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SUMMARY:Exhibit at the Pusch House Museum - Decking the Halls with Many Traditions
DESCRIPTION:This exhibit every Saturday from 9 a.m. – noon at historic Steam Pump Ranch will highlight diverse cultural traditions from Southern Arizona\, Mexico\, Germany (where George Pusch was born)\, and beyond.  This will be a festive and educational experience for all ages and a perfect way to enjoy the holiday spirit!   \nVolunteers of the Oro Valley Historical Society will be on hand to provide information and answer questions.  Tours of the Museum are complimentary\, and donations are gladly accepted.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/exhibit-at-the-pusch-house-museum-decking-the-halls-with-many-traditions/2024-12-21/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
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SUMMARY:Exhibit at the Pusch House Museum - Decking the Halls with Many Traditions
DESCRIPTION:This exhibit every Saturday from 9 a.m. – noon at historic Steam Pump Ranch will highlight diverse cultural traditions from Southern Arizona\, Mexico\, Germany (where George Pusch was born)\, and beyond.  This will be a festive and educational experience for all ages and a perfect way to enjoy the holiday spirit!   \nVolunteers of the Oro Valley Historical Society will be on hand to provide information and answer questions.  Tours of the Museum are complimentary\, and donations are gladly accepted.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/exhibit-at-the-pusch-house-museum-decking-the-halls-with-many-traditions/2024-12-14/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20241118T215138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T224157Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit at the Pusch House Museum - Decking the Halls with Many Traditions
DESCRIPTION:This exhibit every Saturday from 9 a.m. – noon at historic Steam Pump Ranch will highlight diverse cultural traditions from Southern Arizona\, Mexico\, Germany (where George Pusch was born)\, and beyond.  This will be a festive and educational experience for all ages and a perfect way to enjoy the holiday spirit!   \nVolunteers of the Oro Valley Historical Society will be on hand to provide information and answer questions.  Tours of the Museum are complimentary\, and donations are gladly accepted.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/exhibit-at-the-pusch-house-museum-decking-the-halls-with-many-traditions/2024-12-07/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240813T170341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T172256Z
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SUMMARY:A Salute to the Military - Recognizing Military Service both past and present
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society as we change our exhibit to feature A Salute to the Military – Recognizing Military Service both past and present.   The exhibit will be in the Pusch House Museum at  historic Steam Pump Ranch\, and are complimentary. Donations are gladly accepted. \nEven though you might have missed seeing the actual Jim Click Raffle First Place Prize of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Plug-in Hybrid (MSRP starting at $61\,180) at Steam Pump Ranch on October 12\, you can still buy a ticket from Oro Valley Historical Society!  Don’t miss out on winning this great prize AND supporting the Society!
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/a-salute-to-the-military-recognizing-military-service-both-past-and-present/2024-11-23/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20241021T182329Z
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SUMMARY:Explore Ancient Cuisine with Author Carolyn Niethammer
DESCRIPTION:Explore Ancient Cuisine with Author Carolyn Niethammer \nThe Oro Valley Historical Society invites you to a fascinating presentation on November 20 at 1 p.m. at the Oro Valley Public Library (1305 West Naranja Drive). Award-winning local author Carolyn Niethammer will discuss “What’s For Dinner: Northern Pima County\, 1000 B.C.” based on her recent book “A Desert Feast: Celebrating Tucson’s Culinary History.” \nCarolyn’s diverse expertise spans women’s studies\, travel\, ethnobotany\, and culinary arts. Her talk promises unique insights into ancient local cuisine\, potentially inspiring your next holiday menu! \nThis free event welcomes donations to the Oro Valley Historical Society. Carolyn’s books will be available for purchase after the presentation.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/explore-ancient-cuisine-with-author-carolyn-niethammer/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240813T170341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T172256Z
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SUMMARY:A Salute to the Military - Recognizing Military Service both past and present
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society as we change our exhibit to feature A Salute to the Military – Recognizing Military Service both past and present.   The exhibit will be in the Pusch House Museum at  historic Steam Pump Ranch\, and are complimentary. Donations are gladly accepted. \nEven though you might have missed seeing the actual Jim Click Raffle First Place Prize of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Plug-in Hybrid (MSRP starting at $61\,180) at Steam Pump Ranch on October 12\, you can still buy a ticket from Oro Valley Historical Society!  Don’t miss out on winning this great prize AND supporting the Society!
