It is amazing what one word can do. The other day a couple came into the visitors center and I could tell from the minute they walked in that they did not like our area and were having very negative thoughts about the area. The wife had a look onContinue Reading
Planning and organizing any event require attention to details and excellent communication between the organizers and the public. One of the most important aspects of creating an event or rebuilding an event is selecting a venue suitable for all the activities planned to coordinate within the event. When somebody isContinue Reading
The Tucson Gem and Mineral Show® is happening now through February 11. Roughly 4,000 vendors and 65,000 visitors come to Tucson during largest, oldest and most prestigious gem and mineral show in the world. Not surprisingly, the economic impact of the gem shows has also exploded over the years, withContinue Reading
TheTraveler.com recently recognized 10 small towns in Arizona that feel far removed from Phoenix and encouraged visitors to explore them for their charm and history. Duncan was selected for the #2 destination. “While the majority of Arizona’s population resides in Phoenix, which draws approximately 19.5 million tourists yearly, small townsContinue Reading
by Akos Kovach | GTA Board Member They saw. They came. They rebuilt. They created – Ray West & Jeanette West Ray’s Vintage Market and Books, Toys & More by Jeanette became tourist destinations. They were featured in TV documentaries, travel guides, famed for their Roaring 20’s vintage clothing andContinue Reading
This letter serves as the wrap-up summary report for a grant received by GTA to further activities, preservation, and community involvement of the San Francisco River in Greenlee County. It gives the reader insight of current efforts and next steps. GTA received a grant from FreePort to further First, andContinue Reading
THURSDAY, FRIDAY, & SATURDAY, Feb. 1-3: Community Swap Meet, 103 Fairgrounds Rd. (See details below.) RECURRING EVENTS MARK YOUR CALENDAR For inclusion in next month’s newsletter, send events to margaret@margaretdillard.net Please send complete info: name of event, where and when it will be held, brief description (or better yet,Continue Reading
For inclusion in next month’s newsletter, send events to margaret@margaretdillard.net Please send complete info: name of event, where and when it will be held, brief description (or better yet, send a PDF of your flyer), contact information in case readers need more details, AND sponsoring organization if there is one.Continue Reading
