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First United Methodist Church of Eloy Open Hearts. Open Minds. Open Doors.

605 N. Santa Cruz Blvd. • 520-466-3445

Traditional Worship Service Time • Sunday 10:30 a.m.

12 Step Program Saturday 5 p.m.

Moving On Service time Saturday 6 p.m.

spiritual community

For Addicts, Loved Ones of Addicts and Spiritually Hungry

BREAKFAST AT CHURCH 1st Saturday monthly starting October 1, 9 a.m. -11 a.m.

COMMUNITY DINNER 2nd Friday of each month starting October 14, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at church, menu will vary.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN Monday, October 31, after school 2:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. at church.

Come and pick up your treats!! Everyone is welcome to participate.

THANKSGIVING DINNER Saturday, November 19 at church. 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Turkey dinner with all the trimmings. Everyone welcome.

CHRISTMAS LUNCH Saturday, December 17, 11 a.m. -2 p.m. at church.

We will have lunch as well as gifts for everyone up to the age of 18.

CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE Saturday, December 24 starting at 6 p.m. Service will be outside.

Come and join us for the Christmas Story as well as carols around the fire.

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF ELOY IS HERE TO SERVE THE ENTIRE ELOY COMMUNITY. EVERYONE IS ALWAYS WELCOME!

TABLE OF CONTENTS Mission Statement........................................... 2

Youth & Teen Activities ................................... 16

Department Contacts .................................... 2

Senior Activities .............................................. 19

Parks & Facilities ............................................ 4

Sports & Fitness .............................................. 20

Eloy Santa Cruz Library .................................. 7

Community Events ......................................... 22

Library Calendar of Events ............................ 8

Fall 2022 Chamber Events ............................. 26

Eloy After School Program ............................. 15

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Eloy Activity Guide

Fall 2022 – Spring 2023

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MISSION STATEMENT The City of Eloy Community Services Department is committed

If you would like to receive email updates about upcoming

to improving the quality of life for all residents providing a

activities and events in the community, sign up for our mailing

variety of sport activities, leisure opportunities and quality

list by sending your request to: eloyrec@eloyaz.gov or by visiting

youth programs in the most productive and efficient manner.

our website: www.eloyaz.gov.

The City of Eloy Community Services Department is happy to present the 2022-2023 Fall-Spring Activity Schedule.

DEPARTMENT CONTACTS COMMUNITY SERVICES

RECREATION

ELOY SANTA CRUZ LIBRARY

DEPARTMENT OFFICE

PROGRAM SUPERVISOR

ASSOCIATE LIBRARIAN

(520) 466-7351

Youth & Teen Programs /

Vivianna Flores

Special Interest Classes OFFICE SUPERVISOR

Bertha Payne

COMMUNITY

Maria D. Baldenegro

SERVICES MANAGER RECREATION

Chad Price

PROGRAM SUPERVISOR

Jerry Calvillo

Senior Services /

COMMUNITY

Sports & Aquatics

SERVICES DIRECTOR

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Contact the Eloy Community Services Department for additional information.

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PARKS & FACILITIES

Facility Rentals Groups may reserve our facilities and/or ball fields 10 days prior to the date of use. No reservation is guaranteed until all applicable fees are paid.

Call the Eloy Community Services Department for availability (520) 466-7351 and press (0) for the front desk.

You may also email your request at eloyrec@eloyaz.gov or by logging in to our website at www.eloyaz.gov.

Registering for Programs & Activities Online: Visit: www.eloyaz. gov/186/Community-Services/ onlineregistrations. Select the classes or sport leagues to add to cart. Sign in or create a new account with CivicRec. Then you will be able to pay with your credit card and print or receive an email receipt. The Community Service Department will be notified of your transaction via email and your registrations will be processed immediately.

Phone: (520) 466-7351 Press (0) for front desk.

In Person: Visit us at 100 E. 7th Street between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. (MT) Monday through Friday.

