1) Harlem Globetrotters – Jobing.com Arena- Friday March 5th at 7:00PM http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=207818966064&index=1

Group tickets – For people who purchase over 10 tickets, they can get their choice of these KILLER benefits:

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/groups/

2) Spring Training is back again! We’ve got your guide for purchasing tickets online for all spring training games for all Cactus League games (Includes Tuscon too)!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/11/2010-arizona-spring-training-ticket-onsale-dates/

3) Movies in the Park – Biltmore Fashion Park – FREE – The popular event is back for another year at the Biltmore Fashion Park.  This free event is a great way to just kick back and watch some great movies on the big screen outside!

For more information and a list of movies check this link out:

http://bit.ly/dmrnJO

4) 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.

5) Dick Dale – Rhythm Room -March 7th http://www.ticketmaster.com/Dick-Dale-tickets/artist/734857

6) 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

7) Coyotes Carnival – Parking lot G of the Jobing.com Arena – One of the bigger fundraisers this year for the Coyotes Charites, fans will get a chance to have some fun, meet some Coyotes players, play games, and so on.  This is a must attend for any Coyotes fan!

Ticket info and details about the Carnival can be found here:

http://coyotes.azvibe.com/2010/03/04/coyotes-carnival-is-this-weekend/

8) Roka Akor Farmers Market – Every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM (Beginning January 31st) http://twitpic.com/yzya5

9) The Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace – February 6 to March 28, 2010 – Open every Saturday and Sunday 10AM to 6 PM

http://www.royalfaires.com/arizona/

10) Chelsea Handler – 2010 Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang Tour – Dodge Theater – March 11th – 8:00 PM:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416822

11) Raven Events first annual ‘Gentlemen’s Evening’.  According to the promoter:

Join us for the premiering of this un-heard of Saturday night event created with the Valley’s Gentlemen in mind. This is not to be mistaken for a regular beer-drinking boy’s night out where only guys are in attendance wearing baseball caps in a sports bar or an event resembling a bachelor party. Ladies are invited to attend and enjoy this elegant evening as well even though the amenities and ambiance were put together for the purposes of showing appreciation for the men in town – single or attached.

This sophisticated and classy event will be held at Angels and Outlaws where guests will discover a sensually elegant interior with chic décor, a huge dance floor and comfortably furnished outdoor patio. It is also known for having the friendliest and best looking staff in town! Everyone welcome! NO COVER CHARGE!!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=369062669744&index=1

12) Walk in Wednesdays (Open Mic Night) Tempe Center for the Arts – Every Wednesday night – 6:30-11PM – The Lounge at the Tempe Center for the Arts – Check out some of the area’s up and coming artists in a spectacular setting.

http://www.tempe.gov/TCA/wiw.htm

13) Villagio Pool Party - March 6th – No Cover – BYOB – The first Pool Party of the season kicks off at the Villagio in Tempe.  It’s not to be missed!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=346649589714&index=1

14) Black Pearl Poetry – Tempe – Thursdays – MADCAP Theaters – $5 Adults $3 Students (no matter what age) – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM – A poetry open mic night right in downtown Tempe! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=416588935283&index=1

15) Thursday Night Market – The return of local farmers (and other) markets on Mill avenue starts up again on Feb 18th.

http://www.thursdaynightmarket.com/Thursday_NIght_Market/Home.html

http://www.pitchengine.com/free-release.php?id=46302

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

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option – Tonight’s Feature is:

This week features: HARVARD BASS, COLOURS, HUSSY HUSSY BDAY

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=335083897947&index=1

17) Upcoming Events

6th Annual Make a Wish foundation ‘Walk for Wishes pancakes and pajamas’ - March 13th – Tempe Kiwanis Park – 5K Walk, Run, and 1 mile family fun walk – Proceeds go to the Make a Wish Foundation http://walkforwishesarizona.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=330043

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

Tony and Tina’s Wedding – March 23rd to March 28th – Chandler Center for the Arts – One of the best theater experiences that YOU participate in. Comes with dinner and a champagne toast. http://www.tonylovestina.com/shows_tony_tina_wedding_1.cfm?eid=80

Phoenix International Raceway – SUBWAY Fresh Fit 600 Weekend – April 10th – The Action of NASCAR comes to one of the tracks that drivers love! Come see why it’s such a fun weekend if you are a race fan or not.

http://www.phoenixraceway.com/Articles/2010/02/PIR-Announces-April-Event-Weekend-Schedule.aspx

Tickets:

http://secure.racetickets.com//PhoenixIntlRaceway/ft/TicketSales/index.cfm?event=tixList&display=tixList&EstablishmentKey=9&EstablishmentType=T&TixEventID=2325&showCart=no&HeadlineStoryID=18266&GatewayPass=y

Arizona Barbecue Festival – Scottsdale Waterfront – April 10th – 10 AM – $10

http://azbbqfestival.com/

Pat’s Run – Sun Devil Stadium – April 17th – 7AM to 11AM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=178979986366&ref=mf

The Arizona Wing Proudly Presents ‘A Night in the 40’s’ - March 20th – Falcon Field Airport Commemorative Air Force Arizona Wing – One of the biggest swing dancing events takes place at the Falcon Field Airport in Mesa. It’s going to be a huge event that is attended by swing dancing fans as well as people who just want to get out and have fun. Tickets and more info: http://www.bigbanddance.com/

18) 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/

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

20) Scottsdale Old Town Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM – On the Corner of Brown and 1st Street in Old Town (Across the Street from ‘The Mission’ and ‘The Carriage House’. http://arizonafarmersmarkets.com/pageScottsdaleOldtown/ScottsdaleOTsat.htm

21) 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/

22) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

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) 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/

21.5)

Concerts

New to the Concert Calendar this week:

Tom Petty and the Hearbreakers – May 18th – US Airways Center

Brooks and Dunn – May 21st – Cricket Wireless Pavillion

Shows off on the horizon:

WWE Hall of Fame Night - March 27th – Dodge Theater – This is the night that the WWE dedicated to enshrining past wrestlers into it’s Hall of Fame

Tickets go on Sale January 16th at All Live Nation outlets

Paul McCartney – Sunday March 28th – Jobing.com Arena – Tickets for the general public will go on sale Monday March 1st at 10 AM

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/02/23/paul-mccartney-starts-his-up-and-coming-tour-in-phoenix/

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

Country Thunder – Arizona – April 14th – April 17th – Florence Arizona http://www.countrythunder.com/ct_2003/assets/07web/az/mainaz.html

Heart – Celebrity Theater – May 8 – 8:00 PM http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=719

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

Vampire Weekend – Marquee Theater – April, 13th 2010 – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show Click here to purchase tickets for Vampire Weekend

The Eagles – April 21st – US Airways Center

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/28/the-eagles-are-coming-to-phoenix/

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

Tickets:

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

Carole King and James Taylor ‘Intimate and in the Round’ Trubadour Reunion Tour – Jobing.com Arena – May 19th at 7:30 PM – Tickets available at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nations’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416906

Leann Rimes – Celebrity Theater – July 17th – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=711

Popularity: 25% [?]

The legendary Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers are coming to the US Airways Center on May 18th for a 7:30 PM show. Tom is bringing on another legend to open the show in Joe Cocker who is most famous for his Woodstock performance of ‘With a little help from my friends’ (below).

One thing you can be sure of is a great show as Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers are one of the best acts you can see live today. The Petty has honed his musicianship and stage presence into their 4th decade. Check out the videos below of how he performs live. Tickets may be a bit steep but they’re worth it.

With every Tom Petty ticket purchased online you will get a free MP3 download of their new album, Mojo. Once the ticket is purchased, fans will get two new tracks from Petty’s new album Mojo. Once the album is released, ticket holders will be sent a download to the rest of the album. Furthermore, with every online purchase fans will receive free live tracks from the upcoming tour.

