A handy guide for Music, Art + Culture events & things to do this week in Bisbee, Arizona
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Tuesday October 1
A CRAFT GROUP is at Electric Brewing Co. Bring knitting, crocheting, quilting, beading, etc. 1 pm weekly
AMELIA DOLL performs for Taco Tuesdays at Los Hermanos 6 – 9 pm https://spoti.fi/48q6kXZ
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 October 2
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
SPANISH LANGUAGE GROUP meets at Electric Brewing 4 – 6 pm
SHORT NOTICE (David Dean, Derek Dickson & guests) play every Weds 3 – 6 pm Gene’s Place followed ADAM GAFNEY 7 pm
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 20-minute slot. Full drum kit, keyboard, and amp backline (usually a guitar and bass you can borrow, too).
Thursday October 3
TONKY HONK (Timothy Dick, Sam Panther, Mikey DeCosta, Evan Hubbard) Thursday at St. Elmo 2 – 4:30
BECA REYES and SCOTT MUHLEMAN play an eclectic selection of acoustic tunes every Thursday at Gene’s Place 3 – 6 pm followed by a CELTIC JAM hosted by The Rooks
“Family Day” at Thirsty Lizard with KID’S KARAOKE 6:30 – 7:30 and STARGAZER KARAOKE 8 – 11 pm
“Folk Rock Bitten by the South” from ASTRA KELLY Bisbee Grand 7 – 10 pm http://www.astrakelly.com/
JOHNNY ROCKIT & FRIENDS ACOUSTIC at Gay 90s Bar 3856 S Towner Ave, Naco, AZ 7 pm
CRAZY PONY KARAOKE Hitching Post 7 pm
BOWLING FOR DILDOS St Elmo 9-11 pm – a Bisbee tradition
Friday October 4
“Locals Day” at Thirsty Lizard with OPEN JAM 2 – 6 pm
MATT FELIX plays originals and covers Copper Queen 5 – 8 pm
KARAOKE at Electric Brewing 6 pm
MELISSA REEVES, TIMOTHY DICK, PHILLIP BYNOE, SAM PANTHER lay down some powerful grooves at Dots’ Diner/The Shady Dell 6 pm
“Folk Rock Bitten by the South” from ASTRA KELLY Hitching Post 8 pm http://www.astrakelly.com/
MAGGHIE O’SHEA performs originals and covers on her ukelele 8 pm on the patio of Room 4 Bar in the Silver King Hotel
ONE GHOST rock the Bisbee Grand with originals and classic rock/new wave covers 8 – 11 pm https://spoti.fi/3SinPnH
Noise from the Sonoran desert from BIG CITY SLEEP https://spoti.fi/4gPwx7o, CMG, MIKE MONTOYA Gene’s Place 7 pm
Rock from RADIO Bisbee Social Club (BSC) 9 – midnight
Saturday October 5
Bisbee Saturday Market 9-1 pm in Warren Vista Park live music from THE PANTHER BAND while you shop and chitchat with Bisbee locals.
CHESS CLUB meets every Saturday 10 am – noon at Copper Queen Library. All levels welcome, boards and pieces provided.