REFUND POLICY - A full refund will be issued if the City of Eloy Community Services Department cancels a prepaid

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE | ELOY COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT 100 E. 7th Street, Eloy, AZ 85131 | (520) 466-7351

MINI-PARKS

ANITA PARK W. 8th and Phoenix St. Amenities: picnic benches, grass area and playground equipment MADDOX PARK N. Meyers Blvd. and Curiel St. Amenities: grass area and picnic benches FIRE STATION PARK 3645 W. Shedd Rd. Amenities: picnic area, playground and half-court basketball area

NORTH TOLTEC PARK 3065 N. San Tan Vista Dr. Amenities: picnic area, playground equipment and half-court basketball CENTRAL PARK 601 N. Main St. Amenities: grass field, park benches, barbecue grill and gazebo VETERAN’S PARK 308 N. Main St. Amenities: picnic benches, water feature, shaded area

NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS

activity. IF A PERSON CANCELS AFTER A SPORTS LEAGUE OR CLASS BEGINS NO REFUNDS WILL BE GRANTED. Please allow four weeks for a refund to be mailed to you. The Eloy Community Services

SENIOR CENTER PARK 3650 W. Shedd Rd. Amenities: picnic area, walking path, shuffle board and grass area

Department reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or combine any event, sport league, or class as necessary.

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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PARK 305 N. Stuart Blvd.

Amenities: picnic area Eloy Activity Guide

SHUMWAY (NORTH) PARK 600 W. 14th Street 3.2 acres of park area including; baseball diamond, concession stand, picnic area, playground equipment and basketball courts

TREKELL PARK 501 W. 3rd Place 3.6 acres of park area including; multipurpose grass area, picnic area and BBQ grills, playground equipment, and lighted basketball courts.

JONES PARK 420 E. First Street Aquatic Center equipped with two swimming pools, a splash pad, water slide and shade structure. 4,900 sq ft “non-supervised” skate park designed for skaters of all skill levels. Jones Park is also home to Eloy Little League lighted ball field, a concession stand and restrooms, playground equipment, grass area, and shade structures.

ELOY MEMORIAL PARK 5839 E. Milligan Road Surrounded by lush grass, pine and cypress trees this 20 acre cemetery serves as the resting place for the community’s departed. Official hours of operation are Sunday – Saturday, Sunrise to Sunset.

TOLTEC COMMUNITY CENTER 3650 W. Shedd Road This 3,800 sq ft recreation center offers programs for youth and adults, and is home to the local senior citizen program, and Zumba Fitness. Equipped with a kitchen, furniture, and a 1,500 sq ft assembly hall, this facility is ideal for meetings and community gatherings.

ELOY HAS 12 PARKS THROUGHOUT THE COMMUNITY INCLUDING THE CITY’S CEMETERY.

RECREATION CENTERS TROY THOMAS COMMUNITY CENTER 501 W. 3rd Place This 4,300 sq ft recreation facility offers programs and classes for preschoolers, youth, teens, and adults. The 2,300 sq ft multipurpose room is equipped with a kitchen, and seats approximately 200 people. This facility can be used for plays, concerts, meetings and receptions upon request.

ELOY COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICE 100 E. 7th Street The Eloy Recreation Center (ERC) serves as home to the administration offices of the Community Services Department.

Throughout the year, the ERC offers a wide variety of programming for all ages engaging guests through art, dance music and more. With meeting space for groups of up to 20 people, consider the Eloy Recreation Center your next location!

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Location: Eloy Santa Cruz Library – 1000 N. Main Street Hours: Monday –Friday, 7:30 PM – 4:30 PM Phone: (520) 466-3814 The Eloy Santa Cruz Library is a dual-purpose library serving both the residents of Eloy and the Santa Cruz Valley Union High School Campus. The library offers internet-accessible public computers and free Wi-Fi. Faxing, scanning, and remote printing services are available, and a copier is available for public use. The library has a meeting room and a conference room that can be reserved for use if the rooms are available. Reservations are required.

