DOGGIE STREET FESTIVAL
2019-01-26 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Phoenix)
Life is “ruff” when you’re a dog! Bring your friendly pup for music, yummy eats, vet tips, special guests and more. Free. Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix. 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

VALLEY CHAMBER CHORALE
2019-01-27 16:00 - 17:00
The Valley Chamber Chorale presents an eclectic repertoire, including unaccompanied works of the Renaissance and selections by twentieth century American composers. Free. Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 34605 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 4 p.m.

WASTE MANAGEMENT PHOENIX OPEN
2019-01-28 - 2019-02-03
This year’s Greatest Show on Grass lineup includes Phil Mickelson, Rickie Fowler, Bubba Watson, Gary Woodland, Charley Hoffman and Cameron Champ. See website for ticket prices and schedule. TPC Scottsdale, 17020 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale.

THE ART OF PREPARING FOR LIFE-CHANGING EVENTS
2019-01-28 15:00 - 16:30
Learn to protect family assets, lessen decision-making burdens and ease the stress of fulfilling daily tasks for loved ones. Includes a 110-page personal document organizer and 36-page estate planning guide. $65. Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale. 3-4:30 p.m. 480-488- 1090

SOCK MONKEYS: AMERICA’S LOVE STORY
2019-01-30 18:30 - 20:30
Artist, award-winning photographer and the “Sock Monkey Lady” Dee Lindner invites you to join in the fun of America’s red-heel sock monkey tradition. Bring your own to show off! Free. Sedona Public Library, 3250 White Bear Rd., Sedona. 6:30 p.m.

Beethoven and Haydn
2019-02-01 - 2019-02-02
Maestro Tito Muñoz celebrates the return of Jennifer Koh with Esa-Pekka Salonen’s Violin Concerto: a virtuosic and flashy, aggressive and brutal, meditative and static masterwork. $25–$103. Phoenix Symphony Hall, 1 N. 1st St., Suite 200, Phoenix. 602-495-1999

Front Porch Pickins
2019-02-01 10:00 - 16:00
Front Porch Pickins’ one-day-only pop-up shopping experience will feature about 40 carefully curated vendors offering all things chippy, peely, repurposed and handmade. $5. 15650 N. 83rd Way, Scottsdale. 10 a.m. 4 p.m.

DENVER AND THE MILE HIGH ORCHESTRA
2019-02-01 16:00 - 17:00
It’s a red-hot horn section with jazz and big band roots; Denver and the Mile High Orchestra have created a power funk sound that defies description. Free. Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 34605 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 4 p.m.

Artlink First Fridays Art Walk
2019-02-01 18:00 - 22:00
It’s one of the nation’s largest self-guided art walks! Tour more than 70 galleries, venues and art-related spaces. Free. Downtown Phoenix, maps available online. 6–10 p.m.

Arizona Vegetarian Food Festival
2019-02-02 10:00 - 2019-02-03 17:00
Celebrate plant-based eating at the Valley’s largest veg fest. See website for ticket pricing. Scottsdale Civic Center Amphitheater, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

I Love My Library Month
2019-02-03 - 2019-02-28
February is “I Love My Library Month” at Desert Foothills Library initiated in response to an anonymous matching grant gift to raise up to $15,000 for enhancing youth and teen educational services and programs. Desert Foothills Library has only four weeks to garner donations to be matched dollar-for-dollar, and asks its members, community, and the public to consider making a gift during the month to help support the library and its efforts to enrich our community. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 480-488-2286

Bach Concerto in Concert
2019-02-03 15:00 - 17:00
Violinists Katherin McLin and Stephen Redfield and oboist Martin Schuring perform a stunning Bach concerti. $21 in advance; $25 at the door. All Saints Episcopal, 6300 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 3 p.m.

History of San Xavier during the Mission Period
2019-02-04 13:00 - 14:30
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

Water: Use It Wisely
2019-02-04 18:30 - 20:00
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.

Artist Michael Swearngin
2019-02-07 16:00 - 19:00
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.

No Particular Order
2019-02-07 18:00 - 2019-03-14 21:00
Fiat Lux Gallery’s spring show features the work of Phoenix artist Brian Boner, whose 150-foot-long mural on the MonOrchid in the Phoenix downtown arts district is dedicated to those who have died due to homelessness. Opening reception Feb. 7, 6–9 p.m. Free. 6919 E. 1st Ave., Scottsdale. See website for hours.

Tech Slam: Big Ideas Forum
2019-02-07 18:30 - 20:00
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 Peak Pkwy., Anthem. 6:30–7:45 p.m. 602-652-3000

Phoenix Chinese Week
2019-02-08 08:00 - 2019-02-10 17:00
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

Arizona Musicfest Benefit
2019-02-08 10:00 - 2019-02-09 17:00
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.

Art in Motion
2019-02-08 10:00 - 2019-02-10 17:00
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 Nordstrom’s on the Southbridge pedestrian walkway. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Sueños de Mexico
2019-02-08 17:00 - 2019-02-15 19:00
Adelante Gallery at Carefree’s Historic Spanish Village presents an exhibition of artwork by Gretchen Lopez. Artist reception wil be held Feb. 8, 5–7 p.m. Free. 7212 E. Ho Hum Rd., #14, Carefree. 480-488-1285

Glendale Chocolate Affaire
2019-02-09 - 2019-02-10
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

ROLLING OUT THE RED CARPET
2019-02-09 08:00 - 17:00
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 Opera. $200/person. 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 480-488-2286; dcourt@dfla.org

Strong Beer Festival
2019-02-09 08:00 - 17:00
The 19th annual Arizona Strong Beer Festival will serve as the major kick-off celebration to the 10-day stretch of hundreds of craft beer events that make up Arizona Beer Week. Enjoy more than 500 craft brews, live music, delicious restaurant and food truck offerings, and Strong Man Games. See website for schedule and pricing. Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix. strongbeerfest.com

Buckeye Air Fair
2019-02-09 09:00 - 2019-02-10 15:00
Experience the sights of vintage and military aircraft, action-packed demonstrations, kids’ zone, Arizona SciTech exhibitions, live entertainment and more. Two-hour air show begins at noon each day. See website for ticket and VIP pricing. Buckeye Municipal Airport, 3000 S. Palo Verde Rd., Buckeye. 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Hoop Dancing World Championship
2019-02-09 09:00 - 2019-02-10 17:00
repare for stunning performances of the men and women who are vying to call themselves World Champion Hoop Dancer. Adults $18; Seniors $13.50; American Indians $12; Children 4–12 $7.50; children 3 and under free. Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. 602-252-8840

Corks and Cactus
2019-02-09 13:00 - 2019-02-10 16:30
Sample, sip and savor your way through the splendor of Desert Botanical Garden. Sample from 40 different wines each day, enjoy talented musical entertainment and purchase delicious fare. $45/day. Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 1–4:30 p.m. 480-941-1225
