Let's Go in the Northeast Valley - April 2012

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by Linda McThrall Let’s Go! Editor

When Davy Jones of The Monkees died in February, I added 46 years to my life.

I LOVED The Monkees. I was 14 when the show started. Every Monday night at 6:30, my sister and I would sit in front of the TV to watch the 30-minute show. We watched every second of those 30 minutes because sometimes the commercials starred The Monkees. We couldn’t risk missing a commercial with the boys. Nobody was allowed to talk during those 30 minutes. If the phone rang and it was for one of us, our parents had to take a message. NO phone call could be so important that it couldn’t wait until The Monkees was over.

We knew every Monkees song and knew all sorts of things about all four of them. We both loved Micky Dolenz the most. Davy was definitely cute, but too cute really. Drummer Micky was the deal.

Still is. He was on The Today Show the day after Davy died, and he is still adorable. I e-mailed my sis and told her I would still marry Micky. She said she would, too. (It’s a good thing we both have significant others; we might have a tussle over ol’ Micky.)

My sister called later that night. She and I got on our respective computers and watched a million youtube videos of Monkee songs together. It was seriously fun. We still know the words to every song.

If we didn’t live so far apart, we agreed, we would do as we did when we were kids:

go into the bedroom, put on the Monkee albums and sing and dance like mad.

She said our children would be horrified. Yes, they would indeed. But there is something so sweet about going back in time and reliving those memories. That seems to be the beauty of getting older; you really lose that self-consciousness you had as a teenager. Never mind that I am pushing a large age this year. I can still sing Monkee songs and dance like there’s no tomorrow.

My sister is my best friend. When we were teenagers, we had our really bad moments, but we could put on a Monkee album and nothing else mattered. We were just two silly girls who loved Micky Dolenz and Davy Jones and Mike Nesmith and Peter Tork.

Even though it is sad that one of our teen idols has passed, the same pure joy he and his band brought to us as girls returned to us as women on that single night. I loved The Monkees, for sure, but I love my sister more.

Arizona native in FH for book signing Fountain Hills Library Association is hosting a book signing Thursday, April 26.

Lisa Schnebly Heidinger, author of Arizona: 100 Years Grand, will speak and sign her books at the Fountain Hills Community Center starting at 4:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Gridleys of Fountain Hills will have the books available for sale prior to the event.

The book, available in hardback for $39.95 and paperback is $24.95, is the OneBook AZ 2012 selection.

Heidinger is an Arizona native with deep roots in the state. Her great-grandmother is the namesake of Sedona. The OneBook Arizona also is the official book of the Arizona Centennial.

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Sunrise Service Easter Sunday April 8th, 6 A.M. Rain or Shine

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Chapters: A Primer on Drug Awareness Fountain Hills Youth Theater is performing the original drama, “Chapters: A Primer on Drug Awareness.” The story follows several young people as they meet after school to prepare their presentations for the state’s annual Drug Awareness Assembly. Two of the young girls’ friendship is put to the test.

The production is the Fountain Hills Youth Theater “YABOY” (Young Actors Benefiting Other Youth) production. It is partially underwritten by Fountain Hills Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition and the Town of Fountain Hills.

The play runs through April 1. Appearing are Nick Disney, background, left; Jensen Grief, Logan Barrett and Kathryn Pastuszak. Foreground, left, Natalie Kilker, Maddie McCasland, Molly Stellino, Carli Van Valkenberg and Riley Grant.

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Native Trails is a popular event every spring in Scottsdale. The festival is held at Scottsdale Civic Center Plaza and is free. The series, presented

by Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, is held most Thursdays and Saturdays from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the spring and features cultural presentations from different tribes. (Photo courtesy of Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau)

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Worshipers to gather for Easter Sunrise food, rent or other expenses. Persons may contact any association member church for information about the fund.

Donations for the Extended Hands Food Bank also will be collected. Non-perishable food items as well as financial donations will be accepted.

The Community Easter Sunrise Service has been held at the Park since the Fountain was completed. Worshipers from every denomination gather to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

The event is an hour in length. Most area churches have regular Easter Sunday services following the community event.

Other clergy who will be participating: Rev. Steve Bergeson, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church; Deacon Dick Smith, Church of the Ascension, Rev. Bill Good, Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church; Scott Mandeville, Four Peaks Community Church, John Lescallett, Anglican Church of the Atonement; and Pastor Don Lawrence, Christ’s Church of Fountain Hills.

Hundreds of worshipers gather at Fountain Park for the annual Easter Sunrise Service. This year’s program begins at 6 a.m. Sunday, April 8.

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Worshipers of all denominations will gather Sunday, April 8, for the annual Easter Sunrise Service in Fountain Park.

The service gets under way at 6 a.m.

Sponsored by the Fountain Hills Ministerial Association, the event is open to the public.

Ministers from Fountain Hills churches participate in the service, delivering prayer and scripture readings. This year’s Easter message will be delivered by Pastor Todd Forrest of Fountain Hills Christian Center.

The title of the message is “Does the Resurrection Matter?”

Special music will be provided by members of the Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church, with worship led by the Praise Band from Fountain Hills Christian Center.

Ambassadors from Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce will collect the offering. Monies go to the Good Samaritan Fund, which is used to help Fountain Hills residents in need. Pastor Steve Bergeson of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church said the fund can be used to help with utility bills,

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‘Lend Me a Tenor’ opens at FH Theater April 6 Lend Me a Tenor opens at Fountain Hills Theater April 6.

The farce opens on a September evening in 1934, the biggest in the history of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company.

World-famous tenor, Tito Morelli, is to perform Otello, his greatest role, at the gala season opener. Saunders, the harried general manager of the opera company, hopes the performance will put Cleveland on the cultural map. Morelli, however, is nowhere to be found. When he finally arrives drunk, it is too late for any rehearsal.

Through a series of mishaps, “Il Stu-

pendo” is given a double dose of tranquilizers, and mixed with the booze he has consumed, he passes out. Mayhem results.

Lend Me a Tenor plays through April 22.

Performances are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.

A reception will be held opening night with appetizers, wine and soft drinks.

Tickets are $25 for adults, and $20 for children 17 and younger. Visit www.fhtaz. org, or call (480) 837-9661, ext. 3.

Performances are at Fountain Hills Theater, 11445 N. Saguaro Blvd.

Fountain Hills Theater is preparing to open the side-splitting farce, “Lend Me a Tenor,” Friday, April 6. Performing in the play, which runs through April 22, are Joy Strimple, left, Scott Hyder and Diane Senffner.

‘How to Succeed in Business’ opens at Desert Stages president of advertising in World Wide Wickets, a company so big nobody knows who does what when.

The show runs through May 12, with staging each Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m.

There will be no matinee Saturday, April

Desert Stages opens How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying Friday, April 13.

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Desert Stages’ Actor’s Café continues its run of The Altar Boyz through May 20. The hilarious tale of a struggling Christian boy band takes the group from small-town Ohio to the Big Apple. The show runs Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30

p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. There are no shows April 6, April 22 or April 28.

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To purchase tickets, visit www.desertstages.org, or call (480) 483-1664. The theater is located at 4720 N. Scottsdale Rd.

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Scottsdale physician evolving with industry Health care is an evolving industry.

Providers, insurers and consumers all are learning to look at medicine differently. One local physician, Robert Bailey, has a launched a new service for his patients to provide what he believes to be the best in primary care.

“The current health system is set up to discourage – not encourage – patientfocused care,” Bailey said.

His answer: membership. Membership practices are becoming a solution to the struggling healthcare system. In a membership practice, patients pay an annual fee. In return, they develop a stronger, more collaborative relationship with their doctor.

In the membership model, Bailey can devote more attention to each patient.

Instead of taking 30 to 40 patients each day, he can reduce the patient volume to 10 to 15 visits daily.

He said he is then able to develop care plans incorporating diet, exercise, family history, career impact and the patient’s personal health goals.

Bailey has practiced medicine in his Scottsdale office for more than 10 years.

