HAPPY NEW YEARS!!!!!

1) New Years Eve – Instead of putting all the best New Years Eve options we could find in the main list of things to do for the week, we put them ALL at the bottom of the page.  TONS of options all around the Greater Phoenix Area!

Stay Safe and don’t drink and drive….it’s not worth it!

2) First Friday — Downtown Phoenix — It’s that time of the month where the artists of Phoenix open their doors to the public. Since First Friday is one of the coolest and greatest cultural events that Phoenix has to offer it’s a must see event! Check out the pictures on our Facebook Fan Page for but a small sample of the goings on.

http://www.artlinkphoenix.com/

Keep in mind that First Friday takes place all across Downtown Phoenix so here’s some of the main areas to check out:

Roosevelt Row:

http://www.rooseveltrow.org/first_fridays.html

Grand Avenue:

http://grandavenuefestivalaz.com/newsletter/NovFirstFriday.html

Arizona Derby Dames Bake Sale in the Roosevelt Row section of first Friday

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=211083052894&index=1

3) Phoenix Coyotes – The Phoenix Coyotes are off to their best start in a LONG time. Residents of Phoenix have been waiting for the team to get good to go see them and that time is NOW! They are one of the biggest surprises in the league and one of the hottest teams in the league. Come on out and see what all the hype is all about!

Pick up your tickets today!

http://coyotes.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=56861

Also, keep an eye on this page:

http://coyotes.azvibe.com/20092010-phoenix-coyotes-ticketpromotional-schedule/

We’re going to post all the latest deals for tickets and other cool things.

4) Raven Events New Years Eve Bash – Angels and Outlaws – (Hotel deals still available)

All you single guys pay attention:  ALL THE SINGLE LADIES TICKETS HAVE BEEN SOLD OUT!!!

Bring your friends and celebrate with Raven and guests at a fabulous new venue in the heart of Scottsdale. At Angels and Outlaws, guests will discover a sensually sophisticated interior with chic décor, a huge dance floor and comfortably furnished outdoor heated patio. This beautiful place is also becoming known for having the friendliest and best looking staff in town!

http://www.ravenevents.com/MonthlyEvents/12312009/

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=239670761487&index=1

5) Fiesta Bowl Parade - January 2nd – 11:00 AM – Central Phoenix – One of the best time honored traditions in the Valley is back.  This year’s Grand Marshall is none other than WWE superstar John Cena!

http://www.fiestabowl.org/index.php/events/parade/

Also, check out the Arizona Derby Dames at the Parade!!!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=220785957638&index=1

6) Phoenix Coyotes/Westgate City Center – New Years Eve Double header package - Purchase an upperlevel ticket to the Coyotes New Years Eve game against the San Jose Sharks and you will get a ticket to the 4th annual Westgate Rocks New Years Eve all for $30!!!

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00437EC2DF6819?artistid=806002&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=9

7) Zoppe Family Circus – Chandler Center for the Arts – December 26 through January 3rd

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/18/zoppe-family-circus-comes-to-the-chandler-center-for-the-arts/

8) Fiesta Bowl – January 4th 2010 – University of Phoenix Stadium – Game is SOLD OUT

http://www.fiestabowl.org/index.php/tostitos/

If you’re going to the game, make sure you read all the important traffic information from the City of Glendale:

http://www.glendalesgotgame.com/fiestabowl/

9) The Arizona Cardinals host the Green Bay Packers in the regular season Finale at home. Kickoff is at 2:15 AM AZ time on Fox 10.

http://www.azcardinals.com/gameday/index.html

10) FUSE – Bar Smith – Friday Nights – $5 – Bar Smith – Downtown Phoenix – 10PM – 2 AM

FUSE has some great things cooked up for New Years Eve!  Don’t miss out on the fun!

