01.26.10–01.26.10
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Tuesday Morning Music Concerts
Scottsdale
This week featuring Nancy Buck & Friends, all Schumann, performances and commentary, bring a donation to a food bank, co-presented with the ASU School of Music, free, but RSVP by 1/12.
01.26.10–01.29.10
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52nd Annual Hashknife Pony Express
Holbrook/Scottsdale
40 riders start in Holbrook at 8 am and arrive at the Main Post Office in Scottsdale at high noon on Friday the 29th.
01.27.10–01.27.10
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6th Annual Best of Scottsdale ArtWalk
Scottsdale
The finale to Best of Scottsdale month, music, munchies and more, hosted by the Scottsdale Gallery Association and the City of Scottsdale, free, 7-9 pm, 480-990-3939 or www.scottsdalegalleries.com
01.28.10–01.30.10
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Annual Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival
phoenix
More than 300 exhibits, supply show for crafting, sewing, quilting and needlearts, scrap booking & embossing, professional classes, make & take hands-on workshops, $10, 10 am - 5 pm, 800-717-8789 or www.quiltcraftsew.com or www.rustybarn.com
01.29.10–02.13.10
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(13)
Phoenix
"13" is a hilarious, high-energy musical for all ages about discovering that cool is where you find it, and sometimes where you least expect it. By Valley Youth Theatre. Arizona premier.
01.29.10–02.14.10
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Steel Magnolias -Theater Works
Peoria
Southern charm in a small-town beauty parlor, alternately hilarious and touching-and in the end, revealing of the strength and purposefulness humanity has the ability to possess in good times and bad.
01.29.10–02.14.10
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Tucson Showplace
Tucson
Quality dealers who are a direct source for the material they sell, offering rough rock, minerals, designer cabochons, jewelry, and copper
01.29.10–02.14.10
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African Art Village
Tucson
Approx. 100 African exhibitors showcasing African masks, beads, statues and various other African artifacts from countries throughout Africa, 8 am – 6 pm, 520-869-7895 or http://jewelryshowguide.com/
01.29.10–02.13.10
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Globe-X
Tucson
200 dealers of gems, minerals, fossils, mostly direct-import merchandise from around the world, including gem stones, decorator minerals, polished minerals, rough minerals, beads, opals, fossils, amber, crystals, Arizona minerals, septarians and carvings, 8:30 am – 6:30 pm, http://jewelryshowguide.com/ or http://www.daysinntucson.com
01.30.10–01.31.10
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20th Annual High Noon Western Americana Antique Show
Mesa
More than 200 quality Western Indian & Fine Art dealers, fine Western art, bits, boots, advertising, saloon, Indian rugs and beadwork, Charro, Vaquero, historical firearms, Hollywood cowboy, western books & photography, historic & silver saddles, $10/day, $15/weekend, show, 310-202-9010 or www.highnoon.com
01.30.10–01.31.10
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14th Annual Heard Museum Guild Library Book Sale & Treasure Market
Phoenix
More than 30,000 books covering topics from crafts, cooking & travel to fiction, history art & Native American, collectible musical recordings & videotapes, out-of-print books & original artwork, items from China, Africa and more, free, Sat 9 am - 5 pm, Sun 10 am - 4 pm, 602-252-8848 or www.heard.org
01.30.10–01.31.10
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2nd Annual American Indian Music Fest
Casa Grande
Celebrating the connection and continuity of prehistoric and current American Indian cultures through concert and demonstration, a blend of prehistoric and modern instrumentation, music, dance, storytelling and poetry, also crafters and artisans, authentic American Indian foods and dance to the rhythms of the past and present, 9 am – 5 pm, 520-723-3172 or www.nps.gov/cagr/index.htm
01.30.10–02.14.10
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56th Annual Gem & Mineral Show
Tucson
Exhibits of mineral specimens from the world's finest museums & private collections, world's largest show featuring mineral, gem, jewelry, lapidary & book dealers, $9.25, under 14 free with adult, Thu-Sat 10 am - 6 pm, Sun 10 am - 5 pm, 520-322-5773 or www.tgms.org or www.tucsonshowguide.com
01.30.10–01.31.10
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Mountain Snowshoe Race
Flagstaff
The second in a three part series, offers both a 10K competitive loop and a 1K loop for novices and young children, benefit, 928-354-2227 or www.MormonLakeLodge.com
01.30.10–01.30.10
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5th Annual London’s Run
Queen Creek
½ marathon, 10K run, 2 mile fun run/walk, benefits the Phoenix Children’s Hospital Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders
01.30.10–01.31.10
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Senior Pro Rodeo
Lake Havasu City
Features bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, bull riding, steer wrestling, calf roping, team roping, ladies barrel race, ribbon roping, and ladies breakaway roping
01.30.10–01.31.10
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Military Vehicle Show, Swap Meet & Food Drive
Phoenix
Includes an impressive line-up of Jeeps from WWII, Korea and Vietnam, Humvees from Desert Storm, conflicts in Iraq, Afghanistan, along with troop carriers and armored cars from 70 years of American machinery in combat, also a swap meet of armed service collectibles, free, $5 donation for parking
01.30.10–01.31.10
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Winter Games & Dog Sled Race
Pinetop-Lakeside
Hon-Dah Resort Casino Festival Grounds and Sunrise Ski Resort, ice sculpting contest chili cook off, free
01.30.10–01.31.10
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Annual Home Tour
Superior
Begins at the Superior Chamber of Commerce, tour restored, renovated and remodeled homes, buildings and movie sets, many artists will display their works at the Art and Antique Show which runs concurrently with the tour, Sat. is also a pancake breakfast at 8 am, $10 for tour, show is free, 10 am – 4 pm
01.30.10–01.31.10
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Global Bikes McDowell Meltdown
Fountain Hills
Mountain bike race, Tandem race & Short Track racing, free kids race, Light & Motion sponsored night ride led by Dejay Birtch, potluck dinner hosted by MBAA, Point Series XC Race #2, www.mbaa.net
01.30.10–02.14.10
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Tucson Electric Park RV Gem Show
Tucson
Gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, lapidary equipment supplies and tools, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm, http://jewelryshowguide.com/
01.30.10–02.14.10
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Executive Inn Mineral & Fossil Show
Tucson
Worldwide dealers of gems, fossils and minerals, zeolites, calcite, tanzanite & ruby crystals, pezzottaite, star rose quartz, opals, red ammonites, 520-791-7551 or http://jewelryshowguide.com/
01.30.10–03.13.10
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Peter and the Wolf
Tempe
Beloved children's story portrayed by Childsplay Theatre company. $20-25, www.childsplayaz.org
01.30.10–01.30.10
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Citrus Zestival
Glendale
Features citrus-themed entertainment, cooking demonstrations, a bake off, exhibits, historic home tours, activities and an opportunity to pick your own citrus from the park’s grapefruit and orange trees, debut of the Centennial Cookbook “A Taste of Glendale – 100 years in the Making” free, 10 am – 2 pm, a community breakfast available prior to the event for $5, 623-930-4200 or www.glendaleaz.com/parksandrecreation
01.30.10–01.30.10
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Longbow Golf Fest
Mesa
Family-oriented community golf event features a variety of golf-related activities geared towards novice and expert golfers. The first 100 people in attendance will receive a complimentary ticket to the upcoming Waste Management Phoenix Open, February 22-28, 2010.
