Let's Go in the Northeast Valley - March 2012

The Northeast Valley Dining Guide

LET’S GO! February 2012

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Northeast Valley

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To clarify and to get serious There are a couple of things I want to clarify about my column last month (concerning the car plug-in device to get a feel for how you drive).

The apparatus really isn’t a tracking device. It tells you each time you drive and how many miles you go, but it can’t figure out all by itself where you are. So you are safe to get to Baskin-Robbins for ice cream at 9 o’clock in the morning. Nobody will know except you.

I also have been told that the device is a little sensitive to braking, so according to the device I am a hard braker (not heartbreaker…two different things).

Braking hard is not really a personality problem, and it doesn’t really reflect on my good driving. It does kind of hurt my feelings that my computer report says I am a chronic hard braker, but I will live with the results.

I had this conversation with my insurance agent who read my column and assured me that I can calm down and just drive. He also said I am welcome to remove the device and have no hope for a discount based on my merely on my good driving record. I’ve decided to keep it plugged in. My agent is a nice guy, and he gives me good advice. Sometimes I just need to quit trying to be funny. I’ll bet Tina Fey doesn’t try to be funny every minute. *** Since I’m going to be more serious this month, I have several things you

need to consider doing. March is incredibly packed with events. So packed that I couldn’t even fit everything in to the pages of Let’s Go! So I’m using this space to tell you about some seriously cool stuff to do. *** The tradition of turning the Fountain emerald green will be a highlight at noon Saturday, March 17. St. Patrick’s Day festivities start at 10 a.m. and end at 6 p.m.

Enjoy music, corned beef and cabbage and a beer garden coordinated by sponsors AMVETS and the VFW. Art on the Avenue will be on the Avenue of the Fountains that day, too. *** The FHYT Fable Troupe is back to retell favorite fables and fairytales.

The troupe performs “Beyond the Storybook” monthly at Fountain Hills Theater. Shows are scheduled for Saturdays at 10 a.m. March 17, April 7 and May 19.

FHYT Fable Troupe performs at Fountain Hills Youth Theater, 11445 N. Saguaro Blvd. Seating is first-come, first-served.

Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted. *** The Professional Disc Golf Association’s 2012 National Tour opens in Fountain Hills Wednesday, Feb. 29.

Competitors from around the world will converge on the Fountain Hills course at Fountain Park and at Vista del Camino Park in Scottsdale. Both professional and amateur disc golfers vie for thousands of dollars in prize money. The first professional round is set for 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, in Scottsdale, while amateurs begin their play in Fountain Hills at the same time.

Finals are set for Saturday at 7:30 a.m. in Fountain Hills. An awards ceremony takes place at the end of the tourney with a live concert following awards presentations. *** I think if you can’t find something to do in March, you’re not trying hard enough.

Call me if you can’t figure out something to do. There’s more where these came from.

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LET’S GO! March 2012 Pianist Bruce Hornsby appears at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Saturday, March 10, in an 8 p.m. show.Tickets are $39 and $49 and are available online at www.scottsdale performingarts. org, or through the Patron Services Box Office, (480) 499-8587.

Hornsby will perform as a solo act.

Scottsdale Arts Fest set Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts presents the 42nd annual Scottsdale Arts Festival March 9-11 at Scottsdale Civic Center Park.

The festival features nearly 200 jury-selected artists, along with a dozen gourmet food trucks from the Phoenix Street Food Coalition. More than 20 Arizona bands and performers will provide continuous live music on two stages.

Admission to the festival is $7 for adults and $5 for students. Children under 12 are admitted free. Advance tickets may be purchased online at www.scottsdaleartsfestival.org, or by calling (480) 499-8587.

Proceeds benefit the programs of Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.

The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Friday and Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Concerts in Fountain Park slated for Sundays in March

March is the perfect time of year to enjoy the great outdoors surrounded by music.

Fountain Hills Community Services is sponsoring Sunday in the Park this year for just that purpose. Each Sunday in March features a different band. Music will play from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Admission is free.

Visitors are invited to bring blankets, chairs, food, family and friends. Concerts will be held at Fountain Park Amphitheater.

The lineup for the month: Scott Hallock Band, March 4; Mike Breen and Back at the Ranch, March 11; Masaico Flamenco, March 18; and Dirt Music Express, March 25.

Desert Stages is busy throughout March.

The Scottsdale theater continues its run in the Children’s Theater of Alice in Wonderland (through March 25), Cullity Hall’s The Pillowman (through March 4) and the starting of Actor’s Café’s The Altar Boyz.

Alice in Wonderland is filled with theater founder Gerry Cullity. His original music and lyrics drive the story of this children’s classic by Lewis Carroll. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 1 and 3 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance.

The Pillowman is a spellbinding stunner about a writer in a totalitarian country

who has been dragged in for questioning and probable torture by the police. The plot twists and turns keep the audience ready for more – and less. Final performances are Friday, March 2, and Saturday, March 3, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 4 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $22 in advance.

The Alter Boyz opens March 23 in Actor’s Café. The story is about a struggling Christian boy-band trying to make it big in New York City. Shows are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $22 in advance.

Desert Stages is located at 4720 N. Scottsdale Rd. in Scottsdale. Call (480) 483-1664, or visit www.desertstages.org for ticket information.

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Tour d´Artistes 2012 A self guided tour of working Studios and Local Galleries where you can interact with the artists as they explain their processes and what inspires them to create art. Set in a spectacular vista of beautiful Fountain Hills.

Performing in Crazy for You at Fountain Hills Theater include Amy Powers and Alex Gonzalez, standing, and Paul Pedersen and Heth’r Brady.

FHT continues run of ‘Crazy for You’ Fountain Hills Theater continues its run of Crazy for You, a “new” Gershwin musical.

The show opened in February and continues until March 11 at the local theater, 11445 N. Saguaro Blvd. Performances are Thursday, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Make reservations by calling (480) 837-9661, ext. 3, or visiting www.fhtaz.org.

Crazy for You is a Gershwin extravaganza filled with song and dance. The audience

will be swept up in the tale of boy-meetsgirl in the Wild West. The couple at first clashes, but ultimately they fall in love to memorable Gershwin tunes which include “Someone to Watch over Me,” “I’ve Got Rhythm” and “But Not for Me.” Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for children 17 and younger.

Crazy for You is produced by Patricia Tonzi and directed by Peter J. Hill. The show is presented with the support of The Town of Fountain Hills.

Purim observed March 2 Beth Hagivot congregation will hold a combined Purim service with members of Desert Foothills Jewish Community Association March 2.

The service will be held at The Fountains – A United Methodist Church – starting at 7:30 p.m. Members of the two congregations also will celebrate the birthdays of Marty Brown and Ted Weiss.

The Purim service will be led by Cantor Shira Batalion. Purim is among the happiest of Jewish holidays. Based on the Book of Esther, the story is about Mordechai and Esther who defeated the wicked Haman,

who tried to destroy the Jews in ancient Persia. On Purim, the Book of Esther is read, and there is a festive family meal.

Customs also include sending baskets of sweets and fruit to friends and giving money to the poor. Celebrants also wear costumes and participate in parades and plays to characterize the celebration.

For more information about the service, call (480) 650-3061.

The Fountains Pastor David Felton will deliver the sermon March 23. Cantor Batalion will lead a service at the Methodist Church in April.

Date: Time: Place: Admission:

March 24-25, 2012 10am - 4pm 14 Studios, 3 Galleries, and 35 Artists $20 per person good for both days

Your Passport, Map/Ticket, is available for sale from January 15 to March 25, 2012 from Retailers & Merchants around twon and from members of the FH Art League.

Tickets will also be sold the days of the event at Fountainview Village, 16455 E. Ave of the Fountains, along with opportunities to win a collaborative art piece, 50/50 draw, and other prizes.

• Raise monies for scholarships for Fountain Hills High School Senior Art Students who wish to advance their studies in the arts • Give monies to Fountain Hills Charter School and Fountain Hills Middle School to help promote art and art education, trips, and artists in residence.

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Eggstravaganza brings egg-citement for kids Children seven and younger want to be on time to the annual Eggstravaganza.

