The Veterans Day Parade and Annual Cornhole Tournament are coming to Anthem! Route begins in Anthem at Gavilan Peak Parkway and Memorial Drive, and ends at Anthem Community Center. Beer garden, picnic, tethered hot air balloon rides and more. Pre-register for cornhole tourney. Anthem Community Park, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem. 10 a.m.; Cornhole...

Marcus Samuelsson and Aarón Sánchez will be featured at this culinary showcase of the best food, wine, beer and spirits from local and national chefs and mixologists. Cooking classes, music, art, entertainment and more. Cave Creek’s own Brett Vibber will be among the featured chefs. $65–180. Pre-sold tickets significantly discounted. 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale....

ProMusica Arizona’s new season kicks off with a medley of tunes by the Beatles and selections by Broadway greats Andrew Lloyd Webber, Richard Rodgers and more. $22/adults; $20/seniors (65+) and military; $12 students; free for children 15 and younger. Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, 39808 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem. 7:30 p.m. 623-326-5172; pmaz.org

If you love fantastic photography, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Acclaimed Arizona Western photographer Scott Baxter will host an open studio photography show at his home studio in Carefree. All works will be available for purchase. Wine, beer and light refreshments served. Free. 11047 E. Loving Tree Ln., Scottsdale. 10 a.m.–5...

If you love fantastic photography, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Acclaimed Arizona Western photographer Scott Baxter will host an open studio photography show at his home studio in Carefree. All works will be available for purchase. Wine, beer and light refreshments served. Free. 11047 E. Loving Tree Ln., Scottsdale. 10 a.m.–5...

Mimosas and iced tea for humans, treats for the pups! Bring your dog and mingle on Desert Foothills Library’s beautiful Waterfall Terrace to the sounds of Wayward Maggie. Portraits with your pooch provided by Weyant Photography. Bring a donation for Arizona Humane Society. See website for list of needed food and supplies. Free. Please RSVP....

ProMusica Arizona’s new season kicks off with its second performance, a medley of tunes by the Beatles and selections by Broadway greats Andrew Lloyd Webber, Richard Rodgers and more. $22/adults; $20/seniors (65+) and military; $12 students; free for children 15 and younger. 17200 N. Del Webb Blvd., Sun City. 3 p.m. 623-326-5172; pmaz.org

Join Stephanie Bradley of Cave Creek Museum for Monday evening to learn about the mountains that surround us, including Black Mountain’s wild beginnings. Sponsored by Desert Awareness Committee of the Foothills Community Foundation. Donations are appreciated. Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale. 6:30–8 p.m. azfcf.org

Join Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center for a unique guided tour in the darkness of a new moon. See what native wildlife is up to in the mysterious hours of night. $30/adults; $20/children. 27026 N. 156th St., Scottsdale. 5–7 p.m. 480-471-3621; southwestwildlife.org

The finest in Italian jewelry comes to Grace Renee Gallery, as jeweler Laura Bicego makes a special appearance for the gallery’s grand opening VIP event. Enjoy live music and hors d’oeuvres. RSVP required. Free. Grace Renee Gallery, Historic Spanish Village, 7212 E. Ho Hum Rd. #7, Carefree. 6–10 p.m. 480-575-8080; gracereneegallery.com