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PHX METRO » NOVEMBER 2015

ON THE COVER

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Gone Huntin’

Sam Hunt has the looks, the voice and the charm, but does he have the country soul? Critics say no, but the sales don’t lie.

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On the Real

Melissa Etheridge has spent her career under major recording contracts. Now at 54, she’s an independent artist for the first time in decades, and she’s finally free to be herself.

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Get Smashed!

The Wipeout Run brings the legendary big balls, sweeper poles and more from ABC’s hit show “Wipeout” to Scottsdale.

Think you can handle all of this fun?

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A Rockin’ Good Time

Our Dueling Diners head to Downtown Phoenix’s Hard Rock Cafe for good eats and to test the patience of those who aren’t fans of puns.

on the cover: Sam Hunt shot by David McClister

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We all know the guilt of a chocolate binge, but The Hot Chocolate 5K and 15K has a solution: running! And then stuffing your face with even more chocolate.

THE METROPOLITAN

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Top 25 • PHX Insider finds the changing leaves • The Capitol Steps • The Hot Chocolate Run gets decadent • Sam Hunt’s unlikely rise to country stardom • The 10 best things about fall in the Valley

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art director

Erin Loukili erin@entertainermag.com

Hidey Ho, World-A-Rino!

Phoenix metal band Okilly Dokilly turns Homer’s most-loathed neighbor into the Internet’s most-loved viral hit.

Christina Fuoco-Karasinski, Stan Robinson, Joseph Airdo, M.V. Moorhead, Andrew Axelrod, Weiss Kelly, Jasmine Kemper, Alexa D’Angelo, Dylan Ardnt, Dave Clark, Joshua Hammond

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INTERNS Leah Goldberg, Justin Stabley

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Critic picks for the best movies of the month • Coming Attractions • Critics’ Report Card • ‘He Named Me Malala’ director Davis Guggenheim

Culture Bash

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MIMFest knows its lineup of local, national and international artists might seem a little eclectic, and they wouldn’t have it any other way.

Dueling Diners • The best food events in November • Turkey day made easy • Happy Hour Guide • The Great American Foodie Fest • Diner Insider finds food with a view

THE CRAFTMASTER

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The best beer events in November • Q&A with SanTan’s beardy brewing bros • Great Beer Pairings • Beertenders at Mad Hatter Brew Pub • BeerFinder Directory • Peoria Beer Festival

THE HIGHROLLER

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The best casino events in November • A full casino calendar • Melissa Etheridge is free to be herself • Gaming tip

THE GLADIATOR

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The best sports events in November • The Wipeout Run • UofA football players give back

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The best arts events in November • Get up close and personal with Frida Kahlo • Holiday boutiques for decor, gifts and more

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Apps to make your Thanksgiving dinner go off without a hitch • Mitch Albom makes two dreams come true • A very quirky Toys! • Goodguys gets us all revved up

THE CRITIC

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Aaron Kolodny aaron@entertainermag.com

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THE YOUNGSTER

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THE NIGHTOWL

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Steve Aoki heads to Scottsdale • The best nightlife events in November • TIPSY drink of the month • Oddly Accurate Astrology • Thanksgiving beats to dance off that awkward family dinner • Nightlife photos • Global Dance Festival • Mad Mixologist

What’s new in SoCal • The best family events in November • Pixar in Concert

THE SHOWMAN

Live music calendar • MIMFest blends the multiple worlds of music • Chris Cornell • Motion City Soundtrack • Okilly Dokilly is a stupid, sexy sort of band • Mesa Music Festival gets lofty

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Scottsdale International Film Festival

NOVEMBER 5 THROUGH 9 Movies aren’t just made in Hollywood.

Scottsdale International Film Festival brings together over 40 productions from all over the world such as “Cuidad Delirio,” “The Girl King,” and “Sea Fog.” Many of the films highlight global LBGTQ issues and many feature female directors.

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Street; Harkins Shea 14 Theatre, 7354 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale, scottsdalefilmfestival.com, $39 and up

Circus Vargas

THROUGH NOVEMBER 15 It’s back! Circus Vargas brings its high-flying acrobatics to Glendale and Scottsdale this month. Witness bright and brilliant stunts only found under the big tent like flying trapeze, the globe of death and aerial suspension without a net!

Arrowhead Towne Center, 7700 W. Arrowhead Towne Center, Glendale; Pavilions at Talking Stick, 9180 E. Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale, circusvargas.com, times vary, $25-$35

Chiles and Chocolate Festival

NOVEMBER 6 THROUGH 8 It’s just the right mix of sweet and heat at the Desert Botanical Garden this fall. This special gourmet event will amuse the taste buds with indulgent chocolates and zesty sauces. The food will be accompanied by the tunes of DJ Seduce and performances of Latin dances by Stilo Dance Company, Axe Folclorico and Yumi La Rosa.

Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, 480.481.8188, dbg.org, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., $22

NOVEMBER 7 It’s everything the name of the event says it offers. Head down to Queen Creek to celebrate live blues music accompanied by local craft brews and bacon-inspired dishes in one glorious festival.

Founders Park, 22407 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, 480.358.3700, baconbluesandbrewsaz.com, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., $10-$12

David Spade

NOVEMBER 7 The Emmy-nominated comedian, best-known for his work on “Saturday Night Live” and for his performance as Joe Dirt, is ready to return to his hometown for a stand-up set at Talking Stick Resort. Laugh along to a charismatic charm only found in David Spade.

Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale, 480.850.7777, talkingstickresort. com, 8 p.m., $40-$150

Grand Prix of Scottsdale

NOVEMBER 7 Car aficionados from all over the world can witness this “gentlemen’s race” straight out of the 1920’s, complete with the period’s clothing and racing gear. This is a rare chance to see vintage replica karts of timeless European designs and watch them burn rubber on the track.

Scottsdale Waterfront, 7135 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, 480.527.9779, grandprixscottsdale.com, free

MIMFest

NOVEMBER 7 AND 8 Explore the diverse sounds of the world at MIMFest. This two-day outdoor event will gather over 20 musical acts from around the world to come together at one international spectacular. Other dancers and entertainers as well as food trucks will be bringing their best to make the festival a full weekend experience. See Andrew Bird, Victor Wooten and Ozomatli in the flesh!

The MIM, 4725 E. Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix, 480.478.6000, mim.org, times vary, $35 per day

Nitro Circus

NOVEMBER 13 The event that became an MTV smash hit series is careening into the Valley for one night only. Nitro Circus offers authentic action sports entertainment for risk-takers and aspiring daredevils. Its zany and death-defying stunts are a joy to watch whether you’re there for the successes or the spills.

Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue, Glendale, nitrocircus.com, 7:30 p.m., $39-$99 WWW.ENTERTAINERMAG.COM

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Melissa Etheridge

NOVEMBER 13 The award-winning artist will take to the stage for a night of iconic melodies. The 54-year-old singer/ songwriter has earned her place as a celebrity after winning two Grammys and an Academy Award for “I Need to Wake Up,” which was included in the 2006 documentary “An Inconvenient Truth.” She will be performing from her latest album, This is M.E., as well as some of her biggest hits.

Gila River Casinos, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Boulevard, Chandler, wingilariver.com, 800.946.4452, 7 p.m., $64-$144

The Psychedelic Furs

NOVEMBER 13 The renowned Psychedelic Furs are on their way to Livewire. Famed for their titular song in the film “Pretty in Pink,” the Psychedelic Furs are an international hit, transcending decades of music to bring classic ‘70s rock to the world.

Livewire, 7320 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, 480.970.6980, livewireaz.com, 7 p.m., $27

Front Porch Pickins Vintage and Handmade Market

NOVEMBER 13 AND 14 The cool autumn season is the primetime for antiquing. With hundreds of local vendors to scour, Front Porch Pickins is a vintage shopper’s dream in the comfort of the indoor Peoria Sports Complex. Get your ticket for the ultimate showcase of everything rustic, retro and handmade.

Peoria Sports Complex, 16101 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria, 623.773.8700, frontporchpickins. com, 9 p.m. to 4 p.m., $10

Phoenix Wine Festival

NOVEMBER 14 Over 50 wineries from around the world will descend upon Downtown Phoenix’s Heritage Square this month, offering up pinots, chardonnays, merlots and more alongside food trucks and live music for one day only.

Heritage Square, 113 N. Sixth Street, Phoenix, uncorkedwinefestivals. com, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., $55-$65

Big Top PAPA: 10th Anniversary for Phoenix Annual Parade of the Arts

NOVEMBER 14 You are invited to participate in and/or watch the annual event, which is intended to bring the community together for a free celebration of artistic expression.

Expect to see floats, costumes and pets.

Since this year’s theme is the “big top,” there will also be stilt walkers, circus acts and fire performers.

Downtown Phoenix, 1501 Grand Avenue, Phoenix, 602.276.1792, phoenixannualparadeofthearts.com, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., free WWW.ENTERTAINERMAG.COM

KMLE Country Thunder Launchfest

NOVEMBER 14 Get your country fix this fall at Country Thunder Launchfest. This is a mini music party where you can hear performances by Craig Morgan, Chris Janson and Waterloo Revival.

Launchfest is also where they will reveal the 2016 Country Thunder artist lineup. It’s a good enough reason to get loud and party with KMLE. Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, 480.270.5000, saltriverfields.com, 1 p.m., $20

away alongside thousands of other attendees.

Tempe Beach Park, 54 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, 480.350.5200, relentlessbeats.com, 5 p.m. to 12 a.m., $59

Wipeout Run

NOVEMBER 14 Inspired by the hit television show, “Wipeout,” the Wipeout Run challenges you to complete the course while avoiding big bouncing balls, spinning tubes and rapid waters. After conquering the course, you can enjoy additional festivities with vendor booths and delicious food. Make a splash!

WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, wipeoutrun. com/phoenix, 7:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., $67 and up

Rainn Wilson: The Bassoon King

NOVEMBER 17 Explore the fascinating and often hilarious life of “The Office” actor Rainn Wilson in his new biography “The Bassoon King.” In his book and presentation, he explains how he grew up as a huge nerd, struggled with his acting career as a young man, and eventually claimed success as a television star and businessman who rediscovered his Baha’i faith later in life.

Each ticket includes a copy of the book.

Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams Street, Phoenix, 602.534.5600, changinghands.com, 7 p.m., $30

Global Dance Festival

NOVEMBER 20 Rhythm and dance is what brings the world together, and this month you can experience the world of dance in Tempe. The second annual Global Dance Festival will feature RL Grime, among other dance music artists, to help you dance the night

NOVEMBER 27 One of the most influential bands in Arizona, The Meat Puppets earned a place on the punk band scene in the ‘80s and are still kicking it today. Their Crescent Ballroom performance is one of their few hometown shows, so don’t miss a chance to hear the band that inspired big groups like Nirvana, Soundgarden and Dinosaur Jr. Crescent Ballroom, 308 N. Second Avenue, Phoenix, 602.716.2222, crescentphx.com, 7:30 p.m., $16-$20

Doggie Street Festival

AZ Hip Hop Festival

NOVEMBER 14 AZ Hip Hop Festival is back for a second year, and it’s going to be bigger than before! Dozens of fresh artists from around the state will perform including Wax Society, Miny, Da Beast, Alex Knight, Chezale, Dune Sea Crew, Derez and more. So support your local rappers this November at one of the biggest hip-hop celebrations in the state!

Comerica Theatre, 400 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.379.2800, azhiphopfestival. com, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., $18

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Charlie Murphy

NOVEMBER 20 THROUGH 22 A king of comedy is coming to Phoenix.

Charlie Murphy, Eddie Murphy’s older brother, has just as much of a knack for comedy as his famous family member.

He’s primarily known for being a writer and actor on Comedy Central’s “Chappelle’s Show,” and has credits in many other productions including “Black Jesus” and “The Boondocks.”

You can see him live this November for one weekend only.

Stand Up Live, 50 W. Jefferson Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, 480.719.6100, standuplive.com, times vary, $27

The Big Heap Vintage & Handmade Festival

NOVEMBER 20 THROUGH 22 It’s like Etsy in real life! The Big Heap Vintage and Handmade festival is bringing everything handmade, vintage unique and quirky about Phoenix to one outdoor location. Get some holiday shopping done, or just keep the finds for yourself. Plus, get your fill of food and culture with gourmet food trucks and music by Trailer Queen.

Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, thebigheap.com, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, $7 adults, kids free

Goodguys 18th Southwest Nationals

NOVEMBER 20 THROUGH 22 Rev your engines for the largest hot rodding event in Arizona! Goodguys is presenting over 3,000 rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and trucks, as well as the Top 12 Cars and Trucks of the year. This is a chance for car lovers everywhere to explore the vendors and swap meet for the part they’ve been looking for while enjoying the show with like-minded gearheads.

WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, good-guys. com, times vary, $20 adults, $6 kids

NOVEMBER 28 Dog lovers, this is one event you can’t miss! The Annual Doggie Street Festival is an adopt-a-thon and pet celebration of epic proportions, where you can enjoy music, food, vet tips and awesome pet products for the pooch in your life.

Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, doggiestreetfestival.org, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free

Hot Chocolate Run

DECEMBER 6 It’s two great things melted together!

The Hot Chocolate Run in Scottsdale is a 15K and 5K excursion where participants are awarded with specially blended fondue and dark chocolate squares once they reach the finish line. The finisher medal is also a metal wrapped chocolate bar decorated with the desert landscape you know and love.

Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, hotchocolate15k.com, 5K begins at 7:30a.m., 15k at 8:15 a.m., $49-$74

Frida Kahlo Exhibit

THROUGH FEBRUARY 8 The Heard Museum will present more than 240 images from Frida Kahlo’s extensive collection of personal photos. These are rare glimpses into the artist’s life that were revealed in 2007. The museum will display the collection alongside some of her personal items, all of which were found in the Blue House in Mexico, where she spent most of her life.

Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, 602.252.8840, heard.org, available during museum hours, free with museum admission

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Spot fall foliage in the Valley It’s finally November! That means temperatures are dropping and we’ll soon start to see shades of reds and orange in the Valley. Although we’re in the big city, there are still some spots around town to see the trees showing off their new digs.

Japanese Friendship Garden

The Japanese Friendship Garden features 3.5 acres of greenery, waterfalls, koi fish and 50 varieties of plants. The peaceful scenery is the perfect spot to sit down, relax and soak in all that nature has to offer.

Japanese Friendship Garden, 1125 N. Third Avenue, Phoenix, 602.256.3204, japanesefriendshipgarden.org

Chaparral Park

This Scottsdale park has 100 acres of greenery to explore. You can take a stroll along the garden full of mesquite, Palo Verde and cottonwood trees, or take a boat into the lake for even more sightseeing.

Chaparral Park, 5401 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale, 480.312.2353, scottsdaleaz.gov

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The Desert Botanical Garden is a desert oasis. Located in Papago Park, the garden has 140 acres of Arizona foliage with over 21,000 plants for your viewing pleasure.

Meander down one of their many trails for a peek at some fall hues.

Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, 480.941.1225, dbg.org

Camelback Mountain

You’ll have plenty of fall sightings during the hike up Camelback Mountain.

Along the way, mesquite, Palo Verde and ironwood trees will be brightening the trails with autumnal colors.

Camelback Mountain, 5700 N. Echo Canyon Parkway, Phoenix, 602.256.3220, phoenix.gov

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THE POLITICAL FIELD

Politics are a game to satirists The Capitol Steps

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rimary season—especially this one—is always interesting for political satirists The Capitol Steps. It’s a time when the Donald Trumps come out of the woodwork, and other candidates, like Hillary Clinton, re-emerge.

“This primary season happened earlier than others,” says founding member Elaina Newport. “This time, four years ago, we were just starting to see the Herman Cains and the new candidates emerge. This year, we already have 16, 17 on the Republican side.”

The Capitol Steps, which performs Friday, November 27, and Saturday, November 28, at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, is never hurting for material, Newport says.

“It’s so fun,” she says. “It’s kind of like every time you think there isn’t anything funny, suddenly Donald Trump announces his run for the presidency or someone tweets his underwear.”

The group formed in 1981 when it came together to perform at a Christmas party for its employer, Charles Percy of Illinois.

“The joke that we’ve made is, we couldn’t do a traditional nativity scene because we work in the senate,” he says.

“There was no one to play three wise men or a virgin.

“We were invited to perform at the White House. We just basically thought, at first, we would do this for one party.

But nobody has told us to stop. Thirtyfour years later this Christmas, The

Capitol Steps is still going.”

Ironically, the complaints about the show have been few and far between, she says. The politicians rather like being the butt of jokes.

“The politicians have invited us to perform,” Newport says. “They’re good sports. I think they’re almost flattered. I think the most angry anybody ever got was one senator was upset because we didn’t have a song about him. He was in the audience and said, ‘What about me?’

I told him, if you get in a scandal, we’ll think about it.”

One of Newport’s favorite topics was Ronald Reagan because of his history as an actor.

“He brought this whole cast of characters with him,” Newport says. “We

had a song called ‘Mine Every Mountain’ because he had these environmental policies.

He was hilarious and a good sport.”

She called Bill and Hillary Clinton, though, “the gifts to comedians.”

“I couldn’t have made up those stories,” she says with a laugh. “Comedy is exaggeration, but he was so funny anyway.

He’s was such a larger-than-life figure. The scandals he got in, you couldn’t make up.”

The Capitol Steps

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Street, Scottsdale, 480.499.8587, scottsdaleperformingarts. org, Friday, November 27, and Saturday, November 28, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., $45-$69

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DASH TO DECADENCE

The Hot Chocolate 5K and 15K sweetens the motivation to finish a race Christina Caldwell » The Entertainer!

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he holiday season is not without its decadence, but here in the Valley, things are a little different.

As those in colder climates around the country resign to stay inside and keep warm, our “cold” weather is perfect for a chilly, snow-free run, which means we can pack in the sweets without consequence to our waistlines.

Sorry, rest of America. That pretty much makes the Valley the best place to be come December, and Scottsdale’s Hot Chocolate Run is out to combine tasty treats and exercise, all in one seriously sweet race on Sunday, December 6.

Who wants to chase a carrot, anyway? At the Hot Chocolate Run, the motivation to finish is so much sweeter.

