Arizona Fine Art Expo
2018-01-12 10:00 - 2018-03-25 18:00 (America/Phoenix)
January 12 through March 25
10 a.m.–6 p.m. daily
26540 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale
$10 season passes; $8 seniors and military; free for children under 12
480-837-7163
arizonafineartexpo.com

Finding the Perfect Plants
2018-01-13 08:00 - 17:00
Carefree Desert Gardens welcomes Cesar Mazier, president of Cesar Mazier Landscaping & Consulting, Inc. to help you use environment, landscape conditions and background and spaces plants will occupy. This is the first in the 2018 Carefree Desert Gardens seminar series. $5. Town Council Chambers, 33 Easy St. and Nonchalant Ave., Carefree. 9:30 a.m. to noon. Limited seating. 480-488-3686

Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction
2018-01-13 08:00 - 2018-01-21 17:00
Hundreds of the world’s finest collector automobiles and thousands of spectators will assemble for this year’s Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction. See website for ticket prices and schedule. WestWorld, 16601 N. Pima., Scottsdale. barrett-jackson.com

Celebration of Fine Art
2018-01-13 10:00 - 2018-03-25 18:00
If you are drawn to art, check out Celebration of Fine Art Jan. 13 through March 25. More than 100 artists will set up working studios from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily in the big white tents southwest of Hayden Road and Loop 101. celebrateart.com

Nazis, Art and Fraud
2018-01-13 10:30 - 12:30
Mary F. Cook of the International Foundation for Art Research lectures on the unbelievable yet true story of two art dealers with galleries in Paris and New York City: one who hated the Nazis, and one who dealt with them and got rich. $6. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration required. 480-488-2286; dfla.org

Art in Interior Design
2018-01-13 13:00 - 15:00
Art is important in interior design. Find out how at The Gallery at el Pedregal. Presentation by interior designer Cynthia Eral. Free. 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 1 p.m. RSVP 480-575-6624; theboulders.com

Millenium Gallery Grand Opening
2018-01-14 10:00 - 17:00
Acclaimed artist Lev Shteiman announces the opening of Millennium Gallery. For the first time ever, over 100 of his paintings are on display representing a lifetime of his work in Russia, Israel and the United States. Original paintings and giclee prints available for purchase. 7445 E. Sidewinder Rd., Carefree. Sundays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 480-307-8020; levshteiman.com

Hear the Sounds Sedona Winter Music Festival
2018-01-14 14:30 - 16:30 | Sedona Performing Arts Center
January 14
2:30 p.m.
Sedona Performing Arts Center
995 Upper Red Rock
Loop Road, Sedona
$15–$60
928-204-2415
chambermusicsedona.org

Gooding & Co. Classic Car Auction
2018-01-17 - 2018-01-20
Jan. 17–20
4700 N. Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale
See website for cost and schedule.
310-899-1960
goodingco.com

Russo and Steele Automobile Auction
2018-01-17 08:00 - 2018-01-21 17:00
With more than 800 cars crossing the block, Russo and Steele is excited to announce the addition of the rare and elusive ASA 1100 C.C. Spider to its roster. $200 for admission for two for preview day and four days of Auction in the Round. Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale. 602-252-2697; russoandsteele.com

Bob Boze Bell Solo Exhibition
2018-01-18 18:00 - 2018-02-28 21:00
“The Illustrated Life and Times of Wild Bill Hickok” event and art show, featuring 17 pieces of original art from the book by Bob Boze Bell, celebrates the publication of Bell’s newest book of the same title. Reception Jan. 18, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. CattleTrack Arts & Preservation Center, 6105 N. CattleTrack Road, Scottsdale. cattletrack.org

Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival
2018-01-19 10:00 - 2018-01-21 17:00
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, January 19–21
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Ho Hum and Easy Streets in downtown Carefree
$3 for adults; free for children 17 and under; additional fee for wine tasting
thunderbirdartists.com

From Under the Russian Snow
2018-01-19 11:00 - 12:30
Author Michelle Carter brings her book, “From Under the Russian Snow,” to Anthem for discussion about the remarkable year she served as journalist-in-residence in Russia through the birth of an independent press in the post-Soviet, pre-Putin bubble of freedom. Free. Books available for purchase. North Valley Library, 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem. 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Space is limited. 602-652-3306; mcldaz.org

Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives
2018-01-19 19:30 - 21:30
Five-time Grammy winner, Grand Ole Opry star and platinum recording artist Marty Stuart takes the stage at the MIM during his Way Out West tour. $43.50–$53.50. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. 7:30 p.m. 480-478-6000; mim.org
*Photo Courtesy MIM

