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plenty of out door
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and classes on great advantage of in our
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enjoy what is offered
in Coolidge.

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Arizona Renaissance Festival 2018
Celtic Weekend at The Renaissance Festival
The Arizona Renaissance Come celebrate CELTIC urday St. Patty’s Day!
Festival is celebrating St. Weekend at the Arizona You might even spot a
Patricks Day with Celtic Renaissance Festival. Do leprechaun in the shire!
Weekend. you think you have Irish Continued on page 5
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13-stage theater, a 30-acre circus, an arts
Celtic Weekend at The Re- and crafts fair, a jousting tournament
naissance Festival and a feast -- all rolled into one non-stop,
day-long family adventure!
By San Tan Times You can always purchase your admission
Continued from page 1 tickets the day of the event onsite at the
Festival Box Office.

It is Celtic Weekend at The Annual Ari- $26.00 for adults
zona Renaissance Festival $16.00 for children 5-12
St. Patty’s Day PARTY! Come cele- (under 5 always free)
brate CELTIC Weekend at the Arizona $23.00 for seniors 60 and over
Renaissance Festival. Do you think you $23.00 for active and/or retired adult mil-
have Irish Spirit?! Show us on Saturday itary personnel and their spouses. Must
St. Patty’s Day! You might even spot a provide military ID. Spouses must also
leprechaun in the shire! present their dependent military ID.
Saturday- Show us your Irish Spirit! En- $13.00 for child dependents of active
ter the Wearin’ of the Green contest at and/or retired adult military personnel
2pm in the Royal Pavilion! and/or their spouses. Children must pro-
Entrants will be judged on Creativity, vide dependent military ID.
Personality & Costuming. Contest open Save a dollar and buy tickets at Fry’s or
to all ages. online!
Sunday - Visit the Faire and ALL it has
For more information visit:
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March 16 - 18, 2018

San Tan Valley Weekend Weather

Friday Saturday Sunday

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Low 50° Low 47° Low 473

Partly cloudy. High 73F. Sunny, along with a few Partly cloudy skies.
Winds S at 5 to 10 mph. afternoon clouds. High High 66F. Winds W at
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Hiking, Snakes, & Usery Mountain Regional Park
Wildflowers 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85207
For An Active San Tan Valley (480) 984-0032
Lifestyle Saturday - Visit our Nature Center and
see the longest species of snake found in
By San Tan Times Arizona! Ranger B will be there to share
Continued from page 1 some amazing facts about this fascinat-
ing creature! Visit anytime between
Wildflower Hike Noon-2pm.

Friday, March 16, 2018 Eat the Desert
08:00 AM - 09:30 AM
San Tan Mountain Regional Park Saturday, March 17, 2018
6533 W. Phillips Road 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Queen Creek, AZ 85242 Usery Mountain Regional Park
(480) 655-5554 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85207
Friday – Springtime in the desert is a (480) 984-0032
sight to see. Join us for a 2.2-mile casual Saturday - How have people survived off
hike led by the ranger where we’ll search the land for thousands of years? Which
for wildflowers and cactus blooms. Be desert plants are edible and when are
sure to bring your camera because we’ll they edible? Discover the answers to
stop for photos along the way. We’ll try these questions and more in this excit-
to identify what we find so feel free to ing quarter-mile stroll along the Desert
bring a guidebook if you have one. What Hawk Trail. Join our Park Ranger as
to bring: Closed-toe shoes, hat, sunscreen he shares some useful information about
and water. Meet at the main trailhead our edible desert plants. Please bring
map kiosk. water and closed-toe shoes. Location:
Meet at the Nature Center.
Meet Jake the Snake
Events continued on page 15
Saturday, March 17, 2018
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM

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March 14, 2018

Wednesday’s Sudoku Puzzle

Roots N’ Boots 2018 heart-thumping action for the die-hard
rodeo fan! Join us for free admission to:
Roots N’ Boots is back for 4 • Watch Roping, Barrel Racing and
Days of Rodeo Fun
Sorting Events
By Roots N’ Boots • Petting Zoo
Continued from page 1 • Compete for prizes at Kids N’ Krit-

