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Contents
Central Arizona......................................................... 12-15
Cochise County...............................................................10
Colorado River Region................................................. 24-25
Events, Featured....................................................... 16-17
April Events................................................................4-5
May Events.................................................................5-7
June Events................................................................7-8
July Events......................................................................8
Globe Miami Area............................................................12
Grand Canyon................................................................21
Lodging........................................................................... 29
Mesa............................................................................... 15
Native American Culture.................................................. 28
New Mexico..................................................................... 27
Northern AZ............................................................... 18-23
Page/Lake Powell..........................................................21
Parker.............................................................................25 Main Office -Tucson
Pet Friendly Arizona.........................................................29
Phoenix Metro............................................................ 14-15 Publisher/Editor. . . . . . . Anthony Venuti
Prescott Area...................................................................20 Editor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Charlis McVey
Rim Country....................................................................13
RV Resorts & Campgrounds......................................... 30-31 Art Director. . . . . . . . . . . . Manny Stacey
Scottsdale.......................................................................14 Associate Editor. . . . . . . . Pam Marlowe
Southern Arizona.......................................................... 9-11 Regional Account
SW Region.................................................................. 26-27 Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . Byron Marlowe
Statewide Map........................................................... 16-17
Tucson.............................................................................11 Account
White Mountains........................................................ 22-23 Executive. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gregg Ziekert

