A Note from History – February 8
1910 – The Boy Scouts of America is incorporated by William D. Boyce.
Fundraisers Planned to Support Lt. Eric Shuhandler Family
Tuesday, February 9 – The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Memorial Fund and Danny’s Family Car Wash at San Tan Marketplace will be holding a charity car wash to benefit the family of fallen Gilbert Police Lt. Eric Shuhandler. Lt. Shuhandler was shot and killed in the line of duty on January 28, 2010. He served the Gilbert police force for 16 years and leaves behind two young daughters, ages 10 and 12.
Free basic washes will be given from 7:30 am – 2:00 pm for a donation.
All proceeds will directly benefit the Shuhandler family.
Where: Danny’s Family Car Wash, San Tan Village, San Tan Village Pkwy & Market St, 2870 S. Market St., Gilbert, AZ 85296
Thursday, February 11 - Mesa’s 5 & Diner, 6353 E. Southern Ave. 480-641-1958 will be donating a portion of the day’s revenue to the family. All you have to do is mention the families name.
Tuesday, February 16 – Golf Tournament for Lt. Eric Shuhandler Memorial
Format: Two-man scramble *Limited to the first 116 players
12:00 noon; Shotgun start; Registration & silent auction will begin at 10am.
Price: $100 donation per golfer. More is encouraged
Where: Seville Golf and Country Club, 6683 South Clubhouse Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85298
100% of all money raised, including registration will go to the Lt. Shuhandler Memorial Fund . Register to Brian Ruffentine by email or phone, 480-620-2797, by Feburary 9.
All Checks Payable to East Valley Firefighter Charities (EVFC)
For latest information visit www.gilbertaz.gov.
A Note from History – February 5
1919 – Charlie Chaplin, Mary Pickford, Douglas Fairbanks, and D.W. Griffith launch United Artists.
A Note from History – January 29
1845 – Edgar Allan Poe’s famous poem “The Raven” is published on this day in the New York Evening Mirror.
Source: http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history.do?action=Article&id=4229
Writing your own memoirs
A free workshop is offered on how to write your own memoirs at Dobson Ranch Library, 2425 S. Dobson Rd., on
Thursday, February 4 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Featured author Fran Carlisi-Paxton will walk you through special events and occasions in your life to help you organize and to write those memories down on paper. Some categories include, winter experiences, school days, weddings and graduations, family vacations, special holidays and events. Worksheets and prompts will be provided to help you jog those memories. No registration is needed.
For more information contact the Mesa Library at (480) 644-2707 or (480) 644-3860
A Note from History – January 28
1986 – the space shuttle Challenger lifts off from Cape Canaveral, Florida, and Christa McAuliffe is on her way to becoming the first ordinary U.S. civilian to travel into space. Seventy-three seconds after takeoff, the shuttle exploded. There were no survivors.
Source: http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history.do?action=VideoArticle&id=6790
LONGBOW GOLF CLUB TO HOST THE LONGBOW GOLF FEST ON JANUARY 30, 2010
Longbow Golf Club will host the sixth annual Longbow Golf Fest on Saturday, January 30, 2010, beginning at 9 a.m. This family-oriented community golf event features a variety of golf-related activities geared towards novice and expert golfers alike. And as an added bonus, the first 100 people in attendance will receive a complimentary ticket to the upcoming Waste Management Phoenix Open, February 22-28, 2010.
Among the offerings, golfers will be able to test (and purchase at preferred prices) the latest equipment from major golf equipment manufacturers such as Ping, Nike, Titleist, Cobra, TaylorMade, Adams and others. Longbow’s PGA professional staff will provide complimentary golf instructional throughout the day. Plus, a complimentary golf clinic geared towards junior golfers will be hosted by OB Sports Golf Academy’s instruction team, Jeff Fisher and Stacie Bryan. This particular clinic will provide a great way for parents and prospective students to learn more about the academy’s innovative instruction philosophy that can help them reach their potential within the game of golf.
“We are looking forward to hosting the sixth annual Longbow Golf Fest,” said Jay Larscheid, general manager for Longbow Golf Club. “The point of the event is to engage people in the game in a way, other than the traditional round of golf, that leads to an enhanced appreciation, participation and enjoyment of the game.”
A raffle featuring great prizes (and benefiting junior golf) will be held throughout the day. Last year’s event raised much needed funds for area junior golf programs. Food and beverage specials will be offered including $1 hot dogs and $1 drafts. The club will also sponsor a food drive benefiting St. Mary’s Food Bank. Attendees simply donate a non-perishable food item and receive 2-for-1 certificate for golf at Longbow Golf Club.
Longbow Business Park and Golf Club is a 330-acre, mixed-use commercial development that incorporates office, light industrial, retail and hotel uses surrounded by desert vegetation and a main street transportation design and features the award-winning Longbow Golf Club. Longbow Golf Club features a 7,003-yard Ken Kavanaugh-design that was recently ranked as one of the “Top 100 Resort Courses in The Country” by Golfweek magazine for 2009. Daedalus Real Estate Advisors, LLC is a Phoenix-based commercial real estate services company that provides investment, development and communications consulting to corporate real estate clients in Arizona and the Southwest. For more information about Longbow Golf Club visit www.longbowgolf.com, or call 480.807.5400.
Tenth Annual Art on the Move to Raise Money for Arts Education and Community Events at Mesa Arts Center
Mesa Arts Center is hosting the tenth annual Art on the Move gala on Saturday, January 30 at Mesa Arts Center. This unique event is the primary fundraising event for the foundation, and helps to raise money for educational programs and community events at Mesa Arts Center. With the funds raised through the gala, programs, including nationally renowned Stageworks, will continue to flourish and educate and inspire adults and children in the arts.
During the elegant, black tie affair, Art on the Move will journey through the arts and explore the unique experiences they provide for each of us. Honorary Chairs of the event are Mayor Scott Smith and his wife Kimberly Smith. Join them in supporting all the arts provide to the community. The gorgeous Ikeda Theater will serve as the breathtaking backdrop for a night filled with entertainment and surprises. Celebrate, explore, and support the arts.
Do not miss out on this one night event, filled with live entertainment, an elegant gourmet dinner, served on the stage of the Ikeda Theater, as well as a silent and live auction. Tickets are $200 per person, and seating is limited, so be sure to reserve your seats immediately. For more information, including sponsorship opportunities, call 480-644-6613 or visit www.mesaartscenter.com.
Spring Cleaning Forum in Gilbert
Spring is on its way, a time known for cleaning out closets and clutter. There is a different kind of clean-up Gilbert residents can also do to make their lives healthier and happier, with the help of Town experts who will offer their tips and ideas at a free 6 p.m. February 2 forum.
The forum will be televised and held at Town Hall, and is free and open to the public. It will feature ways to go green using free Town services. Make the most of our unique Town recycling services that allow you to recycle glass, aluminum and paper – as well as even hazardous wastes, or computers.
Did you know Gilbert offered a white trash pickup for appliances? Or that you could recycle your cooking grease to be used as fuel? The forum can answer all your questions about how to be an advocate for the environment, from the comfort of your home – all while saving money.
Residents can learn how to save big on their water bills, inside and out. Experts will answer questions on how the town’s upcoming General Plan features environmentally friendly incentives, and how an environmental task force is working to promote our green programs in Town.
When: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2
Where: Town Hall, 50 E. Civic Center Drive
Info: (480) 503-6766 or publicinformation@gilbertaz.gov
A Note from History – January 27
1888 – the National Geographic Society is founded in Washington, D.C.
Source: http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history.do?action=VideoArticle&id=52352
