Thursday, November 19, 2015

11/19/15 Pretty nice things to do

Events 

Brahms Symphony No. 2 
Fri. 11/20 & Sat. 11/21, times vary
Phoenix Symphony Hall
The lilting Symphony No. 2 is generally regarded as the most genial and relaxed of Brahms' four works in the genre, but its finale is jubilant and electrifying. $18-$79
more info   map 

Goodguys 18th Southwest Nationals 
Fri. 11/20 - Sun. 11/22, 8am
WestWorld of Scottsdale
View over 3,000 rods, customs, classic, muscle cars, and trucks through '72.
more info   map 

Creative Designer's Holiday Classic Boutique 
Fri. 11/20 & Sat. 11/21, times vary
Trilogy at Power Ranch, Gilbert
The event features uniquely designed and handcrafted items perfect for your holiday gift giving.
more info   map 

Author Walk with Third Friday Art Walk 
Fri. 11/20, 6pm-10pm
AJ Chandler Park
View local artisans displaying and selling their wares, and meander to the north area of the park where local authors will be selling their books.
more info   map 

By Golly, Be Jolly Holiday Boutique 
Fri. 11/20, 5pm
Mesa Community College
The evening's events will include live entertainment, a car show, food trucks, auctions, magicians, shopping and more.
more info   map 

The Wizard of OZ 
Fri. 11/20 - Sun. 11/22, times vary
Phoenix Theatre
Enjoy this adaption by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company, based upon the Classical Motion Picture The Wizard of OZ. $35-$50
more info   map 

MCC's 50th Anniversary Finale 
Fri. 11/20, 5pm
MCC Rose Garden, Mesa
Celebrate MCC's multicultural history and heritage with festival style booths, food trucks, arts and crafts, live music, dance, and storytelling.
more info   map 

Legends of Country Music Show 
Sat. 11/21, 3pm
Farnsworth Hall, Mesa
Legends of Country Music is the largest country tribute show touring today, featuring the music of more than 20 legendary entertainers. $30
more info   map 

Woofstock 
Sat. 11/21, 9am-1:30pm
Tumbleweed Park, Chandler
The 8th Annual Woofstock includes Pets on Parade, a mini dog park, free booth activities, pet adoptions and more.
more info   map 

Desert Discovery Day 
Sat. 11/21, 10am-2pm
Jewel of the Creek Preserve, Cave Creek
The day includes stations along the Harry Dalton Trail with live animals, crafts, goody bags, and free food and drink.
more info   map 

Sunland Village Arts and Crafts Events 
Sat. 11/21, 9am-3pm
Sunland Village, Mesa
Browse over 100 crafters selling unique, one of a kind, all handmade items.
more info   map 

Fall Girls on the Run 5k 
Sun. 11/22, 7am
Wesley Bolin Plaza, Phoenix
Girls on the Run features medals, scenic and flat 1-mile and 5k courses, music, snacks, a free photo booth and more. $60
more info   map 

Bistro's 5th Annual Wine Festival 
Sun. 11/22, 12pm
My Wine Cellar, Phoenix
Five distributors each pour four wines perfect for Thanksgiving and other holiday dinners. $25
more info   map
 

    
      
          Thanksgiving: Dining Out Guide
Movies
 
Home showtimes and ticketsIn Theaters Rated
The Hunger Games: 
Mockingjay - Part 2
       
     PG-13

Secret in Their Eyes
     
     PG-13

The Intern
       
     PG-13

New DVD Releases
 
   Rated

   Critics Say

The Man From
U.N.C.L.E.
 
