Thursday, August 27, 2015

Have nothing to do this weekend? We can help :)

Events 
 
                       Register Now! 

Wicked 
Fri. 08/28 - Sun. 08/30, times vary
ASU Gammage, Tempe
Enjoy Broadway's biggest blockbuster and cultural phenomenon, Wicked. $30-$150
more info   map 

Aloha Summer Family Pool Party 
Sat. 08/29, 1pm
Mesa High School
Families can say "aloha" to summer, float down the lazy river, play Hawaiian themed games, and win fan prizes. $2-$4
more info   map 

An Evening of Art and Wine 
Sat. 08/29, 6pm
Phoenix Theatre
Enjoy appetizers, wine, music, and an incredible Art Auction of fine and contemporary artwork. $30-$35
more info   map 

Insomniac Night Trail Run  
Sat. 08/29 & Sun. 08/30, 7pm
McDowell Mountain Regional Park,
Fountain Hills
Escape the heat of the summer and explore the desert at night. $35-$85
more info   map 

Denise Martin Quintet 
Sat. 08/29, 7:30pm
The Nash, Phoenix
Denise Martin has been a jazz singer for over 20 years, and amazes listeners with her easy command of the instrument. $8-$15
more info   map 

ArtHouse 
Sat. 08/29, 7pm
Casey Moore's Oyster House, Tempe
Check out some live and local artists while enjoying music by DJ Kns Bigandbad. $3.50
more info   FB   map 

Event & Party Planner Expo 
Sat. 08/29, 12pm-5pm
Doubletree Resort, Scottsdale
The expo will feature three fashion shows, live entertainment, raffles, giveaways, and demonstrations. $15
more info   FB   map 

Pimpinela 
Sat, 08/29, 8:30pm
Celebrity Theatre, Phoenix
Pimpinela is an Argentine duo famous for singing romantic musical pieces and known for their original singing style. $45-$70
more info   map 

Dog Portrait Painting Class 
Sun. 08/30, 2pm
Noble Beast, Phoenix
A Dog Portrait Class hosted by Puff & Fluff Grooming including supplies to paint a portrait of your furry friends. $45
more info   map 

Patio Farming: Growing Food & Ornamental Plants in Small Spaces 
Sun. 08/30, 2pm-4pm
Maricopa County Cooperative Extension Office 
A master gardener will show you how to grow beautiful edibles and ornamentals using containers for small spaces. $20
more info   map
Movies
 
Home showtimes and ticketsIn Theaters Rated
War RoomPG

No Escape
        
        R
Z for ZachariahPG-13

New DVD Releases
 
   Rated

Critics Say
Big Game  PG-13     
CitizenfourR   
Where Hope GrowsPG-13    

Sports 
 
Arizona Diamondbacks
   

vs Athletics 
08/28 @ 6:40pm 
08/29 
@ 5:10pm
08/30 @ 1:10pm
MLBN  
Schedule
 
 
ASU Sun Devils
 
Women's Soccer
vs UNLV
 
08/28 @ 7:00pm 
Schedule
Arizona Wildcats
 
Women's Soccer 
@ Northern Arizona 
08/28 @ 7:00pm 
Schedule
NASCAR


 

Schedule  
 
PGA TOUR

  
 
              The Barclays 
              Edison, NJ
              08/27-08/30 @
              times vary
              Golf Network
              
Schedule 

Weather 

 
 Friday 
Clear  
 
109º/87º
Saturday 
Clear 
110º/86º
Sunday 
Clear 
   110º/86º   


          

Thursday, August 20, 2015

Don't get bored this weekend 8/20/2015

Events 
 
                       Register Now! 

Ja'makin Me Crazy...Music Art Fest 
Fri. 08/21, 6pm
Be An Artist Studio, Phoenix
Dance, play a steel drum, and create an art piece of a tropical sunset or island theme. $28
more info   map 

Dinosaur Mountain 
Fri. 08/21 - Sun. 08/23, times vary
Arizona Museum of Natural History, Mesa
Replica beasts from the Age of Dinosaurs roam the Earth in this permanent display.
more info   map
 

"Super Heroes" 
Fri. 08/21 & Sat. 08/22, 9:30am-5pm 
Heard Museum, Phoenix 
A Native American viewpoint on what makes a super hero including drawings and works on paper. $18 
more info   map 

Diana Krall 
Fri. 08/21, 8pm 
Phoenix Symphony Hall
Diana Krall is a Canadian jazz pianist and singer, known for her contralto vocals and has won five Grammy's and eight Juno.
more info   map 

Pinewood Derby Event 
Sat. 08/22, 11am-2pm 
TechShop Chandler 
Design, carve, paint, weigh, refine, and race a car on a beautiful 20ft track. $25 per team. 
more info   map 

Annual Knights of Columbus Golf Scramble 
Sat. 08/22, 12pm 
Country Meadows Golf Course, Peoria 
For only $60 you get a cart, a round of golf, hot dogs, and beer for the course, as well as a steak dinner afterwards. 
more info   map 

Tuscan Cooking Class  
Sat. 08/22, 12pm 
Zappone's Italian Bistro, Gilbert 
Learn to cook Tuscan Soup, Handmade Tortelloni, Stuffed-Braised Pork Loin, and a Tuscan Dessert. $44 
more info   map 