E-books, audiobooks, electronic magazines, DVDs, Blu-Rays, Video Games, Music CDs, and books are all available for patrons for free by using their Eloy Santa Cruz Library.

Special programs, both educational and creative, are offered throughout the year.

Programming and special events are listed on the city website and on the library’s social media pages.

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NOVEMBER

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Duck Tape Pencil Pouch Bubble Wrap Apple Painting Movie Day: Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Noodle Sunflower Craft

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Thankful Garland Life Size Games Candy Olympics Thanksgiving Candy Corn Craft DIY Fall Candle Craft Cotton Ball Painted Turkey Craft

1st 7th 9th 15th 16th 22nd

5:30 pm 3:00 pm 5:30 pm 3:30 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm

DIY Rock Photo Holder Bad Art Night POM POM Cacti Craft Let’s Color Day Papel Picado Coasters Game Day Paper Plate Snail Craft Bookend Decorating

1st 6th 13th 14th 20th 21st 26th 29th

5:30 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm 3:00 pm 3:30 pm 3:30 pm

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OCTOBER

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Disguise a Gingerbread Man Contest Christmas Stocking Decorating Paper Cone Christmas Tree Craft Game Day Snow Storm in a Jar Mini Gingerbread Houses Grinch Christmas Ornament

1st – 16th 6th 7th 14th 15th 16th 20th

10:00 am 5:30 pm 3:30 pm 1:00 pm 3:30 pm 1:00 pm 5:30 pm

Spooky Jars Witches Brew STEAM Challenge Fluffy Pumpkin Slime Tissue Paper Flower Bracelets Game Day Halloween Tote Bag Paper Cup Flying Ghost

4th 6th 11th 14th 19th 25th 27th

5:30 pm 5:30 pm 3:00 pm 1:00 pm 3:00 pm 3:00 pm 5:30 pm

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DIY Stained Glass Elephant Toothpaste Blind Date with a Book Begins Paper Plate Sun Rainbow Craft Game Day Pencil Jar Craft Bird House Decorating Inspire Your Heart with Art

5th 10th 16th 17th 18th 25th 26th 31st

5:30 pm 5:30 pm 7:30 am 3:30 pm 3:00 pm 5:30 pm 3:30 pm 3:30 pm

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Proud to bring Fiestas Patrias to Eloy

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Valentine Gumball Machine 7th Love Monster Activity 10th Blind Date with a Book - Ends (Cards Due) 10th Heart Buddies Valentine’s Craft 14th Game Day 15th Keith Johnson of Sankofa Island Magic 21st Tissue Paper Cake Craft 27th

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F U N E R A L Dr. Seuss Blow Painting Skittles Experiment No Water Flower Garden Game Day Pot of Gold Craft How Clouds Make Rain

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Water Marble Easter Eggs Spring Tree Craft – Day 1 Spring Tree Craft – Day 2 F UBunny N E R A L Marshmallow Easter Growing Sunflowers Game Day Yarn Wrapped Flower Craft

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PINAL HISPANIC COUNCIL Established 1990

PINAL COUNTY AGENCY PROGRAMS “Si Se Puede”

GOVERNOR’S OFFICE YOUTH RESILIENCY GRANT

AHCCCS “SI SE PUEDE” GRANT

• Intake & Assessment • Counseling • Case Coordination • Crisis Intervention • Psychiatric Services

• Botvin Life Skills Training • Trauma Informed Workshops • Collaboration with Eloy Governor’s Alliance • Collaboration with Coolidge Youth Coalition

• Collaboration with Eloy Governor’s Alliance • Drug Prevention Workshops • Trauma Informed Workshops • Resource Referral Program

SEAHECPROMOTORA GRANT

PINAL COUNTY PROMOTORA GRANT

SEASON FOR SHARING VETERANS GRANT

• Community Health Workers • Community Education • Community Outreach • PPE Distribution

• Community Health Workers • Community Education • Community Outreach • PPE Distribution

• Emergency Assistance • Wreaths Across America • Veterans Garden • Resource Brokering

