Entertainment Calendar (10/10)

Friday, Oct. 10

Blue Pilote jazz concert featuring Kai Woods Decker and Devon Hancock: 6:30 p.m., Historic First Presbyterian Church, 402 W. Monroe. Light refreshments served. Free. (602) 254-6356 or www.HistoricFirst.org.

Death in a Landslide: 7:30 p.m. today and tomorrow, 2 p.m. Sunday, Theatre Outback, 1833 W. Southern Ave., Mesa. Comedy presented by the Theatre Arts and Film Department. Tickets: $12 general admission, $10 for MCC employees and alumni, $8 for students and seniors. Children under 5 are not admitted. (480) 461-7170.

The Spirit of the Saguaro photography exhibit: through Oct. 19, Desert Botanical Garden Ottosen Gallery, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. The exhibit features 20 large black and white photographs from Arizona photographer Holly Metz. She will also lead a family workshop entitled "The Spirit of the Saguaro: A Mindful Photography Experience for Youth with Artist Holly Metz" on Sunday, Sept. 28, from 10 a.m. to noon. This workshop is intended for children ages 7 and up with an accompanying adult. Participants are encouraged to bring a camera. The exhibit is free with garden admission. (480) 941-1225 or www.dbg.org.

Treasure Island, A Musical Adventure: today through Oct. 26, Valley Youth Theatre, 525 N. First St. Show times: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, noon and 3:30 p.m. Saturdays, 12:30 and 4 p.m. Sundays. Tickets, $18, available by calling (602) 253-8188, ext. 2. www.VYT.com.

Saturday, Oct. 11

Custom Gun and Knife Show: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and tomorrow, Parada Hall and Convention Center, 7303 E. Earll Drive, Scottsdale. Features custom knives, antique arms, jewelry, semi precious stones and supplies. Many of the world's finest knife makers will disply knives containing precious metals, gemstones and diamonds. (480) 945-0700 or usgrc@cox.net.

Sunday, Oct. 12

Mexican rock phenomenon Jaguares: 7:30 p.m., Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St. www.celebritytheatre.com or (602) 267-1600, ext.1. Upcoming show: Oct. 16, Amy Grant.

Monday, Oct. 13

New Kids On The Block with special guests Natasha Bedingfield and Tammy Chin: 8 p.m., Jobing.com Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale. www.livenation.com. Upcoming: Nov. 26, Coldplay, "Viva La Vida" North American Tour.

‘West African Yoruba Myths of Osun: Goddess of Sensuality, Creativity and Love:' 6:30 p.m., South Mountain Community College Studio Theatre, 7050 S. 24th St. Presented by storyteller Marilyn Omifunke Torres as part of the fall series, "Myths From Around the World." Performances are followed by a discussion of the stories, their themes and characteristics. Latecomers will not be seated once the featured story has begun. (602) 243-8022 or www.smcstorytelling.com.

Tuesday, Oct. 14

The Rat Pack - Live at the Sands: today through Saturday, Arizona State University Gammage Auditorium, 1200 S. Forest Ave., Tempe. The acclaimed production vividly recreates a legendary evening at the Sands Hotel with the most famous performers of our time: Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr. and Dean Martin. Tickets available at the box office, Ticketmaster locations, (480) 784-4444 or www.asugammage.com.

Friday, Oct. 17

Seventh annual Kokopelli Krush: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. today and tomorrow, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Kokopelli Winery & Bistro, 35 W. Boston St., Chandler. Teams of two compete to see how much grape juice they can make in just two minutes - with their feet. Krush times are Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 1:30 and 7 p.m. and Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Each Krush will be kicked off with a Kids Krush for the younger folks. Participants are invited to to come in costume for the Kokopelli Kraziest Krush Kostume Kontest. Also features music, food, games, vendors and fun for kids all day on Saturday. Cost: $20 per team ($10 for kids' teams), pre-registrations accepted and walk-ins welcome. Wine tasting is $10 per person, includes a souvenir wine glass, $2 off coupon and six tasting tickets. No charge for non-drinkers or children. (480) 792-6927.

