Maracay's Community Corner

Friday Night Franks
Fort McDowell Adventures
Bring the kids, a few friends, a blanket, a picnic and your choice of beverage for an evening around the campfire. Live music with Ukulele Ray, horseshoes and wagon rides, 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. - stories of the Yavapai people at 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Free.

Every Friday through June
14803 N. Hiawatha Hood Rd.
Fort McDowell
480-816-6465

Chasing the Sun PowWow
University of Phoenix Stadium
Celebrate Native American cultures and traditions through music, dance and art. Kick off this benefit for the NABI (Native American Basketball Invitational) Foundation with a 10-K run. Friday, 5:00 p.m. until 8 p.m., Saturday, 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. $12, with those over 60 or under 6 years free.

May 1 - 3
Loop 101 and Glendale Ave.
Glendale
602-254-1952
www.Nabihoops.com

Spiked!
Desert Botanical Garden
Dale Chihuly’s fantastic glass works inspire an array of unique cocktails every Thursday evening. Nibbles, music, glass and drinks (cash bar). 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. $25.

Through May 14
Phoenix
480-481-8188
www.dbg.org

Broadway Based on…
Herberger Theatre Center
Lunch and show tunes in a review called “Games People Play,” with songs from Wicked, Damn Yankees, Annie Get Your Gun, Chess and many others. Order lunch with your ticket or carry in. 12 noon. $6 (does not include lunch).

May 5 – 14
222 E. Monroe
Phoenix
602-254-7399
www.herbergertheater.org

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Orpheum Theater
Follow two con men taking on the rich and famous along the Riviera. A lively, funny show – with music you’ll remember. Matinee and evening performances. $47.50 - $57.50.

May 5 – 10
200 W. Washington St.
Phoenix
602-262-7272
www.friendsoftheorpheumtheatre.org

The Monkey and the Pirate
Greater Arizona Puppet Theatre
Hilarious fun for the whole family in a rambunctious show about a monkey, a pirate and one extremely valuable banana. 10:00 a.m. Wednesday through Friday; !0:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Saturday; 2:00 p.m. Sunday. $8 adults; $6 children.

May 6 – 17
302 W. Latham St.
Phoenix
602-262-2050
www.azpuppets.org

Girls Night Out to Cut Out Domestic Abuse
Dolce Salons and Spas
Presented by the Purple Ribbon Council, Eve’s Place, the Purple Ribbon Fund for Children and Cut It Out to raise awareness about signs of domestic abuse. Manicures, pedicures and mini-makeovers, plus dessert, coffee sampling, door prizes and more. 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. $15 admission, spa services from $30 to $90.

May 7
Chandler, Peoria and Scottsdale
484-515-1064
www.girls-night-out.org

Rancho de los Caballeros
Wickenburg
Out Wickenburg way, cowboy naturalist Richard Frederickson will team up with Eric Garton of the Desert Botanical Garden to present a walk in the desert. A leisurely one and a half mile loop ends with lunch at the ranch’s historic dining room. Space limited to 20. 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. $60 – $85 (Garden transportation).

May 7
Tour leaves from Phoenix
480-481-8146
www.dbg.org

World Peace Project Reception
Practical Art
A reception artist Pam Harrison will showcase her work in ceramic, encaustic on panel, paper and fabric in an exploration of peace around the world and through history. Snacks and drinks. 7:00 p.m. Free.

May 8
5070 Central Ave.
Phoenix
602-264-1414
www.practical-art.com

Annual Celebrity Waiters Winner
Doubletree Hotel at Reid Park
Join the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society for a three-course dinner served by University of Arizona star athletes, and honor Tony Bouie, former All-America U of A star and safety for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers – and a stage 4 lymphoma survivor. 6:00 p.m. until 10 p.m. $60.

May 8
Tucson
1-800-568-1372,presss 1, ext. 760
www.leukemia-lymphoma.org

Fiesta on Main
Main Street
Indulge in a Cinco de Mayo celebration that features Mesa merchants, artists, musicians and restaurants in a giddy tribute that will have the entire family shouting “Arriba!” 6:00 p.m. until 10 p.m. Free, with spending at your own discretion.

May 8
Mesa
480-890-2613
www.downtownmesa.com

Art in Civic Spaces
Goodyear City Hall
A special open reception to celebrate two new exhibits: charcoal drawings by West Valley artist Catherine Ruane and two- and three-dimensional art by Estrella Foothills High School students. 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Free.

May 8
Goodyear
623-882-7809
www.goodyearaz.gov

Mother’s Day Celebration
Ballet Arizona at Symphony Hall
A special show with work by various choreographers and a Company premiere to celebrate the day. 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. $89 - $117.

