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October 21, 27th Annual Bisbee 1000 – The Great Stair Climb, Bisbee, AZ October 21, Annual BoulderDash 13K/30K Trail Run, Chiricahua National Monument, Willcox, AZ October 28, 10th Annual Powell Triathlon, Lake Powell Wahweap Marina, Page, AZ October 29, The Wicked Marathon/Half Marathon/4 Mile/Spooky Sprint, Rio Vista Community Park, Peoria, AZ

November November 4, Chandler Family Bird Walk, Veterans Oasis Park and Environmental Education Center, Chandler, AZ November 4, Bacon, Blues & Brews, Founders’ Park, Queen Creek, AZ November 5, 42nd Annual 3TV Phoenix 10K & Half Marathon, CityScape, Phoenix, AZ

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October 21, Light the Night Walk - Tucson, Kino Sports Complex, Tucson, AZ October 21, 4th Annual Petrified Forest Marathon, Holbrook, AZ

November 10-11, 8th Annual Chandler Chuck Wagon CookOff, Tumbleweed Park, Chandler, AZ

November 11, Rally Point Arizona Run and Family Festival, Peoria Sports Complex, Peoria, AZ November 11, Sport Metric Inaugural Golf Tournament, Francisco Grande Hotel & Golf Resort, Casa Grande, AZ

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WITH THE CHANGING OF SEASONS brings visitors the opportunity to celebrate local harvests and holiday festivities in Mesa, Arizona. The area has long served as a culinary gateway to Greater Phoenix with the neighboring farms and agritourism attractions providing a continuous bounty of seasonal goods to enjoy. Olive oil pressing, corn mazes, and pumpkin patches are the stars of the many fall festivals along the Fresh Foodie Trail®, a collection of a dozen popular food-driven experiences that winds through Mesa and beyond into our regional towns of Gilbert and Queen Creek. For holiday happenings, musical performances, and art to both appreciate and gift, walk the vibrant streets of Downtown Mesa. Billed as

one of the up-and-coming outlets for new independent and alternative music artists on the verge of discovery, the Mesa Music Festival will host bands at multiple venues in November, with P.O.D. headlining the event. As the winter holidays approach, Downtown Mesa will illuminate with lights and decorations as it turns into Merry Main Street. Visitors can loop around an ice rink, snap a photo with Santa, and see holiday shows at the Mesa Arts Center to wrap up 2017. For trip planning information, downloadable guides and a complete calendar of events listing, go online to VisitMesa.com.

Mesa Top 10 1 Queen Creek Olive Mill’s Garlic Fest

The annual Garlic Fest will showcase garlic-infused food, cooking demos by owners Perry and Brenda Rea, live music, tours of the Olive Mill, and games. Saturday, September 30 - 10AM-7PM Sunday, October 1 - 10AM-5PM 25062 S Meridian Rd, Queen Creek, AZ

2 Schnepf Farms Pumpkin and Chili Party

Voted the Best Fall Family Event in the Valley by Phoenix Magazine, New Times, and Sunset Magazine, the annual Pumpkin and Chili Party has something for all ages. Savor a bowl of delicious chili and select a pumpkin for carving in the pumpkin patch, but don’t miss out on the corn mazes, hayrides, entertainment, and The Outbreak, their nightly zombie paintball hunts. October 5, 2017 - October 29, 2017 Address: 24810 S. Rittenhouse Rd. Queen Creek, AZ 85242 Times: Thurs, 10-9; Fri-Sat, 10-10; Sun, 10-9 Admission: $15-19

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Corn Maze Vertuccio Farms will be celebrating their 19th Annual Fall Festival and Corn Maze. Tractor train rides, rubber duck races, a giant tube slide, and petting zoo will accompany their 7-acre corn maze. October 2, 2017 - November 5, 2017 Location: Vertuccio Farms Address: 4011 S Power Rd Mesa, AZ 85212 Times: Starting: 09:00 AM Admission: $9-10, season pass $25

4 Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts

October 28, 2017 - October 29, 2017 The Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts is a Address: 1 E Main St Mesa, AZ 85201 free event featuring unique artist creations, Times: From: 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM music, and fun for the whole family. Address: N MacDonald Street, Downtown 8 Mesa Music Festival Mesa Music Festival is billed as one of Mesa Mesa, AZ 85201 the up-and-coming outlets for new Times: From: 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM independent and alternative music artists First and third (1st & 3rd) Saturdays of on the verge of discovery. More than 200 each month,October through April bands will take Main Street by storm, Nov. Additional Show on Saturday, November 9 – 12. Multiple venues will host bands 11th from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm. *December shows will be 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm., in conjunction with Merry throughout the weekend, essentially Main Street activities. creating a three-quarter mile block party. Activity zones and public-art displays also 5 Olivepalooza at Queen Creek Olive Mill line Main Street during the event. Taste extra virgin olive oil direct from the November 9, 2017 - November 11, 2017 milling machine, attend cooking demos Location: Downtown Mesa and workshops, satisfy your food cravings Address: Main Street Mesa, AZ 85201 with local food trucks, and hang out in the Times: Varies grove with live music and games. Admission: Free for spectators 25062 S Meridian Rd, Queen Creek, AZ Time and Date: TBD

6 34th Annual Roy Track Memorial Mesa Pow Wow Immerse yourself in the Native American culture and experience the longestrunning annual tribal celebration in the East Valley. October 27, 2017 - October 29, 2017 Address: 526 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85201 Times: From: 11:00 AM to 05:00 PM

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Arts Center Spirits will connect at the Mesa Arts Center’s annual Dia de los Muertos Festival Oct. 28 and 29. Soak up the colorful community alter and displays, unique merchandise at the mercado, and live entertainment that will bring life to this Day of the Dead festival.

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Celebrate the holiday season as Downtown Mesa illuminates with lights and turns into Merry Main Street. The festivities will kick off with the tree lighting and an appearance from Santa Claus. December 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017 Address: Downtown Mesa Mesa, AZ 85201

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Featuring original works of art for sale from local, regional and national artists, the Mesa Arts Festival is the place to find unique gifts for the holidays. December 9, 2017 - December 10, 2017 Address: 1 E Main St Mesa, AZ 85201 Times: From: 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM

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and engaging community located about 20 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Visitors will discover a vibrant downtown, world-class shopping, a lively dining scene, arts and culture, outdoor recreation and award-winning hotels. The fall season is a particularly wonderful time of year as Chandler hosts a number of fun, family-friendly events celebrating the best of Arizona.

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For specific dates, times and tickets for these and other festivals and events please confirm details before you go. Event dates and times are subject to change and weather.

REOCCURRING EVENTS: DOWNTOWN CHANDLER ART WALK Brush up on Arizona arts and culture at the monthly Downtown Chandler Art Walk held the third Friday of each month, 6-9:30 p.m. HIGHLAND YARD VINTAGE MARKET Behind Merchant Square A monthly home and garden market held in a building behind Chandler’s antique market, Merchant Square. The curated shopping extravaganza occurs one weekend a month, Thursday through Sunday with new inventory arriving each day.

UPCOMING EVENTS: CHEVYS IN THE PARK Nov. 4, 2017 • Downtown Chandler It’s an all-Chevy car show featuring more than 100 vehicles around the historic square of Downtown Chandler. CHANDLER CHUCK WAGON COOK-OFF Nov. 10-11, 2017 • Tumbleweed Park It’s the original food truck competition at this annual culinary festival celebrating Western history and culture as authentic 1880s chuck wagon teams from around the West compete. ARIZONA HARVEST FEST Nov. 12, 2017 • Downtown Chandler Celebrate the arrival of fall with fallinspired games, activities, entertainment, pie-eating contest, kids zone and more at the annual Arizona Harvest Fest. An open air-market and seasonal beer garden featuring local pumpkin ales and seasonal brews will be showcased. TUMBLEWEED TREE LIGHTING FESTIVAL Dec. 2, 2017 • Downtown Chandler A uniquely southwestern tradition, the Tumbleweed Tree Lighting Ceremony & Parade of Lights draws holiday visitors from far and wide. FANFEST 2017 Dec. 9, 2017 • Downtown Chandler The Chandler Symphony presents FanFest, a FREE event for all ages filled with entertainments, activities, food and music for the whole family! The event will conclude with an underneath-the-stars performance by the Chandler Symphony Orchestra.