PEDAL POWER FESTIVAL benefit for Bisbee Bikeways 11 am – 9pm Oldfield Oasis 5288 N Lead Stra – see Featured Listing at the top
Tournament style Texas hold ’em poker game weekly on Saturdays at 1 pm. $10 buy in. Come have some fun 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
The one-woman powerhouse that is SABRINA SOLO THIRSTY LIZARD 2 – 5 pm https://spoti.fi/3HSFs8b
Bisbee Hall-of-famer and member of The Flock TS HENRY WEBB plays Los Hermanos noon – 3 pm https://www.reverbnation.com/tshenrywebb
COYOTE JOE Copper Queen Hotel 3 – 6 pm
CHALAKO THE BAND play Latin and rock classics and originals at St Elmo 9 — 12 bring your dancing shoes https://www.reverbnation.com/Chalako/videos
Americana from BROOKS FORSYTH Bisbee Grand 3 – 6 pm https://spoti.fi/3XNPDm1
Local heroes THE EXBATS about to embark on US tour with BYSMYTH (Sabrina Solo’s band with boyfriend Justin) Bisbee Grand 8-11 pm https://spoti.fi/3Rgpmdj
Trivia with THE LOLLY BOMBS Hitching Post 6 pm
Sing-a-long with CHRISTA LEIGH Gene’s Place 3pm
DJ CHRIS ASKEY Bisbee Social Club (BSC) 9 – midnight
FIESTA DE VINOS at Dot’s Diner/The Shady Dell 5 – 9 pm Music by SANTA PACHITA $20/advance $30/ door includes 10 wine tastings and entry to show. https://spoti.fi/4dvlHRg Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fiesta-de-vinos-tickets-1007978901027?aff=efbevent
TINA AND HER PONY acoustic indie folk music from Asheville, NC with powerful vocals and a lot of heart 8 pm The Quarry https://spoti.fi/3N5BsUq followed by WITCH SYNDICATE, heavy rock/electronica from MN 10:30 pm
AMELIA DOLL https://spoti.fi/48q6kXZ captures the raw decadence of emotion, through unique lyricism and strong rhythm guitar. on the patio at Room 4 Bar in Silver King Hotel 8 – 11 pm (moves inside if raining)
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Sunday October 6
Pool Tournaments starting at 11AM-2PM • Kids, Learn How to Shoot Pool with Grannie Sue from 3-5PM Thirsty Lizard
MAGGHIE O’SHEA performs originals and covers on her ukelele at the newly re-opened Los Hermanos (formerly Contessa’s Cantina) noon – 2 pm
Portrait drawing @object.hotel at 29 Main Street 12:30 – 2 pm. $10, we have some easels and a table but please bring you own supplies.
THE IRREGULARS Hitching Post 3 pm
MIKE MONTOYA plays jazzy pop originals and fun covers at Gene’s Place 3 pm https://spoti.fi/3ygGFod
“Folk Rock Bitten by the South” from ASTRA KELLY Electric Brewing 2 – 4 pm http://www.astrakelly.com/
Bluesy, funky originals from AXIS AVAE https://yukukubaji.bandcamp.com/ plus “dream country disco” from MEGAN DIANA Bisbee Grand 2 – 5 pm
Comedy open mic at Chuckleheads 8 pm – make us laugh, won’t you? Winner of audience award gets $10 prize
Monday October 7
Manic Mondays at the Bisbee Grand $1 wings $5 margaritas
DRUM CIRCLE at Gallery at 40 main on break until Sept 9
OPEN JAM AND PIZZA/POTUCK at St. John’s Church 19 Sowles Ave 6 – 9 pm
OPEN MIC at St Elmo. 7 pm Hosted by Shantih Nicechops, one lucky performer wins what’s in the tip jar!
