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Florence Community Services Activity Guide Fall 2022

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summer, I certainly had one of those moments as I watched our Florence Fairies perform for the Jr. NBA half-time show for the first time. As I watched, I noticed parents, grandparents, brothers, and sisters cheering on their little ballerinas, and later, their little athletes. Neighbors were greeting each other and making those small-town connections that are only possible in a tight-knit town such as ours. Creating a sense of community is always one of our main goals as a Community Services Department, but when you see that priority being achieved first-hand, it’s a beautiful sight to Florencesee.

A LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR

Makes a Difference Day is a perfect example of how our town comes together to make Florence an amazing place to live, play, work, and create that sense of community! During the fall, we have many opportunities for residents to get outside, enjoy our beautiful autumn weather, and meet some of their neighbors new and old. With that, I’d like to encourage all Florence residents to participate in this year’s Florence Makes a Difference Day on Saturday, October 22nd. This is the perfect day to come together, give each other a hand, and tackle a project you would love to see accomplished in our community. Finally, in the lead up to Florence Makes a Difference Day, we encourage our residents to send in any clean-up, project, or beautification ideas to the Community Services Department so volunteers can get engaged on projects that are meaningful to them and they can be proud of for years to come. Have a wonder and Active Fall! Alison Feliz Community Services Director

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Announcement: Have a special skill set or talent? Share it with the community! The Community Services Department is always looking for contracted instructors to lead special interest classes. Please contact the Recreation division at (520) 868-7040 for more information on how you can lead a new program for the community!

Tamara Crewell, Recreation Programmer

Mayor & Town Council

Elijah White, Maintenance Worker I Recreation

Michael Groves, Maintenance Worker I

Community Services Advisory Board

Vision Statement The Town of Florence, Arizona has a rich and diverse history while serving as the county seat for Pinal County. Florence’s Community Services Department recognizes the Town’s heritage and emergence as a regional leader, and embraces our role in providing quality of life experiences for our citizens and visitors. We will continue to provide quality, affordable programming and events, as well as picture perfect parks and other park and recreation facilities. The Department will provide complete recreation centers, new and expanded parks and safe, developed trails. Community Services will continue to be a major partner in tourism opportunities as well as economic and cultural prospects. Values Exceptional Customer Service

Mission Statement The mission of the Florence Community Services Department is to provide programs, services and facilities that enrich the quality of life for all residents.

Tonya Jaquette, Recreation Coordinator

Kristen Rodriguez, Council Liaison Community Services Administration

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Teresa Graciano-Bustillos, Administrative Assistant Library Lisa Lewis, Library Manager

Gregory Gholston, Maintenance Worker I

Erasmo Mendivil Jr., Recreation Coordinator

Lawrence M. Gutierrez

David Lewis, Chair Carolyn Davis, Vice-Chair

Mike Lopez, Maintenance Worker I

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Lisa Garcia, Interim Manager

Alicia Marrufo, Recreation Coordinator

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Rhoda Feierstein, Recreation Programmer

Town Manager

Joseph Bracco Jr.

Alison Feliz, Community Services Director

Tara Walter, Mayor Michelle Cordes, Vice-Mayor

Carolyn Ballard, Recreation Programmer

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Sponsorship: By taking advantage of sponsorship opportunities your business or organization will be able to maximize exposure to the residents of Florence and show community support. With a variety of sponsorship options available, there is sure to be an option that is right for your business. For sponsorship package details and fee information, contact Alicia Marrufo at (520) 868-7699. Give-A-Lift, Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Do you need a ride to your medical appointments? If you are a Florence resident, aged 55+, or a person with a disability, call to request a ride from on of our amazing volunteer drivers. This is not an emergency transportation service. Please allow at least 2 weeks for scheduling a ride. Interested in being a volunteer driver? Here’s what you need: a clean and safe vehicle, good driving record, valid driver’s license, auto insurance coverage, and background check clearance. To schedule a ride, sign up to volunteer, or obtain information, contact Carolyn Ballard by phone at (520) 868-7648, or email at carolyn.ballard@florenceaz.gov

