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Things to do in Payson AZ

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Visit the Rim Country Museum and the Northern Gila County Historical Society

LOCATION:
700 S Green Valley Parkway, Payson, AZ 85541 (north of Main Street)
Phone: 928-474-3483

HOURS of OPERATION:
Thursdays: 1 pm to 4 pm
Fridays: 10 am to 4 pm
Saturdays: 10 am to 4 pm

Ever wanted to know more about the Characters and events that shaped Rim Country? From General George Crook to Zane Grey to the Dude Fire, visit the Northern Gila County Historical Society and read about them online.
https://www.rimcountrymuseum.org/articles-of-interest-1

May Happenings

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Wildlife Festival
May 4th, 2024
9am – 3pm
Green Valley Park

Star Wars Day / movie in the park
May 4th, 2024
6pm
Rumsey Park

Movies in the Park
May through October
Sunset
Green Valley Park & Rumsey

Movies in the Park

Gary Hardt Memorial Rodeo
May 16-18th, 2024
Payson Event Center
https://www.paysonprorodeo.com/gary-hardt-memorial

Hazardous Waste Day
May 18th, 2024
8am – 12am
Rumsey Park – Payson Public Library

Armed Forces Day Ceremony
May 18th, 2024
11am
Green Valley Park Memorial Wall

Memorial Day Ceremony
May 27th, 2024
11 am
Green Valley Park Memorial Wall

Rim Country Summer Fun 2021

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Summertime is officially here, and unlike the restrictions of last year, this year families are free to seek out fun in public again. Rim Country is famous for our variety of entertaining events and an abundance of gorgeous nature to enjoy everything the season has on offer with the smiles and waves of small town hospitality accompanying it all. Here is a list of just a few of the attractions that can be enjoyed this summer in Rim Country.

 

Summer Concert Series

Saturday nights in Green Valley Park

June through July

7pm – 9pm

 

Payson Farmers Market

May 29 – September 18

Saturdays 8am – Noon

Sawmill Crossing Plaza

 

PetVet Veterinary Community Pet Clinic

Tractor Supply Company

510 E Hwy 260

Wed. June 2

4:30-6:30 PM

 

Monster Mudder

June 18-19

Payson Multi-Event Center

 

Monday Night Lights at the Event Center

https://paysonrimcountry.com/mondaynightlights/

Open Arena

April – October

 

Pine-Strawberry Arts and Crafts Guild

4th of July Arts & Crafts Festival

Downtown Pine – Hwy 87

July 3 & 4th

 

Payson Book Festival

Mazatzal Hotel & Casino

July 17th

9am-3:30 PM

 

Pine-Strawberry Arts and Crafts Guild

Labor Day Arts & Crafts Festival

Downtown Pine – Hwy 87

Sept. 4 & 5th

 

If your tastes veer more towards the outdoors, there are plenty of adventures to be had in our expansive natural woods, lakes, trails, and mountains. Check out these local websites for in depth coverage of campsites and amenities to find the perfect fit for your family under our gorgeous wild blue skies.

https://www.discovergilacounty.com/

https://paysonrimcountry.com/parks/

https://www.fs.usda.gov/tonto/

 

Above all, have fun and be safe in the Rim Country this summer! We are happy to welcome you back!

All Around the Town

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 With the world’s largest Ponderosa Pine forest and year round pristine weather in our backyard beckoning visitors and locals alike into the great outdoors, many find their recreation in the great wide beyond under the vast blue skies or twinkling stars when they are in Rim Country. Sometimes, however, people find themselves wanting amusement of the indoor variety. For those occasions, we have compiled a list of antiquing haunts for your treasure hunting pleasure.

 Local Antique Stores

 Tymeless Antiques & Treasures

520 W. Main St, Payson

928-472-4323

Granny’s Attic Antique Market

800 E. Hwy 260, Payson

928-978-2464

Main Street Mercantile

3716 N. Prince Dr, Pine

928-476-4618

Moose Mountain Gifts & Antiques

6264 Hardscrabble Rd, Pine

928-476-3044

Somewhere in Time

503 W. Main St Ste C, Payson

928-474-1996

The Carpenter’s Wife

112 W. Wade Ln, Payson

928-472-7343

 Local merchants are all well-versed in popular eateries and additional off-the-beaten-path hidden gems as well. Be sure to chat up our shop proprietors. You will find them all wells of knowledge.

 We wish you all happy hunting, friends!

Labor Day Weekend in Payson

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Labor Day Diversions

This Labor Day kicks off with tens of thousands of visitors passing through Payson on their way to a variety of scenic destinations and serene retreats. With the above average wave of high temperatures across the Phoenix area, weekenders set their sights northward to escape the heat and revel in the beauty of the Rim Country.

There’s no shortage of outdoor activities to partake in, but not everyone comes up for adventures in nature. For those who enjoy really getting a feel for the area, here are a couple of local Labor Day events in the Payson vicinity.

 

Payson Farmer’s Market

A longstanding tradition, the Payson Farmer’s Market attracts a bounty of local artisans and farmers peddling everything from handmade gifts to the best organic produce money can buy. According to paysonrimcountry.com the weekend market boasts 40 stalls of local vegetables, fresh baked goods, entertainment, and more. The Payson Farmer’s Market can be enjoyed every Saturday during the summer 8:00AM-12:00PM in the Sawmill Theater parking lot at 816 S Beeline Hwy, Payson, AZ 85541.

 

Pine Fall Festival

A must-stop for any traveler this weekend, the 39th annual Pine-Strawberry Labor Day Arts & Crafts Festival promises to deliver the same quality display of expert artisans and local vendors that have drawn visitors to this amazing event for decades. From unique, handmade jewelry, clothing, antiques, gifts, and a variety of delicious foods, this festival has something for everyone. If Pine and Strawberry aren’t already on one’s travel route for Labor Day, these two cozy towns can be found just 15 miles north of Payson on Highway 87.

For more information about this and other events visit https://pinestrawberryartscrafts.com.

With local festivals and endless outdoor activities all available in close proximity to each other, you’re sure to find something fun to do this Labor Day in the Rim Country.

 

MUST-DO MAINTENANCE:

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The quickest fix is to not have the problem in the first place. Here’s a checklist of items every homeowner should get to regularly.

1. Test your garage door opener monthly to ensure that it reverses when it hits an obstruction or when its sensor beam is interrupted.

2. Vacuum the clothes dryer’s exhaust duct at least once a year. If the duct is plastic, replace it (it’s a fire hazard). Rigid sheet-metal ducting is best.

3. Replace furnace filters quarterly, or as recommended by the furnace manufacturer.

4. Test all GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) outlets monthly. Press the test button and use a voltage tester to make sure the power goes off.

5. Clean leaves and debris from the condenser of a central air conditioner seasonally.

6. Once a year, vacuum the refrigerator coils underneath the appliance.

7. Have the fireplace chimney inspected and cleaned annually.

8. Inspect window and door caulking and weather stripping yearly.

9. Replace the batteries in smoke detectors yearly. And remember, even recent hard-wired smoke detectors have backup batteries that must be replaced. If you have never checked yours, do so.