SAMHSA COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER GRANT

SAMHSA MEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT GRANT

HRSA OPIOID TREATMENT GRANT

• Intake & Assessment • Counseling • Case Coordination • Psychiatric Services • Peer Recovery

• Intake & Assessment • Counseling • Case Coordination • Psychiatric Services • Health Coordination

OUTPATIENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES

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ELOY AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

ELOY AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM The Eloy After School Program has moved to a new location at the Troy Thomas Community Center. Our program will continue to offer a structured after school care for children ages 5 -12 years old. The program offers a variety of activities through which developmental goals are achieved. A well-trained, professional staff, plan and organize unique activities to meet the special interests of all participants. Bus transportation to the program from Eloy schools provided by Eloy Elementary School District.

FUNTASTIC FRIDAYS Join us on Fridays during the school year for Funtastic Fridays Recreation Program. Kids will enjoy a semi-structured and supervised, drop-in recreation program that includes a variety of activities such as arts & crafts, group games, outside play, video games, movies and more! All participants must have a parent / guardian fill out and return a registration application prior to attending. Schedule is subject to change based on participation and facility availability.

YOUTH BREAK CAMPS Keep your children active during their time off from school and enroll them in our fun-filled youth break camps. Students will participate in a variety of engaging group activities, games, sports, arts and crafts projects and more.

Dates: Monday - Thursday (July 25 – May 18) excluding holidays and select events Time: 2:45 pm - 5:30 pm Grades: 5 - 12 years old Location: Troy Thomas Community Center 501 W. 3rd Place, Eloy, AZ 85131 Fee: $20.00 per month

Dates: Fridays, beginning September 2, 2022 Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Ages: 5 - 12 year olds Location: Troy Thomas Community Center Fee: Free, limited to first a maximum of 40 participants Notes: A light snack will be provided.

Ages: 5 - 12 year olds Location: Troy Thomas Community Center Fee: $10.00 per camp $15.00 per camp (Non-residents) Notes: Each camp requires that students bring their own ready-to-eat lunch. Breakfast and a light snack will be provided.

FALL BREAK CAMP

WINTER BREAK CAMP

SPRING BREAK CAMP

Dates: September 26 - October 6, 2022 Time: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Days: Monday - Thursday

Dates: December 19, 2022 - January 5, 2023 (No Camp Monday December 26 & January 2) Time: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Days: Monday - Thursday

Dates: March 13 - March 23, 2023 Time: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Days: Monday - Thursday 15

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HALLOWEEN! SLIME TIME

REAL PUMPKIN PAINTING

VALENTINE’S SWEETS BOUQUET

Come make your own scary, glow in the dark, creepy crawly Halloween Slime!

Date: Friday October 7, 2022 Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Location: Eloy Community Services Office Fee: Free to first 20 participants to register

Join us and paint a fall harvest pumpkin masterpiece!

Date: Saturday October 21, 2022 Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Location: Main Street Park Fee: Free to first 20 participants to register

Date: Saturday February 11, 2023 Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Location: Eloy Community Services Office Fee: Free to first 20 participants to register

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Teen Activities

MOVIE NIGHT

TRIVIA NIGHT

VIDEO GAME NIGHT

Teens join us on a trip to watch a movie and enjoy some theatre snacks.

Date: September 30, 2022 Time: Depart at 5:30 pm / Return at 8:30 pm (Subject to change pending movie times) Location: Casa Grande, AZ Fee: First 10 teens to register get a FREE Movie ticket, concession items not included. All other participants need to bring money to cover the cost of their movie ticket and concessions items if desired.

Get your friends together and prove who has the most brain power and win some awesome prizes. Trivia questions will cover a variety of topics including music, sports, celebrities, science, geography and more!

Food and drinks provided.

Date: November 18, 2022 Time: 5:30 – 7:00 pm Location: Community Services Office Fee: FREE. First ten teens to register are entered in a drawing for a gift card.