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option, Afterhours, Discounted Hotel Rooms

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=237313586479&index=1

11) Fiesta Bowl Block Party – Mill Ave Area of Tempe – Dec 31st from 5 PM to 12:30 AM – The Doobie Brothers and fireworks highlight the New Years eve classic in downtown Tempe!

http://www.fiestabowl.org/index.php/events/blockparty/

Here’s the map of the goings on:

http://www.fiestabowl.org/images/uploads/bubble_map09_front.jpg

12) Sonic Youth – Marquee Theater – January 5th – 7:00 PM

https://www.etix.com/ticket/servlet/onlineSale%3bjsessionid=752CE1F0DBE9AF0C7474E8289312B8A0?action=selectPerformance&cobrand=luckymanonline&performance_id=1052422

13) - Joel McHale – Thursday December 31, 2009 – Dodge Theater – 8:00 PM

14) ASU Basketball Teams – The ASU Sundevils Mens’ and Womens Basketball season is underway! Go and see your ASU Sundevils as they take on the best of the best in the NCAA.

Men’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/m-baskbl/asu-m-baskbl-body.html

Women’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/w-baskbl/asu-w-baskbl-body.html

15) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market – Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon. http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/

16) The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission every Thursday http://www.smoca.org/

17) Upcoming Event Tickets

Monster Energy Supercross – January 16th – Chase Field:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Supercross-tickets/artist/821673?camefrom=[=CAMEFROM=]&brand=tm&tm_link=tm_sports_rc_name7

Monster Jam (Monster Trucks) – January 30th – Chase Field:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E004335E19F5A60?artistid=807285&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=25

FBR Open – February 22nd – February 28th TPC Scottsdale:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/FBR-OpenPGA-Tour-Event-tickets/artist/1095166?camefrom=[=CAMEFROM=]&brand=tm&tm_link=tm_sports_rc_name12

Harlem Globetrotters – Jobing.com Arena- Friday March 5th at 7:00PM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=207818966064&index=1

Scottsdale Arts Festival – March 12, 13, and 14 – Scottsdale Civic Center Mall

Details:

http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org/arts_festival_geninfo.php

Professional Bull Riding – March 13th and 14th – Jobing.com Arena

Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm/pk/content/pid/400034

Vip Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm?pk=viewall&cd=MAE&pid=826908

Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=197498279922&index=1

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=315657440653&index=1

Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction – January 18th through the 24th – Westworld – Scottsdale, AZ

Tickets:

https://t1.clicknprint.com/tix/SilverStream/Pages/pgIndex.html?siteID=201

18) Scottsdale Art Walk – Every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM – FREE – Dubbed ‘America’s Original Art Walk’ art fans get the opportunity to browse through all http://www.scottsdalegalleries.com/

19) You have probably heard by now that the long running Shake! is no more. DJ William Fucking Reed just announced what the new incarnation of Shake is going to be:

“Shake! has moved and is no longer @ Rogue Bar. Starting Saturday Nov 7 Shake! is teaming up with Faux Show to present Cheap Thrills every week @ Black Forest Mill 4900 E Indian School Rd. Spread it.” (From his Facebook Page)

20) Market on Mill – Every Thursday outside of the MADCAP theaters in Tempe, is a local public market that has been quickly gaining in popularity. Check out some great local farmers and craftspeople (among others) that sell their fare to the masses. http://marketonmill.org/

21) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

22) Zoolights at the Phoenix Zoo -Nightly Through January 10th – With approximately 2.5 million lights Zoolights at the Phoenix Zoo is a holiday tradition that must be seen!

http://phoenixzoo.org/events/ZooLights/

23)Yoga in the Park – Every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 AM the Biltmore Fashion Park will host a free yoga session for all. If you do not own a yoga mat, one will be provided for you.

24) Phoenix Suns – The new season is in full swing and they’re off to an AMAZING start! Catch all the action courtside! Tickets: http://www.nba.com/suns/tickets/arena.html

21.5)

Concerts

Tickets on Sale this week:

Shows off on the horizon:

Comedienne Kathy Griffin – Dodge Theatre – Saturday, January 16 – 8:00 p.m.

Cross Canadian Ragweed – January 17th – Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill

Details:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/11/30/cross-canadian-ragweed-is-coming-to-town/

GABRIEL IGLESIAS THE FLUFFY SHOP TOUR – SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6

G Love & Special Sauce with guests Redeye Empire - Marquee Theater – February 11, 2010 – 7:30 PM

Alice in Chains – February 17th Dodge Theater:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/11/30/alice-in-chains-to-play-phoenix/

Henry Rollins – Frequent Flyer Tour (an evening of spoken word) – Marquee Theater - February 18, 2010

Mariah Carey – Feb 20th – 8PM – Dodge Theater

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/17/mariah-carey-is-coming-to-town/

Bon Jovi – February 24th, 2010 – Jobing.com Arena. Tickets on Sale this Monday at 10AM at all Ticketmaster Outlets. Click this link for more info.

