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Odd Pueblo: Snappy or crappy?

This fun Odd Pueblo feature asks the audience to rate a trend, topic or sighting of something around town: is it snappy or crappy?

I was gladded when the last snappy or crappy, a bugged-out VW bug, got at least one non-crappy (although it may have been sarcastic).

The latest snappy or crappy should be something you all adore:

The MoonDance Saloon (aka The C Dance Saloon)

The MoonDance Saloon/Submitted photo
The MoonDance Saloon/Submitted photo

This chipper yet cozy venue is actually someone’s home sweet home where the chickens and ducks get harassed by the skunk unless the big dogs chase the skunk away.

While it’s not technically in Tucson – it’s down the road a bit in Arivaca – the MoonDance Saloon is cool enough to make an Odd Pueblo exception.

The snappy saloon’s most recent claim to fame is also fascinating: the place is neighbors with the North Trico Road property where a couple went missing and charred human remains were found in a fire pit.

So, what do you think? Please respond:
a. Snappy. That place looks more fun than a barrel of drunk monkeys.
b. Crappy. That place looks less fun than a barrel of cow pies.
c. I’m scared the couple who went missing may be haunting the place.
d. I’m too snobbish and close-minded to appreciate anything other than a cookie-cutter condo.

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  1. A.Farley says

    June 25, 2009 at 1:09 pm

    Snappy! I like the leg lamp in the window

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  2. Romeo says

    June 25, 2009 at 1:27 pm

    Super Crappy, looks alot like a set from Hee Haw but where’s the Bloodhound on the porch?

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  3. azmouse says

    June 25, 2009 at 1:45 pm

    Three snaps in a circle!
    I love it. It’s to darn cute. They just need an old guy out front, with a corn-cob pipe, whitling.

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  4. leftfield says

    June 25, 2009 at 3:13 pm

    I love it! I’ve spent a fair amount of time in Arivaca over the years and I’ve never seen this place. Where is it?

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    • RADC MAXIMUS says

      June 25, 2009 at 5:13 pm

      Howdy Lefty. It’s been a while since I have spent any real time down there. Seems to me this was somewhat of a hippie paradise. We used to go in the old mines and retrieve ore cars and such. Lots of ‘mota’ floating around. My buddy told me if you stray into somebodys crop you would probably end up ‘missing’. Just exactly what were you doin’ there… 🙂

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      • leftfield says

        June 25, 2009 at 7:15 pm

        Rescuing lost migrants (aka illegal immigrants) with water, food, maps and a guide to living high on the taxpayer’s dime.

        That, and hanging out at the Gadsden Coffee Co. on open mic night, singing along with all the old Bob Dylan and Neil Young songs.

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        • RADC MAXIMUS says

          June 25, 2009 at 7:28 pm

          Lefty, I have been there! Is it still there? …I gotta head on down and see whats changed. Lots of memories. Neil is one of my top 5. Oh, almost forgot, ahem…nasty illegal coddling commie! Have a good one.

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          • RADC MAXIMUS says

            June 25, 2009 at 8:49 pm

            Wait a minute-served in the military, Arivaca, sort of a left lean..lol…if you are who I think you are- How’s Betsy?

  5. RADC MAXIMUS says

    June 25, 2009 at 4:00 pm

    Can’t decide, I’d have to see more of this joint. Is it like a facade from old tucson? PS- I have spent a bit of time in Arivaca, never seen this place either.

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  6. Romeo says

    June 25, 2009 at 4:21 pm

    Could this mysterious place be Ryn’s super secret artist chanta?

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    • Rynski says

      June 25, 2009 at 5:01 pm

      One can only wish!

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  7. azmouse says

    June 25, 2009 at 4:56 pm

    C’mon, RadMax-
    It’s like a nice version of ‘The Beverly Hillbillies’ house before the texas tea.

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    • RADC MAXIMUS says

      June 25, 2009 at 5:22 pm

      Howdy az. Pretty doggone close. I’m gonna check it out next time I’m in the neighborhood. Work takes me to the area frequently. I’ll get a few pics on my cell.

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      • azmouse says

        June 25, 2009 at 5:24 pm

        Cool! I’d love to see the inside.

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        • RADC MAXIMUS says

          June 25, 2009 at 5:44 pm

          AZ- I left you a note on Rynskis’ fascinating facts about the death penalty post, did you see it?

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          • azmouse says

            June 25, 2009 at 5:49 pm

            I missed it….
            I’ll go back and check it out.

  8. azmouse says

    June 25, 2009 at 5:54 pm

    LOL!!!!

    I had no idea! That was such a great night of bonding!! LOL! I thought I scared you away.
    DUDE!!!
    Okay, well that explains allot. You’re my cyber-crush! LOL!!

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    • azmouse says

      June 25, 2009 at 5:54 pm

      (directed at RadMax)

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      • RADC MAXIMUS says

        June 25, 2009 at 7:31 pm

        You’re makin’ me blush az…. 🙂

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        • RADC MAXIMUS says

          June 25, 2009 at 7:43 pm

          You remember how I used to bi…complain about people sending personal stuff on the posts,(I think I remember telling you and Jodirae to get a room.) I was too embarrassed to tell you on the old site. Hey, I’m doin’ it now! My apologies….to all.

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          • azmouse says

            June 26, 2009 at 12:01 am

            I remember it, and let it go. No sweat, bud. Besides, you breed well! LOL!! (she’s adorable) Bear’s not bad either…..

            I feel like I’ve connected with an old friend.
            Okay, enough of that personal crap…Get A Room!

            :^)

  9. RADC MAXIMUS says

    June 25, 2009 at 10:40 pm

    “I was gladded when the last snappy or crappy, got at least one non-crappy, a bugged-out VW bug” It was from a commie Rynski, doesn’t count. 🙂

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    • Rynski says

      June 26, 2009 at 5:58 am

      Hey, EVERYONE counts when they dig a bugged-out VW bug!

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  10. A.Farley says

    June 26, 2009 at 11:38 am

    You and Me? I’m blushing

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  11. paula shatsky says

    October 4, 2009 at 9:31 am

    hi,

    i would like to forward an article to andrew farley, however the yahoo360 blog went bust in august, and i have no way to follow his travails. i found his stories about rescuing immigrants very compelling and would like to know how to follow now. perhaps he has a new blog that  readers don’t have access to?

    thanks,

    paula

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  12. Maya says

    November 24, 2009 at 10:23 am

    Great Article, please feature this on the Bizymoms the bizymoms <a href=”http://www.bizymoms.com/arivaca/ ” alt=”http://www.bizymoms.com/arivaca/ “> Arivaca </a> community page, the moms will love it.

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  13. Correct says

    April 15, 2010 at 9:36 am

    FYI- This “saloon” is no where near the property of the pit where this couple was burned. The couple may have come from Arivaca but the property where they were murdered is west of Tucson, not in Arivaca.

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    • Rynski says

      April 15, 2010 at 9:44 am

      thanks, correct. the saloon ends up not in arivaca, either!
      actually, we are not sure if the saloon exists – it may be one of those local myths. but we do know the pit exists, sheriff said. thanks again for correction on location.

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    • andrew says

      April 15, 2010 at 10:32 am

      Ha! Oh yes it is FYI just down the street, caddy cornered. K.R.’s even been there. corporation saver

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