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UPCOMING EVENTS CASINO NIGHT

APRIL 20 · 5PM-9:30PM at the Elks Crystal Ballroom

TICKETS: $50 IN ADVANCE · $60 AT DOOR

EVENTS CALENDAR

April 1st

Service Industry Nights

at Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos

Employed in the local service industry? Monday nights in April at Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos are all about you! Gold Rush Club members representing the service industry and presenting proper ID to the Gold Rush Club can earn $10 in Gold Rewards and participate in Service Industry Nights’ food and beverage specials including $2 domestic drafts and $2 well drinks. Join us 5:00-11:00 PM on Mondays and enjoy your night! Let’s Play Preskitt! Please play responsibly. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP 928.776.5696 www.buckyscasino.com

76th Annual Kiwanis Auction Online Event

Charity auction is held online, with funds used for the kids of our community, including a scholarship program for high school seniors. Check website and Facebook page for auction information, including the online auction page and the live auction. Runs from March 29 through April 5. Live auction takes place Thu. 4/4 at Prescott Lakes Clubhouse. See auction page for details.

928.445.8700

www.32auctions.com/ Kiwanis2024

April 2nd

2024 AARP TaxAide Service

Pine Ridge Marketplace

8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Free tax assistance, preparation, and e-file service for those who need it most! Membership in AARP is not required. No age restrictions. Walkin services only. Open until April 15 in Pine Ridge Marketplace, Suite 374. If you have any questions call 928.277.1560 or email taxaided3@ gmail.com. Open Mon. to Fri. 8:00 AM-5:00 PM and Sat. 8:00 AM-3:00 PM.

928.277.1560

www.local.aarp.org/place/aarptaxaide-prescott-az.html

April 2nd

St. Vincent De Paul Food Pantry

9:00 AM-2:00 PM

The food share program at St. Vincent De Paul in Prescott is open Mon. to Thu. at 120 N. Summit St. See the Manzanita Outreach website for the hours and additional food share programs offered by the Salvation Army, Prescott Community Cupboard and area churches. The website also lists food share programs available in Chino Valley, Prescott Valley, and Dewey-Humboldt. 928.649.5772 www.mohelp.org

April Exhibits at the ‘Tis Gallery

10:00 AM-5:00 PM

April gallery exhibits at the ‘Tis: An exhibit by Arliss Newcomb and Cindi Shaffer continues through May 14, an exhibit of fine art photography by Prescott area artists will be on display until April 16 and the “Objects Found 2024” exhibit will open on April 18 in the Main Gallery. See website for details on all of the exhibits. The Gallery is open during the monthly 4th Friday Art Walk. The ‘Tis Art Center & Gallery is located at 105 S. Cortez St. in downtown Prescott. Open Thursday-Tuesday. Closed Wed. 928.775.0223

www.tisartgallery.com

Natural History Institute Art Gallery Gallery hours are Mon.-Fri. 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. The “Landforms & Lifeforms” exhibit by Taylor McKinnon continues through April 12. It is a collection of fine art photographs exploring the beauty of western North American landscapes—the austere and intimate, the bold and obscure. The images, often minimalist, seek landscapes and biodiversity in essential form.

928.863.3232

www.naturalhistoryinstitute.org/ art-gallery

April 2nd

Explore Prescott’s History

Sharlot Hall Museum

Located in downtown Prescott at 415 W. Gurley St. The history museum has exhibits, galleries, gardens and historic buildings. Open Tue. to Sat. 10:00 AM-4:00 PM, and 12:00-4:00 PM on Sundays. Check the museum website for info on Pop Up Programs, Living History Adventures, lectures and other special events. General admission now gives you access for two consecutive days.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

Social Dance to Live Music! Social Dance Club - Prescott 4:30 PM-9:30 PM

Grab your dancing shoes and join us on the huge, beautiful wooden floor! We dance nonstop to 5 hours of live music by the Red Baron and Alan Harkrader! Full cash bar, cash cover charge is $10. See you on the dance floor! Location is 1245 White Spar Rd. in Prescott.

www.facebook.com/ groups/3132317610356663

Line Dancing & Live Music at the Whiskey River Tavern

6:00 PM-10:00 PM

Tue. 4/2 Line dance lessons 6:008:00 PM and open dance from 8:0010:00 PM. LIve music: Wed. 4/3 Rusty Bullets 6:30-9:30 PM, Thu. 4/4 Darin & Deering 6:30-9:30 PM, Fri. 4/5 Funk Frequency 8:00-11:30 PM. See website for the April live music schedule. 214 S. Montezuma St. in Prescott. 928.237.5817

www.whiskeyrivertavern.com

Movie Nights & Live Music at the Raven Cafe

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Movie night every Tuesday. Live music: Sun. 4/7 Lee Zimmer - classical and Spanish guitar during brunch 11:00-2:00 PM. See website for the April live music schedule. Located at 142 N. Cortez St. in Prescott. 928.717.0009

www.ravencafe.com

April 2nd

Programs at

James Family Prescott YMCA

The James Family Prescott YMCA is located at 750 Whipple St. Visit their website to learn about programs and activities, which include aquatics, sports, fitness, gymnastics and more. The Prescott YMCA hosts the annual Whiskey Row Marathon in the fall. www.prescottymca.org

April 3rd

Table Tennis Club

Elks Lodge - Prescott Valley

9:30 AM-12:30 PM

The Tri-City Table Tennis Club meets at the Elks Lodge in Prescott Valley. It’s the game everyone plays, but not many play it well. Come and join us and get better in no time at all. Four tournament-quality tables, nets, official balls and racquets. A robotic serving machine is now available for practice sessions. Meets Tue.-Thu.

9:30 AM-12:30 PM, Fri. 3:00-6:00 PM, and Sat. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM. 928.277.4720

www.tricitytabletennis.club

Visit the Zoo!

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

Located at 1403 Heritage Park Rd. in Prescott and open daily from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The HPZS is celebrating 35 years as a nonprofit wildlife sanctuary dedicated to the conservation and protection of native and exotic animals. The zoo offers educational opportunities and special events throughout the year. 928.778.4242 www.heritageparkzoo.org

Yavapai College

2024 Prescott Job Fair

3:30 PM- 6:00 PM Register at www.ycredc.com/events. The job fair will have many local companies and is hosted by Yavapai College, Arizona@Work, NACOG and the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs. Takes place in the YC Prescott Campus Gym, located at 1100 E. Sheldon St. www.ycbws.org/events

April 3rd

Around the World in April at The Grey Room

Bucky’s & Yavapai Casinos 4:00 PM

Take another Trip Around the World in April at The Grey Room on the 3rd floor of Bucky’s Casino. Enjoy authentic, delicious and exciting foods representing regions from around the world. Indulge in a three-course dinner from a different world region daily. Offered at $28 and served from 4:00 PM on April 2-6. See website for details. 928.776.5696 www.buckyscasino.com

April 3rd

The Bee’s Knees Dance Classes Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center 5:30 PM

The Bee’s Knees offers classes on Wednesday evenings in April: Country Swing Beyond Basics (6:00 PM) and East Coast Swing Fundamentals and More (7:00 PM). They will take place on April 3, 10, and 24. There will be Line Dancing classes on Friday, Apr. 12 & 26. See website for class cost and registration info. Classes are at the Elks Performing Arts Center in Prescott. 928.899.3618 www.thebeeskneesdanceprescott.com

April 3rd

Prescott Library Events This Month

The library hosts a wide variety of events each month, including book clubs, events for teens, toddler and preschool storytime, a gardening talk, drop-in tech help, yoga, and much more! Community groups meet at the library every week. See the events calendar page on the library website for event details. The 3rd Friday Chamber Music concert will take place on April 19 and the Coffeehouse Concert will be on April 14 with music by Walt Richardson. 928.777.1500 www.prescottlibrary.info

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April 3rd

Prescott Astronomy Club Meeting

Prescott Public Library

Monthly club meetings are open to the public. The April 3 meeting will be held at the Prescott Public Library at 6:00 PM. Presentation will be by Dr. Jason Barnes from the University of Idaho: “NASA’s Rotorcraft Lander Mission to Saturn’s Moon Titan.” www.prescottastronomyclub.org

April Events -

Prescott Valley Public Library

April events for children, teens and adults at the Prescott Valley Public Library include Tween After School Craft Club, art classes, games and activities for teens, family yoga and pilates, Alzheimer’s Support Group, Beginning Spanish, Beginning Meditation & Mindfulness and more. See website for details. Some events are held online or may require registration. The library is located at 7401 E. Skoog Blvd.

928.759.3040

www.pvlib.net

Chino Valley Library - April Events

April events at the Chino Valley Public Library include the Monday chess group, STEAM workshop, Little Ones Storytime, Bigger Kids Storytime and Lego Club. See library website for event details.

928.636.9115

www.chinoaz.net/calendar.aspx

April 4th

Oil and Acrylic Painting with Neil Orlowski

‘Tis Annex Art Education Building

10:00 AM-1:00 PM

Oil and acrylic painting classes take place on Thu. in the Annex Building, located at 235 N. Marina St. in Prescott. Improve and expand your art vision and techniques. Students of all levels are invited to work on independent oil or acrylic paintings projects and receive instruction that will guide them towards achieving desired goals. Ongoing weekly — join anytime. Acrylic painting classes with Mercie Marshall on Sat. from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. See website for more information on art classes for adults and children, including Art For Adults on Friday nights.

928.775.0223

www.tisartgallery.com/ art-classes

April 4th

April Exhibits at the Phippen Museum

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

This month at the Phippen Museum: “Women Artists of the West” is on display in the Marley Gallery until June 23, the Arizona Pastel Artists Association exhibition and sale continues through April 21, and the Miniature Masterpiece Show & Sale will begin on May 1 in the James Gallery. Pastel workshops with Don Rantz continue on Tue. and Wed. The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday. See website for hours, exhibit details, information about the permanent exhibits and additional programs and events. Guided tours led by museum docents are available.

928.778.1385

www.phippenartmuseum.org

Explore Prescott’s Western Heritage 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

The Western Heritage Center is located on Historic Whiskey Row and is open Wednesday through Sunday. Explore the exhibits and learn about Prescott’s western history and culture. The WHC also hosts lectures and book signings. See Facebook page for current hours and event updates. Free admission!

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

Bronzesmith Foundry Tour

Bronzesmith Fine Art Foundry & Gallery in Prescott Valley offers foundry tours every Thursday at 11:00 AM. Learn about the lost wax process of bronze casting. Fun and informative! The cost is $20 per person and advance reservations are required. Individuals and small groups are welcome.

928.772.2378

www.bronzesmith.com

Beginning Spanish Class

Prescott Valley Public Library

2:30 PM-3:30 PM

Pre-registration required for this 4-week Beginning Spanish series. You will learn grammar and vocabulary including present and past tenses, basic vocabulary about family/food/ work/travel, noun and pronoun use. This free class will cover the basics of Spanish. Classes are held on Thursdays.

April 4th

Live Music at the Back Alley Wine Bar: STEFnROCK

5:00 PM-8:00 PM

Singer-songwriter Open Mic every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM, hosted by Andrew Deering. Live music: Thu. 4/4 STEFnROCK 5:00-8:00 PM, Fri. 4/5 Sir Harrison 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat. 4/6 Imperial & Prairie (Aki & Tony Hale) 6:30-9:30 PM, Sun. 4/7 Sunday Funday with the Aragon Ping Band 3:00-6:00 PM. See website for live music updates. Located at 156 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. 480.570.5131 www.backalleywine.com

Come Play With Us! -

Prescott Ukulele Guild

Prescott Public Library

6:15 PM-7:30 PM

Prescott Ukulele Guild, comprised of ukulele players of all levels who enjoy playing together, meets the first Thursday of every month. First meetup is free. Free lessons. Wonderful new friends and camaraderie and music does great things for your brain. The room opens at 6:00 PM for socializing, tuning, etc. and the meeting starts at 6:15 PM.

