PrescottNOW! October 2023

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Prescott’s Holiday Light Parade & Bonfire Festival

Saturday, Nov 25 | Parade 6pm | Bonfire 7:30pm

Kick off your holidays the bright way! Watch as beautiful-lit floats light up the night. After the parade, head to the field at Mile High Middle School for a HUGE bonfire and more festive fun! See the illuminated floats parked for viewing. Enter field through gate on Goodwin across from Old Firehouse Plaza.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year in the Christmas City!

Christmas Parade & Courthouse Lighting with Fireworks

Saturday, Dec 2 | Parade 1pm-3pm | Lighting 6pm

Grab a blanket and chair to watch the 41st Annual Christmas Parade through Downtown Prescott. There’ll be festive floats, holiday music, leading up the exciting moment when Santa arrives. Stay for the 69th Annual Courthouse Lighting with live Christmas music and wait for that magic moment when the Courthouse and its over 80 trees sparkle to life with millions of colorful lights.

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There’s No Place Like Prescott for the Holidays!

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35th Annual Live  Music Extravaganza

Friday, Dec 8 | 5pm-8:30pm

Start the season on an inspired note! Catch the children’s choir at the Opening Ceremony, 5pm on Gurley Street. Stroll through festively-lit Downtown Prescott to enjoy music from more than 500 performers. Several streets are closed, and more than 100 Prescott businesses open their doors to talented musicians who donate their time. All tips to artists provide music lessons and instruments to local youth and support school music programs.

Prescott’s 2nd Annual Christmas Village & ChristkindlMarket

Friday-Sunday Dec 15, 16, 17 Fri 4pm-8pm | Sat 11am-8pm | Sun 11am-3pm

New traditions of Old Europe will be celebrated in historic Prescott. In the spirit and style of a German Christmas Market, Goodwin Street will be filled with vendors with last minute gift items, live music, horse-drawn carriage rides around the Courthouse and a visit with St. Nicholas for the kids. Enjoy German style food and a Bier Garten with beer and hot mulled wine!

13th Annual New Year’s Eve Whiskey Row Boot Drop with Fireworks

Sunday, Dec 31 | 7:30pm-12:30am

Join the party on Montezuma Street in Downtown Prescott from 7:30pm New Year’s Eve until 12:30am. Watch as the 6-foot, illuminated cowboy boot is lowered from the Palace Building. With two boot drops at 10pm and midnight, this unique Prescott event tradition is fun for all ages. Fireworks, giveaways, and entertainment to ring in 2024!

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October is a particularly festive month for Mortimer Farms in Dewey-Humboldt. It hosts the Pumpkin Festival and Corn Maze every day through Oct. 29, with an expansive maze challenging kids of all ages with its twists and turns. A bountiful pumpkin patch is there for the picking with farm-inspired rides, games and activities. Fridays-Sundays and Columbus Day have an extensive lineup of shows, entertainment, hayrides and a bustling marketplace, with evening entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays. More info: www.mortimerfarmsaz.com.

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October 1st

Prescott Valley Outdoor Summit Findlay Toyota Center

9:00 AM-3:00 PM

Explore all things outdoors with a curated exhibitor list and SMEs from many outdoor genres. The Summit includes indoor and outdoor exhibitors, Off Road Experience, Poker Run, how-toclinics and educational activities, excursions and kid-friendly activities. Don’t forget the VIP Camping Experience. Takes place on Sept. 30 and Oct. 1 at Findlay Toyota Center and other locations in Prescott Valley. Tickets available online. Ticket prices vary depending on the selected activities. 928.772.1819

www.prescottvalleyoutdoors.com

October 1st

Prescott Valley Community Market

8:00 AM-1:00 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 participating vendors and special events.

928.273.9767

www.facebook.com/PVCMLLC

16th Annual DOGtoberfest and Adopt-a-Thon

Watson Lake Park

10:00 AM-3:00 PM

Presented by Prescott Dog Magazine Free admission. Enjoy fun games, contests including Best Costume and Best Trick or Talent, training demonstrations, and much more. Animals will be available for adoptions. Food trucks will be on site. The Yavapai Humane Society's 2023 Walk for the Animals will take place at 9:00 AM (registration required). www.prescottdog.com

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Walk for the Animals - Yavapai Humane Society

Watson Lake Park

9:00 AM-11:00 AM

Yavapai Humane Society's Walk for the Animals takes place on Oct. 1 at Watson Lake Park. Register at yavapaihumane.org. Grab your leash, your pup and get ready to support Yavapai Humane Society at the Walk for the Animals! It's taking place during the DOGtoberfest event.

928.445.2666

https://yavapaihumane.org

Photo by Blushing Cactus Photography

Photo courtesy of Yavapai Humane Society

October 1st

October Exhibits at the 'Tis Gallery

10:00 AM-5:00 PM

"The Artists' Attic 2023" continues until Nov. 14. An exhibit of fine art photography by Prescott area artists is on display in the Main Gallery until Oct. 24. Also in the Main Gallery, "Assemblage and Collage 2023" will open on Oct. 26. 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

Live Music at the Windsock: Blues Jam with the Scott O'Neal Band

The Windsock Lounge

2:00 PM-6:00 PM

Blues Jam hosted by the Scott O'Neal Band every Sunday from 2:00-6:00 PM. The Windsock also has STEFnROCK every Tue. from 5:00-8:00 PM, Travis Crow & Colton Burris on Wed. at 6:00 PM, and the Aragon Ping Band on Thu. 6:00-9:00 PM. Fri./Sat. live music is from 7:0011:00 PM. See website for October live music lineup.

928.776.7309

www.thewindsocklounge.net

Live Theatre: "Man of La Mancha"

Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

2:00 PM

Final performance! One of the world’s most popular musicals, "Man of La Mancha" celebrates the power of theater, the bravery of holding strong to our dreams, and the resilience of imagination. It is the winner of five Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, and features a soaring score, including one of theater’s most beloved songs, “The Impossible Dream.” Takes place in the PCA Cabaret. Tickets available online.

928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

October 1st

Live Theatre: "The Nerd"

Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

2:00 PM

Final performance of "The Nerd" in the Studio Theatre. When an unexpected party guest turns into an unwanted house guest, Willum executes an elaborate plan to rid himself of the wacky nuisance. Aided by a rag-tag team that includes friends, a would-be lover and an oblivious boss, creative acts of desperation quickly dissolve into utter mayhem and merriment.

928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

Yavapai College Performing ArtsInstrumental Concert

Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center

2:00 PM

YC music students present an instrumental concert.

928.776.2000

www.ycpac.com

Wander the Wild 2023 - Fundraiser for Highlands Center

The 15th annual Wander the Wild will be a hybrid event, with an online auction open to all from Sept. 25-30 and the live reception and auction on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2:305:30 PM at the Windmill House in Chino Valley. To purchase tickets visit www.hcwtw2023.eventbrite. com or call 928.776.9550. Auction website is at www.32auctions.com/ WTW2023. Online bidding ends at noon on Sept. 30.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

Live Music at Mogollon Vineyard: Rick Cucuzza

Mogollon Vineyards is located at 2430 Hwy. 69 in Dewey. October live music - Sun. 10/1 Rick Cucuzza, Sat. 10/7 Dreamcatcher Jazz Trio, Sun. 10/8 Mood Swing, Sat. 10/14 Aragon Smith, Sun. 10/15 Dan & Yoshi, Sat. 10/21 Christy Fisher, Sun. 10/22 Samuel Strachen, Sat. 10/28 Billy Bond, Sun. 10/29 Sasquatch Fur Co. Weekend music events are from 2:00-5:00 PM. See website for additional events.

928.243.8387

www.mogollonvineyards.com

October 2nd

31st Anniversary CelebrationBucky's and Yavapai Casinos

Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos are celebrating their 31st Anniversary in October! Celebration includes $1000 Cash Drawings on Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 6 through Oct. 21 at 7:00 PM at both casinos. GRC members may receive free and earned entries beginning Oct. 1. There will be five $1000 winners each drawing day! Don’t miss the spectacular fireworks at Bucky’s Casino at 8:00 PM on Sat., Oct. 21 followed by a Grand Prize Drawing for $3100 announced at 9:00 PM at both casinos. Indulge in the “Let’s Celebrate Buffet” for $31 at The Grey Room on Bucky’s Casino’s third floor Oct. 21 from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Let’s Celebrate Preskitt!

928.776.5696

www.buckyscasino.com

October 3rd

Art Exhibit: "My Beloved West" Natural History Institute

"My Beloved West" is a series of works by Louise Grunewald featuring solar plate viscosity prints, monotypes, and several hand-lettered books. With writings expressing personal experiences and images of emotional responses to the untamed landscapes of the American West, Louise Grunewald portrays a love of place. Exhibit Hours: Tue.-Fri. 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Continues through Oct. 13.

928.863.3232

www.naturalhistoryinstitute.org

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 4:00 PM, and 12:00-4:00 PM on Sundays.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

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October 3rd

Table Tennis Club

Elks Lodge - Prescott Valley

The Tri-City Table Tennis Club meets at 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. Four tournament-quality tables, nets, official balls, and racquets. A robotic serving machine is now available for practice sessions. Meets Tue.-Sat. from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM and Thu. evenings from 6:00-8:00 PM.

928.277.4720

www.tricitytabletennis.club

Social Dance to Live Music!

Social Dance Club - Prescott

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

Movie Nights & Live Music

at the Raven Cafe

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Movies and live music this weekSun. 10/1 Zach Dominguez and Cozzy Bohrman, Tue. 10/3 Movie Night. Sun. 10/8 Zach Dominguez and Cozzy Bohrman. See website for the Oct. schedule.

928.717.0009

www.ravencafe.com

2023 Hiking Spree

Highlands Center for Natural History Hike, or attempt, 8 out of 10 of the hikes before Nov. 28th to be entered into a raffle for a $300 gift certificate from The Hike Shack. Hikes can be submitted online until Nov. 27. Completion also means you can purchase a 2023 hiking spree medallion from the Benson Family Nature Store for $5. See website for Hiking Spree details.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

October 3rd

Prescott Library Events This Month

The library hosts a wide variety of events each month, including book clubs, events for teens, toddler and preschool storytime, genealogy workshops, tai chi, yoga, and much more! Community groups meet at the library every week. See the events calendar page on the library website for event details. The Oct. Chamber Music event will take place on Oct. 20 and this month's Coffeehouse Concert will feature Lisa Mitts on Oct. 8.

928.777.1500

www.prescottlibrary.info

The Center - October 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 October.

928.778.3000

www.thecenteronrosser.org

October 4th

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

October Exhibits at the Phippen Museum

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

This month at the Phippen Museum: the "Poetry in Motion" exhibit continues in the James Gallery through Oct. 29, and a new exhibit "East Meets West" featuring works by Wei Tai opens on Oct. 7 in the Marley Gallery. There will be an opening reception on Fri. Oct. 6. 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

October 4th

Chino Valley Food Bank - Food Share

11:00 AM-1:45 PM

Food Share event at the Chino Valley Food Bank, located at 840 E. Road 1 South. Available every M-W-F in Oct. See the Manzanita Outreach website for details. 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 Oct. A fee is charged for hot meals.

928.636.8478

www.mohelp.org

General Meeting -

Prescott Astronomy Club

Prescott Public Library

6:00 PM-8:00 PM

Dr. Wasserman from the Lowell Observatory (retired) will present a talk about conjunctions, transits, and eclipses. See website for additional upcoming events. Monthly club meetings are open to the public.

www.prescottastronomyclub.org

Line Dance Lessons at the Whiskey River Tavern

Live Music - Tue. 10/3 Rusty Bullets

6:30-9:30 PM, Wed. 10/4 Line Dance Lessons on the Patio 6:30-9:30PM and Live Music on the Bunkhouse stage 6:30-9:30 PM, Thu. 10/5

Darin and Deering 6:30-9:30 PM. See website for the Oct. live music schedule. 214 S. Montezuma St. in Prescott.

928.237.5817

www.whiskeyrivertavern.com

Movies at the Elks

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Catch a classic movie at the Elks Theatre! See the Elks website for the movie schedule. 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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October 4th

Western Heritage Center - "Gentleman Doc Holliday"

Western Heritage Center

6:00 PM-7:30 PM

This one-man play will be presented by Wyatt Earp (great grandnephew 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. Tickets are $20 and available for purchase at the Western Heritage Center.

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

October 4th

Yavapai College Performing ArtsJazz Concert

Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

YC music students present a jazz concert.

928.776.2000

www.ycpac.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 October.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

October Events - Prescott Valley Public Library

October events at the Prescott Valley Public Library include crafts, art classes, yoga and pilates, reading activities, games, activities for teens, 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

October 4th

Weekly Promotions at Bucky's & Yavapai Casinos

Seniors Day Wednesdays - our seniors are special! Gold Rush Club members age 55 and older are eligible to earn $10 in Gold Rewards and may win $100 cash in Seniors Hot Seats from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

Ladies Day Thursdays - Hot Seat winners may receive $250 cash from 4:00-6:00 PM and are eligible to earn $10 in Gold Rewards for Gold Rush Club members! Food specials for Seniors Day and Ladies Day are offered at both casinos.

928.776.5696

www.buckyscasino.com

October 5th

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

October 5th

Prescott National Forest - Fire Education Series

Highlands Center for Natural History Meetings will be held on Thu. 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26 at 9:00 AM. Presentations from Prescott National Forest officials will be held between 9:30-11:30 AM. We will wrap up the day with a Q&A session, plus coffee, tea and donuts. Through this program participants will be able to understand the basics of fire ecology, apply this knowledge towards supporting and creating defensible spaces in our communities, connect with and build relationships with our local officials representing USFS and Prescott National Forest and identify resources in our community for assistance and information.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

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 current hours and event updates. Free admission!

