Kornukopia Calendar, Aug. 16-25

Ongoing

‘Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End,” 7:30 p.m. Friday through Saturday, Aug. 16-17 and Friday through Saturday, Aug. 23-24; 2 p.m., Saturday through Sunday, Aug. 17-18 and Saturday through Sunday, Aug. 24-25. Prescott Center for the Arts Stage Too, 219 N. Cortez St. in the alley. Tickets are $20, available online at www.pca-az.net.

32nd annual Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 9-10, Yavapai College, 1100 E. Sheldon St. www.ycpac.com.

Crossroads of the West Gun Show, 9 a.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 17-18, Findlay Toyota Center, 3201 N. Main St. Prescott Valley. $10 at the box office, kids 12 and younger are free with a paid adult. www.crossroadsgunshows.com.

Sedona International Film Festival presents “Ode to Joy,” 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 16-17; 4 p.m. Sunday and Tuesday, Aug. 18 and 20, Mary D. Fisher Theatre, 2030 W. Highway 89A. www.sedonafilmfestival.org.

Sedona International Film Festival presents “Mike Wallace is Here,” 4 p.m. Friday, Saturday, Monday and Wednesday, Aug. 16, 17, 19 and 21; 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20, Mary D. Fisher Theatre, 2030 W. Highway 89A. www.sedonafilmfestival.org. ‘

Friday, Aug. 16

Colored Pencil Drawing Series with Diane Iverson, 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., The Highlands Center for Natural History, 1375 S. Walker Road. Diane Iverson returns this summer to instruct the third colored-pencil art series of 2019. Grow your skills with new techniques by learning illustrative techniques that feature the natural wonders of this tumultuous season. $25 per class; $132 for the entire series. Members: 10% discount. Pre-registration required.

Third Friday Chamber Music Series, The High Mountain Chordsmen, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. All programs are subject to change. Call Bruce or Suzanne at 928-778-6965.

Prescott Summer Concert Series: Friday Band, Toucan Eddy, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the courthouse plaza. prescottconcertseries.com.

Historic Downtown Walking Tours "Where It All Began" 10 a.m., Visitor Information Center at Prescott Chamber of Commerce, Park at Granite Street parking garage. Tours are 90 minutes. Donations accepted. www.prescott.org or 928-445-2000.

Saturday, Aug. 17

Naturalist Walk: Forest Ecology with Janet Burgoyne, 8:30 to 10 a.m. The Highlands Center for Natural History, 1375 S. Walker Road. A forest is more than just a bunch of trees; it is an interconnected web of plants, animals and other organisms responding to climatic influence. These hikes are on the unpaved trails on the Highlands Center’s 80-acre campus.

Attract Birds, Bees and Butterflies, 9:30 a.m., Watters Gardening Center, 1815 W Iron Springs Road. Monarchs, Swallowtails and bees are in trouble, but we can help! This class goes into all the details of how to help the local natives. Because they like so many of the same plants, hummingbirds are simply a bonus to this class. Learn the best local trees, shrubs, flowers and grasses that naturally bring the best wildlife.

The Seventh annual Sharlot’s WineFest will feature 11 restaurateurs and 9 wine tastings, two spirits and one brewery for the fundraiser at the museum, 415 W. Gurley St., Prescott, featuring the popular Pick ‘n’ Pull. The event is almost sold out, with fewer than 50 tickets remaining.

Anthropalooza Family Nature Fest, 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., The Highlands Center for Natural History, 1375 S. Walker Road. If you’ve ever wondered about the little big world of insects, this festival is for you! Become a member of the Dead Bug Society or maybe join the Cicada Club. Explore the wild world of insects and take a closer look than ever before at these aliens on earth. Bring the whole family! From beetles to butterflies, it’s guaranteed to turn your world upside down. Sponsored by Findlay Toyota. $6 Adults, $4 Children: FREE for HC Members!

Central Arizona Model Railroad Club of the Quad Cities Area model train swap meet, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Liberty Traditional School 3300 N. Lake Valley Road, Prescott Valley. More than 90 tables of model trains and railroad memorabilia for sale plus displays, drawings and door prizes. Admission adults $5, kids 12 and younger are free. Contact Doug Gilliatt at 480-390-0320.

Zucchini Races for Kids!, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Bring a zucchini to decorate and race while learning some information about gardening from Master Gardeners. This event is in preparation for the zucchini car competition to be held at the Yavapai County Fair in September. All materials except the zucchini will be provided. For kids all ages. Register online at the Youth Desk or call 928-777-1537.

Lonely Street Productions presents “Heartbreak Hotel: A Salute to Young Elvis,” starring Robert Shaw and the Lonely Street Band, 7 p.m., Elks Theatre and Performing Arts Center, 117 E. Gurley St. Tickets are $25 for adults, $22 for seniors and $30 for opera box seats, available online at www.prescottelkstheater.com, by calling 928-777-1370 or at the door one hour prior to the performance.

