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The carnival is coming to town!

Fountain Hills Theater brings the carnival back to the community as a fundraiser. Nov. 1-4

The Fountain Festival of Arts and Crafts opens Nov. 9 and runs through Nov. 11

NOVEMBER On the Go! Calendar, Pages 23-27

ORME DAM VICTORY DAYS! Nov. 16 - Nov. 18

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by Linda McThrall Let’s Go! Editor

And all that jazz

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I love jazz. My dad loved jazz. He listened to Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie, Sarah Vaughan, Duke Ellington. Since he listened to them, we heard them, too. And since my dad loved it, I loved it, too (I was – am – a daddy’s girl).

So when I got a chance to work with local businessman Rich Tews on some stuff for Jazz in the Hills, I jumped at it. Rich is such a good guy; very low key and under the radar, but boy! is he passionate about jazz! I am not kidding.

After many months of brainstorming and trying to come up with ideas to grow the local organization, Rich and his team have hit (pun intended) on something pretty big. Jazz in the Hills is now at Alchemy at CopperWynd. Boasting one of the prettiest views in the community, Alchemy is the perfect spot for Jazz in the Hills. After three sessions at Alchemy, Jazz in the Hills went from about 20 to sometimes as many as 50 attendees to 172.

Jazz in the Hills concerts are a fixture in Fountain Hills. Starting in a small real estate office on Saguaro to local churches, a series of other restaurants, including Appian Way, Octagon Café and Fireside Grill, there was a devoted following of music lovers at the dif-

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ferent venues. The world-class jazz groups who have faithfully returned each Friday to Fountain Hills have entertained and amazed those who wouldn’t give up their own love for jazz.

So now there is a new venue and a new vibe. Rich says the audience has changed, too. One of the primary goals the board has had was to attract a different demographic in addition to the loyal audience attending week after week. The target: Kids.

“The shows are now attended by people of all ages,” Rich says. “The demographics now display a pleasant mix of young and old and everyone in between. During the set break, kids are lining up to talk with the musicians. They are curious, interested, learning.”

Rich told me last summer he worried that young people don’t have the kind of appreciation for jazz he had, or our parents had. Jazz is an American art form. It was born in this country. It is rich in history, an illustration of the evolution of our times.

Having the genre disappear because young people haven’t been exposed to it would be pretty tragic.

By going to the concerts and hearing the music that is the root of their own music today, these young people will keep the songs alive. And like Rich said, the old pseudoscience of alchemy is alive and well turning Jazz in the Hills in to the hottest ticket in town.

(Editor’s Note: Admission to Jazz in the Hills is free. Shows are from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. every Friday and feature a wide variety of jazz styles. Jazz in the Hills is a newly formed 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and will begin soliciting memberships in the near future. Watch for more information in Let’s Go! and on Facebook.)

Orme Dam Victory Days are scheduled for Nov. 16-18 at Fort McDowell Yavapai Community. Among the numerous activities are a parade, the rodeo, pow wow and other community events. The public is invited. (Photo by Ryan Winslett)

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Veterans Day ceremony scheduled for Nov. 11 Fountain Hills Veterans Memorial will be the site for the annual observance of Veterans Day. The service will be held Sunday, Nov. 11, at 9 a.m. The public is invited.

VFW Post 7507 and American Legion Post 58, along with AmVets will participate in the ceremonies. The color guard will perform.

A keynote address will be given by Mike Ferguson, state VFW commander.

Local organizers had discussed the possibility of holding the ceremony on the legal holiday Monday, Nov. 12, but decided the event should be celebrated on the actual day.

“That is the worthwhile thing to do,”

said Boe James, commander of the local VFW post.

Ahnala holding Thanksgiving Ahnala Mesquite Grill at The Radisson Ft. McDowell Resort and Casino is hosting a special Thanksgiving Buffet Thursday, Nov. 22.

Additionally, the restaurant is offering Thanksgiving take-out, with an order deadline of Tuesday, Nov. 20.

The buffet is $39 adults, and $12 for children 12 and younger not including tax and gratuity.

Take-out orders are available for different prices.

For reservations and information call (480) 789-5505.

Mega Yard sale at Fort A Mega Yard Sale is set for Saturday, Nov. 17, at Fort McDowell Casino.

The event will begin at 7 a.m. in the parking lot. To reserve a booth, call (480) 994-9100. The event is open to buyers and sellers.

Other events set for November at the casino include Bad Boy Fights championship Friday, Nov. 30 and a number of concerts at Lucky Seven

Saloon. Performing at the Lucky Seven are Shining Star (Nov. 2, 10 and 30); Kenny G Project (Nov. 3, 9 and 24); Chaka and Friends (Nov. 15 and 16); Apache Spirit (Nov. 16 and 17); Grey Wolf (Nov. 17 and 18) and Furious George (Nov. 23).

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Pinnacle Concert Series features varied season The 2012-13 Pinnacle Concert Series season opens Nov. 11.

Concerts are designed to enrich the lives of all ages. “We are especially delighted to bring a variety of unique musical styles and outstanding performances to our venue,� said Musical Director Brent Hylton.

The season: Nov. 11, 4 p.m. Pamela Decker on organ.

Nov. 25, 3 p.m., Phoenix Symphony Orchestra.

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lege Choir Performances are held at Pinnacle Presbyterian Church under the direction of Brent Hylton. Tickets range in price from donations to $42. Call the box office, (480) 303-2474 or visit www.pinnacleconcerts.org.

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‘Miner’s Dinner’ slated in CC Cave Creek Museum will host its “Miner’s Dinner� Tuesday, Nov. 13.

Guests will be transported back in time as they dine outside by the historic Stamp Mill, believed to date back to 1880. Dinner will be in the tradition of miner’s fare, and entertainment will feature cowboy balladeer Mike Ewing. Guests also can bid on silent and live auction items.

Tickets are $50. Reservations are requested. Call (480) 488-2764 or visit www. cavecreekmuseum.org for more information.

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‘Jukebox’ back Christie’s famed mystery on stage in FH This one-of-a-kind Holiday Musical is back for the second year at Fountain Hills Theater.

Audience members are invited to select their favorite holiday songs from a giant jukebox. The choices are tallied and a brand-new holiday revue, created by the audience, is brought to life by the talented and versatile cast. The theater’s artistic director, Peter J. Hill, created the show.

Performed on Mainstage Too, Christmas Jukebox will be on stage from Nov. 30 through Dec. 23. Shows are Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $20. Call (480) 837-9661, ext., 3, or visit www.fhtaz.org for reservations.

Fundraiser set for Musicfest The annual fundraiser for Arizona Musicfest is set for Nov. 9 at Desert Mountain Club in Scottsdale.

The “country club casual” event features a candlelight gourmet dinner prepared by Chef Matt, along with complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres.

Tickets are $150 per person with proceeds benefiting Arizona Musicfest Youth Education and performance programs.

To purchase tickets, call (480) 488-0806 or visit www.azmusicfest.org. Reservations are required.

Richard Solomon and Melissa Fiore in And Then There Were None at Fountain Hills Theater through Nov. 11.

A curious assortment of 10 strangers gather on a private island off the coast of Devon.

And Then There Were None. Such is the

plot of Agatha Christie’s play of that name, being staged at Fountain Hills Theater through Nov. 11. An eccentric millionaire invites the individuals – all unknown to each other – to the island. All the guests have in common is a shady past they’re unwilling to reveal – and a secret that will seal their fates; each has been marked for murder. One by one they fall prey and before the weekend is out, there will be none.

And only the dead are above suspicion.

Shows will be Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $25 and $20 for children 17 and younger. For reservations and to purchase tickets, visit www.fhtaz.org or call (480) 837-9661, ext. 3. The theater is located at 11445 N. Saguaro Blvd.

Carnival to raise money for theater Fountain Hills Theater is on board for the annual Fountain Hills Fall Carnival.

Proceeds from the event, set for Nov. 1 through 4, on the Avenue of the Fountains, go to the theater. Frazier Shows is presenting the carnival, which features more than 20 rides, games, good and fun.

Specially priced “superbands” and “unlimited ride wristbands” are on sale through the theater box office for $15.

Superbands will not be for sale at the gate. Unlimited ride bands will be sold for $18 at the gate.

Presales end Oct. 31 and are cash only. Call (480) 837-9661.

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Desert Stages finishes ‘Into the Woods’ run

through the woods and in to experiences with fairytale characters Cinderella, Rapunzel, Little Red Riding Hood and others.

Into the Woods features music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. The show premiered on Broadway in 1987, winning several Tony Awards, as well as Drama Desk Awards.

Also playing at Desert Stages are The Last of the Red Hot Lovers (Nov. 9 through Jan. 13, 2013, in the Actor’s Café); and Seussical Jr. (Nov. 16 through Dec. 16, on the children’s stage).

Into the Woods wraps its run onstage at Desert Stages Sunday, Nov. 4.

