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Prescott will hold its annual Watson Lake fireworks show July 1, with live music from the Black Moods and 90 Proof, food vendors, a beer garden and waterslides. The fun starts at 3:30 PM and will continue through the fireworks show to 9:30 PM. General admission tickets are $7, with $25 unlimited waterslide tickets for kids ($30 the day of the event) and $100 VIP tickets also available. All transactions on the day of the event will be cash only.

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A Valley of Vitality Wellness Studio...............................................................89

A1 Garage Door Replacement........................................................................99

Aboost Wellness and Salon...............................................................................43

Adrienne Reynolds Photography..................................................................113

Afterglow Jewelers..................................................................................................88

Allied Electric LLC.....................................................................................................55

Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering Inc..........................................................15

Back Alley Wine Bar..................................................................................................31

Bashford Courts..........................................................................................................4

Bella Home Furnishings..........................................................................................6

Blue Raven Landscape & Design...................................................................89

Blushing Cactus Photography.........................................................................94

Broken Horn D Ranch...........................................................................................93

Bucky's & Yavapai Casinos.....................................................................................2

Carrie Weldon Gallery............................................................................................64

Chubby Chuck's Subs/ Old Stage Stop....................................................81

Coldwell Banker Realty - Peter Fife.................................................................3

Colt Grill BBQ & Spirits........................................................................................85

Drawn West...............................................................................................................103

Eagle Management and Events....................................................................33

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center.........................................................21

Essence Kitchen & Bar.........................................................................................97

Findlay Toyota Center...........................................................................................25

Founding Fathers Collective.............................................................................34

Framers Market & Gallery.................................................................................103

G5 Financial Group..............................................................................................113

Gourmet Beef..............................................................................................................111

H2O Health...................................................................................................................56

Haley Construction Company..........................................................................57

Happy Life Snacks..................................................................................................91

Highlands Center for Natural History........................................................95

Hilton Garden Inn - Prescott............................................................................107

I Organize 4 You.........................................................................................................91

Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center..........................................23

Jodi Gilray Pediatric Therapy............................................................................71

Joe's Furniture.............................................................................................................41

Level 5 Lighting........................................................................................................29

Manzanita Landscaping......................................................................................77

Matt's Saloon............................................................................................................107

Niche Design Co.......................................................................................................97

Northern Arizona Council of Governments (NACOG)...................82

Northwest Christian School..............................................................................93

Patriot Pest & Termite Control..........................................................................8

Plein Air Art Festival..............................................................................................82

Ponderosa Hotel Group.....................................................................................83

Prescott Chamber of Commerce...................................................................74

Prescott Flooring Brokers...................................................................................111

Prescott Gem & Mineral Club........................................................................10

Prescott Junction Restaurant.......................................................................105

Prescott Outpatient Surgical Center............................................................75

Prescott Unified School District...................................................................105

Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce....................................................92

Prescott Western Heritage Foundation Inc....................................60, 61

Purple Clover Boutique.......................................................................................101

Puzzle Rides.................................................................................................................95

R.E. and Sons Landscaping..............................................................................19

Raskin's Jewelers......................................................................................................47

Realty ONE Group Mountain Desert - John Murphy........................109

Rogers Academy of Beauty...............................................................................67

ROX Travel - Prescott............................................................................................68

Russ Lyon Sotheby's Int'l Realty............................................................25, 116

S&M Electric, Inc........................................................................................................59

Sharlot Hall Museum.....................................................................................63, 94

Skin Works......................................................................................................................87

Spartan Restoration and Construction.......................................................87

Studio ROX.....................................................................................................................12

SugarPine................................................................................88

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Three Sisters Consignment.................................................................................79

Victory Wealth Services.......................................................................................45

Watters Garden Center.......................................................................................53

Whiskey River Tavern.............................................................................................65

Willbuilt Seamless Gutters................................................................................99

Wilson Aesthetics Beauty & Wellness........................................................114

Women's Health & Wellness...........................................................................101

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July 1st

2023 Rodeo Parade & Whiskey Row Boot Race

Downtown Prescott

9:00 AM

The Rodeo Parade will take place in Downtown Prescott along the Courthouse Plaza at 120 S. Cortez St. This year's parade theme is "Dances With Bulls," celebrating the skill of the rodeo bullfighter. This year's Grand Marshal is bullfighter Quirt Hunt. The Whiskey Row Boot Race will take place after the parade, starting at 12:00 PM. It's a 100-yard dash down historic Whiskey Row, wearing cowboy boots. $10 registration fee - all ages welcome.

928.445.4320

www.worldsoldestrodeo.com

July 1st

Monthly Watson Woods Bird Walk

Watson Woods Riparian Preserve

7:00 AM

On the first Saturday of the month, Prescott Audubon volunteers lead bird walks in Watson Woods. The walks are approximately 2 hours long and are open to birders of all ages and levels. Registration not required. Meet at the Peavine Trailhead parking area at 1624 Sundog Ranch Rd. in Prescott. (park fee $3/vehicle). See website for additional events and programs. Note that the start time changes with the seasons.

281.682.6068

www.prescottaudubon.org

July 1st

Prescott Farmers Market

YRMC Miller Valley Parking Lot

7:30 AM-12:00 PM

The market hosts local farmers, ranchers, food vendors and craft vendors each week. Find fresh specialty produce, meat, eggs, bread, baked goods, delicious ready-to-eat foods and more. Accepts cash, credit, debit and double EBT/SNAP benefits! Pets are not allowed at the market but service animals are always welcome.

928.713.1227

www.prescottfarmersmarket.org

July 1st

Prescott Rodeo Days Arts & Crafts Show

Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

9:00 AM-6:00 PM

The Arts & Crafts show will have over 100 vendors with unique items. Food booths will be on site.

928.443.5220

www.prescottdowntown.com

Public Viewing of Prehistoric Pit Houses

Willow Lake Heritage Park

10:00 AM-12:00 PM

The remains of three prehistoric pit houses will be open to the public. Docents from the local Archaeology Society and the Museum of Indigenous People will be on site to explain and answer questions as well as show a few artifacts. All ages event. Dogs are welcome. $3 city park entrance fee. Open the first Sat. every month.

www.azarchsoc.org

Discover Native History & Culture Museum of Indigenous People

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

Exhibits include prehistoric and contemporary examples of indigenous cultural and artistic materials from the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico. The museum has special exhibits, art auctions and other special events throughout the year. Located at 147 N. Arizona Ave. in Prescott. The museum will be closed on July 4.

928.445.1230

www.museumofindigenouspeople.org

Live Music at Winey Cats: July Music Schedule

Winey Cats at Granite Creek Vineyard Summer Concert Series: Sat. 7/1

Famous in Denmark, Tue. 7/4 West of Durango, Sat. 7/8: Denver to Liverpool, Sat. 7/15 the R&D Project, Sat. 7/22 Mudbone, Sat. 7/26 Christy Fisher. Located at 2515 N Road 1 E in Chino Valley. Open on Saturdays from 12:00-5:00 PM until Oct. 28. See Facebook page for updates.

www.wineycats.com

Photo by Blushing Cactus Photography

July 1st

2023 World's Oldest Rodeo®Performance #4

Prescott Rodeo Grounds

1:30 PM

The 136th annual World’s Oldest Rodeo® is presented by Prescott Frontier Days®, Inc. The rodeo takes place each year over the 4th of July weekend with eight performances. Gates open two hours before each performance. Arrive early to enjoy live music, shopping, and food. Mutton Bustin' pre-show starts at 12:00 PM. 928.445.4320

www.worldsoldestrodeo.com

Planetarium Show:

"Dream Big - Engineering Our World"

Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium

Showtimes at 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM on July 1. Reserve tickets online. An IMAX film adapted for planetarium viewing, this show celebrates the human ingenuity behind engineering marvels big and small and reveals the heart that drives engineers to create better lives for people around the world.

928.777.3422

https://prescott.erau.edu/about/ planetarium

July 1st

1st of July Fireworks at Watson Lake Park

3:00 PM-10:00 PM

Fireworks will start at 9:00 PM. General admission $7. Event will feature live music, food vendors and a beer garden. Free parking and shuttle available at Pioneer Park. Event will take place rain or shine - no refunds. Tickets are available online in advance. Due to limited internet at Watson Lake, day of event will be cash only. Unlimited waterslide pass for kids is $25 in advance and includes admission to the event (day of event $30). Prepurchase of parking is encouraged. Camping packages available. V.I.P experience is available - $100 per person includes private V.I.P. parking, a hilltop ramada with front-row fireworks view, catered BBQ, four drink tickets, and a V.I.P. bar. www.prescott.events

July 1st

Live Music at the Back Alley Wine Bar Back Alley Wine Bar

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

156 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. Singer-songwriter open mic every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM, hosted by Andrew Deering. Thu. is pizza night with live music from 5:00-8:00 PM with STEFnROCK and wood-fired pizzas available. Live music — Sat. 7/1 Whiskey Pistols 6:30-9:30 PM, Sun. 7/2 Sunday Funday with The Back Alley Cats 3:00-6:00 PM. See website for the July live music schedule.

480.570.5131

www.backalleywine.com

Live Music at the Windsock Loung: Tyller Gummersall

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

Live music - Sat. 7/1 Tyller Gummersall. Sun. 7/2 Blues Jam with the Scott O'Neal Band. The Windsock Lounge also has STEFnROCK every Tue. at 5:00 PM, Travis Crow & Colton Burris on Wed. at 6:00 PM, and the Aragon Ping Band on Thu. at 6:00 PM. See website for the full schedule and times.

928.776.7309

www.thewindsocklounge.net

July 1st

Independence Day Block Party Founding Fathers Collective

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

Evening live music 6:00-9:00 PM, Sun. 7/2 Lonesome Whistle, Thu. 7/6 Jack Fister. Brunch Sat./Sun. 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM featuring food trucks, mimosa and bloody mary bar and live music. Sunday Texas Hold'em poker 4:00-8:00 PM. Trivia night every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM. Wed. Family Game Night 6:00-10:00 PM. Bring a board game or join a game with others! Check website to confirm bands. Located at 218 N. Granite St. in Prescott.

928.541.1556

www.foundingfatherscollective.com

Fidel Rueda - Dance and Concert

Findlay Toyota Center

7:00 PM-1:00 AM

All ages dance and concert. 12 years and under admitted free with paid adult. Box office ticket price is $50 in advance.

928.772.1819

www.findlaytoyotacenter.com

July 1st

Live Theatre: "County FairA Country Jukebox Musical"

Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

7:30 PM

Two performances today at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM. After the death of their father, two sisters return home to deal with their inheritance: a massive and beloved county fair in rural Georgia. There will be 8 performances from June 30 through July 9 in the PCA Cabaret. Tickets available online.

928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

2023 World's Oldest Rodeo®Performance #5

Prescott Rodeo Grounds

7:30 PM

The 136th annual World’s Oldest Rodeo® is presented by Prescott Frontier Days®, Inc. The rodeo takes place each year over the 4th of July weekend with eight performances. Gates open two hours before each performance. Arrive early to enjoy live music, shopping, and food. Mutton Bustin' pre-show starts at 6:00 PM. 928.445.4320

www.worldsoldestrodeo.com

Rodeo Dance (Ages 21+)

Depot Marketplace - Prescott

8:00 PM-1:00 AM

Kick up your heels at the rodeo dance! It will take place from 8:00 PM to 1:00 AM in the Depot Marketplace - BMO Harris Bank parking lot at 303 N. Montezuma St. Admission is limited to 21 years and older only.

928.445.4320

www.worldsoldestrodeo.com

July 1st

Live Music at the Whiskey River Tavern

Located at 214 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. Live Music - Sat. 7/1 Trey Friddle 11:00 AM-4:00 PM and Hit Squad 17 from 8:00-11:00 PM, Sun. 7/2 Tony Buckman 1:00-4:00 PM and Last Train to Juarez from 5:00-9:00 PM, Mon. 7/3 Palomino

1:00-5:00 PM and Trey Friddle Band from 6:00-10:00 PM, Tue. 7/4 All She Wrote 1:00-5:00 PM. Wed. 7/5 Llory McDonald Combo Deluxe 6:30-9:30 PM, Thu. 7/6 Darin and Deering 6:309:30 PM. See website for live music and line dancing schedule.

928.237.5817

www.whiskeyrivertavern.com

Special Offer For Gold Rush Club Members During Rodeo Week

Bucky's & Yavapai Casinos

Keep the fun rolling, bring your rodeo ticket back to Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos and receive $10 Gold Rewards to play on us! Experience a wide selection of gaming entertainment including all the new and exciting slots, live action craps, roulette, and blackjack. Enjoy the Frontier Days Parade on Saturday, July 1st at 9:00 AM. Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos, Let’s Play, Preskitt!

928.776.5696

www.buckyscasino.com

July 2nd

Prescott Valley Community Market

9:00 AM-2:00 PM

Outdoor artisan and maker market features vendors with food and non-food items such as local meats, fresh eggs and vegetables, baked goods, body care products, handcrafted jewelry, art and much more. Located at 7210 E. Pav Way in Prescott Valley. Check Facebook page for weekly updates on participating vendors and special events.

928.273.9767

www.facebook.com/ PVCMLLC

July 2nd

Prescott Rodeo Days Arts & Crafts Show

Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

9:00 AM-6:00 PM

The Arts & Crafts show will have over 100 vendors with unique items. Food booths will be on site.

928.443.5220

www.prescottdowntown.com

Cowboy Church

Prescott Rodeo Grounds

9:00 AM-10:00 PM

Cowboy Church is a tradition during rodeo week. Takes place on Sunday, July 2 at 9:00 AM at the Prescott Rodeo Grounds. Everyone welcome.

www.worldsoldestrodeo.com

Arts Prescott Gallery Exhibit: Judy Wegenast - Painter

Arts Prescott Cooperative Gallery

10:00 AM-6:00 PM

Arts Prescott Cooperative Gallery is excited to host the beautiful paintings of our next featured guest artist Judy Wegenast! This exhibit will be on display from June 23 through July 26. The gallery is open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at 134 S. Montezuma St. in Prescott. 928.776.7717

www.artsprescott.com

July Exhibits at the 'Tis Gallery

'Tis Art Center & Gallery

12:00 PM-5:00 PM

July Exhibits — Mezzanine Gallery: "Earth, Clouds, Wood, and Fiber" by Debra Sutherland Core continues through July 14, and a new exhibit by Denise Incao starts July 15. Main Gallery: "Fine Art Photography" by Prescott area artists continues through July 25, and a new exhibit "Eclectic Works" by Prescott-area artists will begin on July 27. Visit the gallery for the 4th Friday Art Walk on July 28 from 5:00-7:00 PM. See website for details on all of the exhibits. The 'Tis Art Center & Gallery is Located at 105 S. Cortez St. in downtown Prescott. Open 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Mon.-Tue.Thu.-Fri.-Sat. and 12:00-5:00 PM on Sun. Closed Wed. 928.775.0223

www.tisartgallery.com

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July 2nd

Whiskey Jam - Open Mic

The Thumb Butte Distillery is located at 400 N. Washington Ave. in Prescott. Whiskey Jam open mic sessions take place on Sundays from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. Check website for the July live music schedule.

928.443.8498

www.thumbbuttedistillery.com

Live Theatre: "County FairA Country Jukebox Musical"

Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

2:00 PM

After the death of their father, two sisters return home to deal with their inheritance: a massive and beloved county fair in rural Georgia. There will be 8 performances from June 30 through July 9 in the PCA Cabaret. Tickets available online.

928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

Zander Rodriguez at Matt's Saloon

Matt's Saloon

2:30 PM-7:30 PM

Located at 112 S Montezuma St. on Whiskey Row. Matt's Saloon has live music on weekends (Fri./Sat.) from 8:30 PM to 1:00 AM, Trivia Night on Mondays starting at 8:00 PM, Karaoke Night every Wed. and Sun. starting at 7:00 PM, and DJs on Thursdays starting at 7:00 PM. See website for the July music schedule, which features the Josh Roy Band, Zander Rodriguez, Western Fusion, KC & the Moonshine Band and the Trey Friddle Band. Check for additional live music during Rodeo Week.