Town of Florence: Community Services Department4 COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT General Information Municipal Volunteer Program (MVP): The Town of Florence offers a variety of volunteer opportunities to the public. Community Volunteers can contribute their energy, talents and ideas, which improves the quality of life in Florence. If you are interested in volunteering with the Town of Florence, visit www.FlorenceAZ. gov/MVP Durable Medical Equipment Loan Program: The Durable Medical Equipment Loan Program provides mobility equipment on a temporary basis. The program, offered by the recreation division of Florence Community Services includes wheelchairs, rolling walkers and other similar equipment. Users will sign a waiver before the requested equipment is issued. Individuals interested in borrowing medical equipment, may call the Community Center at (520) 868-7040 to check on equipment availability.

Applicants must submit a completed program registration form, financial documentation and the Program Fee Assistance Application to the Community Center.

Americans with Disabilities Act: The Town of Florence is committed to implementing the intent and spirit of ADA legislation. Those who may need assistance in order to enjoy our programs should contact the Clerk’s office at (520) 868-7552 and email the Community Services Department at Alison.Feliz@ florenceaz.gov. Please provide at least a 72 hour notice with any special requests. Additional time is appreciated due to Florence’s rural location.

Youth Scholarship Program: The Youth Scholarship Program assists eligible Florence families by providing financial assistance to youth, 17 years and under. The scholarship program is only applicable for Florence Community Services recreation and aquatics programs which require fee payment. Scholarship financial assistance is $200 maximum, per family per fiscal year. Eligibility and assistance are based on Federal Poverty Level Guidelines. The Program Fee Assistance Application is available at the Library and Community Center, 778 N. Main St. or on-line at www.florenceaz.gov/parks.

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Refund: If a class is canceled you will receive a full refund. Allow 10 business days for a refund check. All payments made by Visa, Discover, or MasterCard will be refunded to your credit card account.

NEW! QR Code Use Directions: (QR codes for print version only) 1. Open your camera app. 2. Point camera towards the QR Code. 3. Select the displayed code content 4. Complete your registration. How do I know what programs are available online? When browsing programs online, registration availability will be indicated. Verification of Residency: Residents live or own property in the Town of Florence. All other are non-residents. Payment Options: We accept cash, checks, Visa, Discover and MasterCard payments.

Online Registration How do I get started? To get started, simply visit: florenceaz.gov/parks-and-recreation and open an account. You will be asked to set up a unique Login Name and Password. This account can be used for all members of your household. If you already have a Login Name and Password, please click on the My Account button and sign in. You will be able to access account information, such as your daily schedule, past receipts, prior transactions and much more. If I register on-line, will I know if I get into a program right away? Yes, the registrations are in “real-time”. If a program has an opening when you complete your registration, you will be registered, and you will receive confirmation that your registration has been received. If a program is closed, you will be able to sign up on-line to be on the wait-list.

Wait-list: If you are placed on a waitlist for a course or activity, there is no immediate payment taken. If a spot becomes available you will be notified to come in and pay the required activity fee.

Cancellations Some programs require a minimum number of participants and are subject to cancellation. Those who are registered will be contacted and provided a refund if this occurs. Programming Details Legend Age Day Date & Time Fee Any Sat May 18 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm $20

Town of Florence: Community Services Department6 10.31. 2022FRIGHT FEST EVENT!×FREEEVENT!×FREEEVENT! FREEEVENT!×FREEEVENT!×FREE Downtown Historic Main Street Monday, October 31st × 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Trunk or Treat Registration: We are seeking Trunk or Treat organizers and Side x Side owners to help in the overall operation of this event.

