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Edible Plants in our Desert
2018-10-01 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix)
Discover what our lush desert produces after the blooms are gone, and how to create nutritious, mineral-rich foods using all-natural, local materials. $5. Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Bldg. B, Scottsdale. 6:30 p.m. 480-488-1090

The Desert Kitchen: Edible Desert Trees
2018-10-01 18:30 - 20:30
Find out what the beautiful blossoms of native trees produce after the blooms are gone and how you can prepare nutritious and mineral-rich foods. Register by phone. $5 donation. Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale. 6:30 p.m. 480-488-1090

Morning Joe with TED
2018-10-03 09:00 - 11:00
Start the day with hot coffee and the TED topic, Technology: Intuitive Artificial Intelligence. $2. Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale. 9–11 a.m. 480-488-1090; azfcf.org

Stan Natchez: Icons and Identity
2018-10-05 08:00 - 2018-10-21 17:00
Neo-Pop Native American artist Stan Natchez is known to museum-goers from Boston to Los Angeles, and now Turquoise Tortoise in Sedona will feature his latest mixed media paintings. Meet the artist during an opening reception and artist talk October 5, 5–8 p.m. Free. Turquoise Tortoise, a Bryant Nagel Gallery, 431 SR 179, A3, at Hozho, Sedona. 928-282-2262;

Evgeni Gordiets: Timeless Worlds
2018-10-05 08:00 - 2018-10-21 17:00
Internationally acclaimed surrealist painter Evgeni Gordiets visits Sedona to unveil enchanting landscapes, portraits and more. Meet the artist and enjoy an artist talk Oct. 5 at 5 p.m. Free. Lanning, a Bryant Nagel Gallery, 431 SR 179, A1-2, at Hozho, Sedona. 928-282-6865.

Prescott Artists Tour
2018-10-05 10:00 - 2018-10-07 16:00
Experience 80 Prescott-area artists in 51 private studios, plus an additional 27 artists at three art centers. This self-guided event gives you an opportunity to meet artists, observe their creative processes and purchase unique works of art. Free. See website for maps and locations and begin at any! 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Pre-tour reception held Oct. 3. prescottstudiotour.com

Food Truck Friday
2018-10-05 17:00 - 21:00
More than 15 food trucks will park in the heart of the city. Free bounce house and live music. North Phoenix Baptist Church Central Campus, 5757 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 5–9 p.m.

A Day of Mischief
2018-10-06 08:00 - 2018-10-07 17:00
Magic is coming for all ages. Get out your wands, cloaks and brooms and get ready for a magical time with that which shall not be named. Celebrate the magical world we all know and love! $12–100. WestWorld, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Sat.; 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Sun.

Scottsdale Whiskey Festival
2018-10-06 15:00 - 18:00
Come to Old Town to taste from over 30 whiskeys, scotches and bourbons—and that’s only half the fun at this great festival! Use Lyft, and receive $20 credit. See website for details. $50–$60. Wasted Grain, 7295 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale.3–6 p.m.; VIP 2–3 p.m. scottsdalewhiskeyfestival.com

Sonoran Desert Chorale: Encore!
2018-10-07 15:00 - 19:00
The audience has voted, and the Sonoran Desert Chorale will present audience favorites from the past 24 seasons. It’s a concert you won’t soon forget! Advanced tickets $15–$18. La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church, 6300 Bell Ave., Scottsdale. 3 p.m. 480-305-4538; sonorandesertchorale.org

New Moon Tour at Southwest Wildlife
2018-10-08 18:00 - 20:00
Visit Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center in the sheltering darkness of a new moon to see what native wildlife is up to in the mysterious hours of night. If you’re lucky, you might even hear a serenade from a Mexican gray wolf or watch the climbing acrobatics of coati. RSVP required. $30/adults; $20/children. 27026 N. 156th St., Scottsdale. 6 p.m.

Arizona Storytellers: Undercover
2018-10-08 18:00 - 21:00
Code switching, costumes, imposter syndrome, white lies and more! Join The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com for a night of stories about pretending, posing and faking it. $12; students $5. Crescent Ballroom, 308 N. 2nd Ave., Phoenix. 6–9 p.m.

Spaghetti with Soroptimist
2018-10-09 17:00 - 20:00
Every year, Soroptimist International of Saguaro Foothills holds a spaghetti dinner fundraiser to remember. This 41st year is no exception. $20/adults; $7/children; under 5 free with paid adult ticket. Harold’s Corral, 6895 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 901-827-5265; 5–8 p.m. 480-221-8623

Jodi Picoult
2018-10-09 19:00 - 21:00
Changing Hands hosts #1 New York Times’ bestselling author Jodi Picoult with her new book, “A Spark of Light,” a novel about ordinary lives that intersect during a heart-stopping crisis. $35.48–40.48. Phoenix College Bulpitt Auditorium, 1202 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix. 7–9 p.m.