928.771.8788

www.mattssaloon.com

2023 World's Oldest Rodeo® -

Performance #6

Prescott Rodeo Grounds

7:30 PM

The 136th annual World’s Oldest Rodeo® is presented by Prescott Frontier Days®, Inc. The rodeo takes place each year over the 4th of July weekend with eight performances. Gates open two hours before each performance. Arrive early to enjoy live music, shopping, and food. Mutton Bustin' pre-show starts at 6:00 PM.

928.445.4320

www.worldsoldestrodeo.com

July 2nd

Chino Valley Public LibraryJuly Events

3:00 PM-6:00 PM

July events at the library: Chess Group (Mondays), Japanese Taiko Drumming, Pet Partners - Read With Me, STEAM Workshop, Mister Jim Family Concert, and Education Book Giveaway. See library page on the Chino Valley website for event details. The Chino Valley Public Library is located at 1020 Palomino Rd. and is open Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM and Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Closed Sundays and holidays.

928.636.9115

www.chinoaz.net

Prescott Library Events This Week

Prescott Public Library Library will be closed on July 4. This week's events at the Prescott Public Library: Drop-In Tech Help, Preschool Storytime, Bookin' It Teen Book Club, Genealogy Virtual Mentor Session, Taiko Drumming, Baby and Me Storytime, Mystery Book Club, and more! Community groups meet at the library every week. See the events calendar page on the library website for event details.

928.777.1500

www.prescottlibrary.info

July 3rd

Prescott Rodeo Days Arts & Crafts Show Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

9:00 AM-3:00 PM

The Arts & Crafts show will have over 100 vendors with unique items. Food booths will be on site.

928.443.5220

www.prescottdowntown.com

July Exhibits at the Phippen Museum

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

This month's exhibits at the Phippen Museum: "Poetry in Motion" in the James Gallery through Oct. 29. "Hold Your Horses! Exhibition & Sale" opens on July 8 in the Marley Gallery. Opening reception will be held on Fri. 7/7 at 5:30 PM. The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday. See website for hours, exhibit details, information about the permanent exhibits and additional programs and events.

928.778.1385

www.phippenartmuseum.org

July 3rd

Chess Group - Chino Valley Chino Valley Public Library

3:00 PM-6:00 PM

Play chess - or learn how to play! All ages and experience levels welcome. Learn strategy and have fun with this classic game. Chess sets available or bring one from home. Mondays from 3:00-6:00 PM in the Chino Valley Library Community Room. Meets on 7/3, 7/10/ 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, and 8/7. 928.636.9115

www.chinoaz.net

2023 World's Oldest Rodeo®Performance #7

Prescott Rodeo Grounds

7:30 PM

The 136th annual World’s Oldest Rodeo® is presented by Prescott Frontier Days®, Inc. The rodeo takes place each year over the 4th of July weekend with eight performances. Gates open two hours before each performance. Arrive early to enjoy live music, shopping, and food. Mutton Bustin' pre-show starts at 6:00 PM. 928.445.4320

www.worldsoldestrodeo.com

Zoo By Moonlight

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

7:30 PM-9:30 PM

Zoo By Moonlight is an evening event held from May through September. It provides a great opportunity to see the Sanctuary's nocturnal residents. See the clouded leopards, wolves, coyotes and much more by the light of the full moon. It's a howling good time! Don't forget to bring your flashlights and your curiosity and enjoy the sights and sounds of the animals. Docents will be available to provide direction and answer questions. $10 admission. 928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

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July 3rd

July EventsPrescott Valley Public Library

Prescott Valley Public Library

July events at the Prescott Valley Public Library: Read to a Dog, Family History Activity Day, Teen Weekly Summer Reading, DIY Tween & Teen Friendship Bracelets, Taiko Drumming, Pokemon Club, Teen Pop N Paint, Family Story Time, Teen Game Time, Minecraft Club, Wildman Phil Animal Show, Songwriting 101 for Teens, Crafty Teen, and more! See website for details. Some events are held online or may require registration. The library is located at 7401 E. Skoog Blvd.

928.759.3040

www.pvlib.net

The Center - July Events

The Center is a nonprofit organization that offers a wide variety of events, activities and classes. They also provide rentals for private and community events. The Center is located at 1280B E Rosser St. in Prescott. Visit the event calendar page on their website to see what is being offered in July. 928.778.3000

www.thecenteronrosser.org

July 4th

Table Tennis Club

Elks Lodge - Prescott Valley 10:00 AM-2:00 PM

The Tri-City Table Tennis Club has moved to a larger venue, the Elks Lodge in Prescott Valley. It’s the game everyone plays, but not many play it well. Come and join us and get better in no time at all. We have four tournament quality tables, nets and official balls. If you need a racket, we have them in our equipment box.

Meets Tue.-Sat. from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

928.277.4720

www.tricitytabletennis.club

July 4th

2023 World's Oldest Rodeo® - Performance #8

Prescott Rodeo Grounds

1:30 PM

The 136th annual World’s Oldest Rodeo® is presented by Prescott Frontier Days®, Inc. The rodeo takes place each year over the 4th of July weekend with eight performances. Gates open two hours before each performance. Arrive early to enjoy live music, shopping, and food. Mutton Bustin' pre-show starts at 12:00 PM.

928.445.4320

www.worldsoldestrodeo.com

July 4th

Social Dance to Live Music!

Social Dance Club - Prescott

Tuesdays 4:30 PM-9:30 PM

Grab your dancing shoes and join us on the huge, beautiful wooden floor! We dance nonstop to 5 hours of live music by the Red Baron and Alan Harkrader! Full cash bar, cash cover charge is $10. See you on the dance floor! Location is 1245 White Spar Rd. in Prescott.

www.facebook.com/ groups/3132317610356663

July 4th

Movie Nights & Live Music at the Raven Cafe

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Movies and Live Music - 7/4 Movie Night, 7/6 1st Thursday Jazz Jam, 7/9 Zach Dominguez and Cozzy Bohrman. See the events page on the Raven Cafe website to confirm the live music schedule.

928.717.0009

www.ravencafe.com

Photo by Blushing Cactus Photography

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July 4th

Weekly Promotions at Bucky's & Yavapai Casinos

We celebrate our Veterans on Tuesdays, seniors on Wednesdays, and our ladies on Thursdays. Join us on your special day! Come for Taco Tuesdays at Yavapai Cantina. Enjoy delicious crunchy or soft-shell beef tacos, $1.50 each, 11:00 AM to close! GRC discounts do not apply. Pasta special is on Wednesdays starting at 4:00 PM - pasta served with garlic bread for $11.99 from 4:00 PM. Let’s Play Preskitt!

928.776.5696

www.buckyscasino.com

Elks Performing Arts Center Classes

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

Dance, fitness, yoga and other classes take place at the Performing Arts Center every week. Visit the Elks website to see what is offered in July.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Summer Nature Camps

The Highlands Center offers a variety of summer nature camps! We will spend the week outside exploring, completing challenges, crafting, building, journaling and making friends. Campers won't just be in the forest, they will experience the forest in a whole new way. They will learn something about themselves and the local wildlife through play, interaction, and fun! A variety of nature camps are offered for ages 4-13 during July. Many sessions are full - book as early as possible! See website for details.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

July 5th

Visit the Zoo!

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

Located at 1403 Heritage Park Rd. in Prescott and open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The HPZS is a nonprofit wildlife sanctuary, dedicated to the conservation and protection of native and exotic animals. The zoo offers educational opportunities and special events throughout the year.

928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

July 4th

Red, White, & BOOM! 4th of July Celebration

Prescott Valley Civic Center

3:00 PM-9:30 PM

Full afternoon and evening for the entire family, ending with a spectacular fireworks show launched from the center of town. Fireworks will start at 9:30 PM. Will include live music, free carnival rides and games, pony rides, face painting, and balloon art. The parking lot of Findlay Toyota Center will be open for family gatherings and barbeques, as well as a front row seat to the fireworks. Bob Edwards Park will be available for fireworks viewing and family gatherings on July 4th.

928.759.3090

www.prescottvalley-az.gov

July 5th

Explore Prescott's History

The Sharlot Hall Museum is located in downtown Prescott at 415 W. Gurley St. The history museum has exhibits, galleries, gardens and historic buildings. Open Tue. to Sat. 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and 12:00 to 4:00 PM on Sundays. See website calendar for the July special events at the museum.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

Taiko DrummerSummer Reading Program

Chino Valley Public Library

Two programs available: 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Will be held in Memory Park. In case of inclement weather the event will move to the library. “Japanese Taiko Drumming and the Musical Instruments of Asia” incorporates demonstration, lecture, audience participation and hands-on with instruments that further encourages the audience to learn more about the culture, society, and science of these unique instruments. Free admission.

928.636.9115

www.chinoaz.net

July 5th

Chino Valley Food Bank - Food Share Food Share event at the Chino Valley Food Bank, located at 840 E Road 1 South. Available every M-W-F in July. See the Manzanita Outreach website for the full schedule. Hot meals are available at the Chino Valley Senior Center, 1021 W. Butterfield Road, Mon.-Thu. from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM in June.

928.636.8478

www.mohelp.org

Movies at the Elks: "Captain America - Civil War" Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Catch a classic movie at the Elks Theatre! Admission is by a cash donation of any amount. The concession has soda, candy, popcorn, beer, and wine and accepts debit, credit or cash.

928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org/ movies

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LOCAL BARS & SALOONS

Bars & Saloons Bars & Saloons

JULY EVENTS

Band Schedules Subject to Change

Back Alley Wine Bar

July 1

Whiskey Pistols

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

July 2

Sunday Funday with The Back Alley Cats

3:00 PM-6:00 PM

July 4

Open Mic with Andrew Deering 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

July 6

STEFnROCK 5:00 PM-8:00 PM

July 7

IsometricK 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

July 8

Drew & Anton 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

July 9

Sunday Funday with The Back Alley Cats

3:00 PM-6:00 PM

July 10

Open Mic with Andrew Deering 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

July 13

STEFnROCK 5:00 PM-8:00 PM

July 14

Palomino

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

July 15

Austin Sweeney 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

July 16

Sunday Funday with The Back Alley Cats 3:00 PM-6:00 PM

July 17

Open Mic with Andrew Deering 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

July 20

STEFnROCK 5:00 PM-8:00 PM

July 21

Wheelhouse Trio 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

July 22

Kaileena Martin 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

July 23

Sunday Funday with The Back Alley Cats

3:00 PM-6:00 PM

July 24

Open Mic with Andrew Deering 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

July 27

STEFnROCK 5:00 PM-8:00 PM

July 28

Cheektones Trio 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

July 29

July 29 - TBA

July 30

Sunday Funday with The Back Alley Cats

3:00 PM-6:00 PM

July 31

Open Mic with Andrew Deering 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

Cooper’s Pub

Every Friday

Karaoke with Matt & Allie 7:00 PM-11:00 PM

Founding Fathers Collective

July 1

Independence Day Block Party

• Beergarden

• Inflatables/games

• Live music

• Street vendors

July 2

Lonesome Whistle

July 6

Jack Fister

July 7

Cadillac Angels

July 8

Niki and The Mayhem

July 9

Tyller Gummersall

July 13

Steph Griffin

July 14

Sky Daddy & The Pop Rocks

July 15

Danny Romero & The Arizona Territory

July 16

Wheelhouse

July 21

GrooveTrain

July 22

Joe Baker

July 23

Joe Baker

July 28

Jazz Kats

July 29

Michael Somma Band

The Raven Cafe

July 6 1st Thursday Jazz Jam

July 9

Zach Dominguez and Cozzy Bohrman

July 16

Jonathan Best

July 23

Michael Jaramillo

July 27

Bill Dutcher

July 5th

Art Exhibit: "Written in Stone: Natural History Through the Jeweler's Eye"

Natural History Institute

The exhibition hours are 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday through Friday, until July 14. It will showcase area jewelers who demonstrate both a high degree of craftsmanship and inspiration from the natural world.

928.863.3232

www.naturalhistoryinstitute.org

July 6th

Explore Prescott's Western Heritage Western Heritage Center

10:00 AM-5:00 PM

The Western Heritage Center is located on Historic Whiskey Row and is open Wednesday through Sunday. Explore the exhibits and learn about Prescott's western history and culture. The WHC also hosts lectures and book signings. See Facebook page for hours and event updates. Free admission!

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

Bronzesmith Foundry Tour

Bronzesmith Fine Art Foundry & Gallery

11:00 AM

Bronzesmith Fine Art Foundry & Gallery in Prescott Valley offers foundry tours every Thursday at 11:00 AM. Learn about the lost wax process of bronze casting. Fun and informative! The cost is $20 per person and advance reservations are required. Individuals and small groups are welcome.

928.772.2378

www.bronzesmith.com

Medicare 101 Lunch & Learn

Victory Wealth Services

12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Join us for an complimentary educational event on Medicare.

Simplify your understanding of Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, and get unbiased advice from independent Medicare consultants. Reserve your seat now for Lunch and Learn. Empower yourself with knowledge and make informed healthcare decisions.

928.778.1050

www.victorywealth.com/ medicarelunch

July 6th

Puzzle Rides

Downtown Prescott

Puzzle Rides are adventure games where players ride in a golf cart and use teamwork and clues to solve a series of puzzles. Like an escape room, players only have a limited amount of time to reach their destination. For ages 5 and up. Open year-round in historic downtown Prescott. See website for details and to book a puzzle ride.

602.601.2261

www.puzzlerides.com

July 6th

Live Music at the Back Alley Wine Bar

156 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. Singer-songwriter open mic every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM, hosted by Andrew Deering. Thu. is pizza night with live music from 5:00-8:00 PM with STEFnROCK and wood-fired pizzas available. Live music — Fri. 7/7 IsometricK 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat. 7/8 Drew & Anton 6:30-9:30 PM, Sun. 7/9 Sunday Funday with The Back Alley Cats 3:00-6:00 PM. See website for the July live music schedule.

480.570.5131

www.backalleywine.com

Come Play With Us! -

Prescott Ukulele Guild

Prescott Public Library

6:15 PM-7:30 PM

The Prescott Ukulele Guild, comprised of ukulele players of all levels who enjoy playing together, meets the first Thursday of every month. First meetup is free. Free lessons. Wonderful new friends and camaraderie and music does wonderful things for your brain. The room opens at 6:00 PM for socializing, tuning, etc. Meeting starts at 6:15 PM. See website for more information.

602.769.2727

www.prescottukuleleguild.org

July 7th

Christmas in July Craft Fair and Bake Sale

Elks Lodge Prescott Valley

2nd annual event. Three huge social rooms and outdoors, featuring over 50 crafters. Lunch offered, raffle prizes and donated baked goods with free parking! Fri. 7/7 and Sat. 7/8 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM each day. The Elks Lodge is located at 6245 E. 2nd St. in Prescott Valley. 928.899.7769

Highlands Center Book Club

Highlands Center for Natural History

1:00 PM-2:00 PM

The book club is for adults eager to learn more about the natural history of the Southwest and natural history in general. Meets the first Friday each month in the beautiful outdoor setting of the Discovery Gardens Ramada. Register at any time to begin receiving email notices about the current books and meetings. Free to attend. Meets on July 7, Aug. 4, and Sep. 1.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

C owboy Poets 35TH GATHERING OF RETURNS TO PRESCOTT

by Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering

The 2023 edition of the Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering will take the stage at Yavapai College Performing Arts Center Aug. 10 through Aug. 12.

This year’s gathering features more than 40 authentic cowboy poets and singers sharing the heritage and culture of the American cowboy for two days and three nights of entertainment.

Headline performers include Trinity Seely, Doris Daley and The Cowboy Way. This year’s collectible poster "This One’s for You, Buddy", created by local artist Roselynn Fernwalt, will be available for purchase at the gathering, as will raffle tickets to win an original framed giclee of the poster.

Trinity Seely, having lived on a working cattle ranch in Montana with her husband and children, has a deep perspective and appreciation into the lifestyle of the historic western era. She has received numerous awards and nominations, including being listed among True West’s favorite western artists. Her third release, Cowboy’s Wage, was archived into the Cowboy Hall of fame museum. Her beautiful vocals give voice to the life of a cowgirl and ranch wife.

