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November, 2009
EVENTS CALENDAR


Events in and Around Downtown
Wednesday through Sunday
HANDS-ON HERITAGE HOUSE--  Come join fun historical hands-on activities and exhibits inside the California bungalow style Stevens-Haustgen House. Look through a stereoscope, try your hand at old fashioned games, investigate the tools of kitchen and laundry duties over 100 years ago and more. This participatory exhibit space is also the headquarters of our scheduled school tours and Heritage Saturday activities. The Hands-On Heritage House, (602)534-9382, is open Wednesday - Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sunday Noon – 4 p.m. Closed Easter Sunday. For information on school tours & programs please call (602) 261-8063.

First Saturday Monthly
HERITAGE SATURDAYS--  Make and take vintage crafts.  Bring the whole family to the Carriage House at Historic Heritage Square, 7th St. and Monroe (1 block. South of Van Buren in downtown Phoenix). Join in FREE family fun and learn while making a piece of history. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. For more information call Barbara Gronemann of Southwest Learning Sources (480) 991-0341.  Privately held event.

Friday, November 13
GATEWAY TO GREEN PHOENIX: A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION--  Show off your green pride by attending this FREE neighborhood fair at Civic Space Park's Historic A.E. England Building, 424 N. Central Ave. 4-6 p.m.  Learn how you can make your home and neighborhood more sustainable; featuring displays by city departments.  Appearances by the Mayor, City Council members and entertainment. Go green: take the light rail, car pool, bike or walk to the event (parking is limited). phoenix.gov/greenphx After the celebration, hop the light rail to the FREE Green Streets Festival: 6 to 10 p.m. at Roosevelt Row (Roosevelt Street between Fourth and Seventh streets). Featuring vendors and demonstrations, local arts and crafts, locally grown food prepared by local chefs, beer garden featuring seasonal local brews. For more information, visit rooseveltrow.org. Presented by Roosevelt Row in partnership with the Arizona Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council, ASU Downtown, city of Phoenix, Downtown Phoenix Partnership, HandsOn Greater Phoenix, Local Arizona First, and Phoenix Community Alliance.

Friday, November 20
THIRD FRIDAY CONCERT SERIES AT CIVIC SPACE PARK--  at 424 N. Central, on the third Friday of every month from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. FREE. Bring your own blanket  Take the Lightrail to Central and Van Buren.

Valleywide Events

Mondays, Wednesday, and Fridays
WACEE PRE-TEEN AND TEEN PROGRAM--  10-15 year olds can hang out, play foosball, billiards, basketball, softball, Play Station, and computer games, field trips, "walk-n-shops." Monday and Friday 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays 4:30-6:30 p.m. Free (fee may apply to field trips.)  First time registration required at Washington Adult Center, 2240 W. Citrus Way (South of Glendale Ave, between 23rd & 21st Ave.).  Call (602) 262-6971.

Mondays
BINGO--  Weekly bingo games with cash prizes. Adults. 1-3 p.m.  Fee.  Washington Adult Center, 2240 W. Citrus Way, (602) 262-6971.

Mondays
DUPLICATE BRIDGE – 12:30-4 p.m., Fee.  Washington Adult Center, 2240 W. Citrus Way, (602) 262-6971.

Ongoing Weekly                                                              
BALLET CLASSES-- Including Pre-Ballet (ages 5-9): Saturdays 2-4 p.m.  Beginning Ballet (ages 7-12):  Tuesdays 4-6 p.m.  Adult Beginning Ballet (ages 12 & up): Tuesdays 6-7:30 p.m.  Ballet I (9 yrs & Up):  every Wednesdays 4-6 p.m.  Ballet II (9 yrs & Up):  Thursdays 4-5 p.m.  Beginning Pointe (teacher's consent): Thursdays 5-6 p.m.  Eastlake Park Dance Studio, 1549 E. Jefferson St.  Call (602) 262-6759/TDD (602) 262-6713. 

Tuesdays and Thursdays
AEROBICS PM--  Low impact, cardiovascular, firm and tone for adult women and men to shape up and gain strength. You will need comfortable clothes and aerobic shoes.  Trained instructor.  6-7 p.m.  Washington Adult Center, 2240 W. Citrus Way, (602) 262-6971.