Location: ters and Teen Extreme
• Horsemanship/Training Demon-
Horseshoe Park & Equistrian Center
20464 E. Riggs Rd., Queen Creek, AZ stration
85142 • Merchandise and Food Vendors
• Mounted Shooting Expo
Date & Time: And don’t miss out on the PRCA
Pro-Rodeo and Carnival! Tickets sell out
Friday March 16th 9:00 AM - 11:00PM fast and can be purchased from the link
Saturday March 17th 9:00AM - 11:00PM above.
Sunday March 18th 10:00AM - 6:00PM
$5 parking daily per vehicle
We invite you to attend Roots N’ Boots
Queen Creek 2018!

Roots N Boots Queen Creek is fun for all We look forward to seeing you there!
ages and family friendly with plenty of .STT

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Schnepf Farms years. He was a well respected politician
History that loved the community he grew up in.
Under his direction there was extensive
Schnepf FarmsGreatFunForthe planning. For years Queen Creek kept
WholeFamily its rural atmosphere and small town
feeling, all without a sales tax. Queen
By Schnepf Farms Creek became a planning model for oth-
er communities. As mayor, Mark also
Ray and Thora Schnepf moved to the chaired the League of Cities and Towns,
desert community of what was then, was presented with the American Home-
Rittenhouse. The Schnepf ’s joined oth- town Leadership award in Washington
er notable farmers to begin clearing the DC and in 1997 the Arizona Republic
brush to prepare it for row crops. The selected him as the Best Public Official.
farmers soon realized the sandy soil in The accolades and experience were won-
this area was perfect for crops such as derful, but Mark set politics aside and
cotton, wheat and vegetables. In the late started focusing more on his farm and
60’s, Ray Schnepf began growing Pota- his growing family.
toes used for potato chips. The Schnepf ’s In the 90’s The Schnepf ’s wanted to keep
continued to diversify in the 70’s plant- guests on the farm longer, so they start-
ing Queen Palms, Mexican fan palms ed diversifying. Land was sold as the
and pine trees in a large field. Before long farm downsized and agri-tourism began.
the Schnepf ’s were farming over 5000 In 1992 Country Thunder USA began
acres and shipping vegetables across the when 250 acres was set aside to produce
country. But his favorite crop was candy this concert. Country Thunder remained
corn. As visitors drove out to the small on the farm for the next 9 years. More
farming community they would often attractions were added including a pet-
stop and ask if they could pick a few ears ting zoo, carousel rides, landscaping, a
of corn and some peaches. It wasn’t long bakery and more. Visitors to the farm
until Ray realized that selling corn and began to stay a little longer on the farm
peaches for U-Pick was the way to go. so they could experience a petting barn,
And Schnepf Farms began to grow…. play yard, narrow gauge train and carou-
sel. The year 2000, the Schnepf ’s started
Fearing their small farming community relocating old buildings from neighbor-
would be swallowed up by nearby Gil- ing farms that were being developed. In
bert, Mark Schnepf and four friends 2004 the Schnepf ’s moved the original
began the process of incorporating. 1989 100 Year old homestead and created the
it was official, Rittenhouse became the Schnepf Family Museum which tells the
Town of Queen Creek and Mark Schnepf history of the family farm dating back
served as the Town’s first Mayor to all to the late 1800’s.
3500 people. He served as Mayor for 11 Continued on page 16

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Coolidge Metal Studio
Artisan Village
Whatever experience you have with basic
You Are Missing Out On A welding, patina work, metal fabrication,
Great Little Gem or metal sculpture, the Metal Studio can
take you to the next level.
By San Tan Times Workshops every Saturday morning
Continued from page 1 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Since 2015, what was once the home of
the North School, officially became the Glass Studio
Artisan Village of Coolidge.
Upon arriving, the facility’s building is Well-known glass artist and teacher,
initially unimpressive. But, once you re- Anne Wren Nye, joined the Artisan Vil-
alize what they have to offer, your opin- lage in 2015. Upon arriving in Arizona,
ion quickly changes. Anne formed the Artisan Village Glass
Guild to better serve the many talented
glass artists in the area.