Doris Daley, known as the “western wordsmith and purveyor of poetry,” has been an emcee and featured performer at virtually every major cowboy festival in Canada as well as a headline performer at multiple western venues across the United States.

In 2004, she was named Best Female Cowboy Poet in North America by the Academy of Western Artists, the first time any Canadian — male or

female — has won the cowboy poetry category.

Three times she has been named one of the top 5 Cowgirl Poets in North America by the Western Music Association, which in 2009 awarded her top honors for Best Female Cowboy Poet and Best Cowboy Poetry CD. As with her AWA Will Rogers Awards, she’s the first Canadian to bring home top honors in the cowboy poetry categories.

The Cowboy Way, a trio of awardwinning New Mexico singers and songwriters — Doug Figgs, Jim

Jones and Mariam Funke — captures the spirit of the West with their lively, high-energy shows featuring tight harmonicas and smokin’ instrumentals.

The gathering also offers free day sessions throughout the campus on Friday and Saturday where attendees can meet the cowboy poets and singers and enjoy stories of the culture and history of the American cowboy.

Tickets are available at azcowboypoets.org or by calling 928.776.2000 or 877.928.4253.

July 7th

Moonlight Movie Night: "Lightyear" Ken Lindley Park - Prescott Free family event at Ken Lindley Park in Prescott. Gates open 5:00 PM and the movie begins at sunset. Food trucks, bounce houses, vendors and fun family activities prior to the movie. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. See Facebook page for updates. Presented by The City of Prescott and the Prescott Times. This will be the last Moonlight Movie Night of the season.

928.777.1100

www.facebook.com/ moonlightmovienightsprescott

Live Music at the Creekside Lodge: Max Tovstyi

Creekside Lodge & Cabins

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

Located at 11255 AZ-69 in Mayer. Live music in July: 7/1 Kody Raine, 7/7 Max Tovstyi. Visit the calendar page on the Creekside Lodge website for their July live music calendar.

928.632.0777

www.creeksidelodgeandcabinsaz.com

Live Music at Founding Fathers

Collective - Cadillac Angels

Evening live music 6:00-9:00 PMFri. 7/7 Cadillac Angels, Sat. 7/8 Niki and The Mayhem, Sun. 7/9 Tyller

Gummersall, Thu. 7/13 Steph Griffin. Brunch Sat./Sun. 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM featuring food trucks, mimosa and bloody mary bar and live music. Sunday Texas Hold'em poker 4:00-8:00 PM. Trivia night every Tue. from 6:009:00 PM. Wed. Family Game Night 6:00-10:00 PM. Bring a board game or join a game with others! Check website to confirm bands. Located at 218 N. Granite St. in Prescott.

928.541.1556

www.foundingfatherscollective.com

Friday Night Barn Dance

Mortimer Farms

6:00 PM-10:00 PM

Enjoy a live band, dancing, a campfire and a cash bar. Plus enjoy lawn games and the beautiful farm scenery! Add dinner to your admission for only $15 more. Barn Dance events are held every Friday starting at 6:00 PM. Mortimer Farms is located in Dewey. 928.830.1116

www.mortimerfarmsaz.com

July 7th

Karaoke with Matt & Allie

Cooper's Pub

Located at 4499 AZ-69 in Prescott at the La Quinta Inn & Suites. Karaoke every Friday from 7:00-11:00 PM. Check Matt & Allies Karaoke Facebook page for their weekly karaoke events in Prescott and Prescott Valley. 928.227.8772

www.facebook.com/ CoopersPubAZ

Stand Up Comedy Show

Mogollon Vineyards

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Mogollon Vineyards is located at 2430 Hwy. 69 in Dewey. See website details and for tickets to the comedy show. Check website for upcoming live music events.

928.243.8387

www.mogollonvineyards.com

Anthony Hernandez -Illusions

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Get ready to go on an exciting magical adventure with Dawn and Anthony. This magical duo will take you on a fantastic, comedy-filled interactive journey. Prepare to be inspired by the intimacy of close-up magic and the thrill and excitement of large-scale illusions that will bring you to your feet.

928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Planetarium Show: "Touch the Stars" Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium

7:00 PM

Five showtimes scheduled for July 7 and 8. Reserve tickets online. "Touch the Stars" dramatically showcases the robotic spacecraft used in the exploration of our solar system and the galaxy. The film traces the path to space through the history of NASA’s probes, orbiters, and landers—from the heart of our solar system and the surface of its planets and moons to the grand tour of the Voyager spacecraft through the outer planets and beyond.

928.777.3422

https://prescott.erau.edu/about/ planetarium

July 7th

Live Theatre: "County FairA Country Jukebox Musical"

Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

7:30 PM

After the death of their father, two sisters return home to deal with their inheritance: a massive and beloved county fair in rural Georgia. There will be 8 performances from June 30 through July 9 in the PCA Cabaret. Tickets available online.

928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

Krazy Rayz Karaoke

Jackass Bar and Grill - Prescott Valley

9:00 PM-1:00 AM

Karaoke every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday night!! Win big with our Krazy Lottery! Drawing at midnight. Located at 8156 E. Valley Rd. in Prescott Valley.

928.775.2049

www.facebook.com/JackassBar NGrill?mibextid=ZbWKwL

The Heat Is On - Hot Seats

Bucky's & Yavapai Casinos

Fridays in July, get out of the heat and enjoy exciting indoor fun at Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos. Play Hot Seats, 1:00-5:00 PM at both casinos on Fridays and win up to $500 cash or chips. Prizes escalate weekly from $100 to $500. Let’s Play, Preskitt! (July 7, 14, 21, 28)

928.776.5696

www.buckyscasino.com

Live Music at the Whiskey River Tavern

Located at 214 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. Live Music - Sat. 7/7 The CheekTones 8:00-11:00 PM, Sun 7/8 Truly Reckless 1:00-5:00 PM and Christopher Shayne Band from 8:00-11:00 PM, Sun. 7/9 Pearl Ridge 1:00-5:00 PM, Tue. 7/11 Beyond Suspicion 6:30-9:30 PM, Wed. 7/12

Line Dancing (Patio) 6:30-9:30 PM and the Aragon/Smith Band (Inside Stage) from 6:30-9:30 PM, Thu. 7/13

Darin and Deering 6:30-9:30 PM. See website for live music and line dancing schedule.

928.237.5817

www.whiskeyrivertavern.com

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Prescott PULSE

For a relatively small community Greater Prescott has an astoundingly vibrant music scene. You can hear live music pouring out of bars, saloons, breweries, clubs, coffeehouses, restaurants, concert halls, parks, galleries and anywhere else a crowd might form. Every month we’re putting a different local act in the spotlight.

PRESCOTT PULSE: BAND SPOTLIGHT

Palomino

Prescott Now: How long have you guys been playing together?

Palomino: Mike and Ann Marie were in another band (Cadillac Ranch) for a while in 2016-2017 and also played together for several months pre-pandemic with Travis Crow at The Windsock.

When things started opening up in fall 2020, Mike and Ann Marie got together with Darin Mahoney for a few jam sessions that were the sparked Palomino. Ann Marie and Darin played some gigs in early 2021 as a duo, but the trio came to fruition in spring and into the summer of ‘21.

We added John Regalado on upright bass to round out the lineup

in early ‘22. John had played in a bluegrass band called Peaceful Outlaws with Darin previously.

Prescott Now: What genre or genres of music do you play? What about them inspires you?

Palomino: We are an unabashedly country band, leaning heavily into the cowboy and western flavor of the genre. But we also love to play the fun and crowd-pleasing ‘80s and ‘90s country hits. We’ve also been known to reimagine a few noncountry hits to fit the Palomino style.

Country music is simple, accessible, and at its very essence, true to the human spirit and experience.

Prescott Now: What is the key to being a successful musical act in Prescott and Northern Arizona?

Palomino: You have to define for yourselves how you measure your success. When we set off making music as a group and talked about what we wanted from this, we luckily all seemed to be very much on the same page. We wanted to play regularly without it eating too much into our home lives and family time.

But most of all, we wanted to have fun playing music with people we enjoyed hanging out with; we bring the audience along for the ride.

Photos by Anderson Creative Photography

Prescott Now: What’s the smallest audience you’ve played for; the biggest?

Palomino: Darin and Ann Marie played a duo gig for a comic book convention in Chino Valley, and while there were a decent number of people in attendance, never was there a less interested or attentive group.

Mike and darin have had some serious successes in their own musical careers playing for some really big crowds. (Darin recently played his instrumental guitar compositions to a sold-out house at the MIM in Scottsdale.) But our biggest show would probably be when we played recently at Whiskey River Tavern for an

event with Forrie Smith from the Yellowstone TV show. The place was jam-packed and lively!

Prescott Now: What brought you to Prescott?

Palomino: Ann Marie is a native Arizonan who moved to Prescott from Chandler at 9 in 1988. Her family moved to the area looking for a more slow-paced life. She married another longtime Prescottonian. Together they’ve raised and are raising five of their own!

Darin had been coming to Prescott since his rodeo days (starting in ‘81). He first moved to Chino Valley in 1995 training horses, but cancer took him down to the Phoenix area.

He and his wife Amy moved back to Chino in 2017.

Mike used to hunt the area with his dad, and his dad always said he wanted to move to the area someday. His dream came true in the early ‘80s, and not long after, Mike finished school and followed his parents to Prescott. He met his wife Darby here, and they have raised their family here.

John came through Prescott on his motorcycle on his way back from Sturgis in 1994. He fell in love with the mountains and the small-town western feeling. He moved to the area upon his retirement in 2019 with his wife, his dog and his horse.

Whiskey

July 7th

Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Prescott

The Prescott Chamber of Commerce offers 90-minute walking tours of historic downtown Prescott. Stroll through history and learn about Prescott's storied past. Tours are offered most Friday and Saturday mornings. Call the Prescott Chamber office at 928.445.2000 to confirm. Special tours are available upon request for groups of 5 of more at a cost of $5.00 per person.

928.445.2000

www.prescott.org

July 8th

Blackberry Festival

Mortimer Farms - 7:00 AM-7:00 PM

Takes place over two weekends - July 8/9 and July 15/16. Enjoy the farm animal encounter and farm-inspired rides, games, and activities. Pickyour-own blackberry experience and special entertainment. See website for festival details. Tickets available online or at Mortimer Farms. 928.830.1116

www.mortimerfarmsaz.com

July 8th

Prescott Farmers Market

YRMC Miller Valley Parking Lot

7:30 AM-12:00 PM

The market hosts local farmers, ranchers, food vendors and craft vendors each week. Find fresh specialty produce, meat, eggs, bread, baked goods, delicious ready-to-eat foods and more. Accepts cash, credit, debit and double EBT/SNAP benefits! Pets are not allowed at the market but service animals are always welcome. 928.713.1227

www.prescottfarmersmarket.org

Breakfast with the Animals:

Tortoise & Friends

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

9:00 AM-10:30 AM

Includes a light breakfast in front of the spotlight animal, a special animal feeding and keeper talk, and an animal activity for the kids. The spotlight this month is on the tortoise. It is the best way to learn more and feel closer to your favorite sanctuary residents! Breakfasts run from 9:00 to 10:30 AM on Saturday mornings. After breakfast, you're welcome to roam the park at your leisure. RSVP. 928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

MATFORCE:

Parenting the Love and Logic Way

Juvenile Justice Center

9:00 AM-12:00 PM

Help for the challenging times in parenting. See website for class details. Free class. There will be three classes held on July 8, 15, and 22. Facilitated by Sandi Cheney. These in-person classes will be held at the Juvenile Justice Center in Prescott. For more information and to reserve your space call Sandi at 928.420.0427. Seating is limited to 20. 928.708.0100

www.matforce.org/Events

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Photo by Fernando Mendigutia

Pure Imagination Festival Brings

Pure Joy

The Pure Imagination Festival returned to Watson Lake Park for its second edition on May 20, 2023 and took some big steps toward establishing itself as a new Prescott musical tradition. Approximately 7,000 concertgoers watched more than a dozen performances throughout the sonic spectrum. Their positive spirit reverberated from two stages as the audience enjoyed great food, drink and merchandise from a league of happy vendors.

The musical highlights were too numerous to list all, but included Ziggy Marley’s timeless reggae, Los Lobos’ Latino roots-rock, Lucinda Williams’ hard-driving folk and Nappy Roots’ vintage hip-hop. They were bolstered by stellar sets from local favorites Ponderosa Grove with its rock and soul-driven songs, Johan Glidden’s folk rock and Rachael Plays Guitar’s intriguing blend of genres. Other performers included Dirtwire, the Brummies, Jared James Nichols, Capital Cities, and Alison Russell.

The littles had a world of their own to explore on the Tiny Tunes Stage with a parade, kids’ talent show, kazoo-making and puppetry. People of all ages had a great time reveling in sunshine that held off an unusual late-May string of monsoon-like storms and an aura of peace embraced by the musicians and the ecofriendly festival. It also featured art installations and live painters, aerialists, stilt walkers, lounge spaces and dance exhibitions including one from the Hopi Water Clan Dance Troupe. An expanded two-day Pure Imagination Festival is reportedly in the works for May 2024.

Photos by Blushing C actus Photography

Photo by Eddie Clark

July 8th

Garden Class: Gardening for Newcomers at Watters Garden Center

9:30 AM

Free garden class at Watters Garden Center, located at 1815 Iron Springs Rd. in Prescott. Gardening for Newcomers - Learn all the mountain secrets to local garden success. This is an information-packed class guaranteed to increase garden blooms and fruit this year. Learn about growing zones, frost dates, soils and more; you'll know exactly what to do in the gardens after this class.

928.445.4159

www.wattersgardencenter.com/classes

July 8th

Discover Native History & Culture Museum of Indigenous People

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

Exhibits include prehistoric and contemporary examples of indigenous cultural and artistic materials from the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico. The museum has special exhibits, art auctions and other special events throughout the year. Located at 147 N. Arizona Ave. in Prescott. 928.445.1230

www.museumofindigenouspeople.org

Prescott Computer Society Meeting: Touring the Web Online Event

1:00 PM

Prescott Computer Society is a group of PC users who meet three times a month on Saturdays at 1:00 PM via Zoom. Participants must register to receive Zoom connection information at www.PCS4ME.com

www.pcs4me.com

July 8th

Living History Adventure: Home for the Harvest Sharlot Hall Museum

10:00 AM

From dawn to dusk, hard work drove the day in frontier Prescott— homesteading, among other livings and lifestyles, took effort! Don't dawdle and put your ranch hands to work at July’s Living History Adventure. Explore the Museum’s campus and meet Living History interpreters on the grounds and in historic buildings as they go about their day at the Living History Adventure. See the blacksmith work in a real forge, print something in the Print Shop, try your hand at crafts and activities and more!

Event is included in the price of admission. Free admission for members and children 12-under.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

July 8th

Nature NiñosFree Family Nature Program

Highlands Center for Natural History

10:00 AM-12:00 PM

See Facebook page for details. The park rangers and community partners lead child-centered nature play events. Includes take-home freebies, creative nature activities, story time, scavenger hunts, guided walks, lessons, imaginary play, and more. A free City of Prescott event for families with children up to 8 years old in the Greater Prescott area. 928.777.1122

www.facebook.com/ natureninosprescott

Yavapai Native American Style Flute Circle

Touchmark at the Ranch (Lobby)

10:00 AM-12:30 PM

Our group is made up of flute players from all skill levels. We share teaching tips and information the first half hour followed by individual and group playing. You may bring along percussion and other instruments, backing tracks, etc. to enhance our playing experience. RSVP requested for setup. Free event. Takes place on the first Saturday of each month.

