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Recent works by local mixed media artist Jay Hardin

01 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Practical Art
5070 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(1.5 blocks north of Camelback)
Ongoing through Friday, October 31, 2008

These exquisite fields of color and texture speak to Jay Hardin's intuitive processes of mark-making and subtractive re-working. Hardin's work will be on display at Practical Art for the entire month of October.

More info: www.practical-art.com

Pumpkin Days & Fall Maze

01 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Tolmachoff Farms
5726 N. 75th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85303
Ongoing through Sunday, November 23, 2008

A great family activity for fall season: pumkin patch, corn mazes(family,mini, haunt), train ride, petting zoo, play area, food vendor. Weekend activities
Closed mondays in November

More info: www.tolmachoff-farms.com

Way Out West Oktoberfest, 36th annual

03 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Tempe Beach Park
80 West Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe 85281 (Rio Salado & Mill, Tempe)
Friday, October 3 – Sunday, October 5, 2008

FREE Admission!

It’s time for Tempe’s annual Way Out West Oktoberfest – celebrating this traditional German festival Arizona-style. Wear your lederhosen or your shorts & flip flops. Dance the polka, or do the chicken dance. Eat some German Bratwurst, sauerkraut and strudel, or have some pizza. Drink traditional Oktoberfest beer direct from Germany or have a good American brew!

It’s all there at Tempe’s Oktoberfest from October 3rd to 5th. Three stages of entertainment – polka, mainstream contemporary and family. Plus a ton of kid’s activities in Kinderfest - arts & crafts, painting the Hansel & Gretel castle, carnival games, clowns, face painting, inflatables, rock climbing wall and carnival. It’s fun for the whole family!

And, in the tradition of Oktoberfest (it began as a wedding), we invite you to renew your wedding vows at the Polka Stage on Saturday.

Not your ordinary Oom-Pah!

Way Out West Oktoberfest is produced by Tempe Sister City volunteers to raise money for international student/teacher exchanges and international humanitarian aid projects.

For more: www.wowoktoberfest.com or call 480 491 FEST.

More info: www.wowoktoberfest.com

American Solar Energy Society Solar Tour Hosted by SolarGreenCompany.com

04 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Sun City West - Saturday October 4, 2008
Scottsdale and Phoenix Sunday October 5, 2008. 9:00am to 3:00pm.
Saturday, October 4 – Sunday, October 5, 2008

"The Largest Solar Event in the World." American Solar Energy Society Sponsored Solar Tour. Self-guided tours of some of the most unique and interesting solar and green homes in the valley. Some homes will showcase never before seen solar systems and products. Please register at the listed website or send and email to solargreentour@solargreencompany.com. American Solar Energy Society for more information: www.ases.org

More info: www.solargreencompany.com

3rd annual woodland wildlife festival

04 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Woodland Lake Park Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ
Saturday, October 4 – Sunday, October 5, 2008

9-4pm Live wild animals - wolfs, raptors and more.
Weather permitting star gazing on Saturday night
Festival Fun For Everyone
The Pinetop-Lakeside Chamber of Commerce Continues theTradition of Festivals for You and Your Family

More info: pinetoplakesidechamber.com…

The Lost Dutchman Road Rally

05 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Starting at Chester's Harley-Davidson in Mesa and ending at Arizona Joe's in Apache Junction
Sunday, October 5, 2008

The Lost Dutchman Road Rally is a precisely timed riding event that will be about 100 miles long as it winds it's way through the East Valley. The rider who comes in with a total time closest to the Secret Rally Time will win the grand prize. After the Rally there will be bike games, food, a bike wash, a bike show, door prizes, and a silent auction. Roxster and Jack Ripper will be playing. With the proceeds benefiting local East Valley Charities.

More info: www.evhog.com

“Triumph Over Adversity.” Black pioneers of aviation and the Tuskegee Airmen

05 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

CAF Arizona Wing Aviation Museum, 2017 N. Greenfield Rd. in Mesa, AZ
Sunday, October 5, 2008

The Tuskegee Airmen Exhibit Opens February 9, 2007
and honors the Tuskegee Airmen and Black Aviators.

On Saturday, February 9 at 11:00 a.m. the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Arizona Wing Aviation Museum will open a new exhibit titled “Triumph Over Adversity.” It is dedicated to the Black pioneers of aviation and to the officers and enlisted personnel of the Tuskegee Airmen who served during WWII. This is in recognition of the positive experience, the outstanding record of accomplishment and the superb behavior of all black airmen, especially those of the 91st Fighter Squadron, the 322nd Fighter Group and the 477th Bombardment Group (collectively known as the Tuskegee Airmen) who were important factors in the initiation of social change to achieve racial equality in America. The keynote speaker for the event will be Dr. Thurston Gaines, an original Tuskegee Airmen and a resident of Glendale, Arizona. Also present as special guests will be members of the Archer-Ragsdale Arizona Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. Food and refreshments will be available from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

The CAF Arizona Wing Aviation Museum is located at 2017 N. Greenfield Rd. in Mesa, AZ on the southwest corner of historic Falcon Field. Museum hours are from 10:00 a.m. until 4 p.m. every day. Admission price is $7.00 for ages 14-adult, $3.00 for ages 6 through 13. Children under 6 are admitted free of charge. Among the warbirds on display for the event will be a reduced scale P-51”Mustang” and the museum’s B-17 Flying Fortress “Sentimental Journey”, B-25 “Mitchell” Bomber, North American SNJ/T-6 “Texan”, Stearmans, and many more. Warbird rides and gift certificates are available for purchase. The museums gift shop offers unique aviation gifts for the entire family.

