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Pianist Cameron Williams prepares to perform at the Oracle Center for the Arts. Photo by Laura Flores
The town of Oracle was busy with different events this weekend.
On Saturday, Waldo’s Gym hosted a health expo and weight lifting contests. World renowned bodybuilder Dennis James was in attendance sharing his knowledge on nutrition and fitness. There was a jumping castle for the kids, food and some competitive weight lifting.
The Oracle Historical Society hosted an open house at the Acadia Ranch Museum as they celebrated their 40th Anniversary of the purchase of the Acadia building and property. Some very good food was catered by Claire’s Café. Chuck Sternberg gave a talk on the history of the Acadia Ranch. A good number of people showed up to reminisce and enjoy the day. Later that evening the Haunted Historians paranormal research group conducted a tour and ghost hunt in the building.
Cameron Williams, the 19 year old grandson of Oracle residents Quentin Branch and Julie Szeleky, gave a masterful performance on piano at the Oracle Center for the Arts.
Arizona Zipline Adventures hosted a Cornhole Tournament and a group of artists held a closing reception of their show “Pollinator/Pollinated” at the Triangle L Ranch Adobe Barn Gallery. The group of 14 invited artists celebrated the bees, bats, butterflies and all the other life forms that pollinate the native plants, fruits, vegetables and flowers and are an important part of the eco system. The 14 artists were: Imo Baird, David Adix, Alexandra Bower, Diane Mansfield Colligan, Suzie Daignault, Leslie Ann Epperson, Catherine Eyde, Valerie Galloway, Gene Hall, Patricia Katchur, Sharon Holnback, Anna-Maria Martin, Robert Renfrow and Karen Medley.
The good times continue on Wednesday with the weekly Oracle Farmers Market held at Sue & Jerry’s Trading Post from 5-8 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy some great music, food and company.
At Waldo’s Gym
John Hernandez lives in Oracle. He is retired and enjoys writing and traveling. He is active in the Oracle Historical Society. He covers numerous public events, researches historical features and writes business/artist profiles.
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