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Vendor Applications for the Sahuarita Pecan Festival Open to General Public Starting June 1

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date May 20, 2019

SAHUARITA, Ariz. – Green Valley Pecan Company will begin accepting vendor applications from the general public for the 11^th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival on June 1, 2019. The Sahuarita Pecan Festival, scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, is held on the grounds of Green Valley Pecan Company in Sahuarita, Ariz. and draws approximately 20,000 visitors every year. The Festival is a family-focused, community oriented one-day event; this year the Festival will pay special tribute to teachers and other local educators. The Festival features food vendors, shopping with local artisans, Arabian horse demonstrations, horse-drawn hay wagon rides, entertainment, tractor pulling competitions, the Pecan Store, and much more. For more information on how to become a vendor, please visit www.SahuaritaPecanFestival.com.

The Sahuarita Pecan Festival also features artisans for the marketplace, and community organizations. The Sahuarita Pecan Festival is seeking vendors that will enhance the atmosphere of the Festival. This event highlights regional and local businesses, particularly those with locally grown foods or products of the Santa Cruz River Valley. Those interested in being a vendor must fill out an application, which is subject to approval by a committee. The deadline for vendor registration is Oct. 1, 2019; however, spaces are limited and will fill up quickly.

“The Sahuarita Pecan Festival is a day for our neighbors to come together and celebrate our community, our region’s history, and special for this year, our educators! Vendors at the Festival will help highlight the best our community has to offer—unique, handmade items that make great holiday gifts, as well as delicious food from local businesses. We have a limited number of spots for vendors, so those interested should submit an application soon!” said Paula Beemer, Sahuarita Pecan Festival Coordinator.

The Sahuarita Pecan Festival was first held in 2009 and averages approximately 20,000 attendees each year. Over the past 10 years, the Festival has raised more than $114,000 for the community. For more details, please visit the official Festival website at www.SahuaritaPecanFestival.com. Additional information can also be found on Facebook (@SahuaritaPecanFestival) and Twitter (@PecanFestival).

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10th Anniversary of Sahuarita Pecan Festival on Nov. 10

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date September 27, 2018

SAHUARITA, Ariz. – Green Valley Pecan Company is hosting the 10th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018. The festival, which is held on the Green Valley Pecan farm, runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free. There will be $5 on-site parking available immediately south of the Festival grounds with a portion of the proceeds benefiting groups volunteering at the event. A free shuttle service will also be available from Sahuarita School District and Walden Grove High School. This year’s Sahuarita Pecan Festival is dedicated to farmers and their essential work to feed communities worldwide.

This year’s Sahuarita Pecan Festival attractions include:

The 10th Annual Pecan Classic and Family Fun Run, starting at 8 a.m. Register online at taggrun.com. Participants will receive a free race t-shirt; top qualifiers in the Pecan Classic will win pecan-themed awards. Members of the Sahuarita 4-H Club will volunteer at the race and receive a portion of the funds for their activities.
A Kids Area—to include bounce houses, bungee jumping, a rock climbing wall, the Boy Scouts monkey bridge, petting zoo, craft activities and Arabian horse demonstrations presented by the Southern Arizona Arabian Horse Association.
Arts and crafts vendors in the marketplace, selling mostly, locally made, unique items perfect for holiday shopping.
A large area of Food vendors from all over Southern Arizona, preparing BBQ, sweets, and treats.
A Heritage Area, featuring tractor pull contests and antique tractor displays.
Horse-drawn wagon rides into the orchard for pecan harvest demonstrations. Cost is $2 per person (free for kids four years old or younger). All proceeds go directly to the Community Food Bank – Green Valley/Amado.
A Pecan Pie Contest, sponsored by Mama’s Hawaiian Barbeque. The entry fee is $10 and the registration form is due on Nov. 10. Open to all ages!
Pecan cracking contests.
Special entertainment guests include the Walden Grove High School dance team (The PAC), Southern Reins Band, Grizzly Band, and more.
Commemorative Festival items for purchase, including tote bags, t-shirts, lapel pins, and posters. In addition to the Festival, these items can be purchased in advance of the event at the Pecan Store.