Ticketmaster link:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00434EF0965A24?artistid=734608&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=tm&camefrom=CFC_BUYAT_ef6gs982zd

For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=314782615014&ref=mf

Wrestlemania XXVI – March 28th 2010 – 3:30PM – University of Phoenix Stadium – Tickets on Sale at all Ticketmaster Outlets and Ticketmaster.com.

Black Eyed Peas – Jobing.com Arena March 31st at 7:30 PM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=213532256319&index=1

Muse – April 9th, 2010 – US Airlines Arena At long last Muse is coming to Phoenix!  Don’t miss this opportunity to see one of the best rock acts today!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/16/muse-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Mark Knopfler: SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2010 at Dodge Theatre
For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119749753741

Cheech and Chong - Get It Legal – Saturday – 04/24/10 8:00 PM Dodge Theatre

Tickets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/415265

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New Years Eve Festivities

Downtown Phoenix

FUSE NEW YEAR’S EVE @ BAR SMITH

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option, Afterhours, Discounted Hotel Rooms

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=237313586479&index=1

ALL STAR NEW YEARS EVE

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=219237656659&index=1

Sky Lounge

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=223722038702&index=1

Tempe

Fiesta Bowl Block Party – Mill Ave Area of Tempe – Dec 31st from 5 PM to 12:30 AM – The Doobie Brothers and fireworks highlight the New Years eve classic in downtown Tempe!

http://www.fiestabowl.org/index.php/events/blockparty/

Here’s the map of the goings on:

http://www.fiestabowl.org/images/uploads/bubble_map09_front.jpg

Vintage Bar and Grill

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=191852354719&index=1

Soulflite and Bugz in the Attic present The GODFATHER

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=210732814384&index=1

The Blunt Club New Years Eve Extravaganza

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=210506363569&index=1

2009 NEW YEARS EVE BASH @ CRAVE LOUNGE

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=202036584797&index=1

Scottsdale

103.9’s Ultimate Block Party with Reel Big Fish and the Dirty Heads

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=214965460687&index=1

Studio 74 at Asia de Cuba (in the Mondrian Hotel)

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=224059587472&index=1

New Years Eve at the Martini Ranch with Rock Lobster

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=219091171854&index=1

Suede New Years Eve with KDP and DJ Nameless!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=202099828737&index=1

American Junkie New Years Eve Bash

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=212578555664&index=1

New Year’s Eve 2010 Masquerade Ball @ Cream Stereo Lounge

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=223241154717&index=1

MYST 2010 B.C. NEW YEARS EVE

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=208299266428&index=1

Paparazzi New Years Eve Party

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=222649932490&index=1

BUBBLES & BOTTLES

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=226622606360&index=1

Devil’s Martini – Old Town – New Year’s Eve 2010

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=244362006947&index=1

Paradise Valley

The Mansion Group Presents…New Years Eve 2010 at Montelucia

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=234281117386&index=1

Glendale

Westgate Rocks New Years Eve – Westgate City Center – This is quickly becoming THE place to go for New Years Eve on the Westside.  I personally have heard nothing but positive comments of the events during last years festivities.
4th Annual Westgate Rocks New Year’s Eve Celebration
WaterDance Plaza
7pm – 2 am . Thursday, December 31

Ticket prices*:
$10 in advance,
$20 at the door,

$30 package includes a ticket to the eariler Coyotes game – On Sale Now at ticketmaster.com
*Cost of admission does not include cover charge at Westgate bars/restaurants

http://www.westgatecitycenter.com/nye.php

Winter Wonderland 2010 – Sangria Luxe Lounge

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=187542727223&index=1

Chandler

Fired Up Grill’s New Years Eve Party

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=234684423696&index=1

…and if that wasn’t enough…New Years Eve After parties

18+ “MYSTIFIED SUNRISE” – New Years Afterhours

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=207598539911&index=1

AfterGlow NYE After Hours

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=212433532334&index=1

Crown Room NYE AFTERHOURS !!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=225240163070&index=1

Popularity: 62% [?]