602.769.2727

www.prescottukuleleguild.org

April 5th

Yavapai Humane Society

Vaccine Clinic

Vaccine clinic every Friday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 2989 Centerpointe East Dr. Cats $60 (3 vaccines), dogs $75 (4 vaccines). Individual vaccines are available. www.yavapaihumane.org

2024 Spring Juried Student Exhibition

The Yavapai College Prescott Art Gallery presents the 2024 Spring Juried Student Exhibition from April 5 through June 1. Join us and discover the imagination and skill of YC’s talented art students. The gallery is located at 1100 E. Sheldon St., Building 16. Gallery hours: Tue.-Sat. 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

928.776.2031

www.ycvisualarts.com/ yc-prescott-gallery

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April 5th

Lance Thompson with Special Guest Drew Hall

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Be sure to catch up-and-coming R&B singer/songwriter Lance Thompson! Lance will be traveling to Prescott from Shreveport, Louisiana. He is an American contemporary R&B and soul singer, songwriter and producer. Lance will be joined by guitarist Drew Hall (Ponderosa Grove, CheekTones). Concert will take place in the Elks Crystal Hall. 928.756.2844 www.prescottelkstheatre.org

April 5th

Highlands Center Book Club

1:00 PM-2:00 PM

This book club is for adults eager to learn more about the natural history of the Southwest and natural history in general. Meets the first Friday each month in the Discovery Gardens ramada. Register at any time to begin receiving email notices about the current books and meetings. Free to attend. Check website for upcoming books and dates. 928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

April 5th

Live Music at Del Rio Springs

Live music in the tasting room every Friday to Sunday from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. See website for the April live music lineup and additional events including Wednesday Wine & Trivia nights. Located in the Old Firehouse Plaza, 220 W. Goodwin St. in Prescott. 928.460.5085

www.delriospringsvineyard.com

Eclipse/Space STEAM WorkshopChino Valley Library

3:00 PM-5:00 PM

We will have interactive eclipse, space, STEAM activities to explore the Friday before the eclipse. Stay for a few minutes or the whole time. Watch the partial solar eclipse with our complimentary viewing glasses! 1 pair per person and up to 4 per family while supplies last. All ages welcome. 928.636.9115

www.chinoaz.net/214/Library

Live Music at

The Cellar at Creekside Lodge

Live music at The Cellar: Friday 4/5

Tyller Gummersall 6:00-9:00 PM, Sat. 4/6 Wheelhouse Trio 6:00-9:00 PM. Creekside Lodge & Cabins is located at 11255 SR 69 in Mayer. See website for the April live music schedule. 928.632.0777

www.creeksidelodgeandcabinsaz.com

Friday Night Barn Dance

Mortimer Farms

6:00 PM-10:00 PM

Enjoy a live band, dancing, campfire, lawn games and beautiful farm scenery! Cash bar available. Add dinner to your admission for only $15 more. Barn Dance events are held every Friday through October. Mortimer Farms is located in Dewey. 928.830.1116

www.mortimerfarmsaz.com/ BarnDance

Wild Rivers Film Tour 2024

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

The Wild Rivers Film Tour returns for its 9th year in 2024 as a celebration of wild rivers and a call to action for protecting more of the rivers we all cherish. Presented in the main historic theater. Tickets are $12 and available online. 928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

April 5th

Karaoke with Matt & Allie at Cooper’s Pub

8:00 PM-11:00 PM

Located at 4499 AZ-69 in Prescott at the La Quinta Inn & Suites. Karaoke every Friday night. Check Matt & Allies Karaoke Facebook page for more karaoke events in Prescott and Prescott Valley. 928.227.8772

www.facebook.com/ CoopersPubAZ

Live Music at the Whiskey River Tavern - Funk Frequency 8:00 PM-11:30 PM

Live music: Fri. 4/5 Funk Frequency 8:00-11:30 PM, Sat. 4/6 Sugar City 1:00-5:00 PM and Flashback from 8:00-11:30 PM, Sun 4/7 Justin & Autumn Hitson 1:00-5:00 PM, Tue. 4/9 Line dance lessons 6:00-8:00 PM and open dance from 8:00-10:00 PM, Wed. 4/10 Free Radicals 6:30-9:30 PM, Thu. 4/11 Darin & Deering 6:309:30 PM. See website for the April live music schedule. 214 S. Montezuma St. in Prescott.

928.237.5817

www.whiskeyrivertavern.com

KC & The Moonshine Band at Matt’s Saloon 8:30 PM-1:00 AM

Located at 112 S. Montezuma St. on Whiskey Row. Matt’s Saloon has live music Fri. & Sat. from 8:30 PM to 1:00 AM, Trivia Night on Mon. starting at 8:00 PM, Karaoke Night every Wed. and Sun. 7:00 PM-12:00 AM. Thu: Line dance lessons 6:00-8:00 PM, country DJ from 7:00-10:00 PM and hip hop/ Top 40 DJ from 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM. April live music: Fri. 4/5 & Sat. 4/6 KC and The Moonshine Band, Fri. 4/12 Western Fusion, Sat. 4/13 Band TBA, Fri. 4/19 & Sat. 4/20 Western Fusion, Fri. 4/26 & Sat. 4/27 KC and The Moonshine Band, Fri. 5/3 & Sat. 5/4 Silver Sage. 928.771.8788

www.mattssaloon.com

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April 5th

Walking Tours of

Historic Downtown Prescott

The Prescott Chamber of Commerce offers 90-minute walking tours of historic downtown Prescott. Stroll through history and learn about Prescott’s storied past. Tours are by appointment only from Nov. through April. Special tours are available upon request for groups of 5 of more at a cost of $5 per person. Call the Chamber office to book a tour.

928.445.2000

www.prescott.org

April 6th

Prescott Farmers Market

YRMC Miller Valley Parking Lot

New market hours start today: 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM through October. The market hosts local farmers, ranchers, food vendors and craft vendors each week. Find fresh specialty produce, meat, eggs, bread, baked goods, delicious ready-to-eat foods and more. Accepts cash, credit, debit and double EBT/SNAP benefits! Pets are not allowed at the market but service animals are always welcome.

928.713.1227

www.prescottfarmersmarket.org

April 6th

Garden Class: Lilacs and Better Fragrant Gardens

Watters Garden Center

9:30 AM-10:30 AM

Free garden class at Watters Garden Center, located at 1815 Iron Springs Rd. in Prescott. Lilacs have come a long way from your grandmother’s garden, with new colors, shapes, sizes and fragrances for the style of any gardener.

928.445.4159

www.wattersgardencenter.com/classes

April 6th

Dusty Trails and Desert Tales: The Big Shipp Canyon Excursion Natural History Institute

7:30 AM-6:00 PM

Embark on a unique daylong journey through the remote and rugged beauty of Big Shipp Canyon, which cuts deep into a basalt lava flow. This off-trail escapade promises encounters with perennial water sources in the Sonoran Desert, ancient rock art, untouched vistas, and a fascinating geologic history.

928.863.3232

www.naturalhistoryinstitute.org

Live Music at

Mogollon Vineyards in Dewey

Live Music on weekends from 2:005:00 PM: Sat. 4/6 Aragon Smith, Sun. 4/7 Dan & Yoshi. Mogollon Vineyards is located at 2430 Hwy. 69 in Dewey. See website for additional events.

928.243.8387

www.mogollonvineyards.com

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April 6th

Monthly Watson Woods Bird Walk: Prescott Audubon

Watson Woods Riparian Preserve 8:00 AM

On the first Saturday of the month, Prescott Audubon volunteers lead bird walks in Watson Woods. The walks are approximately 2 hours long and are open to birders of all ages and levels. Registration not required. Meet at the Peavine Trailhead parking area at 1624 Sundog Ranch Rd. in Prescott. (Park fee $3/vehicle). See website for additional events and programs. Note that the start time changes with the seasons.

281.682.6068

www.prescottaudubon.org

Saturday Express Childbirth Class Yavapai Regional Medical Center East - Prescott Valley 9:00 AM-4:30 PM

A one-day class designed for firsttime moms and their partners. Class fee $40. Dignity Health YRMC’s Saturday Express Childbirth Class is offered numerous times throughout the year for first-time moms and their partners. Participants are encouraged to enroll for a class close to their 32nd-34th week of pregnancy. Registration is required. 928.445.2700

www.yrmchealthconnect.org/ calendar

Business Expo at Pine Ridge Marketplace

10:00 AM-5:00 PM

Business expo presented by the Prescott Chamber of Commerce and Pine Ridge Marketplace. Takes place at locations throughout the mall. Includes a Children’s Entrepreneur Market, entertainment, workshops, food vendors, displays and demonstrations by businesses. See website for details.

928.442.3605 www.pineridgemarketplace.com

April 6th

Public Viewing of

Prehistoric Pit Houses

Willow Lake Heritage Park

10:00 AM-12:00 PM

The remains of three prehistoric pit houses will be open to the public. Docents from the Museum of Indigenous People and the Arizona Archaeological Society (AAS) will be onsite to explain and answer questions as well as show a few artifacts. All-ages event and dogs are welcome. Open the first Saturday of every month. There is a $3 park entrance fee.

www.azarchsoc.org/Yavapai

Discover Native History & Culture Museum of Indigenous People

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

Exhibits include prehistoric and contemporary examples of indigenous cultural and artistic materials from the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico. The museum has special exhibits, art auctions and other special events throughout the year. Located at 147 N. Arizona Ave. in Prescott. 928.445.1230

www.museumofindigenouspeople.org

Nature NiñosFree Family Nature Program

10:00 AM-12:00 PM

See Facebook page for details. Takes place on the first Saturday of every month. The April program will take place at the Community Nature Center of Prescott. City park rangers and community partners lead childcentered nature play events. For children up to age 8. At every Nature Niños event there will be take-home freebies, guided nature activities and little lessons on healthy choices and Leave No Trace principles.

928.777.1122

www.facebook.com/ natureninosprescott

April 6th

Prescott Computer Society Meeting: Android Devices & Apps Online Event via Zoom 1:00 PM

The Prescott Computer Society is a group of PC users who meet two times a month on Saturdays at 1:00 PM via Zoom. Participants must register to receive Zoom connection information at www.PCS4ME.com.

This week’s topic is “Everyday Use of Android Devices and Apps - Part 1.”

The second part will be presented during the May 4th meeting. PCS meetings are available to anyone, including non-members, who wish to join us online.

www.pcs4me.com

Lecture Series -

Victorian Hope - Kate T. Cory Sharlot Hall Museum 2:00 PM-3:00 PM

Presented by Brenda Cusick in the Education Center Auditorium. The true life story of a Prescott pioneer, a Manhattan Victorian socialite who came west to visit an art colony on the Hopi Mesas for 2 weeks and stayed for 8 years! Told in full costume and first person. Learn about Kate T. Cory’s amazing life with the Hopi. Her paintings are found in the Smithsonian, Museum of Indigenous People and Sharlot Hall Museum. See website for ticket information. 928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

Friends of NRA Annual Fundraiser

Prescott Resort and Conference Center 4:30 PM-9:30 PM

Friends of NRA is an exciting grassroots fundraising program that fosters community involvement, raises money and gives 100% of the net proceeds to qualified local, state, and national programs. Firearms safety education, women focused clinic, marksmanship, range development are some of the grants. 928.274.4794

www.friendsofnra.org

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April 6th

Garth LIVE! - Tribute to Garth Brooks Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center 7:00 PM

Step into the world of Garth Brooks as you’ve never seen before, with Drew Baloh channeling the legendary icon in a way that will leave you questioning if you’re witnessing the real deal. From his signature cowboy hat to that unmistakable voice, Baloh’s resemblance to Garth Brooks is uncanny, and he’s ready to take you on a musical journey like no other. 928.777.1370 www.prescottelkstheatre.org

2024 Bowl for Kids’ SakeYavapai Big Brothers Big Sisters

Antelope Lanes - Prescott Valley 2024 Bowling dates: Sat. 4/6 and Sat. 4/13 at Antelope Lanes in Prescott Valley, Sat. 4/20 at Plaza Bowl in Prescott. See website for event information. Please support this annual fundraiser for Yavapai Big Brothers Big Sisters! www.azbigs.org/ eventscampaigns

The Center - April Events

The Center is a nonprofit organization that offers a wide variety of events, activities and classes. They also provide rentals for private and community events. The Center is located at 1280 E. Rosser St. in Prescott. Visit the events calendar page on their website to see the full list of classes and activities offered in April.

928.778.3000 www.thecenteronrosser.org

April 7th

Prescott Valley Community Market

Prescott Valley Town Center 10:00 AM-3:00 PM

New location in Prescott Valley Town Center, 2991 Park Ave. The Artisan & Maker Market features food, artisans, crafters and local merchants. Free admission.

928.273.9767 www.facebook.com/AZPVCM

April 7th

Prescott Horse LoversSunday Horse Fun Hallelujah Horsemanship

Held every Sunday from 1:003:00 PM at the Hallelujah Horsemanship ranch. Prescott horse lovers will enjoy the fun horse-petting time. Hear great horse stories, touch and watch horses play and learn. Plus enjoy chocolate tasting. Something fun and new every Sunday. Register online. Cash only if paid at door. Call for directions. Lessons and boarding also available. 949.933.5689

www.hallelujahhorseranch.com

April 7th

Sunday Blues Jam at the Windsock Lounge

Blues Jam hosted by the Scott O’Neal Band or Elvin Killerbee every Sunday from 2:00-6:00 PM. Live music every Fri. & Sat. night from 7:00-11:00 PM — Fri. 4/5 Chicago Bob, Sat. 4/6 Big Daddy D & The Dynamites. The Windsock also has STEFnROCK every Tue. from 5:00-8:00 PM, Travis Crow & Colton Burris on Wed. at 6:00 PM, and the Aragon Ping Band every Thu. 6:00-9:00 PM.

