Judy Harper, Author at PHOENIX magazine

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The PHiX5 Things to Do This Weekend| Nov. 26-28

Judy HarperNovember 24, 2021

Kick-start the Holidays at the Princess The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess has transformed into a winter wonderland for Christmas at the Princess, through Jan. 2. The annual festival glows with more than 5 million lights and features ice skating, train rides, photos with Santa, fire-pit tables, s’mores, an ice slide, Ferris wheel, carousel, nativity garden and light shows. Call for times and ticket prices. Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, 7575 E. Princess Dr., Scottsdale, 480-585-4848, scottsdaleprincess.com. Meet the...

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The PHiX5 Things to Do This Weekend | Nov. 19-21

Judy HarperNovember 18, 2021

Celebrate the Legends of Rock ’n Roll The Men’s Council of Phoenix Art Museum presents Lost Negatives of Rock & Roll, an exhibit of rare and casual photos taken of legendary artists of the 1960s, including Janis Joplin, The Rolling Stones, The Band, Kris Kristofferson, James Cotton, Paul Butterfield and more. Taken by former manager and music producer Michael Friedman, the black-and-white photos were stored in Friedman’s attic and forgotten for more than 50 years....

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The PHiX5 Things to Do This Weekend | Nov. 12-14

Judy HarperNovember 11, 2021

Check Out the Original Food Truck Experience the sights, sounds, tastes and smells of authentic 1880s chuck wagons as teams from across the West compete using slow-cook, wood-fire methods from the time period to create the best five-course meals fit for the trails at the Chuck Wagon Cook-off, Nov. 13. It’s a tasty homage to the Old West, outdoor cooking and America’s first food truck. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $15 meal tickets are limited and sell out fast. Tumbleweed Ranch,...

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Things to DoTop 10 Valley Events in November and December

Judy HarperNovember 10, 2021

From winter festivals to country concerts and the return of the circus, here are our top 10 picks for events happening this November and December.

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The PHiX5 Things to Do This Weekend | Nov. 5-7

Judy HarperNovember 4, 2021

Watch Water, Art and Light Collide in Scottsdale Innovative displays that combine water, art and light are in the spotlight as Scottsdale Public Art presents Canal Convergence, Nov. 5-14. The free annual event takes place in the water, on the banks and soaring above the Arizona Canal. Focusing on the theme Art and Technology, the large-scale art installments are complemented by hands-on activities and workshops, artist talks, live music, dance performances, and a beer and...

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The PHiX5 Things to Do This Weekend | Oct. 29-31

Judy HarperOctober 29, 2021

Get Your Fix of Fried Everything Before the Fair Leaves Town You only have a couple days left to take in the thrilling rides, midway games, animal exhibits and the latest trend of fried whatever before the Arizona State Fair closes for the season at 10 p.m. Oct. 30. Pro tip: Get there before 6 p.m. Oct. 29 for Foodie Friday, which offers an array of smaller portions of fair food faves, so you can indulge...

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The PHiX5 Things to Do This Weekend | Oct. 22-24

Judy HarperOctober 21, 2021

Photo by The Polo Party/Dave Siebert Get Your Equestrian Fix at Polo Party Horses and horsepower are in the spotlight at the Scottsdale Polo Championships, Oct. 23. The high-energy polo party and car extravaganza features several polo matches, live entertainment, a catwalk fashion show, canine couture event, wine tastings and previews of the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction and Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show. Gates open at 10 a.m. Tickets start at $35. WestWorld of Scottsdale,...

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The PHiX5 Things to Do This Weekend | Oct 15-17

Judy HarperOctober 14, 2021

Fulfill Your Need for Speed Motorists can cruise for a cause with five paced laps around the iconic mile-long oval track that hosts the NASCAR Cup Series Championship during Track Laps for Charity, Oct. 16. Proceeds benefit Arizona Accelerator Charities. Passenger vehicles only; maximum speed of 55 mph. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $25. Phoenix Raceway, 7602 Jimmie Johnson Dr., Avondale, 866-408-7223, phoenixraceway.com/aac/#tracklaps. Get Wiggy with it at Cancer Fundraiser Guests are encouraged to wear a wig...