The remaining performances at the Scottsdale theater are set for Friday and Saturday, Nov. 2 and 3 at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 3 and Nov. 4 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online at www.desertstages.org, by phone, (480) 483-1664, or at the box office, 4720 N. Scottsdale Rd. Into the Woods is the story of the baker and his wife who struggle to break the curse of childlessness. The tale takes them

New theater opens first show The first show in the Silver Star Playhouse in Mesa (formerly Broadway Palm Dinner Theater) is Nutcracker Men in Tights.

The show opens Nov. 29 and continues through Dec. 27. Nutcracker Men in Tights is the story of a small-town mayor who decides to save his community from financial ruin by staging “The Nutcracker.”

Tickets are $18.95 for adults and $9.95 for children 11 and younger. A variety of food selections is available for purchase.

Tickets for shows can be purchased by phone, (480) 325-6700 or online at www. broadwaypalmwest.com. The theater is located at 5247 E. Brown Rd. in Mesa.

The Silver Star Playhouse is the new sister theater to Desert Star Playhouse in Salt Lake City, Utah. In addition to original, outrageous musical parodies of classic movies, TV shows and Broadway hits, each show features a high-energy variety show called “The Olio,” which follows the play.

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Start Thanksgiving with Turkey Trot The 22nd Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run and Fitness Walk is set for Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 22.

The Fountain Hills tradition brings some 1,200 people participate in the run/ walk each year. Pre-registered participants receive a commemorative Turkey Trot Tshirt. Participants who register onsite are not guaranteed a shirt. Early fees are $20 for runners, $15 for those 12 and younger and $10 for walkers. Fees increase after Nov. 15 to $30 per adult runner, $20 for those 12 and younger and $15 per walker.

Early registration is under way now.

Participants may sign up at Fountain Hills Community Services, 16705 E. Avenue of the Fountains (Town Hall) or online at www. fh.az.gov/recreation. Early registration ends at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 15.

Preregistered participants may pick up t-shirts, bibs and timing chips Tuesday, Nov. 20, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Community Center. If those who are preregistered are unable to pick up materials early, they still may pick up everything on race day. Onsite registration will be available from 5:45 to

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To register online, visit www.fh.az.gov/ recreation.

The Turkey Trot is organized by the Town of Fountain Hills Community Services. Sponsors include The Town, Desert Eagle Appraisals, The Finishing Touch, Athletica Girl Event Series and The Fountain Hills Times.

For more information, visit www.fh.az. gov/recreation or call (480) 816-5100.

Halloween in the Hills The Avenue of the Fountains in Fountain Hills is the place to be for Halloween Wednesday, Oct. 31 With lots of games, food and fun, the family-friendly Halloween in the Hills features trick or treating, bounce houses, a “pets and their people” costume contest and more. There will be a pumpkin carving contest, free digital identification kits for children, a fire truck candy drop and a petting zoo. Fountain Hills Noon Kiwanis will sell hamburgers, hotdogs, drinks and other treats.

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Awards will be given to the top two finishers in each age division for men and women.

Age divisions are broken down to five-year increments. Running events get under way at 6 a.m. when check-in opens. Runners can check in at the Community Center from 6 to 7:15 a.m. The run will start from El Lago Boulevard.

The run and fitness walk begin at 7:30 a.m. Fountain Hills Mayor Linda Kavanagh will start the race. The official Turkey Trot

5-8 p.m.: Trick or treating, bounce houses, petting zoo, spider village and free carnival games.

6 p.m.: “thriller” dance mob (near Chase bank on the center of the Avenue) 6:30-7:30 p.m. “Pets and Their People” costume contest near Chase Bank with seven contest categories – best pet and human combo, best costume for small, medium and large pet, scariest costume, cutest costume and best trick.

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The “art season” gets under way Nov. 9 with the opening of the Fountain Festival of Arts and Crafts in Fountain Hills.

Art season ‘official’ with Fountain Festival

The “art season” gets officially under way this month with the 38 th Annual Fountain Festival of Arts and Crafts.

The event, set for Nov. 9, 10 and 11 on the Avenue of the Fountains in Fountain Hills, will feature nearly 500 artists, according to Events Director Sharon Morgan, with the Chamber of Commerce.

“We have several new artists, as well as old favorites,” Morgan said. “We also have some old favorites who haven’t been here for awhile returning.”

Booths will line the Avenue and be placed along Saguaro between the Avenue and Parkview. There is an increase in the number of artists who are taking more than one booth this year.

“For the past few years, we have had right at 70 artists taking more than one booth,” Morgan said. “This year, we have 85. I think it is a sign that things are getting a little better (with the economy). I am really glad to see this.”

Entertainment and food booths also will be set up in the festival area. The Sahnas Brothers are returning to the Festival and will be set up near Saguaro Boulevard, while a band new to the festival, 11th Hour, will be playing near the Avenue of the Fountains and Verde River Drive.

11th Hour plays a variety of music from

pop to jazz and genres in between.

Morgan said the festival will bring some 250,000 people to Fountain Hills over the three-day event. Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Parking and admission are free.

Valley Singles November events Valley Singles Club has a busy November, including a Thanksgiving Day dinner.

November’s schedule: Saturday, Nov. 3, 6 p.m. Mountainview Coffee in Fountain Hills. “Check out a Date,” with speaker Sandy Heart. $5.50 online through PayPal or $6 at the door.

RSVP Debbie, (480) 837-9449.

Saturday, Nov. 17, 6 p.m. November birthday celebration and new members, Graham Central Station, Tempe. RSVP Debbie.

Thursday, Nov. 22, 9 a.m., Thanksgiving Day Parade. RSVP Debbie.

Thursday, Nov. 22, 3 p.m.Thanksgiving Day Dinner at Debbie’s House. Bring a dish to share, $3 admission. Sign up for vegetables/salad, hot dish or dessert. Call Debbie, (480) 837-9449, or e-mail her, cowgirl0324@gmail.com.

The Fountain Festival of Arts and Crafts is filled with a wide variety of art media. Brenda Schodt of Gilbert shows some of her work at the 2011 festival.

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31st Annual Orme Dam Days mark Fort McDowell Community’s victory

Dancers will participate in the 31st annual Orme Dam Victory Days celebration at Fort McDowell Nov. 16 through Nov. 18. The Fort McDowell Yavapai Community celebrates the government’s decision to not build Orme Dam, which would have effectively disbanded the tribe. (Photos by Mike Scharnow)

The Annual Orme Dam Victory Days is a celebration on a number of levels.

This year’s activities take place from Friday, Nov. 16 through Sunday, Nov. 18.

The 31st anniversary celebrates the federal government’s decision to give up its effort to build a dam at the confluence of the Verde and Salt rivers. The dam would have flooded two-thirds of the 24,000-acre Fort McDowell Community, effectively disbanding the tribe. The tribe, then impoverished, had been offered cash settlements and new homes.

The tribe now also celebrates the social and economic gains made by the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation since then-Interior Secretary James Watt announced the dam would not be built.

In 1976, 61 percent of the tribe voted to reject the government’s offer. Tribal members committed to defeating the dam, traveling to Washington to tell federal officials they did not want to move. Tribal members also marched for three days from Fort McDowell to the Arizona State Capitol to make their point about moving.

The public is invited to the free event.

There is a $10 parking fee.

Among the activities are the annual Pow

A crowd favorite at the annual Orme Dam Victory Days at Fort McDowell is the Pow Wow, which features colorful costumes and demonstrations of the Yavapai Nation’s culture.

Wow, an All-Indian Rodeo, Yavapai Village and Cultural Performances, a parade and a 5K run and walk. There also are softball, basketball and golf tournaments.

Times and details on other events are available on the Web site, www.ftmcdowell.org.

McDowell Mountain Fair in Fountain Park Nov. 17 The second McDowell Mountain Fair is set for Saturday, Nov. 17.

The event is designed to highlight the various ways to experience desert life through education and entertainment.

The fair has been moved to Fountain Park this year to provide information about the McDowell Mountains and the preserve to as many people as possible. Last year’s fair was held at the McDowell Mountain Regional Park.

The event kicks off with a hike led by Fountain Hills Mayor Linda Kavanagh on the Overlook Trail. There also will be animal exhibits provided by MMRP rangers, rescue animals from Liberty Wildlife and the return of owls from Wild at Heart.

The rescue team for them the Maricopa County Sheriff ’s Department with their search and rescue canines also will be on hand.

Representatives of the McDowell Mountain Preservation Commission, the Sonoran Conservancy and the McDowell Park Association will be present to offer information about the park, the preserve and how citizens can be involved as stewards of the environment.

The fair will be from 8 a.m. to noon on the west side of Fountain Park, near Plaza Fountainside.

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On the Edge Gallery in Scottsdale opens Nov. 1

FH Artists showing works at new Scottsdale gallery On the Edge Gallery kicks off its grand opening weekend Thursday, Nov. 1.