01.31.10–01.31.10
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Arizona Cup Classic Style Ski Race
Flagstaff
15K classic (Diagonal-stride) style ski race, on the well groomed trails, race both classic and freestyle to comepet for the Arizona Cup, Arizona’s only cross country ski race series.
01.31.10–02.05.10
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To Bead True-Blue
Tucson
A juried bead show, 500 exhibitors, the finest artists, artisans and merchants, artistic suppliers, direct importers, textile arts, jewelry design, lapidary, handmade artistic glass, fused glass, clay arts, metal smith, antiquities, enameling techniques, collectibles, wearable art, interior décor and art jewelry
01.31.10–02.14.10
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American Indian Exposition
Tucson
Indian artists carving kachinas, weaving dreamcatchers, smithing gold & silver, beading gourds, Drum company, Indian frybread, Aztec crafts from Mexico, free
02.01.10–02.28.10
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24th Annual Winterfest
Flagstaff
Features more than 100 events including x-country & downhill skiing, winter sports, ice skating, snow sculpture, snow softball, parade, concerts, theater, art shows, historic tours, workshops & winter star gazing, 800-842-7293 or www.flagstaffarizona.org
02.01.10–02.01.10
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22nd Annual Willo Historic Home Tour & Street Festival
Phoenix
A variety of homes from Tudor to Spanish Revival, Bungalow to Ranch, from the 1920-1940’s, trolley cars provide transportation, or you may walk, also a street fair, $15, 10 am – 4 pm, www.willohistoricdistrict.com
02.01.10–02.28.10
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28th Annual Quilt Show & Sale
Tombstone
Quilts, quilt tops, small quilted articles for show and sale, seasoned quilters present each day to share in experiences and teach skills, try hand-quilting, free, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm, 520-457-3476 or 520-457-3283 or www.tombstonechamber.com
02.01.10–03.07.10
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19th Annual Arizona Musicfest 2010
Carefree/Cavecreek
Features Classical, Broadway and Jazz in 13 concerts over 5 weeks in venues through North Scottsdale and Carefree, chamber ensembles, solos & vocalists, $30-40
02.02.10–02.05.10
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Create Your Style with Swarovski
Tucson
A hands-on, creative forum for retailers, designers and the do-it-yourself jewelry, accessories and clothing artist
02.02.10–02.07.10
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American Gem Trade Association
Tucson
Primarily high-end loose colored gemstones and pearls, with some finished jewelry, designer jewelry section, MJSA jewelry suppliers, gem instruments
02.03.10–02.08.10
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The Whole Bead Show
Tucson
Features beads of precious/semi-precious gems, silver/gold, vintage/contemporary glass and crystal, handmade/hand blown, natural/plastic; buttons; findings; charms; pendants; pre-made jewelry, 10 am – 6 pm, until 9 pm on Friday
02.04.10–02.04.10
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Arizona Biltmore’s Winemaker Dinner
Phoenix
Menu of four to six courses, with a complementary wine poured with each course, a representative from the featured winery, creative displays of designer jewelry, this week features B.R. Cohn Winery, Sonoma County, $125
02.04.10–02.07.10
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72nd Annual Tohono O’odham Nation Rodeo & Fair - O'odham Wapkial Ha:Tas
Sells
Longest running Indian rodeo in Arizona, carnival, Waila dances, traditional games, food & crafts booths, exhibits daily, traditional performances, entertainment daily, Pow Wow, parade 2/6 at 9am, $2-5, 520-383-2588 or http://www.tonation-nsn.gov/announcements_details.aspx?id=55
02.05.10–02.07.10
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16th Annual Chocolate Affaire
Glendale
A festival of chocolate & romance, gourmet cuisine & beverage, horse drawn carriage rides, national entertainment and tours of Cerreta's Candy Company, free, Fri 5-10 pm, Sat 10 am – 10 pm, 623-930-2299 or www.visitglendale.com
02.05.10–02.07.10
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16th Annual Chocolate Affaire
Glendale
A festival of chocolate & romance, gourmet cuisine & beverage, horse drawn carriage rides, national entertainment and tours of Cerreta's Candy Company, free, Fri 5-10 pm, Sat 10 am – 10 pm, 623-930-2299 or www.visitglendale.com
02.05.10–02.05.10
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Artlink First Fridays
Phoenix
Self-guided art tour of central Phoenix, galleries, art spaces, studios, first Friday of each month, free shuttle rides, free
02.05.10–02.08.10
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Tucson Westward Look Mineral Show
Tucson
Fine mineral specimens and meteorites from top dealers all over the world, special lobby display on Saturday and Sunday evening program
02.05.10–02.21.10
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I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change
Mesa
By Mesa Encore Theatre, celebration of the mating game takes on the truths and myths behind the enigma known as "the relationship," the longest-running Off-Broadway show in history, produced in cooperation with R & H Theatricals, $20-25, 7 & 2 pm
02.05.10–04.11.10
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Zanna, Don’t
Scottsdale
Part of the Actor’s Café Productions, set in a world where homosexuality is the norm, and heterosexuals are considered an oddity, age appropriate for teens and older, $22-25, 7:30 & 2 pm
02.05.10–02.05.10
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First Friday Art Walk
Flagstaff
Free, 6:30 pm, 928-773-0958 or www.theartistsgallery.net
02.05.10–02.05.10
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Diamonds in the Sky
Tucson
Visit Flandrau Planetarium’s mineral museum by day, then at the top of Mount Lemmon see their celestial counterparts through our telescope, learn about planets, asteroids and star stuff, tour Catalina Sky and Survey's observatory to see how potentially hazardous asteroids are discovered and cataloged, see how stars whose cores are made of pure carbon making them truly diamonds in the sky, 520-626-8122 or http://skycenter.arizona.edu
02.05.10–02.07.10
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Two Rivers Renaissance Faire
Yuma
Celebrates the music, food, and fun of the olde world village marketplace. Admission is $10 at the gate; kids 6-12 and active military $5; kids Under 6 free. www.tworiversfaire.com
02.06.10–02.06.10
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5th Annual Sedona Marathon
Sedona
Marathon, half marathon and 5K, city and forest roads, elevations from 4100 to 4650 feet, 8 am, 800-775-7671 or www.arizonaroadracers.com or www.sedonamarathon.com
Expo vendors invited to join the Cinco de Sedona Marathon Expo. For details write to tonya@4windsadventure.com.
