Out & About Calendar
Top things to do this weekWhat to see and do in the Valley
Event of the week
Nov. 7-9, 2014
CHILE & CHOCOLATE
FESTIVAL
Desert Botanical Garden
Spicy food and hot latin beats at the Garden
Enjoy the sweet life while spending an afternoon sampling your way through the outdoor beauty of the Desert Botanical Garden. Delight your taste buds with gourmet chocolates, zesty salsas and other unique Southwestern treats. All products are available for purchase and come from local vendors. More entertainment will be provided by DJ Miguel Ivery and fiery dance performances throughout the weekend.
Desert Botanical Garden
75 N. Second St., Phoenix
Nov 7 – 9, 2014
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THE SOUND OF SPEED
The Phoenix Symphony
at Symphony Hall and Third St., Phoenix
Nov. 6, 2014
FLY DAY EVENT FOR SPECIAL NEEDS KIDS
Scottsdale Municipal Airport
Nov. 8, 2014
Sky Kids, Southwest Jet Center and Pinnacle Aviation will host Sky Kids Fly Day.” Expert pilots and aviation support teams come together to offer special needs kids the opportunity to experience the joy of flight
SOLID STATE: SHONA SCULPTURES
Bonner David Galleries
7040 E. Main St., Scottsdale
Oct. 23 – Nov. 11, 2014
END TO END
Bonner David Galleries
7040 E. Main St., Scottsdale
Nov. 6 – Dec. 2, 2014
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.
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 NUTCRACKER FESTIVAL
Ballet Arizona
2835 E. Washington St., Phoenix
Nov. 16, 2014
Enjoy a family-friendly day full of unforgettable holiday festivities with Ballet Arizona. Proceeds from this event support the programs and students of The School of Ballet Arizona.
Valley Youth Theatre
525 N. First St., Phoenix
Dec. 5 – 23, 2014
A Phoenix holiday tradition which has been delighting Valley families since 1995!
Musical Instrument Museum
4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix
Dec. 6 – 7, 2014
Experience Norwegian music and culture at MIM in honor of the country’s bicentennial. Enjoy musical performances, traditional dances, a Norwegian-inspired menu in the café, hands-on crafts, and much more.
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
