The Coolidge City Council approved an agreement Monday with Ramirez Custom Concrete LLC to pour roughly 9,900 square feet of concrete for the new basketball courts at Regional Park, for $89,100, the Coolidge Examiner reports. Staff asked to waive the usual sealed-bid process because the state contract price would have cost about $40,000 more, and Parks and Recreation Director Ricky LaPaglia said that in 17 years as director he could not remember making that request before. The plan is two courts, larger than the courts at the city's other parks, with an option to add a third later. Surfacing, hoops and lighting bring the full price above $175,000, and Arizona Public Service granted the city $150,000 toward the park as part of a beautification project. Owner Art Ramirez, who lives in Coolidge, said he tries to help out when he can because he knows all these people.
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Coolidge Public Library plans to open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. beginning January 9, 2027. Its November newsletter describes the expanded schedule as something new the library is trying in 2027. The library is at 160 W. Central Ave.; Saturday service has not started yet. Check the library’s current schedule before visiting.
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Friends of the Coolidge Library will hold a mini book sale Friday, November 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the library, 160 W. Central Ave. Later that day, Board & Beyond starts at 3:30 p.m., with drop-in chess, checkers, card games and board games. The library’s November newsletter lists both activities; it does not specify book prices.
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The Coolidge Chamber lists Market on the Move for Saturday, November 28, from 8 to 10 a.m. at its office, 351 N. Arizona Blvd. Prepacked boxes are offered through drive-through pickup for a $15 cash donation, with up to 60 pounds per box. The host asks visitors not to bring large bills. Check the event listing before going; the amount and selection of food are not guaranteed.
