Entertainment Calendar (6/13)

Friday, June 13

Summer musical performance by Maureen Conlin of Happy Notes Music: 10 to 11 a.m. June 13, 25 and Aug. 29, Borders Books and Music, 1361 S. Alma School Road, Mesa. Designed for children ages 2 to 7. Free and open to the public. Maureen, (602) 820-1900 or www.happynotesmusic.com.

Jazz in the Garden Spring Concert Series: 7:30 to 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.

Oliver!: through July 26, Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 5247 E. Brown Road, Mesa. This musical retelling of Dickens' Oliver Twist is perfect summer entertainment for the entire family. Adult ticket prices range from $45 to $54 and include a buffet meal.  Tickets for children 12 and under are $22. Show Only seats are available for $25. Purchase tickets online at www.broadwaypalmwest.com or by calling the box office at (480) 325-6700.

Desert Vista Illusion and Fantasy art exhibition: through June 30, The Coffee Buzz, 4804 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 110. Artwork by students from the Desert Vista High School art department is on display.

Mesa Contemporary Arts Summer Exhibit Classical Illusion: today through Aug. 10, Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa. Features the work of artists Connie Imboden (photography) and Neil Bororwicz (sculpture). Exhibition contains nudity. Admission is $3.50, free for children ages 7 and under. (480) 644-6500 or www.mesaartscenter.com.

Saturday, June 14

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

Legendary Supergroup Return To Forever in concert: 8 p.m., Dodge Theatre, 400 W. Washington St. www.livenation.com. Upcoming shows: 7:30 p.m. June 18, Jimmy Eat World and special guests; 7 p.m. June 24, 311 & Snoop Dogg Unity Tour 2008 with special guests Fiction Plane.

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

Lunchtime Theater: Not In Polite Company: doors open 11:40 a.m. today through June 19, June 24 to 26, Herberger Theater Company, 222 E. Monroe St. Presented by the Improbable Theatre Company. Take an irreverent look at life in and out of the doctor's office, because sometimes laughter is the only medicine. Bring your own lunch or pre-order a box lunch catered by Coffea Café. Tickets are $6 and can be purchased at the door.  Enter at 3rd Street and Van Buren underneath the canopy. Call (602) 373-6570, fax to (602) 271-0484 or submit online lunch orders by 9 a.m. day of performance. View the menu at http://www.coffeacafe.com/LTTMENU-onlineform.htm. Seats and meals are held until 12:05 p.m.

Taj Mahal And Blues Master Keb' Mo': 8 p.m., Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St. www.celebritytheatre.com or (602) 267-1600, ext.1. All tickets are subject to a surcharge.

The Tom Waits Tour, "Glitter and Doom" today and tomorrow, Orpheum Theater, 203 W. Adams St. www.livenation.com.

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 www.asugammage.com.

Thursday, June 19

70th Annual Miss Arizona Scholarship Pageant: preliminaries 7:30 p.m. tonight and tomorrow, finals 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Gilbert High School, 1101 E. Elliot Road. Sixteen local titleholders will compette in interview, talent, evening wear and swim wear. The winner will represent Arizona in the Miss America competition in Las Vegas. Tickets: (480) 202-7980. www.miss-arizona.org.

Friday, June 20

Summer musical performance by Maureen Conlin of Happy Notes Music: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. June 20, July 15 and Aug. 8, Borders Books and Music, Chandler Pavillions, 870 N. 54th Street, Chandler. Designed for children ages 2 to 7. Free and open to the public. Maureen, (602) 820-1900 or www.happynotesmusic.com.

The Grid II all-photography exhibit: 6-9 p.m. opening artists' reception, Trunk Space, 1506 NW Grand Ave. Additional receptions:  6-10 p .m. July 4, 6-9 p.m. July 18 and 6-10 p.m. Aug. 1. Free. (602) 256-6006 or www.thetrunkspace.com.

