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43rd ANNUAL OUTDOOR GEM & MINERAL SHOW ROCK-A-RAMA
November 1-3, 2019 Friday & Sunday 9-4, Saturday 9-5
Sponsored by High Desert Helpers, Inc.
19001 E. Jacie Lane, Black Canyon City, AZ
Email: meanerjeaner@aol.com
HighDesertHelpers.org; 623-326-0237
Facebook: HighDesertHelpers FREE ADMISSION DAY WHEN: The second Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. WHERE: Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway in Phoenix WHAT: For nearly 80 years, the Desert Botanical Garden has been teaching and inspiring visitors from the local community and around the world, providing research, exhibits and more designed to help us understand, protect and preserve the desert’s natural beauty. Garden admission is free on Community Day, the second Tuesday of every month.
PHOENIX FASHION WEEK WHEN: October 3 – 5 WHERE: Talking Stick Resort, 980 E. Talking Stick Way in Scottsdale WHAT: Phoenix Fashion Week is the leading fashion industry event in the Southwest. The organization’s mission is to bridge the gap between national and international designers, premier retailers and top fashion media. Through educational fashion seminars, year-round fashion events, and charitable partnerships, Phoenix Fashion Week is gaining rapid acclaim for its community-service efforts and for infusing world-class innovation into the Southwest.
FRIENDS AND FAMILY CPR WHEN: October 4, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. WHERE: Foothills Community Foundation Holland Center, 34250 N. 60th St. in Scottsdale WHAT: This is a free class for people who want to learn CPR but do not need a CPR course completion card or certification to meet a job requirement. This course is ideal for community groups, new parents, grandparents, babysitters, and others interested in learning how to save a life. Adult, children, and infant lifesaving skills will be taught.
ARIZONA STATE FAIR WHEN: October 4 – 27 WHERE: Arizona State Fair & Coliseum, 1826 W. McDowell Rd in Phoenix WHAT: For more than a century, the Arizona State Fair has been a gathering place for residents from the far corners of the state. Guests come here to enjoy the richness and diversity of communities, to honor the past, celebrate the current and explore the future. Get out of your daily routine and immerse yourself in a wonderland of amusement right in your backyard.
10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY EVENT WHEN: October 12, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. WHERE: Foothills Community Foundation, 34250 N. 60th St. in Scottsdale WHAT: Help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of The Black Mountain Campus with a bounce house, obstacle course, interactive STEAM exhibits, music and theater performances, face painting, food trucks, cake and more! EVERYTHING BEAUTIFUL ARTWALK WHEN: October 12 WHERE: 5355 E. High Street in Phoenix WHAT: Everything Beautiful Artwalk will begin at 1 p.m. and conclude at 10 p.m. Music and festivities begin at 5 p.m. Come out and support local artists of every different craft – painters, photographers, sculptors and more! House of Comedy will give free admission to their 9:30 p.m. show to all artwalk attendees!
“ART AT THE ROCKS” WHEN: October 13, 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. WHERE: Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 34605 N. Tom Darlington Rd. in Scottsdale WHAT: “Arts at the Rocks” is excited to present Sam Rotman, a Juilliard-trained, world-renowned concert pianist, who will thrill us with an All-Beethoven concert commemorating the upcoming 250th anniversary of the birth of Ludwig van Beethoven. You don’t want to miss the mellifluous sounds of Mr. Rotman’s expert classical performance. Experience the joy of watching a world-class artist perform. The concert is free to the public and all are welcome. Additionally, reserve your ticket to attend Mr. Rotman’s session, “Meet the Artist - Advice and Encouragement for Young Musicians from a Juilliard Graduate”. The class will focus on the importance of musical study, the way to prepare for a career in music and attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions. The session will be from 2:30 PM to approximately 3:30 PM in the Sanctuary building Choir Room. Call the church office with your name and email address 480-488-3384 to hold your ticket.