Tuesdays and Thursdays
PARTNERS ADAPTIVE RECREATION GROUP –  Adults with mental and physical disabilities.  Special Olympics training, field trips and adaptive recreation activities.  6-8 p.m.  Washington Adult Center, 2240 W. Citrus Way, (602) 262-7658.

Every Wednesday
WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST CAFÉ--  Enjoy coffee, juice and donuts (25 cents each) as you visit.  9-10 a.m. Entertainment at 10 a.m. Paradise Valley Community Center, 17402 N. 40th St. (602) 495-3777.

Every Wednesday
SCRABBLE--  Weekly Scrabble game for adults.  No fee on first visit.  4:30-8:30 p.m.  Washington Adult Center, 2240 W. Citrus Way, (602) 262-6971.

Wednesday through Sunday
HANDS-ON HERITAGE HOUSE--  The new free companion museum of the 1895 Rosson House is now open. Come join fun historical hands-on activities and exhibits inside the California bungalow style Stevens-Haustgen House. Look through a stereoscope, try your hand at old fashioned games, investigate the tools of kitchen and laundry duties over 100 years ago and more. This participatory exhibit space is also the headquarters of our scheduled school tours and Heritage Saturday activities. The Hands-On Heritage House, (602)534-9382, is open Wednesday - Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sunday Noon – 4 p.m. Closed Easter Sunday. For information on school tours & programs please call (602) 261-8063.

Thursdays
MUSIC HOUR SING-A-LONG-- Weekly adult sing-a-long group.  11 a.m. - 12 p.m. No fee.  Washington Adult Center, 2240 W. Citrus Way, (602) 262-6971.

PARTY BRIDGE-- Adults.  1- 3:30 p.m.  Fee.  Devonshire Community Center, 2802 E. Devonshire Ave.  Call for information at (602) 256-3130.

Fridays
BALLROOM DANCE--  Adult Fee.  7-9:55 p.m.  Washington Activ. Center, 2240 W. Citrus Way, (602) 262-6971.

Friday, November 6
PRECIOUS METALS, PRECIOUS OBJECTS METALS--  Gallery Exhibit at Phoenix Center for the Arts. Receptions are free and open to the public from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Fridays and feature live artist demonstrations, entertainment, refreshments, and meet the artist opportunities. Hours: Monday – Thursday 5– 8:30 p.m. Saturday 9 – 12 p.m. Call 602-534-2285 for more information www.phoenix.gov/PARKS/phxctr.html

First Saturday Monthly
HERITAGE SATURDAYS--  Make and take vintage crafts.  Bring the whole family to the Carriage House at Historic Heritage Square, 7th St. and Monroe (1 block. South of Van Buren in downtown Phoenix). Join in FREE family fun and learn while making a piece of history. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. For more information call Barbara Gronemann of Southwest Learning Sources (480) 991-0341.  Privately held event.

First Saturday Monthly
LINE DANCING -- All ages. Fee. 7-10 p.m. Washington Adult Center, 2240 W. Citrus Way, (602) 262-6971.

First and third Saturday monthly
ARCHAEOLOGY FOR KIDS--  Become a Junior Archaeologist! Learn about the science of archaeology and the Hohokam people by participating in a simulated excavation of a Hohokam pithouse. Actual Hohokam artifacts are used in this program. Classes are generally October - May, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and are divided by age (ages 7-11 first Saturday, 10-14 third Saturday). Advance registration required. Specially arranged workshops are available for groups of ten or more. Program fee: $10 Museum members; $12 Non-members.  Pueblo Grande Museum and Archaeological Park, 4619 E. Washington, (602) 495-0901.

Wednesday, November 11
VETERANS DAY GOURD DANCE AND COMMUNITY POTLUCK--  The public is invited to attend the annual Veterans Day Gourd Dance and Potluck at Pueblo Grande Museum on November 11, 2009 from 11am to 4pm.  Join us to honor the memory of all Veterans who served our nation.  Gourd Dancing starts at 11:30am.  Event is free and open to everyone.  Bring your favorite potluck dish to share.  No advanced registration required. Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: FREE Admission. Pueblo Grande is located 4615 E. Washington, 602 495-0900.

