Calendar of Events: April 7-22

Sunday, April 7

• J. A. Jance author talk and book signing, 3 to 5 p.m., Prescott Valley Public Library Auditorium, 7401 E. Skoog Blvd. 928-759-3040.

• Independence Corrupted: How America's Judges Really Make Their Decisions, 1:30 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St.

• Central Arizona Concert Band in Concert. Includes a performance of the Copland Clarinet Concerto by our own Scott Smith, selections from The Sound of Music, works by Ralph Vaughn Williams, Percy Grainger and much more, 3 to 5 p.m., Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Adults $12, students $5.

• Raven Café will host a fundraiser to support Arizona’s Children Association and spread awareness during Child Abuse Prevention Month, 4 to 8 p.m. To buy tickets, go to www.ArizonasChildren.org/ravencafe. 928-925-0805.

• Bingo, Adult Center of Prescott, 1280 E. Rosser St. Doors open 12 p.m., games start 1:30 p.m.

Monday, April 8

• Republican Mens Forum, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Hotel St. Michael, 205 W. Gurley St., Prescott. Lunch costs $18. 928-776-1999

• PAL, Parents of Addicted Loved Ones, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Alliance Bible Church, 2601 W. Iron Springs Road, Prescott. PAL provides hope through education and support to parents of loved ones who are suffering with addiction and alcoholism. 928-778-0379 www.palgroup.org.
  

• Knee-High Naturalists - Spring 2019, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Highlands Center for Natural History, 1375 S. Walker Road, Prescott. http://highlandscenter.org/knee-high-naturalists/.

Tuesday, April 9

• Pastel workshops with Don Rantz, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Phippen Museum. Recommended ages 15 and older, limited class size. RSVP and materials required, Cost, $35. 928-778-1385. Phippenartmuseum.org.

• Republican Women of Prescott luncheon and meeting, 11:30 to 1 p.m., Prescott Resort & Conference Center. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Lunch cost is $20 per person.Guest speaker will be Tom Kilgannon, president of Freedom Alliance.

• TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), 7:30 a.m., Open Door Baptist Church, 8451 E. Stevens Drive, Prescott Valley. 928-413-4060.

• Queen of Hearts, 6 p.m., 202 N. Arizona Ave. 928-776-1125; vfw541prescott.org.
  

• Anger Solves Nothing, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Unity Church of Prescott, 145 S. Arizona Ave. MeditationInNorthernArizona.org, 928-637-6232.

• Meditation & Buddhism for Inner Peace, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Unity Church of Prescott, 145 S. Arizona Ave. MeditationInNorthernArizona.org or 928-637-6232.

• Technology Help Hour, Prescott Computer Society, 10 to 11 a.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Bring your own laptop or mobile device or use a library laptop

• Geology Talks: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Three Decades of Exploration, 6 to 8 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Hosted by the Central Arizona Geology Club. 928-777-1526.

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• 5/6 Book Club, 4 to 5 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. For teens, kids, grades 5-6. Register online at the Youth Desk or call 928-777-1537.

Wednesday, April 10

• Aviation history presentation, 7 p.m., Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Davis Learning Center Auditorium.

• VFW Post 541 Dinner, 4:30 to 7 p.m., 202 N. Arizona Ave, Prescott. 928-776-1125.

• Prescott Military Pilots, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Elks Club, Prescott Valley. 928-848-2742.

• NDE (Near Death Experiences) stories shared and explored, 6:15 to 7:30 p.m., Prescott Public Library, Elsie Room, 215 E. Goodwin St. We will be reviewing NDE accounts as this can bring new meaning and direction to your life. Facilitated by Karl Krumins and friends.

• LEGO Expo, 4 to 5 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. We'll provide the LEGOs and lots of space. For children, ages 5 and up.

• Writing Workshop Series: Your Audience, 2 to 4 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Register online, at the Ask a Librarian Desk or call 928-777-1526.

Thursday, April 11

• Reincarnation discussion group, as examined through regression hypnosis, how and why, 6:30 p.m., Wild Iris Coffee Shop. Free, all ages.

• "Understanding Alzheimer’s to Ensure the Best Care for Your Loved One" free Senior Connection seminar with Circle of Life Alzheimer’s Homes, noon to 1 p.m., Prescott Valley Christian Church, 7655 E Long Look Dr. RSVPs appreciated to Debbie@SeniorConnection.us or 928-778-3747.

• The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Yavapai College freeMunch and Learn workshop: Arizona's Deadliest Gunfight, 12:30 to 2 p.m., Building 3 Room 119 on the Prescott Campus. To enroll, call 928-717-7634.

