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Cave Creek Museum’s Historic Home Tour
Tour to Rackensack Canyon Gold Mine and Children’s Program

Mark your calendar to participate in several of Cave Creek Museum’s events in March, including the Museum’s first historic home tour and an exhilarating tour to one of the area’s oldest gold mines in Rackensack Canyon. For information about Cave Creek Museum and its programs, call (480) 488-2764, or visit www.cavecreekmuseum.org .

 Saturday, March 10th1 p.m. to 2 p.m. APD: Ancient People Detectivies Free for children ages 7 to 10. Please call to reserve a seat. This program introduces children to the science of archaeology. Children will learn enough information about ceramics, stone tools, animal bones, plant material, and other artifacts to participate in a virtual excavation of a Hohokam site. This program is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Carefree. 

Sunday, March 18th 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “Homes Through Time” Home Tour $30 per person. Tickets available in advance and through Sunday, March 18 at Cave Creek Museum during business hours. Credit cards accepted. No pets, food or beverages allowed within the homes and no children under the age of 12. 

Spend the day touring four distinct homes, including:

• The Swanson Property: With its main house, wrangler cottage, and barn, all included on the tour, feel the Old West preserved on the former Quarter Circle Ranch. Prehistoric Hohokam sites are also on the property and on the tour.

	The wrangler cottage affords comfort and decor beyond any cowboy dream. Photo Credit: Stephanie Bradley.
Swanson main house front entry: Wood, window and wonder welcome visitors to this Bill Tull designed hacienda. Photo credit: Stephanie Bradley.

• The Turtle House, a 65-year-old adobe house that was once home to the famous artist, Lon Megargee. The home is decorated with an astonishing array of rare items from remote areas of Africa and Asia.

	The classic Mexican-style home built by renowned artist Lon Megargee features art and crafts from around the world, collected by owner IrmaTurtle. Photo credit: Stephanie Bradley.
Artist Lon Megargee would no doubt be pleased to have his sitting room fireplace surrounded by African and Asian art. Photo credit: Stephanie Bradely.

• Bound to reflect 21st century history, the Scully and Avery homes are two unique and spectacular homes in Desert Mountain, an exclusive development on what was once ranch land.

	Beyond the entry gate is a Desert Mountain dream home with no detail missed. Photo credit: Stephanie Bradley
Refresh yourself as you admire a bar area that rivals any work of art created with copper, woods and glasswork. Photo credit: Stephanie Bradley

  . Saturday, March 24th 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m Rock On!  Geological History of Black MountainPresenter: Stephanie Bradley  Free. Please call to reserve a seat.With slides and rock samples, discover the remarkably long and fascinating geologic history of Black Mountain, the looming landmark mountain of Carefree and Cave Creek.

 Saturday, March 31 Two tours: 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Rackensack Canyon Gold Mine Adventure $100 per person. Credit cards accepted. Please register by March 17th.Join your colorful tour guide, Johnny Ringo, on an exhilarating and picturesque journey north to the Tonto National Forest and then down the winding road to Rackensack Canyon. Your off-road vehicle ride allows you the opportunity to photograph Four Peaks, Weavers Needle and the Superstition Mountains. As you enter the mine, you’ll be equipped with hard hats, flashlights and the feeling of unknown territory as you follow the same vein of Gold that Edward G. Cave, nicknamed “Old Rackensack,” did in the 1870s.

 Located at 6140 Skyline Dr., Cave Creek Museum features an extensive collection of prehistoric and historic artifacts that describe the lives of Native Americans, miners, ranchers and pioneers. The museum hours are Wed., Thurs., Sat. and Sun. from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Fri. from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Entrance fees are $3 for adults, and $2 for seniors and students over age 12. Group tours: $2 per person.

 

 

 

THE SMASH HIT COMES TO NORTHWEST PHOENIX

STOMP, the international percussion sensation, makes its triumphant return to Phoenix when it comes to the Maricopa County Events Center (formerly the Sundome) on March 30 – April 1.  After playing to sell-out crowds for over eleven seasons, STOMP continues its phenomenal runs with one North American touring company, two productions overseas - a permanent London company and a European tour - and the New York company’s continuous sell-out run at The Orpheum Theatre, which celebrated its 12 th anniversary in February.  From its beginnings as a street performance in the UK, STOMP has grown into an international phenomenon over the past eleven years, having performed in over 350 cities in 36 countries worldwide.

STOMP, an overwhelming success marked by rave reviews, numerous awards, and sell-out engagements, is the winner of an Olivier Award for Best Choreography (London's Tony Award), a New York Obie Award, a Drama Desk Award for Unique Theatre Experience, and a Special Citation from Best Plays.  The young performers “make a rhythm out of anything we can get our hands on that makes a sound,” says co-creator/director Luke Cresswell.  Stiff-bristle brooms become a sweeping orchestra; Zippo lighters flip open and closed to create a fiery fugue; wooden poles thump and clack in a rhythmic explosion.  STOMP uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – trashcans, tea chests, plastic bags, plungers, boots, and hubcaps – to fill the stage with compelling and infectious rhythms.

 Critics and audiences have raved:  “STOMP is as crisp and exuberant as if it had opened yesterday,” says The New York Times.  The San Francisco Chronicle declares “STOMP has a beat that just won’t quit!”  The Los Angeles Times exclaims:  “Electrifying!  Triumphs in the infinite variety of the human experience.”  “A phenomenal show!  Bashing, crashing, smashing, swishing, banging and kicking – a joyous invention!” says the Chicago Tribune.

 STOMP is directed and created by Luke Cresswell and Steve McNicholas.  The smash hit returns to Phoenix at the Maricopa County Events Center, 19403 RH Johnson Blvd, Sun City West from March 30 to April 1.  Performance schedule is March 30 at 8:00 pm, March 31 at 8:00 pm and April 1 at 1:00 pm.  Tickets are $35 - $55 and go on sale January 7 at 10 am through Ticketmaster by calling 480-784-4444 or on-line at www.ticketmaster.com .   Tickets may also be purchased at the Maricopa County Events Center Box Office, Monday – Saturday 10 am – 5:00 pm and Sunday 9:00 – 3:00.  For groups please call 866-755-3075.  

The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust Names
Five Piper Fellows
 The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust at a reception on December 11th, 2006, awarded Piper Fellowships to five exemplary nonprofit leaders, who will participate in self-designed sabbaticals for professional development and renewal. <Story Continues>

   Tick, Tock… Outlets at Anthem Has Moved Their  Shopping Hours in 2007!
     For all of those early risers that require a stop at their favorite coffee shop prior to hitting the malls; Outlets at Anthem has moved their shopping hours one hour later    Monday through Saturday and extending hours on Sundays as of January 2nd, 2007. The new hours on Monday through Saturday will be 10 am to 8 pm. The new hours on Sunday will be 10 am to 7 pm.  <Story Continues>

"Desert Awareness for Our Pets"
This Seminar Will be held at the Cave Creek Museum

Join us on March 7th, 2007 at 7:00pm for this month¹s FREE educational seminar at the CaveCreek Museum located at 6140 E. Skyline Dr..  We will be presenting this seminar from the Cave Creek Museum!  Dr. Cliff Faver will be the speaker and will discuss some of the perils that our pets face living in the desert.  Dr. Faver will also discuss specific ways to protect your pet from potential dangers.  After the seminar, Dr. Faver will answer any questions and a tour of the facility will be offered.       
We will provide light snacks and refreshments.
RSVP to Rob @ 480-488-6181 or E-mail to ckanimalhealth@msn.com 
RING IN MARCH WITH UP TO $160,000 IN CASH GIVAWAYS
Team celebrates a "Decade in the Desert" with new in-game cash promotions
GLENDALE, Ariz. ­ Feb. 28, 2007 - Phoenix Coyotes President and COO Douglas Moss announced today that the organization will introduce three new in-game promotions that could pay up to $160,000 to fans during upcoming games. Fans will be able to qualify for all three contests just by being at the games.

"Coyotes Decade Dollars" will give three fans per game the chance to win $10,000 if the Coyotes score during any period of the game when exactly 10:10 is showing on the game clock. The contest will be held during games on March 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th.

The second contest is the Sanderson Ford/KNIX "Shoot for a Stang" contest. The winner of the contest will receive $20,000 towards the purchase of a new car if they can shoot 15 of 20 pucks from the red line into an open net in 20 seconds. The contest will be held Saturday, March 10th, when the Coyotes take on the Chicago Blackhawks.

The third contest is Howler¹s Pot O'Gold, which takes place on St. Patrick¹s Day, March 17th against the Colorado Avalanche. If the lucky contestant can shoot the puck from the face off dot at one corner of the rink into the face off dot at the opposite corner of the rink, he or she will win $100,000 cash. If the puck lands within the face ­off circle then the contestant will win the secondary prize of $1,000.

Fans can also enjoy $1 brats on Saturday, March 3rd from 5:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. courtesy of Johnsonville.

For more information and contest rules visit the web site at www.phoenixcoyotes.com  

Russo and Steele Sets World Record Prices
Over the Weekend for 2 Shelby collector cars #Russo_and_Steele

1969 Shelby GT500 ­ World Record Sale Price of $451,000 Sold Saturday January 20 at Russo and Steele in Scottsdale
This Black Jade /Black Interior/Black Top (one of one) Shelby GT 500 Convertible Drag Pac 4-speed has the original drive train and no reproduction parts, and is Part of the Jubilee Classic Car Collection. Only 335 GT 500 convertibles were produced. It is the highest scoring 69 Shelby GT 500 Convertible Drag Pac 4-speed according to SAAC. Additional judging status includes Thoroughbred Concours NO. 1 and it's the only 1969 Shelby GT 500 Convertible Drag Pac judged at this level.

1965 Shelby GT350 ­ World Record Sale Price of $358,600 Sold, for $358,600 at Russo and Steele in Scottsdale The 1965 Shelby GT 350 was the first year of GT 350 production and is considered, by Automotive Historians, the quintessential Shelby muscle car. 1965 Shelby GT 350 serial number SFM5S166 has just undergone a complete ground up fresh rotisserie restoration to MCA and SAAC Concours Trailered standards by Shelby Mustang specialists R + A Motorsports. The restoration work was overseen by a SAAC Concours judge, to not only assure the finest workmanship but, to complete a true museum quality historically correct restoration. It is correct from Shelby factory Goodyear Blue dot tires to minuet details like assembly line chassis paint drops and color identification markings. Since this is the first year of GT 350 production and only 521 examples were ever built, this assures the bidder that this collector car will continue to appreciate. Very rarely do 1965 Shelby's come up for sale, let along a fresh Concours correct example like this one. This is a key car for any serious Shelby collector who only wants the best!

Big Seller at Russo and Steele: 1965 Shelby Daytona Couple 427 Sold for $1,320,000 Saturday, January 20 at Russo and Steele in Scottsdale Designed and built for Shelby American's assault on LeMans during the 1965 race season of international long distance endurance racing. Following the successful campaign of the small block Cobra Daytona Coupes in 1964, Shelby's Director of Special Projects Peter Brock penned the new aerodynamic coachwork to the larger MkII 427 chassis. Convinced the Super Coupe would exceed 215 miles per hour at LeMans, this prototype is the only 427 Cobra Daytona Coupe ever to exist. Eligible for every vintage competition event anywhere on the planet, this is the ultimate 'Holy Grail" opportunity for the Shelby American enthusiast.

About Russo and Steele: An auction of European Sports Cars, American Muscle Cars, Hot Rods and Customs. The 4-day sale concluded Sunday in Scottsdale. Some 500 cars were auction over the 5 days. Details at www.russoandsteele.com . The company¹s next auction is in Monterey, California in August.

RUSSO AND STEELE EXCEEDS 20 MILLION
Scottsdale, AZ. (January 25, 2007) -- Russo and Steele Collector Automobile Auction has once again proven why it has become one of the "Big Three" premier auctions. The action-filled auction block lived up to its reputation by breaking two records and reaching the million dollar mark with one individual sale: a 1969 Shelby GT 500 (consignment #6627) for $451,000, a 1965 Shelby GT350 (consignment 6758) for $358,600, and the 1969 Shelby Daytona Coupe 427 for $1,320,000. January 2007 was by far their best auction yet!

This event marked Russo and Steele¹s seventh consecutive appearance in Scottsdale, Arizona. Their total sales figures ended up exceeding the $20,000,000.00 mark. Furthermore, Russo and Steele had a 65% sales rate.
Now Russo and Steele's individual automobile results are available. For the more details please click on the link below.

RUSSO AND STEELE FULL RESULTS

Phoenix College Orchestra to perform a FREE spring concert March 6

            The Phoenix College Community Orchestra will perform a free concert of classical literature at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 6 in the Bulpitt Auditorium at Phoenix College, 1202 W. Thomas Rd.
            Featured selections include Suppé's "Poet and Peasant Overture,"Smetana's            
"The Moldau (The River)"and Rachmaninoff's Symphony No. 2 in E Minor. The Phoenix College Chamber Ensemble will perform a short program at the beginning of the concert.
            Both groups are directed by north Phoenix resident Linda Brown, who began her professional career as a first violinist with the Springfield, Missouri Symphony. She played first violin with the Phoenix Symphony for 28 years and has taught music in several school districts in Kansas and Arizona.
            The community orchestra is a full orchestra made up of enthusiastic musicians from all ages, locations and backgrounds. This diverse group comes together to rehearse each week simply because they enjoy the opportunity to play quality classical literature. Prospective members high school age and older are welcome. Auditions are not mandatory but may be required, depending on experience. The orchestra plays two free concerts each semester. For information on registration, call 602-285-7502 or visit www.pc.maricopa.edu .
            For information on the March 6 concert, call Karen Barr, publicity chair, at 602-819-4010 or write to karen.barr@cox.net .

Cave Creek Museum¹s events in March
Mark your calendar to participate in several of Cave Creek Museum¹s events in March, including the Museum¹s first historic home tour and an exhilarating tour to one of the area¹s oldest gold mines in Rackensack Canyon.  Located at 6140 Skyline Dr., Cave Creek Museum features an extensive collection of prehistoric and historic artifacts that describe the lives of Native Americans, miners, ranchers and pioneers. The museum hours are Wed., Thurs., Sat. and Sun. from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Fri. from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Entrance fees are $3 for adults, and $2 for seniors and students over age 12. Group tours: $2 per person. For information about Cave Creek Museum and its programs, call (480) 488-2764, or visit www.cavecreekmuseum.org.
Event schedule follows:
Saturday, March 10 -   APD: Ancient People Detectivies
1 p.m. to 2 p.m.  Free for children ages 7 to 10. Please call to reserve a seat.
This program introduces children to the science of archaeology. Children will learn enough information about ceramics, stone tools, animal bones, plant material, and other artifacts to participate in a virtual excavation of a Hohokam site. This program is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Carefree.

Sunday, March 18   - "Homes Through Time" Home Tour
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.     $30 per person. Tickets available in advance and through Sunday, March 18 at Cave Creek Museum during business hours. Credit cards accepted. No pets, food or beverages allowed within the homes and no children under the age of 12.      No photos. Spend the day touring four distinct homes, including:

·         The Swanson Property: With its main house, wrangler cottage, and barn, all included on the tour, feel the Old West preserved on the former Quarter Circle Ranch. Prehistoric Hohokam sites are also on the property and on the tour.

·         The Turtle House, a 65-year-old adobe house that was once home to the famous artist, Lon Megargee. The home is decorated with an astonishing array of rare items from remote areas of Africa and Asia.

·         Bound to reflect 21st century history, the Scully and Avery homes are two unique and spectacular homes in Desert Mountain, an exclusive development on what was once ranch land.  Complete story

 Saturday, March 24   - Rock On!  Geological History of Black Mountain
2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.  Presenter: Stephanie Bradley  
Free. Please call to reserve a seat.  With slides and rock samples, discover the remarkably long and
fascinating geologic history of Black Mountain, the looming landmark mountain of Carefree and Cave Creek.

