CALENDER
Central Phoenix
October 10-11
The Phoenix Antiques, Bottles and Collectibles Club's Show and Sale, Phoenix
View an array of collectibles including vintage toys, newspapers,
tools and a host of other items. North Phoenix Baptist Church, 5757 N. Central
Ave. 602-317-4438, phoenixantiquesclub.org.
October 10 -12
Festival in the Desert, Phoenix.
Enjoy a three-day music, art
and food festival and performances by top musician, including Pat Benatar, The
Temptations, Boz Scaggs, Smokey Robinson, Euge Groove, Buddy Guy, Jonny Lang,
Dr. John and Los Lobos. JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, 5350 E. Marriott
Dr. 602-267-1600, jwfestivalinthedesert.com.
October 10-12
Greater Phoenix Greek Festival, Phoenix.
Featuring Greek food,
music, dancing, jewelry, art, grocery items and activities for children. Folk
dancers will perform every hour and dance lessons will be offered daily. Join
the line dancing and shout “opa” to the tunes of a live Greek band. James A.
Speros Community Center, 1973 E. Maryland Ave. 602-264-2791, holytrinityphx.org.
October 25
The Mystery Authors Benefit Luncheon, Phoenix.
Avid mystery readers
won’t want to miss this event featuring three award-winning mystery novelists:
Alex Kava, Andrew Klavan and Katherine Neville. Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa,
2400 E. Missouri Ave. 602- 244-8166,
namiaz.org.
West Valley
September 26-28
Wild Western Festival, Avondale.
Where better to re-create the
Wild West than at a real, working movie studio. Families take center stage in
the innumerable western-themed shows and activities taking place throughout the
weekend. Created by former Hollywood stuntman D.R. Buck Montgomery, the festival
includes a stunt show and a parade of classic western TV stars. C.J.S. Movie
Studios, 2005 N. 103rd Ave. 623-521-3856, wildwesternfestival.com.
October 24-26
Taste of Greece Food and Dance Festival,
Peoria.
Enjoy authentic Greek cuisine, delicious
pastries, imported beer and wine, live Greek entertainment,
folk dancing, imports, games and activities for
kids of all ages. St. Haralambos Church, 10320
N. 84th Ave. 623-486-8665, peoriagreekfest.com.
October 31-November 2
Cycle World International
Motorcycle Show, Glendale.
Check out the latest
sport bikes, dirt bikes, dual sports, cruisers,
scooters, ATVs and more. From bikes that get more
than 50 miles per gallon to the all-electric, zero-emission
Vectrix scooter, participants can learn about the
latest fuel-efficient options on two and three
wheels. University of Phoenix Stadium, 1 Cardinals
Way. 800-331-5706, motorcycleshows.com.
East Valley
September 2-7
A Chorus Line, Tempe.
In an empty
theatre, on a bare stage, casting for a new Broadway
musical is almost complete. For 17 dancers, this
audition is the chance of a lifetime. It’s the
one opportunity to do what they've always dreamed
— to have the chance to dance. ASU Gammage, Mill
Avenue and Apache Boulevard. 480-965-3434, asugammage.com.
September 20
CiPAAS Open, Scottsdale.
Don’t miss
this shotgun-start golf tournament, which will
be followed by an awards luncheon, prizes and
both live and silent auctions. Proceeds benefit
youth programs of the Scottsdale Police Department.
CiPAAS, Citizen Police Academy Alumni of Scottsdale,
is a non-profit organization formed in 2002.
Starfire Golf Club, 11500 N. Hayden Rd., 480-628-8200,
cipaas.org.
September 25
Taste of Cave Creek, Cave Creek.
Enjoy flavorful taste samples from nearly 20 of
the area’s most popular restaurants along with
live music by rock band, EastonAshe, and country
band, Rondavous. Stagecoach Village, 7100 E. Cave
Creek Rd. 480-437-1110, cavecreekchamber.org.
September 26 - 27
Happily Ever After League (HEAL)
Charity Weekend, Scottsdale.
Join the non-profit
Happily Ever After League of Scottsdale — supporting
moms with dependent children through cancer recovery
— as they host their annual golf classic and ball.
Scottsdale Plaza Resort, 7200 N. Scottsdale Rd.
