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Community calendar: week of July 13

Williams Training Series July 13

Coconino Community College and the city of Williams have partnered to offer training opportunities for employees in the city for free or at a discounted rate.

The upcoming training takes place July 13 from 9:30-11 a.m. at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel. Participants will learn basic skills necessary for good customer service and will receive instructions by a certified hospitiality department trainer and guest service professional.

Nation of Patriots fundraiser July 14

There will be a Nation of Patriots fundraiswer July 14 at dj's Wild West Junction at 4 p.m.

4th annual Richard Aguilar Horseshoe Tourney July 16

The 4th annual Richard Aguilar Horseshoe Tournament takes place July 16 at noon at American Legion Cordova Post 13 in Williams. The event is hosted by American Legion and the World Famous Sultana. Pre-registration closes July 15 for $20 per teams of two. Late registration is $30 per teams of two. The American Legion opens at 10 a.m. for registration. A BBQ will be offered for an $8 donation. More information or to register is available from Jason Olson at (928) 301-7975.

Labor Daze event Sept. 3-4

The city of Williams Labor Daze is returning Labor Day weekend with food, vendors, beer festival, live music, fireworks and more. The event takes place Sept. 3-4 with a firework display around 9 p.m. Sept. 4. Organizers are currently seeking vendors of all kinds for the event. More information is available from the City of Williams Annual Labor Daze Event Facebook page.

Matthew Broehm Stand Down Sept. 9

The Matthew J. Broehm Stand Down takes place Sept. 9 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Williams Recreation Center at 300 W. Railroad Ave. in Williams. The event is being provided by the Arizona Department of Veterans Services with support from Coconino County and the city of Williams. More information about the Stand Down is available from John Davison at (928) 286-7446 or email john.davison54@yahoo.com.

Williams students return to school Aug. 8

The Williams Unified School District and Heritage School have announced the return to classes Aug. 8.

Williams City Council meetings

The public is invited to attend Williams City Council meetings on the second and fourth Thursdays each month. Meetings are at City Hall on First Street at 7 p.m. See williamsaz.gov for meeting agendas.

WUSD Governing Board meetings

The public is invited to attend Williams Unified School District Governing Board meetings on second and fourth Wednesdays each month. Meetings are at Williams High School culinary room at 6 p.m. See WUSD2.org for meeting agendas.

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