This little spot of creativity has a lot to Anne, and other members of the Artisan
offer its guest no matter your age. From Village Glass Guild teach workshops &
kids on up to seniors you have plenty of classes in every aspect of Fused Glass,
options to keep you busy. Between the ge- Stained Glass and glass Jewelry.
ology museum, art gallery, and the half a Beginning Fusing Workshops are every
dozen or so workshops everyone will find Saturday morning
something to fuel their creative urges. 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Geology and Mineral Museum Fiber Arts Studio

Boasts an growing collection of exhibits A quilting and sewing studio, including
both on-loan and permanent display that a bead wrapping class. Gain a better un-
tell the story of the earth and its riches derstanding of types of threads and their
especially for Arizona. Numerous people uses. Available for any skill level.
have provided their personal collections to Next class is Saturday, March 17
the Museum so people and especially our Learn beginning crochet and knit stitches.
youth can view the gifts of the earth and 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
show them not only the beauty of the nat- Cost: $15.00 Class fee + $5.00 material fee
ural world but also excite them to pursue a
career in the earth sciences. The permanent Mixed Media Studio
collection is geared to provide a significant
learning experience. From mosaics to painting and draw-
ing. Classes, length of classes, and costs
Art Gallery vary depending upon the medium being
taught. A Mosaic class is usually three
It’s small, but creative with dozens of hours long and depending upon the proj-
pieces from various artists. Some are lo- ect, a cost of $40, which includes materi-
cal, some are not. It’s worth checking out als, is typical.
as there are usually several interesting Continue on page 13
pieces that will catch your interest.
Open Fridays & Saturdays
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Luke Days St. Patricks Day at
The Tasting Room
TheFutureof Airpower
Join The Windmill Winery for St.
By Luke AFB Patrick’s Day

Location:

Luke AFB
14185 W. Falcon St, Glendale, AZ 85309

Date & Time:

Saturday March 17 9:00AM
Sunday March 18 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Mark your calendars - Luke Days 2018:
The Future of Airpower featuring the
U.S. Navy Blue Angels is set for March
17-18, 2018!

Gates will open at 9am and opening Location:
ceremonies begin at 10:15am both days!
You can expect the Blue Angels to end The Windmill Winery
the flying day around 3:30pm both 1140 W. Butte Ave
days. Florence, AZ 85132
For a full list of performers be sure to
head to http://www.luke.af.mil/2018- Date & Time:
Luke-Days/
Save the date now, you won’t want to Saturday March 17 1:00PM - 9:00PM
miss being a part of this fun weekend in The Windmill Winery’s blend of rural
the West Valley! authenticity and rustic elegance makes it
one of the most unique venues in Arizona.
The vast property boasts two lakes, lush
greenery, two special event venues; a soar-
ing 100-year-old barn, Hampton’s-style
Lake House with a pier and a Wine Tast-
ing Room within a 1920’s dairy barn.

Join us for made-to-order meals starting
at 1pm by Chef on the Go featuring a
special St Patrick’s Day menu! There will
also be live music from 4pm - 7pm by
David & Nan.
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Coolidge
Artisan Village

Continued from page 11

Drawing Class
Wednesday, March 21
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Cost: $30.00 Class fee includes supplies

Drawing Class
Wednesday, March 21
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Cost: $30.00 class fee includes supplies

Painting Class
Saturday, March 24
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Cost: $40.00 class fee includes supplies

Lapidary Studio

A Lapidary (or lapidarist) is an artisan
who forms stone, mineral, or gemstones
into decorative items such as engraved
gems, including cameos, or cabochons,
and faceted designs, or who is an expert
in precious stones; and can be a collector
of or dealer in gems.