• Genealogy mentor session, Northern Arizona Genealogy Society, 1 to 2 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Register online, at the Ask a Librarian Desk or call 928-777-1526.

• Aboriginal Living Skills, REC 140. Learn primitive living skills like creating fire with sticks, making stone knives, building primitive shelters, twine rope from plant fibers and more, April 11 to 14, Yavapai College Prescott campus. To register, call 928-776-2199, or register online at www.yc.edu.

• Bingo, Adult Center of Prescott, 1280 E. Rosser St.. Doors open 12 p.m., games start 1:30 p.m.

• Celebrate Recovery is a biblical program that helps "regular" people overcome hurts and negative habits to live in freedom with Christ. Follow the Beatitudes with us. Meetings are Thursdays in the American Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall, with "Meet, Greet, & Eat" at 5:30 p.m., followed by worship and teaching at 6 p.m.

• You Too! Mentor training, 11 a.m. to noon, Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Training on iPads with hearing and vision accessibility apps. To register, contact the Ask a Librarian Desk at 928-777-1526 or ask.librarian@prescott-az.gov.

Friday, April 12

• Dialogue on Race in Prescott, 6 p.m., First Congregation Church, 216 E. Gurley Street, Prescott. Join community leaders, historians and members of the Arizona Commission of African American Affairs for a special Town Hall event. All are invited to attend.

• Google Drive Basics, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Participants should have a Google account created before class.

• Art Days for Kids, 1 to 2 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. For children, ages 6 to 14. Register online, at the Youth Desk or call 928-777-1537.

• Lap sit Storytime: Bring your baby for some cozy active time on your lap, 9:30 to 10 a.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin Street, Prescott.

• Preschool storytime, 10:30 to 11 a.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St.Stories, songs and fingerplays especially for children, ages 3-5, and their grownups. Siblings are always welcome.

• Conversational Spanish, 10 a.m. to noon, Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin Street, Prescott. Basic Spanish skills needed.

• Granite Mountain Interagency Hotshot Crew (GMIHC) Learning and Tribute Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Prescott Gateway Mall, #120 (near Dillard’s). www.gmihc19.org. info@gmihc19.org. www.facebook.com/gmihc19. (Fri & Sat.)

• All-you-can-eat Fish Fry $9/Shrimp $11, 4:30 to 7 p.m., VFW-Buckey O’Neill Post 541, 202 N. Arizona Ave.

• Chair Yoga

• Chair yoga, 1 to 2 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St.

Saturday, April 13

• General meeting of the Prescott Area Woodturners will feature member Dick Kelly, 1 to 4 p.m., YEI Building, 6708 Corsair in the Prescott Air Park. Learn how to incorporate a PVC tube to create a container suitable for donation to the Beads of Courage program.

• Explore Water!: Water Education for Kids, noon, Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Presented in partnership with the City of Prescott Water Resource Management and the University of Arizona Yavapai County Cooperative Extension. For more information, please contact Youth Services at 928.777.1537 or youth.services@prescott-az.gov. In case of inclement weather, the program will be relocated to the Founders Suite.

• Prescott Public Library brings you the discovery of ideas, the joy of reading and the power of information. Check the library's online events calendar at www.prescottlibrary.info, or call 928-777-1500 for more information.

• Prescott Mac User Group (PMUG) monthly meeting, 10 a.m., Yavapai College Prescott Campus, Bldg. 4, Room 102. Topics will include a discussion of options for listening to music and a short tutorial on Macmost. Non-members are welcome and refreshments will be served. www.pmug.us.

• Family Nature Festival in the James Family Discovery Garden, 9 a.m. to noon, Highlands Center for Natural History. Education stations will be scattered along the paved pathways, each providing a unique spring-inspired activity for children. Make crafts, explore like a butterfly, examine seeds, and handle live animals with Heritage Park Zoo. Adults $6; childrenn 13 and under $4; Members free.

• Yavapai Flute Circle, 12 to 2:30 p.m., Prescott Valley Public Library, Children’s Program Room, 7401 E Civic Circle. 928-717-1000.

• Memory Café, 9 to 10 a.m., Susan J. Rheem Adult Day Center, 3407 N. Windsong Drive, Prescott Valley. It is designed for people living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and mild cognitive impairment, and their caregivers, whether that is a family member, companion, friend or professional.
  

• The Prescott Farmers Market, 10 a.m., Prescott High School, 1050 Ruth St. www.prescottfarmersmarket.org, through May 4.

