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This season, Arizona will host the Super Bowl for the third time in less than 20 years.

With more than 160 viewers in 180 countries, the Super Bowl is the most watched TV program in the U.S.

Each year, attending ASU will cost an in-state student approximately $19,838, while an out-of-state student’s tuition will be approximately $33,091.

Arizona’s economy is projected to make more than $500 million during the weekend of Super Bowl XLIX.

Kobe Bryant is now the NBA’s third highest scorer ever with 32,293 points.

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Phoenix area most-recognized for job growth, study says

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On Top of the Game Resume builders for pre-law and pre-med students Christina Caldwell • College Times

Christina Caldwell • College Times The hot summer temperatures might be enough to drive you away, but if you’re a 2015 grad, you might want to stay right here in the Phoenix area.

After college the race begins to move to big cities to pursue big opportunities.

Popular destinations for grads include New York City and Los Angeles, but you might want to think twice before you pack those boxes. The land of opportunity could be right here in the Valley.

Three Phoenix-area cities are ranked among the 10 best places to find a job in the U.S., according to a WalletHub study.

Scottsdale ranked No. 9, Chandler No. 6 and Gilbert No. 3, making it the mostrecognized area in the country for job growth. Tucson, on the other hand, was ranked as the eighth-worst area in the U.S. for job growth.

Cities were ranked by two different categories—the “job market” rank and “socioeconomic environment” rank, and were analyzed across different 16 metrics. Gilbert and Chandler ranked second and fourth for highest median annual income when adjusted for cost of living. Gilbert was also ranked third in the country for the lowest unemployment rate for high school graduates and fourth for highest housing affordability.

So what does it all mean for you?

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right here in the Valley with a lower cost of living. As the job outlook across the country changes, with approximately 220,000 jobs projected to be added to the economy each month in 2015, Gilbert, Chandler and Scottsdale are at the center of it all.

It’s also the most optimistic time to be an undergrad in recent years.

Eighty percent of employers will hire graduates with bachelor’s degrees in 2015, according to The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), compared to 2.9 percent of employers who say they’ll hire associate’s grads and 14.2 percent who say they’ll hire master’s grads. Salaries will also be raised 3.7 percent for class of 2015 grads, according to NACE, and the hiring of college grads is projected to increase by 8.3 percent overall.

Of course, your likelihood of getting hired also depends largely on your major and areas of expertise. Business, engineering, computer sciences, math and communications will be most in demand, in that order, according to NACE. Social sciences, humanities, agriculture, healthcare and education are next in line.

With all of this good news, you might be able to avoid the post-grad slump that many grads in recent years experienced.

Heck, you might not even have to move back in with your parents!

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Some students have it all figured out from the get-go. You know the ones—they’re the studious types who knew they wanted to be doctors in high school.

Undergrad coursework has a habit of beating the ambition out of those students, but some squeak through. And if you’re one of them, you’ll want to prepare for the next step in your education long before you graduate with your undergrad degree.

A successful career is all about preparation, and these jobs, internships and experiences will help you learn what you need to know to get into grad school easily.

For law-track students

So you wanna be a lawyer? Join the club.

When the recession hit, many bachelor’s graduates went back to law school just to bide some time and stay out of a slumping job market. So if you want to be a lawyer, you need to set yourself apart from the crowd.

• Study abroad. If you want to be a lawyer, politician or judge, you better be experienced in the ways of the world.

Learning how another culture operates opens your horizons to new ideas, and an open mind and cultured personality is a plus in law school.

• Become a page. The competition for state and national page programs is fierce, but once you’re in, you have the ability to rub shoulders and make impressions on senators and congressmen who might even be open to writing you a letter of recommendation for law school.

• Succeed in leadership roles. Whether you become the editor of the school newspaper or the treasurer of student government, leadership roles are essential to, well... leading. School leadership roles are where you can work out your management kinks without being in the limelight.

For medical-track students

What do you call a medical student who graduates at the bottom of his class?

Doctor. But you don’t want to be that guy—you want to be the best of the best.

Get on board with these opportunities as an undergrad and they’ll lead you to a successful school, internship, residency and eventually, a fat, rewarding paycheck.

• Find an internship at a research lab.

This might seem like grad student work, but qualified undergrads can help professors and professionals with research work. Even if you’re the low man on the totem pole, a research lab is a good place to be for an undergrad.

• Shadow physicians. Ask around for referrals to friendly physicians that wouldn’t mind you shadowing them. Ask tons of questions, and in the end, you might get a nice letter of recommendation for your efforts.

• Volunteer. If you’re going to be a doctor, you should learn how to be around sick people. Volunteering at your local hospital or hospice will show compassion. Odds are you’ll find this to be a rewarding experience as you get to know the doctor and patients around you—not just another resume builder.

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All Grown Up Dominique Del Grosso • College Times When you were a kid, it’s not likely that you were allowed to do whatever you wanted whenever you wanted. Growing up usually came with a lot of

Hilaro Espinoza, 21 “[My parents] wouldn’t let me go out. They would always say that you have to be home by this time, and now I have the privilege of getting home pretty much whenever. They still call or whatever, but I have that freedom.”

ASU students divulge what they indulge in now that they’re free from the wrath of parents

rules—rules that we didn’t always like following. But the best part of reaching adulthood is that you’re only technically accountable to the rules you set and choose to live by.

Being an adult rules. You can eat candy for

Kendal Casarez, 21 “It was hanging out with friends. It was always like school, school, school in high school, and I guess being contained in the house and them not letting me do much.

When I finally moved away, I went crazy. I hung out with my friends and became a huge social butterfly.”

Jacques Villars, 21 “Video games. I don’t indulge in them anymore, but my mom never let me have video games, so I bought that as soon as I could. A dog—My mom never let me have a dog. Now I have a dog.”

breakfast and rollerblade through the house if you want! College Times asked ASU students to rewind and dish about what they weren’t allowed to indulge in as a kid but now do so as an adult.

Tessa Nelson, 20 “Going out.”

Shanaya Pinto, 19 “Definitely going out.”

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Owen Baldner, 18 “So, my parents didn’t really restrict me from doing anything. They were under the firm belief that if you keep your kids really closed off, when they go off to college they’re not really prepared to be on their own. So, they were just kinda like, ‘Tell us what you’re doing. Keep us in the loop, and let us know.’ As long as I was being safe, and they didn’t feel like it was too bad, they were just like, ‘You can do whatever.’”

2. Wear a dress so small and tight that it could double as a child’s BandAid. Ideally the dress would be black, but if you have to get creative, silver and gold work, too.

Courtney Mally, 18 “I was never really restricted from anything as a child. My parents and I have a very open and honest relationship, but they’ve told me from a very young age that piercings and tattoos weren’t necessarily a good choice. So a month into college, I went and got ear piercings. That was my little rebellion.”

Kat Chapman, 18 “When we were younger, my parents were more strict about going to church and religion, and as we got older, they were more open about us exploring. When we were younger, we listened to more conservative type music, so as I got older, I explored more pop music and stuff that’s more risqué.”

3. Practice your flirting skills.

The key here is to look just drunk enough for the bouncer to think you might be willing to do anything to get in.

4. Reconsider your priorities in life and just stay home to watch the Puppy Bowl in your yoga pants.

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Everything you need to know about Apple Pay Jasmine Kemper • College Times

Life in Order

Apps to organize your life and make you more efficient in the classroom Hayli Metter • College Times For a lot of students, classwork and procrastination often go hand in hand.

With social life, jobs, nightlife and the Internet often taking priority for most 20-somethings, it’s easy for school to fall on the back burner.

Luckily, geniuses in the app world know this, and they’ve come up with a few easy solutions for students at the touch of a button. Here are five easy, helpful and FREE apps to help keep you organized and focused in the classroom.

Evernote Some consider this app to be the king of organization, and with good reason.

Evernote allows users to save notes, web articles, images and documents all in a single app, while also syncing to other places such as laptops and tablets so that your work is with you wherever you go. Evernote also offers multiple upgrades and enhanced features for a monthly subscription of $5 to $10.

Wunderlist If you ever find yourself in a group project, this app will make communication far easier. It offers the ability to make lists, take notes and share them with other users of the app. It also has a comments section, where users can communicate back and forth about their work. One of the best selling points on Wunderlist, however, is that once your notes are finished or project is complete, you can print all your lists directly from the app.

Timeful For those who have difficulty managing time, Timeful is your new best friend.

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actually learns about you and your lifestyle habits. Don’t like working after 7 p.m.? After a few rejected suggestions, Timeful will stop offering and instead learn other times of the day you would rather do certain tasks based on when you accept them. It connects to other calendars you have while letting you add new appointments and tasks, all the while suggesting appropriate times for them to be completed. It tracks all of your information, providing you with knowledge of how often you do things and when you do them.

Dropbox This one might be obvious, but Dropbox’s functionality is undeniable. One of the negative things about electronics is that, eventually, their batteries die. So sometimes, going from class to class to back home, there is always the chance that notes will be taken on another device such as a tablet if your laptop dies. Luckily, Dropbox allows users to keep all files in one place. Take notes on your smartphone, tablet or laptop, and once finished, just drop them into your Dropbox folder for easy accessibility.

Pomodoro Keeper For those who struggle to stay focused for more than a certain amount of time, Pomodoro Keeper could be your saving grace. Simply put, it’s a timer that tells you how long to focus and when to take a break. It tells the user to work in chunks of 25 minutes, each chunk called a “Pomodoro,” while taking small breaks in between, and to take a long break after four Pomodoros. Easy to use and customizable with different goals, sounds and colors, it’s a great app to help make sure you get the job done.

