A handy guide for Music, Art + Culture events & things to do this week in Bisbee, Arizona
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Tuesday November 26
Industry Day at Bisbee Grand – discounts for all hospitality workers
A Craft Group is at Electric Brewing Bring knitting, crocheting, quilting, beading, etc. 1 pm weekly
Mule Mountain Trio featuring multi-talented musicians Steve Peavey, Timothy Dick, and Evan Hubbard play traditional country Hitching Post 2 – 4:30 pm
LiTuesday at Hitching Post hosted by Mike Montoya – 6-ish to 9 – sign up to perform or just relax and listen
Brian Mullin’s Foolaloof is a Spontaneous Sonic Exotica featuring Lisle Ellis, T.S. Henry Webb, John Cordes, Adam Smolen and Michael Gregory Bisbee Grand 6 – 9 pm.
Free pool at St Elmo
Weds November 27
Open Studio Art at the Senior Center every Weds 9 am – noon all mediums. BYO supplies and easel
Leather Tooling at the Senior Center every Weds 12:30 – 2 pm
Us Too Celebrates “Green Day” at Story Dispensary 1191 S Naco Hwy with a variety of Classic Rock, Country and Blues tunes!!! 11 am – 4 pm
Johnny Rockit plays an acoustic show of classic rock covers and originals at Hitching Post 2 pm
Spanish Language Group meets at Electric Brewing 4 – 6 pm
Short Notice (Derek Dickson & David Dean) play every Weds 3 – 6 pm Gene’s Place followed by FPI (Fatigo Pop-In). Mike Montoya plays quirky original tunes to top off your hump day- a potential “pop-in” by Fatigo band mates is highly probable 7 – 10 pm
Jam Night at the 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 20-minute slot. Full drum kit, keyboard, and amp backline (usually a guitar and bass you can borrow, too).
Thursday November 28 – Thanksgiving Day
Bowling for Dildos at St Elmo 9-11 pm – a Bisbee tradition even on Thanksgiving!
Friendsgiving Potluck at Hitching Post
Friday November 29
Book signing by author Emilie Vardaman and illustrator Beca Reyes at the Warren Peace Cafe 9 – 11 am. Emilie Vardaman is a children’s author based in Bisbee, Arizona. She writes bilingual children’s books, one of which is titled Gramma Takes Me to Bisbee!
Bisbee Women’s Club Home Tour Friday and Saturday 10 am – 4 pm – this year all homes in Old Bisbee! Purchase Tickets Here Proceeds from the Tour benefit various local charitable organizations, provide scholarships for Bisbee High School graduates who pursue higher education and help to fund the maintenance of our historic Clubhouse building. Plus Art Chair Auctions – learn more here
Miss Sosha performs for a Fall Party at Thirsty Lizard 2 – 5 pm
House Royale presents a screening of Ghosts of the Chelsea, stories about the famous NY Hotel 6 pm $5. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ghosts-of-the-chelsea-screening-tickets-1084943819169?aff=oddtdtcreator
Matt Felix plays a wide variety of music, originals and covers Copper Queen Hotel 5 – 8 pm
Karaoke at Electric Brewing 6 pm
Tamela Turtle, Ben Dale, and Dylan Morgan team up for Threnody: Poems of Lamentation at St. John’s Sweet Hall 19 Sowles Ave 7 pm, donations accepted, Tamela has written a new series of poems, and the musical score has been carefully sculpted to her words to create the atmosphere which they can be presented in.
Trivia Night hosted by The Lolly Bombs at Hitching Post 8 pm
Americana from local troubadour Jason Dea West & the Siskiyou Crest along with Aurelia Cohen Bisbee Grand 8 – 11 pm https://spoti.fi/3I9jJIU
Counter Clockwise turn back the hands of time playing classic rock covers with the big voice of Miguel Carillo Bisbee Social Club (BSC) 9 – midnight
Saturday November 30
Bisbee Saturday Market 9-1 pm in Warren Vista Park – celebrate Small Town Holiday Market with music from Locomundi plus, aerialists, stilt walkers and more while you shop and chitchat with Bisbee locals.
Chess Club on break until January
Bisbee Women’s Club Home Tour Friday and Saturday 10 am – 4 pm – this year all homes in Old Bisbee! Purchase Tickets Here Proceeds from the Tour benefit various local charitable organizations, provide scholarships for Bisbee High School graduates who pursue higher education and help to fund the maintenance of our historic Clubhouse building. Plus Art Chair Auctions – learn more here
Tournament style Texas hold ’em poker game weekly on Saturdays at 1 pm. $10 buy in. Come have some fun at Electric Brewing.
1st and 3rd Saturdays. Music by Daragh Vaughn the Piano Man 2 – 5 PM, playing originals and covers, Irish stuff and Rock and Roll. Electric Brewing
Out of the Blue perform jazz, funk, psychedelic, and blues every Saturday at Bisbee Social Club 2 – 5 pm
Pat Gahn’s For the Sake of the Song at the Royale every Saturday at 3 pm. Bisbee-hall-of famer brings his melodic sounds along with musical guests. This week it’s T.S. Henry Webb
Los Amigos play their “friend”-ly mix of classic rock and Latin covers every Saturday in November at Copper Queen 4 – 7 pm
Mike Montoya teams up with trumpeter/folksinger Charlie Bridges at Los Hermanos 4 – 7 pm
Festival of Light in Vista Park 3 – 8 pm. Entertainment, games, food, vendors.
