2023-2024 Florence Visitors Guide & Business Directory

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2023–2024 Visitors Guide & Business Directory florenceazchamber.com It’s a western state of mind.
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1 GREATER FLORENCE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE A bout t he C over M ission s t A te M ent The GreaTer F lorence chamber oF commerce promoTes, uni Tes, and advocaTes For our business members To achieve economic Grow T h and prosperi T y. sou T h bu TTe moun Tain lies jusT sou T heasT oF F lorence . This phoToGraph was Taken by janell baca oF casa de baca sT udios 24 W RUGGLES ST., FLORENCE, AZ 85132 WEB: WWW.FLORENCEAZCHAMBER.COM EMAIL: FLORENCECHAMBER@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 520-868-9433 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: ROGER BIEDE LIKE US ON FACEBOOK AT: WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/GFCOC FOLLOW US ON TWITTER AT: TWITTER.COM/GFCC851 About the Cover 1 Mission Statement 1 Message from the Director ........................................................ 2 Board of Directors .................................................................... 4 Demographics & Community Information 6 Message from the Mayor 7 Important Phone Numbers ........................................................ 8 Town History ............................................................................. 9 Education 12 Historic State & National Parks 14 Healthcare ................................................................................. 17 Dining Guide ............................................................................. 18 Recreation Guide 19 Calendar of Events 21 Benefits of Becoming a Chamber Member ............................... 23 Chamber Members .................................................................... 24 Advertisers Index 36 PRODUCED & PUBLISHED BY CHAMBER MEMBER: Local Office: (520) 868-5897 | 190 N. Main St., Florence Main Office: (520) 836-7461 | 200 W. 2nd St., Casa Grande Ruth A. Kramer, President Donovan Kramer Jr., Managing Editor / Co-Publisher Kara K. Cooper, Advertising Director / Co-Publisher Brian D. Kramer, Director of Digital Zoe A. Cooper, Creative Advertising Manager Cover photo: Janell Baca/Casa de Baca Studios Inside photos: Courtesy of Michael Baca/Casa de Baca Studios, Pinal County Historical Museum, Staff Photos/PinalCentral, Submitted Photos Contents
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We welcome you to Florence as you step into a place that is keeping western traditions alive, from the oldest junior rodeo in the United States to craftspeople and ranchers that are living rugged, inspired lifestyles. Not just a theme park or a facade – a real western culture thrives here today, where people are hardworking and neighbors always have your back. Leave your pretenses behind and connect genuinely with a town that straddles the line between yesterday and today.

We invite you to explore Main Street’s many well preserved adobe buildings and over 140 historic buildings that all tell a story of its Old West past. Reset your clock and enjoy a slower pace where you can relax and reconnect with your family and loved ones. In Florence, Arizona, you are invited to set foot into a western state of mind.

For over 125 years, the Florence Chamber has been a vital and instrumental component to our business community. Serving our businesses and community has never been more important than now as we work together to navigate these times. We are very excited about the future of our community and the success of our members. As always, our organization provides unmatched opportunities to align with old and new relationships and network with prospective customers, as well as a dynamic schedule of events.

The programs and events we provide offer extraordinary opportunities to enhance networks and relationships. As we look to the future, we continue our strategic planning for this quickly evolving business environment to offer our members more tools to be successful moving forward.

Discover Florence!

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Thank you for taking an interest in our town and everything our amazing businesses have to offer. Our outstanding Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce does so much to help our businesses flourish and achieve success. The Chamber provides resources and opportunities dedicated to fostering the professional, economic, educational, administrative, and cultural well-being of our town – and for that, I thank them.

In Florence, we strive to welcome and support our local business community. Whether you are looking to relocate or start a new venture, you will find a town with safe streets, great educational opportunities, access to quality health care, a vibrant downtown shopping experience, and a variety of delicious restaurants. You will also enjoy our many signature events and community activities which highlight our town’s rich history and prominent heritage.

We have a tremendous quality of life here in Florence, which makes our community an ideal place to live, work, start a business, raise a family, or retire. I encourage you to explore the Chamber’s many opportunities to get involved in our community as they help sponsor and coordinate many of the Town’s great events.

Florence is where my husband, our three children, and I call home and where three generations of my family reside, so I am very proud to help lead this amazing town. We’re a strong, close-knit community and we hope you’ll take advantage of all it has to offer. In Florence, you’re always welcome; so I invite you, your business, and your family to discover what it’s like living in a “western state of mind”!

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du CA tion Florence Unified School District www.fusdaz.com (520) 866-3500 Central Arizona College www.centralaz.edu (520) 494-5444 Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology www.cavitschools.com ............................ (520) 423-1944 University of Arizona www.arizona.edu .................................... (520) 621-2211 Northern Arizona University www.nau.edu (923) 523-5511 Arizona State University www.asu.edu (480) 965-2100 Pinal Gila Community Child Services (Head Start) www.pgcsc.org (520) 723-5321 s enior s ervi C es Dorothy Nolan Senior Center www.florenceaz.gov ................................ (520) 868-7622 Pinal Gila Council for Senior Citizens www.pgcsc.org (520) 836-2758 h e A lth C A re s ervi C es Florence Hospital ................................... (520) 868-3333 Banner Casa Grande Medical Center ... (520) 381-6300 Rural Metro Fire Department ............... (520) 836-0284 Sun Life Health....................................... (520) 868-5811 Horizon Community Health Center (520) 635-6336 C ounty s ervi C es Pinal County Government www.pinalcountyaz.gov (520) 866-6000 Pinal County Public Health (520) 509-3555 Pinal County Recycle Center (520) 866-5111 Pinal County Sheriff’s Office (520) 509-3555 Pinal County Superior Court (520) 509-3555 Pinal County Animal Control (520) 509-3555 C o MM unity s ervi C es Arizona Motor Vehicle Services (Coolidge location) (520) 723-5338 AZ Department of Economic Security (520) 723-5351 Better Business Bureau (520) 888-6262 Florence Reminder & Blade-Tribune www.pinalcentral.com (520) 868-5897 United Way of Pinal County www.unitedwayofpc.org ......................... (520) 868-0736 t own s ervi C es – s ervi C es Town Hall www.florenceaz.gov (520) 868-7500 Building Inspections (520) 868-7575 Economic Development (520) 868-7541 Finance (520) 868-7624 Fire (520) 868-7609 Grants (520) 868-7549 Library (520) 868-8311 Municipal Court (520) 868-7514 Community Services .............................. (520) 868-7589 Human Resources .................................. (520) 868-7553 Community Development ..................... (520) 868-7575 Police (non-emergency) .......................... (520) 868-7681 Public Works .......................................... (520) 868-7620 u tilities Arizona Public Service www.aps.com (800) 253-9405 San Carlos Irrigation Project (520) 723-6215 Cox Communications (520) 884-0133 Electrical District #2 (520) 723-7741 CenturyLink Communications www.centurylink.com ............................ (800) 244-1111 Southwest Gas www.swgas.com ..................................... (877) 860-6020 EPCOR (480) 987-9870 SRP ........................................................ (602) 236-8888
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A Desert Town with Ancient Roots

Imagine walking along the banks of the Gila River near Florence to hear the echoes of the people who came before. The first Arizonans known as the Hohokam or Huhugam thrived in the desert landscape using a sophisticated canal system that spanned 500 miles. Huhugam society flourished supporting 50,000 - 60,000 people who built large religious centers, farmed, traded, and created artisan jewelry and pottery. Nearby is the “Great House,” a multistory, multi-roomed, adobe structure, now called the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument. The ruins remain as a legacy of these prehistoric people. Visitors come from all over to see this fascinating structure.

