Family things to do 3/11/16

Our picks for family things to do this weekend Enjoy Irish culture, stroll through local festivals or run to make a difference in the lives of children and families facing medical challenges. Our picks for family fun this weekend. Learn more » Staying in town for spring break? Take time to visit various places right here in the Valley—and make some lasting family memories as you paint your own plate, catch a ride on a roller coaster or enjoy a picnic in the park. Learn more » How mindfulness helps us all The practice of mindfulness can help both adults and children deal with the world around us in healthier and more compassionate ways. Learn more » Inspire Arizona seeks young voters High school students at Inspire Arizona are passionate about helping peers find their voice by registering them to vote. Learn more » Celtic folk tales for St. Patty’s Day RAK book reviewer Debra Citron shares her picks of interesting Irish fare for young readers. And Phoenix’s own Irish Cultural Center downtown is worth a visit, too! Learn more » RAK Giveaway: tickets to Arizona Science Center’s POPnology exhibit We have a four-pack of tickets to POPnology at the Arizona Science Center in downtown Phoenix, good through Sunday, May 15. Learn more »

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Want something to do? 2/18/16

Events  All You Can Eat Fish Fry  Fri. 02/19, 4pm Original Breakfast House, Phoenix The fish fry includes all-you-can-eat flaky and crispy fried fish, French Fries, and coleslaw. 50% of the proceeds go to the Boys and Girls Club. $12.95 more info   map  CrushBrew Craft Beverage Festival  Fri. 02/19 & Sat. 02/20, 3pm Scottsdale Waterfront Trolley Bridge Hand-crafted beer, boutique wines, hard cider, and distilled spirits will flow at the inaugural CrushBrew Craft Beverage Festival. more info   map  Downtown Chandler Art Walk  Fri. 02/19, 6pm Downtown Chandler The Art Walk provides a fun-family atmosphere where you can browse the many different types of art available. more info   map  The Producers  Fri. 02/19 - Sun. 02/21, times vary Orpheum Theatre, Phoenix Based on the Academy Award-winning 1968 film of the same name, The Producers is a cast-iron, super-duper mammoth old-time Broadway hit. $35 more info   map  Back to the 80's -  The Totally Awesome Musical  Fri. 02/19 - Sun. 02/21, times vary Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre Watch as Corey tells the story of the graduating class of 1989 through his eyes, complete with 80's hits. $15 more info   map  79th Annual Rummage Sale  Sat. 02/20, 8am Arizona Exposition & State Fairground, Phoenix The Rummage Sale is Arizona's Largest Indoor Garage Sale, which provides shoppers with an opportunity to purchase an array of new and gently-used items at deeply discounted prices. $0-$5 more info   map  Gilbert Folk Festival  Sat. 02/20, 8am The Heritage District: Downtown Gilbert This live music event will feature over 70 live music acts performing on six stages all within walking distance. more info   map  DesertFest 2016  Sat. 02/20, 11am-3pm Robson Ranch, Eloy Enjoy the sights and sounds of the inaugural DesertFest featuring an afternoon of great food, music, art, and more. more info   map  Grub in the Grove  Sat. 02/20, 11am-3pm Queen Creek Olive Mill Enjoy a wide array of food truck choices while listening to live music. more info   map  Hops & Vines Art Festival  Sat. 02/20, 12pm-9pm Desert Foothills Park, Phoenix This fund raising event combines art, wine, craft beer, and culinary creations to celebrate culture and full sensory art experience during heart month. $10 more info   map  Ceram-A-Rama 2016  Sat. 02/20, 6:30pm Ceramics Research Center, Tempe Ceram-A-Rama 2016 will be an unforgettable night of drinks, appetizers, silent and live auctions, and music at the ASU Art Museum Brickyard. $25-$650 more info   map  MusicaNova Young Artist Recital  Sat. 02/20, 4pm Recital Hall Piano Company, Phoenix A great weekend of MusicNova music starts with the young virtuosos, cellist Keenan Winkler and pianist Abbie Jin. $10-$15 more info   map  Taste of Tempe  Sun. 02/21, 1pm-4pm Neil G. Gialiano Park, Tempe Taste of Tempe offers an array of culinary and entertainment experiences for an afternoon of food, music, and celebration. $59-$69 more info   map

Movies    In Theaters  Rated The Choice      PG-13 The Witch              R The Revenant         R New DVD Releases        Rated       Critics Say The 33     PG-13        Steve Jobs     R        Labyrinth of Lies     NR        Pro Sports    Phoenix Basketball    vs Houston  02/19 @ 7:30pm vs San Antonio 02/21 @ 3:00pm Arizona Ice Hockey              vs St. Louis 02/20 @ 7:00pm Golf Tour                        Northern Trust Open                02/18-02/21 @ times vary               Pacific Palisades, CA               Golf Network 2016 Sprint Cup Series     Daytona 500  02/21 @ 10:00am Daytona International Speedway FOX Schedule Soccer       FC Tucson Desert Diamond Cup 02/20 @ times vary  Schedule College Sports    Arizona Sun Devils        Women's Basketball  vs Washington State 02/19 @ 6:00pm  vs Washington 02/21 @ 12:00pm Baseball  vs Xavier 02/19-02/21 @ times vary  Softball  Littlewood Classic 02/19-02/21 @ times vary  Ice Hockey  vs Arizona 02/19 @ 7:30pm Arizona Wildcats          Men's Basketball  next week  Women's Basketball  vs Washington 02/19 @ 7:00pm vs Washington State 02/21 @ 1:00pm  Baseball  @ Rice 02/19-02/21 @ times vary  Softball  Mary Nutter Classic 02/19-02/21 @ times vary Local Sports    Golf                  2016 Arizona Short  Course Classic  Augusta Ranch Golf Club 02/20-02/21 @ times vary   ASGA @ Mesa Country Club 02/22 @ TBD Weather     Friday   Mostly Cloudy  82º/59º Saturday  Partly Cloudy 86º/50º Sunday  Clear          88º/58º

2/11/16 What to do this weekend have fun!

