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CONTENTS Arizona KEY Magazine | December 2015 | ArizonaKEY.com

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Taliesin West

31 14 Holiday Light Displays 20 Calendar of Events 31 Bearizona: Wild Wonderland in Williams 70 The Grand Canyon 81 Prescott: Arizonaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christmas City

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holiday light displays

njoy the holiday season - the hustle and bustle, hot chocolate, gift-giving, visits with family and friends, and holiday lights. Here’s a short list of wonderful light displays - more displays and information can be found at ArizonaKEY.com.

Glendale: Don’t miss the glittering magic of Glendale Glitters. You won’t believe your eyes as you take in the stunning display of 1.5 million lights illuminating twelve blocks of Historic Downtown Glendale all month. On Fridays and Saturdays, enjoy these special events: Dec 4 - 5: Glendale’s Jingle Bell Rockin’ Nights Dec 11 - 12: Glendale’s Winter Wonderland Weekend Dec 18 - 19: Glendale’s Spirit of Giving Weekend Sedona: During the month of December, Sedona is home to a winter wonderland of holiday events. On December 4th from 5-7pm at Canyon Breeze plaza there is a free Tree-lighting, entertainment and Santa visits with children. On Saturday, December 12th from 3-8pm is a cherished tradition which involves the lighting of 6,000 luminarias in Tlaquepaque’s courtyards and walkways at 5pm. Prescott: During the holidays, a palpable glow extends from the Prescott area. Part of this illumination comes from the festive lighting displays of Courthouse Plaza. Some originates from within the lighted window displays of Prescott’s boutiques, galleries and gift shops. The majority of this luminosity, however, seems to derive from the people themselves. Visit historic Prescott, Arizona’s Official Christmas City, and bask in some of that seasonal glow. Tempe: On Saturday, December 12th, Tempe Town Lake hosts the Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade. The most unique holiday event in the Valley, the parade features more than 50 festively lighted boats of all sizes. Fireworks finale! Tucson: 4th Avenue has a Winter Street Fair on December 11th, 12th, and 13th from 10am-6pm each day, including over 400 arts and crafts booths, over 35 food vendors, two stages, street musicians, food, jugglers, street performers, a kids’ art area, face painting, balloons, and more. The Winterhaven Festival of Lights runs from the 12th to the 26th, in the central Tucson neighborhood Winterhaven. The neighborhood glows nightly with LED lights, festive decorations, and music for walkers, runners, and riders of hay wagons & trolleys. AZ

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publisher’spage NORAD TRACKS SANTA

For the past twelve years, I have published a small blurb at the end of our December Event Calendar alerting children and their parents that they could track Santa’s flight at NoradSanta.org. This website is simply wonderful, and I enjoyed using it on Christmas Eve with my daughter and son when they were younger. I though it was time to share some of the history of this wonderful endeavor that delights children worldwide. NORAD Tracks Santa is an annual Christmas-themed entertainment program, which has existed since 1955, produced under the auspices of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). Every year on Christmas Eve, “NORAD Tracks Santa” purports to track Santa Claus as he leaves the North Pole and delivers presents to children around the world. The program is in the tradition of the September 1897 editorial “Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus” in the NY Sun. The program began on December 24, 1955 when a Sears department store placed an advertisement in a Colorado Springs newspaper which told children that they could telephone Santa Claus and included a number for them to call. However, the telephone number printed was incorrect and calls instead came through to Colorado Springs’ Continental Air Defense Command (CONAD) Center. Colonel Shoup, who was on duty that night, told his staff to give all children that called in a “current location” for Santa Claus. A tradition began which continued when the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) replaced CONAD in 1958. Today, NORAD relies on volunteers to make the program possible. Each volunteer handles about forty telephone calls per hour, and the team typically handles more than 12,000 e-mails and more than 117,000 telephone calls from more than two hundred countries and territories. Most of these contacts happen during the twenty-five hours from 2 a.m. on December 24 until 3 a.m. MST on December 25. NORAD reported that for Christmas 2013, it logged 19.58 million unique visitors to its website on Christmas Eve. Through social media, it had 146,307 Twitter followers and 1.45 million “likes” on Facebook. Welcome to winter in Arizona. No matter where you’re visiting from, we’re glad to have you. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or simply enjoy this time of year, we wish you a very joyous Holiday Season and extend our best wishes for a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.

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TALIESIN WEST: ARCHITECTURE INSPIRED BY THE DESERT

aliesin West, Scottsdale’s architectural, cultural and historic masterpiece, was designed and built from 1937-1959 by America’s greatest architect, Frank Lloyd Wright. Taliesin West served as Wright’s winter home and drafting studio then and now offers some of the Valley’s best tours.

Scottsdale’s only National Historic Landmark is set on a 491-acre Sonoran Desert preserve. Taking his principles west, Taliesin West provides a prime example of Wright’s Organic Architecture as its structures are built of the rocks and sand of the desert and melds to the McDowell 18

Mountain foothills. Wright drew inspiration from the abstract forms of the majestic saguaro cactus and sharp, clear lines of the mountains against Arizona’s vivid sky, integrating his living and working spaces within the landscape in magical ways. Today, visitors may draw from that same Arizona KEYMagazine

inspiration by experiencing a variety of tours outlining the colorful history of Taliesin West and that of its creator. Guided tours range from one to three hours and are offered every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. The 60-minute Panorama Tour visits Wright’s Office, Cabaret Theater, and Kiva while strolling through the site. Taliesin West’s signature Insights Tour visits all the locations of the Panorama Tour plus makes special trips into the Wrights’ private quarters and living room— the gracious “Garden Room.” For more in-depth visits, try the Extended Insights Tour or the combo Desert/Insights Tour, which explores how Nature inspired Wright’s design of his desert complex. The School of Architecture’s students lead dynamic Desert “Shelter” Tours on Saturday afternoons. Romantic Night Lights Tours are offered Thanksgiving weekend and December 26-30. An ideal place to find an Arizona keepsake, Anneliese’s Bookstore at Taliesin West features an immense collection of WrightFor more information call 888-516-0811 or inspired items and books. www.franklloydwright.org To make your tour reservation, please call Enter Taliesin West at the intersection of Cactus Road and Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd. 888-516-0811 or visit (approximately 114th St.) in northeast Scottsdale. Zerve.com/TaliesinWest. For GPS directions, use 12345 N. Taliesin Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85258 For more information, visit franklloydwright.org. AZ COVER & STORY PHOTOS BY ANDREW PIELAGE

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MIM MUSIC THEATER With outstanding acoustics and an up-close-and-personal experience, the MIM Music Theater is the Valley’s premier concert venue. For tickets call 480-478-6000. For a complete schedule of concerts and events, visit MIM.org Sibelius 150th Jubilee Concert Saturday, December 5 | 6 p.m. Join pianist Marja Kaisla and cellist Katri Ervamaa for a celebration of the 150th anniversary of the birth of Finnish composer Jean Sibelius. Tickets: $30

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ALL MONTH Glendale Glitters 2015 (GLENDALE) Experience the magic of traditional old town holiday atmosphere with about 1.5 million holiday lights throughout a 16-block area that includes the Old Towne and Catlin Court Districts. Historic Downtown Glendale, 58th & Glendale Avenues, every night 5 pm – 10 pm, free, 623-930-2299. (Special events each Friday and Saturday through 19th). THURSDAYS Art Walk (SCOTTSDALE) Wander into galleries while strolling around tree-covered courtyards, famed restaurants & more. Downtown Scottsdale, 7pm – 9pm, 800-7821117 for more details. FRIDAYS Talking Stick Food Truck Roundup (SCOTTSDALE) Gourmet food trucks from around the state will gather at the Marriott to ArizonaKEY.com

serve up some of your favorite eats. Courtyard Marriott, 5201 N Pima Road, 11-2pm. SATURDAYS Rock ‘n’ Roll McDonald’s Car Show (SCOTTSDALE) Complete with 50’s era music provided by “Party Time DJ’s”, this showcase of anywhere from 200 – 500 cars, and up to 150 motorcycles and choppers, is sure to satisfy collectors, dreamers, and aficionados, alike, The Pavilions at Talking Stick, 4-8pm, 480-362-2700. SUNDAYS Sunday Football Frenzy (SCOTTSDALE) Grab your friends – and grab a seat for the ultimate football experience as the showroom at Talking Stick Resort airs Sunday Football Frenzy on the big screen. Enjoy food & drink specials, giant HD screens, free parking, no cover charge. Doors open 1 hour prior to Kick-Off, 480-850-7734.

