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Jerry Lukowski is a blue collar steelworker still trying to acclimate to life’s struggles, always promising his teenage son and ex-wife the world
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like a pro, but he has the weight of the world in his pants living with the “big black man” stigma. Can he show us his stuff? Malcolm MacGregor is anal-retentive, childlike and still lives with his overbearing sick mom. He loses all hope with the loss of his job, but he’s about to learn a lot about himself. Will he reveal what’s under the surface? Ethan Girard has no real talent, he can’t dance or sing, but his crazy antics earn him a place on the team. Plus they need a sexy, well-endowed white boy who can’t wait to bare his buns. Will he discover the truth of bearing it all? As they prepare to “show it all,” each man must work through his fears, self-consciousness and anxieties in order to come through with what they have guaranteed. Join us in cheering
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I was pleasantly surprised to be invited to the Grand Opening of The Full Monty at the Peoria based Arizona Broadway Theatre, now in its 6th Season. The venue, while tucked away in an unassuming corner, houses some fantastic surprises for those who haven’t experienced it and showcases some of the best musical theatre and what is certainly the nicest plated dinner, dessert, wine list and service of any, ‘dinner and a show’ I’ve experienced in the Valley. The Full Monty, adapted for the stage with music and lyrics by David Yazbeck, based on the Motion Picture released from Fox Searchlight Pictures and the Book by Terrence McNally, comes to the Valley courtesy of Director and Executive Producer Kiel Klaphake and Artistic Producer, Cassandra Klaphake. Recommended for adults, for brief nudity and mature subject matter, The Full Monty is the hilariously apro-pro story of a group of friends and acquaintances in upstate New York, united by the closing of a steel plant and facing a number of life’s challenges including; losing child custody, marriage and money troubles, adjusting to middle and old age, job pride and even coming out of the closet. After a visiting, notorious, male burlesque captures the money and attention of their wives and turns the other women in the town to Jello, the men decide to do a show themselves but take it one powerful step further by announcing that they will be going all the way, which is to say, full nude or, “The
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The Mystery of Irma Vep presented by Arizona Theatre Company at Herberger Theater Center through May 22 Tickets Regular Price: $48.00-$55 Discount price: $25.00 Audiences laughed until they couldn’t breathe when ATC produced this virtuoso quick-change horror story a dozen years ago. You asked for it - so it’s back to endanger your funny bone again! Two lightning-fast actors portray all the residents of the Mandacrest estate - as well as a host of vampires, werewolves, mummys and things that go bump in the night - who travel from the moors of England to the tombs of Egypt and back again. With Gothic plot turns thrown out like thumbtacks in the road, along with a stage full of outrageous sets and costumes, Irma Vep will keep you in stitches right up until the final twist.
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Don’t miss the classically upbeat sensation, Annie at the newly renovated Herberger Theater Center! This charming tale has delighted audiences young and old with its sunny disposition for generations, featuring such songs as “Hard Knock Life” and “You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile”. Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic as Annie and Daddy Warbucks discover that the Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow! Tickets range from $17.00 to $33.00 and are available by calling the Herberger Box Office at 602-252-8497. Discounts are available for groups of 20+.
to his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him, the only one who recognizes “his kind and his powerful heart.” Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant in a story that makes you laugh and cry. Call 480-325-6700 or visit www.broadwaypalmwest.com for more information. SHOW DATES and TIMES: Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 7:30 PM Saturday, June 11, 2011 @ 2:00 and 7:30 PM Sunday, June 12, 2011 @ 2:00 PM Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 7:30PM - TBA Thursday, June 16, 2011 @ 7:30 PM Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 7:30 PM Saturday, June 18, 2011 @ 2:00 and 7:30 PM Sunday, June 19, 2011 @ 2:00 PM Wednesday, June 22, 2011 @ 7:30PM - TBA Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 7:30 PM Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 7:30 PM Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 2:00 and 7:30 PM Sunday, June 26, 2011 @ 2:00 PM
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Silver Screen Scoop! By Joseph J. Airdo Jeremy Renner, Wanda Sykes and Jennifer Lopez have joined the voice cast of 20th Century Fox’s “Ice Age: Continental Drift,” in which a cataclysm sets an entire continent adrift. Using an iceberg as a makeshift ship, Ray Romano’s Manny the wooly mammoth, Dennis Leary’s Diego the Sabre-tooth tiger and John Leguizamo’s Sid the sloth launch themselves on an epic seafaring quest. The animated adventure is expected to hit theaters July 13, 2012. Be among the first to get the latest ‘scoop’ from Joseph J. Airdo at Examiner.com Andy Armstrong talks shooting ‘Thor’ Interview by Stan Robinson Bringing the legend of ‘Thor’, based on the Marvel comic book superhero to the big screen, is a challenge for the special effects and the stunts department to turn fantasy into reality. An important aspect is stunts. Stunt Coordinator Andy Armstrong, whose credits include this year’s ‘The Green Hornet’ and the upcoming ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’
(2012), used his special touch with the principal actors doing ‘practical’ stunts for the action sequences.
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Andy: “Thor is a very out-of-worldly picture, with the action very well grounded in reality, especially the physical action with Thor himself, we wanted to keep very real, avoiding as much CGI (character generated images) as possible which would lend itself to the look of the film.”
Photo caption: (L-R) Chris Hemsworth (as Thor), Stellan Skarsgård (as Selvig), director Kenneth Branagh on the set of THOR Photo credit: Zade Rosenthal / Marvel Studios.
We see two worlds, Thor’s world and our own human world, seems a tall challenge to blend those two worlds into believability. Andy: “Yes it is, a character who goes between both these worlds, and as you say, believable in both of them. One is a very alien world to us, and the other is our world, which we all know very well. We were lucky with a fantastic actor in Chris Hemsworth; he has a lot of physical action to do in the movie. Without any level of exaggeration, if he didn’t want to work as actor, he could make a very good living as a stuntman. He’s a very, very tough guy, and a very, very skilled, committed guy, who got himself fit and got himself big. Very few of his stunts are done by a stunt man, almost everything is done by Chris himself!”
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The following quotes were pulled from reviews written by AZ Weekly Entertainment Magazine’s Film Section contributors to present readers with a wider perspective about this weekend’s new releases. Read Joseph J. Airdo, Randy Montgomery and Stan Robinson’s full reviews exclusively online at Examiner.com, AZWeeklyMagazine.com and ScreenScene.org, respectively. ‘Jumping the Broom’ Two very different families converge on Martha’s Vineyard one weekend for a wedding. Starring Paula Patton, Laz Alonso, Angela Bassett, Loretta Devine, Meagan Good, Tasha Smith, DeRay Davis, Mike Epps and Julie Bowen. (PG13 – 108 minutes) Joseph: “As if a completely contemptible main female character was not bad enough, ‘Jumping the Broom’ is the kind of overly simplified romantic comedy packed with stereotypes of all shapes and sizes that this critic was taught by college film professors to treat as a menace to society and encourage others to avoid like the plague.” Grade: F Stan: “Although the personality types of both the ‘Upstairs’ and ‘Downstairs’ families are a bit stereotypical, the basic messages of honesty in relationships, tolerance of differences, and commitment are apparent, while comedic moments from the cast of familiar actors do soften the over the top extremes of the ‘caricature portraits.” Grade: C
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‘There Be Dragons’ Arising out of the horror of the Spanish Civil War, a candidate for canonization (Charlie Cox) is investigated by a journalist (Dougray Scott) who discovers his own estranged father (Wes Bentley) had a deep, dark and devastating connection to the saint’s life. (PG-13 – 120 minutes) Joseph: “When it comes to the would-be epic ‘There Be Dragons,’ writer/director Roland Joffe’s cinematic execution simply does not live up to his grand ambition. Granted, the filmmaker gets credit for the spectacular look of this project but overly emphatic dialogue and what is ultimately revealed to be a shallow story throws water on his fire.” Grade: D Stan: “With a darker and more foreboding presentation than secrets/investigative themed films like ‘Angels & Demons’ starring Tom Hanks, ‘There Be Dragons’ presents the painstaking process of discovery, the impact of secrets revealed, and the effects, provides ‘food for thought’ by writer/director Roland Joffe and is worth a look if this genre is your forte.” Grade: C ‘Thor’ The powerful but arrogant warrior Thor (Chris Hemsworth) is cast out of the fantastic realm of Asgard and sent to live amongst humans on Earth, where he soon becomes one of their finest defenders. Also starring Natalie Portman and Anthony Hopkins. (PG-13 – 115 minutes) Joseph: “The tremendously thrilling ‘Thor’ is quite cool and features copious comically clever ties to the rest of the Marvel universe, but it falls infinitely short of its superhero siblings. A deep dependency on science-fiction minimizes the down-to-earth human-interest component thereby sacrificing the universal appeal achieved by, say, ‘Iron Man.’” Grade: C
Stan: “This latest entry of Marvel Comics superheroes to the big screen aptly presents the world of the Gods of legends while intertwining Thor’s arrival on Earth, is visually captivating with 3D and special effects not getting in the way of the story. Chris Hemsworth as Thor gives us a superhero who learns and experiences the aspects of humankind as he prepares to fulfill his destiny as the protector of Earth.” Grade: B
Now Playing! The following new releases were not screened in time for AZ Weekly Entertainment Magazine’s press deadline. Read Joseph J. Airdo, Randy Montgomery and Stan Robinson’s full reviews exclusively online at Examiner.com, AZWeeklyMagazine.com and ScreenScene.org, respectively. ‘The Border’ Laws such as the controversial SB1070 have made Phoenix the epicenter of the national immigration debate. “The Border” is a look at the illegal immigration issue from the eyes of six teens living in the Valley of the Sun. Students interview various key players in the debate, including Sheriff Joe Arpaio, in the search of answers to this question. Playing exclusively at Harkins Camelview 5. (UR – 80 minutes) ‘Dirty Mind’ A shy loser (Wim Helsen) wakes up after an accident suffering from a case of Frontal Syndrome and has been transformed into a smooth-talking noholds-barred stuntman. Everyone hopes that he’ll soon recover, but he likes his new self. Playing exclusively at the Film Bar in downtown Phoenix, AZ. ‘The Elephant in the Living Room’ Tim Harrison, an Ohio public safety officer, specializes in capturing and rehoming exotic pets whose owners no longer want or can safely care for them. Playing exclusively at Harkins Camelview 5. (PG – 96 minutes)
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‘Mommie Dearest’ You’ll be screaming “No more wire hangers!” as Zack Attack’s Camp Cinema and the AZ Gender Outlaws return to screen “Mommie Dearest,” preceded by a live, musical pre-show! This special night will include the premiere of Zack’s 80’s alter-ego Becky Bodacious, a musical pre-show extravaganza headed-up by Scott Pierce aka Pandora DeStrange, and a bevy of saucy surprises sure to tickle the terrified Christina Crawford in all of us! Cover your face in cold cream and slap on your gigantic sunbathing glasses for the ultimate Mother’s Day weekend! Screening 10 p.m. Saturday, May 7 at Madcap Theaters. ‘Secret Museums’ The documentary features interviews and visits with wealthy collectors, museum curators and guides, librarians, authors, gallery directors, art restorers and experts in erotic art, who discuss the reasons for the cultural suppression and control of erotic art throughout the world including the Vatican, the British Museum. (77 Minutes). Playing exclusively at the Film Bar in downtown Phoenix, AZ. ‘Something Borrowed’ After imbibing too much at a party, an unhappily single woman (Ginnifer Goodwin) falls into bed with the fiancé (Colin Egglesfield) of her best friend (Kate Hudson). Also starring John Krasinski. (PG-13 – 110 minutes) ‘Trust’ A man (Clive Owen) has difficulty coping with the knowledge that his 14-year-daughter (Liana Liberato) was assaulted by a sexual predator she met in an online chat room. Directed by David Schwimmer. Playing exclusively at Harkins Shea 14. (R – 106 minutes) Two Films to Check Out at Arizona Science Center By Randy Montgomery The IMAX Theatre at the Arizona Science Center shows IMAX films that you cannot see anywhere else in the Valley. Known as the Irene P. Flynn Giant Screen Theatre,
the IMAX technology was added in 2006 and has shown films such as Deep Sea 3D, Grand Canyon Adventure and more! Currently playing are two films that will not only entertain, but also educate. While watching The Ultimate Wave Tahiti 3D, you will experience “an extreme blend of surfing and ocean science, staring world surfing champion, Kelly Slater. Travel to one of the world’s most picturesque locales, then experience the power and speed of surfing and the sensation of riding some of nature’s most intense ocean waves.” (Screens at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.) The Human Body is “a day in the life of the human body. Discover the story beneath the skin in a dramatic combination of live action, computergenerated graphics, microscopy and latest medical imaging.” (Screens at 12 p.m., 2 p.m. & 4 p.m.)
