Thursday, January 30, 2020

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Sign your tween up for Girls in STEM at the Arizona Science Center, enjoy a Lunar New Year Festival or see The SpongeBob Musical at The Orpheum Theatre in Phoenix this weekend.
Top February events
February weather is perfect for outdoor hikes, Cactus League spring training games, Chinese New Year celebrations, Scottsdale’s Parada del Sol, a Renaissance Festival and celebrations of science and chocolate. 
Here’s the problem: 
We’re not creating problem-solvers
College educators say young adults are lacking critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Here’s what K-12 educators and parents can do.
Q&A with Lynette Stant, Arizona’s 2020 Teacher of the Year
“Every student, no matter their background or learning ability, deserves an equitable education,” says Stant, a third-grade teacher at Salt River Elementary in the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.

Study: Emotional intelligence improves school performance
Kids who better understand and manage their emotions perform better in school, according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association.

Chocolate festivals around Arizona
With Valentine’s Day coming up on Friday, Feb. 14, cities around the state have chosen to celebrate the magic of chocolate. Here’s where to indulge:

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Jan 31-Feb 02, 2020


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Events

Talent No Talent Show
Fri. 01/31, 10am-12pm
Buckeye Community Center
Enjoy the performances by our talented participants and staff.  A fun time with some cheers and laughs will be had by all!
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Food Truck Friday West
Fri. 01/31, 5-9pm
18501 N 83rd Ave, Glendale
FREE to attend, No parking fees, All trucks take cash and card, Barrel Train Rides, DJ Elite playing great music, Free Bounce House, and Pet friendly, leashed.
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A Christmas Carol 
Fri. 01/31 & Sat. 02/01, 7:30pm
Theatre Works, Peoria
The perfect holiday tradition with the return of our own adaptation of the haunting story of Ebeneezer Scrooge’s discovery of kindness, compassion and redemption.
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Drew Thomas - Comedy
Fri. 01/30 & Sat. 02/01, 7-8:30pm
Stir Crazy Comedy Club, Glendale
For over 10 years, Drew has been treating the stage like his home, drawing his diverse audiences into a world of “face hurting” laughter
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Performance - Charlotte's Web
Fri. 01/31 - Sun. 02/02, times vary
Theatre Works, Peoria
E.B. White's award-winning work about a friendship between a determined spider and a livestock pig in a heart-warming theatrical presentation.
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BBQ Throwdown 
Sat. 02/01, 5-9pm
Fire Station No.1 Lucidi Distilling Co., Peoria
Join us for our 2nd annual BBQ THROWDOWN in Old Town Peoria!!! Multiple bbq food trucks go head to head. Who has the best bbq???
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Black Violin
Sat. 02/01, 7:30pm
Del E. Webb Center, Wickenburg
On a mission to prove that classical music can be cool, the hip-hop violin duo incorporates jazz, rhythm and blues, roots, rap and pop into their unconstrained, unconventional and unforgettable sound.
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Full Moon Lantern Festival
Sat. 02/01, 11am-5pm
Catlin Court Historic District, Glendale
This family-friendly, cultural themed event showcases Lion Dancers, Daiko Drummers and Martial Arts demonstrations. Activities also include an Asian-inspired fashion show and an interactive Moon Meditation Yoga.
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Miami Bowl Scramble
Sat. 02/01, 12-11:59pm
Trail Ridge Golf Course, Sun City West
Miami Bowl Scramble Two-person team event. Men, Women and Co-ed flights. Hosted at Trail Ridge GC.
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Free Movie in the Park: Ugly Dolls
Sat. 02/01, 4-7:30pm
Paseo Verde Park, Peoria
Grab a blanket, chair, your family & friends and enjoy the free big screen outdoor family movie in the park featuring Ugly Dolls, Food Truck Picnic & More.
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Salute to Veterans Car Show
Sat. 02/01, 8am-1pm
Peoria Sports Complex
WeMAR Motor Sports Group will be holding its annual car show February 1st, 2020, at the Peoria Sports complex. 29 classes with a trophy in each class. Pre-registration is $20, $25 day of the show.
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Monster Jam
Sat. 02/01, 7-9pm
State Farm Stadium, Glendale
See high-flying, action packed excitement of Monster Jam! See your favorite truck compete on the biggest stage in Arizona! $15-$135+
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Heart & Sole 5K and 1 Mile
Sat. 02/01, 7-11am
Goodyear Ballpark
Join the Sole Squad! Beginning and ending at Goodyear Ballpark, this race is the perfect way to kick off National Heart Health Month. check in 7am.
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PVMX - Arizona Cycle Park - Race Tech
Sat. 02/01 & Sun. 02/02, 7am
Arizona Motorsports Park, Litchfield Park
2020 AHRMA Race Tech National Post Vintage Motocross Series 24th Annual "Duel in The Desert".
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Movies

In Theaters      Rated
Just Mercy      PG-13

Dolittle

        PG
The Rhythm Section          R

New DVD Release   Rated     Critics Say
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 Pro Sports

 PRO FOOTBALL  Super Bowl 2020
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49ers vs Chiefs
02/02 
@ 4:30pm
Hard Rock Stadium, FL
ESPN, FOX, NBC Sports
Schedule
PHOENIX PRO BASKETBALL

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vs Oklahoma City
01/31 
@ 7:00pm
@ Milwaukee
02/02
 @ 12:00pm

Schedule
GOLF TOUR

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Waste Management Phoenix Open
01/30-02/02, 
times vary
Scottsdale, AZ

Golf Network
Schedule
ARIZONA HOCKEY
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vs Chicago
02/01
 @ 6:00pm

Schedule


College Sports

ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS

 
Men's Basketball
@ Washington
02/01 
@ 8:30pm
Women's Basketball
vs USC
01/31 
@ 11:00am
vs UCLA
02/02
 @ 12:00pm
ARIZONA WILDCATS

    
Men's Basketball
@ Washington
02/01 
@ 6:00pm
Women's Basketball
vs UCLA
01/31 
@ 6:00pm
vs USC
02/02
 @ 12:00pm




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