Description: Trains and Travel International of Reno, Nevada is pleased to announce a jointly sponsored event called the “THE GRAND CANYON LIMITED” with the Central Coast Railway Club from Santa Clara, California. This charter passenger train excursion to Arizona celebrating this states centennial. Operating plans call for The Grand Canyon Limited to be pulled by the big Santa Fe ATSF 3751 4-8-4 steam locomotive from Los Angeles to Arizona via Parker-Wickenburg (Congress)-Williams-Grand Canyon and return. Additional operating plans call for this very special train to double head with the former CB&Q 4960 2-8-2 steam locomotive on the Grand Canyon Railroad between Williams and the South Rim roundtrip. Plans call for photo run-bys to be made on most days, freight traffic and timing permitting. This 6 day steam excursion will be operated under contract with Amtrak, BNSF, Grand Canyon and the Arizona & California Railroads. Trains & Travel International is the official reservation agent for this excursion. All reservations and ticket sales must be made through us. The Central Coast Railway Club is in charge of the operating portion of this excursion.

Organizer: Trains & Travel International & Central Coast Railway Club

Location: Train excursion Los Angelels to Williams & Return: 1215 Grand Canyon Blvd Street Reno City, Nevada 89510

Date: May 14, 2012 to May 19, 2012

Description: Our fundraising gala will be held on 4-14 at Memorial Hall, Steele Indian School Park. This is a fundraising event with a ticket price of $125 for a hosted reception, dinner and entertainment. All 300 of our choristers will perform throughout the evening. Our spring concerts will be held on May 19th & 20th. Tickets are $10, $17.50 and $20. Over 300 children ages 8 -18 will present two heartwarming concerts performing songs from around the world and special performances for Arizona’s Centennial. The PCC Gala and concerts will commemorate Arizona’s statehood with selections of Arizona songs that evoke the natural splendor and peoples of the West. The highlight of the season will be the performance of an Arizona themed song, commissioned specifically for the Phoenix Children’s Chorus by Dave and Jean Perry. With dedicated children from all over the city learning the intricacies and nuances of vocal music, the Phoenix Children’s Chorus is composed of two chapters in Central Phoenix and the East Valley. The chorus’ weekly rehearsals culminate in live performances where the children showcase the skills they have developed through teamwork, training and practice.

Organizer: Phoenix Children’s Chorus

Location: Steele Indian School Park, Mesa Arts Center (5/19)
Pinnacle Presbyterian Church (5/20)

Date: 05/19/2012 to 5/20/2012