Forty artists of all media, many from Fountain Hills, are exhibiting at the Scottsdale gallery located at 7050 E. Fifth Avenue.

The all-day festivities Nov. 1 will feature artist demonstrations, live music and food and beverages will be available. A $100 raffle ticket will be drawn for a lucky patron. The event begins at 10 a.m. and continues through the evening’s Scottsdale ArtWalk.

On the Edge Gallery features the work of 42 professional artists who operate the gallery and will be there to help customers enjoy the diverse and unique selection of fine art in a variety of media including oils, watercolors, acrylics, pastels, ceramics, metal sculpture, tile mosaics, jewelry, wood sculpture, gourds, mixed media and stained, fused and blown glass.

Nineteen artists are also members of the Fountain Hills Artists’ Gallery.

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Holiday sing-along theme for Thanksgiving Parade Floats, marching bands, walkers, equestrian and motorized entries will reflect the spirit of “Holiday Sing-Along” at the Thanksgiving Day parade on Thursday, Nov. 22.

For many spectators and participants, the parade has been an annual tradition for the past 28 years. The official name for the Chamber-sponsored parade is “Parada de Los Cerros.”

The event will step off at 9 a.m. at the corner of Saguaro and El Lago boulevards.

Marchers will head north along Saguaro Boulevard, turn west onto Palisades and end on La Montana Drive.

Parade marshal will be Chamber of Commerce events producer Sharon

Morgan. Chamber President/CEO Frank Ferrara said Morgan’s selection as marshal will pay tribute to her involvement in numerous town activities, including a term as mayor and the Chamber events producer for the two annual arts and crafts festivals.

Floats representing civic organizations and businesses; church or children affiliations, marching /walking groups, motorized and equestrian individuals or units will comprise the divisions. Santa Claus also is the last unit. Entries will be judged and prizes awarded to the best in each classification.

Participants are encouraged to include music to carry out the holiday theme.

Stones’ pal to speak A biographer of The Rolling Stones will speak Wednesday, Nov. 7.

Bill German, who has written two books about the Stones, is guest of Fountain Hills Library Association in the Author Series events. The presentation tentatively is to be held at the Fountain Hills Library at 7 p.m. The time and location could change after deadline for Let’s Go, so readers should check the Website for current information (www.fhla.net).

German’s second book, Under their

Thumb: How a Nice Boy from Brooklyn Got Mixed up with the Rolling Stones and Lived to Tell About It, will be discussed. As the publisher of a Stones-only magazine, Beggars Banquet, German spent years traveling with the Stones, staying in their homes and being in on recording sessions.

The Authors Series event with Bill German is free and open to the public.

Marshall Trimble, Arizona’s historian, appears Saturday, Dec. 1.

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Fort McDowell VP honored Bernadine Burnette, Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation vice president is a recipient of the Woman of the Year Award from the Phoenix Indian Center.

The award honors outstanding members from the American Indian communities in Arizona. Burnette, along with Linda Arnold with Pinnacle West Capital Corp. are Women of the Year. Dr. John Molina for the Yaqui community is Man of the Year.

FH PTO Boutique set for Nov. 3 Fountain Hills PTO is hosting is the second annual Shopping Boutique Saturday, Nov. 3.

Open to the public, the boutique will be held at Fountain Hills Middle School, 15414 N. McDowell Mountain Rd. (the north end of Fountain Hills Boulevard).

Some 55 businesses will be on hand with information, merchandise and activities.

The annual fundraiser enables the Fountain Hills PTO to provide extra funding for local schools.

The not-for-profit organization last year raised more than $54,000 throughout the year and donated classroom supplies such as iPod touches, books, printers, SmartBoards and more.

Admission to the Shopping Boutique is $2 per person, which includes a raffle ticket. Raffle prizes will be awarded throughout the day. The event will be held from 10 a.m.to 3 p.m.

Burnette has served as a female tribal leader for nearly 20 years. She is dedicated to sustaining a strong future for tribes through her work in tribal sovereignty and gaming. She was one of the original negotiators for Arizona’s tribal-state gaming compact.

She currently is secretary for the National Indian Gaming Association, a Western Regional delegate for the National Congress for American Indians and is an active participant in a number of state and local boards.

Recipients of other awards are Dr. Peterson Zah (Navajo), the Kent C. Ware Lifetime Achievement Award; Dr. Octaviana Trujillo (Yaqui), The Phyllis J. Bigpond Lifetime Achievement Award; The Navajo Times (Business of the Year Award); Steve Saffron, Friend of the Community Award; Trudie Jackson (Navajo) and Josefina Blas (Navajo), College Students of the Year; and Blackhawk Dodge (Navajo) and Zachary Cooper (Navajo), High School Students of the Year.

The recipients will be formally recognized at a banquet planned for Thursday, Nov. 15, at Tempe Mission Palms Resort.

Awardees are chosen through an open and competitive nomination process each year.

Santa and his elves will be working in Flagstaff this year at Arizona’s North Pole Experience.

Workshop magic in Flagstaff this year Santa and his elves will set up shop in Flagstaff this year.

Arizona’s North Pole Experience, which is home of Santa’s authentic workshop and one-of-a-kind Christmas adventure, is like a scene out of a holiday movie. A destination for all ages, families will enjoy all the activities which start with a magic trolley ride to the North Pole. Visitors will work side by side with Santa and his elves, then attend Elf University and visit Mrs. Claus’s bakery to eat cookies and snowman soup.

The North Pole Experience has

launched a new Website complete with a Little America reservation system, automated meal options and the ability to book tickets online. The North Pole Experience opens at Little America in Flagstaff Nov. 16, and remains open through Dec. 28.

Tickets are $55 for adults and $49 for children 18 months and up. Packages are available, which include accommodations and other amenities. Call (928) 735-7066 for tickets and more information, or visit www.northpoleexperience.com.

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George & Son’s most popular dish is Shrimp with Honey Glazed Walnuts. Other signature dishes include Citrus Chicken, Seafood Pockets and Spicy Crackling Calamari. The menu also offers many noodle dishes, a staple in Asian cooking. Lo Mein, Chow Mein and Pad Thai can be found at George & Son’s. Tofu dishes are also available. Spicier dishes include Kung Pao Three Seas, a combination of wonderful shrimp, scallops and fillet of fish and Dragon & Phoenix, a medley of shrimp and chicken all in a spicy sauce.

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The event will be held on the Scottsdale Waterfront, 7135 E. Camelback Rd., through Sunday, Nov. 18. The show is from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Sunday and until 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $5 for adults. A portion of the proceeds benefit the American Healing Arts Foundation and the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce.

The inaugural show features a fusion of world-class, jury selected artists displaying a variety of art forms from wood carvings

to hats and scarves and more. The streets will come alive with something for everyone from stocking stuffers, sculptured candles, glassware, local boutiques, Christmas elves, Christmas lit booths, oils, gift baskets fine crafts and more.

There also will be live musical entertainment, wine tasting and food. The European style Christmas market will feature roasting chestnuts, chocolates, baked apples, gingerbread house, candied apples and hot cocoa.

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Western ArtWalk is set The 23rd annual Western ArtWalk is back in town Thursday, Nov. 8. Presented by the Scottsdale Gallery Association in conjunction with the Phoenix Art Museum’s “West Select” sale and exhibition, Arizona Collector’s Guide and the City of Scottsdale, the ArtWalk is from 7 to 9 p.m. in downtown Scottsdale.

The ArtWalk sets the tone for a series of events slated for Nov. 8-ll, kicking off “Scottsdale Fall for the Arts” Week. The event includes the Phoenix Art Museum’s “West Select” sale Nov. 9, the Main Street Quick Draw Auction Nov. 10 in the af-

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Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, Scottsdale Public Arts and Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts also will have featured events.

Scottsdale ArtWalks are held each Thursday evening in the arts district, located west of Scottsdale Road along Main Street and Marshall Way, north of Indian School to Fifth Avenue. The events are free, and galleries host a variety of activities each week.

Talking Stick November events November is a busy month at Salt River Fields, the Pavilions at Talking Stick and The Talking Stick Resort.

Here is a lineup of activities for the month: Nov. 3 – Arizona Fall Baseball League Nov. 4 – Zumba Marathon at Scottsdale Street Fair Nov. 9 – Chrysalis Celebrity Golf Tournament Nov. 10 – Sports Explosion Nov. 11 – Honoring Our Veterans Day at Scottsdale Street Fair Nov. 13 – Asia Nov. 17 – Tailgate games Nov. 18 – Ronald McDonald House at Scottsdale Street Fair Nov. 25 – Black Sunday Discount Day at Scottsdale Street Fair Nov. 30 – Wine Dinner Nov. 30 – Holiday Extravaganza Begins. Enjoy a skating rink, bounce house, visits with Santa and more through Jan. 5, 2013.

