PRESCOTT WOMAN CALENDAR OF LOCAL EVENTS

ONGOING EVENTS

THRU FEBRUARY 19
Trappings of the American West
Phippen Museum of Western Art
4701 Hwy. 89 N., Prescott
This exhibit of Western art and crafts features more than 80 artisans from 14 states.
http://phippenartmuseum.org/
 
THRU MARCH 11
“Arizona Visions”
Phippen Museum
4701 Hwy. 89 N. , Prescott
Cost: Adults $7; Students (with ID) $5; Children 12 or under free; Museum Members free
This exhibit will be a special selection of traditional Southwestern landscapes from the collection of David and Doreen Picerne. Preview and Reception on October 21.
http://phippenartmuseum.org/
 
THRU APRIL 28
Cultural Connections:
Cowboys and Indians in Sculpture
Smoki Museum
147 N. Arizona Ave., Prescott
Artists Bill Nebeker, CA and Doug Hyde, Nez Perce combine their talents in stone and bronze to bring a one of a kind exhibit to the Smoki Museum. Hyde and Nebeker, long time friends, combine their unique perspectives – Cowboy and Indian, in their sculptures.
http://smokimuseum.org/
 

FEBRUARY 3
An Evening with Pam Tillis & Lorrie Morgan
Yavapai College Performance Hall
1100 E. Sheldon St, Prescott
7:30pm
Cost: $33-$63
As Mel Tillis’ daughter, Pam Tillis was in the country limelight early, but has made her own way and scored her own hits on country music charts, including Mi Vida Loca (My Crazy Life), Maybe it was Memphis, and Cleopatra, Queen of Denial. Lorrie Morgan also followed her father George Morgan’s footsteps in country music, and came into her own with number-one hits Five Minutes, What Part of No and I Didn’t Know My Own Strength. For information and tickets, visit the Yavapai College Performance Hall website: http://www.yc.edu/v4content/community-events/
 
FEBRUARY 4
Moscow Festival Ballet - Cinderella
Yavapai College Performance Hall
1100 E. Sheldon St., Prescott
7:30pm
Cost: $27-$53
The Moscow Festival Ballet was founded in 1989 to bring together the highest classical elements of the great Bolshoi and Kirov Ballet companies in an independent new company within the framework of Russian classical ballet. For information and tickets, visit the Yavapai College Performance Hall website: http://www.yc.edu/v4content/community-events/schedule.htm
 
“Byway of Arizona” Music Series
Sharlot Hall Museum
415 W. Gurley St., Prescott
7:30pm
Tickets are $10 ($8 for Museum members) in advance and $14 at the door.
February’s concert features national flat-picking champion Peter McLaughlin from Tucson. He has made a name for himself as an award-winning guitarist/singer who delivers stirring songs and stunning instrumental virtuosity. Call 928-445-3122 for tickets and information; seating is limited. http://sharlot.org/
 
FEBRUARY 11
My Valentine
Prescott Center for the Arts
208 N. Marina St., Prescott
7:30pm
Cost: $13
Now a PCA tradition, the PCA Singers provide another romantic concert for snuggling up with your significant other for a very special Valentine concert.  Included are a few surprise guests. http://pca-az.net/

FEBRUARY 11 - MARCH 10
Nature Nuts
Highlands Center for Natural History
1375 S. Walker Rd., Prescott
9:30am - 1:30pm
Cost: $85: Members; $100: Non-members.
Winter Dates: February 11, 18, 25 and March 3 and 10. A series of Saturday programs for children ages 6 through 10. This is hands-on fun and learning at its best, with time spent hiking the trails, searching for signs of wildlife, discovering different habitats, and exploring creek side habitats. http://highlandscenter.org/

Knee High Naturalists
Highlands Center for Natural History
1375 S. Walker Rd., Prescott
9:30am - 1:30pm
Winter Dates: February 11, 18, 25 and March 3 and 10. Parents and Grandparents accompany their little naturalist, ages 3 to 5, through this program that includes exploring the natural world through crafts, games and hands-on fun. Snack included. Call for tuition information. http://highlandscenter.org/
 
