Broadway Bonanza
Carolyn Eynon Singers present Broadway Bonanza, bringing selections from Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Lion King, Sound of Music, Hamilton and more. They will be joined by guest soloist, Jacob Soulliere, AZDance, children from Boys and Girls Club of Scottsdale and a trio of drums, piano and bass. $20 adults; $10 students under 18. Tempe...
Roberta Gambarini in Concert
Continuing the tradition of great jazz singers, Roberta Gambarini follows in the steps of such iconic singers as Ella Fitzgerald, Carmen McRae and Sarah Vaughan. $38.50–43.50. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Scottsdale. 7 p.m. 480-478-6000; mim.org
Pinnacle Concert Series Presents Pamela Ruiter-Feenstra
Internationally acclaimed performer, composer, pedagogue, and author of Bach and the Art of Improvisation, Dr. Pamela Ruiter-Feenstra will debut her new CD, Ruiter-Feenstra on the Richards & Fowkes, recorded in 2017 on the Pinnacle Presbyterian organ. $25–40; Free for students with ID. Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 7:30 p.m. 480-303-2474; pinnacleconcerts.com
Pinnacle Concert Series Presents Pamela Ruiter-Feenstra
Internationally acclaimed performer, composer, pedagogue, and author of Bach and the Art of Improvisation, Dr. Pamela Ruiter-Feenstra will debut her new CD, Ruiter-Feenstra on the Richards & Fowkes, recorded in 2017 on the Pinnacle Presbyterian organ. $25–40; Free for students with ID. Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 7:30 p.m. 480-303-2474; pinnacleconcerts.com
“Chopped” Chili Cook-Off
Kief-Joshua Vineyards will once again host the non-profit Chili Appreciation Society International (CASI) in a professional two-day chili cook-off and wine tasting. Cooks from the Southwest will be competing for a spot in the national challenge. Five wine tastings, $15. $10 Rotary donation for chili tasting. 370 Elgin Rd., Elgin. See website for schedule. 520-455-5582; kiefjoshua.eventbrite.com
YMCA Healthy Kids Day
Desert Foothills Family YMCA is inspiring kids to keep their minds and bodies active this summer. Focus on healthy eating and water safety, arts and crafts, face painting, bounce house, food vendors and more. Special presentations and appearances from world-renowned artist and sculptor Ray Villafane, City of Phoenix Police Department Razor vehicle, Foothills Animal Rescue...
Art Party and Trunk Show
Come to the Gallery at el Pedregal for artists’ demonstrations, tasty refreshments, entertaining music and food art by Arizona Culinary Institute. A trunk show with jewelry, glass, small sculpture and paintings will be held in the courtyard, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Free. 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, second floor. 1–4 p.m. 480-575-6658; sonoranartsleague.org
Amina Figarova at MIM
Chicago Magazine calls Amina Figarova, “The lovely Azerbaijani pianist is as well regarded for her rich small-ensemble compositions as she is for her sparkling work at the keyboard.” $30.50–38.50. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Scottsdale. 7:30 p.m. 480-478-6000; mim.org
A Night in Spain
Cartwright’s Chef Collaboration Series presents “A Taste of The Mediterranean: A Night in Spain,” celebrating contemporary and traditional fare of the Spanish seaside! This month’s guest chef is Chef German Sega, who is the epitome of a cultured chef. Originally from Argentina, Chef German has spent his life dedicated to cuisines from around the world....
Mr. BC 2018
The annual Mr. BC pageant at Boulder Creek High School. All proceeds will go to the Daisy Mountain Fire Department and to provide funding for the families of fallen firefighters. This night will be filled with entertaining pop culture impersonations and is a community favorite! This year’s 2018 Mr. BC contestants are Ryan Norcia, Dylan...