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

Live Music at the Back Alley Wine Bar: STEFnROCK

Singer-songwriter open mic every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM, hosted by Andrew Deering. Live music - Thu. 10/5 STEFnROCK 5:00-8:00 PM, Fri. 10/6 Band O' Buzzards 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat. 10/7 Whiskey Pistols 6:309:30 PM, Sun. 10/8 Sunday Funday with Back Alley Cats 3:00-6:00 PM. See website for the Oct. music lineup. Located at 156 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott.

480.570.5131

www.backalleywine.com

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October 5th

Live Music at Founding Fathers

Collective - Mara Kaye

Live music - Sun. 10/1 Tyller

Gummersall, Thu. 10/5 to Sun.

10/8 Mara Kaye. Evening music performances 6:00-9:00 PM. 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!

Located at 218 N. Granite St. in Prescott.

928.541.1556

www.foundingfatherscollective.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 great 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

October 6th

2023 Prescott Area Artist Studio Tour

Greater Prescott

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

The Artist Studio Tour is a celebration of the arts and the artists in the Greater Prescott area. It is a free, 3-day event which allows you to visit private artists’ studios, see the artists in action, learn how they create their art and purchase unique art for yourself or as gifts. Features 61 juried artists at 45 private studios and more than 30 additional artists at 5 art centers. Visit the Studio Tour website for tour details, including tour maps. www.prescottstudiotour.com

October 6th

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.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

Live Music at Del Rio Springs in Prescott

Del Rio Springs Vineyard

Live music in the tasting room every Friday to Sunday from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. See website for the Oct. live music lineup and additional events.

928.460.5085

www.delriospringsvineyard.com/ events

The Bee's Knees Dance Classes: Shim Sham Line Dance Lesson Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

There will be a Shim Sham line dance lesson from 5:30-6:00 PM, followed by open dancing until 7:30 PM. Cost is $15 per person for the night. There will also be sessions on Oct. 20 and Oct. 27. See website for details.

928.899.3618

www.thebeeskneesdanceprescott.com

UK Night - An Evening with Paperback Writer Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

Second annual special event in the Crystal Hall on the 3rd floor of the Elks Performing Arts Center! Travel to Great Britain via The Elks Performing Arts Center and after an amazing dinner, enjoy a live concert by Paperback Writer, giving you the softer side of The Beatles Experience! Tickets $47 per person, dinner included.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

October 6th

Friday Night Barn Dance Mortimer Farms

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

Enjoy a live band, dancing, campfire, lawn games and the beautiful farm scenery! Cash bar available. Add dinner to your admission for only $15 more. Barn Dance events are held every Friday through the end of October. Mortimer Farms is located in Dewey. 928.830.1116

www.mortimerfarmsaz.com

October 6th

Karaoke with Matt & Allie at Cooper's Pub

7:00 PM-10:00 PM

Located at 4499 AZ-69 in Prescott at the La Quinta Inn & Suites. Karaoke every Friday night. Check the Matt & Allies Karaoke Facebook page for more karaoke events in Prescott and Prescott Valley.

928.227.8772

www.facebook.com/ CoopersPubAZ

Photo by K athy Murdock

October 6th

Live Theatre: "La Posada" Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Oct. 6, 7, and 14. An original play, "La Posada" is a journey of riveting history, light-hearted fantasy and startling genius—a magical love story of activist Allan Affeldt and artist Tina Mion as, together, they create something brilliant from the ashes of history. La Posada Hotel and Gardens in Winslow, Arizona, opened in 1929, closed a mere 27 years later, and was neglected until the 1990s, when through countless struggles, hard work, and passion, Allan, Tina and a tiny team of artisans brought the building back to life.

928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Prescott Chorale: "Dreams of Eternity" St. Luke's Episcopal Church

7:00 PM

Prescott Chorale presents their first concerts of the 2023-2024 season. Two performances: Fri. 10/6 at 7:00 PM and Sat. 10/7 at 2:00 PM. Tickets and program information are available online. St. Luke's Episcopal Church is located at 2000 Shepherds Lane in Prescott.

928.776.2000

www.prescottchorale.com

Live Music at the Whiskey River Tavern - Scandalous Hands

Live Music - Fri. 10/6 Scandalous

Hands 8:00-11:30 PM, Sat. 10/7

Flashback from 1:00-5:00 PM and Road One South from 8:00-11:30 PM, Sun. 10/8 Mischief 1:00-5:00 PM, Tue. 10/10 Justin Hitson 6:309:30 PM, Wed. 10/11 Wheelhouse

6:30-9:30 PM, Thu. 10/12 Darin and Deering 6:30-9:30 PM. See website for the Oct. live music schedule. 214 S. Montezuma St. in Prescott.

928.237.5817

www.whiskeyrivertavern.com

October 6th

Free 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 Fridays and Saturdays. 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

October 6th

October Programs at the Jim & Linda Lee Planetarium

The planetarium is located on the campus of Embry-Riddle

Aeronautical University in Prescott. See website for the Oct. show schedule.

928.777.3422

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

ANNIVERSARY

Saturday October 7, 2023

9am - 5pm

Special Discounted Admission $3.50 (all visitors)

Activities Include:

Anniversary Treats for the Animals

Anniversary Scavenger Hunt

DJ • Bounce House • Concessions Dessert Celebration

Sponsored by:

October 7th

35th Anniversary Celebration at the Zoo

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

35th anniversary special discounted admission is $3.50 for all visitors. Activities include anniversary treats for the animals, an anniversary scavenger hunt, DJ music, bounce house for the kids, concessions, and a dessert celebration.

928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

Start Planning your Christmas Fun!

Arizona Christmas City organizers for Prescott’s annual holiday attractions in downtown Prescott are planning a fun-filled season with several free events happening in “Everybody’s Hometown.”

Festivities kick off with The Holiday Light Parade & Bonfire Festival, which returns for its 26th year Saturday, Nov. 25, starting at 6 p.m. on Cortez Street. The parade will be led by Santa and will feature more than 40 floats and music from school marching bands. The parade ends on the field at Mile High Middle School, where the Bonfire Festival will take place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Entrance to the field is through the gate on Goodwin Street, across from Old Firehouse Plaza.

Up next is Prescott’s 41st annual Christmas Parade and 69th annual Courthouse Lighting the first Saturday in December. From 1 to

3 p.m. on Dec. 2, the parade will fill downtown Prescott with floats, marching bands, and music — all leading up to the arrival of Santa. The Courthouse Lighting will be 6 to 6:30 p.m.; fireworks to follow.

Then, the 35th annual Acker Night will be Friday, Dec. 8, in downtown Prescott. The opening ceremony will begin at 5 p.m. on Gurley Street. On Acker Night, people stroll through downtown Prescott, taking in the holiday lights and listening to live music from more than 500 performers.

More than 100 Prescott businesses open their doors to these volunteer musicians with the shared goal of keeping music alive for local school kids. While admission is free, all tips to artists provide music lessons and instruments to local youth and support school music programs. A

free shuttle service runs from Frontier Village Shopping Center off of AZ-69.

The 2nd annual Christmas Village & ChristkindlMarket, inspired by a centuries-old European tradition, will be open Friday, Dec. 15 from 4 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 16, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 17, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on West Goodwin Street. Admission is free.

The Christkindl Angel returns to host the event, which includes outdoor amusement rides, Christmas music, visits with Santa and Clydesdale horse-drawn wagon rides around Courthouse Plaza.

Lastly, the 13th annual New Year’s Eve Boot Drop will be Sunday, Dec. 31, on historic Whiskey Row in downtown Prescott. This celebration on Montezuma Street starts at 7:30 p.m. New Year’s Eve and goes until 12:30 a.m. New Year’s Day.

Photo courtesy of Experience Prescott Office of Tourism

October 7th

FallFest in the Park - Arts & Crafts Show

Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Help us finish the year right at the FallFest in the Park. Browse vendor goods, shop unique handcrafted items and enjoy delicious food. The Prescott Regulators and Their Shady Ladies will also be present. Takes place Oct. 7-8 at the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza and is presented by the Prescott Chamber of Commerce.

928.445.2000

www.prescott.org

October 7th

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

October 7th

Fundraiser Raffle for the Chino Valley Canine Training Club

8:00 AM-12:00 PM

CVCTC is raffling items donated by local & nationwide businesses for the Club's spay/neuter program for dogs adopted from Chino Valley Animal Shelter. Fundraiser is during our AKC Obedience & Rally Trial at Memory Park. Spectators welcome; Only dogs entered in trial may be on show grounds. $1 or $2 for each ticket with discount for multiple tickets.

www.cvctc.net/trial--clubevents.html

October 7th

Monthly Watson Woods Bird Walk

8:30 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. (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

Become a Community Coach

MATFORCE - 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Receive free training to learn needed skills for working one-on-one in helping provide referrals, emotional support and resources for former inmates. No experience, prior qualifications, or education is needed. See website for registration information, and for additional events.

928.925.4433

www.matforce.org

High Desert Roughriders Trail Ride & All Horse Parade

The annual Long Ride features the impressive All Horse Parade entering downtown Prescott. The 10-mile trail ride starts at 9:00 AM on the Peavine Trail and ends in downtown Prescott on Whiskey Row at approximately 2:30 PM. The ride will conclude at Mile High Middle School field. The event is a fundraiser for homeless veterans.

www.highdesertroughriders.com

Natural History Institute:

Humanizing the Mesa

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

"Humanizing the Mesa: Understanding the Pre-Contact Prescott Culture through Literature and Personal Experience" — Join NHI and writer and literature scholar Dr. Reuben Ellis for a daylong reading and journaling workshop exploring how pre-contact indigenous culture is represented in writing. This workshop looks at pre-contact Southwestern cultures through the eyes of the reader and writer. Visit website for additional info and to register.

928.863.3232

www.naturalhistoryinstitute.org

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Photo by Bob Shanks

October 7th

Garden Class: Fall "To Do" List for a Healthy Yard Watters Garden Center

9:30 AM-10:30 AM

Free garden class at Watters Garden Center, located at 1815 Iron Springs Rd. in Prescott. Get the most out of your landscape with this easy to use checklist of fall care. Bring the color out of your fall gardens, reduce bugs next spring, or simply put your landscape to bed with these easy-to-use ideas. 928.445.4159

www.wattersgardencenter.com/classes

Prescott Food Tour: Saturday Morning Tour Downtown Prescott

9:30 AM-12:00 PM

Take a food tour of downtown Prescott and discover a wide variety of shops and restaurants. Get back-of-thehouse peeks, talk with owners, chefs and local characters - some in period costumes! Each tour typically visits 4 or 5 places, and the tour fee includes snacks and nibbles. Learn about Prescott's fascinating history along the way. Pre-registration is required. See website for additional Fri./Sat. tour dates. Custom tours for groups can be arranged.

www.prescottfoodtour.com

2023 Prescott Area Artist Studio Tour

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

The Artist Studio Tour is a celebration of the arts and the artists in the Greater Prescott area. It is a free 3-day event which allows you to visit private artists’ studios, see the artists in action, learn how they create their art and purchase unique art for yourself or as gifts. Features 61 juried artists at 45 private studios and more than 30 additional artists at 5 art centers. Visit the Studio Tour website for tour details, including tour maps. www.prescottstudiotour.com

Mustang Pony-Only Car Show

Goodwill Industries Parking LotPrescott Valley

10:00 AM-3:00 PM

The last Mustang-only cruise of the summer. See over 100 Mustangs! Free vehicle registration and free admission. Mustang owners - please register. www.ponyonlycruise.com

October 7th

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

Nature NiñosFree Family Nature Program

10:00 AM-12:00 PM

See Facebook page for details. Takes place on the first Saturday of every month. The October program will take place at Stricklin Park. City Park Rangers and community partners lead child-centered nature play events. For children up to age 8. At every Nature Niños event there will be take-home freebies, guided nature activities, and little lessons on healthy choices and Leave No Trace principles.

928.777.1122

www.facebook.com/ natureninosprescott

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 onsite to explain and answer questions as well as show a few artifacts. All ages event. Dogs are welcome. Open the first Sat. every month. Hosted by the Yavapai Archaeology Society and Museum of Indigenous People. www.azarchsoc.org/Yavapai

Live Music at Winey Cats

Winey Cats at Granite Creek Vineyard

12:00 PM-5:00 PM

Located at 2515 N. Road 1 E. in Chino Valley. Live music continues on Saturdays until Oct. 28. See website for the music schedule and check the Winey Cats Facebook page for updates.

www.wineycats.com

October 7th

Town of Prescott ValleyHarvest Festival

11:00 AM-4:00 PM

Come celebrate the fall season at Prescott Valley's newest special event, the Harvest Festival, taking place at the Prescott Valley Civic Center. You're encouraged to arrive in your best costume to partake in all of the activities being offered. There will be a costume contest, carnival rides, face painting, inflatables, a haunted house, food vendors, plenty of candy, and more! Free event for all ages. 928.759.3090

www.prescottvalley-az.gov

Prescott Computer Society Meeting: Picnic at Goldwater Lake

1:00 PM

Prescott Computer Society is a group of PC users who meet online three times a month via Zoom. There will be a picnic on Sat., Oct. 7 at Goldwater Lake. See website for event details and a map: pcs4me. com/library/goldwater-lake-map. htm.

www.pcs4me.com

Arizona Beach Party - Catch a Wave Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

The sounds of surf, sun and classic cars set the stage backdrop for the legendary 1960s Beach Boys stage show presented by world renowned “Catch a Wave.” This act was selected to perform for Brian Wilson at the dedication for the Beach Boys state landmark in 2005. Tickets $26-$36. 928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

October Events at Mortimer Farms

October events include Friday Night Barn Dances, the Pumpkin Festival & Corn Maze and Farm Tour/Field Trips. See calendar for event details and tickets. Located in Dewey. 928.830.1116

www.mortimerfarmsaz.com

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Founding Fathers Collective

October 1

Tyller Gummersall

October 5

Mara Kaye

October 6

Mara Kaye

October 7

Mara Kaye

October 8

Mara Kaye

October 12

Paul & Ieva Cataldo

October 13

Paul & Ieva Cataldo

October 14

Cold Turkey

October 19

Mary Naman

October 20 GrooveTrain

October 21

Dave Manning

October 26

Dirty Laundry

October 27

MJ Jazz Quartet

October 28

Wheelhouse

Largest

Tap

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!

