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SUMMARY:Homeschool Appreciation Day at Vulture City Ghost Town
DESCRIPTION:Join the Annual Homeschool Appreciation Day at Vulture City Ghost Town! It is a full-day of educational adventure open to all families and curious minds\, blending self-paced historical exploration\, hands-on learning\, live entertainment\, and desert wildlife education at one of Arizona’s most iconic ghost towns. \nFamilies and visitors of all backgrounds are invited to explore over 16 original 1800s buildings\, including the assay office\, blacksmith shop\, brothel\, cookhouse\, and the infamous Hanging Tree\, discovering the stories\, artifacts\, and frontier ingenuity that defined the gold-rush era. \nWhat is included:\n• Live blacksmithing demonstrations\n• Interactive gold-panning station where everyone can try their hand at “striking it rich”\n• Performances by the Wickenburg Marshals\, bringing the Old West to life with family-friendly skits and photo ops\n• Arizona Game and; Fish on-site with live desert animals and wildlife education stations\n• Local food trucks serving lunch\, snacks\, and treats\n• Shaded picnic and rest areas for breaks and socializing \nThis special event is our way of saying thank you to homeschool families while welcoming every guest to learn\, play\, and explore. \nHighlights:\nOld West Fashion Show\nSaturday at 12:00 PM\nSee how men and women dressed in frontier times with this lively\, crowd-pleasing show! \nCheck in details:\n– Reservations not required\n– Leashed Dogs Welcome
URL:https://azpbs.org/calendar/homeschool-appreciation-day-at-vulture-city-ghost-town/
LOCATION:Vulture City Ghost Town\, 36610 355th Ave\, AZ\, 85390\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:San Simon Spring Bash
DESCRIPTION:🌸🐣 FIRST ANNUAL SAN SIMON SPRING BASH 🐣🌸\n🎉 Day Before Easter • Fun for the Whole Family! 🎉 \nJoin us for an unforgettable small-town celebration as the San Simon Community Association teams up with Cochise County Vendor Bazaar to bring you a full day of food\, fun\, and community spirit at the San Simon School! \n📅 Saturday\, April 4th\, 2026\n⏰ Starting at 9:00 AM\n📍 All events held at the San Simon School \n✨ EVENT HIGHLIGHTS ✨ \n🐰 Easter Egg Hunt\n• FREE for all children\n• Kicks off at 9:00 AM sharp\nBring your baskets and your biggest smiles! \n🌶️ Chili Cook-Off\n• Judged for bragging rights and prizes\n• Come smell\, sample\, and cheer on your favorites! \n🛍️ Vendor Show\n• Shop from local artisans and small businesses\n• Around 12 unique vendors\n• Each vendor donates an item toward raffle baskets\, with proceeds supporting the cause\nFrom handmade goods to local goodies\, you never know what treasures you’ll find! \n🚜🚗 Car and Equipment Show\n• Classic cars\, eye-catching vehicles and farm equipment\n• Judged with prizes awarded\nA must-see for auto lovers and farm fans alike! \n🎟️ Raffle Baskets • Food • Community Fun • Small-Town Vibes \nThis is more than an event; it’s a celebration of community\, connection\, and country living. Bring the kids\, bring the grandparents\, bring your neighbors\, and come make memories with us 💛 \n👉 Mark your calendars\, invite your friends\, and we’ll see you in San Simon!
URL:https://azpbs.org/calendar/san-simon-spring-bash/
LOCATION:San Simon School District #18\, 2226 I-10 BL\, San Simon\, AZ\, 85632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260411T113000
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SUMMARY:‘Check\, Please! Arizona’ Food Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort “Check\, Please! Arizona” Food Festival at beautiful Fountain Park on Saturday\, April 11\, 2026\, for an afternoon of delicious dining\, engaging conversation and support for quality programming. \nWe’re thrilled to bring back the festival\, adding a change of scenery at an inspired Fountain Hills venue as fans of the show are drawn from across the state. \nSample from 30 locally-owned Arizona restaurants featured on “Check Please! Arizona.” Taste and discover the best chefs and restaurants from your favorite episodes. \nAll tickets include food and drink. \nThe We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort “Check\, Please! Arizona” Food Festival will feature three ticket options. View the registration page to make your selection today!
URL:https://azpbs.org/calendar/check-please-arizona-food-festival/
LOCATION:Fountain Park\, 12925 North Saguaro Boulevard\, Fountain Hills\, AZ\, 85268\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260415T150000
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SUMMARY:The Refrigeration School Inc. Open House Event
DESCRIPTION:Skilled trade professionals are the backbone of communities\, and the demand for hands-on careers continues to grow.  \nDuring the Refrigeration School Inc. (RSI) Open House\, prospective students will have the opportunity to explore in-demand trades and learn how short-term\, hands-on training can lead to long-term career opportunities.  \nAttendees will experience live demonstrations\, tour classrooms and training facilities and connect with instructors and employers to see how RSI helps students prepare for real world careers in welding\, HVAC/R and electrical.
