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911 Air Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Honeycutt Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

A Storage Place of CG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Horsepower Carpet Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Absolute Homes / Vivid Landscape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Iron City Polaris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

AZ Quality Plumbing LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Kelsie Pate FNP-c Medical and Aesthetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

AZ Valley Pools / AZVP Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Machado Hardscape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Brakemasters - Casa Grande . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Maricopa Contractors LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Brutinel Plumbing & Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Maricopa Real Estate Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Casa Grande Family Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Mercado Y Carniceria El Pima . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

CGI Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

My Golden Era . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Chris Buys AZ Houses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Norris RV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Coldwell Banker ROX - Property Management . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Raymond Law . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Coldwell Banker ROX-BROKERAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

ROX Casa Grande Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Coldwell Banker ROX-BROKERAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Service Master 1st Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Cross Roads Auto Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Shearer Enterprises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Culver’s of Casa Grande . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Shearer Enterprises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Cypress Point Retirement Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Star Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Desert Sky Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

The Sign Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Desert Sun Heating, Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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APRIL 1st Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt at

1st 2021 Skilled Trades Expo

AM - 6:00 PM – Beginning on Monday, March

event. The 2021 Skilled Trades Expo brings

29, stop by the Casa Grande Main Library or

together business and industry professionals,

Vista Grande Library to pick up your scavenger

students, and the community to learn and share

hunt clues and search for the hidden Easter eggs

important information about job training and

throughout the library. Once you have completed

education and employment opportunities targeted

your clue sheet bring it to the front desk to pick

at the skilled trades, including energy, construction,

up a pair of cute bunny ears to make at home! The

advanced manufacturing and distribution.

Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt will end Friday, April 9.

Registration required. See the event website for

For more information: 520-421-8710 | https://pcld.

event details on this event that is being presented

libnet.info/events

by seven colleges and organizations. For more

1st Casa Grande Ruins at Casa Grande

information: | www.estrellamountain.

Ruins National Monument, Coolidge – 9:00 AM

skilled-trades-expo

- 4:00 PM – The Casa Grande Ruins National

1st Warren Young &

Casa Grande Main Library, Casa Grande – 9:00

Monument is currently operating with limited hours due to COVID-19. It’s open Tuesday-

(Virtual) – 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM – Free virtual

1st

Horseback Rides at Koli Equestrian Center, Wild Horse Pass.

Group horseback rides are available four times each day and last 90 minutes.

Private guided rides are also available.

The Koli facility also has hay wagon and carriage rides, and they host birthday parties, corporate and special events.

See their specials page for discounts on horseback rides. For more information: 602-796-3495 | www.koliequestrian.com

edu/institutes/energy-institute/

East Coast Joe’s at The

Saturday and the theater and exhibits remain

Windmill Winery, Florence

closed. The Great House and Ruins and the picnic

– 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM – Live

area are open, along with the information desk and

music and food truck night

bookstore. Free admission. For more information:

at The Windmill Winery in

520-723-3172 | www.nps.gov/cagr

Florence. Free admission. For more information: 520-868-5200 | www.thewindmillwinery.com

1st Copper Sky Recreation

Complex at City of Maricopa, Maricopa – Many sports, fitness, creation, and leisure events take place every month at the Copper Sky Recreation Complex in Maricopa, which includes

April 1st

the multigenerational center, aquatic center, and

40th Annual Catfish

Rodeo at Dave White Regional Park,

Casa Grande – 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM – The 40th annual Catfish Rodeo will look a little different this year. Rather than a one-day fishing tournament, the community will be able to fish all month long! Kids and parents are encouraged to get outside and participate in this fun event. This year’s event will be held April 1 to April 30. Youth are invited to fish at their leisure and send us photos of their catch for a chance to win fun prizes! For more information: 520-421-8677 | www.facebook.com/ events/732960437381549

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regional park. Check the Copper Sky website to see this month’s schedule and special events.

