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🌱 Which Patagonia groups just shared nearly $31,000 in new grant funding?

Patagonia, Arizona Patch AM: a 4 min read

Morning Patagonia! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Patagonia groups just shared nearly $31,000 in new grant funding?
  • Why Patagonia Lake ranks among Arizona’s most family-friendly water escapes

Also on today's calendar: Spice of the Month Club and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Warm; breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 92 and low of 54 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Breezy in the afternoon, temps: high: 90, low: 53.
  • Friday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 90 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• [Press release] Patagonia Regional Community Fund awards nearly $31,000 to nonprofit organizations (patagoniaregionaltimes.org) — Nearly $31,000 in Patagonia Regional Community Fund grants is going to nine local and regional nonprofits, from the pool and youth center to the community garden and local news. These awards support arts, education, seniors, groundwater education, and vital services that directly benefit Patagonia residents and nearby rural communities. You can also learn how to support future grant cycles.
   

• 11 Hidden Lake Escapes In Arizona Everyone In Your Family Will Love (everafterinthewoods.com) — Patagonia Lake State Park, just south of town, is highlighted as one of Arizona’s top family-friendly lake escapes, with camping, boating, and standout birdwatching along a major migratory corridor. The article rounds up 11 scenic lakes statewide, but emphasizes how Patagonia Lake’s beach campsites, rentals, and lush monsoon-fed hills make it one of the most complete destinations in southern Arizona.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Wednesday May 13
  • CtMS: Semester 1 Awards Assembly
    Santa Cruz Valley Unified District MPR - Coatimundi Middle School, 1412 W Frontage Rd, Rio Rico, A
    8:15 am
  • Story Time with Miss Deb →
    Patagonia Public Library, 346 Duquesne Ave, Patagonia
    10:00 am
  • Early Release @ 11:45 am
    Santa Cruz Valley Unified District Rio Rico, AZ 85648
    11:45 am
  • 1st Grade EOY POG Showcase
    Santa Cruz Valley Unified District Rio Rico, AZ 85648
    5:30 pm
    • Thursday May 14
  • CtMS: Site Council Meeting
    Santa Cruz Valley Unified District Fiesta Room - Coatimundi Middle School, 1412 W Frontage Rd, Rio
    8:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Wendy's posted a job opening for Crew Member in Rio Rico. Apply here.
  • Big 5 Sporting Goods posted a job opening for Assistant Manager Trainee- Part Time in Nogales. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Patagonia here.

🗞 Nearby News

Sonoita

  • SR 83 Gets Fresh Pavement Through Sonoita (signalsaz.com)
  • Love them or love to hate them: These niche dishes in Tucson are cult classics (thisistucson.com)

Nogales

  • 'More than art:' Nogales film fest brings screenings back to border (tucsonsentinel.com)
  • My Brilliant Friend Tone Poems, From Paola Prestini, to Premiere at Juilliard (playbill.com)
  • AZ statewide debates in 2026 elections begin this week (tucsonsentinel.com)

Ok Patagonia! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Patagonia

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Patagonia

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.