11/25/2020
ISDA International Sonoran Desert Alliance
The ISDA office will be closed Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
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Operating as usual
11/24/2020
The ISDA office will be closed Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
11/23/2020
Office Manager Maria has a message for you from the SDCC:
Tasty Tuesday is back at the Sonoran Desert Inn!
Tuesday, November 24th....Chef Big Mike's Carne Asada!
Carne asada tacos and nachos available. OR you can order a Family Dinner with 2 lbs. of carne asada, 18 tortillas and ALL the fixings. Big Mike is serious about carne asada. To order your Tasty Tuesday meal go to: www.ajoeats.com
11/22/2020
Happening now at the Plaza: livestreaming Antigone at the Border. Thanks to Borderlands Theater and Teatro Bravo for putting this on.
11/20/2020
Look for this Curley Coffee event every 3rd Thursday of the month!
Lovely turnout to last nights event! Great film, and a great discussion afterward! Special thanks to Gordon Krum for showcasing the film! We hope to show more videos every 3rd Thursday of the month!!! More details coming soon! 🎥📽🎬
TGIF!
11/18/2020
Curley Coffee is at it again! TOMORROW is another wonderful evening of ART!
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11/18/2020
Ajo Chamber of Commerce
11/18/2020
Congratulations and welcome home Carlos and Shannon!
A wonderful announcement to share: we've found the inn's next Directors, Carlos & Shannon Cardenas! They are here training with outgoing Directors Emily & Stuart Siegel, and will assume the Directorship just before Christmas.
They were both raised in Ajo and their families go back multiple generations here. After years working all over the world with the Air Force (Carlos) and in accounting/finance (Shannon), they've been eager to return home.
Their deep connection to this community, coupled with their professional experiences and warm presence, make them a great fit for this role. We can't wait for our guests, partners, and neighbors to meet them - come say hello if you're in town, and send them a welcome message in the comments here!
11/17/2020
Follow Curley Coffee to stay in the loop to find out when Poetry Nights happen! This is turning into a quaint and surreal spot for reciting poetry by favorite artists as well as local artists.
Photos of a recent poetry night courtesy of Bobby Narcho
#curleycoffee #curleycoffeepoetrynight #ajopoets #onlyinajo
Nature Poetry and Prose Night
💚🦅🐶🦊🐗🦇🦋🐰🐢🐍
11/17/2020
Ajo Chamber of Commerce
11/16/2020
Ajo Chamber of Commerce
11/16/2020
IMPORTANT
Submissions must be done by this Friday 11/20
This Pima County resource has a time limit to apply.
All applications and documentation for both parties (renter/landlord) must be submitted to ISDA by 4pm on Friday (11/20) to be considered for eligibility.
Call Liz at ISDA 520-387-3570 to get all of the information on how to apply.
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Comment as Ajo Plaza
Funding and time is limited.
Up to $2,000 a month in rent, for multiple months, is available for Pima County households struggling because of COVID-19 hardships. LANDLORDS and TENANTS may initiate the application process for this program, which is specifically for households in some phase of the eviction process, or would be if not for the CDC moratorium that expires Dec. 31.
This program closes Nov. 30.
APPLY at www.pimaep.com/
More information about rental assistance/eviction protection/community resources: www.pima.gov/RentHelp
11/13/2020
This Pima County resource has a time limit to apply.
All applications and documentation for both parties (renter/landlord) must be submitted to ISDA by 4pm on Friday (11/20) to be considered for eligibility.
Call Liz at ISDA 520-387-3570 to get all of the information on how to apply.
Funding and time is limited.
Up to $2,000 a month in rent, for multiple months, is available for Pima County households struggling because of COVID-19 hardships. LANDLORDS and TENANTS may initiate the application process for this program, which is specifically for households in some phase of the eviction process, or would be if not for the CDC moratorium that expires Dec. 31.
This program closes Nov. 30.
APPLY at www.pimaep.com/
More information about rental assistance/eviction protection/community resources: www.pima.gov/RentHelp
11/13/2020
Ajo Plaza
2nd Saturday is TOMORROW at 9am. The Artisan Mercado will be set up under the arches and the Art Under the Arches gallery will kick off their holiday ART SHOW. Shops, stores and galleries will be open with lots of ART and other treasures to buy for holiday gifts. At 10am on the plaza bandstand enjoy the music by Frank and Friends as they host a Community Jam. Coffee, sweet rolls, hamburgers, tacos and miscellaneous food options for sale around the plaza area!
A plaza tour will begin at 10am (meet at the flagpole in the plaza).
From there self guide up to the 3 Nations Market and then the SDCC and visit their Gift Shop.
