Canine Couture Competition
2018-11-10
The Arizona Humane Society Canine Couture runway show returns to the 8th Annual Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships at WestWorld of Scottsdale. All breeds, ages, and sizes are welcome to participate. Polo attendees are encouraged to dress their pooch to the nines and then parade their paws from one end of the polo field to the other. Requires ticket to polo championships. 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. See website for event schedule. 480-423-1414; thepoloparty.com

Canal Convergence
2018-11-10 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Phoenix)
This 10-day exhibit courtesy of Scottsdale Public Art on the Scottsdale Waterfront features a confluence of water, art and light with large-scale interactive artworks, educational activities, hands-on workshops, artists’ talks, live music and dance performances. Free. 7135 E. Camelback Rd. #165, Scottsdale. See website for event schedule. canalconvergence.com

Wylder Nation Warrior Gala
2018-11-10 08:00 - 17:00
Wylder Nation will be hosting the 5th Annual Living Like a Warrior Gala to provide financial support to develop services and treatment for children with Neimann Pick Type A. Register before Nov. 3. $250. Tickets available at warrior18.givesmart.com. Hangar One; 15220 N. 78th Way, Scottsdale. 5:30 p.m. 602-540-7496; wyldernation.org

Cave Creek Cactus Classic
2018-11-10 08:00 - 17:00
Mountain bikers, join more than 300 of your best riding friends for the 10th Annual Cave Creek Cactus Classic, 23 miles of single-track fun through Spur Cross Conservation Area, Cave Creek Regional Park and part of the Maricopa Trail. Vendors, a raffle, silent auction and awards at Local Jonny’s. Register online through Nov. 9. $75. Flat Tire Bike Shop, 6033 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. See website for race schedule and packet pickup information. dfmba.com/c4

Horses & Horsepower
2018-11-10 08:00 - 2018-11-11 17:00
The Eighth Annual Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships: Horses & Horsepower returns more impressive than ever. This year’s packed schedule includes a first-time appearance by Ralph Lauren model and world-famous polo player, Nacho Figueras, and a Barrett-Jackson preview. See website for ticket prices and events schedule. Westworld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. thepoloparty.com

Making the Mummies Dance
2018-11-10 10:30 - 12:30
The story of the Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of pride, extravagance, avarice, envy, greed and egotism. An early Met curator, Dietrich von Bothmer, was a refugee from Nazi Germany whose greatest Met acquisitions turned out to be looted art. Mary F. Cook will tell Met stories, largely based on the book “Making the Mummies Dance” by Thomas Hoving. RSVP. $7; all proceeds benefit the library. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 10:30–12:30 p.m. 480-488-2286; dfla.org

Walkin’ on Main
2018-11-10 11:00 - 17:00
Celebrate Historic 89A and the Verde Valley with art exhibits, retail vendors, interactive displays and the charming galleries, shops, and local restaurants of Old Town Cottonwood. Wine tasting, a car show and live music. Free. Main Street, Cottonwood. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. 928-639-3200; azwom.com

Native American Heritage Festival
2018-11-10 11:00 - 22:00
The Native American Heritage Festival featuring the 18th Annual Veterans Day Weekend Traditional Pow Wow celebrates Native American heritage and honors the contributions of all U.S. veterans. Open to all. Free admission and free parking. Arizona State University West Campus, 4701 W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale. 11 a.m.–10 p.m. 602-543-5300

Meet the Artists
2018-11-10 13:00 - 16:00
The Sonoran Arts League’s Gallery at el Pedregal Winter Rotation artists’ reception is the place to be for fine art, demonstrations, music and refreshments. Free. 4505 N. Scottsdale Rd. 1–4 p.m. 480-575-6658; sonoranartsleague.org

NovemBEER Festival
2018-11-10 13:00 - 17:00
More than 120 beers from 50 breweries will be on tap at this bubbly fifth annual downtown festival. Food trucks, live music and more. $25–55. Discounts available for designated drivers. Washington St. between 1st and 3rd Ave. 1–5 p.m. novembeer.com

Notre Dame Culinary Festival
2018-11-10 18:00 - 20:00
Notre Dame Prep will be transformed from a high school campus into an elegant outdoor dining venue for this annual festival. Enjoy fine food, wine, beer and music. Register online. $100. 9701 E. Bell Rd., Scottsdale. 6 p.m. 480-634-8284; ndpsaints.org

Talking in Code
2018-11-11
Celebrate veterans as we learn about Navajo Code Talkers and their impact on WWII as part of Cave Creek Museum’s Second Sundays. Families will have the opportunity to practice their Navajo and crack a secret code. Free with museum admission. 6140 E. Skyline Dr., Cave Creek. 2–4 p.m. 480-488-2764; cavecreekmuseum.org

Pop-Up Art Show
2018-11-11 11:00 - 17:00
Snip Salon and Studio will host 30 artists, live music and two gourmet food trucks for this fun event. Free. 31313 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. A150, Scottsdale. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. 623-298-9467; snipaz.com

Veterans Day in Anthem
2018-11-11 11:00 - 17:00
One of the most renowned Veterans Day celebrations is coming to Anthem again this year, honoring service of all veterans and their families, as well as the 100th anniversary of Armistice, the silencing of weapons that brought the end of World War I at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month in 1918. Be sure to catch the famous Anthem Veterans Memorial at 11:11 a.m. when light will shine through each section and the great seal will be illuminated. 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem. onlineatanthem.com

Live and Local at Desert Ridge
2018-11-11 18:00 - 21:00
Celebrate Arizona food, music, beer and spirits and support 20,000 youth served by Boys & Girls Club of Scottsdale. $150 includes food, cocktails and more. Must be 21 or older. 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix. 6–9 p.m. bgcs.org/liveandlocal

