Preserving Ruins
The Arizona Archaeological Society Desert Foothills Chapter hosts renowned archaeologist J. Scott Wood, who will discuss ongoing work happening at Goat Camp Ruin in the Payson area. Free. Good Shepard of the Hills Episcopal Church Maitland Hall, 6502 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 7 p.m. azarchsoc.wildapricot.org
Arizona Storytellers: Searching
Whether it’s money, love, meaning or car keys, we’re all searching for something. Join The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com for a night of stories about life’s inevitable pursuits. Tickets sell out quickly. $5–$12. Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 6–9 p.m. tickets.azcentral.com
Pickin’ in the Pines
From bluegrass music to acoustic originals, this three-day festival brings a barn dance, band competition and family-oriented workshops to the cool pines of Flagstaff. Camping available until sold out. See website for schedule, ticket and parking pass availability. Fort Tuthill County Park, 2446 Fort Tuthill Loop, Flagstaff. pickininthepines.org
Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market
Shop over 120,000 sq. ft. of fun from 150+ vintage curators and handmade art from across the country. Enjoy live music, local food trucks, cool swag and a unique shopping experience. $8–$65; children under 12 free. See website for hours, ticket discounts and more. Charity partners are Maggie’s Place and Mission One. 16601 N. Pima...
Phoenix Symphony Opening Night
Tito Muñoz’s will kick off his fifth season as The Phoenix Symphony’s director by playing Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 alongside the symphony. $25–$108. Phoenix Symphony Hall, 75 N. 2nd St., Phoenix. Fri. and Sat. 7:30 p.m.; 2 p.m. Sun. phoenixsymphony.org
Furry Friends Fine Art Festival
Bring your furry friends to Shemer Art Center and enjoy coffee and lunch as you visit numerous artist booths featuring a variety of animal-themed works of art. Animal art activities for kids, live music, a raffle, food and fun! $5 per person; $10 per family; furry friends free. 5005 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix. 8 a.m.–2...
In My Father’s Footstep
Cutler-Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center presents 2018 Red Rocks Music Festival: In My Father’s Footstep: A Daughter’s Search for Answers with Sandra Shapiro on piano. Works by Lyadov, Chopin, Rachmaninoff & Schubert. $28. 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix. 7:30 pm. 602-402-4551; redrocksmusicfestival.com
Something Old, Something New, Something Blues
Gerry & the Schaks earned a standing ovation with their cabaret show at Janey’s, and this month they’re mixing it up with Something Old, Something New, Something Blues. Free. Janey’s, 6602 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 7:30–9:30 p.m. janeyscoffeeco.com
A Year with Frog and Toad Kids
Musical Theatre of Anthem presents A Year With Frog and Toad KIDS. This youth production is a great way to introduce children to the world of theater while checking out the new MTA space! See website for showtimes. General tickets $19; Students, seniors and ages 12 and under are $16. 42201 N. 41st Dr., Anthem....
Sinatra and Friends
Steve Lippia and the Phoenix Symphony whisk you back in time to the Sands Hotel Copa Room with favorites including “Come Fly With Me,” “Luck be a Lady,” “Mr. Bojangles” and a dozen more favorites. See website for ticket pricing. Phoenix Symphony Hall, 75 N. 2nd St., Phoenix. 602-495-1999; phoenixsymphony.org