53 steals and deals for the new year

The Republic | azcentral.com 7:57 p.m. MST January 2, 2015

(Photo: Jessie Wardarski /The Republic, Jessie Wardarski/The Republic)

With the new year comes more chances to save on a variety of goods and services, from movies to running shoes to antiques to food and beveridges.

Herberger Lunch Time Theater

Instead of watching pet videos or perusing Buzzfeed during lunch, soak up some culture for just $6. The Herberger Theater Center showcases the work of emerging companies three times a week, and you can bring your own lunch or pre-order a meal from the caterer. Each show is 45 minutes. You can also get a preview of each week's performance the Monday night of opening week.

Details: Doors open at 11:40 a.m., shows start at 12:10 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays for $6. Preview is 7 p.m. on Monday nights, with $3 admission. Check calendar for exact dates. Kax Stage, Herberger Theater Center, southeastern corner of Van Buren and Third streets. 602-252-8497, herbergertheater.org.

— Kellie Hwang

$2 movies on Tuesdays

Pollack Tempe Cinemas offers second-run movies for $3 a ticket — $2 on Tuesdays. That alone is a steal. But throw in the autographed posters, stand-up figures and other memorabilia in the lobby and it's kind of like a quick visit to a movie museum. That, and "Guardians of the Galaxy" for 2 bucks, makes it worth the trip.

Details: 1825 E. Elliot Road, Tempe. 480-345-6461, pollacktempecinemas.com

— Bill Goodykoontz

Two weeks of yoga

The Desert Healing Arts Center in Phoenix is offering a first-time-student introductory special: unlimited yoga for two weeks for $29. There also is a 15 percent discount for additional class packages purchased before the two-week unlimited pass expires.

Details: 3232 N. 20th St., Phoenix. desertsongyoga.com.

— Bob Young

Phoenix Film Festival discount tickets

"Belle," which starred Gugu Mbatha-Raw (left, with Sarah Gadon) in the title role, also screened at last year's Phoenix Film Festival.(Photo: David Appelby)

The Phoenix Film Festival's reputation as a favorite among filmmakers is growing, and it's a great place to catch movies before the buzz begins. (The festival screened "Boyhood" months before it opened in theaters.) The festival doesn't start till March 26, but if you act fast, you can get a deal on passes. Until Wednesday, Jan. 7, VIP passes are going for $169.18 instead of the usual $250; festival passes are $85.08 (usually $125); and flex passes are $27.90 (usually $40). But don't delay.

Details: Harkins Scottsdale 101, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix. 602-955-6444, phoenixfilmfestival.com.

— Bill Goodykoontz

Wine Wednesday at Zappone's

This Italian restaurant in Gilbert has meal specials most days of the week, but we're fans of Wine Wednesday, when all bottled wine is half-off from open to close. On Mondays and Tuesdays from 4-9 p.m., spaghetti and meatballs with a house salad is $5.99 and house wine is $5. On Thursdays, buy one pizza and get 50 percent off the second.

Details: 1652 N. Higley Road, Gilbert. 480-218-2338, zapponesbistro.com.

— Jennifer McClellan

'Dvorak Serenade'

The Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts is offering half-price tickets to the next concert in its popular Close Encounters With Music series. Baritone Mischa Bouvier is featured in a program that highlights the Czech Romantic composer Antonín Dvořák, including "Gypsy Songs," "Biblical Songs" and selections from the opera "Rusalka." Use the promo code AZREP50 when ordering from Jan. 4 through Jan. 27.

Details: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St. $19; $29; $39 (before discount). 480-499-8587, scottsdaleperformingarts.org.

— Kerry Lengel

Skillet sale

Buy a new skillet at Sur la Table, then learn how to use it in a cooking class.(Photo: Emmanuel Lozano/The Republic)

Get cooking and save on Sur la Table's hard anodized, non-stick and dishwasher-safe skillets. A set of two has been reduced from $59.99 to $47.96.

Details: Kierland Commons, Scottsdale Road and Greenway Parkway, Phoenix, 480-998-0118. 7131 W. Ray Road, Chandler, 480-893-0660. surlatable.com.

— Karen Fernau

Tour and 10 percent off at Four Peaks Brewing Co.

Take a tour of the brewing facility at the original Four Peaks location in Tempe. Voted TravelChannel.com's favorite craft brewery in the country, Four Peaks will offer tours at 10:30 a.m. and noon Saturdays. They last about 40 minutes and include two free 16-ounce beers. Afterward, guests get a 10 percent discount on Four Peaks merchandise and packaged beers. Must be 21 or older to attend. Admission, $10, is limited to 15 people, and closed-toed shoes are required.

