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Love, Loss, and What I Wore January 3–8, 2012 Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Cast of five includes Emmy Award winner Loretta Swit Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will present the Arizona premiere of the international hit play Love, Loss, and What I Wore on Jan. 3–8, 2012. The show’s Scottsdale cast will feature five actresses, including Loretta Swit, a star of the long-running television comedy M*A*S*H. Tickets are available for $39 or $49 online at www.ScottsdalePerformingArts.org or through the Patron Services Box Office at (480) 499-TKTS (8587). A special group discount is available when purchasing 10 or more tickets. Written by sisters Nora Ephron and Delia Ephron, Love, Loss, and What I Wore is an intimate collection of stories based on the best-seller by Ilene Beckerman, as well as on the recollections of the Ephrons’ friends. Like the popular book, Love, Loss, and What I Wore uses clothing and accessories and the memories they trigger to tell funny and often poignant stories to which all women can relate. The show opened in New York City in 2009 at the Westside Theatre, where it has broken that theater’s box-office records, and was honored with a 2010 Drama Desk Award and a Broadway. com Audience Award. Love, Loss, and What I Wore has been produced in more than eight countries and began its U.S. tour in Chicago in September 2011. Produced by Daryl Roth and directed by Karen Carpenter, Love, Loss, and What I Wore is performed by a rotating cast of five actresses who perform in five-week cycles. Members of the cast have included Samantha Bee, Alexis Bledel, Kristin Chenoweth, Tyne Daly, Fran Drescher, Janeane Garofalo, Melissa Joan Hart, Carol Kane,

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ity and talent at a young age, Kevin ultimately found a home on “Sesame Street.” Playing exclusively at The Royale. (PG – 80 minutes)

Stan Robinson, 65, is a retired first assistant director with more than 22 years of experience in film and media production. Read his full features and reviews exclusively online at ScreenScene.org.

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DVD Watch! By Stan Robinson ‘The Debt’ Starring Helen Mirren, Jessica Chastain, Ciaran Hinds, Tom Wilkinson and directed by John Madden is Rated R and available on Blu-ray/DVD. ‘The Help’ Starring Emma Stone, Viola Davis, Bryce Dallas Howard, Allison Janney, Jessica Chastain, Octavia Spencer, and directed by Tate Taylor is Rated PG-13 and available on Three-Disc Combo: Blu-ray/DVD + Digital Copy. ‘Hanna’ Starring Saoirse Ronan, Eric Bana, Niels Arestrup, Cate Blanchett, Jason Flemyng, Tom Hollander, directed by Joe Wright is Rated PG-13 is Rated PG-13 and available in a Combo Pack with Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital Copy. ‘The Hangover Part II’ Starring Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis, Bradley Cooper, Justin Bartha, Ken Jeong, and directed by Todd Phillips is Rated R and available on Blu-ray/DVD Combo + UltraViolet Digital Copy).

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Randy Montgomery, 34, works in media and marketing and holds a master’s degree in counseling and education. Read his full features and reviews exclusively online at AZWeeklyMagazine.com. Joseph J. Airdo, 27, is a Walter Cronkite School of Journalism graduate with a bachelor’s degree in media analysis and criticism. Read his full features and reviews exclusively online at Examiner.com/Phoenix.

form of a maniacally melodramatic performance from actress Ellen Barkin – opening them back up again.” Grade: D

Reviewers’ Roundtable The following quotes were pulled from AZ Weekly Entertainment Magazine’s film columnists’ full reviews in an effort to generate a well-rounded overview of each of this weekend’s new releases.

‘London Boulevard’ An ex-con (Colin Farrell) hired to look after a reclusive young actress (Keira Knightly) finds himself falling in love, which puts him in direct confrontation with one of London’s most vicious gangsters (Ray Winstone). (R – 103 minutes)

‘Another Happy Day’ A woman (Ellen Barkin) attends her son’s wedding at the estate of her exhusband (Thomas Haden Church). Also starring Ellen Burstyn, Demi Moore, Ezra Miller and Kate Bosworth. Playing exclusively at Harkins Valley Art. (R – 115 minutes) Joseph: “Highly dysfunctional families in film are fun to watch because, like it or not, we can all relate to them in some way or another. However, completely neurotic families in film – such as the one featured in ‘Another Happy Day’ – are absolutely unbearable because if you are unlucky enough to be able to relate to them, you probably still have emotional wounds as a result and do not need any reminders – especially in the

‘Being Elmo: A Puppeteers Journey’* Beloved by children of all ages around the world, Elmo is an international icon. Few people know his creator, Kevin Clash, who dreamed of working with his idol, master puppeteer Jim Henson. Displaying his creativ-

Joseph: “The synopsis of ‘London Boulevard’ – the directorial debut of ‘The Departed’s’ screenwriter William Monahan – may sound simple and straight-forward enough at first glance. However, the deeper one travels down this street, a surplus of subplots emerge, convoluting what started out as a somewhat stimulating setup. Moreover, most of said subplots are unnecessary and lack resolution, suggesting that their inclusion was merely a means for Monahan to showcase his acclaimed dialogue. And everyone knows what happens when one sacrifices substance for style.” Grade: D

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The lives of several couples and singles in New York intertwine over the course of New Year’s Eve. Starring Halle Berry, Jessica Biel, Jon Bon Jovi, Abigail Breslin, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, Robert De Niro, Josh Duhamel, Zac Efron, Hector Elizondo, Katherine Heigl, Ashton Kutcher, Seth Meyers, Lea Michele, Sarah Jessica Parker, Michelle Pfeiffer, Til Schweiger, Hilary Swank and Sofia Vergara. (PG-13 – 117 minutes)

The following quotes were pulled from interviews conducted by AZ Weekly Entertainment Magazine’s film columnists with talent speaking on behalf movies released to Blu-ray and DVD just in time for the holiday gift-giving season.

An irresponsible baby sitter (Jonah Hill) takes a brood of rambunctious children (Landry Bender, Max Records and Alex Wolff) to New York City. Also starring Ali Graynor, Sam Rockwell and Method Man. (R – 82 minutes) *Screened after deadline. (** The artwork for this feature has a priority placement status, as this is our special holiday gift &home movieviewing feature and is in the Bonus Features folder!)

Horror: ‘Chillerama’

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“Even ‘Hatchet,’ as much as that is like my first real movie, to me it was largely a comedy. Since then, I have sort have been this horror guy – which is great because I love the horror stuff and I am very proud to be that guy – but ‘The Diary of Anne Frankenstein’ is really the most straight-forward Mel Brooks type of comedy that I have done. I learned that I still have that [knack for comedy] and I equally love doing that. I learned that you are always trying not to be pigeon-holed but all you have got to do is do something else to not be pigeon-holed.” – Writer/Director Adam Green (‘Diary of Anne Frankenstein’)

“When I went to the country of Georgia and started my research, it really became my passion to tell this story. I felt like I could take what I had learned in making action movies and put it into really good use. I did

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of the fun that it is to make movies and to be able to get a reaction out of an audience. I think that every filmmaker should not just do big tentpole films but go back and tell more personal stories that you would not be able to do if you had 17 cooks in the kitchen.” – Writer/Director Joe Lynch (‘Zom-B Movie’) “I grew up seeing all of the monster movies that I loved on a local Chicago television show called ‘Son of Svengoolie.’ My first love of movies started with seeing movies on that show and my first love of movies were monster movies. This was the first time of all the movies that I have made that I really got a chance to make a movie that was directly inspired by the very first movies that made me love movies. I learned how much fun that is and to keep wanting to play in that playground and make more movies that really just tap into

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working on the story and the characters because I liked them so much. I really didn’t care what capacity, and when they said ‘as director’ I said ‘Sure, all right’.”