480-275-0613, happilyeverafterleague.org.
October 4
CopaBall, Scottsdale.
Enjoy cocktails
followed by dinner, a silent auction and dancing
to music by the Chris Alcaraz Band. Proceeds benefit
patient welfare at Maricopa Medical Center. Camelback
Inn, 5402 E. Lincoln Dr. 602-568-7256.
October 14-19
The Rat Pack: Live at the Sands,
Tempe.
Following four unprecedented years on London’s
West End, this acclaimed production vividly recreates
a legendary evening at the Sands Hotel with the
most famous performers of our time: Frank Sinatra,
Sammy Davis, Jr. and Dean Martin. ASU Gammage,
Mill Avenue and Apache Boulevard. 480-965-3434, asugammage.com.
October 17-19
Kokopelli Krush, Chandler.
It all
started as a celebration of the grape harvest,
but now it’s a foot stomping party where teams
of two compete to see how much grape juice they
can make in just two minutes - with their feet.
Bistro@Kokopelli Winery, 35 W. Boston St., 480-792-6927.
October 18
Frank Kush Family Fun Run and Walk,
Tempe.
Open to all ages, there will be a 5K run,
5K walk, 1-mile fun run, 1-mile walk, and dog walk.
There will also be martial arts, Phoenix jazzersize
and other fitness-oriented demonstrations. Tempe
Beach Park, Mill Avenue and Rio Salado Parkway.
480-921-9341, frankkush.org.
October 24
Empty Bowls, Carefree.
The Sonoran
Arts League, the Town of Carefree, Marjon Ceramics,
and Carefree Resort & Villas invite you to
help fight hunger. Patrons purchase an original,
artist-crafted bowl, dine on pasta provided by
Carefree Resort & Villas and bid on the artwork
offered by members of the Sonoran Arts League.
Proceeds benefit the Desert Foothills Food Bank
and Resource Center. Carefree Town Center, Tom
Darlington Road and Cave Creek Road. 480-488-1145,
SonoranArtsLeague.org.
October 31 – November 2
Cave Creek Wild West Days,
Cave Creek.
Coordinated by the non-profit Cave
Creek Merchants Chamber of Commerce, this annual
event will once again transport the community back
to the late 1800s through several dozen mini-events
at various locations throughout a festive weekend.
480-437-1110, cavecreekchamber.org.
Northern Arizona
September 13-14
Village of Oak Creek Fine Artists
and Craftsmen Show and Sale, Sedona.
This free
juried show features 25 artists who live and
work in the Village of Oak Creek. VOCA Community
Center, 690 Bell Rock Blvd. 928-284-9497.
September 13
Copper Town Ball, Jerome.
Presented
by the Jerome Historical Society and Jerome Chamber
of Commerce, this formal party will feature a speakeasy,
casino, big band and great food. Spook Hall, 260
Hull Ave. 928-634- 1066 (tickets and information).
September 20-21
Flagstaff Open Studios Tour, Flagstaff.
This free event offers an inside look into Flagstaff’s
burgeoning art scene, with more than 80 participating
artists inviting the public into their studios.
Maps for event locations can be downloaded or obtained
at downtown galleries, the Coconino Center for
the Arts or the Flagstaff Visitors Center. 928-527-9288,
Flagstaff-arts.org (to download a map).
September 23-28
Sedona Jazz on the Rocks Festival,
Sedona.
From scat and traditional jazz vocals to
Latin jazz, the B3 organ and Bobby Hutcherson’s
mastery of the vibraphone, the festival brings
together a diverse and eclectic mix of jazz artists
and an expanded event schedule. Locations throughout
Sedona. 928-282-1985, sedonajazz.com.
September 27
Andy Devine Days Parade, Kingman.
The theme of this year’s parade is “The Over the
Hill Gang Rides Again” which celebrates Andy Devine
and his role in the movie of the same name, which
made its debut 38 years ago. Downtown Kingman (the
parade begins at First and Beale Streets). 928-757-7979,
cityofkingman.gov.
September 27-28
See Alpacas, Prescott Valley.