928.776.7309

www.thewindsocklounge.net

April 7th

Elks Performing Arts Center Classes Dance, fitness, yoga and other classes take place at the Performing Arts Center every week. Visit the Elks website to see what is offered in April. 928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

April 8th

Spring Colored Pencil Drawing Series Highlands Center for Natural History 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

If you are interested in drawing what you observe in the natural world, then you should attend this program! Join local illustrator and author Diane Iverson for the spring drawing series. Learn and practice colored pencil drawing and leave with finished pieces. The classes will be held in the Kieckhefer Classroom. Supplies are not included, but coffee and tea are. Classes will be held Mon.-Wed.-Fri. from April 8-19. Register online. 928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

Prescott Art DocentsMonday Art Talk

Suze’s Prescott Center for the Arts 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Takes place in the Artist Lounge at Suze’s Prescott Center for the Arts. Walt Anderson presents “Art in the Service of Conservation.” 928.445.6506

www.prescottartdocents.net

Chess Group

Chino Valley Public Library

Come play chess with others! All ages and experience levels welcome. Learn strategy and have fun with this classic game. Chess sets are provided or you can bring your own. Held in the Chino Valley Public Library community room. Takes place on Mondays from 3:00-6:00 PM. 928.636.9115

www.chinoaz.net/214/Library

Art Classes & Programs

Suze’s Prescott Center for the Arts offers a variety of classes and programs for youth and adults, including ceramics, 2D art and theater. Check the website to see what’s being offered in April. 928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org/classes

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April 9th

Arizona Concealed Weapons Permit Course

Compass Training Center

8:00 AM-4:00 PM

Arizona 8-hour concealed weapons permit course includes classroom and shooting facility training and covers all aspects of safe gun handling and applicable state laws. See website for required equipment, course eligibility and to register. Morning: classroom instruction. Afternoon: learn to implement the fundamentals and drills learned during the classroom portion. Cost: $115. Additional classes available in April include Pistol Fundamentals, USCCA AR Fundamentals and more. Located in Chino Valley.

928.848.9885 www.compasstrainingaz.org

Coffee Club with BrianRyleigh Wealth Management

Frannie’s Cones and Coffee

9:30 AM-11:00 AM

Join us as we discuss current economic trends and personal finance in a fun, relaxed setting. Coffee’s on me! Frannie’s Cones and Coffee is located at 104 W. Gurley St. in Prescott. www.ryleighwm.com

Chino Valley Quilters Monthly Meeting

Chino Valley Methodist Church

9:30 AM-12:00 PM

Meets on the second Tuesday of each month. New location is the Chino Valley United Methodist Church, located at 735 E. Rd. 1 S. Free to attend and guests are welcome. See website for more information about the CV Quilters.

928.237.7488 www.chinovalleyquilters.com

Red Cross Blood Drive

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center Takes place in the Performing Arts Center Crystal Hall from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. See website for registration info.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

April 9th

Explore Prescott’s History

Sharlot Hall Museum

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

Located in downtown Prescott at 415 W. Gurley St. The history museum has exhibits, galleries, gardens and historic buildings. Open Tue. to Sat. 10:00 AM-4:00 PM and 12:00-4:00 PM on Sundays. Check the museum website for info on Pop Up Programs, Living History Adventures, lectures and other special events. General admission now gives you access for two consecutive days.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

Social Dance to Live Music!

Social Dance Club - Prescott

4:30 PM-9:30 PM

www.facebook.com/ groups/3132317610356663

Movie Nights & Live Music

at the Raven Cafe

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Movie night every Tuesday. See website for the April live music schedule. Located at 142 N. Cortez St. in Prescott.

928.717.0009

www.ravencafe.com

April 10th

Seniors Day Wednesdays

Bucky’s & Yavapai Casinos Seniors are special at Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos! Gold Rush Club members age 55 and older are eligible to earn $10 in Gold Rewards and may win $100 cash in Seniors Hot Seats from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, as well as enjoy food specials every Wednesday at both casinos. 928.776.5696

www.buckyscasino.com

April 10th

Prescott Public Library: Wednesday Morning Book Club 10:00 AM-11:30 AM

The library offers a variety of book clubs for teens and adults, including the WORDS Book Club, Inktastic Book Club, Teen Books and Bites Book Club, Mystery Book Club, Book Buddies, and the Wednesday Morning Book Club. Check the library events calendar for details about the book clubs and their upcoming book selections.

928.777.1500

www.prescottlibrary.info

Visit the Zoo!

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

Chino Valley Food Bank - Food Share 11:00 AM-1:45 PM

Food Share event at the Chino Valley Food Bank, located at 840 E. Rd. 1 South. Available every M-W-F. See the Manzanita Outreach website for details. Hot meals are available at the Chino Valley Senior Center, 1021 W. Butterfield Rd., Mon.-Thu. from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. A fee is charged for hot meals. 928.649.5772

www.mohelp.org

AZ Wordsmith:

Prose Open Mic at the Elks Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center 7:00 PM

Held on the second Wednesday of each month in The Elks’ 3rd floor Sundance Room. This is an opportunity to share your prose with other writers and people that love to read great literature in our community. Those who are just in the mood for listening are welcome to come. Grab a seat and enjoy some inspiring talks from area wordsmiths. Admission $5. 928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

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1920’S PRESCOTT FRONTIER DAYS

UNVEILS STELLAR LINEUP OF SPECIALTY ACTS FOR THE 2024 RODEO SEASON

rescott Frontier Days®, Inc, - World’s Oldest Rodeo®, is gearing up for its 137th year of thrilling rodeo action. Featuring an array of talented rodeo acts and performances, brought together by top contractors from across the nation, this event promises great family-friendly entertainment. Taking place in Prescott, Arizona, the rodeo spans seven consecutive days from July 1 to July 7, 2024, with two performances scheduled for Saturday, July 6th.

The highlight of the 2024 specialty acts includes the Broken Spoke Clydesdales, making their annual journey from Winﬁeld, Kansas. These majestic Clydesdales travel nationwide, participating in rodeos, fairs, exhibitions, and various events throughout the year. Tomas Garcilazo, a third-generation Charro

from Mexico City, showcases highly developed horsemanship and roping abilities. Barrelman Matt Tarr, immersed in rodeo and livestock from a young age, brings a natural ﬁ t to the arena with his lifelong passion for roping. Starting at the tender age of 3, Matt’s journey led him to become a rodeo entertainer, guided by what he believes to be his true calling from God.

Prescott Frontier Days®, Inc proudly presents its esteemed contracted team members. Hall of fame rodeo announcer Randy Corley, a legend in professional rodeo, is widely respected and trusted. Co-announcer James Horcasitas, hailing from New Mexico, provides critical knowledge and upbeat commentary essential to any rodeo performance, creating a “High Voltage” Rodeo experience. National bullﬁghter Beau Schueth, a Nebraska native, has

BROKEN SPOKE CLYDESDALES

BROKEN SPOKE CLYDESDALES AT 2023 WORLD’S OLDEST RODEO

AT 2023 WORLD’S OLDEST RODEO

claimed his position as a national champion bullfighter. Quirt Hunt, one of Pro Rodeo’s Top Bullfighters, marks his 21st consecutive year with the Prescott rodeo. Kirsten Vold from Vold Rodeo Company, a premier stock contractor, joins for yet another year, accompanied by her reliable pick-up men, Ty Atchison and Dalton Ward, ensuring topquality stock and confidence in the arena.

Every rodeo season unveils a distinct theme, and the current theme, “ Prescott Traditions,” is a heartfelt tribute to the rodeo’s storied history and its signiﬁcant inﬂ uence on generations of families and rodeo enthusiasts across the nation. To capture these cherished moments, our rodeo family is invited to submit their stories and photos at www. WorldsOldestRodeo.com/Memory-Catcher.

Join us for a week of unforgettable rodeo experiences and the celebration of enduring traditions. Prescott Frontier Days, Inc is dedicated to ensuring that the World’s Oldest Rodeo remains an accessible and family-friendly event. We are pleased to announce that general admission tickets for the 2024 Rodeo are priced at an affordable rate. Pricing available for general admission seating up to $40 per person. We want to emphasize the importance of purchasing tickets directly through our official website, www.WorldsOldestRodeo. com, to avoid third-party spam websites. Get your tickets March 2024 only at www. WorldsOldestRodeo.com. For rodeo inquiries, please contact the rodeo office at (928) 445-3103 or email info@ worldsoldestrodeo.com. The Prescott rodeo office is located at 840 Rodeo Drive Prescott, AZ 86305.

TOP: KIRSTEN VOLD, VOLD RODEO COMPANY. MIDDLE: TOMAS GARCILAZO. BOTTOM: BULLFIGHTERS AT 2023 WORLD’S OLDEST RODEO

Blushing Cactus Photography

1ST PERFORMANCE JULY 1, 7:30PM

Prescott PULSE

For a relatively small community Greater Prescott has an astoundingly vibrant music scene. You can hear live music pouring out of bars, saloons, breweries, clubs, coffeehouses, restaurants, concert halls, parks, galleries and anywhere else a crowd might form. Every month we’re putting a different local act in the spotlight.

STEFnROCK, Stefani Savage & Rocky Jackson

Prescott NOW: How long have you guys been playing together?

STEFnROCK: First paid gig was in October of 2012.

Prescott NOW: What genre of music do you play?

STEFnROCK: We play just about everything. Classic rock, old and new country, pop, disco. Whatever the crowd is looking for.

Prescott NOW: What about them inspires you?

STEFnROCK: We love to play music that makes people feel something.

Prescott NOW: What is the key to being a successful musical act in Prescott and Northern Arizona?

STEFnROCK: Making the crowd part of the show. We always take requests.

We know we’re not the best musicians in town, but we bring

people together and make them happy. That’s our main goal.

Prescott Now: What’s the smallest audience you’ve played for; the biggest?

STEFnROCK: We once played for two people at Rachel’s Kitchen in Las Vegas. We played several gigs for about 1,000 people including the Prescott Summer Concert Series.

Prescott NOW: Where do you find the inspiration for your songwriting or performances?

STEFnROCK: The fans are the inspiration. If they’re having a good time, then we’re having a good time.

Prescott NOW: What brought you to Prescott?

STEFnROCK: In 2021, Rocky almost died from COVID pneumonia. We had lost a big chunk of our work since the shutdown. We decided it was time for a change and started

looking for a new place to live.

Stefani Googled somewhere in the U.S. with four seasons that weren’t too extreme, and Prescott showed up. So we hopped in our little tiny smart car and drove to Prescott. We immediately loved it. (The two have been partners since 2012.)

So we made the decision to move here from Las Vegas. We didn’t know a single person and we had no gigs lined up. So we drove to Vegas and back every weekend to keep working. We got our first gig in Prescott from Connie at the Windsock. Then we went to an open mic at the Back Alley Wine Bar. Sheri Shaw happened to be there that night and hired us on the spot.

Since then we’ve managed to establish ourselves playing five nights a week on average. That means no more trips to Las Vegas! We absolutely love Prescott and we feel fortunate to be here.

Photos by Blushing Cactus Photography

Drinks.Live Music.Great Food.

Whiskey River Tavern April Events

April 2, 9, 16, 23

Line Dance Lessons

6:00 PM-8:00 PM

Open Dance

8:00 PM-10:00 PM

April 3

Rusty Bullets

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

April 4, 11, 18, 25

Darin and Deering

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

April 5

Funk Frequency

8:00 PM-11:30 PM

April 6

Sugar City

1:00 PM-5:00 PM

April 6

Flashback

8:00 PM-11:30 PM

April 7

Justin and Autumn Hitson

1:00 PM-5:00 PM

April 10

Free Radicals

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

April 12

Groove Dawgs

8:00 PM-11:00 PM

April 13

STEFnROCK

1:00 PM-5:00 PM

April 13

Palomino Band

4:00 PM-7:00 PM Upstairs Bunkhouse

April 13

The CheekTones

8:00 PM-11:30 PM

April 14

All She Wrote 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

April 17

Wheelhouse Trio

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

April 19

Austin Sweeney Band 8:00 PM-11:30 PM

April 20

Llory McDonald Band 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

April 20

Trippin’ Laces by Jimmy Newquest 8:00 PM-11:30 PM

April 21

Truly Reckless

1:00 PM-5:00 PM

April 24

Justin Hitson Solo

6:30 PM-9:30 PM

April 26

Scandalous Hands

8:00 PM-11:30 PM Upstairs Bunkhouse

April 26

Well Dressed Wolves 8:00 PM-11:30 PM (Patio)

April 27

Trey Friddle Band 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

April 27

Palomino Band

4:00 PM-7:00 PM Upstairs Bunkhouse

April 27

Copperstate Band 8:00 PM-11:30 PM

April 28

The Dirty Halos 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

Band Schedule Subject to Change

New Chamber Members

Ashley Furniture Homestore

3090 Gateway Blvd. Prescott, AZ 86303

928.515.2670 www.ashleyfurniture.com

Canyon Painting

PO Box 26205

Prescott Valley, AZ 86312

928.848.6228 www.sedonahousepainting.com

Compassus Hospice

3033 N. Windsong, Ste. 205 Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

928.775.0103 www.compassus.com

Creations in Thread

1046 Willow Creek Rd. Prescott, AZ 86301 928.800.2270 www.creationsinthread.com

Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

2971 N. Willow Creek Rd., Ste. 2 Prescott, AZ 86301 928.515.0344 www.fairwayindependentmc.com

Glamper Shots Photobooth 928.257.2589 www.glampershots.com

Heidi Deanne Consulting and Coaching Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 412.465.0886 www.heidideanne.com

Keystone Homes dba The Havenly Prescott Prescott, AZ 86301 928.515.0382 www.havenlycommunities.com/ the-havenly-prescott

Mingus Mountain Camp & Retreat Center 8500 W. Forest Service Rd., Ste. 104A Prescott Valley, AZ 86312 928.649.5949 www.mingusmountaincamp.org

Mirrorpool Productions LLC Prescott, AZ 86303 323.336.7577

NAZ Wrangler Country Booster Club Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 www.nazwranglercountryboosterclub.com

Southwest Homes

401 Whipple St. Prescott, AZ 86301 928.899.3845 www.southwesthomesaz.com

Stoic Wealth Advisors

371 Garden St., Ste. A47 Prescott, AZ 86305 928.224.3160 www.stoicwealthadvisors.com

Superstition Meadery

120 W. Gurley St. Prescott, AZ 86301 928.458.4256 www.superstitionmeadery.com

Yavapai Trails Association PO Box 403 Prescott, AZ 86302 602.481.2617 www.yavapai-trails.org

EVENTS CALENDAR

April 10th

MATFORCE Events

MATFORCE offers a variety of webinars and in-person events. See website for the schedule of upcoming events. MATFORCE works to reduce substance abuse in Yavapai County. 928.925.4433 www.matforce.org

April 11th

Explore Prescott’s Western Heritage 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

Bronzesmith Foundry Tour

928.772.2378 www.bronzesmith.com

Live Theater: “The Lion King Jr.” Suze’s Prescott Center for the Arts 7:00 PM

Based on the 1994 Disney animated feature film and Shakespeare’s “Hamlet,” “The Lion King” is the story of Simba, an adventurous and energetic lion cub who is next in line to be king of the Pride Lands, a thriving and beautiful region in the African savanna. There will be 14 performances from April 11-28 in the PCA Cabaret theater.