For more information: 520-316-4600 | www. copperskymaricopa.com

1st Schnepf Farms Agritainment

Park at Schnept Farms, Queen Creek – 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM – Schnepf Farms Agritainment Park is Arizona’s first seasonal theme park, featuring almost 40 rides and attractions, plus fun food, movies and games. Limited ticket availability due to COVID, purchase early. Open Thursday thru Sunday until April 25. Extended hours on weekends. For more information: 480.987.3100 | www.schnepffarms.com

April 2nd

1st April Community Recreation Schedule at Casa Grande Community

Recreation Center, Casa Grande – The Casa Grande Community Recreation Center offers

Food Truck Friday at Community of Hope Church, Maricopa – 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM – A clustering of food trucks.

Some limited seating available.

Open to our entire community!

Church is located at 45295 W. Honeycutt Avenue in Maricopa.

For more information: www.facebook.com/ FoodTruckFridayMaricopa

many fitness and recreation opportunities each month! Group fitness classes are available, along with activities in the gym, which include basketball, open gym, volleyball, and gymnastics. See the CRC website for the current schedule. Programs may

3rd Keep Casa Grande Beautiful Spring

3rd Arboretum Discovery Tour at

2nd Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch

– 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM – Residents can help keep

AM – The Discovery Tour is free with daily

our community clean and beautiful by cleaning

admission fee. The Boyce Thompson Arboretum

& Petting Zoo at Rooster Cogburn Ostrich

up an area of town that is meaningful to them – it

is Arizona’s first and oldest botanical garden. The

Ranch, Picacho – 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM – The

can be a local park, your neighborhood or area

facility is open, and masks are required at all times.

Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch has an amazing

of town that needs sprucing up. Simply collect

All tours and programs require pre-registration.

variety of animals that visitors can watch and

trash; bag it and drop it off at the Community

Guests can explore the gardens and trails without

feed, including stingrays and lots of ostriches! It

Recreation Center (1905 N. Peart Rd.) or Carr

reservations. Programs include a general tour, bird

is currently open for winter hours of 9:00 AM to

McNatt Park (1115 N. Brown Ave). Please only

walks, geology and history walks, yoga classes

5:00 PM until April 30 and are located by Picacho

dispose of bagged trash at these locations, no

and more! Check the Events section of their

Peak State Park. For more information: 520-466-

bulk items. Secondly, volunteers are needed

website for this month’s programs and hours. The

3658 | www.roostercogburn.com

to help clean-up at the base of Casa Grande

Arboretum is located just west of Superior on

2nd Biosphere 2 Tours at University of

Mountain. Illegal dumping has become increasingly

Highway 60. For more information: 520-689-2723

problematic in this area. Volunteers are needed

| www.btarboretum.org

Arizona Biosphere 2, Oracle – 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

to help clean up the trash and debris on Saturday,

– Biosphere 2 is a world-famous research facility

April 3 from 7:00 to 11:00 AM. Residents who

operated by the University of Arizona, located near

are interested in participating should meet at

3rd Allen James & Chinoz Grill at The

Oracle in eastern Pinal County. The Biosphere 2

7 a.m. at this location: https://goo.gl/maps/

Allen James will provide the music and the Chinoz

Experience will allow guests to follow a one-way

K4gYpFuBcLyJJZwA9 Trash bags, masks, gloves,

Grill food truck will serve up some great food at

path around the exterior and portions of the interior

bottled water, and snacks will be provided to all

The Windmill Winery in Florence. Free admission.

of Biosphere 2. This fascinating, family-friendly

participants. For more information about the Keep

For more information: 520-868-5200 | www.

experience will be guided by a tour app and takes

Casa Grande Beautiful program, call 520-421-8677

thewindmillwinery.com

about 1 hour and 15 minutes to complete. Please

or email CommunityServices@CasaGrandeaz.gov.

download the free app prior to arrival. For more

For more information: 520-421-8677 | https://

information: 520-621-4800 |

casagrandeaz.gov/

3rd Piano Men Generations: A Tribute

be limited due to COVID-19 precautions. For more information: 520-421-8677 | www.casagrandeaz. gov/crc/

www.biosphere2.org

2nd

Friday Night Karaoke at VFW

Post 3713, Coolidge – 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM – Bring a guest! $10 fundraiser meal and an evening of fun! Located at 328 W. Coolidge Avenue. For more information: 520-251-5766 | www.vfw3713.org

