Docent Craig Reid from the Patronato San Xavier will talk about the history of the San Xavier Mission and its surrounding village. Free. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. School House Rd., Cave Creek. 1–2:30 p.m. 480-488-2286

Docent Craig Reid from the Patronato San Xavier will talk about the history of the San Xavier Mission and its surrounding village. Free. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. School House Rd., Cave Creek. 1–2:30 p.m. 480-488-2286

What is the state of water availability in the foothills area, and how is Scottsdale managing and conserving its water resources? Elisa Klein, the water conservation coordinator from the Arizona Municipal Water Users Association, will discuss this extremely important topic. Free. Donations appreciated. Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale. 6:30–8 p.m. 

Meet Michael Swearngin and fall in love with this nationally acclaimed artist's contemporary take on classic Western subjects. Appetizers and refreshments served. Free. Grace Renee Gallery, 7212 E. Ho Hum Rd. #7, Carefree. 4–7 p.m. 

Like a poetry slam, but with tech ideas! If something has caught your attention, made you wonder, or made you want to share with others, you’ll have 6–7 min to present in a non-formal way. The purpose is to get lots of new information on the table. Free. North Valley Regional Library, 40410 N. Gavilan...

Enjoy this series of cultural, social and educational events highlighting the diverse culture of China, including the country’s arts, food, dance, entertainment, history and heritage. Free. Margaret T. Hance Park East, 1202 N. 3rd St., Phoenix. See website for schedule. 480-650-2610

Italian jewelry designer Laura Bicego brings her private collection of elegant, handmade, 18 karat gold jewelry along with her signature Nanis collection to Grace Renee Gallery. Ten percent of Nanis sales will be donated to Arizona Musicfest. Free. 7212 E. Ho Hum Rd. #7, Carefree. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. 

Join Thunderbird Artists for the 8th Annual Waterfront Fine Art & Wine Festival. Stroll the beautiful banks of the Scottsdale Waterfront District and enjoy juried fine art, wine tasting, spirit sampling, live music, delectable edibles and sculptures by world-renowned artist, Al Glann. $3 admission; $10 wine tasting glass and six tickets. Scottsdale Waterfront, south of...

Celebrate all things chocolate, and romance too. You’ll find some of the most unique and delicious chocolate confections around! Free. Murphy Park, 58th and Glendale Avenues, Glendale. 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Saturday; noon - 5 p.m. Sunday

RSVP now for the 10th Annual Desert Foothills Library Gala to be held Feb. 9 at the library. Enjoy hosted cocktails, a gourmet dinner and a january 2019 imagesar izona.com 29 live and silent auction, all within the newly remodeled Desert Foothills Library. Entertainment provided by celebrated pianist Nicole Pesce and performers from the Phoenix...