FEBRUARY 11 - SEPTEMBER 3
Centennial Canvas:
Paintings by Prescott Artists
Sharlot Hall Museum
415 W. Gurley St., Prescott
Opening of Sharlot Hall Museum’s exhibition and sale of new paintings by 10 prominent Prescott artists that capture the beauty and culture of the Prescott area. The exhibit is being held in conjunction with Arizona’s centennial celebration. http://sharlot.org/

FEBRUARY 12
The Manhattan Dolls
with special guest Robert Shaw
Elks Opera House
117 E. Gurley St., Prescott
2:00 pm
Cost: $22-$30
Hop aboard the “Chattanooga Choo Choo” and join The Manhattan Dolls on a “Sentimental Journey” through the great music of the 30s and 40s. Sit back and enjoy these timeless classics, or if you’re “In the Mood” get up and dance! Sentimental Journey blends beautiful ballads with your favorite toe-tapping tunes, and of course, in classic USO fashion, takes some time to honor our brave men and women in the military.  The Dolls will be joined on stage by special guest, Robert Shaw! http://prescott-az.gov/elks/?p=1069
 
Prescott POPS: The Heart of Arizona
Yavapai College Performance Hall
1100 E. Sheldon St., Prescott
3:00pm
Cost: $20 adult, $5 17 & under
The Prescott POPS perform works commissioned by Henry Flurry and Sy Brandon, celebrating Arizona’s Centennial. http://www.yc.edu/v4content/community-events/schedule.htm
 
FEBRUARY 17 - 25
“Dear Alice”
Sharlot Hall Museum
415 W. Gurley St., Prescott
Friday, February 17, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 18, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 23, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, February 24, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 25, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are $10 ($8 for Museum members) in advance and $14 at the door.
Sharlot Hall Museum’s Blue Rose Theater (415 W. Gurley St., Prescott) presents an original historical play that tells the touching frontier story of Col. Benjamin Grierson, who commanded the Fort Whipple barracks among his many military assignments, and his loving wife Alice. Call 928-445-3122 for tickets and information; seating is limited. http://sharlot.org/
 
FEBRUARY 19
Harlem Globetrotters
Tim’s Toyota Center
3201 N. Main St., Prescott Valley
Experience special tricks and magical fun first hand. And, to top it all off, you have exclusive access to get a free autograph when you meet Harlem Globetrotter players and our world-famous mascot, Globie, in person. http://www.timstoyotacenter.com/

FEBRUARY 23 - MARCH 10
Carousel
Prescott Center for the Arts
208 N. Marina St., Prescott
February 23–25, March 1–3 & 8–10: 7:30 pm
February 26 & March 4: 2 pm
Cost: $11-$20
The story revolves around carousel barker Billy Bigelow, whose romance with millworker Julie Jordan comes at the price of both their jobs. He attempts a robbery to provide for Julie and their unborn child; when it goes wrong, he has a chance to make things right. A secondary plot line deals with millworker Carrie Pipperidge and her romance with ambitious fisherman Enoch Snow. http://pca-az.net/ 

FEBRUARY 24
The Limeliters
Yavapai College Performance Hall
1100 E. Sheldon St., Prescott
7:30pm
Cost: $15-$28
The folk music that defined a generation ranged from the uplifting Lonesome Traveler to the hilarious Have Some Madeira M’Dear, and The Limeliters were at the heart of it all. You know you’ll be singing along! For information and tickets, visit the Yavapai College Performance Hall website. http://www.yc.edu/v4content/community-events/

FEBRUARY 26
Bringing Them Home: The Chautauquas
Sharlot Hall Museum
415 W. Gurley St., Prescott
2:00pm
Admission: members $3, nonmembers $5,
under 18 free.
Prescott legend Judge Henry Fleury performed by Parker Anderson. Call 928-445-3122 to make a reservation; seating is limited. http://sharlot.org/
 