• Explore Water!: Water Education for Kids, noon to 1 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Learn about the water cycle, rainwater harvesting and more with hands-on activities designed for children of all ages. Youth Services, 928-777-1537 or youth.services@prescott-az.gov. In case of inclement weather, the program will be relocated to the Founders Suite.

• Intro to Aikido, 10 to 11 a.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. This Japanese martial art offers ways to build self defense skills, develop self discipline and explore peaceful ways to solve problems. For ages 5 and up, parents welcome.

• Volunteer recruitment fair, 10 a.m. to noon, Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Representatives from local nonprofits will be present to to answer your questions and discuss volunteer roles available within their organization.
  

• Librarypalooza 2019: Celebrate National Library Week, noon, 215 E. Goodwin St.

• Ground Covers and Erosion Control, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Watters Garden Center 1815 Iron Springs Rd., Prescott. Free, all ages. www.wattersgardencenter.com.

• Heritage Park Zoo - Breakfast with the Animals, 9 to 10 a.m. Price for members is $20 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under, non-members, $25 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under. Pre-registration is required. www.HeritageParkZoo.org.
  

• Coffeehouse Concerts series hosted by local singer/songwriter Jo Berger, 2 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St.

• Family storytime, 11 to 11:30 a.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Stories, songs and activities for the whole family.

• Granite Mountain Interagency Hotshot Crew (GMIHC) Learning and Tribute Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Prescott Gateway Mall, #120 (near Dillard’s). www.gmihc19.org. info@gmihc19.org. www.facebook.com/gmihc19. (Fri & Sat.)

• Docent-led tours of the Phippen Museum, Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Included with admission, no reservations necessary

Sunday, April 14

• Bingo, Adult Center of Prescott, 1280 E. Rosser St. Doors open 12 p.m., games start 1:30 p.m.

Monday, April 15

• PAL, Parents of Addicted Loved Ones, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Alliance Bible Church, 2601 W. Iron Springs Road, Prescott. PAL provides hope through education and support to parents of loved ones who are suffering with addiction and alcoholism. 928-778-0379 www.palgroup.org.
  

• Knee-High Naturalists - Spring 2019, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Highlands Center for Natural History, 1375 S. Walker Road, Prescott. http://highlandscenter.org/knee-high-naturalists/.

Tuesday, April 16

• TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), 7:30 a.m., Open Door Baptist Church, 8451 E. Stevens Drive, Prescott Valley. 928-413-4060.

• Queen of Hearts, 6 p.m., 202 N. Arizona Ave. 928-776-1125; vfw541prescott.org.
  

• Anger Solves Nothing, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Unity Church of Prescott, 145 S. Arizona Ave. MeditationInNorthernArizona.org, 928-637-6232.

• Meditation & Buddhism for Inner Peace, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Unity Church of Prescott, 145 S. Arizona Ave. MeditationInNorthernArizona.org or 928-637-6232.

• Technology Help Hour, Prescott Computer Society, 10 to 11 a.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Bring your own laptop or mobile device or use a library laptop

-Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Leadership, 4 to 5 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Time to stuff eggs for the traditional children's Easter egg hunt. For teens, grades 6-12. Call Jennifer Kendall at 928-777-1518.

• Toddler storytime, 10 to 10:30 a.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Stories, songs and fingerplays with plenty of parent and child interaction. For toddlers and their grownups.

Wednesday, April 17

• Prescott Stamp Club luncheon and meeting, 1 p.m., Palace Restaurant, 120 S Montezuma St. 928-445-1673 or dwayne@yfplan.com. All ages.

• VFW Post 541 Dinner, 4:30 to 7 p.m., 202 N. Arizona Ave, Prescott. 928-776-1125.

• Prescott Military Pilots, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Elks Club, Prescott Valley. 928-848-2742.

• NDE (Near Death Experiences) stories shared and explored, 6:15 to 7:30 p.m., Prescott Public Library, Elsie Room, 215 E. Goodwin St. We will be reviewing NDE accounts as this can bring new meaning and direction to your life. Facilitated by Karl Krumins and friends.

• Water Wednesdays: WaterSmart -- Drop by Drop: Indoor Conservation, noon to 1 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St.

Thursday, April 18

• Reincarnation discussion group, as examined through regression hypnosis, how and why, 6:30 p.m., Wild Iris Coffee Shop. Free, all ages.

• The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Yavapai College freeMunch and Learn workshop Ernest A. Love (Meeting in 4-102), 12:30 to 2 p.m., Prescott Campus. To enroll, call 928-717-7634.