FALL IN CHANDLER, ARIZONA is the perfect season to experience everything this city has to offer. With the scorching temperatures now behind us, it’s a great time to get out and explore, as outdoor festivals and fun, familyoriented activities are aplenty. Check out the event listing for ideas, and start planning your visit to Chandler. WESTERN ADVENTURE

Experience a Western adventure with a trip back in time at Rawhide Western Town and Steakhouse, an 1880s-style steakhouse and saloon. Bring your kiddos, and they can hop on the 1880s-era Butterfield stagecoach, ride burros and watch the Rawhide Roughriders’ stunt show. November is time for the annual Chandler Chuck Wagon Cook-Off. This culinary competition has volunteers that work out of real chuck wagons to prepare five savory courses. Judges select the winner, and this year event organizers have added a youth competition. Arrive early, as this event sells out. Open year-round, the Zelma Basha Salmeri Gallery of Western and American Art is a contemporary corporate gallery. It features more than 3,000 pieces of art in mediums including oil paintings, watercolors, wood-turned bowls, basketry, pottery, Kachinas and jewelry. Admission is free. No Western adventure is

complete without a horseback ride. Koli Equestrian Center offers novice and advanced riders, ages 6 and older, guided trail rides and private tours.

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From quick takeout nibbles to sit-down meals, there are hundreds of options to choose from throughout the city. Take a peak at our restaurant listing at GoToChandler.com to explore different eateries to satisfy your cravings. SHOP CHANDLER

Chandler Fashion Center is a shopper’s paradise with more than 180 stores, restaurants and a 20-screen Harkins movie theatre. Also visit the Phoenix Premium Outlets or The Shoppes at Casa Paloma, both outdoor malls. If you’re on the hunt for an Arizona souvenir, stop at specialty shop Sibley’s West in downtown Chandler. There also are a handful of shops in downtown Chandler to visit. Visit gotochandler.com for a complete listing of where to stay, things to do, events, dining and shopping.

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Spend the night at the Lodge at Cliff Castle Casino. Choose from one of the hotel packages featuring family fun, wine or golf. Cliff Castle Casino is located in the heart of Verde Valley wine country and just minutes away from some of the area’s most popular tourist destinations including Out of Africa Wildlife Park, the Verde Canyon Railroad and the majestic red rocks of Sedona. Explore by day and play at night. Experience for yourself why Cliff Castle Casino has been voted the number one casino in the state of Arizona for 18 years in a row! All casinos have slot machines and table games. What they don’t have is the level of commitment to guest satisfaction, friendly team members and a warm and welcoming environment that you’ll find at Cliff Castle Casino. Coming soon, Cliff Castle Casino will open a brand new luxury Hotel. Visit CliffCastleCasinoHotel.com for information on hotel packages, dining options and promotions. Cliff Castle Casino is the perfect place to play.

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TWO ENTREPRENEURS, K.T. Palmer and Tom Darlington, formed a partnership and acquired land known as Carefree in the 1950s. In the 1980s, they incorporated as a town, and in 1993 Thunderbird Artists began their longest running partnership of 25 years with the Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce, their volunteers and the Town of Carefree. The Town of Carefree closes its streets to host

Thunderbird Artists. Patrons love to meet the artists, enjoy exhibits of paintings, bronzes, stone, copper, clay, metal, mixed media art and sculptures, fine photography, one-of-a-kind jewelry and much more. Stop by and visit charming specialty shops, boutiques, galleries, restaurants and outdoor cafes surrounding this event, which is nestled in the natural desert with panoramic mountain views and dramatic sunsets.

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GILBERT’S EARLIEST HOMESTEAD sold in 1891. Some farms were free if they homesteaded for five years and made land improvements, while others paid the government cash for land, which could be purchased for as little as 50 cents an acre. William “Bobby” Gilbert sold a right-of-way through his land to Arizona Eastern Railway. In 1910, Gilbert was becoming established, but there were no paved

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streets, electricity or indoor running water/toilets. There were also no cooling devices, so people built sleeping porches onto their homes. Gilbert was a prime farming community, fueled by construction of the Roosevelt Dam, and it remained an agricultural town for many years. Known as the “Hay Capital of the World” until the late 1920s, Gilbert is now the fourthwealthiest town in Arizona.

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FLORA MAE STATLER founded the City of Surprise in 1938, when it was just one square-mile of farmland. According to Statler’s daughter, her mother once commented, “She would be surprised if the town ever amounted to much.” The city prides itself as the home of the Kansas City Royals and the Texas Rangers. These Major

League Baseball teams call the Surprise Stadium home. As part of the city’s recreation campus, Surprise is also home to the Surprise Tennis and Racquet Complex (STRC). Since its opening in August 2007, the complex has received numerous awards, including being named the 2008 Outstanding Facility of the Year by the USTA.

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THE SCOTTSDALE WATERFRONT is located in downtown Scottsdale, where locals and tourists gather to visit specialty shops, boutiques, restaurants and outdoor cafes. The Hohokam people engineered miles of canals across Phoenix from 500 to 1450 A.D., and diverted water from the Salt River to the their farms. Archaeologists consider this ancient canal network to be one of the most sophisticated

irrigation systems ever created, using only preindustrial technology. Named â&#x20AC;&#x153;Scottsdaleâ&#x20AC;? in 1894 by founder Winfield Scott, the city was incorporated in 1951. Its population was 2,000 at the time, and by 2014 reached 230,512. Scottsdale Waterfront offers beautiful scenery and an ideal setting where patrons can surround themselves with renowned artists, wineries and musicians lining the banks of the water.

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THUNDERBIRD ARTISTS has been a long-time friend of many Arizona charities by offering fundraising efforts within each of the festivals. It all started in 1992, when they began partnering with their longest running charity, the Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce. Other charities include Phoenix

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FOUNTAIN HILLS has a rich history and is surrounded by gorgeous mountain views and breathtaking sunsets. To the east of town is the Verde River, a tributary to the Salt River. To the southwest and northwest regions of Fountain Hills are the McDowell Mountains, a chain of extinct volcanic mountains. The highest mountains in the range are East End and Thompson Peak. Fountain Hills is also

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Enjoy the changing colors of autumn leaves, and even some snow. on a fall color tour. The Verde Valley Wine Trail offers a variety of skillfully crafted wines to satisfy any wine taster’s palate. Visit the Blazin’ M Ranch Wild West Adventure for a Western experience of a lifetime for the entire family. Old Town Cottonwood is home to over 60 businesses, including eight wineand spirit-tasting rooms, 16 cafes and restaurants, seven art galleries and several antique stores and boutique shops.

