Experience Scottsdale - (Page 29) CALENDAR OF EVENTS Jazz in the Garden Spring Concert Series March 21 – June 27, 2008 Desert Botanical Garden (Phoenix) – When the sun begins to fall, some of the Valley’s hottest jazz ensembles transform the Desert Botanical Garden into one of the coolest spots around every Friday night. Call for ticket prices. 480-941-1225 Arizona Bike Week March 28 – April 6, 2008 WestWorld – Arizona Bike Week is an 11-day motorcycle rally that promotes riding for all motorcycle enthusiasts. There will be daily charity rides, bike races, parties and other activities. Call for ticket prices. 480-644-8191 Heard Museum Guild Native American Student Art Show & Sale March 29 – April 2, 2008 Heard Museum (Phoenix) – Artwork by more than 1,000 students from throughout the United States and Canada will be on exhibit and for sale at this unique annual showcase. Art proceeds go to the student artists. Proceeds from the sale of student art note cards go toward scholarships and school art supplies. Ticket Prices: Free with museum admission. 602-252-8848 APRIL Sunday A’Fair Jan. – April 2008 Scottsdale Civic Center Mall – Sunday A’Fair, a favorite among residents and visitors, is a free afternoon arts festival that takes place on the beautiful grounds of the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall. Now in its 19th season, this festival features concerts, a diverse selection of arts and crafts and hands-on activities for children. Ticket Prices: Free. 480-994-2787 Jazz in the Garden Spring Concert Series March 21 – June 27, 2008 Desert Botanical Garden (Phoenix) – When the sun begins to fall, some of the Valley’s hottest jazz ensembles transform the Desert Botanical Garden into one of the coolest spots around every Friday night. Call for ticket prices. 480-941-1225 Sonoran Festival of Fine Arts April 4-6, 2008 Carefree Town Center – Walk along Easy Street and enjoy 80 juried artists who gather to display and sell their unique works throughout Carefree’s garden plaza. The event will feature an incredible variety of artwork completely hand-crafted by 80 nationally and locally acclaimed artists in ceramics, fiber arts, glass, gourds, jewelry, metals, mixed media, paintings, photography, sculpture, wood and more! Call for ticket prices. 480-575-6624 Scottsdale Art Auction April 5, 2008 Legacy Gallery – The Scottsdale Art Auction features paintings and sculpture by nationally recognized American, Western and sporting artists and will offer works by living and deceased masters. Call for ticket prices. 480-945-0225 Native Trails Jan. 8 – April 5, 2008 Scottsdale Civic Center Mall – Here, in the heart of downtown Scottsdale, Native American performers present traditional stories, dances and music from noon to 1:30 p.m. on most Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays (some blackout dates apply). Native foods, arts, crafts and jewelry also are featured. Call for specific performance dates or additional information. Ticket Prices: Free. 480-421-1004 Scottsdale Culinary Festival April 8-13, 2008 Scottsdale Civic Center Mall – As the longest-running festival of its kind in the United States, the Scottsdale Culinary Festival draws more than 40,000 visitors looking to enjoy fabulous food, fun and festivities – not to mention idyllic weather! This year’s festival will feature a host of events, from cooking demonstrations to a one-of-a-kind James Beard out-of-the-house dinner, and mixology cocktail events to the Food & Wine Best New Chefs Reunion Dinner. No matter what kind of culinary experience you crave, the Scottsdale Culinary Festival has something for everyone! Call for ticket prices. 480-945-7193 Region 7 Championship Arabian Horse Show at WestWorld Apr. 22-27, 2008 WestWorld – This annual event showcases some of the highest-quality Arabian horses in all disciplines. The Scottsdale ambiance and outstanding facility make this show a hit with both spectators and exhibitors. 38TH ANNUAL SCOTTSDALE ARTS FESTIVAL March 7-9, 2008 Scottsdale Civic Center Mall – Since 1971, the Scottsdale Arts Festival has established a solid reputation as one of the premier arts festivals in the country. Held every March, the Festival draws tens of thousands of visitors in a single three-day weekend. Ticket Prices: Adults $7, students $5, children under 12 free. 480-994-ARTS View the most up-to-date calendar of events at EventsInScottsdale.com 29 http://www.EventsInScottsdale.com
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