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Hello Green Valley! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Chipmaking demos with JSEDM, unlimited arcade play at Cobra Arcade Bar, and stargazing under dark skies + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.

📰 In the news

Cutting-edge solutions on deck: Pima County is partnering with groups to attract Taiwanese firm JSEDM, set to join University of Arizona’s Center for Semiconductor Manufacturing this month and showcase machines at Tech Parks Arizona — see what’s planned for demos.

High scores, higher spirits: Tucson’s Cobra Arcade Bar lets adults play unlimited classic games with a cover charge, sip Arizona brews, and enjoy retro art and murals up the road from Green Valley — get all the details.

Construction enters next phase: Tucson’s Valencia and Sunset road extensions continue, with a spring shift to the south side and summer completion expected, causing side street and driveway impacts but no full intersection closures — learn what to expect next.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Join free monthly community education workshops
• Dan Judkins presents Doña María Rosa
• Celebrate five years at our open house
• This top-tier home warranty is 50% off right now

🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+

Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance

Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.

From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.

As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.

It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.

🫶 We got your back

Tapas night upgrade: Basqueria keeps downtown casual with a counter of pintxos, classic Spanish bites, and easygoing sangria, perfect for a midweek catch-up or a lazy weekend linger. Think tortilla española, gildas, and shareables that make “just one more” feel inevitable.

Gear up, desert-style: Need a last-minute camp stove, tougher boots, or that mystery doohickey you’ll recognize on sight? Millers Surplus comes through with camping basics, knives, workwear, and desert-ready odds and ends, all without the big-box vibe. Practical, rugged, and right when you need it.

A Tucson film staple: When you crave more than blockbuster déjà vu, The Loft Cinema fuels Tucson’s film love with first-run indies, cult gems, classics, and community events. It’s equally great for a low-key weeknight, a friends’ night out, or discovering your new favorite flick in a room full of fellow cinephiles.

Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

📣 Sahuarita Diamonds Cheer Clinic @ GV CrossFit | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Got a kid who cartwheels down the hall? Point pep toward a basics cheer clinic at Green Valley Athletics for ages 5–16 where they’ll learn motions, jumps, and confidence, and sample Sahuarita Diamonds, $30 gets a shirt and bow, and you get some bleacher coffee.

🎤 Concerts for a Better Community @ The Shoppes at La Posada | Saturday (3/7) at 2:00 PM – Take a break from errands and head to the Shoppes of La Posada for a free four-week concert series. Local bands, desert breezes, and neighbors you like, all while your donation, if you like, backs La Posada Community Services. Bring a chair, bring your two-step.

🐦 Tubac HawkWatch Festival @ Tubac Nature Center | Friday (3/13) at 9:00 AM – Peak spring migration calls for chairs, sunscreen, and a seat at Ron Morris Park, where thousands of hawks commute north while pros tally every wingspan. Morning viewing shines. Expect expert tips, Anza Trail walks, and top-shelf optics to try, because your old binos deserve retirement.

🏃 CAT Dirt Dash 5K Run and 1-Mile Fun Run @ Caterpillar Tinaja Hills Training Center | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Lacing up for the CAT Dirt Dash at Tinaja Hills, where your 5K or 1-mile cruise comes with front-row views of giant yellow toys and Sonoran scenery. Bring the kids, embrace the dust, and feel virtuous. Proceeds help United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona.

🛍 Sahuarita Sunset Market @ Sahuarita Lake Park | Friday (3/20) at 6:00 PM – Sahuarita Sunset Market is taking over Sahuarita Lake Park with free live music, local eats, and a marketplace full of homegrown vendors. Bring a chair, a neighbor, and your beer or wine, and perfect the lost art of shopping slowly. Free, all ages, second Fridays.

🔭 Stargazing @ Historic Canoa Ranch | Friday (3/27) at 8:30 PM – Swap city glow for real stars at Historic Canoa Ranch in Green Valley with the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association, where big telescopes chase planets, clusters, nebulae, and galaxies. It is free, weather permitting, but register ahead, because even the Milky Way appreciates a guest list.

🎗 2026 Relay for Life @ Rancho Resort | Saturday (3/28) at 11:00 AM – Whether your walking shoes are seasoned or still in the box, put those steps to use at the local Relay backing the American Cancer Society, funding research, advocacy, and patient support. We’ll remember, honor, and celebrate loved ones, with entertainment, games, and food to share.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account
• Treat yourself: Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

📻 Green Valley report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 83°F – Low: 46°F – Precip: 0%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. South southwest wind 3 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 46. Southwest wind 6 to 9 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 78°F – Low: 40°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 78. Southwest wind 8 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 40.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

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