Well maybe in today’s world, “Calling all Men” is considered an outdated expression, so feel free to substitute another neutral alternative title like “Calling All People with Good Upper Body Strength.” Levity aside, Greater Vail Community Resources is blessed to have many great volunteers, mostly women, and mostly at retirement age, and we’d...
April 24th was Vail’s 143 Birthday; it was also a special celebration. With an Arizona State Parks Historic Preservation grant awarded to Vail Preservation Society the long awaited rehabilitation of the Old Vail Post Office is finally underway! We appreciate those who gave cash (42k) and in-kind (60k) donations that made it possible for VPS to...
The Tucson Juneteenth Festival IS BACK OUTSIDE!!!. It has been a long time (due to COVID restrictions) since we have been able to celebrate this historic event, as we should, outside. This year’s Festival is at Kennedy Park Fiesta Area, 3357 S. La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, 85713. 10 am to 9 pm, on Sunday June 18, a Gospel Jubilee and Father’s Day...
Have you ever found yourself stuck in a rut, unsure of your path in life? Perhaps you have grand dreams and aspirations that you’ve been putting off for years. If this sounds like you, then Barbara Sher’s Wishcraft might just be the answer you’ve been searching for. Wishcraft presents a refreshingly practical approach to...
I am an Extra Class License holder and been licensed as an amateur radio operator since 1979. I have been DX overseas in Guam, Diego Garcia and Saudi Arabia. I love building antennas and other things related to amateur radio. I have an extensive background in electronics from high school, then 13 years in the US Navy as an Electronics Technician...
Date Line: December 1961: Is it a Bird ?, A Plane ?, Superman ? NO !!!! It was an Amateur Radio Satellite. Amateur radio satellites are designed, built and used by Ham radio operators. The first of these satellites was built by a group of California based ham radio operators for only $63 as a Proof of Concept unit launched from Vandenburg AFB as a...
Each year Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona listens to Girl Scouts to see what rewards are relevant and engaging to match their hard work during cookie season. We wanted to provide an experience that was both innovative and empowering, which resulted in Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona’s inaugural ‘Board Meeting’ on Sa turday, April...
Beauty Tip Use lemon juice to help fade age spots. Cut the lemon in half and squeeze out juice. Dab on age spots with a Q-Tip. Leave on 3 to 4 minutes before rinsing. Use this remedy before bed, not in the morning (citrus contains a compound that can cause darkening when exposed to sunlight). Health Tip Do you have a vitamin D deficiency...
It’s summertime and many of us in the Vail area will soon be taking our summer vacations. Whether you’re heading to the beach, the mountains, or somewhere in between, it’s important that you don’t bring home any unwanted souvenirs in your luggage – bed bugs! A Common Misconception A bed bug infestation can happen at any time, anywhere. Many people...
Horses are graceful beings who can take our breath away with their beauty. But have you ever been shown your own reflection in a wordless conversation with a horse? They can change our lives with their compassionate wisdom once we take off our masks and show up in mind, body and heart. Here’s how it can unfold: Intimidated by her boss...