“The Sahuarita Pecan Festival turns 10! We’re making our 10^th anniversary the best one yet, featuring the America’s Got Talent famous dancers from Walden Grove’s PAC dance team, unique farming and pecan interactive activities, and the best gifts offered in the Santa Cruz Valley! We’re honoring the contributions of farmers this year and we’re excited to invite the community to celebrate with us,” said Paula Beemer, Sahuarita Pecan Festival Coordinator.

The success of the Sahuarita Pecan Festival is a result of the collaboration of Green Valley Pecan Company and its community partners through various sponsorships. Major sponsors of the 2018 Festival include: Desert Diamond Casinos, Crown Community Development, Day’s Excavating, Meritage Homes, Sierra Mining & Crushing LLC, Stotz Equipment, Green Valley News, and KGUN 9 on Your Side.

The Sahuarita Pecan Festival is held at the Green Valley Pecan Company located at 1625 E. Sahuarita Road in Sahuarita, AZ. The inaugural event was in 2009 and averages approximately 20,000 attendees each year. Over the past nine years, the Festival has raised more than $100,000 for local charities. For the more details, please visit the official Festival website at www.SahuaritaPecanFestival.com. Additional information can also be found on Facebook (/SahuaritaPecanFestival) and Twitter (@PecanFestival).

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Accepting Vendor Applications for the 2018 Sahuarita Pecan Festival

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date June 1, 2018

SAHUARITA, Ariz. – Green Valley Pecan Company will begin accepting vendor applications from the general public for the 10^th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival on June 1. The Sahuarita Pecan Festival, scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, is held on the grounds of Green Valley Pecan Company in Sahuarita, Ariz. and draws approximately 25,000 visitors every year. The Festival is a family-focused, community oriented one-day event. It features the Pecan Store, food vendors, shopping with local artisans, Arabian horse demonstrations, horse-drawn hay wagon rides, entertainment, tractor pulling competitions, and much more. For more information on how to become a vendor, please visit www.SahuaritaPecanFestival.com/vendors.

The Sahuarita Pecan Festival also features local vendors, including food vendors, artisans for the marketplace, and community organizations. The Sahuarita Pecan Festival is seeking vendors that will enhance the atmosphere of the Festival. This event highlights regional and local businesses, particularly those with locally grown foods or products of the Santa Cruz River Valley. Those interested in being a vendor must fill out an application, which is subject to approval by a committee. The deadline for vendor registration is Oct. 1, 2018; however, spaces are limited and will fill up quickly.

“The Sahuarita Pecan Festival is a day for our neighbors to come together and celebrate our community and our region’s history. Our vendors highlight the best our community has to offer—unique, handmade items that make great holiday gifts, as well as delicious food from local businesses. We have a limited number of spots for vendors, so those interested should submit an application soon!” said Paula Beemer, Sahuarita Pecan Festival Coordinator.

The Sahuarita Pecan Festival was first held in 2009 and averages approximately 25,000 attendees each year. Over the past nine years, the Festival has raised nearly $100,000 for the community. For the more details, please visit the official Festival website at www.SahuaritaPecanFestival.com. Additional information can also be found on Facebook (/SahuaritaPecanFestival) and Twitter (@PecanFestival).

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Sahuarita Pecan Festival Raises $14,000 for Community

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date December 5, 2017

10th Annual Festival Scheduled for Nov. 10, 2018

SAHUARITA, Ariz. – Green Valley Pecan Company hosted the 9th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017 at the Green Valley Pecan farm, drawing approximately 25,000 guests throughout the day. Families and friends celebrated Veterans Day at the Festival with horse-drawn wagon rides, pecan cracking contests, tractor pull contests, and Veteran recognition events, including a flyover by the 162nd Wing and a special photo at the Festival of more than 50 local veterans that was featured in the Green Valley News.

The Sahuarita Pecan Festival kicked off in the morning with the 9th Annual Pecan Classic and Family Fun Run—hosted by Tagg Running Events—that led nearly 350 runners and walkers through the pecan orchard. The top male finisher in the 3.3-mile was 29-year-old Jose Rodriguez with a time of 18:22.0; the top female finisher was 33-year-old Lauren Reasoner from Sahuarita with a time of 20:58.6.