Ongoing events include the Holiday Extravaganza, Arizona Fall Ball Family Fun Tuesdays, Thirsty Thursdays at Arizona Fall Ball, Dueling Pianos, McDonalds Rock ‘n’ Roll Car Show (every Saturday), Scottsdale Street Fair (every Sunday) and Boy Scout Troop #446 ElectronicFest (third Sunday of each month).

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by Bob Howard The Dave Thurston Improvised Comedy Club Location. Contact Information, Parking: Dave Thurston’s Improvised Comedy Club is located in the Renaissance Hotel at 9495 W. Coyotes Blvd., Glendale 85305.

The contact number to make reservations is (480) 784-7258 or the email is Dthurt1980@gmail.com. There is more than ample free parking all around the hotel. It is right next to the hockey arena in Glendale.

Show Times and Tickets: Show times are 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. every Friday and Saturday. Tickets cost $10.

Beverage and Food Service: The show is actually done in the Soliel Restaurant which can be entered directly from the lobby of the hotel. They have a full menu available for dinner but they have a happy hour menu just for the comedy show which is a great bargain with $3 draft beer and half price appetizers. We had the sweet potato fries and the steak quesadilla along with a beer and a glass of wine and the bill was less than $17. The food was excellent and we may go back some time just to have dinner.

The Venue: The room is a very long rectangle with an elevated stage on one of the long sides. Seating is around the dining tables but things can be rearranged for the size of your group. Lighting was good and all the performers could be seen, but sound was a bit of a challenge because the microphones were not staged to pick up the voices of the performers. If you sit in the middle of the room near the stage, it was not a problem, but those on the far ends of the room were not always in range of the voices. It was the first show, and Dave indicated they would be taking steps to correct the situation.

The Comedians: Dave Thurston is a long-time Valley favorite who has an extensive background in both improv comedy and standup. If you are interested in doing improv, he has written a book and does classes at Tempe Center for the Arts.

He has assembled a group of approximately 18 different improv comics which makes for endless combinations so that no two shows will be the same. This is very different than standup as the audience gets to participate by making suggestions of situations from which the comics construct a comedy scene. If you liked the Drew Carey series “Whose Line Is It Anyway,” this will be your cup of tea.

On opening night they had 12 members of the troupe on hand which made things a bit crowded on stage. Dave told me they would probably cut that back to six to eight performers in the future, which is more than enough for these kinds of shows.

The quality is going to vary from exercise to exercise, but the thing I liked was that they are making the effort to create a show that will not offend. Hence, there is an absence of four letter words or bathroom subject matter that pervade too many of the open mic shows. This is

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adult humor but they are going for the intelligent laugh as opposed to the shock value obscenity. If you want to get a good laugh and avoid the blue humor that is presented at so many comedy clubs, this is where you want to go.

Rating: CC+ It’s not a dedicated comedy room, but the surroundings are nice and the food was superior. Add this show to your list if you are looking for clean

comedy and something original. (*Note: Ratings are based on the overall quality of a club. CCC=best; CC=above average; C=average.)

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@jekelhoward.com. He appears at the Comedy Spot Friday, Nov. 2, at 8 and 10 p.m. The Comedy Spot is located at 7117 E. Third Ave. in Scottsdale. Get tickets at www. thecomedyspot.net.

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The Bay A found footage “documentary” revolving around a viral outbreak in Maryland that led to the deaths of countless fish and birds, as well as 700 human beings.

Starring: Andy Stahl Genre: Sci-Fi MPAA Rating: R for bloody images and language.

Flight An alcoholic pilot becomes a troubled hero when he safely lands a plane in the worst of conditions.

Starring: Denzel Washington Genre: Drama MPAA Rating: R for drug and alcohol abuse, language and nudity.

The Man with the Iron Fists A blacksmith, forced to create deadly weapons for two warring tribes, turns himself into the ultimate weapon in order to stop the senseless bloodshed in this story of east meets west and martial arts meets hip hop.

Starring: Lucy Liu, Russell Crowe, RZA, Jamie Chung Genre: Action MPAA Rating: R for bloody violence, sexuality and language.

Wreck-It Ralph A video game villain, bent on becoming the “good guy” just once in his life, abandons his game in order to become a

hero. In doing so, however, he accidentally unleashes an evil boss who threatens to destroy every game in the arcade.

Starring (voices): John C. Reilly, Jane Lynch, Sarah Silverman, Jack McBrayer Genre: Animation MPAA Rating: PG for rude humor.

Nov. 9 Nature Calls In an attempt to win back the respect of his scout troop, Randy Stevens puts together an unauthorized overnight camping trip into the woods that goes wrong in every conceivable way.

Starring: Rob Riggle, Johnny Knoxville, Patton Oswalt Genre: Comedy MPAA Rating: R for language and nudity.

The Twilight Saga: New Moon The Twilight Saga comes to a close as Bella vies for her rightful place among vampire-kind.

Starring: Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson Genre: Romance, Thriller MPAA Rating: PG-13 for sensuality and vampire violence.

Anna Karenina A woman begins to question her quiet, happy life of propriety when a new love interest begins to earn her attention in this adaptation of the Leo Tolstoy romantic classic.

Starring: Keira Knightley, Jude Law, Kelly Macdonald Genre: Drama MPAA Rating: R for some sexuality and violence.

Lincoln The story of President Abraham Lincoln and his controversial efforts to abolish slavery.

Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Tommy Lee Jones, Jared Harris Genre: Drama MPAA Rating: PG-13 for war violence, brief strong language.

007: Skyfall When M’s past paints her in an unfavorable light, James Bond must decide where his loyalties lie in a dangerous conflict that could destroy MI6.

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Rise of the Guardians Santa, the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy, the Sandman and Jack Frost must unite in order to save the world from Pitch, an evil spirit who aims to take over the world by haunting the dreams of children.

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John O’Flynn Activity Center The John O’Flynn Activity Center will hold a flu shot clinic Thursday, Nov. 8.

Mollen Immunization Clinic will be on hand from 10 a.m. 50 2 p.m. at the Community Center to administer the vaccines. Influenza/H1N1 and pneumonia shots will be given. Flu shots are $25, and pneumonia shots are $75.

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Other upcoming activities for November:

Special Events: Note: Special presentations are free for Activity Center Members, $5 for non-members. Preregistration required unless noted otherwise.

Great Decisions: Thursdays, 2:30-5 p.m. Topics: Nov. 1-Mexico; Nov. 8-State of the Oceans; Nov. 15-Indonesia; Nov. 29-Energy Geopolitics. Reference Course #6099.

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Asteroids, Ion Propulsion and NASA’s Mission to Vesta presented by Dr. David Williams, Arizona State University (participating scientist on NASA’s Dawn Mission to Vesta), Thursday, Nov. 15 from 2-3 p.m. Reference Course #6102.

Heard Museum presentation on “Art of the Southwest,” Wednesday, Dec. 5 from 2-3 p.m. Reference Course #6101.

Phoenix Art Museum, Thursday, December 13 from 2-3 p.m. Topic is, “American History Through Its Artists” presented by Docent, JoAnne Stewart.

Reference Course #6157.

Regular Activities Note: Activity Center membership is required.

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

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

Sunday Mornings Family Worship Service • 9 am Adult Bible Study • 10:30 am Sunday School •10:30am Nursery Available

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Armchair Travelogue, third Wednesdays, 9-10:30 a.m. Topic to be discussed is, “Christmas in Arizona.”

Desert Beekeepers, A Sherlock Holmes Book Club, “The Cardboard Box” is the topic for the Nov. 16 meeting.

Meetings are held 3-5 p.m. No pre-registration required.

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.

Note: Activity Center membership is required.

Weekly: 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, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Bridge (contract-intermediate), 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 Advanced Bridge, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 a.m.-noon.

Trips:

Stop by the Activity Center to pick up flyers on day and overnight trip offerings.

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.

Donations of wheelchairs requested.

Please bring to the Activity Center.

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

The Activity Center is located in the Fountain Hills Community Center, 13001 N. La Montana Drive. (480) 816-5226.

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In-Home Concerts

Tickets for series on sale The Hills will soon be alive with the sound of music.

The 22nd season of the Fountain Hills In-Home Concert Series gets under way in January. These concerts are held in Fountain Hills homes, providing intimate venues for both the classical series and the jazz series.

The series committee, chaired by Carol Coates, has started its campaign for ticket sales and will be sending letters announcing the program in the coming days.

“We are mailing letters to members of the Fountain Hills Cultural and Civic Association, past patrons and people who have asked to be on our mailing list,” Coates said. “But we want to let other people know about these series.”

The In-House Concerts can be purchased as a series of either jazz or classical events or both, or individually.

Tickets for either the classical or the jazz series are $50. Individual tickets are $20.