90th ANNUAL JR. PARADA PARADE Saturday, Nov ember 26, 2022 Sta rts at 10:00 a m Downtown Historic M a in Street Parade Registration: We are seeking floats and riders who would like to help showcase the Town’s western heritage. FREEEVENT For more Rodeo information visit florencejrparada.com

DATE: Friday, December 2, 2022 TIME: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. LOCATION: Downtown Historic Main Street PARADE REGISTRATION: We are seeking a variety of brightly lit entries. Register for a chance to win at this year’s Light Parade. FREE EVENT home tow n

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Town of Florence: Community Services Department10 SPECIAL EVENTS Florence Makes a Difference Day Community Center We are looking to non-profit organizations, companies, families, and individuals within the community to develop projects in the town that need attention and recruit the volunteers and resources needed to tackle those meaningful projects. We want to make a difference by tackling impactful projects that community members can be proud of for years to come. Vendor Opportunity Check out all the vendor opportunities available through the Recreation Division. Please register for each event you plan to attend! We hope to see you in Florence for all the fun! Age Day Date & Time Fee All Fri Oct 22nd 7:00 am to 11:00 am FREE Want to make a Difference? Register now.HERECLICKTOREGISTER

Fall 2022 Activity Guide 11 Frightful Movie in the Park/ Drive-in Territory Square Fields Get out of the house, get into your car and surround yourself in Terror. This frightful movie in the park/drive-in is ferociously original and you’re not sure what to expect, so fear the unexpected. This will be an interactive movie night where scares will greet you as you drive in. Age Day Date & Time Fee 13+ Sat Oct5:3029thpm FREE MOVIE RATING GUIDELINES: PG - 13 : Parents Strongly Cautioned: Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. Parents are urged to be cautious. SPECIAL EVENTS Jingle Bell Jog Heritage Park Break out your most festive holiday wear for this Christmas themed 5K. We’ll provide the jingle bells; you provide the cheer. Age Day / Month Time Cost 5 - 17 Sat / Dec 3rd 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm $15 18+ Sat / Dec 3rd 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm $25 COINS & COLLECTIBLES BUY • SELL • TRADE FLORENCE COINS COLLECTIBLESAND 260 N MAIN ST • FLORENCE Generally Tues-Fri 1pm-4pm Or call for appointment (520)705-6572 Great Selection • Fair Prices Free Coin Appraisals HEREHERECLICKADULTCHILDTOREGISTERCLICKTOREGISTER

Santa Cruise Anthem and Florence Neighborhoods Santa will be cruising the streets of Florence and Anthem Parkside on the evening of Thursday, December 22nd. He will begin his trip at 5:30 p.m. in Anthem Parkside. Follow the Town of Florence on social media for detailed information route information. Also, to keep a live location of Santa on this day, download the Glympse app on your smartphone. please call (520) 868-7040. Day Date & Time Fee Thu Dec 22nd 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm E. B, Florence, AZ Florence

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Town of Florence: Community Services Department12 SPECIAL EVENTS Breakfast with Santa Community Center Food, music, holiday crafts, and a visit with the big guy are all in store for those who attend the fourth annual Breakfast with Santa, presented by Florence Community Services Department. This festive event will be held on Saturday, December 17th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Library and Community Center, 778 N. Main Street. The cost is only $8 per person and includes breakfast of pancakes and sausage, provided by the Pinal County Mounted Posse. Pre-registration is required to attend. Everyone who plans on attending this event must be registered to ensure the seat for everyone. For more information, call the Community Services Department at (520) 868-7040. Age Day Date & Time Fee All Sat Dec 17th 9:00 am to 11:00 am $8

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Other Notes: Breakfast and Lunch will not be provided. Please send your child with a sack lunch, we will have a refrigerator and microwave available for use. Daily Drop-Ins are available for $20 per day before the weekly deadline. Thereafter $5 will be added after the deadline. Spots fill up fast so register ASAP!!!

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Community Center The Town of Florence Recreation Division now accepting registrations for the R.E.C. Club’s fall and winter intersession programs. R.E.C. Club provides a fun, safe, stimulating place for children to enjoy during the day over Florence Unified School Districts Fall Intersession. Activities include sports, games, arts and crafts, STEM activities, cooking, and so much more. The Fall R.E.C. Club is available from September 27th to October 7th, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Florence Library and Community Center, located at 778 N. Main Street and the Winter R.E.C. Club is available from December 19th to January 6th.

