Whether it’s for a holiday or a family celebration, gathering around the table with relatives makes for a memorable occasion. It may be one of the few times you get together with your extended family. This year, explore your family’s roots and record a treasured family recipe.

On this page, learn about genealogy and find some healthier versions of traditional dishes to add to your holiday menu.

See the family tree and recipe activity on page 12.

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 On Dec. 1, I spent my school day in my school gym, waiting on the bleachers with 27 people and once in a while being called up to the microphone to spell a word. It was my school level spelling bee, and after being given the word, ‘fonda,” which in simple terms is an inn, I became one of the two BASIS Oro Valley School Spelling Bee Champions. Ela Adhikari, an 8th grader, was the other champion.

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Date: 
Wednesday, April 6, 2022 - 12:00am to 11:30pm
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Tuesday, April 5, 2022 - 12:00am to 11:30pm
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Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair

April 1-3, 2022 

10:00 a.m. to Dusk daily

This 52-year-old, family-friendly tradition brings over 350,000 people to the heart of the Old Pueblo every year. The Fair hosts artists from around the world, decadent food, local entertainment and offers something for everyone of all ages This bi-annual Top 100 nationwide event takes full advantage of our wonderful Sonoran Desert climate.

Date: 
Sunday, April 3, 2022 - 10:00am to 6:00pm
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Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair

April 1-3, 2022 

10:00 a.m. to Dusk daily

This 52-year-old, family-friendly tradition brings over 350,000 people to the heart of the Old Pueblo every year. The Fair hosts artists from around the world, decadent food, local entertainment and offers something for everyone of all ages This bi-annual Top 100 nationwide event takes full advantage of our wonderful Sonoran Desert climate.

Date: 
Saturday, April 2, 2022 - 10:00am to 6:00pm
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Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair

April 1-3, 2022 

10:00 a.m. to Dusk daily

This 52-year-old, family-friendly tradition brings over 350,000 people to the heart of the Old Pueblo every year. The Fair hosts artists from around the world, decadent food, local entertainment and offers something for everyone of all ages This bi-annual Top 100 nationwide event takes full advantage of our wonderful Sonoran Desert climate.

Date: 
Friday, April 1, 2022 - 10:00am to 6:00pm
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 Recently I attended a fun Bear Essential News Reporter Zoom with author/illustrator LeUyen Pham and author Shannon Hale. They shared how they met, how they became best friends and talked about the books they have worked on together.

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HUGE Flea Market. All sorts of items.  One of the most organized, clean, and expansive flea markets you will ever attend.

https://cpctucsonaz.org/news-events/calendar/

Date: 
Saturday, March 19, 2022 - 7:00am to 2:00pm
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HUGE Flea Market. All sorts of items.  One of the most organized, clean, and expansive flea markets you will ever attend.

https://cpctucsonaz.org/news-events/calendar/

Date: 
Friday, March 18, 2022 - 7:00am to 2:00pm
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