The 5K and 15K race will begin at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick and will wind throughout Scottsdale, with chocolate chip, Tootsie Roll and marshmallow stations treating runners along the way, finally culminating in a post-race party with chocolate fondue, a kids zone, merchandise tent, and of course, rich, rewarding hot chocolate.

This is one of the most popular themed races in the country, with over 200,000 participants nationwide since its 2008 Chicago inception. Hurry to register because spots are filling up fast. The fourth

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wave of registration ends November 15, with the 5k for $49 and the 15K for $69, after which the price will increase to $54 and $74 respectively.

To sweeten the deal, a portion of the proceeds will benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities, so you can feel good that you gave back, even if drinking hot chocolate is hardly a chore.

So bundle up, stretch it out and prepare to live a full day of deliciousness without the guilt.

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am Hunt is an unlikely country star. His debut album, Montevallo, isn’t exactly a study in the genre’s music, but it and Hunt have become breakout stars.

Even Chris Matthews, assistant program director for the country station KMLE, questioned it briefly—but wholeheartedly believes in the strapping former college football player.

“It’s very interesting and, by all accounts, it shouldn’t have happened,” says Matthews, who doubles as the midday on-air personality. “You wouldn’t look at this on paper and say, ‘God this makes sense. This is going to be huge.’”

But Hunt defied doubters, taking his blend of country, hip-hop, rock and pop music to score four singles since 2014: “Leave the Night On,” “Take Your Time,” “House Party” and, most recently, “Break Up in a Small Town.”

“If you listen to that album, there are very, very few things that sound country,” Matthews says. “With the climate of the format today and the different kinds of music, it has found a place on country radio.

“It’s catchy enough. It’s poppy enough. It’s just different and unique enough that it really resonates. Plus, the fact that he’s 6-feet-4 and gorgeous doesn’t hurt with the ladies. It’s the perfect storm of something new and different and it’s taken off.”

It couldn’t have been any clearer when Hunt supported Lady Antebellum and Hunter Hayes at Ak-Chin Pavilion on July 11. Fans packed the summer shed long before Hunt’s 7 p.m. showtime, yearning to get a glimpse of him.

Matthews says he hasn’t seen that sort of response since a fledgling band named Florida Georgia Line served as an early opener “before they really blew up.”

“Now here they are headlining,” he says of FGL. Hunt will most likely be in that position by the end of 2016. He’s been to Phoenix a handful of times in 2015, playing the DirecTV Super Fan Festival in January, a Scottsdale block party in the spring and with Lady Antebellum.

He will return once again this year, this time to play “KMLE 107.9’s Not So Silent Night” on Thursday, December 3, at Comerica Theatre. He already has a gig scheduled for next year: He’ll perform during the all-day “Spread the Love” tour stop with Kenny Chesney and Miranda Lambert at Chase Field on Saturday, May 7.

Matthews says it was a no-brainer for KMLE to book Hunt for the Comerica Theatre concert.

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“He was somebody who we realized [was a draw] when we saw research scores just through the roof on this guy,” he says. “The first single, ‘Leave the Night On,’ remains one of our strongest testing songs. ‘Take Your Time’ took that to the next level.”

It’s a mutually beneficial partnership. KMLE gets yet another big name attached to the show, which also includes performances by Lee Brice, Old Dominion, Jerrod Niemann and Chase Rice. Hunt, in turn, gets increased exposure.

“We were able to catch him on the way up,” Matthews says. “With guys like this who shoot up so quickly, it’s really valuable to get him at this stage. We hope to make a connection with him. ‘We supported everything you’ve done. We believe in you and we know that it’s going to be an amazing show.’

“We were fortunate enough to be able to lock him in on this date. With his schedule over the next year—the next 12 to 18 months—Sam Hunt is going to continue to climb.”

Hunt is juggling family obligations, touring and the recording of a new album.

Matthews says a new collection isn’t quite necessary—yet.

“I don’t think we’re done with this album,” he says. “I think there are one or two more songs that could be singles.

All of the ladies in our building here, the females I have spoken to love ‘Ex to See’ and are waiting for that to be released.”

The KMLE show will be a little different for fans and Hunt. Matthews calls the gig “power acoustic” and its direction was refocused after Lee Brice was added to the bill.

“Jerrod Niemann and Lee Brice are pals—like real good, good friends. Like trouble together,” he says. “Sam Hunt and Chase Rice were on the road when they were first getting started. Old Dominion were writing songs for established artists.

“We’re going to capitalize on the uniqueness and the chemistry that’s going to happen on that stage. We’re doing it guitar-pool style, with Sam, Chase, Jerrod and Lee on stage at the same time—just hang on for the ride.”

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hen someone from Minnesota or Wisconsin sees that the high for the day will be 88 degrees, they probably think, “Whew— warm day ahead.”

When someone in Phoenix sees that the high for the day will be 88 degrees, we think, “WOOHOO! Break out the scarves!”

It’s almost painfully cliché to talk about how long it stays so hot here in the Valley, but the truth is that it really does affect our daily lives quite a bit. Now that the thermometer (most likely) will stay away from the 90s for the next five or six months, here are the things that we are very excited about being able to do now that it is finally fall.

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Wearing a colored shirt

Think this one is odd? Think again. Only the bravest among us wear a gray, green or any other color shirt besides white or black during the summer.

Walking from the car to the office no longer has us checking our pits constantly!

Hiking after 6 a.m.

A Saturday morning hike at a leisurely 10 or 11 a.m. is now a possibility and our sleeping schedules couldn’t be more grateful.

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Drinking something warm or hot

It’s an oddly good feeling to be able to order a hot tea or coffee in the afternoon.

Looking forward to the warmest part of the day

You know when you step outside at 3 p.m. and the sun hits your face? That doesn’t feel good in August, but it is amazing in December.

Wearing boots (and long sleeves, sweaters, pants, etc.)

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Finally, you can bust out your cooler weather clothes and add a much-needed mix-up to your stale summer wardrobe.

Going to the farmers’ market

We love fresh, local produce and artisan products as much as the next guy, but it is so much easier to head to the farmers’ market when it is 75 degrees outside.

Eating on the patio of the restaurant

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Combine this one with numbers 2 and 4 and you’ve got yourself an active and beautiful Saturday or Sunday morning/early afternoon. (Feel free to take pictures and send them to your East Coast friends to rub it in.)

Opening our windows and doors

There is something so whimsical about being able to hang out inside with the windows and/or doors open to the fresh air.

Taking advantage of the canal system

The canal system not only carries water from the Salt River to all reaches of the Valley, but it also provides a great recreational space. Now that it is finally cool enough, we can’t wait to use the canals’ paved sides for walking, jogging, biking and searching for shells with the kiddos. Check out srpnet.com/water for more information including maps and origins.

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Walking to brunch or dinner

The Valley is so spread out that this one might not seem feasible for a lot of us, however, even if the closest restaurant is a mile or two away, get walking and make your meal your reward for getting there. Your body will thank you.

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itch Albom has been a celebrated columnist for the Detroit Free Press for decades, having become a journalist after failing to make it as a musician.

The author of six consecutive No. 1 New York Times bestsellers is now melding his two loves—music and writing—with “The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto.”

The book is the first ever to have a soundtrack created for it.

“We have the final copies of it,” Albom says enthusiastically about the recording. “They’re going to print a CD— it’s not just digital. They’re going to have a digital version as well as an actual one you can touch. My dream has come true.

I wanted to get into the music business 35 years ago and I’ve finally broken through.”

The book tells the story of Frankie Presto, a fictional guitar player, whom Albom dubs the best to ever walk the Earth.

“It begins at his funeral,” Albom explains. “He’s died

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and the spirit of music comes to his funeral to take back the talent that he was given when he was born. [In the book] when you come out of the womb, before you open your eyes, the little fists grab these different colors in front of you. Whatever your fist grabs, that’s your talent.”

Readers will follow Presto from his 30s as he embarks on a music career that includes chance meetings with Django Reinhardt, Duke Ellington, Hank Williams and Elvis Presley.

The soundtrack is a likely companion to “The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto.”

The track listing features original songs by current recording artists including Ingrid Michaelson, Mat Kearney, Sawyer Fredericks and Phredley Brown that were co-written with Albom.

The soundtrack, which hits stores on Friday, November 6, also boasts a number of previously released fan favorites that feature prominently in the novel.

Albom admits he’s a little nervous about the book’s release, as “The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto” is a departure from his bestselling pieces, which include “Tuesdays with Morrie.”

“It’s the biggest thing I’ve ever tried,” Alborn says. “It’s probably twice as big as the normal books that I write. The biggest sweeping story that I’ve ever tried to write. I never wrote about music. I’ve been waiting my whole life to write this book.”

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($0.99) With modern technology, you’ll never have to do math again! The Amount app can convert measurements and tell you how many pints are in a gallon or how many teaspoons are in a tablespoon.

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(Free) This app elegantly tracks time while you cook. What sets it apart from a regular stopwatch is that it can manage multiple countdowns for multiple burners.

(Free) Yummly lets you discover unlimited recipes from all across the Internet, complete with mouth-watering pictures.

You can filter recipes based on what ingredients you have at the time.

(Free) Ever wonder if you’re buying healthy? With Fooducate, all you need to do is scan a photo of the product and the app assigns a grade based on nutritional value with a breakdown of the ingredients.

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Reignite your passion for cooking with Tender! Simply swipe right to save a recipe to your cookbook or swipe left to pass onto the next one. You can filter the recipes by category and the app will learn to filter based on your choices.

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Cook like the pros with Food Network’s official recipe app. All the recipes from the channel’s celebrity chefs can be found at your fingertips. New recipes are added every month that include photos and videos for the most detailed cooking experience on mobile.

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For novice chefs, Appetites provides simple and concise video classes that teach users a variety of dishes. The app comes with many built-in recipes, and more are available as in-app purchases.

While the adults prepare for Thanksgiving dinner, the kids can also learn a thing or two about preparing meals. More Holiday Dinner! is an interactive educational experience that shows kids how to make dishes for all holiday occasions.

($2.99) Sometimes, you or your guests have allergy limitations that restrict recipe options.

Substitutions, however, can solve the problem with its expansive list of alternate food products. This is also handy if you’re looking to eat healthier and want to cut the fat out of your diet.

Another app to save the amateur cook, Chow guides you through simple but popular holiday recipes with step-bystep instructions to make your Thanksgiving a delicious one.

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adies and gentlemen, start your engines, because the Goodguys 18th Southwest Nationals is making its triumphant return to WestWorld of Scottsdale this month.

See over 3,000 vintage rods, classics, customs, muscle cars and trucks, but only through the year 1972—a.k.a. the golden age of automobiles. But the action-packed weekend has so much more to offer than just some cars in a grass lot.

The show will come to a close with Duel in the Desert, the finale of the organization’s year-long competition, where competitors from across North America compete in a 32-car single elimination tournament, showing off their vehicle’s skills on a closed course. The Duel in the Desert final round will reward the winner with $20,000 in cash and even more prizes.

Goodguys will crown the winners of the Top 12 Awards, which honor the most impressive automobiles and AutoCross

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During the weekend of competitions and candy-colored cars, hot rodders can participate in a giant used car parts swap.

Vintage and brand new car owners can trade and buy their high-performance parts and accessories.

Be sure to stop by Sunday to see cars of all years, but they have to be ‘merican!

K&N Filters All American Sunday will feature American vehicles from all years, but they all have something in common— the spirit of the red, white and blue flowing through them.

This eye-popping automotive festival is speeding by, so grab your tickets soon!

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF FRIDA KAHLO MUSEUM

FRIDA, FREED Frida Kahlo’s personal items and photos on display at the Heard Museum

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rida Kahlo was an influential Mexican painter who was best known for her colorful and authentic self-portraits.

She married to fellow famous painter, Diego Rivera, and was a strong feminist icon in the early 20th century until her death in 1954. Kahlo started painting to pass the time when a bus accident in her childhood left her bedridden for months at a time.

The Heard Museum is presenting the “Frida Kahlo—Her Photos” exhibition, curated by Mexican photographer and photo historian,Pablo Ortiz Monasterio from Saturday, October 31, through Monday, February 8, and our unibrow is sprouting at the thought.

The collection by the Frida Kahlo Museum features over 240 images that

are part of the Blue House Archive. The photographs, along with some of Kahlo’s personal items were kept away in a room until 2007 inside of the Blue House where she lived for most of her life.

The photos are organized into subjects such as The Origins, The Blue House, Politics, Revolutions and Diego, Her Broken Body, Frida’s Loves and Photography to commemorate significant happenings in her life.

The exhibit will allow visitors to take a closer look inside the famous painter’s life. The photographers include Man Ray, Martin Munkácsi, Edward Weston, Nickolas Muray, Lola Alvarez Bravo and many others.

The collection illustrates Kahlo through her early childhood all the way to her life as an artist. Through the photos, visitors can learn about Kahlo from a whole new perspective.

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CALENDAR With the holidays approaching quickly and, finally, a chill in the air, November is the time to get out and celebrate the arts, whether it’s on the streets, in galleries or on the stage.

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THROUGH NOVEMBER 8 After seven years of development by the team that brought us “South Park,” the satirical look at the Mormon church was brought to the stage in March 2011. Since then, audiences have flocked to the nine-time Tony Award-winner. Critics have been equally as praising, with The New York Times calling it “the best musical of this century.”

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THROUGH NOVEMBER 22 You and your family are in for a treat as Childsplay presents a heartwarming story of two latch-key kids. Leo and Lizzy Martinez challenge their parents when they are denied the opportunity to participate on a television quiz show. Leo dreams of them becoming “the smartest kids in the world.” It is up to Lizzy to accomplish this task.

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NOVEMBER 3 Based in London, the Akram Khan Company’s roots date back to 1999.

The innovative dance company has performed around the globe, and most notably at the 2012 Olympics opening ceremony. They will make their Scottsdale debut performing a revival of their 2002 Kaash (Hindi for “if only”).

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Sweet Dreams: Mandy Barnett Sings Patsy Cline NOVEMBER 4 Mandy Barnett is a frequent guest at the Grand Ole Opry and a renowned recording artist. Barnett is best-known for her role in the stage production of “Always… Patsy Cline.” She continues her love for the acclaimed country artist by performing a repertoire of her songs, including “Sweet Dreams,” “Crazy,” “I Fall to Pieces,” “Walking After Midnight,” and more.

Higley Center for the Performing Arts, 4132 E. Pecos Road, Gilbert, 480.279.7194, higleyarts.org

Gabo: The Creation of Gabriel García Márquez NOVEMBER 5 A free documentary screening, presented by the Arizona Opera and No Festival Required, is offered in conjunction with the Opera’s production of “Florencia En El FLORENCIA EN EL AMAZONAS NOVEMBER 13-15

Amazonas.” The documentary tells the story of the 1982 Nobel Prize winner who grew up in poverty amidst the violence of northern Colombia. Seat reservations are required and should be booked online.

Arizona Opera, 1636 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, 602.266.7464, azopera.org

Frida in Focus NOVEMBER 6 Celebrate First Fridays at the Heard, Frida Kahlo-style. The museum is yours to explore, and the two current Kahlo exhibits will be open.

There will be special choreographed performances, local works on display and a variety of other events.

You can also have a chance to get your hair braided like Frida Kahlo.

Hungry? Try one of her favorite dishes in the Courtyard Café! The Chicken Escabeche is a marinated chicken breast with onions, carrots, sweet peppers, flour tortilla and peruano beans.

Heard Museum , 2301 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, 602.252.8840, heard.org

Evil Dead: The Musical NOVEMBER 10 THROUGH 14 Music and comedy may not be the first two things that come to mind when you think of the horror classic “Evil Dead,” but the stage version is both, and has broken records and played to rave reviews. Expect to see dismembered limbs, demons telling bad jokes and catchy tunes. You will have a frighteningly good time!

Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main Street, Mesa, 480.644.6500, mesaartscenter.com

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Disgraced NOVEMBER 12 THROUGH 29 Arizona Theatre Company presents a regional premiere of a Pulitzer Prizewinning Broadway hit about politics and religion being discussed at a dinner party amongst friends. A polite conversation becomes heated when true beliefs about current events come to light.

Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe Street, Phoenix, 602.256.6995, arizonatheatre.org

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NOVEMBER 13 THROUGH 15 The Arizona Opera presents a production of the first-ever Spanish language opera commissioned in the United States. The performance will be sung in Spanish and presented with English subtitles. The story follows Florenica, who travels through an enchanted rainforest looking to find her lost lover who disappeared years ago. The story is inspired by author Gabriel García Márquez.

Phoenix Symphony Hall, 75 N. Second Street, Phoenix, 602.266.7464, azopera.org

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Winter Wonderland ‘Tis the season! Get into the spirit as the angelic voices of the acclaimed Phoenix Boys Choir perform a delightful array of holiday favorites. Audiences will be uplifted with traditional songs including We Three Kings, The Little Drummer Boy, O Tannenbaum, and Silent Night, as well as a new medley based on everyone’s favorite story of Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer. The highlight of the evening will be excerpts from Benjamin Britten’s magnificent Ceremony of Carols, culminating with a glorious performance of the Hallelujah! Chorus from Handel’s Messiah.

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The Addams Family: A New Musical Comedy Saturday, December 12 at 7:00 p.m.

Camelback Bible Church 3900 E. Stanford Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Monday, December 14 at 6:30 p.m.

American Lutheran Church 17200 N. Del Webb Blvd., Sun City, AZ 85373 Friday, December 18 at 7:00 p.m.

Mesa Performing Arts Center Mesa Community College 1833 W. Southern Avenue, Mesa, AZ 85202 Sunday, December 20 at 5:00 p.m.

Chaparral Christian Church 6451 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Tickets: $28/23; $18/seniors & kids 12 and under All tickets $28 at the door.

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travelled the globe, performing in more than 70 counties. Enjoy the folklore, choreography and music of Russia, as more than 50 dancers take to the stage, featuring more than 200 costumes.

Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Avenue, Chandler, 480.782.2680, chandlercenter.org

The Wizard of Oz NOVEMBER 18 THROUGH DECEMBER 27 Follow the yellow brick road down Central Avenue to Phoenix Theatre!

Everyone’s favorite classic film comes to life as Dorothy travels over the rainbow. Experience the journey to the Emerald City with the Tin Man, Scarecrow and Lion!