Clean-Up at City of Casa Grande, Casa Grande

Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Superior – 10:00

Windmill Winery, Florence – 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM –

to Elton John & Billy Joel at Combs

3rd The Pony Ranch featuring

Performing Arts Center, San Tan Valley – 7:00 PM – Piano Men: Generations celebrates the musical

Tiny Town at The Pony Ranch, Casa

influences of Billy Joel and Elton John. Performed

Grande – 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM – Every

by the amazing father and son team of Terry &

Saturday! Admission is $8/person (cash

Nick Davies. For more information: 480-987-5300

or cards). A fun place for tiny cowboys and

| www.facebook.com/events/340907840471309

cowgirls to experience riding a pony and feeding ranch animals at the petting zoo. Kids can get unlimited pony rides and they offer a 1/2 mile pony trail or a hot walker. Feed is $3/bag. Located at 18536 W. Houser Rd. in Casa Grande. See Facebook page for age and weight limits. For more information: 480-236-4500 | www.facebook.com/ theponyranchfeaturingtinytown

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PRESENTS

Local Business Spotlight: Casual Dining We at Pinal NOW! love our local businesses. They are our friends and the backbone of our community.

Our Business Spotlight sections will cover a different sector of our growing economy each month, highlighting the diversity of services they offer. These are businesses we know and trust to give all customers the VIP treatment, no matter who they are or who they know.

For April, we are celebrating our restaurateurs, who pour their hearts and creativity into stellar dishes for a hungry, adventurous community.

Food is such a personal, yet universal, experience that they are the local

businesses many of us are most attached to.

Their eateries set the tone and are the gathering spaces for our community, whether we’re out for a special occasion or a quick bite to eat. They have pivoted to providing more takeout and delivery options so they can continue to serve us in times when we aren’t able to eat out as much as we want.

Pinal County’s local restaurants, many of which serve locally sourced food, are some of the most accessible local businesses we have and offer amazing cuisine and customer service, so visit or carry out from one of them today!

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A Latte Vino

Pita Patio Grill

Diann Prechel is a true native of Pinal County, born in Florence, raised in Coolidge and living on the outskirts of Casa Grande. Owner of A Latte Vino, she brought to life a concept that had been missing from the region—an upscale coffee house during the day and a cozy wine bistro in the evening.

“Rustic elegance” is what Prechel refers to it as. It’s a place you can go to in your work boots or get dressed up for date night.

Baked brie, pot pie, lasagna, short rib roast, and corned beef Reubens are some of the specialties Prechel says one should try first. To enjoy with the meal, A Latte Vino carries an extensive wine list and 12 beers on draft.

On the weekends, A Latte Vino has live music and the “Champagne Room” is available for private parties.

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Originally from Greektown in Toronto, owner Nick Tsalikis has created a restaurant that not only serves authentic food, but a place for local entertainment with a family-friendly atmosphere.

Now is the best time of year to be outside, and the patio is the spot to be! Enjoy your meal with live music Friday and Saturday nights. Karaoke fans can come out on Thursday night and show off their crooning skills or just for fun.

The restaurant has made a big splash since opening in Coolidge just over a year ago. Previously, Tsalikis owned the Greek Islands Grill in San Tan Valley for 11 years.

If you’re looking to try it for the first time, Tsalikis says, “Everything is great!”

The most popular menu items are the pita sandwiches, Philly cheesesteaks, and their hamburgers. And if you are just thirsty, the outdoor bar will have something for you.

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Sometimes, you just have to trust in God for the details, that’s what Joe Wood, owner of Culver’s, says he did when he moved to Arizona with his wife Jaime in 2011. Originally from Wisconsin, Wood was unemployed when he applied to the Culver’s in Casa Grande but after years of dedication, non-stop effort, the Wood family purchased the franchise in 2019. Wood says he couldn’t have done it without his wife’s support.

“As a team, our hard work and sacrifice has allowed us to do the unimaginable,” Wood says.