PG
      
      
We Are Your Friends R      
Jimmy's HallPG-13      

Sports 
 
Phoenix Suns
   
   
 
@ Denver Nuggets
11/20 
@ 7:00pm
@ New Orleans
11/22
 @ 4:00pm
Arizona Sun Devils

 
Football 
@ Arizona
11/21
 @ 1:30pm
Men's Basketball 
next week
Women's Basketball 
@ SMU
 
11/21 @ 12:00pm
Wrestling 
@ Ohio State
11/20
 @ 5:00pm
vs Boise State
11/22
 @ 7:00pm
Ice Hockey 
next week 
Women's Volleyball 
vs Southern California
11/22
 @ 1:00pm
Arizona Cardinals
 
@ Cincinnati Bengals
11/22 
@ 6:30pm
Arizona Wildcats





 
Football 
vs Arizona State
 
11/21 @ 1:30pm
Men's Basketball 
vs Northwestern State
11/22
 @ 6:00pm
Women's Basketball 
@ University of San Diego
11/21 
@ 5:00pm
Women's Soccer 
next week 
Women's Volleyball 
vs Southern California
11/20
 @ 6:00pm
 
vs UCLA
11/22
 @ 12:00pm
Arizona Coyotes
 
@ Jets
11/21 
@ 5:00pm
NASCAR


 

Ford Ecoboost 400 
Homestead-Miami Speedway
11/22 @ 12:00pm
 
 
PGA TOUR

  
 
              The RSM Classic  
              Sea Island, GA
              11/19-11/22 @ Times vary
              Golf Network


Weather 

 
 Friday 
 Clear
 77º/53º
Saturday 
Clear
80º/52º
Sunday 
Clear 
 
   76º/52º
   

         

Tuesday, November 17, 2015

More fun things to do 11/17/15

THIS SATURDAY!!!
Lego Club - Moved to Saturday, November 21st - NEW DATE
Hosted by LegoMaster Randy Proch.
This Month's Theme Mosaics. Ages 6-12 years old.
Two Sessions 2 p.m. & 3 p.m. RSVP Required. (623)773-8650.

TheaterWorks - Final Weekend!
The Secret Garden - Amazing Musical Classic (Great for kids)
YouthWorks 11/6-11/22.
Visit theaterworks.org or call the box office. 623-815-7930. M-F 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

SAVE THE DATES!
December 2015 - Holiday Children's Events
Wed. Dec. 9th  Children’s Craft Program – 3 p.m.- 5 p.m.  Making Holiday Gifts For Those We Love. Holiday Classics Theme. Perler Bead Ornaments. No sign up required. Recommended age 5-12 years old.

Friday. Dec. 11th   10 a.m. Children's Holiday Extravaganza - Sunrise Mountain Library. 
Celebrating Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer. *** Special Guest Reader - Mayor Cathy Carlat. *** Put on your reindeer antlers, hear a story, do a craft, have a treat and play reindeer games. It's a fun filled morning of events at our Library! No sign up required. Bring your camera.
Clutter-Buster Workshop – The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up RSVP Required.
Are your possessions taking possession of you? Are they consuming your time, space and energy? If so, we offer you relief. FPPL member, Al Bell, will conduct two free 1-hour workshops, one at 2:00 p.m. and another at 6:30 p.m., on Wednesday, November 18 at the Sunrise Mountain Library. The hands-on workshops will be based on Marie Kondo’s best-selling book: the life-changing magic of tidying up. Mark the date! It will be fun and informational. Who knows, it might even change your life!
RSVP Required for session 623-773-8650. Please read for session information. FLYER

FINAL WEEK! KEY ITEMS NEEDED!
Peoria Sunset Lions - Christmas For The Troops - Friends Sponsor
Key Items: Packaged coffee, Clif bars, razors, snacks, laundry detergent pods, hard candy, microwave popcorn, chai tea, shaving cream and mechanical pencils. Sending holiday cheer to our troops overseas....The City of Peoria is joining forces with the Peoria Sunset Lions Club Foundation in this HOLIDAY DONATION DRIVE by placing collection boxes in numerous locations around the city. Drop off boxes are located at both Peoria City Libraries, Rio Vista Community Center, the Peoria Community  Center & the Challenger Learning Center. Donations will be collected until Friday, November 20th! The Lions have a forward unit in Afghanistan this year - can you or your organization help provide items for this drive or make a donation? The Friends thank our sponsor, Peoria Sunset Lions, for their support all year round! FLYER