Phoenix Theatre, 100 E. McDowell Road, Phoenix, 602.254.2151, phoenixtheatre.com

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy NOVEMBER 19 Hailing from the Southern California beach town of Ventura, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy has amassed a loyal following of fans. Debuting over 20 years ago, the group is known for their contemporary swing revival and fusion of sounds. The shows are always high-energy and a heck of a lot of fun for audiences.

Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts, 1090 S. Vulture Mine Road, Wickenburg, 928.684.6624, dewpac.org

NOVEMBER 15 Head to Chandler to experience the dance from different regions of Russia and Siberia. The show has

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Sat., Nov. 21, 2015, 10am to 5 pm & Sun., Nov. 22, 2015, 10am to 5pm

Big Top PAPA: 10th Anniversary for Phoenix Annual Parade of the Arts NOVEMBER 14 You are invited to participate in and/ or watch the annual event, which is intended to bring the community together for a free celebration of artistic expression. Expect to see floats, costumes and pets. Since this year’s theme is the “big top,” there will also be stilt walkers, circus acts and fire performers.

Downtown Phoenix, 602.615.0899, phoenixannualparadeofthearts.com

Dr. Nicholas and Effie Theodore

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NOVEMBER 13 THROUGH 21 They’re creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky. They’re all together ooky… The Addams Family.

America’s favorite creepy family is also the star of a popular musical comedy! This free production (with donations accepted) at Scottsdale Community College appropriately opens on Friday the 13th and will feature all of your favorite characters, with a cast of students and an orchestra from Scottsdale Community College and ASU. Scottsdale Community College Performing Arts Center, 9000 E. Chaparral Road, Scottsdale, 480.423.6333, scottsdalecc.edu

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The Willis Clan NOVEMBER 20 Some families are lucky enough to maybe have one family member that is talented. In rare cases, two. In the case of The Willis Clan, the whole family is packed full of stars. The family hails from Nashville, Tennessee and has been featured on “America’s Got Talent” and has its own show on TLC. This is your chance to see them live, fresh off a new album release.

Queen Creek Performing Arts Center, 22149 E. Ocotillo Road, Queen Creek, 480.987.7469, qcpac.com

A Christmas Story NOVEMBER 24 THROUGH 29 If you just cannot wait for the 24-hour marathon Christmas Day of the ‘80s classic holiday favorite about Ralphie and his Red Ryder BB Gun, head to ASU Gammage to see the story live on the stage. This Broadway production includes all of the classic moments, from the leg lamp to the grumpy department store Santa. Be careful not to shoot your eye out!

ASU Gammage, 1200 S. Forest Avenue, Tempe, 480.965.3434, asugammage.com

The Nutcracker NOVEMBER 27 THROUGH DECEMBER 6 Start planning now to get an early start on the holiday season. There is no better way to celebrate the holiday than taking in a performance of Ballet Etudes’ “The Nutcracker,” now in its 29th year. The ballet was

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founded in 1986 with the intent of duplicating the experience of a professional ballet company for young dancers, and the company has been entertaining ever since.

Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Avenue, Chandler, 480.782.2680, chandlercenter.org

“Hypnotic.

Like a beautiful dream.”

Las Favoritas de Frida: Selections from the Heard Collection THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2016 The Phoenix Fridas is an art collective founded in 2004 by the Crafty Chica herself, Kathy Cano-Murillo. Frida Kahlo inspired this group of local artists. The Fridas went through more than 400 pieces of Mexican art from the Heard’s collection to put together an exhibit of items they felt Frida would have surrounded herself with.

This is a unique and local tie-in to the celebrated artist.

Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, 602.252.8840, heard.org

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nspired by the magical realism of celebrated author Gabriel García Márquez, Florencia en el Amazonas is a journey through the physical and mystical worlds of love, desire, and the mighty Amazon River. Written by the late Mexican composer Daniel Catán, Florencia en el Amazonas was the first Spanish-language opera commissioned in the U.S. and has become a smash sensation around the globe ever since its premiere.

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The holidays are coming, and if you’re not the crafty type (but love the crafty aesthetic!) the Valley is like Etsy in real life.

If you are looking for some decor inspiration, stop by these holiday boutiques and craft events to collect ornaments, decorations, giftable goodies and more.

Sugarplums Holiday Boutique

The Vintage Holiday Charm Boutique

NOVEMBER 12 THROUGH 14 Join over 70 vendors, including Flybird Apparel, Lettercraft, and PB&J Threads, to celebrate all things holiday. Invest your dollars in local businesses at the Sugarplums Holiday Boutique.

Sugarplums Holiday Boutique, 2928 E. Robin Lane, Gilbert, sugarplumelane.bigcartel.com

NOVEMBER 19 THROUGH 21 At The Vintage Holiday Charm intends to help small, crafty businesses grow, selling homemade and vintage products from local vendors.

DenMar Estate, 2600 E. Southern Avenue, Mesa, eastvalleyboutiques.com

Dayspring Holiday Boutique NOVEMBER 13 AND 14 This boutique will have over 60 vendors with an abundance of homemade items.

Dayspring is selling every holiday gift you can imagine including jewelry, clothing, gifts for baby and pets, home décor, toys, and sweets. Breakfast, lunch or dinner are available for purchase from local food trucks vendors Waffle Love, Mustache Pretzels, Coffee Run, Pour Jo Coffee and Dough Mama.

Dayspring United Methodist Church, 1365 E. Elliot Road, Tempe, 480.838.1446, dayspringpreschool.com

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Candy Cane Lane Craft Boutique & Holiday Market Tempe NOVEMBER 20 AND 21 Join in for holiday shopping at the First Baptist Church in Tempe. Shoppers can expect live music, food and a variety of holiday market items and crafts.

First Baptist Church, 4525 S. McClintock Drive, Tempe, 480.839.0926, fbc-tempe.org

58th Annual Christmas Idea House DECEMBER 3 AND 5 The Christmas Idea House is a boutique where all proceeds will benefit students and families of the community. The event will start with a cocktail soiree and a mimosa brunch. Public tours of the idea house and shopping are available each day. Shuttles will transport guests to and from the house.

Christmas Idea House, 6655 E. McDowell Road, Mesa, christmasideahouse.org

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“Man Up”

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NR - 87 MINUTES

Randy Orton plays a former bounty hunter who finds himself on the run as part of a revamped Condemned tournament, in which convicts are forced to fight each other to the death as part of a game that is broadcast to the public. Opens November 6.

Lake Bell plays a woman who is mistaken as a man’s (Simon Pegg) bind date and goes with it. It is going to take a night of pretending to be someone else for her to finally man up and be her painfully honest, awesomely unconventional self. But will he also man up and be able to get over her duplicity? Opens November 20.

“Secret in Their Eyes” PG-13 - 100 MINUTES

Chiwetel Ejiofor, Nicole Kidman and Julia Roberts play a tight-knit team of rising investigators that is suddenly torn apart when they discover that one of their own teenage daughters has been brutally murdered. Opens November 20.

“Heist” R - 90 MINUTES

“The Peanuts Movie” G - 92 MINUTES

Noah Schnapp voices Charlie Brown, the world’s most beloved underdog, who embarks upon an epic and heroic quest, while his best pal—the lovable beagle Snoopy—takes to the skies to pursue his arch-nemesis the Red Baron. Opens November 6.

“Spectre” PG-13 - 150 MINUTES

Daniel Craig reprises his role of James Bond, who receives a cryptic message from his past that sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organization. While M (Ralph Fiennes) battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind “Spectre.” Opens November 6.

Jeffrey Dean Morgan plays a father who, without the means to pay for his daughter’s medical treatment, partners with a greedy co-worker (Dave Bautista) to rob a casino owned by a feared gangster (Robert De Niro). When things go awry, they are forced to hijack a city bus. Opens November 13.

“Love the Coopers” PG-13 - 100 MINUTES

Four generations of extended family come together for their annual Christmas Eve celebration. As the evening unfolds, a series of unexpected visitors and unlikely events turn the night upside down, leading them all toward a surprising rediscovery of family bonds and the spirit of the holiday.

Opens November 13.

“The Good Dinosaur” “The Night Before” R - 100 MINUTES

Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Seth Rogen and Anthony Mackie play friends whose yearly Christmas Eve reunion has been an annual night of debauchery and hilarity. Now that they are entering adulthood, the tradition is coming to an end. And to make it as memorable as possible, they set out to find the Nutcracka Ball—the Holy Grail of Christmas parties. Opens November 20.

Raymond Ochoa voices an Apatosaurus named Arlo, who makes an unlikely human friend. While traveling through a harsh and mysterious landscape, Arlo learns the power of confronting his fears and discovers what he is truly capable of. Opens November 25.

For more movie reviews, in-depth celebrity interviews and behind-the-scenes insights, tune in to breakthrough entertainment 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturdays on KPHX 1480 AM and BreakRadioShow.com.

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JOSEPH’S MOVIE OF THE MONTH

“My All American”

“My All American” will not only make you stand up and cheer; it will also rejuvenate your hope.

The new football flick from the writer of “Rudy” and “Hoosiers” is much more about the human spirit than it is about the sport. Granted, there are plenty of scenes set on the field that will energize genre fans, but it is the story’s heart that will resonate with most moviegoers—and make them a crying wreck as they walk out of the theater. It is a charmingly old fashioned and extremely emotional movie that encourages you to never ever give up.

RANDY’S MOVIE OF THE MONTH

“Tales of Halloween”

Halloween is now a distant memory. “Tales of Halloween” will come and go from the few select theaters it played faster than you can say “trick or treat;” but thanks to the modern day miracle of Video on Demand, you can see it anytime—even on Thanksgiving Day! The movie is a campy and possibly future holiday classic; an anthology of stories taking place in the same town on Halloween. Fun is to be had with cameo appearances and an old-school feel. A must for genre fans and a worthy watch for those that aren’t.

M.V.’S MOVIE OF THE MONTH

“Pan”

This prequel to Peter Pan, focusing on Peter’s early friendship with the young Hook (Garrett Hedlund), hasn’t been well received. But I enjoyed this cheeky, imaginative spectacle. Peter (Levi Miller), a foundling at an orphanage in London, is spirited off by an airborne pirate ship during the Blitz, taken to Neverland, and forced to mine pixie dust for the despotic Blackbeard the Pirate (the brilliant Hugh Jackman) along with throngs of other boys. At times it has an almost Bollywood feel, and it seems safe to say it’s the first version of Peter Pan that quotes Nirvana and The Ramones.

ABOUT THE FILM WRITERS JOSEPH J. AIRDO is a film critic, producer and on-air personality for “Breakthrough Entertainment,” a talk radio show airing 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturdays on KPHX 1480 AM and BreakRadioShow.com, which shines a spotlight on the practical perspectives of the topics and themes explored in movies. He has a pet duck named Frozen who is as opinionated about movies as he is.

Email him at joseph.airdo@gmail.com.

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RANDY MONTGOMERY is a Los Angeles-based film critic who lived in, and still loves, Arizona. Living within walking distance of multiple major studios is a dream come true for this longtime movie buff. While not sitting in the dark and munching on popcorn with extra butter, you can find him riding roller coasters and enjoying the arts. Email him at randymwriter@yahoo.com.

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M.V. MOORHEAD has won five first-place Arizona

Press Club awards for criticism. His reviews and other writings appear in Wrangler News (wranglernews. com), Phoenix Magazine and on The Robot’s Voice (therobotsvoice.com) as well as his own blog, Less Hat, Moorhead (mvmoorhead. blogspot.com). A native of Pennsylvania, he lives in Phoenix with his wife, kid and three Chihuahuas with five eyeballs between them. Email him at mvmoorhead@cox.net.

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THE VOICE OFA GIRL A chat with ‘He Named Me Malala’ director Davis Guggenheim Jasmine Kemper » The Entertainer!

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alala Yousafzai, a normal teenage girl from the Swat Valley in Pakistan, spoke out against the Taliban by saying girls should be educated. She became a target and was shot in the head on the way home from school in October 2012. Now, at 18 years old, she is an advocate for girls’ education all around the world and is the youngest-ever Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

Academy Award-winning director and producer Davis Guggenheim spent over a year in Birmingham, England with Malala and her family to bring her story to life. His past works include “Waiting for Superman” and “An Inconvenient Truth,” which won an Oscar for Best Documentary in 2007.

The Entertainer! spoke with Guggenheim about his favorite moments with Malala and how her courage is influencing young girls all over the world.

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girls? Do you think girls all over the world can relate to her story?

Guggenheim: Whenever I make my movies I want to visualize who the audience will be. So when I made “Inconvenient Truth,” I thought of my cousins who live in Ohio, a swing state. And I wanted the movie to convince them.

It wasn’t enough to make a movie that played to people who already agreed with me, I wanted to make a movie that kind of actually did some good in changing minds and make people realize that climate change is real.

When I made this movie, I made the movie imagining my own two daughters watching it. I’m a father. I have two daughters. I imagined a girl in the Valley in Los Angeles. I imagined a Japanese girl in Tokyo. I imagined a girl, a Pashtun girl in the Swat Valley watching it. To me I wanted the story to speak to girls. I wanted girls to feel like this was their story.

That sounds odd, because, of course, I’m a 51-year-old man who’s not them. So what I did was I did these extensive interviews with Malala and her father, mostly Malala, and tried to make the movie—my

process was to help her tell her own story so that it felt like it was told from the voice of a girl and from her perspective.

So my dream is that girls feel like it’s their movie and they own it. This weekend or next weekend they tell their parents, I want to go see this movie or they tell their friends or their boyfriend or their family, I want to go see this.

What was your favorite moment with Malala and her family?

My favorite moment. That’s a good question. There’s so many. In all my movies that I’ve ever made, I’ve never felt so close to a family before and there’s a lot of love exchanged between my family and her family. My kids are close with their kids.

So there’s not one moment particularly, but just the sense of— It’s really kind of corny, but you—telling a story has a way of bridging barriers and this experience for me is to meet this family from the other part of the world with a religion I didn’t quite understand, a culture I didn’t quite understand. That was a beautiful thing for me to know this family and to open my mind.

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A large portion of the film focuses on Malala’s everyday life with her friends and family. I was wondering if one of your objectives of the movie was to give Malala a chance to just be a normal teenage girl rather than this international speaker and advocate?

Yes. I mean, first of all, my experience was walking into their home that this is a really fun, joyful place and I didn’t realize that their family was just like my family.

Even though they’re a Muslim family from 7,000 miles away from my home, they were arm-wrestling and teasing each other. Malala was like any other girl— opening up her laptop and looking at pictures of Brad Pitt.

It was really important to me to show that side of her. That she’s just a normal girl. It’s too easy for us to make our heroes untouchable and put them on a pedestal. Well, I could never be like her. Truth is she is just an ordinary girl who became famous because she was brave and she made an extraordinary choice in her life to speak out.

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THE BEST FOOD EVENTS

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Chiles and Chocolate Festival NOVEMBER 6 THROUGH 8 Sweet and spicy is always a good combination! Spend the weekend indulging in chocolate and chile dishes from the best vendors in the southwest. Things will get even spicier with live music and dance performances all weekend from DJ Seduce and performances of Spanish, Latin and Brazilian dances

by Stilo Dance Company, Yumi La Rosa and Axe Folclorico.

Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, 480.941.1225, dbg.org

Chandler Chuck Wagon Cook-Off NOVEMBER 6 AND 7 Go back to the Wild West at the sixth annual Chuck Wagon CookOff. This two-day culinary event will feature authentic chuck wagons cooking up cuisine using old style cooking methods. Teams will win prizes for the best dishes

and attendees can purchase these delicious meals while enjoying live music, food demonstrations, vendors, tours and more!

Tumbleweed Ranch, 2250 S. McQueen Road, Chandler, 480.782.2717, chandleraz.gov, times vary, free

Cooks and Corks NOVEMBER 6 Cooks and Corks is back for another year of top-quality food and drinks.

Top chefs from around the Valley will be dishing up some of their best menu items for guests to taste throughout the night. This outdoor culinary event will also feature winemakers serving delicious spirits and craft beers from around the world.

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale, 10600 E. Crescent Moon Drive, Scottsdale, 480.945.7193, cooksandcorks.org, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., $125

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Friendly House Tamale Dinner and Festival NOVEMBER 7 The Tamale Dinner and Festival is celebrating its 80th year, making it the longest-running fundraiser in the state. Local restaurants will be competing in a “Battle of the Tamales” judged by leaders and attendees. There will be tons of tamales, kid’s activities, live music and dance performances from Ballet Folklorico Primavera, Guitarras Latinas and more. Local desserts and alcoholic beverages will also be available for all the foodies!

Arizona Center, 400 E. Van Buren Street, Phoenix, tamaledinner.com, 12 p.m. to 7 p.m., $10-$20

Champagne and Oysters at Central Bistro NOVEMBER 7 Reserve your spot today for champagne and oysters with Central Bistro. Freshly-shucked oysters from the east and west coasts will be served alongside choice champagnes from Nicolas Feuillate. Guests can also dine on food from Central Bistro’s fall menu for even more deliciousness.

Central Bistro, 3160 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 480.646.8560, centralbistroaz.com, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., $55

BREAKFAST!

Great American Foodie Fest NOVEMBER 13 THROUGH 15 The Great American Foodie Fest is one of the biggest food festivals on the West Coast and is a combination of food vendors, restaurants and gourmet food trucks that have been featured on the Food Network, Travel Channel and the Cooking Channel. Along with the delicious fare, there will be cooking demonstrations, carnival rides, eating contests and a beer garden!

Tempe Diablo Stadium, 2200 W. Alameda Drive, Tempe, 702.410.8565, greatamericanfoodiefest.com/, times vary, $10 day, $15 weekend

Phoenix Pizza Festival NOVEMBER 21 Pizza lovers, listen up! The founder of the Arizona Taco Festival, Scottsdale Beer Palooza, and Arizona BBQ Festival is presenting the first annual pizza festival at Civic Space Park.

Fifteen of the best pizza makers in the Valley will be serving up pizzas at $2 a slice and up. There will also be live bands, lawn games, local vendors, desserts and kid’s zone and more.

Wash down all that cheesy goodness with 10 craft beer and wine brands and plenty of other beverages like tea, soda, coffee and more.

Civic Space Park, 424 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, 602.326.7469, phoenix.pizza, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., $10

LUNCH!

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Leave Thanksgiving to the experts at these local restaurants Jasmine Kemper » The Entertainer!