Food Truck Caravan 
Sat, 08/22, 7:30pm-11:30pm 
5th Ave. and Goldwater St. 
An assortment of 12 rolling gourmet restaurants will descend upon 5th Avenue and Goldwater Street as part of the Food Truck Caravan of eats and entertainment. 
more info   map 

Sunday Jam Session 
Sun. 08/23, 6pm-9pm
 
The Nash
The true spirit of Jazz plays out on stage as student and pro musicians play together, unrehearsed, in a variety of combinations.
more info   map 

Be...Giving 
Sun. 08/23, 2pm 
Be An Artist Studio,Phoenix
Bring the family, paint your own masterpiece, and help support the Phoenix Children's Hospital. $26
more info   map
Movies
 
Home showtimes and ticketsIn Theaters Rated
She's Funny That WayR

After Words
        
        NR
Hitman: Agent 47R

New DVD Releases
 
   Rated

Critics Say
Strangerland  R 
VendettaR
Lambert & StampR

Sports 
 
Arizona Diamondbacks
   

@ Reds 
08/21 @ 4:10pm 
08/22 
@ 4:10pm
08/23 @ 10:10pm
MLBN  
Schedule
Arizona Rattlers


@ San Jose SaberCats
08/22
 @ 5:00pm
Schedule
 
 
 
NASCAR


 

Irwin Tools Night Race 
Bristol Motor Speedway
08/22 @ 4:30pm
Schedule 
 
 
PGA TOUR

  
 
              Wyndham 
              Championship 
              Greensboro, NC
              08/20-08/23 @
              times vary
              Golf Network
              Schedule
MLS
 

Major League Soccer 
Schedule 
ESPN
 
 


Weather 

 
 Friday 
Clear  
 
103º/79º
Saturday 
Clear 
101º/83º
Sunday 
Clear 
   106º/84º   


          

Friday, August 14, 2015

Lots "brewing this weekend" 8/14/15 enjoy!

Events 

 
   October 20, 2015  -  Register Now! 

Women Making Faces: Portraits by Arizona Women Artists 
Fri. 08/14, 7pm
Chandler Center for the Arts
A project to promote the excellent talent of Arizona Portraitists and the notable women that are invited to be painted.
more info   map 

EVITA 
Fri. 08/14 & Sat. 08/15, times vary
Tuscany Theatre, Gilbert
The Tuscany Theatre Company launches its season with a riveting production of the Tony award-winning musical EVITA. $10-$15
more info   map 

Competitive Improv Comedy 
Fri. 08/14 & Sat. 08/15, 7:30pm & 9:45pm
National Comedy Theatre Phoenix
A hilarious, spontaneous, and interactive experience where you shout suggestions, pick games, and decide on the funniest group. $12-$14
more info   map 

Sugar Thieves 
Fri. 08/14, 7:30pm
Chandler Center for the Arts
The Sugar Thieves have a sultry blues roots foundation, and a powerhouse delta sound that will take you back in time.
more info   map 

Second Friday Night Out 
Fri. 08/14, 6pm-10pm
Historic Downtown Mesa
This weeks theme, Hotter Than Hades, features a costume contest, trivia, art booths, gallery openings, live music and more.
more info   map 

Kids Day Off Expo  
Sat. 08/15, 10am-4pm
WestWorld of Scottsdale
A One-Of-A-Kind Expo showcasing Kid-Friendly Businesses, and featuring live entertainment, activities, and special appearances.
more info   map 

Desert Botanical Garden Flashlight Tour 
Sat, 08/15, 7pm-9pm
Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix
A sensory adventure where you will see, hear, and feel the desert night.
more info   map 

Trio Balkan Strings 
Sun. 08/16, 4pm
Tempe Center for the Arts
Zovan Starcevic & Sons performs their original guitar music in Balkan Jazz style. $20
more info   map 

Princess and Superhero Training 
Sun. 08/16, 12pm
Dave & Buster's
Dress your kids up and bring them to meet their favorite heroes and princesses. Proceeds go to  Make-A Wish Arizona. $5
more info   FB   map 

American Idol Live! 
Sun. 08/16, 7:30pm
Ikeda Theatre, Mesa
American Idol Live! will give fans an opportunity to get up close and personal with the Top Five from season 14. $39-$340
more info   map
Movies 
 
Home showtimes and ticketsIn Theaters Rated
A Man From U.N.C.L.E. PG-13

The Gift
        
        R
Vacation R

New DVD Releases
 
   Rated

Critics Say
Unfriended  R 
Police Story 2013NR
Hunting ElephantsNR
 

Sports 
 
Arizona Diamondbacks
   

@ Braves 
08/14 @ 4:35pm 
08/15 
@ 4:10pm
08/16 @ 10:35pm
MLBN  
Schedule
Arizona Rattlers


vs Opponent TBD  
08/15
 @ 6:00pm
Schedule
 
 
 
NASCAR


 

Pure Michigan 400 
Michigan International Speedway
08/16 @ 11:30am
Schedule 
 
 
PGA TOUR

  
 
              PGA 
              Championship 
              Sheboygen, WI
              08/13-08/16 @
              times vary
              Golf Network
              Schedule
MLS
 

Major League Soccer 
Schedule 
ESPN
 
 


Weather 

 
 Friday 
Clear  
 
113º/89º
Saturday 
Partly Cloudy 
112º/89º
Sunday 
Clear 
   111º/88º