Entertainment Calendar (4/25)

Friday, April 25

McDowell Mountain Music Festival: today and tomorrow, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale. Gates open at noon, music starts at 1:30 p.m. Gates open at 10 a.m. Saturday, music starts at 11 a.m. Features 13 bands from a wide variety of genres. www.mmmf.net.

Desert Vista High School Students Photography Opening Reception: 6-9 p.m., The CoffeeBuzz, 4804 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 110. (480) 393-3430.

Maricopa County Home and Garden Show: through Sunday, Arizona State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Road. www.MaricopaCountyHomeShows.com.

Spyro Gyra in concert: 8 p.m., Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St. Tickets: $47-$102. (602) 283-1052 or www.celebritytheatre.com.

Saturday, April 26

Art Jam - Student and Community Art Festival: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Tempe Library Courtyard, 3500 S. Rural Road, Tempe. The vibrant and culturally enhancing day features the works of many Kyrene, Tempe Elementary and Tempe Union High School District students. Presented by Arts Council for Youth, in concert with city of Tempe Cultural Services, city of Phoenix Office of Arts & Culture and Tempe Union High Schools Education Foundation. A raffle for a Corvette (on display) will be held, and raffle tickets are $25 each or five for $100. info@artsjam.org, (480) 223-7217 or www.artsjam.org.

Kartchner Caverns State Park 20th Anniversary Celebration: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. A variety of family-friendly activities will include a presentation and book signing by Neil Miller, author of Kartchner Caverns - How Two Cavers Discovered and Saved One of the Wonders of the Natural World, a book signing by Benjamin Ilka, author and illustrator of Caves Coloring Book, demonstrations and activities throughout the day by the park's Cave Unit and Park Rangers, interpretive talks about geology, bats, cave critters, the Junior Ranger program and much more. (520) 586-CAVE (2283) or www.azstateparks.com.

Local Gardening Expert Ed (Mr. Ed) Reis: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., The CoffeeBuzz, 4804 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 110. (480) 393-3430.

Dinner on the Desert: Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Begins with cocktails, music and a silent auction in Dorrance Hall and on Kitchell Patio. Dinner and music under the stars follows on Ullman Terrace with a fast-paced live auction. Guests then conclude the evening by strolling to the grand after-party on Boppart Courtyard with more dancing, bountiful desserts and cordials. Tickets begin at $500 per person. Proceeds support the garden's mission. Reservations: Marcia,  (480) 481-8154.

Sunday, April 27

Remix Exhibit: closes today, Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. (602) 252-8848 or www.heard.org.

Lyle Ashton Harris: Blow Up and southwestNET: Melinda Bergman: closes today, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. www.sccarts.org.

The Children's Hour: closes today, Theatre Outback, 1833 W. Southern Ave., Mesa, on the south side of campus, Building TH 29. The drama features a malicious youngster who starts an entirely unfounded scandal about two young women running a school for girls, which precipitates tragedy for the women. Children under five not admitted. (480) 461-7170.

Family Fun Day: Pacific Northwest Coast: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. Learn more about the Pacific Northwest Coast by making a fish bookmark, coloring a salmon puzzle, navigating a fish maze and having your picture taken in front of the Northwest Coast long house in Every Picture Tells a Story. Plus, see one or more of the 25-minute animated Raven films in the Harnett Theater. Children under 12 get in free with a paid adult. Admission: $10 for adults, $9 for seniors (55+), $5 for students, Heard members and Americans Indians are free. (602) 252-8848 or visit www.heard.org.

Wednesday, April 30

Sesame Street Live "When Elmo Grows Up:" 7 p.m. tonight; 7 p.m. tomorrow; 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Friday; 10:30 a.m., 2 and 5:30 p.m. Saturday; 1 and 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dodge Theatre, 400 W. Washington St. Through the razzle-dazzle of this musical Broadway-quality production, children learn about patience, acceptance and teamwork. Tickets: $18-$28, with a limited number of $38 premium seats available. On May 1 all seats (excluding premium) are $15. (602) 379-2888. To charge tickets by phone, call Ticketmaster at (480) 784-4444. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.livenation.com. Information: www.sesamestreetlive.com.

Chado Ralph Rucci exhibit: today through Aug. 17, Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave. The exhibit features 25 exquisitely made ensembles that span renowned New York fashion designer Ralph Rucci's iconic career. www.phxart.org.

