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There’s More In May

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Hi folks,

Hope you had the opportunity to enjoy Yarnell Daze this past weekend.

I’m working on the June schedule for entertainment at the Yarnell Family Diner, so for now we’ll talk about the rest of May….

To begin with, this Friday night, May 19th is the Third Friday Birthday night at the Family Diner! 5pm – 8pm, I’ll be playing. The party usually begins around 6pm. Remember that birthday babies get a free dessert. We can dance and play Trivia, provided by one of the May babies – Leah Tidey.

  • Cynthia Reece – May 4th
  • Kate McCullough – May 7th
  • Jane Steinfelt – May 7
  • Anne Jones – May 8th
  • Phil Lobeck – May 9
  • Terri Palmberg – May 9
  • Marina Rauh – May 11th
  • Pam Golden – May 11th
  • Joel Simons – May 12th
  • Carol Ryan – May 15th
  • Errol Eastwood – May 15th
  • Rose Welsh – May 18th
  • Leah Tidey – May 19th
  • Jerry Florman – May 20th
  • Sandy Smith – May 20th
  • Marvin Shaw – May 24th
  • Stacy Pizzirusso – May 24th

Friday night, May 26th at the Diner, Manzanita Road’s Tim and Terry will bring you their talent – they’re excellent if you’ve never had the chance to hear them. 5pm – 8pm.

Don’t forget the Yarnell Memorial Run, Saturday, June 3rd. Opening ceremony at 6:50am, lots of raffles including a 50/50. Even if you’re not a runner, come join the gathering and cheer them on!

Did you know that Yarnell has a bed and breakfast? Share this with your friends: Mountain Breeze Az.

A NOTE FROM CLUB YARNELL at the Yarnell Community Center:
Our Chronic Pain Series begins May 18 at 1:30 ( please register for this series).

We have a Cancer Awareness Seminar: Living with Cancer Session on Fri. May 26 at 1:30. A Cancer Oncologist Nurse, Dawn Bassett, is coming up to guide us through some of the mysteries of Cancer and treatments. Come with questions! Contact jerryflorman@gmail.com for information regarding Club Yarnell Events.

Okay, I will be in touch soon with June info! Until then be well and enjoy your week.

Denise

 

Happy May, Friends

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For your calendars – lots of good stuff here:

1. This Friday, May 5th: Strings Attached, Walt Eckes, will entertain you at the Yarnell Family Diner. 5pm – 8pm.

2. Also, this Friday, May 5th, I will be at the Prescott Valley Elks Lodge 330 from 5:30 – 8:30. They also serve dinner.

3. Saturday, May 6th at 2pm! Ice Cream Social at the Yarnell Fire Station. This is for Community Wildfire Preparation Day, and there is some really good information for you. It won’t take much time out of your Saturday and will be way worth it. If nothing else, you’ll get Ice Cream with all the fixin’s provided by the Yarnell Fire Auxiliary – $2 suggested donation.

4. Friday, May 12th – In preparation for Yarnell Daze, there will be no music at the Diner, but there will be….

5. May 13th – MUSIC EVERYWHERE ALL DAY! Yarnell Daze Mountaintop Festival. There will be music at the diner, music at the vendor’s stage on 89 & Happy Way, music at the beer garden…parade, fun and food.

6. Friday, May 19th – THIRD FRIDAY BIRTHDAY NIGHT AT THE DINER! 5 – 8pm, Trivia, birthday baby dessert for free, dancing and celebration. Happy Birthday to all these fine people!

