The Art of Gabriella Aguilo and Katharine Gould
Enjoy an opening artists’ reception for abstract encaustic artist Gabriella Aguilo and provocative pastel artist Katharine Gould. Works on display through Sept. 30. Free. Lanning, a Bryant Nagel Gallery, 431 SR 179, A1-2, at Hozho, Sedona. 5–8 p.m. 928-282-6865; lanninggallery.com
1st Fridays in Sedona
1st Fridays in the Galleries is an excellent way to browse some of the best art available in Arizona in the gorgeous shadow of the red rocks. Light refreshments and music available. Free. See website for featured receptions and special exhibits. 5–8 p.m. sedonagalleryassociation.com
Larry Yazzie: From the Stone
Wine and appetizers are always best with fine art, and there’s no better way to enjoy all three than at an opening artist reception for Larry Yazzie at Sedona’s Turquoise Tortoise Gallery. Meet this esteemed, award-winning Navajo sculptor. Free. Turquoise Tortoise, a Bryant Nagel Gallery, 431 SR 179, A3, at Hozho, Sedona. 5–8 p.m. 928-282-2262;...
PhxFridays Artwalk
Explore the city by using ArtLink’s map feature or calendar listings to tour art galleries, cultural venues and more. Free. See website for details. 6–10 p.m. artlinkphx.org
ArtLink Studio Tour
Step into ArtLink’s final Artist Studio Tour of the year! This one features Coe House, Howland Studio and Studios at The Artery. $15. Start location TBD. 10 a.m.–noon. artlinkphx.org
14th Annual Teddy Bear Day
You’ll ‘bearly’ be able to stand all the joy you will find at at the 14th Annual Teddy Bear Day in downtown Glendale! Stuffed with fun events, Bears & More, Gracie’s Marketplace and The Astrology Store will be selling teddy bears for $10; proceeds benefit local trauma teddy programs, first responders and emergency rooms. Free....
46th Annual Fiesta De Tlaquepaque
Join a celebration of Mexican Independence Day in Sedona’s Tlaquepaque. Fabulous food, music, dance, mariachis and entertainment for young and old. Free. Free trolley service from Sedona Municipal parking lot at 260 Schnebly Rd., Sedona. Tlaquepaque, 336 SR 179, Sedona. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. 928-282-4838; tlaq.com
6th Annual Wine in the Woods
The Arboretum at Flagstaff showcases AZ wineries and local eateries among the glorious gardens at The Arboretum. $35–$45. 4001 S. Woody Mountain Rd., Flagstaff. 1–5 p.m. thearb.org
Tea with Mary Shelley!
Mary Shelley wrote Frankenstein 200 years ago, at a time when books and tea went together like milk and honey. Step into the fun of the past at the English Rose Tea Room. Dress up in your favorite Victorian or gothic costume and hear a modern-day Mary read from her novel. Fifty percent of proceeds...
Preserving Ruins
The Arizona Archaeological Society Desert Foothills Chapter hosts renowned archaeologist J. Scott Wood, who will discuss ongoing work happening at Goat Camp Ruin in the Payson area. Free. Good Shepard of the Hills Episcopal Church Maitland Hall, 6502 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 7 p.m. azarchsoc.wildapricot.org