Saturday, March 31   -  Rackensack Canyon Gold Mine Adventure
Two tours:      $100 per person. Credit cards accepted.
8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Please register by March 17.
Join your colorful tour guide, Johnny Ringo, on an exhilarating and picturesque journey north to the Tonto National Forest and then down the winding road to Rackensack Canyon. Your off-road vehicle ride allows you the opportunity to photograph Four Peaks, Weavers Needle and the Superstition Mountains. As you enter the mine, you¹ll be equipped with hard hats, flashlights and the feeling of unknown territory as you follow the same vein of Gold that Edward G. Cave, nicknamed ³Old Rackensack,² did in the 1870s.

The Foothills Film Society Showing The Red Violin
The Foothills Film Society, will be showing the movie The Red Violin   at 7 PM. at the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center, 33606 N. 60th Street, 1/2 mile south of Carefree Highway. There will be a ticket price of $9.00 per person at the door.  A different commentator each evening will introduce the film, and take questions and comments from the floor after the screening.  Dessert and coffee will end the evening. For further info or season tickets please call the Foothills Community Foundation at 480-488-1090, or Andrea at 623-551-8193.  
Monday, March 5, 2007  The Red Violin     Canada/Italy/UK     1998     Oscar Best Music, Best Original Score, nominated Best Foreign Language Film
    This film is a fascinating excursion across centuries and continents in search of an instrument whose history spans from its creation in 1681 up until its sale at an auction in 1997.  We are introduced to its creator, an Italian fiddle-maker, to a musical prodigy in Vienna, to an English musician, to a violinist in China during the Cultural Revolution, and to a modern-day musicologist in Montreal.  Each of their stories adds to the history of the violin and helps develop the central theme of the film.
    The stories are held together by the use of inserts from a 1997 auction where representatives of the descendents of past owners are preparing to bid for the instrument.  The film is a wonderful mingling of music, politics, passion, crime, intrigue and history.  
    The film is a artful mixing of the visual, like stunning shots of the Alps, along with a rich soundtrack, as befits a film about an instrument referred to as “the perfect marriage of science and beauty. Superb acting by Samuel L. Jackson adds to this glorious journey through time and place.
 

Ballet Arizona's "Dance with Me" Gala to be held March 10 at the Phoenix Art Museum
Enjoy dinner, live music and dancing with Ballet Arizona¹s Professional Company Dancers!

Ballet Arizona will hold its premier fundraising gala, "Dance with Me", on March 10, 2007, in the Great Hall of the newly renovated Phoenix Art Museum. Chaired by Deborah Bennett and Sharron Lewis, with Honorary Chairs Jacquie and Bennett Dorrance, the committee is planning a stunning and elegant evening of dinner and dancing, with Ballet Arizona dancers leading the way to the dance floor.  Guests will be invited to view the exclusive "Rembrandt and the Golden Age of Dutch Art; Treasures from the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam" exhibition and will also be entertained by Arizona¹s premiere dance band, Snake Eyes.

The goal is to support the community investment of over $1.8 million for Ib Andersen¹s dazzling new Nutcracker  that debuted in December, drawing 45,000 people to Symphony Hall.  

"The funds raised at this event will help ensure that for years to come Arizona's children and families will have the privilege of seeing one of the most beautiful Nutcracker productions in the country," said Event Co-Chair Sharron Lewis.  

For more information or if you would like to have an invitation mailed to you, please call Ballet Arizona's Development office at 602-343-6531 or visit their website at www.balletaz.org .

COST:  $500 per seat, or tables at $5,000, $10,000, $25,000 and $50,000   

BALLET ARIZONA is the Southwest¹s premier professional ballet company. Now in its 21st season, Ballet Arizona is dedicated to preserving and celebrating classical dance while creating and commissioning new, innovative works. Ballet Arizona is under the artistic direction of internationally acclaimed choreographer Ib Andersen, who was a principal dancer with the New York City Ballet for more than a decade. Ballet Arizona is committed to being an active part of the Phoenix metropolitan area, offering five fully-staged ballet productions each season in downtown Phoenix, as well as presenting a variety of educational and free community engagement activities that currently reach more than 35,000 children and adults each year.

14th Annual Make A Difference Serve-A-Thon for Schools
3000 Volunteers Serve Children and Education in State¹s Largest Day of Service for Schools
Teams of volunteers from 3,000 corporate, civic and individuals will dedicate 20,000 hours of volunteer service  in a day of hands-on community service for Valley schools,  creating cleaner, safer and more stimulating environments in which to learn.
WHEN:   Saturday, April 21st, 2007  8:00 a.m. ­ 12:00 p.m.  Projects Completed All Over the Valley!
                                                          12:00 p.m. ­ 3:00 p.m.  Celebration at Phoenix Convention Center
WHY:  Serve A Thon will bring together the talents, time and energy of hard-working volunteers to meet the needs of the community¹s most valuable resource: our schools. Volunteers will be helping with large-scale revitalization and beautification projects as well as hosting social activities to serve students and families! Through corporate sponsorship and individual pledges, the event will also raise vital funds that allow Make A Difference to continue meeting needs in the community through meaningful volunteer action throughout the year.   
HOW:   In partnership with Valley schools, Make A Difference will train and mobilize teams of volunteers to brighten classrooms, clean up school campuses, paint murals, organize supplies, host fairs for the students and MUCH, MUCH MORE!
Volunteer REGISTRATION: Visit www.makeadifference.org   or call 602.973.2212  brandy@makeadifference.org

Make A Difference Educates Community on Pressing Social Issues
This spring Make A Difference invites Valley residents to help tackle environmental and consumer issues with three special workshops: Your Footprint is Too Heavy, an eco-conscious building, family-friendly workshop; a Citizen Action Book Club on John De Graaf¹s Affluenza and Black Gold: Watch the Coffee Industry Unfold, a film screening and discussion.  

Through Civic Education programming, Make A Difference initiates public dialogue by bringing local leaders and experts together with community members. These facilitated sessions educate and engage participants in brainstorming possible solutions to critical problems facing Greater Phoenix and the world at-large. The goal of these sessions is to provide individuals with the inspiration and resources to affect real change in their communities

Make A Difference creates positive change in Greater Phoenix by making it easy for individuals and businesses to share time and talent with area nonprofits, schools and neighborhoods. Last year alone, the organization provided more than $1.7 million dollars worth of services to the community through programs, staff expertise and 14,000 volunteers who gave more than 50,000 hours to the community.

Your Footprint is Too Heavy Free eco-conscious building, family-friendly workshop Sunday, February 25, 2007 1:30pm ­ 4:00pm Superstition Farm, 3440 South Hawes Rd, Mesa, AZ 85212

Citizen Action Book Club - Affluenza, by John De Graaf Free book discussion  Wednesday, February 28, 2007 
7:00pm ­ 8:30pm  Bookman¹s  8034 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021

Black Gold: Watch the Coffee Industry Unfold Free film screening and discussion Wednesday, March 21, 2007
6:30pm ­ 8:30pm Fair Trade Cafe Gallery, 1020 N. 1st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003

For more information Brandy Howard, Director of Communications  brandy@makeadifference.org  602.973.2212 x 226
www.makeadifference.org

WHAT:   THE GENTLEMAN DOC HOLIDAY ­ A ONE MAN PLAY
               Starring the contemporary Wyatt Earp  
DATE:           Sunday, February 25, 2007
TIME:           3:00 PM
TICKET          Reserved:  $20.00/$19.00 and General:  $16.00
PRICES:         Student, Senior, Group and Series Rates Available  (Other Fees May Apply)
WHERE:          ASU Kerr Cultural Center
               6110 N. Scottsdale Road
               Scottsdale, AZ (Off Rose Lane, Directly South of the Borgata of Scottsdale)
TICKETS AVAILABLE
THROUGH:        ASU Kerr Cultural Center, ASU Gammage and all Ticketmaster Outlets
FOR INFO        ASU Kerr Cultural Center
CALL:            (480) 596-2660 and www.asukerr.com and www.wyattearp.biz
The gentleman Doc Holiday ­ The Tombstone Saga continues with a personal biography of one of the West¹s most notorious men, Doc Holiday.  Set in Colorado Jail cell in 1882, two months after he and the Earps fled the Arizona Territory, Doc, as portrayed by the current Wyatt Earp, tells the tale of the treachery of his life as the West¹s most famous dentist.  The audience will receive a firsthand account of how he went from ³Šone who heals to one who killsŠ²   

       Unfortunately Terry Earp, author of The Tombstone Saga and wife of the contemporary Wyatt Earp was hit by an SUV while riding her bike with her husband and another friend in mid September, so she will not be appearing as Big Nose Kate.  She is currently in recovery at Craig Hospital in Colorado where she has a long recuperation including physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy ahead of her.  

       Wyatt Earp has been portraying his famous relative since 1996 when Wyatt Earp: Life on the Frontier premiered.  He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, but moved to Arizona in 1968.  Before entering in to the entertainment industry Wyatt worked as an insurance agent for over 35 years for the New York Life Insurance Company.  Currently, Wyatt is charter member of the Arizona Gunfighters, a historical reenactment troupe and Park Central Toastmasters.  He also serves on the Phoenix Downtown YMCA Board of Directors, coaches their swim program, and is the director for the YMCA Half Marathon, which is the oldest foot race in Arizona.  Other athletic endeavors include the completion of two Hawaiian Ironman triathlons, numerous marathons, and many long distance swimming events including Escape from Alcatraz.

       Terry Tafoya Earp began her writing career in 1988 and has written over 35 plays, many of which have received awards both locally and nationally.  She was born and raised in Pueblo, Colorado, but has been a resident of Phoenix since 1971.  She attended Arizona State University and graduated with a Bachelors and Masters. Most of her early plays were comedies, but Terry wrote her first historically-based play, Wyatt Earp: A Life on the Frontier for her husband Wyatt.  After the success of that play, Terry followed-up in 1998 with The Gentleman Doc Holliday and Doc Holliday¹s Woman Speaks, which became part of the Tombstone Saga. The last in the quartet, Mrs. Wyatt Earp, was premiered in 2005.  Other recent projects include We Killed Our Own Snakes, In my Humble Opinion, and The Ghost of Ted DeGrazia.

Due to limited seating, get your tickets early.  For further information or to receive a season brochure, call the ASU Kerr Cultural Center at (480) 596-2660.  Kerr¹s box office is open weekdays between the hours of 10am-5pm, Saturday (October-April) 1-5pm and one hour prior to all ticketed events.  Student, senior and group rates are available for most events.  The Kerr Cultural Center, a facility of ASU Public Events, is handicapped accessible.

The intimate adobe studio is located at 6110 N. Scottsdale Rd., which is off Rose Lane, west of Scottsdale Road, directly south of the Borgata of Scottsdale. Tickets can also be purchased at ASU Gammage and through any Ticketmaster outlet.

       Partial funding for Kerr¹s 2006-2007 Season of Guest Artists is provided by the Arizona Commission on the Arts appropriations from the Arizona State Legislature and grants from the National Endowment for the Arts.

ARIZONA KIDS COUNT
THE ULTIMATE FAMILY ADVENTURE
The Rotary Club of North Phoenix Charities Event

BENEFITING PHOENIX CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL, DESERT MISSION LURA TURNER HOMES AND OTHER CHARITIES 

On March 9th and 10th there will be fun and entertainment for the entire family at Firebird International Raceway. This great event will have something for every member of your family. On March 9th the gates open at noon and will close at midnight, on the 10th the fun starts at 9am and goes till midnight. There will be more than 350 exhibitors within the million plus sq. feet of fun at this event benefiting Phoenix Children’s Hospital, the John C. Lincoln Foundation, Lura Turner Homes and other charities.

 There will be major events hourly, including a parade by local schools and organizations. You can meet famous NASCAR drivers with their cars, and listen to the roar of a nitro-fueled racecar. There will be more than 500 sport, vintage, classic, hot rod and collector cars on display. You can also drive an RC controlled racecar and win great prizes. There will also be Recreation Vehicles on display with one RV worth over $750,000.00. If you enjoy aircraft more than autos there will be a Warbird Air Show, with rides in co-pilot seats available. And be sure to stop by the Apache Helicopter display and the Hot Air Balloons.

 You can meet Howler and the Pack girls from the Phoenix Coyotes at 10am, and other professional baseball, football and basketball players. You can enjoy the 3-D Virtual Golf and a LIVE Duck Race with grand prize trip to a Disney location. 

Your favorite cartoon character, clowns, magicians and balloonists and others will be everywhere. The Easter Bunny arrives by Helicopter at 1:00 p.m., and don't forget to visit Noah’s Ark Stuff-N-Fluff Animal Workshop. Magic Shows will be going on all day including Living Illusions famous Water Torture illusion at 3:30 p.m. The Midway with more than 25 rides will have the tallest inflatable slide in the world, inflatable air carnival, games of marksmanship, Dance Heads (Unique), batting cages and plenty of food and beverage including a special Open Barbecue Ribs and Chicken cooking sponsored by Gila River Casino.

 Live entertainment on two stages, on March 9th, there will be a Leading Country Western, on March 10th, The Guess Who with special guest Blood Sweat & Tears, plus The Hollywood Allstarz. Also Saturday, March 10th, will feature Andre Cole World Famous Magician and Paul Miles the world famous Jazz singer and his Jazz band from Detroit with special Guest The Original Vandellas. Each with only one performance! 

All of this for just $25.00 for two adults and up to three children and just $5.00 for parking. More than 100 thousand program books will be distributed at the event. If you or someone you know would like to help this charity event advertisements can be bought in these program books. For information call Valhalla Holdings today at (480) 634-1708. Exhibitors and sponsors receive special rates. 

For more information phone: 602-490-0685 fax: 480-756-8610 Email: Info@AZKidsCount.Org Mailing Address: Arizona Kids Count Charity Event P.O. Box 12094 Chandler, AZ 85248. Or check out http://www.azkidscount.org

Thunderbird Artists’ Scottsdale Fine Art & Chocolate Festival
is Just in Time for Valentine’s Day

 Take a leisurely stroll throughout the grounds of the 16th Annual Scottsdale Fine Art & Chocolate Festival at the Scottsdale Pavilions and you will instantly enjoy the sweet scent of chocolate as it fills the desert air. On February 9th, 10th & 11th, 2007, a collection of more than 150 juried artists and numerous chocolatier’s highlight the event, offering a picturesque and romantic lead into the Valentine’s Day holiday.

 The festival will accommodate every chocolate lover’s desire with over a dozen chocolate companies serving everything from smoothies to chocolate covered fruit to fresh baked pastries. The chocolate companies that will be represented include: DeBrito Chocolate Factory with gourmet chocolates, toffees, and caramels, Carlson Catering, The Original Berrie Kabobs, Molly’s Tamales featuring chocolate chip tamales, Lynn’s Smoothez, Conestoga Concession serving a variety of chocolate ice cream desserts, Oh Fudge! making homemade fudge on site, San Francisco Chocolate Factory with candied apples, Mountain Man Fruit & Nut Company, Shiskaberry’s, The Orange Place, and many more!

 The festival also provides live entertainment featuring Brule’ and his award-winning band AIRO. The distinct sound of Brulé, a hauntingly beautiful mix of flute, piano, traditional drum, and various guitars can be heard on all three days from 10:00am-5:00pm. Wayra, or Wind Rodriguez, will add to the festival also, with his Native American Cedar Flute.

 This celebration of world-class fine art and delicious chocolate treats is sure to be an appealing paradise for the senses. Located just west of the Loop 101 on Indian Bend Road, the venue at Scottsdale Pavilions provides patrons easy access as well as a variety of retail and restaurant options surrounding the event.  Admission is $2 and parking is free.  Hours of the event are 10am to 5pm, Friday through Sunday.  Come enjoy this festival and share its romantic atmosphere with the one you love.

Sculpture Garden is Stage for Eagles

 The Third Annual Arizona Fine Art EXPO, a production of Thunderbird Artists, will be the exclusive setting for a wide-range collection of 100 world-class bronzes and monuments that are on display during the 10-week event in Scottsdale, Arizona.  Among these sculptures 30+ are serene flowing water fountains.  The Sculpture Garden and landscaping is sponsored by Dixileta Gardens of Scottsdale.  

 When it comes to eagles’ artist Jim Dodson, reveals his respect, admiration and knowledge demonstrated when he creates these large and powerful birds of prey.  Jim is a perfectionist and it shows in his bronzes titled “Freedom” with eagles feeding their babies.

