🎀✨ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony – Avigail Designs! ✨🎀
Join us as we celebrate Avigail Designs and the incredible talent of owner Avigail Hudson, who brings 11 years of sewing in Sierra Vista and over 20 years of professional seamstress experience to our community!
📅 Thursday, April 2nd
⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 500 E Fry Blvd., Sierra Vista
Come enjoy beverages & appetizers, meet Avigail, and explore her beautiful work in:
🧵 Sewing & Alterations
🏡 Home Décor
👰 Bridal Designs
Let’s come together to celebrate the new storefront and show our support for this amazing local business! ❤️
✨ We hope to see you there—bring a friend and celebrate with us! ✨
Event Details:
Date: Monday, April 6, 2026
Time: Check-in: 8:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m. / Program: 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
1700 W. Washington St.
Phoenix, AZ
The day’s agenda will include:
- Meetings with key legislators and state officials
- Discussions on policies impacting businesses
- Networking opportunities with fellow leaders
- Lunch with legislators on the Capitol lawn
We look forward to seeing you at the Capitol for this impactful day of advocacy and collaboration.
🦈🎉 Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Uncle Sharkii Poke Bar! 🎉🦈
Get ready, Sierra Vista...something delicious has arrived! 😋
Join us as we celebrate the FIRST Uncle Sharkii Poke Bar in Sierra Vista AND all of Arizona!
📅 Tuesday, April 7, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 1048 E Fry Blvd., Ste. D, Sierra Vista
Uncle Sharkii serves mouth‑watering favorites like:
🍲 Poke Bowls
🧋 Boba Milk Teas
🍙 Spam Musubi
🍦 Dole Soft Serve
Come meet the team, enjoy the festivities, and celebrate this exciting new addition to our community!
🎁 Giveaways
🎟️ Raffle
🙌 Great for students & job seekers — Uncle Sharkii is bringing fresh jobs and fresh food to Sierra Vista!
✨ Join us for a fast, fresh, and fun grand opening! ✨
Including:
- How to use the Partnership Website
- Sponsorship/Advertising Opportunities
- Small Business Resources Available
- Business Advocacy
- Social Media Opportunities and Coaching
- Partnership Yearly Accomplishments
- Upcoming Sky Islands Events
Service Animal Policy
To ensure a safe and comfortable experience for all guests, only certified service dogs trained to assist individuals with disabilities are permitted at this event. Please note that emotional support, therapy animals, or pets are not allowed.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
DreamBuilder is a FREE entrepreneurship course for people who want to start or have already started a business, but need help with their business and financial plans. We'll meet every Wednesday starting on April 8 and concluding on May 6, from 6-8 pm. A meal is provided to all confirmed attendees. Register here.
🎉✂️ You’re Invited! Ribbon Cutting Celebration at Cactus Kitchen ✂️🎉
Come celebrate with us as we cut the ribbon for Cactus Kitchen, your new go‑to café for New York‑style bagels, Italian panini sandwiches, açaí bowls, fresh juices, smoothies, salads, and so much more! 🥯🥗🥤
📅 Thursday, April 9, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM
📍 999 E Fry Blvd., Suite 106
Sip on non‑alcoholic beverages, enjoy tasty samples, meet owner Rudy Baer, and enter the raffle for a $50 Cactus Kitchen gift card! 🎟️💚
✨ Open to the public, bring a friend, come hungry, and help us show some love for this amazing local business!
We will have a special guest speaker and each of our titleholders' will do a presentation on their individual Service Initiative.
A huge thank you to our sponsors The Legacy Foundation and the Cochise County Sheriff's Office!
Presented By: Matt MacLean & Steven Harnden, Private Wealth Advisors
Q&A With: Alan Alpers, Investment Manager
Hosted By: Affirm Wealth Advisors
🎀 Ribbon Cutting Celebration 🎉
Join us as we celebrate a major milestone, 30 Years of the Center for Academic Success!
Founded in 1996, CAS is one of the longest‑running charter schools in Southern Arizona.
Celebrate with us as our Ribbon Cutting Ceremony kicks off CAS's Spring Fling Anniversary Celebration!
📅 April 15, 2026
⏰ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 1:30 PM
🎈 Spring Fling Event: 1:30–5:30 PM
📍 900 Carmelita Dr., Sierra Vista
Event featuring:
🍕 Food vendors including
🥤 Non‑alcoholic beverages
🎶 Live music & fun games
🐜 The Truly Nolan Bug Show
🤝 Meet Vada Phelps & Sarah Paulsen
This family‑friendly event is all about community, connection, and celebrating three decades of educational impact in Cochise County. 📌 All children must be accompanied by an adult.
✨ We can’t wait to celebrate with you — see you there! ✨
Business @ Twilight is an excellent opportunity for you to build relationships through networking with your fellow Partnership Members and other local business leaders.
Hosted by Guild Mortgage- Don't miss it!