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“Your wallet. Without the wallet.”

That is what Apple is hyping about its newest feature, Apple Pay. Let your iPhone 6 (or Apple Watch, or iPad) do the work for you.

The technology isn’t a new one, but it is new to Apple products. Android and Windows products have incorporated NFC, or Near Field Communication technology, in their phones, smart watches and tablets in recent years. (It’s the same technology that allows Android users to “beam” web pages and files to one another.)

In the midst of recent hacking incidents, including Sony’s leaked emails and the iCloud’s own hack on celebrity nude photos, how are we expected to trust a company with our credit card information? Apple assures its users that though it is new technology, it is a lot safer than other forms of payment out there, and here’s why: Apple Pay uses NFC, which allows two devices to communicate and share information with each other. With this, you can simply hold your phone over the card reader using “contactless payment technology,” and your phone will access the card on file. Does this mean anyone can use your phone to pay? Not exactly.

Your fingerprint is needed on the Touch ID for verification while you pay, so no one but you can pay with your card information... unless they can fake your fingerprint.

On the iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus, there is no a need to turn the phone display on when paying. Holding your phone over the reader should allow a payment to go through automatically, Apple says, as long as your finger is on the Touch ID, of course. A vibration and a beep let you know if the transaction went through successfully.

The ability to add multiple cards to your Apple Pay is another element that Apple has dished out. Accepted cards include Visa, MasterCard and American Express. If you already have the

Passbook app, the information should transfer over. On your iTunes account, the card on file can be transferred to Passbook as well. The multiple card feature can be accessed under “Passbook & Apple Pay” in the settings.

The biggest characteristic of Apple Pay that sets it apart from other “contactless” payment options is its assigned account numbers. Each time you make a purchase, a special “device account number” is given to that transaction.

This number cannot be replicated and is changed every time.

This means your actual card number is never given to anyone, and no one has access to any of your information—not even Apple. If someone attempts to use that device account number, the payment will be declined, Apple says. You can even delete all of the information in your phone or any other device remotely if it happens to get lost or stolen.

Within its first three days of launching, 1 million credit cards were signed up for Apple Pay, according to Apple CEO Tom Cook. Apple Pay is currently accepted at hundreds of banks, apps and hundreds of thousands of stores— and is expected to grow.

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So what’s the best way to help the homeless?

Make an impact that matters!

Rebecca Pringle, director of communication and development for the Arizona Coalition to End Homelessness (AzCEH), suggests tactics for helping the homeless that have a lasting impact.

• “If you donate to a local organization or shelter, make sure you check out their need items page or call ahead to make sure that they are items that can be of use. If you donate items that can’t be used, you unintentionally end up providing more work for the organizations.”

• “Unrestricted monetary donations are always useful for organizations to be able to buy individualized items as they arise.”

Helping the homeless doesn’t always mean giving to panhandlers, experts say Dominique Del Grosso • College Times When approached by someone who asks for money, food or whatever contribution possible, it can be tricky to know how to appropriately handle the situation. Most people don’t make a point to engage with strangers in public, as the belief in “stranger danger” is standard.

And a similar reaction is true toward the person standing next to your idle vehicle at an intersection, who is also holding a clever sign that solicits help.

There is so much said about what to do and not to do in those situations. It can be confusing for compassionate people who want to help, but don’t know if giving cash on the street is the right way to do it.

Rebecca Pringle, director of communication and development for the Arizona Coalition to End Homelessness (AzCEH), says that the answer about what to do isn’t the same for every person. AzCEH doesn’t encourage or discourage cash, food or assistance. They do, however, educate the community about the possible outcomes and options available to those who want to be part of the solution.

“Arguably the money you give a panhandler could have a greater

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impact if it were directed toward an organization that can provide the array of resources that individuals need,” she says. “The Coalition doesn’t discourage or encourage giving money to individuals on the streets. We simply remind people that it is a personal choice to give, and if you choose to do so, then give freely and without stipulations for how you feel those funds should be spent.”

Panhandling, or the act of soliciting strangers for money in public spaces, is not illegal, but the Phoenix City Council recently made panhandling near traffic illegal in November 2014.

Monica Hernandez, a public information officer with the City of Phoenix and Phoenix Street Transportation Department, says that the department feels strongly about traffic safety.

Although the ordinance may have a negative impact on the funds collected by panhandlers, their job is to evaluate and help ensure safety above all else.

“We understand that it’s a sensitive issue, yet we have a responsibility to ensure safety on our roadways for every user,” she says. “As with anything regarding roadway safety, [Phoenix Street Transportation Department] is at the table and part of the discussion. No matter

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what, our goal is to ensure safety.”

If a person is caught standing on traffic medians, police officers will give a warning and provide education about the ordinance and the dangers of the behavior. On a second offense, a $250 civil fine will be issued. On the third offense, a criminal misdemeanor charge will be issued.

Pringle says that the ordinance is concerning because it will negatively impact panhandlers who are also homeless and potentially continue to perpetuate the issue.

“Bureaucratic ordinances like these will increase unnecessary administrative barriers to accessing housing for these individuals. Preemptively though, the Coalition has worked with the city to have worked into both the official and internal procedures a requirement that an official written warning be given to first offenses, offering an educational opportunity to individuals experiencing homelessness who may otherwise not even be educated on the change to ordinances,” she says.

Although standing on medians is no longer legal, the act of panhandling in other public spaces is still protected under the First Amendment.

In the end, if a person is asking for help, they probably really do need some.

• “Register to vote, follow the issues, contact your city, state, and federal representatives and encourage them to not criminalize homelessness, [and to] restore the state housing trust fund and advocate for funding preventative services.”

• “Studies have shown that it is cheaper to give someone a house than it is to have individuals engaging with emergency services, send them to prison or even a temporary shelter.

Pathways to Housing breaks down tax payers costs with having people live on the streets at pathwaystohousing.org/ our-model.”

• Volunteer with the local organization of your choosing. If you can’t donate money, your time is the next best thing.

• Get involved. “Register to help with the Point-In-Time Street (PIT) count.

The PIT Count is a snap shot taken once a year across the country to capture the state of homelessness in a community on a given single night. Volunteers break into teams to engage with individuals experiencing homelessness and survey their situation during the early morning hours. The PIT count is crucial to the Federal Budget and helps determine how funds and resources are distributed to states and counties.” Email coalition@azceh.org for more information.

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Dominique Del Grosso • College Times Super Bowl Sunday is about to heat up.

This annual game between the NFL’s two best teams is greeted with heavy doses of anticipation, as it’s a time to celebrate in a big way.

University of Phoenix Stadium will host the Super Bowl XLIX, which also means that the Valley will play host to the hottest celebrities, world’s most gorgeous models, chart-topping musicians, accomplished athletes and the elite of society at the most massive Super Bowl parties of the year.

Even if you don’t have the cash flow to grant you an insider’s party pass, be on the lookout because you might just happen to spot a number of these coveted stars in real life.

Super Bowl Central

For five days straight, Downtown Phoenix will be the epicenter for family-friendly Super Bowl entertainment. From Jefferson to Van Buren streets and First Avenue to Fifth Street, the 12-block area will light up with awesomeness. Hosting merchants, restaurants, local food trucks, beer and wine gardens, a concert stage, network broadcast stages, an interactive fan theme park and a nightly fireworks show, among much more, the entertainment will be buzzing. You’ll know you’re there when you reach the 7,000 pound football statue located on Central Avenue and Washington Street.

Downtown Phoenix, Wednesday, January 28 to Sunday, February 1

Ditka & Jaws Cigars with the Stars

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The big game’s biggest blowouts NFL quarterback turned ESPN football analyst Ron “Jaws” Jaworski will host an all-star evening that will include cigars, football talk and banter with some of the biggest football names of past and present.

The list of confirmed celebrities and famous players is extensive—think Troy Aikman— ensuring the Super Bowl anticipation will be at its peak. Expect a red carpet entrance, a premium bar, appetizers, cigars from the industry’s best brands, single-malt scotch and entertainment.

Dos Gringos, 4209 N. Craftsman Court, Scottsdale, jawscigarparty.com, Thursday, January 29, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., $500-$15,500

Playboy Super Bowl Party

One thing is sure: hot women and men will be in attendance. This party will be on fire, as guests have the chance to mingle with Playboy’s hottest Playmates and models. Expect a red carpet entrance, an open bar, which will serve top-shelf alcohol, delicious eats and some sexy swagger.

Celebrity sightings abound with likely A-list appearances. In the past, appearances from Kanye West, Usher, Lil Jon were commonplace. Get hot and sweaty to the tunes of DJ Irie and Nelly.

W Scottsdale, 7277 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, 480.970.2100, wscottsdalehotel.com, Friday, January 30, 10 p.m., up to $1,800

ESPN Next Party

Looking to rub shoulders with the music industry’s elites, Hollywood’s top stars and biggest names in sports history? The ESPN Next Party is the place to see and be seen.

Regarded as the party that hosts the most

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Steven Tyler will headline the Rolling Stone shindig.

athletes, this invite-only event promotes the annual release by Next Magazine. Including a celebrity guest list, expect entertainment by big name artists.

WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, 480.666.5522, westworldaz.com, Friday, January 30, 10 p.m., price undisclosed

options and mingling amongst the young and beautiful is only a few thousand dollars away.

Bentley Gallery, 215 E. Grant Street, Phoenix, 480.946.6060, bentleygallery. com, Saturday, January 31, 9 p.m., $495-$950, $4,000-$6,500 reserved tables

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Rolling Stone Super Bowl Party

Get ready to party at this all-access event.