When it comes to the restaurant, Wood says Culver’s fresh, frozen custard is still one of their most popular items, made on site throughout the day. Of course, also known for their burgers, Wood highly recommends the Bacon Double Deluxe or Double Mushroom & Swiss with cheese curds.

“Our team works to give every guest the very best experience,” says Wood. “From greeting our guests with a warm smile, to preparing a fresh, made-to-order meal or dessert, their commitment to quality shines through and makes us just a little different.”

As a kid growing up in Vietnam, Miller Dao became curious about cooking by watching his mom. Every day, she made unforgettable seafood dishes and other traditional recipes. Not only did she pass on recipes to her son, but a sense of respect for the cooking and for those eating it.

AKA “that yellow food truck,” SGVK (Street Vibes Gourmet Kitchen) has attracted a cult-like following for its Vietnamese-Mexican infused menu. Traditional pho and ramen sell it out quickly when Dao makes it, so be quick with your order.

You can usually find him in Maricopa on Wednesday and Friday at the Walmart parking lot. On Thursdays, Dao rolls to Arizona City and parks at the Tumbleweed Plaza from 5pm-8pm. Saturdays he leaves open as the wild card spot—you’ll have to follow SVGK on Facebook to see if he is rolling to a neighborhood near you.

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Tanya Powers is the fourth owner of Honeycutt Coffee since it was established a decade ago. Independent coffee shops have a tough time competing with the drive-thru franchises, but Powers believed with her experience, she could not only make you a great cup of coffee, she could create a place the entire community could enjoy. What she didn’t bank on for the first two years was major roadway construction in front of the shop limiting access, followed by a worldwide pandemic that nearly wiped her out!

Powers persevered, pushing specials, creating a food menu, and obtaining an alcohol license. The work has paid off as Honeycutt Coffee has also become a wine bar. It’s a popular spot for your morning caffeine fix and an after-work place to relax on the secret back patio. As springtime hits, more events are planned with trivia on Friday nights, monthly vendor showcases, and even Saturday night dancing!

Located in the heart of historic downtown Casa Grande, the Cook-E-Jar Bakery and Café has been a multi-generational affair for the community since 1988. Owner Mary Ann Versluis says she has been baking since she was a kid using a Betty Crocker Cookie cookbook as her guide. Versluis since has added and tweaked recipes to make the shop successful over the years.

Not just a bakery though, the Cook-E-Jar is also a sit down diner, serving food from scratch: breakfast, Mexican food, burgers, homemade soups, and even salads!

While much is changing in the world, Versluis says the vibe is very much family-oriented and has a community feel.

“We still have great customers from all over and from all ages,” says Versluis, “We are just a super friendly place to go.

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6th Fun Van supported by First Things 7th Nature’s Awakening - Art Class at First at Coolidge Public Library, Coolidge – 10:00

Wuertz Gourd Farm, Casa Grande – 9:30 AM - 3:30

are grouped by age bracket, and there are

AM - 11:00 AM – Combined parenting education

PM – During this class you will have fun creating

thousands of eggs and toys so that everyone

and preschool program offered virtually for

with geometric shapes while adding wildlife,

will have a fun time! The event includes the

parents and caregivers with children ages 0-5. At

trees and strings with beads When woodburning

Easter Egg hunt, train ride, jumping pillows,

each class, children enjoy art activities, stories,

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and playtime with a variety of age-appropriate

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the Easter Bunny! The egg hunt begins at

toys while parents and caregivers learn strategies

website for class details. For more information: 520-

10:00 AM sharp. Tickets are available on the

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7th Virtual Storytime with Mr.

an annual tradition in Queen Creek! Children

visits communities throughout Pinal County. See the website for locations and dates. For more

David at Vista Grande Library, Casa Grande –

information: 520-723-6030 | www.ajpl.org/

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM – Join Mr. David from the

funvan/locations

Vista Grande Public Library for a mini version

6th Pinal County Historical Society

of our storytime online. He will read books, sing

Museum Book Club (Virtual) at Pinal

on our library Facebook page (facebook.com/

Chapel of Casa Grande, Casa Grande – 10:00

County Historical Museum, Florence – 6:00 PM

cglibraryaz) or YouTube channel (youtube.com/

AM - 11:30 AM – You’re invited to join us for

– Join us for the PCHS Museum’s fifth Virtual

casagrandelibrary). For more information: 520-

Easter Sunday at Calvary Chapel! We will be

Book Club! The fifth book is written by Randy

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having one outdoor service at 10AM with worship,

