CALENDAR

Peoria Times publishes on Thursday. The 9 Days a Week calendar — a listing of entertainment events such as concerts, theatrical performances, events for schools, churches, county parks and nonprofit groups — runs every issue. Events must be open to the public to be considered and generally must be held within the Times’ coverage area, which is within the city of Peoria. 9 Days a Week calendar items print on a space-available basis. The only way to guarantee that an item will print is to purchase an advertisement.

Submissions must reach our office by 4 p.m. Thursday to be considered for the following Thursday publication. Submissions must be in writing and may be emailed to Rachel Hagerman, rhagerman@timespublications.com, or faxed to 623-935-2103.

Due to precautions against the spread of COVID-19, many events may be canceled.

Thursday

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Scrabble Play a game of Scrabble at 12:30 p.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. This Scrabble group meets weekly and welcomes new participants. Free. For information, call 623-773-7436.

Pinochle Play a game of Pinochle at 1 p.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. Attendance is free. For information, call 623-773-7436. Jefferson Street. Individual bingo cards cost 25 cents and 50 cents for coverall. For information, call 623-773-7436.

Songercise (Ages 1-5) Learn the benefits of and ways parents can play with their children to maximize brain and skill development from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Free. For information, call 623-773-8650.

Lake Pleasant and the Central Arizona Project Connection Learn about Lake Pleasant’s connection with one of the largest water systems in central Arizona from 2 to 3 p.m. at Discovery Center at Lake Pleasant Regional Park, 39345 N. Overlook Road. For information, call 602-506-9556.

Toastmasters Club Become a stronger leader and speaker in biweekly meetings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on second and fourth Thursdays at Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. Free. For information, email vppr-4318@toastmastersclubs.org.

Toddler Time Toddlers can play and learn beside their caregiver with group stories, music and fingerplays from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at the Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. Free. For information, call 623-773-7555.

Crazy Times with Madame Patchouli Enjoy songs, stories and crafts with the eccentric and much-loved Madame Patchouli from 9:15 to 9:45 a.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Free. For information, call 623-773-8650.

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‘Chicago the Musical’ Enjoy dinner and a performance of “Chicago the Musical” at the Arizona Broadway Theater, 7701 W. Paradise Lane, at 5:30 p.m. This musical is set amidst the decade of the roaring 20s when housewife and wannabe nightclub dancer Roxie murders her lover. Cost is $46.20 to $114.99. For information, call 623-776-8400.

Saturday

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Glow Lasers, music and backlights will transform the indoor trampoline park into a jumping dance club from 8 to 11 p.m. at Sky Zone Peoria, 9040 W. Larkspur Drive, Suite 134. The park has trampoline dodgeball, a foam pit, a warrior course and more. Tickets are $20. All ages are welcome. Participants must wear an all-white or neon-color shirt. Shirts will be available for $5. For information, call 623-979-4000.

Ask a Master Gardener Master Gardener volunteers from the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension in Maricopa County will answer desert gardening questions, including but not limited to plant selection, irrigation, fertilization, pruning techniques, pest management and problem diagnosis. You can also bring plant material or insect specimens for identification and advice from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Free. For information, call 623-773-8650.

PAWS 2 Read PAWS 2 Read is a program that allows children to read with therapy dogs to improve their reading skills and confidence. The program takes place from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. Free. For information, call 623-773-7555.

Sunday

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Early Bird Jump The early bird gets the work from 10 a.m. to noon at Sky Zone Peoria, 9040 W. Larkspur Drive, Suite 134. Tickets are only $10 for two hours of jump time. This premier indoor trampoline park has trampoline dodgeball, a foam pit, a warrior course and more. For information, call 623-979-4000.

Distillery Tour Bring family and friends to see a craft distillery in action. Lucidi Distilling Co. tours are available at 1 p.m. Sundays. Pricing starts at just $14 per person and includes a generous sampling of three kinds of spirits and a custom-made signature cocktail. The distillery is located in Historic Fire Station No. 1, 8307 W. Washington Street. To book a party and learn more, call 623-299-8779.

Knit and Purl (Ages 16+) Make friends as you knit, crochet or quilt from 1 to 3 p.m. at Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. Free. For information, call 623-773-7555.

Monday

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Private Riding Lessons Arizona Riders private horseback riding lessons are available from 5 to 8 p.m. for all levels of experience from children ages 3 and older to adults. Arizona Riders is located at 15125 N. 83rd Avenue. For information, call 602-403-9560.

Line Dances Have a fun morning of line dancing from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. The class does not require a partner dancer. Attendance is $5. For information, call 623-773-7436.

SilverSneakers The focus of this class is on toning muscles and building overall strength. The class is comparable to the Fit After 50 exercise program and takes place at 9:30 a.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. Attendance is $1.50 for nonmembers. For information, call 623-773-7436.

Purposeful Play Group Children can practice socialization, participate in creative play and stimulate brain development with a fun, free playgroup from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at the Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. Free. For information, call 623-773-7555.

Centennial Cinema Family Movie Enjoy a film screening of “Oz the Great and Powerful” from 1 to 3 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Free. For information, call 623- 773-8650.