Fall 2022 Activity Guide 15 Week Days Time Cost Week 1 Mon - Fri / Sep 26th - Sep 30th 7:30 am to 5:30 pm $85 Week 1 - Drop-In Mon - Fri / Sep. 26th - Sep. 30th 7:30 am to 5:30 pm $20 Week 2 Mon - Fri / Oct 3rd - Oct 7th 7:30 am to 5:30 pm $85 Week 2 - Drop-In Mon - Fri / Oct 3rd - Oct 7th 7:30 am to 5:30 pm $20 FALL INTERSESSION | 5 - 12 YEARS Week Days Time Cost Week 1 Mon - Fri / Dec 19th - Dec 23rd 7:30 am to 5:30 pm $85 Week 1 - Drop-In Mon - Fri / Dec 19th - Dec 23rd 7:30 am to 5:30 pm $20 Week 2 Mon - Fri / Dec 26th - Dec 30th 7:30 am to 5:30 pm $85 Week 2 - Drop-In Mon - Fri / Dec 26th - Dec 30th 7:30 am to 5:30 pm $20 Week 3 Mon - Fri / Jan 2nd - Jan 6th 7:30 am to 5:30 pm $85 Week 3 - Drop-In Mon - Fri / Jan 2nd - Jan 6th 7:30 am to 5:30 pm $20 WINTER INTERSESSION | 5 - 12 YEARS A $5 late fee will be added if the participant is not registered the Friday prior to the school week. R.E.C. CLUB PROGRAMS

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Los Pequeños Ballet Folklorico Community Center Los Pequeños is a colorful, local group of Ballet Folkloric dancers. This style of dance dates to 1810 Mexico’s War of Independence and has seen several variations over the years. Boys and Girls ages 4 through 18 are invited to be a part of the local Folklorico dance group, titled Los Pequeños de Florence. Making new friends, traveling, and performing at various events all await the dance performers. No classes will be held during intersession breaks. Day Date & Time Tues TBD 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm You Know?

Each region of Mexico is represented in Ballet Folklorico through different costumes. For instance, the costumes from Jalisco entails the women to wear brightly colored ruffled skirts trimmed with ribbons. For the region of Veracruz, the women wear beautiful white dresses that are full of lace. Women from Sinaloa, the coastal region, wear lighter and more colorful dresses, while, in contrast, the women in the Americas typically wear darker colors as a show of mourning for the dead. Finally, Oaxaca is most recognized for the detail in the embroidery.

Fall 2022 Activity Guide 17 SPECIAL INTEREST PROGRAMS Art & Drawing Community Center Have you always wanted to learn the basics of drawing or painting? Register for three day camp! Age Day Date & Time Fee 10 - 17 Tue - Thur Oct 4th - Oct 6th 10:00 am to 11:30 am $25 Artist Tip! Looking at other artists for inspiration is great, but don’t compare your work to others and let it get you down. Everyone has their own unique, individual style. Everyone is also at a different stage in their artistic journey. HERECLICKTOREGISTER

Town of Florence: Community Services Department18 SPECIAL INTEREST PROGRAMS Art & Drawing Community Center Have you always wanted to learn the basics of drawing or painting? Register for this upcoming class this fall. No Class Saturday, November 26. Age Day Date & Time Fee 10 - 17 Sat Oct 22nd - Dec 3rd 11:00 am to Noon $40 18+ Sat Oct 22nd - Dec 3rd Noon to 1:00 pm $40 Volunteer Opportunity Would you like to fulfill your community service hours through sports, special events or recreation programming? Here’s your chance! Register to be a volunteer now at www.florenceaz.gov/mvp HERECLICKTOREGISTER