The CAF Arizona Wing Aviation Museum is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to preserving historic aircraft, artifacts and our history. All proceeds benefit our educational objectives and to keep our warbirds flying for the benefit of this and future generations. For more information please call 480-924-1940 or visit our website at www.arizonawingcaf.com

More info: www.arizonawingcaf.com

American Solar Energy Society Solar Tour Hosted by SolarGreenCompany.com

05 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Sun City West - Saturday October 4, 2008
Scottsdale and Phoenix Sunday October 5, 2008. 9:00am to 3:00pm.
Sunday, October 5 – Monday, October 6, 2008

"The Largest Solar Event in the World." American Solar Energy Society Sponsored Solar Tour. Self-guided tours of some of the most unique and interesting solar and green homes in the valley. Some homes will showcase never before seen solar systems and products. Please register at the listed website or send and email to solargreentour@solargreencompany.com. American Solar Energy Society for more information: www.ases.org

More info: www.solargreencompany.com

Walk for Hope

05 Oct 2008 14:00:00 GMT

The Phoenix Zoo! The walk starts in the SRP parking lot at Priest Dr and Van Buren St.
Sunday, October 5, 2008, 7 – 11am

The 12th Annual Phoenix Walk for Hope to Cure Breast Cancer is a 5k Timed Run/5k Walk that supports the City of Hope-Banner Bone Marrow Transplant Program and Cancer Screening & Prevention Program located at the Banner Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, as well as lifesaving breast cancer research, treatment and education programs at City of Hope.
The Walk travels through The Phoenix Zoo. Post-walk festivities include music, entertainment, food, vendor booths, a kids' zone and awards ceremony.
Officially registered and paid Walk participants will receive free re-entry into the Zoo for the rest of the day (must be wearing Walk medal).

More info: www.cityofhope.org…

Ahwatukee Farmer's Market

05 Oct 2008 15:00:00 GMT

At the Ahwatukee Swim and Tennis Center on Warner just west of 48th (Behind the Blockbuster)
Sunday, October 5, 2008, 8am – 12pm

Fresh local produce, foods, and crafts

More info: www.arizonafarmersmarkets.com

Pumpkin Patch on a Real Farm

05 Oct 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Freeman Farms
1096 East Road 3 South
Chino Valley AZ
Sunday, October 5, 2008, 9am – 5pm

We are a real farm that grows its own pumpkins, sweet corn & hay. We have educational presentations and hay rides with antique tractors. We are similar to the old Youngs Farm - but not as commercial.

More info: www.azpumpkins.com

Grief Share

05 Oct 2008 17:30:00 GMT

6101 E. Virginia Street
Mesa, AZ 85215
Sunday, October 5, 2008, 10:30 – 11:30am

Grief Share is a special weekly seminar/support group for people grieving the loss of someone close. It's a place where you can be around people who understand how you feel and the pain of your loss. You'll learn valuable information that will help you thru this difficult time in your life.

More info: www.rmcchurch.org

World Card Making Day!

05 Oct 2008 20:00:00 GMT

7066 W Campo Bello
Glendale, AZ. 85308
Sunday, October 5, 2008, 1 – 5pm

Stamping, cards, raffle, food, friends, and fun!! Come kick off the holiday seaon of cardmaking, while helping the RMHC! For more info go to: www.maribethrichey.stampinup.net

More info: www.maribethrichey.stampinup.net

Gong Meditation

05 Oct 2008 20:30:00 GMT

Alternatives Wellness Center & Cafe
~ A Place That Changes Lives ~
4314 North 7th Avenue, Phoenix
(3 blocks North of Indian School in the Melrose Center)
Sunday, October 5, 2008, 1:30 – 2:30pm

Experience the power of gong meditation. Engulf yourself in sound vibration and radiance. The sound current/vibration of the gong reverberates in circulating patterns. It's an amazing experience and one of our most well-attended classes! Donations are appreciated, but not required to attend!!

More info: www.explorealternatives.com

Free Community Cinema Event: CHICAGO 10

05 Oct 2008 21:00:00 GMT

The City of Avondale City Council Chambers
(11465 W Civic Center Drive Avondale, AZ 85323)
Sunday, October 5, 2008, 2 – 4pm

Animation and archival footage expose the radical protests that rocked the 1968 Democratic National Convention and the chaotic trial that followed.

Community Cinema is a free monthly screening series featuring films from the Emmy Award-winning PBS series Independent Lens. Every month between September and May in over 50 cities nationwide, Community Cinema screenings convene community members, leading organizations, and public television stations to encourage dialogue and action around the important social issues raised in the films.

Come watch the film and enjoy free popcorn! Afterward, engage in a community conversation about topics related to the film with our expert panel.