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most creatively bizarre pieces of cinema to which you will ever bear witness. However, while it is as smart as it is amusing, its tread-depth cannot sustain the feature-length.” Grade: C
Next time you’re at the Arizona Science Center, make sure to check out one of the films, or make a trip down to see them both. Who says science can’t be fun? Free Comic Book Day! Valley residents are invited to bring in their own homemade ‘Thor’ hammer or come to Samurai Comics Starting at 6:30am to create their own hammer of THOR. Prizes will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners with the grand prize winner receiving THOR prizes including the video game, soundtrack, toys courtesy of HASBRO, and vintage comics courtesy of Samurai Comics! Free comic books, the Arizona Avengers dressed as Marvel super heroes, local artists and writers, the Arizona Ghostbusters with the Ghostbusters vehicle and the inflatable Stay Puff Marshmallow Man will be on site. Samurai Comics is located at 1051 East Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ 85014, 602-265-8886 Wonder what movies we movie reviewers look forward to in May 2011? There’s Joseph’s ‘Summer in Summary’, and Stan’s ‘Most Anticipated Movies’! For Joseph J. Airdo’s list visit Examiner.com/ Phoenix ~ For Stan Robinson’s list visit ScreenScene.org
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30% of Chinese adults live with their parents. By age sixty, most people will have lost half of their taste buds.
A TIDBIT OF TRIVIA The US Government does not have to follow Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Must be nice to make up your own rules and print your own money. Maybe I too can be like Dean L. Kamen and declare an independent state with its own currency (his is in units of pi) and have my own unique logic apply. It would be less confusing than the US Tax Code, and encourage investment in dark chocolate, bagels, and monkeys. Because everyone loves monkeys!
After spending hours working at a computer display, look at a blank piece of white paper. It will probably appear pink.
For those of us still living in one of the United States of America… The Dollar Sign ($) is older than the United States of America, and no one is sure of its origin. Some say it refers to the Pillars of Hercules on Ancient Spanish coins.
Ostriches can run faster than horses, and the males can roar like lions.
The United Nations University is located in Tokyo.
In 1782, the US considered choosing the Spanish peso as the country’s currency. The abbreviation for the Spanish peso (PS) is believed to have later transformed into a $. From dirty money, to fake money, to fast money, to funny money There is intrigue 2nd to none in the knowing of all there is to know about the dollar bills, coins and cards that let us accumulate wealth and perhaps happiness. (There is a direct correlation. According to standard economics, the most important commodity you can buy with additional wealth is choice) . THE MYSTERIES OF MONEY FOR A VETERAN INVESTMENT ADVISORS EXPERTISE
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It took approximately 2.5 million blocks to build the Pyramid of Giza, which is one of the Great Pyramids.
Seals used for their fur get extremely sick when taken aboard ships. Workers in an ant colony only live for about 45-60 days, but a colony’s queen can live up to 20 years.
There are roughly 4,000 known minerals, although only about 200 are of major importance.
An average human speaks 4,800 words in 24 hours.
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LAFF! Appearing May 7th - One Night Only!
CARLOS MENCIA
Carlos Mencia, superstar/stand-up comedian, is undoubtedly one of today’s most lauded entertainers and feared comics. Whether it is man-on-the-street interviews, studio comedy, commercial parodies, or nationwide sold-out tours, Mencia demonstrates an extraordinary ability to connect with a diverse audience. Mencia was named “International Comedy Grand Champion” from Buscando Estrellas (the Latino version of Star Search). This led to appearances on “In Living Color,” “The Arsenio Hall Show,” “Moesha” and “An Evening at the Improv.” Mencia continued his journey up the comedy ladder by headlining “The Three Amigos” tour with Freddy Soto and Pablo which sold out in record time around the US. A fter the success of his solo dvd, “Carlos Mencia: Not For The Easily Offended,” “Mind of Mencia” went into development. The show was an instant hit. Wrapping five seasons later, the show was one of the strongest shows in the network’s history. Carlos Mencia appears May 7th Only in two shows. Tickets are $30.
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PFC Changs China Bistro by Chef Rachel Albert
Shanghai native and restaurant consultant Phillip Chiang knows restaurants. In the early 1960’s his mother opened a high end restaurant and one of the first in the U.S. to serve Chinese food from regions other than Canton. Chiang later graduated from with a B.F.A. from the Art Center College of Design in Los Angeles, ran her restaurant, The Mandarin, for several years, then opened a smaller, less expensive off-shoot called the Mandarette in West Hollywood where they served “grazing food”. In 1993 Paul Fleming, who successfully launched Ruth Chris Steak House in Beverly Hill, CA, teamed up with Chiang to create and open the first P.F. Chang China Bistro in Scottsdale. Today, the chain has 200 locations around the world, including 9 locations in Arizona, eight of them around the valley (in Tempe, Scottsdale, Chandler, Peoria, Goodyear, Happy Valley, and Superstition Springs/Mesa) and one in Tucson. Expect friendly wait staff, excellent service, good, freshly prepared food, and an extensive menu to satisfy a wide range of tastes, preferences, and special diets. You’ll find vegetarian
and non-vegetarian dishes, a kid’s menu, both brown and white rice, a special 100% gluten-free menu suitable for people with Celiac disease that includes special broth, soy sauce, marinades, and house made sauces, along with stringent kitchen standards set up to avoid cross contamination. They offer happy hour specials, lunch specials, wine, mixed drinks, and desserts.
Experience One of Old Town’s Best Patios
Full Lunch & Dinner Menu with Homemade Dressings Incredible Steaks & Niman Ranch Beef Burgers!
Happy Hour, Mon-Fri 4-7 pm BungalowBarAndGrill
You can download P.F. Chang’s menus and their Large Party take out menu and view nutrition information about each dish on their web site: www. pfchangs.com/menu/ Rachel Albert is a natural foods chef, cooking instructor, freelance food and health writer and author of The Ice Dream Cookbook: Dairy-Free Ice Cream Alternatives with Gluten-Free Cookies, Compotes & Sauces and co-author of the award-winning book, The Garden of Eating: A ProduceDominated Diet & Cookbook. She leads group and private classes, cooking parties, kitchen coaching sessions, and healthy shopping tours in the Phoenix metro area. Check out her blog: www.TheHealthyCookingCoach.com
4360 N. Scottsdale Rd. • Scottsdale • (480) 994-1888 www.bungalowbarandgrill.com
wine • food • martinis HAPPY HOUR All Day Happy Hour on Mondays Tues-Sat 3pm to 7pm & 10pm - close
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Daily and Weekly Specials offered. DC RANCH • 20751 North Pima Road, Suite 120 480.502.1641 • www.Armitagewine.com
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SALA ! S A DS! PIT BURGERS! ! PIZZA S A P ! TA
1250 E. Apache Blvd. Tempe, 85281 • 480-804-0234 • www.PitaJungle.com
Made fresh with the best locally-sourced products The Original Eurostyle Bistro and Wine Bar ••• Local, seasonal, organic and all-natural ingredients with handmade pastas, award-winning wine list and bar-chef created cocktails. ••• Lunch & Dinner Served Daily
Voted best Greek Restaurant 8 years in a row. Full bar, flaming cheeses, plate breaking and dancing. More than just a dining experience.
WEEKLY BRUNCH PARTY EVERY SATURDAY
It’s the brunch party everyone is talking about! INDULJ is the all-new champagne brunch party inspired by the popular party brunches in Paris and New York that will delight all of your senses while you enjoy stellar food, champagne, cocktails, music, socializing and dancing in a daytime party atmosphere!
12pm – 5pm Rotating List of Celebrity DJ’s & Live Music $18 Bottomless Mimosas (for a limited time only) Italian-style Brunch Classics Served until 3pm No Cover
HAPPY HOUR EVERY DAY Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and delicious farm fresh small plates in a lively and chic bar setting on Mill Ave. From 4-7pm, 7 days a week! Half-priced glasses of wine ($10 or less) $2 off all premium draft beers $2 off all “Signature” cocktails Half-priced small plates
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LATE NIGHT REVERSE HAPPY HOUR FROM 11PM – 1AM THURSDAY-SUNDAY Stop into Caffe Boa and enjoy reverse happy hour every weekend night and enjoy late-nite eats and drinks by whispering “Drink Me” at the bar. “Corner of 4th & Mill”
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Truffles Grand American Cuisine
Bring this ad in for $5 Off Of Your Bill Closed Monday Tues -Friday open at noon (lunch), 5pm (dinner) Weekend Brunch: Open 9:30am
Happy Hour Everyday from 4-6pm on the patio and bar Reverse Happy Hour Fri-Sat, 9pm to close.
32527 N. Scottsdale Road • Scottsdale, 85266 • 480-488-9488
LIVE IRISH ROCK BANDS Thurs –Sat From 9:30pm
FOR YOUR SWEET TOOTH (OR TO NUMB A CAVITY): JAMESON WHISKEY CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES 906 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ 85014
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Friendly English pub with food for both Brits and Yanks
Award Winning FISH & CHIPS! Happy Hour 4-7pm Daily Reduced Well, Wine, Pints and Appetizers
Military discount Breakfast every Sunday morning Beers from around the world Southwest corner of Scottsdale and McDowell roads 1334 N Scottsdale Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85257 • (480) 941-4915 www.thebritishopenpub.com • www.facebook.com/britishopenpub
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Monday HALF PRICE Bottles! Come taste the largest wine selection south of the river
Wednesday ALL YOUR FAMILY CAN EAT PIZZA Night!
Sunday ALL YOUR FAMILY CAN EAT PASTA Day!
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A taste of Italy at the heart of South Mountain Several Vegetarian and Gluten Free options
Mothers Eat FREE! On Mother’s Day Join us for Mother’s Day Brunch 11am to 3:30pm Reservations Encouraged
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Special Cinco de Mayo Happy Hour All Day May 5th $4 Cuervo 1800 Margaritas!
