Saturday July 9 July 15

CHILDREN’S BOOK READING AND SIGNING

WHEN: Noon

WHERE: The Freedom Library, 2035 S. Arizona Ave.

GOING ON: Meet the author of Missy the Angry Roach, and get your own copy signed. The event will feature goodies, games and prizes.

INFO: To learn more, email info@ freedomlibrary.org or www. freedomlibary.org, or call 928246-2327.

Friday TRAIN RIDES

WHEN: 8-10 a.m.

WHERE: Yuma Crossing Railroad, Riverside Park below the Yuma Territorial Prison

GOING ON: Free train rides will be offered to the public by the Yuma Territory Live Steamers. No tickets are required

COST: Free, although donations are gladly accepted

INFO: Call Chuck, 928-247-7190

Saturday July 16 BACK TO SCHOOL RODEO

WHEN: Starts at 7 a.m., while supplies last

WHERE: Yuma Civic Center, 1440 W. Desert Hills Drive

GOING ON: The City of Yuma’s 11th annual Back to School Rodeo is a family-friendly event providing the necessary school supplies kids need! The event is a drive thru where you will pull up to the front of the Yuma Civic Center and receive a backpack filled with school supplies. The first 2,000 children will receive a FREE synch style backpack filled with school supplies! (Child must be present. One backpack per child.)

COST: Free

INFO: To learn more, call (928) 373-5028