There will be 2 screenings of the film:

October 5, 2008, from 2pm-4pm at the Avondale City Council Chambers
(11465 W Civic Center Drive Avondale, AZ 85323)

October 9, 2008, from 6pm-8pm at Burton Barr Library Pulliam Auditorium
(1221 N Central Ave, Phoenix 85004)

RSVP to daniel@handsonphoenix.org or call 602-973-2212 x233 for more information

More info: www.pbs.org…

Double Gong Meditation

05 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMT

Alternatives Wellness Center & Cafe
~ A Place That Changes Lives ~
4314 North 7th Avenue, Phoenix
(3 blocks North of Indian School in the Melrose Center)
Sunday, October 5, 2008, 3 – 4:30pm

Experience the power of gong meditation in this special double gong meditation. Engulf yourself in sound vibration and radiance. The sound current/vibration of the gong reverberates in circulating patterns. It's an amazing experience and one of our most well-attended classes! Donations are appreciated, but not required to attend!!

More info: www.explorealternatives.com

RockBand2 Battle of the Bands

06 Oct 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Shadowslands Haunted Attraction
1445 W Southern Ave Mesa AZ
In the Fiesta Mall
Sunday, October 5, 2008, 7 – 11pm

Battle of the Bands
Gamers Combat Zone will be hosting the Ultimate Rock Band 2 Battle of the Bands contest at the Shadowlands' Haunted Attraction at the Fiesta Mall in Mesa. This will be the first battle of the bands held using the video game Rock Band2.

This will be a four-member band with each band playing a three song set with the three songs being selected by the judges. Each band will be judged in 3 categories: performance (50%), audience appeal (10%), and Rock Band percentage points (40%). Our goal for this contest is for people to have fun and a good time while playing our one-of-a-kind Rock Band stage set-up.

There will be a $10 entry fee per person on your band ($40 total) with half of the entry fee going toward the cash prize award which the winning band will walk away with.

Registration to compete begins October 9th to the24th.

Shadowlands' gates will open up on October 2nd, so come down and rock with us on our custom Rock Band stage where you are band for the night. We will also have other video games setup for your enjoyment, such as Madden '09, Gears of War, Wii, etc.

See you on stage!

More info: www.azshadowlands.com…

Little Women the Musical

06 Oct 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Spotlight Youth Theatre
10620 N. 43rd Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85304
Sunday, October 5, 2008, 7 – 9pm

Broadway musical about the famuous story. Funny, inspiring, and emotional. Great and affordable for the whole family. $12.00 admission (senior, student, military and group discounts available). Box office 623-242-2611

More info: www.spotlightyouththeatre.org

Shadowlands Haunted Attraction

06 Oct 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Fiesta Mall Event Lot
Sunday, October 5, 2008, 7 – 10pm

An ancient society… Vengeful creatures of the night… A timeless mystery to solve… Featuring three fully themed experiences – The Revenant, The Wrath and The Chamber – each participant will be required to solve the mystery of an ancient evil society.

Nothing! can prepare you for what you're about to experience. . . Shadowlands Haunted Attraction is the most stunningly themed interactive haunted house to ever be produced in the Phoenix, Arizona area. The haunt consists of three extreme walk-through attractions that combine state-of-the-art Hollywood effects with ultra-realistic environments, placing YOU in incredibly terrifying situations. Situations in which you must make decisions, face your fears, and risk your own fate. But don't expect the usual. You'll have to think, solve, search, rescue, run, crawl, slide, hide, climb, and ultimately escape if you want to defeat ….THE REVENANT.

More info: www.azshadowlands.com

Twisted Big Top - Westgate City Center's Haunted House

06 Oct 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Westgate City Center
Loop 101 and Glendale Avenue
Sunday, October 5, 2008, 7 – 10pm

Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday - 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday, Saturday - 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Twisted Big Top includes three different haunted attractions, all centered around carnival-themed victims. It is a completely interactive experience put on by the producers of Alice Cooper’s Nightmare and The Nest. There is nothing traditional about this haunted house. Every sense will be attacked - sight, sound, touch, smell and the taste of fear. With scenes so horrifying, it will either cure your phobia of clowns or haunt you forever. You are dared to experience the nightmare that is the “Twisted Big Top”.

More info: www.frightened.com…

Scottsdale International Film Festival

06 Oct 2008 03:00:00 GMT

Harkins Camelview 5
7001 E. Highland Ave.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Sunday, October 5, 2008, 8pm

On-going event:

Friday, October 3 - Film: 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Saturday and Sunday, October 4 & 5 - 10:00 AM to midnight

Monday and Tuesday, October 6 & 7 - 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Thursday October 9 – 7:00 PM BONUS SCREENING/HAPPY-GO-LUCKY

More info: www.scottsdalefilmfestival.com

“Triumph Over Adversity.” Black pioneers of aviation and the Tuskegee Airmen

06 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

CAF Arizona Wing Aviation Museum, 2017 N. Greenfield Rd. in Mesa, AZ
Monday, October 6, 2008

The Tuskegee Airmen Exhibit Opens February 9, 2007
and honors the Tuskegee Airmen and Black Aviators.