If you don’t feel like cooking for Thanksgiving this year, let these Valley restaurants do the work for you! Whether you’re looking for a traditional turkey dinner or a plentiful feast, try out some of these specials offered by your favorite local eateries.

Chompie’s With Chompie’s help, you can order a family-sized Thanksgiving feast that serves 12 to 15 people! All four of their Valley locations will be open for business on Thanksgiving Day, serving up delicious dishes like oven roasted turkey, pumpkin pie, stuffing and matzo ball soup. Order one of their full course meal packages or opt for dine-in service for a stress-free holiday.

Chompie’s, 9301 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale, 480.860.0475, chompies.com

delicious fare. Treat yourself to something special this holiday season. Cooking is overrated anyway.

The Market Restaurant + Bar by Jennifer’s, 3603 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, 602.579.5327, themarketphx.com

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items like maple roasted turkey, honey baked ham, rosemary crusted prime rib, cornbread stuffing and garlic roasted mashed potatoes. Save room for desserts like fudge brownies and an ice cream bar!

At $20 per adult and $10 for kids, the family can celebrate turkey day with food and fun activities like a petting zoo and a rock climbing wall. Yee haw!

Rawhide Western Town, 5700 W. North Loop Road, Chandler, 480.502.5600, rawhide.com

El Chorro El Chorro is bringing you classy dining this Thanksgiving. Order some organic turkey, pan-roasted salmon or herbroasted beef tenderloin, and finish off with delicious apple cobbler or bourbon pecan tarts. For $65 per person and $24 for children, the whole family can enjoy an upscale meal at an affordable price.

El Chorro, 5550 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, 480.948.5170, elchorro.com

The Market Restaurant + Bar

by Jennifer’s The Market Restaurant + Bar by Jennifer’s is bringing Thanksgiving dinner to the next level. The $180 package serves six people and includes dishes such as a whole roasted turkey with beer butter and cranberry orange relish, whipped potatoes with fresh herbs, pumpkin pie with spiced whipped cream and even more

maison, indulge in a traditional ham or turkey dinner and finish the meal off with a sweet treat from their dessert tray. From 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., you can have all of this for $44 per person.

Bobby’s Restaurant and Lounge, 7122 E. Greenway Parkway, Scottsdale, 480.556.0770, mancusosrestaurant.com

Buca di Beppo Get your Italian fix with Buca di Beppo.

Order up a traditional turkey or ham dinner with homestyle gravy, garlic mashed potatoes and spicy Italian sausage stuffing. Make your reservations today to dine at the restaurant or take this homemade feast home with you.

Buca di Beppo, 3828 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.949.6622, bucadibeppo.com

Bobby’s Restaurant and Lounge

Rawhide Western Town

Bobby’s is bringing a delicious four-course menu to your table this year. Start off with a shrimp cocktail or butternut squash ravioli, cleanse your palate with a salad

From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Rawhide Western Town will be serving up a Thanksgiving dinner fit for every buckaroo. There will be a homestyle western buffet with menu

Green New American Vegetarian Celebrate the eight annual “Thanksliving” with a 100 percent vegan and gluten-free menu at Green New American Vegetarian.

With fresh vegetable dishes like fried Brussels sprouts and smoked paprika sweet corn, their menu is sure to satisfy carnivores, too. Gobble down some tasty food while enjoying live music, kid’s events and vegan vendors. Adult tickets are $25 and kids tickets are $9.

Green New American Vegetarian, 2240 N. Scottsdale Road, Tempe, 480.941.9003, greenvegetarian.com

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ave your taste buds been feeling a little bored lately? Dulled by the same bland cooking day in and day out? Prepare to get the taste bud shakeup of the year this month.

Ladies and gentlemen, get your palates ready because the Great American Foodie Fest is prepared to take you on the culinary adventure of a lifetime.

Join over 50 food trucks and vendors from around the country as they descend upon Tempe Diablo Stadium from Friday, November 13 through Sunday, November 15, trucking in all of the national recognition and buzz they can carry.

We’re not ones to drop names, so don’t tell anyone we told you, but national sensations like The Main Lobster Lady, Pearson’s Cajun Food, El Shuko, Dragon Grille and (GASP!) White Castle. (Yeah, the real White Castle. On wheels. None of this frozen food section stuff.!)

These food trucks have garnered attention from Food Network, The Cooking Channel, Travel Channel and more. See if they live up to the hype and wash it all down with sponsors Bud Light and Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Just come hungry!

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En garde! Our Dueling Diners love each other when they’re not reviewing restaurants, but when the meal comes, their flaws are fair game Christina Caldwell and Andrew Axelrod » The Entertainer!

ANDREW’S ACCOUNT:

CHRISTINA’S ACCOUNT: Andrew and I first got together five years ago, and I’ve been hearing about this damn mac and cheese ever since.

Andrew had only ever gone to Hard Rock Cafe once, and their Twisted Mac, Chicken & Cheese has since become the stuff of legend. It has had time to build its reputation in his mind, and memories of spicy, creamy, totally rockin’ goodness frequently crept into his head, and as such, into my ears.

Forget his admiration for Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan—this mac and cheese was the real, elusive rock star in his life.

Since it’s been so long since he was last at Hard Rock Cafe, I figured the Twisted Mac was now as dead as JH and SRV. Downtown Phoenix is a bit of a ghost town on Tuesday nights, and since nothing was going on at Talking Stick Resort Arena, things felt a bit eerie. Maybe it was Roy Orbison’s motorcycle or Steven Tyler’s skull shirt that felt a bit spooky (OOOoooOOoo, cheap polyester!), but there was a feeling in the air that something had been resurrected.

Then we looked at the menu. To our shock, like rock-and-rollers of years past, the Twisted Mac lives on at Hard Rock Cafe Phoenix. Still recouping from the blitz of cowboys from the Garth Brooks concert the previous weekend, our friendly server had no idea about the expectations that were placed on the food he’d deliver.

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Andrew would get the Twisted Mac, he suggested that we get the Spinach Artichoke Dip to start, because why get to the star of the show right away? Our opening act was the cheesy, delicious foreplay to Andrew’s cheesy, delicious main course with crispy, well-seasoned flatbread and ooey gooey, cheesy artichoke goodness.

As regular readers of Dueling Diners know, Andrew operates on a diet of 50 percent meat and 50 percent cheese.

However, my body operates on a human diet, so I went with the Grilled Norwegian Salmon entree, realistically not expecting much. I was wrong.

The perfectly-cooked salmon was accompanied by a sweet-and-spicy, light barbeque sauce and a bit of butter to bring out its fattiness. But I have to admit, Andrew’s Twisted Mac was living up to its rock star reputation.

The creamy cavatappi pasta shined with its spicy three-cheese stage presence, opening my world to a ton of rock-based food puns instantly. It was brash, it was sexy... it just rocked.

Andrew and I rolled on out of there, and I’m not just saying that for the pun.

After a cheese overdose, Andrew crumpled to the floor and forced me to roll his lifeless body to the car.

“Try the Twisted Mac,” I recommended to other patrons as I apologized for rolling Andrew’s cheesefilled head into bar top tables. “But maybe save half of it for later.”

“Walk this way,” our server said as we entered Hard Rock Café.

We were sat in a comfy booth and I surveyed the restaurant. I’m not the most sharp-dressed man, which is just fine for Hard Rock, a casually fun atmosphere where people can come together and find some satisfaction.

On this crazy train of life, sometimes all you want is cheese, but Christina and I were at a crossroads.

“The Spinach Artichoke Dip is sending me some good vibrations. What do you think?” I asked Christina.

“I still haven’t found what I’m looking for,” she said.

“Look, you can’t always get what you want. I’m ordering this appetizer with or without you.” I replied like a rambling man.

Our appetizer arrived shortly and Christina prodded the cheese daintily like a virgin. I plowed right in, hungry like the wolf. An eruption of flavor, the spinach and artichoke dip is Hard Rock’s pride and joy. It’s a slow ride of creamy spinach and served with a parmesan flatbread. It was just what I needed.

Looking over the menu for our main courses, the Twisted Mac, Chicken

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& Cheese caught my eye like some kind of space oddity. I know, I know, we had just consumed a significant amount of cheese with our appetizer, but I was born to be wild.

There was something in the air tonight and Christina denied her inner cheesy desires by ordering the salmon, attempting to appear classy like an L.A. woman. But I could see what her lyin’ eyes really wanted.

Maybe I’m amazed easily, but the Twisted Mac, Chicken & Cheese was like cocaine. Just imagine free fallin’ into a southwest flavor bomb of parmesan and roasted red peppers. This dish will rock you like a hurricane and I was left comfortably numb.

Christina’s salmon was made with a whole lotta love and sweet emotion. But behind blue eyes I could see she secretly wished she hadn’t been blinded by the light and ordered my entrée. Christina ain’t too proud to beg, but my meal was already gone. Who’s crying now?

Profoundly satisfied, Christina and I got into our yellow submarine, piloted by a horse with no name and set off all along the watchtower before finally ascending the stairway to heaven. Barracuda.

3 S. Second Street, Phoenix, 602.261.7625, hardrock.com

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404 S. Mill Avenue, Suite 101, Tempe Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday 9 p.m. to close $3 wells, wines and select drafts and half off select food items

3 S. Second Street, Phoenix Phoenix Suns’ game days $4 cans

1033 N. Dobson Road, #104, Mesa Monday through Friday, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. $1.50 of all Arizona drafts and house wines

1760 W. Chandler Boulevard, Chandler Daily 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. $1 off all alcohol, but ask about daily specials!

For example, Wednesday is $3 pints of craft beer all day!

3622 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. $2 off all drafts, $1 off bottles, cans, liquor and wine and food specials

5550 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley Monday through Saturday 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. $3 glass of house wine and domestic bottled beer and $5 El Chorro Margaritas and well drinks

7210 E. 2nd Street, Scottsdale Daily, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 11 a.m. to close on Thursdays $1 Off all party starter appetizers, $1.50 PBRs, Domestic Pints $2.50, Premium Pints $3.50, $1 off shots, wines by glass and specialty drinks

50 W. Jefferson Street, #240, Phoenix Daily 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. $2 domestic drafts, $3 craft/import drafts and well drinks, $4 premium cocktails, house wine

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and food specials

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4222 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale 20831 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 117, Scottsdale Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. $3 domestic pints, $4 local pints, domestic aluminum bottles and premium well drinks, $5 house wines

16000 N. Maricopa Road, Maricopa Monday through Friday 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and all day Sunday $3 well drinks, house wines and 16 oz. domestic drafts

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6922 E. Main Street, Scottsdale Daily 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. $1 off all beers and $2 off all wines

5070 S. Gilbert Road, Suite 400, Chandler Monday through Friday 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. $1 off all wines by the glass, $2 off all signature drinks and $1 off all appetizers

715 S. McClintock Drive, Tempe Daily 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. $1 off all alcohol

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15681 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. $6 wines by the glass, specialty cocktails and pitcher of Arizona/OHSO beer

8608 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. $1 off all Scottsdale Beer Company beers, well drinks, wines by the glass and food specials

Stockyards Steakhouse

5009 E. Washington Street, #115, Phoenix Monday through Friday, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. $2 off draft beer and Saloon Snacks, $3 domestic bottles, $4 well drinks and $5 house wine with complimentary tenderloin sliders

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7607 E. McDowell, Scottsdale Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. $3.50 domestic drafts and bottles, $5.25 house wines and $8.99 domestic pitchers

4175 N. Goldwater Boulevard, Scottsdale Daily 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. $3 beers, $4 well drinks, $5 wines and $6 cocktails

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Wine and Champagne are $5 and appetizers are $6

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Select beers $3, well drinks $3 and select glasses of wine $5

9053 E. Baseline Road, Mesa, 2115 E. Rittenhouse Road, Queen Creek; Brewery: 4921 E. Ray Road, Phoenix Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday through Thursday, 10 p.m. to close $3.50 Uncle Bears craft pints, domestic bottles, wells & house margs, $4.50 22 oz. Uncle Bears crafts, guest craft pints, Deep Eddy cocktails & house wine, $5.50 22 oz. guest crafts & sangria

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Beer Over Here

Drink up at any of these Valley beer events this month Jasmine Kemper » The Entertainer!

Bacon, Blues and Brews

NOVEMBER 7 If you’re a beer and bacon lover, head to Founder’s Park for the Bacon, Blues and Brews Festival in Queen Creek. This one-day celebration will feature live music from country and blues artists Matt Farris, Arizona Moonshine, Soulective and Ashley Wineland. Local craft brews from North Mountain Brewing Company, The Perch Brewery, Blackwater Brewing Company and more will be available throughout the day alongside bacon-inspired dishes.

Kids can enjoy a fun zone while adults drink wine and visit bacon and beer vendors.

Founder’s Park, 22407 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, baconbluesandbrewsaz.com, 1 p.m. to 10 p.m., $10 adv, $12 doe

North Mountain Brewing Blues Brews & Arts Festival NOVEMBER 8 The Blues Brews and Arts Festival is the perfect combination of blues music and the local art community.

Join North Mountain Brewing for

music performances by Hans Olson, Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns and many more. You can spend the day perusing dozens of art and crafts vendors, eating delicious food and enjoying ice cold brews in the perfect weather!

North Mountain Brewing Company, 522 E. Dunlap Avenue, Phoenix, 602.861.5999, nmbluesbrewsandartsfest.com, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., $10 adv, $13 doe

Red, White and Brew Festival

NOVEMBER 14 The Red, White and Brew Festival is back for an exciting second year at Ground Control! Over 30 breweries including Mother Road Brewing, Uncle Bear’s, Sierra Nevada, Fate Brewing, Firestone Walker and more will be showcased. Admission includes a souvenir cup and 15 tasters. Come spend the afternoon enjoying beer, music and hanging out with other craft brew lovers.

Ground Control, 4860 N. Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, 623.535.9066, brownpapertickets.com, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., $30 adv, $35 doe

Birds ‘N Beer

NOVEMBER 19 Head to the Audubon Center to learn about Arizona birds and other animals while enjoying an ice cold beer. Every third Thursday of the month, guests can sip on a Four Peaks beer and other snacks while mingling with other nature lovers.

This month’s topic is “Birds in World-Class Photography.” Come meet the Audubon 2015 National Photo Award Winner, Nathaniel Smalley, who is a photographer, conservationist and instructor.

Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, 602.468.6470, riosalado.audubon.org, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., free

Seasonal Beer Sampling

NOVEMBER 22 Head to Whole Foods Market in Tempe for a beer sampling that will prepare you for the holiday season.

Spend the afternoon sampling beers from various breweries until you find that special seasonal beer to bring home to your family for Thanksgiving.

Whole Foods Market, 5120 S. Rural Road, Tempe, 480.456.1400, wholefoodsmarket.com, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., free

Grand Canyon Pumpkin and Pies

NOVEMBER 24 Get your pumpkin pie fix just in time for Thanksgiving! You’ll have a chance to sample Grand Canyon Brewing Company’s Pumpkin Porter on draft.

EVO will also be serving up some homemade pies straight from their kitchen to pair with your seasonal craft brew.

EVO, 4175 N. Goldwater Boulevard, Scottsdale, 480.265.9814, az.crescentcrown.com, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., free

Beer Pairing for the Holidays

NOVEMBER 25 While you’re out shopping for your next holiday extravaganza, let AJ’s Fine Foods help you choose the best brews. This month they recommend Ballast Point Sculpin IPA. This delicious beer has hints of apricot, peach, mango and lemon that is sure to be a hit with your party guests.

AJ’s Fine Foods, 31311 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.575.6200, ajsfinefoods.com, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., free

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Forget about wine pairings! We hail the hop. We’re all about pairing our favorite craft brews with delicious dishes from Valley restaurants.

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“It’s a classic Belgian dish called ‘Moules Frites,’ which means mussels and fries. It’s traditionally a big bowl of mussels that’s cooked in this beer broth with a few spices added in there. You get some French fries as well, and they kind of soak up the broth and it’s awesome. We decided to get a really great Belgian style beer called Hennepin from Ommegang. It’s American made from New York but it’s a very classic-styled Belgian beer called Saison.

It’s sort of a lighter ale, kind of gold in color and has a spicy flavor.

We use that same beer in the broth for our mussels and fries. It’s steamed with this beer so it picks up a lot of the same flavor notes.

You lose some of the fruitiness when you use it in the actual dish, so having it side-by-side, you’ll be able to see the harmoniousness of the flavors. The lighter Belgian style is a really good pairing for seafood dishes. With something like mussels, which is a milder seafood, you want to go with lighter beer­­—nothing that’s going to overwhelm your palate.” —Zach Fowle, Marketing Director

Pedal Haus Brewery

730 S. Mill Avenue, Tempe, 480.314.2337, pedalhausbrewery.com

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t Mad Hatter Brew Pub, craft beer is their specialty.

Combine that with delicious food and a spacious patio and you’ve got the recipe for the perfect hangout spot.

For beer expert Mike Driscoll, craft beer is more than a beverage—it’s a way of life. We asked him about his love of craft beer and why the Mad Hatter should be your next stop for an ice cold brew.

What makes craft beer so special?

For me there’s definitely more taste to it. I think also people know it’s not getting mass produced. When you get mass produced beer it’s not getting the same care. They’re not developing it the same way. With craft beer, you know there are a couple guys who literally took weeks and weeks to make that beer special.

How did you get interested in beer?

My old man ran a bar growing up so I was always hanging out in bars. It’s kind of a natural thing for me. I started drinking it when I got into college and started work-

ing in bars and was like “Damn, this stuff is pretty good.”

Why is Mad Hatter a great place for craft beer lovers?

Because we rotate our taps. We have eight taps and we rotate them all the time. So you could have a beer that you really love and we’re probably not going to have it on for more than a month before we give something else a shot. We’ll bring it back, but we rotate the taps constantly. Right now, the one that’s been on there the longest is the Mad Hatter Amber from Odell and the Founders IPA. What is your favorite part about the craft beer culture?

Talking to people who understand the beer process. The beer tastings are probably the best part because we get to meet all the owners—the guys that brew the beer. For example, the guy that runs Four Peaks is in here all the time talking to us and giving us tastes of new stuff. We have a good relationship with them. It’s nice to have that access.

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What’s your favorite craft beer?

I’m a big fan of seasonals. So right now it’s pretty much anything Oktoberfest style. They’re probably my favorite beers of the year.