• Genealogy mentor session, Northern Arizona Genealogy Society, 1 to 2 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Register online, at the Ask a Librarian Desk or call 928-777-1526.

• Third Thursday Star Talks: New Horizons Mission to the Pluto System, 6 to 8 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. 928-778-6324.

• Outdoors Explorer Club, 4 to 5 p.m., Prescott Public Library, @15 E. Goodwin St. Paint and decorate pots and planters for container gardening. For children, ages 8-12. Register online,at the Youth Desk or call 928-777-1537.

• Bingo, Adult Center of Prescott, 1280 E. Rosser St.. Doors open 12 p.m., games start 1:30 p.m.

• Celebrate Recovery is a biblical program that helps "regular" people overcome hurts and negative habits to live in freedom with Christ. Follow the Beatitudes with us. Meetings are Thursdays in the American Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall, with "Meet, Greet, & Eat" at 5:30 p.m., followed by worship and teaching at 6 p.m.

Friday, April 19

• Yavapai College Yavapalooza, 4 to 8 p.m. , YC Prescott campus, 1100 E Sheldon St. Prescott, Parking Lot C.

www.yc.edu/yavapalooza.

• Third Friday Chamber Music Series this month offers Schubert, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. All programs are subject to change. 928-778-6965.

• How to prepare the garden for a great harvest of fresh veggies and herbs, 4 to 5 p.m., Watters Garden Center, 1815 Iron Springs Rd., Prescott. Free, all ages. www.wattersgardencenter.com.

• Lap sit Storytime: Bring your baby for some cozy active time on your lap, 9:30 to 10 a.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin Street, Prescott.

• Preschool storytime, 10:30 to 11 a.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St.Stories, songs and fingerplays especially for children, ages 3-5, and their grownups. Siblings are always welcome.

• Conversational Spanish, 10 a.m. to noon, Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin Street, Prescott. Basic Spanish skills needed.

• Granite Mountain Interagency Hotshot Crew (GMIHC) Learning and Tribute Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Prescott Gateway Mall, #120 (near Dillard’s). www.gmihc19.org. info@gmihc19.org. www.facebook.com/gmihc19. (Fri & Sat.)

• Touchmark Trekkers Walking Group, 7 a.m., Touchmark Health & Fitness Club, 3150 Touchmark Blvd., Prescott. This walking group is open to the public.

Saturday, April 20

• Cruise in for the Veterans 8th annual Cars Show fundraiser, Yavapai College.

• The Prescott Farmers Market, 10 a.m., Prescott High School, 1050 Ruth St. www.prescottfarmersmarket.org, through May 4.

• Under the Tuscan Sun Fashion Show and Luncheon hosted by The Republican Women of Prescott, 11a.m. to 2 p.m., Prescott Resort & Conference Center 1500 E. Highway 69, Prescott. Cost is $50 per person. Proceeds help fund the RWOP scholarship program. For tickets, call Rhonda Clark, 805-279-9369 harpo6@verizon.net or Sue Davis, 352-262-5890.

• Family storytime, 11 to 11:30 a.m., Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. Stories, songs and activities for the whole family.

• Learn which native plants are best for your garden, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Watters Garden Center, 1815 Iron Springs Rd., Prescott. Free, all ages. www.wattersgardencenter.com.
  

• Caldecott Books and Art for Kids, 11 a.m. to noon, Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. All registered children will receive a copy of the book. For children, grades K-2. Register online at the Youth Desk or call 928-777-1537.

• Granite Mountain Interagency Hotshot Crew (GMIHC) Learning and Tribute Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Prescott Gateway Mall, #120 (near Dillard’s). www.gmihc19.org. info@gmihc19.org. www.facebook.com/gmihc19. (Fri & Sat.)

• Touchmark Trekkers beginning hiking club, 8 a.m., Touchmark Health & Fitness Club, 3150 Touchmark Blvd., Prescott. RSVP to this free event at 928-632-7800.

• Docent-led tours of the Phippen Museum, Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Included with admission, no reservations necessary

Sunday, April 21

• Bingo, Adult Center of Prescott, 1280 E. Rosser St. Doors open 12 p.m., games start 1:30 p.m.

Monday, April 22

• PAL, Parents of Addicted Loved Ones, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Alliance Bible Church, 2601 W. Iron Springs Road, Prescott. PAL provides hope through education and support to parents of loved ones who are suffering with addiction and alcoholism. 928-778-0379 www.palgroup.org.
  

• Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Support Group, 3 to 4:45 p.m., United Methodist Church, 505 W. Gurley St., Douglas Room.