Art on the Veranda
Local residents, Rob and Lucinda Boyd,
from the Streets Don’t Love You Back, put
together the September 6th Conference
against drugs, gangs, and violence. The
conference held at the Arizona Event
Center in Mesa brought in Evangelist
author, Beverly Broadus Green (aka Snoop
Dogg’s mom); “Freeway” Rick Ross, who
was a central figure in the Iran Contra
Affair; speakers author Donna Buchanan,
City of Maricopa Councilmember Julia
Gusse, and guest speakers from all over
the country.
On November 8th, the Copa will
be host to an open air art show at
the Duke Golf Club at Rancho El
Dorado. From 10 am to 4 pm, the
event will feature a variety of skilled
artists, both local and regional.
“At Art on the Veranda is a perfect
opportunity for people of the valley
to begin their holiday shopping,” said Cynthia Portrey, event organizer.
“We have something there for everyone: from the serious collector of
fine art to the more casual buyer looking for that unique gift for someone special, a house warming present, birthday or the holidays. They
will find fused art pieces, jewelry of varied styles to meet every fashion
need, unique wall art ranging from oils, pastels, and paper quilling...”
There will be spirits served at the Art on the Veranda event and a lunch
special. Raffle for two door prizes offered by the Duke Golf Course will
also be available.
Kimball, Blue Star Moms Partner up for
“Boxes for the Brave”
Previous to the big event, Rick Ross,
Donna Buchanan, and Beverly Green
visited the Copa, stopping off at various
businesses around town to sign books and
take pictures. The success of the event has
lead to a discussion on future plans
including a national book tour with
celebrity speakers, organized by team
TSDLYB.
“We had a great time,” said Rob Boyd,
founder of the TSDLYB, named after his
book that was edited by Lucinda. “Great
people came all the way from Hawaii,
Viginia, California…”
Maricopa’s Blue Star Moms and
City of Maricopa Councilmember, Bridger Kimball, have
partnered up for “Boxes for the
Brave”, a drive to help residents
support our troops by offering to pay the shipping costs for the
first 50 boxes sent out.
“It is nice to have community support for Maricopa’s hometown
heroes,” said Tracy Davis, President of the Blue Star Mothers of
Maricopa, Arizona. “To me, the strategic partnership allows the
citizens an opportunity to mail a ‘pre-paid’ package to show some
love for our military members while using the Blue Star Mothers
of Maricopa, Arizona, as a knowledgeable resource for what to
send and how to pack the boxes appropriately.”
If you are interested, send a message to Tracy Davis before you
assemble your package: [email protected]. The Blue Star Moms cans
help guide you through the process. You can also call City Hall
with any questions (520) 568- 9098.
“It’s good to be away from home, but still
feel you’re at home,” said Beverly Green,
whose book Real Love II was also edited
by Lucinda Boyd. “I enjoyed it. I just love
Lucinda and Rob. Whatever they are going
to do, they can count on me to be a part
of it.”
Look on www.Lulu.com for Real Love 2, Second Chance Runaway, and The Streets Don’t Love you Back (also found on BarnesandNoble.com
Freeway Rick Ross: The Untold Biography, can be found on Amazon.com