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THE ENTERTAINER! MAGAZINE APRIL 2015

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PHX METRO » APRIL 2015

ON THE COVER

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Behind the Beard

For Carnivores Only

Nick Offerman is known for his manly man persona, but we found his soft spot in an interview to preview his touring show with wife Megan Mullally, “Summer of 69: No Apostrophe.”

The Arizona BBQ Festival cuts the fat for a meaty, down-home good time packed with redneck fun.

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Can Do!

The AmeriCAN Canned Beer Festival is back for its fifth year to prove that canned beer really can live up to the hype.

We’ve compiled some of the most adventurous, high-end and straight up expensive items available in the Valley that will have your friends green with envy.

on the cover: Nick Offerman as shot by Shayd Johnson for Sasquatch Festival.

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Crazy After All These Years

Christina Caldwell ccaldwell@entertainermag.com

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Chris Kattan is best known for his stint on “Saturday Night Live,” and though it’s been awhile since his appearance on the sketch show, he’s still tickling funny bones on tour.

METROPOLITAN 7 Top 25 • PHX Insider • The Maricopa County Fair • Get dirty with the Lucas Oil Off-Road Nationals • Funny man Chris Kattan • The Arizona BBQ Festival

EXTRAORDINAIRE 19 Free apps that will help you shell out a fortune • Some of the most extravagant Toys! for purchase in the Valley • The business of Country Thunder

ARTIST 33 The best arts events in April • Get “In the Mood” • Lisa Loeb talks glasses, kiddos and keeping her career alive

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Songwriter Supernova

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Christina Fuoco-Karasinski, Stan Robinson, Joseph Airdo, Randy Montgomery, Chuck Noll, Lynette Carrington, Weiss Kelly, Jasmine Kemper, Hayli Metter, Ainsley Despain

Just a few months ago, Hozier didn’t even have a full-length record. Today he has 260 million plays of his hit “Take Me to Church” on Spotify.

Now he just needs to take a moment to catch up to his own rising stardom.

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Film trivia that will blow your mind • The critics’ report card • Attractions coming to a theater near you • What movie should you see this month?

DINER 41

Hey, Four Eyes!

Dueling Diners at The Stockyards • The array of offerings at Chase Field • The Great Southwest Cajun Festival • Scottsdale Culinary Festival • The best food events in April • Happy Hour Guide

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The best beer events in April • Beertenders at Craft 64 • Bottle caps across America • AmeriCAN Canned Beer Festival • Beerfinder Directory • The Great Arizona Beer Festival

HIGHROLLER 59 Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers • The best casino events in April • Step away from the shiny games • A full list of casino events

GLADIATOR 63 The Caddy • CycloMesa rides its way into town • The best sports events in April • Golf tip

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Lisa Loeb is the ultra-cute bespectacled songstress from the ‘90s, but today she’s also a mom, a writer, a fashion designer and more.

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NIGHTOWL

The best family events in April • Disney on Ice • Indoor activities to get out of the heat • What’s new in SoCal

Nightlife photos • Oddly Accurate Astrology • Dumbed Down Drink • The Chandler Craft Spirits Festival • The best nightlife events in April • Mad Mixologist

SHOWMAN 77 Hozier comes to terms with his new fame • Live music calendar • Nick Offerman gets to the meat of things • Rixton invades America • The Maine comes home

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Wingstock 2015

APRIL 4 Think you can take the heat? Whether you prefer yours buffalo, fried or super hot, Wingstock will have the wings you’re looking for. The Valley’s best wings will all be represented at this festival.

Mesa Amphitheatre, 263 N. Center Street, Mesa, 480.644.2171, wingstockaz.com

US Airways Center, 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602.379.2000, usairwayscenter.com

Ariana Grande

APRIL 6 She may have gotten her start on the Disney Channel, but she has spread her wings quite a bit since then. The “Problem” and “Break Free” singer is joined by British band Rixton.

Barry Manilow

APRIL 8 We all know the story of Lola, a showgirl, and her boyfriend Tony at the Copacabana. For five decades, Manilow has been writing, producing and singing memorable songs such as “Mandy,” “Can’t Smile Without You” and “Looks Like We Made It.” Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue, Glendale, 623.772.3200, gilariverarena.com

CycloMesa

APRIL 10 THROUGH 12 Back for its fourth year, this free three-day event is tons of fun for the whole family—cyclists and non-cyclists alike. Kicking off with CyGLOWMesa on Friday night, the weekend is filled with bike-themed events and fun.

Mesa Convention Center, 201 N. Center Street, Mesa, 480.890.2613, cyclomesa.com

age, this festival will hold all fairlovers over until the state fair rolls back into town. With Spongebob visits every day, high-flying motocross, monster trucks, a magic show, a petting zoo and plenty of fried food to go around, it would be hard to leave this fair without a smile on your face.

AZ State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix, 602.252.0717, maricopacountyfair.org

Alabama Shakes

Scottsdale Culinary Festival

APRIL 7 THROUGH 12 Celebrating its 37th anniversary, this festival is six days of fancy dinners, themed cocktail parties and, of course, the Great Arizona Picnic, which features 50 restaurants, live music and fantastic chef demonstrations.

Various locations throughout Scottsdale, 480.945.7193, scottsdalefest.org

APRIL 8 With lead singer Brittany Howard at the helm, Alabama Shakes crashed onto the music scene in 2012 and really shook things up. A combination of soulful lyrics and undeniable rock melodies, this band is just plain fun to see live.

Marquee Theatre, 730 N. Mill Avenue, Tempe, 480.829.0607, luckymanonline.com

Maricopa County Fair

APRIL 8 THROUGH 12 The perfect event for kids of every

Country Thunder USA

APRIL 9 THROUGH 12 Truly considered a must for country fans of all kinds, this four-day festival features headliners Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, Brett Eldredge and Big & Rich.

Country Thunder West, 20585 E. Price (Station) Road, Florence, 866.802.6418, countrythunder.com

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alternative and indie rock lovers out there. Death Cab for Cutie and Panic! at the Disco will headline with Glass Animals and Family of the Year supporting.

Quail Run Park, 4155 E. Virginia Street, Mesa, altaz933.com

UFest

APRIL 11 An exciting festival for the metal, hardcore and alternative fans out there, this show is headlined by Rise Against, Three Days Grace, Nothing More and All That Remains.

Quail Run Park, 4155 E. Virginia Street, Mesa, 98kupd.com

Phoenix Pride Festival

APRIL 11 AND 12 Promoting unity, visibility and self-esteem among the LGBT community, this festival features live entertainment (Get excited for Wilson Phillips!), a parade and even a dance pavilion.

Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, 602.277.7433, phoenixpride.org

The Great Arizona Beer Festival

APRIL 18 Calling all beer lovers—welcome to hop heaven. With 200 beers from 50 local, national and international breweries, you might actually have to be a bit selective in which ones you have the room, and tolerance, to try.

Sloan Park, 2330 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Mesa, azbeer.com

Chipotle Cultivate

APRIL 18 Everyone! Chipotle is putting on a “food, ideas and music” festival. Yes, we’re serious. And considering the musical lineup includes Twenty One Pilots, MS MR and Bleachers, we’re just as excited as you are.

WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, chipotlecultivate.com/cities/ phoenix

Phoenix Improv Festival

APRIL 16 THROUGH 18 Get ready for a truly hilarious weekend. See troupe after troupe of talented improvisation professionals doing their absolute best to come up with most absurd and entertaining shows right on the spot.

Herberger Theater, 222 E. Monroe Street, Phoenix, 480.389.4852, phoeniximprovfestival.com

The Great Southwest Cajun Fest

APRIL 18 Whether you’re lucky enough to have traveled to New Orleans or you just like crawfish, you’ll certainly love this festival. Live jazz music, a crawfish boil by Angry Crab Shack and plenty of drinks to wash that down with, you’ll feel like you were transported to the French Quarter.

Margaret T. Hance Park, 1202 N. Third Street, Phoenix, southwestcajunfest.com

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Beer ‘N Bones

APRIL 24 A Tyrannosaurus Rex walks into a bar… This unique and super fun event for the 21 and over crowd, combines beer and science to raise funding for the Arizona Museum of Natural History and their newest project focused on dinosaurs that roamed Arizona and the Southwest.

With fun features like “Speed Date a Scientist,” interactive beer and science stations, plenty of food and drinks to go around and a raffle, this is the perfect opportunity for a different and informative date night.

Arizona Museum of Natural History, 53 N. Macdonald Road, Mesa, 480.644.2230, azmnh.com

Lucas Oil Off-Road Nationals

APRIL 24 AND 25 Start your engines! Get your adrenaline pumping this month with this exciting race. Cars, trucks and buggies will compete and kick up some dirt to see who crosses the line first.

Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park, 20000 S. Maricopa Road, Chandler, 520.796.5601, lucasoiloffroad.com

Nick Offerman & Megan Mullally

APRIL 23 You know her from her memorable role as Karen Walker on the popular sitcom “Will & Grace.” You know him from his “all-that-is-man” character Ron Swanson on “Parks & Recreation.”

What you may not know is that they are married and, if it is even possible, are even funnier as a pair than they are alone.

Comerica Theatre, 400 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.379.2800, comericatheatre.com

APRIL 25 AND 26 With a farmers market, music, arts and crafts, beer gardens and a wine tasting pavilion, you’re sure to have a great time. Food vendors and trucks include Antones, Molly’s Tamales and Queso Good. Plus, tickets start at just $10 and children under 12 get in for free!

Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass, 5700 W. North Loop Road, Chander, 800.630,1250, biteofarizona.com

Kenny Chesney

APRIL 29 Born in Tennessee, Kenny Chesney was nearly destined to be a huge country star. After graduating from college in 1990, Chesney began playing the local bar scene before he was discovered by a music label.

Now on his 15th record, Chesney is a country music superstar and hasn’t shown any signs of slowing down any time soon.

Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue, Glendale, 623.772.3200, gilariverarena.com

Chris Kattan

APRIL 30 You know him from his memorable “Saturday Night Live” characters such as Mango, Gay Hitler, and of course as one half of the Butabi Brothers with Will Ferrell, which became its own feature film, “A Night at the Roxbury” in 1998.

Stand Up Live, 50 W. Jefferson Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, 480.719.6100, standuplive.com

Hozier

APRIL 19 The “Take Me to Church” singer may hail from Ireland, but after an extremely successful 2014, he is now a worldwide star. Nominated for “Song of the Year” at the 2015 Grammy Awards, his single has made him a household name, only cemented after his jaw-dropping performance with Annie Lennox at the award ceremony.

Marquee Theatre, 730 N. Mill Avenue, Tempe, 480.829.0607, luckymanonline.com

Bite of Arizona Festival

Chandler Craft Spirits Festival APRIL 25 Come celebrate the hard work put in by the people behind your favorite batch and artisanal spirits. Whether you prefer whiskey or vodka, you’ll be able to taste your way through this festival to the soundtrack of great live music.

Dr. AJ Chandler Park, 3 S. Arizona Avenue, Chandler, 602.577.6888, chandlercraftspiritsfestival.com

Phoenix Pet Expo

APRIL 25 AND 26 Pet lovers of all sorts will love this convention. A huge adoption event, discounted vaccination, a bunch of exhibitors, plus giveaways and plenty of fun for both humans and animals will make this an unforgettable weekend for you and your best friend.

WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, 314.481.6701, phoenixpetexpo.com

Arizona BBQ Festival

MAY 2 Get ready to get your honky-tonk on! This fun and delicious festival encourages all of its patrons to dress up as their favorite rednecks and play in the Redneck Games.

Plus, over 25 top pit masters will be serving plenty of your barbecue favorites all day long.

Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, 480.270.5102, azbbqfestival.com

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Desert dwellers easily get used to shades of brown with the occasional pop of cactus green. However, every year about this time, Mother Nature decorates our landscape with bright pops of beautiful color.

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It is wildflower season in Arizona, and although our state probably isn’t the first place one thinks of for flowers, our deserts spring to life in a pretty incredible way. We’ve put together a list of a few of the best places to view wildflowers so you can get out there and enjoy the outdoors before the heat has us running for the air conditioning.

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The Lucas Oil Off-Road Nationals brings local faces and exhilarating races to Wild Horse Pass Ainsley Despain » The Entertainer!

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he light is green and the checkered flag is waving, so get ready to cheer!

Count on a thrilling jump-filled race at this year’s Lucas Oil Off-Road Nationals. Cars, trucks and buggies are going to kick up some dirt on the off-road track as drivers compete for the national championship.

Get into the excitement of the upcoming races by watching the practice races on Thursday, taking off at 4 p.m.

Official qualifying races begin Friday with the mod kart qualifying race starting at 7:30 p.m.

Come back on Saturday for more fast-paced off-road racing. Following the opening ceremonies, the races for the day will include the mod kart race, pro 4 race,

Get your lake time and wildflower viewing done in one visit. Cacti and other succulents bloom annually, and with plenty of picnic spots and hiking trails, this would be a great date spot.

pro lite race, pro buggy race and pro 2 race. Get in quick for a chance to meet the drivers and trackside seats so you don’t miss any of the action!

If you’re new to the racing game, you might still see a familiar face. Five of our very own Arizona natives will be competing this season, including 17 yearold Keaton Swane from Gilbert and 2014 Rookie of the Year, Kevin McCullough.

Old faces and new races—bring the whole family to enjoy a day at the tracks!

Lost Dutchman Park at The Superstition Mountains Fans of Mexican poppies and lupine will particularly enjoy this area. Although hikers can get up close and personal, just driving around on the mountain range’s gravel roads will offer beautiful views.

Saguaro National Park

One of the largest concentrated collections of saguaro cacti in the world, this park near Tucson bursts to life with color every year, which is only accented by the populous wildlife.

Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park

Located in Superior, this is Arizona’s oldest and largest botanical garden. The staff provides excellent and thorough wildflower tours this time of year.

Lucas Oil Off-Road Nationals Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park, 20000 S. Maricopa Road, Chandler, 520.796.5601, lucasoiloffroad.com, Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 25, times vary, prices vary

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McDowell Sonoran Preserve

Located just outside the great Phoenix area, this area is blessed with several hiking trails that each have their own personality, but you can be sure to get your fill of poppies on all of them.

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omedian/“Saturday Night Live” veteran Chris Kattan is everything a journalist would hope he would be.

Equal parts funny and informative, Kattan pokes fun of his career, his hits and misses, and even one of his most well-known “SNL” characters, the apple-devouring Mr. Peepers.

Kattan spoke to The Entertainer! to preview his Thursday, April 30 gig at Stand Up Live in Phoenix.

The Entertainer!: I have to admit that I’m a big fan of your “Saturday Night Live” skits and the movie “A Night at the Roxbury,” which is a guilty pleasure.

Thank you. I appreciate that. I think the best thing about “A Night at the Roxbury” is that it’s in color. That’s one of my favorite things.

Your publicist said you’re filming something new. What are you working on?

A new Adam Sandler film called “The

Ridiculous Six,” and it’s a Western comedy, actually. It’s got a great cast— Luke Wilson, Nick Nolte, Kevin Costner, and, uh, (laughs) Rob Schneider, a lot of people, Whitney Cummings. I’m trying to remember who else. It’s a great ensemble cast. I’m excited to be a part of it.

I read on the Internet—I don’t know how accurate that is—that you have a few projects in post-production. It sounds like it’s going to be an exciting year for you.

Unfortunately, some of those will never be released. But that’s OK. No, I’m joking.

I’m looking forward to seeing them all. All two of them.

During your time on “SNL,” what was the one thing you took away from your time there?

How to be good looking is one. How to eat well. How to make out with Will Farrell.

I’m sure Mr. Peepers taught you how to eat apples the right way.

I think the best thing about ‘A Night at the Roxbury’ is that it’s in color. That’s one of my favorite things.

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I learned how to do it incorrectly. I still eat apples exactly the same way. I don’t know the correct way.

What can we expect from your show when you come to town?

I think you’ll definitely have a fun time.

A lot of things to laugh about, and most of all, I think you’ll probably be crying a lot. My show is a big tearjerker. You’ll be crying for about 20 to 30 minutes.

I know you’re kidding but I’ll probably definitely cry. I cry about anything.

Why do you cry a lot?

I’m just a sap. I’ll cry at an AT&T commercial.

Did you cry at “Dumbo” or “Bambi”?

I probably would, yeah You haven’t seen either one?

I saw them but I was pretty young. It was probably 40 years ago.

You’d probably cry more.

That’s all I need is more crying.

I don’t want to spoil it, but Bambi’s mom dies and Dumbo’s mom gets chained up.

There are a lot of mother issues.

I sobbed like a baby at “American Sniper.”

That’s a good one. That’s funny one. A lot of laughs.

What do you have planned for the rest of the year? Just the Adam Sandler flick?

That’s going to take about an hour of my time. That’s really it. No, I’ve got a couple of Pilates classes. I’ve got my birthday.

That’s going to come. Christmas and the show in Phoenix. That’s about it. Actually, I’m really looking forward to it. I have a lot of stuff coming up. “Hotel Transylvania 2,” I did a voice in that. There are a couple other things that are so exciting but I’m not allowed to discuss them.