Arizona Flower Girl (520) 213-7761 143 N. Main St., Florence Floral Designs for All Events & Occasions Local Delivery Fall 2022 Activity Guide 19 Science Camp Community Center In this science camp, participants have the opportunity to learn about laws of motion, weather experiments, and physical and chemical changes. Age Day Date & Time Fee 9 - 14 Tue - Thur Sep 27th - Sep 29th 10:00 am to 11:30 am $25 SPECIAL INTEREST PROGRAMS HERECLICKTOREGISTER

SPECIAL INTEREST PROGRAMS Town of Florence: Community Services Department20 Ballet Florence Fairies Community Center We will be working on teaching creative movement with our bodies. Dancers will learn how to stretch and warm up in a group setting with proper technique. We will be learning 1st position, 2nd position and many other ballet techniques that are easy to learn for this age group. Dancers will also learn body control and personal space. A short presentation for the parents will take place at the end of our session. Ages Days Time Cost 3 - 5 Sat / Oct 15th - Nov 19th 8:00 am to 8:45 am $45 3 - 5 Sat / Oct 15th - Nov 19th 9: 00 am to 9:45 am $45 6 - 7 Sat / Oct 15th - Nov 19th 10:00 am to 10:45 am $45 HERECLICKTOREGISTER

Zumba Community Center Ditch the workout and join the party! Achieve long-term benefits while experiencing an exciting dance party atmosphere full of Latin and international music. You’ll forget you’re working out with the exotic but easy to follow dance moves to music such as salsa, cha-cha slide, reggaeton, mambo and merengue. The result of this fusion is a fun, energetic workout that feels more like a night out dancing than your standard gym session. Age Day Date & Time Fee 13+ WedMon Sep 7th - Sep 28th Oct 3rd - Oct 31st Nov 2nd - Nov 30th Dec 5th - Dec 28th 5:45 pm to 6:30 pm $25monthper Crouching Tiger Martial Arts Community Center Traditional Martial Arts Training. Classes are geared towards fitness, self-improvement, and empowerment. Fall 2022 Activity Guide 21 Age Day / Month Time Cost 5-9 Tue & Thu Sep 6th - Sep 29th Oct 4th - Oct 27th Nov 1st - Nov 29th Dec 6th - Dec 29th 6:45 pm to 7:15 pm $50.00 10+ 7:15 pm to 8:15 pm $50.00 FITNESS PROGRAMS HEREHERECLICKTOREGISTERCLICKTOREGISTER

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Heritage Park Lil Tykes T-ball & Coach Pitch is a recreational league that will teach the fundamentals of baseball and team play. Registration deadline is on Wednesday, December 14th. Practices are tentatively scheduled to begin the week of January 2nd. Practices can be held Monday through Thursday and the day your child’s practice is on will be determined by the coach. The first game is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 25th. Volunteer coaches and referees are strongly needed for the successful operation of this program.

5-6 T-ball: This division is a follow-up to the Rookie Division. In this league, participants will use aluminum bats and rubber baseballs. 6-8 Coach Pitch: In this division, coaches will pitch to batters, keep score, and outs in *play.Participants that are six years of age have the option to play in the Coach Pitch division or the level below, which is T-ball, at parents discretion. (Based on player experience). Game days are subject to change based on participation. Day / Month Time Wed & Sat 25th - Mar 15th 5:45 pm & Sat 25th - Mar 15th 5:45 pm & Sat 25th - Mar 15th 5:45 pm

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SENIOR PROGRAMS Town of Florence: Community Services Department24 Biscuits & Gravy Dorothy Nolan Senior Center Every Wednesday Morning enjoy a cup of coffee and homemade Biscuits & Sausage Gravy with your friends at the Senior Center. Age Day Date & Time Fee 55+ Wed Sep 1st - Dec 31st 7:00 am to 9:00 am $2 1771 E. McMurray Blvd., Casa Grande (520) cypresspointliving.com836-6555 Check out our virtual tours on our website! Our Senior Living apartments feature great well-maintainedamenities,groundsandawonderfulcommunityfeel! Continue Your Book, Start Your New Chapter Here Grandparent’s Carnival Days Dorothy Nolan Senior Center Join us for an evening of lots of fun with your grandchildren. We will host an indoor carnival with circus food and carnival games. Age Day Date & Time Fee AgesAll Thu Sept 8th 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm $15