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BeerFinder DIRECTORY Where to find the best craft beer bars in town

Craft 64

6922 E. Main Street, Scottsdale Craft 64 is proud to offer 36 local Arizona beers on tap in the heart of Scottsdale. Arizona beers only!

Mellow Mushroom Pizza

2490 W. Happy Valley Road, 5350 E. High Street, 740 S. Mill Avenue Locations throughout the Valley Incredible Pizza and amazing beer make Mellow the place to go for a craft beer experience.

Papago Brewing Company 7107 E. McDowell Road, Scottsdale The granddaddy of Arizona beer bars, there is something for every beer lover at Papago.

Boulders on Broadway

530 W. Broadway Road, Tempe Boulders has the appeal of a neighborhood bar with a beer list that’ll make your eyes pop.

Hungry Monk

1760 W. Chandler Boulevard, Chandler Whether you want great wings or great beer, Hungry Monk’s selection is tough to beat.

Harvey American Public House

1524 E. Williamsfield Road, Gilbert First class food and first class beer, all set away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Goldwater Brewing Co.

3608 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale This new brewery is already making waves with their desert inspired brews--and names. Check out their Scotch’Dale Scottish style ale.

Spokes on Southern

1470 E. Southern Avenue, Tempe A comfortable bike-themed grill with 24 draft handles and food made from scratch.

Culinary Dropout

5640 N. Seventh Street, 7135 E. Camelback Road Locations in Phoenix and Scottsdale Located at The Yard, Culinary Dropout has everything you look for in a great restaurant experience, especially great beer.

Scottsdale Beer Company

8608 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale Quality craft beer made right here in Scottsdale.

Happy hour from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday with $1 off all Scottsdale Beer Company beers, well drinks, wines by the glass and all small bites and starters!

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Phoenix Public Market Café

4420 N. Saddlebag Trail Scottsdale Dierks Bentley has been known to kick back with a craft beer or two, and so can you at his digs.

Garage Wine and Tap

1534 E. Bethany Home Road, Phoenix With a small selection of great beers and a reputation for outstanding food, Garage should be on your list.

Thirsty Lion

Copper Blues/Stand Up Live

50 W. Jefferson Street, Phoenix Have a beer and a meal at Copper Blues before the stand-up show. You won’t even worry if it’s sold out.

Brat Haus

3622 N. Scottsdale Road Scottsdale The name says it all--brats, pretzels, Belgian fries and plenty of craft “bier” to make everyone happy.

Cold Beer and Cheeseburgers 4222 N. Scottsdale Road, 20831 N. Scottsdale Road Scottsdale Do we need to say more? The name spells out everything you need to know.

2337 N. Seventh Street Phoenix A charming old home is the location for this Coronado neighborhood hangout spot.

Pig & Pickle

House of Brews Sports Bar 825 S. Cooper Road Gilbert Is it a sports bar or a craft beer bar? It’s both!

The PERCH Pub & Brewery

232 S. Wall Street, Chandler Located in historic Downtown Chandler, this brewery and pub not only has delicious craft brews, but is also home to a collection of beautiful, brightly colored rescue birds!

Union Barrel House

3636 N. Scottsdale Road Scottsdale Look for a changing selection of taps along with great food.

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Fox Cigar Bar

1464 E. Williams Field Road Gilbert Cigar fans, this should be your stop for cigars and great craft beer. Enjoy a walk in the humidor, the dark wood bar and a patio that is perfect for a cigar and a beer.

World of Beer

526 S. Mill Avenue, 2224 E. Williamsfield Road Locations in Tempe and Gilbert Let these fine folks take you around the world with over 50 taps and 400 bottles. You are bound to find your favorite beer.

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Main Ingredient Ale House

2922 N. Hayden Road Scottsdale A restaurant that focuses on balance and quality, Pig & Pickle doesn’t skimp when it comes to their craft beer selection, either.

2000 E. Rio Salado Parkway Tempe Plenty of great taps and plenty of room to hang out, let someone else do the shopping at Tempe Marketplace.

Flanny’s Bar and Grill

14 E. Pierce Street Phoenix The Phoenix Public Market Café is a casual urban hangout offering breakfast, lunch, dinner and great beer.

4860 N. Litchfield Road Litchfield Park Fresh roasted coffee and an ever-changing selection of good beer, including a fantastic import selection, make this one of the top spots in the West Valley.

The Brass Tap

1033 N. Dobson Road, Suite 104 Mesa Over 60 Taps of great craft beers and over 300 total craft beers from around the globe available!

Casually upscale atmosphere, open-air patio that is cigar-friendly, nice menu, daily specials, live music and knowledgeable staff. What more could you ask for!

Uncle Bear’s Brewery

4921 E. Ray Road, Phoenix Stop by to enjoy some local craft beer including Uncle Bear’s and other guest taps as well as delicious bites and a great happy hour!

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Peoria Beer Festival serves up suds on the diamond at Peoria Sports Complex

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op heads, prepare to get sudsy. Peoria Beer Festival is bringing craft beer to the West Valley in a one-day-only celebration of all things barley and malty.

Join the Peoria Diamond Club and Peoria North Rotary Club as they bring dozens of craft brewers to the baseball diamond at Peoria Sports Complex on Saturday, November 7, including buzzworthy names like Odell Brewing Co., Mudshark Brewery and North Coast Brewing Co., plus locals like Mother Road Brewing Co., Sleepy Dog Brewing, Peoria Artisan Brewery and more.

No beer tasting is complete without bites to complement your IPA, porter or brown ale, and Peoria Beer Festival has you covered. Grimaldi’s will be serving us their mouthwatering pizzas, plus you can grab grub from The Haymaker Restaurant Co., Jimmy John’s and the newly-opened Glendale fave, The Wing Counter.

The all-inclusive event benefits the youth charities at the Peoria Diamond Club and Peoria North Rotary Club and will include a silent auction, live entertainment from Chad Freeman and

Redline, and a silent auction, packed with beer and baseball goodies, plus other fun stuff.

Tickets are on sale now for a discounted price, or buy yours at the gate. The VIP Premium admission is worth the extra splurge, with reserved parking, early entry and an exclusive lounge area available for $60. Standard VIP entry includes all of the beer, wine and food samplings you can handle for $45 and the Designated Driver admission gets responsible types in the doors onthe-cheap.

Get ready to party for a good cause, because this one is bound to be a home run.

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s craft beer continues its rise in popularity, and with a new brewery opening virtually every day across the United States, brewers have, at times, risen to celebrity status.

They are the stars of the beer festival; the people that everyone wants to meet and get their picture taken with. But is it all fun and games being a brewer?

We interviewed Chase Saraiva and Nick Pauley of SanTan Brewing Company, Arizona’s second-largest craft brewery, to give us some insight on what it is like in a typical day in the life of a brewer.

The Entertainer!: What made you want to become brewer?

Pauley: It’s very interdisciplinary, involving many different fields such as biology, chemistry and physics. I like the adrenaline rush from brewing since you are always multi-tasking.

Saraiva: It’s cool to be part of something that shaped early civilizations way back when. Brewing is a very “circular” activity.

You get ingredients from the earth to make the beer (grain, yeast, water, hops).

The beer kept early civilizations alive when potable water was unavailable. Byproducts of the grain can be fed to livestock which later feeds us, in the form of steaks and burgers; thus very circular.

What is something the average person doesn’t know about being a brewer?

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cleaning, cooking and reading. Besides all the cleaning and sanitizing we do, we “cook” our beer in the form of mashing then boiling, usually in pretty warm temperatures here in Phoenix. And the reading part is ongoing. We are always studying to learn more. That part never stops, but it’s a great part of being a brewer. Another misconception about brewers that I can refute is that we don’t drink beer on the job all day as many people would assume. But a beer after work is always a great way to end the day.

What’s up with the beard fascination among the brewing community?

Saraiva: It’s probably just a fad but it binds brewers together; makes them recognizable. It’s really more of perceived notion that brewers are “manly” outdoorsmen—basically the opposite of a business executive—so in effect, separating themselves from the corporate America look, being anti-establishment.

Pauley: As a former desk job engineer, this is my way of being anti-establishment.

It’s either long hair, tattoos or beards, and since I’ve already had long hair, this is the natural next progression.

How did you get your start in brewing?

Pauley: I started as a homebrewer. I joined a homebrew club, S.N.O.B. of Cleveland, Ohio, where I was from. I thought beer was awesome and I wanted to find a way to turn my passion into my job. Being engineering-minded, I found there was a lot of engineering in beer. I absorbed all I could from fellow homebrew

club members and other local brewers. I continued to hone my skills homebrewing, then I got a job at Thirsty Dog Brewing Company in Akron, Ohio working in the brewery (but not brewing). I finished my engineering degree then I went on to the Siebel Brewing Academy in Chicago and received my brewing degree. SanTan Brewing Company ... recruited me. I accepted the job and relocated and have been brewing there now for almost a year.

Saraiva: I started homebrewing as well. But I decided I wanted to get into beer professionally even before I started homebrewing. I went to college with the goal of being a dentist. Seeing teeth all day didn’t seem as appealing when push came to shove, and I decided to follow a path I would truly enjoy. Beer was something I truly enjoyed and decided to follow that path, learning all I could as quickly as possible.

What is your favorite beer to drink at SanTan? How about outside of SanTan? Pauley: Favorite SanTan beer is Lemon Bar White IPA. My favorite beer outside our portfolio would have to be Saison du Pont because I love saisons, especially the signature black pepper notes in that beer along with the crisp refreshing character, which is perfect in this climate. I’m also a big fan of the Chimay Grand Cru. Saraiva: Favorite SanTan beer is Experimental Hop 06300 IPA, a single hop IPA we did last winter. My favorite beer outside our portfolio would have to be Cantillon Kriek, though it’s quite difficult to find. My favorite readily available beer has to be Orval, one of the original seven Trappist Breweries.

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NOVEMBER 14 Itality

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NOVEMBER 2 Chad Freeman and Redline

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NOVEMBER 3 Flavour

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NOVEMBER 4 Karen & Pat

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Stanley Serano Trio

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NOVEMBER 6 The Yardbirds

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SuperHero Band

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NOVEMBER 6 Paradise City: Tribute to Guns N’ Roses The Showroom at Casino Arizona, casinoarizona.com

Pima Express

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NOVEMBER 7 Pima Express

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Paradise City: Tribute to Guns N’ Roses The Showroom at Casino Arizona, casinoarizona.com

Eric Burdon & The Animals The Lounge at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, harrahsakchin.com

NOVEMBER 9 Chad Freeman and Redline

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NOVEMBER 10 Flavour

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Steven Wright

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NOVEMBER 16 Chad Freeman and Redline

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NOVEMBER 18 Walkens Duo

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Stanley Serano Trio

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NOVEMBER 13 Thaddeus Rose

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The Walkens

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Fan Halen: A Tribute to the Music of Van Halen

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Stateline

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NOVEMBER 27 Phillip Bauer

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Stateline

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Scott Weiland and the Wildabouts

NOVEMBER 6 Starting this year, Scott Weiland will take the stage with his new band, Scott Weiland and the Wildabouts.

Weiland made a name for himself in now-legendary bands Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver. The bands composed many hits, including “Sex Type Thing,” “Creep,” and “The Big Empty.” If you are a fan of Weiland’s former self, then The Wildabouts are bound to grab your attention.

Wild Horse Pass, 5040 W. Wild Horse Pass Boulevard, Chandler, 520.796.7777, wingilariver.com/ wild-horse-pass

David Spade

NOVEMBER 7 The legendary “Saturday Night Live” cast member and Emmy Award nominee is making a special appearance with his stand-up routine here in his hometown. For years Spade has perfected his unique comedic style with a blend of sarcasm and sharp wit. You might recognize his other work, from successful shows like “Just Shoot Me” and “Rules of Engagement,” along with children’s flicks like “Emperor’s New Groove” and “Hotel Transylvania.” If Spade has you laughing through the television screen, there is no doubt he will hit every funny bone you have with his stand-up.

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NOVEMBER 7 Prepare to watch the pros duke it out because the World Fighting Federation is presenting a match that’s sure to get bloody, with the first bout starting at 7:30 p.m. The WFF provides amateur fighters a chance to build a future career in the MMA. Tracing back the WFF’s roots, the founders of the company began their personal careers right here in Arizona.

Welcome back the Arizona-rooted WFF, as well as the fighters who are increasing the prominence of mixed martial arts.

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Melissa Etheridge

NOVEMBER 13 Performing songs off her latest album, This is M.E., American rock singer, songwriter and guitarist, Melissa Etheridge, is bringing her classic sound back to the Valley. With an Academy Award and a Grammy to her name, Etheridge is best-known for her hits “Come to My Window,” “I’m The Only One,” and “I Want To Come Over.” Classic rock is here to stay, and so is Etheridge.

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Steven Wright

NOVEMBER 14 As an American comedian, actor, writer, and Oscar-winning film producer, Steven Wright is known for his deadpan comedic delivery.

Personally influenced by the greats like Woody Allen and Bob Newhart, Wright himself has influenced entire generations of stand-up stars, including Mitch Hedberg. In 1989, Wright took his success to the next level, which won him an Oscar for his work on “The Appointments of Dennis Jennings.” Don’t miss Wright at Talking Stick Resort, because we’ll get to see what new routines he has up his sleeves.

Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale, 480.850.7777, talkingstickresort.com

Diamond In The Rough: A Tribute to Neil Diamond

NOVEMBER 15 Paying homage to America’s favorite “Sweet Caroline” singer, the Neil Diamond tribute band Diamond In The Rough will bring back some of your fondest memories from Diamond’s albums. Greg Ansel plays the part of Diamond down to the look and voice. The band plans on taking the audience through the artist’s 23 greatest hits, honoring Diamond and his memorable tunes.

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FREE TO BE M.E. Melissa Etheridge finds freedom in newfound independent career

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elissa Etheridge has never felt so free.

After being signed to a major label deal for most of her career, Etheridge is now doing things her way, and to celebrate, named her latest album, This is M.E. “The whole experience is different,” Etheridge says. “It’s my first independent record, and I’m doing that in a whole different way—starting with the budget.

“It used to be I’d get a budget from the record company. I’d write songs and find a producer. Now you don’t have that money up front.”

Now she’s rethought the financial end of it, and has partnered with producers to collaborate on songs and releases. In return, she gives them “back end.”

“I wasn’t used to collaborating that much,” she says. “With some people, it didn’t work. The ones I worked with were amazing.”

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Her newfound freedom allowed her to explore uncharted territory, namely her R&B and soul roots.

“I just loved that,” she says. “That’s where some of these sounds came from— the lush production. The songs are still me. That’s why I called it This is M.E. This is no more me than anything, even though it might sound different.”

When she performs Friday, November 13, at Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino’s Ovations Live Showroom, Etheridge will show an even more different side of her—that of an acoustic musician.

“When I make a song, I have to be able to stand on stage by myself and make this song and love it and enjoy it and share it with the audience,” she says.

“It can’t be a gimmicky song. It has to be a real song. I create each one of them with that in mind. The solo tour is a unique way of presenting the songs.

“I’ve gotten much better at it now.

I know what I’m doing. I have a looper, so I accompany myself a little bit more.

It highlights my ability as a musician. I think a lot of people might not be aware of the type of guitar player I am.”

Etheridge says she enjoys showcasing these skills at casinos, which have become premier venues over the last decade.

“The casinos have really stepped up,” explains Etheridge, who has already begun work on a new album. “It used to be that, ‘Oh you’re playing a casino. It’s the bottom of the line.

“But casinos have made theaters that people can go to that are really great.”

It’s rooms like those and the rabid fans they hold that makes her career worthwhile.

“I love it,” she says about her career.

“I will always love it and continue to love it. I’m so grateful for being able to make music for a living. When you have gratitude and enjoyment, it stays fresh.

Every few years, I change musicians and approach songs different. But that’s how I keep it fresh.”

Melissa Etheridge

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Charles Schwab Cup Championship NOVEMBER 4 THROUGH 8 The season end of the Championship tour returns to the desert this year. The event will feature the 30 top golfers on the Tour’s money list at the end of the season. Last year’s winner, German star Bernhard Langer, will be contending for the prize again this season, facing off against Colin Montgomerie and Jeff Maggert.

Desert Mountain Club, 10550 E. Desert Hills Drive, Scottsdale, desertmountain.com

Nitro Circus NOVEMBER 13 Made famous as an MTV hit series, Nitro Circus packs insane stunts and zany antics into one wild daredevil show. For one night only, you can get first-hand experience with authentic vehicular insanity.

Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue, Glendale, nitrocircus.com

Suns vs. Lakers NOVEMBER 16 It’s the classic rivalry that the fans get hyped for. For the first time this season, the Phoenix Suns will go up against the L.A. Lakers—and this time we’ve got the home court advantage.

Talking Stick Resort Arena, 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, nba.com/suns

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superhero—the kind that wears their underwear on the outside of their clothes. So don your boxers and briefs and hit the trail for cancer research.

State Capitol District, 1600 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, undyrunwalk.org

Cardinals vs. Bengals NOVEMBER 22 With two teams at the top of their game, who will reign supreme? Both the Cardinals and the Bengals have surprisingly good standing in their respective leagues and are equally matched in offense, but this game will determine who’s the best.

University of Phoenix Stadium,

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Life Time Turkey Day 5K/10K/1-Mile NOVEMBER 26 Gobble gobble! The Life Time Turkey Day 5K/10K/1-mile event will provide the opportunity to run your way to a guilt-free Thanksgiving dinner. Bring the kiddos because the Tot Trot is a 25 to 50-yard dash for kids 6 and younger to work off some energy. Part of the proceeds benefit Phoenix Children’s Hospital, so get fit for a cause.

Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza, 205 S. 17th Avenue, Phoenix, turkeyday-5k.com

NOVEMBER 12 It’s been a good year for Canadians so far, but the Coyotes are holding their own. This game will determine if the Edmonton Oilers can knock them out of the way or stay in their place as the Coyotes rocket to the top.

Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue, Glendale, coyotes.nhl.com

MMA World Series of Fighting NOVEMBER 20 It’s the 25th year of the World Series of Fighting and the historic beat downs haven’t stopped. The main cards this year are Mamedov vs. Patino, Cobb vs. Ricci, Foster vs. Zeferino, and Palomino vs. Patishnock. The winner will be crowned the number one contender in the promotion’s lightweight division. Witness the fearsome competition this month!