The shootout at the Tunnel Saloon (so named for its underground drinking room), was between two former lawmen!

While drinking and gambling in the Tunnel Saloon, Sheriff Pete Gabriel was on edge as he heard his Deputy, Joe Phy was looking for him. Each time someone entered the saloon, Gabriel reached for his gun. Phy was sitting on a bench across the street waiting for Gabriel to leave the saloon. But Phy’s temper got the best of him as he grew tired of waiting and entered the saloon. Some say Gabriel fired first while others believe Phy fired first. The two men fell out into the street and continued shooting until both were seriously wounded. Phy fell to the ground and Gabriel staggered on down the street. Gabriel and Phy refused to share a doctor, so a second doctor was brought to Florence from the Gila River Indian Reservation! Ultimately Phy died and Gabriel survived to live out his life plagued by nightmares of the incident.

Fast forward to the 1880s when Florence earned its reputation as a true, wild west town built on mining and cattle ranching. Cowboys and Silver King miners traveled to Florence on Saturday night for one of its many saloons on Main Street. Florence also had its share of shootouts!

Imagine the journey from Yuma to Florence in the early 1900s. In 1908, eighteen inmates in the company of two or three guards got off a train at the Florence Depot north of town and walked across the desert and Gila River to build the 2nd Territorial Prison. The state of Arizona had the money for materials but not labor, so Warden Thomas Rynning established a policy called “two-for-one” in which an inmate worked for two days building the prison and then received time off his sentence. During this time, the

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A typical Florence saloon. Photos Courtesy of the Pinal County Historical Society

administration believed in self-sufficiency; so the inmates farmed crops, dairy, and hogs, all of which fed the inmates. Excess food went to other institutions such as the Pinal County General Hospital and many school districts. Today, the Arizona State Prison continues to contribute to the community.

Think of a fun recreation activity. Inmates of the Arizona State Prison participated in many of those activities within and outside the walls of the prison. Sports such as baseball and boxing were popular among the inmates. Local Florence residents often competed against the inmates in baseball games. The Arizona State Prison supported the arts with music and theater opportunities. The inmate band, “Stars Behind Bars”, marched in the annual Junior Parada Parade with the community. Most notably, the Arizona State Prison held an “Outlaw Rodeo” from 19811987. Many residents of Florence and beyond enjoyed

viewing this three-day competition with events including bull riding, wild horse racing, ribbon roping, “money the hard way,” and more. “Money the Hard Way” involved tying a bag of money to a bull’s head and letting the bull loose. Inmates were challenged to grab the money from the bull’s head and claim the victory cash. Think about how fascinating this event would have been to watch!

Florence is home to many notable political figures, including four Arizona state governors and Earnest McFarland, or “Mac,” who had an unprecedented career that began in Florence. Mac began as a county attorney and defense attorney in Florence. From there, Mac served in all three branches of the government: as a U.S. Senator, where he was the majority leader, the Governor of Arizona, and an Arizona Supreme Court Chief Justice. As a Senator, Mac lobbied for the Central Arizona Project (CAP) for irrigation and reclamation purposes. His vision to secure Arizona’s water rights is a noteworthy accomplishment that ensured a dependable water supply for future generations. Mac authored hundreds of legal opinions but most notably,

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Guy Humphries in the 1982 Outlaw Rodeo. The state prison’s administration building under construction. Florence’s image has revolved around that institution since the early days. Mac raised cotton on his farm in Florence. Cotton is one of Arizona’s 5 C’s, which is still an important crop for Arizona.

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Miranda vs. Arizona. The most significant accomplishment of Mac’s career is his contribution to writing the G.I. Bill. Mac never forgot his Florence roots and many believe that Florence shaped Mac into the man he became. After years of public service, Max returned to Florence weekly to oversee his acres of farmland.

Traditions are rich in Florence. We are home to the largest youth rodeo in the country, known as the Junior Parada. The Parada began during the Great Depression to raise money to supply milk for needy children. The Parada continued to grow, which led to an annual rodeo for children ages 4 to 18, occurring on Thanksgiving Day weekend. Florence’s western environment drew celebrities interested in ranching and rodeos, such as Rex Allen, Ken Curtis (Festus in Gunsmoke), and Gene Autry. These celebrities not only supported the rodeo, but participated in the parade festivities. The Junior Parada helped Florence become the “Cowboy Cradle of the Great Southwest” because many young rodeo contestants went on to receive national recognition. The Junior Parada lives on today. Young cowboys and cowgirls compete in roping, chute, goat tying, barrel racing, sheep riding and more.

Florence has a rich WWII history. Did you know Florence had a POW Camp during WWII? Thirteen thousand Italian and German prisoners from the Afrika Korps were sent to Florence for the duration of the war. The prisoners picked cotton fields since our local men had all gone to war. Florence is also the proud home of the U.S.S. Indianapolis survivor, Adolfo “Harpo” Celaya. Joining the Navy after seeing the poster, “Join the Navy and see the world”, he survived the attack on his ship, and today our U.S. Post Office is named in his honor.

Walk down historic Main Street to see intact adobe and brick buildings from the 1800s still in use. Florence’s Historic District has over 100 original commercial and private properties on the National Register of Historic Places. Florence has put forth great effort to preserve and restore its authentic historic buildings. The annual Historic Home tour on the second Saturday in February, celebrates

the Historic District and opens private homes to the public.

Explore why we say Florence is a hidden treasure among Arizona towns. It embodies so much history in one place, including prehistoric people, Native Americans, Spanish, Mexican, pioneers, farming , ranching, mining, cowboys, rodeo, county government, outlaws, lawmen, prisons, and movies such as “Riot” and “Murphy’s Romance.”

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If you would like to learn more about the history of Florence, visit: Pinal County Historical Society Museum at 715 S. Main Street and McFarland State Park at 24 W. Ruggles Street.

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Why Choose FUSD?

Located in the historic town of Florence and beautiful San Tan Valley, Florence Unified School District is one of the largest public school districts in Pinal County. It is the perfect choice for students and teachers to become a part of a growing district with a small-town feel. Parents who send their children to any of our FUSD schools can expect engaging and rigorous curriculum that focuses

on real-world learning, to prepare all students for the future. Florence Unified School District offers three (3) high schools, eight (8) K-8 schools, an alternative school, and Florence Virtual Academy. We also provide Building Blocks Daycare in Florence as well as Partners Preschool.