COTTONWOOD Cottonwood is situated within the Verde Valley above the heat of the desert and below the cold of Arizona’s high country. Flanked by the red rocks of Sedona to the northeast and Mingus Mountains to the southwest, Cottonwood enjoys a moderate year-round climate at an elevation of 3,300 feet. Named after the trees that line the Verde River, Cottonwood is known as the “Heart of the Verde Valley.” The Verde Valley was recently named by Lonely Planet ™ as one of the Top 10 U.S. Travel Destinations. During the autumn season, you can ride the Verde Canyon Railroad through the vibrant canyon corridor

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provides for a mild climate and almost guaranteed sunny autumn days that create an excellent backdrop for viewing fall foliage. Tonto Natural Bridge State Park, located just north of Payson on Highway 87, features the largest natural travertine bridge in the world. Enjoy the hike to the bottom of the waterfalls, and take in the aspen, cottonwood and elder trees that surround the park. Payson’s weather is said to be “close to perfect,” as it enjoys four distinct seasons and is generally 20 degrees cooler than Phoenix (approximately a 1 ½-hour drive away). Midto-late October provides the best time to witness the brilliant fall colors that line the Mogollon Rim during this time of year. Payson averages 21 inches of snow per year with the first measurable snow generally occurring around mid-October in the higher elevations and during November closer to town. WILLIAMS Williams lies along the route of Historic Route

66, Interstate 40 and the Southwest Chief Amtrak train route. Williams is home to the southern terminus of the Grand Canyon Railway, which takes visitors to Grand Canyon Village. Known as the “Gateway to the Grand Canyon,” Williams was the last town on Historic Route 66 to be bypassed by Interstate 40 (Oct. 13, 1984). This four-season city offers unlimited recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, including seven area fishing-lakes, hiking trails up Bill Williams Mountain and into Sycamore Canyon, an alpine ski area and an abundance of wildlife. Williams is home to Bearizona, where you can drive into the Arizona wilderness and witness animals in natural habitats from the comfort of your own vehicle. Ride the Polar Express Train through the nighttime wilderness of Williams to the “North Pole” from November 10 through January 6. Remember to wear your pajamas on the train, otherwise you might receive “coal,” rather than a “present!”

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START WITH SCENERY that makes your heart leap. Sedona nestles among a geological wonderland. Multi-hued stone formations jut upwards from the high desert floor creating a vivid, mesmerizing setting that changes hourly with the light. When USA Weekend compiled their Most Beautiful Places in America list, Sedona claimed the top spot. Surrounded by 1.8 million acres of national forest land, visitors have instant access to recreational activities. Trails for hiking and biking, along with bouncy jeep tracks, weave among the bristling forest of pinnacles, spires, buttes and domes. Yet, you’re never far from the indulgences of town. Sedona is equal parts rugged, equal parts resort. Regarded October 24-28, 2017:

The MURAL MARIGOLD PROJECT for DIA DE LOS MUERTOS – Participate in SEDONA ARTS FESTIVAL –Sedona Red Rock creating this amazing public mural in the High School – A favorite in the Southwest, Calle Independencia where visitors and the festival showcases 126 juried artists, community members can honor the loss the Gourmet Gallery, an international guest of loved ones in their lives and connect artist, and KidZone, as well as great music, with one another though art and public food, and raffle prizes. expression. All week the public is invited to paint on the mural 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. October 14-21, 2017: at Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village. Free. SEDONA PLEIN AIR FESTIVAL – Sedona October 29, 2017: Arts Center invites you along to get creative and experience over two dozen DIA DE LOS MUERTOS CELEBRATION at master painters in action—making their Tlaquepaque – Join us in the courtyards art on location in beautiful Sedona, on Saturday, October 28, 2017 from Arizona. Celebrate creativity with us and 2:00- 8:00 p.m. to make an offering at the enjoy receptions, exhibitions, lectures, Celebration of Dia de los Muertos. Music, and opportunities to collect your next food and beautiful altars will be on view. masterpiece at Sedona Plein Air Festival! Watch fire dancers and visit our thematic RED ROCKS OKTOBER FEST – CRAFT BEER face painting booths. Costumes are encouraged. FESTIVAL – Oktoberfest will support many local causes and will benefit the Rotary Club of Sedona Red Rocks and our efforts within the community. November 11, 2017: FALL ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW AT THE October 7-8, 2017:

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SEDONA HERITAGE MUSEUM 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., free. This show is an oldfashioned arts and crafts show like you remember them to be. All items are handmade. The artist or craftsman sits behind each table to personally tell you how they make their pieces, where they find their unusual materials or what inspires them.

VETERANS DAY TRIBUTE – Sedona’s premiere Veteran’s Day Celebration. Held each year on November 11th at the Sedona Heritage Museum, starting at 11 a.m. November 23, 2017:

THE 8th FIRST ANNUAL SEDONA TURKEY TROT 5K – Presented by Sedona Running Company. The start and finish will be at Posse Grounds Park in Sedona, AZ.

by Native Americans as sacred, Sedona continues to be recognized as a place of healing and spiritual renewal. Many come to experience the vortex energy centers of Sedona. Others want to prowl the 80-plus art galleries lining the streets, or to receive soothing treatments from the dozens of spa facilities. Most recently, with its nearby vineyards and tasting rooms, Sedona has emerged as a destination for wine enthusiasts. Over 60 annual events take place year-round in Sedona. From Yoga and Mountain Biking, to Wine and Running, there is a festival for everyone. The online calendar of events fills up every day with community events, entertainment, religious, family friendly and many more.

DECEMBER

SEDONA CALENDAR

December 1, 2017: SEDONA’S TREE LIGHTING & SANTA VISIT – On Friday, December 1, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Canyon Breeze Plaza in Uptown, enjoy the Tree-lighting, refreshments, local entertainment and Santa visits with children. December 2-3, 2017: THE NUTCRACKER – The Phoenix Ballet and Sedona Chamber Ballet will present breathtaking performances of The Nutcracker on December 2-3 at the Sedona Performing Arts Center. December 9, 2017: THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS – The Lighting of 6,000 Luminarias – Saturday, December 9, 2017 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. A cherished tradition which involves visitors and locals to help light six thousand luminarias in Tlaquepaque’s courtyards and walkways at 5:00 p.m. Entertainment abounds with carolers, choirs and musicians. December 16, 2017: HOLIDAY SWEET STROLL – Discover unique gifts, and strolling carolers at the Holiday Sweet Stroll from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. Featuring some of the best boutiques, galleries and restaurants in Sedona, you are sure to find some special presents for those on your gift list.

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Arizona Events Calendar (Continued) / Arizona

November 11, CF Cycle For Life, Notre Dame Prep High School, Scottsdale, AZ November 11, Colossal Vail 50/50, Colossal Cave Mountain Park, Vail, AZ November 11-12, 7th Annual Scottsdale Bentley Polo Championship: Horses & Horsepower Scottsdale, AZ November 17, Gilbert Days 5K/1 Mile Run, Freestone District Park, Gilbert, AZ November 17, 4th Annual Charity Golf Tournament, Wigwam Golf Club, Litchfield Park, AZ November 18, 35th Annual El Tour de Tucson, Tucson Convention Center, Tucson, AZ November 18, Redneck Run, Rio Salado Habitat Area, Phoenix, AZ November 19, Ironman 70.3 Arizona, Tempe Beach Park, Tempe, AZ November 23, 9th Annual Kingman Turkey Trot, Kingman, AZ November 23, 8th Annual Sedona Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run/Walk, Posse Grounds Park, Sedona, AZ November 23, 15th Annual Anthem Turkey Trot, Anthem Community Center, Anthem, AZ November 23, 30th Annual ARR Thanksgiving Day Classic, Peoria Sports Complex, Peoria, AZ November 25, Dirty Turkey Run, SARA Park, Lake Havasu City, AZ www.travelhost.com

December December 2, Tumbleweed Tree Lighting Ceremony & Parade of Lights, Dr. AJ Chandler Park, Chandler, AZ December 2, Inaugural Phoenician Half Marathon, The Phoenician, Scottsdale, AZ December 2, 63rd Annual Christmas Parade & Courthouse Lighting Ceremony, Prescott Courthouse Plaza, Prescott, AZ December 2, 31st Annual APS Electric Light Parade: Winter Nights, Dazzling Lights 2017, Phoenix, AZ December 5, Valley of the Sun Shootout, Talking Stick Resort Arena, Phoenix, AZ December 8, Christmas in the Park, San Carlos Park, Coolidge, AZ December 8-9, Candlelight Tours, Fort Verde State Historic Park, Camp Verde, AZ December 8-10, 39th Annual Las Noches de las Luminarias, Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix, AZ