May 8 – 10
Phoenix
602-381-0184
www.balletaz.org

The Thing About Men
Tempe Center for the Arts
Tempe Little Theatre presents a musical farce about an advertising man and his straying wife. Matinee and evening performances. $20; $18 for students.

May 8 – 24
Tempe
480-350-8388
www.tempe.gov/tca

Jazz in the Garden
Desert Botanical Garden
Through June, enjoy a weekly jazz concert series with some of the region’s best jazz musicians and singers. Fridays at 7:00 p.m. in May; 7:30 p.m. through June. Garden members $14, non-members $20.

May 8 through June 26.
Phoenix
480-941-1225
www.dbg.org

Symphony Pops Concert
Goodyear Ballpark
An evening of classical and popular music with the Phoenix Symphony. This year’s theme showcases great film composers, and includes composers such as Henry Mancini, Rodgers and Hammerstein, James Horner and John Williams. Gates open at 4:30 p.m. VIP tickets are $100; otherwise, tickets are $20 ($18 for Goodyear residents), students pay $15 and children under 10 pay $5.

May 9
Goodyear
623-935-6384
www.westvalleyarts.org

The Music of Dixieland
Mesa Arts Center
Take a quick trip to New Orleans with the Side Street Strutters and the Symphony of the Southwest. You’ll tap your toes, snap your fingers – you may even dance in place. 7:30 p.m. $20, $30 and $40 tickets.

May 9
Mesa
480-644-6500
www.mesaartslive.com

Symphony Pops Concert
Estrella Lakeside Amphitheatre
An evening of classical and popular music by the lakeside, with the Phoenix Symphony. Gates open at 4 p.m. $125 VIP, $20 adult, $15 student and $5 children under 10.

May 9
Goodyear
623-935-6384
www.westvalleyarts.org

Tween Mother-Daughter Craft Day
Peoria Library
Tweens from age eight to 12 are invited to create beautiful flowers from soda pop cans – a perfect Mother’s Day gift! Class is limited to 12 moms and daughters. 11:00 a.m. until 12 noon. Free.

May 9
Peoria
623-773-7578
www.peoriaaz.gov

Mother’s Day Walk to Empower
Tempe Beach Park
A three-mile walk to raise awareness and funds to fight breast cancer. Registration online. 7:30 a.m. No fee, but participants are encouraged to set a $100 fund-raising goal,

May 10
Tempe
877-963-7223
www.networkofstrength.org

Mother’s Day Concert and Lunch with Esteban
Desert Botanical Garden
Mom and the whole family will appreciate a Mother’s Day celebration with Esteban in concert. Two shows present options for all, but tickets for both are limited. During the 11 a.m. show, a buffet lunch will be served; at 4 p.m. Esteban performs in concert with auditorium seating. Advance ticket purchase required. $50 - $85.

May 10
Phoenix
480-941-1225
www.dbg.org

Toddler Water Day Under the Sea
Sahuaro Ranch Park
Hit the water for a morning full of fun activities – and make sure the children are dressed to get wet! These water games will leave them laughing – and soaked. Shoes or sandals required, sunscreen should be a must and an adult or guardian must accompany all children. 10:00 a.m. until 12 noon. Snacks available for purchase, free admission.

May 15
Glendale
623-930-2038
www.glendaleaz.com/parksandrecreation/specialevents

A Salute to Rodgers & Hammerstein
Symphony Hall
Featuring the Phoenix Symphony Chorus and the Phoenix Children’s Chorus in a tribute to the composers who helped create the golden age of Broadway.
2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. performances. $26 - $76.

May 15 – 17
Phoenix
602-495-1999
www.phoenixsymphony.org

Queen Creek Peach and Art Festival
Schnepf Farms
Fresh peaches, peach foods to sample, chef demonstrations, hayride to the orchards, arts and crafts, music – and a peach pancake breakfast, too. 7:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. $2 per person, or $10 for the family; $10 for a ride wristband or $2 for a train ride. Hayrides included in admission.

May 15 – 17
Queen Creek
480-987-3100
www.schnepffarms.com

Phoenix Antique Market
Arizona State Fairgrounds
Celebrate Armed Forces Weekend with free admission to this show that’s nationally known as a “buyer’s market with wholesale and near-wholesale pricing on most pieces. 10:00 a.m. Free admission; parking is $7 per car.

May 16 -17
Phoenix
602-717-7337
www.azantiqueshow.com

Armed Forces Day Celebration
Fort Whipple Museum
A Living History Presentation on the campus of the Veteran’s Administration Hospital on Highway 89. Visit with living history interpreters as they relive Arizona’s military past. 10 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Donation requested.