Do you do a lot of improvisation in your live show?

I do some. I have a set, but I like to definitely be off the cuff, as they say, and be ready and stay on your toes. The audience likes it. Keeps it alive and they like to be involved as well. I like to do it.

It’s fun to do that. It’s a good thing to do.

I remember speaking to you before. Your voice is very memorable.

It was a long time ago!

You have that sexy, “I just woke up” kind of sound.

Chris Kattan

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et the entire family excited for this year’s Maricopa County Fair, where there’s something for everyone including rides, food, entertainment and more.

The Freckle Farms Petting Zoo will allow the kids to get up close and personal to goats, sheep, pot belly pigs, alpacas and miniature donkeys. The Wild West Turkey Stampede will make everyone go wild as they cheer on the turkeys racing for a prize. Other events include Farm Tours and Extreme Moto X, all included in the price of admission. For those who love an axle-grinding, earth pounding show, be sure to check out the monster truck shows featured throughout the week.

In addition to the classic carnival rides everyone grew up with, don’t miss the Haai Shark Encounter—the only traveling shark show in the country! Listen to the diver, Philip Peters, narrate as he

swims in the 5,000 gallon tank with the sharks. An audience member may get the chance to help with the show, so bring your brave face.

During the week, four stages will feature local bands, choirs, dance groups and all day Saturday will feature artists hosted by K-Love radio.

Entertainment for the week also includes Mr. Animation, who will wow crowds with music, physical comedy, and dancing. Other favorites like NBA Halftime Star Skip Banks and Calamity Jo will bring the laughs and fun. Don’t leave without a picture with Sponge Bob Squarepants, who will be wandering the fairgrounds during the week.

Food booths will sell classic fair food such as kettle corn, corn dogs, cotton candy, turkey legs, funnel cakes and even deep fried coffee. Craft exhibits will include quilts, jams, pies, jewelry, photographs and more, so there’s a little something for everyone at this local mainstay event.

Maricopa County Fair

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he Arizona BBQ Festival is one down home shindig you won’t want to miss!

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Over 25 pit masters will provide some of the best pulled pork, brisket, ribs and chicken you can find in the Valley.

All BBQ vendors will offer $2 samples as well as full meal plates of racks of ribs, pulled pork sandwiches and nachos.

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Wash it all down with drinks and beer while live bands entertain the crowds.

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Enjoy actual wrestling shows and cooking demonstrations while the kids hang out in the Kids Zone.

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Start practicing early for an advantage in the watermelon seed spitting contest, hub cap hurling contest, arm wrestling and beer pong. More games include toilet seat horseshoes, dead lawn mower mover, keg rolling, and of course, the classic pie eating contest.

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Braun meets beauty at the Scottsdale Rugby Bowl Ainsley Despain » The Entertainer!

The Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale Rugby Bowl: Beauty & the Beast

Scottsdale Stadium, 7408 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale, 480.423.1212, therugbybowl.com, Saturday, April 18, $10 adv, $15 dos

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s manly as Rugby is, there is usually little room for beauty. Broken bones, banged up faces and blood are all common occurrences, but Scottsdale Rugby Bowl: Beauty & the Beast is out to change that.

The body slamming action will take a break at 2:30 p.m. and go from beasts to beauties for an exclusive “Warning Track” Fashion Show, produced by Phoenix Fashion Week.

After rising from the dugout, models will walk the perimeter of the stadium wearing shorter springtime attire to kick off the season.

From bold statement pieces to neutral basics, Phoenix Fashion Week leads the fashion industry in Arizona. The mission of the organization is to bridge the gap between designers, both national and international, and to expose the world to Arizona’s style.

Rugby starts at 11 a.m. with Arizona’s High School Rugby Championship, followed by the USC Trojans against the NAU Lumberjacks at 1 p.m. After the fashion show the ASU Sun Devils will go play the Ohio State Buckeyes at 3 p.m.

Rugby fans can also test their strength against Travis Bagent, the World Arm Wrestling Champion. In addition, some of the Valley’s fanciest cars will be on display thanks to Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale along with local dealerships and auto clubs.

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The Entertainer!: Back in 2007 Country Thunder was struggling a bit. How did you come in and turn it around?

Vollhoffer: We brought our philosophy of inclusion—it’s everybody’s festival.

It’s the people’s festival; it’s the media’s festival. We opened the doors to everybody to be a part of it. I think that was a start and then we upped the ante on the talent. It was very important for us to up the level of talent and we did a lot of internal changing, too, to ensure that the festival ran smoothly. We brought over 35 years of festival experience to the business.

BIGGER BUSINESS

How Country Thunder became one of the nation’s best country music festivals Lynette Carrington » The Entertainer!

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ountry Thunder roars into town Thursday, April 9 through Sunday, April 12 in Florence. You may know the marquee names that will be performing, including Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, Big & Rich, Dustin Lynch and many others. But what does it take to make the magic of Country Thunder happen? The Entertainer! spoke to Country Thunder executive producer Troy Vollhoffer about some of the many things

What’s your process when deciding what talent to invite to Country Thunder?

We look at who’s the largest act in country music and we start there. It’s a very tricky thing and there is no formula. We’ve been very fortunate to put the largest names in country music on our roster.

In addition to procuring talent, what else do you have to do to successful Country Thunder each year?

Even though 2015 Country Thunder hasn’t happened yet, we’re already planning for 2016. There’s all the permitees and the permits that need to be acquired, we start looking at artists and some ideas of what we’re going to put together for a roster.

There’s obviously the overview of the previous year where we look at everything and any improvements we can make. We always want to constantly improve what we’ve got going on and we’re always looking for opportunities to expand our camping.

Then we get into the hardcore planning of the programming of the event. Obviously there are many meetings with the Sheriff’s department, who are great partners and the City of Florence and the county on how traffic flows, and our responsibilities and their responsibilities. They are amazing to work with and we’re very fortunate to have those people in place because it makes our jobs a lot easier.

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Experience MIM: 5th Anniversary Celebration Sat. & Sun., April 25 & 26 | 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Tickets: Included with paid museum admission; free for Circle of Friends donors Five years ago, MIM opened its doors to the public. We invite you to celebrate this milestone with festivities including: • • • • •

CONCERTS

EVENTS & EXHIBITIONS

April 11 Souhail Kaspar: Mirage— Music and Dance of the Arab World

April 20 Steve Adelson and Emmett Chapman: Music of the Chapman Stick

April 17 Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents Ladies Sing the Blues with Catherine Russell, Brianna Thomas, and Charenee Wade

April 22 Le Vent du Nord

April 19 Kneebody

Live musical performances Dancing Hands-on Activities Wine tasting And more!

April 26 The Quebe Sisters Band April 29 La Santa Cecilia

April 11 & 12 Experience Middle Eastern Music

May 9 Drum Break: Discover What’s Beyond the Beat

April 17 Homeschool Day: Trailblazer Self-Guided Tour

May 23 & 24 Experience Polynesia

April 18 Curator’s Choice Series: Drums in African Art April–May MIMkids: Mini Music Makers

June 1–26 MIM Summer Camp: Around the World Open Daily Special Exhibition: Beyond the Beat: Drums of the World

For more information and tickets, visit MIM.org.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MUSEUM

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SIGHTS AND SOUNDS FROM ANOTHER ERA

‘In the Mood’ will bring you back in time Jasmine Kemper » The Entertainer!

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et “In the Mood” for this timeless performance!

The In the Mood touring show has been swingin’ into countries around the world for over 21 years. The show is coming to Mesa Arts Center to share some iconic 1930s to ’40s moments through song and dance.

Go back to “America’s Swing Era,” with music legends like Glenn Miller, Artie Shaw, Tommy Dorsey and Frank Sinatra.

This show will take you back to when thousands of young Americans were drafted to fight for America during WWII. As a result, a style of music was created that brought hope and optimism to our country.

Intricate costumes, choreographed dances, talented singers and live big band music will grace the stage to give audiences a genuine 1940s experience. The band, along with the performers, plays a huge part in setting the scene.

“I like to say that the band is the seventh principal in the show. Their emotional connection to the music is just as important as the singers/dancers,” Alex Sanchez, choreographer and director, told The Boston Globe.

Sanchez works to make sure the performers understand what it was like to be a young person during the depression so that they can convey an authentic performance for the audience.

Vic Schoen, the main arranger of the show, played a huge part in its success.

Schoen created music for the Andrews Sisters and was the Music Director for

Paramount Pictures and Universal. Although he has since passed, his presence lives on through his musical arrangements.

Songs from the show include classics such as “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,” “Sing, Sing, Sing,” and of course, “In the Mood.”

The American Swing Era will come to life on stage for all generations to enjoy. With live music, singing and dancing, In the Mood celebrates a time when something as simple as music brought people together.

In the Mood

Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main Street, Mesa, 480.644.6500, mesaartscenter.com, Tuesday, April 7 through Sunday, April 12, times vary, $34-$59

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engagement, where solo artist Charlie Bethel re-imagines Homer’s famous story.

Southwest Shakespeare Company Offices, 55 E. Main Street, Mesa, 480.644.6500, swshakespeare.org

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CALENDAR April might dry up as far as touring acts go, but the Valley arts scene is still alive and well. Get out of the house and indoors at any of these local shows sure to make you swoon this month.

Romeo and Juliet THROUGH APRIL 12 Arizona Theatre Company takes on the popular Shakespeare masterpiece that we all read in school. The Capulets and Montagues take to the stage with state-of-the-art scenery, lighting and projections. Don’t miss this unique production of one of the greatest love stories ever told.

Herberger Theater Center, 222

E. Monroe Street, Phoenix, 602.256.6995, arizonatheatre.org

The Odyssey APRIL 3 THROUGH 8 Experience adventure, magic and revenge as you enter the world of shipwrecks, sirens and mythical creatures. Southwest Shakespeare Company invites you to a special

Carnival of Illusion APRIL 4 Sarlot and Eyed, the dynamic magic duo entertain discerning adult audiences with an “Intimate Evening of Magic, Mystery and Ohla-la.” Their vaudeville-style show provides old world magic in a parlorlike setting with plenty of audience participation. Check the show’s website for additional dates and locations.

Arizona Biltmore Resort, 2400 E. Missouri Avenue, Phoenix, 480.359.7469, carnivalofillusion.com

Motown the Musical APRIL 21 THROUGH 26 No matter your age, everyone knows the music of Motown. Berry Gordy helped launch the careers of Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson and so many more. This Broadway production tells the story of Gordy and features all the familiar music you love.

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

CARNIVAL OF ILLUSION APRIL 4

MOTOWN THE MUSICAL APRIL 21 THROUGH 26

TIM FULLER

APRIL 9 Chanticleer, the San Francisco-based male chorus, is celebrating its 37th season with a stop in Wickenburg.

Founded in 1978, the group has performed all around the world.

During their desert visit, expect to hear interpretations of vocal literature, ranging from Renaissance to Jazz, from Gospel to today’s hits.

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

The Daughter of the Regiment APRIL 10 THROUGH 12 The final production of Arizona Opera’s current season is hailed as a “whimsical and hilarious romp” and is about a feisty young woman raised by French soldiers in the Alps. Finish off the season with a hilarious comedy!

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

Katsina Doll Marketplace APRIL 11 Katsina dolls have long been part of Native American cultures. The Heard Museum invites you to attend the nation’s largest gathering of carvers.

On display will be dolls of traditional THE DAUGHTER OF THE REGIMENT APRIL 10 THROUGH 12

ROMEO AND JULIET THROUGH APRIL 12

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and contemporary styles, plus musical performances and more. Get your own at the free marketplace event.

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

Javalinas Josefina, Juan and Jose.

Audiences young and old will enjoy their misadventures.

Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, 480.350.2822, childsplayaz.org

Nelson Illusions

The Tomkat Project

APRIL 11 The largest touring illusion show in the United States comes to Gilbert!

You will be amazed by the 21-ft. “Drill of Death,” which goes through a woman and lifts her high up in the air.

Four magicians, each with their own style, will take to the stage during the theatrical spectacle.

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

APRIL 24 THROUGH MAY 9 A satirical look at Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes and Scientology. Seven actors portray 54 characters (aka Hollywood celebrities). You can always count on Stray Cat Theatre to deliver one-of-akind productions and this shouldn’t be any different. But as they say, “Do not expect a Hollywood ending.”

Tempe Performing Arts Center, 132 E. Sixth Street, Tempe, 480.227.1766, straycattheatre.org

Pioneer Pepper and the Sunset Pioneers APRIL 11, 24 AND 25 Gold panning, gun fights, dinner and more… all in true Arizona fashion! A former Chicago police officer turned in his badge to live his dream, while carrying out the spirit, music and fun of the Old West. Pioneer Pepper performs with the Sunset Pioneers.

Check the Pioneer Pepper’s website for additional dates and locations.

Rockin’ R Ranch, 6136 E. Baseline Road, Mesa, 480.832.1539, sunsetpioneers.com

Buyer & Cellar APRIL 15 THROUGH MAY 3 Off-Broadway and now just slightly off Central Avenue! Phoenix Theatre presents a comedic one-man show that was a smash hit in New York.

Alex Moore is a struggling actor who takes a quite unusual gig in the basement of the home of a Hollywood A-lister.

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

Music is in the Air APRIL 18 Local artists from the Southeast Valley and Pinal County will take to the stage and showcase their vocal talents while performing some of Broadway’s biggest hits. This tribute began in the early ’80s in New York.

Head out to Queen Creek for the opportunity to see who may become the next big star.

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

The Three Javelinas APRIL 19 THROUGH MAY 24 In the spirit of the Southwest, Childsplay brings to life the book by Susan Lowell. This world-premiere stage adaptation tells the tale of

Experience MIM APRIL 25 AND 26 This April, Phoenix’s Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) is celebrating its fifth anniversary.

The first 100 guests each day (on the anniversary weekend) will be treated to a birthday cupcake. While celebrating, see instruments from favorite musicians such as John Lennon, Taylor Swift, Elvis Presley, Carlos Santana and others. Plus, more than 6,000 instruments from 200 countries are on display throughout the numerous galleries.

Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix, 480.478.6000, themim.org

Ballet Etudes’ Cinderella APRIL 25 AND 26 While the national Broadway tour is captivating the country and the Disney movie is in theaters, the Valley’s Ballet Etudes will entertain audiences with the classic tale of Cinderella, her stepsisters and her Fairy Godmother. Magical sets, beautiful costumes and original choreography should delight audiences. Don’t forget to wear your glass slippers!

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

Día del Niño APRIL 26 The animals will not be singing, but you may see them trying to dance to the music of Mariachis during Día del Niño. While visiting your favorite zoo creatures, save time for the numerous Ballet Folklórico performances. The Phoenix Zoo is offering a day to celebrate children, animals and culture with shows, music and more.

Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, 602.286.3800, phxzoo.org

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NELSON ILLUSIONS APRIL 11

THE THREE JAVELINAS APRIL 19 THROUGH MAY 24

PIONEER PEPPER APRIL 11, 24 AND 25

El Puente Theatre Festival and Mask Procession APRIL 26 Grab the family and head out to Tempe for performances by local artists, mask-making and other fun arts-related activities. There will be a mask procession made up of kids, families and performers.

In addition, be among one of the first 500 attendees to enjoy a VIP performance of Childsplay’s “The Three Javelinas!” Admission to the festival is free.

Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, 480.350.2822, childsplayaz.org

All Balanchine APRIL 30 THROUGH MAY 3 Known as the “father of ballet,” George Balanchine is noted for defining and creating American ballet. Ballet Arizona pays an annual tribute to the chorographer through a production encompassing three works, which this year includes “Allegro Brillante,” “Stravinsky Violin” and “La Sonnambul.” The company’s artistic director is one of only a few artists worldwide authorized to stage Balanchine masterpieces.

Phoenix Symphony Hall, 75 N. Second Street, Phoenix, 602.381.1096, balletaz.org

Phoenix Boys Choir Spring Pops Concert: Winning Spirit MAY 1 AND 2 The award-winning Phoenix Boys choir is a true local treasure and has performed for audiences around the globe. For their local Spring Pops Concert, songs from the world of sports and gaming will be performed.

Expect to hear music from Van Halen, Queen, Shakira and more!

Orpheum Theatre (May 1), 203 W. Adams Street, Phoenix; Gilbert High School (May 2), 1101 E. Elliot Road, Gilbert, 602.264.5328, phoenixboyschoir.org

Beyond the Beat: Drums of the World THROUGH JUNE 21 The MIM offers you everything you ever wanted to know about drums and more! More than 100 drums from nations across the globe will be on display. The exhibit will not only explain the cultural and historical significance of the instrument in relation to its respective region, but also highlight performance techniques and more. Videos, photographs and other multimedia relating to drums are part of the exhibition.

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L

isa Loeb has done it all.

Since her 1994 hit “Stay (I Missed You)” became a pop culture phenomenon, the bespectacled performer has perfected her eyewear collection, written children’s books, starred in television shows, but most of all, became a mom to two children.