FUSD is focused forward as we offer 1:1 computing for every student. Our high schools offer unique diploma programs such as STEM, Advanced Placement Capstone and International Baccalaureate; while our K-8 schools offer Gifted Programs, STEM Academy, AVID and (MYP) Middle Years Programme for our younger students to challenge themselves academically.

Our schools are the BEST place for students in Pinal County to learn and grow, so when you ask yourself, “Why choose FUSD?”, the answer is simple; because FUSD provides 21st century learning coupled with the skills and technologies that will position our students to succeed in a world that requires collaboration, critical thinking, and adaptability. Visit one of our campuses to see how we are a District by Design, Not by Chance! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter @Florenceusd and Instagram @florenceusd1. Also check out our web page at www.fusdaz.com or call (520) 866-3500 to learn more.

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American Leadership Academy is committed to our mission statement of providing the best educational experience to as many students as possible in a moral and wholesome environment. We are committed to our RAISE values and believe that by living and demonstrating the RAISE values, we will fulfill our vision:

Learn. Lead. Change the World.

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For 50 years, Central Arizona College has served Pinal County by providing high-quality, affordable education. I am thrilled to be part of a team of dedicated employees and and community members who continue to lay the groundwork for new and innovative methods of distinguishing CAC as a leading community college, providing a gateway to higher education and rewarding careers.

Whether you are here to complete a two-year degree or certificate, prepare for transfer to a university, complete a course for personal enhancement or to advance a skill, I encourage you to explore all CAC has to offer.

With five full-service campuses and three centers located strategically throughout the region, CAC provides abundant educational, economic, cultural, and personal growth opportunities for adults of all ages. The college offers more than 90 academic degrees and certificates, career training and personal enrichment classes, Weekend College and online university transfer courses. Continuing education classes, workshops and community events provide multiple learning and entertainment opportunities for community members.

On behalf of the CAC faculty and staff, we are privileged that you have chosen Central Arizona College.

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Step into McFarland State Historic Park and you’ll step back in time. Built in 1878, this historic building has, through the years, embraced several important functions within its adobe brick walls. As Pinal Couty’s first courthouse, it now boasts the reputation of being Arizona’s oldest courthouse that can be toured.

The original sheriff’s office houses a well-stocked visitor center, featuring local, area, and state information.

The courtroom is dedicated to Ernest McFarland, the namesake of the park. One of Arizona’s most important statesmen, “Mac” has the honor of being the only American to have served his state in all three branches of the government. He is also known as a Father of the G.I. Bill, having drafted provisions for educational and business loans.

Upon construction of the town’s next courthouse in 1892, the building became the county hospital for approximately 50 years. Visit our hospital display and let your mind wander back to medicine at the start of the 1900’s. The building subsequently became Public Health, then a museum, and in the 1970’s Ernest McFarland bought and donated it to the state as a historic park.

One of our popular exhibits is the WWII POW Camp Florence display, with pictures, text, and artifacts of the camp, which was located north of town.

Children can experience learning too, with Jr. Ranger and Jr. Buddy programs and the Kids Courthouse Connection, special hands-on exhibits made especially for them.

Be sure to visit our unique gift shop, a favorite stop for both local shoppers and visitors. You’ll find products from local artisans and local farms, as well as items made by Arizona State inmates.

Join us for an enjoyable experience. Group tours available upon advance request.

Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm • Oct. 1 - Apr. 30 9:00 am - 2:00 pm • May 1 - Sep. 30

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Casa Grande Ruins Reservation was created on June 22, 1892, by order of President Benjamin Harrison to protect a one-of-a-kind remaining Casa Grande or “Great House.” As a result, Casa Grande became the first prehistoric and cultural site to be established in the United States. The 480-acre reservation boundary changed in 1909, but retained the same acreage. An act in 1926 reduced that area to 472.5 acres. Some controversy has occurred over the years about the exact name of the monument. Originally, it was set aside as Casa Grande Ruins Reservation. In 1918 President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed it to be Casa Grande Monument. Subsequent congressional acts in 1926 and 1930 called it Casa Grande Ruins National Monument. Some National Park Service personnel have held that the national monument proclamation of 1918 should determine the name, but on the basis of the later legislation combined with a legal opinion and desire by monument management to be known as Casa Grande Ruins National Monument, the National Park Service Chief Historian recommended on December 17,1991, that it be recognized as Casa Grande Ruins National Monument.

The significance of Casa Grande Ruins lies in its prehistoric past when the builders and inhabitants achieved a sophisticated culture. Casa Grande fell within the heartland of an extensive prehistoric agricultural society. The Hohokam (a Pima Indian term meaning “those who have gone,”) with their lengthy canal irrigation system, were masters of the desert.

The Casa Grande is a four-story building as large as a castle and equal to the largest church in these lands of Sonora. Close to this Casa Grande are thirteen smaller houses, somewhat more dilapidated, and the ruins of many others, which make it evident that in ancient times there had been a city here. Jesuit padre Eusebio Francisco Kino wrote: “On this occasion and on later ones I have learned and heard, and at times have seen, that further to the east, north and west there are seven or eight more of these large old house and ruins of whole cities, with many broken metates and jars, charcoal, etc.” From that point onward, the Great House received a notoriety that caused many travelers to come to behold this work of a mysterious people and to speculate on its origins and meaning.

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Florence Hospital, a campus of Mountain Vista Medical Center, is a 36-bed, state-of-the-art hospital located in Florence, Arizona, offering comprehensive health care, imaging services, and help for a broad range of medical conditions. Equipped with the most advanced medical technology and staffed by a team of highly skilled health care professionals, Florence Hospital is committed to providing high quality care in a friendly hospital environment.

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Sun Life Health is Pinal County’s largest provider of primary health care services. Governed by a Board of Directors representing the patients and communities served by the organization, Sun Life serves over 47,000 patients, 28% of whom are children. What makes them different is our unfailing concern for the well-being of our patients, and their willingness to provide the best possible experience for every person that walks through our doors.

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For over 40 years, Horizon Health and Wellness has offered a full range of mental health services for all ages and stages of life. In addition to behavioral health services, they also provide primary care. Horizon is committed to providing you the best care possible by providing integrated health care that addresses the whole person and promotes wellness, thereby helping you sustain your health and the health of your family.