Open Studio every Saturday morning
No experience necessary, Walk ins wel-
come, prices are based on project.
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Location Max One, Cellgevity, Max ATP, MaxN-Fuse,
Weight Management, & Skin Care
351 N. Arizona Boulevard
Coolidge, AZ 85128 Serving San Tan Valley
Phone: +1 520-723-3009 and nearby areas.
Fax: 520-723-9410 Call Angie Fredrick
[email protected]
www.artisanvillageofcoolidge.org (480) 744-2094

Additional classes and schedules:

artisanvillageofcoolidge.org/workshops-classes/
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Hiking, Snakes, & will learn how to find your way, signal
Wildflowers for help, build an emergency shelter, and
avoid desert dangers. This program in-
Continued from page 6 volves a short hike and is designed for
kids ages 7-12. Kids must be accompa-
Trailwork Volunteer Day nied by an adult. Please bring water,
hats, and closed-toe shoes. Location:
Saturday, March 17, 2018 Group Picnic C.
08:00 AM - 11:00 AM
San Tan Mountain Regional Park New to Arizona
6533 W. Phillips Road
Queen Creek, AZ 85242 Sunday, March 18, 2018
(480) 655-5554 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Saturday - Trail volunteers provide a Usery Mountain Regional Park
much-needed source of labor to assist 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd.
Park Staff with trail repair and en- Mesa, AZ 85207
hancements. This, in turn, helps provide (480) 984-0032
for visitor safety and natural/cultural Sunday - Are you new to Arizona? Are
resource protection. We are looking for you curious about cactus and scared of
a few good volunteers to lend a hand! snakes? If so, join us for an introductory
Potential projects include pruning, ero- experience to the Sonoran Desert. After
sion control, post installation and trail a question-and-answer session, we will
improvements. By the end of the day, take an enjoyable quarter-mile walk on
each volunteer will know the basics of our scenic Desert Hawk Trail. Please
trail maintenance and have an insid- bring water and closed-toe shoes. Loca-
er’s view of the park. Meet outside the tion: Nature Center.
Visitor Center. Please consider wearing
long sleeves to protect from the sun and Guided Fitness Hike
branches. Bring water, gloves, hat, sun-
screen and any tools you might have (we Monday, March 19, 2018
will provide tools for you to use if you 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM
don’t have any). Suitable for ages 12 and San Tan Mountain Regional Park
up. Please RSVP by contacting Ranger 6533 W. Phillips Road
Nikki at: [email protected]. Queen Creek, AZ 85242
gov. (480) 655-5554
Monday – Join our volunteer, Sandy, on
Kid vs Wild a guided 6-mile adventure through our
park. You’ll enjoy views of Creosote
Saturday, March 17, 2018 Flats, stands of Saguaros and, if con-
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM ditions are right, a wildflower or two!
Usery Mountain Regional Park This hike will be held at a moderate pace
3939 N. Usery Pass Rd. and the terrain is rated moderate/diffi-
Mesa, AZ 85207 cult. What to bring: Closed-toe shoes,
(480) 984-0032 water, hat, sunscreen. Hydration packs
Saturday - Kids, what would you do if and trekking poles are recommended to
you got lost in the desert? This fun pro- make your journey easier. Meet at the
gram will teach you what to do! You Main Trailhead map kiosk.
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Schnepf Farms
History

Continued from page 10

Today, the original Roadside Stand is Today Schnepf Farms is enjoyed by over
now the Country Store and Bakery. The a quarter of a million people throughout
original family home became a wedding the year. Visitors come to the farm for
and reception center called “the Farm- festivals, events, weddings, educational
house”. All these improvements contin- tours, pick your own vegetables, to pick
ued while the Schnepfs still maintained peaches, shop, foodie events or just to
a strong agricultural foundation. As enjoy the beautiful feeling of walking on
Schnepf Farms continued to diversify, a true family farm. The farms matriarch,
Mark always had a major focus on grow- Thora Schnepf, would often walk up to
ing peaches, today the farm is considered guests and introduce herself and start
the largest organic Peach grower in the telling visitors stories of the early years.
state.
In October 2006 Schnepf Farms was Mission Statement : To provide quality
designated as an “Arizona Treasure” by family entertainment. To educate and
then Governor Janet Napolitano and the inform. To preserve and create. All
Arizona Office of Tourism. It was quite with a focus on Arizona Agriculture in
the honor when Governor Napolitano and an effort to leave a lasting legacy of the
her staff made the trip out to present the generational family farm.
award. .STT

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Wildlife Of San Tan Valley

Rod Small’s Visual Journey

By, Rod Small

Not all of the wildlife Rod comes across are For more information visit
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