Details: 1340 E. Eighth St., Tempe. 480-303-9967, fourpeaks.com/tours.

— Jennifer McClellan

Free admission at home show

Get some great ideas for your yard and garden at the Maricopa County Home & Garden Show.(Photo: Maricopa County Home Shows, Maricopa County Home Shows)

The Maricopa County Home & Garden Show in Phoenix is offering several admission deals. Current military members and people with a birthday in January get a free three-day admission, and everyone can get in free from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16. To get the three-day deal, members of the military must bring their military identification, and a valid ID is required for those with January birthdays.

Details: Jan. 16-18. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Arizona state fairgrounds, 19th Avenue and McDowell Road, Phoenix. maricopacountyhomeshows.com.

— Betty Reid

Running shoes

iRun, a running specialty store that's especially popular with trail runners, will have a large selection of road- and trail-running shoes marked down 30 to 50 percent on Friday through Sunday, Jan. 2-4. Located in the Arcadia Plaza, iRun is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Details: 4730 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. irunshop.com.

— Bob Young

Haggle With Kimber

Music lovers are invited to the courtyard of Stinkweeds Records to bargain directly with owner Kimber Lanning over the price of any vinyl records on display outside. Lanning has owned Stinkweeds since 1987, so it's pretty much impossible to pull one over on her. But you can try.

Details: Noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 4. 12 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602-248-9461, stinkweeds.com.

— Megan Finnerty

Drink specials at FilmBar

Drinking not only is allowed at FilmBar in downtown Phoenix, it's expected.(Photo: Jim Louvau/Special for azcentral.com, Jim Louvau/Special for azcentral.com)

In addition to having one of the most eclectic lineups of movies in metro Phoenix (selections range from "Free the Nipple" to "The Blues Brothers," and that's just in one week), FilmBar also offers drink specials. Monday through Thursday, you can get a movie ticket and a 16-ounce glass of draft beer (or glass of wine) for $12. And on Wine Wednesdays, glasses of wine are $5; to-go bottles are half off. Cheers.

Details: 815 N. Second St., Phoenix. 602-595-9187, thefilmbarphx.com.

— Bill Goodykoontz

Arizona-resident special at Miraval

Arizona residents can decompress for less at Miraval near Tucson.(Photo: Miraval)

The wellness resort north of Tucson offers Arizona residents 15 percent off its inclusive package. The package include $150 nightly resort credit for the spa or other services, fitness activities, classes, meals, snacks and smoothies. Package rates vary by date and length of stay. The lowest rates are offered in the summer. Arizona identification is required.

Details: 800-232-3969, miraval.com.

— Dawn Gilbertson

Free kids pasta meals

At NYPD Pizza restaurants, kids 10 or younger can eat for free Wednesdays and Sundays after 4 p.m. Get one free kids meal with the purchase of a small pizza, pasta entree, hero or large salad in the restaurant. Or, get two free kids meals for every medium, large or Sicilian pizza ordered. Kids meals, which come with a beverage and ice-cream sundae, include pizza bites, ravioli, spaghetti with meatball or marinara or macaroni and cheese.

Details: aznypdpizza.com.

— Kara G. Morrison

Rare Earth

The band was was one of the most successful all-White acts affiliated with the Motown label. Longtime members Gil Bridges (sax and flute) and Ray Monette (guitar) add authenticity to the group, whose biggest hits include "I Just Want to Celebrate" (1971) and "Get Ready" and "(I Know) I'm Losing You," both from 1970 and both covers of tunes recorded by the Temptations.

Details: 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21. Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino Resort, 15406 Maricopa Road, Ak-Chin Reservation. Free. 480-802-5000, harrahsakchin.com.

— Randy Cordova

ZooLights Value Ticket

Admission is discounted on the final week of ZooLights. Witness nearly 4 million lights strung in trees, across animal, insect and magical creature armatures, and Music in Motion shows around the lagoon. Also featured are carousel, camel and wagon rides, Jengo the Talking Giraffe and Tortuga the Talking Galapagos Tortoise, and the Stingray Bay touch tank. Discounts apply Jan. 4 through 11.

Details: 5:30-10:30 p.m. nightly through Sunday, Jan. 11. Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Parkway. $10 for members; $12 for general admission (normally $16 and $18, respectively). 602-286-3800, phoenixzoo.org.