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Mickey Mouse was first going to be named Mortimer. Lillian Disney, Walt’s wife, believed the name ‘Mortimer’ sounded too pompous and suggested the name Mickey instead. the nostalgia of what made me love movies in the first place.” – Writer/ Director Adam Rifkin (‘Wadzilla’) “I have found that horror fans are really kindred to all kinds of outsiders because when you are into monsters instead of sports everybody thinks you are kind of weird. The classic monsters were creatures that became monsters because they were denied acceptance. Horror fans accept everybody. I am happiest creatively and do my best work when I do not compromise for other people and when I stay true to my vision and not worry about what this person is going to say or that critic is going to say or whether Wal-Mart is going to stock my film and I just make something purely from my heart.” – Writer/Director Tim Sullivan (‘I Was a Teenage Werebear’)

Thriller: ‘The Debt’ By Stan Robinson “What attracted me to ‘The Debt’ is

that it’s a very, very compelling narrative that absolutely insist on being told as a thriller, but at its core its psychological, emotional, and moral complexity, which is totally bound up in the narrative itself. Often I think when you see a ‘genre thriller’, there’s a point where the thriller has to stop so we understand who the characters are and what’s going on with them. It’s very unusual to find a piece where those elements are woven so tightly together. If you’re going to have a film with the Holocaust as a background of the story, it imposes a very particular responsibility on the filmmaker, not to use that as a peg to hang an exciting story on, you have to take on those themes and deal with them very meticulously, and very honorably.” – Director John Madden

and set direction. I am pretty excited for everyone – the cast and the crew. It is the most amazing group of people. Just to be a part of this has with it a sense of pride.” – Actress Octavia Spencer

“[‘The Help’] is a movie with social relevance. The message is one that transcends age, race and gender. It is really about empowerment and finding your voice and having the courage to stand on principal. It is so easy to talk about ourselves as actors but the filmmaking process is one that is very involved and I feel that every department was represented beautifully in this movie – costumes, makeup, hair

Movie News! Harkins host’s festive film festival By Joseph J. Airdo A digitally restored version of 1964’s “Santa Claus Conquers the Martians” is being re-released on the big screen this weekend as part of Santa’s Cool Holiday Film Festival at Harkins Theatres locations throughout the Valley.

Chick Flick: ‘The Help’ By Randy Montgomery

It was certainly easier because I knew all the characters and they [voice actors] knew their characters so we could talk clearly about what each one was going through for each sequence. Talking to actors is the same as talking to any other artists, it’s getting into the moment for them, and making sure they can loose themselves in the performance! It was very casual and these are some of the best actors in the business, they’re very professional and very wonderful people to work with.” – Director Jennifer Yuh

Animated: ‘Kung Fu Panda 2’ By Stan Robinson “I was on the first movie for four and a half years, a very long time, and being familiar with the story, characters, nuances, and when the option came up for the second film they came to me about it and I said sure, I just wanted to keep going with it, keep

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TALKING STICK RESORT WELCOMES BACK FAN FAVORITE MOTOWN MEMORIES Through December 17th in the

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Following a huge outcry from fans, Talking Stick Resort an enterprise of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, welcomes back its wildly popular show, Motown Memories. A soulful tribute to one of the greatest eras of music of all time, Motown Memories electrifies audiences in the Showroom now through Dec. 17. A talented ensemble of singers and dancers bring Motown to life through expertly performed music and choreography as they explore the record label’s golden age.

For more information on tickets, please call (480) 850-7734 or visit talkingstickresort.com. Guests must be 21 years or older to attend. Shows are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. TICKETS: $19.99 The Showroom at Talking Stick Resort 9800 E. Indian Bend Road, in Scottsdale their good looks, buffed bodies and hot choreography.

THUNDER FROM DOWN UNDER RETURNS TO TALKING STICK RESORT The Acclaimed All-Male Revue Will Hit the Showroom Stage Dec. 8 - 10

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Fans enjoy such classic songs as “Dancing in the Streets,” “Tears of a Clown,” “Love Train” and “Let’s Get it On.” The Disco finale will include songs like Diana Ross’ hit “Love Hangover” and Thelma Houston’s “Don’t Leave Me This Way.” More than an impersonator show, Motown Memories captures the spirit and feeling evoked by a time when Detroit, a city once known for its cars, became a music capital.

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Talking Stick Resort plans to bring some warmth to those chilly winter nights when it welcomes the Thunder from Down Under Dec. 8 -10. Returning to the showroom following three sold out shows in June; Thunder from Down Under will once again wow the audience with

Since its inception Thunder from Down Under has performed in 15 countries including Russia, Canada, Mexico and South Africa, to more than 4 million women. The show gives audiences a rare opportunity to see a fantasy man come to life, while they have the time of their life! Talking Stick Resort is located on Indian Bend Road, just east of Loop 101 in Scottsdale. Tickets for Thunder Down Under are on sale now at the Talking Stick Resort Box Office and on ticketmaster.com. Call (480) 8507734 for more information. You must be 21 years or older to attend. PRICE: $25 advance, $27 day of the show The Showroom at Talking Stick Resort 9800 E. Indian Bend Road, in Scottsdale

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The Best in Casino Entertainment & Shows Scan this code with a smart phone to get updates to all Arizona casino events including Poker Tournaments, Blackjack, Slots and Gambling tips Apache Gold Casino Resort 5 miles East of Globe on Hwy 70 1-800-272-2438 In the Pavilion: Call for updated schedule Cabaret Lounge: free weekend entertainment Dec 9 & 10, Hollywood & Vine Dec 16 & 17, West 10 band Dec 23 & 24, Backstage Crew Dec 30 & 31, Rhythm Edition New Year’s Eve: Little Joe & La familia BlueWater Resort and Casino 11300 Resort Dr., Parker 1-888-243-3360 BlueWater Showroom: Jan 14, Comics Williams & Ree

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Williams & Ree Dig Lounge: live bands, Deejay or Karaoke nightly Casino Arizona 101 at McKellips, Scottsdale 480-850-7734 In the Showroom: Wed-Sun, “Showstoppers Live” A musical tribute to Elvis, Natalie Cole, The Four Tops and Whitney Houston Pima Lounge: Free entertainment nightly with bands: Powerdrive, Shining Star, Los Guys, True to Life, Srt8up Band, and JJ’s Band The Arizona Room Piano Lounge, free entertainment nightly

The Temptations Fort McDowell Casino N of Shea off Hwy 87, Fountain Hills 1-800-THE-FORT Lucky 7 Saloon: Free live entertainment Fri – Sun featuring: Furious George, Cowboy Floyd and the Kenny G project New Year’s Eve: FREE Party with appetizers, party favors, Champagne toast at midnight with music by The Whip-Its

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In the Bingo Hall: Saturday Dec 17 Lunar Bingo – Music, dancing, crazy games and giveaways For updates – go to fortmcdowellcasino. com Harrah’s Ak-Chin Resort and Casino 15406 Maricopa Rd., Maricopa 480-802-5000 Oasis Lounge: Free live entertainment every weekend including: Dec 29, John Michael Montgomery Dec 30, Sammy Kershaw New Year’s Eve: FREE Entertainment with The Family Stone Experience Bingo Hall: Dec 16 at 11pm - Disco Bingo, deejay music, bingo, food and drink specials and fun giveaways For updated schedule, go to harrahsakchin.com Hon-Dah Resort and Casino Highways 260 and 73, Pinetop 1-800-WAY-UP-HIGH Free live entertainment In the Timbers Lounge: Monday - Comedy Night, TuesdaySaturday – Live Bands Dec 6-10, Slamabama Dec 13-17, Mocca Dec 20-24, Vol. 1 Dec 27-30, Apache Spirit New Year’s Eve – Jadi Norris Lone Butte Casino 202 loop at the Kyrene exit – Chandler, 1-800-WIN-GILA Cascades Lounge: Free live entertainment nightly Mon-Thurs (47pm) Fri & Sat (9pm-1am) with: Vinny DiJohn, Michael Corollo, Jadi Norris, Chuck E Baby, Otis & the Beat, Rags Allen, New Frequency, Taddeus Rose, Jasmine, Smooth Groove and Apex band Thursday Nights: “Lucky Break” singing competition Verona Chophouse: Talia (Fri & Sat), Bridget & the Aug (Sun) Bingo Hall: 11:30pm Saturdays - B.A.D BINGO (Bingo after Dark) DJ “Rockin’ Rob” music, light show, bingo & giveaways Mazatzal Hotel & Casino 1/2-mile S. of Payson on Hwy 87 1-800-777-PLAY www.777play.com New Year’s Eve Dinner & Show with the “Dean-O-Holics” - a 1960’s Vegas Tribute to Dean, Frank & Sammy Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Drive, Yuma 1-888-777-4946 Sharky’s Bar: Free entertainment, Karaoke on Wed, DJs on Thurs, live bands

like: Checker’d Past & Mirage Quechan Casino Resort 525 Algodones Rd, Winterhaven CA (5 mi West of Yuma) 1-877-783-2426 In the PIPA Event Center: Dec 16 - Comic Ron White Sidewinders bar: Free live entertainment on weekends Talking Stick Resort Loop 101 and Indian Bend Road Scottsdale 480-850-7777 Talking Stick Showroom: Dec 8-10, Thunder From Down Under (Male Revue)

