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Wednesday, December 4, 2024
🎉 Retro Rewind Spa Bash – Join Us for Our 80s-Inspired Year-End Celebration! 🎉

Step back in time with us at the Retro Rewind Spa Bash – an 80s-themed party you won’t want to miss! We're wrapping up the year with our biggest celebration, featuring live music, food, drinks, exclusive deals, and mini spa treatments. Come dressed in your favorite 80s-inspired look for a night of fun, giveaways, and the best discounts of the year!

Event Highlights:
🌟 Live Band – Jam out to classic hits all night
🌟 Mini Spa Services – Try out our offerings with mini skin treatments, massages, and more
🌟 Exclusive Member Deals – Best sales of the year and special member perks
🌟 Giveaways & Prizes – Win fun prize throughout the night

Bring your friends, your best 80s outfit, and let’s make this a night to remember! RSVP today!
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Free to the public

Refreshments, snow (in Tucson!) - Jolly Old Saint Nick

Free to the Public
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Global Grants Solar System for Kino Border Initiative - Tim Dugan
Thursday, December 5, 2024
You are invited to join us every other Thursday to meet business owners and employees who are helping each other grow their respective businesses. We are a networking group of individuals who actively promote and refer business back and forth.

 
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Join us for shopping, prizes and a hot chocolate bar!
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Christmas at Canoa
Thursdays through Saturdays
December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 27 and 28
 
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Music, Lights and Artists.  All makes for an this enchanting,magical evening
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Lights and light show, loads if activities and special displays
Friday, December 6, 2024
Santa Cruz Valley Car Nuts 1st Fridays Culver's Cars & Custard.  Join us behind Culver's Restaurant!
Friday, December 6, 2024
Christmas at Canoa
Thursdays through Saturdays
December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 27 and 28
 
Friday, December 6, 2024
Friday, December 6, 2024
A family-focused, fun-filled, community celebration centered around a variety of amazing Christmas trees!
The public will vote on the best decorated tree. Awards ceremony at 4:00 pm on Sunday, December 8. 
Friday, December 6, 2024
Saturday, December 7, 2024
La Fiesta de Tumacácori:
52nd Celebration at Tumacácori National Historical Park
 
The 52nd annual Fiesta at Tumacácori National Historical Park will take place Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday, December 8, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission is free. La Fiesta de Tumacácori is a celebration of all the cultures which have lived in and influenced the historical Santa Cruz River Valley. The two-day event will feature Native American, Mexican, and Southwest food, crafts, and performances. A multicultural Catholic Mass will be celebrated in front of the historic Tumacácori Mission church on Sunday morning, led by Bishop Edward Weisenburger, of the Tucson Diocese.
Local non-profit historical, cultural, environmental, and religious organizations will be selling food and hand-crafted items. On the main stage, there will be all-day, continuous entertainment, featuring a variety of dance and music groups representing many cultural traditions. Visitors can enjoy traditional craft demonstrations throughout the festival. Guided tours of the mission will be available both days, as well as guided walks to the Santa Cruz River. In the hands-on “Discovery Corner,” there will be family-friendly activities including piñata breaking and nature-based games.
Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m., a procession begins in front of the visitor center, leading through the fiesta grounds and ending in front of the mission church. The multicultural Catholic Mass begins when the procession arrives, approximately 10:30 a.mPlease note that no photos are permitted during the procession or mass, or while sacred dances are being performed. (“NO PHOTOS” signs will be posted prominently at restricted times and locations.)
Only service animals are allowed on the mission grounds or fiesta grounds. Tumacácori’s Anza Trailhead is closed to equestrian access during the fiesta.
Tumacácori National Historical Park is located 45 miles south of Tucson and 15 miles north of Nogales. Take exit 29 from I-19 and follow the signs. For information, call the Tumacácori visitor center, (520) 377-5060.
A tentative stage schedule for La Fiesta de Tumacácori follows. Updates will be posted on the park’s website at nps.gov/tuma/planyourvisit/fiesta.htm.
Saturday, December 7, 2024
9:45            Blessing and opening of the 52nd Tumacácori Fiesta
10:00          Abya Yala Dancers from Magdalena de Kino, Mexico
11:00         TBD
12:00         Grupo de Danza Folklorica Mexicayotl & Grupo de Danza Mexica Mexicayotl from Mexicayotl Academy in Nogales
1:00            Mariachi Las Aguilitas from Davis Elementary School in Tucson
2:00            Mariachi Valenzuela from Tucson
3:00            Grupo Folklorico Miztontli from the University of Arizona
4:00            Desert Sky Winds waila band from San Xavier
Sunday, December 8, 2024
10:00           Procession, with Mass following in front of the church at approximately 10:30
11:00           Wa:k Tab Basket Dancers from San Xavier
12:00           Mariachi Alegre from Tucson
 1:00            Orbita Musical from Rio Rico
 2:00            Danza Cultura Mexicana from Tucson
 3:00            Gertie and the TO Boyz waila band from San Xavier
 