Antique Appraisal Day
2018-01-20 09:00 - 16:30
Find out how much your old items are worth! Bring up to two items. $25 donation per item. Cave Creek Museum, 6140 E. Skyline Dr., Cave Creek. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 480-488-2764; cavecreekmuseum.org

Paws in the Park
2018-01-20 10:00 - 13:00
Fetch some fun at Paws in the Park at Chaparral Park’s off-leash area. Talk to experienced pet professionals, visit information booths, learn about dog adoptions, get great giveaways and hear a variety of entertainment. Bring a dog food donation to benefit Vista del Camino’s Pet Pantry and rescue agencies. 5401 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 480-312-0217; scottsdaleaz.gov

Duo Braziliana
2018-01-21 16:00 - 17:00
Be transported to Brazil for the afternoon. Mezzo soprano Melanie Ohm and Brazilian pianist Rubia Santos perform “Cancao Brasileira,” Brazilian songs and poetry, at Christ the Lord Lutheran Church. $30. 9205 E. Cave Creek Rd., Carefree. 4 p.m. 480-488-2081; ctlcarefree.org

Learn the Art of Landscape Watercolor
2018-01-22 10:30 - 12:30 | Saguaro Hill Preserve
Join instructor Ronnie Wainright for a plein air workshop at the Saguaro Hill Preserve. Supplies are provided. Free. 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. RSVP required. 480-488-6131; dflt.org

Northern Italy’s Culinary Gifts
2018-01-24
Join Cartwright’s for a festa Italiana as Chef Brett Vibber welcomes a guest chef into the kitchen for their monthly collaboration dinner. See website for cost and time. 6710 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 480-488-8031; cartwrightsmoderncuisine.com

Chita Rivera and Tommy Tune: “Just in Time”
2018-01-26 | Highlands Church
Highlands Church
9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Scottsdale

Walk in Unity
2018-01-27 18:00 - 20:00
More unites us than divides us. Scottsdale is joining other Valley cities for the annual walk to promote mutual respect and understanding. The event starts at Tempe Beach Park with a festival at 4:30 p.m., then a one-mile walk over the Mill Avenue Bridge at 6 p.m. Details available by phone or online. Search “Unity Walk.” 480-312-2727; tempe.gov

Young Musicians Winter Concert
2018-01-28 | Musical Instrument Museum
Musical Instrument Museum
4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix
480-422-8449
azmusicfest.org

Young Musicians Winter Concert
2018-01-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Musical Instrument Museum
Don’t miss your chance to hear the stars of tomorrow—today! Arizona Musicfest brings the best young classical talent in Arizona. $23.50. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix. 2 p.m. 480-422-8449; azmusicfest.org

Al Jardine: A Postcard from California
2018-01-29 - 2018-01-30
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and former Beach Boy Al Jardine is joined by his son, Matt, for a night of songs and storytelling. $63.50–$78.50. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. 7 p.m. 480-478-6000; mim.org

Waste Management Phoenix Open
2018-01-29 08:00 - 2018-02-04 17:00
Find out why the Waste Management Phoenix Open has earned the nickname “The Greatest Show on Grass.” Free and discounted admission available. See website for details and schedule. Tournament Players Club of Scottsdale, 17020 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale. wmphoenixopen.com

Alison Brown Quartet
2018-01-31 | La Casa de Cristo Church
La Casa de Cristo Church
6300 E. Bell Rd., Phoenix
480-422-8449
azmusicfest.org

Coyote Kindergarten Roundup
2018-02-01
Calling all future 2018-2019 kindergarten coyote pups! Diamond Canyon School is holding kindergarten roundup. 40004 N. Liberty Bell Way, Anthem. 5:30–7 p.m. dvusd.org

Grow Your Own Food
2018-02-01 19:00 - 20:30 | Granite Reef Senior Center
Just because we live in the desert doesn’t mean we can’t garden! Join urban gardeners as they share information on growing healthy food, herbs, edible flowers and fruit trees in our desert. Info available at website. Search “green building.” Free. Granite Reef Senior Center, 1700 N. Granite Reef Rd., Scottsdale. 7 to 8:30 p.m. scottsdaleaz.gov

Candide at Arizona Opera
2018-02-02 - 2018-02-04
Arizona Opera celebrates composer Leonard Bernstein’s centennial with the company premiere of “Candide.” Fast-paced, funny and philosophical, this Tony award-winning Broadway smash is now considered an operatic masterpiece. See website for show times and ticket prices. Symphony Hall, 75 N. 2nd St., Phoenix. 602-266-7464; azopera.org