Jazz concerts this season include Kandu Band, a five-piece jazz band with vocals (Jan. 13); Eddie Madden, jazz piano and vocals (Feb. 10); and Darlene Koldenhoven, Grammy Award-winning jazz vocalist (March 3).

Classical shows include the Tetra String Quartet, consisting of two violins, viola and cello (Jan. 27); Eckart Sellheim and Dian Baker, “four hands: Fortepiano and Baby Grand Piano (Feb. 17); and Walter Cosand and Ben Whitehouse, Steinway

piano artist and violin duo (March 24).

Concerts are held Sundays, starting at 4 p.m. Seating is limited, and tickets can be reserved by calling Jean Linzer, (480) 837-0762.

Other committee members include Cathy Stob and Bev Tall, in addition to Coates and Linzer.

Ballet Arizona opens season with Giselle Ballet Arizona opens its season Nov. 1 with Giselle.

In its 33rd season, Ballet Arizona is dedicated to preserving and celebrating classical dance as new innovative works are created. Under the artistic direction of internationally acclaimed choreographer Ib Andersen, Ballet Arizona follows his lead to the future of dance in Arizona.

Giselle is one of the most beautiful and moving story ballets of all time.

It will be on stage at Phoenix Symphony Hall through Nov. 4.

The beloved Nutcracker opens Dec. 7 and continues through Dec. 24.

For tickets and other information, call (602) 381-1096, visit in person at the box office at 3645 E. Indian School Rd., or online at ticketmaster.com/baz. Single

Eddie Palmieri of the hottest young Latin bands today, will perform a free outdoor concert. The band’s members were classically trained in Cuba’s premier conservatories and are the heirs to their native country’s rich traditions in music.

Additional information about the weekend and tickets for the Palmieri show are available online at www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org or at (480) 499-8587.

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The Eddie Palmieri Salsa Orchestra kicks off La Gran Fiesta with a concert Friday, Nov. 2, at 8 p.m. at the Virginia G. Piper Theater. Tickets are $29, $39 and $59. Free salsa lessons and an open dance will be offered in the atrium at 6:30 p.m.

Beginning at noon Saturday, Nov. 3, Scottsdale Civic Center Park will serve as the venue for the sights, sounds and tastes of La Gran Fiesta, a free community festival featuring performances

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usic is an international language, and Country Superstar Taylor Swift speaks it fluently.

The Musical Instrument Museum hopes her popularity translates to young people visiting the museum to see the special exhibit featuring Taylor Swift memorabilia, including the dress and boots she wore in her first music video and the sparkly red Les Paul guitar she played in her Speak Now Tour in 2011.

The special exhibit opened Oct. 20 and continues through August 2013.

Taylor Swift, the 22-year-old country pop phenom,

And the MIM believes Swift’s likability and positive influence will draw young people to the museum.

“We are sure this exhibition will bring in a younger audience,” said David Wegehaupt, curatorial assistant at the MIM. “Taylor writes her own songs and music, and is an inspiration to young people.”

The MIM is located at 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. in Phoenix. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tickets are $18 for general admission; $14 for teens, $10 for children ages four to 12, and children under three are free. Call (480) 478-6000 or visit www.mim.org for more information.

started her professional music career in 2006. Her first album, Taylor Swift, was released in 2006. Her newest album, her fourth is Red, was released Oct. 22. Swift is a prolific songwriter, having written nearly every song on each of her albums.

Her music and success has been met with almost all positive reviews and respect from industry pros.

While there is some disdain for what she has accomplished, Stevie Nicks said in Time magazine that with Swift, “The female rock-n’-roll-country-pop songwriter is back, and her name is Taylor Swift. And it’s women like her who are going to save the music business.”

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Taylor Swift is one of the most popular entertainers in the world today. A collection of her dresses, instruments and other memorabilia are on display at the Musical Instrument Museum, including this Roberto Cavalli dress Swift wore in her Speak Now World Tour.

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Fountain Hills Library Fountain Hills Library has a busy November planned for patrons of all ages.

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.

Regular Events

Children Happily Ever after on Thursday Nov. 1, 8, 15 – 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. “Babies� is the theme for November. Conference Room.

Lightbulb Lab Saturday, Nov. 3, 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 November lab features “Cool Crystals.� Conference Room.

Once upon a Monday Nov. 5, 19, 26, 10-11 a.m.

Preschoolers are invited each Monday for stories, activities and crafts.

The theme this month is “Folklore.� Conference Room.

Astro Force Mondays, Nov. 5, 19, 26, 4-5 p.m.

Registration is required. This hour-long weekly program is for children ages 7 to 11 and is led by teen mentors. Cadets participate in creative and character-building activities. Completing each session earns cadets a new badge or decoration. By the end of the program, participants will have learned life-long

lessons in civic leadership, team building and character development including team building activities, public speaking, choreography maneuvers, gaming, arts and crafts and knot tying.

Axe Capoeira Saturday, Nov. 17, 4-4:45 p.m.

Axe Capoeira Arizona presents the movement and music of Afro-Brazilian martial art. Performers incorporate music, acrobatics, dance and self-defense.

All Ages

Music in the Library – Matthew Gurnsey, “The Kilted Man�

Saturday, Nov. 3, 2-3 p.m.

Veteran performer Matthew Gurnsey delights audiences with his rousing performances of traditional Irish and Scottish music. Gurnsey performs on a number of traditional Celtic instruments including the concertina, bodhran and others, and sings in a stirringly rich bass voice. Reading Lounge.

E-Device Support Saturday, Nov. 10 and 24, 12:30-2 p.m.

The library is offering help to those who need support downloading library items to an e-reader, tablet, smart phone or other e-device. The library has assistance available on alternating Saturdays in the Reading Lounge near the window.

Music in the Library – Scott Hallock Saturday, Oct. 27, 2-3:30 p.m.

Scott Hallock is an acoustic guitarist/singer/songwriter and professional entertainer who is well-known on the Arizona music scene. He plays his own music, in addition to more than 200 cover songs from the ‘60s, ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘9s and the 21st century. Reading Lounge.

Teens

Guitar Club (Performance, not instruction) Thursdays, Nov. 1, 8, 15 and 29, 3:454:45 p.m.

Library Friends holding book sale Nov. 3

The Fountain Hills Library Resale Book Shop is holding a one-day book sale Saturday, Nov. 3.

The event will be from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the library lobby. More than 1,000 hardcover best sellers will be available for two books for $2. Additionally, a large selection of collectibles

will be available at low prices, and paperbacks will be sold at three books for $1.

The Book Shop is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. adjacent to the library lobby. The library is located at 12901 N. LaMontana

Guitar enthusiasts can come out and jam in Centennial Courtyard outside the library. In addition to playing, participants may discuss trends, theories, tricks, tips and techniques.

Game On Friday, Nov. 2 and 16, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Bring your remotes, consoles and games, rated E or T. No M or firstperson shooters. Play Xbox, Playstation, Wii, Nintendo, Zxlboi Bowling: Foosball.

Snacks provided. Conference Room.

Astro Force Planning Committee Wednesday, Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28, 3:30-5 p.m.

Help plan events for the Astro Force Program. Conference Room.

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Stay cool with Anime film screening.

Teen Council Wednesday, Oct. 31 and Nov. 28, 3:304:15 p.m.

Fountain Hills Branch Library wants teens to participate on its teen council. Be a part of planning activities, scheduling performances and creating a cozy teen corner in the Library.

Teen Book Club Wednesday, Oct. 31 and Nov. 28, 4:154:30 p.m.

This book club focuses on teen classics from Animal Farm to Zorro.

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

Fifth Annual “A Gathering of Legends” Commemorative Air Force Aviation Museum Mesa (480) 924-1940 www.azcaf.org Nov. 9-11 A Veterans Day Open House features aviation veterans relating their experiences from WWII through today. Educational exhibits, flyovers, speakers. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $3-$10.

Art Art on the Avenue & Farmers Market Avenue of the Fountains - Fountain Hills Thursdays 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.

44th Annual Fall Festival of the Arts Mill Avenue - Tempe (480) 967-4877 www.tempefestivalofthearts.com Nov. 30 through Dec. 2 Largest arts and crafts festival in the southwest. 10 a.m.-dusk. Free.

38th Annual Fountain Festival of Arts and Crafts

Art in the Park Plaza Fountainside - Fountain Hills www.fountainhillsartleague.com/artwalk.html Nov. 3 Enjoy the work of local artists on the patio overlooking the Fountain. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

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Avenue of the Fountains Fountain Hills (480) 837-1654 www.fountainhillschamber.com Nov. 9-11 Some 470 arts and crafts booths, food, competitive, juried gallery of arts and crafts, live entertainment, food. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

Fountain Hills Library www.mcldaz.org Nov. 7 Bill German, author of Under Their Thumb: How a Nice Boy from Brooklyn Go Mixed Up with the Rolling Stones and Lived to Tell about It, will talk about this second Stones biography.