Thursday, May 1

Patrick Dougherty Sculpture in the Garden: Childhood Dreams Exhibit: throughout May, Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. (480) 941-1225 or www.dbg.org.

Willy Wonka: 6:30 p.m. today and tomorrow, 2 p.m. Saturday, Akimel A-al Middle School, 2720 E. Liberty Lane. Sonya, (480) 783-1600.

Rush Snakes & Arrows Tour 2008: 7:30 p.m., Cricket Wireless Pavilion. Reserved tickets: $33.50-$79.50 and festival lawn tickets: $26, available at the box office, www.livenation.com and all Ticketmaster outlets. A venue parking fee, applicable taxes, service and handling charges may be applied. To charge by phone, call (480) 784-4444.

Friday, May 2

Jazz in the Garden Spring Concert Series: 7-9 p.m., Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. LuLu Lafever (Sizzlin' Jazz, Blues and Swing). Must be 21 or older to attend. $14 for members, $20 for non-members (includes Garden admission). (480) 481-8188 or www.dbg.org.

Kokoon dance performance: 7-11 p.m., Chocolate Factory, 1105 NW Grand Ave. This is a collaborative performative experience among Arizona State University Herberger College Dance, the Chocolate Factory and Taliesin West, designed by the students and faculty of Taliesin West, and interacted within and on by the students of ASU Herberger College Dance. Several vignettes and dance performances lead participants through a progressive flight of fantasy and innovation. (480) 965-7144 or joe.baker@asu.edu.

Avril Lavigne "Best Damn Tour:" 7:30 p.m., Cricket Wireless Pavilion. Special guests, Boys Like Girls. Reserved tickets are $23-$49.50, and $14 festival lawn tickets available at the box office, www.livenation.com and all Ticketmaster outlets. A venue parking fee, applicable taxes, service and handling charges may be applied. To charge by phone, call (480) 784-4444.

Saturday, May 3

Desert Dance Theatre performance: Desert Dance Luau. www.DesertDanceTheatre.org or (480) 962-4584.

Phoenix Children's Chorus Auditions: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. today, 6 p.m. May 20, Phoenix Center for the Arts, 1202 N. 3rd St. For boys and girls who love to sing, second through 12th grade. No previous choral experience needed. The award-winning chorus has performed throughout Europe and Russia and taken top honors at the World Choral Olympics. To schedule an audition, call (602) 534-3788 or visit www.phoenixchildrenschorus.org to complete an online application.

Car Culture: through April 27, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. The exhibit examine the complex relationship modern-day civilization has built with the automobile. www.sccarts.org.

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day: through May 25, Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway. Presented by Childsplay. (480) 350-2822 or www.childsplayaz.org/tca.

Music Nights at the Buzz: 8 p.m. Saturdays, The CoffeeBuzz, 4804 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 110. No cover charge. Free and open to the public. (480) 393-3430.

Sunday, May 4

Emerging Artist Concert Series: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Nowhere Man and Whiskey Girl. Free with garden admission. (480) 481-8188 or www.dbg.org.

South Mountain Community College Storytellers: 1:30-3:30 p.m., The CoffeeBuzz, 4804 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 110. Topic: Mothers. Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of stories. No cover charge. Free and open to the public. (480) 393-3430. 

People Pops Concert Series: A Night In The Tropics: 3 p.m., Symphony Hall, 225 E. Adams St. Resident Conductor Lawrence Golan conducts this afternoon of steamy music from the Tropics. (602) 262-4627.

Phoenix Boys Choir performance: Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams St. Favorites from 60 Years, featuring all five choirs - Men, Tour, Town, Cadet and Training. www.boyschoir.org.

Ferdinand the Bull: closes today, Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa. Stageworks performance. Recommended for audiences 5 and older. www.mesaartscenter.com.

Spring Butterfly Exhibit: through May 11, Marshall Butterfly Pavilion, Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. (480) 941-1225 or www.dbg.org.

Tuesday, May 6

Duran Duran in concert: 7:30 p.m., Dodge Theatre, 400 W. Washington St. Tickets, $40-$60, with a limited amount of Golden Circle tickets at $95, available at www.livenation.com, the box office and all Ticketmaster outlets. To charge by phone, call (480) 784-4444. All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, and service and handling charges. Show information: www.livenation.com.