She was in her late 20s when she scored the ubiquitous hit—which, incidentally, was the first No.1 by an unsigned artist—but the success was a learning experience for her.

“I think I just try to follow my heart and do things that I’m interested in doing,” she says.

“Luckily now, as an artist and a business person, there is a lot of flexibility and a lot of opportunities.”

Visiting Arizona is one of her interests. When Loeb brings her familyfriendly show to the Scottsdale Civic Center Amphitheatre on Saturday, April 25, she is planning on reconnecting with old friend Mark Tarbell, the mastermind behind Tarbell’s restaurant in Phoenix, hiking up Camelback Mountain and—if she can persuade her—bring her mom so she can visit the Grand Canyon.

“When you’re working, it does take up a lot of time and energy, so you want

to do things that you love doing—as much as you can,” she says.

These days she is directing her energy toward a new proper album, the premier of “Camp Kappawanna,” a kids musical opening in New York with the Atlantic Theater Company, and her eyewear line, which is now available at Costco. Her most recent album, No Fairy Tale, was co-produced by Loeb and New Found Glory’s Chad Gilbert, in what seems to be an odd pairing.

“New Found Glory covered ‘Stay’ and asked me to sing harmony on it, which I did,” Loeb says. “He contacted me to see if he could produce a record for me. I thought it was a great idea. It’s a little more rock and much higher energy.

He was wonderful to work with.”

She owes it all to the staying power— no pun intended—of “Stay,” which played key roles in “Hot Tub Time Machine 2” and “Orange is the New Black.”

“What I love is that people have that sentimental connection to it that can bring out all different emotions— everything from heartfelt love and loss,” she says. “There is a humorous side to it, too, when all your girlfriends sang along to it, which we saw in ‘Orange is the New Black.’ It’s become such an icon on its own that you can put it in those situations poking fun. It just has its own life.”

When you’re working, it does take up a lot of time and energy, so you want to do things that you love doing— as much as you can.

Lisa Loeb

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FROM ART HISTORY

Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling composition stretches over 500 square meters and contains over 300 figures. » “West Side Story” is a modern day telling of Shakespeare’s “Romeo & Juliet” » Oscar de la Renta originally went to school for painting, but made extra money on the side drawing clothes for newspapers and fashion houses.

Classic Story; Cutting-Edge Technology Go-Go Boots. Really, Go-Go Boots!

There’s a Vespa in Verona “…surprising humor, lots of lust…”

An ending to die for…

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What movie should you see this month?

Ask our experts!

STAN’S MOVIE OF THE MONTH:

“Woman in Gold”

“Little Boy” PG-13 - TBD A 7-year-old boy is willing to do whatever it takes to end World War II so he can bring his father home. The story reveals the indescribable love a father has for his little boy and the love a son has for his father. Starring Kevin James, Emily Watson, Tom Wilkinson, Ben Chaplin, David Henrie, Ted Levine and Michael Rapaport.

“The Longest Ride”

“Age of Adaline”

PG-13 - TBD The lives of a young couple intertwine with a much older man as he reflects back on a lost love while he’s trapped in an automobile crash. Starring Britt Robertson, Melissa Benoist, Scott Eastwood, Jack Huston, Oona Chaplin, Alan Alda and Lolita Davidovich

PG-13 – 113 MINUTES A young woman (Blake Lively) born at the turn of 20th century is rendered ageless after an accident. After years of a solitary life, she meets a man who might be worth losing her immortality.

Also starring Harrison Ford and Ellen Burstyn.

“Clouds of Sils Maria” R – 124 MINUTES A veteran actress (Juliette Binoche) comes face-to-face with an uncomfortable reflection of herself when she agrees to take part in a revival of the play that launched her career 20 years earlier. Also starring Kristen Stewart, Chloë Grace Moretz and Lars Eidinger.

“Desert Dancer” PG-13 – 98 MINUTES Afshin Ghaffarian (Reece Ritchie) risks everything to start a dance company amidst his home country of Iran’s politically volatile climate and the nation’s ban on dancing. Also starring Freida Pinto, Nazanin Boniadi, Tom Cullen, Reece Ritchie, Simon Kassianides and Farid Ghaffarian.

“Furious 7” PG-13 – 140 MINUTES Featuring the late Paul Walker’s last on-screen appearance, in this seventh installment in the franchise, Deckard Shaw (Jason Statham) seeks revenge against Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel) and his family for the death of his brother. Also starring Shad Moss, Elsa Pataky, Ronda Rousey, Lucas Black, Nathalie Emmanuel, Michelle Rodriguez, Kurt Russell and Djimon Hounsou.

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“Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2” PG – 94 MINUTES After six years of keeping our malls safe, Paul Blart has earned a well-deserved vacation. He heads to Vegas with his teenage daughter before she heads off to college. But safety never takes a holiday, and when duty calls, Blart answers. Starring Kevin James, Raini Rodriguez, Eduardo Verástegui, Daniella Alonso, Neal McDonough, David Henrie and Nicholas Turturro.

“Unfriended” TBD - 82 MINUTES A group of online chat room friends find themselves haunted by a mysterious, supernatural force using the account of their dead friend. Starring Cal Barnes, Matthew Bohrer, Courtney Halverson, Shelley Hennig, Renee Olstead, Will Peltz and Mickey River.

“The Water Diviner” TBD - 111 MINUTES Directed by Russell Crowe, the story centers on an Australian man traveling to Turkey after the Battle of Gallipoli to try and locate his three missing sons. Starring Jai Courtney, Olga Kurylenko, Russell Crowe, Isabel Lucas, Damon Herriman, Jacqueline McKenzie and Deniz Akdeniz.

“Woman in Gold,” the name of the most expensive painting of all time, is a poignant story that starts in the Austrian occupation during WWII and the acquisition of family works of art by the Nazi’s during the war. The subsequent lawsuit 68 years later to reclaim rightful ownership stars Helen Mirren as the woman whose art was taken and Ryan Reynolds as the modern day attorney who takes the case to the highest courts in the US and Austria. The drama is intense as the viewer gets a glimpse of the effects of the war not found in history books. That make’s “Woman in Gold” a must see!

RANDY’S MOVIE OF THE MONTH:

“It Follows”

“It Follows” is a nightmare-inducing indie horror film and an instant classic.

From the opening scene you are on the edge of your seat. A slow build leads to an intense last half hour. The suburban and inner city Detroit filming locations, cinematography and production design lead to one heck of a scary film. Director David Robert Mitchell has created a mood that has not been captured in the genre for quite some time and the talented cast performs perfectly.

The limited March opening blew away expectations. Look for the film to platform across the country over the next few weeks.

JOSEPH’S MOVIE OF THE MONTH:

“Wild Tales”

“Wild Tales” is not only the most entertaining foreign language film of the year, it is also the best—two qualitative factors that rarely align.

Spanning six different yet equally peculiar parables, the new Argentinean import is an exceptionally clever and wonderfully wicked anthology about losing control. Its dark energy and depraved enthusiasm are infectious as each short twists, turns, intrigues, thrills, shocks and incites fits of laughter. Each one is enjoyable in its own right, with a story about road rage taking the prize for best (or at least most debased) in show, but together they weave one devilishly delightful feature film.

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FILM TRIVIA

The Report Card

Our film writers grade what’s in theaters Stan

Randy

Joseph

Chappie Cinderella Danny Collins Effie Gray Fifty Shades of Grey The Gunman It Follows Kingsman: The Secret Service

“Furious 7” star Vin Diesel named his newborn daughter Pauline after the late Paul Walker.

Kumiko: The Treasure Hunter McFarland, USA Merchants of Doubt Run All Night

George Lucas’ dog was named Indiana.

The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel Serena Unfinished Business

It was originally announced that Ronald Reagan would play the lead in “Casablanca.”

Wild Tales Woman in Gold = Positive

ABOUT THE FILM WRITERS STAN ROBINSON is retired with over 25 years of film and television production experience. Stan draws from his behind-the-scenes expertise to survey a film’s challenges to cinematically present a story. Production credits available at IMDB.com ~ Movie items available at ScreenScene.org ~ Twitter: @NikitaAtSection ~ Email: Movies@StanRobinson.org

RANDY MONTGOMERY Randy’s reactions reveal the emotional intuition of an average moviegoer. With a master’s degree in counseling and education, Randy grounds his opinions in a unique combination of both a movie’s surface entertainment value and its ability to affect him on an even deeper level. Email him at RandyJay7694@yahoo.com

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JOSEPH J. AIRDO is a producer of and film

commentator for “Breakthrough Entertainment,” a talk radio show airing 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays on KPHX 1480 AM that shines a spotlight on the practical perspectives of the topics and themes explored in movies. Read his reviews on BreakRadioShow.com and Examiner.com, or email him at joseph.airdo@gmail.com

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resh off Spring Training, the Diamondbacks start their regular season on April 6 and are being welcomed back with an exciting new dining experience at Chase Field.

Local favorites including Lo-Lo’s Chicken & Waffles, Paradise Valley Burger Co., America’s Taco Shop and Zoyo Neighborhood Yogurt have been added and now provide a true “taste” of the Valley to fans from out of town.

In addition to those vendors, Chase Field also added “The Draft Room,” a new craft beer bar for the beer lovers

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out there, as well as Food Truck Alley, where food trucks will rotate each series to provide more options for fans.

By adding these choices, the Diamondbacks are keeping with their recent theme of upping the dining ante, which they started in 2014 with the addition of the $25 D-Bat Dog. Served on a bed of French fries, the D-Bat Dog is an 18-inch corn dog that is stuffed with cheddar cheese, jalapenos and bacon.

However, the real star of the show will be the decadent

Churro Dog, a warm cinnamon churro placed inside a chocolate-glazed Long John donut, then topped with frozen yogurt, caramel and chocolate sauces and whipped cream.

For a mere $8.50, this 1,117 calorie dream can be yours with a side of baseball.

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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 totally game.

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CHRISTINA’S ACCOUNT:

We were going to a steakhouse, so we were going to get steak. Andrew couldn’t have been happier.

People often refer to grown men who are picky eaters as “meat and potatoes guys.”

It would be unfair to categorize Andrew as such. He sometimes also eats cheese and pasta, too. I’ve often thought that if it weren’t for the green vegetables that sometimes sneak their way into his pasta sauce he’d develop scurvy in a matter of days. And I can’t help but think that if that were to happen, he’d die happy knowing an orange wedge never made it past his lips.

With his final breath he’d squeak out his last words—“It’s a texture thing.”

At his funeral, I’d say a beautiful eulogy about how much I loved him, how much I’ll miss him and how he died doing what he loved—not eating his damn vegetables.

But hey, life is for the living, and at time of writing, Andrew is still alive. And while he’s alive he’s going to indulge in some dead cows. The Stockyards, having opened its doors in Phoenix in 1947, is the local expert on dead cows. As our lovely server told us, “I always tell people, there’s a cow on the roof for a reason.”

So naturally I ordered the lobster. It’s not that I don’t like steak. I do. It’s just that Andrew ordered a slab of meat big enough for the both of us—the 16 ounce New York strip—which isn’t even close to being the largest steak on the menu. Not by a whopping eight ounces.

When most people think “steakhouse” they think steak, with good reason, but for me it means seafood.

Steakhouses are one of the few places that do seafood right in Arizona, and I had a hankering for sea scorpions as soon as we picked Stockyards as our destination.

After we ordered, our server came by with Stockyards’ famous biscuits and cornbread basket, served with a sweet butter, and they also delivered a “relish” filled with chopped veggies even I haven’t experienced.

But no one goes to Stockyards to experience trendy, avant garde cuisine.

If you’re looking for that, turn your car around and head straight back to Old Town because Stockyards does the classics and does them right. My lobster came plated simply and beautifully with a “parmesan potato stack,” with delicious layered potatoes and a creamy parmesan sauce. The lobster was sweet and fresh, which led me to ask about the elephant in the room.

“Think they killed these lobsters fresh?” I said.

“Probably,” Andrew said, knowing it would torture me. I looked down at the lobster corpses below.

“Sorry, lobsters.” I took another bite.

“Their tails are kind of cute.”

Not surprisingly, Andrew ordered the same potato side. The parmesan potato stack had potatoes and cheese, so two of the four main Andrew food groups were covered. Then there was the giant steak...

Grilled medium with a hot pink center, the New York strip was a showstopper. It didn’t need any sauces or frills. The juicy, melt-in-your-mouth flavor was enough for us, though Stockyards will give you your choice of sauce— whiskey peppercorn demi-glace or bearnaise—if you decide you can’t handle all that meaty flavor on its own.

At the end of the meal, Andrew picked the “green stuff” off his plate and said “Hey, what’s this? Parsley?” Of course he wouldn’t know. He nibbled on it a bit.

“I still don’t know.”

Shocker.

ANDREW’S ACCOUNT:

Stockyards opened a few years after the end of World War II, declaring its own World War Moo. As you maybe have guessed from that Pulitzer-worthy pun, Stockyards is a steakhouse. And they are determined to not let you forget that. Besides the roof-residing bovine that serves as a warning to cows and vegetarians alike, the hostess area is adorned with an enormous set of horns on the wall and a full cow-skin rug. Upon being seated, I was almost surprised when we received ice water and not carafes of chilled milk.

There was no question that I was going to eat a steak that night. The only decisions I needed to make were the cut, the size and how I wanted my potatoes.

The answers? Any, big and now. Stockyards’ cuts range from a sophisticated 5 ounce filet mignon to the behemoth Arizona Cut, 24 solid ounces of bone-in ribeye.

I have to be honest. I love steak, but I could not tell you the difference between a sirloin and a porterhouse. Because of my anatomical ignorance, when faced with choosing cuts of beef I usually just go with my hometown and pick the New York strip. I haven’t been disappointed yet.

Christina, being in a steakhouse, decided she was soooo unique and wouldn’t conform to your rules, maaaan.

So she ordered lobster. My eyes rolled so aggressively, people began scanning the room for the source of the high pitched grinding sound. When my vision returned I was excited to see fresh biscuits and cornbread.

Then again, if you can think of more than three situations where that’s not a welcome sight, you are what’s wrong with America.

Along with the baked goods, we were served a medley of vegetables to nibble on. Christina, in all of her smugness, likes

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to flaunt how much more adventurous she is with her food choice. Then she pronounced “jicama” incorrectly and I was blind again.

I don’t know why I continue reviewing restaurants with Christina. I can’t afford all of my optometry bills and my credit is ruined. I’m going to lose everything.

I quickly forgot about my crushing financial situation when our plates arrived.

My plate’s presentation had an almost cocky attitude. A plain white dish with a steak, potatoes and a spring of green something—as if to say, “this is very good steak, that is all.” Ron Swanson would have been proud.

I found the attitude well deserved.

The steak was cooked to a perfect medium with a golden brown and delicious sear.

In this moment Stockyards made me realize how many other places over-season their steaks to mask the quality of their beef. Stockyards understands the meat is not a vehicle for copious amounts of salt.

Instead it is treated only with flavors that enhance the flavor of the steak.

Christina’s lobster was presented with a considerable bit more flash, including a tea-lit butter warmer. Even though I still disagreed with her choosing lobster over steak in a steakhouse with every fiber in my being, so help me god—the lobster was… great. It’s hard to go wrong with sweet lobster meat and warm buttery love.

With a nearly one hundred year history behind them, Stockyards does what it does well and without pretension.

What you see is what you get, and what you get is damn good—even if you decide to commit blasphemy and order something other than red, red meat.

Which also happens to be the name of Nick Offerman’s UB40 cover band.

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n the dry desert of Downtown Phoenix, it might be the last place anyone would think to look to find a taste of the south. But the Great Southwest Cajun Fest promises to change that as it makes its way to Arizona, bringing a flavor of New Orleans and its rich heritage and culture with it.

Louisiana is known for its delicious food, handcrafted beer, and of course its jazz and blues music—and now Arizonans can experience the culture for themselves.

Visitors can expect a day of food, drink, crafts and music. Performing live at this year’s Cajun Fest is Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, a contemporary swing revival band and former Super Bowl Halftime Show performers, as well as Bad Cactus Brass Band and Zach Deputy.

Enjoy the music while checking out craft projects like shoebox floats and a craft corner with free activities for children. You can even bring your pup to dress up in New Orleans-style costumes like feathers and tutus for the pup parade, or participate in eating competitions featuring watermelon, crawfish and Cajun wings. Experience the festival like a true southerner and even take a ride on your bike throughout the fest. Don’t worry, they’ve planned ahead on that one—there’s a bike valet.

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Some of the most exciting and anticipated parts of the event, however, are the “zones.” There will be different zones throughout the fest such as Bourbon Street, Lafayette Street, Canal Street and the VIP Gentilly Terrace, where guests are offered alcohol, unlimited soft drinks, front stage access to performances, private seating and catered Cajun food throughout the day. Each zone brings about a different flavor of Louisiana, bringing guests as close to New Orleans as can be while on the other side of the country.

