Quartzsite ATV Parade- Centennial Kickoff!

Quartzsite- The Annual ATV Parade will be held on Saturday, February 12, 2011. The parade is sponsored by Willpower, Inc. Pick up and drop off entry forms at the Animal Refuge Thrift Store 455 E. Main St. and at the Library. Donations would be greatly appreciated.


Lineup is at the southside of QIA at 10am. Parade starts at 11am.

The parade route this year will travel east on Main Street, north on Plymouth and end at the Town Park where festivities will kickoff the year long celebration of the Arizona Centennial.

Skyhawk will be providing enterainment. Quartzsite Flyers RC Club will present a wonderful display of RC aircraft and history at the field just north of the park. The first Photo Scavenger Hunt Contest will begin with “Prickly Pete”presented by Proud Neighbors of Quartzsite. Prickly Pete will be there in person too! Don’t want to miss that!

The Centennial Committee will open the Hoosegaw for fundraising. The first four “prisoners” will be jailed and they’re going to need some help to get bailed out! The Quartzsite Art Guild will unveil the first two pieces of artwork which will be displayed throughout town for the year. Each month another piece will be added to the collection until the Finale in February 2012! There’ll be lots more fun for the whole family on Saturday, February 12th after the ATV Parade!

Sunday, Feb. 13th the Arizona Sunriders ATV Club will host guided rides into the desert for beginners, intermediate and advanced riders. Interested folks can sign up at the park after the parade on Saturday.

For more information contact Patty Patton at 928-916-0657.

Nashville meets Las Vegas in Quartzsite! Feb. 13, 7pm

The Arizona Centennial Committee of Quartzsite presents the Legends of Country Music Show at the Quartzsite Improvement Association (QIA) on Sunday, February 13, 2011 at 7pm. The show benefits the Lasting Legacy Project.
Larry King continues his 25 year tradition of bringing his award winning country music show to the stage and for the first time in Quartzsite! As the owner, director, star and host of the show, King has opened for many top entertainers. Larry King is an International Recording Artist, having his music played throughout the U.S and in several countries. The late Buck Owens gave him the title “KING of Country Legends” because of his tireless dedication in keeping Classic Country Music alive for future generations.

This live, fast paced country show is 2nd to none. You will be entertained with 90 minutes of country’s #1 hit songs. Larry King, along with the Legendary Band, brings to life the songs you’ll remember from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. The Legends of Country Music pays tribute to legendary entertainers including Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline, Hank Williams, Dolly Parton, George Strait, over 20 in all, making it the largest tribute show touring today! Added to the mix is tid-bits of information about the songs or artists, family-style humor, a touching military salute, and a little gospel. Seeing this show is like taking a musical journey through the Country Music Hall of Fame.

The Legendary Band is comprised of five of the best, multi-talented musicians West of the Grand Ole Opry. Each member has performed with many of the legends featured in the show. Each performer and musician in the legends of Country Music Show takes great pride in performing the songs as close to the original as possible and the way you remember them. Adding the female touch to the show is Miss Rachel Ann from Gilbert, Ariz. She brings to life the hits from the legendary ladies of country music.

Come see this spectacular show. It will be a time you aren’t soon to forget! Show tickets are $15 in advance, $30 at the door. Purchase tickets at Town Hall, Quartzsite Business Chamber and Main St. Eatery.

Call Monica Timberlake for ticket information at 928-916-4120. For additional show information visit www.CountryPrideProductions.com

Quartzsite Chili Cook-Off Rules & Entry Form

Quartzsite Chili Cook-Off February 26, 2011

Proceeds benefit the Arizona Centennial of Quartzsite!

(This is NOT CASI sanctioned event).

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

All contestants must PROMISE TO HAVE FUN!

Entry Forms and Participant Waiver Forms must be received no later than Feb. 23, 2011. 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 – Cash Awards

Three (3) Best Salsa Awards

Best Booth Presentation of Theme “Miners Style”

CHILI COOK-OFF RULES

1. Each contestant must prepare a minimum of 3 GALLONS OF CHILI for tasting by the people. We encourage making more!

2. Winner of the People's Choice Award will be based on the ballots turned in by the people.

3. Set up of your assigned area must be complete and chili ready to serve the public by 12 noon sharp!

4. Quartzsite Chili Cook-Off will provide biodegradable tasting cups, spoons, napkins, and voting tickets for the public. The committee also will provide a 1-oz ladle & ballet box for the contestants.

5. A listing of ingredients used to make the chili must be displayed (quantities don’t need to be included).

6. Each contestant must have CURRENT La Paz County FOOD HANDLERS Card.

7. Please provide your own bleach bucket, tables, shade, ingredients, meat thermometer, and signs.

8. Chili may contain beans or other fillers. (but no dirt)

9. MEAT MAY NOT BE PRE- COOKED, in any manner. All other ingredients must be chopped or prepared during the preparation period. No ingredient may be pre-cooked in any way prior to the commencement of the official cook-off. The only exceptions are canned or bottled tomatoes, tomato sauce, peppers, pepper sauce, beans, broth and grinding and/or mixing of spices. Meat may be treated, pre-cut or ground. ABSOLUTELY NO CANNED CHILI!

10. All chili must be cooked from “scratch” on site the day of the cook-off. All chili must be prepared in the open (no cooking in motor homes, etc.).

11. “Scratch” is defined as starting with raw meat. No marinating is allowed.

12. Cooks may be required to taste their own chili.

SALSA CHALLENGE RULES

1. All salsa will be prepared on site. Each contestant must make a minimum of TWO QUARTS of salsa for tasting. Preparations may begin anytime after 7am. It might be a good idea to have some chips when people taste your creation.

2. Quartzsite Chili Cook-Off will provide tasting cups, spoons, napkins, and voting tickets for the public. The committee also will provide a 1-oz ladle & ballet box for the contestants.

3. There are no rules as to the ingredients or how to prepare your Salsa.

4. A listing of ingredients used to make the salsa must be displayed (quantities don’t need to be included).

5. Each contestant must have CURRENT La Paz County FOOD HANDLERS Card.

6. Please provide your own bleach bucket, tables, shade, ingredients, and signs.

SHOWMANSHIP:

Keeping with the Arizona Centennial Celebration, this year’s theme is “Miners’ Style”!

Get creative! Bring costumes, decorations, signs, etc. and win prizes!

Showmanship, like chili, must be in good taste and is judged on the following five criteria:

- Theme

- Costume

- Booth Set up

- Action

- Audience Appeal

Showmanship judges will remain anonymous to everyone during the judging.

ENTRY FORM

To Download the rules, entry form and waiver
 click HERE

Quartzsite Chili Cook-Off planned for Saturday Feb. 26, 2011

The Arizona Centennial Committee of Quartzsite will host the Quartzsite Chili Cook-Off this year!

Bring your favorite recipes and have some fun!

Stay tuned for more information!

Applications are in the January 16th issue of the Desert Messenger. Rules will soon be posted here!

Contact Michelle or Jerry Lukkasson for more information, 928-308-0011

or stop by Main Street Eatery in front of Main Street Laundromat!