The sexy soiree will be a night to remember with hot bodies, tantalizing conversation and even hotter… did we mention bodies!?

Co-hosted by Behati Prinsloo and Lily Aldridge, this party is going to be one gorgeous event. With a performance by Cobra Starship, guests can sip on premium cocktails, spirits and hors d’oeuvres. And for a baller who can flex big bucks, a VIP table service reservation has all-inclusive bottle service.

Bentley Gallery, 215 E. Grant Street, Phoenix, 480.946.6060, bentleygallery. com, Friday, January 30, 9 p.m., $495$950, and $4,000-$6,500 reserved tables

Maxim Super Bowl Party

Arizona—and the Valley in particular—is well-known for its bevy of beautiful men and women. Complete with tight abs, bronzed skin and bleached blond babes, this party is the place to mingle. Maxim is known for its Hometown Hottie pages, but at this party, the crowd will be full of the real deal, no magazine airbrushing required. The Maxim Super Bowl event is so exclusive and secret that no details are being released. There is rumor it will be hosted in an airport hanger in Scottsdale, and Jay-Z may be performing.

This par-tay is invite-only.

Airport Hanger TBD, Saturday, January 31, 9 p.m., price undisclosed

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Bringing sexy back with not one but two Leather and Laces parties for Super Bowl XLIX, Leather and Laces 2 is a sexy soiree on repeat. With a reputation as one of the Super Bowl’s hottest parties, the event, taking place at the Bentley Gallery, won’t disappoint. This year the swanky Saturday event is co-hosted by the world’s most beautiful bods: Adriana Lima and Erin Heatherton. Don’t be fooled—this party is as classy as it is sexy, especially so with a performance by Cobra Starship. Known to draw a large crowd—a cool 2,500 people— tables, private cabanas and other reserved

What’s better than a party thrown by the magazine that’s the pinnacle of pop culture?

Steven Tyler himself will headline this overthe-top soiree. Teaming up with Bacardi, Rolling Stone is throwing a bash known as the Bacardi Bash at XLVI. Guaranteeing that the biggest names in Hollywood and in the music industry will be in attendance, rubbing shoulders with the industry’s finest will make this party the one with heavy hitting swagger.

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Don’t flip the channel—stay right here! Nothing says party like amazing entertainment and high-energy guests. This massive and exclusive event is typically invite-only—unless of course you’re a lucky ticket holder. Enjoy premium alcohol or signature cocktails, an abundance of amazing food and entertainment that will keep spirits and celebrations hyped.

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SPORTS LISTINGS Phoenix Suns vs. Los Angeles Clippers Our Phoenix Suns will be challenging the Los Angeles Clippers on home territory again.

For any basketball fan, this game will not be one to miss, so get there early to avoid crowds so you don’t miss any of the action!

U.S. Airways Center, 201 E. Jefferson Street, 602.379.2000, Sunday, January 25, 4 p.m., prices vary Waste Management Phoenix Open The annual golf tournament is always guaranteed to be a great time, even for those who don’t like golf. The infamous Tiger Woods will be making an appearance on the green this year, but it’s probably safe to say he’ll be keeping things strictly professional, ladies. Make sure to stop by the 16th hole for a good time, as it’s always the rowdiest and most exciting of the 18. Don’t forget to stop by the Bird’s Nest after party to catch performances by Kid Rock, Darius Rucker, and Grammy Award-winning DJ Afrojack!

TPC of Scottsdale, 17020 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale, 602.870.0163, Thursday, January 29 through Sunday, February 1, wmphoenix.com, $30-$50

Arizona Snowbowl looks to hook first-time ski and snowboarders Dominique Del Grosso • College Times The month of January is National Ski and Snowboard month, and it’s a time that celebrates skiers and snowboarders of all levels. Taking a cue from the annual celebration, Arizona Snowbowl encourages Arizonans—both novice and veteran snow sport enthusiasts—to hit the slopes and honor winter sports.

Jason Stratton, director of sales and marketing at Arizona Snowbowl, says that the resort offers “learn to ski and snowboard” packages. The two packages offer the same basics, but the number of lessons is what mainly sets the two apart. The goal behind the learn to ski and snowboard packages is that a ski or snowboarding novice can take it slow, without needing to invest in a season pass, snow gear and time spent with consistent trips to the slopes first.

“We have two programs that work for first timers. One is a one-day program that includes a lift ticket,

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rental equipment and two-hour lesson at $95,” he says. “The other option that we have for those who want to learn is a three-day package, which gives you the flexibility to use the package on any three days that work best for a person’s life and calendar.”

The three-day learn to ski and snowboard package provides exactly what the one-day package does, except it lends flexibility. And, the number of days assigned to these programs isn’t arbitrary. The one-day package is to give the first timer a taste of the sport and turn them on to the basics. Stratton says the reasoning behind the three-day lesson package is that statistics from the Professional Ski Instructors of America suggest that when a person tries the sport only one time with one lesson, there is a 50/50 chance of staying in the sport. But when completing three lessons, however, the likelihood of staying in the sport is much higher because each time, comfort increases and the

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beginnings of confidence emerge.

“It takes about three days to be able to master the basics to keep up with the sport,” Stratton says. “It’s not just confidence. It’s also the fact that you’re with a dedicated, professional instructor.”

Open since 1938, Arizona Snowbowl calls the San Francisco Peaks home, located just outside Flagstaff. The commute between Phoenix and the resort generally takes approximately two hours, and the resort offers a larger percentage of beginner and intermediate runs than advanced runs, which comes as a benefit to first-timers.

On average, Arizona Snowbowl receives 260 inches of snowfall each year, and typically, the season lasts until mid-April.

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ASU Basketball vs. University of Arizona Whether you like basketball or not, this is one rivalry game you won’t want to miss.

After suffering a tough loss to the Wildcats in early January, come and support the Arizona State Sun Devils as they fight to bring back the glory against Arizona. After the Sun Devils put down the nearly undefeated Wildcats last year at the Territorial Cup by a mere three points, this rivalry game will be one for the books at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe.

Wells Fargo Arena, 600 E. Veterans Way, Tempe, 480.965.3482, thesundevlis.com, Friday, January 30, 6 p.m., prices vary Super Bowl XLIX One of the biggest, if not the biggest event to come to Arizona this year, Super Bowl XLIX is just around the corner. Tickets are a bargain at $5,000 each, but if you can’t find the spare change to make it to this year’s big game, there are plenty of places locally to watch, eat and have a drink—or all three. However, if you can swing an easy five grand, the game will be held at Glendale’s University of Phoenix stadium—though you’ll miss out on all the commercials.

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Student Voices >>> Bidding you good luck on bid day Lyle Maxson • College Times If you’re in college, it’s impossible not to hear about rush week.

Fraternities and sororities will wear their Lyle Maxson matching shirts, matching smiles and give you their matching pitch about why their organization is great.

It’s the special time of year where anxious freshman pile into the upper floor of ASU’s Memorial Union to get a glimpse of what Greek Life has to offer. Rush week works differently for fraternities and sororities, but here’s my experience with rushing frats. Proceed with caution, should you choose it as your path for the next four years.

Most are surprised by the salesmen-like approach of each frat as you walk around overcrowded rooms looking at each house’s booth of accomplishments and what they have to offer. This is the first and last time during the semester you’ll feel like you’re in a position of power. You’ll collect schedules of events to attend for whatever fraternity sparked your interest and leave in a hurry.

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The remaining week consists of tons of all-dude outings. “Meet the bros” is an interchangeable term for the week as you get to know the members of each house.

This, like most things, is just a ploy. I would suggest really getting to know “the bros” by going out to party with them one night, or being with them on campus.

These events are geared toward recruitment, so all bullies or pretentious upperclassmen will either not attend or be on their best behavior. Try to find the real “bros” behind the facade of what they call “man flirting.” What you should realize is that the seniors in the fraternity have been doing this for going on six or seven semesters, and in that time they’ve gotten really good at recruiting. The more pledges, the better the house looks, and the less the active members have to actually do throughout the semester.

As the end of the week winds down, you realize that the most important day of your college social career is fast approaching— bid day. This day is the epitome of college judgment. Based on your first or second impression, these fraternities decide whether you’re a worthy pledge for their house. I did say pledge, not join. This is your official invitation to potentially get accepted into the trials and tribulations of the semester ahead of you.

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laptops and names on a spreadsheet of who is going where. Everyone is anxiously standing in line and anticipation turns into mild panic as the eager freshmen start to notice that some kids are not getting selected at all.

Everyone is nervous because the chance of their favorite fraternity not

choosing them. Little did they realize the option of not getting selected at all! If you are somewhat normal and attended a few events, most likely one of the ten plus fraternities will give you a chance.

But prepare yourself from the beginning, because pledging starts the night of bid day, and I bid you good luck!

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Debate: Obama’s proposal for free community college First word: Dear Old Fart, I graduated college in 2009, which was the beginning of what was probably worst time to graduate in recent years.

I had the internship experience, real-life wherewithal to find a job and a positive attitude. I was sure I was the exception to the “we’re not hiring” rule. And surprise! I wasn’t.

As hard as it was for me, it was even harder for those with a less education as people with college degrees started accepting lower-paying, lower-skilled jobs to make ends meet. That left lowereducated individuals in the lurch.

When I grew up, the question wasn’t if I’ll go to college but where I’ll go to college. In that respect, I’ve lived a life of privilege, but not everyone is as lucky as I was. For lower-income individuals, college seems futile. Odds are they won’t be able to afford it, so there’s no use in attempting to get there. Heck, why not quit high school, since a bright future isn’t ahead?