 Jim Dodson puts the patina finish on his latest eagle which will premiere at the Arizona Fine Art EXPO Jan 11th.   Jim’s eagles will be on display everyday through March 25th.  The golden eagle is a large dark-brown eagle that has golden-brown feathers on its head and neck. It is found in mountainous areas of the northern hemisphere. The latin name is Aquila chrysaetos.  This powerful bird of prey has a large broad wingspan which hunts by day and is noted for its keen eyesight and majestic soaring flight.    

The Arizona Fine Art EXPO is a unique event that showcases juried artists applying their artistic talents in a working studio environment, giving attendees unprecedented access to some of the world’s most gifted designers, painters, welders, glass blowers, sketch artists and sculptors. Enhancing the garden experience is the Café de EXPO with their cuisine hosted by Chompie’s New York-style Deli this new season.  Patrons can eat indoors or wander outside and sit under festive red umbrellas surrounded by fabulous sculptures while enjoying that special ambiance that the Arizona Fine Art EXPO is famous for.

 Among the skills highlighted in the Sculpture Garden’s working cabanas will be glass blowing by master glass blowers, Bruce Freund (left) and Lucy Chamberlain (below).  Check the website for times and dates www.arizonafineartexpo.com. Jess Davila carves and polishes his alabaster sculpture.  The smaller sculptures are placed inside the EXPO and the larger pieces go out in the sculpture garden. 

 “The working cabanas sponsored by Peerless Event Partners will provide a rare opportunity for patrons to view world-class artists in their own studio-like setting,” said Judi Combs, president of Thunderbird Artists and CEO of the Arizona Fine Art EXPO. “Whether it’s watching the glowing orange red sparks from the metals in action, a gather of glass majestically transformed into fine sculpture, or the sculpting of raw stone into dramatic sculptures, there’s sure to be a demonstration for just about any artistic interest.” 

"Popular Local Artist Featured at Exclusive Showing"
  

Creative Corners frame store in Anthem is hosting a one-woman exhibit of original oil paintings by the award-winning local artist, Renee Palmer-Jones, on Saturday, February 10. Third in a series of exclusive and intimate art shows by top area artists, this event highlights the best of local artistry at the exciting new frame shop. Renee Palmer-Jones‚ artwork is an astonishing mix of large, contemporary Native American portraits and European realism in soft, impressionistic landscapes. Palmer-Jones even creates vibrant abstracts with translucent oil paint on mammoth canvas.

 Be sure to mark your calendars for this one-day only show. Hours of exhibition are Saturday, February 10th, from 3-7 p.m. Complimentary wine and cheese will be served for adult patrons. A 15% discount on all frame orders placed during the show with the purchase of an unframed original or print will be given by Creative Corners owner, John Winchell.

 Creative Corners is located at 3668 W. Anthem Way, in Anthem, on the north side, adjacent to Tutor Time childcare center. Phone 623-551-6444 for further information or to speak with John Winchell. Visit Renee Palmer-Jones‚ website for a sneak peek at some of the new artwork that will be available at the show: www.rpjfineart.com .

"Free Mounted Shooting Workshop"
  Picture courtesy of ACMSA(las)

 Arizona Cowboy Mounted Shooters Association, ACMSA, is presenting a free mounted shooting workshop for beginners who have never participated in a mounted shooting event on February 10, 2007 at Larkyn Memorial Arena in New River, Arizona.  Registration begins at 8:30 and the workshop starts at 9:00 a.m. sharp.  The workshop will last about 2 to 3 hours.  Information and a signup link can be found at acmsa.com.  Updates and any changes necessitated by weather can also be found there.

 Robert Morris, the workshop manager, said “ACMSA is sponsoring this workshop to bring new people into mounted shooting.  I personally could not even ride when I saw my first mounted shooting event and decided to get started.   I want others to experience the fun and sense of accomplishment that I feel a couple of years later”.

 The program features Cave Creek’s own 2005 World Champion, Annie Bianco-Ellett, and New River’s 2006 Arizona State Champion, Dan Byrd.  Prospective mounted shooters can either bring a horse to ride or audit from the ground without a horse.   The purpose of the workshop is to provide information, advice and contacts to people of any age or ability who want to get started in this fun sport that celebrates the Old West.

 Attendees with horses will be able to ride their personal horses at a safe speed and receive tips on how to train the horse and horsemanship.  Information on local trainers and shooting practices will be available.  Attendees will not be shooting at this workshop.

 Attendees without horses will be provided practical advice on finding a horse and training themselves and that horse.  Just bring your cowboy hat!  ACMSA has many members who started with just a cowboy hat and a desire to learn.  By learning to ride and getting a safe horse, many of our beginner members were able to participate and advance while having a lot of fun.  

 Any prospective mounted shooter will find a supportive and non-competitive atmosphere when starting.  There are about 32 different classes split by gender, age and ability which allow everyone to compete against others at the same level.  New participants often remark on how welcoming and friendly this sport is.

 Cowboy Mounted Shooting uses blank ammunition in the famous Old West Colt Single Action Peacemaker.  The ammunition is used to break balloons on a timed course.  There is no bullet, just a crimped case filled with black powder.  The unburned black powder exits the barrel and will break a balloon to about a 20 foot range.  Plus, participants wear either 1880s or Silver Screen clothing to add a sense of history and fun.  We play Cowboy with real clothes, horses and revolvers (but blank ammunition)!

 Subjects covered will be safety, horse selection, practice and training venues, revolvers, course management and horsemanship.  Participants should leave with all the information they need to get started with Cowboy Mounted Shooting.

 Annie Bianco-Ellett has won too many titles to count.  In addition to being the top female competitor, she has also brought many new riders into this sport.  She holds individual and “boot camp” training sessions locally.  She is national spokeswoman for Cowboy Mounted Shooting.  She will demonstrate and work with participants on technique, course management and equipment.

 Dan Byrd has a background in rodeo, polo and horse training.  Since starting just a couple of years ago he has quickly advanced to one of the top shooters in the state and nation.  He trains shooting horses as a profession and has supplied many match ready horses to the sport.  He trains out of New River and Desert Hills, Arizona.  Dan will work with participants on horse selection, horse training, and horsemanship. 

This free workshop will have a limited number of participants.  Please signup by going to www.acmsa.com   as soon as possible.  Email is being used for signups, but a spot can also be reserved via telephone at 480-563-9015.  Contact:  Robert Morris:  480-563-9015, Robert@jmphotoart.com

 

Phoenix Coyotes Build-A-Bear
The Phoenix Coyotes announced that they will be donating the Beary Limited Edition Phoenix Coyotes Build-A-Bear to children at the Banner Children’s Hospital Banner Desert Medical Center at 1400 S. Dobson Road, Mesa. The limited edition bears feature a Phoenix Coyotes necktie and embroidered Coyotes logo on the left foot of the bear. Howler, the Phoenix Coyotes mascot; members of the Coyotes dance team, The Pack; Bearamy, the Build-A-Bear mascot; along with representatives from Banner Medical Center and the Phoenix Coyotes delivered the one-of-a-kind giveaway bears to children receiving medical care at the hospital.
 

PHOENIX COYOTES PACK DANCERS
TO HOLD SECOND DANCE CLINIC
Saturday March 10^th, 9:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.

The Phoenix Coyotes announced the Pack Dance Squad will hold its second Dance Clinic of the season Saturday, March 10^th from 9:30 A.M. until 3:00 P.M. at Jobing.com Arena

 Pack Director, and five-time NBA dancer, Kari Herrick and the Pack dancers will be there to give instruction. The clinic is open to dancers ages 7-18 and is limited to the first 200 registrants.This is a unique, fun-filled experience for dancers to learn new and exciting dance moves. During the clinic, dancers will receive professional instruction and choreography from the Coyotes Pack Dancers, a buffet lunch, a special autograph session with the Pack Dancers, a clinic T-shirt and a Q & A segment with the dancers as well.Following the clinic, the dancers will perform with the Pack Dancers before the puck-drop of the Coyotes game versus the Chicago Blackhawks that night at 7:00 P.M. The Clinic costs $99 for an upper level package which includes four upper level tickets to the game that night accompanied with 4 hot dogs, 4 sodas, and 4 hats. There is also a lower level package for $125 that includes the same items but the tickets are on the lower level.The clinic is open to all ranges of dancing ability, from beginner to advanced.

 To register, dancers can go to www.phoenixcoyotes.com, call Nicole Haase at 623.772.3238 or e-mail her at Nicole.Haase@phoenixcoyotes.com

DESIGN MASTER CREATES BEAUTIFUL BUT THOUGHTFUL ENVIROMENTS FOR BOOMERS  From her 35 years of interior design experience, Joanne Astor knows that comfort and beauty do not need to be sacrificed for functionality. Many of her clients are what she calls “boomer consumers” who are eager to simplify, streamline or downsize. In other words, they want easy, cost-effective maintenance so they can travel and pursue interests they postponed as they were raising families or climbing the corporate ladder. Others want to maintain their lifestyle while caring for a live-in parent. Some are, or will be, faced with their own restricted mobility or other health issues.

 According to the Census Bureau, a whopping 76 million boomers represent 26% of the country’s population. They are also the wealthiest generation in history. As they turn 60, those leading the boomer generation are facing retirement and other aging issues with different priorities and goals. Rather than looking forward with dread, the boomers are looking at choices from a new perspective – including how and where they will live.

 According to Joanne, “Many opt to stay in and redecorate the homes they love while others decide to downsize to a condo or smaller home. Whatever the scenario, a little anticipation and thoughtful planning can deliver big doses of freedom and peace of mind, knowing they can stay put for years to come – with style, luxury and a strong sense of romance. Practical and affordable choices can be beautiful choices.”

 In working with her clients, Joanne has researched and discovered a myriad of products and ways to adapt to her clientele’s changing needs as they enter a new phase of life. Three examples are:

 Flooring – softer, more forgiving, washable, maneuverable products are now available. Also important are carpets that do not have formaldehyde backing, the byproducts of which cause allergies, headache, and tearing of the eyes.

 Lighting – more properly placed task and ambient lighting, raised electrical outlets, all customized to changes in agility, vision and skin tones.

 Sleeper sofas – these used to be notoriously uncomfortable, but now mattresses are available that are much thicker (12” vs. the customary 3-to-5”). Joanne uses the very few companies that excel in this new comfort level in sleeping sofas. These are great for  guests, service people, partners, spouses, with the added benefit that they are changeable, portable and adaptable as needed.

 As she consults with her clients, Joanne leads them through all of these options and more, anticipating how they can plan for their future needs while making their home a beautiful, personalized sanctuary.

 In addition to her full-service interior design company, Joanne is an artist – jewelry designer, sculptor, weaver – who brings a unique artistic perspective to creating dynamic home and business environments. Having been in the business for over 35 years, living in Mallorca, England, Ecuador, Mexico, New York and Arizona, Joanne brings a rare depth of design knowledge and the experience to orchestrate a host of skillful resources to bring her visions to life. As a holistic designer, her innate sense of a client’s unspoken needs and her bold use of color set her designs apart.

 Joanne’s expertise has been published in The Valley News (New Hampshire and Vermont), Upper Valley Magazine (New Hampshire and Vermont), Ultima Hora (Mallorca), and the Jewish News (Phoenix). The latter article focused on the Art of Feng Shui, which Joanne has used in her home designs since the 1970s.

 privada leads green building revolution
luxury Homes’ Green Design Boast Environmentally Friendly Features

 Monarch Communities, LLC and SCS Advisors, Inc. are incorporating the latest environmentally friendly materials and techniques in the exclusive Privada community in North Scottsdale. In addition to offering luxury and a prime location in the foothills of Pinnacle Peak, the residences at Privada are designed in accordance with the City of Scottsdale’s “Green Building” program.

 Privada’s “green” design and top-of-the-line amenities surpass both buyer expectations and environmental standards, creating a win-win situation for homeowners and the environments in which they live.  This symbiotic relationship creates homes that are cost-efficient and energy-efficient, while reducing environmental stresses and demands.   

“Green building doesn’t have to be an extravagant expense,” said developer Peter Burger of Monarch Communities.  “Privada’s green design implements minimal costs that effectively produce great returns for homeowners in terms of utility bills, overall energy efficiency and home aesthetic.  It’s great to be part of a project that is bettering the community and the environment as well as supporting producers of green materials.”

 Privada’s environmentally responsible design is achieved through subtle differences in the construction process.  High-energy sealants and double-framed walls combat heat penetration in the summer and heat loss in the winter, while deep recessed windows are not only aesthetically pleasing but architecturally equipped to increase thermal values throughout the homes. These features also improve indoor air quality and give Privada’s interiors a warmer, richer feel.  

 Privada’s ecologically sensitive design not only creates a healthier, enhanced quality of life for residents but also complements Pinnacle Peak’s pristine environment.  The clean, crisp air surrounding the foothills retreat will be preserved through the use of natural gas heaters and appliances that effectively reduce the production of carbon dioxide and greenhouse gases.  The unnecessary waste of water is eliminated at Privada. Insulated re-circulating pumps provide hot water on demand, effectively reducing time spent waiting for hot showers or warm baths. Privada’s Xeriscaped yards and desert-friendly landscaping require minimal amounts of water to maintain their verdant appearance, substantially reducing environmental impact to the surrounding desert and limiting the depletion of a vital natural resource.

 Playing an integral role in Scottsdale’s goal for sustainable development, Privada has successfully created cost- and energy-efficient homes that remain true to the natural beauty and awe-inspiring grandeur of Pinnacle Peak.  Monarch Communities and SCS Advisors have also kept the future of green building in mind by designing Privada so green components and new technologies can be added at the homeowners’ discretion. 

  While ground has been broken on two model homes at Privada, the infrastructure at the exclusive desert enclave has already been completed, including the gatehouse, streets, water and electricity.  Privada’s luxury residences will start at $1.35 million.  Coldwell Banker Residential will handle the sales of Privada.  For more information, please contact Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage at 480-473-7711 or visit www.privadapinnaclepeak.com.
Privada is a prestigious community located in the heart of Pinnacle Peak next to the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale and in close proximity to luxury shopping, dining and a number of award-winning golf clubs. Privada’s luxury homes are available in two floor plans. In addition, the community boasts custom homesites with stunning views. For more information, please contact 480-473-7711 or visit www.privadapinnaclepeak.com

 Ballet Arizona presents Coppélia!

The joyous romantic comedy of Coppélia to grace the stage February 16th-18th presented by Ballet Arizona and with live musical accompaniment by The Phoenix Symphony.

Ballet Arizona to follow The Nutcracker with another family favorite, Coppélia. Part fantasy, part love story, and part comedy, Coppélia is the enchanting tale of a toymaker who attempts to bring life to his beautiful doll Coppélia. Similar in spirit to The Nutcracker, Coppélia is a family-friendly production, and one of the most delightful and best-known comedic ballets that has entertained audiences of all ages around the world for over a century.

 “I’m thrilled to bring Coppélia back to the stage,” states Ballet Arizona Artistic Director Ib Andersen, “It has such a wonderful score by Delibes and overall is a very uplifting piece. It is very comical, yet romantic at the same time.”

 Coppélia was first presented at the Théâtre Impérial de l’Opéra in Paris on May 25th, 1870 and choreographed by Arthur Satin-Léon. The story of Coppélia is taken from a short story, “Der Sandmann”, by E.T. A. Hoffmann (1776-1822). Coppélia represents the first “feminist” ballet, breaking the romantic tradition of portraying the female heroine as an otherworldly creature and replacing her with a witty, earthy woman, Swanilda, who knows how to get her way.  The conflict between idealism and realism is inherent throughout the story and Coppélia has long remained one of the jewels of classical ballet repertoire.

 As part of Ballet Arizona’s ongoing commitment to education, over 2000 students from schools throughout the Valley are expected to attend the November 2 Student Matinee, which includes a post-performance question-and-answer session between dancers and the students.

 The following special opportunities are also being offered for audience members and the public to learn and experience more surrounding Ballet Arizona’s presentation of Coppélia:

 FREE Open Studio Rehearsal: To catch a behind the scenes look at Coppélia, Ballet Arizona is holding a free open studio rehearsal, which is open to the public. Saturday, February 3rd from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Ballet Arizona Studios (3645 East Indian School Road, in Phoenix - on the corner of 36th Street and Indian School Road in the Gaslight Square Shopping Center).