On Saturday, February 9 at 11:00 a.m. the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Arizona Wing Aviation Museum will open a new exhibit titled “Triumph Over Adversity.” It is dedicated to the Black pioneers of aviation and to the officers and enlisted personnel of the Tuskegee Airmen who served during WWII. This is in recognition of the positive experience, the outstanding record of accomplishment and the superb behavior of all black airmen, especially those of the 91st Fighter Squadron, the 322nd Fighter Group and the 477th Bombardment Group (collectively known as the Tuskegee Airmen) who were important factors in the initiation of social change to achieve racial equality in America. The keynote speaker for the event will be Dr. Thurston Gaines, an original Tuskegee Airmen and a resident of Glendale, Arizona. Also present as special guests will be members of the Archer-Ragsdale Arizona Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. Food and refreshments will be available from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

The CAF Arizona Wing Aviation Museum is located at 2017 N. Greenfield Rd. in Mesa, AZ on the southwest corner of historic Falcon Field. Museum hours are from 10:00 a.m. until 4 p.m. every day. Admission price is $7.00 for ages 14-adult, $3.00 for ages 6 through 13. Children under 6 are admitted free of charge. Among the warbirds on display for the event will be a reduced scale P-51”Mustang” and the museum’s B-17 Flying Fortress “Sentimental Journey”, B-25 “Mitchell” Bomber, North American SNJ/T-6 “Texan”, Stearmans, and many more. Warbird rides and gift certificates are available for purchase. The museums gift shop offers unique aviation gifts for the entire family.

The CAF Arizona Wing Aviation Museum is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to preserving historic aircraft, artifacts and our history. All proceeds benefit our educational objectives and to keep our warbirds flying for the benefit of this and future generations. For more information please call 480-924-1940 or visit our website at www.arizonawingcaf.com

More info: www.arizonawingcaf.com

Cave Creek Community Forum-Governing Board Candidates Community Forum and Debate

07 Oct 2008 01:30:00 GMT

Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center
33606 North 60th Street
Cave Creek, 85327
Monday, October 6, 2008, 6:30 – 8pm

Open Forum with Q & A from audience to candidates; sponsored by CCSOS and other community organizations

More info: www.ccsupportourstudents.com

Twisted Big Top - Westgate City Center's Haunted House

07 Oct 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Westgate City Center
Loop 101 and Glendale Avenue
Monday, October 6, 2008, 7 – 10pm

Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday - 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday, Saturday - 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Twisted Big Top includes three different haunted attractions, all centered around carnival-themed victims. It is a completely interactive experience put on by the producers of Alice Cooper’s Nightmare and The Nest. There is nothing traditional about this haunted house. Every sense will be attacked - sight, sound, touch, smell and the taste of fear. With scenes so horrifying, it will either cure your phobia of clowns or haunt you forever. You are dared to experience the nightmare that is the “Twisted Big Top”.

More info: www.frightened.com…

Beginner Square Dance Class

07 Oct 2008 02:15:00 GMT

First Presbyterian Church
161 N. Mesa Drive
Mesa, 85201
Monday, October 6, 2008, 7:15 – 8:30pm

Square dance lessons. The first lesson is free. Couples are encouraged to attend, but everyone is invited aged 12 and over.

More info: www.azsquaredance.com…

Scottsdale International Film Festival

07 Oct 2008 03:00:00 GMT

Harkins Camelview 5
7001 E. Highland Ave.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Monday, October 6, 2008, 8pm

On-going event:

Friday, October 3 - Film: 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Saturday and Sunday, October 4 & 5 - 10:00 AM to midnight

Monday and Tuesday, October 6 & 7 - 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Thursday October 9 – 7:00 PM BONUS SCREENING/HAPPY-GO-LUCKY

More info: www.scottsdalefilmfestival.com

“Triumph Over Adversity.” Black pioneers of aviation and the Tuskegee Airmen

07 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

CAF Arizona Wing Aviation Museum, 2017 N. Greenfield Rd. in Mesa, AZ
Tuesday, October 7, 2008

The Tuskegee Airmen Exhibit Opens February 9, 2007
and honors the Tuskegee Airmen and Black Aviators.

On Saturday, February 9 at 11:00 a.m. the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Arizona Wing Aviation Museum will open a new exhibit titled “Triumph Over Adversity.” It is dedicated to the Black pioneers of aviation and to the officers and enlisted personnel of the Tuskegee Airmen who served during WWII. This is in recognition of the positive experience, the outstanding record of accomplishment and the superb behavior of all black airmen, especially those of the 91st Fighter Squadron, the 322nd Fighter Group and the 477th Bombardment Group (collectively known as the Tuskegee Airmen) who were important factors in the initiation of social change to achieve racial equality in America. The keynote speaker for the event will be Dr. Thurston Gaines, an original Tuskegee Airmen and a resident of Glendale, Arizona. Also present as special guests will be members of the Archer-Ragsdale Arizona Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. Food and refreshments will be available from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

The CAF Arizona Wing Aviation Museum is located at 2017 N. Greenfield Rd. in Mesa, AZ on the southwest corner of historic Falcon Field. Museum hours are from 10:00 a.m. until 4 p.m. every day. Admission price is $7.00 for ages 14-adult, $3.00 for ages 6 through 13. Children under 6 are admitted free of charge. Among the warbirds on display for the event will be a reduced scale P-51”Mustang” and the museum’s B-17 Flying Fortress “Sentimental Journey”, B-25 “Mitchell” Bomber, North American SNJ/T-6 “Texan”, Stearmans, and many more. Warbird rides and gift certificates are available for purchase. The museums gift shop offers unique aviation gifts for the entire family.