DEC 2 Sips & Sounds Concert (SCOTTSDALE) Relax under the stars and listen to music while enjoying food the shopping center’s restaurants. Featured band is Urban Electra: Noted as “not your ordinary string quartet.” Their music features a wide range of sounds including hard rock, alternative rock, pop, club music, cutting edge electronic music, jazz and original film music. The SHOPS gainey village (SE Corner of Scottsdale Rd & Doubletree Ranch Rd), free concert, 6pm-8pm, theshopsgaineyvillage.com. DEC 3 Christmas Festival Preview Night (CAREFREE) Attend the Christmas Festival Preview Night featuring new holiday decorations, music, choir performances by local children, lighting of the Christmas tree, refreshments & more. Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion, 6pm-7:30pm, 480-488-3686. 21

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Visit ArizonaKEY.com/events for even more of the BEST Arizona Holiday Events, Light Displays, Concerts, Parades, Santa Visits and other events in our 2015 Arizona Holiday Events Guide online. Plus, find the hottest NYE parties to ring in 2016. So grab your family and friends and check out what’s going on across the state!

DEC 4 Artlink First Fridays (PHOENIX) Enjoy the spirit and culture of downtown Phoenix as you mingle with thousands of other residents and visitors. Tour art galleries, venues, and related spaces and on a free shuttle starting at the Phoenix Art Museum or at major stops on each route, 6-10pm, 602-256-7539 for additional information. DEC 4 Old Town Holiday Festival (PEORIA) Take a stroll through Old Town Peoria and enjoy all the holiday activities featuring live entertainment, a visit from Santa, 20 tons of snow, crafters market, kid zone, a choral contest and live Nativity. South of Peoria and Grand avenues, 5-9pm, 623-773-7000. 22

DEC 4 – 5 Glendale’s Jingle Bell Rockin’ Nights (GLENDALE) Bring your dancin’ shoes to Murphy Park, and dance to holiday music and oldies. The park will be packed with music, lights, kids’ crafts and entertainment. Murphy Park, free, 6 – 10pm, 623-930-2299. DEC 4 - 5 14th Annual Surprise Party (SURPRISE) Enjoy a tree lighting ceremony, balloon glow and live entertainment on Friday night. Saturday, features a full day of activities including an arts & crafts show, classic car show, elephant rides, petting zoo, pictures with Santa and more. Surprise Recreation Campus, free, 623-222-2000. DEC 4 – 6 Phoenix Comicon Fan Fest (GLENDALE) Fan Fest is a pop culture convention featuring actors, top comic book writers and artists, programming, and features exhibitors, vendors and costuming for those fans who can’t get enough of Phoenix Comicon! University of Phoenix Stadium, more information and tickets at phoenixcomicon.com. DEC 4 - 6 Tempe Fall Festival of the Arts (TEMPE) As many as 400 artist booths line Mill Avenue and the surrounding streets presenting unique, and hand-made artwork that offers visitors a distinctive shopping experience. Live entertainment, street performers, food, Arizona Wine Festival, kids station and more. Mill Avenue District, free, 10-5:30pm. Call 602-331-9016 for additional information.

DEC 5 Stroll in the Glow (FOUNTAIN HILLS) Enjoy a multicolored glow of holiday cheer with thousands of lights! The Avenue of the Fountains is closed and shops stay open late and serve holiday treats and beverages, musicians play holiday music on the sidewalks and Santa arrives at 6pm by fire truck to take requests from hopeful children, 5pm, 480-837-1654. DEC 5 Lunar Bingo (FORT MCDOWELL) Come out for Great Music, Giveaways, Dance Contests, and Cash Prizes! $5 Buy in Bingo Packs, Fort McDowell Casino, midnight, 1-800-THE-FORT. DEC 5 Cars and Coffee (SCOTTSDALE) Enjoy a cup of coffee and tour TALIESIN WEST beautiful exotic vehicles from the Ferrari Club the first Saturday of every month. The SHOPS gainey village (SE Corner of Scottsdale Rd & Doubletree Ranch Rd), 8am – 10am. DEC 5 APS Electric Light Parade (PHOENIX) Spectacular display of lighted floats, marching bands, and performances. Central Ave. from Montebello to Camelback, east on Camelback to 7th St., 7th St. south to Indian School, 7 pm, 602-262-6862. DEC 5 Tumbleweed Tree Lighting Ceremony & Parade of Lights (CHANDLER) Since 1957 Chandler has been the only city in the southwestern United States to have a tumbleweed Christmas tree! Enjoy live entertainment, food, crafts, games & Santa. A.J. Chandler Park, free, 4:30 pm – 9pm, 480-782-2735.

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DEC 9 Sips & Sounds Concert (SCOTTSDALE) Relax under the stars and listen to music while enjoying food from many of the shopping center’s famed restaurants. Featured band is Marmalade Skies - this seven-piece band performs songs from the Beatles. The SHOPS gainey village (SE Corner of Scottsdale Rd & Doubletree Ranch Rd), free concert, 6pm-8pm, theshopsgaineyvillage.com. DEC 11 – 12 Winter Wonderland Weekend (GLENDALE) Features a children’s snow field, so don’t forget to bring the mittens! Sip hot cocoa while basking in delightful winter fun, right here, in Arizona! The snowfield offers kids the opportunity to build their own Frosty the Snowman plus other fun activities. Historic Downtown Glendale, 6pm – 10pm, free, 623-930-2299. DEC 11 - 13 8th Annual Carefree Christmas Festival (CAREFREE) Three days and two nights of FREE holiday festivities and entertainment. Enjoy visits with Santa, horse-drawn carriage rides, 35 tons of REAL snow, Christmas gift market, late night shopping, holiday music & dance, parties & more! Electric Light Parade on Saturday at 6pm, Pet Day and Parade on Sunday. Carefree Desert Gardens and the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion, Fri & Sat: 10-9pm, Sun: 105pm, 480-488-3381 or carefreechristmasfestival.com for event schedule. DEC 11 – 13 Phoenix Festival of the Arts (PHOENIX) Three full days with live arts and entertainment, plus over 125 vendor booths! Enjoy a hands-on community mural, food trucks, a beer & wine garden, a Family Zone play area and more! Margaret T. Hance Park, free, 602-254-3100.(See Ad Page 25) ArizonaKEY.com

DEC 11 – JAN 2 Holiday Lights (SCOTTSDALE) All Aboard Arizona’s most unique holiday event! Take a train ride through many festive holiday lights and displays turning the Railroad Park into a winter wonderland. Santa will be at the park through December 23. (Park Closed Dec 24th, 25th & 31st). McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, 6:30 pm – 9 pm, 480-312-2312. DEC 12 Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade (TEMPE) Features as many as 50 festively lighted boats of all sizes and a top notch fireworks show. Santa arrives at 6pm. Tempe Beach Park & Town Lake, 5pm, free, 480-355-6060. DEC 12 Christmas in the Park (LITCHFIELD PARK) The craft show begins at 9am; the parade starts at 10am complete with marching bands, drill teams and floats. The day includes real snow, visits with Santa and live entertainment! Litchfield Park Town Center, 9 – 4 pm, free, 623-935-9040. DEC 12 - 13 World’s Best Sand Sculpting Championship (SCOTTSDALE) 10 World-Class sand sculpting artists will design and build one-of-a-kind sand sculptures to compete for a $19,000 prize purse. Enjoy free sand castle building lessons, beach themed food and mucis, pictures with Santa from 2-6pm. Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Noon – 8pm, 480-270-5000. DEC 14 Spa Lamar Valentine Anytime Day (SCOTTSDALE) The spa celebrates the 14th of every month the same way they do Valentines Day, with complimentary sweets, treats and sparkling cider and you can even bring your own bottle of bubbly to sip by the pool. Call 480-945-7066 to make an appointment.