Otsukimi Moonviewing Festival: 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., Japanese Friendship Garden, 1125 N. Third Ave. This is an elegant tradition of appreciating the full moon. Along with Japanese food and beverages, the event will feature iaido sword dancing, live musical performances, haiku poetry readings, and calligraphy and tea ceremony demonstrations. There will also be a silent auction to raise funds to support garden volunteer programs. Tickets are $23 in advance, $25 at the gate and $20 for garden members. Youth tickets (ages 9 to 16) are $12, and children 8 and younger get in free. Reservations suggested by calling (602) 256-3204.

Nadia Hironaka: The Late Show multi-channel, surround sound video installation: 7 to 9 p.m. opening reception, exhibit runs Oct. 18 through through Jan. 25, Arizona State University Art Museum, 10th Street and Mill Avenue, Tempe. http://asuartmuseum.asu.edu.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure presents Art for the Cure: through Oct. 26, Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave. More than 20 paintings and small masterpieces from the private art collection of Nancy G. Brinker, founder of Susan G. Komen for the Cure and former Ambassador to Hungary, will be on display in an effort to unite people with a passion for art with those who want to make a global difference in the fight against breast cancer. www.PhxArt.org or (602) 257-1222.

Mariposa Monarca monarch butterfly exhibit: today through Nov. 2, Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Guests can view hundreds of live monarch butterflies in the Marshall Butterfly Pavilion from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Visitors can participate in a tagging demonstration each Thursday at 1:30 p.m. as part of the Southwest Monarch Study. Tagging demonstrations require a reservation by e-mail at monarchs@dbg.org or by calling (480) 481-8128. For information, call (480) 941-1225 or visit www.dbg.org.

Saturday, Oct. 18

Harvest Festival: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Heritage & Science Park , Fifth and Monroe streets. Hosted by the Rosson House/Heritage Square Foundation and Guild. The 1895 Rosson House exhibit is titled Mourning in Victorian Times. Free. (602) 262-5029 or http://phoenix.gov/PARKS/heritage.html.

All Shook Up: through Nov. 15, Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 5247 E. Brown Road, Mesa. (480) 325-6700 or visit www.BroadwayPalmWest.com.

Sunday, Oct. 19

Randy Jackson presents America's Best Dance Crew featuring JabbaWockeeZ and BrakeSk8: Dodge Theatre, 400 W. Washington St. www.livenation.com.

Pedro Meyer's photographic exhibit, Heresies: through Jan. 18, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, 7374 E. Second St., Scottsdale. (480) 874-4666.

Thursday, Oct. 23

Phoenix Follies VI Opening Night (tonight) and Gala Night (tomorrow): 6 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. curtain, Phoenix Theatre, and Dorrance Courtyard, 100 E. McDowell Road. The fundraiser stars a cast of characters including well recognized members of the community and business leaders, to benefit Phoenix Theatre. Tonight cocktails and informal dinner will follow the Follies performance. Tomorrow night a formal dinner is followed by live musical entertainment and dancing post-Follies performance. Sponsorships: Beth, (602) 889-5299. Tickets: (602) 889-5298.

Friday, Oct. 24

The Great Pumpkin Festival: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. today through Sunday, Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Visit the garden's very own pumpkin patch, where each day the first 1,000 children (ages 12 and under) can pick their own free pumpkin. Hayrides out to the pumpkin patch are available for $1, with paid garden admission. Children can enjoy face painting, the Amazing Bale Maze, balloon artistry, pumpkin decorating and carving demonstrations and much more. There will be a baked goods market by Fabulous Food and a Fall Harvest Market, where visitors can purchase fresh produce such as unique pumpkins, gourds and chili ristras. (480) 481-1225 or www.dbg.org.