So for those who have yet to visit the south or experience what the culture is like, rest assured knowing that the Great Southwest Cajun Fest is the next best thing. But whether you’ve visited or not, from food to entertainment and overall experience of Louisiana heritage, it’s a great event for the whole family to get a day filled with a little flavor of life outside of the desert.

Great Southwest Cajun Festival

Margaret T. Hance Park, 1202 N. Third Street, Phoenix, 602.534.2406, Saturday, April 18, 10 a.m., $10

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CALENDAR Arizona Wine and Dine APRIL 2 This food lover’s dream is sure to bring taste buds to the next level. If you’re over 21, enjoy samples of amazing food prepared by some of the top chefs from resorts and restaurants in the state!

Additionally, there will be tastings from top wineries and local microbreweries to pair with your meals for the ultimate food experience. Let’s not forget the live music and entertainment to set the mood for a delicious night of fun and food.

Scottsdale Quarter, 15279 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 602.604.0729, azwineanddine.com, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., $65

Scottsdale Culinary Festival APRIL 7 THROUGH 12 This festival is celebrating its 37th year, making it the longest running event of its kind in the nation. With 35,000 attendees, over 20 events, 100 restaurants and tops chefs galore, the Scottsdale Culinary Festival ranks supreme when it comes to bringing top-notch food and drinks to the people of the Valley. Over the course of six days, the fest brings lavish dinners, cocktail parties and the popular Great Arizona Picnic event which includes 50 restaurants, live music, chef demonstrations and tastings. Other events include Eat, Drink and Be Pretty, Bubbles and Bliss and the Chocolate and Wine Experience. Dine with best during this culinary extravaganza.

Locations vary, 480.945.7193, scottsdalefest.org, times vary, prices vary

Winemaker Dinner at Remington’s APRIL 10 Come wine and dine at this delicious four course wine pairing dinner presented by Remington’s Restaurant & Lounge at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort and Rodney Strong Vineyards. Chef Steve Fowler and his associates will be creating a spring menu just for this event. Dinner begins with hors d’oeuvres with Charlotte’s Home Sauvignon Blanc. Dishes include scallops, bone marrow with focaccia, braised lamb shank and chocolate cake, all paired with the best wines from Rodney Strong Vineyards. Come treat yourself to a meal that you truly deserve.

Remington’s Restaurant & Lounge, 7200 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.951.5101, scottsdaleplaza.com/ dining/remingtons, 6:30 p.m., $75

The Good Life Festival APRIL 18 The Good Life Festival brings everything you need to live “The Good Life,” including brilliant music, gourmet food and local food trucks, cooking demonstrations, vendors, wine and craft beer tastings, spas and golf demonstrations. Hosted by the Encanterra Country Club in San Tan Valley, this event allows you to take a break from your busy

life and relax in a luxurious setting. Have a bite of The Grilled Cheese Truck, The Maine Lobster Lady, Daily Bread Bistro or Hob Nobs while you sip on some craft beer and wine. The headline performer at this event is the ten time multi-platinum album rock band Foreigner!

Encanterra Country Club, 36460 N. Encanterra Drive, San Tan Valley, 888.856.3727, thegoodlifefest.com, 12 p.m., $35-$65

Chipotle Cultivate Festival APRIL 18 More than just a food festival, Chipotle’s Cultivate Festival celebrates music, food, drinks and healthy living. Want to know about GMOs and corporate farms? Learn all of that info and more, because it’ll earn you a free burrito. Join musical acts Bleachers, Magic Man, Twenty One Pilots and more, plus celebrity chefs like Amanda Freitag and Richard Blais for a celebration of everything fresh.

WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, chipotlecultivate.com, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., free

Polish Festival APRIL 18 AND APRIL 19 The 12th Annual Polish Festival is back to bring you even more Polish culture and cuisine. Hosted by Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish, this event will include authentic Polish cuisine and imported Polish beer of your choosing. There will be traditional Polish music and folk dances, eating contests and activities the whole family can enjoy. Immerse yourself in the culture as you browse the souvenir boutique stocked with traditional jewelry, crafts, hats, T-shirts and more!

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alling all foodies in the Valley!

The Scottsdale Culinary Festival returns for its 37th year, the longest running event of its kind in the United States.

With over 40,000 visitors coming to enjoy tons of delicious food, more than 20 events, 100 participating Valley restaurants and chefs from all over Arizona, this culinary celebration brings top-notch cuisine and drinks to the people of the Valley in the form of culinary events, parties, dinners and more!

Deemed “Arizona’s Tastiest Fundraiser” the festival raises money for the Scottsdale League for the Arts. This organization works throughout the year to put on this event and its main goal is to support artists, programs and art education with its fundraising events.

The League has donated more than $4 million dollars to art organizations in the state of Arizona.

Events will include things like the Chocolate and Wine Experience on April 8. Indulge in two of the greatest flavor sensations, chocolate and wine.

Taking place at the Musical Instrument Museum, guests are invited to travel around select exhibits such as The Experience Gallery and The Mechanical Music Gallery. Experience new tastes like chili-infused chocolate mousse or decadent truffles and pair them with a nice Cabernet or Syrah.

One event is so big it needs a whole weekend! The Great Arizona Picnic, which is the signature event of the festival, provides attendees with two days of food and beverage tastings for all to enjoy on

Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12. With over 25 acres of gardens at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, the picnic will include over 40 Valley restaurants, chefs, live music and more!

The Scottsdale Culinary Festival caters to food lovers of all sorts. Come satisfy your craving for some of the best food and drinks in the Valley while meeting new people who share your love for all things delicious!

Scottsdale Culinary Festival

Multiple locations throughout Scottsdale, 480.945.7193, scottsdalefest.org, Tuesday, April 7, through Sunday, April 12, times vary, prices vary

Italians Unite!

APRIL 20 AND JUNE 25 Two well-known chefs are coming together to bring you a modern twist on traditional Italian cuisine. Chef Massimo De Francesca of Taggia at FireSky Resort and Spa and Chef Michael Rusconi of Rusconi’s American Kitchen will be teaming up to host two delicious dinner series at each other’s restaurants. Their first dinner will take place on April 20, where the pair will be creating a unique Italian menu at Rusconi’s Kitchen. This “Modern Italian Monday” dinner will be $70 per person and included five courses paired with wine. The second dinner returns a few months later on June 25 at FireSky Resort and Spa. Rusconi’s American Kitchen, 10637 N. Tatum Boulevard, Phoenix, 480.483.0009, rusconiskitchen.com, 6 p.m., $70

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HAPPY HOUR GUIDE The Attic

Hard Rock Café

Park Place Bar & Grill

Brass Tap

Hungry Monk

Pig & Pickle

Brat Haus

Low Key Piano Bar

Piggly’s Smokehouse

Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers

Lucky Strike Bowling

4247 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix Monday through Friday, 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. $1.50 off draft beers and $2 off glasses of wine as well as food specials

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

1033 N. Dobson Road, Suite 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

502 S. Mill Avenue, Suite B101, Tempe Friday and Saturday 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. $4 drafts; Fridays have $3 well drinks and Saturdays have $5 margaritas

and food specials

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

Craft 64

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

7373 E. Scottsdale Mall, Suite 6, Scottsdale Monday through Friday, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Special prices on Maker’s Mark Manhattans, Tito’s Martinis and assorted red and white wines

50 W. Jefferson Street, Suite 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 and food specials

Max Sports Grille

7134 E. Thomas Road, Scottsdale Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.; reverse happy hour Monday through Sunday 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. $2 well drinks, $2.25 domestic bottles and select domestic pints, $3.25 select domestic steins

Duke’s Sports Bar

2922 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale Tuesday through Sunday, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. $5 for select appetizers, cocktails, glasses of wine and beers

1633 S. Stapley Drive, Mesa Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and all day on Saturday and Sunday Discounts on local craft beers and signature cocktails and $2 smokehouse brews

Rehab Burger Therapy

7210 E. Second 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

SanTan Brewing Company

8 S. San Marcos Place, Chandler Monday through Friday, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday through Thursday, 9 p.m. to close $3.75 for most SanTan pints, $1 off everything else behind the bar and $6 select appetizers

The Mission at Minder Binder

7607 E. McDowell Road, Scottsdale Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Special prices on domestic pitchers, domestic drafts, domestic bottles, well drinks and wine

The Shout House

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

6770 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Suite 207, Glendale Varying daily specials Wednesdays, $3 flirtinis; Thursdays, $5 bombers; Fridays, half off bottles and buckets for groups of four or more.

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Nabers Restaurant & Bar

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

825 N. 54th Street, Chandler Daily 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. $3 draft Bud Light, Miller Lite and Coors Light; $4 craft pints and house wines; $4.50 well drinks; $3 off all appetizers

Frasher’s Steakhouse

2122 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale Daily 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. $3 for everything: house wines, beer, house liquors, assorted call & premiums and many single liquor shots

Gallagher’s Sports Grill

Five locations across the Valley Daily 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. to midnight $2.75 well drinks, $3.25 domestic drafts, $3.50 house wine and several food specials

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OHSO Brewery

4900 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix

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

Twin Peaks

OHSO Distillery

2135 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix Monday through Friday 4 pm to 6 pm and 10 pm to close $2 off appetizers, 23 oz. drafts and well drinks

Old Town Tavern

Wasted Grain

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 7320 E. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale Daily 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Bucket of beers (five beers for two people): $12 domestic, $16 Mexican imports, $20 premium

7295 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. $5 small plates and The Drink Exchange-prices vary based on supply and demand

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Stargazing, Homemade Tortillas, Fresh Southwestern Cuisine & AZ’s Best Margaritas offered nightly on our award winning Patio.

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For this beer, our brewmaster Keith Villa reached back to his roots and found inspiration in the traditional agua de horchata. It’s an ale with a taste of cinnamon for a sweet finish and natural long-grain rice for a creamy texture.

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Beer Over Here

Drink up at any of these Valley beer events this month Four Peaks Local Fest APRIL 4

Four Peaks Brewery is celebrating its 18th birthday! Prepare to party down because the local brewery is having a celebration filled with live music, food trucks and of course local beer! They will be kicking off their first annual event with the Kilt Chaser 5K, a BBQ competition where you choose the winners and seasonal and rare beers for all to enjoy. This is a free event including performances by Elvis Before Noon, Fayuca, Sand Rubies, The Pistoleros, Walt Richardson Band, Gooder and DJ P-Body.

Four Peaks Tasting Room on Wilson, 2401 S. Wilson Street, Tempe, 480.303.9967, fourpeaks. com, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., free

Beer Me in Belgium APRIL 9

Do you want to expand your knowledge of craft beers? Register for a Total Wine beer class! Beer Me in Belgium will teach you everything you need to know about Belgian beer. You will learn the history behind the beer,

how it is brewed, learn the different styles and find out about the different kinds of breweries in Belgium.

Featured brews include Trappist and Abbey ales, along with many others.

Total Wine, 10320 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 110, Scottsdale, 480.308.0271, totalwine.com, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., $15

Southwest Festival of Beers APRIL 11 AND APRIL 12

The two-day Blue Moon Southwest Festival of Beers combines beer tasting, music and culture into one big social gathering! There are over 200 specialty beers available, as well as a beer garden with food, live music on the Blue Moon stage and delicious beer. There are opportunities to chat with local craft breweries, restaurant owners and distributors as you sample some of the best brews in town.

Attendees will receive a beer tasting mug, 20 different beer samples and access to the Great Arizona Picnic.

Hop on over for a beer-filled weekend celebration!

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Street, Scottsdale, 480.945.7193, scottsdalefest.org, 12 p.m. to 7 p.m (Saturday), 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

(Sunday), $40

Birds ‘n’ Beer APRIL 16

The theme for the April Birds ‘n’ Beer event is “Shakespeare’s Aviary: Birds and the Bard.” This is the place to learn about birds and wildlife in Arizona from the professionals while sipping beer and enjoying the company of others! This month, enjoy some ice cold Four Peaks beers (or wine, if you prefer) while attending a presentation about the conversation of the wildlife in your area. There is a small fee for drinks, but the knowledge you gain from the presentations is absolutely free!

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

Phoenix Ale Brewery Collectibles Show APRIL 19

Join the A-1 Chapter at the Phoenix Ale Brewery to buy, sell or trade anything beer related! The A-1 Chapter members are beer enthusiasts who love everything that beer brings to the table. They collect items related to beer such as signs, cans, advertising trays and much more! The group hosts shows throughout Arizona and is heading to Phoenix Ale Brewery next on April 19. Come celebrate beer culture, add to your brew collection and meet new people who love craft beer as much as you!

Phoenix Ale Brewery, 3002 E. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.275.5049, a-1chapter.com, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., free

Chandler Craft Spirits Festival APRIL 25

More than just craft spirits, the Chandler Craft Spirits Festival also celebrates beer! In fact, it’s the best of both worlds as mix masters from across the Valley blend “beer cocktails.” Celebrate the love of the drink with live music, food truck eats, a local bartending competition and more. Plus, get the lowdown on local brewers and distilleries. Drink local!

Dr. AJ Chandler Park, 3 S. Arizona Avenue, Chandler, chandlercraftspiritsfestival.com, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., $35 adv, $40 dos

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BEER GEAR The pop of a bottle cap has the ability to change the tone of your whole day and the attitude of a whole room. Breweries make sure those little caps are perfectly representative of their brand and the time it takes to make their beer—which is why the Beer Cap Map (beercapmaps.com) is the perfect thing for the collector in us all. Choose from either a large map of the continental US or the state of your choice (we are partial to Arizona for obvious reasons) and this wooden wall hanging allows you to fill in the circular gaps with bottle caps. Whether you want to place the cap close to where the beer is made, organize by color or be completely random, you’ll have a beautiful way to display your caps.

BEERTENDERS

Bartenders who really know their beer SCOTT HAGEN co-owner at Craft 64

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cottsdale has a new pizza joint, and they are promising to bring a lot more than just pies to the table.

With 30 taps, a truly impressive wine list and a chef who has spent the better part of two decades working under Arizona culinary royalty, Craft 64 is as impressive in person as it is on paper.

It’s pretty clear that Craft 64 is a special place, but a brief conversation with co-owner Scott Hagen revealed one more thing about the restaurant that Arizona craft beer lovers will adore.

When did you first fall in love with beer?

Well, my gateway beer was a McFarlane Brew Co. Hefeweizen. I fell in love with that beer, drank it all over town and then was very disappointed when that brewery didn’t survive. But then I drank every German hef that I could get my hands on. About five years ago, I discovered what was going on with the US craft beer. I truly believe that the US has surpassed every other country, even Belgium finally, and we are now brewing the best beer.

What do you think is so appealing about craft beer?

Well, I think the personality of it is part of it, but I think that came a bit later. I think it started with the variety and the versatility. There are so many different styles, unique flavors and depth of flavors. What you can do with beer—you can’t beat it.

Why is Craft 64 a great place for craft beer lovers?

We are the first restaurant in the Valley to exclusively focus on Arizona beers and supporting Arizona breweries. You’ll only find beers made in Arizona on our taps. Plus, we’re traveling to all of those little “mom and pop” breweries in all the corners of our state and bringing them back to the restaurant. We’ll have the bigger breweries as well—as well as some of their aged or smaller production beers.

Craft 64

6922 E. Main Street, Scottsdale, 480.946.0542, craft64.com

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

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.

Pigs Meow

3730 E. Indian School Road Phoenix A relative newcomer to the scene, this is one of the great up-and-coming beer bars.

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!

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.

Moto

6485 N. 16th Street Phoenix Sushi and world class beer. Not a pairing you’d normally expect, but let your first visit to Moto convince you of exactly how perfect this combination can be.

Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row

Phoenix Public Market Café

Garage Wine and Tap

Main Ingredient Ale House

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Flanny’s Bar and Grill

1805 E. Elliot Road Tempe Home of the Third Thursday Tap Takevoer. The rest of the month is pretty good, too.

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

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

Pig & Pickle

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.

House of Brews Sports Bar

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

Tempe Improv

930 E. University Drive Tempe Great comedy and great beer. Nobody needs to explain this one to us.

Union Barrel House

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

Ground Control

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!

Whining Pig

1612 E. Bethany Home Road Phoenix The Whining Pig is a locally-owned wine and beer bar serving the 16th Street Corridor neighborhoods.

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e’ve never met a beer we didn’t like, but we try not to be biased when we say that Arizona has some of the best beer on earth. Our local craft breweries hit it out of the park with old staples and new tappings, and now they can go head-to-head with the big guys at The Great Arizona Beer Festival.

Mark your calendars now, because come April 18, you’re going to be in hop heaven. This craft lover’s paradise will have 200 beers from 50 local, national and international breweries available.

Local mainstays will include Four Peaks, Fate, Grand Canyon and San Tan, but

nationally-recognized brands like Sierra Nevada, Samuel Adams and Widmer will also make an appearance for those who like to stay in their comfort zone.

(But seriously, if you count yourself among those people, branch out! There are hundreds of delicious beers brewed right in our own backyard!)

Don’t expect just to sip your beers in silence, though. Entertainment from acoustic rocker Tommy Anderson and the blues dudes of Big Nick & The Gila Monsters will keep things peppy.

