A handy guide for Music, Art + Culture this week in Bisbee, Arizona
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ARTEMIZIA FOUNDATION: Museum / Gallery of contemporary, graffiti & street art. Open Thurs/Fri/Sat/Sun 11am – 4pm. Experience works by Banksy, Warhol, Swoon, Kusama, Shepard Fairey, Judy Chicago. Collection of 700 works by 100 artists from 40 countries. Featuring a 50-50 ratio female to male artists: www.ArtemiziaFoundation.org
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Tuesday Dec 5
A CRAFT GROUP is at Electric Brewing Co. Bring knitting, crocheting, quilting, beading, etc. 1 pm weekly
PAINT PARTY BY LAURIE ANN at the Table 5 – 8 pm. All materials supplied. Register 520 508-3713
LIT TUESDAYS with MIKE MONTOYA at Hitching Post 6:30-ish – 9:30-ish pm – show up to play a song or just relax and listen. Today marks the 2 year anniversary so come in and celebrate.
WHISKEY LICKERS, Bisbee’s jug-less jug band have a “pop up” show at the Bisbee Grand 6 – 8 pm https://sptfy.com/whiskeylickers
Weds Dec 6
OPEN STUDIO ART at the Senior Center every Weds 9 am – all mediums. BYO supplies and easel
LEATHER TOOLING at the Senior Center every Weds 12:30 – 2 pm
Copper Queen Library presents a screening of BARBIE at the Lowell High School Auditorium 6 pm 100 Old Douglas Road
JAM NIGHT Bisbee Grand 6-10ish – bring your ax, sticks, and picks, and play with a gaggle of Bisbee’s best musicians but players of all levels are welcome and encouraged to sign up for a 15-minute/3 song slot. Full drum kit, keyboard, and amp backline (usually a guitar and bass you can borrow, too).
POOL TOURNAMENT every Weds 7 pm Hitching Post.
SPANISH LANGUAGE GROUP meets at Electric Brewing 4 – 6 pm
“Who Sang That?” with Darcy and Dash at St Elmo 7 pm. Guess the artist on the jukebox, win a prize.
Thursday Dec 7
DILLON SPURLIN. Bisbee Grand 7 pm
POETRY OPEN MIC at Room 4 Bar/Silver King Hotel 7 pm – come say hi and share some poetry
BOWLING FOR DILDOS St Elmo 9-11 pm – a Bisbee tradition
MIKE MONTOYA at Copper Queen 3 – 6 pm
Mule Mountain Trio with Timothy Dick, Steve Peavey, and Evan Hubbard playing old-school country covers and originals St Elmo 2-4 pm
Friday Dec 8
SCOTT MUHLEMAN AND BECA REYES play an eclectic mix of acoustic favorites at The Copper Queen 2:30 – 5 pm
MELISSA REAVES brings her powerful, soulful voice to Bisbee Social Club (BSC) 9 – midnight https://www.melissareaves.com/
Joshua Tree’s JESSIKA VON RABBIT with bassist LEE JOSEPH at the Quarry 8 pm. She’s a mass of contradictions in the most glorious way with influence that touch on everything from ’80s MTV pop to ’70s tie-dye psychedelia. https://sptfy.com/jessikavonrabbit
“Rebel Folk” from GARRY BLACKCHILD Hitching Post 8 pm https://sptfy.com/garryblackchild
CHAD WEST TRIO rock the Bisbee Grand 8 – 11 pm www.chadwestmusic.com
KARAOKE WITH MIKE at Electric Brewing 6 pm
Saturday Dec 9
Bisbee Saturday Market 9-1 pm in Warren Vista Park live classical guitar from KURT HAUSER while you shop and chitchat with Bisbee locals. Cochise Harm Reduction is hosting a coat/blanket/sleeping bag drive happening until December 23 so bring your warmth items to the park!
CHESS CLUB on break until the new year.
A VINTAGE CHRISTMAS CONCERT, PINUP CONTEST, AND BALLGAME at Warren Ballpark 10 am – 4 pm. Arizona Music Connection has teamed up with Friends of Warren Ballpark to put on a mega event that supports “Christmas on the Vista.” Festivities at the ballpark include 2 games between the Higley Haymakers and Bisbee Black Sox, the “Miss Vintage Christmas” Pinup Contest, live music from Arizona Music Connection, Vintage best dressed awards for attendees and we announce the winner of the house decorating contest. Afterwards head to the park to meet for the architecture walking tour or hang on the Vista and eat a po boy courtesy of Po’ Boys to Geaux. “Walking in a Warren Wonderland”, the interactive Christmas light stroll through the neighborhood, caps the day off from 5 to 7.
