EVENTS CALENDAR

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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