SENIOR PROGRAMS Fall 2022 Activity Guide 25 Hunt A Killer Dorothy Nolan Senior Center Hunt A Killer is a murder mystery subscription box where a detective enlists your help in solving a murder. We receive a box from a detective with letters, documents, clues and evidence every month. With each box, you’ll be able to eliminate a suspect and get one step closer to cracking the case. You’re a part of this fictional world and we are relying on you to help us solve the mystery and find the true killer. Do you have what it takes? Age Day Date & Time Fee 55+ Thu Dec 1st Begins at Noon FREE

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SENIOR PROGRAMS Town of Florence: Community Services Department26 Home Improvement Project Dorothy Nolan Senior Center September is Labor month. Join in our 5th annual Labor Day Home Improvement Project! Our goal is to raise $500 to help seniors with projects around the house. We will serve $3.00 Biscuits and Gravy in the morning and Chili Dog lunch for $5.00. Donations are accepted and greatly Theappreciated.number of seniors who are assisted with projects will depend on amount of funds raised and the seniors’ applications that are received. Come help make this a successful Labor Day Improvement Project. Specific rules and details available at the center.

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Age Day Date & Time Fee 55+ Fri Sept 23rd 9:30 am to 1:00 pm FREE Chillin’ with the Cool Arts Dorothy Nolan Senior Center Escape the heat and learn to paint a masterpiece! Our very own Doris Haggeman shows painting Rembrandt. Enjoy tranquility

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Spend your Thanksgiving with friends at the Dorothy Nolan Senior Center. We will have a traditional Thanksgiving dinner including homemade pumpkin pie. If you would like to play Brown Bag Bingo, bring a prize in a brown bag as your offering. Bingo starts at 10:00am.

Launch of an Annual Bingo Festival connecting players all virtually across the state of Arizona. Meet at the Dorothy Nolan Senior center and play bingo with other senior centers. Sponsored by Town of Florence Dorothy Nolan Senior Center, Wellcare and Televeda. Bingo will be played from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Complimentary lunch will be provided for participants at 12:00 p.m.

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Age Day Date & Time Fee 55+ Tue Oct 18th 10:00 am to 1:00 pm FREE Halloween Costume Party

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Age Day Date & Time Fee 55+ Mon Oct 31st 10:00 am to 11:30 am $8 Thanksgiving Luncheon & Brown Bag Bingo

Age Day Date & Time Fee 55+ Wed Nov 23rd 10:00 am to Noon $10

Join us for spooks and thrills. We will have a costume contest, games, and prizes, along with a frightful lunch.

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Join us for a friendly game of cornhole. Participants will receive a complimentary piece of pizza.

Town of Florence: Community Services Department28 LIBRARY EVENTS Family Storytime Library Children of all ages and their caregivers are invited to the library’s Family Storytime! Join us for an hour of stories, songs, crafts, and fun! Age Day Date & Time Fee AgesAll Tue Sept 13th - Dec 27th Begins 11:00 am FREE Early Release Activities Library Join the library every Wednesday for one of our rotating early release activities! Each week we will alternate between a family film, craft, or bricks n’ blocks. Swing by the library for our monthly youth calendar or give us a call for details on the activity of the week! Age Day Date & Time Fee AgesAll Wed Sept 7th - Dec 28th Begins 2:00 pm FREE Conveniently located at: HE SHOPS AT COPPER BASIN 2510 E. Hunt Hwy., #12 San Tan Valley, Arizona 85143 In Copper Basin at Hunt Hwy. & Copper Mine Road near Kiyoshi, Barro’s Pizza & Chevron OUR STAFF IS THE HEART OF FFRONTIER TATTOO COMPANY! Call the shop at 480/987-4728 or visit us on social media to make a tattoo or appointment.piercing forsocialVisitusonmediaspecials&events! h h h forsocialmediaspecials&events!480/987-4728 • FrontierTattooCompany.com Join us on Social Media @FrontierTattooCompany SAN TAN VALLEY’S OLDEST TATTOO & PIERCING SHOP COLOR•BLACK & GREY•COVER-UPS•PIERCING • WOMAN-FRIENDLY

