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

Chocolate and Art Show

Indulge yourself in some of Phoenix's finest up-and-coming artists, photographers and creators! There is something for everybody, including live music, face-painting and free chocolate! $15 online; $20 at the door. Unexpected, 734 W. Polk St., Phoenix. 8 p.m.–2 a.m.

$15 – $20

Mind, Body, Bliss Retreat Day

Join health and wellness experts for a daylong learning and experiential healing retreat at Rancho Manana Resort. Experts will discuss integrative and alternative health along infused with experiential meditations, yoga and emotional and spiritual health presentations. $39 full day; $25 for half day. See website for schedule. RSVP. 5720 E. Rancho Manana Blvd., Cave Creek....

Phantom of the Organ

The whole family is invited to the Pinnacle Sanctuary to experience “Phantom of the Organ.” Enter the closed opera house and experience it come alive with organ music, audience participation, and sightings of the Phantom! Free. Donation requested. Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 480-303-2474

An Afternoon with Edgar Allen Poe

The only thing better than hearing “The Raven” read by Arizona Curriculum Theater and “The Tell Tale Heart” read by Noah LeVia is having afternoon tea while you listen! RSVP. $50. English Rose Tea Room, 201 Easy St., Ste. 103, Carefree. 3–5 p.m. 480-488-4812

$50