http://fh.az.gov/events/ en getnoticed@appliedcreative.com Copyright 2010 2010-02-08T06:30:44-07:00 http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/town-of-fountain-hills-great-fair-softball-tournament-swings-into-action/ http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/town-of-fountain-hills-great-fair-softball-tournament-swings-into-action/ Age is not a factor when it comes to seniors from around the Grand Canyon state stepping up to the Town of Fountain Hills Great Fair Senior Softball Tournament.  More than 16 senior softball teams of more than 200 players from Arizona step up to the plate in Fountain Hills for one big weekend of championship fun.  Age does not hold back these players as they compete to win the Town of Fountain Hills Parks and Recreation Great Fair Senior Softball Tournament, as several players in their early 80’s take on their younger counterparts!  This should inspire those young and old.  Many of these players have enjoyed the game for years and built plenty of rivalries.  Not to be missed?  Dee Harrison’s Tigers and the AZ Titans. This year’s tournament will be held February 4-7, 2010, which will be earlier in the month than the local festival of the same name.  The date of the Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce Great Fair is last full weekend in February, which is February 27-28, 2010.  When:  Tentative Schedule of Play February 4-5 70+ Divisions February 4-5 65+ Divisions February 6-7 60+ Divisions February 6-7 50+ Divisions What time: First pitch thrown out each day at 8 a.m. Where:  Golden Eagle Park Fields 2- 4 15900 E. Golden Eagle Blvd. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 Cost: Free for spectators!        2010-02-08T06:30:44-07:00 http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/guided-hike-through-fountain-hills-mcdowell-mountain-preserve-amethyst-with/ http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/guided-hike-through-fountain-hills-mcdowell-mountain-preserve-amethyst-with/ Discover all of the beauty of the Sonoran Desert on a guided hike through the Fountain Hills McDowell Mountain Preserve.  The Sonoran Conservancy of Fountain Hills and the Town of Fountain Hills Parks and Recreation Department have scheduled five different guided hikes that reveal various aspects of the many splendors of the desert. All hikes are from 8 – 11:30 a.m.  Please register with Preserve Stewards 15 minutes prior to hike departure.  Hikers are urged to bring plenty of water, a sunshade, and put on good hiking footwear. If you enjoy hiking and being in the great outdoors, then this program is just right for you!  Who:  All hikers and lovers of the desert What: Guided hikes of Sonoran Desert When:    Saturday, February 6:  Amethyst with Gordana Djordjevic Time:  8 – 11:30 a.m. Where:  Begins begins at the end of Eagle Ridge Drive. Cost:  FREE! Registration:  Please register with Preserve Stewards 15 minutes prior to hike departure.  2010-02-06T18:29:00-07:00 http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/docent-lead-art-walk1/ http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/docent-lead-art-walk1/ Join the Town of Fountain Hill for a docent-lead art walk through the Town’s nearly 70 pieces of public art.  You can attend one or both tours, which will feature sculptures located at the Civic Center, along Avenue of the Fountains, and at Fountain Park.  This collection of public art is valued at over $1,000,000 and includes works by internationally renowned artists.  Every first Saturday, volunteer docents will lead two tours and provide information about each work of art, the artist, and the inspiration behind the creation. The first tour, beginning at 9 a.m., will visit artwork along the Avenue of the Fountains and in Fountain Park.  Each tour costs $5 and begins at the entrance to the Community Center.  The second tour will begin at 10 a.m. and take place in the Sculpture Garden area. Registration is required for the tours. Who:  All Fountain Hills residents and visitors What:  Docent-lead Art Walk When:  Saturday, February 6, 2009 Time:  9 a.m. - 10 a.m.:  Fountain Park Tour 10 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.:  Sculpture Garden Tour Where: Fountain Park Tour Begins at “Sip n’ Splash” sculpture on the Avenue of the Fountains and Verde River Drive Sculpture Garden Tour Begins at “Damned Wind” sculpture in front of the Town of Fountain Hills Community Center Cost:  $5 for one or both walks, which will include a porcelain mug for registrants to take home. Registration for tours:  On-line at http://www.fh.az.gov/recreation, or in person at the Community Center and Town Hall.  You may also register on site the day of the art walk if space is available.  Please allow approximately 15 minutes prior to the beginning of each art-walk tour for same day on-site registration. 2010-02-06T18:21:36-07:00 http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/guided-hike-through-fountain-hills-mcdowell-mountain-preserve-botany-with-j/ http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/guided-hike-through-fountain-hills-mcdowell-mountain-preserve-botany-with-j/ Discover all of the beauty of the Sonoran Desert on a guided hike through the Fountain Hills McDowell Mountain Preserve.  The Sonoran Conservancy of Fountain Hills and the Town of Fountain Hills Parks and Recreation Department have scheduled five different guided hikes that reveal various aspects of the many splendors of the desert. All hikes are from 8 – 11:30 a.m.  Please register with Preserve Stewards 15 minutes prior to hike departure.  Also, there is a $1 Maricopa County McDowell Mountain Regional Park entry fee required for all hikes leaving from the Golden Eagle Trailhead. Hikers are urged to bring plenty of water, a sunshade, and put on good hiking footwear. If you enjoy hiking and being in the great outdoors, then this program is just right for you!  Who:  All hikers and lovers of the desert What: Guided hikes of Sonoran Desert When:    Saturday, January 30:  Botany with Jennifer Work Time:  8 – 11:30 a.m. Where:  Begins at the Golden Eagle Trailhead located at the entry to the Eagle’s Nest development off of Golden Eagle Boulevard.  Cost:  $1 Maricopa County McDowell Mountain Regional Park entry fee for hikes leaving from the Golden Eagle Trailhead. Registration:  Please register with Preserve Stewards 15 minutes prior to hike departure. 