Early shoppers get the best deals.
Spaces are $10 a day or $25 for the weekend, whether a three- or four-day weekend. There is an additional $5 per night for those desiring to stay overnight.
The proceeds from the Route 66 Street Market benefit the projects of the Kiwanis Club International of Williams.
Corrected 5/14/2015, 11:59 p.m.
WILLIAMS — The sun was lower than normal as The Riders of the 2015 Run For The Wall event rolled into town later than usual. They even managed to miss the snow predicted for this weekend.
Run for the Wall has stopped exclusively in Williams in the past. For the last two years, the group has split with some proceeding to Flagstaff as the popularity of the event grows. The Williams group conducted their normal parade down historic Route 66.
After which they formed up at the American Legion Cordova Post #13 where volunteers from the community served dinner and deserts for the riders.
The American Legion dedicated the event to the memory of the late Richard Aguilar. Richard was a member of the post and worked hard every year to make this event successful.
Rain did come the next morning as they gathered to have breakfast at the Wild West Junction. Mayor John Moore has been supportive of the event since he took office. He even came out in the blizzard of 2011 that met the group when they arrived.
The annual event is run to keep the memory of prisoners of war and those missing in action alive. There was some good news in 2014 with the remains of 14 Vietnam Veterans located and returned and their names removed from the Vietnam Veterans memorial.
Walt “Detour” Reichard is a Vietnam Veteran from Virginia and the Virginia State Coordinator for Run For The Wall. His motorcycle reflects the dedication of the rider of this event right down to his license plate. It reads simply “R4TW.”
Walt said that he makes the ride from Virginia to California only to return on this ten-day ride because he appreciates the dedication of this group. He is a seven-time veteran of the ride.
Sadly, many of the Vietnam veterans are either getting too old to ride or are passing away. The event organizers have opened up the event and active-duty military and some civilians have been making the memorial ride.
WILLIAMS – Kiwanis International hosted another tremendous community dinner for Williams. The weather was cool, but sunny for the event held at Doc Holiday’s Steakhouse and Salon, 950 North Grand Canyon Boulevard in Williams.
Visitors to Santa received teddy bears although at times it was difficult to find the jolly elf. There was also a raffle for prizes.
Santa is in this picture somewhere.
WILLIAMS – The Kiwanis Club of Williams is working with local businesses and the Scholastic Pajama Drive to collect pajamas for local kids.
With winter coming on, the Kiwanis Club hopes to collect warm pajamas for toddlers through size 16. You can also make monetary contributions to the effort.
All-State Insurance on 1st street is the “Bedtime Sponsor.” National Bank on Route 66 is the “Sweet Dreams” sponsor. The Williams-Grand Canyon Chamber of Commerce in the Visitor Center on Railroad Avenue is the “All Tucked In” sponsor and Mountain Ranch Resort at Beacon Hill is the “Sleep Tight” sponsor.
You can donate pajamas or monetary contributions at any one of the businesses. In addition, the Scholastic Pajama Drive will donate a new book for every pair of pajamas collected.
WILLIAMS – The Williams Kiwanis Club will be holding the Gateway to the Grand Canyon Arts and Craft Fair at the Rodeo Barn, 501 East Rodeo Road across from Old Trails Hardware.
The Fair will consist of over 45 vendors selling hand made crafts and art work. Kiwanis will hold a Chinese and Silent auction during the event which benefits their community activities throughout the year.
The Fair will be held May 16th from 11 am to 5 pm and on Saturday from 8 am to 3 pm. Lunch will be available Friday and Saturday from 11am to 2 pm and a pancake breakfast from 8am to 11 on Saturday. A dessert bar and beverages will be available all day Friday and Saturday.
WILLIAMS—Saturday the thirteenth was not unlucky for the residents as they opened the $2.3 million Cataract Lake Park with an eventful dedication. Politicians were there to thank everyone except for Williams Police Sergeant Ted Wigal who directed traffic at entrance. (So we get to be the first to thank him for his service!) I-40 Fleet Services even provided kayaks for rides on the lake.
Mayor John Moore was joined by Williams City Councilmen Hiemenz and Payne for the celebration. District 4 Supervisor Mandy Metzger and District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta joined District 3 Supervisor Matt Ryan.
The event was staffed by volunteers from a number of non-profit groups around the community. The American Legion, as usual, conducted the barbeque provided by the city. Camp Civitan provided a van to shuttle people from the parking area to the park. The Kiwanis and Lions Club members served the food. Volunteers staffed the Coke van provided by Swire. Parks and recreation staff were on hand and volunteer children tested the playground during the speeches. The Freshman class of the Williams High School baked and decorated the cake for the cake cutting ceremony.
Everything was going fine until the politicians started fighting over the key.
WILLIAMS—The Williams City Council will meet Thursday at 7 pm at the Williams City Council Chambers on First Street. The agenda includes the following items:
The council may appoint Terri Sutton to the Housing Authority Board.
The council is also considering Resolution No. 1290 to authorize renewal of membership in the Rural Arizona Group trust for the next three years.
They may also approve an IGA with Coconino County for the use of the City of Williams’ transfer station by County residents.
There will also be a discussion which may decide the future of the Kiwanis’ seasonal swap meet on the city property across the street from Monument Park. There have been some rumblings about the annual event in the past. People who are interested in ensuring the swap meet continues should consider being at the meeting to speak in support of the event.
The council will also discuss and determine action to be taken regarding Impact Fees which was tabled from the March 14th meeting.
WILLIAMS—Santa will be busy in Williams on the 15th and 16th with Santa’s World of Wonders on Saturday and the Kiwanis annual dinner on Sunday. In addition the Save-Meant to Rescue organization will host a wine and beer tasting event to benefit the Williams animal rescue effort.
On the 15th, Santa will visit the Williams Recreation Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. where there will be games, prizes, treats and family fun.
At 6 p.m. the animal rescue group Save-Meant To Rescue will host a wine and craft beer tasting event with hors d’oeuvres and live music at the historic “Yellow House” near Safeway. Tickets are $30 and are available thru MTR members or call 928-635-1571
The annual Kiwanis Dinner will be held December 16th at Doc Holiday’s in the Holiday Inn. The event will run from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. The Kiwanis holds the annual event with a visit from Santa and prizes for the kids. Everyone is invited.
Santa visits Williams Kiwanis Club holiday dinner at Doc Holiday's.
Williams, December 11, 2011—Santa had a busy schedule this weekend in Williams with a visit to the Recreation Center on Saturday followed by an appearance at the annual Kiwanis holiday dinner on Sunday. Volunteers from the Lion’s Club and the Rotary Club “stepped up to the plates” to serve turkey and ham with all the trimmings.
Kiwanis dinner draws a crowd.
Santa brought some preview toys as prizes for a drawing. Some say Santa’s Elves who helped bring these toys include some of the businesses and residence of Williams.
The Kiwanis buffet-style holiday dinner at Doc Holiday’s at the Holiday Inn in Williams started several years ago in December and has grown in popularity over the years. The volunteers even deliver a variety of non-alcoholic beverages right to your table.
Special thanks to all of the volunteers that make this a special event for Williams.