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02.06.10–03.28.10
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22nd Annual Arizona's Annual Renaissance Festival
Apache Junction
16th Century European Village celebrating romance & revelry of Renaissance Europe, music theater, comedy, hearty food & drynk, crafts, games & knights jousting, $8-18, 5 & under free, weekends, 10 am - 6 pm, 520-463-2700 or www.renfestinfo.com
02.06.10–02.06.10
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First Saturdays Public Art Docent-led Tours
Fountain Hills
On the first Saturday of the month visitors can enjoy docent-led tours of the Fountain Hills public art collection. The town is home to a collection of more than 70 eclectic artworks from nationally and internationally recognized artists. Artwork dots the parks, plazas and public buildings. Tours require walking, take approximately one hour and include a commemorative mug; $5.00 per person. Reservations are required 480-816-5100. A self-guided touring map is available at several locations including the Visitors Center, Community Center, Library and Town Hall. Tour start: Community Center Sculpture Garden at 9am & 10am
02.06.10–02.07.10
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25th Annual Winterfest Festival
Lake Havasu City
Day of appreciation for the community's winter visitors, entertainment, contests, prizes, info booths, main street arts & crafts fair, free, Sat. 10 am - 5 pm, Sun. 10 am - 3 pm, 928-855-4115 or 800-242-8278 or www.golakehavasu.com
02.06.10–02.06.10
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7th Annual Meet the Miners
Fountain Hills
The miners of the Four Peaks Amethyst Mine will recount the interesting history of the mine and the Arizona Amethyst, and about living and working at the mine, miner food
02.06.10–02.06.10
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Valley of the Sun Equestrian Ride
Fountain Hills
This is the second equestrian ride in the park of 25 or 50 miles all within McDowell Mountain Regional Park trails, the horses and their riders leave the Four Peaks Staging Area for a day of competition
02.06.10–02.06.10
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Jerome Art Walk
Jerome
Visit more than 30 of the unique art studios and galleries, meet the artists and see handcrafted art including jewelry, pottery, glass, leatherwork, clothing, paintings and sculpture and more made both locally and internationally, free
02.06.10–02.06.10
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Shanabousard & Dominikrebilas – “Together Forever"
Scottsdale
The story of marriage in 75 minutes! watch and listen as this real-life married couple complete their blind date, journey through their wedding day, raise a family, negotiate mid-life crises, quarrel, reconcile and grow old together; all lovingly sung to a tuneful, charming, and melodic score, $17-20
02.06.10–02.06.10
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Art Safari
Tucson
Walking tour of central Tucson warehouse and storefront galleries, featuring exhibit openings and artist receptions, presented by Central Tucson Gallery Association
02.06.10–02.06.10
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George Winston
Flagstaff
Solo piano concert featuring selections from George’s melodic piano recordings, as well as R&B piano, stride piano, he will also play some Hawaiian Slack Key guitar, also a food drive to support St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance, $24.25-42.25, 8 pm, 928-523-5661 or http://nau.ticketforce.com
02.06.10–02.06.10
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First Saturdays Public Art Docent-led Tour
Fou
Docent-led tours of the Fountain Hills public art collection, more than 70 eclectic artworks from nationally and internationally recognized artists, one-hour walking tour, reservations required, $5, 9 am & 10 am, 480-816-5100 or www.visitfhfm.com
02.06.10–02.06.10
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Motoring Thru Time
Phoenix
Antique and classic vehicles of all shapes and sizes (cars, trucks, motorcycles, vintage travel trailers and others), on exhibit courtesy of Valley enthusiasts, free, 10 am – 4 pm, 602-262-5071 or www.phoenix.gov/parks/heritage.html
02.06.10–02.07.10
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Winter Artisan Market
Oro Valley
Indoor setting, arts in a variety of mediums including oil paintings, pastels, watercolors, drawings, etchings, mixed-media works, black-and-white and color photography, soft and hard sculptures, wood turnings and rustic furniture, pottery, wearable art, hand-blown glass, children’s arts-related activities and silent auction, free, 9 am – 4 pm, www.saaca.org
02.07.10–02.07.10
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Marion Meadows Celebrates Black History Month
Scottsdale
Kerr Cultural Center, with his diverse background in jazz, and with special guests, this will be one of the most interesting and entertaining events of the season, co-presented with Jazz in AZ, $24-29, 7:30 pm, 480-596-2660 or www.asukerr.com
02.08.10–02.15.10
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Estrella War XXV
Florence
By the Society for Creative Anachronism, medieval re-enactment group, more than 6,000 members of the SCA will come from all over the world, visitors welcome, www.estrellawar.org
02.10.10–02.14.10
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51st Annual Tubac Festival of the Arts
Tubac
Arizona’s longest running art festival, showcases the work of hundreds of visiting artists, craft persons and musicians from around the country, horse-drawn trolleys, roving entertainers and a food court, free, $6 parking, 10 am - 5 pm, 520-398-2704 or www.tubacaz.com
02.10.10–02.14.10
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Chocolate Lovers Festival
Clarkdale
Enjoy delicious chocolates and flavored coffees, 928-639-0010 or 800-293-7245 or www.verdecanyonrr.com
02.11.10–02.14.10
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62nd Annual Gold Rush Days
Wickenburg
Senior pro rodeo, gold panning, carnival, western dances, arts & crafts, BBQ, gem show, mucking & drilling contest, contests, 4th largest parade in the state on Sat. morning, 928-684-5479 or 800-942-5242 or www.outwickenburgway.com
02.11.10–02.21.10
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55th Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show
Scottsdale
2,200 of the world's most beautiful Arabians, Half-Arabians & National Show Horses in competition, celebrities, barn parties, exhibitors sell artwork, jewelry, equine gifts, horse care products, $10-15, 8 am – 10 pm, 480-515-1500 or www.scottsdaleshow.com