(July 8, Aug. 12, Sept. 9) 928.710.2383

www.facebook.com/ groups/3659359764287554

Independence Veteran Author Extravaganza

Prescott Valley VFW

11:00 AM-3:00 PM

Hosted by Writers Publishing HouseThe Pen Club. Come see local authors and celebrate our veterans. Includes book signings, speakers, and live podcasts. Vendor tables available. Location is 2375 N. 5th St. in Prescott Valley. Free to the public! 928.487.5551

www.writerspublishinghouse. com/independence-veteranauthor-extravaganza/

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Photo by Blushing Cactus Photography

Back Alley Wine Bar

July Events

July 1

Whiskey Pistols 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

July 2

Sunday Funday with The Back Alley Cats 3:00 PM-6:00 PM

July 4

Open Mic with Andrew Deering 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

July 6

STEFnROCK 5:00 PM-8:00 PM

July 7

IsometricK 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

July 8

Drew & Anton 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

July 9

Sunday Funday with The Back Alley Cats 3:00 PM-6:00 PM

July 10

Open Mic with Andrew Deering 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

July 13

STEFnROCK

PM-8:00 PM

July 14

Palomino

PM-9:30 PM

July 15

Austin Sweeney

July 16

Sunday Funday with The Back Alley Cats

July 17

Open Mic with Andrew Deering

July 20

July 27 STEFnROCK

PM-8:00 PM

July 28

Cheektones Trio

PM-9:30 PM

July 29

July 21

Wheelhouse Trio

July 22

Kaileena Martin

July 23

Sunday Funday with The Back Alley Cats

July 24

Open Mic with Andrew Deering

July 29 - TBA

July 30

Sunday Funday with The Back Alley Cats

PM-6:00 PM

July 31

Open Mic with Andrew Deering

PM-9:00 PM

Band Schedule Subject to Change

Prescott Now: What brought you to Prescott?

Jason Perkins: We were living in Santa Fe, New Mexico, working at La Fonda Hotel. And the same group of owners at La Fonda also owned the Hassayampa Inn here in Prescott.

In 2011, the ownership offered me the Executive Chef position at the Hassayampa Inn (Peacock Dining Room). It was a two-week notice, and I was going to have to pick up and leave. Within that two-week period we got married. I was just overwhelmed with the opportunity but excited about moving to Prescott.

Prescott Now: How did you get into the hospitality industry?

Jason Perkins: I started doing catering right out of high school and started taking culinary arts

JASON AND VANESSA PERKINS PRESERVING PAPA'S POWER

classes while working in the industry. After working in restaurants and catering companies for a few years I decided that this was the chosen path for me and I decided to start working my way towards being an executive chef. I focused all of my energy into learning and experience, I left home to travel out west and gain as much experience and knowledge as I could. That venture ultimately led me to where I am today.

Vanessa Perkins: At age of 16, I took my first steps into the world of hospitality in Santa Fe, New Mexico. I was taught a high level of hospitality by an amazing team that I will never forget the La Fonda Hotel Team. It was there that I discovered my innate ability to find joy in making others happy. The opportunity to create unique experiences for guests ignited a passion within me, driving me to excel in the art of customer service. This early realization laid the foundation for a remarkable

career dedicated to serving others.

Prescott Now: Have you always wanted to own a restaurant?

Jason Perkins: I just always knew owning a restaurant is something I would want. Once I started crossing off certain things in my career, I wanted to go further and take the next step. To me it’s always been about progressing and taking that next step and trying to always do better.

Prescott Now: What was the main factor in choosing Papa’s?

Jason Perkins: When Papa’s was located on White Spar, that was the first place we ever went out to eat in Prescott. I remember sitting outside on the patio, and it was a great first experience.

We considered buying other places or opening a new restaurant, but when we found the confidential listing and then found out it was Papa’s, we got very excited because we thought, “Well,

Andrea Barattini, Donna Bobadilla aka "Mama”, Emily Perkins. Vanessa Perkins, Liliana Perkins, Jason Perkins

that is exactly what we’re looking for; a well-established place with long-term employees and a great location.” That became our first choice by a very, very wide margin.

Prescott Now: Do you plan on making any changes at Papa’s?

Jason Perkins: We’re not looking to reinvent the wheel here. And why would anybody in that scenario of Papa’s? We just want to honor what they’ve done and put our hands on it, without changing a whole lot.

Mama was nice enough to make me a personalized recipe book, which they have never made for anyone, ever. And they didn’t even have recipes written down, it was just Mama doing it. We’re going to keep making the sauces and everything the same way.

Prescott Now: How are you going to make it your own?

Vanessa Perkins: We genuinely care about creating an exceptional experience for our

guests. Our goal is to enhance the ambiance and ensure every detail contributes to a warm and inviting atmosphere, I want to share my talent and contribute to the community by creating a dining experience that reflects exceptional service and genuine hospitality.

Jason Perkins: While we strive to bring our own unique touch, we also recognize the importance of preserving the elements that have already made the restaurant special. We will introduce weekend specials that allow me to share some of my creative ideas I have but not have to change anything that’s already established.

We plan to focus on improving the comfort of the seating arrangements. We want our customers to feel truly relaxed and at ease while they enjoy their meals. By introducing cozy booths and perhaps even some plush seating options. We understand that the

presentation plays a crucial role in the dining experience. We have already taken steps to elevate our service and presentation, but we are committed to going even further. We will invest in new plates, glassware, so that every dish and beverage is showcased beautifully, adding a touch of sophistication to the overall experience.

Prescott Now: What would you like the community to know about you and Papa’s?

Vanessa Perkins: Papa's is not just a business to us; it's a legacy that we are proud to carry forward. We pour our hearts into every aspect of Papa's, from the quality of our products to the experience we provide for our customers.

We are immensely grateful for the hard work and dedication of Papa's staff. They are the backbone of the operation and deserve recognition as we could not be here without them.

Gregory Swigut

Andrea Barattini, Donna Bobadilla aka "Mama”, Vanessa Perkins, Jason Perkins

July 8th

Live Theatre: "County FairA Country Jukebox Musical"

Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

Two performances today at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM. After the death of their father, two sisters return home to deal with their inheritance: a massive and beloved county fair in rural Georgia. There will be 8 performances from June 30 through July 9 in the PCA Cabaret. Tickets available online.

928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

NAZ Wranglers vs. Massachusetts Pirates

Findlay Toyota Center

6:05 PM

Home game vs. Arizona Rattlers. The Northern Arizona Wranglers play in the Indoor Football League and won the 2022 IFL National Championship. Games are played at Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley. Tailgate party starts at 3:00 PM. Tickets available at the arena box office or Ticketmaster. 928.772.1819

www.nazwranglers.com

Coal Miner's Daughter: A Tribute to Loretta Lynn

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Mamma Coal and her all-star band will play the greatest hits from Loretta Lynn's legendary career. Songs like "Coal Miner's Daughter," "You Ain't Woman Enough," "You're Lookin' At Country," "One' s on the Way," and many more! Special guest Charlie Hall will join the band for a collection of Conway Twitty duets. 928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Julie Williams at the Elks Crystal Hall

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Country performer Julie Williams has begun touring the country with the Black Opry Revue, a showcase featuring Black artists in country, blues, folk, and Americana music.

Julie took the stage with the group at CMA Fest in Nashville in June 2022 and followed this performance with her first solo tour.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

July 8th

Music on the GreenSky Daddy and the Pop Rocks

Prescott Valley Civic Center

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

There will be Music on the Green concerts on July 8 with Sky Daddy and the Pop Rocks and Aug. 12 (Band TBD) at the Civic Center Theatre on the Green. See the Town of Prescott Valley website for performer updates and event details.

928.759.3090

www.prescottvalley-az.gov

July 9th

Prescott Valley Community Market

9:00 AM-2:00 PM

Outdoor artisan and maker market features vendors with food and nonfood items such as local meats, fresh eggs and vegetables, baked goods, body care products, handcrafted jewelry, art and much more. Located at 7210 E. Pav Way in Prescott Valley. Check Facebook page for weekly updates on participating vendors and special events.

928.273.9767

www.facebook.com/PVCMLLC

Whiskey Jam - Open Mic Thumb Butte Distillery

The Thumb Butte Distillery is located at 400 N. Washington Ave. in Prescott. Whiskey Jam open mic sessions take place on Sundays from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. Check website for the July live music schedule.

928.443.8498

www.thumbbuttedistillery.com

Live Music at the Windsock Lounge: Blues Jam with Scott O'Neal Band Blues Jam every Sunday in July from 2:00-6:00 PM hosted by the Scott O'Neal Band. The Windsock Lounge also has STEFnROCK every Tue. at 5:00 PM, Travis Crow & Colton Burris on Wed. at 6:00 PM, the Aragon Ping Band on Thu. at 6:00 PM, and bands on Fri. and Sat. See website for the live music schedule and times.

928.776.7309

www.thewindsocklounge.net

July 9th

Prescott Library Events This Week

This week's events at the Prescott Public Library: Drop-In Tech Help, Toddler Storytime, Crafts for Kids!, Preschool Storytime, Wednesday Morning Book Club, LEGO Expo, Family Book Club, PapaHugs

Children's Music, WORDS Book Club, Baby and Me Storytime, Chair Yoga, and more! Community groups meet at the library every week. See the events calendar page on the library website for event details.

928.777.1500

www.prescottlibrary.info

July 10th

STEPS Art Education Program for Children

'Tis Annex Art Education Building

10:00 AM-11:30 AM

Free art education classes, with tuition and art supplies included. Class size limited to 8 students. Classes meet on Mon., Tue., and Wed. for two weeks, followed by a Monday wrap-up class featuring final projects, with parents in attendance. July classes take place from 7/10 through 7/24. July classes for ages 8-10 with Gail Brendle: "Adventures in Abstract Art", and July classes for ages 11 & up with Mary Clare McCartin: "Landscapes With a Focus On Perspective." August classes will take place from 8/14 through 8/28. See website for details and online registration. The Annex Building is located at 235 N. Marina St. in Prescott.

928.775.0223

www.tisartgallery.com/artclasses

Open House - Hosted by Lonesome Valley Quilt Guild Mingus View Presbyterian Church

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

The Lonesome Valley Quilt Guild invites you to join us for an evening of friendship and fun. Free admission. There will be demonstrations of several aspects of quilt making. Our displays will feature information on Guild activities, including Internal workshops (free), community projects, and more.

928.925.5601

www.lonesomevalleyquilters.com

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BUILDING ARIZONA... ONE BLOCK AT A TIME

KEN LAIN & CARIE HUGHES DANCING STARS

Performance August 25 & 26, 2023 Yavapai College Performing Arts Center

Tickets sold online at www.DancingForTheStars.net

VOTE EARLY & VOTE OFTEN FOR YOUR FAVORITE!

Couple with the most Votes Wins!

$20 donation vote to Boys & Girls Clubs at www.DancingForTheStars.net

July 11th

Chino Valley Quilters Monthly Meeting

First Southern Baptist Church

9:30 AM-12:00 PM

Meets on the second Tuesday of each month in the gym at the First Southern Baptist Church, located at 1524 AZ-89 in Chino Valley. Free to attend and guests are welcome. See website for more information about the CV Quilters.

928.237.7488

www.chinovalleyquilters.com

Explore Prescott's History

The Sharlot Hall Museum is located in downtown Prescott at 415 W. Gurley St. The history museum has exhibits, galleries, gardens, and historic buildings. Open Tue. to Sat. 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and 12:00 to 4:00 PM on Sundays. See website calendar for the July special events at the museum.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

Social Dance to Live Music!

Social Dance Club - Prescott

Tuesdays 4:30 PM-9:30 PM

Grab your dancing shoes and join us on the huge, beautiful wooden floor! We dance nonstop to 5 hours of live music by the Red Baron and Alan Harkrader! Full cash bar, cash cover charge is $10. See you on the dance floor! Location is 1245 White Spar Rd. in Prescott.

www.facebook.com/ groups/3132317610356663

Movie Nights & Live Music

at the Raven Cafe

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Movies and Live Music - 7/11 Movie Night, 7/16 Jonathan Best. See the events page on the Raven Cafe website to confirm the live music schedule.

928.717.0009

www.ravencafe.com

July 11th

Pastel Classes and Studio Drawing Classes

Phippen Museum

10:00 AM-2:00 PM

The Phippen Museum offers pastel classes with Don Rantz for both beginner and experienced artists. They are held on Tue. and Wed. from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Continuous enrollment. The museum also offers introductory drawing classes with Neal McEwen on Fridays from 1:003:00 PM. Call the museum for details or to enroll in these classes. 928.778.1385

www.phippenartmuseum.org

July 12th

Coffee with a CopPrescott Valley Police Dept.

Sally B's Cafe

8:00 AM-9:30 AM

Free event held this month at Sally B's Cafe, 7680 E. AZ-69 in Prescott Valley. Officers and staff from the Prescott Valley Police Department invite residents of the community to join them in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships and drink free coffee. The program aims to advance the practice of community policing through improving relationships between police officers and community members, one cup of coffee at a time.

928.759.3090

www.prescottvalley-az.gov

July 12th

Happy Together Tour

Findlay Toyota Center - 7:00 PM

The Happy Together Tour has crisscrossed the nation delighting audiences for over a decade and returns this summer with a show full of charttopping hits from the '60s and '70s – an undeniable 61 Billboard Top 40 smashes. The Tour is once again joined by The Turtles, who also act as musical hosts for the evening. and will include Little Anthony, Gary Puckett & the Union Gap, The Vogues, Classics IV, and the Cowsills. Tickets available on Ticketmaster, at the arena box office, and by phone. 928.772.1819

www.findlaytoyotacenter.com

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We are passionate about raising awareness concerning toxic chemicals and drugs that are found in drinking water today.

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July 12th

Movies at the Elks: "Lyle Lyle Crocodile" Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Catch a classic movie at the Elks Theatre! Admission is by a cash donation of any amount. The concession has soda, candy, popcorn, beer, and wine and accepts debit, credit or cash.

928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org/ movies

Visit the Zoo!

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

Located at 1403 Heritage Park Rd. in Prescott and open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The HPZS is a nonprofit wildlife sanctuary, dedicated to the conservation and protection of native and exotic animals. The zoo offers educational opportunities and special events throughout the year.

928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

AZ Wordsmith - Prose Open Mic at the Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Held on the second Wednesday of each month in The Elks 3rd floor Sundance Room. This is an opportunity to share your prose with other writers and people that love to read great literature in our community. Those who are just in the mood for listening are welcome to come. Grab a seat and enjoy some inspiring talks from area wordsmiths. Admission $5.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

WHC Presentation by Thomas Stricker: The History of Beads Western Heritage Center

7:00 PM-8:30 PM

Thomas Stricker owns the Prescott Trading Post and Bead Museum and has collected beads, gem materials, agates, jade, shells, semi-precious and precious gem stones since the 1970s. Beads covering the history of humanity from ancient civilizations and cultures to present day will be displayed. Beads used as currency, adornment, investment and status symbols will be exhibited and described. Tickets are $15 and available at the WHC.

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

July 13th

Explore Prescott's Western Heritage Western Heritage Center

10:00 AM-5:00 PM

The Western Heritage Center is located on Historic Whiskey Row and is open Wednesday through Sunday. Explore the exhibits and learn about Prescott's western history and culture. The WHC also hosts lectures and book signings. See Facebook page for hours and event updates. Free admission!

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

Bronzesmith Foundry Tour

Bronzesmith Fine Art Foundry & Gallery in Prescott Valley offers foundry tours every Thursday at 11:00 AM. Learn about the lost wax process of bronze casting. Fun and informative! The cost is $20 per person and advance reservations are required. Individuals and small groups are welcome.

928.772.2378

www.bronzesmith.com

Live Music at the Back Alley Wine Bar

5:00 PM-8:00 PM

156 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. Singer-songwriter open mic every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM, hosted by Andrew Deering. Thu. is pizza night with live music from 5:00-8:00 PM with STEFnROCK and wood-fired pizzas available. Live music — Fri. 7/14 Palomino 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat. 7/15 Austin Sweeney 6:30-9:30 PM, Sun. 7/16 Sunday Funday with The Back Alley Cats 3:00-6:00 PM. See website for the July live music schedule.

480.570.5131

www.backalleywine.com

July

14th

Mountain Artists Guild Open Studio: Portraiture

Mountain Artists Guild

Drop-in open studio. Friday mornings from 9:00 AM to noon. $12 members and $18 non-members. Other open studio sessions are offered including still life and oil/acrylic painting. See website for shows and exhibits in the galleries and for special events.