That’s because it takes less than two minutes for the hundreds of children who attend to collect some 15,000 eggs. The event starts promptly at 9 a.m. Saturday, March 31.

The Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast precedes the egg hunt at 8 a.m. Both activities take place at Golden Eagle Park. In the event of rain or bad field conditions, the event will be held Saturday, April 7, at the same time.

Hoppy Bunny will serve as Master of Ceremonies and will be joined by Clucky the Chicken.

Prior to the main event at 9, the Kiwanis will be at the park for the popular pancake breakfast. Additionally during the morning, Fountain Hills Fire Department will have fire trucks for children to climb on and firemen to answer questions. Inflatable bouncers also will be on hand to add to the fun.

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The show is from March 23 through 25, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Admission is $3 for those 18 and older. Fountain Hills residents receive complimentary admission.

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Fountain Hills Library All Maricopa County Library District libraries will be closed Friday, March 23, for staff training and development.

They will return to regular hours the following day.

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.

The Fountain Hills library is starting some new programs in March

Children

Happily Ever after on Thursday March 1, 8, 15, 22 – 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. “Shapes” is the theme for February. Conference Room.

Writing Box Thursdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 4-5 p.m.

Words can be explored in many different ways. One example is doodling.

The Writing Box sessions will help participants explore different kinds of doodling and self-expression. Some of the works will be published in a doodling book. For ages 9-12. Conference Room.

Once upon a Monday March 5, 12, 19, 26 – 10-11 a.m.

Preschoolers are invited each Monday for stories, activities and crafts. The theme this month is “Preschool Concepts.”

Conference Room.

Knowing and Growing-Stay & Play Tuesdays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 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.

Irish Dance Saturday, March 10, 10-11 a.m.

A fast-paced and fun workshop by Rebecca Rabideau will introduce children of all ages to the music and movement of Ireland. Children will learn to execute basic dance steps to traditional music.

Learn about costuming and music of both traditional and contemporary Irish dance.

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Lightbulb Lab Saturday, March 10, 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 “Plan Life.”

My Quiet Times—Kevin Roth Monday, March 26, 10-11 a.m.

Kevin Roth from the PBS show Shining Time Station will sing, read and sign to introduce and promote stories and songs from the children’s book series The Tales of Wabby. A selection of Mother Goose Classics also will be performed during the program. For children three to five.

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Jerry Sieve Photography Display Thursday, March 1-Tuesday, March 13 during normal library hours.

In celebration of Arizona’s Centennial, Jerry Sieve displays his collection of southwest photography.

E-Device Support Saturdays, March 3, 17, 31, 12:30-2 p.m.

Volunteers will assist people with portable devices who want to learn downloading library items to e-readers, tablets, smartphones and other e-devices.

Music in the Library with classical guitarist Peter Fletcher Saturday, March 10, 2-3 p.m.

Peter Fletcher is in demand as a performer at cultural venues throughout the country including Carnegie Hall.

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Clock show returns to Fountain Hills in March What might be considered in horological circles as the equivalent of a premier classic car show returns March 9 and 10 to the Community Center.

The Arizona Sunshine Regional members of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors will buy, sell, trade and educate the public about timepieces

on Friday and Saturday, March 9 and 10.

Pocket watches, wristwatches, tools, all types of clocks including grandfather and novelty clocks through the ages will be displayed.

Dan Walliser is general convention chair. The host chapter is Valley of the Sun 112, cohosted by Keywinders of Arizona

Get antiques appraised at annual museum event The L. Alan Cruikshank River of Time Museum has set its annual Antiques Appraisal Day for Sunday, March 4.

The event will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. near Centennial Circle near the front entrance to the museum and library.

Volunteer appraisers will be on hand to help determine the market value of cut glass, U.S. coins and stamps, Native American rugs, pottery, jewelry and baskets. Other items can include gold and silver items, Asian art, vintage firearms (WWII and earlier), pre-1900 clocks, rare books, estate and costume jewelry, colored or clear glass, china and furniture.

Appraisals are $10 for up to two items,

then $5 for each additional item. Admission is free. New this year is a sign-up system to help customers estimate wait times.

Additionally, food, soft drinks and water will be available for sale, along with entertainment. All of the day’s proceeds will benefit the museum.

The museum store will be open during the event to give customers a chance to browse hand-crafted Native American jewelry, books, original arts and photos and items celebrating Arizona and the Centennial.

The museum is located at 12901 N. LaMontana Blvd.

46 and Southern Arizona 113. This marks the fourth year for the organization to meet in Fountain Hills.

The first day is reserved for association members only. A feature is a mart from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., followed by a dinner at 7 p.m. in the host hotel, Holiday Inn. The public can attend from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday. Admission is $10 per person. Children 18 and younger are admitted free. Waliser suggests that guests visit as early as possible after the 9 a.m. opening before exhibitors pack up their displays.

Community Band to perform Fountain Hills Community Band will perform its last two shows of the season in March.

The group joins the Fountain Hills Middle School Band, under the direction of Lynn Truby, Tuesday, March 6 at 6:30 p.m. The Community Band, led by Dale Larson, and the school group will perform at the middle school, 15414 N. McDowell Mountain Rd. The final performance by the Community Band is set for Tuesday, March 27, at 7 p.m. The performance will be held at Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church, 13001 N. Fountain Hills Blvd.

Fountain Hills Womens Club Presents Glitz and Glamour luncheon and Fashion Show by Kay Kinder’s Fountain Fashions Saturday, March 24th 2012 Radisson Fort Mcdowell Resort & Spa 10438 N. Fort McDowell Road Cash Bar 11am • Lunch 12 pm • Fashion Show 1pm All profits go to High School and Local Charities

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O’Flynn Senior Activity Center The John O’Flynn Senior Activity Center has special events planned for March.

The activity center is located in the Fountain Hills Community Center, 13001 N. LaMontana Drive. Call (480) 816-5226.

It provides hundreds of opportunities each year. The center has an annual membership fee of $17 effective Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, 2012, which entitles members to participate in many activities. Membership is not limited to “seniors.” All adults 18 and over are eligible for membership.

Upcoming events follow:

Special Presentations

Arthritis presentation by Schultz Chiropractic Clinic, Thursday, March 8, 1-2 p.m. Free for members; $3 for nonmembers. Course #5954.

Heard Museum: Phoenix Indian School, Wednesday, March 14, 2-3 p.m.

Free for members; $3 for non-members.

Course # 5932 How to Protect Yourself Against Fraud, Thursday, March 15, noon-1:30 p.m. $3 nonmembers. Course #5948 Transplant Seminar by Banner Good Samaritan Hospital, Wednesday, March 21, 11 a.m.-noon. $3 for non-members.

Course #5947.

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gist Zaki Lababidi, Thursday, March 29, noon-1 p.m. $3 for nonmembers. Course #5938.

Health Talk by Spooner & Shaft, Tuesday, March 27, 9:15-9:45 a.m. Topic is “Golf Flexibility and Function.” $3 for nonmembers. Course #5935

Regular Activities

Activity Center membership is required for these activities.

Monthly:

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

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

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

Desert Beekeepers, A Sherlock Holmes Book Club, Friday, March 9, 3-5 p.m. “The Noble Bachelor.”

Scrabble Club, Every Wednesday, 1-4 p.m.

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.

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The Lorax The world of Dr. Seuss comes to life when the Lorax helps a lovesick youngster try to win the heart of his lady fair.

Starring(voices): Danny DeVito, Ed Helms, Betty White Genre: Animated MPAA Rating: PG for mild language.

Tim and Eric’$ Billion Dollar Movie A couple of would-be movie directors squander their billion dollar budget and find themselves on the run from some violent Hollywood executives..

Starring: John C. Reilly, Will Ferrell, Zach Galifianakis Genre: Comedy/Horror MPAA Rating: R for strong language, comic violence and graphic nudity.

March 9 Silent House When a girl finds herself trapped in a lake house with increasingly terrifying events occurring around her, the audience is brought along for the ride in an ambitious horror film shot in one uninterrupted shot.

Starring: Elizabeth Olsen Genre: Thrills/Horror MPAA Rating: g R.

John Carter A Civil War vet finds himself in the midst of a new and strange war when he arrives on the battle-scarred surface of Mars.

