HIGHROADS Online - Calender of Events

Central Phoenix
January 14
Chinese New Year Spectacular, Phoenix.
Presented by the Divine Performing Arts Troupe, the Spectacular captures the spirit of the traditional Chinese culture with unforgettable music, dance and pageantry. This holiday tradition of Chinese people will delight the senses, touch the heart and move the soul. Dodge Theatre, 400 W. Washington St. 480-784-4444(tickets), phoenixspectacular.com.

February 9-10
World Championship Hoop Dance Contest, Phoenix.
Top American Indian and Canadian First Nation hoop dancers will showcase their skills in amazing performances. They compete for the prestigious title of world champion. Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. 602-252-8848, heard.org.

February 9-10
VNSA Used Book Sale, Phoenix.
Join the bibliophiles and bargain hunters to discover more than 600,000 secondhand volumes of books, paperbacks, texts, videos, CDs, computer manuals, maps, puzzles and other book-related items. Almost all books will be half price all day Sunday. Arizona State Fairgrounds Exhibit Building, 1826 W. McDowell Rd. 602-265-6805, vnsabooksale.org.

February 16-17
Arizona State Button Society Annual Show, Phoenix.
The event will showcase buttons entered in competition, educational displays and a variety of buttons for sale by dealers from across the United States. Embassy Suites, 1515 N. 44th St. 928-443-9831.

February 23
Dolls, Bears and More Show and Sale, Phoenix.
Browse through over 100 tables of merchandise and stay for a variety of dolls in competition. North Phoenix Baptist Church, 5757 N. Central Ave. 623-935-9204.

February 29-March 1
WorldFEST, Phoenix.

Rope a steer. Learn to use chopsticks. Paint a mask. These are just a few of the fun activities for kids at WorldFEST, where each of the Phoenix sister cities will be represented. Margaret T. Hance Park, 2nd Street and Moreland. 602-534-3751, phoenixsistercities.org.

East Valley

January 8 - April 5
Native Trails, Scottsdale.
This four-month series of free festivals celebrates Native American traditions, while focusing on the individual cultures of tribes who reside throughout the Southwest. The performers present their cultural history, pottery, textiles and more to introduce attendees to the diverse ways native people celebrate life. Scottsdale Civic Center Mall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. 480-421-1004, CultureQuestScottsdale.com.

January 10 - March 23
Arizona Fine Art EXPO, Scottsdale.
An event that combines the aspects of a juried fine art festival, the elements of a gallery and the inner-workings of an artist’s studio. The result is a unique celebration of art that functions as an educational tool for children and art enthusiasts. 26540 N. Scottsdale Rd. 480-837-4371, arizonafineartexpo.com.

January 18-20
Carefree Fine Art and Wine Festival, Carefree.
Featuring contemporary still life painter Debra Ozello, the festival promises to accommodate every art lover’s passions with over 165 juried artists and over 5000 pieces of original artwork. Downtown Carefree, 101 Easy St. 480-837-5637, ThunderbirdArtists.com.

January 26
Historic Home Tour, Mesa.
The Mesa Historical Museum is excited to be collaborating with Mesa High School students on this year’s tour, featuring the West Second Street Historic District. The tour will showcase nine private homes in addition to a variety of historic buildings, such as the Sirrine House, Antique Wedding House, and the Irving School. Mesa Historical Museum, 2345 N. Horne. 480-835-7358, mesahistoricalmuseum.org.

January 28 – February 3
FBR Open, Scottsdale.
Annually sporting the largest crowds on the PGA TOUR, the FBR Open has gained legendary status on TOUR for being unlike any other golf tournament. It starts with the unbelievable golf played by the likes of Aaron Baddeley, Phil Mickelson and Vijay Singh and ends with the biggest galleries on TOUR. TPC Scottsdale, 17020 N. Hayden Rd. 602-870-0163, phoenixopen.com.

February 2-3
Parada Fine Custom Handmade Cutlery Knife Expo, Scottsdale.
Meet the designers, international blade artists who use exotic woods and meteorite steel to craft the fine knives that will be on showcase. 7303 E. Earl Dr., 480-945-0700.

February 16-17
Desert Woodcarving Show 2008, Mesa.
The show will feature demonstrations, vendors, tools, books, the best bass wood and carving seminars. Centennial Hall, 201 N. Center St. 480-951-6175.

West Valley
January 4–13
RV Show & Sale, Peoria.
Eleven dealers in one location offering motor homes, travel trailers, tent trailers, fifth-wheel trailers, toy haulers and camping trailers — a one-stop shop to view the all-new recreational vehicles for 2008. Peoria Sports Complex, 16101 N. 83rd Ave. 480-967-8714.