THANK YOU to the Ajo Copper News for this great picture!
#ajoplaza
11/12/2020
TONIGHT! Poetry outside at Curley Coffee in the Jwing parking lot!
Another Poetry Event happening this Thursday at 5:30pm at Curley Coffee (400 W Vananda Ave)! Bring your own Nature themed poetry and share it!
**Wear mask and practice Social Distancing
11/12/2020
SDCC is a wonderful venue for weddings!
Happy, happy wedding weekend to Staci and Reed, who had to postpone and downsize their nuptials because of the pandemic. We’re so glad we finally got to host you and your families, and wish you a long life of love together! ❤️🌵❤️
11/11/2020
#VeteransDay
11/10/2020
Ajo Artisans | Shop Handmade Unique Gifts From Ajo Artisans
Holiday gifts on this site that are made by local Ajo artists including Curley School Artisans and Alumni. Shop Ajo from anywhere!
Ajo Artisans is an online marketplace featuring handmade sellers from Ajo, Arizona. Browse handmade and unique gifts from the makers and crafters of Ajo.
11/10/2020
Pima County Community and Workforce Development
Funding and time is limited.
Up to $2,000 a month in rent, for multiple months, is available for Pima County households struggling because of COVID-19 hardships. LANDLORDS and TENANTS may initiate the application process for this program, which is specifically for households in some phase of the eviction process, or would be if not for the CDC moratorium that expires Dec. 31.
This program closes Nov. 30.
APPLY at www.pimaep.com/
More information about rental assistance/eviction protection/community resources: www.pima.gov/RentHelp
11/04/2020
ISDA November 2020 Newsletter
ISDA November 2020 Newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/c136fd6b67dd/isda-november-2020-newsletter
ISDA is working with staff at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument to host a series of public engagment sessions on proposed interventions at Quitobaquito Springs (A'al Vaipia). To learn more about plans and/or contribute to saving this sacred place, visit the dedicated page on ISDA's website.
11/02/2020
ISDA International Sonoran Desert Alliance is a participating agency in this program. If you are facing eviction, we can help.
Funding and time is limited.
Up to $2,000 a month in rent, for multiple months, is available for Pima County households struggling because of COVID-19 hardships. LANDLORDS and TENANTS may initiate the application process for this program, which is specifically for households in some phase of the eviction process, or would be if not for the CDC moratorium that expires Dec. 31.
This program closes Nov. 30.
APPLY at www.pimaep.com/
More information about rental assistance/eviction protection/community resources: www.pima.gov/RentHelp
10/30/2020
Ajo Plaza
AUSD and ISDA have teamed up to bring Ajo a Drive In MOVIE night.
The movie "GREMLINS" will be playing on the big screen this Saturday 10/31 at 7:30pm at the 3 Nations Market parking lot.
A special powerpoint presentation of the AUSD Specials Festival celebrating student achievement in art, music, library and PE will air right before the movie starts.
Old school cool....pick up truck no problem...load up the kids and enjoy the show!
Popcorn, candy and lots of fun for everyone!
Masks and social distancing rules apply.
#driveinmovie #bringbackthedrivein #onlyinajo #ajoplaza #isda #ausd #ausdspecialsfestival #isdacares
10/26/2020
Sonoran Desert Inn and Conference Center
Tasty Tuesday is BACK! Starts this Tuesday 10/27 with Certified Chef Big Mike's General Tso's chicken or veggies.
It'll look a little different on account of Covid...Pre-Orders required at www.ajoeats.com, take-out only with distanced outdoor seating available. Masks and distancing required for pick-up, no exceptions. We want to feed you, but we need you to be safe. ❤️
(oh hey, and Mimi's Sunday Bruch begins next Sunday 11/1!)
10/23/2020
ISDA Board Member and Curley School artist/entrepreneur and Curley School artist Bobby Narcho are featured in this recent PBS special.
#ISDA #ISDAcares #iamisda #onlyinajo
#curleycoffeeroasters #ajoentreprenuer
#bobbyqnarcho #isdaprintshop #quivarivisuals #bobbynarchomusic #curleyschoolartisanapartments #ajoartisans #curleyschoolartists
10/22/2020
Curley Coffee
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New Hours starting today!!!
10/22/2020
Seller Profile
Curley School artisan alumni, Victor Garcia has a special selection of his art for sale on the Ajo Artisans website.
#ajoartisans #curleyschoolartisanalumni #ajoartists #onlyinajo
Ajo Artisans is an online marketplace featuring handmade sellers from Ajo, Arizona. Browse handmade and unique gifts from the makers and crafters of Ajo.
