THINGS TO DO ZOOLIGHTS WHEN: Daily through January 19, 2020, 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. WHERE: Phoenix Zoo/Arizona Center for Nature Conservation, 455 N. Galvin Parkway in Phoenix WHAT: See millions of twinkling and dancing lights, a three-story-high holiday tree, live reindeer, a 200-foot long polar slide, photos with Santa, hundreds of glimmering light displays and lakeside music-in-motion shows. New this year to the holiday display is the Wildlife Lantern Safari, featuring more than 60 creatures – all aglow. Tickets start at $14.95. CHRISTMAS AT THE PRINCESS WHEN: Daily through December 31 WHERE: Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, 7575 E. Princess Drive in Scottsdale WHAT: It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Celebrate the splendor of the season at the AAA Five Diamond award-winning Fairmont Scottsdale Princess with entertainment including a desert ice-skating rink made with real ice, recognized as one of the “Top Ten Holiday Ice Rinks in the World” by the Vancouver Sun; A Build-A-Bear Workshop where fans can find the brand’s one-of-a-kind holiday experience; Enchanted plaza shows; an opportunity to join Santa inside his secret headquarters, where the young and young-at-heart can have family photos taken with Kris Kringle himself while meeting a few of his favorite friends along the way; S’Mores Land, Lagoon Lights and the Princess Express Trains, holiday character appearances and much more! $55 general admission per car. Ride/attraction wristbands additional
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SANTA AT THE PROMENADE WHEN: December 7 and 14, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. WHERE: The Promenade, 16243 N. Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale WHAT: Shoppers, neighbors, friends, and family (even four-legged ones!) are invited to celebrate the holidays with a fun event including Selfies with Santa, complementary hot cocoa bar, and a “Make Your Own Ugly Christmas Sweater” station (bring your own sweater, supplies to decorate are provided). Each event is free and takes place near Nordstrom Rack. Guests may register on Eventbrite.com by searching “Selfies with Santa” SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS SEMINAR WHEN: December 8, 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. WHERE: Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 34605 N Tom Darlington Rd. in Scottsdale WHAT: Bittersweet memories. Loss of traditions. An empty seat at the table. The holiday season can trigger sadness and despair for people grieving a loss. This two-hour seminar includes watching video interviews with counselors, grief experts, and other people who offer practical suggestions and reassurance. Cost is $5 per person for workbook. Childcare available upon request when you register by emailing sue.palmer101@gmail.com or calling 480-488-3384.
Jan. 17-26 • Fri/Sat 7:30 p.m.• Sun. 2 p.m. Season Sponsors Phillis and Peter Strupp FRIDAY/SATURDAY 7:30 PM – SUNDAY 2 PM
Desert Foothills Theater
Season Sponsors Phillis Strupp 34250 N.and 60thPeter St., Orion Bldg. Scottsdale, AZ 85266 www.DFTheater.org 480-488-1981
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WINEMAKER’S DINNER AT KEELER’S NEIGHBORHOOD STEAKHOUSE WHEN: December 11, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. WHERE: Keeler’s Neighborhood Steakhouse, 7212 East Ho Hum Road in Carefree WHAT: Keeler’s Neighborhood Steakhouse hosts an intimate winemaker’s dinner featuring an exclusive menu with thoughtfully executed pairings featuring wines from the Trinchero Family Estates. Courses prepared by Keeler’s chef Anthony Apolinar, and complementary wine selections by Trinchero winemaker Mario Monticelli, who will be on-hand to explain each pairing. Cost is $95 per person excluding tax and gratuity and space is limited. Tickets may be purchased on Eventbrite.com by searching “Trinchero Family Estates Winemaker’s Dinner” scottsdalenorthnews.com