02.11.10–02.15.10
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43rd Annual O'odham Tash
Casa Grande
A "Celebration of the people", traditional ceremonial dances, parade, Pow Wow, rodeo, fine arts & crafts, $2-8, 520-836-4723 or 800-916-1515 or www.casagrandechamber.org
02.11.10–02.28.10
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Mary Poppins
Tempe
Produced by Disney and Cameron Mackintosh, the show includes songs such as “Chim Chim Cher-ee” and “A Spoonful of Sugar,” 7:30 & 2 pm, 480-965-3434 or www.asugammage.com
02.12.10–02.14.10
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18th Annual Cochise Cowboy Poetry & Music Gathering
Sierra Vista
More than 60 artists from all over the U.S. and Canada in three major stage performances and free mini-concerts, learn the history of the Arizona Territory through song and poetry, celebration of Western culture, history and folklore presented through the song and verse of real cowboys, Friday and Saturday evenings at 7 pm and Sunday matinee at 1 pm, $6-18, free thematic shows are Sat. 10 am - 5 pm, 520-417-6960 or www.cowboypoets.com
02.12.10–02.14.10
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Silver Spur Rodeo
Yuma
PRCA sanctioned rodeo that draws top cowboys and cowgirls from all around the Turquoise Circuit and beyond, also a rodeo parade on Sat morning and rodeo dances on Fri & Sat. evenings, 1 pm, 928-344-5451 or http://yumajaycees.org
02.12.10–02.14.10
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10th Annual Pecan/Wine & Antique Festival
Camp Verde
Features more than 40 antique dealers and locally grown pecans, 12 wineries, live entertainment and educational lectures on wine, grape and pecan growing, $12.50, Fri noon – 6 pm, Sat 9 am – 6 pm, Sun 10 am – 5 pm, http://www.verdeentertainments.com/
02.12.10–02.14.10
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20th Annual Chinese Week & Culture & Cuisine Festival
Phoenix
Sponsored by Phoenix Sister Cities Commission, Chinese cuisine, arts & crafts, the dragon and lion dance, folk dances, mah-jong booth, martial arts demos, musical performances, photo exhibit, hands-on activities, free, parking is $5, Fri 9 am – 5 pm, Sat 10 am – 5 pm, Sun 10 am – 4 pm, http://phoenixchineseweek.org/
02.12.10–02.14.10
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Classic Rock Invitational
Glendale
University of Phoenix Stadium, featuring women’s competition at all levels, 1500 gymnasts, teams from more than 30 states, 3 live bands, $11-16, weekend passes are $25, 480-784-4444 or www.hardrockinvitational.com
02.12.10–02.28.10
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Kennedy
Peoria
Theater Works Algonquin Theater Co., (8355 W. Peoria, 85345), a chronicle of the life and times of the 35th president of the United States, an exploration of America’s most prominent American family from their Irish immigration to the tragic Death of an American President, written by Ron Hunting, 623-815-7930 or www.theaterworks.org
02.12.10–02.12.10
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Diamonds in the Sky
Tucson
visit Flandrau Planetarium’s mineral museum by day, then at the top of Mount Lemmon see their celestial counterparts through our telescope, learn about planets, asteroids and star stuff, tour Catalina Sky and Survey's observatory to see how potentially hazardous asteroids are discovered and cataloged, see how stars whose cores are made of pure carbon making them truly diamonds in the sky, 520-626-8122 or http://skycenter.arizona.edu
02.12.10–02.14.10
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Zuni Fetish Show & Sale
Tucson
Connect with Eriacho Arts and Crafts and other vendors as they demonstrate the art of fetish, educating the public on how to distinguish authentic Indian made items from knockoffs made overseas, free, 10 am – 4 pm, http://www.tohonochulpark.org
02.12.10–02.12.10
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Romance in the Garden
Phoenix
A candlelit concert under starry skies, with music by divine diva Nancy Gee followed by Phoenix legends Dennis Rowland and the Jazz Experience, registration required, $30-35 and optional dinner for $35, 6:30 pm, 480-481-8188 or www.dbg.org
02.12.10–02.14.10
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Arizona Style Showplace
Scottsdale
70,000 square feet, exhibitors create vignettes showcasing innovative ideas depicting Arizona Style, home and garden designs, options for interior and exterior spaces, seminars, $10, 480-664-3960 or http://www.phgmag.com/azstyle
02.13.10–02.14.10
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20th Annual World Championship Hoop Dance Contest
Phoenix
Top American Indian and Canadian First Nation hoop dancers vie for the title of World Champion Hoop Dancer, amazing performances of the intertribal hoop dance where each dancers weaves in aspects of his or her distinct tradition and culture, more than $30,000 in prize money, fry bread & Mexican food, $4-10, 9:30 am - 5 pm, 602-252-8848 or www.heard.org
02.13.10–02.14.10
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54th Annual VNSA Used Book Sale
Phoenix
More than 600,000 books, paperbacks, videos, CD's, DVD's, record albums, puzzles and book-related items, most books are half price on Sunday, free admission, $7 parking, Sat 8 am - 6 pm, Sun 8 am - 4 pm, 602-265-6805 or www.vnsabooksale.org
02.13.10–02.13.10
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25th Annual Tour of Historic Florence
Florence
Florence has more buildings in the National Historic Register than any other town its size in Arizona, tour features public & private buildings built between 1868 and 1930, transportation provided, special exhibits, living history demonstrations, entertainment, $10-12, 9 am - 4 pm, 520-868-4496 or 866-977-4496 or www.florencemainstreet.com
02.13.10–02.13.10
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9th Annual Pemberton 50K
Fountain Hills
Ultra marathon, the 15.4 Pemberton Trail is run twice for this event which draws some of the top competitors in the nation to a course which is considered fast and suitable for breaking records, 5:30 am, www.maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell
02.13.10–02.13.10
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Chocolate Tasting
Bisbee
Sponsored by the Copper Queen Library, the oldest public library in Arizona, revolves around the most decadent chocolate desserts and is for serious chocolate lovers, $10, 6-9 pm, 520-432-4232 or www.discoverbisbee.com