December 14, 3rd Annual Masters of Scotch Autumn Tasting Series – December 2017, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, Phoenix, AZ December 16, Holiday Sweet Stroll, Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village, Sedona, AZ December 16, Echoes From The Past School Of Ancient Technology: Flintknapping, Tuzigoot National Monument, Clarkdale, AZ December 19-24, “Cinderella”, ASU Gammage, Tempe, AZ December 24-31, 38th Annual Arizona Temple Christmas Lighting, Mesa Arizona Temple, Mesa, AZ December 26, 2017 Cactus Bowl, Chase Field, Phoenix, AZ December 29, 2017 Arizona Bowl, Arizona Stadium, Tucson, AZ December 31, New Year’s Eve Celebration, Phoenix Symphony Hall, Phoenix, AZ

December 9, 9th Annual 12 K’s of Christmas ® & Santa’s Pet Village, Freestone District Park, Gilbert, AZ December 9, 44th Annual Festival of Lights, Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village, Sedona, AZ December 9-23, 2nd Annual Christmas on the Farm, Post Farms, Marana, AZ

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“Frontier Christmas”

PRESCOTT’S DESIGNATION AS ARIZONA’S CHRISTMAS CITY gets an annual boost as Sharlot Hall Museum presents its Frontier Christmas Open House on Saturday, Dec. 2, following the Prescott downtown Courthouse lighting ceremony. Luminarias, handmade decorations, fresh-baked cookies, and hot cider welcome locals and out-of-town visitors to celebrate a full dose of holiday spirit and good cheer on the museum grounds. For more than 20 years, Frontier Christmas has been entertaining guests with the warmth and spirit of Christmas past as the museum (and the city) puts on its holiday finest. The smell of cookies and hot cider mix with the scent of pines frosted by the December chill. Music fills the air, and children activities abound in the 4-acre museum campus. Throughout the celebration, living history interpreters regale guests with tales of pioneer Christmas traditions and Arizona’s early history. “Judge Howard” will talk ‘law ‘n’ order’ in front of the Fort Misery fire, along with tales of a Prescott Christmas in the 1860s when saloon keepers would get old boots and old coats and lace them with a pint of

whiskey, then hang the garments up Christmas Eve on trees in the park. Also available will be events at the Schoolhouse, the old-fashioned letterpress printing office, decorating the Christmas tree with vintage trimmings in the Governor’s Mansion, meeting “Jessie Benton Frémont” and making Victorian holiday ornaments. The museum is at 415 W. Gurley St., two blocks west of the Courthouse Plaza in downtown Prescott. Living history interpreters will be on hand during regular museum hours (10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday), closed for the Courthouse tree lighting, and reopen for the Open House from 6 to 9 p.m. Admission for the evening holiday festivities is $5, and free to museum members and children (17 and younger).

Sharlot Hall Museum 415 W Gurley St, Prescott, AZ 86301 928-445-3122 | www.Sharlot.org

Throughout the celebration, living history interpreters regale guests with tales of pioneer Christmas traditions and Arizona’s early history.

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Prescott Top 10 1 Stroll the Courthouse Plaza while enjoying the free Summer Concert Series or the many other festivals and events. 2 Enjoy the unique architecture of more than 800 buildings on the National Historic Register. 3 Hike or Bike along the route that once hosted a railroad line – the Peavine Trail. 4 Kayak into hidden coves at Watson Lake. 5 Hike Thumb Butte and Granite Mountain for diverse views of Prescott from these two iconic promontories in Prescott. rowse the many fine antique shops, 6 B boutiques and galleries in downtown. 7 Picnic or fish among the pines at Goldwater Lake. 8 Take the Prescott Heritage Trail and Hunt for History. Stop by the Chamber Visitor Center, pick up your map and enjoy this self-guided tour that visits over 60 historic locations. 9 Experience a bit of Prescott’s wild west history at the bar at the Historic Palace Saloon on Whiskey Row. Learn more about Prescott western 10 history and culture at our three unique museums: Sharlot Hall, Smoki and the Phippen.

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MILE-HIGH PRESCOTT the Arizona archetype with four mild seasons, an average annual daytime temperature of about 70 degrees, and more than 300 days of sunshine. Just 90 miles north of Phoenix, Prescott is situated comfortably against the Prescott National Forest. Great Lakes Airlines serves LAX, and Denver with regular flights. From art to artifacts, Prescott’s history is well documented. Prescott was the Arizona Territory’s original capital and is now home to the World’s Oldest Rodeo. Prescott’s four museums bear witness to this area’s Native American, military and Western pioneer history and heritage. Downtown’s Whiskey Row still houses saloons patronized by Old West legends like Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday. Courthouse Plaza, in the heart of downtown, is bustling with activity in Prescott. During the summer months, the elmshrouded venue beats to five nights of free, live entertainment. The plaza also hosts community events, arts, crafts and car shows. Courthouse Plaza was named one of the Top Ten Public Spaces in the United States by the prestigious APA (American Planning Association). One might think that Arizona is an arid moonscape dotted with cacti and other prickly plant life, but Prescott is a mile above sea level and enjoys four mild seasons and blooming flora. The city boasts 16 parks and three lakes, with kayak and canoe rentals available at Watson, Goldwater and Lynx Lakes. Bike rentals are available at Watson Lake. Prescott also caters to those in the mood for an outdoor odyssey of trail trekking, with more than 450 miles of groomed trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. The Mile-High Trail System contains approximately 28 miles of trails, including Rails-to-Trails projects along

the former Santa Fe Railroad, Prescott Circle Trail System and Greenways Trails System. The Prescott Circle Trail is a network of trails that continues to expand in and around Prescott. The Greenways Trails are urban trails along Granite and Miller Creeks that run through downtown Prescott. Performing and visual arts play a large part in the fiber of this high desert mountain community. In addition to the many area galleries, the Prescott Center for the Arts, the Yavapai College Performing Arts Center, the Sharlot Hall Museum Theater and the historic Elks Opera House provide artistic sustenance to this entertainment savvy locale. Recently, Prescott was named the Top Destination in Arizona for Nature Lovers, by Expedia, the city was also named in the Top 13 Happiest and Healthiest Communities in the country by Time Magazine. More recently, Prescott was named one of the “coolest” downtowns in North America by Expedia, and was nominated by USA Today to be one of the “Top 10 Arizona Travel Destinations”. The American Lung Association consistently ranks Prescott’s air quality to be the best in the continental United States. Throughout the year, Prescott plays host to many events that celebrate the history, culture and art of the West. The summer season heats up with Prescott Frontier Days and World’s Oldest Rodeo (celebrating 130 years this summer), the Prescott Indian Art Market, Prescott Jazz Summit and the Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering.

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Recognized as a leading outdoor recreation paradise, Prescott is surrounded by 1.25 million acres of the Prescott National Forest, 450 miles of trails and four lakes with kayaking, canoeing, fishing, hiking and mountain biking activities.

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Enriching the community for more than 100 years

by Trevor Odom, Assistant Marketing and Program Manager

THE ELKS THEATRE building in Prescott, Arizona has been a lot of things to a lot of people. In the 112 years since the building was built, it has been a staple of the community, serving at various times as a theatre, lawyers’ offices, federal courthouse and

retail storefronts, among many other things. For the Benevolent Protective Order of Elks in 1905, it was the only lodge in all of the Arizona Territory. The Elks’ organization moved to Prescott Valley in the ‘70s, and the building changed owners many times

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over the next few decades. The building, which had fallen into decay over the years, went through many renovations which sought to modernize both the interior and exterior. These renovations fell short of the splendor once assigned to the building in times gone by. In 2012, the Elks Theatre and Performing Arts Foundation was formed in order to protect and renovate the building as well as make it accessible to the community. A multimillion dollar renovation was conducted and spearheaded by architect Frank Degrazia. Today, the building is open for public use year-round for a variety of functions. Live shows are performed weekly in the theatre, ranging from local favorites to professional bands. The theatre is also a place where many charitable events take place, such as the Boys & Girls Club “Dancing for the Stars,” or the Coalition for Compassion and Justice charity luncheon. In the Performing Arts Center, you will find a variety of classes, seminars

and events going on – from weddings happening in the magnificent and restored upper ballroom to ballet classes occurring in our Sprung Marley floored dance studio, one of the only such studios in Yavapai County. The Elks Theatre and Performing Arts Center is a community space accessible to the public of Yavapai County and the surrounding area. Tours of the theatre are given by docents dressed in early 20th century attire from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Performances occur most Friday and Saturday nights, and tickets can be purchased online or at the box office before the show. The Performing Arts Center is open during regular business hours Monday through Friday, and can host private events 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It is the mission of the organization and the staff that each and every member of the community benefits from the presence of the theatre and performing arts center.