LIBRARY EVENTS Fall 2022 Activity Guide 29 Grinchmas Library Come dressed in your comfiest pajamas and join us at the library! We will watch How the Grinch Stole Christmas as well as make a Christmas themed craft! Age Day Date & Time Fee AgesAll Fri Dec 16th Begins 4:00 pm FREE Fall Break Activities Library Join the library each weekday over fall break for one of our rotating events. We will have one of the following activities each day: family film, craft, and bricks n’ blocks! Age Day Date & Time Fee AgesAll Tue - Fri Sept 27th - Oct 7th Begins at 2:00 pm FREE

LIBRARY EVENTS Town of Florence: Community Services Department30 Tween Time Library Join library staff and make new friends in an hour and a half of games, crafts, and more! Age Day Date & Time Fee 9 - 12 1st Thu Sept 1st - Dec 1st Begins 4:00 pm FREE Teen Time Library Join library staff and make new friends in an hour and a half of games, crafts, and more! Age Day Date & Time Fee 13 - 18 3rd Thu Sept 15th - Dec 15th Begins 3:30 pm FREE STOREPARTSAUTOHOMETOWNYOURValid thru December 31, 2022. Valid at Day Auto Supply locations only. May not be combined with any other discount or promotion. Valid on regular priced items only. Some exclusions apply. See store for details. PURCHASEYOUR20%OFFNEXT

Fall 2022 Activity Guide 31 LIBRARY EVENTS Young Adult (YA) Book Club Library Join us in reading a new Young Adult (YA) book every month! Discover new authors and discuss what you liked and didn’t like about each book! Age Day Date & Time Fee 14+ Fri Sept 9th, Oct 14th, Nov 4th, Dec 9th Begins 4:00 pm FREE Juvenile Book Club Library Join us in reading a new Juvenile book every month! Discover new authors and discuss what you liked and didn’t like about each book! Age Day Date & Time Fee 9+ Fri Sept 23rd, Oct 28th, Nov 18th, Dec 23rd Begins 4:00 pm FREE Dungeons And Dragons Club Library Join us for a land of mystery and adventure in our monthly D&D Club! No matter your experience or skill level come join in fun short campaigns to find treasure, fight battles, and make friends!! Age Day Date & Time Fee 10+ 3rd Sat Sept 17th - Dec 17th Begins 12:30pm FREE A joint project with: This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). USDA is an equal opportunity provider. Stay healthy with just one tap. Fresh food, recipes, and fun activities are within reach. Download the free app today! PinalHealthy.com/app ORSCANVISIT

Town of Florence: Community Services Department32 T(w)een Craft Night Library Join us in making some fun crafts! Bring an old T-Shirt to make a fun book bag! And learn how to make beads out of just paper! Age Day Date & Time Fee 9 - 18 Thu Sept 29th 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm FREE LIBRARY EVENTS T(w)een Nailed It Challenge Library Get creative in replicating fun cupcake designs! Prizes will be rewarded for the best cupcakes! Age Day Date & Time Fee 9 - 18 Tue Nov 8th Begins at 4:00 pm FREE T(w)een Video Game Night Library Join us in playing fun group and solo video games! See if you can beat your friends high scores! Age Day Date & Time Fee 9 - 18 Thu Dec 29th Begins at 2:00 pm FREE Saturday Movies Library For adult audiences. Join us once a month on Saturdays, except in November, for a feature film at the library. Age Day Date & Time Fee 18+ Sat Sept 10th, Oct 22nd, Dec 10th Begins at Noon FREE Adult Craft Library Join us for adult crafts of moderate difficulty, including metal working, DIY crafts, and more! Age Day Date & Time Fee 18+ 3rd Tue Sept 20th - Dec 20th Begins at 4:00 pm FREE