  • Cynthia Reece – May 4th
  • Kate McCullough – May 7th
  • Jane Steinfelt – May 7
  • Anne Jones – May 8th
  • Phil Lobeck – May 9
  • Marina Rauh – May 11th
  • Pam Golden – May 11th
  • Joel Simons – May 12th
  • Errol Eastwood – May 15th
  • Rose Welsh – May 18th
  • Leah Tidey – May 19th
  • Jerry Florman – May 20th
  • Sandy Smith – May 20th
  • Marvin Shaw – May 24th
  • Stacy Pizzirusso – May 24th

7. Friday, May 26th – Memorial Day Weekend Begins with Manzanita Road at the Yarnell Family Diner.

JUNE ALERT:

Saturday, June 3rd is the 4th Annual Yarnell Memorial Run – Remembering the Hotshots and Raising Funds for the Yarnell Fire District, Eric Marsh Foundation and William H. Warneke Foundation. 5k, 10k, 19k and Fun Run/Walk. Contact me at the Fire District to volunteer, sponsor or participate in the event. We NEED YOU. 928-427-6578

Thanks and see you soon,

Denise

 

May Birthdays @ The Diner

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Friday May 19 – Come on in and join the fun. May birthday folk get a free dessert!

Happy birthday to these fine people:

  • Cynthia Reece – May 4th
  • Kate McCullough – May 7th
  • Jane Steinfelt – May 7
  • Anne Jones – May 8th
  • Phil Lobeck – May 9
  • Terri Palmberg – May 9
  • Marina Rauh – May 11th
  • Pam Golden – May 11th
  • Joel Simons – May 12th
  • Carol Ryan – May 15th
  • Errol Eastwood – May 15th
  • Rose Welsh – May 18th
  • Leah Tidey – May 19th
  • Jerry Florman – May 20th
  • Sandy Smith – May 20th
  • Marvin Shaw – May 24th
  • Stacy Pizzirusso – May 24th

 

Fun Times Ahead

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Hey, Friends:

I LOVE this time of year, good weather, light out early, dark comes later, and the humming birds and doves are all over my yard. Hope you’re doing well.

SO – to recap upcoming events, and to share an item I missed last week, here’s the lowdown. Make sure you mark your calendars for the May and June alerts too.

1. Friday, April 14th – Our Strings Attached maestro, Walt Eckes, will bring your Friday Night tunes at the Yarnell Family Diner, 5pm – 8pm

2. Friday, April 14th – I’ll be playing at Elk’s Lodge 2160 Wickenburg from 6pm – 9pm. You’re always welcome!

3. Friday, April 21st – THIRD FRIDAY, Birthday Night! I’ve missed you all, so now I get to bring the music. Birthday Babies eat free dessert and we play Trivia just for fun. Happy Birthday to:

  • April 1st – Cherie Kinder
  • April 2nd – Mike Manone
  • April 8th – April Eastwood
  • April 12th – Frances Lechner
  • April 21st – Kurt Florman
  • April 22nd – Jack Rauh
  • April 27th – Rebecca Wilks

4. Sun, April 16 – Happy Easter!! 6am SHARP is a glorious Easter morning early service at the Old School House on Hwy 89 in Peeples Valley. Early sunrise service as the sun breaks over the mountains. Then head over to the Presby Church for a FREE, yes, FREE breakfast of casseroles and pancakes, coffee, OJ at 7am.

5. Saturday, April 22nd – Trivia Night for Petey’s Playground! Where: Yarnell Fire Station. Time: Doors Open at 5pm, Game Starts at 6pm – Bring a Fist Full of Dollar Bills, Gather a Team or come alone – $20 per person, tickets available at the Muleshoe in Advance. Call Kim Lytle 928-713-1375, Light Dinner will be served. I hear there’s a Disco Team that’s donning their 70’s garb. That may be a must see….hmmm. Too bad I’m booked for a 25th wedding anniversary that night, sounds like a blast!

6. Friday, April 28th – Manzanita Road’s talented duo, Tim & Terry, will perform at the Yarnell Family Diner from 5pm – 8pm

7. Saturday, April 29th – Playing at the Bomar’s Pig Roast Luau!

Additional April items:

Community Presbyterian Church Annual Rummage Sale – Friday April 28 and Saturday April 29 – 8AM to noon.
We will have furniture, adult and children clothes, kitchen supplies, and household items. All items are sold by donation only. Come and find some fun treasures and enjoy a slice of home baked pie with coffee after you browse and buy! If you don’t find a treasure just come in and say hi. All of our proceeds stay in Yarnell to support our local Meals on Wheels and our Food Bank.

