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Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival

07 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Downtown Carefree - 101 Easy Street, Carefree AZ 85377
Sunday, March 7, 2010

ESTEBAN, world-renowned flamenco guitarist, as featured musician in downtown Carefree. The festival features over 165 artists from throughout the United States and abroad, wine tasting, savory food and live musical entertainment. Esteban will be performing on the stage Friday and Sunday continuously from 10am to 5pm; while steel drum musician, Paul McDermand will be performing on Saturday afternoon.

Thunderbird Artists has combined Arizona’s highest quality art event with the state’s largest wine tasting event for a magnificent weekend in downtown Carefree. This festival features renowned artists from throughout the United States and fine wines from around the world. All together, this event promises to be a weekend to forever remember.

More info: www.thunderbirdartists.com…

Fine Art EXPO

07 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

26540 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Sunday, March 7, 2010

The Arizona Fine Art EXPO produced by Thunderbird Artists, is gateway to the foothills, where pristine mountain vistas, giant boulder formations, and towering saguaro cacti create spectacular silhouettes with dramatic sunsets. The scenic drive begins at the Arizona Fine Art EXPO and progresses north to Carefree.

Meet 100 renowned, award-winning artists from throughout the country that make the beautiful Sonoran Desert home for 10 weeks as they create original pieces of fine art in what has come to be known as one of Arizona’s best venues for collecting fine art.

Enjoy spectacular small to life-sized bronzes, mesmerizing paintings, scratchboard, batiks, sparkling stained and sculpted glass, clay, copper, stone carvings, medium to monumental sized metal sculpture, pottery, jewelry, photography and more.

The show begins Thursday, January 14 and runs everyday through Sunday, March 28 (10am to 6pm) daily in 44,000 square foot “festive white tents” at 26540 N. Scottsdale Road, on the SW corner of Scottsdale & Jomax Rds, Scottsdale, AZ. Season passes $8; seniors & military $7; children under 12 are free. Parking is free.

Patrons love strolling throughout the two-acre Sonoran Desert Sculpture Garden enhanced with many native cacti, bushes and plants identified with signage, a Koi pond, waterfalls, hummingbird and butterfly garden, putting green and more. Bridges intersect and cross over flowing water, stones, and sandy paths connecting sculptuers and educational trails.

Weekends come more alive with musical entertainment, wine tasting, garden parties, lovely Gala, artists’ book signings, art classes, workshops and more. More than 4,000 paintings and sculptures exhibited and for sale. Café and Artists’ Marketplace – For more information visit: www.arizonafineartexpo.com.

For more information call 480-837-7163 or visit www.arizonafineartexpo.com
Or email: JudyL@arizonafineartexpo.com.

More info: www.arizonafineartexpo.com

Practical Art presents: "Shapes" by Julio Cesar Rodarte

07 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Practical Art
5070 N Central Ave, Phoenix AZ 85012
Sunday, March 7, 2010

Why must paint be applied only to square or rectangular canvases? Inspired by the works of Frank Stella and Elizabeth Murray, emerging artist Julio Cesar Rodarte starts his creative process by first constructing a canvas in an unusual shape. Once he has his sculptural form, he then paints on the shapes with colorful repetitive patterns, geometric shapes, forms, silhouettes, numbers, going wherever the inspiration of the form takes him. Join us for a reception Friday, March 5, 2010. 7pm.

More info: www.practical-art.com

Presidential Portraits

07 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Anthem Art Gallery
42212 North 41st Drive
Anthem, AZ 85086
Sunday, March 7, 2010

In honor of President’s Day this February, the Anthem Art Gallery at The Caepe School will exhibit a collection of portraits of the nation’s 44 presidents. New York artist, Adam Clemente's “Presidential Portraits” will portray a separate image of each man who has served in the Oval Office. The opening event for the exhibit will be 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Anthem Art Gallery, where Clemente will be present.

Open viewing hours at the Anthem Art Gallery are by appointment only. To make anappointment, contact Dawn Schiano Kirchner at 623-533-5810.

More info: www.anthemartgallery.com

Half Pint Library Community Book Drive

07 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

All Half Price Books locations:
4322 E. Cactus Road (Phoenix)
2102 E. Camelback Road (Phoenix)
6339 E. Southern Avenue (Mesa)
Sunday, March 7, 2010

Half Price Books is launching its 12th Annual Half Pint Library Book Drive. This 6-week program collects and distributes children’s books to families and children in need through local non-profit and community organizations. Books donated through the Half Pint Library program provide an escape from the challenges faced by children, while helping to boost literacy outside of school. Everyone can donate new or gently used children’s books at any Half Price Books location from February 15 to March 31.

More info: www.halfpricebooks.com

Sunrise on Sunrise Brunch at Westgate's The Shout! House

07 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT

The Shout House at Westgate City Center
Sunday, March 7, 2010, 10am – 2pm

Westgate City Center’s dueling piano bar/restaurant, The Shout! House, know for its memorable nights, is now turning to days. Every Sunday beginning March 22, The Shout! House will begin serving an “all you can eat brunch” called “Sunrise on Sunrise Brunch.” The hot spot that’s perhaps best known by the 21-and-older crowd as the place to sing along to sometimes-scandalous rock ‘n roll dueling pianos seven nights a week, is showing its softer side. Soon, the same Shout! House crowd can bring the entire family for brunch and PG-rated pianos. $11.95 adults, $6.95 children younger than 12.

More info: www.theshouthouse.com

Playball: The Cactus League Experience

07 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Arizona Museum for Youth
35 N. Robson
Mesa, AZ 85201
Sunday, March 7, 2010, 10am

Batter! Batter! Pow! . . . and it’s outtathe ballpark, folks! AMY is set to hit a home run with upcoming exhibition: PlayBall! Spring training has a long, lucrative and influential history in Arizona, dating back to at least 1909. PlayBallcelebrates over 100 years of professional baseball in Arizona as it walks you through a professional baseball timeline from the sporty, barnstorming days before statehood to the inauguration of the Cactus League in 1947, up to present day with 15 teams set to play the 2010 spring training season.
The interactive and educational exhibition will treat visitors to stories of the players, teams and ballparks that the legendary boys of spring experienced when working hard each spring in the desert.

More info: www.arizonamuseumforyouth.com

Arizona Renaissance Festival

07 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT

12601 E HWY 60
Apache Jct, AZ 85218
Sunday, March 7, 2010, 10am – 6pm

What is the Renaissance Festival? The Renaissance Festival is a medieval amusement park, a 12-stage theatre, a 30-acre circus, an arts and crafts faire, a Jousting Tournament and a feast, all rolled into one non-stop, day-long, family adventure!

What are the dates and hours of the Festival? The Festival is open on weekends, Saturdays, Sundays and Presidents' Day Monday, from February 6th to March 28th. Festival hours are 10:00 AM until 6:00 PM.

More info: www.renfestinfo.com

The Great Arizona Beer Festival

07 Mar 2010 21:00:00 GMT

Tempe Beach Park
Mill Avenue and Rio Salado Parkway (NW Corner)
Sunday, March 7, 2010, 2 – 6pm

22nd ANNUAL GREAT ARIZONA BEER FESTIVAL OFFERS MORE THAN 200 SPECIALTY AND MICRO-BREWED BEERS, FOOD AND ENTERTAINMENT.

100 percent of funds raised provide services to people who live with vision disabilities in Arizona

200+ specialty and micro-brewed beers from all over the Southwest and beyond combined with Arizona’s gorgeous spring weather, great food and entertainment can only mean one thing – Arizona’s Premier Beer Tasting Festival. The 22nd Annual Great Arizona Beer Festival is coming to Tempe Beach Park on March 6 and 7, 2010. Dedicated to the enjoyment of fine craft brews, more than 7,000 beer aficionados, Arizonans and guests attend this weekend-long festival each year to celebrate and sample some of the region’s most rare and exotic craft beers. As if that weren’t enough – 100 percent of the proceeds benefit Sun Sounds of Arizona, a free radio and reading service for people whose physical disabilities prevent them from reading printed material, such as newspapers, magazines and best-selling books.

Along with specialty and micro-brewed tastings, the Festival features live music, games, a variety of great food, and fun for people age 21 and over.

Tickets are $40 in advance and $50 at the gate for general admission, including up to 24 different beer samples, or $80 in advance/$90 at the gate for VIP admission. VIP tickets include entry into the “VIP Experience,” an exclusive lounge area with catered food, shade, VIP entertainment and games, separate restrooms, and other amenities. VIP’s may also enter an hour before the Festival starts and will receive a free event T-shirt and gift bag. Designated drivers receive entry to the festival for only $20, and have a special reserved lounge area, featuring complimentary massages, makeovers, healthy snacks, soft drinks and more.

Tickets are available at www.azbeer.com and at participating pubs and retail outlets.

More info: www.azbeer.com

Capitol Steps

07 Mar 2010 22:00:00 GMT

The Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts
1090 S Vulture Mine Rd
Wickenburg, AZ 85390
Sunday, March 7, 2010, 3pm

The Capitol Steps began as a group of Senate staffers who set out to satirize the very people and places that employed them. Representing 62 collective years of House and Senate experience in 18 Congressional offices, everything political is fodder for the Steps. Since the musical comedy troupe began, the Capitol Steps have recorded 29 albums, including their latest, Obama Mia! Every political issue – and non-political issues, too, is fair game for this very funny, quick-witted company of comics.

More info: www.delewebbcenter.org…

More Truth Will Set You Free

07 Mar 2010 22:00:00 GMT

East West Exchange
2051 W. Warner Rd. Suite 19
Chandler, AZ 85224
Sunday, March 7, 2010, 3 – 5pm

In this workshop, you will enter a profound vortex of healing energy, with a facilitator trained and initiated by Derek O'Neill (BornFreeNow.com). The workshops offer inspirational music, meditation, and teachings that contain ancient wisdom and yet apply to today’s world. The teachings will be fun and you will laugh, cry, and change on all levels of your being.

More info: www.ew-exchange.com…

Oscar Night America Benefiting the Arthritis Foundation

07 Mar 2010 23:30:00 GMT

Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa, 2400 East Missouri Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona
Sunday, March 7, 2010, 4:30 – 10:30pm

On Sunday, March 7, the Arthritis Foundation will host its 16th Annual Oscar Night America at the Arizona Biltmore Resort. The event will honor Senator Carolyn Allen for her tireless work in advocacy for the foundation. Upon arrival party goers will be treated like stars as they walk down the red carpet, mingle during a cocktail reception, enjoying fine wines, cigar rolling, make-up touch-ups, and swag bags. Once they are seated, guests will feel part of the Hollywood crowd as they receive their official Oscar show program, enjoy a multi-course dinner all while watching a direct simulcast from ABC15’s broadcast of the 82nd Annual Academy Awards. The Phoenix event, co-sponsored by Health Net of Arizona and National Bank of Arizona, is one of 50 official Oscar viewing parties hosted around the United States. $500 per person and includes cocktail reception, swag bag, entertainment, and dinner. For more information about Oscar Night America or to purchase tickets go to www.arthritis.org (search: Oscar) or call 602.264.7679.