218 N. GRANITE ST. | PRESCOTT, AZ 86301 | 928.541.1556 | WWW.FOUNDINGFATHERSCOLLECTIVE.COM

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.

Andrew Deering

Prescott Now: How long have you been playing?

Andrew Deering: I have been playing in bands and as a solo performer for the last two decades of my life. I have the passion to play multiple instruments across multiple genres.

Playing music is a profound and exhilarating experience that brings my soul complete fulfillment. It’s as if each note I play becomes an extension of my soul, expressing emotions and thoughts that words alone cannot convey.

I first played music with my dad at home. My dad was a guitar

player and he inspired me to start playing.

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

Andrew Deering: I don’t feel that I can be placed in the box of one genre. I play to my audience. I enjoy playing blended genres with my own personal touch in each one of them. Whatever I am playing, there is always an Americana baseline. It’s like playing music the way someone in the South would make shrimp and grits from scratch, deep and with love.

I am inspired by knowing my

audience; feeling the vibe in the room helps me draw inspiration of the songs I play. I am completely flexible when it comes to a set list. If there are certain people in the room, I play for them, versus playing what I think people may want to hear.

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

Andrew Deering: My success is not defined by my gigs. It is defined by my friends. The ones who come out and just want to share time with me while I get to play music. Being an integral part of the community is equally important to me as my music. My music tells

Photo by Blushing Cactus Photography

a story, my community fills my soul.

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

Andrew Deering: I have played shows in front of four people in neighborhood bars and as large as 15,000 people at festivals. Each one of my shows, no matter what the size of my audience, is my opportunity to interact with people and share my passion with someone who may be just passing through town; and I may be the reason they come back

Prescott Now: Where do you find your inspiration for your songwriting, performances?

Andrew Deering: My inspiration comes from my upbringing. In addition to music, there was always creativity in all forms of various art surrounding me. There was always music playing in my house.

The Deering family makes instruments, plays all instruments, and has a passion for all the arts. Thinking back to some of the music that I draw my inspiration from, it would be from Jimmie Rodgers to Jimi Hendrix.

Prescott Now: What brought you to Prescott?

Andrew Deering: I grew up in Southern California, however I have been in and out of northern Arizona since I was a child. I spent many years in Austin, Texas, which left the biggest impression on me musically.

I had the opportunity to relocate to Prescott in 2019 to be closer to family. Moving to Prescott for

me was an opportunity to live a more relaxed life, enjoying a small community that I can be a part of.

It’s not just being able to share my music, it’s about spending time fishing with my children and developing relationships with people that will last a lifetime.

Halloween Candy Buyback Program a Sweet Deal for Troops

Move America Forward (MAF), a nonprofit supporting American troops on the front lines, is giving families, medical offices, schools, businesses and everyone else in the country a chance to sell back excess Halloween candy so it can be included in care packages sent to military personnel overseas.

At least one Greater Prescott business owner, registered dietician Elisa Olivier-Nielsen of EON Consulting, is participating in MAF’s Halloween Candy Buyback Program, paying $1 per pound of candy brought in up to $4 from Nov. 1-7.

“As a registered dietitian, I am looking forward to providing our community with a creative way to reduce their

sugar intake after Halloween, while promoting this wonderful program that allows people to be a blessing to someone they never met,” OlivierNielsen said. “I am delighted to be able to partner with this organization to bless our troops overseas and possibly make new connections.“

Anyone who wants to drop candy off should call her at 928.300.1542 to schedule a time to do so at her Prescott Valley office.

Families can also donate candy directly to the organization by sending it to: Halloween Candy Buyback, Move America Forward, 3105 Fite Circle Suite 108, Sacramento, CA 95827.

They can also send toiletries such as toothbrushes and toothpaste and messages of support to the troops who will receive the care packages, especially from children. This can be done with or without registering on the website, but all donations should be sent to the group by December so they can be included in the holiday care packages. Move America Forward has donated about 700 tons of care packages to soldiers, sailors, marines and airmen serving overseas since 2006.

For more information about the program and how to participate visit www.moveamericaforward.org/ halloween-candy-buyback-program.

October 8th

AZ Wordsmith Presents: Stories That Matter - True Stories, Told Before a Live Audience

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

3:00 PM

Celebrate the diversity and the unity of the human experience through the ancient art of storytelling! This event will feature individuals who will share their personal, true and life-changing stories. Drawn from the local community, the storytellers will be your friends, family, neighbors and acquaintances. Presented by AZ Wordsmith in partnership with the Elks Performing Arts Center. All seats will be general admission. Tickets available online.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

October 8th

Prescott Valley Community Market

8:00 AM-1:00 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 participating vendors and special events.

928.273.9767

www.facebook.com/PVCMLLC

October 8th

FallFest in the ParkArts & Crafts Show

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

Help us finish the year right at the FallFest in the Park. Browse vendor goods, shop unique handcrafted items, and enjoy delicious food. The Prescott Regulators and Their Shady Ladies will also be present. Takes place Oct. 7-8 at the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza and is presented by the Prescott Chamber of Commerce.

928.445.2000

www.prescott.org

2023 Prescott Area Artist Studio Tour

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

The Artist Studio Tour is a celebration of the arts and the artists in the Greater Prescott area. It is a free, 3-day event which allows you to visit private artists’ studios, see the artists in action, learn how they create their art and purchase unique art for yourself or as gifts. Features 61 juried artists at 45 private studios and more than 30 additional artists at 5 art centers.

www.prescottstudiotour.com

Zander RodriguezSundays at Matt's Saloon

Located at 112 S. Montezuma Street on Whiskey Row. Matt's Saloon now has Zander Rodriguez every Sunday from 2:00-6:00 PM. 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. Thursdays: country DJ from 7:00-10:00 PM and hip-hop/top 40 DJ from 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM. See website for the Oct. live music schedule.

928.771.8788

www.mattssaloon.com

Coffeehouse Concert: Lisa Mitts

Prescott Public Library

2:00 PM-3:30 PM

The October Coffeehouse Concert features Lisa Mitts, an award-winning recording artist, singer/songwriter and performer. Her music ranges in genres from indie rock, pop, country and R&B. Lisa performs sets with her band that include both original songs and a wide range of well-loved covers.

928.777.1500

www.prescottlibrary.info

October 8th

Live Music at the Windsock: Blues Jam with the Scott O'Neal Band Blues Jam hosted by the Scott O'Neal Band every Sunday from 2:00-6:00 PM. Live music - Fri. 10/6

Soggy Bottom Productions, Sat. 10/7 Elvin Killerbee. The Windsock Lounge also has STEFnROCK every Tue. from 5:00-8:00 PM, Travis Crow & Colton Burris on Wed. at 6:00 PM, and the Aragon Ping Band on Thu. 6:00-9:00 PM. Fri./Sat. live music is from 7:0011:00 PM.

928.776.7309

www.thewindsocklounge.net

Central Arizona Concert Band

ERAU Davis Learning Center Auditorium

3:00 PM

Bring your friends and family for an afternoon of great symphonic band music. Tickets are available at the door. $12/adults and $5/students.

www.centralarizonaconcertband.com

October 9th

Fall Break Nature Camp

Highlands Center for Natural History

8:00 AM-4:00 PM

Takes place Oct. 9-13. Spend a 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! $195 for members, $255 for non-members. Register online.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

Prescott Art DocentsMonday Art Talk with Ann Ramsey

Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Prescott Art Docent Ann Ramsey will present an art talk: "Latin American Whimsy & Protest Art (Los Four)."

Takes place in the Artist Lounge at Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts. Check the Prescott Public Library calendar for upcoming "Art Days for Kids" events, presented by the Prescott Art Docents.

928.445.6506

www.prescottartdocents.net

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Pelham Blue

by Blake Herzog

Pelham Blue, a “’90s pop punk rock cover band” which just started playing gigs together last spring, lucked into the Aug. 3 slot of the annual Prescott Summer Concert Series at Courthouse Plaza after another group had to bow out of it and turned it into a “flashy” all-ages party.

The quintet revved up the crowd with three-decade-old hits by Pearl Jam, Foo Fighters, the Offspring, Third Eye Blind, Nirvana and other classic bands, sharing their love of and nostalgia for the raw, straightforward tunes that dominated that era.

Bassist Darrell Denlinger says the band that became Pelham Blue went through several iterations “without ever getting out of the garage,” and once the current lineup assembled, “it was a bunch of really great coincidences that all centered around this decade of really great music, that was not really being played by anyone else around here.”

That passion yanked many of the 500-plus audience members, the

most they’ve ever played for, onto their feet whether they danced in front of the stage or at their seats. The mood also got a lift from a “flash mob” of young dance students led by their teacher, Lexe Niekamp of Lessons by Lexe Dance Studio, as the band played Smash Mouth’s “All Star.”

The idea was the brainchild of guitarist Cadu Medina, who does the marketing for Vivili Hospitality Group as his day job. “I wanted to do something to bring attention to The County Seat because it’s right across from the event, and I was talking to Lexe and said, ‘I was wondering how hard it would be to put together a flash mob kind of thing, where you guys are wearing County Seat t-shirts and we have some food you guys can pass around and…’ Then she cut me off and said, “I’ll do it!”

Niekamp said all 11 students who volunteered for the gig learned the simple routine from a video she posted online and did get some people in the audience to join in. “It

was one of the greatest joys of our summer,” she said.

As a proper flash mob should it surprised everyone, including most of the band. “All the band members knew about it, but I didn’t want them to get distracted over it, so I just said ‘something’s going to happen here, don’t worry about it. I wanted it to be a surprise for everyone,” Medina said.

As a new band Pelham Blue had a bit to prove to the concert series organizers, singer Chad Dixson said, but managed to knock it out of the park. One of the board members said, “we all knew this was kind of a gamble because we didn’t hear you guys play before you got here, but you guys were amazing, we want you guys back next year.”

Drummer Dan Morgarelli and guitarist Charlie Clark complete the lineup and all had a blast playing their first Courthouse Plaza concert, Medina said: “It was several layers of oh my God, this is such a cool thing.”

Photos by Blushing Cactus Photography

EVENTS CALENDAR

October 9th

Museum of Indigenous People: Indigenous People's Day

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

Free admission to the museum on Monday, Oct. 9 for Indigenous People's Day.

October 10th

Explore Prescott's History

October 10th

Veterans Appreciation Tuesdays

928.445.1230

www.museumofindigenouspeople.org

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 4:00 PM, and 12:00 to 4:00 PM on Sundays.

NEW SKIN. NEW YOU!

Childbirth Preparation Series (4 Classes)

Yavapai Regional Medical Center

East - Prescott Valley

6:30 PM-8:30 PM

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

www.yrmchealthconnect.org/ calendar

Margot Fonteyn Academy of Ballet Classes

The Academy offers a wide variety of workshops, courses and certification programs. See website for details. Located at 300 E. Gurley St. in downtown Prescott.

928.445.5400

www.mfab.org

October 10th

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

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

10:00 AM-3:00 PM

Check the American Red Cross website for event details and to register.

928.756.2844

www.redcrossblood.org/give.html

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

Pastel Drawing Classes at the Phippen Museum

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. Call 928.778.1385 to enroll in these classes. Cost is $35 per session.

928.778.1385

www.phippenartmuseum.org

YC Prescott Art Gallery

Yavapai College - Prescott Art Gallery

The Yavapai College Prescott Art Gallery is located at 1100 E. Sheldon Street. Gallery hours are Tue.-Sat. 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. See website for student art exhibit information.

928.776.2031

www.yc.edu/v6/art-galleries/ index.html

Social Dance to Live Music!

Social Dance Club - Prescott

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

Movie Nights & Live Music at the Raven Cafe

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Movies and live music this week - Tue. 10/10 Movie Night, Wed. 10/11 The TBD Show, Sun. 10/15 Jonathan Best. See website for the Oct. schedule.

928.717.0009

www.ravencafe.com

Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos celebrate veterans and active-duty military Gold Rush Club members every Tuesday! Veterans receive 3X points, $10 Gold Rewards and a $10 food comp. Also receive a complimentary entry into the end of month veterans drawing for $100 cash. Let’s Play, Preskitt! 928.776.5696

www.buckyscasino.com

October 11th

Visit the Zoo!

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

Marketing Your Business Webinar Series: Yavapai College SBDC

10:00 AM-11:00 AM

This three-part webinar series will take place on Oct. 11, Oct. 18 and Nov. 25. Topics include "The 6 P's of Marketing," "Planning is a 4-Letter Word," and "Understanding Your Target Market." Presented by the Yavapai College SBDC, in association with the Maricopa SBDC.

