February 12-14, 2010
Cochise Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering
presents Cowboys and Sweethearts
Headline stage performances by leading Western poets and musicians are presented Friday and Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon in the comfortable modern auditorium of the Buena Performing Arts Center in Sierra Vista. Free informal sessions are held all day Saturday. General admission is $18, military and senior, $16, children $6. Tickets are available online at www.cowboypoets.com

February 27
1880s Historic Costume Ball
The 7th Annual 1880s Historic Costume Ball will be held from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at St. David School, Highway 80. The Grand March will begin at 7 p.m. Period dress is preferred but not required; four $50 prizes will be awarded for the best costumes for a man, woman, couple, and child. A $5 donation includes admission and period refreshments. A photographer with a period photo backdrop will be on hand for photos. The event is sponsored by the St. David Heritage and Cultural Arts Society. Proceeds benefit the St. David Schools' Historic School and Auditorium Rehabilitation Project. For information, call (520) 720-4325 or (520) 720-4407.