Rock ’n’ Roll with Larry Roberts
Join former Nashville recording artist Larry Roberts at the Desert Foothills Library, where he will be performing rock'n'roll hits of the 50s, including DooWop, Twist, and Rockabilly, and learn about how the golden era of rock'n'roll still influences music today. Free. Registration required. 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 2 p.m. 480-488-2286; desertfoothillslibrary.org
Plein Air Paint Out
Head to Red Rock Country to have fun watching 17+ artists create at L'Auberge de Sedona. Trolley runs 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. continuously from the Sedona Arts Center to L'Auberge and back. At 11 a.m., brushes will be set down and paintings are brought to the Creek House lawn for judges to award prizes. Free....
Tacos & Brews at Cartwright’s
It’s the first installment of Cartwright’s Cookouts! June’s cookout will be Tacos & Brews with Chef George Alatriste, Chef Tamara Stanger, and Chef Kurtis Purdy, featuring Helio Basin Brewery and Pillsbury Wines with Sam Pillsbury. $35. Cartwright’s Modern Cuisine, 6710 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 6:30 p.m. 480-488-8031; cartwrightsmoderncuisine.com
Desert Nights Theater
Roll-out your picnic blanket at Desert Botanical Gardens and enjoy the movie “Grease” on the big screen beneath the desert night sky. Before the movie starts, watch JesterZ Improv Comedy and participate in fun movie-related activities. Purchase a bite to eat and a yummy drink while you sit back and watch your favorite stars in...
Science with a Twist
Grab your shorts and tank tops for 21+ adult summer beach-themed Science With A Twist at the Arizona Science Center. Sip Sex on the Beach cocktails, catch a laser show and groove to the summer beats with your friends. Special talk by CAP Project at 7 p.m. Free for members; $12 non-members. Children not allowed. 600 E....
Art Party at el Pedregal
The Gallery at el Pedregal will host its monthly Art Party to celebrate the current installation before the new rotation appears June 22. Free. The Gallery at el Pedregal, 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., 2nd Floor, Scottsdale. 1–4 p.m. 480-575-6658; sonoranartsleague.org
Birds’n’Beer
Join the Audubon Society for lively, entertaining presentations about birds, wildlife and conservation in a happy-hour style environment. Featuring local craft beer and wine. Light snacks complimentary; free admission. 3131 S. Central Ave., Phoenix. 5:30 –7:30 pm. 602-468-6470; az.audubon.org
C(her)ish
A dance production like you've never seen before, "C(her)ish" takes a deep look into poverty, abuse and sickness around the world, and a look at what might change if we cherish and empower our young girls to have ideas, knowledge, power and a voice. $15 presale; $20–$25. Virginia G. Piper Theater, 7380 E. 2nd St.,...
Museum Yoga
Rooted Community Yoga Project hosts a guided yoga practice at the Heard Museum. All levels welcome. Learn about the museum, practice yoga and have fun! Registration is required. $10, includes museum admission. 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 9:30 a.m. 602-252-8840; heard.org
Cowboys Don’t Do Lunch Book Launch Party
In the 1980s, former Carefree resident Herb Cohen traversed the streets of Cave Creek with a camera and a smile, capturing the town at a time in history when cowboys got dirty and beatniks and bikers lived and worked side-by-side. “Cowboys Don’t Do Lunch: The Photographs of Herb Cohen” was created with much care by...