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February 5
Mark Grace Celebrity Invitational
The event starts with registration and breakfast at 10:30 a.m. followed by a 12 noon shotgun start. This 36-hole tournament joins more than 200 golf enthusiasts with local and national celebrities for an exciting day on the course, a cocktail reception, silent and live auction, and an awards dinner. This tournament benefits Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale and takes place at the Camelback Golf Club, 7847 North Mockingbird Lane in Scottsdale. Call Chris Marshall at 480-344-5681 for information.
February 6
Sedona Marathon
Run through the red rocks to benefit the Lymphoma Research Foundation and Sedona area schools. Choose from a full marathon, half-marathon or a 5K. All events begin at 8 a.m. at Sedona High School, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road in West Sedona and all participants are invited to enjoy pre- and post-race festivities. Visit sedonamarathon.com for course information and registration details.
February 6
Community Drum and Dance Class
Experience West African drumming and dancing in this free class, open to participants of all ages. No experience is necessary. Classes are held most Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. at Eastlake Park Community Center, 1549 East Jefferson Street. Visit kawambe-omowaleafricandrumanddance.com for details.
February 7 and 8
Twentieth Annual World Championship Hoop Dance Contest
More than 70 of the top Native hoop dancers from the United States and Canada will compete for cash prizes and the World Champion title in an art form that combines graceful movement with fast-paced precision. Visitors can enjoy dance performances and food from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Heard Museum, 2301 North Central Avenue. Adult admission prices vary and children under the age of six are free. Visit heard.org for more information.
February 13
Developmental Screening
A team of professionals and trained volunteers provide free developmental screenings for children ages three to five at the Arizona Literacy and Learning Center, 14001 North Seventh Street, Suite F-112. Visit azlit.org.
February 13 and 14
Annual VNSA Used Book Sale
Proceeds of this annual sale benefit Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation, Literacy Volunteers of Maricopa County, and Toby House. Admission is free and parking costs $7 per vehicle at the Arizona State Fairgrounds Exhibit Building, 1826 West McDowell Road. Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit vnsabooksale.org for information.
February 17
Better Breathers Support Group
This group is for patients and family members with pulmonary disease, lung cancer or other breathing problems. It meets the third Wednesday of each month from 2 to 3 p.m. at Chandler Regional Medical Center’s Cancer Center in the Morrison Board Room, 1875 West Frye Road in Chandler. For more information, contact Catherine Rubino at 480-728-3256.
February 20
Kite Flying Festival
Pakistan Information and Cultural Organization (PICO) will have its Eighth Annual Basant Mela (Kite Flying Festival) at Tumbleweed Park, 2250 South McQueen Road in Chandler. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Visit pakistaninformation.org for details. February 20
Festival for Peace
Join invited representatives from various peace organizations who will share ideas, display information, and celebrate different paths to peace. Come for prayer, food, fellowship, and dialogue. 10 to 2 p.m. at the Franciscan Renewal Center, 5802 East Lincoln Drive in Scottsdale. Visit thecasa.org for more information.
February 22 to 28
Phoenix Open
“The Greatest Show on Grass,” known for having the biggest names in golf and for being the best-attended tournament in the world, has gained legendary status for being the most unique stop on the PGA tour. Since the birth of this tournament in 1939, nearly $65 million has been raised for Arizona charities. This year’s open, the 75th anniversary of the Phoenix Open, will be held at the Tournament Players Club (TPC), 17020 North Hayden Road in Scottsdale. Daily admission is $25 for adults; children 17 years old and under are free when accompanied by an adult. Visit phoenixopen.com for more details. |
