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Arizona Fine Art Expo
2018-01-12 10:00 - 2018-03-25 18:00 (America/Phoenix)
January 12 through March 25
10 a.m.–6 p.m. daily
26540 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale
$10 season passes; $8 seniors and military; free for children under 12
480-837-7163
arizonafineartexpo.com

Arizona Bach Festival
2018-01-12 08:00 - 2018-01-27 17:00 | All Saints’ Episcopal Church
Join the ninth annual season of inspiring, transcendent performances of the music of Johann Sebastian Bach. See website for schedule and details. $23 in advance; $25 at the door. Concerts held at All Saints’ Episcopal Church, 6300 N. Central Ave., Phoenix; and Central United Methodist Church, 1875 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. arizonabachfestival.org

Winter Salon Musicale
2018-01-11 17:30 - 18:30
5:30 p.m.
Private Sedona residence, TBA
$125
928-204-2415
chambermusicsedona.org

Winter Salon Musicale
2018-01-11 17:30
Enjoy beautiful chorale music in the shadows of Sedona’s red rocks. Part of the Sedona Winter Music Festival. $125. Private Sedona residence, TBA. 5:30 p.m. 928-204-2415; chambermusicsedona.org
*Photo Courtesy Sedona Winter Festival

John Randall Nelson Exhibition
2018-01-11 10:00 - 2018-02-11 17:00
Contemporary artists John Randall Nelson uses symbolism and tropes to portray esoteric narratives. Free. Gebert Contemporary, 7160 Main St., Scottsdale. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily; closed Sundays. 480-429-0711; gebertartaz.com

Get the Scoop on Ancient Southwestern Pottery
2018-01-10 19:00 - 21:00 | The Good Shepard of the Hills Episcopal Church
Allen Dart, an Arizona Humanities speaker and archaeologist, will hold an interesting discussion about ancient Native American ceramic styles, as well as the importance of context in archaeology. Free. The Good Shepard of the Hills Episcopal Church, 6502 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 7 p.m. 623-512-1665; azarchsoc.wildapricot.org

Fifth Annual Sedona Winter Music Festival
2018-01-09 - 2018-01-14
Chamber Music Sedona will host its dynamic annual six-day celebration of the performing arts. The festival will culminate Jan. 14 with a concert at the Sedona Performing Arts Center. See website for performance and class schedules and ticket info. chambermusicsedona.org

ProMusica Arizona Chorale and Orchestra Auditions
2018-01-08 08:00 - 17:00
ProMusica Arizona will be holding auditions for both the chorale and orchestra. All voices and instruments are welcome. Email Patti Graetz at pgraetz@pmaz.org for an audition appointment. Crosswinds Presbyterian Church, 20125 N. 15th Ave., Phoenix. 7:45–9 p.m. 623-326-5172; pmaz.org

Amahl and the Night Visitors
2018-01-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Christ the Lord Lutheran Church
The Living Music Performance Series will portray this Gian Carlos Menotti one-act opera, the story of a miracle, produced in collaboration with St. Barnabas on the Desert at Christ the Lord Lutheran Church. $25. 9205 E. Cave Creek Rd., Carefree. 7 p.m. 480-488 2081; ctlcarefree.org

Christmas Tree Recycling
2018-01-06 - 2018-02-14
Drop off your Christmas tree at collection bins available at Eldorado, Scottsdale Ranch and Thompson Peak City Parks. No artificial trees, stands or ornaments. Curbside pickup is available during regular brush and bulk collection weeks. Place your tree in the brush pile away from bulk items. scottsdaleaz.gov

Attention Teachers!
2018-01-04 09:00 - 12:30
The Heard Museum has an event just for K-12 educators: Flavors of the Past & Present. Learn how to prepare a delicious dish with ancestral ingredients and taste the flavors of culinary wisdom. Educators will receive curriculum resources and a certificate for tracking professional development hours. Free. 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. RSVP required. education@heard.org; 602-252-8840; heard.org

Saturday Fun in Downtown Scottsdale
2018-01-01 13:00 - 2018-01-31 16:00
There’s something for everyone Saturdays in Downtown Scottsdale! See Arizona’s Singing Cowboy serenade the crowd in Old Town or catch a free carriage ride. Watch Hollywood Stuntman Hall of Famer Johnny Hot Shot in action and experience blacksmithing demonstrations. Music, food, art and more throughout the Arts and 5th Avenue Districts, too! Free. Downtown Scottsdale. Saturdays, 1 to 4 p.m. scottsdaleaz.gov

