Out & About Calendar
Top things to do this weekWhat to see and do in the Valley
Event of the week
Nov. 1-2, 2014
DIA DE LOS MUERTOS
Desert Botanical Garden
The Garden celebrates its 12th annual Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, with a variety of activities.
Enjoy this colorful tradition, celebrated throughout the American Southwest, Latin America and Mexico, that honors departed loved ones in a festival setting.
Take part in entertainment that will bring the history of the holiday to life through song, dance and storytelling. Visit the Ofrenda exhibition constructed by local artists, try delicious food and pastries, and browse through beautiful art and jewelry for purchase in the Garden’s Mercado, all while enjoying the incredible atmosphere of the Garden.
Desert Botanical Garden
75 N. Second St., Phoenix
Nov 1-2, 2014 l 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Musical Instrument Museum
4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix
Nov. 1-2, 2014
MIM's second annual celebration of East Indian music and culture. Discover the diversity of Indian music and how styles vary between the northern and southern regions of the country.
SWAN LAKE
Ballet Arizona
with The Phoenix Symphony at Symphony Hall
Oct. 30 – Nov. 2, 2014
A story of romance, sorcery and betrayal, and centered on one of life’s most recognizable themes: the struggle between good and evil. Ib Andersen infuses Ballet Arizona’s production with a new passion that embodies all the beauty, strength, and grace of classical ballet.
SOLID STATE: SHONA SCULPTURES
Bonner David Galleries
7040 E. Main St., Scottsdale
Oct. 23 – Nov. 11, 2014
SCOTTSDALE ARTWALK
Scottsdale Arts District
Every Thursday
The historic Scottsdale ArtWalk happens every Thursday night. Galleries get active with a night full of art openings, live music, food samplings and more. Hosted by the Scottsdale Gallery Association in partnership with the City of Scottsdale.
THE MIRACULOUS JOURNEY OF EDWARD TULANE
Childsplay
at Tempe Center for the Arts
Oct. 19 – Nov. 16, 2014
After winning seven ariZoni awards, including Best Overall Production and Best Original Script, Childsplay is bringing back its production of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane.
Coming up…
THE SOUND OF SPEED
The Phoenix Symphony
at Symphony Hall and Third St., Phoenix
Nov. 6, 2014
A WINNIE-THE-POOH CHRISTMAS TAIL
Valley Youth Theatre
525 N. First St., Phoenix
Dec. 5 – 23, 2014
A Phoenix holiday tradition which has been delighting Valley families since 1995!
Not-to-miss exhibitionsA selection of the best ongoing exhibitions in the Valley
THAT'S THE WAY I LIKE IT!
Heard Museum
2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix’¨
April 26, 2014 – Feb. 8, 2015
With the help of its visitors, the Heard has selected a group of artworks to create a wonderful collection of its most recent contemporary acquisitions. The donated items were given to the museum by varied collectors who recognized each artist’s ability to transform and create a work of art, and your votes have helped to curate and create the final exhibit. More info
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC: EARTH EXPLORERS
Arizona Science Center
600 E. Washington St., Phoenix’¨
Sept. 21, 2014 – Jan. 4, 2015
Earth Explorers revolves around some of Earth’s most spectacular eco-zones–the polar regions, oceans, rain forests, mountains and caves, and the African savanna–bringing the unparalleled adventures of National Geographic to life. Earth Explorers allows guests of all ages to experience awe-inspiring parts of the world. More info
PAULO BRUSCKY: ART IS OUR LAST HOPE
Phoenix Art Museum
1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
Sept. 6 – Dec. 28, 2014
First U.S. Exhibition Covering Brazilian Paulo Bruscky’s Career Comes to Phoenix Art Museum. Includes artworks ranging from mail art to video. More info
FISH OUT OF WATER
Desert Botanical Garden
75 N. Second St., Phoenix
Sept. 26, 2014 – Jan. 4, 2015
Artist Joe McAuliffe and the Desert Botanical Garden celebrate the water that sustains present-day societies in Arizona. With gyotaku impressions of fish from local canals, rivers, lakes and ponds, Dr. McAuliffe uses this ancient Japanese technique to tell stories that reflect his interest in natural history and conservation, and the relationships of fish and human culture. More info
COVERT OPERATIONS: INVESTIGATING THE UNKNOWNS
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
7374 E. Second St., Scottsdale
Sept. 28, 2014 – Jan. 11, 2015
ASU Art Museum
51 E. 10th St., Tempe
Sept. 27, 2014 – Jan. 3, 2015
FASHIONED IN AMERICA
Phoenix Art Museum
1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
Oct. 11, 2014 – March 15, 2015
Phoenix Art Museum
1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
Oct. 18, 2014 – Feb. 1, 2015
