Thursday, February 15, 2018

More things to do


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Events

Kate Breakey: Flora
Through 02/24, 10am-6pm
Art Intersection, Gilbert
Art Intersection presents the work of Arizona artist Kate Breakey. This exhibition highlights the exquisite large-scale, hand-colored flora prints from her Small Deaths series and several of her still life orotones.
more info   map

Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show
Through 02/25, times vary
WestWorld of Scottsdale
The Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show hosts exciting competitions, gala parties, educational seminars, an international cuisine court, and features more than 300 vendor booths, offering everything from lavish jewelry, clothing and works of art.
more info   map

Ballet Arizona: Cinderella
Thu. 02/15 - Sun. 02/18, times vary
Phoenix Symphony Hall
Ib Andersen’s Cinderella brings the romantic story to life, vividly delighting audiences with the beauty and majesty of classical ballet, wrapped in the promise of “happily ever after,” and generously sprinkled with a wonderful dose of humor.
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Ballet Etudes: Repertoire
Fri. 02/16, 7pm
Mesa Arts Center
Ballet Etudes company members present classic and beloved works in the ballet world as well as new choreography in this evening of dance. $6-$20
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A Chorus Line
Fri. 02/16 - Sun. 02/18, times vary
Peoria Center for the Performing Arts
The characters portrayed in "A Chorus Line" are based upon the real life experiences of Broadway dancers. This show is dedicated to anyone who has ever danced in a chorus or tread the boards, from high school to Broadway. $16-$38
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CRUSHBREW Festival
Sat. 02/17, 4-9pm
Scottsdale Civic Plaza
Top Craft Beers, Artisan Wines and Craft Distilled Spirits. Live music, games, expert-led tastings, a Craft Whiskey Lounge and the Food Truck Caravan fill out the day.
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Rattlesnake Festival
Sat. 02/17, 10am-6pm
Cave Creek Regional Park
This will easily be the largest collection of live Rattlers on display in Arizona. There will also be a variety of other live reptiles for you to see and learn about, as well as fun activities for the whole family in the Park’s Nature Center.
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West Valley Beer Fest
Sat. 02/17, 12-11pm
8 Acres Park, Surprise
The inaugural West Valley Beer Fest will feature local craft beer, food trucks and live bands, with local favorites Authority Zero headlining the show.
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Gilbert Fine Art & Wine Festival
Fri. 02/16 - Sun. 02/18, 10am-5pm
Gilbert Civic Center
The festival consists of sensational oil paintings on canvas, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, charcoals and more. Patrons may also enjoy an extensive collection of domestic and imported wines.
more info   map

Shen Yun
Fri. 02/16 - Sun. 02/18, times vary
Mesa Arts Center, Mesa
Featuring one of the world’s oldest art forms of classical Chinese dance, along with patented scenographical effects and all-original orchestral works.
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The Seeds that Grew Chandler and the East Valley
Sat. 02/17, 10:30am
Sunset Library, Chandler
Join Chandler Museum and Chandler Public Library for the second presentation in the Our Stories speaker series called, History Found in the Land.
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Lunar New Year Festival
Sat. 02/17, 11am
Desert Ridge Marketplace, Phoenix
Enjoy elaborate performances, festival activities and games in conjunction with 9 Dragons Kung Fu, Arizona Language Preparatory and Desert Ridge Music Academy.
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Phoenix Boys Choir Rising Stars Concert
Sat. 02/17, 5pm
Central United Methodist Church, Phoenix
The Spring Showcase is an opportunity for our Training, Cadet and Town Choirs to show off what they’ve learned throughout the year, putting them front and center.
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Michelle Wolf
Sun. 02/18, 7pm
Tempe Improv
Michelle Wolf: is a NY-based writer and standup comedian and one of the fastest rising comedic talents in the city. $22
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Mardi Gras with Arizona Classic Jazz Society
Sun. 02/18, 11am-4pm
Crowne Plaza San Marcos, Chandler
A Mardi Gras celebration with 3 bands: Cheryl Thurston's Mardi Gras Jazz Band, Dan Reed's Dixieland Hotshots and Sun City Stomperz.
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Movies
 
In Theaters
     Rated
Black Panther
     PG-13

Samson
     
     PG-13
Detective
Chinatown 2
         R


New DVD Release
 
 Rated

  Critics Say
Wonder
   PG
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Roman J. Israel, Esq.
 PG-13
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Blade of the Immortal
    R
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Pro Sports
 
CACTUS LEAGUE SPRING TRAINING

 
 

2018 WINTER OLYMPIC GAMES


   
 
PyeongChang 2018
Feb. 09-25

Schedule

PHOENIX SUNS

   
Next Week

ARIZONA COYOTES

 
 
vs Oilers
02/17 @ 2:00pm
Schedule

GOLF TOUR

   
Genesis Open
02/15-02/18, times vary
Pacific Palisades, CA
Golf Network
Schedule

SPRINT CUP 

   
Daytona 500
2/18
@ 12:30pm
Daytona International Speedway
FOX Sports
Schedule

SENIOR GOLF
 
         
 

College Sports
 
ARIZONA WILDCATS


     
 
