JANUARY 2025 6 Dog Days at the Garden 8-11 a.m. at Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. Start your day on the right paw at the Desert Botanical Garden. Bring the whole family (dogs included) for a walk on the trails. Meet new friends, pose for photos, learn about pet nonprofits, shop and enjoy samples for you and your pups. Tickets are $33 for humans, four-legs in free. dbg.org Beginning & Intermediate Pottery 9:30 a.m. at Shemer Art Center, 5005 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix. The foundation of any successful pottery thrower is mastering the basics – and Shemer’s Alan Jones can help. This introduction class will cover centering, bowls, plates, and cylinders. Students will work in a hands-on environment learning about these methods as well as basic history and scientific principles of clay and the wheel. This class is covered over seven sessions; registration is $281. shemerartcenter.org AZ Speaks 6:30 p.m. at Heritage Square, 113 N. Sixth St., Phoenix. Using storytelling, activities and songs, Dr. Tamika Sanders – an educator with a Community Luminary Award and Humanities Rising Star nomination on her resume – will depict the ingenuity and resiliency of those who used the Underground Railroad to help over 100,000 slaves escape to freedom between 1810 and 1850. This lecture is free. localfirstaz.com Coffee, Conversation & Classics 2 p.m. at Symphony Hall, 75 N. 2nd St., Phoenix. Join Associate Conductor Alex Amsel while he hosts and moderates an open rehearsal as the Phoenix Symphony prepares for its upcoming concert. Hear pieces like Brahms’ Symphony No. 1 and participate in a Q&A including the guest conductor and musicians. Admission starts at $35. phoenixsymphony.org Home and Garden Show 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix. Looking to give your home a makeover but not sure where to start? Look no further than the Maricopa County Home and Garden Show. Over 1,000 exhibits showcasing home improvement, interior design, ask-the-expert seminars, hands-on gardening, backyard glow-scapes, make-and-take crafts and more EVENTS Mark your calendars: The ninth annual Arcadia Cares: Food for Kidz Packathon is back and scheduled for February 28 and March 1 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church (3641 N. 56th St., Phoenix). The community is welcome to volunteer to help pack meals for underprivileged families. Sign-up will open in mid January. popphoenix.org Devonshire Senior Center (2802 E. Devonshire Ave.) and Longview Recreation Center (4040 N. 14th St.) will offer free yoga classes for all levels starting Tuesday, January 7 and Thursday, January 9. Men and women aged 15+ are welcome to participate in Hatha Yoga, which will include stretches, breathing exercises and various poses. Longview also offers an advanced class for a small fee on Wednesdays. Learn more at the Phx Plays tab on the website. phoenix.gov Arcadian Wally Collins published his first novel, Where’s My Phone, My Glasses, My Keys, My Remote? The Subtle Joys of Aging . Collins’ debut work delves into his journey through the 60s and 70s and shares the challenges, joys and surprises that come with growing older. Throughout the book – currently available on Amazon and at Wally’s Gastropub locations – readers will find “wit, wisdom and a dash of humor to help navigate the experience of aging gracefully.” Nexus Youth Soccer League is a non- coed, competitive recreational soccer league serving boys and girls in third-eighth grade. The upcoming spring season runs from February through May. Weekly practices take place on Mondays; games are on Saturdays at Eldorado Soccer Field. The $275 registration fee includes a MLS GO jersey kit, practice shirt, weekly practices, one pre-season scrimmage game, eight regular season games, a single-elimination tournament, medal, and US Grassroots Certified coach. nexusysl.com Studio B Smiles is moving its downtown Phoenix office into a new state-of-the-art facility at the Camelback Arboleda (1661 E. Camelback Road). The offices will feature 6 Month Smile makeovers, cosmetic crowns, lip repositioning, no prep veneers and more. Led by Dr. John Badolato, Studio B’s new facility is slated to open on January 7. studiobsmiles.com A new clothing store has opened near 38th St. and Indian School Road. Located between Essence Bakery and Arcadia Improvement Club, The Lomas Brand offers shirts, pants, jackets, hats and accessories for men, women and kids. Based in San Diego, this is the first Arizona location for the brand’s owners, Sean and Fati Feeney. thelomasbrand.com The Arcadian (4220 N. 32nd St., Phoenix) is a new townhome community located near 32nd Street and Indian School – and units are now up for sale. The community features 40 townhomes ranging in square footage from 1,400 to 1,900 and an array of amenities including Juliet balconies, two-car garages and views of Camelback Mountain. arcadianphx.com Maricopa County Community College district students with an active student ID can now enjoy free admission to the Phoenix Art Museum through June 2025 as part of a $1 million grant from Men’s Arts Council, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting the museum’s community outreach programs. This includes admission into special engagement exhibitions. mensartscouncil.com Westworld of Scottsdale Westworld of Scottsdale 16601 N. Pima Road Headquartered in Scottsdale, Barrett- Jackson is the granddaddy of collector car auctions. The event draws visitors from all over the world. In 2024, the auction sold over $200.9 million – including the sale of Sammy Hagar’s 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari, sold for a record-breaking $4.675 million. To date, Barrett-Jackson has helped raise more than $152 million for charity. When: January 18-26, 2025 barrett-jackson.com ARIZONA CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 7380 E. Second St. The Arizona Concours at Scottsdale Civic Center is a professionally judged and curated assembly of collector vehicles. An array of 100 rare and historic automobiles will be displayed, ranging from antiques at the dawn of motoring through pre-war classics, sports and competition cars, and modern- day exotics. When: January 19, 2025 