The festival will give you a chance it get into Sloan Park, The Cubs’ training facility, after the Spring Training hubbub has died down.

Prepare to drink up for a good

cause, too, because proceeds benefit Sun Sounds of Arizona, a local non-profit radio reading service that provides 49,000 locals with print disabilities access to print media. Not that you need convincing, but consider helping your fellow man the icing on the cake.

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re you an American’t or an AmeriCAN? The fifth annual AmeriCAN Canned Beer Festival is all about a can-do attitude, and for good reason.

Over the last half-decade, canned beer has been shedding its bad rep, nixing the Natty Light image and embracing its places in the craft beer sun—literally and figuratively. This day-long festival ends before the sun goes down, plus canned beer is said to stay fresher longer than its bottled competitors, and this festival on Saturday, May 12 at Scottsdale Civic Center is out to prove it.

Over 250 local, regional and national beers will be at the forefront of this sudsy fest, with visitors selecting 20 four-ounce pours from the varied lineup of IPAs, ales, hefeweizens, sours and more.

Like your beer fests to have a bit of competition? Watch as more than 30 craft beer judges take on a lineup of nine categories of beer, from stouts to wheats,

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to judge the best of the best in the canned beer category at the AmeriCAN Canned Craft Beer Championship.

If you get the munchies, stop by the food area for a snack, or if you’re feeling the need to can your own homebrew, the mobile canned and brewing demonstration is a new addition to this year’s fest. Just try to contain all of that beer awesomeness.

Heck, these guys manage to do it for a living.

And be prepared to drink up for a good cause, because a portion of proceeds benefit the Scottsdale Cultural Council and the Arizona Society of Homebrewers. Cheers to that! Tickets are on sale online now, so head to cannedcraftbeerfest.com to snag yours.

AmeriCAN Canned Beer Festival

Scottsdale Civic Center, 3939 N. Drinkwater Boulevard, Scottsdale, cannedcraftbeerfest.com, Saturday, May 12, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., $35-$100

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PLAY » SPIN » LAUGH » GROOVE » UNWIND » WIN

Quantum

APRIL 24

Sheila E

Wanted – The Ultimate Tribute to Bon Jovi

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, harrahsakchin.com

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

CALENDAR

Vee Quiva Hotel & Casino, wingilariver.com/vee-quiva

DSB: An American Journey

Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino, wingilariver.com/wild-horse-pass

APRIL 18 Michael Salgado & Albert Zamora

Casino Arizona, casinoarizona.com

Smooth Groove

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, harrahsakchin.com

Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers

Talking Stick Resort, talkingstickresort.com

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APRIL 10

Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino, wingilariver.com/wild-horse-pass

Bandstand Shows

Southbound & Co. - A Buddy Holly Tribute

House of Floyd – The Music of Pink Floyd

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino 5K Poker Run

Bostyx

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, harrahsakchin.com

Casino Arizona, casinoarizona.com

Richard Villa featuring Keith Ellis

APRIL 3

Vee Quiva Hotel & Casino, wingilariver.com/vee-quiva

The Walkens

Aces & Eights

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, harrahsakchin.com

Cliff Castle Casino Hotel, cliffcastlecasinohotel.com

Led Zepagain

Travis Ledoyt - Elvis Tribute

Casino Arizona, casinoarizona.com

Doyle Bramhall II

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, harrahsakchin.com

Talking Stick Resort, talkingstickresort.com

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Magic of Manilow

House of Floyd – The Music of Pink Floyd

Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino, wingilariver.com/wild-horse-pass

APRIL 4 AzTex

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, harrahsakchin.com

Led Zepagain

Casino Arizona, casinoarizona.com

Paul Wells

Lone Butte Casino, wingilariver.com/lone-butte

APRIL 5 Joel & Delphine

Lone Butte Casino, wingilariver.com/lone-butte

APRIL 8 The XO Band

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, harrahsakchin.com

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, harrahsakchin.com

APRIL 19 Turn the Page: The Bob Seger Experience Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino, wingilariver.com/wild-horse-pass

APRIL 22 Al Di Meola & Billy Cobham Talking Stick Resort, talkingstickresort.com

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UFC 186: Dillashaw vs. Barao 2 Casino Arizona, casinoarizona.com

Wanted – The Ultimate Tribute to Bon Jovi Casino Arizona, casinoarizona.com

Diamond in the Rough – A Tribute to Neil Diamond Vee Quiva Hotel & Casino, wingilariver.com/vee-quiva

APRIL 29 Silhouette

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, harrahsakchin.com

Casino Arizona, casinoarizona.com

Morris Day & The Time

Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino, wingilariver.com/wild-horse-pass

Aces & Eights

Cliff Castle Casino Hotel, cliffcastlecasinohotel.com

Travis Ledoyt - Elvis Tribute Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, harrahsakchin.com

APRIL 15 Thaddeus Rose Band Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, harrahsakchin.com

APRIL 17 Stan & Miguel Trio

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, harrahsakchin.com

The Band Perry April 25

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THE BEST CASINO EVENTS IN APRIL The Lovin Spoonful

Leon Russell

APRIL 4 Born in Oklahoma, Leon Russell began playing the piano at four years old and began performing in Tulsa nightclubs at only 14. Soon after he moved to Los Angeles where he worked as a session musician before becoming an arranger and songwriter in the late 1960s. Russell worked with a diverse collection of artists including George Harrison, Elton John, Doris Day, Eric Clapton, Barbra Streisand, Willie Neilson and Frank Sinatra. In later years, Russell began a successful career as a solo recording artist and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2011.

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APRIL 18 Do you believe in magic? Formed in New York City in the early ‘60s, The Lovin’ Spoonful found success with their first single “Do You Believe in Magic” released in 1965. They quickly followed up this success with other hits such as “You Didn’t Have to Be So Nice,” “Daydream,” “Did You Ever Have to Make Up Your Mind?” and “Summer in the City.”

The original group, which saw some changes as the years passed, was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2000.

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Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers

APRIL 24 Beloved here in their home state, Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers, fondly known as RCPM to their loyal fans, are a bit difficult to pin down. Originally gaining fame in the ‘90s as The Refreshments with their hit song “Banditos,” RCPM have seen a name change, sure, but also plenty of musical style changes as well. Crossing many genres from adult alternative rock to reggae, from pop to mariachi, these guys gain inspiration from everywhere.

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

ZZ Top

Kenny Rogers 2015

APRIL 25 Known easily as one of the most influential country music stars of his time, Kenny Rogers has charted over 120 singles across multiple genres and has sold more than 100 million records worldwide. Beginning his career in his 20s in the mid-‘50s, Rogers joined multiple bands and formed several groups before going solo in 1976.

In 2013, Rogers was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame and recorded a new album You Can’t Make Old Friends, in which he featured Dolly Parton on the title track.

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APRIL 26 Sure, they are recognized by their hats, sunglasses and long beards, but that doesn’t take anything away from ZZ Top’s music. One of the few major label recording groups who have held the same lineup for more than 40 years, the band is also praised for true mastery of music. Since releasing their first album in 1971, ZZ Top has changed their musical style from bluesy to new wave, punk rock sounds with synthesizers and back to guitarbased rhythms.

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Gaming Tip Walk away from the light. As a way to attract patrons, casinos will often make the games with the worst odds the most appealing. Think flashing lights, bright colors and lots of noises.

For instance, in craps, the craziest bets, such as “the field” or “any 7” are the most colorful on the felt. So do your best to turn away from the pretty, shiny games and head toward the more boring-looking side of the room. Your bank account will thank you.

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TAKING SHOTS Roger Clyne seeks to thrill longtime fans and expand tequila brand

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oger Clyne isn’t a fan of being too comfortable. So fans who saw Clyne and his Peacemakers perform in December at Talking Stick can expect a totally new show when they perform at the venue’s pool on Friday, April 24.

“We’re trying to figure out how to make it a little risky for the band—maybe change up an instrument for a set, or do an ‘all-request-on-the-fly’ set,” Clyne says. “We’re trying to decide what sort of novelty we can add to it. But I know we’ll be providing something really fun for our awesome audience.”

Clyne and the Peacemakers are wrapping up the tour cycle for their album The Independent, which debuted at No. 7 on the iTunes Rock Chart. Clyne says he’s unsure why the album fared so well.

“I’m very happy that it did, though,” he adds. “I don’t know what might have propelled it so high on iTunes and

Billboard charts. I’m just glad that people are paying attention. It’s really hard for artists to get people’s attention. Our American attention span is so short. I’m so glad that people are still interested in what we have to say—especially when we release it as a full-length album.”

Following its release, the band toured The Independent live across the country and journeyed down to Puerto Peñasco, Mexico, to perform at Clyne’s acclaimed, self-produced annual music festival, Circus Mexicus.

Each show on the bill was different, Clyne says, much like the gigs at Talking Stick Resort.

“We never play the same set twice,” he says. “I always make up a new setlist for every show. If we’re playing two shows in a row, one night will be different from the other.”

That included the AZ Highways Tour, a seven-stop jaunt that took the band on the outskirts of Arizona. Each venue on the AZ Highways Tour featured signature cocktails of Clyne’s brand of premium sipping tequila, Mexican

Moonshine Tequila. The line of tequila was named after one of Roger Clyne and The Peacemakers’ songs titled “Mexican Moonshine” off of the critically hailed album, ¡Americano!

“The tequila line is coming along slowly but surely,” he says. “Those who know it, like it. We’re working on getting competitive with the big brands.

“We’re garnering lots of accolades from the world spirits community. We’ve gotten several gold and silver medals when we enter contests. We’re very proud of that. We’re working to get the word out. It’s difficult without million-dollar budgets. But person-by-person, shot-byshot we’re getting there.”

Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers

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SPORTS EVENTS Diamondbacks vs. Chicago White Sox

Scottsdale, thecornholecup.com, 10 a.m., $125 entry fee

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Spring Training is sadly coming to a close, and although that means the regular season is right around the corner, we must say goodbye to the luxury of having so many teams right in our own backyard. Come cheer on our Diamondbacks in their last preseason hoorah as they stomp the White Sox before they move onto the regular season!

Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, 480.270.5000, saltriverfields.com, 12:10 p.m., $10

Cornhole Cup

Phoenix Suns vs. Utah Jazz APRIL 4

We’ve got another rematch here, and this time our Suns are the defending champions. Having triumphed over the Utah Jazz in February 100-93, they’ll look to hold onto that title and defend it with all their might. Come cheer on the home team as they take on the challenge at US Airways Center. Get ready to be loud!

US Airways Center, 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602.379.2000, nba.com/suns, 7 p.m., prices vary

APRIL 4

Think you have what it takes to get the sandbag in the hole? The Cornhole Cup is back, and if you think you and your friends are any good at tossing bean bags, it’s time to sign up for the April 4 competition. The Walkens will perform live music as the competition raises money for the Prostate On-Site Project.

LiveWire, 7320 E. Indian Plaza,

retired military get into the event free of charge!

Scottsdale Stadium, 7408 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale, 480.423.1414, therugbybowl.com, 9:30 a.m., $10

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Larry Fitzgerald Double Play Celebrity Softball Game APRIL 25

Returning for the Fifth Annual Double Play Celebrity Softball Game, Larry Fitzgerald knows how to throw an event. Fans can come watch some of their favorite celebrities battle it out on the softball field, all while supporting a great cause—assisting children and families in need throughout the country. Come out and visit your favorite celebrity athletes!

Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, 480.270.5000, saltriverfields.com, 6 p.m., $20

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If you’re looking for something different to do this month, the Scottsdale Rugby Bowl is right up your alley. It’s not a common sport in general, let alone in Arizona, but our Sun Devils are going up against Ohio State in this match. Both active and

and get on board the karma train with a 5K fun run, tons of yoga classes, meditation with retired NFL Pro Bowl player Keith Mitchell and more!

Namaste, ya’ll.

Tempe Diablo Stadium, 2200 W. Alameda Drive, Tempe, wanderlust.com, times vary, entry fee varies by event

Wanderlust 108 APRIL 26

Branded as the world’s “first and only mindful triathlon,” the Wanderlust 108 is all about becoming one with the planet. Forget the huffing and puffing

Square One Concepts Golf Tournament APRIL 27

This one won’t come cheap, but that doesn’t mean it won’t be worth it. For the first time, Square One Concepts Golf Tournament is being held at the Arizona Biltmore Golf Club, while afterwards hosting a barbeque featuring burgers and beer, all of which benefits charity.

Be ready to dig deep into your wallets, though—it’ll cost you anywhere from $100 to even $800 to register depending on how many people you’re with!

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VALLEY VIEWS AND COLD BREWS The Grille at Eagle Mountain Golf Club

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STILL THE HOME OF CHAMPIONS Great conditions and winning traditions spanning two decades

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o borrow a phrase, the reports of ASU Karsten Golf Course’s death are greatly exaggerated. The facility has been unwittingly swept up in the everchurning rumor mill surrounding future development on campus, but the fact is, it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. Instead, under the steady management of OB Sports, the golf course is in prime condition and continues to host everybody from weekend warriors to the best golfers on the planet— past and present.

For more than two decades this Valley favorite has been incubating players such as Phil Mickelson, Paul Casey, Billy Mayfair, Alejandro Canizares, Pat Perez, Matt Jones, Jeff Quinney and Chez Reavie—all of which went on to make the cut at the professional level. No surprise given what they accomplished while still at ASU: 12 Pac-12 titles, more than any other team in the conference; two NCAA DI Championships and three U.S. Amateur titles.

The story remained much the same when they turned pro with more than 60 PGA TOUR victories worth over $150,000,000 in earnings. Most recently, ASU junior Jon Rahm showed he could hang with the world’s best at the 2015 Waste Management Phoenix Open by posting a T5 finish. It was the best finish by a

current Sun Devil at the open, supplanting Mickelson who finished T32 in 1991.

On the girl’s side, players such as Heather Farr, Anna Nordqvist, Tina Tombs, Danielle Ammaccapane, Grace Park, Wendy Ward and Azahara Muñoz honed their games at ASU Karsten Golf Course. Collectively, they amassed seven NCAA DI Team Championships and nine Individual Championships. Muñoz, among other distinctions, made an immediate splash on the LPGA Tour by earning 2010 LPGA Rookie of the Year honors.

“Arizona State golf has such a long history and tradition of success competing at the highest level,” says Tim Mickelson, former member and current head coach of the ASU Men’s Golf Team. “We have the weather, we have the facility, we have the golf course, we obviously have a major university and great academic support. In my opinion, we really have everything we need to succeed at the highest level.”

As Arizona State University continues to swell like a balloon at a birthday party, it’s probably inevitable that the very handy property where the golf course sits will someday be swallowed up for other purposes. But until then, the opportunity to walk in the footsteps of champions is an alluring reality for any golfer willing to take on this Pete Dye classic.

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Golf isn’t the only action that Eagle Mountain Golf Club serves up daily.

From its hilltop location, the club’s Grille offers breakfast, lunch and early afternoon appetizers behind floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the golf course and the Valley below. Just outside, comfortable patio seating allows guests to dine while surrounded by nothing but green grass, Sonoran Desert and blue skies.

And Wednesday night’s Boarder Disorder all-you-can-eat buffet from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. is a great way to break up the week.

Chef Carmelo Chairez’s creative culinary talents appeal to wide variety of palates. His menu, loaded with all-American favorites with a Southwestern spin, provides guests with the coveted combination of quality and variety. Whether it’s the classics—Club Sandwich, Cobb Salad, Fish & Chips—or something a bit more savory such as the Pork & Green Chili Burrito, Wicked Whiskey BBQ, Diablo Cheesesteak or the Steak Burger, the Grille at Eagle Mountain offers fine fare in a oneof-a-kind setting.

In fact, the view is so captivating that Eagle Mountain’s Overlook Pavilion is perpetually packed with wedding ceremonies, receptions and other special events. With the same spectacular views and nearby event lawn, it’s one of the most romantic places in the Valley to get hitched.

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COURSES IN THE VALLEY

LONGBOW MESA

ASU Karsten 1125 E. Rio Salado Pkwy.

Tempe, 480.921.8070 asukarsten.com

The Boulders 34631 N. Tom Darlington Dr. Carefree, 85377 480.488.9028 theboulders.com

Camelback 7847 N. Mockingbird Ln. Scottsdale, 85253 480.596.7050 camelbackgolf.com

Desert Canyon 10440 Indian Wells Dr. Fountain Hills, 85268 480.837.1173 desertcanyongolf.com

Eagle Mountain 14915 Eagle Mtn. Pkwy.

Fountain Hills, 85268 480.816.1964 eaglemtn.com

Grayhawk 8620 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy.

Scottsdale, 85255 480.502.1800 grayhawkgolf.com

Kierland 15636 N. Clubgate Dr. Scottsdale, 85254 480.922.9283 kierlandgolf.com

Legend Trail 9462 E. Legendary Ln. Scottsdale, 85262 480.488.7434 legendtrailgc.com

Longbow 5601 E. Longbow Pkwy.

