Arizona in the Saddle September 2014 Issue | Page 20

The Importance of the
Labor Day in America

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mericans consider that they have reached the greatness of their country thanks to their
hard and diligent work. The work was a support both in hard times, and in the days of
prosperity. In America the labor ethics is honored not less then independence. That is
why the Labor Day in America is as important as the Day of Independence. By the way, the
tradition to do justice to the work has extended on many countries exactly from the USA.

The Labor Day in America is the national
holiday and embodiment of the economic
and public achievements of the citizens in
America; by tradition is usually celebrated on
the first Monday of September.

The main idea of this event is to arrange a
WILLIAMS
great celebration in honor of the American
Sep. 1–2 • Labor Day Rodeo
The Rodeo returns to Williams when Slash M Rodeo Co.
workers and give them an opportunity
presents the Williams Labor Day Rodeo at the Williams
to take a rest as a reward. Americas are
Rodeo Grounds, 1 pm, gates open at 11 am, $10, kids 5
the people who are all very different, and
and under free, 520-403-3309.
this is expressed in the way they celebrate
the holidays. Some of them honor the
TOMBSTONE
Sep. 1–3 • Rendezvous of the Gunfighters
traditions of the working-class movement
Gunfighter Groups group compete from throughout the
in acknowledgement of that status and wellU.S. Costume parade on Sunday on historic Allen Street,
being, which American workers have today.
10 – 4pm,free, 888-457-3929.

Labor Day Events
Around Arizona

For others (such as firemen, doctors and
policemen) the Labor Day is an ordinary
working day. On Monday of the Labor
Day almost all companies and even state
organizations do not work.

Have a
Safe and Happy
Labor Day!
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September 2014

CAVE CREEK

Sep. 2 • Hawaiian Luau & Pig Roast

One of Arizona’s last authentic Western towns will get a
taste of Hawaii! Enjoy a thrilling “Fire Knife Dance” and
lots of fun! Festivities include Pig Roast Luau Buffet,
Ka’ea Mauna Lani Hawaiian Luau Dancers, Grantman
& the Island Beat, Limbo & Hula Contests, Face Painting,
Lei Making, and More. Harold’s Corral, gates open 5:30 pm,
tickets $25 adults; $12 children 12 and under,
reservations 480-488-1906.

MESA

Sep. 4–6 • Fun in the Sun Weekend

9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. - Join Arizona’s “floating picnic” and relax
with family and friends. Tubers are encouraged to arrive
early because tube availability and parking spaces decrease by noon. The latest tube rental is at 3 p.m. Glass
containers are prohibited, and ice chests are inspected.
Tubers must be age 8 or older and at least 4 feet tall.
$15 per person/tube rental. Salt River Tubing and
Recreation, 9200 N. Bush Highway, Mesa.
480-984-3305, www.saltriv \