928.445.2510

www.mountainartistsguild.org

July 14th

Live Music at Founding Fathers Collective - Sky Daddy & the Pop Rocks

Evening live music 6:00-9:00 PM - Fri. 7/14 Sky Daddy & the Pop Rocks, Sat. 7/15 Danny Romero & the Arizona Territory, Sun. 7/16 Wheelhouse. Brunch Sat./Sun.

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM featuring food trucks, mimosa and bloody mary bar and live music. Sunday Texas Hold'em poker 4:00-8:00 PM. Trivia night every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM. Wed. Family Game Night 6:00-10:00 PM. Bring a board game or join a game with others! Check website to confirm bands. Located at 218 N. Granite St. in Prescott. 928.541.1556

www.foundingfatherscollective.com

Friday Night Barn Dance

Mortimer Farms

6:00 PM-10:00 PM

Enjoy a live band, dancing, campfire and a cash bar. Plus enjoy lawn games and the beautiful farm scenery! Add dinner to your admission for only $15 more. Barn Dance events are held every Friday starting at 6:00 PM. Mortimer Farms is located in Dewey. 928.830.1116

www.mortimerfarmsaz.com

PV Chamber: Annual Banquet and Community Excellence Awards Findlay Toyota Center

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

The Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce is celebrating 48 years of serving Prescott Valley and the business community. Enjoy a night of fun and celebrating those that have gone above and beyond. Tickets are $70 per person or $525 per table (8). RSVP online on the chamber website. 928.772.8857

www.pvchamber.org

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UPCOMING EVENTS

at the Western Heritage Center

Wednesday, July 12th · 7:00pm · $15

The History of Beads 100,000 BC to Present

Thomas Stricker, Presenter

Thomas Stricker opened the Prescott Trading Post and Bead Museum in October 2021. He has collected beads, gem materials, metals such as gold, silver, bronze, copper as well as agates, jade, shells, semi-precious and precious gem-stones from the 1970s to the present.

Beads covering the history of humanity from ancient civilizations and cultures to present days will be displayed. Beads used as currency, adornment, investment and status symbols will be exhibited and described.

The Bead Museum and Trading Post is located at 522 South Montezuma Street in Prescott. Free admission.

Wednesday, August 9th · 7:00pm · $15

“Highway to History: The Black Canyon Highway 1864-1956”

Stuart Rosebrook, Presenter

Western historian Stuart Rosebrook, Ph.D is the editor of True West magazine. He grew up hearing the stories of the Old Black Canyon Highway from his father and wrote his master’s thesis on the history of the intrastate road and its importance to the history of the state of Arizona.

From its development from an Indigenous trail to state highway, the Old Black Canyon route was one of the most significant to the development of the Arizona Territory into statehood.

Wednesday, August 23rd · 7:00pm · $15

The Two Greatest Disasters In Prescott History!

PART 1

The Dam, The Drunk & The Disaster

Drew Desmond, Presenter

Drew Desmond is the author of the immensely popular #PrescottAZHistory blog, which features over 280 articles and has welcomed over 750,000 readers. Drew is also Vice President of Administration on the Board of the Prescott Western Heritage Foundation.

“The heartbreaking story of the Walnut Grove Dam Disaster of 1890 in Yavapai County. It is still regarded as the worst natural disaster in Arizona history.” Drew & Brad Courtney co-authored “Murder and Mayhem in Prescott” and “True Tales of Prescott.”

PART 2

A Pictorial Presentation of the Great Whiskey Row Fire of 1900

Brad Courtney, Presenter

Bradley G. Courtney is the author of Prescott’s Original Whiskey Row and The Whiskey Row Fire of 1900. He is an independent historian who lived and taught in Phoenix, Arizona, for nineteen years and on the Navajo Indian Reservation in northern Arizona for twelve years.

Prescott’s Great Fire of 1900 has been written about many times. However, recent research has not only revealed certain findings never before known to the general public, but also errors in the standard telling of the subject.

928.910.2307

· VisitWHC.org

Tickets can be purchased at the Western Heritage Center’s Mercantile

Wednesday–Saturday 10am-5pm · Sunday Noon-4pm

Prescott Western Heritage Foundation

VOTED NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR by

the Prescott Chamber of Commerce

Wednesday, September 6th · 7:00pm · $15

Life at the Bottom: My Years Living at Phantom Ranch, Grand Canyon

Warren Tracey, Presenter

Warren earned an AAS Degree in Business Information Systems at Yavapai College in 1981, then went on to finish a BS in Business Economics at Arizona State University. Having worked at the Grand Canyon prior to college, the opportunity came up to drop down, down to Phantom Ranch.

Warren’s presentation provides a brief history of Phantom Ranch & what it was like to live at the bottom of the Grand Canyon. Aside from covering the history and development of Phantom Ranch, he will provide a perspective of what it was like to live amidst this well noted wonder of the world; The Grand Canyon.

Wednesday, September 20th · 7:00pm · $20

“Hellraising and Trailblazing Women of the Wild West”

(Including Prescott’s Hometown Heroine!)

Jana Bommersbach, Presenter

Jana is an acclaimed and respected Arizona journalist, author, and speaker. She has been honored with two lifetime achievement awards as “an inspiration to the state’s media community. In 2020, Jana was inducted into the prestigious Arizona Women’s Hall of Fame, which recognizes women natives or residents of Arizona for their significant achievements or statewide contributions.

We all know about the bandits and the bad boys, the gunfighters and goons, but not the women who held it all together with grit and spit. The reality is plain: there never would have been a settled West without the women – Native and Mexican women here first; Black and White women who followed – all bravely staking their lives in these unknown badlands. But they’ve never gotten their due.

Wednesday, October 4th · 6:00pm · $20

“The Gentleman Doc Holliday”

Wyatt Earp, Presenter

This one-man play features Wyatt Earp (great grand-nephew of Wyatt Earp) as Doc Holliday.

Earp tells the story of the West’s most famous dentist and his journey from one who heals to one who kills. The setting is in a Denver, Colorado jail cell, where Bat Masterson and Governor Frederick W. Pitkin have put Doc in protective custody for a few hours. This is after Doc and the Earps have left Arizona for Colorado. Unfortunately for Doc, a few hours have turned into a few days. To say the least, Doc is not very happy about this. He is angry with the jailor, who is ignoring his needs. Out of boredom and frustration, Doc begins bantering with the other prisoners. You, the audience are the other prisoners.

Save the Date

10th Annual

Prescott Western Heritage Foundation’s Awards Banquet

WHEN : Saturday, November 4th

WHERE : Prescott Resort & Conference Center

TIME : 5:00 pm

• Western “Heritage Keeper” Scholarship Awards

• Individual and Organization “Heritage Keeper” Recognition

• Exciting Silent Auction

• Western & Classic Country Band

• Carving stations will provide guests with delicious dinner options

Tickets will go on sale August 7, so mark your calendars! Watch for additional information this summer.

Interested in becoming a sponsor for this event?

Contact: dennisgallagher@mac.com

July 14th

The Heat Is On - Hot Seats at Bucky's & Yavapai Casinos

Fridays in July, get out of the heat, enjoy exciting indoor fun at Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos. Play Hot Seats, 1:00-5:00 PM at both casinos on Fridays and win up to $500 cash or chips. Prizes escalate weekly from $100 to $500. Let’s Play, Preskitt! (July 7, 14, 21, 28)

928.776.5696

www.buckyscasino.com

July 14th

Planetarium Show: "NingalooAustralia's Other Great Reef"

Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium

6:00 PM

Five showtimes on Fri. 7/14 and Sat. 7/15. Reserve tickets online. One of the world’s largest fringing coral reefs, Ningaloo Reef is visible from space and stretches along the northwest coast of Western Australia for 260 km. We travel in a two-person submarine, Odyssea, on an underwater adventure. 928.777.3422

https://prescott.erau.edu/about/ planetarium

SOLD OUT - One of These NightsEagles Tribute

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

John Waxman and JD Madrid have teamed up with fellow stellar musicians to create one of the best-sounding Eagles tribute bands touring today. Recognized for their uncanny accuracy to the original, One of These Nights is a pure and simple tribute to the Eagles!

Two shows - Fri. 7/14 and Sat. 7/15. 928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Live Music at the Whiskey River Tavern

Located at 214 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. Live Music - Fri. 7/14 Scandalous Hands 8:00-11:00

PM, Sat. 7/15 STEFnROCK 1:00-4:00

PM and the Copper State Band from 8:00-11:00 PM, Sun. 7/16 Justin and Autumn Hitson 2:00-6:00 PM, Tue. 7/18 Palomino 6:30-9:30 PM, Wed.

7/19 Sky Daddy 6:30-9:30 PM, Thu.

7/20 Darin and Deering 6:30-9:30 PM. See website for live music and line dancing schedule.

928.237.5817

www.whiskeyrivertavern.com

July 14th

Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Prescott

The Prescott Chamber of Commerce offers 90-minute walking tours of historic downtown Prescott. Stroll through history and learn about Prescott's storied past. Tours are offered most Friday and Saturday mornings. Call the Prescott Chamber office at 928.445.2000 to confirm. Special tours are available upon request for groups of 5 of more at a cost of $5.00 per person.

928.445.2000

www.prescott.org

Karaoke with Matt & Allie Cooper's Pub

Located at 4499 AZ-69 in Prescott at the La Quinta Inn & Suites. Karaoke every Friday from 7:00-11:00 PM. Check Matt & Allies Karaoke Facebook page for their weekly karaoke events in Prescott and Prescott Valley.

928.227.8772

www.facebook.com/ CoopersPubAZ

Prescott Farmers Market

YRMC Miller Valley Parking Lot

7:30 AM-12:00 PM

The market hosts local farmers, ranchers, food vendors and craft vendors each week. Find fresh specialty produce, meat, eggs, bread, baked goods, delicious ready-to-eat foods and more. Accepts cash, credit, debit and double EBT/SNAP benefits! Pets are not allowed at the market but service animals are always welcome.

928.713.1227

www.prescottfarmersmarket.org

July 15th

YRMC Breastfeeding Works (In-Person Class)

Yavapai Regional Medical Center

East - Prescott Valley

9:00 AM-12:00 PM

A YRMC lactation consultant teaches new moms how to have a successful, rewarding breastfeeding experience. After your baby is born, the class provides support and friendship with other breastfeeding moms. Free class - registration required. See website for details. This class is held numerous times throughout the year.

928.442.8800

www.yrmchealthconnect.org/ calendar

Garden Class:

The Doctor Is In the House Watters Garden Center

9:30 AM

Free garden class at Watters Garden Center, located at 1815 Iron Springs Rd. in Prescott. The Doctor is in the House - How to Heal Sick Plants - As we enter summer the heat, bugs and disease take its toll in the gardens. Frustrated gardens will have insight into proper water, grasshopper control and how to get the most out of your vegetable gardens. Frustrated gardeners will have all the tools they need to keep the garden pest-free! You can have a nice yard with these easy-to-use tips and a few key plant choices.

928.445.4159

www.wattersgardencenter.com/ classes

Discover Native History & Culture Museum of Indigenous People

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

Exhibits include prehistoric and contemporary examples of indigenous cultural and artistic materials from the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico. The museum has special exhibits, art auctions and other special events throughout the year. Located at 147 N. Arizona Ave. in Prescott.

928.445.1230

www.museumofindigenouspeople.org

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Founding Fathers Collective July Events

July 1

Independence

Day Block Party

• Beergarden

• Inflatables/games

• Live music

• Street vendors

July 2

Lonesome Whistle

July 6

Jack Fister

July 7

Cadillac Angels

July 8

Niki and The Mayhem

July 9

Tyller Gummersall

July 13

Steph Griffin

July 14

Sky Daddy & The Pop Rocks

July 15

Danny Romero & The Arizona Territory

July 16

Wheelhouse

July 21

GrooveTrain

July 22

Joe Baker

July 23

Joe Baker

July 28

Jazz Kats

July 29

Michael Somma Band

Evening music performances take place from 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

Every Sunday Texas Holdem 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Every Tuesday Trivia 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Every Wednesday Family Game Night 6:00 PM-10:00 PM

Bring in a board game or join a game with others!

BY RAIL with Railbookers

GRAND TOUR OF SWITZERLAND SCENIC SWITZERLAND FROM BASEL

Zurich > Interlaken > Lausanne > Zermatt > Gornergrat > St Moritz

Lugano > Lucerne

15 DAYS

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Experience Jungfrau Railway, Europe’s highest-altitude railway station

• All in one blockbuster tour of Switzerland including all the scenic lines and key mountain excursions

• Traverse the Swiss Alps onboard the Golden Pass Line

• Take in a mountain panorama from the top of Gornergrat

• Experience Jungfrau Railway, Europe’s highest-altitude railway station

• Traverse the Swiss Alps onboard the Golden Pass Line

• Board the Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz

• and more!

• Take in a mountain panorama from the top of Gornergrat

• Board the Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz

• and more!

• Amazing Matterhorn views from the Gornergrat Cog Railway

Jungfrau mountain

Jungfrau mountain

• Enjoy time in two of Switzerland’s most scenic alpine towns – Interlaken and Chur

• Enjoy time in two of Switzerland’s most scenic alpine towns – Interlaken and Chur

• Alpine Adventure via boat and cable car or the worlds steepest cog railway to the top of Mount Pilatus

• Beautiful Scenery of The Golden Pass railway

• Highest railway station Europe atop the world-famous Jungfrau Railway

• Alpine Adventure via boat and cable car or the worlds steepest cog railway to the top of Mount Pilatus

• Highest railway station Europe atop the world-famous Jungfrau Railway

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Enjoy wonderful views of the iconic Matterhorn mountain from the Gornergrat Cog Railway

• Admire the majesty of the Swiss Alps from the panoramic carriages of the Glacier Express

• Marvel at the change in scenery onboard the UNESCO listed Bernina Express, and enjoy a true Italian pizza in Tirano!

• Marvel at the change in scenery onboard the UNESCO listed Bernina Express, and enjoy a true Italian pizza in Tirano!

• Experience the glamorous and world-famous Swiss resorts in Zermatt and St. Moritz

• Experience the glamorous and world-famous Swiss resorts in Zermatt and St. Moritz

• Rabies

• Rabies

• Distemper/Parvo 4 in 1

• Bordetella

Photos by D aryl Weisser

Cruise In for the Veterans 11th Annual Car Show

April 22 turned out to be a perfect day for cruising among the tons of shiny cars and motorcycles in Findlay Toyota Center’s parking lot in Prescott Valley. The new location made room for the new motorcycle section and more than 500 entries into an event that’s grown to be the largest show of its kind in Northern Arizona. Raffle prizes, a silent auction, food, music and free McDonald’s snacks for kids were offered throughout the day. Only veterans were eligible to vote for the winners and several booths from groups offering services to veterans were set up. More than $30,000 was raised for local organizations that help veterans in need.

SPRUCE UP YOUR DAY WITH

Groom Creek Loop Hike

by Blake Herzog

People come to Prescott, especially from the desert, to see tall ponderosas, shady trails, creeks with running water, colorful wildflowers in spring, maybe some snow in the winter, lots of wildlife and a cheery hometown feel.

Spruce Mountain is the ideal place to find almost everything you’re looking for in a Prescott trip, all of it accessible through the popular Groom Creek Loop Trail No. 307. Its circular path brings users up to its summit, which affords spellbinding views of Prescott, Granite Mountain, Chino Valley and many other expanses of our beautiful region.

It’s also one good workout, with a 1,200-foot elevation gain and lots of challenging surfaces to test your core and balance. Despite its popularity, there are other times (particularly during the week) where it’s a perfect place to find some peace and a refuge from the busyness of everyday life.

As with many loop hikes that go up the side of a mountain, the direction you decide to hike will have a big impact on your experience. From the trailhead, if you head to the right you’ll be heading in a counterclockwise direction that will give you a more gradual, meandering ascent to the top with opportunities for wildlife and horizon watching, which will take you through the majority of the loop.

Hikers and runners looking for a more intense cardio workout heading uphill and mountain bikers looking for longer downhill action can turn to the left for a steeper uphill climb. Either way you see lots of ponderosas and Douglas firs, the latter of which may have been mistaken for spruce by whoever named the mountain.

