October 16, 2019 • Vol. 17, No. 47
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Enchanted Pumpkin Garden returns to downtown Carefree
Gourdy Gooligan and his Carefree Hooligans weave their special brand of Halloween magic during the Town of Carefree’s fifth annual Enchanted Pumpkin Garden, happening Oct. 18-27, 2019.
Photo by Tara Alatorre
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month PHOENIX – Maricopa County’s Board of Supervisors issued a proclamation on September 18, officially recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The county’s efforts create an opportunity for residents and Maricopa County’s more than 13,000 employees to learn about domestic violence prevention. “One out of four women, and one out of 10 men experience domestic violence," said Supervisor Steve Gallardo of District 5. "If you know someone who’s in a bad situation, we want to be able to
CAREFREE – Halloween once again invades the Town of Carefree in the form of whimsical pumpkin carvings from the world-renowned master sculptor Ray Villafane, and his team for a fifth incredible year. The Enchanted Pumpkin Garden, a one-of-a-kind fall festival celebrating the magic of the fall season, takes place October 18–27. The amazing artistry of Villafane Studios will be on display throughout the four-acre Carefree Desert Gardens in downtown Carefree. Admission to the Gardens will be $15 per person Friday through Sunday, and $10 Monday through Thursday. Children age two and under are free. Weekdays will feature the exceptionally talented Villafane
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AZGFD: Dozens of captive desert tortoises need forever homes
provide help and point them in the right direction." Just last year, there were at least 85 deaths as a result of domestic violence in Arizona. Approximately 60 percent of those happened in Maricopa County, according to the Arizona Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence. “It’s an important issue in our community. People need to be aware of it,” said Chairman Bill Gates, District 3. “We are excited to be partnering with the city of Phoenix, State of Arizona and community organizations to
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Studios carving team creating new and exciting pumpkin artworks. Also a variety of unique fall-themed edible creations and merchandise will be available, and special Halloween-themed performances happening throughout the gardens. Weekend entry includes full access to the gardens, a Harvest Market, live musical performances on two stages, novelty concessions and local food trucks. It also gives attendees access to the Haunted Happenings zone, which includes a haunted house attraction, giant slide, obstacle course, carnival games, petting zoo, pony rides and more.
PHOENIX — For some, a dog or cat will do just fine. But for others who are considering adopting something uniquely Arizona, say hello to your next family member: a captive Sonoran desert tortoise. “Many people don’t even consider opening up their homes to desert tortoises, but they make fantastic and personable pets,” said Tegan Wolf, Arizona Game and Fish Department Desert Tortoise Adoption Program coordinator. Captive tortoises grow up to about 14 inches long and Pictured: One of many Sonoran desert tortoises that need a home.
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COUNTY PARKS:
Foothills Food Bank seeks
Free art exhibit and concert by
BOGO camping promotion
sponsors for Adopt-a-Family
PMAZ in Black Canyon City
for Maricopa Parks
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OTHER : • Bluhm Column
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• Service Directory
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