More info: www.arthritis.org

Sarah Kriehn: An Exhibition of Collagraphs

08 Mar 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Olney Gallery at Trinity Cathedral
100 W. Roosevelt St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Sunday, March 7, 2010, 6pm

Cathedral Center for the Arts presents— Sarah Kriehn: An Exhibition of Collagraphs

Please join us at the Olney Room Gallery in Trinity Cathedral for a month-long solo exhibit of the work of Sarah Kriehn which will be included in First Friday and Sunday of the Art Detour 22 (gallery closed Saturday, March 6) during the first weekend in March.

Sarah is a printmaker whose approach to art lies between the fields of printmaking and painting. This exhibit will display her original collagraphs, which chronicle encounters and experiences in life. From subtle tonalities to vibrant hues, these works are evocative of the closely attended response to internal and external states. The exhibit will also focus on the differences and similarities in groups of collagraphs printed from the same plate. Sarah is an Arizona native and North Central Phoenix resident. Her work has been exhibited at the Shemer Art Center & Museum, Herberger Gallery, University of Arizona Medical School, Tempe Center for the Arts and the Phoenix Art Museum.

Sarah Kriehn was born and raised in Winslow, Arizona and has a degree from Arizona State University. For twenty years she taught elementary art in the Phoenix schools. Ms. Kriehn now works full time as an artist.

An Exhibition of Collagraphs by Sarah Kriehn

March 5-March 30, 2010
ARTIST RECEPTION: First Friday, March 5, 6-10 pm
Art Detour 22: GALLERY CLOSED SATURDAY MARCH 6
March 7, 12-5 pm

Olney Gallery at Trinity Cathedral, 100 W Roosevelt St., Phoenix, 85003

First Friday, March 5, 6-10pm and Sunday March 7, 12-5pm
Open regular business hours: Monday through Friday 9 am – 4 pm

The gallery and reception are free and open to the public

More info: www.trinitycca.org

Cows Don't Fly and Other Known Facts

08 Mar 2010 02:30:00 GMT

Mesa Arts Center: Nesbitt/Elliot Playhouse Theater
1 E. Main St.
Mesa, AZ. 85201
Sunday, March 7, 2010, 7:30pm

Tickets: $15 Adult/$14 Youth, please call the Mesa Arts Center Box Office to purchase tickets: 480-644-6500.
Showtimes: Various, please check our website for complete listing.

Based on books by Paul Brett Johnson
Based on the popular children's book series written by Paul Brett Johnson, Cows Don't Fly is an adaptation of his imaginative world where extraordinary things happen on a regular basis. A world where Miss Rosemary's farm animals fly, drive, and strike up unusual friendships. Miss Rosemary's farm is a place where your wildest dreams come true and lessons of individuality are admirably taught. Your family will roll with laughter and appreciate the underlying message of accepting people for who they are.
Produced by special arrangement with New Plays, Inc.

More info: www.mesaartslive.com…

Fine Art EXPO

08 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

26540 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Monday, March 8, 2010

The Arizona Fine Art EXPO produced by Thunderbird Artists, is gateway to the foothills, where pristine mountain vistas, giant boulder formations, and towering saguaro cacti create spectacular silhouettes with dramatic sunsets. The scenic drive begins at the Arizona Fine Art EXPO and progresses north to Carefree.

Meet 100 renowned, award-winning artists from throughout the country that make the beautiful Sonoran Desert home for 10 weeks as they create original pieces of fine art in what has come to be known as one of Arizona’s best venues for collecting fine art.

Enjoy spectacular small to life-sized bronzes, mesmerizing paintings, scratchboard, batiks, sparkling stained and sculpted glass, clay, copper, stone carvings, medium to monumental sized metal sculpture, pottery, jewelry, photography and more.

The show begins Thursday, January 14 and runs everyday through Sunday, March 28 (10am to 6pm) daily in 44,000 square foot “festive white tents” at 26540 N. Scottsdale Road, on the SW corner of Scottsdale & Jomax Rds, Scottsdale, AZ. Season passes $8; seniors & military $7; children under 12 are free. Parking is free.

Patrons love strolling throughout the two-acre Sonoran Desert Sculpture Garden enhanced with many native cacti, bushes and plants identified with signage, a Koi pond, waterfalls, hummingbird and butterfly garden, putting green and more. Bridges intersect and cross over flowing water, stones, and sandy paths connecting sculptuers and educational trails.

Weekends come more alive with musical entertainment, wine tasting, garden parties, lovely Gala, artists’ book signings, art classes, workshops and more. More than 4,000 paintings and sculptures exhibited and for sale. Café and Artists’ Marketplace – For more information visit: www.arizonafineartexpo.com.

For more information call 480-837-7163 or visit www.arizonafineartexpo.com
Or email: JudyL@arizonafineartexpo.com.

More info: www.arizonafineartexpo.com

Practical Art presents: "Shapes" by Julio Cesar Rodarte

08 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Practical Art
5070 N Central Ave, Phoenix AZ 85012
Monday, March 8, 2010

Why must paint be applied only to square or rectangular canvases? Inspired by the works of Frank Stella and Elizabeth Murray, emerging artist Julio Cesar Rodarte starts his creative process by first constructing a canvas in an unusual shape. Once he has his sculptural form, he then paints on the shapes with colorful repetitive patterns, geometric shapes, forms, silhouettes, numbers, going wherever the inspiration of the form takes him. Join us for a reception Friday, March 5, 2010. 7pm.

More info: www.practical-art.com

Presidential Portraits

08 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Anthem Art Gallery
42212 North 41st Drive
Anthem, AZ 85086
Monday, March 8, 2010

In honor of President’s Day this February, the Anthem Art Gallery at The Caepe School will exhibit a collection of portraits of the nation’s 44 presidents. New York artist, Adam Clemente's “Presidential Portraits” will portray a separate image of each man who has served in the Oval Office. The opening event for the exhibit will be 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Anthem Art Gallery, where Clemente will be present.

Open viewing hours at the Anthem Art Gallery are by appointment only. To make anappointment, contact Dawn Schiano Kirchner at 623-533-5810.

More info: www.anthemartgallery.com

Half Pint Library Community Book Drive

08 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

All Half Price Books locations:
4322 E. Cactus Road (Phoenix)
2102 E. Camelback Road (Phoenix)
6339 E. Southern Avenue (Mesa)
Monday, March 8, 2010

Half Price Books is launching its 12th Annual Half Pint Library Book Drive. This 6-week program collects and distributes children’s books to families and children in need through local non-profit and community organizations. Books donated through the Half Pint Library program provide an escape from the challenges faced by children, while helping to boost literacy outside of school. Everyone can donate new or gently used children’s books at any Half Price Books location from February 15 to March 31.

More info: www.halfpricebooks.com

Calle Rose Boutique Sale

08 Mar 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Mercy Gilbert Medical Center - Conference Room 3.
Monday, March 8, 2010, 8am – 4pm

Shop til you drop at the Calle Rose Boutique Sale. A beautiful collection of woman's clothing, jewelry, watches and handbags on display in Conference Room 3 of Mercy Gilbert Medical Center. This event is sponsored by the CHW East Valley Volunteers and the proceeds from this event help support scholarships, the Spina Bifida Bike Rally and other community programs at Mercy Gilbert and Chandler Regional Medical Center.

More info: www.mercygilbert.com

Playball: The Cactus League Experience

08 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Arizona Museum for Youth
35 N. Robson
Mesa, AZ 85201
Monday, March 8, 2010, 10am

Batter! Batter! Pow! . . . and it’s outtathe ballpark, folks! AMY is set to hit a home run with upcoming exhibition: PlayBall! Spring training has a long, lucrative and influential history in Arizona, dating back to at least 1909. PlayBallcelebrates over 100 years of professional baseball in Arizona as it walks you through a professional baseball timeline from the sporty, barnstorming days before statehood to the inauguration of the Cactus League in 1947, up to present day with 15 teams set to play the 2010 spring training season.
The interactive and educational exhibition will treat visitors to stories of the players, teams and ballparks that the legendary boys of spring experienced when working hard each spring in the desert.

More info: www.arizonamuseumforyouth.com

Arizona Warriors Club Basketball

08 Mar 2010 23:30:00 GMT

1730 W. Sunrise Blvd. Ste., 103-B
Gilbert, AZ 85233
Monday, March 8, 2010, 4:30 – 7pm

Our mission at the Basketball Court Academy is to build better basketball players on and off the court. If you are interested in being on a competitive basketball team, and can commit to two practices per week and league play, then Arizona Warriors is the club team for you. 480 633-3636

Mon. & Wed. practice times:
4:30-5:30p: 1st & 2nd grades
5:30-7:00p: 3rd & 4th grades

Tues. & Thurs. practice times:
4:30-6:00p: 5th & 6th grades
6:00-7:30p: 7th/8th grades
7:30-9:00p: 9th - 12th grades

More info: www.thebasketballcourtacademy.com

Sarah Kriehn: An Exhibition of Collagraphs

09 Mar 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Olney Gallery at Trinity Cathedral
100 W. Roosevelt St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Monday, March 8, 2010, 6pm

Cathedral Center for the Arts presents— Sarah Kriehn: An Exhibition of Collagraphs

Please join us at the Olney Room Gallery in Trinity Cathedral for a month-long solo exhibit of the work of Sarah Kriehn which will be included in First Friday and Sunday of the Art Detour 22 (gallery closed Saturday, March 6) during the first weekend in March.

Sarah is a printmaker whose approach to art lies between the fields of printmaking and painting. This exhibit will display her original collagraphs, which chronicle encounters and experiences in life. From subtle tonalities to vibrant hues, these works are evocative of the closely attended response to internal and external states. The exhibit will also focus on the differences and similarities in groups of collagraphs printed from the same plate. Sarah is an Arizona native and North Central Phoenix resident. Her work has been exhibited at the Shemer Art Center & Museum, Herberger Gallery, University of Arizona Medical School, Tempe Center for the Arts and the Phoenix Art Museum.

Sarah Kriehn was born and raised in Winslow, Arizona and has a degree from Arizona State University. For twenty years she taught elementary art in the Phoenix schools. Ms. Kriehn now works full time as an artist.

