The Smithsonian has called turquoise the most” important defining gem stone in Southwest jewelry,” and suggested in THIS article that turquoise is becoming almost more valuable than diamonds. Buyers who wish to make the most of their investment in turquoise should be aware of these six myths of buying turquoise. …
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Youth theater excels in building skills and confidence
Learning music and theater in school correlates strongly with higher achievement in both math and reading, and brain research has shown that not only does music improve skills in math and reading, it also promotes creativity, social development, personality adjustment, and self-worth. The Cobre Valley Center for the Arts is …
Read More »‘A Gentleman in Moscow’ gets high marks from readers
“How delightful that in an era as crude as ours this finely composed novel stretches out with old-World elegance.” —The Washington Post A Gentleman in Moscow shows what one can accomplish in a crumbling world with the right attitude about changing fortunes. The hero of the book, Count Alexander Rostov …
Read More »Sometimes The Blues. Susan Clardy’s Cultural History of Globe
Sometimes the Blues, the Letters and Diaries of Frank Hammon, a Lonely Frontiersman in Globe and Phoenix, 1882-1889, is much more than that. The book began when author Susan Clardy found her relatives’ letters, diaries, and photographs in her grandparents’ attic. Then Aaron and Ruth Cohen, owners of Guidon Books, …
Read More »Representative David Cook recognized as “Arts Champion” for his efforts in supporting arts & culture
Globe-Miami — Representative David Cook of Arizona State District 8 was recognized at the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts Friday night as an “Arts Champion” for his efforts supporting arts and culture funding to nonprofit organizations across the state. The awards was bestowed Rep. Cook at a ceremony just prior …
Read More »Old Dominion Mine Park in Globe to host Dogtoberfest October 28th
This October Globe will be going to the dogs – and there is quite a bit of excitement about it! The first ever Dogtoberfest Celebration will take place at the Old Dominion Mine Park (ODMP) on Saturday, October 28th from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., featuring a Bark in the …
Read More »34th Annual Apache Jii celebrates Native American artisans and culture October 21.
GLOBE-A full day of entertainment, arts and crafts booths and savory foods is planned for Apache Jii; a celebration of Native American artisans and culture. The event which will be held in downtown historic Globe, is a pageant of color and sound as tribal royalty in full traditional dress and …
Read More »New Attraction in Globe, Arizona designed to Haunt Visitors
All the pounding and sawing inside the historic jail in Globe over the month of August has raised questions about the possibility of sinister happenings in these parts. Tales of crazed zombies desperately scratching at windows and the sounds of unearthly moans emanating from the ghostly throats of long-gone prisoners …
Read More »Actors wanted for the Haunted Jail at Globe
Auditions are this Friday for parts at The Haunted Jail at Globe! People can try out for parts from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Historic Jail in Globe on Friday, Sept. 15. If you can work for this guy, we have a job for you! We are looking for …
Read More »Museum announces new exhibit: “Planes,Trains and Automobiles.”
GLOBE- The grand opening of the “Planes, Trains & Automobiles” photo exhibit at the Gila County Historical Museum will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 16th. Join the museum members for a variety of fun and informative activities. In addition to the photo display and guided museum tours, car enthusiasts may enjoy …
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