DEC 18 Art Walk (CHANDLER) Fine art, dozen of local artists, free kids art activities, great eateries and unique shops. Historic Downtown Chandler, 6pm – 10pm, free, 480-855-3539. DEC 18 – 19 Spirit of Giving Weekend (GLENDALE) Celebrates and showcases the numerous community organizations and non-profits which continue to make a positive impact in the lives of Valley residents. Plus enjoy 1.5 million holiday lights! Historic Downtown Glendale, 6pm – 10pm, free, 623-930-2299. DEC 31 New Year’s Eve Party (FORT MCDOWELL) Light up the night this New Year’s Eve! Make your New Year’s Sparkle with a complete night of entertainment. Play, dance, indulge and win! Party favors and a champagne toast at midnight while supplies last. Call 1-800-THE-FORT for more information or visit fortmcdowellcasino.com. DEC 31 Circle K New Year’s Eve Block Party (TEMPE) Downtown Tempe will be transformed into one big celebration from University Drive down to 3rd Street. From 6pm-1am enjoy interactive games and activities, musical entertainment, gourmet food trucks, fireworks and more, 480-355-6060. DEC 31 New Year’s Eve at Talking Stick Resort (SCOTTSDALE) Get ready to bid farewell to 2015 at Talking Stick Resort! The resort is ringing in the New Year with three bashes complete with live headline performances, dinner, two nights of hotel accommodations and a New Year’s Day brunch. To make a reservation, please call 1 (866) 877-9897. 23

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Sedona, Prescott + N Central AZ ALL MONTH FREE Play & FREE Live Entertainment (PINETOP) Hon-Dah Resort Casino and Conference Center features 800 of the newest slots & poker poker room and 128 oversized hotel rooms. Enjoy FREE live entertainment Monday - Saturday at Timbers Lounge. PLUS, get $50 in FREE PLAY (one time prize) with our coupon (see page 4 for coupon and details). 1-800-WAY-UP-HI (800929-8744). ALL MONTH Out of Africa Wildlife Park (CAMP VERDE) Experience a completely different view of wildlife where exotic animals from around the world roam in spacious habitats. And with exciting shows like Tiger Splash and Predator Feed, Out of Africa is like nothing you’ve ever seen. Open daily, 928-567-2840 (See Page 61 for coupon) ALL MONTH Live Entertainment at REDs (SEDONA) Acclaimed for its lively and comfortable atmosphere, REDS restaurant at the Sedona Rouge features live evening entertainment daily, 6-9pm, 928-282-5321. MONDAYS Football Madness (CAMP VERDE) Are you ready for some football? Watch the game on a 12 foot HDTV screen, enjoy a stadium style buffet, featuring home-team-themed items along with tailgate favorites. Win Castle Cash and prizes. Cliff Castle Casino Hotel, $10, 800-381-SLOT. FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS Live Entertainment & Dance (CAMP VERDE) Cliff Castle Casino Hotel’s Dragonfly Nightclub is the place to enjoy live music, dancing and fun every Friday & Saturday night starting at 9pm, 800-381-SLOT.

THROUGH JAN 1 World’s Largest Gingerbread Village (PRESCOTT) Enjoy a fantastical village of 100+ delicious structures in the lobby of the Prescott Resort & Conference Center, free viewing 24/7 thru Jan 1st, 800-266-7534. NOV 27 – JAN 2 (FRI & SAT) Wildlights and Animal Sights (PRESCOTT) Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary will be lighted with festive holiday decorations and spectacular light displays, 6 – 9pm, 928-778-4242. DEC 3 - 5 Festival of Trees (SEDONA) Area artists and galleries will have Art inspired trees vignettes. The trees all have different themes and incorporate different materials and will be up for silent auction and on display in the 2nd floor Terrace at Tlaquepaque, 11-7pm, 928-282-4838. DEC 3 – JAN 3 (THU-SUN) Tinsel Town at Posse Grounds (SEDONA) Enjoy a fantastic walking holiday light display every Thursday through Sunday. Located at Posse Grounds Park in the picnic ramada area, 6pm-9pm, 928-282-7098. DEC 4 Holiday Tree Lighting & Santa Visit (SEDONA) Come watch the lighting of the community’s 20’ tree and Santa’s arrival. Hear seasonal favorites from local carolers and youth music groups, and enjoy hot cocoa or cider & cookies, 5-7pm, 928-204-2390. DEC 4 - 13 Sedona Restaurant Week (SEDONA) Experience a selection of specially priced meals ($22, $33, $44) from a wide variety of Sedona’s restaurants. Guests will enjoy threecourse, prix-fixe dinner menus including an appetizer, entrée and dessert, SedonaRestaurantWeek.com.

DEC 5 Parade & Courthouse Christmas Lighting (PRESCOTT) Ring in the holiday season with the 33rd Annual parade at 1pm, followed by the Courthouse Lighting Ceremony at 6pm. Musical groups at 4pm. Prescott Courthouse Plaza, free, 800-266-7534. DEC 11 Acker Musical Showcase (PRESCOTT) Enjoy over 100 musicians performing all around downtown area shops, 5:30-8:30 pm, free, 800-266-7534. DEC 12 Festival of Lights (SEDONA) A cherished tradition which involves the lighting of 6000 luminarias in Tlaquepaque’s courtyards & walkways at 5 pm. Ride the free trolley from the Uptown Municipal Parking lot to Tlaquepaque with continuous service from 3pm - 8:30pm, 928-282-4838. DEC 18 The Tribute, Shania Twain and Tim McGraw (PINETOP) Hon-Dah Resort Casino and Conference Center, doors open 7pm, show 8pm, $10 per person, $79 Room package includes room and two tickets, call 800-9298744. Must be 21 years of age or older. DEC 31 New Years Eve Party (CAMP VERDE) Ring in the New Year at Cliff Castle Casino Hotel! Call 800-381SLOT for reservations & event details. DEC 31 Whiskey Row New Years Eve’s Boot Drop (PRESCOTT) Head on down to historic Whiskey Row to enjoy entertainment, amazing fireworks and fantastic local vendors. The illuminated cowboy boot will be lowered from the 40-foot high Palace Building’s flagpole at 10pm and again at midnight, 800-266-7534.

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Capture the Fall Festival Season Amidst the Carefree Desert Gardens

November 6th - 8th 22nd Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival, Thunderbird Artists November 20th - 22nd Carefree Art & Culinary Experience November 27th - 29th 4th Annual Carefree Fine Art of the Southwest Festival December 11th - 13th 8th Annual Carefree Christmas Festival The Town of Carefree welcomes visitors to experience our 2015 Fall Festival Season among the Carefree Desert Gardens, open 365 days a year. Treat yourself and take in the views of the iconic Carefree Sundial, new reflective pools and all that the Sonoran Desert has to offer. Life as it should be! Carefree.

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Williams, Flagstaff + N AZ ALL MONTH Meteor Crater (FLAGSTAFF) Come and relive the intensity of the impact at Meteor Crater, located off Interstate 40 at Exit 233, 30 minutes from Flagstaff. Enjoy guided tours, an Interactive Discovery Center, Gift Shop, Theater and Subway Sandwich shop. Save $5 off Two Adult Admissions with Ad on Page 73! 800-289-5898.

the park after normal operating hours and stroll among the beautifully lit pine trees that are synchronized to traditional Christmas music. Runs Friday, Saturday & Sundays nights from Nov 29 - Dec 13, then nightly from Dec 14 – 28. Bearizona, 928-635-2289. (See Page 31 for article)

THROUGH DEC 5 Festival of Trees (FLAGSTAFF) Start your Holiday season in the most amazing way with a magical festival showcasing trees, lights, wreaths and other beautiful displays created by the local Flagstaff community. The Arboretum, Fridays & Saturdays 4-7pm, Sundays 1-4pm, 928-774-1442.

DEC 5 – 6 Fine Craft Sale & Artist Marketplace (FLAGSTAFF) Features 20 unique local artists in a marketplace setting. Shop here for the holiday season and give gifts that are one-ofa-kind, handmade works of art. Plus, artist demonstrations, music, hot apple cider and cookies. Coconino Center for the Arts, Sat 10-5pm, Sun Noon-4pm, free, 928-779-2300.

NOV 29 – DEC 28 Wild Wonderland at Bearizona (WILLIAMS) Enjoy the magic of Bearizona at night! Visitors will enter

DEC 12 Geminid Metoer Shower (FLAGSTAFF) Family-friendly activities designed to teach visitors about the

cause of meteor showers at 6 and 8 pm. Learn about the source of the Geminid Meteor Shower and get viewing tips during a lecture at 7 pm. Lowell Observatory, 928-233-3211. DEC 13 Christmas in the Mountains! (FLAGSTAFF) An extravaganza of holiday music featuring Master Chorale of Flagstaff, the Flagstaff Youth Chorale, the NAU Harold M. Harter Memorial Handbell choir with chamber orchestra, brass and percussion. Ardrey Auditorium, NAU Campus, 3-5pm, tickets 928-523-5661. DEC 31 The Great Pine Cone Drop (FLAGSTAFF) Ring in the New Year in classic Flagstaff tradition as the giant, LED-Lighted Pine Cone is lowered from the top of the Historic Weatherford Hotel. 10pm for families & again at Midnight, 928-779-1919.