Whatever way you get there, the views from around the base of the watchtower are splendid and get even more so if the tower happens to be open for public use.

GROOM CREEK LOOP TRAIL NO. 307

You reach this gorgeous trail by taking Mt. Vernon Street in downtown Prescott south for about 7 miles as it becomes Senator Highway, passes Goldwater Lake and rolls through the picturesque community of Groom Creek. The trailhead sign will be on your left, across the street from Groom Creek Horse Camp. Given its location it’s not surprising a lot of horseback riders use the trail along with hikers and mountain bikers, so you need to be mindful of how to interact with these users in particular. Horses should always be given the right of way, with other users slowing down and pulling to the side of the trail. Say hello

and ask the rider what you should do if you’re not sure.

Don’t stand silently, but you also shouldn’t speed past the horse, yell or do anything else that might spook the horse. If you’re approaching the horse from behind, announce yourself well in advance and ask the rider what you should do.

Parking fees: None

Uses: Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding

Distance: 8.7 miles

Level of difficulty: Moderate to difficult

Elevation: 5,500 feet to 7,700 feet

Photo by Michelle Haynes Map: arizonahiking.org

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July 15th

Consignment Art Market

Museum of Indigenous People

Hundreds of both Native and nonNative-made artworks and items of southwestern decor. Takes place in the Pueblo building. Free admission to the consignment market. The museum will also be open today from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Museum admission is $10/adults, $8/seniors, $6/youth ages 13-17. Free admission for children under 13 years.

928.445.1230

www.museumofindigenouspeople.org

Summer ZooFest

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

5:30 PM-8:30 PM

Enjoy this fun family event at the zoo! Includes animal feedings, keeper talks, music, bounce house, adult beer garden, concessions and more! Tickets available online or can be purchased at the gate.

928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

Jazz Journey at the Elks: The Jazz Vocal Tradition

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Takes place in the Performing Arts Center Crystal Hall. The next concert in the 2023 Jazz Journey series will celebrate the jazz vocal tradition! Seating will be cabaret-style and parties of 4 to 6 will be given their own table.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Olsen's Arena: 2023 High Point

Saddle & Buckle Series

Olsen's Arena

Visit the Olsen's events page to see all of the July events. Events take place at Olsen's Arena in Chino Valley. Open arena from 4:00-5:00 PM and the race begins at 5:30 PM. Next events will be on July 15 and Aug. 19 with the finals on Sept. 14-15 at the Prescott Rodeo Grounds.

928.636.2321

www.olsensbarrelracing.com

July 16th

Prescott Valley Community Market

9:00 AM-2:00 PM

Outdoor artisan and maker market features vendors with food and nonfood items such as local meats, fresh eggs and vegetables, baked goods, body care products, handcrafted jewelry, art, and much more. Located at 7210 E. Pav Way in Prescott Valley. Check Facebook page for weekly updates on participating vendors and special events.

928.273.9767

www.facebook.com/PVCMLLC

Whiskey Jam - Open Mic

The Thumb Butte Distillery is located at 400 N. Washington Ave. in Prescott. Whiskey Jam open mic sessions take place on Sundays from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. Check website for the July live music schedule.

928.443.8498

www.thumbbuttedistillery.com

Live Music at the Windsock Lounge: Blues Jam with Scott O'Neal Band Blues Jam every Sunday in July from 2:00-6:00 PM hosted by the Scott O'Neal Band. The Windsock Lounge also has STEFnROCK every Tue. at 5:00 PM, Travis Crow & Colton Burris on Wed. at 6:00 PM, the Aragon Ping Band on Thu. at 6:00 PM, and bands on Fri. and Sat. See website for the live music schedule and times.

928.776.7309

www.thewindsocklounge.net

Prescott Library Events This Week

Prescott Public Library

This week's events at the Prescott Public Library: Drop-In Tech Help, Summer Science for Kids, Toddler Storytime, Crafts for Kids, Preschool Storytime, Bookin' It Teen Book Club, Pajama Storytime, Wildman Phil's Wild World Safari, Genealogy Virtual Mentor Session, Tabletop Games for Teens, Baby and Me Storytime, and Third Friday Chamber Music. Community groups meet at the library every week. See the events calendar page on the library website for event details.

928.777.1500

www.prescottlibrary.info

July 17th

July EventsPrescott Valley Public Library

July events at the Prescott Valley Public Library: Read to a Dog, Family History Activity Day, Teen Weekly Summer Reading, DIY Tween & Teen Friendship Bracelets, Taiko Drumming, Pokemon Club, Teen Pop N Paint, Family Story Time, Teen Game Time, Minecraft Club, Wildman Phil Animal Show, Songwriting 101 for Teens, Crafty Teen, and more! See website for details. Some events are held online or may require registration. The library is located at 7401 E. Skoog Blvd.

928.759.3040

www.pvlib.net

July 18th

Youth Camp (July 18-21)

"Full STEAM Ahead"

Sharlot Hall Museum

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

"Full STEAM Ahead" is a brand-new youth camp for children ages 9-13 that will run from Tue. 7/18 to Fri. 7/21. Enrollment is limited (16 spots). At this camp, participants will move beyond the names, dates, and events of history to dig into the connections between Arizona’s past and the fields of science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics. Call the museum to register.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

Explore Prescott's History

Sharlot Hall Museum

The Sharlot Hall Museum is located in downtown Prescott at 415 W. Gurley St. The history museum has exhibits, galleries, gardens and historic buildings. Open Tue. to Sat. 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and 12:00 to 4:00 PM on Sundays. See website calendar for the July special events at the museum.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

July 18th

Social Dance to Live Music! Social Dance Club - Prescott Tuesdays 4:30 PM-9:30 PM

Grab your dancing shoes and join us on the huge, beautiful wooden floor! We dance nonstop to 5 hours of live music by the Red Baron and Alan Harkrader! Full cash bar, cash cover charge is $10. See you on the dance floor! Location is 1245 White Spar Rd. in Prescott. www.facebook.com/ groups/3132317610356663

July 18th

Prescott Summer Concert SeriesLucky Dave Russell Band Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

6:30 PM

Rockin' country band! The Summer Concert Series is taking place at the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza in Downtown Prescott. See website or Facebook page for the music lineup. Free admission. Bring a blanket or chair.

928.443.5220

www.prescottconcertseries.com

July 18th

Movie Nights & Live Music at the Raven Cafe

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Movies and Live Music - 7/18 Movie Night, 7/23 Michael Jaramillo. See the events page on the Raven Cafe website to confirm the live music schedule.

928.717.0009

www.ravencafe.com

Weekly Promotions at Bucky's & Yavapai Casinos

We celebrate our veterans on Tuesdays, seniors on Wednesdays, and our ladies on Thursdays. Join us on your special day! Come for Taco Tuesdays at Yavapai Cantina. Enjoy delicious crunchy or soft-shell beef tacos, $1.50 each, 11:00 AM to close! GRC discounts do not apply. Pasta special is on Wednesdays starting at 4:00 PM - pasta served with garlic bread for $11.99 from 4:00 PM. Let’s Play Preskitt!

928.776.5696

www.buckyscasino.com

July 19th

Breakfast with BirdersPrescott Audubon Society

Lynx Lake South Shore

7:00 AM

BYOB – Bring Your Own Breakfast to meet with fellow birders for conversation, breakfast, and birds. This is an unstructured gathering to start your day off with friends and birds. Every location has at least one picnic table and restrooms. Site changes monthly. Sites are flat and accessible for mobility-challenged birders.

281.682.6068

www.prescottaudubon.org

Simple Solutions to Common Cyber Threats

Online Event

9:00 AM-10:00 AM

July 19th

Visit the Zoo!

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

Located at 1403 Heritage Park Rd. in Prescott and open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The HPZS is a nonprofit wildlife sanctuary, dedicated to the conservation and protection of native and exotic animals. The zoo offers educational opportunities and special events throughout the year. 928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

In this session you'll discover the most common threats facing small businesses today, low-cost strategies to safeguard your business from cyberattacks, and non-technical solutions that anyone can implement. This is a free, online-only event. 928.717.7232

http://bit.ly/cyber-threatsolutions

Photos by D aryl Weisser

Library Summertime Partnerships

Benefit Prescott Kids!

Summer programs for children at the library are not only free, but robust and varied! Besides the standard favorite events like Storytimes, book clubs, book battles, and performers like Wildman Phil, we offer other unique activities because of partnerships with community groups.

One partnership we value greatly is with our Prescott Art Docents. For many years, the Art Docents ran an Art in June program for children where they introduced a variety of artists and then created art projects using artistic tools and techniques. For the past two summers, Prescott Art Docents have taken an active role during our weekly drop-in crafts on Tuesdays and bring their creative projects to many more children.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's STEM Outreach is another community partnership we have worked with and enjoyed during our summer programming. For the last three years, ERAU’s STEM Outreach has provided STEM kits and science programming for children. This summer’s science line up included a program with telescopes and learning more about the sun. The second science program, learning to detect electricity in space, will be held on Thursday, July 27 at 2pm. After each program, ERAU provides STEM kits for participants to take home and practice what they’ve learned.

Prescott Public Library families and kids reap great benefits from these wonderful partnerships. We look forward to many more summers with both these organizations to provide educational, fun, and quality programming for the children in our Prescott community.

Celebrate reading and enjoy free fantastic programing at Prescott Public Library. Summer activities and programs continues through July 22 and end with a POP! Enjoy the BubbleManiacs and refreshments on the library lawn on Saturday, July 22 at 2 pm.

Checkout some of these July Summer Events at the Library:

• July 6 at 10 AM and 2 PM

Taiko Drumming

• July 12 at 1 PM LEGO Expo

• July 13 at 10 AM and 2 PM

PapaHugs Children’s Music

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Artist Cindy Carrillo

Artist Betty Carr

Artist Eric Slayton

Artist Gretchen Lopez

Artist Gretchen Lopez

July 19th

Wildman Phil Animal Show

Prescott Valley Public Library

1:00 PM-2:00 PM

Two shows at 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM. Wildman Phil brings animals from around the world for a lively, interactive experience where everyone gets up close and personal with some of the most incredible creatures on the planet. Registration is not required, seating is on a firstcome first served basis and space is limited. Come to the Children's Department before the program to pick up tickets. We will all go together to the program.

928.759.3040

www.pvlib.net

Archaeology Society Monthly Meeting Museum of Indigenous People

6:30 PM-8:00 PM

The local archaeology society has their monthly meeting the third Wed. of each month except Aug. and Dec. at 6:30 PM in the Pueblo building next to the Museum of Indigenous People in Prescott. Entrance in the back. Interesting speakers and monthly hikes to local sites of interest. Free and open to the public.

www.azarchsoc.org

Movies at the Elks: "Inside Out"

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Catch a classic movie at the Elks Theatre! Admission is by a cash donation of any amount. The concession has soda, candy, popcorn, beer, and wine and accepts debit, credit, or cash.

928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org/

movies

July 20th

Explore Prescott's Western Heritage Western Heritage Center

10:00 AM-5:00 PM

The Western Heritage Center is located on Historic Whiskey Row and is open Wednesday through Sunday. Explore the exhibits and learn about Prescott's western history and culture. The WHC also hosts lectures and book signings. See Facebook page for hours and event updates. Free admission!

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

July 20th

Bronzesmith Foundry Tour

Bronzesmith Fine Art Foundry & Gallery

11:00 AM

Bronzesmith Fine Art Foundry & Gallery in Prescott Valley offers foundry tours every Thursday at 11:00 AM. Learn about the lost wax process of bronze casting. Fun and informative! The cost is $20 per person and advance reservations are required. Individuals and small groups are welcome.

928.772.2378

www.bronzesmith.com

Speaker Series: Jerome Stories

The Center - Prescott

1:00 PM

Free admission for this presentation by the Arizona Territorial Society. Starts at 1:00 PM. Located at 1280B E. Rosser St. in Prescott.

928.778.3000

www.thecenteronrosser.org

Live Music at the Back Alley Wine Bar

156 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. Singer-songwriter open mic every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM, hosted by Andrew Deering. Thu. is pizza night with live music from 5:00-8:00 PM with STEFnROCK and wood-fired pizzas available. Live music — Sat. 7/21 Wheelhouse Trio 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat. 7/22 Kaileena Martin 6:30-9:30 PM, Sun. 7/23 Sunday Funday with The Back Alley Cats 3:00-6:00 PM. See website for the July live music schedule.

480.570.5131

www.backalleywine.com

Prescott Summer Concert SeriesCentral Arizona Concert Band

Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

7:00 PM-8:00 PM

This concert features traditional and Broadway tunes, as well as movie music and marches. The Summer Concert Series is taking place at the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza in Downtown Prescott. See website or Facebook page for the music lineup. Free admission. Bring a blanket or chair.

928.443.5220

www.prescottconcertseries.com

July 20th

Natural History Institute Speaker Series: "Three Arizonas"

Natural History Institute

7:00 PM-8:00 PM

Cactus Country, Creeks Country, Canyon Country: what we call Arizona today is comprised of three distinct geographic regions that differ remarkably physically, ecologically, and culturally. These regions are the Sonoran Desert, the Mogollon Highlands, and the Colorado Plateau. Join naturalist and explorer David Gilligan for a natural history deep-time-dive into what makes these three places so distinct, including their geologic evolution, biogeography, presentday vegetation, and the movement of cultures through time. Free admission. Register online. 928.863.3232

www.naturalhistoryinstitute.org

July 21st

Third Friday Chamber Music at the Library

Prescott Public Library

3:00 PM-4:00 PM

Enjoy local woodwind and strings musicians playing a variety of pieces at the monthly Third Friday Chamber Music Concert. Limited seatingarrive early. Hear music by local chamber players and special guests. All programs are subject to change. 928.777.1500

www.prescottlibrary.info

Live Music at Founding Fathers Collective - GrooveTrain

Founding Fathers Collective

Evening live music 6:00-9:00 PMFri. 7/21 GrooveTrain, Sat. 7/22 Joe Baker, Sun. 7/23 Joe Baker. Brunch Sat./Sun. 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM featuring food trucks, mimosa and bloody mary bar and live music. Sunday Texas Hold'em poker 4:008:00 PM. Trivia night every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM. Wed. Family Game Night 6:00-10:00 PM. Bring a board game or join a game with others! Check website to confirm bands. Located at 218 N. Granite St. in Prescott. 928.541.1556

www.foundingfatherscollective.com

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EVENTS CALENDAR

July 21st

Friday Night Barn Dance

Mortimer Farms

6:00 PM-10:00 PM

Enjoy a live band, dancing, campfire, and a cash bar. Plus enjoy lawn games and the beautiful farm scenery! Add dinner to your admission for only $15 more. Barn Dance events are held every Friday starting at 6:00 PM. Mortimer Farms is located in Dewey.

928.830.1116

www.mortimerfarmsaz.com

Planetarium Show: "Our Many Moons"

Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium

6:00 PM

In honor of the anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, we explore the discoveries that have been made on our moon, as well as many other moons within our solar system. This is a live show that was produced in-house at the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium for the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing in 2019. Five showtimes available for July 21 and 22.

928.777.3422

https://prescott.erau.edu/about/ planetarium

Prescott Summer Concert SeriesThe CheekTones

Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

6:30 PM

The CheekTones play rock standards and original songs. The Summer Concert Series is taking place at the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza in Downtown Prescott. See website or Facebook page for the music lineup. Free admission. Bring a blanket or chair.

928.443.5220

www.prescottconcertseries.com

Karaoke with Matt & Allie Cooper's Pub

Located at 4499 AZ-69 in Prescott at the La Quinta Inn & Suites. Karaoke every Friday from 7:00-11:00 PM. Check Matt & Allies Karaoke Facebook page for their weekly karaoke events in Prescott and Prescott Valley.