The CAF Arizona Wing Aviation Museum is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to preserving historic aircraft, artifacts and our history. All proceeds benefit our educational objectives and to keep our warbirds flying for the benefit of this and future generations. For more information please call 480-924-1940 or visit our website at www.arizonawingcaf.com

More info: www.arizonawingcaf.com

Mastering the Rockefeller Habits Executive Workshop

07 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Desert Willow Conference Center
4340 E. Cotton Center Blvd.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
Tuesday, October 7 – Wednesday, October 8, 2008

For the first time, the Mastering the Rockefeller Habits executive workshop will be in Phoenix to help local executives learn the skills necessary to endure the current financial recession. Mastering the Rockefeller Habits spotlights the best information on business growth, gleaned from the most respected minds in the field. Executives will learn how to increase the value of their business and build real market value by strengthening company culture, maximizing employee assets, and creating customer loyalty.
For more information, please visit www.recharge.org or email Sandy Kolberg at SKolberg@recharge.org.

More info: www.recharge.org

Banner Health Community Wellness Clinic

07 Oct 2008 16:00:00 GMT

East Mesa Senior Center (Room H)
7750 E. Adobe Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85201
Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 9 – 11am

More info: www.bannerhealth.com

Free Baby Signs® Play Class

07 Oct 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Avondale Community Center
1007 S. 3rd St.
Avondale, AZ 85323
Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 10 – 10:45am

This free class is a wonderful opportunity to meet new friends, learn more about the benefits and research of the Baby Signs® Program, and to have fun with your infant in a learning environment.

More info: www.babysignsprogram.com…

Oct. Pederson

07 Oct 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Busters bar/grill
8320 N. Hayden Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 11am – 12:30pm

Dr. Kent Pederson, B.A.,D.C. of Scottsdale will make a special presentation to the eWomen Network October 7 from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm at Buster’s on the Lake, 8320 N. Hayden Road.

Dr. Pederson will discuss the leading cause of death and injury in the U.S. and what you need to do now to live a longer and healthier life.
He said, “Heart disease, osteoporosis and breast cancer are leading causes of death among women and there are things they should do to increase their ability to stay free of all these diseases by about 40 percent.”

Dr. Pederson has been teaching people how to stay more active, healthier and free of pain for 22 years. He has a B.A. degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara and a D.C. from Palmer College of Chiropractic. He has been a professional athlete, trainer and enjoys treating people of all ages.

The cost for the presentation, which includes lunch, is $30 and reservations must be made in advance by calling 480-429-6997.
eWomen Network presents events for businesswomen to connect and market their businesses to each other. eWomen Network is one of the largest women’s business networks in North America. Over 500,000 female business owners and corporate professionals are connected to eWomen Network in North America.

More info: www.ewomennetwork.com

Banner Health Community Wellness Clinic

07 Oct 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Discovery Point Retirement Apartments
6210 E. Arbor Ave.
Mesa, AZ 85206
Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 1 – 3pm

More info: www.bannerhealth.com

Medical Spa and Wellness Center Open House

07 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMT

5410 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. E-400
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 3 – 7pm

Dr. Stephen P. Beals – one of the Valley’s top plastic surgeons – is hosting a fall open house at his premier Medical Spa and Wellness Center. The event is open to the public and will offer attendees special discounts on rejuvenating treatments. Guests will also enjoy refreshments and demonstrations of elite health and beauty services including laser hair reduction and microdermabrasion. Other vendors that will be attending include ColoreScience, Obagi, NIA 24, TeamCore, Allergan, Cutera and Alvadora Spa at the Royal Palms Resort and Spa.

More info: www.bealsmd.com

IZW WRESTLING

08 Oct 2008 02:00:00 GMT

THE SETS in Tempe
93 East Southern
Tempe AZ 85282
Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 7 – 10pm

Come out this Tuesday for all your favorite IZW
wrestlers, including A. J. Summers, Tony Trouser, and
Miracle Mike James. It all happens this Tuesday night at
The Sets (next to LA Fitness Mill/Southern) in Tempe,
AZ at 7:30pm. Tickets are only $7 at the door and all
ages are welcome. Food and beverages are available as
are televisions, pool, ping pong, darts and more!

This and so much more will provide great entertainment
for you and your entire family! Come to The Sets every other
Tuesday night to catch the Superstars not only of
today, but also tomorrow! Be sure to arrive early,
because seating is limited!

ABOUT IZW
Impact Zone Wrestling, Arizona's one and only valley based promotion delivering live pro-wrestling action to Arizona on a bi-weekly basis! With 6 IZW superstars signed to WWE already, as voted in The New Times, IZW is the best place to catch a rising WWE superstar...who will be next?

In addition to the 6 signed, such superstars as John Cena, Luther Reigns, and MTV's Mike The Miz Mizanin have all competed in the IZW ring! You never know who will appear at the bi-weekly events. Such superstars to appear in the past are A-Train, The Honky Tonk Man, Jimmy Superfly Snuka, and Johnny The Bull Stamboli.

The official IZW web site is www.impactzonewrestling.com and the events are held every other Tuesday night at THE SETS located in Tempe, AZ on Mill/Southern next to LA Fitness. Events start at 7:30 pm and all ages are welcome. If you like pro-wrestling or if you just like to have a good time on a Tuesday night, check us out!

More info: www.impactzonewrestling.com

Starlight Concert Series

08 Oct 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Tumbleweed Park
2250 E. McQueen Road
Chandler, AZ
Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 7 – 8:30pm

Free event for the entire family. Bands change each week. Visit the website for the full line up.