Letter from the Publisher

Springtime in Arizona, wildflowers are bloom-
ing, county fairs abound, while Spring Training
and its flock of Snowbird fans are leaving.
So let’s get back to our roots - after all, the
roads can now be traveled more often, by fewer
folks, since our visitors are from the Greater
Southwest for the most part. In fact, 70% of
Arizona’s population resides in Greater Phoenix
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heat.”
Some of the most treasured natural experiences and destina-
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by our tourism officials. As we experience perhaps the finest two
months of weather one could wish for, and Summer warms us up
as it sends us indoors, we depend on the Treasures of Northern
Arizona, the White Mountains, and the Colorado River region to
bring us comfort unlike any other.
Metro areas like Phoenix/Tucson, etc., do make for what
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April-June 2010
“Indulge!” • v ; (in-dulj) “to allow
oneself unrestrained gratification”
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mmm, just reading the word indulge
makes me think “chocolate” - what
do you think of? Dinner at your favorite
restaurant, fun nights out, buying some-
thing you want even though you don’t
need it? It’s getting harder to indulge our-
selves in this economy ... but once a year
the Pima County Fair rolls round, offer-
ing hours of pleasure you CAN afford!
Come to the fair with family and friends
for hours of non-stop shows, concerts,
and activities all included in the price of
admission, unchanged at $7.00, $2.00 for
kids. Admission is even less on special
discount days (see box below).
Indulge your love of thrills! Rides and
games are discounted too. NEW this year
is a 3rd wristband night and $1.00 games
on select days. Give into your desires for
all that great fair food! NEW this year
is discounted food on April 20th during
happy hour from 4-6 pm. Sample one-dol-
lar menu items - how about a funnel cake
for only $1.00 - YUM!
$40 Concert Tickets? Not at the Fair!
Indulge your passion for music! A choice
of SIX concerts will rock your world but
not your wallet. FREE with admission,
there are performances Friday, Saturday
and Sunday evenings both weekends.
Kicking off on April 16 is singer, song-
writer, dancer and actor Jason Derulo. His
smash debut single “Whatcha Say” went
double platinum and hit No. 1 on three of
The Billboard’s charts: Hot 100, Rhythmic
and Pop. His style blends pop, rock, elec-
tronic and R&B elements - check it out!
Hard rock and heavy metal fans won’t
want to miss Ted Nugent on April 17.
With more than 34 albums released and
April 15 – FREE ADMISSION TODAY from 12 - 3 pm
with two cans of food. Citadel Broadcasting presents Dr. Pepper
Wristband Day!
April 16 – KRQ and KOHT present Jason Derulo in concert
at 8 pm on the Budweiser Main Stage.
April 17 – 96.1 KLPX presents Ted Nugent in concert at
8 pm on the Budweiser Main Stage. Model A/Model T Car
Show 10 am - 3 pm, tractor pulls, NEW Figure 8 Racing event April 21 – NEW! FREE ADMISSION TODAY FROM 12-3
at 4 pm.
April 18 – MEGA 106.3 presents the Legends of Motown the
Commodores in concert at 7:30 pm on the Budweiser Main April 22 – Clear Channel Communications presents Dr. Pepper
Stage. Low Rider Car Show 10 am - 3 pm, more tractor pulls. Wristband Day!
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30 million records sold, Nugent’s raucous, has the audience coming back for more
intense live music still captivates audi- and Tyzen Master of Laughter, whose high
ences today. Some of his best known songs energy show combining comedy, magic and
include “Free For All,” “Dog Eat Dog,” “Cat hypnosis will have you rolling in the aisle.
Scratch Fever,” “Motor City Madhouse,”
and “Great White Buffalo.”
Following on April 18 are The Commo-
dores, one of the most successful groups
on the Motown label with numerous hits
including “Brick House”, “Three Times A
Lady” and “Nightshift”, which won them
their first Grammy. The composition of Did you see the blockbuster film “Evan
the group has changed over the years, but Almighty”? Come see the baboons that
the hits have continued. Fans won’t want to have starred in numerous motion pictures
miss this performance! in “Wild about Monkeys,” the only travel-
Atreyu starts the second weekend with ing animal exhibition that features trained More NEW for You!
their hard-hitting concert on April 23. baboons. Learn, laugh - and love this show!
These dynamic songwriters’ fourth album Another innovation to make your fair
For some wonderful fun, check out Nancy
“Lead Sails Paper Anchor” reached #1 on experience the best it can be: Moms with
Kobert’s Amazing World Of Birds Show.
three of The Billboard’s album charts: Top babies will be delighted to learn that there
Colorful parrots talk, sing and fly free to
Rock, Top Hard Rock, and Top Alternative is a Mother’s Convenience Area and baby
land on eager volunteers, Australia’s laugh-
Albums. Their fifth and latest album “Con- changing station.
ing kookaburra rocks the house with its cry,
gregation of the Damned” is as subversive, All you “texters” out there, try the Text
while a rare Egyptian sacred ibis swoops and
heavy and unrelenting as ever. Messaging contests to win unlimited ride
dives through the crowd.
For a change of pace on April 24, country wristbands! Bloggers, we need your input!
music artist Jake Owen takes to the stage. Head to pimacountyfair.blogspot.com and
This Grammy-Award nominee has cel- share your opinions and ideas.
ebrated five consecutive hit singles includ-
ing the Top 10 “Startin’ With Me” and the Don’t Forget the Tried and True
#2 “Don’t Think I Can’t Love You.” His The backbone of every county fair are
current single “Eight Second Ride” is inside family and friends, the gardening, livestock
the top 15 on the Country radio charts. and homemaking exhibits and contests, 4-H,
The final concert on April 25 features the carnival rides and midway games, and
La Banda el Recodo with its classic lineup all the many vendors that bring back count-
of clarinets, trumpets, trombones, bass less memories every year.
drum, and snare drum. Over the past four Back by popular demand are more old
decades, the group has performed a mix- favorites: the elephant rides, pony rides, the
ture of Latin dance tunes, jazz swing, and Bureau of Land Management Wild Horse
classical music and recorded more than 178 and Burro Adoption, the Sea Lion Splash,
records. Demolition Derby, Freak Show and more.
Take a break from the workaday world
Sharks, Baboons and Birds, Oh My! There’s much more ... it’s awesome! and indulge yourself... with all the pleasures
Dazzled by Fire, Illusion at the Pima County Fair!
Indulge your fancy for things wild and
strange with the many NEW animal acts Indulge your fascination with fire as
coming to the fair this year. All are FREE you watch the Elemental Artistry Fire
with admission. Performance Troupe. Since 2004 they have PIMA COUNTY
For starters, the Live Shark Show is the carefully blended dance, theater and fire ma-
ONLY traveling shark show in the US! nipulation to produce shows with top quality FAIRGROUNDS
Watch a diver enter a 7000-gallon saltwa- education and cutting edge fire- and belly- Houghton Rd. South of I/10
ter tank and interact with various species dance performance. You’ll have a chance to Exit #275 (one mile)
including a nurse shark, lemon shark, brown enjoy these spectacular and exciting shows 3
shark, and sand-tiger shark. Each season the times each day. Gate Hours
sharks are released back into the ocean, their Looking for laughter? Try Hypno Joe’s Weekdays: Noon
permanent home. amazing and hilarious hypnosis show that Weekends: 10 am
Tucson Weekly Carnival
Pima County Fair Highlights Hours
April 19 – DISCOUNT DAY! Good News Communications and April 23 – KFMA presents Atreyu in concert at 8 pm on the Mon. - Fri.: 3 pm
KLOVE present Family Discount Day! $2.00 parking, $2.00 Budweiser Main Stage. Military Appreciation Day - $2.00
Sat.
& Sun.:
admission! It’s also the KCEE Senior Celebration with fun admission with ID. 11am
activities at the Stella Artois Cantina from 12-2 pm.
April 24 – KIIM FM presents Jake Owen in concert at 8 pm Admission
April 20 – DISCOUNT DAY! Journal Broadcast Group presents on the Budweiser Main Stage! Demolition Derby at 4 pm. Adults: $7.00
$1.00 rides on the Tucson Weekly Carnival starting at 3 pm! Large stock auction.
Discounted fair food 4-6 pm. Children 6 - 10: $2.00
April 25 – 102.1 La Caliente presents Banda el Recodo de 5 & under: FREE
Don Cruz Lizarraga at 7:30 pm on the Budweiser Main Stage!
PM WITH ANY WENDY’S RESTAURANT RECEIPT. Arizona Final tractor pulls. Small stock auction. Parking: $5.00
Lotus presents Dr. Pepper Wristband Day!
Information Line: 520-762-FAIR
www.PimaCountyFair.com
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Cochise County Fair Assoc.
Horse Races
APR 10 & 11 DOUGLAS
And... they’re off! Live
Quarterhorse and Thor-
oughbred racing takes
place at the Cochise
County Fairgrounds
in Douglas, Arizona
on April 10 & 11. Gates
open at noon.
For the admission of only $3.00 you’ll
have all the fun of on track pari-mutuel
wagering, food and drink booths, and live
entertainment daily. There will be spe-
cial races every day, with the El Moro de
Cumpas Stakes Trials and the Santa Cruz
Derby Trials. Turn losing tickets into win-
ners in the daily drawing for $50.00!
Racing Programs are available in advance
and on race days for $2.00. Location: 3677
N. Leslie Canyon Rd. Don’t miss the action!
520-364-3819
3rd Annual ARTbeat
APR 17 YUMA
The Yuma
Art Center
will host the
3rd Annual
ARTbeat.
This award-winning, juried, outdoor fine
art exhibit on Main Street in Historic
Downtown features 50-plus local, regional,
and international artists, several whose art
is well known statewide and also nationally.
ARTbeat-3 is FREE to the public and
draws attention to the large number and
variety of artists who actively practice their
craft in the Yuma area. ARTbeat artists ex-
hibit works in painting, ceramics, photogra-
phy, sculpture, drawing, jewelry, and glass,
among others. Enjoy the opportunity to talk
to the artists about their work and purchase
directly.
Inside the Yuma Art Center Galler-
ies you’ll find entertainment by several
performing art groups and additional fine
art exhibits. Refreshment will be sold both
inside and outside at the event. Hours are 9
am to 3 pm.
928-373-5202
32ND Annual Blessing of
Sonoita Vineyards
APR 24 ELGIN
On Saturday,
April 24 from
10am-4pm,
Sonoita Vine-
yards presents its annual Blessing of Sonoita
Vineyards ceremony and festival (Blessing
ceremony at 12 noon). Admission is $15 at
the door - no reservations are required.
Admission includes wine tasting and
souvenir glass, 4 tickets for special food and
wine pairing, winery tours, live music and
dancing. Lunch may be purchased on-site
from 2 local restaurants as well as wine-by-
the-glass.
Arizona Horseback Experience (520-455-
5696) will be offering on-site horseback and
horse drawn wagon rides as well as a 2-hour
trail ride package to the winery.
Sonoita Vineyards’ other annual festivals
are HarvestFest (July31 & August 1, 2010)
and St. Martin’s New Release Festival (No-
vember 13, 2010).
Located 3 miles south of Elgin at 290
Elgin-Canelo Road, Elgin, AZ 85611.
520-455-5893
www.sonoitavineyards.com
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Destination April Events
APR 8-11 CAVE CREEK
Fiesta Days Weekend
Cave Creek Memorial Arena - Golf Tournament &
Miss Rodeo Arizona Pageant on 8th, WPRA Rodeo
& Mutton Bustin’ on 9th, dance on 9-10th, parade
on 10th, PRCA Rodeo performances on 10-11th. For
times, locations, prices: www.fiestadaysrodeo.com
480-488-4043
APR 9-10 LAKE HAVASU CITY
XDL Sportbike Freestyle Championship
SARA Park, Havasu 95 Speedway - Tickets: $10 on
4/9, $20 on 4/10, kids 12 & under are free. www.
xdlshow.com 310-450-5156
APR 9-10 SURPRISE
Beatles Weekend Celebration
Kokopelli Winery & Bistro, 14719 W Grand Ave
- Beatles tribute bands, trivia contests, fun food
offerings, great wine & beer and prizes for the best
costumes. 623-556-4810
APR 9-11 CAVE CREEK
Art, Craft & More
Frontier Town (Silver Spur Saloon & Eatery), 6245 E
Cave Creek Rd - Fri & Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4, free adm &
parking. 602-789-7222
APR 10 PAYSON
Payson Civil War Reenactment - The Battle of
Payson
Experience history and drama as 150+ actors from
We Make History with full artillery and costumes
will bring this fun and educational experience to life.
www.paysonrimcountry.com or 928-474-5242 x7
APR 10 MORRISTOWN
3rd Annual Grand Desert Days Festival
Hwy 60 & Castle Hot Springs Rd - Classic car dis-
plays, parade, arts & crafts, fire dept. Chili Cookoff,
live entertainment, old fashioned games for all ages,
ice cream eating contest, stick horse gymkhana,
Arizona authors book signings, free, 9a-4p. 623-341-
5977
APR 10-11 TUBAC
Hidden Treasures of Santa Cruz Valley, Open Studio
Tour
Tubac Center of the Arts - Rare chance to meet art-
ists at work as well as visit some beautiful scenic S.
AZ. Self-guided, FREE. Tour Sampler Exhibition on
display concurrently at the Tubac Center of the Arts.
520-398-2371
APR 10-11 DOUGLAS
Cochise County Fair Assoc. Horse Races
Fairgrounds - Quarterhorse & Thoroughbred live
racing, pari-mutuel wagering under direction of AZ
Dept of Racing. Gates open at noon. Adm: $3, parking
free. 520-364-3819
APR 10-11 LAKE HAVASU CITY
Triple Crown Sports Baseball by the Bridge
Various ball fields - Kids’ baseball tournament, ages
8-14. www.triplecrownsports.com 480-563-7500
APR 15-18 YUMA
Yuma Birding & Nature Festival
Field trips, seminars, Colorado River canoe & jetboat
trips, SegwaYuma Historic Heritage Tours, Castle
Dome Mines Ghost Town Tours, Horse Tanks Eve-
ning Hike with cookout, lots more. 928-376-0100
APR 15-25 TUCSON
Pima County Fair
Pima County Fairgrounds - Don’t miss this combina-
tion of carnival, livestock, displays, great attractions,
demolition derby, vendors & fabulous concerts, $7/$2.
www.Pimacountyfair.com, 520-762-FAIR
APR 16-17 EAGAR
Chrome in the Dome Classic Car Show
Round Valley HS Dome - Indoor “Show and Shine”
- Fr regis. Sa: show, awards, vendors; join us for food,
fun and fantastic cars! $2 adm, Fr starts 5p, Sa 8a-4p.
866-733-2123
APR 16-17 CHANDLER
Beatles Weekend Celebration
Bistro at Kokopelli Winery, 35 W Boston St - Beatles
tribute bands, trivia contests, fun food offerings,
great wine & beer and prizes for the best costumes.
480-792-6927
APR 16-18 SALOME
Arizona Outback Spring Fiddlefest
Lion’s Club - Fiddler’s jam sessions, lunch & dinner
and more, 10a-close, free adm. 928-859-4621
APR 16-18 MIAMI
Miami BoomTown Spree
Sullivan Street - Arizona State Mining Championship,
Copper Crawl 5K & 13K hill runs, parade, street fair,
live entertainment, stair climb, bed races, Fr 5-9p,
Sa 9a-9p, Su 10a-5p, free adm. 928-473-4185, www.
miamiboomtownspree.org
APR 17 YUMA
3rd Annual ARTbeat
Historic Downtown Yuma, Yuma Art Center, 254 S
Main Street - Juried, outdoor fine art exhibit, 50+ local,
regional & international artists. Music, performing art-
ists, refreshments, 9a-3p, free adm. 928-373-5202
APR 17 WICKENBURG
NatureFest
Hassayampa River Preserve, N. US Hwy 60 - A day
of outdoor fun for the entire family, see live birds,
animals and snakes, 8a-3p, $5 adults, kids free.
928-684-2772
APR 17 PAYSON
No Quarter, Tribute to Led Zeppelin
Mazatzal Hotel & Casino Event Center - No Quarter,
the ultimate tribute to Led Zeppelin, doors open 6:30p,
concert 7-9:30p. Tickets $10. 800-777-7529, ext. 5404
APR 17-18 ORACLE
18th Annual Oracle Artist Studio Tour
Hwy 77 NE of Tucson - 60+ artists will present their
classic, contemporary and collectible works at home
studios, galleries and historic-site venues, 10a-4p.
free. Self-guiding map at tour welcome center, 1880
American Ave. 520-896-2234
APR 17-18 SEDONA
Bell Rock Plaza Art & Craft Show
Bell Rock Plaza - 35 to 50 artists showing fine art
paintings, sculpture, jewelry, hats, leather, wood
furniture, clothing, pottery, much more, 10a-5p.
928-284-9627
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American Related Events
April-June 2010
APR 17-18 PARKER
BlueWater Resort & Casino Spring Powerboat Classic
Championship Circle Boat Races on the Colorado
River, an American Power Boat Assoc. sanctioned
event. Some of the fastest boats in the nation. Adm
free, racing starts 9a. For info, Ross: 310-318-4012
APR 17-18 SEDONA
Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
Tequa Shopping Center, 7000 Hwy 179 (Hilton Hotel)
- Featuring unusual & decorative handcrafted art &
craft, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4, free admission & free parking.
602-789-7222
APR 18 TUCSON
Greater Arizona Bicycle Swap Meet
Fourth Ave - Everything about or for bikes; clothing,
gear, bicycles of every description, parts, great prices
& selection, free adm, 6a-1p. www.fourthavenue.org
520-624-5004
APR 20-24 TUCSON
Tucson International Mariachi Conference
TCC - Workshops; Thurs: Participant Showcase &
Guinness World Record Attempt; Fri: Espectacular
Concert; Sat: Reid Park - outdoor fiesta w/ food, arts
& crafts, Mariachis & Folklorico dancers, 10a-10p.
Call for ticket info. 520-838-3908
APR 22-24 LAKE HAVASU CITY
12th Annual Desert Storm Poker Run & Shootout
Thurs: Main Street Boat Show & Street Party, 5-10p.
Fri: Poker Run 8a-10p. Sat Shoot-out 8a-10p.
www.lakeracerllc.com 602-578-5975
APR 22-24 KINGMAN
Kingman Hog Days & Poker Rally
Poker run highlighting the scenic rides around King-
man, including into the cool pines of the Hualapai
Mountains and down historic Rt 66. 866-427-7866
APR 22-25 COTTONWOOD
Annual Verde Valley Birding & Nature Festival
Dead Horse Ranch State Park - Field trips, guided
walks, workshops, exhibits, vendors. NEW trips every
year. Register starting Feb. 1: www.birdyverde.org;
Info: 928-282-2202
APR 22-25 WINSLOW
Winslow Railroad Days
Downtown - Model trains from all over the region,
several layouts, railroad history, vendors and more.
Come visit this genuine railroad town! 928-289-2434,
www.winslowarizona.org
DISCLAIMER: AZ Tourist News makes every
effort to verify that the information on events we
print is accurate. However, details can change up
to the last minute. We advise that you call and
confirm that ALL information is correct.
Miami Arizona
BoomTown
Spree
April 16-18
State Mining Championship
Copper Crawl Hill Run
Hand Drilling • Mucking • Parade
Street Fair • Car Show • Live Music
Free Admission
East of Mesa on Scenic US- 60
928-473-4185
www.MiamiBoomtownSpree.org
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Destination April / May Events
APR 23-24 PIMA
Annual Heritage Days
BBQ Fri 5-7p, Cowboy Breakfast Sat 7-9a, Farm
Museum & Main Museum displays, entertainment &
Pima All School Reunion (every 5th year-this is the
year!). Commemorative coins avail. 928-485-3032
APR 23-25 WILLCOX
27th Annual Ann Boyd Wade Foundation Fine Art
and Photography Show
Willcox Community Center (312 W. Stewart St) -
Judged show, largest in southern Az; drawings, paint-
ings, sculpture and photography by all ages, amateurs
and professionals; Fri 9-5, Sat 10-5 & Sun 10-3. Art-
ists reception Sat 2-5p. Free adm. 520-384-5510
APR 23-25 TUCSON
BLM Wild Horse & Burro Adoption
Pima County Fair at Fairgrounds - Bureau of Land
Management will offer wild horses & burros for adop-
tion, 9a-5p. Fri. preview day, Sat. silent auction, Sun.
adopt remaining animals. Dates and locations subject
to change. 1-866-4MUSTANGS (468-7826)
APR 23-25 BENSON
Bluegrass in the Park
Lions Park - Workshops, jam sessions, great lineup
of bands including Gold Wing Express, Cedar Hill,
Lonesome Traveler and more, call for ticket informa-
tion. RV Camping free with 3-day pass. 520-586-2842
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APR 23-25 NOGALES, AZ & NOGALES, SON
Charles Mingus Hometown Jazz Festival
Memorial Park - Free concert on Fri. night & Sat.
daytime, food booths and displays. Big Band Gala
Concert Sat. eve - guests Pierre Poree & Rodney
Glassman, Sun. Margarita Jazz Brunch with Crotty
& O’Neill Quintet. 520-287-3685 or ktittelbaugh@
hotmail.com
APR 23-25 SEDONA
Sedona Factory Outlet Fine Art & Craft Show
Factory Outlets, Hwy 179, Village of Oakcreek - 35 to
50 artists showing fine art paintings, sculpture, jew-
elry, hats, leather, wood furniture, clothing, pottery,
much more, 9a-6p. 928-284-9627
APR 23-25 TUCSON
13th Annual Last Chance Cat Show
The Hotel Arizona, 181 W Broadway Blvd - Different
breeds of cats compete: Persian, Ragdoll, Maine Coon,
Bengal, Savannah & many more! Fri. 4-9p, Sat-Sun.
10a-4p. Come & watch! www.coatimondi.com
APR 23-25 PHOENIX
Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
Westcor Biltmore Shopping Center, 24 St. & Camel-
back - Featuring unusual & decorative handcrafted art
& craft, Sat 9a-5p, Sun 9a-4p, free admission & free
parking. 602-789-7222
APR 24 ORACLE
25th Annual Oracle Oaks Festival
Oracle Community Center - Carnival, parade, car
show, art & craft vendors, book sale, live music, raffles,
food vendors & BBQ, 9a-late afternoon & beyond.
520-896-9326
APR 24 TEMPE
My Nana’s Best Tasting Salsa Challenge
Tempe Beach Park, Mill Ave & Rio Salado Pkwy - 75+
professional & amateur chefs, salsa & margarita judg-
ing, salsa sampling, live music, 11a-6p. Adults-$8 in
adv, $10 at gate, ages 12 & under free. 602-955-3947
APR 24 BISBEE
Earth Day Festival
Vista Park in the Warren district - Educational & en-
vironmental booths, arts & crafts, live entertainment,
mini massages, traditional May pole & children’s
activities, Farmer’s Market, 8a-2p. 520-432-7692
APR 24 ELGIN
Blessing of Sonoita Vineyards Festival
Sonoita Vineyards - Blessing at noon, $15 admission
incl’s souvenir glass, wine tasting (4 new releases),
food/wine pairings, winery tours, live music. Lunch,
horseback rides & wagon rides for additional cost.
10a-4p. 520-455-5893
APR 24 PAYSON
18th Annual Beeline Cruise-In
Green Valley Park - Car Show presented by Rim
Country Classic Auto Club. Raffles, a 50-50 drawing,
oldies music, vehicle judging/ awards, vendors, 8a-5p.
928-472-3236 or 928-595-1980
APR 24 TUCSON
29th Annual Solar Expo & Potluck
Catalina State Park - Exhibits & demos of solar
cooking, water heaters, photovoltaics and more, kids’
activities, feast at 5p. Expo 10a-6p, set up by 9a if
cooking. Park fee waived for event. 520-749-3538
APR 24 SUPERIOR
Artisans at the Arboretum
Boyce Thompson Arboretum - 40 art, craft & food
booths offer unique paintings, photography, pottery,
jewelry and more courtesy of the Gold Canyon Sorop-
timists, 11a-3p. Adm: $7.50 adults, $3 kids 5-12, open
8a-4p. 520-689-2811
APR 24 MARICOPA
6th Annual Salsa Festival
Pacana Park, 1900 N. Porter Rd - Salsa competition,
live music, beer and margarita garden, kids zone,
junior salsa bar, salsa lessons, $1,000 for best overall
salsa, also artist’s alley, free, 5-9p. 520-568-9098
APR 24-25 SONOITA
95th Annual Sonoita Horse Races
Santa Cruz Fairgrounds - Simulcast wagering from
Turf Paradise. Concessions on ground. Post time 1p,
$4/adults, ages 12 & under free. 520-455-5553
APR 24-25 GLOBE
Gila County Spring Rodeo & Parade
Gila County Fair Grounds - Grand Canyon Assoc.
rodeo w/local & professional cowboys, Sat 5p, Sun 1p,
$10 per carload. Parade Sat 11a downtown & rodeo
dance Sat 8p after rodeo. 928-425-0066
APR 24-25 LAKE HAVASU CITY
Lake Havasu Grand Prix
The Nautical Beachfront Resort, 1000 McCulloch
Blvd - Pacific Offshore Powerboat Racing Assoc.
(POPRA) boat race on a closed course, 8a-6p.
530-525-1638
APR 30-MAY 1 GLOBE
Cinco de Mayo Tex-Mex-Fest
Globe Community Center - Concerts by bands Tierra
and Little Joe y La Familia. Daytime activities: games,
live entertainment, 50+ vendors, Battle of the Ma-
riachi Bands & more. Fri noon-late, Sat 10a-late. $30
1-day, $50 2-day pass. Tickets online:
www.ticketleap.com
APR 30-MAY 2 SIERRA VISTA
Festival of the Southwest
On Fort Huachuca, open to the public - Carnival,
live music, entertainment, food & craft vendors. Fri.
4p-11p, Sat. Noon-11p, Sun. Noon-5p. Free adm. 5K
Mutt March Sat. 7:30a, $10. Regis: 520-538-0836;
carnival tickets: 520-533-2404
APR 30-MAY 2 SELIGMAN-KINGMAN-TOPOCK
23rd Annual Historic Route 66 Fun Run
Open to all street legal vehicles. 125-mile pleasure
cruise includes Show-N-Shine, live entertainment,
dinner/dance, vendors. 928-753-5001
APR 30-MAY 2 SEDONA
Sedona Factory Outlet Fine Art & Craft Show
Factory Outlets, Hwy 179, Village of Oakcreek - 35 to
50 artists showing fine art paintings, sculpture, jew-
elry, hats, leather, wood furniture, clothing, pottery,
much more, 9a-6p. 928-284-9627
APR 30-MAY 2 SCOTTSDALE
Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
The Borgata, 6137 N. Scottsdale Rd. - Featuring un-
usual & decorative handcrafted art & craft, Sat. & Sun.
9a-5p, free admission & free parking.
602-789-7222
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MAY 1 CHLORIDE
All Town Yard Sale
Citizens of Chloride & surrounding communities, lots
of bargains on antiques & general treasures, gunfight
re-enactments, bake sale. Pick up a map of sale loca-
tions at the Visitor Center. 928-565-4888
MAY 1 YARNELL
Yarnell Daze
Classic Car Show, arts & crafts vendors, live music,
9a-4p. Visit the world famous Shrine of St. Joseph
of the Mountains, area restaurants, art galleries &
antique stores. 928-427-6262
MAY 1 TUCSON
Tucson Street Rod Association’s Rodders Days
Fourth Ave - See 250+ hot rods on display. Paint jobs
that cost more than a new Yugo, chrome that has
never seen a bug! Free adm, 8a-3p. 520-624-5004,
www.fourthavenue.org
MAY 1 GRAND CANYON
3rd Annual Celebrate Wildlife Day
Shrine of the Ages - Learn about regional wildlife and
the work of wildlife biologists, indoor and outdoor
programs w/ exhibits, touch tables, informal activities,
10a-5p with special evening programs also. 928-638-
7958
MAY 1 GOLDEN VALLEY
Earth Day Festival
Chamber of Commerce, 3395 N Verde Rd - Informa-
tional seminars, earth recycled friendly crafts, prod-
ucts/rebates/hybrids, vendors, food, music, children’s
art contest, 9a-9p, free adm. 928-565-3311
MAY 1 WINDOW ROCK
ZooFest
Navajo Nation Zoological & Botanical Park - Only
tribal zoo in the US; learn about animals and plants
native to the Navajo Nation, tour a Hogan. Handmade
arts & crafts; face-painting, zoo games, inflatable
games; door prize, free, 9a-6p. 928-871-6574
MAY 1-2 SONOITA
95th Annual Sonoita Horse Races
Santa Cruz Fairgrounds - Simulcast wagering from
Kentucky Derby (on the 1st) and Turf Paradise. Tradi-
tional mint juleps! Concessions on ground. Post time
1p, $4/adults,12 & under free. 520-455-5553
MAY 7-9 PAYSON
Payson Art League ‘Neath the Rim’ Open Studio Tour
21 juried artists exhibiting in 16 studio locations, fine
art and fine craft. Demonstrations, refreshments,
10a-5p daily, map at chamber and library, free adm.
928-474-6071
MAY 7-9 PAGE
Page/Lake Powell Cruisin’
Page City Park - All Makes, Models, Years of Trucks,
Cars & Motorcycles welcome. www.pagechamber.
com, chamber@pagechamber.com, 928-645-2741
MAY 8 GANADO
Native American Art Auction
Hubbell Trading Post - 400+ items incl weavings,
Pueblo Katsina dolls, pottery, paintings, baskets.
Preview 9-11a, auction noon - Daylight Saving Time.
Also outdoor market. Free adm. 928-755-3475
MAY 8 PAYSON
15th Annual Wildlife Fair
Green Valley Park - Learn more about Arizona’s
