| Beaver Creek eNews November 11, 2015 |
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Dear Neighbors
Happy Veteran's Day to veterans and to the families and friends who have been there for them now and throughout the years! The weather looks good today and for those who are not
 working it's a chance to get into any National Park without paying a fee. It's also a good day to take a veteran out for a meal. The list of participating restaurants is below and there are probably others who do not advertise nationally that would be glad to serve those who have served. A free lunch is also available at noon at Post 93 in Camp Verde especially for those who would like to see the fine uniform display.
Throughout November Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot are commemorating Native American Heritage Month with indigenous arts, crafts and cultural events. Some are highlighted in the special events list and the rest are in the flyer below.
Locally the annual food collection drive has begun to help stock the food bank at Beaver Creek School. Non-perishables may be left at Rask's Auto Service or at the Montezuma Rimrock Fire
 Station to be transported by Beaver Creek Transit.
The Beaver Creek School Holiday Meat Drive has also begun.
Beaver Creek School is accepting donations of turkeys and hams to distribute during the next two food distributions at the school. Please drop off your donation at the school during business hours Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 4 PM. Thank you for your support in helping community members have a better holiday season. Contact Karin Ward at Beaver Creek School for more information- 928-567-4631 or 928 713-0484.
Yavapai County Public Works will have a front-end loader at the County Annex in Cottonwood, 10 S 6th St, on Wednesday, 11/18. At 4 PM a truck from the Old Town Mission will pick up the collected food.
On Thanksgiving Day at 2 PM the Grace Community Lutheran Church is inviting anyone who would like to attend to come eat a free dinner and visit with old and new friends. Beaver Creek School will be providing free food this Saturday as usual from 7:45 AM to 9 AM.
There has been another episode in the continuing Rimrock Bee Saga. Resident Dorcas Gerace returned home from an extended RV trip to find a large hive of bees that Pastor Ken Miller removed on 11/2. He returned on 11/4 to collect a large amount from her office. She keeps after the stragglers with her vacuum and has now sealed their probable entrance. Dorcas warns you to keep a look out for a swarm of angry bees who have lost their queen.
On Sunday is a fine opportunity to tour the Rimrock Ranch House owned by former Beaver Creek School principal Judy McBride and to see the old Rock School. Ticket and parking information is in the flyer below. The following Saturday is the road cleanup sponsored by FOTW and the free dental screening for seniors at the Beaver Creek Adult Center. Pre-screen information forms are available at the Center for completion by participants who would like to save a little time during the visit. Denture wearers are welcomed at the screening.
The Kiwanis Christmas House will open next to Nikki's Grill in early December in order to raise funds for Christmas Adopt-a Family. Donations of crafts, decorations, tableware, clothing and other holiday items may be dropped off at the Kiwanis Clothes Closet.
See you in the neighborhood,
........the calendar crew
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Upcoming Special Events in November
Wednesday, 11/11--All National Parks will be fee-free in honor of Veteran's Day.
Wednesday, 11/11--Montezuma Castle will host a panel discussion about Native American experiences in the military from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (See flyer)
Thursday, 11/12--Russell Springs Sunset Hike with BC Trails Co. Meet at the trailhead at the south end of N Forestglen Rd at 4:30 PM. Phone Susan Sim at 928-325-0010 for the details.
Friday, 11/13--The OLLI Medicare 101 class is from 10 AM to 12 PM in the BC School Boardroom. This workshop discusses what Medicare Parts A and B will and won't pay for, how supplements and advantage plans protect against major financial loss, and how Part D prescription drug plans work. All overheads used in class are provided to students as handouts. Free for OLLI Members; $15 for non-members.
Saturday, 11/14--Old-style Hopi Katsina carving will be demonstrated by Raynard Lalo from 11 AM to 3 PM at Montezuma Castle. (See flyer)
Sunday, 11/15-The Historic Rimrock Ranch and Rock School Tour times are from 2 PM to 5 PM and parking is available at Beaver Creek School in Rimrock and shuttle transportation ONLY will be provided. The Beaver Creek Preservation and Historical Society (BCPHS) presents the historic Rimrock Ranch Tour and 1932 Beaver Creek Rock School open house. This is a fundraiser and tickets are $20 and limited. Tickets can be purchased from society members and at Candy's Creekside Cottage in McGuireville, Vintages in Rimrock, Crickets, the Beaver Creek Adult Center in Rollins Park in Lake Montezuma and at
www.beavercreekhistory.org. All proceeds go to the Beaver Creek Preservation and Historical Society. Don't miss this rare opportunity to tour the Historic Rimrock Ranch and Rock School! Call Judy McBride at 928-567-4648 for more information. (See flyer)
Saturday, 11/21-Cleanup Beaver Creek Rd from McGuireville to Rimrock business area. Meet at 8 AM at west end of Nikki's parking lot. Vests, pick-up sticks and bags will be supplied, or bring your own. Wear sturdy boots or shoes, long pants and long shirt. A hat and water are good to bring as well. This will be the last FOTW clean-up although a group of
 FOTW people may pick up this part ofthe road under another name. Everybody seems to think it is a good idea to help keep our community looking good.