Tucson + Southern AZ ALL MONTH Cave Tours (BENSON) Kartchner Caverns State Park, nestled in southern Arizona’s Whetstone Mountains, is a colorful still living and growing cave with stunning wet limestone formations that adorn its walls. On the guided cave tours, visitors view dynamic structures such as icicle-like stalactites and giant stalagmites that rise from the ground. To reserve tickets call 520-586-2283 or visit AZStateParks.com. DEC 4 – 5 Luminaria Nights (TUBAC) The streets are lined with luminaries and the stores are open until 9 pm. Enjoy great homemade food, music and Santa Claus! Tubac Village. Please call 520-398-2704 for additional information.

DEC 4 - 23 ZOOlights at Reid Park Zoo (TUCSON) Guaranteed to put you in the winter spirit with jingle bells, twinkling lights, lighted animal sculptures, visits with Santa, and live entertainment nightly. Reid Park Zoo, 6pm – 8pm, 520-791-4022. DEC 5 – 6 La Fiesta de Tumacácori (TUMACÁCORI) Celebrate the culture of the Upper Santa Cruz River Valley at Tumacacori National Historic Park. The fiesta features fifty food and craft booths, continuous live entertainment on, and children’s activities each day, 10am, free, 520-377-5060. DEC 11 Lighting of the Luminaries (TOMBSTONE) Once a year the courthouse is illuminated by candle-

light. Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park, 6-8pm, 888-457-3929. DEC 11 - 13 4th Avenue Winter Street Fair (TUCSON) 400+ arts and crafts booths, 35+ food vendors, two stages, street musicians, jugglers, carnival food, a kids’ art area, face painting and more. Between Ninth St. and University Blvd. along Fourth Avenue, 10 am to dusk, free, 520-624-5004 for more information. DEC 19 Downtown Parade of Lights (TUCSON) Holiday-theme street parade with decorated floats, vehicles, and entertainers. Visit Santa Claus at the Historic Train Depot plus horsedrawn carriage tours. Downtown Tucson, 6:30pm – 8pm, free, 520837-6504.

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inter, Spring, Summer or Fall… no matter what time of year you visit the Valley of the Sun, there will be much to see and do. The Sonoran Desert ‘s natural beauty begins with rugged mountains, Saguaro cactus towering over adventure trails, and pink and orange sunsets you thought you only read about in Western novels. POPULAR DESTINATIONS INCLUDE: Phoenix – still has real cowboys and rugged mountains. Projected against this rich backdrop is a panorama of urban sophistication: resorts and spas that drop jaws and soothe souls. Stadiums and arenas worthy of the world’s biggest sports spectacles. Restaurants with inspired cuisine and magnificent patio views. Golf courses that beckon players the year round. Shopping centers as stylish as the fashions they house. 877-225-5749 Scottsdale – By day, our sunny skies and lush desert setting create an ideal backdrop for outdoor adventures, championship golf, relaxing spa treatments and upscale shopping. By night, acclaimed chefs, ArtWalks and dozens of wine bars, lounges and performing arts venues await. And, throughout your stay, our resorts and hotels will pamper you with plush accommodations and the exceptional customer service for which Scottsdale is so well known. 480-421-1004 Carefree / Cave Creek – Vast stretches of the wide-open Sonoran Desert, pristine mountain vistas, giant boulder formations, a sparkling lake and towering saguaro cacti are all part of the magical landscape waiting for you. Stroll around and visit our unique shops and galleries, enjoy a great meal, try a sarsaparilla at a real Western saloon or just kick back and watch the sun set. At night, the stars shine so big and bright they seem close enough to touch. 480-488-3381 Fountain Hills – You literally can’t miss the World Famous Fountain – the town centerpiece. Nearby galleries and shops feature clothing, art, and fine jewelry including the Arizona Amethyst. An extensive public art collection, history museum, art festivals and

concerts make Fountain Hills/ Fort McDowell the Gem of the Valley. Outdoor enthusiasts can hike or bike 50-plus miles of trails or pick from five PGA golf courses. 480-837-1654 Glendale – is home to one of the hottest sports and entertainment districts in the country as well as the world’s top concerts and shows, signature restaurants, nightclubs and shopping. Glendale offers families endless fun thanks to Arizona’s biggest water park, a wildlife zoo and aquarium, a chocolate factory, nearby theaters, museums and more. Outdoor enthusiasts will relish our fairways, tennis courts, hiking trails and nearby regional lake. 623-930-4500 AZ

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4. WESTWIND AIR SERVICE – Find the Adventure in YOU! Come Fly With Us and experience the most beautiful locations in Arizona. With tours to Sedona, the Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Monument Valley and even custom itineraries, Westwind is dedicated to helping you find the perfect tour that will fill your day with memories that will last a lifetime! 888-869-0866. 5. HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES – Embark on an unforgettable journey as you soar over the gorgeous Sonoran desert in a Hot Air Balloon! Daily flights available with Rainbow Ryders - 623-215-0347 or Hot Air Expeditions - 480-502-6999. 6. GREAT LIVE ENTERTAINMENT – Old Town Scottsdale serves up live entertainment 7 days and 7 nights at places like the Rusty Spur Saloon 480-425-7787, the Park Place Bar & Grill - 480-424-6819 and the Old Town Tavern - 480-9452882.

8. TALKING STICK RESORT – a luxurious Four-Diamond Scottsdale Resort where fun is limited only by your imagination. Enjoy Vegas-style entertainment, panoramic views at Orange Sky Restaurant, 36-holes of championship golf, relaxing spa treatments and fabulous live entertainment. 480-850-7777. 9. MACDONALD’S RANCH – The premier horseback riding stable in the Valley of the Sun. Enjoy Trail Rides, Hayrides and Cookouts, Stagecoach Rides, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Western Games and more! 480-5850239. 10. HALL OF FLAME MUSEUM – America’s largest firefighting museum. Six indoor air conditioned galleries display over 35,000 square feet of exhibits which tell the story of firefighting in America and Great Britain. 602-275-3473. AZ

7. EXPLORE A DESERT MASTERPIECE – Frank Lloyd Wright began building Taliesin West in 1937 as his personal winter home, studio, and architectural campus. Visitors can enjoy a broad range of guided public tours. 888-516-0811

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earizona is open year round and winter is a great time to visit! The animals look beautiful sporting their lustrous fur coats and they enjoy the change in temperature and scenery that winter brings. Families heading to the North Country this holiday season can enjoy the Bearizona adventure during the day where they will be able to enjoy the entire park and see all of the animals during normal operating hours, or opt to come in at night for Wild Wonderland, which is Bearizonaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s version of zoo lights. Wild Wonderland allows visitors to enjoy the magic of Bearizona at night! Visitors will enter the park after normal operating hours and stroll among the beautifully lit pine trees that are synchronized to traditional Christmas music. Guests can purchase a yummy treat or holiday beverage to warm themselves up as they meander through the forest watching the beautiful light show. Mrs. Claus will be here for an extra special Storytime nightly. Bearizonaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collection of program animals will also be viewable nightly in an open house format. Wild Wonderland will be held on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights starting November 29th through December 13th. Beginning Monday, December 14th the event will run nightly through December 28. Come enjoy the holiday season, Bearizona style at our Wild Wonderland event! More information can be found at www.bearizona.com. AZ

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7373 E. Scottsdale Mall, Ste. 6 Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-424-6819 • theparkplaceaz.com Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with an amazing variety of fresh ingredients. Enjoy a Coffee/Espresso Bar, large comfortable patio and live music nightly. Happy Hour 4-7pm, every Monday thru Friday. Located directly on the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall in Old Town Scottsdale.

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7245 East Main St. Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-425-7787 www.rustyspursaloon.com Scottsdale’s last real cowboy saloon serves up great live country and western music daily. It’s located in a historic building in Old Town Scottsdale that used to be a bank and the walls are decorated with dollar bills, license plates and all kinds of American memorabilia. Lunch served daily from 11 - 4pm.

VENETO TRATTORIA ITALIANA 6137 N. Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85250 480-948-9928 www.venetotrattoria.com Casual and moderately priced, Veneto Trattoria offers light, Northern Italian cuisine with a Venetian accent. Located in Hilton Village, the restaurant is known for its hand-fashioned pastas and gnocchi and luscious risottos. Menu highlights include Venetian-style squid, calves’ liver and dried salt cod, called baccala. An extensive wine list offers a wide selection of Italian and California wines. Enjoy dining on the patio or inside where the atmosphere let’s you drift off to Italy! Lunch Mon-Sat 11:30am-2:30pm Dinner 5-10pm.

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GILBERT ORTEGA GALLERY 3925 N Scottsdale Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-990-1808 Gilbert Ortega is a nationally recognized dealer of Native American Art and Jewelry that has been operating for over 50 years. Located in Old Town Scottsdale at Main Street & Scottsdale Road. 3 0 6 360 6 30

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360 RITZY RAGS & SHOES 8787 N. Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85253 480-596-0533 ritzyragsandshoes.com One of the leading ladies clothing, shoe and accessory boutiques in the Valley for over 24 years. Featuring lines like Alberto Makali, Not your Daughters Jeans, City Girl, Helle comfort and many more. Come see why everyone is talking about Ritzy Rags and Shoes!