 
 
Saturday, December 7, 2024
A family-focused, fun-filled, community celebration centered around a variety of amazing Christmas trees!
The public will vote on the best decorated tree. Awards ceremony at 4:00 pm on Sunday, December 8. 
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Winterfest 2024
Dec 07, 2024, 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Sahuarita Town Hall, 375 W Sahuarita Center Way,
Sahuarita, AZ 85629, USA
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Christmas at Canoa
Thursdays through Saturdays
December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 27 and 28
 
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Sunday, December 8, 2024
La Fiesta de Tumacácori:
52nd Celebration at Tumacácori National Historical Park
 
The 52nd annual Fiesta at Tumacácori National Historical Park will take place Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday, December 8, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission is free. La Fiesta de Tumacácori is a celebration of all the cultures which have lived in and influenced the historical Santa Cruz River Valley. The two-day event will feature Native American, Mexican, and Southwest food, crafts, and performances. A multicultural Catholic Mass will be celebrated in front of the historic Tumacácori Mission church on Sunday morning, led by Bishop Edward Weisenburger, of the Tucson Diocese.
Local non-profit historical, cultural, environmental, and religious organizations will be selling food and hand-crafted items. On the main stage, there will be all-day, continuous entertainment, featuring a variety of dance and music groups representing many cultural traditions. Visitors can enjoy traditional craft demonstrations throughout the festival. Guided tours of the mission will be available both days, as well as guided walks to the Santa Cruz River. In the hands-on “Discovery Corner,” there will be family-friendly activities including piñata breaking and nature-based games.
Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m., a procession begins in front of the visitor center, leading through the fiesta grounds and ending in front of the mission church. The multicultural Catholic Mass begins when the procession arrives, approximately 10:30 a.mPlease note that no photos are permitted during the procession or mass, or while sacred dances are being performed. (“NO PHOTOS” signs will be posted prominently at restricted times and locations.)
Only service animals are allowed on the mission grounds or fiesta grounds. Tumacácori’s Anza Trailhead is closed to equestrian access during the fiesta.
Tumacácori National Historical Park is located 45 miles south of Tucson and 15 miles north of Nogales. Take exit 29 from I-19 and follow the signs. For information, call the Tumacácori visitor center, (520) 377-5060.
A tentative stage schedule for La Fiesta de Tumacácori follows. Updates will be posted on the park’s website at nps.gov/tuma/planyourvisit/fiesta.htm.
Saturday, December 7, 2024
9:45            Blessing and opening of the 52nd Tumacácori Fiesta
10:00          Abya Yala Dancers from Magdalena de Kino, Mexico
11:00         TBD
12:00         Grupo de Danza Folklorica Mexicayotl & Grupo de Danza Mexica Mexicayotl from Mexicayotl Academy in Nogales
1:00            Mariachi Las Aguilitas from Davis Elementary School in Tucson
2:00            Mariachi Valenzuela from Tucson
3:00            Grupo Folklorico Miztontli from the University of Arizona
4:00            Desert Sky Winds waila band from San Xavier
Sunday, December 8, 2024
10:00           Procession, with Mass following in front of the church at approximately 10:30
11:00           Wa:k Tab Basket Dancers from San Xavier
12:00           Mariachi Alegre from Tucson
 1:00            Orbita Musical from Rio Rico
 2:00            Danza Cultura Mexicana from Tucson
 3:00            Gertie and the TO Boyz waila band from San Xavier
 