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THE WIPEOUT RUN Getting beat up has never been so fun

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t might not be everyone’s idea of a good time, but thousands of people audition to be on ABC’s “Wipeout” each year, hoping to be hit, bounced and catapulted their way to $50,000. Even more people watch and wish they were there.

If you’ve ever thought, “I’d like a shot at those big balls,” now’s your chance. For the first time in Phoenix, the Wipeout Run is bringing 5K worth of wrecking balls, sweepers, foam and more to Phoenix on Saturday, November 14, so strap on your goofiest costume and your dunkworthy shoes, because things are about to get awesomely brutal.

The course is set up to be as accurate to the show as possible, with a few exceptions. For the most part you don’t need to worry about being utterly obliterated by a fast-moving sweeper the same way you do on the show, but that doesn’t mean it won’t be a challenge.

The list of obstacles is nearly endless, so while a 5K might sound like exercise, the Wipeout Run keeps you focused on the fun as you take on a foam-soaked slipand-slide, the smash wall, a giant drop slide and more. Move at your own pace or try to be the first runner to finish. (Either way, we’re certain that the obstacles will insist on changing your plans.)

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And for those who want to be challenged, be sure not to skip the monkey bars and rope hang, which kind of make the race a cross between “Wipeout” and “American Ninja Warrior.”

After you get thoroughly wrecked, drop by the post-race festival for food and refreshments. Take souvenir photos with your newfound arch nemeses—the big balls and sweepers.

Part of the fun of the Wipeout Run is that there’s virtually no real-world way to train for the obstacles, so prepare to take on the unexpected (and the bizarre!) this month.

Wipeout Run

WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, wipeoutrun.com, Saturday, November 14, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., $67 and up

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ZACH HEMMILA Hemmila played football and lacrosse for Chandler High School. As a football player he was awarded All-Tribune First Team Offense honors and Arizona Republic All-Arizona Division I Second-Team honors. Like Werlinger, Hemmila was involved in the community throughout his four years at Chandler High. He called it some of the greatest experiences in his life.

“It’s a great feeling seeing the smiles on people’s faces and making someone’s day,” Hemmila says. “There’s no better feeling out there.”

Hemmila is now 21 and a senior at UofA. While being a Wildcat, Hemmila has continued to give back via Boys & Girls Clubs, veterans programs and other opportunities.

“Speaking with veterans is my favorite way to get involved—just listening to veterans and meeting older people,” Hemmila says. “My mom is a nurse, so it hits home meeting with veterans.”

ZACH WERLINGER Werlinger played quarterback for Basha High School all four years, setting multiple school records including most career passing touchdowns and yards, and most touchdowns in a season. Even with all this, his off-the-field success might even be more impressive.

Werlinger was president of the National Honor Society at Basha, possessed a weighted 4.56 GPA his senior year and earned many honors, such as Sports360AZ First Team AllAcademic roster. He was recognized as one of five National Football Foundation National High School Scholar-Athlete honorees.

“Academics have always been important to me,” Werlinger says. “It’s important as a student athlete to be the best academically as well as on the field.”

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Werlinger has worked more than 100 hours of community service.

“I started getting involved in high school because of National Honor Society and our football program,” Werlinger says.

“I’m really glad I got into it. It’s a great way to meet people, connect with people and build friendships.”

The 19-year-old UofA sophomore hasn’t forgotten his roots. “I grew up in Chandler.

That’s home to me,” Werlinger says.

Recently, Werlinger visited Cindy Bickley’s second-grade class at Tarwater Elementary School. There, Werlinger explained to students the importance of academics, leadership, responsibility and finding your passion. Not only did he motivate the students, but he inspired the teacher.

“It is wonderful to have such a remarkable and humble role model in our Chandler community,” Bickley says. “My

youngsters were overjoyed with his visit.

He is an inspiration to all.”

Werlinger, who enjoys working with children, says football players have to accept their responsibilities as role models.

“Whether you like it or not, when you’re a football player someone will look up to you,” Werlinger says. “I do the best I can to encourage young kids to get involved in school and community.

I enjoy taking on the responsibility of helping kids.”

A communications major with a focus in broadcasting, Werlinger plans to continue contributing to the community.

He is grateful to have played football this long and, if the journey ends, he hopes to be a sports broadcaster.

“Just work hard at whatever it is you love to do,” Werlinger says. “Always have a passion for what you do and it will bring a lot of joy.”

As a fifth grader, Zach Werlinger played football daily. Zach Hemmila grew up grasping for flags in faux gridiron games in the duo’s same hometown of Chandler.

Both of them continued their paths to football, eventually receiving multiple honors in Chandler Unified School District high schools. Werlinger and Hemmila now play for the University of Arizona Wildcats as quarterback and offensive line, respectively. But it’s what they do off the field that they say is more important. Through it all, Werlinger and Hemmila haven’t forgotten about their community.

His mom, Linda Hemmila, pushed him to get involved in volunteer work as a youngster.

“My mom is a big supporter of me getting involved,” Hemmila says. “She is one of the reasons why I got started and fell in love with helping the community.”

Hemmila sees the value of focusing on education, because he understands the low chances of being drafted into the NFL. “Academics [are] very important to me. If you get injured on the field, you will have nothing to fall back on,” Hemmila says. “School is important and will make money; NFL football won’t unless you’re lucky.”

Hemmila’s major is regional development with a minor in business.

He says he would love to continue playing football, but is ready to tackle life without football if he doesn’t get drafted.

“Just get yourself to prioritize what’s more important. Prioritize school and sports before partying. You can enjoy that stuff after you get a good job.”

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here’s a kind of magic that can only be found at the circus, and while there aren’t too many left today, the few that tour are a wonder to

behold.

Circus Vargas, one of the world’s biggest traveling circuses still using a big top tent, is marching down to Glendale and Scottsdale throughout November to bring their dazzling show to you.

This year, Circus Vargas is touring Arlequin, the story of a boy who dreams of joining the circus. When night falls, he finds colorful characters filling his sleep including the magical Arlequin, a harlequin who shows him the beauty and wonder of the big top.

The show features Upside Down acrobatics with Monica Neves, who performs over 30 feet in the air without a net!

A troupe of young men will bounce, leap and twist on large trampolines. Brothers Erick and Jayson Dominguez will challenge the wheel of death, a terrifying 35-foot revolving pendulum without harnesses or safety nets!

In addition to magnificent acrobatics, Alex Acero, the Ambassador of Laughter, will be clowning around and turning frowns upside down with his whimsical clown display. The young illusionist Patrick Gable will also be there to stun the audience with his extravaganza of magical proportions.

There are many more performances

during the show including Flying Trapeze and the Globe of Death. No matter your circus style preference of choice, Circus Vargas has it. That is, unless you’re looking for animals. Circus Vargas has taken a cruelty-free pledge, focusing on the unique abilities of humans, not animals.

Experience the old-time magic of the circus brought to life for modern times.

Circus Vargas

The Pavilions at Talking Stick, 9175 E. Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale, through Sunday, November 15, times vary, circusvargas.com, $15-$70

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Pixar comes to life with the help of the Phoenix Symphony

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elieve it or not, sometimes the real reason why you tear up during a movie’s emotional scene isn’t because the toys are heading to the incinerator— it’s thanks to the moving soundtrack.

For the first time ever, Pixar presents a compilation of music and imagery from its 13 feature films, performed by the full orchestra for at Phoenix Symphony at Pixar in Concert.

The music is brought to life with visually stunning film clips projected on a screen behind the symphony, where scenes from the movies are replayed. The Phoenix Symphony will take you through each of Pixar’s most popular creations, from growing up with Woody and Buzz in “Toy Story” to soaring through happy memories in “Up.” The symphony will even play Pixar’s most recent score from “Monster’s University,” where the audience will see how monsters Sully and Mike met and ended up working for the largest scare

factory in the monster world.

Conducted by Tito Muñoz, Pixar plans on tugging at your heartstrings with its memorable and award-winning soundtracks.

After reliving the evolution of Pixar’s greatest creations, you will want to go straight home and watch the classic movies all over again. Kids young and old will relate to the films and score, and just how they touched our hearts.

Join Buzz Lightyear, Wall-E, Mike Wazowski, Princess Atta and the Phoenix Symphony for a heartfelt, musical night this month.

Pixar in Concert

Phoenix Symphony Hall, 75 N. Second Street, Phoenix, pixar. com, Friday, November 27 through Sunday, November 29, 7:30 p.m., $18-$83

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s the Southern California theme parks wind down from the crazy Halloween season and prepare for what is one of their busiest times of year, Christmas, we will pause for a moment and catch up on some news that has hit the parks in recent weeks.

CASTLE PARK (RIVERSIDE) This small theme park packs a lot of fun into a 25-acre footprint. Originally built by theme park attraction pioneer Bud Hurlbut (of Knott’s Berry Farm fame), the original section of the park retains quite a bit of charm. Expect to find an antique car ride, classic carousel and a train ride featuring old cars from Disneyland. A more modern, interactive lasertag-style dark ride called “Ghost Blasters” can be found inside of the arcade and is one of the best dark rides in California.

This summer, the park opened their latest attraction, SkyRider. Guests board one of eight gondolas and rise 80 feet into the air. The ride rotates at a leisurely pace, offering a panoramic view of the surrounding area.

DISNEYLAND (ANAHEIM) The biggest news of past few weeks was the announcement of the opening of Star Wars Land (Its tentative name.) at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Groundbreaking for the roughly 14-acre area will begin sometime in 2016. In Anaheim, the new land will take over the under-used Big Thunder Ranch. During construction, the Rivers of America will be drained and Pirates Lair will be closed. In addition, the Disneyland Railroad, Sailing Ship Columbia, Mark Twain River Boat and canoes will not be operating. Fantasmic! will be on hiatus.

Once complete, the Rivers of America will me made smaller and the train tracks partially relocated. Few details about attractions within Star Wars Land have been released. The land “will introduce you to a Star Wars planet you’ve never seen before—a gateway planet located on the outer rim, full of places and characters familiar and not so familiar,” says Bob Chapek, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. This will be Disney’s largest single-themed land expansion.

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SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN (VALENCIA) The world’s first 360-degree looping coaster, Revolution at Six Flags Magic Mountain has closed for a renovation. It will reopen next year, just in time for its 40th anniversary. The ride will feature new trains, paint colors and special effects.

The ride was made famous in the 1983 comedy “Vacation.”

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IN NOVEMBER

Pumpkin Days and Corn Maze

Wild West Days

Mary Poppins

6th Annual Herberger Theater Festival of the Arts

NOVEMBER 1 THROUGH 8 The whole family can experience fall at Tolmachoff Farms. Walk around the pumpkin patch, explore the 6-acre family corn maze, the mini corn maze for the little ones and the haunted corn maze. Kids can also enjoy a petting zoo, train rides and hay pyramid. With cooler weather outside, this is the perfect event to start the new month!

Tolmachoff Farms, 5726 N. 75th Avenue, Glendale, 602.999.3276, tolmachoff-farms.com, times vary, prices vary

NOVEMBER 1 THROUGH 28 Kids and parents alike will love seeing this high-flying nanny on the big stage! Mary Poppins is coming to Hale Theatre and will include famous songs like “Spoonful of Sugar,” “Let’s Go Fly a Kite,” and “Chim Chim Cher-ee.” This show will be Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.

(Say that five times fast!)

Hale Theatre, 50 W. Page Avenue, Gilbert, 480.497.1181, haletheatrearizona.com, times vary, $18-$28

MIMFest

NOVEMBER 7 AND 8 Join the MIM for a music-filled weekend! This two-day music festival will feature over 20 musical acts, street performers and entertainers from all over the world. There will also be 12 delicious food trucks, kids’ activities and Four Peaks beers and Arizona wines for the grownups.

Bring the whole family and celebrate music from around the globe.

Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix, 480.478.6000, mim.org, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., $15-$30

NOVEMBER 6 THROUGH 8 Celebrate the Wild West at the 12th annual Wild West Days. The town of Queen Creek will have over 10,000 guests participating in events like the Wild West Parade, the Pig Races, the Wild West Rodeo and the Rock Mountain Eating Contest. This threeday Western celebration is full of nonstop entertainment and will be fun for the whole family.

Town of Cave Creek, 6245 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, 602.400.3330, wildwestdayscavecreek.com, times vary, $13

NOVEMBER 7 The Herberger Festival of the Arts celebrates the art scene in Downtown Phoenix. This family-friendly event includes theater and dance performances, local art, delicious food, live music, kid’s activities, pet adoptions and more! Children 12 and younger are free and parking is free from the Arizona Center, which makes bringing the whole family fun and affordable. Come enjoy a day filled with rich Phoenix culture and fun events!

Herberger Theater, 222 E. Monroe Street, Phoenix, 602.254.7399, herbergertheater.org, 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., $5

Thanksgiving Feast for Your Pup!

NOVEMBER 24 It’s that time of year where we give thanks, so why not give thanks to our four-legged friends! Puff & Fluff is also saying thank you with a Thanksgiving Feast courtesy of Puppy Belly Deli, who provide healthy and homemade meals and treats. The event is free and you can also donate to help other rescue dogs. It’ll be a howling good time!

Puff & Fluff, 5835 N. 16th Street, Phoenix, 602.266.5360, puffandfluffspa.com, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., donations accepted

Dinosaurs in Motion

THROUGH JANUARY 10 Check out some prehistoric creatures at the Arizona Science Center this fall. The exhibit includes 14 life-

sized and anatomically-inspired dinosaurs made from recycled metal materials, including a 44-foot tall Tyrannosaurus Rex. Kids can interact with the dinosaurs using levers, pulleys and controls and make their own creations!

Arizona Science Center, 600 E. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.716.2000, azscience.org, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., $7-$9

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hen Ozomatli was invited to perform at November’s MIMFest, guitarist/ vocalist Raul Pacheco says it sounded “intriguing.”

He had heard of Musical Instrument Museum because he knew someone on the board of directors.

He investigated further and found the variety of bands that is set to perform is stellar, including legendary bassist Victor Wooten. So Ozomatli decided to not only perform, but to kick it up a notch by bringing its kids show, OzoKidz, there as well.

“It’s not a usual thing for us, but we like to do it,” says saxophonist Ulises Bella of the two shows. “We like to take advantage of the time when we’re at any one location. OzoKidz is really super fun for us though. Then we put on a different hat and play for the adults.”

Adults and kids can enjoy MIMFest from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8, at the museum. The two-day outdoor music festival is “inspired by the MIM’s commitment to celebrating musical traditions of the world.”

“The family-friendly festival will bring together more than 20 extraordinary local, national and international musical

acts and entertainers as well as 12 food trucks serving global fare,” says Lowell Pickett, artistic director of the MIM Music Theater. “It’ll be a great weekend.

Everything about MIM is fun.”

For the festival, MIM will transform its parking lot into an 85,000-square-feet festival grounds.

“There will be pop-up performers, aerial performers,” Pickett says. “It really doesn’t look like the MIM parking lot when it’s done.”

Besides Ozomatli, there’s another newcomer to the festival, Tucson Americana band Run Boy Run. The band has played the theater previously, and was so impressed that joining the festival was a no-brainer.

“I think, one, playing outside in November, you can’t get much better weather than that,” says Matt Rolland, fiddler/guitarist. “The acts are very eclectic.

Plus, I can’t wait to hear Victor Wooten.

He’s one of my musical heroes.”

MIMFest

Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix, 480.478.6000, mim. org, Saturday, November 7, and Saturday, November 8, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., $15-$35

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Last Exit Live, 9 p.m., $10-$12

Insatanity

Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free

Pure Bathing Culture

Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $10-$12

David Ramirez

Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $13-$15

Pimps of Joytime

Last Exit Live, 9 p.m., $12-$15

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Crescent Ballroom, 8:30 p.m., $23$25

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Bomba Club

Last Exit Live, 8 p.m., $7-$10

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The Mezingers

Nile Theater, 7 p.m., $20

Hanson with Nelson

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The Pressroom, 8 p.m., $30

Falling In Reverse w/Attila, Metro Station

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $23

The Blood Feud Family Singers

John 5 & Doyle

Nile Theater, 7 p.m., $23

Soja w/ With J. Boog, Dustin Thomas

Marquee Theatre, 6:30 p.m., $30

Chris Cornell

Last Exit Live, 9 p.m., $5-$7

Marquee Theatre, 6:30 p.m., $16

Bob Schneider

Pub Rock, 8 p.m., $10-$12 Club Red, 7 p.m., $20-$23

Misfits

LiveWire, 7 p.m., $18

Desaparecidos

The Pressroom, 7 p.m., $15

Godsmack

Marquee Theatre, 8 p.m., $60-$70

In The Valley Below

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $12-$14

Lagwagon

Pub Rock, 7 p.m., $20-$22

Boss Frog

Yucca Tap Room, 9 p.m., free

Have Mercy

Underground, 6 p.m., $14-$16

NOVEMBER 11 Health

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $12-$15

King Magnetic

Last Exit Live, 8 p.m., $10-$12

Prof

Pub Rock, 7 p.m., $15-$17

NOVEMBER 6

Crescent Ballroom, 8:30 p.m., $21$24

Nicky Romero

Once Upon A Time

Club Red, 6:30 p.m., $17-$20

North Naught

Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free

Miguel

Underground, 7 p.m., $12

Whisker Bent

Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $6

Maya Day + Nightclub, 9 p.m., $25

Orpheum Theatre, 7 p.m., sold out

Pub Rock, 7 p.m., $10

Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., $5 Celebrity Theatre, 8:30 p.m., $55-$85

The Fall of Troy Chrch

Twitching Tongues

Good Friends Great Enemies

Nile Theater, 4 p.m., $11-25

NOVEMBER 8

Last Exit Live, 7 p.m., $5

The Dandy Warhols

Tiki Bandits

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $27-$30

The Lonely Wild & Young Buffalo Last Exit Live, 8 p.m., $10-$12

Against the Current

Pub Rock, 7 p.m., $13-$15

Mill’s End

Yucca Tap Room, 9 p.m., free

Jason Derulo

Straight Outta Arizona

Veterans Memorial Coliseum » 7 p.m. » $20 What better reason to go to the Arizona State Fair than to see singer, songwriter and dancer Jason Derulo? With over 50 million singles sold, you could say he’s pretty good at his job.