He said when he became a primary care physician, it was because he believes deeply in providing whole-person care to his patients and their families He said there is more and more demand to treat as many patients as possible in a day.

He said higher patient volume means that primary care doctors act as triage to specialists and are unable to focus indepth on their patients’ needs, and it is difficult to build a relationship with their patients.

Bailey said fees for a membership are affordable, and the benefits to the patients result in health care savings.

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Real Gardens for Real People tour set March 31 The Real Gardens for Real People is set for Saturday, March 31, in north Scottsdale.

The self-guided tours of six private residential gardens, as well as the newlydeveloped school garden at Copper Ridge Elementary School are set to take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Advance tickets are $25 and can be purchased online at http:// extension.arizona.edu/maricopa and at 24

DR. BAILEY (cont. from page 6)

at the Mayo Fountain Hills Primary Care Center, then as vice chair of research in the department of family medicine and then as associate professor in family medicine.

He founded Bailey Family Medical Care in 2003.

Bailey is a diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine, a fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians and serves on the board of the Arizona Academy of Family Physicians.

He has received numerous awards and honors and is a sought-after speaker at medical associations and conferences. He

nurseries across the valley. Tickets will be available for sale for $30 the day of the tour only at Copper Ridge Elementary School.

The tour is a program conducted by the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Maricopa County Master Gardeners.

Some 27 on-site gardening experts will be on hand to answer questions and educate visitors on a variety of issues.

Topics addressed by the experts include

also has published a number of articles in academic journals.

The Baileys are devoted congregants and founding members at the City of Grace Church in Scottsdale, where Dr. Bailey serves on the church’s board of trustees. He also has participated in two medical missions in Ghana, West Africa.

An accomplished singer, Bailey has performed as lead baritone in numerous operas and other classical performances.

Bailey’s office is located at Ancala Medical Plaza, 11390 E. Via Linda, Suite 2, in Scottsdale. To learn more about D\ his practice or about his membership program, visit www.medleyhealth.com/ robertbailey/index.htm.

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native, using the principles of master gardeners to select, place and care for plants in an environmentally responsible manner based on research specific to the low desert. The gardens also feature water attractions, edible landscapes, recycled art, metal sculptures and mosaics, many hand-crafted by the garden owners.

‘Adult Ed’ nights begin at Ft. McDowell Adventures Fort McDowell Adventures is expanding its weekly Friday Night Franks with a series of adult events once a month.

Beginning Friday, March 30, Friday Night Franks will be deemed “adults only” after 8 p.m. The standard Friday Night Franks format will remain the same, including free admission, live entertainment and roasting frankfurters, bratwurst and s’mores over an open fire.

However, Adult Education nights will include more adult-themed events and activities.

Among the special events are lessons in bar hopping, tequila tasting and “life’s a beach,” which includes playing bucket drums and doing the limbo.

Packages are available to stay at Radisson Fort McDowell Resort and Casino or for camping out at Fort McDowell Adventures.

Adults Nights will be held April 27 and May 25, then will be on hiatus until September. For more information, visit http://fortmcdowelladventures.com, or call (480) 816-6465, ext. 1.

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It’s spring–and time to think summer camps Area schools have just wrapped up spring break, so summer can’t be far behind.

It’s time to star t thinking about summer camps. Here are a few to get you started.

Please note that dates, prices and availability are subject to change without notice. Parents are encouraged to call the camps for details and information.

Academic All American Summer Camp, Mission Montessori Academy, 11050 N. 96th St., Scottsdale. Call for dates and prices.

Two-week sessions. For children 2 to 6, coed. 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.; 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. (480) 860-4330. www. missionmontessori.com The Handwriting Academy, 16841 E. Shea Blvd., Suite 106, Fountain Hills.

Session lengths vary. Ages 4-11, coed.

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. $350+/week. (480) 8369300. www.thehandwritingacademy. com Arts Scottsdale Artists’ School, 3720 N.

Marshall Way, Scottsdale. May 29-Aug. 3. Session lengths vary. Ages 6 - 18, coed. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. $235-$275. (480) 990-1422. www.scottsdaleartschool.org.

Architecture Camp, Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation (Taliesin West), 12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale. Ages 10-18. 9 a.m.-noon; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 11-Aug. 10. $250-$600, (480) 627-5355. www.franklloydwright. org Cooking Classic Cooking Academy Summer Culinary Camp, 10411 E. McDowell Mtn. Ranch Rd., Scottsdale. Six-week session. Call for dates. Kids camp, ages 8-12; teen camp, ages 13-17. $100 per three day session. (480) 502-0177. www.ccacademy.edu Kids Cooking Camp; Teens Cooking Camp – Sweet Basil Gourmet Ware & Cooking School, 10749 N. Scottsdale Rd., Suite 101, Scottsdale. A variety of cooking classes are available to kids and (cont. on page 9)

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SUMMER CAMPS (cont. from page 8) teens. Call for dates and pricing. (480) 596-5628. www.sweetbasilgourmet.com Computers Digital Kids Club, the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, 6902 E. Greenway Par kway, Scottsdale. One week sessions. June 4-Aug. 10. Ages 7-14, coed. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 1 – 4 p.m. $250- $400. (480) 624-1268. www. kierlandresort.com Dance Summer Spectacular of Dance, Arizona Angels Dance Studio, 11111 N. Scottsdale Rd., #120, Scottsdale.

June 4-July 26. Session lengths vary.

Ages 3-18, coed. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. From $30 per half day. (480) 922-1455. www. arizonaangelsstudios.com General Interest Cactus Day Camp, 16811 E. El Pueblo Blvd., Fountain Hills. June 4 – July 27.Two week sessions. Ages 3-12, coed. 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $500 for two weeks. (480) 836-2267. www. cactusdaycamp.com Fountain Hills Summer School, Fountain Hills High School, 16100 E. Palisades Blvd. Session lengths va r y. K - 1 2 t h gra d e, c o e d . w w w. fountainhillsschools.org Mary Ellen & Robert McKee branch of the Boys and Girls Club of Greater

Scottsdale Summer Camp, , 14605 N. Del Cambre Ave., May 29-Aug. 7, one-week sessions, ages 6-18, coed.

7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. (480) 344-5400. www. mckeebranch.bgcs.org Scottsdale/Paradise Valley YMCA Traditional School Age Day Camp, 6869 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale. One week sessions. May 29-Aug. 3. $160+ Ages 5-12, coed. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. (602) 212-6044. www.valleyymca.org/scottsdaleparadise Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center, “Shemesh Day Camp,” 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. One-week sessions. May 28-Aug. 5. Ages 4-15, coed. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call for pricing.

(480) 634-4949. www.vosjcc.org Horses Joni Fitts School of Horsemanship, “All-Equine Horsemanship Academies.”

2025 N. 96th St., Scottsdale. One-week sessions, call for dates. Ages 7-18, coed. 7 to 10 a.m. Call for cost. (480) 232-9654. www.jfsh.com Smoke Tree Ranch Horseback Riding Camp, 9723 E. Larkspur Drive, Scottsdale. One week sessions, call for dates. Ages 4-14, coed. 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. $500. (631) 365-4442. www. smoketreehuntersandjumpers.com Witte Stables Kids Camp, 12051 N. 96th St., Scottsdale. March 12-Dec. 31.

Session length varies. Ages 4-18, coed.

8 a.m.-1p.m. (602) 750-0417. www. wittestables.com

Performing Arts Fountain Hills Community Theater, 11445 N. Saguaro Blvd., Fountain Hills. Session lengths vary. Each camp has a $50 nonrefundable deposit on registration. The Summer Teen Camp has a $150 nonrefundable registration.

(480) 837-9661. www.fhct.org • Perform in a play based on the popular book, “A Fourth Grade Nothing,” Ages 7-13, coed. Two-week session.

June 18-29, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. $200.

• Annie Musical Theater Camp, Ages 7-13, girls. Two-week session, June 4-15, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. $200.

• “Summer Teen Camp and Trip to New York City. Ages 13-18, coed.