Second Wednesday each Month
PHOENIX FIREFIGHTERS CPR/FIRST AID CLASS  –  First  Aid & CPR.  5-9 p.m. For info call (602) 277-1500.  Washington Adult Center, 2240 W. Citrus Way, (602) 262-6971.

Friday & Saturday November 13-14
2009 PHOENIX SUMMIT CHALLENGE--  The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department is proud to present an opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts of all abilities to climb multiple summits throughout the Phoenix Desert Parks and Preserves. This event will feature multiple categories to challenge participants of all levels of fitness and ability.  Events include one day challenges Friday or Saturday, a two day challenge on Friday & Saturday, an all day four peaks event on Saturday plus an all access challenge on Saturday.  Some events are still open: Go to www.phoenix.gov/PARKs and click on Classes and Programs, choose All Age Outdoor and Nature Programs, then Special Events.  For more information go to http://phoenix.gov/PARKS/psc09.html

Saturday, November 14
SUNNYSLOPE COMMUNITY FAIRE DAY--  This annual fall festival will feature businesses and organizations in Sunnyslope.  Beginning at 10 a.m. and running until 2 p.m., visitors can hop on the free Circulator Bus that runs through Sunnyslope and enjoy the day’s activities. Stop at the Sunnyslope Community Center to enjoy free games, face painting and entertainment in the main building; also class demonstrations, basketball and soccer activities in the gym. Sunnyslope Kiwanis will have a BBQ fundraiser at the community center as well.  Sunnyslope Community cC enter is located at 803 E. Vogel, for information call 602 534-0530.

Second Sunday, monthly
EXPANDED SILENT SUNDAYS TO NORTH MOUNTAIN PARK-- Cyclists, skateboarders, wheelchair users and stroller-riding tots will soon get to call the roads of North Mountain Park their own one day each month when the Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department expands it’s popular Silent Sunday event to the area beginning in February.  North Mountain Park, 10600 N. 7th Street, will host Silent Sundays from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. on the second Sunday of each month. Vehicles will park in the lot at the Havasupai Ramada reserving the park’s roadways for non-motorized use. Trailhead access sites outside of the park will remain open to vehicles. The kickoff event is Feb. 8 with the remaining 2009 dates: May 10, June 14, July 12, Aug. 9, Sept. 13, Oct. 11, Nov. 8, and Dec. 13. For more information call (602) 495-5506.

Tuesday, November 17
GOURD RATTLE WORKSHOP #60667--  Join Native American artist David Morris in a Gourd Rattle Workshop.  Participants will learn how to make a gourd rattle and decorate the rattle with traditional designs.  All supplies will be provided.  Advance registration is required using class number. 1-4 p.m. Age: 18+, Cost: $45. Pre-registration is required by class number.  Go to www.phoenix.gov/parks and choose classes & programs. Pueblo Grande is located 4615 E. Washington, 602 495-0900.

Tuesday, November 17
DAY OF THANKS-- at Longview Neighborhood Recreation Center, 4040 North 14th St., from 5:30–7:30 p.m., allows the neighborhood community to come together to celebrate a Thanksgiving Dinner with traditional seasonal foods.  The holiday family dining event includes more than 200 families from the neighborhood for each event to enjoy one another’s company and friendship at the Center.  For more information call 602-534-6570.

Friday and Saturday, November 20-21
4TH ANNUAL NAVAJO ART & RUG AUCTION-- Pueblo Grande Museum will be hosting an art auction and rug preview on Friday, at 7 p.m. featuring Auctioneers Bruce Burnham, owner of the Burnham Trading Post in Sanders, Arizona and trader Hank Blair.  Over the years as an Indian Trader Mr. Burnham has gained recognition for his dedication to the Navajo people and their art and is often called upon to lecture on Navajo culture and their arts and crafts.  He and his family are organizing the art and rug auction and have brought in exquisite examples of Native American art.  The Navajo Rug Auction will begin at 10 a.m. with a preview and bidding will begin at 12 noon.  A portion of the proceeds from the auctions will go to benefit the Pueblo Grande Museum and Auxiliary.  The auction will be a wonderful event with free museum admission, beautiful art and rugs and frybread on Saturday.  Come and enjoy the sites and sounds and have a traditional Native American frybread taco! Pueblo Grande is located 4615 E. Washington, 602 495-0900.

