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‘Come Back Buddy’ Concert
District Stage at Desert Ridge Marketplace 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix, AZPLEASE NOTE: We are postponing this week's 'Out & About' Event We have been looking forward to attending the 'Come Back Buddy' Concert this Friday at Desert Ridge, but are concerned about it being outdoors with the cold weather we're now experiencing. The temperature at 6 p.m. Friday is currently projected at only about 50…
T for Two – Valentine’s Cabaret
Paradise Valley United Methodist Church 4455 East Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, United StatesAn Evening with Sally Jo Bannow and Steve Hilderbrand PVUMC Free Community Concert Series When we think about love, especially at this time of year, often it’s tied to hearts and flowers and romance. Love, however, can be expressed in a multitude of ways. Join us for an evening that celebrates love in the many…
Life Saving Sunday
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesWhen someone suffers from cardiac arrest, quick action by bystanders with CPR knowledge can increase the survival rate of the victim by 80%. Sadly, national statistics show that only 15-30% of cardiac arrest victims receive bystander CPR, primarily because people aren’t trained to provide it. That’s why we’re bringing in Lori Schmidt from the Scottsdale…
‘Out & About’ with Comedian Michael Palascak
House of Comedy 5350 E. High Street, #105, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesDeadline to purchase tickets: Tuesday, February 28 Join Rev. Richard Maraj at the House of Comedy for an uproarious show by comedian Michael Palascak, whose likability allows him to relate to his audences in a real way, which sets up the huge laughs he gets from his sharp, personal material. Usually operating on a “first…
Celebrate Rev. Maraj’s 60th Birthday!
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United States“End-of-His-50s” Sock Hop (Featuring the 50’s Rock-and-Roll Band, “COME BACK BUDDY”) We’re ready to celebrate good times, so please join us at our rockin’ 50’s Sock Hop featuring 50’s rock-n-roll music! Join us on the Event Lawn to: • Celebrate with Rev. Maraj as we mark his 60th birthday! • Dance the day away to…
“Respect” The Musical – Black Theatre Troupe
Phoenix Black Theatre Troupe 1333 E Washington St., Phoenix, AZ, United StatesDeadline to purchase tickets: Extended to March 16. Join Rev. Richard Maraj as we go "Out and About" to see "Respect: The Musical" (by Dorothy Marcic) perfromed by the Black Theatre Troupe! Combining excerpts from over 60 songs with women’s personal stories about realizing dreams, loves won and lost, and battering against glass ceilings, "Respect"…
Join Us for Easter Services!
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesEaster Sunday Services - "RISE" Sunday, April 9 Sunrise Service: 6am (Event Lawn) Additional Outdoor Service: 7:30am (Event Lawn) Indoor Services: 9am and 11am (Sanctuary) Join us for Easter Services when Rev. Richard Maraj wraps up his Lenten series with the Easter message: "RISE"! The resurrection of Jesus is the ultimate demonstration that God is…
Blood Drive
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesPlease Sign Up to Donate Blood! Sign Ups: Sundays, April 16 and 23 Blood Donation Day: Sunday, April 30 • 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bloodmobile (gravel parking lot south of Admin building) Donating blood saves 12,000 lives a day. But people these days aren’t giving like the generations before them, so we encourage all…
‘Van Gogh & Vino’ Painting Party
Creative Color Art Studio 8300 N Hayden Suite, A100, Scottsdale, AZRegardless of your artistic ability, you’ll LOVE this special and unique painting experience at the Creative Color Art Studio. It’s the perfect way to socialize and have a great time creating community and art together! A skilled (and patient!) art instructor will help each of us find our inner Picasso as we all create the…
Playback Theatre (A ‘Unity Out & About Event)
Peoria Center for the Performing Arts 10580 N. 83rd Drive, Peoria, AZ, United StatesDeadline to purchase: May 18 Join Rev. Richard Maraj for this innovative, improvisational performance (featuring our own Sally Jo Bannow!) in which members of the audience tell true stories from their lives and then watch the stories be brought to artistic life by the ensemble of actors and musicians. Weaving improvised scenes with music, movement,…
“Out & About” – Phoenix Mercury Game
Footprint Center 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesOur monthly “Out and About” events are on hiatus over the summer, but be sure to purchase your ticket NOW to join Rev. Maraj when we resume our outings in September with a trip to the Phoenix Mercury’s final game of the season! Tickets: $30 (Deadline to purchase: July 31) Join Rev. Maraj to cheer…
Understanding and Healing Your Grief – FREE Introductory Class
Online via ZOOM AZRegister for this FREE Introductory class, which provides an overview of the scope and curriculum of the 7-week grief workshop, “Understanding and Healing Your Grief.” Afterward, if you believe the workshop is right for you, there will be an opportunity to register for the full Workshop.