An Exhibition of Collagraphs by Sarah Kriehn

March 5-March 30, 2010
ARTIST RECEPTION: First Friday, March 5, 6-10 pm
Art Detour 22: GALLERY CLOSED SATURDAY MARCH 6
March 7, 12-5 pm

Olney Gallery at Trinity Cathedral, 100 W Roosevelt St., Phoenix, 85003

First Friday, March 5, 6-10pm and Sunday March 7, 12-5pm
Open regular business hours: Monday through Friday 9 am – 4 pm

The gallery and reception are free and open to the public

More info: www.trinitycca.org

Mission Singles Ministry Gathering

09 Mar 2010 02:00:00 GMT

4450 East Elliot Road, Gilbert, AZ 85234
Monday, March 8, 2010, 7 – 8:30pm

Our goal is to help develop friendship, discipleship, and mission. By building a “safe” community offering friendship-based, Godly relationships while address the unique needs of singles in being solid disciples in our culture and uniting singles as a force who act in agreement to serve others in mission.

More info: www.mission68.org…

Cows Don't Fly and Other Known Facts

09 Mar 2010 02:30:00 GMT

Mesa Arts Center: Nesbitt/Elliot Playhouse Theater
1 E. Main St.
Mesa, AZ. 85201
Monday, March 8, 2010, 7:30pm

Tickets: $15 Adult/$14 Youth, please call the Mesa Arts Center Box Office to purchase tickets: 480-644-6500.
Showtimes: Various, please check our website for complete listing.

Based on books by Paul Brett Johnson
Based on the popular children's book series written by Paul Brett Johnson, Cows Don't Fly is an adaptation of his imaginative world where extraordinary things happen on a regular basis. A world where Miss Rosemary's farm animals fly, drive, and strike up unusual friendships. Miss Rosemary's farm is a place where your wildest dreams come true and lessons of individuality are admirably taught. Your family will roll with laughter and appreciate the underlying message of accepting people for who they are.
Produced by special arrangement with New Plays, Inc.

More info: www.mesaartslive.com…

Clive Cussler Releases 7th in Oregon Series - "The Silent Sea"

09 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Your Favorite Local Book Store or Library
Tuesday, March 9, 2010

NY Times-Bestselling author Clive Cussler releases "The Silent Sea" - 7th in The Oregon Series.

The thrilling new adventure from the number-one New York Times-bestselling author, Clive Cussler with Co-Author Jack Du Brul will be released on March 9, 2010. The First Book signing will be at the Poisoned Pen March 13, 2010 in Scottsdale, Arizona.

More info: www.clive-cussler-books.com

Fine Art EXPO

09 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

26540 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Tuesday, March 9, 2010

The Arizona Fine Art EXPO produced by Thunderbird Artists, is gateway to the foothills, where pristine mountain vistas, giant boulder formations, and towering saguaro cacti create spectacular silhouettes with dramatic sunsets. The scenic drive begins at the Arizona Fine Art EXPO and progresses north to Carefree.

Meet 100 renowned, award-winning artists from throughout the country that make the beautiful Sonoran Desert home for 10 weeks as they create original pieces of fine art in what has come to be known as one of Arizona’s best venues for collecting fine art.

Enjoy spectacular small to life-sized bronzes, mesmerizing paintings, scratchboard, batiks, sparkling stained and sculpted glass, clay, copper, stone carvings, medium to monumental sized metal sculpture, pottery, jewelry, photography and more.

The show begins Thursday, January 14 and runs everyday through Sunday, March 28 (10am to 6pm) daily in 44,000 square foot “festive white tents” at 26540 N. Scottsdale Road, on the SW corner of Scottsdale & Jomax Rds, Scottsdale, AZ. Season passes $8; seniors & military $7; children under 12 are free. Parking is free.

Patrons love strolling throughout the two-acre Sonoran Desert Sculpture Garden enhanced with many native cacti, bushes and plants identified with signage, a Koi pond, waterfalls, hummingbird and butterfly garden, putting green and more. Bridges intersect and cross over flowing water, stones, and sandy paths connecting sculptuers and educational trails.

Weekends come more alive with musical entertainment, wine tasting, garden parties, lovely Gala, artists’ book signings, art classes, workshops and more. More than 4,000 paintings and sculptures exhibited and for sale. Café and Artists’ Marketplace – For more information visit: www.arizonafineartexpo.com.

For more information call 480-837-7163 or visit www.arizonafineartexpo.com
Or email: JudyL@arizonafineartexpo.com.

More info: www.arizonafineartexpo.com

Practical Art presents: "Shapes" by Julio Cesar Rodarte

09 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Practical Art
5070 N Central Ave, Phoenix AZ 85012
Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Why must paint be applied only to square or rectangular canvases? Inspired by the works of Frank Stella and Elizabeth Murray, emerging artist Julio Cesar Rodarte starts his creative process by first constructing a canvas in an unusual shape. Once he has his sculptural form, he then paints on the shapes with colorful repetitive patterns, geometric shapes, forms, silhouettes, numbers, going wherever the inspiration of the form takes him. Join us for a reception Friday, March 5, 2010. 7pm.

More info: www.practical-art.com

Presidential Portraits

09 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Anthem Art Gallery
42212 North 41st Drive
Anthem, AZ 85086
Tuesday, March 9, 2010

In honor of President’s Day this February, the Anthem Art Gallery at The Caepe School will exhibit a collection of portraits of the nation’s 44 presidents. New York artist, Adam Clemente's “Presidential Portraits” will portray a separate image of each man who has served in the Oval Office. The opening event for the exhibit will be 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Anthem Art Gallery, where Clemente will be present.

Open viewing hours at the Anthem Art Gallery are by appointment only. To make anappointment, contact Dawn Schiano Kirchner at 623-533-5810.

More info: www.anthemartgallery.com

Half Pint Library Community Book Drive

09 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

All Half Price Books locations:
4322 E. Cactus Road (Phoenix)
2102 E. Camelback Road (Phoenix)
6339 E. Southern Avenue (Mesa)
Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Half Price Books is launching its 12th Annual Half Pint Library Book Drive. This 6-week program collects and distributes children’s books to families and children in need through local non-profit and community organizations. Books donated through the Half Pint Library program provide an escape from the challenges faced by children, while helping to boost literacy outside of school. Everyone can donate new or gently used children’s books at any Half Price Books location from February 15 to March 31.

More info: www.halfpricebooks.com

Tumbleweed tots

09 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Tumbleweed Recreation Center
745 E. Germann Rd.
Chandler, 85249
Tuesday, March 9, 2010, 9 – 11am

This indoor play area is designed for children 5 years of age and under to play under parental/guardian supervision. This fun, safe and clean area will have plenty of toys, equipment and activities that are sure to keep the kids entertained.

Playball: The Cactus League Experience

09 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Arizona Museum for Youth
35 N. Robson
Mesa, AZ 85201
Tuesday, March 9, 2010, 10am

Batter! Batter! Pow! . . . and it’s outtathe ballpark, folks! AMY is set to hit a home run with upcoming exhibition: PlayBall! Spring training has a long, lucrative and influential history in Arizona, dating back to at least 1909. PlayBallcelebrates over 100 years of professional baseball in Arizona as it walks you through a professional baseball timeline from the sporty, barnstorming days before statehood to the inauguration of the Cactus League in 1947, up to present day with 15 teams set to play the 2010 spring training season.
The interactive and educational exhibition will treat visitors to stories of the players, teams and ballparks that the legendary boys of spring experienced when working hard each spring in the desert.

More info: www.arizonamuseumforyouth.com

Arizona Warriors Club Basketball

09 Mar 2010 23:30:00 GMT

1730 W. Sunrise Blvd. Ste., 103-B
Gilbert, Az 85233
Tuesday, March 9, 2010, 4:30 – 9pm

Our mission at the Basketball Court Academy is to build better basketball players on and off the court. If you are interested in being on a competitive basketball team, and can commit to two practices per week and league play, then Arizona Warriors is the club team for you. 480 633-3636

Mon. & Wed. practice times:
4:30-5:30p: 1st & 2nd grades
5:30-7:00p: 3rd & 4th grades

Tues. & Thurs. practice times:
4:30-6:00p: 5th & 6th grades
6:00-7:30p: 7th/8th grades
7:30-9:00p: 9th - 12th grades

More info: www.thebasketballcourtacademy.com

Heal Your Body Naturally - Herbal Certification Course

10 Mar 2010 00:30:00 GMT

SW Herb Shop, 148 N. Center Street, Historic Downtown Mesa, AZ 85201
Tuesday, March 9, 2010, 5:30pm

Join us as we journey into the healing world of medicinal plants. Be prepared to tantalize your senses! You will see a variety of herbs, feel their textures, smell the wonderful aromas and taste their rich flavors. You will learn the individual properties of the plants, how to select appropriate herbs to make proper blends that help with various conditions. You will gain an in-depth understanding of the healing benefits of herbal remedies as you explore each body system and gain an understanding of the herbs traditionally used to heal physical imbalances and maintain radiant health. Students will be given workbooks filled with tons of herbal formulations and herbal protocols for a variety of imbalances such as Cancer, Eczema, PMS, anemia, stress, anxiety, depression, headaches, enlarged prostate, kidney stones, diabetes and much more. You will learn how pollution is affecting our reproductive systems and the herbs we can use for hormone imbalances. You will learn to use herbs as foods by learning to make recipes like Kathleens’s time honored Morning Smoothie as well as a great Immune Soup.
Participants receive hands on instruction in basic medicine making of Tinctures, Syrups, Oils, Salves, Ointments, and Lotion. They will make and take home some of their hand made medicines.

Included in this course:

Introduction to Herbal Healing
Digestive System/Syrup Making
The Liver
Oils & Salves: Medicine Making
Immune System
Tincture Making: Medicine Making
Reproductive System
Heart, Circulatory System
Urinary System
Nervous System

A certificate will be awarded upon Completion.
Course cost (pre-registration): $399.00 plus $75.00 materials fee. ($500.00 at the door)

Training will be 5 Tuesday evenings:
February 16, 23, March 2, 9, 16. 5:30-9:30 pm @ SW Herb Shop, 148 N. Center Street, Historic Downtown Mesa, AZ 85201

Call 480-694-9931 to register.
www.swherb.com

If You Are Ready To Take Your Health into Your Own Hands Then This Is the Course for You!