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16th Annual Hidden in the Hills Artists Studio Tour

Phoenix (602) 321-5536 http://southscottsdaleartalliance.org Nov. 2-4 See artists creating their work and shop for original pieces at affordable prices. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Cave Creek (623) 734-6526 www.vermillionpromotions.com Nov. 23-25 Juried fine arts and crafts, wine tasting, musical entertainment. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

Superstition Mountain Art League Fountain Hills Artists Gallery (480) 836-9919 www.fountainhillsartistsgallery.com Nov. 8 Meet and talk with artists from the Superstition Mountain Art League. 5-7 p.m. Free admission.

19th Annual Carefree Fine Art and Wine Festival

Annual Camelback Studio Tour

Fourth Annual Stagecoach Village Holiday Festival of Art

Wine & Cheese Reception

English Rose Tea Room - Carefree Through Dec. 31 View and purchase artwork created by Sonoran Arts League. Free.

Downtown Carefree (480) 837-5637 www.thunderbirdartists.com Nov. 2-4 More than 165 artists will display their works. Live musical entertainment. Wine and microbrew tasting, gourmet food and chocolates. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5 admission ($1 is donated to American Healing Arts Foundation).

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Scottsdale Arts District (480) 990-3939 www.scottsdalegalleries.com Nov. 8 Top western artists will have works displayed at dozens of galleries. Receptions, demonstrations, music. 7-9 p.m. Free.

Scottsdale Waterfront (480) 837-5637 www.thunderbirdartists.com Nov. 16-18 A fusion of world-class, jury selected artists will display original artworks. Live music, wine tasting, food, more. 10 a.m.- 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. $5 for adults. $10 for wine tasting.

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Cave Creek/Carefree www/sonoranartsleague.org Nov. 16-18, Nov. 23-25 Self-guided tour of 35-40 art studios featuring more than 125 arts. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

19th Annual ArtFest of Scottsdale Scottsdale Civic Center Plaza (480) 968-5353 www.888artfest.com Nov. 17-18 More than 200 juried artists and craftspeople from the across the country appear. Live music, international foods, family area, more.

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Arts and Crafts Festival Frontier Town - Cave Creek (602) 789-7222 www.dixiegreenpromotions.com Nov. 23-25 Elaborate and decorative handcrafted items by artists from around the southwest. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

12 and 24 Hours of Fury McDowell Mountain Regional Park Fountain Hills www.4peaksracing.com Nov. 3-4 Presented by Bicycle Ranch, this premier endurance mountain bike event, consists of loops around the perimeter of the Competitive Track. The most loops in 12 or 24 hours wins.

Fourth Annual Cave Creek Bicycle Festival www.cavecreekbicyclefestival.com Nov. 10 Mountain bike race, discovery road ride, vendor fair, beer garden, outdoor movie, concert, more.

McDowell Mountain Cycling Tour Serano Park - Cave Creek www.azbikeclub.com Nov. 10 Most difficult organized Century Ride in Maricopa County. Metric century ride, 100mile, 62- and 30-mile rides. SAG vehicles, rest stops, well-marked route.

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Napa Auto Parts IHBA World Finals Firebird International Raceway - Chandler (602) 268-0200 www.firebirdraceway.com Nov. 2-4 Largest professional drag boat race in the country. Season finale. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $10-$41.

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Carnivals Fountain Hills Carnival Avenue of the Fountains (480) 837-9661 www.fhtaz.org Nov. 1-4 Rides and fun for the whole family. Benefits the Fountain Hills Theater. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

wine producers gather to showcase their finest wines.1-5 p.m. $65.

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Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org Nov. 3 A free outdoor concert with the popular Cuban music group as part of La Gran Fiesta: A Celebration of Latin and Hispanic Culture.

Fort McDowell (480) 816-6465 www.formcdowelladventures.com Fridays Each Friday afternoon, Fort McDowell Adventures offers a variety of fun events including cattle drives, Jeep tours, cultural tours, kayaking and more. 4 p.m.

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Mesa Arts Center (602) 712-8889 www.aaaa-az.org Nov. 3-4 Ethnic cuisine, arts and crafts, martial arts demos, cultural dances, music, costumes, more. Saturday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

Fort McDowell Adventures Fort McDowell (480) 816-6465 www.formcdowelladventures.com Every Friday, Labor Day through Memorial Day Live entertainment, horseshoes, games, wagon rides, hot dogs, brats, beer, s’mores available for purchase. Groups of 10 or more can call for reserved seating and package options. The last Friday of each month is Adult Education from 8 p.m. to midnight (must be 21 or older). 5-10 p.m. Free admission.

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15th Annual Southwest National Good Guys Rod and Custom Car Show WestWorld of Scottsdale (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com Nov. 16-18 More than 2,500 rods, customs, classics and muscle cars and trucks through 1972 vintage. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; until 3 p.m. Sunday. $6$18.

Circuses Shrine Circus WestWorld of Scottsdale (602) 231-0300 www.scottsdaleaz.gov/ Nov. 30 through Dec. 2 Clowns, trapeze, animals. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Culinary Chiles and Chocolate Festival Desert Botanical Garden - Phoenix (480) 941-1225 www.dbg.org Nov. 9-12 Celebrate the unique tastes of the southwest while wandering through the open air market. Sample gourmet chocolates and zesty salsas. All products available for sale. Cooking demonstrations, entertainment. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $8-$18.

Annual Arizona Wine Growers Festival at the Farm The Farm at South Mountain - Phoenix www.azwinefestivalatthefarm.com Nov. 17 Arizona’s own wine grape farmers and

11th Annual Spanish Market Heard Museum Phoenix (602) 252-8848 www.heard.org/spanishmarket Nov. 10-11 Artwork by leading Hispanic artists from Arizona and New Mexico. Music and dance performances. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free with museum admission.

Fort McDowell Orme Dam Victory Days FMIC Rodeo Grounds (480) 816-7162 www.ftmcdowell.org Nov. 16-18 All Indian rodeo, pow wow, Yavapai Village, cultural performances, parade, food, golf, softball, basketball, BMX racing, dance, concerts, more. Most events are free admission.

Sesame Street Live: Elmo’s Super Heroes Comerica Theater Phoenix www.livenation.com Nov. 16-18

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

Dance

Festivals

Giselle

Pumpkin Days & Fall Maze

Phoenix Symphony Hall (602) 381-1096 www.balletaz.org Nov. 1-4 The ultimate ballet of the Romantic era. $26-$156.

Garth Fagan Dance Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org Nov. 16 Led by the Tony Award-winning choreographer of Disney’s The Lion King.

Tolmachoff Farms Glendale (623) 386-1301 www.tolmachoff-farms.com Through Nov. 11 The six-acre family farm features corn mazes, pumpkin patch, petting zoo, train rides on weekend ($2), hayrides, play area, more. $7.

43rd Annual Fall Festival Eldorado Park - Scottsdale (480) 312-0217 www.scottsdaleaz.gov Oct. 31 Some 25 game booths, costume contests, live performances, giveaways, food vendors, bounce houses, haunted forest, fireworks. 6-9 p.m. Free.

10th Annual Arizona Wild West Days Cave Creek (480) 437-1196 www.wildwestdayscavecreek.com Nov. 2-4 Live entertainment, gunfighters, cowboy poets, thieves market, parade, pig races, much more. Free.

Second Annual Gun Down

by Sundown Downtown Cave Creek http://wildwestdayscavecreek.com Nov. 2-4 Showcases numerous gunfighter groups from the state and country. Gunfighters will stage and perform gunfights twice a day on the main stage known as Blood Creek.

10th Annual American Heritage Festival Schnepf Farms Queen Creek www.americanheritagefestival.com Nov. 16-18 Celebrations the country’s heritage. Reenactments, living history demonstrations, food, shopping. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $15.

The Big Heap Vintage and Handmade Festival Cave Creek www.thebigheap.com Nov. 16-18 Features some of the best hand-selected vendors from throughout the country. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fundraisers FHPTO’s Boutique Extravaganza Fountain Hills Middle School (602) 550-7339 Nov. 3 The second annual Shopping Boutique helps promote Fountain Hills businesses while helping the schools and students.

10 a.m.-3 p.m.

PLAY Salt River Fields - Scottsdale www.bgcs.org Nov. 10 One of the Valley’s newest music and tasting events features a concert with Eddie Money, fireworks, food, wine and spirits. For those 21 and older. Gates open at 6:45 p.m.

Activities begin at 7 p.m. Post-party, 11 p.m. $20-$150. Benefits The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Scottsdale.

ArmeniaFEST 2012 Saint Apkar Armenian Church Cultural Center grounds - Scottsdale www.saintapkar.com Nov. 10-12 Visitors will experience the sights, sounds

LET’S GO! November 2012 and flavors of Armenia, featuring homemade traditional Armenian foods and desserts, Armenian folk dancing, Armenian music, wine, beer and cognac, boutiques, art exhibit by local Armenian artists. Saturday, Nov. 10, 11a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 11, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $2.