LOWDOWN BRASS BAND hip-hop/funk from Chicago plus swampy voodoo from SONORAN STONE TOADS Hitching Post 7 pm $10 https://hitchingpostbisbee.com/product/lowdown-brass-band/
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
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
Johnny Rockit’s Guitar Bazaar offering affordable expert guitar repair and setups by appointment only. 480-431-4602 https://guitarbazaar.net
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Pedal Power Festival lineup
Oldfield Oasis 5288 N Lead Stra
Morning Emcees- Tamala Turtle/Carolyn/Adam 11 to 4pm
The Rooks 11:00 to 11:45
Fatigo 12 to 12:45
Moramarco 1 to 1:30
Maggie O Shea 1:45 to 2:15
Us Too 2:30 to 3
Sonoran Stone Toads 3:15 to 4
Loco Mundi 4 to 4:45
Afternoon Emcee- Carl Stetter/Whiskey Lickers
Kayla Von Der Heide 5 to 5:30
Melissa Reeves 5:45 to 6:30
Christa Leigh 6:45 to 7:15
Amelia Doll 7:15 to 7:45
Carolyn Toronto and Tamela Turtle 8 to 8:30
Whiskey Lickers 8:30 to close
Coming Soon Flyers
Also Coming Soon:
Bisbee Art Walk is second Saturday of every month 5 – 8 pm various galleries around town
Bisbee Plein Air Festival Oct 10 – 13 https://www.centralschoolproject.org/plein-air-festival
Bisbee 1000 stair climb/race October 19 https://www.bisbee1000.org/
B.R.A.T.S. Parade October 26 https://www.bisbeebrats.com/
Mariachi Festival November 2 http://bisbeemariachifestival.com/
Sidepony Express Music Festival November 9 https://www.facebook.com/sideponyexpress
Bisbee Woman’s Club Home Tour and Art, Chairs and More Auction November 29 & 30 https://www.bisbeewomansclub.com/home-tour-chair-auction
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] They need to raise $34,599 by October 31st
Bisbee Monthly Calendar Section https://thisweekinbisbee.com/monthly-bisbee-event-calendars/
Health & Wellness, Beauty: https://thisweekinbisbee.com/health-wellness-listings/
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MONSTERS WANTED! Are you a big fan of all things Halloween? Do you enjoy being the cause of oodles of wet pants? Actors for all positions are invited to share your excitement and wish to participate by writing to Henry at: milehighranchaz@gmail.com He will answer all of your questions and talk about opportunities to get involved.
Join us for an unforgettable night under the stars with AstroTours.org! Our Arizona Astronomy Tour takes place at the Millville Petroglyph and Discovery Trailhead, just outside Bisbee. No hiking required – simply sit back and enjoy a two-hour guided stargazing experience led by a professional astronomer. Explore planets, constellations, nebulae, and galaxies in some of the darkest skies in the region. Perfect for all ages! Learn more and book your tour at AstroTours.org/az
Petition to Save Lowell Buildings from Abandonment and demolition. Freeport MacMoRan has canceled the leases of multiple tenants with the plans on abandoning these functioning and historic buildings. We call on Freeport to designate, protect, maintain or sell historic properties throughout Bisbee that are Brick and Mortar, Steel Headframes, Concentrators, and other landmark mining structures that make Bisbee a unique historic destination where the public learns about this history of copper mining in Arizona. https://www.change.org/p/save-americana-historic-lowell-district-in-jeopardy
Bisbee Community Chorus (BCC) is rehearsing musical programs for a Christmas Singalong on Dec. 7, winter concerts on Dec. 14 and 15, and several other community events. Check TWIB for details as they evolve. BCC info: http:/www.bisbeechorus.org
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)|
Hi everyone, I’m on a committee at Bisbee High School that is called the “Sunshine Committee.” We’ve decided to give our staff some positive encouragement through celebrating birthdays, accomplishments, and just all-around cheer. One of our teachers has been putting $10 of her own money in birthday cards that we all sign, but I think it would be better to give gift cards/certificates to local Bisbee businesses. If you would like to support our endeavor to make our staff feel appreciated, please do! I would be happy to come to you to pick up anything you’d like to donate, or you could drop something at the school for the “Sunshine Committee.” Thank you! Amy Brett My school email is abrett@busd.k12.az.us
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.
Good day! My name is Jon aka The “Bisbee Music Man” I am a instrument tutor and performer. I am reaching out in search of wind instruments (woodwinds and brass) that have been gathering dust in your storage. Willing to purchase or except as a donation. These instruments will be loaned to students for summer tutoring and practice. Any offers please feel free to connect me via “The “Bisbee Music Man”” Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558654217630
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
Thanks for reading! Don’t forget to tune into What’s New?! on KBRP radio 96.1 FM or kbrpradio.com Tuesdays from 12 – 2 pm and rebroadcast Fridays 1 – 3 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 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 and other days
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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