Saturday, 11/21--Rollins Park holiday lighting for the trees in Rollins Park in the LM Village Square. Help is welcomed starting at 10 AM.
Saturday, 11/21-Free Dental Screenings for Seniors, 60 years and older, who reside in Camp Verde or the Beaver Creek area, will be provided in the Beaver Creek Adult Center from 9 AM to 3 PM. (See flyer and other info below)
Wednesday, 11/25-A Thanksgiving Eve Contemporary Service and Light Dinner will begin at Grace Community Lutheran Church at 6 PM.
Thursday, 11/26-A FREE Thanksgiving Dinner begins at 2 PM at the Grace Community Lutheran Church.
Saturday, 11/28--Montezuma Castle will have the honor of hosting a group of Hopi youth dancers performing the Clown Dance at 2:00 PM. Later that evening, under the light of the full moon, Ryon Polequaptewa and Thunder Boys will drum and play flutes while singing Hopi songs. (See flyer)
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Free Dental Screenings for Seniors
Northern Arizona University (NAU) Department of Dental Hygiene, in cooperation with Montezuma Family Dental (Dr Ryan Carter) will be providing free dental screenings at the Beaver Creek Adult Center on Saturday, November 21 for Seniors (60 years and older) who reside in Camp Verde and the Beaver Creek area. The Center is located at 4250 E. Zuni Way in Lake Montezuma. Screenings will be provided from 9 am - 3 pm on a "first come, first serve basis". Oral health education and referral information will also be provided. To save on "wait times", participants may obtain a Medical History Form at the Beaver Creek Adult Center prior to the day of the screening but remember to bring the completed Form with you the day of the dental screenings, November 21st. These Forms will be available at the Receptionist's Desk in the Beaver Creek Adult Center from November 2nd through November 21st. For additional information please contact Jeannette (567-5421).
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Regularly Scheduled Meetings & Activities from 11/10 Thru 11/20
Wednesday, 11/11-The MRFD Fire Auxiliary
meets at the station at 9:00 AM. Please contact Ken Stephens at 928-592-0118 for more information.
Thursday, 11/12--The Verde Valley Photographic Society
, led by Bill Helm from the Camp Verde Bugle, now meets at 4 PM in the BC Public Library the second Thursday of each month. Please contact Devon Artrip at 928-567-4034 for the details.
Friday, 11/13--The BC Preservation & Historical Society
meets at 9:00 AM in the BC Adult Center Library.
Everyone is invited to come and share any memories or stories about Rimrock Ranch for our upcoming Rimrock Ranch Tour. The BCPHS Board Meeting will follow.
Contact Candy Hammond at 602-402-9075 for more information.
www.beavercreekhistory.com
Saturday, 11/14--Free food is available at Beaver Creek School
from 7:45 to 9 AM. Food is always available the second Saturday of each month for distribution to everyone and during the month as needed. Emergency boxes are available as needed by calling the school at 928-567-4631.
Tuesday, 11/17--The Beaver Creek Trails Coalition Board will meet at 8:30 AM in the BC Adult Center. Please call Bob Whiting at 928-592-9336 for further information.
Thursday, 11/19--The Montezuma Rimrock Fire Board
meets at 6 PM at the fire station on Beaver Creek Rd. Call 928-567-7428 ext 814 for further information. Don't forget that you can find past minutes and the current agenda on the web site at
www.mrfd-fire.org
Wednesday, 11/18
-A NACOG Case Manager will be at the Camp Verde Senior Center, 263 Maryvale Dr, the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 9 AM to 3 PM. Assistance will be provided to low income individuals and families in need of immediate assistance with utility bills, move-in costs, appliance repair or replacement, and transportation and food including gas vouchers and food cards. Please call 928-300-0894 for a pre-screening over the phone prior to meeting. Call Beaver Creek Transit at 928-301-2749 if you need transportation to Camp Verde.
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National Park Service
News Release
For Immediate Release - October 21, 2015
Caleb Kesler, Chief Ranger, MOCA/TUZI, 928-567-5276 x222
Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot to Commemorate Native American Heritage Month with Indigenous Arts, Crafts, and Cultural Events
In honor of Native peoples' contributions to American culture, Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot National Monuments will host special events each weekend in November to commemorate National Native American Heritage Month. Native Americans have added to every area of endeavor in American life. They built North America's earliest cities, domesticated its first crops, and developed its earliest great civilizations. Countless Native people have served in our Armed Forces and have fought valiantly for our country.
