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Jan. 28-30, Symphony Hall This thrilling, famed opera following the story of Carmen and Don Jose will make its return to Phoenix, telling a story of love, jealousy and everything in between. Audiences will recognize popular scores by French composer Georges Bizet. Times vary. Starting at $30. www.azopera.org.
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addition to live artist demonstrations and traditional bagpipe performances. 6:30-9 p.m. Free. www.scottsdalegalleries.com. Brainiac Bash Jan. 14, The Chateau Luxe A night of glitz and glamour awaits at this soiree, hosted by Brain Injury Alliance Arizona supporting brain health. Ballroom professionals from Paradise Valley’s Fred Astaire Studio, in addition to prominent locals, will take the dance floor to perform routines. Guests will be especially entranced as Nikki Bella of The Bella Twins performs with her fiance Artem Chigvintsev, professional from Dancing With The Stars. 6-10 p.m. General admission, $250; VIP Zone, $750. www.biaaz.org. The Temptations & The Four Tops Jan. 14, Arizona Federal Theatre Two legendary bands will join forces for one night of classics. An essential component of the original Motown machine, The Temptations have been performing pop, blues, Broadway and jazz hits for more than 50 years. Originally called the Four Aims, The Four Tops band is also known for its soulful Motown songs. Starting at $49.50. www. arizonafederaltheatre.com.
Future for KIDS 20th Annual Golf Classic Jan. 7, Whirlwind Golf Club Swing into the weekend with this annual golf tournament, benefitting local nonprofit Future for KIDS. The day will kick off with registration and a shotgun start, then a round on the links. Golfers can expect a hot dog cart, bloody marys, beer and soft drinks, contests, a raffle, two mulligans and a golf gift. The event will be capped off with a dinner and awards ceremony. Proceeds will go toward the organization’s mission to provide mentor driven out-of-school time
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programs and camps that focus on academics, athletic and ethics to improve the lives of youth facing adversity. 10 a.m. $50 per golfer. www.futureforkids.org.
can be found throughout the garden and dogs must be on leash, licensed and up to date on vaccinations. 7-11 a.m. Included with general admission. www.dbg.org.
Dog Days at the Garden Jan. 9, 23 & 30, Desert Botanical Garden Bring your furry friend for a day of strolling the botanicals on select Sunday mornings this month. Pets and their paw-rents are invited to walk the trails, heel for photo opps and meet other dogs and dog lovers while taking in the beauty of the garden. Hydration stations
Gold Palette Artwalk Jan. 13, Old Town Scottsdale Scottsdale Gallery Association will start the year on a sweet note as guests meander along Main Street and Marshall Way, enjoying different styles of art at their own pace. This month’s Gold Palette ArtWalk them, themed “Demonstration… and Donuts” will feature donut tastings at select galleries in
Copper State Beer Festival Jan. 15, Riverview Park Indulge in the largest craft beer and food festival in Mesa, where over 50 brewery, distillery and winery vendors will gather for a day to remember. Attendees will also enjoy food trucks, a marketplace and live entertainment featuring performances by local artists Josh West Trio and Hirwin Benitez. Tickets include a souvenir sample glass and 10 samples of beer or wine. VIP tickets will get attendees an additional five samples as well as early admission entry at noon. 1-5 p.m. Starting at $40. www. copperstatebeerfest.com. Life’s Big Win Jan. 15, Sunbar Enjoy a live music experience while paying it forward. Headlined by multi Grammy Award-nominated musician, DJ and record producer Kaskade, this event will benefit the Chandler Kimball Foundation to raise awareness of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) degenerative brain disease. In addition to Kaskade’s full set, reggae artist The Expendables and musician and live electronic artist Bardz will take the stage. There