Tickets go on sale Monday March 8th at 10 AM at LiveNation.com, Ticketmaster.com and the US Airways Center Box office. To charge by phone call 1-800-745-3000.

Ticket prices are:
$129.75, $103.75, $79.75, and $54.25 (more than likely will include ticket charges)

Tickets can be purchased online via this link:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/419028

Refugee -- Live:

Breakdown -- Live:

Woman in Love -- Live:

You got Lucky -- Video:

With a little help from my friends -- From Woodstock:

Joe Cocker -- The Letter:

Popularity: 2% [?]

You read that right Brooks and Dunn will be ending their storied 20+ year career with a final tour around the US. Their tour, called ‘The Last Rodeo’ will start in April and will be playing the Cricket Wireless Pavillion on Friday, May 22 at 7:30 PM.

Reserved tickets are $59.75, $49.75, $39.75
Lawn Ticket Prices are $30.00

4 Packs of Lawn Tickets can be purchased for $75.00 -- These tickets are in limited supply.
4 Packs of Reserved Seats can be purchased for $136.00

Tickets go on sale to the general public Saturday March 6th at 10:00 AM at all Live Nation outlets and online via the Live Nation link below. Pre-Sale tickets are available right now via the Brooks and Dunn fan club (membership fee required).

Tickets can be purchased online via this link:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/419124

Popularity: 3% [?]

As I have said before, one of the main reasons I started this magazine is to put more focus on cultural events in the greater Phoenix area. This Saturday and Sunday, the Heard Museum is sponsoring a great cultural event.

52nd annual Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market takes place March 6th and 7th at the Heard Museum.  At the fair you will find numerous varieties of music, dance, entertainment and even shopping.  The fair is intended to partially be a learning experience as well as a cultural experience.

The main showcases of the fair are:

- Displaying the art of Michael Kabotie.  This artist passed away in October of 2009 and his memory as well as his art will be celebrated at the fair.  The Indian Fair and Market will be dedicated to the memory of Michael Kabotie.

- American Indian and Dance performances will be held in the museums outdoor amphitheater for both days of the Fair.

-  The cultures and traditions of the Apache people will be showcased throughout the fair.  The Heard Museum will also have a recreation of a ‘pre-contact Apache camp’.

From the looks of thing, this has the makings of a great date on the calendar!!!

Ticket Prices:
$15 Adults
$5 – Students with valid ID
Children 16 and under are FREE
$24 – Two Day Pass (Valid Saturday and Sunday)

Admission not only includes admission to the fair but to the Heard Museum as well.

For Tickets and more information, please refer to the fair’s website:

http://www.heard.org/fair/index.html

Popularity: 2% [?]

1)WM Phoenix Open – February 22nd – February 28th TPC Scottsdale – One of the best sporting and entertainment events on the social calendar this year. By day, its a tremendous event that is unparalleled in golf….or pro sports for that matter. By night its one of the biggest parties and places that you must see or be seen at.

http://wastemanagementphoenixopen.com/

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

2) Parada del Sol – Pro Rodeo and Parade – February 20th (Parade) and February 26th-28th (Rodeo) – Westworld (Rodeo) and Old Town Scottsdale (Parade/Festival) – A time honored tradtion also serves at the Scottsdale Jaycee’s main fundraiser for the year.

Details: http://www.paradadelsol.org/

Tickets (Rodeo): http://tickets.ticketforce.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=803&c=53&pg=

3) The Birds Nest at the WM Phoenix Open – Thursday through Saturday at the WM Phoenix Open – When the party stops on the golf course for the day, it moves here for some AMAZING shows. We will have a full writeup this week but here’s a lineup of who’s going to be appearing this year plus opportunities to meet this year’s artists back stage!

http://wastemanagementphoenixopen.com/category/birds-nest/

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

O.A.R.:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=244890327949&index=1

4) 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.

5) Tempe History Museum’s Grand Re-Opening Celebration – February 27th – 10 AM to 2 PM – Free

http://www.tempe.gov/museum/reopening.htm

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=240375465667&index=1

6) 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

7) Chuck Amuck: A Legacy of Laughter, and free film event – Tempe Center for the Arts – Exhibit opens February 25th – 3:30 PM – This is the public opening of of Chuck Amuck which is a celebration of the Works of legendary animator Chuck Jonesbrought to the Tempe Center of the Arts by Jone’s grandson Craig Kausen. It’s an event that can’t be missed.

http://www.tempe.gov/tca/jones.htm

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=423098690510&ref=mf

8) 26th Annual Matsuri – A Festival of Japan – February 27th and February 28th – Heritage and Science Park – FREE – For 26 years the Matsuri Festival has been a celebration of Japan and Japanese culture!  There will be tons of food, beer, activities and much, much more!

http://azmatsuri.org/

9) The Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace – February 6 to March 28, 2010 – Open every Saturday and Sunday 10AM to 6 PM

http://www.royalfaires.com/arizona/

10) Chandler Classic Car and Hot Rod Show – Saturday February 27th – 9 AM to 5 PM – Downtown Chandler – Come see over 300 Classic Cars that are from the 1980’s or older. There will be a great selection of cars, arts, crafts and live music. All proceeds from the event will go to I.C.A.N. which is described as “Improving Chandler Area Neighborhoods, an organization that provides free, comprehensive out-of-school-time programs that empower youth to be productive, self-confident and responsible citizens. ”

http://www.chandlercarshow.com/

11) Gravity Slashers – US Airways Center – February 27th – 7:30 PM

According to the event website, Gravity Slashers is:

The sport is freestyle motocross and with Gravity Slashing tricks like Cliffhangers, Sterilizers, Tsunamis, and Hart Attacks, fans are sure to be on the edge of their seats all night! These feats may sound like accidents waiting to happen, but in reality, they are some of the most astounding aerial acrobatics you’ll ever see.

In freestyle motocross, the name of the game is “anything goes” in this adrenaline-filled contest staged in mid-air. Riders launch their bikes off ramps that propel them towards the rafters, performing mind-bending acrobatic moves as they soar through the arena airspace. The only way to properly experience this spine-tingling sport is from the very edge of your seat as these daredevils fly high overhead.

For more info and tickets please refer to the following website:

http://www.usairwayscenter.com/calendar/events/view/1699/?page=0

12) Walk in Wednesdays (Open Mic Night) Tempe Center for the Arts – Every Wednesday night – 6:30-11PM – The Lounge at the Tempe Center for the Arts – Check out some of the area’s up and coming artists in a spectacular setting.

http://www.tempe.gov/TCA/wiw.htm

13) 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. This week ASU and

University of Arizona meet 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

14) Black Pearl Poetry – Tempe – Thursdays – MADCAP Theaters – $5 Adults $3 Students (no matter what age) – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM – A poetry open mic night right in downtown Tempe! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=416588935283&index=1

15) Thursday Night Market – The return of local farmers (and other) markets on Mill avenue starts up again on Feb 18th. http://www.thursdaynightmarket.com/Thursday_NIght_Market/Home.html http://www.pitchengine.com/free-release.php?id=46302

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

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option – Tonight’s Feature is:

ULTRABLACK in the FUSE Basement, Trashtalk & Zachary J. rockin the Rooftop!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=323215374015&index=1

17) Upcoming Events

Tony and Tina’s Wedding – March 23rd to March 28th – Chandler Center for the Arts – One of the best theater experiences that YOU participate in. Comes with dinner and a champagne toast. http://www.tonylovestina.com/shows_tony_tina_wedding_1.cfm?eid=80

Harlem Globetrotters – Jobing.com Arena- Friday March 5th at 7:00PM http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=207818966064&index=1