Chef’s Table Dine and Drink
2018-11-12
Hotel Valley Ho Executive Chef Russell LaCasce will pair WillaKenzie wines with a special four-course menu created for the evening. RSVP required. $75 plus tax and gratuity. 6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale. 480-376-2600; hotelvalleyho.com

Mulligans for Families Golf Tournament
2018-11-12 12:00 - 17:00
Tee off and help provide life-changing opportunities to homeless families through Family Promise of Greater Phoenix. $250 per player, includes golf, luncheon and awards ceremony. Camelback Golf Club Ambiente Course, 7847 N. Mockingbird Ln., Scottsdale. Noon shotgun start. 480-659-5227; familypromiseazgolf.com

Pick your Brain
2018-11-12 12:30 - 15:00
Banner Health presents a program on brain health, including the different domains of your brain. Learn activities and lifestyle factors to aid in strengthening domains you’d like to improve. Free. Desert Foothills Library 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 12:30–3 p.m. 480-488-2286; dfla.org

Miner’s Dinner
2018-11-13 16:00 - 20:30
Enjoy blacksmith demos, watch the stamp mill working, bid for fun and amazing items at a silent auction, then settle down for a delicious all-you-can-eat chuckwagon dinner whilst tapping your toes to the tuneful Western song stylings of cowboy balladeer Mike Ewing. $55. 6140 E. Skyline Dr., Cave Creek. 4–8:30 p.m. 480-488-2764; cavecreekmuseum.org

The Earliest Apache in Arizona
2018-11-14 19:00
Dr. Deni Seymour, an Arizona Humanities speaker, discusses the presence of the earliest ancestral Apache three centuries earlier than many have argued, even in areas where Coronado did not see them. Presented by Arizona Archaeology Society’s Desert Foothills Chapter. Free. Good Shepard of the Hills Episcopal Church, 6502 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 7 p.m. azarchsoc.wildapricot.org/desertfoothills

Our Arizona Lands
2018-11-15 18:00 - 20:00
Desert Foothills Land Trust and the Anthem Community Council invite you to meet State Land Commissioner, Lisa Atkins, ACC President, Roger Willis, as well as representatives from Tonto National Forest, the Bureau of Land Management, Desert Foothills Land Trust and other local non-profit. Free. 3701 W. Anthem Way, Anthem. 6 p.m. dflt.org

Wine and Dine
2018-11-15 18:30 - 20:30
Join us for an unforgettable evening of wines from Hess Winery, expertly paired with courses created by Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa chefs. Call to RSVP. $105+. 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd., Scottsdale. 6:30 p.m. 480-444-1234; scottsdale.hyatt.com

Art On the Edge
2018-11-15 18:30 - 21:30
On the Edge Gallery brings together four of its most contemporary artists, pushing the boundaries of what art is and what it can be. Observe and interact as they create, and focus on its effect on you, the viewer. Refreshments available. Free. On the Edge Gallery, 7050 E. 5th Ave., Scottsdale. 6:30–9:30 p.m.

What Lies Ahead …
2018-11-15 19:00 - 20:30
As an ever-increasing part of the world’s population is concentrated in cities, a number of questions are critical for the quality of live of billions of people. Participants will discuss why people want to live in an increasingly stressed environment, and discuss alternatives as part of this Big Ideas forum. Free. Anthem Community Center, 3701 W. Anthem Way, Anthem. 7–8:30 p.m. onlineatanthem.com

Gold Palette ArtWalk
2018-11-15 19:00 - 2018-11-21 21:00
The Scottsdale Gallery Association’s Gold Palette ArtWalk this month is themed
“Contemporary Focus,” honoring Scottsdale Contemporary Month. During this special event, multiple galleries will be hosting contemporary artists. Free. Main Street from Scottsdale Road to Goldwater Boulevard and north of Indian School on Marshall Way to 5th Avenue. Free. 7–9 p.m. scottsdalegalleries.com

The Unusual SuspectsThe Unusual Suspects
2018-11-15 19:30
New Anthem residents Tim and Sonya Flaherty, owners of Entertainment Events, will present the hilarious off-Broadway comedy, “The Unusual Suspects” at Anthem Country Club’s Ironwood Room. Open to the public. $44–54. 2708 W. Anthem Club Dr., Anthem. 7:30 p.m. Visit website for tickets; search “The Unusual Suspects.” cofare.io

Register Now to Golf for Vets
2018-11-16
It’s almost time for the Fifth Annual Support Education and Employment for Veterans (S.E.E.4VETS) Charity Golf Tournament to be held Nov. 16 at Wigwam Resort. Sponsorship opportunities begin at $100/tee box sign, and cost to play is $100/player. Register online. see4vets.org

Mac and Cheese Festival
2018-11-17 - 2018-11-18
It’s a cheddar double-header! Salt River Fields is the place to be to try dozens of different version of childhood heaven. Live music, games, libations and more. $15 general admission; $75 VIP. 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 480-666-5545; macandcheesefestaz.com

Discover the Desert
2018-11-17 10:00 - 19:00
Join Desert Foothills Land Trust and friends for a day of adventure and exploration as you learn about the plants, animals, people and landscape of our incredible Sonoran Desert environment. Free. Jewel of the Creek Preserve. See website for map and directions. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. 480-488-6131, ext. 200; dflt.org

Scottsdale ArtFest
2018-11-17 10:00 - 2018-11-18 17:00
The 25th Annual ArtFest features 120 artists selling paintings, sculptures, jewelry, metal art, ceramics, and glass art as well as authors and visual artists. Enjoy live music, delicious eats and an interactive zone for the kids. Free parking and admission; dogs are welcome. Civic Center Plaza, 7375 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. 888artfest.com