Wednesday, May 7

Downtown Chandler Art Walk: 5-9 p.m. along the streets of San Marcos Place and Boston Street. More than 60 artists, in media ranging from painting and sculpture to photography and fine jewelry, are expected to showcase and sell their work at this juried art walk. There will also be live entertainment. The Art Walk is open to all professional visual artists in the area interested in participating. Professional artists in most media are being sought, and a jury of downtown merchants reviews all submissions and selects the artists. Contact Diane Webb, Special Events Coordinator, at (480) 855-3539 or dwebb@downtownchandler.org.

Friday, May 9

Jazz in the Garden Spring Concert Series: 7-9 p.m., Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Armand Boatman's BE-BOP Revolution (Jazz). Must be 21 or older to attend. $14 for members, $20 for non-members (includes Garden admission). (480) 481-8188 or www.dbg.org.

Phoenix Symphony's Pop Series: today and tomorrow, Symphony Hall, 75 North Second St. Big Screen Legends Featuring the Music of John Williams. www.phoenixsymphony.org.

Sunday, May 11

Mother's Day Lunch and Concert With Esteban: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. or 4-6 p.m., Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Bring mom and the family to enjoy the incredible sounds of Estéban in concert. Guests can enjoy a delicious lunch for an additional charge. (480) 481-8188 or www.dbg.org.

Wednesday, May 14

Lucky Star: through June 8, Phoenix Theatre, 100 E. McDowell Road. www.PhoenixTheatre.com or (602) 254-2151.

Friday, May 18

Jazz in the Garden Spring Concert Series: 7-9 p.m., Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Big Nick and the Gila Monsters featuring the Groove Merchant Horns (Jazzy Blues). Must be 21 or older to attend. $14 for members, $20 for non-members (includes admission). (480) 481-8188 or www.dbg.org.

Tuesday, May 20

The Wedding Singer: through May 25, Arizona State University Gammage Auditorium. Presented by M&I Bank Broadway Across America - Arizona. Tickets available at the ASU Gammage Box Office and Ticketmaster, (480) 784-4444 or asugammage.com.

Thursday, May 22

Hot Topic presents Gigantour featuring Megadeth: 5:30 p.m., Mesa Amphitheatre, Center Street and University Drive. Headlining with In Flames, Children Of Bodom, Job for a Cowboy and High On Fire. Tickets, $39 in advance or $42 day of show, available at www.livenation.com and all Ticketmaster outlets. To charge by phone, call (480) 784-4444.

Friday, May 23

Singer/guitarist Mike Haasis performs at Café Zentro: 7-9 p.m. Fridays, Cafe Zentro, 4232 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 1 (near Havana Café). Eclectic music for all ages. (480) 706-7037 or www.cafezentrophx.com.

Jazz in the Garden Spring Concert Series: 7-9 p.m., Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Late Harvest (Jazz). Must be 21 or older to attend. $14 for members, $20 for non-members (includes admission). (480) 481-8188 or www.dbg.org.

Saturday, May 24

The Police, with special guest Elvis Costello and the Imposters: 7:30 p.m., Cricket Wireless Pavilion, 2121 N. 83rd Ave. Reserved tickets are $225 and $90; lawn tickets are $40. Tickets available at the box office, www.livenation.com and all Ticketmaster outlets. To charge by phone, call (480) 784-4444. For show information, visit www.thepolice.com and/or www.livenation.com.

Friday, May 25

Family Fun Day: Arctic Art and Animals: May 25 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. Learn more about life in the arctic by making an origami whale, coloring a walrus, navigating an orca maze, solving a whale math puzzle and having your picture taken in front of the Arctic mural with a stuffed plush whale, seal cub, husky or polar bear cub. Create your own picture frame to hold your "Arctic Animal" photo. Complete the activities and get a whale pencil and sharpener. Children under 12 get in free with a paid adult. Admission: $10 for adults, $9 for seniors (55+), $5 for students, Heard members and Americans Indians are free. (602) 252-8848 or visit www.heard.org.

Jazz in the Garden Spring Concert Series: 7-9 p.m., Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Late Harvest (Jazz). Must be 21 or older to attend. $14 for members, $20 for non-members (includes admission). (480) 481-8188 or www.dbg.org.

Saturday, May 26

Lazarescu offers live music: 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays and Sundays, The CoffeeBuzz, 4804 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 11. Dimitri Lazarescu, co-owner of The CoffeeBuzz and violinist with The Phoenix Symphony, performs live on acoustic and electric violins. Guests from The Phoenix Symphony will occasionally perform with him. The program consists of Classical music as well as Celtic, Gypsy and requests from the audience. Free and open to the public. (480) 393-3430.