2010-01-30T18:27:00-07:00 http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/pony-express-day/ http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/pony-express-day/ For 50 years the Navajo County Hashknife Sheriff’s Posse with up to 30 riders participating, recreates the ride of the Pony Express from Holbrook to Scottsdale with stops and celebrations in communities along the way. It all culminates with their participation in Scottsdale’s annual Parada del Sol. On this day, the riders gallop into Fountain Hills and are officially greeted at the Post Office in the early afternoon, followed by a free festive event, featuring music, food and drink at the Town of Fountain Hills Community Center. What:  Pony Express Day Who: Any resident is invited to attend When:  January 28, 2010, 1 - 3 p.m. Where:  Town of Fountain Hills Community Center 13001 La Montana Avenue Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 Cost: Free! 2010-01-29T04:25:35-07:00 http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/senior-and-boomer-annual-expo-showcases-numerous-activities/ http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/senior-and-boomer-annual-expo-showcases-numerous-activities/ If you are a Senior or Boomer and want to learn more about all the activities the Town provides, the Town of Fountain Hills Activity Center for Seniors & Boomers will sponsor its annual Expo on Wednesday, January 27 from 1 - 3 p.m. and invites you to attend. The Expo will showcase the many new programs, various support groups, classes and trips being offered between January and June 2010.  Attendees will have an opportunity to interact and mingle directly with the various activity groups, to ask questions, and to learn about the variety of programs that are available.  In addition, there will be door prizes and entertainment, as well as tables laden with goodies and refreshing beverages.   An Activity Center tri-fold brochure will be available to all who attend.  It contains a list of the activities that are offered, including fitness programs, support groups, socialization activities, social services, and a variety of fabulous trips.  It will also highlight some special events coming up.  This is an opportunity to renew membership or join for the first time.  Membership is open to all adults, regardless of age. What: Town of Fountain Hills Activities Expo for Seniors & Boomers When:  Wednesday, January 27 from 1 - 3 p.m. Where: Town of Fountain Hills Community Center 13001 La Montana Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 Who:  Open to the public Cost: FREE! 2010-01-28T05:54:20-07:00 http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/town-council-meeting30/ http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/town-council-meeting30/ CLICK HERE for agenda, packet and meeting information. 2010-01-22T04:59:10-07:00 http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/community-center-advisory-commission-meeting6/ http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/community-center-advisory-commission-meeting6/ CLICK HERE for agenda, packet and meeting information. 2010-01-20T05:42:12-07:00 http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/guided-hike-through-fountain-hills-mcdowell-mountain-preserve/ http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/guided-hike-through-fountain-hills-mcdowell-mountain-preserve/ Discover all of the beauty of the Sonoran Desert on a guided hike through the Fountain Hills McDowell Mountain Preserve.  The Sonoran Conservancy of Fountain Hills and the Town of Fountain Hills Parks and Recreation Department have scheduled five different guided hikes that reveal various aspects of the many splendors of the desert. All hikes are from 8 – 11:30 a.m.  This hike reuqires pre-registration, which can be completed by visiting the Town of Fountain Hills Town Hall, Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.  Also, there is a $1 Maricopa County McDowell Mountain Regional Park entry fee required for all hikes leaving from the Golden Eagle Trailhead. Hikers are urged to bring plenty of water, a sunshade, and put on good hiking footwear. If you enjoy hiking and being in the great outdoors, then this program is just right for you!  Who:  All hikers and lovers of the desert What: Guided hikes of Sonoran Desert When:    Sunday, January 17 Time:  8 – 11:30 a.m. Where:  Begins at the Golden Eagle Trailhead located at the entry to the Eagle’s Nest development off of Golden Eagle Boulevard.  Cost:  $1 Maricopa County McDowell Mountain Regional Park entry fee for hikes leaving from the Golden Eagle Trailhead. Registration:  Pre-registration required for January 17 hike.  Please visit Fountain Hills Town Hall, Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. at 16705 E. Avenue of the Fountains to complete the registration form. 2010-01-17T18:27:00-07:00 http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/mayor-hosts-first-town-hall-meeting-of-2010/ http://www.fh.az.gov/events/event/mayor-hosts-first-town-hall-meeting-of-2010/ Mayor Jay Schlum would like to invite you to a Town Hall meeting, which will be the first of the new year.  This meeting will focus on the Town of Fountain Hills Community Center and Activity Center for Seniors & Boomers.  In 2009, Mayor Schlum held three such meetings in order to hear from citizens and address a variety of concerns.  The prior three meetings have focused on public safety, parks and recreation, finances and economic development, public works and planning and zoning. “As we ring in the new year, I want to hear from more of our residents about what matters to them,“ said Mayor Jay Schlum.  “I want our citizens to continue to step forward and share their comments, questions and concerns in an open environment and we believe this is the perfect opportunity for them to do so.“ Following the presentation regarding the two focal points of the meeting, the Mayor, Councilmembers Dennis Brown and Mike Archambault and Town staff will be on hand to hear from you.  Only two councilmembers and the Mayor may attend each of the Town Halls to ensure no open meeting laws are violated and that the public can bring forward a variety of topics to be discussed. Refreshments will be served. Who: Any resident When:  Saturday, January 16, 2010: 1 - 2:30 p.m. Where: Town Hall:  Council Chambers 16705 E. Avenue of the Fountains Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 What to bring: Questions on senior services, the community center, and any other topic that you have questions or concerns about.   2010-01-16T17:03:38-07:00