Desert Botanical Garden Fall Events Guide by Desert Botanical Garden

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FALL 2012 EVENTS GUIDE

CORKS & CACTUS Friday / September 28 / 6 – 10 p.m. Saturday / September 29 / 1 – 5 p.m. Dorrance Hall & Boppart Courtyard Enjoy the Garden at Corks & Cactus where boutique wines and desert beauty blend into a delightful event. Sample from 40 different wines each day, enjoy talented musical entertainment and purchase delicious delicacies from Fabulous Food Fine Catering and Events. Visit with representatives from a variety of wineries and purchase a bottle or case. All wine purchased at the event directly benefits the Garden. For event details, visit dbg.org/corks TICKET PRICE 1 DAY: Members: $25 / General Public: $30 2 DAY: Members: $40 / General Public: $50 TO PURCHASE TICKETS: • Order online at dbg.org • Call 480 481.8188 (8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. weekends) • Visit the Admissions Box Office (8 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily) Must be 21 or older to attend and must show proper identification. Children will not be admitted even if a parent or guardian is present. Event programming subject to change. No outside food, beverage or alcohol may be brought into the event. No refunds, exchanges or rain dates. Corks & Cactus ticket price includes Garden/Event admission, wine tasting and entertainment. In-kind support provided by:

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MARIPOSA MONARCA MONARCH BUTTERFLY EXHIBIT September 29 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; November 25 / 9:30 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 p.m. / Daily Maxine and Jonathan Marshall Butterfly Pavilion Free for members and children under three. $3.50 for general public with paid Garden admission. This engaging, live butterfly exhibit features interpretive displays about the life cycle and migration patterns of the monarch butterfly, and the conservation efforts against the environmental threats it faces. Generously sponsored by Arizona Office Technologies with support from The Ferry Family Foundation in memory of Ernest S. and Virginia D. Ferry and the Consulate General of Mexico in Phoenix.

WHISPERS OF A NEW WORLD SCULPTURE BY CAROLINA ESCOBAR October 5, 2012 – May 27, 2013 Desert Discovery Loop Trail, Harriet K. Maxwell Desert Wildflower Loop Trail and Ottosen Gallery in Dorrance Hall (Ottosen Gallery Open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.) Included with membership or paid Garden admission. Using vibrant colors and shapes inspired by nature, Escobar works with steel and resined cloth to create organic sculptures. Each piece was created specifically for this exhibit and offers the artist’s unique interpretation of desert plants. Ottosen Gallery works will include Escobar’s two-dimensional pieces resembling the flowing forms of her sculptures and the rich colors found in nature. For additional information visit dbg.org/whispers

2012 FALL CONCERT SERIES

Friday Nights

Oct 5

7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Big Pete Pearson Blues

Oct 12 Traveler World Music/Dynamic Violin

Oct 19 Chuck Hall Band Blues/Guitar

Oct 26 The Hey Boyz Bluegrass/Country

Nov 2

Ritmo Latino Latin Jazz/Salsa

SPECIAL ENGAGEMENT Nov 9

R. Carlos Nakai, William Eaton, And will Clipman Native American/World

Members: $20 | General Public: $26 Nov 16 Sahnas BroTHERS Spanish/Classical Guitar

MEMBERS: $15* GENERAL PUBLIC: $21* Must be 21 or older to attend and must show proper identification to be admitted. No exceptions. Children will not be admitted even if parent or guardian is present. *This pricing not valid for special engagement.

To Purchase Tickets: • Order online at dbg.org/music • Call 480 481.8188 (8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. weekends) • Visit the Admissions Box Ofﬁce (8 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily)

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Desert Botanical Garden is proud to bring another notable lineup to the Music in the Garden Fall Concert Series. Rediscover beloved favorites and welcome Valley legends, all while enjoying the stunning atmosphere of the Garden. Fabulous Food Fine Catering and Events provides a chef-attended station with a weekly special for an additional charge. The Patio Café is also open for concert guests, and a full cash bar and boutique wine bottle selection are also available for purchase. Concert venue is open seating only. Limited tickets are available. Advanced ticket purchase recommended. Group rates are available for parties of 10 or more adults by calling 480 481.8104. No refunds or exchanges on tickets purchased. No outside food or beverage allowed.

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PHILIP HAAS: THE FOUR SEASONS Late October 2012 – April 28, 2013 Stardust Foundation Plaza between the Sybil B. Harrington Cactus and Succulent Galleries Included with membership or paid Garden admission. American artist and filmmaker Philip Haas’ monumental sculpture installation, The Four Seasons, will debut in the USA this fall at the Desert Botanical Garden. Haas was inspired by 16th century Italian Renaissance artist Giuseppe Arcimboldo, who painted imaginative portraits composed of fruits, vegetables, flowers and related objects. Each of Haas’ works (Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter) is more than 15 feet high and will be on display in the Stardust Foundation Plaza. In addition to his art, Haas is known for six feature films, including Angels & Insects, nominated for both an Academy Award and the Cannes Film Festival Palme d’Or. Butchers, Dragons, Gods & Skeletons, his show of film installations at the Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth, Texas, was listed by Time magazine as one of the 10 best museum exhibitions of 2009. He has made 10 documentaries with visual artists and has taught at Princeton University. Haas’ sculptures have been seen at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., the Piazza del Duomo in Milan, the Gardens of Versailles in France, and the Dulwich Picture Gallery in the United Kingdom. For additional information visit dbg.org/fourseasons

FALL PLANT SALE Garden Members Preview Friday / October 19 / 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Open to the General Public Saturday / October 20 / 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. AND Sunday / October 21 / 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Fall Plant Sale is a one-stop shopping experience featuring the largest variety of arid-adapted plants available in one location. This sale will have our largest selection ever, with many new and unusual plants and seeds available. Garden volunteers and horticulturists are on hand to answer questions, assist in plant selections and offer advice. Specialty retailers offer pottery and other garden accessories. No admission charge to enter the Fall Plant Sale.

