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TUESDAY, MARCH 16
- WORKSHOP: AMERICAN BESTSELLERS FROM THE 1600s TO THE PRESENT 6:30-8:30pm
A two-session series for readers, writers, and lovers of books. Writing coach and editor Pamela R. Goodfellow, PhD, explores the patterns of what makes a bestselling novel, tracing the history of the bestseller and discussing important perspectives on the books that have shaped publishing in America -- from Cooper’s The Last of the Mohicans to Kingsolver’s The Bean Trees. [Read more >>]
- NIKKI STONE: WHEN TURTLES FLY 7pm
1998 Winter Olympics gold medalist Nikki Stone visits with her book When Turtles Fly: Secrets of Successful People Who Know When to Stick Their Necks Out. Two years before her big win in Nagano, Japan (in inverted aerial skiing), Stone suffered from a chronic spinal injury that prevented her from even standing. [Read more >>] - OFFSITE EVENT - MARK MOFFETT: ARMY ANTS AND FLYING FROGS 7:30pm
Mark Moffett is a modern explorer with more than a little luck. He has accidentally sat on the world’s deadliest snake, battled drug lords with dart guns, eaten scorpions and spiders, and ascended a tree to escape bull elephants. [Read more >>]
- WORKSHOP: PARENTS AS SEXUALITY EDUCATORS 6:30-8:30pm
Trained sexuality educators help parents become familiar with sexual development across the lifespan and examine their own values and attitudes related to their role as the primary sexuality educators of their children. Free workshop provided by the nonprofit Planned Parenthood Arizona. RSVP required: Yolanda at ychavez@ppaz.org or 602.263.4230.
- CAT PARENTI-HAMMAD: AFGHANISTAN: BLOOD AND HONOR 7pm
Tempe author Cat Parenti-Hammad launches her new book Afghanistan: Blood and Honor, A Memoir from Brooklyn to Kabul. She also shares a slideshow documenting the culture of Afghanistan from 1968 to 1974. [Read more >>]
- FAMILY EVENT: SCAVENGER HUNT HIKE 9am Author-illustrator Brooke Bessesen leads a hike and visual scavenger hunt for children eight years and up (with an adult companion) to introduce kids to a whole new world—the great outdoors. Bessesen is a naturalist, certified veterinary technician, and wildlife rescue volunteer. [Read more >>]
- HANDMADEAZ 10am-4pm
Stanley Moon's: Original Handmade Embroidered Plush and Housewares including lots of felt bunnies just in time for Easter. - FAMILY EVENT: PHOENIX ZOO ANIMAL TAILS 11am-Noon
Can you make animal sounds? Today, we explore the noises different animals make! - DZANC DAY FICTION WORKSHOP Noon-5pm
Dzanc Day is sponsored by Dzanc Press to generate income to allow the press to award the annual Dzanc Prize and to run Dzanc Writer-in-Residence Programs in schools across the country. Today we’ll discuss the craft of writing short stories and novels, the writing life, and the business of writing. [Read more >>] - MEET THE BUYER (BEFORE YOU GO TO PRINT) 2-5pm
Have a new book idea? Ready to do another printing of a present volume? Talk to our buyer and get expert advice about shelf appeal before it's too late to make changes. You can bring sample covers, an abstract, and questions regarding marketing or how to contact bookstores about carrying your work. COST: $25 for 15 minutes with either our Children's Buyer or our Adult buyer. More info: 480.730.0205. - INSIGHTS 5:30-8:30pm Tarot reader James R. Betz offers advice on life, relationships and career choices. COST: $20 for 15 minutes. Registration and pre-payment at 480.730.0205. More info: 602.840.2222.
- SOCRATES CAFÉ 10:30am-Noon
A philosophical discussion group based on the book Socrates Café by Christopher Phillips. Info: Wendy at dish@cox.net. - SPANISH CONVERSATION 3-5:45pm See 3/7 for details.