02.13.10–02.13.10
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Fairbank Days
Tombstone
Fairbank Historic Townsite, (2679 N. Old Fairbank Rd., Tombstone, 85638), live music, art exhibits, re-enactments of “the Great Fairbank Train Robbery,” and tours of the Town site and cemetery, bring the family and a picnic, walk, hike or just enjoy the surroundings, free (donations accepted), 520-457-3062
02.13.10–02.13.10
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Aldo Leopold Centennial Event
Florence
McFarland State Park, Kim Stone will portray Aldo Leopold, other activities include historical re-enactors with displays covering Territorial Arizona history in conjunction with Florence Home Tour, also kids activities, part of a yearlong celebration of Aldo Leopold – ecologist, forester and environmentalist - arrival in the southwest, (in Springerville, AZ in 1909), 9 am – 4 pm, www.azstateparks.com
02.13.10–02.13.10
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Food Fight, the Waist Watcher Musical
Queen Creek
Shows the pleasures and neuroses that come with the universal obsession, features four women in a women’s only gym, belting out hysterical song parodies about food, diets, exercise, yoga, plastic surgery, self-esteem, marriage and more, 480-987-5964 or www.qcpac.com
02.13.10–02.14.10
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Fairgrounds Antique Market
Phoenix
Featuring verbal appraisal clinic $5 per items proceeds benefit National Alliance of Mental Illness, free workshops & seminars, $4, Sat 9 am - 5 pm, Sun 10 am - 4 pm, 602-717-7337 or www.azantiqueshow.com
02.13.10–02.27.10
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The Play About the Naked Guy
Tempe
Tempe Performing Arts Center, (132 E. 6th St.), by David Bell, The Integrity Players, an off-off Broadway theatre company is on the brink of shuttering, when a trio of financially successful impresarios, responsible for such stage hits as Naked Boys Running Around Naked and Drunk Frat Boys Making Porn, offer to help save their company, a hilarious battle between commercialism and artistic allegiance ensues, contains nudity and adult content, $15-20, 8 & 2 pm, 480-820-8022 or www.straycattheatre.org
02.13.10–02.13.10
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6th Annual Subway FanFest with the Arizona Diamondbacks
Phoenix
Includes autographs (limited and $5) and photograph sessions, memorabilia and sports card sales, interactive games and opportunities with current players, coaches, alumni and broadcasters, ticket sales for the best seats, clubhouse tours, free, 10 am – 5 pm, 602-462-3378 or www.dbacks.com/fanfest
02.13.10–02.13.10
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10th Annual Strong Beer Fest
Phoenix
A tasting of strong beers (and others) from Arizona breweries and guest breweries around the Southwest and California, musical entertainment, $35-50, 1-5 pm, www.azbrewguild.com
02.13.10–02.13.10
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Parker Rotary Desert Dash
Parker
A 5-mile walk, run or mountain bike trip out to the famous Nellie E. Saloon (The Desert Bar), a beautiful time of year to visit the solar powered bar, 928 669-6511 or http://parkerareatourism.com
02.13.10–02.13.10
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28th Annual La Reunion de El Fuerte
Tucson
Free, self-guided walking tour to historic sites, free maps of the tour route & free shuttle, 12:30 - 4 pm, 520-318-0219 or http://www.oflna.org
02.13.10–02.13.10
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Yuma Crossing Days
Yuma
Historic presentations and old west reenactments, displays will be featured and many activities for children, tours of the Quartermaster Depot, 928-783-4771 or http://www.yumaheritage.com
02.13.10–02.13.10
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A Weekend of Wine and Chocolate
Willcox
Sample specialty crafted chocolates prepared to pair with wines, $5, 10 am – 4 pm, 520-384-2993 or www.coronadovineyards.com
02.13.10–02.13.10
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Mustangs & Muscle Charity Car Show
Mesa
Features WW11 P-51 Mustang fighters along with both classic and new cars, the car show is open to all makes, models and years of muscle cars, street rods, 4X4’s, exotics, imports and motorcycles, warbirds include B-17 Sentimental Journey, B-25 Mitchell Bomber, North American SNJ/T-6 and Stearman trainers, hot wheel racing for the kids, 10 am – 4 pm, 480-924-1940 or www.azcaf.org
02.13.10–02.14.10
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Kona 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo
Tucson
Bike ride, limited to 1,400, benefits Copper Corridor Economic Development Coalition, www.epicrides.com
02.13.10–02.14.10
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Astro Amore
Tucson
Spend a romantic Valentine’s Day under the stars, see the stars, constellations, and other heavenly bodies that both captivated the ancients and continue to elicit amorous feelings today, from star-crossed lovers to asteroids named "Eros," the heavens have much to offer couples looking for a unique way to celebrate the evening together, 520-626-8122 or http://skycenter.arizona.edu
02.13.10–02.13.10
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8th Annual Thai Multicultural Day
Phoenix
Thai food and desserts from four different regions, best of Thailand, Thai pavilion, fruit craving, silk and handicrafts, exhibition on Thai/US relations, music, classical and folk dancing of Thailand, by the Thai Cultural Council of Arizona, free, 11 am – 5 pm, 623-935-2276 or www.watprom.com
02.13.10–02.13.10
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2nd Annual Romance on the Rails
Globe
The Copper Spike Train leaves the candlelit depot for a one-hour journey, enjoy chocolate-dipped treats, light samplings of sweets and music, drawing for a romantic gift basket, $25, 7 pm, 866-979-7245 or www.copperspike.com
02.14.10–02.14.10
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22nd Annual Willo Historic Home Tour & Street Festival
Phoenix
A variety of homes from Tudor to Spanish Revival, Bungalow to Ranch, from the 1920-1940’s, trolley cars provide transportation, or you may walk, also a street fair, $15, 10 am – 4 pm, www.willohistoricdistrict.com
02.14.10–02.14.10
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The IMS Arizona Marathon
Glendale