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/a-salute-to-the-military-recognizing-military-service-both-past-and-present/2024-11-16/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240813T170341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T172256Z
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SUMMARY:A Salute to the Military - Recognizing Military Service both past and present
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society as we change our exhibit to feature A Salute to the Military – Recognizing Military Service both past and present.   The exhibit will be in the Pusch House Museum at  historic Steam Pump Ranch\, and are complimentary. Donations are gladly accepted. \nEven though you might have missed seeing the actual Jim Click Raffle First Place Prize of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Plug-in Hybrid (MSRP starting at $61\,180) at Steam Pump Ranch on October 12\, you can still buy a ticket from Oro Valley Historical Society!  Don’t miss out on winning this great prize AND supporting the Society!
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/a-salute-to-the-military-recognizing-military-service-both-past-and-present/2024-11-09/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240813T170341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T172256Z
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SUMMARY:A Salute to the Military - Recognizing Military Service both past and present
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society as we change our exhibit to feature A Salute to the Military – Recognizing Military Service both past and present.   The exhibit will be in the Pusch House Museum at  historic Steam Pump Ranch\, and are complimentary. Donations are gladly accepted. \nEven though you might have missed seeing the actual Jim Click Raffle First Place Prize of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Plug-in Hybrid (MSRP starting at $61\,180) at Steam Pump Ranch on October 12\, you can still buy a ticket from Oro Valley Historical Society!  Don’t miss out on winning this great prize AND supporting the Society!
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/a-salute-to-the-military-recognizing-military-service-both-past-and-present/2024-11-02/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240813T170341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T172256Z
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SUMMARY:A Salute to the Military - Recognizing Military Service both past and present
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society as we change our exhibit to feature A Salute to the Military – Recognizing Military Service both past and present.   The exhibit will be in the Pusch House Museum at  historic Steam Pump Ranch\, and are complimentary. Donations are gladly accepted. \nEven though you might have missed seeing the actual Jim Click Raffle First Place Prize of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Plug-in Hybrid (MSRP starting at $61\,180) at Steam Pump Ranch on October 12\, you can still buy a ticket from Oro Valley Historical Society!  Don’t miss out on winning this great prize AND supporting the Society!
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/a-salute-to-the-military-recognizing-military-service-both-past-and-present/2024-10-26/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241019T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240813T170341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T172256Z
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SUMMARY:A Salute to the Military - Recognizing Military Service both past and present
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society as we change our exhibit to feature A Salute to the Military – Recognizing Military Service both past and present.   The exhibit will be in the Pusch House Museum at  historic Steam Pump Ranch\, and are complimentary. Donations are gladly accepted. \nEven though you might have missed seeing the actual Jim Click Raffle First Place Prize of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Plug-in Hybrid (MSRP starting at $61\,180) at Steam Pump Ranch on October 12\, you can still buy a ticket from Oro Valley Historical Society!  Don’t miss out on winning this great prize AND supporting the Society!