URL:https://azpbs.org/calendar/the-refrigeration-school-inc-open-house-event/
LOCATION:The Refrigeration School Inc.\, 4210 East Washington Street\, Phoenix\, AZ 85034\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 32216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="StrataTech":MAILTO:stratatech@lavidge.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260429T173000
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SUMMARY:ARIZONA SPACE Congress™
DESCRIPTION:ARIZONA SPACE Congress™ mobilizes leaders from across Arizona and beyond to shape the state’s space strategy. We convene leaders from industry\, government\, academia\, entrepreneurship and investment to create a shared\, actionable blueprint for Arizona Space 2030.
URL:https://azpbs.org/calendar/arizona-space-congress/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Downtown Phoenix\, 122 N 2nd St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Space Tank™ - Arizona Edition
DESCRIPTION:Space Tank™ – Arizona Edition \nThe Marquee Finale of Arizona Space Congress™ \nThe on-stage and virtual\, ASTROpreneurial collaboration-competition created and produced by Robert S. Katz\, CEO and Executive Director of World Innovation Network (WIN). \nFeatured Tech-Targets: \n•  Satellites and Sensing \n•  Propulsion and Power \n• Robotics and Autonomy \n•  Space and Earth Infrastructure \nThrough community partnership organizations\, this flagship innovation competition unites ASTROpreneurs\, industry leaders\, investors\, academia and government to showcase breakthrough\, dual-use space technology before a Launch Control panel of experts and investors. \nSpace Tank™ Applications Now Open – Apply by April 8\, 2026 \nEligible founders and partners are encouraged to apply: win.ngo/az. Selected teams and judges will be notified April 10\, 2026\, and will present live at Arizona Space Congress™ on April 29\, 2026\, with complimentary full-access registration. Judges will be announced in April!  \nState Awards and National Advancement \nFounders compete for the inaugural Arizona Space Congress™ Innovation Impact Medal\, a hallmark of excellence and recognition\, which will be awarded at the Supernova Gala. Space Rising prides itself on accelerating access to priceless support across Arizona’s rich statewide ecosystem\, ensuring every innovator continues to soar well beyond the stage. The top ASTROpreneurial Team advances to the Space Tank™: National Final Championship on December 4 – 6\, 2026\, at EarthLight Foundation’s New Worlds Faire in Houston\, TX\, featuring planned programming with NASA Johnson Space Center.
URL:https://azpbs.org/calendar/space-tank-arizona-edition/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Downtown Phoenix\, 122 N 2nd St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260429T180000
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SUMMARY:Supernova Gala
DESCRIPTION:Supernova Gala brings together leaders across the space ecosystem for an inspiring evening dedicated to the future of space. As a signature fundraising event\, it supports multiple space-focused STEM nonprofits\, investing in the next generation of space-ready talent.  \nSilent Auction\nElevate our future workforce with every bid. Every dollar raised fuels space STEM programs. \nBeneficiaries\n• Higher Orbits\n• Space Force Association: Space Professional Society
URL:https://azpbs.org/calendar/supernova-gala/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Downtown Phoenix\, 122 N 2nd St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Space Rising":MAILTO:info@spacerising.org
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SUMMARY:Swim Across America - Phoenix
DESCRIPTION:Swim Across America Launches Inaugural Pool Swim for Greater Phoenix Area on May 30\, 2026\nCommunity Charity Swim at Skyline Aquatic Center in Mesa to Benefit Mayo Clinic \nSwim Across America\, the nonprofit organization that makes waves to fight cancer by holding charity swims across the nation\, will host the inaugural Swim Across America – Phoenix Pool Swim on Saturday\, May 30\, 2026\, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.\, at Skyline Aquatic Center\, 845 S. Crismon Road\, in Mesa. The community charity swim welcomes swimmers of all ages and skill levels who are passionate about diving in to fight cancer\, with proceeds benefitting cancer research at Mayo Clinic in Arizona. Participants may choose from a 1/2-mile swim\, a 1-mile swim or a fun Team Relay; for those unable to participate in person\, a virtual SAA My Way option is also available. In its first year\, the event aims to raise $60\,000 to support cancer research and care in the Phoenix community. For registration and volunteer opportunities\, or to support the swim with a tax-deductible donation\, visit swimacrossamerica.org/phoenix. \nNationally\, Swim Across America has raised more than $150 million for cancer research since its founding in 1987\, supporting critical funding for clinical trials that has led to FDA-approved cancer immunotherapy treatments. The organization supports more than 60 cancer research projects annually\, has eight named Swim Across America labs with its beneficiaries\, and supports work at many of the nation’s leading cancer institutions. \nFor those interested in swimming\, volunteering or donating to the inaugural Swim Across America – Phoenix Pool Swim on May 30\, please visit swimacrossamerica.org/phoenix.
URL:https://azpbs.org/calendar/swim-across-america-phoenix/
LOCATION:Skyline Aquatic Center\, 845 S. Crismon Road\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85208\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swim Across America":MAILTO:barbara.sloan@swimacrossamerica.org
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