10 am Gates 10:30 – 12 Game 1 12:00 – 12:30 live music by DC & COMPANY 12:30 -1 pinup contest 1:00 – 2:30 Game 2 2:30 – 3 live music by JOHN LINDLAND 3 – 3:30 raffle prizes and crowning 3:30 – 4 pm BHS band and choir
Be sure to come to the Life drawing pop up show at Central School Project. Opening reception is Saturday Dec 9, 2-6. The pop up continues through Sunday with gallery open 11-4. From Jan Searle: “Life Drawing Pop up Show. This weekend at Central School Project. A dozen artists, a few models and a lot of drawings. Come see what we’ve been up to in studio #10 this past year. Here are a few of my twenty minute poses.”
The Quarry presents Eddie Spaghetti (of the Supersuckers) and Metal Marty 8 pm https://sptfy.com/eddiespaghetti https://sptfy.com/metalmarty
Local author LEAH MUELLER at Bisbee Books & Music 11 am – 5 pm. She has been nominated for Pushcart and Best of the Net. Leah’s flash piece, “Land of Eternal Thirst” appears in the 2022 edition of Best Small Fictions. Her two newest books are “The Failure of Photography” (Garden Party Press, 2023) and “Widow’s Fire” (Alien Buddha Press, 2023). She is a freelance reporter for the Herald-Review, writing about Bisbee art and music events. Website: http://www.leahmueller.org.
OUT OF THE BLUE perform jazz, funk, psychedelic, and blues every Saturday at Bisbee Social Club 2 – 5 pm
LOS AMIGOS play their “friend”-ly mix of classic rock and Latin covers at Copper Queen 2 – 5 pm 2nd and 4th Saturdays
It’s time for the Bisbee After 5 Artwalk this Saturday in Old Bisbee! Lots of shops and galleries are open, with great holiday ideas. Come by for some refreshments and good company. Shops are open until 7-8pm. CHRISTA LEIGH perfors Christmas favorites 5 – 7 pm at the Gallery on 40 Main St. For more information, check our Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/bisbeeafter5
THE STEVE MORAMARCO CONSPIRACY play original music with memorable lyrics and catchy tunes. Songwriter of “Satan, Lend Me a Dollar” featured on Showtime series Weeds https://sptfy.com/NcVS 1 – 4 pm Bisbee Coffee Company Stage with special gust SIBERON!
Blues from CATDADDY Bisbee Grand 8-11 pm
St Elmo 9 – 2 am band TBA
2nd Annual CHRISTMAS AFTER DARK Hitching Post 8 pm with vendors – performances by BIRD, TIANYA MILAGRO, AIDEN SWALLOW, COVER GHUOLS, SIMON SPENCER, photos with Krampus, local’s art market.
ONE GHOST rock the BSC 9 – midnight with originals and classic rock/new wave covers oneghost.bandcamp.com/follow_me
MAHAVIA play Flamenco and Spanish music with powerful vocals www.mahavia.com Room 4 Bar in Silver King Hotel 7-10 pm
BUCKY MILLS plays country-folk style covers from the 1960’s through today’s hits at Electric Brewing 2 – 5 pm
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Sunday Dec 10
ECSTATIC DANCE 10:30am warm up 11am start. It’s movement for your soul!
In Bisbee, we dance like no one is watching… cuz no one is! All ages welcome! Kilimanjahro Arts Center aka Club K (2nd and 4th Sunday)
Kafka Coffeehouse 10 am – noon live world music often featuring members of Juniper Djinn and/or Mahavia
GERRY BUTTERWICK brings his 12-string and Americana set list to The Bisbee Coffee Company Stage www.gerrybutterwick.bandcamp.com 11 am – 1 pm
Bisbee Hall-of-famer and member of The Flock TS HENRY WEBB plays the Thirsty Lizard 1 – 4 pm https://www.reverbnation.com/tshenrywebb
The Quarry presents Thelma and the Sleaze (Nashville) and Volk at 5pm https://sptfy.com/thelmaandthesleaze https://sptfy.com/volk1
CAROLYN TORONTO’S SONGWRITER SHOWCASE 6 pm Hitching Post – get there early to sign up for a slot! This month’s prompt is “Illusions of Love” – write a song on the them and you could win $20.