Dec 29 & 30 – Moonwalker THE Reflection of Michael New Year’s Ball – Entertainment by Morris Day and the Time plus Sheena Easton Degree 270 Lounge: live entertainment, dancing nightly and a spectacular view of the city. Vee Quiva Casino The West Valley’s only Casino 51st Ave, 4 miles S. of Baseline – Laveen 1-800-WIN-GILA Bingo Hall: Fridays at 11pm – Deejay music, light show & dancing Bingo Hall: 11:30pm, Saturdays, Nov 25, Dec 9 & 23 – BINGO ECLIPSE – Bingo, Deejay music, light show & giveaways Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino I-10 at Wild Horse Pass exit - Chandler 1-800-WIN-GILA In the Ovations LIVE! Showroom: Dec 9, The Kooks Dec 10, Blue October Dec 31, New Year’s Eve party w/ POWERDRIVE Encore Lounge: Free entertainment (Thurs-Mon) with: Route 66, Hamptons, Eagleheart, Powerdrive, Vinny DiJohn, Greywolf, Str8up band, Walkens, Pima Express, Rhythm Edition, Throne D & The Ledge, Powerdrive and JJs Band

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Sunday, Dec 11 from 10:30 – 1pm join Local Lily for a cocktail brunch and trunk show at style boutique and home décor shop, J. Bella Loft in Tempe. All guests will be entered to win $375 style GIVEAWAY , so it’s the perfect opportunity to grab a friend, enjoy a beautiful Sunday afternoon and indulge yourself with a brunch-appropriate cocktail to kick off a day of holiday shopping! J. Bella Loft is featured in the FALLiday guide and is home to many of the items on my personal holiday wish list. I love this shop because it offers modern style with a mix with price points. Merchandise includes jewelry and accessories, original art, furniture and bold home accents (hint, hint Santa).

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Owner of J. Bella Loft and professional interior designer extraordinaire Jennifer Dudones is giving away 1.5 hours of interior design consultation. She’ll refresh the look of your space using items you already own and add few new touches purchased with a $150 gift card. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO WIN. Winner does not need to be present to win.

ARIZONA CARDINALS VS. SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS Sunday, December 11th 2011 University of Phoenix Stadium

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Centerstage Church and Mesa Encore Theatre are teaming up to present the popular Christmas play, “A Christmas Story.” The play is directed by Michael E. Bryce, a member of the Board of Directors at Mesa Encore Theatre, and the pastor of Centerstage Church. Mr. Bryce has served on the staff of three area churches over the last 23 years, and has been involved in numerous professional and community theatre productions in that time. “A Christmas Story” opens on December 16th, 2011 in the Playhouse

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All guests will be entered to win additional giveaways every hour and the first 75 guests to attend will receive celebrity style swag bags including locally made Cerreta’s chocolates, certificates to excellent local Valley restaurants and more. Event shoppers will receive 25-75% OFF their purchases the day of the event. Brunch menu includes: Signature Cocktails Crab Cakes Tartes Chocolate Covered Strawberries Event Details: Sunday, December 11 10:30am – 1pm J. Bella Loft is located on the southeast corner of Mill Avenue and Baseline Road. 107 East Baseline Road, Suite A3, TEMPE (480) 907–5111 | www.jbellaloft.com Looking for more? Visit LocalLily.com and download the FREE FALLiday Guide for a guide to the best local restaurants shops this season. Facebook/locallily @locallily on Twitter Eat, Shop and Experience the best of local Arizona at www. LocalLily.com.

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DINE! VOYAGE FROM EGYPT TO THE SILK ROAD

Arizona Bellydancers Band Together To Help Women in War-Torn Nations Mijana Restaurant / Friday, December 16th at 7pm Three top Arizona raqs sharqi and folkloric dance troupes along with several acclaimed solo performers come together this holiday season to present “Voyage from Egypt to the Silk Road” -- an exciting array of folkloric and modern cultural dances from the Middle East and Central Asia, while raising money to assist women in war-torn nations to rebuild their lives. The event takes place Friday, Dec. 16th at 7 pm at Mijana Restaurant, 1290 N Scottsdale Rd, Tempe, 85281. The Silk Road is an extensive network of ancient trade routes 4,000 miles long and nearly 3,000 years old

-- extending from China and India, through Persia and Arabia, into northern Africa and Europe. Many of these trade routes are still in use today. The dances presented in this two-hour show will bring a taste of both ancient and modern culture from this area of the world to Valley performance arts enthusiasts. The $25 ticket price also includes dinner, with choice of Lebanese cuisine, including beef, chicken or lamb, rice and salad (vegetarian options also available). And 25% of all proceeds go to support Women For Women International (womenforwomen.org), a 501(c)3 organization that provides women in war-torn nations with financial and emotional aid, job skills training, rights education and small business assistance, so they can rebuild their lives. Featured performers include top Egyptian performance troupe, Shahrazad Dance Company of Phoenix (www.shahrazaddanceco.com); acclaimed Safar Dance Company from Tucson along with renowned soloist Gina Gonzalez Schanel; and Almagul Temirtekova of Kazakhstan, a graduate of the Royal Academy of Dance in New Delhi, India, who has performed for India’s Vice President, and brings a wealth of knowledge of central and east Asian dances, adding cultural elements to the event, seldom, if ever, seen in Arizona. For ticket information, contact shahrazadco@gmail. com or call 602-334-0245.

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MEXICAN CUISINE WITH A SOUTHWESTERN INFUSION

Dos Juevos Cantina Now Open in Scottsdale Scottsdale’s newest restaurant Dos Juevos Cantina boasts Mexican cuisine with a southwestern infusion that is simple, yet bursting with flavor and presented in a way that is intuitive and unexpected. Under new ownership, Shelley Curtis and Ruth Leatherman, also owners of New York Bagels ‘N Bialys at Scottsdale and Shea, proudly announce its grand opening, providing locals and tourists alike the opportunity to explore the abundance of fresh fabulous food.

chili stuffed with sweet potato and corn pudding with delicious sauces as well as the traditional beans and rice combinations. The cantina boasts over 30 different tequilas for every connoisseur’s price range and palate. The staff is always happy to serve one of the specialty drinks, like the cucumber margarita, with a smile and a basket of chips and fresh made salsa. Hours are 7 day a week 7 am to 2 am with happy hour nightly 4pm to 7 pm and again from 10pm to 2am. Breakfast is served until 11am everyday with special items daily. For more information, visit www.dosjuevos.com

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SCOTTSDALE Butterfield’s Pancake House 7388 E Shea Blvd Open 6am-3pm 7 days (480) 951-6002 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 Dos Juevos Cantina 7633 E Indian School Road Scottsdale, AZ 85251 (480) 947-2000 First Watch 16455 N Scottsdale Rd Open 7am-2:30pm daily (480) 248-9602 New York Bagels ‘N Bialys 10320 N Scottsdale Road Scottsdale, AZ 85253 (480) 991-3034 Original Pancake House 6840 E Camelback Rd Open 9am-2pm daily (480) 946-4902 Papi Chulos 5101 N. Scottsdale Road Open 7-10:30am 7 Days (480) 543-1043

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It takes two tries, but Lucas Neff nails a fly buzzing around the catering tent on a location shoot for the Tuesday Fox comedy “Raising Hope.” “Hey, watch this,” he says, smacking the fly down on the table cover. “Crushed.” But victory has a price. “Lost all the feeling in my hand.” But as Neff says about the fly, “This guy’s lost all the feeling in his everything.” The setting is an upscale development languishing in triple-digit heat in the San Fernando Valley. Under the tent where director/creator Greg Garcia sits, Neff pops in frequently to play with Bayley and Rylie Crecut, the twins playing the baby daughter of Neff ’s single father character, Jimmy Chance. On this day, a water pistol shooting rapid-fire bubbles was a big hit, but Neff has found other ways to amuse the twins. “They like hitting me in the face,” he says. “I was a human punching bag for a while. … We have different games. There’s no rules. I like to play Calvinball with the babies. It’s a great game. Google it.” To save you the trouble, it’s a game that evolved out of one of Neff ’s favorite things, the comic strip “Calvin & Hobbes.” “ ‘Raising Hope,’ to me, feels like the same sort of universe as ‘Calvin & Hobbes’ in a way,” he says. “There’s sweetness but also a sort of recklessness to it.” Jimmy’s parents (Martha Plimpton, Garret Dillahunt) had him as teenagers, and now young Jimmy is left raising his daughter alone after the mother – his one-night stand – winds up on death row. “That’s one of the great things about Jimmy,” says Neff. “At the end of the day, he doesn’t back down. I think he got that from his parents, too. They were faced with plenty of challenges in their lives, him being one of the prime examples.” December 8th, 2011 - December 14th, 2011