At the same time, I saw so many people in a four-year college that didn’t belong there. They didn’t take it seriously, didn’t have interest in any majors offered, and instead of finding their skills in job-applicable studies, they found their talents in the bottom of a bottle.

When I first heard about President Obama’s proposal to offer two years of free community college to “responsible students” with a GPA of 2.5 or higher, I was initially hesitant. Call it “free” if you want, but someone, somewhere has to pay for it, and odds are it’s going to be the taxpayer. Would it be worth it?

Education is exactly where our tax dollars should be spent. Whether it’s elementary or higher education, a better-educated population leads to a smoother-running society. Budget cuts have trickled down to our schools in a crippling way, forcing high schools to run on pennies, with students receiving the kind of education that the government paid for. But the minds of our young

people shouldn’t come from the bargain bin, and as the cost of higher education rises, there needs to be an affordable opportunity for college for smart, capable people living paycheck-topaycheck.

The White House estimates that 9 million students could benefit from this proposal, saving an average of $3,800 a year. That means single moms would have $3,800 more to feed their children if they chose to go to school to make a better life for themselves and their kids.

In addition to the proposal, Obama wants to expand technical training through the American Technical Training Fund. Many students do not belong in a four-year college—not for lack of intelligence but lack of interest.

An entire generation was told that a university education was the “right” thing to do to get a high paying job, when jobs in plumbing, electrical or refrigeration are often higher paying and more economically stable. I think this “university isn’t for everyone, but higher education should be” attitude could push us back toward a manufacturing-based, blue collar economy filled with practical thinkers that will act as its foundation.

The fact is that if you want a smart, innovative, diverse workforce, you need to give people opportunities who never normally have opportunities. Give people a glimmer of hope and they’ll rise to your expectations, but if we continue to keep college exclusive to the financially “worthy,” it’s a recipe for disaster.

The details of the proposal are still being released, and my full support of it hinges on the “how much of a burden will this put on the taxpayer” question.

However, I know I’m willing to pay a little bit more in taxes for the greater good. Call that “socialism” if you want, but I don’t see how it’s any different than offering tax-funded elementary education to those socialist-sympathizing 7-year-olds in grade 2.

—Young Punk

Rebuttal: Dear Young Punk, “Free” two years of community college?

Sure, why not.

But why stop there? Why not a “free” four years at an Ivy League university? And while we’re at it, let’s throw in another three to five years of “free” graduate school to get a “free” master’s degree and a “free” Ph.D. Next, let’s do something about how the something for nothing students get from their parents’ home (where they’ve been mooching all their adult years) to the campus.

The answer, of course, is to give the subsidized scholars a “free” car, provided by Government Motors, and the “free” gasoline, servicing and repairs that go along with it.

When will the government gravy train come to a stop, or at least slow down? It’s utopian thinking big spenders with other people’s money like President Barack Obama who are bankrupting this nation, a nation that’s $18 trillion in debt, and climbing higher by the second. Adding yet another boondoggle of an entitlement program on the backs of American taxpayers is highly irresponsible.

Young Punk, you’ve bought into the fallacious notion that by connecting the word “education” to an appropriation of our tax dollars automatically infers something noble.

Fact is, Obama’s proposal has nothing to do with education and everything to do with brazen politics. The president’s community college giveaway is about creating more voters for the Democratic Party, just as his recent executive action granting amnesty to illegal aliens is designed to eventually place more Democrats in voting booths.

You’ve also been propagandized by the White House spin machine, claiming that nine million students could benefit from Obama’s proposal, that “single moms would have $3,800 more to feed their children if they chose to go to school to make a better life for themselves and their kids.”

On what basis do they make such a claim?

How and who arrived at the nine million students number and the $3,800 figure? And if that dollar amount contains some semblance of accuracy, how did they determine the exact difference it would make in a person’s life?

You and I, kid, are not inside any part of the education establishment, so let’s turn to somebody who is and has an insider’s perspective on the subject of subsidized learning.

Dr. Michael Filozof has been teaching at New York community colleges for 15 years and believes that a higher education should be affordable, but students themselves should be responsible for most of the costs. This is what many of us Old Farts did, working our way through college by having something called “jobs,” way back when dinosaurs roamed the streets.

“The lesson we should be teaching our students is that nothing is free,” says Filozof. “Free community college for students translates into a tax increase for somebody else.”

He goes on to say that “Obama’s proposal will promote grade inflation. If a student deserves a grade of C, D, or F, the faculty member assigning the grade will be pressured to issue a C-plus anyway.” Filozof says that the pressure will come from the faculty themselves, from students, and from administrators who are conscious of the financial cost to the institution if too many students fail out or drop out.

“Community college administrators rely heavily on maximizing the enrollment of live bodies with a pulse,” he notes.

Delving even deeper into the core of the issue, Filozof is of the opinion that “the federal government has no business in education,” citing the Constitution and that education from kindergarten through graduate school belongs to the states, “without interference from federal bureaucrats in Washington, D.C.” Filozof concludes, “The Obama proposal will turn community colleges into yet another entitlement. It will almost certainly encourage legions of students to burn government money and ‘hang out’ for two years after high school before they get serious about education, careers, and life in general. Community college should be an opportunity for mature young adults—not another federal welfare program.”

Amen, brother.

—Old Fart

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Boulders on Broadway expands to new Mesa location Breanne DeMore • College Times Since opening in 2007, Boulders on Broadway’s popularity has exploded, and now the ultra-casual neighborhood bike/ beer/bouldering bar has expanded to a new Mesa location, also aptly named for its location, Boulders on Southern.

Boulders on Southern, which opened mid-December, follows in Broadway’s footsteps with a Northern California cabin-themed interior, an outdoorsy feeling throughout and plenty of emphasis on it’s owners’ favorite pastime: rock climbing.

“I actually met Erick [Geryol] when I worked at a rock climbing gym,” says Justin Bucknell, managing partner of Boulders on Southern, of the restaurant’s owner. “He approached me a little over a year and a half ago to work on getting this location up and moving.”

In fact, the restaurant gets its name from “bouldering,” a form of rock climbing that is performed without using ropes or harnesses.

The two bonded over their love of the sport, their spirit of adventure and a penchant for a trend that was just picking

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up when the two men met a few years ago: craft beer.

For these two, craft beer and adventuring aren’t two mutually exclusive loves. In fact, they are often combined to form truly great memories—something that they hope their customers also experience.

For Bucknell and Geryol, memories are often topped off with a great craft beer. Whether they are celebrating a new climbing accomplishment or tasting the local beer at their most recent travel destination, the beer that they drink is tied to those memories and helps them relive them.

“I love the region-ality of craft beer,” Bucknell says. “Arizona beer brings back memories of the adventures I’ve had exploring this state. Our hope is to inspire and motivate others to adventure and make memories.”

Local beer will be a big focus at Boulders on Southern, too. From Four Peaks to SanTan to Grand Canyon and Historic Brewing Company, favorite local brews will be available from their 20 taps or 24 bottle rotating selection.

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However, just because they’re touting their beer menu doesn’t mean you should have low expectations for their cuisine.

Start with an order of nachos, wings or artichoke dip. Then pick from the huge list of salads, sandwiches, hot dogs, burgers, tacos, pizzas, stromboilis and calzones.

Now that you’ve eaten, you can get back to drinking more beer.

The beer menu will rotate for several reasons. First of all, it opens up the possibility of carrying seasonal offerings, an important factor for craft beer lovers. It also furthers the education of those guests who want to learn more about the subject, something Bucknell and his team are looking forward to in their new location.

While the patrons of the Tempe location may be more educated about craft beer, the new Mesa location offers the Boulders team the possibility of helping even more people discover craft beer and learn everything they want to know in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

“Erick has always aspired to have a three-restaurant concept,” Bucknell says.

“The Fiesta District in Mesa just screams

for a neighborhood bar so it was the perfect place for our place.”

“I went to high school just down the road from this location, actually,” he says.

“I know this area has seen its ups and downs, but what I really hope is that we’re able to give back to the city and be part of the revitalization of the Fiesta District. We really want to be that neighborhood bar with the relaxed environment that people want to be in.”

It appears that his wishes are coming true. The opening in mid-December allowed the kitchen and crew to get their feet underneath them before things got really crazy with all of the activity in town these days.

“I couldn’t have asked for a better opening,” Bucknell says. “All of the feedback that I’ve gotten is that people are very excited to have a clean, new neighborhood bar with good food.”

Now that things have found their rhythm, Boulders on Southern has planned for a grand opening with the Mesa Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, February 5. A ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration will follow.

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Christina Kucera • Special to College Times The only thing better than a good party, is getting paid to be at a good party.

It sounds too good to be true, right?

But multiple entertainment agencies are looking for young, attractive women to attend their events for the upcoming Super Bowl XLIX. There are “interviews” (which usually consist of a bunch of cute girls wearing cute clothes, drinking and mingling with one another at a busy nightclub) being held throughout the month of January, and they want you!

If you’re thinking this is sketchy, we don’t blame you. We’re all sick of hearing open-ended offers from random promoters and this seems like yet another scam, but it really isn’t. There is real moolah to be made here, ladies. These companies specialize in the entertainment industry, and know what they need to do to host an incredible party. Let’s face it—a party is barely a party without fun, cheerful, attractive women.