928.717.7232

www.yc.edu/v6/small-businessdevelopment-center

Coffee with a Cop -

Prescott Valley Police Dept.

Insight Firearms - Prescott Valley

1:00 PM-2:30 PM

Free event - held this month at Insight Firearms, 6969 E. State Route 69. 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.

928.759.3090

www.prescottvalley-az.gov

WELCOME!

New Chamber Members

Ability

325 N. Washington Ave. Prescott, AZ 86301 928.515.2371

www.abilityaz.com

Art Hive LLC 203 N. Cortez St. Prescott, AZ 86303 360.298.4065

www.arthive.space

Event Space on Gurley 702 W. Gurley St. Prescott, AZ 86305 928.830.1171

Excellence School of Jiu Jitsu 3400 Gateway Blvd. Prescott, AZ 86303 310.977.0889

www.esjjprescott.com

Hav A Craving 811 Whipple St., Ste. 1 Prescott , AZ 86301 928.237.9357

www.havacraving.com

Healthy Is Wellness, LLC

Prescott, AZ 86301 406.539.0994

www.healthyiswellness.com

Honest Water Filter AZ Prescott, AZ 86303

info@honestwaterfilter.com

www.honestwaterfilteraz.com

Imagination Library of the Prescott Area P.O. Box 3773 Prescott, AZ 86302 928.777.1537

www.ilpabooks.org

iQ Merchant Prescott, AZ 833.476.3724 x701

www.iqmerchant.com

JRK Architecture Studio, LLC Prescott, AZ 86301 928.421.1919

www.jrkarchitecture.com

K4 Gourmet Beef 1513 W. Gurley St. Prescott, AZ 86305 928.925.7735

www.gourmetbeef.com

Margot Fonteyn Academy of Ballet 300 E. Gurley St. Prescott, AZ 86301 928.460.0344

www.mfab.org

Nutrivision LLC

1260 Gail Gardner Way, Ste. 125 Prescott, AZ 86305 928.852.2626

Prescott Bath Boutique Prescott, AZ 86305 626.476.7709

www.etsy.com/shop/ PrescottBathBoutique

Prescott Sunset Sanctuary Prescott, AZ 86303 866.407.9485

www.prescottsunsetsanctuary.com

SkinPlus MedSpa 1747 Willow Creek Rd. Prescott, AZ 86301 928.582.0716

www.skinplusmedspa.com

Snowbird Campervans 697 6th St., Ste. 223 Prescott, AZ 86301 907.362.2628

www.snowbirdcampervans.com

The Happy Hippie 2104 Miramonte Dr. Prescott, AZ 86301 318.210.1294

www.thehappyhippiecbd.com

Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals 325 S. Montezuma St. Prescott, AZ 86303 210.323.6316

www.varep.net

CELEBRATING BUSINESS & COMMUNITY

Harvest Festival

Saturday, October 7th from 11:00 AM-4:00 PM

Prescott Valley Civic Center

Family Fun - Free for all ages

Celebrate the welcome of Fall season at Prescott Valley's newest special event. Join us at the Prescott Valley Civic Center in your best costume to partake in all the activities being offered. There will be a costume contest, carnival rides, face painting, inflatables, a haunted house, food vendors, plenty of candy, and more!

For more information or to volunteer for this wonderful event, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 928.759.3090.

Safe Trick or Treat

Tuesday, October 31st from 4:00 PM-7:00 PM

Findlay Toyota Center

Free for all ages

Visit the many businesses and organizations for Trick or Treating inside and outside the Findlay Toyota Center. New this year will be Food Trucks! Come ready to eat. This is an evening of Trick or Treat fun for the whole family. Businesses and organizations interested in participating may contact Makayla Chadwick at 307.699.4494. Presented by the Prescott Valley Early Bird Lions Club

A/V TECHNICIAN

Flex Video and Multimedia, LLC 206.714.6259

www.Flexvideo.com

CHIROPRACTIC

Larson Family Chiropractic 7749 E. Florentine Rd., Ste. B Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 928.772.7200

www.larsonfamilychiropractic.com

COMMUNITY CLUBHOUSE

J Club

4700 N. Stillwell Pkwy. Prescott Valley, AZ

602.837.0402

www.jasperaz.com/sustainable-desert-living/

DÉCOR & INSTALLATION

Primary Source Installation, Inc 9144 E. Florentine Rd., Unit 9 Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 928.792.1043

www.primarysourceinstallation.com

EDUCATION

Imagine Online Academy of Arizona 18052 N. Black Cyn. Hwy. Phoenix, AZ 623.250.4567

www.imagineazonline.org

FURNITURE

Amish Home Décor 2710 N. Glassford Hill Rd., Ste. G Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 928.277.8267

www.amishfurniturepv.com

GOVERNMENT

Central Yavapai Metropolitan Planning Organization (CYMPO)

1971 Commerce Center Cir. Ste. E Prescott, AZ 928.442.5730

www.cympo.org

HAIR SALON

Alchemist Studio 3050 N. Navajo Dr., Ste. 106 Prescott Valley, AZ 480.318.0449

www.alchemiststudio6.com

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Nutrivision

3040 N. Windsong, Ste. 103 Prescott Valley, AZ 928.851.8363

Coming soon to Prescott Valley!

INSURANCE

Daniel Martinez Goosehead Insurance 602.641.6110

www.goosehead.com/agents/az/ prescott-valley/daniel-martinez/

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION

Friends of Prescott Valley Parks and Rec

www.prescottvalley-az.gov/ 1265/Donate

OFFICE SUPPLIES

Fox Janitorial Paper & Supply 520.310.4298

www.foxdist.com

RV PARK

Whistlestop Luxury RV Park 151 Hwy. 69 Dewey, AZ 928.699.7741

www.azwhistlestop.com

SERVICE ORGANIZATION

Prescott Frontier Rotary Club Meets on Tuesdays at 12:00 PM at Prescott Resort & Conference Center 928.466.8119

www.prescottfrontierrotary.com

Bars & Saloons Bars & Saloons

OCTOBER EVENTS

Band Schedules Subject to Change

Back Alley Wine Bar

October 1

Sunday Funday with Back Alley Cats

3:00 PM-6:00 PM

October 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31

Open Mic with Andrew Deering

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

October 19, 5, 12, 19 and 26

STEFnROCK

5:00 PM-8:00 PM

October 6

Band O' Buzzards

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 7

Whiskey Pistols

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 8

Sunday Funday with Back Alley Cats

3:00 PM-6:00 PM

October 10

Open Mic with Andrew Deering

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

October 13

Sadie Norkin with Special Guest

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 14

IsometricK 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 15

Sunday Funday with Back Alley Cats

3:00 PM-6:00 PM

October 17

Open Mic with Andrew Deering

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

October 20

Cheektones Trio

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 21

Jacque Duhame 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 22

Sunday Funday with Back Alley Cats

3:00 PM-6:00 PM

October 24

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

October 27

Aragon Smith Band 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 28

Chuck Hall & Sean Markey

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 29

Sunday Funday with Back Alley Cats

3:00 PM-6:00 PM

October 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

October 1

Tyller Gummersall

October 5

Mara Kaye

October 6

Mara Kaye

October 7

Mara Kaye

October 8

Mara Kaye

October 12

Paul & Ieva Cataldo

October 13

Paul & Ieva Cataldo

October 14

Cold Turkey

October 19

Mary Naman

October 20

GrooveTrain

October 21

Dave Manning

October 26

Dirty Laundry

October 27

MJ Jazz Quartet

October 28

Wheelhouse

The Raven Cafe

October 1

Zach Dominguez and Cozzy Bohrman

October 8

Zach Dominguez and Cozzy Bohrman

October 11

The TBD Show

October 15

Jonathan Best

October 19

3rd Thursday Jazz with the Organauts & Friends

October 22

Michael Jaramillo

October 25

The TBD Show

October 29

Zach Dominguez and Cozzy Bohrman

See the events page on the Raven Cafe website to confirm the live music schedule.

The Windsock Lounge

October 7

Elvin Killerbee

October 14

Toucan Eddy

October 20

Tyller Gummersall

October 21

Wheelhouse

October 27

Sky Daddy and the Pop Rocks

October 28

Live Music (Band TBD)

Every Tuesday STEFnROCK 5:00 PM-8:00 PM

Every Wednesday

Travis Crow & Colton Burris

PM

Every Thursday Aragon Ping Band

6:00 PM

Every Sunday Blues Jam hosted by the Scott O'Neal Band

2:00 PM-6:00 PM

Whiskey River Tavern

October 3

Rusty Bullets

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 4

Line Dance Lessons Back Patio

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October4

Live Music (Band TBD) Bunkhouse Stage

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 5

Darin and Deering 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 6

Scandalous Hands 8:00 PM-11:30 PM

October 7 Flashback

October 7 Road One South 8:00 PM-11:30 PM

October 8 Mischief 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

October 10

Justin Hitson 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 11 Wheelhouse

October 12 Darin and Deering

October 13

Ferris

October 14

October 24

Billy Bond Band

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 25

Beyond Suspicion

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 26

Darin and Deering

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 14 Well Dressed Wolves

October 15

All She Wrote

October 17

Live Music (Band TBD) 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 18 Line Dance Lessons Back Patio

October 18

Sky Daddy Bunkhouse Stage 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 19

Darin and Deering 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 20

Funk Frequency 8:00 PM-11:30 PM

October 21

Palomino 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

October 21

The CheekTones 8:00 PM-11:30 PM

October 22

Justin and Autumn Hitson 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

October 27

Groove Dawgs

8:00 PM-11:30 PM

October 28

Tone Kings

1:00 PM-5:00 PM

October 28

Hit Squad 17

Halloween Costume Party

8:00 PM-11:30 PM

October 29

Dirty Halos

1:00 PM-5:00 PM

October 31

Llory McDonald and Combo Deluxe 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

Andrew Deering

Photo by Blushing Cactus Photography

Chicago came back! The legendary rock ‘n’ roll band with horns played Prescott Valley’s Findlay Toyota Center in 2020 and 2022 and returned on Aug. 16 for another spectacular concert featuring its most-loved hits and deep cuts showcasing its influence on American music. Drawing from across Greater Prescott and beyond, they packed the arena with fans and filled it with the swelling tones of “25 or 6 to 4,” “Hard to Say I’m Sorry,” “Saturday in the Park,” “If You Leave Me Now” and other classics, plus tracks from their 2022 album Chicago XXXVIII: Born for This Moment.

Chicago is the first American rock band to chart Top 40 albums in six consecutive decades, including the 2020s, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016.

Photos by Blushing Cactus Photography

October Events

October 10

October 4

October 13

October 5 Darin and Deering

October 6

October 17

October 8

Whiskey River Tavern

October 11th

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

7:00 PM

Held on the second Wed. of each month in The Elks' 3rdfloor 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

October 12th

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 current 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: STEFnROCK

Singer-songwriter open mic every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM, hosted by Andrew Deering. Live music - Thu. 10/12

STEFnROCK 5:00-8:00 PM, Fri. 10/13

Sadie Norkin w/ Special Guest 6:309:30 PM, Sat. 10/14 IsometricK 6:309:30 PM, Sun. 10/15 Sunday Funday with Back Alley Cats 3:00-6:00 PM. See website for the Oct. music lineup. Located at 156 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. 480.570.5131

www.backalleywine.com

October 12th

Live Music at Founding Fathers Collective - Paul & Leva Cataldo

Live music - Thu. 10/12 and Fri. 10/13 Paul & Leva Cataldo, Sat. 10/14 Cold Turkey. Evening music performances are from 6:00-9:00 PM. 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 6:0010:00 PM. Bring a board game or join a game with others! Located at 218 N. Granite St. in Prescott. 928.541.1556

www.foundingfatherscollective.com

Stand Up Comedy at the Elks

Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Brian Kohatsu spent 20 years as an award-winning director before stepping away from the camera for a career in comedy, and Ron Morey's energetic show earned him a nomination to the list of the top five comics in the country by The Entertainment Business Journal. Tickets $22 general admission and $27 for priority seating. Tickets available online. Takes place in the Performing Arts Center Crystal Hall.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Live Theatre: "Night of the Living Dead"

Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

7:30 PM

There will be 8 performances from Oct. 12-22 in the Studio Theatre, including two Sunday matinee shows. Based on the cult classic film by George A. Romero, this zombie-thon is a delightfully skewed send-up of one of the most beloved science fiction genres of all time.

928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

October 13th

The Big Sting Country Music Festival

Watson Lake Park

12:00 PM-10:00 PM

The Big Sting is a country music festival weekend campout benefiting the Shadows Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization based in Flagstaff. The Shadows Foundation serves families in need during lifethreatening conditions. This event combines good people, country music, and a great cause! Takes place Oct. 13-14 at Watson Lake Park in Prescott. See website for the music lineup and tickets.

928.380.6641

www.thebigsting.com

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October 14th

45th Annual Whiskey Row Marathon Whiskey Row - Downtown Prescott

6:00 AM-12:00 PM

Are you tough enough? The Whiskey Row Marathon offers 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon and Marathon distances and a 0.3 Mile High Fun Run. It's a signature fundraising event for the James Family Prescott YMCA. Proceeds from this race go directly into the scholarship fund to assist children and families in financial need to participate in child care, swimming lessons, youth sports and gymnastics classes. See website for online registration. https://whiskeyrowmarathon.com

Photos courtesy of James Family Prescott YMCA

Located in downtown Prescott, with exhibits, historical buildings and beautiful gardens. Special programs and events throughout the year.