“Rebel Folk” from GARRY BLACKCHILD Electric Brewing 2 – 4 pm https://sptfy.com/garryblackchild
BISBEE BADASS BITCHES CALENDAR RELEASE PARTY St Elmo 1 – 3 pm – $20 for the calendar with some proceeds going to Bisbee Animal Shelter and Homeless Coalition
DAMMIT DAN and MISS ANNA conduct “Church” at St Elmo 2:30 pm
THE PANTHER BAND talented family playing originals and blues/classic rock covers Bisbee Grand 3 – 6 pm https://thepantherband.bandcamp.com/album/marching-toward-the-dust
COMEDY OPEN MIC Chuckleheads 8 pm – make us laugh, won’t you? Winner of audience award gets $10 prize
Monday Dec 11
OPEN MIC AND PIZZA/POTUCK at St. John’s Church 19 Sowles Ave 6 – 9 pm
OPEN MIC returns to St Elmo! 7 pm Hosted by Shantih Nicechops, one lucky performer wins what’s in the tip jar!
Manic Mondays – 50 cent wings and $5 Margaritas at the Bisbee Grand!
This Week in Bisbee Additional Sponsors:
THE COPPER PIG … a neighborhood eatery
Sunday thru Wednesday 5 pm – 8 pm reservations required | 520-432-9970 | 412 Arizona St. Visit www.thecopperpigbisbee.com for menu
Room 4 Bar 43 Brewery Ave, “Arizona’s smallest bar” up the steep staircase in The Silver King Hotel (520) 432-3723 Live music on the patio (or indoors if raining). Drink specials. Locals night Thursday, discount with Bisbee ID.
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This Week in Bisbee Useful Links
More City Events including Copper Queen Library education and wellness events for adults and kids: https://www.bisbeeaz.gov/2351/Events
For a complete list of Senior Center activities email activities@bisbeeseniors.org
For science-related events and activities visit www.bisbeesciencelab.org
Discover Bisbee Arizona – the official website of Bisbee with Queen Mine tour and reservations: https://www.discoverbisbee.com/
Bisbee Enclave: Online directory of businesses in Bisbee: https://bisbeeenclave.com/
Forever Bisbee Blog: https://foreverbisbee.com/
Bisbee Wire – Bisbee financials, left-leaning politics http://bisbeewire.com/
Health & Wellness
Visit the website for all things related to mind, body, and spirit: https://thisweekinbisbee.com/health-wellness-listings/
ETC
Grand re-opening of the Carrick Hotel (formerly Gym Club Suites) Thursday Dec 7 2 pm. Ribbon cutting, tours, refreshments. PET FASHION SHOW at the Carrick Hotel Dec Sunday Dec 10 3 pm. Complimentary chili will be served to keep you warm and toasty. Let’s celebrate the holiday season in style with our adorable companions!
Arizona Firefighter Athletics’ third annual Toys for Tacos is happening December 9th at Los Tachos 1335 S Naco Hwy 11 am – 5 pm – donate a new unwrapped toy, get a ticket for 2 free tacos.
Lonnie Mitchell’s dance lessons have moved to the Covenant Presbyterian Church Annex. We will have social dancing after the lessons in West Coast Swing and Salsa. Only $5 per person. More info: 480 586 5961.
Do-it-yourself Oven Building workshop combining the strength of brick and the economy of cob (clay and sand). Led by David Neufeld of True Brick Ovens (Truebrickovens.com). The workshop will take place on December 9 and 10th from 9 am to 3 PM. Participants must attend the entire workshop. Fee $60. Contact northstarstoneworks@gmail.com or text 207-650-3978 for details on registration and location.