928.227.8772

www.facebook.com/ CoopersPubAZ

July 21st

The TBD Show Presents: "The Legend of Zinni the Kid" Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

The World Premiere of "The Legend of Zinni the Kid," a Western-themed sketch comedy produced by The TBD Show in Prescott. You'll be treated to a unique blend of live performances and filmed sketches. With entertainment by Zander Rodriguez and guest appearances by Sky Daddy, Billy Reno, and many others for a truly unforgettable evening. A portion of the ticket proceeds will benefit the Western Heritage Center. 928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Live Music at the Whiskey River Tavern

Located at 214 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. Live Music - Fri. 7/21 Flashback 8:00-11:00 PM, Sat. 7/22 Free Radicals 1:00-5:00 PM and Road One South from 8:00-11:00

PM, Sun. 7/23 Dirty Halos 1:00-5:00 PM, Tue. 7/25 Merri McKee Band 6:30-9:30 PM, Wed. 7/26 Line Dance Lessons 6:30-9:30 PM (Outside) and Kevin Ellerbee (Inside) from 6:309:30 PM, Thu. 7/27 Darin and Deering 6:30-9:30 PM. See website for live music and line dancing schedule.

928.237.5817

www.whiskeyrivertavern.com

July 21st

Comedy Night - Josh Novey Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Presented by Jester Comedy and the Elks Performing Arts Center. The show will feature Josh Novey, who has appeared on Comedy Central and Netflix, along with Zac Allen and Matt Santos. Seating will be cabaret style. Tickets are $22$27 and available online.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

July 21st

Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Prescott

The Prescott Chamber of Commerce offers 90-minute walking tours of historic downtown Prescott. Stroll through history and learn about Prescott's storied past. Tours are offered most Friday and Saturday mornings. Call the Prescott Chamber office at 928.445.2000 to confirm. Special tours are available upon request for groups of 5 of more at a cost of $5.00 per person.

928.445.2000

www.prescott.org

Back to School Craft Fair

The Center - Prescott

Takes place on July 21 and 22. The Center is located at 1280B E. Rosser St. in Prescott.

928.778.3000

www.thecenteronrosser.org

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July 22nd

Prescott Farmers Market

YRMC Miller Valley Parking Lot

7:30 AM-12:00 PM

The market hosts local farmers, ranchers, food vendors and craft vendors each week. Find fresh specialty produce, meat, eggs, bread, baked goods, delicious ready-to-eat foods and more. Accepts cash, credit, debit and double EBT/SNAP benefits! Pets are not allowed at the market but service animals are always welcome.

928.713.1227

www.prescottfarmersmarket.org

Mogollon Highlands Field Day Natural History Institute

8:00 AM-12:00 PM

Grab your binoculars and your botany book and head into the field for a day of natural history exploration of the Mogollon Highlands with naturalist David Gilligan. We will begin with an overview of vegetation maps to gain an appreciation for the significance of the region, then head out into the field to focus on botanical and ecological explorations. See website for field day details and registration.

928.863.3232

www.naturalhistoryinstitute.org

Saturday Express Childbirth Class

Yavapai Regional Medical Center

East - Prescott Valley

9:00 AM-4:30 PM

For first-time moms and their partners. participants are encouraged to enroll for a class close to their 32nd-34th week of pregnancy. Provides helpful information as you prepare for the arrival of your baby. Topics include common discomforts of late pregnancy, labor, birth and what to expect for the first few days after birth, the stages of labor, when to go to the hospital, pain management options, and breathing and relaxation techniques will be covered as well as basic baby care.

928.445.2700

www.yrmchealthconnect.org/ calendar

July 22nd

Community Collage Studio - Art Class

Prescott Valley Public Library

10:00 AM-1:00 PM

Free art-making event presented by the Town of Prescott Valley Parks & Recreation Department. Explore creative expressions and create unique projects with collage and mixed media materials in community with other artists. Community Collage Studio is open to all ages and all skill levels. Supplies are provided but guests are welcome to bring their own materials.

928.759.3090

www.prescottvalley-az.gov

July 22nd

Garden Class: Privacy Screens and Barriers Watters Garden Center

9:30 AM

Free garden class at Watters Garden Center, located at 1815 Iron Springs Rd. in Prescott. Privacy Screens and Barriers – Tired of looking at the neighbor's RV? This class shows off the best, fastest-growing plants to fill in your privacy screens! You can screen unsightly neighbors, enhance your view or block pesky traffic and cut noise and light pollution. Experts will be on hand to help individuals with unique situations.

928.445.4159

www.wattersgardencenter.com/ classes

Discover Native History & Culture Museum of Indigenous People

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

Exhibits include prehistoric and contemporary examples of indigenous cultural and artistic materials from the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico. The museum has special exhibits, art auctions and other special events throughout the year. Located at 147 N. Arizona Ave. in Prescott.

928.445.1230

www.museumofindigenouspeople.org

July 22nd

Prescott Computer Society Meeting: Windows Tips and Tricks

Online Event

Prescott Computer Society is a group of PC users who meet three times a month on Saturdays at 1:00 PM via Zoom. Participants must register to receive Zoom connection information at www.PCS4ME.com

MacDougal Street West Concert

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

It was 61 years ago this year that Peter, Paul & Mary’s first album became a blockbuster hit. No American folk group lasted longer or amassed a more loyal following. Reserve your seats for a trip back in time to those songs you know and love, delivered by MacDougal Street West, the country’s most sought-after Peter, Paul, and Mary experience.

Tickets $27-$42 including fees.

928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

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CELEBRATING BUSINESS & COMMUNITY

RED, WHITE AND BOOM • TUESDAY, JULY 4

Prescott Valley Civic Center - 3:00 PM to 9:30 PM New location this year; new activities. Live music, fireworks, carnival rides, splash inflatables, food trucks, local breweries

Free fun family event

www.prescottvalley-az.gov/1334/Parks-Recreation

PRESCOTT VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL BANQUET AND COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE AWARDS • FRIDAY, JULY 14

"Business Success with an Island Flavor"

Findlay Toyota Center - 6 PM Social Hour, 7 PM Dinner, 8 PM Program & Awards

Join us for an evening of "Island Magic." Wear your favorite luau theme attire.

$70 - Reservations can be made on the Chamber website www.pvchamber.org.

Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band

Ringo Star brought his band of “All-Starrs” from throughout the music industry, of which he’s been touring with different lineups since 1989, for a blowout show at Prescott Valley’s Findlay Toyota Center May 30. The former Beatle, who sang classics like “Yellow Submarine” and “With a Little Help from My Friends,” was joined by Colin Hay of Men At Work, Steve Lukather from Toto, Edgar Winter of the Edgar Winter Group and more luminaries as they performed hits from each of these bands and others. Starr was impressed enough by the experience to post a photo of himself with the audience on his Facebook and Twitter feeds.

Photos by Blushing C actus Photography

July 23rd

Arizona Concealed Weapons Permit Course

Compass Training Center

8:00 AM-4:00 PM

Arizona 8-hour concealed weapons permit course includes classroom and shooting facility training, and covers all aspects of safe gun handling and applicable AZ laws. See website for required equipment and course eligibility. The morning session will be classroom instruction. After lunch you will learn to implement the fundamentals and drills learned during the classroom portion. Cost: $115. Visit the Compass Training Center website for additional classes and events scheduled for July.

928.848.9885

www.compasstrainingaz.org

Prescott Valley Community Market

9:00 AM-2:00 PM

Outdoor artisan and maker market features vendors with food and nonfood items such as local meats, fresh eggs and vegetables, baked goods, body care products, handcrafted jewelry, art, and much more. Located at 7210 E. Pav Way in Prescott Valley. Check Facebook page for weekly updates on participating vendors and special events. 928.273.9767

www.facebook.com/PVCMLLC

Whiskey Jam - Open Mic

The Thumb Butte Distillery is located at 400 N. Washington Ave. in Prescott. Whiskey Jam open mic sessions take place on Sundays from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. Check website for the July live music schedule.

928.443.8498

www.thumbbuttedistillery.com

BC Cameron Concert

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

2:30 PM-4:30 PM

BC Cameron, a talented local singer/ songwriter, crafts a musical mix of country, folk, originals and comedy with fun stories into a unique and captivating show. "Great music, lots of fun, not to be missed!" says John Sommers, former member of John Denver's band and writer of "Thank God I'm A Country Boy." Concert takes place in the Performing Arts Center Crystal Hall. Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the door.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

July 23rd

Farm to Table Dinner

Mortimer Farms

5:30 PM

Reserve tickets early as the Farm to Table Dinners usually sell out! Highlights farm-to-table food and the beautiful farm scenery! Each dinner will be placed in a different location around the farm based on the evening's menu, the crop the event highlights, and what crop is in season. Enjoy a farm-to-table meal grown, prepared, and plated just for you. The meals are prepared by our farm chefs with ingredients grown at Mortimer Farms. An authentic farmto-table experience. Tickets are $100 per person.

928.830.1116

www.mortimerfarmsaz.com

Live Music at the Windsock: Blues Jam with Scott O'Neal Band Blues Jam every Sun. in July from 2:00-6:00 PM hosted by the Scott O'Neal Band. The Windsock Lounge also has STEFnROCK every Tue. at 5:00 PM, Travis Crow & Colton Burris on Wed. at 6:00 PM, the Aragon Ping Band on Thu. at 6:00 PM, and bands on Fri. and Sat. See website for the live music schedule and times.

928.776.7309

www.thewindsocklounge.net

Prescott Library Events This Week

This week's events at the Prescott Public Library: Drop-In Tech Help, Toddler Storytime, Preschool Storytime, Middle Grade Teen Battle of the Books, STEM Kits for Kids: Static Electricity, Baby and Me Storytime, and more! Community groups meet at the library every week. See the events calendar page on the library website for event details.

928.777.1500

www.prescottlibrary.info

July 25th

Explore Prescott's History

Sharlot Hall Museum

10:00 AM-5:00 PM

The Sharlot Hall Museum is located in downtown Prescott at 415 W. Gurley St. The history museum has exhibits, galleries, gardens and historic buildings. Open Tue. to Sat. 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and 12:00 to 4:00 PM on Sundays. See website calendar for the July special events at the museum.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

Social Dance to Live Music!

Social Dance Club - Prescott

Tuesdays 4:30 PM-9:30 PM

Grab your dancing shoes and join us on the huge, beautiful wooden floor! We dance non-stop to 5 hours of live music by the Red Baron and Alan Harkrader! Full cash bar, cash cover charge is $10. See you on the dance floor! Location is 1245 White Spar Rd. in Prescott.

www.facebook.com/ groups/3132317610356663

Prescott Summer Concert SeriesKing Copper

Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

6:30 PM

Jazz concert. The Summer Concert Series is taking place at the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza in Downtown Prescott. See website or Facebook page for the music lineup. Free admission. Bring a blanket or chair. 928.443.5220

www.prescottconcertseries.com

Movie Nights & Live Music at the Raven Cafe

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Movies and Live Music - 7/25 Movie Night, 7/27 Bill Dutcher, 7/30 Zach Dominguez and Cozzy Bohrman. See the events page on the Raven Cafe website to confirm the live music schedule.

928.717.0009

www.ravencafe.com

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July 26th

Visit the Zoo!

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

Located at 1403 Heritage Park Rd. in Prescott and open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The HPZS is a nonprofit wildlife sanctuary, dedicated to the conservation and protection of native and exotic animals. The zoo offers educational opportunities and special events throughout the year.

928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

July 27th

Explore Prescott's Western Heritage

10:00 AM-5:00 PM

The Western Heritage Center is located on Historic Whiskey Row and is open Wednesday through Sunday. Explore the exhibits and learn about Prescott's western history and culture. The WHC also hosts lectures and book signings. See Facebook page for hours and event updates. Free admission!

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

Bronzesmith Foundry Tour

Bronzesmith Fine Art Foundry & Gallery in Prescott Valley offers foundry tours every Thursday at 11:00 AM. Learn about the lost wax process of bronze casting. Fun and informative! The cost is $20 per person and advance reservations are required. Individuals and small groups are welcome.

928.772.2378

www.bronzesmith.com

New Exhibit at the 'Tis Gallery

A new exhibit "Eclectic Works" by Prescott area artists begins on July 27. Drop by the gallery and see the new exhibit during the Prescott 4th Friday Art Walk on July 28 from 5:007:00 PM. See website for details on all of the exhibits. The 'Tis Art Center & Gallery is located at 105 S. Cortez St. in downtown Prescott. Open 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Mon.-Tue.-Thu.-Fri.Sat. and 12:00-5:00 PM on Sun.

928.775.0223

www.tisartgallery.com

July 26th

Movies at the Elks: "Maverick Top Gun" Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Catch a classic movie at the Elks Theatre! Admission is by a cash donation of any amount. The concession has soda, candy, popcorn, beer, and wine and accepts debit, credit or cash.

928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org/movies

July 28th

Pop Up Program: By the Book

Sharlot Hall Museum

10:00 AM

We’re trying every trick in the book to have you join us at Sharlot Hall Museum this month as we construct and bind a book of your very own! Pop-up programs are monthly mini-programs, held in one of our exhibits. Engage with Arizona history in an interactive, hands-on way through crafts, game and activities! Pop-up programs are included with admission and open to all ages, no reservations required.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

4th Friday Art Walk

Downtown Prescott

5:00 PM

Visit the Art Walk website for this month's participating galleries and venues along with special events. The 4th Friday Art Walk began in 2004 and is the night to get out and experience Prescott's visual arts scene! Art Walk gallery guides can be picked up at any of the participating venues or at the Prescott Chamber of Commerce.

www.artthe4th.com

July 28th

Live Music at Founding Fathers

Collective - Jazz Kats

Evening live music 6:00-9:00 PMFri. 7/28 Jazz Kats, Sat. 7/29 Michael Somma Band. Brunch Sat./Sun. 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM featuring food trucks, mimosa and bloody mary bar and live music. Sunday Texas Hold'em poker 4:00-8:00 PM. Trivia night every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM. Wed. Family Game Night 6:00-10:00 PM. Bring a board game or join a game with others! Check website to confirm bands. Located at 218 N. Granite St. in Prescott.

928.541.1556

www.foundingfatherscollective.com

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Are things looking up for the Quad Cities housing market?

Prescott, AZ – June 6th, 2023 –Total sales and new listings both declined again last month, but the data showed some promising signs according to the housing report released today by the Prescott Area Association of REALTORS® (PAAR).

Total home sales fell last month to 346, a 13.9% drop from the previous month. However, the median sold price showed no change last month across the area and the year-to-date (January through May) median sold price for the entirety of the Quad Cities also showed no change at 0.0%, a promising sign that market stabilization may be on the horizon.

Months of inventory continued to rise across all four regions last month,

increasing from only 1.9 months in April 2023 to 3.1 months in May, a 62.3% jump. "Affordability challenges certainly remain and continue to hold back contract signings,” said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun, “but a sizeable increase in housing inventory will be critical to get more Americans moving."

With that in mind, the increase in active inventory in May 2023 rose across all areas in the Quad Cities by 42.1% overall for a total of 1,077 active listings on the market. Prescott led the pack with 46.2%, followed by Chino Valley (27.6%) and Dewey-Humboldt (22.8%). Prescott Valley, though posting the lowest numbers of all the regions last month, still added double

digit gains in inventory at 19.9%.

“Now is the time when the local insight and market expertise of your REALTOR® will be indispensable,” said M. Faye Humphrey, 2023 PAAR President. “Knowing how to interpret these market fluctuations is something we prepare for and are ready to communicate to every client we serve,” Humphrey added.

Editor’s Note: All data is compiled from the Multiple Listing Service of the Prescott Area Association of REALTORS®and includes single-family, manufactured, mobile, modular, condos, and townhouse residential activity in Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, and Dewey-Humboldt.

July 28th

Murder Mystery Dinner: "A Look to Die For"

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

6:00 PM

Presented by the Preskitt Mystery Company. Two performances on Fri. 7/28 and Sat. 7/29 at 6:00 PM. Meet colorful characters, gather clues and help solve a murdermystery while attending a product launch party for Montgomery Development, Inc.'s new makeup line! Watch for clues while you hear from company execs, get to know the guests and suspects while you enjoy delicious food provided by The Raven Café and Cupcakes by Leanne!

