Quartzsite Chili Cookoff planned for March 3rd, 2012

Quartzsite Chili Cook-off

is planned for Saturday, March 3rd, 2012.

The event will take place at the football field at Town Park.

Tasting begins at noon - only $5/person.

Proceeds benefit the Arizona Centennial of Quartzsite!

(This is NOT a CASI sanctioned event).

This Chili Cook-Off is for FUN and great prizes, too!

All contestants must PROMISE TO HAVE FUN!

The day will include music by Sky Hawk, great raffles,

a Beer Garden hosted by Quartzsite Rotary,

and the famous Live Rock Auction by Proud Neighbors of Quartzsite (1pm).

Entry Forms and Participant Waiver Forms must be received no later than
March 1st, 2012. Entry fees are: $10 for Chili Cook-Off, $10 for Salsa Challenge, or $15 for both.

Make checks payable to Town of Quartzsite with “Chili” in the memo field.

AWARDS: Three (3) Chili People’s Choice –1st: $500 - 2nd: $250 - 3rd: $125.

Three (3) Best Salsa Awards

Below is the Flyer, Entry Form, and Rules.

To print, just right click and save to computer and print.

 

ATV Parade planned for FEB. 11th and AZ Centennial Party in Park

To print the flyer, right click and save, print. Entry form is below.

Hi Jolly Daze Parade planned for January 7th, 2012 Quartzsite AZ

The 24th Annual Hi Jolly Daze Parade will be held on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at noon. The Town of Quartzsite and many sponsors are planning the best parade in years!

The theme this year is “Arizona thru the Century” with the Arizona Centennial year upon us. Enter your float, walk, dance, play your music, ride your bike, drive your car, ATV, RV, or walk the dog, but bring the whole family and your friends for a fun time.

The Hi Jolly Daze Parade and activities afterwards at Town Park brings the residents, businesses, organizations and our Winter Visitors together to celebrate our winter season and pay tribute to the man who made our area his home for fifty years.

In the mid 1850’s Hadji Ali, better known as Hi Jolly, came with his camels to our desert area. He served the United States Army in an experiment to use the camels as beasts of burden. However, the camels were not compatible with the Army mules and the experiment was cancelled in 1864.

But, Hi Jolly remained in our area until his death in 1902. In 1935 the Governor of Arizona dedicated a monument in his honor, at the site of his Quartzsite grave. This monument, known as “Hi Jolly’s Last Camp” is one of the most visited spots in Southwest Arizona. It is newly registered as a Historic Site. Quartzsite is still to this day one of the most visited spots in Arizona.

The parade will start at 12:00 NOON. The parade starts at the Fire Station on E. Tyson, heads east, then south on Plymouth ending up at Town Park where there will be lots of food, music and fun for the whole family.

Parade Entry Forms may be picked up at: Quartzsite Business Chamber of Commerce, Town Hall and the Quartzsite Senior Center. No Entry FEES! Or download online at www.AZCentennialofQtz.blogspot.com. Drop off the Entry forms at Town Hall. Please turn in entries by Wednesday, January 4, 2012.

Please call Quartzsite Town Hall for more information at 928-927-4333 or call Rain at 541-218-2560.

Thank you to the community for 9/11 Remembrance

Thank you to all the participants of last night's

Night of Hope-A Community Remembers 9/11

Last night's event was truly a group effort of many caring individuals. Thank you to Michelle Lukkasson for her MC work. Thanks to the men and women of VFW Post 769 for the great showing of strength of our warriors and Honor Guard. Thank you to Pastor Bruce Swart and Pastor Mike Hobby for their opening and closing prayers; Linda Hobby and her guitar player, Danny, shared some beautifully performed songs. Thank you to those who shared their wisdom: Speeches were made by VFW State Commander Dennis Dole, newly elected Mayor Jose Lizarraga, QPD Chief Jeff Gilbert. QFD Chief Kevin Hess showed a beautiful tribute video. Joanne Winer announced the new focus in Celia's Rainbow Gardens this year will be the memorial area. Individuals shared their stories of that day and then candles were lit. Thank you to Council Members, Jerry Lukkasson and Joe Winslow for helping with the lighting of the candles. Thank you Monica Timberlake for your music choices.

A huge thank you to Anita Carlson of Operation Hero Comfort, who provided all the flags to hand out to the crowd. The volunteers also provided cards to be signed that will be sent out to our troops in their next "care package" sent oversees! Anita really cares!

Quartzsite is a beautiful community of loving, caring people. So many shared their gratitude for living in Quartzsite. The night proved to be a night of healing, as the community came together to honor those who lost their lives in the tragedy of September 11th. We will never forget!

Thank you to all the folks who helped with the decorating and the cleanup. This event was sponsored by the Arizona Centennial of Quartzsite Committee. Members Audrey Burger, Monica Timberlake, Michelle Lukkasson, Mary Huntley, and myself thank the community for such a wonderful turnout!