Gamers come out and enjoy a night with a variety of gaming systems and games, from Nintendo to Xbox to retro arcade games, we have it all. Enjoy snacks and prizes as well.

Date: January 20, 2023 Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Location: Troy Thomas Community Center Fee: FREE. First ten teens to register are entered in a drawing for a gift card.

TOP GOLF

Whether you’ve played golf before or are picking up a club for the first time, Top Golf is everyone’s game. Challenge yourself and your friends to try something new. Choose from several fun interactive games and take aim at the giant targets that make it easy to score no matter your swing.

Date: March 3, 2023 Time: Depart at 8:30 am / Return at 1:30 pm Location: Gilbert, AZ Fee: First five teens to register go for FREE. Everyone else pays $20.00 at the venue for golf, food and drinks.

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SENIOR ACTIVITIES TOLTEC SENIOR CENTER

Drop off and pick up for all senior trips will take place at the Eloy Community Services Office. If you are a senior who does not regularly attend senior programs at the Toltec Senior Center but would like to attend a senior trip or would like to find out more information about any of the programs we offer give us a call (520) 466-3166 or send us an email mwhatley@eloyaz.gov.

The Toltec Senior Center offers a variety of services, programs and activities for individuals 60 and over. Transportation available upon request. If you are a senior who does not regularly attend any of our senior programs at the senior center but would like to or would like to find out more information about any of the programs we offer give us a call (520) 466-3166 or stop in and see us. Dates: Monday - Thursday | Hours: 9:30 am - 2:30 pm

Senior Trips WONDERSPACES ART SHOW & GOLDEN CORRAL BUFFET – SCOTTSDALE, AZ Date: Friday, October 14, 2022 Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm Fee: $20.00 per person 60+ Experience an extraordinary and ever-changing art show featuring immersive and interactive displays.

LUNCH & MATINEE – CASA GRANDE, AZ Dates: Friday, December 9, 2022 Friday, January 13, 2023 Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Fee: No cost

Casino Trips HARRAH'S – MARICOPA, AZ: FRIDAY JANUARY 6TH, 2023 WILD HORSE PASS – PHOENIX, AZ : FRIDAY MARCH 17TH, 2023 Time: 9:00 am Fee: Participants are responsible for purchasing their own lunch at the Casino.

AMF BOWLING LANES – CHANDLER, AZ

Senior Activities SENIOR BINGO Dates: Friday, October 7 & October 21, 2022 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Toltec Senior Center Notes: Light refreshments will be served.

HOLIDAY CRAFT

Date: Friday, February 24, 2023 Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm Fee: $10.00 per person 60+ and money for lunch at bowling alley restaurant.

FRANKLIN AUTO MUSEUM & GOLDEN CORRAL BUFFET – TUCSON, AZ Date: Friday, April 7, 2023 Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm Fee: $10.00 per person 62+

Dates: Every Friday from November 11 – December 9, 2022 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Come enjoy a fall holiday craft and some warm apple cider.

SCRAPBOOKING AND COFFEE Dates: Every Friday from February 3 – Feb 24, 2023 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Come enjoy coffee and bring your favorite photos of family, friends and pets to make scrapbook pages filled with beautiful memories.

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SPORTS & FITNESS Youth Sports Leagues Our youth sports leagues are aimed at introducing participants to fundamentals, sportsmanship and fun in team oriented environment. Scores and records are not kept.

Seasons run 5-6 weeks. Practice days and times are scheduled at the coach’s discretion. Uniforms are included in the price of registration, once uniforms are ordered no refunds will be issued.

YOUTH SOCCER

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Registration Begins: July 2022 Season Begins: September 2022 Ages: 4 - 11 Location: Trekell Park Fee: $10.00 per player, $15.00 non-resident

Registration Begins: September 2022 Season Begins: November 2022 Ages: 6 - 11 Location: Trekell Park Fee: $10.00 per player, $15.00 non-resident

YOUTH T-BALL / COACH PITCH

YOUTH BASKETBALL

Registration Begins: December 2022 Season Begins: February 2023 Ages: 4 - 11 Location: Shumway (North) Park Fee: $10.00 per player, $15.00 non-resident

Registration Begins: February 2023 Season Begins: April 2023 Ages: 6 - 11 Location: TBD Fee: $10.00 per player, $15.00 non-resident

THANK YOU to our volunteer coaches! Our youth sports league could not run without you.