natural environment. Hands-on activities, free fishing,
games, get a close up look at wildlife, free adm, 9a-6p.
928-474-5242, ext 7
MAY 8 KINGMAN
10k/5k Race & 3 Mile Walk for Hospice
Powerhouse Visitor Center on Route 66 - Run
through historic downtown Kingman, $25 adult &
$15 child before May 1st, $30 thereafter for adults.
Benefits KRMC Hospice. www.azkrmc.com
928-757-0664
MAY 8 PRESCOTT
Highland Games
Watson Lake, 3010 N Hwy 89 - Scottish & Highland
dancers, pipe bands, Celtic music & entertainment,
food & drink, merchandise vendors, clans, sheep dog
demos, kids activities, Jacobite re-enactors, genealogy,
9a-7p, adults $12; seniors/ students $10.
928-443-1422
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MAY 8-9 ST. DAVID
Fiesta de la Primavera
Holy Trinity Monastery - 140 arts & crafts vendors,
variety of meals avail, entertainment, mass on Sat &
Sun, raffles, gift shop, Monastery bakery, thrift store,
Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4, $3 parking. 520-720-4642
MAY 8-9 KINGMAN
Annual Festival of the Arts
Kingman Campus of Mohave Community Col-
lege - Artists, jewelers, craftsmen of all kinds, food,
entertainment, kids activities, Sa 10a-5p, Su 10a-4p.
Free adm. 1-866-339-7294
MAY 8-9 PRESCOTT
24th Spring Festival of Fine Art & Crafts
Courthouse Plaza - Juried show with over 150 artists,
art demonstrations daily, “Pandemonium” steel drum
band plays on Sat. Hours: Sat. 9-5 & Sun. 9-4, free
admission. 928-445-2510
MAY 8-9 CHINO VALLEY
6th Annual Mother’s Day Art & Wine Fair
Granite Creek Vineyards & Winery - Treat your Mom
and family! View local artists’ displays, listen to live
music, enjoy delicious food & wine served at the scenic,
historic farm and vineyards, 11a-5p. 928-636-2003
MAY 8-9 ZUNI, NM
Mothers’ Day & Graduation Arts Market
Zuni Visitor & Arts Center, 1239 Hwy 53 - Good
variety of authentic Zuni arts, buy directly from the
artists, 10a-5p, free adm. 505-782-7238
MAY 8-9 WILLIAMS
Grand Canyon Railway Presents: National Train Day
Train activities include special locomotive & caboose
tours and model train layouts; live entertainment; a
special running of the Cataract Creek Rambler Steam
Engine. 800-863-0546
MAY 13-15 PAYSON
Gary Hardt Memorial Spring Rodeo
Payson Multi Event Ctr, Hwy 87 - Thurs: women’s
events, entry a can of food. Fri & Sat: PRCA rodeo,
adm. $14 /$12 Srs 65+/$10 kids, 7 & under free;
“tough enough to wear pink” performance for breast
cancer on Fri. Gates open 5p, show 7p. 928-468-6684
MAY 13-15 KINGMAN
KABAM Book Festival & Spring Street Fair
Historic downtown - Thurs poetry slam 6-9p, Fri
author’s reception 6-8p, Sat book festival, entertain-
ment, vendors, Chillin’ on Beale Street w/ classic cars,
10a-9p. Free adm. www.kingmantourism.org
866-427-7866
Bell Rock Plaza & Factory Outlet Arts & Crafts Shows
In the Village of Oak Creek on Hwy 179, Gateway to Sedona
On your way to Sedona stop by and view the works of 45-60 artists.
Works for sale include paintings, jewelry, leather, sculpture, pottery, and much more.
Bell Rock Plaza 10am - 5pm Factory Outlet 9am - 6pm
April 17-18 May 29-31 April 9-11 April 30- May 2 June 4-6
May 15-16 June 12-13 April 23-25
For more information call Donna • 928-284-9627
Payson Art League
‘Neath the Rim Studio Tour
May 7-9,2010
10am-5pm
21 juried artists exhibit in
16 studio locations.
Demonstrations • Refreshments
Free Admission, maps at
Rim Country Chamber of Commerce (Hwy. 87 & Main)
The Payson Library, 328 N. McLane Rd.
928-474-6071
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MAY 14 PINETOP
Outdoor Expo and Fashion Show
Hon-Dah Resort Casino - Find a White Mountain
adventure that fits into your vacation plans. Info
about hiking, biking, fishing, golfing, and much more!
800-929-8744
MAY 14-16 SAFFORD
BLM Wild Horse & Burro Adoption
Graham County Fairgrounds - Bureau of Land Man-
agement will offer wild horses & burros for adoption,
9a-5p. Fri. preview day, Sat. silent auction, Sun. adopt
remaining animals. Dates and locations subject to
change. 1-866-4MUSTANGS (468-7826)
MAY 15 PAYSON
Aero Fair
Payson Municipal Airport - Classic & light sport
aircraft. Vintage & classic cars. Airplane rides, crafts,
food vendors, pancake breakfast (till 10:30a), FREE
adm, 7:30a-2p. www.paysonairport.com 928-472-4748
MAY 15 FORT APACHE
11th Annual Fort Apache Heritage Reunion
Fort Apache - Apache performances, incl Apache
Crown Dancers. Procession, speakers, arts & craft/
food vendors, guided tours of historic bldg’s, free
adm, 9a-4p. 928-338-4625
MAY 15 SUPERIOR
Cruisin Main
Main St. - Classic Car cruise night. Call for more info.
520-689-0200
MAY 15 PAYSON
Evil Waze - Tribute to Carlos Santana
Mazatzal Hotel & Casino Event Center - Evil Waze,
the ultimate tribute to the music and likeness of Car-
los Santana, doors open 6:30p, concert 7-9p. Tickets
$10. 800-777-7529, ext. 5404
MAY 15-16 JEROME
45th Annual Historic Home & Building Tour
Arizona’s longest running home tour. Wear walking
shoes. Not handicap accessible. 9a-3p, $12 adults,
$6 children 3-12, ages 2 & under free. For info call
Coleen: 928-649-3847
MAY 15-16 SEDONA
Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
Tequa Shopping Center, 7000 Hwy 179 (Hilton Hotel)
- Featuring unusual & decorative handcrafted art &
craft, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4, free admission & free parking.
602-789-7222
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May 21-23 July 2-4
Taylor Trapper Days
May 29, 2010
Taylor Rodeo Park
In beautiful
Taylor, Arizona
Saturday Events Include:
Veterans Memorial Program
Trail Ride • Pit Bull Weight Pull
Vintage Tractor Display • BBQ
Mutt Show • Barrel Racing
Taylor Country Show and Dance
Also, Monday May 31st, 5pm
Tours of Historic sites and homes in Taylor
Food • Music • Wagon Rides
928-536-7366 • trapperdays.com
MAY 16-22 KANAB, UT
4th Annual Amazing Earthfest!
Celebrate land and life on the Colorado Plateau with
over 30 adventure and experiential learning events
in Botany, Wildlife, Native Culture, Pioneer History,
Entertainment, Hiking, Cycling, Horseback Riding,
Dinosaurs, Rock Art, Science, Ethics, Astronomy,
and Documentary Films. Most events are free. www.
amazingearthfest.com, 435-644-5033
MAY 22-23 PHOENIX
Arizona Highways Travel Show
Phoenix Convention Center, Hall F - Plan your vaca-
tion! Get ideas, learn about the events, attractions &
amenities offered around the great state of Arizona,
10a-5p, adm. $5, children 10 & under free w/ adult.
www.arizonahighwaystravelshow.com
MAY 28-30 SILVER CITY, NM
15th Silver City Blues Festival
Gough Park - FREE concerts with renowned blues
musicians including Guitar Shorty, Tony Furtado &
Mollie O’Brien as well as regional and local perform-
ers and hundreds of vendors. 888-758-7289 or www.
mimbresarts.org
MAY 28-31 SPRINGERVILLE / EAGAR
Round Valley Roundup
Museum, historical park and archaeological tours.
Pancake b’fast, junior rodeo, sidewalk sales, art walk,
free movie, fishing derby, BBQ and dance. Most ac-
tivities take place Sat. Call for details. 866-733-2123
MAY 29 PAGOSA SPRINGS, CO
Pagosa Fiber Arts Festival Navajo Rug Auction
Pagosa Community Center - Contemporary and
antique Navajo Rugs of all sizes & prices. Preview 10a,
auction at 5p, free adm. www.pagosafiberfestival.com
MAY 29 CHINO VALLEY
Special Memorial Day Weekend Celebration!
Granite Creek Vineyards & Winery - Live music
featuring Trees Leave straight from Nashville, with
guitar, mandolin, fiddle and banjo playing alternative
folk/rock. Food available for purchase. 928-636-2003
MAY 29-30 WILLIAMS
Rendezvous in Williams
Buckskinners Black Powder Shoot Sat noon-4,
Traders Row w/tepees, tomahawk throw, vendors
all weekend. Also on Sat: Memorial Day Parade 11a,
Spring Craft Show 9a-5p, bounce houses, and 4-H
BBQ 11a-1p. 800-863-0546
April-June 2010
MAY 29-30 BISBEE
Bisbee Mineral Show
Queen Mine - View and purchase extraordinary min-
erals from renowned collections, tour Bisbee’s famous
underground mine, 9a-5p. 520-432-2071
MAY 29-30 PINE
30th Annual Pine-Strawberry Arts & Crafts Festival
Community Center, Hwy 87 - 75 booths of handmade
arts & crafts, pancake b’fast, food vendors, quilters
raffle, kids’ activities, town full of antique shops. Sat
8-5, Sun 8-4, free. 928-476-6537 or 928-978-0469
MAY 29-30 PRESCOTT
6th Annual Southwest Indian Art Festival
Smoki Museum - Celebrates Native arts & culture.
Dancers, flute players, artists display & sell works,
food booths, Children’s Craft Center. Sa 10-5, Su 10-4,
Adults $5, seniors $4, 12 & under free. 928-445-1230
MAY 29-30 FLAGSTAFF
20th Annual Zuni Festival of Arts & Culture
Museum of Northern Arizona - The A:shiwi
people will share Zuni language, lifeways and tradi-
tional music & dances. Be inspired by weavers, inlay
jewelers, fetish carvers, potters & painters. 9a-5p,
$7-$4, age 6 & under free. 928-774-5213
MAY 29-30 GRANTS -ZUNI -GALLUP, NM
Ancient Way Arts Festival Market
Regional Arts Trail Festival from Grants to Zuni to
Gallup. Arts festivals, markets, open studios & more
along Hwy’s 53 & 602. Zuni event features arts mar-
ket, traditional dances, demos, 10a-5p.
www.ancientwayartstrail.com
MAY 29-31 TAOS, NM
Memorial Day Arts and Crafts Festival
Kit Carson Park - Selected work by artists from Taos,
the region, and several states in a fun park setting
with food and entertainment, Sat. & Sun. 10a-5p,
Mon. 10a-4p. 575-758-1264
MAY 29-31 TOMBSTONE
Wyatt Earp Days
Allen St. - In honor of the West’s famous lawman.
Gunfighting Skit Competition w/ reenactors from 3
states, street entertainment 10a-4p daily, Chili Cook-
off on Sun., Historic Costume Competition (Tenta-
tive) and more! 520-457-3511 or 520-457-3451
MAY 29-31 SEDONA
Bell Rock Plaza Art & Craft Show
Bell Rock Plaza - 35 to 50 artists showing fine art
paintings, sculpture, jewelry, hats, leather, wood furni-
ture, clothing, pottery, more, 10a-5p. 928-284-9627
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MAY 29-31 PRESCOTT
36th Phippen Museum Western Art Show & Sale
Courthouse Plaza - Int’l juried show, 120 of America’s
greatest Western artists; Quick-draw Competition Sat
& Sun 2p; Miniatures Show at museum. Sat & Sun
9-5, Mon 9-3. Free adm. 928-778-1385
MAY 29-31 TAYLOR
Taylor Trapper Days
Taylor Veteran’s Memorial & Rodeo Park - Pancake
b’fast, trail ride, memorial service, vintage tractor
show, Pit Bull Terrier Weight Pull, BBQ, barrel racing,
Taylor Country Show & Dance. No events on 30th.
Mon, 31st - wagon rides and tours of historic sites &
homes in Taylor. www.trapperdays.com 928-536-7366
MAY 29-31 FLAGSTAFF
Memorial Weekend Fine Art & Craft Show
Wheeler Park, Aspen & Hwy. 180 (Humphrey) down-
town - Sat-Mon, unusual & decorative handcrafted art
& craft. Sat & Sun 9a-5p, Mon 9a-4p, free admission
& free parking. 602-789-7222
JUN 4-5 CAMP VERDE
Verde Valley Crawdad/Shrimp Fest
Community Center - Shrimp, crawdads, hamburgers,
hot dogs, beer; Cajun Costume Party Sat. night- cash
prizes; raffle- $2000 in cash prizes daily; food 5-9p,
fest till 10:30p. Adm: $5/ under 12 free.
www.verdevalleyrangers.org
JUN 4-6 GREER
Greer Days 2010
Old fashioned Main St. Parade, horse-drawn wagon
rides, horseshoe contest, talent show, hot dog eating
contest, craft booths, raffles, kids activities & enter-
tainment. 928-735-7664
JUN 4-6 SHOW LOW
Show Low Days 2010
Show Low City Park - The famous “Still Cruisin”
Classic Car Show, arts & cafts festival, food booths,
and new - a business expo with entertainment. Also
on Sat: the Airport “Fly-in” Breakfast and the charity
golf tourney. Free adm. 928-537-2326
JUN 4-6 SEDONA
Sedona Factory Outlet Fine Art & Craft Show
Factory Outlets, Hwy 179, Village of Oakcreek - 35
to 50 artists showing fine art paintings, sculpture, jew-
elry, hats, leather, wood furniture, clothing, pottery,
much more, 9a-6p. 928-284-9627
JUN 5 PARKER
33rd Annual Great Western Tube Float
Patria Flats Park to BlueWater Resort & Casino
- Theme is Rockin’ the River. Float about 8 miles
down the Colorado River. Prizes for many different
categories of “floaters”. Big beach party. Call for times/
costs. 928-669-2174
JUN 5 FLAGSTAFF
27th Annual Sacred Mountain Prayer Run
Thorpe Park - 10K/5K Run & 2K Fun Run/Walk
through the Coconino Nat’l Forest. Races begin 7:30a.
Adv: $30/$15, on-site: $35/$20. Fun run: $15. Benefits
Native Americans for Community Action. www.
nacainc.org, 928-526-2968, ext 26
JUN 5 GLENDALE
10th Annual Family Farm Day
Tolmachoff Farms, 5726 N. 75th Ave - Farm fun w/U-
pick garden, watermelon eating contest, train rides,
picture on a pony, tomato cannon, petting zoo, crafts,
food, more; NEW this year: cow milking contest. 8a-
2p, $4 adm for 2yr & up. www.tolmachoff-farms.com
623-386-1301
JUN 5-6 FLAGSTAFF
21st Annual Flagstaff Wool Festival
Pioneer Museum Arizona Historical Society - Demos
of sheep & goat shearing, felt making, spinning, weav-
ing, dyeing, tools, wool & fiber for sale, camp cooking
demo, 10a-4p. 928-774-6272
JUN 5-6 PRESCOTT
Folk Arts Fair
Sharlot Hall Museum - Demonstrations & hands-
on opportunities to make and try frontier crafts.
Entertainment by fiddle bands, folksingers, dancers &
more,10a-5p, adm $5, children free. 928-445-3122
JUN 5-6 PINETOP
13th Annual Hon-Dah Pow Wow in the Pines
Hon-Dah Resort Casino - Tribal dancers compete
in fancy dance, grass dance, drums & more; prize
money over $30,000. Native American art, craft &
food vendors. Open to the public. Free adm. Camping
available. 800-929-8744
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JUN 5-6 PAYSON
Payson Arizona Loggers Sawdust Festival
Celebrating Payson’s logging heritage, a variety of
events will test competitors to find the “Logger of the
Year”. www.paysonrimcountry.com/sawdustfestival or
928-474-5242 x7
JUN 5-6 SEDONA
SRMG Native American Film Festival
Sedona Creative Life Center - Works by Native
American filmmakers. www.NAFestival.org
JUN 5-6 VILLAGE OF OAK CREEK-SEDONA
Native American Invitational Art Show
& Entertainment
Tequa Plaza - High quality art works from Native
American artists with SW tribal affiliations. Sat 9-5,
Sun 10-4. www.NAFestival.org
JUN 10 CLARKDALE
Rare National Monument Lighting Event
Tuzigoot National Monument - Rare National Monu-
ment lighting and evening prehistoric astronomy
program, 7:30p, free. 928-634-5564
JUN 10-12 WILLIAMS
2010 Arizona State H.O.G. Rally
Live entertainment, bike games, poker walk and ven-
dors are all part of this bike weekend in the cool pines
of Northern Arizona. 928-635-1418
JUN 11-12 CHANDLER
BBQ & Blues Picnic
Bistro at Kokopelli Winery, 35 W Boston St - True
American picnic w/ BBQ, ribs, burgers, apple pie &
more, plus wine & live blues. BBQ recipe contest, call
to enter. Wine tasting $10 w/ 6 flight tasting & glass.
480-792-6927
JUN 11-13 PINE
14th Annual Strawberry Patchers Quilt Show
Community Center Cultural Hall - 100+ quilts and
wearables to be shown, vote for your favorite on Fr/
Sa., visit our Berry Patch Boutique and vendor mall,
quilt appraiser on site, Fr & Sa 9-4, Su 9-3, adm $2.
928-468-1866
JUN 12 ASH FORK
Annual Pioneer Day & Parade
ADOT historic bldg, West end next to Ashfork Inn
- Parade 9:30a, Dutch oven cooking, crafts, food,
entertainment, chili cookoff, All School Reunion,
Historical Museum is open, 9a-3p, free adm. 928-
637-2413
JUN 12 PARKER
BlueWater Resort & Casino
11th Birthday Celebration
Concert - The Busboys and Otis Day & The Knights,
fireworks will follow the concert. 888-243-3360
JUN 12 FLAGSTAFF
Museum of N. Arizona/ Flag Cultural Partners
Navajo Rug Auction
Museum of N. Arizona - 300+ contemporary and an-
tique Navajo Rugs of all sizes and prices. Preview 9a-
1p, auction at 2p, free adm. Consignments welcome.
www.culturalpartners.org
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American Related Events
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in the cool pines of Prescott Arizona celebrating
years of the
Prescott Bluegrass Festival
June 26 & 27, 2010
Sat. 11 am - 6pm
and Saturday night street dance.
Sun. 10:30 am - 3pm
in downtown Prescott’s beautiful tree-lined
courthouse plaza. It’s fun, fantastic and best of all...
FREE (928) 445-2000,
ext.120
Dry camping is available, too.
For more information visit
www.prescottbluegrassfestival.com
JUN 12 ELEPHANT BUTTE, NM
20th Elephant Butte Chili Challenge Cook Off
Elephant Butte Lake State Park, Desert Cove Camp-
ground - Enter the competition or come vote in the
People’s Choice award, ice cream & hamburgers also
available, starts 11a. 575-894-3264
JUN 12-13 PINE
20th Annual Strawberry Festival
Community Center & Ramada (Hwy. 87 across
from Post Office) - Food vendors, lots of strawberry
favorites, craft booths, entertainment & kids activities.
Featuring Arizona Ghostriders. Sat 9-5, Sun 10-3, free
adm. 928-476-3655
JUN 12-13 SEDONA
Bell Rock Plaza Art & Craft Show
Bell Rock Plaza - 35 to 50 artists showing fine art
paintings, sculpture, jewelry, hats, leather, wood fur-
niture, clothing, pottery, much more, 10a-5p.
928-284-9627
JUN 12-13 BISBEE
Bisbee Lodging Tour
Tour Bisbee’s unique and charming lodging facilities,
11a-4p. Call for ticket information. 520-432-5421
JUN 13 PAYSON
39th Annual Arizona State Chili Cookoff
Mazatzal Hotel & Casino - Taste and vote for
People’s Choice with a $5 Tasting kit, includes Indian
Frybread. Outdoor arts & crafts booths. Free adm,
11a-4p. Benefit for Time Out Shelter.
www.lmathiesen@777play.com
JUN 14-19 TSAILE
14th Annual Sheep is Life Celebration
Dine College - Workshops Mon-Fri ($). Fri & Sat
9-5: vendors, food, hands-on activities, sheep and
wool shows. Fri. Fiber Arts Sale 3-8, Sat. Navajo Rug
Show & Sale 3-8. Free adm. www.navajolifeway.org
JUN 17-19 KANAB, UT
Jacob Hamblin Days
Kanab Kaneplex Arena - Ranch Rodeo events and
celebration of pioneer heritage & history geared
towards family participation, includes Trail Ride and
Bar-B-Q. Thurs 7p symposium, Fri 8a-9:30p, Sat 7a-
10p. 435-689-0986
JUN 17-20 PRESCOTT VALLEY
Prescott Valley Days
Town Center - Carnival, parade, vendors, arts &
crafts, food, youth activities, entertainment & con-
certs. Call for times & prices: 928-772-8857
JUN 18 SAN CARLOS
Apache Independence Day Celebration
Downtown - Apache artisans, entertainment incl
Apache Crown Dancers, food vendors incl BBQ &
traditional foods, camp dress contest, 1p - 8p.
928-475-2331
JUN 18-19 WILLIAMS
2010 Multi-Cultural Arts, Crafts & Antiques Expo
Downtown - This juried show will highlight the cul-
tural diversity of area artists and crafters. Interactive
art booths, crafts, antiques and live entertainment.
928-814-9899
prescottbluegrass@yahoo.com
Enjoy a weekend of family fun and entertainment!
Statewide AZ • Page 7
Greer Days 2010
JUNE 4-6 GREER
Enjoy “A Little
Slice Of Heav-
en” at Greer
Days 2010 in
Arizona’s scenic and “cool” White Moun-
tains. Festivities kick-off at 4pm on Friday,
June 4, at Molly Butler Lodge celebrating
100 years with a Wild West Shootout, then
dine and dance at Molly’s.
Saturday, there’s something for every-
one: Main Street Parade, Hay and Trail
Rides, Face Painting, Balloon Art and other
children’s activities, “Flying Horseshoes”
Tournament and Talent Show at Molly’s,
Lucky Duck Race, Hot Dog Eating Contest,
and vendors galore - food and arts/crafts.
Dance at night at Neon Moon or Molly
Butler.
Sunday, participate in Greer’s first family/
team Amazing Race followed by a breakfast
burrito at Rendezvous or a pancake break-
fast at Greer Mountain Resort.
Greer Civic Association:
928-735-7664
bnssutter@gmail.com
Verde Valley Crawdad
& Shrimp Fest
JUN 4-5 CAMP VERDE
The Crawdad and Shrimp Fest is back
June 4-5 with delicious food
and a chance at over $5000 in
cash prizes - wow!
The event takes place at
the Community Center and
starts at 5 pm with food till 9
pm and festival fun till 10:30
pm. In addition to shrimp
and crawdads, enjoy hamburgers, hot dogs,
and beer. Buy raffle tickets for the opportu-
nity to win $200 - 10 prizes per day! That’s
$4000 in raffle prizes.
Plus- there’s a Cajun Costume Party
on Saturday night, free to enter and with
another $1000 in prizes spread to 10 places.
Admission is $5 with half price tickets
available from local merchants for Friday
night. Children under 12 are free.
www.verdevalleyrangers.org
Coming events: Cornfest - July 17
Ft. Verde Days - October 8-10
928-300-7077
High Country Warbirds Fly-In
JUN 26 VALLE-WILLIAMS
The High
Country Warbirds
Fly-in at Planes of
Fame Air Museum,
Valle Airport (25 miles south of the Grand
Canyon, intersection of Hwy 180 Hwy 64) is
on June 26th.
View aerial displays of vintage and mod-
ern military aircraft and over 30 aircraft on
display. If interested in taking a flight, join
the museum membership program.
The International P-38 Association will
also hold their annual membership meeting
at this time. Several World War II US Army
Air Force personnel who flew the P-38
Lightning fighter plane will attend.
At the museum, you can view the Ger-
man Messerschmitt 109 G, the Douglas
AD1 Skyraider, the Grumman F3F fighter
plane and General Douglas MacArthur’s
personal transport plane.
Hours are 8am-5pm. Admission is $8 and
children $2. Food and craft vendors on site.
Free parking.
928 635-1000
ww.planesoffame.org
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Destination June / July Events
“Made in the Shade” 18th An-
nual Beer Tasting Festival
JUN 26 FLAGSTAFF
Taste beer from brewer-
ies all over the South-
west on Saturday, June
26th from 1 - 5 pm at
the Coconino County
Fairgrounds, south of
Flagstaff off I- 17 at the Flagstaff Airport
Exit. Last pour is at 5 pm.
Purchase tickets at www.azbeer.com soon
at $40/$50 the day of the event for a souvenir
mug, 24 tickets to exchange for beer samples,
and music by the Mike Reeves Band and
Gypsy Wind. Food is available for purchase.
VIP: $80/$90 at the door includes the
above plus private VIP area with seating,
snacks, VIP line to restrooms, early entrance
at noon. See www.azbeer.com.
Designated Driver tickets are $20 at the
event. No pets. No children. Must be 21.
Must have ID. Free parking.
The proceeds benefit Sun Sounds of Ari-
zona, providing audio access to information
normally published in print to persons who
cannot read due to a disability.
928-779-1775
www.azbeer.com
DISCLAIMER: AZ Tourist News makes every
effort to verify that the information on events we
print is accurate. However, details can change up
to the last minute. We advise that you call and
confirm that ALL information is correct.
Indicates Native
American Related Events
June 28 - July 4, 2010
Join us and celebrate the 123rd
Annual World’s Oldest Rodeo,
as Prescott Frontier Days, Inc. ®
presents 8 electrifying
performances of world
class rodeo to entertain
the entire family!
Prescott, Arizona
explodes with old
western hospitality
and charm during
Frontier Days week—
Prescott’s most anticipated
event of the year!
Rodeo Festivities Include:
Arizona’s 2nd Largest Rodeo Parade,
Fine Arts and Crafts Show, Rodeo Dance
and a spectacular 4th of July Celebration
Tickets & Information:
www.worldsoldestrodeo.com
Or By Phone: 866.407.6336
www.aztourist.com www.facebook.com/aztouristnews
JUN 18-20 TUCSON
Annual Juneteenth Festival
Kennedy Park - America’s second day of indepen-
dence; performances, sports, awareness, music; multi-
cultural attendance encouraged, free adm, Fri. 6-11p,
Sat. 2-11p, Sun. 4-8p. 520-908-4544 (message)
JUN 19 PAYSON
Guy Pennacchio - Frank Sinatra Tribute with Quartet
Mazatzal Hotel & Casino - Concert 7-8:50p with a 20
minute intermission. Tickets $10.
800-777-7529, ext. 5404
JUN 19 FLAGSTAFF
The Northern Arizona Wine Festival
The Pine Mountain Amphitheater, Fort Tuthill Coun-
ty Park - Call for more information. 928-600-3145
JUN 19-20 FLAGSTAFF
Flagstaff Music Festival
Heritage Square - Local music, vendors and artisans.
Food, snacks and beer will be available. Come enjoy
this fun family event! Free. Sat noon - 10p, Sun noon-
9p. 928-699-0119
JUN 19-20 PINETOP-LAKESIDE
Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
Blue Ridge School, 1200 W White Mountain Blvd -
Featuring unusual & decorative handcrafted art &
craft, Sat 9a-5p, Sun 9a-4p, free admission & free
parking. 602-789-7222
JUN 20 TUCSON
SUN-day on the Solstice
Visit beautiful Kitt Peak National Observatory - Learn
more about our most important star, THE SUN - what
it is & how it works. Tour the world’s largest solar tele-
scope, observe the Sun directly. Hands-on activities.
11a-3p. Reservations req’d. 520-318-8726
JUN 24 TUCSON
Annual Dia de San Juan Fiesta
W Congress St at Santa Cruz River - Celebrate the
beginning of the “season of monsoon rains” with a
procession, dance, refreshments and cultural enter-
tainment, Thursday, 5p-10p, free. 520-791-4040
JUN 26 CHLORIDE
Old Miner’s Day Parade & Festivities
Parade High Noon, bake sale, live music, vendors,
raffle, performances by gunfighter groups & more. Jim
Fritz Museum will be open. Free adm.
928-565-9777
JUN 26 FLAGSTAFF
Made in the Shade Beer Tasting Festival
Coconino Co. Fairgrounds, I-17 at Flagstaff Airport
Exit - Taste 100+ micro-brewed beers. Food (extra $)
& live entertainment, 1-5pm. Tickets $40/adv, $50/
gate; VIP ticket $80/$90. www.azbeer.com
928-779-1775
JUN 26 VALLE-WILLIAMS
High Country Warbirds Fly-In
Valle-Grand Canyon Airport - Antique & warbird
fly-bys, P-38 Int’l Assoc. meets, Air Museum Planes of
Fame, membership rides, gates open at 8a, $8, under
12- $2, free parking. www.planesoffame.org
928-635-1000
dence Day Celebrat
ep e n ion
Ind
4th o
f July Winslow, AZ
Join us for the largest fireworks display
in Northern Arizona accompanied by
patriotic music. Emil Nasser Stadium
shortly after dusk.
928-289-2434
www.winslowarizona.org
JUN 26-27 PRESCOTT
29th Annual Prescott Bluegrass Festival
Courthouse Plaza - Weekend of family fun with
camping and a variety of live bluegrass bands. Sa
11a-6p, street dance 7-10p, Su 10:30a-3p, free. www.
prescottbluegrassfestival.com; 928-445-2000, ext 120
JUN 28-JUL 4 PRESCOTT
Prescott Frontier Days®, Inc. World’s Oldest Rodeo®
8 thrilling rodeo performances, Az’s largest rodeo
parade, kiddie parade, fine arts & crafts show, rodeo &
street dances, Fourth of July celebration & more. Info:
800-358-1888, Tickets: worldsoldestrodeo.com
866-407-6336
JUL 1-4 WILLIAMS
Small Town 4th of July
One of the biggest parades in Northern Az at 6p on
the 4th; the AZ Cowboy Shooters Assoc Railhead
Shooting Competition all weekend; also the Northern
AZ BBQ Festival. 800-863-0546
JUL 2-4 FLAGSTAFF
Grand Canyon Renaissance Faire
& Mountain Music Festival
El Nathan Campground -Great music, summer mar-
ketplace, food, stage acts, entertainment and more!
928-635-2394
JUL 2-4 OVERGAARD
Fourth of July Festival in the Pines
Tall Timbers Navajo County Park off Hwy 260 - Arts
& crafts, food booths, live music, kids play area,
games. Sat only: fun run, parade 11a, fireworks show
6p Mogollon HS. Fri 10-6, Sat 12-6, Sun 10-3.
928-535-5777
JUL 2-4 SEDONA
Sedona Factory Outlet Fine Art & Craft Show
Factory Outlets, Hwy 179, Village of Oakcreek - 35 to
50 artists showing fine art paintings, sculpture, jew-
elry, hats, leather, wood furniture, clothing, pottery,
much more, 9a-6p. 928-284-9627
JUL 2-4 PINETOP-LAKESIDE
Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
Blue Ridge School, 1200 W White Mountain Blvd -
Featuring unusual & decorative handcrafted art &
craft, Sat 9a-5p, Sun 9a-4p, free admission & free
parking. 602-789-7222
JUL 2-5 FLAGSTAFF
55th Coconino County Horse Races
