My Douglas Schools

Darcy and Norma,

The Voice of Douglas are interested in interviewing you about the U of A Cooperative Extention and the 4-H Summer Program at Joe Carlson and all your community events planned. This is a great avenue to get the word out. Since you live in Sierra Vista, we could ask Danny what time would work best for your interview.

Please let Danny know if you are interested in being interviewed.

Thanks in advance,

Lucy Rosario

CTE Counselor

1500 E. 15 Street

Douglas, AZ 85602

lrosario@dusd.k12.az.us

520-364-3462 Ext. 2157

Fax: 520-805-4171

From: dannyandmartha@aol.com [mailto:dannyandmartha@aol.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 11:29 PM
To: dannydjmorales@gmail.com
Subject: From Your Greater Douglas Chamber of Commerce: Tuesday, 30 April 2013

All:

Please feel free to share widely and contact me if you or your organization know of upcoming events or recurring meetings you would like posted in these bi-weekly emails. Please email information and flyers to info@douglasazchamber.org. Thank you!

Danny dj Morales
Secretary, Volunteer, and Proud Member (Voice of Douglas)
Greater Douglas Chamber of Commerce
Join and share us today
(http://douglasazchamber.org/content/gdcoc-membership)
(http://www.facebook.com/douglasazchamber)

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MEMBER NEWS & EVENTS

* Voice of Douglas interviews from the Family Leadership Institute's Graduation in Douglas on Saturday 27 April (stay tuned for more VoD media from the event)
- Alex Boneo's interview with Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch, LTC, USA (Ret.)
-- http://tiny.cc/vod_consuelo_english
- Entrevista con Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch con Alex Boneo
-- http://tiny.cc/vdd_consuelo_espanol

* Chamber Luncheon for May
- 11:45AM - 1:00PM, Thursday, 02 May, DUSD Patio, Corner of A Avenue and 12th Street
- Presenter and Topic: Tommy Bassett III on Coffee and Immigration
- Free Lunch courtesy of Just Coffee with special menu entrees by El Chef Mexican Restaurant

* Chamber Board Meeting for May
7:30AM, Thursday, 09 May, El Chef Restaurant, Corner of A Avenue and 11th Street

* TEACHERS: U of A Reading Endorsement for Teachers
- Class runs across the summer, students choose time frame to complete
- Must have valid elementary or early childhood education certificate with
- Must have at least 3 years full time teaching experience
- http://www.mydouglasaz.com/2013/04/ua-reading-endorsement-for-teachers.html

* Arizona Workforce Development Job List for Cochise County 29 Apr 2013 (http://tiny.cc/cochise_joblist_29apr2013)

* FREE Baby Food Basics Workshop
- 3:00PM, Wednesday, 01 May, Sierra Vista Health & Social Services Department, 4115 E Foothills Drive, Sierra Vista
- Info: (520) 458-8278 Ext 2135 OR hvaughn@email.arizona.edu
- Sponsored in part by The University of Arizona, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
- Flyer: http://tiny.cc/baby_food_basics

* AZ Workforce Career Fair
- 11:00AM - 3:00PM, Thursday, 16 May, Windemere Hotel & Conference Center, 2047 South Highway 92 Sierra Vista
- Vendor Registration: http://tiny.cc/career_fair_16may2013
- Flyer: http://tiny.cc/spring_career_fair_2013

* Deadline for our Promotional Booklets is Thursday 02 May: Want to appear in our promotional booklet? Once again we are assembling advertisement and coupon booklets for area businesses and organizations. If you would like for yours to appear, please provide 250 count, half-page advertisements OR coupons on 8-1/2 x 11 inch paper (same coupon/ad top & bottom - can be double-sided) to Susan Kramer at 936 F Avenue Suite B (Southwestern Carpet). Your coupons/ads, do not have to be cut. Just print and drop off 250 sheets with one ad or coupon on top and the same on the bottom. We will cut and assemble from there. Thanks!