Mesa, 85215 480.807.5400 longbowgolf.com

McCormick Ranch 7505 E. McCormick Pkwy.

Scottsdale, 85258 480.948.0260 mccormickranchgolf.com

McDowell Mountain 10690 E. Sheena Dr. Scottsdale, 85255 480.502.8200 mcdowellmountaingc.com

Ocotillo Golf Resort 3751 S. Clubhouse Dr. Chandler, 85248 480.917.6660 ocotillogolf.com

Palm Valley 2211 N. Litchfield Rd. Goodyear, AZ 85395 623.935.2500 palmvalleygolf.com

The Phoenician 6000 E. Camelback Rd. Scottsdale, 85251 480.423.2449 thephoenician.com

Quintero 16752 W. State Route 74 Peoria, 85383 928.501.1500 quinterogolf.com

Rancho Manana 5734 E Rancho Manana Blvd.

Cave Creek, 85331 (480) 488.0398

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Imagine spending three weeks tying your shoes in a new way. Will you forget how to tie them the old way? Nope, but now there’s two ways of tying your shoes.

When you’re running late for work and quickly throw on your shoes, which way will you tie them? If your mind is on auto-pilot and you’re not focused on the task at hand, you’ll likely revert back to the technique that you used the most.

It’s the same with the golf swing.

Most people don’t practice. Those that do often have no idea what or how to

practice, so when they think it’s time for a change, it usually leads to “try this” or “try that” trial and error. But no matter what they try, they’ll most likely revert back to the form with the most repetitions.

Building and maintaining a great swing begins with knowing what to change and why, followed by knowing how to change it. Then it’s a matter of ingraining the changes through purposeful practice. Teaching professionals can help you with this by recommending drills, thoughts and teaching aids. However, you must then practice the new concepts until they flow naturally when on auto-pilot, under pressure, or focused on the target.

This takes repetition, commitment and time, but it’s the best way to finally play “golf ”—instead of “golf swing.”

To play golf well, you need to simply play instead of tinkering with your swing while on the golf course. If you’re thinking about body parts, angles and swing mechanics, you’re not playing golf at all. You are practicing—which is great—however, this should be done in the appropriate place with someone who can help you to get golf-ready for your next round. Continued quality practice will not only allow you to perform, it will also lead to more enjoyment of the game.

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oin over 10,000 bike lovers from across the Valley for the fourth year of the three-day CycloMesa; Unchained bicycle festival.

There is something for everyone at the CycloMesa events from racing to cheering. Cheer on bikers as they race through the streets of Downtown Mesa in the 1-mile El Tour Criterium race starting at 2 p.m. on Friday. After the race rock out in the streets at the kick-off glow party,

CyGLOWMesa and enjoy the live music, food trucks, beer garden, and more!

Come back Saturday for more bicycle extravaganza starting with the 72-mile El Tour de Mesa bike race beginning at 6:15 a.m., followed by the 28-mile race at 8:15 a.m. New or inexperienced racers can register and race in the six-mile or 11-mile Fun Rides at 11 a.m.

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Fiesta from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The day will feature entertainment for the whole family, including free zip line rides, a rock wall, and a BMX Freestyle show with lots of crowd interaction. Kids go crazy over the Bicycle Rodeo where each participant will receive a helmet and safety lesson before taking on the course.

Custom bike owners should shine their wheels and polish their seats in preparation for the custom bicycle competition. Festival attendees will judge the bikes and cast their votes towards the “best custom bike” winner who will receive a cash prize.

Let the little ones enjoy the kid’s zone with all its fun attractions and games while the grown-ups hang out in the adult tailgating zone complete with cornhole, giant Jenga, beer garden, giveaways and more.

Finish the weekend off right by cheering on the last race of the

weekend—the Crit Race Sunday morning at 8 a.m. Register now and take part in the Mesa Adventure Challenge!

In groups of two to four, challengers will set out on an exciting adventure filled with clues to solve and intense physical challenges to conquer.

Feel free to ride your bike to the event, as a bike valet will be provided.

El Tour benefits Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Phoenix Children’s Hospital.

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Indoor activities to keep the kids entertained this summer Ainsley Despain » The Entertainer!

Most people around the country love summer, but the intense Arizona heat can make it difficult for kids to stay active and have fun.

Kick this summer up a notch by taking the whole family to enjoy these indoor venues designed to keep kids happy for hours on end!

Butterfly Wonderland

Butterfly Wonderland features the largest butterfly pavilion in America. A colorful new addition to the Valley, this attraction brings the rainforest to the desert with an innovative indoor environment.

Thousands of butterflies fly freely, landing on plants, flowers and even the guests!

9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, 480.800.3000, butterflywonderland.com

Sea Life Aquarium

Sea Life Arizona transports visitors to the ocean, providing close encounters with a variety of sea creatures including rays, seahorses, colorful tropical fish and more. Check online for information about watching a sea life creature feeding.

5000 S. Arizona Mills Circle, Tempe, 480.478.7600, visitsealife.com/arizona

TopGolf Summer Academy

TopGolf Summer Academy is an exciting program filled with every aspect that makes up the great game of golf. Each session is designed and taught by a teaching professional who ensures the environment is enjoyable and relaxed so the kids have a great time while they learn.

Academy admission per week is $199.

While the driving range is not technically indoors, kids can cool off at the indoor restaurant, or while playing games inside.

1689 S. Santan Village Parkway, Gilbert, 480.240.1282; 9500 E Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale, 480.240.2402, topgolf.com

Dave & Buster’s

One place to make the whole family cheer!

Dave & Buster’s at Desert Ridge caters to both kids and parents, offering a huge arcade inside a full restaurant and bar.

Kids can have a blast playing games while parents enjoy a cocktail. A convenient place for fun and food—stay for dinner and keep playing. Everything you need is right there.

2000 E. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, 480.281.8456, daveandbusters.com

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everything without breaking the bank. A craft beer and wine sampling station will allow adult guests to pair their meal.

In addition to all of the culinary offerings, there will be a variety of seasonal entertainment, including a jug band, dueling banjos, a pie eating contest and more.

Fan favorites “Krazy Kirk and the Hillbillies” (formerly of Disneyland fame, under a different name) will entertain guests inside the historic Bird Cage Theatre.

The long adored Bear-y Tales characters will make a return in the “pie making kitchen” and a Peanuts themed “Party in the Park” show will get you moving in Charleston Circle. At night, the park comes alive with a high-energy dance party. And of course, all rides will be open. Since it is also Easter, expect to find “The Easter Beagle,” also known as Snoopy, roaming around.

Knott’s may be world-famous for their Halloween and Christmas-time activities, but the Boysenberry Festival has quickly become a signature event that you do not want to miss this spring break. Make sure to grab a bottle of Boysenberry BBQ sauce to bring home… you’ll be glad you did!

Oh, and for the trivia buffs… the boysenberry is a blackberry, raspberry, and loganberry hybrid.

o you believe in fairies? Do you believe that toys come to life when you’re not watching them?

We do, and you should too, so get ready to see all your favorite characters come to life and dreams come true on the ice at “Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy.” Bring the whole family and get revved up for a night to remember.

Woody and Buzz Lightyear, along with the rest of the gang, embark on their biggest adventure yet as they try to escape from the toddlers at Sunnyside Daycare and get back to their beloved owner, Andy. The toys stick together and make it through with a little help from their new friends Ken and Barbie. The thrilling action is just getting started as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the rest of the “Cars” crew blast off across the ice, racing like you’ve never seen before.

Watch for explosions of fun as the cars perform high-speed stunts on the ice!

The magic continues as Tinkerbell and all her flying fairy friends explore Pixie Hollow and reveal the beautiful butterflies, giant flowers and tall trees of their colorful, secret world. Be sure to listen for the frogs and birds in this fastpaced show as the fairies work together to change the seasons and Tinkerbell tries to capture the sprinting thistles.

Don’t miss your chance to get on the ice with the fairies to see pixie dust in real life! It’s an enchanting extravaganza.

Bring your little Disney lovers to see their dreams come true on the ice with wings, playtime and pixie dust.

This is a show the whole family will love and want to come back to time and time again.

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t should come as no surprise that the inaugural Boysenberry Festival at Knott’s Berry Farm last year was a success. Guests indulged in such savory treats as the sautéed sausage and boysenberry BBQ sauce sandwich on a boysenberry flavored roll and deep fried alligator with boysenberry aioli. What is a surprise, though, is how long it took the Southern California theme park to come up with the idea.

Walter and Cordelia Knott helped nearby farmer Rudolph Boysen cultivate the delicious berry at their farm in the 1930s.

What is now a sprawling tourist destination filled with rides, shows and attractions, once truly was a working farm. Every boysenberry to this day, can trace its roots back to the Knott’s farm in Buena Park.

Fans of the berry and loyal park guests were ecstatic to see a re-creation of the original roadside berry stand placed prominently upon entering the historic Ghost Town section of the park. Visitors were able to purchase a plant and start growing their own crop at home. The streets of Ghost Town were beautifully decorated with boysenberry décor and other spring floral arrangements.

The Boysenberry Festival is back and promises to be even bigger than last year.

Guest favorite food items will be returning, alongside new options. Look for the boysenberry “Fun Bun” dessert, fried cheese curds with boysenberry dipping sauce and a fish and chips sandwich with boysenberry tartar sauce. A tasting card will give you the opportunity to sample a little bit of

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Lucas Oil Off-Road Nationals

APRIL 24 AND 25 The light is green and the checkered flag is waving, so get ready to cheer! Count on a thrilling jumpfilled race at this year’s Lucas Oil Off-Road Nationals. Cars, trucks, and buggies are going to kick up some dirt on the off-road track as the drivers compete for the national championship.

Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park, 20000 S. Maricopa Road, Chandler, 520.796.5601, lucasoiloffroad.com, times vary, prices vary

Run the Runway

APRIL 4 It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, it’s the Run the Runway 5K/10K! This familyfriendly event at the Scottsdale Airport features a run for everyone. Lace up those little sneakers for the kids’ onemile Mascot Dash with Arizona sports team mascots. Following the running and cheering, everyone can enjoy the post-race festival. The run benefits Playworks Arizona.

Scottsdale Airport, 15000 N. Airport Drive, Scottsdale, 520.270.1984, runtherunwayaz. com, 6:30 am to 10 a.m., prices vary

Maricopa County Fair

APRIL 8 THROUGH 12 Get the entire family excited for this year’s Maricopa County Fair, where there’s something for everyone including rides, food and entertainment. Alongside the fun and food comes the competition as the Maricopa County Fair celebrates the great agricultural theme, “Farm to Fun.” Most of the animals to be showcased have been raised by children under 18 including, sheep, dairy goat, rabbit, dairy cattle and more!

Arizona Exposition and State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix, 602.252.0717, maricopafair. org, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., $9 adults, free for children 8 and younger

Gilbert’s Global Village Festival

APRIL 11 Celebrate the world at the 11th annual Global Village Festival in Gilbert!

This multicultural festival brings the community together to learn more about each other and the cultures of the world. Highlighting the traditional and modern forms of dance, arts and crafts, music and activities for the kids, this festival is the perfect event for the entire family. Ethnic foods from countries around the world will wow your taste buds and create a chance to pick a new favorite cuisine.

Gilbert Civic Center North Campus, 50 E. Civic Center Drive, Gilbert, 480.503.6700, gilbertaz.gov, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., free

Phoenix Pet Expo

APRIL 25 THROUGH 26 This once-a-year event is the perfect place to bring your kids and your pets to have a blast! Featuring nationally-recognized veterinarians, groomers, retailers, organizations and trainers, this is an event just for pet lovers. Held in a climatecontrolled venue, there is food and drink available for purchase and plenty to buy, learn about, play with or adopt. Don’t miss the prizes and free giveaways!

WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, 480.666.5522, westworldaz.com, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free

Cinco de Mayo Festival & Chihuahua Races

MAY 2 Join the community in celebrating Cinco de Mayo! This event honors the contributions to the City of Chandler made by the Hispanic community.

The festival also features live entertainment, food, a health fair and a car show. Don’t miss the Chihuahua races followed by the crowning of the king and queen Chihuahuas.

Chandler Public Library Courtyard, 22 S. Delaware Street, Chandler, 480.782.2800, chandleraz.gov, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., free

Phoenix Reptile Expo

APRIL 11 THROUGH NOVEMBER 16 Arizona’s largest reptile expo returns for another great year of snakes, lizards, turtles and more! For those who love the scaly creatures, so many of which call Arizona home, come check out all the reptiles featured in this expo. Hold snakes and turtles and buy cool reptile paraphernalia at the expo auction.

Mesa Convention Center, 201 N. Center Street, Mesa, 480.985.3121, phxreptileexpo.com, times vary, $5-$12

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Low Key Piano Bar brings back the baby grand duels

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eplacing the space that used to be the Big Bang on Mill, Low Key Piano Bar now satisfies the high demand for a dueling piano bar in the Tempe area, but with a modern, fresh take.

For 12 years, the Big Bang was a reliable source for a great time on Mill.

Skillful pianists would take their seats behind the keys and fill the venue with requests from the crowd. Whether it was rock, R&B or pop, guests would sing along loudly and cheer as the pianists played neck-to-neck to earn the tips left by the crowd.

However, in a world where everything hinges on keeping up with the latest and greatest in technology, music and décor, it was inevitable that the atmosphere of the Big Bang would grow stagnant and run its course.

After a very brief stint as RCK CTY, a nightclub, the space became Low Key Piano Bar at the beginning of March when it opened its doors.

With all-new baby grand pianos, a lot more screens, a modern and upscale atmosphere and what owner Austin Walter calls the best sound system in the country

for piano bars, Low Key is ready to blow away any of your misconceptions on the limitations of dueling pianos.

In addition to the always rockin’ music, Walter promises weekly giveaways that are sure to impress. Some of the past giveaways include tickets to Dave Chappelle’s show, incredible Arizona Coyotes seats and more.

So, for those that have never been to a dueling pianos bar, what can guests expect? “[They can expect] a little bit of everything. It’s very interactive with the audience and high energy from start to finish,” Walter says.

This isn’t your typical conversation bar—Low Key is all about the entire experience. People get pulled on stage and, during some songs, the whole place is singing along.

Reservations, especially for a big group or a special occasion, are highly encouraged.

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Crescent Ballroom, 8:30 p.m., $25-$27

Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., Free

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m., $19-$149

Dick Dale

MIM, 7:30 p.m., Sold out

LiveWire, 8 p.m., $22-$45

Club Red East, 7 p.m., $20-$25 LiveWire, April 4, 10 p.m., $15

Cold Shot w/Hurricane Horns

Tyrone Wells w/Emily Hearn, Dominic Balli Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $17-$33

Entheos feat. Singularity, Alterra, Splatterkill, Infinite AZ Club Red, 6 p.m., $10-$13

Boyfrndz w/Future Death, Man-Cat Last Exit Live, 9 p.m., $8-$10

La Fin Absolut du Monde w/Sons of Providence Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., Free

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Mesa Arts Center, 2 p.m., $34-$59

APRIL 8 Barry Manilow

Gila River Arena, 7:30 p.m., $28-$148

Michael Schenker’s Temple of Rock LiveWire, 7 p.m., $27

In the Mood

Extreme Noise Terror

Open Mic w/ Jason Messer

Fayuca w/Sand Rubies, The Pistoleros, Walt Richardson Band, Gooder, Elvis Before Noon, DJ Pbody

APRIL 9

Wilson St. Brewery, 9 a.m., Free

Marquee Theatre, 6:30 p.m., $27

Leon Russell

Reverend Horton Heat w/Koffin Kats

Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., $15

Talking Stick Resort, 8 p.m., $47-$118

Rogue Bar, TBD

Clean Bandit

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $25

Mesa Arts Center, 8 p.m., $32-$50

The Ward on Drugs

Daddy Kev w/Broadway Slim, Tai Khanor, Dehga

Meg Mac

The Pressroom, 8 p.m., $23-$26

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

Marquee Theatre, TBD

A Day To Remember & The Offspring w/special guests

In the Mood

Jarabe De Palo w/La Santa Cecilia

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m., $55-$89

Crescent Ballroom, 8:30 p.m., $30-$35

Mesa Arts Center, 2 p.m., $34-$59

Chris Botti

Redneck Rock Stars

Redneck Rockstars Duo

APRIL 5

APRIL 10

Nabers, 8:30 p.m.

Shantala Subramanyam Trio MIM, 3 p.m., $23-$28

Jack Parker

Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., Free

Andrew Weathers w/Tsone Trunk Space, 6 p.m., $6

DJ Joey La Delfa Spinning Country Nabers, 6 p.m.

APRIL 6 Ariana Grande w/Rixton

Talking Stick Resort Arena, 7:30 p.m., $25-$65

Saviours

Club Red West, 7:30 p.m., $10

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Mesa Arts Center, 2 p.m., and 7:30 p.m., $34-$59

Tempe Beach Park, 1 p.m., $40-$49

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Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $15-$20

The Rhythm Room, April 4, 9 p.m., $8

Arlo Guthrie

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Cat Cashmere

Nabers, 7 p.m.