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• Broadway Musical Camp for Kids, Ages 4-14, coed. Two-week session, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. July 9-20. $200.

Desert Stages Theater 4720 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. Three week sessions, Monday through Friday. (480) 483-1664. www.desertstages.org • Summer Day Camp, Ages 6-12, coed. Session 1 (Oh, The Thinks You Can Think) starts May 29; Session 2

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SUMMER CAMPS (cont. from page 9) (Gerry Cullity’s Cinderella: A Ragtime Musical), June 18; Session 3 (Grease is the Word), July 9. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.. $500. • Summer Day Camp, Jr. Ages 3-5, coed. Session start dates and themes are the same as the older children’s camp. 9 a.m. to noon, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. $225.

Greasepaint Youtheatre, Stagebrush Theater, 7020 E. Second St., Scottsdale.

One-week sessions, June 4, Create Your Own Stories, $175; June 11, Honk Jr., $550 (three-week camp); July

2, Musical Theater Prep $150; Willie Wonka Kids, $175, July 9; Ages 6-14 coed. (480) 990-7405. www.greasepaint. org/camps_workshops.html D e s e r t Fo o t h i l l s C o m m u n i t y Education and Missoula Children’s Theater present, Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center, 33606 N. 60th St., Cave Creek. July 9-13, 1-5 p.m. $150. www. ccusd93.org Sports Cool Camp, Ice Den Center, 9375 E. Bell Rd., June 11-Aug. 3, one week sessions. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. $349 per week. Half-days and before and after care available. (480) 473-5825. www. icedencoolcamps.com

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Body language speaks volumes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; quietly, subtly Hearing what someone is saying is only part of the communication process.

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A group of professionals gathered recently in a Scottsdale hotel meeting room to learn more about body language and how it can help them in business.

Renate Mousseux, who spent her career teaching German and French in Scottsdale and Fountain Hills, is a body language expert. She leads workshops on a variety of topics including body language. The recent seminar was entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Body Language and Its Power.â&#x20AC;?

The purpose of the workshop, according to Mousseux, is to teach participants how to bring out the best in themselves, improve their social interaction and provide valuable insights and hands-on training on how to read and interpret body language.

Mousseux opened the seminar with an explanation of a recent photo taken when President Barrack Obama came to Phoenix. Gov. Jan Brewer â&#x20AC;&#x153;aggressivelyâ&#x20AC;? pointed her finger in to the face of the president. She explained that Brewerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s body language was â&#x20AC;&#x153;very direct, very aggressive.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pointing a finger right at a person is an aggressive action,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you are pointing toward an object, it is not construed that way. It is to make a point.â&#x20AC;?

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Mousseux was called on by local media outlets to interpret the picture. She has appeared on a number of local television shows, radio talk shows and other public events to talk about body language.

Her audience in Scottsdale ranged from a marketing and public relations manager for a Scottsdale museum, an author, a psychic, a singer, a financial professional, a home-sitting business woman and a philanthropist. Each had a unique reason for attending the seminar, but each also indicated he or she wanted to learn how to project themselves better in their business.

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In one illustration of how body language is a strong indicator of attitude, Mousseux had participants shake hands.

She then described different handshakes and what they “say.”

The position of your hand can create a dominant stance, she said. Whether your palm is up, or your palm is down indicates who the leader in the room is.

The firmness – or lack of it – also is telling. How much of your hand you “give” to another person can communicate how open you are.

“There is so much being said with a quick handshake,” Mousseux said. “You want to be sure you communicate your intentions.”

Mousseux said that most body language is “spontaneous” and not consciously enacted. But people can learn to control behavior and make their communication clearer. It is a matter of awareness, she said.

“You also want to evaluate a person’s whole body, not just one gesture,” she

said.

For instance, a person may have his arms folded in front of him, giving the appearance of being closed, but he may actually be cold.

“You must read the whole person from top to toe,” she said. “Then you can see what is being communicated.”

Those attending Mousseux’s seminar indicated what they learned in a short two hours was interesting and helpful.

“Body language is interesting to nearly everyone,” Mousseux said. “Knowing how to read someone’s body language, or knowing how to project yourself in a more confident way is very beneficial in business.”

Mousseux is a professional speaker, offering workshops in body language, culture, public speaking, along with classes in cooking, etiquette and more.

Mousseux has lived in Fountain Hills with her husband, Patrick, who is an engineer with Honeywell, since 1990.

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Titanic Considered one of the best love stories in cinema history, Titanic returns to the silver screen remastered and in 3D to tell the tale of Rose and Jack, two star-crossed lovers from opposite sides of society who stumble across one another aboard the ill-fated Titanic.

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Iron Sky When Earth falls victim to an invading fleet of flying saucers, no one could have imagined they were actually World War II era Nazis who, after secretly escaping to the moon, have spent the past 70 years rebuilding their forces and maintaining a hunger for revenge.

Starring: Julia Dietze, Christopher Kirby, Gotz Otto Genre: Sci-Fi, Comedy MPAA Rating: Rating Pending.

April 6 American Reunion More than a decade after the American Pie gang introduced the world to its unique brand of raunchy comedy antics, the group reunites as adults and, as it turns out, not a whole lot has changed.

Starring: Jason Biggs, Seann William Scott, Alyson Hannigan Genre: Comedy MPAA Rating: R for drug use, crude language, nudity and sexuality.

The Hunter Martin, a mercenary, is hired to track down a rare tiger in the Tasmanian wilderness. Once there, he befriends a local family and is soon drawn into a dilemma that will require Martin to use his skills against his fellow man.

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April 13 Woman Thou Art Loosed: On the Seventh Day When a coupleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s child is kidnapped, the investigation starts to uncover secrets that could tear their lives apart.

Starring: Blair Underwood, Sharon Leal, Clyde Jones Genre: Drama MPAA Rating: Rating pending.

The Cabin in the Woods When five friends take a trip into the woods, their dream vacation becomes a nightmare as the world around them starts to unravel and members of the party die one by one.

Starring: Richard Jenkins Genre: Horror MPAA Rating: R for bloody violence, language, drug use, sexuality and nudity.

Touchback A former football star turned family man is given a second shot at becoming a star.

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The Three Stooges The Farrelly Brothers bring this trio of knuckleheads to the screen to reveal the origins of their slapstick hijinks.

Starring: Will Sasso, Larry David, Sean Hayes Genre: Comedy MPAA Rating: Rating Pending.

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Starring: Jason Statham MPAA Rating: R for language and violence.

The Raven When a murderer themes his crimes after the works of Edgar Allan Poe, a Baltimore detective turns to the tormented writer to help bring the killer to justice.

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Bernie Everyone in Carthage, Texas, loves Bernie.

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I feel kind of bad for every movie coming out in April that isn’t Titanic. Maybe I’m wrong, but I have a hunch that a remastered, 3D remake of the second highest grossing films of all time might steal attention and dollars away from every other film coming out in the next 30 days or so.

If you have some kids in tow, though, Titanic probably isn’t the right call for a family night out. If that’s the case, might I recommend Chimpanzee?

The Disneynature films are exclusively wonderful and Chimpanzee looks to continue that trend with a heartwarming tale of a young chimp who, left to fend for himself, is adopted by an old, grizzled primate who decides to take the little guy under his wing.

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Mondays - Monday would be a pretty difficult night to get an audience which is probably why I don’t know of any comedy shows currently in operation.

Tuesdays - Brigett’s Last Laugh is located at 17222 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix 85032. It is just a little north of Bell Road on the west side of the street. (www.brigetts.com; (602) 788-0507) This was not one of my favorites, but it is free.

Showtime is at 8 p.m.

Dos Gringos is a bar/restaurant located at 8000 S. Priest Drive in Tempe 85284. It is south of Elliot on the west side of Priest.

(480) 753-4577, www.dosgringosaz.com.

Also free but a better level of comedy.

Showtime is 7:30 p.m.

Wednesdays - The Ice House Tavern is located at 3855 E. Thomas Road, Phoenix 85018 (behind the Arcadia Hockey/ Ice Rink in what was once called Tower Plaza); (602) 244-1179. Another free show and kind of a guilty pleasure. Showtime at 8:30 to 9 p.m.

