Plein Air Paint Out

Summer mornings have never been more wonderful than at a plein air paint out in Sedona! See artists at work as they create their own interpretations of the same scene. Meet artists and enjoy the view! Free. L’Auberge, 301 Little Ln., Sedona. 8–11:30 a.m. Trolley available from Sedona Arts Center 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Free

Beatles: From Liverpool to Abbey Road

Teens 12 and up are invited to come to Desert Foothills Library to follow The Beatles from their early days in Liverpool and Hamburg into the excitement of Beatlemania and finally to their remarkable final recordings at Abbey Road. Please register. 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. Noon to 4 p.m. 480-488-2286

Scottsdale Fairytale Ball

Little ones can dance with Cinderella, read with Rapunzel, share sweet treats with Tinkerbell, and create a tiara with the Little Mermaid! Professional princess portraits for every child, a candy buffet, crafts, stories, songs, games and more. Tickets sell out quickly. $20–$50. Scottsdale Plaza Resort, 7200 N. Scottsdale Rd., Paradise Valley. 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

$20 – $50

Fine Art Reception

The Gallery at el Pedregal will present an artists’ reception for the summer/fall rotation of fine art. Meet the artists and enjoy art, live music, food, and refreshments. Free. 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., 2nd Floor, Scottsdale. 1–4 p.m. 480-575-6658

Free

Christopher Cross

Grammy-award winner Christopher Cross comes to Talking Stick Resort. He’s currently out with his latest album “Secret Ladder,” inspired by his favorite singer-songwriters including Joni Mitchell and Brian Wilson. $30–$70. Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale. 8 p.m. 480-850-7777

$30 – $70

Esteban

Experience the classical Spanish fusion and contemporary rock influence by master guitarist Esteban in his “Up Close and Intimate” tour. $65–$80. Listening Room, 4614 N. 7th St. 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

$65 – $80

Make It!

Phoenix Art Museum hosts Make It! Drop in for family-friendly, hands on art-making activities inspired by the museum’s collection. Local artists create activities that introduce participants to new materials, perspectives and ways of connecting. Free. 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 3:30 p.m. 602-457-5814

FREE

An Evening with Marc Cohn and Blind Boys of Alabama

Marc Cohn brings his soulful tunes, along with musical legends, Blind Boys of Alabama. $38.50–$58.50. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix. 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. 480-478-6000

$38.50 – $58.50

Real Wild and Woody Beer Festival

The Phoenix Convention Center hosts small bites and seasonal specialties poured by more than 65 of the Southwest’s best craft brewers. Sample from over 350 craft beers. Brews, bites, live music, rock wall and a gamer’s paradise. $57 includes 20 sampling tickets and small bites. Phoenix Convention Center, 33 S. 3rd St., Phoenix. 2–6 p.m. 480-586-6711;

$57

Wizards and Wands Bar Crawl

Calling all Muggles, Squibs, Wizards, and Elves! Join other Hogwarts grads and celebrate wizardry, magic and other antics at one of the best Scottsdale bar crawls of the year. Included is your own Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, or Slytherin patch knit scarf and no-cover drink specials at Bevvy, Boondocks Patio & Grill, Giligin's, Goodwood Tavern, Old...