26 AUGUST 2019 Kettlebells and Cocktails 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. at Camelback Village Health Club, 4444 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix. Reward yourself with a refreshing beverage after a kettlebell workout at The Village. Participants will learn how to do kettlebell exercises at three separate times: 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. Professional trainers will demonstrate how to swing, squat and deadlift. After the class, guests can enjoy mimosas in the morning, sangria at noon and wine at 2. Classes are free and open to the public. For more: villageclubs.com. SUNDAY 8/25 Mitzvahs and More Expo 12-4 p.m. at The Scottsdale Plaza Resort, 7200 N. Scottsdale Road, Paradise Valley. If you’re getting ready to plan a bar/bat mitzvah or wedding in the near future, the 8th annual Mitzvahs and More Expo will have 60+ vendors ranging from entertainment, decorations, photography and caterers for you to browse. Guests can enjoy live entertainment, games, a fashion show and food trucks. This event is free. For more: mitzvahsandmoreaz.com. MONDAY 8/26 Arizona Good Food Expo 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs, 11111 N. 7th St., Phoenix. Formerly known as the Farmer + Chef Connection event, this expo will introduce all of Arizona’s good eats to chefs and consumers alike. Attendees can sample locally grown and produced food and learn the tips and tricks of Worldbeat Pop band Sugahbeat will be performing with renowned British reggae rockers UB40. Tickets are $42 at the box office, but if you buy directly from Sugahbeat you’ll get the “local” discount and pay only $25. PayPal and Venmo accepted with the tickets available at will-call or delivered directly. Email at info@sugahbeat.com for ticketing info, or direct message via Facebook or Instagram. For more: sugahbeat.com. Arizona Author Series 1 p.m. at the Polly Rosenbaum State Archives and History Building, 1901 W. Madison St., Phoenix. Join Dr. Raymond W. Grant for his presentation titled “Minerals and Gems of Arizona,” where attendees can learn about the wealth of turquoise, petrified wood, peridot, malachite and azurite that have been mined in the state. Dr. Grant knows his stuff – he even has a mineral species named in his honor. This is a free event for all ages. For more: azsos.libcal.com. FRIDAY 8/30  MONDAY 9/2 Saboten Con Times vary, at the Sheraton Grand Phoenix, 340 N. 3rd St., Phoenix. Anime lovers, your favorite event is back again. The largest Anime convention in Arizona has made its way to Phoenix. Dress in your anime best and get ready for panel discussions, a masquerade, skit contest, cosplay contest, fashion show, music, food and vendors. Events vary from day to day. Ticket prices are $15-$350. For more: sabotencon.com. CoKoCon 11 a.m. at the Doubletree Hilton Phoenix, 10220 N. Metro Pkwy., Phoenix. If you like science fiction and fantasy, you won’t want to miss the second annual CoKoCon. Held over Labor Day weekend, there will be guests of honor, an art show, charity auction, meet and greets, gaming, panels, autographs, vendor booths, a mini film festival and an ice cream social. Tickets are $25-$50. For more: cokocon.org. FRIDAY 8/31 Experience India 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix. Learn about a new culture right in your backyard with the Musical Instrument Museum. Presenting “Experience India,” where guests can will enjoy curator talks, dance performances, activities and hands-on workshops. There will also be an Indian-inspired café menu. Admission is $20 per person. For more: mim.org. sourcing locally. Plus, Charleen Badman, 2019 James Beard Award winner, will be the event’s featured speaker. Tickets are $25 for general admission. For more: goodfoodfinderaz.com. THURSDAY 8/29 Sugahbeat with UB40 6 p.m. at Marquee Theatre, 730 N. Mill Ave., Tempe. Arcadia’s own Reggae/ WHAT’S HAPPENING, ARCADIA? SEND EVENTS TO editor@arcadianews.com Sugahbeat with UB40 will be at Marquee Theatre in Tempe. JOIN US FOR NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHTS EVERY WEDNESDAY UNTIL 10PM EVERY WEDNESDAY with live music & happy hour UNTIL 10PM • Through August

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