International Nuevo Flamenco Guitarist Drew Diego Bennett & Vino Rico in concert: 7 to 9 p.m., Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Tickets, $20 or $14 for Garden members, are available at www.DBG.org under "music in the garden" or by calling (480) 481-8188. Visit www.salsaguitar.com or www.myspace.com/drewbennett1 to learn more about the performers.

Countryfest 2008: 8 p.m., Club Red, 2155 E. University Dr., Tempe. Brandon Reid headlines. Performances by South of Somewhere, A Boy Named Sioux, The Blue Rose Band, 74th Street Band, High Rollers, Jefrey Taylor and Stateline. $10. Free prizes from jambonie.com.

La Casa Murillo: A Life-Size Shadow Box exhibition: through Jan. 11, Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. Opens at 8 p.m. tonight featuring Patrick Murillo's Latino reggae band the RastaFarmers. Tonight's opening is free. (602) 252-8848 or www.heard.org.

Saturday, Oct. 25

Teen Movie Afternoon: 2 to 4 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Get ready for Halloween by watching a classic vampire film with real BITE. Free refreshments. No registration required. (602) 262-4636.

Sunday, Oct. 26

The Great Dream: Viennese masterworks for Chamber Winds: 2 p.m., Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 100 W. Roosevelt St. Performed by the Saint Stephen's Chamber Ensemble, under the direction of William A. Smith. The ensemble consists of 13 musicians from around the valley, including Ahwatukee Foothills resident Dawn Chin. $10. (602) 840-0432.

Friday, Oct. 31

A Midsummer Night's Dream: 8 p.m. tonight, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, Symphony Hall, 75 N. Second St. Presented by Ballet Arizona, with live music by The Phoenix Symphony. $15 to $117. (602) 381-1096, www.ticketmaster.com or www.balletaz.org.

Saturday, Nov. 1

A Gathering of Weavers: Navajo Weavers Marketplace: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 1, Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. Meet some of the Southwest's finest Navajo weavers during this first-ever marketplace exclusively showcasing textiles. Watch weavers at work and get some early holiday shopping done. Free admission (museum admission additional). www.heard.org.

American Indian Film Celebration: Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. 10 a.m., special screening - Phoenix Premiere of Woven Ways; 11 a.m., Highlights of ReelNative - a special project of the We Shall Remain documentary series; 2 p.m., Arizona Premiere of Geronimo - an episode of the We Shall Remain documentary series. All screenings are free; museum admission additional. www.heard.org.

Monday, Nov. 3

"Freyja, Goddess of Love and Light:" 6:30 p.m., South Mountain Community College Studio Theatre, 7050 S. 24th St. Presented by storyteller Penny Morningstar as part of the fall series, "Myths From Around the World." Performances are followed by a discussion of the stories, their themes and characteristics. Latecomers will not be seated once the featured story has begun. (602) 243-8022 or www.smcstorytelling.com.

Saturday, Nov. 8

Heard Museum Spanish Market: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and tomorrow, Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. Strolling mariachis and artwork by Hispanic artists from Arizona and New Mexico highlight this festive, casual and friendly annual marketplace. Chat with artists as they sell a range of distinctive and unique artwork. Free admission (museum admission additional). www.heard.org.

Tuesday, Nov. 11

Veterans Day Gourd Dance and Community Potluck: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Pueblo Grande Museum, 4619 E. Washington St. Honor the memory of all Veterans who served our nation. Gourd dancing starts at 11:30 a.m. Free and open to everyone. Bring your favorite potluck dish to share. No advanced registration required. (602) 495-0191.

Friday, Nov. 14

The Magic of Motown: 7 p.m. cocktail reception, 8 p.m. show, Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe St. The cabaret-style evening of Motown features Dennis Rowland and special guests at the Herberger Theater's Seventh Annual Cabaret. Includes cocktail reception, entertainment by the Arizona State University Jazz Allstars, raffle and sweet treats by Tammie Coe Cakes. Tickets: $40 to $600. For sponsorship, contact Laurene at (602) 254-7399, ext. 105. For tickets, visit www.herbergertheater.org and click on "Special Events."