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Ree Drummond’s life has been a series of happy accidents Ree Drummond – happy both for herself and for the millions of devoted fans who follow her every quip, confession and household tip on her award-winning website, thepioneerwoman.com, and now on her Food Network series, “Pioneer Woman.” It was the love of a studly blond cowboy Drummond’s fans know as “Marlboro Man” that morphed the former aspiring lawyer and pedicure fan into a “semiagoraphobic ranch wife” who has redefined the concept of “bloom (and rope and ride and garden) where you’re planted.” Feeding a farm full of cattlemen, four kids and whoever else wanders in was part of the deal the born-and-bred Oklahoman learned to love. “Before I was married, I had no experience feeding crowds of hungry people, let alone making sure the food was delicious,” Drummond says. “So in that respect, I’ve learned on the job. Feeding hungry kids, cowboys and in-laws is the best test kitchen there is.”

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At the Herbbox in Southbridge the open airy and luxurious outdoor seating is the perfect compliment to a Sunday brunch. Menu includes red velvet pancakes, chilequiles, herbed flatbreads and morning cocktails. (7134 East Stetson Drive, Scottsdale) (480289–6160)

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If your brunch is host to a recovery from night before you may want to hideout indoors. In Uptown, the Rokerij (6335 North 16th Street, Phoenix 602-2878900) and Dick’s Hideaway (6008 North 16th Street Phoenix, 602265-5886 ) offer made from scratch margaritas and fresh squeezed citrus cocktails. If you are lucky and the Tenderloin Dungenous Crab Benedict is on the menu, it is to.die.for. Looking for more? Visit LocalLily.com and download the FREE FALLiday Guide for a guide to the best local restaurants shops this season. Facebook/locallily @locallily on Twitter Eat, Shop and Experience the best of local Arizona at www.LocalLily.com. AZ WeeklyMagazine.com

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The High-End Beer Division of Crescent Crown” Five years of Prohibition have had, at least, this one benign effect: they have completely disposed of all the favorite arguments of the Prohibitionists. None of the great boons and usufructs that were to follow the passage of the Eighteenth Amendment has come to pass. There is not less drunkenness in the Republic, but more. There is not less crime, but more. There is not less insanity, but more. The cost of government is not smaller, but vastly greater. Respect for law has not increased, but diminished.

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Repeal Day January 16th, 1919 was the beginning of a dark period in American history that started with the ratification of the 18th Amendment and didn’t end for thirteen years with the ratification of the 21st Amendment on December 5th, 1933. This era became known as Prohibition and saw the outlawing of all alcoholic beverages in the United States. Since we just celebrated what has become known as Repeal Day,

The 18th Amendment is the only Constitutional Amendment to ever be repealed and it signified the end of what was called The Noble Experiment by supporters of Prohibition. In reality it was harmful to the country and served to provide numerous opportunities for organized crime to gain footholds as well as creating a general unhappiness with the Federal Government. The proponents of prohibition had believed that banning alcoholic beverages would reduce or even eliminate many social problems, particularly drunkenness, crime, mental illness, and poverty. In 1925, journalist H.L. Mencken believed the opposite to be true:

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billion dollars during the period from the late 1920’s until Repeal. Money that could have helped drastically with needed services during that time. The entire thirteen years of Prohibition cost the United States about $11,000,000,000 dollars in lost tax revenue and another $400,000,000 in enforcement costs. The chaos created by Prohibition and the overwhelming desire of the American public to consume adult beverages made the time ripe for the incredible growth of organized crime. Serving as retail distribution channels and, in many cases production as well, cities were almost taken over by organized crime groups. But it was not all the mob’s doing, most of the production and trafficking was still done by ordinary citizens looking to make money and provide a service for their fellow Americans. Much of it was also done by Canadian interests. Continued on Page 38...

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... continued from Page 36. Production of spirits, wine and beer was still legal in Canada and a quick bootlegging run across the border could net these companies a nice profit. Prohibition brought us many terms used today. For instance, the term speakeasy is said to come from bartenders telling patrons to “speak easy” when ordering so as not to be overheard some 30 years before prohibition. While the speakeasy was often funded by organized crime and could be very elaborate and upscale, the “blind pig” was a dive for the less desirable drinker. It should be noted that one of Russian River Brewing’s flagship brands is Blind Pig IPA. The term “The Real McCoy” also came out of this era. It’s attributed to Captain William S. McCoy who facilitated most of the rum running via ships during prohibition and would never water down his imports, making his the “real” thing.

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When it became evident that Prohibition had failed, as many movements that ignore the will of the people do, a politician named Franklin D. Roosevelt ran for president on a platform that included the repeal of the 18th Amendment. Soon-to-be President Roosevelt also had a plan to get us out of The Depression and was easily elected. His “New Deal” became a major turning point for the United States. On December 5th, 1933 the 21st Amendment was accepted by the state of Utah, a state not normally thought of as being particularly supportive of alcohol, and with that vote the required 75% of states required for ratification was reached and the Amendment became law. However prior to that the CullenHarrison act was signed into law by President Roosevelt. This act allowed for production and sale of beer of no more than 3.2% alcohol by weight (4.0% if using the more common alcohol by volume measurement) and beer returned to the country in April of 1933. Interesting fact... The first legal bottle of beer produced by Washington’s Abner Drury Brewery was delivered to President Roosevelt

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at the White House shortly after midnight on April 14, 1933 and stored in the President’s pantry because he was still asleep. Here are some other interesting facts about Prohibition and its repeal. Dewar’s Scotch - the first legal whisky to arrive in the U.S. - hit New York’s South Street Seaport docks the moment the law was put into action. Joseph Kennedy, Sr. (JFK’s father) happened to be the US agent for the brand. Now, a lot of people have suggested that Joseph Kennedy was a bootlegger, which he may or may not have been. But what he really was, was the owner of a company named Somerset Importers. Somerset owned the exclusive rights to import Dewar’s Scotch and Gordon’s Gin, and right before Repeal, Somerset stocked up. Once Prohibition was over, they sold the premium liquors for a hefty profit, and Joe was a rich man. The umbrella becomes a clever symbol of the post-prohibition era. Ironically with rain inside the umbrella for many wet days to come. To honor the repeal of the 21st amendment many celebration begin at 9:00pm or the 21st hour. Finally, many Repeal Day hosts insist the first drink of the evening be non-alcoholic beverage to remind everyone of the dry days of prohibition. So, this story may have hit your hands a little late for this year, but next year will be coming up soon, so take a few minutes to remember that the repeal of Prohibition was one of the best examples of the system that is the government of The United States of America working properly and protecting the constitutional rights of the citizens. Host your own party next year, or better yet, it’s not too late to toast the repeal this year.

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Hello again beer lovers, isn’t it brisk outside this week? Today let’s chat about a beer very dear to my heart and perfect for such chilly weather, Victory at Sea Imperial Porter from Ballast Point Brewing. Located in San Diego California, Ballast Point Brewing has been in operation since 1996 and is well known for their famous SCULPIN IPA. Scoring a perfect 100 on Ratebeer.com, Sculpin has become a highly sought after IPA and quite popular here in Arizona. Victory at Sea Imperial Porter continues this tradition of quality and popularity in also scoring a perfect 100 on ratebeer.com. Pouring jet black with a creamy tan head, the first thing you’ll notice is a beautifully malty sweet coffee nose. Imagine the smell of your favorite piping hot latte then throw in a small measure of chocolate for good measure. The flavours in the nose follow through on the palate and continue to grow with hints of vanilla and more than a touch of bitterness for balance. Full bodied and strong this complex brew comes in at 10% ABV. Although your palate will certainly detect the alcohol, it is by no means out of balance or offensive as this is after all an Imperial Porter. Pairing recommendations include Dark Chocolate Everything, a T-bone steak grilled with Garlic butter and bacon fat served w/ a baked potato or even something as delicate as flan with a raisin and rum sauce. Great Alcohol pairings should include a vodka mudslide shaken and strained or a good cold shot of Jagermeister. Anyone up for Happy Hour?