Steve LeVine Entertainment, an entertainment and public relations agency based in the Valley, hosted a casting call on Saturday, January 17 at LiveWire Scottsdale. Upon walking into LiveWire, there were several beautiful young women in black cocktail dresses, smiling and talking with one another, with SLE employees ready to meet their prospec-

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tive models.

Amongst the early-arrivals was bubbly blonde, Jordyn Fruth. Fruth is a 20-year-old marketing major at Arizona State University experienced in working for entertainment companies similar to SLE. She was there hoping to expand her career in modeling and hospitality. She says women interested in these jobs need to always remember to “be yourself”.

“They want girls that are personable,” she says, “it’s a great way to brand yourself.”

Fruth later admitted that going into casting calls can be intimidating at first.

Her advice to new comers is to ask plenty of questions.

“Don’t stand in the corner,” Fruth says.

“I guarantee the other girls are just as nervous as you are. Mingle!”

In order to capture the employer’s attention you have to be friendly, fun, welcoming and have a flexible schedule.

The Super Bowl is the biggest football game of the year, and becoming a part of it in any way is exciting and helps tremendously with networking skills. These events are easy to manage and because they usually take place on weekends and rarely interfere with school schedules.

If you’re interested in applying or attending one of the casting calls, visit pushmodels.com, slentertainment.com or pemaz.com to fill out an online application or get more details on other events to come.

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Benedictine University at Mesa graduates first class, broadens extracurricular opportunities Dominique Del Grosso • College Times If your religion comes first, you might want to consider a religious college.

Benedictine University is one of the few Catholic universities in the state, and whether you’re transferring from community college or a state school, the opportunities there rival those of larger universities.

At the Benedictine University of Mesa campus, receiving an education that is rooted in Roman Catholic tradition is available to Arizona students. The Mesa campus stems from the main campus and original location in Lise, Illinois, and now with three established campuses—two in Illinois and the other in Arizona—students are offered traditional undergraduate, adult accelerated undergraduate and graduate degree opportunities.

Benedictine University at Mesa arrived in fall 2013 as part of former mayor Scott Smith’s initiative to build and expand Mesa’s healthcare, education, aerospace and tourism/technology (H.E.A.T.).

Benedictine University was originally established 127 years ago to honor the spirit of its founders who dedicated their lives and work to the St. Benedict’s Rule for Monks. Students can expect an education guided by Roman Catholic tradition and Benedictine legacy, touted as a way to foster the dialogue between religious and secular communities.

Students are not required to be Roman Catholic to attend.

Benedictine University at Mesa hasn’t

been open as long as other schools in the area. As a result, the university offers state-of-the-art facilities and small class sizes. The university has many opportunities off campus, too.

Study abroad programs, internship opportunities and a number of sports for both men and women are available, including golf, tennis, cross country and volleyball. Students can look forward to the addition of a men’s basketball team as of the fall 2015 semester.

The university has partnered with local businesses throughout the city to offer internship opportunities to students in an array of fields. One unique internship opportunity provided to Benedictine University at Mesa students is to work with the City of Mesa Police Department.

“Due to the nature of these internships and the background check necessary to work as an intern for the Mesa Police Department, students are encouraged to apply for an internship months in advance,” Kevin Broeckling, associate vice president for Student Life, says in a press release. “We are growing our relationships with the community every day to develop other professional internship experiences.”

In December 2014, the Benedictine University at Mesa campus celebrated their first graduation ceremony with degrees awarded to four student graduates.

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David Spade, Joe Dirt himself will be returning to his home state of Arizona this January, and he’ll be bringing some laughter along with him to Downtown Phoenix’s Stand Up Live. The former “Saturday Night Live” cast member and Scottsdale native will likely sell out, so make sure to get tickets early. Stand Up Live, 50 W. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 85003, 480.719.6100, Thursday, January 22 and Friday, January 23, standuplive. com, $43 Desperado LGBT Film Festival, Featuring everything from films to artwork to photography, there is something artsy for everyone to enjoy, whether you’re LGBT or just S. Get to know the gay and lesbian art scene and broaden your horizons. Center for the Performing Arts, Paradise Valley Community College, 18401 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix, desperadofilmfestival.com, Friday, January 23 through Sunday, January 25, prices vary

Christina Fuoco-Karasinski • College Times Mick Foley is groggy when he answers the phone in an East Coast hotel room.

“The phone call woke me up,” he says before being asked if College Times should call back. “This is as good a time as any.”

The retired WWE wrestler, who went by a variety of ring names including Dude Love, Mankind and Cactus Jack, sleepily makes his way through the conversation.

Wrestling isn’t Foley’s only career choice. He has also worked as an author, color commentator, actor, voice actor and comedian. He’ll return to Phoenix to perform at Stand Up Live on Sunday, February 8.

“I had a very good time the last time I was in town,” Foley says. “I expect more of the same insane enthusiasm, respect and warmer weather.”

Foley eludes to rumors that fans have low expectations about his stand-up act.

“Limited expectations” is the way he describes his show. “It’s so much better than people think it will be. I’m really proud of that. It’s frustrating and flattering. When word gets around, hopefully in a year or two, people will have seen it and get on with their lives.”

That no-nonsense attitude is part of Foley’s charm. It weaves in and out of his books—memoirs, children’s fiction and contemporary fiction.

“For me, I love telling stories on paper,” he says. “It seemed like a really short trip, and one that people should understand better. It was a short and strange trip from the ring to the page to the stage.”

Spending time as a renaissance man of sorts has paid off for Foley.

“Nothing ever really got stale,” he says as he yawns. “It never got to the point

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One of the satisfying moments was a rather unexpected one.

“I’d say singing ‘Must be Santa’ with Norah Jones,” says Foley, who is just as known for being charitable as he is athletic.

“I don’t have video to back me up. It was great to come from that world and the people I worked with were so good, so understanding of my limitations.”

This year will be a mixed bag of projects for Foley, who was hesitant to reveal his plans.

“I’m going to try some new things; some things will be more success than others,” he says. “I’m taking on the Wing Bowl in Philadelphia, which is a tradition going back 20 years, celebrating man’s ability to eat as much as they can. But right now, I’m looking forward to going back to sleep for a little bit.”

Mick Foley, Stand Up Live, 50 W. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 480.719.6100, standuplive.com, Sunday, February 8, 7 p.m., $25

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Arizona Balloon Classic, Not many things are more breathtaking than an Arizona sunset, but seeing it from the skies in a hot air balloon just might take the cake. The Arizona Balloon Classic offers visitors an up close and personal experience with various balloons of different sizes, shapes and colors. Be sure to check out the fireworks show, shopping and of course the food! Fear Farm Sports Complex, 2209 N. 99th Avenue, Phoenix, festivalnet.com, Friday, January 23 through Sunday, January 25, prices vary Dogs’ Day in the Garden, In the mood for some puppy love? Feel like giving back to the community? This year, you can do both by bringing your pup to the Desert Botanical Gardens. Admission benefits the Arizona Humane Society, and you can check out different foods, treats and toys for your loyal friend while spending some quality time together. Both you and your faithful companion will have a great time! Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, 480.941.1225, dbg. org, Saturday, January 24, 8 a.m., $4 per dog NFL Experience, If you can’t swing the cool $5,000 for a ticket to this year’s Super Bowl, no worries! The NFL Experience has you covered. With attractions from games to displays to autograph sessions with some of your favorite players, this event is easily the next best thing to being in the stadium itself.

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Pro Bowl, Just days before the Super Bowl kicks off, the 2015 Pro Bowl will also be held this year at University of Phoenix Stadium.

Players including Peyton Manning, Andrew Luck, Marshawn Lynch and Marcel Reece are on the line up to be drafted, and if you can’t make it to the Super Bowl, this event is a great opportunity to see some of your favorite players in action. University of Phoenix Stadium, 1 Cardinals Drive, Glendale, universityofphoenixstadium.com, Sunday, January 25, 6 p.m., prices vary Waste Management Phoenix Open, Whether you’re a golf fan or not, this annual tournament is a guaranteed blast for everyone. Seriously. Although golf might be the main event, there’s beer, food, beer, great weather, great music, and did we mention beer? Head over to the 16th hole if you want to experience the party atmosphere during the tournament, and hang around afterward to catch Afrojack and Darius Rucker performing at the Bird’s Nest after party. Or, you know, watch golf. TPC of Scottsdale, 17020 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale, 602.870.0163, Thursday, January 29 through Sunday, February 1, wmphoenix.com, $30-$50 Arizona Musicfest, All throughout the month of February, head over to the Arizona Musicfest for something new to hear every day. From Mozart to Beethoven to the era of Simon & Garfunkel, this fest is bound to have the most eclectic of music choices throughout the valley for listeners. Locations vary, Thursday, January 29 through Thursday, March 5, 480.840.0457, azmusicfest.org, times and prices vary Mark Winston Book Signing, Digging into your inner bookworm lately? Biologist and bee expert Mark Winston is heading to Tempe’s Changing Hands for a book signing, where he’ll read excerpts from his new novel, “Bee Time: Lessons from the Hive.” Hear from Winston all the different lessons we can learn from bees and the history humanity shares with them. Changing Hands Tempe, 6428 S McClintock Drive, Tempe, 480.730.0305, January 29, 7 p.m., free admission 16th Annual Super Bowl Gospel Celebration, Get inspired with the only NFL gospel concert! The event features Grammy Award-winning gospel and contemporary Christian artists, NFL players, the NFL Players Choir and celebrity guests. A portion of the show’s proceeds goes to national and local charities. It provides Super Bowl weekend with “uplifting sounds to soothe the soul.”