Starring: Taylor Kitsch Genre: Sci-Fi MPAA Rating: PG for action/violence.

In the near future, each of 12 districts must hold a lottery to subject one young boy or girl to a televised fight to the death.

Starring: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Woody Harrelson Genre: Action, Drama MPAA Rating: Rating pending.

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21 Jump Street Officer Tom Hanson is assigned to an elite group of young undercover cops in this adaptation of the hit TV show.

Starring: Channing Tatum, Jonah Hill, Johnny Depp Genre: Comedy MPAA Rating: Rating pending.

Goon With dreams of playing amateur hockey, a former bouncer is recruited when he accidentally puts a royal beatdown on an ice-bound criminal. Now all he has to do is learn how to skate. And play hockey.

Starring: Seann William Scott Genre: Comedy MPAA Rating: R for brutal violence and language.

Casa de Mi Padre When Armando Alvarez’s takes over his father’s Mexican farm and falls on hard times, his brother offers to save the day with boatloads of cash. The cash, it turns out, comes from a drug deal gone wrong, and now the brothers must defend their home from the most dangerous drug lord Mexico has ever known.

Starring: Will Ferrell Genre: Comedy MPAA Rating: R for bloody violence and language.

March 23 The Hunger Games

Mirror Mirror A reimagining of Snow White in which a banished princess must call upon seven rebels to help her take back her kingdom from an evil queen.

Starring: Julia Roberts Genre: Comedy MPAA Rating: PG for fantasy violence and rude humor.

Intruders Little has been revealed about this film save that it centers on a young girl who must face her childhood demons.

Starring: Clive Owen Genre: Thriller MPAA Rating: R for terror, violence, sexuality, nudity and language.

Wrath of the Titans Taking place 10 years after Perseus’ defeat of the Kraken, the warrior must return to arms in order to save Zeus from the underworld and overthrow the legendary Titans.

Starring: Sam Worthington, Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes Genre: Adventure/Fantasy MPAA Rating: PG-13 for violence.

My Picks With the holidays all wrapped up and the summer blockbuster season still a couple of months away, March offers something as a lull when it comes to big budget titles everyone can get excited for.

For families in need of a fun night out, to make the kids both scream and shout, to feast on soda and pop—You know what, I better just stop right there. There’s no way I can rhyme anything with “Lorax.”

But for those readers with a Seussian itch that needs scratching, the March 2 release of The Lorax certainly seems like a solid bet. The animation looks great, Danny DeVitto leads the voice cast, and it’s from the studio behind Despicable Me. Those are all good signs in my book.

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Experienced Alaskan bush pilots fly the nine-passenger Cessna Caravan up the Salt River, over the lakes and up the canyon to their destination: Roosevelt Lake.

After setting the pontoon-equipped seaplane down on the lake, the return flight provides an up close aerial look at Four Peaks and the rugged wilderness of the Superstition Mountains.

Carl Zink is a third generation pilot who sat in the cockpit as a toddler and learned from his father and grandfather to negotiate the rugged Alaskan backcountry in all kinds of weather.

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Zink is one of two pilots who trade off-duty flying the Arizona tour.

The Apache Trail tour flight gives visitors a unique look at one of the most rugged areas of the desert. Passengers get a top down view of the Fountain in Fountain Hills as well as the Salt River Lakes, Four Peaks and the Superstition Mountains.

A guide provides information about the Salt River lakes and the construction of Roosevelt Dam and bridge.

There are stories of the amethyst mine high up in Four Peaks. The Superstitions are filled with legends and spectacular scenery. Passengers will hear the story of the Dutchman’s Lost Gold as they fly over Weaver’s Needle, one of the key landmarks the Dutchman used to identify the location of the gold.

The legend of the “Spires” in the Superstitions is also related on the tour.

Passengers will also get a view of numerous native ruins and a possible glimpse of wildlife that includes mountain goats in the rugged terrain.

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Jeff Dayton helps close series The final concerts in Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church’s Entertainment Series have been scheduled.

“Hometown boy” Jeff Dayton stars with Highway Legends Tuesday, March 6. Dayton, who lived in Fountain Hills in 1970s and ‘80s has played with Glen Campbell, Lee Greenwood and Kenny Chesney. He will be joined by Mike and T, who played with Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers, The Judds, Hank Williams Jr., Charlie Rich and Jerry Reed.

The event is a four-person presentation of music and stories from people who have traveled the country with legendary superstars in country music.

The final show of the season is set for Tuesday, March 20, when “These Three Jeff Dayton Tenors,” starring Michael Crouse, Thomas Stallone

and Rinaldo Toglia perform. This toprated act in the Entertainment Series first was featured in 2010. The singers, three of the greatest voices in New York City, have played to audiences throughout the country, always garnering The Three Tenors rave reviews.

Both shows start at 7 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church, 13001 N. Fountain Hills Blvd.

For ticket availability, call (480) 8371763. Prices range from $10 to $20, depending on seat location. Tickets can be purchased at the church office from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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The Entertainment Series has been an ongoing event in Fountain Hills for 12 years. Shows start in January and continue through March each year. Future shows will be announced.

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SEAPLANE (cont. from page 12)

With an interest in the backcountry hunting and fishing activities in Alaska, Currier became a partner in Island Air Express out of Ketchikan along the southern inside passage of the state.

The company was flying charters to a hunting lodge and eventually expanded to a regular passenger service in the area.

Island Air Express is one of the only short flight services in Alaska that flies using Instrument Flight Rules allowing them to fly above the weather and offer more consistent service in the area.

Currier said about a year ago they began to think about how to put their resources, planes and pilots, to better use during the winter months.

Living in Arizona Currier used to fly the route up the Salt River with his family

for recreation. Currier said. He thought a tour flight might be something that would catch on with visitors to the Valley during the winter.

They set up shop at the Scottsdale Airport with a passenger lounge in the Southwest Jet Corporate Center. In September 2011 they flew one of their planes down from Alaska and started the flights.

The tours last about 90 minutes and can be scheduled to depart every two hours between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. daily.

Currier said they are considering ways to expand the service such as leaving passengers on the docks at Roosevelt so they can take some of the ground tours available or just visit with a picnic along the shores.

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Bikes thundering to valley for Bike Week in March Commemorating Arizona’s centennial with some 3,000 motorcycles riding from Mesa to Phoenix was the unofficial start of Arizona’s Bike Week.

The state made a motorcycle the official mascot for the centennial celebration.

One of the country’s premier custom builders, Paul Yaffe, is from Phoenix, and he designed the Copper Chopper. The bike, unveiled at the Arizona State Fair in October 2010, spent the next 15 months on display at every type of special event

imaginable, including at the 2011 Bike Week.

The centennial celebration continues with this year’s Bike Week, which starts with pre-rally days March 23 through 27 and Cyclefest events starting March 28 continuing through April 1. Events are held throughout the valley, with Bike Week Cyclefest headquarters at WestWorld in Scottsdale.

Pre-rally events officially kick off Friday, March 23, at the World Famous

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Speedwagon, who plays Friday, March 30, and Tesla Saturday, March 31.Sons of Anarchy will put in a special appearance Sunday, Arpil 1, from 1 to 5 p.m. and TNT closes out the week at 4 p.m. TNT is the definitive AC/DC Tribute Band.

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Finding the funny

duty headliner making frequent appearances around the valley. He has performed at Standup Live and the Tempe Improv.

Bryan Ricci has the New York accent and sounds as if he were raised on those same streets. He has stories about his family and his experiences as a teacher that make for honest laughs. Bryan has made several trips for the USO entertaining our troops overseas. He has frequently opened for D.L. Hughley in venues across the country. When he is in town, he most frequently performs as a feature or headliner at the Tempe Improv and will be featured there for Gilbert Gottfried March 16 and 17.

Ken and Brady’s One Man Show is not easily described. It is the only two-man act going in the valley to my knowledge.

Part Laurel and Hardy, part Abbott and Costello and a little bit of Martin and Lewis all rolled into one, these guys will have you smiling quickly and applauding loudly with a finale that brings down the house every time. They have also performed in Los Angeles and San Francisco.