EXPERIENCE LOCAL HISTORY AND CULTURE AT ONE OF ARIZONA’S PREMIER MUSEUMS.

UPCOMING EVENTS

A Spooky Spectacular

Saturday October 14th

10 AM TO 3 PM

Embark on a haunting journey, and let our campus cast a spell on you as we explore Victorian superstitions, mourning practices, and more.

Saturday December 2nd

6PM TO 8PM

Frontier Christmas is an evening of classic holiday merrymaking at the Sharlot Hall Museum, immediately following the Courthouse Lighting Ceremony. Stop by 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. for cookies, cider, crafts, and fun.

October 12th

Puzzle Rides

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

October 13th

Senior Connection - Seniors & Caregivers Conference & Expo

10:00 AM-3:00 PM

The free Expo will have representatives from a large number of companies that provide products, services and support to help you succeed in your role as a caregiver. You are not alone - help is available! Information and literature will be available, and you may ask questions related to your specific needs or those of your loved ones. Liberty Traditional School is located at 3300 N. Lake Valley Rd. in Prescott Valley.

928.778.3747

www.seniorconnectionexpo.us

October 14th

2023 Trails 4 Tatas Fundraiser Summit 4x4 Company - Prescott 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

The 2023 Trails 4 Tatas fundraising event will include an off-road poker run, barbeque lunch, silent auction, live auction, and more. Proceeds will benefit the Baskin Breast Care Center at YRMC, and will help provide essential items and services for breast cancer patients. See website for more information and to register. www.trails4tatas.com

October 14th

Prescott Valley Bull Riding Invitational

7:30 PM

Get ready for a night of edge-of-your-seat excitement as the Bucky's Casino Prescott Valley Bull Riding Invitational presented by Yavapai Bottle Gas and Coors Light makes its debut at the Findlay Toyota Center on October 14th!

Witness top professional bull riders go head-to-head with the fiercest bulls in an exhilarating shodown you won't want to miss. Tickets are available online and at the arena box office. Group discounts are available for groups of 10+.

October 13th

STEAM WorkshopChino Valley Library

3:00 PM-5:00 PM

Kids and teens come explore fun kits and gadgets that help teach STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) in a fun and engaging way!

928.636.9115

www.chinoaz.net/214/Library

Live Music at the Whiskey River

Tavern - Matt Ferris

Whiskey River Tavern

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

Live Music - Fri. 10/13 Matt Ferris

8:00-11:30PM, Sat. 10/14 STEFnROCK from 1:00-5:00 PM and Well Dressed Wolves from 8:00-11:30 PM, Sun.

10/15 All She Wrote 1:00-5:00 PM. See website for the Oct. live music and line dancing schedule. 214 S. Montezuma St. in Prescott.

928.237.5817

www.whiskeyrivertavern.com

Free 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 Fridays and Saturdays. 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

Prescott 6'er Mountain Bike Race

Start/Finish - Pioneer Park - Prescott

7:30 AM-4:00 PM

The Prescott 6'er is back for its 13th year! Bring your friends and teammates for 6 hours of mountain bike riding with a relaxed, fun event atmosphere. Complete the most laps on our unique course in the least time after 6 hours of racing and win. See website for event details and registration.

www.prescott6er.com

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Haunting E ntertainment at Prescott Public Library

Cooler weather, the yellow and orange hues of autumn leaves, and the notes of pumpkin spice in the air signal that it’s the perfect time to grab some popcorn and bundle up for a spooky movie.

In addition to the vast number of DVDs available at the library, your Prescott Public Library card also gives you access to Kanopy, where you can stream movies and TV shows on demand. If autumn has you looking for a good horror classic, Kanopy has movies like Night of the Living Dead, Nosferatu and House on Haunted Hill.

Perhaps campy horror flicks are more your style. You could try The Babadook, Creepshow or Willy’s Wonderland.

Or if you prefer more modern-style horror flicks, The Ring, The Woman in Black and Audition are some great choices, all available on Kanopy.

To see a full list of horror titles you can stream through Kanopy, sign in to your Kanopy account, select “Browse” from the top left of the screen, then choose “Horror” from the genre menu. Movies on Kanopy have no holds and are available to stream 24/7.

If you are looking for even more tingles down your spine this October, our librarians are happy to help you find frightening horror books and movies, creepy urban legends and chilling ghost stories.

You can even come to the library on Sunday, Oct. 15 at 2:00 PM. to hear about the ghostly happenings in our local community at the Haunted Prescott event!

For more information, movie and books recommendations, or help accessing Kanopy, visit or call the Ask a Librarian desk at 928.777.1526.

Save the Date for our Local Author Fair!

On Saturday, Nov. 4 between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, drop into the library to meet and greet over 25 local authors at Prescott Public Library’s Local Author Fair. Throughout the day, authors will have copies of their books available for sale and signing and select authors will have short reading sessions. For more information, call 928.777.1526.

Library Hours:

Sun. 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

Mon., Fri., Sat. 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Tues.-Thurs. 9:00 AM-8:00 PM

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October 14th

Garden Class: Autumn Colors Best Enjoyed at Home

9:30 AM-10:30 AM

Free garden class at Watters Garden Center, located at 1815 Iron Springs Rd. in Prescott. Landscapes in autumn can be stunning, but only with proper planning. This easy care advice will bring the silver and blues out of the evergreens, showcasing brilliant bright foliage and crazy colored flowers. Make this the brightest fall of all!

928.445.4159

www.wattersgardencenter.com/classes

October 14th

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

28th Annual Skull Valley Pie Social

9:00 AM-3:00 PM

28th Annual Skull Valley Pie Social. This event includes pies, ice cream, drinks, vendors, and live music. Takes place at the 1898 Santa Fe Railroad Depot and the Railroad Section House Museum.

928.442.3658

October 14th

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

Hammer Memorial 4D Barrel Race

Olsen's Chino Valley Arena

3rd Annual Hammer Memorial Benefit 4D barrel race. Open arena from 8:00 AM-9:30 AM. Race starts

10:00 AM. Prizes for winners in the Open Barrels divisions. A portion of the proceeds of this race will go to Equine Emergency Evacuation.

928.636.2321

www.olsensgrain.com

October 14th

Living History Adventure: A Spooky Spectacular

Sharlot Hall Museum

10:00 AM-3:00 PM

Move beyond the everyday. The veil between this world and the next is thinnest this time of year, and the spirits are out to play. Embark on a haunting journey, and let our campus cast a spell on you as we explore Victorian superstitions, mourning practices, and more. 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. Living History Adventure activities are included in the price of admission. Children 12 and under get in free.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

The Big Sting Country Music Festival

Watson Lake Park

12:00 PM-10:00 PM

The Big Sting is a country music festival weekend campout benefiting the Shadows Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization based in Flagstaff. The Shadows Foundation serves families in need during lifethreatening conditions. This event combines good people, country music, and a great cause! Takes place Oct. 13-14 at Watson Lake Park in Prescott. See website for the music lineup and tickets.

928.380.6641

www.thebigsting.com

Prescott Computer Society Meeting: My Favorite Android Apps

Online Event

Prescott Computer Society is a group of PC users who meet three times a month on Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. via Zoom. Participants must register to receive Zoom connection information at www.PCS4ME.com. This week's presentation is by Bill James. PCS meetings are available to anyone, including non-members, who wish to join us online.

www.pcs4me.com

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Upcoming Events at the Western Heritage Center

Wednesday, October 18th · 6:00 pm · Doors Open at 5:00 pm · $15

Pauline O’Neill – Her Personal Life’s Journey

Donna Clark, Presenter

Donna is a familiar face at the Elks Theater as an Elks Opera House Docent and Living History presenter. After much research, Donna will share with you her thoughts of Pauline O’ Neill’s personal life’s journey and how believing in the “Women’s Suffrage” cause helped her to persevere through all adversity.

As a teacher, wife, mother, business woman, suffragette, temperance worker, writer and artist, Pauline will be portrayed as a loving, caring woman who continued to honor the legacy of her famous and well known husband, William Owen “Buckey” O’Neill. Donna will also share written moments of Pauline’s life with “Buckey.”

Saturday, November 4th · 5:00pm at the Prescott Resort & Conference Center

• Large Silent Auction

• Western “Heritage Keeper” Scholarship Awards

• Individual “Heritage Keeper” Recognition

• Organization “Heritage Keeper” Recognition

• Live Music

• Plated dinners with exceptional selections

LIMITED SEATING · Reservations can be made in person at the Western Heritage Center - 156 C South Montezuma (historic Whiskey Row) - Wednesday-Saturday 10 am-5 pm, and Sunday 12-4 pm, or by phone at 928-910-2307

Wednesday, November 15th · 6:00 pm · Doors Open at 5:00 pm · $15

Kate Cory - Arizona’s Pioneer Artist

A Portrayal By Brenda Cusick

Experience hearing from Territorial Pioneer Kate T. Cory in full costume as she shares her journey from “Gilded Age” NYC to the bare and minimal Mesas of the Hopi. How did a “spinster” manage that transition? Did the Hopi invite her to join them in their Pueblo? Why did she not join the tribe when they offered her this honor? Presenter Brenda Cusick will reveal details of Cory’s life in Orabi, Walpi and as a teacher to the children of Hopiland.

In the second part of her presentation, older Kate T. Cory will expound on why she moved to Prescott. What made her return to NY and help with the “Great War to End All Wars”. What other kind of art did she create - and what other museums hold them? Cory reflects on her time, art, triumphs and failures as she nears the end of her life and heads to the Pioneer Home in this “real life” portrayal of a Prescott powerhouse who started Prescott as the art town that it is today.

Kate T. Cory was instrumental in helping design the Museum of Indigenous People’s building (aka “Smoki”). Her art was commissioned by the Santa Fe Railroad, the Department of the Interior and 25 of her pieces are in the Smithsonian.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8TH · 5:30 PM

The Western Heritage Center Presents

The Tyller Gummersall Band

Performing for Acker Music Night

Please donate to the Acker Music Scholarship Fund

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

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

October 14th

Live Theatre: "La Posada"

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

2:00 PM

Oct. 6, 7, and 14. An original play, "La Posada" is a journey of riveting history, light-hearted fantasy and startling genius—a magical love story of activist Allan Affeldt and artist Tina Mion as, together, they create something brilliant from the ashes of history. La Posada Hotel and Gardens in Winslow, Arizona, opened in 1929, closed a mere 27 years later, and was neglected until the 1990s, when through countless struggles, hard work, and passion, Allan, Tina and a tiny team of artisans brought the building back to life. 928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

October 15th

Prescott Valley Community Market

Outdoor artisan and maker market from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM 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 participating vendors and special events. 928.273.9767

www.facebook.com/PVCMLLC

Live Music at the Windsock: Blues Jam with the Scott O'Neal Band Blues Jam hosted by the Scott O'Neal Band every Sunday from 2:00-6:00 PM. Live music - Fri. 10/13 Well Dressed Wolves, Sat. 10/14 Toucan Eddy. The Windsock Lounge also has STEFnROCK every Tue. from 5:00-8:00 PM, Travis Crow & Colton Burris on Wed. at 6:00 PM, and the Aragon Ping Band on Thu. 6:00-9:00 PM. Fri./Sat. live music is from 7:00-11:00 PM.

928.776.7309

www.thewindsocklounge.net

October 15th

Live Theatre: "Night of the Living Dead" Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

2:00 PM

There will be 8 performances from Oct. 12-22 in the Studio Theatre, including 2 matinee shows. Run! Hide! Lock the doors! After a NASA probe contaminated with mysterious radiation crashes to Earth, the recently deceased begin to rise again, and boy are they hungry! They may be out to eat the living, but these walking dead are rampant with wit and sarcasm— certainly a breed above your garden-variety undead.

928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

Music in the Highlands Concert Series

– MacDougal Street West Highlands Center for Natural History

2:30 PM-5:00 PM

The MacDougal Street West Experience is a Peter, Paul and Mary tribute band performing the acoustic music and harmonies that changed the world and are still relevant today. Takes place in the Highlands Center outdoor amphitheater. Tickets are available online.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

October 17th

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, course eligibility and to register. Morning: classroom instruction. Afternoon: learn to implement the fundamentals and drills learned during the classroom portion. Cost: $115. Additional classes are available in October, including AR Fundamentals, Introduction to Reloading, Intermediate Pistol, and Basic Shotgun training. Located in Chino Valley.

928.848.9885

www.compasstrainingaz.org

October 17th

Coffee & Current Events

Third Shot Coffee

9:30 AM-10:30 AM

Free monthly Financial Education

Event with Wealth Advisor Joe Allen. Curious how current events may impact your financial future? Join our small group of neighbors discussing current events, the economy and investing, in terms anyone can understand. All are welcome. The coffee is on me. Third Shot Coffee is located at 3106 Gateway Blvd. at the Prescott Gateway Mall.

928.776.8870

October 17th

Yavapai Symphony Association

Presents: Dymtro Choni in Concert

Jim & Linda Lee

Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Internationally acclaimed 2022 Cliburn Bronze Medal Winner, Ukraine’s eminent pianist, Choni has mastered the art of phrasing, nuance and dynamics. His transparency and stupendous virtuosity are outstanding. Choni’s playing emanates the aura of the highest artistic goal and finest sensitivity. Tickets start at $36 and are ONLY available by calling the YSA office at 928.776.4255

www.yavapaisymphony.org

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October 17th

Explore Prescott's History

Sharlot Hall Museum

The Sharlot Hall Museum is located in downtown Prescott at 415 W. Gurley Street. The history museum has exhibits, galleries, gardens and historic buildings. Open Tue. to Sat. 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and 12:00 to 4:00 PM on Sundays.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

Social Dance to Live Music!

