Happenings

JANUARY HAPPENINGS

DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS ROAD TRIP ADVENTURES

When: Jan. 12 – Jan. 15 Where: Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix What: Hit the road with Mickey Mouse and his pals for a high-octane ride in Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures. Exciting twists and turns await as Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and guests of all ages embark on an interactive and memoryrich adventure to iconic Disney destinations. Info: disneyonice.com/road-tripadventures/phoenix-az-footprintcenter

ROCK ‘N’ ROLL MARATHON AND ½ MARATHON

When: Jan. 14 & 15 Where: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe What: Celebrate the start of a new year with a tri-city foot tour through the Valley of the Sun! Run through the red sandstone formations of Papago Park, snap a selfie in front of colorful art installations, and soak up southwestern style while dancing and dashing through the streets. Info: runrocknroll.com/arizona

GUCCI MANE

When: Jan. 15 Where: Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix What: Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane takes to Celebrity Theatre to support his latest album, “Evil Genius.” Info: celebritytheatre.com/events/ gucci-mane

CAREFREE FINE ART & WINE FESTIVAL

When: Jan. 20 -22 Where: Downtown Carefree What: The Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival features more than 155 juried fine artisans from throughout the United States and abroad. Artists will participate displaying paintings in oil, watercolor, pastel, acrylic, and ink; impressive small, medium, and life-sized sculptures, sparkling handblown glass, clay, metal, stone, wood, bronze, one-of-kind handcrafted jewelry, beautiful photography, and much more. This festival also combines fine art and fine craft with an elaborate collection of domestic and imported wines for tasting. Info: thunderbirdartists.com

BARRETT-JACKSON COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION

When: Jan. 21 - 29 Where: WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale What: For over 50 years, enthusiasts from all over the world have flocked to the Barrett-Jackson collector car auctions, named America’s No. 1 Attraction for Car Lovers in the 2019 USA Today Readers’ Choice Contest. Widely regarded as a barometer of the collector car industry, the auctions have evolved over the years into world-class automotive lifestyle events where thousands of the world’s most sought-after, unique, and valuable automobiles cross the block in front of a global audience ‒ in person and on live national and international television. Info: barrett-jackson.com

ARIZONA CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE

When: Jan. 22 Where: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale What: A curated and judged exhibition of the world’s finest

collector cars, the Arizona Concours d’Elegance is a celebration of automotive design, supporting the arts and local artists. Info: arizonaconcours.com

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY

When: Jan. 27 & 28 Where: The Orpheum Theater, 203 W. Adams St., Phoenix What: The Simon & Garfunkel Story is an immersive concertstyle production that chronicles the amazing journey shared by the folk-rock duo, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. Portrayed by acclaimed performers, the show features state-of-the-art projections along with original film footage and a full live band performing all the hits including “Mrs. Robinson,” “Cecilia,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Homeward Bound,” and many more. Info: pccticketing.com

ARIZONA WINE FESTIVAL

When: Jan. 27 - 29 Where: Phoenix Heritage Square, 115 N. 6th St., Phoenix What: The “best of the best” will be poured at the annual Arizona Wine Festival. The region’s top vineyards will again be sending their emissaries to Phoenix Heritage Square for the sampling pleasure of city folk who haven’t made it out to our state’s blossoming wine country lately. Live music will also be on tap featuring the Motown sounds of Sandra Bassett on Saturday. Info: experiencearizonawine.com

CROSSWORD ANSWER

from page 30 When: Jan. 28 Where: Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix What: Enjoy this not-to-be missed companion animal adopt-a-thon and fun celebration of furry best friends. Check out fantastic pet products and services, yummy eats, vet tips, music, auction prizes, and much more. Bring your friendly dog. Info: doggiestreetfestival.org

STREET EATS FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL

When: Jan. 28 & 29 Where: Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale What: Over 40 food trucks will sell all types of food, the event will include live music, lawn games, eating contests, a local vendor marketplace, a free kids’ zone, and more. Info: saltriverfields.com

ON DECK:FEBRUARY

ARIZONA BALLOON CLASSIC

When: Feb. 3 – Feb. 5 Where: Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear What: Dozens of hot air balloons will liftoff at the Goodyear Ballpark, the spring training home of the Cleveland Indians and Cincinnati Reds. The Arizona Balloon Classic, as the only continuous hot air balloon race and festival in the Phoenix metro area, offers wholesome family fun for one spectacular weekend, and you won’t want to miss it. Info: abcfest.com

SUDOKU ANSWER

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