January 12-13
ACNV Festival of Fine Art at Anthem, Anthem.
Attractions include a visual artist indoor juried fine art show and sale and music. Outlets at Anthem, 4250 W. Anthem Way. 623-551-2268, acnv.org.

February 1-2
Quilt Show by Creative Quilters, Sun City.
Check out an array of beautiful quilts at this year’s show, featuring a viewers choice judging, boutique and raffle. Lakeview Recreation Center, 10626 W. Thunderbird Blvd. 623-815-7868.

February 29 and March 1-2, 7-9
70, Girls, 70, Sun City.
Presented by the Sun City Players Community Theater, this musical tells the story of retired Broadway performers who decide to take action when they are threatened with the loss of their apartment building. Written by John Candor and Fred Ebb, the composers behind Chicago, the singing, dancing and vaudeville-inspired music are sure to delight. Mountain View Recreation Center, 107th Avenue and Mountain View Road. 623-815-0529.

Southern Arizona
January 6 - 31
Hand to Hand: Hand Hooked Rugs Benefiting Our Community, Tucson.
Featuring works of the Old Pueblo Rug Hookers, the proceeds of each sale benefit both a non-profit organization of the maker's choice and the ongoing preservation of the historic St. Philip's In the Hills Episcopal Church. St. Philip's In the Hills Episcopal Church (Murphey Gallery), northeast corner of River and Campbell. 520-325-8842, OPRH_guild@comcast.net.

February 16
Arizona Animal Fair, Tucson.
The Animal Fair features non-stop animal demonstrations, such as professional Frisbee teams, flyball, miniature horse carting, canine dancing and agility. There will be vendors, a low-cost vaccination clinic and plenty of animals available for adoption. Reid Park, northeast corner of 22nd Street and Country Club. 520-275-0445, azanimalfair.com.

February 18-24
Accenture Match Play Championship, Marana.
The Accenture Match Play Championship is part of the World Golf Championships, a series of three global events sanctioned by the International Federation of PGA Tours, which brings the world’s top 64 golfers together in a unique head-to-head match-play competition. Players like Tiger Woods, Ernie Els, Geoff Ogilvy and Phil Mickelson are expected to compete. The Gallery Golf Club at Dove Mountain (South Course), 14000 N. Dove Mountain Blvd. 866-942-2672, worldgolfchampionships.com .

Northern Arizona

January 4 - February 10
Black and White and Red All Over, Prescott.
It’s hot, it sizzles, it’s slick, it’s minimal, and it’s clean. It’s an old look made brand new. It’s black and white with a splash of red. This show will include the work of artists from across Arizona, including collage, acrylic, oil, pastel, watercolor and sculpture. Prescott Fine Arts Gallery and Gift Shop, 208 N. Marina St. 928-445-3286, tickets@pfaa.net.

January 5 and February 2
First Saturday Art Walk, Jerome.
Stroll the winding streets of this charming mountain town and visit 30 galleries and working studios. Free parking and shuttle services throughout the town. 928-649-2277, jeromeartwalk.com.

February 1-10
Tyson Wells Art and Craft Fair, Quartzsite.
Shop for arts, crafts, hobbies, jewelry, rocks, gems and minerals amidst a beautiful desert setting. Arizona’s La Posa Valley, Southwest corner of Highway 95 and I-10. 928-927-6364, tysonwells.com.

February 2
Dolls, Timeless Treasures, Yuma.
Presented by the Yuma Doll Club, the doll show will showcase dolls, bears, miniatures, doll accessories, trains and toys. Yuma Civic Center, 1440 Desert Hills Dr. 928-726-9646.

February 9–10
Winterfest Arts and Crafts Festival, Lake Havasu City.
Enjoy live entertainment on the Pearl Bailey Showmobile and food vendors in the food court. Upper McCulloch Boulevard between Smoke Tree and Acoma. 928-855-4115, havasuchamber.com.

February 23
It’s Chili in Quartzite, Quartzsite.
This chili cook-off and state salsa competition heats up Quartzite with spicy chili and tangy salsas. Tyson Wells Show Grounds, Highway 95 and Kuehn Street. 928-927-9321, qzchamber.com

January 12-20
Barett-Jackson Collector Car Auction, Scottsdale.
WestWorld Event Facility, 16601 N. Pima Rd. 480-421-6694, barrett-jackson.com.

January 16-20
Russo and Steele Sports and Muscle in Scottsdale, Scottsdale.
Russo and Steele Auction, 18601 N. Scottsdale Rd. 602-252-2697, russoandsteele.com

Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa, 2400 E. Missouri Ave. 800-211-4371, rmauctions.com

Fort McDowell Casino, 10424 N. Fort McDowell Rd. 800-255-4485, silverauctions.com

North 68th Street and East Camelback Road (adjoining Scottsdale Fashion Square). 310-899-1960, goodingco.com

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