Standup Scottsdale is located at 6820 E. Fifth Avenue, Scottsdale, 85251. (480) 882-0730 or www.standupscottsdale.com.

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Thursdays - The Hidden House is located at 607 W. Osborn Road, Phoenix 85013. (602) 266-1763. The show starts between 8:30 and 9 p.m. There is no charge. It is on about the same level as the Ice House or Brigett’s.

A new show started March 15 at SMG (Studio Movie Grill) located at 15515 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale 85260. The tickets are $10 cash at the door and show time is 7 p.m. This show is booked by Boomer Nichols who also booked the show at Fountini’s in Fountain Hills before it went on hiatus. I think the talent will be a cut above the free shows for sure. I will be reviewing the venue in the near future.

Once in a while, there is a Thursday Show at the Comedy Spot, 7117 E. 3rd Ave., Scottsdale 85251. (480) 945-4422. or www. thecomedyspot.net. Tickets are $10. Check their website for details.

Fridays and Saturdays - There are a few more to choose from now, but no more free admissions. Plan on paying cash at the door unless you buy your tickets in advance on line. The Comedy Spot tickets are $10 on Friday and $12 on Saturday and the shows are at 8 and 10 p.m.

Standup Scottsdale tickets are $15 but they do a lot of Groupon and coupons which reduce it to $10. Show times are 7 and 9 p.m.

The Speakeasy Comedy Lounge is located at 5101 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale 85250 in front of the Clarion Inn on the east side of the street. (480) 543-1043 or www.speakeasycomedylounge.com.

Tickets are $10 and show times are 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Not as good as the other two Scottsdale venues, but still a cut above the free shows.

Sundays - The Comedy Spot does shows on Sundays at 7 p.m. Ticket price is $10. (cont. on page 16)

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(cont. from page 15)

Bob Howard is a full-time family law attorney in Scottsdale and a part-time comic.

If you would like to contact him, send your email to rhoward@jekel-howard.com. Bob will be performing Friday, April 20, at the Comedy Spot at 8 and 10 p.m.

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The event is set for Tuesday, April 17, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Live entertainment will be provided by Rich Howard.

Fred Astaire Dance Studios will offer predance lessons. The cost is $3 per person.

An Entertainment Extravaganza also is on tap for seniors. The extravaganza is set for 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 18, at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.

Singing, dancing, comedy and more will be featured. Dolan Ellis appears, and the free event will be emceed by T.A. Burrows.

Call the service desk, (480) 312-5810, for information and to register for some classes. Other April events: Check with the center for days and times for blood pressure checks, table tennis and vision screenings.

Volunteer opportunities are available.

Those wishing to volunteer may call the center for a list of opportunities and complete information.

Events that occur weekly on the same day are support groups for Divorced or Separated (Mondays, 10 a.m. to noon); Benefits Assistance (Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to noon, call for appointment); Grief and Loss (Wednesdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m.); Men’s Group (Wednesdays, 1 to 3 p.m.); Master Gardener Q & A, (Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.); Can We Talk discussion group (Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon); Market Strategies (Thursdays, 1 to 3 p.m.); and Bipolar (Fridays, 3 to 4:30 p.m.).

Other regularly scheduled events include Billiard Tournaments (Mondays, 1 to 5 p.m.); Movie Matinees (Saturdays, 1:30 p.m.); and Open Cards and Games, daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Knitting Group, Monday, April 2, 1-3 p.m.; Wednesday, April 18, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Alzheimer’s Partners, Wednesday, April 4 and 8; 11:30 to 1 p.m.

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An Oneg service begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by the regular service at 7:30 p.m. Congregants meet at The Fountains – A United Methodist Church, 15300 N. Fountain Hills Blvd. Cantor Shira Batalion leads the service.

Beth Hagivot members also will be observing Passover, which begins Friday, April 6.

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Women’s Discussion, Friday, April 6 and 20, 10 a.m. to noon.

Caregivers’ Support, Tuesday, April 8, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Hearing Test, Tuesday, April 10, call for appointment.

MS Support, Tuesday, April 10, 5 to 7 p.m.

Mended Hearts, Tuesday, April 10 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Chronic Pain Support, Wednesday, April 11 and 25, 6:30 p.m.

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support, Wednesday, April 11 and 25, 11:30 a.m.

Sing-Along, Friday, April 13, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (Call to confirm.)

Legal Services, Tuesday, April 17, appointments required from 10 a.m. to noon.

Book Discussion, Thursday, April 19, 10:30 a.m. Every Day by the Sun by Dean Faulkner Wells.

Low Vision Group, Thursday, April 19, 1 p.m.

Library Services. Friday, April 20, at 2 p.m.

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O’Flynn Senior Center in Fountain Hills

The John O’Flynn Senior Activity Center has a number of activities planned for the month of April.

The Activity Center provides hundreds of opportunities each year for seniors. The Center has an annual membership fee of $17 for the calendar year. Membership entitles members to participate in many activities. Membership is not limited to “seniors.” All adults 18 and over are eligible for membership.

Regular Activities Monthly: Activity Center membership is required.

Classical Music Matinee, third Wednesday, 1- 3 p.m.

Swing Time Music, third Tuesday, 10 a.m.-noon.

Armchair Travelogue, third Wednesdays, 9-10:30 a.m.

Desert Beekeepers, A Sherlock Holmes Book Club, Friday, April 13, 3-5 p.m. They will discuss Holmes’ “The Beryl Coronet.”

Women’s Singles, second Wednesday, 2-3 p.m.

Hand & Foot Cards, second and fourth Wednesdays, 9 a.m.-noon.

Quilts N’ More, first and third Thursdays, 9-11 a.m. Program is open to anyone who wants to join in the wonderful world of sewing and quilting.

Golden Age of Radio, first Thursday, 1-3 p.m.

Bunko, First Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.

Bridge (contract-beginners), every Monday, 12-3 p.m.

Mah Jongg, Tuesdays, 1-4 p.m.

Movie, Tuesdays, 1-3:30 p.m.

Bingo, Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Must be 21 or older.

Scrabble Club, Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m.

Poker, Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m.

Line Dancing (intermediate), Thursdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Spanish II (intermediate), Thursdays, 9- 10:30 a.m.

Table Talk, a women’s discussion group, Thursdays, 1-3 p.m.

Parkinson’s Art Group, Thursdays, 1-3 p.m.

Parkinson’s Exercise, Fridays, 9-10 a.m. and 10-11 a.m.

Dominoes, Fridays, 1- 4 p.m.

Woodcarving, Fridays, 1-3 p.m.

Twice weekly: Peer-Led Exercise, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-9 a.m.

Contract Bridge, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 a.m.-noon.

Trips: Stop by the Activity Center to pick up flyers on a vast number of trip offerings.

Weekly: Activity Center membership is required.

Ping Pong, Mondays, 9-11 a.m.

Men’s Discussion Group, Mondays, 9-10:30 a.m.

Conversational Spanish (some Spanish skills needed to practice speaking the language), Mondays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Hooks and Needles, Tuesdays, 10 a.m.noon.

Line Dancing (advanced) Tuesdays, 9:3010:30 a.m.

Support groups: All interested persons welcome. Not age restrictive. All meetings open to the public.

No fee.

Celiac Support Group. Second Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon.

Parkinson’s Support Group, first Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Bereavement Support Group, second and fourth Monday, 1-2:30 p.m.

Caregivers Support Group, first Mondays, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Hearing Screenings, fourth Wednesdays 1:30-2:30 p.m., (by appointment).

Hearing Loss Support Group, fourth Wednesdays, 2-4 p.m.

Blood Pressure Screening, First and third Tuesdays with a representative from Fountain View Village, 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. and second and fourth Tuesdays 11 a.m.-1 p.m. with Baruch Rosen, M.D. No appointment needed.

Legal Consultations, first and third Fridays from 2:30-4 p.m., (by appointment).

