PRESCOTT WOMAN CALENDAR OF LOCAL EVENTS

ONGOING EVENTS

Through April 22
"George and the Cowboy Artists"
Phippen Museum of Western Art
4701 Hwy. 89 N., Prescott
http://phippenartmuseum.org/
 
Through April 25
Just Weaving --
Local Weavers Show Their Work
Arts Prescott Cooperative Gallery
134 S. Montezuma St., Prescott  86303
http://www.artsprescott.com/

Through April 28
Cultural Connections: Cowboys and Indians in Sculpture
Smoki Museum
147 N. Arizona Ave., Prescott
http://smokimuseum.org/
 
Through July 8
Pioneering Women Artists: Arizona’s Historical Women Artists (1905-1945)
Phippen Museum of Western Art
4701 Hwy. 89 N., Prescott
http://phippenartmuseum.org/.
 
Through September 3
Centennial Canvas:
Paintings by Prescott Artists
Sharlot Hall Museum
415 W. Gurley St., Prescott
http://sharlot.org/
 

 
April 7
Piano Man
Elks Opera House
7:00 pm
http://www.elksoperahouse.com
Two true Superstars, Billy Joel and Elton John, come to life in this multimedia tribute starring Terry Davies. Backed by his amazing 9-piece band, you’ll be singing, standing, laughing and crying as you witness in sights and sounds, the amazing music and memories created by Billy and Elton, two of the most successful artists in the history of rock and roll.
 
 "Byway of Arizona" Music Series
Sharlot Hall Museum
415 W. Gurley St., Prescott
7:30 pm
$10 ($8 members) in advance /
$14 at door
http://sharlot.org/
Flagstaff’s Tony Norris presents his fireside stories and music at Sharlot Hall Museum.
 
APRIL 8
4th Annual Eggstravaganza!
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary
1403 Heritage Park Rd., Prescott
10:00am
FREE with paid admisson
$8.00 adult; $7.00 senior; $5.00 children
Under 3 is Free; members Free
http://www.heritageparkzoo.org
Grab the kids and head on over to Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary for our Fourth Annual Eggstravaganza and become an animal "Egg"spert!  We’ll have hot dogs, chips, snacks and beverages available.
 
APRIL 12 - APRIL 21
The 39 Steps
Prescott Center for the Arts
April 12–14 & 19–21: 7:30 pm
April 15 & 21: 2 pm
$9-$17
208 N. Marina St., Prescott  86301
http://pca-az.net/
The play’s concept calls for the entirety of the 1935 adventure film The 39 Steps to be performed nearly verbatim onstage, but with a cast of four. One actor plays the hero, Richard Hannay, an actress plays the three women with whom he has romantic entanglements, and two other actors play every other character in the show: heroes, villains, men, women, children and even the occasional inanimate object. By Patrick Barlow. Directed by Linda Miller.
 
APRIL 13 & 14
Once Upon A Quilt Show
Yavapai College Gymnasium
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
http://www.mountaintopquilters.com
Mountain Top Quilter’s Quilt Show, Auction, Appraisals, Boutique and more.
 
APRIL 14
Blood, Sweat & Tears
Yavapai College Performance Hall
1100 E. Sheldon St., Prescott  86301
7:30 pm
Cost: $30-$60
http://www.yc.edu/v4content/community-events/
A musical institution, Blood, Sweat & Tears has left an indelible mark on the American music scene since 1968, adding classics to the rock lexicon like Spinning Wheel and You’ve Made Me So Very Happy. 
 
APRIL 14 & 15
Mata Ortiz Show & Sale
Smoki Museum
147 N. Arizona Ave., Prescott
10:00 am
http://smokimuseum.org/
Mata Ortiz Show & Sale featuring Lucy Mora and Lorenso Bugarini. Pottery will be available for purchase in the Trading Post at incredibly low prices.
 
APRIL 15
A Salute to Rat Pack and Friends
Elks Opera House
117 E. Gurley St.; Prescott  86303
2:00pm
Cost: $22-30
http://prescott-az.gov/elks/?p=1079
A brand new concert event from Lonely Street Productions starring Robert Shaw and friends! You’ll have a ball as the gang takes you through an evening honoring the legacies of Frank, Dean, Sammy and their contemporaries--full of swingin’ standards and lots of laughs. Croon along with hits including "Fly Me To The Moon", "Volare", "Mr. Bojangles", and many more! Come fly away with a night that will most definitely get under your skin!
 
APRIL 20-28
"Out Back of the Woodshed"
Sharlot Hall Museum
415 W. Gurley St., Prescott
Friday, April 20, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 21, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 26, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, April 27, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 28, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
$10 ($8 members) in advance /
$14 at door
http://sharlot.org/
Sharlot Hall Museum’s Blue Rose Theater (415 W. Gurley St., Prescott) presents an original historical play directed and written by Jody Drake that tells the story of children on the frontier, featuring members of the Museum Student Conservatory.
 