May 16
Prescott
928-445-3122, ext. 17
www.sharlot.org

The Great American Soundscape
Phoenix Art Museum
A string quartet from the Phoenix Symphony presents early 20th century music evoking the essence of the American landscape. 12 noon. Free.

May 16
Phoenix
602-257-1222
www.phxart.org

Arizona Lucky Ducky Derby
Scottsdale Waterfront
See 40,000 of the most adorable racing ducks ever paddling to the finish line in the Scottsdale Waterfront Canal. All proceeds benefit local children’s charities. Quacking begins at 10:00 a.m., duck dump is at 2:00 p.m. $10 gets two ducks in the race. Sideline cheering is free.

May 16
Scottsdale
480-222-0923
www.arizonaluckyduckyderby.com

Arizona Safe Boating Celebration
Lake Pleasant
Free vessel inspections (no citations!), kayak and canoeing demonstrations, life jacket exchange, navigational buoy display, wakeboard demonstrations – and prizes. 8:00 a.m. until 12 noon.

May 16
Peoria
602-372-7460, ext. 200
www.azsafeboating.org

Butterfly of Hope Gala
Mondrian Hotel
The Third Annual Butterfly of Hope Gala features hors d’oeuvres, a live and silent auction, elegant prizes and romantic music. Proceeds benefit the Lupus Foundation of Arizona. 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. $75 in advance, $85 at the door.

May 16
Scottsdale
480-408-1100
www.lupusarizona.org

Phoenix Bridal Show
University of Phoenix Stadium
Find all you need to plan the wedding of your dreams (bring your own groom) from invitations to honeymoon plans. Door prizes and more, too. 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. $10 in advance, $13 at the door.

May 17
Glendale
480-874-4718
www.phoenixbridalshow.com

Art Made Easy – Family Art Day
Tucson Children’s Museum
Children have an opportunity to study and recreate the work of artists like Mondrian, Pollock and Seurat – among others. 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Free.

May 17
206 S. 6th Ave.
Tucson
520-792-9985

Orpheum Theatre Tour
Orpheum Theatre
The Friends of the Orpheum theatre present a grand tour of the opulent and lavish Theatre, complete with history and an exciting backstage tour, too. 12 noon and 1:00 p.m. Free.

May 19
203 W. Adams St.
Phoenix
602-257-4300/602-262-6225 to confirm
www.friendsoftheorpheumtheatre.org

Peter Pan: to Neverland
Greater Arizona Puppet Theater
Part one of an original trilogy about the boy who wouldn’t grow up. Based on the classic story, and told with large marionettes and shadow puppets. Great for the whole family! Wednesdays through Fridays, 10:00 a.m.; 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Saturday and 2:00 p.m. on Sunday. $8 adults; $6 children

May 20 – June 7
Phoenix
602-262-2050
www.azpuppets.org

Flavors of Phoenix 2009
Westin Kierland Resort and Spa
18th annual Favors of Phoenix features 32 of Arizona’s top chefs. Each chef has his own table for 12, and provides everything- including a five-course dinner with wine in a stellar gala to benefit the American Liver Foundation. A silent auction begins at 6 p.m.; dinner and the program begin at 7 p.m. $350.

May 21
Phoenix
602-953-1800
www.liverfoundation.org/chapters/arizona

Grease
Desert Stages Theatre
A Children’s Theatre Production of the completely fabulous and always memorable musical that is the Fifties. Matinee and evening performances. $12 tickets in advance only.

May 22 – June 21
Scottsdale
480-483-2038
www.desertstages.com

Bisbee Gem and Mineral Show
Queen Mine Tour
A genuinely phenomenal selection of gems and minerals on display and for sale – and there’s a mine to tour, too. 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. $12 adults, $5 children under 15.

Bisbee
May 22 – 24
520-432-2071
www.queenminetour.com

Memorial Day Parade
Surprise Recreation Center
The City will present the Third Annual Memorial Day Parade with local clubs, organizations and residents participating. Awards for Best Overall, Best ‘Spirit of Memorial Day,’ Best Youth and Best Motorized presentations. 8:30 a.m. Free.

May 23
Surprise
623-222-2251
www.surpriseaz.com

Wyatt Earp Days
Tombstone
Honoring the famous Arizona lawman, Wyatt Earp, with gunfights, a chili cook-ff, hangings and an 1880’s fashion show. Plenty of street entertainment and a Wyatt Earp look-alike contest – not to mention the Lions’ raffle of an 1851 44 black powder Navy revolver. 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. each day. Varied activity fees.