10/22/2020
Curley Coffee has extended their hours.
#curleycoffee #onlyinajo #curleyhousemadesodas #ajoentreprenuer #ajoartisans #curleycoffeepoetrynights #curleyschoolartisan
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New Hours starting today!!!
10/22/2020
An Arizona mining town reinvents itself as an arts destination
This PBS NewsHour piece turned out really nicely. Thanks for all who contributed. The Sonoran Desert and Ajo in particular are truly special places. Special thanks to Casey Kuhn for putting this together. #OnlyinAjo
Ajo, Arizona, was once a robust mining community. Now it is seeking to cast off the image of a ghost town -- and reinvent itself as an arts destination of the Southwest. Stephanie Sy reports for our American Creators series and ongoing arts and culture coverage, Canvas.
10/20/2020
Curley Coffee
😊👍🏽☕️📖
#curleycoffee #curleycoffeecrew #curleycoffeeroaster #ajoaz #onlyinajo #coffee #poetry
10/16/2020
Congratulations Maria!
We are thrilled to announce that Maria Singleton is our new Front Office Manager! We met Maria years ago when her daughter had a destination wedding at the inn. Maria enjoyed Ajo so much she came back and found a cool place to live here! She’s been a regular at SDCC and Ajo events for years now. She loves this town and she’ll be a sparkling presence in our front office beside Lucia and Rosa. Plus she’s an artist, community volunteer extraordinaire, cheese expert, and loving dog mama to big fluffy Coco. We’re so glad you’re with us, Maria. Welcome her to the team, everyone!
10/16/2020
A wonderful evening under the desert sky at the Curley Coffee Poetry Night held last night. Look for another Poetry Night coming next month!
#curleycoffee #curleycoffeepoetrynight #curleycoffeeunderthestarsagain #onlyinajo #ajopoets
Nature Poetry & Prose Night happening now!
10/15/2020
Poetry Night TONIGHT 6pm at the Curley Coffee
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Another event coming soon!!
B.Y.O.C, bring your own chair, if possible.
We’ll see you there!
*Masks and Social Distancing will be required
#curleycoffee #ajoaz #onlyinajo #coffee #poetry
10/13/2020
UPDATE: This event has been postponed. A reschedule date will be considered for late spring. We'll keep you posted.
UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. ANOTHER DATE FOR THIS EVENT WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN THE SPRING OF 2021.
The Curley artists are hosting another event! This is a call to artists who would like to participate in this bird themed event! Special thank you to Olsens Marketplace for sponsoring the Birds of a Feather event October 24th starting at 10am. Music by local band "Outta Hand".
10/13/2020
10/12/2020
Poetry Night at the Curley Coffee this Thursday, October 15th at 6pm. Bring a chair and enjoy poetry under the desert sky.
‼️Spread the word‼️
Another event coming soon!!
B.Y.O.C, bring your own chair, if possible.
We’ll see you there!
*Masks and Social Distancing will be required
#curleycoffee #ajoaz #onlyinajo #coffee #poetry
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Videos
IDOP 2020
September 19, 2020 Puppet Cruise through Ajo
IDOP 2020 Origami Dove Tutorial
Chris Lutter of Big Animal Productions and an original designer for the IDOP festival is working with IDOP coordinator Liz Yon to demonstrate how to make Origami doves that will be added to the IDOP installation on September 21st at the Ajo Plaza.
Getting ready to screen the film Sonora at Oasis Coffee. Come on down to the Ajo Plaza! Escritor Guillermo Munro and Lorraine Eiler will be introducing the film and doing a Q and A after. Show starts at 8. . . . . . #SonoranSymposium #OnlyinAjo #Sonora
From the Curley School centennial celebration. Thanks for celebrating with us! #OnlyinAjo
Another amazing celebration of #InternationalDayofPeace in Ajo. Thanks to Ajo Unified School District #15, to our partners on the Tohono O'odham Nation, our partners in Mexico and all of our amazing staff and volunteers. And a huge Thank You to Liz Yon for organizing such an extraordinary opportunity to celebrate as friends and neighbors who share this incomparable Sonoran Desert. . . . . #OnlyinAjo
What's missing here? . . . . . If you said tables and chairs, you nailed it! Help ISDA outfit the Rec Hall on this #AZGives Day. Stop by Oasis Coffee or give online: https://www.azgives.org/ISDA
Ajo Street Art Happening Potluck...happening now!
We had a fantastic workshop with Sonido Tambo at Cobach Plantel Sonoyta. Big thanks to Aaron Flores Morales with Casa de la cultura Sonoyta for the invitation.
