Stuff to do in Yuma

THIS WEEKEND: Thursday, January 19, 10:00am — Learn where to begin and how to organize family history research at the Foothills Library, 13226 E. South Frontage Road. Librarian Laurie Boone will demonstrate how to access and utilize Ancestry.com (Library Edition) and Heritage Quest for free via the library’s website. A seasoned volunteer will be available to answer your questions. There is no charge to attend; however, space is limited. For more information, call (928) 342-1640.
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THIS WEEKEND: Thursday, January 12, 10:30am – Local author Erv Barnes will discuss how to get your work published at the Foothills Library, 13226 E. South Frontage Road. Barnes’ most recent book is Beyond the Blood Chit. Books will be available for purchase, and book signings will commence after the program. There is no charge to attend. For more information, call (928) 342-1640. Thursday, January 12, noon and 6:00pm — Join Yuma Investment Group for
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Yuma Parks & Recreation Update, Jan. 5   Events Happening at a Park   Creative Playground – upcoming closure Parkgoers and fans of the volunteer-built Stewart Vincent Wolfe Creative Playground at West Wetlands Park should take advantage of the facility for the next couple weeks. The park will close Jan. 9 (after the kids’ school break is over) so workers can replace the playground surface. Adhesive material used in the initial installation of the Pebble
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THIS WEEKEND: Thursday, January 5, 10:00am – Welcome Neighbors and Newcomers Club breakfast meeting at Ramada Inn, 300 E. 32nd Street. Cost is $10. RSVP to Peggy, 345-3020. Thursday, January 5, 6:00pm – Colorado River Tea Party meets at Community Christian Church, 6480 E. Hwy 95, third building behind church. Thursday, January 5, 4:00-6:00pm, weekly – “Spinning Yarns” will meet at the Main Library, 2951 S. 21st Drive. Meet fellow knitters and crocheters and share
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