2012 Fight for Air Climb Renaissance Square Phoenix (602) 429-0007 Nov. 18 Benefits the American Lung Association. 8 a.m.

Gardening Organic Gardening Scottsdale Community College (480) 423-6100 Nov. 4-25 Jeffrey Schiller is teaching a class at SCC to help gardeners successfully grow an organic vegetable garden in Scottsdale. One credit course; Section: WED 195AB; Class: 38250) Sundays, noon-4:30 p.m. $76.

Golf

Holidays Little America - Flagstaff www.northpoleexperience.com Nov. 16 through Dec. 28 A family-focused holiday attraction featuring behind-the-scenes at Santa’s workshop.

ASU Gammage Tempe (480) 965-3434 http://asugammage.com Nov. 27 through Dec. 2 In the holiday tradition of the “Osmond Family Christmas” TV specials.

20th Annual Arizona’s Largest Gingerbread Village

34th Annual Las Noches de las Luminarias

North Pole Experience

Prescott Resort and Conference Center (928) 776-1666 www.prescottresort.com Nov. 17 through Jan. 1, 2013 More than 100 edible and enchanting castles, houses, estates and more. Free.

Thanksgiving Day Harvest Feast Heard Museum Phoenix www.heard.org Nov. 22 Celebrate Thanksgiving Day with family and friends. Chef Freddie Bitsoie bridges American Indian culture and professional kitchen expertise as he prepares an inspired menu using indigenous ingredients. 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Hobbies 15th Annual Great Rubber Stamp Fall Fiesta Mesa Convention Center www.rubberstampevents.com Nov. 3-4 Classes, lectures, booth demonstrations.

Door prizes.

Eighth Annual Rim Country Quilt Roundup Mazatzal Casino Exhibition Hall Payson http://rimcountryquiltroundup.com Nov. 9-11 Juried and judged awards, workshops, lectures, vendors, prizes, appraisals. Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Desert Botanical Garden Phoenix (480) 481-8188 www.dbg.org Nov. 30 through Dec. 30 Thousands of hand-lit luminarias line the garden pathways. Musical entertainment each night. Additional buffet dinner is available. 5:30 p.m. $12.50-$25.

Holiday Extravaganza The Pavilions at Talking Stick Scottsdale www.saltriverfields.com Nov. 30 through Jan. 5, 2013 Enjoy a skating rink, bounce house, visits with Santa and much more.

Horses

CiPAAS Open Charity Golf Tournament Rio Verde Country Club (480) 614-8929 www.cipaas.org Nov. 10 Includes live and silent auctionas, contests, prizes, raffle, luncheon, special guests.

Benefits Scottsdale Police Department. 8:30 a.m. shotgun start/shamble. $100/golfer, $29/ non-golfer.

Donnie and Marie: Christmas in Arizona

20th Annual ZooLights Phoenix Zoo (602) 273-1341 www.phoenixzoo.org Nov. 22 through Jan. 6, 2013 More than 3/5 million lights in 600 sculptures unique to the zoo. Live animals are not on exhibit. 6-10 p.m. $7-$12.

32nd Annual Arizona Temple Christmas Lighting Mesa (480) 964-7164 www.mesachristmaslights.com Nov. 23 through Dec. 31 Hundreds of thousands of lights in the garden. Special music performances each evening at 7 p.m. Lighting from 5:30 p.m. Free.

Fantasy of Lights Opening Night Parade Mill Avenue Tempe www.downtowntempe.com Nov. 24 This year’s theme is Starry Night. After the parade, Santa makes a visit. 6 p.m. Free.

Nutcracker Chandler Center for the Arts http://chandlercenter.org Nov. 25 through Dec. 4 The 26th anniversary production of Ballet Etudes. $20-$25.

Arizona Dressage Association State Championship and Fall Fiesta Scottsdale WestWorld (602) 942-6062 www.azdressage.org Nov. 3-4 This Olympic sport features horses and riders competing by riding a pattern in an arena. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

American Cup Championship Arabian Horse Show Scottsdale WestWorld (480) 515-1500 www.scottsdaleaz.gov/westworld Nov. 9-11 See Arabians, half-Arabian/Anglo-Arabian horses compete. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Free.

Arizona State Ponies of the Americas WestWorld of Scottsdale (480) 312-6802 www.azpoac.com Nov. 10 A one-day horse show featuring the Ponies of the Americas breed. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

Arizona Reining Horse Association Autumn Slide WestWorld of Scottsdale (480) 312-6802 www.scottsdaleaz.gov/westworld/events Nov. 11 Reining competition requires riders to

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guide their horses through a precise pattern of circles, spins and stops. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

Arizona Season Finale Hunter Jumper Competition WestWorld of Scottsdale (480) 312-6802 www.cepshows.com Nov. 14-18 Beautiful horses and skilled competitors. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Free.

Arizona Paint Horse Club Scottsdale WestWorld (480) 312-6802 www.azpaints.org Nov. 24-25 Arizona Harvest of Color event.

Show Circuit All-Breed Horse Show Scottsdale WestWorld (480) 488-5711 www.sundustaz.com Nov. 25 All breeds including Pintos, paints, Quarter horses, Arabians, Saddlebreds, Friesans and others.

Ironman Ford Ironman Arizona Tempe Beach Park (888) 280-9097 www.ironmanarizona.com Nov. 18 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride, 26.2 mile run.

Marathons Women’s Half Marathon Scottsdale/Tempe www.womenshalfmarathon.com/scottsdaletempe Nov. 4 One-of-a-kind finishers medal with removable charm, the ultimate goodie bag, shopper friendly women’s specific expo, fashion show, cookie café, pre-race expo and post-race party.

Shun the Sun Half Marathon Hohokam Stadium Mesa www.shunthesun.org Nov. 10 10K, 5K and Fun Run. 7 a.m.

Motorcycles Eighth Annual Rip’s BAD Ride Arizona Motorcycle Ride & Festival Mesa (520) 795-3711, ext. 7112 www.ripsbadride.com Nov. 3 A family-friendly event to raise awareness

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and money for the American Diabetes Association. All bikes are welcome; multiple start sites around Phoenix metro. $20-$35.

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

Nov. 2 Led by the Sun of Latin Music as part of La Gran Fiesta: A Celebration of Latin and Hispanic Culture.

Michael Feinstein Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org Performs the music of the Gershwins.

Branford Marsalis The MIM Phoenix www.themim.org Nov. 13 Grammy award-winning saxophonist and Tony Award nominee.

Fireside Grill at the Holiday Inn Fountain Hills www.jazzinthehills.info Every Friday Fridays, join jazz lovers in an intimate setting for great music and company. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. $5; students free.

Jake Shimabukuro

Wine and Music

Judy Collins

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.

The MIM Phoenix www.themim.org Nov. 16 Folk, pop and art music maven performs original material and hits from artists like the Beatles.

Live Music on the Sunset Cruise

Rush

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

US Airways Center - Phoenix www.livenation.com Nov. 25 Clockwork Angels Tour. 7:30 p.m. $71.50$105.50.

Eric Church – The Blood, Sweat and Beers Tour

Jogji Hip-Hop Foundation Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org Nov. 27 Cutting-edge mix of new urban rap and ancient Javanese music and poetry.

Jobing.com Arena www.ticketsforcharity.com Nov. 2 Special guests Justin Moore and Kip Moore.

Music in the Garden Fall Concert Series Desert Botanical Garden Phoenix (480) 481-8188 www.dbg.org Nov. 2, Nov. 9, Nov. 16, Each week features a different band. Dinner is available for an additional charge. Guests must be 21. Includes Garden admission. 7 p.m. $15-$21.

Eddie Palmieri Salsa Orchestra with Herman Olivera Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org

The MIM Phoenix www.themim.org Nov. 15 Shimabukuro has earned comparisons to the likes of Jimi Hendrix and Miles Davis – on the ukulele.

Musical Interlude Series The MIM Phoenix http://herbergerinstitute.asu.edu Nov. 28 Contemporary Percussion Ensemble featuring percussionists from the School of Music at ASU present a variety of solo and ensemble compositions. 10:30 a.m.

ASU Pan Devils Steel Band Katzin Concert Hall Tempe http://herbergerinstitute.asu.edu Nov. 30 Traditional music from Trinidad and beyond.

7:30 p.m. Free.

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NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Practice & NASCAR K&N Pro Series

Thanksgiving Day Parade

Phoenix International Raceway Avondale www.phoenixraceway.com Nov. 8 Part of the 500 weekend. 3 p.m.

Lucas Oil 150 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Race Phoenix International Raceway Avondale www.phoenixraceway.com Nov. 9 Gates open at 9 a.m.

NASCAR 200 Phoenix International Raceway Avondale www.phoenixraceway.com Nov. 10 NASCAR Nationwide Series racing returns with up-and-coming stars as they battle the best of the Cup Series. 200 laps, 200 miles.

