Welcome to issue #4 of Trail Mix, a weekly newsletter with a desert focus on the delightfully unexpected people, places, history, and happenings for families in Southern Arizona.

Happy to see you again!

Are you staying hydrated out there? While the sun is beating down and monsoon rains keep getting sucked dry from our forecast, we've got you covered with sweet treats of all varieties — liquid included.

Let's get to it.

futurepreneur​

What if your child learned how to take initiative, solve problems, and build a business—before they graduate high school?

The Futurepreneur business kits give kids a simple, guided way to start! It’s everything they need to create, launch, and profit from their very own business! Your child will begin thinking like an entrepreneur! With just an hour or two a week, they will start them dreaming about what’s possible - and what they’re capable of.

And you'll want to grab one of these kits for your kids, especially as you read the Field Report with even more upcoming ways to get your kids plugged into places to promote their new business!

Last weekend was the baton pass heard around Vail as the original owners of the Vail Coffee Stop handed the keys to a new family of owners. And wow, is Vail happy to see the coffee stop between the tracks live on!

When the Tate family originally announced the closure, their social media post was met with a flurry of trips down memory lane by coffee lovers, Vail families, business owners, event-goers, and more. And while the Tate family knew it was time for them to say goodbye to the coffee truck they started five years ago, the decision wasn't easy.

Michael Tate, the founder of Vail Coffee Stop, said this to Trail Mix:

Now, the baton has been passed to the King family, who are excited about their own adventures in serving Vail families! When Trail Mix asked about the takeover, Renee King, one of the new owners, said:

It's clear that this isn't just a coffee shop for the King family to continue, but a community to serve — and they're already working on exciting plans for what's next!

In addition to continuing the Tate family's vision of offering a place for the community, they're also planning to host a range of evening and day events, including book exchanges, plant exchanges, paint nights, dog days, special seasonal drinks, and more.

And the answer to the big question on everyone's mind — YES! Second Saturday vendor fairs will continue along with other events that bring the community together while supporting small businesses!

Their windows and patio are open, as are their hearts to new ideas about how to serve your family well. Stop by today, shake hands with a member of the King family, and let's show our enthusiasm for building local community one cup of coffee at a time.

Plan to spend some or all of your Saturday evening at the Charron Vineyard's Nature Night event!

Save the Date: The Book Block Party is coming back in force this year! Mark your calendars for September 20 and plan to spend the evening surrounded in all the bookish love with your family!

Want to spread the good word about your business, a project, a job opening, or just want to shout out one of your neighbors? Trail Mix has you covered.

Meet HURBERT (ID# A870922)

Age: 1.5 years old

Hurbert is devastatingly handsome, incredibly sweet, and in need of your help. He's currently being treated for a tumor and needs a foster or pre-adoptive home while he's receiving weekly chemotherapy. The good news: The treatment for his type of cancer is very successful, and PACC vets believe he will make a FULL recovery! Hurbert loves everyone he meets, human and canine alike, but does need to be kept separate from other dogs during the duration of his treatment (about 4-6 weeks). Please email pacc.medicalfoster@pima.gov with questions about this wonderful boy!

Fee: Hurbert is free to adopt. He is neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on vaccines.

Contact: Pima Animal Care Center, 4000 N. Silverbell Rd., 520-724-5900. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 12pm - 7pm. Wednesday 1:30pm - 7pm. Saturday and Sunday 10am - 5pm

Horse Lover? Check This Out

If you've been searching for a gorgeous horse property with stunning Arizona views, you have to check out this house off of Highway 83!

August 14

• Discovery Nights | Children's Museum | 5 PM - 7 PM
• Cool Car Cruise In | Freddy's in Rita Ranch | 5 PM - 9 PM

August 15

• $5 Fridays | Tucson Botanical Gardens

August 16

• Pickle Party | Apple Annie's | 8 AM - 4 PM
• Rustic Roots Farmers Market | Tractor Supply in Rita Ranch | 8 AM - 12 PM
• Kids Workshop | Lowe's | 10 AM - 1 PM
• Read to a Dog | Woods Memorial Library | 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
• Girl Scouts Registration | Purple Heart Park | 1 PM - 3 PM
• Fairytale Tea Party | Trail Dust Town | 2 PM - 4 PM
• Nature Night | Charron Vineyards | 2 PM - 9 PM
• Mica Mountain Car Show & Block Party | Mica Mountain High School | 4 PM
• Cars & Candy | Candy World | 6 PM - 8 PM

August 17

• Pickle Party | Apple Annie's | 8 AM - 4 PM

Want to add your upcoming event to the Trail Mix calendar?

Each week, I'll share a picture taken around the area by someone else and posted to Instagram. Tag @arizonatrailmix for a chance to have yours featured!

​NUT-FREE TRAIL MIX RECIPE​
​By the lean green bean

• 2 cups Rice Chex
• 2 cups Cheerios
• 3/4 cup pepitas
• 2 TBSP butter, melted
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 cup chocolate-covered sunflower seeds
• 1/2 cup dried blueberries
• 1 TBSP brown sugar, optional

Put cereals and pumpkin seeds in a large, microwave-safe bowl.

Pour butter in and stir well to coat.

Sprinkle in cinnamon and sugar (if using) while stirring.

Microwave 90 seconds. Stir.

Microwave an additional 90 seconds.

Spread on a baking sheet to cool.

When cool, add dried blueberries and sunflower seeds.

Sunrise: 5:46 AM

Sunset: 7:08 PM

Air Quality: Fair with a blowing dust advisory

Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous

See you out there!

~ Kimberly
​Publisher, Arizona Trail Mix
Southern Arizona's Unofficial Hype Woman

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