APRIL 4 * FRIDAY * COUNTRY WESTERN DANCE

By popular demand we will once again be entertained by David Sloan and Western Bred, the legendary country band we’ve come to enjoy on a regular basis. Prepare to hear your favorite country hits, and your personal requests are welcomed.

The evening will begin with a one-hour Arizona Two-Step lesson from 6-7 pm, followed by dancing from 7-10 pm Snacks and soft drinks are welcome
$12 pp Limit 4/ Doors open at 5:30 pm/ Cash Bar available. Dancing 7-10 pm/ Sonoran Plaza, Kiva Ballroom.

Tickets on sale beginning Friday January 31, 2025 to Dance Club members only from 9 am to 6 pm at scgdanceclub.org.

Tickets available to Grand residents beginning February 3-7 only at the Activities Office.

Tickets available to all beginning February 8 at livegrandaz.com or the Activities office during regular business hours. There is a limit of 4 tickets per person.

APRIL 7 * MONDAY * GRAND TRIP
Springtime on the Verde Canyon Railroad

The Verde Canyon Railroad offers us an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Verde Canyon from the comfort of a fully restored, slow-rolling vintage FP7 locomotive—one of only 10 remaining in North America. This four-hour excursion takes us on a 20-mile journey through 100 years of history. We’ll view ancient Sinagua Indian ruins in towering cliffs and travel sturdy trestles and bridges—built over 100 years ago. We’ll roll through a 680-foot tunnel that was blasted out of solid rock—the tunnel enveloping passengers in total darkness before the train rolls back into the Arizona sunshine. The confluence of high desert and wetland in the Verde Canyon creates a remarkable habitat for wildlife and waterfowl. Rich with native flora & fauna, our journey will be heart-stopping early April, with springtime in full bloom! All seats are FIRST CLASS. We’ll enjoy spacious living room-style seating, near panoramic windows. Other amenities include a champagne toast upon boarding, full-service cash bars, table service and pre-packaged complimentary appetizers. We’ll arrive early to the depot and enjoy a light lunch, on self, prior to boarding the train.
TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE OR IN THE ACTIVITIES OFFICE Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
$260/pp contact Kindred Tours for times and pick-up location 480-497-2478

APRIL 11 • FRIDAY • GRAND TRIP
BARLEENS SEASON’S BEST VARIETY SHOW

This is our Super Show and runs the last week of March and the first few weeks of April. It features the highlights of the season as selected by our audiences as absolutely the best of the season.
Arrive at Bus pickup location by 4pm – bus will depart between 4-4:30pm

$80/pp 4 p.m. Sonoran Plaza Parking area Bus departs between 4-4:30 pm

APRIL 15 * TUESDAY * GRAND TRIP
Desert to Tall Pines & Bruzzi Vineyard

Join us for an incredible springtime ride on the seventy-six-mile Desert to Tall Pines Scenic Byway, following Highway 288 from Globe to the tiny town of Young, Arizona. This area, known by cowboys as “the high lonesome,” was made famous by the Pleasant Valley War of the 1880’s—an Arizona sheep war between two feuding families—the cattle-herding Grahams and the sheep-herding Tewksburys. Today the journey to Young, Arizona is one of the most famous drives in the state, offering spectacular views of Roosevelt Lake and the Sierra Ancha Mountains. In addition to the scenery and fascinating history, Young is home to the first winery in Gila County—Bruzzi Vineyard. We’ll enjoy a flight of six wines and a hearty Italian-style sandwich luncheon, included.
TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE OR IN THE ACTIVITIES OFFICE Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
$144/pp contact Kindred Tours for times and pick-up location 480-497-2478

APRIL 18 * FRIDAY * GRAND CABARET
IVAN PECEL, Making Juggling Tolerable

As funny as a stand up comic and as skilled as a Chinese acrobat, there is NO comedy juggler with the same chops as Ivan working today. With appearances on MTV, Comedy Central, America’s Got Talent, and the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Ivan is one of the most sought after acts in the country. If you didn’t love his art form before his show, you will after, or at least tolerate it!
$28/pp Doors Open 6:30pm, Cash Bar available Performance 7pm Sonoran Plaza, Kiva Ballroom

APRIL 19 * SATURDAY * ROCK & SWING DANCE

Time for our Spring Fling featuring the popular Thaddeus Rose. Celebrate the Spring season with family and friends by dancing to your favorites from the 50’s through the 2000’s.
Snacks and soft drinks welcome.
$12 pp Limit 4/ Doors open at 6:30 pm/ Cash Bar available. Dancing 7-10 pm/ Sonoran Plaza, Kiva Ballroom

Tickets on sale beginning Friday January 31, 2025 to Dance Club members only from 9 am to 6 pm at scgdanceclub.org.

Tickets available to Grand residents beginning February 3-7 only at the Activities Office.

Tickets available to all beginning February 8 at livegrandaz.com or the Activities office during regular business hours. There is a limit of 4 tickets per person.