 Pre-performance Chat: To provide background information, firsthand knowledge, and to discuss the ballet itself, Artistic Director Ib Andersen will participate in pre-performance chats prior to every performance. Each chat will begin 45 minutes prior to curtain time, and is free to all ticket holders to that performance.  A short question and answer session will be included.

 Tickets are available at Ballet Arizona Box Office, 602-381-1096, Ticketmaster: 480-784-4444 or in person Ballet Arizona Box Office 3645 East Indian School Road Phoenix. For more information check out www.balletaz.org  or www.ticketmaster.com 

 Ballet Arizona Gives Back to the Community

 Ballet Arizona’s Community & Education programs  reach record numbers during the 2006-07 season. 

Since it’s inception in 1986, Ballet Arizona has been providing Student Matinee performances for students around the state and is in its 7th year of offering “Community Angel Night” performances for underprivileged youth and families.  This year, with the premiere of Ib Andersen’s all new The Nutcracker, Ballet Arizona’s Education & Community Programs have experienced more sold-out performances than ever.

 Both Student Matinee performances for The Nutcracker as well as the “Nutcracker Angel Night” opened to packed houses this season.  Additionally, more than eight schools, representing 600 students, were waitlisted for the Student Matinee performances and 14 organizations, representing nearly 600 attendees, were on the waitlist for the “Nutcracker Angel Night” performance.

 “We were absolutely thrilled with the outcome for both Nutcracker Student Matinees and the Angel Night performance.  It is great to be a part of an organization that continues to give back more and more each year and to continually see such strong interest in our programs,” states Ballet Arizona’s Education & Community Relations Manager Aaron Rinsema.  “We look forward to our upcoming events and anticipate the outcome to be just as successful.”  

Each year, 9,000 students (grades K-12) from across the Valley and state of Arizona participate in 60-minute daytime Student Matinee performances designed to introduce the exciting world of dance and ballet.  This season, some schools are traveling as far as 145 miles away to participate, including schools from Anthem, Buckeye, Casa Grande, Flagstaff, Sun City, and many more.  The upcoming student matinee for Coppélia, at 10:30 am on February 15, is almost sold out, but there are seats still available for the Mixed Repertory 10:30 am Student Matinee on April 12, 2007. 

 Ballet Arizona is currently preparing for a second “Community Angel Night” performance this season, scheduled for February 15, 2007.  Having begun in 2000 as "Nutcracker Angel Night", this event was a broad-based community effort to share a unique, live performance of Ballet Arizona's The Nutcracker with especially deserving children and families. Due to the overwhelming success of the program, Ballet Arizona has added this additional performance and opportunity for children and families served by social service agencies to experience live ballet for free.

 This season, Ballet Arizona will partner with more than 100 family and children’s service agencies from throughout the Valley and State (including those that operate juvenile group homes, offer behavioral health and child welfare services, meet the needs of abused, neglected and abandoned children, and offer foster care and adoption) to invite over 5,000 children and their families served by these agencies to attend these special free performances of ballet.  

To get more information about Ballet Arizona’s Student Matinees, to sponsor a child or family for the “Coppélia Angel Night”, or to find out more about the exciting Education & Community Programs that Ballet Arizona offers, please call 602-343-6517 or go to www.balletaz.org .

Benefit Concert Announcement

 Join us for a spectacular evening of Broadway favorites and soulful standards by some of America's most beloved composers.

 Dubbed “the last leading man” by The New York Times, Brian Stokes Mitchell has been enjoying a spectacular career that spans Tony Award-winning performances on Broadway, a multitude of television and film appearances, to performing at our Nation's capital. His Broadway career includes the starring role of Don Quixote in Man of La Mancha, for which he received a Tony Nomination and the Helen Hayes Award.

 For information on the special Performance Package tickets, please call the Center's box office at 480-994-ARTS (2787). For Directors and Producers Package tickets, including table sponsorship, please call Michelle Kaps at 480-874-4662. Proceeds from this event benefit Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts' arts education and outreach programs.

Guiding the Gifted Child with Dr. James T. Webb

 Guiding the Gifted Child with Dr. James T. Webb will be held Tuesday, February 27th from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Sandra Day O’Connor High School, Glendale. Sponsored by the Deer Valley Association for the Gifted & Talented, the program is open to parents of as well those who work with gifted K-12 students. There is a $5 per person charge for non-DVAGT members, current DVAGT members can attend for free. For more information on this meeting or DVAGT contact Ronda Seifert, President at 623-434-4268 rondaseifert@cox.ne , or Stefanie Jacobs, Vice-President 623-680-9285, stef_holden@yahoo.com .

 James T. Webb, Ph.D., ABPP-CL, has been recognized as one of the 25 most influential psychologists nationally on gifted education.  In 1981, Dr. Webb established SENG (Supporting Emotional Needs of Gifted Children, Inc.), a national nonprofit organization that provides information, training, conferences and workshops, and he remains on its Board of Directors as Director Emeritus.  A frequent keynote and workshop speaker at state and national conventions, Dr. Webb, a licensed psychologist, is board certified as a Diplomate in Clinical Psychology.

 Dr. Webb is the lead author of five books, three of which have won awards, and two of which have just been published.

• Guiding the Gifted Child: A Practical Source for Parents and Teachers

• Grandparents’ Guide to Gifted Children

• Misdiagnosis and Dual Diagnoses of Gifted Children and Adults: ADHD, Bipolar, OCD, Asperger’s, Depression, and Other Disorders

• Gifted Parent Groups: The SENG Model (New)

• A Parent’s Guide to Gifted Children (New)

 Guiding the Gifted Child won the National Media Award of the American Psychological Association as the best book for "significantly contributing to the understanding of the unique, sensitive, emotional needs of exceptional children.” This book, which has sold over 120,000 copies, has been translated into several languages. Dr. Webb’s Gifted Parent Groups: The SENG-Model has also been widely adopted, and has been successfully implemented throughout the U.S. and in several other countries. Dr. Webb has written over 60 professional publications, twelve books, and many research papers for psychology conventions or conferences regarding gifted and talented children.

Foothills Film Society Event

 The Foothills Film Society, will be showing the movie listed below at 7 P.M. at the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center, 33606 N. 60th Street, 1/2 mile south of Carefree Highway. There will be a ticket price of $9.00 per person at the door. A different commentator each evening will introduce the film, and take questions and comments from the floor after the screening. Dessert and coffee will end the evening. For further info or season tickets please call the Foothills Community Foundation at 480-488-1090, or Andrea at 623-551-8193.   Monday, February 5th, 2007, Monsoon Wedding India/USA/France/Italy/Germany 2001 Golden Globes nominated for Best Foreign Language Film

 There is excitement in the Delhi-based Verma family, as their daughter, Aditi, is about to get married. An Indian wedding is a multi-day affair, as much a family reunion as a nuptial. Even  more than in the US, it is an excuse for a lavish and extravagant family get-together. The story that surrounds the arrangements and the wedding is set in the modern upper-middle class of India, where telecommunications and a western lifestyle mix with old traditions, like the arranged wedding young Aditi accepts when she ends the affair with a married TV producer. The groom is an Indian living in Houston, Texas, and relatives from both families, some from distant places like Australia, come to New Delhi during the monsoon season to attend the wedding. The arrival of family members gives rise to several plotlines involving sex, family secrets, or both. There are heartbreaks and there are people falling in love. Some of the subjects covered are probably near taboo for Indian films. The four-day arrangements and celebrations will see clumsy organization, family parties and drama, dangers to the happy end of the wedding, lots of music and even a new romance for the wedding planner Dubey with the housemaid Alice.

How do you know it's a stroke?

by Sharon Siewert, RN, BS, CCRN, Director of Neurosciences John C. Lincoln Hospitals

 With all the recent attention on strokes in wake of the health of U.S. Senator Tim Johnson from South Dakota, we thought it would be useful to let people know how to recognize a stroke.  Rapid medical care can make the difference between a lifetime of disability and a good recovery.

 A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is disrupted.  This can be caused by a blood clot or by a burst blood vessel, either of which impairs the brain’s ability to function. Think of a stroke as a “brain attack.”

 We all know how important it is to get immediate treatment for a heart attack. We need to understand it’s equally important to get immediate treatment for a brain attack.

 Strokes are the third most prevalent cause of death, the leading cause of adult disability and affect 700,000 Americans every year. Rapid medical treatment — started less than 3 hours after onset of symptoms — can save many stroke patients from a lifetime of disability.

 That makes knowing a stroke’s signs and symptoms critically important.

 Think “FAST.”  

(F) Face: Does it droop on one side? Can the patient smile and show all teeth?

(A) Arms: Are they equally strong? Can the patient raise both arms and hold them up?

(S) Speech: Is it slurred or garbled? Can the patient speak normal sentences?

(T) Time: Don't waste it!  If the patient has any symptoms of stroke, call 9-1-1 immediately!

 Who is at risk for a stroke?  

• Anyone who has had a “mini-stroke,” the temporary loss of ability to speak or paralysis on one side of the body.

• Those who've had mini-strokes are at high risk for a major brain attack.

• Anyone who has high blood pressure

• Anyone who is diabetic

• •nyone who smokes  

Remember: If medical treatment can be started in time, within three hours of the onset of symptoms, a “brain attack” patient has a much better chance of a good outcome. Do not hesitate to call 9-1-1.

Items to Consider When we begin looking for a home
from David B. Moore

When we begin looking for a home, we often get wrapped up in the important details like style, the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, and square footage. But we don't always consider the quality of life issues that may impact our ability to enjoy the home. Here are some other things you should keep in mind:

•  Transportation is an important consideration that's often overlooked. Consider traffic jams and gas prices, and assess public transportation options and commute times.

• Public safety has loomed larger as a factor in our quality of life. Proximity to police, fire and emergency medical services has become more important.

• Off-street parking is a factor in many areas. Is there a garage? How many cars will it hold? Is there parking available when you have guests or entertain?

• Recreational facilities such as playgrounds, parks, and pools are important to many people. Are they nearby? Is there a fee for these amenities?

• Be realistic. There are no perfect homes. Decide what's most important to you, and make sure you find a home that has the essential features that you require. Be prepared to compromise on some of the items on your wish list.

• Buying a home is much more permanent than renting. Purchase a home that you are prepared to keep for a while. Select a home that will be reasonable to maintain, in terms of both utilities and repairs.

• These are just a few of the things to think about as you choose a new home. When you're ready to purchase a home, I'll be happy to answer any questions about the area and help you find a house that truly feels like a home to you.

 David B. Moore 50 States Realty(602) 944-2211 Direct (866) 677-7805 Toll Free Direct David@YourDreamHome.com, www.YourDreamHome.com

 Junior League Gift Mart raises $100,000
 The Junior League of Phoenix annual Gift Mart wrapped up this month, raising $100,000 for its community programs. In addition, the annual award luncheon included its first ever Valley Impact award for demonstrated leadership and voluntarism. Details follow.

 The Junior League of Phoenix announced that its recent 26th Annual Gift Mart shopping extravaganza, held at The Scottsdale Conference Resort during the first weekend of December, raised nearly $100,000 for its community programs. Over 4,000 people attended the event to browse from the specialty boutique vendors for one-of-a-kind gift ideas.

 The annual Benefit Awards Luncheon and Auction presented by philosophy featured the first ever Junior League of Phoenix Valley Impact award, recognizing women in the community committed to voluntarism and leadership. The award was presented to Abbie S. Fink, Vice President/General Manager of HMA Public Relations. Abbie embodied the spirit of the award, with her belief in Paying it Forward to help numerous people in the Valley. 

 Other finalists included Lydia A. Aranda, Vice President of Diverse Growth Segments for Wells Fargo and Andrea Katsenes, Director of Media Relations from Cox Communications. 

Money raised from the Gift Mart event will support The Junior League of Phoenix community programs, including Aid to the Adoption of Special Kids Fast Break Reading Program, The Junior League of Phoenix Foundation, Women Living Free, and St. Vincent DePaul Hearts and Hands Family Volunteering Days.

 The Junior League of Phoenix, Incorporated, is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Chartered in 1935, The Junior League of Phoenix is a non-profit organization that has invested millions in the community and contributes over 100,000 skilled volunteer hours annually.

KKNT adds SAFE MONEY MINUTE to Line-Up
 NewsTalk 960 KKNT announces the inclusion of The American Fortress Safe Money Minute with Steve Jurich to its daily programming schedule. Listeners can tune in at 7:30 am and 12:30 pm, Monday-Friday, to get financial advise from one of the Valley's premiere financial advisors.

 All of us know that investing is supposed to be simple, but we find a way to make it complicated. Steve Jurich, president of American Fortress Financial, knows how to keep your investments simple, your taxes down, and your money growing! Steve is an Accredited Asset Management Specialist with more than twenty years experience. He has helped hundreds of individuals, families, and business owners protect their life savings against the deadly threats of market risk, unnecessary fees, management expenses, income and estate taxes, and the biggest investment threat of all negative compounding. "Most advisors today just don't get it they don't understand that once you reach a certain age, you no longer want to risk your principal. Finally, after years of development, anyone with accumulated money they don't want to lose can make money when the market goes up, but not lose when the market falls guaranteed." Steve is an expert in IRA and 401k rollovers and specializes in helping mature men and women from 50 to 80 make more money, and keep more. Listen to him daily to learn:  

• How to make money when the market rises, yet not lose when it falls.

• How to double your money in less time by locking in your gains once they're made--and avoiding negative compounding.

• The right way to position your money for safety, yield, and liquidity!

• How to turn your IRA or 401k rollover into a family fortune.

• How to stop paying taxes on social security income.

• How to stop paying nagging advisor fees once and for all.

• How to sell your life insurance policy for far more than your cash value.

• Why some mature investors have stopped worrying about money and how you can too!

 If you're tired of playing the loser's game with your investments, listen to Steve he could save you and make you thousands! For more information on KKNT programming contact Shaun Holly, Director of Operations and Programming, by email at sholly@kknt960.com , or by phone at (602) 955-9600 ext 203.

Revolutionary New Product Attacks Fires Before They Can Destroy Homes and Lives
 Every year, the number of home fires rises dramatically at this time of year.  In hopes of reducing the number of tragedies, firefighters and news media across the nation step up their warnings to homeowners. But, what would happen if a fire started then went out before it could flash over to the rest of the house? Burnstop USA, LLC. recently introduced a simple, affordable flame retardant to the U.S. market, making that scenario a very real possibility. The revolutionary fire extinguishing and fire prevention solution represents a technological breakthrough in fire fighting that is long overdue.

 Burnstop is a completely non-toxic, environmentally, ozone and user-friendly, water-based spray-on liquid that has been successfully distributed in Europe for over 20 years, consistently putting out fires wherever it is used. The nearly odorless, colorless product, manufactured in Payson and Phoenix, Arizona and distributed in the U.S. by Burnstop USA, is available to the general public in both concentrated and ready-to-use forms with formulations for interior and exterior uses. Even highly diluted sprays of Burnstop have proven to be extremely effective in keeping fire from growing by quickly extinguishing its flames before they can spread or kill.  

In fire retardants, toxicity is a critical factor.  Federal laws for fire retardants will be changing in 2007 to require they be non-toxic. Currently, most products on the market are toxic. Burnstop is not.  With formulas that are uniquely different from any other product on the market, it is completely non-toxic and safe enough to use even on infants’ toys and clothing.  

Burnstop USA owners Steve and Judy Denzler, skeptical of the original developer’s claims for the product, conducted their own testing before purchasing the exclusive U.S. rights to the formulas.  In one test, they saturated two sets of tinder-dry wood roofing shingles in gasoline after treating one set with a light spray of Burnstop.  Placing the two samples side by side and in contact with one another, they then lit both pieces.  The untreated sample flared up and was completely incinerated while the fire on the Burnstop-treated sample extinguished itself almost immediately. Although the sample was blackened from the fire, the wood was essentially untouched. “Apply enough heat, and anything can catch fire,” commented Steve Denzler about the test, “but this often stops the fire completely. In a situation where every second counts, that is critical. It gives firefighters time to respond to save structures and lives.”