— Kellie Hwang

Free Snowbowl lodging

The slopes are mere feet away when you stay at the Snowbowl Ski Lift Lodge.(Photo: Snowbowl)

Purchase one $62 all-day adult lift ticket and up to four guests can stay in Snowbowl's Ski Lift Lodge — the closest accommodation to the slopes — for free Jan. 4 through 8. Some restrictions apply. Available on new reservations only. Must be used the night before or on the day of full-day lift ticket. Not available in suite or Clark Gable units.

Details: Reservations, 928-774-0729; arizonasnowbowl.com.

— Bob Young

Free art-museum admission

Many of the Valley's top museums offer free admission times year round. The Phoenix Art Museum has free entry from 3 to 9 p.m. on Wednesdays and 6 to 10 p.m. on First Fridays. The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art offers free admission all day on Thursdays, and free after 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. The Heard Museum is free on first Fridays during its Native + You events. There are also plenty of museums that are free every day, including the ASU Art Museum, the Arizona Museum of Natural History and the Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum.

Details: Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave. 602-257-1880, phxart.org. Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, 7380 E. Second St. 480-874-4666, smoca.org. Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 602-252-8840, heard.org.

— Kellie Hwang

Discounts at Union Shops

At Biltmore Fashion Park, most of the 15 locally owned men's, women's, children's and home boutiques and restaurants that make up the Union Shops are offering 10 to 50 percent off select items through Saturday, Jan. 10. As part of its once-a-year sale, For the People, a chic gift and home-accessories store, is offering 50 percent off all holiday decor, and up to 20 percent off other home items. Forge Pizza will give 10 percent off to all customers who mention this story.

Details: Biltmore Fashion Park, 24th Street and Camelback Road, Phoenix. shopbiltmore.com.

— Megan Finnerty

Airfare deal alerts

If cheap flights are your thing, bookmark TheFlightDeal.com or like the site's Facebook page. Airfare and other travel specials, many of them only available for a limited time, are published daily. Just before Christmas, one of the deals featured flights from Phoenix to Costa Rica on Delta Air Lines for $337 round trip for January travel.

Details: theflightdeal.com, facebook.com/theflightdeal.

— Dawn Gilbertson

Yucca Tap Room

The drinks are cheap, it's free to get in and music plays most nights at the Yucca Tap Room in Tempe.(Photo: David Kadlubowski/The Republic)

There's never a cover at the Yucca Tap Room, a destination venue for discerning fans of rock and roll played with the reckless abandon of punk. And your savings don't end when you walk through the door without paying admission. The drinks are priced to sell, especially if you drink Pabst Blue Ribbon in the can.

Details: 29 W. Southern Ave., Tempe. 480-967-4777, yuccatap.com.

— Ed Masley

Lost Leaf

There's never a cover at the Lost Leaf, either. This beer and wine bar/gallery doesn't even need a sign out front — unless you count the little neon "open" sign — to pack the hipsters in for seven nights of music every week, running the gamut from indie to jazz to existentialist polka to a tribute band called the Mutant Beatles Experiment. It's just off Roosevelt Street, around the corner from Modified Arts, which means a lot of regulars discovered the Lost Leaf during a First Friday art walk.

Details: 914 N. Fifth St., Phoenix. 602-258-0014, thelostleaf.org.

— Ed Masley

Half-off pizzas

Humble Pie, a chain of six pizza eateries in metro Phoenix, is celebrating its seventh anniversary by offering half-price pizzas on Tuesday, Jan. 20.

Details: Locations in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Peoria and Glendale. humblepieusa.com.

— Karen Fernau

Popcorn and soda at the movies

Free popcorn and $1.50 drinks at the movies? Yes, at Harkins Theatres. You pay something up front, of course: $25 for a T-shirt and $5.25 for a cup. From then on, the discounts and freebies roll in. (What's funny is how many people don't even open the shrink-wrapped shirts and wear them — they just bring them in and show them to the cashier.)

Details: Available at all Harkins Theatres.

— Bill Goodykoontz

Free shows at Crescent Ballroom

Most nights, there's a cover. But if you check the Crescent website, you'll find plenty of opportunities to hear live music and/or DJs spinning pre-recorded music at no charge. The no-cover Motown on Mondays promises DJs Tricky T, Pickster One and M2 spinning exclusive remixes, originals and close relatives of your favorite Motown songs. And Saturday shows are bookended by free events — Flamenco por la Vida in the lounge at 6 p.m. and Sean Watson spinning records after every show at 11:30 p.m.