Men's Basketball
Next Week
Women's Basketball
@ AZ State 02/16 @ 7:00pm 02/18 @ 4:00pm Baseball vs Bryant
02/16
@ 6:00pm 02/17 @ 6:00pm 02/18 @ 12:00pm
Softball
@ Hillenbrand Invitational
Tucson, AZ
02/15-02/18
Various Opponents

ARIZONA SUN DEVILS

 
Men's Basketball
Next Week
Women's Basketball
vs Arizona
02/16 @ 7:00pm
02/18 @ 4:00pm
Baseball
vs Miami
02/16
@ 6:30pm
02/17 @ 1pm & 4:30pm
02/18 @ 12:30pm
Softball
vs North Dakota
02/16
 @ 5:30pm
vs Illinois State
02/17
@ 4:45pm
vs Texas State
02/17
@ 7:15pm
vs San Diego
02/18
@ 2:00pm
Wrestling
Next Week
Hockey
@ Michigan Tech
02/16 @ 4:07pm
02/17 @ 4:07pm
               
Weather     (Extended Forecast)
  
   
   
       Friday     Partly Cloudy
       73º/50º
      Saturday    Partly Cloudy         76º/50º
      Sunday          Partly Cloudy
       75º/51º


            


              

Things to do 2/15/18


"I FIND THAT THE HARDER I WORK, THE MORE LUCK I SEEM TO HAVE."
-THOMAS JEFFERSON


DOWNTOWN CHANDLER ART WALK
February 16th, 2018
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Historic Downtown Chandler
The Downtown Chandler Art Walk is held on the third Friday of the month, year-round, from 6 to 10 p.m. Dozens of talented artists in a variety of media showcase their art along the sidewalks of Boston and San Marcos Streets. Live music in the park, free kids activities and free parking. A map can be printed from the website.
The Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show hosts exciting competitions, gala parties, educational seminars, an international cuisine court, and features more than 300 vendor booths, offering everything from lavish jewelry, clothing and works of art..

GILBERT FINE ART & WINE FESTIVA
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February 16th-18th
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Gilbert Civic Center
In addition to featured acrylic paintings by Lance Headlee, the event will host juried artists from throughout the state of Arizona, United States and abroad. The festival consists of sensational oil paintings on canvas, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, charcoals and mixed media. Other mediums include spectacular small, medium and life-size bronzes, luminous glass sculptures, small, medium and monumental sized metal creations and fabulous batiks. There is also hand thrown clay, Raku pottery and sculptures, traditional and color scratch board, hand woven baskets, inlaid wood turned bowls, unique and one of a kind jewelry, black & white or color photography, elegant stone, copper, clay and mixed media sculptures. Subject matters range from southwest and traditional to contemporary and abstract, figurative, floral, wildlife, European, African, Native American and much more!
Patrons may also enjoy an extensive collection of domestic and imported wines. For $10, patrons receive an engraved souvenir wine glass and six wine tasting tickets with additional tickets available for $1.00. Sampling a good collection of wines, all in one day, permits patrons the opportunity to select the perfect wine for future purchase. 



SPARK! AFTER DARK
February 17th
8:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Mesa Arts Center
Enjoy a night out on Mesa Arts Center’s north patio, every third Saturday of the Month through June. Experience live music, live art, great foods, tasty adult drinks and more than a few surprises. Check the website for each month’s theme.   
 
Foodies, locavores, vegetarians, vegans, flexitarians, and those who simply want to find out more about living a healthy, sustainable lifestyle, this is the festival for you! Vegetarian food companies, restaurants, and health and wellness vendors will congregate to celebrate the delight of vegetarian food at the AZ Vegetarian Food Festival. This festival will feature food sampling and meals from vegetarian restaurants and food companies, health and wellness vendors, vegetarian/animal welfare information tables, and live entertainment and activities throughout the day. It has never been a better time to see for yourself what the vegetarian buzz is about.

PEACH BLOSSOM CELEBRATION
February 15th-25th
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Schnepf Farms
The Peach Blossom Celebration was created so that you could enjoy the beauty of the farm while hundreds of trees are dotted with pink and white blossoms. Once a year over 80 acres of fruit trees start blooming at all different times and once a year, Schnepf Farms opens up to celebrate that beauty. When visiting you can take a train ride, hay ride, walking train to see the orchards. Some orchards are smaller than others some may be in full bloom, while others are just starting. Enjoy trolley rides, a walking trail, train rides and hayrides through the orchards.




Source: Visit Phoenix



Find the color harmony that makes your living room feel cozy! 
Finding harmonious colors may seem complicated, but it’s actually easier than it sounds. These eleven gorgeous living rooms and accompanying harmonious color palettes will show you how to make your living room cozy and comfortable by incorporating different tones and shades of the same color hue.
Photo: HomeBNC
Source: HomeBNC


FRIDAY

Partly Cloudy
High: 71°F / 22°C
Low: 52°F / 11°C

SATURDAY

Sunny
High: 74°F / 23°C
Low: 51°F / 11°C

SUNDAY

Mostly Sunny
High: 74°F / 23°C
Low: 51°F / 11°C
BLACK PANTHER

Opens Friday
Rated PG-13


NOSTALGIA

Opens Friday
Limited Release

EARLY MAN

Opens Friday
Rated PG


DOUBLE LOVER

Opens Friday
Rated R