 Residents of Arizona’s pine forested Mogollon Rim area for much of the year, the Denzlers anxiously watched year after year as out-of-control summer wildfires destroyed homes and thousands of acres of forest around them. Burnstop was the solution they discovered when they sought a long-lasting, simple and effective way to protect their endangered home.  Having treated their home and adjoining landscaping with their own product, they now enjoy greater peace of mind when wildfires threaten.  It is a feeling they hope to give every person who uses Burnstop.

 For further information about Burnstop and Burnstop USA, contact Steve or Judy Denzler or Stephanie Cantu at 480-907-4620 or 866-900-BURN (2876), toll free, write to HC6, Box 1467, Payson, AZ  85541, or visit www.burnstopusa.com  .

 Wyatt Earp: A Life on the Frontier

 Wyatt Earp – the first in the quartet The Tombstone Saga is a personal account of the gunfights, gambling and rivalry of the late American Frontier.  An elderly Wyatt Earp, played by the current Wyatt Earp, a descendent of the original, discloses the events of his unique journey during his final days from Arizona to Alaska that made him a true American legend.  In a performance just hours north of the OK Corral in Tombstone, Arizona which was home to the infamous shoot-out between Earp and the notorious Clanton clan, the audience will be let in on secrets of the Wild West that Hollywood didn’t share.

 Wyatt Earp has been portraying his famous relative since 1996 when Wyatt Earp: Life on the Frontier premiered.  He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, but moved to Arizona in 1968.  Before entering in to the entertainment industry Wyatt worked as an insurance agent for over 35 years for the New York Life Insurance Company.  Currently, Wyatt is charter member of the Arizona Gunfighters, a historical reenactment troupe and Park Central Toastmasters.  He also serves on the Phoenix Downtown YMCA Board of Directors, coaches their swim program, and is the director for the YMCA Half Marathon, which is the oldest footrace in Arizona.  Other athletic endeavors include the completion of two Hawaiian Iron man triathlons, numerous marathons, and many long distance swimming events including Escape from Alcatraz.  

Unfortunately Terry Earp, author of The Tombstone Saga and wife of the contemporary Wyatt Earp was hit by an SUV while riding her bike with her husband and another friend in mid September.  She is currently in recovery at Craig Hospital in Colorado and will be unable to participate in the show with her husband, as previously planned.

Terry Tafoya Earp began her writing career in 1988 and has written over 35 plays, many of which have received awards both locally and nationally.  She was born and raised in Pueblo, Colorado, but has been a resident of Phoenix since 1971.  She attended Arizona State University and graduated with a Bachelors and Masters. Most of her early plays were comedies, but Terry wrote her first historically-based play, Wyatt Earp: A Life on the Frontier for her husband Wyatt.  After the success of that play, Terry followed-up in 1998 with The Gentleman Doc Holliday and Doc Holliday’s Woman Speaks, which became part of the Tombstone Saga.  The last in the quartet, Mrs. Wyatt Earp, was premiered in 2005.  Other recent projects include We Killed Our Own Snakes, In my Humble Opinion, and The Ghost of Ted DeGrazia.

 Wyatt Earp: Life on the Frontier has been performed allover the Southwest as well as in Scotland, Ireland, England, Alaska and aboard Cruise Ships since its premier in 1996.  The show was also performed for the American Studies Program at the University of Budapest, Hungary which was attended by the Cultural Attache’ in 2000.

 For further information call the ASU Kerr Cultural Center at (480) 596-2660.  Kerr’s box office is open weekdays between the hours of 10am-5pm, Saturday (October-April) 1-5pm and one hour prior to all ticketed events.  Student, senior and group rates are available for most events.  The Kerr Cultural Center, a facility of ASU Public Events, is handicapped accessible.

 The intimate adobe studio is located at 6110 N. Scottsdale Rd., which is off Rose Lane, west of Scottsdale Road, directly south of the Borgata of Scottsdale.  Tickets can also be purchased at ASU Gammage and through any Ticketmaster outlet.

 The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust Names Five Piper Fellows

Sabbaticals for Nonprofit Leaders Provide Professional Development, Renewal

 The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust at a reception on December 11th, 2006, awarded Piper Fellowships to five exemplary nonprofit leaders, who will participate in self-designed sabbaticals for professional development and renewal. The 2006 Piper Fellows are:

• Rob Crawford, Chief Executive Officer, Life Development Institute

• Michelle Mac Lennan, Assistant Manager, Chandler Center for the Arts 

• Milon F. Pitts, Client Services Director, Homeward Bound

• Marsha Porter, Executive Director, Crisis Nursery

• Keith A. Thompson, Executive Director/CEO, The Phoenix Shanti Group

 “Today’s nonprofit executives lead organizations that require the same strategic planning and agility that corporations demand,” said Judy Jolley Mohraz, president and CEO of the Piper Trust. “Through Piper Fellowships, nonprofit leaders can sit in the same seminars as national and international corporate leaders and explore best practices across the country.”

 In addition to annually providing up to $30,000 for a maximum of five fellowships, the Trust provides up to $10,000 to match new or increased professional development for each organization’s staff. The awards are intended to give professionals in the nonprofit field a minimum of one month to a maximum of two months work-release time plus expenses for study and travel.

 As CEO of the Life Development Institute for the last 24 years, Rob Crawford has responded to the immense community need for support services that allow young adults with learning disabilities to enhance their knowledge, skills and resources to live independently.

 Through his Piper Fellowship, Crawford will explore how to expand opportunities for independent living services through affordable housing alternatives. His fellowship will conclude with a strategic planning retreat with staff, board, community partners, current and former students, and parents.

 Michelle Mac Lennan joined the Chandler Center for the Arts in 1999 and in 2005 was named assistant manager, where she supervises more than 200 volunteers and a staff of 11. In addition to her duties at the center, Mac Lennan serves as vice president for the Chandler Cultural Foundation and is the liaison for the City of Chandler and Chandler Unified School District for facility scheduling.

 Through her Piper Fellowship, Mac Lennan seeks to enhance her leadership ability, expand her capacity for long-term planning and implement cutting-edge approaches to patron services and internal communications. Her sabbatical will include professional conferences, courses in strategic management and ethics at the ASU Center for Nonprofit Leadership and Management, a three-day communications seminar and an intensive course at the New York Film Academy.

 After working in several family support services positions at Homeward Bound, Milon F. Pitts in 2004 took over as director of client services, where he manages a staff of eight and oversees support services and programs that help families and children achieve economic independence and stability.  

During his sabbatical, Pitts plans to attend three workshops offered by the National Training Institute to enhance his leadership, interpersonal and strategic planning skills. Pitts also will participate in The Grantsmanship Center’s one-week training program, visit exemplary housing programs and attend a seminar about housing tax credits.

 Marsha Porter’s career in social work spans three decades in the Valley. After working for 18 years in various positions at the Arizona Department of Economic Security program, Porter joined Crisis Nursery as executive director in 1994. Since that time, Crisis Nursery has expanded their services to offer programs to children living at home with their parents and will be initiating a new program to recruit, train and supervise family foster homes in 2007.

 Through her fellowship, Porter plans to enhance her management skills through two courses at Harvard Business School. She will conduct four site visits to cities around the country that are revamping their child welfare systems and will use these experiences to develop strategies for Crisis Nursery’s future in Arizona’s child welfare system.

 As Phoenix Shanti Group’s executive director/CEO for the past four years, Keith A. Thompson has led the agency to expand its services, double its annual budget and increase the number of clients it serves. He is responsible for the fiscal, programmatic and development operations of the agency, which provides housing, education and direct client services to individuals, families and loved ones infected with and affected by HIV/AIDS. Thompson also served as executive director of TERROS Behavioral Health Services for five years. 

To better understand how to serve the changing needs of people who are HIV positive or living with AIDS – especially the special medical and psycho-social needs presented by a growing aging HIV positive population – Thompson plans to spend three weeks visiting AIDS agencies in several West Coast cities. He also will participate in a 10-day Georgetown University Nonprofit Management Program followed by visits to several best practice agencies in the Washington, D.C., area. He will end his fellowship with a week of reflection in Southern Pennsylvania.

 For more information about the Piper Fellows program or details about any of the recipients, please visit the Leadership Development section of the Web site, www.pipertrust.org.

Tick, Tock… Outlets at Anthem Has Moved Their Shopping Hours in 2007!

 For all of those early risers that require a stop at their favorite coffee shop prior to hitting the malls; Outlets at Anthem has moved their shopping hours one hour later Monday through Saturday and extending hours on Sundays as of January 2nd, 2007. The new hours on Monday through Saturday will be 10 am to 8 pm. The new hours on Sunday will be 10 am to 7 pm. 

This change of hours will allow even the busiest of shoppers to take time to make the short trip to Outlets at Anthem. With the new Children’s Playground, and dining terrace, more than 75 brand name stores with 30% -70% off retail prices and one of the best restrooms in Phoenix, there is always a reason to stop by and see what Outlets of Anthem has to offer. Outlets at Anthem is located on I-17 just 10 minutes north of Loop 101 to Anthem Way exit 229.  For more information call 623-465-9500 or visit our website at www.outletsanthem.com

First Time In The Valley Since Hurricane Katrina!

 Once more, with great pleasure, Southwest Arts & Entertainment will host the most acclaimed, accomplished and just plain fun New Orleans jazz combo, The Preservation Hall Jazz Band in Phoenix. If you'd like to hear Bill Bailey, Tin Roof Blues and Tiger Rag if you have some favorite old classic from New Orleans that you can't hear anywhere else, bring your spouse, friends, kids, grandmother plus your umbrella and come enjoy. (umbrella?)  

Preservation Hall is a real place, a must-see for any visitor to New Orleans. Among the jazz lovers who flock to the place are young musicians from all over the world who come to learn how to play New Orleans Jazz music that will live through these disciples when the great originators now playing are gone. For four months out of every year these musicians leave New Orleans and tour throughout the U.S. and the world. This performance will be the first time the group has played in the Valley since Hurricane Katrina.

 In November 2006 Preservation Hall Jazz Band was one of the recipients selected by the White House to receive the 2006 national medals of the arts and humanities awards. "Glistens With Zest & Joy" says the New York Times. "The tradition of New Orleans Jazz championed by the Preservation Hall Jazz Band has to be the purest musical expression of the melting pot‚ idea Preservation Hall Jazz Band defines that other characteristically American attribute: where talent reigns, anything goes." (Los Angeles Times)

 Here is a century-old music on piano, bass, drums and banjo, blending with trombone, trumpet and clarinet. It's as American as baseball. Musicians on stage have that communication with each other that is the mark of the most talented and experienced musicians when they jam. Be surprised if you expect that only "old guys" play this jazz the ages of this group range from 34 to 85, all masters of their instruments and their music.  

Mark your calander for Saturday, February 17th, 2007 at 8:00 P.M. at the Orpheum Theatre, 203 West Adams, Downtown. Ticket prices are $28.00 & $24.00 with discounts for seniors, children and students. Tickets are available at the Orpheum Theatre Box Office by calling 602-262-7272, online at www.ticketsmaster.com  or also by calling 480-784-4444.

QB Kurt Warner Wins Ed Block Courage Award 
Quarterback Kurt Warner has been named the Arizona Cardinals winner of the Ed Block Courage Award, given to the player who best exemplifies the principals of sportsmanship and courage in the face of adversity.

 In his second season with the Cardinals, Warner opened the year as the team’s starting quarterback. After four games, Arizona handed the reins to rookie Matt Leinart but Warner remained the consummate teammate and has been instrumental in the development of the young QB. Warner will start this weekend at San Diego in place of the injured Leinart in the final game of the 2006 season.

He is also one of the most active and charitable players in the community, volunteering his time for youths around the Valley and having an active role in Arizona through his “First Things First” foundation.

 The Ed Block Courage Award is given out each year in a vote by teammates to one player on each of the 32 NFL teams. Other winners from around the NFL include Jerome McDougle of Philadelphia, Deuce McAllister of New Orleans, Ken Hamlin of Seattle, Rex Grossman of Chicago and Carson Palmer of Cincinnati.

 Recipients from all 32 NFL teams will receive the honor at the 29th Annual Ed Block Courage Awards on March 20th, 2007 in Baltimore, MD. All proceeds from the event in March benefit the Foundation's Courage House National Support Network.  

The award is named after Ed Block, the former head athletic trainer of the Baltimore Colts. For 23 years, Block was a pioneer in his profession and a respected humanitarian whose most passionate cause was helping children of abuse.

 Arizona snowfalls indicate low springtime water supplies
Winter drought has resurfaced in Arizona. Abnormal dryness has developed and precipitation in November and December has been less than 50 percent of normal across the north central mountain watersheds. Scientists from Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) measure snowpack in Arizona's mountain watershed areas throughout the winter to forecast and track the state's surface water supplies for next year. Last year the state experienced the biggest shortfall of winter precipitation since the agency began measuring snowpack in the 1930s. This year the National Weather Service expects temporary relief from the long-term drought as a result of the on-going El Nino. Chief meteorologist Tony Haffer said precipitation from the El Nino should occur between mid-January through March and predicts above-normal precipitation for the three-month period. "Even so, a few months of above average snowfall may not bring us up to normal water levels, and it won't end the drought," he added.

Preliminary data from high elevation monitoring stations show that snowpack levels are 33 percent of average over the Grand Canyon basin, 38 percent of average over the Salt River basin, 40 percent of average over the Verde River basin, and 40 percent of average over the San Francisco-Upper Gila River basin. The Little Colorado River basin snowpack stands at 41 percent of average as of Jan. I. In the Chuska Mountains on the Navajo Nation, snowpack levels are 41 percent of average, while on the Defiance Plateau, snowpack levels were monitored at 31 percent of average.

Cave Creek Museum 2007 February Author Series
Dates and speakers have been continued.

February 10, 2007 Robert Mason Mr. Mason will cull some of the stories from his three books and lead the audience through his research and subject matter answering questions about local lure. Books by Robert Mason: Verde Valley Lore More Verde Valley Lore The Burning, A Powerful Saga of Irish Famine, The Civil War and Arizona Pioneering. Based on the True Story of Annie and Patrick White

February 17,2007 Frances C. Carlson Ms. Carlson will give a presentation about the history of Cave Creek and Carefree as told in her book. Some of the area's more notable residents, events and landmarks will be discussed. As a value-added extra, Ms. Carlson and a representative of the Arizona Book Publisher's Association will provide information about publishing your own work. Books by Frances Carlson: Cave Creek and Carefree, Arizona, A History of the Desert Foothills

February 24, 2007 Marshall Trimble Arizona's Historian Marshal Trimble will present tales of the Southwest with a historical perspective and a balladeer's sense of drama and irony. Known as the "Will Rogers of Arizona', some of Trimble's most noted and loved books are: Never Give a Heifer a Bum Steer; It Always Rains After a Dry Spell; The Law of The Gun; Roadside History of Arizona; Arizoniana; Stories from Old Arizona; and many more.

All programs will be offered on Saturday afternoon between the hours of 2:00 - 3:30 p.rn. and include a book signing opportunity. A reception will follow allowing attendees to mingle with presenters and enjoy a light refreshment.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Programs & Events
PATIENT SERVICES
Information Resource Center The Information Resource Center (IRC) provides information and resources useful to patients, their families and health care professionals, and is staffed by master's level oncology social workers, nurses and health educators. Call the Information Resource Center toll-free at (800) 9554572 Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., ET or email to infocenter@lls.org .

Teleconferences & Web casts The Society sponsors teleconferences and Web casts for patients and caregivers and health care professionals on leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma and survivorship issues. A calendar of these free events, and archives of past events, are available in the "National Education Workshops" section of Society's Web site, www.LLS.org .

Educational Materials An extensive collection of educational materials is offered free-of-charge to patients and health care professionals. Many materials are also available to view and download on the Society's Web site at www.LLS.org . Downloadable materials are available in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese.

Educational Programs The Patient Educational Programs that will be conducted this year include:
Meet the Expert on Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Paving the Way of Progress: Clinical Trials in Blood Cancers Breaking Through the Age Barrier: Getting the Best Cancer Treatment Exploring Myeloma Welcome Back, Facilitating the Return to Schoolfor Children with Cancer Cancer: Keys to Survivorship (communication with healthcare providers; employment rights; health insurance issues)

The Professional Educational Programs that will be conducted this year include:
CML Issues & Insights for Oncology Nurses

Family Support Groups In Arizona, there are 6 Family Support Groups throughout the Valley, including Tucson. Groups are guided by two volunteer oncology health professionals, and provide information and support, and encourage greater communication among patients, families, friends and health care professionals.

