighbors Club of Casa Grande is a great place to meet new friends. Activity and interest groups meet regularly and all-club events are held several times throughout the year. Learn more at the monthly “Meet & Greet” orientation meeting, held on the second Thursday of most months. Meetings take place at 408 N. Sacaton St. See website for details.

June 8th

Events at Throwback Family Fun

Throwback Family Fun

Casa Grande

Activities include arcade games, axe throwing, live music, birthday parties and more! Can host private events. Check the Throwback Family Fun website and Facebook page for their latest events. Open Thursday-Sunday.

520.635.6411 www.throwbackfun.com/events

June 9th

Visit the Casa Grande Ruins Casa Grande Ruins National Monument

Coolidge

9:00 AM - 4:00 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 special events.

520.723.3172 www.nps.gov/cagr

Events at Ak-Chin Circle Entertainment Center

Ak-Chin Circle Entertainment Center Maricopa

The Entertainment Center offers movies, bowling, laser tag, an arcade, parties and special events. See the Ak-Chin Circle website and Facebook page for this month’s featured events.

520.568.3456 www.ak-chincircle.com

June 10th

Water Day - Presented by Pinal County Animal Care & Control

Pinal County Animal Care & Control

Casa Grande

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Located at 1150 S. Eleven Mile Corner Rd. PCACC Water Day will have a doggie photo contest, summer safety presentation for pets and kids, adoption fees waived for the first 10 adoptions of the day, doggie playground will have bubbles and will be suds-filled. You can register for Water Day events on the website

June 10th

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

Central Arizona Raceway

Motorsports Event

Central Arizona Raceway

Casa Grande

7:00 PM See Facebook page for event updates. Located at 512 S. Eleven Mile Corner in Casa Grande. Pit gate opens at 2:00 PM. Admission gate opens at 4:00 PM. Racing starts at 7:00 PM. Admission: Adults $20, Senior/Military $18, Students $15 (age 12-17), free for kids 11 & under. Pit passes are $35. See website for event classes or to watch live.

602.292.7607 www.thecentralarizonaraceway. com

Check out our online events calendar at www.pinalnow.com for more events.

June 12th

BTA Book Club

Boyce Thompson Arboretum

Superior

The BTA Book Club finds local authors/ books that are both captivating and educational to help facilitate rewarding discussions. Book Club meets in person from 9:00-10:30 AM on the second Monday of each month. Registration is free with admission or membership. Visit website for additional information.

520.689.2723 www.btarboretum.org

All-Levels Yoga Class with Tiffany Thrive Academy Yoga Recovery and Healing Arts Project

Casa Grande

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM www.yogahealingartsproject.org

Organized by Yoga Recovery & Healing Arts Project. Weekly yoga classes take place every Monday at Thrive Cultural Academy for Performing Arts in Casa Grande. See website for location details. $5 or $10 suggested donation per class. Bring a yoga mat.

June 13th

Eloy Lions Club Meeting

Eloys Lions Club House www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/eloy

7:00 PM The Eloy Lions Club meets at the Lions Club House, located at 107 E. 5th Street. Meetings are held on Tuesdays at 7:00 PM.

June Art Classes & Workshops

Casita Workshop

Casa Grande www.casitaworkshop.com continued on page 88

Located at 127 W. Wilson St. in Casa Grande. Check the website for June class details and availability. Book your spot early as there are limited spaces available. Classes include ceramics, weaving, glass, fiber arts, watercolor and more. Teen Art Experience workshops are now being offered.