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Wednesday May 16, 2012

Signature Events

Greg Lake

May 16, 2012

An intimate performance of one of the greatest voices and musical minds of a generation. Greg Lake is embarking on a world tour, "Songs of a Lifetime", an intimate autobiographical musical journey in song and story. Included are many of the best-known songs from Emerson Lake and Palmer and King Crimson, along with story-teller style commentary by Greg about his entire life and career. This rare and intimate performance is a crowd pleaser.

"Pinkalicious, the Musical"

May 16, 2012 - May 25, 2012

Based on the book "Pinkalicious" by Elizabeth and Victoria Kann, Pinkalicious, the Musical is about a little girl with a love for all things pink. Pinkalicious can't stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor's office with Pinkititis, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe - a dream come true for this pink loving enthusiast. But when her hue goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out a way to get out of this... more

"A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline"

May 16, 2012 - May 26, 2012

Broadway Palm celebrates a country legend's climb from her humble Virginia beginnings to stardom at The Grand Ole Opry, Las Vegas and Carnegie Hall. A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline is the show that charms country-music fans and non-country music fans alike with over 20 of Patsy Cline's popular hits, including the title song.

On-Going Events

Olive Oil 101 Tour

May 16, 2012

This fun, educational, and informative 30-minute tour will teach you the history of the farm and mill, how the signature oils are made, and the importance of local products and sustainable farming. After the tour, you can taste the oils, stuffed olives, and tapenades, then purchase your favorites in the gourmet marketplace! Pick up a few recipe cards to take home too!

"Funny Money"

May 16, 2012 - May 20, 2012

On his birthday Henry Perkins, a mild-mannered CPA, is heading home looking forward to his birthday dinner. On the tube train he accidentally picks up the wrong briefcase-one stuffed with money. He assumes it is illicit cash, and decides to keep it. He books one-way fares to Barcelona and tells his confused wife to leave everything behind. As they wait for their taxi two police detectives arrive and Henry finds himself in a hilarious and increasingly complicated series of fibs to avoid getting ... more

Discover Mesa Arts Center

May 16, 2012 - June 06, 2012
  • Location: Mesa Arts Center
  • Address: 1 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ 85201
  • Venue: Mesa Arts Center
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Wednesday
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Campus tour includes a tour of all theaters, art studios, Mesa Contemporary Arts, and the Shadow Walk. Reservations are required; please make reservations by noon the Tuesday prior. Please allow at least one hour to one hour and fifteen minutes for a complete tour of the campus and wear comfortable walking shoes. No tours will be scheduled on public holidays. Mesa Arts Center will make every effort to visit each of the four theaters and the Art Studios on the first level. Because... more

Rulers of the Prehistoric Skies

May 16, 2012 - February 16, 2013
  • Location: Arizona Museum of Natural History
  • Address: 53 N. Macdonald, Mesa, AZ 85201
  • Venue: Arizona Museum of Natural History
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
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Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No it’s a Pterosaur!!!! From the size of a sparrow to the size of an airplane meet the flying reptiles from Earth's distant past as they soar into the Arizona Museum of Natural History. The exhibition “Rulers of the Prehistoric Skies” is an ongoing exhibit. Pterosaurs were the coolest things that were ever in the air; and they were the first vertebrates to fly. They did it long before birds and bats. And in terms of size, they pushed the envelope w... more

Thursday May 17, 2012

Signature Events

Strong!

May 17, 2012

Weightlifter Cheryl Haworth struggles to defend her champion status as her lifetime weightlifting career inches towards its inevitable end.

"Pinkalicious, the Musical"

May 17, 2012 - May 25, 2012

Based on the book "Pinkalicious" by Elizabeth and Victoria Kann, Pinkalicious, the Musical is about a little girl with a love for all things pink. Pinkalicious can't stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor's office with Pinkititis, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe - a dream come true for this pink loving enthusiast. But when her hue goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out a way to get out of this... more

"A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline"

May 17, 2012 - May 26, 2012

Broadway Palm celebrates a country legend's climb from her humble Virginia beginnings to stardom at The Grand Ole Opry, Las Vegas and Carnegie Hall. A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline is the show that charms country-music fans and non-country music fans alike with over 20 of Patsy Cline's popular hits, including the title song.

On-Going Events

Olive Oil 101 Tour

May 17, 2012

This fun, educational, and informative 30-minute tour will teach you the history of the farm and mill, how the signature oils are made, and the importance of local products and sustainable farming. After the tour, you can taste the oils, stuffed olives, and tapenades, then purchase your favorites in the gourmet marketplace! Pick up a few recipe cards to take home too!

Yoga - Connect in Nature!

May 17, 2012
  • Location: Usery Mountain Regional Park
  • Address: 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd., Mesa, AZ 85207
  • Venue: Usery Mountain Regional Park
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
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Connect with nature in Usery Park’s Nature Center by exploring your breath before a desert hike. Improve your balance for a bike ride through easy-to-learn, fundamental yoga postures. This all-levels class for both beginners and experienced yogis sets the tone for your day of hiking, riding or…yes, even your workday! Please join Inner Vision Yoga and their certified instructors for inspiring yoga. Sign up for these fee-based classes at www.innervisionyoga.com or drop into the park.... more

"Funny Money"

May 17, 2012 - May 20, 2012

On his birthday Henry Perkins, a mild-mannered CPA, is heading home looking forward to his birthday dinner. On the tube train he accidentally picks up the wrong briefcase-one stuffed with money. He assumes it is illicit cash, and decides to keep it. He books one-way fares to Barcelona and tells his confused wife to leave everything behind. As they wait for their taxi two police detectives arrive and Henry finds himself in a hilarious and increasingly complicated series of fibs to avoid getting ... more