May 5th, 6th, and 7th Unique, Delicious Tacos Pernil Asado Chicken Street Baja Fish Breaded Shrimp Vegetarian Carne Asada
Located in the Camelback Esplanade (Free Parking Validation)
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The City’s Best Breakfast Places
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PHOENIX Chompies - PV Mall NW Corner Cactus/Tatum, Phoenix Open 6am-9pm 7 Days (602) 710-2910
Because Everyone Likes It In The Morning! Family Owned & Operated Comfort Food Best Biscuits & Gravy in the City! Free Wi-Fi
Duck & Decanter 1651 E Camelback Rd Open 7am, 7 days (602) 274-6429
First Watch 61 W Thomas Rd Open 7am-2:30pm daily (602) 265-2092
14891 N. Northsight Scottsdale 85260 (480) 443-5324
First Watch 9645 N Black Canyon Hwy Open 7am-2:30pm daily (602) 943-3232
Chompies 9301 E. Shea Blvd. 6am-9pm, 7 Days (480) 860-0475 Daily Dose 4020 N. Scottsdale Road Open 7am-4pm daily (480) 994-3673 First Watch 16455 N Scottsdale Rd Open 7am-2:30pm daily (480) 248-9602
Original Pancake House 6840 E Camelback Rd Open 9am-2pm daily Scramble 9832 N 7th Street (480) 946-4902 Open 6am – 2pm daily (602) 374-2294 The Breakfast Club 4400 N Scottsdale Rd The Eggery Open 6am M-F, 8am Sat/Sun 50 E Camelback Rd (480) 222-2582 Open 6:30am-2:30pm 7 Days (602) 263-8554 The Breakfast Joynt 14891 N Northsight Blvd Open Daily 6:30am-2:30pm (480) 443-5324
Duck & Decanter One N Central Ave Open 7am, M-F (602) 266-6637
Open 6am to 2:30pm 7 Days a Week
Matt’s Big Breakfast 801 N 1st St Open 6:30am-2:30pm T-Sun (602) 254-1074 Over Easy 4037 N 49th St Open 6:30am-11:30pm, M-F 6:30am -12:30pm Sat/Sun (602) 468-3447
Duck & Decanter 3111 N Central Ave Open 7am, M-F (602) 234-3656
First Watch 1 North 1st St Open 7am-2:30pm daily (602) 340-9089
Le Grande Orange 4410 N 40th St Open 6:30am-5pm daily (602) 840-7777
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Butterfield’s Pancake House 7388 E Shea Blvd Open 6am-3pm 7 days (480) 951-6002
Heart And Soul Café 4705 E Carefree Hwy Open 7am-2:30pm Mon 7-9am T-F, 8am-9pm Sat (480) 595-7300
Café Carumba 7303 E Indian School Rd Open 7am, 7 days (480) 947-8777
The Orange Table 7373 E Scottsdale Mall Open Sun/Mon 7am-3pm Tues-Sat 7am-10pm (480) 424-6819 US Egg 3238 N Scottsdale Rd Open 6:30am-2:30pm, 7 days (480) 947-7344
TEMPE AZ Bread Company 315 W Elliot Rd Open 6:30-2pm M-F 7am-2pm Sat/Sun (480) 831-1300 Chompies 1160 E. University Mon-Fri, 6am-8pm, Sat/Sun 7am-8pm (480) 557-0700 Crackers & Co. Café 1285 W Elliot Road Open 7am-2:30pm, 7 days (480) 705-7900 US Egg 131 E Baseline Rd Open 6:30am-2:30pm, 7 days (480) 831-0070
EAST VALLEY Chompies 3481 W. Frye Rd., Chandler 6am-9pm, 7 Days (480) 398-3008 Crackers & Co. Café 535 W Iron Ave, Mesa Open 7am-2:30pm, 7days (480) 898-1717 Hoosier Café 393 W Warner Rd, Chandler Open 6am-2pm daily (480) 814-7199
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7:00PM - 9:00PM
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Cold Shott & The Hurricane Horns
Delphine Cortez
Joel Robin
may 6
The Del Rayz
may 13
The Groove Merchants
may 20
Nicole Pesce & Guest Jeff Hattrick
may 27
Turning Point
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Dennis Rowland
Sherry Petta
Sherry Petta Trio 2nd Tuesday Every Month 7:30 – 9:30pm Delphine Cortez Trio 4th Tuesday Every Month 7:30 – 9:30pm Tag Sherry Petta 8787 N. Scottsdale Rd (480) 951-6445 www.VillageTavern.com
SCOTTSDALE Bobby’s, 7122 E. Greenway Pkwy (Kierland), 480-556-0770, 6:00p Tues-Wed-Thurs, Rich Howard. mancusosrestaurant.com Hyatt Gainey Ranch, 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Road, 480-9913388, 7:30-11:30p Wed-Thurs, lobby stage, Sirocco. Kazimierz World Wine Bar, 7137 E. Stetson Drive, 480-946-3004, $5 cover after 8p. Margo Reed Band, 9-midnight Mon. Dennis Rowland & the Jazz Experience, 9-midnight Thurs. www.kazbar.net Remington’s, 7200 N. Scottsdale Road, 480-951-5101: 7200 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480951-5101. 6 pm Tues., Danny LongJudy Roberts-Tony Vacca; 6 p.m. Wed., Judy Roberts-piano-vocals (NEW - second Wed + Margo Reed); 7 p.m. Thurs., Judy Roberts-pianovocals, Renee Patrick-vocals; 6 p.m. Fri., Danny Long-Judy Roberts + Trishelle; 6 p.m. Sat., Danny LongJudy Roberts; 4-8 p.m. Mon. & 4:30-6:30 p.m. Thurs., Rags Allenpiano-vocals; scottsdaleplaza.com
Guy Pennacchio Sinatra Tribute May 8, 1-4pm El Pedregal Guy Pennacchio’s stunning Tribute To Sinatra with a voice many feel is impossible to distinguish from the original Sinatra. Pennacchio performs on the 1,200 square foot Amphitheater stage and will no doubt keep the standards high as he performs a number of Sinatra’s best songs. The concert is free.
Sacred Grounds Coffee House, Scottsdale Congregational United of Church of Christ, 4425 N. Granite Reef Road, 480-9462900, Thursdays, 7:30-9:30p. $5 donation, coffee, desserts available. Various artists. www.scucc.com Village Tavern, 8787 North Scottsdale Rd, (480) 951-6445, Sherry Petta Trio 7:30-9:30p, (2nd Tuesday), Delphine Cortez Trio (4th Tuesday) www.villagetavern.com
TEMPE Gold Bar Espresso, 3141 S. McClintock Drive, 480-839-3082, Jazz Alliance, 7:30-11p Fri & Sun., www.goldbarespresso.org. John Henry’s, 909 E. Elliot, 480-730-9009, Aebi-Coulson Jazz Trio, 7-10p Sun., www. johnhenrysrestaurant.com Xtreme Bean Coffee Shop, Southern & McClintock, 480820-0333, Jack Wells & Friends (ragtime, standards), 7-10p, Mon. www.Xtremebean.com
5th Annual Jazz on the Promenade The DelRayz Friday, May 6, 7-9pm A new band on the Valley musical scene, The DelRayz feature harmonica player and vocalist Rochelle Raya, a member of the Arizona Blues Hall
WEST VALLEY Rosario Ristorante, 9250 N. 43rd Ave., Glendale, 623-9311810, 7-10p Fridays www. rosarioristorante.net SKYE Restaurant & The Platinum Room, 16844 N. Arrowhead Fountain Center Drive, Peoria, 623334-0010. www.liveatskye.com for shows.
PHOENIX Bobby C’s, 1140 E. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-252-2273, Papa John DeFrancesco-organ, Ralph Carrasco-guitar, Paul Anderson-sax, Joe Costello-drums + guests, 4:306:30 p.m. first & third Sun.; Royce Murray Trio, 8-11 p.m. second Sun. bobbycee.com Carly’s Bistro, 128 E. Roosevelt, 602-262-2759, Mill Avenue Jazz, 8-midnight Sundays & Mondays. www.carlysbistro.com Doc’s Place Lounge, 40 E. Camelback, Phoenix, 602-2775999. Doc & Nayo + guests, 7:3011:30 pm Fri-Sat.
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of Fame, guitarist James Robertson, bass player and vocalist Scott Alamprese, and drummer Dale Loyola. Look for them to provide an upbeat sound and play some of the original tunes of another popular Valley group, Sistahs, in addition to a broad selection of original numbers.
Lost Leaf, 914 N. 5th St. 602258-0014, 9:30 pm-midnight alt. Jiggle and Running From Bears alternating, 9:30 p.m.-midnight one Mon. per month, call for info: thelostleaf.org .thelostleaf.com
LJ’s Pizza, 1038 E. Main St., Mesa, 480-834-9164. Cats & Jammers New Orleans Jazz Band, 5-7:30p Wed. www.ljspizza.com Lone Butte Casino, 1077 S. Kyrene Road, Chandler, 1-800-946-4452. Live Jazz Friday and Saturday. Sunday Champagne Jazz Brunch, 4 seatings with various great Jazz artists and groups.
Paisley Violin Cafe, 1030 N.W. Grand Ave, 602-254-7843, 7:309:30p Thurs, Hi Lo Trio. http:// www.thepaisley.com
EAST VALLEY Asia Restaurant, 1236 E. Baseline, Ste. 102, Mesa, 480-892-0688, various artists, 7:30-10:30p Fri-Sat. Cantina Laredo, 2150 East Williams Field Road, Gilbert, 480782-6777, Sonan plays 8-11 pm Thursdays. D*Vine Wine Bar & Bistro, 2837101 N. Power Road, Mesa 480654-4171, Mark DeCozio, 6-9p Tues. www.dvinewine101.com La Stalla Cucina Rustica, 68 W. Buffalo St., Chandler 480855-9990, 6-9p Sundays, www. lastallacr.com.
Pesto’s Gourmet Pizza and Wine Bar, 1960 W. Ray Road, Chandler, 480-821-2949. John Knowlton Trio 7-11 pm Sat. Pita Jungle, 1949 W. Ray Road, Chandler, 480-855-3232, jazz jam w/The Pita Jungle Trio. 7-10p Thurs. www.pitajungle.com Warren’s Jazz Bistro, 1451 E. Williams Field Road, Gilbert, 480899-5299, nightly Jazz until 10:30 (Tues-Thurs) and until 1am (Fri/ Sat). www.warrensjazzbistro.com For more information on all the great Jazz events, local happenings, clubs and musicians, go to www.Jazzinaz.org. - Listings Compiled by Patricia Myers. PSMyers1@cox.net for updates
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THE BEER PROFESSIONAL & PRIVATE BEER DINNERS A good friend, who writes under the name The Beer Professional, recently took on the task of writing about private beer dinners. Those that aren’t advertised, but are conducted for a small group of friends and family, and not to promote anything but a good time. We appreciate TBP’s expertise as well as his creativity. Without him it is not likely this article would be written, since I have lost all pretense of creativity and professionalism. I will paraphrase him in some places here, and outright steal (without attribution) from him in other places. You will know these places because he uses big words in the right places
Follow us on and www.worldclassbeverages.com The High-End Beer Division of Crescent Crown” and everything. Once I looked up these words his article made a lot of sense, so I decided to use it to fan my creative fires. So the first thing TBP recommends is that you work on your list of who to invite. He suggests somewhere around 10-12 people including at least one couple who drink wine exclusively, just for the enjoyment of watching them find something they like from the barbaric beer side of the adult beverage world. Keep a camera on them as they are likely to provide a potential You Tube moment. Next up is the menu. Stick with basics. TBP prefers passed Hors D’oeuvres, but since I can’t spell it without looking it up, I stay away from those. Besides, I have enough trouble finding 10 friends to invite
let alone somebody to circulate with a tray of mini quiches. Instead make a couple of nice platters to set out along with a beer selection for each one. For example, blue cheese stuffed dates wrapped in bacon with a New Belgium Ranger IPA sitting next to it would be good. As would stuffed mushroom caps with SanTan Epicenter. Give them a couple of choices to try to get started, but avoid overwhelming the palate too early. After that it’s simple, once seated, offer another appetizer, followed by a first course, an entrée and dessert. Each paired with the right beer. The trick is to keep the food and beer complementary without being repetitive. You want to challenge the taste buds, not confound them. Work your way up in intensity and finish
with something that rounds out the meal and provides a final exclamation point to a wonderful evening. There are countless resources out there to help you put together food and beer pairings and properly plan a dinner. One of my favorites is the Brewers Association web site www.craftbeer. com. Some great, easy to use pairing guidelines there that allow you flexibility to work within your culinary abilities. Now, it’s time to serve the meal. Be your own Beer Professional and introduce each beer before it comes to the table. This will come naturally and will be a source of conversation during each course. Prod your inexperienced indulgers with adjectives and encourage them to create their own. Your gift to the Continued on Page 32...
