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THE SWEET SMELL OF CITRUS

VisitMesa — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:45:49 +0000

Hello, my name is Gayle and I’m known in the office as the resident birdwatcher, hiker, and gardener. I’d like to be able to say that I can pick oranges from my backyard tree but it was planted about a year ago and is too young.

So, what do I do when I want some tasty citrus? Take a drive to the original Orange Patch on Lehi Road. It reminds me of walking into a Midwestern produce market. Right inside the door are samples of navel oranges, grapefruit, tangerines, and Arizona sweets — so you can try before you buy. The market also has honey, nuts, chocolate, jams & jellies, dates, ice cream cones, snack mixes and a whole lot more. I recently visited the Orange Patch to have navel oranges shipped to Illinois, Michigan, and Washington. Friends and relatives look forward to receiving some homegrown Mesa citrus every year. They tell me it’s like receiving sunshine in a box. Of course I came home with a 20-pound sack of sweet and juicy navels for my local family and friends. Nothing like locally-grown – how sweet it is!

Mesa Restaurants participate in Arizona Restaurant Week!!

GoGo Ginger — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 18:28:58 +0000

Arizona Restaurant Week 2011

PARTICIPATING MESA RESTAURANTS

The Landmark Restaurant
American
$30
Includes Appetizer, Entrée, Dessert and one (1) Glass of
house wine
Make Your Reservation: 480-962-4652
809 W. Main St.
Mesa,AZ85201
http://www.landmarkrestaurant.com/

Carrabba’s Italian Grill – Mesa
Italian
2 for $30
Includes: Appetizer, Soup or Salad, Entrée and Dessert
Make Your Reservation: (480) 654-9099
1740 S. Clearview
Mesa, AZ 85209
http://www.carrabbas.com/restaurant/locations/AZ/Mesa/Mesa/

Rotolo’s Pizzeria
Italian
2 for $30
Includes: Appetizer, Entrée and Dessert
Make Your Reservation: (480) 246-8546
1641 S Stapley Dr
Mesa, AZ 85204
http://www.pizzamesaaz.com/

Bogey’s Steak & Seafood
Steak
$30
Includes Appetizer, Entrée, Dessert and one (1) Glass of
house wine or draft beer
Make Your Reservation: 480-396-4000 ext 202
7555 E Eagle Crest Drive
Mesa ,AZ 85207
http://www.lassendas.com/

About Arizona Restaurant Week:
Residents and visitors alike are encouraged to channel their inner foodie and make reservations at Arizona’s premiere restaurants.
Participating restaurants are not only known for their exceptional cuisine, they also spare no expense to give diners an extraordinary atmosphere for a special night on the town!Guests will enjoy Arizona’s finest fare at a special discount price. Each restaurant will offer a three-course dinner menu of signature dishes for $20, $30 or $40 per person, excluding beverages, tax and gratuity unless otherwise noted. Also look for a wine glass icon next to a restaurant listing denoting the inclusion of a beverage within the price point. Other symbols to look for are a “GF”, this denotes Gluten-Free options and a “V” denotes vegetarian options are available.
We strongly suggest making reservations in advance as restaurants may fill up very quickly.

http://arizonarestaurantweek.com/

It’s not too hot for this Farmer’s Market – Indoors!

GoGo Ginger — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 15:28:51 +0000

Super Farm Market is the ONLY Indoor Farmers Market ON A FARM!
Open year-round: Thursdays 4:30pm-7:30pm

The Summer heat hasn’t stopped the Farmers, Ranchers & Business Owners from getting their work done. Super Farm Market is EVERY Thursday night from 4:30pm-7:30pm at Superstition Farm.

This Thursday you can find:

*Farmers with Fresh Organic Produce including but not limited to: Eggplant, Armenian Cucumbers, Carrots, Sweet onions, Green Onions, Spaghetti Squash, Acorn Squash, Zucchini/Summer Squash, Tomatoes, Apples.

*Ranchers with Grass Fed Beef & Free Range Chickens

PLUS
artisans that include Dairy, Fresh Baked Bread, Raw Honey, Eggs, Natural Dog Treats, Salsa, Beauty Products, Gourmet Smoked Salts & Peppercorns, Vegan Crackers, Multiple Types of Cheeses & Butters, Toffee & Brittles, Udder Delights Ice Cream is Available plus Much Much More!!

