Archives for January 2010

Tee Off by Joe Szabo, Scottsdale Real Estate Team

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Tee Off by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Scottsdale Arizona

by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

If you enjoy golf then the Phoenix Open may be something you want to check out or there are a few golf courses as well. First, news on this year’s Phoenix Open.
The 75th year of the Phoenix Open is open to the public beginning February 24 and continuing through February 28. Practice rounds for pros begin February 22. A “must for those passionate about the game.” Contests for the golf enthusiast are also an essential part of the event.
For ticket and other information, visit www.phoenixopen.com
Sanctuary Golf Course at WestWorld
10690 E. Sheena Drive, Scottsdale

Directly from their website, It was “built on the western slope of Scottsdale’s McDowell Mountains and adjacent to the nationally recognized Westworld equestrian center.” It is 6,624 yards and has a par-71 layout. For tee times and pricing, visit www.sanctuarygolf.com/index.php
Grayhawk Golf Club
8620 East Thompson Peak Parkway, Scottsdale
If you are looking for a public course that will challenge you, then the “Swing Bridge” and “Heaven or Hell” are particularly good, but watch out for the 12th hole, it’s said to be the hardest. For tee times and pricing, visit www.grayhawkgolf.com
Continental Golf Course
7920 East Osborn Road, Scottsdale
Great course offering par-60 and 18 holes, with the 18th hole being long and somewhat challenging. You can also enjoy lunch or pick up some gear in the on-site pro shop. For tee times and pricing, visit www.continentalgc.com/layout9.asp?id=172&page=3239

The Szabo Group offers first class real estate services to clients in the Scottsdale Greater Phoenix Metropolitan Area. Award winning Realtors and Re/MAX top producers, The Szabo group delivers experience, knowledge, dedication and proven results. Contact Joe Szabo at 480.688.2020 or visit www.scottsdalerealestateteam.com

Upcoming Festivals and Cultural Events by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Scottsdale Arizona

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by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

Riverdance
February 2, 2010 7:30 PM
Mesa Arts Center

Riverdance, the amazing celebration of Irish music, song and dance has tapped its way onto the world stage exciting millions of people around the globe, will play three Farewell Performances at the Mesa Arts Center. “A Phenomenon of Historic Proportions!” raves the Washington Post. “An explosion of sight and sound that simply takes your breath away,” cheers the Chicago Tribune. Experience why nothing in the world compares to The Original International Phenomenon! To purchase tickets, which are limited, visit www.tickco.com/schedule/riverdance/february-2-at-7-30-pm/ The Mesa Arts Center is located at One E. Main St. in Mesa.

Arizona Fine Art EXPO

January 14-March 28, 2010

Carefree Fine Art EXPO

January 14-March 28, 2010

For more information on these and upcoming festivals visit

https://www.thunderbirdartists.com/festivals.htm

61st Annual Wickenburg Art & Craft Show

February 12-14, 2010

Wickenburg Library lawn.

Various arts and crafts on display and for sale. For more information visit

www.wickenburgartclub.org

Showcasing various works of art along with live entertainment and wine tasting. For upcoming fine art festivals in Scottsdale and the surrounding area visit

https://www.thunderbirdartists.com/festivals.htm

Hobby, Craft and Gem Show Quartzite
Now-February 4, 2010

For more information visit quartzsitervshow.com

21st Annual Winterfest
January 21, 2010
Flagstaff

A variety of outdoor and indoor activities and events to celebrate the season. Visit flagstaff.cc for a list of events.

Chocolate Affaire
February 4, 2010
Glendale

Chocolate, gourmet cuisine and entertainment. For more information on this and upcoming events visit glendaleaz.com

Auto Auctions by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Scottsdale Arizona

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by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

Barrett-Jackson
January 18 – 24, 2010
Location: WestWorld of Scottsdale

We have featured this event in two of our other blog entries, but since we are focusing on car auctions it is worth mentioning briefly here. See the other entries for more detailed information on this annual event. For event schedule and more information visit www.barrett-jackson.com

Russo and Steele
January 20 – 24, 2010
Location: Scottsdale Rd. and Mayo Blvd., just south of the 101 Freeway in the Big White Tents in Scottsdale

Don’t miss this unique style auction featuring American muscle cars, European sports cars, hot rods and customs. Russo and Steele in Scottsdale is an auction event enthusiasts from around the globe anticipate every year. This auction has the reputation of featuring unique entertainment on the auction block as well as excellent customer service. Be sure to check out this event if you love all kinds of cars and want to have some fun at the same time. For event schedule and more information visit www.russoandsteele.com

Silver Auctions Fort McDowell Arizona Auction
January 22-25, 2010
Location: Fort McDowell Resort & Casino

Silver has established a great reputation for auctioning affordable collector cars in this January-in-Arizona extravaganza. This provides buyers and sellers an auction where they can feel comfortable. For more information visit
www.silverauctions.com

Gooding & Company Auto Auction
January 23, 2010
Location: Fashion Square, corner of E. Camelback Rd. and N. 68^th St.