Details: 308 N. Second Ave., Phoenix. 602-716-2222, crescentphx.com.

— Ed Masley

'Get Waisted' with dance

Work off those Christmas tamales by spiffing up your dance skills at Nabers in Chandler. From 6:30-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 7, free line-dancing lessons will be given, followed by 30 minutes of free swing-dancing lessons. The band Trailer Queen provides the music, and a special menu featuring healthful dishes and $5 whiskey drinks will be offered.

Details: Nabers, 825 N. 54th St., Chandler. 480-705-0288, nabersaz.com.

— Randy Cordova

Frame sale

Keep your New Year's resolution to finally put up the family photos, kids' artwork and more. During January, Aaron Brothers Art & Framing stores host its 1-cent sale, where all wall and photo frames and art canvases are one cent when you buy one of equal or greater value at full price. You also can buy keepsake boxes that both display and store kids artwork beautifully.

Details: aaronbrothers.com.

— Kara G. Morrison

Free symphony orchestra show

Members of the Chandler Symphony Orchestra, which was formed in 1993 as the San Marcos Symphony, choose some of their favorite pieces in "Musicians' Choice." The group performs under conductor Jack Herriman and associate conductor Alex Zheng.

Details: 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10. Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave. Free. 480-782-2680, chandlersymphony.net.

— Randy Cordova

Mountainside Fitness

The fitness chain, with 10 locations around the Valley, is offering a 10-day free introductory pass that includes unlimited training, unlimited child care, two personal-training sessions, one studio fitness-passport class and one semiprivate personal-training session.

Details: mountainsidefitness.com/10daypass.aspx.

— Bob Young

Free lunch at Foosia

Get a free bowl on Foosia's first anniversary, Jan. 13.(Photo: Allison H., via Yelp)

Foosia, a locally owned fast-casual restaurant in Scottsdale, will mark its first anniversary Tuesday, Jan. 13. To celebrate, it's giving away one free bowl to everyone who comes into the restaurant from 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. that day. Guests can build their bowl by choosing either rice or noodles as a base, then adding protein, vegetables and sauce. No purchase necessary.

Details: 13610 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-389-1520, foosiafresh.com.

— Jennifer McClellan

Free tickets for a year

If you have eclectic taste in entertainment, then FILLASEAT Phoenix could save you hundreds of dollars on date nights. For an annual membership fee of $90 per couple, the website gives you access to free tickets to live performances and sporting events that don't sell out. So, no, you won't snag ducats to see Kid Rock at the Birds Nest, but you'll see daily offers for rock concerts, theater, the symphony and the ballet. And many of those events are pretty pricey — just one or two would pay for the annual sign-up.

Details: fillaseatphoenix.com.

— Kerry Lengel

Foghat for free

The British blues-rock outfit behind "Slow Ride" and "Third Time Lucky (First Time I Was a Fool)" is still on the road, even though drummer Roger Earl is the only original member still on board.

Details: 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10. Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino Resort, 15406 Maricopa Road, Ak-Chin Reservation. Free. 480-802-5000, harrahsakchin.com.

— Randy Cordova

Celebration of Fine Art and Arizona Fine Art Expo

Watch artists at work at the Arizona Fine Art Expo in north Scottsdale.(Photo: Murphy Bannerman/The Republic)

Two competing white tents are going up in mid-January in north Scottsdale: the Celebration of Fine Art and the Arizona Fine Art Expo. Both feature sculpture gardens, cafes and more than 100 artist studios creating art before visitors' eyes. Both also feature tickets good for the entire series runs.

Details: Celebration of Fine Art: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily, Saturday, Jan. 17, through Sunday, March 29. Southwestern corner of Hayden Road and Loop 101. $10; $8 for military and senior citizens. Tickets are good for the entire season. 480-443-7695, celebrateart.com. Arizona Fine Art Expo: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily, Friday, Jan. 16, through Sunday, March 29. 26540 N. Scottsdale Road. $10; $8 for military and senior citizens. Tickets are good for the entire season. 480-837-7163, arizonafineartexpo.com.

— Kellie Hwang

Free Swedish meatballs

At Ikea in Tempe, kids 12 or younger eat free on Tuesdays. Kids combo meals normally are $2.99 and include chicken strips, macaroni and cheese or Swedish meatballs.

Details: Interstate 10 and Warner Road. 888-888-4532, ikea-usa.com.