Helm, describing his experiences teaching felons

teaching and baptisms. Come and celebrate Jesus

to train horses. Join us on Zoom to discuss the

raising from the dead and His victory over sin on

book titled, “Lessons with Horses”, as well as ‘meet’

Resurrection Sunday. We hope to see you there!

the author! See the website for details and cost.

(962 W. Gila Bend Hwy) For more information:

For more information: 520-868-4382 | www.

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4th Resurrection Service at Calvary

5th Virtual Storytime with Ms. Julie at 6th Arizona Gives Day - Seeds of Casa Grande Main Library, Casa Grande – 10:00 AM

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online. She will read books, sing songs, and do some

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songs, and play the ukulele! Program can be found

8th The RJ Band & Chinoz

Grill at The Windmill Winery, Florence – 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM – The Windmill Winery in Florence combines live music with a food truck for a great night out!

It’s located at 1140 W. Butte Avenue.

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APRIL 9th Friday Night Karaoke at VFW Post 3713, Coolidge – 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM – Bring a

guest! $10 fundraiser meal and an evening of fun!

April 10th Doug Kelley

& When Pigs Fly BBQ at The

Windmill Winery, Florence – 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM – It’s Live Music and Food Truck Night at The Windmill Winery in Florence. Check their website other upcoming events. For more information: 520-868-5200 | www. thewindmillwinery.com

12th Virtual Storytime with Ms.

Julie at Casa Grande Main Library, Casa Grande – 10:00 AM – Virtual Event: Join Ms. Julie from

Located at 328 W. Coolidge Avenue. For more

the Casa Grande Public Library for a mini version

information: 520-251-5766 | www.vfw3713.org

of our storytime online. She will read books, sing

10th The Pony Ranch featuring

songs, and do some fingerplays and rhymes. For

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14th Virtual Storytime with Mr.

more information: 520-421-8710 | https://.pcld.

is $8/person (cash or cards). A fun place for tiny

David at Vista Grande Library, Casa Grande –

cowboys and cowgirls to experience riding a pony and feeding ranch animals at the petting zoo. Kids

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM – Join Mr. David from the

can get unlimited pony rides and they offer a 1/2

Vista Grande Public Library for a mini version

mile pony trail or a hot walker. Feed is $3/bag.

of our storytime online. He will read books, sing

Located at 18536 W. Houser Rd. in Casa Grande.

songs, and play the ukulele! Program can be found

See their Facebook page for age and weight limits.

on our library Facebook page (facebook.com/

For more information: 480-236-4500 | www.

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10th Virtual Star Party

10th Carvin Jones at Paramount

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7:00 PM – Oracle State Park’s first-ever Virtual

renowned blues guitarist Carvin Jones brings his

Monthly Meeting at Online Event, Coolidge

Star Party celebrates International Dark Sky Week

Ultimate Guitar Experience to Casa Grande! The

– 7:00 PM – Monthly meetings are being held

(April 5-12). The approximately 90-minute video

Paramount Theatre is located at 420 N Florence

online on the third Wednesday of each month,

program will air as a premiere on Tucson Amateur

St. Tickets available at www.eventbrite.com.

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Parks Facebook and YouTube sites See website for

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program details. For more information: 520-896-

11th Oracle Online Conservatory

PM on YouTube. See their website for program

- Student & Faculty Concert at Oracle

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Center for the Arts, Oracle – 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

15th Live Music — Bob Villa at The

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10th Florence Farmers’ Market at

Arriola Square, Florence – 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM – The Florence Farmers Market takes place in Arriola Square on Historic Main Street. The market features local fresh fruit and produce. This will be the final market of the season. For more information: 520-868-9433 | https:// www.facebook.com/gfcoc

Theatre, Casa Grande – 8:00 PM – World-

– This is a Drive-In/Open Air Concert featuring students and faculty members of the Oracle

14th Pinal Gem & Mineral Society

details. For more information: 520-723-3009 |

Windmill Winery, Florence – 5:00 PM - 9:00

Online Conservatory. In response to the Covid-19

PM – Admission is free for this live show by

pandemic, the Oracle Piano Society developed the

Bob Villa at The Windmill Winery in Florence.