These days they perform at various venues with no single home club.

The last comic is the very handsome (according to him), Chris Bennett. He moved to California to make it and even appeared on the Jimmy Kimmel show. He is back now and part of numerous shows at Hidden House, the Film Bar and the Speakeasy Comedy Lounge. His humor is silly and nice accompanied by great comic faces and movements. He seldom disappoints his audiences.

The best way to follow any of these acts is to find them on Facebook and friend them. They are all pretty good about posting their next appearance. But, if you happen to see their name on a flyer for a local show, make a point of going. Someday, you may be able to say, that you saw their act when they were still just some local guys in Phoenix before they became an overnight success.

by Bob Howard Some of My Favorite Locals As good as it is to know where to find the funny, it also helps to know who can bring the funny with them. There are actually quite a few local acts that routinely bring laughter to the room but may never get the national presence they really deserve. But, you just never know because a few breaks in the right places and they may become the next big comedy sensation.

Here are a few of the folks who have always made me laugh, and I would not hesitate to recommend them to all audiences.

Jay Penn has been a winner of quite a few local comedy contests. He has a rocket delivery, and his routines about his family life are non-stop laughter. Whether the subject is potty training or pregnancy tests, he will have you grinning from ear to ear. He works in the finance department of a local car dealer by day, but he is a top-notch headliner and frequent feature at many shows. You are most likely to run into him at the Comedy Spot in Scottsdale.

Travis Thurman draws on his training in improv and his natural singing and dance moves to put on a very entertaining set. He also incorporates a number of impersonations in his act. When you see him, you will immediately recognize him as the star of many local commercials such as Circle K and that late night commercial for payday lenders. Though he works for a beer distributor by day, he is another heavy

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It’s Spring Training again Giants, Diamondbacks and Rockies are our Home Teams

by Charlie Vascellaro Special for Let’s Go! There’s an old photograph of the New York Giants taking the field for the Cactus

League opener in 1955 as they run under a banner that welcomed the reigning World Series champions back to Phoenix for the spring training season.

The image has made the rounds in various publications as a reference point in stories on the history of spring training baseball in Arizona, a high point for one of the Cactus League’s founding franchises.

I was reminded of that photo in the weeks and months that followed the San Francisco Giants’ surprising 2010 World Series victory and wondered how the team might re-create this historic image for its

Cactus League opener in 2011.

Appropriately, the Giants vs. the Arizona Diamondbacks on February 25 was the only game on the schedule for Opening Day. Beginning the new season as reigning champions carries different connotations and elicits different sentiments than the typical hope-springs-eternal mantras being echoed by every other team prior to Opening Day. Spring training and the first few weeks of the regular season afford the reigning championship club and its fans some time to puff out their chests and celebrate the previous year’s accomplishment.

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If starting the season as reigning champions is a cause for celebration, it also carries expectations. And although teams rarely repeat as World Series winners, you can’t win two-in-a-row without winning one first.

With the exception of infielders Edgar Renteria and Juan Uribe, the Giants brought back most of the players that got them to the World Series, including the one-two punch of starting pitchers Tim Lincecum and Matt Cain, the rest of the staff that led the National League with a 3.36 ERA in 2010 and a Rookie of the Year, catcher Buster Posey.

And so, on Opening Day of the Cactus League season at Scottsdale Stadium last year, there was no reason not to believe we were looking at the upcoming season’s eventual National League western division champions. We just probably didn’t expect it would be the visiting Diamondbacks.

The relatively anonymous Diamondbacks’ $53.6 million payroll was less than half of the $118.1 million that the Giants were shelling out and was 25th among 30 major league teams. Conversely, the Giants’ payroll was eighth highest in the majors. (cont. on page 17)

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In his first full season at the helm, Kirk Gibson earned Manager of the Year honors, guiding a spirited group of overachievers to the biggest turnaround in franchise history, as the Arizona Diamondbacks captured the team’s fifth NL West division title in 14 years. The Diamondbacks’ 94-68 record was a 29-game improvement from the previous year and followed two consecutive last-place finishes.

The Diamondbacks were a reflection of Gibson’s own gritty workman-like approach to the game and played better as a whole than the sum of the team’s parts.

The Diamondbacks’ .253 team battingaverage was tied for ninth-best in the league, likewise the pitching staff ’s 3.81 ERA. On paper the team looked like it should have finished somewhere in the middle of the pack and not necessarily as division champion.

Players like third baseman Ryan Roberts and catcher Miguel Montero were emblematic of the team’s personality.

Roberts, a 30-year-old journeyman utility infielder, cracked the starting lineup and made the most of his first full season hitting a career-high 19 home runs with 65 RBI in 143 games (cont. on page 18)

Diamondback Catcher Miguel Montero signs autographs during a Spring Training game last year.

(Photo by John Antonoff)

Spring training begins (cont. from page 16)

Florida Marlins outfielder Scott Cousins in a bone-breaking collision at the plate While the Giants were the popular pre- on May 25, bringing an end to his season, season pick in the National League West, and although the Giants remained in the once the season was under way some of hunt through August, they were a different the magic and luster of the previous year team without him.

The nucleus of the Giants’ squad, which seemed to be missing. Ace hurler Lincecum pitched as well, if not better, than the is its pitching staff, remains mostly intact: previous season but did not get much run left-handed pitcher Jonathan Sanchez, support. First baseman Aubrey Huff was struggled through an injury-plagued handsomely rewarded for his contribu- campaign and was dealt to the Kansas City tions to the 2010 championship club with Royals for outfielder Melky Cabrera. The a two-year, $22 million contract extension, Giants also acquired outfielder Angel Pagan from the New York but saw his offensive production plummet “The Diamondbacks were a Mets for relief pitcher in 2011. The Giants reflection of Gibson’s own Ramon Ramirez and .242 team batting- gritty workman-like approach outfielder Andres Torres. Both Melky and average was down 15 points from the previ- to the game and played better Pagan should shore ous season and second as a whole than the sum of up the Giants’ offense.

Perhaps the team’s bigworst in the National the team’s parts.” gest off-season move League. was re-signing LinceWithout the vetercum to a two-year, an presence of proven $40.5 million extenwinners Renteria and Uribe, the Giants also seemed to be lack- sion. With any luck the Giants should ing in spiritual chemistry, but perhaps the figure to be in the mix in the NL West, defining moment of the season came when which could see as many as four teams in catcher Brian Posey was barreled over by the hunt with the lone exception being San

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Justin Upton takes the field.

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Training (cont. from page 16)

Montero also rose to the occasion, reaching career highs across the board with 18 home runs, 86 RBI and a .282 average and was voted to the All-Star game in his busiest season to date.

Despite the team’s lack of marquee recognition, the Diamondbacks had legitimate candidates for both the NL Cy Young and MVP awards. Pitcher Ian Kennedy rebounded from a 9-10 record in 2010 after two-and-half sparse and disappointing seasons with the New York Yankees, leading the National League with an .840 winning percentage. Kennedy tied for the league lead with 21 wins against just four losses, reached career highs with

222 innings pitched and 198 strikeouts and finished fourth in Cy Young award voting.

In his fifth big league season, and still just 23, outfielder Justin Upton reached career-highs with 31 home runs, 88 RBI, 105 runs scored, 39 doubles and 21 stolen bases. Upton was voted to his second All-Star game and received his first Silver Slugger award (given to the best offensive player at each position; Upton was one of three outfielders) and finished fourth in NL MVP voting.

After battling back from a two-gamesto-none deficit in the best of five National League Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers, midnight finally fell on the Cinderella Diamondbacks on a walk-off single by Nyjer Morgan in the 10th inning of game five. With the exception of acquiring right-handed pitcher

Trevor Cahill from the Oakland A’s, the of the season.

Left-handed pitcher Jorge De La Rosa Diamondbacks made few off-season roster moves and will hope that last year was not won his first four starts, but Jimenez did not record a victory until June 1 and was a fluke.

The Diamondbacks share the spec- dealt to the Cleveland Indians a couple of tacular Salt River Fields facility with their weeks after the All-Star break.

The Rockies’ 38-37 record on June 24th division rival and long-time spring training neighbor, The Colorado Rockies. Two would mark the last time the team would of the three most recent expansion teams be above .500.