APRIL 21
Yavapai Humane Society’s
Walk for the Animals
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
6470 Corradi Way, Prescott
9:00 am to 12:00 pm
http://www.yavapaihumane.org
Gather your friends, neighbors, kids, pooches, and anybody else who loves a howlin’ good time and join Yavapai Humane Society at our first annual Walk for the Animals. We’ll have a 5k and a 1k course to accommodate all ages, leg heights, and energy levels. To learn more, visit the Yavapai Humane Society website.

Earth Day Celebration 2012
Prescott Courthouse Plaza
120 S. Cortez St., Prescott
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Co-sponsored by Open Space Alliance and Prescott College. There will be information booths on Courthouse Plaza covering a variety of subjects, such as water conservation, solar energy, hiking, biking, wellness, recycling, landscaping, green building and more. Food and entertainment all day.
 
Celtic Fire
Yavapai College Performance Hall
1100 E. Sheldon St., Prescott  86301
7:30 pm
Cost: $25-$49
http://www.yc.edu/v4content/community-events/
Featuring 100% live music, dance and song, Celtic Fire is anchored in the customs and the ancient musical history of Erin’s Isle. It is the perfect Celtic evening that sweeps audiences away to Ireland--its traditions, its land, its pubs, its music and most of all, its heart.
 
APRIL 21 & 22
Chalk it Up! Prescott
Foothills Bank Plaza
201 N. Montezuma St., Prescott
10 am to 4 pm
http://www.prescottchalkart.com
Free community supported annual street chalk art event intended to cultivate and support the creativity in people of all ages and abilities. Everyone is welcome.
 
APRIL 27-29
2012 Whiskey Off-Road
Mountain Bike Race
April 27-29
http://www.epicrides.com
Participants plus spectators, friends, family, music fans and random wanderers will enjoy three days of event activities in Prescott’s picturesque downtown area. In addition to the mountain bike ‘happenings’, event attendees will have 3 awesome days of opportunity to soak up mountain bike culture amongst downtown Prescott’s fine establishments including a large assortment of locally owned and operated bars, breweries, coffee shops, restaurants, art galleries, flowing streams, elm tree canopies and a sprawling courthouse lawn.
Fundraising activities associated with the Whiskey Off-Road are to benefit the Yavapai County Food Bank, Prescott Alternative Transportation, Prevent Child Abuse Arizona and Prescott Mountain Bike Alliance.
 
APRIL 28
Unexpected
Prescott Center for the Arts
208 N. Marina St., Prescott  86301
7:30pm
Cost: $13
http://pca-az.net/
The amazingly, multi-talented Kate Howell, and friends, collaborate for a one-of-a-kind vocal concert in a variety of musical styles.  Sure to be a "Wow!" evening.
 

MAY 1-28
9th Annual Miniature
Masterpieces Show & Sale
Phippen Museum of Western Art
4701 Hwy. 89 N., Prescott
http://phippenartmuseum.org/
The Miniature Masterpieces Show features small size original works of art from celebrated Western artists. Pieces are available for sale by a draw system. The drawing is held during the Phippen Museum Annual Western Art Show.

MAY 4 & 5
Mother/Daughter Retreat
at Prescott Pines Camp
Prescott Pines Camp
855 E. Schoolhouse Gulch Rd., Prescott
$65 per person.  Inc. 3 meals and all activities.
http://www.prescottpines.org
Prescott Pines Camp is hosting its first Mother & Daughter Retreat. Come for a time of games, activities, sessions, fellowship & girl time designed specifically for mothers and daughters (age 12 and above). Contact Heather Trail for more information: 928-445-5225.

MAY 5
34th Annual YMCA
Whiskey Row Marathon
Starts at Gurley &
Montezuma Streets, Prescott
http://www.whiskeyrowmarathon.com/
One of the most challenging in the U.S. Includes marathon, half marathon, 10K & 2 mile fun run/walk.  The Cinco de Mayo After Party starts at the finish line, with live music from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm, plus food and beverages. No admission fee to join the After Party--and everyone is welcome! 
 
MAY 5
 "Byway of Arizona" Music Series
Sharlot Hall Museum
415 W. Gurley St., Prescott
7:30 pm
$10 ($8 members) in advance /
$14 at door
http://sharlot.org/
The Generation Folk Music Band, Sharlot Hall Museum’s own home-grown musicians light up the stage.
 