Medical Insurance Consultations, first and third Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (by appointment).

Durable medical equipment available to borrow free.

individual • marriage • family & adolescent therapy

Donations of wheelchairs requested.

Please bring to the Activity Center.

For Home Delivered Meals, call (480) 816-5226.

Year-round residents sought to deliver meals. Rewarding volunteer experience.

Please call the center at (480) 816-5226 for more information or to sign up for this opportunity.

The Activity Center is located in the Fountain Hills Community Center, 13001 N. La Montana Drive.

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Fountain Hills Library Fountain Hills Library is gearing up for a busy April.

Regular library hours at the Fountain Hills Library are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (602) 652-3000 for more information. The Friends of the Library Bookstore, located just outside the library, can be reached at (602) 652-3263.

The library is located at 12901 N. LaMontana Drive. For a complete listing of services, visit www.mcldaz.org.

Children

Once upon a Monday April 2, 9, 16, 23 – 10-11 a.m.

Preschoolers are invited each Monday

for stories, activities and crafts. The theme this month is “Spring Time.” Conference Room.

Happily Ever after on Thursday April 5, 12, 19, 26 – 10-11 a.m.

Story time especially for infants to age three. Stories, finger plays, rhymes and crafts for fun and for skill development of this age group. “Alphabet” is the theme for February. Conference Room.

Knowing and Growing-Stay & Play Tuesdays, April 3 and 10, 10-11 a.m.

Spend time together to play, experience art activities and meet other families.

Community experts will discuss topics such as early literacy, child development, speech and hearing, nutrition, social/

emotional development and play and movement in a play group setting. For families with children 0-5.

Lightbulb Lab Saturday, April 7, 3-4 p.m.

Registration is required for the lab that meets once a month to conduct and record fun science experiments. Ages 5-8. The March lab is “Recycling Crayons.”

Teddy Bear Picnic Monday, April 9, 10-11:30 a.m.

Bring your favorite stuffed animal for a “Beary” special story time in front of the library. Story, games and craft booths will be set up around Centennial Circle. Bring a sack lunch. Cookies and juice will be provided. For children 0 to 5.

Knowing and Growing – Books Can Tuesdays, April 17 and 24, 10-11 a.m.

This six-week story time series for adults and children 0 to 5 uses popular

picture books to promote children’s social and emotional development and to address challenging behaviors. All families receive a copy of the book used each week for their home libraries. Presented by First Things First.

Junk to Treasure Tuesday, April 17, 4 p.m.

For ages 6-12. Shari Keith, “The Junk Lady,” is a teaching artist who conducts a hands-on visual art workshop. Participants will explore new ways to use found objects. Children discover they can transform junk into treasure.

All Ages

Music in the Library – The OK Chorale Saturday, April 7, 2-3 p.m.

Traditional cowboy music goes with the fascinating history of Arizona, which is told by this fun trio. (cont. on page 19)

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Library (cont. from page 18)

Paper Shredding & Electronics Recycling Saturday, April 21 Paper Shredding, 9 a.m.-noon Electronics Recycling, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Sponsored by the Library Association, and the Town of Fountain Hills.

The paper shredding event takes place on the library’s south side parking lot.

Each participant is limited to four boxes of material. The electronics event will be held in the Community Center parking lot.

Music in the Library – Celestial Misfits Saturday, April 21, 2-3 p.m.

Scott Schaefer is a wood flautist in Surprise, and Scott Simon, Ph.D., is an acoustic guitarist and singer/songwriter in Sedona. Their musical sound ranges from new age jazz to world music to blues and their specialty is a blend of flamenco guitar and flue music of the southwest inspired by the natural beauty of Arizona.

The duo also will play music made famous

by Van Morrison, Bob Dylan, the Eagles, Stevie Wonder, Jimi Hendrix and more.

Teens Chain Reaction (Video Club) Wednesdays, April 4, 11, 18, 25, 3:45-4:45 p.m.

Check out this group if you are interested in creating videos from pre-production (writing), production (filming) to post-production (editing) for live-action and animation. The plan is to create a collaborative work each month.

Guitar Club (Performance, not instruction) Thursdays, April 5, 12, 19, 3:45-4:45 p.m.

Guitar players are invited to come out and jam in Centennial Circle. There may be discussions about trends, theories, tricks, tips and techniques.

Anime Cinema Saturday, March 3 and 31, 3-4:45 p.m.

Warm up with Anime film screening.

Game On Friday, April 13 and 27 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Bring your remotes, consoles and games, rated E or T. No M or first-person shooters. Play Xbox, Playstation, Wii, Nintendo, Foosball and board games. Snacks provided. Conference Room.

Anime Cinema Saturdays, April 14 and 28, 3-4:45 p.m.

Warm up with an anime film screening at the library.

Adults

Reading Club Tuesday, April 3, 3-4 p.m., Pigs in Heaven

by Barbara Kingsolver.

Thursday, April 19, 3-4 p.m., The Murderer’s Daughters by Randy Myers.

Discussion questions are available at the Customer Service Desk.

Reel Discussions Wednesday, April 4, 6-9 p.m.

Join this group to watch a film then participate in a discussion afterwards.

Conference Room.

Mystery Reading Group Monday, April 9, 6:30-8 p.m.

Do you enjoy reading “who-done-its” whether they are courtroom thrillers or cozies? Want to discuss these books with other mystery lovers and discover new authors? Come join the Mystery Reading Group. The group will be reading Open

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Arts in the Courtyard Fountain Hills Middle School is hosting the sixth annual Arts in the Courtyard event Thursday, April 26.

Monies from past fundraisers have provided students with programs, tools and equipment for classrooms. The public is invited to attend the 5 to 8 p.m. event at Fountain Hills Middle School.

Tickets, which can be purchased at

the door, are $10 for adults and $5 for students. The cost includes dinner prepared by the chef at The Radisson Fort McDowell Resort and Casino’s Ahnala Restaurant. Students will provide three hours of entertainment, which includes art, band and drama students.

The Arts in the Courtyard event last year raised more than $10,000.

Library adds ‘Freading’ The Maricopa County Library District’s new system for checking out ebooks has gone live.

“Freading” offers customers more than 12,000 copyrighted titles from at least 16 publishers. Customers can download free books for a two week loan period with a two-week renewal option. Multiple users can simultaneously check out the same

book. Titles may be obtained using every major digital device including Kindle Fire. The system does not work with other Kindle devices.

To check out e-books, log on to www. mcldaz.org and click the Download Center tab. Activate Adobe Digital Editions, click the title and then the download button.

Season by C.J. Box. World Book Night Reception Monday, April 16, 6-7 p.m.

World Book Night started in the UK last year and has made its way to the US. It is a celebration of reading and books.

The library is serving as a pick up location for boxes of books that will be given away Monday, April 23. The reception is to thank those who are giving away books in the community to nonreaders or light readers.

World Book Night Monday, April 23, 5-9 p.m.

This annual celebration is designed to spread the love of reading and books. Tens of thousands of people will go out in to their communities in the U.S., YUK and Ireland and give away free World Book Night paperbacks. World Book Night also promotes the value of bookstores and libraries throughout the year.

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Archeology

ON THE

29th Annual Archaeology and Heritage Awareness Month

Your guide for places to go and things to do in the Northeast Valley and around the state.

Information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, but dates and times are subject to change without notice.

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Various venues throughout the state (602) 542-4174 www.azstateparks.com Through 31 Special events in towns across Arizona focus on current efforts to preserve the past by protecting fragile and non-renewable cultural resources. Hikes, site tours, lectures, demos.

Art Art on the Avenue & Farmers Market Avenue of the Fountains Fountain Hills April 5, 12, 19, 26 Stroll the median on the Avenue of the Fountains and enjoy a rich talent of artists, jewelers, photographers and more. Farmers Market offers fresh produce and more. Held most Thursdays through April. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Arizona Valentine Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (602) 273-2006 www.phoenix.gov Through May 3 Artwork from Arizona artists depicting their love for the state. Works have different formats, but each depicts a unique aspect of the 100-year-old state. Free.