Dinner is available from Local Food Trucks that will be serving up Burgers, Fry Bread, Tacos & More to have a Family Dinner on a Farm!

Activities for the Kids: Petting Zoo is available (free admission), Feed and hayrides available for only $1. Horse rides 6pm-7:30pm for $3. Milk Bar with 12 Flavors for only $1, Arizona Snow Pit is Free to run
around in and Cool off with the Water Hose!!

Supporting LOCAL has never been easier. You’re local dollars make more “cents” staying
locally. “Put your money where your house is.” (credit LocalFirstAZ.com)Please, join us Thursday on the Farm from 4:30-7:30PM
3440 S. Hawes Rd Mesa, Az 85212
(602) 432-6865

“Like” the Super Farm Market on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/SuperFarmMarket

Desert Belle’s 2011 Memorial Day Weekend Special!

GoGo Ginger — Wed, 25 May 2011 17:47:20 +0000

** SPECIAL PRICE TO ALL MILITARY PERSONNEL – 50% off **

All United States Active and Retired Military Personnel may enjoy any public cruise this weekend at a 50% discount! ($10 adults, $9 seniors 60+)
The Desert Belle Captains and Crew want to THANK YOU for your service to our country.
Please present your Military ID to receive this special discount.

Cruise times:
Saturday 5/28 12:30, 6:00PM
Sunday 5/29 12:30, 3:00PM
Monday 5/30 12:30, 3:00PM
Regular Price: $20/adults $18/seniors 60+ $10/kids from 5 to 12 kids under 5 free

Military Price: $10/adults $9/seniors 60+ (no additional discounts)

** SATURDAY NIGHT HAPPY HOUR ENTERTAINMENT CRUISE **
Saturday 5/28 6:00PM – Jazz Group Luckey & Wilson
Join us Saturday night for Jazz Entertainment with Donna Wilson & Todd Luckey
Drink Specials: Beer and Wine for only $2.00

Book Online www.desertbelle.com or call 480-984-2425 or 1-877-749-2848 extension 701 to book by phone.

The Desert Belle is located at the Saguaro Lake Marina, 14011 N Bush Highway Mesa, AZ 85215

City of Mesa: Community Day of Play – 3/19/11

GoGo Ginger — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 16:55:42 +0000

Don’t forget to download your $1 off coupon for the next Community Day of Play event at Pioneer Park, 526 E. Main St., on Saturday, March 19 from noon to 4 p.m.

Admission to the Community Day of Play is $6 per child for unlimited access to rides, carnival games, obstacle courses and a petting zoo.

Adults are free. Check your Mesa Utility bill for a $1 off coupon or visit this link to download one: http://www.mesaaz.gov/parksrec/PDFs/DayofPlayflyerMar19.pdf

All games are geared towards children from preschool to 8th grade. Other fun activities include three performances by Arizona Disc Dogs, All YoYo, arts and crafts presented by Michael’s, music provided by X103.9 and Police and Fire vehicles will be on display. Food and vendors will also be available.

Mesa’s official “Day of Play” was proclaimed by Mayor Scott Smith on February 26, 2011. This is the second year in a row that the City of Mesa was awarded “Playful City USA” by KaBoom!, a national non-profit organization dedicated to saving play for America’s children by creating playspaces in the community.

“Bringing play back to our local parks is what it’s all about,” Mesa Parks, Recreation and Commercial Facilities Director, Marc Heirshberg said. “I encourage our residents to come out and play and enjoy what our department has to offer to you.”

All proceeds from Community Day of Play events go towards awarding scholarships to children who cannot afford summer recreation programs.

City of Mesa: Day of Play - 3/19/11

Chance to win Cubs Spring Training Tickets at Mesa’s Community Day of Play

GoGo Ginger — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 17:33:19 +0000

Community Day of Play 3-5-11

There will be two chances to win a pair of Cubs Spring Training tickets at the next Community Day of Play on Saturday, March 5 at Skyline Park, 655 S. Crismon Road from noon to 4 p.m. A raffle drawing for the tickets will be held at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Admission has also been reduced to $6 per child for unlimited access to rides, games and the petting zoo. Parents are free. Save even more money by downloading the $1 off coupon at: http://www.mesaaz.gov/parksrec/PDFs/DOPMAR11.pdf

All games are geared towards children from preschool to 8th grade. Other fun activities include three performances by Arizona Disc Dogs, All YoYo, arts and crafts presented by Michael’s and Police and Fire vehicles will be on display. Food and vendors will also be available.