UrbanAZ Funk Fest feat.

Cameo, Zapp Band, Lakeside, Confunkshun, SOS Band

Celebrity Theatre, 7:30 p.m., $55-$75

Trunk Space 11th Anniversary Festival Trunk Space, 6 p.m., $5-$10

San Diego Harmonica Explosion!

The Rhythm Room, 9 p.m., $10

Adia Victoria

The Rhythm Room, TBD

Death Cab for Cutie w/Panic! At the Disco Quail Run Park, 7:30 p.m., $67-$103

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Ruen Brothers

Chris Duarte

George Ezra

The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $12-$15

Alto!

Trunk Space, 7:30 p.m., $6

Sylvan Esso

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $15

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Duane Moore from Mogollon Nabers, 7 p.m.

Sam Hunt

El Hefe, 5 p.m., $25

Punch Brothers w/Gabriel Kahane Mesa Arts Center, 7:30 p.m., $34

Bane w/Backtrack, Malfunction Nile Theater, 6:30 p.m., $15

Darsombra

Yucca Tap Room, 9 p.m., Free

Sylvan Esso

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $15

Incite

Interpol

Club Red, 7 p.m., $10-$13

April 12

Marquee Theatre » 6:30 p.m. » $59-$164 With a dark wit and sensual sounds, Interpol bridges the divide between indie and goth rock. After a two year hiatus, the dark sounds of Interpol have reappeared on 2015’s El Pintour, which they’ll bring to Marquee Theatre this month.

The Through & Through Gospel Review MIM, 7:30 p.m., $13

Rising Appalachia

Crescent Ballroom, $15-$20

In the Mood

Mesa Arts Center, 2 p.m., and 8 p.m., $34-$59

Mega 104.3’s Urban FUNK FEST w/Cameo, Zapp Band, Lakeside, Confunkshun, SOS Band

The English Beat

MIM, 7 p.m., $38-$48

LiveWire, 7 p.m., $21

Open Mic w/ Jason Messer

The Sugar Thieves

The Rhythm Room, April 17, 9 p.m., $8

Built to Spill

Crescent Ballroom, April 17, 8:30 p.m., $20-$22

Desert Dixie

Nabers, 8:30 p.m.

Incite

Club Red, 6 p.m., $10-$13

APRIL 18 Boosie Badazz w/JP

Celebrity Theatre, 8:30 p.m., $38

Kiesza: The Sound of Woman Tour

APRIL 16

DJ Joey La Delfa Spinning Country

Islands & Tigers w/Soft Deadlines, The Redemptions, Paper Foxes, Zodiac Bash

2 Tone Lizard Kings w/Oceanside Sound System, Lo Cash Ninjas

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $20 Nabers, 6 p.m.

Yucca Tap Room, April 16, 8 p.m., Free

Better Off w/Capsize

Yucca Tap Room, 9 p.m., $5

J.Boog w/Innvision, Westafa

Club Red, 6 p.m., $14-$16

The Walkens

Gamblers Mark w/The Limit Club

Nile Theater, TBD

LiveWire, April 17, 7 p.m., $23

Sky Track Mind

APRIL 13

APRIL 11

Defeater w/Counterparts, Capsize, Better Off, Hotel Books

Sebastian Bach

Rogue Bar, TBD

36 Crazyfists

Celebrity Theatre, 7:30 p.m., $55-$75 Nabers, 8:30 p.m.

APRIL 15

APRIL 17

Nile Theatre, TBD

Judy Collins

MIM, April 16, 7:30 p.m., $63-$73

Last Exit Live, 9 p.m., $5-$8

Yucca Tap Room, 9 p.m., Free

Mutter Bronfman Harrell Trio: Anne-Sophie Mutter, Violin, Yefim Bronfman, Piano, Lynn Harrell, Cello

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 8 p.m., $65-$129

Elliott Brood

Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $10-$12

Swans

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

Panda Bear

Crescent Ballroom, 8:30 p.m., $20-$22

Kara Grainger

The Rhythm Room, TBD

Chandler Symphony Chamber Series

Chandler Center for the Arts, 2 p.m., free

Souhail Kaspar: Mirage MIM, 7:30 p.m., $35-$40

Soul Power Band

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

In the Mood

Mesa Arts Center, 2 p.m., and 8 p.m., $34-$59

112 Live

Celebrity Theatre, 8:30 p.m., $20-$25

Rebel Heart

Nabers, 8:30 p.m.

APRIL 12 UFEST 2015 feat. A Day to Remember, Asking Alexandria, August Burns Red, Trivium, Redlight King, Powerman 5000 Quail Run Park, 12 p.m., $75

Brand New w/ Circa Survive April 16

Marquee Theatre » 7 p.m. » sold out Let’s kick it old school by traveling all the way back to the early 2000s. OK, so it wasn’t so long ago, but the sounds of Brand New and Circa Survive will definitely send you back to a simpler time, when a man was free to wear Dickies for all occasions.

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Redneck Rock Stars Duo Nabers, 7 p.m.

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

Harper & The Moths

Pub Rock, TBD

One Eyed Doll

Club Red West, 6:30 p.m., $10-$13

Tigers Jaw w/Lemuria, SoMoS Nile Theater, 7 p.m., $13-$15

Daily & Vincent

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m., $19-$149

Crown Kings

Nabers, 8:30 p.m.

One-Eyed Doll

Club Red, 6 p.m., $10-$13

April 19

Marquee Theatre » 6:30 p.m. » $35 With over 260 million plays of his surprise hit “Take Me to Church” on Spotify, Hozier is probably the least likely phenomenon to come out of the indie rock scene. With only one record under his belt, there’s nowhere to go but up for this Ireland native.

Emewetal w/Gehenna, The Mistake, Gatecreeper Pub Rock Live, 7 p.m., $10

Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $14-$17

LiveWire, 7 p.m., $10

Shawn Mendes

LiveWire, 7 p.m., TBD

APRIL 19 Afton Showcase

The Rhythm Room, 6:30 p.m., $8 adv. $13 dos

Kneebody

MIM, 7 p.m., $28-$33

Iggy Azalea w/Nick Jonas

Young Fathers

Nile Theater, 7 p.m., $15-$18

Los Lobos

LiveWire, 8 p.m., $38 Last Exit Live, 8 p.m., $15-$18

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m., $19-$149

Sworn Enemy w/Wretched, Dark Sermon, Hammer Fight

Crown Kings

Lydia Loveless

Talking Stick Resort, 7:30 p.m., TBD

Nora Jane Struthers w/The Party Line

Brewfish

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

The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $12-$14

Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., Free

Father John Misty

Young Buffalo w/Matt Pond

Secondhand Serenade w/Ryan Cabrera, Nick Thomas, Runaway Saints, Wind in Sails Marquee Theatre, 5 p.m., TBD

DJ Joey La Delfa Spinning Country

Steve Adelson w/Emmet Chapman

Open Mic w/ Jason Messer Rogue Bar, TBD

APRIL 27

King Tuff

APRIL 23

MATT & KIM

Kim Lenz & The Jaguars

The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $10

The Decemberists

Mesa Arts Center, 7:30 p.m., $35

Psychostick w/Downtown Brown, Urizen, Special Guests Club Red West, 6 p.m., $14-$16

APRIL 30 Comerica Theatre, 8 p.m., $99-$149 Marquee Theatre, 5:30 p.m., $30

Duane Moore from Mogollon Nabers, 7 p.m.

ZZ Top

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

Marquee Theater, TBD

Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $10-$12

Wishbone Ash

Marquee Theater, 8 p.m., $24

MIM Theater, 7 p.m., $33-$38

Rogue Bar, TBD

Parker Millsap

APRIL 20

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

Gila River Arena, 7 p.m., $50-$96

APRIL 26

The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $25-$28

MIM, 7 p.m., $33-$38

Kenny Chesney w/Jake Owen

Nabers, 8:30 p.m.

John Moreland

Nabers, 6 p.m.

Joe’s Grotto, 6 p.m., $16

Mastodon & Clutch

Crescent Ballroom, TBD

DJ Joey La Delfa Spinning Country

Alesana w/Capture the Crown, The Browning, Conquer Divide, The Funeral Portrait

Waxahatchee w/Girlpool, Dogbreth, Cherie Cherie

Wild Horse Pass, 8 p.m., $64-$124

Le Vent du Nord

Gila River Arena, 7:30 p.m., $53-$86

APRIL 29

Joe Bonamassa

Valley Bar, 7:30 p.m., $13-$15

APRIL 22

Mesa Arts Center, 6 p.m., $7

Kenny Rogers

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

Club Red, 6 p.m., $14-$16

Spring Concert

Bright Light Social Hour

Lisa Loeb

Clark w/Nosaj Thing

Club Red, TBD

Enter Shikari w/Stray From the Path, A Lot Like Birds, I the Mighty

Lady Lamb

Black Bottom Lighters

Nabers, 8:30 p.m.

Martyr Loser Kingdom

Open Mic w/ Jason Messer

APRIL 21 The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $11-$13

Moon King

APRIL 25

Buck 65 w/Astronautalis

Desert Dixie

Andrew Combs

APRIL 24 Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., Free

Hozier

APRIL 28

Nabers, 6 p.m.

Marquee Theatre, 8 p.m., TBD

Reptar

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

Sleater-Kinney April 29

Marquee Theatre » 6:30 p.m. » $30 After a six year hiatus, this trio of ladies is back in action, bringing back their riot grrrl style in mature fashion.

You might know guitarist/vocalist Carrie Brownstein from the IFC show “Portlandia,” but see how she originally made a name for herself this month.

Hot Rize

Sat., April 25 | 7:00 & 9:00 p.m. | $32.50–$52.50 The legendary bluegrass group returns after twenty-four years apart.

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Hometown heroes The Maine start fresh in Tempe

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ith the impending release of its fifth studio album, American Candy, Tempe-bred band The Maine feels like it’s starting over.

Drummer Pat Kirch describes the music as upbeat and danceable, reflective of what the band members were listening to as fledgling musicians in the late 1990s, early 2000s like Third Eye Blind and New Radicals.

“I feel like we kind of hit a point with the last couple records that we took that sound as far as we could take it,” Kirch says.

“This feels like we’re a brand new band again. It’s exciting.”

The album is due out March 31, a few days before The Maine kicks off its world tour on April 3 at Marquee Theatre.

“It’ll be great to start the tour there,” he says. “Generally, we always end our tours there.

“This has been great. We definitely appreciate the hometown support system that we have now. I think it’s one of those instances where you go on tour, see all these different places and it takes all of

that to realize how great it is to be from here.”

Kirch is excited that his hometown fans get to hear the new music first. The album has been under wraps, so much so that the musicians didn’t tell a soul that they were working on new tracks.

“We recorded in the middle of the desert in California in Joshua Tree,” he says. “We rented this giant house in the middle of the desert and recorded up there for a month.

“We got off the Internet. For two to three months we weren’t using any social media or our website. It was nice to get back to the only thing we had to focus on, which was the songs.”

The secretive process helped build excitement within the band, which formed eight years ago.

“It feels fresh and exciting,” he says.

“There are so many things we haven’t had a chance to do that we want to do. There is tons of excitement around the band right now.”

Because of this new sound, though, don’t expect The Maine to shun its past.

“We’re going to play a bit off of all the records,” he says. “I think we’ll

probably play the exact amount of songs off all the records. I think this particular tour will be a good representation of everything that we’ve done as a band.”

American Candy fits perfectly within the band’s catalog.

“This could have been our second or third album and it would make as much sense then as it does now,” he says.

“This record is who our band is. It’s one of those things when you go into record an album, you don’t know exactly what’s going to happen. I didn’t know what kind of album we were going to make. I got a little freaked out. But it’s so exciting and new that the energy is just building.”

The Maine w/Real Friends, Knuckle Puck and The Technicolors Marquee Theatre, 730 N. Mill Avenue, Tempe, 480.829.0607, luckymanonline.com, 7 p.m.

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BACON & MASCULINITY Nick Offerman shows his softer side with wife Megan Mullally in ‘Summer of 69: No Apostrophe’

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or seven seasons, Nick Offerman, as the character Ron Swanson, personified all that is man on the hugely popular NBC show “Parks and Recreation,” which aired its last episode on February 24.

Mustachioed and always dressed in a collared polo shirt and pleated khaki pants, Offerman’s character provided memorable one-liners and statements about how a free-thinking man should act such as “Fishing relaxes me. It’s like yoga, except I still get to kill something.”

He also gave sound, though riotous advice such as “Never half-ass two things—whole ass one thing.”

Offerman is not his whiskey-guzzling, breakfast food-obsessed counterpart, but one can’t help but notice more than a few similarities between the two men.

“I think the writers are so brilliant and they took aspects of me and wrote them in a much larger, cartoon-y way.

So I do love meat. I do love brunettes in the shape of [my wife] Megan Mullally. I love wood-working. And they took all of

I had a lot of fun assuming the constipated rictus that was Ron’s face, but having done that for 125 episodes, now I’m looking forward to doing things like smiling and showing my teeth...

those attributes and wrote them in a much funnier way than I do them in my life,” he laughs.

Offerman is also quick to point out the differences between his character and himself. For instance, he actually enjoys the company of others while his character lives alone in the woods in a cabin that he built himself.

“I had a lot of fun assuming the constipated rictus that was Ron’s face, but having done that for 125 episodes, now I’m looking forward to doing things like smiling and showing my teeth [and] mincing about the room without having to be a combination of John Wayne and an oak tree.”

However, it’s clear that Offerman looks back on his time as Swanson with as much fondness as fans do.

“It’s just an absolutely life-changing, epic experience. It opened the world of opportunity to the entire cast and writing staff and so, we’re a bunch of lucky stiffs who were handed a very beautiful carpet ride for seven years,” he says.

Offerman is also able to perfectly capture why fans of the show stayed so loyal for seven years and were so desperately sad to see it go.

“There is a way to exist in that [entertainment field] spreading love and not giving in to things like fashion and cynicism. And so, that is my strongest takeaway—the way that we can be very funny while still saying ‘I love you,’” he says.

Now Offerman is coming to Phoenix with wife Mullally, who fans will recognize from her unforgettable performance as Karen Walker on the early ‘00s show “Will & Grace.” The two have worked together before on one another’s projects, but this show is a direct collaboration between the two.

“We had done some touring separately… and we began to kind of stick our chocolate into each other’s peanut butter, as it were. The one drag about touring was that we were away from each other… and we were missing each other.

So we said, ‘Let’s come up with a way to tour together.’ And here it is.”

The show, called “The Summer of 69: No Apostrophe,” is a hilarious though risqué peek into the couple’s relationship.

(“There will be a lot of sexual education taking place both in word and deed,” jokes Offerman.) Through jokes, songs and skits, Offerman and Mullally will explain how they have maintained their marriage of over 10 years.

“We have a handful of very enjoyable songs including a musical rendition of our wedding vows, and it’s kind of like a good ole fashioned show-biz couple [show].

There [are] elements of ‘Sonny and Cher,’ or ‘Captain and Tennille’ or even ‘Nichols and May.’ But we’re getting up to lovebased hi-jinks all over the stage,” explains Offerman.

Although they have been married since 2003, Offerman and Mullally are never short of loving words about the other and are still very much able to surprise and impress one another. In fact, Offerman is amazed at what a truly great touring companion she is.

“She is a lady and I am a man, so there’s an element of protection in our relationship. When we tour and we go on these long road trips, because we like to drive between cities, she’s delightfully accommodating. I’m very grateful that she’s not a big griper,” he says.

After touring through the rest of the weather-beaten country, Offerman is excited to come to Arizona to play. Our beautiful state has served for multiple romantic getaways for the couple, though neither of them has ever played here.

“One of our favorite things about touring is just that tangible experience of getting to commune with the citizenry in a big room in the flesh and blood,” he says.

“Given all of the places that we’re visiting on this tour, I think Phoenix is gonna feel like a little bit of a vacation.”

Nick Offerman & Megan Mullally in ‘Summer of 69: No Apostrophe’ Comerica Theatre, 400 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.379.2800, comericatheatre.com, Thursday, April 23, 8 p.m., $40

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ozier admits that, as someone who is naturally rather introverted, he’s had to work to get used to playing in front of the increasingly large audiences that are populating his shows in the wake of the huge success of his hit single, “Take Me To Church.”

“It certainly was a very steep learning curve,” he says. “I was very much in my comfort zone, I think, on smaller stages with more intimate audiences. You know, last summer we played a lot of huge stages at music festivals and stuff. It was something that was quite a steep learning (curve) for me. Even still, I’m not the most extroverted of performers on stage…

But the more that I gig and the more that I get to see audiences enjoy the music, the more I kind of enjoy this and the more, I suppose, I’m drawn to it.”

In fact, Hozier showed he could handle one of the most intimidating moments an artist can face during the Grammy Awards on February 9. With a star-studded live audience looking on and millions of viewers tuned in on television, he performed “Take Me To Church”— with Annie Lennox joining him on vocals near the end of the song. That song then segued into a powerhouse version of the Screaming Jay Hawkins classic, “I Put A Spell On You” (with Lennox delivering mesmerizing vocals on that song). The two-

song performance was widely considered the highlight of the Grammys telecast.