scottsdaleperformingarts.org BONHAMS The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa 6902 E. Greenway Pkwy., Phoenix Historic British auction house Bonhams offers a more intimate auction environment with unique autos like a 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL, a 1934 Packard Twelve 1107 Coupe or a 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W-30 Hardtop Coupe. When: January 25, 2025 bonhams.com MOTORSPORT AUCTION GROUP Cubs Stadium at Sloan Park 2330 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Mesa The MAG will feature more than 500 collector cars, including a 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Coupe, a 1974 Ford Bronco Ranger and the 1973 Corvette Stingray Roadster. The auction will focus on classics, muscle cars and hot rods. When: January 24-26, 2025 motorsportauctiongroup.com RM SOTHEBY’S The Arizona Biltmore 2400 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix RM Sotheby’s will return for the 27th annual Arizona sale, kicking off its 2025 auction calendar. RM Sotheby’s is set to present a wide variety of makes and eras (like a 1917 Detroit Electric Model 68 Brougham) across different price points. 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7 JANUARY 2025 will be on-site. Plus, January birthdays get a present if they attend. Tickets are $5. maricopacountyhomeshows.com Arizona Unzipped 8 p.m. at Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams St., Phoenix. Orpheum is celebrating 96 years by showcasing a “history lesson told through burlesque.” There will be live jazz music, follies dancers, variety acts and more. This event is sponsored by Friends of the Orpheum Theater, Marshall Shore and Pyrrha Sutra Entertainment. Proceeds will go toward providing historic and educational support for the Orpheum Theatre. Ages 18+ only. Admission starts at $60. orpheumphx.com Arizona Wedding Show 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Phoenix Convention Center, 33 S. 3rd St. This event features more than 200 of the Valley’s top wedding experts. Find resources for venues, photographers, honeymoons, dresses, flowers, and music – all the things a couple needs to make their wedding memorable. There will also be bridal gown fashion shows, giveaways and workshops. Tickets are $12 per person. arizonaweddingshowjanuary.com PAW Patrol Live 2 p.m. at Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix. Fans of Chase, Liberty and Everest won’t want to miss this show. The PAW Patrol is facing their greatest challenge yet. Mayor Humdinger has dognapped Robo Dog and cloned him, causing chaos all over the world. See if you can help the pups solve the case at this all- ages show. Tickets start at $47. pawpatrollive.com MLK Celebration Dinner 5:30 p.m. at The Fieldhouse at Scottsdale Stadium, 7408 E. Osborn Road. Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with the 31st annual MLK Celebration, hosted by the Community Celebrating Diversity organization. Guests can enjoy dinner and a featured presenter; this year, best-selling author and former politician Bakari Sellers will take the stage. Individual tickets are $250 per person. ccdarizona.org/mlk-events Candlelight: The Best of The Beatles 9 p.m. at Warehouse215, 215 E. Grant St., Phoenix. Candlelight concerts, presented by Fever, are bringing the magic of a live musical experience to Phoenix. This evening’s show will highlight the music of The Beatles. Guests will hear songs performed by the Listeso String Quartet, such as Here Comes the Sun, Penny Lane, Blackbird, Yesterday, Hey Jude and more. Tickets start at $30. feverup.com 8123 Fest After Party 10 p.m. at the Marquee Theater, 730 N. Mill Ave., Tempe. Although The Maine’s 8123 Fest takes place in Mesa, there’s still opportunities to jam out closer to home. Hosted by the Arizona-based band themselves, guests will hear plenty of emo and pop songs from years past. Day two of the festival, plus another dance party and other pop-ups happen throughout the weekend. Tickets start at $28. 8123fest.com Zoo Move and Groove 5:30 p.m. at the Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy. This year’s theme is “Pounce to Victory.” Guests can participate in the one-mile fun run or the 5K, which comes with a commemorative t-shirt (medals are also available, purchased separately), and afterward enjoy kettle corn, cocoa, a raffle ticket, glow necklace/bracelet and free entrance to Zoolights. Registration is $50 per person. phoenixzoo.org Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon 7 a.m. starting at S. Mill Ave. and 3rd St., Tempe. Start the new year with a flat and fast race that takes runners through Arcadia, Scottsdale and Tempe at the 21st annual Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon. Saturday is the 5K, and Sunday will have the marathon, half marathon, 10K, and kids’ run. There will be live music (including a Taylor Swift tribute concert) and an awards ceremony after the race. Registration is $69-$125. runrocknroll.com Scottsdale Civil War Roundtable 6 p.m. at the Scottsdale Public Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd. This month’s Scottsdale Civil War Roundtable will host Dr. Gary Gallagher with a presentation given in honor of the “Ed Bearss Memorial Lecture”. Dr. Gallagher’s oration will focus on his publication, “Celebrating Union Victory: The Grand Review in History and Memory.” Doors open at 5 p.m. for meeting the speaker, book sale, and viewing Civil War videos. This event is free. scottsdalecwrt.org Dog Days in the Garden at DBG. Rock ‘N’ Roll Arizona Marathon in Tempe. tinoferrulli@gmail.com 4725 North Scottsdale Road • Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Tino Ferrulli LEGENDARY SERVICE EXCEPTIONAL OFFERS EXCEPTIONAL OFFERS 2024 GLB250 In an industry where longevity is rare, Tino Ferrulli has proudly held the #1 sales position at his dealership for over 28 years. This year, discover firsthand why Tino’s legacy of service and commitment to customer satisfaction continues to drive success. Visit us today to take advantage of Mercedes’ exceptional year-end offers on loaner vehicles, and enjoy exclusive factory financing on select courtesy models. Team Tino is here to help you find the perfect deal. Wishing you a Happy New Year!