Downtown Teens Art Night Swing by the Peoria Main Library at 8463 W. Monroe Street from 5 to 7 p.m. This month’s project is recycled potted flowers. Free. Registration is required as space is limited to 20 teens. For information, call 623-773-7556.

Tuesday

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Tai Chi Essentials Learn Tai Chi from 9 to 9:50 a.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. Attendance is $1.50. For information, call 623-773-7436.

Open Play Children of all ages can jump around and play from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Jumper’s Jungle Family Fun Center at 9299 W. Olive Avenue, Suite 406. The center is complete with bouncy houses, super slides, inflatable obstacles and more. Cost is $7 to $10. For information, call 623-322-4100.

Busy Bee Crafters This creative group meets weekly to share ideas and work on a variety of craft projects at 9 a.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. Free. For information, call 623-773-7436.

Zumba Instructor Akua Jitahadi will lead a Zumba class at 8 a.m. Tuesdays and 9 a.m. Thursdays at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. Attendance is $1.50 for nonmembers. For information, call 623-773-7436.

Toddler Time: Step Up from Baby Steps Toddler Time embraces the energy of toddlers with entertaining songs, dances, crafts and stories from 9:30 to 10 a.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Free. For information, call 623-773-8650.

Teddy Bear Storytime Children ages 2 to 6 are invited to a late-evening storytime event from 6:30 to 7 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Pajamas and teddy bears are optional. Free. For information, call 623-773-8650.

The Peoria City Council will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Peoria Council Chambers, 8401 W. Monroe Street. City Council meeting dates and times are subject to change. Free. For information, call 623-773-7340.

Special City Council Meeting and Executive Session The Peoria City Council will meet from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Peoria Council Chambers, 8401 W. Monroe Street. City Council meeting dates and times are subject to change. Free. For information, call 623-773-7340.

Wednesday

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Westside Stitchers Join others in a variety of needlecraft projects including knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery and beading at 12:30 p.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. Free. For information, call 623-773-7436.

Free Ice Skating Lessons AZ Ice Peoria offers one skating class for free every Wednesday at 5:45 p.m. at 15829 N. 83rd Avenue. The intro class is available for children and adults of all ages. After the class, an evaluator will provide a class recommendation. To register, email bridgetk@azice.com.

Baby Steps Learn how to help babies step into reading more easily from 9:15 to 9:45 a.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Free. For information, call 623-773-8650.

Card and Board Game Afternoon (Ages 18+) Come play fan-favorite games like Phase 10, UNO, Old Maid, Hearts and Rummikub with other adults from 2 to 3 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Free. For information, call 623-773-8650.

Teen Paint Party (Ages 12-17) Sign up for an evening of painting from 6 to 7 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Wear clothes that can get dirty. Registration is required. Free. For information, call 623-773-8650.

Thursday

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Thrifty Thursdays Children of all ages are admitted to Jumper’s Jungle Family Fun Center at 9299 W. Olive Avenue, Suite 406, for only $5. The center is complete with bouncy houses, super slides, inflatable obstacles and more. For information, call 623-322-4100.

Grab Bag Bingo Enjoy eight games of free bingo at 10:45 a.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. Winners choose from an assortment of grab bags. For information, call 623-773-7436.

Toastmasters Club Become a stronger leader and speaker in biweekly meetings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on second and fourth Thursdays at Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. Free. For information, email vppr-4318@toastmastersclubs.org.

Sew Smart Bring or start a sewing project at Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Library sewing machines are available for use. Free. For information, email mary.vass@peoriaaz.gov.

Crazy Times with Ma- dame Patchouli Enjoy songs, stories and crafts with the eccentric and much-loved Madame Patchouli from 9:15 to 9:45 a.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Free. For information, call 623-773-8650.

100 Years of Movie Magic To celebrate the library’s 100th year, the staff will highlight a film from each decade in which the library has traveled. Today’s movie screening of “King Kong” will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. For information, call 623-773-8650.

Friday

Living Free of Dementia This class is the first of a series about living free of dementia and enjoying wellness for a lifetime presented by Dr. Timothy Gerhart, a local author who recently published “Living Free of Dementia. This class looks at natural solutions to living free of digestive problems including IBS, IBD, colitis, constipation and autoimmune disease and begins at 6:30 p.m. at Renovare Wellness By Design, 18969 N. 83rd Avenue. Free. To reserve a seat, call 623-776-0206.

Pleasant Paddler Program Enjoy a morning of kayaking at Lake Pleasant from 9 a.m. to noon. The journey begins in the Castle Creek Boat Ramp area in the Lake Pleasant Regional Park. Admittance included with the park entrance fee of $2 to $7. Kayaks will also be available for rent. For rentals and more information, call 928-421-1288.

25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents will spell their way through a series of tricky words from 8 to 10 p.m. in the Encore Room at Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Lane. Tickets are $59. For information, call 623-776-8400.

‘Rex’s Exes’ Enjoy a play at 7:30 p.m. in the McMillin Theater at Theater Works, 10580 N. 83rd Drive. The show is a hilarious Southern-fried farce that follows the Verdeen cousins of Sweetgum, Texas. Tickets are $16 to $37. For information, call 623-815-7930.

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