Congregational Church of Sun City - Friends Community Partner
Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair. 99th Avenue, south of W. Union Hills Drive
Friday. Nov. 20th & Sat. Nov. 21st, 2015
18401 N. 99th Avenue. Sun City, AZ. 8:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. Each day.
Coffee and light lunch available each day.
                                                           
Happy Thanksgiving! 
Hope to see you at our upcoming events!
Colleen
Colleen McElroy, President
The Friends of the Peoria Public Library, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, inspires a passion for literacy and learning by supporting Peoria's Libraries through financial assistance, program activities and community outreach.

Please Support Our Wonderful Sponsors!
Kohl’s Lake Pleasant Store – Manager Jenn Hansen and the Kohl’s Associates in Action Team. The store is located at Lake Pleasant Towne Center, 10072 West Happy Valley Road, Peoria, AZ 85383-1229
Income Tax Filing, Bill Paying & More! Need assistance with your accounting needs? Contact Betty for a free consultation. Phone (623) 337-4841 Cell (702) 301-4532. Experienced/Professional.
Dairy Queen – Lake Pleasant Wal-Mart Center. Order your cakes online at www.dqcakes.com! Coupons available in the SML Recycle Reading area.
Michael’s Craft Stores – Lake Pleasant Ctr, 10106 W. Happy Valley Pkwy, Peoria. Anthony Postell, Mgr.
NextCare Urgent Care  www.nextcare.com   Try our WAHOO (Wait at home or office) feature before your next visit.  NCUC is located at 20470 North Lake Pleasant Road #102, Peoria, AZ., across the street from Bashas.
The Peoria Sunset Lions www.peoria-sunset-lions.org   Collecting eyeglasses and cell phones in our Libraries.  The Lions Holiday Drive For Our Military Overseas will begin soon. Watch for info!
Betty HollerIndependent Avon Sales Representative Independent Sales BettyHoller@gmail.com or youravon.com/bholler.   Avon order books are available in the SML Recycled Reading area. Phone (623) 337-4841 Cell (702) 301-4532.
Valley Pool Consultants. Janice Quan. vpclady@cox.net  Pool design and maintenance.
Ryno Family Chiropractic!   www.rynofamilychiropractic.com Chiropractic care is a key part of healthy living and pain maintenance. Our services include whole family health, active lifestyle, pregnancy, pediatric care (ear infections, colic, constipation) and neurodevelopment disorder chiropractic care.  Free consultations are available. Click on this link for more information on this offer.  www.rynofamilychiropractic.com/what-to-expect  (623)432-2543

Saturday, November 14, 2015

11/14/15 things to do

Have a fun filled weekend!
Events 

Front Porch Pickins Vintage Market 
Fri. 11/13 & Sat. 11/14, 9am-4pm
Peoria Sports Complex
Treasure hunters, crafts people, and others who appreciate a good time and rare finds will convene when this handmade market returns to the valley. $2-$10
more info map 

2015 Arizona Humanities Awards 
Fri. 11/13, 4:30pm
North Mountain Visitor Center, Phoenix
Celebrate the 2015 Arizona Humanities Awards with appetizers, drinks, a silent auction, and live music. $40
more info map 

Brooklyn Bridge 
Fri. 11/13 - Sun. 11/15, times vary
Galvin Playhouse, Tempe
A play about a 10-year-old girl with an impending essay deadline, absent parents, and no pen. Appropriate for families and young audiences. $8-$16
more info map 

Wipeout Run 
Sat. 11/14, 7:30am
WestWorld of Scottsdale
Take on this crashtastic 5k coming to WestWorld with obstacles from the show Wipeout. $59
more info map 

Rock the Block 
Sat. 11/14, 12pm-10pm
Chandler Community Center
The sixth annual Rock the Block is a family friendly event featuring live entertainment, a kids zone, over 100 vendors, and food trucks.
more info map 