Oracle Online Music Conservatory, a music school

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15th Live Theater: She Kills

their studies with the Oracle Online Conservatory Faculty Ensemble; The Oracle Piano Quartet.

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Performing Arts Center, San Tan Valley – 7:00

well as a world premiere faculty performance of

PM – Performed by Combs Curtain Call Theatre.

Composer James DeMars’ new Piano Quartet No.

The Combs Performing Arts Center is located

2. Options for tickets include drive-in or outdoor

in San Tan Valley on the Combs High School

seating with physical distancing protocols in place.

Campus. Built in 2019, this elegant theater has

Masks are required for outdoor seating. Seating

excellent views from every seat, a balcony,

is limited and first-come-first-served, so please

and state-of-the-art technology. For more

reserve your seat soon. For more information:

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15th Day Out Downtown at

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17th A nnual BIG 3 Car Show at 20th Arizona: The Centennial That Jones Ford - Casa Grande, Casa Grande –

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9:00 AM - 1:00 PM – Desert Sky Mustangs

Junction Library – 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM – Presented

and Jones Ford Casa Grande are hosting their Annual BIG 3 Car show on April 17. It is open to all GM, Ford and Chrysler vehicles! Free

by our Writer in Residence, Lisa Schnebly Heidinger. A member of the Centennial Foundation and Arizona Historical Advisory Commission

admission to the public. Staging begins at 8:30 AM

Committee, Schnebly Heidinger traces what went

and awards at 12:45 PM. Location: Jones Ford

right and wrong with the state’s 100th birthday –

Casa Grande, 1932 N. Pinal Ave Casa Grande. Pre-

and the perilous journey of the official Centennial

registration is $15 by April 10 and $20 up to the

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17th The Pony Ranch featuring

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Tiny Town at The Pony Ranch, Casa Grande –

– Admission is free for this live show by the 10th

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM – Every Saturday! Admission

& Main band at The Windmill Winery in Florence.

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16th Friday Night Karaoke at VFW

can get unlimited pony rides and they offer a 1/2

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16th 3rd Fridays at Downtown

18th Live Music: BadJune Band at The

23rd Live Music - Allen James at The

River Bottom Bar and Grill, Florence – 2:00 PM

– Enjoy great tunes from the 60’s on with Allen

Chamber of Commerce, Florence – 5:00 PM - 8:00

– The BadJune Band plays classic rock to modern

James while relaxing with wine, craft beer and food

PM – Historic Main St comes alive at night with

country. Four performers from across the country

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destination for live music, food, and fun activities

putting on an engaging live show! Free admission.

for the kids on the third Friday of each month! For

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17th Fig and Pomegranate

Workshop at The Avocado Nursery, Coolidge – 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM – Gardening workshops and educational youth classes are held on the second Saturday of each month. Call the nursery to register for the youth programs.

For more information: 520-723-4480 | www. distinctiveearthscapesattheavocado.com

17th Youth Gardening &

Permaculture Workshop at The Avocado Nursery, Coolidge – 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM – Gardening workshops and educational youth classes are held on the second Saturday of each

mile pony trail or a hot walker. Feed is $3/bag.

Post 3713, Coolidge – 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM – Bring

Windmill Winery, Florence – 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Show) at The Windmill Winery, Florence – 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM – Magician Eric Giliam brings his

19th Virtual Storytime

with Ms. Julie at Casa Grande

Main Library, Casa Grande – 10:00 AM – Virtual Event: Join Ms. Julie from the Casa Grande Public Library for a mini version of our storytime online.