Iron Maiden Somewhere Back In Time World Tour 2008: 7:30 p.m., Cricket Wireless Pavilion, 2121 N. 83rd Ave. Lawn tickets, $26; reserved tickets, $30-$56; with a limited amount of GA Pit tickets available at $81. Tickets available at the box office (10 a.m.-2 p.m.), www.livenation.com and all Ticketmaster outlets. To charge by phone, call (480) 784-4444. All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, and service and handling charges.  Show information: www.livenation.com.

Thursday, May 29

Desert Dance Theatre performance: through Saturday. Genesis Dance Series. www.DesertDanceTheatre.org or (480) 962-4584.

Friday, May 30

Jazz in the Garden Spring Concert Series: 7-9 p.m., Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Khani Cole (Smooth Jazz). Must be 21 or older to attend. $14 for members, $20 for non-members (includes admission). (480) 481-8188 or www.dbg.org.

Chado Ralph Rucci exhibit: through Aug. 17, Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave. The exhibit features 25 exquisitely made ensembles that span renowned New York fashion designer Ralph Rucci's iconic career.  www.phxart.org.

Saturday, May 31

International legend Eartha Kitt joins The Phoenix Symphony: 8 p.m., Symphony Hall, 75 N. Second St. Tickets, $25-$65, available at the box office at (602) 495-1999 or online at www.phoenixsymphony.org.

Wednesday, June 4

British rock band The Cure in concert: 7 p.m., Dodge Theatre, 400 W. Washington St. Special guest: 65daysofstatic. Tickets, $40-$60, available at www.livenation.com, the box office and all Ticketmaster outlets. To charge by phone, call (480) 784-4444. For more show information, check out www.livenation.com.

Friday, June 6

Jazz in the Garden Spring Concert Series: 7:30-9:30 p.m., Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Pete Pancrazi (Traditional Jazz). Must be 21 or older to attend. $14 for members, $20 for non-members (includes admission). (480) 481-8188 or www.dbg.org.

Waterworks Paints the Southwest exhibit: closes today, McCullough-Price House, 300 S. Chandler Village Drive. The exhibit features Southwestern watercolors painted by local members of Waterworks Artists, an organization of Valley artists who have exhibited nationally and internationally since 1995. (480) 782-2876 or www.chandleraz.gov/pricehouse.

Saturday, June 7

In My Grandmother's Purse: Through June 14, Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway. Presented by Childsplay. (480) 350-2822 or www.childsplayaz.org/tca.

Thursday, June 12

Brad Paisley - The Paisley Party 2008 Tour: Cricket Wireless Pavilion, 2121 N. 83rd Ave. Special guests: Jewel, Chuck Wicks and Julianne Hough. Lawn tickets, $29.25; reserved tickets, $42.50 and $58.50. Tickets available at the box office, www.livenation.com and all Ticketmaster outlets. A venue parking fee, applicable taxes, service and handling charges may be applied. To charge by phone, call (480) 784-4444. Show information: www.livenation.com.

Grammy award-winning singer-guitarist Jonny Lang: 8 p.m., Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St. Tickets - $33.50-$100 (VIP, includes meet ‘n greet) available at the box office of at www.sandersonmusic.com. To charge by phone, call (602) 267-1600, ext.1. All tickets are subject to a surcharge.

Friday, June 13

Jazz in the Garden Spring Concert Series: 7:30-9:30 p.m., Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Cinco de Moio (Latin Jazz). Must be 21 or older to attend. $14 for members, $20 for non-members (includes admission). (480) 481-8188 or www.dbg.org.

Sunday, June 15

The Went-Away River Comes Home: Through June 22, Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway.  Presented by Childsplay. (480) 350-2822 or www.childsplayaz.org/tca.

Tuesday, June 17

My Fair Lady: through June 22, Arizona State University Gammage Auditorium. Presented by M&I Bank Broadway Across America - Arizona. Tickets available at the ASU Gammage Box Office and Ticketmaster, (480) 784-4444 or asugammage.com.

Friday, June 20

Jazz in the Garden Spring Concert Series: 7:30-9:30 p.m., Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Groove Defenders (Blues). Must be 21 or older to attend. $14 for members, $20 for non-members (includes admission). (480) 481-8188 or www.dbg.org.

Saturday, June 21

Crosby, Stills & Nash in concert: 8 p.m., Dodge Theatre, 400 W. Washington St. Tickets, $31-$68.50, with a limited amount of Golden Circle tickets at $101, are available at www.livenation.com, the box office and all Ticketmaster outlets. To charge by phone, call (480) 784-4444. All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, and service and handling charges. Show information: www.livenation.com.