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/a-salute-to-the-military-recognizing-military-service-both-past-and-present/2024-10-19/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241015T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240813T165848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T173030Z
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SUMMARY:“Changing Woman A Novel of the Camp Grant Massacre” - Venetia Hobson Lewis
DESCRIPTION:The Oro Valley Historical Society sponsors a lecture by Venetia Hobson Lewis\, author of the award-winning novel “Changing Woman A Novel of the Camp Grant Massacre”.  This novel weaves the stories of the actual perpetrators with fictional characters to recreate their actions taken in 1871\, both in relation to the massacre and their private lives.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/changing-woman-a-novel-of-the-camp-grant-massacre-venetia-hobson-lewis/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241012T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240813T165421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T173701Z
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SUMMARY:The Santa Catalinas - Our Magnificent Mountains
DESCRIPTION:Information about the geology\, indigenous people\, early settlers\, mining\, and Santa Catalina State Park.  The exhibit will be in the Pusch House Museum at historic Steam Pump Ranch.  Tours of the exhibit are complimentary and donations are gladly accepted. \nJim Click Raffle Supporters – you will have the opportunity to see this year’s First Place Prize of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Plug-in Hybrid (MSRP starting at $61\,180) at Steam Pump Ranch on October 12!  The Society will have it on display for you to envision what it would be like to win it for your family.  We will be selling raffle tickets that day (as we do every Saturday this fall)\, and you could be the lucky winner!  Tickets are only $25 or 5 for $100\, and ALL proceeds from those ticket sales support the Oro Valley Historical Society due to the kindness of Jim Click.  So\, visit the Ranch on October 12 to buy a ticket\, see the Museum\, indulge in the goodies at the Heirloom Farmers’ Market\, and see what treasures the vendors have brought for you.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/the-santa-catalinas-our-magnificent-mountains/2024-10-12/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240813T165421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T173701Z
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SUMMARY:The Santa Catalinas - Our Magnificent Mountains
DESCRIPTION:Information about the geology\, indigenous people\, early settlers\, mining\, and Santa Catalina State Park.  The exhibit will be in the Pusch House Museum at historic Steam Pump Ranch.  Tours of the exhibit are complimentary and donations are gladly accepted. \nJim Click Raffle Supporters – you will have the opportunity to see this year’s First Place Prize of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Plug-in Hybrid (MSRP starting at $61\,180) at Steam Pump Ranch on October 12!  The Society will have it on display for you to envision what it would be like to win it for your family.  We will be selling raffle tickets that day (as we do every Saturday this fall)\, and you could be the lucky winner!  Tickets are only $25 or 5 for $100\, and ALL proceeds from those ticket sales support the Oro Valley Historical Society due to the kindness of Jim Click.  So\, visit the Ranch on October 12 to buy a ticket\, see the Museum\, indulge in the goodies at the Heirloom Farmers’ Market\, and see what treasures the vendors have brought for you.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/the-santa-catalinas-our-magnificent-mountains/2024-10-05/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240928T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240813T165421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T173701Z
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SUMMARY:The Santa Catalinas - Our Magnificent Mountains
DESCRIPTION:Information about the geology\, indigenous people\, early settlers\, mining\, and Santa Catalina State Park.  The exhibit will be in the Pusch House Museum at historic Steam Pump Ranch.  Tours of the exhibit are complimentary and donations are gladly accepted. \nJim Click Raffle Supporters – you will have the opportunity to see this year’s First Place Prize of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Plug-in Hybrid (MSRP starting at $61\,180) at Steam Pump Ranch on October 12!  The Society will have it on display for you to envision what it would be like to win it for your family.  We will be selling raffle tickets that day (as we do every Saturday this fall)\, and you could be the lucky winner!  Tickets are only $25 or 5 for $100\, and ALL proceeds from those ticket sales support the Oro Valley Historical Society due to the kindness of Jim Click.  So\, visit the Ranch on October 12 to buy a ticket\, see the Museum\, indulge in the goodies at the Heirloom Farmers’ Market\, and see what treasures the vendors have brought for you.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/the-santa-catalinas-our-magnificent-mountains/2024-09-28/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240921T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240813T165421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T173701Z