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I would be remise to mention that this beer comes to Arizona in Very Limited Quantities and should be sought after ASAP if one hopes to find it. Count on Tops Liquor, Whole Foods Market Chandler, AZ Wine and other fine liquor stores to get a case or three. As always, keep tuning in and sending those questions and comments to kingjamesswann@gmail.com. I love to hear your ideas and opinions. Until next week, CHEERS!

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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

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Ask For: Left Hand Nitro Milk Stout, San Tan Devil’s Ale, Tripel Karmeliet Four Peaks Brewery 1340 E. 8th St. Tempe 85281 Ask for: Kilt Lifter, 8th St. Ale, Hop Knot IPA Gordon Biersch 420 S. mill Ave. Tempe 85281 Ask for: Golden Export, Hefeweizen, Czech Pilsner Macayo’s Depot Cantina 300 South Ash Avenue Tempe, AZ 85281 Grand Canyon American Pilsner, Papago Orange Blossom, San Tan Devils Ale 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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www.krombacher.com Glendale 85305Ask for: Abita Purple Haze, Pyramid Haywire Hefeweizen, Tripel Karmeliet Thunderbird Roadhouse 3549 W. Thunderbird Road Phoenix 85053 Ask For: New Belgium Abbey, Ranger IPA, Unibroue Terrible 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

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Dos Juevos Cantina 7633 E Indian School Road Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Blue Moon, PBR, Mudshark Scorpion & Desert Magic, Woodchuck

The Yard House 7014 E. Camelback Rd. Scottsdale 85251 Ask for: Papago Orange Blossom, Abita Purple Haze, Bear Republic Racer 5 TT Roadhouse 2915 N. 68th St. Scottsdale 85251 Ask for: Ska Modus IPA, Papago Orange Blossom, San Tan Devils Ale

Four Peaks Brewery 15730 N. Pima Rd. Scottsdale 85260 Ask for: Kilt Lifter, 8th St. Ale, Hop Knot IPA

Upper Deck 4224 N. Craftsman Court Scottsdale 85251 Ask for: Blue Moon, Bell’s Oberon, Fat Tire

Goldie’s Sports Cafe 10135 E. Via Linda Scottsdale, 85258 Ask for: Blue Moon, Alaskan Amber, Skinny Dip, New Belgium 1554

ZIPPS Sports Grill 14148 N. 100th St. Scottsdale, 85259 Ask for: Blue Moon, Alaskan Amber, New Belgium 1554

Gordon Biersch 18545 N. Allied Way Scottsdale 85054 Ask for: Golden Export, Hefeweizen, Czech Pilsner

ZIPPS Sports Grill 8380 E. Via De Ventura Scottsdale, 85258 Ask for: Blue Moon, Alaskan Amber

Papago Brewing Company 7107 E. McDowell Rd. Scottsdale 85251 Ask for: Orange Blossom, Hopago IPA, El Robusto Porter

ZIPPS Sports Grill 6501 E. Greenway Pkwy Scottsdale 85254 Ask for: Blue Moon, Alaskan Amber

Rock Bottom Brewery 8668 E. Shea Blvd. Scottsdale 85260 Ask for: Dreamcatcher, Raptor Red, Desert Trail Pale Ale

EAST VALLEY A-Town Tavern 3820 E.Ray Rd. Ahwatukee Ask for: Big Sky Moose Drool,

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Barley Wine Season Comes Early in Alaska this Year 2011 Alaskan Barley Wine Release December 1st Alaskan Brewing Co’s limited release Barley Wine is returning a month early for craft beer fans to celebrate the holidays in Alaskan style. A big beer for big Alaska winters, this awardwinning brew releases December 1 and is ideal for sharing with friends during the coldest season. But while some like it fresh, the bottling of each vintage of Alaskan Barley Wine also allows individuals to age it to their liking. It is an ideal cellaring beer to collect for vertical tastings as it gains deeper malt complexity, smoothness and more dark fruit flavors over time. The balanced collaboration between hops, malt and alcohol in this beer highlights the American barley wine style, earning Alaskan Barley Wine

top honors at the West Coast’s premier Barley Wine competitions – Toronado (2007) and Hard Liver (2009) - and Bronze at the 2008 and 2010 World Beer Cup for both fresh and aged vintages. The 2011 vintage of Alaskan Barley Wine will be available in December in select retail locations throughout the 12 states where Alaskan Beer is sold, including Alaskan’s newest markets, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Those who live outside these areas can learn about where to find it online at www. alaskanbeer.com/our-brew/find-ourbeer.html.

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a big difference in the outcome, so don’t just try a place because you saw their commercial on TV. There are many notable locations throughout the world that offer spectacular views, superior equipment, and a reputation for safety. And while some will allow you to leap off the side of a dam with nothing but rocky terrain waiting below, others have additional measures in place to ensure your continued health and well being (like nets or airbags under the platform). You’ll just have to choose your level of risk. 3. Consider your limitations. If you have certain physical limitations that may inhibit you from bungee jumping, then you should make every effort to find out the risks involved. You should avoid this and other extreme

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that could fall off or cause injury during your jump. Shoes should be of the difficult-to-dislodge variety (flip flops are a no-no). 5. Learn about safety. Most people are perfectly willing to allow someone else to fasten their harness, tie their cables, strap on their helmet, and shove them off a very tall structure. And while it is certainly a good idea to have a professional handy when

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JAZZ! This program accomplishes both!

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Sherry Petta Trio 2nd Tuesday Every Month 7:30 – 9:30pm Delphine Cortez Trio 4th Tuesday Every Month 7:30 – 9:30pm

8787 N. Scottsdale Rd (480) 951-6445 www.VillageTavern.com Dec. 1-30, Margo, Francine, Mellody, Michael Reed; Sonoran Jazz Project, Sugar Thieves, other styles. (22 nights during Las Noches de las Luminarias: 5:30-9 p.m. Dec. 1-4, 8-11, 15-23, 26-30), Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix 85008, 480-941-1225; $25 adults, $12.50 children; members $20 adults, $10 children; buffet available for purchase. Dec. 2, Bad Cactus Brass Band-swing dance, 9-11 p.m. Fri., Al Moro Dance Studio, 806 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix 85014, 602-502-6909. Dec. 3, PVCC Jazz Combos, 5 p.m. Sat., free, Studio Theater/M-East building, Paradise Valley Community College, 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix AZ 85032, 602-787-7738. Dec. 3, ARTrageous: An Evening on Broadway w/ Marvin Hamlisch, Linda Eder, J. Mark McVey, 8:30 p.m. Sat., $95, *$350, *$500 (*VIP tickets include cocktails, gourmet seated dinner, reception), Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Ave., Scottsdale, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org Dec. 3, “Puttin’ on the Ritz”: Jan Sandwich Quintet (Jan Sandwich-vocals, Frank Smithkeys, Madeline Roberts-guitar, Ted Sitrunk-bass, Dom Moio-drums), forrmal black-tie Christmas dinner dance, 7:30-11:30 p.m. Sat., $50 per person, $100 per couple, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish Center, 3801 N. Miller Road, Scottsdale.

Bob Ravenscroft JAZZ HOLIDAY CELEBRATION Saturday, Dec 17th 7pm $25 Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)

The program will feature: • A special solo performance by piano master Bob Ravenscroft depicting his impression of the holiday season; • A new composition by Fred Forney will be interpreted in dance by Nicole Olson, Associate Director of the Scorpius Dance theatre; • Many of the region’s finest jazz musicians; and • A special finale with members of the Phoenix Children’s Chorus.

This year’s concert will feature THIRTY artists performing everything from holiday favorites to jazz classics to a world premiere contemporary dance event. The program will once again be produced by MIM’s Jazz Consultant Marty Ashby who states, “This year I wanted to showcase the rich musical and artistic pallet the Phoenix region has to offer and at the same time celebrate the vision of MIM.”

Additionally, MIM has recently received Charlie Christian’s 1940 guitar for display from the famed Lynn Wheelwright collection. As part of the evening, Marty Ashby will actually play this hallowed instrument with the band on a transcription of the Benny Goodman/Charlie Christian sextet performance of “Airmail Special”.