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Owner John Myers

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GREATER FLORENCE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NAME PHONE LOCATION WEBSITE A&M Pizza (520) 868-0170 445 W. Hwy 287 facebook.com/ampizzaflorence American Legion Post 9 (520) 868-5576 441 N. Main St. facebook.com/ americanlegionpostnine Anthem Grille (520) 723-1660 6100 W. Merrill Ranch Pkwy. postonbutte.com/anthem-grille Burger King (520) 868-3880 80 W. Highway 287 locations.bk.com/az/florence Chef on the Go (815) 600-0200 Mobile facebook.com/chefonthego17 Chinoz Grill (480) 410-0316 Mobile facebook.com/chinozgrill Florence Café (520) 868-8058 495 N. Pinal Pkwy. facebook.com/pages/ Florence-Cafe/262988634083470 Florence Fudge Shop & Café (480) 489-7009 440 N. Main St. theflorencefudgeshop.com Irish Cowboy (The) (520) 614-6252 305 N. Main St. theirishcowboy.com LB Cantina (520) 868-9981 695 S. Main St. lbcantina.com Lidia’s Cocina at Old Pueblo (520) 868-4784 505 S. Main St. lidiascocina.com Ma’s Kitchen (520) 422-8477 Mobile facebook.com/ maskitchentruck McDonald’s (520) 868-8040 801 N. Highway 79 mcdonalds.com Mount Athos Restaurant & Café (520) 868-0735 444 N. Pinal Pkwy. mountathoscafe.com Rollin Dough Pizzeria (480) 459-9721 facebook.com/ RollinDoughPizzeria Station Coffee Company (The) (520) 340-4273 130 N. Main St. facebook.com/ thestationcoffeeco Subway (520) 868-5257 55 S. Main St. subway.com Taco Bell (520) 868-8471 558 N. Pinal Pkwy. tacobell.com Your Behind BBQ 270 N. Main St. facebook.com/ YourBehindBBQ/

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s & f AC ilities i nfor MA tion

Aquatic Center

174 W. First Street

You can reach the Aquatic Center at (520) 868-7709. Please call the Parks and Recreation Department for current aquatics and programming.

Arriola Square

191 N. Main Street

Arriola Square is located in Historic Downtown Florence.

Central Bark Dog Park

200 E. 8th Street

Dog park adjacent to Little League field (corner of Sixth & Church). Amenities include picnic tables, benches, water fountain, separate areas for large and small dogs.

Charles Whitlow Rodeo Grounds

4905 S. Pinal Parkway

Historic Rodeo Grounds, home of the World Famous “Junior Parada Rodeo,” the oldest Junior Rodeo in the nation.

Fitness Center

133 N. Main Street

Equipment at the fitness center includes treadmills, recumbent bikes, weight machines and free weights.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Saturdays, 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Closed Holidays.

Florence Aero Modeler Park

On Highway 79, two miles south of Florence at mile marker 130, directly across the road from Charles Whitlow Rodeo Grounds.

Heritage Park

600 N. Main Street

Amenities at Heritage Park include ball fields, basketball courts, playground, picnic ramadas, BBQ grills, open play area, volleyball, horseshoe pits and restrooms.

Little League Park

200 E. 8th Street

Amenities include ball field, picnic tables and restrooms.

Main Street Park

121 W. 22nd Street

Amenities include picnic ramadas, BBQ grills and restrooms.

Padilla Park

77 W. Ruggles Street

Beautiful park behind the Silver King Marketplace featuring picnic tables, seasonal splash pad (April to September), turf, restrooms and a performance pad for movies and concerts.

Poston Butte Preserve

Access to Poston Butte is off Hunt Highway, west of Poston Butte Loop, on the north side of the road.

Tennis & Pickleball Courts

174 W. 1st Street

Viney Jones Library & Community Center

778 N. Main Street

Community Services Administration (520) 868-7589

Community Center Hours:

Mon, Wed, Fri: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm

Tue, Thu: 8:00 am to 7:00 pm

Sat based on reservations. Closed on holiday weekends.

Library Hours:

Tue, Thu: 9:00 am to 7:00 pm

Wed, Fri: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Sat: 11:00 am to 3:00 pm

Sun, Mon: Closed

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d orothy n ol A n s enior C enter

330 North Pinal Street

Call the Senior Center at (520) 868-7622 for current programming. The Dorothy Nolan Senior Center offers numerous programs for senior citizens. These programs provide subsidized nutritious meals for seniors and promote recreation, information, socialization, and interaction for seniors in the community.

Dorothy Nolan was extremely active in her community. She was a teacher with the Florence Middle School and Sacaton Public Schools. Before her retirement, she was district manager for Fields Enterprise Education Corp. She had a lifelong interest in youth and served as a Girl Scout Leader and Cub Scout Director.

She was an advocate for seniors and served several terms on the Arizona Advisory Council for the Aging. She organized a local group to work on the problems of aging, which eventually led to the White House Conference on Aging.

Dorothy helped to organize the Pinal Council for Senior Citizens and served as their first president. Dorothy served on the Advisory Council for Central Arizona College’s adult education. She was a member of the CAC Women’s Barbershop Chorus and her church choir. Mrs. Nolan served as Past Nobel Grande of the Rebekah Lodge and

Chief Matriarch of the Ladies Encampment Auxiliary. She was a member of the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce, Pinal County Development Board, Pinal County Historical Society and volunteered on many local charity organizations. She was the mother of two children and had several grandchildren as well. Dorothy will always be remembered for her dedication to seniors. Her memory lives on at the Dorothy Nolan Senior Center.

Hours:

Monday through Saturday – 11 am to 8 pm Closed on Sunday

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Serving the Florence Community since 2005 MOUNT ATHOS RESTAURANT & CAFE Florence, AZ 520-868-0735 Mount Athos Florence Chamber Guide 2024 Serving Florence #173150

C A lend A r of e vents 2023 - 2024

o C tober

Fall Stomp

Florence Art Crawl

Birthday Remembrance Celebration in memory of Ernest McFarland

3rd Friday

3rd Annual PCHM Dia de los Muertos

Oktoberfest

Florence Makes a Difference Day

Fright Fest

Florence Farmers Market (2nd & 4th Saturdays)

n ove M ber

3rd Annual Showdown on Main Pitmaster Challenge

VW Airhead Campers Roundup

3rd Friday

2nd Chance Prom

91st Annual Jr. Parada

Florence Farmers Market (2nd & 4th Saturdays)

d e C e M ber

Holiday Market

Florence Women In Business

3rd Friday

Hometown Holiday on Main Street

Florence Farmers Market (2nd & 4th Saturdays)

J A nu A ry

“All About Florence, Arizona” Art Exhibits at various locations in Florence (Art Crawl)

3rd Friday

Food Truck Event

Florence Farmers Market (2nd & 4th Saturdays)

f ebru A ry

Business & Community Excellence Awards

ABA Bluegrass Roundup

3rd Friday

38th Annual Historic Florence Home Tour

7th Annual Memories on Main Custom

Car & Bike Show

Hometown Heroes Day

Florence Farmers Market (2nd & 4th Saturdays)

M A r C h

Balloon & BBQ Fest

3rd Friday

Florence Music Festival

Easter Eggstravaganza

Country Nights Event

Food Truck Event

Rail Three Ranch Rodeo

Florence Farmers Market (2nd & 4th Saturdays)

A pril

3rd Friday

Road to Country Thunder

Food Truck Event

Denim & Diamonds Ball

Florence Farmers Market (2nd & 4th Saturdays)

M A y

Cinco De Mayo

Florence Farmers Market (2nd & 4th Saturdays)

J une

Florence Farmers Market (2nd & 4th Saturdays)

J uly

Freedom Fest

Casino Night

Florence Farmers Market (2nd & 4th Saturdays)

A u G ust

Florence Farmers Market (2nd & 4th Saturdays)

s epte M ber

Florence Women in Business

Florence Farmers Market (2nd & 4th Saturdays)

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There are many reasons to join the Chamber.

