50 DECEMBER 2019 SATURDAY 12/7 Skate Westgate 11 a.m. at Westgate Entertainment District, 6751 N. Sunset Blvd., Glendale. Phoenix might not have snow, but at least Glendale has ice. Guests are welcome to enjoy the 3,300 square- foot skating rink at Fountain Park in Westgate. Skating sessions are on a first-come, first-served basis. Afterward, guests can enjoy some shopping, grab a cup of hot cocoa and maybe even visit with Santa. Tickets are $15 with a rental and $12 bring-your-own. For more: westgateaz.com/skate. Winterfest 5-9 p.m. at the Avondale Civic Center Complex, 11465 W. Civic Center Dr. Winterfest means one thing – Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on their way soon. This family-fun event will have snow, kids’ games and crafts, live entertainment, food vendors and a tree lighting ceremony to kick off the countdown to Christmas. Admission is free. For more: visit the Avondale Winterfest 2019 Facebook page. Queen Creek Holiday Festival & Parade 12-8 p.m. in downtown Queen Creek, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road. Head to the 37th annual Queen Creek Holiday Festival and Parade to get the holiday spirit going. Start the day by browsing through local vendor and craft booths. The parade will start at 3 p.m. Grab a bite to eat, listen to live local entertainment, visit the kids zone, meet Santa and participate in a tree lighting ceremony. This event is free. For more: queencreekparade.org. your furry friends, too. Admission is free but parking is $10. For more: phoenixholidaypetexpo.com. SATURDAY 12/14 Hello Handmade Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Copper Trails School, 16875 W. Canyon Trails Blvd., Goodyear. Keep things home-grown with holiday shopping this year and check out the Hello Handmade with Love Marketplace. This pop-up is free for all ages. Attendees will find locally-made home decor, accessories, clothing, art, vintage items, furniture and bakers showcasing their wares. For more: hellohandmademarket.com. Vintage Holiday Market 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Park West, 9744 W. Northern Ave., Peoria. Check out the 6th annual Vintage Holiday Market, with local vendors and unique vintage trinkets. There will also be fresh produce, baked goods, activities for the kids, food trucks and entertainment. For more: visit the Vintage Holiday at the Peoria Farmers Market Facebook page. Phoenix Christmas Car Show 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at 614 E. Auto Center Dr., Mesa. Benefitting Toys for Tots, SAT. 12/7  SUN. 12/8 Holiday Pet Expo 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Rawhide Event Center, 5244 S. 48th St., Chandler. Holidays aren’t just for the humans anymore. This event will showcase all things pet-related, including exhibitors, giveaways, an adoption area, vaccinations, free nail trims, pet products, activities and educational seminars. Bring along OUT OF THE AREA, BUT WORTH THE DRIVE Skate Westgate at Westgate Entertainment District in Glendale. Representing students of Arizona universities, community colleges and high schools, as well as other emerging Arizona artists since 1993. 480.946.5076 . artonegalleryinc.com . 4130 n marshall way . scottsdale COME OUT FOR ARTWALK ON THURSDAY NIGHTS! “Within the Lines” by Scott Harding • 60” x 60” x 1.5” • oil on canvas Eligibility restrictions may apply. Management reserves the right to modify or cancel this promotion at any time. Locally owned and caringly operated by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. talkingstickresort.com SpaElevate_ArcadiaNews_5x6.indd 1 10/24/19 12:37 PM

51 DECEMBER 2019 this classic car show will even get the Scrooges excited for Christmas. Attendees will get a raffle ticket for each toy donated. Check out various classic cars while enjoying photos with Santa, a vendor village, food trucks and music. For more: visit the Phoenix Christmas Car Show Facebook page. Open Farm Day 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Desert Mirage Alpaca Ranch, 19007 W. Roadrunner Road, Wittmann. Spend a Saturday visiting with the alpacas at Desert Mirage. Folks are welcome to take a tour of the farm, meet a few of the alpacas living there, and shop at the alpaca gift store, with clothing, jewelry and toys. Guests might even get to take a photo with Santa and his alpaca-sidekick. For more: desertmiragealpacaranch.com. SUNDAY 12/15 Kids in the Kitchen 12:15-2 p.m. at Chabad of the East Valley, 875 N. McClintock Dr., Chandler. It’s time for the kids to take over the kitchen. Attendees will get down to the basics of cooking and decorating their own creations. This month’s treat is sufganiyah, which is a jelly doughnut-type pastry. Kids will get to take home their creations and collect recipes in their very own kosher recipe book. Classes are $12 per person. For more: chabadcenter.com. Healthy Holidays Vegan Cooking Class 2-4:30 p.m. in Ahwatukee Foothills. Join author and chef Tess Challis for a vegan cooking class that will excite guests with any palate. Students will prepare eggnog, holiday hummus, caramel corn, almost-raw blueberry cheesecake Christmas tree. Guests can browse through a variety of local vendors, enjoy holiday displays and treats and visit with Santa. This is a free event. For more: themesachristmasmarket.com. SUNDAY 12/22 Santa Hustle 5K 8-11 a.m. at the Westgate Entertainment District, 6751 N. Sunset Blvd., Glendale. Runners are encouraged to dress up in Santa hats and check out the holiday decorations while participating in the 5K, 10K or Kids Dash. There will be an awards ceremony and post-race celebration with milk and cookies. Registration is $70 for the half-marathon and $50 for the 5K. For more: santahustle.com. Brunch with the Grinch 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Skateland, 7 E. Southern Ave., Mesa. Join Skateland in welcoming the Grinch for the day. Attendees can enjoy a buffet of all- you-can-eat pizza (that’s right, pizza for breakfast!), fruit and pastries. Make sure to get a photo with the Grinch before heading into the rink for music, skating and fun. Admission is $8; $5 for non- skaters. For more: unitedskates.com. and phyllo-wrapped asparagus. Classes are $59 per person. Location of event will be confirmed after registration. For more: tesschallis.com/events. FRIDAY 12/20 Mesa Christmas Market 5-9 p.m. in downtown Mesa, 1st N. MacDonald Road. This outdoor marketplace has holiday spirit packed to the brim. Part of the Merry St. Main festival, the Christmas Market will be set up near a fully decorated 35-foot OUT OF THE AREA, BUT WORTH THE DRIVE SEND EVENTS TO editor@arcadianews.com Kids in the Kitchen at Chabad of the East Valley in Chandler.