Integrated Medical Services (IMS) marathon consists of a full (Boston Marathon Qualifying) marathon, a half marathon, marathon relay and a 5K walk/run for runners, joggers and walkers through four West Valley cities, 7 am, 623-935-0322 or www.thearizonamarathon.com
02.14.10–02.14.10
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Sunday A'Fair
Scottsdale
Center for the Arts, features the Valley's top entertainers at noon and 2 pm, this week is, a diverse selection of arts & crafts, hands-on craft activities for children, docent-guided tours of the outdoor sculptures, free, noon - 4:30 pm, 480-994-ARTS or www.Scottsdaleperformingarts.org
02.14.10–02.14.10
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Winterfest Star Fest
Flagstaff
Numerous telescopes set up for viewing throughout the Lowell campus, $8, 928-774-3358 or www.lowell.edu
02.14.10–02.14.10
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3rd Annual Valentine’s Day Concert
Flagstaff
Featuring folk and bluegrass Anne and Pete Sibley who won the Great American Duet Sing-Off on NPRs A Prairie Home Companion, $15-18, 6 pm, 928-779-2300 or http://www.culturalpartners.org
02.15.10–02.21.10
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Accenture Match Play Golf Championship
Marana
Come February the eyes of golf will fall on Southern Arizona as The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Dove Mountain plays home to the World Golf Championships - Accenture Match Play Championship. The world's top 64 golfers will try to etch their names in the history book of this exciting tournament. www.worldgolfchampionships.com or http://www.visittucson.org/visitor/golf/matchplay/ <!-- /* Font Definitions */ @font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"; panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:roman; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-1610611985 1107304683 0 0 159 0;} @font-face {font-family:Calibri; panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4; mso-font-alt:"Times New Roman"; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:swiss; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-1610611985 1073750139 0 0 159 0;} /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";} a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {mso-style-priority:99; color:blue; text-decoration:underline; text-underline:single;} a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; color:purple; mso-themecolor:followedhyperlink; text-decoration:underline; text-underline:single;} .MsoChpDefault {mso-style-type:export-only; mso-default-props:yes; font-size:10.0pt; mso-ansi-font-size:10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size:10.0pt;} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} -->
02.15.10–02.15.10
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We Love ASU Collections
Tempe
A free open house and day of tours, includes guided tours at some museums and galleries and self-guided opportunities at others, behind-the-scenes opportunities, 9 am – 4 pm, www.asu.edu/museums/
02.18.10–02.21.10
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39th Annual Arizona National Boat Show & Watersports Expo
Phoenix
Civic Plaza, the SW's most spectacular display of boats & marine accessories, from rubber rafts to houseboats, canoes to ski boats, wind surfing, water skiing, scuba diving, plus fishing tackle & tips, $6-8, W 3-9 pm, Thu-Fri noon – 9 pm, Fri noon - 9 pm, Sat 10 am - 9 pm, Sun 10 am - 6 pm, 602-230-7660 or www.greenband.com
02.18.10–02.28.10
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A Lesson Before Dying
Phoenix
Playhouse in the Park, (1850 N. Central), while waiting for the Sunset Limited, two men have a startling encounter on that platform that leads them to a run-down tenement where a life or death decision must be made, by Black Theatre Troupe, $12-29.50, 602-258-8128 or www.blacktheatretroupe.org
02.18.10–03.07.10
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Phoenix
Herberger Theater Center, (222 E. Monroe), two hyper-talented young songwriters in New York write a new musical about two hyper-talented young songwriters in New York trying to write a new musical…! an unpredictable, tongue-in-cheek musical about show business and making one’s dreams come true. a Cinderella tale set to music about the journey from the unemployment line to the Great White Way, 602-256-6995 or www.aztheatreco.org
02.19.10–02.20.10
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65th Anniversary of Iwo Jima
Sacaton
Ira H. Hayes American Legion Post, Fri dinner, Sat. parade with military flyover followed by ceremonial events at the Memorial Park, a massing of colors, flag raising, Remembrance Table Service, monument plaque dedication and wreath laying, also a gourd dance and powwow, 520-562-8484 or 520-836-1022
02.19.10–02.19.10
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Hawk Walks
Flagstaff
Learn how to fly live birds of prey with raptor rehabilitators, small groups of 4-8 participants work directly with hawks, falcons and owls, 9:45 am, 928-774-1442 or www.thearb.org
02.19.10–02.19.10
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Phoenix Boys Choir Presents Musical Memorial to Holocaust Survivors
Mesa
Classical Vault: featuring Davidson and Daniel features the United States premiere of a contemporary Jewish composer coupled with Charles Davidson’s most well known and celebrated composition which pays tribute to the 15,000 children imprisoned in concentration camps during World War II, $20-27, 7:30 pm, 602-264-5328 ext. 21 or http://www.phoenixboyschoir.org
02.20.10–02.28.10
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85th Annual La Fiesta de los Vaqueros – The Tucson Rodeo & Parade
Tucson
Top contestants in the sport of rodeo, vying for a share of more than $350,000 in prize money, this PRCA rodeo is America's largest, outdoor, midwinter rodeo; standard events as well as special acts, clowns, little buckaroos in Mutton Bustin’ and Justin Junior Rodeo & a parade on Thursday, $16-26, 1 pm, 520-741-2233 or www.tucsonrodeo.com
02.20.10–02.20.10
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Parada Del Sol Rodeo Parade
Scottsdale
The Parada del Sol proudly present the 57th Annual Parada del Sol Parade. This parade has the distinction of being known as the World's Largest Horse drawn Parade. The Parade will be held on Saturday February 20th, 2010 at 10:00 am. The Parade runs north up Scottsdale Road from Oak to Indian School. The applications are rolling in and this will be one parade you won’t want to miss. Don’t forget the new date, February 20th, Grab a seat and come hang out with the Parada del Sol.