First Connection First Connection links newly diagnosed patients to a peer volunteer who has experienced a similar diagnosis. A trained patient-volunteer currently in remission phones (or visits) the new patient to share information and support.

Patient Financial Aid Program For more than 31 years, the Society has helped patients demonstrating significant need to obtain financial assistance to cover a portion of their treatment costs. Through this program, reimbursement of up to $500 per year helps cover the costs of transportation, drugs and various treatments not covered by insurance.

The Trish Greene Back to School Program for Children with Cancer This program is designed to increase communication among health care professionals, parents, patients and school personnel to assure youngsters a smooth transition from active treatment back to school. Printed literature, videos and other materials to aid the process are available.

For more information on any of our Patient Services programs call (602) 788-8622 ext 15 or visit our website at www.lls.org .

FUND-RAISING EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES

Light The Night Walk The Society's nationwide annual evening fund-raising walk to celebrate and commemorate people whose lives have been touched by cancer.
Participants walk along a 2-3 mile route, carrying lighted balloons- white for survivors and red for supporters. Dedication banners provide an opportunity to display a name or message, honoring a family member or friend with cancer. Participants can walk individually or form walk teams. The walks take place in the fall in Tucson, Prescott Valley, Tempe and Glendale. For more information or to register visit www.lightthenight.org  or call (602) 788-8622 ext 16.

School & Youth Pennies for Patients/ Pasta for Pennies is a value-building program for elementary/secondary schools, taking place in February and March.
Students collect funds, starting with their own spare change, that are used to support the Society's research and patient services programs. The top fund-raising class in each participating school receives either a pasta party from Olive Garden or pizza party. For more information visit www.schoolandyouth.org  or call (602) 788-8622 ext 25.

Celebrity Martini Mix & Taste Join local celebrities and athletes at Devil's Martini North on March 10th as they mix drinks for the annual Celebrity Martini Mix & Taste, a fun and unique event that includes a great silent auction, fabulous food and drinks, and a special live auction. During the evening, local celebrities mix a variety of different martinis for your tasting pleasure and compete for tips and the title of Master Mixer. For more information visit www.celebritymartini.com  or call (602) 788-8622 ext 24.

The Hope Ball Get ready for an elegant night of dancing, great food, a raftle and exciting live and silent auctions. This black-tie event takes place every spring and honors members of the community for their service to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and blood cancer patients. For more information visit www.hopeballaz.org  or call (602) 788-8622 ext 26.

LINKS Fore Leukemia The LINKS Fore Leukemia Golf Tournament takes place in the summer and differs from other golf events, as there is a fundraising component. Each player can contribute the $500 minimum or, with the help of family, friends and business acquaintances, raise a portion of their entry fee. After tournament play, wonderful live and silent auctions are provided while enjoying a tasty lunch. For more information visit www.linksforeleukemia.org/arizona  or call (602) 788-8622 ext 26.

Legacy Circle/United Way/Individual Gifts/Corporate and Foundation Grants/3rd Party Events Most planned gifts do not require legal intervention or even a will... call us for details! If you donate to the United Way, designate your contribution to the Society by choosing # 2016. We gratefully accept gifts from individuals and foundations via check or credit card, any time.
Seeking to provide team spirit for your employee group, or a worthwhile activity for your club, church, school, or fraternity? Consider producing a fund-raising event! A creative way for a small business to help is to provide the Society with a percentage of your sales for a day, week, or month! For more information call (602) 788-8622 ext 12.

Miracle Reception The Society is in need of passionate, dedicated supporters. Opening your home, place of business, or other venue, to select business associates and friends to ask that they donate, and to invite them to become long-term supporters will guarantee continued victories through Society research. You, the host, are asked to underwrite the cost of the event; consider providing a "challenge" to your guests by matching their donations up to a certain level of your choosing. A Society representative can attend, to briefly acquaint your guests with opportunities for continued involvement. And perhaps a guest may offer to host a Miracle Reception of their own... thereby keeping the miracles happening. Consider this caring way to celebrate the holidays, a birthday, an anniversary, graduation or wedding - or no special occasion at all. Create a miracle.. .host a reception! Call (602) 788-8622 ext 12.

Cave Creek Museum Historic Home Tour
Tour to Rackensack Canyon Gold Mine and Children’s Program 

Sunday, March 18th 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “Homes Through Time” Home Tour $30 per person. Tickets available in advance and through Sunday, March 18 at Cave Creek Museum during business hours. Credit cards accepted. No pets, food or beverages allowed within the homes and no children under the age of 12. 
Spend the day touring four distinct homes, including:

Congratulations to The 2006 Small Business Person of the Year,
Mary Ann Derryberry from Excel North Valley Rayne.

4th Annual Mardi Gras hosted by Nanette McClelland-Miller, State Farm Agent
Saturday, February 17 from 5:00 pm - Closing
Roadrunner Restaurant & Saloon
47801 N. Black Canyon Hwy
New River, AZ 85087
Come be a part of the Louisiana heritage ~ Fundraiser for Hurricane Victims Continued
Live Music by “ZIMIs”, Raffle, Onion Eating Contest

Anthem Commerce Park: Business Owners Association (ACPBOA)
Thursday, February 22 from 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Gutowski Cabinet Works, Inc.,
4125 W. Fortune Drive
Anthem, AZ (623) 465-5802

Mobil 1 Lube Express teams up with the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Saturday, March 3 at 2:00 pm
Car show, raffle prizes (Ipod, Go-Kart experience at the Bob Bondurant School of driving)

4th Annual Family Safety Day
Saturday, March 3 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Outlets at Anthem
The event will feature a wide variety of participants from emergency and safety agencies, including:

• Daisy Mountain Fire Department Bike Safety Rodeo and Child Seat Safety Inspections
• Anthem Posse FREE Fingerprinting
• Department of Public Safety – Rollover Car Simulator
• Maricopa County Sheriff's Department Lake Pleasant Lake Patrol – Water Safety
• Native Air – Helicopter Search and Rescue
• Phoenix Police Department
• JC Lincoln – Mendy's Place
• Mobile On-Site Mammography Breast Cancer Screening Van

Business for Breakfast
Thursday, March 8 from 7:00 - 8:15 am
Speaker: Pam Gorman, Doug Clark & Sam Crump, their first 100 days in office
Hampton Inn
Anthem, AZ 85086

February 2007

15- Concert in the Gardens Presents- Barrio Latino .  Latin Crossover Music and Blues . 7:00pm-8:30pm. FREE Admission! Carefree Town Center in the Amphitheater at 101 Easy Street, Carefree, AZ 85377. Click here or call 480-488-3686 for more information. 

March 2007

2, 3, and 4 - Carefree Fine Art and Wine Festival Presented by Thunderbird Artists'.  10:00am- 5:00pm, Carefree Town Center. Call or email Maryan at 480-488-3381 for more information.

15- Concert in the Gardens Presents- Soul Solution .  Music of the 1960s, '70s and Beyond. 7:00pm-8:30pm. FREE Admission! Carefree Town Center in the Amphitheater at 101 Easy Street, Carefree, AZ 85377. Click here or call 480-488-3686 for more information.

NEWS FLASH!
Carefree/Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
 Hazardous Waste Collection
There will be a Hazardous Waste collection on Saturday March 10th
from 8.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m.
Location ­ Easy Street just east of the Basha¹s shopping center.
Councilman Bob Coady has obtained a grant to assist in this very important venture but is still looking for donations.
For a minimum donation of $100 you will receive a great long sleeve tee shirt with the names of the other contributors on the back.
NO PAINTS,  STAINS,  VARNISH
Accepted:   Auto batteries, ink & toner, propane cylinders, auto tires, small appliances, drain cleaners, detergents, bleach, pool chemicals, fertilizer, insecticides, weed killer, oil, antifreeze. (All items must be in original containers).
Make checks out to : Community Partnership and drop off at the Chamber (740 Easy Str) or Carefree Town Hall by this Friday March 2nd.                                                                      Bob Coady  488-3565   bobcoadyaz@aol.com
Ian Ellison  Executive Director Carefree/Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce
480-488-3381 (Ph.)
www.carefree-cavecreek.com   

 

Crazy ThermaBand
The patented Crazy ThermaBand wraps around your wrist and features a fleece pocket that holds a disposable thermal hot pad. This unique wristband prevents the radial and ulnar arteries from constricting, increasing blood flow, keeping hands and fingers warmer. Great for people with poor circulation, Raynaud's syndrome... or anyone who works or plays in the cold. Each package includes 2 ThermaBands and 2 HotPads. Item No: 4000. Crazy Creek Products, Inc. PO Box 1050 1401 South Broadway Red Lodge, MT 59068 or call 800-331-0304 (Toll Free)

TERRY'S DIECAST JUNKERS

 Pic right - '34 wrecker with '40 Ford, on old Route 66
Here are several creations built from scratch, using 1:18 scale diecast cars. There are no two alike, and each one is signed, dated, and numbered. I start with brand new  diecast models, from various manufacturers, such as, Maisto, Road Legends, etc. Each car is completely disassembled, and the parts are "aged to perfection", or modified to look old & broken.  This is an irreversible process!  Once they are done, they are done! There are all sorts of degrees of wear, depending on what you like to see.

 These scenes are all from my imagination; however, if you have photos of a car, like it was before you restored it, I can work from those too. All of the wood buildings are made from scratch, and painted to look deteriorated, with peeling paint, etc. I can make signs with your business name, or your own  name, on them, and on license plates.

McQueen chasing the bad guys, 1968.... 

Prices depend on how involved you would like the scene.  A basic wrecked car on a wood base with grass or vegetation , and a fence, etc., is around  $90, and go on up to about $300. I can give you a more accurate estimate after talking with you, about what you'd like.  The price of the car affects it also, or if you provide it. 

Shipping anywhere starts at $15 depending on location.  Dioramas are carefully packed, then put in larger box , surrounded by lots of styro peanuts.  These cars have been shipped all over the U.S., and I've never lost so much as a board!(but then who would notice?) For more information contact Terry Ballard, P.O. Box 26345, Eugene, OR. 97402 541-726-8467 or email me at furyfins60@earthlink.net  

Watch out for falling rocks

Unique Home Decor and Furniture
 Did you know that there are more than 100 million, old palm trees, and that after 85 years a coconut palm becomes non-fruit bearing? A coconut palm does not burn so the 100 million plus trees have been called the largest unusable resource on the planet. Pacific Green a furniture maker has now put to use this 'hard as stone' wood. They are an award winning eco sensible furniture manufacturer that is the acknowledge world leader in the processing of the coconut palm.

 You can find Pacific Green furniture at Exotic Home located at 15507 N. Scottsdale Rd., #110 Scottsdale. Exotic Home provides exotic furniture, unique wood furniture, leather furniture, coconut palmwood furniture, exotic art, water walls, home decor and more. In their 8,000 square foot store you will find exotic and beautiful furniture and works of art including the larger than life carved Buddha, the life size hand carved horse with tack and real horse hair mane and tail. The most stunning are the life size giraffes that are carved by African Ndebele artisans in Zimbabwe. A portion of each giraffe sale goes directly to help improve the lives of these people. The one thing that you will not find chemicals of any kind. All the furniture is made with natural materials, no glues, lacquers, or stains. You can contact Jamie Michaels owner of Exotichome at 15507 N. Scottsdale Rd., at jamiecoconut@yahoo.com, or call 480-443-8100.

NASCAR.COM

Kasey Kahne Dodge 2007 Pit Cap
Get ready for the 2007 season with this Kasey Kahne Dodge® Pit Cap from Chase Authentics®. This durable, high-quality cotton cap has 6 eyelets that allow your head to breathe and an adjustable closure to ensure a comfortable fit. The officially licensed cap is decorated in the team colors and designed with the primary sponsor logo embroidered on the crown, and the driver and team graphics embroidered on the side and back panels.

Features 

• 100% cotton

• Primary sponsor logo embroidered on the crown

• Driver and team graphics embroidered on the side and back panels

• Adjustable closure helps ensure a comfortable fit

• 6 eyelets that allow your head to breathe

• Decorated in the team colors

• Officially licensed

• Imported

• Item Number - 2542092, Size - Adjustable

• For more information go to www.NASCAR.com 

 Cheetah Oil Painting

This original oil painting was done by Sedona, AZ wildlife artist, Gene Dieckhoner. Cats of all kinds or his specialty. How can you resist this face? Affordable one of a kind originals at an affordable price. Oil Painting 16”W X 18”H does not have to be framed, comes on hard back board. For more information check out www.sedonascanyoncarvers.com .

CACTUS CITY CATERING
SATISFIES VALLEY’S HUNGER

Catering Events Made Simple with Local Business 

 Cactus City Catering provides the Valley with fresh, great tasting food, exceptional customer service and affordable pricing. The company, co-founded by Jon Burdick with Matt Kersten in 2002 embarking on its fifth year of business with a strong client base and growing popularity. Specializing in corporate lunches, Cactus City Catering demonstrates that it can accommodate any need from business meetings to baby showers. 

 “I wanted everyone in the Valley to experience delicious food while still getting the service and affordability they deserve,” said Owner Jon Burdick. “I think my background in hotel and restaurant management has played a vital role in the standards I instill in Cactus City Catering.” 

 Since 2002, Cactus City Catering has provided customers with full service catering in addition to a range of ordering options, ensuring customer satisfaction. Ordering features range from set menus to customized menus dependent upon the special wants and needs of a client. Cactus City Catering has filled a void in the Valley catering market by providing special options, delicious food with first-class presentation and reasonable pricing. The successful business allows for any event to be planned with ease and affordability with an average cost of $8 to $12 per individual.

 Cactus City Catering has also joined the online revolution with an easy-to-use Web site, www.cactuscitycatering.com, which provides clientele with the ability to place orders online at their own convenience. This is especially useful for customers that frequently use Cactus City Catering’s service, offering an efficient system for any size order and the ability to specify individual needs. The Web site features images of all food items allowing customers to see exactly what to expect, in addition to the exceptional service and great price. 

 After four years of business, Cactus City Catering continues to offer great food and unparalleled service as a leader in the Valley. The company continues to expand both its client reach and internal team. With its continuous growth and prosperity, Cactus City Catering always stays true to its roots remembering that customers are key and their satisfaction is essential. For more information on Cactus City Catering please visit www.cactuscitycatering.com

 Local Events Calendar (New listings added daily - hit refresh frequently!)       