Some of you who may want to go out and about tonight there are some clubs that are open. Also, the George and Dragon downtown Phoenix is typically open tonight as well call ahead to make sure.

Don’t forget that movie theaters are open today and that the new Guy Ritchie movie ‘Sherlock Holmes’ starts today.

Here’s what’s going on tonight…

Sangaria Luxe – Glendale:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=216588335998&index=1

Suede – Old Town Scottsdale:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=232931313264&index=1

Martini Ranch – Old Town Scottsdale:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=244554240557&index=1

Popularity: 27% [?]

The yearly tradition on TBS is back again! TBS will be airing the 1983 classic ‘A Christmas Story’ back to back for 24 hours straight starting (according to TV Guide’s website) at 9:00PM.

Popularity: 9% [?]

For those of you who will be taking the bus or light rail on Christmas Day, take note that Valley METRO will be runnning on their Sunday Schedule Christmas day only.

For more information and to check the Sunday Schedules on Valley METRO, please refer to their website:

http://www.valleymetro.org/bus/rider_alerts/index.htm?alert=408

Popularity: 11% [?]

TMZ.com has reported that actress Brittany Murphy has died of cardiac arrest at the age of 32.

Murphy was best known for her role in the movie ‘8 Mile’.

More as it develops.

Popularity: 14% [?]

1) Guy Fieri’s Roadshow - Friday December 18th 2009 -- Mesa Arts Center -- Guy Fieri is best know as a Food Network personality and now he is taking his personality along with his flair for fun on the Road. The reviews have been great so far and it’s a pretty good bet fun will be had by all!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/17/the-food-networks-guy-fieri-brings-his-roadshow-to-mesa/

2) Muse is coming to town! At long last Muse is coming to Phoenix! Tickets go on sale this weekend! Check out the link below for more details:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/16/muse-is-coming-to-phoenix/

3) Phoenix Coyotes -- The Phoenix Coyotes are off to their best start in a LONG time. Residents of Phoenix have been waiting for the team to get good to go see them and that time is NOW! They are one of the biggest surprises in the league and one of the hottest teams in the league. Come on out and see what all the hype is all about!

Pick up your tickets today!

http://coyotes.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=56861

Also, keep an eye on this page:

http://coyotes.azvibe.com/20092010-phoenix-coyotes-ticketpromotional-schedule/

We’re going to post all the latest deals for tickets and other cool things.

4) Phoenix Suns -- The new season is in full swing and they’re off to an AMAZING start! Catch all the action courtside! Tickets: http://www.nba.com/suns/tickets/arena.html

5) ASU Basketball Teams -- The ASU Sundevils Mens’ and Womens Basketball season is underway! Go and see your ASU Sundevils as they take on the best of the best in the NCAA.

Men’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/m-baskbl/asu-m-baskbl-body.html

Women’s Basketball info and schedule:

http://thesundevils.cstv.com/sports/w-baskbl/asu-w-baskbl-body.html

6) Tickets go on Sale for Mariah Carey

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/17/mariah-carey-is-coming-to-town/

7) Black Dynamite -- December 17, 18, 19 -- Madcap Theaters -- Tempe -Starring a who’s who of actors and comedians, Black Dynamite is a homage to the Black Action movies of the 70’s. Starring Michael Jai White as Black Dynamite, the critics have been giving this movie nothing but positive reviews. This is a must see movie!

