Create an Arizona Necklace

Holland Community Center is the place to be to weave jump rings into a beautiful necklace using Arizona copper and turquoise. Space is extremely limited. RSVP early. $65. 34250 N. 60th St., Bldg. B, Scottsdale. 1–4 p.m. 480-488-1090

$65

DVUSD Exhibition Night

Boulder Creek Jaguar Pride Marching Band hosts a celebration of instrumental music programs in DVUSD high schools. Free. Boulder Creek High School Football Field, 40404 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem. 7–9 p.m.

FREE

Taste of Cave Creek

More than 30 restaurants and an estimated 8,000 people will descend upon Stagecoach Village for live music, tequila, wine and beer, and the flavors of the Creek. Parking and free shuttle available at intersection of Cave Creek and Schoolhouse Rds. $10 admission; free for children under 12; food tickets $3–5. 7100 E. Cave Creek Rd.,...

Auditions for Youth Vocal Scholarships

The Upscale Singers are once again offering scholarships for vocal skills development. Cheryl Siebs Memorial Vocal Auditions are for students in grades 7–12 residing or attending school in the Cave Creek School District and Anthem/New River boundaries. Reserve an audition slot by Oct. 15 by calling 480-575-0188. Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 34605 N. Scottsdale Rd.,...

NVSO Announces New Season

Reserve tickets now for North Valley Symphony Orchestra’s 2018-19 season! The popular concerts will kick off with “Fall Fright Night” Oct. 20 at North Canyon High School Auditorium, followed by “Winter Wonderland” Dec. 15; “Spring is in the Air” in March (TBD); and “Summer Salute” in May (TBD); $5 each concert or $15 for a...

Autumnfest in Anthem

From holiday gifts and live music to a carnival and yummy food, Anthem Community Park has it all! Free parking and admission. 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem. Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

FREE

AZ Desert Bones

A 20-trombone choir from the Arizona State University Trombone Studio will perform at Desert Hills Presbyterian Church for the first event of the Arts at the Rocks series. Free. 34605 N. Tom Darlington Dr., Scottsdale. 7 p.m. 805-493-5275

FREE

Johnson Family: Agents of Change

Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson is continuing to use the power behind his athletic success by hosting a dinner to benefit his Mission 31 Foundation to support seriously ill children and their families. $350. Mountain Shadows, 5445 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale. 6:30 p.m.

$350

Healthy Aging Expo

Connect with health and wellness experts in the areas of nutrition, education, exercise, medical information, lifestyle, financial services and other topics of interest. Free. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. 480-488-1105

Free

Winemaker Dinner

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch presents Cakebread Cellars for its monthly Winemaker Dinner. Begin with an appetizer and wine reception, followed by an epicurean experience of perfectly paired wines and a memorable four-course dinner. RSVP required. $95–105+ per person. 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd, Scottsdale. 6:30 p.m. 480-444-1234 ext. 8640

$95 – $105