The Secret Garden: tonight through June 28, Chandler-Gilbert Community College, 2626 E. Pecos Road, Chandler. Performances (held in the Performing Arts Center):  7:30 p.m. tonight, 2 and 7:30 p.m. June 21, 7:30 p.m. June 23 and 27, 2 and 7:30 p.m. June 28. Ahwatukee Foothills cast members include Stephanie Mello, Annie Walimaa, Rachel Marquez, Cullen Law, Amy Coulter, Dawn Chin and Ashley Rehn. Tickets are $10 general admission, $9 for seniors and $7 with a student I.D. and are available by calling (480) 732-7343.

Jazz in the Garden Spring Concert Series: 7:30 to 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.

Tim Mcgraw ‘08 Live Your Voice Tour' with special guests Jason Aldean and Halfway to Hazard: 7:30 p.m., Cricket Wireless Pavilion, 2121 N. 83rd Ave. 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.  

Saturday, June 21

Crosby, Stills & Nash in concert: 8 p.m., Dodge Theatre, 400 W. Washington St. Tickets are $31 to $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.

Sunday, 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 are $50 to $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 www.asugammage.com.

Wednesday, June 25

Summer musical performance by Maureen Conlin of Happy Notes Music: 3:30 to 4 p.m. June 25 and July 23, Wildflower Bread Company, Wildflower Kids, 3425 E. Baseline Road, Gilbert. Designed for children ages 2 to 7. Includes free cookie and milk. Free and open to the public. Maureen, (602) 820-1900 or www.happynotesmusic.com.

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 are $46 to $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.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents Over The Top: today through June 29, US Airways Center, 201 E. Jefferson St. The all-new live entertainment extravaganza features the ultimate tug of war between Ringmaster Chuck Wagner and clown eccentric Tom Dougherty over a magical top hat that controls the circus. Show times: 7 p.m. tonight; 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 11 a.m., 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday; 1 and 5 p.m. Sunday. Tickets, $13-$80, are available at the box office or through Ticketmaster at (480) 784-4444 or www.Ticketmaster.com. Show information: www.Ringling.com.

Thursday, June 26

Ahwatukee Children's Theatre presents Disney's Beauty and the Beast: June 26 through Sunday, June 29, Herberger Theatre, 222 E. Monroe St. Be sure to stay after the show for pictures with the cast. Show times: 7 p.m. tonight, noon and 7 p.m. tomorrow, 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $5 to $25, available at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling the box office at (602) 254-7399. Information: (480) 705-9319 or www.azact.org.

Ahwatukee Foothills Band 17th annual summer concert: 7:30 p.m., Ahwatukee Recreation Center, 5001 E. Cheyene Dr. Free. (480) 893-2549 or www.arcaz.net.

Joe Bonamassa in concert: 7:30 p.m., Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe. www.livenation.com.

Friday, June 27

Dear Ruth: closes today, Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert. 1940s romantic comedy. Performances: 3 and 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays. $17-$19. (480) 497-1181.

Opening reception for local artist Michael Long: 6 to 9 p.m., The CoffeeBuzz, 4804 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 110. (480) 393-3430.

Coin, Currency, Jewelry and Stamp Expo: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. today, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. tomorrow, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Fiesta Inn & Resort, 2100 S. Priest Drive, Tempe. Free appraisals available. Tickets (good for come and go all three days): $3 for adults, $2 for seniors, free for children under 14. Free parking. www.bickinternational.com.

Jazz in the Garden Spring Concert Series: 7:30 to 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.

Saturday, June 28

MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 29 and 29, Firebird Raceway, 20000 S. Maricopa Road. Features the world's top pro wakeboarders performing rail tricks and aerial stunts, while maneuvering on the water at a speed of approximately 25 mph. On land, fans will experience great food and music, athlete autograph signings, chances to win free gear and shopping at the most cutting-edge stores for water-sports equipment and fashions. Tickets: $10 general admission, $5 for ages 6 to 12 and free for ages 5 and under. To purchase tickets in advance, visit www.prowakeboardtour.com. General admission tickets are buy one get one free online only until June 27.

Arizona Babies and Children Expo: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. tomorrow, University of Phoenix Stadium, 1 Cardinals Drive, Glendale. "Everything kids" from pregnancy to school years. Childcare services provided. Tickets: $10 for adults, $7 for children 4 to 12, free for children age 3 and under. Free parking. Discount prices and more information online at www.arizonababiesandchildrenexpo.com.