Dec. 4, Tempe Arts Festival, along Mill Avenue, Tempe, 10 am-dusk, free, Festival Stage (Seventh St. west of Mill Ave.), 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun.: 11 a.m. Margo Reed, 1 p.m. Delphine Cortez, 3 p.m. Hope Morgan with Jazz Alive (Joel Robin-piano, Bob Lashier-bass, Cleve Huff drums).

480-596-2660, RSVP required.

Dec. 4, Original Wildcat Jass Band, 1-4 p.m. Sun., Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort, One San Marcos Place, Chandler, Arizona Classic Jazz Society event, $10 members, $15 non-members, under 18 free, 480-620-3941, azclassicjazz.org Dec. 4, Nicole Pesce-piano, 7-9 p.m. Sun., benefit for Community Church of Hope, 4121 N. Seventh Ave., Phoenix 85013, 602.234.2180. Dec. 5, ASU Concert Jazz Band (Michael Kocour, director), 7:30 p.m. Mon. (preceded by 6:30 p.m. Kocour talk), $10, free for students with ID, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Ave., Scottsdale, 480-9942787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org Dec. 5, Glendale Community College Big Bands, 7:30 p.m. Mon., free, GCC Performing Arts Center, 6000 W. Olive Ave. Glendale, info 623-845-3725 (Dave Schmidt). Dec. 6, ASU Jazz Combos, 10:30 a.m. Tues., “Kerr Coffee Series,” free, ASU Kerr Cultural Center, ASU Kerr Cultural Center, 6110 N. Scottsdale Road (west off Rose Lane), Scottsdale,

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Truly this is one evening not to be missed for the Holiday Season for only $25

Dec. 6, “Gershwin and Friends”: Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel, 7:30 p.m. Tues., $29, $39, with “Keyboard in the Sky” video display, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Ave., Scottsdale, 480994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org ** Dec. 7, Marion Meadows & Friends: “Jazz for the Holidays” (Meadows-saxes, Steve Culppiano, Mario Mendivil-bass, Jabari-drums), 7:30 p.m. Wed., $24, $29-reserved, presented by Jazz in AZ and ASU Kerr Cultural Center, 6110 N. Scottsdale Road (west off Rose Lane), Scottsdale, 480-596-2660. Dec. 7, SCC Jazz Showcase (+ scholarship awards presented by George Benson), 7:30 p.m. Wed., $7, Scottsdale Community College Performing Arts Center, 9000 E. Chaparral Road, Scottsdale, 480- 423-6000 or scottsdalecc.edu. Dec. 7, PVCC Jazz Ensembles, 7:30 p.m. Wed., free, Studio Theater/M-East building, Paradise Valley Community College, 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix AZ 85032, 602-787-7738. Dec. 7, Illinois Jacquet Foundation benefit: Steve Douglas-Ryan Pcone-guitars, 6-8 p.m. Bonfire Bar and Restaurant, 7200 E. Second St., Scottsdale. 480-945-6600. Dec. 10, The Blind Boys of Alabama Christ-

Performers include: Marty Ashby – Guitar, Conductor, Producer Nicole Olson – Dancer, Choreographer Bob Ravenscroft – Featured Piano Soloist Fred Forney – Trumpet, Composer Dave Coolidge –Trumpet Paul Brewer – Alto/Bari Sax Bryan Ruth - Tenor Sax, Clarinet Ryan Haines - Trombone Dom Moio - Drums Michael Kocour - Piano Warren Jones - Bass Robby Carillo - Percussion Shannon Wallace – Vocalist

Marty Ashby mas Show: “Go Tell It on the Mountain,” 8 p.m. Sat., $39, $49, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Ave., Scottsdale, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts. org Dec. 12, “Spirit of the Season”: Nicole Pescepiano, Jeffrey Hattrick-vocals, Jerry Donato-saxflute, Magdalena Martinic-Jercic-violin, Richard Bock-cello, Mike King-bass, Todd Chuba-drums, 7 p.m. Mon., $22.50 to $37.50, Herberger Theater Stage West, 222 E. Monroe St. Phoenix 85004, 602-254-7399, herbergertheater.org. Dec. 12, Sonoran Serenade Big Band, Heritage of Carefree, 36590 N. Pima Road #3481, Carefree 85377; 6:30 p.m. Mon., seventh annual holiday concert, free, refreshments, donations for Phoenix Children’s Hospital, no reservations required, open seating, 480-488-1622, heritagecarefree.com/index.php ** Dec. 13, Jazz in AZ Jam Session - Dave Henning-piano, Chris Finet-bass, Andy Ziker-drums; 7:30 p.m. Tues., $5, $3 students, Compound Grill, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd, Phoenix 85054, 480585-5483, thecompoundgrill.com

Compiled for Jazz in AZ by Patricia Myers, psmyers1@cox.net (Bookings are subject to change without notice; call to confirm)

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uplifting messages through music and words that are relatable to everyone. An amazing ten years later, having earned 3 Grammy Awards, 2 American Music Awards, an NAACP Image Award and a BET Award, the “Mary Mary way” sounds just as fresh and innovative on their sixth album, the aptly titled Something Big (My Block/Columbia/ Sony Music; March 29, 2011). This vibrant outing, once again produced by longtime collaborator Warryn Campbell (Erica’s husband), picked up where the group’s most recent mainstream success story, 2008’s The Sound and its Grammy Award-winning smash hit “God in Me,” left off.

Grammy-Winning Mary Mary with The Sing-Off’s Committed

and last year’s winner of NBC’s The Sing Off Committed starts the show at 7:30 p.m.

December 13th at Celebrity Theatre Embrace the season with gospel sensations Mary Mary as they lead you through a holiday celebration of song on Tuesday, December 13th at the intimate Celebrity Theatre. Very special guest

While NBC is in the midst of Season 3 of the a cappella singing competition The Sing-Off, last year’s winning group

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Kim’s Corner New Hope Covenant Church of Peoria (8217 W Country Gables Dr.) is hosting the December Jazz for the Soul on December 11th from 6-8pm. The Armand Boatman Quartet featuring Jerry Donato on saxophone will be providing jazz festivities. Call 623412-2234 for more information,

Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa have teamed up to release the soundtrack to their upcoming film, Mac and Devin Go To High School. The collaborative album, which features the Bruno Marsassisted first single, “Young, Wild & Free,” will be available everywhere on December 13th. The Smeezingtons-produced track serves as the first offering from the companion soundtrack to the film, which the two rappers are dubbing a “buddy film.” Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa Head to ‘High School’

As I Lay Dying are celebrating their 10th anniversary as a band. In celebration, they recently released Decas, which includes 3 new songs, 4 covers of classic metal/punk tunes, 4 remixes and a re-recorded medley of songs from their first album, Beneath the Encasing of Ashes. They will be at the Venue of Scottsdale (7117 E. 3rd Ave. in Scottsdale) on Wednesday, December 14th. Visit www.thevenuescottsdale.com for more information.Saturday

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Sounds performances are presented by the Scottsdale Arts District in conjunction with the Scottsdale Gallery Association and the City of Scottsdale. The music series is free to the public and spotlights some of the Valley’s best pop, rock and jazz musicians at the ArtWalk in downtown Scottsdale’s Arts District. Hear great music and check out dozens of art galleries from 1-3 pm every Saturday thru April. On Saturday, Dec. 10, 1-3 pm, in front of Legacy Gallery at Main Street & Scottsdale Road, Carole Pellatt (acclaimed guitarist) covers it all from blues to jazz to pop. More details at ScottsdaleGalleries.com.

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Cody’s (480) 575-1101, 6032 E. Cave Creek Rd.: Mary Hoffman. www.codyscavecreek.com

Thunderbird Roadhouse (602) 439-6800, 3549 W. Thunderbird Rd.: Tommy Grills and The Thrills.