For more information visit www.goodingco.com

Celebration of Fine Art by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Scottsdale Arizona

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by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

20^th Annual Celebration of Fine Art
January 16 – March 28, 2010
Southeast corner of Scottsdale Rd. & Mayo Blvd

Looking for an event to attend in mid-January 2010? If you enjoy fine art, then you may want to visit the Annual Celebration of Fine Art in Scottsdale. Be sure to come celebrate this unique experience!

You will have the opportunity to meet 100 artists, visit their studios, find out the how and why of what they do and participate in their creative processes. Visitors can meet the artists and watch them working in various forms of art media: oil, watercolor, pastels, sculpture and assemblages to glass, ceramics and more.

Works vary from realistic to impressionistic, western realism to contemporary, etc. There is more than 40,000 square feet filled with works by known and up and coming artists, first time buyers to collectors agree this invitational show and sale is something you don’t want to miss the opportunity to experience.

If you haven’t had enough of art or similar events, you might want to consider the 39^th Annual Scottsdale Arts Festival, which will take place in March 2010. There is also the annual Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair that also takes place in early March 2010. We will have more information on these events in future blogs. Remember that Scottsdale is known for its art and culture opportunities!

Native Trails by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Scottsdale Arizona

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by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

Native Trails
January 21- April 10, 2010
When: Thursdays & Saturdays, Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Where: Scottsdale Civic Center Mall, located at Second Street & Drinkwater Boulevard in downtown Scottsdale.

Every January through April the outdoor amphitheater at the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall, just north of the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, comes alive with Native American music, dance, art and food.

On January 21, 2009, Native Trails will debut its eighth season of free noontime festivals dedicated to exploring the rich cultures of Native America. Musical performances using traditional instruments such as flutes, gourds and drums will delight your ears. A variety of tribal dances ranging from Pima dancing and inter-tribal pow wow dancing to the excitement and energy of world championship hoop dancing will be an amazing visual experience.

Arizona Tribal Nations- Each week, cultural ambassadors and Native American royalty from various Arizona Nations will join the Native Trails cast for music, dances and storytelling. Tribes represented will include Salt River Pima-Maricopa, Tohono O’odham, Hopi, Yavapai, Apache and Navajo.

Arts & Crafts-Native American artisans, jewelry makers and tribal elders from around the state will have their work displayed and sell their items throughout the season. Traditional Native American food also will be available for you to enjoy.

For more information, call 480-421-1004 or visit www.scottsdalecvb.com/planning-tools/events/scottsdale-native-trails/

Look for more upcoming events in our next blog. If you like events like this one, then you might want to check out the Annual Celebration of Fine Art which will be featured soon.

Upcoming Winter Events by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Scottsdale Arizona

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by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

Here are some upcoming events that are taking place in January and February 2010.

Rock ‘N Roll Marathon
Sunday, January 17, 2010

We are proud to welcome you for a rockin’ race weekend in the heart of the Southwest!

Barrett-Jackson Week
January 18 – 24, 2010
WestWorld of Scottsdale
(480) 663-6255

We featured the Barrett-Jackson auction on a previous blog, but thought you might want to know that it is approaching! It has been around for almost four decades, can you believe it? If you are a classic or custom car enthusiast, this is the event for you. For more information on this great event visit www.barrett-jackson.com

Arabian Horse Show
WestWorld of Scottsdale
February 11-21, 2010
480-515-1500
www.scottsdaleshow.com

This year marks the 55th Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show. It has grown from 50 horses to more than 2,000 horses.

Waste Management Phoenix Open (FBR Open)
February 22 – 28, 2010
(602) 870-4162

This event has the largest crowds on the PGA TOUR, the Waste Management Phoenix Open (formerly the FBR Open) has become known for being unlike any other golf tournament. It all starts with the unbelievable golf played by the likes of Kenny Perry, JB Holmes, Aaron Baddeley, Phil Mickelson and Vijay Singh on the beautiful TPC Scottsdale and ends with the biggest galleries.

For schedule and other information, visit www.scottsdalecvb.com/planning-tools/events/fbr-open/ or www.FBROpen.com
The Szabo Group offers first class real estate services to clients in the Scottsdale Greater Phoenix Metropolitan Area. Award winning Realtors and Re/MAX top producers, The Szabo group delivers experience, knowledge, dedication and proven results. Contact Joe Szabo at 480.688.2020 or visit www.scottsdalerealestateteam.com

Upcoming Football by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Scottsdale Arizona

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by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

If you enjoy sports, specifically football, then there are two upcoming events that may interest you, your friends and family.

21^st Annual Insight Bowl
December 31, 2009
Location: Arizona State University’s Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe.

Minnesota will face off against Iowa State at 6 PM EST. Don’t miss the excitement! If you can’t be there in person check your local television listings for time and channel. For more information including tickets, visit www.insightbowl.com

Fiesta Bowl Parade

January 2, 2009
11:00 am
Location: Central Phoenix

This traditional parade features colorful floats, amazing helium balloons, marching bands and specialty and equestrian units.

Fiesta Bowl ArtWalk
January 2, 2009
12:00 – 4:00 pm
Location: Scottsdale Arts District

“ArtWalk the Line” in an artistic preface to the big game at the Fiesta Bowl ArtWalk.

