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Oct. 5-7 St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church 4530 E. Gold Dust Ave. Featuring Middle Eastern favorites including hummus, tabouli, shwarma, kebabs, gyros and falafel and a 50-foot long dessert table, plus entertainment, a children’s area, hookah lounge and Arabic coffee and sweets. Admission is free. Located southwest of Shea and Tatum. Hours are 5-9 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday. Visit www.StGeorgeFoodFestival.org.
52nd Annual Greater Phoenix Greek Festival Oct. 12-14 James A. Speros Community Center, Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 1973 E. Maryland Ave. 602-264-2791 Ethnic cuisine, cooking demos, cathedral tours, folk dancers, authentic regional costumes, entertainment throughout the day, a grocery market, art and jewelry vendors and more. Hours are 5-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $3, children age 12 and younger admitted for free. Visit www.phoenixgreekfestival.org.
Oct. 26-28 Phoenix Convention Center, South Hall 100 N. 3rd St. 415-447-3205 Features hundreds of top artists and crafters from across the nation specializing in a variety of “Made in America” handmade items including woodwork, blown glass, ceramics, paintings, jewelry and photography. Also included are performances, demonstrations, contests, a Kidzone and more. Tickets are $9 for adults, $7 for seniors age 62 and older, and $4 for youths ages 13-17, and are good for all three days. Visit www.harvestfestival.com.
Halloween at the Y 12-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27 Chris-Town YMCA 5517 N. 17th Ave. 602-242-7717 The $10 admission per person includes a dunk tank, bounce house, pony rides, face painting, food and drinks, music, costume contest, games and much more for the whole family. Your admission ticket also enters you into a drawing for a cash prize. Purchase your ticket at the door or from the staff at the Y.
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Zombie Walk 4 2-11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27 Heritage Square and Science Park 115 N. 6th St. 602-744-6415 The Zombie Walk meanders through Downtown. Events at the park afterward include costume contests, live music, Ghostbusters, a blood drive, horror movie screening, fortunetellers, food vendors and fun for tiny ghouls on up to freakish adult Zombies. Visit http://downtownphoenix.com.
Trunk and Treat Spooktacular 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 30 Mountain View Police Precinct 2075 E. Maryland Ave. This family-friendly event includes “ghoulish” games, a costume contest, pumpkin decorating contest, treats and more. Free and open to the public. Come haunt the hall of the Mountain View Precinct!
A bounty of arts events in Phoenix The cooling weather signals outdoor festival season in Arizona, kicking off with three large-scale events in October sure to please the artist in everyone.
Festival of the Arts The third annual Herberger Theater Festival of the Arts returns to downtown Phoenix 12-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6. This diverse and family-friendly event
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Sunnyslope Art Walk Enjoy live music and original art at the Sunnyslope Art Walk from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, along a quarter-mile stretch of Central Avenue from Dunlap Avenue south to the canal. More than 100 artists will show and sell their original work ranging from painting and photography to jewelry and fiber wearable. Along the way, live local music will include bands The Amazing Coconauts and Refugees from the ‘60s. “This is the 10th Art Walk and the community has been so supportive,” said Christina Plante, neighborhood relations manager for John C. Lincoln Health Network. “Visitors get to see what we love so much about this unique Phoenix community and several local artists have really stretched their wings and grown as a result of this show. It’s a real point of pride for us.”
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Additional musical entertainment will be provided by Bourbon Myst, Decades Too Late, Donjay, Andy Naylor, Carol Pacey, Bree Cole & Shane Hunt, Michael Salerno, and Sya. Restaurants and fast-food providers along the route will offer food and drink for purchase. Parking is available at MarketPlace at Central, 115 E. Dunlap Ave.; Sunnyslope High School, 35 W. Dunlap Ave.; and John C. Lincoln North Mountain’s Cowden Center, 9202 N. 2nd St. This free semiannual event occurs on the second Saturday each April and October. Visit www.sunnyslope community.org for more information.
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A & E Briefs ‘Blood Wedding’ Oct. 4-6 & 11-13 John Paul Theatre, Phoenix College 1202 W. Thomas Road The story is based on a newspaper fragment that told of a family vendetta and a bride who ran away with the son of the enemy family. Tickets are $10 adults, $7 seniors and $5 for students, alumni and faculty, and are available online or beginning one hour before each performance at the box office. Visit www.phoenixcollege.edu/theatre.
‘Fauna/Fauna’ Oct. 5-Nov. 24 Willo North Gallery 2811 N. 7th Ave. 602-320-8445 An exhibition of work by local artists Carolyn Lavender and Christy Puetz will feature both new and rarely seen work by the artists, whose art has been widely shown in local and national galleries and museums. An opening reception takes place 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5. The gallery is otherwise open by appointment only. Visit www.willonorth.com.
The Choirs at Phoenix College Concert 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7 Faith Lutheran Church 801 E. Camelback Road The theme of the concert is “Intersections,” featuring music celebrating world unity and the 30th Olympiad. Admission is free but a $5 suggested donation is welcome.
Orchestra Concert 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9 Bulpitt Auditorium, Phoenix College 1202 W. Thomas Road The Phoenix College Community Orchestra performs Dvorak’s “New World” Symphony under the direction of Dana Graybeal. Admission is free.