928.445.3286 www.prescottartcenter.org

April 11th

Ladies’ Day Thursdays

Bucky’s & Yavapai Casinos

4:00 PM-6:00 PM

Ladies Day is celebrated on Thursdays at Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos! Ladies Day Hot Seat winners may receive $250 cash from 4:006:00 PM, are eligible to earn $10 in Gold Rewards and may enjoy food specials at both casinos! Must be a Gold Rush Club member to participate. See website for details.

928.776.5696

www.buckyscasino.com

Live Music at the Back Alley Wine Bar: STEFnROCK

5:00 PM-8:00 PM

Singer-songwriter Open Mic every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM, hosted by Andrew Deering. Live music: Thu. 4/11 STEFnROCK 5:00-8:00 PM, Fri. 4/12 Vandwellers 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat. 4/13 Whiskey Pistols 6:30-9:30 PM, Sun. 4/14 Sunday Funday with the Aragon Ping Band 3:00-6:00 PM. See website for live music updates. Located at 156 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. 480.570.5131

www.backalleywine.com

Prescott Puzzle Rides

Puzzle Rides are interactive adventure games where players ride in a golf cart and use teamwork and clues to solve a series of puzzles. Like an escape room, players only have a limited amount of time to reach their destination. For ages 5 and up. A variety of themed puzzle rides are available. Open year-round in historic downtown Prescott. See website for details and to book your Puzzle Ride! 602.601.2261

www.puzzlerides.com

April 12th

Mountain Artists Guild Open Studio: Portraiture

Drop-in open studio. Friday mornings from 9:00 AM to noon. $15 members and $20 non-members. Oil & Acrylic Painting open studio sessions are offered on Wednesdays. See website for shows and exhibits in the galleries and for special events.

928.445.2510

www.mountainartistsguild.org

April 12th

Live Music at

The Cellar at Creekside Lodge

Live music at The Cellar: Fri. 4/12 Rob West 6:00-9:00 PM, Sat. 4/13 Three Radicals 6:00-9:00 PM. Creekside Lodge & Cabins is located at 11255 AZ-69 in Mayer. See website for the April live music schedule. 928.632.0777

www.creeksidelodgeandcabinsaz.com

Friday Night Barn Dance

Mortimer Farms

6:00 PM-10:00 PM

www.mortimerfarmsaz.com/ BarnDance

Light My Fire - The Doors Tribute Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center 7:00 PM

Join Mike Yarema and Mike Hebert in their new production, “Light My Fire!” This concert will pay tribute to Jim Morrison and The Doors. Hear all your favorite hits including: “Roadhouse Blues,” “Hello, I Love You,” “Break on Through,” and many more! 928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Karaoke with Matt & Allie at Cooper’s Pub

8:00 PM-11:00 PM

www.facebook.com/ CoopersPubAZ

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April 12th

Mile High PBR

Findlay Toyota Center

Friday and Saturday, April 12 and 13 at 7:30 PM. The Yavapai Bottle Gas Mile High PBR presented by Coors Light and Bucky’s Casino. It’s the most excitement you can pack into 8 seconds, and the only chance for fans to see live PBR action in Northern Arizona. The Mile High PBR is a part of the Touring Pro Division and will showcase some of the rising stars of the PBR, riding alongside fan favorites and veterans, as all the competitors face off against the most famous bucking bulls in the industry. Tickets available by phone, at the arena box office and on Ticketmaster. 928.772.1819 www.findlaytoyotacenter.com

April 12th

Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Prescott

www.prescott.org

April 12th

Live Music at the Whiskey River Tavern - Groove Dawgs 8:00 PM-11:00 PM

Live music: Fri. 4/12 Groove Dawgs 8:00-11:00 PM, Sat. 4/13 STEFnROCK 1:00-5:00 PM - Palomino 4:00-7:00 PM (Bunkhouse) and The CheekTones from 8:00-11:30 PM, Sun. 4/14 All She Wrote 1:00-5:00 PM, Tue. 4/16 Line dance lessons from 6:00-8:00 PM and open dance from 8:00-10:00 PM, Wed. 4/17 Wheelhouse Trio 6:30-9:30 PM, Thu. 4/18 Darin & Deering 6:309:30 PM. See website for the April live music schedule. 214 S. Montezuma St. in Prescott. 928.237.5817

www.whiskeyrivertavern.com

April 12th

Western Fusion at Matt’s Saloon

Located at 112 S. Montezuma St. on Whiskey Row. Matt’s Saloon has live music Fri. & Sat. from 8:30 PM to 1:00 AM, Trivia Night on Mon. starting at 8:00 PM, Karaoke Night every Wed. and Sun. 7:00 PM-12:00 AM. Thu.: Line dance lessons 6:00-8:00 PM, country DJ from 7:00-10:00 PM and hip hop/ Top 40 DJ from 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM. April live music: Fri. 4/5 & Sat. 4/6 KC and The Moonshine Band, Fri. 4/12 Western Fusion, Sat. 4/13 Band TBA, Fri. 4/19 & Sat. 4/20 Western Fusion, Fri. 4/26 & Sat. 4/27 KC and The Moonshine Band, Fri. 5/3 & Sat. 5/4 Silver Sage. 928.771.8788

www.mattssaloon.com

April 13th

Garden Class:

My First Herb and Vegetable Gardens Watters Garden Center 9:30 AM-10:30 AM

Free garden class at Watters Garden Center, located at 1815 Iron Springs Rd. in Prescott. We’ll cover the best heirloom varieties to local favorites, and highlight soil preparation, best practices and care. Let’s get ready to plant!

928.445.4159

www.wattersgardencenter.com/ classes

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CAR WASH

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Findlay Subaru of Prescott

Ricks Automotive

Beal's Auto Body

Ocean Blue Car Wash

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FESTIVAL

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OUTDOOR EVENT

RADIO PERSONALITY

RADIO STATION

The Highlands Center for Natural History

Prescott Western Heritage Center

Palomino Band

Bucky's & Yavapai Casinos

The Dance Project North

Whiskey River Tavern

Matt and Allie's Karaoke and DJ

Elks Theater Crystal Hall

The Big Sting Country Music Festival

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

Picture Show

Prescott Western Heritage Center

Darin Mahoney

Prescott Summer Concert Series

Leza Lachapelle Dandos of Leza Live on KYCA

103.5 FM

KDDL

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Leza Lachapelle Dandos

Yavapai County’s Best Radio Personality

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Denny's

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Whiskey River Tavern

Colt Grill BBQ & Spirits

Prescott Pines Inn

El Paraiso Mexican-Italian Restaurant

Jen's 7th Ave. Cafe

Salt & Pepper Cafe

Prescott Junction Restaurant

Red White and Brew

Whiskey River Tavern

Eurasia

Wild Iris Coffeehouse & Bakery

Park Plaza Liquor & Deli

Lyzzard's Lounge

Outlaw Donuts, Inc.

Gringo's Taco Shop

Whiskey River Tavern

Chick-fil-A

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LazyG Brewhouse

Whiskey River Tavern

Taj Mahal Restaurant

El Paraiso Mexican-Italian Restaurant

Fujiyama Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar

El Paraiso Mexican-Italian Restaurant

Whiskey River Tavern

LazyG Brewhouse

Bill's Pizza

Essence Kitchen + Bar

El Paraiso Mexican-Italian Restaurant

Broken Horn D Ranch

Pudge and Asti's Sports Grill

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El Paraiso Mexican-Italian Restaurant

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Watters Garden Center

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PETS Bestof

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Sherry’s Zen Garden

Olsen's Grain

Elite K9 Training Ranch

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Visit www.prescott-now.com/2024-best-of-yavapai for

laurie@roxco.com

EVENTS CALENDAR

April 13th

Prescott Farmers Market

YRMC Miller Valley Parking Lot

7:30 AM-12:00 PM

The market hosts local farmers, ranchers, food vendors and craft vendors each week. Find fresh specialty produce, meat, eggs, bread, baked goods, delicious ready-to-eat foods and more. Accepts cash, credit, debit and double EBT/SNAP benefits! Pets are not allowed at the market but service animals are always welcome.

928.713.1227

www.prescottfarmersmarket.org

Wilderness First Aid Course

Highlands Center for Natural History Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course will be held on Sat. 4/13 and Sun. 4/14 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day. Course fee is $325. This fastpaced, hands-on training is designed to meet the needs of trip leaders, camp staff, outdoor enthusiasts and individuals working in remote locations. See website for course details and registration.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

Discover Native History & Culture

Museum of Indigenous People

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

928.445.1230

www.museumofindigenouspeople.org

Caldecott Books and Art for Kids

Prescott Public Library

11:00 AM-11:30 AM

Blending art with award-winning children’s books, this program introduces budding young artists to the wonderful world of illustrations. This month, learn about “Seven Blind Mice” written and illustrated by Ed Young. Registration is required. For children grades K-2.

928.777.1500

www.prescottlibrary.info

April 13th

Breakfast with the Lynx Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

Includes a light breakfast in front of the spotlight animal, a special animal feeding and keeper talk and an animal activity for the kids. The spotlight this month is on the lynx. It is the best way to learn more and feel closer to your favorite sanctuary residents! Breakfasts run from 9:00 to 10:30 AM on Saturday mornings. After breakfast, you’re welcome to roam the park at your leisure. RSVP. 928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

April 13th

Living History Adventure

Sharlot Hall Museum

10:00 AM-3:00 PM

What was daily life on the Arizona frontier like? Step into the past as Living History interpreters demonstrate historic livelihoods and discover how life was for territorial Prescottonians. The Living History Adventure is held the second Saturday of the month, April-October. With a different theme each month, fun and supplemental hands-on activities for families make sure that all visitors can connect with history. Included with general admission to the museum.

928.445.3122

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

April 13th

Prescott Computer Society MeetingUtility Apps for PCs Online Event via Zoom 1:00 PM

The Prescott Computer Society is a group of PC users who meet two times a month on Saturdays at 1:00 PM via Zoom. Participants must register to receive Zoom connection information at www.PCS4ME.com. The topic for this week’s presentation is “Utility Apps for PCs,” presented by Judy Taylour. PCS meetings are available to anyone, including nonmembers, who wish to join us online. www.pcs4me.com

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STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL CLARITY & FOCUS?

WHAT IS

NEUROFEEDBACK TRAINING?

Neurofeedback training, also known as EEG biofeedback, is a cutting-edge technique that optimizes brain function. It is a non-invasive, drug-free approach that helps individuals enhance their cognitive abilities, emotional well-being, and overall brain health.

Dr. Kimberly Crooks, PSYD

Call to Artists: 5th Annual Plein Air Festival

submitted by Yavapai College

Calling all artists! Yavapai College’s Prescott Campus Art Gallery announces that submissions are now open for Art in the Pines: The Fifth Annual Prescott Plein Air Festival. Plein air painters from everywhere are encouraged to bring themselves and their works to Prescott and paint the pine forests, boulder-lined highland lakes and historic architecture.

Submissions for the Plein Air Festival close April 5.

The Plein Air Festival celebrates Prescott’s gorgeous vistas, compelling history and architectural beauty, as artists create amazing works on the trailheads and scenic byways of the Prescott area during the festival.

The Festival runs October 9-13, with a reception and sale at YC’s Prescott Campus Gallery in the Jim and Linda Lee Performing

Arts Center on October 13 from 1:30 to 4:00 PM. Artists will receive 50 percent of sales of paintings completed during the Festival. The Best of Show winner will be awarded $1,000 and a solo exhibition at the Yavapai College Patty McMullen-Mikles Gallery in Clarkdale.

