The popular James Beard Foundation Taste America Culinary Tour once again comes to Phoenix. This event features a welcome reception, a one-of-a-kind benefit dinner, celebrity chef appearances, cooking demonstrations, tastings and more. For more information, visit web site.

Musical Theatre of Anthem brings to the stage all characters and songs from the beloved Disney animated film. Adults, $19; students, seniors and children 12 and under, $16. See website for show times.

All Jewish singles are invited to enjoy an evening of mingling, dancing and drinking. Open to adults 21 years and up.

Head to Sedona and experience Arizona wineries, food, vendors, music, fun and the beautiful red rocks. Admission includes six tasting tickets. $40 at the door, $35 online. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Soroptimist International of Saguaro Foothills invites the public to visit the Outlets at Anthem for a day of exclusive discounts, lunch, wine tasting, chocolate tasting, prizes in stores, live entertainment and gift bags. Event benefits 18 local charities. Tickets must be purchased in advance. For more information, contact Carolyn Lutz at clutz2765@gmail.com or 602-568-5005.

Oct 6 Samite Brings Musical Peace and Healing through Music World-renowned musician Samite brings his message of peace, hope and healing to Scottsdale with a one-night-only performance. Samite began playing the flute and other instruments in his Uganda home, then learned to use music to unite and inspire others when he was forced to flee...

Enjoy the classic story of forgiveness and renewal reimagined in a brilliant musical style. Adults, $19; students, seniors and children 12 and under, $16. See website for show times.

Presenter Steve Hoza discusses the biggest single and largely unknown battle ever fought in Arizona between the O’Odham (Pima) and Piipaash (Maricopa) people. Registration required. .

Chef Marcellino shows how to make paccatelli, a delicious pasta with zucchini, caramelized onions and prosciutto sauce. Afterward, participants will enjoy the pasta, salad and dessert.

Oct 1–27 Heritage at Walter Art Gallery Mixed-media artist Lara Plecas who will kick off the fall exhibition season at Walter Art Gallery with her latest collection of encaustic work entitled “Heritage,” guest curated by Nicole Royse of Royse Contemporary. In this exhibit, Plecas takes a deeper look into the memories, stories and items that...