UID:10001661-1726909200-1726920000@iloveov.com
SUMMARY:The Santa Catalinas - Our Magnificent Mountains
DESCRIPTION:Information about the geology\, indigenous people\, early settlers\, mining\, and Santa Catalina State Park.  The exhibit will be in the Pusch House Museum at historic Steam Pump Ranch.  Tours of the exhibit are complimentary and donations are gladly accepted. \nJim Click Raffle Supporters – you will have the opportunity to see this year’s First Place Prize of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Plug-in Hybrid (MSRP starting at $61\,180) at Steam Pump Ranch on October 12!  The Society will have it on display for you to envision what it would be like to win it for your family.  We will be selling raffle tickets that day (as we do every Saturday this fall)\, and you could be the lucky winner!  Tickets are only $25 or 5 for $100\, and ALL proceeds from those ticket sales support the Oro Valley Historical Society due to the kindness of Jim Click.  So\, visit the Ranch on October 12 to buy a ticket\, see the Museum\, indulge in the goodies at the Heirloom Farmers’ Market\, and see what treasures the vendors have brought for you.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/the-santa-catalinas-our-magnificent-mountains/2024-09-21/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240813T165421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T173701Z
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SUMMARY:The Santa Catalinas - Our Magnificent Mountains
DESCRIPTION:Information about the geology\, indigenous people\, early settlers\, mining\, and Santa Catalina State Park.  The exhibit will be in the Pusch House Museum at historic Steam Pump Ranch.  Tours of the exhibit are complimentary and donations are gladly accepted. \nJim Click Raffle Supporters – you will have the opportunity to see this year’s First Place Prize of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Plug-in Hybrid (MSRP starting at $61\,180) at Steam Pump Ranch on October 12!  The Society will have it on display for you to envision what it would be like to win it for your family.  We will be selling raffle tickets that day (as we do every Saturday this fall)\, and you could be the lucky winner!  Tickets are only $25 or 5 for $100\, and ALL proceeds from those ticket sales support the Oro Valley Historical Society due to the kindness of Jim Click.  So\, visit the Ranch on October 12 to buy a ticket\, see the Museum\, indulge in the goodies at the Heirloom Farmers’ Market\, and see what treasures the vendors have brought for you.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/the-santa-catalinas-our-magnificent-mountains/2024-09-14/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240910T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240814T172919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T172920Z
UID:10001673-1725976800-1725980400@iloveov.com
SUMMARY:Catalina State Park – Past Present and Future
DESCRIPTION:Hear Catalina State Park Ranger\, Mr. Pat Damiani\, speak about Catalina State Park – Past Present and Future.  This event is complimentary\, and donations are gladly accepted.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/catalina-state-park-past-present-and-future/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240907T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240813T165421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T173701Z
UID:10001659-1725699600-1725710400@iloveov.com
SUMMARY:The Santa Catalinas - Our Magnificent Mountains
DESCRIPTION:Information about the geology\, indigenous people\, early settlers\, mining\, and Santa Catalina State Park.  The exhibit will be in the Pusch House Museum at historic Steam Pump Ranch.  Tours of the exhibit are complimentary and donations are gladly accepted. \nJim Click Raffle Supporters – you will have the opportunity to see this year’s First Place Prize of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Plug-in Hybrid (MSRP starting at $61\,180) at Steam Pump Ranch on October 12!  The Society will have it on display for you to envision what it would be like to win it for your family.  We will be selling raffle tickets that day (as we do every Saturday this fall)\, and you could be the lucky winner!  Tickets are only $25 or 5 for $100\, and ALL proceeds from those ticket sales support the Oro Valley Historical Society due to the kindness of Jim Click.  So\, visit the Ranch on October 12 to buy a ticket\, see the Museum\, indulge in the goodies at the Heirloom Farmers’ Market\, and see what treasures the vendors have brought for you.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/the-santa-catalinas-our-magnificent-mountains/2024-09-07/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240606T165102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T170906Z
UID:10001543-1718445600-1718452800@iloveov.com
SUMMARY:Commemorative for Henry King Zipf