Harlem Globetrotters – Tour of Arizona Prescott – March 4th | Glendale – March 5th | Phoenix – March 6th (two shows) | Tucson – March 7th http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/schedule/tix/?location=az

Group tickets – For people who purchase over 10 tickets, they can get their choice of these KILLER benefits:

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/groups/

6th Annual Make a Wish foundation ‘Walk for Wishes pancakes and pajamas’ - March 13th – Tempe Kiwanis Park – 5K Walk, Run, and 1 mile family fun walk – Proceeds go to the Make a Wish Foundation http://walkforwishesarizona.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=330043

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

Phoenix International Raceway – SUBWAY Fresh Fit 600 Weekend – The Action of NASCAR comes to one of the tracks that drivers love!  Come see why it’s such a fun weekend if you are a race fan or not.

http://www.phoenixraceway.com/Articles/2010/02/PIR-Announces-April-Event-Weekend-Schedule.aspx

Tickets:

http://secure.racetickets.com//PhoenixIntlRaceway/ft/TicketSales/index.cfm?event=tixList&display=tixList&EstablishmentKey=9&EstablishmentType=T&TixEventID=2325&showCart=no&HeadlineStoryID=18266&GatewayPass=y

Arizona Barbecue Festival – Scottsdale Waterfront – April 10th – 10 AM – $10

http://azbbqfestival.com/

Pat’s Run – Sun Devil Stadium – April 17th – 7AM to 11AM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=178979986366&ref=mf

The Arizona Wing Proudly Presents ‘A Night in the 40’s’ - March 20th – Falcon Field Airport Commemorative Air Force Arizona Wing – One of the biggest swing dancing events takes place at the Falcon Field Airport in Mesa. It’s going to be a huge event that is attended by swing dancing fans as well as people who just want to get out and have fun. Tickets and more info: http://www.bigbanddance.com/

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

20) Scottsdale Old Town Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM – On the Corner of Brown and 1st Street in Old Town (Across the Street from ‘The Mission’ and ‘The Carriage House’. http://arizonafarmersmarkets.com/pageScottsdaleOldtown/ScottsdaleOTsat.htm

21) 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/

22) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

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) 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/

25) Roka Akor Farmers Market – Every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM (Beginning January 31st) http://twitpic.com/yzya5

21.5)

Concerts

New to the Concert Calendar this week:

Paul McCartney – Sunday March 28th – Jobing.com Arena – Tickets for the general public will go on sale Monday March 1st at 10 AM

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/02/23/paul-mccartney-starts-his-up-and-coming-tour-in-phoenix/

Shows off on the horizon: Dick Dale – Rhythm Room -March 7th http://www.ticketmaster.com/Dick-Dale-tickets/artist/734857

Chelsea Handler – 2010 Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang Tour – Dodge Theater – March 11th – 8:00 PM – Tickets go on sale Friday January 15th at 10:00 AM at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nation’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416822

WWE Hall of Fame Night - March 27th – Dodge Theater – This is the night that the WWE dedicated to enshrining past wrestlers into it’s Hall of Fame

Tickets go on Sale January 16th at All Live Nation outlets

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

Country Thunder – Arizona – April 14th – April 17th – Florence Arizona http://www.countrythunder.com/ct_2003/assets/07web/az/mainaz.html

Heart – Celebrity Theater – May 8 – 8:00 PM http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=719

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

Vampire Weekend – Marquee Theater – April, 13th 2010 – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show Click here to purchase tickets for Vampire Weekend

The Eagles – April 21st – US Airways Center

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/28/the-eagles-are-coming-to-phoenix/

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

Tickets:

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

Carole King and James Taylor ‘Intimate and in the Round’ Trubadour Reunion Tour – Jobing.com Arena – May 19th at 7:30 PM – Tickets available at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nations’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416906

Leann Rimes – Celebrity Theater – July 17th – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=711

Popularity: 13% [?]

The event of the year has arrived! The 2010 Waste Management Phoenix Open is underway at the TPC Scotsdale. The WM Phoenix Open is known as the most popular stop on the PGA Tour for very good reason.  It’s an event that must be expereienced, especially if you’re not a golf fan.

Before you head out, make sure you check out the FAQ’s as there’s some important information for all who are going to attend the WM Phoenix Open.

http://wastemanagementphoenixopen.com/spectator-info/faqs/

Here’s the list of events for the week (Golf and Bird’s Nest):

Wednesday February 24th

8:30 am FBR/Xerox Silver Pro-Am, TPC Stadium Course

10:00 am Scottsdale Celebrity-Am, Grayhawk Golf Club (Raptor)

3:30 pm Shot At Glory — TPC Scottsdale 16th Hole

Thursday, February 25

7:00 am Waste Management Phoenix Open 1st round

Friday, February 26

7:00 am Waste Management Phoenix Open 2nd round

Saturday, February 27

9:45 am Waste Management Phoenix Open 3rd round

Map of the WM Phoenix Open and Parking:

http://wastemanagementphoenixopen.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/Waste-Management-2010-Parking-Map.jpg

Popularity: 4% [?]

As you know, one of the best parts of the Waste Management Phoenix Open is what happens after the golfing is done for the day. Everyone moves from the golf course, across the street to the Birds Nest to party on into the night! This Wednesday through Saturday the Birds Nest will feature a different artist every night. For those of you who don’t know the Birds Nest is a not for profit fundraiser which benefits many Arizona charities. This is a great way to give back to the community and see some great music in the process (not to mention the people watching).

As you know, the highlight of the 2010 Birds Nest at the WM Phoenix Open is O.A.R. After their tremendous show at last years Birds Nest everyone is excited to see them back again this year! Here’s more information about O.A.R.’s show at the Bird’s Nest:

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/16/o-a-r-returns-to-the-birds-nest-at-the-wm-phoenix-open/

Doors open for every day of the Birds Nest at 3:30 PM!

Here’s the full Birds Nest lineup:

Wednesday February 24th
Doors Open -- 3:30 PM

Headliner: Steel Panther/Reverend Run of RUN DMC
with Duck Soup and DJ Roonie G

Thursday February 25th
Doors Open -- 3:30 PM

Headliner: Collective Soul
with Champagne Tap and DJ Roonie G

Friday February 26th
Doors Open -- 3:30 PM

Headliner: Static
with The Chadwicks and DJ Roonie G

Saturday February 27th
Doors Open -- 3:30 PM

Headliner: O.A.R.
with Kelley James and DJ Roonie G

General Admission tickets can be purchased from Ticketmaster (via the link below) and by calling 1-800-745-3000. General Admission tickets for Wednesday through Friday are only $25. Tickets for O.A.R.’s show Saturday night is $35 in advance or $40 at the door.

VIP Tickets for the Birds Nest are $175 and includes a separate entrance to the Birds Nest, a catered dinner by Sushi Roku, complimentary drinks, and an exclusive viewing area for the Birds Nest shows.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/promo/fk01zx?tm_link=tm_homeA_f5

Popularity: 4% [?]

Well, there was big news announced at the Jobing.com Arena Monday that legendary Beatles singer/bassist Sir Paul McCartney will be starting his ‘Up and Coming’ World Tour at the Jobing.com Arena on Sunday March 28th.  This is the first time that Sir Paul has visited Arizona since 2005 in a memorable sold-out show.

Sir Paul’s tour will feature songs that span his entire career crammed into a 2++ hour set.  The tour also promises to showcase songs that have never been played in the United States…..ever.  If you have ever been to a Paul McCartney Concert you know that you will not only take a walk down memory lane but you will be treated to one heck of a show.  If you have never seen Sir Paul, why are you not buying tickets to this show?!?!?

Trust me.  This show WILL sell out.

Tickets for the general public will go on sale Monday March 1st at 10 AM via the link below or by calling 1-800-745-3000.