‘The Sound of Music’ Oct. 10-11 & Oct. 13 Xavier College Preparatory 4710 N. 5th St. 602-240-3161 This classic American musical follows the life of a young novice, her duties as a governess, and the subsequent loves of her life - the children, their father and music. World War II provides the back-
ground, and the story is based on the actual Von Trapp family and their escape from the Nazi regime.. Show times are 7 p.m., with a matinee on Saturday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $7 each general seating. Reserve tickets by contacting the Jackson Box Office via phone or at pacbox@xcp, or purchase at the door.
‘Next to Normal’ Arizona Theatre Company Oct. 11-28 Herberger Theater Center 222 E. Monroe 602-256-6995 Featuring an electrifying pop-rock score of more than 30 songs, “Next to Normal” is an intense, tender and ultimately hopeful musical about a suburban family coming to terms with its past and bravely facing its future. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, nominated for 11 Tony Awards. Tickets start at $32. Discounts are available for seniors and active military; $10 student ticket pricing is now available for all performances. Visit www.arizonatheatre.org.
‘A Vampire Tale’ Scorpius Dance Theatre 7:30 p.m. Oct. 11-Nov. 3 Phoenix Theatre’s Little Theatre 100 E. McDowell Road 602-254-2151 In its ninth year of staging, this ever-evolving, original dance production will once again captivate audiences. Experience the dark and sexy drama, quirky, comedic episodes, visually stunning dance and aerial feats. Voted “Best Dance Production” by the Phoenix New Times. Shows are Thursday-Saturday, with a special performance on Halloween night. Also, some late-night double performances will be added at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 plus fees. For details, visit http://tickets.phoenixtheatre.com.
‘Lucia di Lammermoor’ Arizona Opera Oct. 12-14 Phoenix Symphony Hall 75 N. 2nd St. 602-266-7464 Set in the foggy moors and stately castles of 17th-century Scotland, this tragic romance tells the story of a family feud crushing the love and spirit of a fragile young woman. Contains one of opera’s great mad scenes. Single tickets begin at $25. Visit www.azopera.org.
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‘Two Trains Running’ Black Theatre Troupe Oct. 12-21 Playhouse on the Park 1850 N. Central Ave. 602-254-2151, ext. 4 The regulars of Memphis Lee’s restaurant in Pittsburgh struggle to cope with the turbulence of a world that is changing around them in 1969. The restaurant—and the rest of the block—is scheduled to be torn down as part of the city’s urban renewal plans. These projects are sweeping away communities and buildings that symbolize struggle and heritage. Tickets are $38. Visit http://www.blacktheatretroupe.org/.
‘A Haunting We Will Go’ Center Dance Ensemble Oct. 25-28 Herberger Theater Center 222 E. Monroe 602-252-8497 The stage will be filled with Dracula, zombies, a masquerade, and themed performances by several local guest companies. Tickets are $23.50 for adults, $18.50 for seniors and $9.50 for students, all plus box office fees. Lunchtime performances at 12:10 p.m. for $6 will take place Oct. 25-26. Visit www.herbergertheater.org.
Dia de los Muertos Celebration 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27 Phoenix Sympony Hall 75 N. 2nd St. 602-495-1999 Featuring Mexican Folklore Dance Company, Ballet Folklorico Ollin Yoliztli, and giant puppets onstage from Puppets Amongus. Sure to be a hit with the entire family, enjoy the color, pageantry and friendly chills as The Phoenix Symphony brings you both tricks and treats. Come one hour early with children for pre-concert festivities including the instrument petting zoo and crafts celebrating the Halloween season. Tickets are $11-$19 plus fees. Visit http://www.phoenixsymphony.org.
Native Code Talkers Exhibits Oct. 27-March 3, 2013 Heard Museum 2301 N. Central Ave. 602-252-8840 Two exhibits are designed to tell the story of the Code Talkers, the Native American men who helped turn the
tide of battle for the United States during World War I and World War II. “Native Words, Native Warriors” is a Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibit that focuses on the important role Native languages played in U.S. military efforts during the 20th century. This panel display about Native American Code Talkers will be complemented by “Navajo Code Talkers: Photographs by Kenji Kawano” as well as art and artifacts. Exhibits available with regular paid admission. Visit www.heard.org.
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‘Giselle’ Ballet Arizona Nov.1-4 Phoenix Symphony Hall 75 N. 2nd St. 602-381-1096 “Giselle” tells the story of a peasant girl who falls in love with a prince, but heartbreak and despair follow. Tickets are $26-$156, with discounts for seniors and students. Visit www.balletaz.org.
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5:30-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2 Beatitudes Campus 1610 W. Glendale Ave. 602-544-5000 Guests will enjoy a Designer Art Mart, silent auction, wine and hors d’oeuvres. Funds raised will promote an Art Program to enrich the lives of Beatitudes Campus residents, as well as older adults in the wider community. Individual tickets are $65 per person and include a raffle ticket for a special item signed by artist Ed Mell. Valet parking will be provided. Visit www.BeatitudesAvenueOfTheArts.org
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