DESCRIPTION:Henry King Zipf was a fifth-generation Tucsonan\, born to Henry George Zipf and Ann Lourie Zipf\, and the great-grandson of George Pusch for whom Pusch Ridge\, Pusch View Lane\, Pusch Ridge Golf Course\, Pusch Ridge Christian Academy\, and so many other areas in Oro Valley are named.  Henry was also a lifetime active member\, Board member\, and past Oro Valley Historical Society president.  He was born on June 15\, 1956\, and died on May 7\, 2023. \nIn honor of Henry\, on the anniversary of his birthday\, the Oro Valley Historical Society will hold a commemorative gathering at the Pusch House Museum on the historic Steam Pump Ranch at 10901 North Oracle Road on June 15 at 10 a.m. \nHenry and his father loved riding horses through the Catalina Mountains (before it became a state park).  With donations made in Henry’s honor from friends\, members of the Society\, and family members\, the Society has purchased and will dedicate a memorial bench that will sit in front of the Pusch House facing his beloved mountains and his great grandfather’s home.  The Society welcomes all who come to visit the Ranch to enjoy the view from this site\, which contributed significantly to the early development of the Tucson region. \nBefore and after the dedication\, enjoy the Saturday Heirloom Farmers’ Market and tour the Pusch House Museum from 9 a.m. to noon.  Docents will be available to answer questions and provide additional information about the Oro Valley Historical Society\, formed to keep Oro Valley history alive.  Join us – history loves company!
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/commemorative-for-henry-king-zipf/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240520T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240520T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240418T161448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T161514Z
UID:10001410-1716213600-1716224400@iloveov.com
SUMMARY:History of Oro Valley: 1865 - Present Day
DESCRIPTION:What factors led to the settlement of the Oro Valley area between 1865 and the 1940s? What prompted the establishment of the town in 1974\, and what significant transformations have taken place since then? Join local historian Jim Williams for a two-part exploration of Oro Valley’s history on May 13 and 20 at 2 p.m. Williams\, author of “Claiming the Desert” and “Oro Valley: the First Fifty Years\,” will delve into these topics. This event is proudly presented by the Oro Valley Historical Society.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/history-of-oro-valley-1865-present-day/2024-05-20/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240513T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240513T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240418T161448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T161514Z
UID:10001409-1715608800-1715608800@iloveov.com
SUMMARY:History of Oro Valley: 1865 - Present Day
DESCRIPTION:What factors led to the settlement of the Oro Valley area between 1865 and the 1940s? What prompted the establishment of the town in 1974\, and what significant transformations have taken place since then? Join local historian Jim Williams for a two-part exploration of Oro Valley’s history on May 13 and 20 at 2 p.m. Williams\, author of “Claiming the Desert” and “Oro Valley: the First Fifty Years\,” will delve into these topics. This event is proudly presented by the Oro Valley Historical Society.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/history-of-oro-valley-1865-present-day/2024-05-13/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240508T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240508T153000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240418T162314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T164253Z
UID:10001411-1715176800-1715182200@iloveov.com
SUMMARY:In-Person Presentation | Oro Valley: The Fight for Incorporation
DESCRIPTION:Fifty years ago\, how did Oro Valley come into existence? Join us as local historian Jim Williams\, author of “Oro Valley: The First Fifty Years\,” recounts the challenging five-year journey to incorporate Oro Valley as a town. Against opposition from Pima County\, Tucson\, and numerous Oro Valley residents\, local leaders fought to establish the municipality. Copies of the book will be available for purchase\, and the author will be present for book signings. \nThis indoor event is free\, but reservations are required. Face coverings are optional.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/in-person-presentation-oro-valley-the-fight-for-incorporation/
LOCATION:The National Parks Store\, 12880 N Vistoso Village Dr\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85755\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oro Valley Historical Society
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240408T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240408T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240104T210850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T210929Z
UID:10001272-1712584800-1712584800@iloveov.com
SUMMARY:OV Historical Society “The Birth of Oro Valley 50 Years Ago.”