Pottery lessons wheel throwing and hand building in Warren $120 3 Groups available Clay sculpture class $150 NO experience needed. Space is limited – scholarships available – email bisbeepotteryonthemountain@gmail.com
Nick Mueller offers private chess lessons for individuals and groups via Cascade Tutoring – cascadecochise@gmail.com for more info
Shuttle service call Leeza (520) 366 – 6909 serving all of Bisbee
Copper City Shuttle & Food Delivery in Old Bisbee 520 559 – 5304
The Bisbee Rotary Club is looking for new members! Feel free to join us at one of our meetings to get to know our club. The Bisbee Rotary Club meets the first and third Thursday of the month at 5:15pm at the VFW, 1326 Highway 92. Come learn about how the Bisbee Rotary Club works to improve our community, while having fun! For more info, contact sherrielmorgan@gmail.com
Have a tune in your head? Steve Moramarco will help you turn it into a song. One on one songwriting lessons email moremarkable67@gmail.com
Thanks for reading! Don’t forget to tune into the Bargain Bin Ballyhoo on KBRP radio 96.1 FM or kbrpradio.com Tuesdays from 12 – 2 pm and rebroadcast Saturdays 9 – 11 pm
Venues – all in Bisbee AZ 85603 unless noted
American Legion Post #16 1422 HWY 92 (520) 366-4558
Artemizia Foundation: Museum / Gallery of contemporary, graffiti & street art. Open Thurs/Fri/Sat/Sun 11 to 4. Works by Banksy, Kusama etc. 818 Tombstone Canyon. www.ArtemiziaFoundation.org
Bisbee Books & Music 2 Main St. in the Civic Center building
(520) 353-4009
Bisbee Coffee Company 2 Copper Queen Plaza – music in the courtyard (520) 432-7879
Bisbee Grand Hotel 61 Main St 520-432-5900 Live music, full bar, and great food in a friendly, comfortable atmosphere. https://www.bisbeegrandhotel.com
Bisbee Hatchet House 34B Brewery Ave (520) 220-9462 https://bisbeehatchethouse.com/
Bisbee Senior Center 300 Collins Rd. (520) 432-2167 events not just for members or seniors
Bisbee Social Club (BSC) 67B Main St 520-366-3898 “Speakeasy” style bar with DJ, pool table, and live music 21 and up www.bisbeesocialclub.com
Bisbee Saturday Market Warren Vista Park https://bisbeesaturdaymarket.com/
Central School Project 43 Howell Ave (520) 432-4866 https://www.centralschoolproject.org/
Chuckleheads 41 Brewery Ave – Matt Becker’s bar featuring music, standup, and other random events. Ask him to show you a card trick. https://www.chuckleheadsaz.com/ 21 and up
Club Kilimanjahro aka Club K 33 Subway St unique event space at the top of a long flight of stairs
Copper Queen 11 Howell Ave (520) 432-2216 Arizona’s oldest hotel has full bar and food plus live music inside or on the patio https://www.copperqueen.com/
The Courtyard 18 Brewery Ave (917) 664-8353
Dot’s Diner 1 Old Douglas Road (520) 432-1112 retro diner at the Shady Dell Vintage Trailer park https://www.theshadydell.com/dotsevents
Electric Brewing 1326 W Hwy 92 (520) 800-4210 The first microbrew in Arizona, run by one of the original owner’s disciples. Also has non-alcoholic drinks on tap. www.electricbrewing.com
Hitching Post 316 Pirrung (520) 432-2836 Bakerville/Warren’s newest hotspot with music and events almost 7 days. a week. You can also get legally “hitched” by Shantih or Katie. www.hitchingpostbisbee.com
Kafka Coffee 31 Subway St.
Poco Market 15 Main St. (520) 314-5929
Room 4 Bar 43 Brewery Ave, “Arizona’s smallest bar” up the steep staircase in The Silver King Hotel (520) 432-3723
Screaming Banshee Pizza 200 Tombstone Canyon 520) 432-1300 https://www.facebook.com/ScreamingBansheePizza/
St. Elmo 36 Brewery ave (520) 432-5578 – since 1902 oldest bar in Arizona, locals’ favorite watering hole 21 and up
The Thirsty Lizard 5838 W. Double Adobe Road Bisbee, AZ 85617 (520) 221-7776
https://www.studiostargazer.org/lizard Roadhouse Food, Drinks & Atmosphere.
Event Venue-space
Quarry 40 Brewery Ave (520) 366-6868 Winner of many “Best of Bisbee” awards, locally sourced food with many vegan options https://www.facebook.com/the.quarry.bisbee
Vulcan Pottery 120-3 Naco Rd (760) 668-6609
This Week in Bisbee Person of the Week!
Heather Lynn Andrews is Tourism Director/ VC Manager at City of Bisbee where she greets visitors at the Visitor’s Center in the Copper Queen Mine Tour building. She also runs the Discover Bisbee website and Facebook page. Drop in to say hello and tell her you saw her in TWIB!