She will read books, sing songs, and do some fingerplays and rhymes. For more information: 520-421-8710 | https://.pcld. libnet.info/ event/4900017

Vegas-style show to Florence! Don’t miss this family-friendly show. Tickets are $25 to $40 and available via Eventbrite. For more information: 520-868-5200 | www.thewindmillwinery.com

24th Produce on Wheels -

P.O.W.W.O.W. Market at Freedom Family Church, Arizona City – 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM – No income or residential qualifications required. $12 for up to 70 lbs. of fresh produce. Location is 13325 S. Tacna Rd. in Arizona City. See website for details or email freedomfamilyaz@gamil.com. For more information: 520-494-8292 | www. borderlandsproducerescue.org

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24th Casa Grande P.O.W.W.O.W. Produce Market at 820 E. Cottonwood

Lane, Casa Grande – 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM – 7th Annual produce season. No income or residential qualifications required. $12 for up to 70 lbs. of fresh produce. Every week, usually on Saturdays, P.O.W.W.O.W. (Produce on Wheels Without Waste) host sites are held in cities around Arizona.

These sites are hosted by community organizations such as churches, civic organizations, schools and universities. See its website for details.

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24th Sinister Night Trail Run at

San Tan Regional Park, Queen Creek – 6:00 PM – Experience the magic of night trail running in the Sonoran Desert at the Sinister Night Trail Runs held on a rolling and runnable 9 kilometer loop at San Tan Mountain Regional Park.

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24th Pinal Chapter, WeSERV Golf Tournament at Francisco Grande Hotel &

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25th Yoga in the Lavender Field at Life Under the Oaks Lavender Farm, Oracle – 3:30 PM 5:00 PM – Imagine the scent of lavender as you do

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a live music performance. After you have melted all

Town at The Pony Ranch, Casa Grande – 10:00

lemonade and a snack while wandering the lavender

AM - 4:00 PM – Every Saturday! Admission is $8/

field — or just relax and enjoy the field! The class will

person (cash or cards). A fun place for tiny cowboys

be led by Ramona Willis of High Desert Sanctuary.

and cowgirls to experience riding a pony and

All levels of experience welcome including

feeding ranch animals at the Petting Zoo. Kids can

beginners. You will be able to purchase lavender

get unlimited pony rides and are offered a 1/2 mile

mist, essential oils, etc. with our Lavender Pop-Up

pony trail or a hot walker. Feed is $3/bag. Located

Shop open for your convenience. Fee of $30 includes

at 18536 W. Houser Rd. in Casa Grande. See their

exclusive entry to the lavender farm, yoga class,

Facebook page for age and weight limits. For more

lavender bundle, live music, and drinks & snacks.

information: 480-236-4500 | www.facebook.com/

Pre-registration required. For more information: 520-

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26th Virtual Storytime with Ms.

24th Skydiving Courses at

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will be teaching Flight-1 301 & 302 Canopy

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30th Community Blood Drive at Casa

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2:00 PM – Did you know that someone needs blood

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See the Skydive Arizona Facebook page

of other canopies sharing that experience with you.

lives. This Vitalant blood drive will be held in the

and website for course requirements and

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Activity Room at the main library in Casa Grande.

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donation events happening in Pinal County. For more

24th Maricopa Chamber 14th Annual

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Maricopa – 6:00 PM – The annual awards event

3713, Coolidge – 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM – Bring a Guest!

Awards Gala at Maricopa Chamber of Commerce,

30th Friday Night Karaoke at VFW Post

celebrates Maricopa’s outstanding businesses!

$10 fundraiser meal and an evening of fun! Located

This event is for Maricopa Chamber of Commerce

at 328 W. Coolidge Avenue. For more information:

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MAY 1st The Pony Ranch featuring Tiny

Town at The Pony Ranch, Casa Grande – 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM – Every Saturday! Admission is $8/

1st May Community Recreation Schedule at Casa Grande Community

person (cash or cards). A fun place for tiny cowboys and cowgirls to experience riding a pony and feeding ranch animals at the Petting Zoo. Kids can