Sunday, June 29

Lee Ann Womack in concert: 8 p.m., Wild Horse Pass Casino Showroom, I-10 East and Wild Horse Pass Boulevard, (exit 162) one exit pass Chandler Boulevard. 21-and-older show. Tickets - Red level $65, White level $50 and Blue level $35 - are available at the Wild Horse Pass and Vee Quiva Casino Gift Shops (receive a $10 discount coupon when you show your Players Club Card at the Players Club Booth). Or purchase tickets online at ticketforce.com at regular price. No recording devices will be permitted during the concert. 1-800-WIN-GILA or www.WinGilaRiver.com.

O.A.R.: Dodge Theater, 440 W. Washington St. "All Sides Summer Tour." www.ticketmaster.com/artist/705403&tabs=mtou.

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.

Tuesday, July 1

Grammy award-winners Robert Plant and Alison Krauss in concert: 7:30 p.m., Dodge Theatre, 400 W. Washington St. Tickets are $45 to $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.

Wednesday, July 2

Downtown Chandler Art Walk: 5 to 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.

Sunday, July 6

Christian Rock's Mercyme in concert: Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St. www.celebritytheatre.com or (602) 267-1600, ext.1. All tickets are subject to a surcharge. Upcoming shows: 9 p.m. July 11, Chippendales Ultimate Girls Night Out; 8 p.m. Oct. 10, Randy Travis; Nov. 2. Travis Tritt, with Marty Stuart.

Thursday, July 10

Summer musical performance by Maureen Conlin of Happy Notes Music: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Brilliant Sky Toys and Books, Chandler Boulevard and 48th Street. Designed for children ages 2 to 7. Free and open to the public. Maureen, (602) 820-1900 or www.happynotesmusic.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.

South Pacific: today through Aug. 10, Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre, 4720 N. Scottsdale Road. (480) 483-1664 or www.desertstages.com.

Thursday, July 17

Summer musical performance by Maureen Conlin of Happy Notes Music: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Kid to Kid, 5030 E. Ray Road. Designed for children ages 2 to 7. Free and open to the public. Maureen, (602) 820-1900 or www.happynotesmusic.com.

NOW: Selections from the Ovitz Family Collection exhibition: today through Sept. 28, Arizona State University Art Museum, Tenth Street and Mill Avenue, Tempe. Featuring a group of international contemporary artists, the exhibition showcases artworks that are fresh from the artists' studios. Dating from 2006 to 2008, the works illustrate the most recent trends in contemporary art. http://asuartmuseum.asu.edu/ovitz2008.

Friday, Aug. 1

Maricopa County Home & Garden Show: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. today and tomorrow, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, University of Phoenix Stadium, 1 Cardinals Drive, Glendale. Admission: $5 for adults, $2 for ages 3 to 12, free for those 2 and under. www.MaricopaCountyHomeShows.com.

Friday, Aug. 15

Martina McBride "Waking Up Laughing Tour" with special guests Jack Ingram and Chris Young: Cricket Wireless Pavilion. Reserved tickets, $33.50-$58.50, and reserved four-pack at $120, available at the box office, www.livenation.com, Dodge Theatre box office and all Ticketmaster outlets. To charge by phone, call (480) 784-4444.

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 Sept. 7, Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave. (602) 252-8848 or www.heard.org.

Friday, Sept. 26

Corks & Cactus: 6:30 to 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. 3

ZooFari 2008: 7-11 p.m., Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Parkway. Guests also will enjoy delicacies from the Valley's top restaurants and purveyors of fine wine and spirits. Individual tickets are $225 per person and go on sale July 7. Proceeds will be used to help build a new exhibit and night house for the Zoo's Bornean orangutans. www.phoenixzoo.org or (602) 914-4333.

Friday, Oct. 24

The Great Pumpkin Festival: 10 a.m. to 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. to 3 p.m. Nov. 1 and 2, 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. to 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. to 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.

Wednesday, Nov. 26

Coldplay, "Viva La Vida" North American Tour: Jobing.com Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale. www.livenation.com.

Friday, Nov. 28

Las Noches de las Luminarias: 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. today through Sunday, Dec. 4 to 7, 11 to 14 and 18 to 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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