Dates	Event (click for details)	Where
January 11- March 25      - 10 weeks	Thunderbird Artists’ Third Annual Arizona Fine Art EXPO & The Sculpture Garden	southeast corner of Scottsdale and Pinnacle Peak Roads in Scottsdale
January 28- May 6	Rembrandt and the Golden Age of Dutch Art: Treasures from the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam	Phoenix Art Museum
	FEBRUARY  2007
February 9 - 11	16th Annual Scottsdale Fine Art & Chocolate Festival	at the Scottsdale Pavilions
February 8 - 25	Souvenir	Arizona Theatre Company
February 9 - 25	High School Musical	Stagebrush Theater, 7020 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale
February 10	Art Exhibition	Creative Corners frame store in Anthem
February 16-25	Arabian Horse Show	WestWorld  Scottsdale
February 20-25	On Golden Pond	Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams St
February 22-24	George Lopez	Dodge Theatre 400 W. Washington Street
February 22-25	Phoenix Symphony Classic Concert Series Beethoven Seventh Symphony	Symphony Hall, 2nd St & Adams, Phoenix
February 22	Coyotes vs Flames	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
February 22-23	3 Redneck Tenors: A New Musical Adventure	Del Webb Center for Performing Arts, Wickenburg
February 23-25	Firebird Nationals	Firebird Raceway
February 24	Scottsdale Jaycees "54th Annual Parada del Sol" Parade After the Parade, visit the Trail’s End Celebration in Old Town Scottsdale from 11 am to 5 pm with Mogollon on the main stage…and then later that evening, head on over to Whiskey River Saloon music from JW Brooks & Western Bred.	Starts Oak Street and heads north on Scottsdale Road to IndianSchool.
February 24	Marshall Trimble Arizona's Historian	Cave Creek Museum
February 24	HUGE ANTIQUE an COLLECTABLE AUCTION Buffalo Chip Saloon   1:00 PM till the end	6811 East cave Creek Road Cave Creek, CONTACT: Paul @ 623-337-6643
February 24	Scottsdale Presbyterian Church Annual Rummage Sale	4321 N. Hayden Road, Scottdale, 7:00am to 3:00pm
February 24	ROCKSTAR SUPERNOVA	CRICKET PAVILLION 2121 N. 83rd Ave.
February 25	Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Nosotros & Traveler	Scottsdale Civic Center Mall
February 25	ASU Kerr Cultural Center¹s Guest Artists THE GENTLEMAN DOC HOLIDAY ­ A ONE MAN PLAY Starring the contemporary Wyatt Earp	ASU Kerr Cultural Center,6110 N. Scottsdale Rd (Off Rose Lane, Directly S of the Borgata)
February 25	Your Footprint is Too Heavy - Free eco-conscious building, family-friendly workshop	Superstition Farm, 3440 South Hawes Rd, Mesa, AZ 85212
February 25	Reach for the Stars at the Sally Ride Science Festival	The Barrett Honors College, Arizona State University
February 24-25	Arizona Travel Show	University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
February 25	ROCKSTAR TASTE OF CHAOS	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
February 25	Debbie Reynolds & Carol Channing	Maricopa County Events Center (formerly the Sundome)
February 26 - 27	War Casualties Exhibition	ASU Hayden Lawn, Tempe
February 27	Guiding the Gifted Child with Dr. James T. Webb	Sandra Day O’Connor High School, Glendale.
February 28	Arizona Historical Foundation - Senator Dennis DeConcini	ASU Kerr Cultural Center,6110 N. Scottsdale Rd (Off Rose Lane, Directly S of the Borgata)
February 28	Christina Aguilera	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
February 28	Citizen Action Book Club - Affluenza, by John De Graaf Free book discussion  7:00pm ­ 8:30pm	Bookman¹s  8034 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ
February 22-27	AZ MusicFest	Carefree/Scottsdale
February 9-10	Love Letters	Maricopa County Events Center (formerly the Sundome)
February 10	Free ACMSA Mounted Shooting Workshop	Larkyn Memorial Arena in New River
February 10- April 1	Arizona Renaissance Festival	Renaissance Festival Grounds 12601 E. U.S. 60
February 10-March 3	Six Degrees of Separation	North Valley Community Playhouse, 13043 N. Cave Creek Rd
February 16-March 4	Fantastics	Theater Works 8355 W. Peoria
February 17 - 18	War Casualties Exhibition	Encanto Park, Amphitheatre Island, 2605 N. 15th Avenue,
February 17 - 18	Buffalo Chip Arts & Crafts Show	Cave Creek
February 17 - 18	Mounted Shooters of America Match Open to Public Free	Shooters Arena Cave Creek - Behind the Roadhouse
February 15	Coyotes vs Ducks	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
February 17	Coyotes vs Redwings	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
February 16-25	Arabian Horse Show	WestWorld  Scottsdale
February 16-18	Ballet Arizona  Coppélia.	Phoenix Symphony Hall
February 17	The Preservation Hall Jazz Band	Orpheum Theatre, 203 West Adams
February 18	Boy Scouts of Troop 446 Computer Swap Meet- held for more than 17 years. 530am to 11am.	Scottsdale Pavlions Shopping Center, Indian Bend Road - between Pima Road and the 101 Freeway (next to the 5 & Diner restaurant)
February 20-25	On Golden Pond	Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams St
February 22-25	Phoenix Symphony Classic Concert Series Beethoven Seventh Symphony	Symphony Hall, 2nd St & Adams, Phoenix
February 22	Coyotes vs Flames	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
February 22-23	3 Redneck Tenors: A New Musical Adventure	Del Webb Center for Performing Arts, Wickenburg
February 22-27	AZ MusicFest	Carefree/Scottdale
February 24	Marshall Trimble Arizona's Historian	Cave Creek Museum
February 22 - March 4	Nuns Like Us Black Box Theatre	Theater Works 8355 W. Peoria
February 24	HUGE ANTIQUE an COLLECTABLE AUCTION Buffalo Chip Saloon   1:00 PM till the end	6811 East cave Creek Road Cave Creek, CONTACT: Paul @ 623-337-6643
February 24	Scottsdale Presbyterian Church Annual Rummage Sale	4321 N. Hayden Road, Scottdale, 7:00am to 3:00pm
February 24	ROCKSTAR SUPERNOVA	CRICKET PAVILLION 2121 N. 83rd Ave.
February 25	Reach for the Stars at the Sally Ride Science Festival	The Barrett Honors College, Arizona State University
February 24-25	Arizona Travel Show	University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
February 25	ROCKSTAR TASTE OF CHAOS	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
February 25	Debbie Reynolds & Carol Channing	Maricopa County Events Center (formerly the Sundome)
February 26 - 27	War Casualties Exhibition	ASU Hayden Lawn, Tempe
February 27	Guiding the Gifted Child with Dr. James T. Webb	Sandra Day O’Connor High School, Glendale.
February 28	Christina Aguilera	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
February 21-March 18	GUYS AND DOLLS	Phoenix Theatre
February 23- March 18	A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum	Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre
February 23 - March 10	BETTY'S SUMMER VACATION Presented by Nearly Naked Theatre	The Little Theatre at Phoenix Theatre 100 E. McDowell
	FEBRUARY  2007
February 10- April 1	Arizona Renaissance Festival	Renaissance Festival Grounds 12601 E. U.S. 60
	MARCH  2007
March 1-30	2007 Spring Training	Peoria Sports Complex
March 14-28	Spring Break Eco Camp - Pollination Party	Desert Botanical Garden
March 15-31	Moonlight & Valentino	North Valley Playhouse 13043 N Cave Creek Rd
March 16- April 1	Enchanted Cottage	Theater Works 8355 W. Peoria
March 22-31	Arizona Bike Week	All over the valley
March 27	ROD STEWART	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
March 27	Women's event: are you new to the area?	Anthem Community Center 41130 N. Freedom Way in Anthem
March 27	Quartetto Gelato	Del Webb Center for Performing Arts, Wickenburg
March 28	THE BLUE SIDE OF JAZZ: with Mike Kocour & Blaise Lantana	ASU Kerr Cultural Center,6110 N. Scottsdale Rd (Off Rose Lane, Directly S of the Borgata)
March 28	Martinis and Masterpieces - Junior League Phoenix	Gold Spot Gallery at 1001 North Third Avenue
March 28	Professor Kirt Shineman Glendale Community College Communication Department  “What’s So Funny: Making People Laugh in America.”  6:30 p.m. free.	Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown St.     (623) 930-3550.
March 28-29	Eric Alexander and the ASU Concert Jazz Band	Katzin Concert Hall Music Building, Mill Avenue and Gammage Parkway ASU Herberger College of the Arts
March 28-April 1	22nd Annual Touch of Class Miniature Horse Show	WestWorld  Scottsdale
March 29	Carefree - Cake Creek Chamber Breakfast $5	Harrold's Cave Creek Corral 6895 E Cave Creek
March 30-April 1	Sonoran Festival of Fine Arts	Carefree Town Center
March 30-April 1	“Listen Up” event during bike week	Harrold's Cave Creek Corral 6895 E Cave Creek
March 30 – April 1	STOMP	Maricopa County Events Center (formerly the Sundome)
March 30 – April 1	Westside Motorcycle Expo	University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
March 31	Peoria's Pioneer Day Parade	downtown Peoria on Washington Street between 85th and 83rd Avenues
March 31	16th El Tour de Phoenix Bicycle Run	Red Mtn Park 7745 E. Brown Rd
March 31	Emma's Run at Anthem Days 8am 5km Fun Run/Walk	Anthem Community Center
March 31	Walk 4 Sight AZ - Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation	Sunrise Mountain High School 21200 N 83rd Ave Peoria, AZ
March 31	Kiwanis Club Flea Market	Carefree 480-488-8400
March 31	Egg Decorating Contest	Sahuaro Ranch Park 623-930-2044
March 31 - April 1	Glendale Main Library Book Sale	Glendale Main Library 5959 W Brown
March 31	Glendale Foothills Library Book Sale	Glendale Foothills Library 19055 N 57th Ave
March 31	Rackensack Canyon Gold Mine Adventure	Cave Creek Museum
March 31 - April 1	Swellegant Elegance Phoenix Metropolitan Men’s Chorus	ASU Kerr Cultural Center,6110 N. Scottsdale Rd (Off Rose Lane, Directly S of the Borgata)
March 31 - April 1	All Harley Drag Racing Association  (AHDRA)  story	Firebird International Raceway
March 1	Ian Tyson in concert	Del Webb Center for Performing Arts, Wickenburg
March 1	Iphigenia Crash Land Falls on the Neon Shell that was Once Her Heart	ASU Herberger College of Fine Arts
March 1-2	Brooklyn Boy	Arizona Jewish Theatre Company
March 1-3	Phoenix Symphony Classic Concert	Symphony Hall, 2nd St & Adams, Phoenix
March 2	Farmers Market Carefree 9am	Carefree
February  23, 24,  25  March 1, 2, 3	Play "Kabuki Lady MacBeth".	Glendale Community College in the PAC building (Performing Arts Center) 59th Ave. and North of Olive Rd. in Glendale
March 2-4	Scottsdale Jaycees "54th Annual Parada del Sol" Rodeo	WestWorld  Scottsdale
March 2-4	Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival	Carefree AZ
March 2-4	War Casualties Exhibition	Crash Arts at Arizona Testing Laboratories, 817 W. Madison
March 2-4	Arizona House Beautiful-The Desert Living Show	University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
March 3	Robert Moses' Kin Premiere The President's Daughter	ASU Gammage
March 3	Farmers Market at Roadhouse Cave Creek 9am	Cave Creek
March 3	Coyotes vs BlueJackets	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
March 3	Mounted Shooters of America Match Open to Public Free	Shooters Arena Cave Creek - Behind the Roadhouse
March 3	Ms. Senior Arizona	Maricopa County Events Center (formerly the Sundome)
March 3	Arizona Agriculture Day at Sahuaro Ranch Park	Sahuaro Ranch Park
March 3-11	Peoria's Archaeology Dig	City of Peoria 8300 W. Washington (Osuna Park), Peoria
March 2-4	Arizona House Beautiful-The Desert Living Show	University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
March 3 -April 15	Copenhagen Black Box Theatre	Theater Works 8355 W. Peoria
March 4	The Four Freshman with the Gene Krupa Orchestra	Del Webb Center for Performing Arts, Wickenburg
March 4	Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Black Velvet Band  & Bríd Dower	Scottsdale Civic Center Mall
March 5	The Foothills Film Society,  The Red Violin  7 PM.	Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center, 33606 N. 60th St, 1/2 mile south of Carefree Hwy.
March 6	Phoenix College Community Orchestra free concert of classical literature at 7 p.m.	Phoenix College Community - Bulpitt Auditorium at , 1202 W. Thomas Rd.
March 7	"Desert Awareness for Our Pets" This Seminar Will be held at the Cave Creek Museum	CaveCreek Museum located at 6140 E. Skyline Dr
March 13-18	Chita Rivera- The Dancer's Life	ASU Gammage
March 7	Arizona Historical Foundation - Former Governor J. Fife Symington III	ASU Kerr Cultural Center,6110 N. Scottsdale Rd (Off Rose Lane, Directly S of the Borgata)
March 7-11	Winter Range Shooting Match	Ben Avery Range I-17 & Carefree Hwy NW corner
March 8	Coyotes vs Canucks	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
March 8	The Wiggles	Dodge Theatre 400 W. Washington Street
March 8-11	Arizona Opera The Beauty and The Beast	Symphony Hall, 2nd St & Adams, Phoenix
March 9	Farmers Market Carefree 9am	Carefree
March 9-12	ANTIQUE GUN -KNIFE-COIN SHOW	7303 EAST EARLL DR-PARADA EXPO CENTER CORNER OF 73RD STREET & EARLL DRIVE, SCOTTSDALE, NEXT TO HOLIDAY INN
March 9-10	ULTIMATE FAMILY ADVENTURE	Firebird International Raceway
March 10	Vienna Choir Boys	Del Webb Center for Performing Arts, Wickenburg
March 9-11	International Sportsmen's Expo	University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
March 9	MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
March 10	Coyotes vs Blackhawks	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
March 10	Phoenix Coyotes announced the Pack Dance Squad will hold its second Dance Clinic	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
March 10	Steve Lawrence & Eydie Gorme	Maricopa County Events Center (formerly the Sundome)
March 10 - 11	Lessons in Love	Theater Works 8355 W. Peoria
March 11	Eric Clapton Concert	USAIRWAYS CENTER
March 11	THE LIPIZZANER STALLIONS	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
March 9	The Cathy Rand Band a Celtic Trio	ASU Kerr Cultural Center,6110 N. Scottsdale Rd (Off Rose Lane, Directly S of the Borgata)
March 11	Coyotes vs Flyers	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
March 10	Hazardous Waste collection	Easy Street just east of the Basha¹s center
March 10	Vienna Choir Boys	Del Webb Center for Performing Arts, Wickenburg
March 10	Arizona Fine Art EXPO hosts Ballet Folklorico ALEGRIA	23023 N. Scottsdale Road, se corner of Pinnacle Peak and Scottsdale Roads, Scottsdale, AZ
March 10	APD: Ancient People Detectivies	Cave Creek Museum
March 9-11	International Sportsmen's Expo	University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
March 9	MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
March 10	Coyotes vs Blackhawks	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
March 10	Phoenix Coyotes announced the Pack Dance Squad will hold its second Dance Clinic	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
March 10	Steve Lawrence & Eydie Gorme	Maricopa County Events Center (formerly the Sundome)
March 11	OPERATUNITY – “IN YOUR FACE OPERA”	ASU Kerr Cultural Center,6110 N. Scottsdale Rd (Off Rose Lane, Directly S of the Borgata)
March 10 - 11	Lessons in Love	Theater Works 8355 W. Peoria
March 11	Eric Clapton Concert	USAIRWAYS CENTER
March 11	THE LIPIZZANER STALLIONS	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
March 12	Coyotes vs Flyers	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
March 12-13	Scottsdale Symphony Orchestra Concert featuring 16-year-old violinist Jeremy Stein Cushman	Grace Chapel 8524 E. Thomas Road
March 14	Carefree/Cave Creek Chamber Mixer 5:30pm	Carefree/Cave Creek 480-488-3381
March 9-12	ANTIQUE GUN -KNIFE-COIN SHOW	7303 EAST EARLL DR-PARADA EXPO CENTER CORNER OF 73RD STREET & EARLL DRIVE, SCOTTSDALE, NEXT TO HOLIDAY INN
March 13	Second Act: Happy Hour	Herberger Theater Center
March 12-13	Scottsdale Symphony Orchestra Concert featuring 16-year-old violinist Jeremy Stein Cushman	Grace Chapel 8524 E. Thomas Road
March 14-18	Classic Carriages Collector Car Auction and Show	University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
March 14	Arizona Historical Foundation - Former Governor Raul Castro	ASU Kerr Cultural Center,6110 N. Scottsdale Rd (Off Rose Lane, Directly S of the Borgata)
March 14-15	CHICAGO’S OWN JUDY ROBERTS RETURNS!	ASU Kerr Cultural Center,6110 N. Scottsdale Rd (Off Rose Lane, Directly S of the Borgata)
March 14	G3 with Joe Satriani, John Petrucci and Paul Gilbert	Dodge Theatre 400 W. Washington Street
March 14-28	Spring Break Eco Camp - Pollination Party	Desert Botanical Garden
March 15	Concert in the Gardens Presents- Soul Solution .  Music of the 1960s, '70s and Beyond. 7:00pm-8:30pm.	Carefree Town Center in the Amphitheater 101 Easy Street, Carefree, AZ
March 15	saxophonist, Bryne Donaldson  6 to 8:30PM	Cave Creek Wines, 21023 N Cave Creek Rd
March 15-18	Festival of the West	Rawhide
March 15-18	Carousel Charity Horse Show	WestWorld  Scottsdale
March 16- April 1	Enchanted Cottage	Theater Works 8355 W. Peoria
March 17	5th Annual Basant Mela (Kite Flying Festival)& Vendors	11:00 AM to 6:00 PM Steele Indian School Park  300 E. Indian School Rd, Phoenix. Admission  free, open to the public.
March 16-17	Celebration of the Arts Festival	City of Peoria City Hall Municipal Grounds 8401 West Monroe Street, Peoria
March 21	Arizona Historical Foundation - Former Governor Jane Dee Hull	ASU Kerr Cultural Center,6110 N. Scottsdale Rd (Off Rose Lane, Directly S of the Borgata)
March 21	Black Gold: Watch the Coffee Industry Unfold Free film screening and discussion Wednesday 6:30pm ­ 8:30pm	Fair Trade Cafe Gallery, 1020 N. 1st Ave, Phoenix, AZ
March 16-17	David Copperfield	Dodge Theatre 400 W. Washington Street
March 17	Animal Adoption Event	Franciscan Renewal Center, 5802 E. Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley
March 17-18	Pioneer Living History Museum Art Sale & Expo 9-5pm  All proceeds to benefit the restoration of the 26 Historic buildings	Pioneer Living History Museum 3901 W. Pioneer Rd.
March 10-22	Celebration of the Artist	City of Peoria City Hall Municipal Grounds 8401 West Monroe Street, Peoria Pine Room
March 18	Patti Page, The Ink Spots, The Lennon Sisters, The Tex Beneke Orchestra and Gary Mule Deer	Maricopa County Events Center  (formerly the Sundome)
March 18	"Homes Through Time" Home Tour 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.     $30 per person.	Cave Creek Museum
March 18	5th Annual Run for Life at DC Ranch	Market Street at DC Ranch, 20715 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale
March 18	Methamphetamines: Fact and Fiction (Presented by James Stoehr, Ph.D., Professor, MWU College of Health Sciences)7-8pm	Midwestern University Community Health Lecture Series at Foothills Library 19055 N 57th Ave Glendale
March 22	2007 Annual Carefree-Cave Creek Awards Luncheon & Annual Meeting Keynote Brig Gen Allan Wolcott Anger USA Ret - Leadership: Military & Business Similar& Different - $35	Carefree Resort & Villas Mesquite Room
March 22	After 5 Mixer 5-7pm Anthem CofC	Affinito's Bistro 3655 W. Anthem Way, Suite C-137
March 23	Women Who Care: 9th Annual Luncheon To Benefit Phoenix Theatre's Cookie Company celebrating their 26th season!	Phoenix Theatre
March 24	Rock Star Supernova with The Panic Channel	Cricket Pavilion
March 24	Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers	Celebrity Theatre 440 N 32nd St
March 23-24	3rd Annual Fountain Hills Fine Art& Wine Affaire	Avenue of the Fountains in Fountain Hills, AZ
March 23	Aspen Santa Fe Ballet	Del Webb Center for Performing Arts, Wickenburg
March 20-21	MY LITTLE PONY	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
March 20-25	Jesus Christ Superstar	Orpheum Theatre, 203 West Adams
March 24	Rock Star Supernova with The Panic Channel	Cricket Pavilion
March 20-25	Jesus Christ Superstar	Orpheum Theatre, 203 West Adams
March 23-25	Fantasy...Inspired by Michael Parkes Scorpius Dance Theatre	The Little Theatre at Phoenix Theatre 100 E. McDowell
March 23-25	Cowgirl Up! Art from the Other Half of the West Invitational Show & Sale	Desert Caballeros Western Museum 21 North Frontier Street, Wickenburg
March 23-24	The Actor's Gang - George Orwell 1984	Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Virginia G. Piper Theater 7380 East Second St
March 23-25	Frozen - Performance Outreach Theatre	Herberger Theater Center 222 East Monroe Street
March 24	Scottsdale Public Art Program Jarvis Rockwell's wall drawing unveiled 3:30pm	Scottsdale Civic Center Library
March 24	Women's Auxiliary Pancake Breakfast to Support AZ National Guard Family Assistance Program 8-11am	Cross of Christ Lutheran Church 39808 N Gavilan Peak Parkway Anthem, AZ
March 24	Rock On!  Geological History of Black Mountain - Free!	Cave Creek Museum
March 24-25	Luke Days	Luke Air Force Base
March 24-25	There's Something in My Kitchen! Cookie Company	The Little Theatre at Phoenix Theatre 100 E. McDowell
March 24-25	The Caledonian Society of Arizona 43rd Annual Arizona Scottish Gathering and Highland Games	Mesa Community College Near the intersection of Dobson Road & Southern Avenue, north of US-60
March 25	Cadillac LaSalle Club/Sonoran Desert region Concours d'Elegance Car Show.  9:00am-3:00pm.	Carefree Town Center in the Amphitheater at 101 Easy Street, Carefree, AZ
March 25	A German Organ Tour ASU Herberger College of the Arts	Organ Hall Music Building, Mill Avenue and Gammage Parkway
March 25	Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Hans Olson  & Dyno Glides	Scottsdale Civic Center Mall Second Street & Drinkwater Boulevard in downtown Scottsdale
January 11- March 25 -                  10 weeks	Thunderbird Artists’ Third Annual Arizona Fine Art EXPO & The Sculpture Garden	southeast corner of Scottsdale and Pinnacle Peak Roads in Scottsdale
March 15-25	Fantasy Presented by Scorpius Dance Theatre	Phoenix Theatre 100 E. McDowell
March 9-25	Augusta	Herberger Theater Center 222 East Monroe Street
March 26	Lunch with a Legend - Monty Roberts, “The Horse Whisperer,” and Cowgirl Up! artist Pat Roberts	Desert Caballeros Western Museum 21 North Frontier Street, Wickenburg
March 24	Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers	Celebrity Theatre 440 N 32nd St
March 27	ROD STEWART	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
March 27	Quartetto Gelato	Del Webb Center for Performing Arts, Wickenburg
March 30-April 1	Sonoran Festival of Fine Arts	Carefree Town Center
March 30 – April 1	STOMP	Maricopa County Events Center (formerly the Sundome)
March 30 – April 1	Westside Motorcycle Expo	University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
March 31	Kiwanis Club Flea Market	Carefree 480-488-8400
	APRIL 2007
	Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Kirsten & Khani Cole	Scottsdale Civic Center Mall Second Street & Drinkwater Boulevard in downtown Scottsdale
April 1	Sonoran Festival of Fine Art	Carefree Town Center in the Amphitheater at 101 Easy Street, Carefree, AZ
April 1	Phoenix Metropolitan Men's Chorus presents Swellegant Elegance, a tribute to the life and music of American Master Composer Cole Porter, performed by Canyon Echoes & Harmonic Vibrations .	ASU Kerr Cultural Center,6110 N. Scottsdale Rd (Off Rose Lane, Directly S of the Borgata)
April 1	Violinist Sarah Chang @ 7:30pm, Virginia G. Piper Theater	Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 7380 East Second Street
April 3	Coyotes vs Blues	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
April 5	Coyotes vs Kings	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
April 8	Coyotes vs Canucks	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
April 3	Mounted Shooters of America Match Open to Public Free	Shooters Arena Cave Creek - Behind the Roadhouse
April 6	Friday Evening Concert Series	Borgata Shopping Center 6166 N Scottsdale Rd
April 1	Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montreal: Minus One  @ 8pm, Virginia G. Piper Theater	Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 7380 East Second Street
April 5	Newsboys	Dodge Theatre 400 W. Washington Street
April 6-8	Magic Bird Arts and Crafts Festival	Peoria Sports Complex
April 6	Friday Evening Concert Series	Borgata Shopping Center 6166 N Scottsdale Rd
April 6	Jamie Foxx	Dodge Theatre 400 W. Washington Street
April 6-7	Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montreal	Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 7380 East Second Street
April 7	Dolly Sanchez Memorial Easter Egg Hunts	Peoria Sports Complex
April 8	Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts The McCarthy Brothers Band & Sistah Blue	Scottsdale Civic Center Mall Second Street & Drinkwater Boulevard in downtown Scottsdale
April 10	Merce Cunningham Dance Company: CRWDSPCR @ 7:30pm, Virginia G. Piper Theater Pictures	Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 7380 East Second Street
April 11	The Killers	Dodge Theatre 400 W. Washington Street
April 11	Chamber of Commerce After Hours Mixer.   5:30pm	Cave Creek Storage Solutions-29201 N. Cave Creek Rd.- Cave Creek
April 7	Maryvale High School AllYears Reunion	Pullano's Pizza 51st Ave & Thunderbird
April 13- April 29	Working	Theater Works 8355 W. Peoria
April 12	Fiesta Days Golf Tournament	Cave Creek
April 12-15	Country Thunder	Florence
April 14	Barrage	Del Webb Center for Performing Arts, Wickenburg
April 13	Fiesta Days Parade	Cave Creek Road
April 14-15	The Women's Expo	University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
April 14-15	Fiesta Days Rodeo Cave Creek	Cave Creek Rodeo Grounds
March 3-April 15	Copenhagen Black Box Theatre	Theater Works 8355 W. Peoria
March 30-April 15	The Nerd	Tempe Little Theatre
March 30-April 15	Little Women  Story Here	Valley Youth Theatre, 525 N. First St., Phoenix
April 12	Fiesta Days Golf Tournament	Cave Creek
April 12	Business for Breakfast 7-8:15 am Speaker: Connie Randall, City of Phoenix	Hampton Inn Anthem, AZ 85086
April 12-15	Country Thunder	Florence
April 13-15	Glendale Jazz and Blues Festival in Historic Downtown Glendale	Historic Downtown Glendale
April 14	PUSD Fine Arts Festival	Peoria Sports Complex
April 14	Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular	Dodge Theatre 400 W. Washington Street
April 14	10th Annual Arizona Book Festival	Carnegie Library 1101 W Washington
April 14	Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast. 7:00am to 11:30am	Carefree Town Center in the Amphitheater at 101 Easy Street, Carefree, AZ 85377
April 14	Close Encounters with Music: Schubert and Dvorák ­ the Contour of Melody Featuring Lydia Artymiw (piano), Catherine Cho (violin) and Yehuda Hanani (cello)	Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Theater 4301, Galleria Corporate Centre
April 14	Musica Nova Baroque Orchestra-Orbit of Mozart	ASU Kerr Cultural Center,6110 N. Scottsdale Rd (Off Rose Lane, Directly S of the Borgata)
April 14	American Cancer Society Glendale Relay for Life	Ironwood HighSchool
April 14	Barrage	Del Webb Center for Performing Arts, Wickenburg
April 13	2007 Fiesta Days Rodeo &  Fiesta Days Parade	Cave Creek Road & Cave Creek Memorial Arena 37201 N 28th Street. Cave Creek
April 14-15	The Women's Expo	University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
April 14-15	Mounted Shooters of America Match Open to Public Free	Shooters Arena Cave Creek - Behind the Roadhouse
April 14-15	Fiesta Days Rodeo Cave Creek	Cave Creek Rodeo Grounds
April 14	Showdown at Rawhide	Rawhide
April 15	Fire It Up Car Show	Peoria Sports Complex
April 12-15	Country Thunder	Historic Florence AZ
April 14	Showdown at Rawhide	Rawhide
April 19-22	Arizona Opera Susannah	Symphony Hall, 2nd St & Adams, Phoenix
April 21	Run for the Cheetah	Papago Park, Ramada 9/10, 465 N. Galvin Pkwy
April 24	Gaither Homecoming	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
April 24	The Barnabas Society of St. Barnabas Episcopal Church and Arizona Musicfest  Young Musicians Showcase	St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, Mockingbird Lane, Scottsdale
April 27	Hal Ketchum	Del Webb Center for Performing Arts, Wickenburg
April 28	Gwen Steffani	Cricket Pavilion 2121 N. 83rd Ave.
April 29-30	Professional Bull Riders	Jobing.com Arena, Glendale
	MAY 2007
May 5 - May 20	Beyond Therapy Black Box Theatre	Theater Works 8355 W. Peoria
May 11- May 27	Miracle Worker	Theater Works 8355 W. Peoria
May 16	Jobing.com Job Fair	University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
	JUNE 2007
June 2-3	Kidsfaire	University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
June 15 - July 1	Speed the Plow Black Box Theatre	Theater Works 8355 W. Peoria
	JULY 2007
July 14-15	Maricopa County Summer Home Show	University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
July 26-28	Oasis Gift Show	University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
	AUGUST 2007
	SEPTEMBER 2007
	OCTOBER 2007