Recreation Center, Casa Grande – The Casa Grande Community Recreation Center offers

get unlimited pony rides and are offered a 1/2 mile

many fitness and recreation opportunities each month! Group fitness classes are available,

pony trail or a hot walker. Feed is $3/bag. Located

along with activities in the gym, which include basketball, open gym and gymnastics. See the

at 18536 W. Houser Rd. in Casa Grande. See

CRC website for the May schedule and membership details. Access may be limited due to

Facebook page for age and weight limits. For more

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information: 480-236-4500 | www.facebook.com/

2nd Jazz Concert at Oracle Center for the

8th Succulent Workshop combined

City of Maricopa, Maricopa – Many sports, fitness,

host a Drive-In/Open Air Jazz Concert Featuring

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creation, and leisure events take place every month

“The President’s Own” United States Marine Band

11:00 AM – Gardening workshops and educational

at the Copper Sky Recreation Complex in Maricopa,

pianist AnnaMaria Mottola. Concert and ticket

youth classes are held on the second Saturday of

which includes the multigenerational center, aquatic

information is available on the Oracle Center for

each month. Call the nursery to register for the

center and regional park. Check the Copper Sky

the Arts website. The center is located at 700 E.

youth classes. $10 fee for the Succulent Workshop.

website to see this month’s schedule and special

Kingston Street in Oracle. For more information:

For more information: 520-723-4480 | www.

events. For more information: 520-316-4600 |

623-295-9677 | www.oraclepianosociety.org

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May 8th

21st 3rd Fridays at Downtown

Historic Florence at Greater Florence Chamber

The Pony Ranch featuring Tiny Town at The Pony

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Ranch, Casa Grande – 10:00 AM - 4:00

night with many businesses staying open late!

PM – Every Saturday! Admission is $8/

Make this your destination for live music, food,

person (cash or cards). A fun place for

and fun activities for the kids on the third Friday of

tiny cowboys and cowgirls to experience

each month! For more information: 520-868-9433

riding a pony and feeding ranch animals

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at the petting zoo. Kids can get unlimited

22nd The Pony Ranch featuring Tiny

Historic Main Street in Florence comes alive at

pony rides and are offered a 1/2 mile pony

Town at The Pony Ranch, Casa Grande – 10:00

trail and a hot walker. Feed is $3/bag.

Located at 18536 W. Houser Rd. in Casa

AM - 4:00 PM – Every Saturday! Admission is

Grande. See their Facebook page for age

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15th The Pony Ranch featuring

PM – Admission is free for live music events at The

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM – Every Saturday! Admission

Windmill Winery, and a food truck is on site if you

is $8/person (cash or cards). A fun place for tiny

get hungry! Beer and wine are available from the

cowboys and cowgirls to experience riding a pony

winery. The music for today’s show is from Allen

and feeding ranch animals at the petting zoo. Kids

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can get unlimited pony rides and are offered a 1/2

and later! For more information: 520-868-5200 |

mile pony trail and a hot walker. Feed is $3/bag.

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The Windmill Winery, Florence – 5:00 PM - 9:00

Tiny Town at The Pony Ranch, Casa Grande –

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15th Citrus Workshop -

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Casa Grande – 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM –

Monthly Meeting at Online Event, Coolidge

Summer Care at The Avocado Nursery,

19th Pinal Gem & Mineral Society

Gardening workshops are held on Saturdays

– 7:00 PM – Monthly meetings are being held

at the nursery. Check website for upcoming

online on the third Wednesday of each month,

classes. For more information: 520-723-4480

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Facebook page for age and weight limits. For more information: 480-236-4500 | www.facebook.com/ theponyranchfeaturingtinytown

27th Live Music by 10th & Main at The Windmill Winery,

Florence – 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM – Admission is free for this live show at The Windmill Winery in Florence.

Enjoy dancing to the live music. Wine and cold beer are available from the winery, and great food will be served up by a visiting food truck!

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opens at 6:30 PM and the meeting starts at 7:00 PM on YouTube. See their website for program details. For more information: 520-723-3009 | www.pinalgeologymuseum.org

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29th The Pony Ranch featuring Tiny Town at The Pony Ranch, Casa Grande – 10:00

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trail and a hot walker. Feed is $3/bag. Located at

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