WILLIAMS — The First Baptist Church of Williams is hosting a viewing of the movie Do You Believe this Saturday, September 19 at 5:30. They ask that you RSVP at their office or by signing the sheet at their table in the sanctuary of the Church to ensure enough snacks and drinks. The Church is located on Grant Street behind the Safeway. Their phone number is 928-635-4692.
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Swap meet still running
WILLIAMS — The Kiwanis Route 66 Street Market is still open and runs through Labor Day weekend. The Street Market is located on Route 66 on the west end of town across from the Williams Memorial Park. The proceeds from the event benefit the projects of the Kiwanis Club such as the scholarship program.
Bake and Yard sale at First Baptist Church Saturday
WILLIAMS — There will be a bake sale and a yard sale at the First Baptist Church in Williams to support the Women’s Ministry. The sale will start at 8 a.m. on Saturday. The church is located across the street from Safeway.
This fund helps to pay for scholarships for women to attend retreats, conferences and other events throughout the year. It is also used to pay for support of Handmaidens Ministry outreach, to the community, through lunch bags, Hope Cottage, blankets and the Dec scarf and mitten distribution.
Elvis, Melvis: Music with a-peel on KZBX
WILLIAMS — While vacationing in Laughlin, we thought we found the perfect gift for Maggie who manages the Camp Civitan Shop in downtown Williams.
Maggie Peel started her broadcasting career at KZBX 92.1 FM in Williams by broadcasting Elvis tunes for her show Elvis With A-Peel. She even got in early today to purchase her issue of the latest Elvis stamps available at the post office. Thus we got her the Elvis glasses to help get her in character.
Alas, she has changed her format. She still plays Elvis, but added country and contemporary music in the mix. So now her show is just Music With A-Peel. You can hear her show from 4-6 p.m. on KZBX or listen to the show on their web site.
During the day you can meet the mega-radio personality at her day job, and possibly pick up some deals, at the Camp Civitan Thrift Store in downtown Williams next to Old Smokey’s restaurant. Camp Civitan Thrift Shop is currently open from 11 a.m to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Memorial services for Larry Norfolk
WILLIAMS — Memorial services for Larry Norfolk will be held at the Williams Senior Center on July 28 at 6 p.m. Attendees are asked to bring a potluck dish for the services.
Larry passed away on July 9 sometime during the night of natural causes. St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church is arranging the memorial service.
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation to hold Banquet in Prescott
Arizona Game & Fish photo
The funds from the banquet and the other projects of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation benefit habitat preservation for elk and deer. The group activities include purchasing land, creating and preserving safe water tanks and other activities to ensure a safe habitat for the animals across North America.
The dinner is open to anyone interested in maintaining a healthy big game population.
Lions Club prepares for Mountain Man run
WILLIAMS — The Williams Lions Club is looking forward to the Mountain Man Run and fun walk on Labor Day September 7. The run features a 10-k and 5-k run or fun walk along historic Route 66.
The proceeds benefit community vision and hearing programs. Participants may register here.
The Lions Club has been serving Williams for over 70-years. They meet on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:45 am. They meet at Anna’s Grand Canyon Coffee and Cafe at 137 W. Railroad Avenue in the Red Garter Inn. They are always looking for new members.
Williams Independence Day parade a smashing success
WILLIAMS — If Facebook is any gauge, it appears that the historic Route 66 Williams Independence Day parade was a rousing success. Pictures and videos of the parade appeared from Richard Goettel of Phoenix and local resident Brenda Carter. Brenda even caught the Mayor directing traffic.
There was some concern that it might be a wash. Rain came down starting about two hours before the parade, but cleared up. While clouds darkened the city and threatened more rain, it never came.
The parade began with the members of the American Legion Cordova Post #13 carrying the colors. They were followed by the Vietnam Veterans of America. Smokey the Bear was the parade Grand Marshall.
The American Legion Post and Vietnam Veterans were joined by the Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion and Matthew Broehm VFW Post.
A new addition is the War Memorial Museum of Arizona in their 1942 WWII half-track.
It would not be a Williams parade without the Bill Williams Mountain Men—official ambassadors of the State of Arizona, the tractors and the classic cars.
It was good to see Bearizona in the parade this year. The were promoting their upcoming Backwoods BBQ July 25.
Save Meant to Rescue had a tremendous float this year. They get our vote for Number 1. They were surrounded by pets rescued by new owners.
Overall the parade was the best we can remember.
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Toy box raffle coming soon
WILLIAMS — You still have time to get tickets for the toy box raffle sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW Post. Tickets are $2 each or 3 for $5. The hand-made toy box is stuffed with toys for babies, teens and adults. The drawing will be held at the Williams Event Stage at 2 p.m.
Route 66 Street Market still open
WILLIAMS — The Route 66 Street Market still growing despite the wet weather which threatens it. While we still have a rather high chance of rain, the rain seems to be holding off until the evening and night hours.
The Route 66 Street Market is located on the west end of town across the street from the Williams Memorial Park. The Market benefits the scholarship efforts of the Williams Kiwanis Club.
There remains a 40% chance of rain today dropping to 20% tonight. There is a 30% chance tomorrow during the day dropping to 10% Sunday night. The good news for drenched Williams is that the long range forecast through the week shows mostly clear and sunny through next Wild West Weekend.
The Wild West Weekend activities run June 19th and 20th and the Route 66 Swap Meet will be open and waiting for you.