Third Friday of each month
A FREE WALKING GROUP--  For race-walkers and beginners.  8 a.m. at the Arizona Senior Olympics (ASO) office 2705 N. 15th Ave., Phoenix.  Call (602) 261-8765 to sign up.  Arizona Senior Olympics is a non-profit corporation committed to providing information, coaching and events to encourage those 50 years-old and above to participate in sports.  For more information, or to see a list of activities go to www.seniorgames.org or call (602) 534-3500.

Saturday, November 21
PHOENIX PARKS COMMUNITY CENTERS OPEN HOUSES--      The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department invites you to attend free open houses at full-service community and recreation centers starting at 10 a.m. If you don’t already have a membership, the open houses give you a chance to use the centers for a day for free. Try out fitness rooms, enjoy open gym and game rooms and meet some class instructors for upcoming winter session classes, which run from December through February. You also can register in-person for winter session classes. Winter session registration opens at 10:30 a.m. on Nov. 14. Residents can register online in the Classes and Programs link of the department website or you can register in person at any community or recreation center with Saturday operating hours.  Participating centers include Beuf, Deer Valley, Desert West, Eastlake, Longview Neighborhood, Maryvale, Mountain View, Paradise Valley, Pecos, South Mountain, Sunnyslope, and Washington Activity. A full list of centers is available in the Centers and Facilities link of the department homepage. Open house activities may vary slightly among centers. Call individual center for more information.

Sunday, November 22
DISCOVER INDIA 2009-- 8th Annual Festival. Free all day event. Cultural show, festival parade, food fair,
clothes and jewelry bazaar, cooking and cultural demos, children's mela and more! 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Heritage Square and Science Park, 115 N. 6th St., call 602-315-6354 or go to info@iaphx.org

Saturday, November 28
14TH ANNUAL AHWATUKEE FESTIVAL OF LIGHT KICK-OFF PARTY-- Desert Foothills Park 1010 Market Place SW, Free. Carnival Games, Rides & Inflatables, Community Entertainment, Craft Fair with 100 Crafters, Photos with Santa, Charity Wreath Auction, and a Harley-Davidson Parade.  11 a.m. – 7 p.m.  For more information call  480-460-6169.

Sunday, November 29
PIONEER CEMETERY & MILITARY MEMORIAL PARK OPEN HOUSE--  Please join us between 11 a.m. & 3 p.m. for a free open house.  Receive a booklet and take a self guided tour through any of the seven contiguous cemeteries comprising 11 acres. Volunteers will be available throughout the grounds and the beautiful, historic 1897 Smurthwaite House to answer questions and point the way. These cemeteries opened in 1884 and were in use for only 30 years, until they were closed to burials in 1914. Many prominent pioneers including Jacob Walz, the Dutchman of Superstition Mountain fame, and those who formed the government were buried here along side the common settlers, farmers, miners, shopkeepers, etc, who worked so hard to make this desert a livable home for the rest of us. Pioneers’ Cemetery & Military Park is located at 15th Ave. & Jefferson, 602 534-1262 for more information visit www.azhistcemeteries.org or http://phoenix.gov/PARKS/pioneer.html

November 30 – January 5, 2010
“DRAWN” GALLERY  EXHIBITION--  Free. Photographers draw with light, fiber artists construct lines with needle and thread, and illustrators design with computer software.  The fundamental building blocks of LINE and Shape can become edgy and exciting elements of contemporary art.  Drawn situates the medium of drawing within a progressive context, asserting that drawing extends beyond traditional works on paper, including experimental and cross-disciplinary art.  All ages. Shemer Art Center, 5005 E Camelback Rd. 7 – 9 p.m. (602) 262-4727.

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