35th Annual Tempe Spring Festival of the Arts Mill Avenue (480) 921-2300 www.tempefestivalofthearts.com March 30-April 1 Among the top 20 art festivals in the nation.

Some 400 artists and craftspeople, traditional and ethnic foods, continuous entertainment on multiple stages. Street fair atmosphere with street performers, hands-on activities for children. 10 a.m-6 p.m. Free.

Docent-Led Art Walks Miles: A Desert Odyssey through Public Art Fountain Hills Community Center (48) 816-5100 April 14 Enjoy a docent-led tour of the extensive public art collection in the community. 9 and 11 a.m. $5.

Fourth Annual Glass Act ArtWalk Scottsdale Arts District (480) 990-8989 www.scottsdalegalleries.com April 12 Beautiful glass art by some of Arizona’s finest glass artists is featured. 7-9 p.m. Free.

Arts in the Courtyard Fountain Hills Middle School April 26 The annual fundraiser features three hours of performing students in art, band and drama.

Proceeds help enrich the art, band, dance and drama departments. 5-8 p.m. $10 for adults, $5 for students.

Astronomy Astronomy Open House Bateman Physical Sciences Building H Wing Arizona State University Tempe (480) 965-0665 http://asuevents.asu.edu March 30 Look through telescopes, learn about meteorites and more. 8 p.m. Free.

Bicycling 21st Annual Nolualoa El Tour de Mesa Red Mountain Park (520) 745-2033 www.perimeterbicycling.com April 14 74- and 26-mile bike rides, as well as fourmile and ¼ mile kid fun rides. 7 a.m. $15-$55.

Whiskey Off Road Mtn Bike Event Historic Whiskey Row - Prescott www.epicrides.com April 27-29 Endurance mountain bike including technical single track, smooth fire roads and quality climbing with great views. 8 a.m.

Boats Ninth Annual Arizona Dragon Boat Festival Tempe Town Lake www.azdba.com March 31-April 1 50 dragon boat racing teams from around the world are expected to participate.

40-foot-long rowing canoes, 20 paddlers, one steersperson and a drummer in a 500-meter race. Also features music, food, vendors and performances by martial arts and dance groups. Free.

Car Shows 22nd Annual Bell Lexus Copperstate 1000 Tempe Diablo Stadium (602) 307-2007 www.copperstate1000.com April 14-18 More than 70 of the finest vintage motor cars drive 1,000 miles of popular Arizona

terrain. The event features some of the finest working examples of vintage sports, racing, classic and grand touring cars manufactured before Jan. 1, 1973. Proceeds benefit the Phoenix Art Museum.

14th Annual Napa Auto Parts Monster Truck Nationals Firebird International Raceway Chandler (602) 268-0200 www.firebirdraceway.com April 21-22 Monster trucks compete side by side in an all-out freestyle competition. Also some of the world’s fastest jet cars will be featured, racing at speeds of nearly 300 miles per hour.

Culinary 2012 Scottsdale Culinary Festival Scottsdale Center for the Arts (480) 945-7193 www.scottsdalefest.org April 17-22 A plethora of food events take place throughout the community.

April 17, Arizona Culinary Hall of Fame, Technique Restaurant at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts April 17, Shaken & Stirred, Mabel’s on Main April 18, The Chocolate & Wine Experience, Degree 270 at Talking Stick Resort April 19, Friends of James Beard Dinner, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa April 19, Bubbles & Bliss, Saguaro Hotel April 19, Burger Battle, Scottsdale Stadium April 20, Eat, Drink & Be Pretty Party, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts April 21, Chef Wine Dinners, various restaurants April 21-22, Great Arizona Picnic, Scottsdale Civic Center April 22, Best of the Fest, April 22, Wine Country Brunch, Scottsdale Resort & Conference Center

12th Annual Wine, Women & Jazz FUNdraiser Arizona Culinary Institute - Scottsdale (602) 863-9744 www.azwp.org April 28 Hors d’oeuvres, desserts, fine wine and great jazz, benefiting Arizona Women’s Partnership. 4-6:30 p.m. $55-$65

28th Annual My Nana’s Salsa Challenge Tempe Beach Park (602) 955-1962 www.salsachallenge.com April 28 Fundraiser for the Hemophilia Association.

Some 90 competitors prepare fresh salsa onsite in either the mild or hot categories. All kinds of fun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $8-$10 – children 12 and younger are free.

LET’S GO! April 2012 26th Annual Dinner on the Desert Desert Botanical Garden - Phoenix (480) 481-8182 www.dbg.org April 28 An elegantly casual event set along the Garden’s trails. Dinner, silent auction and dancing. 6 p.m. $500.

Tucson Taco Festival Rillito Downs www.tucsonfacofestival.com April 28 Organizers of the popular Arizona Taco Festival in Scottsdale are taking their party to Tucson. More than 30 amateur and professional competitors battle for $5,000 cash and bragging rights. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. General admission, $10; Tequila Expo, $10; tasting tickets $2; VIP tickets, $100.

34th Annual Blessing of the Sonoita Vineyards Festival Elgin (520) 455-5893 www.sonoitavineyards.com April 28 Ministers and priests bless the grapevines at noon to foster a bountiful crop at harvest.

Admission includes wine tasting, food and wine pairings, winery tours with the winemaker and vineyard tours. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $15.

Cultural Events Frank Lloyd Wright: Organic Architecture for the 21st Center Phoenix Art Museum (602) 257-1880 http://phxart.org Through April 29 Surveys more than 150 works, 33 of which have never been exhibited publicly. Reflects on Wright’s impact during his lifetime and his significance today on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of Taliesin West. $4-$12.

22nd Annual Heard Museum Guild American Indian Student Art Show & Sale Phoenix (602) 252-8840 www.heard.org/studentart March 31-April 1 Art work by more than 1,000 young Native American artists from around the country and Canada. Proceeds benefit the students. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

10th Season of Native Trails Scottsdale Civic Center Plaza (480) 421-1004 www.culturequestscottsdale.com April 5, 7, 12 & 14

A series of free festivals presented by Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation celebrating Native American Culture. Most Thursdays and Saturdays, noon-1:30 p.m. Free.

7th Annual Phoenix WorldFEST Margaret T. Hance Park (602) 534-3751 www.phoenixsistercities.org April 14 Learn about and experience the cultures of Phoenix’s 10 Sister Cities. Food, music, dance, arts and crafts, more. Friday, 4-10 p.m.; Saturday, noon-10 p.m., Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Free.

11th Annual Katsina Doll Marketplace Heard Museum Phoenix www.heard.org April 14 More than 100 Hopi Katsina doll carvers will gather to show and sell their creations. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

OrigiNation: A Festival of Native Cultures Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org April 14-15 Part of the Discovery Series, and the 10th anniversary of Native Trails, the event celebrates the indigenous cultures of Arizona, Australia and New Zealand through music, dance, art and more. Noon to 4 p.m. Free.

26th Annual ASU Spring Competition Pow Wow ASU Band Practice Field - Tempe (480) 965-5224 http://powwow.asu.edu April 20-22 Dancing in 23 categories, Native American arts and crafts, food, intertribal dancing. Friday, 5:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 11:30 a.m. $5-$8

Dance Ballet Arizona Presents Director’s Choice Orpheum Theater - Phoenix (800) 982-2787 www.balletaz.org March 29-April 1 Ballet Arizona’s Artistic Director Ib Andersen offers a selection of works spanning a rich field of artistry. $17-$121

Chunky Move: Connected Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org April 6-7 Distinct yet unpredictable brand of genredefying dance featuring the international sensation from Australia. 8 p.m. $29-$39.

Marrugeku: Buru Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org April 14 Australian dance-theater explores the past, present and future of indigenous cultures. Hiphop, stilt dancing and storytelling are blended to reflect life for young people in the community of Broome. 8 and 2 p.m. $29-$39.

DanceBrazil Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org April 26-27 Dazzling Afro-Brazilian music and dance.

7:30 and 8 p.m. $39-$49.