More info: www.swherb.com

Phoenix Flyers Club Basketball

10 Mar 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Mesa/Gilbert
Tuesday, March 9, 2010, 6pm

The Phoenix Flyers are a competitive club basketball team that plays year round in leagues and tournaments! We focus on the fundamentals of basketball and try to help all of our athletes be the best they can be in basketball and in life! Check out the website!!

More info: www.phoenixflyersbasketball.com

Sarah Kriehn: An Exhibition of Collagraphs

10 Mar 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Olney Gallery at Trinity Cathedral
100 W. Roosevelt St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Tuesday, March 9, 2010, 6pm

Cathedral Center for the Arts presents— Sarah Kriehn: An Exhibition of Collagraphs

Please join us at the Olney Room Gallery in Trinity Cathedral for a month-long solo exhibit of the work of Sarah Kriehn which will be included in First Friday and Sunday of the Art Detour 22 (gallery closed Saturday, March 6) during the first weekend in March.

Sarah is a printmaker whose approach to art lies between the fields of printmaking and painting. This exhibit will display her original collagraphs, which chronicle encounters and experiences in life. From subtle tonalities to vibrant hues, these works are evocative of the closely attended response to internal and external states. The exhibit will also focus on the differences and similarities in groups of collagraphs printed from the same plate. Sarah is an Arizona native and North Central Phoenix resident. Her work has been exhibited at the Shemer Art Center & Museum, Herberger Gallery, University of Arizona Medical School, Tempe Center for the Arts and the Phoenix Art Museum.

Sarah Kriehn was born and raised in Winslow, Arizona and has a degree from Arizona State University. For twenty years she taught elementary art in the Phoenix schools. Ms. Kriehn now works full time as an artist.

An Exhibition of Collagraphs by Sarah Kriehn

March 5-March 30, 2010
ARTIST RECEPTION: First Friday, March 5, 6-10 pm
Art Detour 22: GALLERY CLOSED SATURDAY MARCH 6
March 7, 12-5 pm

Olney Gallery at Trinity Cathedral, 100 W Roosevelt St., Phoenix, 85003

First Friday, March 5, 6-10pm and Sunday March 7, 12-5pm
Open regular business hours: Monday through Friday 9 am – 4 pm

The gallery and reception are free and open to the public

More info: www.trinitycca.org

Free Association Poetry Open Mic

10 Mar 2010 02:00:00 GMT

Glendale Community College Student Union- Room 104E
6000 W. Olive Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85302
Tuesday, March 9, 2010, 7 – 9:30pm

Free Association is a poetry open mic that is open to the public, and encourages all ages and stages of writing. You can come by and listen, or read your or someone else's work. After the open mic, two features will perform. Features are nationally known poets as well as local favorites. Features have included/will include Shawnte Orion, Jack Evans, Bill Campana, Lynda Mae, Ed Mabrey, Aaron Johnson, Cathy Capozzoli, Liz Huffman, Neil Gearns, Johnnie Clemens May, Patrick Hare, Cat Klotsche, John Ventola etc!

More info: www.meetup.com…

Cows Don't Fly and Other Known Facts

10 Mar 2010 02:30:00 GMT

Mesa Arts Center: Nesbitt/Elliot Playhouse Theater
1 E. Main St.
Mesa, AZ. 85201
Tuesday, March 9, 2010, 7:30pm

Tickets: $15 Adult/$14 Youth, please call the Mesa Arts Center Box Office to purchase tickets: 480-644-6500.
Showtimes: Various, please check our website for complete listing.

Based on books by Paul Brett Johnson
Based on the popular children's book series written by Paul Brett Johnson, Cows Don't Fly is an adaptation of his imaginative world where extraordinary things happen on a regular basis. A world where Miss Rosemary's farm animals fly, drive, and strike up unusual friendships. Miss Rosemary's farm is a place where your wildest dreams come true and lessons of individuality are admirably taught. Your family will roll with laughter and appreciate the underlying message of accepting people for who they are.
Produced by special arrangement with New Plays, Inc.

More info: www.mesaartslive.com…

Moscow State Radio Symphony

10 Mar 2010 02:30:00 GMT

Mesa Arts Center: Ikeda Theater
1 E. Main St.
Mesa, AZ. 85201
Tuesday, March 9, 2010, 7:30pm

Tickets: $26/$41/$56, please call the Mesa Arts Center Box Office: 480-644-6500.
Created out of a need for symphonic repertoire to be broadcast for the benefit of Russian citizens, the Moscow State Radio Symphony has become an internationally recognized orchestra. Under the direction of Alexei Kornjenko, this all Russian program will include guest pianist Alexander Sinchuk. In addition to being named First Prize Winner of the 2009 Rachmaninoff International Piano Competition in Moscow, Mr. Sinchuk made his Carnegie Hall Solo Recital debut in Weill Recital Hall performing works of Scriabin, Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev and Rachmaninoff.

The program includes: Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op.43; Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade Symphonic Suite for Orchestra, Op. 35; and Tsar Saltan Suite, Op. 5.

More info: www.mesaartslive.com…

Clive Cussler Releases 7th in Oregon Series - "The Silent Sea"

10 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Your Favorite Local Book Store or Library
Wednesday, March 10, 2010

NY Times-Bestselling author Clive Cussler releases "The Silent Sea" - 7th in The Oregon Series.

The thrilling new adventure from the number-one New York Times-bestselling author, Clive Cussler with Co-Author Jack Du Brul will be released on March 9, 2010. The First Book signing will be at the Poisoned Pen March 13, 2010 in Scottsdale, Arizona.

More info: www.clive-cussler-books.com

Fine Art EXPO

10 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

26540 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Wednesday, March 10, 2010

The Arizona Fine Art EXPO produced by Thunderbird Artists, is gateway to the foothills, where pristine mountain vistas, giant boulder formations, and towering saguaro cacti create spectacular silhouettes with dramatic sunsets. The scenic drive begins at the Arizona Fine Art EXPO and progresses north to Carefree.

Meet 100 renowned, award-winning artists from throughout the country that make the beautiful Sonoran Desert home for 10 weeks as they create original pieces of fine art in what has come to be known as one of Arizona’s best venues for collecting fine art.

Enjoy spectacular small to life-sized bronzes, mesmerizing paintings, scratchboard, batiks, sparkling stained and sculpted glass, clay, copper, stone carvings, medium to monumental sized metal sculpture, pottery, jewelry, photography and more.

The show begins Thursday, January 14 and runs everyday through Sunday, March 28 (10am to 6pm) daily in 44,000 square foot “festive white tents” at 26540 N. Scottsdale Road, on the SW corner of Scottsdale & Jomax Rds, Scottsdale, AZ. Season passes $8; seniors & military $7; children under 12 are free. Parking is free.

Patrons love strolling throughout the two-acre Sonoran Desert Sculpture Garden enhanced with many native cacti, bushes and plants identified with signage, a Koi pond, waterfalls, hummingbird and butterfly garden, putting green and more. Bridges intersect and cross over flowing water, stones, and sandy paths connecting sculptuers and educational trails.

Weekends come more alive with musical entertainment, wine tasting, garden parties, lovely Gala, artists’ book signings, art classes, workshops and more. More than 4,000 paintings and sculptures exhibited and for sale. Café and Artists’ Marketplace – For more information visit: www.arizonafineartexpo.com.

For more information call 480-837-7163 or visit www.arizonafineartexpo.com
Or email: JudyL@arizonafineartexpo.com.

More info: www.arizonafineartexpo.com

Practical Art presents: "Shapes" by Julio Cesar Rodarte

10 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Practical Art
5070 N Central Ave, Phoenix AZ 85012
Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Why must paint be applied only to square or rectangular canvases? Inspired by the works of Frank Stella and Elizabeth Murray, emerging artist Julio Cesar Rodarte starts his creative process by first constructing a canvas in an unusual shape. Once he has his sculptural form, he then paints on the shapes with colorful repetitive patterns, geometric shapes, forms, silhouettes, numbers, going wherever the inspiration of the form takes him. Join us for a reception Friday, March 5, 2010. 7pm.

More info: www.practical-art.com

Presidential Portraits

10 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Anthem Art Gallery
42212 North 41st Drive
Anthem, AZ 85086
Wednesday, March 10, 2010

In honor of President’s Day this February, the Anthem Art Gallery at The Caepe School will exhibit a collection of portraits of the nation’s 44 presidents. New York artist, Adam Clemente's “Presidential Portraits” will portray a separate image of each man who has served in the Oval Office. The opening event for the exhibit will be 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Anthem Art Gallery, where Clemente will be present.

Open viewing hours at the Anthem Art Gallery are by appointment only. To make anappointment, contact Dawn Schiano Kirchner at 623-533-5810.

More info: www.anthemartgallery.com

Half Pint Library Community Book Drive

10 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

All Half Price Books locations:
4322 E. Cactus Road (Phoenix)
2102 E. Camelback Road (Phoenix)
6339 E. Southern Avenue (Mesa)
Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Half Price Books is launching its 12th Annual Half Pint Library Book Drive. This 6-week program collects and distributes children’s books to families and children in need through local non-profit and community organizations. Books donated through the Half Pint Library program provide an escape from the challenges faced by children, while helping to boost literacy outside of school. Everyone can donate new or gently used children’s books at any Half Price Books location from February 15 to March 31.

More info: www.halfpricebooks.com

Chandler Senior Expo

10 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Community Center
125 East Commonwealth Avenue
Chandler 85244
Wednesday, March 10, 2010, 9am – 12pm

Meet with representatives from a variety of health care agencies, leisure service, senior related product firms, city departments and local organizations ready to serve your needs.

Rocks and Minerals

10 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Hassayampa River Preserve
49416 Highway 60 (Milepost 114)
Wickenburg, AZ 85390
Wednesday, March 10, 2010, 9am – 12pm

Get the hard facts on rocks and minerals and where to find them in the Wickenburg area. Gen and Mineral hobbyist Dale Keiser will present the basics of identifying minerals common to the Vulture, Bradshaw and Weaver Mountain Range. He will lead an easy hike on preserve property to find examples. Bring rock samples for help with identification. $5 fee includes access to trails for the entire day. Children 12 and under admitted free.

More info: www.nature.org…

Playball: The Cactus League Experience

10 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Arizona Museum for Youth
35 N. Robson
Mesa, AZ 85201
Wednesday, March 10, 2010, 10am

Batter! Batter! Pow! . . . and it’s outtathe ballpark, folks! AMY is set to hit a home run with upcoming exhibition: PlayBall! Spring training has a long, lucrative and influential history in Arizona, dating back to at least 1909. PlayBallcelebrates over 100 years of professional baseball in Arizona as it walks you through a professional baseball timeline from the sporty, barnstorming days before statehood to the inauguration of the Cactus League in 1947, up to present day with 15 teams set to play the 2010 spring training season.
The interactive and educational exhibition will treat visitors to stories of the players, teams and ballparks that the legendary boys of spring experienced when working hard each spring in the desert.