Sinday, June 22

George Michael brings his 25 LIVE tour: 8 p.m., US Airways Center, 201 E. Jefferson St. The tour is in support of his new retrospective record, Twenty-Five. Tickets - $50-$125 available at www.livenation.com, the box office and all Ticketmaster outlets. To charge by phone, call (480) 784-4444.

Tuesday, June 24

Disney's High School Musical: today through Sunday, Arizona State University Gammage Auditorium. Presented by M&I Bank Broadway Across America - Arizona. (480) 784-4444 or asugammage.com.

Wednesday, June 25

Cyndi Lauper,the B-52s and special guests celebrate The True Colors Tour: 6:30 p.m., Dodge Theatre, 400 W. Washington St. Special guests include Wanda Sykes and Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, host Carson Kressley. Tickets, $46-$81, with a limited amount of Golden Circle tickets at $201, available at www.livenation.com, the box office and all Ticketmaster outlets. To charge by phone, call (480) 784-4444. Show information: www.livenation.com or www.truecolorstour.com.

Friday, June 27

Jazz in the Garden Spring Concert Series: 7:30-9:30 p.m., Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Sherry Petta (Smooth and Contemporary Jazz). Must be 21 or older to attend. $14 for members, $20 for non-members (includes admission). (480) 481-8188 or www.dbg.org.

Tuesday, July 1

Grammy award-winners Robert Plant and Alison Krauss in concert: 7:30 p.m., Dodge Theatre, 400 W. Washington St. Tickets, $45-$125, available at www.livenation.com, the box office and all Ticketmaster outlets. To charge by phone, call (480) 784-4444. Show information: www.livenation.com.

Friday, July 11

Men's Luxury Toy Expo & Auction: today through Sunday, University of Phoenix Stadium, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale. www.MensLuxuryToyExpo.com. 

Sunday, Aug. 31

Thanks for Tuning In: The Wallace and Ladmo Show Exhibit: through today, Mesa Historical Museum, 2345 N. Horne, Mesa. www.mesahistoricalmuseum.org.

Sunday, Sept. 7

Young Jewelers and Old Traditions in New Pots: Silver Seed Pots from the Norman L. Sandfield Collection exhibits: closes today,  Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. (602) 252-8848 or www.heard.org.

Friday, Sept. 26

Corks & Cactus: 6:30-9:30 p.m., Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Sample more than 80 boutique wines from different regions of the world. Wines will be carefully paired with delectable hors d'oeuvres and desserts prepared by Fabulous Food Catering. The evening will also feature live entertainment as well as the opportunity to talk with representatives from different wineries and purchase wines by the bottle or case. Must be 21 or older. Tickets, $75 each, must be purchased in advance and will not be sold at the door. (480) 481-1225 or www.dbg.org.

Maricopa County Home and Garden Show: through Sunday, Arizona State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Road. www.MaricopaCountyHomeShows.com.

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.

Saturday, Nov. 1

Dia de los Muertos Celebration: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. today and tomorrow, Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Experience this traditional Mexican holiday. Celebrate with Mexican food and pastries and live entertainment such as a ballet folklorico, mariachis and the Calacas. Fun family activities include marigold seed planting creating paper flowers or papel picado (paper cut-outs) and a Frida Kahlo activity. Local Latino artists will demonstrate and sell Mexican art and curios in the Garden's Mercado. (480) 481-1225 or www.dbg.org.

Saturday, Nov. 8

Native American Recognition Days: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. today and tomorrow, Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. In celebration of Native American Recognition Days' (NARD) 25th anniversary, the garden will host a festival dedicated to Native American culture. (480) 481-1225 or www.dbg.org.

Saturday, Nov. 15

Chiles & Chocolate Festival: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. today and tomorrow, Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway. Alluring aromas and flavors will fill the air during this culinary festival. See hot and spicy chiles roast before your eyes, sample delicious chile and chocolate products from local vendors, purchase unique Southwest gifts and enjoy cooking demonstrations. Entertainment includes Spanish Flamenco dance and Latin jazz. (480) 481-1225 or www.dbg.org.

Friday, Nov. 28

Las Noches de las Luminarias: 5:30-9:30 p.m. today through Sunday, Dec. 4-7, 11-14 and 18-23, 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. Tickets on sale in Sept. www.dbg.org or (480) 481-481-8188.

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