All proceeds from Community Day of Play events go towards awarding scholarships to children who cannot afford summer recreation programs.

…GoGo Ginger…

❤Sweethearts on Main❤ – Downtown Mesa’s 2nd Friday Night Out❣

GoGo Ginger — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 01:00:28 +0000

2nd Friday Night Out - February 2011

…GoGo Ginger….

♪ ♬ Out to Lunch Spring 2011 Concert Series @ Mesa Arts Center ♪ ♬

GoGo Ginger — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 18:05:28 +0000

Out to Lunch Spring 2011 Concert Series @ Mesa Arts Center

Mesa Arts Center is bringing back its popular free outdoor concert series in the fall! Bring your lunch and enjoy live music in a serene setting. Concerts will be held on Thursdays on the Wells Fargo Garden from 12:30-1:30pm, Free.

February 3, 2011: Nazim Rashid & New Renaissance • “An Acoustic Jazz Experience”

February 10, 2011: Joe Gilboy Quintet + Two • “A tribute to George Shearing”

February 17, 2011: Jan Sandwich Trio • “Jazz”

February 24: The Arizona Trio • “Folk”

March 3: Bad Cactus Brass Band • “New Orleans Jazz”

March 10: Liam Mackey and Tim Sadow • “Rollicking traditional and original Irish tunes”

March 17: Tramor • “Celtic – American – Traditional”

March 24: Scott Schaefer and Marina Miyoshi • “New Age Jazz”

March 31: JT’s Island Steel • “Steel Drums”

(480) 644-6500, www.mesaartscenter.com

…GoGo Ginger…

Free Time at Mesa Museums

GoGo Ginger — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 17:35:19 +0000

GoGo Ginger, here again! Need something free to do with the family ????
Come downtown Mesa and take part in 3–4–Free!!

Special event extended through October 2010, held on the first Sunday of each month

The Mesa Contemporary Arts, Arizona Museum of Natural History, and Arizona Museum for Youth will all be free to the general public from noon to 5pm. All three museums are located within walking distance of each other.
Not only can you visit the dinosaurs and pan for gold at the Arizona Museum of Natural History, but you can experience their current exhibits where you can learn about Mesa’s first residents in “Hohokam! Ancient Monuments of the Salt River Valley”.

AZ Museum of Natural History

Arizona Museum for Youth’s feature hand on exhibits for the little ones.

The Mesa Contemporary Arts is open for the new 2009-2010 exhibition season.

For more information on 3-4-Free Series: http://mesaartscenter.com/3ForFree.htm

Museums direct:
AZ Museum of Natural History: (480) 644-2230 www.azmnh.org
AZ Museum for Youth: (480) 644-2467 www.arizonamuseumforyouth.com
Mesa Contemporary Arts: (480) 644-6560 http://mesaartscenter.com/mca.aspx

Have a great time…. GoGo Ginger.

$$ Keeping Cool – for Free $$

GoGo Ginger — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:01:39 +0000

3 - 4 - Free, First Sunday

http://mesaartscenter.com/3ForFree.htm

GoGo Ginger here… planning for my holiday Staycation.
I am excite to combine my favorite two things to do this weekend, #1=Free #2=Museums (staying cool in the summer).

We are mid-way through our wonderful year of 3-4-Free, 1st Sundays at the downtown Mesa museums, sponsored by Target (Noon-5pm). The museums have tallied record numbers since January, and I received an insiders tip…since families are planning on going out of town to escape the heat on this long holiday weekend….they anticipate the crowds to be manageable.

I am planning on ”landing on” the Mars exhibit, seeing “My Favorite Monster” and “meeting” Sergei Isupov at our museums. I am thinking I will head over to the new Il Vinaio Bar & Wine Bar and celebrate my independence with a toast to our country…with a Red, White, and Brew . (