Thursday, April 28, 2016

things to do this weekend 4/28/15

Events 

6th Annual Lion Harry Moore
Memorial Golf Tournament
 
Fri. 04/29, 7am
Arizona Biltmore Golf Club, Phoenix
Tournament contests include 1st and 2nd place low score, hole-in-one, closest to the pin, and more. $120-$450
more info   map 

Maricopa County Home and Garden Show 
Fri. 04/29 - Sun. 05/01, 10am
Arizona State Fairgrounds, Phoenix
The largest home and garden show in the Southwest features HDTV personalities, Home and Landscape seminars, Master Gardeners Seminars, and more. $3-$8
more info   map 

FitnessFest Expo 
Fri. 04/29 - Sun. 05/01, times vary
Doubletree by Hilton, Phoenix
A free fitness and wellness expo with fitness and yoga clothing and equipment, aqua gear, skincare, and beauty products.
more info   map 

Arbor Day 5k 
Fri. 04/29, 4:30pm
Kiwanis Park, Tempe
The City of Tempe is providing a unique opportunity for businesses, residents, and runners to get involved in the Trees for Tempe program. $20
more info   map 

Hike to Help 2016 
Sat. 04/30, 7:30am
Anasazi Elementary School, Scottsdale
Participants will have the option to walk around the field or hike the McDowell Mountain trail to raise awareness and money for programs that support local refugees. $20-$30
more info   map 

East Valley Moms Blog presents
Bloom- An Event for New & Expecting Moms
 
Sat. 04/30, 8:30am
Tumbleweed Recreations Center, Chandler
Each Guest will leave with a bag stuffed to the brim with swag, meet and chat with other local moms, enter giveaways, and receive valuable information. $8-$21
more info   map 

2016 Charity Golf Tournament 
Sat. 04/30, 12:30pm
Talking Stick Golf Club, Scottsdale
The Sons of Arizona invites you to join them for their charity golf tournament benefiting The Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale.
more info   map 

Chandler Craft Spirits Festival 
Sat. 04/30, 4pm
Chandler Park & Downtown
Sample dozens of diverse beverages fit for fans of all types. $0-$40
more info   map 

Relay For Life 
Sat. 04/30, 6pm
Ironwood High School, Glendale
Teams of 8-15 people take turns walking around a track for 18-24 hours. Entire communities come together through Relay to Step Up the fight against cancer.
more info   FB   map 

ASU Spring 2016 Film Capstone Showcase 
Sat. 04/30, 7:30pm
Herberger Theater Center, Phoenix
Capstones are ASU senior film students' most ambitious productions, the culmination of at least a year's work. $5-$5.50
more info   map 

Brand New Show L.O.V.E,
Featuring All Live Music
 
Sat. 04/30, 7:30pm
Phoenix Theatre's Hormel Theater
Scorpios Dance Theatre will present L.O.V.E., a brand new show choreographed by Scorpius' Director, Lisa Starry. $20-$35
more info   map
 

Between Oceans: Songs of the Americas 
Sat. 4/30 & Sun. 05/01, times vary
La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church, Scottsdale
Haunting melodies, exciting rhythms, and rich musical traditions reflecting the diversity of our cultures. $15-$18
more info   map
 

Pete or the Return of Peter Pan 
Sun. 05/01, 1pm
Tempe Center for the Arts
Peter Pan and Wendy return like you've never seen them before. For ages 6 and up. $12- $26 
more info   map 

MCC Rose Garden Tour 
Sun. 05/01, 9am
MCC Rose Garden, Mesa
View over 10,000 roses in full bloom with the scent of spring.
more info   map   
 


          
 

Movies 
 
Home showtimes and ticketsIn Theaters Rated
Mother's Day     PG-13

Ratchet and Clank
        
        PG
The Jungle Book        PG

New DVD Releases
 
 Rated

 Critics Say
Son of SaulR
KrampusPG-13
Backtrack R
Pro Sports
 
NBA Playoffs 2016 
     
     
NBA Playoffs 
Schedule
Arizona Football
   
    
 
vs Portland
04/30 
@ 6:00pm 
Schedule
 
 
Soccer
     
Schedule
Golf Tour
                      Zurich Classic of
              New Orleans
 