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Pablo Francisco on good impressions Dominique Del Grosso • College Times Pablo Francisco is a man of many impressions. From Mark Wahlberg, Chris Rock, Liam Neeson to Don LaFontaine, Francisco delivers impressions of people you thought were impossible to be duplicated... until you see his stand-up set.

Beginning his career in Tempe, he’s bringing his act full circle with a four-day stand-up comedy stint at Tempe Improv at the end of January. Francisco showed us just how animated he can be.

College Times: At what point in your life did you know that you could do impressions, and not just any impressions, but impressions that were so incredibly spot-on?

Francisco: It’s usually when I basically just try to make sure I nail it. When I was a kid, I had this cousin of mine named Tavo, who would go, ‘You know, if you guys are going to mess around with the tape recorder, you gotta make sure that you do the punches real, like slapping your hands together, and make sure you do the impersonations right on the mark.’ So you know, I’d say for the show that we have coming up, I’m bringing a friend of mine named Steve Kramer, who is now teaching me how to do better impersonations, so he’s the one who can take credit for a lot of those things. It really helped me out through my lifetime, because when my brother would borrow money from me, and I would ask for the money back, my regular voice would never get it back.

[Chris Rock impression] ‘Hey, gimme that money! What’s the deal? I can’t believe you, man!’

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It’s difficult because if you know another comedian and you’re buddies, it’s basically whoever gets it first. It’s OK if they get the impersonation first, but it’s the joke that goes with it. That’s the most important part.

Out of respect, I let [the impression] circulate through the clubs, but I got it kinda easy because my girlfriend runs the Hollywood Improv and my manager owns almost 40 clubs in the United States, so when I do my material, it’s basically already copywritten when I jump in. It’s basically who’s popular.

Do you struggle with any impressions?

Michael J. Fox is giving me a real big heat.

I got people saying, ‘You can’t make fun of him.’ I don’t make fun of anybody who can’t help what goes on. We all love him, and he made a sitcom out of him having Parkinson’s, so I played off that. I would not do it if Michael J. Fox hadn’t come up with a sitcom about it.

Are most people flattered by your impressions of their voices?

Yeah, I got very lucky with Don LaFontaine, the man who does the movie previews.

When I went with Don LaFontaine, he was like, [Don LaFontaine impression] ‘You do me, better than I do me. If I was you, I’d be me, doing you, doing me.’ He was one of the sweetest people I ever met, and unfortunately, he passed away, but I still keep in touch with his wife.

Tempe Improv, 930 E. University Drive, Tempe, 480.921.9877, tempeimprov.com, Thursday, January 22 to Sunday, January 25, times vary, $28

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Glendale Chocolate Affaire, Did you know that on average, Americans each eat about 10 pounds of chocolate every year? This year, indulge in your inner sweet tooth at the annual Glendale Chocolate Affaire. With over 40 different selections ranging from chocolate covered strawberries, marshmallows, fudge popsicles and even fried Snickers, you’ll be on a sugar high for the rest of the day—but with a happy sweet tooth! Murphy Park, 58th Avenue and Glendale Avenue, glendaleaz.com/events/chocolateaffaire. cfm, Saturday, January 30 and Sunday, January 31, times vary, free admission Super Bowl Celebrity Golf Classic, Amateur golfers will get the chance to tee up with hall of famers as well as former and current NFL players in this 18-hole golf classic. The 29th annual event will feature celebrity captains such as Dick Butkus and Dave Wilcox. The entry fee includes golf, Super Bowl XLIX apparel and a photo with their celebrity captain. The tournament is open to the general public, if you have the cash to pay for it.

Wildfire Golf Club, 5350 E. Marriot Drive, Phoenix, 480.473.0205, nflfoundation. org, Saturday, January 31, 9 a.m., $1500 Cirque de la Symphonie, For the first time, the Phoenix Symphony is presenting Cirque de la Symphonie in Mesa. Watch as aerialists soar above the stage along with crazy contortionists, strong men and jugglers as they perform to classical and contemporary music.

Let your ears and eyes be amazed by this talented Cirque troop. Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main Street, Mesa, 480.644.6500, mesaartscenter.com, Saturday, January 31, 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., $21-$81 Arizona Super Bowl Run Series, Kick off Super Bowl weekend with the Valor & Victors 5K! Join NFL Alumni to celebrate “Super Bowlanticipation” in the out-and-back course along the Arizona Canal Trail. The footballthemed race will start and finish at South Bridge. The race benefits the Pat Tillman Foundation and the NFL Alumni Association.

Runners who participated in both the 4.9K Fun Run and the Valor & Victors 5K will receive a custom Arizona Super Bowl Run Series medal.

Arizona Canal Trail at South Bridge, Scottsdale, 877.258.6635, nflalumni5k. org, Saturday, January 31, 8:30 a.m., $50 Super Bowl XLIX, Are you stoked to see your team in the big game? Maybe you’re more eager for the Pepsi Half-Time Show with the wonderful Katy Perry and guest performer Lenny Kravitz. Or you’re secretly just watching the game for the commercials. Whatever your preference, there is no reason not to get excited that Super Bowl XLIX is being hosted in our own backyard! Let the countdown begin. University of Phoenix Stadium, 1 Cardinals Drive, Glendale, 623.433.7101, superbowl.com, Sunday, February 1, 4:30 p.m., prices vary

Superb Owl Shuffle, Start your Super Bowl Sunday off right with football-themed races that include a 5K, a 100-yard kids’ blitz and a fun run suitable for all ages. The festivities include a tailgate party, a fitness expo and a race through gorgeous Kiwanis Park. Come enjoy games, food and live owls! The race benefits Future for Kids, which focuses on providing mentors and activities for kids who face hardship in their lives. Kiwanis Park, 6111 S. All America Way, Tempe, 602.469.6402, superbowlshuffle.org, Sunday, February 1, 8:30 a.m. (100-yard), 9:00 a.m. (5K/fun run), $25 Wendy Whelan: Restless Creature, Experience a collaboration of four unique styles of dance in this memorizing performance. Wendy Whelan has been a part of the New York City Ballet for over 25 years and now she’s teaming up with choreographers of different backgrounds to create a mixture of “fascinating experiments.” Catch a glimpse of Wendy Whelan performing in sync with Kyle Abraham, Joshua Beamish, Brian Brooks and Alejandro Cerrudo. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Street, Scottsdale, 480.499.8587, scottsdaleperformingarts.org, Tuesday, February 3, 7:30 p.m., $35-$69 World Fighting Federation, Get your adrenaline pumpin’ as you watch mixed martial arts masters compete against each other in MMA-style fighting. Tierney and Huber will duke it out in this 185 Title Fight at the Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino. Experience the intensity live without having to get in the ring yourself. Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Boulevard, Chandler, 800.946.4452, buyfighttickets. com, Saturday, February 7, 7:30 p.m., $25-$100 Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival, Come experience a piece of Jewish culture with the 19th annual Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival. This independently-run event features 13 films in three different theaters: Harkins Camelview 5 (Scottsdale), Harkins Chandler Fashion 20 (Chandler) and Harkins Arrowhead Fountains 18 (Peoria). A discounted student price is offered, as well as some other awesome package deals! The festival presents you with “great films, with a little Jewish flavor.” You won’t want to miss it! Multiple locations, 602.753.9366, gpjff.org, Sunday, February 8 through, Sunday, February 22, times vary, $7-$13 Dancing with the Stars, Waltz into Comerica Theatre to watch your favorite Season 19 contestants live! Season winners Alfonso Ribeiro and Witney Carson will be there working the stage as well as Valentin Chmerkovskiy, Kym Johnson, Mark Ballas, Emma Slater, Keo Motsepe and Sasha Farber.

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In the Clubs Lil Jon @ Maya Day + Nightclub If anyone knows how to party, it’s 43-year-old rapper Lil Jon. He’s been big on the scene for years, and now he’s hitting up Maya Day + Nightclub this January. He’ll make sure you get turnt up by the end of the night, and probably screaming “YEA-YUH” at the top of your lungs.

Maya Day + Nightclub, 7333 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, 480.625.0528, mayaclubaz.com, Friday, January 23, 9 p.m., $26-$48

Vice @ Maya Day + Nightclub If there’s ever a place to indulge your vices, it’s Maya Day + Nightclub. Now, DJ Vice is coming to the Valley to prove it. The Los Angeles-based DJ blends genres and bends DJ stereotypes with his laid-back demeanor and ornate DJ style.

Maya Day + Nightclub, 7333 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, 480.625.0528, mayaclubaz.com, Saturday, January 24, 9 p.m., $20

Tiesto @ Maya Day + Nightclub One of the biggest names in the electronic dance music industry, Tiesto is making his way to the desert on Super Bowl weekend. You’ve probably heard his music more than once, and probably in collaboration with huge artists such as Tegan and Sara, Matthew Koma and more. Catch the Grammy nominee in Scottsdale and get ready to party.

Maya Day + Nightclub, 7333 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, 480.625.0528, mayaclubaz.com, Friday, January 30, 9 p.m., prices vary

The After Party Hosted by The Weeknd Easily to be one of the biggest Super Bowl after parties in the Valley, Maya will be the place to be if you want to catch The Weeknd. Having recently collaborated with Ariana Grande, the Weeknd has definitely made a name for themselves in the industry, and it’s a party guaranteed to bring you the best music and best times.

Maya Day + Nightclub, 7333 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, 480.625.0528, mayaclubaz.com, Sunday, February 1, 9 p.m., prices vary

Ryan Raddon, AKA Kaskade.

