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Sun City resident Tom Mein is a working professional West Valley musician who hasn’t been able to play gigs or give in-person lessons since the coronavirus pandemic led to shelter-in-place conditions.
West Valley guitarist pivots from live career to online
Try to understand how busy local musician Tom Mein was before the coronavirus pandemic. He plays guitar with 56 (rockabilly/rock and roll), Tom Mein and the NEXT Band (instrumental … more
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Parks and rec department shares COVID-19 updates, precautions, suggestions
When Governor Doug Ducey imposed a stay-at-home order to slow the spread of the coronavirus, a point stressed throughout his March 30 executive order was that while residents should follow all … more
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A past piano recital at Westbrook Village in Peoria featured a duet with Carol Morse and Kathryn Brown.
Performing groups grapple with closures, financial setbacks, lost preparation
When West Valley recreation centers closed their doors and social gatherings were restricted, actions taken as a precautionary measure against the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), many residents … more
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Carvin Jones will stream a live concert on his Facebook page on Saturday, April 4.
Blues guitarist Carvin Jones to stream concert to raise money
      Blues guitarist Carvin Jones to stream concert to raise money Virtuoso on a mission to help elderly during COVID-19 shutdown By Steve Stockmar Independent … more
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During social isolation, residents can take a virtual tour of current exhibits at the Arts HQ Gallery in Surprise.
West Valley Arts Council launches online virtual tour
      West Valley Arts Council launches online virtual tour Current exhibits available for viewing – from a safe distance In response to safe physical distancing … more
Viewers in parked cars watch the animated film "Onward" at the Paramount Drive-In Theatres, Thursday, March 19, 2020, in Paramount, Calif. The drive-in theater, long a dwindling nostalgia act in a multiplex world, is experiencing a momentary return to prominence. With nearly all of the nation’s movie theaters shuttered due to the pandemic, some drive-in owners think they’re in a unique position to give moviegoers a chance to do something out of the house but stay within prudent distance from one another. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
The drive-in, relic of yesterday, finds itself suited to now
NEW YORK (AP) — The drive-in theater, long a dwindling nostalgia act in a multiplex world, is experiencing a momentary return to prominence. With due to the coronavirus pandemic, some drive-in … more
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Glendale-based comic Brian Kohatsu is isolated at home like many West Valley residents. He’s still managing to blend work with family though, as his son Kai worked with him on green screen testing on March 27 while his daughter Kea took a picture of the overall scene.
Glendale comic keeping the funny going during social isolation
Jokes and one-liners are everywhere. What isn’t, for one comedian in these days of social isolation, is the flipside of jokes. “Comedy seems to be so weird without hearing the … more
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HEARTS for Arizona 24-Hour Virtual Telethon to be April 3-4
Arizona Citizens for the Arts has organized a 24-hour virtual telethon with live-streamed performances and appearances by Arizona artists, celebrities, business owners and elected officials statewide from 5 p.m. Friday, April 3 to 4:59 p.m. Saturday, April 4. more
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Ryan Arguillo and Jerred Williamson, who make up DirtyKeyz Duo, have lost 10 gigs to this point.
Local musicians go quiet in COVID-19’s new normal
The COVID-19 shutdown has touched every element of everyday life, from social interaction to public gatherings to fun outings to essential income. For those in the live music business, that means … more
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The Arizona Restaurant Association debuts Arizona Takeout Week to run throughout the Coronavirus closures.
ARA announces Arizona Takeout Week amidst mandated closures
Responding to the recent state of emergency, the Arizona Restaurant Association is creating a new marketing strategy to help support local dining establishments with the debut of Arizona Takeout Week. more
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Desert Diamond Casino, 9431 W. Northern Ave., Glendale, opened Feb. 20.
Desert Diamond Casino operations suspended for two weeks
Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment, which operates casinos in Glendale, Tucson, Sahuarita and Why (Ajo) on behalf of the Tohono O’odham Nation’s gaming enterprise, announced it … more
The Arizona Winds Concert Band’s scheduled free show April 5 at Cactus High School in Glendale has been canceled.
The latest on COVID-19 closures, cancellations
Cities across the West Valley are canceling public events and gatherings in response to precautions over spreading of the COVID-19 virus. Arizona schools in all communities remain closed, per Gov. … more
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Pending any upcoming changes Friendly Jesture performs 9 p.m. Saturday, April 18 at Kimmyz in Glendale.
Some Glendale music spots staying open; Desert Rose closes
Some Glendale bars featuring live music and entertainment are staying open while taking precautions against the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Starlite Lounge, at 4346 W. Olive Ave., Glendale, … more
AMC limiting seating at all locations amid COVID-19 concerns
Some theaters in the nation will be less occupied after AMC Theatres decided to limit seating at all its locations through April 30 amid COVID-19 concerns. more
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The Kilt Run starts 6 p.m. Friday, March 13 at Westgate. [Submitted photo]
St. Paddy’s run/walk events fight cancer battle Friday and Saturday in Glendale
The 10th annual Kiss Me I’m Irish run/walk weekend is Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14 at Westgate Entertainment District, 6751 N. Sunset Blvd., Glendale. In 10 years, the event has … more
A Spring Street Festival takes over the east parking lot at Westgate in Glendale this month.
Westgate to host Spring Street Festival
A Spring Street Festival takes place Thursday through Sunday, March 19-22, in … more
March 14 - PHOENIX: 37th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Irish Family Faire - Parade on 3rd Street at 10 a.m. with pipe bands, marching bands, floats, Irish step dancers. Faire follows parade at Margaret T. Hance Park until 6 p.m. Three stages of Irish music and dancers, crafts, genealogy, Irish clubs, kids area. $12. 602-280-9221 or https://stpatricksdayphoenix.org.
Things to Do in the Valley – March 12-18
Below are entertainment options around the Valley for the week of March 12-18. Event details are subject to change. Visit newsroom.visitarizona.com/events. March 12-15 - QUEEN CREEK: Roots … more
The Moonshine Voodoo Band, featuring Brian “King B” Hauser (on bass), Gerhard “G” Schleifer (guitar) and Jim “Sweet Jimmy J” Jelf (drums), will host King B’s birthday party and perform 9 p.m. Friday, March 13 at Kimmyz On Greenway Rock & Roll Bar & Grill, 5930 W. Greenway Road, Suite 27, Glendale. [Submitted photo]
The Moonshine Voodoo Band performs Friday at Kimmyz in Glendale
The Moonshine Voodoo Band will host a birthday party for one of its members and perform 9 p.m. Friday, March 13 at Kimmyz On Greenway Rock & Roll Bar & Grill, 5930 W. Greenway Road, Suite 27, … more
Members of the Professional Women's Hockey Players Association put on a three-day showcase in Tempe, concluding with a game between the women and Arizona Coyotes Alumni with proceeds from the event going to PWHPA and the Arizona Coyotes Foundation.
Professional women's hockey players showcase talents in Tempe
The Profession Women's Hockey Players Association's Dream Gap Tour made a stop in Arizona March 6-8, showcasing some top talent in women's hockey. more
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Glendale's Foothills Branch Library, 19055 N. 57th Ave. [Submitted photo]
Musicians, singers welcome at Glendale Foothills Library bluegrass jam Friday
A Bluegrass Jam goes 1-3 p.m. Friday, March 6 at the Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Ave., Glendale. Bring an acoustic instrument and play bluegrass, country, folk, gospel, and more round-robin … more
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