30 OCTOBER 2017 ARCAD A NEWS By Megan Forrester It’s finally nearing time to pull out those cozy knitted sweaters and sip on your pumpkin-flavored coffee. But during this season, it can be overwhelming to choose from a plethora of activities all over the Valley. Fret no more, for here are four festivals in the Arcadia area that are sure to leave you and your family smiling. BARKOWEEN 4900 E. Indian School Road, 85018 Is your dog not receiving any attention for its Halloween costume? Then join the Arcadia O.H.S.O Eatery and Nano Brewery on October 30 for a chance to let your pups shine all their Halloween spirit. There will be a contest along with prizes for the best-dressed, as well as a professional dog photographer for your furry-friend to strut in their wicked wardrobes. First place receives $45 towards a bath or groom service of choice, so get your best friend’s costume ready to become top dog! For more: ohsobrewery.com ARCADIA NEIGHBORHOOD PICNIC 5002 E. Camelback Road, 85018 No picnic basket required, only your appetite! Come to the Shemer Art Center to participate in G.A.I.N -Getting Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods. Join people from all over Arcadia for with a good, old-fashioned picnic. This family event from 2-5 p.m. includes hamburgers, hot dogs, popcorn, and games while also a chance to meet city officials as well as fire first responders. For more: acmna.org DIA DE LOS MUERTOS PHOENIX FESTIVAL 300 E. Indian School Road, 85012 Looking to have fun while getting a taste of a southwest tradition? Come to the Steele Indian School Park on October 29 for the Annual Dia De Los Muertos Phoenix Festival, where the theme of the celebration is life. Immerse yourself in the vendor booths of Latino art, while the little ones are decorating sugar skulls, getting their faces painted and enjoying a musical petting zoo. Stay til the end to see La Procesión, where performers join the audience in an unforgettable experience filled with music and dancing, followed by a moment of silence dedicated to ancestors who have passed. For more: diadelosmuertosphx.com PUMPKIN PAINTING PARTY 4165 N. Craftsman Ct., 85251 Decorating pumpkins just rose to a whole new level. At the Brush Bar in Old Town Scottsdale, come for an open studio on October 22 at 2:30 in the afternoon for painting the key decoration for this season. Bring your own pumpkins and have access to spooky music, festive snacks, and all the painting supplies your Halloween heart desires. Be sure to wear ghostly attire while painting your masterpiece, as costumes are greatly encouraged. For more: thebrushbar.com Arcadia area family fall festivities Barkoween Pumpkin Painting Party PHOENIX COUNTRY CLUB SEVENTH STREET & THOMAS ROAD HOST VENUE OF THE CHARLES SCHWAB CUP CHAMPIONSHIP FINALE NOVEMBER 8 – 12, 2017 For tickets, visit Schwabcup.com O A S I S URBAN A N (602) 636-9823 MGrass@PhoenixCountryClub.com PhoenixCountryClub.com