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360 SAMI FINE JEWELRY 16704 E. Ave of the Fountains Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 480-837-8168 www.samifinejewelry.com Voted one of America’s Top 5 “Cool Jewelry Stores”, Sami’s is the destination for Arizona gemstones such as The Arizona Four Peaks Amethyst, Arizona “Anthill” Garnet, and Arizona Peridot. Find Hearts on Fire Diamonds, to exotic gemstones.

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360 THE SHOPS GAINEY VILLAGE 8787 North Scottsdale Road Scottsdale, AZ 85253 theshopsgaineyvillage.com Experience a distinctive blend of one-of-a-kind local boutiques, trendy eateries and fine dining destinations. This outdoor shopping district is conveniently located in the heart of Scottsdale at the intersection of Scottsdale Road on Doubletree Ranch Road.

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MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES in Carefree & Cave Creek 1. AN INSTITUTION OF THE OLD WEST – Harold’s Corral is THE place in Cave Creek for good food, great music and a dang’ good time. Hitch yer hat, hang yer hoss and kick back to enjoy some good times eatin’, drinkin’ and dancin’. 480-488-1906 2. CAREFREE BOTANICAL GARDENS - The gardens weave their way along Carefree’s Easy Street among features that include the Carefree Sundial, the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion, a waterfall, art and sculptures, plus numerous shops and restaurants. Open daily during daylight hours. Enjoy Free WiFi provided by the Town of Carefree. 3. AFTERNOON TEA ANYONE? – The English Rose Tea Room in Carefree offers an extensive menu of authentic foods served with loose leaf teas in a truly unique and authentic Victorian atmosphere. 480488-4812 4. THE TOWN DUMP – There is no way to describe the Town Dump in Cave Creek, except to say that it’s one of the most unique shopping experiences. 480-488-9047 40

5. THE SPA AT CAREFREE – Step inside, & enjoy exclusive services for men and women a full array of skin care therapies, aromatherapy, hair salon services and body treatments. Carefree Resort & Conference Center, 888-692-4343. 6. RANCHO MANANA GOLF CLUB - Voted one of Arizona’s most scenic golf courses. Book your tee time at this par-70 championship course nestled in the heart of the Sonoran desert in Cave Creek - 480488-0398.

9. BAGS & RAGS – Enjoy shopping at this intimate ladies boutique with fun, flirty clothing, handbags and accessories on Easy Street in Carefree. 480-575-3114 10. FRONTIER TOWN – Wooden boardwalks lead to many fun and wonderful gift shops, surrounded by antiques, wagons and western artifacts. One of the last old west towns in Arizona, and full of history and folklore passed down over the years. AZ

7. WILD HOLLY GALLERY – Strolling along Easy Street in downtown Carefree, this gem beckons shoppers to come a bit closer. The steel kinetic wind sculpture turning in the breeze captures the attention of arts and culture aficionados the world over. 480-595-8757 8. CAVE CREEK MUSEUM – Started in 1968 by a small group of volunteers, the Museum’s mission is to preserve the artifacts of the prehistory, culture and legacy of the Cave Creek/Carefree foothills area through education, research and interpretive exhibits. 480488-2764

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the wonders of the cosmos at the Challenger Space Center. 480-488-1906 5. UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX STADIUM - Home of the NFC Champions Arizona Cardinals, and is also adjacent to Westgate City Center. Call for special events or take a tour of this massive stadium. 623433-7100 6. STROLL IN THE GARDENS – 1,000 cactus, trees and shrubs await you desert style, where you’ll enjoy a self-guided tour at Xeriscape Botanical Garden. Don’t forget to stop by the library to check out a listening wand, so you may learn the names of the foliage. 623-930-3596 7. FOR THE “CHOC-O-HOLIC” IN ALL OF US – The Cerreta Candy Company has been making candy by hand for over 40 years. Enjoy a guided tour at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Monday thru Friday and a nonguided video tour anytime. 623-930-9000

in the Maricopa County Park System in 1954, and once you hike or bike in it, you’ll understand why. 623-932-3811 9. PACK A ROMANTIC PICNIC LUNCH – The crown jewel of Glendale’s park system, Sahuaro Ranch Park offers users both a recreational and historic experience. This park is unique with it’s historic ranch buildings and wonderful flora. 623-930-4200 10. LAKE PLEASANT REGIONAL PARK – One of the most scenic water recreation areas in the “Valley of the Sun”, the park offers many activities, such as camping, boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Turn off your mobile phone and unleash some family fun! 602-372-7460 AZ

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aried and vibrant aptly describe the north central region. The famous Red Rocks of Sedona. The bar where Wyatt Earp and Doc Holiday drank whiskey. The mining town carved on a hillside. With four seasons and something for everyone, this region begs to be seen and will not soon be forgotten.

POPULAR DESTINATIONS INCLUDE: Sedona – Often called “Red Rock Country” Sedona is a four seasons playground for everyone – whether you’re into history and archaeology; arts and culture; power shopping; outdoor sports; or the spiritual and metaphysical, imagine doing all this in a backdrop of some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. Indeed, this picturesque city is surrounded by red-rock monoliths named Coffeepot, Cathedral and Thunder Mountain. At the north end of the city is the stunning Oak Creek Canyon, a breathtaking chasm that even today, is wildly wonderful. 800-288-7336 Prescott – Just 90 minutes north of Phoenix, “Everybody’s Hometown” is an ideal destination for golfers, outdoor adventure seekers, and western history buffs. From its majestic rock formations at Granite Dells to five area lakes to more than 450 miles of wellgroomed hiking, biking and horseback riding trails, Prescott knows no boundaries for exploring the area’s stunning natural beauty. The downtown Courthouse Plaza is Prescott’s historic heart. The plaza is bordered by the famous Whiskey Row, known to have hosted the likes of Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday--and still hosts eclectic boutiques, galleries, antique shops, and restaurants. 800-266-7534 Jerome – After the mines closed in 1953 and “King Copper” left town, the population went from a peak of 15,000 in the 1920s to a low of 50 people. The Jerome Historical Society guarded the buildings against vandalism and the elements, the Douglas Mansion became a

State Park in 1965, and Jerome became a National Historic Landmark in 1976. During the 60’s and 70’s, Jerome offered a haven for artists. Soon newcomers and Jerome old timers were working together to bring Jerome back to life. Today, Jerome is very much alive with writers, artists, artisans, musicians, historians, and families. 928-634-2900 AZ

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EXPOSURES INTERNATIONAL GALLERY OF FINE ART 561 State Route 179 Sedona, AZ 86336 928-282-1125 • 800-526-7668 www.exposuresfineart.com Enjoy a diversity of art including amazing bronze and stone sculptures, original oil and acrylic paintings, fine art jewelry, and an array of glass art. Exposures International Gallery has an impressive 20,000 square feet of art display that includes every style from classical to contemporary.

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3505 Camp Verde Bridgeport Hwy Camp Verde, AZ 86322 928-567-2840 www.outofafricapark.com Call us wild. Call of crazy. Just don’t call us a zoo. Exotic animals from all over the world roam in spacious habitats, so you can see their natural behavior up-close. And, with exciting shows like Tiger Splash, Wonders of Wildlife, and the Predator Feed, Out of Africa is like nothing you’ve ever seen. Mention AZKEY15 for Savings! 3 0 6 360 6 30

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844-711-7465 www.pinkjeep.com Since 1958, Pink Jeep Tours has been providing the most talked about off-road adventures in the Southwest. Our award-winning excursions are known as the premier “must-do” tours in Sedona. The exclusive Broken Arrow, Ancient Ruin and Diamondback Gulch tours take you places you may never imagined existed. Open everyday year round, You gotta do it!