Helton rebounded to form in the first in the National League, the Rockies and Diamondbacks, until last year, spent every half of the season, hitting 10 home runs spring training season of their existence in with a .321 average, but suffered with a chronic sore back after the All-Star break.

Tucson.

Tulowitzki led the Rockies in all three If the Diamondbacks played over their heads and were the most surprising team of the Triple Crown categories, knocking in the NL west last year, then the Rockies in 30 home runs with 105 RBI and a .305 were the division’s biggest disappoint- average.

De La Rosa was 5-2 in his first 10 ment. All of the pieces seemed to be in starts of the season the right place for the Rockies, with a core “The Diamondbacks share the when he suffered a tear of his nucleus built around spectacular Salt River Fields complete ulnar collateral ligathree of the game’s facility with their division rival ment while pitching brightest young stars.

Pitcher Ubaldo Jiand long-time spring training against Arizona on May 24, requiring menez was coming off a career-best 19-8 neighbor, The Colorado Rockies.” Tommy John surgery that will keep him record with a 2.88 sidelined until May ERA in 2010. Center or June this year. fielder Carlos GonThe Rockies cleaned house during the zalez also enjoyed the best season of his brief career to date, leading the National off season, parting ways with outfielder League with a .336 average and 197 hits Seth Smith, infielders Ty Wigginton and in 2010, and finishing third in MVP vot- Jose Lopez and catcher Chris Ianneta; ing. After three-and-a-half full seasons, adding free agents outfielder Michael shortstop Troy Tulowitzki had established Cuddyer, third baseman Casey Blake and himself among baseball’s best all-around catcher Ramon Hernandez; and trading players. Veteran first baseman and face of for infielder Marco Scutaro. Right-handed the franchise Todd Helton, a .323 hitter in pitcher Jeremey Guthrie was acquired in his 15-year career, was looking to rebound a trade from Baltimore for pitchers Jason Hammel and Matt Lindstrom. from an injury-plagued 2010 campaign.

The new-look Rockies should figure The Rockies got off to a good start, winning eight of the first 10 games, and to be improved and contend in the widewere in first place for the first six weeks open field that is the NL west.

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Gerardo Parra, who plays left field for the Diamondbacks makes contact against the Rockies in a game last Spring Training season. (Photo by John Antonoff)

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Salt River Fields is the newest facility for Spring Training games in the valley, opening last year. The stadium is home to the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Colorado Rockies.

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they couldn’t refuse. I was also impressed with the bold and aggressive moves the Indian community had made to go after the teams and finance the construction of the stadium during a down economy when little or no construction was going on anywhere in the state.

I got my first look at the place last November, three months before its scheduled opening. I tried to imagine what it would look like when it was complete, but a ballpark without a ball game is just not the same.

I felt like a kid on Christmas Eve the night before the inaugural opener at Salt River Fields, gazing into the ballpark from a room at the Talking Stick Resort on the other side of the 101 freeway. The light towers remained lit all night long and the traffic zipping by on the freeway looked like a time lapse sequence as the ballpark (cont. on page 20)

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remained still in the background. I was up at sunrise and went right back to the window to see if anything had changed; the time lapse sequence seemed to have sped up with more cars whizzing by drawing nearer to game time.

There had been lots of advance media coverage of the place to this point. I had been doing plenty of writing about the place as well, and I wondered how it would live up to all the hype.

The weather was a little overcast for the February 26th opener which came a little early last year but there would be no raining on this parade.

Of course the Diamondbacks and Rockies brass were present. There were about half-a-dozen ceremonial first pitches thrown out; the most memorable were tossed by SRPMIC President Diane Enos and the cute little daughter of Diamondbacks President Derrick Hall. The Salt River Elementary School choir sang the National Anthem and there was a vintage military biplane flyover.

I made it to nine games at Salt River Fields last year, and I already feel as comfortable there as in any of the other Cactus

League venues. The shuttle bus and/or limos that run back and forth from the Talking Stick Resort make for extremely convenient transportation to and from the ballpark without having to worry about parking. The wide open concourse completely circles the field, and there are more seats in the shade here than at any of the other Cactus League ballparks.

There’s a huge party pavilion on the upper deck and the food concession stands in the right and left field corners are also furnished with dozens of raised cocktail tables. I rode a trolley from the Talking Stick resort to the last game of the season I would attend at Salt River Fields on March 28. Someone started spontaneously singing “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” in honor of someone’s birthday who was also riding on the trolley, everyone joined in and it nearly brought tears to my eyes, check that, it did bring tears to my eyes.

I also shared an emotional farewell with the girls at the Salty Señorita Mexican food concession stand where I had been buying beer at every game.

I still miss going to games at Hi Corbett Field and Tucson Electric Park, where they have added three fund-raiser games to benefit the Christina-Taylor Green (the young victim of the Tucson shootings) Memorial Foundation to the schedule this season, but I’m already becoming sentimental about Salt River Fields.

Play Ball exhibit continues to evolve with new donations

by Charlie Vascellaro Special for Let’s Go! Play Ball: The Cactus League Experience is a traveling museum exhibit that has become part of the Cactus League’s spring training season.

The brainchild of Lisa Anderson, director of the Mesa Historical Museum, and the late Robert Brinton, former Cactus League president and director of the Mesa Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, the ongoing mobile exhibit continues to expand its scope and reach. Enjoying a steady stream of new historic artifacts and memorabilia being donated and loaned to the museum by fans and members of the professional baseball community, the exhibit offers another venue for baseball fans to visit.

In its fourth season, the ever-expanding and constantly evolving exhibit continues its traveling tour of Cactus League cities this spring.

Just a few blocks from Scottsdale Stadium, the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E, 2nd St., is hosting one of four new installations of Play Ball through March 31.

Another installation is featured in

downtown Mesa at 51 E. Main St. Many never-before-seen items from The Buckhorn Hot Mineral Wells and Baths, are featured there. The Buckhorn, an old motel in Mesa, was a destination for early Cactus Leaguers who enjoyed the site for its relaxing mineral waters.

The Buckhorn drew baseball players, who were happy to donate items to the Buckhorn owners, who subsequently have donated a variety to the exhibition.

Among those items are souvenirs from a goodwill trip the Giants made to Japan that the team gave to the Buckhorn owners Ted and Alice Sliger. An 8 mm home movie also is part of the exhibition donated by the Sligers.

The Play Ball exhibit also has an ongoing installation at the Arizona Historical Society, 1300 N. College Ave., in Tempe and a temporary exhibit at the Goodyear Ballpark in Goodyear through the Cactus League season.

Charlie Vascellaro will be making his presentation on the history of the Cactus League at the Scottsdale Public Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Boulevard, at 11:15 a.m. on March 14.

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‘Tour D’Artistes’ showcases local art Fountain Hills Art League is bringing its inaugural “Tour D’Artistes” event to the community Saturday and Sunday, March 24 and 25.

The tour leads off from Fountain View Village, 16455 E. Avenue of the Fountains.

Tickets will be on sale there both days of the tour. Resident artists, music and refreshments will be featured. Tours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days.

Art-loving visitors will have the opportunity to purchase a tour “Passport,” for $20. The ticket is good for both days.

Passports describe the media and location of each host studio, along with invited guest artists at each locale. Maps also will be included with the passports. The tour features 13 studios, 34 artists and three galleries.

Artists demonstrating their media, along with music and refreshments will be featured at each stop. Passports may be stamped at the studios. A filled passport qualifies visitors to be part of a drawing to win a collaborative art painting, a 50/50 drawing and other prizes.

The studios feature distinctive art, with new works produced especially for the tour. A wide variety of media are included in the event.

Tickets may be purchased in advance at Gidleys of Fountain Hills, Fountain Fashions, Sami Fine Jewelry, Fountain Hills Artists Gallery and from Art League members and artists on the tour. Tickets also will be available at the weekly “Art on the Avenue” event on the Avenue of the Fountains.

Advance ticketholders are invited to a Friday, March 23, reception at Fountain Hills Artists Gallery, where guests can sample wine and hors d’oeuvres as they meet and mingle with tour artists. The tour passport will serve as admission to

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Friday Night Franks offers ‘Adult Classes’ Every Friday, out on the range, are a group of cowpokes and gals enjoying the stars and a hot dog or two.