              Avondale, LA
              04/28-05/01 @ times vary
              Golf Network
              Schedule
2016 Sprint Cup Series
   
   
 
Geico 500  
Talladega International Speedway
05/01 @ 10:00am 
FOX
Schedule
College Sports 
 
Arizona Wildcats
       
Baseball 
@ Southern California
04/29
 @ 7:00pm
04/30 @ 2:00pm
Softball 
@ Oregon 
04/29 
@ 7:00pm 
04/30 @ 5:00pm
05/01 @ 12:00pm
Women's Tennis 
Resumes in Two Weeks
 
Track & Field 
The Duel in Dessert 
04/30 @ 4:00pm
Arizona Sun Devils

  
 
Baseball 
vs New Mexico 
04/29 @ 6:30pm
04/30 @ 6:30pm
05/01 @ 12:30pm
Softball 
vs UCLA 
04/29 @ 5:00pm
04/30 @ 7:00pm
05/01 @ 12:00pm
 
Women's Tennis 
Resumes in Two Weeks
 
Track & Field 
The Duel in Dessert 
04/30 @ 4:00pm

Local Sports 
 
Senior Golf 
     
             


Weather 
 
 Friday 
 Partly Cloudy
 82º/61º
Saturday 
Clear
89º/63º
Sunday 
Clear
 
       86º/63º
                                          

Thursday, April 21, 2016

Things to do this weekend of 4/21/16

Events 

Lou Grubb Friends Fore Golf Tournament 
Fri. 04/22, 11am
McCormick Ranch Golf Club, Scottsdale
The 43rd Annual Lou Grubb Friends Fore Golf & Gala rolls into day 2 with an exciting game of golf shared among friends.
more info   map 

Earth Day Celebration:
Wild Bowl Happy Hour & Full Moon Hike
 
Fri. 04/22, 5pm
The Pomegranate Cafe, Phoenix
Enjoy Pomegranate Cafe's new spring menu, and take a hike to South Mountain. $8-$15
more info   map 

Spring Movie 
Fri. 04/22, 7pm
Scottsdale Quarter
Don't miss the animated favorite Finding Nemo, on the big screen at Scottsdale Quarter.
more info   map 

The Phoenix Choral : Blue Marble 
Fri. 04/22, 7:30pm
American Lutheran Church of Sun City
Experience the elements of our blue planet through music. $13-$32
more info   map 

About Care 9th Annual Golf Tournament 
Sat. 04/23, 7:30am
San Marcos Golf Course, Chandler
About Care is hosting its 9th Annual Golf Tournament followed by a luncheon, with chances to win prizes and auction items.
more info   map 

Higley Fine Arts Festival 
Sat. 04/23, 9am
Higley Center for the Performing Arts, Gilbert
This annual Art Show features student and professional demonstrations of art, music, and theater.
more info   map 

The Great Southwest Cajun Fest 
Sat. 04/23, 12pm
Dr. A.J. Chandler Park
The festival will feature live entertainment, food vendors, themed streets, and a lot more fun. $10
more info   map 

Fiesta Bowl Rugby & Balloon Classic 
Sat. 04/23, 12pm
Scottsdale Stadium
The Mexican National Rugby Team will take on nationally ranked Arizona State University, followed by a spectacular hot air balloon show. $12-$55
more info   map 

The 6th Annual Larry Fitzgerald
Double Play Celebrity Softball Game
 
Sat. 04/23, 5:30pm
Salt Rive Field-Talking Stick Resort, Scottsdale
Fans can see Fitzgerald and a roster of his celebrity friends in action as they go head-to-head in this highly anticipated softball game. $20
more info   map 

East Valley Women's Day Out Expo 
Sat. 04/23 & Sun. 4/24,  times vary
Phoenix Convention Center
An event for women to come together, be educated, inspired, and uplifted while enjoying fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and more.
more info   map 

Spring Into Nature 
Sun. 04/24, 11am
South Mountain Park, Phoenix
Enjoy Earth Day with a variety of activities including games, live animal demonstrations, free activities, and more.
more info   map 

Sausage Festival 
Sun. 04/24, 12pm
Brat Haus, Scottsdale
A celebration of brats, pretzels, beer, and sausage themed activities.
more info   map 

