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June 2016
June 2016, page 10

NOWSELLINGIN WINDSOR The lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of is now available in Windsor! With a new energy-efficient home from Central Living by David Weekley Homes, you’ll enjoy low-maintenance living in this highly sought-aer location near Arcadia. Wake up to breathtaking views of Camelback Mountain in this intimate, luxurious community of 10 homesites that features great amenities you’ll love for years to come including: TOUROUROPENHOUSEANDMOVEINREADYHOMESORCALL    See a David Weekley Homes Sales Consultant for details. Prices, plans, dimensions, features, specifications, materials, and availability of homes or communities are subject to change without notice or obligation. Illustrations are artist’s depictions only and may differ from completed improvements. Copyright © 2016 David Weekley Homes - All Rights Reserved. 290837 Phoenix, AZ (PHXA77472) E. T h o m a s Rd. E. T h o m as Rd. N. 48 th St. N. 52 nd St . 202 101 202 51 WINDSOR 10 143 N. 44 th St. PHOENIX ZOO DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN OLDTOWN SCOTTSDALE CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN ARIZONA BILTMORE SKYHARBOR AIRPORT E. McDowell Rd. E . M c D o w e l l Rd. E. Camelback Rd. E . C a melbac k Rd. Five thoughtfully-designed floor plans, ranging in size from 2,100 – 3,400 square feet Maintain physical wellness with biking and running at nearby Arizona Canal Trail Enjoy day-long excursions at the Phoenix Zoo, or delight in an array of dining options at area resorts Gather with friends at weekend sporting events or cultural venues MOVEINREADYHOMESAVAIBLE Hours: Thursday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Page 10 June 2016 THURSDAY, JUNE 2 Phoenix Comicon Times vary, June 2-5, at the Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N. Third St., Phoenix. Let your sci-fi and comic book flag fly at this year’s Comicon event. It will feature an art auction, zombie beauty pageant, Japanese fashion show and much more. Fans will be able to meet actors from their favorite shows and enjoy panels and workshops. Dress up as your favorite character and get ready for fun. Ticket prices vary depending on the day and events. For more information, visit phoenixcomicon.com. FRIDAY, JUNE 3 Music in the Garden 7:30 p.m. at the Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix. Enjoy an evening of bluegrass and folk music as the Desert Botanical Garden showcases Run Boy Run, a local Arizona band that won Telluride’s Bluegrass Festival Band Contest. Dinner will be available for purchase. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. This event is for guests over 21. Tickets are $25 for the general public. For more information, call 480-941-1225 or visit dbg.org. SATURDAY, JUNE 4 Experience Italy 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix. Escape to Italy for a day with Experience Italy at the MIM. Guests will sample authentic Italian dishes and hear music from the culture. There will be 8-foot piano mats for guests to play a tune on, as well as a make-your-own- accordion activity. Different live musical performances will happen throughout the day. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information, call 480-478-6000 or visit mim.org. SUNDAY, JUNE 5 Phoenix Bridal Show 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Sheraton Grand Phoenix, 340 N. Third St., Phoenix. With summer weddings just around the corner, it’s time to start planning. The Phoenix Bridal Show houses your every wedding need, from catering to music to and music in the Great Hall. This event is not recommended for youngsters. For more information, call 602-258-0109. Mighty Mud Mania 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Chaparral Park, 5401 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale. Get ready to get muddy. This obstacle course features two different races, one for 7- to 12-year-olds and one for 13 years and older. Each course has mud pits, ropes and slides for kids to get messy in. There is also a Mudville pit for kids 6 and under. This event also features inflatable water slides, food vendors and a wash station. There is a $10 registration fee for the original and extreme courses. For more information, call 480-312-0205 or visit scottsdaleaz.gov. WHAT’S HAPPENING, ARCADIA? venues and more. There will be vendors, demonstrations and a fashion show. Tickets are $10 or $32 if you bring your wedding party. There are also drawings and giveaways throughout the day. For more information, call 480-874-4718 or visit phoenixbridalshow.com. SATURDAY, JUNE 11 Bloomsday Celebration 7-11 p.m. at the Irish Cultural Center, 1106 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. Celebrate Irish culture like a true Irishman at the Bloomsday Celebration. There will be a variety of foods and live music. Leopold Bloom, the character from Irish author James Joyce’s Ulysses will be commemorated. There will be readings throughout the day from Ulysses and food Phoenix Comicon Phoenix Bridal Show Mighty Mud Mania

HonorHealth.com/healthyaz Is the latest thing really the greatest thing? There’s a reason they say “ask your doctor.” Contact your HonorHealth doctor to answer your questions or call 623-580-5800 to find a doctor who can. Learn about the difference between fad diets and lifestyle changes . Page 11 June 2016 WHAT’S HAPPENING, ARCADIA? Prowl and Play 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix. It’s time for the ultimate nighttime beach party at the Phoenix Zoo. Guests will enjoy storytelling with the Moon Mermaid, a mechanical shark ride, waterslides and splash zone, sand pits, craft stations, live music and much more. There will be adult beverages for purchase with a valid ID. Tickets are $8 for the general public. For more information, call 602-286-3800 or visit phoenixzoo.org. SUNDAY, JUNE 12 Free Family Second Sunday 12-5 p.m. at the Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. Discount Tire and Phoenix Art Museum present Second Sunday, a day filled with art, music, dancing and fun for the whole family to enjoy. Each month there is a new theme for families to explore, and this month’s theme is: time. Kids can enjoy activities like creating their own works of art, learning a new dance, listening and watching musical performances, and more. This event is free. For more information, call 602-257-1880 or visit phxart.org. SATURDAY, JUNE 18 Healthy Summer Cooking Class 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Sur La Table in Kierland Commons, 7122 E. Greenway Parkway, Scottsdale. Learn how to create a delicious meal for those hot summer nights at Sur La Table’s cooking class. Participants will work together to learn new techniques, all while enjoying a sample of each item prepared. This evening’s class includes hummus, sugar snap peas, blackberry frozen yogurt and more. The class is $69 per person. For more information, call 480-998-0648 or visit surlatable.com. SATURDAY, JUNE 25 Summer of Love Birthday Bash 8 p.m. at the Rhythm Room, 1019 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. Join in on the fun at Raven Events’ birthday extravaganza. The theme this year is 1970s, so grab your most vintage outfit and head out to listen to live music from The Soul Power Band. This year, the birthday bash will benefit Dancing Classrooms Phoenix that provides ballet classes for elementary age kids. Food will be available from Dubb Ya Bee’s Barbeque. Tickets are $15. For more information, call 480-664-0228 or visit ravenevents.com. SUNDAY, JUNE 26 Summer Concert Series 7:30-9 p.m. at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, 7301 E. Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale. Come out and enjoy an evening of music and fun with the Summer Concert Series at McCormick- Stillman Railroad Park. Tonight’s music will be provided by the Southwest Surfers. This group is a Beach Boys Tribute Band, so they’ll be rockin’ the park with some of the classics we all know and love. There is also a train and carousel rides for $2. Food will be available for purchase. For more information, call 480-312-2312 or visit therailroadpark.com. Prowl and Play Free Family Second Sunday Healthy Summer Cooking Class What’s Happening? events may be submitted to editor@arcadianews.com. While we cannot guarantee inclusion in the Arcadia News print edition, you are always welcome to add your event for consideration to the online calendar on the Arcadia News website. The submission page: arcadianews.com/calendar.