The Friday Night Franks event at Fort McDowell Adventures is a weekly evening of fun for the whole family. A campfire,

The youngsters clear out, and the adult fun begins, featuring free admission and live entertainment, a barbecue menu for $10 and drink specials for $3.

The “lessons” include Bar Hop at Fort McDowell Adventures ($20); Tequila Tasting on the Tequila Bus ($10) and Pina Coladas on da Rum Bus ($10).

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

Casa Grande Airport (480) 987-5516 www.cactusflyin.org March 2-3 Hosted by the Arizona Antique Aircraft Association with emphasis placed on aircraft of yesteryear. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. $5-$10 per car.

Archaeology 29th Annual Archaeology and Heritage Awareness Month Various venues throughout the state (602) 542-4174 www.azstateparks.com March1-31 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.

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Miles: A Desert Odyssey through Public Art Fountain Hills Community Center (48) 816-5100 March 10 Enjoy a docent-led tour of the extensive public art collection in the community. 9 and 11 a.m. $5.

Art in the Park Plaza Fountainside Fountain Hills www.fountainhillsartleague.com March 3 Enjoy the work of local artists in the setting near Fountain Park, held the first Saturday of each month through May. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free

Art on the Avenue & Farmers Market Avenue of the Fountains Fountain Hills March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 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.

22nd Annual Celebration of Fine Art Scottsdale Road and Loop 101 Freeway (480) 443-7695 www.www.celebrateart.com Through March 25 More than 100 juried artists create and sell their original works. Watch the creative process. Sculpture court, entertainment, food.

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8th Annual Arizona Fine Art Expo Corner of Jomax and Scottsdale Road Scottsdale (480) 837-7163 www.arizonafineartexpo.com Through April 1 100 nationally acclaimed fine artisans working in studio environment. Hands-on art demonstrations and workshops, entertainment, café, weekends feature musical entertainment.

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Second Annual Native Arts ArtWalk Scottsdale Arts District (480) 990-8989 www.scottsdalegalleries.com March 1 Celebrate Arizona’s indigenous cultures.

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17th Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival Downtown Carefree (480) 837-5637 www.thunderbirdartists.com March 2-4 More than 165 juried artists, wine tasting, live musical entertainment, fine arts, unique shops, restaurants. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $3.

42nd Annual Scottsdale Arts Festival 2012 Civic Center Mall (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleartsfestival.org March 9-11 Rated among the top art festivals in the country, this juried show includes more than 185 arits, performances, artist demonstrations, live entertainment and music. Friday, Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $7, under 12, free.

11th Annual Sonoran Arts League Festival of Fine Art Stagecoach Village Cave Creek (480) 575-6624 www.sonoranartsleague.org/festival/php March 16-18 Juried show features 150 local and nationally-acclaimed artists with a variety of work from traditional to contemporary, food, artist demonstrations, farmers market. 10 a.m.5 p.m. Free.

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Eighth Annual Fountain Hills Fine Art and Wine Affaire Avenue of the Fountains (480) 837-5637 www.thunderbirdartists.com March 23-25 More than 150 artists displaying paintings, bronzes, stone, clay, copper, wood, mixed media, pottery, photography, jewelry and more.

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Fountain Hills Art League Tour d’Artistes Fountain Hills galleries and studios www.fountainhillsartleague.com March 24 and 25 The tour features 16 galleries and studios in Fountain Hills. Benefits scholarships for Fountain Hills art and music students. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person for both days.

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.

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Culinary 34th Annual Arizona State Open Chili Championship Ed Hooper Park - Casa Grande (520) 560-2256 www.casagrandechamber.org March 3 Traditional cook-off style. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Great American Barbecue & Beer Festival Historic Downtown Chandler www.chandlerbbq.com March 24 Bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the day of fun, live entertainment, Kids’ Zone, bike show, more. Noon-8 p.m. $10, kids 12 and under free.

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.

Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market Kick-off Dinner Phoenix (602) 252-8840 www.heard.org/fair March 2 More than 300 artists from the renowned market participate in this prestigious juried competition. Special evening dinner and reception. 5:30 p.m.

Annual Native Art Appraisal Day Heard Museum (602) 252-8840 www.heard.org March 10 Art dealers will examine visitors’ Native American artworks and cultural materials. Appraisals are for educational information, not for insurance purposes. One day only. Appraisal fees apply. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Civil War in the Southwest Picacho Peak State Park (520) 466-3183 www.azstateparks.com March 10-11 Civil War re-enactment with three different battles re-enacted. Artillery demonstrations, encampments and civilian demonstrations.

18th Annual Aloha Festival Tempe Town Lake (602) 697-1824 www.azalohafest.org March 10-11 A celebration of Hawaiian culture featuring music, entertainment, island crafts, games, Hawaiian foods. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

10th Season of Native Trails Scottsdale Civic Center Plaza (480) 421-1004 www.culturequestscottsdale.com March 1, 22, 24, 29 and 31 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.

Dance Batsheva Dance Company Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org March 22 Internationally acclaimed troupe from Israel under the direction of choreographer Ohad Naharin. 7:30 p.m. $39-$49.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Mesa Arts Center (480) 644-6500 www.mesaartscenter.com March 24-25 America’s cultural ambassador to the world continues to bring African-American cultural expression and the American modern dance tradition to the world’s stages. 8 and 3 p.m. $40-$60.

Easter Jesus the Christ Easter Pageant Mesa Arizona Temple Grounds (480) 964-7164 www.easterpageant.org March 28 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.

Expos Arizona Game and Fish Department Outdoor Expo Ben Avery Shooting Facility - Phoenix (602) 942-3000 www.azgfd.gov/expo March 26-27 Hands-on activities, demonstrations and exhibits on hunting, fishing, recreational shooting, archery, off-highway vehicles and watercraft recreation. Conservation and wildlife education, camping and other outdoor elements.

Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Free

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 Fountain Hills (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.

Fashion Scottsdale Fashion Week Scottsdale Fashion Square www.scottsdalefashionweek.

Through March 3 A celebration of fashion and fine living from Milan to New York to Los Angeles. Runway shows, entertainment, drinks.

Festivals Sunday A’Fair Scottsdale Civic Center Plaza (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org March 4, 25 The valley’s top entertainers, arts and crafts, picnic baskets welcome, and food is available for purchase. Noon-4 p.m. Free.

24th Annual Arizona’s Renaissance Festival 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.

2012 M7 Street Fair Seventh Avenue from Indian School Road north to Campbell Avenue (602) 703-2620 - www.m7streetfair.com March 3 Live music, street food, local artist market, children’s activities and a judged collector car show. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

Great Arizona Beer Festival Tempe Town Lake (480) 968-7559 www.sunsounds.org March 3 Features 200+ specialty craft and microbrewed beers, food and non-alcoholic drinks, souvenir sampling mug, games and contests.

Entertainment. Benefits Sun Sounds. 2-6 p.m. $35-$40.

24th Annual Ostrich Festival Tumbleweed Regional Park - Chandler (480) 963-4571 www.ostrichfestival.com March 9-11 Ostrich races, carnival rides, live headline entertainment, exotic petting zoo, camel and pony rides, more. Friday, 4 p.m.-midnight; Saturday, 10 a.m.-midnight; Sunday, noon-11 p.m. $7-$9.

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Fountain Park Fountain Hills www.fh.az.gov/special-events March 17 The world-famous fountain turns green at noon. Festival stage with traditional Irish music, local entertainers, food, beer, more. Coordinated by AMVETS and VFW. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Film Talk Cinema Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org March 20 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.

Michael Davie Mesa Arts Center (480) 644-6500 www.mesaartscenter.org March 21 Famous for pursuing the under-reported story, Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Michael Davie offers a personal look at his native Africa, a continent often misrepresented in the media. Riveting film clips and extraordinary personal encounters. 7:30 p.m.

San Francisco Opera Grand Opera Cinema Series Lucia di Lammermoor Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org March 28 The emotionally fragile Lucia is driven to madness when manipulated to marry a man she does not love, featuring the most famous mad scene in opera and full of ravishingly beautiful melodies. 7 p.m. $12.