South of Winslow, 7 p.m., Prescott Center for the Arts, 208 N. Marina St. Tickets are $25, available online at www.pca-az.net or at the door.

Sunday, Aug. 18

AZ Humanities Lecture: The Earliest Apache in Arizona: Evidence and Arguments, 2 to 3:30 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St.

Historic Downtown Walking Tours "Where It All Began" 10 a.m., Visitor Information Center at Prescott Chamber of Commerce; park at Granite Street parking garage. Tours are 90 minutes. Donations accepted. www.prescott.org or 928-445-2000.

Sedona International Film Festival presents “The Empowerment Project,” 7 p.m., Mary D. Fisher Theatre, 2030 W. Highway 89A. www.sedonafilmfestival.org.

Monday, Aug. 19

Prescott art docents new member reception, 10 a.m., Prescott Public Library Founders' Room, 215 E. Goodwin St., Prescott.

Monday Night Movie: Shazam! (PG-13), 5 p.m., Prescott Valley Public Library, 7401 E. Skoog Blvd. Free. No registration required. 928-759-3040.

Potter’s House Music & Films, 6 to 9:15 p.m., courthouse plaza, Prescott.

Sedona International Film Festival presents “Deconstructing the White Album,” 7 p.m., Mary D. Fisher Theatre, 2030 W. Highway 89A. www.sedonafilmfestival.org.

Tuesday, Aug. 20

Master Gardener Talk: Container Gardening, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m., Prescott Valley Public Library, 7401 E. Skoog Blvd., Prescott Valley. Free. No registration required, but space is limited. 928-759-3040 or pvlib.net.

More Nightlife

Friday, Aug 16

BAREFOOT BOB’S: High Country Special, 6

WHISKEY ROW PUB: House DJ, 10

Saturday, Aug. 17

AUGIE’S: Steve Annibale, 5

BAREFOOT BOB’S: Scandalous Hands, 7

GRANITE CREEK VINEYARDS (Chino Valley): Muddbone, 1

WHISKEY ROW PUB: House DJ, 10

Sunday, Aug. 18

WHISKEY ROW PUB: Industry Night

Monday, Aug. 19

HASSAYAMPA INN: Bob Shimizu, 5

J.J.'s SALOON: Free pool

MARK’S BEER GARDEN: Karaoke w/Matt & Allie, 6

MATT’S SALOON: Trivia, 8

PRESCOTT PUBLIC HOUSE: Trivia

RAVEN CAFÉ: Trivia, 7

SIDEKICKS SALOON: Karaoke, 5

TONY’S TOO: Texas Hold’em, 7

WINDSOCK: Trivia, 6

Let’s Start Writing – A Few Genres, 3 to 4:30 p.m., Prescott Valley Public Library, 7401 E. Skoog Blvd., Prescott Valley. No registration required, space is limited. 928-759-3040.

Prescott Toastmasters meeting, 6:30 a.m., Fellowship Hall of Unity Church, 145 S Arizona Ave. Visitors welcome.

Insights to the Outdoors, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., The Highlands Center for Natural History, 1375 S. Walker Road. This program brings a whole new meaning to “death is a part of life.” Come learn all about insects that specialize in finding and devouring carrion, and how investigators have long used insect communities in human forensics. $30 Adults; 10% Discount for Members, Pre-registration Required.

Prescott Summer Concert Series: Jazz, Mike Vax Quintet, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the courthouse plaza.

prescottconcertseries.com.

Wednesday, Aug. 21

Movies at the Elks – “Pretty in Pink,” 7 p.m., Elks Theatre and Performing Arts Center, 117 E. Gurley St. Admission is a cash donation of any amount.

Thursday, Aug. 22

Prescott Summer Concert Series: Prescott Sings, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the courthouse plaza. prescottconcertseries.com.

Prescott Antique Auto Club Cruise-In, 4 to 7 p.m., corner of Sheldon and Montezuma streets. Paacaz.com.

Harlem Globetrotters 2019 World Tour, 7 p.m. Findlay Toyota Center, 3201 N. Main St. Tickets start at $28.50, available online at www.ticketmaster.com, by calling 928-772-1819 ext. 6060 or at the door.

Sedona International Film Festival presents “Zen for Nothing,” 4 and 7 p.m., Mary D. Fisher Theatre, 2030 W. Highway 89A. www.sedonafilmfestival.org.

Friday, Aug. 23

Prescott Summer Concert Series: Friday Band, The Cheektones, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the courthouse plaza prescottconcertseries.com.