MAY ALERT:

Saturday, May 6th at 2pm – Come to the Yarnell Fire Station for an Ice Cream Social hosted by the Yarnell Fire Auxiliary. You do NOT want to miss this. That day is heralded as Wildfire Preparation Day. Bruce Olson, who is overseeing the 2017 Fuels Mitigation Program, wants to share some important information with the entire community. Donations for the Auxiliary will be accepted. This is an excellent way to find out what is happening from a Wildland Firefighter perspective, and what you can do to stay Firewise. See you there.

Yarnell Daze 2017! May 13th, all day, parade at 10am, everywhere in town. Check out the Beer Garden, the Vendor’s Field Entertainment Stage, the Car Show and the ART Show- you will be impressed!

JUNE ALERT:

Saturday, June 3rd is the 4th Annual Yarnell Memorial Run – Remembering the Hotshots and Raising Funds for the Yarnell Fire District, Eric Marsh Foundation and William H. Warneke Foundation. 5k, 10k, 19k and Fun Run/Walk. Contact me at the Fire District to volunteer, sponsor or participate in the event. We NEED YOU. 928-427-6578

Thanks and see you soon,

Denise

 

Music Notes!

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Happy April, Friends:

We have a HOST of info in this edition of the email newsletter. Here’s the scoop for Music Venues so far:

1. Friday, April 7 – You are in for a TREAT! Doug Yuska, a very talented guitarist/singer will be performing at the Yarnell Family Diner from 5pm – 8pm. Doug resides part time in Glen Ilah; he played on the Yarnell Daze Stage for me a couple years ago, and you will love it.

2. Friday, April 7 – I’ll be in Prescott Valley, Elks Lodge 330 from 5:30 – 8:30pm; if you’re up North stop in for Dinner.

3. Friday, April 14th – Our Strings Attached maestro, Walt Eckes, will bring your Friday Night tunes at the Yarnell Family Diner, 5pm – 8pm

4. Friday, April 14th – I’ll be playing at Elk’s Lodge 2160 Wickenburg from 6pm – 9pm. You’re always welcome!

5. Friday, April 21st – THIRD FRIDAY, Birthday Night! I’ve missed you all, so now I get to bring the music. Birthday Babies eat free dessert and we play Trivia just for fun. Happy Birthday to:

  • April 1st – Cherie Kinder
  • April 2nd – Mike Manone
  • April 12th – Frances Lechner
  • April 21st – Kurt Florman
  • April 22nd – Jack Rauh
  • April 27th – Rebecca Wilks

5. Friday, April 28th – Manzanita Road’s talented duo, Tim & Terry, will perform at the Yarnell Family Diner from 5pm – 8pm

6. Saturday, April 29th – I’ve been ask to play at the Bomar’s multi-national Luau! That will be exciting. It’s in Peeples Valley at their home. It requires an RSVP. Festivities begin at 5pm with a warm up, and 6pm feasting. Many in the community attend this annual gathering. Email lbomar67@yahoo.com for information.

Isn’t the mix of music at the Diner making it FUN? I love it – mixing it up is good for business all around.

Additional April items:

The Yarnell Community Presbyterian Church Movie for April is God’s Country (The movie shows that with faith and love it is never too late to learn where real riches can be found); Tuesday April 11 at 6:30 pm in the Yarnell Community Church Fellowship Hall at 16455 Table Top Way in Yarnell. Feel free to bring your own comfortable chair and blankie!. As always, movie, popcorn and drinks will be provided at no cost. We invite everyone to join us at the movies. For more info call Jim Kellmann: 928-308-9884 or Church 928-427-3421.

Community Presbyterian Church Annual Rummage Sale – Friday April 28 and Saturday April 29 – 8AM to noon.
We will have furniture, adult and children clothes, kitchen supplies, and household items. All items are sold by donation only. Come and find some fun treasures and enjoy a slice of home baked pie with coffee after you browse and buy! If you don’t find a treasure just come in and say hi. All of our proceeds stay in Yarnell to support our local Meals on Wheels and our Food Bank.