For Kaskade, success lies in the club, not on the radio Jasmine Kemper • College Times Ryan Raddon, 43, is a DJ, A&R Director, record store owner and producer. You may know him better as Kaskade, the Grammy Award nominee whose musical talents have taken the EDM scene by storm. Growing up in Chicago, some of his musical influences came from bands like The Cure and The Smiths. He first released tracks on his own small label, Mechanized Records, after working as a DJ in New York and Salt Lake City.

After independently releasing eight albums for over a decade, he recently made the decision to become the first EDM artist to sign with Warner Bros.

Records. He’s performed his live sets at events like Coachella, where is he is set

to perform again this year for the fourth time. He has also held gigs at Ultra and the Electric Daisy Carnival.

Kaskade has worked with the best of the best, including Tiësto and Skrillex.

Not having a radio hit of his own doesn’t define his level of success, and it hasn’t stopped him from creating the music he’s dedicated his life to. As a matter of fact, his residency with XS Nightclub and Encore Beach Club at the Wynn Las Vegas is set to begin this year and goes through 2017.

Kaskade’s passion for the EDM genre and his loyal fans are what have allowed to him to come this far. It’s safe to say now that he’s signed with a major label, we will be hearing some new beats in the near future.

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Kaskade will bring his unique style of EDM that’ll be sure to keep you dancing all night long.

Maya Day + Nightclub is the ultimate hot spot for bringing you high-end entertainment like Tiësto, Big Sean and Kaskade in Scottsdale. If this sounds like your kind of party, remember to look your best. That means no T-shirts, shorts, hats or sneakers. Dress like a rock star and you’ll be treated like one as you experience the sickest live music around.

Maya Day + Nightclub, 7333 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, 480.625.0528, mayaclubaz.com, Saturday, January 31, 9 p.m., $200$250

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Shopping >>> Show off your Super Bowl spirit in style Christina Caldwell • College Times Whether you decide to root for the Seattle Seahawks or New England Patriots in this year’s Super Bowl, taking place

right here in the Valley, you’re going to need to do it in style.

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Women’s Team Jerseys Hey, what do you know? A women’s jersey can be cute and not pink. Kohl’s scores big points with us for selling a figure-flattering women’s jersey without going full-blown frilly. Available in both Seahawks and Patriots styles, these laceup front tops would look great paired with basic denim shorts. ($52, kohls.com)

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Seahawks Boots Feet get cold in Seattle! These Uggesque women’s boots are out to combat chilly toes in all cities, though. Throw on your Hawks yoga pants with these bad boys, and you’ll be deemed the teamloyal queen of all that is basic! ($70, etsy.com via seller Sportzfanatics)

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For Chris Carrabba, all roads lead back to Phoenix Christina Fuoco-Karasinski • College Times The road to influential tours has been short for indie rock darling Chris Carrabba and his latest project, Twin Forks.

Carrabba, who also serves as singer-songwriter for emo’s Dashboard Confessional and Further Seems Forever, has a simple explanation for that.

“I’d like to think it’s my hair,” says Carrabba, calling from his bus where he was struggling with poor cell phone service. “I’m just kidding. That’s [a] running joke there.”

Twin Forks has gone from headlining small clubs, to supporting the Counting Crows in theaters, and back to intimate venues like the Crescent Ballroom, where the band will open for Jukebox the Ghost on Tuesday, February 3.

“I believe it’s kind of the same tenets that made Dashboard connect,” Carrabba says of Twin Forks’ success.

“We really appreciate our fans and we’re not afraid to show it from the stage or on stage. It’s a big deal, I think. I don’t know why it’s a big deal. It seems elemental, but it’s still a rarity in some cases.”

He explains that the joy and celebratory nature of Twin Forks— something that was subtle in Dashboard Confessional—attracts fans as well.

Carrabba founded the Americana folk-rock band in 2011 in Boca Raton, Florida. He and his bandmates—vocalist/ mandolin player Kelsie Baron, vocalist/ tambourine player Sara Bost, Jonathan Clark on bass and drummer Shawn Zorn—now run the band through Nashville. It has released an EP (2013) and an album (2014), both of which are dubbed Twin Forks.

To thank fans for successful tours, Twin Forks regularly releases free music. Listeners just have to email

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twinforksmusic@gmail.com and put “music” in the subject line.

“We do a free EP, but we constantly change the content of the EP,” he says.

“Sometimes it’s four songs; sometimes it’s five songs; sometimes it’s three songs.

Sometimes the songs are changed out one at a time. Some of them are on the record. It’s another invitation we get to send out to people who are interested in hearing what we’re about.”

The musicians of the Counting Crows are some who definitely want to hear what Twin Forks has to say. Carrabba was equally as flattered that the pop mainstays invited his band to tour with them. He is hoping that the two acts can hit the road together again.

“It was fantastic,” Carrabba says.

“Those guys are musical heroes of ours and just about the best hosts you could imagine on tour.”

He admires Counting Crows’ musical prowess.

“I think the way that they subtly push themselves further and further every night was really inspiring to me,” Carrabba says.

“I’ve been a fan for a long time. They had a period where they would take their songs in radically different directions and they’ve kind of brought them back to the original structure. The songs performed live are certainly within those structures again.”

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“I love that place,” says Carrabba of the Crescent Ballroom. “My experiences in Phoenix have been incredible. I can remember vividly my first experience playing in Phoenix. I was just talking with Chad (Gilbert) from New Found Glory about it. I was opening up for them, back in Dashboard, not knowing what to expect. I think it might have been the first or second date I did with the tour we were on together.

“It was overwhelming. I had people singing at my show from the very get go. We never really opened for a band.

I didn’t know what to expect. Every single person there sang every single word of mine. I was king of the world. I said to myself, ‘This is how it’s going to be forever.’ It didn’t happen again on that tour. I’d say I have a long lingering fondness for Phoenix.”

Jukebox the Ghost w/Twin Forks, Secret Someones, Crescent Ballroom, 308 N. Second Avenue, Phoenix, 602.716.2222, crescentphx. com, Tuesday, February 3, 8 p.m. $15-$18

POP CULTURE >>>

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HOT! Lil Jon, Maya Day + Nightclub, January 23, 9 p.m., $15-$35 “Turn Down for what?” The song never gets old, and neither does this cool dude. His music has sold hot, hot, hot around the world, and his chart topping, boo-tay poppin’ hits just keep on comin’. Lil Jon graces the stage with his swagger to make the crowd go gangsta.

Tony Malaby’s Paloma Recio, The Nash, January 23, 7:30 p.m., $8-$15 The Oxford Coma w/Barber Floyd, Marquee Theatre, January 23, 6:30 p.m., $10 Rob Zabrecky, Crescent Ballroom, January 23, 7:30 p.m., $12-$15 Marchfourth Marching Band w/Village Blasting Club, Crescent Ballroom, January 23, 9 p.m., $16-$20 Turkuaz w/Brother Gow, Last Exit Live, January 23, 9 p.m., $7-$10 Talk to Sheep w/Altered Silence, Sectas, 94 Blades, St. Madness, Joe’s Grotto, January 23, TBD Oak Creek, Yucca Tap Room, January 23, 9 p.m., free R. Carlos Nakai, MIM Music Theater, January 23, 7:30 p.m., $38-$43 Craig Wayne Boyd, LiveWire, January 24, 7 p.m., $23 Slipping into Darkness w/ Snake! Snake! Snakes!, The Thin Bloods, Valley Bar, January 24, 8 p.m., $10-$12 ADRIANNA MARIE & HER GROOVECUTTERS, Rhythm Room, January 24, 9:15 p.m., $10-$12 Brenton Wood, Vee Quiva Event Center Wild Horse Pass, January 24, 8 p.m., $25 Respect the Underground presents New AZ Vol. 1, Joe’s Grotto, January 24, 7 p.m., TBD Prove It, Club Red West, January 24, 7 p.m., $10-$15 Conveyer w/Meridian, Give & Take, Nile Theater, January 24, 12 p.m., $10-$12 David Rhythm, Last Exit Live, January 24, 8 p.m., $15 Carmela y Más with Linda, Carmela and Phases, The Nash, January 24, 7 p.m., $15 Sleeping With Sirens & Pierce The Veil, Marquee Theatre, January 24, 6:30 p.m., $37 Eric Church, Talking Stick Resort Arena, January 24, $6 The Average White Band,

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Ryan Ortega, Cactus Jack’s, January 24, 7:30 p.m., $10 Kyle Own and the SuperFunk Allstars, Cactus Jack’s, January 24, 9 p.m., $10 Blank Waves, Lost Leaf, January 24, TBD The Chad Wilson Bailey Band, Cactus Jack’s, January 24, 11 p.m., $10 Perfect Sense w/ Vices To The Grave, Hobo Bastard, Alex Squared, Justin Gruenberg, Tempe Tavern, January 24, 8 p.m., TBD Pierce the Veil w/Sleeping with Siren, Marquee Theatre, January 24, 6:30 p.m., $37 Luicidal, Yucca Tap Room, January 24, 9 p.m., free Mike Ozuna, The Nash, January 25, 6 p.m., $8 Ben Miller Band w/Crow Moses, Rhythm Room, January 25, 8 p.m., $10 Rubedo, Lost Leaf, January 25, TBD Future Loves Past w/The Prowling Kind, There is Danger, Crescent Ballroom, January 25, 8 p.m., $3-$5 DJ Mustard, Maya Day + Nightclub, January 25, 8 p.m., $15 Conrad Tao, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, January 25, 7:30 p.m., $29-$49 Ronnie Milsap, Celebrity Theatre, January 25, 7:30 p.m., $40-$50 Glen David Andrews, Valley Bar, January 25, 8 p.m., free Travis Tritt, Chandler Center for the Arts, January 25, 7 p.m., $35-$60 The Noodles Grateful Dead Party, Cactus Jack’s, January 25, 5 p.m., TBD Tyranny Enthroned w/Micawber, Lago, Deadspawn, SaintBreaker, The Rouge Bar, January 25, 7 p.m., $7

John 5 is very, very, very excited to perform for you Christina Fuoco-Karasinski • College Times Rob Zombie axman John 5 is big on adverbs and superlatives. The former Marilyn Manson and David Lee Roth guitarist is ready to hit the road to promote his eighth solo instrumental album, Careful with that Axe. And, let’s just put it this way, he couldn’t anticipate it any more.