NOVEMBER 9

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Honeygirl

The Wonder Years w/Motion City Soundtrack

Marquee Theatre, 7:30 p.m., $22.50

NOVEMBER 5

NOVEMBER 12

Underground, 5 p.m., $10-$15

Ride

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $29

Mayhem Watain

Club Red, 7 p.m., $25-27 Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., $5

NOVEMBER 13 The Psychedelic Furs LiveWire, 7 p.m., $27

Jackal

Maya Day + Nightclub, 9 p.m., $10

Youth Lagoon

Crescent Ballroom, 8:30 p.m., $15-$18

Melissa Etheridge

Wild Horse Pass, 8 p.m., $64-$144

Shurman

Last Exit Live, 8 p.m., $10-$12

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Here We Go Magic

Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $12-$15

NOVEMBER 16

Author & Punisher

Corrosion of Conformity

The Ghost Inside

Keep Shelly In Athens

Mr. Little Jeans

NOVEMBER 17

NOVEMBER 21

Tokimonsta

Mac Miller

Front Bottoms

Murs

Valley Bar, 7 p.m., $12-$14

Club Red » 5:30 p.m. » $25-$28 Motionless in White started in the small town of Scranton, Pennsylvania 2005. The band is now recognized as a gothic metalcore band and has even toured with Slipknot and Marilyn Manson. Catch them at Club Red with fellow metalcore band The Devil Wears Prada.

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $18-$20 Club Red, 6:30 p.m., $16-$20

Pub Rock, 8 p.m., $9-$13

Creations

Underground, 6 p.m., $12-$14

Maudlin Strangers

Pub Rock, 8 p.m., $12-$15

NOVEMBER 18 Deafheaven

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $18-$20

Joe Budden

Swingin’ Udders

NOVEMBER 14

Hi Fi Lo

Yucca Tap Room, 9 p.m., free

Hate Eternal

Club Red, 6 p.m., $20-$25 Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., $12-$14

Last Exit Live, 9 p.m., $8-$10 Club Red, 6 p.m., $12-$14 Nile Theater, 7 p.m., $12-$15 Valley Bar, 7 p.m., $12-$15

Marquee Theatre, 7:30 p.m., $28.50 Crescent Ballroom, 8:30 p.m., $15-$18

Doll Skin

Pub Rock, 7 p.m., $15-$75

The Struts

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $34-$40

Naked Walrus

Pub Rock, 8 p.m., $20-$25

NOVEMBER 13

A New World: Intimate Music from Final Fantasy Polyrhythmics

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $3-$5

Motionless in White w/The Devil Wears Prada

NOVEMBER 20

Collective Soul

Marquee Theatre, 8 p.m., $33

NOVEMBER 19 Afton Artist Showcase

Yucca Tap Room, 7:30 p.m., $11-$14

Fiji w/Drew Dizzy

Last Exit Live, 9 p.m., $8-$10

Havok

Club Red, 6 p.m., $12-$15

Twin Ponies

Yucca Tap Room, 9 p.m., free

The Good Life

Valley Bar, 7 p.m., $17

NOVEMBER 22 Cherub

LiveWire, 8 p.m., $15

Blind Guardian

Marquee Theatre, 7:30 p.m., $20

LiveWire, 8 p.m., $18 adv, $21 dos

Toadies

MayDay Parade

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $25-$30

Marquee Theatre, 6 p.m., $25

Adara Rae & The Homewreckers

Captain Squeegee w/Luna Aura

Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free

Crescent Ballroom, 8:30 p.m., $10-$12

Go Deep

Bear Ghost

Underground, 6:30 p.m., $8-$10

Last Exit Live, 8 p.m., $10-$12

Felly

Club Red, 6:30 p.m., $15-$30

NOVEMBER 23

Bumpin’ Uglies

Lurcero

Yucca Tap Room, 7 p.m., $7-$10

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $26

Holly Golightly

NOVEMBER 15

Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $8-$10

Pretty Ricky

LiveWire, 7 p.m., $35-$100

NOVEMBER 24

Circa Survive

All That Remains

Marquee Theatre, 8 p.m., $22

Talia

Crescent Ballroom, 7 p.m., $5-$7

Diamond in the Rough

Wild Horse Pass, 3 p.m., $10

The Accidentals

Last Exit Live, 8 p.m., $10-$12

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Rise Against NOVEMBER 20

Marquee Theatre » 6 p.m. » $39-$49 Rise Against has been quite successful since their inception in 1999. What you might not know about them is that are very progressive—supporting groups like PETA and the It Gets Better Project. Get up close and personal these cool dudes for a great show at the Marquee Theatre.

Marquee Theatre, 7:30 p.m., $20

Family of the Year

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $16-$19

Maruta

Pub Rock, 7 p.m., $12-$14

Little Child Man

Yucca Tap Room, 9 p.m., free

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Tora Woloshin w/Brooke Stratton, Johnny Wayne

A Silent Film

Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $15

Last Exit Live, 8 p.m., $10

My Life With The Thrill Kill Kult

NOVEMBER 25 The Black Moods

Pub Rock, 8:30 p.m., $15-$20

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $5

Amaranthe

DECEMBER 6

Tesseract

Manic Monkeys

The Quakes

Bluesman Mike & The Blues Review Band w/Sugar Thieves

Pub Rock, 8 p.m., $15-$18

Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free

Club Red, 7 p.m., $17-$20 Yucca Tap Room, 9 p.m., $10

The Rhythm Room, 6 p.m., free

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DECEMBER 7

Meat Puppets

Crescent Ballroom, 8:30 p.m., $17-$20

Key!

Pub Rock, 7 p.m., $15-$18

Lament Cityscape

AZ Novemberfest w/Daughtry, Fuel, Soulfly

Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., TBA

NOVEMBER 21 and 22

NOVEMBER 28

Eaglerider Motorcycles » 12 p.m. » $25-$150 If you’re into alternative rock, the Novemberfest is calling your name! This twoday festival will feature top performers like former “American Idol!” finalist Chris Daughtry and his band and metal band Soulfly. Spend the weekend with some of the biggest names in alt-rock and heavy metal with this rockin’ festival.

James Bay New Date

Marquee Theatre, 8 p.m., $25

Brothers Grow

Last Exit Live, 9 p.m., $7-$10

Darwin Deez

Valley Bar, 7 p.m., $12-$14

NOVEMBER 29 Holy Fawn

Crescent Ballroom, 7 p.m., $5

Fuck The Facts

Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., TBA

Asking Alexandria

Tracey Lawrence

Sarah Peacock

Tanya Tucker

Livewire, 5 p.m., $22

The Rhythm Room, 7 p.m., $12-$15

DECEMBER 3 Parkway Drive

Nile Theater, 6:30 p.m., $24.50

Sam Hunt w/Chase Rice, Jerrod Niemann Comerica Theatre, 7 p.m., $44-$55

NOVEMBER 30 Rising Sun Slaughter

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $3-$5

DECEMBER 1 Silverstein w/Senses Fail Nile Theater, 7 p.m., $18-$22

Between The Buried And Me Livewire, 6 p.m., $22

Oliver House

Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free

Lullwater

Merry Mix-Mas w/ Adam Lambert, Echosmith

Celebrity Theatre, 7:30 p.m., $40-$70

Lluvia Flamenco w/Yjastros

Handguns Roam

The Rhythm Room, 9 p.m., $8

Israel Nash

Valley Bar, 7:30 p.m., $10 adv, $12 dos

Alvin And The Chipmunks Live On Stage!

Gila River Arena, 7 p.m., $13-$48

Holy Grail

Pub Rock, 7 p.m., $12-$14

Reverend Horton Heat

Muse

Trailer Queen

Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

Marquee Theatre, 8 p.m., $22.50 Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $7

Gila River Arena, 8 p.m, $38-$58

Sleep Institute

Celebrity Theatre, 8 p.m., $69-$129

Witherward

Marquee Theatre, 2:30 p.m., $10

Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free The Rhythm Room, 7 p.m., $8

Desert Frostover Day 2

The Black Dahlia Murder

The Pressroom, 6:30 p.m., $18-$20

DECEMBER 4 Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

Celebrity Theatre, 8 p.m., $69-$129

Shawn Mendes w/DNCE, Tori Kelly

Snakes! Snakes! Snakes!

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $10

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George Bowman & The Badd Boyz Bluez Band

DECEMBER 5

Nile Theater, 6:30 p.m., $12

Comerica Theatre, 7 p.m., $40

Wild Horse Pass, 8 p.m., $24-$65

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $19-$32

Last Exit Live, 8:30 p.m., $8-$10

DECEMBER 2

Talking Stick Resort, 8 p.m., $25-$125

Tanlines

Valley Bar, 8:30 p.m., $16-$20

Drae w/Lil Key, Spooky Kiid, John Flores Yucca Tap Room, 9 p.m., $10

Kim Wilson

The Rhythm Room, 9 p.m., $15

!!!

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $14-$16

DECEMBER 8 Rose Quartz

Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $10

Edison w/Tigerface

Yucca Tap Room, 9 p.m., free

Ghost Town

Pub Rock, 7:15 p.m., $15-$18

DECEMBER 9 Day Before Plastics

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $5

DECEMBER 10 PAPA

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $13-$15

Joe Nichols

Livewire, 7 p.m., $35

Jesse Thorson

Yucca Tap Room, 9 p.m., free

DECEMBER 11 Dance Gavin Dance

Nile Theater, 6 p.m., $17-$20

Travis Scott

Marquee Theatre, 8:30 p.m., TBD

Sick Sick Sinners

Yucca Tap Room, 7:30 p.m., $10

Bad News Blues Band

The Rhythm Room, 9 p.m., $8

DECEMBER 12 Winter Blast

Nile Theater, 4 p.m., $12

Lights w/The Mowgli’s

Marquee Theatre, 7:30 p.m., $23

Cold Shott & The Hurricane Horns The Rhythm Room, 9 p.m., $8

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NO MORE MISTER

NICE NED

Justin Stabley » The Entertainer!

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ost people don’t get the opportunity to experience Internet fame in their lifetime.

For the few who do, it’s a surreal and usually brief experience.

Recently, the heavy metal band Okilly Dokilly made it big on the World Wide Web after posting its photos and demo songs online for the first time.

“We didn’t think it was going to be huge. It was just a fun side project,” says Head Ned, the lead mustachioed vocalist of the group. He asked that he, and the rest of the group, all be referred to only as their on-stage monikers.

Okilly Dokilly is a Phoenix-based group that makes moshable tunes inspired by the straight-laced “The Simpsons” character, Ned Flanders.

Within a few weeks, the band gained online renown for their gimmick, attracting laymen and news media alike. This popularity, however, came as a surprise for the small-time group, which made the band as a hobby.

HIDEY HO, WORLD-A-RINO! Head Ned had been performing in local music groups for five years, but wanted to

move in his own direction.

“I got jaded by doing that constantly,” he says.

Late last year, he started thinking of fun projects to break the rut.

“Me and my drummer were just joking around, trying to come up with goofy names,” says Head Ned. In that couch conversation, Okilly Dokilly was born, as well as the new genre: “Nedal.”

The joke continued to snowball, and by November 2014, he and the other band members were making songs together. Okilly Dokilly came to consist of Head Ned on vocals, Bled Ned on drums, Thread Ned on bass, Stead Ned on Guitar and Red Ned on synth.

For inspiration, Head Ned would scour the Internet for funny quotes from the character that “sound even slightly ominous,” and then watch the episode for further research.

Take for instance the famous quote, “Feels like I’m wearing nothing at all” from season 11 of the show. “Stupid, sexy Flanders” goes skiing in skin-tight snow pants, much to the disdain of Homer Simpson.

“Taken out of context and screamed, it sounds very heavy,” Head Ned explains.

Phoenix’s Okilly Dokilly turns beloved ‘Simpsons’ character hilariously hardcore

SPREADING THE GOOD WORD At first, no one understood the idea, compelling Head Ned to organize a photo shoot and release the band’s demo tape for the sake of publicity.

The photos, taken by Head Ned’s girlfriend, posted to the band’s Facebook on August 10 followed by their Bandcamp page. They didn’t expect the storm of popularity that followed.

“Once we put them online, the whole Internet wanted it,” he says.

In just three days, their Facebook page received 16,758 likes and reached over 26,000 by the end of August. It was safe to say that the band had become viral even before their first live performance.

Soon, large-scale news sites like time. com, billboard.com and playboy.com picked up the story, calling them “the metal band you never knew you needed” and a “stupid, sexy Phoenix rock band.”

“The instantaneousness of it was a shock for us,” says Head Ned. “Suddenly your face is everywhere.”

Their first show was at Rebel Lounge on September 25, and the place was completely filled.

“It’s weird to have your first show sell out. You miss the development phase, testing what works live. In some parts we were flying blind,” Head Ned says.

‘NEDAL’ GONE GLOBAL It’s been several weeks now since they went viral and the media blitz has mostly diminished.

“I think we’ve hit the peak of any popularity we may ever have,” Head Ned says. “I think that first three days was the tip of the mountain, it’s pretty much downhill from there.”

Head Ned sees the decline in interest as an opportunity to refine their work and figure out a long-term plan.

“It’s hard to have too much of a plan right now, we’re still testing the waters,” he says.

Because of the initial success, Okilly Dokilly is now a medium-level band with upcoming performances in Flagstaff and select cities in California. With no manager, it’s still a very independent group that makes its own decisions.

“I like keeping it that way, too,” says Head Ned. “I don’t like people being able to tell me what to do.”

Now if only Flanders could adopt a bit of that metal attitude...

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Motion City Soundtrack frontman finds personal connection with his audience

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Joshua Hammond » Special to The Entertainer!

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ustin Pierre, the animated and frenzied frontman of Motion City Soundtrack, hasn’t always wandered down the simplest paths.

Even a casual listener will notice as themes of mental health, failed relationships, substance abuse and addiction bleed through the mix. Rather ironically, however, is the manner in which Motion City Soundtrack inadvertently became the champion of self-worth for a generation because of Pierre’s instability.

“It was sort of an accidental byproduct of my feelings,” Pierre admits when asked about the connection between his fans and his music.

“It is overwhelming in a good way, yet I get a little nervous about it because I never intended to help anyone with my music. I just wrote what was in my head and what was going on in my life. I know what I’ve gone through and how that feels. A lot of those things that I have, or have had, or have worked through, other people currently have, or have had, or have worked through.”

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City Soundtrack found themselves buried in the lines Pierre had penned to save himself.

“I didn’t really even notice at first because I keep to myself at shows,” Pierre says about his connection with his fans.

“I’m not trying to be anti-social, I just talk a lot when I get started. So to keep from losing my voice, I hole up in my bunk and read or watch movies. It is the only way I can be quiet. I started reading messages from people on social media as a way to interact with fans. I began to realize that people were telling what they’ve gone through. ‘I have what you have,’ they’d say to me. They’d feel personally connected to the songs.”

It was that fusion of fans’ feelings and Pierre’s ability to capture them, even unintentionally, that kept people coming out to shows and buying albums as fast as Motion City Soundtrack could create them. That same loyalty found them on the road supporting Commit This To Memory, celebrating the 10th anniversary of its release.

Now, a decade after the release of that iconic record, Motion City Soundtrack hopes to resonate with fans, both new and

old, in a similar fashion through its newest album, Panic Station, on Epitaph Records, which hit shelves September 18.

Pierre admits that the new release takes him back to a time when music was fun and exciting: “This album that reminds me of how we used to write in the garage space in the late ‘90s. Panic Station is a return to the gut-driven writing style. That’s all we used to do when we were kids. It was exciting to find that place to write from again.”

More importantly however, Pierre is living in the moment.

“I feel like I was less aware of what was going on 10 years ago. The last few years, I’ve become much more excited about life and everything that I do.”

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Chris Cornell looks back on the past and to the future to form present solo career

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hris Cornell feels nostalgic.

During his solo acoustic shows, Cornell enjoys singing hits and deep cuts from his bands Soundgarden, Audioslave and Temple of the Dog. But he wants to look forward, too.

In an effort to do so, on September 6, Cornell released the album Higher Truth, which is fodder for his one-man acoustic show.

“After King Animal came out from Soundgarden, the follow-up tours that were acoustic shows might have [featured] one or two songs that I wrote for that album,” Cornell says.

“The shows are really a look back, mostly. I want it to feel like it’s going to be a look ahead as well. With the four years of acoustic touring and bringing my entire history of songwriting to this one show, my feet finally hit the ground as a solo artist—a solo artist with an identity.”

The 51-year-old Cornell feels fortunate that he can switch gears between projects.

“Whether it’s touring or a one-off show [with Soundgarden] or songwriting or recording, it’s a completely different focus in every way—the songwriting, the performing, being in a band and a collaboration versus being alone,” Cornell explains.

“There’s no confusing one or the other, either. Two months on the road playing acoustic songs immediately transfers to being on stage with a really loud band,” he adds. “As soon as I’m sick of one, the other is waiting.”

This would appear to be the ideal career. Cornell doesn’t necessarily disagree.

“The closest thing I can see in terms of looking out across the landscape of other American songwriter performers would be like Neil Young, who seems to keep busy his whole career doing pretty much just that.

“He’s figuring out new ways of exploring his songs and his songwriting and making albums and presenting

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them in so many different ways and so many collaborations.”

He cites the Young-Daniel Lanois 2010 collection, Le Noise, as an example.

“It was one of the coolest things I’ve ever heard,” he says. “It came and went and he’s off and running doing other things. It’s pretty inspiring, but it’s good for someone like me who’s had an almost 30-year career, to look at someone whose career is over 40 and it’s still just as vital and still inspired and moving along. I’ve never seen a finish line for what I do. I’ve never viewed it as a job, so I never thought of such a thing as retirement.”

So Cornell keeps working and, besides his sold-out solo acoustic tour that comes to the Orpheum in Phoenix on Wednesday, November 4, he’s in the beginning phases of a new Soundgarden album. (Tickets from the postponed September show will be honored.)

“I’m working on new songs,” he says with a bit of hesitation. “There is no schedule of events. It’s definitely as fun as it’s ever been. I think it’s something that’s kind of better to always my one foot in. I think there were years when Soundgarden wasn’t together when I wasn’t really thinking about it.

“I wasn’t automatically coming up with song ideas that were relatable to Soundgarden. Now that we’re together again, that happens automatically.