HOWEVER….

You can purchase tickets today at 11 AM (via the link below) by using the super secret password ‘PMFAN’ (without the quotes).  Tickets are limited so grab them while you can!!!

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E004452E9B2EFC3

Popularity: 9% [?]

1)WM Phoenix Open – February 22nd – February 28th TPC Scottsdale – One of the best sporting and entertainment events on the social calendar this year. By day, its a tremendous event that is unparalleled in golf….or pro sports for that matter. By night its one of the biggest parties and places that you must see or be seen at.

http://wastemanagementphoenixopen.com/

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

2) Parada del Sol – Pro Rodeo and Parade – February 20th (Parade) and February 26th-28th (Rodeo) – Westworld (Rodeo) and Old Town Scottsdale (Parade/Festival) – A time honored tradtion also serves at the Scottsdale Jaycee’s main fundraiser for the year.

Details: http://www.paradadelsol.org/

Tickets (Rodeo): http://tickets.ticketforce.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=803&c=53&pg=

3)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

4) The Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace – February 6 to March 28, 2010 – Open every Saturday and Sunday 10AM to 6 PM

http://www.royalfaires.com/arizona/

5) 55th Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show – February 11-21, 2010 – Westworld in Scottsdale Details: http://www.scottsdaleshow.com/

Tickets:

http://www.scottsdaleshow.com/ticket-information/index.html

6) 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

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

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

8) Ozzy Osbourne Book Signing – 3 PM – February 20th – Changing Hands Bookstore – Tempe – Ozzy is coming to town but this time he’s signing his memoirs ‘I Am Ozzy’ for all fans.  The fun stats at 3 PM!

http://www.changinghands.com/event/ozzy

9)  IFBB Pro Bodybuilding and Fitness Show – Tempe Center for the Arts

http://www.phoenixproshow.com/

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=273816616450&index=1

10) NHRA Arizona Nationals – Firebird International Raceway – February 19th-21st -

http://firebirdraceway.com/web/10Nationals.html

11) The Birds Nest at the WM Phoenix Open – Thursday through Saturday at the WM Phoenix Open – When the party stops on the golf course for the day, it moves here for some AMAZING shows. We will have a full writeup this week but here’s a lineup of who’s going to be appearing this year plus opportunities to meet this year’s artists back stage!

http://wastemanagementphoenixopen.com/category/birds-nest/

12) NU(Native+You)= Art+Opera+Drinks+Dining – Heard Museum – Every 3rd Friday – Free – From the NU Facebook Event: “The Heard Museum’s third Friday evening free series, NU (Native + You), will mix opera and art on January 15 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. The evening includes a panel discussion with several well respected contemporary artists, and operatic performance and a meet and greet with artist Steve Yazzie. Admission to the event and museum is FREE.”

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=266506492845&index=1

13) 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. This week ASU and University of Arizona meet 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

14) Black Pearl Poetry – Tempe – Thursdays – MADCAP Theaters – $5 Adults $3 Students (no matter what age) – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM – A poetry open mic night right in downtown Tempe! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=416588935283&index=1

15) Thursday Night Market – The return of local farmers (and other) markets on Mill avenue starts up again on Feb 18th. http://www.thursdaynightmarket.com/Thursday_NIght_Market/Home.html http://www.pitchengine.com/free-release.php?id=46302

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

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=323207539392&index=1

17) Upcoming Events

Chuck Amuck: A Legacy of Laughter, and free film event – Tempe Center for the Arts – Exhibit opens February 25th – 3:30 PM – This is the public opening of of Chuck Amuck which is a celebration of the Works of legendary animator Chuck Jonesbrought to the Tempe Center of the Arts by Jone’s grandson Craig Kausen. It’s an event that can’t be missed.

http://www.tempe.gov/tca/jones.htm

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=423098690510&ref=mf

Chandler Classic Car and Hot Rod Show – Saturday February 27th – 9 AM to 5 PM – Downtown Chandler – Come see over 300 Classic Cars that are from the 1980’s or older.   There will be a great selection of cars, arts, crafts and live music.  All proceeds from the event will go to I.C.A.N. which is described as “Improving Chandler Area Neighborhoods, an organization that provides free, comprehensive out-of-school-time programs that empower youth to be productive, self-confident and responsible citizens. ”

http://www.chandlercarshow.com/

Tempe History Museum’s Grand Re-Opening Celebration – February 27th – 10 AM to 2 PM – Free http://www.tempe.gov/museum/reopening.htm

Tony and Tina’s Wedding – March 23rd to March 28th – Chandler Center for the Arts – One of the best theater experiences that YOU participate in. Comes with dinner and a champagne toast. http://www.tonylovestina.com/shows_tony_tina_wedding_1.cfm?eid=80

Harlem Globetrotters – Jobing.com Arena- Friday March 5th at 7:00PM http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=207818966064&index=1

Harlem Globetrotters – Tour of Arizona Prescott – March 4th | Glendale – March 5th | Phoenix – March 6th (two shows) | Tucson – March 7th http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/schedule/tix/?location=az

Group tickets – For people who purchase over 10 tickets, they can get their choice of these KILLER benefits:

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/groups/

6th Annual Make a Wish foundation ‘Walk for Wishes pancakes and pajamas’ - March 13th – Tempe Kiwanis Park – 5K Walk, Run, and 1 mile family fun walk – Proceeds go to the Make a Wish Foundation http://walkforwishesarizona.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=330043

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

Arizona Barbecue Festival – Scottsdale Waterfront – April 10th – 10 AM – $10

http://azbbqfestival.com/

Pat’s Run – Sun Devil Stadium – April 17th – 7AM to 11AM

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=178979986366&ref=mf

The Arizona Wing Proudly Presents ‘A Night in the 40’s’ - March 20th – Falcon Field Airport Commemorative Air Force Arizona Wing – One of the biggest swing dancing events takes place at the Falcon Field Airport in Mesa. It’s going to be a huge event that is attended by swing dancing fans as well as people who just want to get out and have fun. Tickets and more info: http://www.bigbanddance.com/

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

20) Scottsdale Old Town Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM – On the Corner of Brown and 1st Street in Old Town (Across the Street from ‘The Mission’ and ‘The Carriage House’. http://arizonafarmersmarkets.com/pageScottsdaleOldtown/ScottsdaleOTsat.htm

21) 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/

22) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

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) 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/

25) Roka Akor Farmers Market – Every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM (Beginning January 31st) http://twitpic.com/yzya5

26) Walk in Wednesdays (Open Mic Night) Tempe Center for the Arts – Every Wednesday night – 6:30-11PM – The Lounge at the Tempe Center for the Arts – Check out some of the area’s up and coming artists in a spectacular setting. http://www.tempe.gov/TCA/wiw.htm

21.5)

Concerts

New to the Concert Calendar this week:

Shows off on the horizon: Dick Dale – Rhythm Room -March 7th http://www.ticketmaster.com/Dick-Dale-tickets/artist/734857

Chelsea Handler – 2010 Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang Tour – Dodge Theater – March 11th – 8:00 PM – Tickets go on sale Friday January 15th at 10:00 AM at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nation’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416822

WWE Hall of Fame Night - March 27th – Dodge Theater – This is the night that the WWE dedicated to enshrining past wrestlers into it’s Hall of Fame

Tickets go on Sale January 16th at All Live Nation outlets

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

Country Thunder – Arizona – April 14th – April 17th – Florence Arizona http://www.countrythunder.com/ct_2003/assets/07web/az/mainaz.html

Heart – Celebrity Theater – May 8 – 8:00 PM http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=719

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

Vampire Weekend – Marquee Theater – April, 13th 2010 – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show Click here to purchase tickets for Vampire Weekend

The Eagles – April 21st – US Airways Center

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/28/the-eagles-are-coming-to-phoenix/

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

Tickets:

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

Carole King and James Taylor ‘Intimate and in the Round’ Trubadour Reunion Tour – Jobing.com Arena – May 19th at 7:30 PM – Tickets available at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nations’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416906

Leann Rimes – Celebrity Theater – July 17th – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=711

Popularity: 21% [?]