Sweet Sounds of Sundays with Sunday A’Fair
2018-01-01 12:00 - 2018-01-31 16:00
Sunday A’Fair features free outdoor concerts by the Valley’s top musicians, an arts-and-crafts market and fun activities for children and families. Free concerts run from noon to 4 p.m. most Sundays from Jan. 14 through April 8 on the Civic Center Mall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale. scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Take a Ride on the Trolley
2018-01-01 11:00 - 2018-01-31 21:00
Carefree Councilman Mike Farrar has found a unique way of highlighting the food, art and fun of Carefree and Cave Creek! The Foothills Trolley now runs every 30 minutes each weekend through April. Cave Creek stops include Big Earl’s Greasy Eats, Buffalo Chip Saloon, Frontier Town, Grotto/Red Truck, The Horny Toad, Las Tiendas, Local Jonny’s, Mountain View Pub, Stagecoach Village and the Town of Cave Creek public parking lot. Carefree trolley stop sponsors are Spanish Village and the Town of Carefree Sundial. Free. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

Life on the Range
2018-01-01 08:00 - 2018-01-31 17:00
The breathtaking photography of Scott T. Baxter will be on display at Fiat Lux Gallery through Jan. 11. Scott’s award-winning photographs have been featured in American Cowboy, Arizona Highways, Cowboys & Indians, Western Horseman, Men’s Journal and Images Arizona. Some are part of a permanent collections at the Phoenix Art Museum and more. He recently completed a captivating 10-year legacy project for the Arizona Centennial called “100 Years, 100 Ranchers” depicting a disappearing way of life. Free. 6919 E. 1st Ave., Scottsdale. Thursdays 7 to 9 p.m. 480-280-8000; fiatluxgallery.com

MIM Winter/Spring Concert Series
2018-01-01 08:00 - 2018-01-31 17:00
Tickets are on sale now for Musical Instrument Museum’s exciting 2018 winter and spring concert series, which includes more than 50 concerts from January through April, spanning across generations and genres. Featured artists include Lyle Lovett, Al Jardine and Booker T. Jones, among other notable talent. Check website for schedule and ticket information. Additional artists will be added throughout the season. mim.org

Calling All Artists!
2018-01-01 - 2018-02-19
The Desert Hills Land Trust is accepting entries or the 2018 “It’s Art for Land’s Sake” exhibition and sale March 16–23. The show is a partnership with the Sonoran Arts League. Deadline is Feb. 19. Entry fee is $25. dflt.org

See All Your Skin Can Be
2018-01-01 - 2018-01-31
Make-up artist Charlie Green, whose clientele includes Heidi Klum, Gisele Bundchen, Cindy Crawford, Angelina Jolie, Victoria’s Secret “Angels” campaign models and many others, is now offering sessions by appointment only at Skin Revision in Carefree. Charlie spent 25 years working her magic in Paris and New York, and her goal now is to provide a personalized education in beauty and rejuvenation. She does not represent a specific brand of skin care, but instead chooses to use a variety of products to personalize a look and a skincare regiment that makes sense for each individual. 917-544-2425; iamcharliegreen@icloud.com

Sedona Film Festival
2018-01-01 - 2018-02-28
Films will run all day beginning Saturday, Feb. 24 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre, 2030 W. Highway 89A; Sedona Performing Arts Center at Sedona Red Rock High School, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd.; and Sedona Harkins 6, 2081 W. Highway 89A.
Platinum Priority Passes are $1,150; Gold Priority Passes are $550; 20-ticket packages are $255; 10-ticket packages are $130; and full-time students can get the 10-ticket package for $100. Single tickets are $15 and go on sale mid-February.
Priority Pass holders may select the films they want to view beginning at 9 a.m. Feb. 5. Ten- and 20-ticket pass holders can select films beginning 9 a.m. Feb. 12. Individual film tickets go on sale to the general public Feb. 19. Packages, other than for full-time students, are available through the website or the festival box office at 928-282-1177.
sedonafilmfestival.org