Fort Tuthill, exit 337 off I-17 - Exciting Thoroughbred
& Quarter Horse racing! Live pari-mutuel wagering,
open 11a, post time 1p. Adults $3, ages 6-12 $2, $5
parking. Call to confirm. 928-679-8000
JUL 3 SPRINGERVILLE-EAGAR
98th Annual Rodeo and 4th of July Celebration
Parade 10a, Eagar to Springerville. Rodeo 1:30p at
Rodeo Grounds, adm $10, ages 5-12 $5. Also pancake
breakfast, sidewalk sales, art walk, BBQ, rodeo dance
and fireworks. 1-866-733-2123
JUL 3 TAYLOR
Taylor 4th of July Celebration & Rodeo
Taylor Rodeo Complex - Firing of the anvil 5a, patri-
otic program 10a, rodeo 7p. Also Taylor 10K & 2 mile
run, softball tournaments, BBQ, dance, fireworks.
928-536-7366 or 928-536-4331
Taylor 4th of July
Celebration
Saturday, July 3rd
Taylor, Arizona
Home to
Arizona’s Largest
1 Night Rodeo
Start the day off with the firing of the Anvil at 5:00 am
Serenaded by the Jennings Band
Patriotic Program at 10:00 am • Rodeo at 7:00 pm
Other events include
Softball Tournaments • 2 mile/10K Run
BBQ • Fireworks
Town of Taylor Snowflake/Taylor
928-536-7366 Chamber of Commerce
928-536-4331
www.snowflaketaylorchamber.org
April-June 2010
JUL 3 BENSON
July 4th Celebration
Downtown - Parade at 9a. Benson is celebrating 130
years! Then Lions Park - Water fight 10:30a, enter-
tainment all day, fireworks show 8:30p. 520-586-4293
JUL 3-4 FLAGSTAFF
Independence Day Festival
Pioneer Museum - Living history groups: Civil War
Artillery Unit, Mountain Men, craft demos including
spinning, weaving, woodworking & camp cooking.
Adm $1 per person, 10a-4p. 928-774-6272
JUL 3-4 FLAGSTAFF
77th Annual Hopi Festival of Arts and Culture
Museum of Northern Arizona - Oldest Hopi show
in the world! 55+ carvers, painters, jewelers, potters,
quilters, basket weavers & more; cultural presenta-
tions, storytelling, music and dances; 9a-5p, $7-$4,
age 6 & under free. 928-774-5213
JUL 3-5 PINETOP
35th Annual Fine Arts & Crafts Show
Orchard behind Charlie Clark’s Restaurant - North-
eastern AZ Fine Arts Assoc. hosts vendors from all
over SW for show & sale of original works, Sat & Sun
9-5, Mon 9-4, free adm. 928-369-2939
JUL 4 WINSLOW
Independence Day Celebration
Join Winslow to celebrate the 4th of July. Largest
fireworks display in Northern Arizona begins shortly
after dusk at Emil Nasser Stadium accompanied by
patriotic music. Refreshments. Free adm/donations
accepted at gate. 928-289-2434
JUL 9-10 GALLUP, NM
17th Annual Wild Thing
Red Rock State Park - Thrilling action with non-stop
bull riding contests, $24,000 in prize money, prizes
for spectators also, spectacular fireworks display.
Starts 8p each night. 505-863-5402
JUL 10 PARKER
KLPZ 1380 AM FLOG™ Tournament
Emerald Canyon Golf Course - FLOG is golf spelled
backwards...have fun paying golf with a baseball bat!
This 9-hole best-ball affair is a fundraiser that ben-
efits a community organization. 928-669-9274
JUL 15-19 FLAGSTAFF
BLM Wild Horse & Burro Adoption
Flagstaff Hay and Grain - Bureau of Land Manage-
ment will offer wild horses & burros for adoption,
9a-5p. Th/Fr preview days, Sat. silent auction, Sun. &
Mon. adopt remaining animals. Dates and locations
subject to change. 1-866-4MUSTANGS (468-7826)
JUL 17 CAMP VERDE
18th Annual Cornfest
Community Center, 395 S. Main - Corn-related
contests for all ages, corn on the cob, live music,
food & fun. Admission free, 5-11p. 928-567-2282 or
300-7077
JUL 17-18 PINETOP
23rd Annual Native American Art Festival
Blue Ridge High School, White Mt Blvd - Na-
tive American arts & crafts, demos, music, Native
American food, 9a-4p, $5 at the gate, under 12 free.
800-573-4031
Heber/Overgaard JULY 2-4
Chamber of
Commerce Fri. 10am - 6pm
Presents: Sat. 12pm - 6pm
Sun. 10am - 3pm
23rd Annual
Fourth oF July Festival In The Pines
Specialty Handmade Arts & Crafts
Food • Live Music • Kids Play Area • Games
Sat: Fun Run, Parade 11am
Fireworks Show 6pm, Mogollon High School
At Tall Timbers Navajo County Park
Off Highway 260 in Heber/Overgaard
Bring a Lawn Chair • $5 Parking Donation
For more Information Call: (928) 535-5777
April-June 2010
Things to Do
in Santa Cruz County
Amado
High Tea anyone? Visit the Amado
Territory Inn, located off I-19 at exit
48. In addition to tea parties, visitors
can also find three art galleries and the
Amado Steakhouse. 888-398-8684
Nogales
Historic Nogales Main Street: Stroll
down Morley Avenue to experience
stores established in the early 1900s
and still run by descendants of pioneer
merchants, or take in the fascinating
display at the Pimeria Alta Historical
Society Museum inside Old City Hall.
520-287-3685
Patagonia
Patagonia Lake State Park: Hiking
trails, boat rental, campgrounds, day
use area, picnic ramadas; also beach
access and regularly scheduled pon-
toon boat birding tours. 520-287-6965
Sonoita & Elgin
A Day at the Races: Head to the
Santa Cruz Fairgrounds in Sonoita on
April 24-25 and May 1-2. Simulcast
wagering from Turf Paradise. Conces-
sions on ground. Post time 1p, $4/
adults, under 12 free. 520-455-5553
Blessing of Sonoita Vineyards Fes-
tival: Head to Elgin April 24 for the
traditional ceremony followed by wine
tasting, food/wine pairings, winery
tours, live music, cost is $15, 10a-4p.
520-455-5893
Tumacacori
Tumacacori National Historical
Park: This abandoned Spanish colo-
nial mission was established in 1691.
Tour the church and mission grounds.
Located 45 miles south of Tucson, take
exit 29 off of I-19. 520- 398-2341
• Tasting Room
• Gift Shop
• Tours &Festivals
Open daily 10am -4pm
www.sonoitavineyards.com 520-455-5893
95th Annual
Sonoita Horse Races
Post Time
1 P.M.
April 24-25
May 1-2,‘10
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At the Sonoita Horse Races
The 95th running of the So-
noita Horse Races will take place
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at the Santa Cruz County Fair and
Th
Rodeo Association Grounds, located
at 3142 South Highway 83 (1/4 mile south
of the intersection of Highways 82 & 83) in
Sonoita, Arizona. The races will be held on
April 24-25 and May 1-2, 2010.
Post time for live quarter horse and
thoroughbred races is 1:00 pm with the gates
opening at 10:30 am. Come along for the El
Moro De Cumpas, Brophy Memorial, and
Frankie Figueroa Memorial, plus the Santa
Cruz County Derby and the Secretariat
Derby.
“Best Little Town in Arizona”
Check Out Ajo and See For Yourself
The small town of Ajo, lo-
cated 43 miles from the Mexican
w
ie
rv
border, is a charming community
e
ov
that’s proud of its past and enthusiastic
about its future. Come along and see why!
Hispanic influence is reflected in the
town’s name, which is Spanish for “garlic.”
The beautiful old Spanish style plaza is the
heart of Ajo; its traditional architecture
dates from 1917. The town’s Native Ameri-
can neighbors live nearby on the Tohono
O’odham Reservation. The extraordinarily
beautiful Organ Pipe Cactus National
Monument is 34 miles to the south.
For many years Ajo’s economy was
based upon copper mining. A lookout offers
a panoramic view of the 1 1/2 mile open pit
mine that was open from 1926 to 1985.
Today Ajo is a popular retirement
Live Quarter Horse
& Thoroughbred Racing
Simulcast Wagering from the world famous
Kentucky Derby and Turf Paradise
featuring the
“El Moro De Cumpas”
finals on
Saturday April 24
• Daily Cash Drawings • Food • Beverages •
• Merchandise Concessions •
Admission $4, Children 12 & under Free
Sponsored in part by Budweiser, Earhart Equiptment
and the Santa Cruz County Fair & Rodeo
For more info please call 520-455-5553
520-455-5553
As usual there will be simulcast wager-
ing from Turf Paradise all four days with the
Kentucky Derby featured on May 1. There
are daily cash drawings. Traditional Mint
Juleps, great food and other concessions add
to the fun of racing excitement.
Admission is $4.00 for adults; children
12 and under are free. Parking is also free.
Military Appreciation Day is Saturday, April
24th. ID is required. Sponsored in part by
Budweiser, Earhart Equipment, and L & L
Transport.
Ajo C of C: 520-387-7742
ajocofc@tabletoptelephone.com
community with year round blue skies,
low humidity - and pure air that the urban
centers cannot offer. Visitors enjoy recreation
such as tennis, golf, hiking, birding and rock
hunting.
Ajo celebrates the richness of its desert
location with the Annual Sonoran Shindig
Celebration of the Desert, held in March.
Other annual events include the Great West-
ern Street Fair and the Unique Home Tour,
both in November.
Located on Hwy 85 about two hours
by car from Phoenix or Tucson, Ajo is one of
Arizona’s great finds.
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CALENDAR
APR 10-11 TUBAC
Hidden Treasures of Santa Cruz Valley,
Open Studio Tour
Tubac Center of the Arts - Rare chance to
meet artists at work as well as visit scenic S.
AZ. Self-guided, FREE. Tour Sampler Exhibi-
tion on display concurrently at the Tubac
Center of the Arts. 520-398-2371
APR 10-11 DOUGLAS
Cochise County Fair Assoc. Horse Races
Fairgrounds - Quarterhorse & Thorough-
bred live racing, pari-mutuel wagering
under direction of AZ Dept of Racing.
Gates open at noon. Adm: $3, parking free.
520-364-3819
APR 23-25 BENSON
Bluegrass in the Park
Lions Park - Workshops, jam sessions,
great lineup of bands including Gold Wing
Express, Cedar Hill, Lonesome Traveler and
more, call for ticket information. RV Camp-
ing free with 3-day pass. 520-586-2842
APR 30-MAY 2 SIERRA VISTA
Festival of the Southwest
On Fort Huachuca, open to the public -
Carnival, live music, entertainment, food
& craft vendors. Fri. 4p-11p, Sat. Noon-11p,
Sun. Noon-5p. Free adm. 5K Mutt March
Sat. 7:30a, $10. Regis: 520-538-0836; carni-
val tickets: 520-533-2404
MAY 8-9 ST. DAVID
Fiesta de la Primavera
Holy Trinity Monastery - 140 arts & crafts
vendors, variety of meals avail, entertain-
ment, mass on Sat & Sun, raffles, gift shop,
Monastery bakery, thrift store, Sat 10-5,
Sun 10-4, $3 parking. 520-720-4642
MAY 29-30 BISBEE
Bisbee Mineral Show
Queen Mine - View and purchase extraor-
dinary minerals from renowned collec-
tions, tour Bisbee’s famous underground
mine, 9a-5p. 520-432-2071
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Page 10 • Central AZ
Land of Legends
Explore Cochise County
Cochise County and its
communities have a rich past
ew
that helped shape the American
vi
er
West. Visitors have a new way to learn
Ov
about this diverse heritage. Cochise
Origins, a 22-minute video, is playing
at visitor centers and various attractions
within Cochise County.
You can also find the video and a wealth
of information on the Cochise County
Tourism Council’s website. Pick your inter-
est and explore to your heart’s content! Here
are just a few ideas to tickle your fancy.
• The Spanish first crossed into the U.S.
with Coronado’s famous expedition to find
the mythical Seven Cities of Cibola. Learn
about how western culture was shaped
by the Spanish and Mexican explorers at
Coronado National Memorial. In addition,
Douglas celebrates its Hispanic heritage
with its close ties to neighboring Agua
Prieta in Mexico.
• Cochise County is where the famous
Apache Indians Cochise and Geronimo
roamed. The Amerind Foundation Mu-
seum details the history of the Apaches and
explores the American Indian experience.
• Mining prospects led settlers across the
Western landscape. Gold? There was some,
Holy Trinity Monastery
Hwy 80 - St. David, Arizona
Fiesta de la
Primavera
Sat. May 8 - 10-5
Sun. May 9 - 10-4
Over 150 artists and craftsmen
Variety of entertainers
Food for all tastes
Raffle - $2000 in cash prizes
Masses: Saturday - 5:00 pm
Sunday - 10:30 am & Noon
Directions - I-10 to Benson
Hwy 80 to Milepost 202.5
520-720-4642
www.aztourist.com
Cochise County Tourism Council:
800-862-5273
www.explorecochise.com
but copper built much of Arizona’s wealth.
Learn about the impact of the mining
industry at the Bisbee Mining & Historical Archaeology exhibits teach visitors about
Museum. Explore the geologic forces that
made the region what it is by visiting the
Chiricahua National Monument and the
living caves in Kartchner Caverns State
Park.
• Iconic stories of the Old West are alive just 1 mile from Interstate 10 exit 318. The
in Tombstone and at the John Slaughter
Ranch. Visit the site of the infamous Old
West gunfight and the Tombstone Court-
house State Historic Park. A visit to Slaugh- nearly 5,000 feet of elevation, organized
ter Ranch near Douglas will bring to life
the days of the famous rancher and former
sheriff of Cochise County, John Slaughter.
• The famous Buffalo Soldiers made their chronicle Native American cultures from
base in Sierra Vista’s Fort Huachuca, and
the Army’s B Troop helped settle the West.
The Army post was established as a result of explored the American Southwest.
the Indian Wars of the late 1800s and many
artifacts of those times are represented in
the Fort Huachuca Museums.
Benson’s 5th Bluegrass in the Park, April 23-25
This is going to be a great event with
top bluegrass bands such as the Goldwing
Express, Cedar Hill, Lonesome Traveler,
Bost Family Traditions and Jam PAC - plus
workshops, jam sessions, children’s activi-
ties, and a wide variety of vendors. Be sure
to bring your lawn chairs!
Vineyards & Orchard Pro
Fort
Bowie duct
s Arizona Cowboy Museum
Wine, Farm Fresh Nuts & Fudge
Eastbound I-10, exit 362 (22 miles east of Willcox)
1-888-299-5951 or 520-847-2593
www.fortbowievineyards.net
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The Amerind Foundation
A Southern Arizona Treasure
What’s the best-kept secret
in Arizona museums? The Am-
lt ive
e
ur
Cu at
erind Foundation museum in Tex-
N
as Canyon. The Amerind museum
displays stunning Native American art
from throughout the Western Hemisphere.
the Native people of southern Arizona. The
art gallery displays works by some of the
finest painters of the American West.
Founded over 70 years ago, the Amerind
is located a one-hour drive east of Tucson,
Amerind’s graceful Mission style buildings
were built in the 1930s. The buildings are
set in a wonderland of rock formations. At
tours of the surrounding grasslands high-
light local wildlife.
In the museum, elegant exhibits
the Arctic to Peru. Visitors also learn about
Amerind archaeological expeditions that
Contemporary Native American artists
often demonstrate their skills to visitors.
These artists also teach workshops in
You can buy your tickets on-line at www.
bensonchamberaz.com; please print your
receipt and bring to the event. Ticket
receipt is required to enter. Tickets will
also be sold at the event.
520-586-2842
Rex Allen
& Cowboy Hall of Fame
10am - 4pm
150 N. Railroad Ave.
Willcox, Az
877-234-4111
Adm: $2, $3 couples
www.rexallenmuseum.org
April-June 2010
www.amerind.org
painting, weaving, pottery making, and
traditional cooking. Educational tours
visit Native American communities and
archaeological sites in the US and Mexico.
Leading scholars provide public talks
about cutting edge cultural and historical
research.
Visitors often remark at the beauty and
the quality of the Amerind museum. It’s
a destination that will delight you. The
Amerind museum is open 6 days a week,
Tuesday through Sunday, 10 to 4. For a list
of exhibit openings, educational programs,
and other special events, visit the Amerind
on-line at www.amerind.org.
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Located off I-10 in the spectacular rock formations of
Texas Canyon. Take Dragoon Road exit (# 318)
between Benson and Willcox.
Follow the signs!
Open Tuesday - Sunday, 10:00a.m. - 4:00p.m.
www.amerind.org 520.586.3666
Ramsey Canyon Inn
Bed & Breakfast
Hummingbird Capital of the USA!
For over 20 years, this world renowned Inn
has been delighting birders, hikers, and
naturalists. We are centrally located to all of
the wonderful attractions that Southeastern
Arizona offers.
www.ramseycanyoninn.com
520-378-3010
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Tucson Tidbits
The Interstellar Light Collector,
located a few miles from Kitt Peak
on the desert floor, attracts curious
people and ardent health-seekers who
bask in beams of moonlight reflected
by panels of 84 mirrors mounted on a
50-foot-tall, 25-ton hydraulic support.
More information is available at
www.starlightuses.com.
The new “A Tucson Walking
Tour in Women’s History” - the first
leg of the planned Arizona Women’s
Heritage Trail - takes visitors through
12 fascinating heritage sites, with two
additional points of interest, in down-
town Tucson. The tour highlights the
contributions of women from varied
ethnic groups and occupations who
lived in Tucson between roughly 1850
and 1940. Among them is nurse and
herbalist Theresa Marx Ferrin, who
spearheaded fundraising for the first
synagogue in Arizona (now the Jew-
ish History Museum). Brochures are
available at the Tucson Visitor Center,
La Placita Village, and from the web-
site at www.womensheritagetrail.org.
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excited about
all he learned
today?
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meet your child’s unique needs. Child Care
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through our extensive list of providers for
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Mama Louisa’s
Italian Food as It Was Meant to Be!
By Courtney Latham
le
If you are looking for a home away
fi
o
Pr from home, and a true Italian meal,
look no further than Mama Louisa’s.
An anchor amongst other area restaurants,
Mama Louisa’s has been serving fine Ital-
ian Food since 1956. Located at 2041 S.
Craycroft Rd., Mama Louisa’s is a Tucson
gem, full of charm, excellent food, and a
courteous attentive staff.
How is all this excellence achieved? Start-
ing at 7 am, the staff begins preparing
the day’s meals. They use only the best
ingredients to slow simmer their aged
tomato sauces, which are then used to
adorn their homemade pastas. By selecting
their meats, cheeses, fruit, and vegetables
from the best purveyors, the staff at Mama
Louisa’s cut no corners in providing the
best for their guests.
Their extensive menu offers chicken,
shrimp, veal, pork, pizza and traditional
homemade dishes like Manicotti, Can-
nelloni, Lasagna and Eggplant. Ask about
their famous Joe’s Special, homemade
linguini topped with garlic, hot peppers,
cheese and sauce.
Central Location
10%
Off
When you enter our breathtaking nine story indoor
atrium, you’ll find all the luxury and award winning
service of Marriott at the Main Gate.
At the University of Arizona Main Gate
880 E. Second Street Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 792-4100 • www.tucsonmarriotthotel.com
2041 S. Craycroft Rd., 85711
520-790-4702
From personal experience, walking
in feels as though you have just entered a
friend’s home. As we were being seated, we
passed a sumptuous soup and salad bar and
a number of families laughing and enjoy-
ing each other’s company. From the soft
drinks, wine, and full bar list, I opted for a
vanilla Italian soda as my beverage.
Shortly after, our appetizer arrived. We
sat enjoying the fresh baked breadsticks,
fried raviolis, Italian wedding soup, and the
jovial atmosphere. When the entree came
- a baked pasta dish - the aroma had hardly
done it justice. The sauce was hot and fla-
vorful and the pasta cooked to perfection.
You can top off your meal with desserts
that range from delicate cannoli to spu-
moni, tiramisu, or a delicious piece of cake.
When you are done, you will know why
Mama Louisa’s has been around for over 50
years and why they say “HOME COOKING
THE ITALIAN WAY.”
Southern AZ • Page 11
CALENDAR
APR 18 TUCSON
Greater Arizona Bicycle Swap Meet
Fourth Ave - Everything about or for bikes;
clothing, gear, bicycles of every descrip-
tion, parts, great prices & selection, free
adm, 6a-1p. www.fourthavenue.org
520-624-5004
APR 20-24 TUCSON
Tucson International Mariachi Conference
TCC - Workshops; Thurs: Participant Show-
case & Guinness World Record Attempt; Fri:
Espectacular Concert; Sat: Reid Park - out-
door fiesta w/ food, arts & crafts, Mariachis
& Folklorico dancers, 10a-10p. Call for ticket
info. 520-838-3908
APR 23-25 TUCSON
BLM Wild Horse & Burro Adoption
Pima County Fair at Fairgrounds - 9a-5p. Fri.
preview day, Sat. silent auction, Sun. adopt
remaining animals. Dates and locations
subject to change. 1-866-4MUSTANGS
(468-7826)
MAY 1 TUCSON
Tucson Street Rod Association’s
Rodders Days
Fourth Ave - See 250+ hot rods on display.
Paint jobs that cost more than a new Yugo,
chrome that has never seen a bug! Free
adm, 8a-3p. www.fourthavenue.org
520-624-5004
JUN 18-20 TUCSON
Annual Juneteenth Festival
Kennedy Park - America’s second day of
independence; performances, sports,
awareness, music; multicultural attendance
encouraged, free adm, Fri. 6-11p, Sat. 2-11p,
Sun. 4-8p. 520-908-4544 (message)
JUN 24 TUCSON
Annual Dia de San Juan Fiesta
W Congress St at Santa Cruz River - Cel-
ebrate the beginning of the “season of
monsoon rains” with a procession, dance,
refreshments and cultural entertainment,
Thursday, 5p-10p, free. 520-791-4040
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BoomTown Spree
Head to Miami (Arizona!) for Great Family Fun
The Miami, Arizona
Boomtown Spree, first held in
On
in ts
Go Lo
1939, was a rough and rowdy cel-
g
ebration for the proud, hardworking
miners of the area. The Spree of today
is a weekend filled with activities for the
whole family. Come enjoy the
fun April 16-18.
The event kicks off Friday
evening with a Parade followed
by music and the opening of
the Street Festival with live
entertainment throughout the
weekend.
Highlight of the Boomtown
Spree is the Annual Arizona
State Mining Championship
on Saturday. Men and women compete for
prize money, belt buckles and bragging
rights, showing off skills of the miner’s
trade. Not to be missed!
Cinco De Mayo Tex-Mex-Fest
Don’t Miss this Exciting NEW Event in Globe
For some brand new fun,
don’t miss Globe’s Cinco De
is ’t
M on
It
Mayo Tex-Mex-Fest being held
s
D
on April 30 and May 1st, headlined
by the Bands “TIERRA” and “Little
Joe y La Familia”. There will be
entertainment and games, includ-
ing those run by the Arizona
Diamondbacks, and over 40
vendors selling everything from
traditional Mexican food and
drinks to jewelry and art.
Tickets are now on sale online
and at City Hall in Globe, AZ on
150 N. Pine St. Prices are $30.00
for a 1-day pass and $50.00 for a
2-day pass.
This fun-filled family event will begin
at noon on Friday with a battle of the Ma-
riachi Bands competition. Afterwards, the
salsa and R&B infused all-stars of TIERRA
www.aztourist.com www.facebook.com/aztouristnews
928-473-4185
www.miamiboomtownspree.org
Also featured on Saturday are the Car
Show & Shine, the Copper Crawl - a de-
manding run through the local hills along
5-K and 13-K courses - and the
Keystone Stair Climb, a race up
155 steps trod daily by miners
of the past.
Sunday features the Copper
Cities Rotary Bed Race. Beds
on wheels are pushed by a team
of runners while the crowd
cheers their favorites on. Youth
Mining Events and more enter-
tainment keep things hopping
right up to the end of festivities.
Hours are Friday 5-9 pm, Saturday 9 am-9
pm, and Sunday 10 am-5 pm. Admission
and parking are free. Now on Facebook!
www.city-of-globe.ticketleap.com
/texmexfest2010
will take the stage for a 2-hour perfor-
mance beginning at 7:30.
Saturday’s events begin at
10 am and will include La Reina
De Las Flores Competition, Bal-
let Folklorico, a jalapeno eating
contest, and nonstop live music
all day. That evening the wildly
acclaimed Little Joe y La Familia
will perform a 2-hour show.
This is the biggest event
ever to come to Globe! Get your
tickets now and make sure you
will be there to enjoy it with us.
Event updates can be found by visiting the
city website at www.globeaz.gov.
Historic Globe Miami
A Destination you will remember
20 Shops specializing in Quality Antiques & Collectibles,
Advertising, Western, Jewelry, Furniture, Mining, Linens and much more!
Pick up your
FREE Walking Map
at any participating shop
www.gmteconnect.com
Apache Gold Casino Resort
A True Desert Oasis for Fun and Relaxation
The Apache Gold Casino
Resort in San Carlos, Arizona is
le
fi
the ideal destination for any tourist
o
Pr
or Arizonian in search of fun and
relaxation. Located in pristine Eastern
Arizona, this one of a kind casino lies on the
Apache Reservation just East of Globe on
Highway 70.
Apache Gold is home to the most penny
games in the state of Arizona, including
the four level mystery progressive, “Apache
Legends” exclusively at Apache Gold. You
can also play nickel, quarter, dollar and five
dollar slots, 24 hours a day, seven days a
week.
For live game enthusiasts, Apache Gold
also offers two dollar minimum Blackjack,
and Texas Hold ‘Em Poker. If Bingo is your
game, there is 200-seat live Bingo offered
seven days a week.
You will always feel like a winner as a
member of the Apache Gold Players Club.
More Cool Things to Do
Apache Stronghold Golf Course -The
#1 public golf course in Arizona as rated by
Golfweek America. Just East of Globe on
Hwy 70. 800-APACHE-8, www.apache-
goldcasinoresort.com
The Arts and Antiques District - Home
to over 20 antique dealers and artists’
studios in Globe Miami. Get a map at the
chamber, located at 1360 N. Broad St., and
start your treasure hunt. 800-804-5623
Besh-Ba-Gowah Archaeological Park,
Globe - A glimpse into the long vanished
Salado culture. Visitors are encouraged
to walk within restored rooms in this
700-year old pueblo and also to visit the
museum. Open 9-5, adm: $4, 65 and over
$3, under 12 free. 928-425-0320
April-June 2010
1-800-272-2438
www.apachegoldcasinoresort.com
Use your Players Card to redeem for meals
at the Apache Grill or Wickiup Buffet, hotel
rooms, souvenirs and other valuable prizes.
At the Apache Gold Best Western enjoy
spacious hotel rooms connected to the
casino. Apache Gold offers a state-of-the-art
convention center, a 60-space RV park with
all the amenities, an event pavilion, and the
award winning “Apache Stronghold” golf
course, all nestled in the beautiful desert
mountains.
The Apache Gold Fun Bus and Charter
Tours offer a great way to get away and en-
joy a scenic ride on your way to the exciting
Apache Gold Casino Resort.
There’s plenty to do to help you unwind,
yet never a dull moment at Apache Gold
Casino Resort.
Boyce Thompson Arboretum - Its 323
acres include a wide range of habitats, a 1.5
main loop mile walking trail and several
demonstration gardens. Hwy 60, 3 miles
west of Superior. Open daily 8-5. Adm:
$7.50 adults, $3 kids 5-12. 520-689-2811
Round Mountain Park - This city park
is one of the most beautiful hiking spots
in the Globe area. Located at the end of N.
South Street, the trails are 1.5-3 miles in
length offering various levels of difficulty.
Maps are available at the chamber.
800-804-5623
The Superstition Mountain Museum -
Exhibits cover geology, natural history,
Native American culture, the story of
Jacob Waltz, the “Lost Dutchman”- and
more. Daily 9-4. 4087 N. Apache Trail,
Apache Junction. 480-983-4888
BESH•BA•GOWAH
ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK
RUINS, MUSEUM, AND ETHNOBOTANICAL GARDEN
14th Century Salado Indian Ruins & Reconstructed
Rooms Depicting Ancient Lifestyles
Open: 9am-5pm - 7 days a week • Handicapped
Accessible • Group Tours by Arrangement
• Located just outside of Globe
928-425-0320
25% OFF with Coupon
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CALENDAR Loggers Sawdust Festival Things to Do