More info: www.arizonamuseumforyouth.com

Live Music is Back on Mill Ave!

10 Mar 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Vintage Bar & Grill
414 S Mill ave (corner 4th/Mill upstairs)
Tempe, AZ 85281 602-505-2067
www.myspace.com/vintageloungetempe
Wednesday, March 10, 2010, 4pm

TODAY! Vintage Rockstar Wednesdays Live Music Showcase! 4TH/MILL UPSTAIRS! "LIVE MUSIC IS BACK ON MILL AVE"! 4PM-2AM $ 3 COSMOS.. Live bands! Rock, Blues, Jazzy POP! www.myspace.com/vintageloungetempe 602-505-2067

Arizona Warriors Club Basketball

10 Mar 2010 23:30:00 GMT

1730 W. Sunrise Blvd. Ste., 103-B
Gilbert, AZ 85233
Wednesday, March 10, 2010, 4:30 – 7pm

Our mission at the Basketball Court Academy is to build better basketball players on and off the court. If you are interested in being on a competitive basketball team, and can commit to two practices per week and league play, then Arizona Warriors is the club team for you. 480 633-3636

Mon. & Wed. practice times:
4:30-5:30p: 1st & 2nd grades
5:30-7:00p: 3rd & 4th grades

Tues. & Thurs. practice times:
4:30-6:00p: 5th & 6th grades
6:00-7:30p: 7th/8th grades
7:30-9:00p: 9th - 12th grades

More info: www.thebasketballcourtacademy.com

Lon's Wednesday's Wine Tasting

11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lon's at The Hermosa
5532 N. Palo Cristi Road
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Wednesday, March 10, 2010, 5 – 7pm

Sample flights of Central Coast wines, accompanied by tapas pairings such as wood-grilled Australian lamb chops with smoked peppers, scallop-stuffed peppers with blue corn and Arizona shrimp with garlic and grilled sourdough. Wine flights start at $15 and tapas from $8.

More info: www.lons.com

Family night

11 Mar 2010 00:30:00 GMT

Tumbleweed Recreation Center 745 E. Germann Road Chandler 85286
Wednesday, March 10, 2010, 5:30 – 7pm

Come join the fun with a different activity each Wednesday night. March 3 Dr. Seuss Day, March 10 Spring time fun, March 17 St Patrick's day, March 24 bubble blast, March 31 Bunny Bonanza.
$2 Chandler Resident $3 Non chandler Resident

Sarah Kriehn: An Exhibition of Collagraphs

11 Mar 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Olney Gallery at Trinity Cathedral
100 W. Roosevelt St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Wednesday, March 10, 2010, 6pm

Cathedral Center for the Arts presents— Sarah Kriehn: An Exhibition of Collagraphs

Please join us at the Olney Room Gallery in Trinity Cathedral for a month-long solo exhibit of the work of Sarah Kriehn which will be included in First Friday and Sunday of the Art Detour 22 (gallery closed Saturday, March 6) during the first weekend in March.

Sarah is a printmaker whose approach to art lies between the fields of printmaking and painting. This exhibit will display her original collagraphs, which chronicle encounters and experiences in life. From subtle tonalities to vibrant hues, these works are evocative of the closely attended response to internal and external states. The exhibit will also focus on the differences and similarities in groups of collagraphs printed from the same plate. Sarah is an Arizona native and North Central Phoenix resident. Her work has been exhibited at the Shemer Art Center & Museum, Herberger Gallery, University of Arizona Medical School, Tempe Center for the Arts and the Phoenix Art Museum.

Sarah Kriehn was born and raised in Winslow, Arizona and has a degree from Arizona State University. For twenty years she taught elementary art in the Phoenix schools. Ms. Kriehn now works full time as an artist.

An Exhibition of Collagraphs by Sarah Kriehn

March 5-March 30, 2010
ARTIST RECEPTION: First Friday, March 5, 6-10 pm
Art Detour 22: GALLERY CLOSED SATURDAY MARCH 6
March 7, 12-5 pm

Olney Gallery at Trinity Cathedral, 100 W Roosevelt St., Phoenix, 85003

First Friday, March 5, 6-10pm and Sunday March 7, 12-5pm
Open regular business hours: Monday through Friday 9 am – 4 pm

The gallery and reception are free and open to the public

More info: www.trinitycca.org

Smooth Jazz on Mill Ave

11 Mar 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Vintage Bar & Grill 602-505-2067
414 S Mill Ave (corner 4th/Mill upstairs)
Tempe, AZ 85281
Wednesday, March 10, 2010, 6 – 10pm

Smooth Cool Jazz on Mill Ave ! Every Wed @ Vintage 4th/Mill upstairs! 602-505-2067
Support Local AZ Music on Mill!
www.myspace.com/vintageloungetempe
vintageloungebookings@yahoo.com Acoustic Slots open!

Dare To Prepare

11 Mar 2010 01:30:00 GMT

Glendale Library
Wednesday, March 10, 2010, 6:30 – 8pm

These 90-minute pre-permit presentations for parents and teens provide the information teens need to know before they take the wheel.

Topics covered include:

• State and national statistics on teen driving;
• Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) components;
• State requirements for obtaining a permit and driver’s license;
• Parent’s role and responsibilities;
• What to look for in a driving school;
• Sample parent-teen driving agreement;
• Practical tips on teaching teens to drive;
• Parent resources and more!

Program goals:
• Increase the amount of teen exposure to traffic safety issues.
• Increase parental involvement in the learning-to-drive process.
• Promote safe teen drivers.

More info: www.aaaaz.com…

Cows Don't Fly and Other Known Facts

11 Mar 2010 02:30:00 GMT

Mesa Arts Center: Nesbitt/Elliot Playhouse Theater
1 E. Main St.
Mesa, AZ. 85201
Wednesday, March 10, 2010, 7:30pm

Tickets: $15 Adult/$14 Youth, please call the Mesa Arts Center Box Office to purchase tickets: 480-644-6500.
Showtimes: Various, please check our website for complete listing.

Based on books by Paul Brett Johnson
Based on the popular children's book series written by Paul Brett Johnson, Cows Don't Fly is an adaptation of his imaginative world where extraordinary things happen on a regular basis. A world where Miss Rosemary's farm animals fly, drive, and strike up unusual friendships. Miss Rosemary's farm is a place where your wildest dreams come true and lessons of individuality are admirably taught. Your family will roll with laughter and appreciate the underlying message of accepting people for who they are.
Produced by special arrangement with New Plays, Inc.

More info: www.mesaartslive.com…

Clive Cussler Releases 7th in Oregon Series - "The Silent Sea"

11 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Your Favorite Local Book Store or Library
Thursday, March 11, 2010

NY Times-Bestselling author Clive Cussler releases "The Silent Sea" - 7th in The Oregon Series.

The thrilling new adventure from the number-one New York Times-bestselling author, Clive Cussler with Co-Author Jack Du Brul will be released on March 9, 2010. The First Book signing will be at the Poisoned Pen March 13, 2010 in Scottsdale, Arizona.

More info: www.clive-cussler-books.com

Arizona Quilters Guild Annual Quilt SHow

11 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Mesa Convention Center
263 North Center Street
Thursday, March 11, 2010

The show features over 300 quilts, 36 vendor booths and National Teachers, Debbie Caffrey and Anita Shackelford.
Quilt Show Chairman: Glen Taylor

More info: www.azquiltersguild.org

Fine Art EXPO

11 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

26540 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Thursday, March 11, 2010

The Arizona Fine Art EXPO produced by Thunderbird Artists, is gateway to the foothills, where pristine mountain vistas, giant boulder formations, and towering saguaro cacti create spectacular silhouettes with dramatic sunsets. The scenic drive begins at the Arizona Fine Art EXPO and progresses north to Carefree.

Meet 100 renowned, award-winning artists from throughout the country that make the beautiful Sonoran Desert home for 10 weeks as they create original pieces of fine art in what has come to be known as one of Arizona’s best venues for collecting fine art.

Enjoy spectacular small to life-sized bronzes, mesmerizing paintings, scratchboard, batiks, sparkling stained and sculpted glass, clay, copper, stone carvings, medium to monumental sized metal sculpture, pottery, jewelry, photography and more.

The show begins Thursday, January 14 and runs everyday through Sunday, March 28 (10am to 6pm) daily in 44,000 square foot “festive white tents” at 26540 N. Scottsdale Road, on the SW corner of Scottsdale & Jomax Rds, Scottsdale, AZ. Season passes $8; seniors & military $7; children under 12 are free. Parking is free.

Patrons love strolling throughout the two-acre Sonoran Desert Sculpture Garden enhanced with many native cacti, bushes and plants identified with signage, a Koi pond, waterfalls, hummingbird and butterfly garden, putting green and more. Bridges intersect and cross over flowing water, stones, and sandy paths connecting sculptuers and educational trails.

Weekends come more alive with musical entertainment, wine tasting, garden parties, lovely Gala, artists’ book signings, art classes, workshops and more. More than 4,000 paintings and sculptures exhibited and for sale. Café and Artists’ Marketplace – For more information visit: www.arizonafineartexpo.com.

For more information call 480-837-7163 or visit www.arizonafineartexpo.com
Or email: JudyL@arizonafineartexpo.com.

More info: www.arizonafineartexpo.com

Practical Art presents: "Shapes" by Julio Cesar Rodarte

11 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Practical Art
5070 N Central Ave, Phoenix AZ 85012
Thursday, March 11, 2010

Why must paint be applied only to square or rectangular canvases? Inspired by the works of Frank Stella and Elizabeth Murray, emerging artist Julio Cesar Rodarte starts his creative process by first constructing a canvas in an unusual shape. Once he has his sculptural form, he then paints on the shapes with colorful repetitive patterns, geometric shapes, forms, silhouettes, numbers, going wherever the inspiration of the form takes him. Join us for a reception Friday, March 5, 2010. 7pm.

More info: www.practical-art.com

Presidential Portraits

11 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Anthem Art Gallery
42212 North 41st Drive
Anthem, AZ 85086
Thursday, March 11, 2010

In honor of President’s Day this February, the Anthem Art Gallery at The Caepe School will exhibit a collection of portraits of the nation’s 44 presidents. New York artist, Adam Clemente's “Presidential Portraits” will portray a separate image of each man who has served in the Oval Office. The opening event for the exhibit will be 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Anthem Art Gallery, where Clemente will be present.

