Happy weekend, Prescott! In today’s happening-today edition: Year-round Christmas room, 45th annual bluegrass festival, and free prostate cancer screenings + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
A festive local treasure: Prescott’s Fite & Sons Mercantile keeps Christmas alive year-round with a floor-to-ceiling tinsel-filled Christmas Room, shimmering glass ornaments, Southwest-themed ornaments, and treats like handmade fudge and roasted nuts -- explore the full story.
Board dispute comes to a close: Arizona's Attorney General found no Open Meeting Law violations by the Yavapai College District Governing Board, closing the case. Leaders welcomed the decision and emphasized improving communication and collaboration -- see the board ruling details.
Growing need for seniors: As Yavapai County’s senior population surges, more older adults are going hungry. Prescott Valley’s Community Cupboard now serves about 300 people weekly amid SNAP cuts and rising demand -- see the senior hunger shift.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Cozy French comfort: When you want a low-key night that still feels special, Atmesfir nails it with a tiny, open-kitchen vibe, home-style French plates, and smart sips. It’s the kind of spot you tell your favorite neighbors about, then pretend you discovered first.
Fix that slice: Jeff Symmonds Golf Schools Headquarters helps locals tighten up drives and short game with personalized instruction and golf schools that actually fit your schedule. Sneak in a tune-up this week, then show up to your weekend round with fewer excuses, more fairways and a putter that finally behaves.
Trail therapy nearby: From after-work loops to all-day rambles, Prescott National Forest has trails, camp spots, and quiet lakes when you need a quick recharge. Sneak in a sunrise hike or cast a line before dinner, then brag about that view to the group chat.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🩺 Free Prostate Cancer Screenings @ Prescott Farmers Market | Saturday (6/20) at 8:00 AM – Grab your veggies and a little peace of mind at the Prescott Farmers Market with free prostate cancer screenings. Quick, discreet, and ideal for men 40-plus who prefer preventive care with their peaches, their coffee, and fifteen minutes of adulting.
🛍 Upcraft Mobile Thrift & Studio Popup Event @ Upcraft Makers (Prescott Valley) | Saturday (6/20) at 8:00 AM – Upcraft’s mobile thrift and studio popup is the Quad Cities’ low-commitment, high-fun craft fix. Snag just the bits you need, try upcycling with resident artist Victoria, and skip the big-box guilt. Donate extra stash for a coupon, then browse local watercolors, suncatchers, prints, and more.
🌳 Free Garden Class: Best Trees for Bushels of Fruit @ Watters Garden Center | Saturday (6/20) at 9:30 AM – Have your landscape and eat it, too. This free class shows which fruit trees actually produce here, with planting and pruning tips, pest workarounds, and easy recipes, so your yard earns its keep. Local experts included, bragging rights for future pies encouraged.
👩 Free Mother/Daughter Lesson @ Prescott Lakes | Saturday (6/20) at 1:00 PM – A free mother daughter putting lesson is teeing up in Prescott with PGA-LPGA Master Teaching Professional Michele Trimarche, moms and grandmas welcome, girls 7 and up. Real quality time on actual grass, not a group chat. Patient tips, shared laughs, and bragging rights await.
🎁 2nd Annual 5enses Gala of Giving @ The Federal | Saturday (6/20) at 6:00 PM – Gala night means good music, worthy causes, and an excuse to wear the shoes you pretend are comfortable. Meg Bohrman, Justice Choir, and Robert Karney provide the soundtrack, Moveable Feast feeds us, and tickets support Northland Cares, CCJ, and the MLK Peace and Justice Committee.
🎻 45th Annual Prescott Bluegrass Festival @ Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza | Saturday (6/20) – Whether you chase mandolin breaks or just want an excuse to set your lawn chair, the 45th Prescott Bluegrass Festival takes over Courthouse Plaza. Free, under the shady elms, and the only one of its caliber in the West. Bring blankets, savor the pickin'.
🍃 Sundays with Soul @ Prescott Valley Town Center | Sunday (6/21) at 10:00 AM – Sunday is easing in with a feel-good market of local makers, handmade goods, and food trucks, the kind that makes Prescott Valley feel like home. Stroll, sample, and pretend this counts as errands, then linger for a slow, sunny reset. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The Prescott report Weather forecastToday — High: 88°F — Low: 58°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 88. South wind 6 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 58. Southwest wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 90°F — Low: 59°F — Precip: 0%
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