Healthy Kids Running Series 
Sun. 04/24, 3pm
Valley Christian High School, Chandler
Kids grades pre-k to 8th will compete in a series of races including the 50 yard dash, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile, and one mile run. $35
more info   map 

Plated & Staged,
A Herberger Theater Experience
 
Sun. 04/24, 5pm
Herberger Theater Center, Phoenix
The evening will begin at the Herberger Theater for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, silent auction, and entertainment. Guests find out which fine dinning restaurants they will experience just before departure at 7pm. $50-$1800
more info   map   

Around the World: The Heard Museum Collection 
Sun. 4/24, 11am-5pm
Heard Museum, Phoenix
This exhibit showcases art created by native peoples from North and South America, Africa and Oceania.
more info   map 
 
            
  

  
           

Movies 
 
Home showtimes and ticketsIn Theaters Rated
The Huntsman: Winter's War     PG-13
Elvis & Nixon         R
10 Cloverfield Lane      PG-13

New DVD Releases
 
 Rated

 Critics Say
The RevenantR
The Lady in the VanPG-13
Misconduct R
Pro Sports
 
NBA Playoffs 2016 
     
     
NBA Playoffs 
Schedule
Arizona Football
   
    
 
vs Jackson
04/23 
@ 4:00pm 
Schedule
 
 
Soccer
     
Schedule
Golf Tour
                      Valero Texas Open  
              San Antonio, TX
              04/21-04/24 @ times vary
              Golf Network
              Schedule
2016 Sprint Cup Series
   
   
 
Toyota Owners 400 
Richmond International Speedway
04/24 @ 10:00am 
FOX
Schedule
College Sports 
 
Arizona Wildcats
       
Baseball 
@ California
04/22
 @ 7:00pm
04/23 @ 7:00pm
04/24 @ 1:00pm
Softball 
vs UCLA 
04/23 & 04/24 
@ 2:00pm
Men's Tennis 
@ Pac-12 Championships
04/22-04/24
 @ All Day
Women's Tennis 
@ Pac-12 Championships
04/22-04/24
 @ All Day
 
Track & Field 
@ Drake Relays  
04/22 & 04/23 @ 6:00am
@ Brutus Hamilton Open
04/22
 @ 8:30am
04/23 @ 4:00pm
@ Triton Invitational 
04/22 & 04/23 @ 4:00pm
Arizona Sun Devils

  
 
Baseball 
@ Stanford 
04/22 @ 6:00pm
04/23 @ 2:00pm
04/24 @ 1:00pm
Softball 
vs Oregon 
04/22 @ 7:00pm
04/23 @ 7:00pm
04/24 @ 1:00pm
 
Women's Tennis 
@ Pac-12 Championships
04/22-04/24
 @ All Day
 
Track & Field 
Chula Vista Olympic Invitational 
04/22 @ TBA
Triton Invitational  
04/22 & 04/23 @ TBA

Local Sports 

 
Senior Golf 
     
             



Weather 
 
 Friday 
 Clear
 97º/53º
Saturday 
Clear
85º/61º
Sunday 
Clear
 
       85º/63º
                                          

Thursday, April 14, 2016

4/14/16 Want something to do?

Events 

Sea to Shining Sea Raffle 
Fri. 04/15, all day
Outlets at Anthem, Phoenix
While enjoying some great spring shopping, stop by the Customer service desk in the food court and enter to win 4 tickets to ProMusica's "Sea to Shining Sea."
more info   map 

Highland Yard Vintage-
Home & Decor Market
 
Fri. 04/15 - Sun. 04/17, times vary
Merchant Square, Chandler
This curated shopping experience will offer the best in home and garden decor from some of the most talented designers, pickers, and makers in Arizona.
more info   FB   map 

Maricopa County Fair 
Fri. 04/15 & Sat. 04/16, 10am
Arizona State Fairground, Phoenix
The fair features the largest county fair carnival in Phoenix with over 36 rides, fair foods, and over 60 vendors. $0-$9
more info   map 

Eat, Drink and Be Pretty 
Fri. 04/15, 7pm-11pm
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
EDBP features food from over 25 of the Valley's top restaurants, and a fine selection of drinks for guests to enjoy while watching live fashion shows. $85-$125
more info   map 