“I’m very, very, very excited about my tour,” he says. “This is the first time ever that I’ve done anything like this. I’ve put out instrumental albums—a lot of them.

The most frequently asked question is, ‘Are you going to go out on tour with this one?’

“I’ve always been so unbelievably busy, but I have a little downtime from Zombie. He’s going to be making a film.

So I said to myself, ‘I’m going to go out and play some shows.’ I am very, very excited.”

The sixth John 5 and the Creatures date is a stop at Pub Rock in Scottsdale on Saturday, February 14. At his shows, John 5, born John Lowery, is going to play a cross-section of songs from the handful of records.

“The crowd will get a little of everything,” he says. “I’m just really super excited for it—like counting down the days excited. It’s something so new, different and exciting.”

Careful with that Axe was recorded vastly different than his other works.

He laid down the tracks with a band, making it a “very, very, very live-sounding record.”

“The performances were really good in my mind,” he says. “I thought, ‘This would sound really cool live.’ That’s why I had the idea together to do this. I’m very honest with myself. This is crazy, crazy instrumental music. There’s no singer, obviously, so there’s going to be a select crowd of people. I hope the crowd enjoys it, but I’m going to have a good time.”

He’s rehearsed about a month for the jaunt because it’s “very, very, very complicated” music, which is why he’s been dubbed a “guitarist’s guitarist.”

After his U.S. run, John 5 will fall back into the Rob Zombie fold. Zombie’s band has a live album set to be released and it’s finishing up a studio record. When Zombie is working on the film “31,” John 5 will create soundtrack.

“I have a lot of things coming out,” he says.

Back to his shows, John 5’s gigs will reflects the performances he saw growing up in the Detroit area—Yngwie Malmsteen, Vinnie Moore, Joe Satriani and Steve Vai, all of whom he calls his friends.

“I know, right?” he says when asked about how surreal those friendships are.

“It’s great to be able to do that. It is. I don’t take it for granted, either. I’m very happy and very lucky to have done what I have done in my career.”

John 5 and the Creatures w/With Our Arms to the Sun, Pub Rock Live, 8005 E. Roosevelt Street, Scottsdale, 480.945.4985, pubrocklive.com, Saturday, February 14, 8 p.m., $15$20.

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Concert Calendar Ben Miller Band w/Crow Moses, The Rhythm Room, January 25, 7 p.m, $10 Bill Frisell, MIM Music Theater, January 25, 7 p.m., $43-53 Tyranny Enthroned w/Micawber, Lago, Deadspawn, SaintBreaker, The Rogue Bar, January 25, 8 p.m., $12 Helms Alee w/Marriages, Sorxe, Crescent Ballroom, January 26, 8 p.m., $12 sans pagaie , Lost Leaf, January 26, TBD Mobile Deathcamp w/ Scattered Guts, Four Skin, Death Awaits, Tempe Tavern, January 26, 8 p.m., free Paul Collins Beat w/The Rich Hands, Dogbreth, Petty Things, French Girls, Yucca Tap Room, January 26, 9 p.m., free Dark Tranquility w/ Insomnium, Club Red West, January 27, 6 p.m., $22-$25 White Arrows w/GRMLN, MRCH, Pub Rock Live, January 27, 8 p.m., $12 Josh Heinrichs & Skillinjah w/Beyond I Sight, Kush County, Clairevoyant, Ras Linga, Club Red East, January 27, 7 p.m., $10-$15 House of Stairs, Lost Leaf, January 27, TBD George Winston, MIM Music Theater, January 27, 7:30 p.m., $30-$38 Indigenous Plateros, The Rhythm Room, January 27, 7 p.m., $18-$20 Badfish - A Tribute to SUBLIME: “40 OZ to Freedom” Tour, Marquee Theatre, January 28, 6 p.m., $17 Karma to Burn, The Nile Theatre, January 28, 6 p.m., $14 Sundressed w/Future Crooks (Ft. Members of Weatherbox), Papertowns, Adult Feelings, Crescent Ballroom, January 28, 8 p.m., $5-$7 Scott Kelly (of Neurosis) w/J.S. Aurelius, Scriptures, Maniac Cop (DJ Set), Yucca Tap Room, January 28, 8 p.m., $5 Jess Matsen, Lost Leaf, January 28, TBD Capital Cities, Bird’s Nest, January 28, 3:30 p.m., $42$188 Dave & Phil Alvin w/The Guilty Ones, Jonah Tolchin, The Rhythm Room, January 28, 7 p.m., $20-$25 ASU Jazz Trio w/ Michael

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HOT!

Darius Rucker, Bird’s Nest, January 29, 3:30 p.m., $99 It’s not every day that a former lead singer of an uber-famous ‘90s band can reinvent a career in a new music genre, let alone the country music category.

However, Darius Rucker has done just that. His sound fuses R&B influences and a rock ‘n’ roll edge, but we’ll look past his Hootie & the Blowfish roots and embrace his homegrown country career.

Matthew O’Neill w/Lucas Souto, The Lonesome Wilderness, Shrink, Trunk Space, January 29, 7:30 p.m., $6 Hotel California—A Salute to the Eagles, Highlands Church, January 29, 7:30 p.m., $10-$65 Mr. Mudd & Mr. Gold, Crescent Ballroom, January 29, 8 p.m., $6-$8 Heaven Adores You, FilmBar, January 29, 7:30 p.m., $9 George Winston, MIM Music Theater, January 29, 7:30 p.m., $30-$38 Them Traveling Birds, Lost Leaf, January 29, TBD Japhy’s Descent w/Sister Lip, TKLB?, Fay Gray Cat, Rhythm Room, January 29, 8 p.m., TBD Big Daddy Kane, Celebrity Theatre, January 30, 7 p.m., $53-$68 Raw Fabrics, Fiftyonwest, January 30, 6:30 p.m., $10-$12 The N9ne & Friends, Tempe Tavern, January 30, 8 p.m., TBD Tiësto, Maya Day + Nightclub, January 30, 9 p.m., $70-$125 Hannemanfest 2015: She Murdered Me w/Souless, Unholy Monarch, Deathgrip, Throw the Switch, Das Brutal, Enkages, Amongst,

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Sedona’s decker. examines scapegoats on new record, Patsy Christina Caldwell • College Times Dusting off his songwriting chops and heading back to the studio, Brandon Decker of Sedona’s decker. laid down his dusty desert folk on the soon-to-be-released Patsy in Tucson.

Following the local and national acclaim of the band’s last full-length record, Slider, Patsy takes a look at the scapegoats of history with Decker’s trademark folksy, expansive sound as it’s released in Phoenix on Saturday, February 21 at Last Exit Live.

College Times: Slider received a lot of praise when it was released. Do you feel a lot of pressure following it up?

Decker: I certainly feel a drive or compulsion to be better at my craft and my life in general. Not so much in terms of what Slider was or was not, but we definitely wanted this record to be a growth and be the best it could be. Every one of these—I’ve done five now—is a challenge to do it better. I think I definitely had the idea to not sacrifice on anything.

I read that you wrote the album’s title track after reading about Lee Harvey Oswald for a few hours. What’s the fascination with him?

I’d say the initial Patsy idea was kind of incidental at best. I had decided I wanted to put out an EP in 2014 and call it Patsy.

Lee Harvey Oswald imagery was certainly at the forefront when I thought this up but it wasn’t really fleshed out so much.

As usually happens, a few last-minute songs came about and they were definitely written with the intent of this theme of being a patsy. The album is songs of the everyman; songs about how our lives are

reactive by nature, about survival instinct and grappling with certain inevitability and motivations. Right before we hit studio, I decided I needed a song about Lee Harvey Oswald. That said, a buddy recently pointed out to me the truth that, no matter where you stand, the Kennedy assassination was one of the most important moments of the 20th century and my fascination deals with what I would consider certain obvious improprieties Tell me a little about the recording process. Why did you choose to do it in Tucson?

WaveLab/Craig Schumacher had made two of my favorite records: Slush back in the mid-90’s from a band called OP8, which was Howe Gelb and John and Joey from Calexico, plus Lisa Germano and Iron & Wine’s collaboration with Calexico called In the Reins. Come to find out they were in Tucson and Dry River Yacht Club had just made a record there. I had no intention of making a record anytime soon because they’re so expensive and draining, but it just kind of came to be and we were so excited to be down there. It’s truly a world class facility and Craig and his engineer, Chris Schultz, are world-class professionals.

That said, it was so wonderful to spend these chunks of time right in the middle of downtown eating, sleeping and breathing music and Tucson. decker. album release w/The Haymarket Squares, Field Tripp, The Through & Through Gospel Review, Last Exit Live, 717 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, 602.271.7000, lastexitlive. com, Saturday, February 21, 9 p.m., $10

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