Grand Burlesque presents Holly Jolly Jubilee! Expect costumes, games, prizes, and of course, people taking their clothes off in public! Bisbee Grand 8-11 pm $10 SRO $25 VIP
Chuckleheads presents comedian Ali Musa 8 pm. Ali Musa is an Arab American comedian renowned for his uproarious and relatable comedic style. With a knack for silly and observational humor, he effortlessly weaves hilarious tales about his life, captivating audiences with uproarious anecdotes that range from everyday occurrences to the quirks of his cultural background. Tickets
St Elmo 9 – 1 am band TBA
Hitching Post 8 pm TBA
Gutsy Americana from Taylor Glasheen 7pm Gene’s Place https://spoti.fi/3Omw1kB
Singer/songwriter/accordionist Aurelia Anne Cohen https://spoti.fi/3Ng40KU along with Amelia Doll https://spoti.fi/48q6kXZ at Bisbee Social Club (BSC) 9 – midnight
Beca Reyes & Danielle Panther team up for originals and covers 2- 5 pm followed by ukelele queen Magghie O’Shea and Americana from Kayla Von Der Heide https://spoti.fi/3wV4Rfc on the patio at Room 4 Bar in Silver King Hotel 7-10 pm
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Sunday December 1
Pool Tournaments starting at 11AM-2PM • Kids, Learn How to Shoot Pool with Grannie Sue from 3-5PM Thirsty Lizard
Clothed figure drawing @bisbeedrawingroom at 33 Main Street Sunday 1-2:30 pm. $10, we have some easels and a table but please bring your own supplies. Amelia Doll will be modeling in an incredible outfit.
Hitching Post 2 – 5 pm TBA
Soul Medicine, a new acoustic duo Electric Brewing 2 – 4 pm San Ho Jose Christmas Event 1 – 4 pm with entertainment, vendors, and Santa Paws at San Jose Shopping Center
Bisbee Grand 2 – 5 pm TBA
Comedy open mic at Chuckleheads 8 pm – make us laugh, won’t you? Winner of audience award gets $10 prize
Monday December 2
Manic Mondays at the Bisbee Grand $1 wings $5 margaritas
Drum Circle at Gallery at 40 Main 4 pm
Shoehorn – the legendary tap-dancing saxophone player is back in town for one show only at Gene’s Place 5 pm https://spoti.fi/3Zomv6R
Open Mic at St Elmo. 8 pm Hosted by Shantih Nicechops, one lucky performer wins what’s in the tip jar!
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Bitchin’ Pickins’ Bisbee located in the historic Brewery Gulch is your one-stop shop for vintage and antique clothes, gifts and home goods! Open Thursday through Sunday 10-4 and by appointment, you’ll always find something surprising at Bitchin’ Pickins’! 63 BC Brewery Ave, 360-904-3843
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Also Coming Soon:
Bisbee Art Walk is second Saturday of every month 5 – 8 pm various galleries around town
Bisbee Community Chorus Holiday concerts, Dec. 14 & 15 https://www.bisbeechorus.org/.
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
Bisbee Science Lab www.bisbeesciencelab.org
Discover Bisbee Arizona – the official website of Bisbee https://www.discoverbisbee.com/
Queen Mine tour and reservations: https://www.copperqueenmine.com/
The Bisbee Observer – our local newspaper – subscribe today! https://thebisbeeobserver.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/
Bisbee Bikeways newsletter – https://mailchi.mp/8458a3bc2425/project-update-16196387?e=[UNIQID]
Bisbee Monthly Calendar Section https://thisweekinbisbee.com/monthly-bisbee-event-calendars/
Health & Wellness, Beauty: https://thisweekinbisbee.com/health-wellness-listings/
ETC
Vulcan Pottery is having a blowout sale November 29 until they close December 8. Deep discounts on local art!
The Legion Bar & Grill wants to display YOUR artwork on our walls. We have amazing two story walls and we want to fill it up with all the amazing local art Bisbee has to offer. For more info: https://legionbarandgrill.com/contact-legion-bar-and-grill/
1st & 3rd Thursdays 10a-12p WAM! We are Moms, a community of moms learning and growing together! An opportunity to build your mom tribe with a dedicated two hours of discussion and crafts -with- childcare! And snacks! (for kids AND moms) @ The Community Church of Warren, 201 Arizona St Bisbee (Not a religious group)|
LADIES’ NIGHT CLOTHING EXCHANGE Wednesdays at St Elmo. Come in and trade your old clothes or just pick something out for a donation. Donations will be given to the woman’s shelter in Bisbee.
The Stepping Back in Time Walking Tour with historian Boyd Nicholl will take you through the streets of Bisbee while sharing the community’s history. The tour starts at the Bisbee Mining & Historical Museum building stairs each Saturday at 2:00 pm and is limited to 12 guests. https://bit.ly/BMHMWalkingTours
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.
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
Cochise County Swap meet Sunday of every month 7 am – 3pm Thirsty Lizard “bring your good old fashioned junk” – no vendor fees
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
Venues – all in Bisbee AZ 85603 unless noted
Allen & Co Espresso House – new coffeehouse in a familiar location 31 Subway St #3 (520) 333 – 7970 theallenandco@gmail.com
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 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/Shady Dell 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
Gene’s Place 24 Brewery Ave – new bar in the Gulch located where the original Gene’s Place was located
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 Katie. www.hitchingpostbisbee.com
House Royale (formerly Bisbee Royale) – newly reopened and renovated theater! 94 Main St (520) 353-4369
Jonquil Motel 317 Tombstone Canyon (520) 432-7371 – vintage motel with lots of events in their backyard www.thejonqil.com
Los Hermanos (Formerly Contessa’s Cantina) 202 Tombstone Canyon often has live music for lunch
Room 4 Bar 43 Brewery Ave, “Arizona’s smallest bar” up the steep staircase in The Silver King Hotel (520) 432-3723
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
Warren Peace Cafe 123 Arizona St – new cafe in Warren! www.warrenpeacecafe.com
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