APR 10 PAYSON
Payson Civil War Reenactment - The
20th Anniversary Competition in Payson, June 5-6 in Rim Country
Battle of Payson Payson, Arizona’s Cool paysonrimcountry.com/sawdustfestival • East Verde Recreation Area
150+ actors from We Make History with full

en ng
Mountain Town, is proud to Streamside and scattered campsites,

Ev citi
artillery and costumes will bring this fun

and educational experience to life. www.
paysonrimcountry.com or 928-474-5242 x7
APR 17 PAYSON
No Quarter, Tribute to Led Zeppelin
Mazatzal Hotel & Casino Event Center -
Tickets $10. 800-777-7529, ext. 5404
MAY 7-9 PAYSON
Payson Art League ‘Neath the Rim’ Open
Studio Tour
21 juried artists exhibiting in 16 studio
locations, fine art and fine craft. Demos, re-
freshments, 10a-5p daily, map at chamber
and library, free adm. 928-474-6071
MAY 13-15 PAYSON
Gary Hardt Memorial Spring Rodeo
Payson Multi Event Ctr, Hwy 87 - See ad for
details. 928-468-6684
MAY 15 PAYSON
Aero Fair
Payson Municipal Airport - Classic & light
sport aircraft. Vintage & classic cars. Air-
plane rides, crafts, food vendors, pancake
breakfast (till 10:30a), FREE adm, 7:30a-2p.
928-472-4748, www.paysonairport.com
MAY 15 PAYSON
Evil Waze - Tribute to Carlos Santana
Mazatzal Hotel & Casino Event Center -
Tickets $10. 800-777-7529, ext. 5404
t
Ex announce the celebration of the
20th Annual Payson Loggers Sawdust
Festival on June 5-6, 2010.
This event celebrates the tough men and
women that made a living from the log-
ging industry in the surrounding National
Forests. The laid back atmosphere of fam-
ily fun draws thousands of enthusiastic
onlookers and expert competitors from all
over the Southwest. From the very young to
the very old, there’s something for every-
one!
Professional loggers and amateurs alike
will descend upon Payson to compete in
traditional logger style games for over
$12,000 in cash and prizes. The grand
prize, the coveted “Logger of the Year,”
will go to the logger with the most points
at the end of the two-day event. In order
to achieve the “Logger of the Year” status,
each participant will need to execute tradi-
tional logging skills as well as exhibit great
stamina, accuracy and teamwork.
All events are open to the public and you
are encouraged to sign up and participate
with your family. Several events are aimed
at the audience such as the Cigar Smok-
ing Fire Fighting - where a group of 10
people don forest service bladder packs and
try to put out their competitors’ smoking
cigar and be the last one standing - and the
greased pole climb.
Tree Pro Inc. is this year’s title sponsor.
STIHL Inc., one of our corporate sponsors,
will be providing many products and prizes
including a brand new Chain Saw that will
be raffled off at the festival. There will be
great prizes for the kids’ competitions,
too.
Other sponsors include Home Depot,
Coca Cola, The Town of Payson, Rim
Country Regional Chamber of Commerce,
Payson Round Up, Boy Scouts of America,
Bob Lee & Sons Tree Service, Payson Re-
gional Medical Center and APS.
If you or your kids would like to com-
pete, please visit the website, where you’ll
find a complete list of events, prize money
information, and directions on how you
can register. Hurry before the events fill up!
Admission prices are $10 for adults; chil-
dren 12 and under are FREE.
trout fishing, hiking, birding, fall
colors, photography, Payson Ranger
Station. 928-474-7900
• Strawberry School (c.1885)
Treasured landmark and registered
historical site. Authentic demonstra-
tions of pioneer life. 1-800-6PAYSON
• Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery
Fish-feeding, self-guided tour, pho-
tography, birding. Forest Road 289,
Arizona Game & Fish, Tonto Creek.
928-478-4200
• T onto Natural Bridge State Park
(open till Sept. 27)
World’s largest natural travertine
bridge, 183 feet high, 400 foot long
tunnel. Hiking trails, ADA view
points. 928-476-4202
• Zane Grey Cabin Replica
Zane Grey’s famous cabin, destroyed
in the Dude Fire, has been recon-
structed in meticulous detail, located
in Green Valley Park. 928-474-3483

JUN 5-6 PAYSON

Make us your friend
Payson Arizona Loggers Sawdust Festival
- 20th Anniversary
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See story for details. 928-474-5242 x7
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Community Center & Ramada - Food
vendors, lots of strawberry favorites, craft
booths, entertainment & kids activities. Payson Inn
Featuring Arizona Ghostriders. Sat 9-5, Sun 801 N. Beeline Hwy.
10-3, free adm. 928-476-3655 Payson, AZ 85541

JUN 13 PAYSON
(928)474-3241 Spa
39th Annual Arizona State Chili Cookoff www.bestwesternpaysoninn.com Pool
Mazatzal Hotel & Casino - Taste and vote Free Continental Breakfast • Fitness Room
for People’s Choice with a $5 tasting kit. Spacious Rooms Overlooking Courtyard
Slots
Outdoor arts & crafts booths. Free adm, Seasonal Outdoor Pool Keno
11a-4p. lmathiesen@777play.com
Ask for the special Aztourist Rate! Hotel
Bingo
Poker
Arcade
The Grille
May 13, 14 & 15 Payson, AZ Gift Shop
Gates open at 5 pm.
Performances start at 7 pm. Blackjack
Payson Multi Event Center Players Club
75 minutes North of Scottsdale Fitness Room
on Highway 87.
Banquet Facilities
• Thurs. Women’s Events
Entry “Can of Food” Cedar Ridge Restaurant
Addmission:
• Fri. “Tough Enough to Wear Pink” Adults $14 Apache Spirits Lounge
Wear pink & $1 will be donated Seniors $12
to Breast Cancer Association. Children (8 to 12) $10,
• Sat. Rodeo Performance at 7 pm. 7 and under FREE!

For online ticketing go to For more Information call

www.ticketforce.com 928-468-6684
Photo by Dennis Fender
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Phoenix “Points of Pride” Reserve Your Spot in the “Big Top”

A Selection of Phoenix Attractions The Shriners Circus is Coming to Scottsdale!
By poll, residents of http://phoenix.gov/arts/pridepts.html 480-946-3696 or
Phoenix have chosen 32 at- It’s Shriners Circus Time 602-469-0771

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tractions that they are especially with interpretive displays, the Glyph Shop

proud of. Located within the city
limits and marked with special points of
pride signs, these include cultural facilities,
historic residences, mountain peaks and
charming parks.
Have a look at our partial list below
and if you haven’t yet enjoyed a visit to
these special places, plan a night out,
weekend outing or even a city vacation to
experience the Points of Pride of Phoenix.
Camelback Mountain
E. McDonald Dr. at Tatum Blvd., 602-
256-3220
Hiking and climbing are popular at this
75.8-acre park, the city’s most prominent
landmark. Camelback Mountain and the
Echo Canyon Recreation Area feature sheer
red cliffs.
Deer Valley Rock Art Center
3711 W. Deer Valley Rd., 623-582-8007
The Deer Valley Rock Art Center is a 47-
acre nature preserve that contains more
than 1,500 petroglyphs on more than 500
boulders throughout the Hedgpeth Hills,
a sacred Indian site. There’s a visitor center
with books, clothing and jewelry.
Historic Heritage Square
115 N. Sixth St., 602-262-5071
Historic Heritage Square recalls the city’s
settlement in the 1800s. The city block of
museums, gift shops and restaurants are
housed in the only remaining group of
residential structures from the original
town site of Phoenix. Featured is the Ros-
son House.
Mystery Castle
800 E. Mineral Road, 602-268-1581
Adjacent to South Mountain, Mystery
Castle is a native stone castle that features
18 rooms, 13 fireplaces, parapets, many
charming nooks and crannies and histori-
cal treasures and antiques from all over
Arizona.
St. Mary’s Basilica
Third and Monroe Streets, 602-354-2100
Founded in 1881, St. Mary’s is the oldest
Catholic church in Phoenix. Tours are
available on each Wednesday at 12:30 pm.
Experience Arizona’s largest collection of
historic stained glass windows.
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fun and excitement of the big top
coming to WestWorld in Scottsdale,
September 17th - 19th, Friday,
Saturday and Sunday. The circus
helps supports the activities of the
El Zaribah Shriners.
The Jordon World Circus has
scheduled performances Friday:
6:30 pm, Saturday: 11 am, 3 pm &
6:30 pm, and Sunday: 11 am, 3 pm
& 6:30 pm. WestWorld is located
at 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale.
Tickets are $15.00 and children
under 12 are free with a paying adult.
Tickets may be purchased one hour
prior to each show. Visa and MasterCard
accepted. No reserve seating.
Coming direct from Las Vegas,
Nevada, the recognized ‘Entertainment
Capital of the World’, the Jordon World
Circus has been bringing entertainment
to children of all ages in every corner of
North America. Come out and see why this
superb spectacle is America’s most loved
family touring attraction.
One boy’s and one girl’s bicycle
will be given away at each performance.
Elephant and pony rides are available at
each performance for the children.
This circus is a virtual
festival that features a celebration
of man’s triumph over his own
physical limitations. The seeming-
ly impossible is easily performed.
Amazing and amusing wild and
domestic animals will perform,
entertain and enlighten. High
above the circus rings, daring
aerialists will astound you with
daring feats. This year’s two-hour
show is a package that is a kaleidoscope of
color, sight and sound wrapped up with the
crazy antics of the circus clowns putting on
the finishing touches.
Tickets are selling fast, so you had bet-
ter make plans to attend soon, if you don’t
want to be left out. The circus just won’t be
the same if you are not there. Call Jack at
480-946-3696 today for more information.
See you at the big show!
Net Proceeds from this activity are
for the benefit of El Zaribah Shriners.
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Mesa has much to offer: the
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and dining to suit all tastes. Check out
these latest happenings:
Play Ball! The Cactus League Experience
Ty Cobb once soothed his old spring train-
ing aches and pains at the Buckhorn Baths
mineral spas in Mesa. Willie Mays was
the first to hit a homer at Phoenix Mu-
nicipal Stadium. And Mickey Mantle and
Joe DiMaggio played one season of spring
training baseball together in Arizona.
These are just some of the moments
that make up the rich history of Cactus
League baseball and a few of the tales being
told in Play Ball: The Cactus League Expe-
rience at the Arizona Museum for Youth,
35 N. Robson, Downtown Mesa.
Baseball fans and history buffs alike
will have the opportunity to set their sights
on never-before-seen items gathered from
private collections of Arizonans who knew
the likes of Ted Williams, Sandy Koufax
and Willie McCovey. Interactive elements
including Wii stations, push-button film
montages honoring the past and present,
baseball art, and activities are all part of
the experience. PlayBallExperience.com
Star-studded Events
Arizona boasts numerous obser-
vatories, and the desert skies continue
to be some of the finest in the world for
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astronomical observations. Here in Mesa,
the setting sun offers visitors a whole new
spectacular view. Don’t go to bed early
because you won’t want to miss the exciting
star-studded events that Mesa has to offer
under Arizona’s bright night sky.
Grab your flashlight and head out
to Usery Mountain Pass, located at the
western end of the Goldfield Mountains, to
experience the sights of the desert at night
while learning about our solar system. As
part of their “Stargazing for Everyone”
series, experts will tell stories and teach
park visitors about the moon, stars, planets
and galaxies while viewing the sky through
a telescope. Visitors are encouraged to bring
chairs and snacks for their own comfort
throughout the 2-hour program. Upcoming
dates are Saturdays, April 10 and May 15 at
7:30 pm. 480-984-0032
Catch the last of MACFEST
MacFest! is a free arts and cultural
festival held in downtown Mesa every Sat-
urday October through April from 10 am
to 4 pm. Visitors can purchase handmade
creations from artists, food from local res-
taurants and enjoy live music and perform-
ing artists both along Main Street and on
the Mesa Arts Center campus. MacFest! has
also started a farmers market on McDonald
as part of the free festival. For exhibition
listings and special event information at
each location, visit MesaArtsCenter.com.
Historic Apache Trail
Explore the Old West
A drive along the world-
famous Apache Trail features an
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a ghost town and a scenic steamboat
ride across a mountain lake, all nestled
in the beautiful Sonoran Desert landscape
that captures the true essence of Arizona.
One of the most popular day trips
from Mesa is up the historic Apache Trail
through the mysterious Superstition
Mountains and Tonto Natural Forest to
Canyon Lake. You will see breathtaking
canyons and mountain vistas, towering
Saguaro cacti and, in the spring, colorful
desert wildflowers.
You can visit prehistoric Indian ruins
and museums, pan for gold in the ghost
town of Goldfield, tour of one of 50 old
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corner of Main and Macdonald Streets in
downtown Mesa. The sculpture is visually
stunning.
Inspired by painter Grant Wood’s
American Gothic, sculptor Seward
Johnson has transformed the figures into
a three-dimensional scene that towers over
treetops and looms above pedestrians. The
sculpture is part of a series by Johnson
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mines, explore the back roads by Jeep tour,
and visit Tortilla Flat, an old stage coach
stop with a population of six.
Complete your tour at Canyon Lake with
a “Mark Twain” voyage aboard the Dolly
Steamboat, a replica of a sternwheeler
paddleboat. Cruise the lake’s secluded inner
waterways and photograph desert bighorn
sheep if you are fortunate to see them. The
90-minute nature cruise or twilight dinner
cruise will complete your step-back-in-time
experience.
Directions: From Mesa take U.S. 60 east,
exit at Idaho Road and travel north to con-
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a significant impact on our culture - and
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town Mesa Association/ Ultimate Imagi-
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loan of the sculpture from The Sculpture
Foundation, a not for profit entity that
encourages the placement and sharing of
public art.
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ture Foundation, 310-264-2400.
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Spotlight on Historic Home & Building Tour MORE EVENTS

The Verde Valley
Named by early Spanish explorers,
the Verde (Green) Valley has long been
Jerome Boasts Longest Running Tour in AZ
Plans are under way
for the 45th Annual Jerome
MAY 7-9 PAGE
Page/Lake Powell Cruisin’
Page City Park - All Makes, Models, Years of
928-649-3847 Trucks, Cars & Motorcycles welcome.
www.pagechamber.com, 928-645-2741

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a magnet for both wildlife and people.

The valley is one of Arizona’s richest
agricultural regions, including area
vineyards which are rising in popular-
ity. Cottonwood and Clarkdale are old
copper-smelting towns, while Camp
Verde was an army post back in the days
of the Indian Wars - visit Fort Verde
State Historic Park for an insight into
that time period. Here are some other
events and attractions for you to enjoy:
Camp Verde: Montezuma Castle
National Monument
Numerous Sinagua cliff dwellings and
irrigation works built during the 12th
century. Open daily from 8-5. 928-567-
3322
Clarkdale, June 10: Rare National
Monument Lighting Event
Tuzigoot National Monument - Rare
National Monument lighting and eve-
ning prehistoric astronomy program,
7:30p, free. 928-634-5564
u
Historic Home and Building
iq
Un Tour on May 15-16th. This longest
running tour in the state of Arizona
promises a look at both the historic gems
of this charming town and a few new Vic-
torian and contemporary
delights.
This is a guided
tour with transportation
provided from home to
home. The all-volunteer
docents will explain the
history and the fascinat-
ing stories behind each
venue. There are plenty of
Photo by Donna Chesler
steps and winding paths
so the tour will not be handicapped acces-
sible.
This year promises to be an exciting
and interesting tour of 8 Jerome Originals. famous ‘Spook Hall’. As an added bonus,
There will be four residential homes on
the vertical back streets of Jerome, lov-
ingly restored and lived in - much as the
original residents did 100 years ago. The
Historic Connor Hotel, built in 1898, will
be opened to the public. The United Verde projects for the coming year. Tours begin at
Apartments, which housed not only min-
ers but offices and clinics in 1918 and was
once the nicest building in town, will be on
the tour with a look inside renovated spaces
now featuring a vacation rental, charming
apartments and shops. The Cheifetz House
was once home to politi-
cian Alfredo Gutierrez
and now boasts one of the
town’s loveliest gardens.
The Audrey Head
Frame has recently
opened as Jerome’s new-
est attraction for the first
time since its closure in
1938. This is the largest
and oldest mining struc-
ture in Arizona and, during its productive
life, raised over $125 million worth of ore.
End the tour with refreshments at Jerome’s
a ticket to the Home Tour will entitle the
holder to free admission to the Jerome
Mine Museum.
The proceeds from this event will
benefit The Jerome Chamber of Commerce
9 am with the last one each day starting at 3
pm. Tickets for adults are $12 and children
3-12 are $6 with 2 & under free. For more
information, contact Coleen: 928-649-3847.
chamber@pagechamber.com
MAY 8-9 WILLIAMS
Grand Canyon Railway Presents:
National Train Day
Special locomotive & caboose tours and
model train layouts; live entertainment; a
special running of the Cataract Creek Ram-
bler Steam Engine. 800-863-0546
MAY 29-31 FLAGSTAFF
Memorial Weekend Fine Art & Craft Show
Wheeler Park, Aspen & Hwy. 180 (Humphrey)
downtown - Sat-Mon, unusual & decorative
handcrafted art & craft. Sat & Sun 9a-5p, Mon
9a-4p, free adm & parking. 602-789-7222
JUN 4-5 CAMP VERDE
Verde Valley Crawdad/Shrimp Fest
Community Center - Shrimp, crawdads,
hamburgers, hot dogs, beer; Cajun Costume
Party Sat. night- cash prizes; raffle- $2000 in
cash prizes daily; food 5-9p, fest till 10:30p.
Adm: $5/ under 12 free.
www.verdevalleyrangers.org
JUN 26 VALLE-WILLIAMS
High Country Warbirds Fly-In
Valle-Grand Canyon Airport - Antique &
warbird fly-bys, P-38 Int’l Assoc. meets, Air
Museum Planes of Fame, membership rides,
gates open at 8a, $8, under 12- $2, free park-
ing. 928-635-1000
JUN 28-JUL 4 PRESCOTT
123rd Prescott Frontier Days®, Inc. World’s

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8 thrilling rodeo performances, Az’s largest
rodeo parade, kiddie parade, fine arts &
amber & ter crafts show, rodeo & street dances, Fourth of
385 S. Main St. July celebration & more. Info: 800-358-1888,
928-567-9294 • www.visitcampverde.com Tickets: 866-407-6336
"Stay and play... you can do it all from here!"