Coaches are always in need so please contact mwhatley@eloyaz.gov to volunteer to be a coach today.

Youth Sports Camps Our youth Sports Camps are offered as an introduction to sports. We partner with Santa Cruz Valley Union High School coaches to offer these camps FREE of charge. There is no pre-registration, participants register the onsite at each camp. Exact dates and times of the camps will be announced and advertised once the high schools schedule for each sport has been set.

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YOUTH SOFTBALL CAMP

Children will receive instruction on technique, setups, timing and combinations. Participants will have an opportunity to practice their skills through live competition.

Date: February 2023 Ages: 5 – 13 years old Location: Santa Cruz Wrestling Room

Bring your softball enthusiast to our youth softball camp.

Participants will receive instruction on fielding, throwing, hitting, base recognition and overall motor skill development.

Date: April 2023 Ages: 5 - 13 years old Location: Santa Cruz Softball Field

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Sports Tournaments ADULT COED “MUSH” BALL TOURNAMENT Register your team to play in our one pitch, 16” coed softball tournament.

Double elimination, 10 players per team, gloves are optional.

Date: November 5, 2022 Time: 8:00 am Fee: $100.00 per team Location: Shumway (North) Park

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

Concert In The Park Outside the Line Genre: A variety of Mo-Town, Funk, Pop and Classic Rock Date: March 24, 2023 Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Location: Main Street Park

Since 2011, outside the line has been called one of Arizona’s most soulful, diverse, and entertaining dance bands. They bring amazing talent and chemistry along with some of the best vocal harmonies out there. This group is dedicated to creating a one-of-a-kind musical experience and offers an extensive song list that spans oldies, classic, rock, Motown, pop, and top 40 music genres. – weddingwire.com

Our offices in Arizona City & Casa Grande are staffed with agents that have the experience and knowledge to take care of all of your real estate needs.

COMPREHENSIVE REAL ESTATE SERVICES

✔ Residential ✔ Commercial ✔ Land/Lots ✔ New Construction ✔ Property Management Arizona City Office

Casa Grande Office

13084 S. Sunland Gin Rd. 520-466-6755

Norrie Burruel ABR, GRI, SRES Broker

1515 E. Florence Blvd./Ste. 112 520-836-1555

Roy Garrison

Lacho Burruel Realtor®

✔ Resale ✔ Rentals

Realtor® Property Manager

Melissa Camargo® ABR, GRI, Realtor Casa Grande Branch Manager

Kathy Chance Realtor ®

Ann Watson Realtor ®

Diane Richardson Realtor ®

Se Habla Español Cathy Torres Realtor ®

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Alissa Procela Office Manager

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Veronica Garza Realtor ®

Dennis Calahan Realtor ®

Family Events

MOVIES UNDER THE STARS

FATHER-DAUGHTER BANQUET

Bring your snacks, blankets, lawn chairs and enjoy a “movie under the stars” with us!

Dates: September 24, 2022 October 15, 2022 March 25, 2023 April 29, 2023 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Main Street Park Movies titles will be announced closer to the event dates.

Notes: All movies are Free to the public! Show times & location are subject to change.

Fathers treat you daughters to a memorable night out that includes dinner, dancing, pictures and more.

Date: Friday, February 10, 2023 Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Age: 5 and up Location: Robson Ranch 5750 N. Robson Blvd., Eloy 85131 Hermosa Ballroom Fee: $20 per person

Eloy Fire District Working To Protect The City of Eloy • Full service fire and rescue department • Advanced life support ambulance transportation • Fully equipped hazardous materials team • Fire prevention and education • ISO Class 4/4 • CPR/First Aid classes • Home safety inspections

Contact us at (520) 466-3544 or eloyfiredistrict@eloyfire.org Follow us on Facebook

Dine-In, Take Out & Catering We are serving home cooked food for everyone to enjoy. Come in and try one of our house favorites.

