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December, 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.
Friday, December 4
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE-- Historic Heritage Square will be decorated for the holiday season and the Rosson House will be available for tours. 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Historic Heritage Square, 5th Street and Monroe. For tour ticket prices call (602) 262-5070.
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.
Saturday, December 5
COOKIES, COCOA, AND SANTA-- Enjoy cookies, cocoa, music, crafts, story time for children and pictures with Santa at Heritage Square. The Rosson House will be available for tours. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Historic Heritage Square, 5th Street and Monroe. For tour ticket prices please call (602) 262-5070.
Friday, December 18
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
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.
Thursdays
PARTY BRIDGE-- Adults. 1- 3:30 p.m. Fee. Devonshire Community Center, 2802 E. Devonshire Ave. Call for information at (602) 256-3130.
Friday, December 4
GOLF BLOWOUT SALE – Apparel and golf merchandise from all of the City golf courses will be on sale for this once a year event! Purchase reasonable holiday gifts for the entire family! Phoenix City Hall, 200 W. Washington, Assembly Room A. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. For more information call: 602-262-5088 or visit www.phoenix.gov/golf
ANNUAL HOLIDAY GIFT SALE-- Free entrance and parking. Come and enjoy shopping for fine art gifts in ceramics, photography, jewelry, metals and so much more. 4-10 p.m., at the Phoenix Center for the Arts, 1202 N. Third St., 602 262-4627.
STUDENT EXHIBIT-- 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
Fridays
BALLROOM DANCE-- Adult Fee. 7-9:55 p.m. Washington Activ. Center, 2240 W. Citrus Way, (602) 262-6971.
Saturday, December 5
CITY OF PHOENIX FIESTA OF LIGHT: ELECTRIC LIGHT PARADE-- Going GREEN for the Holidays is the theme of this year's parade. Winner of the azcentral.com's BEST '09 Readers' Choice Award for Best Annual Kids Event! For the 23rd year, this spectacular display of lighted floats, marching bands, and performance groups attracts an abundance of participants and spectators. Central Avenue from Montebello to Camelback, east on Camelback to 7th Street, 7th Street south to Indian School. For more information call (602) 262-6862. Or visit us on the WEB at www.phoenix.gov/parks
PHOENIX CHILDREN’S CHORUS 25TH ANNIVERSARY HOLIDAY CONCERT-- 25 Years of Holiday Celebration at St. Agnes Church, 1954 N. 24th St. (24th Street & McDowell). 2 & 7p.m. performances. Concert Tickets $10, $17.50 & $20. Silent Auction 12 noon to 8 p.m. (Concert ticket not required to attend auction). Fantastic auction items including trips, resorts, jewelry, art, gift cards & family fun. For more information call 602 534-3788.
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.
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.
DUPLICATE BRIDGE – 12:30-4 p.m., Fee. Washington Adult Center, 2240 W. Citrus Way, (602) 262-6971.
Tuesday, December 8
PHOENIX CHILDREN’S CHORUS AUDITIONS-- The Phoenix Children’s Chorus will be holding auditions for boys and girls, second through 8th grades, for the 2009-2010 Season. No prior choral training is required – applicants need only possess a clear, pleasant singing voice and the desire to learn. There is no fee to audition. For more information about the Phoenix Children’s Chorus or to schedule an audition online, visit www.phoenixchildrenschorus.org or call 602-534-3788. Auditions will be held at 6 p.m., Phoenix Center for the Arts, 1202 North Third St., Phoenix, AZ 85004. The touring choirs will be traveling to China for a three city tour in June 2010.
Saturday, December 12
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA-- Desert West Community Center, 6501 W. Virginia Ave. The event features breakfast, arts and crafts, music, song, pictures with Santa, and a special gift to all in attendance. 9 – 11 a.m. Free. (602) 495-3700
Saturday and Sunday December 12 & 13
33RD ANNUAL PUEBLO GRANDE INDIAN MARKET-- The Indian Market features over 250 top Native American artists featuring items such as paintings, sculptures, jewelry, baskets and much more. There will be music and dance performances scheduled throughout the event, artist demonstrations, and a children’s craft area. Also, enjoy traditional Native American Foods. Admission is $8 for adults, children 12 and under are free. at South Mountain Park, 10919 S. Central Ave. Times are 9:30 a.m. to 5pm on Saturday and 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Cost: $8 for adults, $5 for seniors children 12 and under FREE. (602) 495-0900.
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, December 15
HOLIDAY GATHERING AT LONGVIEW NEIGHBORHOOD RECREATION CENTER-- 4040 North 14th Street from 5:30–7:30 p.m., is a cultural event each year with a different food theme offered. 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.
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, December 18
DEVONSHIRE HOLIDAY PARTY-- Join in the Holiday spirit with entertainment, refreshments, and Santa with his bag of gifts. 12:30 – 2 p.m. Free. Devonshire Senior Center, 2802 E. Devonshire Ave. (602) 256-3130.
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.
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.
Friday, December 18
DEVONSHIRE HOLIDAY PARTY-- Holiday Yule time and joy for seniors at Devonshire Senior Center, 2802 E Devonshire Ave., 12:30 – 2 p.m. Join in the Holiday spirit with entertainment, refreshments, and Santa with his bag of gifts. FREE! For more information call: 602-256-3130. Devonshire is located at 2802 E Devonshire Ave.
Thursday, December 31
DEVONSHIRE NEW YEARS EVE PARTY-- Out with the old and in with the New Year for seniors at Devonshire Senior Center, 2802 E Devonshire Ave., 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Come celebrate the arrival of a new decade with entertainment, refreshments and door prizes. FREE! For more information call: 602-256-3130. Devonshire is located at 2802 E Devonshire Ave.