A dvo CAC y

As the leading voice of business in Pinal County, the Chamber works to create and sustain a favorable business environment in which all businesses can grow and prosper.

p rofession A l d evelop M ent

The Chamber's professional development programs help members sharpen their skills and give member companies a competitive edge.

e vents & p ro G r AM s

From referrals, to networking functions, to business alliances matchmaking, the Chamber’s many business development programs are opportunities to make connections and build business relationships throughout the year.

C h AM ber M A r K etin G o pportunities

The Chamber offers members marketing opportunities to build their business and reach new customers in Pinal County.

s upport

Chambers often get involved in local government and can help give your business a stronger voice on issues that affect you, your employees, and your customers.

C redibility

Joining your local chamber can positively affect other organizations’ perceptions of your business, and also the views of consumers. Statistics show that 63% of consumers are more likely to purchase from a business that is a chamber of commerce member, and 44% are likely to view those businesses more favorably (Source: American Business Magazine).

The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce is advocating for all businesses, even if they never join the chamber.

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C h AM ber M e M bers

A CC ountin G & t A x s ervi C es

Desert Sun Tax & Bookkeeping, LLC

(612) 867-4381

Florence, AZ 85132

www.desertsuntax.com

Independent Tax and Accounting Service LLC

(623) 261-5583

2704 E. Bagdad Rd.

San Tan Valley, AZ 85143

www.independenttaxes.com

Omega Tax Solutions

(480) 793-3198

7625 W. Georgetown Way

Florence, AZ 85132

www.omegataxsolution.com

Rock Solid Bookkeeping and Advising Services

(520) 868-1829

750 E. Gila Blvd., #B

Florence, AZ 85132

www.rocksolidadvising.com

Toogood’s Tax & Accounting, PLLC

(520) 868-1040

595 S. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.toogoodstaxandaccounting.com

A ir C onditionin G & h e A tin G

Air Repair Inc.