THE GREAT PUMPKIN FESTIVAL Thursday and Friday / October 25 – 26 / 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday and Sunday / October 27 – 28 / 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Every autumn the Great Pumpkin Festival is one of the Valley’s favorite places to find that special pumpkin. Take an authentic hayride out to the Garden’s pumpkin patch, where each day children 12 and under can choose their own free pumpkin. Get lost in the Amazing Hay Bale Maze, visit with adorable farm animals in the petting zoo, enjoy lively country and western entertainment, carnival-style games, pony rides and much more! Activities and hayride are included with membership or paid Garden admission. Members are admitted free and must show member ID to be admitted. All children under 3 are free. Programming subject to change. Food concessions, Harvest Market items and pony rides are an additional charge. Special thanks to the Pearson Family and Pearson & Company. Additional support from The Ferry Family Foundation in memory of Ernest S. and Virginia D. Ferry.

CUISINE AND CULTURE OF DIA DE LOS MUERTOS Thursday / November 1 / 6 – 8 p.m. Dorrance Hall MEMBERS: $50 / GENERAL PUBLIC: $62 This interactive experience fuses cultural tradition and shows the important role that food and drink play in the holiday. The evening features a history presentation on Día de los Muertos by Zarco Guerrero, followed by a meal prepared by renowned Valley Chef Silvana Salcido Esparza of Barrio Café. Guests will receive a welcome margarita upon arrival. Cash bar available. TO PURCHASE TICKETS: • Order online at dbg.org • Call 480 481.8188 (8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. weekends) • Visit the Admissions Box Office (8 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily) Must be 21 or older to attend and must show proper identification to be admitted. No exceptions. Children will not be admitted even if parent or guardian is present.

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DIA DE LOS MUERTOS Join us for the colorful tradition of Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, celebrated throughout the American Southwest, Latin America and Mexico that honors and celebrates departed loved ones in a festival setting. All of the events below are included with membership or paid Garden admission.

Exhibition of Ofrendas October 26 – November 4 Webster Auditorium / Garden Hours View Ofrenda installations by local and renowned artists. All installations are original pieces that have been created specifically for this exhibition.

Día de los Muertos Saturday and Sunday / November 3 – 4 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Experience a weekend of entertainment that will bring the history of the holiday to life with song, dance and storytelling. Enjoy delicious food and pastries, and browse through beautiful art and jewelry for purchase in the Mercado.

La Procesión – Afternoon Procession Sunday / November 4 / 5 p.m. Día de los Muertos festivities will culminate with La Procesión or Procession. The ancient indigenous tradition of marching as a community to ancestral burial sites honors those who have gone before us. This year, La Procesión has been expanded to progress from Boppart Courtyard to Ullman Terrace where guests can take part in a unique and interactive memorial by placing candles at the triptych, toasting loved ones, and enjoying traditional music and dance.

CHILES & CHOCOLATE EXPANDED TO FOUR DAYS! Friday – Monday / November 9 – 12 / 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Delight your taste buds with luscious gourmet chocolates, zesty salsas and other unique southwestern treats while listening to live music. All items will be available for purchase from local Valley vendors. Make sure to stop by our roasting station and pick up some freshly fire-roasted green chiles. Spice doesn’t apply solely to food! Be sure to stop by Boppart Courtyard stage for hot Latin beats by DJ Miguel Ivery and fiery dance performances throughout the day. Visit dbg.org for entertainment details and vendor list. Included with membership or paid Garden admission. Programming subject to change.

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Saturday / November 17 / 10 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2 p.m. The Garden has gone to the dogs! Take advantage of this special opportunity to bring the whole family, dogs included, to the Garden. Spend time in the doghouse with vendors sampling the best dog food and treats. Sit and listen to special presentations ranging from making treats to keeping dogs safe in the desert environment. Go for a walk on Garden trails and heel for family photo opportunities, pet-friendly landscaping tips and craft activities for both children and dogs. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this tail-wagging good time! Included with membership or paid Garden admission. Each dog $1, with proceeds benefiting Arizona Humane Society. All dogs must be on a leash and remain on marked trails at all times. All dogs must be up-todate on all vaccinations and registrations. Handlers are required to pick up after their dogs and properly dispose of their waste. Desert Botanical Garden reserves the right to refuse entry to or remove any dog thought to be dangerous to other dogs or visitors. Sponsored in part by:

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LUMINARIAS DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN

The Valley’s best holiday event comes to life with more than 8,000 hand-lit luminaria bags and 10 musical groups performing nightly. Luminaria offers guests a choice of 21 nights, including dates between Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Visit dbg.org for additional event information. HOURS 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. DATES Members: November 30, December 1, 2 General Public: December 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 TICKET PRICES MEMBERS: Adults $20, Children $10 (3–12), Children under 3 admitted free GENERAL PUBLIC: Adults $25, Children $12.50 (3–12), Children under 3 admitted free Tickets on Sale to Members September 10. Members can SAVE $5 off adult admission tickets if purchased before October 31.