1) Arizona Diamondbacks Fan Fest – February 13th – Chase Field – FREE – Arizona Diamondbacks fans will love the ability not only walk around on the Chase Field infield but they can also meet Diamondbacks coaches, players and even alumni. All the details are in the link below!

http://arizona.diamondbacks.mlb.com/ari/fan_forum/fanfest.jsp

2) Mardi Gras Party Gras – Westgate City Center – Glendale – February 13th and February 16th – Mardi Gras….Westgate City Center Style!

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/02/09/mardi-gras-returns-to-the-westgate-city-center/

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) The Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace – February 6 to March 28, 2010 – Open every Saturday and Sunday 10AM to 6 PM

http://www.royalfaires.com/arizona/

5) 55th Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show – February 11-21, 2010 – Westworld in Scottsdale

Details: http://www.scottsdaleshow.com/
Tickets: http://www.scottsdaleshow.com/ticket-information/index.html

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

7) Alice in Chains – February 17th Dodge Theater:

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

8) Pink Floyd Laserspectacular – Dodge Theater – February 12th 7:30 PM – Tickets on Sale Friday January 15th at Noon at all Live Nation outlets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/417030

9) MADCAP THEATER – Tempe – This weekend there are two separate events you might want to check out.  The first is the Valentine’s edtion of the ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ Friday February 12th.  This screening will feature an all Female Cast acting out the movie in tradional Rocky Horror Fashion.

The Second is a 3-D double feature that is a campy sexy adventure that must be witnessed.

Rocky Horror deets: http://madcaptheaters.com/events/viewevent.aspx?eid=153

3-D Movie deets: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=323931800375&index=1

10) Dennis DeYoung: The Music of Styx – Celebrity Theater – February 14th – 7:30 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=717

11) Comedian Martin Lawrence – In a rare standup performance – Dodge Theater – February, 13th http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/07/martin-lawrence-is-coming-to-phoenix/

12) The Skirtchaser 5K – Tempe – Feb 13th – It’s a 5K Race with a twist….Ladies start first and get a 3 minute head start.  Guys then have to….chase the skirts. http://www.skirtchaser5k.com/tempe/

13) Madama Butterfly – Phoenix Opera – Orpheum Theater – February 12th & 14th – The Phoenix Opera’s Season continues with their production of Madama Butterfly http://www.ticketmaster.com/Madama-Butterfly-tickets/artist/804004

14) Sleeping Beauty – Ballet Arizona – Symphony Hall – February 11th to February 14th – Without a doubt Sleeping Beauty is one of the better Valentines Day presents around town. http://www.ticketmaster.com/Symphony-Hall-tickets-Phoenix/venue/246063

15) Thursday Night Market – The return of local farmers (and other) markets on Mill avenue starts up again on Feb 18th. http://www.thursdaynightmarket.com/Thursday_NIght_Market/Home.html http://www.pitchengine.com/free-release.php?id=46302

16) FUSE – Bar Smith – Friday Nights – $5 – Bar Smith – Downtown Phoenix – 10PM – 2 AM – This week features Stereoheroes from France! 18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=334560669166&index=1

17) Upcoming Events

Parada del Sol – Pro Rodeo and Parade – February 20th (Parade) and February 26th-28th (Rodeo) – Westworld (Rodeo) and Old Town Scottsdale (Parade/Festival) -  A time honored tradtion also serves at the Scottsdale Jaycee’s main fundraiser for the year.

Details: http://www.paradadelsol.org/

Tickets (Rodeo): http://tickets.ticketforce.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=803&c=53&pg=

Tony and Tina’s Wedding – March 23rd to March 28th – Chandler Center for the Arts – One of the best theater experiences that YOU participate in. Comes with dinner and a champagne toast. http://www.tonylovestina.com/shows_tony_tina_wedding_1.cfm?eid=80

WM Phoenix Open – February 22nd – February 28th TPC Scottsdale – One of the best sporting and entertainment events on the social calendar this year. By day, its a tremendous event that is unparalleled in golf….or pro sports for that matter. By night its one of the biggest parties and places that you must see or be seen at.

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

Harlem Globetrotters – Tour of Arizona Prescott – March 4th | Glendale – March 5th | Phoenix – March 6th (two shows) | Tucson – March 7th http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/schedule/tix/?location=az

Group tickets – For people who purchase over 10 tickets, they can get their choice of these KILLER benefits: http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/groups/

6th Annual Make a Wish foundation ‘Walk for Wishes pancakes and pajamas’ - March 13th – Tempe Kiwanis Park – 5K Walk, Run, and 1 mile family fun walk – Proceeds go to the Make a Wish Foundation http://walkforwishesarizona.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=330043

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

Pat’s Run – Sun Devil Stadium – April 17th – 7AM to 11AM http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=178979986366&ref=mf

The Arizona Wing Proudly Presents ‘A Night in the 40’s’ - March 20th – Falcon Field Airport Commemorative Air Force Arizona Wing – One of the biggest swing dancing events takes place at the Falcon Field Airport in Mesa. It’s going to be a huge event that is attended by swing dancing fans as well as people who just want to get out and have fun. Tickets and more info: http://www.bigbanddance.com/ 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) 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

20) Black Pearl Poetry – Tempe – Thursdays – MADCAP Theaters – $5 Adults $3 Students (no matter what age) – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM – A poetry open mic night right in downtown Tempe! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=416588935283&index=1

21) 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/

22) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

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) Walk in Wednesdays (Open Mic Night) Tempe Center for the Arts – Every Wednesday night – 6:30-11PM – The Lounge at the Tempe Center for the Arts – Check out some of the area’s up and coming artists in a spectacular setting.

http://www.tempe.gov/TCA/wiw.htm

25) 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. This week ASU and University of Arizona meet

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

26) 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/

27) Roka Akor Farmers Market – Every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM (Beginning January 31st)

http://twitpic.com/yzya5

28) Scottsdale Old Town Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM – On the Corner of Brown and 1st Street in Old Town (Across the Street from ‘The Mission’ and ‘The Carriage House’. http://arizonafarmersmarkets.com/pageScottsdaleOldtown/ScottsdaleOTsat.htm

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

21.5)

Concerts

New to the Concert Calendar this week:

Shows off on the horizon:

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

Dick Dale – Rhythm Room -March 7th http://www.ticketmaster.com/Dick-Dale-tickets/artist/734857

Chelsea Handler – 2010 Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang Tour – Dodge Theater – March 11th – 8:00 PM – Tickets go on sale Friday January 15th at 10:00 AM at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nation’s website: http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416822

WWE Hall of Fame Night - March 27th – Dodge Theater – This is the night that the WWE dedicated to enshrining past wrestlers into it’s Hall of Fame Tickets go on Sale January 16th at All Live Nation outlets

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

Country Thunder – Arizona – April 14th – April 17th – Florence Arizona http://www.countrythunder.com/ct_2003/assets/07web/az/mainaz.html

Heart – Celebrity Theater – May 8 – 8:00 PM http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=719

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

Vampire Weekend – Marquee Theater – April, 13th 2010 – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show Click here to purchase tickets for Vampire Weekend

The Eagles – April 21st – US Airways Center

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/28/the-eagles-are-coming-to-phoenix/

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

Tickets:

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

Carole King and James Taylor ‘Intimate and in the Round’ Trubadour Reunion Tour – Jobing.com Arena – May 19th at 7:30 PM – Tickets available at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nations’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416906

Leann Rimes – Celebrity Theater – July 17th – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=711

Popularity: 20% [?]