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Keep it Social / Northern Arizona WHEN PLANNING A VACATION or weekend getaway, the resources seem endless when searching the Internet or by way of social media sites and hashtags. There are Trip Advisor and Yelp reviews to explore, Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau calendars to research and good ol’ Trivago and Kayak, purporting to “find you the cheapest hotel”. Well, cheapest isn’t always the best and saving a few bucks might diminish an otherwise great vacation experience. When considering Prescott as your next getaway, all of the aforementioned resources are available to you when researching where to stay and what do to while you’re in town. Another great (and fun!) social media resource to follow are the Prescott 365 Facebook and Instagram social media sites. Prescott 365 is dedicated to helping you explore ideas to include in your travels in and around the Prescott area. Ideas and images are focused

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HASSAYAMPA INN SUPPORTING LOCAL RANCHERS THROUGH NEW CULINARY OFFERING by Penny Allphin, CHME, VP Sales & Marketing

THE HISTORIC HASSAYAMPA INN, located in beautiful downtown Prescott, Arizona, is celebrating its 90th year in business, and is proud to announce the implementation of our “support local” purchasing initiative. The Peacock Dining Room, a staple dining establishment of the Prescott downtown historic district, has transitioned to serving Arizonaraised “Five-Star Beef.” These steaks

are known throughout top culinary establishments for high quality that promises to deliver exquisite marbling, superb tenderness and genuine mouthwatering flavor that are cut from grass-fed open-range cattle finished in Arizona. “With continued attention to raising the level of products and service at the historic Hassayampa Inn, we are excited to transition to

local “Five-Star Beef ” that is processed here in Arizona. This will not only support local businesses and ranchers first, but continue to help reduce our carbon footprint, staying true to our core values at the Aris Companies of being environmentally friendly,” said Aris Hospitality Management’s President and CEO Michael Kouvelas. The Peacock Dining Room, located in the historic Hassayampa Inn, underwent a complete renovation in February 2014, creating a modern and chic art deco ambience of yesteryear that complements the building’s timeless charm. Executive Chef Jason Perkins implemented an exquisite menu, keeping the favorites of yesteryear and including today’s favorite tastes that all food enthusiasts can enjoy. While dining at the historic Peacock Dining Room, you will not only receive an exceptional dining experience, you will be supporting local communities throughout Arizona. Thank you and bon appétit!

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THE ONLY AAA FOUR DIAMOND CASINO RESORT IN NORTHERN ARIZONA GET YOUR GAME ON at Twin Arrows Casino Resort. Ranked #1 Best Hotel in the Grand Canyon region by US News and World Report! As a premiere casino resort, we offer over 1,000 of the latest and greatest slots, bingo, and live table games which include Blackjack with 21+3, WPT Heads Up Hold’em, High Card Flush, Cajun Stud and Pai Gow Poker! With all this action, it’s no wonder we’re well known for having More Winners, More Often! When it comes to dining, you’re in luck with many tantalizing options! Visit the legendary Zenith Steakhouse featuring delicious NavajoCertified Premium Grade Steak and given the Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator Magazine.

Feast at our Grand Falls Buffet. Featuring a large variety of freshly prepared specialties, delicious entrées including “prime rib served everyday”, traditional Navajo favorites, fresh salads and decadent desserts! Open daily at 11am. Catch all the action at Arrows Sports Bar! Choose from more than 42 varieties of beer and a delectable selection of entrées and appetizers. All while watching your favorite game on one of our many HD TVs. At Four Elements, enjoy delightful homemade favorites with a modern twist. Open seven days a week for breakfast and lunch! There’s no place better to work off or relax after a great dining experience than our spectacular indoor pool with

hot tub plus, our generously appointed, state-of-the-art fitness center. And when you’re ready to kick back and cash in for the night in Four Diamond comfort, check into Northern Arizona’s most luxurious and finely appointed guest accommodations. Rooms feature all of the amenities and essentials you need to enjoy your stay, with guest rooms available in three configurations. With all the exciting amenities and activities to do and see, you might want to host a meeting here. Fortunately, we’ve got over 10,000 sq. feet of stateof-the-art meeting space ready and waiting for your next event! Come see for yourself why Twin Arrows is Northern Arizona’s Premiere Destination Casino Resort.

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COCHISE COUNTY Welcome to Cochise County, a Western wonderland of natural history, beauty and diversity in the southeastern portion of Arizona! Home to three national parks – Chiricahua National Monument, Coronado National Memorial and Fort Bowie National Historic Site – Cochise County has been the site of Civil War battles, Indian wars and famous gunfights. Kartchner Caverns in Benson, Arizona is a “live” cave where formations continue to grow and evolve. A visit to Kartchner Caverns is a great family-friendly and educational trip that also provides wheelchair access throughout the cave. Check out the Benson Visitor Center, and view the incredible model train exhibit – a detailed replica of a Union Pacific SD70 locomotive pulling five railcars around the inside of the visitor center. Bisbee is a laid back, eclectic and diverse community that welcomes all to experience its quaint charm and storied

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Fall into Yuma for all kinds of fun festivities / Southern Arizona

Yuma Yuma Top 10

1 Rio de Cerveza Brew Fest, Oct. 21 2 Trick or Treat at the Prison, Oct. 31 IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR! As winter’s chill creeps in elsewhere, Yumans enjoy fresh mornings and spectacular sunsets in the world’s sunniest destination. Plan your visit to include a fun event – or just extend flip-flop season into fall. Our top-ten list of fall and holiday events offers something for everyone, from kids (Trick or Treat at the Prison, Children’s Festival of the Arts, Dorothy Young Electric Light Parade) to grownup kids with a taste for craft beer and giant-sized party games (Rio de Cerveza Brew Fest) – not to

mention what one writer has called “the Woodstock of tamale events” (Somerton Tamale Festival). Recognized by Guinness World Records as the sunniest place on earth, Yuma is located on the banks of the Colorado River in Arizona’s southwest corner, bordering California – and handy to one of Mexico’s friendliest hubs of dental tourism, too. Get the details on these great events – and so much more – at VisitYuma.com, where you can browse our visitors guide and build and print a custom itinerary. For more information, call 800-293-0071.

3 Somerton Corn Festival, Nov. 4 4 Children’s Festival of the Arts, Nov. 4 5 Colorado River Crossing Hot Air Balloon Festival, Nov. 17-19

6 North End Art Walk, Nov. 17 7 Kammann Sausage Fry, Dec. 1 8 El Toro Bowl, Dec. 2 9 Dorothy Young Memorial Electric Light Parade, Dec. 9

10 Somerton Tamale Festival, Dec. 16

To start planning your getaway to the Gateway of the Great Southwest, go to VisitYuma. com. Once you’re here, stop by the Visitor Information Center at 201 N. 4th Avenue, or call 800-293-0071. www.travelhost.com

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lodging

RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT

APPLE CREEK COTTAGES

SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT

Lodging-Hotel 3599 Lee Circle Prescott, Arizona 86301 928.775.2232 Open 24/7 “Prescott is the gateway to Northern Arizona” This Prescott Arizona hotel is located 90 miles NW of Phoenix & 90 miles SW of Flagstaff. This hotel in Prescott is situated between Prescott Valley, Chino Valley & Downtown Prescott. Prescott has rightfully earned the nicknames "Everybody's Hometown" and "Arizona's Christmas City" because of the easygoing small town atmosphere and presence of the old west. www.marriott.com

