The Jersey Boys and League Ladies

Where were you in 1962?  Remember Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons?  "Big Girls Don't Cry" and "Walk Like a Man" and "You're Just Too Good To Be True."

A lively and enthusiastic presentation of The Jersey Boys brought the Historical League crowd to their feet. Lots of clapping, foot stomping, swaying to the music took place on Saturday, March 29 at Phoenix Theatre. 

The Historical League group agreed on the performance. . . "Oh, What A Night"!! 

Thanks to Josie Pete for the fun photos.

Diana Smith, Ane Lupica

Robin Ferguson, Josie Pete, Dean Willie

Katie Tovar, Karolee Hess, Josie Pete, Pam denDraak, Vanessa Rogers

Diana Gregory Foundation Honorees

 Each year the Diana Gregory Foundation honors two senior citizens who have made great contributions in their community. Historical League member Dr. Josephine Pete was honored this year.

Pictures from Norma Jean Coulter.

Attending the event are Historical League members Norma Jean Coulter with Dr. Josephine Pete, and Cathy and Tom Shumard. 

Dr. Josephine Pete, one of today’s honorees.

Guest speaker Andrew Young, 92 yr old former Atlanta mayor, U.S. representative, ambassador, guest speaker

Mrs. Elizabeth White, 102 yr old former honoree and 2023 Arizona Historymaker. Lady in red with Mrs. White is 104 yr old WW II army nurse who is also honorary mascot for Tuskegee airmen Arizona Chapter.

Historical League members enjoy 2023 Arizona Historymakers Event

 Sharing the event with family and friends, Historical League members relax and enjoy the 2023 Arizona Historymakers Celebration on October 14.

Juneteeth at AZHC described by AHS Todd Bailey

Todd Bailey, Special Projects Co-ordinator at AZHC, describes Juneteeth on his facebook page,  

"I was in the presence of amazing people today. Artists, Educators, colleagues, friends, and members of the greater Phoenix area, and even several Tucsonians. Putting together AHC’S Juneteenth Celebration was a GIFT to me. To work with so many amazing people and have so many noble and fine black folks in the room… was exactly what my diabolical little brain was constructing. I hope you didn’t miss it! 604 people came to enjoy the day with us and celebrated freedom and the discussion of freedom going forward. Thank you for all you Dr Josephine Pete, a member of the ASU Class of 1960. Dr Pete and her classmates went to the legislature that year and demanded that they make the “Tempe Normal School” into a full fledged UNIVERSITY! #therestishistory also, the incredibly talented, charming and handsome @bruce_the_violinist aka Bruce Kirkwood….. soother all our souls with violin like you have never heard before. I am still amazed that I actually booked him. What an incredible day!"

And the Historical league is so happy to have Dr. Josephine Pete as a member!!

Todd Bailey, Historical League member Dr. Josephine Pete, Bruce Kirkwood

Dolan Ellis, 2023 Arizona Historymaker

 Dolan Ellis – Arizona’s Official State Balladeer since 1966; composer of over 300 songs about Arizona was recently interviewed by Historical League member Dr. Josephine Pete. The Historical League is proud to recognize Dolan as a 2023 Arizona Historymaker for all that he has contributed to Arizona.

Celebration of the 2023 Arizona Historymakers is October 14, 2023 at Arizona Heritage Center at Papago Park, Tempe.

Congratulations to all 2023 Arizona Historymakers:

Frank M. Barrios, Michael M. Crow Ph.D., Angel Delgadillo, Dolan Ellis, Ira Fulton & the Fulton Family, Honorable Terry Goddard, Denise D. Resnik, Jeffrey M. Trent Ph.D., Daniel D. Von Hoff M.D., Mrs. Elizabeth J. White

Family members and friends support 2023 AZ Historymakers

 An enthusiastic group of family members attended the 2023 Arizona Historymakers Announcement on Feb 23. The lobby at Arizona Heritage Center at Papago Park was filled with supporters of the new group of Historymakers.

Catching up with old friends and making new ones: that was the atmosphere at the reception for 2023 Arizona Historymakers Announcement on Feb. 23. Past and present Historymakers, guests, Historical League volunteers crowded the lobby, creating a festive place.

New Member Orientation and Tour September 28, 2022

New Member Orientation and Tour: A great time to welcome fellow history lovers.

Claire commented, "It was a fun morning with our new members on tour through the Heritage Center. Lots of questions and individual memories shared. Laurie Sue gave a concise overview of the League’s work, play and education opportunities accompanied by Lynn Wood’s wonderful pumpkin spice cake! Rumor has it Lynn's cake was worth the price of admission!

 Past Pres. Claire Nullmeyer, Joyce Bailey, Janice Bryson, Dr Josephine Pete, new member mentor Laurie-Sue Rhetts, Lynn (tour co-ordinator) and Mike Wood, Pres. Chris Hackett