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Hale Centre Theatre presents Annie

October 9 - November 21 | Leapin’ Lizards! It’s a hard-knock life for clever redheaded orphan Annie who, more than anything, just wants a mom and dad. A close escape and stroke of luck pairs her with billionaire Daddy Warbucks who pulls out all the stops to help Annie find her family. Hear showstoppers like “Tomorrow,” “Easy Street” and many more in this family favorite musical.
Dates: 
11/11/2026
11/12/2026
11/13/2026
Showtimes vary--please see website
Location: 
Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona, 50 West Page Avenue, Gilbert, AZ 85233, United States
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26th Annual Holiday Open House - Historic Downtown Glendale

The Old Towne and Catlin Court Retail Districts will be all ready to kick off the holiday shopping and dining season at the 30th Annual Holiday Open House on Saturday, Nov.14, 2026, beginning at 10 a.m. You will enjoy a day full of unique experiences and the return of treasured activities and displays. Begin checking off your holiday shopping list with unique, artisanal, and handcrafted gift items featured at the locally owned boutiques. You can also enjoy delicious treats at the wide variety of eateries and special gift-wrapping stations for you to be holiday ready.
Dates: 
11/14/2026
10 am
Location: 
Historic Downtown Glendale Merchants Association, 5800 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301, United States
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CREATE Inside Arizona Science Center

CREATE Inside Arizona Science Center inspires people of all ages to IMAGINE. DESIGN. MAKE. CONNECT.™
Dates: 
11/10/2026
11/11/2026
11/12/2026
10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: 
Arizona Science Center, East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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2026 AZ Veterans Day Run - StartLine Racing

Join Team RWB Phoenix and StartLine Racing as we host the 14th Annual AZ Veterans Day Run on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Kiwanis Park in Tempe!
Dates: 
11/14/2026
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Location: 
Kiwanis Park, Tempe, AZ, USA
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Chiles and Chocolate Festival

November 13th - 15th | The Chiles & Chocolate Festival brings together two of the most unforgettable flavors in nature—fiery chiles and rich, velvety chocolate for a weekend of tasting, discovery and sensory adventure. Shop, sample and meet local vendors. Come try all of this and more for an unforgettable weekend. Admission to this experience includes full access to Super Bloom.
Dates: 
11/13/2026
11/14/2026
11/15/2026
11 am - 5 pm
Location: 
Desert Botanical Garden, North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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Desert Discovery Day

Desert Discovery Day returns to Jewel of the Creek Preserve on November 14, 2026, for a free, all-ages festival packed with gold panning, wildlife encounters, and hands-on desert exhibits.
Dates: 
11/14/2026
10am
Location: 
Desert Foothills Land Trust, Sidewinder Road, Carefree, AZ, USA
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