Lodging-Cottage 1001 White Spar Rd. Prescott, Arizona 86303 928.445.7321 M-Su 9a-5p “Adorable cottages worthy of the moment. ” Apple Creek Cottages is located 1.5 miles from downtown Prescott / Whiskey Row. Just minutes from the heart of Prescott where you can experience the history, shopping in boutiques and antique shops, hit the famous Whiskey Row of bars, Prescott s finest dining. Yet we also border the National Forest, minutes from hiking trails, lakes, mountain biking and off-roading. Fun for the whole family! www.applecreekcottages.com

Lodging-Hotel 200 E. Sheldon Prescott, Arizona 86301 928.776.0998 Open 24/7 “Short walk to Courthouse Square” SpringHill Suites Prescott enriches your travel experience by combining the expected, familiar comforts with tech-savvy amenities and the elements of surprise. Located just 2 two blocks from Courthouse Square in the historic Whiskey Row district in downtown Prescott, stylish suites break out of the box. In every suite you'll find smartly designed spaces for working, relaxing and sleeping, plus great extras. www.marriott.com

QUALITY INN PRESCOTT

FRANCISCO GRANDE GOLF RESORT

HASSAYAMPA INN

Lodging-Hotel 1105 E. Sheldon Prescott, Arizona 86301 928.776.1282 Open 24/7 “Relaxing accommodations at a great value ” Stay minutes from dense pine forests, downtown Prescott and Whiskey Row at the newly-remodeled Quality Inn hotel in Prescott, AZ, conveniently bordering the Prescott National Forest and just off U.S. Highway 89. Our pet-friendly quality Prescott hotel is located less than a mile from historic downtown Prescott. All guest rooms feature comfortable, upscale furnishings. www.qualityinn.com

Entertainment-Sporting Event 12684 West Gila Bend Highway Casa Grande, Arizona 85193 800.237.4238 Call for hours “An oasis in the Arizona desert” Francisco Grande, the legendary Arizona golf resort, is located halfway between Phoenix and Tucson, and is just 45 minutes from the Phoenix airport and an hour drive from Scottsdale. The Francisco Grande Hotel & Golf Resort offers its guests luxury accommodations in the Tower, superb food, outstanding golf, and excellent value. This traditional 7400 yard Arizona golf course. www.franciscogrande.com

Lodging-Hotel 122 E. Gurley St. Prescott, Arizona 86301 928.778.9434 Call for hours “Historic Hotel Rich Unique Background” Hassayampa Inn remains an anchor in the community. The building is included in the National Register of Historic Places and is a member of the Historic Hotels of America. But most of all, this red-brick hotel is as charming today as it was more than 80 years ago. Step inside and marvel at the elaborate stainedglass doors, vibrant murals, AND hand-painted ceiling beams. www.hassayampainn.com

CITY OF CHANDLER

CITY OF PEORIA

DISCOVER MARANA

Destination-Community MS 416, PO Box 4008 Chandler, Arizona 85244 480.782.3037 Open 24/7 “Eat, Live, Love Chandler Arizona” Located in Metropolitan Phoenix, Chandler embodies an active lifestyle with easy access to outdoor recreation with endless family-fun, award-winning events, world-class golf facilities, and a vibrant downtown. Chandler visitors will enjoy the diverse community with its fabulous restaurants of every cuisine, premier shopping, arts and culture and a wide range of things to do all year-round. www.visitchandler.com

Destination-Community 8401 W Monroe St Peoria, Arizona 85345 623.773.7000 Open 24/7 “Sustainability and embracing diversity” Peoria's organizational vision, mission and values were created through interactive discussions and exercises with employees, management and leadership. City of Peoria team members provide unmatched quality of life and excellent customer service for our community. The city of Peoria provides excellent municipal services by anticipating community needs, creating partnerships. www.peoriaaz.gov

Destination-Community 13881 N Casa Grande Highway, Suite 100 Marana, Arizona 85653 520.639.8040 Open 24/7 “Quality of life in the Sonoran Desert” Our Town's history goes back much further than its 1977 incorporation. Archaeologists have discovered evidence of more than 4,000 years of human occupation in what is now known as Marana. Native Americans, European settlers and some of the earliest Americans lived in or passed through Southern Arizona. When the railroad put the community on the map in the 1800s, it gained a name: Marana. www.discovermarana.org

CITY OF PRESCOTT

VISIT COTTONWOOD

Destination-Community 201 S.Cortez Prescott, Arizona 86303 928.777.1100 Open 24/7 “Old-west history and enjoyable climate” Our city draws visitors from all over the world to enjoy our unique setting, old-west history and enjoyable climate. Throughout the year Prescott offers a variety of events and activities so that no matter when you visit, you'll get a chance to experience the many faces of Prescott and find out for yourself why Prescott is considered one of the top emerging metropolitan cities. www.prescott-az.gov

Destination-Community 849 Cove Parkway, Suite B & C Cottonwood, Arizona 86326 928. 634.7593 Call for hours “Building a Strong Local Economy” The Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce is a member-focused organization and community partner that fosters a sustainable, healthy and vibrant economic environment through business promotion, advocacy, education and services. The Chamber is the champion, catalyst and coach for the Verde Valley's community development efforts. But more importantly, the strength lies in its members'. www.cottonwoodchamberaz.org

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dining

5 & DINER

TWO MAMAS' GOURMET PIZZERIA

BOULDERS ON BROADWAY

Dining-Grill 5220 N 16th St Phoenix, Arizona 85206 602.264.5220 Call for hours “Fun Fifties Diner” Our concept is more than just a '50s-style diner with 12 signature burgers. We are also a family destination, complete with a full menu featuring breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We specialize in mouth-watering hamburgers, omelets, skillet breakfasts cooked to perfection, delicious sandwiches, world famous meatloaf and chicken fried steak, fabulous BBQ ribs and scrumptious desserts. www.5anddiner.com

Dining-Restaurant 221 N. Cortez St. Prescott, Arizona 86301 928.443.9455 Call for hours “Gourmet pizzeria” Two Mamas Pizza is located in downtown Prescott, AZ offering gourmet specialty pizza, subs and dessert. Delivery, pickup or eat-in is available. We offer all types of delicious Italian meals. Our Pizza can be ordered as a "Build Your Own" or select from our Menu. We have hand-tossed in thin or full crust as well as pan pizzas! We have been using the same delicious recipes for years! www.twomamaspizza.com

Dining-Restaurant 1010 West Southern Avenue Mesa, Arizona 85210 480.659.4816 Call for hours “A place to come hang out and relax” It's crazy but I used to be a pizza cook at this location when it was part of a different chain. I remember the fun we had and the great friends I made. We would go rock climbing all day and come in dead tired to work in the evenings. A lot has changed in the last ten years, but not my love of cooking pizza, spending time with pals, or rock climbing. I hope to serve up some great food. www.bouldersonbroadway.com

UPPER CRUST PIZZA

VINCENT ON CAMELBACK

ARENA SPORTS GRILL

Dining-Restaurant 20235 N. Cave Creek Rd., Ste. 111 Phoenix, Arizona 85024 602.923.2389 M-Su 11a-11p “Delicious Pizza” Upper Crust Pizza & Wine Bar is one of Phoenix's hot spots when you are considering a casual dinner with your family, or that special night sharing a bottle of wine in our private 21 and up Wine Bar. Upper Crust Pizza & Patio Wine Bar is big on atmosphere with a hip interior vibe of corrugated metal and brick walls. With a stateof-the-art audio visual system featuring 27 plasma TVs hung throughout the restaurant! www.uppercrustwinebar.com

Dining-Restaurant 3930 E. Camelback Rd. Phoenix, Arizona 85018 602.224.0225 Open 24/7; Tuesday - Saturday: 5pm - 10pm “Arizona's culinary prize” Vincent's French/Southwestern signature is on all his offerings. His style is constantly evolving, using fresh, local ingredients to inspire his epicurean fantasies that translate to meals of total enjoyment. Critics say his food is always "intriguing and inspiring." Customers say it's sumptuous. Vincent was the first chef ever to receive a Citation of Excellence from the International Food & Wine Society. www.vincentsoncamelback.com

