Batter up! In January and February 2016, librarian Jim Patrick will present “Baseball in Yuma: The Ups and Downs of a Baseball Town” at Yuma County Libraries. There is no charge to attend.
Baseball in Yuma-Part 1 (pre-1950’s)
Learn about early exhibition games with the Chicago White Sox, Boston Red Sox, Boston Bloomer Girls, Tokyo Giants, and more. Other topics include Satchel Paige’s appearances in Yuma, baseball during the Depression and World War II, and the rise of softball. Read Jim’s article about Satchel Page.
Thursday, January 14th @ 10:30 a.m.
Main Library
2951 S 21st Drive, Yuma AZ
Thursday, January 21st @ 10:30 a.m.
Foothills Library
13226 E South Frontage Road Yuma, AZ
Thursday, January 28th @ 10:30 a.m.
Heritage Library
350 S Third Avenue Yuma, AZ
Join us for “Part 2” in February! For more information, call (928) 782-1871.