Sunday, Nov. 23

Trans-Siberian Orchestra holiday concerts: 4 and 8 p.m., Jobing.com Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale. A special ticket offer is available for a four-pack of reserved tickets for $99, plus applicable fees. Reserved tickets are $49.50 and $39.50. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Florence Crittenden Center from the 4 p.m. performance and the Sojourner Center from 8 p.m. performance. Tickets: www.livenation.com, box office and all Ticketmaster outlets. www.trans-siberian.com.

Friday, Nov. 28

Las Noches de las Luminarias: 5:30-9:30 p.m. today through Sunday, Dec. 4-7, 11-14, 16-23, Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Thousands of hand-lit luminarias will light the Garden's paths, and there will be a wide variety of entertainment, delicious cuisine prepared by Fabulous Food Catering, exquisite wines to sample, and warm cocoa or cider. Shop for distinctive holiday gifts in the Garden's gift and plant shops. www.dbg.org or (480) 481-8188.

The Backyardigans Live! Tale of the Mighty Knights: today and tomorrow, Arizona State University Gammage Auditorium, Tempe. Part of the M&I Bank Broadway Across America - Arizona series presented by ASU Gammage and Broadway Across America. Tickets available at Ticketmaster outlets, by calling (480) 784-4444 or online at www.asugammage.com.  

Saturday, Dec. 6

21st Annual Messiah Choir presents Handel's Messiah: 6:30 p.m., South Mountain Community College Performance Hall, 7050 S. 24th St. General seating tickets, $10, are available at Showup.com. (602) 243-8353.

Festival of the Wise: today and tomorrow, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St. www.festivalofthewise.com.

Bryan Adams Solo Acoustic Performance: 7:30 p.m., Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa. Tickets, $25 and $35, available at www.livenation.com or www.mesaartscenter.com. To charge by phone, call (480) 644-6500.

Wednesday, Dec. 10

AC/DC Black Ice World Tour: 7:30 p.m., US Airways Center, 201 E. Jefferson St. Tickets: www.livenation.com, US Airways Center box office and all Ticketmaster outlets. To charge by phone, call (480) 784-4444.

Friday, Dec. 26

Holidays at The Heard: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. today through Dec. 31, Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. Included in general museum admission. www.heard.org.

Friday, Jan. 16

Maricopa County Home and Garden Show: today through Sunday, Arizona State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Road. www.MaricopaCountyHomeShows.com or (602) 485-1691.

Saturday, Jan. 31

At the Crossroads of American Photography: Callahan, Siskind, Sommer exhibition: today through May 13, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, 7374 E. Second St., Scottsdale. The exhibition is the centerpiece of the museum's 10th anniversary celebration and includes approximately 150 images. www.smoca.org.

Saturday, Feb. 7

19th Annual World Championship Hoop Dance Contest: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and tomorrow, Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. Top Native hoop dancers from the United States and Canada compete for cash prizes and the World Champion title. Enjoy dance performances as well as delicious fry bread and other American Indian foods. Held on the museum grounds, admission to the museum is included. www.heard.org.

Friday, March 6

Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market - Best of Show Reception: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. More than 300 of the artists from the Heard's renowned Indian Fair & Market participate in this prestigious juried competition. $75 for Heard Museum members, $100 for non-members. Reservations are required and the event sells out early. www.heard.org.

Saturday, March 7

51st Annual Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and tomorrow, Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. $15 for adults, free for children 16 and under, $5 for students with I.D. www.heard.org.

Saturday, March 21

Heard Museum Council Native Art & Artifacts Appraisal Day: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. Appraisal fees apply. www.heard.org.

Saturday, March 28

Heard Museum Guild American Indian Student Art Show & Sale: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today through April 1, Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. Free with regular museum admission. www.heard.org.

Saturday, April 4

A Gathering of Carvers: Katsina Doll Marketplace: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. More than 100 artists gather to show and sell their unique creations. Enjoy musical performances, booksignings, carving demonstrations and drawings. Admission is free. www.heard.org.

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