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The next markets in 2023 will be Jan. 14 and Jan. 28

Ballet Arizona’s critically acclaimed performance takes the stage through Dec. 24 at Phoenix Symphony Hall

Meanwhile, the complex’s courtyard celebrates the season with free family-friendly events like the Holiday Fair & Marketplace from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17. This is another free outdoor event, presented by Family Fun AZ. The Holiday Fair & Marketplace features photos with Santa Claus, a snow blizzard, bounce houses and slides, live entertainment on center stage, face painting and coloring contests. 

His adoption fee is $175. At Friends for Life Animal Rescue animals are altered, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. Cats are also tested for FELV/FIV.

The City of Mesa’s completion of the Signal Butte Road expansion offers an alternate access route to State Route 24. The southeast Mesa project near Queen Creek opened to traffic at noon Dec. 14, connecting Signal Butte Road from Germann Road to Williams Field Road, a vital two-mile stretch of roadway for the Southeast Valley.

Along with holiday shopping, enjoy live music, food and fun activities for the kids. The event is hosted by the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce at McFarland State Park, 24 W. Ruggles St.

“We’re looking forward to serving everyone in the community," said Valley Family Chiropractic owner, Dr. Wes McDermott. "We are here to help as many families as possible in the East Valley through natural healing and natural chiropractic care.” 

The Salvation Army is facing a spike in demand for services because of the combination of rising costs and lingering pandemic-related poverty. Meeting increased need becomes more of a challenge every year at Red Kettles due to consumers carrying less cash, the closure of many brick-and-mortar retail stores where the Army would traditionally ring at kettles, more online shopping – resulting in less foot traffic in shopping areas – and the effects of inflation.

With the forecast calling for continued cold – and colder – nights, the Human Services Campus has an urgent need for blankets for the men and women experiencing homelessness on and around its 13-acre campus at 12th Avenue and Madison Street in Phoenix.

Experience a winter wonderland like no other with seasonal food, fun and festivities for the whole family. Hop on a hayride to visit Rudolph or journey through Santa’s magic workshop. Whatever you choose, it’s all happening down on Schnepf Farms.