— Kara G. Morrison

IMS Arizona Marathon Entry

With a new course that runs through Luke Air Force Base, the IMS Arizona Marathon on Sunday, Feb. 15, already is one of the best running deals around. It's also offering $10 off entry to the full or half marathon and $5 off entry to the 5K event. For the full or half marathon, use the promo code RUNIMS10 at registration. For the 5K, use the code RUNIMS5. Offer expires Thursday, Jan. 15.

Details: thearizonamarathon.com.

— Bob Young

Last-minute getaway

Did you forget to reserve that romantic spot for your anniversary/second honeymoon/lost bet? The Lodge at Sedona offers up to a 25 percent discount for last-minute trips. Discount is good for reservations made the same day and up to three days in the future. Based on availability.

Details: 125 Kallof Place, Sedona. lodgeatsedona.com.

— Scott Craven

Drinks are $5 until 5 p.m. daily

At Windsor, Postino Winecafe, Federal Pizza and Joyride Tacos, most drinks are $5 each until 5 p.m. every day. Depending on the location, that includes wines by the glass, cocktails, wine coolers and pitchers of beer.

Details: Visit upwardprojects.com for locations.

— Megan Finnerty

SeaWorld Fun Card

Buy a SeaWorld San Diego Fun Card and you can visit as many times as you like.(Photo: SeaWorld San Diego)

Shamu fans will love SeaWorld San Diego's Fun Card. For the price of a single-day admission ($86; $80 for ages 3-9), travelers can return as many times as they want throughout the year. There are only four blackout dates: May 24, July 3 and 4 and Sept. 6.

Details: seawoldparks.com, click on "San Diego" and "Tickets."

— Dawn Gilbertson

Happy neuter year

Take a look at your dog(s) and/or cat(s). Are they intact? If so, you are risking an unplanned pregnancy, and you do not want to be hanging outside a grocery store trying to give away small animals to strangers. Altered Tails is offering $20 spay and neuter surgeries through January. You must make an appointment, and spots are limited.

Details: Clinic is at 950 W. Hatcher Road, Phoenix. 480-807-1200, 602-943-7729, www.alteredtails.org.

— Scott Craven

Phoenix Marathon Entry

The BMO Harris Bank Phoenix Marathon is offering 10 percent off the full- or half-marathon price. Enter promo code AlohaTSA10 at checkout during registration. After Thursday, Jan. 15, the code also will be good for 10 percent off the 10K-entry fee.

Details: thephoenixmarathon.com.

— Bob Young

Theatre in the Park

Arizona Theatre Company is serving a free sample of its musical comedy "Murder for Two." An off-Broadway hit in New York last year, the zany mystery features two actors playing 14 roles — and the piano as well. At Zazu Pannee in Phoenix, the show's composer, Joe Kinosian, will perform for 30 minutes with co-star Ian Lowe after a happy hour with wine and appetizers.

Details: 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7. Zazu Pannee, 1502 E. Osborn Road, Phoenix. Free, but reservations are recommended; call 602-509-0305. More information: 602-256-6995, arizonatheatre.org.

— Kerry Lengel

Compression garments

ProCompression, maker of compression garments for runners, triathletes and others looking to improve performance and enhance recovery, is offering 40 percent off all compression socks and tights through Saturday, Jan. 31. Use the promotion code AZ15 at checkout when you make online purchases.

Details: procompression.com.

— Bob Young

Norwegian Cruise Line perks

The line is offering perks for travelers who book a five-day or longer cruise by Saturday, Jan. 31. The number of perks offered during the industry's annual Wave Season promotion depends on the destination and type of cabin. Guests who book an ocean-view stateroom or higher to any destination will receive the choice of a dining package, beverage package or $300 in on-board credit. Book an ocean-view stateroom or higher on a Europe or Hawaii cruise and pick two of the offers. Splurge on a suite or plush Haven cabin and get all three offers. The cruise line says the three offers combined are worth up to $2,000.

Details: 866-625-2784, ncl.com.

— Dawn Gilbertson

Book and clothing bargains

Find a forever friend after shopping for resale bargains at the Foothill Animal Rescue Resale Boutique.(Photo: Sun Valley Animal Shelter)

If you love to read, or look great in yellow, visit the Foothill Animal Rescue Resale Boutique. Fill a plastic grocery bag with paperbacks for $2, then swing by the clothes department where anything in yellow is 50 percent off Monday through Sunday, Jan. 5-11 (each week a different color is selected for the sale). And if you're in the mood to pick up a loyal companion, the shelter is behind the shop.