 
 
Sunday, December 8, 2024
Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch
Summary: Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters.
Description: Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa.
Dates: Saturdays, November 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30
            Saturdays, December 8,14, 21,28
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley 85622
Cost: Free.
Registration Suggested: https://www.explore.pima.gov
Drop-ins welcome when space permits
For more information: www.pima.gov/CLR, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
 
Sunday, December 8, 2024
A family-focused, fun-filled, community celebration centered around a variety of amazing Christmas trees!
The public will vote on the best decorated tree. Awards ceremony at 4:00 pm on Sunday, December 8. 
Sunday, December 8, 2024
Monday, December 9, 2024
Christmas Concert Evening Concert
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Birding Canoa Ranch
Summary: Visit Historic Canoa Ranch, a birding hotspot in Pima County
Description: As fall migration continues, we expect to see waterfowl and sparrow numbers begin to climb.  Shrikes, kestrels, wrens, and shorebirds are also on the list of candidates we may see.
Dates: Wednesdays, November 13 and December 11
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Where: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley 85622
Cost: $5 fee.
Registration: www.explore.pima.gov
For more information: www.pima.gov/CLR, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
 
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
T&T Cleaning & Restoration has teamed up Gasoline Alley to host a free bbq. There will also be giveaway raffles and FOOD!
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Club Members present a Christmas play
Thursday, December 12, 2024
2nd Thursday of each month
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Christmas at Canoa
Thursdays through Saturdays
December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 27 and 28
 
Friday, December 13, 2024
 
Anza Tour at Historic Canoa Ranch
Summary: Join a walking tour discussing the 1775- 1776 Anza Expedition which camped at La Canoa.
Description: Learn about Colonel Juan Bautista de Anza and the group of Spanish colonial settlers who, in 1775, made their first stop at Canoa Ranch as they began an epic 1200-mile journey from Sonora, New Spain to colonize the port of what is now San Francisco.
Dates: Fridays, November 8 and 15
Fridays, December 13 and 20
Time: 9:30 a.m.- 10:30 a.m.
Where: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley 85622
Cost: Free.
Registration Suggested: https://www.explore.pima.gov
Drop-ins welcome when space permits
For more information: www.pima.gov/CLR, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
 
Friday, December 13, 2024
Christmas at Canoa
Thursdays through Saturdays
December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 27 and 28
 
Friday, December 13, 2024
Friday, December 13, 2024
Ages 21+
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Donate: bit.ly/donate_clot_trot
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Birding For EveryBODY: Canoa Ranch
Summary: This outing is intentionally designed to be accessible and inclusive
Description: Join Marcia OBara for a leisurely birding experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. The pace is slow, distance short, and terrain even. Each registered participant is welcome to bring a support person.
This program is offered in partnership with the Tucson Audubon Society
Dates: Monday, November 25 and Saturday, December 14
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Where: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley 85622
Cost: Free. Online registration opens on month before program; visit https://tucsonaudubon.org/go-birding/birding-field-trips/
For more information: email lsafford@tucsonaudubon.org, eeducation@pima.gov or call 520-724-5375
 