Open viewing hours at the Anthem Art Gallery are by appointment only. To make anappointment, contact Dawn Schiano Kirchner at 623-533-5810.

More info: www.anthemartgallery.com

Half Pint Library Community Book Drive

11 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

All Half Price Books locations:
4322 E. Cactus Road (Phoenix)
2102 E. Camelback Road (Phoenix)
6339 E. Southern Avenue (Mesa)
Thursday, March 11, 2010

Half Price Books is launching its 12th Annual Half Pint Library Book Drive. This 6-week program collects and distributes children’s books to families and children in need through local non-profit and community organizations. Books donated through the Half Pint Library program provide an escape from the challenges faced by children, while helping to boost literacy outside of school. Everyone can donate new or gently used children’s books at any Half Price Books location from February 15 to March 31.

More info: www.halfpricebooks.com

Tumbleweed tots

11 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Tumbleweed Recreation Center
745 E. Germann Rd.
Chandler, 85249
Thursday, March 11, 2010, 9 – 11am

This indoor play area is designed for children 5 years of age and under to play under parental/guardian supervision. This fun, safe and clean area will have plenty of toys, equipment and activities that are sure to keep the kids entertained.

Apache Junction Christian Women's Connection

11 Mar 2010 16:30:00 GMT

Lost Durchman RV Resort, 400 N. Plaza Dr., Apache Junction, AZ
Thursday, March 11, 2010, 9:30 – 11:30am

Nondenominational women's group. Brunch is served. Inspirational speakers from all over the US. Special features that are fun and entertaining. $8.00 Reservations encouraged.

Playball: The Cactus League Experience

11 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Arizona Museum for Youth
35 N. Robson
Mesa, AZ 85201
Thursday, March 11, 2010, 10am

Batter! Batter! Pow! . . . and it’s outtathe ballpark, folks! AMY is set to hit a home run with upcoming exhibition: PlayBall! Spring training has a long, lucrative and influential history in Arizona, dating back to at least 1909. PlayBallcelebrates over 100 years of professional baseball in Arizona as it walks you through a professional baseball timeline from the sporty, barnstorming days before statehood to the inauguration of the Cactus League in 1947, up to present day with 15 teams set to play the 2010 spring training season.
The interactive and educational exhibition will treat visitors to stories of the players, teams and ballparks that the legendary boys of spring experienced when working hard each spring in the desert.

More info: www.arizonamuseumforyouth.com

Job Fair hosted by Goodwill of Central Arizona, DeVry University and Friendly House

11 Mar 2010 20:00:00 GMT

DeVry University
2149 W. Dunlap Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85021
Thursday, March 11, 2010, 1 – 4pm

For job seekers, meeting with hiring employers face-to-face is a critical step to finding employment. As part of its ongoing commitment to help individuals prepare for and find work, Goodwill is partnering with Friendly House and DeVry, along with several local employers, to host a job fair on March 11 from 1 to 4 p.m.

The upcoming job fair will be held at DeVry University in Phoenix and will feature local employers looking to fill positions. The job fair is free and open to the public. Job seekers should dress professionally, bring a resume and be ready to talk with recruiters from companies who are seeking qualified candidates for various open positions. This is an opportunity to explain why they would be an asset to local, hiring companies.

Goodwill will host numerous Valley employers including:
Bank of America
Cox Communications
2010 Census
Direct Alliance Corporation
Henry and Harper
Macayo’s Mexican Kitchen
MDS Pharma
OfficeMax
Primerica
Safelite
Southwest Network
Stream Global Services

More info: www.goodwillaz.org…

Arizona Warriors Club Basketball

11 Mar 2010 23:30:00 GMT

1730 W. Sunrise Blvd. Ste., 103-B
Gilbert, Az 85233
Thursday, March 11, 2010, 4:30 – 9pm

Our mission at the Basketball Court Academy is to build better basketball players on and off the court. If you are interested in being on a competitive basketball team, and can commit to two practices per week and league play, then Arizona Warriors is the club team for you. 480 633-3636

Mon. & Wed. practice times:
4:30-5:30p: 1st & 2nd grades
5:30-7:00p: 3rd & 4th grades

Tues. & Thurs. practice times:
4:30-6:00p: 5th & 6th grades
6:00-7:30p: 7th/8th grades
7:30-9:00p: 9th - 12th grades

More info: www.thebasketballcourtacademy.com

Phoenix Flyers Club Basketball

12 Mar 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Mesa/Gilbert
Thursday, March 11, 2010, 6pm

The Phoenix Flyers are a competitive club basketball team that plays year round in leagues and tournaments! We focus on the fundamentals of basketball and try to help all of our athletes be the best they can be in basketball and in life! Check out the website!!

More info: www.phoenixflyersbasketball.com

Sarah Kriehn: An Exhibition of Collagraphs

12 Mar 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Olney Gallery at Trinity Cathedral
100 W. Roosevelt St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Thursday, March 11, 2010, 6pm

Cathedral Center for the Arts presents— Sarah Kriehn: An Exhibition of Collagraphs

Please join us at the Olney Room Gallery in Trinity Cathedral for a month-long solo exhibit of the work of Sarah Kriehn which will be included in First Friday and Sunday of the Art Detour 22 (gallery closed Saturday, March 6) during the first weekend in March.

Sarah is a printmaker whose approach to art lies between the fields of printmaking and painting. This exhibit will display her original collagraphs, which chronicle encounters and experiences in life. From subtle tonalities to vibrant hues, these works are evocative of the closely attended response to internal and external states. The exhibit will also focus on the differences and similarities in groups of collagraphs printed from the same plate. Sarah is an Arizona native and North Central Phoenix resident. Her work has been exhibited at the Shemer Art Center & Museum, Herberger Gallery, University of Arizona Medical School, Tempe Center for the Arts and the Phoenix Art Museum.

Sarah Kriehn was born and raised in Winslow, Arizona and has a degree from Arizona State University. For twenty years she taught elementary art in the Phoenix schools. Ms. Kriehn now works full time as an artist.

An Exhibition of Collagraphs by Sarah Kriehn

March 5-March 30, 2010
ARTIST RECEPTION: First Friday, March 5, 6-10 pm
Art Detour 22: GALLERY CLOSED SATURDAY MARCH 6
March 7, 12-5 pm

Olney Gallery at Trinity Cathedral, 100 W Roosevelt St., Phoenix, 85003

First Friday, March 5, 6-10pm and Sunday March 7, 12-5pm
Open regular business hours: Monday through Friday 9 am – 4 pm

The gallery and reception are free and open to the public

More info: www.trinitycca.org

Speaking First Toastmasters Meeting

12 Mar 2010 01:15:00 GMT

Direct Alliance Corporation, 910 W. Carver Road, Tempe
Thursday, March 11, 2010, 6:15 – 7:30pm

Speaking First Toastmasters meets every Thursday evening at Direct Alliance Corporation in Tempe, located at 910 W. Carver Road, near the intersection of Elliot and Hardy Roads.

More info: speakingfirst.freetoasthost.info

Team Challenge Napa 1/2 Marathon Information Meeting #1

12 Mar 2010 01:30:00 GMT

Eldorado Community Center
2311 N. Miller Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85257
Thursday, March 11, 2010, 6:30 – 7:30pm

This summer, cross the finish line at the 13.1 Napa-to-Sonoma Half Marathon in California Wine Country. Although the Napa-to-Sonoma race is sold out to the general public, Team Challenge has spots reserved for our fundraising participants. Do something you never thought you could do while helping 1.4 million people win back their lives. You can make a difference, help find cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis and run or walk 13.1 miles! Come to an Information Meeting near you to learn more about the program.

More info: www.ccteamchallenge.org

Cows Don't Fly and Other Known Facts

12 Mar 2010 02:30:00 GMT

Mesa Arts Center: Nesbitt/Elliot Playhouse Theater
1 E. Main St.
Mesa, AZ. 85201
Thursday, March 11, 2010, 7:30pm

Tickets: $15 Adult/$14 Youth, please call the Mesa Arts Center Box Office to purchase tickets: 480-644-6500.
Showtimes: Various, please check our website for complete listing.

Based on books by Paul Brett Johnson
Based on the popular children's book series written by Paul Brett Johnson, Cows Don't Fly is an adaptation of his imaginative world where extraordinary things happen on a regular basis. A world where Miss Rosemary's farm animals fly, drive, and strike up unusual friendships. Miss Rosemary's farm is a place where your wildest dreams come true and lessons of individuality are admirably taught. Your family will roll with laughter and appreciate the underlying message of accepting people for who they are.
Produced by special arrangement with New Plays, Inc.

More info: www.mesaartslive.com…

Clive Cussler Releases 7th in Oregon Series - "The Silent Sea"

12 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Your Favorite Local Book Store or Library
Friday, March 12, 2010

NY Times-Bestselling author Clive Cussler releases "The Silent Sea" - 7th in The Oregon Series.

The thrilling new adventure from the number-one New York Times-bestselling author, Clive Cussler with Co-Author Jack Du Brul will be released on March 9, 2010. The First Book signing will be at the Poisoned Pen March 13, 2010 in Scottsdale, Arizona.

More info: www.clive-cussler-books.com

Arizona Quilters Guild Annual Quilt SHow

12 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Mesa Convention Center
263 North Center Street
Friday, March 12, 2010

The show features over 300 quilts, 36 vendor booths and National Teachers, Debbie Caffrey and Anita Shackelford.
Quilt Show Chairman: Glen Taylor

More info: www.azquiltersguild.org

Fine Art EXPO

12 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

26540 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Friday, March 12, 2010

The Arizona Fine Art EXPO produced by Thunderbird Artists, is gateway to the foothills, where pristine mountain vistas, giant boulder formations, and towering saguaro cacti create spectacular silhouettes with dramatic sunsets. The scenic drive begins at the Arizona Fine Art EXPO and progresses north to Carefree.

Meet 100 renowned, award-winning artists from throughout the country that make the beautiful Sonoran Desert home for 10 weeks as they create original pieces of fine art in what has come to be known as one of Arizona’s best venues for collecting fine art.

Enjoy spectacular small to life-sized bronzes, mesmerizing paintings, scratchboard, batiks, sparkling stained and sculpted glass, clay, copper, stone carvings, medium to monumental sized metal sculpture, pottery, jewelry, photography and more.

The show begins Thursday, January 14 and runs everyday through Sunday, March 28 (10am to 6pm) daily in 44,000 square foot “festive white tents” at 26540 N. Scottsdale Road, on the SW corner of Scottsdale & Jomax Rds, Scottsdale, AZ. Season passes $8; seniors & military $7; children under 12 are free. Parking is free.

