46 MARCH 2020 SUNDAY 3/1 Tres Rios Nature Festival 10 a.m. at Base and Meridian Wildlife Area, 7602 S. Avondale Blvd., Avondale. Become one with nature with outdoor activities such as guided bird tours, canoeing on the river, archery and fishing at the Tres Rios Nature Festival. This event showcases the history and culture of the Gila River drainage, which is made up of the Gila, Salt and Agua Fria rivers. There will also be live music and a beer garden for the grownups. Admission is free. For more: tresriosnaturefestival.com. FRI. 3/6  SUN. 3/8 Maricopa Home and Landscaping Show 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the University of Phoenix Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale. Calling all home improvement DIY-ers and everyone in between. For folks looking for ways to spruce up their home or garden, this is the place to start. There will be over 100 exhibitors, plus seminars, classes, painting and wine tastings – everything from A to Z to give your home or garden that new look. Tickets are $8 per person. For more: maricopacountyhomeshows.com. Mountain Bike Festival Times vary, at the Posse Grounds Park, 525 Posse Ground Road, Sedona. Mountain bike enthusiasts rejoice – the Mountain Bike Festival is back. This event is three days packed full of rides, fresh trails, yoga sessions, demos, vendors, live music, a beer garden and a whole lot of ground to camp out during the festival. Tickets to the event are $25 for adults. For more: golakehavasu.com. SATURDAY 3/7 Dog Days of Glendale 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Murphy Park, 58th and Glenn Ave., Glendale. This day is for the dogs. There will be over 45 pet-related vendors, pet blessings, adoptions, free dog yoga classes, an interactive fun zone, K-9 training demonstrations, pet food sampling and treats for humans and their four- legged best friends. This event is free for all ages. For more: visit the Dog Days of Glendale 2020 Facebook page. SAT. 3/7  SUN. 3/8 Chili Cook Off 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Ahwatukee Park, 4700 E. Warner Road, Phoenix. Get your belly ready for three days of chili goodness. Chili aficionados from across the country will be showcasing their skills in four categories, and guests can vote for their favorite. There will also be a kid zone with bounce houses, live music, drinks and food available. This is a free event. For more: ahwatukeecommunitycenter.com. cover. Single day passes are $50 and three-day passes are $120. For more: sedonamtbfestival.com. Bluegrass at the Beach Festival 10 a.m. daily at Lake Havasu State Park, 699 London Bridge Road. Bluegrass on the Beach festival is all about the music, with bands on and off the stage, as well workshops, arts and crafts, a food and beer garden and games and activities for the kids. Guests are also welcome to OUT OF THE AREA, BUT WORTH THE DRIVE Mountain Bike Festival at Posse Grounds Park in Sedona. Religious Instruction • Strong Academics • Cutting Edge Technology • Service Learning Leadership Programs • PE and Interscholastic Sports • Instrumental and Vocal Music “Arts Attack” Program • School Nurse • Bus Transportation Available Reading with our chapel buddies sets us apart! Schedule a tour for the 2020-2021 school year! 3901 East Indian School Road • 602-957-7010 • www.clsphx.org CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Christian Values. Quality Education. Preschool through Grade 8 Desert Valley Pediatrics - Arcadia 4840 E Indian School Rd, #100, Phoenix, AZ 85018 623-877-PEDS (7337) • www.dvpeds.com M – F 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Phones open at 8:00 AM) We do prenatal meet and greets! SPECIALIZING IN: • Newborns & Infants • Well Child Exams • Sports/Camp Physicals • Immunizations Arcadia QUALITY CARE • CONVENIENCE • REPUTATION Christopher Spiekerman, DO Ann Oland, MD Kristen Stanley, DO FLU SHOTS NOW AVAILABLE @dvpedsAR Call now to schedule same day appointment!

47 MARCH 2020 FRI. 3/13  SUN. 3/15 Ostrich Festival 11 a.m.-12 a.m. on Friday, 10 a.m.-12 a.m. on Saturday, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. on Sunday, at Tumbleweed Park, 2250 S. McQueen Road, Chandler. The 32nd annual Ostrich Festival is back with national and local musical acts, a reptile show, pig, dog and ostrich races, a science show, petting zoo, storybook time, carnival rides and food trucks. Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for kids. For more: ostrichfestival.com. Roots N’ Boots 8 a.m. at Horseshoe Park, 20464 E. Riggs Road, Queen Creek. Break out your cowboy boots and head to Queen Creek for the Roots N’ Boots Rodeo and carnival. Along with rides and games, there will be mutton busting, a vendor market, pony rides, petting zoo, live entertainment, performances, rodeo show and a dance on Saturday to cap off the day’s activities. Tickets are $16 for the rodeo’s general admission. For more: rootsnboots.org. SAT. 3/14 Kiss Me I’m Irish Run 6:30 a.m. at Westgate, 6751 N. Sunset Blvd., Glendale. Before you indulge in St. Patty’s Day festivities, head to Westgate for the annual Kiss Me I’m Irish Run. Dress in green and run the half marathon, 4K or 8K. There will also be a Kilt Run on March 13 for those who want to start their weekend off supporting a good cause – proceeds will go to a cancer charity. There will be live music, drink specials and finisher’s medals at the conclusion of the race. Registration is $35-$75. For more: irishrunaz.com. SATURDAY 3/21 Arizona Bao and Dumpling Festival 12:30 p.m. at Dr. AJ Chandler Park, 178 E. Commonwealth Ave., Chandler. Bao and dumpling fans, this festival is dedicated to the best. There will be multiple restaurants and vendors offering dishes for $5 or under. Guests can also enjoy games, a curated marketplace with local artists, Boba, desserts and other Asian dishes will be available. Tickets are $8. For more: visit the Arizona Bao and Dumpling Festival Facebook page. Gilbert Pizza Festival 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Civic Center, 50 E. Civic Center Dr., Gilbert. Come out and enjoy a slice (or two) at the inaugural Gilbert Pizza Festival. This event will feature 15 pizza makers, dessert stations, lawn games, live bands, and a craft zone where kids can make pizzas out of various materials. Pizza makers will serve $2-$4 slices or full pies. Arizona Wilderness craft beers will also be available. Tickets are $10. For more: gilbertpizzafest.com. SAT. 3/14  SUN. 3/15 Tucson Festival of Books 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. at the University of Arizona Campus, Tucson. Get ready to turn the page to a new adventure at the Tucson Festival of Books. There will be 15 stages with 350 authors showcasing their works. There will also be poetry readings, character meetings, a live musical performance and books available for purchase. This event is free aside from certain lectures/shows. For more: tucsonfestivalofbooks.org. OUT OF THE AREA, BUT WORTH THE DRIVE SEND EVENTS TO editor@arcadianews.com Ostrich Festival at Tumbleweed Park in Chandler. DUI CLASSES ONLINE! 3200 N Hayden Rd ~ Suite 170 - Just South of Osborn Rd 480.429.9044 SCOTTSDALETREATMENT.COM HOME • OFFICE TRAVEL ANYWHERE YOU CAN “LOG ON!” ONLINE SERVICES: COURT & MVD MANDATED DUI SCREENINGS SR22 INSURANCE • DUI COURSES 24/7/365 ALCOHOL SCREENINGS, EDUCATION & TREATMENT ARIZONA’S FIRST ONLINE DUI SERVICES Compare our rates. CALL US LAST! Classes available 24/7/365!