Events American Quilt Week 2016 Fri. 02/12, 9am Phoenix Convention Center The AQS will features internationally known instructions, magazines, books, live events, contests, workshops, patterns, fabrics, and more. $11-$35 more info   map Chinese Culture & Cuisine Festival Fri. 02/12-Sun. 2/14,  times vary Margaret Hance Park, Phoenix Enjoy continuous entertainment including the famous dragon and lion dances, martial arts demonstrations, dances, musical performances, history, and more. more info   map Waterfront Fine Art & Wine Festival Fri. 02/12 - Sun. 02/14, 10am-5pm Scottsdale Waterfront More than 100 artisans will line the banks of the Scottsdale Waterfront with the greatest selection of juried fine arts, fine wines, delectable chocolates, and musicians. $3 more info   map Valentine's Comedy Shows Fri. 02/12 & Sat. 02/13, times vary National Comedy Theatre, Phoenix This competitive comedy show is hilarious and spontaneous, and features fresh and funny games you can only see once a year. $12-$14 more info   map The Sleeping Beauty - Ballet Arizona Fri. 02/12 - Sun. 02/14, times vary Ballet Arizona, Phoenix A treasured fairy tale full of curses, fairies, and the grandeur of Tchaikovsky performed by the Phoenix Symphony. $25-$159 more info   map Arizona Renaissance Festival Sat. 02/13 & Sun. 02/14, 10am-6pm Arizona Renaissance Festival, Gold Canyon The Arizona Renaissance Festival is an outdoor event that combines entertainment and shopping reminiscent of what may have been found in a village market. $12-$24 more info   map Hike With Your pup Sat. 02/13, 7:30am Dreamy Draw Park, Phoenix Join the Puff & Fluff stuff on a hike with your pooch. There will be a moderate level trail, as well as breakfast and coffee. more info   map Skyline Craft Show Sat. 02/13, 8am Skyline RV Resort, San Tan Valley Browse the many craft and various items featured on sale. more info   map Great Backyard Bird Count Sat. 02/13 & Sun. 02/14, times vary Rio Salado Audubon Center, Phoenix Meet new feathered friends as Audubon Arizona offers low-cost bird walks as part of the Great Backyard Bird Count. Become citizen-scientist for a day while you help the environment. $10 more info   map Fostering Hope: A Fine Wine Auction Sat. 02/13, 6pm-10pm J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC, Scottsdale Spend an elegant evening bidding on classic, vintage, and modern bottles of wine while raising much need funds for the non-profit Opportunity, Community & Justice for Kids. more info   map Parada del Sol Parade & Trail's End Celebration Sat. 02/13, 10am-5pm Scottsdale Road Following the parade there will be a huge block party including games, pony rides, food and merchandise vendors, and more. more info   map Valentine's Day Wine & Chocolate Tasting Sun. 02/14, 12pm-3pm My Wine Cellar in Ahwatukee Enjoy a selection of smaller pours with a shared chocolate and cheese pairing. Plus there will be live music by Aaron Howard. $30 more info   map West Valley Symphony: Love in it's Many Forms Sun. 02/14, 3pm Valley Vista Performing Arts Center, Surprise Look at the different kinds of romantic involvement as illustrated with beautiful music. more info   map               Find a Restaurant for Valentine's Day                            Movies   In Theaters  Rated Zoolander 2      PG-13 How to be Single               R Deadpool         R New DVD Releases        Rated       Critics Say MI-5     NR        Crimson Peak     R        Spectre      PG-13        Pro Sports   Phoenix Basketball    Next Week Arizona Ice Hockey            vs Calgary 02/12 @ 7:00pm @ San Jose 02/13 @ 8:30pm Golf Tour                        AT&T Pebble Beach               Pro-Am               Pebble Beach, CA               02/11-02/14 @ times vary               Golf Network 2016 Sprint Cup Series     Sprint Unlimited 02/13 @ 5pm Daytona International Speedway FOX Schedule Soccer       Next Week  Schedule College Sports Arizona Sun Devils      Men's Basketball  vs USC 02/12 @ 6:00pm vs UCLA 02/14 @ 6:30pm Women's Basketball @ California 02/12 @ 8:00pm @ Standford 02/14 @ 7:00pm Ice Hockey  vs Liberty 02/13 @ 7:30pm Wrestling  @ Cal Poly 02/13 @ 8:30pm @ CSU Bakersfield 02/14 @ 3:00pm Men's Track & Field  Indoor Iowa State Classic 02/12 & 02/13 @ all day Women's Track & Field  Indoor Iowa State Classic 02/12 & 02/13 @ all day Arizona Wildcats         Men's Basketball  vs UCLA 02/12 @ 7:00pm vs Southern California 02/14 @ 4:00pm Women's Basketball  @ Stanford 02/12 @ 8:30pm @ California 02/14 @ 1:00pm Track & Field Don Kirby Invitational 02/12 & 02/13 @ 6:00pm Local Sports   Senior Golf                Next Week  Weather    Friday  Clear  88º/49º Saturday Clear 88º/50º Sunday Partly Cloudy         84º/49º