2016 Take Steps Phoenix Walk 
Sat. 04/16, 8am
The Phoenix Zoo
The Crohn's & Colitis Take Steps Phoenix Walk is CCFA's largest event in Arizona committed to finding cures for digestive diseases. $25
more info   map 

Phoenix Pet Expo 
Sat. 04/16 & Sun. 04/17, times vary
World of Scottsdale
Check out tons of Pet-Friendly Exhibitors and Rescue Groups. See live demonstrations in obedience training, pet care, giveaways, costume contests, and more.
more info   FB   map 

Scottsdale Culinary Festival 
Sat. 04/16 & Sun. 04/17, 12pm
Scottsdale Civic Center Park
Taste as many foods from as many restaurants as your stomach will allow on 25 acres of park bliss. $10-$140
more info   map 

The Good Life Festival 
Sat. 04/16, 12pm-6:15pm
Encanterra Country Club, Queen Creek
Attendees can enjoy specialty artisan shopping, wine and craft beer tasting, and delicious eats from local vendors and food trucks. $32-$75
more info   map 

3rd Annual Goodyear Lakeside Music Fest 
Sat. 04/16, 12pm-9pm
Lakeside Amphitheatre at Estrella, Goodyear
Designed to be a true celebration of art and culture, the Music Fest will feature more than half a dozen bands covering a wide range of genres.
more info   map 

Picture Perfect Wine Event 
Sat. 04/16, 5pm
Lost Dutchman State Park, Apache Junction
This fourth annual festival will feature delicious wine, unique Arizona cuisine, live music, raffles, and more. $15-$78
more info   map 

15th Annual Phoenix Improv Festival 
Sat. 04/16 & Sun. 04/17, 7pm
Herberger Theater Center, Phoenix
As one of the largest running improv festivals in the United States, the Phoenix Improv Festival celebrates and showcases the art of improvisation and unscripted theater. $15
more info   map 

Arcadia Family Fun Run 
Sun. 04/17, 8am
iRun, Phoenix
The Arcadia Family Fun Run is a 5k through a gorgeous Arcadia neighborhood. All proceeds go to SIDS research. $40
more info   map 

Phoenix Youth Symphony Chamber Winds & Percussion Ensemble 
Sun. 04/17, 2pm
King of Glory Lutheran Church, Tempe
Welcome the Phoenix Youth Symphony Chamber Winds and Percussion Ensemble, featuring students grades 5-12.
more info   map 

   
   
        
 
Movies 
 
Home showtimes and ticketsIn Theaters Rated
The Jungle Book        PG

Criminal
        
         R
My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2      PG-13

New DVD Releases
 
 Rated

 Critics Say
Flight 7500PG-13
The ForestPG-13
Standoff R


Pro Sports
 
Arizona Football
   
    
 
vs Tampa Bay
04/16 
@ 6:00pm 
Schedule
Soccer
     
Schedule
Golf Tour
                      RBC Heritage  
              Hilton Head, SC
              04/14-04/17 @ times vary
              Golf Network
              Schedule
2016 Sprint Cup Series
   
   
 
Food City 500 
Bristol Motor Speedway
04/17 @ 10:00am 
FOX
Schedule

College Sports 
 
Arizona Sun Devils

  
 
Baseball 
vs California 
04/15 @ 7:00pm
04/16 @ 12:00pm
04/17 @ 12:30pm
Softball 
@ Utah 
04/16 @ 3:00pm
04/17 @ 6:00pm
Track & Field
 
APU/Bryan Clay 
04/15-04/16 @ TBA
Mt. SAC Relay   
04/15-04/16 @ TBA
Arizona Wildcats
       
Baseball 
vs Stanford
04/15
 @ 6:00pm
04/16 @ 7:00pm
04/17 @ 1:00pm
Softball 
@ Stanford 
04/15 
@ 5:00pm
 
04/16 @ 5:00pm
04/17 @ 4:00pm
Track & Field 
Mt. SAC Relay   
04/15-04/16 @ TBA
@ LSU Alumni Gold Classic
04/16
 @ 7:00am


Local Sports 
 
Senior Golf 
     
             


 Weather 
 
 Friday 
 Partly Cloudy
 79º/54º
Saturday 
Clear
81º/58º
Sunday 
Clear
 
       85º/63º