Happy New Year 1/1/16

Events  Fiesta Bowl Fan Fest Pregame Party  Fri. 01/01, 7:30am University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale Fans of all ages can experience pre-game traditions like pep rallies and performances by marching bands and cheerleaders. $25 more info map  Snow Week  Fri. 01/01, 10am-4pm Science Center, Phoenix Celebrate the season with over 60 tons of snow blanketing Heritage and Scenic Park's grassy hill in white. Activities include Snowing Ping Pong Balls and Dinosaurs in Motion. $16-$20 more info map  Paul Rodriguez  Fri. 01/01 & Sat. 01/02, 8pm The Laugh Factory, Scottsdale See Paul Rodriguez, the original Latin King of Comedy, bring in the new year live on stage. $20-$30 more info map  ZooLights  Fri. 01/01 - Sun. 01/03, 5:30pm The Phoenix Zoo A magical experience guaranteed to illuminate your holiday season. $8-$18 more info map  Zoppe: Italian Family Circus  Fri. 01/01 & Sun. 01/03, times vary Chandler Center for the Arts Zoppe welcomes guests into their intimate 500-seat tent for a one-ring circus that honors the best history of the Old World Italian tradition. $18-$30 more info map  Dog Friendly Happy Hour  Sat. 01/02, 4pm 32 Shea Cafe, Phoenix You and your pooch are invited to join Puff & Fluff on the dog-friendly patio. This informal, un-hosted gathering is just for fun, laughs, great food, and drinks. more info map  NBAZ Fiesta Bowl Parade  Sat. 01/02, 11am Downtown Phoenix Take in the pageantry of brilliantly colored floats, giant helium balloons, equestrian units, local celebrities and more as they make their way along the two-mile parade rout. more info map  Music of John Williams  Sat. 01/02 & Sun. 01/03, times vary Phoenix Symphony Hall Best known for his iconic film scores and ceremonial music, John Williams is one of the most popular and successful American orchestral composers of the modern age. The Phoenix Symphony will perform highlights from over 60 years of John Williams scores. more info map  After Christmas Time Workshop  Sun. 01/03, 1:30pm Scottsdale Via Linda Senior Center Bring your live, miniature Christmas tree, and begin experiencing the joy of growing miniature bonsai. Tools, supplies, and guidance will be provided. more info map

Movies In Theaters Rated Sisters R  The Hateful Eight R  Star Wars: The Force Awakens PG-13 New DVD Releases Rated Critics Say Heist R Hitman: Agent 47 R He Named Me Malala PG-13 Sports  Phoenix Suns   @ Sacramento Kings 01/02 @ 3:00pm @ LA Lakers  01/03 @ 7:30pm Arizona Sun Devils Men's Basketball  @ Creighton  01/02 @ 7:00pm Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks 01/03 @ 2:25pm Arizona Wildcats Women's Basketball  vs New Mexico State 01/02 @ 7:00pm Arizona Coyotes @ Predators 01/01 @ 6:00pm @ Red Wings 01/03 @ 5:30pm PGA TOUR   Resumes next week Golf Network Weather  Friday  Clear 66º/40º Saturday  Clear 68º/42º Sunday  Clear  70º/47º

12/10/15 I hope you can find time to enjoy!

Events  25: A Christmas Market  Fri. 12/11 & Sat. 12/12, 9am-4pm Peoria Sports Complex A one-stop shopping showcase featuring seasonal decor, festive eats and treats, and an unmatched assortment of rare, and one-of-a-kind holiday gifts. $2-$10 more info   map  Phoenix Festival of Arts  Fri. 12/11 - Sun. 12/13, times vary Margaret Hance Park, Phoenix More than one hundred art vendors and cultural organizations are scheduled to participate in this year's Festival. It's a perfect time to connect with the community and shop for holiday gifts. more info   map  Rawhide Snowy Christmas  Fri. 12/11 - Sun. 12/13, 5pm Rawhide Western Town & Event Center, Chandler Stroll through Rawhide, watch the snow fall, and get your shopping done while marveling at the holiday lights, more info   map  Ballet Arizona: The Nutcracker  Fri. 12/11, 7:30pm Phoenix Symphony Hall Ballet Arizona is proud to announce its 30th year of the Nutcracker performances, choreographed by renowned artist director Ib Anderson. $15-$164 more info   map  The Ten Tenors: Home for the Holidays  Fri. 12/11, 8pm Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Home for the Holidays is a magical experience for the whole family that will dazzle, delight, and captivate audiences. $49-$79 more info   map  12k's of Christmas  Sat. 12/12, 8am Freestone District Park, Gilbert There is a 12k run, 6k run/walk, and 12k family run/walk with Christmas Carolers at every "K." Participants receive a pair of Christmas stockings and a collectible finishers medal. $10-$50 more info   map  Festival of Cheer  Sat. 12/12, 10am-3pm Centennial Plaza Park, Peoria The Beneville Festival of Cheer is a wonderful family friendly event. Countries and cultures will have different stations set-up throughout the park complex. more info   map Fantasy of Light Boat Parade  Sat. 12/12, 5pm Tempe Beach Park The Boat Parade will feature as many as 50 festively lit boats of all shapes and sizes. After dark, more than a thousand lights will illuminate the sidewalks and paths of Tempe Beach Park. more info   map  Symphony of the Southwest Holiday Concert  Sat. 12/12, 7:30pm Ikeda Theater, Mesa Arts Center Join Maestro Cal Stewart Kellogg and the Symphony of the Southwest in a festive evening of traditional Christmas carols and music from Tchalkowsky's beloved Nutcrackers. $20 more info   map  Fiesta Bowl Half Marathon 5k  Sun. 12/13, 6pm Scottsdale Civic Center Plaza As one of Arizona's finest and oldest distance events, the Runner's Den/Fiesta Bowl Half Marathon is pleased to return for its 28th edition. more info   map                                          Discover Area Ice Rinks