NVCA Taps New Principal
2018-01-01 - 2018-01-31
Lisa Upper has been named North Valley Christian Academy K-12 principal and lead academic administrator. Lisa transferred to the Valley from North Carolina to join NVCA in August 2017, and holds a master’s in school administration and bachelor of arts in elementary education. She held administrative leadership positions with Caldwell Academy and North Carolina Public Schools and is the creator and administrator of livinghistorykids.com, a history-focused program for after-school clubs and summer programs. Welcome, Lisa, to the North Valley! NVCA, 33655 N. 27th Dr., Phoenix. 623-551-3454; northvalleyca.org

ArabHorse Farm Tour
2017-12-29 - 2018-01-01
Ten Arab horse farms throughout North Scottsdale will open their doors to families, equine enthusiasts and animal lovers alike to give the public a unique glimpse into the world of Arabian horse breeding and showing. Proceeds benefit Healing Hearts Animal Rescue and Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Visit website for schedule, cost and locations. arabhorsefarmtours.com

History in the Desert Open at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead
2017-12-28 08:00 - 17:00
A new exhibit at the Brown’s Ranch Trailhead in Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve offers insights into the Arizona Historical Society’s role in preserving the state’s history and telling its unique story. History in the Desert includes artifacts and photographs showing historic ranching, mining, farming and other elements of Arizona history. Free. 30301 N. Alma School Pkwy., Scottsdale. 7 to 9 a.m. Mon.–Fri.; 7 to 11 a.m. Sat.–Sun. mcdowellsonoran.org

Late Nite Catechism III: ’Til Death Do Us Part
2017-12-28 08:00 - 17:00
Arizona’s favorite ruler-wielding nun is back in the habit in this popular sequel to the Late Nite Catechism comedies. Performed Saturdays through Feb. 24. $31–$39. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Stage 2, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. 8 p.m. 480-499-8587;
scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Alison Brown Quartet
2017-12-28 08:00 - 17:00 | La Casa de Cristo Church
Arizona Musicfest presents Grammy-winner Alison Brown, who has established herself as not only one of the best banjo players in the world, but also one of the most innovative musicians around today. $35–$55. La Casa de Cristo Church, 6300 E. Bell Rd., Phoenix. 7:30 p.m. 480-422-8449; azmusicfest.org

Art Party and Reception at el Pedregal
2017-12-28 08:00 - 17:00 | The Gallery at el Pedregal
Come to The Gallery at el Pedregal for an afternoon of fine art, artist demonstrations, delicious food and musical performances. Free. 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., second floor, Carefree. 1 to 4 p.m. 480-575-6624

Rock and Roll Marathon Series
2017-12-28 08:00 - 17:00
Running is fun when it comes with live music and excitement! The Rock ‘N’ Marathon is a relatively flat course that runs through Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe. Road closure information, routes, fees and schedule are available online. runrocknroll.com

Las Noches de las Luminarias
2017-12-26 17:30 - 2017-12-30 21:30
Dec. 8-10;
15-17; 19-23; 26-30
Las Noches de las Luminarias
This Desert Botanical Gardens’ favorite features more than 8,000 hand-lit luminaria bags, thousands of twinkle lights and 10 unique entertainment ensembles. $12.50–$30. Member discounts available. 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. 480-941-1225; dbg.org

Sing-a-Long-a Grease
2017-12-26 08:00 - 2017-12-30 17:00
Grease is the word with this fully interactive screening of the classic film with subtitled lyrics. Audience members are encouraged to dress up like a Rydell High T-Bird or Pink Lady (costume competition included!) and sing and dance along. $18. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. See website for schedule. 480-499-8587; scottsdaleperformingarts.org

When Your Crown Slips …
2017-12-26 - 2017-12-30
Anthem Christian author and women’s motivational speaker Sherry-Marie Perguson has published her seventh book, “Your Crown Slips So What Sparkle On!” The book is a journey of humor, faith and delicious recipes. 623-258-3599; sherrymarieperguson.com

Holidays at the Heard
2017-12-26 - 2017-12-30
Experience American Indian music and dance performances, including crowd favorites like hoop dancing and fancy dancing, and enjoy fry bread, fry bread tacos and artist demonstrations. See website for performance schedules. $7.50–$18; Free for members, children under 5, and Native Americans. Steele Auditorium, 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 602-252-8840; heard.org