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UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

* Cochise County Networking Coalition Meeting
- Wednesday, 01 May, Tombstone Community Congregational Church, 2nd and Allen Street
- Doors open at 8:00AM for networking
- Meeting starts at 8:30AM
- http://www.mydouglasaz.com/2013/04/may-cochise-county-networking-coalition.html

* Douglas Youth Empowerment Fair
- 11:30AM - 2:15PM, Thursday, 02 May, Douglas High School Gym
- Calling all non-profits, government organizations, volunteer programs, employers, local libraries, health departments, universities, colleges and youth organizations
- Info/Booth Reservations: juangomez@azdes.gov or aromero@cenpatico.com
- Sponsored by Cenpatico, Department of Economic Security, and Douglas High School
- Flyer and Booth Registration Form: http://tiny.cc/youth_empowerment
- Flyer: http://www.mydouglasaz.com/2013/04/3rd-annual-douglas-high-school-youth.html

* Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona 1st Annual Baby Camp
- Friday - Sunday, 03-05 May, Girl Scout Hacienda, 3101 N. Sabino Canyon Road, Tucson
- Looking for pregnant and parenting teens ages 13-19
- Mothers welcome to bring up to 2 children under 5
- Info: (520) 319-3160 or lrich@girlscoutssoaz.org
- Register by 5:00PM, Friday, 26 April
- Flyer and Registration Form: http://tiny.cc/girl_scouts_baby_camp

* 2nd Annual Bisbee Community Network Health Information Fair
- 9:00AM - 12:00PM, Friday, 03 May, Safeway Plaza, Bisbee
- http://tiny.cc/bisbee_healthfair_2013

* FREE Webinar: "SUDDEN DEATH: Psychiatric and suicide risks among student athletes"
- 6:00PM - 7:30PM MST, Wednesday, 08 May
- Register: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/279948890
- Flyer: http://www.mydouglasaz.com/2013/04/free-webinar-sports-and-suicide-call-to.html

* Turning Point Community Organizations Meeting and Updates
7:30AM – 9:00AM, Wednesday, 15 May, Douglas Fire Station, 1400 10th Street

* UPDATED: March for Mental Health and Call for Booths
- 7:00AM, Saturday, 18 May, Apache Middle School 3305 E. Fry Blvd, Sierra Vista
- Info: www.marchformentalhealth.org or (520) 459-3228
- Hosted by National Alliance on Mental Illness, Southeastern Arizona (NAMI SEAZ)
- Booth Application: http://tiny.cc/5k_for_mental_illness
- UPDATED for Packet: http://tiny.cc/nami_5k_packet
- UPDATED Packet Includes: Flyer, Vendor/Provider Application, Marcher Registration, Sponsorship Levels, Intro to NAMI

* 12th Annual Copper Classic Car & Motorcycle Show
- 10:00AM - 3:00PM, Saturday, 18 May, Main Street, Bisbee, Arizona
- Registration 8:00AM - 10:00AM
- Hosted by The Bisbee Chamber of Commerce and Co-sponsored by The City of Bisbee
- Flyers and Registration Form: http://tiny.cc/copper_classic_2013

* SKYWARN Weather Spotter Training
- 6:00PM - 7:30PM, Thursday, 30 May, Douglas Visitor Center, 345 16th Street
- FREE training for general public to become trained SKYWARN weather spotters
- Sponsored by the National Weather Service and the City of Douglas
- Info: (520) 670-6526 or Kenneth.Drozd@noaa.gov
- Flyer: http://tiny.cc/douglas_weather_spotter

* Senior Meals Golf Benefit: "A Wonderful Day for Golf"
- 8:00AM (shotgun start), Saturday, 15 June, San Pedro Golf Course, 926 N. Madison Street, Benson
- Cost: $45 per person includes a cart and lunch
- Tee box sponsorships available for $100 each giving sponsors countywide mention
- Proceeds go to Northern Cochise County Senior Meals, a program of Catholic Community Services
- http://www.bensonnews-sun.com/news/article_ebda6a50-a6f3-11e2-bae2-0019bb2963f4.html

* McDonald's Backpack Saturday
- 8:00AM, Saturday, 27 July at participating McDonald's stores
- Participating store locations: Douglas, Benson, Willcox, Sierra Vista (1802 Fry Blvd), and Sierra Vista (Canyon de Flores)
- First 100 children who's visit a participating McDonald's receive a FREE Backpack!
- Flyer: http://tiny.cc/mcd_backpack_saturday

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READING & LITERATURE EVENTS IN DOUGLAS

* Douglas Public Library Book Club for Adults Discussion
- 7:00PM, Thursday, 23 May, Library Conference Room
- Discussing Nickel and Dimed (open to all)
- Copies of the book may be obtained from the Library Staff
- https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPublicLibraryBookClub

* Douglas Public Library's Poetry Contest
- Three Categories: (1) 3rd grade to 5th grade, (2) 6th to 8th grade & (3) 9th to 12th grade
- Contestants submitted poems 01 - 25 April
- Winner will be announced Tuesday, 30 April during Dia del Nino Evening Storytime
- Info: (520) 417-7358 or veronica.juarez-carrillo@douglasaz.gov

* Douglas Public Library Recurring Events Info: (520) 417-7358 OR Veronica.juarez-carillo@douglasaz.org
- Hora de Cuentos Y Diversion (Spanish Storytime), Tuesdays, 10:15AM
- Tween/Teen Craft Time, 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 2:00PM - 3:00PM
- Tween/Teen Council, 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 3:00PM - 4:00PM
- Latina/Latino Literature & Writing Workshop, 1st Fridays, 3:00PM - 4:00PM (http://tiny.cc/latina_o_writing_workshop)
- Reader's Theatre, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 2:00PM-3:00PM
- Comic Book Club, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 3:00PM - 4:00PM

* Friends of the Douglas Public Library on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/FriendsoftheDouglasPublicLibrary

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RECURRING MEETINGS & EVENTS IN DOUGLAS

* Mondays: Al-Anon Meeting, 7:00PM, Douglas Public Library, 10th Street and F Avenue

* Tuesdays: Douglas Rotary Club, 12:00PM - 1:00PM, El Alamo Restaurant, 1449 G Avenue

* Thursdays: Weight Watchers, 5:00PM, Douglas Government Center, 10th Street and G Avenue, Info: (520) 364-3953

* Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays: Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:00PM, St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 9th Street and D Avenue

* 1st Thursdays: Greater Douglas Chamber of Commerce Luncheon, 11:45AM - 1:00PM, DUSD Patio, Corner of A Avenue and 12th Street

* 2nd Thursdays: Greater Douglas Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting, 7:30AM, El Chef Restaurant, Corner of A Avenue and 11th Street

* 2nd Wednesdays: City Council Regular Meeting, 6:00PM, City Hall, 425 10th Street

* 3rd Wednesdays: Turning Point Community Organizations Meeting, 7:30AM, Douglas Fire Station, 1400 10th Street

* 3rd Thursdays: Douglas Community Coalition/Advisory Meeting, 12:00PM - 2:00PM, Pinal Hispanic Council Wellness Room, 1940 11th Street

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VOLUNTEER BULLETIN & SPIRIT OF DOUGLAS

* Volunteers Needed!!!
- The Douglas Historical Society
-- Recruiting docents to guide tours of the Douglas-Williams House Museum
-- Contact Lea Dodge: 805-0086 or leadodge@gmail.com

* Please email your volunteer initiatives and requests for the public assistance with contact information to spiritofdouglas@gmail.com.

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UPDATED - DOUGLAS AREA TRANSIT INFORMATION

* Douglas Rides Information
- Fares per Ride: Seniors 60 & Over are 50 Cents, Adults 19-59 are $1, Students 7-18 are 75 cents, Kids 6 & Under are FREE with paid adult, Disabled are 50 cents
- Midtown Route: Mondays-Saturdays, 8:00AM-5:00PM
- Pirtleville and Bay Acres Route: Mondays-Fridays, 8:00AM-2:30PM
- Elfrida & McNeal Route: Every other Friday (March 8th, 22nd, etc.) I81 & Jefferson at Corner Store in Elfrida, I91 & McNeal Road in McNeal
- Cochise College Route See Summer Session Schedules Below: (http://www.douglasaz.org/pdf/Human%20Resources/2012/Bus%20Schedule%20121412.pdf)
- UPDATE: Cochise College 28 May - 20 June: (http://www.douglasaz.org/pdf/Housing/2013/Copy%20of%20summer%201%20schedule%20college.pdf)
- UPDATE: Cochise College 24 June - 01 August: (http://www.douglasaz.org/pdf/Housing/2013/Copy%20of%20summer%202%20schedule%20college.pdf)
- Douglas Rides Program and Card Info: (http://www.douglasaz.org/pdf/Housing/2013/City%20of%20Douglas%20Rides%20Program.pdf)
- Rides to Douglas Merchants Report from 01 Nov 2012 to 23 Feb 2013
(http://tiny.cc/rides2merchants_23Feb2013)
- Douglas Rides Program Needs Your Help: Donations Accepted from Merchants and Individuals
- Info: (520) 364-4474, All Information is Courtesy City of Douglas Transportation Department