This year’s Plein Air Festival judges will be artists Bill Cramer and Dawn Sutherland.

The artist application fee is $35. Plein Air artists may apply via the Yavapai College Prescott Art Gallery’s Submittable Page, at: https://yavapaicollegeartgallery. submittable.com/submit

The submissions will be juried, and 20 artists accepted for the festival. Artists will be notified of acceptance between April 12 and 15. Each accepted artist must donate a signature painting to be

included in a pre-festival charity auction to benefit scholarships and student art prizes at Yavapai College. The auction will take place from Sept. 15th – Oct. 9th. Donated paintings not sold at auction will become part of Yavapai College’s permanent art collection. Festival staff will arrange pick-up days for donated paintings in Phoenix, Sedona and Flagstaff.

For further information on the submissions process, or Art in the Pines: The Fifth Annual Prescott Plein Air Festival, please contact Yavapai College Prescott Art Gallery Manager Tim Hull at: Timothy.Hull@ yc.edu or call 928.776.2031.

Submissions close April 5 for participating artists and their works.

Total Sales Surge as Prices Change

The number of homes listed during February in the Quad Cities increased by 13.5% year-over-year, according to the housing market report released by the Prescott Area Association of REALTORS®.

Last month, 286 homes were listed for sale compared to 252 in February 2023. Across the Quad Cities, the number of new listings increased in each area except Dewey-Humboldt, which experienced a 4.2% decrease in February compared to 2023.

The amount of active inventory in the Quad Cities has continued to rise at an impressive rate with the influx of new listings. The area experienced a 32.1% increase in active inventory year-over-year, with substantial rises in each of the four areas. Chino Valley saw the greatest increase at 47% with 97 active listings this February compared to 66 in 2023.

The median number of days on market for listings in the Quad Cities during February was 56 days, a 36.6% increase year-over-year. Despite an overall positive change in the median number of days on market in the four cities as a whole, only Prescott saw an individual increase while Prescott Valley, Dewey-Humboldt and Chino Valley saw decreases. Prescott experienced an astounding 156.7% increase in the median number of days on market for listings, sitting at 77 days last month.

The median sales price of homes in the Quad Cities rose by 3.1% year-overyear, with only one city contributing to the overall increase. Prescott experienced a 20.4% increase in the median sales price of homes, while the other three cities all saw noticeable decreases. The median sales price dropped the most in Dewey-Humboldt, decreasing

24.4% and settling at $310,000. Chino Valley and Prescott Valley both experienced reductions of 7.7% and 3.7%, respectively, with the median sales price sitting at $360,000 in Chino Valley and $438,200 in Prescott Valley.

The highest median sales price of all the cities was $589,000 in Prescott. The median sales price in February for all of the Quad Cities was $469,185.

“The housing market has started to take off with an upswing of sales in February across the Quad Cities,” said Jeanelle Shearer, PAAR’s 2024 President. “A larger supply of homes

paired with lower prices increases the likelihood of buyers finding a house they love, and can also afford. Potential buyers will continue to enter the market as they see affordable homes becoming more readily available.”

Editor’s Note: All data is compiled from the Multiple Listing Service of the Prescott Area Association of REALTORS®and includes single-family, manufactured, mobile, modular, condos, and townhouse residential activity in Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, and Dewey-Humboldt.

EVENTS CALENDAR

April 13th

Dewey-Humboldt Days

Main Street - Dewey-Humboldt Takes place on Main Street from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Free admission. Activities include a petting zoo, cookie walk, cornhole, games and educational displays. Food vendors and face painting. Come out and support this local community festival! www.dhaz.gov

Paint N’ Pinot at Winey Cats in Chino Valley 1:00 PM

Paint N’ Pinot with Old Soul Creatives & Curiosities. This month’s theme is “Pop Art Pet Portrait.” Another session is scheduled for May 10. Tickets available at www.oldsoulprescott. com. Winey Cats’ 2024 summer concert series will begin in May — check website for details.

928.515.3714

www.wineycats.com

Live Music at Mogollon Vineyards in Dewey

Live music on weekends from 2:005:00 PM: Sat. 4/13 Billy Bond, Sun. 4/14 Ron Barnes. Mogollon Vineyards is located at 2430 Hwy. 69 in Dewey. See website for additional events. 928.243.8387

www.mogollonvineyards.com

Stand by Me Afternoon TeaPrescott Area Shelter Services

The Center

Please join us for our 14th annual tea event Saturday, April 13 from 2:004:30 PM at The Center on Rosser! This is a fundraiser for Prescott Area Shelter Services, an emergency shelter for women and women with children and transitional housing for single women and full families. Tickets available on website. 928.778.5933

www.prescottshelters.org

YC Performing Arts Dept. presents “Light Beyond Shadow”`

Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center 3:00 PM

Master Chorale performance of Haydn’s “Lord Nelson Mass” by YC Performing Arts Dept. students. Tickets $15 for adults and $5 for youth 18-under. 928.776.2000

www.ycpac.com

April 13th

Concert at The Federal:

Joey Harkum - The Art of Revenge

The Federal

7:00 PM

Get ready for an unforgettable night in downtown Prescott! Joey Harkum brings his poignant music to The Federal on Saturday, April 13. Joined by Alific featuring Man of the Forests on the violin. Tickets available on Eventbrite. The Federal music venue is located at 101 W. Goodwin St. www.eventbrite.com

Anthony Hernandez: Illusions (Magic Show)

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Get ready to go on an exciting magical adventure with Dawn and Anthony. This magical duo will take you on a fantastic, comedy-filled interactive journey. Prepare to be inspired by the intimacy of close-up magic and the thrill and excitement of large-scale illusions that will bring you to your feet. Moments of awe, moments of wonder and moments that will touch your heart await!

928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

A Jazz Journey at The Elks: Saxophilia 2

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Join us for the next concert in our series of jazz music exploration as we celebrate the saxophone! No instrument is more synonymous with the sound of jazz than the rich, raspy tenor of the saxophone. Dave Russell, Chris Counelis, and Tony Vacca will join Mike Vax and musicians from around Arizona to present this evening that will include not only the music but historical facts and anecdotes about the music and the musicians who have performed America’s true art form for over 100 years.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

April 14th

Prescott Valley Community Market

Prescott Valley Town Center 10:00 AM-3:00 PM

New location in Prescott Valley Town Center, 2991 Park Ave. The Artisan & Maker Market features food, artisans, crafters and local merchants. Free admission.

928.273.9767

www.facebook.com/AZPVCM

“Miss Darling of the Dells” Vintage Pin-Up Pageant

The Grand Highland Hotel 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

1st annual event will take place at The Grand Highland Hotel in downtown Prescott. Family-friendly event is open to the public. $5 cover charge at the door. Music by Well Dressed Wolves. Raffles for prizes. Food vendors. Face painting. Photo booth trailer from Vintage Photo Co. Cash bar. Event is hosted by Sarah Seisinger Photography. www.missdarlingofthedells.com

Sunday Blues Jam at the Windsock Lounge

Blues Jam hosted by the Scott O’Neal Band or Elvin Killerbee every Sunday from 2:00-6:00 PM. Live music every Fri. & Sat. night from 7:00-11:00 PM - Fri. 4/12 Arizona Hired Guns (Tom McMillan), Sat. 4/13 Chuck Hall. The Windsock also has STEFnROCK every Tue. from 5:00-8:00 PM, Travis Crow & Colton Burris on Wed. at 6:00 PM, and the Aragon Ping Band every Thu. 6:00-9:00 PM.

928.776.7309

www.thewindsocklounge.net

Coffeehouse Concert:

Walt Richardson

Prescott Public Library

2:00 PM-3:30 PM

Walt Richardson is an Arizona music legend and his music is filled with heart, life lessons and poetic lyrics. On his 60th birthday he was inducted into Arizona’s Music Hall of Fame. Walt believes that music is a means of healing for humanity. His performances are filled with positive energy and grace.

928.777.1500

www.prescottlibrary.info

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Northern Arizona Wranglers

2024 Home Game Schedule

Findlay Toyota Center

Sat., March 16th

6:05 PM vs Arizona Rattlers

Sat., March 30th

6:05 PM vs Tucson Sugar Skulls

Sat., April 20th

6:05 PM vs Duke City Gladiators

Sat., May 11th

6:05 PM vs Bay Area Panthers

Sat., May 25th

6:05 PM vs Tucson Sugar Skulls

Sun., June 23rd

3:05 PM vs San Antonio Gunslingers

Sat., June 29th

6:05 PM vs San Diego Strike Force

Sat., July 13th

6:05 PM vs Vegas Knight Hawks

For more information visit www.nazwranglers.com.

Photo by Blushing Cactus Photography

LITTLE GRANITE MOUNTAIN TRAIL NO. 37

This trail can be traveled as an outand-back line for a total of about 8.5 miles, but many users take advantage of the others it intersects with to create a loop of about 10 miles that showcases a variety of landscapes.

After hiking the first mile in on No. 37, many recommend continuing on that trail until reaching No. 261 and turning right to continue the

loop, with the climb to the top of Granite Mountain an add-on for those prepared for it.

Trail No. 261 crosses several small streambeds before reaching a stand of tall pines that block some of the surrounding views but provide some welcome shade. After a little less than 2 miles you’ll reach another junction with Trail No. 40, which features boulders and woods as you climb back up to its junction

with No. 37 before descending the same mile that started the loop.

To reach the trailhead take Iron Springs Road through Prescott; about 3 miles past Granite Basin Road you will see it on your right.

Parking fees: None

Uses: Hiking, biking, equestrian

Distance: 4.2 miles (one way)

Level of difficulty: Moderate

Elevation: 5,976 feet to 6,557 feet

Sunny Side LITTLE GRANITE MOUNTAIN TRAIL TAKES THE

When you’re looking for a sunny winter hike on a trail that might get a little too sunny in the summer, give the Little Granite Mountain Trail (No. 37 in the Prescott National Forest’s inventory) a chance.

It takes you past some spectacular boulders, rock formations and vistas on the western slope of the mountain while connecting with with several trails offering forays into woodsier, more lush terrain on the east side.

Beginning your trek at the trailhead at its southern end, just off Iron Springs Road, you take a gradual climb past shrubs and cactuses mixed with low-rise to mid-size junipers and pines. This is where you encounter some of the most impressive and improbable boulders you’ll find in the Prescott area, some sprouting like trees out of the ground.

After approximately a mile you reach the highest point in the trail and the junction with the Clark Spring Trail 40, which will be on the right. Continue straight to stay on No. 37 and follow the southwestern rim of the Granite Mountain Wilderness.

You’ll see rock-strewn hillsides and find plenty of boulders you might want to scramble on if you’re so inclined, but it’s best to stay on the trail. You’ll see peaks all around you, including Granite and Little Granite Mountain in the immediate east and north, Sugarloaf Mountain in the southwest and the Sierra Prietas to the south.

You’re likely to see a wide range of wildlife from snakes and other

reptiles to rock squirrels and at the least evidence of larger mammals traveling through the area.

Trail No. 37 ends at Blair Pass as it meets Granite Mountain Trail No. 261 — if you keep going straight on 261, after a steep ascent you’ll reach the summit of Granite Mountain. Note that you’ll be entering the wilderness area, which prohibits bicycles along with motorized vehicles.

Photo

B ob Shanks

Map courtesy City of

Prescott

EVENTS CALENDAR

April 14th

AZ Wordsmith Presents: Stories That Matter

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

3:00 PM

Presented by AZ Wordsmith and the Elks Performing Arts Center. The goal is to encourage and promote the artistry of true stories told before a live audience, creating an intimate and enriching experience for the storyteller and audience. This event will feature individuals who will share their personal, true and original stories. As this is an unscripted presentation, please be advised there may be mature language and subject matter.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Central Arizona Concert Band

ERAU Davis Learning Center Auditorium

3:00 PM

Bring your friends and family for an afternoon of great symphonic band music. Tickets are available at the door. $12/adults and $5/students. Located at 3700 Willow Creek Rd. in Prescott. Final concert of the season. www.centralarizonaconcertband.com

April 15th

Margot Fonteyn Academy of Ballet Classes

The Academy offers a wide variety of workshops, courses and certification programs. See website for details. Located at 300 E. Gurley St. in downtown Prescott. 928.445.5400 www.mfab.org

April 16th

Explore Prescott’s History

Sharlot Hall Museum

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

April 14th

Farm to Table Dinner

Mortimer Farms

4:00 PM-7:00 PM

Are you looking for a fun date night or a night out with friends and family? Look no further — this event highlights farm-to-table food and Mortimer Farms’ beautiful farm scenery! The meals are prepared by our farm chefs with ingredients grown and raised at Mortimer Farms. An authentic farm-to-table experience. 928.830.1116

www.mortimerfarmsaz.com

April 16th

Pastel Workshop at the Phippen Museum

10:00 AM-2:00 PM

The Phippen Museum offers pastel classes with Don Rantz for both beginner and experienced artists. They are held on Tue. and Wed. from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. New students start on the first Wed. of every month. Call 928.778.1385 to enroll. Cost is $35 per session.