MARCH 2
The MozART Group
Yavapai College Performance Hall
1100 E. Sheldon St., Prescott
7:30pm
Cost: $15-$35
While the MozART Group may look and sound at first like a virtuoso classical string quartet--which they are--the foursome quickly becomes something altogether unique. If you have a healthy sense of humor, do not miss the MozART Group’s hilarious interpretation of classical, rock, rap, country and all kinds of music. For information and tickets, visit the Yavapai College Performance Hall website. http://www.yc.edu/v4content/community-events/
 
MARCH 3
“Byway of Arizona” Music Series
Sharlot Hall Museum
415 W. Gurley St., Prescott
7:30pm
Tickets are $10 ($8 for Museum members) in advance and $14 at the door.
D-Squared, from beautiful downtown Mayer, serves up some of the best folk music Arizona has to offer at Sharlot Hall Museum, 415 W. Gurley St., Prescott. Call 928-445-3122 for tickets and information; seating is limited. http://sharlot.org/
 
MARCH 3 - JULY 8
Pioneering Women Artists: Arizona’s Historical Women Artists (1905-1945)
Phippen Museum of Western Art
4701 Hwy. 89 N., Prescott
This Arizona Legacy Project exhibition features some of the early women pioneers in fine art. http://phippenartmuseum.org/

MARCH 9
“Damn Yankees”
Yavapai College Performance Hall
1100 E. Sheldon St., Prescott
7:30pm
Cost: $32-$62
When middle-aged real estate agent and long-suffering Washington Senators fan Joe Boyd mutters that he’d “sell his soul for a long-ball hitter” the Devil appears to strike a hard bargain. Show-stopping numbers like “Whatever Lola Wants, Lola Gets” and more. For information and tickets, visit the Yavapai College Performance Hall website. http://www.yc.edu/v4content/community-events/
 
MARCH 10
“Archaeology’s Deep Time Perspective on Environment and Social Sustainability”
Smoki Museum
147 N. Arizona Ave., Prescott
1:00pm
In cooperation with the Yavapai Chapter of the Arizona Archaeological Society, the Smoki Museum presents Allen Dart: “Archaeology’s Deep Time Perspective on Environment and Social Sustainability.” http://smokimuseum.org/
 
MARCH 11
How Great Thou Art:
The Gospel Music of Elvis Presley
Elks Opera House
117 E. Gurley St., Prescott
2:00pm
Cost: $22-$30
Back by popular demand! Gospel music always held a special place in the heart of Elvis. As a boy, Elvis wanted nothing more than to sing bass in a gospel group. Starring Robert Shaw and a 12 piece band with a gospel quartet performing such hits as “Peace In The Valley”, “Amazing Grace”, and of course the title track “How Great Thou Art”, you’re sure to find inspiration and lots of great memories in this wonderful music. http://prescott-az.gov/elks/?p=1074
 
MARCH 12-16
Spring Break Camp
Highlands Center for Natural History
1375 S. Walker Rd., Prescott
8:30am - 4:00pm
Cost: $135 members / $180 non-members
These camps fill up quickly – register early! Scholarships may be available upon request.Children discover the wonders of nature during their week off from school. Kids bring lunch, snacks, water and their natural curiosity about the outdoors. We spend the day exploring the world of nature through educational activities, games, and unstructured play. Art and nature journaling in secret spots add to the fun.  Ages 6 – 12. http://highlandscenter.org/

MARCH 16 & 17
Spring Indian Art and Navajo Rug Auction
Smoki Museum
147 N. Arizona Ave., Prescott
200 pieces of traditional and contemporary Indian Art, and 300 Navajo weavings will be sold at extraordinary prices. http://smokimuseum.org/
 