Great hosting a #Weekendzona outing with Local First Arizona and Sonoran Desert Inn and Conference Center. Thanks to Carl Conde and El Tambó (Sonido Tambo) for handling the 2nd Saturday music. #ResurrectTheRecHall #OnlyinAjo
Come down to the Authentically Ajo Food Festival and catch a ride on the Peace Train! Tons of great food and craft vendors. Thanks to Ajo Center for Sustainable Agriculture for putting this together.
Native Creed and Sonido Tambo are back at the Rec Hall for 2nd Saturday. Show starts at 7. See you there! #OnlyinAjo
Last dance of the night at the Ajo Plaza Rec Hall. Big shout out to Sonido Tambo and Native Creed for performing. Thanks to Ajo for coming out!
Come Resurrect the Rec Hall....happening right now!
Carpetbag Brigade performing at the Curley School in Ajo, AZ
Music jam at Curley School
Nearby non profit organizations
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38 W Plaza
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40 West Plaza
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Ajo Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
101 W Rocalla Ave -
350 N Yermo Ave
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15 W Plaza St, # 179
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350 N Yermo Ave
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201 W Esperanza Ave
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400 E Taladro Ave
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160 S Mission Rd [ PO Box778 ]
Other Nonprofit Organizations in Ajo
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400 E Taladro Ave -
160 S Mission Rd [ PO Box778 ]
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201 W Esperanza Ave
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38 W Plaza
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40 West Plaza
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An interesting, tasty event from the Southwest Center, University of Arizona Benefits will be donated to local organizations...
https://swc.arizona.edu/events/food-thought-virtual-lunch-dates-desert
Unitarian Community Group starting in Ajo!
Sundays 11:00 am-12:00
(1st meeting is Sunday 8/18/19)
Studio 1206 (2nd fl)
Curley School, 201 W Esperanza Ave (Parking in back, come up stairs on far right or use elevator)
-BYOCC-(Bring your own lawn chair and cup of coffee)
Light snack provided after meeting
Order of Meeting
11:00 Guided meditation
11:10 Reading (TBA) and Discussion
11:30 Discussion of moving forward as a Unitarian group
11:45 Closing & Serenity prayer
11:50 Refreshments
In Unitarian Universalism, you can bring your whole self: your full identity, your questioning mind, your expansive heart. All are welcome, no matter your faith or belief system. Maybe you believe simply in community and the power of the human spirit.
Together, we join on a journey that honors everywhere we’ve been before. Beliefs are diverse and inclusive. We have no shared creed. We are united in our broad and inclusive outlook, and in our shared values.
Direct experience of the transcending mystery and wonder, affirmed in all cultures, moves us to a renewal of the spirit and an openness to the mysterious forces which create and uphold life.
Words and deeds of prophetic people which challenge us to confront powers and institutions of oppression with justice, compassion, and the transforming power of love; (from the likes of Buddha, Jesus, Mohammed, Gandhi, Emmet Fox, Bill & Bob of AA and Martin Luther King).
Wisdom in allegory and meaningful motifs from the world's religions and belief systems can inspire us in our ethical and spiritual life; teachings which call us to respond to the Creator’s love by loving our neighbors as ourselves; and Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science. Spiritual teachings of Earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sacred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature. Unitarians have a legacy of “deeds not creeds”, working for a better world with action, but firstly within ourselves.
Excerpts from UUA.org
If you want to learn more about the proposed border wall work and how to formally submit comments, please join us at the Curley School Artisan Apartments tonight.
Thanks Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument for supporting our volunteers for the hugely successful #BorderBioblitz. Nearly 1,000 observers logged close to 12,000 observations of 2,000+ species throughout the US - Mexico borderlands. What an amazingly bio-diverse region! #NGen #IamISDA https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/border-bioblitz-bioblitz-de-la-frontera-2019
Nice find by the team at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument for all of you Edward Abbey fans out there.
What a great Dia de Paz y Amistad in Sonoyta today! Thanks to Mayor Jose Ramos Arzate, DIF, Casa de la cultura Sonoyta, Elizandra Yon, and the ISDA Cultural Crafts Group for all of their work in putting this together.
Workshop delayed. Keep an eye out for the rescheduled date.
Thrilled to have the team at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument is back on the job! It's an amazing time of year to be in the park.
Carpetbag Brigade rehearsing for their show this Saturday at 4 pm behind the Curley School https://www.facebook.com/CarpetbagBrigade/videos/522720854862148/
Amazing mountain lion shots captured by the ORPI team. Thanks for sharing Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument.
With all of the rain, it's an amazing time to explore Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. Get out there and #findyourpark