**REGISTRATION CLOSES 2 DAYS PRIOR TO EVENT!**
To ensure a safe and comfortable experience for all guests, only certified service dogs trained to assist individuals with disabilities are permitted at this event. Please note that emotional support, therapy animals, or pets are not allowed.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Empowering Health Through Education
Canyon Vista Medical Center proudly presents the Spring 2026 Conversations About Health Series — a free educational initiative designed to inspire and empower our community to live healthier, more informed lives. Hosted at Cochise College Downtown Center (Room G106), this series features engaging presentations from medical professionals on critical health topics that impact daily life.
Topics and Dates:
Everyday Spine Care: Prevention and Wellness (Jan 27)
By Dr. Elena Kwon
Dr. Elena Kwon, Emergency Room Medical Director, will share simple tips on keeping your spine healthy, preventing common injuries, and maintaining strength for everyday activities.
Understanding High Blood Pressure and Your Medications (Feb 17)
By Chaninat Saengchan, PharmD
Learn what high blood pressure means for your health and how medications help manage it in this informative session with Chaninat Saengchan, PGY-1 pharmacy resident at Canyon Vista Medical Center.
Medication Management: How to Avoid Interactions and Stay Safe (Mar 10)
By Amy Tanase, PharmD
Learn how to recognize and prevent medication interactions—whether with other prescriptions, foods, or supplements—in this helpful session with Amy Tanase, PGY-1 pharmacy resident at Canyon Vista Medical Center. Discover simple tools, resources, and questions to ask your healthcare providers to help you stay safe and informed.
Healthy Knees and Hips: Care Before and After Surgery (Mar 31)
By Abby Alvarez, PA-C
Certified Physician Assistant, Abby Alvarez, will share how to keep your knees and hips strong, what to expect if orthopedic surgery is needed, and simple steps to support recovery and long-term mobility
Keeping Your Eyes Healthy: Basics of Everyday Eye Care (Apr 21)
By Jacob Hrkal, DO
Dr. Jacob Hrkal, a CVMC Family Medicine Resident, will share essential tips for protecting your vision, preventing common eye problems, and supporting long-term eye health.
Location:
Cochise College Downtown Center, Room G106
2600 E. Wilcox Drive, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM (All Sessions)
Cost: FREE
Join us for these engaging discussions designed to inform, educate, and inspire healthy living. For more details, visit CanyonVistaMedicalCenter.com/events or call Cochise College Center of Life-Long Learning at 520-515-5492.
🎉🐾 Ribbon Cutting Celebration – Good Neighbor Alliance! 🐾🎉
Join us as Good Neighbor Alliance celebrates its expansion and officially opens its brand‑new dog kennels, giving guests the ability to keep their furry companions by their side. ❤️🐾
📅 Thursday, April 23, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 420 N 7th St., Sierra Vista
We’re rolling out the red carpet for a paws-itively special milestone! 🎬🐶
Enjoy:
🥤 Beverages
🥯 Appetizers
🎟️ Raffle prizes
✨ Come celebrate, support, and be part of this feel‑good community moment! ✨
- Doors open at 5pm
- Formal attire
- Cash bar
REGISTRATION CLOSES APRIL 12th!
*Registration is REQUIRED at this event as there is limited seating.
Early-Bird Pricing
Until April 5th
Partnership Member Single Ticket: $75.00
on-Partnership Attendee Single Ticket: $85.00
Partnership Member Full Table: $555.00
Non-Partnership Attendee Full Table: $630.00
LATE REGISTRATION PRICING
April 6th - April 12th
Partnership Member Single Ticket: $80.00
Non-Partnership Attendee Single Ticket: $90.00
Partnership Member Full Table: $605.00
Non-Partnership Attendee Full Table: $685.00
TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR
REGISTRATION CLOSES APRIL 12th!
🎉 Support a 501(c)(3) & Empower Future Leaders! 🎉
The Sky Islands Foundation is seeking auction item donations for our Annual Awards Gala. Your tax‑deductible gift supports Leadership Southern Arizona, the UACI Sponsored Launch program, and workforce‑readiness programs for high school students.
💡 Give back + spotlight your business! Donate an item (trips, baskets, tickets, etc.) and include its value and details on the form.
📍 Drop off Monday–Thursday, 9am–4pm at the Partnership by April 22.
Thank you for supporting the Sky Islands Foundation!
https://skyislandsfoundation.betterworld.org/donate-an-item
Annual Awards Gala Nominations are Open:
https://www.skyislandsrp.com/annual-awards
To start the evening, we’ll be hosting a happy hour with complimentary appetizers and drinks, followed by a focused presentation.
The program includes:
- Presenter: Steve Harnden, CFP®, CPA – Private Wealth Advisor, Affirm Wealth Advisors
- Panelists:
- Garrett Smith, CFP®, BFA™, APMA®, CEP® – Financial Advisor, Affirm Wealth Advisors
- Tyler Houghton, CPA – Shafer & Danker, CPAs PC
- James Riley – Estate Planning Attorney, Fletcher Struse Wagner & Derksen PLC
If you are available to join us, please RSVP to Nicole Di Modica at nicole.dimodica@ampf.com to reserve your spot.
We look forward to seeing you there!