LET’S GO! March 2012 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.

Fundraisers 3rd Annual Fountain of Youth Fiesta Fountain Hills (480) 816-4534 March 2 Benefits the Mary Ellen and Robert McKee Branch of the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Scottsdale. Food, fun and music. Attendance is limited to 250. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Advance tickets, $25; $30 at the door, space permitting.

Celebrity Fight Night XVIII: Winning the Fight for Charities JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort (602) 956-1121 www.celbrityfightnight.org March 24 Featuring Muhammad Ali, which benefits the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Research Center. Celebrities and professional athletes unite for a night filled with live auction items and musical performances. Reba McIntyre hosts.

5 p.m.

Golf RR Donnelley LPGA Founders Cup Wildfire Golf Club at JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa - Phoenix www.lpga.com/lpgafoundscup.aspx March 13-18 The 38th year of LPGA Tour competition in the valley.

Hobbies 40th Anniversary Glencroft’s Festival and Quilt Auction

35th Annual Small World Miniature Doll House Show & Sale ASU Western States Publishers Inc. Glendale (480) 488-7074 www.phoenixminiatures.com March 10-11 Exhibits from Arizona residents. Sales of furniture, accessories, dolls from artisans from throughout the U.S. and Canada. Door prizes, make and take miniature projects, raffle for local charities. $2-$5.

Home & Garden 25th Annual Coronado Home Tour & Spring Festival Coronado Park - Phoenix www/.gcna.info March 4 Restored historic homes, arts, music and cultural experiences. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $15.

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 25th Annual Arizona Touch of Class Miniature Horse Show WestWorld - Scottsdale (602) 326-7230 - http://azminis-mhaa.com March 24-25 An exhibition of registered miniature horses in halter and performance classes, harness driving, obstacle driving, hunter-jumper. 8 a.m.

Free.

Military 8th Annual Southwest Military Show

Glendale (623) 847-3004 www.glencroft.com March 2-3 Display, food and novelty booths, boutique, “Centennial Collection of Quilts.” Friday, noon8 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Auction at 9 a.m.

Commemorative Air Force Museum - Mesa www/ahmta.com March 24-25 Military vehicle show, static aircraft display, swap meet, food, collectibles, parts, vendors, more. Sponsored by the AZ Historical Military Transport Association. Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $3-$10.

Arizona Quilters Guild Quilt Show

Motorcycles

Mesa Convention Center (602) 220-9889 www.azquiltersguild.org March 5-10 More than 300 quilts. Small quilt auction Saturday; antique quilt display, educational area, quilt appraisals and merchant mall with quilt related products. $10.

Second Annual Checkered Flag Run Phoenix International Raceway (866) 498-7223 www.checkeredflagrun.com March 2-3 For motorcycle enthusiasts. Bike show, races and raffles.

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.

21st Annual Arizona Musicfest 2012 Various venues North Scottsdale, Carefree (480) 488-0806 www.azmusicfest.org Through March 2 Featuring classical, Broadway and jazz in 13 concerts over five weeks. $30-$40.

Munch and Music Fountain Hills Community Center March 2 The final performance of the Friday lunchtime programs features Al Roselieb and his Fountain Hills Brass Ensemble. 12:15-1:15 p.m. Free.

Red Hot Chili Peppers Jobing.com Arena - Glendale www.redhotchilipeppers.com/tour March 2 Part of the “I’m with You” concert tour. Joining the Peppers is Janelle Monac. 8 p.m. All ages -- $40.85-$60.85.

Tom Chapin Higley Center for the Performing Arts - Gilbert (480) 279-7190 www.higleyarts.org March 3 Chapin offers a number of his original

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songs featuring an array of musical styles with life lessons about inclusiveness, making healthy choices, tolerance, respect and ethe environment. 2 p.m. $7-$10.

Patti Lupone: The Gypsy in My Soul Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 994-2787 www.scottsaleperformingarts.org March 3 Tony Award-winning Broadway legend offers timeless numbers to her personal pop favorites. 8 p.m. $69-$159.

Sunday Concerts in the Park Fountain Park Amphitheater Fountain Hills www.fh.az.gov/special-events.aspx March 4, 11, 18, 25 Different bands each week. 2:30 p.m. Free

Fountain Hills Entertainment Series Highway Legends Starring Jeff Dayton Mike & T Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church (480) 837-1763 March 6 The show gives insight into the world of big-time country music. 7 p.m.

APS Pops Series Motown’s Greatest Hits Phoenix Symphony Hall (602) 495-1999 www.phoenixsymphony.com March 6-8 Features conductor Joseph Young and vocalists Tituss Brugess and Joy Lynn Matthews.

Legendary Motown sound that helped shape American culture. 8 and 2 p.m.

The Fabulous Thunderbirds Crescent Ballroom Phoenix (602) 262-7272 www.dannyzeliskopresents.com March 9 Musicianship and devotion to the blues, R&B and rock ‘n’ roll are the hallmarks of The T-birds. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m. $26.

Aida Phoenix Symphony Hall (602) 266-7464 www.azopera.org March 9-11 A musical and visual feast featuring massive sets that evoke the temples and tombs of ancient Egypt. Sung in Italian with English surtitles. 7:30 and 2 p.m.

Bruce Hornsby Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org March 10 A solo concert with the three-time Grammy Award winner on piano. 8 p.m. $39-$49.

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Thursday Concert Series with the Phoenix Boys Choir Steele Indian School Park - Phoenix (602) 264-5328 www.phoenixboyschoir.org March 15 New works, sneak peeks in this hour-long concert with new music, patriotic songs and favorites including “Shine On Me,” “Somewhere over the Rainbow” and “Cielito Lindo.” 5:30 p.m. $10.

Taylor’s Irish Cabaret (formerly Jury’s Irish Cabaret) Mesa Arts Center (480) 644-6500 www.mesaartscenter.com March 16 A celebration of Irish music, laughter, song and dance, combined with traditional Irish ballads and dance. 8 p.m. $35.

25th Anniversary – A Night in the ‘40s Big Band Dance and USO Show CAF Aircraft Museum - Mesa (480) 924-1940 www.bigbanddance.com March 17 Features a WWII 1940s musical show followed by a Big Band Orchestra playing songs of the era to dancing men and women dressed in the period in the shadow of a vintage B-17.

4:15 p.m. costume contest and swing dance contest. 4:30 p.m. $35-$40.

Yefim Bronfman Virginia G. Piper Piano Series Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org March 18 Virtuoso pianist. 7:30 p.m. $26.

Fountain Hills Entertainment Series These Three Tenors Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church (480) 837-1763 March 20 Last show of this year’s series. “These Three Tenors” are among three of New York City’s greatest voices. They were in Fountain Hills in 2010. 7 p.m.

Elgar: Enigma Variations US Airways Classic Series Phoenix Symphony Hall (602) 495-1999 www.phoenixsymphony.com March 22-24 Features conductor Jean-Marie Zeitouni, one of Canada’s brightest conductors. 7:30 and 8 p.m.

Romeo Santos Jobing.com Arena - Glendale www.ticketmaster.com March 23 Winner of both the number one Latin album

and number one Latin single, the principal composer and vocalist of revolutionary New York bachata group Aventura.

Cubano Be, Cubano Bop: Poncho Sanchez and the Latin Jazz Band Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org March 23 Featuring Terence Blanchard. These Grammy Award-winning legends offer a redhot tribute to Afro-Cuban jazz pioneered by the Original Conga King Chano Pozo and Dizzy Gillespie. 8 p.m. $29-$39.

Fountain Hills Community Band Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church March 27 Last show of the season. 7 p.m.

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 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.

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.

Close Encounters with Music: Grand Piano Quartets Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org March 8 Chamber music with cellist Yehuda Hanani, featuring music of Liszt, Schumann and more.

7:30 p.m.

NASCAR Bashas’ Supermarket 200 Phoenix International Raceway - Avondale (602) 252-3833 www.phoenixraceway.com NASCAR Nationwide Series Race

Subway Fresh 500 Phoenix International Raceway - Avondale (866) 408-7223 www.phoenixraceway.com The stars of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series.