Fall 2022 Activity Guide 33 LIBRARY EVENTS Creative Writing Club Library Exercise your skills as a writer with other aspiring authors as we examine the key ingredients of a compelling story and what it takes to get published. Age Day Date & Time Fee 15+ 1st and 4th Tue Sept 27th - Dec 27th Begins at 5:00 pm FREE Anime Club Library Join fellow anime fans for monthly screenings, discussions and games of some of the highest rated anime of all time. Age Day Date & Time Fee AgesAll Wed3rd Sept 21st - Dec 21st Begins at 4:00 pm FREE AZ Speaks / FRANK Talks Library and Community Center Once a month on Saturdays, the Library will have experts from a variety of fields host presentations and conversations on diverse topics, from history, to science, to the arts. AZ Speaks focuses mostly on presentations, while FRANK Talks center on community conversations on challenging topics. Follow us on Facebook for updates or contact the library. *Dates may vary depending on presenter availability. Age Day Date & Time Fee AgesAll Sat Sept 24th - Dec 31st Begins at 11:00 am FREE www.eandjchvac.comScan For Specials Roc# 188085 Licensed • Bonded • Insured Air Conditioning • Heating • Contractors Residential/Commercial Installation & Service 13670 N. Tener Road, Florence, AZ 85132 520-868-9005Schedule an appointmentToday! E & JC Heating and Cooling Inc • Service All Brands • Air Conditioning • Heat Pumps • Furnaces • Sheet Metal • Emergency Service

Town of Florence: Community Services Department34 PARKS AND FACILITIES Florence Library & Community Center Community Services Administration 778 N. Main Street (520) 868-7040 Community Center Hours: Monday thru Thursday: 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday based on reservations. Closed on holiday weekends. Library Hours: Tuesday & Thursday: 9:00 am to 7:00 pm Wednesday & Friday: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Saturday: 11:00 to 3:00 pm Sun./Mon. - Closed Florence Aquatic Center 174 W. 1st Street (520) Closed868-7650forthe season after Labor Day. Tennis & Pickelball Courts 174 W. 1st Street Hours: Sun thru Sat - Sunrise to 10:00 pm Heritage Park 600 N. Main Street Padilla Park 77 W. Ruggles Street Little League Park & Central Bark Park 200 E. 8th Street Dorothy Nolan Senior Center 330 N. Pinal Street (520) MonHours:868-7622thruFri-8:00 am to 4:00 pm Closed Holidays Florence Fitness Center 133 N. Main Street (520) StaffedOpen868-758924/7Hours: Mon thru Fri - 5:00 am to 9:00 am; 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Main Street Park 700 S. Main Street Charles Whitlow Rodeo Grounds 4905 S. Pinal Parkway Florence Aero Modeler Park Hwy 79, 2 miles South of Florence at mile marker 130. Directly across the highway from Charles Whitlow Rodeo Park. Poston Butte Preserve Access to Poston Butte is off Hunt Highway, west of Poston Butte Loop, on the north side of road. The parks are yours! Help us keep them clean and safe! If you see someone abusing your park, please notify the Florence Police Department at (520) 868-7681 or the Community Services Department at (520) 868-7040.

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Town of Florence: Community Services Department36 FEESFitness Center Fees Month Bi-Annual Annual Adult (18 to 54) $20 $99 $198 Senior (55+) $13 $66 $132 Youth (17 & under) $13 $66 $132 Fitness Classes Resident Non $20 - $57 $25 - $71 Resident Non-Resident Community Center $20 - $60 $37.50 - $90 Aquatic Center $20 - $250 $25 - $375 Senior Center $50 - $150 $75 - $225 Park Open Turf $25 $37.50 Park Ramada $5 - $15 $7.50 - $22 Fields* $15 - $270 $22.50 - $40.50 Facility Fees Facility and park reservation fees are per hour with a two hour *Fieldminimum.lightsand additional field prep incur extra fees REGISTERCLICKHERETO

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