More info: www.chandleraz.gov…

Twisted Big Top - Westgate City Center's Haunted House

08 Oct 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Westgate City Center
Loop 101 and Glendale Avenue
Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 7 – 10pm

Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday - 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday, Saturday - 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Twisted Big Top includes three different haunted attractions, all centered around carnival-themed victims. It is a completely interactive experience put on by the producers of Alice Cooper’s Nightmare and The Nest. There is nothing traditional about this haunted house. Every sense will be attacked - sight, sound, touch, smell and the taste of fear. With scenes so horrifying, it will either cure your phobia of clowns or haunt you forever. You are dared to experience the nightmare that is the “Twisted Big Top”.

More info: www.frightened.com…

Scottsdale International Film Festival

08 Oct 2008 03:00:00 GMT

Harkins Camelview 5
7001 E. Highland Ave.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 8pm

On-going event:

Friday, October 3 - Film: 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Saturday and Sunday, October 4 & 5 - 10:00 AM to midnight

Monday and Tuesday, October 6 & 7 - 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Thursday October 9 – 7:00 PM BONUS SCREENING/HAPPY-GO-LUCKY

More info: www.scottsdalefilmfestival.com

A Case of the Tuesdays

08 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Fat Tuesday, 680 S. Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ
Tuesday, October 7, 9pm – Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 2am

Breakbeat dance music every Tuesday night at Fat Tuesday on Mill Ave, Tempe with local and guest DJs.

* No Cover!
* $2 drinks all night.
* 2 Smoking patios
* 21+ over only
* Resident DJs Chromatest and Kodama
* Monthly Residents DJ Louder and Excell

A Case of the Tuesdays
Dropping every Tuesday at Fat Tuesday, Tempe
Nothing but Breaks all night.

More info: www.beatslingers.com

Evidence-Based Child & Teen Mental Health: The First National Institute for Primary Care Providers

08 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, Scottsdale, AZ
Wednesday, October 8 – Friday, October 10, 2008

Who Should Attend: Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Specialists, Staff & Office Nurses, Social Workers, Counselors, Psychologists, Educators & Administrators, School Nurses & Psychiatrists, Physicians.

More info: nursing.asu.edu…

“Triumph Over Adversity.” Black pioneers of aviation and the Tuskegee Airmen

08 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

CAF Arizona Wing Aviation Museum, 2017 N. Greenfield Rd. in Mesa, AZ
Wednesday, October 8, 2008

The Tuskegee Airmen Exhibit Opens February 9, 2007
and honors the Tuskegee Airmen and Black Aviators.

On Saturday, February 9 at 11:00 a.m. the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Arizona Wing Aviation Museum will open a new exhibit titled “Triumph Over Adversity.” It is dedicated to the Black pioneers of aviation and to the officers and enlisted personnel of the Tuskegee Airmen who served during WWII. This is in recognition of the positive experience, the outstanding record of accomplishment and the superb behavior of all black airmen, especially those of the 91st Fighter Squadron, the 322nd Fighter Group and the 477th Bombardment Group (collectively known as the Tuskegee Airmen) who were important factors in the initiation of social change to achieve racial equality in America. The keynote speaker for the event will be Dr. Thurston Gaines, an original Tuskegee Airmen and a resident of Glendale, Arizona. Also present as special guests will be members of the Archer-Ragsdale Arizona Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. Food and refreshments will be available from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

The CAF Arizona Wing Aviation Museum is located at 2017 N. Greenfield Rd. in Mesa, AZ on the southwest corner of historic Falcon Field. Museum hours are from 10:00 a.m. until 4 p.m. every day. Admission price is $7.00 for ages 14-adult, $3.00 for ages 6 through 13. Children under 6 are admitted free of charge. Among the warbirds on display for the event will be a reduced scale P-51”Mustang” and the museum’s B-17 Flying Fortress “Sentimental Journey”, B-25 “Mitchell” Bomber, North American SNJ/T-6 “Texan”, Stearmans, and many more. Warbird rides and gift certificates are available for purchase. The museums gift shop offers unique aviation gifts for the entire family.

The CAF Arizona Wing Aviation Museum is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to preserving historic aircraft, artifacts and our history. All proceeds benefit our educational objectives and to keep our warbirds flying for the benefit of this and future generations. For more information please call 480-924-1940 or visit our website at www.arizonawingcaf.com

More info: www.arizonawingcaf.com

Banner Health Community Wellness Clinic

08 Oct 2008 15:30:00 GMT

Superstition Springs Mall (Middle Court)
6555 E. Southern Ave.
Mesa, AZ 85206
Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 8:30am – 2pm

More info: www.bannerhealth.com

Tax Seminar

08 Oct 2008 16:30:00 GMT

Western International University Chaparral Campus, 8860 Chaparral Rd., #220 in Scottsdale,
Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 9:30am – 1pm

Part 1 – Everything you need to know about taxes to start a business and how to structure your life to incorporate this new entity on October 8.
Part 2 – Transactional Privilege Tax and Sales Tax on October 15.
Conducted by Patrick Derdenger, Esquire of Steptoe & Johnson and Sharon Ravenscroft Esquire of The Cavanaugh Law Firm.

The seminar costs $60 per person per session including lunch. Register online for $55 per session or $105 for both sessions. To enroll call 602-745-7250 or visit www.scorephoenix.org

More info: www.scorephoenix.org

FREE KIDS PLAY WEDNESDAYS OFFERED AT OUTLETS AT ANTHEM

08 Oct 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Outlets at Anthem, Suite 345
Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 10am

Kids Play, a free and interactive program for children and their parents is held at 10 a.m. Wednesdays at Outlets at Anthem.