Easter Jesus the Christ Easter Pageant Mesa Arizona Temple Grounds (480) 964-7164 www.easterpageant.org Through April 7 Drama, dance and musical story about the birth, life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Presented in Spanish some nights, and English some nights. 8 p.m. Free.

Sunrise Easter Service Fountain Park April 8 The annual Sunrise Easter Service in the Park is open to worshipers of all faiths.

Conducted by the Fountain Hills Ministerial/ Pastoral Association. Sunrise.

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Fairs 37th Annual Maricopa County Fair Arizona State Fairgrounds - Phoenix (602) 252-0717 www.maricopacountyfair.org April 11-15 Agriculture, midway, commercial exhibits, hobbies, youth exhibits, art walk of chalk art, horse show, more.

Family Fun Friday Night Franks Fort McDowell Adventures Fort McDowell (480) 816-6465, Ext. 1 Every Friday through Memorial Day Experience a cookout experience in the Sonoran Desert. Entertainment, food. Groups of 10 or more can call for reservations and package options. 5-10 p.m.

Eggstravaganza Golden Eagle Park (480) 816-5151 www.fh.az.gov March 31 The annual egg hunt takes place when 15,000 eggs are hidden in the park for children seven and younger. The Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast precedes the event. 8-10 a.m.

Festivals Sunday A’Fair

Paradise Memorial Gardens - Scottsdale April 8 The annual service is open to the public.

Music and the message of Easter will be presented. Sunrise.

Scottsdale Civic Center Plaza (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org April 1, 8, 15 The valley’s top entertainers, arts and crafts, picnic baskets welcome, and food is available for purchase. Noon-4 p.m. Free.

Expos

24th Annual Arizona’s Renaissance Festival

Sunrise Easter Service

Phoenix convention Center (866) 618-3434 www.azwomensexpo.com April 21-22 Features 565 exhibits representing fashion, home décor, cooking, health, nutrition, fitness, finance. Much more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Apache Junction (620) 463-2700 www.renfestinfo.com Through April 1 A 30-acre medieval playground where history is the theme. A day of 16th century play for the whole family. Weekends, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $12-$22.

Girls World Expo 2012

Phoenix Pride Festival

Arizona Women’s Expo

Doubletree by Hilton Scottsdale (760) 802-8430 e-mail: info@girlsworldexplosion.com April 22 Girls 11-18 are invited to explore college and career choices, participate in seminars, visit vendors, a science fair, fashion show, entertainment and more. Noon-6 p.m. $15 in advance; $20 at the door.

Steel Indian School Park - Phoenix www.phoenixpride.org April 21-22

Gunfight at the O.K. Corral Tombstone www.oldpueblogunfighters.com April 28-29 A number of activities reminiscent of the old days in Tombstone. Free.

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LET’S GO! April 2012

Film 12th Annual Phoenix Film Festival Scottsdale 101 Harkins Theaters (602) 955-6444 www.phoenixfilmfestival.org March 29 through April 5 More than 100 screenings of major studio and independent films, celebrity tributes, seminars, workshops and parties.

Discovery Film Series: Crooked Earth Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org April 13 Award-winning director Sam Pillsbury screens and discusses his film. 8 p.m. $10.

Talk Cinema Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org April 17 Audience members are the critics at this sneak-preview film series. Award-winning indie and foreign films are screened. Harlan Jacobson moderates. 7 p.m. $19.

Golf Four Peaks Rotary Club’s 14th Annual Roy A. Tuttle Golf Tournament Rio Verde Country Club (480) 837-2271 or (480) 251-2638 March 31 The fun begins with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. Prizes galore, buffet luncheon and golf. $125.

Home & Garden 11th Annual Real Gardens for Real People Tour Scottsdale area Cals.arizona.edu/Maricopa/garden/gardentour March 31 Gardens in the Scottsdale area all developed by the owners and not by professional landscapers. Pick up tour maps at Copper Ridge Elementary School. Onsite speakers will answer questions. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $25-$30.

Horses Arizona’s Paint Horse Club’s Spring Fling WestWorld Scottsdale (480) 241-5705 www.azpaints.org 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Free

Region VII All-Arabian Horse Show WestWorld - Scottsdale (480) 312-6802, ext. 3 www.aha7.org April 26-29 700 Arabian horses from across the Southwest compete in English and Western events.

8 a.m.-9 p.m. Free

Motorcycles 16th Annual Arizona Bike Week WestWorld - Scottsdale (480) 704-1142 www. Azbikeweek.com March 28 through April 1 Racing, flat track racing, charity rides, concerts, vendor show, motorcycle demo rides, food, more. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Free.

Music Flamenco Dancing Sofrita - Fountain Hills (480) 816-5613 Every Thursday Music of Brio Flamenco and the Flamenco por la Vida dancers. 6-8 p.m.

Jazz in the Hills Fireside Grill at the Holiday Inn - Fountain Hills (480) 837-4882 (480) 837-9661 Every Friday Fridays, join jazz lovers in an intimate setting for great music and company. Doors open at 6:45 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m. free, donations welcome. Call to confirm event.

Wine and Music Grapeables - Fountain Hills (480) 816-5959 Different musicians play at the local wine shop. Perfect for listening and dancing. 7:30 – 11 p.m. Call for individual performance information.

Live Music on the Sunset Cruise Desert Belle Saguaro Lake Cruises (480) 984-2425 www.desertbelle.com Live music every Friday and Saturday. 5 p.m. Sunset cruise only. $20.

Alpin Hong The MIM - Phoenix (480) 478-6000 www.themim.org March 30 World renowned pianist. 7 p.m. $30-$35.

13th Annual Chandler Jazz Festival Historic Downtown Chandler www.chandleraz.gov/jazz March 30-31 More than 120 musicians. Friday, 5-9:30 p.m.; Saturday, noon-9:30 p.m. Free.

APS Pops Series – An Evening with Rodgers and Hammerstein

Ninth Annual McDowell Mountain Music Festival

Phoenix Symphony Hall (602) 495-1999 www.phoenixsymphony.org March 30 through April 1 Conductor Michael Christie leads the orchestra in this original production specially designed for this collaboration of the most popular Broadway musicals. 8 and 2 p.m.

Scottsdale 101 Plaza (602) 343-0453 www.mmmf.net April 13-15 Eclectic music festival with unique mixture of acts including bluegrass, jazz, rock, reggae and more.

Canyon Records 60th Anniversary Presents: R. Carlos Nakai and Friends The MIM - Phoenix (480) 478-6000 www.themim.org March 31 Native American flutist is joined by guitarist William Eaton and percussionist William Clipman as well as other longtime musical friends.

7 p.m. $35-$40.

Jane Krakowski Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org March 31 Tony Award-winning star of Broadway and “30 Rock.” Backed by a quartet, Krakowski performs a selection of her favorite songs and standards. 8 p.m. $59-$149.

Ocotillo Winds Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org April 6-8 Part of the ASU @ the Center series. ASU School of Music students and faculty perform.

The Rat Pack Phoenix Symphony Hall (602) 495-1999 www.phoenixsymphony.com April 6-8 Three Broadway stage veterans recreate a legendary Sands Hotel performance by Sal Viviano (Frank Sinatra) Nat Chandler (Dean Martin) and Eric Jordan Young (Sammy Davis Jr.). Conducted by Joseph Young. 8 and 2 p.m.

2012 Country Thunder Florence (866) 802-6418 www.countrythunder.com April 12-15 Four days of the hottest country acts including Alan Jackson, Dierks Bentley, Big and Rich and Blake Shelton.

Orfeo ed Euridice Phoenix Symphony Hall (602) 266-7464 www.azopera.org April 13-15 Sets are inspired by the harmony and beauty of Grecian temples by New York’s John Conklin. Italian with English surtitles. 7:30 and 2 p.m.

Tchaikovsky’s Serenade for Strings Musical Instrument Museum - Phoenix http://arizonachamberorchestra.com April 14 The season finale features this lush presentation with Grieg’s Holberg’s Suite. 7 p.m.