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

July 28th

Friday Night Barn Dance

Mortimer Farms

6:00 PM-10:00 PM

Enjoy a live band, dancing, campfire and a cash bar. Plus enjoy lawn games and the beautiful farm scenery! Add dinner to your admission for only $15 more. Barn Dance events are held every Friday starting at 6:00 PM. Mortimer Farms is located in Dewey.

928.830.1116

www.mortimerfarmsaz.com

Prescott Summer Concert SeriesRoad One South

Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

6:30 PM

Rock, blues, oldies, and originals performed by Road One South. This concert is a National Night Out event. The Summer Concert Series is taking place at the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza in Downtown Prescott. See website or Facebook page for the music lineup. Free admission. Bring a blanket or chair.

928.443.5220

www.prescottconcertseries.com

Karaoke with Matt & Allie

Cooper's Pub

Located at 4499 AZ-69 in Prescott at the La Quinta Inn & Suites. Karaoke every Friday from 7:00-11:00 PM. Check Matt & Allies Karaoke Facebook page for their weekly karaoke events in Prescott and Prescott Valley.

928.227.8772

www.facebook.com/ CoopersPubAZ

Tennessee River: A Tribute to Alabama

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Tennessee River is the first and only tribute band that has the vocal chops to do Alabama’s music justice, with their new hybrid of contemporary cross-over music, bringing a fusion of the rural and urban sounds of modern-day country and blues, with the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll. Tennessee River stays true to the essence of Alabama’s music.

928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

July 28th

The Heat Is On - Hot Seats

Bucky's & Yavapai Casinos

Fridays in July, get out of the heat, enjoy exciting indoor fun at Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos. Play Hot Seats, 1:00-5:00 PM at both casinos on Fridays and win up to $500 cash or chips. Prizes escalate weekly from $100 to $500. Let’s Play, Preskitt! (July

7, 14, 21, 28)

928.776.5696

www.buckyscasino.com

Live Music at the Whiskey River Tavern

Located at 214 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. Live Music - Fri.

7/28 90 Proof 8:00-11:00 PM, Sat.

7/29 Palomino 1:00-5:00 PM and Well Dressed Wolves 8:00-11:00 PM, Sun. 7/30 Justin and Autumn Hitson 2:00-6:00 PM. See website for live music and line dancing schedule. 928.237.5817

www.whiskeyrivertavern.com

Walking Tours of

Historic Downtown Prescott

The Prescott Chamber of Commerce offers 90-minute walking tours of historic downtown Prescott. Stroll through history and learn about Prescott's storied past. Tours are offered most Friday and Saturday mornings. Call the Prescott Chamber office at 928.445.2000 to confirm. Special tours are available upon request for groups of 5 of more at a cost of $5.00 per person.

928.445.2000

www.prescott.org

July 29th

Prescott Farmers Market

YRMC Miller Valley Parking Lot

7:30 AM-12:00 PM

The market hosts local farmers, ranchers, food vendors and craft vendors each week. Find fresh specialty produce, meat, eggs, bread, baked goods, delicious ready-to-eat foods and more. Accepts cash, credit, debit and double EBT/SNAP benefits! Pets are not allowed at the market but service animals are always welcome.

928.713.1227

www.prescottfarmersmarket.org

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EVENTS CALENDAR

July 29th

Beat the Heat Model Train Swap Meet Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

9:00 AM-1:00 PM

Over 100 tables of vendors and sellers from all around Arizona bringing model trains in most gauges, toys and railroad memorabilia. Model trains, toys, accessories and display layouts. Admission is $5/adults and free for 12/under. Free parking and shuttle service to the door. Located at 3700 Willow Creek Rd. in Prescott. www.camrrc.com

Garden Class:

Edible Landscape with Trees & Berries Watters Garden Center

9:30 AM

Free garden class at Watters Garden Center, located at 1815 Iron Springs Rd. in Prescott. Edible Landscape with Trees & Berries - Have your landscape and eat it, too! We’ll share the tips, tricks, and recipes that make for a better, healthier and tastier landscape. Plant experts will be on hand after the class that specializes in fruiting designs that can be eaten after planting.

928.445.4159

www.wattersgardencenter.com/ classes

July 29th

Discover Native History & Culture Museum of Indigenous People

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

Exhibits include prehistoric and contemporary examples of indigenous cultural and artistic materials from the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico. The museum has special exhibits, art auctions and other special events throughout the year. Located at 147 N. Arizona Ave. in Prescott.

928.445.1230

www.museumofindigenouspeople.org

July 29th

Sip & Paint at the Zoo

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

2:00 PM-4:00 PM

Enjoy wine and appetizers while a local artist teaches you to create a painting of one of the animals at the Heritage Park Zoo. Pre-registration required for this 21+ event. All materials included. Cost is $45. See website to register.

928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

Mark Cordes is The Spouse Whisperer

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

It's never a dull moment with awardwinning comedian Mark Cordes as he delivers his critically acclaimed oneman show, The Spouse Whisperer. Take a comedic journey through "love at first sight," "till death do us part" and all of the funny stuff in between.

928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

July 30th

Prescott Valley Community Market

9:00 AM-2:00 PM

Outdoor artisan and maker market features vendors with food and nonfood items such as local meats, fresh eggs and vegetables, baked goods, body care products, handcrafted jewelry, art and much more. Located at 7210 E. Pav Way in Prescott Valley. Check Facebook page for weekly updates on participating vendors and special events.

928.273.9767

www.facebook.com/PVCMLLC

Live Music at the Windsock Loung: Blues Jam with Scott O'Neal Band Blues Jam every Sunday in July from 2:00-6:00 PM hosted by the Scott O'Neal Band. The Windsock Lounge also has STEFnROCK every Tue. at 5:00 PM, Travis Crow & Colton Burris on Wed. at 6:00 PM, the Aragon Ping Band on Thu. at 6:00 PM, and bands on Fri. and Sat. See website for the live music schedule and times.

928.776.7309

www.thewindsocklounge.net

July 30th

In Concert: 38 Special Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center 7:00 PM

Forty years after climbing the charts with their explosive brand of southern rock, 38 Special still raises the rafters with a high-energy live show and unforgettable hits like “Hold On Loosely,” “Caught Up in You,” and many more.

928.776.2000

www.ycpac.com

July 30th

Prescott Library Events This Week This week's events at the Prescott Public Library: Preschool Storytime, Genealogy Virtual Mentor Session, Baby and Me Storytime, Mystery Book Club, and more! Community groups meet at the library every week. See the events calendar page on the library website for event details.

928.777.1500

www.prescottlibrary.info

Whiskey Jam - Open Mic

The Thumb Butte Distillery is located at 400 N. Washington Ave. in Prescott. Whiskey Jam open mic sessions take place on Sundays from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. Check website for the July live music schedule.

928.443.8498

www.thumbbuttedistillery.com

August 1st

Explore Prescott's History

The Sharlot Hall Museum is located in downtown Prescott at 415 W. Gurley St. The history museum has exhibits, galleries, gardens and historic buildings. Open Tue. to Sat. 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and 12:00 to 4:00 PM on Sundays. See website calendar for the August special events at the museum. 928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

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August 1st

Prescott Summer Concert SeriesJazz Kats

Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

6:30 PM

The Summer Concert Series is taking place at the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza in Downtown Prescott. See website or Facebook page for the music lineup. Free admission. Bring a blanket or chair.

928.443.5220

www.prescottconcertseries.com

August 2nd

Plein Air Painting Workshop with Betty Carr Highlands Center for Natural History

9:00 AM-3:00 PM

This workshop will focus on techniques in painting the effects of light in a floral still life and a landscape setting. The “how-tos” in achieving dynamic, impressionistic paintings using painterly brushwork will be demonstrated. Color relationships, values, edges and temperatures of light and shadow will also be covered. Workshop takes place August 2-4 and the cost is $275. Register online.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

Movies at the Elks: "Dr. Dolittle" Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Catch a classic movie at the Elks Theatre! Admission is by a cash donation of any amount. The concession has soda, candy, popcorn, beer, and wine and accepts debit, credit, or cash.

928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org/ movies

August 3rd

Explore Prescott's Western Heritage

10:00 AM-5:00 PM

The Western Heritage Center is located on Historic Whiskey Row and is open Wednesday through Sunday. Explore the exhibits and learn about Prescott's western history and culture. The WHC also hosts lectures and book signings. See Facebook page for hours and event updates. Free admission!

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

August 3rd

Bronzesmith Foundry Tour

Bronzesmith Fine Art Foundry & Gallery in Prescott Valley offers foundry tours every Thursday at 11:00 AM. Learn about the lost wax process of bronze casting. Fun and informative! The cost is $20 per person and advance reservations are required. Individuals and small groups are welcome.

928.772.2378

www.bronzesmith.com

Come Play With Us!Prescott Ukulele Guild

Prescott Public Library

6:15 PM-7:30 PM

The Prescott Ukulele Guild, comprised of ukulele players of all levels who enjoy playing together, meets the first Thursday of every month. First meet-up is free. Free lessons. Wonderful new friends and camaraderie and music does wonderful things for your brain. The room opens at 6:00 PM for socializing, tuning, etc. Meeting starts at 6:15 pm. See website for more information.

602.769.2727

www.prescottukuleleguild.org

Prescott Summer Concert SeriesPelham Blue Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

6:30 PM

Pelham Blue plays pop and punk rock. The Summer Concert Series is taking place at the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza in Downtown Prescott. See website or Facebook page for the music lineup. Free admission. Bring a blanket or chair.

928.443.5220

www.prescottconcertseries.com

One Stage Family Theatre presents Disney's "The Little Mermaid"

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

August 3-5 at the Elks Theatre in Prescott. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's "The Little Mermaid" is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. Tickets available online or at the door.

928.499.8664

www.onestagefamilytheatre.com

August 3rd

The Center - August Events

The Center is a nonprofit organization that offers a wide variety of events, activities and classes. They also provide rentals for private and community events. The Center is located at 1280B E Rosser St. in Prescott. Visit the event calendar page on their website to see what is being offered in August.

928.778.3000

www.thecenteronrosser.org

August 4th

19th Annual Prescott

Gem & Mineral Show (Aug. 4-6)

Findlay Toyota Center

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

August 4-6 at Findlay Toyota Center. Fri. and Sat. 9:00 AM-5:00 PM and Sun. 9:00 AM-4:00 PM. There will be over 60 vendors in attendance, offering beautiful beads, gems, geodes, finished jewelry and much more. The show will offer demos and fun activities including gold panning, face painting and more. Tickets $5/ adults, $4/seniors, children under 12 free admission with paid adult. Free parking.

928.772.1819

www.prescottgemmineral.org

Friday Night Barn Dance Mortimer Farms

6:00 PM-10:00 PM

Enjoy a live band, dancing, campfire and a cash bar. Plus enjoy lawn games and the beautiful farm scenery! Add dinner to your admission for only $15 more. Barn Dance events are held every Friday starting at 6:00 PM. Mortimer Farms is located in Dewey. 928.830.1116

www.mortimerfarmsaz.com

Karaoke with Matt & Allie

Cooper's Pub

Located at 4499 AZ-69 in Prescott at the La Quinta Inn & Suites. Karaoke every Friday from 7:00-11:00 PM. Check Matt & Allies Karaoke Facebook page for their weekly karaoke events in Prescott and Prescott Valley.

928.227.8772

www.facebook.com/ CoopersPubAZ

August 4th

One Stage Family Theatre presents Disney's "The Little Mermaid"

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

August 3-5 at the Elks Theatre. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's "The Little Mermaid" is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. Tickets available online or at the door. 928.499.8664

www.onestagefamilytheatre.com

August 5th

Monthly Watson Woods Bird Walk Watson Woods Riparian Preserve

7:30 AM

On the first Saturday of the month, Prescott Audubon volunteers lead bird walks in Watson Woods. The walks are approximately 2 hours long and are open to birders of all ages and levels. Registration not required. Meet at the Peavine Trailhead parking area at 1624 Sundog Ranch Rd. in Prescott. (Parking fee $3/ vehicle). See website for additional events and programs. Note that the start time changes with the seasons. 281.682.6068

www.prescottaudubon.org

19th Annual Prescott Gem & Mineral Show (Aug. 4-6) Findlay Toyota Center

August 4-6 at Findlay Toyota Center. Fri. and Sat. 9:00 AM-5:00 PM and Sun. 9:00 AM-4:00 PM. There will be over 60 vendors in attendance, offering beautiful beads, gems, geodes, finished jewelry and much more. The show will offer demos and fun activities including gold panning, face painting and more. Tickets $5/adults, $4/seniors, children under 12 free admission with paid adult. Free parking.

928.772.1819

www.prescottgemmineral.org

Prescott Computer Society Meeting:

Digital Photos

Online Event - 1:00 PM

Prescott Computer Society is a group of PC users who meet three times a month on Saturdays at 1:00 PM via Zoom. Participants must register to receive Zoom connection information at www.PCS4ME.com.

August 5th

48th Watson Lake Car Show Watson Lake Park

The Watson Lake Car Show takes place Aug. 5/6 and is presented by the Prescott Antique Auto Club. Car show, trophies and raffles, parts exchange and swap meet. Old engine fire-up area and for-sale car coral. Open 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday and Sunday. Trophy presentation at 2:00 PM. Cash-only wristband event. Admission is $7 for both days, free for 12/under with adult. Free parking. www.paacaz.com

August 5th

Mountain Artists Guild

Fine Art Festival

Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Free admission. Takes place on Sat. 8/5 and Sun. 8/6 at the Courthouse Plaza. 100+ outstanding fine artists. All-ages activities including art demonstrations and interactive art activities. Hosted by the Mountain Artists Guild, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the promotion of the visual arts.

928.445.2510

www.mountainartistsguild.org

August 5th

Discover Native History & Culture Museum of Indigenous People

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

Exhibits include prehistoric and contemporary examples of indigenous cultural and artistic materials from the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico. The museum has special exhibits, art auctions and other special events throughout the year. Located at 147 N. Arizona Ave. in Prescott.

928.445.1230

www.museumofindigenouspeople.org

Photo by D aryl Weisser

August 5th

Nature Niños - Free Family Nature Program

Highlands Center for Natural History

10:00 AM-12:00 PM

See Facebook page for details. The August 5 program takes place at the Highlands Center. The park rangers and community partners lead childcentered nature play events. Includes take-home freebies, creative nature activities, story time, scavenger hunts, guided walks, lessons, imaginary play and more. A free City of Prescott event for families with children up to 8 years old in the Greater Prescott area.

928.777.1122

www.facebook.com/natureninosprescott

August 5th

One Stage Family Theatre presents Disney's "The Little Mermaid"

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

Two performances on Sat. 8/5 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's "The Little Mermaid" is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. Tickets available online or at the door.

928.499.8664

www.onestagefamilytheatre.com

August 6th

48th Watson Lake Car Show

Watson Lake Park

The Watson Lake Car Show takes place Aug. 5/6 and is presented by the Prescott Antique Auto Club. Car show, trophies and raffles, parts exchange and swap meet. Old engine fire-up area and for-sale car coral. Open 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Sunday. Cash-only wristband event. Admission is $7 and free for 12/under with adult. Free parking.

www.paacaz.com

Family Sip & Paint at the Zoo Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

2:00 PM-4:00 PM

Join us for Family Sip & Paint, an ice-cream social with a fun painting project. Painting never tasted so good! All materials included. Preregistration required for this event. See website for details.

928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

August 7th

Childbirth Preparation Class

Yavapai Regional Medical Center

East - Prescott Valley

6:30 PM-8:30 PM

August 6th

19th Annual Prescott Gem & Mineral Show (Aug. 4-6)

Findlay Toyota Center

Fri. and Sat. 9:00 AM-5:00 PM and Sun. 9:00 AM-4:00 PM. There will be over 60 vendors in attendance, offering beautiful beads, gems, geodes, finished jewelry and much more. The show will offer demos and fun activities including gold panning, face painting and more. Tickets $5/ adults, $4/seniors, children under 12 free admission with paid adult. Free parking.

928.772.1819

www.prescottgemmineral.org

A four-week series designed for firsttime moms and their partners. Takes place at the Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center in Prescott Valley. Register online. The class will provide helpful information as you prepare for the arrival of your baby. Class fee is $40.

928.445.2700

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