Social Dance Club - Prescott

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

Movie Nights & Live Music at the Raven Cafe

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Movies and live music this week - Tue. 10/17 Movie Night, Thu. 10/19 3rd Thursday Jazz with the Organauts & Friends, Sun. 10/22 Michael Jaramillo. See website for the Oct. schedule.

928.717.0009

www.ravencafe.com

October 18th

Birding BuddiesPrescott Audubon Society

Watson Woods / Peavine

8:00 AM

On the third Wednesday of each month (as weather permits) we get together in the morning for a bit of fellowship with folks who share an interest in birds and the world we share. We visit some, we bird some, and the day begins just the way we like. Join us! All sites are accessible for mobility-challenged birders and open to everyone.

281.682.6068

www.prescottaudubon.org

October 18th

Visit the Zoo!

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

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

Protect The Verde!

Highlands Center for Natural History

12:30 PM-2:00 PM

Gary Beverly from the Yavapai Group of the Sierra Club, will describe the extensive efforts by many organizations to protect the upper Verde, including Wild and Scenic River designation, plus work to preserve the base flow. The presentation uses video and photos to reveal a rich wildlife resource, with 19 species listed by the Endangered Species Act and 16 additional species on the watch list. Also he will describe how individual citizens can help preserve this unique and wonderful river.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

Western Heritage Center - "Pauline O'Neill: Her Personal Life's Journey"

Western Heritage Center

6:00 PM-7:30 PM

Donna Clark will share Pauline O' Neill's life's journey and how believing in the "Women's Suffrage" cause helped her to persevere through all adversity. As a teacher, wife, mother, business woman, suffragette, temperance worker, writer and artist, Pauline will be portrayed as a loving, caring woman who continued to honor the legacy of her famous husband, William Owen "Buckey" O'Neill.

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

October 18th

Line Dance Lessons at the Whiskey River Tavern

Live Music - Tue. 10/17 TBD 6:309:30 PM, Wed. 10/18 Line Dance Lessons on the patio 6:30-9:30 PM and Sky Daddy 6:30-9:30 PM on the Bunkhouse stage, Thu. 10/19

Darin and Deering 6:30-9:30 PM. See website for the Oct. live music and line dancing schedule. 214 S. Montezuma St. in Prescott.

928.237.5817

www.whiskeyrivertavern.com

Arizona Archaeology Society Monthly Meeting

Museum of Indigenous People

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. Entrance in the back. Interesting speakers and monthly hikes. Free and open to the public. www.azarchsoc.org/Yavapai

October 19th

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 current hours and event updates. Free admission!

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

Oil and Acrylic Painting with Neil Orlowski

Tis Annex Art Education Building

10:00 AM-1:00 PM

Classes take place at the Annex Building, located at 235 N. Marina St. in Prescott. Ongoing weekly - join any time. In addition to the Oil and Acrylic Painting classes, there are Acrylic Painting classes with Mercie Marshall on Saturdays from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. See website for more information on art classes for adults and children. 928.775.0223

www.tisartgallery.com/art-classes

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And the Winners Are …

submitted by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Arizona

While the true winners of the season 7 Dancing for the Stars Boys & Girls Clubs’ signature fundraising event were the children and teens served by local clubhouses, awards went to dancers Stan Goligoski and Kelly Roberson for Best Production and Sheri Shaw and Dre Caldwell for Best Performance. Danell Riggs and Ronnie DeBenedetta were awarded the mirror ball for raising the highest amount in overall donations during the Aug. 25 and Aug. 26 event.

The fundraiser consisted of a dazzling dance competition that paired local celebrities and professional dancers, all while raising financial support through sponsorships, votes and tickets. All proceeds benefit local programs.

Season 7 was presented by El Gato Azul, Barrett Floors, Lamb Chevrolet, Granville

Universal Homes, NFM Lending and Yavapai College and was held at the Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center.

Once again, performances wowed and entertained the audience at the theater and everywhere through the event livestream. Teams truly captured the cheerful audience’s attention with productions filled with creativity, surprise and dazzle.

The success of Dancing for the Stars is only possible thanks to the faithful support of the community as a whole. Heartfelt gratitude goes to each sponsor, attendee, voter, volunteer and supporter. A special shout-out to host Leza Lachapelle Dandos, judges Jess Savoini, Summer Hinton and Zach Leonard, and the amazing cast for their commitment and remarkable effort in rehearsing, performing, and fundraising:

• Bree Hinkel and Leo Gallegos

• Capt. Nick Fournier and Jess Costa (choreography by Kelsey Claire)

• Chief Tyran Payne and Alexes Niekamp

• Danell Riggs and Ronnie DeBenedetta

• Daneth Hollahan and Leo Gallegos

• Ken Lain and Carie Hughes

• Sheri Shaw and Dre Caldwell

• Stan Goligoski and Kelly Gallegos

• Skye Direen and Ron Howard

To learn more about the impact and programs of Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Arizona, visit www.bgccaz.org and follow facebook.com/BGCCAZ and instagram.com/BGCCAZ. Additionally, you can visit www.dancingforthestars.net to stay tuned about the latest regarding Dancing for the Stars.

October 19th

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

October 19th

Live Theatre: "Night of the Living Dead" Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

7:30 PM

There will be 8 performances from Oct. 12-22 in the Studio Theatre, including two Sunday matinee shows. Based on the cult classic film by George A. Romero, this zombie-thon is a delightfully skewed send-up of one of the most beloved science fiction genres of all time.

928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

October 19th

Live Music at the Back Alley Wine Bar: STEFnROCK

Singer-songwriter open mic every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM, hosted by Andrew Deering. Live music - Thu. 10/19 STEFnROCK 5:00-8:00 PM, Fri. 10/20 CheekTones Trio 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat. 10/21 Jacque Duhame 6:30-9:30 PM, Sun. 10/22 Sunday Funday with Back Alley Cats 3:00-6:00 PM. See website for the Oct. music lineup. Located at 156 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. 480.570.5131

www.backalleywine.com

Live Music at Founding Fathers

Collective - Mary Naman

Live music - Thu. 10/19 Mary Naman, Fri. 10/20 GrooveTrain, Sat. 10/21

Dave Manning. Evening music performances are from 6:00-9:00 PM. 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! Located at 218 N. Granite St. in Prescott.

928.541.1556

www.foundingfatherscollective.com

Live Theatre:

"Out of Sight, Out of Murder"

Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

7:30 PM

October 20th

There will be 8 performances from Oct. 19-29 in the PCA Cabaret theatre. Peter Knight is grinding out a murder story in an old mansion where another author was murdered years before. A weird electrical storm effects a cosmic snafu and his characters come to life. All is solved ingeniously with romance, suspense and cosmic wit.

928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

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Serving the tri-city area since 1986. POSC allows patients to have elective surgery, spend minimal time recovering at the facility and then continue to recover in the comfort of their own homes – all in the same day.

Dr. Walter Damper (928) 445-4818

Dr. Craig Leicht (928) 445-2700

PLASTIC SURGERY

Dr. Burt Faibosoff (928) 777-5817

ORTHOPAEDIC SPECIALISTS

Dr. Richard Bassett (928) 777-9950

Dr. Kyle Chun (928) 777-9950

Dr. Bertrand Kaper (928) 778-9250

Dr. Paul C. Pflueger (928) 777-9950

Dr. Judah Pifer (928) 778-9250

Dr. W. Lee Richardson (928) 777-9950

Dr. Bradley Williams (928) 778-9250

PODIATRY

Dr. Brad Hayman (928) 776-9428

Dr. Saba Hajimollaali Kani (928) 776-9428

Dr. Evan Simonson (928) 777-9950

UROLOGISTS

Dr. Paul Nguyen (928) 771-5282

EVENTS CALENDAR

October 20th

Mountain Artists Guild Open Studio: Portraiture

9:00 AM-12:00 PM

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

Third Friday Chamber Music at the Library

3:00 PM-4:00 PM

Enjoy music by local chamber players and special guests at the Third Friday Chamber Music Series. Free admission. Limited seating - arrive early for these popular music events. 928.777.1500

www.prescottlibrary.info

Friday Night Barn Dance Mortimer Farms

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

Enjoy a live band, dancing, campfires, lawn games and the beautiful farm scenery! Cash bar available. 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 at Cooper's Pub

7:00 PM-10:00 PM

Located at 4499 AZ-69 in Prescott at the La Quinta Inn & Suites. Karaoke every Friday night. Check the Matt & Allies Karaoke Facebook page for more karaoke events in Prescott and Prescott Valley. 928.227.8772

www.facebook.com/ CoopersPubAZ

The Rocky Horror Show

7:00 PM

Live on stage - the full interactive experience of The Rocky Horror Show! There will be five performances from Oct. 20-28 at the Main Street Theatre in Prescott Valley. Show details and tickets are available online. 928.436.8340

www.pvperformingarts.weebly.com

October 20th

Legends of GuitarAnthony Mazzella

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Legends Of Guitar is a tribute show to famous guitar players and their music. The show features worldrenowned guitar virtuoso Anthony Mazzella, who plays it all live. Legendary guitarists whose music is featured in the show include Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana, and many more.

928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Live Music at the Creekside Lodge: Sky Daddy and Lonesome Valley

Creekside Lodge & Cabins - Mayer

7:00 PM-10:00 PM

Located at 11255 SR 69 in Mayer. Live music this month: Sky Daddy and Lonesome Valley, Charliebill Cain, Trailer Park Millionaires, Max Tovskyi, Danny Romero, Rick, Palmer, and Dynamite Draw. Visit the calendar page on the website for the October live music schedule.

928.632.0777

www.creeksidelodgeandcabinsaz.com

Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives

Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

A Grammy-winning singer/ songwriter and country music legend, Marty Stuart and his Hall of Fameensemble summon Nashville’s storied past and vibrant future in a raucous, moving and inspiring night of song. Tickets available online, at the PAC ticket office or by phone.

928.776.2000

www.ycpac.com

Free 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 Fridays and Saturdays. 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

October 21st

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

Guided Geology Walk

Highlands Center for Natural History

8:00 AM-10:00 AM

Take a walk on wooded trails with an Arizona Master Naturalist to learn about the geology and natural history of the Central Highlands ecoregion we call home.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

Behind the Scenes

Photography Tour at the Zoo

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

9:00 AM-10:30 AM

The Photography Tour starts an hour before the park opens. Get some amazing behind-the-scenes photos of the Sanctuary! Tour the zoo for a special look at some of your favorite animals, guided by one of the zoo keepers. They will provide special access to give you those once-in-alifetime photos. Visit the zoo website for event details and to register. Open to adults only, ages 18 and over. Register early as this is a popular program.

928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

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Extended: The Early Booking Sale!

Extended: The Early Booking Sale!

You can’t get too much of a good thing! Princess’s Early Booking Sale has been extended to pump up your vacation plans with incredible savings. Give yourself an epic adventure to look forward to in 2024 or 2025, whether it’s savoring the Mediterranean’s cuisine, exploring Northern Europe’s castles, marveling at Alaska’s natural wonders or falling in love with other destinations. Plan now with up to 50% off cruise fares† and 50% off deposits†† plus 3rd and 4th guests sail free¹ (excluding deposit, taxes, fees & port expenses) on select voyages – but only if you book early!

You can’t get too much of a good thing! Princess’s Early Booking Sale has been extended to pump up your vacation plans with incredible savings. Give yourself an epic adventure to look forward to in 2024 or 2025, whether it’s savoring the Mediterranean’s cuisine, exploring Northern Europe’s castles, marveling at Alaska’s natural wonders or falling in love with other destinations. Plan now with up to 50% off cruise fares† and 50% off deposits†† plus 3rd and 4th guests sail free¹ (excluding deposit,

& port expenses) on select voyages – but only if you book early!

Offer valid from September 6, 2023 to October 31, 2023

(“PCL”) is not responsible or liable for any printing errors. Offers may be changed or revoked at any time. A deposit is required for all stateroom guests and amount of deposit varies according to the cruise length, stateroom type, and number of stateroom guests. Please refer to princess.com for terms, conditions, and details that apply to all bookings.

More destinations available!

For details, contact your travel advisor.

13RD AND 4TH GUESTS SAIL FREE OFFER EXCLUDES TAXES, FEES, AND PORT EXPENSES (“TFPE”) AND DEPOSIT. First or Second guest in stateroom will be responsible for all TFPE associated with free guest (which range from $40 to $2,040 USD), as well as any other charges or expenses for such guest, and shall be responsible for their own prevailing cruise rates. Offer applies only to the third or fourth guests booked in the same stateroom as the first and second guests. Approximate value of free guest varies from $149 to $5,089 USD. There is no guarantee of availability at time of booking. Offer is available on select voyages and must be booked by September 30, 2023.

in an Offer’s terms, Offers only available to legal residents of North America. Offers only available for new bookings, on select cruises, on a limited availability, are capacity controlled (regardless of stateroom availability), and may not be combined with other offers or promotions (aside from those listed herein). Other exclusions may apply; void where prohibited. Changes or refunds may not be permitted. Offers and their parts (if any) are not transferable, not substitutable, and not redeemable for cash. Princess Cruise Lines, Ltd. (“PCL”) is not responsible or liable for any printing errors. Offers may be changed or revoked at any time. A deposit is required for all stateroom guests and amount of deposit varies according to the cruise length, stateroom type, and number of stateroom guests. Please refer to princess.com for terms, conditions, and details that apply to all bookings.