“The success of ‘Take Me To Church,’ I never imagined it,” Hozier says. “So in many ways, celebrating the Grammy nominations, performing at the Grammys, the shows that we’re playing now in America, they surpass what I maybe dared to dream of, so I’m thrilled, absolutely thrilled.”

Hozier’s sound began to come together in 2013 when he made a demo of “Take Me To Church” with producer Robert Kirwan. It was the first recording that truly captured the gritty sound rooted in blues, soul, gospel and jazz that Hozier had been chasing.

A video was then made that tied into the song’s message about the connections between sex, love and humanity—and specifically Hozier’s support for equal rights for gays and disdain for the religious denominations, governments and other entities that denounce homosexuality as sinful and offensive to God. The video ends with footage of vigilantes attacking a gay man while his partner helplessly watches in horror.

The video was posted on YouTube on September 25, 2013 and within days it topped 200,000 views. That total is now more than 30 million. The video went viral just a few weeks after Hozier’s debut EP, Take Me To Church, had been released.

The YouTube activity got the attention of bigger worldwide labels, and

Hozier was signed by Columbia Records in America. Songs from the Take Me To Church EP, a second EP, From Eden, and some newer songs were assembled to create Hozier’s self-titled debut album, which was released this past September.

“Take Me To Church,” naturally enough, became the album’s lead single and reached number two on Billboard magazine’s all-genre Hot 100 singles chart in December. Now with the exposure from the Grammys, Hozier is primed to be one of 2015’s breakout stars.

He’s currently touring the states with a seven-piece band, stopping at Tempe’s Marquee Theatre to play a sold out show on April 19. He’ll play a set that goes a bit beyond just the 13 songs included on the self-titled album.

“There were a few of the songs that were released as kind of bonus tracks, so we have a few of those in the sets,” Hozier says. “And there are one or two covers… like a pop cover that we might change up and have some fun with. Or I might play some blues music, which was very influential to me.”

Hozier

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ACROSS THE POND, ACROSS GENRES

Rixton brings its pop-rock sound to American audiences Christina Fuoco-Karasinski » The Entertainer!

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ake Roche is tired and out of breath. Feeling badly for delaying an interview because he was stuck on “the tube,” he quickly ducked into a London pub in Oxford Circus where he could find relative peace.

Roche—the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist for the English pop band Rixton—is anxious to talk about his band’s debut, Let the Road, which hit stores on March 3. He and his bandmates were preparing to promote the album while opening for American songbird Ariana Grande on a tour that comes to US Airways Center on Monday, April 6.

“It’s just all a bit crazy at the moment,” Roche says. “We always feel that with our live show, we have to step it up. This is the perfect platform. We feel her audience has such a side demographic.

“We can’t really wait to really (captivate them) and have a lot of fun, really. I think that’s the bottom line: Have as much fun as possible.”

Naturally, the set will include

Rixton’s Matchbox 20-inspired hit “Me and My Broken Heart.” Ironically, the relentlessly catchy song wasn’t the one pegged to capture Americans’ hearts. “We All Want the Same Thing” was the golden child, but Rixton kept writing and “Me and My Broken Heart” did the trick.

“Originally it didn’t fit right,” he says of “We All Want the Same Thing.”

“We were struggling; we were in and out of the studio. We’d try and challenge each other. But straight away it just hit us. It was the last song we recorded for our album. We were very happy that it was our first single.”

Rixton can see its career moving forward, thanks to the boost from “Me and My Broken Heart.” The subsequent single, “Hotel Ceiling,” is moving up the charts and garnering radio play on terrestrial and satellite radio.

“We want to be a band that grows with the audience,” he says. “It’s been a real snowballing effect, where you feel like it can only get bigger and bigger. We want a gradual slow build.

“We want to be doing this for 10 to 15 years or later. We want to hold our own and not rush it.”

Roche knows a thing or two about show business. He is the son of actor Shane Patrick Roche, also known as Shane Richie, who played Alfie Moon on the BBC One soap opera “EastEnders” from 2002 to 2005 and again since 2010.

His mom is English singer/presenter Coleen Nolan.

“I come from a very large singing family,” he says. “My mom was in a girl band and in the ‘70s and went on tour with Stevie Wonder.”

His mom largely influenced him, turning him on to swing music, jazz and R&B. He grew up idolizing Michael Jackson and then moving on to Justin Timberlake, Ed Sheeran. But he generally finds himself going back to the legends.

“They put their own stamp on the music and did their own thing,” he says.

“They’re not in your face.”

Roche and bassist Danny Wilkin began writing songs together when they

“left school,” the English equivalent of graduating from high school. Roche writes songs on an acoustic guitar, based on his or Wilkin’s ideas.

“It’s all recorded on the voice memos on our phone,” Roche says. “They are the worst sounding things you’ve ever heard, but they make sense in our heads.”

The songs bounce around between the band members’ emails, proving that Rixton is a democratic being.

“There’s not a real John Lennon thing going on here,” he says.

Roche is looking forward to sharing his music with fans at US Airways Center, as Rixton has been one of the few English artists to really crack the U.S. market.

U.K. superstars like Robbie Williams, who sells millions of tickets in one day overseas, is a relative unknown in the States. Olly Murs is another English singer who isn’t getting the respect he deserves. Roche says he believes that Rixton is making its mark because its sound is “American friendly.”

“That just helps a lot,” he says about the pop sound. “We worked with Benny Blanco, who’s worked with Maroon 5 and Katy Perry—they haven’t done too bad for themselves. We have that lucky ingredient plus we have the Rixton sound. That really helps.”

Rixton only has an hour to warm up fans for Ariana Grande, but Roche gives it his all.

“It’s a high-energy show,” Roche says.

“It’s as high energy as possible. We feel like we stepped up now that we’ve worked closely with Jennifer Lopez’s musical director. We’ll include a few covers.

“Basically, we’re just there for the fans.

We love making new fans but we consider ourselves very, very lucky that radio has been supportive. It’s a great honor.”

Ironically, talking about playing arenas while sitting in a pub makes Roche recall the earlier days.

“We started out in places like this,” he says. “We feel like we can grow with the audience. We’ve gotten bigger and the audience has gotten bigger. Arenas are crazy. They are just mind blowing. We just can’t wait.”

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in general. They’ll be rocking out at Maya this month, so prepare yourself for an afternoon of great drinks and great music.

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This Swedish duo are rising stars on the EDM scene, and if you haven’t heard their name yet, you probably will. With their hits “Beam Me Up” and “Sleepless,” it’s likely you’re familiar with their sound if you’re an EDM fan

Another duo making their premiere at Maya, Thom Jongkind and Idir Makhlaf, better known as Blasterjaxx, hail from the faraway land of the Netherlands. Though only five years into their DJ career together, they’ve made themselves astonishingly well-known throughout the scene, traveling the globe to perform songs like “Mystica,” “Fifteen” and “Gravity.”

Fast and upbeat, make sure to come with enough stamina to keep up with this group’s energy.

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Porter Robinson APRIL 18

Porter Robinson proves that you can be successful at any age, as this 22-year-old is already one of the most recognizable names in the industry.

A resident DJ at Marquee Las Vegas nightclub, this North Carolina native has already traveled the globe with his talents and is getting ready for a blast of a show this month at Maya.

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Cedric Gervais is a legend in the industry. This Grammy Awardwinning artist hails from France.

Along with being incredibly good lookin, he has DJ skills to match.

Now a resident of Miami Beach, this performer has a history of great shows and is guaranteed to live up to that this month at Maya.

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Marc Kinchen, better known as just MK, is another industry veteran. He hit No.1 on the Hot Dance Music/Club Playlist in the early ‘90s, and clearly he’s still got it. You’ve heard his songs “Always,” “4 You” and “Burning,” and now you get to hear them live while he turns up the heat in the Valley.

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ecoming wildly popular in the ‘80s and ‘90s for its drinkability, the lemon drop martini has earned a little bit of a bad rap among mixologists.

Some see it as an overly sweet, “girly” drink that many order because they can’t taste the alcohol.

However, when dissected, the traditional lemon drop is a perfectly respectable cocktail ratio of alcohol, citrus juice and sweetener and really is quite delicious when made correctly with balanced flavors.

Now, a classic lemon drop is very easy to make, but one needs freshly squeezed lemon juice and simple syrup, which a lot of people won’t always have on hand. So a dumbed down version was still called for and, to be honest, didn’t take much past common sense to figure out.

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1 ½ oz. vodka 1-2 oz. lemonade OR LemonLime Gatorade Sugar for rim of glass (but only if you’re feeling fancy) THE VERDICT Hmm, let’s think about this. Lemon juice and simple syrup. That probably tastes like... yup, lemonade. That’s exactly what it tastes like because that’s exactly what lemonade is.

I kept the ratio of vodka to lemonade similar and, just in case some of you don’t have lemonade on hand, I thought I would try the classic lemon-lime Gatorade flavor, as well.

I prepared them all the same way (shaken with ice and poured chilled but neat) for the sake of consistency.

While the classic lemon drop is definitely the better tasting cocktail, both the lemonade and Gatorade make perfectly suitable substitutes for the lemon juice and simple syrup. The lemonade tasted almost exactly like the lemon drop, although the alcohol stood out more. The Gatorade didn’t taste as close to the original as the lemonade, but it had the core flavors present and was very easy to drink.

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he liquor scene in the Valley is growing by leaps and bounds.

After a successful inaugural year full of music, food and booze the 2nd Annual Chandler Craft Spirits Festival is back for another round.

Grab your drinking comrades and head to Downtown Chandler to mix it up at this event where spirits are sure to be high!

Come sample spirits, enjoy craft cocktails and jam out to DJ-spun tunes while hanging out with your friends. More than 2,000 21-and-older fans are expected to get together to try their taste buds at a variety of locallybrewed drinks.

This year’s celebration will feature small batch, boutique, artisanal, craft, premium spirits and cocktails. While those drinks are the main focus of this refreshing event you will also come

across craft beer and wine cocktails, too. There is a drink for everyone from the booze beginner to the shot specialist.

Mingle, make new friends and network with the craft spirits community, including Arizona’s own craft distillery distributors like Headbanger, Bittermens and Desert Diamond Distillery. Get into the excitement of the evening by watching the War of Pour mixology and bartending competitions. Expect tasty bites from even more Valley restaurants than last year, and don’t miss out on the free promotional giveaways by local businesses.

Each ticket comes with 15 tasting tickets, making it simple to drink your way around a few booths.

This event benefits the Downtown Chandler Community Partnership, a nonprofit that works to further the development and appeal of the downtown area in Chandler.

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t’s only been open for two years, but Salut Kitchen Bar has already made quite the name for itself in Tempe.

Offering a mix of Mediterranean and American cuisine, inventive cocktails,

great wines and excellent craft beers, Salut is also much loved for their relaxed, stylish environment and patio.

But for this month’s Mad Mixologist, bartender Cameron Gutierrez

wanted to highlight another one of their offerings: absinthe.

A highly alcoholic (usually between 100 and 160 proof ) spirit, absinthe is anise or black licorice flavored and is made from botanicals, herbs and wormwood.

It became a hugely popular drink in the late 19th and early 20th century due to the hallucinogenic properties found in the wormwood. From 1912 to 2007, absinthe was banned in the US and was only allowed back in because the chemical in the wormwood that causes hallucinations was removed.

The Entertainer!: Can you explain the traditional drip process?

Gutierrez: The cup is filled with a shot of absinthe. We then place the sugar cube on the slotted spoon and slowly drip ice cold water over the sugar cube so that it falls into the absinthe. This process is actually called louching and allows the sugar and

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water to evenly dissolve in the absinthe.

The final drink will be one part absinthe to about two to five parts water.

How have your customers reacted to trying it?

Most of them aren’t expecting how strong it is. They are intrigued by the drip, but I don’t have very many repeat customers for it. It seems to be a one time thing but it is a fun experience.

What is your preferred way to drink absinthe?

In addition to the drip, we also have several absinthe cocktails. One of those, the “Death in the Afternoon” is my favorite.

It is ¾ of an ounce of absinthe in a glass of champagne. It is actually how Ernest Hemingway preferred to drink it. I would suggest that customers try absinthe in a cocktail for their first time. It is actually suggested to be an after-dinner digestif and to be sipped—not taken like a shot!

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ODDLY ACCURATE ASTROLOGY What does April hold for your social life?

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ARIES »

March 21 – April 21 Last month’s business will continue until mid-month, but will drop off. Expect your concerns to be finance-centered but use the full moon (April 4) as some sort of closure or conclusion to an agreement or project.

This could also relate to your relationships, or for some singles, a new romance!

TAURUS »

April 22 – May 20 Celebrate your upcoming birthday and spend on yourself. Do something, go somewhere or see that concert. April’s total eclipse on April 4 is powerful and spotlights the area of the chart that is associated with work, health and your daily routine. Organize your work and social schedule and make some time for the gym.

GEMINI »

May 21 – June 21 Spend carefully the first half of the month and you’ll be ready to buzz around by mid-month. The new moon on April 18 will spark your creative juices, so call up friends and use that hard-saved money from the first half of the month to dive into the local scene.

CANCER »

June 22 – July 22 Your social life may cost you a bit more this month, but it’s worth it. Plus, you always have a few pennies put aside for rainy day social event. The new moon on April 18 is ideal to start anew, so go in a new direction with your career. Combining business and fun will pay off this month!

LEO »

July 23 – August 22 Open your mind to others and let them expand your knowledge of subjects that will interest you. April brings events where you can explore and expand beyond your regular experiences. New developments will be happening in your earning potential this month.

VIRGO »

August 23 – September 22 You are not one to waste time, so expect a productive month, both work-wise and socially. As early as the first week, your schedule will be full of reservations, tickets and dating arrangements. Beware of a few intimacy issues and involvements.

LIBRA »

September 23 – October 22 April’s revelations will be in effect for another six months or so and this centers on your significant relationships. Social networking is not to be ignored this month. It is a celebration time with friends and like-minded coworkers. Your popularity will increase quickly.

SCORPIO »

October 23 – November 21 Be prepared to make some financial compromises by mid month. Your social patterns are being altered and the old is being replaced by the new. Why this change of attitude? This month’s early total eclipse may have you reevaluating your relationship priorities, but remember that a bit of trust is a good thing!

SAGITTARIUS »

November 22 – December 21 Taking a real look at your financial status this month may end up with a pleasant result. You can easily use what you find to celebrate.

April may bring an attractive new love or an existing one into a more serious romantic frame. This month is packed with too many choices, but then again, you like abundance.

CAPRICORN »

December 22 – January 19 Your financial stresses will disappear mid-month and you’ll be able to downsize on your work life and super size your social life. You know what they say about all work and no play. Plus, you should be in a cycle that puts emphasis on your personal enjoyment and expanding your interests and friends.

AQUARIUS »

January 20 – February 18 Don’t fret spending a bit more this month on local happenings or getting together with friends. Singles, focus on your communication skills, new interests and your interactions with people in the know so you can meet that special someone— they won’t just appear at your door, after all.

PISCES »

February 19 – March 20 A date with monetary reality will happen mid-month, but that’s OK. It is the quality of life that counts. Start the month off right by addressing bills, bank balances and unnecessary spending. Remember, April is a time of empowerment, so focus on the issue of intimacy, either finding love or keeping it.

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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Though spring symbolizes the end of bearable outdoor winter activities like hiking and walking to the mailbox, there are certain pastimes that keep consistent popularity year-round.

Take online compliment fishing, for example.

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49995

Instant Savings*

AF-S DX NIKKOR® 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Image Stabilized Lens

AFTER

600

$

Kit includes 24-120mm VR NIKKOR® image stabilized lens

AFTER

AFTER

100

$ ±

Purchase the D3100, D3200, D3300, D5200, D5300, D5500, D7100 or D7200 together with the below lens and receive the below Instant Savings:

WITH FULL FRAME FX-FORMAT SENSOR

$

±

NOW!

EXPANDABLE TO 51,200

Kit includes 24-120mm VR NIKKOR® image stabilized lens

Was $129995

100

Instant Savings*

100-12,800 ISO

1080p

EXPEED 4

VARI-ANGLE LCD MONITOR

42995

Was $59995

D5300 Body Only $699.95± After $100 Instant Savings* UP TO FRAMES PER SECOND

AFTER

$ ±

AF-S NIKKOR® 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR Image Stabilized Lens

D610 Body Only $1499.95± After $500 Instant Savings*

24.3

±

NOW!

Was $49995

±

AFTER

NOW!

29995

$

200

$ ±

Instant Savings*

Purchase the D7100, D7200, D610, D750, Df, D810 or D4s together with the below lens and receive the below Instant Savings: AF-S NIKKOR® 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Image Stabilized Lens

Was $104995

NOW!

±

79995

$

AFTER

250

$ ±

Instant Savings*