Buckeye Waddell’s Longhorn Corral (623)853-0395, 1629 N 195th Ave.: Western Fusion. www.waddellslonghorncorral.com

Chandler Iguana Mack’s (480) 899-6735, 1371 N. Alma School Rd.: Alan Dequina. www.iguanamacks.com

Tempe Sail Inn (480) 839-6637, 26 S. Farmer St.: Dad, Formally Polliwog, Adam of Stepchild and 36 Cents and a Dream. www. thesailinn.com

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.: AZ Blues Project. www.codyscavecreek.com Chandler Iguana Mack’s (480) 899-6735, 1371 N. Alma School Rd.: Bob Villa. www.iguanamacks.com

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Phoenix Hazelwood’s First Place (602) 957-2462, 3626 E. Indian School Rd.: James Parks. www.hazelwoodsfirstplace.com Steel Horse Saloon (602) 9428778, 1818 W. Bell Rd., Suite 100: Carvin Jones. www.steelhorsesaloon.com

Tempe Canteen Tequila Bar (480) 7737135, 640 S. Mill Ave.: Acoustic Music from 5:30 to 7:30pm. www. canteentequilabar.com UNT183PH11_Phoenix_Weekly_2.125x3.75.indd 1

1/21/11 5:28:32 PM Sail Inn (480) 839-6637, 26 S. Farmer St.: The Regretting Man, Official Version and No Coast. www.thesailinn.com

Yucca Tap Room (480) 967-4777, 29 W. Southern Ave.,(Southwest corner of Southern and Mill): Blunt Club. www.yuccatap.com

Friday Apache Junction Jake’s-O-Mine (480) 982-8608, 1985 W. Apache Trail: Jynx. www. jakes-o-mine.com WTH Bar and Grill (480) 3806000, 10262 E. Apache Trail: 74th Street Band. whatthehellbarandgrill.com Buckeye Waddell’s Longhorn Corral (623)853-0395, 1629 N 195th Ave.: Western Fusion. www.waddellslonghorncorral.com Cave Creek Buffalo Chip Saloon (480) 4889118, 6811 E. Cave Creek Rd.: Pat James Band. www.buffalochipsaloon.com

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Jersey’s Tavern and Grill (480) 705-9700, 5945 W. Ray Rd.: Angry Inch. www.jerseystavern.com Fountain Hills Jazz in the Hills / The Octagon Café (480) 816-8806, 12645 N. Suaguaro Blvd.: Jack Radavich Ensemble. 7:30-9:30pm. Mesa Hollywood Alley (480) 820-7117, 2610 W. Baseline Rd.: Terra Firma, Fatigo, Former Friends of Young Americans and The Blacksmiths. myspace.com/hollywoodalley

Tempe Marketplace 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy: The Jeff Hunt Band (District Stage) and M Squared (B&N Fountain). www.tempemarketplace.com Tempe Tavern (602) 625-1336, 1810 E. Apache Blvd.: Cat Paws, Hot Noise and North Dakota. www.tempetavern.com

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O’Kelley’s (480) 756-6069, 2120 W. Guadalupe Rd.: League of Forgotten Saints. www.okelleysbar.com

Apache Junction Jake’s-O-Mine (480) 982-8608, 1985 W. Apache Trail: Jynx. www. jakes-o-mine.com

Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and Grill (480) 844-8629, 1065 N. Dobson Rd.: Stephanie Eason Band. www.tobysmesa.com

WTH Bar and Grill (480) 3806000, 10262 E. Apache Trail: Second Hand Smoke and the Trans Fat Killers. whatthehellbarandgrill.com

Phoenix The Blooze (602) 788-4574, 12014 N 32nd St.: B/S (Bon Scott-era AC/DC tribute). www. thebloozebar.com Desert Ridge Marketplace 21001 N. Tatum Blvd.: The Pursuaders (District Stage) and Lawrence Zubia (AMC Fountain). www. shopdesertridge.com Duck and Decanter (602) 2745429, 1651 E. Camelback Rd.: Eric Ramsey. 6-9pm. www.duckanddecanter.com Hazelwood’s First Place (602) 957-2462, 3626 E. Indian School Rd.: Daylon Greer. www.hazelwoodsfirstplace.com Ice House Tavern (602) 244-1179, 3855 E. Thomas Rd.: Copper Keys and Daryl Scherrer. www. icehousetavernphx.com Joe’s Grotto (602) 992-1007, 13825 N. 32nd St.: Madman’s Diary (Randy Rhodes-era Ozzy tribute), Strength Beyond Strength (Pantera tribute) and Scavenger of Human Sorrow (Death tribute). www.joesgrotto.com Steel Horse Saloon (602) 9428778, 1818 W. Bell Rd., Suite 100: Rizon. www.steelhorsesaloon. com

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Buckeye Waddell’s Longhorn Corral (623)853-0395, 1629 N 195th Ave.: Western Fusion. www.waddellslonghorncorral.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.: Acoustic with Al. www.codyscavecreek.com Chandler Jersey’s Tavern and Grill (480) 705-9700, 5945 W. Ray Rd.: Switch. www.jerseystavern.com Glendale Donna Jean’s Libation (623) 9797036, 6676 W. Bell Rd.: Radiofix, 1967, Evesol and Every Dying Day. www.donnajeanslibations. com Mesa O’Kelley’s (480) 756-6069, 2120 W. Guadalupe Rd.: Train Wreck. www.okelleysbar.com Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and Grill (480) 844-8629, 1065 N. Dobson Rd.: Stephanie Eason Band. www.tobysmesa.com

Phoenix Desert Ridge Marketplace 21001 N. Tatum Blvd.: Knee Deep Experience (District Stage) and Scott & John of Hello Swindon (AMC Fountain). www.shopdesertridge. com Duck and Decanter (602) 2745429, 1651 E. Camelback Rd.: Mark Barry and Jerry Olsen. 1-4pm. www.duckanddecanter. com Ice House Tavern (602) 244-1179, 3855 E. Thomas Rd.: Missile Parade and Tell Me About the Rabbits. myspace.com/icehousetavernphx Joe’s Grotto (602) 992-1007, 13825 N. 32nd St.: Howitzer www. joesgrotto.comDVD release w/ Betrayal of Allies, Play for Blood, Two Dollar Grey, Back From Ashes and Vivicide. www. joesgrotto.com Steel Horse Saloon (602) 9428778, 1818 W. Bell Rd., Suite 100: Rizon. www.steelhorsesaloon. com The Trunk Space (602) 2566006, 1506 N.W. Grand Ave.: Jeffrey Lewis (Rough Trade), Filardo and Condensed Nothing. www. thetrunkspace.com Thunderbird Roadhouse (602) 439-6800, 3549 W. Thunderbird Rd.: The Porch Dawgs. Scottsdale Rogue Bar (480) 947-3580, 423 N. Scottsdale Rd.: The Californian. myspace.com/theroguebar Tempe Tempe Marketplace 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy: Minus Ned (District Stage) and Jeordie & Friend (B&N Fountain). www.tempemarketplace.com Yucca Tap Room (480) 967-4777, 29 W. Southern Ave.,(Southwest corner of Southern and Mill): Snakeburner, Saddles and Smokestack Lighting. www.yuccatap.com

Concert Venues 910 LIVE (480) 966-0707, 910 N. McClintock Dr., Tempe: December 8th: Mushroomhead, One Eyed Doll, Human Factors Lab andTenafly Viper December 9th: North of Nowhere and Chemicals of Democracy December 10th: Los Marijuanos, Kush House Records, Zig Zag, DJ Area 4, J. Hornay, Skywriter and

ASU Kerr Cultural Center (480) 965-3434, 6110 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale: January 4th: Dennis Rowland and Clark Krueger’s Extreme Decibel Big Band: “Bigger is Better” www.asukerr.com Celebrity Theatre (602) 267-1600, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix: December 13th: Mary Mary December 30th: New Edition December 31st: Motley, Inc and Atomic Punks January 6th: Tesla www.celebritytheatre.com Chandler Center for the Arts (480) 782-2680, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler: December 10th – December 18th: Spirit of Christmas www.chandlercenter.org

December 9th: 311 w/ DJ Soulman December 17th” Alice Cooper’s Christmas Pudding December 27th: Guns N’ Roses January 15th: Foreigner Acoustique: The Classics Unplugged February 25th: Megadeth, Motorhead, Volbeat and Lacuna Coil March 24th: The Pink Floyd Experience www.livenation.com The Compound Grill (480) 557-9087, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd., Scottsdale: December 8th: Scott McKenna December 8th: The Saucy Jacks December 9th: Christopher Robin Band December 10th: Rock for Tots December 13th: Jazz in AZ presents Tuesday Jazz Jam December 14th: Bill Dutcher December 15th: Scott McKenna December 15th: AZ Chicks with Picks Holiday Party December 16th: Dead Winter Carpenters December 17th: Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns www.thecompoundgrill.com