* Travel Information
- Latest Road Conditions in Cochise County: http://www.az511.gov/adot/files/traffic
- 7 Day Douglas Forecast: http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?CityName=Douglas&state=AZ
- Webcam over Old Bisbee/HWY 80: http://www.wunderground.com/webcams/OldBisbee/1/show.html

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SPECIAL ITEMS

* UA South Transition to Teaching Fellows
- Website: http://t2t-azborderlands.org/
- Flyer: http://www.mydouglasaz.com/2013/04/change-someones-life-ua-south.html

* Behavioral Health Sciences Online Certification Program
- Flyer: http://tiny.cc/behavioral_health_cert
- Sponsored by: Cenpatico in partnership with Glendale Community College and ADHS/DBHS

* Article: "Coverage OK'd for officers' survivors"
- By Howard Fischer, Capitol Media Services
- http://www.douglasdispatch.com/articles/2013/04/25/news/doc5178161538413246043558.txt

* Article: "Obama Administration Simplifies, Significantly Shortens Application for Health Insurance'
- By Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
- http://tiny.cc/simplified_health_app

* Governor Brewer's Medicaid Plan
http://www.azgovernor.gov/Medicaid.asp

* Article: "SAMHSA Headlines: $11.3 Million Available in Grants"
- By Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration
- http://www.mydouglasaz.com/2013/04/samhsa-headlines-113-million-available.html

* Conference: Early Childhood Summit featuring David Lawrence Jr.
- Sponsored by Arizona First Things First
- http://www.mydouglasaz.com/2013/04/early-childhood-summit-featuring-david.html

* Webinars: National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month 2013
- Flyer: http://www.mydouglasaz.com/2013/04/last-chance-to-register-for-national.html
- Are You Ready?: Wednesday, 15 May, 10:00AM - 11:00AM MST
-- Register: http://changematrix.createsend5.com/t/j-l-jdkdkyl-tlhuukdi-m/
- Our Strength and Support: Wednesday, 17 July, 10:00AM - 11:00AM MST
-- Register: http://changematrix.createsend5.com/t/j-l-jdkdkyl-tlhuukdi-c/

* Casa del Sol Community for Senior and/or Disable now excepting applications
- Flyer: http://tiny.cc/casa_del_sol
- Info: (520) 335-6010

* US Chamber of Commerce Western Regional Update:
- Topics: Spirit of Enterprise Award Winners / Immigration Reform / Tax Reform / Early Bird Discounts for Government Affairs Conferences
- http://www.mydouglasaz.com/2013/04/uscc-western-regional-update-spirit-of.html

* Grant Opportunities from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
- Funding to promote immigrant civic integration and prepare permanent residents for citizenship
- Accepting applications now until Wednesday, 22 May
- Funding Opportunity: DHS-13-CIS-010-002
- Information page: http://tiny.cc/USCIS_Grants_FY2013

* Grant Opportunities from Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office)
- Accepting applications now until 7:59 EDT, Wednesday, 22 May 2013
- http://www.mydouglasaz.com/2013/04/announcement-grant-funding-for-law.html

* Article: "Boston Marathon Tragedy: Providing Psychological First Aid to Those Affected"
- By Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration
- http://www.mydouglasaz.com/2013/04/boston-marathon-tragedy-providing.html

* Disaster Relief Community Project for West Texas
- Flyer: http://www.mydouglasaz.com/2013/04/disaster-relief-community-project-for.html
- Collecting now until end of May
- Info: (520) 272-5250 or lariosi@yahoo.com
- Sponsored by Girls Helping Girls & Wings for Women

* City of Benson Call for 4th of July Vendors
- Events include parade, water fight by firefighters, and fair with food, music, and laser show
- Consolidated Letter/Application: http://tiny.cc/benson_july4th_vendors
- Applications are due Friday, 21 June

* Douglas Aviation History Exhibit and Ceremony
- Exhibit Open from Wednesday NOW until Saturday 25 May
- Location: All events at the Douglas Government Center
- Closing Reception & Film Screening: Saturday, 25 May, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
- Flyers: http://tiny.cc/douglas_aviation_2013 (REVISED CLOSING DATE 25 MAY)
- Updated Flyer: http://tiny.cc/douglas_aviation_ceremony

* Webinars: Community Data Project I and II
- The Community Data Project Part I, 11:30-12:30, Tuesday, 07 May
- The Community Data Project Part II, 11:30AM - 12:30PM, Tuesday, 21 May
- Flyer Link: http://www.mydouglasaz.com/2013/04/cdp-webinars-may-7-21-2013.html
- Webinar Link: https://connect.asu.edu/cdp/