Activities include singing and dancing with a Mother Goose costumed character and a special snack is provided. The program is geared for younger children and requires parental participation.

Upon joining Kids Play, parents are automatically enrolled in the Kids Play Perks program in which participants are rewarded for shopping at Outlets at Anthem.

Outlets at Anthem is located just minutes north of the Loop 101 off Interstate 17 at the Anthem Way exit 229.

For program information, call (623) 465-9500 or visit www.outletsanthem.com.

More info: www.outletsanthem.com

Fitness & Fun at BounceU in Scottsdale

08 Oct 2008 22:30:00 GMT

BounceU in Scottsdale
8970 E Bahia Dr #104
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 3:30 – 4:30pm

More info: www.bounceu.com

RAVEN'S MID-WEEK MIXER

09 Oct 2008 01:00:00 GMT

Sutra Sushi @ Barcelona
15440 Greenway-Hayden Loop, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 6 – 11pm

This is THE best place to network and socialize! Bring your business cards and get ready to connect with some of the Valley’s most enterprising, successful people while enjoying the exotic ambiance of this beautiful new restaurant & lounge. Special guests of interest are also featured. This popular event takes place every 2nd Wednesday of each month and brings in 300+ professionals and business owners. Complimentary appetizers, ½ off cocktail specials all night & free raffle drawings top off the event. Everyone welcome, no cover charge!

THE AMENITIES
½ off Cocktail Specials, all night!

Delicious Complimentary Appetizers, 6 - 8 PM

DJ Wyatt spinning the tunes you love!

Enter the FREE Raffle to Win:
-Bottle of Dom Perignon
-Bottle of Pensfold Wine
-$50 Gift Certificate to Barcelona or Sutra Restaurants

More info: www.ravenevents.com

Central Az Blue Star Meeting

09 Oct 2008 01:00:00 GMT

American Red Cross
Grand Canyon Headquarters
6135 N. Black Canyon Highway
Phoenix, Az 85015
Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 6 – 9pm

We are a chapter of The National Blue Star Mothers Org. a non-political, non-profit support group for mothers with children in the military. All military moms welcome! cazbluestarmoms.com

Chess Education Classes

09 Oct 2008 01:30:00 GMT

Page Park Center
132 W Bruce Avenue
Gilbert, AZ
Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 6:30 – 8pm

Arizona Chess Central offers chess instruction for kids of all ages. Classes are held throughout the year offering your child the highest quality instruction available. Classes are open to all scholastic students from Kindergarten through 12th grade. You are not required to have a USCF membership to attend these classes.

More info: www.azchesscentral.org

Ballroom Dance Lessons

09 Oct 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Shall We Dance Phoenix
3163 S McClintock
Tempe, Az. 85282
Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 7 – 8pm

Ballroom Dance Classes – Every Wednesday evening, 7PM, at Shall We Dance Phoenix. 3163 S McClintock, Tempe, Az. 85282. Cost is $7 per person, no partner necessary! Ask about our Beginner Special, $35 for 2 one hour private lessons, 1 half hour private lesson and 1 group class. Learn to dance today!!! Call 480-491-2393 for more information. www.shallwedancephoenix.com

More info: www.shallwedancephoenix.com

Internet Marketing Workshop

09 Oct 2008 02:00:00 GMT

the Mesa Community College Downtown Center, 145 Centennial Way in Mesa.
Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 7 – 9pm

SCORE, “Counselors to America’s Small Business”, will hold a seminar October 8, detailing how entrepreneurs can most effectively utilize their web sites in growing their businesses.

Scheduled from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Mesa Community College Downtown Center, 145 Centennial Way in Mesa.

The seminar costs $25 per person. To enroll call 602-745-7250 or visit www.evaz.scorechapter.org.

More info: www.scorephoenix.org

Twisted Big Top - Westgate City Center's Haunted House

09 Oct 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Westgate City Center
Loop 101 and Glendale Avenue
Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 7 – 10pm

Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday - 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday, Saturday - 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Twisted Big Top includes three different haunted attractions, all centered around carnival-themed victims. It is a completely interactive experience put on by the producers of Alice Cooper’s Nightmare and The Nest. There is nothing traditional about this haunted house. Every sense will be attacked - sight, sound, touch, smell and the taste of fear. With scenes so horrifying, it will either cure your phobia of clowns or haunt you forever. You are dared to experience the nightmare that is the “Twisted Big Top”.

More info: www.frightened.com…

Comedy On Tap

09 Oct 2008 03:00:00 GMT

The Hidden House
607 W Osborn Rd.
Phoenix, AZ
Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 8 – 10pm

Free Standup Every Wednesday Night!
Ages 21+
No Cover. No drink minimum.
Enjoy the best $6 steak dinner in the universe and laugh with the Valley's funniest local comics.