Tours, meals and overnight stays available at this

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www.arcosanti.org
45th Annual AUTHENTIC
Jerome Historic NATIVE AMERICAN
Building & ARTS, CRAFTS
Home Tour & JEWELRY
Arizona’s longest
running home tour Visit the most popular rest area/view
point in the Coconino National Forest,
Saturday, May 15 and the Oak Creek Vista Overlook.
Sunday, May 16, 2010 Enjoy scenic views of the Mogollon
Rim, Oak Creek Canyon and Sedona.
9:00 am to 3:00 pm Interact with Native American Vendors
and take a piece of their culture and
Adults . . . $12 tradition home with you!
Children 3 - 12 . . . $6
Under 2 . . . Free
Oak Creek Vista OVerlOOk
on Hwy 89A (14 miles south of Flagstaff)
Sponsored by CLEAN RESTROOMS • OPEN YEAR ROUND
Jerome Chamber of Commerce For more information call
(928) 634-2900 or (928) 649-3847
928-526-2968
April-June 2010
Williams Bustles with Summer Fun Winslow: More Than a Day Trip
Lively Events with Tradition at their Heart
The theme for the Wil-
liams’ Memorial Day parade
to ots
do
this year is “Hometown History”.
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This will hold special meaning for
the community in 2010 as Williams is
set to reflect on its rich history
during many great events hap-
pening this summer.
The sounds of history will
be heard May 8th & 9th as the
inaugural National Train Day
celebration takes place at the
Grand Canyon Railway with a
special running of the Cataract
Creek Rambler steam engine
along with lots of other train related activi-
ties. The Grand Canyon Railway first ran
its steam engine to the Grand Canyon in
1901.
Williams was founded by a trapper
named William Sherley Williams. His
legacy lives on with the Original Buckskin-
ners of Williams, a group dedicated to
preserving the traditions of the early trap-
pers of the West. On Memorial Weekend,
May 29th - 30th, this group will once again
Rendezvous in Williams. Authentic black
powder shoots and a Traders Row consist-
ing of turn of the century crafts and games
are all being planned for this kick off sum-
Pine Country Restaurant
107 N. Grand Canyon Blvd.
Williams, Az. 86046
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
& Delicious Homemade Pies
Restaurant
Gift Shop Phn: (928)635-9718
Fax: (928)635-4568
Art Gallery
(866)320-9718
pinecountry@qwestoffice.net
Whether you want to hike or
bike one of the many trails of
the Kaibab National Forest, play
a round or two of championship
golf at Elephant Rocks, board
the Grand Canyon Railway
for a scenic trip, break in that
new fishing rod, cruise historic
Route 66 or simply stroll the
charming historic Main Street
shops and galleries...
Williams has it all!
For More Information or for a Complete Listing of 2010 Events Call 800-863-0546
www.williamschamber.com
www.aztourist.com www.facebook.com/aztouristnews
800-863-0546
mer weekend.
The Planes of Fame Air Museum in
Valle, a short 30-minute drive north of
Williams, has on display the
aeronautical history of our
country. On June 26th this
history is celebrated with a
High Country War Birds Air
Display, a fantastic air show that wreckage from the World Trade Center of
is fun for the whole family!
Celebrating 101 years
of parades in Williams, the
July 4th parade will continue
in its historical tradition at 6 pm through
downtown Williams, Sunday July 4th. The self-guided tours through the delightful
“Hometown” tradition lives on during this gardens and unique architecture.
popular weekend with local BBQs, tradi-
tional ice cream socials, and a good old
fashioned shooting competition brought to
you by the Cowboys Shooters Association
and the Railhead Shoot.
This cool mountain town in Northern
Arizona nestled at the base of Bill Williams
Mountain will be bustling with activity all
summer long! Look for updates at www.
williamschamber.com or call for more
information.
Dee & Jim
Don’t Miss This Event!
Seehorn
JUN 26 FLAGSTAFF
Owners
Since 1997
Made in the Shade Beer Tasting Festival
Coconino Co. Fairgrounds, I-17 at
Flagstaff Airport Exit - Taste 100+
micro-brewed beers. Food (extra $) &
live entertainment, 1-5pm. Tickets $40/
adv, $50/gate; VIP ticket $80/$90.
www.azbeer.com 928-779-1775
Exciting Events at the Gateway
to the Grand Canyon®:
May 8 - 9
Grand Canyon Railway Presents:
National Train Day
May 29-31
Rendezvous in Williams
June 10-12
2010 Arizona State H.O.G. Rally
June 18-19
2010 Multicultural Arts, Crafts
and Antique Expo
June 26
High Country War Birds Air Display
July 1-4
Small Town 4th of July
See What It’s All About
The Eagles immortalized
Winslow with the lyrics “Stand-
ew
vi
ing on the corner in Winslow Ari-
er
Ov
zona.” Thousands come to stand on
the corner and have their photo taken...
but don’t rush off! Stay awhile and explore
- you’ll be amazed at what there is to see
and do!
Did you know that Winslow’s Remem-
brance Garden holds the largest pieces of
any community in the U.S.?
Did you know that Winslow is home
to one of the few remaining Fred Harvey
Hotels built by the Santa Fe Railroad in
the 1930s? The elegant La Posada offers
RB Burnham & Co Trading Post
Quality Native American Art for Five Generations
RB Burnham & Co
trading post, located in Sand-
e
il
ers AZ, has been in operation for
of
Pr
over 35 years. Rich in history and
culture, this old post is not where one
would find souvenirs like polished rocks
or beaded key chains. Take a step back in
time to a place where the locals gather to do
their business, shop, and visit with friends.
Resident trader, Bruce Burnham,
fulfills his role in the community by being
the banker, the grocer, the buyer, and the
one to turn to for help. Relationships are
maintained and Navajo culture preserved
despite the world speeding by.
At the core, however, is the integral
process of creating and maintaining a
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History permeates Winslow... not the
least being Route 66, the Mother Road
of America, which passes right through
the center of town. Classic diners, antique
shops and memorabilia of the ‘50s entice
many visitors.
If you prefer outdoor recreation, the
high desert hides an amazing secret: Mc-
Hood Park Clear Creek Reservoir formed
by a fresh cool stream that is perfect for
floating, boating and canoeing.
Train buffs will enjoy Winslow
Railroad Days on April 22-25. Or come
celebrate the 4th of July in Winslow with
the largest fireworks display in Northern
Arizona accompanied by patriotic music.
www.rbburnhamtrading.com
market to support the commerce of Navajo
weaving. RB Burnham & Co has a wide
reputation for dealing in Native American
art and jewelry of the utmost quality and
selection.
The rug gallery is just one of the many
reasons to stop by the post. Or, if a trip to
the reservation is not on the itinerary, look
for a nearby RB Burnham & Co Native
Auction venue. These monthly auctions
directly benefit the artist while raising
funds for non-profits supporting Native art
and culture. For more information see our
website.
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The Best in Western Art
Phippen Museum Presents 36th Annual Show & Sale
Spend Memorial Day
se be
weekend with more than 120
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of the best Western artists from
No
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across the nation at the Phippen Mu-
seum’s 36th Annual Western Art Show
& Sale, May 29th - 31st.
This highly anticipated and
prestigious outdoor art show
and sale is actually many sepa-
rate events rolled into one: the
Miniature Masterpieces Show
and Sale, the children’s activity
area, award presentations, a live
art auction, Quick Draw events,
and the spectacular Denim to
Diamonds Gala.
This annual show on the historic Court-
house Plaza in downtown Prescott, Arizona,
features established and up-and-coming
Western artists who work in the following
media: oil, watercolor, acrylic, mixed media,
pastels, sculpture and drawing. Attendees
will be able to meet participating artists in
an informal setting and purchase artwork
directly from the creator.
The Quick Draw art demonstrations
allow 15 to 20 artists an opportunity to cre-
ate a piece of artwork in only 45 minutes.
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Walk to the Courthouse Square and Whiskey Row
Studio Suites with Kitchenette, Free Breakfast, Free Internet
TOP SPRING EVENTS
April 24th The Whiskey Off Road
Mtn. Bike Event
Downtown Prescott 8AM
www.epicrides.com
May 1st Prescott YMCA Whiskey
Row Marathon
Downtown Prescott 6AM-Noon
www.prescottymca.org
May 8th-9th Mtn.Artist Guild Spring Show
Courthouse Plaza Prescott 9AM-5PM
www.mountainartistsguild.org
May 29-31st Offstreet Festival
Prescott Chamber Lot 9AM-5PM
www.prescott.org
www.aztourist.com
928-778-1385
www.phippenartmuseum.org
Completed in front of a huge crowd of on-
lookers, these pieces are then auctioned off
to the public. The Quick Draw
events take place on Saturday
and Sunday at 2 pm.
The Phippen Museum is
also pleased to celebrate the 7th Arizona’s original territorial capital,
anniversary of its very success-
ful Miniature Masterpieces
Show & Sale. This special event days. There are over 500 buildings on the
features more than 75 spec-
tacular pieces by some of the
biggest names in the world of American
Western Art. This artwork will be available
for viewing at the Phippen Museum and on
the museum’s website. To place an intent-
to-purchase, visit or contact the museum
between Saturday, May 1st and the drawing
date on Memorial Day, May 31st at 11 am.
The event hours for the Courthouse
show and sale are 9 am to 5 pm, Saturday &
Sunday, and 9 am to 3 pm on Monday. Ad-
mission to the event and the museum is free of-the-art public and private golf facilities.
during the Memorial Day weekend. A full
list of participating artists is also available on restaurants, attractions and a fun-filled
the Phippen website.
May 29-31st Phippen Western Fine
Art Show & Sale
Courthouse Plaza Prescott 9AM-5PM
www.phippenartmuseum.org
June 6th Antiques On The Square
Courthouse Plaza Prescott 9AM-5PM
928-445-5168
June12-13 Territorial Days Arts & Crafts Show
Courthouse Plaza 9AM-5PM
www.prescott.org
June 28-July 4th World’s Oldest Rodeo
Prescott Rodeo Grounds
www.worldsoldestrodeo.com
Book online at
www.marriott.com/prcsh
or call 928-776-0998
www.facebook.com/aztouristnews
Cool Mile-High Prescott Beckons
Make This Your Vacation Getaway
If you’re looking for a cool
summer getaway, then come to
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the highlands of Central Arizona
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and the Prescott area. Located just 90
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minutes north of Phoenix, this mile-high
retreat boasts average summer temperatures
of 86 degrees.
Prescott is known for its small-town
hospitality and authentic western feel. As
Prescott holds a wealth of history and
culture preserved from its earlier territorial
National Register of Historic Places includ-
ing the Courthouse Square and Whiskey
Row, and three museums explore history
and art.
Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy over 450
miles of trails and hundreds of campsites in
the Prescott National Forest along with five
lakes for fishing, kayaking and canoeing.
The Granite Basin Recreational Area offers
some of the most challenging rock climbing
in the country. Golfers can play at some of
the state’s most beautiful, affordable, state-
Families will enjoy friendly hotels,
Prescott’s
Mountain Artists Guild
24th Annual
Spring Fine Art
and
Crafts Festival
May 8 & 9, 2010
Sat. 9-5 • Sun. 9-4
at the Historic Courthouse Plaza in Prescott.
The juried show features over 150 artists
showing paintings sculpture, metal art,
photography, weaving, woodworking,
ceramics, jewelry and more.
Art demonstrations daily.
“Pandemonium”
steel drum band plays on Saturday.
Admission is FREE
Information contact M.A.G. at 928-445-2510
magart@cableone.net
www.mountainartistsguild.org
April-June 2010
800-266-7534
www.visit-prescott.com
calendar of events. Visitors will love brows-
ing through boutiques, eating at fabulous
restaurants and bistros and strolling through
numerous galleries.
In nearby Chino Valley, Granite Creek
Vineyards offers certified organic wines,
weekend catered picnic lunches with advance
reservation, and live music on Saturdays.
The tasting room is open to the public every
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 1- 5pm. A
gift shop offers wines and a variety of wine
accessories.
MORE EVENTS
MAY 8-9 CHINO VALLEY
6th Annual Mother’s Day Art & Wine Fair
Granite Creek Vineyards & Winery - Treat
your Mom and family! View local artists’
displays, listen to live music, enjoy delicious
food & wine served at the scenic, historic
farm and vineyards, 11a-5p. 928-636-2003
JUN 17-20 PRESCOTT VALLEY
Prescott Valley Days
Town Center - Carnival, parade, vendors,
arts & crafts, food, youth activities, enter-
tainment & concerts. Call for times & prices:
928-772-8857
JUN 26-27 PRESCOTT
29th Annual Prescott Bluegrass Festival
Courthouse Plaza - Weekend of family fun
with camping and a variety of live bluegrass
bands. Sa 11a-6p, street dance 7-10p, Su
10:30a-3p, free. www.prescottbluegrassfesti-
val.com; 928-445-2000, ext 120
JUN 28-JUL 4 PRESCOTT
123rd Prescott Frontier Days®, Inc. World’s
Oldest Rodeo®
8 thrilling rodeo performances, Az’s largest
rodeo parade, kiddie parade, fine arts &
crafts show, rodeo & street dances, Fourth of
July celebration & more. Info: 800-358-1888,
Tickets: www.worldsoldestrodeo.com
866-407-6336
Wine, Music, and Picnic Series
Spend weekend afternoons at Granite Creek Vineyards
relaxing with mouth-watering Certified Organic Wine.
Saturday’s enjoy live music by talented musicians.
Call ahead for delicious picnic lunches prepared
especially for you. Every Fri, Sat, Sun: 1-5pm
Special Events on
Mother’s Day and
Memorial Day Weekends!
For more Information:
2515 N. Road 1 East
Chino Valley, AZ 86323
(928) 636-2003
www.granitecreekvineyards.com
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Minutes from Paradise National Geographic Visitor Center

Grand Canyon National Park Lodges Kicks off the Grand Canyon Experience of a Lifetime
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Rim. With 907 rooms in six distinctly dif-
ferent lodges, rooms are available with some
advance planning, or if you plan your visit
at the last minute.
Relax aboard a guided motorcoach tour
through the beautiful expanse, or just watch
the sunrise. Daily ranger programs help you
discover 1.7 billion years of history embed-
ded in the canyon walls. Experience a rare
and beloved tradition as you amble your
way to the bottom of the canyon on the back
of a sure-footed mule.
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Grand Canyon: The Hidden Secrets, the ist guided excursions depart daily and you
legacy of fine food. The dining room is open most watched IMAX movie of all time, is can choose from moderate hiking excur-
for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reserva- a 35-minute immersive film experience that sions to driving excursions that explore the
tions for dinner are strongly recommended; vividly shows the exploration and history of Indian cultures, pioneer history, geological
call 928-638-2631 up to 30 days in advance. the Grand Canyon. wonders and awe-inspiring views of the
Order up a quick bite at Yavapai or Mas- This popular film moves through time Grand Canyon.
wik cafeteria or an entire feast at the Arizo- from the mysterious Anasazi who inhabited You can also purchase park passes, visit
na Room. Or have your favorite beverage at the Canyon 4,000-years ago to Major John with a park ranger, get free maps, shop for
the Maswik Sports Bar or El Tovar Lounge. Wesley Powell’s challenges in conquering unique gifts at the National Geographic
At the South Rim, the choices are endless - the unexplored Canyon and raging Colora- Store, eat at the Explorer’s Café with Pizza
and they’re all just outside your door. do River in 1869. The larger-than-life Grand Hut Express…all within the National Geo-
Call today for the best lodging selections Canyon IMAX Experience brings reality graphic Visitor Center.
and availability. Grand Canyon National Park to life on a screen over 6-stories high with Located one mile from the South Rim
Lodges - we’re not just close, we’re there. 12,000-watts of digital surround sound. Entrance to Grand Canyon National Park.
Xanterra Parks & Resorts is an authorized Viewers will discover a Grand Canyon that For more information visit our website.
concessionaire of the National Park Service. would take a lifetime to experience.

Nature’s Playground
the night at the legendary Phantom Ranch.
Then head back to the rim and retreat to MAY 1 GRAND CANYON
a rustic cabin at Bright Angel Lodge. Or 3rd Annual Celebrate Wildlife Day
choose the elegance of the historic El Tovar, Shrine of the Ages - Learn about re- Page-Lake Powell Has It All
where you’ll find our gracious staff very ac- gional wildlife and the work of wildlife
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and historic El Tovar Dining Room and a
ter created behind Glen Canyon Dam, has
over 2,000 miles of shoreline to explore in 96
BE HERE BY SUNSET. main canyons with multitudes of unnamed
side-canyons, alcoves, and hideaways.
BE IN ANOTHER WORLD BY SUNRISE. All the great water sports are available:
fishing, swimming, water-skiing, diving,
kayaking, wakeboarding, tubing, boating
and, of course, houseboating. There are
tours of the lake and select side canyons
as well as a trip to the amazing Rainbow
Bridge National Monument. This “Rain-
bow Made into Stone” is awe inspiring in its
size and grandeur.
You can also see Lake Powell and the
canyons of the Colorado River on a scenic
flight. Or, make amazing memories on a
smooth water float trip from the base of
Glen Canyon Dam to Lee’s Ferry on the
Colorado River.
“Lookout Studio” Xanterra South Rim, L.L.C. is an authorized concessioner of the National Park Service.
the Colorado River, is a stunning panorama
after a short walk through the high desert.
Antelope Canyon, that weird and winding
narrow slot canyon with its ever-changing
palette of colors, is amazing to experience
and photograph.
In addition to the natural wonders of the
area, there are also the man-made gems! The
Powell Museum commemorates and honors
John Wesley Powell and the succession of
explorers and adventurers of the Colorado
River as well as rotating exhibits of dino-
saurs, artists, native culture and Page history.
The Navajo Heritage Village will immerse
you into real Navajo culture.
Don’t miss the Page/Lake Powell
Cruisin’ 2010 at Page City Park on May 7-9.
All makes, models, years of trucks, cars and
motorcycles are welcome. For more informa-
tion, call the chamber at 928-645-2741 or
email chamber@pagechamber.com.

When you stay at one of our seven lodges on the South Rim, you’re just minutes
away from everything that makes the canyon so extraordinary: mule rides,

• Clean Restrooms & Showers

motorcoach tours, casual and fine dining, shopping and all the breathtaking
views. The South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park is open year-round.
For same-day reservations, call 1-928-638-2631. For advance room reservations
or more information, visit our web site at grandcanyonlodges.com or • Heated Indoor Pool & Spa
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Outdoor Fun in the
White Mountains
• F ool Hollow Lake Recreation Area,
Show Low
Campsites, electric and water hook-
ups, fire pits, shower and bathroom
facilities, picnic ramadas, and fishing
boat docks. 928-537-3680
•S ipe White Mountain Wildlife Area,
Springerville
This 1,262 acre area has a visitor center,
interpretive trails, and includes mead-
ows, wetlands and archaeological sites.
Also home to 500 elk. 928-333-2123
• Sunrise Park Ski Resort, near Greer
Great skiing and snowboarding. Sum-
mer activities include scenic chair lift
and mountain biking. 20 miles E. of
McNary on Hwy 273 off Hwy 260.
800-573-4031
• White Mountains Trail System
A series of 25 to 30 interconnecting,
multi-use trail loops including urban
trails in Pinetop-Lakeside, Show Low
and the Wagon Wheel area. Loops vary
in size allowing for day-hikes, a multi-
day horseback trail ride, or a scenic
mountain bike tour. 928-368-5111
www.aztourist.com www.facebook.com/aztouristnews
Get a Head Start on Summer
Plan a Visit to Hon-Dah Resort Casino
The White Mountain
Apache Tribe owns and oper-
le
fi
ates one of Arizona’s most beauti-
o
Pr ful resort/entertainment complexes.
The award winning Hon-Dah Resort
Casino and Conference Center features a
luxury hotel with 128 over-
sized rooms and the largest
conference/convention facil-
ity in northeastern Arizona.
Within its elegant log-sided
walls there is a Gift Shop, the
Spirits Pub and Cigar Lounge,
and a relaxing conversation
area with an oversized fire-
place.
The Casino offers over
800 of the newest slot machines, Black-
jack tables, Poker room and multiple
promotions through the “Players Club”
to enhance gamers’ chances of winning
big money. The Indian Pine Restaurant
offers daily buffets and fine dining, and
the Timbers Showroom brings in Vegas-
style entertainment six days a week with a
Monday night comedy show.
This summer is filling up with a vari-
ety of fun events. May 14th Hon-Dah will
800 WAY-UP-HI (929-8744)
www.hon-dah.com
be hosting an Outdoor Expo and Fashion
Show. This will give visitors an opportu-
nity to find a White Mountain adventure
that fits into their vacation
plans. There are so many activ-
ities available on the mountain,
such as hiking, biking, fishing,
golfing, and much more! Come
collect information about your
favorite adventure.
There will be the first
annual White Mountain Bike
Rally on May 21st and 22nd
and the 13th Annual Pow
Wow in the Pines June 5th & 6th. Every-
one is welcome! Hon-Dah’s arena will be
filled with Native song and an incredible
display of color. Come check out one of the
largest displays of Native arts, craft and
jewelry on the mountain.
Leave scorching temperatures behind
and come visit the cool White Mountains
of Arizona. Hon-Dah Resort Casino is
located 3 miles south of Pinetop.
April-June 2010
Museums in the
White Mountains
• C asa Malpais Museum and Ruins,
Springerville
An ancient Native American ceremo-
nial site with Great Kiva, astronomical
observatory and natural staircase. Mu-
seum features archaeological treasures
from the ruins and a historical pioneer
section. Open 7 days a week, 8a-4p,
tours of the ruins are daily at 9, 11 and 2.
928-333-5375
• Historic Fort Apache
Established in 1870 and abandoned
in 1922, the fort boasts the remains of
General Crook’s headquarters, officers’
quarters, barns and a cemetery. Also
located on the grounds are prehistoric
ruins, petroglyphs and the Apache
Cultural Center and Museum.
928-338-4625
• Historic Home Tour, Snowflake
Walking Tour of homes on the National
Historic Register. Visitors can tour the
Stinson Pioneer Museum, Flake Memo-
rial Home and the Smith Memorial
Home. Tours available daily Mon.-Sat.
or by appt., donations accepted.
928-536-4881
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Recapture the American Dream
In the Towns of Snowflake and Taylor
The Towns of Snowflake
and Taylor are the northern-
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Mountains. Known for our friendly
neighbors, small town atmosphere, and
a destination lying at the center of some of
the most famous attractions in the South-
west, the two communities of Snowflake
and Taylor welcome you and your family!
Much of the rich pioneer tradition lives
on in Snowflake and Taylor, and the com-
munities host a walking tour featuring
more than 45 National Register Historic
Homes of the original 1880s settlers.
True to the vision of the founders of
White Mountain Vacation Village
Nestled quietly inside the
towering ponderosa pines of
le
Show Low, Arizona, White Moun-
fi
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tain Vacation Village is a year-round
Pr
family RV resort that makes the perfect
place for your summer retreat, ski vacation
or weekend getaway. With cool summer
temperatures, White Mountain Vacation
Village is complete with mountain fresh air
and starry nights... the perfect atmosphere
when you just need to unwind and relax.
Spanning over 167 acres, White Moun-
tain Vacation Village provides a deep forest
feel, without sacrificing all the conve-
niences of nearby shops, restaurants and
medical facilities. Fishing, skiing, golfing,
and hiking are also nearby to help satisfy
all of your individual recreational desires.
4101 S. White Mtn. Rd. Show Low, Arizona
Over 167 ponderosa pine covered acres at a 6,500-
foot elevation close to shopping, restaurants and
medical facilities.
• RV Sites • Recreational Facilities • Festival Area
• Scenic Ponds • Pavilion and picnic area
• Clubhouse with Wireless Internet Service
www.whitemountainvacationvillage.com
928-537-5050
The MLY Ranch offers true log cabins
with beautiful views of the South Fork Canyon.
• Horseback riding • hiking • fishing
The Little Colorado River is just 200 yards from the
cabins. Relax, watch deer and elk from your own deck.
MLY Ranch near Greer Arizona
www.mlyranch.com • (928) 333-2395
Pinetop, Az
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928-536-4331
www.snowflaketaylorchamber.org
Snowflake and Taylor, the communi-
ties continue to offer entertainment to
residents and visitors through music, song, a recaptured American Dream. It is no
and the performing arts. Our region at-
tracts talent from across the country, plus among the fastest growing communities
the Silver Creek Little Theatre and the
Silver Creek Community Choir perform
throughout the year.
Family friendly summer events include you’ll find the charm, friendliness, heritage
Taylor Trapper Days in May, the 4th of July and affordable rural lifestyle of your dreams.
Celebration and Rodeo, Pioneer Days in
July and the Sweet Corn Festival in August.
A Family RV Resort
Office: 928-537-5050
WhiteMountainVacationVillage.com
Located in the heart of the community
is our 6,000 square foot Clubhouse, com-
plete with free Internet access, flat screen
televisions, pool tables, showers, kitchen,
laundry facilities, and plenty of space for
gathering. The Clubhouse and outdoor
Pavilion is the hub for the summer activi-
ties planned by our Activity Director. Line
dancing, painting, crafts, outings, cards,
horse shoe tournaments, happy hours and
pot lucks are a few of our many activi-
ties that go on during the summer. Our
spacious Festival Area includes a scenic
designated hiking trail with 10 workout
stations. Pack your lunch, take your dog
Ask for
the special
Aztourist
Rate!
New Rooms • Free Breakfast
Fitness Room • Hot tub • Indoor Pool
High Speed Internet
431 E White Mountains Blvd • Pinetop, AZ 85935
(928)367-6077 • www.hiepinetop.com
Looking for something new and exciting?
Visit Snowflake Taylor
Festivals • performing arts
horseback riding • historic home tours
museums and more!
Snowflake/Taylor has
what you are looking for.
What are you waiting for?
Come to Snowflake/Taylor and find out
what you are missing!
www.snowflaketaylorchamber.org
Many are attracted to these remark-
able sister-towns: strong family values,
a tightly-knit community, rich cultural
history, mild climate, exceptional hous-
ing and recreational opportunities offer
wonder why Snowflake and Taylor are
in northeastern Arizona.
Within a pleasant 3-hour drive from
Phoenix or 2-hour drive from Flagstaff,
for a walk and have a picnic in the gazebos
with picnic tables scattered throughout the
trail. At White Mountain Vacation Village,
there is something for everyone.
With the Grand Opening of Phase IV,
there is a great selection of new properties
available for you to purchase your own RV
lot in the pines. Allowed RV units are Mo-
torhomes, 5th Wheels, Travel Trailers and
Park Models. Also available for sale are our
modern deluxe Mountain Lodges, which
include covered patios, Arizona Rooms,
lofts, and matching carports with storage.
Please be sure to stop by our onsite Sales
Office to see a list of available properties
and to learn more about the luxurious, yet
affordable, White Mountain Vacation Vil-
lage lifestyle.
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MAY 14 PINETOP
CALENDAR
Outdoor Expo and Fashion Show
Hon-Dah Resort Casino - Find a White
Mountain adventure that fits into your vaca-
tion plans. Info about hiking, biking, fishing,
golfing, and much more! 800-929-8744
MAY 28-31 SPRINGERVILLE / EAGAR
Round Valley Roundup
Museum, historical park and archaeological
tours. Pancake b’fast, junior rodeo, sidewalk
sales, art walk, free movie, fishing derby,
BBQ and dance. Most activities take place
Sat. 866-733-2123
MAY 29-31 TAYLOR
Taylor Trapper Days
Taylor Veteran’s Memorial & Rodeo Park -
Pancake b’fast, trail ride, memorial service,
vintage tractor show, Pit Bull Terrier Weight
Pull, BBQ, barrel racing, Taylor Country Show
& Dance. No events on 30th. Mon, 31st -
wagon rides and tours of historic sites &
homes in Taylor. www.trapperdays.com
928-536-7366
JUN 4-6 GREER
Greer Days 2010
Old fashioned Main St. Parade, horse-drawn
wagon rides, horseshoe contest, talent
show, hot dog eating contest, craft booths,
raffles, kids activities & entertainment.
928-735-7664
JUN 4-6 SHOW LOW
Show Low Days 2010
Show Low City Park - The famous “Still
Cruisin” Classic Car Show, arts & cafts festival,
food booths, and new - a business expo
with entertainment. Also on Sat: the Airport
“Fly-in” Breakfast and the charity golf tourney.
Free adm. 928-537-2326
JUN 5-6 PINETOP
13th Hon-Dah Pow Wow in the Pines
Hon-Dah Resort Casino - Tribal dancers
compete in fancy dance, grass dance, drums
& more; prize money over $30,000. Native
American art, craft & food vendors. Open
to the public. Free adm. Camping available.
800-929-8744
JUL 3 TAYLOR
Taylor 4th of July Celebration & Rodeo
Taylor Rodeo Complex - Firing of the anvil
5a, patriotic program 10a, rodeo 7p. Also
Taylor 10K & 2 mile run, softball tourna-
ments, BBQ, dance, fireworks.
928-536-7366 or 928-536-4331
Springerville (928) 333-4323 • 1-800-814-6451
Modern amenities • Affordable • Oldtime country lodge feeling
Western gallery & gift shop features outstanding local artists
Extensive selection of books
e-mail: rooms@k5reeds.com • www.k5reeds.com
Ruins & Museum
Explore Mogo
llon Indian Culture
41 8 E . M a i n, S p r i n g e r v i l l e A Z
928-333-5375
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New Memories on an Old Road History, Recreation and Charm