5th Annual Granite Mountain Jewelry Artists Show and Sale, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Historic St. Michael Hotel Ballroom, 205 W. Gurley St. on the corner of Whiskey Row in downtown Prescott, AZ. . Local artists displaying beautiful handmade jewelry in a variety of designs and styles including metal, lapidary, enameling, glass, castings, precious metal and polymer clays, mixed media and beadwork. Additionally, other wearable art will be available. Please join us at this one-of-a-kind event! Meet the artists and shop for unique jewelry & accessories and enter to win one of three door prizes donated by the artists participating in this event. FREE ADMISSION! For more information or to check out the artists go to: https://granitemountainjewelryartists.weebly.com

A Celebration of Jazz from New Orleans to New York, 7 p.m., Elks Theatre and Performing Arts Center, 117 E. Gurley St. Tickets are $35 for opera box seats, $25 for adults, $22 for seniors and $18 for students, available online at www.prescottelkstheater.com, by calling 928-777-1370 or at the door one hour prior to the performance.

Mommy’s & Daddy’s Comedy Dinner & Show, 6 p.m., Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center, 117 E. Gurley St. Tickets are $15 presale, available at www.prescott-night-out.lic.square.site, or $20 at the door.

Saturday, Aug. 24

Herb Garden Desings from Beginner to Pro, 9:30 a.m., Watters Garden Center, Summer is the ideal time to add herbs to the garden. More than just culinary, herbs are a staple plant for the mountain landscape. Learn which herbs are best in the kitchen, reseed by themselves, are ignored by javelina, evergreen and more. You will be an herbal pro after this class. Free to gardeners of all ages. FREE

5th Annual Granite Mountain Jewelry Artists Show and Sale, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Historic St. Michael Hotel Ballroom, 205 W. Gurley St. on the corner of Whiskey Row in downtown Prescott, AZ. Local artists displaying beautiful handmade jewelry in a variety of designs and styles including metal, lapidary, enameling, glass, castings, precious metal and polymer clays, mixed media and beadwork. Additionally, other wearable art will be available. Please join us at this one-of-a-kind event! Meet the artists and shop for unique jewelry & accessories and enter to win one of three door prizes donated by the artists participating in this event. FREE ADMISSION! For more information or to check out the artists go to: https://granitemountainjewelryartists.weebly.com

Gardening Talks: Cold Hearty Succulents, 10:00 a.m., Enjoy the beauty, intrigue and ease of growing succulents! Join us to learn about the varieties of succulents perfect for the Prescott area winters. We will also explore the different areas of the garden to creatively use succulents. Presented by Yavapai Master Gardener Tricia Michelson from the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension.

Prescott Farmers Market, 7:30 a.m. to noon, Yavapai College Parking Lot D located at 1100 E. Sheldon St. Runs through Oct. 26. www.prescottfarmersmarket.org.

Historic Downtown Walking Tours "Where It All Began" 10 a.m., Visitor Information Center at Prescott Chamber of Commerce, Park at Granite Street parking garage. Tours are 90 minutes. Donations accepted. www.prescott.org or 928-445-2000.

The 24 Hour Plays 2019, 7:30 p.m. Prescott Center for the Arts, 208 N. Marina St. Tickets are $10. www.pca-az.net.

One Stage Family Theatre presents “Mamma Mia!,” 1 and 7 p.m., Elks Theatre and Performing Arts Center, 117 E. Gurley St. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students, available online at www.prescottelkstheater.com, by calling 928-777-1370 or at the door one hour prior to the performance.

EnduroX Extreme Off-Road Racing, 7:30 p.m., Findlay Toyota Center. 3201 N. Main St. Tickets start at $19, available online at www.ticketmaster.com, by calling 928-772-1819 ext. 6060 or at the door.

Sunday, Aug. 25

Historic Downtown Walking Tours "Where It All Began" 10 a.m., Visitor Information Center at Prescott Chamber of Commerce; park at Granite Street parking garage. Tours are 90 minutes. Donations accepted. www.prescott.org or 928-445-2000.

Auditions for LittleBlackDressINK and ArtistPath Staged Readings, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin Street. LittleBlackDressINK, created by Tiffany Antoneof Prescott provides opportunities for women playwrights to see their work brought to life in stage readings. Ten short plays from women playwrights across the country will have you rolling on the floor one minute and pulling your heart strings the next. They will be presented October 4,5, and 6th at local venues. Auditions will be Sunday, August 25th 1 to 5 pm at Prescott Public Library, Founders Suite. Auditions will be cold readings from the plays. Age ranges of actors are 12 (girl's part) to various adult stages, male and female.

Arizona Philharmonic: American Sources, 3 p.m., Yavapai College Performing Arts Center 1100 E. Sheldon St. Tickets start at $25, available online at www.azphil.simpletix.com/e/44800.

One Stage Family Theatre presents “Mamma Mia!,” 2 p.m., Elks Theatre and Performing Arts Center, 117 E. Gurley St. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students, available online at www.prescottelkstheater.com, by calling 928-777-1370 or at the door one hour prior to the performance.


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