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Thirteen pies were entered in the Festival’s Pecan Pie Contest, hosted by Mama’s Hawaiian Barbeque. The 2017 winner was Morgan Scott of Sahuarita. In second place was Louann Young and in third place was Christina Stephens. They all used Green Valley Pecans as the main ingredient in their pies. Participants were judged by District 4 Pima County Supervisor Steve Christy, Chef Frédéric Lange from Lavender’s Restaurant in Green Valley, Town of Sahuarita Mayor Tom Murphy, retired actor Michael Caprio who performed in well-known productions such as “Amistad” and “The Sopranos,” and Chase Emery, a member of the Sahuarita High School culinary arts program.

As a major annual event in the Sahuarita and Green Valley communities, the Sahuarita Pecan Festival helps support local volunteer groups and non-profits. This year, $14,000 was raised, a portion of which will be distributed to local community groups within the coming weeks, including: the Amado-Green Valley Community Food Bank; Walden Grove High School groups such as the Student Council, the Booster Club, Wolfpack Football team, the Camera Club, the Cheer team, and the Law & Public Safety; Boy Scouts of America Troop 301; Valle Verde Rotary Club; the Sahuarita Food Bank; the Sahuarita Police Explorers; Tucson Synchro; and Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, an organization dedicated to the physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled active military service personnel and disabled veterans through fly fishing. In total, the Festival has raised nearly $100,000 for the community over the past nine years.

“The 9^th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival was a huge success! Guests were able to get some holiday shopping done while also learning about the farm and honoring our veterans. Best of all, we raised money for local charities that will help families in our community. Join us next year for our 10^th Anniversary on Saturday, Nov. 10!” said Paula Beemer, Sahuarita Pecan Festival Coordinator.

The Sahuarita Pecan Festival is held at the Green Valley Pecan Company located at 1625 E. Sahuarita Road in Sahuarita, AZ. The inaugural event was in 2009; over the past nine years, the Festival has raised approximately $100,000 for local charities. For the more details, please visit the official Festival website at www.SahuaritaPecanFestival.com. Additional information can also be found on Facebook (/SahuaritaPecanFestival) and Twitter (@PecanFestival).

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Judges Selected for the Pecan Pie Contest

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date October 30, 2017

SAHUARITA, Ariz. – Judges have been announced for the Pecan Pie Contest, to be held during the 9^th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017 at the Green Valley Pecan farm. Judges will include local elected officials, media representatives, a culinary arts high school student, and a chef. Judges will taste the pecan pies the morning of the Festival with an official announcement of the top three pies at 1:30 p.m.

Judges for this year’s Pecan Pie Contest will be:

Pima County Supervisor Steve Christy
Town of Sahuarita Mayor Tom Murphy
Green Valley News Publisher Dru Sanchez
KGUN 9 reporter Allen “Big Al” Kath
Lavender Restaurant Chef Frédéric Lange
Sahuarita High School culinary arts student Chase Emery

The general public is invited to compete in the Pecan Pie Contest; entry forms, along with a $10 entry fee, must be submitted by Nov. 10 to Mama’s Hawaiian Barbecue, located at 15990 S. Rancho Sahuarita Blvd. Contestants will bake and deliver two pies to the Sahuarita Pecan Festival on Nov. 11 by 11 a.m. Winners will be announced at the main stage during the Festival at 1:30 p.m.; top three finishes will receive prizes from Green Valley Pecan Company. For more information, including a downloadable entry form, visit sahuaritapecanfestival.com.

“The Sahuarita Pecan Festival’s Pecan Pie Contest is always a fan-favorite! This year our competitors will have to show off their baking skills to several local community leaders, such as Pima County Supervisor Steve Christy. It’s not too late to enter the Pecan Pie Contest; entries are due Nov. 10,” said Paula Beemer, Sahuarita Pecan Festival Coordinator.

The Sahuarita Pecan Festival is held at the Green Valley Pecan Company located at 1625 E. Sahuarita Road in Sahuarita, AZ. The inaugural event was in 2009 and averages approximately 20,000 attendees each year. Over the past eight years, the Festival has raised more than $75,000 for local charities. For the more details, please visit the official Festival website at www.SahuaritaPecanFestival.com. Additional information can also be found on Facebook (/SahuaritaPecanFestival) and Twitter (@PecanFestival).