13RD AND 4TH GUESTS SAIL FREE OFFER EXCLUDES TAXES, FEES, AND PORT EXPENSES (“TFPE”) AND DEPOSIT. First or Second guest in stateroom will be responsible for all TFPE associated with free guest (which range from $40 to $2,040 USD), as well as any other charges or expenses for such guest, and shall be responsible for their own prevailing cruise rates. Offer applies only to the third or fourth guests booked in the same stateroom as the first and second guests. Approximate value of free guest varies from $149 to $5,089 USD. There is no guarantee of availability at time of booking. Offer is available on select voyages and must be booked by September 30, 2023.

†Up to 50% off cruise fares is based on a discount on applicable Launch Fares on a space-available basis at time of booking on select categories and sailings.

††50% off deposit applies to full, standard deposits only and shall not further reduce already reduced or discounted deposits. Discount already reflected on listed/advertised deposits. Offer is valid on new bookings made September 6, 2023, through October 31, 2023. Cruises in which final payment is required are not eligible for this offer. Offer is not valid on World Cruises and voyages over 45 days. Offer is not transferable, not redeemable for cash, and may not be combined with other offers. Offer and its terms are subject to change.

Offer expires October 31, 2023. Any advertised offer may be changed or revoked at any time. Reference promo code: N7S/N7P/NRS

Note: You may book a wheelchair-accessible stateroom online. For assistance reserving them or other reasonable accommodations, please call 1-800-774-6237. ©2023, Princess Cruise Lines, Ltd. Princess® Ocean®, MedallionClass® and the Princess logo are trademarks of Princess Cruise Lines, Ltd. or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Ships of Bermudan and British registry.

EVENTS CALENDAR

October 21st

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: Succulents, Cacti and the Low Maintenance Garden Watters Garden Center

9:30 AM-10:30 AM

Free garden class at Watters Garden Center, located at 1815 Iron Springs Rd. in Prescott. Succulents, cacti and low-maintenance gardens are all the rage right now, and a great choice for busy gardeners! These are the toughest, drought-tolerant plant thats will grow like gangbusters in a tight space with very little care. Students will learn how to use the local favorites that brings warm color and texture to your home.

928.445.4159

www.wattersgardencenter.com/ classes

October 21st

A Jazz Journey at The ElksGhoulish Tricks and Jazz Treats

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Join us for the next concert in our 2023 series of jazz music exploration as we explore some ghoulish tricks and jazz treats!

Enjoy a great evening of jazz music in the beautiful Elks Crystal Hall on the 3rd floor of the Performing Arts Center.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

October 21st

11th Annual Evening of Destiny - Lisa Mitts Band

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Lisa Mitts Music and Destiny Restoration Center present this benefit concert connecting survivors of human trafficking with qualified healing restoration programs. Speakers Briell Decker, Luke and Konstance

Merideth, Missy Sikora, and Quang Nguyen provide prevention education to local families and communities. Proceeds will benefit DRC, Yavapai Family Advocacy Center and Short Creek Dream Center.

928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

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October 21st

AMA EnduroCross Findlay Toyota Center

7:00 PM-9:30 PM

The most exciting and intense form of motorcycle racing in the world! Findlay Toyota Center is thrilled to announce the return of the AMA EnduroCross series. This is round 2 of the six-round series. Doors open at 5:30 PM, event begins 7:00 PM. Tickets start $38.75 with group discounts available.

928.772.1819

www.findlaytoyotacenter.com

October 21st

Fireworks Show & 31st Anniversary Celebration

Bucky's & Yavapai Casinos

8:00 PM

Indulge in the “Let’s Celebrate Buffett” for $31 at The Grey Room on Bucky’s Casino’s third floor Oct. 21 from 4:00-10:00 PM. Don’t miss the spectacular fireworks at 8:00 PM on Sat., Oct. 21 at Bucky’s Casino followed by a Grand Prize Drawing for $3,100 announced at 9:00 PM at both casinos. Let’s Celebrate Preskitt!

928.776.5696

www.buckyscasino.com

October 21st

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: Windows Tips and Tricks

Prescott Computer Society is a group of PC users who meet three times a month on Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. via Zoom. Participants must register to receive Zoom connection information at www. PCS4ME.com. This week's presentation is by Phil Ball. PCS meetings are available to anyone, including non-members, who wish to join us online.

www.pcs4me.com

October 22nd

Prescott Valley Community Market

8:00 AM-1:00 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 participating vendors and special events.

928.273.9767

www.facebook.com/PVCMLLC

Live Music at the Windsock: Blues

Jam with the Scott O'Neal Band

2:00 PM-6:00 PM

Blues Jam hosted by the Scott O'Neal Band every Sunday from 2:00-6:00 PM. Live music - Fri. 10/20 Tyller Gummersall, Sat. 10/21 Wheelhouse. The Windsock Lounge also has STEFnROCK every Tue. from 5:00-8:00 PM, Travis Crow & Colton Burris on Wed. at 6:00 PM, and the Aragon Ping Band on Thu. 6:00-9:00 PM. Fri./Sat. live music is from 7:0011:00 PM.

928.776.7309

www.thewindsocklounge.net

Live Theatre:

"Night of the Living Dead"

Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

2:00 PM

Final performance! Based on the cult classic film by George A. Romero, this zombie-thon is a delightfully skewed send-up of one of the most beloved science fiction genres of all time. Presented in the Studio Theatre. 928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

Live Theatre:

"Out of Sight, Out of Murder"

Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

2:00 PM

Sunday matinee performance in the PCA Cabaret theatre. Peter Knight is grinding out a murder story in an old mansion where another author was murdered years before. A weird electrical storm effects a cosmic snafu and his characters come to life. All is solved ingeniously with romance, suspense and cosmic wit. 928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

Photo courtesy of Town of Prescott Valley

Experience the best of Prescott with our interactive Puzzle Rides! Engineered to offer a one-of-a-kind experience, our rides present an opportunity to explore downtown while being involved in thrilling adventures!

From chasing 1880s bank robbers in Wild West Heist to walking the plank in Pirates Treasure Adventure, our rides cater to all enthusiasts of FUN! Help our resident time traveler in Time Trap Escape, stop a mad scientist in HIjacked by Science or even hunt for real ghosts in Ghost Riders!

EVENTS CALENDAR

October 22nd

In Concert: Rachel Baiman

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

3:00 PM

Rachel Baiman, a charismatic singer, songwriter, banjo, guitar and fiddle player based in Nashville, will present a concert at the Elks Crystal Hall. Tickets $25-$35, available online. Presented by The Folk Sessions

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

October 23rd

Prescott Art Docents - Art Talk with Annie Alexander

Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Annie Alexander will present an art talk: "You Can't Make a Mistake." Takes place in the Artist Lounge at Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts. Check the Prescott Public Library calendar for upcoming "Art Days for Kids" events, presented by the Prescott Art Docents.

928.445.6506

www.prescottartdocents.net

Becoming Wild: Animating the Audacity of the Human Heart Highlands Center for Natural History

5:30 PM-7:00 PM

Three-part series. Will Duncan explores the relationship between wildness and civility and the idea of re-wilding our lives. Through stories, reflections on various authors, poets, philosophers, religious writers and mythology we will explore what it means to rekindle one’s life into a deeper and more vibrant intimacy with the world.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

October 24th

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 4:00 PM, and 12:00 to 4:00 PM on Sundays.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

October 24th

Social Dance to Live Music!

Social Dance Club - Prescott

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

Movie Nights & Live Music at the Raven Cafe

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Movies and live music this weekTue. 10/24 Movie Night, Wed. 10/25

The TBD Show, Sun. 10/29 Zach Dominguez and Cozzy Bohrman. See website for the Oct. schedule.

928.717.0009

www.ravencafe.com

October 25th

Veterans Employment Symposium and Job Fair

Yavapai College - Prescott Campus

8:30 AM-3:30 PM

Free event for veterans, military spouses and transitioning service members. Takes place at Yavapai College Building 19 in Prescott. Includes workshops for both employers and job seekers, help with preparing resumes and getting ready for interviews, and an afternoon job fair from 1:003:30 PM. Presented by the Regional Economic Development Center at Yavapai College. Job seekers are encouraged to register online.

928.776.2008

www.ycredc.com/events

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

October 26th

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 current 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: "Assemblage and Collage 2023"

Tis Art Center & Gallery

12:00 PM-5:00 PM

New exhibit "Assemblage and Collage 2023" opens on Oct. 26 and will continue through Nov. 21. The gallery will be open during Prescott's 4th Friday Art Walk on Oct. 27. See the 'Tis Art Center & Gallery website for information on the other exhibits currently on display.

928.775.0223

www.tisartgallery.com

Live Music at Founding Fathers Collective - Dirty Laundry

Live music - Thu. 10/26 Dirty Laundry, Fri. 10/27 MJ Jazz Quartet, Sat. 10/28 Wheelhouse. Evening music performances are from 6:00-9:00 PM. 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! Located at 218 N. Granite St. in Prescott.

928.541.1556

www.foundingfatherscollective.com

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CHARITY PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT

Registration ends on October 12th!

WHEN: Saturday & Sunday October 21-22, 2023 8 AM Start Time

SCHEDULE:

LOCATION: Espire Sports 3400 Gateway Blvd. Prescott, Arizona

Saturday 10/21 W/M Doubles

Sunday 10/22 Mixed Doubles

COST:

Registration - $50 Each Event - $10

MORE INFO:

This is an UNSANCTIONED skill/age tournament that will use a Round Robin format

IF YOU CAN'T PLAY, COME BY AND WATCH THE EXCITEMENT WHILE SUPPORTING YAVAPAI HUMANE SOCIETY. FREE ENTRY!

October 26th

Live Music at the Back Alley Wine Bar: STEFnROCK

Singer-songwriter open mic every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM, hosted by Andrew Deering. Live music - Thu. 10/26 STEFnROCK

5:00-8:00 PM, Fri. 10/27 Aragon Smith Band 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat. 10/28 Chuck Hall & Sean Markey

6:30-9:30 PM, Sun. 10/29

Sunday Funday with Back Alley Cats 3:00-6:00 PM. See website for the Oct. music lineup. Located at 156 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. 480.570.5131

www.backalleywine.com

October 26th

Live Theatre: "Out of Sight, Out of Murder"

Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

7:30 PM

There will be 8 performances from Oct. 19-29 in the PCA Cabaret theatre. Peter Knight is grinding out a murder story in an old mansion where another author was murdered years before. A weird electrical storm effects a cosmic snafu and his characters come to life. All is solved ingeniously with romance, suspense and cosmic wit.

928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

October 27th

Halloween Happening

Highlands Center for Natural History

5:00 PM-7:00 PM

In this annual nature-themed Halloween celebration families are invited to explore the natural wonder of the Highlands Center at night in a safe and exciting environment. Register online.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

October 27th

Pop Up Program: Behind the Mask Sharlot Hall Museum

10:00 AM-1:00 PM

Feathers, ribbon and all things masquerade! Stop by the museum to discover the history behind these parties in the Arizona Territory while concocting your own disguise. Pop-up programs are monthly miniprograms, held in one of the exhibits. Engage with Arizona history in an interactive, hands-on way through crafts, games, and activities! Pop-up programs are included with admission and open to all ages, no reservations required.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

October 27th

Lonesome Valley Quilt Guild Holiday Boutique

Elks Lodge - Prescott Valley

10:00 AM-7:00 PM

Two-day event Oct. 27-28. Featuring:Quilts (all sizes) table runners, potholders, placemats, totes, microwave bowls, pin cushions, thread catchers, baby bibs, adult bibs, towels, pillowcases, tree skirts and holiday decorations. Lots of holiday items! Free admission. The Elks Lodge is located at 6245 E. 2nd Ave. in Prescott Valley. www.lonesomevalleyquilters.com

October 27th

Family Fall Craft Fair

The Center - Prescott

9:00 AM-3:00 PM

The Family Fall Craft Fair takes place on Oct. 27-28 at The Center, located at 1280 E. Rosser St. in Prescott. There will also be a Holiday Craft Fair on Dec. 15-16.

4th Friday Art Walk

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 Downtown 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

Carnage in the Conservatory - Murder Mystery Dinner

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

The Preskitt Mystery Company returns to the Elks Performing Arts Center

Crystal Hall for another interactive murder mystery dinner! Meet colorful characters, gather clues, and help solve a murder-mystery while attending a pre-show cast party for the new production "Klue!" Two performances on Oct. 27-28.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Live Music at the Whiskey River Tavern

- Groove Dogs

Live Music - Fri. 10/27 Groove Dawgs

8:00-11:30 PM, Sat. 10/28 Tone Kings from 1:00-5:00 PM and Hit Squad 17 from 8:00-11:30 PM for the Halloween Costume Party, Sun. 10/29 Dirty Halos 1:00-5:00 PM, Tue. 10/31 Llory McDonald and Combo Deluxe 6:309:30 PM. See website for the Oct. live music and line dancing schedule. 214 S. Montezuma St. in Prescott. 928.237.5817

www.whiskeyrivertavern.com

October 28th

Costumes for Kids 5K Fun Run & Halloween Festival

Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

9:00 AM-12:00 PM

A Halloween Festival and 5K Fun Run that benefits over 300 foster youth in Yavapai County. Whether you're into running or a family of eager trick-or-treaters, this event has something for everyone! Includes music, games, prizes, raffles, costume contest and much more. Entry fee is $30 for runners, $160 for teams of 8, and free for youth 16 and under as well as for foster/kinship families. 602.759.0011

www.yavapaicasaforkids.org/annual-5k

October 27th

Free 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 Fridays and Saturdays. 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

October 28th

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

October 28th

CrossRoads of the West Gun Show

Findlay Toyota Center

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Takes place over two days: Oct. 28 & 29. The show offers buy, sell, and trade with a large selection of pistols, rifles and knives. New and used guns and rifles, ammo, and more. See website for event details.