Dining 6245 E Bell Rd Ste 101 Scottsdale, Arizona 85254 480.948.0008; (480) 951-2930 fax M-Su 11-2a “Great for All Sports Fans” The Arena Sports Grill is a local Scottsdale family oriented neighborhood restaurant that offers great food in a fun environment. From personal-sized pizza and wings, to steak, pasta & salads, the Arena offers something for everyone! Food, Sports, Games & Fun for the entire family. Come out and enjoy your favorite team while dining on our delicious food! We have something for everyone. www.arenasportsgrills.com

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attractions

ELKS THEATRE

DEL E WEBB PERFORMING ARTS

SHARLOT HALL MUSEUM

Entertainment-Professional Exhibition 117 E Gurley St Prescott, Arizona 86301 928.777.1370 Call for hours “National Register of Historical Places” The Prescott Elks Theatre and Performing Arts Center is a classically designed turn of the century opera house seating over 500. Completed in 1905 and listed on the National Register of Historical Places. It was one of many "Elks' Opera Houses" across the country, now over a hundred years later only one still exists. The Theatre in the beginning was the host to minstrel shows, balls, plays and Theatre. www.prescottelkstheater.com

Entertainment-Performance Stage 1090 S. Vulture Mine Rd Wickenburg, Arizona 85390 928.684.6624 Call for hours “We foster a lifelong relationship with the arts” The mission of the Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts is to present culturally diverse, live performing arts and educational experiences that inspire audiences and artistically transform our community. To make Wickenburg a destination where artists perform, live and create new work in a community that fosters a lifelong relationship with the arts. We allow the artist to create. www.dewpac.org

Attraction/Recreation-Cultural 415 W Gurley St Prescott, Arizona 86301 928.445.3122 Seasonal Hours “Arizona history adventure” Sharlot Hall Museum is an educational and cultural center, which fosters public and community understanding and appreciation of historical, social, and natural aspects of Arizona with emphasis on the Central Highlands. Sharlot Hall museum also promotes involvement in and support for research, collections, conservation, exhibits, and related programs. Come visit us today! www.sharlot.org

RAINBOW RYDERS

THUNDERBIRD ARTISTS

WAKES SURF AND WAKE SCHOOL

Attraction/Recreation-Recreational Sport 1725 W. Williams Dr., Ste. 39 Phoenix, Arizona 85027 480.299.0154 Call for hours “Hot air balloon rides” Fly with Rainbow Ryders for the experience of a lifetime! Book your sunrise hot air balloon ride, sunset balloon flight, or a private balloon ride in Phoenix. Invite your friends and family download and share our Phoenix balloon ride brochure. For more information on other things to see and do in the Phoenix/Scottsdale are after your balloon ride. Sunrise hot air balloon rides in Phoenix feature inspiring scenery. www.rainbowryders.com

Attraction/Recreation-Cultural 15648 N. Eagles Nest Dr. Fountain Hills, Arizona 85268 480.837.5637 Call for hours “Enhance the art culture” It is our mission to further enhance the art culture with the local communities by producing award-winning, sophisticated fine art festivals throughout the Phoenix metro area. Our festivals have developed a reputation as collector's shows, due to the unwavering standards that are applied during our jury process. We have built our reputation on trust and consistency. www.thunderbirdartists.com

Attraction/Recreation-Recreational Sport 14011 N. Bush Hwy. Mesa, Arizona 85215 480.241.1082 Call for hours “A passion turned into a business. Years ago, the idea of surfing in the desert was absurd. Today, surfing enthusiasts simply park their car, grab their day or season pass, and head down to the marina for a fun day on the lake. Boat charters are staffed with a professional coach with surf and wakeboard lessons available. Founder and CEO, Brandon Fish invites you to bring your friends and family to experience all that Wakes has to offer. www.wakespro.com

LOWELL OBSERVATORY

GRAND CANYON SKYWALK

HOT AIR EXPEDITIONS

Attraction/Recreation-Discovery Center 1400 W Mars Hill Rd Flagstaff, Arizona 86001 928.774.3358 Call for hours “Among the oldest observatories in the US” Lowell Observatory is an astronomical observatory established in 1894, placing it among the oldest observatories in the United States, and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1965. In 2011, the Observatory was named one of "The World's 100 Most Important Places" by TIME. It was at the Lowell Observatory that the dwarf planet Pluto was discovered in 1930 by Clyde Tombaugh. www.lowell.edu

Attraction/Recreation-Discovery Center Eagle Point Rd. Peach Springs, Arizona 86434 928.769.2636 Call for hours “Across the Grand Canyon sky” Walk among the clouds at the Grand Canyon Skywalk. See breathtaking sights. Located at Eagle Point, where the natural rock formation of an Eagle is prominently in view for all to see. This glass, horseshoe-shaped bridge, enables visitors to walk beyond the canyon walls at Grand Canyon West, suspending them 4,000 feet above the riverbed and providing an unparalleled view of this natural wonder. www.grandcanyonwest.com

Attraction/Recreation-Discovery Center 2243 E. Rose Garden Loop Phoenix, Arizona 85024 480.502.6999 Call for hours “Hot air balloon rides” Phoenix hot air balloon rides have been a favorite of tourists and native Arizonans for many years. Our hot air balloon rides over the beautiful Arizona desert will be awe-inspiring whether it is your first time or you are a repeat flyer. Our Phoenix area hot air balloon rides and excursions are perfect for corporate outings, birthdays, anniversaries, and special occasions of all kinds. www.hotairexpeditions.com

KARTCHNER CAVERNS

METEOR CRATER

PAPILLON HELICOPTERS

Attraction/Recreation-Tour 2980 S. Hwy 90 Benson, Arizona 85602 520.586.4100 Sunday - Saturday: 7:30am - 6pm “Arizona's gem” Kept secret since its discovery in 1974, Kartchner Caverns, 12 miles south of Benson, Arizona, was announced to the world in 1988. Still virtually pristine, this massive limestone cave has 13,000 feet of passages and two rooms as long as football fields. Opened as a state park November 12, 1999, this underground wilderness will remain protected while offering visitors a rare tour through multi-colored caves. www.azstateparks.com

Attraction/Recreation Interstate 40 Winslow, Arizona 86047 800.289.5898 Call for hours “ Best preserved meteorite impact site” Meteor Crater is the breath-taking result of a collision between a piece of asteroid traveling at 26,000 miles per hour and the planet Earth 50,000 years ago. It is nearly one mile across, 2.4 miles in circumference and more than 550 feet deep. It is an international tourist venue with outdoor observation trails, air conditioned indoor viewing, wide screen movie theater and Interactive Discovery Center. www.meteorcrater.com

Transportation-Helicopter 3568 Airport Rd Grand Canyon, Arizona 86023 928.638.2419 Call for hours “World's largest aerial sightseeing company” There are a lot of great things to see in the Grand Canyon. Whether you've lived in the area your entire life or this is the first time youve ever been here, well make sure you know all there is to know about the Canyon before you leave. You will learn how it was created, what kind of weather is found throughout the Canyon and even the wildlife that surrounds the area. www.papillon.com

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transportation & retail

GOOD TIMES ROLLIN

GRAND CANYON RAILWAY

LET'S GO OFF-ROAD!