MAY 11 & 12
The Nightingale
Prescott Center for the Arts
208 N. Marina St.; Prescott  86301
May 11: 7 pm
May 12: 2 & 7 pm
Cost: $8
http://pca-az.net/
A nasally over-blessed heroine (Miss Nodda Tragtiff) takes part in a reality makeover show, only to find that the New You promised has caused her to lose her old friends and only gained her fleeting popularity with a new people.  She comes to understand that real beauty comes from within and true friends aren’t swayed by appearances.

MAY 12
8th Annual Prescott Highland Games
Watson Lake Park
3101 Watson Lake Rd., Prescott
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Traditional Highland games with bagpipe bands, athletic competitions, dance competition, food and much more for the whole family. 
 
Discovery Dash
Park Plaza Liquor & Deli
402 W. Goodwin St., Prescott
9:30am
Entry Fees:
Early Entry by Feb. 29 = $30/person
Regular Entry March 1st to April 22 = $35/person
Late Entry April 23 to Dash Day = $40/person
http://www.go-ar.com/discoverydash.html
Think you know Prescott? Bet you don’t!
You and your teammate will use any means to solve 12 clues that will direct you to checkpoints throughout the City of Prescott.  Once you get there, you will have a challenge to complete, mental, physical, or just plain fun! 
 
An Evening at Sharlot’s Place
Sharlot Hall Museum,
415 W. Gurley St., Prescott
4:30 to 7:30 pm
http://sharlot.org/
The public is invited to An Evening at Sharlot’s Place, Sharlot Hall Museum’s premier fundraising event of the year. The event includes an eclectic silent auction, a sumptuous live art auction, music and a delightful dinner. Call 928-445-3122 for more information.

May 12 & 13
"New Beginnings" at
Mortimer Family Farms
Corner of Highways 169 & 69 in Dewey, AZ
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
FREE admission
www.MortimerFamilyFarms.com
Our Farm Store’s Grand Opening!!! 1000s of springtime blooms, how-to gardening workshops, craft & food vendors, attractions, prizes & give-aways! 

MAY 12 & 13
26th Annual Mountain Artists Guild Fine Art & Wine Festival
Prescott Courthouse Plaza
120 S. Cortez St., Prescott
The Festival features 140+ juried Fine Art participants showcasing and selling their exquisite work under the shade of 170 large elm trees at the Historic Courthouse Plaza in Downtown Prescott.  In addition to the spectacular collectors artwork, the festival also presents a wine garden featuring a variety of Arizona Vineyards & Wineries. There is also an interactive Kids Art Zone for budding young artists, and variety of delicious foods from choice Prescott area restaurants. Come join us in beautiful Prescott for a weekend that will satisfy your creative senses!
 
MAY 19
Prescott Area Iris Society 13th Annual Spring Iris Show
Mortimer Nursery
3166 Willow Creek Road, Prescott
10:00am-3:00pm

Music of the American Stage
Prescott Center for the Arts
208 N. Marina St., Prescott  86301
7:30pm
Cost: $13
http://pca-az.net/
The Masterworks Chorale will team up with our PCA Singers and a few others to celebrate the glorious music of the American Stage. Selections from George M. Cohan, to Les Miserables and beyond.
 
MAY 22-27
‘Tis Annual Native American Art Show
‘Tis Art Center & Gallery
105 S. Cortez St., Prescott
http://www.tisartgallery.com
A Filmer Keyanyama Presentation, featuring exclusive work by Arizona Native American artists. In conjunction with the Phippen Museum’s annual Western Art Show & Sale on Courthouse Plaza, The Smoki Museum’s Indian Art Fair and Prescott’s 4th Friday Art Walk
 
MAY 26 & 27
8th Annual Southwest
Indian Arts Festival
Smoki Museum
147 N. Arizona Ave; Prescott  86301
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
http://smokimuseum.org/
Southwest Indian Arts Festival. Dance, song and beautiful artistry engulf our campus in our 8th Annual Festival. Featuring the music of Estun-Bah, with Tony Duncan and Darrin Yazzie, along with the Yellowbird Dancers. Presented by La Fiamma Entertainment. Two shows each day.
 
MAY 26-28
38th Annual Phippen
Western Art Show & Sale
Prescott Courthouse Plaza
http://phippenartmuseum.org/
More than 120 of the nation’s best American Western artists converge on Prescott Courthouse Plaza to display and sell their paintings, sculpture, jewelry and more.
 
MAY 29-JUNE 3
Chaparral MusicFest 2012
Various Prescott locations
http://www.chaparralmusicfest.org/
Chaparral MusicFest brings in stellar musicians from Arizona and across the country to mix it up with the great number of dynamite musicians in Prescott. Add exceptional audience care, and you have a recipe for a unique series of concerts and educational experiences that will delight and benefit the entire community!