Get up close and personal with over 60 alpacas
during National Alpaca Farm Days. Guests will also
be able to view fiber arts and enjoy family fun
at the ranch. Peaceful Prairie Ranch, 89A and Coyote
Springs Road. 928-848-0267, peacefulprairie.com.
September 28
Capitol Steps, Prescott.
The Capitol
Steps return to Prescott to add their insightful,
humorous, musical perspective to the political
issues and stories of the election season. This
troupe of former Congressional staffers always
delivers topical, up-to-date satire, so each show
is fresh and new. Yavapai
College Performance Hall, 1100 E. Sheldon St.,
928-776-2000, capitolsteps.com.
October 3
The Temptations, Prescott.
Their precision
choreography, sublime harmonies, and classy onstage
suits made The Temptations the definitive male
R&B group of the 1960s. Today, they continue
to perform and record with original member and
founder Otis Williams in the lineup, along with
Terry Weeks, G.C. Cameron, Ron Tyson and Joe Herndon.
Yavapai College Performance Hall, 1100 E. Sheldon
St., 928-776-2000, thetemptations.net/main.html.
October 4-5
Folk Music Festival, Prescott.
Come
hear over 150 performers, take part in workshops,
and enjoy song swaps, singer-songwriter sessions,
theme jams, mini-concerts, sing-alongs, Sunday
morning country gospel singing, contra dancing
and clogging. There will also be a Sunday morning
musical instrument swap meet. Sharlot Hall Museum,
415 W. Gurley St. 928-445-3122, sharlot.org.
October 10
Paddy Keenan with John Walsh, Sedona.
Enjoy an evening featuring Paddy Keenan, generally
acknowledged as the most accomplished uilleann
piper performing today. Future Studios Live Performance
Venue, 30 Hozoni Dr. 928-282-9139 futurestudios.org
October 10
Bill Medley and Jay Johnson, Prescott.
Featuring Bill Medley along with comedian/ventriloquist
Jay Johnson, the show helps Yavapai College celebrate
its 40th anniversary. Medley is best known as one
half of The Righteous Brothers. Jay Johnson, who
starred in the television sitcom “Soap,” is considered
one of the best ventriloquists ever. Yavapai College
Performance Hall, 1100 E. Sheldon St., 928-776-2000.
October 11
Ghost Walk, Jerome.
Actors portray historic
events from Jerome’s wicked past through walking
tours featuring dramatic interpretations. Spook
Hall, 260 Hull Ave. 928-634-1066.
October 17
“Jungua – Descendents of the Dragon,”
Prescott.
This performance celebrates the Chinese
culture through an explosion of kung fu, acrobatics,
music, and dance. Dramatic scenery, authentic props,
and lavish costumes create a feast for the eyes.
The amazing skills of China’s finest acrobats and
martial arts masters combine with modern staging,
exciting choreography and dramatic music and lighting
to stimulate the senses. Yavapai College, 1100
E. Sheldon St., 928-776-2000, globalshows.us/Jungua.html.
October 18
Fall Craft Show and Sale, Chino Valley.
More than 30 local crafts people and artisans will
display their unique creations, plus there will
be a bake sale, raffle, door prizes and awards. Come
celebrate fall in the high country. Chino Valley
High School, 760 E. Center St. 928-636-9414.
October 24 -26
Fall Fine Arts and Crafts Show
and Sale, Payson.
View the diverse art of the high
country. A 20+ year tradition brings together
oil, acrylic and watercolor paintings with fiber
and rock art, wood carving, bronze and marble sculpture,
hand-crafted jewelry, weavings, batik and other
works by local professional artists. New Mazatzal
Casino Event Center, Hwy 87, adjacent to casino
building. 928-472-8147.
October 25-26 and November 1–2
Quad Cities Open
Studio Tour, Prescott.
The Quad Cities encompass
Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino, Dewey and Humboldt.
Artists will open their studios to give the public
a behind the scenes view of their creative process.
Tour visitors will enjoy meeting the artists in
a casual atmosphere and viewing a wide range of
artwork. They will also have the opportunity to
purchase pieces. Mountain Artists Guild, 228 N.
Alarcon St. (maps), 928-445-2510.
October 31 – November 1
BCAC Fall Festival Arts
and Crafts Sale, Lake Montezuma.