DESCRIPTION:The final panel will be held on April 8 as we celebrate “The Birth of Oro Valley 50 Years Ago.” Participants in the formation of Oro Valley in 1974 will participate in a panel discussion to remember what Volunteer Otton Suarez at OVHS Booth happened in those early years. The panelists will include early police chief Fred Roof\, councilman Lauren Rhude (elected in 1974)\, and attorney Sidney Felker\, who helped the pro-incorporation group. Learn about the town’s history in its 50th year!
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/ov-historical-society-the-birth-of-oro-valley-50-years-ago/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240330T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240330T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240221T220220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T220221Z
UID:10001326-1711789200-1711800000@iloveov.com
SUMMARY:March is Women’s History Month
DESCRIPTION:March is Women’s History Month\, and Oro Valley certainly has seen some astonishing and awe-inspiring women live\, work\, and thrive in our community.  Some will be familiar to you\, and some will not so learn who these women were/are\, why they came to Oro Valley\, and what makes them so exceptional.  Join us in the Pusch House Museum at the historic Steam Pump Ranch on North Oracle Road in Oro Valley.  You will be surprised as to the reasons why\, the journey they took to get to our community\, and what they did when they arrived. \nThe Museum will be open each Saturday in March from 9 a.m. to noon\, and docents will be on hand to answer questions.  Tours are free\, and donations are gladly accepted!     \nWE WANT YOU!  \nThe Oro Valley Historical Society is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit volunteer organization whose mission is “To promote research\, preservation\, education\, and dissemination of historical information related to the greater Oro Valley area.” We invite you to become a supporter and/or a volunteer. Visit us at https://www.ovhistory.org and help keep Oro Valley history ali
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/march-is-womens-history-month/2024-03-30/
CATEGORIES:Historic Preservation Commission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240221T220220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T220221Z
UID:10001325-1711184400-1711195200@iloveov.com
SUMMARY:March is Women’s History Month
DESCRIPTION:March is Women’s History Month\, and Oro Valley certainly has seen some astonishing and awe-inspiring women live\, work\, and thrive in our community.  Some will be familiar to you\, and some will not so learn who these women were/are\, why they came to Oro Valley\, and what makes them so exceptional.  Join us in the Pusch House Museum at the historic Steam Pump Ranch on North Oracle Road in Oro Valley.  You will be surprised as to the reasons why\, the journey they took to get to our community\, and what they did when they arrived. \nThe Museum will be open each Saturday in March from 9 a.m. to noon\, and docents will be on hand to answer questions.  Tours are free\, and donations are gladly accepted!     \nWE WANT YOU!  \nThe Oro Valley Historical Society is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit volunteer organization whose mission is “To promote research\, preservation\, education\, and dissemination of historical information related to the greater Oro Valley area.” We invite you to become a supporter and/or a volunteer. Visit us at https://www.ovhistory.org and help keep Oro Valley history ali
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/march-is-womens-history-month/2024-03-23/
CATEGORIES:Historic Preservation Commission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240316T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240221T220220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T220221Z
UID:10001324-1710579600-1710590400@iloveov.com
SUMMARY:March is Women’s History Month
DESCRIPTION:March is Women’s History Month\, and Oro Valley certainly has seen some astonishing and awe-inspiring women live\, work\, and thrive in our community.  Some will be familiar to you\, and some will not so learn who these women were/are\, why they came to Oro Valley\, and what makes them so exceptional.  Join us in the Pusch House Museum at the historic Steam Pump Ranch on North Oracle Road in Oro Valley.  You will be surprised as to the reasons why\, the journey they took to get to our community\, and what they did when they arrived. \nThe Museum will be open each Saturday in March from 9 a.m. to noon\, and docents will be on hand to answer questions.  Tours are free\, and donations are gladly accepted!     \nWE WANT YOU!  \nThe Oro Valley Historical Society is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit volunteer organization whose mission is “To promote research\, preservation\, education\, and dissemination of historical information related to the greater Oro Valley area.” We invite you to become a supporter and/or a volunteer. Visit us at https://www.ovhistory.org and help keep Oro Valley history ali
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/march-is-womens-history-month/2024-03-16/
CATEGORIES:Historic Preservation Commission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240311T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240311T153000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240221T220615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T193403Z
UID:10001327-1710165600-1710171000@iloveov.com
SUMMARY:OV Historical Society “Three Mayors Discuss Oro Valley’s History”
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oro Valley Historical Society at Oro Valley Public Library at 2 p.m. on March 11 for the third in a series of panel discussions celebrating 50 years since Oro Valley became a town.  This month’s topic is “Three Mayors Discuss Oro Valley’s History.” Panelists will include former mayors Paul Loomis\, Satish Hiremath\, and current Mayor Joe Winfield.  The talk is free\, and donations are gladly accepted!