“It feels really good. It’s a huge part of my musical identity. It’s this super close family member that I’m glad, at this point in my life, didn’t die or move to the other side of the planet where I’ll never see them. I think we’re lucky to have our band back again. I think we’re lucky to have it back on our own terms. It’s been nothing but great since it happened.”

Chris Cornell w/Hemming

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THE NEW SXSW?

Mesa Music Festival floods streets and businesses with music this month Christina Fuoco-Karasinski » The Entertainer!

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ormer MTV VJ Matt Pinfield has become one of Arizona’s biggest fans.

He’s rapped Joe C.’s parts during a Kid Rock show.

Pinfield, an on-air personality for Sirius XM’s Lithium, has visited with Maynard James Keenan of Tool at his Jerome home.

He’s emceed Q Fests back in the day. Now he’s returning to the state he loves to be the keynote speaker at the Mesa Music Festival Friday, November 13.

“I love the idea of the festival,” he says of the Friday, November 13, through Sunday, November 15, event.

The festival has been compared to South by Southwest, the annual festival in March in Austin, Texas, and melds original music, independent films and emerging technologies. SXSW, as it’s dubbed, is primarily geared toward industry and media. Pinfield says he and organizers are trying to pull in musicians and fans.

“South by Southwest is an incredible festival, but now it’s become less about music,” he says. “Music really pays for it.

There’s a fashion side of it, a film side to it.

I think that’s all incredibly important.

“But America needs a new festival that focuses on the music again and it’s a great thing. I’m not downing South

by Southwest because I’ve had amazing experiences there. The idea of a Mesa music festival in the new area of the country is incredible. They’re bringing in new and talented bands, the people on the fringe or the local artists like Authority Zero.”

In its inaugural year, the Mesa Music Festival is bringing in more than 200 artists from around the country to play in venues throughout the city, as well as along Main Street. Besides Authority Zero, some of the acts include teen singersongwriter Rinsley, the Bumpin’ Uglies, Vintage Wednesday and Eric James.

“I have a lot of respect for the people organizing it,” he says. “I know it’s about the music. It’s supporting music and it’s a big deal.”

Pinfield has supported music himself most of his life. He worked at local radio stations along the East Coast before DJing at the influential New Jersey club called The Melody Bar. During his time there, he befriended British alternative rock bands like Ned’s Atomic Dustbin, Pop Will Eat WWW.ENTERTAINERMAG.COM

Itself and The Wonder Stuff.

In 1995, he was hired to host MTV’s alternative video show, “120 Minutes.” Four years later, he joined University Television and hosted farmclub.com, which aired in 2000 on the USA Network.

He jumped from there to the much-coveted position of vice president of A&R and artist development for Columbia Records, signing Coheed and Cambria. That’s just some of Pinfield’s accomplishments.

He’s definitely excited about returning to Arizona. He was slated to be an on-stage guest during Monster Mash on October 31 at Tempe Beach Park as well. A wealth of knowledge about music, Pinfield says during his keynote talk he will stress to bands to not worry when patrons say you “suck.”

“Don’t be afraid to suck,” he says.

“Learn your instruments and play.

‘American Idol’—I’m not trying to trash it, but focusing on a voice instead of an instrument, I don’t understand. I understand why it was popular.

“But practice; it’s all trial and error.

Play as many gigs as you can play. The thing is never worry about someone telling you you’re not good enough. Maybe you’re not the most fashionable, or have the best haircut, but tomorrow everything could change. Things change so suddenly in music. You should be putting your heart and soul into everything you do.”

Mesa Music Festival

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Steve Aoki brings his highenergy show to Livewire

t’s tough to talk about EDM without mentioning Steve Aoki.

Although the American musician and record producer founded his own label, Dim Mak Records, in 1996, he actually released his debut mix album, Pillowface and His Airplane Chronicles, in 2008. In just seven short years, Aoki has made a huge impact on the EDM industry.

The long, dark-haired DJ was nominated in 2013 for the Grammy for Best Dance/Electronica Album and won the 2008 Billboard Award for Best Mix Album of the Year. His three studio

albums, including his 2015 release, Neon Future II, have all broken the top 10 in the Dance/Electronic Album charts in the United States. His second studio album, Neon Future I, even reached No. 1 after its release in 2014.

A key aspect of Aoki’s success has been his collaborations with artists from virtually every genre including will.i.am, Afrojack, Iggy Azalea, LMFAO and Linkin Park. Additionally, Aoki has done inventive and memorable remixes of artists ranging from Drake to The Killers and from Bloc Party to Robin Thicke.

Now he is coming back to Livewire, where he performed their first sold out show ever in February 2015. This show, presented by Live 101.5, will surely be as exciting as his reputation promises.

Known for his high-energy show, which he almost always throws cake (Yes, sugary, frosted, delicious cake.) into the crowd, Aoki is one EDM star you definitely don’t want to miss.

Best Night Ever with Steve Aoki

Livewire, 7320 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, live1015phoenix.com, Thursday, November 12, 9 p.m.

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hanksgiving is much more than spending time with family and eating a huge turkey dinner; it is also a time to outwardly express everything that you are thankful for. In our case, it is time to express how thankful we all are for dance music and the culture it has created.

On Wednesday, November 25, Downtown Phoenix will be taken over by international and national dance music all-stars to groove us right into Thanksgiving. Monarch Theatre will house a euphoria-inducing set by the Egyptian trance legends, Aly & Fila, while right next door at Bar Smith Sandra Collins

will be throwing down what is sure to be an epic set in honor of Relentless Beats’ RB Deep event series.

Aly & Fila burst on to the international club scene with their massive debut album Eye of Horus back in 2003. Since then, the duo have been breaking records left and right. In addition, with their radio show and way of life, Future Sound of Egypt, the duo has been largely responsible for exposing the world to some of Egypt’s greatest electronic music talents. Just recently Aly & Fila played an epic show at the Pyramids of Giza to celebrate 400 episodes of Future Sound of Egypt.

L.A. rave pioneer Sandra Collins

has been around since the ‘90s. She is recognized internationally for becoming one of the first women on the coveted DJ Mag Top 100. Collins is remembered for her massive 6 hour set at Woodstock ‘99, where she played to a crowd of 80,000, and for her stellar Coachella performances both in 2002 and 2008. The intimacy of the Bar Smith rooftop will make for something special and just as memorable.

Start your Thanksgiving off right by showing how grateful you are for the Arizona nightlife scene. Catch Aly & Fila at Monarch and Sandra Collins at Bar Smith for this mind-blowing night of entertainment on November 25.

TIPSY DRINK OF THE MONTH Get sweet on November’s treat-inspired drink, the Youth in Asia YOUTH IN ASIA

All ingredients poured as desired: Grape vodka Chambord Liqueur Blue Curacao 7 Up Sweet & Sour

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tter pops aren’t just for summer! You can still enjoy the flavors of your favorite treat this month with BS West’s Youth in Asia cocktail.

BS West is the premier gay bar and dance club in Scottsdale. As one of the longest-standing bars in Old Town, it is a favorite of locals and travelers from all over the country. Voted as one of the Top 200 Best Gay Bars in the World and the Best Gay Bar in Phoenix, BS West has variety of reasons why it should be the next stop on your party venue list.

2­4­1 Wednesdays, Dirty Boy Dance Party Saturdays and Drunk Karaoke Sundays are just a few of their weekly specials. Don’t forget about the award­-winning female impersonation show, Elements, held every Friday night. This place packs a punch with the hottest male dancers in town, and the most amazing drinks prepared by heavyhanded bartenders, who ensure you get the most bang for your buck.

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Longtime bartender and owner Mike Fornelli has been with BS West since it opened 28 years ago. He says their motto is “give everyone the best service they can get.”

One of Fornelli’s favorite drinks is the Youth of Asia cocktail. It is a sweet, yet strong drink that’s made with three different types of alcohol that will definitely get you in the dancing mood. According to Fornelli, “It tastes like an otter pop, and who doesn’t love otter pops!”

For more information on BS West and how to get yourself a complimentary Youth in Asia cocktail, download the TIPSY app and check their profile. For $10 a month, Tipsy members receive five vouchers redeemable for complimentary drinks, front­of­the­ line passes and no­cover­charge entry to over 35 bars and clubs in Scottsdale, Tempe and Phoenix. Tipsy is currently available on Android and iOS with over 3000 users. Visit imtipsy.com for more information.

Mix all ingredients in a shaker. Shake and strain.

Garnish with an orange slice. Enjoy!

BS West

7125 E. Fifth Avenue, Scottsdale, 480.945.9028, bswest.com

For $10 a month, the Tipsy app gives you five vouchers, redeemable for complimentary drinks and VIP experiences at over 35 venues in Scottsdale, Tempe and Phoenix.

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Nicky Romero

NOVEMBER 6 This Dutch DJ and music producer has his own exclusive sound of progressive house mixed with electro and acid. Romero is only 26 and has already made remixes for Zedd and Calvin Harris while also producing music for Rihanna’s “Right Now,” as well as two tracks for Britney Spears.

Maya Day + Nightclub, 7333 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, 480.625.0528, mayaclubaz.com, 9 p.m., $15-$25

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NOVEMBER 7 These two young siblings grew up in the Bronx and have been leaders in the Global House Music Scene far before they even graduated high school. Their track, “Flawless,” was featured in a Style.com exclusive preview of the Nike RT Air Force 1 Collection, offering a first glimpse of Tisci’s collaboration with Nike.

Monarch Theatre, 122 E. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.456.1991, monarchtheatre.com, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., $15

NOVEMBER 14 Originating from London, this electronic house duo has quickly become one of the biggest names in the United Kingdom dance scene. Jack Beats fuses a new sound of hip-hop, drum and bass and dubstep to create their own personal genre. The second act, Sleepy Tom, is a Canadian DJ and music producer who has remixed tracks for big names like Diplo and Anna Lunoe. Join these performers as they set the stage for an ultimate electronic music experience.

Monarch Theatre, 122 E. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.456.1991, monarchtheatre.com, 9 p.m., $10-$15

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NOVEMBER 21 This LA-based dubstep and drum and bass producer and DJ began listening to electronic music in high school before becoming one of the first DJs to bring the dubstep movement to the American electronic scene. Since then he’s worked with big names such as Skrillex and Datsik and played at festivals including Electric Daisy Carnival and SXSW. Head to the Monarch to hear this guy’s sick beats.

Monarch Theatre, 122 E. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.456.1991, monarchtheatre.com, 9 p.m., $15-$35

NOVEMBER 20 Relentless Beats and Global Dance are presenting their second annual Global Dance Festival at Tempe Beach Park, featuring so many amazing artists, you’d be crazy to miss it. Featuring RL Grime along with many others like Big Gigantic, Cashmere Cat, Deorro, GENER8ION, Gesaffelstein, Marshmello and Mija will all make appearances at the festival. Dance the night away with some of the world’s best dance music artists.

Tempe Beach Park, 80 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, 480.350.5200, tempe.gov/parks, 5 p.m. to 12 a.m., $49-$89

Cherub

NOVEMBER 22 These Tennessee boys are anything but country. An electro pop collaborative, Jordan Kelley and Jason Huber met in college and began working together on catchy, tonguein-cheek lyrics while combining them with fun ‘80s funk sounds. It didn’t take long before these boys were a hit.

Come see them perform the best from their catalog including their last EP, Leftovers.

Livewire, 7320 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, 480.970.6980, livewireaz.com, 8 p.m., $15

Sandra Collins

Mac Miller

NOVEMBER 21 A much-loved rapper from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Mac Miller has earned a name—well, several names—for himself over the past few years. Also known as multiple stage names, including Larry Fisherman, Delusional Thomas, Larry Lovestein and Malcolm James McCormick, he’s now having the most success as Mac Miller. Don’t miss your chance to see this exciting performer.

Marquee Theatre, 730 N. Mill Avenue, Tempe, 480.829.0607, luckymanonline.com, 6 p.m., $29

AY, MIJA!

Local-gone-global Amber Giles returns to her hometown this month

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Jackal

NOVEMBER 13 After one listen to this trap mastermind, it’s obvious that Jackal’s heart beats drum and bass. Jackal’s electronic music is widely supported by industry giants like Skrillex, Diplo, Zeds Dead, DJ Jazzy Jeff and Kill the Noise. Jackal’s fascination of producing music grew as he debuted a number of tracks, including a release on Mad Decent with Grandtheft and an original collaboration featuring CRNKN. Maya Day + Nightclub, 7333 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, 480.625.0528, mayaclubaz.com, 9 p.m., $10

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NOVEMBER 25 Sandra Collins has became one of the most well-known and beloved DJs in the business. Collins has been performing nonstop since the late ‘90s and is better than ever.

One of the top female DJs in the industry, Collins is known for her groundbreaking shows.

Bar Smith, 30 E. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.456.1991, barsmithphoenix.com, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., $10

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ife is good for local Amber Giles.

Giles, now known as DJ Mija, got her start as a local DJ in her hometown of Phoenix in 2012. The young 20-something was invited to perform on a Burning Man Kalliope car at the famous Bonnaroo Music Festival, and from there her career took off.

At Bonnaroo she unexpectedly ran into well-known DJ, Skrillex, and the two played a set together. That set helped her rise to fame as one of the newest and most inventive EDM artists in the business.

Soon after that she won a competition that landed her a gig at TomorrowWorld, where she was able to record a set that helped her establish her name in a music genre that generally doesn’t have many females.

Today, Mija is a Downtown Los Angeles DJ and producer who is becoming more and more popular by the minute. Her newest production “Crank It,” featuring Lil’ Jon, was released through Skrillex’s label, OWSLA. She also has a mix on Diplo’s podcast series and continues to attend music festivals around the country.

You can catch this cool chick perform her set at the Global Dance Festival at Tempe Beach Park on Friday, November 20 from 5 p.m. to 12 a.m. Tickets can be purchased online through Relentless Beats.

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s a bartender at Diego Pops in Old Town Scottsdale, Kimber Barton has a hard time explaining why she loves working there, but only because there are too many reasons.

“It’s either because the food and drinks are just so, so good or because our team is really supportive and great to work with,” she told us when we stopped in for a cocktail. Keep reading to see her answers to some of our other favorite questions.

The Entertainer!: Tell me about the oddest drink request you’ve gotten.

Barton: I’ll never forget this. This guy ordered a shot and wanted vodka, black pepper, Tabasco and mayonnaise in it. I thought it was a joke and he was going to pass it on to a friend, but he actually drank it.

What is your number one pet peeve when working?

Definitely unfriendly people. When I say, “Hi! How are you doing?” The answer is not, “Coors Light.”

What is your go-to drink when you’re at a bar other than you own?

A Moscow mule. I think it’s pretty safe wherever you go. Plus they are really refreshing, especially when you live in Phoenix, and a lot of place will have their own spin on it so it’s fun to try variations.

What does ordering a whiskey sour say about a person?

It kind of reminds me of movies or what the awkward coworker would order when things start getting weird at an office Christmas party.

What do you like about this drink, the watermelon mint margarita?

I think it’s a drink that looks nice and the mint isn’t overpowering, which I like a lot.

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ODDLY ACCURATE ASTROLOGY What does November hold for your social life?

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SCORPIO »

October 23 – November 21 This month’s goal is to take a new path. November’s planetary movements will create a series of psychological, emotional, physical and spiritual transformations that are long overdue. Take this time of change to try new things and new interests. Let yourself take advantage of this transformation.

SAGITTARIUS »

November 22 – December 21 A little bit of self discipline is needed to take care of some issues the first week of November, but once November 8th rolls around, you can get ready to party! The new moon on November 11th is favorable for constructive work development that may require confidentiality.

CAPRICORN »

December 22 – January 19 Expect this month to be full of social activities, from work to play! Your weekends will be available this month to fill with events so a pick a few networking and fun events and get out there and socialize! Spending time with others is very important, even if you would prefer alone time sometimes.

AQUARIUS »

January 20 – February 18 Networking is one of your most valuable skills, and this month you’ll be able to fully take advantage of that! November is a starting point for a transformation, and your career worries will subside this month.

Plus, your finances will increase just in time for the holidays.

PISCES »

February 19 – March 20 Trust your gut this month and start making moves— nothing happens until you take action.

Take advantage of all of November’s opportunities and happenings! Meet new, interesting people. Draw on your artistic nature and love of art and music to create your own happiness this month.

ARIES »

March 21 – April 21 Work may get in the way of your social life the first week of November. After November 8th, you’ll have your pickings of all of the fun events going on in town. Finances may come into play here, so try to pick quality over quantity. The new moon on November 11th will put on an emphasis on your relationships, so get prepared for some compromises.

TAURUS »

April 22 – May 20 November will offer you the opportunity to finally start moving toward a more consistent pattern, especially in your finances. Gaining more control over your pending debts and obligations will allow you to spend more time doing things that you enjoy. Try something new this month! You could discover something you really love.

GEMINI »

May 21 – June 21 There is a lot going on in your life at the moment, which causes some procrastination in other areas, but you can still allow time for yourself.

Your financial situation wasn’t great last month, but you’ll be back on track by the end of this month. Still be cautious in your spending, though. Nearby events and local places won’t stretch your wallet.

CANCER »

June 22 – July 22 There won’t be any work problems this month. Your home and emotional lives are your two main concerns. The local area offers more to do and see this month, still offering you new experiences without having to travel far. Take advantage of November’s good vibes and put that good energy into your romantic life!

LEO »

July 23 – August 22 Put your best “look” forward this month. No other sign has the sense of style that Leos do, especially around the holidays. Expect a demanding first half of the month and don’t be surprised if a change of job pops up with an opportunity to expand your knowledge or expertise.

VIRGO »

August 23 – September 22 You’ll have an overload of work to do, social invitations, family obligations and things that you’ll actually want to do! But Virgos rarely get overwhelmed where others would and it’s all because of your planning skills.

Working professionals should expect some golden opportunities at the start of this month. Go for it!

LIBRA »

September 23 – October 22 This month starts off rather quietly for you, so feel free to pursue you own personal interests.

Take some time to review the past few months, as this can allow you to move forward with more clarity. The new moon on November 11th brings a change in direction that highlights your finances.

Expect to be in demand by all of your friends this month.

Weiss Kelly is a Valley-based astrologer and Professional Member of the American Federation of Astrologers. For your personal 2015 forecast recorded on a CD, send her an inquiry email at weissastro@aol.com or call 480.600.7424.

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