Details:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/13/black-dynamite-returns-for-another-run-at-madcap/

8) Blood Drive sponsored by Coyotes Charites -- Jobing.com Arena -- From 8 AM to 1 PM at the Jobing.com arena you can donate blood and help out those who need life saving blood.

http://coyotes.azvibe.com/2009/12/16/holiday-heroes-winter-blood-drive-this-saturday-at-jobing-com-arena/

9) The Arizona Cardinals head to Detroit to take on the Lions and take another shot at winning the NFC West. Kickoff is at 11:00 AM AZ time on Fox 10.

http://www.azcardinals.com/gameday/index.html

10) FUSE -- Bar Smith -- Friday Nights -- $5 -- Bar Smith -- Downtown Phoenix -- 10PM -- 2 AM

For you Facebook Types (Updated Weekly):

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=212444886196&index=1

11) - Christmas Pudding feat. Alice Cooper, Warrant, Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers, Dee Snider from Twisted Sister, Lita Ford, Scott MacIntyre, Gary Mule Deer, Runaway Phoenix, Brad Perry Band & River of Life Choir -- Dodge Theater -- December 18th, 2009 -- 7:30 PM

12) World musician Samite, pianist Liz Story, multi-instrumentalist Barbara Higbie and guitarist Sean Harkness will perform as part of Windham Hill’s Winter Solstice at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts on Dec. 19.

Tickets:

http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org/event.php?id=608

13) Santarchy -- Somewhere in Phoenix -- A HUGE group of people dressed up as Santa Claus running around going crazy and spreading some unique holiday cheer. Don’t go unless you’re dressed as Santa.

http://www.azcacophony.org/santarchy/

14) - Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker at Dodge Theatre Tuesday, December 22 at 7:30 p.m.

15) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market -- Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon. http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/

16) The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission every Thursday http://www.smoca.org/

17) Upcoming Event Tickets

Zoppe Family Circus -- Chandler Center for the Arts -- December 26 through January 3rd

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/18/zoppe-family-circus-comes-to-the-chandler-center-for-the-arts/

Phoenix Coyotes/Westgate City Center -- New Years Eve Double header package - Purchase an upperlevel ticket to the Coyotes New Years Eve game against the San Jose Sharks and you will get a ticket to the 4th annual Westgate Rocks New Years Eve all for $30!!!

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00437EC2DF6819?artistid=806002&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=9

Fiesta Bowl -- January 4th 2010 -- University of Phoenix Stadium:

http://ev10.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventInfo?RDAT=RGSP-RW&RSRC=TM&caller=&linkID=fiesta&shopperContext=&ticketCode=GS%3AFB%3AFB10%3AFB%3A&tm_link=tm_sports_f13

Monster Energy Supercross -- January 16th -- Chase Field:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Supercross-tickets/artist/821673?camefrom=[=CAMEFROM=]&brand=tm&tm_link=tm_sports_rc_name7

Monster Jam (Monster Trucks) -- January 30th -- Chase Field:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E004335E19F5A60?artistid=807285&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=25

FBR Open -- February 22nd -- February 28th TPC Scottsdale:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/FBR-OpenPGA-Tour-Event-tickets/artist/1095166?camefrom=[=CAMEFROM=]&brand=tm&tm_link=tm_sports_rc_name12

Scottsdale Arts Festival -- March 12, 13, and 14 -- Scottsdale Civic Center Mall

Details:

http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org/arts_festival_geninfo.php

Professional Bull Riding -- March 13th and 14th -- Jobing.com Arena

Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm/pk/content/pid/400034

Vip Tickets:

http://www.teampbr.com/index.cfm?pk=viewall&cd=MAE&pid=826908

Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=197498279922&index=1

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=315657440653&index=1

Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction -- January 18th through the 24th -- Westworld -- Scottsdale, AZ

Tickets:

https://t1.clicknprint.com/tix/SilverStream/Pages/pgIndex.html?siteID=201

18) Scottsdale Art Walk -- Every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM -- FREE -- Dubbed ‘America’s Original Art Walk’ art fans get the opportunity to browse through all http://www.scottsdalegalleries.com/

19) You have probably heard by now that the long running Shake! is no more. DJ William Fucking Reed just announced what the new incarnation of Shake is going to be:

“Shake! has moved and is no longer @ Rogue Bar. Starting Saturday Nov 7 Shake! is teaming up with Faux Show to present Cheap Thrills every week @ Black Forest Mill 4900 E Indian School Rd. Spread it.” (From his Facebook Page)

20) Market on Mill -- Every Thursday outside of the MADCAP theaters in Tempe, is a local public market that has been quickly gaining in popularity. Check out some great local farmers and craftspeople (among others) that sell their fare to the masses. http://marketonmill.org/

21) Mill Ave Farmers Market -- 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe -- Sunday

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

22) Zoolights at the Phoenix Zoo -Nightly Through January 10th -- With approximately 2.5 million lights Zoolights at the Phoenix Zoo is a holiday tradition that must be seen!

http://phoenixzoo.org/events/ZooLights/

23)Yoga in the Park -- Every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 AM the Biltmore Fashion Park will host a free yoga session for all. If you do not own a yoga mat, one will be provided for you.