Enjoy a huge selection
of affordable gifts and holiday items. Baked goods
will also be on sale. Beaver Creek Adult Center,
4250 Zuni Dr. 928-567-5941.
Southern Arizona
September 5
Baxter Black Benefit Performance, Tucson.
Enjoy a performance by cowboy poet Baxter Black,
popular humorist, author, columnist, singer/songwriter,
comedian, and former veterinarian. University of
Arizona (Helen S. Schaefer Building), 1508 E. Helen
St. 520-626-4285.
September 6
Bisbee’s Highest Gardens, Bisbee.
This year’s garden tour will feature some of the
highest elevation gardens in Old Bisbee. A plein
air painting event will be held in conjunction
with the tour; artists and local musicians will
be on hand in select gardens. Old Bisbee along
West Boulevard and Wood Canyon. 866-224-7233, discoverbisbee.com.
September 20
Sierra Vista Fiddle Contest, Sierra
Vista.
Experience the revival of good old-fashioned
fiddle music. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and
be prepared for an exciting day of great music.
Veterans Memorial Park, 3105 E. Fry Blvd. 520-220-1166,
dkmusicstudio.com/fiddlecontest.
September 20
Roasted Chili Festival, Vail.
Enjoy
fresh roasted green chilis, chili ristas, locally
grown fresh produce, artisans, fresh hot food,
and live music. The Arizona Firewise Trailer will
be giving out important information about how to
protect your home from wildfire. There will
be raffles throughout the day to raise money to
support our weekly non-profit farmers and artisans
market and live music. Rincon Valley, between
Saguaro National Park Rincon Mountain District
and Colossal Cave Park. 520-591-2276, rvfm.org
September 28
The Southern Arizona Motorcycle Rally,
Tucson.
Do what you love and ride for a cause.
Enjoy a poker run, live music, food, vendors, and
much more. All proceeds benefit the Wounded Warrior
Project. Pima Air and Space Museum, 6000 E. Valencia
Rd. 520-406-4472, americasdefenders.org.
October 18 – 19
Anza Days, Tubac.
Celebrate Anza
Days —a living history celebration of the Indian,
Mexican and Spanish Colonial periods in Tubac.
Highlights include a reenactment on horseback
of Juan Bautista de Anza’s exploratory expedition
from Tubac to the Pacific where he founded San
Francisco. Enjoy living history demonstrations,
period costumes, folklorico dancers, music, food
and children's activities. Tubac Presidio State
Park, 1 Burrel St. 520-398-2704, tubacaz.com.
October 24-26
Tucson Bluegrass Music Festival,
Tucson.
The festival will feature all-day performances
by Dale Ann Bradley, Kirby Knob Boys, Sawmill Road,
Chris Stuart & Backcountry, Burnette Family
and the Blues “N” Grass Neighborhood Band —
all staged in a beautiful outdoor plaza. On Friday
evening, the Desert Bluegrass Association introduces
its band contest. Bands will compete for $1000
in prize money and the opportunity to perform on
the festival stage on Sunday. Desert Diamond
Casino, Interstate 19 and Pima Rd. 520-296-1231, desertbluegrass.org.
October 3 – 4
Tucson Slavic Festival, Tucson.
Enjoy church tours, music, folk dancing, crafts,
games, rides for children and traditional Slavic
foods. St. Melany Byzantine Catholic Church, 1212
N. Saguaro Ave. 520-886-4225.
October 10 – 12
Patagonia Fall Festival, Patagonia.
Shoppers can expect to see art, crafts, gifts and
goodies from over 125 exhibitors in a cool, shady
setting. Grab a bite to eat at one of the many
specialty food booths and enjoy the non-stop music
at the gazebo stage. Patagonia Town Park, located
on route 82 between Sonoita and Nogales, approximately
one hour from Tucson and three hours from Phoenix.
888-794-0060, patagoniaaz.com.
October 25
Fiesta De Las Calabazas, Oracle.
Join
in this community celebration featuring live music,
art, food, hands-on activities for kids, pumpkins,
gourds, outdoor fun and education for all ages.
Oracle State Park, Center for Environmental Education,
3820 Wildlife Dr. (entrance is one mile south of
Mount Lemmon Road). 520-896-2425, calabazas.org.
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