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/panel-discussion-50-years/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historic Preservation Commission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240221T220220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T220221Z
UID:10001323-1709974800-1709985600@iloveov.com
SUMMARY:March is Women’s History Month
DESCRIPTION:March is Women’s History Month\, and Oro Valley certainly has seen some astonishing and awe-inspiring women live\, work\, and thrive in our community.  Some will be familiar to you\, and some will not so learn who these women were/are\, why they came to Oro Valley\, and what makes them so exceptional.  Join us in the Pusch House Museum at the historic Steam Pump Ranch on North Oracle Road in Oro Valley.  You will be surprised as to the reasons why\, the journey they took to get to our community\, and what they did when they arrived. \nThe Museum will be open each Saturday in March from 9 a.m. to noon\, and docents will be on hand to answer questions.  Tours are free\, and donations are gladly accepted!     \nWE WANT YOU!  \nThe Oro Valley Historical Society is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit volunteer organization whose mission is “To promote research\, preservation\, education\, and dissemination of historical information related to the greater Oro Valley area.” We invite you to become a supporter and/or a volunteer. Visit us at https://www.ovhistory.org and help keep Oro Valley history ali
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/march-is-womens-history-month/2024-03-09/
CATEGORIES:Historic Preservation Commission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240302T090000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240221T220220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T220221Z
UID:10001322-1709370000-1709370000@iloveov.com
SUMMARY:March is Women’s History Month
DESCRIPTION:March is Women’s History Month\, and Oro Valley certainly has seen some astonishing and awe-inspiring women live\, work\, and thrive in our community.  Some will be familiar to you\, and some will not so learn who these women were/are\, why they came to Oro Valley\, and what makes them so exceptional.  Join us in the Pusch House Museum at the historic Steam Pump Ranch on North Oracle Road in Oro Valley.  You will be surprised as to the reasons why\, the journey they took to get to our community\, and what they did when they arrived. \nThe Museum will be open each Saturday in March from 9 a.m. to noon\, and docents will be on hand to answer questions.  Tours are free\, and donations are gladly accepted!     \nWE WANT YOU!  \nThe Oro Valley Historical Society is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit volunteer organization whose mission is “To promote research\, preservation\, education\, and dissemination of historical information related to the greater Oro Valley area.” We invite you to become a supporter and/or a volunteer. Visit us at https://www.ovhistory.org and help keep Oro Valley history ali
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/march-is-womens-history-month/2024-03-02/
CATEGORIES:Historic Preservation Commission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T155543
CREATED:20240104T210537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T211117Z
UID:10001271-1707141600-1707141600@iloveov.com
SUMMARY:OV Historical Society “How Has Oro Valley Grown and Changed?”
DESCRIPTION:On February 5\, the topic will be “How Has Oro Valley Grown and Changed?” Oro Valley was originally 2.5 square miles in size with a population of 1\,200. As you know\, the town has grown both in size and population. A panel\, including arts advocate and community volunteer Dick Eggerding\, community activist Spencer Elliott\, former town clerk Kathi Cuvelier\, and journalist and former Greater Oro Valley Chamber CEO Dave Perry\, will discuss the major changes over the decades.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/how-has-oro-valley-grown-and-changed/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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