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Avant-Garden: World Celebration

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Now - March 22, 2012 | 6 - 9 p.m.
Ullman Terrace

General $18
Member $12


globes-green-200.pngTo wrap up the series, join DJ Miguel Ivery in celebrating world cultures through dance followed by the dynamic world music of Traveler

New this season: Take advantage of this special opportunity to see the Design for a Living World exhibit after hours!

Food & Drink

  • Fabulous Food Fine Catering and Events chef-attended special: Paella - Short Grain Rice, Shrimp, Chorizo, Chicken, Saffron, Tomatoes, Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Red and Yellow Peppers and Fresh Rosemary Served with a Baguette ($13 + tax)
  • Themed drink: Sparkling Cava product of Spain
    Don't forget to check Facebook and Twitter the day of the event for the secret saying!
  • A full cash bar and $6 glasses of house wine will be available all evening.


Entertainment

  • 6 p.m. Doors Open
  • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. DJ Miguel Ivery with World Beats and Dance
    • Dubbed the “Valley’s mixmaster maestro of bossa nova baselines and jazzy globetrotting jams” by the Phoenix New Times, DJ Miguel Ivery lays down unique world beats enhanced by traditional dance performances from around the world. 
    • Dance Line-up:
      •    Stilo Dance Co – Salsa
      •    The Rise Project - Hip-Hop
      •    Soli Belly Dance - Belly Dance
      •    Stilo Dance – Mambo
      •    Axe Folclorico - Samba / Afro
  • 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Traveler 
    • Traveler returns to the Desert Botanical Garden with their captivating multi-ethnic fusion of music. Featuring unique instruments from around the globe and entrancing gypsy violin, Traveler always puts on a remarkable and worldly show.
  • 8:30 - 9 p.m. Continue to enjoy the Design for a Living World exhibit
 

Fine Print

  • Must be 21 or older to attend and must show proper identification to be admitted. No exceptions.
  • Children will not be admitted even if parent or guardian is present.
  • Event programming is subject to change.
  • No outside food, beverage or alcohol may be brought into the Garden.
 

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