Patrons love strolling throughout the two-acre Sonoran Desert Sculpture Garden enhanced with many native cacti, bushes and plants identified with signage, a Koi pond, waterfalls, hummingbird and butterfly garden, putting green and more. Bridges intersect and cross over flowing water, stones, and sandy paths connecting sculptuers and educational trails.

Weekends come more alive with musical entertainment, wine tasting, garden parties, lovely Gala, artists’ book signings, art classes, workshops and more. More than 4,000 paintings and sculptures exhibited and for sale. Café and Artists’ Marketplace – For more information visit: www.arizonafineartexpo.com.

For more information call 480-837-7163 or visit www.arizonafineartexpo.com
Or email: JudyL@arizonafineartexpo.com.

More info: www.arizonafineartexpo.com

Practical Art presents: "Shapes" by Julio Cesar Rodarte

12 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Practical Art
5070 N Central Ave, Phoenix AZ 85012
Friday, March 12, 2010

Why must paint be applied only to square or rectangular canvases? Inspired by the works of Frank Stella and Elizabeth Murray, emerging artist Julio Cesar Rodarte starts his creative process by first constructing a canvas in an unusual shape. Once he has his sculptural form, he then paints on the shapes with colorful repetitive patterns, geometric shapes, forms, silhouettes, numbers, going wherever the inspiration of the form takes him. Join us for a reception Friday, March 5, 2010. 7pm.

More info: www.practical-art.com

Presidential Portraits

12 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Anthem Art Gallery
42212 North 41st Drive
Anthem, AZ 85086
Friday, March 12, 2010

In honor of President’s Day this February, the Anthem Art Gallery at The Caepe School will exhibit a collection of portraits of the nation’s 44 presidents. New York artist, Adam Clemente's “Presidential Portraits” will portray a separate image of each man who has served in the Oval Office. The opening event for the exhibit will be 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Anthem Art Gallery, where Clemente will be present.

Open viewing hours at the Anthem Art Gallery are by appointment only. To make anappointment, contact Dawn Schiano Kirchner at 623-533-5810.

More info: www.anthemartgallery.com

AAA Arizona Crossing Guard of the Year Nomination Deadline

12 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

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Friday, March 12, 2010

AAA Arizona is accepting nominations for its third annual Crossing Guard of the Year Award.

School administrators, faculty, staff, parents, students and community members are invited to describe why they believe their candidate deserves the Crossing Guard of the Year designation. Self-nominations will also be accepted. AAA Arizona staff will evaluate nominations to select finalists for the award based on dedication, friendliness, professionalism and safety.

Once finalists are selected, their performance and duties will be evaluated by AAA Arizona traffic safety staff. Two finalists, one from Pima County and Maricopa County, who demonstrate the best example of the procedures and responsibilities outlined in AAA’s Handbook for Adult Crossing Guards, will be awarded the honor. The winners will be announced on Crossing Guard Appreciation Day, April 30, 2010.

Last year, AAA honored two crossing guards with the award after receiving more than 70 nominations from students, parents, community members and school faculty.

Nomination forms are available at all Maricopa County and Pima County school district offices or can be downloaded online at ww.aaaaz.com/news/CrossingGuardoftheYear.htm. Completed forms can be mailed to AAA Arizona, Attn: Public Affairs, 3144 N. 7th Avenue, Phoenix, Ariz., 85013, faxed to 602.776.0466 or emailed to publicrelations@arizona.aaa.com. Nominations must be submitted by March 12, 2010.

More info: www.aaaaz.com…

Half Pint Library Community Book Drive

12 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

All Half Price Books locations:
4322 E. Cactus Road (Phoenix)
2102 E. Camelback Road (Phoenix)
6339 E. Southern Avenue (Mesa)
Friday, March 12, 2010

Half Price Books is launching its 12th Annual Half Pint Library Book Drive. This 6-week program collects and distributes children’s books to families and children in need through local non-profit and community organizations. Books donated through the Half Pint Library program provide an escape from the challenges faced by children, while helping to boost literacy outside of school. Everyone can donate new or gently used children’s books at any Half Price Books location from February 15 to March 31.

More info: www.halfpricebooks.com

Playball: The Cactus League Experience

12 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Arizona Museum for Youth
35 N. Robson
Mesa, AZ 85201
Friday, March 12, 2010, 10am

Batter! Batter! Pow! . . . and it’s outtathe ballpark, folks! AMY is set to hit a home run with upcoming exhibition: PlayBall! Spring training has a long, lucrative and influential history in Arizona, dating back to at least 1909. PlayBallcelebrates over 100 years of professional baseball in Arizona as it walks you through a professional baseball timeline from the sporty, barnstorming days before statehood to the inauguration of the Cactus League in 1947, up to present day with 15 teams set to play the 2010 spring training season.
The interactive and educational exhibition will treat visitors to stories of the players, teams and ballparks that the legendary boys of spring experienced when working hard each spring in the desert.

More info: www.arizonamuseumforyouth.com

Annie Jr, presented by Liberty Elementary

12 Mar 2010 21:00:00 GMT

Liberty Elementary School, 5125 E Marilyn Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Friday, March 12, 2010, 2 – 3:20pm

The Liberty Elementary School Chorus and
Musical Theater group will present four performances of “Annie Jr.,”
Performance times are 7 p.m. Friday, March 12; 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday,
March 13th and 2 p.m. Sunday, March 14th. All performances – which are
open to the public -- will be held in the multi-purpose room of Liberty
Elementary School, located at 5125 E. Marilyn in Scottsdale.
Tickets are $2 if purchased in advance, or $3 if purchased at the door.
Advance tickets can be purchased at the front office of the school.
Liberty’s talented 4th-6th graders will bring to life the characters and songs –
including “It’s a Hard Knock Life” and “The Sun Will Come Out
Tomorrow” – in this fully staged and choreographed production (an
ambitious undertaking for an elementary school). It promises to be
wonderful family fare for children of all ages.
“Annie Jr.” music is by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Martin Charnin. The
book is by Thomas Meeham. Running time: 60-80 minutes

Group Meditation

13 Mar 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Storm Wisdom
3375 E Shea Blvd.
Phoenix, AZ 85028
Friday, March 12, 2010, 6 – 7pm

Guided Meditation and Fellowship Group with Sarah McLean - Sedona Meditation Training.
Join us Friday night at Storm Wisdom for a forty-five minute meditation and fellowship group. Starting on October 16th we will begin with a new moon manifesting meditation and provide a variety of different meditations and meditation techniques through the rest of the year.
Cost $10 .

More info: www.stormwisdom.com…

Working in the Team Environment

13 Mar 2010 01:00:00 GMT

2323 West 14th Street, Tempe AZ 85281
Friday, March 12, 2010, 6 – 8pm

Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your leadership skills. A workshop series presented by Advanced Toastmasters members.

More info: www.riocopa.org…

Sarah Kriehn: An Exhibition of Collagraphs

13 Mar 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Olney Gallery at Trinity Cathedral
100 W. Roosevelt St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Friday, March 12, 2010, 6pm

Cathedral Center for the Arts presents— Sarah Kriehn: An Exhibition of Collagraphs

Please join us at the Olney Room Gallery in Trinity Cathedral for a month-long solo exhibit of the work of Sarah Kriehn which will be included in First Friday and Sunday of the Art Detour 22 (gallery closed Saturday, March 6) during the first weekend in March.

Sarah is a printmaker whose approach to art lies between the fields of printmaking and painting. This exhibit will display her original collagraphs, which chronicle encounters and experiences in life. From subtle tonalities to vibrant hues, these works are evocative of the closely attended response to internal and external states. The exhibit will also focus on the differences and similarities in groups of collagraphs printed from the same plate. Sarah is an Arizona native and North Central Phoenix resident. Her work has been exhibited at the Shemer Art Center & Museum, Herberger Gallery, University of Arizona Medical School, Tempe Center for the Arts and the Phoenix Art Museum.

Sarah Kriehn was born and raised in Winslow, Arizona and has a degree from Arizona State University. For twenty years she taught elementary art in the Phoenix schools. Ms. Kriehn now works full time as an artist.

An Exhibition of Collagraphs by Sarah Kriehn

March 5-March 30, 2010
ARTIST RECEPTION: First Friday, March 5, 6-10 pm
Art Detour 22: GALLERY CLOSED SATURDAY MARCH 6
March 7, 12-5 pm

Olney Gallery at Trinity Cathedral, 100 W Roosevelt St., Phoenix, 85003

First Friday, March 5, 6-10pm and Sunday March 7, 12-5pm
Open regular business hours: Monday through Friday 9 am – 4 pm

The gallery and reception are free and open to the public

More info: www.trinitycca.org

Friday Night Drum Class by Arizona Drum and Dance

13 Mar 2010 01:30:00 GMT

Flamenco! ... the Studio,
524 W Broadway Rd, Suite 108, Tempe
Friday, March 12, 2010, 6:30 – 8pm

WHO: Everyone is invited. Open to the Public

COST: $12 per class

Students that are signed in for Level I and Level II pay $20 for both sessions.

If you have no drum let us know, we have extras.

More info: www.azdrumanddance.org

Studio Dinner: St. Patrick's Day

13 Mar 2010 02:00:00 GMT

Classic Cooking Academy
10411 E McDowell Mtn. Ranch Rd. Scottsdale, AZ. 85255
Friday, March 12, 2010, 7 – 9:30pm

Studio Dinner: St. Patrick's Day Feast
Friday, March 12 2010,
7:00pm-9:30pm

Join us for a St. Patrick's Day feast you'll never forget! Sit back and let Chef Pascal prepare a delicious meal for you, then enjoy with wine. $60 per person

Menu:

Cheddar Spread

Prawn Bundle with Herbs Mayonnaise

Corn Beef and Cabbage

Chocolate Stout Cupcakes

More info: www.classiccooking.net

Cows Don't Fly and Other Known Facts

13 Mar 2010 02:30:00 GMT

Mesa Arts Center: Nesbitt/Elliot Playhouse Theater
1 E. Main St.
Mesa, AZ. 85201
Friday, March 12, 2010, 7:30pm

Tickets: $15 Adult/$14 Youth, please call the Mesa Arts Center Box Office to purchase tickets: 480-644-6500.
Showtimes: Various, please check our website for complete listing.

Based on books by Paul Brett Johnson
Based on the popular children's book series written by Paul Brett Johnson, Cows Don't Fly is an adaptation of his imaginative world where extraordinary things happen on a regular basis. A world where Miss Rosemary's farm animals fly, drive, and strike up unusual friendships. Miss Rosemary's farm is a place where your wildest dreams come true and lessons of individuality are admirably taught. Your family will roll with laughter and appreciate the underlying message of accepting people for who they are.
Produced by special arrangement with New Plays, Inc.