Movies   In Theaters  Rated In the Heart of the Sea          PG-13 The Big Short               R Legend         R New DVD Releases     Rated    Critics Say Ant-Man  PG-13       Minions PG            Knock Knock R            Sports    Phoenix Suns           vs Portland Trail Blazers 12/11 @ 7:30pm vs Minnesota Timberwolves 12/13 @ 1:30pm Arizona Sun Devils     Men's Basketball  @ Kentucky 12/12 @ 1:15pm Women's Basketball  @ Syracruse 12/12 @ 11:00am Ice Hockey  @ Rensselaer Poly  12/11 @ 5:00pm 12/12 @ 5;00pm Arizona Cardinals   vs Minnesota Vikings 12/10 @ 6:25pm Arizona Wildcats    Men's Basketball  vs Missouri  12/13 @ 6:00pm Women's Basketball  vs Louisiana Tech 12/10 @ 7:00pm Arizona Coyotes   vs Minnesota Wild 12/11 @ 7:00pm vs Carolina Hurricanes 12/12 @ 7:00pm PGA TOUR                     Franklin Templeton               Shootout                Naples, FL               12/10-12/12                @ times vary                          Golf Network Weather     Friday   Partly Cloudy  69º/43º Saturday  Partly Cloudy 63º/39º Sunday  Clear     64º/42º

Want some fun? Here you go 12-3-15

Events  Ten Thousand Villages Fair Trade Holiday Sale  Fri. 12/04 & Sat. 12/05, times vary Koinonia Mennonite Church, Chandler Arts and crafts from more than 40 countries can be found at this sale featuring fairly-traded goods. more info   map  2nd Chance Dog Rescue Holiday Boutique  Fri. 12/04 & Sat. 12/05, 8am 1552 E, Camacho Rd. Queen Creek There will be crafts galore, baked goods, a Giving Tree, raffles, and handmade items for sale. Proceeds will benefit the rescued dogs of Queens Creek. more info   map  Tempe Festival of the Arts  Fri. 12/04 - Sun. 12/06, 10am Mill Avenue District, Tempe Nearly 400 artists booths line Mill Avenue and surrounding streets presenting unique and handmade artwork that offers a distinctive and affordable holiday shopping experience more info   map  ZooLights  Fri. 12/04 - Sun. 12/06, 5:30pm-10:30pm The Phoenix Zoo ZooLights is a magical experience guaranteed to illuminate your holiday season. $8-$18 more info   map  Holidaze Ice Show Theater  Fri. 12/04 - Sun. 12/06, times vary Herberger Theatre, Phoenix Experienced professional ice skaters perform an intimate ice skating stage show inspired by the artistry of Anime. $29-$39 more info   map  Holiday Music Festival  Fri. 12/04, 7:30pm ASU Gammage, Tempe The ASU choirs join the ASU Symphony Orchestra for a program of seasonal favorites. $6 more info   map  Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus  Fri. 12/04 - Sun. 12/06, times vary Mesa Arts Center East Valley Children's Theatre presents an original musical version of "Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus." $11-$15 more info   map  Holiday Pet Festival  Sat. 12/05, 10am WestWorld of Scottsdale An exciting day of interactive activities, demonstrations, exhibitions, and animals galore. more info   map  "Toyland Christmas" Holiday Festival & Parade  Sat. 12/05, 12pm-9pm Old Tucson Queen Creek The full day of activities features floats, snow, Santa, games, rides and treats. more info   map  Phoenix Children's Chorus 2015 Holiday Concert  Sat. 12/05 & Sun. 12/06, times vary Higley Center for the Performing arts, Gilbert Celebrate the Season as the angelic strains of the Phoenix Children's Chorus rings in the holiday season with their concert, "When You Believe." $10-$20 more info   map  Hot Chocolate 15k-5k  Sun. 12/06, 7:30am Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Scottsdale The Hot Chocolate 15k/5k is headed back to Scottsdale. Start and finish in Salt River Fields with Scottsdale's biggest group of chocolate aficionados. $35-$74 more info   map                                    Discover Area Ice Rinks

Movies   In Theaters  Rated Krampus              PG-13 Trumbo               R The Good Dinosaur                PG New DVD Releases     Rated    Critics Say Momentum  NR       Some Kind of Beautiful  R            Grace of Monaco NR            Sports    Phoenix Suns           @ Washington Wizards 12/04 @ 5:00pm @ Memphis Grizzlies 12/06 @ 1:30pm Arizona Sun Devils     Men's Basketball  vs Texas A&M 12/05 @ 5:30pm Women's Basketball  ASU Classic vs VCU 12/05 @ 2:00pm vs Columbia or Toledo  12/06 @ 12:00pm/2:30pm Ice Hockey  vs University of Alberta  12/04 @ 7:30pm 12/05 @ 7:30pm Wrestling  @ Las Vegas Invite 12/04-12/05 @ All Day Arizona Cardinals   @ St. Louis Rams 12/06 @ 11:00am Arizona Wildcats      Men's Basketball  @ Gonzaga  12/05 @ 1:15pm Women's Basketball  vs Uni of the Pacific 12/05 @ 1:00pm Women's Volleyball  @ NCAA First Round vs Western Kentucky 12/04 @ 5:00pm Arizona Coyotes   @ Sabres 12/04 @ 5:00pm @ Hurricanes 12/06 @ 3:00pm PGA TOUR                     Hero World Challenge                New Providence, BAH               12/03-12/06 @ times                   vary                          Golf Network Weather     Friday   Clear  73º/45º Saturday  Clear 69º/44º Sunday  Clear     72º/45º