(480) 204-5535

530 E. Hunt Hwy., #103 San Tan Valley, AZ 85143

www.azairrepairinc.com

E & JC Heating & Cooling

(520) 868-9005

13670 N. Tener Rd.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.eandjchvac.com

Hoffman Heating & Cooling LLC

(520) 233-7982

188 S. Arizona Blvd.

Coolidge, AZ 85128

www.heatingandac.net

JLM Air Conditioning & Heating, LLC

(602) 619-3609

29187 N. Begonia Ln.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.jlmairaz.com

My Guy Cooling and Heating

(480) 875-5705

Florence, AZ 85132

San Tan A/C Comfort Pro

781 W. Gum Tree Ave.

San Tan Valley, AZ 85140

www.santanacrepair.com

A irport

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport

(480) 988-7600

5835 S. Sossaman Rd.

Mesa, AZ 85212

www.gatewayairport.com

A p A rt M ents

Saguaro Garden Apartments

(520) 868-0648

1501 S. Highway 79B

Florence, AZ 85132

www.vwplaces.com/42892

A ppli A n C e r ep A ir

My Appliance Repair Pro

(520) 788-4004

3254 E. Hwy. 87

Coolidge, AZ 85128

www.myappliancerepairpro.com

A rts , C ulture & e ntert A in M ent

Apache Gold Casino Resort

(800) 272-2438

Highway 70

San Carlos, AZ 85550

www.apache-gold-casino.com

Boyce Thompson Arboretum

(520) 689-2723

37615 E. US Hwy. 60

Superior, AZ 85173

www.boycethompsonarboretum.com

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Casa de Baca Studios

(520) 233-1981

315 N. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.casadebacastudios.com

Grande Ruins National Monument

(520) 723-3172

1100 W. Ruins Dr.

Coolidge, AZ 85128

www.friendsofcasagranderuins.org

Caywood Farms

(520) 560-1119

841 E. Highway 287

Casa Grande, AZ 85130

www.caywoodfarms.com

Charles “Hoyt” Huckabay

(520) 233-3872

7949 N. Cita Ln.

Florence, AZ 85132

Country Thunder USA

(866) 802-6418

730 N. Gallatin Pike

Madison, TN 37115

www.countrythunder.com

Florence 1800 Peacemakers

(480) 580-8682

3607 N. Ohio Ave. Florence, AZ 85143

bit.ly/florence1800Peacemakers

Land Speed Records

(480) 225-3001

AZ

www.landspeedrecordsusa.com

McFarland State Historic Park

(520) 868-5216

24 W. Ruggles

Florence, AZ 85132

www.azstateparks.com/mcfarland

Pedro E Guerrero Arts Center

Florence, AZ

County Fairgrounds and Event Center

(520) 723-7881

512 S. Eleven Mile Corner Rd.

Casa Grande, AZ 85194

Pinal County Historical Museum

(520) 868-4382

715 S. Main St. / P.O. Box 851

Florence, AZ 85132

www.pinalcountyhistoricalmuseum.org

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C h AM ber M e M bers

Queen Creek Olive Mill

(480) 888-9290

25062 S. Meridian Rd.

Queen Creek, AZ 85142

www.queencreekolivemill.com

Schnepf Farms

(480) 987-3100

24610 S. Rittenhouse Rd. Queen Creek, AZ 85142

www.schnepffarms.com

Superstition Mountain Museum

(480) 983-4888

4087 E. Apache Trl. Apache Junction, AZ 85119

www.superstitionmountainmuseum.org

A uto s A les & s ervi C e

Casa Grande RV Sales

(520) 423-0404

5944 N. Pinal Ave. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

www.casagranderv.com

Dreamline Motors

(520) 723-6342

381 S. Arizona Blvd. Coolidge, AZ 85128

www.dreamlinemotors.net

Garrett Motors

(520) 723-5401

197 N. Arizona Blvd. Coolidge, AZ 85128

www.garrettmotors.com

Houseright & Sons LLC

(480) 499-0989

6500 E. Mitchell Ct., #12 Florence, AZ 85132

www.houserightsons.com

Jerry Seiner Dealership (520) 836-2147

1990 N. Pinal Ave. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

www.jerryseinerchryslercasagrande.com

Long Star Auto Glass Services

(520) 723-4030

longstarautoglassservicesaz.com

NAPA Florence Auto Supply

(520) 868-5839

440 S. Main St. Florence, AZ 85132

www.napaonline.com

Randall’s Towing ABP

(480) 671-3415

10528 N. Bluegrass St. Florence, AZ 85132

www.randallstowing.com

Xpress Carwash Coolidge

(520) 723-5359

364 N. Arizona Blvd.

Coolidge, AZ 85128

www.expresscarwashcoolidge.com

Edward Jones Investments - James Weinmann

(480) 621-8440

36413 N. Gantzel Rd., #4 San Tan Valley, AZ 85140

www.facebook.com/ ejadvisorjamesweinmann

First Interstate Bank (Great Western Bank) (520) 723-9511

635 N. Arizona Blvd. Coolidge, AZ 85128

www.greatwesternbank.com

National Bank of Arizona

(520) 868-0641

25 N. Main St. / P.O. Box 869 Florence, AZ 85132

www.nbarizona.com

Parkway Bank (480) 883-3009

920 E. Riggs Rd. Chandler, AZ 85249

www.parkwaybank.com

Pinal County

Federal Credit Union

(520) 381-3100

851 N. Pinal Parkway Ave. Florence, AZ 85132

www.pinalcountyfcu.com

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b A n K in G & f in A n C e

b e A uty & p erson A l

C A re s ervi C es

Massage Therapist

- Christina Turoci

(317) 832-0939

65 Ruggles St.

Florence, AZ 85132

Total Concept Salon and Boutique

(520) 868-9544

289 N. Main St. Florence, AZ 85132

b uilders

DR Horton

(480) 287-2969

www.drhorton.com/family-of-brandslanding

KB Homes

(480) 758-3000

www.kbhome.com/new-homesphoenix/crestfield-manor

Pulte Homes Arizona

(520) 391-9527

3225 N. Lafayette Dr. Florence, AZ 85132

www.pulte.com/homes/arizona

b usiness s ervi C es

Arizona@Work

(520) 866.3602

820 E. Cottonwood Ln., Bldg. E

Casa Grande, AZ 85122

arizonaatwork.com/locations/pinalcounty

At Ease Electric

(303) 249-2057

3079 N. Princeton Dr. Florence, AZ 85132

Budget Video 4 Biz

Florence, AZ 85132

Casa Grande Rent-A-Can

(520) 466-7755 1367 N. VIP Blvd.

Casa Grande, AZ 85122

www.casagranderentacan.com

Clearnet

(480) 213-9968

Bella Vista and Hunt Hwy

San Tan Valley, AZ 85143

www.clearent.com

Coolidge Glass & Mirror

(520) 723-3600

469 W. Central Ave. Coolidge, AZ 85128

www.coolidgeglass.com

Epic Shine Window

Cleaning Services llc.

(480) 795-0617

11594 E. Verbina Ln.

Florence, AZ 85132

Florence Custom Apparel, LLC

Florence, AZ 85132

Gilbert Engineering USA

(480) 536-4091

6500 E. Mitchell Ct., #3

Florence, AZ 85132

www.gilbertengineeringusa.com

Local Locksmith

Florence, AZ 85132

Mak’n It Happen, LLC

(623) 204-2368

24520 N. Plum Rd.

Florence, AZ 85132

Motivational Systems

(623) 936-2680

7375 W. Buckeye Rd., #110

Phoenix, AZ 85043

www.motivationalsystems.com

Phoenix Online Notary

(480) 381-8830

530 E. Hunt Highway, #103, #493

San Tan Valley, AZ 85143

www.phoenixonlinenotary.com

Power Tags, Titles & More LLC

(520) 788-6014

495 N. Pinal Parkway Ave., #105

Florence, AZ 85132

www.powertagstitlesandmore.net

Print & Sign Express of Coolidge

(520) 421-1228

Ringo Canyon Granite

(520) 490-2828

4650 N. Kain Ave.

Tucson, AZ 85705

www.azlandscapingsupplies.com

C hur C hes

Desert Hope Presbyterian Church

(520) 868-5634

225 E. Butte Ave.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.florenceazchurch.org

Harvest Church at Anthem

(520) 723-7932

2209 N. Monticello Dr.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.harvestchurchanthem.com

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C h AM ber M e M bers

Higher Dimension Christian Center

(480) 980-5143

448 & 424 E. Butte Ave.

Florence, AZ 85132

higherdimensionchristiancenter.org

Mountain View Church Ministries

(480) 677-2100

www.mv.church

C o MM unity & C ivi C o r GA niz A tions

American Cancer Society, Relay For Life

Florence, AZ 85132

www.relayforlife.org/florenceaz

American Legion Post 9

(520) 868-5576

441 N. Main St. / P.O. Box 1080

Florence, AZ 85132

Casa Grande Chamber of Commerce

(520) 836-2125

575 N. Marshall St.

Casa Grande, AZ 85122

www.casagrandechamber.org

Coolidge Chamber of Commerce

(520) 723-3009

351 N. Arizona Blvd., #5

Coolidge, AZ 85128

www.coolidgechamber.org

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Coolidge/Florence

Elks Lodge BPOE #2350

(520) 723-3832

2241 N. Attaway Rd.

Coolidge, AZ 85128

www.coolidgeflorenceelks2350.org

Eloy Chamber of Commerce

(520) 466-3411

305 N. Stuart Ave. Eloy, AZ 85131

www.eloychamber.com

Florence Lions Club AZ

Florence Rotary

(480) 261-4116

P.O. Box 2186

Florence, AZ 85254

www.florencerotaryaz.org

Florence Toastmasters

(480) 310-4759

778 N. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.florenceaz.toastmastersclubs.org

Florence Woman’s Club

(520) 868-8197

231 N. Willow St. / P.O Box 1506

Florence, AZ 85132

www.florencewomansclub.org

Future Forward Foundation, Inc.

