Flagstaff’s Museum of Northern Arizona presents work from more than 70 Navajo artists, storytellers and cultural interpreters from many clans. Meet basket makers creating works on-site, join rug weavers, silversmiths, potters, painters and storytellers to learn about the Navajo way of living in harmony and hike with a Navajo ethno botanist. There’s plenty to do...

Little ones and their favorite bears are invited to join Goldilocks for storytime at this fourth annual tea party. Afternoon tea for adults, nursery tea and gift bag for littles are included. Adults $25; Children $15; Bears free. RSVP. English Rose Tea Room, 201 Easy St., Carefree. 3–5 p.m. 480-488-4812; carefreetea.com

This riveting Herberger Lunchtime Theater presentation is based on the coming-of-age memoir by U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who grew up in a Bronx housing project and went on to attend Princeton and Yale. $7. Herberger Theater Kax Stage, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix. See website for show times. herbergertheater.org

Cave Creekers Paul Diefenderfer and Kerry Ecker hiked down the tanner trail in the east portion of the Grand Canyon. Six days and 120 miles later they exited the South Bass Trail. Come experience the story through their own words. RSVP by phone. Free. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 2:30–4 p.m....

Head on up to Prescott where more than 40 of the country’s best speakers and singers take the stage for this renowned gathering and tribute to the American cowboy. Ticket prices and schedules online. Yavapai College Performing Arts Center, 1100 E. Sheldon St., Prescott. 928-776-2000; azcowboypoets.org

Savor beer samples from some of the Southwest's finest craft breweries, take in live music, and taste from local restaurants and food trucks, all in the pleasant air of a Prescott summer. $40 general admission; see website for ticket options. Downtown Prescott. 4–8 p.m. 928-776-8686; milehighbrewfest.com

Youth ages 12–18 are invited to audition for Musical Theatre of Anthem’s production of Addams Family Young@Part. A prep workshop will be held Aug. 9 and 10 from 6–7:30 p.m. Auditions held Aug. 11 at 12:30 p.m. $325; sibling discounts and scholarships available. 42323 N. Vision Way, Anthem. 623-336-6001; musicaltheatreofanthem.org

If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to use oil paints to create a still life work of art, this is your opportunity! Instructor Robert Lemler will discuss design, arrangement and lighting, and provide aspiring painters of all levels with instruction and inspiration. $350. Scottsdale Artists’ School, 3720 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale. 9 a.m.–4 p.m....

Phoenix Art Museum’s Contemporary Forum Film Festival explores the art world through a satirical lens, celebrating characters who show moral courage in the face of uncertainty. $5. Whiteman Hall, 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 6:30 p.m. phxart.org

It’s the world’s oldest continuous rodeo, and it’s right here in Arizona! There’s nothing like the Payson Rodeo! See website for performance schedule, and don’t miss the rodeo after-party dance Aug. 17 and 18. Online adult tickets $18; Seniors $16; Children 8–12 $10; Free for children 7 and under and active military. Tickets $20 at...