‘Out & About’ – Butterfly Wonderland
Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesDeadline to purchase tickets: Friday, Oct. 6 Join Rev. Maraj to explore the rainforest in the largest butterfly conservatory in the country! We’ll start with a 14-minute 3D movie about monarch butterflies and their migration. Then, we’ll see the emergency gallery, where butterflies and moths emerge from their chrysalises and cocoons. Our butterfly journey will…
‘Out & About’ – Tour of the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)
Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, United States(The museum is open until 5 p.m. if you wish to stay and explore after the tour) Join Rev. Richard Maraj as we take a guided tour through the MIM, which features a collection of more than 7,500 instruments from over 200 countries. The galleries reflect the rich diversity and history of many world cultures,…
70th Anniversary Celebration
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesJoin us as we give “cheers for the years” as we celebrate the 70th Anniversary of Unity of Phoenix and the 25th Anniversary of Our Beautiful Campus -Dance to rockin’ 50’s music performed by the band, “Come Back Buddy” -Enjoy fresh-grilled hamburger, hot dog or veggie burger meals for $5 -Purchase raffle tickets for a…
Thanksgiving Eve Service
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesThe first service we held on our current campus was on Thanksgiving 25 years ago! Come celebrate the holiday and our many years as a ministry. We hope that everyone who was at that first service comes back this year so we can all connect and come together to celebrate and share our gratitude for…
Special Service of Remembrance
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesJoin with our spiritual family for a healing message of life, hope and love during this special service that honors the lives and legacy of our loved ones who have passed.
‘Out & About’ – The Nutcracker
Symphony Hall 75 N. 2nd Street, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesOUR TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT! Join Rev. Richard Maraj to experience the joy and wonder of the holiday season with Ib Anderson’s “The Nutcracker” masterfully performed by Ballet Arizona and The Phoenix Symphony! Follow Clara’s wintry adventures as she battles mischievous mice and charms the Sugar Plum Fairy. Whether this is your first Nutcracker or…
Pre-Super Bowl Tailgate Party
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesPlease join us for our annual “Pre-Super Bowl Tailgate Party!” We’ll have plenty of fun for everyone, regardless of whether you’re a football fan! Show your support of your favorite team by wearing your jersey or other fan gear; Enjoy a tasty pizza meal (a slice and a beverage for only $3); Hang out and…
Out & About – Tour of the Earth & Space Expedition Center
Earth and Space Expedition Center 17835 N. 44th Street, Phoenix, United StatesJoin Rev. Maraj for a cool look into space! First we’ll explore the museum’s space and Sun exhibits. Then we’ll move on to the halls of astronauts and space exploration, which include displays on the upcoming Artemis missions; a scale model of the solar system; and a cool display of meteorites on loan from ASU.…
Friendship Sunday Celebration
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesBring your friends and family to enjoy a fun celebration! Rev. Richard Maraj will be kicking off a new "Songs of Life" series on this day, and the talk for the day will be Taylor Swift's "Shake It Off." After each service, we'll be "shaking it up" in the Courtyard with a celebration featuring: Lots…
Out & About – ‘Beautiful’ at Phoenix Theatre (Friday Evening Performance)
The Phoenix Theatre CompanySOLD OUT! Join Rev. Richard Maraj for this delightful "jukebox" musical featuring the songs of Carole King! From young songwriter to Rock and Roll Hall of Famer… are you ready to feel the earth move with the incredible true story? Before Carole King became one of the most successful solo artists in popular music, she…
Out & About – ‘Beautiful’ at Phoenix Theatre (Sunday Matinee Performance)
Phoenix Theatre 1825 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesSOLD OUT! Join Rev. and Mary Scott for this delightful "jukebox" musical featuring the songs of Carole King! From young songwriter to Rock and Roll Hall of Famer… are you ready to feel the earth move with the incredible true story? Before Carole King became one of the most successful solo artists in popular music,…
Donate Blood at Our Blood Drive!
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesDid you know that one in 83 moms needs a blood transfusion after giving birth? Show your support by donating at our blood drive on April 28, and you’ll get a chance to win one of 83 gift cards worth $83 each! Donating blood saves 12,000 lives a day. Over 700 blood donors are needed…
Unity Basics
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesExplore Unity’s history, and the ideas, beliefs and philosophies of the founders who formed this stream of spiritual thought. Though this class is required for membership at Unity of Phoenix, it is a fabulous fundamental course for anyone interested in learning more about Unity.