Recurring Events

Every Tuesday... Carefree/Cave Creek Rotary Club, 7:30am breakfast at Horny Toad. Call 480-575-1409.

Every Tuesday... Soroptimists Meeting, 7:30am www.sisfoothills.org

Every Wednesday... Kiwanis Club of Carefree, 11:30am at Harolds. Call 480-488-8400.

Every Friday... Carefree Farmers' Market , 9:00am- 1:00pm at Carefree Town Center in the Amphitheater at 101 Easy Street, Carefree, AZ 85377. Click here or call 480-488-3686

Every Saturday... Farmers Market at Roadhouse Cave Creek 9am

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March 2007

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March 2007

37th Anniversary season of The Lipizzaner Stallions
 Harkening back to time when the horse was a symbol of grace and majesty, the Lipizzaner Stallions are truly a great experience to be enjoyed by the entire family. One does not need to be a horse lover to enjoy "The Equestrian Treat of the Century"! The Lipizzaner Stallions are on their 37th Anniversary Tour in 2007. In 1970, Producer Gary Lashinsky created a new family arena attraction, starring The "World Famous" Lipizzaner Stallions.

 Many horses and riders were brought from Europe to perform in this unique family oriented arena attraction. Over the years, twenty-three million people throughout North and South America, Great Britain, Europe, Australia and Hawaii have seen this internationally acclaimed spectacle.

 2007 represents the 37th Anniversary season of The Lipizzaner Stallions. All new music, choreography and routines have been incorporated in this anniversary edition with a major emphasis on the historical background and foundation of the Lipizzaner breed. Starting with its original breeding and use as a horse of war to a horse of nobility and aristocracy to a living form of equestrian art. The show emulates the Spanish Riding School of Vienna, Austria, in its presentation of Lipizzans, and maintains a traditional as well as entertaining performance similar in many ways to what you would see at the Spanish Riding School of Vienna.

Also included in the performance is a segment called the "Airs Above the Ground." These are the spectacular leaps and maneuvers, once used by riders in saddle to protect and defend themselves on the battlefield, which are now preserved as an equestrian work of art. When you see the Lipizzans perform, it is like stepping back four hundred years and viewing one of the greatest equine ballets in history.

 The Lipizzan is a rare and unique breed; its history and culture is known worldwide. The Walt Disney movie The Miracle of the White Stallions, depicting General George S. Patton saving them at the end of World War II from certain extinction, created an even greater world-wide interest in the Lipizzaner breed. Had it not been for Patton, there would be no Lipizzans today. 
 

The conclusion of the performance of The Lipizzaner Stallions is the traditional Grand Quadrille, featuring six to eight Lipizzaner Stallions with their riders performing an intricate, equine ballet, exhibiting maneuvers through the highest level of dressage. The Lipizzans prance, march and intricately weave their way across the floor to the music of the Masters in a spectacular ballet of four-footed white dancers.

NATIONALLY RENOWNED DANCE COMPANY ROBERT MOSES' KIN COMING TO ASU GAMMAGE! March 3, 2007
San Francisco based contemporary dance company Robert Moses' Kin will premiere its piece The President's Daughter, along with four other pieces, on Saturday, March 3 at ASU Gammage. The new piece concerns the offspring of Thomas Jefferson and his slave mistress, Sally Hemmings and seeks to explore the contrast between private behavior and public posturing. Other pieces feature the music of Philip Glass and the poetry of the Oakland, California based workshop Youth Speaks.

A free open rehearsal will be available to the public at 12 p.m. on Friday, March 2 at ASU Gammage.

For more information or to order tickets to the Saturday evening performance, call the ASU Gammage Box Office at 480.965.3434 or visit www.ticketmaster.com  .