Broadway: The Big Band Year 
Sat. 11/14, 8pm
Scottsdale Center for Performing Arts
A thrilling musical adventure featuring some of Broadway's most beloved songs. $29-$59
more info map 

Hike with Your Pup 
Sat. 11/14, 7:30am
Dreamy Draw Park, Phoenix
Join the Puff & Fluff staff on this moderate level trail at Dreamy Draw Park. Breakfast and coffee will be provided.
more info map 

Tour de Coops 
Sat. 11/14, 9am
Civic Space Park, Phoenix
A self-guided tour that educates visitors about keeping hens, garden ideas, and inspiration on living sustainably. The event also features children's crafts, live music, and food trucks. $20-$70
more info map 

National Dance Company of Siberia, Russia 
Sun. 11/15, 3pm
Chandler Center for the Arts
This great show illustrates more than 200 costumes, superb choreography of dances from different regions of Russia and Siberia, and unforgettable music. $25-$42
more info map 

2015 Slider Throwdown 
Sun. 11/15, 11am-2pm
Kierland Commons, Scottsdale
The Slider Throwdown is set to pit local food trucks against one another to battle for the title of Best Slider. All proceeds benefit the Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation. $25
more info map 

West Valley Symphony -
First Time Hits and One Hit Wonders
 
Sun. 11/15, 3pm
Valley Vista Performing Arts Center, Superior
This beautiful concert will feature Symphony in D Minor, Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, España, and the Sorcerer's Apprentice. $30-$35
more info map
 


 
Thanksgiving: Dining Out Guide
Movies
Home showtimes and ticketsIn TheatersRated

My All American

PG

Love the Coopers

PG-13

The 33

PG-13

New DVD Releases

Rated

Critics Say

Mr Holmes

PG

Terminator GenisysPG-13
TrainwreckR
Sports 
Phoenix Suns

 
vs Denver Nuggets
11/14 
@ 7:00pm
Arizona Sun Devils

Football 
vs Washington
11/14
 @ 1:00pm
Wrestling 
@ Illinois Duals
11/15
 @ 11:00am
Ice Hockey 
@ Lake Superior State
11/13
 @ 5:37pm
11/14 @ 5:07pm
Women's Volleyball 
@ Utah
11/14
 @ 7:00pm
Arizona Cardinals
@ Seahawks
11/15 
@ 6:30pm
Arizona Wildcats





Football 
vs Utah
 
11/14 @ 8:00pm
Women's Soccer 
NCAA First Round 
vs Colorado
11/13
 @ 6:00pm
Women's Volleyball 
@ Colorado
11/14
 @ 7:00pm
 
Arizona Coyotes
@ Blue Jackets
11/14 
@ 5:00pm
NASCAR


Quicken Loans Race For Heroes 500 
Phoenix International Raceway
11/15 @ 11:30am
 
PGA TOUR

 
OHL Classic 
at Mayakoba 
Playa del Carmen, Mex
11/12-11/15 @ Times vary
Golf Network


Weather 
Friday 
Clear
81º/50º
Saturday 
Clear
80º/52º
Sunday 
Chance of Rain 

77º/50º

Friday, November 6, 2015

What's brewing this weekend 11-6-15

Events 

22nd Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival 
Fri. 11/06 - Sun. 11/08, 10am
Downtown Carefree
Kick off the art season with Thunderbird Artists. Sip wine and listen to live music while strolling through this unparalleled art arena. $3
more info   map 

Cooks & Corks 
Fri. 11/06, 6:30pm-9:30pm
Four Seasons Resort, Scottsdale
This one night, outdoor event features Arizona's top local chefs and world-class collection of winemakers. $125-$175
more info   map 

Seussical the Musical 
Fri. 11/06 - Sun. 11/08, times vary
Phoenix Center for the Arts
Seussical is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza where our favorite Dr. Seuss characters are brought to live. $14-$18
more info   map 