Pets Irish Setter National “Red Tails in the Sunset” WestWorld - Scottsdale www.irishsetterclub.org March 1

Fiesta Cluster Dog Show WestWorld - Scottsdale www.fiestacluster.com March 1-5 Thousands of dogs from all over the country converge for the Southwest’s largest dog show on grass. Top show dogs compete for top honors.

Rodeos 59th Annual Parada del Sol Rodeo WestWorld - Scottsdale (480) 990-3179 www.paradadelsol.org March 2-4 Rodeos, major dances, concerts, live country western music, children’s activities. Friday and Saturday, 1 and 7 p.m. Sunday, 2 p.m.

Glendale Invitational Built Ford Tough Series Jobing.com Arena www.pbrnow.com March 17-18 The toughest sport on the planet with the top 45 bull riders in the world competing.

Cave Creek Fiesta Days Cave Creek Memorial Arena (480) 488-4043 www.cavecreekrodeo.com March 28 through April 1

Includes golf tournament, rodeo action, rodeo parade, dances, mutton bustin’, Miss Rodeo Arizona Pageant, youth events and kids games and more.

Spring Round-Up Rodeo Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation ((480)789-7162 www.ftmcdowell.org March 24 and 25 Rodeo performances including bareback, saddle bronc more.

Runs / Walks Love Walk at the Phoenix Zoo Phoenix (480) 567-6407 www.getsetaz.com March 3 Fun run/walk. 7 a.m.

Run for Ryan House DC Ranch - Scottsdale (480) 538-3540 www.getsetaz.com March 3 Half marathon run, 5K run, 10K run, one mile family fun run/walk. 7 a.m.

Walk, Run, Wag 5K9 Tempe Arts Park (760) 635-1795 www.getsetaz.com March 4 - 8 a.m.

Grand Canyon University Run to Fight Children’s Cancer Grand Canyon University Phoenix (602) 234-3460 www.getsetaz.com March 10 6 a.m.

Third Annual Nun Run Kiwanis Park - Tempe www.4peaksracing.com March 10 10K run, 5K run/walk, 1 mile walk and shadow run with nuns. A day for the curious and competitive alike. 6 a.m. $25-$35.

Bandidos Mountain to Fountain Run Fountain Park Fountain Hills (602) 538-0786 www.bandidos15k.com March 11 15K run. 8:30 a.m.

St. Patrick’s Day Run Old Town Scottsdale (623) 330-0913 www.getsetaz.com March 17 5 p.m.

LET’S GO! March 2012 Seventh Annual St. Patty’s Day 8K

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Kiwanis Park - Tempe (623) 362-8438 www.arizonarunningeventsco.com March 17 Benefits USAT&F Youth program to help send kids to the Nationals. 8K run, 1 mile run/ walk, kids Leprechaun Dash. Designated as the Arizona USATF 2012 8K Championship. 7 a.m.

Fountain Hills Theater (480) 837-9661, ext. 3 www.fhct.org Through March 11 A New York playboy ventures to a little Nevada mining town to rescue a small theater.

Friday and Saturday shows, 8 p.m. Sundays, 2 p.m. $25.

Sports The Memorial Championship Disc Golf Tournament Fountain Park Through March 3 Presented by Discraft. International group of disc golfers vie for the championship on one of the most favored courses in the country.

Theater The Last Days of Judas Iscariot Tempe Performing Arts Center (480) 820-8022 www.straycattheatre.org Through March 3 Wicked expressionistic fantasy set in a time-bending, darkly comic world between heaven and hell. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. $12-$25.

Rock the Presidents Tempe Center for the Arts (480) 350-2822 http://childsplayaz.org Through March 4 Multi-media filled musical revue spanning 223 years of the American presidency. Their lives are depicted through all-new rock, pop and folk music. A Childsplay world premiere.

For ages seven and up. 1 and 4 p.m. $15-$25.

The Pillowman Desert Stages - Scottsdale (480) 483-1664 www.desertstages.org Through March 4 A spellbinding black comedy with elements of murder, intrigue, pathos and more. Fridays and Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.; Sundays, 2 p.m. $22 in advance.

Wicked ASU Gammage Tempe (480) 965-3434 http://asugammage.com Through March 11 Called the best musical of the decade, the story that took place long before the girl from Kansas arrived in Munchkinland introduces the two girls who meet in the land of Oz who grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good.

Dead Man’s Cell Phone Herberger Theater Center - Phoenix www.atphx.org Through March 11 The lyrical odyssey of a woman forced to confront her own assumptions about morality, redemption and the need to connect in a technologically obsessed world. 8, 2 and 7 p.m.

Late Night Catechism Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformaingarts.org Through March 23 Award-winning actress Patti Hannon as quick-tempered Sister, who rules her classroom with an iron fist. Fridays, 8 p.m. $39.

Late Night Catechism III: Til Death Do Us Part Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformaingarts.org Through March 24 The sequel to Late Nite Catechism, Sister offers up the latest dogma fresh off the Web, with hilarious lessons on love and marriage and her own outrageous version of the Newlywed Game. Saturdays, 8 p.m. $39.

Alice in Wonderland Desert Stages - Scottsdale (480) 483-1664 www.desertstages.org Through March 25 Gerry Cullity’s original music and lyrics of the original adaptation of the adventures of Alice in Wonderland, based on the children’s classic by Lewis Carroll. Fridays and Saturdays, 7:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, 1 and 3 p.m. $12 in advance.

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.

Fran Lebowitz Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org March 1 Lebowitz, purveyor of urban cool, witty

chronicler of the “me decade” and cultural satirist, offers her insights on timely issues such as gender, race, gay rights and the media as well as her own pet peeves, which include celebrity culture, tourists and strollers. 7:30 p.m. $39-$49.

Gazillion Bubble Show Mesa Arts Center (480) 644-6500 www.mesaartscenter.com March 2-3 One of a kind show stars Yan Fang, holder of 16 records in the Guinness Book of Records. He will mystify the audience with giant, bouncing, floating, smoke-filled and massive bubbles, jaw-dropping special effects state of the art special lighting and astounding laser effects. $28-$37.

School House Rock Live Broadway Palm Dinner Theater Children’s Theater (480) 325-6700 www.broadwaypalmwest.com March 2-30 A pop culture phenomenon comes to the musical stage. Kid-friendly luncheon buffet.

Gypsy Phoenix Theatre http://phoenixtheatre.com March 7-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.

An Evening of Classic Lily Tomlin Mesa Arts Center (480) 644-6500 www.mesaartscenter.com March 9 One of America’s foremost comediennes continues to venture across ever-widening range of media. 8 p.m. $30-$60.

Jeff Dunham: Controlled Chaos US Airways Center Phoenix (800) 745-3000 www.ticketmaster.com March 15 Jeff Dunham is joined by his famed troupe of sidekicks – via ventriloquism. 7:30 p.m.

Circa Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org March 16-17 One of Australia’s most innovative “new circus” companies. The troupe’s seven members perform daredevil acrobatics and tumbling, thrilling dance moves, impossible contortions and more. Some performances include adult content. 8 and 2 p.m. $19-$39.

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Chapters: A Primer on Drug Awareness Fountain Hills Youth Theater (480) 837-9661 www.fhct.org March 16 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.

Dr. Seuss’ Green Eggs and Ham The Family Series Phoenix Symphony Hall (602) 495-1999 www.phoenixsymphony.com March 17 Featuring Conductor Joseph Young. The “Sam-I-Am” story is set to Mozart’s “Eine Kleine Nachtmusik” and narration. 2:30 p.m.

The Blessings of a Broken Heart John Paul Theatre Phoenix College Campus (602) 264-0402 www.azjewishtheatre.org March 22-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.

The Great Gatsby Herberger Theater Center Phoenix (602) 256-6995 www.arizonatheatre.org March 22-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.

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella Greasepaint Youtheatre Scottsdale (602) 889-7609 www.greasepaint.org March 23 through April 1 An audience favorite with lovely music, sets, costumes and story. 7 p.m. Fridays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. $12.

The Altar Boyz Desert Stages Scottsdale (480) 483-1664 www.desertstages.org March 23 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.

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