Wild Seafood Chef Showcase
2018-10-10 18:30 - 21:30
It’s Cartwright’s Modern Cuisine’s last tasting of the season! Guest chefs Tamara Stanger of Cotton & Copper, and Craig Plevack of Fire & Foraged join Chef Brett Vibber to showcase Organic Ocean’s wild seafood. Accompanied by local Arizona beer and wine tastings. $40 online; $45 at the door. 6710 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 6:30–9:30 p.m. 480-488-8031

Ain’t Misbehavin’
2018-10-11 08:00 - 2018-10-27 17:00
Featuring music from the Harlem Renaissance era of the 1920s and ’30s, Ain’t Misbehavin’ stars five triple-threat actors who strut, strum and sing the songs made famous by Thomas “Fats” Waller. $37–45. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale, Stage 2. See website for showtimes. 480-499-8587.

Preschool Open House
2018-10-11 09:30 - 10:30
Our Lady of Joy Preschool is hosting an open house to meet the teachers, observe classrooms and tour the school campus. 36811 N. Pima Rd., Carefree. 9:30–10:30 a.m. 480-595-6409

Hawaiian BBQ and Tiki Night
2018-10-11 17:00 - 19:00
Get your hula on at Liberty Station Tavern, formerly Market Street Kitchen in DC Ranch! 20825 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 5 p.m. 480-278-7044;

Anniversary Star Party
2018-10-11 17:00 - 23:00
Phoenix Astronomical Society is 70 years old! Kids of all ages will celebrate with demos, activities, lectures and other starry fun. Artwork from local schools and free raffles throughout the night followed by a star party to gaze through the galaxies. Free. Paradise Valley Community College Black Mountain Campus, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale. 5–10 p.m. 602-493-2600

Roars and Pours
2018-10-11 17:30 - 20:30
It’s happy hour with a wild side at the Phoenix Zoo! Guests 21 and older can sip and stroll select trails while enjoying craft brews, wine and food. Animal encounters, yard games, live music, entertainment and more! $10. 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 5:30–8:30 p.m.

Four Peaks Oktoberfest
2018-10-12 - 2018-10-14
Celebrate German-style with three days of live music, brats, and beer and extra fun like dachshund races, keg tappings, karaoke, carnival rides and more. Free. Tempe Beach Park, 80 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe. See website for schedule.

58th Annual Greek Festival
2018-10-12 08:00 - 2018-10-14 17:00
Opa! It’s the longest-running, largest ethnic festival in the Valley! Food, music, dancing, art, activities for children and more at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Community Center. $3; free for children under 12. 1973 E. Maryland Ave., Phoenix. 5 p.m. Oct. 12–8 p.m. Oct. 14.

Taste of the Town
2018-10-12 18:00 - 21:30
Hundreds of Valley foodies, wine enthusiasts and the culinary curious will gather under the stars for a night of music, dancing and delectable tastings during the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s 18th Annual Taste of the Town. $65–85. Scottsdale Quarter, 15059 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 6–9:30 p.m.

Arizona Taco Festival
2018-10-13 - 2018-10-14
Over 100 varieties of tacos will be available both days, all for just $2 each. Now in its 9th year, it’s a taco-topia of epic proportions. Fifty restaurants dish out tacos while bars and beverage stations serve margaritas, cervezas, water and soda. Entertainment everywhere! $12 online; $15 at the gate. VIP tickets and tequila expo tickets available. Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 11 a.m.–7 p.m.

Sedona Arts Festival
2018-10-13 08:00 - 2018-10-14 17:00
Held against the backdrop of Sedona’s breathtaking red rock vistas, the Sedona Arts Festival will present over 100 juried artists as well as live music, food and art fun for children. $10 in advance; $12 at the gate; free for children 12 and under. Sedona Red Rock High School, 990 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd., West Sedona. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Sat.; 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Sun. 928-204-9456

19th Annual Best of Phoenix A'Fare
2018-10-13 20:00 - 23:00
Enjoy a night of food, drinks, and entertainment as Phoenix magazine showcases the best people and business that make our city colorful and filled with culture. Forty Valley restaurants will be represented at this benefit for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. $40–60. The Van Buren, 401 W. Van Buren, Phoenix. 8–11 p.m.

Philharmonic in Concert
2018-10-14 16:00 - 18:00
The Scottsdale Philharmonic will perform a free classical music concert in its mission to bring classical music to people of all ages. No charge. $15 for VIP seating; tax deductible. Scottsdale Bible Church, 7601 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale. 4–6 p.m.

An Intimate Evening with Graham Nash
2018-10-15 19:30 - 21:30
Grammy Award winner, legendary musician and two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Graham Nash performs an intimate solo show of songs and stories. $45–75. Virginia G. Piper Theater, 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale. 7:30 p.m.

Create an Arizona Necklace
2018-10-16 13:00 - 16:00
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

DVUSD Exhibition Night
2018-10-16 19:00 - 21:00
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.