May 23 – 25
Tombstone
520-457-3291
www.WyattEarpDays.com

Payson Loggers Sawdust Festival
Payson Multi-event Center
Celebrating Arizona’s logging history with contests, games, fun, prizes, a watermelon-eating contest, tricycle races and a sawdust pile with hidden money. Gates open at 7:00 a.m. $8; children under 12 free.

May 23 – 24
Payson
928-468-6074
www.paysonrimcountry.com

Memorial Day Observance
Smurthwaite House
A ceremony to honor those who have served. Afterward, historical activities for children, tours of the 107 year-old Smurthwaite House. 9:30 a.m. Free.

May 25
Pioneer and Military Memorial Park
1317 W. Jefferson St.
Phoenix
602-534-1262
www.azhistoriccemeteries.com

Sunset Memorial Day Service
City Hall Amphitheatre
In partnership with American Legion Crandall Palmer Post 61 and VFW at Tillman Memorial Post 40, a candlelight ceremony to honor all those who have served and given their lives. 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Free.

May 25
Avondale
623-333-2400
www.avondale.org

Third Annual Phoenix Memorial Day Rally
Phoenix National Memorial Cemetery
Riders U.S.A. present Flags for Our Fallen flag display and salute arrivals at 6:30 a.m. in a presentation to honor all those who have given their lives for our country. Ride begins at 8:00 a.m., followed by a picnic from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. $15 donation includes lunch.

May 25
23029 N. Cave Creek Rd.
Phoenix
www.ridersusa.net

Memorial Day Celebration
Tempe Beach Park
Presented by the Arizona Academy of the Performing Arts to recognize our war heroes with a family celebration including food, games, entertainment and raffles. Governor Jan Brewer will be on hand, along with the Academy Drum and Bugle Corps. Evening ends with a patriotic tribute concert. 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Free admission; VIP section with catered meal, $30; other various activity fees.

May 25
Tempe
480-838-2403
www.arizonaacademy.org

Live Music Series
Park Place Mall
Joe Bourne and Stevie Woods with the SPJ combo present a blend of swing, blues and pop standards at an evening dedicated to the Children’s Miracle Network, with 100 percent of the proceeds benefitting Tucson Medical Center. 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Free.

May 28
Broadway Blvd.
Tucson
520-795-1566
www.parkplacemall.com

Magic by “The Wiz”
Willow Room Peoria Library
Kick off summer reading with this hilarious show by master magician Ben Bruce (prepare to be amazed!).
11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Free.

May 30
Peoria
623-773-7578
www.library.peoriaaz.gov

Flashlight Tours
Desert Botanical Garden
You never know what you’ll spy as you roam the evening trails through the Garden – nighthawks, night-blooming flowers, and more. Bring your own flashlight. 7:00 p.m. Tours are free with Garden admission, reservations required.

Every Thursday and Saturday in June
Phoenix
480-941-3510
www.dbg.org

Spring Concert in the Park
Freestone Park Amphitheatre
Grab a blanket and your sweetie (and maybe the children, too) and relax to the easy sounds of Night Groove. 7:00 pm. Free.

June 4
Gilbert
480-503-6200
www.ci.gilbert.az

Summer Band Concerts
Glendale Amphitheatre
Every Thursday evening, head to historic downtown Glendale for an evening of music –everything from marches to show tunes to ballads and pop favorites. A special patriotic theme will be featured July 2. 8:00 p.m. Free, with refreshments available for purchase.

June 4 – July 24
Glendale
623-930-2042
www.glendaleaz.com

Disney High School Musical
Broadway Palm West Dinner Theatre
The well-loved musical makes a summer return to delight the whole family. Singing! Dancing! And dinner or lunch, of course. Matinee and evening performances. $22 - $54.

June 4 – August 1
Mesa
480-325-670
www.broadwaypalmwest.com

Bye Bye Birdie
Arizona Broadway Theatre
Conrad Birdie goes off to serve his country – but not without a clamorous send-off from his loyal fans. Matinee and evening performances. $65.

June 5 – July 19
Peoria
623-776-8400
www.azbroadwaytheatre.com

Sleeping Beauty
Hale Center Theatre
The well-loved fairy tale comes to life in an exciting production filled with enchantments of all sorts. Will a handsome Prince rescue Sleeping Beauty? 11:00 a.m. $12 adults, $10 children.