More info: www.mesaartslive.com…

Steve Tyrell

13 Mar 2010 02:30:00 GMT

The Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts
1090 S Vulture Mine Rd
Wickenburg, AZ 85390
Friday, March 12, 2010, 7:30pm

Grammy Award-winning vocalist extraordinaire Steve Tyrell is truly a renaissance man. In his 4 decades in the music business, he has achieved great success as an artist, producer, songwriter, music supervisor, performer and is a two time Emmy nominee. Tyrell reinvented and re-popularized classic pop standards for a modern-day audience. With the grit and soul of a lifetime, producing hits for artists ranging from Dionne Warwick to Rod Stewart, Steve himself has sold hundreds of thousands of albums and gained a passionate following all over the world. His hits include “The Way You Look Tonight”, “A Kiss To Build A Dream On”, and “The Sunny Side of The Street”. Mr. Tyrell will perform songs from his Bacharach, Sinatra and Great American Songbook CDs with his 5 piece band.

More info: www.delewebbcenter.org…

American Diabetes Association Phoenix Tour de Cure cycling event

13 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Reach 11 Sports Complex
2425 E Deer Valley Road (Cave Creek and E Deer Valley Roads)
Saturday, March 13, 2010

For the American Diabetes Association Phoenix Tour de Cure event, riders of all abilities may choose their route - from 2 and 5 mile family-fun rides to a challenging Metric Century, all designed by experienced cyclists to offer safe and scenic rides in the natural landscape of the Valley of the Sun. All rides start and finish at REACH 11 Sports Complex, nestled in the foothillls of North Phoenix. Enjoy this fun event while helping to raise funds to change the future of diabetes and help stop this devastating disease.

More info: tour.diabetes.org…

Clive Cussler Releases 7th in Oregon Series - "The Silent Sea"

13 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Your Favorite Local Book Store or Library
Saturday, March 13, 2010

NY Times-Bestselling author Clive Cussler releases "The Silent Sea" - 7th in The Oregon Series.

The thrilling new adventure from the number-one New York Times-bestselling author, Clive Cussler with Co-Author Jack Du Brul will be released on March 9, 2010. The First Book signing will be at the Poisoned Pen March 13, 2010 in Scottsdale, Arizona.

More info: www.clive-cussler-books.com

Seeds of Mindfulness

13 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Phoenix convention Center
100 N 3rd street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Saturday, March 13, 2010

Nurses, psychologist, social workers and professional people can earn 12 CE credit hours

More info: www.aibmcseminar.org

Southwest Regional Alpaca Show

13 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Phoenix Fairgrounds and Expo Center
1826 W McDowell Rd
Phoenix, Az 85007
Saturday, March 13, 2010

Fun, two day event that draws hundreds of Alpacas and Alpaca Breeders from many states. Vendors with items from farm equipment to household and clothing. Visit website to enter alpacas to show and for more info

More info: www.alpacabreedersofarizona.org

Arizona Quilters Guild Annual Quilt SHow

13 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Mesa Convention Center
263 North Center Street
Saturday, March 13, 2010

The show features over 300 quilts, 36 vendor booths and National Teachers, Debbie Caffrey and Anita Shackelford.
Quilt Show Chairman: Glen Taylor

More info: www.azquiltersguild.org

Fine Art EXPO

13 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

26540 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Saturday, March 13, 2010

The Arizona Fine Art EXPO produced by Thunderbird Artists, is gateway to the foothills, where pristine mountain vistas, giant boulder formations, and towering saguaro cacti create spectacular silhouettes with dramatic sunsets. The scenic drive begins at the Arizona Fine Art EXPO and progresses north to Carefree.

Meet 100 renowned, award-winning artists from throughout the country that make the beautiful Sonoran Desert home for 10 weeks as they create original pieces of fine art in what has come to be known as one of Arizona’s best venues for collecting fine art.

Enjoy spectacular small to life-sized bronzes, mesmerizing paintings, scratchboard, batiks, sparkling stained and sculpted glass, clay, copper, stone carvings, medium to monumental sized metal sculpture, pottery, jewelry, photography and more.

The show begins Thursday, January 14 and runs everyday through Sunday, March 28 (10am to 6pm) daily in 44,000 square foot “festive white tents” at 26540 N. Scottsdale Road, on the SW corner of Scottsdale & Jomax Rds, Scottsdale, AZ. Season passes $8; seniors & military $7; children under 12 are free. Parking is free.

Patrons love strolling throughout the two-acre Sonoran Desert Sculpture Garden enhanced with many native cacti, bushes and plants identified with signage, a Koi pond, waterfalls, hummingbird and butterfly garden, putting green and more. Bridges intersect and cross over flowing water, stones, and sandy paths connecting sculptuers and educational trails.

Weekends come more alive with musical entertainment, wine tasting, garden parties, lovely Gala, artists’ book signings, art classes, workshops and more. More than 4,000 paintings and sculptures exhibited and for sale. Café and Artists’ Marketplace – For more information visit: www.arizonafineartexpo.com.

For more information call 480-837-7163 or visit www.arizonafineartexpo.com
Or email: JudyL@arizonafineartexpo.com.

More info: www.arizonafineartexpo.com

Practical Art presents: "Shapes" by Julio Cesar Rodarte

13 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Practical Art
5070 N Central Ave, Phoenix AZ 85012
Saturday, March 13, 2010

Why must paint be applied only to square or rectangular canvases? Inspired by the works of Frank Stella and Elizabeth Murray, emerging artist Julio Cesar Rodarte starts his creative process by first constructing a canvas in an unusual shape. Once he has his sculptural form, he then paints on the shapes with colorful repetitive patterns, geometric shapes, forms, silhouettes, numbers, going wherever the inspiration of the form takes him. Join us for a reception Friday, March 5, 2010. 7pm.

More info: www.practical-art.com

Presidential Portraits

13 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Anthem Art Gallery
42212 North 41st Drive
Anthem, AZ 85086
Saturday, March 13, 2010

In honor of President’s Day this February, the Anthem Art Gallery at The Caepe School will exhibit a collection of portraits of the nation’s 44 presidents. New York artist, Adam Clemente's “Presidential Portraits” will portray a separate image of each man who has served in the Oval Office. The opening event for the exhibit will be 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Anthem Art Gallery, where Clemente will be present.

Open viewing hours at the Anthem Art Gallery are by appointment only. To make anappointment, contact Dawn Schiano Kirchner at 623-533-5810.

More info: www.anthemartgallery.com

Chili Cookoff

13 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Ahwatukee Community Swim & Tennis Center
4700 East Warner Road, Phoenix
480-893-3431
Saturday, March 13, 2010

Cooks from all over the country will compete at the 6th Annual International Chili Society AZ Copperstate & AZ Valley of the Sun Regional Cookoffs. Winners will then move on to the World Championships. If you think you have a winning recipe contact the Community Center for a registration packet.
The event is free to the public; food, beer and chili taster kits will be available for a small fee. Entertainment will be provided by A Boy Named Sioux.

More info: www.ahwatukeehoa.com

Half Pint Library Community Book Drive

13 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

All Half Price Books locations:
4322 E. Cactus Road (Phoenix)
2102 E. Camelback Road (Phoenix)
6339 E. Southern Avenue (Mesa)
Saturday, March 13, 2010

Half Price Books is launching its 12th Annual Half Pint Library Book Drive. This 6-week program collects and distributes children’s books to families and children in need through local non-profit and community organizations. Books donated through the Half Pint Library program provide an escape from the challenges faced by children, while helping to boost literacy outside of school. Everyone can donate new or gently used children’s books at any Half Price Books location from February 15 to March 31.

More info: www.halfpricebooks.com

Oceanside's NEW Learn-to-Skate

13 Mar 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Oceanside Ice Arena
1520 N. McClintock Drive
Tempe, AZ 85281
Saturday, March 13, 2010, 7 – 8am

Come join the fun and learn to skate during the Winter Olympic season! Classes are at 7:00 AM until March 13 when we switch to 9:35 AM! ONLY $100 for 8 weeks! Please call us for more information.

More info: www.oceansideicearena.net

2010 Arizona Lymphoma Workshop: Understanding Lymphoma Basics and Current Treatment Options

13 Mar 2010 14:30:00 GMT

Scottsdale Resort and Conference Center
7700 East McCormick Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Saturday, March 13, 2010, 7:30am – 3:30pm

The Arizona Lymphoma Workshop is the premier patient education and networking forum in the region. This one-day workshop will provide the latest information about lymphoma, current treatment options and patient support topics to patients, survivors and their loved ones.

•Learn about your specific type of lymphoma, treatment options, clinical trials and novel concepts during the comprehensive disease-specific breakout sessions.
•Hear a variety of presentations and have your specific questions answered from our expert speaking faculty comprised of lymphoma specialists and patient support experts.
•Meet other people with your same type of lymphoma during breakfast, lunch and breakout sessions.

This program is free for lymphoma patients, survivors and loved ones; however, pre-registration is required. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided for all registered attendees. Free parking is available at the hotel.

Hosted by Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF) in collaboration with LRF’s Arizona Chapter, Arizona Cancer Center, Cancer Legal Resource Center, CLL Information Group, Cutaneous Lymphoma Foundation, International Waldenstrom’s Macroglobulinemia Foundation, National Marrow Donor Program®, The Wellness Community and the University Medical Center: Tucson

More info: www.lymphoma.org…

Val Vista Lakes 2nd Saturday Artisan Market

13 Mar 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Val Vista Lakes Clubhouse
1600 E Lakeside Drive
Gilbert, AZ
Saturday, March 13, 2010, 8am – 1pm

Join us for this Community Artisan Market on 2nd Saturday Mornings. Discover local art, crafts, food and more!
Fun for the whole family.

More info: www.artisanmarketsaz.com

St. Catty’s Day Cat Show

13 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

El Zaribah Shrine Auditorium
552 N. 40th St, Phoenix AZ, 85008
Saturday, March 13, 2010, 9am – 4pm

ADMISSION: Adults $6, Seniors $5, Children (ages 5-17) $3 Bring a can of pet food and get $1 off admission (donations benefit local rescue)

PAWTICULARS:

See over 175 CFA pedigreed cats and kittens, as well as extraordinary household pets, competing for end of season awards. Kittens and cats will be available for sale, plus Friends For Life no-kill shelter will be present with rescue cats for adoption. There will be vendors featuring feline supplies, accessories, and gifts.

More info: superstitioncats.tripod.com