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October 24, 2009 is the date to mark on your calender if you are anywhere near the Boyce Thompson Arboretum and you love butterflies. Scottsdale resident and tour guide Adriane Grimaldi will lead a butterfly walking tour teaching about the whimsical insects Oct. 24 at 9:30 a.m. Then there will be an afternoon slideshow and [...]
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Despite recent population growth and cultural change in Arizona, some rural Arizona South-westerners still choose to make memorials for their dead by hand. Though rarely if ever intended as “art,” the results are often a distinctive if unrecognized folk art which reflects both individual spiritual beliefs and widespread social values in the region. Together, the [...]
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Spring is a time of year for wonderful wildflowers in Arizona. Boyce Thompson Arboretum is reporting the wildflowers are starting already this year, thanks to the rains we have had. Boyce Thompson has more flowers than some of the other state parks in the area. The abundance, or not, of spring flowers is very dependent [...]
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Whether you are a runner or not, the annual Lost Dutchman Marathon is an exciting event for the Gold Canyon and Apache Junction Arizona area. This year the event falls on Sunday, February 15th, 2009 (President’s Day weekend). It is the eighth annual event. The Saturday before the race includes an all day Expo event, [...]
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Arizona has 27 extraordinary State Parks to enjoy. These parks offer a wealth of hiking opportunities, places for family fun and exploring and lots of Arizona history. An annual pass offers an inexpensive way for families to enjoy them throughout the year. Want to read more about what is offered at the Arizona state parks and [...]
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