The 6th Annual Chandler Chuck Wagon Cook-off 
Fri. 11/06 & Sat. 11/07, times vary
Tumbleweed Ranch at Tumbleweed Park, Chandler
Experience an up-close look at Western history at this culinary event. Using historic cooking methods, authentic 1880's chuck wagons, teams from around the west compete to cook up the best meals fit for the trail. $12
more info   map 

Terrain Phoenix Mud Run 
Sat. 11/07, 8:30am
Rawhide Western Town & Steakhouse
This mud run features a challenging terrain with over 20 obstacles, and your choice of a 5k or 10k run. $20-$40
more info   map 

MIMFest 
Sat. 11/07 & Sun. 11/08, 10:30am-5pm
Musical Instrument Museum, Phoenix
This two-day outdoor event features national and international musical acts that will perform on three stages offering attendees a one-of-a-kind musical journey. $15-$35
more info   map 

Herberger Theater Festival of the Arts 
Sat. 11/07, 11:30am-5pm
Herberger Theater Center, Phoenix
Enjoy performances, dance, a food court, visual arts, live music, children's activities, film shorts, pet adoptions and more. $5
more info   map 

80th Annual Friendly House Tamale Dinner and Festival 
Sat. 11/07, 12pm-7pm
The Arizona Center, Phoenix
All participating tamale restaurants will take part in an epic "Battle of the Tamales," judged by attendees and community leaders. $10-$20
more info   map 

Bacon, Blues & Brews 
Sat. 11/07, 1pm-10pm
Founder's Park, Queen Creek
This family-friendly celebration of craft beer, blues music, and everyone's favorite pork product will feature an array of inventive bacon-based dishes from chefs from around the valley. $15
more info   map 

Art on the Veranda 
Sat. 11/07 & Sun. 11/08, 10am-4pm
The Duke at Rancho El Dorado, Maricopa
A two-day open air event featuring over 40 artists and craftsmen of varying mediums.
more info   map 

Sonoran Chamber Music Valley Series 
Sun. 11/08, 2pm
Katzin Concert Hall-Arizona State University, Tempe
The first concert of the Sonoran Chamber Music-Series will feature pianist Gil Kalich, violinist Carmit Zori, and cellist Tom Landschoot. $8-$22
more info   map
 

             

    
         

               November 11th
Movies
 
Home showtimes and ticketsIn Theaters Rated

Spectre
       
    PG-13

The Peanuts Movie
     
        G

Spotlight
       
        R

New DVD Releases
 
   Rated

Critics Say

Inside Out
 
PG
      
      
Before We Go PG-13      
The End of the TourR      

Sports 
 
Phoenix Suns
   
   
 
vs Detroit Pistons
11/06 
@ 7:30pm
@ Oklahoma City Thunder
11/08 
@ 5:00pm
Arizona Sun Devils

 
Football 
@ Washington State
11/07
 @ 1:30pm
Wrestling 
@ WVU Duals
11/08
 @ 11:00am
Women's Soccer 
vs Arizona
11/06
 @ 6:00pm
Women's Volleyball 
vs Washington
11/06
 @ 8:00pm
vs Washington State
11/08
 @ 2:00pm
Arizona Cardinals
 
next week
Arizona Wildcats





 

Football 
@ USC
 
11/07 @ TBA
Women's Soccer 
vs Arizona State
11/06
 @ 6:00pm
Women's Volleyball 
vs Washington State
11/06
 @ 6:00pm
vs Washington
11/08
 @ 12:00pm
 
 
Arizona Coyotes
 
vs Rangers
11/07 
@ 7:00pm
NASCAR


 

AAA Texas 500 
Texas Motor Raceway
11/08 @ 12:00pm
 
 
PGA TOUR

  
 
             Sanderson Farms
             Championship
 
             Jackson, MS
             11/05-11/08 @ Times vary

             World Golf
             Championship-
             HSBC Champions
 
             Sheshan International
             GC, Shanghai
             11/05-11/08 @ times vary
             Golf Network


Weather 
 
 Friday 
 Clear
 75º/51º
Saturday 
Clear
78º/53º
Sunday 
Clear 
 
   80º/53º