Upcoming events in Quartzsite, Arizona

Check out the some of the events planned

for this season in Quartzsite!

10th Anniversary of 9/11
Sunday, Sept. 11th, at 7pm at Town Park Pavillion. Night of Hope- A Community Remembers 9/11 Candlelighting Ceremony in a hometown tribute to those who lost their lives and to the heroes who responded to the catastrophic events of 9/11.

Cruise In Sept. 17 - 7pm
The next Cruise-in will be held this Saturday, Sept. 17th, now at 7pm due to the summer heat. Come out and see some great vintage and antique vehicles at Quick Check Shell Station, corner of Main & Hwy. 95. There are some great deals on hot dogs for only 50 cents, plus drinks and ice cream specials too! Cruise-ins take place every other Saturday!

Movie at the Park Sat. Sept. 17
Quartzsite Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition (QSAPC) is hosting an evening of fun at Town Park, Sat. Sept. 17 beginning at 6pm. There will be water slides for the kids, and a movie at dusk.
Hot Dogs, Frito Pies, and snacks will be available for purchase. The FREE MOVIE this month is Soul Surfer with Classic Cartoons beforehand. Bring your chairs and blankets for a fun evening on the grass at the football field. Sponsored by Cenpatico.

Cactus Sale, Oct. 1st
The Hi Jolly Cemetery will hold a fundraiser Cactus Sale on Sat. October 1st at Quartzsite Bakery. Proceeds raised will go toward the Hi Jolly Cemetery.

Quartzsite Country Bash, Oct. 15
Opens at 2pm. Concert with Harry Luge, 8 pm. Rodeo, Horseshoe Tournaments, Vendors, Food, Beer Garden, Kid’s Bounce House, Karaoke Contest, Beard/Mustache growing contest begins. Pre-party event on Fri. Oct. 14. $20/advance, $25/door. www.quartzsitecountrybash.com.

Oct. 22 Red Ribbon Day
at Town Park. Sponsored by Quartzsite Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition. Contact Tracey at the Recreation Dept.
928-927-9182.

Oct. 28 Halloween Caravan
Only in Quartzsite do children get bussed to RV parks and businesses for Trick-or Treating. This fun event has been taking place for over 15 years in Quartzsite, started by Joanne Winer.

Oct. 29 Spirit Walk at Cemetery
This fun historical walk into Quartzsite’s past with members (“Spirits”) of the community hamming it up at selected gravesites! Come take a tour of our Pioneer section and let the “Spirits” lead you back to a time when water was scarce and the heat deadly! Hi Jolly’s pyramidal monument is now listed in the National Register of Historic Places! 928-927-6593.

Nov. 3, “Rockin’ Reveal”
Proud Neighbors of Quartzsite “reveals” the Rock Art local artists have been painting the previous two weeks. The Rock Art will be revealed during the Artist Reception beginning at 6pm. Held at “the Rock Motel” at Tyson Wells Showgrounds, W. Kuehn and Hwy. 95. Cheese, crackers and a “bit of the bubbly” will be served as artists showcase their one-of-a-kind Rock Art before they “hit the street” at a variety of sponsors around town. The public display will be followed by the “Rock Auction” in March. Contact Linda Ward, 803-984-4230.

Nov 12, 13 Town wide Yard Sale
with Quartzsite GFWC Women’s Club. Contact PJ Bettmann at 928-927-5324.

Nov. 14 Old Fashioned Pie Auction and 100 years of Aprons Show
at Quartzsite Senior Center

Nov. 19 Turkey Hunt Poker Run
Sponsored by Quartzsite Rotary. Contact Angie Masales,
805-312-1544.

Dec. 3 Fashion Show Through the ages
Quartzsite GFWC Women’s Club Fashion Show at the Quartzsite Senior Center. Violet Kiss.

Dec. 3 Christmas Light Parade
by Quartzsite Business Chamber of Commerce, 6pm. 928-927-9321, www.QuartzsiteBusinessChamber.com

Dec. 10 Silent Auction
Operation Hero Comfort Annual Fundraiser 1-3pm. Town Hall. Contact Anita Carlson,
928-927-4292.

Jan. 7 Hi Jolly Daze Parade
Arizona through the Century theme

Feb. 11 -14 AZ Centennial Finale

Sat. Feb. 11: ATV Parade, Party at Town Park, Year in Review, 10 Decades of Music, Lasting Legacy Project, Quilt Raffle, and more!

Feb. 14th, Happy Birthday Arizona! Birthday Cake and Ice Cream Social!

Night of Hope - Quartzsite community remembers 9/11

Join the Quartzsite community as we

remember September 11th

on Sunday, September 11, 2011

7pm at Town Park Pavillion

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