928.778.1385

www.phippenartmuseum.org

April 16th

Social Dance to Live Music! Social Dance Club - Prescott

4:30 PM-9:30 PM

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EVENTS CALENDAR

April 16th

Movie Nights & Live Music

at the Raven Cafe

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Movie night every Tuesday. See website for the April live music schedule. Located at 142 N. Cortez St. in Prescott. 928.717.0009 www.ravencafe.com

Veterans Appreciation Tuesdays

Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos celebrate veterans and active-duty military Gold Rush Club members every Tuesday! Veterans receive 3X points, $10 Gold Rewards, and a $10 food comp. Also receive a complimentary entry into the endof-month veterans drawing for $100 cash. Let’s Play, Preskitt! 928.776.5696

www.buckyscasino.com

April 17th

Visit the Zoo!

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

Nature Talk: The Wild Sky Islands Highlands Center for Natural History 12:30 PM-2:00 PM

Nature talk presented by Ken Lamberton. Community Nature Study Series presentation on “The Wild Sky Islands.” He will provide an intimate view in words and images of one of the world’s most exotic places right here in Arizona. The Arizona Master Naturalist Central Highlands Chapter will be hosting this event. Suggested $10 donation.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

April 18th

Gardening Talk:

Attracting Pollinators to Your Garden Highlands Center for Natural History

10:00 AM-11:30 AM

Lesley Alward, a Yavapai County Master Gardener emeritus, avid gardener and garden designer, will share the recipe for creating a welcoming habitat garden rich with pollinators. Suggested $10 donation. Sign up online.

928.776.9550

www.highlandscenter.org

Explore Prescott’s Western Heritage Western Heritage Center

10:00 AM-5:00 PM

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

Bronzesmith Foundry Tour

928.772.2378 www.bronzesmith.com

Grand Opening of Daltile Statements Showroom at Prescott Flooring Brokers

12:00 PM-4:00 PM

Come on down to tour our brand new Daltile Statements showroom! Up to 30% less on all Daltile, Merazzi and American Olean tile. Public and contractors welcome. Located at 401 W. Goodwin St. in Prescott. 928.445.2544

www.prescottflooringbrokers.com

April 18th

Gardening Talks: Pollinators Prescott Public Library 4:30 PM-6:00 PM

Presented by Laurin Pause from the Yavapai Master Gardeners. Learn about pollinators in our gardens and yards. There are over 1,100 native species of bees in Arizona — with lifestyles that are very different from honeybees — in addition to other types of pollinators. Understanding them can help us find ways to tweak our garden, landscaping and farming practices to be more inclusive and supportive of our native bees.

928.777.1500

www.prescottlibrary.info

Live Music at the Back Alley Wine Bar: STEFnROCK 5:00 PM-8:00 PM

Singer-songwriter Open Mic every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM, hosted by Andrew Deering. Live music: Thu. 4/18 STEFnROCK 5:00-8:00 PM, Fri. 4/19 Aragon Smith 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat. 4/20 CheekTones Trio 6:30-9:30 PM, Sun. 4/21 Sunday Funday with the Aragon Ping Band 3:00-6:00 PM. See website for live music updates. Located at 156 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. 480.570.5131 www.backalleywine.com

Live Theater: “The Lion King Jr.” Suze’s Prescott Center for the Arts 7:00 PM

www.prescottartcenter.org

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EVENTS CALENDAR

April 18th

Comedy Night with The Virzi Triplets

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

7:00 PM

Presented by Jester Comedy and Under the Elk Productions. Alex, Mitchell, and Sean Virzi are identical triplets and stand-up comedians born and raised in Los Angeles. Their energetic comedy has been featured on Netflix’s #1 show “Floor is Lava,” “America’s Got Talent,” ABC’s “The Gong Show,” TBS’ “Angie Tribeca” and Hulu. The show will also include local comedian Matt Santos. 928.756.2844 www.prescottelkstheatre.org

April 19th

Yavapai Humane Society Vaccine Clinic

2989 Centerpointe East Dr. in Prescott

Vaccine clinic every Friday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 2989 Centerpointe East Dr. Cats $60 (3 vaccines), dogs $75 (4 vaccines). Individual vaccines are available.

www.yavapaihumane.org

Third Friday Chamber Music at the Prescott Public Library

3:00 PM-4:00 PM

Enjoy music by local chamber players and special guests at the Third Friday Chamber Music Series. Free admission with limited seating. Arrive early. Check website calendar for program notes.

928.777.1500

www.prescottlibrary.info

Live Music at

The Cellar at Creekside Lodge

Live music at The Cellar: Fri. 4/19

Sasquatch Fur Co. 6:00-9:00 PM, Sat. 4/20 Bradshaw Brothers 6:009:00 PM. Creekside Lodge & Cabins is located at 11255 AZ-69 in Mayer. See website for the April live music schedule.

928.632.0777

www.creeksidelodgeandcabinsaz.com

April 19th

Community Health Fair

Chino Valley High School Gymnasium

11:30 AM-6:00 PM

Free to attend the Community Health Fair. Includes mammogram screenings, health screenings, vision and auditory screenings and HIV/ Hepatitis C screenings. Professionals will be available to talk about mental health resources, children’s services, health insurance assistance, and more. Vitalant Blood Mobile will be onsite. Registration is required for mammogram screenings. See website for health fair info. 928.445.5211

www.polarahealth.com

April 19th

Prescott Valley Performing Arts Presents: “Clue - The Musical” Main Street Theatre

7:00 PM

This internationally popular game is now a fun-filled musical that brings the world’s best known suspects to life and invites the audience to help solve the mystery: who killed Mr. Body, in what room, and with what weapon. The audience receives forms to help them deduce the solution from clues given throughout the fun-filled performance. Eight performances from April 19-28 at the Main Street Theatre in Prescott Valley. Tickets available online. 928.436.8340

www.pvperformingarts.weebly.com

April 19th

Friday Night Barn Dance

Mortimer Farms

6:00 PM-10:00 PM

www.mortimerfarmsaz.com/ BarnDance

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From chasing 1880s bank robbers in Wild West Heist to walking the plank in Pirates Treasure Adventure, our rides cater to all enthusiasts of FUN! Help our resident time traveler in Time Trap Escape, stop a mad scientist in HIjacked by Science or even hunt for real ghosts in Ghost Riders!

EVENTS CALENDAR

April 19th

Blonde AmbitionThe Madonna Tribute Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center 7:00 PM

The ultimate tribute to the Queen of Pop, Blonde Ambition perfectly captures the look, sound and distinctive style of Madonna in a fun, energetic, and highly entertaining show. 928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Prescott Chorale:

The Genius of Puccini St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Two performances: Fri. 4/19 at 7:00 PM and Sat. 4/20 at 2:00 PM. Prescott Chorale will perform the vibrant Messa a quattro voci (Messa di Gloria). Young Puccini composed the Mass as his graduation exercise from the Istituto Musicale Pacini. Come enjoy a rare experience as the exceptional singers of your Prescott Chorale present the operatic genius of the Master of Melodrama, Giacoma Puccini. Tickets available online.

www.prescottchorale.com

Karaoke with Matt & Allie at Cooper’s Pub

8:00 PM-11:00 PM Located at 4499 AZ-69 in Prescott at the La Quinta Inn & Suites. Karaoke every Friday night. Check Matt & Allies Karaoke Facebook page for more karaoke events in Prescott and Prescott Valley. 928.227.8772 www.facebook.com/CoopersPubAZ

Live Music at the Whiskey River Tavern - Austin Sweeney Band

8:00 PM-11:30 PM

Live music: Fri. 4/19 Austin Sweeney Band 8:00-11:30 PM, Sat. 4/20 Llory McDonald band 1:00-5:00 PM and Trippin’ Laces by Jimmy Newquest from 8:30-11:30 PM, Sun. 4/21 Truly Wreckless 1:00-5:00 PM, Tue. 4/23 Line dance lessons 6:00-8:00 PM and open dance from 8:00-10:00 PM, Wed. 4/24 Justin Hitson 6:30-9:30 PM, Thu. 4/25 Darin & Deering 6:309:30 PM. See website for the April live music schedule. 214 S. Montezuma St. in Prescott. 928.237.5817 www.whiskeyrivertavern.com

April 19th

KC & the Moonshine Band at Matt’s Saloon

Located at 112 S. Montezuma St. on Whiskey Row. Matt’s Saloon has live music Fri. & Sat. from 8:30 PM to 1:00 AM, Trivia Night on Mon. starting at 8:00 PM, Karaoke Night every Wed. and Sun. 7:00 PM-12:00 AM. Thu.: Line dance lessons 6:00-8:00 PM, country DJ from 7:00-10:00 PM and hip hop/ Top 40 DJ from 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM. April live music: Fri. 4/5 & Sat. 4/6 KC and The Moonshine Band, Fri. 4/12 Western Fusion, Sat. 4/13 Band TBA, Fri. 4/19 & Sat. 4/20 Western Fusion, Fri. 4/26 & Sat. 4/27 KC and The Moonshine Band, Fri. 5/3 & Sat. 5/4

Silver Sage.

928.771.8788

www.mattssaloon.com

Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Prescott

928.445.2000 www.prescott.org

April 20th

Prescott Farmers Market

YRMC Miller Valley Parking Lot

7:30 AM-12:00 PM

928.713.1227

www.prescottfarmersmarket.org

April 20th

Prescott Hamfest

Granville Elementary SchoolPrescott Valley

8:00 AM-12:00 PM

The Yavapai Amateur Radio Club (YARC) and the Amateur Radio Council of Arizona (ARCA) will be co-sponsoring this year’s Prescott Hamfest. There will be ham equipment swaps & sales, a grand prize raffle, hourly prize drawings & satellite communication demonstrations. General admission is $5.00 per person but full-time students (with student ID) and those 16 years of age or younger will be admitted free. Location is 5250 Stover Dr. in Prescott Valley.

954.224.2563

www.prescotthamfest.com

Garden Class: New Flower Introductions for 2024 Watters Garden Center

9:30 AM-10:30 AM

Free garden class at Watters Garden Center, located at 1815 Iron Springs Rd. in Prescott. It was a long mountain winter, and we’re all ready for color in the garden! Choose, combine and create beds bursting with blossoms with exclusive new annual and perennial flowers in an array of vibrant varieties.

928.445.4159

www.wattersgardencenter.com/ classes

2024 Badges & Bobbers -

Town of Prescott Valley

8:00 AM-12:00 PM

Prescott Valley Police Department is sponsoring its annual Badges and Bobbers fishing event on Sat. 4/20 at Fain Park, 2200 N. 5th St., Prescott Valley. This event is free to all attendees. See website for event details.

928.759.3090

www.prescottvalley-az.gov/ 1007/Badges-and-Bobbers

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Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

928.308.0412

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FINANCIAL ADVISOR

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LANDSCAPING

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928.848.8025 www.manzanitalandscapinginc.com

PERFORMING ARTS

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Prescott, AZ 86304

928.830.3991 www.prescottchorale.com

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DISPOSAL/RECYCLING

WM of Arizona

2671 N. Lake Valley Rd. Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

800.796.9696

www.wm.com

PLASMA

PLASMA FIBROBLAST

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April 20th

12th Annual Cruise-In for the Veterans Car Show Heights Church - Prescott

9:00 AM-3:00 PM

Show support for your veterans at the 12th annual Cruise-In for the Veterans Car Show! All proceeds go to local veterans groups. Over 400 classic vehicles displayed. Food, silent auction, 50-50 drawing, 200+ raffle prizes. Music and vendors. Free spectator admission. Takes place in the parking lot of Heights Church in Prescott, located at 2121 E. Larry Caldwell Drive. www.cruise4vets.com

April 20th

Behind the Scenes

Photography Tour at the Zoo

9:00 AM-10:30 AM

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary

You will tour the zoo for a special look at some of your favorite animals with one of our zoo keepers. They will provide special access to give you those once-in-a-lifetime photos. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to take your lens truly behind the scenes! 928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

April 20th

YRMC Breastfeeding Works In-Person Class Yavapai Regional Medical Center East - Prescott Valley 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

A YRMC lactation consultant teaches new moms how to have a successful, rewarding breastfeeding experience. After your baby is born the class provides support and friendship with other breastfeeding moms. Free class — registration required. See website for details. Class is held in Prescott Valley. 928.442.8800

www.yrmchealthconnect.org/ calendar

April 20th

2024 Chalk It Up! Prescott

Hosted by The Launch Pad. Free event takes place on Sat. 4/20 and Sun. 4/21 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day. A family-friendly, community event. Come and see all the colorful chalk art made on the pavement of the City of Prescott parking lot located at 201 N. Montezuma St. 928.227.0758

www.facebook.com/ chalkitupprescott

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Photos by Daryl Weisser

Northern Arizona Roller Derby

Northern Arizona Roller Derby season kicked off on Feb. 24 with a clash between The Sleepy Sloths and the Hibernating Bears, marking the league’s first home bout of the year. For more information visit www.northernazrollerderby.com.

Photos by D aryl Weisser

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April 20th

Discover Native History & Culture

Museum of Indigenous People

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

928.445.1230

www.museumofindigenouspeople.org

Live Music at Mogollon Vineyards in Dewey

Live Music on weekends from 2:005:00 PM: Sat. 4/20 Mood Swing, Sun. 4/21 Wheelhouse Trio. Mogollon Vineyards is located at 2430 Hwy. 69 in Dewey. See website for additional events.