There’s a brand new club opening up down the road (February 26th to be exact). However, today they’re having a job fair for all who are looking for a position in the club industry.

The brand new club is called ‘Shotgun Betty’s’ and they’re billed as a modern day saloon with a touch of Coyote Ugly, dancing and live music.

From February 10th to February 14th between the hours of 3 PM and 6 PM, Shotgun Betty’s will be hiring for all positions including:

Management
Bartenders
Waitresses
Barbacks
Security
DJ’s.

If you’re looking for a job in what is sure to be the next hot club in Old Town, check out Shotgun Betty’s.

Please refer to the map below for the location!

Popularity: 13% [?]

The Westgate City Center is bringing back their Mardi Gras festivities for another  festive year!  The “Mardi Gras Party Gras” takes place on Saturday February 13 from 7 to 10 PM and Fat Tuesday, February 16th, from 6 to 9 PM.

There will be two separate float parades, food, entertainment, drinks and even a King and Queen of Mardi Gras will be crowned.

For more details, please refer to the event website (also scroll down for some great offers):

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

This event gets better and better every year!  Don’t miss out on what the Westgate City Center has in store this year!

Popularity: 9% [?]

1) 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=242669160894&index=1

2) Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain Tonight! – Mesa Arts Center – February 6 – 7:30 PM

http://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/performances/theatre/holbrook

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) The Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace – February 6 to March 28, 2010 – Open every Saturday and Sunday 10AM to 6 PM

http://www.royalfaires.com/arizona/

5) Raven Events B2B Networking Mixer – Un Bacio Restaurant – Scottsdale – Free – This is THE best event to mix, mingle, network and socialize an informal, open forum. We provide a comfortable, inviting environment openly welcoming anyone with an entrepreneurial spirit! The B2B Networking Mixer is a popular event that takes place every 2nd Thursday of each month and brings in about 500 guests. Each month we promote and feature up to two businesses or organizations that become the focal point of interest during the B2B Mixer. Although this event is held in a fun, upbeat atmosphere, make no mistake about it, in attendance are like-minded individuals who are there to exchange ideas, get referrals, make beneficial introductions and seek out serious business connections. This is a FREE event that was created, promoted and always hosted, by Raven Events, LLC.

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=287955307166&index=1

6) GABRIEL IGLESIAS THE FLUFFY SHOP TOUR – SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6

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

8) Yappy Hour – Happy Hour that you can bring your Dog to – February 8th – Salty Senortia

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=263182876892&index=1

9) Scottsdale Old Town Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM – On the Corner of Brown and 1st Street in Old Town (Across the Street from ‘The Mission’ and ‘The Carriage House’. http://arizonafarmersmarkets.com/pageScottsdaleOldtown/ScottsdaleOTsat.htm

10) Modified Arts: Looking Back on the Future – through February, 13 – To celebrate the new management of Modified Arts, they will be having a month long exhibition of some of the top contemporary artists that Phoenix has to offer. http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=228960494237&index=1

11) Olio Nuovo (New Oil) Festival - Queen Creek Olive Mill – Saturdays through February 21st – The Queen Creek Olive Mill will be celebrating the arrival of their ‘New Oil’ from their pressings during the fall of last year. They will be having lots of fun for all including live music, wine tasting, product tasting, and other specials. Best of all it’s Free!

http://arizonaoliveoil.com/upcoming-events/annual-olive-oil-festival-2/

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

13) MACFest – Every Saturday in January (excluding January 2) – Downtown Mesa on Main Street between Sirrine and Morris – This is a free, regularly held arts and culture festival in downtown Mesa featuring creations from local artists, food, and fun for the whole family.

14) Sleeping Beauty – Ballet Arizona – Symphony Hall – February 11th to February 14th – Without a doubt Sleeping Beauty is one of the better Valentines Day presents around town.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Symphony-Hall-tickets-Phoenix/venue/246063

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

18 dj’s, 2 Floors, Hosted Bar option

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=280931629283&index=1

17) Upcoming Events

Arizona Diamondbacks Fan Fest – February 13th – Chase Field – FREE – Arizona Diamondbacks fans will love the ability not only walk around on the Chase Field infield but they can also meet Diamondbacks coaches, players and even alumni. All the details are in the link below!

http://arizona.diamondbacks.mlb.com/ari/fan_forum/fanfest.jsp

Madama Butterfly – Phoenix Opera – Orpheum Theater – February 12th & 14th – The Phoenix Opera’s Season continues with their production of Madama Butterfly

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Madama-Butterfly-tickets/artist/804004

Tony and Tina’s Wedding – March 23rd to March 28th – Chandler Center for the Arts – One of the best theater experiences that YOU participate in. Comes with dinner and a champagne toast.

http://www.tonylovestina.com/shows_tony_tina_wedding_1.cfm?eid=80

WM Phoenix Open – February 22nd – February 28th TPC Scottsdale – One of the best sporting and entertainment events on the social calendar this year. By day, its a tremendous event that is unparalleled in golf….or pro sports for that matter. By night its one of the biggest parties and places that you must see or be seen at.

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

Harlem Globetrotters – Tour of Arizona

Prescott – March 4th | Glendale – March 5th | Phoenix – March 6th (two shows) | Tucson – March 7th

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/schedule/tix/?location=az

Group tickets – For people who purchase over 10 tickets, they can get their choice of these KILLER benefits:

http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/groups/

6th Annual Make a Wish foundation ‘Walk for Wishes pancakes and pajamas’ - March 13th – Tempe Kiwanis Park – 5K Walk, Run, and 1 mile family fun walk – Proceeds go to the Make a Wish Foundation

http://walkforwishesarizona.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=330043

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

The Arizona Wing Proudly Presents ‘A Night in the 40’s’ - March 20th – Falcon Field Airport
Commemorative Air Force Arizona Wing – One of the biggest swing dancing events takes place at the Falcon Field Airport in Mesa. It’s going to be a huge event that is attended by swing dancing fans as well as people who just want to get out and have fun.

Tickets and more info:

http://www.bigbanddance.com/

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) 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

20) Black Pearl Poetry – Tempe – Thursdays – MADCAP Theaters – $5 Adults $3 Students (no matter what age) – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM – A poetry open mic night right in downtown Tempe! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=416588935283&index=1

21) 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/

22) Mill Ave Farmers Market – 6th St. Park in Downtown Tempe – Sunday http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196991538256&index=1

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) Walk in Wednesdays (Open Mic Night) Tempe Center for the Arts – Every Wednesday night – 6:30-11PM – The Lounge at the Tempe Center for the Arts – Check out some of the area’s up and coming artists in a spectacular setting.

http://www.tempe.gov/TCA/wiw.htm

25) 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. This week ASU and University of Arizona meet

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

26)Kangaroo Jump Boot Class – Come see what the newest exercise craze is in Scottsdale!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=289413326195&index=1

27) Roka Akor Farmers Market – Every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM (Beginning January 31st)

http://twitpic.com/yzya5

21.5)

Concerts

New to the Concert Calendar this week:

Shows off on the horizon:

Comedian Martin Lawrence – In a rare standup performance – Dodge Theater – February, 13th

http://www.azvibe.com/phoenix-entertainment/2010/01/07/martin-lawrence-is-coming-to-phoenix/

Pink Floyd Laserspectacular – Dodge Theater – February 12th 7:30 PM – Tickets on Sale Friday January 15th at Noon at all Live Nation outlets:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/417030

Dennis DeYoung: The Music of Styx – Celebrity Theater – February 14th – 7:30 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=717

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

Dick Dale – Rhythm Room -March 7th

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Dick-Dale-tickets/artist/734857

Chelsea Handler – 2010 Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang Tour – Dodge Theater – March 11th – 8:00 PM – Tickets go on sale Friday January 15th at 10:00 AM at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nation’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416822

WWE Hall of Fame Night - March 27th – Dodge Theater – This is the night that the WWE dedicated to enshrining past wrestlers into it’s Hall of Fame

Tickets go on Sale January 16th at All Live Nation outlets

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

Heart – Celebrity Theater – May 8 – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=719

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

Vampire Weekend – Marquee Theater – April, 13th 2010 – 7:00 PM – All Ages Show

Click here to purchase tickets for Vampire Weekend

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

Tickets:

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

Carole King and James Taylor ‘Intimate and in the Round’ Trubadour Reunion Tour – Jobing.com Arena – May 19th at 7:30 PM – Tickets available at all Live Nation outlets and at Live Nations’s website:

http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/416906

Leann Rimes – Celebrity Theater – July 17th – 8:00 PM

http://www.celebritytheatre.com/upcoming.php?viewevent=711

Popularity: 18% [?]