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MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES in Sedona 1. MUST DO ADVENTURE! – Pink Jeep’s Sedona Jeep Tours have thrilled visitors for over 50 years! The Premier Broken Arrow, Ancient Ruin, and Diamondback Gulch tours take you places you may never imagined existed. 844-7117465

5. DISCOVER AUTHENTIC NATIVE AMERICAN ART & ARTIFACTS – Kachina House is the ultimate destination for authentic Native American art, artifacts, pottery and jewelry. Find Kachina dolls, Hopi Baskets, Hopi Kachina dolls, and so much more. 866-587-0547

unique shops live in harmony at Tlaquepaque (pronounced Tla-keh-pah-keh), nestled beneath the shade of the sycamores on the banks of beautiful Oak Creek. Wander, shop, eat, drink and refresh the body and soul. 928-2824838

2. COME OUT AND PLAY – The entertainment destination on the way to Sedona is Cliff Castle Casino - Hotel. Enjoy fun for the whole family including Bowling, Kid’s Quest, fabulous dining, newly renovated accommodations and of course great slot and table gaming. 800-381-SLOT

6. SEDONA AIR TOURS – The most-trusted and well known helicopter and airplane tour company in Sedona. Take a tour in a jet-powered helicopter to view the fantastic formations of the red rocks of Sedona, or fly to the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Lake Powell, Rainbow Bridge, Skywalk in an airplane. 888.866.7433 Mention KEY2015 for Special Savings.

9. SPIRITUAL AWAKENING – Sedona’s reputation as a spiritual mecca and global power spot has drawn some of our planet’s most amazing healers, artists and spiritual guides. Experience the body, mind and soul. 928-300-7796

3. OUT OF AFRICA WILDLIFE PARK – Watch exotic animals roam in spacious habitats plus exciting shows like Tiger Splash & Predator Feed. Use Promo code AZKEY15 for special savings. 928-567-2840 4. GOLF AMIDST THE RED ROCKS – Oakcreek Country Club boasts a Robert Trent Jones Sr. and Robert Trent Jones Jr. design. This 18-hole championship golf course is nestled in the majestic Sedona red rocks with views beyond compare. 888-284-1660

7. EXPOSURES INTERNATIONAL GALLERY OF FINE ART – Enjoy a diversity of art including amazing bronze and stone sculptures, original oil and acrylic paintings, fine art jewelry, and an array of glass art. Exposures International Gallery has an impressive 20,000 square feet of art display that includes every style from classical to contemporary. 800-526-7668

10. CHAPEL OF THE HOLY CROSS – One of Sedona’s earliest landmarks, the Chapel rises two-hundred feet above ground surface between two red rock formations that accentuate its 90-foot tall cross. Must-see. AZ

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MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES in Prescott 1. WHISKEY ROW – Whiskey Row is a vibrant center of activity in downtown Prescott, and while the number of saloons has decreased greatly from a century ago, you’ll be at no loss to find a great place to eat, to view exemplary works of art, or to simply cool your heels and people-watch. 2. SHARLOT HALL MUSEUM - Prescott is home of the restored territorial Governor’s Mansion built in 1864. The Museum features seven historic buildings, compelling exhibits and beautiful gardens, which serve as the setting for numerous public festivals. 928-445-3122 3. HASSAYAMPA INN & HASSAYAMPA INN SPIRITS LOUNGE - A must for savvy travelers searching for a relaxing respite from life’s hustle and bustle. Yesteryear’s charm combines with today’s modern amenities to make the Hassayampa Inn a haven for sophisticated guests seeking a sense of pampered well-being. 928-778-9434 4. PRESCOTT STATION Globally inspired cuisine that offers a little something for everyone. Conveniently located 66

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of basketry, pottery, weavings and many other artifacts. A must-see when in Prescott. 928-445-1230

5. CITY OF PRESCOTT LAKES - With kayak, canoe and bicycle rental at all three lakes via Prescott Outdoors, you’ll have no problem planning your outdoor escape to enjoy all the natural bounty that Northern Arizona has to offer. 928-9251410

9. HIKING IN PRESCOTT – Don’t miss the Mile-High Trail System in and around Prescott containing approximately 28 miles of beautiful trails, including Rails-to-Trails projects along the former Santa Fe Railroad, the Prescott Circle Trail System, and the Greenways Trails System.

6. HERITAGE PARK ZOOLOGICAL SANCTUARY - A non-profit wildlife sanctuary, dedicated to the conservation and protection of native and exotic animals. Open year round, the sanctuary provides a source of recreation, education and entertainment for all ages. 877-778-6008

10. ANTIQUE ROW - Browse and shop in the relaxed, friendly atmosphere where specialty boutiques and interesting galleries offer shoppers a delightful diversion. This historic city has long been known as one of the West’s best places to shop for antiques. AZ

7. ANTELOPE HILLS GOLF COURSE - Features 36 holes of championship golf in the beautiful mountains of northern Arizona. At an elevation of 5,000 ft., the two courses sport bent grass greens and bluegrass. 928-777-1888 8. THE SMOKI MUSEUM – This treasure documents early Native American history of regional tribes through a variety

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Grand Canyon and Northern Arizona

ne of the natural wonders of the world. The mighty Colorado River. Painted deserts. What more could you ask for? Northern Arizona invites you to indulge your sense of adventure and wonder. Hike it, drive it, ski it, fly over it, float down it – just be sure to get here and immerse yourself in it. POPULAR DESTINATIONS INCLUDE: Grand Canyon – The canyon is a spectacular experience at any time of year. Whatever the season... spring, summer, fall, winter... each brings an intimate mood to the splendor of the Grand Canyon that will make your first visit very special. Savor the delicate fragrance of spring wildflowers as you stroll along the Canyon Rim. Enjoy a fresh summer breeze rich with the scent of pine following a brief afternoon thundershower. Discover color that only nature can create in the fall flowers and canyon oaks as they prepare for the coming winter season. See winter clouds hanging heavy over the Canyon after a fresh snow, lifting like a theatre curtain to reveal nature’s newest spectacle. In every season the Grand Canyon is a spectacular vision Flagstaff – Surrounded by natural wonders like the Grand Canyon, Flagstaff offers dozens of inns, a multitude of hotel and motel accommodations, conference and meeting venues, more than 200 restaurants, numerous night spots, and a variety of cultural, historic and scientific attractions. Visitors from all over the world are attracted to the clean mountain air, year-round outdoor recreation opportunities, historic downtown charm and our Western legacy of pioneer ranchers, railroad builders and lumbermen. 800-956-6123 or flagstaffarizona.org. Williams – While today’s visitors can experience the modern amenities seen in most tourist destinations, they are also invited to personally share in the history and nostalgia of this mountain community. Founded in the late 1800’s by ranchers, railroaders, and lumbermen,

remnants of those early days are still visible in the buildings, streets, and neighborhoods of modern-day Williams. Saloons, bordellos, and shops have been brought back to life and visitors can now stroll the brick sidewalks of the historic district, enjoying the sights and sounds of times now nearly gone. 800863-0646 AZ

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“The Grand Canyon fills me with awe. It is beyond comparison--beyond description; absolutely unparalleled throughout the wide world .... Let this great wonder of nature remain as it now is. Do nothing to mar its grandeur, sublimity and loveliness. You cannot improve on it. But what you can do is to keep it for your children, your children’s children, and all who come after you, as the one great sight which every American should see.”  — President Theodore Roosevelt ENJOYING THE SOUTH RIM Individual interests, available time, weather, and health considerations can influence your visit to the South Rim. Use the information available on the web site, www.nps.gov/grca/, to help plan your visit. Once you arrive in the park, read The Guide and talk with the rangers for up-to-the-minute information. Elevations along the rim vary from 6650 feet (2030 m) at Hermits Rest to more than 7400 feet (2260 m) at Desert View near the East Entrance. Summer temperatures are pleasant along the rim, but increase rapidly as you descend into the canyon. Low humidity makes for big temperature differences between day and night. The low humidity and high elevation also means that it is important to drink water frequently. Afternoon thundershowers are common in July, August, and early September. Windy conditions prevail in April and May. Snow may fall as early as November. Winter snowstorms continue into March. Many miles of roads along the rim feature numerous pullouts to enjoy the views. Hermit Road to Hermit Rest is open to private vehicles only from December through February. The free shuttle bus system provides a worryfree way to explore the developed areas of the rim. 70

The Rim Trail winds along the rim for more than 13 miles (21 km), much of it paved and suitable for visitors in wheelchairs. The Greenway, a broad, paved pathway suitable for hikers, bicyclists, and wheelchairs, leads two miles (3 km) from Grand Canyon Visitor Center to Grand Canyon Village. A separate segment heads east from Hermits Rest along the rim. The Bright Angel and South Kaibab trails descend steeply into the canyon. Rangers present programs—walks, talks, and evening presentations—throughout the year. All activities are free. Check in The Guide for programs during your stay. VISITOR CENTERS The National Park Service staffs several visitor centers on the South Rim. All are open every day of the year; hours vary seasonally. Grand Canyon Visitor Center Located near Mather Point The largest visitor center on the South Rim is a good stop for an introduction to Grand Canyon and for assistance in planning your visit.

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Yavapai Geology Museum On Yavapai Point Displays explain the geology and formation of the canyon. Memorable views unfold from the picture windows and nearby overlooks.