928.243.8387

www.mogollonvineyards.com

Western Heritage Center3rd Annual Casino Night

Prescott Elks Crystal Ballroom

5:00 PM-9:30 PM

Join us for a night of food, fun and games at the 3rd annual Casino Night. It will be held at the Prescott Elks Crystal Ballroom. Games will include roulette, craps, and blackjack. There will be a silent auction, faro demonstration, and light appetizers and dessert will be served. Tickets available at the Western Heritage Center for $50 or $60 at the door. 928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

2024 Saddle & Buckle Series

Olsen’s Chino Valley Arena

5:30 PM

First event of the season takes place on Sat. 4/20. There will be 8 event classes, from PeeWee Poles to Senior 4D Barrels. Buckles and other great prizes. Open arena from 4:00-5:00 PM and race begins at 5:30 PM. Entry fee $10/horse. Other dates in the series are May 11, June 15, July 13, Aug. 10, and Sept. 13. Enter on www. saddlebook.com.

928.636.2321

www.olsensgrain.com/ olsens-arena-events

April 20th

Met Opera in HD (Satellite Series) - “La Rondine”

Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center 9:55 AM

Presented via satellite from the Met in New York. Puccini’s bittersweet love story makes a rare Met appearance, with soprano Angel Blue starring as the French courtesan Magda, opposite tenor Jonathan Tetelman in his highly anticipated company debut as Ruggero, an idealistic young man who offers her an alternative to her life of excess. Tickets are $24 ($20 for seniors).

928.776.2000

www.ycpac.com/online/article/metoperalive

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April 20th

NAZ Wranglers vs. Duke City Gladiators

Findlay Toyota Center

6:05 PM

The Northern Arizona Wranglers play in the Indoor Football League, and home games are at Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley. Tickets available at the arena box office, by phone at 928.772.1819 ext 6060 or through Ticketmaster. 928.772.1819 www.nazwranglers.com

April 20th

Ronnie DeBenedetta Dance at The Center - Prescott

6:30 PM-10:00 PM

Monthly Dance Night: Dance lesson from 6:30-7:15 PM and dancing from 7:15-10:00 PM. Cost is $15 per person. See the calendar for dance lessons offered in April.

928.778.3000

www.thecenteronrosser.org

Legends of Guitar - Anthony Mazzella

Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center 7:00 PM

Legends Of Guitar is a tribute show to famous guitar players and their music. The show features world-renowned guitar virtuoso Anthony Mazzella who plays it all live. Legendary guitarists whose music is featured in the show are Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana, Jimi Page, The Edge (U2), Pete Townshend, and many more! Anthony Mazzella performed at the Elks Theatre in 2023 and is returning with an all-new set list and material. 928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

April 20th

Classical Favorites - Two Pianos

Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center 7:00 PM

Two performances: Sat. 4/20 and Sun. 4/21. Join us onstage in a cabaret setting for an evening for beautiful duo piano music, performed by our own Craig John Ralston and his talented student, Ezra Hawthorne. Ticket includes desserts and coffee; cash wine bar available.

928.776.2000

www.ycpac.com

April 21st

Prescott Valley Community Market Prescott Valley Town Center

10:00 AM-3:00 PM

New location in Prescott Valley Town Center, 2991 Park Ave. The Artisan & Maker Market features food, artisans, crafters, and local merchants. Free admission.

928.273.9767

www.facebook.com/AZPVCM

April 21st

Sunday Blues Jam at the Windsock Lounge

Blues Jam hosted by the Scott O’Neal Band or Elvin Killerbee every Sunday from 2:00-6:00 PM. Live music every Fri. & Sat. night from 7:00-11:00 PM - Fri. 4/19 and Sat. 4/20 Tyller Gummersall. The Windsock also has STEFnROCK every Tue. from 5:008:00 PM, Travis Crow & Colton Burris on Wed. at 6:00 PM, and the Aragon Ping Band every Thu. 6:00-9:00 PM. 928.776.7309

www.thewindsocklounge.net

Live Theater: “The Lion King Jr.”

Suze’s Prescott Center for the Arts 2:00 PM

928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

April 22nd

Prescott Art DocentsMonday Art Talk

10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Takes place in the Artist Lounge at Suze’s Prescott Center for the Arts. Patricia Castile presents “What a Woman Can Do: The Art & Life of Artemisia.”

928.445.6506

www.prescottartdocents.net

April 23rd

Explore Prescott’s History

Sharlot Hall Museum

www.sharlothallmuseum.org

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Photo by Blushing Cactus Photography

PRESCOTT ANTIQUES

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April 23rd

Social Dance to Live Music!

Social Dance Club - Prescott

4:30 PM-9:30 PM

Movie Nights & Live Music at the Raven Cafe

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Movie night every Tuesday. Live music: Sun. 4/28 Michael Jaramillo plays jazz guitar during Sunday brunch 11:00 AM-2:00 PM. See website for the April live music schedule. Located at 142 N. Cortez St. in Prescott. 928.717.0009 www.ravencafe.com

April 24th

Visit the Zoo!

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary Located at 1403 Heritage Park Rd. in Prescott and open daily from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The HPZS is celebrating 35 years as a nonprofit wildlife sanctuary dedicated to the conservation and protection of native and exotic animals. The zoo offers educational opportunities and special events throughout the year. April 27 is Community Appreciation Day with free admission. 928.778.4242 www.heritageparkzoo.org

The Bee’s Knees Dance Classes Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center 5:30 PM

The Bee’s Knees offers classes on Wed. evenings in April: Country Swing Beyond Basics (6:00 PM) and East Coast Swing Fundamentals and More (7:00 PM). They will take place on April 3, 10, and 24. There will be Line Dancing classes on April 12. See website for class cost and registration info. Classes take place the Elks Performing Arts Center in Prescott. 928.899.3618 www.thebeeskneesdanceprescott.com

April 24th

ZZ Top: In Concert at Findlay Toyota Center 7:00 PM

Legendary rock band ZZ Top is set to bring their electrifying Elevation Tour to Findlay Toyota Center on April 24. Fans of the iconic group can expect a night filled with classic hits as ZZ Top continues to showcase their unique blend of blues and rock. Known for their powerful performances and distinctive sound, the band promises to deliver an unforgettable experience. The Black Moods will open the show.

928.772.1819

www.findlaytoyotacenter.com

April 24th

WHC Talk: How American Cowboys Learned from the Vaqueros Western Heritage Center 6:00 PM-7:30 PM

Local horse whisperer Lee Anderson of Chino Valley will be dressed as an authentic vaquero for his presentation. Lee is well known throughout Arizona for his living history portrayals of 500 years of Southwest cowboys, especially the early Spanish colonial vaquero culture. Tickets $15 in advance at the WHC or $20 at the door.

928.910.2307 www.visitwhc.org

April

25th

Explore Prescott’s Western Heritage 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

April 25th

Bronzesmith Foundry Tour Bronzesmith Fine Art Foundry & Gallery in Prescott Valley offers foundry tours every Thursday at 11:00 AM. Learn about the lost wax process of bronze casting. Fun and informative! The cost is $20 per person and advance reservations are required. Individuals and small groups are welcome.

928.772.2378 www.bronzesmith.com

Live Theater: “The Lion King Jr.” Suze’s Prescott Center for the Arts 7:00 PM

www.prescottartcenter.org

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April 25th

Live Music at the Back Alley Wine Bar: STEFnROCK

5:00 PM-8:00 PM

Singer-songwriter Open Mic every Tue. from 6:00-9:00 PM, hosted by Andrew Deering. Live music: Thu. 4/25 STEFnROCK 5:00-8:00 PM, Fri. 4/26 Brandi Loves Danny 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat. 4/27 Cactus Farmers

6:30-9:30 PM, Sun. 4/28 Sunday Funday with the Aragon Ping Band 3:00-6:00 PM. See website for live music updates. Located at 156 S. Montezuma St. in downtown Prescott. 480.570.5131 www.backalleywine.com

April 25th

Live Theater:

“Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?”

Suze’s Prescott Center for the Arts

7:30 PM

There will be 8 performances in the Studio Theater from April 25 to May 5. George and Martha, the American theater’s most notoriously dysfunctional couple, have invited the young and naive Nick and Honey over for drinks. What begins as harmless patter escalates to outright marital warfare, with the provincial newcomers caught in the crossfire. 928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

April 26th

4th Friday Art Walk

Downtown Prescott

5:00 PM

Visit the Art Walk website for this month’s participating galleries and venues, along with special events. The 4th Friday Art Walk began in 2004 and is the night to get out and experience Prescott’s visual arts scene! Art Walk gallery guides can be picked up at any of the participating venues or at the Prescott Chamber of Commerce. www.artthe4th.com

April 26th

Live Music at

The Cellar at Creekside Lodge

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

Live music at The Cellar: Fri. 4/26 Sky Daddy and the Lonesome Valley Band 6:00-9:00 PM, Sun. 4/28 Lisa Mitts 6:00-9:00 PM. Creekside Lodge & Cabins is located at 11255 AZ-69 in Mayer. See website for the April live music schedule.

928.632.0777

www.creeksidelodgeandcabinsaz.com

Friday Night Barn Dance

Mortimer Farms

6:00 PM-10:00 PM

www.mortimerfarmsaz.com/ BarnDance

April 26th

“Beyond Our Solar System: Exploring Alien Worlds”

Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium

6:00 PM

Over the past few decades, we have started to discover planets orbiting stars other than our sun. What are these extrasolar worlds like? Is it possible life could exist on these planets and how do we plan to explore them? Three showtimes on Fri. 4/26. The Planetarium is located on the ERAU Prescott campus. See website for tickets and additional programs.

928.777.3422

https://prescott.erau.edu/about/ planetarium

Celebrate International Jazz Day at the Raven Cafe

7:00 PM-10:00 PM

The band includes Dave Henning and Selwyn Reams from Phoenix; Dave Len Scott and Chris Counelis from Sedona and it’s led by Prescott’s own Ted Bouras. Featuring music from international jazz artists Troy Roberts, Lalo Schifrin, Joe Zawinul, Akiko Tsuruga, Niels Lan Doky, Arturo Sandoval and others. No cover. All ages. www.ravencafe.com/raven-events

Prescott Valley Performing Arts

Presents: “Clue - The Musical” Main Street Theatre 7:00 PM

This internationally popular game is now a fun-filled musical that brings the world’s best known suspects to life and invites the audience to help solve the mystery: who killed Mr. Body, in what room, and with what weapon. The audience receives forms to help them deduce the solution from clues given throughout the performance. Eight performances from April 19-28 at the Main Street Theatre in Prescott Valley. Tickets available online.

928.436.8340

www.pvperformingarts.weebly.com

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Photo by Blushing Cactus Photography

N ational Library Week

Once a year during National Library Week, we make a special effort to celebrate libraries, the wonderful staff who work there and the role they play in strengthening communities and transforming lives. This year, National Library Week takes place April 7-13. The first National Library Week was held in 1958 and is a national observance sponsored by the American Library

Association as well as libraries of all types across the country. This year’s theme is “Ready, Set, Library!” This theme promotes the idea that libraries give us the green light to connect with others, learn new skills and much more. No matter where you happen to be on your life’s journey – starting a new career, raising a family or settling into retirement, the library can provide a

Library hours: Sun. 1:00 PM-5:00 PM Mon., Fri., Sat. 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Tues.-Thurs. 9:00 AM-8:00 PM

Visit www.prescottlibrary.info or call 928.777.1500 for more information.

place where everyone is welcome. This month, we invite you to celebrate National Library Week with us at the Prescott Farmer’s Market on Saturday, April 6, where library staff will be sharing information about the library, issuing new library cards, giving out a fun craft-to-go project for adults and we will have a special visit from a costumed character for children, Biscuit the Dog! Biscuit the Dog will also join us for storytimes at the library during the week of April 7-13.

Come explore, become inspired, and connect with your library this National Library Week! We are here for you, from the start all the way to the finish line. For more information about National Library week or other library events and services, visit or call the Ask a Librarian desk at 928.777.1526.