Thurs. 10-7 • Fri. 9-8 • Sat. 9-8 • Sun. 9-7 116 W. Frontier St., Eloy Eloy Activity Guide

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Special Events

END OF SUMMER LUAU

HARVEST FEST

Join us as we say “Aloha” to summer with an island style celebration at the End of the Summer Luau. Enjoy a night filled with food vendors, music, a limbo contest and entertainment including amazing hula dancers, a drum performance and fire dancers.

Date: Friday, September 9, 2022 Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Location: Main Street Park

Enjoy a night of fun at Eloy’s Annual Harvest Fest. Our fabulous fall event features a trunk-or-treat area, food, games, rides, contests, and plenty of candy!

Date: Saturday, October 29, 2022 Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Location: Main Street Park

Auto, Heavy Duty & Industrial Jeff Horton – General Manager

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VETERAN’S DAY PARADE & SALUTE TO SERVICE Veterans Day occurs on November 11 every year in the United States in honor of the “eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month” of 1918 that signaled the end of World War I. In celebration of all the men and women who have proudly served their country, the Eloy Veteran’s Center, the Eloy Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Eloy come together to honor them with a parade followed by a ceremony to celebrate our “Hometown Heroes”.

Date: Friday, November 11, 2022 Time: 9:00 am Location: Main Street Park

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CHRISTMAS IN ELOY

MLK YOUTH MARCH

EASTER EGG HUNT

Bring your family and celebrate Christmas with us at the City of Eloy Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Electric Lights Parade! Enjoy an evening filled with games, arts and crafts, free carnival rides, music, food and much more.

Date: Saturday, December 10, 2022 Time: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Location: Main Street Park

The Eloy Community Services Department in conjunction with the Eloy Elementary School District has come together in remembrance, honor & celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King.

Date: Thursday, January 12, 2023 Time: 9:00 am Location: Main Street Park

Join us for our annual Easter celebration that includes egg hunts, games, rides, vendors and more!

Date: Friday, April 7, 2023 Time: 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Place: Jones Park

GRACELAND PORTABLE BUILDINGS

15395 Sunland Gin Rd.

Arizona City

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FALL 2022 CHAMBER EVENTS SEPTEMBER 1

Chamber Biz Luncheon - Eloy Visitors Center

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Chamber Mixer- Eloy Civil Air Patrol

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Finally Friday- AKA Bread Co

OCTOBER 6

Chamber Biz Luncheon - Eloy City Hall Community Room

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Chamber Farmers Market - Main Street Park

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Chamber Mixer - TBA

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Finally Friday - AKA Bread Co.

NOVEMBER 5

Santa Cruz Valley Historic Museum Dinner & Dance - The Property

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Eloy Glow & Festival – Eloy Airport

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Chamber Farmers Market - Main Street Park

DECEMBER 1

Chamber Biz Luncheon - Robson Ranch Grill

Follow the Eloy Chamber on Facebook www.facebook.com/EloyChamber/

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Chamber Farmers Market - Main Street Park

Call the office at 520-466-3411

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Chamber Mixer - TBA

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Home Decorating Contest winners announced

JANUARY 5

Chamber Biz Luncheon - La Paloma Restaurant

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Chamber Mixer - TBA

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Chamber Farmers Market - Main Street Park

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Finally Friday - AKA Bread Co.

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3 Floor Plans to Choose From

Senior Living with All the Amenities

Our 55+ active community is located near a hospital, doctors’ offices, restaurants and shopping. Beautiful clubhouse with library and fi tness room. 1-level patio homes, activities, laundry hookups and more!

MORE THAN AN ADULT COMMUNITY

It’ s a Lifestyle!

Fresh food, recipes, and SCAN fun activities are within OR VISIT reach. Download the free app today!