The National Park Service invites the public to participate in these remaining events throughout November:
- November 14-15. Stanford and Sharon Lomakema will demonstrate piki bread making and discuss Hopi culture from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Tuzigoot on Saturday, November 14 and at Montezuma Castle on Sunday, November 15. Raynard Lalo will demonstrate old-style Hopi Katsina carving from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Montezuma Castle on Saturday, November 14 and at Tuzigoot on Sunday, November 15.
- November 21-22. Anthony Belvado will demonstrate the Apache fiddle from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Montezuma Castle on Saturday, November 21 and at Tuzigoot on Sunday, November 22.
- November 28. Montezuma Castle will have the honor of hosting a group of Hopi youth dancers performing the Clown Dance at 2:00 p.m. Later that evening, under the light of the full moon, Ryon Polequaptewa and Thunder Boys will drum and play flutes while singing Hopi songs.
Montezuma Castle National Monument is located off I-17, exit 289 at 2800 Montezuma Castle Road, Camp Verde.
Tuzigoot National Monument is located at 25 Tuzigoot Road, Clarkdale, AZ. For additional information, call 928-634-5564.
For further information, call 928-567-3322, extension zero, visit
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List of veteran's day FREE specials
Applebee's
At participating Applebee's on 11-11-2015, Veterans and Active Duty Military can select a free meal from a limited menu for Veteran's Day.
There will be 7 entrées to choose from, beverage and gratuity not included.
Provide proof of service required.
BJs Restaurant and Brewhouse
, Nov. 11, 2014.
Complimentary lunch entree, up to $9.95 value. Offer valid to all active duty military and veterans, with proof of service.
California Pizza Kitchen
, Nov. 11, 2015.
Choose a pizza, full size salad, or pasta from the special Veterans Day Menu. Dine-in only. Please come in uniform or bring your military I.D. or other proof of service.
Chili's
- Free meal, Nov. 11 2015
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Chili's is offering all military veterans past and present their choice of any lunch combo, or your choice of a dinner meal from a select menu, including any full-size flatbread. Offer only available at participating Chili's in the U.S. only. Dine-in from limited menu only; beverages and gratuity not included. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service.
Denny's
On Wednesday, November 11th, all active, inactive and retired military personnel at all participating Denny's restaurants nationwide will receive a free Build Your Own Grand Slam breakfast.
Golden Corral
On Wednesday November 11, 2015, Golden Corral offers a free sit-in "thank you" dinner for Military veterans, retirees, and active duty members. From 5-9PM
Little Caesars
Free Crazy $5 HOT-N-READY Lunch combo from 11am-2pm at participating Little Caesars Pizza locations for US Veterans and Active Military on 11.11.2015. Must present a valid military ID.
Olive Garden Free Meal
On Wednesday, November 11, 2015 all veterans and military active duty will receive a free meal including entrees, freshly baked garlic breadsticks and a choice of unlimited soup or salad.
This Veterans Day, all veterans and active duty military will receive a FREE meal at OTB's on Wednesday, Nov. 11th, '15. The meal is from the"Create Your Own Combo menu," which is a "choose 2" or "choose 3" menu (valued up to $10.79).
Ponderosa Steakhouses
From 4pm-close, all former and current military service men and women enjoy a free buffet (beverage not included) from participating Ponderosa locations on 11/11/2015. Contact your local Ponderosa for more details.
Shoney's Offers Free All-American Burger
Shoney's says 'Thank You' to America's heroes by offering a Shoney's All-American Burger and fries to all Veterans and Active Duty Military members on Veterans Day, 11 November 2015.
Sizzler Restaurants
, Nov. 11, 2014
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Free lunch served until 4pm. Choice of 3 entrees, and a free coffee, tea, or fountain drink. Valid with proof of military service. Dine-in only, not valid for salad bar or gratuity.
Texas Roadhouse
, Nov. 11, 2015
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Free lunch event to honor the men and women of our armed forces. Choose from one of 10 free meals, plus sides and a soft drink, coffee, or tea. Offer good for All veterans - including all active, retired or former U.S. military. ID Required. Dine-in only. Call ahead to verify times and locations.
Village Inn Free Breakfast
All who have served get a free breakfast on Veterans Day, available all day long. Choose between Buttermilk Pancakes, three slices of French Toast or a Belgian Waffle. Village Inn is also thanking veterans with a "Thank You for Your Service Card", which is a 20% discount off the total bill for the next time they visit a Village Inn. This year, Veterans Day falls on Free Pie Wednesdays, so be sure to get a slice (with any purchase) between 10am and 10pm.
The following are last year's free meals but have not confirmed they are offering for 2015
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