2:30 p.m. $5-$79.

Saguaro Boulevard Fountain Hills (480) 837-1654 www.fountainhillschamber.com Nov. 22 The state’s only Thanksgiving Day parade with up to 75 units including bands, floats and marching units. 9 a.m. Free.

Runs / Walks Great Arizona Grape Stomp Fountain Hills Nov. 3 www.arizonawine.org A series of 5K Fun Runs will take place across the state, benefitting the Arizona Wine Growers Association. 8 a.m. $35.

Phoenix Walk on the Wild Side Phoenix Zoo http://walkaza.nationalmssociety.org Nov. 3 5-mile, 3-mile, 1-mile walks. Benefits the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. 8 a.m.

Phoenix 500 Phoenix International Raceway Avondale www.phoenixraceway.com Nov. 11 Includes the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. 312 laps, 312 miles, 500K. 1:15 p.m. $15-$88.

JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes

Nature

Tempe Beach Park http://walk.jdrf.org Nov. 3 5K. Registration at 7:30 a.m., walk at 8 a.m.

Life in the Desert Fair Fountain Park Fountain Hills (480) 471-0173, ext. 201 Learn about the McDowell Mountain Preserve, McDowell Sonoran Preserve and McDowell Mountain Regional Park. Experts talk about hiking and other outdoor activities.

Live critters, artists, photographers. More.

Desert Bird Tours Deer Valley Rock Art Center Phoenix (623) 582-8007 http://dvrac.asu.edu Nov. 7, 14, 28 Join Docent Jo Brookshier for a walk along the center’s trail to learn about the Sonoran Desert birds. 9-10 a.m. $7, $4 for seniors, $3 for children. Reservations required.

37th Annual 3TV Phoenix 10K CityScape - Phoenix (602) 751-6692 www.phoenix10K.com Nov. 4 10K, 5K run/walk, wheelchair 10K, team challenge, costume contest, free kids’ dash, vendors and after-race celebrations. 8 a.m. $25-$35.

Seventh Annual Step-N-Out Kiwanis Park - Tempe www.raceplaceevents.com Nov. 4 5K run, 1 mile fun run/walk, flat and fast.

Benefits Pancreatic Cancer Research at TGen. 9 a.m.

Congenital Heart Walk and 5K Run Tempe Diablo Stadium http://congenitalheartwalk.org Nov. 4 3 route options: 1 mile family walk, 5K fitness walk or 5K run. Registration opens at 8 a.m.; opening ceremonies, 8:30 a.m.; 5K participants start at 9 a.m.; family walk starts at 9:05 a.m.

LET’S GO! November 2012 Greater Phoenix Light the Night Walk Tempe Arts Park www.lightthenight.org/dm Nov. 10 Benefits Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. 5 p.m. registration.

Mad Mud Run MacDonalds Ranch Scottsdale www.madmudrun.com Nov. 17 Four miles of action-packed excitement through a marked course passing through multiple obstacles including mud pit. Mudpuppy Splash for kids. $55-$65.

Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run and Fitness Walk Fountain Hills Community Center www.fh.az.gov/special-events.aspx Nov. 22 Awards to top two finishers in various age divisions. 7:30 a.m. $10-$30.

Sports Fifth Annual Sports Explosion Salt River Fields at Talking Stick Scottsdale www.phoenixwomenssports.org Nov. 10 Interactive, educational event for all ages and abilities. Family “Day of Play” features booths, demonstrations, clinics and more.

10 a.m.-2 p.m.

State Fair 128th Annual Arizona State Fair Phoenix www.azstatefair.com Through Nov. 4 Family entertainment, animals, food, rides, top-notch concerts, exhibits, rodeo, more.

New attractions, new rides. Tuesday through Sunday. $5-$10.

Theater And Then There Were None Fountain Hills Theater (480) 837-9661, ext. 3 www.fhtaz.org Through Nov. 11 From the story by Agatha Christie comes the stage play of her novel “Ten Little Indians.”

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

Into the Woods Desert Stages Theater - Scottsdale (480) 483-1664 www.desertstages.org Through Nov. 14

A Mainstage production with fairytale characters and big adventures. 7:30 and 2 p.m. $22-$25.

Oklahoma Arizona Broadway Theater Peoria (623) 776-8400 www.azbroadway.org Through Nov. 18 The story of Laurey and two rivals for her affection. The theater favorite ushered in the Golden Age of American Musical Theater. $49$85 (with meal); $29-$59 (show only).

The Giver Tempe Center for the Arts Studio (480) 921-5700 www.childsplayaz.org Through Nov. 11 Adaptation of Lois Lowry’s novel, the story of Jonas, who lives in a perfect world until he is 12 when he is exposed to harsh truths about his society, discover what it means to grow up and take charge of your own future.

Recommended for children ages 9 and up.

Performances at 1 and 4 p.m.

The Last of the Red Hot Lovers Desert Stages Theater Scottsdale (480) 483-1664 www.desertstages.org Nov. 9 through Jan. 13, 2013 An Actor’s Café production featuring Neil Simon’s classic comedy. A middle-aged married man undergoes a lustful midlife crisis and attempts to take part in a sexual revolution before it’s too late. 7:30 and 2 p.m. $22-$25.

Anything Goes ASU Gammage Tempe (480) 965-3434 http://asugammage.com Nov. 13-18 Cole Porter first class comedy with some of musical theater’s most memorable standards.

Seussical Jr. Desert Stages Theater Scottsdale (480) 483-1664 www.desertstages.org Nov. 16 through Dec. 16 A musical extravaganza featuring some of Dr. Seuss’ most memorable characters. 7:30, 1 and 3 p.m. $12-$15.

The Capitol Steps Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (480) 499-8587 www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org Nov. 24-25 The season’s annual political statement told as only “The Steps” can tell it.

Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells!

Tempe Center for the Arts (480) 921-5700 www.childsplayaz.org Nov. 25 through Dec. 23 Based on Barbara Park’s book, Junie B. and her holiday hijinks will leave kids laughing for days. Recommended for children five and up. 1 and 4 p.m.

Nutcracker Men in Tights Silver Star Playhouse (formerly Broadway Palm Dinner Theater) Mesa (480) 325-6700 Nov. 29 through Dec. 27 The grand opening production for the Silver Star Playhouse, the show is billed as the “craziest version of The Nutcracker you have ever seen.”

Christmas Jukebox Fountain Hills Theater (480) 837-9661 www.fhtaz.org Nov. 30 through Dec. 23 One of a kind holiday musical where the audience is invited to select their favorites from a giant jukebox. 8 and 2 p.m. $15-$20.

A Winnie the Pooh Christmas Tail Valley Youth Theater Phoenix (602) 253-8188 http://vyt.com Nov. 30 through Dec. 23 A family holiday favorite and a valley tradition, Pooh, Piglet and the whole gang from the Hundred-Acre Wood help Eeyore learn about friendship and the spirit of giving.

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Trains Polar Express Grand Canyon Railway Williams (800) 843-8724 www.thetrain.com Nov. 9 through Jan. 5, 2013 Guests will enjoy treats and the reading of the classic Christmas story during a one-hour evening train ride. 3:30, 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. $20-$32.

Wild West Wine & Food Fest Clarkdale (800) 293-7245 www.verdecanyonrr.com Nov. 10 Verde Canyon Railroad event features some the Verde Valley’s finest wines.

Veterans Day Mesa Veterans Day Parade Center Street between University and First avenues Mesa www.mesaveterans.org Nov. 11 Parade honors military service people throughout Arizona’s history. Buffalo Soldiers, Marshall Trimble and various military organizations will participate. 11 a.m.

More Movie Stuff

MY PICKS

by Ryan Winslett

November is a pretty busy month for movies, including lots of flicks to pick from whether you’re out with the family, seeing something with the significant other, or just flying solo.

With the holidays right around the corner, November is a good time to get out and spend some quality time with the family planted in front of the silver screen.

November sees the release of Rise of the Guardians and Wreck-It Ralph, both of which look to be bona fide winners.

Rise of the Guardians features a modern take on everybody’s favorite childhood characters, uniting to save the world from a nightmare-spreading villain. Wreck-It Ralph, on the other hand, is about a video game villain who wants to become a hero.

Both family flicks offer great voice casts

and look like the right mix of jokes and references to keep viewers young and old entertained.

If you’re in the market for something a little more adult, however, November still has you covered. At the top of that list are Lincoln and Skyfall.

With a lead performance by Daniel Day-Lewis and a strong pedigree behind every aspect of the film, Lincoln looks like one of those movies that kicks off the early Oscar talk. Skyfall, though, looks like a high octane, action-packed roller coaster ride through the latest Bond adventure.

Whether you’re looking for drama or bullets, one of these two films should be a safe bet for a great night at the local theater.

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