(520) 313-2134

P.O. Box 333

Florence, AZ 85132

www.futureforwardfoundation.com

Pinal Alliance for Economic Growth

(520) 836-6868

17235 N. 75th Ave., #D145

Glendale, AZ 85308

www.pinalalliance.org

Pinal Partnership (602) 810-7448

P.O. Box 904

Florence, AZ 85132

www.pinalpartnership.com

United Food Bank

(480) 398-4464

245 S. Nina Dr. Mesa, AZ 85210

www.unitedfoodbank.org

United Way of Pinal County

(520) 836-0736

1269 N. Promenade Pkwy., #104

Casa Grande, AZ 85194

www.unitedwayofpc.org

d entists & o rthodontists

Amazing Dental Care

(480) 332-0774

1107 S 5th Ave., #217

Yuma, AZ 85364

www.algodonesdentistry.com

Florence Family Dentistry

(520) 868-3384

495 N. Pinal Pkwy., #101

Florence, AZ 85132

www.florenceazdental.com

Education ADC, Success Academy

(520) 868-8288

1305 E. Butte Ave.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.adc.gov

e du CA tion

Arizona State University

6027 South Sagewood

Mesa, AZ 85212

www.asu.edu

Central Arizona College

(520) 494-5230

8470 Overfield Rd.

Coolidge, AZ 85128

www.centralaz.edu

Florence Unified School District

(520) 866-3532

P.O. Box 2850

Florence, AZ 85132

www.florenceusd.org

Mighty Making

(480) 747-5922

6627 E. Shamrock St.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.mightymaking.org

f uner A l & A dv A n C ed p l A nnin G

Heritage Florence

Funeral Home

(520) 723-7755

410 W. Roosevelt Ave.

Coolidge, AZ 85128

Walton Orthodontics

(520) 421-1441

1187 E. Cottonwood Ln., #A

Casa Grande, AZ 85222

www.waltonortho.com

www.heritagefuneralchapels.com

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C h AM ber M e M bers

J. Warren Funeral Services

- Cole & Maud

(520) 723-7722

541 W. Coolidge Ave. Coolidge, AZ 85128

www.jwarrenfuneral.com

San Tan Mountain View

Funeral Home & Advance Planning Center

(480) 888-2682

21809 S. Ellsworth Rd. Queen Creek, AZ 85142

www.mvfuneralhome.com

G olf C ourses

Poston Butte Golf Club

(520) 726-1880

6100 W. Merrill Ranch Pkwy. Florence, AZ 85132

www.postonbuttegc.com

G overn M ent

Town of Florence

(520) 868-7500

775 N. Main St. / P.O. Box 2670 Florence, AZ 85132

www.florenceaz.gov

h e A lth CA re

Compassus

(520) 421-7143

1675 E. Monument Plaza Cir. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

www.compassus.com

Empower Physical Therapy

(520) 868-0098

350 S. Main St. / P.O. Box 1431

Florence, AZ 85132

www.empowerpt.com

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Florence Hospital

(520) 868-3333

4545 N. Hunt Hwy. Florence, AZ 85132

www.mvmedicalcenter.org/florencehospital-campus-mountain-vistamedical-center

Hearing Centers of Arizona (The)

(520) 494-2242

1201 N. Pinal Ave., #A

Florence, AZ 85122

Horizon Health & Wellness Inc.

(833) 431-4449

495 N. Pinal Pkwy., #106 Florence, AZ 85132

www.hhwaz.org

Hospice of the Valley

(602) 679-4617

1510 E. Flower St. Phoenix, AZ 85014

Sun Life Health

(520) 868-5811

174 W. Hwy 287 Florence, AZ 85132

www.sunlifefamilyhealth.org

h o M e i M prove M ent

Edge Remodeling (The)

(480) 422-8470

22246 S. Ellsworth Rd.

Queen Creek, AZ 85142

www.theedgeremodeling.com

Energy Solution Providers, LLC

(520) 868-0700

111 N. Main St. / P.O. Box 1576

Florence, AZ 85132

www.energysolutionsolar.com

Geo Roofing Inc.

(602) 717-9036

1451 E. Alameda Dr. Phoenix, AZ 85024

www.georoofingaz.com

h o M eowners A sso C i A tions

Florence Gardens Mobile Home Association

(520) 868-4770

3830 Florence Blvd. Florence, AZ 85132

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Saguaro Properties/ Merrill Ranch

(575) 313-2595

2741 N. Hawthorn Dr. Florence, AZ 85132

i nsur A n C e

Allstate - Community Partners at Anthem

(520) 723-8488

3281 N. Hunt Hwy., #111 Florence, AZ 85132

www.agents.allstate.com/jameshansen-florence-az.html

Berwick Insurance Group

(520) 745-2300

4576 E. Cam Lowell Dr. Tucson, AZ

Kiva Insurance

(520) 421-9231

973 E. Cottonwood Ln.

Casa Grande, AZ 85122

www.kivains.com

McDermid Insurance & Financial Services, Inc.

Florence, AZ 85132

State Farm – Steve Johnson

(480) 882-2155

2510 E. Hunt Hwy., Ste. 25 San Tan Valley, AZ 85143

www.santanvlyinsurance.com

Ty Schraufnagel Agency –American Family Insurance

(480) 888-1428

www.agent.amfam.com/tyschraufnagel

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Spider Trainers

(928) 358-5398

4548 Deep Forest Dr. Pinetop, AZ 85935

www.spidertrainers.com

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Florence Paralegal Services

(520) 510-9811

65 E. Ruggles Ave., #3

Florence, AZ 85132

www.florenceparalegalservices.com

Gillespie, Shields, Goldfarb, Taylor & Houk

(602) 870-9700

1630 S. Stapley Dr., #212

Mesa, AZ 85204

www.gillaw.com

Larson & Simpson PLC

(480) 426-0920

90 S. Kyrene, #5

Chandler, AZ 85223

www.larsonandsimpson.com

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McDermott Law Firm, PLLC

(520) 222-8341

355 N. Main St. Florence, AZ 85132

www.mcdermottlawaz.com

Weagant Law Offices, PLC

(520) 276-5545

291 N. Bailey St. Florence, AZ 85132

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GreenTree Inn & Suites

(520) 868-9900

240 W. Hwy #287

Florence, AZ 85132

www.greentreeinn.com/hotels/az/ florence/

Hummingbird Ranch RV Park

(520) 868-5280

7765 N. Palo Verde Rd.

Florence, AZ 85132

Rancho Sonora RV Park and Inn

(520) 868-8000

9198 AZ-79 Florence, AZ 85132

Row House 25 (406) 544-2886

P.O. Box 31

Florence, AZ 85132

www.airbnb.com/rooms/41397149

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Florence Reminder & Blade-Tribune (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers Inc.)