MARCH 17
Go! Off Road Duathlon
Pioneer Park/Brownlow Trails
1201 Commerce Dr., Prescott
11:00am
This will be the 4th Annual running of the Go! Off Road Duathlon, and because it will be on St. Patrick’s Day, we will have some other fun stuff in store, so stay tuned! Ride and run in Prescott in March in the GORD! This off road duathlon has a 1.5 mile trail run, a 8.2 mile mountain bike, and finishes with a 2.2 mile trail run.The GORD is open to men, women, and children 14 years or older on race day. There is also a 2 person relay division where a team can have one person do the running, and another do the biking. http://www.go-ar.com/gord.html
 
PCA Presents: An American Showcase
– The Honey Dewdrops
Prescott Center for the Arts
208 N. Marina St., Prescott
7:30pm
Cost: $15
From the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia comes an evening of great music celebrating familiar and obscure melodies and ditties from across the country.  Great fun for the whole family! http://pca-az.net/  

MARCH 17 - APRIL 22
“George and the Cowboy Artists”
Phippen Museum of Western Art
4701 Hwy. 89 N., Prescott
This special exhibit features the works of George Phippen and the Cowboy Artists of America. http://phippenartmuseum.org/
 
MARCH 22 - APRIL 25
Just Weaving – Local Weavers Show Their Work
Arts Prescott Cooperative Gallery
134 S. Montezuma St., Prescott
http://www.artsprescott.com/
 
MARCH 24
Tom Dreesen: An Evening of
Laughter & Memories of Sinatra
Yavapai College Performance Hall
1100 E. Sheldon St., Prescott
Cost: $22-$43
For 13 years, comedian Tom Dreesen toured the world as the opening act for Frank Sinatra, and has made more than 500 appearances on national television--including 61 stints on The Tonight Show alone! Don’t miss his one-man show An Evening of Laughter and Memories of Sinatra. Audience restricted to 18 years of age or older. For information and tickets, visit the Yavapai College Performance Hall website: http://www.yc.edu/v4content/community-events/
 
MARCH 25
Ian Tyson in Concert
Elks Opera House
117 E. Gurley St., Prescott
4:00pm
Cost: $28 - $45
Internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter and multi award winner, Ian Tyson, is celebrating 5 decades of performance in 2012 with a full schedule of concerts and the release of a new book published by Random House of Canada. With shows planned from coast to coast in both Canada and the United States, Tyson continues to keep his loyal fans in awe with songs that range from his classics–-Four Strong Winds, Someday Soon and Navajo Rug–-to his newest works which he continues to write with inspired vigor. Throughout 2008, Tyson shot a TV Music/Documentary Special for Canada’s Bravo Chanel which aired in January 2010 AND ON CBC TV in 2011.  You may purchase tickets online by clicking here (https://www.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?e=4e5550832917908fb83a80d63915b9f2&t=tix) or call or visit the Box Office Tuesday – Friday 10:00am until 2:00pm. 928-777-1370.
 
MARCH 30
Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives
Yavapai College Performance Hall
1100 E. Sheldon St., Prescott
7:30PM
Cost: $20-38
Marty Stuart is one of country’s most eclectic performers, seamlessly transitioning between honky-tonk, rockabilly, traditional country, and bluegrass. With hits like Hillbilly Rock, This One’s Gonna Hurt You, and the Whiskey Ain’t Workin’, Marty Stuart is at the top of his game. For information and tickets, visit the Yavapai College Performance Hall website: http://www.yc.edu/v4content/community-events/
 
MARCH 30
Night Skies, Stories and Stars
Highlands Center for Natural History
1375 S. Walker Rd., Prescott
6:30pm
Spring is a great time for star gazing and our volunteer naturalists want to share some secrets of the sky with you! Take a moonlit trek to listen for sounds we rarely hear, come back to warm up by the fire and listen to stories about what stars and constellations meant to the ancients. Before you go, make sure to spend a moment inside to learn why dark skies are so important and discover what you can do to help out on March 31!
 
This event is appropriate for ages 5 and older. Pre-registration requested. $5 adult; $2 kids (18 and younger) http://highlandscenter.org/