Crescent Ballroom 308 N. 2nd Ave., Phoenix: December 8th: Neil Hamburger December 8th: Boomstick, Fast Eddie, Sophia Gunn, BCAD, Josh and President Gator December 9th: What Laura Says, Ladylike and Future Loves Past December 10th: Trampled By Turtles and William Elliot Whitmore December 11th: Michelle Blades, Lillian Soderman and Sareena Dominguez December 12th: Downtown Chamber Series Musicians December 13th: Morning Teleportation and Midnight Vitals December 13th: Bears of Manitou December 14th: The Black Heart Club Red/Red Owl (480) 496-4733, Procession Pink Martini 2155 E. University Dr., Tempe: December 15th: Balam Acab, Yus and December 9th: X Sleep Money December 15th: Boomstick, Fast EdDecember 10th: Frequis th December 10 : The Nowhere Men die, Sophia Gunn, BCAD and Josh (Lennon tribute) December 16th: Shawn Colvin and th December 16 : Qwazaar and BatZachary Scot Johnson sauce December 17th: Andrew Jackson th December 17 : Lustmord Jihad, Sweetbleeders, Roar, Empire of the Bear and DJentrification December 19th: Love Inks www.clubredrocks.com December 17th: Kismet w/ Sean Watson Comerica Theatre (602) 379-2800, December 18th:Kyle Phelan and 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix: Obadiah Parker (Formerly Dodge Theatre) www.crescentphx.com

The Clubhouse Music Venue (480) 967-7977, 1320 E. Broadway Rd., Tempe: December 8th: Korpiklaani, Polkadot Cadaver, Forged in Flame and Advant Xezbeth Magistra December 9th: YG & Sammie, Wili North Pole and DJ Unknown December 10th: Toys For Tots show w/ Killing Spree, Sativas Train, Embers Rise, malo De Dento, Miso, Tome and Upon Broken Dreams December 13th: Madball w/ special guests December 17th: Pusha T w/ special guests www.clubhousegigs.com

Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts (928) 684-6624, 1090 S. Vulture Mine Rd., Wickenburg: December 9th: Gene Watson and Rhonda Vincent December 15th: “Size Double Zero” January 13th: Chamber Music Plus: Ghost Towns www.delewebbcenter.org Jobing.com Arena (623) 772-3800, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale: December 30th: Trans Siberian Orchestra February 10th: Bill Gaither March 15th: Radiohead May 18th: Rammstein www.jobingarena.com

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Rhythm Room (602) 265-4842, 1019 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix: December 8th: Blues Harmonica Showcase hosted by Bill Tarsha & the Rocket 88’s, John Tanner, Big Nick, Blind Ronnie, Walking Cane Mark, Larry Dee, Dwight Miles, Robert Marquee Theatre (480) 829-0607. Jackson, Ray DeSylvester, Gypsy Doc, Sam McRae, Lee Poole, Paul Klapper, 730 N. Mill Ave., Tempe: December 8th: Zed’s Dead, Dieselboy, Jerry Swartz and more Mat the Alien and Radar December 9th: Cold Shott & the HurDecember 9th: Apparations CD ricane Horns and Donna Herula release w/ Greeley Estates, Beneath December 9th: Denny Laine (Wings/ the Surface, City in the Sea and more Moody Blues) December 10th: Tommy Dukes Blues December 10th: Cake December 13th: Brian Setzer’s Rocka- Band billy Riot December 10th: The DelRayz December 11th: Spooky Kool, Desert December 16th: Blessthefall, The Word Alive, Motionless in White, Knights Band, Rob Randolph, The Chunk!, No Caption Chunk!, and Living Receiver, Beauty and the Tonight Alive Treatch, Burn Down the Charade, www.luckymanonline.com Fairbell, Mike Craig, New School and Jonnie Blake Martini Ranch (480) 970-0500, December 12th: Soft White Sixties and 7295 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale: Missile Parade December 8th: The Simpkin Project, December 13th: Benefit for Children Kush County and Fortunate Youth First Academy w/ Andy Gonzales, December 9th: Acidic, Gooder CD Francine Reed, Hans Olson, Keith release and Shallow Water Secola, Stan Devereux, Phil Hendrix, Cordell Conway, Chris Gough, Dennis December 10th: Rock Lobster December 11th: Metalhead Rowland, Freddie Duran, Nina Curri, December 14th: Daisy Train Jack Alves, Walt Richardson, Donnie December 15th: Sunderland and Dean and Dowell Davis Honor Society December 14th: Matthew Reveles and December 16th: Cousins of the Wise Fancy Clouds and Kava Kreation December 16th: (Prime time show) Bad News Blues Band w/ Long John December 17th: Colton Avery and Rock Lobster Hunter and Buzz N’ Bees www.martiniranchaz.net December 16th: (Early show) Walter Trout Mesa Arts Center (480) 644-6500, December 17th: Rod Piazza & the 1 East Main St., Mesa: Mighty Flyers December 13th: Chris Cornell www.rhythmroom.com December 14th: Dave Koz and Friends December 17th: A Holiday Doo Wop Scottsdale Center for the Show Performing Arts (480) 994-2787, www.mesaartslive.com 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale: December 9th: Anonymous 4: AntholMIM Music Theater (480) 476ogy 25 8000, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix: December 10th: Go Tell It on the December 8th: Chava Alberstein Mountain: The Blind Boys of AlaDecember 10th: Bells of Paradise bama Christmas Show December 11th: John McEuen: Behind December 21st: Big Bad Voodoo

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U.S. Airways Center (602) 3797800, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix: December 23rd: Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band December 30th: Michael Jackson – The Immortal Would Tour by Cirque du Soleil August 29th: Neil Diamond www.usairwayscenter.com Underground/Nile Theatre (480) 559-5859, 105 W. Main St, Mesa: December 9th: Ohgr, Left Spine Down and Bella Lune December 15th: Deas Vail, Sick of Sarah and Now Now January 5th: My Iron Lung, Alaurabyrd and Long Live www.niletheater.com Venue of Scottsdale (480) 9455150, 7117 E. 3rd Ave., Scottsdale: December 14th: As I Lay Dying w/ Of Mice & Men, The Ghost Inside, Iwrestledabearonce and Sylosis www.thevenuescottsdale.com

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The Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade is this Saturday on Tempe Town Lake and if you remember how chilly it was last weekend, you may get cold feet and not go. It is almost Christmas, though and if you’re like me and don’t get your dose of Holiday cheer, you’ll become a grumpy panda and think Christmas was ehhh this year. So double up your socks if you need to and enjoy the festivities. Afterwards (and maybe even before), check out Dave’s Electric Brewpub on Stadium Drive and College near Mill for a taste of Arizona’s first microbrews. The original Dave’s is down in Bisbee where it opened 22 years ago when microbreweries were legalized in Arizona. With so much history in the place, expect some good beer to help warm you up. Check back in on Wednesdays (7-9) for their Jamn Jazz sessions. This week The Beth Lederman Trio featuring vocalist Diana Lee will be performing.502 S. College Ave, Suite 103. www.daveselectricbrewpub.com

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The weather outside is frightful and our desert skin goes into shock whenever the outside temperature drops below 60. For us who wear cocktail dresses and heels when we go out on the town, this is very bad news, indeed. Yeah, staying in, wearing fuzzy socks, and watching a movie all under a heavy throw blanket, is an alternative—a boring one. Although that fire sure is delightful, we cannot become a hibernating species during the winter months. Becoming such, means a higher probability of adding a few more extra pounds to your already increasing holiday weight. I say boo to that and encourage all to make their way down to the fancy bowling atmosphere that is Lucky Strike Phoenix. On Fridays and Saturdays after 9:30 enjoy some bowldancing action as VJs Astonish, Decipha, and PCraze mix and show the videos to

This year I’m trying not to be cheap with my Christmas presents. I will, however, be cheap with my drinks. Instead of spending money on beverages in Scottsdale, try hitting up the neighborhood dive bars and maybe even this downtown Phoenix Irish Pub with your buddies this season. The holidays are a time for getting together with friends and family and what better place to do that than in an Irish pub? Feel free to get as loud as you want, too. Seating is usually available and the food is pretty good for a bar. If you’re a whiskey connoseur, then you should already know about this pub as it carries one of the most extensive Irish whiskey collections in Arizona. McCaffrey’s has about 10 draft beers available in imperial pints so you get 20% more ale than an American pint to help aid your wintertime shenanigans. Open daily from 10 am – 2 pm. 18 W. Monroe.

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