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Rooster Cogburn Ostrich
Ranch at Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch, Picacho – 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM – Open Friday through Monday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. from Oct. 1 to Nov. 15. The ranch has an amazing variety of animals that visitors can watch and feed, including stingrays, goats, minature donkeys, fallow deer, and lots of ostriches! Located by Picacho Peak State Park, just off I-10. For more information: 520-466-3658 | roostercogburn.com
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Fun Van - Supported by First Things First at Casa Grande Main Library,
Maricopa – 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM – Fun Van is a parenting education program supported by First Things First. Parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5 attend free, 1.5 hour classes together in 11-week cycles at a variety of locations across Pinal County. At each class, children enjoy art activities, stories, and play time with a variety of age-appropriate toys while parents and caregivers learn strategies to be their child’s first and best teacher. Each child receives a free book at each class attended! Fun Van sessions will be held at the Casa Grande, Maricopa, and Coolidge libraries during October. Registration is required. For more information: 520-421-8710 | pcld. libnet.info/event/5194764
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Friday Night Karaoke at VFW Post 3713, Coolidge – 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM – For VFW members and their guests only. $10 fundraiser meal and an evening of fun! Located at 328 W. Coolidge Ave. For more information: 520-251-5766 | vfw3713.org
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Live Music: Hank Goo-
day at A Latte Vino , Casa Grande – 5:30
PM - 8:30 PM – Check the event calendar on the A Latte Vino website for additional live music events. Located at 958 E Rodeo Rd. in Casa Grande. For more information: 520-840-0610 | alattevino.com
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Live Music - Jay Farris Acous-
tic at Pita Patio Grill, Coolidge – 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM – See the Pita Patio Grill Facebook page for additional live music nights. Located at 235 W. Coolidge Ave. For more information: 520-6355576 | facebook.com/coolidgerocks
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Party in Pink - Zumba Party Fundraiser at Community Recreation Center,
Casa Grande – 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In honor and celebration of family and friends affected by breast cancer, the Casa Grande community invites you to Party in Pink – a Zumba party fundraiser! All proceeds will be donated to Alliance Cancer Support Center. Suggested donation of $5 per person. Come out and dance for a good cause! Ages 13-15 must be accompanied by an adult. CRC members free, Non-members: daily rate or monetary donation to Alliance Cancer Support Center. For more information: 520-4218600 | casagrandeaz.gov/calendar/party-in-pink/
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The Pony Ranch featuring Tiny Town at The Pony Ranch, Casa Grande
– A fun place for tiny cowboys and cowgirls to experience riding a pony and feeding ranch animals at the petting zoo. Visit the Pony Ranch Facebook page to confirm the October opening hours and age/weight limits. Located at 18536 W. Houser Rd. in Casa Grande. For more information: 480-236-4500 | facebook.com/ theponyranchfeaturingtinytown
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Take a Hike at CG Mountain Challenge 2.0 at Casa Grande Mountain
Park, Casa Grande – Take A Hike At CG Mountain Challenge is back and will take place from Oct. 1 to 31. It’s an opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts of all abilities to hike multiple trails throughout Casa Grande Mountain Park. Six hiking trails have been selected to introduce you to the variety and beauty of Casa Grande Mountain Park. See website for details. For more information: 520-421-8677 | facebook.com/ events/247963217175067
2nd Keep Casa Grande Clean and Beautiful - Fall Cleanup at Villago Park,
Casa Grande – 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM – The Community Services Department invites residents to participate in the Keep Casa Grande Clean & Beautiful fall cleanup. If you are interested in participating, meet at Villago Park (Ramada A) at 7:00 AM. Cleanup supplies and safety vests will be provided for all participants. For more information: 520-421-8677 | casagrandeaz.gov
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2nd Art Behind Bars - An
Inmate Art Show at McFarland State
Historic Park , Florence – 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM – Art Behind Bars is a month-long art exhibition featuring art work for sale made by the men incarcerated at ASPC-Florence. Proceeds support McFarland State Park, the Art Resource Center, and the Florence High School Art Department. Exhibits will be located at McFarland State Park, the Library Community Center, and the Pinal County Historical Museum. Check each location for exhibit dates and hours. For more information: 520-868-5116 | facebook. com/events/4042462615843118
2nd Open Farm Days at the Lav-
ender Field at Life Under the Oaks Lavender
Farm, Oracle – 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM – Taking place on Saturday Oct. 2 and Sunday, Oct. 3. Order a picnic basket or bring your own picnic basket and come out to the Lavender Farm! Let the kids visit the donkeys & play in the kids area. See the late lavender bloom and take pics in the life size Cinderella Carriage! Entry fee is $15 per car (4 adults) Children under 12 are free. For more information: 520-820-3454 | lifeundertheoakslavenderfarm.com
2nd K-NEX Program at Apache
Junction Public Library, Apache Junction – 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM – K’NEX is a STEM program providing children with the opportunity to build and create. Limit of 20 participants. For more information: 480-474-8555 | pcld.libnet.info/ event/4969819
2nd Live Music & Food Truck
Night at Windmill Winery, Florence – 5:00
PM – Featuring the RJ Band with When Pigs Fly. Entry is free. For more information: 520-8685200 | thewindmillwinery.com
2nd Live Music: Warren Young at
A Latte Vino, Casa Grande – 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM – Check the event calendar on the A Latte Vino website for additional live music events. Located at 958 E Rodeo Rd. in Casa Grande. For more information: 520-840-0610 | alattevino.com