June 6 – 27
Gilbert
480-497-1181
www.haletheatrearizona.com

Superheroes!
Symphony Hall
Holy sweet music, Batman! The Phoenix Symphony presents a musical tribute to everyone’s favorite super heroes – from Superman to Spiderman, and everyone in between. Children can dress as their favorite hero and participate in the first Superhero Costume Contest - winner show off super powers on stage! Contest is at 1:30 p.m., concert at 2:30 p.m. $10, $14, $18 tickets.

June 6
Phoenix
602-495-1999
www.phoenixsymphony.org

Family Farm Day
Tolmachoff Farms
Agritainment – amusement and information neatly packaged with a petting zoo, picnic places, a pony for pictures, watermelon eating and corn husking contests at a real working farm. 8:00 a.m. until 2 p.m. $4 ages 2 and up.

June 6
5726 N. 75th Ave.
Glendale
623-386-1301
www.tolmachoff-farms.com

Wine and Beer Tasting
The Foothills Golf Club
Ahwatukee’s premier event helps support the area’s holiday Festival of Lights production. More than 1,000 people gather to sample more than 50 beers and wines along with appetizers. 7:00 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. $35 until May 25, $40 later.

June 6
Ahwatukee
480-460-6169
www.folaz.org

Teddy Bear Bunco
Crowne Plaza Hotel
The sixth year for Arizona’s largest bunco benefit, with all proceeds going to The Real Gift Foundation, assisting homeless and impoverished children throughout the community. Must be 18 and over to register, play begins at 5:00 p.m. $25 includes dinner.

June 13
2532 W. Peoria Ave.
Phoenix
602-433-9101, ext. 105
www.teddybearbunco.com

Bowling for Rhinos
Brunswick Kyrene Lanes
Sponsored by the American Association of Zookeepers (AAZK) to raise funds to support rhino sanctuaries in Kenya, Java, Indonesia and Sumatra. The Phoenix Zoo currently has two white rhinos. Registration at 5:30 p.m.; bowling 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. $30 per bowler or $25 per bowler on teams of five or more.

June 13
Chandler
480-961-3388
www.phoenixzoo.org

Missoula Children’s Theatre
Millennium High School
West Valley students star in a full-scale musical production of a classic children’s tale – with a twist. 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. $10 adults, $8 students, $5 children under 10.

June 13
Goodyear
623-935-6384
www.westvalleyarts.org

Hot Pipes Showcase
El Pedregal
A local talent competition for singing talent every Saturday evening all summer long (except for July 4 and Labor Day weekends). Each week will feature a Juniors Showcase for singers 14 and under, and two adult Showcases, ages 15 – 29 and 30 and older. Grand finals set for Sept. 26. 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Free admission, with food and cash bar available.

June 13 – Sept. 12
The Boulders, North Scottsdale
480-488-1072
www.elpedregal.com

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
ASU Gammage
All the adventures of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, the magical little coupe that sails the seas and flies the skies. Matinee and evening performances. $19.75 - $64.

June 16 – 19
Tempe
480-965-3434
www.asugammage.com

The Little Mermaid, a musical
Mesa Arts Center
East Valley Children’s Theatre presents the tale of Anemone, whose 16th birthday wish to walk on land is granted. After many adventures, pleasant and painful, on land, true love leads to happily ever after. Matinee and evening performances. $11.

June 18 – 28
Mesa
480-644-6500
www.mesaartscenter.com

Bisbee Pride Weekend
Throughout Bisbee
Street fair, psychic fair, a ghost tour and more through this weekend-long event. Artists and artisans street fair from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., psychic fair from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.; ghost tours at 7 p.m. Street fair is free, other event fees vary.

June 19 – 21
Bisbee
520-366-8878
www.bisbeepride.com

Sabbar Shriners Tombstone Sweet Onion Festival
Historic Tombstone
Crowning of the Onion Queen, onion cook-off, parade, music, and much more. Free admission to most events; small fee for some activities.

June 19 -21
Tombstone
520-457-9327
www.tombstonetimes.com

Daddy-Daughter Dance
Hilton Garden Inn
Just for daddy and his little girl, a special evening to remember and a special way to mark Father’s Day. 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. $45 a pair for Avondale residents ($20 for each extra) and $54 a pair for non-residents.

June 20
Avondale
623-333-2400
www.ci.avondale.az.

Prescott Frontier Days & The World’s Oldest Rodeo
Prescott Rodeo Grounds
Celebrating 122 years of tradition with eight heart-stopping performances. Specialty acts include the Riata Ranch cowgirls and John Payne, the One Armed Bandit. Performances Wednesday through Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday matinees at 1:30 p.m. $16 – 26.

June 29 – July 5
Prescott
1-866-407-6336
www.worldsoldestrodeo.com