02.20.10–02.21.10
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26th Annual Historic Home Tour & Antique & Quilt Show
Globe
Transportation is provided by tour guides, tours through each home, begins in downtown Globe, ends at the antique show, quilt show, $, 9 am - 3 pm, 928-425-4495 or 800-804-5623 or www.globemiamichamber.com
02.20.10–02.20.10
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8th Annual Basnat Mela (Kite Flying Festival)
Mesa
A seasonal festival celebrated at the end of winter to welcome spring, “yellow” is the color of the festival, it is also a cultural festival, vendors with Pakistani arts and crafts, apparel and jewelry, traditional Pakistani food, music, youth activities, experience a henna tattoo, free, 11 am – 6 pm, 623-570-9526 or www.pakistaninformation.org
02.20.10–02.20.10
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17th Annual Great Arizona Outback Chili Cook-Off and Poker Run
Salome
Chili & salsa competition including a People’s Choice Chili Tasting, poker run includes off-road vehicles, antique car show, art show, quilt show, entertainment, food, free, 8 am – 4 pm, 928-859-3846 or www.azoutback.com
02.20.10–03.07.10
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14th Annual Phoenix Jewish Film Festival
Scottsdale
Features six films, one each evening at 7 pm, also a Gala, films aimed at both younger and older audiences, 480-451-1788 or www.gpjff.org
02.20.10–02.20.10
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Murder at the High Noon Saloon
Chandler
A good, old fashioned “whodunit” and four-act bawdy Western comedy and murder mystery presented by Rawhide & Pistols & Petticoats, takes place in a saloon and brothel in the early 1880s, interactive, $48, 6 pm, 480-502-5600 ext. 1204 or www.rawhide.com
02.20.10–02.21.10
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2010…Rocks Again
Apache Junction
Apache Junction Rock & Gem Club sponsors a jewelry, gem and rock show, with 23 dealers of jewelry, gemstones, beads, rocks, minerals, fossils, lapidary equipment and supplies, the only indoor show in the Phoenix area, a Ming tree (gem tree) making activity for all ages, door prizes, silent auction, benefit, $1-3, under 12 free, Sat 9 am- 5 pm, Sun 10 am – 4 pm, 480-982-7760 or www.ajrockclub.com
02.20.10–02.20.10
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17th Annual Great Arizona Outback Chili Cook-Off
Salome
Chili & salsa competition, 4-wheel drive poker run, classic car show, art/craft show, quilt show, live and silent auctions, food, free, 8 am – 4 pm, 928-859-3846 or www.azoutback.com
02.20.10–02.20.10
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7th Annual Rose Auction
Mesa
Home of the largest rose garden in the Desert Southwest, rare and unusual roses will be sold at auction, more than 120 roses, modern and antique, large and small, silent auction, raffle, refreshments, free, doors open at noon, 602-430-6941 or www.Roses4AZ-Mevrs.org
02.20.10–02.21.10
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Old Time Fiddle Contest
Tucson
One of the longest-running fiddle contests in the West from the 1940s, old-time, bluegrass music performed live and unplugged, 520-791-4079 or www.arizonaoldtimefiddlers.org
02.21.10–02.28.10
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16th Annual International Film Festival & Workshop
Sedona
Hot new domestic & international films screened prior to release, documentary & animation features, features, shorts, film making workshop, filmmakers introduce their films & host Q&A sessions, $10-250, 928-282-1177 or www.sedonafilmfestival.com
02.21.10–02.21.10
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4th Annual Geo-Cache Bash
Lake Havasu City
A geo-caching adventure for all ages, discover all the hidden treasures to be found, bring your handheld GPS unit, 10 am, 928-855-1223 or www.azstateparks.com
02.21.10–02.21.10
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20th Annual Lost Dutchman Treasure Hunt
Apapache Junction
A single two-hour hunt, numbered tokens will be planted that correspond to nuggets and prizes that will be displayed in a show case at the hunt, www.smth-gold.com/Hunt%20doc/Map.doc
02.22.10–02.28.10
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Spring Satellite Grand American Trap Shoot
Tucson
Annual tournament for competitive shotgun shooting at clay targets presented by Tucson Trap and Skeet Club, 520-883-6426 or www.tucsontrapandskeet.com or http://www.shootata.com
02.24.10–02.25.10
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Wrangling the Stars
Tucson
Celebrate the heritage of the American west, come experience what cowboys saw while tending to their cattle or sitting around a campfire at night – and get the flavor of the western chuckwagon dinner, the southwestern stars have never been brighter or more accessible than from our observatories atop Mount Lemmon, 520-626-8122 or http://skycenter.arizona.edu
02.26.10–02.28.10
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57th Annual Jaycees' Parada Del Sol Rodeo
Scottsdale
Rodeos, major dances, concerts, live country western music, children's activities, $, Friday 7 pm, Saturday 1 & 7 pm, Sunday 2 pm, 480-990-3179 or www.paradadelsol.org
02.26.10–02.28.10
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24th Annual Great Fair
Fountain Hills
480 juried artists & craftspeople, food, live musical entertainment and beer garden, free, 10 am - 5 pm, 480-837-1654 or www.fountainhillschamber.com
02.26.10–02.26.10
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4th Friday Art Walk
Prescott
15 galleries stay open late and offer food, musical entertainment, artist receptions and painting demonstrations, www.artthe4th.com
02.26.10–02.26.10
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MyoMed Ragnar Relay Del Sol
Prescott
Your team of 12 maniacs will run around the clock in this springtime relay through the Arizona desert, 202-miler runs from Prescott to Mesa, 801-318-6660 or www.getsetaz.com
02.26.10–03.12.10
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These Shining Lives
Tempe
Deals with a sobering subject. In the 1920s and '30s, the Radium Dial Company of Chicago employed scores of women to paint radium on watch dials with little thought for worker safety, 7:30 & 2 pm, 480-965-6447 or http://asuevents.asu.edu/
02.26.10–02.26.10
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Phoenix Boys Choir Presents Musical Memorial to Holocaust Survivors
Phoenix