Transportation-Bus 520.251.8767 Casa Grande, Arizona 85122 520.208.4445 Call for hours “Let the good times roll” Good Times Rollin' LLC accommodates group transportation throughout Arizona. Our unique shuttle/ party bus allows for comfort, fun, and face-to-face interactions for 12 passengers. Services range from shuttling for airports and dinners to wine tasting/ bar hopping. This bus turns any trip into a wonderful group experience. Reserve Good Times Rollin' for your next event or join us on an up-coming trip. www.goodtimesrollin.com

Destination-Park 1201 West Route 66, Ste. 200 Flagstaff, Arizona 86001 928.773.1976 Call for hours “All Aboard!” It's your time to take a legendary journey to an extraordinary place! The Grand Canyon Railway departs daily at 9:30 a.m. from Williams, Arizona. The train travels almost due north to the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. The trip measures 65 miles and takes 2 hours and 15 minutes each way - 45 minutes faster than in 1901 when the train made its first trip. All Aboard! www.thetrain.com

Entertainment-Sporting Event 12280 W Indian School Rd Litchfield Park, Arizona 85340 623.594.3640 Call for hours “We are a family that loves off-roading” We are a family that loves off-roading of all types, and enjoys sharing our outdoor experiences with other people. We found that we sometimes had a hard time finding anyone to go 4x4ing or trail riding on our dirt bikes or mountain bikes with, so we decided to create somewhere where everyone can go to find somewhere, and hopefully, someone in their area. www.letsgooffroad.com

CLASSY N SASSY BOUTIQUE

VERDE CANYON RAILWAY

OUTLETS AT ANTHEM

Shopping-Retail Center 220 W Goodwin Street Prescott, Arizona 86303 928.776.7467 Call for hours “Your favorite boutique” Welcome to the Classy N Sassy Boutique! Not all of our products are available in store, so please visit us online. We're located in the courtyard of the Old Firehouse Plaza in historic downtown Prescott, AZ. Stop in and visit us soon! We constantly shop for great styles and always have new pieces arriving! We specialize in beautiful ladies fashions designed to flatter every body type. www.classynsassyclothing.com

Attraction/Recreation-Tour 300 N Broadway Clarkdale, Arizona 86324 800.582.7245 Call for hours “It's not the destination, its the journey” The casual grace of train travel never goes out of style. From the moment you step aboard the fully restored vintage train, you are whisked back to a time of luxurious and leisurely train travel. This four hour excursion takes you on a 20-mile journey through 100 years of history. Choose from first class, caboose, or coach seating. There is also access to open air cars equipped with shaded canopies! www.verdecanyonrr.com

Shopping-Mall 4250 W Anthem Way Phoenix, Arizona 85086 623.465.9500 Call for hours “This outlet is in!” This mall has it all, from stores to food courts and everything in between. With stores like Coach, Ann Taylor, J Crew, Carters, Under Armour, Bose, Aeropostle, Columbia, The Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, and more! This place has it all and for way less than your average shopping mall. We bring the savings of the outlet mall, with the conveniences of other shopping malls. www.outletsanthem.com

CORNELIS HOLLANDER

SCOTTSDALE FASHION SQUARE

RARE EARTH GALLERY

Shopping-Specialty 4151 N. Marshall Way Scottsdale, Arizona 85251 480.423.5000 Call for hours “Wearable art in motion!” A native of the Netherlands, Cornelis Hollander studied art and jewelry design at the Vrije Academie in Den Haag, Holland. As a young graduate, he apprenticed for two years in Hatton Gardens, London's renowned jewelry district. Adventure then called young Cornelis to Johannesburg, South Africa, the diamond and gold capital of the world, where he opened his own studio. www.cornelishollander.com

Shopping-Mall 7014 E. Camelback Rd. Scottsdale, Arizona 85251 480.423.6943 M 10a-6p; Tu-Sa 10a-9p; Su 11a-6p “An upscale, luxury shopping mall” Scottsdale Fashion Square is an upscale, superregional luxury shopping mall located in Scottsdale, Arizona. It is the largest shopping mall in Arizona and the American Southwest, with approximately 2 million square feet (180,000 m) of retail space, and is among the top 30 largest malls in the country. It is one of the top 10 most profitable malls in the country with over $740 sales per square foot. www.fashionsquare.com

Attraction/Recreation-Event 38201 N Schoolhouse Rd Cave Creek, Arizona 85331 480.575.4360 Call for hours “Rare art from the treasure of the earth” At Rare Earth Gallery, as our name implies, we showcase rare art from the treasure of the earth. Epic, awe inspiring natural art is available like never before. Our magnificent pieces are perfect in your home, office, and as landscape decor, providing a lifetime of natural beauty and elegance. Come visit Rare Earth Gallery in Cave Creek, Arizona to see the mesmerizing and intriguing beauty. www.rareearthgallerycc.com

QUILT LTD

DESERT RIDGE MARKETPLACE

BABY LUX

Shopping-Specialty 7 Cam Otero Amado, Arizona 85646 800.255.2306 Call for hours “Quilts In Southern Arizona” Located in the Historic Village of Tubac, the first capitol of Arizona. It is presently the largest art center in Southern Arizona. Quilts Ltd. Gallery is nested in the center of Tubac's working artist street Camino Otero. A true Artistic expression awaits you. Clientele satisfaction is the secret to our success. For over 25 years we have exhibited the finest investment of quality Quilts in Southern Arizona. www.tubacquiltgallery.com

Shopping-Specialty 21001 Tatum Blvd Phoenix, Arizona 85050 480.513.7586 M-Sa 11a-9p; Su 11a-6p “We've got it all!” With 1.2 million square feet of retail space featuring outdoor fireplaces and unique water features, Desert Ridge Marketplace delivers an interactive shopping, dining and entertainment experience in a vibrant, high-energy outdoor setting you'll want to come back to again and again. From apparel and appliances to food and furniture, Desert Ridge Marketplace has everything youre looking for! www.shopdesertridge.com

Shopping-Specialty 20789 N. Pima Rd., Ste. 125 Scottsdale, Arizona 85255 866.686.4636 Call for hours “Inspired with love” Welcome to BabyLux, a unique luxury boutique catering to infants - size 8. Our mission is to provide our Mommies with top quality infant items combined with superior customer service. Owners guarantee that our customers babies will never wear anything that their own children would not. We commit to continuously seek the highest quality, yet fashionable items available today. www.babyluxonline.com

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Advertiser Index ARTS & CULTURE

Alex Art Glass..........................30

Arizona Fine Art Expo..............35

Bronze Concepts.....................27

Colleen Sullivan Everett - Artist.29

CHAMBER / OFFICE OF TOURISM

City of Chandler - Economic Development Division.............43

City of Peoria..........................18

City Of Surprise - Sports Tourism . & Special Events Div................32

Dusty Shutt - Artist..................35

Coolidge Chamber of Commerce... 36

Gary Moser - Artist...................34

Cottonwood Chamber of . Commerce..............................45

Jerry Locke - Artist..................28

John Steadman - Artist............34

Julie Glassman - Artist.............38

Kim Obrzut - Artist..................40

Kinman Studios.......................37

Meg Harper Art........................34

Michael McKee - Artist..............33

Stone Creek Designs................28

Thunderbird Artists.................31

Unusual Earrings.....................30

Whispering Impressions...........29

Discover Marana......................55

The City of Prescott Office of Tourism..................................48

CLOTHING

Baby Lux..................................3

DINING

5 & Diner - Phx........................19

Arena Sports Grill....................59

Boulders on Broadway.............41

Upper Crust Pizza & Patio Wine Bar - North.... 15

ENTERTAINMENT

Apache Gold Casino Resort.......63

Apache Sky Casino....................4

Cliff Castle Casino Hotel...........24

Cliff Castle Casino Hotel...........64

Del E Webb Performing Arts Center.... 9

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts.50

Lowell Observatory.................62

Twin Arrows Casino Resort.......53

Twin Arrows Casino Resort.........7

Wakes Pro...............................15

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ARIZONA

JEWELRY

ARIZONA

Cornelis Hollander....................2

LODGING

Hassayampa Inn......................52

Ponderosa Hotel Group............51

MEDIA

Image Awareness....................33

MUSEUM

Sharlot Hall Museum...............46

RETAIL

Buffalo Collection....................39

Quilts LTD...............................15

Rare Earth Gallery.....................5

SERVICES

Good Times Rollin' LLC............19

Redstone Properties................47

SPORTS

Let's Go Offroad......................11

TOURS

advertising inquiries

Online

Hot Air Expeditions.................41

Rainbow Ryders, Inc................16

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