Details: Foothills Animal Rescue, 23030 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale. 480-585-5777, foothillsanimal.org.

— Scott Craven

Free kids meals at Arriba

At Arriba Mexican Grills, children 10 or younger eat for free on Sundays. One kids meal is free with each adult entree. Kids nights also typically include entertainment, such as face painting and balloon animals.

Details: arribamexicangrill.com.

— Kara G. Morrison

Reduced pet-adoption fees

Lifelong companions are on sale — sort of. Maricopa County Animal Care and Control is offering adoption discounts through January. All dogs, as well as kittens 6 months or younger, are $20. Adult cats are free. Fees include spay or neuter, as well as dog licenses. Visit pets at three MCACC facilities: 2630 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Mesa; 2500 S. 27th Ave., Phoenix; and inside PetSmart, 4380 N. Miller Road, Scottsdale.

Details: pets.maricopa.gov.

— Scott Craven

Close-out antiques sale

This portable typewriter was among the finds recently at Antique on Camelback, which has lost its lease.(Photo: Michael McNamara/The Republic)

Antiques on Camelback on Phoenix is offering up to 60 percent off through Saturday, Jan. 31. The landlord recently sold the building and evicted the store and its 35 antiques dealers. Sale items range from furniture to collectibles.

Details: Antiques on Camelback, 4955 N. Seventh Ave., Phoenix. 602-489-7357, antiquesoncamelback.com.

— Karen Fernau

A deal on tumblers

Get a jump on summer and stock up on insulated tumblers at Sweet Basil Gourmetware and Cooking School in Scottsdale. The 16-ounce acrylic tumblers in assorted colors keep drinks cooler longer. A $7.50 tumbler now sells for $4.50.

Details: 10749 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-596-5628, sweetbasilgourmet.com.

— Karen Fernau

Food, beverage credit

Book a stay at the Prescott Resort and Conference Center in January and February and receive a $25 credit for food and beverage. Limited availability, and not valid Monday-Thursday, Jan. 12-15.

Details: www.prescottresort.com.

— Scott Craven

Taco Tuesdays at Joyride Taco House

Tuesdays are a great time for tacos at Joyride Taco House locations in Gilbert and Phoenix.(Photo: Murphy Bannerman/The Republic)

Roll into Joyride Taco House in Phoenix and Gilbert on Tuesdays from 2 p.m. to close, when a selection of tacos, such as pork adobada and crispy fish, are $2 each (usually $3.50-$4.25). Plus, all handmade margaritas are $5 (usually $9). The restaurants recently expanded its happy hour (2-6 p.m. weekdays) offerings, which now include select $2 tacos, $4 guacamole, $6 ceviche and $5 Mexican beer pitchers.

Details: 5202 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-274-8226. 302 N. Gilbert Road, 480-632-8226. joyridetacohouse.com.

— Jennifer McClellan

Piano Winners Weekend

Vadym Kholodenko, the 2013 winner of the prestigious Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, joins the Phoenix Symphony to perform Prokofiev's Piano Concerto No. 2 with guest conductor James Feddeck. The orchestra then hosts the three finalists of the seventh biannual Bösendorfer USASU International Piano Competition, hosted this month by Arizona State University's Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. Use promo code REPUBLICDEALS to get 50 percent off ticket to both concerts.

Details: 602-495-1999, phoenixsymphony.org.

• Kholodenko, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St. $39-$59 (before discount). 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Jan. 9-10, at Symphony Hall, 75 N. Second St., Phoenix. $18-$79.

• Bösendorfer finals, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 11, at Symphony Hall. $11-$19.

— Kerry Lengel

Soap and candle sale

You can find deep discounts on all kinds of great smells at Bath & Body Works locations.(Photo: Tom Tingle/The Republic)

It's semiannual-sale time at Bath & Body Works stores this month. Stock up on hand soaps, candles, home fragrances, lotions and more at up to 75 percent off original prices.

Details: bathandbodyworks.com.

— Kara G. Morrison

Turn cast-offs into cash

If you're into the "new year, new you" spirit, start by cleaning out your closet and heading to the new Buffalo Exchange location on Seventh Street. In the recently remodeled Old School plaza, this shop will offer you cash or a store credit for trendy, in-demand men's and women's clothing, shoes and accessories.

Details: 3450 N. Seventh St., Phoenix. 602-532-0144, buffaloexchange.com.

— Megan Finnerty