Rulers of the Prehistoric Skies

May 17, 2012 - February 16, 2013
  • Location: Arizona Museum of Natural History
  • Address: 53 N. Macdonald, Mesa, AZ 85201
  • Venue: Arizona Museum of Natural History
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
  • Visit Website

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No it’s a Pterosaur!!!! From the size of a sparrow to the size of an airplane meet the flying reptiles from Earth's distant past as they soar into the Arizona Museum of Natural History. The exhibition “Rulers of the Prehistoric Skies” is an ongoing exhibit. Pterosaurs were the coolest things that were ever in the air; and they were the first vertebrates to fly. They did it long before birds and bats. And in terms of size, they pushed the envelope w... more

Friday May 18, 2012

Signature Events

Animal "Hide and Seek" Flashlight Walk

May 18, 2012

We are the nocturnal animals of the desert and we like to hide. Help Ranger B find us if you can! If you would like to learn about us and enjoy a night walk in the desert, then join Ranger B as he takes you on this exciting one-mile/one-hour walk along the Merkle Trail. The Merkle Trail offers universal access and the hard-smooth surface of this trail will accommodate wheelchairs and strollers. Please bring water a flashlight, and closed-toe shoes. No pets, please. Meet at Area 6.

Improv Showcase: High School Improv League All Stars vs. the Pros of National Comedy Theatre

May 18, 2012

This year's High School Improv Leage Champs, Horizon High Schools 56th Street Comedy Club, have earned the priveledge of challenging the professional team from National Comedy Theatre on the main stage at NCT! This hilarious, spontaneous match up is fun, funny, and appropriate for all ages! Have the students become the masters?

"Pinkalicious, the Musical"

May 18, 2012 - May 25, 2012

Based on the book "Pinkalicious" by Elizabeth and Victoria Kann, Pinkalicious, the Musical is about a little girl with a love for all things pink. Pinkalicious can't stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor's office with Pinkititis, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe - a dream come true for this pink loving enthusiast. But when her hue goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out a way to get out of this... more

"A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline"

May 18, 2012 - May 26, 2012

Broadway Palm celebrates a country legend's climb from her humble Virginia beginnings to stardom at The Grand Ole Opry, Las Vegas and Carnegie Hall. A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline is the show that charms country-music fans and non-country music fans alike with over 20 of Patsy Cline's popular hits, including the title song.

On-Going Events

Olive Oil 101 Tour

May 18, 2012

This fun, educational, and informative 30-minute tour will teach you the history of the farm and mill, how the signature oils are made, and the importance of local products and sustainable farming. After the tour, you can taste the oils, stuffed olives, and tapenades, then purchase your favorites in the gourmet marketplace! Pick up a few recipe cards to take home too!

"Funny Money"

May 18, 2012 - May 20, 2012

On his birthday Henry Perkins, a mild-mannered CPA, is heading home looking forward to his birthday dinner. On the tube train he accidentally picks up the wrong briefcase-one stuffed with money. He assumes it is illicit cash, and decides to keep it. He books one-way fares to Barcelona and tells his confused wife to leave everything behind. As they wait for their taxi two police detectives arrive and Henry finds himself in a hilarious and increasingly complicated series of fibs to avoid getting ... more

Rulers of the Prehistoric Skies

May 18, 2012 - February 16, 2013
  • Location: Arizona Museum of Natural History
  • Address: 53 N. Macdonald, Mesa, AZ 85201
  • Venue: Arizona Museum of Natural History
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
  • Visit Website

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No it’s a Pterosaur!!!! From the size of a sparrow to the size of an airplane meet the flying reptiles from Earth's distant past as they soar into the Arizona Museum of Natural History. The exhibition “Rulers of the Prehistoric Skies” is an ongoing exhibit. Pterosaurs were the coolest things that were ever in the air; and they were the first vertebrates to fly. They did it long before birds and bats. And in terms of size, they pushed the envelope w... more

Saturday May 19, 2012

Signature Events

"Venomous Reptiles" with Reptile Expert, Cale Morris

May 19, 2012

Join reptile expert, Cale Morris, from the Phoenix Herpetological Society for this exciting presentation of live venomous reptiles! Cale will be bringing several different rattlesnakes and a gila monster with him. Bring your curiosities and questions to Usery Park and discover lots of cool things about these rockin’ reptiles! Location: Nature Center.

1st Annual Arizona Prepper/Survivalist Expo

May 19, 2012

Learn why the Red Cross, state governments, and first responders nationwide are urging private citizens to prep themselves for uncertainties and emergency scenarios. This one day event invites people of all ages interested in emergency preparedness and survival skills education to attend! Meet Arizona’s top survival preparedness vendors, preview and obtain NEW emergency preparedness products, talk with experts, and meet other like-minded citizens interested in protecting themselves and th... more

Island Kine Festival and Concert

May 19, 2012

A variety of vendors will be selling island handicrafts and serving delicious food. A live performance stage with entertainment throughout the hours of the event is scheduled. Various popular artists will be booked for a Saturday evening concert for the affair.

Peach Festival

May 19, 2012 - May 20, 2012
  • Location: Schnepf Farms
  • Address: 24810 S. Rittenhouse Rd., Queen Creek, AZ 85242
  • Venue: Schnepf Farms
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday, Saturday
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Life is Peachy at Schnepf Farms!  A weekend of peach food sampling, activities including peach pit spit, pie eating contest, celebrity chef demonstrations, peachy sampling tent, and peachy pancake breakfast. Also featuring train rides through the orchard ($3), U-Pick peaches, and a Country Store & Bakery.

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