MAY ALERT:

Saturday, May 6th at 2pm – Come to the Yarnell Fire Station for an Ice Cream Social hosted by the Yarnell Fire Auxiliary. You do NOT want to miss this. That day is heralded as Wildfire Preparation Day. Bruce Olson, who is overseeing the 2017 Fuels Mitigation Program, wants to share some important information with the entire community. Donations for the Auxiliary will be accepted. This is an excellent way to find out what is happening from a Wildland Firefighter perspective, and what you can do to stay Firewise. See you there.

Yarnell Daze 2017! May 13th, all day, parade at 10am, everywhere in town. Check out the Beer Garden, the Vendor’s Field Entertainment Stage, the Car Show and the ART Show- you will be impressed!

JUNE ALERT:

Saturday, June 3rd is the 4th Annual Yarnell Memorial Run – Remembering the Hotshots and Raising Funds for the Yarnell Fire District, Eric Marsh Foundation and William H. Warneke Foundation. 5k, 10k, 19k and Fun Run/Walk. Contact me at the Fire District to volunteer, sponsor or participate in the event. We NEED YOU. 928-427-6578

Thanks and see you soon,

Denise

 

It’s A Packed March

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Hello, Friends and Neighbors:

We know Spring has sprung in Yarnell when the turkey buzzards return – and they have! I just returned from a wonderful trip, both business and pleasure. I was in the Washington, D.C. area, and here are two reasons I love going there. Meet granddaughters Leah (3 years) and Adelyn (15 months). They’re the best!

Leah

I returned home just in time – they’re now experiencing a viciously cold Noreaster!

Here’s the whole scoop of music, and nothing but the scoop:

Friday, March 17th – Happy Birthday Night and St. Patrick’s Day at the Yarnell Family Diner with Manzanita Road, 5pm – 8pm
Here are the March Birthday Babies, who get a free dessert and lots of fun:

Shirley Daniel – Mar. 1
Christa Iceforest – Mar. 2
Nancy Kays Tschikof – Mar. 5
Sandi Tasche Duncan – Mar. 8
Nan Lechner – Mar. 16
Michelle Jacobson – Mar. 16
Chris Veller – Mar. 17
Kenny Wayne – Mar. 23
Bill Chaplin – Mar. 24
Bob Brandon – Mar. 30

Addy

Friday, March 17th – <a href=”http://deniseroggio.com/prescott-valley-elks-lodge-330/”>Elks Lodge 330</a>, Prescott Valley – I’ll be playing for their Friday Night Dinner from 5:30 to 8:30. If you’re up that way, we’d love to have you be our guest. This is a great venue with a huge dance floor.

Saturday, March 18th – <a href=”http://deniseroggio.com/arrowhead-congress-prime-rib/”>Arrowhead Bar and Grill</a> in Congress has asked me to return! Last time was so much fun, I’ll be playing from 6pm – 8pm for the Prime Rib Dinner

Thursday, March 23rd – I’m honored to play at the <a href=”http://deniseroggio.com/miracle-of-motherhood-fundraiser/”>Miracle of Motherhood

Fundraiser</a> for Maggie’s Place in Scottsdale, 6pm – The venue is beautiful and the tickets are $75 per person. Details here…

Friday, March 24th – Strings Attached, our very own Walt Eckes performs at the Yarnell Family Diner from 5pm – 8pm

Saturday, March 25th – Spring Dinner Dance, Model Creek School for the Peeples Valley Fire Department Auxiliary, starts at 5pm. Tickets $15 ea. – limit 100 tickets. None sold at the door. I have the privilege of playing for the Event! Contact Marcie Theokas for Tickets: mtheokas@gmail.com

Friday, March 31st – Manzanita Road rocks the Diner on 5th Fridays! 5pm – 8pm

I hope you have a wonderful week,

Denise