APRIL 28 • MONDAY • GRAND EVENT
Mixology Class – Summer Drinks

A new and fun event will begin this Spring. The first session we will focus on fun summer drinks! The class will include instruction, 3-4 tastings of craft cocktails and then a ticket for 1 House Happy Hour Drink to use after the session is completed. The event will be held on the beautiful patio at Maple & Rye with Sabi as the instructor.
$40/pp 3-4pm Maple & Rye

MAY 2 • FRIDAY • GRAND TRIP
Jersey Boys at Phoenix Theatre – EVENING PERFORMANCE

Are you ready to be transported back to the gritty streets of the sizzling 1960s rock ‘n’ roll scene? Jersey Boys, the Tony, Grammy, and Olivier Award-winning musical sensation, takes you on an energizing jukebox journey, tracing the meteoric rise of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons from blue-collar obscurity to the dizzying heights of pop superstardom. As their remarkable doo-wop harmonies ricochet from New Jersey to the bright lights of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, you’ll experience the internal struggles, personal triumphs, and defining moments that solidified their legendary status — both on stage and off. Punctuated by a setlist of instantly recognizable hits like “Sherry,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” Jersey Boys pays reverent tribute to the remarkable story behind the music that defined an era, delivering an electrifying spectacle that will leave you feeling like a star reborn. This evening performance will be presented on the Main Stage in the beautiful Hormel Theatre, where we’ve scored fabulous seats—front and center! We’ll also enjoy dinner, on self, at the iconic Miracle Mile Deli, prior to arriving at the theatre.
TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE OR IN THE ACTIVITIES OFFICE Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
$152/pp contact Kindred Tours for times and pick-up location 480-497-2478

MAY 11 • SUNDAY • GRAND TRIP
Mother’s Day Brunch & the Sedona Scenic Byways

Nestled into hundreds of acres of ponderosa pine forest, Little America Hotel has been a Flagstaff landmark since 1952. Mother’s Day Brunches at Little America are legendary! We’ll enjoy an incredible spread of made-to-order omelets, Belgian waffles, assorted crepes, fresh fruit and salads, savory carving stations, seafood selections and more, including bottomless mimosas, champagne and bloody Marys. Later we’ll explore the charming streets of historic downtown Flagstaff before settling back into the Transits to travel south on Arizona 89A—a 14-mile stretch of high-country switchbacks, with stops along the way at dramatic overlooks. Rated a Top 5 Most Scenic Drive by Rand McNally, the Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Road is spectacular during the spring season! And if that’s not enough, Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Road turns onto the Red Rock Scenic Byway, Arizona’s first All-American Road. Often called “The Museum Without Walls,” the Red Rock Scenic Byway in Sedona, Arizona is visited by tourists from around the world. It cannot be overstated how fortunate we are that these two breathtaking scenic byways are just a hop-skip-and-a-jump away from the Valley, and ours to enjoy with every changing season!
TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE OR IN THE ACTIVITIES OFFICE Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
$199/pp contact Kindred Tours for times and pick-up location 480-497-2478

May 16 & 17 • FRIDAY & SATURDAY• MUSIC CLUB
LIVE AT CIMARRON featuring BobCat

Bob Patnaude and Dave Lavallee of The CBD Project are going forward as a duo under the new moniker: BobCat
You will hear new songs and old favorites played on acoustic, electric and resonator guitar and even some banjo (just a bit). Some of the styles/artists they feature include Lyle Lovett, Jerry Jeff Walker, the Allman brothers, Buck Owens, Tom Petty, Jason Isbell and even some originals.
For more information contact Dave Lavallee (309) 397-3680.

YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS FANTASTIC EVENING OF MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT!

$5 pp; Open Seating
6:00 p.m. Cash Bar/Doors open
7:00 p.m. Performance
Cimarron Center

Tickets are also available at the Grand Activities Desk (open M-F 8am – 4pm)

JUNE 14 * SATURDAY * GRAND CONCERT
Garth Live – The #1 Tribute to Garth Brooks

Step into the world of Garth Brooks as you’ve never seen before, with Drew Baloh channeling the legendary icon in a way that will leave you questioning if you’re witnessing the real deal. From his signature cowboy hat to that unmistakable voice, Baloh’s resemblance to Garth Brooks is uncanny, and he’s ready to take you on a musical journey like no other. Feel the excitement as the lights dim and the music kicks in, launching you into a time when 90’s country music ruled the airwaves. GARTH LIVE! is a high-energy showcase of Garth Brooks’ greatest hits, including the iconic “Friends in Low Places,” the thunderous “The Thunder Rolls,” the heart-wrenching “The Dance,” and the rollicking “Ain’t Goin’ Down (til the Sun Comes Up).” But that’s just the beginning – the show is packed with countless other chart-toppers and fan favorites that will have you singing along all night long. Relive the magic of Garth’s earliest hits and experience the electric atmosphere of his legendary “Live in Central Park” performance. With stunning visuals, expert musicianship, and Drew Baloh’s incredible talent, GARTH LIVE! will transport you to a time when country music was at its peak. Whether you’re a die-hard Garth Brooks fan or simply love great music, GARTH LIVE! promises a night of entertainment that is second to none. So dust off your cowboy boots, grab your friends, and get ready to dance, sing, and celebrate the timeless music of Garth Brooks in a show that is as close to the real thing as it gets. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this unforgettable country music experience!
$28/pp Doors Open 6:30pm, Cash Bar available Performance 7pm Sonoran Plaza, Kiva Ballroom