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...Continued from Page 30. patrons of your Beer Dinner should be twofold: first, you exposed and educated them to beers they were previously unaware of. Second: you increased their beer vocabulary. Adjectives are crucial and need to be
learned; much the same way some of us speak a second language. We know that, in the industry, we have to teach our noses and taste buds, what they are experiencing every day. Some of that sure does sound fancy, and it makes sense too. I always like
the idea of letting the tasters tell me what they taste rather than telling them what they should taste. When you add the food pairing in there, there is an infinite world of discover available to your guests. And, I never fail to pick up a new flavor descriptor that I hadn’t thought of before. One of my favorite things to do afterwards is to have one final, or maybe two final beers to enjoy on their own merits. Usually I pull something out of my cellar, and aged barley wine, or sour or a smoked porter. Something to sit around and enjoy before saying goodbye to the guest. So, anyway, here is the deal. If you invite the right people, put together a simple menu that allows both the food and beer to shine and allow your guests to discover the wonder of your pairings, you have a recipe for a can’t miss dinner. And if you don’t have enough friends, call me…I always like a free meal. Oh and thanks to The Beer Professional for the use of his article, I probably should mention it to him some day.
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2915 N. 68th St, Scottsdale 480.947.8723 PHOENIX Compound Grill 7000 E. Mayo Blvd. Phoenix, 85054 Ask for: Bell’s Oberon, Flying Dog Classic Pale Ale, Big Sky Moose Drool Corbin’s 8729 N. Central Ave. Phoenix 85020 Ask for: Dale’s Pale Ale, Fat Tire, Blue Moon Delux 3146 E. Camelback Rd. Phoenix 85016 Ask for: Papago Orange Blossom, Tripel Karmeliet, Moose Drool Hazelwoods 1st Place 3226 East Indian School Phoenix, AZ 85018 Moose Drool/Big Sky IPA / Trout Slayer Lost Leaf Gallery 914 N. 5th St. Phoenix 85004 Ask for: Fox Barel Pear Cider, Flying Dog Classic Pale, Bell’s Amber Mad Chef Gastro Pub 3921 E. Chandler Blvd. Ahwatukee, 85044 Ask for: Left Hand Nitro Milk Stout, Oskar Blues Gordon, Ska True Blonde Magnums 731 E. Union Hills Dr.
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Phoenix 85024 Ask for: Bell’s Oberon, Left Hand Milk Stout, St. Bernardus ABT 12 Main Ingredient Ale House 2337 N. 7th St. Phoenix 85006 Ask for: Avery White Rascal, Oskar Blues Gordon, Great Divide Wild Raspberry Moto 6845 N. 16th St. Phoenix 85016 Ask for: Breckenridge 471 IPA, Great Divide Denver Pale Ale, New Belgium Ranger IPA Rock Bottom Brewery 14205 S. 50th St. Phoenix 85044 Ask for: Dreamcatcher, Raptor Red, Desert Trail Pale Ale
Belgium 1554 Sun Up Brewery 322 E. Camelback Rd. Phoenix 85012 Ask for: Trooper IPA, Armadillo Red, Light Rail Cream Ale
Four Peaks Brewery 1340 E. 8th St. Tempe 85281 Ask for: Kilt Lifter, 8th St. Ale, Hop Knot IPA
The Yard House 21001 N. Tatum Blvd. Phoenix 85050 Ask for: Gulden Draak, Lost Coast Great White, Alaskan Amber
Gordon Biersch 420 S. mill Ave. Tempe 85281 Ask for: Golden Export, Hefeweizen, Czech Pilsner
ZIPPS Sports Grill 3647 E. Indian School Rd. Phoenix, 85018 Ask for: Blue Moon, Alaskan Amber, Skinny Dip, New Belgium 1554
Macayo’s Depot Cantina 300 South Ash Avenue Tempe, AZ 85281 Grand Canyon American Pilsner, Papago Orange Blossom, San Tan Devils Ale
TEMPE Bison Witches 21 E. 6th St. Tempe 85281 Ask for: Left Hand Nitro Milk Stout, Big Sky Moose Drool, Breckenridge Avalanche Amber
Rock Bottom Brewery 21001 N. Tatum Blvd. Phoenix 85050 Ask for: Dreamcatcher, Raptor Red, Desert Trail Pale Ale Roosevelt Tavern 816 N. 3rd Street Phoenix, 85004 Ask for: North Coast Scrimshaw Pilsner, Breckenridge Vanilla Porter, Flying Dog in Heat Wheat Sandstone Café 4959 W. Ray Rd Chandler 85226 Ask for: Grand Canyon Sunset Amber, San Tan Devils Ale, New
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Boulders on Broadway 530 W. Broadway Rd. Tempe 85282 Ask for: Bell’s Two Hearted Ale, New Belium Ranger IPA, Lost Coast Great White Flanny’s Bar & Grill 1805 E. Elliot Rd. Tempe, 85284 Ask For: Left Hand Nitro Milk Stout, San Tan Devil’s Ale, Tripel Karmeliet
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Taste of Tops 403 W. University Dr. Tempe 85251 Ask for: Bell’s Oberon, Big Sky Moose Drool, Alaskan Amber Tavern on Mill 404 s Mill Ave Tempe, 85281 Ask for: Left Hand Nitro Milk Stout, Papago Orange Blossom Yucca Tap Room 29 W. Southern Ave. Tempe 85282 Ask for: Left Hand Nitro Milk Stout, Bell’s Oberon, Big Sky Moose Drool
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WEST SIDE Gordon Biersch 6915 N. 95th Ave. Glendale 85305 Ask for: Golden Export, Hefeweizen, Czech Pilsner Ground Control 14140 W. Indian School Rd. Goodyear, 85338 Ask for: Schneider Weisse, Tripel Karmeliet, St. Bernardus ABT 12 Mellow Mushroom 2490 W. Happy Valley Rd. Phoenix, 85085 Ask for: Abita Purple Haze, Grand Canyon Pilsner, Sonoran Inebriator Old Chicago 5695 W. Bell Rd. Glendale, 85308 Ask for: Breckenridge Vanilla Porter, Big Sky Moose Drool, SKA Pinstripe Red Original Wineburger 6027 N. 19th Ave. Phoenix 85015 Ask for: Dale’s Pale Ale, Bavik Premium Pilsner, Big Sky IPA Rock Bottom Brewery 7640 W. Bell Rd. Glendale 85308 Ask for: Dreamcatcher, Raptor Red, Desert Trail Pale Ale The Yard House 2401 W. Westgate Blvd. Glendale 85305Ask for: Abita
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955 E. University Dr. • Tempe • (480) 921-2585 Purple Haze, Pyramid Haywire Hefeweizen, Tripel Karmeliet SCOTTSDALE Blue 32 Sports Grill 7923 North Scottsdale rd Scottsdale AZ, 85253 Papago Orange Blossom/Sun Up Trooper IPA/Moose Drool Blu Burger Grille 20511 N. Hayden Rd. Scottsdale 85255 Ask for: Grand Canyon Amber, Bell’s Oberon, Big Sky IPA, Dogfish Head Carefree Station 7212 Ho Hum Rd. Carefree, 85377 Ask for: Left Hand Nitro Milk Stout, Big Sky Trout Slayer, New Belgium Fat Tire Chop & Wok 7136 E. Shea Blvd. Scottsdale 85254 Flying Dog Old Scratch, Blue Moon, Grand Canyon Pilsner Culinary Dropout 7135 E. Camelback Scottsdale, 85251 Ask for: Avery White Rascal, Abita Purple Haze, Breckenridge Avalanche Amber Four Peaks Brewery 15730 N. Pima Rd. Scottsdale 85260
Ask for: Kilt Lifter, 8th St. Ale, Hop Knot IPA Goldie’s Sports Cafe 10135 E. Via Linda Scottsdale, 85258 Ask for: Blue Moon, Alaskan Amber, Skinny Dip, New Belgium 1554 Gordon Biersch 18545 N. Allied Way Scottsdale 85054 Ask for: Golden Export, Hefeweizen, Czech Pilsner Papago Brewing Company 7107 E. McDowell Rd. Scottsdale 85251 Ask for: Orange Blossom, Hopago IPA, El Robusto Porter Rock Bottom Brewery 8668 E. Shea Blvd. Scottsdale 85260 Ask for: Dreamcatcher, Raptor Red, Desert Trail Pale Ale The Yard House 7014 E. Camelback Rd. Scottsdale 85251 Ask for: Papago Orange Blossom, Abita Purple Haze, Bear Republic Racer 5 Thunderbird Roadhouse 3549 W. Thunderbird Road Phoenix 85053 Ask For: New Belgium Abbey, Ranger IPA, Left Hand Blackjack Porter
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TT Roadhouse 2915 N. 68th St. Scottsdale 85251 Ask for: Ska Modus IPA, Papago Orange Blossom, San Tan Devils Ale Upper Deck 4224 N. Craftsman Court Scottsdale 85251 Ask for: Blue Moon, Bell’s Oberon, Fat Tire ZIPPS Sports Grill 14148 N. 100th St. Scottsdale, 85259 Ask for: Blue Moon, Alaskan Amber, Skinny Dip, New Belgium 1554 ZIPPS Sports Grill 8380 E. Via De Ventura Scottsdale, 85258 Ask for: Blue Moon, Alaskan Amber, Skinny Dip ZIPPS Sports Grill 6501 E. Greenway Pkwy Scottsdale 85254 Ask for: Blue Moon, Alaskan Amber, Skinny Dip EAST VALLEY A-Town Tavern 3820 E.Ray Rd. Ahwatukee Ask for: Big Sky Moose Drool, Left Hand Nitro Milk Stout, Bear Republic Racer 5 IPA
The Hungry Monk 1760 W. Chandler Blvd Chandler, 85224 Ask for: Bell’s Two Hearted, Left Hand Nitro Milk Stout, Bell’s Oberon
Old Chicago 135 W. Ocotillo Rd. Chandler, 85248 Ask for: Bell’s Amber, Bell’s Kalamazoo Stout, Breckenridge Vanilla Porter
Gordon Biersch 2218 E. Williams Field Rd. Gilbert 85296 Ask for: Golden Export, Hefeweizen, Czech Pilsner
San Tan Brewery 8 S. San Marcos Plaza Chandler,85225 Ask for:Sun Spot Gold,Devils Ale
Iguana Macks 1371 N. Alma School Rd. Chandler 85224 Ask for: San Tan Epicenter, Blue Moon, Oskar Blues Dales Pale Ale Murphy’s Law 58 S. San Marcos Pl. Chandler 85225 Ask for: Port Old Viscosity, Lost Abbey Ten Commandments, Breckenridge Vanilla Porter Old Chicago 1656 S. Alma School Rd. Mesa, 85210 Ask for: Big Sky Moose Drool, Flying Dog Snake Dog, Left Hand Saw Tooth Old Chicago 6821 E. Superstition Springs Blvd Mesa 85209 Ask for: Big Sky Moose Drool, Abita Purple Haze, Grand Canyon Amber
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Sun Devil Liquors Cellar 235 N. Country Club Drive Mesa, 85201 Ask for: Dale’s Pale Ale, Anderson Valley Summer Solstice, SKA Modus Hoperandi ZIPPS Sports Grill 3950 W. Ray Rd Chandler, 85226 Ask for: Blue Moon, Alaskan Amber, Skinny Dip Spitfire Grill & Tavern 1706 East Warner rd Tempe, AZ 85248 Grand Canyon American Pilsner/ Breckenridge Vanilla porter/ Moose Drool 1st Round Draft 1520 West Warner rd Gilbert AZ 85233 Left Hand Nitro Milk Stout/Crispin Cider/Blue Moon
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Best canned beers will be honored at a special ceremony on Sunday, May 15, 2011; More than 30 brewers from around the USA will participate in the inaugural event on Saturday, May 21, 2011 The Ameri”CAN” Canned Craft Beer Festival, presented by Whole Foods Market, will host its awards ceremony on Sunday, May 15, from the Courtyard Marriott Chandler Fashion Center. The awards ceremony will precede the inaugural Ameri”CAN” Canned Craft Beer Festival scheduled for Saturday, May 21, 2011, from 2 pm through 6 pm in Historic Downtown Chandler, AJ Chandler Park West (3 S San Marcos Place). Both events conclude American Craft Beer Week. The judging session will take place from 9 am - 4 pm on May 15, but is closed to the public. An Awards Dinner is scheduled from 5 pm-8 pm from the Courtyard Marriott Chandler Fashion Center, located at 1100 South Price Road in Chandler. Anthony Canecchia, the owner and head brew master of SanTan Brewing Company, will emcee the awards ceremony, which will be streamed live online at www.cannedcraftbeerfest.com. Select canned beers will receive Gold, Silver and Bronze medals awarded in nine categories: IPA; American Pale Ale; English Pale Ale; Wheat Beers; Stouts and Porters; Ambers and Browns; Golds, Blondes, Pilsners and Light Lagers; Fruit; and Specialty Beer. All beer will be judged according to the 2011 Great American Beer Festival (GABF) Guidelines. All judges are professional brewers, BJCP certified or Cicerones certified. The ACCBF awards medals for excellence in nine categories and does not necessarily award medals to the top three finishers in a particular category. When judges decide a category contains three excellent examples of the style, they award gold, silver and bronze medals for the first, second and third place beers, respectively.
