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“Zen” by Arizona resident Giai Tat is one of the embelished masks on display as part of the “From Darkness to Light” exhibit now on display at Arts HQ in the Surprise Civic Center. Tat wrote that it has been an honor to be asked to embellish this radiation mask for Cancer Support Community Arizona. Art therapy is for everyone, and it does not matter what your age is, whether you are a man or woman, or what your race or situation is, art makes everything better.
Masks continue journey to Arts HQ in Surprise
Cancer Support Community Arizona, a Phoenix-based nonprofit that delivers free support services, programming, and resources to cancer patients and their families, is kicking off National Cancer … more
Litchfield Park’s 2021 Fourth of July Splash Bash will feature a day of swimming and family friendly activities at the recreation center pool as in years past.
Litchfield Park to celebrate Independence Day with Splash Bash, Wigwam fireworks show
A year after canceling its annual Fourth of July Splash Bash and fireworks show at the Wigwam resort due to the COVID-19, the city of Litchfield Park is bringing both events back this Independence Day. more
Meals of Joy's Duck Derby will be virtual this year; organizers are hoping to top the $11,000 raised during 2020's virtual event.
Meals of Joy Duck Derby fundraiser returns July 4; someone will win $1,000
Meals of Joy, a nonprofit meal delivery service for seniors, will hold its fourth annual Duck Derby rubber duck race Sunday, July 4. more
“Untitled,’ by Kat Russum is part of the “From Darkness to Light” exhibit opening June 11 at Arts HQ in Surprise. Ms. Russum said she lost her grandmother and aunt to cancer. She received this mask, a full bust from an anonymous donor. She wrote that the mask immediately reminded her of a cocoon, and that the holes in the mask are where radiation markers were. They’re meant to portray the opening of a chrysalis and windows into which light — literally and metaphorically — pours in.
Exhibit in Surprise brings cancer stories to light
Arts HQ in Surprise will play host to “From Darkness Into Light,” an exhibit designed to inspire and empower those going through a cancer journey, through a partnership between the West … more
Panels on the Arndt family's home in Litchfield Park are lit up with patriotic displays honoring America's fallen.
Litchfield Park family invites community to view Memorial Day light display
The Arndt family of Litchfield Park invites the community to drive by over the Memorial Day weekend to view a light show honoring America’s fallen. more
St. Joseph's Youth Camp provides numerous outdoor activities for particpants.
Camp seeks Valley teens to serve as summer youth camp counselors
After a year-long closure due to COVID-19 for many Arizona overnight summer camps, the 2021 summer camp season is a light of fun at the end of a tunnel. more
West Valley Arts President and CEO Sandra Bassett was hired for this role in 2019.
West Valley Arts Council helps to unify community
Just over year ago, the West Valley Arts Council was missing something. more
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Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Luke AFB libraries prepping for summer reading program
The Goodyear, Litchfield Park and Luke Air Force Base libraries are registering participants for the Tails and Tales summer reading program. more
The Arizona Balloon Classic returns Friday, April 29, to Goodyear Ballpark for three days of outdoor fun.
Arizona Balloon Classic opens April 29 at Goodyear Ballpark
Colorful hot air balloons and kites as large as semitrailers will fill the sky over Goodyear when the Arizona Events Group’s 10th annual Arizona Balloon Classic takes flight Friday, April 30 to Sunday, May 2. more
Guitar League members jam during a monthly session pre-COVID-19.
Guitar League to bring back live monthly meetings
The Phoenix chapter of the Guitar League will relaunch monthly live meetings beginning Tuesday, May 11. more
"Knight Gastritis" is one of the paintings on display as part of Imprint: Viva La Cultura which is from April 30 through June 4 at Arts HQ in Surprise.
Latest Imprint exhibit explores impact of Latino, Xicanx culture
West Valley Arts Imprint: Viva La Cultura, an eight-month celebration of the impact of Latino and Xicanx culture on American culture highlighted through shared stories and artistic expression, will kick off Saturday, May 1, with a half-day festival at The Arts HQ Gallery, 16126 N. Civic Center Plaza in Surprise. more
Poetry Illuminated opens Saturday in Goodyear
In honor of National Poetry Month, the city of Goodyear will showcase the words of eight local poets in Poetry Illuminated, a temporary installation curated by inaugural city of Phoenix poet laureate Rosemarie Dombrowski. more
Litchfield Park fundraiser combines history, cycling, outdoor fun
The Litchfield Park Historical Society will host Ride & Seek, a self-paced scavenger hunt through the bike-friendly streets of Litchfield Park on Saturday, April 24. more
An egret hunts for a meal at the Tres Rios Base & Meridian Wildlife Area in Avondale. The wetlands at the confluence of the Salt and Gila rivers is a riparian habitat that draws numerous visitors, many of whom leave their trash behind. For more information on the site, visit azgfd.com and click on Wildlife
Southwest Valley cities plan Earth Day-related events throughout April
With Earth Day coming up April 22, the Southwest Valley cities of Avondale, Goodyear and Litchfield Park are celebrating the planet in a variety of ways. Here’s what’s in the … more
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Litchfield Park Branch Library will host two performances of "Book of Dragons: Drama Drive-in" on Saturday, April 10
Litchfield Park Branch Library to host free ‘Drama Drive-in’ performances
The Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., will host two free live outdoor Childsplay Theatre performances of “The Book of Dragons: Drama Drive-in” on Saturday, April 10. more
Illuminated hot air balloons glowing in time to music will be among the Arizona Balloon Classic’s highlights.
Prepare to rise: Arizona Balloon Classic is a go in Goodyear
Colorful hot air balloons and kites as large as semitrailers will fill the sky over Goodyear when the Arizona Events Group’s 10th annual Arizona Balloon Classic takes flight Friday, April 30 to Sunday, May 2. more
Wreaths Across America Radio to host veteran healing roundtable
Wreaths Across America Radio will hold the first in a series of four roundtable discussions focused on veteran healing through sharing stories of resilience, purpose and success at 7 p.m. Eastern time Thursday, March 25. more
After World War II, workers at the Goodyear Aircraft Co. manufacturing plant, previously Naval Air Facility Litchfield Park, built the company’s iconic blimps. The site is now home to Phoenix Goodyear Airport.
Free lecture to highlight Goodyear’s first 75 years
The Litchfield Park Historical Society, in partnership with Three Rivers Historical Society and the Church at Litchfield Park, will present a free in-person/Zoom lecture on Goodyear’s first 75 years at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 23. more
Bluesman Mike, whose band is a fixture at the Litchfield Park Art & Wine Festival and other Southwest Valley events, will perform April 16 at Westside Blues & Jazz Club as part of West Valley Arts' six-week Imprint: The Cultural Sounds of America concert series.
West Valley Arts, Westside club partner on live performance series
West Valley Arts is collaborating with the Phoenix Chapter of the American Federation of Musicians, the Musicians Relief Fund, to bring together six bands representing a diverse range of musical styles for a six-week live-streaming Friday night concert series at Westside Blues & Jazz Club in Glendale. more
Instacart to sponsor NASCAR Cup Series Race at Phoenix Raceway
Instacart will serve as the title sponsor for Phoenix Raceway’s NASCAR Cup Series race at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, March 14. more
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