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The PHiX5 Things to Do This Weekend | Oct 8-10

Judy HarperOctober 7, 2021

Come for the Food and Stay for the Dancing at Greek Fest Baklava is back as the 60th annual event Phoenix Greek Festival returns Oct. 8-10, with a full weekend of Greek music, art and children’s activities complemented by such ethnic favorites as gyros, spanakopita, baklava, ouzo and imported Greek beer and wine. Opa! Friday, 5-10 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $5, adults; free, children 11 and younger. Holy Trinity Greek...

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The PHiX5 Things to Do This Weekend | Oct 1-3

Judy HarperSeptember 30, 2021

Settle in for Some Ballet Alfresco Ballet Arizona continues its annual season-opening tradition with Ballet Under the Stars, through Oct. 2. This free series of intimate outdoor performances of classical and contemporary ballet is complete with professional staging, lighting and costumes. Sept. 30, Sahuaro Ranch Park, 9802 N. 59th Ave., Glendale; Oct. 1, Estrella Lakeside Amphitheater, 10300 S. Estrella Pkwy., Goodyear; and Oct. 2, Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix. 7...

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The PHiX5 Things to Do This Weekend | Sept 24-26

Judy HarperSeptember 23, 2021

Celebrate Fall at a Not-so-Spooky Pumpkin Festival Fairmont Scottsdale Princess marks the spookiest time of year with its festive Pumpkin Nights, through Oct. 31. Highlights include a pumpkin patch; a multiacre labyrinth hay maze; amusement rides, fireworks on select nights and a bounty of German beers and seasonal foods at the resort’s Plaza Bar and restaurants. 6-10 p.m. Tickets start at $18. Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, 7575 E. Princess Dr., Scottsdale, 480-585-4848, scottsdaleprincess.com/pumpkin-fest. Get Your Taco Fix...

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The PHiX5 Things to Do This Weekend | Sept 17-19

Judy HarperSeptember 16, 2021

Photo by Matthew Murphy Drop Your Anchor in Margaritaville Featuring the island tunes of hit-maker Jimmy Buffet, Escape to Margaritaville, Sept. 16-19, serves up a slice of paradise with original songs and such beloved classics as “Fins,” “Volcano,” “Cheeseburger in Paradise” and “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere.” The tequila-infused jukebox musical is set in the Caribbean – on island time, of course – and tells the story of a singer-bartender who falls for a career-driven...

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The PHiX‘Hamilton’ Comes to ASU Gammage

Judy HarperSeptember 15, 2021

September 8-October 10 Hamilton Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, rhythm and blues and Broadway, this revolutionary musical features a cast of non-white actors to tell the story of the founding of America in a way that looks very different from conventional textbooks. It’s the story of America then, told by America now.Call for times. $49-$299. ASU Gammage, 1200 S. Forest Ave., Tempe, 480-965-3434, asugammage.com.

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The PHiX5 Things to Do This Weekend | Sept 10-12

Judy HarperSeptember 9, 2021

Step Up to Honor the Fallen Firefighters in full gear, police, military and bomb squad personnel march alongside civilians of all ages, abilities and backgrounds as they climb 2,071 steps representing the 110 floors of the twin towers in the 9/11 Tower Challenge, Sept. 11. Participants pause briefly to view photographs of fallen heroes that line the stairs, vowing to “never forget” as they honor those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001, and...

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The PHiX5 Things to Do This Weekend | Sept 3-5

Judy HarperSeptember 2, 2021

Drive Among the Dinos More than 70 photorealistic dinosaurs return from extinction at the Jurassic Quest Drive Thru, which continues through Sept. 5. The experience is complete with lifelike dinosaurs, a baby dino, trainer meet-and-greets, photo opportunities and an audio soundtrack to help navigate the herd and learn little-known dino facts. Animatronic creatures are displayed in realistic scenes that allow guests to experience them roaring and moving as they drive through the 60-minute tour. Thursday,...

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