IN THE PARK An authorized concessioner provides a variety of lodging options within the park. Reservations should be made well in advance as facilities tend to be full for much of the year. Prices vary from approximately $70.00 to more than $400.00. Located at the bottom of Grand Canyon, Phantom Ranch offers overnight lodging in dormitories or individual cabins. Advanced reservations are required. Contact Xanterra Parks and Resorts, www. grandcanyonlodges.com, (888) 297-2757.

Verkamp’s Visitor Center East of El Tovar Hotel Housed in the former Verkamp’s Curios, displays tell the story of the South Rim community. Tusayan Museum 3 miles west of the East Entrance Exhibits provide a glimpse of the rich Native American cultures, both past and present. A short trail circles an 800-year-old ancestral Puebloan village.

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MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES in Northern Arizona 1. BEARIZONA – This Wildlife Park in Williams allows visitors to drive into the wilderness and witness herd and pack life from the safety and comfort of a private vehicle. From adorable bear cubs to High Country Raptors, this is a must do adventure! 928-635-2289 2. EXPERIENCE THE IMPACT! – Visit the world’s best preserved meteorite impact site at Meteor Crater just minutes from Interstate 40 near Winslow. The Visitor center offers guided tours, an Interactive Discovery Center, Gift Shop, Theater and more. 800-289-5898 See Ad Page 73 for Savings. 3. OPEN A WINDOW ON THE UNIVERSE – Peer through the telescope that Percival Lowell used to sketch Mars or the telescope that helped Clyde Tombaugh discover Pluto. Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff offers guided tours, telescope viewings and more. 928-233-3211 4. WESTWIND AIR SERVICE – Find the Adventure in YOU! Come Fly With Us and experience the most beautiful locations in Arizona. With tours to Sedona, the Grand Canyon, 74

Lake Powell, Monument Valley and even custom itineraries, Westwind is dedicated to helping you find the perfect tour that will fill your day with memories that will last a lifetime! 888-869-0866. 5. THE GREAT CHASM – 12 miles wide. One mile deep. Hike the Bright Angel trail, shop for Native American jewelry, enjoy a hot cocoa at El Tovar, and float the Colorado River. Whether you are seeking adventure or solitude, The South Rim at the Grand Canyon has it all. 928-638-7888 6. TWIN ARROWS CASINO RESORT – Enjoy promotions, gourmet dining, excellent gaming, luxury guest rooms and more. Join the players club for special offers. Twin Arrows Casino Resort, Flagstaff, 855946-8946. 7. NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC VISITOR CENTER – Located at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, watch the famous IMAX movie! Then enjoy one of the new Pink Jeep Grand Canyon Tours - a must do adventure! 928-638-2468 (Visitor Center) 844-711-7465 (Pink Jeep)

8. GET YOUR KICKS ON ROUTE 66 – Whether it is through preservation of the still existing historic buildings and vintage signs, or the cruising experience overall, we love to be connected to our love of the road. Visit Williams, Flagstaff, Winslow and Kingman for a trip back in time. 9. HOVER OVER IT ALL AT GRAND CANYON WEST – The Skywalk, managed by the Hualapai Tribe, consists of a horseshoe shaped steel frame with glass floor and sides that projects about 70 feet (21 m) from the canyon rim. Tours also include other points of interest and unique canyon views. 928-769-2636 10. STEP BACK IN TIME – The Petrified Forest has plant and animal fossils going back over 200 million years. Some petrified logs found in the park measure over 190 feet! 928-524-6228 AZ

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Tucson and Southern Arizona

ith its towering saguaros standing guard, Southern Arizona is an impressive region filled with wonders of nature, steeped in history, and rich in culture. You can tour a Spanish Colonial mission and explore stunning caves. You can shop for antiques and dine in style. You can stay at world-class resorts and play golf amid splendorous landscapes. POPULAR DESTINATIONS INCLUDE: Bisbee – located 90 miles southeast of Tucson, Bisbee sends visitors back to a time when the Wild West was blossoming. Famous for the historic Copper Queen Mine, strolling the sidewalks of this southwestern gem lets you relish in art galleries, gourmet restaurants, coffee houses and antique shops. A visit to the wonderfully restored Victorian neighborhoods set on the hillsides will transport you to Europe. 866-2BISBEE Tombstone – founded in 1877, the “Town too Tough to Die” is home to the infamous gunfight at OK Corral. Step back in time and enjoy its notorious streets lined with saloons, restaurants, shops and stores. Take in a reenactment of the bitter fight between the Earps and the Clantons. Visit Tombstone and walk where heroes and villains of the old west lived, worked and fought. 888457-3929 Tubac – notably cooler than Phoenix and Tucson, this centuries-old town lies adjacent to the Coronado National Forest. Tubac features a variety of locally owner restaurants and comfortable bed and breakfasts. Other highlights include the Art Colony of Tubac, the Tubac Presidio

State Historic Park, and the Santa Cruz River – a favorite for birdwatchers. 520-398-2704 Tucson – Boasting over 350 days of sunshine, Tucson is a mecca for outdoor adventure and golf. The city also contains an extensive arts community, world-class accommodations and spas, and a growing culinary and nightlife scene. You’ll want to take in major events such as the Tucson Culinary Festival, the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show and the Accenture Match Play Championships. Home to the University of Arizona, Tucson will keep you entertained. 800-638-8350 AZ

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MEMORABLE WAYS TO EXPLORE Southern Arizona 1. TUCSON ADVENTURES What better way to view the gorgeous landscape of Southern Arizona than from a Hot Air Balloon! Bring your camera for incredible photos. After your magic carpet ride enjoy a champagne toast! FAA Certified Pilots & Hot Air Balloons. 1-800-742-2556 • tucsonadventures.com 2. SHOP TIL YOU DROP AT FOOTHILLS MALL! Discover one of the most unique shopping experiences in southeastern Arizona. With a vast of array of stores, outlets, restaurants, eateries and entertainment venues, Foothills Mall has something for everyone! 520-219-0650 • shopfoothillsmall.com 3. ARIZONA-SONORA DESERT MUSEUM Experience the majesty of the Sonoran Desert at this fusion, zoo, botanic garden, natural history museum and art gallery nestled in the Tucson Mountains adjacent to Saguaro National Park (West). Enjoy 21 scenic acres and live animal presentations. 520-883-2701 • desertmuseum.org 4. O.K. CORRAL TOMBSTONE Tour the world’s most famous gunfight site at the O.K. Corral in Tombstone, “the town too tough to die.” Walk where Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday, Virgil and Morgan Earp fought the Clantons and McLaurys. Gunfight reenacted daily at 2 p.m. 520-457-3456 • okcorral.com

5. PIMA AIR & SPACE MUSEUM Where history takes flight! Tour one of the largest air and space museums in the world. See more than 300 aircraft and spacecraft including many of the most historically significant and technically advanced craft ever produced. 520-574-0462 • pimaair.org

9. TOHONO CHUL PARK Recognized as one of the great botanical gardens of the world. Stroll along themed nature trails and tours, dine in the Tea Room, shop the greenhouse and Museum shops. Experience art exhibitions, classes and workshops plus special events. 520-742-6455 • www.tohonochulpark.org.

6. DESERT DIAMOND CASINO TUCSON It’s time to get the party started! The casino floor is packed with the hottest slot machines and table games! Hungry? They’ve got your cravings covered. Ready to dance up a storm? Monsoon Nightclub is here. And when it’s all over, chill out in their hotel. 1-866-DDC-WINS • ddcaz.com

10. UA BIOSPHERE 2 Named one of the 50 must see “Wonders of the World”. Guided tours take you inside the world’s largest living science center dedicated to exploring future life on our planet. Located north of Tucson on Oracle Rd./ Highway 77. Open daily. 520-8386200 • B2science.org

7. KITT PEAK NATIONAL OBSERVATORY The world’s largest collection of optical telescopes is located high above the Sonoran Desert under some of the finest night skies in the world. Open daily with self and guided tours plus nightly star gazing programs by RSVP. Visitor center and Gift Shop. 520-318-8726 • www.noao.edu 8. BISBEE AFTER 5 Join us for a unique shopping and cultural experience the second Saturday of each month. The town-wide art walks features over 30 shops and galleries, artist receptions, live entertainment and refreshments. 520-432-3554 • discoverbisbee.com

11. COLOSSAL CAVE MOUNTAIN PARK Explore the ancient crystal cave which is on the National Register of Historic Places. See beautiful cave formations while your guide shares the Cave’s history, legends and geology. 520-647-7275 • colossalcave.com. 12. DEGRAZIA GALLERY IN THE SUN Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, designed and built by acclaimed Arizona artist Ted DeGrazia. Rotating exhibitions display some of the 15,000 DeGrazia originals housed at the gallery. Consignment room and gift shop. 520-299-9191 • degrazia.org