Visit Route 66 and Kingman, Arizona Check Out these Colorado River Towns
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ness that is so hard to find in today’s
big-box culture. You are invited to partici-
pate in activities and special places along the
road around Kingman, the Heart of Old 66,
and make some new memories
on this old road.
Some favorite stops in King-
man include the Powerhouse
Route 66 Museum, a jewel in
Kingman’s crown (Los Angeles
Times). Or hit the curb three
miles west of Kingman at Old 66
Classics & More for a remark-
able stroll on this lot of vintage cars. Further
west along the Route is Cool Springs, where
the landscape is as inspiring as the story of
the Route itself. East of town is the Hack-
berry General Store, a quirky shop that is a
display all its own.
Don’t miss Chill’in on Beale Street;
this block party every 3rd Saturday from
May to September in Downtown Kingman
features classic cars on display accompanied
by music & entertainment.
Kingman Hog Days - April 22-24: Bullhead City grew up to support the Bridge, shipped here from England. Enjoy
Saddle up and straddle your iron horse for construction of Davis Dam. Enjoy water superb water recreation, fishing, boat tours
this three day event for the biker who lives to sports, Nevada casinos just across the river, through Topock Gorge, golf, and great din-
ride and rides Route 66. and the scenic Black Mountains nearby. ing and shopping. Lake Havasu City CVB:
Route 66 Fun Run - April Bullhead Area Chamber: 800-987-7457 800-242-8278
30 - May 2: A three-day excursion Two “almost” ghost towns combine his- Parker is known for the myriad waters-
beside some of the most unique tory and adventure. Chloride offers antique ports available along the 16-mile section of the
and classic rides in the west. and gift shops, the original two-cell jail, Colorado River called the “Parker Strip.” It is
Saturday is the famed joy ride of gunfights every Saturday, the famous Roy also home to numerous RV campsites, a 4-star
800 plus classics to Downtown Purcell murals, and lots ATV and hik- golf course, and the BlueWater Resort and
Kingman. The Beale Street Brews ing trails. Milepost 53 on Hwy 93 north of Casino. Parker Area Tourism: 928-669-6511
Art Gallery will feature the late Kingman. Chloride Chamber: 928-565-4888 The tiny town of Quartzsite hosts over
Bob Waldmire’s Route 66 artwork Founded in 1906, Oatman too has gift a million winter visitors who come for the
(unofficial influence of ‘Fillmore’, the hippy and antique stores, saloons and restaurants, world-famous gem and mineral shows, swap
van in Cars). and the Ghostrider Gunfighters. Unique meets and other events. Visit the Hi Jolly
Route 66 Race for Hospice - May 8: Race twist: free-roaming burros! Located just 25 Monument and the “naked man’s bookstore.”
in a Route 66 marathon. Starting and ending miles SE of Bullhead City off Highway 95. Quartzsite Business C of C: 928-927-9321
at the Powerhouse Visitor Center, with 5K & Oatman Goldroad C of C: 928-768-6222 Sited at a historic crossing point of the
10K Runs and a 3-mile walk. Kingman, the Heart of Route 66, fea- Colorado River, (Fort) Yuma was founded
KABAM (Kingman Area Books Are tures museums, antique shops, two 18-hole in 1849. Explore the historic downtown,
Magic) Book Festival & Spring Fair - May championship golf courses, and recreation enjoy a date shake while touring a nearby
13-15: A poetry competition, author’s at nearby Hualapai Mountain Park. Power- medjool date plantation, or rent a canoe and
Q&A and activities for kids such as a puppet house Visitor Center: 866-427-7866 float down the river. Yuma Visitor’s Bureau:
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Drive Ce ntr al exhibit, 50+ local, regional & international ment, dinner/dance, vendors. 928-753-5001 entertainment, vendors, Chillin’ on Beale
America’s Lo ca tio n of artists. Music, performing artists, refresh- Street w/ classic cars, 10a-9p. Free adm.
longest the Ro ute 66 ments, 9a-3p, free adm. 928-373-5202 MAY 1 GOLDEN VALLEY 866-427-7866, www.kingmantourism.org
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Historic APR 22-24 LAKE HAVASU CITY Chamber of Commerce, 3395 N Verde Rd - In- JUN 5 PARKER
Route 66 12th Desert Storm Poker Run & Shootout formational seminars, earth recycled friendly 33rd Annual Great Western Tube Float
Thurs: Main Street Boat Show & Street Party, crafts, products/rebates/hybrids, vendors, Patria Flats Park to BlueWater Resort & Casino
5-10p. Fri: Poker Run 8a-10p. Sat Shoot-out food, music, children’s art contest, 9a-9p, free Theme is Rockin’ the River. Lots of prizes, big
8a-10p. www.lakeracerllc.com, 602-578-5975 adm. 928-565-3311 beach party. Call for times/costs.
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Sky at the The Nautical Beachfront Resort, 1000 Mc- Powerhouse Visitor Center on Route 66 - Old Miner’s Day Parade & Festivities
other Culloch Blvd - Pacific Offshore Powerboat Run through historic downtown Kingman, Parade High Noon, bake sale, live music,
Grand Racing Assoc. (POPRA) boat race on a closed $25 adult & $15 child before May 1st, $30 vendors, raffle, gunfighter groups & more.
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Take a Drive!
Points of Interest
Near Parker
‘Ahakhav Tribal Preserve
The ‘Ahakhav Tribal Preserve is a
serene wetland and backwater area of
the Colorado River. It consists of 1,253
acres of wilderness and a 3.5 acre park.
The preserve offers a variety of activities
including hunting, fishing, hiking, ca-
noeing and bird-watching. There is a 4.6
mile fitness trail as well as playground
and picnic facilities. Location: just south
of Four Corners on the Colorado River
Indian Reservation. Directions: Go ap-
proximately three miles south of Parker
on Mohave Road, turn west on Rodeo
Road at the PIRA Rodeo Grounds.
928-669-2664
Swansea Ghost Town
Swansea has been proclaimed as one
of Arizona’s best ghost towns by Ari-
zona Highways Magazine. Take a day
trip back in time and see the remains
of what was once a bustling mining
community, complete with a “moving
picture house,” a post office and auto-
mobile dealership. Swansea is accessible
by two-wheel drive automobiles. Travel
east out of Parker on Shea Road. There
is no charge to visit.
Parker Dam Road Scenic By Way
The Parker Dam Road between Earp
CA and Parker Dam CA has officially
been declared a National Back Country
By Way by the US Dept. of Interior,
Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
Several historical and nature inspired
sites offer travelers a look into the area’s
past as well as insight into the desert
flora and wildlife. The BLM also oper-
ates several campsites, OHV areas and
day use sites along the CA shore of the
river.
928-505-1234
928-669-2174
www.parkeraz.org
The Best of
Arizona
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Ya Just Gotta Be Here!
Parker, Arizona is located
on the Colorado River, just
ew
north of Interstate 10 on Arizona
vi
er
Highway 95. This unique and af-
Ov
fordable area offers a relaxing outdoor
lifestyle and vacation atmosphere and
includes many businesses accessible by
land, boat or other watercraft.
Parker is home to many sporting
events such as The BlueWater Resort &
Casino Parker 425, The Parker 250, The
Gran Prix and the new BlueWater Desert
Challenge off-road races. Also, there are
many water sport events such as mara-
thon ski races, personal watercraft cham-
pionships and powerboat races.
Parker is the perfect year-round vaca-
tion spot for all types of activities, from
33rd Great Western Tube Float
“Rockin’ the River” June 5, 2010
It’s the oldest organized
of r
float on the Colorado River!
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Ki mm
The Parker Area Chamber of
Su
Commerce presents “Rockin’ the
River”, the 33rd Annual Great Western
Tube Float. Come join us for a great day
on the mighty Colorado, June 5.
There will be cash prizes and trophies
for many different categories in this year’s
Rock and Roll themed event. Best float,
biggest groups, first place, second place
and more. A live DJ will be at the Blue-
Water Resort & Casino beach finish line.
Refreshments and food will be available
as well.
The fun starts at Patria Flats on the
Arizona side of the river and ends at the
It’s Springtime on the River!
Look at All That’s Going On
There’s really nothing like
it rt
the first signs of spring in the
of Pa
a
Parker Area! With all the rain
Be
we’ve had we are already seeing the
beautiful desert flowers coming to life.
The water is warming up and the river
activities have already begun. Spring break-
ers are out boating, swimming and skiing.
Barbeques are fired up and folks are spend-
ing more time outside. It’s also time to say
farewell to our winter visitors. Have a safe
trip and we’ll see you in the fall.
The BlueWater Resort & Casino will be
host to many water sporting events and a
spring concert series in the amphitheatre
PARKER
928-669-6511 • www.parkerareatourism.com
www.parkerareatourism.com
watersports that include boating, fishing,
skiing, wakeboarding and personal water-
craft to camping, off-roading, golfing and
RVing.
We have over 30 RV parks, camp-
grounds, hotels, motels and resorts to
accommodate you along the 16-mile
stretch of the Parker Strip. We offer a va-
riety of restaurants, shopping, museums,
libraries, wildlife preserves, a four-star
golf course, THX 4-plex movie theater,
Parker Dam “The World’s Deepest Dam”,
the BlueWater Resort & Casino and, of
course, The Mighty Colorado River!
Make Parker, Arizona your next desti-
nation, you’ll be glad you did!
928-669-2174
BlueWater Resort & Casino. Patrol boats
will be on hand for your safety. Coast
Guard approved life jackets must be worn
during the event.
The first 1000 registered floaters will
receive an official event t-shirt. The first
300 floaters who pre-register by May 28,
2010 at 5 pm will receive a goody bag filled
with cool stuff from local businesses. The
cost is only $15.00 for this annual fund-
raiser for the Parker Area Chamber of
Commerce.
Pre-register by printing the online
form at www.parkeraz.org or for further
information call the chamber.
928 669-6511
that’s sure to get you on your feet. You can
look forward to powerboat races, the Water-
cross Tour and ski racing challenges.
Don’t forget to get out to the Desert Bar
(Nellie E Saloon) before the summer closure
after Memorial Weekend.
July brings not only Independence Day,
but also the 10th Annual FLOG™ Tourna-
ment: A baseball golf tournament for char-
ity. People from all over the country come to
play this challenging sport in the heat of the
summer with a baseball bat and a golf ball.
Crazy? Yeah!
Colorado River Region • Page 25
CALENDAR
April 9 & 10
9th Annual Indian Golf Tournament
At Emerald Canyon Golf Course, sponsored
by BlueWater Resort & Casino.
April 17 & 18
SCSC Spring Powerboat Classic
BlueWater Resort & Casino
April 23, 24, 25
14th Annual Open Golf Tournament
At Emerald Canyon Golf Course, sponsored
by BlueWater Resort & Casino.
May 1& 2
APBA PWC Watercross National Tour
BlueWater Resort & Casino
May 8
5th Annual Cinco de Mayo Golf Tournament
Parker Police Department fundraiser sup-
ports Christmas for Children Program.
May 15
BlueWater Resort & Casino Gran Prix
“The Superstar of Gran Prix Races”
Points for Motorcycles, Quads & UTV’s
May 22
BlueWater Resort & Casino Concert
Starship starring Mickey Thomas and Toto’s
Bobby Kimball
May 28-31
Memorial Day Weekend
Kick Off Your Summer on the Parker Strip!
June 5
33rd Annual Great Western Tube Float
Float about 8 miles down the Colorado River
to the BlueWater Resort & Casino! Prizes for
many different categories of “floaters”.
June 12
BlueWater Resort & Casino 11th Birthday
Celebration
Concert: The Busboys with Otis Day
July 3
BlueWater Resort & Casino
TNT Concert (A Tribute to AC/DC)
July 10
KLPZ 1380 AM FLOG™ Tournament
Have fun paying golf with a baseball bat!
This 9-hole best-ball affair is a fundraiser for
a community organization.
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Spotlight on San Diego
Boasting beautiful weather, sunshine
and, of course, sea and surf, San Diego
is home to world class attractions, such
as the San Diego Zoo, Legoland, the
Maritime Museum with one of the
finest collections of historic ships in
the world, and the San Diego-La Jolla
Underwater Park dedicated to preserv-
ing ecology and sea life. And what visit
to the City by the Sea would be complete
without spending some time with the
famous Shamu at Sea World?
San Diego is rightfully proud of its
many museums. Fifteen of them repose
at Balboa Park alone (along with the Old
Globe Theater) including museums of
art, photography, and natural history.
Historic shopping districts like the
Gaslamp Quarter are popular gathering
places. For all you diehard baseball fans,
don’t forget the Padres-San Diego’s own
baseball team. San Diego also offers a
gateway into our neighbor to the south,
Mexico. Enter through Tijuana and grab
a taste of Latin flavor and culture.
San Diego CVB:
619-232-3101, www.sandiego.org
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Come Play in Our Backyard! CALENDAR
Southern Utah’s Kane County APR 24-25 SAN DIEGO, CA
Adams Avenue Roots & Folk Festival
Vintage blues, folk, Appalachian, country,
Have you ever hoped 800-SEE-KANE (800-733-5263) bluegrass and Celtic music performed on
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destination, far from the crowds, in Univ. Heights, incl’s beer garden, food,
er
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Kane County, in Southern Utah, offers 1940s, where more than 100 motion pic-
MAY 14-16 KANAB, UT
easier access to more National Parks tures were filmed. In fact, more Westerns Greyhound Gathering in Kanab
and Monuments than any other place on were produced here than anywhere outside Greyhounds everywhere you look! Shop-
earth. of California. John Wayne, Ronald Reagan, ping with the Artisans Fri. afternoon, Sat.
With Bryce Canyon National Park, Clint Eastwood and a host of stars made 10a parade of costumed hounds and
Zion National Park, the North Rim of the movies in the area. handlers, plus greyhound idol show and a
Blur-of-Fur-Run. 435-644-2903
Grand Canyon, and Glen Canyon National Johnson Canyon Movie Set was home to
Recreation Area (Lake Powell) all right in the “Gunsmoke” TV series for over 20 epi-
MAY 16-22 KANAB, UT
our backyard, Kane County is the obvious sodes shot between the ‘50s and ‘70s. The 4th Annual Amazing Earthfest!
destination for a wide range of Southern set is on private property but can still be Celebrate land and life on the Colorado Pla-
Utah attractions. viewed from the road or with a tour guide. teau with over 30 adventure and experiential
Near the National Parks you will also Lake Powell was the location for many learning events in Botany, Wildlife, Native
find many State Parks and National Monu- films such as “Maverick”, “The Hulk”, Culture, Pioneer History, Entertainment,
Hiking, Cycling, Horseback Riding, Dinosaurs,
ments, such as Kodachrome Basin State “Broken Arrow”, and both versions of Rock Art, Science, Ethics, Astronomy, and
Park, Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, “Planet of the Apes”. Disney’s film “John Documentary Films. Most events are free.
Pipe Spring National Monument, Cedar Carter of Mars”, set to be released in 2012, www.amazingearthfest.com, 435-644-
Breaks National Monument and the Grand was filmed near Lake Powell and at various 5033
Staircase-Escalante National Monument. locations throughout Kane County.
You’ll never run out of things to do, or For detailed information or to request MAY 23 SAN DIEGO, CA
17th Annual Sicilian Festival
places to go! Drive roads less traveled, and a copy of Kane County’s Official Visitor Little Italy - Music, dance, art and cuisine of
find a place to call your own. Guide, contact the Kane County Office of Sicily; beer and wine tent, Sicilian Cultural
Southern Utah’s Kane County is also Tourism. We look forward to welcoming pavilion, free children’s rides & more! Free
known as “Utah’s Little Hollywood.” you to Southern Utah’s Kane County! parking /shuttle available, 10a-6p, free
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Navajo Rug Auction
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JUN 26 SAN DIEGO, CA
31st Ocean Beach Street Fair
& Chili Cookoff
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333 West Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone 619.234.1500
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Central to Utah and Arizona’s many state and national parks, Kane County averages
over 320 days of sunshine each year, and is home to Utah's Little Hollywood where
Valid through 12/28/10. Rates from $249 - Requires a two night stay. Subject to over 200 feature films have been made. Visit movie sets,
availability. Prices subject to change. Tax and gratuity not included. *1st night’s
non-refundable deposit must be made at time of reservation. While the deposit enjoy ATV'ing, horseback riding, golfing, boating, hiking,
is nonrefundable, dates of stay can be changed. Upgrade to Bay View Room at
San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina for only $20 per night. Credit will be given at and much much, more!
check-out - no refund for unused credit. Credit can only be applied to Marriott
managed restaurants, lounges and room service and will be applied on the
third night of the stay. Not valid with other offers or for groups of 10 or more.
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CALENDAR
MAY 3 TAOS, NM
Santa Cruz Feast Day Dances
Taos Pueblo - Blessing of the fields and
corn dance. No cameras or cell phones.
www.taospueblo.com
MAY 8-9 ZUNI, NM
Mothers’ Day & Graduation Arts Market
Zuni Visitor & Arts Center, 1239 Hwy 53 -
Good variety of authentic Zuni arts, buy
directly from the artists, 10a-5p, free adm.
505-782-7238
MAY 28-30 SILVER CITY, NM
15th Silver City Blues Festival
Gough Park - FREE concerts with renowned
blues musicians including Guitar Shorty,
Tony Furtado & Mollie O’Brien as well as re-
gional and local performers and hundreds
of vendors. www.mimbresarts.org
888-758-7289
MAY 29-30 GRANTS -ZUNI -GALLUP, NM
Ancient Way Arts Festival Market
Regional Arts Trail Festival. Arts festivals,
markets, open studios & more along Hwy’s
53 & 602. Zuni event features arts market,
traditional dances, demos, 10a-5p.
www.ancientwayartstrail.com
MAY 29-31 TAOS, NM
Memorial Day Arts and Crafts Festival
Kit Carson Park - Selected work by artists
from Taos, the region, and several states in
a fun park setting with food and entertain-
ment, Sat. & Sun. 10a-5p, Mon. 10a-4p.
575-758-1264
JUN 2-5 SILVER CITY, NM
AmBank Wild Wild West Pro Rodeo
Southwest Horseman’s Rodeo Grounds,
just off US Hwy 180 East - Bullriding, lots
of exciting rodeo events, 7:30p, tickets $10
adv, $15 at gate. 575-534-5030
JUN 3-17 TAOS, NM
Taos Festival of Art & Architecture
Honoring Taos’ sacred places with exhibits,
tours and lectures in many Taos galler-
ies and museums. There will also be the
traditional and annual “mudding” of the
famous Ranchos de Taos Church.
www.taossacredplaces.com
JUN 12 ELEPHANT BUTTE, NM
20th Elephant Butte Chili Challenge Cook Off
Elephant Butte Lake State Park, Desert
Cove Campground - Enter the competition
or come vote in the People’s Choice award,
ice cream & hamburgers also available, 11a.
575-744-5292
JUL 9-10 GALLUP, NM
17th Annual Wild Thing
Red Rock State Park - Thrilling action with
non-stop bull riding contests, $24,000 in
prize money, prizes for spectators also,
spectacular fireworks display. Starts 8p
each night. 505-863-5402
Romantic Mountain
Getaway
6 New Cabins!!!
Near Silver City, N.M.
Details & directions
on website.
Georgetown Cabins
575-534-4529
georgetowncabins.com
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Taos, NM Invites You to Rediscover Yourself
Escape Modern Day Stresses and “Return to Sacred Places”
The Town of Taos, New
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Mexico, announces its 2010
Or u
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tourism theme: “Escape the Mod-
n
Fi
ern Day. Rejuvenate in Taos. Return
to Sacred Places,” which encourages
people, longing to rejuvenate their lives, to
escape the stresses of the modern day and
make a journey of self-discovery.
Travel industry research is showing that
people want to de-stress, reconnect rela-
tionships, stay closer to home, spend less
and have experiential vacations in 2010.
Taos is naturally about these things, and
the 2010 Return to Sacred Places campaign
highlights how visitors may experience
them while in Taos.
Taos Public Relations Director Cathy
Connelly notes, “Taos, NM provides some-
thing for everyone in a low-key, non-urban,
relaxing and rejuvenating, awe-inspiring
setting.”
Taos is the result of centuries of his-
tory and a fusion of diverse cultures that
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Travelers can find the latest lodging deals
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invites travelers to stay connected to their
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The Town of Taos tourism campaign
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• Enjoy our scenic mountains.
• Gateway to the 3.3 Million Acre
Gila National Forest.
• Visit the Gila Cliff Dwellings.
• Just 3 hours away!
G RANT COU NTY
The Silver City area has it all! Travel the Trail
of the Mountain Spirits Scenic Byway; over
100 years of Old West history. Victorian
districts, museums, galleries and the Gila
Wilderness make Silver City a unique place.
Explore the Gila Cliff Dwellings, area hot
springs, City of Rocks, Pinos Altos, historic
downtown Silver City, Catwalk Recreation
Area and Mogollon Ghost Town.
Regional • Page 27
“Sacred Places” to Explore in Taos
Taos Pueblo, a UNESCO Living World
Heritage Site
Taos pueblo, home of the Taos-Tiwa
Indians, is one of the oldest continually
inhabited communities in the U.S. with
its origins traced back over 1,000 years.
The Pueblo has retained its old ways to
remarkable degree. View the exquisite ar-
chitecture and the annual seasonal dances.
San Francisco De Asis Mission
The mission was built approximately
between 1710 and 1801 and is one of the
most painted and photographed adobe
churches in the southwest (think Georgia
O’Keefe and Ansel Adams). Several galler-
ies surround the mission in the Ranchos
Plaza. The mission has been listed #1 on
Yahoo’s Top 10 Places to See Before You
Die list!
20th Annual Elephant Butte
Chili Challenge Cook Off
JUN 12 ELEPHANT BUTTE, NM
Come join the fun at
Elephant Butte Lake
State Park at the 20th
Annual Chili Cook
Off on June 12th.
Cooks come from NM, TX and AZ. You
will be treated to culinary delights from red
chili posole to green chili concoctions. For
the faint of palette, we have ice cream, soda,
water and hamburgers. Adult beverages are
also available.
Bring home a souvenir t-shirt and see
who wins the raffle prizes. Tasting cups are
$2. Camping is available in the Park. Park
fees apply for spectators.
The event takes place at Desert Cove
Campground starting at 11 am.
Proceeds are donated to the Sierra Santas
and the T or C Lions Club. Ad paid for by
the City of Elephant Butte Lodger’s Tax
Funds.
575-744-5292
Become Enchanted
With Southwest
New Mexico.
Silver City/Grant County Chamber of Commerce
201 N. Hudson, Dept. AZ • Silver City, NM 88061
www.SouthwestNewMexico.org
1.800.548.9378
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Navajo Nation Guide Hopi Hotel Shares Traditional Culture

