NearbyNews.com Blog

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

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 [...]

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 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 [...]

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, [...]

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 [...]

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

A free workshop is offered on how to write your own memoirs at the Red Mountain Library, 635 N. Power Rd. in Mesa on Wednesday, January 27. The class will take place between 1- 3 p.m. Featured author Fran Carlisi-Paxton will walk you through special events and occasions in your life to help you organize [...]

1788 – Captain Arthur Phillip guides a fleet of 11 British ships carrying convicts to the colony of New South Wales, effectively founding Australia. Source: http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history.do?action=VideoArticle&id=52351

The Mesa Chamber of Commerce will be holding the “Mesa Business Academy” Tuesday, January 26 thru Thursday, January 28 at 5:30 p.m. at the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber is located in downtown Mesa at 120 North Center. The first of these three class sessions will be held January 26th, 27th, and 28th and [...]