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April 26th

Karaoke with Matt & Allie at Cooper’s Pub

8:00 PM-11:00 PM

www.facebook.com/ CoopersPubAZ

Live Music at the Whiskey River Tavern - Scandalous Hands

8:00 PM-11:30 PM

Live music: Fri. 4/26 Scandalous Hands 8:00-11:30 PM (Bunkhouse) and Well Dressed Wolves 8:00-11:30 PM (Patio), Sat. 4/27 Trey Friddle Band 1:00-5:00 PM Palomino 4:00-7:00 PM (Bunkhouse) and Copperstate Band 8:00-11:30 PM, Sun. 4/28 Dirty Halos 1:00-5:00 PM. See website for the April live music schedule. 214 S. Montezuma St. in Prescott. 928.237.5817

www.whiskeyrivertavern.com

Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Prescott

Whiskey Off-Road Downtown Prescott 12:00 PM-7:00 PM

The Whiskey Off-Road mountain bike event takes place April 26-28. Races start on Prescott’s Whiskey Row and the riders climb into the hills to take on challenging trails in Prescott National Forest and the surrounding area. Includes exciting criterium road races in downtown Prescott on Friday night, a Bike & Gear Expo, beer garden, live music at the Courthouse Plaza, kids’ races and more! www.epicrides.com

April 26th

KC & The Moonshine Band at Matt’s Saloon

8:30 PM-1:00 AM

Located at 112 S. Montezuma St. on Whiskey Row. Matt’s Saloon has live music Fri. & Sat. from 8:30 PM to 1:00 AM, Trivia Night on Mon. starting at 8:00 PM, Karaoke Night every Wed. and Sun. 7:00 PM-12:00 AM. Thu.: Line dance lessons 6:00-8:00 PM, country DJ from 7:00-10:00 PM and hip hop/ Top 40 DJ from 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM. April live music: Fri. 4/5 & Sat. 4/6 KC and The Moonshine Band, Fri. 4/12 Western Fusion, Sat. 4/13 Band TBA, Fri. 4/19 & Sat. 4/20 Western Fusion, Fri. 4/26 & Sat. 4/27 KC and The Moonshine Band, Fri. 5/3 & Sat. 5/4

Silver Sage.

928.771.8788

www.mattssaloon.com

April 27th

Prescott Farmers Market

YRMC Miller Valley Parking Lot

7:30 AM-12:00 PM

928.713.1227

www.prescottfarmersmarket.org

Reiki and Adoptable Animals

Prescott Tractor Supply Co.

9:00 AM-3:00 PM

Meet Earth and Herbs of Prescott to learn Reiki and other ways to relax. Meet adoptable animals from local shelters and rescues. Small business booths and more.

www.facebook.com/events/s/ reki-with-adoptableanimals/253258137796025

Live Music at

Mogollon Vineyards in Dewey

Live music on weekends from 2:005:00 PM: Sat. 4/27 West of Durango, Sun. 4/28 Sasquatch Fur Co. Mogollon Vineyards is located at 2430 AZ-69 in Dewey. See website for additional events.

928.243.8387 www.mogollonvineyards.com

April 27th

Discover Native History & Culture Museum of Indigenous People 10:00 AM-4:00 PM

928.445.1230

www.museumofindigenouspeople.org

Community Appreciation Day

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary 10:00 AM-4:00 PM

Community Appreciation Day is held every spring when Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary offers free admission to all guests as a thank you for the community’s support. Join us for this special day!

928.778.4242 www.heritageparkzoo.org

In Concert: Bruce Cockburn

Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center 7:00 PM

Twelve-time Juno Award winner Bruce Cockburn is one of Canada’s most revered and innovative artists. His music embraces folk, jazz, rock and world music as he sings heartfelt stories of personal exploration, politics and spirituality. Tickets available online, at the PAC ticket office or by phone. 928.776.2000 www.ycpac.com

Whiskey Off-Road

Downtown Prescott

7:00 AM-4:30 PM

The Whiskey Off-Road mountain bike event takes place April 26-28. Saturday is the big race day with the 50 Proof and 25 Proof events starting from Prescott’s Whiskey Row. Come down and watch the waves of mountain bikers at the start line. There will be a Bike & Gear Expo, beer garden, live music at the Courthouse Plaza and more.

www.epicrides.com

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Tom Mix, A Legend in His Own Time

by John Mason Glen, Ph.D., for Western Heritage Foundation

In the late 1930s, when the average salary was around $1,500 per year, cowboy movie star Tom Mix was reportedly earning over $20,000 per week.

Of his nearly 300 films, 65 were made in Prescott in and around Williamson Valley and the Granite Dells, or at his own ranch here, the Bar Circle A, now part of the Yavapai Hills subdivision.

Born in Mix Run, Pennsylvania in 1880, Mix enlisted to fight in the Spanish-American war, and although his unit never went overseas the Fox studio publicist later claimed he had been with Roosevelt’s Rough Riders’ charge up San Juan Hill.

When Mix rode in T.R.’s inaugural parade with a group of Rough Riders, the legend became fact.

Mix broke into the film industry in 1909, did his own stunts in action-

packed westerns, and along with “Tony, the wonder horse,” became Fox’s highest paid star but left after a salary dispute with studio head Joseph P. Kennedy, Sr.

Mix later made nine “talkies” with Universal, but injuries required him to quit filming. His final screen appearance was in a 15-episode serial called The Miracle Rider in 1935. He reportedly earned over $6 million during his career.

However, free spending, alimony (he was married five times), and poor business decisions robbed Mix of much of his wealth. Nevertheless, his love of fast cars necessitated his purchase of a brand new supercharged 1937 Cord 812 “cigarette cream” (yellow) Phaeton.

The fancy automobile would prove to be his undoing. On Oct. 12, 1940, following a nearly allnight party with friends in Tucson,

Mix drove toward Phoenix, and undoubtedly driving beyond his limits, failed to negotiate a sharp turn. The car flipped, and a heavy metal suitcase, unsecured in the backseat, hit Mix in the head, killing him.

The gully, near Florence, was named “Tom Mix Wash” in his honor. A stone obelisk memorial along AZ-79 was dedicated by Gene Autry. Mix has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and his boot prints, palm prints, and hoof prints of “Tony” may be seen outside Hollywood’s Grauman’s Chinese Theatre.

The Western Heritage Center at 156 S. Montezuma St. is the repository for numerous film posters and memorabilia, including the iconic telephone booth from the Palace bar featured in Junior Bonner , starring Steve McQueen. Admission is free.

Photo courtesy of Western Heritage Foundation

Women’s Health & Wellness

Jeanette Pilotte MD, FACOG

Denise L. Gallus, PA

We offer same-day or next-day appointments to ensure that your urgent issues are addressed in a timely manner. Our clinical staff is also available to perform blood draws in our office for routine and diagnostic testing.

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Denise L. Gallus,

Jeanette Pilotte MD, FACOG

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April 28th

Prescott Valley Community Market

Prescott Valley Town Center 10:00 AM-3:00 PM

New location in Prescott Valley Town Center, 2991 Park Ave. The Artisan & Maker Market features food, artisans, crafters and local merchants. Free admission. 928.273.9767

www.facebook.com/AZPVCM

Sunday Blues Jam at the Windsock Lounge

Blues Jam hosted by the Scott O’Neal Band or Elvin Killerbee every Sunday from 2:00-6:00 PM. Live music every Fri. & Sat. night from 7:00-11:00 PMFri. 4/26 and Sat. 4/27 Wheelhouse. The Windsock also has STEFnROCK every Tue. from 5:00-8:00 PM, Travis Crow & Colton Burris on Wed. at 6:00 PM, and the Aragon Ping Band every Thu. 6:00-9:00 PM.

928.776.7309

www.thewindsocklounge.net

Live Theater: “The Lion King Jr.”

Suze’s Prescott Center for the Arts Final performance today at 2:00 PM! Based on the 1994 Disney animated feature film and Shakespeare’s “Hamlet,” “The Lion King” is the story of Simba, an adventurous and energetic lion cub who is next in line to be king of the Pride Lands, a thriving and beautiful region in the African savanna. 928.445.3286 www.prescottartcenter.org

Live Theater:

“Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” Suze’s Prescott Center for the Arts 2:00 PM

928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

Whiskey Off-Road

Downtown Prescott - 7:00 AM-1:00 PM

The Whiskey Off-Road mountain bike event wraps up on Sun. 4/28 with backcountry races, kids’ races, an awards party and the Bike & Gear Expo. www.epicrides.com

April 28th

BC Cameron: In Concert at the Elks Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center 2:30 PM

BC Cameron, a singer, songwriter, musician, comedian, television and movie assistant director and storyteller, will grace the Crystal Hall in the Elks Performing Arts Center for a unique performance only she can do! BC’s musical style is an eclectic mix of county, folk, 1940s, comedy, original tunes and stories about her life and experiences.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

April 30th

Social Dance to Live Music!

Social Dance Club - Prescott

4:30 PM-9:30 PM

www.facebook.com/ groups/3132317610356663

Movie Nights & Live Music

at the Raven Cafe

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

Movie night every Tuesday. See website for the April live music schedule. Located at 142 N. Cortez St. in Prescott.

928.717.0009

www.ravencafe.com

May 1st

Tex-Mex Fiesta

Del Rio Springs Vineyard Wine Tasting Room

5:00 PM-7:00 PM

Happy May Day! Tex-Mex Fiesta from 5:00-7:00 PM with live music by Tony Cocilovo playing Spanish guitar. Mexican cuisine by Los Reyes Mexican Food. Includes wine tasting and 3 course dinner. RSVP - tickets available by phone or online. Located in the Old Firehouse Plaza, 220 W. Goodwin St. in Prescott.

928.460.5085

www.delriospringsvineyard.com

May 2nd

Explore Prescott’s Western Heritage Western Heritage Center 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

928.910.2307

www.visitwhc.org

Live Theater:

“Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” Suze’s Prescott Center for the Arts 7:30 PM

928.445.3286

www.prescottartcenter.org

May 3rd and 4th

Artisan & Maker Spring Gift Fair

Homestead Talking Glass

10:00 AM-3:00 PM

Mother’s Day and graduation gifts. 30+ vendors. Handcrafted jewelry, t-shirts, decorated wine bottles witih lights, wine caddy holders, charcuterie boards, wreaths and aprons, and more. Located at 3131 N. Main St. Prescott Valley. Free admission.

775.513.1347

May 3rd

Friday Night Barn Dance

Mortimer Farms

6:00 PM-10:00 PM

Enjoy a live band, dancing, campfire, lawn games and beautiful farm scenery! Cash bar available. Add dinner to your admission for only $15 more. Barn dance events are held every Friday through October. Mortimer Farms is located in Dewey. 928.830.1116

www.mortimerfarmsaz.com/ BarnDance

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May 3rd

Robert Aragon:

Salute to Elvis 1968 Comeback Special Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center 7:00 PM

Robert Aragon has been respectfully performing Elvis Presley throughout the years, starting in the early 90s, winning multiple Elvis contests. He shows his love for Elvis’s music, not by the glitz and glamour of the King, but by the voice and by the music. Join Robert and his all-star band as they give a respectful salute to Elvis’s 1968 Special.

928.777.1370

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

Jim Kellner - Comedic Hypnotist Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center 7:00 PM

Jim Kellner, comedian, licensed hypnotist and TEDx speaker returns to the Elks Performing Arts Center to amaze, delight and entertain! The stars of the show are really the audience members who choose to participate. Not to worry — no hypnotist can make anyone do something they don’t want to do! Because this is a live and unscripted show, we do recommend this for mature audiences.

928.756.2844

www.prescottelkstheatre.org

May 4th

Prescott Farmers Market

YRMC Miller Valley Parking Lot Market hours for April-Oct. are 7:30 AM to noon. The market hosts local farmers, ranchers, food vendors and craft vendors each week. Find fresh specialty produce, meat, eggs, bread, baked goods, delicious ready-to-eat foods and more. Accepts cash, credit, debit and double EBT/SNAP benefits! Pets are not allowed at the market but service animals are always welcome.

928.713.1227

www.prescottfarmersmarket.org

May 4th

Monthly Watson Woods Bird Walk

Prescott Audubon

Watson Woods Riparian Preserve 8:00 AM

281.682.6068

www.prescottaudubon.org

Public Viewing of Prehistoric Pit Houses

Willow Lake Heritage Park 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

The remains of three prehistoric pit houses will be open to the public. Docents from the Museum of Indigenous People and the Arizona Archaeological Society (AAS) will be onsite to explain and answer questions as well as show a few artifacts. All ages event and dogs are welcome. Open the first Saturday of every month. There is a $3 park entrance fee.

www.azarchsoc.org/Yavapai

Mata Ortiz Show & Sale

Museum of Indigenous People

Mata Ortiz potters will visit the museum with their beautiful pieces to add to your collections. Pottery production and firing demonstrations will be held through the event, which will take place on May 4 & 5 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day.

928.445.1230

www.museumofindigenouspeople.org

May 4th

Nature NiñosFree Family Nature Program

Community Nature Center of Prescott 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

See Facebook page for details. Takes place on the first Saturday of every month. The May program will take place at the Community Nature Center of Prescott. City park rangers and community partners lead childcentered nature play events. For children up to age 8. At every Nature Niños event there will be take-home freebies, guided nature activities, and little lessons on healthy choices and Leave No Trace principles.

928.777.1122

www.facebook.com/natureninosprescott

Prescott Computer Society Meeting: Android Devices & Apps Online Event via Zoom 1:00 PM

The Prescott Computer Society is a group of PC users who meet two times a month on Saturdays at 1:00 PM via Zoom. Participants must register to receive Zoom connection information at www.PCS4ME.com. The topic for this week’s presentation is Part 2 of JB Burke’s presentation “Everyday Use of Android Devices and Apps.” PCS meetings are available to anyone, including nonmembers, who wish to join us online. www.pcs4me.com

Evening with the Wolves

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary 5:30 PM-7:30 PM

Bring your family to meet part of our family! Our education staff will share some fun facts while the keepers introduce you to the individual animals and their stories. This private after-hours event will include some tasty treats for both the animals and our guests, plus some fun activities! See website to register online. 928.778.4242

www.heritageparkzoo.org

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