New Opportunity for Visitors
Attractions - www.discovernavajo.com
The Moenkopi Legacy www.ExperienceHopi.com vate guided tours to the villages of Oraibi,
Canyon De Chelly National Monument Inn & Suites, the first hotel to Sipaulovi, and Walpi as well as Dawa

e
PO Box 558

Indian Route 7
Chinle, AZ 86503
928-674-5500
Navajo Code Talkers Museum
PO Box 247
Tuba City, AZ 86045
928-640-0684
Navajo Museum, Library,
and Visitor’s Center
Highway 264 and Loop Road
P.O. Box 1840
Window Rock, AZ 86515
928-871-7941
Lodging - www.explorenavajo.com
Quality Inn Navajo Nation Capital
48 West Highway 264 ,
Window Rock, AZ 86515
928-871-4108, 800-662-6189
Quality Inn Navajo Nation
10 North Main Street ,
Tuba City, AZ 86045
928-283-4545, 800-644-8383
Quality Inn at Lake Powell
287 N. Lake Powell Blvd.,
Page, AZ 86040
928-645-8851, 866-645-8851
Parks - www.navajonationparks.org
Monument Valley
435-727-5874
Antelope Canyon
928-698-2808
Little Colorado River Gorge
928-679-2303
Four Corners Monument
928-871-6647
Window Rock Veteran’s Memorial
928-871-6637
Bowl Canyon Recreation Area
928-871-6647
om
be built on Hopi tribal land in
c
el 50 years, will connect travelers with
W
the traditions and culture of the Hopi
people. The hotel was the inspiration of the
Elders of the Upper Village of Moenkopi. It
was their vision that their village should be
a place of welcome and gathering for visi-
tors to Hopi tribal land, and that vision will
become reality in April with the opening of
the Legacy Inn.
Village spokesperson, Daniel Honahni,
says that “Even the Moenkopi Legacy Inn
& Suites logo is representative of Hopi
traditions. The logo is an original work of
art and represents a testament to the Hopi
Prophecy. Sustaining Faith is manifested
More Events
MAY 1 WINDOW ROCK
ZooFest
Navajo Nation Zoological & Botanical
Park - Only tribal zoo in the US; learn about
animals and plants native to the Navajo
Nation, tour a Hogan. Handmade arts &
crafts; zoo games, inflatable games; door
prize, free, 9a-6p. 928-871-6574
MAY 8-9 ZUNI, NM
Mothers’ Day & Graduation Arts Market
Zuni Visitor & Arts Center, 1239 Hwy 53 -
Good variety of authentic Zuni arts, buy
directly from the artists, 10a-5p, free adm.
505-782-7238
American Indians’ World Fair
“Thunder in the Desert”
www.usaindianinfo.org
through prayer at dawn, which is depicted Park - a site with thousands of rock art
by the image of an Elder praying outside of
petroglyphs. The Hopi Villages are among
a ceremonial Kiva. Prayer is consummated the longest continuously inhabited places
through sprinkling of Sacred Corn Meal in North America, dating back to 950 A.D.
toward four directions.” The Legacy Inn will feature 100 guest-
The village is the western gateway to rooms including 16 uniquely designed
Hopi tribal lands and is located adjacent suites, a salt water swimming pool and
to the Navajo community of Tuba City, whirlpool, conference center, and an
a well traveled route between the Grand outdoor performance plaza. Guests will
Canyon and Monument Valley. Travel- enjoy unique features in the hotel including
ers can now become acquainted with the
authentic Hopi artwork and a three-story
tourism opportunities in the Hopi villages lobby with fireplace. The Kiva Garden and
on First, Second, and Third Mesas. The the third floor San Francisco Peaks Seren-
hotel, through their website www.Experi- ity Lounge will provide places to relax and
enceHopi.com, will connect visitors with connect with Hopi traditions.
authorized tour guides who provide pri-
MAY 15 FORT APACHE
11th Fort Apache Heritage Reunion
Fort Apache - Apache performances, incl
Apache Crown Dancers. Procession, speak-
ers, arts & craft/food vendors, guided tours
of historic bldg’s, free adm, 9a-4p. 928-338-
4625
JUN 5-6 PINETOP
13th Hon-Dah Pow Wow in the Pines
Hon-Dah Resort Casino - Tribal dancers
compete in fancy dance, grass dance, drums
& more; prize money over $30,000. Native
American art, craft & food vendors. Open
to the public. Free adm. Camping available.
800-929-8744
Find even more Native American events on
our calendar pages 4-8.

Shopping - www.gonavajo.com RB Burnham & Co Native Auctions

2010 SuMMeR SCHeDule
Navajo Arts & Crafts Enterprise Stores MAY 8 GANADO, AZ JULY 10 INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Cameron, AZ 86020 eiteljorg Museum Navajo Rug Auction
Highway 89 & 64 13th Bi-Annual Native American Art Auction
928-679-2244 Hubbell Trading Post, Preview 9-11am, Auction Times TBA
at Noon DST www.friendsofhubbell.org
Chinle, AZ 86503 JULY 23-24 PRESCOTT, AZ
Highway 191 & Route 7 MAY 29 PAGOSA SPRINGS, CO 12th Annual Indian Art & Navajo Rug Auctions
928-674-5338 Pagosa Fiber Arts Festival Navajo Rug Auction Smoki Museum – Fri: Indian Art, Preview
Pagosa Community Center, Preview 10am, 1-4pm, Auction 5pm. Sat: Navajo Rugs, Preview
Kayenta, AZ 86033
Highway 160 & 163 Auction 5pm. www.pagosafiberfestival.com 9am-noon, Auction 1pm. www.smokimuseum.org
928-328-8120
JUNE 12 FLAGSTAFF, AZ JULY 24 ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Tonalea, AZ 86044 MNA/Flag Cultural Partners Navajo Rug Auction Navajo Rug and Fiber Arts Auction
Highway 160 ST RD 564 Museum of Northern Az., Preview 9am-1pm, Convention Center - Hand Weavers Guild
928-672-2600 Convergence Special event. Preview 1-5pm,
Auction 2pm. www.culturalpartners.org
Window Rock, AZ 86515 Auction 5pm. www.weavespindye.org
Highway 264 & Route 12
928-871-4090 928.688.2777 www.rbburnhamtrading.com
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PET FRIENDLY LODGING COLORADO RIVER REGION

Lake Havasu City

Size
The Nautical Beachfront Resort
= PET FRIENDLY LOCATION 1000 McCulloch Blvd.

Rest
928-855-2141, 800-892-2141
ARIZONA www.thenautical.net 2 pets per room,

rict
$20 fee per pet, per night plus

ions
GRAND CANYON $200 refundable damage deposit
Proof that pet is current for all shots.
The Grand Hotel
149 St. Hwy 64 .,888-634-7263,
www.grandcanyongrandhotel.com • RL • PS • • • CENTRAL SOUTHERN
Best Western Desert Inn SAFFORD
Grand Canyon National Park Lodges Hilton Phoenix East Mesa 1391 W. Thatcher Blvd.
888-29-PARKS, www.grandcanyongrandhotel.com • • • • • • • 1011 W. Holmes
480-833-5555 $75fee 75lbs
928-428-0521 $6.00 fee
www.bestwestern.com must be well trained
Red Feather Lodge
106 N. Hwy 64, 800-538-2345, www.redfeatherlodge.com • • • • • • WHITE MOUNTAINS REGIONAL
HEREFORD InnSuites AZ,CA,TX
Reed’s Lodge SPRINGERVILLE AZ, CA, TX
Ramsey Canyon Inn Bed & Breakfast
514 E Main
800-814-6451
1-888-INNSUITES • •
29 E. Ramsey Canyon Rd., 520-378-3010 www.k5reeds.com
www.ramseycanyoninn.com • • • WI
Silver Creek Inn-Rodeway Inn TAYLOR
Bear Creek Motel & Cabins NM
88 Main St. Pino Altos, NM 88053,
LAKE HAVASU CITY 825 N. Main St. • 505-388-4501, 1-800-413-5024 • •
928-536-2600 info@bearcreekcabins.com
The Nautical Beachfront Resort www.choicehotels.com
1000 McCulloch Blvd. N., 800-892-2141, www.thenautical.net • • • • • PS • • 2 pets per room, $15 fee per pet, per night plus
MESA
$100 refundable damage deposit EMERGENCY PET CARE
no size restrictions.
Hilton Phoenix East Best Western Paint Pony Lodge SHOW LOW
1011 West Holmes Ave. 480-833-5555, www.hiltonphoenixeast.com

• • • • PS • • • 581 W. Deuce of Clubs •
PAYSON
928-537-5773
www.bestwestern.com/paintponylodge
Mazatzal Hotel and Casino 2 pets per room, $10 fee per pet, per night plus
Hwy 87, Milepost 251, 800-777-7529, www.777play.com • RL • PS • S W $100 refundable damage deposit VCA Animal Referral & MESA
PRESCOTT
no size restrictions, dog park nearby Emergency Center of AZ •

Residence Inn by Marriott

NORTH 1648 N Country Club Dr,
480-898-0001
3599 Lee Circle, 928-775-2232 www.marriott.com /prcri • • • • PS • C WI Econo Lodge
1706 N. Park Drive
WINSLOW www.vcaareca.com
928-289-4687 $5 fee total for all nights

Reed’s Lodge
Springhill Suites by Marriott www.econolodge.com No deposit.
200 E. Sheldon St., 928-776-0998, www.springhillsuitesprescott.com • RL • • P C W No size restrictions.
TUCSON Red Feather Lodge GRAND CANYON Clean • Friendly • Affordable
Best Western Inn Suites 106 N. Hwy 64 Reg. $50 deposit refundable Springerville, Az
6201 N. Oracle Rd. 520-297-8111 www.innsuites.com • • • • • • • • • • 800-538-2345
www.redfeatherlodge.com
$10 per day fee
No size restrictions
800-814-6451 • www.k5reeds.com

Hotel Tucson City Center

475 N. Granada 520-622-3000 www.hoteltucsoncitycenter.com
SEDONA
• • • • • • • • • • Safeguard Your Pets
Los Abrigados Resort & Spa The HOT Days of Summer Are Coming Up!
160 Portal Lane, 800-521-3131, www.ilxresorts.com • • • • • • • C •
SPRINGERVILLE Here are some tips to help your pets VCA Animal Referral & Emergency
Reed’s Lodge
deal with the Arizona heat: Center of Arizona:
514 E. Main 928-333-4323, 800-814-6451, www.k5reeds.com • • S S WI • Non-metal water dishes: Metal dishes 480-898-0001 • www.vcaareca.com
YUMA will allow the water to heat up, and discour-
Homewood Suites by Hilton age your pet from adequate water intake. Heat Stroke
Yuma
1955 East 16th St, 928-782-4109 • • • • • • • • • This could lead to dehydration. Outside, use Even the most dedicated owners will
plastic dishes for water in a shaded area. sometimes find their pets have over-exerted
TownePlace Suites by Marriott
1726 S.Sunridge Dr., 928-783-6900, www.marriott.com/yumts • • • • P • • • • Shade: Always allow your dog access themselves.
to some form of shade. Very few animals If you think your dog is suffering from
CALIFORNIA can survive direct Arizona sun exposure for heat stroke/exhaustion, it is important to
SAN DIEGO
hours at a time. Keep in mind that the avail- remain calm, and transport the pet to a
San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina able shade will change as the day progresses. veterinary emergency facility. Use the air
333 W. Harbor Dr,.619-230-8340, www.marriotthotel.com • RL • • P • • WI
• Critters: Always keep your dog leashed conditioner in the car, but do not necessar-
MEXICO
when on trails, and at home get in the ily blow it directly on the dog. A helper can
ROCKY POINT
habit of looking in their exercise area before pour cool (not iced) water on the paws, belly
Rocky Point Reservations releasing them. Rattlesnakes, scorpions, and head to provide evaporative cooling
800-427-6259, www.rockypointres.com WIDE VARIETY OF PROPERTIES AVAILABLE
and cacti are just a few of the hazards that while you drive.
NEW MEXICO vigilance (and a leash) can minimize. Remember, the most important thing
PINO ALTOS • Swimming pools: If your dog is prone is to drive safely to the nearest emergency
Bear Creek Motel & Cabins to swim, remember to introduce them to the veterinarian for proper assessment and care.
88 Main St., 505-388-4501• 800-413-5024, info@bearcreekcabins.com • • S • • pool while you are there. Show them where This is a serious condition that requires
SILVER CITY the steps are and how to get out of the pool. well-trained staff and well-equipped facili-
Georgetown Cabins • The first rule in our Arizona sun is nev- ties, especially in severe cases.
Near Mimbres Valley in the Gila Forest, 575-534-4529, wwwgeorgetowncabins.com • • • S WI er leave any pets or people in a parked car!

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* Services, supplies and amenities may vary at each

resort. Please contact the resort for specific details.

Colorado River Region

River City RV Park

132
2225 Merrill Ave Bullhead • • • • • • • • • • • • •
928-754-2121 | www.rivercityrvpark.com
Westwind RV and Golf Resort
1075

9797 E 32nd St | 866-440-2992 Yuma • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Lexington Pines ResoRt,LLC
800-545-6481 | westwindrvgolfresort.com

Northern Arizona
Casa Malpais RV Park
272 W Main • • • • • • • •
58

Springerville
928-333-4632 | casamalpais@frontiernet.net Overnighters Welcome • 54 RV spots • Cable TV • WiFi &
Internet • Showers and Laundry Facilities • Club House w/
Fairgrounds RV Kitchen • Paved, lighted streets • Underground Utilities
Prescott
153

10443 Hwy 89A

Valley • • • • • • • • 55+ Park • Single & Double wide spaces
928-227-3310 | fairgroundrvpark.com 1535 Thatcher Blvd. • Safford, Az 85546
www.lexingtonpinesmobileandrvpark.com
Meteor Crater RV Park 928-428-7570 • 1-800-232-7570
I-40 Exit 233 • • • • • • • • • • •
71

Winslow
928-289-5898 | www.meteorcrater.com
Mountain Vu RV Park
11295 Cornville Rd • • • • • • •
33

Cornville
928-639-2984 | mountainvurv@cableone.net
Orchard Ranch Senior RV Resort
402

11250 E Hwy 69 Dewey • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 150 state-of-the-art sites to accommodate

800-352-6305 | www.orchardrvresort.com the largest of RV’s
Overgaard RV Resort • 20/30/50 amps, water and waste disposal
2750 Yates Rd. 85933 • • • • • • • • • Free high speed wired and wireless internet access
50

Overgaard
928-535-4430 | ellyle@citlink.net • Free continental breakfast daily
Page-Lake Powell Campgrounds • Free shuttle service to Ft. McDowell Casino
& We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
120

849 S. Coppermine Rd. Page • • • • • • • • • • • •

928-645-3374 | www.pagecampground.com • Pool and Spa, Pickle-ball, Volleyball, badminton
and basketball
Rancho Sedona RV Park
• Fitness Center & Dog Park
135 Bear Wallow Lane • • • • • • • •
84

Sedona
888-641-4261 | www.ranchosedona.com
Eagle View Rv Resort
Waltner’s RV Resort 9605 N. Ft. McDowell Rd.
146

4800 S 28th St Show Low • • • • • • • • • • Fort McDowell, AZ 85264

928-537-4611 | www.apolloproperties.com/waltners.htm
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Central Arizona 480-789-5310 www.eagleviewrvresort.com
Eagle View RV Resort
Ft.
150

9605 N Ft McDowell Rd
McDowell • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
480-789-5310 | eagleviewrvresort.com
Good Life RV Resort
1112

3403 E Main St Mesa • • • • • • • • • • • • •

800-999-4990 | www.goodliferv.com
Saddle Mountain RV Park available for
Parties, Ahwatukee Comedy Club
342

3607 N 411th Ave Tonopah • • • • • • • • • • • • Conventions

623-386-3892 | saddlemountainrvpark.com Social Gatherings
Phoenix Comedy
Tower Point Resort CleanComedyClub.com
1111

4860 E Main | 480-832-4996 Mesa • • • • • • • • • • • • • • presents clean comedy events in and around
800-444-4996 | towerpointresort.com Phoenix for everyone to enjoy since 2005
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• May 15, 2010
City of Douglas Golf Course and RV Park
1372 E. Fairway Dr. • • • • • • • • 602-369-8906 • 480-759-5120
28

Douglas
520-364-1588

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* Services, supplies and amenities may vary at each

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Southern Arizona
Lexington Pines Resort LLC
1535 Thatcher Blvd. • • • • • • • • • •
54
Safford
1-800-232-7570
North Clifton RV Park
210 N. Coronado Blvd. Clifton • • • • • • • •
55

928-865-9064 | www.townofclifton.com
Picacho Peak RV 55+ Resort
325

17065 E Peak Lane Picacho • • • • • • • • • • • • •

520-466-7841 | www.picachopeakrv.com
Mountain View RV Park
Huachuca
99 West Vista Lane • • • • • • • • • • •
97

520-456-2860 | mountainviewrvpark.com City

Campgrounds Outside of Arizona

Cedar Grove RV Resort Copperas
672

100 Cedar Grove Drive

254-547-4293 | westwindenterprises.com
Cove, • • • • • • • • • • • • •
TX

Fountain of Youth Spa RV Resort

Niland,
850

1500 Spa Rd
CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
888-8000-SPA | www.foyspa.com
Rio Bend RV & Golf Resort
El Centro,
500

1589 Drew Rd
CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
800-545-6481 | westwindrvgolfresort.com
River City RV Park Right across the river in Bullhead City
Laughlin, (480) 947-6219
132

2225 Merrill Ave • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

928-754-2121 | www.rivercityrvpark.com
NV www.azbw.com

It’s Got - Location!

Waltner’s Mountain Crest RV Resort
We guarantee People ask what makes 928-537-4611
to fix it right, Waltner’s Mountain Crest RV www.waltnersresort.com
le

Resort so special. The answer

it’s that simple
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is three things: location, location, trout. Also close by is bowling, tennis,

location. Those answers translate to 1) swimming, and golf. There are four golf
residents live among beautiful tall trees. courses within a short driving distance.
2) Waltner’s is just a skip away from life’s Obviously there is a plethora of hiking op-
necessities 3) Waltner’s is close to things that portunities, as the area is one of nature’s
make life worth living… golf, fishing, and playgrounds.
the Hon-Dah Casino. Being located amongst
Waltner’s is a forested, such activities, it’s no surprise
16+ acre resort located near that Waltner’s residents are
Show Low in the White very active. In addition to
Mountains. When Waltner’s standard RV offerings (laun-
was created, extreme care dry facilities and showers),
was taken to ensure that Waltner’s offers a large rec-
“You name it we do it” as many trees as possible reation hall, billiards room,

Full Mechanical Service

remained standing. Because huge community BBQ grill,
of this, many of the roads and and well-stocked library for
spaces meander, resulting in some quiet time.

We pick it up and drop it off!

a charming natural feel. When you are at Waltner’s organizes many activities
Waltner’s, you know you are in the heart of such as pancake breakfasts, theme potlucks
the woods. (Christmas in July, Mardi Gras, Western

520-889-2777
Yet this deep-in-the-woods feel is partly
an illusion. A short walk will bring you to
the best parts of civilization. Shopping, a
Wal-Mart supercenter is right down the
3340 E Mossman Rd • Tucson AZ street. Across from that is the Navapache
Hospital that hopefully you won’t need, but
www.familyautobody.com knowing it’s close will help you sleep better
at night. For entertainment, visit Hon-Dah
Casino or one of the many restaurants in the
area.
Authorized Distributor A half mile away is Show Low Lake, one
National GoodYear offers accepted of several lakes in the area stocked with
Night, etc.), arts and crafts, chorus, bridge,
pinochle, cribbage and more. We have a
bowling league, men and women’s golf
programs, dancing, exercise classes, billiards,
and bingo.
Waltner’s is located 3 miles south of Show
Low on Highway 260. Turn left at Navapache
Hospital on Show Low Lake Road and con-
tinue 1 mile east to 28th Street. Turn left and
continue mile north to the park entrance. For
more information call or visit online.