Check us out at www.myspace.com/hiddenhousecomedy

COMICS IN THE CROSS HAIRS COMEDY OPEN MIC NIGHT

09 Oct 2008 03:00:00 GMT

The SETS in Tempe
93 East Southern
Tempe AZ 85282
Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 8 – 10pm

Comics in the Crosshairs Comedy Open Mic Every Wednesday 8pm
HECKLERS WELCOME!

with special guests
Presented by Trash City
Live at The SETS in Tempe
93 East Southern, (SE Corner Southern & Mill)
Every Wednesday 8pm
21 and over only

FREE ADMISSION

Call or email Chris at Trash City to register to perform at this event: 602-953-2728 or email: trashcityfilm@aol.com

Local comedy legends James Hoenscheidt and Tony Stirpe will host a rotating line-up of local comics and the occasional special guest. Come out and watch new comics, seasoned comics, terrible comics try out their best and worst material. We DARE the audience to come out and shoot these comedians down. It's loud, it's distracting there are hecklers. Only the toughest comedians will make it out of this Open Mic Night alive!

If you think you have what it takes, get on stage: Pre-registration is required to perform. Sign up at Trash City at 602-953-2728. Or email at trashcityfilm@aol.com

Contacts: Trash City Entertainment-Chris McLennan
602-953-2728
www.trashcityentertainment.com
email: trashcityfilm@aol.com

More info: www.trashcityentertainment.com

Devious Gong

09 Oct 2008 03:00:00 GMT

ShopDevious.com Beauty Lounge & Boutique 1229 NW Grand Avenue Phoenix, Az 85007
Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 8 – 10:30pm

"Devious Gong" comedy show at ShopDevious.com Beauty Lounge & Boutique every 2nd wednesday. The next show will take place on October 8th, doors open at 7:30pm and the show starts at 8:15pm.

The format is based loosely on the 70’s game show, The Gong Show. Acts get up on stage and have 10 minutes to impress the judges and make them laugh. If they make the 10 then they’ve beat the gong and have a chance of winning. It they don't conquor the gong, the act is over. The top 2 scoring comedians will have a joke off, each getting 2 minutes to make the audience laugh. Hosted by Jim Holland & DJ'd by Dirty Red. 21 and over. Cost: joke at the door (no knock knock jokes) 1229 NW Grand Avenue; downtown Phoenix, AZ 85007.

More info: shopdevious.com…

Scottsdale International Film Festival

09 Oct 2008 03:00:00 GMT

Harkins Camelview 5
7001 E. Highland Ave.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 8pm

On-going event:

Friday, October 3 - Film: 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Saturday and Sunday, October 4 & 5 - 10:00 AM to midnight

Monday and Tuesday, October 6 & 7 - 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Thursday October 9 – 7:00 PM BONUS SCREENING/HAPPY-GO-LUCKY

More info: www.scottsdalefilmfestival.com

“Triumph Over Adversity.” Black pioneers of aviation and the Tuskegee Airmen

09 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

CAF Arizona Wing Aviation Museum, 2017 N. Greenfield Rd. in Mesa, AZ
Thursday, October 9, 2008

The Tuskegee Airmen Exhibit Opens February 9, 2007
and honors the Tuskegee Airmen and Black Aviators.

On Saturday, February 9 at 11:00 a.m. the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Arizona Wing Aviation Museum will open a new exhibit titled “Triumph Over Adversity.” It is dedicated to the Black pioneers of aviation and to the officers and enlisted personnel of the Tuskegee Airmen who served during WWII. This is in recognition of the positive experience, the outstanding record of accomplishment and the superb behavior of all black airmen, especially those of the 91st Fighter Squadron, the 322nd Fighter Group and the 477th Bombardment Group (collectively known as the Tuskegee Airmen) who were important factors in the initiation of social change to achieve racial equality in America. The keynote speaker for the event will be Dr. Thurston Gaines, an original Tuskegee Airmen and a resident of Glendale, Arizona. Also present as special guests will be members of the Archer-Ragsdale Arizona Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. Food and refreshments will be available from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

The CAF Arizona Wing Aviation Museum is located at 2017 N. Greenfield Rd. in Mesa, AZ on the southwest corner of historic Falcon Field. Museum hours are from 10:00 a.m. until 4 p.m. every day. Admission price is $7.00 for ages 14-adult, $3.00 for ages 6 through 13. Children under 6 are admitted free of charge. Among the warbirds on display for the event will be a reduced scale P-51”Mustang” and the museum’s B-17 Flying Fortress “Sentimental Journey”, B-25 “Mitchell” Bomber, North American SNJ/T-6 “Texan”, Stearmans, and many more. Warbird rides and gift certificates are available for purchase. The museums gift shop offers unique aviation gifts for the entire family.

The CAF Arizona Wing Aviation Museum is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to preserving historic aircraft, artifacts and our history. All proceeds benefit our educational objectives and to keep our warbirds flying for the benefit of this and future generations. For more information please call 480-924-1940 or visit our website at www.arizonawingcaf.com

More info: www.arizonawingcaf.com

Chandler Unitown Camp in Prescott

09 Oct 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Chandler youth trip to Prescott, Ariz.
Thursday, October 9, 8am – Monday, October 13, 2008, 5pm

Chandler Unitown is a diversity and leadership development camp for high school students. It is a great opportunity for young people from all over the city to come together and deal with issues such as racism, violence in the community, cliques and many issues that affect teens on a daily basis. If you are 14-18 and would like to spend five days in Prescott trying new experiences during your school's intersession break, then sign up for Chandler Unitown Camp! For further information, call 480-782-2712.

More info: www.chandleraz.gov…

Banner Health Community Wellness Clinic

09 Oct 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Carriage Manor
7550 E. Broadway Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85208
Thursday, October 9, 2008, 9 – 11am

More info: www.bannerhealth.com