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Sahuarita Pecan Festival Opens Registrations for Vendors and Sponsors

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date June 1, 2017

SAHUARITA, Ariz. – Green Valley Pecan Company is now accepting applications for vendors and sponsors for the 9th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival, scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017. The Sahuarita Pecan Festival, held on the grounds of Green Valley Pecan Company in Sahuarita, Ariz., draws more than 20,000 visitors every year and is a family-focused, community oriented one-day event. The Festival features the Pecan Store, food vendors, shopping with local artisans, Arabian horse demonstrations, horse-drawn hay wagon rides, entertainment, tractor pulling competitions, and much more. This year, the event will highlight the contributions of veterans. For more information on sponsorship opportunities or vendor applications, please visit www.SahuaritaPecanFestival.com.

Sponsorship of the Sahuarita Pecan Festival is the perfect way to reach the growing, prosperous market of young families and active adults in the Santa Cruz River Valley. Sponsors will be part of an aggressive marketing campaign utilizing Festival media partners, digital and print advertising, and social media promotion. Sponsorship levels range from $750 up to $10,000; the number of sponsorship slots is limited. The Festival sponsorship deadline for final media exposure is Sept. 19, 2017.

The Sahuarita Pecan Festival also features local vendors, including food vendors, artisans for the marketplace, and community organizations. The Sahuarita Pecan Festival is seeking vendors that will enhance the atmosphere of the Festival. This event highlights regional and local businesses, particularly those with locally grown foods or products of the Santa Cruz River Valley. Those interested in being a vendor must fill out an application, which is subject to approval by a committee. The deadline for vendor registration is Oct. 1, 2017; however, spaces are limited and will fill up quickly.

“This is a very important day for us, the event, not only provides an opportunity to share our story with our families, neighbors, and friends, but it also allows us and all participating business to support the well-being of our community,” said Paula Beemer, Sahuarita Pecan Festival Coordinator.

The Sahuarita Pecan Festival was first held in 2009 and averages approximately 20,000 attendees each year. Over the past eight years, the Festival has raised more than $30,000 and nearly 6,000 pounds of food for local charities. For the more details, please visit the official Festival website at www.SahuaritaPecanFestival.com. Additional information can also be found on Facebook (/SahuaritaPecanFestival) and Twitter (@PecanFestival).

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8th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival Draws Nearly 25,000

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date November 21, 2016

SAHUARITA, Ariz. – On Saturday, Nov. 12, the 8^th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival welcomed nearly 25,000 guests, topping last year’s attendance of 20,000. The 2016 Festival raised almost $25,000 benefitting student organizations and community partners, in addition to the food that was collected for the Community Food Bank – Green Valley; in exchange for canned food, guests were able to ride a horse-drawn wagon through the orchard for a harvest demonstration.

“FICO and The Green Valley Pecan Company are pleased to once again offer this free, family-friendly event for the community. The Sahuarita Pecan Festival continues to grow every year, becoming a tradition in the Santa Cruz River Valley for families from across Southern Arizona. The Festival offers unique entertainment, shopping opportunities, and a variety of food choices while supporting local organizations, such as the Community Food Bank – Green Valley and the Boy Scouts of Southern Arizona,” said Bruce Caris, COO of The Green Valley Pecan Company.

The Pecan Classic Run was held in the morning with more than 350 participants. And as always, Power from the Past Tractor Pull was especially popular. The kids’ area was once again sponsored by Green Valley News and Sahuarita Sun. Returning this year was Southern Arizona Arabian Horse Association (SAAHA) with parades and demonstrations.

The Pecan Store expanded its store tent by 2500 square feet for the day. It was still bustling with customers to pick their favorite treats as the Festival was shutting down. Guests that missed the Festival or would like to purchase additional products can visit the Pecan Store seven days a week, Monday through Saturday from 9am to 5pm, Sundays from 10am to 4pm, or online at www.pecanstore.com.

The partnership with KGUN9 and Tucson’s CW has grown to include many of their top news and entertainment personalities on site to greet fans throughout the day. Big Al has been a fixture at the event since year one and this year he brought along Erin Christiansen and many others. The partnership with KGUN9 and Tucson’s CW and the on-air, on-line support they have provided is a major contributor to this year’s success.

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Sahuarita Pecan Festival Maps Have Been Posted

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date November 5, 2016

The 8th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival is a week away! Here are this year’s maps.