* Gold - A world-class beer that accurately exemplifies the specified style, displaying the proper balance of taste, aroma and appearance.
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* Silver - An excellent beer that may vary slightly from style parameters while maintaining close adherence to the style and displaying excellent taste, aroma and appearance. * Bronze - A fine example of the style that may vary slightly from style parameters and/or have minor deviations in taste, aroma or appearance. If judges believe that no beer in the category meets the quality and styleaccuracy criteria, they may elect not to award a medal. Judges may award a beer with a silver or bronze medal and yet not award a gold medal. An unprecedented lineup of national and local breweries will participate in the competition including 21st Amendment Brewing (CA), Anderson Valley Brewing Company (CA), Bavik (Belgium), Baxter (ME), Big Sky Brewing Company (MT), Blue Moon Brewing Company (CO), Bohemian (UT), Breckenridge Brewing (CO), Buckbean (NV), Caldera (OR), Crispin Cider (MN), Four Peaks (AZ), Grand Canyon Brewing (AZ), Leinenkugel’s (WI), Lumberyard Brewing (AZ), Mammoth (CA), Maui Brewing (HI), Mudshark Brewing (AZ), New Belgium Brewing Company (CO), Oskar Blues Brewery (CO), Prescott Brewing Co.(AZ), SanTan Brewing Company (AZ), SKA Brewing Company (CO), Sun King Brewing (IN), Tailgate Brewing (CA), Tallgrass Brewing (KS) and Wittekerke (Belgium). Ameri”CAN” Canned Craft Beer Festival is presented by Whole Foods Market and brought to you by Draft Magazine, Marriott Courtyard/ Fairfield Chandler, Ball Corp, Hopunion, World Class Beverages, Breiss, Craftcans.com, Fullpint.com and hosted by SanTan Brewing Co. Portion of event proceeds will benefit Ear Candy, a 501c3 Phoenix charity that provides youth access to music education. For more information, visit www.cannedcraftbeerfest.com.
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ALL SPORTS - ALL THE TIME. UFC! 16 Taps! 22 Screens! Great Food! A View From a Fan By Stan Robinson The Sunday May 1 game, the fourth against the Chicago Cubs, ended with the D’Backs splitting the series against the Cubs with a 4 – 3 win with 26,600 in attendance. A quick glance around Chase Field did show the greater majority of fans wearing the Sedona Red of the Diamondbacks against the blue of the Cubs. The D’Backs take on the Colorado Rockies for 3 games May 3-5 before going on the road and returning May 16 for the San Diego Padres. Celebrate ‘Cinco de Mayo’ (May 5) at Chase Field for the last game against the Rockies before going on the road.
Although my loyalties were a bit ‘in the middle’ as I entered, it was a nice day with the roof and side panels open, and I did find myself letting out a big ‘YES’ when the D’Backs scored first to set the tone for the win. I’m a born and raised Chicagoan, on the South Side and grew up a White Sox fan. North side residents are inherently Cubs fans. It seems that living in Arizona for the past 10 years, the assimilation is complete; I’ve crossed over to the D’Backs side and enjoyed the win! Here’s a tip from ‘A View From a Fan’, take a guided tour of Chase Field and you’re sure to learn and see something new, even if you have attended games for a few years now!
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Tours are conducted year-round, for both individuals and groups and are available on the off days when the D’Backs aren’t playing and the price is very affordable. For adults $7.00, child Ages 7-12 $5.00, child Ages 4-6 $3.00, and seniors it’s only $5.00. Remember to bring your Walkman to catch the D’Backs while watching the games and be sure it’s tuned to 620 KTAR-AM for the masterful team of Greg Schulte, Tom Candiotti, and Jeff Munn. With the Smartphone apps available, there’s nothing like the game being called in one ear and the roar of the crowd with the Chase Field sound system ‘promptings’ in the other!
www.16thstreetsportsbar.com 6522 N. 16th Street Phoenix, 85016 (602) 285-5555 For the latest on the Arizona Diamondbacks with game analysis’, articles and a whole lot more, visit ‘Arizona Diamondbacks Examiner’ Mark Brown at Examiner.com. Thinking of adding a movie to your entertainment weekend, visit ScreenScene.org for what’s hot and, what’s not. Stan Robinson, a movie reviewer for the Film Section of AZ Weekly Entertainment Magazine, enjoys plays, live jazz, and live sports as a balance to the multitude of movies screened for review. Until next time from ‘A View From a Fan’, GO D’BACKS!
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Cinco De Sandbar is back for their annual Cinco de Mayo throw down. This highly anticipated event is one of the biggest and well known in the valley at all 4 locations. Peoria will be stocking their party with live music from Black Bottom Waters, The Wiley Ones, Catfish Mustache and duo Todd and Ethan. Drink up with $4 Dos XX, Margaritas and Luna Malvada shots. Be entertained or be the entertainer by playing in the Bobbing for Limes contest, Jalapeno Eating or the ever so popular Build Your Own Bikini with $1000 in cash and prizes. Sandbar Chandler will be celebrating 4 days straight with a chance to win $1000 in their Volley Ball Tournament! Thursday to Saturday features drink specials, live music and DJs spinning tracks leading up to the big game on Sunday May 8th. Be sure to register your team for the playoff! Sandbar Desert Ridge will also be knocking out 4 days of playtime. Doors open at 2pm on Thursday with the Island Magic Band, and the JJ’s Band. Friday take advantage of the drink specials and dance along with the DJ, or rock out on Saturday with 80’s tribute band Metal Head. Make it till Sunday and come back for a 3-7 Happy Hour. Desert Ridge 480.585.5900 Chandler 480.961.1700 Peoria 623.877.6444
Dos Gringos South May 5th
Dos Gringos in Tempe will be showing extra love during this year’s Cinco de Mayo. They have teamed up with Phoenix VIP Events to bring you a day full of entertainment with the proceeds going to the CARE Partnership who help people struggling with basic needs like hunger and health (kind of a big deal). It is always good to know your drinking money is making someone else feel fuzzy inside too. Doors open at 4pm with live music from Carvin Jones, Grain of Truth and Money Shot. If you want to get a rush, try your luck on the mechanical bull or cool off in the dunk tank. Don’t forget to enter the raffle for a chance at a golf package, new guitar, car audio equipment and much more. The extravaganza continues till 2am so pace yourself, we don’t want any dunk tank drownings in 3 ft water. 480.753.4577
Spotted Donkey Cantina May 5th-7th
For something a bit less chaotic come to the Spotted Donkey Cantina in Scottsdale for a 3-day Cinco de Mayo starting from 11:30am and going till 10pm. This creative Mexican restaurant and cantina will be celebrating with live music, drink specials and a custom menu. Try the new “Donkey Kick” with Habanero infused tequila or one of their signature margaritas such as Prickly Pear or Blood Orange. Mariachi bands will perform throughout the 3 days of festivities. As for the spotted donkey himself well, he will be there too so get your cameras ready for drunk donkey pictures...appropriate ones that is. Ahem. 480.922.1400
Cinco De Mayo Block Party Mill Ave May 5th
Canteen Modern Tequila Bar, the newest edition to Mill Ave as well as Fat Tuesday will be co-hosting the Cinco De Mayo Block Party in the open air courtyard at 6th St and Mill Ave. The festivities start at noon and go into the wee hours. Play in the sandy beach, dance it up to the DJ lineup and oh my, there will even be a pig roast. Drink it down with $2 Coronas and $3 Margaritas! If you’re a pro, Canteen plans to roll out 120 different tequilas for your drinking pleasure. Bottoms up! Cover begins at 8pm so get there early and stay late! 480.773.7135
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15 Table Billiard Room! 48 65” Plasma Screen TVs! 3,000 Sq Ft Patio! Coach Purse Giveaway Every Saturday Night!Grill Cactus Moon Sports Join us on & for Special Offers1017 N Dobson Rd Ste 108 Mesa, AZ 85201 1017 N. Dobson • MESA RIVERVIEW • 480-833-2226 • CactusMoonMesa.com (480)833-2226
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$4 Wells & House Wines Cosmos & Appletini’s Bungalow Juice
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$6 Spinach Dip Grilled Cheese Bruschettas Bungalow Bites or Wings 4360 N. Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale 85251 (480) 994-1888 www.bungalowbarandgrill.com
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$3 Tacos $4 Crafted Cocktails $4 Margaritas & Mojitos $4 Sangria & Wines
2501 E. Camelback Rd. Phoenix, 85016 (602) 441-5728 www.fuegotaco.com
Happy Hour Everyday 4-7pm & 10-cl 2 off all wines by the glass $1 off all draft beers $4 well drinks. 1534 E. Bethany Home Rd Phoenix 85014 (602) 265-4125
Happy Hour Mon-Fri 11 am-7 pm $3.75 25 oz domestic drafts and $1 off everything else 1/2 priced appetizers 3:00pm-6:00pm Friendly English pub with food for both Brits and Yanks Military discount Breakfast every Sunday morning Beers from around the world
Best Happy Hour & Largest Patio on Mill 3-6pm every day
Happy Hour 3 to 6 p.m. Daily and All Day Sunday $1 off all Regular Pints & Wine and $2 off all appetizers
$4 flaming cheeses $4 calamari $4 hummus trio $3 on well cocktails, draft beers and house wines
Check out our special nights: Monday $5 Chili Dog & Beer Night Tuesday - Taco Tuesday Wednesday - $5 Wing Night Cask Ales Available
Southwest corner of Scottsdale and McDowell roads 1334 N Scottsdale Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85257
(480) 941-4915
www.thebritishopenpub.com www.facebook.com/britishopenpub 16th St. Sports Bar - Mon-Fri, 3-7pm - Specials on Three Olive Vodka, Carlsberg, Mirror Pond, and more! Every Weds. - Well Mania - 2 For 1 Well Drinks, Every Fri. - Jack, Jim ‘N James - Jack Daniels, Jim Beam & Jameson $3.50, Beer of the Month $3 All Day 25 Degrees - Daily, 3-7pm $2.50 Wells & Domestic Bottles, $5 Wine Selection, $4 20oz Drafts, $25% Off Bottled Wine. Armitage - Mon-Sat, 3-7pm & 10pm-Close, All Day HH on Mon - Special on Wine, Food, Martinis & Spirits.