- MARSHA WEISIGER: DREAMING OF SHEEP IN NAVAJO COUNTRY 7pm
New Mexico State University professor Marsha Weisiger presents her book Dreaming of Sheep in Navajo Country, which tells the story of one of the most notorious events in Navajo history: the livestock reduction program of the 1930s. [Read more >>] - MOM’S NIGHT OUT: CONSCIOUS DISCIPLINE 7pm
Trisha Lucas, Education Director for Desert Sun Child Development Center, presents what she feels is the best answer to parents’ questions about discipline. Lucas has seen this method work both at her school and with her own children. Presented in coordination with MomsZone.org. More info: MomsZone.org.
- SPRING CLEANING YOUR RELATIONSHIPS 7pm
Do your friendships, parenting skills, or love life need refreshing? Arizona substance abuse counselor Clint Stonebraker, author of Connected: The Art of Building Relationships, provides a path to creating lasting relationships based on a personal definition of success, not a script handed down by families or society. More info: clintstonebraker.com.
- CHANTING INTO SACRED SPACE 7-8:30pm
Pinna Joseph, chanter, sound artist and Yoga of the Voice™ instructor, presents an evening of creating sacred space by sounding your own voice. Tonight's workshop includes vocal meditation and call-and-response chants from the Buddhist, Hindu, Hebrew and Brazilian traditions. No previous singing experience necessary. COST: $20. Registration and pre-payment at 480.730.0205.
- PAUL E. BENDHEIM: THE BRAIN TRAINING REVOLUTION 7pm
Stop misplacing your keys once and for all! In his new book, The Brain Training Revolution: A Proven Workout for Healthy Brain Aging, Paul E. Bendheim, MD, tackles age-associated memory loss with his unique three-part program for healthy brain life. [Read more >>]
- COMMUNITY MOVIE NIGHT 6pm
Capitalism: A Love Story. With a hand stamp you’ll receive at the screening, you’re entitled to post-show discounts from several merchants here in the Tempe Square shopping center: Baskin Robbins, Wildflower Bread Company, Mac’s Broiler & Tap, Hoodlums, and Changing Hands Bookstore.
- FAMILY EVENT: SCIENCE STORYTIME 11am-1pm
The Arizona Science Center visits to lead some fun solar activities and read The Kids' Solar Energy Book by Tilly Spetgang. - BRET HART: THE HITMAN: MY REAL LIFE IN THE CARTOON WORLD OF WRESTLING 1pmBret “Hitman” Hart signs his book The Hitman: My Real Life in the Cartoon World of Wrestling. Hart competed as both a villain and a fan-favorite during his professional wrestling career and is widely regarded as one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time. [Read more >>]
- TAROT READINGS 5:30-8:30pm Mystic Journeyz with Suzie Coggins. “Your Angels are Waiting.” COST: $20 for 15 minutes. Registration and pre-payment required at 480.730.0205. MysticJourneyz.com, 480.626.1077.
- CHRISTOPHER MOORE: BITE ME 7pm
Christopher Moore is the New York Times bestselling author of eleven hilarious novels, including Lamb, A Dirty Job, and Fool. Tonight, he returns with Bite Me: A Love Story, the sardonic sequel to Bloodsucking Fiends and You Suck! [Read more >>]
- SIGN LANGUAGE FOR ADULTS 1:30-3pm
See 3/14 for details. - WORKSHOP: THE HIDDEN HISTORY OF EGYPTIAN MYTHOLOGY 2-4pm
Why does the magic of ancient Egypt continue to enthrall us? Did an advanced predynastic culture build the pyramids and Sphinx? What was the true purpose of the Great Pyramid? [Read more >>]
TUESDAY, MARCH 30
- GETTING INVOLVED 101 6pm
“Getting Involved 101.” Volunteer opportunities with Hands-On Greater Phoenix. More info: 602.973.2212 x237.
- COMMUNITY MUSIC NIGHT 6:30-8:30pm
Ten musical acts representing a variety of styles by local artists. Spots are still available. Please e-mail pinna.joseph@changinghands.com if you’re interested in presenting. Co-sponsored by Hoodlums Music and Movies. You may also send a CD or DVD to the bookstore (attn: Pinna) or e-mail a link to your music online.
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