24) Dave Koz and Friends: A Smooth Jazz Christmas
with David Benoit, Rick Braun, Brenda Russell, and Peter White -- Grammy nominated Dave Koz is home for the holidays, celebrating the annual holiday tradition at Mesa Arts Center with a spectacular line-up of jazz greats. Enjoy an evening of holiday cheer with smooth jazz renditions of Christmas favorites.

http://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/performances/music/koz

25) NU at the Heard Museum — Central Phoenix — Every 3rd Friday at the Heard Museum is a wonderful mix of culture in the form of Fashion, Art, Music, and Design. NU starts at 5:30 and goes until 9 PM. Music Starts at 6. Oh, and it’s Free!

For more information and directions, please refer to the NU website:

http://www.heard.org/NU/

21.5)

Concerts

Tickets on Sale this week:

Muse is coming to town! At long last Muse is coming to Phoenix! Tickets go on sale this weekend! Check out the link below for more details:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/16/muse-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Tickets go on Sale for Mariah Carey

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/12/17/mariah-carey-is-coming-to-town/

Shows off on the horizon:

- Joel McHale -- Thursday December 31, 2009 -- Dodge Theater -- 8:00 PM

- Weezer -- Friday -- 01/15/10 -- 8:00 PM Dodge Theatre

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/415049

Comedienne Kathy Griffin -- Dodge Theatre -- Saturday, January 16 -- 8:00 p.m.

Cross Canadian Ragweed -- January 17th -- Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill

Details:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/11/30/cross-canadian-ragweed-is-coming-to-town/

GABRIEL IGLESIAS THE FLUFFY SHOP TOUR -- SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6

Alice in Chains -- February 17th Dodge Theater:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2009/11/30/alice-in-chains-to-play-phoenix/

Bon Jovi -- February 24th, 2010 -- Jobing.com Arena. Tickets on Sale this Monday at 10AM at all Ticketmaster Outlets. Click this link for more info.

Ticketmaster link:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00434EF0965A24?artistid=734608&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=tm&camefrom=CFC_BUYAT_ef6gs982zd

For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=314782615014&ref=mf

Wrestlemania XXVI -- March 28th 2010 -- 3:30PM -- University of Phoenix Stadium -- Tickets on Sale at all Ticketmaster Outlets and Ticketmaster.com.

Mark Knopfler: SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2010 at Dodge Theatre
For you Facebook Types:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119749753741

Cheech and Chong - Get It Legal -- Saturday -- 04/24/10 8:00 PM Dodge Theatre

Tickets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/415265

Popularity: 28% [?]

The Zoppe Family Circus is coming to the Chandler Center for the Arts December 26th through January 3rd. Don’t miss this chance to see a great old school circus performed in a tent!

Here’s a little bit about the circus:

In Old-World Italian tradition, the Zoppè Family Circus welcomes you into their intimate 500 -seat tent for a one-ring circus. This magnificent show is propelled by a central story featuring acrobatic feats, equestrian showmanship, canine capers, clowning and plenty of audience participation. Giovanni Zoppè, the sixth-generation circus performer who plays Nino the clown, says the show aims higher than what passes for circuses these days. “We try to touch every emotion during the show,” he says. “They’ll laugh, they’ll cry, and they’ll feel for the characters.”

For more information and to purchase tickets, please refer to the following website:

http://chandlercenter.org/performances/1209.html#zoppe

Popularity: 12% [?]

R&B superstar Mariah Carey will making a rare Phoenix appearance on her first extended tour in over three years. She will be supporting her #1 album ‘Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel’ and will be stopping at the Dodge Theater February 20th. Show starts at 8:00 PM.