CREEPY CANDY CRAWL WHEN: October 19, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. WHERE: Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N Tatum Blvd. in Phoenix WHAT: Calling all ghosts, goblins and ghouls to venture out to Desert Ridge Marketplace for an afternoon of spooky surprises during Creepy Candy Crawl! Children and families are invited to dress to impress for our annual Halloween costume contest and trick-or-treating! Trick-or-treat from store-tostore, enjoy Halloween themed music, dancing, games, prizes and more!
I RECYCLE PHOENIX WHEN: October 26, 7 a.m. – 12 p.m. WHERE: Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N Tatum Blvd. in Phoenix WHAT: Join Keep Phoenix Beautiful, the city of Phoenix and Desert Ridge Marketplace for the semi-annual I Recycle Phoenix Festival! Don’t miss this one-stop recycling event! *Hazardous materials such as CRT monitors, CRT televisions, prescription drugs, oil, paint and chemicals are not accepted. For a full list of items, please visit www.recyclecleanphoenix.org
DIA DE LOS MUERTOS FESTIVAL WHEN: October 26, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. WHERE: Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St. in Mesa WHAT: Spirits collide during the annual Day of the Dead celebration at Mesa Arts Center! This magnificent festival will offer delicious food and a colorful market of crafts, jewelry and various items related to the Day of the Dead celebration. Visitors have been delighted each year with wonderful live performances and engaging family activities. Free entry and parking. Visit www.mesaartscenter.com/diadelosmuertos for more information.
HOWL-O-WEEN DOG PARADE WHEN: October 27, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. WHERE: Hance Park, 67 W. Culver St. in Phoenix WHAT: Howl-O-Ween featuring The Big Dog Show is a 100 percent charitable Halloween-themed dog parade and art installation that celebrates canines, costumes and community. There is a $25 per dog fee to march in the parade, but spectators (both four-legged and two-legged) are free. Register at dtphx.org/howloween
BUSINESS PROS CONNECT WHEN: October 29, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. WHERE: Hacienda’s Mexican Grill, 32527 N. Scottsdale Rd. in Scottsdale WHAT: Please join fellow entrepreneurs for our monthly networking meeting. We are here to build relationships and exchange referrals. This is a FREE non-industry exclusive event and we would love to hear about you and your business! Be sure to bring plenty of business cards.
HOCUS POCUS TRIVIA NIGHT WHEN: October 29, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. WHERE: Growler USA, 5415 E. High Street Suite 101 in Phoenix WHAT: Oh look, another glorious trivia. Makes me SICK! Sisters! All Hallow’s Eve is drawing close and we’re going to be running amok for Hocus Pocus Trivia! Max team size of 8. Make your reservation online at https:// hocuspocusgusaphx.eventbrite.com
TIM BURTON’S THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS: IN CONCERT LIVE TO FILM WHEN: October 31 – November 3 WHERE: The Phoenix Symphony, 1 N. 1st St. Ste 200 in Phoenix WHAT: After its 2018 sold-out debut, Tim Burton’s wildly inventive world returns to The Phoenix Symphony on Halloween weekend as the spooky classic The Nightmare Before Christmas™ is shown in its entirety. Hear Danny Elfman’s rambunctious, colorful score soar to life as you follow Jack the Pumpkin King’s quest to seize Christmas on the big screen above the full orchestra. This is a family-friendly performance and patrons of all ages are welcome to come dressed in Halloween costumes. This film is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America. Runtime for this performance is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes including intermission. Open to everyone ages 5 and up.
COMING SOON EMBRACE MARKET WHEN: November 3, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. WHERE: Pinnacle High School, 3535 E. Mayo Blvd. in Phoenix WHAT: Embrace Market is ready to #EmbraceLocal this holiday season! With local handmade and vintage vendors, music, kids’ and family fun activities, coffee and food trucks there is something for everyone! FREE admission and the first 100 shoppers will receive an Embrace Market Swag Bag. So come out to shop, eat, and embrace local Phoenix small businesses to kick off this holiday season!