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The Big Bang - 5-8pm Fri/Sat - All Drinks $2-$3- (480) 557-5595 Bar 350 - $3.50 Wells and Domestic Bottles Every Day! Bison Witches - Happy Hour 4-7pm Mon-Fri $3 premium pints and select calls and $1 off apps. (480)894-9104 Blue Martini - Every Day 4-7pm 1/2 off all Drinks and Appetizers “In the Biz” 7 Days a week after 11pm. (480) 638-BLUE
www.rtosullivans.com 1010 Southern Ave ,Mesa AZ 6646 Superstition Springs Blvd, Mesa Az 5830 Bell Rd, Glendale AZ Boulders On Broadway - Monday thru Friday 3-7PM/10-CLOSE, and ALL DAY Saturday. $2.50 select appetizers. $3.50 craft pints, $2.50 domestic pints. (480) 921-9431 Canteen - Daily, 4-6:30pm 1/2 Off 100% Agave House Margaritas, Bottled & Draft Beer, Premium Well Drinks, All Tequilas & Select Food Items. Cantina Laredo - Mon-Fri, 4-7pm Casa Ritas $3, Domestic Beers $2.50, Imported Beers $3.25, House Wine $4, Well drinks $4 plus discounted appetizers.
BEST HAPPY HOUR IN TOWN ! 11-8 MONDAY-FRIDAY 1/2 OFF ALL APPETIZERS ! May 5th, 2011 - May 11th, 2011
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Sun Up Brewing Company & Brewhouse 322 E. Camelback Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85012 602-279-8909 www.sunupbrewing.com Carefree Station - 50% OFF ALL Beer, Wine and Liquor. All Day. Every Day. All Summer Long. Hundreds to choose from. 480.488.8182 Chop and Wok - T 3-7pm, 7 Days! $3 Jager shots, $3 Well Drinks, $2 Coors Light, $2 Bud Light, $1 PBRs!, $4 Orange Sunshine, Half off appetizers. CK’s- Mon-Sat 3-7PM, Reverse Happy Hour, Sun-Thurs, 10-Close, ½ Price Selected Appetizers, $2.50 Domestic Bottles and Pints, $2.50 Daily Import Special and $2.50 Heineken Pints All Day Every Day - (480) 706-5564
Cactus Moon Sports Grill 1017 N Dobson Rd Ste 108 Mesa, AZ 85201 (480)833-2226
Join us for Happy Hour in the Red Horse Saloon
BETWEEN OUR LIQUID ENVIRONMENT AND THE DIM LIGHTING, SOMEONE’S BOUND TO FIND YOU ATTRACTIVE.
Featuring daily drink specials and an all new Happy Hour menu with scrumptious culinary offerings starting at $1.95 to $4.95. Monday - Saturday: 4pm - 6:30pm & 9pm - 10pm Sunday: 12pm - 9pm
Daily Happy Hour 4-7pm Reduced Well, Wine, Draft Bottles and Appetizers 906 E. Camelback Road Phoenix, AZ 85014 (602) 241-1916 www.rosiemccaffreys.com
BEST HAPPY HOUR ON MILL AVE! 4:00 to to 6:30 6:30 PM PM 4:00 Every Day Every Day Half off off 100% 100% Agave Agave Half House Margaritas, Margaritas, House Bottled and and Draft Draft Beer, Beer, Bottled Premium Well Well Drinks, Drinks, Premium all Tequilas, Tequilas, and and all select food food items! items! select www.canteentequilabar.com www.canteentequilabar.com D’Arcy McGee’s – 3pm-6pm and 9pm to close. $3 Pints. Devil’s Advocate - Happy Hour 3-7 Pm Monday-Friday Drink Specials Frashers - Mon-Fri 4-7PM, ½ Off All Appetizers, ½ Off All House Drinks, House Wine & Beer - (480) 429-9544 Fuego Tacos - 3pm-7pm, Mon-Sat - $3 Tacos, $4 Crafted Cocktails, $4 Margaritas & Mojitos, $4 Sangria & Wines. Hungry Monk – 7 Days, 11am-7pm. $1 off all drinks
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HAPPY HOUR!! Mon-Fri 4:30 to 6:30pm 1/2 Off All Cocktails & Liquor $4.50 Smoking Loons wine $2.00 Domestic Beers $3.00 Import Beers Reverse Happy Hour Sunday - Thursday 10pm to close $2.00 Domestic Beers $3.00 Imported Beers
Happy Hour Monday - Friday 3pm to 7pm
$6 Appetizers 1/2 Off Drafts 1/2 Off House Martinis $1 Off Bottles $4 Well Drinks $6 House Wines Reverse Happy Hour Mon-Sun 10-close At DC Ranch 20751 N. Pima Rd Scottsdale 85255 (480) 473-5522 www.WestAddisonAZ.com
8787 N. Scottsdale Rd (480) 951-6445 www.VillageTavern.com Murphy’s Law - M-F, 3-7pm $3 Wells, $3 Domestic Beers, $4 Calls, $4 House Wine, $4 Premiums of the Week (4 Rotating every week - 2 light, 2 dark) My Big Fat Greek Restaurant - Mon-Sun 3-6. Sun-Thu reverse happy hour 10-close. $3 well, draft, house wine, and Skyy Vodka. $4 appetizers. (480) 966-5883 Rock Bottom – $3 Happy Hour food Menu, $3.25 drink specials. 3:30-6:30 Mon-Fri 10PM-Close Mon-Saturday and 8PM-close on Sundays. Call to Reserve space for office party and group functions 480-598-1300.
RT O’Sullivans - Mon-Fri, 11am-7pm - $1 Off Wine, Well, Beer, $3.75 25oz Domestic Mugs (Bud Lt., Coors Lt., Miller Lite), Mon-Fri, All Apps 1/2 Off & 10pm-12am Every Night, All Day Every Day, $3 Pyrat Rum Drinks San Tan Brewing – Mon-Fri, 2pm-6pm. $3.75 18oz pints, $4 House wines, $1 off everything behind the bar, $5 Appetizers. The Stockyards - FREE Ground Tenderloin Sliders! $3 Bottled Beer, $4 Well Drinks, $5 House Wines, $2 Off Drafts, $2 Off Appetizers, Monday – Friday 4:00pm – 7:00pm (602) 273-7378
HAPPY HOUR 4pm to 9pm WED-SUN 1/2 Price Drinks!!! AZWeeklyMagazine.com
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New Enlarged Bar Area 7th & Glendale 602.264-0700 The Tavern on Mill - M-Th - 4-9pm / Fri - 4-8pm - $1 off well, wine & drafts, 50% off appetizers, (480) 967-5886 Thunderbird Roadhouse - Mon-Fri, 4-7pm, $2 Domestics, $3 well drinks, Half off select appetizers. TTRoadhouse - M-F 11:30-7PM - $.50 (50 cents) off all well & draft Sunday - $1.00 PBR, Old Style & Schlitz; Free Pool Sat & Sun till 7PM (480)947-8723 West Addison - M-F, 3-7pm 1/2 Off Drafts, $4 Well Drinks, 1/2 Off House Martinis, $1 Off Bottle Beer, $6 Glass Wine, All Apps $6 Reverse HH, 9-Close
480-947-9188 www.MulligansAZ.com 7318 E. Stetson Drive Scottsdale, 85251 May 5th, 2011 - May 11th, 2011
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FREE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT EVERY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
DIDDY DIRTY MONEY MAY 10
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Jeff Hunt Band (Original & Top 40 Cover Band) District Stage, 7-10pm Colton Avery (Indie Acoustic Guitarist) AMC Fountain, 7-9pm
SATURDAY, MAY 7TH
Ratio (R&B, Blues, Funk & Hip Hop) District Stage, 7-10pm Luke Niccoli (Indie Acoustic Guitarist) AMC Fountain, 7-9pm Tatum at Loop 101 • www.ShopDesertRidge.com www.facebook.com/DesertRidgeMarketplace www.twitter.com/ShopDesertRidge
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Hello Swindon (Original High Energy Alternative Band) District Stage, 7-10pm David & Amy (Acoustic Alternative Duo) Barnes & Noble Fountain, 7-9pm
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Mojo Farmers (Psychadelic Rock Band) District Stage, 7-10pm Michael V. (Adult Contemporary Guitarist) Barnes & Noble Fountain, 7-9pm Loop 101 and 202 • www.tempemarketplace.com www.facebook.com/TempeMarketplace www.twitter.com/TMPDistrict
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Club Red
2155 E. University, Tempe • 480-CLUB-RED • www.ClubRedRocks Located at the SW Corner of University Drive and Loop 101 in Tempe
JAPAN Relief FUNDRAISER
LOUDNESS
lOUDNESS • Thursday 5/12 • 7 pm • 21+ • $20-$25 Loudness is a Japanese heavy metal band with guitarist Akira Takasaki. They were the first Japanese heavy metal act signed to a major label. Support from Dirty Passion, Warmachine, Dagger, Hollywood Saints, Refuge Denied, Rocking Horse, Three Seconds More, Chemicals of Democracy. Club Red's portion of door proceeds will be donated to Japan Relief Fund.
Advance Tics from the Bands, ClubRedRocks.com or Rockzone Records
Fri 5/6 • 6:30 pm • All Ages • $10-$15
Sat 5/7 • 7 pm • 21+ • $10-$15
Hell Defined, Haven's End, 24 Thorns, Sectas, Ti22, Brother Ghost, Shadows of Oblivion, Riot Act, Third and Maryland, Izzy Edible and Blood From Stone!
GEOFF TATE Wine Signing 4pm to 7pm! The RYCHE, Live Krysus, AZ/DZ, Tattooed Love Boys, LiveWire, Powerslave, Last in Line.
Rawk the Hawk The RYCHE Rock the Hawk BENEFIT SHOW Tuesday 5/10 • 9 pm • 18+
Sahtyre • Nocando
GEOFF TATE Wine Signing 4-7pm Saturday 5/28 • 8 pm • 21+
SAHTYRE and Nocando!! Plus The Insects and Avenue of the Arts (AOTA). True Hip-Hop.
TRUE Hip-Hop • $10 Tuesday 5/24 • 9 pm • 18+
Devin the Dude
KDKB Mike Gaube
KDKB’s Mike Gaube hosts his 3rd HEADBANGERS HEAVEN Party for Listeners.
Headbangers! • $5 Friday 6/3 • 7 pm • 21+
Hurtsmile: Gary Cherone
Devin is about relationships, sex, ridin’ trucks, smokin’ reefer and drinkin’ beer.
Astrocreep 2000, Ghost 211, Incidental, Prone to Wander, Dinonicus, Contrary to Reason.
40 oz to FREEDOM
ACEYAlONE
TRUE Hip-Hop • $17–$20 Thursday 5/26 • 6 pm • 21+ Sublime Tribute that has been touring the nation to rave reviews. Black Bottom Lighters, No Coast.
Sublime Trib • $10–$12 WED 5/4 Open Mic Wednesdays FRI 5/6 RAWK the HAWK SAT 5/7 The RYCHE • Geoff Tate TUE 5/10 NoCanDo • Sahtyre WED 5/11 Open Mic Wednesdays WED 5/11 A Taurus Takeover THR 5/12 LOUDNESS FRI 5/13 NIGHTLIGHT SAT 5/14 Live, Loud & Local WED 5/18 Open Mic Wednesdays FRI 5/20 MegaDon Presents SAT 5/21 STATELINE SAT 5/21 Aztec Smurf/2 Mex TUE 5/24 DEVIN The DUDE
WED 5/25 Open Mic Wednesdays THR 5/26 40 oz to FREEDOM SAT 5/28 Launchpad SAT 5/28 Headbangers Heaven WED 6/1 Open Mic Wednesdays FRI 6/3 Hurtsmile: Gary Cherone SAT 6/4 MegaDon Presents WED 6/8 Open Mic Wednesdays WED 6.8 ACEYALONE SAT 6/11 FREQUIS WED 6/15 Open Mic Wednesdays FRI 6/17 Nightlight Presents FRI 6/17 MegaDon Presents SAT 6/18 Onry Ozzborn
Classic Rock! • $15–$20 Wednesday 6/8 • 8 pm • 18+ Great night! ACEYALONE plus DIRTBAG DAN, Ohm, RaeRae, Blesd 1. It's Hip-Hop.