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch
Summary: Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters.
Description: Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa.
Dates: Saturdays, November 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30
            Saturdays, December 8,14, 21,28
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley 85622
Cost: Free.
Registration Suggested: https://www.explore.pima.gov
Drop-ins welcome when space permits
For more information: www.pima.gov/CLR, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
 
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Christmas at the Empire Ranch
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Christmas at Canoa
Thursdays through Saturdays
December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 27 and 28
 
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Sunday, December 15, 2024
Tickets available at CPAC
Sunday, December 15, 2024
Tickets $35 (includes dinner and two drink tickets)
Sunday, December 15, 2024
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Club Christmas Party & Fun Gift Exchange
Thursday, December 19, 2024
You are invited to join us every other Thursday to meet business owners and employees who are helping each other grow their respective businesses. We are a networking group of individuals who actively promote and refer business back and forth.

 
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Christmas at Canoa
Thursdays through Saturdays
December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 27 and 28
 
Friday, December 20, 2024
Anza Trail Hike at Historic Canoa Ranch
Summary: Explore a 2-to-3-mile section of the Anza Trail during an easy, level interpretive hike. Ages 12 and up.
Description: Learn about the cultural and natural history of the Santa Cruz Valley. Travel on the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail to the area of La Canoa where the expedition to found San Francisco camped after leaving Tubac Presidio in October of 1775.
Dates: Fridays, November 8 and 15
Date: Friday, December 20
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Where: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley 85622
Cost: $5 fee.
Registration: www.explore.pima.gov
For more information: www.pima.gov/CLR, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
 
 
Friday, December 20, 2024
Merry Christmas from the Green Valley Sahuarita Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center

Come see what the Chamber has to offer.  Refreshments will be served

 
Friday, December 20, 2024
 
Anza Tour at Historic Canoa Ranch
Summary: Join a walking tour discussing the 1775- 1776 Anza Expedition which camped at La Canoa.
Description: Learn about Colonel Juan Bautista de Anza and the group of Spanish colonial settlers who, in 1775, made their first stop at Canoa Ranch as they began an epic 1200-mile journey from Sonora, New Spain to colonize the port of what is now San Francisco.
Dates: Fridays, November 8 and 15
Fridays, December 13 and 20
Time: 9:30 a.m.- 10:30 a.m.
Where: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley 85622
Cost: Free.
Registration Suggested: https://www.explore.pima.gov
Drop-ins welcome when space permits
For more information: www.pima.gov/CLR, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
 
Friday, December 20, 2024
Christmas at Canoa
Thursdays through Saturdays
December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 27 and 28
 
Friday, December 20, 2024
Saturday, December 21, 2024
Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch
Summary: Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters.
Description: Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa.
Dates: Saturdays, November 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30
            Saturdays, December 8,14, 21,28
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley 85622
Cost: Free.
Registration Suggested: https://www.explore.pima.gov
Drop-ins welcome when space permits
For more information: www.pima.gov/CLR, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
 
Saturday, December 21, 2024
An afternoon of Latin and Spanish music at Valley Presbyterian Church with a Guitar Duo, Puerta-Vazquez.
Concert starts at 2:00 p.m. "Pay What You Can" at the door. 
Saturday, December 21, 2024
Christmas at Canoa
Thursdays through Saturdays
December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 27 and 28
 
Saturday, December 21, 2024
Sunday, December 22, 2024
Thursday, December 26, 2024
NO MEETING * Merry Christmas!
Friday, December 27, 2024
Christmas at Canoa
Thursdays through Saturdays
December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 27 and 28
 
Saturday, December 28, 2024
Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch
Summary: Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters.
Description: Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa.
Dates: Saturdays, November 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30
            Saturdays, December 8,14, 21,28
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley 85622
Cost: Free.
Registration Suggested: https://www.explore.pima.gov
Drop-ins welcome when space permits
For more information: www.pima.gov/CLR, eeducation@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
 
Saturday, December 28, 2024
Christmas at Canoa
Thursdays through Saturdays
December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 27 and 28