Today was opening day of the NCAA National Letter of Intent for Football and for Arizona State University, it was a great day. As you can see below, ASU addressed many needs, especially on the offensive line.

We broke down the class of 2010 along with the full list of the Class of 2010 is at the bottom of the article.

By The Numbers

29 – The number of Arizona Natives that Coach Erickson has recruited during his tenure at ASU.

26 – The number of players in the ASU Football Class of 2010

20 – The number of freshmen in the ASU Football Class of 2010

15 – Offensive players in the Class of 2010

9 – Defensive Players in the Class of 2010

6 – Offensive linemen in this recruiting class

6 – The number of Junior College Transfers in the Class of 2010

5 – Players in the Class of 2010 that are among the Nations’s top 20 at their position. FB Carl Bradford (#5 – ESPN Scouts, Inc.), TE Josh Fulton (#14 – Rivals.com), OG Sil Ajawara (#15 – Rivals.com), DE Nduka Onyeali (#18 – Rivals.com), RB Deantre Lewis (#20 – Rivals.com)

4 – The number of players in the Class of 2010 from the State of Arizona. ATH – Ramon Abreau (Marcos de Niza, HS), TE – Josh Fulton (St. Mary’s HS), DE – Jordan McDonald (Saguaro HS), RB – Taylor Walstad (Chandler HS)

4 – This is Coach Erickson’s 4th signing class during his tenure at ASU

3 – The number of top ranked players in the State of Arizona who will be playing for Coach Erickson.

2 – Players that are rated in the Rivals.com Top-50 Junior College Prospects (OL Brice Schwab – Rated #9 & WR George Bell – Rated #32)

2 – Number of players that can play both sides of the ball

1- The number of players that have already used up their Redshirt year.

ASU Head Coach Dennis Erickson’s Comments on the Class of 2010

“This was a class that we recruited more for need, particularly junior college.  As you look at our football team as it has progressed over the last three years.  We’ve been awfully good on defense, as you can see. We’re getting more athletic and faster all the time.  We’re a lot better offensively.

As I sat back and looked at our team, where do we have to get better to compete for a Pac-10 Championship next year.

We thought we need a couple junior college offensive linemen, which we did in this class.  We need continue to improve our speed and skill at the wide receiver spot and at running back.  The class has a lot of depth in it.  We probably have more offensive guys than we have recruited in a while.  That was our plan coming in, to build the defense and go from there.  We fulfilled what we wanted to.  We have a heck of good recruiting class.  Probably as good as we have had.  I’m excited about it.  Everybody is.  At this time of year, everyone is excited.

We’ve got two players here in Steven Threet and Aaron Pflugrad that were here in fall, that have been here all winter, who are going to add a heck of a lot to our football team. They’re going to make a huge difference to our offensive football team.

George Bell brings a lot to the table as far as speed is concerned.  It is a good junior college class.

Brice Schwab is an offensive tackle, probably the best junior college offense lineman that I saw.  When they made a change at USC, obviously, we did a good job at getting on top of him.  He is 6′8, 320 pounds.  We expect him and have an impact right away.

Chris DeArmas is the same way.  He is an offensive guard out of El Camino [Junior College], who can come in a give us some depth.

I look at our offense front, we’ve got a lot of young good players.  We can add this depth along with Aderious Simmons, a junior college transfer out of El Camino.  6′7.  Now to add these [players] to our offense front along with our freshman.  We finally have some depth and we’ll be so much better there.  That was part of our plan with junior college recruiting and it’s made a difference.  We ended up taking six junior college players.”

ASU’s Recruiting Class of 2010

Name	Pos.	Yr.	Ht.	Wt.	Hometown (Last School)
Ramon Abreu	ATH	Fr.	5-10	180	Tempe, Ariz. (Marcos de Niza HS)
Lee Adams	DL	Fr.	6-2	255	Corona, Calif. (Centennial HS)
Sil Ajawara	OL	Fr.	6-4	305	Rancho Santa Margarita, Calif. (Tesoro HS)
Kevin Anderson	WR	Fr.	6-1	185	Lakewood, Calif. (Lakewood HS)
George Bell	WR	Jr.	6-3	195	San Diego, Calif. (Southwestern CC)
Carl Bradford	LB	Fr.	6-1	230	Norco, Calif. (Norco HS)
Alden Darby	CB	Fr.	6-0	180	Long Beach, Calif. (Millikan Senior HS)
Chris DeArmas	OL	Jr.	6-4	305	Miami, Fla. (El Camino JC)
Jamil Douglas	OL	Fr.	6-5	252	Cypress, Calif. (Cypress HS)
Eddie Elder	DB	Jr.	6-0	190	Sacramento, Calif. (College of San Mateo)
Josh Fulton	TE	Fr.	6-5	235	Phoenix, Ariz. (St. Mary’s HS)
Taylor Kelly	QB	Fr.	6-3	185	Eagle, Idaho (Eagle HS)
Randy Knust	WR	Fr.	6-3	200	The Woodlands, Texas (The Woodlands HS)
Deantre Lewis	RB	Fr.	5-10	189	Norco, Calif. (Norco HS)
Jordan McDonald	DE	Fr.	6-4	225	Scottsdale, Ariz. (Saguaro HS)
Kyle Middlebrooks	WR/RB	Fr.	5-9	176	Fountain Valley, Calif. (Fountain Valley HS)
Nduka Onyeali	DE/LB	Fr.	6-1	240	Denver, Colo. (Mullen HS)
Brice Schwab	OL	Jr.	6-8	320	West Sunbury, Pa. (Palomar College)
Aderious Simmons	OL	RS-Jr.*	6-7	310	Marrero, La. (El Camino JC)
Devan Spann	CB	Fr.	5-11	175	Gardena, Calif. (Junipero Serra HS)
Tyler Sulka	OL	Fr.	6-5	270	Sherman Oaks, Calif. (Notre Dame HS)
Joita Te’i	DL	Fr.	6-5	255	Oceanside, Calif. (El Camino HS)
Calvin Tonga	DL	Fr.	6-4	320	Riverside, Calif. (Arlington HS)
Taylor Walstad	RB	Fr.	5-11	210	Chandler, Ariz. (Chandler HS)
Damien Williams	ATH	Fr.	6-0	205	San Diego, Calif. (Mira Mesa HS)
Mike Willie	WR	Jr.	6-4	215	Long Beach, Calif. (Cerritos CC)

ASU Head Coach Dennis Erickson’s Comments on the Class of 2010 (By Player)

On Ramon Abreu…

Probably the best high school football in productivity in the Phoenix area, that I’ve seen. Played everything. We’re going to play him at safety to start out with. Everybody looks at his size. When you watch that kid play football, he’s really special. The thing that jumps out at me, he’s been at our camp ever since he was a ninth grader. We’re excited about having him.