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Moore’s Golf Cars Cypress Point Eloy Activities Guide Senior Living #143660

Activities-Guide - Fall 2022 ServiceEloy - Sales Rentals - Batteries (1) Zoe Pg V (3.5” x 4.6875”) • No repair too1/4 small Full Color

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• Will check your charger for FREE - we do repairs on chargers bam • We carry Evolution Golf Cars • We sell rebuilt, pre-owned cars, all with new batteries • Pre-owned cars starting at $1,999 • Trade-ins welcome Now Selling

LITHIUM BATTERIES

New Evolutions are here!

UA Cooperative Extension Eloy Act Guide Fall 2022 Pinal #145871 Fully loaded with Lithium Battery

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Eloy Activities 2022 (1) Zoe 1/4 Pg V (3.5” x 4.6875”) Whole ad is Art / Full Color

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BATTERY SPECIAL

Serving Our Communities for 52 Years

10215 N. Pinal Ave. • Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-426-0143 Mon.-Fri. Open at 8 am

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Golf Cart Summer Storage

Call now to reserve your spot in our inside storage facility. We also offer outside RV, Boat & Trailer Storage.

Ask About Battery Specials!

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Ask about our Winter Visitor Discount!

Casa Grande’s Automotive Superstore “Your One Stop Shop For Your Automotive Needs”

ENGINES - TRANSMISSIONS AND SERVICE 520-836-0552

THE COMPLETE DEAL (A B&G EXCLUSIVE)

Ask About Our Extended Warranty

520-836-0552

AUTOMOTIVE - BODY SHOP Seasonal Specials 38 Years Experience in the Paint & Body Industry

8 vehicle lifts with up to 12,000 lb capacity for large trucks and motor homes!

We do Complete Auto Painting

Services:

• Engine Installation • Engine Diagnosis • Transmission Repair • Routine Maintenance • Air Conditioning Service

717 W. 1st Street, Casa Grande, Arizona 85122

520-836-0552

Mon. - Fri. 8 am - 5 pm

B&G Auto Eloy Activity Guide Fall 2022 The Complete Deal

Red Rock Correctional Center Hiring!!

Red Rock Is Correctional Center Is Hiring!! **Come Join the Team!!** **Come Join the Team!!**

***Available Positions*** Security Positions: ***Available Positions***  Correctional Officer $47,573 Security Positions:  C/O PRN  Correctional Officer $47,573  Records Supervisor & Records Clerk  C/O PRN  Records Supervisor & Records Clerk Security Support Position: Warehouse/Commissary Worker Administrative Positions: Security Support Position: Warehouse/Commissary Worker  Academic Instructor $54,205 Administrative Positions:  Program Facilitator $41,029  Academic Instructor $54,205  Treatment Counselor $ 57,782  Program Facilitator $41,029 Medical Positions: Counselor $ 57,782  Treatment Medical Positions:  Licensed Practical Nurse $58,929 - $67,371 & LPN PRN  Registered Nurse $82,492 - $101,836, RN PRN & CQI Nurse  Licensed Practical Nurse $58,929 - $67,371 & LPN PRN  Mental Health Coordinator $75,000.  Registered Nurse $82,492 - $101,836, RN PRN & CQI Nurse  Mental Health Coordinator $75,000.

***Added Incentives***  ***Added $5,000.00 Incentives*** sign on bonus for security staff.  $5,000.00 sign on bonus for security staff.  Up to $8,000.00 sign on bonus for COTA certified officers  Up to $8,000.00 sign on bonus with less than one year or for COTA certified officers more than one year of Arizona with less than one year or DOC certified experience. more than one year of Arizona DOC certified experience.  Relocation Package Available, if applicable.  Relocation Package Available, if applicable.  Nurses paid for experience.

Night/weekend shift  Nurses paid for experience. differential offered as well as Night/weekend shift a sign on bonus. differential offered as well as a sign on bonus.  Overtime Incentives for Security Staff.  Overtime Incentives for Security Staff.