928.772.1819

www.crossroadsgunshows.com

Garden Class:

Showy Shrubs of Autumn

Watters Garden Center

9:30 AM-10:30 AM

Free garden class at Watters Garden Center, located at 1815 Iron Springs Rd. in Prescott. Shrubs are the backbone of a good design. They provide essential structure, beauty, fragrance and color with a great variety of shapes. Rock landscapes without shrubs tend to look strange, immature and lacking. Learn how to use shrubs to create simple but effective planting combinations for a design impact that will WOW all four seasons of the year.

928.445.4159

www.wattersgardencenter.com/ classes

Dia de los Muertos Ofrendas

Museum of Indigenous People

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

The departed are honored in the museum with altars constructed by the community.

928.445.1230

www.museumofindigenouspeople.org

October 28th & 29th

Fall ZOOFest Celebration

Come celebrate fall at the Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary’s ZOOFest! Takes place on Sat. Oct. 28 & Sun. Oct. 29. Includes a bounce house, maze, concessions, animal feedings, and the new BooZone. Activities take place from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Included with paid admission.

928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

October 28th

Lonesome Valley Quilt Guild Holiday Boutique

Elks Lodge - Prescott Valley

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

Two-day event Oct. 27-28. Featuring: Quilts (all sizes) table runners, potholders, placemats, totes, microwave bowls, pin cushions, thread catchers, baby bibs, adult bibs, towels, pillowcases, tree skirts, & holiday decorations. Lots of holiday items! Free admission. The Elks Lodge is located at 6245 E. 2nd Ave. in Prescott Valley.

www.lonesomevalleyquilters.com

October 29th

Prescott Valley Community Market

8:00 AM-1:00 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 participating vendors and special events.

928.273.9767

www.facebook.com/PVCMLLC

CrossRoads of the West Gun Show Findlay Toyota Center

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Takes place over two days: Oct. 28 & 29. The show offers buy, sell, and trade with a large selection of pistols, rifles, and knives. New and used guns and rifles, ammo, and more. See website for event details.

928.772.1819

www.crossroadsgunshows.com

Live Music at the Windsock: Blues Jam with the Scott O'Neal Band Blues Jam hosted by the Scott O'Neal Band every Sunday from 2:00-6:00 PM. Live music - Fri. 10/27 Sky Daddy and the Pop Rocks, Sat. 10/28 TBD (see website). The Windsock Lounge also has STEFnROCK every Tue. from 5:00-8:00 PM, Travis Crow & Colton Burris on Wed. at 6:00 PM, and the Aragon Ping Band on Thu. 6:00-9:00 PM. Fri./Sat. live music is from 7:0011:00 PM.

928.776.7309

www.thewindsocklounge.net

October 29th

Live Theatre:

"Out of Sight, Out of Murder"

Suze's Prescott Center for the Arts

2:00 PM

Presented in the PCA Cabaret theatre. Final performance. Peter Knight is grinding out a murder story in an old mansion where another author was murdered years before. A weird electrical storm effects a cosmic snafu and his characters come to life. All is solved ingeniously with romance, suspense and cosmic wit.

928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

October 31st

Explore Prescott's History Sharlot Hall Museum

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

The Sharlot Hall Museum is located in downtown Prescott at 415 W. Gurley Street. The history museum has exhibits, galleries, gardens, and historic buildings. Open Tue. to Sat.

10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and 12:00 to 4:00 PM on Sundays.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

Trick or Treat for Little Ones

Prescott Public Library

10:00 AM-11:00 AM

Stories and songs followed by trick-or-treating inside the library. Costumes are encouraged! For children ages 0-5. Presented with funding from the Friends of the Prescott Public Library.

928.777.1500

www.prescottlibrary.info

Safe Trick or Treat Event at Findlay

Toyota Center

Free admission! The Safe Trick or Treat event will take place at Findlay Toyota Center from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. There will be many local businesses participating in this fun event!

www.findlaytoyotacenter.com

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October 31st

BOO at the ZOO

5:00 PM-8:30 PM

A Heritage Park Zoo tradition! Fun family event held every Oct. 31. Gates will open for Boo at 5:00 PM for families with children 6 and under. 6:00 PM for all ages. Last admission at 8:30 PM. Come in costume and trick-or-treat at different stations around the Sanctuary with your favorite animals. Bring a flashlight and see all the nocturnal residents, and don't forget to visit the new Boo Zone! Admission: $10.

928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

Movie Nights & Live Music at the Raven Cafe

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Movies and live music this week - Tue. 10/31 Movie Night, Sun. 11/5 Lee Zimmer. See website for the Oct./Nov. schedule. 928.717.0009

www.ravencafe.com

November 2nd

"Singin' in the Rain" presented by YC Performing Arts

Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center

Eight performances from Nov. 2 to Nov. 12 at 7 PM. Say “Good Morning” to the captivating showbiz tale. YC Performing Arts sings and dances up a storm as starry-eyed actors discover their voices, and romance, at the dawn of talking pictures. Tickets available online, at the PAC ticket office, or by phone. $10 youth tickets available.

928.776.2000

www.ycpac.com

Natural History Institute: Wildcats of Arizona

7:00 PM-8:00 PM

Free presentation by Arizona Game and Fish Department's Jeff Meyers. Register online. Learn about Arizona's four species of wildcats.

928.863.3232

www.naturalhistoryinstitute.org

November 2nd

Explore Prescott's Western Heritage

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 current hours and event updates. Free admission!

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

The Center - November 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 November.

928.778.3000

www.thecenteronrosser.org

November 4th

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

November 4th

Prescott Computer Society Meeting: Touring the Web

Prescott Computer Society is a group of PC users who meet three times a month on Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. via Zoom. Participants must register to receive Zoom connection information at www.PCS4ME.com. This week's presentation is by JB Burke - Touring the Web. Learn about interesting things found on the internet. PCS meetings are available to anyone, including non-members, who wish to join us online.

www.pcs4me.com

Swing Dance ConcertNorthern Arizona Big Band

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

Doors open at 6:00 PM. Dance lesson from 6:15 to 6:45 PM, courtesy Copper City Swing. Concert and dance will begin at 7:00 PM. The Northern Arizona Big Band is a 17-piece band with a vocalist performing swing music from the past and present. They will be providing wonderful music for dancing or listening. Takes place in the Performing Arts Center Crystal Hall. 928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Robert Aragon and All-Star BandSalute to Waylon Jennings

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Share an evening of music from Robert Aragon and an All-Star Band as they salute country music legend Waylon Jennings. His life and songs are followed from humble beginnings to his Hall of Fame induction by narrator Gail Steiger. 928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

November 4th

10th Annual Western Heritage Awards Banquet and Concert

Prescott Resort and Conference Center

5:00 PM-9:00 PM

Prescott Western Heritage Foundation annual banquet will recognize outstanding western heritage keepers and will award scholarships to area youth. The event will include dinner, drinks music, and auctions. Takes place at the Prescott Resort and Conference Center. See website for ticket info. This is the signature annual fundraiser for the Foundation.

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org/annual-banquet.html

Back Alley Wine Bar

October Events

October 1

Sunday Funday with Aragon Ping Smith Band

3:00 PM-6:00 PM

October 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31

Open Mic with Andrew Deering

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

October 19, 5, 12, 19 and 26

STEFnROCK

5:00 PM-8:00 PM

October 6

Band O' Buzzards

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 7

Whiskey Pistols

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 8 Sunday Funday with Aragon Ping Smith Band

3:00 PM-6:00 PM

October 10

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

October 13

Sadie Norkin with Special Guest 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 14

IsometricK 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 15

Sunday Funday with Aragon Ping Smith Band 3:00 PM-6:00 PM

October 17

Open Mic with Andrew Deering

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

October 20

Cheektones Trio 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 21

Jacque Duhame

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 22

Sunday Funday with Aragon Ping Smith Band

3:00 PM-6:00 PM

October 24

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

October 27

Aragon Smith Band 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 28

Chuck Hall & Sean Markey

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

October 29

Sunday Funday with Aragon Ping Smith Band

3:00 PM-6:00 PM

October 31

Open Mic with Andrew Deering

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

Band Schedule Subject to Change

We offer same-day or next-day appointments to ensure that your urgent issues are addressed in a timely manner. Our clinical staff is also available to perform blood draws in our office for routine and

Understanding the numbers Remains Key to Local Housing

Market data continues to reflect the uniqueness of our local economy according to the housing report released in September by the Prescott Area Association of REALTORS® (PAAR).

Total sales across the region monitored by PAAR rose 5.5% in August 2023, reflecting 345 homes sold overall, compared to only 327 homes sold in August 2022. These gains are largely reflective of the exceptional month seen in Prescott Valley, which recorded 97 total sales in August, a 24.4% increase.

Another highlight in the data for the Quad Cities is the increase in most areas of median sales prices; Prescott showed the greatest gain, ending the month of August with a median sold price of $605,500, a 10.6% increase from the previous month.

Chino Valley finished the month with a

median sold price of $399,900 (up 9.3%) and Prescott Valley closed the month of August with a median sold price of $450,000 (up 3.9%). Dewey-Humboldt showed no change year over year, closing August 2023 with a median sold price of $450,000.

However, months of inventory remain a concern in the Quad Cities as it does across the nation, and understanding the difference between the month-over-month numbers and the year-to-date data is key to understanding how to maximize opportunities for all property owners.

“Locally we only have about three and half months of inventory available, which could continue to influence rising home prices and discourage people from pursuing their dream of a new home,” said M. Faye Humphrey, 2023 PAAR President. “However, we want folks to have

confidence in the local market and seek out a REALTOR® they can trust to fully explain the numbers and guide them through their options.”

Months of inventory dropped 5.6% in August, with only 3.6 months of inventory remaining across the Quad Cities region at the end of August. At this time last year, the median days on market in the region was only 13 days.

While that number has risen from January through August of this year to 28 days, individual areas vary significantly in the speed at which homes in their niche markets remain available.

The detailed reports are available here: https://dashboards.domusanalytics. com/v/PrescottInfographic and https:// dashboards.domusanalytics.com/v/ PrescottInfographicArea.

UPCOMING ENTERTAINMENT

LookingAhead

GREATER PRESCOTT AREA ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULED FOR MID - NOVEMBER AND BEYOND

ELKS THEATRE - MAIN STAGE

Show info and tickets: www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr.

Presented by One Stage Family Theatre

November 10-11

Down on the Corner - CCR Tribute

Saturday, November 18

Country Christmas

Starring Drew Bahloh and The Garth Live band

Friday, December 1

In the Christmas Mood 2023

A Holiday Music Spectacular

Saturday, December 16

ELKS PERFORMING ARTS

CENTER CRYSTAL HALL

Show Info and tickets: www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Improv Comedy Night • Prescott

Improv Collective

Saturday, November 11

LJ Plays the Beatles

Laurence Juber

Saturday, November 18

Gypsy Soul

Saturday, December 9

A Peter, Paul and Mary Christmas Experience

With MacDougal Street West

Sunday, December 10

Galactagogues - “Solstice Sing”

Album Release

Thursday, December 21

FINDLAY TOYOTA CENTER

Tickets: www.findlaytoyotacenter.com or by phone at 928.772.1819 ext. 6060

Contacto Norte y Grupos Invitados

All ages dance and concert.

Saturday, November 25

PAW Patrol Live!

December 9 & 10

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas

Tuesday, December 26

Toughest Monster Truck Tour

January 5 & 6

SUZE’S PRESCOTT CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Tickets: www.prescottartcenter.org or by phone at 928.445.3286 Live Theatre

She Loves Me

November 9-19

Lights

December 7-17

The Prisoner of Second Avenue

Jan 11-21

JIM & LINDA LEE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

Event information and tickets: www.ycpac.com

Singin’ in the Rain

November 2-12

Rhythm of the Dance

November 17 & 18

Jake Shimabukuro:

Christmas in Hawaii

Friday, December 1

Handel’s Messiah

December 2 & 3

Prescott POPS presents: Holiday Pops

Sunday, December 10

Pink Martini feat. China Forbes

Thursday, December 14

The Nutcracker feat.

Ballet Victoria

December 16 & 17

The Righteous Brothers

Sunday, January 21

The Folk Legacy Trio

Friday, January 26

RUTH STREET THEATER

Arizona PhilharmonicSonoran Winds Quintet

Sunday, November 19

Arizona PhilharmonicWe Wish You Christmas

Sunday, December 17

Anton Nel & Arizona Philharmonic

Saturday, January 7

PRESCOTT CHORALE

“Joy to the World”

Christmas Concert

December 15 & 16 at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

MAJOR EVENTS & FESTIVALS

NOVEMBER

Prescott Veterans Day Parade

Saturday, November 11

Valley of Lights - Prescott Valley November 24 through December 31

Prescott Holiday Light Parade

Saturday, November 25

DECEMBER

41st Annual Prescott Christmas Parade & Courthouse Lighting

Saturday, December 2

Frontier ChristmasSharlot Hall Museum

Saturday, December 2

34th Annual Acker Night Showcase - Prescott

Friday, December 8

Prescott’s Christmas Village & ChristkindlMarket

December 15-17

13th Annual Whiskey Row Boot Drop

Sunday, December 31

Photos by Blushing Cactus Photography