On Lee Adams…

Lee Adams is a defensive lineman from Centennial High School. Obviously we have a few players from there. He is a guy that didn’t play much as a junior. He played behind Sutton. But when people started to see him play. People evaluate as juniors. Everyone offers so early. As you watched him continue as a senior and grow physically, he became a heck of a football player. He either be a defensive end or a tackle. I think he’ll grow into a defensive tackle.

On Sil Ajawara…

Offensive lineman out of Rancho Santa Margarita. Kid that has great potential. He was heavily recruited by a lot of different people. He will probably end up playing offensive guard for us, could probably play tackle. He is a guy who has great potential. Probably with what we’ve done, we can bring him in and redshirt. We can do that with a lot of our players, instead of playing them like we have the last three years.

On Kevin Anderson…

Kevin Anderson is a wide receiver out of Lakewood, Calif. He is one of the better receivers out of the state of California. He has great speed. He ran a 10.6 [100 meters] in high school. He has great feet. He has a chance to come in a play for us early.

On George Bell….

I really believe he has a chance to be special. He has great speed. He has great feet. We are very fortunate to get him. He’s got good height. He is a guy who can really help us as far as getting the ball deep. I looked at where we were offensively and made the decision to hire Noel Mazzone as our offense coordinator. He has been unbelievable. A pleasant surprise for me and what we’re going to do. We can gain more speed offensively. This class is going to make a heck of a difference in what we’re going to do.

On Carl Bradford….

Bradford is from Norco High School. He was a fullback but when we looked at him at fullback he was 6′2, 235. They only played him one way. We had him at camp and played him at linebacker. He was a good fullback. We feel like he can be great linebacker. We are taking a guy like that, who is very powerful, and moving him to linebacker, which I’ve done a lot in my career.

On Alden Darby….

Darby is from Long Beach Millikan. He will be corner for us. Kind of a sleeper, although at the end of recruiting he scored very well on his tests, so a lot of people came in on him. We knew about him. We recruited him at the end and he is a very good athlete. He can run and play corner for us.

On Chris DeArmas…

He is from Miami, Fla. He went to junior college at El Camino and sat out a year because of an illness in the family. So he is a little bit older. He is a very good football player and very mature. He’ll help us at guard.

On Jamil Douglas…

He is a guy that reminds me of Finkenberg from Southern California last year. He played tight end. Very good athlete. He is going to end up playing offensive tackle for us as time goes on.

On Eddie Elder….

Eddie Elder is a junior college transfer that is a safety. San Mateo Junior College. One area where we did lose some people at was safety. Although we have some good young safeties coming back that played quite a bit. Because of injury we ended up playing those seniors at the end. Eddie can come in and help us right away. We recruited him out of high school so we know quite a bit about him.

On Josh Fulton…

Josh Fulton is from St. Mary’s High School. He is a tight end who can really run. He is very athletic. He just had shoulder surgery, so he is going to be five, six months with that. We expect him to be ready to go in the fall.

On Taylor Kelly…

Taylor Kelly is a guy I really liked. He is out of Boise, Idaho. Taylor is a guy that led Eagle High School to a state championship. Very athletic. Starter on the basketball team. I had heard about him, so I started watching tape on him. That area is not recruited real heavily. I know the head coach Paul Peterson. We visited. I had a couple people call me. I really studied him. I looked about seven games. Games. Not highlights. Games. To me quarterback highlight films are so over rated. You see all the good plays, not the bad plays. I watched him from start to finish. He is a winner and a great athlete. He is about 6-3, 185 pounds. He has a really good arm. He runs 4.6, which is what they tell me. He makes things happen back there. He won a lot of football games at the end of the game. It may be Boise, Idaho but you still have to win games. I saw him take his team 80 yards at the end of games. He was making plays with either his legs or throwing it to win football games. I was very impressed when I watched him and talked to him and watched him play basketball. I was totally convinced that he was the guy. We were fortunate to get him to change his commitment and come here. I told him upfront, you’re going to be compared to one guy from [Arizona State] when you come here. Just be ready for that. He has no fear. If he can become as good as Jake [Plummer] we’re in pretty good shape. Obviously Jake was his idol growing up.

On Randy Knust:…

Randy Knust is wide receiver out of The Woodlands, Texas. He is obviously from a great football state. He can run. He makes plays. We really liked him. He has good size and catches everything. We’re excited about him.

On Deantre Lewis…

Deantre Lewis, to me, is one of the better guys I’ve been around. If you watch him on tape, this guy is explosive and he can run. We don’t have anyone quite like him at the running back position. I think he has run a 10.6-10.7 [100 yard]. Which is pretty good. He can explode. He gives us that break away speed on offense that I was talking about.

On Jordan McDonald….

To me has a huge upside. He has good height and a good body. He is going to get bigger. He is a very good athlete. He is a guy, that once you get him here for a couple years, he is going to be a very good football player. He could be a great football player. That is the one thing about where we’re at. We don’t have to play these guys right now.

On Kyle Middlebrooks…

Kyle Middlebrooks is another player like Lewis. He is a guy who can play back there [in the running back position] and he can play in the slot. He can play a lot of different places. He is true speed. He a guy that I believe ran a 10.4. He can fly. He is going to be involved in our track program. A lot of those guys say they can but when the track coaches say so, you know they can fly. If you run on this track team you have to be pretty darn fast. He is a great athlete. You can do a lot of different things with him as a receiver.

On Nduka Onyeali…

Junior is a defensive lineman and defensive end, linebacker from Denver. He just jumps out at you when you watch him play. He had got a chance to play for us next year. He can really run. He is not real tall. He is a guy that can make plays. He was very heavily recruited and we’re really excited about him. He is a guy that can play.

On Brice Schwab….

He’s from Pittsburgh. We really think he has a chance to be one of the better players I’ve been around in a long time.

On Aderious Simmons….

He came from Louisiana and was a high school basketball player. He played high school and some junior college basketball and then he ended up at El Camino Junior College. He is a legitimate 6′7, 310. He is an athletic tackle that can pass protect. The biggest thing with him is that he has only played football for three years. He is a guy that will continue to learn while he’s here.

On Devan Spann…

He is a corner out of [Junipero] Serra High School, which is an outstanding private high school in the Los Angeles area. He is also a track star who has done really well. He has great feet.

On Tyler Sulka…

We like him a lot. We look at his upside. As I said, we are able to with the young offensive linemen, we can go ahead and redshirt them and bring them through the program.

On Joita Te’i…

He might be a guy in the class that might be a sleeper. He is 6′4, 260 pounds right now. He started getting pretty heavily recruited at the end. But he is a guy that has great potential. He is a guy that could play defensive end, defensive tackle. He could end up being an offensive lineman before it is all said and done.

On Calvin Tonga…..

This is a big man. He is 6′4, 320 pounds and a big man. He is all of that. You watch him at defensive tackle and he is very athletic. He stays on his feet. He is a guy that could defensive tackle and a one technique over the center and take up a lot space. Or as time goes on, he could end up on the other side of the football. He is a very powerful football player.

On Taylor Walstad…

Unfortuately for Taylor, he was injured for a lot of the season. When we had them at camp we thought he was one of the better prospects in this area.

On Mike Willie…

He is another wide receiver that we talked about out of junior college. We think he can help us get a lot better at a couple things we’re doing. He’ll be here in the fall. When you watch him play, he reminds me a lot of T. J. Houshmandzadeh. Both came from Cerritos Junior College. Very similar, the coaches there compare him to T.J. which is good enough for me.

On Damien Williams…

He is a good running back but I think he is really going to be a good corner. He is 195 pounds. He is a big, physical corner and I really think he is going to be a good athlete out of San Diego.

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