(520) 868-5897

190 N. Main St. Florence, AZ 85132

Independent Newsmedia

(623) 445-2823

www.yourvalley.net

Pass Time Publications

(480) 983-9143

951 W. Apache Trl. Apache Junction, AZ 85120

www.thepasstimepaper.com

ROX Media Group

(520) 426-2074

442 W. Kortsen Rd., #101 Casa Grande, AZ 85122

www.roxmediagroup.net

M inin G & M et A ls

Florence Copper

(520) 374-3984

1575 W. Hunt Hwy.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.florencecopper.com

Miner Metal Detectors & Geophysical Instruments

www.minerdetectors.com

Resolution Copper AZ

M ovin G & h A ulin G

Arizona Moving & Hauling

(982) 961-2636

Florence, AZ 85132

p est C ontrol

Arizona’s Best Pest Control & Termite Services

(520) 421-9966

14924 W. Jimmie Kerr Blvd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

www.azbestpest.com

p risons

Arizona Correctional Industries (602) 272-7600

3279 E. Harbour Dr. Phoenix, AZ 85034

www.azcorrections.gov

Core Civic

(520) 868-2210

1100 Bowling Rd. / P.O. Box 266

Florence, AZ 85132

www.cca.com

Geo Group, Inc (The) (561) 725-1682

1401 E. Diversion Dam Rd. Florence, AZ 85132

www.geogroup.com

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Belva’s Real Estate

(520) 868-3520

150 N. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.belvasrealestate.com

Brooke Reidhead, Mortgage Loan Originator – Prime Lending

(928) 243-2810

www.brookereidhead.com

CENTURY 21 Arizona Foothills

(520) 858-5799

2194 N. Hudson Ct.

Florence, AZ 85132

Darin Wilson – REALTOR®

(480) 440-58256

7294 W. Candlewood Way

Florence, AZ 85132

www.arizonasgroup.com

eXp Realty

(208) 440-6456

Florence, AZ 85132

www.tanyansellshomes.com

Florence Lifestyle – My Home Group (303) 882-1646

Florence, AZ 85260

www.florencelifestyle.com

HomeSmart Lifestyles

– Dani Miller

(480) 695-2010

Gilbert, AZ 85234

www.florencelifestyle.com

Kari Bradley & Associates

(520) 868-4004

65 E. Ruggles St.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.kari-bradley-associates-llc. business.site

LGI Homes

– Carol Fischlein, Agent

(480) 309-4631

972 W. Feliz St.

Florence, AZ 85132

Long Realty

– Felicia Mandell-Snell

(480) 233-3348

149 E. Butte Ave. & 750 E. Gila Blvd., #A Florence, AZ 85132

www.longrealty.com/florence-homesfor-sale-florence-az

Pioneer Title Agency

(520) 868-9611

208 N. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.pioneertitleagency.com

Restaurants & Catering

A & M Pizza

(520) 868-0170

445 W. Highway 287

Florence, AZ 85132

www.ampizzas.com

Anthem Grille

(520) 723-1660

www.postonbuttegc.com

Burger King

(520) 868-3880

80 W. Highway 287

Florence, AZ 85132

www.BK.com

Chef on the Go

(815) 600-0200

134 Canyon Rock Rd.

San Tan Valley, AZ 85143

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Florence Café (The) (480) 489-7009

495 N. Pinal Pkwy., #102 Florence, AZ 85132

www.facebook.com/pages/FlorenceCafe/262988634083470

Florence Fudge Shop & Café (The) (480) 489-7009

440 N. Main St. Florence, AZ 85132

www.theflorencefudgeshop.com

Irish Cowboy, LLC (The) (520) 614-6252

305 N. Main St. Florence, AZ 85132

www.theirishcowboy.com

Kiss the Chef Catering LLC. (520) 483-1047

www.weddingwire.com/biz/ kiss-the-chef-catering-llcgilbert/89c12847205a1cff.html

L B Cantina (520) 868-9981

695 S. Main St. Florence, AZ 85132

www.lbcantina.com

Lidia’s Cocina at Old Pueblo Restaurant (520) 868-4784

505 Main St. Florence, AZ 85132

www.oldpueblorestaurant.com

Lost Highway BBQ (931) 205-6581

MA’s Kitchen (520) 868-0735

444 N. Pinal St. Florence, AZ 85132

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Mount Athos Restaurant & Cafe

(520) 868-0735

444 N. Pinal Pkwy. / P.O. Box 2563

Florence, AZ 85132

www.mountathoscafe.com

Rollin Dough Pizzeria

480) 459-9721 AZ

www.facebook.com/ RollinDoughPizzeria

Station Coffee Co. (The)

(520) 340-4273

130 N. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

Subway (520) 868-5257

55 S. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.subway.com

Your Behind BBQ

270 N. Main St.

Florence Arizona 85132

WMM, Inc. DBA Taco Bell

(480) 857-2385

P.O. Box 6609

Chandler, AZ 85246

www.livemasinaz.com

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Arizona Craft & Gallery

360 N. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

Arizona Flower Girl

(520) 213-7761

240 N. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

Art with Vision

(480) 867-3506

Florence, AZ 85132

www.artwithvision.com

Belgin’s Embroidery

Florence, AZ

Carol Prentice

Florence, AZ 85132

Chris Crawford Photography

Florence, AZ

chriscrawfordphotos.smugmug.com

Classy Glass Creations AZ

Desert Drift

(520) 560-5457

Casa Grande, AZ 85122

Desert Honey Sweet Tees

Florence, AZ 85132

Florence Coin and Collectibles

(520) 705-6572

260 N. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

Glass Mania Studios

(203) 530-8998

Florence, AZ

www.glassmaniastudios.com

Happy Adobe

(520) 509-6094

189 N. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

HeadTurner Jewelry

(480) 444-8956

Florence, AZ

www.headturnerjewelry.com

J Heart Designs

(520) 705-4939

25812 E. Diversion Dam Rd.

Florence, AZ 85132

J’Renee Bejeweled

(619) 850-2011

P.O. Box 51

Florence, AZ 85132

www.onhand.jreneebejeweled.com

Jeannette Profera

(520) 251-8659

Florence, AZ

Joan’s Jewels

(525) 864-3412

Florence, AZ

Jotastic, LLC

(602) 367-0071

244 W. Coolidge Ave. Coolidge, AZ 85128

Lrose

Florence, AZ 85132

Marsha Thomas

(503) 407-8424

Gold Canyon, AZ 85118

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Mary & Martha

Inspirational Living

(505) 306-8295

Florence, AZ 85132

www.mymaryandmartha.com/5063

Moon Goddess Jewelry

(623) 547-9587

Florence, AZ 85132

Nirvana Center

Florence, AZ

Peyton’s Hidden Treasures

374 N. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

Rail Three Ranch

(520) 705-7063

390 N. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.railthreeranch.com

Ruggiero’s Ace Hardware

(520) 868-0410

290 N. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.FlorenceTrueValue.com

Sato Soaps

(480) 434-4801

San Tan Valley, AZ 85140

www.satosoaps.com

Sweet P’s

374 N. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

Toggenburg Goats of Arizona

(928) 246-7865

5950 N. Majestic Eagle Way

Florence, AZ 85132

www.ToggenburgGoatsAz.com

United We Stand, LLC

(608) 935-5143

Florence, AZ 85132

Wood & Weaving

Gold Canyon, AZ

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Florence Mini Storage

(520) 868-0085

560 Florence Heights Dr.

Florence, AZ 85132

www.florenceministorage.com

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AireBeam (FIF AireBeam LLC)

(520) 510-0909

13590 Sunland Gin Rd., #E Arizona City, AZ 85123

www.airebeam.com

u tilities

Arizona Public Service

(520) 421-8309

Casa Grande, AZ 85122

www.aps.com

BrightNight Box Canyon Project

(888) 614-2626

13123 E. Emerald Coast Pkwy., #B #158 Inlet Beach, FL 32461

www.brightnightpower.com

Cactus Flower Solar

– Cypress Creek Renewables

(480) 370-2615

5310 S. Alston Ave., Bldg. 300

Durham, NC 27713

www.ccrenew.com

Electrical District #2

(520) 723-7741

5575 N. Eleven Mile Corner Rd.

Casa Grande, AZ 85194

www.ed2.com

NextEra Energy Resources

700 Universe

Juno Beach, FL 33408

www.nexteraenergyresources.com

Republic Services

(623) 241-8429

4811 W. Lower Buckeye Rd.

Phoenix, AZ 85043

www.republicservices.com

Right Away Disposal

(480) 688-7411

3755 S. Royal Palm Rd. Mesa, AZ 85208

www.rightawaydisposal.com

Salt River Project

(602) 236-8888

1521 N. Project Dr. Tempe, AZ 85281

www.srpnet.com

Southwest Gas

1 (877) 860-6020

1070 W. Gila Bend Hwy.

Casa Grande, AZ 85122

www.southwestgas.com

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Windmill Winery (The)

(602) 312-7967

1140 W. Butte Florence, AZ 85132

www.thewindmillwinery.com

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Macy’s Well & Pump L.L.C.

(480) 848-8233

24390 E. Peace Ln. Florence, AZ 85132

www.macyswellpump.com

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