TRUE Hip-Hop • $10
WED 6/22 Open Mic Wednesdays SAT 6/25 Pearlzmen Presents SAT 6/25 Headbangers Heaven TUE 6/28 GLITCH MOB WED 6/29 Open Mic Wednesdays WED 7/6 Open Mic Wednesdays FRI 7/8 Keep Metal Alive SAT 7/9 Faster Pussycat FRI 7/22 Pearlzmen Presents FRI 8/12 Y&T SAT 8/27 Romantasy Cabaret SAT 10/15 Lauchpad: DIVAS BANDS, send EPK via Sonic Bids or call Dan Ohler at 480-221-2382
Show Details at www.clubredrocks.com
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Thursday May 5th Cave Creek Buffalo Chip Saloon (480) 4889118, 6811 E. Cave Creed Rd.: Pat James Band. www.buffalochipsaloon.com Cody’s (480) 575-1101, 6032 E. Cave Creek Rd.: Sage GentleWing and AZ Blues Project. www.codyscavecreek.com Mesa Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and Grill (480) 844-8629, 1065 N. Dobson Rd.: Authority Zero and Code Blue. www.tobysmesa.com Phoenix The Blooze (602) 788-4574, 12014 N 32nd St.: Hashknife Outfit, Rooster King Koz and Big Joe Curran. www.thebloozebar.com Hazelwood’s First Place (602) 957-2462, 3626 E. Indian School Rd.: James Parks. www.hazelwoodsfirstplace.com Scottsdale Howl at the Moon (480) 994HOWL (4695), 7419 E. Indian Plaza Dr., Suite A: Dueling Pianos. www.howlatthemoon.com Martini Ranch (480) 970-0500, 7295 E. Stetson Dr.: The B Foundation. www.martiniranchaz.net
(AMC Fountain). www.shopdesertridge.com
(AC/DC tribute). www.jakes-omine.com
Fountain). www.shopdesertridge. com
Apache Junction Jake’s-O-Mine (480) 982-8608, 1985 W. Apache Trail: AZ/DZ (AC/DC tribute). www.jakes-omine.com
Duck and Decanter (602) 2745429, 1651 E. Camelback Rd.: Meighan & Pratt. 5:30-8:30pm. www.duckanddecanter.com
Cave Creek Buffalo Chip Saloon (480) 4889118, 6811 E. Cave Creek Rd.: Pat James Band. www.buffalochipsaloon.com
Duck and Decanter (602) 2745429, 1651 E. Camelback Rd.: David Sheehy. 1-4pm. www. duckanddecanter.com
Cave Creek Buffalo Chip Saloon (480) 4889118, 6811 E. Cave Creek Rd.: Pat James Band. www.buffalochipsaloon.com Cody’s (480) 575-1101, 6032 E. Cave Creek Rd.: Mary Hoffman. www.codyscavecreek.com Chandler Jersey’s Tavern and Grill (480) 705-9700, 5945 W. Ray Rd.: Tickle. www.jerseystavern.com Fountain Hills Jazz in the Hills / The Octagon Café (480) 816-8806, 12645 N. Suaguaro Blvd.: Armand Boatman Trio w/ Andrew Gross. 7:30-9:30pm. Glendale Donna Jean’s Libation (623) 9797036, 6676 W. Bell Rd.: Blue Note Alliance, Good Luck Stranger, Eastside Jets and Mob vs. Bullet Box. www.donnajeanslibations. com
Hazelwood’s First Place (602) 957-2462, 3626 E. Indian School Rd.: Daylon Greer. www.hazelwoodsfirstplace.com Hidden House (602) 266-1763, 607 W. Osborn Rd.: Writers Guild. myspace.com/thehiddenhouse Lost Leaf Gallery (602) 2580014, 914 N 5th St & Roosevelt: Kongos. www.thelostleaf.org Scottsdale Howl at the Moon (480) 994HOWL (4695), 7419 E. Indian Plaza Dr., Suite A: Dueling Pianos. www.howlatthemoon.com Martini Ranch (480) 970-0500, 7295 E. Stetson Dr.: Tridon CD release w/ Age of Evil, Bard 8, 9Electric and Money$hot. www. martiniranchaz.net Pranksters Too (480) 990-1114, 7919 E. Thomas Rd.: Ronnie Glover & Trio Rio. www.prankstersgarandbrill.com
Cave Creek Coffee Company (480) 488-0603, 6033 E. Cave Creek Rd.: Dana Hubbard. www. cavecreekcoffee.com Cody’s (480) 575-1101, 6032 E. Cave Creek Rd.: Acoustic with Al. www.codyscavecreek.com Chandler Iguana Mack’s (480) 899-6735, 1371 N. Alma School Rd.: Instant Hobo. www.iguanamacks.com Jersey’s Tavern and Grill (480) 705-9700, 5945 W. Ray Rd.: Tickle. www.jerseystavern.com San Tan Brewing Co. (480) 9178700, 8 S. San Marcos Pl.: Notes From Neptune. www.santanbrewing.com Glendale Donna Jean’s Libation (623) 9797036, 6676 W. Bell Rd.: Brown Tones, The Blue Moons and Ukaholics Anonymous. www. donnajeanslibations.com
Pranksters Too (480) 990-1114, 7919 E. Thomas Rd.: Hans Olson. www.prankstersgarandbrill.com
Mesa The Office Sports Bar (480) 6491650, 330 S. Gilbert Rd.: Classic Rock.
Scottsdale Promenade (480) 385-2820, 16427 N. Scottsdale Rd. (SEC of Scottsdale Rd. and Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd.): DelRayz
Rogue Bar (480) 947-3580, 423 N. Scottsdale Rd.: Buster Blue, There is Danger and The Absolute. myspace.com/theroguebar
Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and Grill (480) 844-8629, 1065 N. Dobson Rd.: Nick Nicholson. www.tobysmesa.com
Tempe Sail Inn (480) 839-6637, 26 S. Farmer St.: Junk Ditch Road. www.thesailinn.com
Tempe Canteen Tequila Bar (480) 7737135, 640 S. Mill Ave.: Acoustic Music from 5:30 to 7:30pm. www. canteentequilabar.com
Phoenix Bar Smith (602) 229-1265, 130 E. Washington St.: RAC. www. barsmithphoenix.com
Tempe Marketplace 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy: Hello Swindon (District Stage) and David and Amy (B&N Fountain).
Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and Grill (480) 844-8629, 1065 N. Dobson Rd.: Nick Nicholson. www.tobysmesa.com
The Blooze (602) 788-4574, 12014 N 32nd St.: A Boy Named Sioux. www.thebloozebar.com
Yucca Tap Room (480) 967-4777, 29 W. Southern Ave. (Southwest corner of Southern and Mill): Sun Ghost CD Release. www.yuccatap.com
Phoenix The Blooze (602) 788-4574, 12014 N 32nd St.: Voodoo Swing, Pat Roberts, The Heymakers and Surfside IV. www.thebloozebar. com
Club 910 (480) 966-0707, 910 N. McClintock Dr.: X-Tra Ticket (Grateful Dead tribute). www.910liveaz.com Yucca Tap Room (480) 967-4777, 29 W. Southern Ave.,(Southwest corner of Southern and Mill): Blunt Club. www.yuccatap.com
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Brick (602) 258-3665, 455 N. 3rd St.: The Hooves and What Laura Says.
Saturday May 7th
Desert Ridge Marketplace 21001 N. Tatum Blvd.: Jeff Hunt Band (District Stage) and Colton Avery
Apache Junction Jake’s-O-Mine (480) 982-8608, 1985 W. Apache Trail: AZ/DZ
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Mesa Hollywood Alley (480) 820-7117, 2610 W. Baseline Rd.: Gloria’s Fold, Red Complex and more. myspace.com/hollywoodalley The Office Sports Bar (480) 6491650, 330 S. Gilbert Rd.: Classic Rock.
Desert Ridge Marketplace 21001 N. Tatum Blvd.: Ratio (District Stage) and Luke Niccoli (AMC
Hard Rock Café (602) 261-7625, 201 E. Washington St.: William Elliott Whitmore, Lost in the Sun and Cowboy the Indian (Matthew Reveles) www.hardrock. com Ice House Tavern (602) 2441179, 3855 E. Thomas Rd.: The Downtown Chamber Series and Low Anthem. myspace.com/icehousetavernphx Lost Leaf Gallery (602) 2580014, 914 N 5th St & Roosevelt: Coats and Villa. www.thelostleaf.org Scottsdale Martini Ranch (480) 970-0500, 7295 E. Stetson Dr.: Scoti*Slate and Rock Lobster. www.martiniranchaz.net Pranksters Too (480) 990-1114, 7919 E. Thomas Rd.: Dirty Lingo. www.prankstersgarandbrill.com Rogue Bar (480) 947-3580, 423 N. Scottsdale Rd.: Nicholas Rodgers, Something Went Awry, Call Me Old Fashioned, Titty Whompus and JBA. myspace. com/theroguebar Tempe Sail Inn (480) 839-6637, 26 S. Farmer St.: Restless Natives, Goetta, V Knights, Rare Form, Bad Cactus Brass Band, Japhys Descent, Quick Henry, Homes Jones Blues Band and DJ Stoner. www.thesailinn.com Tempe Marketplace 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy: Mojo Farmers (District Stage) and Michael V. (B&N Fountain). Yucca Tap Room (480) 967-4777, 29 W. Southern Ave.,(Southwest corner of Southern and Mill): Super Stereo. www.yuccatap.com
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Concert Venues Ashley Furniture HomeStore Pavilion (602) 2547200, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix: (formerly Cricket Wireless Pavilion) June 3rd: Tim McGraw, Luke Bryan and The Band Perry June 17th: Motley Crue, Poison and New York Dolls July 15th: Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival July 24th: Journey, Foreigner and Night Ranger August 5th: Kid Rock w/ Sheryl Crow August 7th: Vans Warped Tour September 3rd: Def Leppard and Heart September 6th: Kings of Leon w/ Band of Horses www.livenation.com ASU Kerr Cultural Center (480) 965-3434, 6110 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale: May 14th: AZ Masterworks Chorale www.asukerr.com Celebrity Theatre (602) 267-1600, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix: May 11th: Leon Russell May 12th: Brian McKnight May 21st: Plies May 28th: Grown & Sexy Concert Series #2 w/ KC & JoJo, Silk and Dave Hollister (from Blackstreet) June 3rd: Kansas June 25th: Men of Soul: Jeffrey Osborne, Peabo Bryson and Freddie Jackson June 28th: Ted Nugent July 2nd: Mike Epps July 15th: Chris Isaak September 21st: Basia November 3rd: Wynonna www.celebritytheatre.com
July 19th: Matthew Morrison July 25th: A Perfect Circle August 3rd: Katy Perry September 20th: Ke$ha www.livenation.com The Compound Grill (480) 557-9087, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd., Scottsdale: May 5th: Grupo Liberdade May 6th: Friends of the Orphans Charity Concert May 7th: Marmalade Skies (Beatles tribute) May 8th: Devon McClive and Sons May 9th: Acoustic Round-Up May 10th: Tuesday Jazz Jam May 11th: Soulive May 13th: Legends of Country Music May 14th: Nameless Prophets www.thecompoundgrill.com Jobing.com Arena (623) 772-3800, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale: May 15th: Yanni October 7th: Keith Urban October 21st: Taylor Swift October 22nd: Taylor Swift www.jobingarena.com