29th Annual Glendale’s Jazz and Blues Festival Murphy Park (623) 930-2299 www.visitglendale.com April 14-15 Two stages, one for jazz, the other showcasing blues bands. Food, crafts, wine tasting, children’s activities. Noon-10 p.m. Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday. Free

Bryan Wallick Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org April 15 Part of the Virginia G. Pipe Piano Series featuring this virtuoso pianist. 7:30 p.m.

Phoenix Boys Choir Steele Indian School Park Memorial Park Phoenix (602) 264-5328 www.phoenixboyschoir.org April 19 The choir performs new works, sneak peaks at special repertoire and audience favorites. 5:30 p.m. $10.

Concert on Mill: The Samba Project Tempe www.centerpointonmill April 19 Classic samba pieces as well as capoeira as well as Brazilian funk. 7 p.m. Free

Yo Yo Ma and Kathryn Scott with the Assad Brothers Mesa Arts Center (480) 644-6500 www.mesaartscenter.com April 22 An evening of Latin American music. 7:30 p.m. $50-$110

Paco de Lucia Mesa Arts Center (480) 644-6500 www.mesaartscenter.com April 24 One of the greatest living flamenco guitarists in the world. 7:30 p.m. $52-$67

LET’S GO! April 2012

Nature

Skateboarding

25th annual Rose Society of Glendale Rose Show

Cowtown’s 11th Anniversary PHX AM Skateboard Contest

Glendale http://roseglenaz.com April 2 More than 1,000 blooms on display. 1-4 p.m. Free.

Desert West Skate Park Phoenix (480) 642-2697 www.phxam.com March 31-April 1 International skateboarding contest brings professional and semi-professional skateboarding teams from around the world. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5 for spectators.

Ride into the Fountain Hills Preserve Eagle Ridge Gate - Fountain Hills (480) 837-8290 April 7 This outing is intended for physicallychallenged people to give them the opportunity to visit the Preserve and view the scenic Verde Valley. Off-road enthusiasts will provide transportation. Limited to 20 people on a first-come, first-served basis. 8 a.m.

Edible Desert Plants Eagle Ridge Gate - Fountain Hills April 21 Easy to moderate hike to give people a chance to learn about and taste the harvest from the desert’s “grocery store.” Led by McDowell Mountain Regional Park Interpretive Ranger Amy Ford Burnett. 8 a.m.

Runs / Walks Cave Creek Trail Run Cave Creek by Spur Cross Conservation Ranch www.cavecreektrailrun.com April 7 2K kids, 10K and 5K. 7:30 a.m.

Second Annual Run for Character Thunderbird Paseo Park - Glendale www.elfpromotions.com April 14 5K run/walk, kids’ dash. 8 a.m.

Sabino Canyon Sunset Run Sabino Canyon - Tucson (520) 326-9383 www.azroadrunners.org April 14 Run 7.4 miles from the Visitors Center. 5:45 p.m.

Pat’s Run Sun Devil Stadium - Tempe (480) 507-6754 www.patsrun.com April 21 The annual event starts and finishes at Sun Devil Stadium, with the finish on the 42 yard line in honor of Pat Tillman’s number as an ASU Sun Devil and Arizona Cardinal. The event includes a 4.2 mile run, a 4.2 mile walk and a .42 kid fun run/walk. Free entertainment, food, drinks and carnival-like kids’ area. 7 a.m. $30-$35.

Sports

Arizona Diamondbacks Chase Field - Phoenix (602) 462-4600 http://dbacks.com April 6-8 vs. San Francsico Giants April 16-18 vs. Pittsburgh Pirates April 19-22 vs. Atlanta Braves April 23-25 vs. Philadelphia Phillies

Ninth Annual Desert Ice Bonspiel Alltel Ice Den www.coyotecurling.com April 20-22 Some 24 curling teams from the U.S. and Canada will participate in the tournament.

Theater School House Rock Live Broadway Palm Dinner Theater Children’s Theater (480) 325-6700 www.broadwaypalmwest.com Through March 30 A pop culture phenomenon comes to the musical stage. Kid-friendly luncheon buffet.

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella Greasepaint Youtheatre - Scottsdale (602) 889-7609 www.greasepaint.org Through April 1 An audience favorite with lovely music, sets, costumes and story. 7 p.m. Fridays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. $12.

Gypsy Phoenix Theatre http://phoenixtheatre.com Through April 1 One of the great American musicals. Follows the dreams and desires of Mama Rose as she lives out her life onstage through her two daughters.

Chapters: A Primer on Drug Awareness Fountain Hills Youth Theater (480) 837-9661 www.fhct.org Through April 1

This year’s Y.A.B.O.Y. production by FHYT Artistic Director Ross Collins. The show is being done in partnership with Fountain Hills Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition.

Fridays and Saturdays, 7 p.m.; Sundays, 2 p.m. $15.

The Blessings of a Broken Heart John Paul Theatre Phoenix College Campus (602) 264-0402 www.azjewishtheatre.org Through April 1 Drama and a stunning true story of a young American mother who moves her family from Maryland to the wilderness of Israel in search of meaning and adventure, only to be immersed in the storm of a 3,000-year-old struggle.

Me and My Girl Broadway Palm Dinner Theater - Mesa (480) 325-6700 www.broadwaypalmwest.com Through April 8 The Earl of Hareford has died leaving no apparent heir. The family has gathered, waiting for the news of how the earl is splitting his estate. Hilarity ensues. $22-$49.

The Great Gatsby Herberger Theater Center - Phoenix (602) 256-6995 www.arizonatheatre.org Through April 8 Arizona premiere in this first authorized adaptation since 1926, Simon Levy brings the humor, irony, pathos and loveliness of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s American classic to the stage.

7:30, 8 and 2 p.m. $32-$69.

The Altar Boyz Desert Stages - Scottsdale (480) 483-1664 www.desertstages.org Through May 20 The story of a struggling Christian boyband trying to make it big in New York City.

Fridays and Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.; Sundays, 2 p.m. $22.

Lend Me a Tenor Fountain Hills Theater (480) 837-9661, ext. 3 www.fhct.org April 6-22 This outrageous farce takes the audience to the Cleveland Grand Opera where the worldfamous tenor Tito Morelli is about to perform.

Until he takes a double dose of tranquilizers…

Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. $25

Ragtime the Musical Mesa Arts Center (480) 644-6500 www.mesaencoretheatre.com April 6-22 Based on E.L. Doctorow’s novel showing a

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A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline Broadway Palm Dinner Theater Mesa (480) 325-6700 www.broadwaypalmwest.com April 12 through May 26 The story of Patsy Cline, whose humble Virginia beginnings made way for her stardom at the Grand Ole Opry, Las Vegas and Carnegie Hall. More than 20 of Cline’s hits are featured. $22-$49.

How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying Desert Stages - Scottsdale (480) 483-1664 www.desertstages.org April 13 through May 12 A young window cleaner follows the advice of a how-to book and rises rapidly to the top of the heap using questionable business practices. Fridays, Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, 2 p.m. $$22.

Much Ado about Nothing Mesa Arts Center (480) 644-6500 www.swshakespeare.org April 19 through May 5 The audience is asked to look beneath the surface of love to find its true nature and past human frailty to humility and forgiveness. By the Southwest Shakespeare Company. $12.50$33.50.

The Colors of Stars Tempe Center for the Arts (480) 350-2822 http://childsplayaz.org April 22 through May 27 A story about a little girl who goes on a quest to learn more about her grandfather. For ages eight and up. 1 and 4 p.m. $15-$25.

Dream a Little Dream Phoenix Theatre http://phoenixtheatre.com April 25 through May 20 Follows the tumultuous career of the famed Rock ‘n’ Roll group as told through the eyes of the “other” pap, Danny Doherty. $25-$62.

11th Annual Phoenix Improv Festival Herberger Theatre Center Phoenix (602) 252-8497 www.phoeniximprovfestival.com April 28 Comedy teams from around the country, and local improv comedy troupes participate. $10-$15.

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