Sahuarita Pecan Festival Grounds

This year’s Festival attractions include:

· The 8th Annual Pecan Classic Nut Run/Walk, starting at 9 a.m. Register online at www.taggrun.com/event/pecan-classic

· A Kid’s Area, sponsored by Green Valley News and Sahuarita Sun. The Kid’s Area will include bounce houses, carnival games, bungee jumping and pony rides and our popular Arabian horse demonstrations presented by Southern Arizona Arabian Horse Association.

· Arts and crafts vendors in the marketplace, selling locally made, unique items perfect for holiday shopping.

· Food vendors from all over Southern Arizona, preparing BBQ, sweets, and treats.

· A Heritage Area, featuring tractor pull contests, antique tractor displays, and Model A cars.

· Horse-drawn wagon rides into the orchard for pecan harvest demonstrations. Cost is $1 per person (free for kids five years old or younger), or donate non-perishable food items.

· A Pecan Pie Contest, sponsored by Mama’s Hawaiian Barbeque. The entry fee is $10 and the registration form, due on Nov 11, can be found on the Festival website, along with additional details.

The Sahuarita Pecan Festival is held at the Green Valley Pecan Company, 1625 E. Sahuarita Road, Sahuarita, AZ. Festival attendees can take advantage of the free shuttle service from two locations around Sahuarita: Walden Grove High School, and Sahuarita School District’s parking lot. Also, parking (general and disabled) will be available immediately south of the festival grounds for $5 per car. Most of the festival grounds and parking areas are not paved; please take care and be aware of the grounds when getting around.

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2015 Festival Pecan Pie Contest Results

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date November 24, 2015

Thank you to all that participated in this year’s Sahuarita Pecan Festival Pecan Pie Contest. The winner is “The Stephens Caramel Pecan Pie” by Christina Stephens. 2nd place went to Nyki Harrington and 3rd place to Michael Bloss. Please take a look at the winning recipe and maybe get it a try. It was delicious!

Ingredients:

CRUST
8 tablespoons of butter
2 cups Crisco
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
5 cups flour
4 eggs
1/2 cup crushed pecans
sprinkle of cinnamon

PIE FILLING
2/3 cup butter
1 1/2 cup brown sugar
6 eggs
2 cups corn syrup
1/4 cup chopped pecans

CARAMEL PECAN GLAZE
1/2 cup pecans crushed
14 oz can caramel flavored condensed milk

Directions:

Combine all CRUST ingredients, roll out, sprinkle the cinnamon and pecan over the 1/4 inch crust and roll like a cinnamon roll, once rolled cut 1/4 inch rolls, spread on wax sheet and apply an over lay wax sheet, and roll into a crust.

Pre heat oven to 375, mix all PIE FILLING ingredients and pour into pie crust.

Slow cook CARAMEL PECAN GLAZE in a pot until thickens and then glaze pie.

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7th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival Draws Nearly 25,000

Post author By Pecan Festival
Post date November 23, 2015

SAHUARITA, Ariz. – On Saturday, Nov. 14, the 7^th Annual Sahuarita Pecan Festival welcomed nearly 25,000 guests, topping last year’s attendance of 20,000. The 2015 Festival raised almost $15,000 benefiting student organizations and community partners. Approximately 700 pounds of food was collected for the Green Valley Sahuarita Community Food Bank; in exchange for canned food, guests were able to ride a horse-drawn wagon through the orchard for a harvest demonstration.

“FICO and The Green Valley Pecan Company look forward to welcoming our guests every year. The festival continues to grow and has become a tradition in the Santa Cruz River Valley for families from across Southern Arizona. The Sahuarita Pecan Festival offers unique entertainment while supporting local organizations, such as the Green Valley Sahuarita Community Food Bank,” said Bruce Caris, COO of The Green Valley Pecan Company.

The Pecan Classic Run was held in the early morning with approximately 300 participants. And as always, Power from the Past Tractor Pull was especially popular. The kids’ area was once again sponsored by Green Valley News and Sahuarita Sun. Returning this year was Southern Arizona Arabian Horse Association (SAAHA) with parades and demonstrations.

The partnership with KGUN9 and Tucson’s CW has grown to include many of their top news and entertainment personalities on site to greet fans throughout the day. Big Al has been a fixture at the event since year one and this year he brought along Guy Atchley, Erin Christiansen and many others. The partnership with KGUN9 and Tucson’s CW and the on-air, on-line support they have provided is a major contributor to this year’s success.

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