Tickets go on sale Saturday December 19th at 10 AM at all Live Nation outlets and at LiveNation.com:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416304

Ticket prices:

$89.75, $69.75, and $49.75.

Popularity: 17% [?]

As some of you may or may not know, Rivers Cuomo of Weezer was in a bus crash not too long ago.  As a result of the injuries sustained in the crash and per doctors orders, Weezer has canceled their January 15th show at the Dodge Theater.

Tickets refunds are available at the point of purchase.

Popularity: 11% [?]

The man who is best know for the Food Network show ‘Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives’ is bringing a high energy rock and roll culinary spectacle to the Mesa Arts Center this Friday December 18th at 7:30 PM. For years you all have seen Guy Fieri go around the nation and cooking up many different culinary delights. Now, he brings his unique take on cooking in a live setting. Reviews of this show have been positive as this is looking like a great event not to miss.

For more information and to purchase tickets, please refer to the following link:

http://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/performances/special/guy-fieri-roadshow

Here’s a sample of what to expect from the Roadshow:

Popularity: 9% [?]

This Thursday (December 17th) at the MADCAP Theaters in Tempe, see the holiday classic ‘A Christmas Story’ on the big screen for free! That’s right….FREE! All you have to do is bring a new and unwrapped toy to the 6PM or 8PM showings and you will receive a free ticket to ‘A Christmas Story’.

All toy donations will go directly to ‘Toys for Tots’.

http://www.madcaptheaters.com/events/viewevent.aspx?eid=129

Here’s the original trailer:

http://www.tcm.com/mediaroom/index/?o_cid=mediaroomlink&cid=62365

Location of the MADCAP Theaters:

Popularity: 22% [?]

Muse has announced the first leg of their North American Tour and will be playing Phoenix April 10, 2010 at the US Airlines Arena.  Fan Club presales have been selling out instantly and this show is sure to be a sellout as well.

Silversun Pickups will be the opening act.

Tickets will go on sale this Saturday December 19th at Ticketmaster.com and at all Ticketmaster outlets.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00438BDA2B9640?brand=&tm_link=tm_homeA_h7

Ticket prices will be:

MEZZANINE LEVEL -- $48.50
LOWER OR CONCOURSE LEVEL -- $48.50
GENERAL ADMISSION FLOOR -- $48.50
CLUB LEVEL -- $48.50

Check out the first single Uprising from their latest album ‘The Resisitance’:

Here’s some great Muse classics to tide you over until tickets go on sale.

Time is Running out:

Knights of Cydonia:

We also may have the pre-sale password for ticketmaster.com pre-sale event this Thursday and Friday.  Check back then…

Popularity: 12% [?]

After a successful three day run this past weekend, the Midnight Movie Mamacita is bringing back Black Dynamite for another three day run on December 17th, 18th, and 19th. Black Dynamite has been getting excellent reviews from numerous outlets.

Don’t miss this chance to see Black Dynamite in the theaters!

Show times are as follows:

December 17th – 6:00PM and 8:00PM
December 18th – 6:00PM, 8:00PM, and 10:00PM
December 19th – 6:00PM, 8:00PM, and 10:00PM

Tickets can be purchased here:

https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/92901

Popularity: 16% [?]

This Saturday and Sunday (December 12th and December 13th) from 10 AM to 5 PM admission is free to the Arizona Science Center. Thanks to the nice folks at Ford Motor Company, you can check out every exhibit (IMAX and Planetarium shows are offered at discounted prices and are not Free) in the Science Center!

http://www.azscience.org/family_events.php

Popularity: 20% [?]

Street Sweeper Social Club is the brain child of rapper Boots Reily and Rage Against the Machine Guitarist Tom Morello. If you know anything about Tom Morello, he can rock your butt off while making you think at the same time.

The song I want you all to check out is the first track of ‘Street Sweeper Social Club’s’ self titled album. The song is called ‘Fight! Smash! Win!’.

Here’s the studio verison of ‘Fight! Smash! Win!’:

This is the live version from their opening slot on the Jane’s Addiction/Nine Inch Nails tour this past summer:

For more info and other band related coolness check out their website:

http://www.streetsweepersocialclub.com/

Popularity: 8% [?]