* Grant Opportunities from United Way of Sierra Vista & Cochise County
- Services must be provided in Bisbee, Douglas or Naco areas
- Other guidelines apply
- Up to $3,000 to eligible programs
- Deadline: Wednesday, 15 May
- Flyer: http://tiny.cc/cochise_grants_2013

* Immigration Presentations Available Upon Request in Douglas Courtesy of United States Citizenship and Immigration Services
- Presentations Include:
-- Immigration 101 (English and Spanish): Basic immigration process. How do I apply for a relative?
-- Naturalization 101 (English and Spanish): How do I become a US Citizen?
-- Citizenship 101: Am I already a U.S. citizen? How can I find out?
-- Deferred Action: Commonly known as the "Dreamer's Act"
-- Other Q&A information sessions are available upon request to include: employment based immigration, seasonal foreign workers (please be as specific as possible)
- Presented by Connie L. Romero, Acting Community Relations Officer, Tucson Field Office
- Info: Connie.L.Romero@uscis.dhs.gov OR (520) 620-7532
- Must Request Via Form: http://tiny.cc/uscis_presentations

* Benefits Chart effective 01 April 2013
- Provided by SEAGO Area Agency on Aging
- http://tiny.cc/benefits_chart_apr_2013

* May 2013 Calendar of Visiting Specialists at The University of Arizona Medical Center – Multi-Specialty Office in Sierra Vista
http://tiny.cc/uasvspecialists_may13

* New At Risk Youth Grants Available
- http://www.mydouglasaz.com/2012/12/new-at-risk-youth-grants.html
- 2013 Deadlines: 01 July
- Grants to support youth mentorship programs and youth mentors
- The foundation awards mostly Minnesota programs, but has awarded grants in other states
- Eligibility limited to non-profits and faith-based groups
- Sponsored by The Carlson Family Foundation

* DDGamble Guest Lodge's Wounded Warriors Mini-Vacation Project
- Saturday, 17 August Fundraiser
- Flyer: http://tiny.cc/w_warriors_vacations_1
- Voice of Douglas Interview on 07 February: http://livestre.am/4kwbc
- Info: Alicia@minidreamsllc.com or (520) 558-1088

* 2013 Annual Southwestern School for Behavioral Health Studies
- Sunday-Thursday, 18-22 August, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Tucson
- http://www.mydouglasaz.com/2013/03/save-date-for-annual-southwestern.html

* Douglas High School Library Recycling Program (http://tiny.cc/dhs_library_recycle)
- DHS Library, via school mail, 7:00AM - 2:40PM
- Johnson Cleaners, 607 12th Street, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Southwest Carpets, 936 F Avenue, 10:00AM - 5:00PM

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MEMBERS OF YOUR GREATER DOUGLAS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Advanced Call Center Technologies: 1701 E 10th St. Douglas, AZ 85607
APS: (520) 364-4451
Arizona Lifeline: (520) 488-2126
Arizona Workforce Connection-One Stop: (520) 458-9309
Burk's Towing: (520) 508-0938
Cochise Country Republicans: (520) 459-0208
Copper Queen Medical Associates: (520) 364-7659
Decorating Den: (520) 364-6238
DMD Hearts & Hooves and DD Gamble Guest Lodge: (520) 558-1088
Douglas Family Health: (520) 364-1194
Edward Jones Investments: (520) 364-1330
Everett J Jones Real Estate: (520) 364-8497
Fiesta Auto Insurance: (520) 990-9764
Just Coffee Inc: (520) 364-3532
Kristine L. Gomez DDS., PPC: (520) 364-9718
Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest: (520) 805-1579
Matchett Law Firm: (520) 364-3844
Monika Patience, CPA: (520) 432-3530
Ortega's Stores Inc: 836 G Ave Douglas, AZ 85607
Southwestern Carpet: (520) 508-1771
Southwest Gas: (520) 805-0277
Stuckey, Roy Joe & Ruth: 6567 N San Luis Obispo Driver Douglas, AZ 85607
The University of Arizona - South: (520) 439-6880
Two Flags Computer: (520) 805-3333
Voice of Douglas: (520) 364-1102

Members: please email me to update/change contact information - thanks!

My Douglas Schools

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RE: From Your Greater Douglas Chamber of Commerce: Tuesday, 30 April 2013

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Voice of Douglas: Alex Boneo interviews Lucy Rosario 25 Jan 2012