Classical Vault: featuring Davidson and Daniel features the United States premiere of a contemporary Jewish composer coupled with Charles Davidson’s most well known and celebrated composition which pays tribute to the 15,000 children imprisoned in concentration camps during World War II, $22-27, 7:30 pm, 602-264-5328 ext. 21 or http://www.phoenixboyschoir.org
02.26.10–02.28.10
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10th Annual Phoenix International Sportsmen's Exposition
Glendale
300 exhibitors, the latest in adventure trips, hunting accessories, fishing gear and family fun, camping equipment, info about lodges, resorts, boating, seminars, contests and hands-on features, $7-15 and youth 12 and under are free, Fri-Sat 10 am - 7 pm, Sun 10 am - 5 pm, 800-545-6100 or www.sportsexpos.com
02.26.10–02.26.10
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Astronomy Open House
Tempe
Learn about the moon & planets, free, 8-10 pm, 480-727-7010 or http://homepage.mac.com/agfuentes/openhouse.html
02.27.10–02.28.10
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North End Classic
Yuma
One of the most popular crit courses in Arizona features a nice mixture of turns and small inclines wrapping its way through old downtown Yuma, not overly technical but technical enough to keep it interesting, a course where a climber or a sprinter could win, long, wide sprint finish with a slight incline at the end, purse of $6500 in cash plus more in prizes and primes, races begin at 7 am and finish by 4 pm, http://yumabikeclub.com
02.27.10–02.28.10
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26th Annual Matsuri: A Festival of Japan
Phoenix
Highlights Japanese culture with entertainment, authentic crafts, food & fine arts, includes martial arts demos, Taiko drums & audience participation in traditional Japanese folk dances, free, 10:30 am - 4:30 pm, 602-262-5029 or www.azmatsuri.org
02.27.10–02.28.10
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46th Annual Arizona Scottish Highland Games
Phoenix
Competition, demonstrations, Highland dancers, ancient athletic events, children's games, clan booths, food, artifact & clothing vendors & reenactment groups, massed pipes & drums, $5-15, 7:30 am - 5 pm, 602-431-0095 or www.arizonascots.com
02.27.10–02.27.10
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The Mid-Winter Model Railroading Meet
Phoenix
Sales hall with trains running all day, trains of all sizes and scales, cars, boats, model railroad scales, how-to demonstrations, modeling, lay track, accessories, build mountains and tunnels, operating layouts from wooden to battery to transformer powered, swap meet, $5/family, 9 am – 3 pm, 602-799-8570 or 480-423-8725 or www.gcmrr.org
02.27.10–02.27.10
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Spring Training 2010 Fan Fest
Peoria
Open spring training with the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres, watch your favorite players in practice situations, autograph sessions, interactive games for the kids, kids clinic, 9 am - 2 pm, 623-773-7393 or www.peoriaaz.com/springtrain
02.27.10–02.27.10
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Spring Training 2010 Fan Fest
Peoria
Open spring training with the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres, watch your favorite players in practice situations, autograph sessions, interactive games for the kids, kids clinic, 9 am - 2 pm, 623-773-7393 or www.peoriaaz.com/springtrain
02.27.10–02.28.10
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10th Annual Hummingbird Stitchers Quilt Show & Sale
Sierra Vista
A major quilt show with displays of member's work, workshops and vendors, $5, Sat 9 am – 5 pm, Sun 10 am – 3 pm, 520-417-6960 or www.visitsierravista.com or www.hummingbirdquiltguild.com
02.27.10–02.28.10
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9th Annual Ceramics Studio Tour
Phoenix
Presents work of more than 40 professional ceramic artists in Phoenix metro area, a rare opportunity to view working and living spaces of participating artists and view demonstrations of wheel-throwing...
02.27.10–02.27.10
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Fan Fest
Goodyear
See your favorite Indians and Reds players in action, tour the facility, test your skills on interactive activities, purchase gear and tickets for the season, enter drawings to win tickets and team memorabilia, free, 9 am – 2 pm, 623-882-7525 or www.ci.goodyear.az.us
02.27.10–02.27.10
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World Desert Fair
Superior
Get a taste of foods, crafts and entertainment from deserts around the globe as you traverse the trails of the Arboretum, from the prickly pear pads of the Sonoran Desert to the pomegranates of Central Asia, $3-7.50, 11 am - 3 pm, 520-689-2811 or http://arboretum.ag.arizona.edu
02.28.10–02.28.10
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Desert Classic Duathlon
Fountain Hills
This run, bike, run event is very popular with local and national competitors because all the running is done on trails through the beautiful Sonoran Desert, trail run 3.5 miles, road bike 21 miles, Trail Run 2.7 miles, Tri-Kids run .4 miles, bike 5 miles and run .5 miles, one of the best conducted duathlons in the nation, 8 am, www.active.com or www.desertclassicduathlon.com
02.28.10–02.28.10
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Sunday A'Fair
Scottsdale
Center for the Arts, features the Valley's top entertainers at noon and 2 pm, this week is, a diverse selection of arts & crafts, hands-on craft activities for children, docent-guided tours of the outdoor sculptures, free, noon - 4:30 pm, 480-994-ARTS or www.Scottsdaleperformingarts.org
02.28.10–02.28.10
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Darkness & Light – American Lutheran Church
Sun City
(17200 Del Webb Blvd.), the Phoenix Chorale explores the spectrum of emotions evoked in today’s choral music, love, loss, spirituality, innocence, joy and beyond, includes the world premiere of composer-in-residence Ola Gieilo’s newest work commission by the Phoenix Chorale, 3 pm, 602-253-2224 or www.phoenixchorale.org
02.28.10–02.28.10
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Annual Friends of Mexican Art Hacienda Tour & Mercado
Paradise Valley
Intimate look at four homes in the Paradise Valley and Scottsdale area and the art collections their owners have amassed, the Mercado features local dealers in Mexican and Latin American art, $50, 10 am – 4 pm, 480-644-6515 or www.friendsofmexicanart.org
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