Community Calendar
GriefShare Recovery Group
Date: September 12, 2026
Time: 10am
Location: First Christian Church, Room 107
3261 S. Avenue 6E, Yuma
GriefShare is a 13-week biblically-based and non-denominational ministry to help address the pain, feelings, life disruption, and questions that come with losing someone you love through death. This is open to anyone who would like to attend.
Each meeting will have a 30 minute video featuring christian grief-recovery experts. Then there will discussion and opportunity to share the challenges being faced and victories being experienced. Sharing is encouraged, but not mandatory. There will be a workbook with a daily Bible study to help discover what God says about your situation.
For more details contact Bob Hejkal 952-200-7569 or hejkalr@aol.com.
City of Yuma News Release: Early voting begins October 7th, 2026
YUMA, Ariz. — The City of Yuma reminds residents that early voting for the November 3 General Election begins Wednesday, October 7. City voters will consider two propositions: a permanent adjustment to the City’s expenditure base and a City Charter amendment relating to signatures on nomination petitions for City elected office.
Voters elected the Mayor, three City Councilmembers, and the Presiding Municipal Judge in the July 21 Primary Election. Those offices will not appear on the General Election ballot.
Proposition 436 would authorize a $30 million permanent adjustment to the City of Yuma’s 1979-80 expenditure base. The expenditure base is used to calculate the City’s Annual Expenditure Limitation (AEL), which determines how much the City may spend each year under Arizona law. The measure does not create a new tax, increase existing tax rates, or authorize additional revenues. Instead, it would allow the City to spend revenues it already collects and lawfully receives. For additional information, visit YumaAz.gov/Prop436.
Proposition 437 would amend the City Charter to base candidate nomination petition signature requirements on valid ballots cast in the preceding primary municipal election instead of the preceding general municipal election. The requirement would remain 3% to 5% of valid ballots cast.
Voters can learn more about the propositions at YumaAz.gov/Elections and review the full ballot language in the City’s 2026 Publicity Pamphlet, available in English and Spanish.
Early voting
In-person early voting will be available October 7 through October 30 at the former Board of Supervisors Auditorium (198 S. Main Street). Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, with extended hours until 7 p.m. Friday, October 30.
Eight secure ballot drop boxes are accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and close at 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 3. Locations include the Yuma County Recorder’s Office (298 S. Main Street) and the Yuma County Main Library (2951 S. 21st Drive). A complete list of drop-box locations is available on the City’s voter information webpage.
Friday, October 23, is the last day to request an early ballot by mail and the recommended last day to mail a completed ballot. After October 23, voters are encouraged to return completed ballots to a designated drop box or to a vote center on Election Day.
Completed ballots must be received by 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 3. Postmarks do not count. Voters should sign, date, and provide a current phone number on the affidavit envelope included with their ballot.
Election Day
Vote centers will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 3. City of Yuma voters may cast their ballot at any vote center and will need to bring proper identification.
For voting locations and additional information, visit the City’s voter information webpage.
Yuma Family Pumpkin Patch
Date: October 9th - 25th, 2026
Time: Fridays 6pm-9pm / Saturdays 6pm-9pm / Sundays 6pm-8pm
Location: 3625 South Ave 5E, Yuma, AZ
Cost: $5 + 1 canned food item (ages 3 and younger are free)
Family Fun for Everyone hosted by Champion Church!
More details at: https://yumafamilypumpkinpatch.com/
Ton's of fun and excitement await you and your family at the Yuma Family Pumpkin Patch this year! From tractor-train rides to face-painting, jumpy-castles, an obstacle course, live animals, food and refreshments, and of course, lots of pumpkins!
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Priscilla Shirer; Going Beyond Virtual Event
Date: Saturday,October 17th
Time: 9:00am-3:30pm (doors open at 8:30am)
Location: Foothills Southern Baptist Church
13148 E 40th Street, Yuma AZ 85367
Cost: $35 (includes lunch and snacks)
Register at www.foothillsfamily.net Click on the Going Beyond picture on the homepage
https://foothillssbc.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3859129
Join us on October 17th for a day of worship, bible teaching, prayer and fellowship! Cost of $35 includes snacks and lunch.
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2026 Crossroads Mission Jubilee! A 1950s Bash!
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location: Pivot Point Conference Center, Yuma
Join Crossroads Mission for an unforgettable evening of dinner, dancing, live music, raffles, auction, and a powerful testimony of life transformation.
Sponsorship of the Jubilee positions your business as a champion of hope, restoration, and lasting impact in our community.
For details visit https://crossroadsmission.org/
For information on how to be a sponsor click Read More
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Aspire Women’s Event
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
Time: 4pm Doors Open
Location: Christ Lutheran Church 2555 S. Engler Ave. Yuma, AZ
Purchase tickets at: https://aspirewomensevents.com/yuma-az-fall-2026/
Or by calling the Aspire office 480-812-1100
1 Night - 3 Hours Just for Women
An evening full of laughter, learning, stories & music featuring author & Bible teacher Melissa Spoelstra, comedy by Kay Dodd, and music by Lindsay McCaul.
Tickets:
General Admission- $30
VIP/Reserved- $40
VIP/Reserved group of 10 or more- $35
VIP/Reserved includes reserved seats and a snack bag.
36th Annual Colorado River Crossing Balloon Festival
Date: Friday, November13th - Saturday, November 14th - Sunday, November 15th, 2026
Time: 6am - 9:30pm (See schedule of events)
Location: Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex (1700 E 8th St) Yuma, AZ
Prepare to be amazed as hot air balloons paint the skies of Yuma with a vibrant palette of colors. Join us for a weekend filled with?awe-inspiring moments, family-friendly activities, and the enchanting Desert Balloon Glow. All at our NEW LOCATION. Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex (1700 E 8th St)
More information at https://www.caballeros.org/colorado-river-crossing-hot-air-balloon-festival/
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Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church is holding their annual Craft and Bake sale Saturday November 14th from 9:00 am to1:00 pm. Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church is located at 11201 E 38th Place in the Foothills.
Get a head start on your Christmas shopping. Many have been busy making a variety of crafts
and baked goods, including items for your home or gift giving.
Come early, items go fast! All proceeds go to local charities.
If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact Kathy Richardson at 530-680-2422.
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Wreaths Across America
Date: December 19th, 2026
Time: 10am
Location: Desert Lawn Memorial Park, Yuma, AZ
Please help us Remember, Honor, and Teach on December 19, 2026 at 10:00 am (MST) (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony) by sponsoring a wreath, volunteering, or inviting friends to help.
More details HERE.