Tempe Center for the Arts (480) 350-2822, 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe: Marquee Theatre (480) 829-0607. 730 N. Mill Ave., May 5th: Carolyn Eynon Singers May 17th: Friends of TCA presents “Performance with Tempe: a View” May 7th: B/S (Bon Scott-era AC/DC tribute) w/ special guests www.tempe.gov/TCA May 9th: Coheed and Cambria May 11th: Symphony X, Nevermore, Soilwork, Power- U.S. Airways Center (602) 379-7800, 201 E. Jefglove and Blackguard ferson St., Phoenix: May 12th: Steel Pulse w/ special guests June 10th: Vincente Fernandez May 13th: Detox CD release w/ special guests June 16th: Rush May 14th: Rebelution w/ special guests June 30th: New Kids on the Block and Backstreet www.luckymanonline.com Boys w/ Jordin Sparks August 19th: Josh Groban Mesa Amphitheatre (480) 644-2560, 263 N. September 2nd: Sade w/ John Legend Chandler Center for the Arts (480) 782-2680, 250 Center St., Mesa: www.usairwayscenter.com N. Arizona Ave., Chandler: June 9th: Deftones May 7th: Chandler Children’s Choir June 10th: Cake Underground/Nile Theatre (480) 559-5859, 105 www.chandlercenter.org June 28th: Wiz Khalifa W. Main St, Mesa: May 7th: Between the Buried and Me, Job for a CowThe Clubhouse Music Venue (480) 967-7977, 1320 www.mesaamp.com boy, The Ocean and Cephalic Carnage E. Broadway Rd., Tempe: Mesa Arts Center (480) 644-6500, 1 East Main May 9th: Take Action Tour featuring Bayside, SilverMay 5th: Trader Joe and the Swamp Puffins, StarSt., Mesa: stein, The Swellers, Polar Bear Club and Texas in July cross, No Big Deal, Alive in Paris, Primary Funktion, May 10th: Cody Simpson, Greyson Chance and Broseph Smith, From Kids to Kings, Riot Act and The May 12th: Herb Alpert & Lani Hall May 28th: CTS Camryn Process to Bleed www.mesaartslive.com May 11th: Vinnie Caruana and Brandon Reilly May 6th: Kendrick Lamar May 12th: Holy Grail and Cauldron May 7th: Sepultura, D.R.I., Belphegor, Hate, Keep of MIM Music Theater (480) 476-8000, 4725 E. Mayo May 13th: Arsonists Get All the Girls, A Plea for PurgKalessin, Neuraxis and Bonded by Blood Blvd., Phoenix: ing and more May 10th: Man Man May 15th: Lee Konitz w/ Young Sounds of Arizona May 14th: The Arkaik Arizona Summer Compilation May 12th: The Technicolors, Snake! Snake! Snakes!, May 18th: Bob Berkman and Player Piano Release w/ In It For Storms, A Step Ahead and Fair Mergence, Kid Sampson, The Muddy Moneys and www.themim.org and Debonair The Sweeps May 14th: The Human Abstract, Scale the Summit, May 13th: Lurid State, A Distant Calm, Cathexis, Rhythm Room (602) 265-4842, 1019 E. Indian Let Live, Elitist and more Rising Pain, Cold Blooded Theory, The Awakening School Rd., Phoenix: www.mesaunderground.com and Andomeda th May 5 : Knee Deep Experience May 14th: Alien Ant Farm May 6th: Michael Burks www.clubhousegigs.com May 7th: Repeat Offenders Club Red/Red Owl (480) 496-4733, 2155 E. Univer- May 7th: Bad News Blues Band w/ Long John Hunter May 8th: Elvesque sity Dr., Tempe: May 9th: Blues Jam hosted by Bill Tarsha & the Rocket May 7th: The Ryche 88’s May 10th: NoCanDo May 11th: Joy Ride May 12th: Loudness May 12th: Peachcake, Factories, Whisperlights, May 20th: Howitzer Genre, Tobie Milford and William Reed May 26th: 40 oz. to Freedom May 13th: Dylan Gardner, Luke Nuccoli, Navid Ashrafi www.clubredrocks.com and Green Means Go May 13th: Rod Piazza & the Mighty Flyers Comerica Theatre (602) 379-2800, 400 W. WashMay 14th: Michelle Shocked ington St., Phoenix: May 14th: Cold Shott & the Hurricane Horns (Formerly Dodge Theatre) www.rhythmroom.com May 12th: Moody Blues May 25th: Earth Wind & Fire with this coupon! Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) June 10th: Jethro Tull – Aqualung 40th Anniversary 994-2787, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale: Open Monday‐Saturday Tour May 7th: Sing-Along Sound of Music June 15th: Bruno Mars & Janelle Monae May 14th: Dan Zanes & Friends June 19th: Luis Miguel www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org June 21st: Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Expires 7/31/10 Expires 4/28/11 Jerry Douglas
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Skye Restaurant and Lounge (623) 334-0010, 16844 N. Arrowhead Fountain Center Dr., Peoria: May 6th: Chris Hiatt – Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan May 7th: Disco Dynamite – Tribute to the Disco Music of the 70’s May 13th: Bella Donna – Tribute to Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac May 15th: Edvis – The Ultimate Elvis Tribute May 20th: 3 International Tenors May 20th: Creedence Relived May 21st: Yesterday Once More – A Tribute to the Carpenters May 21st: Piano Man – Tribute to Billy Joel & Elton John May 26th: 3 Blonde Moms May 27th: Simon & Garfunkel Retrospective May 27th: Ghost in the Machine – Tribute to Sting & The Police May 28th: Simon & Garfunkel Retrospective May 28th: Dust N Bones – Guns & Roses Tribute June 3rd: Tattooed Love Boys – A Tribute to the Pretenders June 4th: Marmalade Skies – The Music of the Beatles www.skye-restaurant.com
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Irish Pubs Live Music Calendar Wednesday – May 4 Scott Jeffers @ Dubliner Mike Mercier @ Fibber Magees Holly Kirsten @ Skeptical Chymist
Thursday – May 5
Jay Allen @ Tim Finnegan’s Jim Gregory @ Fibber Magees DJ Jam w/ M.C. Carlos @ Irish Wolfhound Rula-oky @ Rula Bula Shelby James @ D’Arcy McGee’s Los Thieves@ Murphy’s Law The Waters @ Rosie McCaffrey’s
Friday – May 6
The Biffos @ Turf Keltic Cowboys @ Tim Finnegan’s Spin Cycle @ Irish Wolfhound Easton Ashe @ O’Donoghue’s Along for the Ride @ Murphy’s Law Shawn Johnson @ Rula Bula RIG @ Rosie McCaffrey’s Shirley’s Temple @ Fibber Magees
Saturday – May 7
Scott McKenna @ Turf Mike Mercier @ Murphy’s Law Mod Zombies @ Rula Bula RIG @ Rosie McCaffrey’s Halo Machine @ Fibber Magees Spin Cycle @ Irish Wolfhound Jim Gregory @ Skeptical Chymist Blaine Long @ Tim Finnegan’s
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Boston’s 1730 E. Elliot Rd, Tempe (480) 831-0822 – Thu, Sat, Sun
Famous Sam’s (NW Corner of Baseline & Lindsay) 720 W. Ray Rd., Chandler (480) 899-9804 - Sat
Brass Rail 3738 E. Thomas, Phoenix (602) 956-1280 - Wed
Fox & Hound 1017 E. Baseline Rd., Gilbert (480) 507-2343 – Tue, Wed
Breakroom 4729 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix (602) 267-1010 – 7 Days
Gallagher’s 7575 N. 16th St., Phoenix (602) 997-0084 – Thu, Sat
Chantilly’s 717 W. Union Hills, Phoenix (602) 789-1417 - Sat Cocomo Joe’s 28244 N. Tatum, Phoenix (480) 538-8008 – Wed, Sun
Brigett’s Last Laugh 17222 N. Cave Creek, Phoenix (602) 788-0507 – 7 Days
Giligin’s 4251 N. Winfield, Scottsdale (480) 874-2264 – Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu
Clubhouse Grill 14175 W. Indian School Rd Goodyear, AZ 85393 623-535 – GULP (4857) Wednesday
Grapevine 4013 N. Brown, Scottsdale (480) 994-1792 – 7 Days
Enoch’s 6750 W. Peoria, Peoria (623) 878-6296 – 7 Days
Casey Jones Grill on Bell 2848 E Bell Rd Phoenix, AZ 602 493-9930 - Fri Chances Are 7570 E. 6th Ave, Scottsdale (480) 994-4338 – Mon, Thu Chuy’s 1831 E. Baseline, Tempe (480) 777-2905 - Fri Clicks Billiards 3935 E. Thomas Rd., Phoenix (602) 220-0859 - Wed Devil’s Hideaway 1807 E. Baseline Rd. Ste. 101 Tempe (480) 491-0442 Wed & Sun Dirty Drummer 1211 N. Country Club, Mesa (480) 834-6371 - Sat Dirty Drummer 3002 N. Arizona Ave, Chandler (480) 926-2843 – Tue, Sat Dukes 7607 E. McDowell Rd., Scottsdale (480) 675-9724 – Thu, Sat Ernies Inn 10443 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 948-4422 – 7 Days
Hazelwoods 3626 E. Indian School, Phoenix (602) 957-2462 – Tue, Sat JJ’s Cantina 409 N. Scottsdale Rd., Phoenix (480) 990-3477 – Fri, Sat
Bullock’s 2601 W. Bethany Home, Phoenix (602) 433-9303 – 7 Days
Gallagher’s 751 E. Union Hills, Phoenix (602) 867-3222 – Thu, Sat George & Dragon 4240 N. Central Ave, Phoenix (602) 241-0018 - Mon
JJ Madison’s 430 N. Power Rd., Mesa (480) 924-8778 – Tue, Fri
Lighthouse 12351 W. Indian School Rd., Avondale (623) 935-2471 – 7 Days
Max Sports Bar 7134 E. Thomas, Scottsdale (480) 994-4488 -Sat
Marc’s Sports Grill 4494 W. Peoria, Phoenix (623) 842-1053 – 7 Days
O Kelley’s 2120 W. Guadalupe, Mesa (480) 756-6069 – Mon, Thu Pranksters Too 7919 E. Thomas, Scottsdale (480) 990-1114 - Tue Sandstone Cafe 4959 W. Ray Rd, Chandler (480) 961-2913
Old Chicago 5695 W. Bell Rd., Glendale (602) 938-8808 - Sat Pappy’s Sports Bar 11801N. 19th Ave, Phoenix (602) 944-3992 - Thu Stinger’s 10222 N. 43rd Ave, Phoenix (623) 937-9645 – 7 Days Wild Bills 6840 N. 27th Ave, Phoenix (602) 242-2345 – 7 Days
Famous Sam’s 2730 E. Baseline, Mesa (480) 699-8142 - Wed, Sun
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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) You’ll have a stalled conversation this week, while shoveling horse manure.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Don’t attempt to ride old-fashioned Scotsmen this week.You might be thrown off-kilter.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Spare change? There’s some over there on the ground by my spare Cadillac.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) See Aquarius divination.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan.19) Red squirrel: Transport package to drop point Omega. Await further instructions.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) You’ll iron out a dispute this week. I’d recommend the eight-iron. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Don’t keep banging your head against that brick wall this week. Suggest kneecap. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) The meek shall inherit the earth, but in the meantime they need to get the hell out of the fast lane. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) You’ll put your best foot forward this week. Look at you on that escalator!
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Wynette. Gates open at 8:00 p.m. A local popular band Young Country will open for Coe and then Coe will take the stage at 8:00 p.m. “David Allan Coe has a huge cult following in country music. People are still talking about his concert here last year, and we anticipate another equally entertaining performance,” said Danny Piacquadio, Harold’s co-owner. Advance tickets for Coe’s concert will be available at www.Ticketmaster. com for $20 General Admission standing, $35 General Admission seats, and VIP tickets for $50. Tickets can be purchased at Harold’s Cave Creek Corral, 6895 E. Cave Creek Road or at www.Ticketmaster.com. For more details, visit www.HaroldsCorral.com.
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