Celebrate the arts in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale! Featuring Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Matthew Morrison, star of “Glee” and Broadway’s “Hairspray.” $150–500. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale. 5 p.m. 480-499-8587; scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Kick off the holidays with McCormick Ranch’s Seventh Annual Holiday Magic celebration, featuring snow play, face painting, a petting zoo, musical performances, super heroes, Santa and more. Free. The Mercado, 8140 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale. 5–8 p.m. mrpoa.com

Cave Creek Museum's inaugural adventure begins with a day trip to the Eddie Basha Collection in Chandler. Includes charter bus, admission to the museum and a Scandinavian Christmas smorgasbord lunch. Contact the museum for pricing and availability. Cave Creek Museum, 6140 E. Skyline Dr., Cave Creek. 8:30 a.m. 480-488-2764; cavecreekmuseum.org

Celebrate Hanukkah at the Ironwood Grille Room in Anthem Country Club. Cocktails, candle lighting ceremony and service followed by a traditional buffet dinner. Cash bar available. RSVP by Nov. 26. NVJCA, 39506 N. Daisy Mountain Dr. Ste. 122-198, Anthem, AZ 85086. $30/adults; $15/children 3-10; Free for children under 3. 5 p.m. 623-322-0957; fkesselman@cox.net

You’ve seen the hawks circling overhead and heard the owls hooting in the evening and early morning, but do you have a grasp of the true superpowers they exhibit? See them up close and learn how you can help them. Donations appreciated. Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale. 6:30 p.m. azfcf.org

Charlie Green, make-up artist to the stars, will be demonstrating a gorgeous Christmas/New Year's make-up look for one of our local residents! It is fun, informational, educational, and best of all, brings out the inner beauty in all of us. Free. Foothills Food Bank donations accepted. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 5–6:30 p.m. 480-488-2286;...

Foothills Academy's Elementary Campus (K-6) in partnership with the Arizona Science Center and Kiwanis Club of Carefree will hold hands-on, minds-on STEAM learning activities for all ages. Free. 4720 E. Lone Mountain Rd., Cave Creek. 5-7 p.m. 480-292-9819

Kick off the holiday season with the SHOPS Gainey Village during their third annual Holiday Wine and Dine Christmas event. Enjoy acoustic music, horse and carriage rides, cookies, baked goods, coffee and hot chocolate, cookie decorating, raffles and wine tastings. Free. 5–8 p.m. 8777 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. theshopsatgaineyvillage.com

Visit Carefree’s fine art galleries, the beautiful Desert Gardens and the many great shops Carefree has to offer during the First Friday Art Walk. This month’s walk is full of holiday surprises! Free. Downtown Carefree. 4-7 p.m. carefree.org

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch’s Center Stage Bar features some of the best live music in the Valley nearly every night. Join acoustic soul performer Obadiah Parker, who has built a strong following with strong vocals, impressive songwriting and unique, soulful style. Free. 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd., Scottsdale. 6–9:30 p.m....