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13. OLD TUCSON STUDIOS From cowboy gunfights and daring stunts to rip-roarin’ musical revues and comedies, Old Tucson Studios offers exciting Old West entertainment. Guided tours walk you in the footsteps of movie legends like John Wayne, Clint Eastwood and hundreds more. 520-8830100 • oldtucson.com. 14. QUEEN MINE TOURS IN BISBEE Don a mining lantern, hat and slicker and ride the mine train. Five tours depart everyday from the Queen Mine Tour Building, located immediately south of Old Bisbee’s business district, off the U.S. 80 interchange. 866-432-2071 • queenminetour.com 15. KARTCHNER CAVERNS STATE PARK Experience a stunning limestone cave during a memorable 1½ hour guided tour. The Discovery Center features museums exhibits, a gift shop, theater and more. There are also campgrounds, hiking trails, picnic areas and a hummingbird garden. 520-5862283 • www.azstateparks.com/Parks/KACA/ 16. MISSION SAN XAVIER DEL BAC A National Historic Landmark, this “White Dove of the Desert” is filled with marvelous original statuary and mural paintings. Located 9 miles south of downtown Tucson. Take I-19 to exit 92 and follow signs. 520294-2624 • www.sanxaviermission.org 17. TUCSON MUSEUM OF ART AND HISTORIC BLOCK The museum features original and traveling exhibitions focusing on Art of Latin America, Art of the American West, Modern and Contemporary Art and Asian Art. 520-624-2333 • tucsonmuseumofart.org 18. EXPLORE TUBAC Located 45 miles south of Tucson, Tubac offers scenic high desert vistas, art galleries, restaurants, year-round golf, hiking, camping and more. The Tubac Presidio State Historic Park includes a Visitor Center, museum, an archaeological exhibit, historic buildings, a picnic area, and a trailhead for the Anza Trail. 520398-2704 • www.tubacaz.com 19. STROLL, SHOP & PLAY ALONG 4TH AVENUE Tucson’s tree lined 4th Avenue features over 100 shops and an incredible variety of restaurants serving up everything from authentic Mexican to pizza, burgers, Greek, Italian and more! Discover live music venues to wine and sports bars for amazing nightlife. 520-624-5004 • www.fourthavenue.org. 20. TUMACÁCORI NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK The park protects three Spanish colonial mission ruins: Tumacácori, Guevavi, and Calabazas. Located at exit 29 off of Interstate 19. Open daily. 520-3982341 • www.nps.gov/tuma/ AZ

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Arizona Visitors Ask…? BY JOHNNY FENTON, M.A. CONCIERGE, OMNI TUCSON NATIONAL RESORT

Q. What are the top spots in Arizona that we should put on our “bucket list” for 2015? A. It’s obvious Homer Simpson hasn’t visited Arizona when you learn that his list starts with “a bucket of chicken and a bucket of popcorn.” But I would add to a recent list in USA Today with the following suggestions: Get off the grid and visit the Grand Canyon (because broadband connections are rare at the South Rim in Northern Arizona) where there is no bad place to capture an iconic picture—especially at sunrise or sunset. Take a concierge’s word, your money will be well-spent to stroll over to the IMAX just outside the park entrance to take in “The Grand Canyon—Hidden Secrets.” Here is the one way to experience on a 6-story screen, a mule ride, a helicopter fly-over and a white-water river rafting experience at the Grand Canyon in the space of one hour! If you are at the rim during a full moon, the stroll here reveals a dim glow off the upper cliffs and an occasional flicker from camper’s flashlights below. www.nps.gov/grca. John Wayne movies of cattle drives and such classic films as Stagecoach, Easy Rider, 2001: A Space Odyssey, Back to the Future, and Forest Gump filmed at this spot don’t fully capture the majesty of Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park. Here you are on a magnificent portion of the largest Native American Reservation in the U.S. The Navajos offer guided jeep and horseback tours. But if you have limited time and funds, $20 will give you access to a 17-mile scenic drive where more than 340 scenic spots are awaiting your wonderment. Favorite photo stops are the Two Mittens and Spider Rock. www.navajonationparks.org Two must-sees in Central Arizona will have to include Sedona for its visual concert of red rock formations that will spoil you for your lifetime of forays into other lands of “sky islands.” If you’ve never taken a jeep tour, you’re in the sweet spot for such a bucket list splurge. You’re guaranteed to be swept away on a Pink Jeep Tour into the core of all the stirring history and mythology of the Old West. My favorite is their Broken Arrow Tour. (928) 203-7021. And while here in December with the family, plan your visit to include a stroll through Tinsel Town at Posse Grounds Park every Thursday through Sunday for dancing light displays, toboggan rides, live music and chats with Santa. (928) 282-7098. My pick for America’s Best Hometown Christmas is in Prescott. It passes all the tests: a quaint downtown Courthouse Square lit with imaginative holiday lights, an area committed to adult refreshments known as Whisky Row, one of a “Dozen Distinctive Destinations” according to the National Trust for Historic Preservation and the territorial capital of Arizona. www.visit-prescott.com

Particularly fascinating to our foreign travelers who are beguiled by the mix of history and myth of the Old West is a pilgrimage to Tombstone in Southern Arizona where the1880s are frozen in time. Here the tough-looking men swagger about in dusters and handlebar mustaches. The frontier facades are largely original but the souvenir garters, T-shirts, mugs and refrigerator magnets are not. Oddly enough, Tombstone is home to “the world’s largest rose bush” which won’t be in bloom this month—but good to know in a trivia contest. Don’t miss a trip to Boot Hill Cemetery where those not “Too Tough to Die” are buried. It will complete your visit to take in the Gunfight at the OK Corral reenactment, the tattered Bird Cage Theater/Museum, a former concert hall and brothel and a burger at Big Nose Kate’s for the shear entertainment and good grub. www.tombstoneweb.com. Just nine miles south of Benson, Arizona is the magnificent Kartchner Caverns within the Kartchner Caverns State Park where you can marvel at one of the world’s richest caves in terms of varied formations during an 90-minute tour of either the Rotunda/Throne Tour where the largest ice column in the state, the “Kubla Khan” is on display or the Big Room Tour and the Helmet Headlamp Specialty Tours are offered for the more adventurous. The cave is comprised of 13,000 feet of passages and two chambers as long as football fields and includes the longest soda straw stalactite in the U.S. at 21 feet! The park is open daily. Reservations are strongly recommended (520) 586-2283. www.AZStateParks.com AZ

[Johnny Fenton—a 36-year resident of Arizona—is past President of the Southern Arizona Concierge Network, member of the National Concierge Association, and Les Clefs d’Or. U.S.A.]

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prescott: ARIZONA’S CHRISTMAS CITY

f you are having a hard time getting into the Christmas Spirit in the Metro Phoenix/Scottsdale area while enjoying warm sunny days and surrounded by cactus, then maybe you should consider a short trip to “Arizona’s Christmas City”, Prescott, AZ. Located just 90 minutes north of the Phoenix area, Prescott is surrounded by the 1.2 million acres of the Prescott National Forest. Downtown Prescott boasts over 700 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places, providing a warm, “hometown” ambience. Prescott’s beautiful, tree-lined Courthouse Plaza is the heart and soul of the city and venue for many events throughout the year. Prescott was named “Arizona Christmas City” by Governor Rose Mofford in 1989, in recognition of the community’s dedication to the Christmas spirit which is perhaps best exemplified by the annual Courthouse Lighting Ceremony, which has been celebrated for the past 60 years. Over 100 trees in the park-like Courthouse Plaza have been decorated with colorful holiday lights, along with the iconic Yavapai County Courthouse. This year the lights will be turned on Saturday, December 5th. The celebration begins at 4pm with children’s choirs from around the Prescott area and followed by a reading of the “Christmas Story” by Prescott native and Secretary of State, Ken Bennett. Earlier that day from 1 to 3pm the traditional Christmas Parade takes place in downtown Prescott with many residents and businesses participating in what will be the 33rd annual Christmas Parade. From November 21st to January 1st the Prescott Resort hosts the “World’s Largest Gingerbread Village”. Another very popular Christmas event is the “Acker Musical Showcase” taking place on December 11th. Over 100 local shops and businesses More information on these host musical groups of all genres performing for several hours and other events are available at: throughout the downtown area. On December 31st, ring in 2016 visit-prescott.com with the New Year’s Eve Boot Drop at 10pm and midnight! AZ ArizonaKEY.com

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