39th Annual Fiesta Bowl
January 4, 2010

Location: University of Phoenix Stadium. In Glendale, AZ.

Boise State will face off against Texas Christian University at 6 PM EST. Be sure to catch the excitement! If you can’t be there in person check your local television listings for time and channel. For more information including tickets, visit www.fiestabowl.org

Want to experience all the action and excitement for yourself but don’t have the money for tickets? This may be what you’ve been waiting for! You can enter to win two tickets and two room nights to these events. Visit https://www.scottsdalecvb.com/planning-tools/events/fiesta-bowl-insight-bowl-contest/ for all the details. Good luck!

ZooLights by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Scottsdale Arizona

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by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

What has 2.5 million lights and over 500 animal and nature light sculptures? It’s Zoolights, one of the largest lighting events in the southwest.

This event is taking place now through January 11, 2010 from 6-10 pm nightly at the Phoenix Zoo. This would be the perfect time for you and your family to enjoy all the event has to offer.

Some event highlights include:

Visit live Komodo dragons in their exhibit, Land of the Dragons, and the Komodo dragon light display
“Music in Motion” dancing tree show – new video, music and LED lights show
Jengo the talking giraffe returns for his 6^th year along with some of his other animal friends, including zebras, flamingos, otters and elephants
Horse-drawn wagon rides, carousel and camel rides
Stingray Bay Touch Tank Experience
LED lighting along pathways for amazing color
Animal meet & greets Thursday thru Sunday

Ticket prices are $9 ($7 Zoo members) valid Sunday through Thursday only and $10 ($8 Zoo members) “Any Night” tickets also valid Friday & Saturday. Ticket can be used any night if you’re unable to attend Friday or Saturday And guess what? Kids 2 years and younger are free any night. To purchase your tickets online visit https://phoenixzoo.org/events/ZooLights/tickets.htm

The Phoenix Zoo is located at 455 N. Galvin Parkway in Phoenix. For more information on this event, visit https://phoenixzoo.org/events/ZooLights/

New Year’s Events by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Scottsdale Arizona

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New Year’s Events by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Scottsdale Arizona

by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

New Year’s 2010 will be here before we know it and 2009 is quickly coming to an end. If you are looking for ways to celebrate the New Year in Scottsdale, then one of these events might be for you! You can also visit https://blog.scottsdalecvb.com/things-to-do-on-new-years-eve-in-scottsdale/ for more information and events.

New Years 2010
Dec 31, 2009, 8:00 PM-2:00 AM
Location: Myst NightClub , 7340 East Shoeman Lane, Phoenix
For more information visit www.mystaz.com

The New Years Eve Extravaganza
Dec 31,2009 9:30PM
Location: The National Comedy Theatre, 1111 S. Longmore Rd.,Mesa

Ring in 2010 with a laugh! The Extravaganza begins with a fun, spontaneous Competitive Comedy Show and YOU get to call the shots! The Extravaganza also includes a delicious catered dinner, party favors for everyone as you mingle with the cast, then a midnight toast! This is one of the most affordable New Years Eve events in the Valley and the show is all ages, be sure to bring the whole family! For tickets and more information visit www.nctphoenix.com

Scottsdale’s Ultimate Block Party
December 31, 2009

Ring in the New Year in style with Scottsdale’s Ultimate Block Party 2009!! Every year the Block Party has brought over 7,000 people to party the night away. For tickets and more information visit www.scottsdalesultimateblockparty.com/cl_party.html

Radisson Fort McDowell Disco Party

Enjoy a performance by Wonder Boogie. Room packages are available starting from $339 or tickets can be bought for $70 in advance or $75 at the door. For more information visit www.radisson.com

New Year’s Events by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Scottsdale Arizona

by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

New Years 2010
Dec 31, 2009, 8:00 PM-2:00 AM
Location: Myst NightClub , 7340 East Shoeman Lane, Phoenix
For more information visit www.mystaz.com

The New Years Eve Extravaganza
Dec 31,2009 9:30PM
Location: The National Comedy Theatre, 1111 S. Longmore Rd.,Mesa

Scottsdale’s Ultimate Block Party
December 31, 2009

Radisson Fort McDowell Disco Party

Enjoy a performance by Wonder Boogie. Room packages are available starting from $339 or tickets can be bought for $70 in advance or $75 at the door. For more information visit www.radisson.com

New Year’s Events by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Scottsdale Arizona

by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

New Years 2010
Dec 31, 2009, 8:00 PM-2:00 AM
Location: Myst NightClub , 7340 East Shoeman Lane, Phoenix
For more information visit www.mystaz.com

The New Years Eve Extravaganza
Dec 31,2009 9:30PM
Location: The National Comedy Theatre, 1111 S. Longmore Rd.,Mesa

Scottsdale’s Ultimate Block Party
December 31, 2009

Radisson Fort McDowell Disco Party

Enjoy a performance by Wonder Boogie. Room packages are available starting from $339 or tickets can be bought for $70 in advance or $75 at the door. For more information visit www.radisson.com