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Christmas at Carefree Church
2017-12-24 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Phoenix)
Join Carefree Church for four identical Christmas services followed by an outdoor festival, including ice skating, real snow, snacks and children’s activities. Free. 5025 E. Carefree Hwy., Carefree. 10 a.m.; 1 p.m.; 3 p.m.; and 5 p.m. carefreechurch.com

Concerts on the Canal
2017-12-23 19:00 - 20:30, 2017-12-16 19:00 - 20:30, 2017-12-09 19:00 - 20:30
Scottsdale Waterfront’s Soleri Plaza will be the place to be for December’s Saturday night live music concerts. Free. 4420 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 7 to 8:30 p.m. experiencescottsdale.com

MTA Annual Holiday Show
2017-12-21 19:00 - 20:00
Get ready for a musical extravaganza as Musical Theatre of Anthem showcases its talent for this annual holiday performance. $15. 42323 N. Vision Way, Anthem. 7 p.m. musicaltheatreofanthem.org

Songs of the Season by Upscale Singers
2017-12-17 17:00 - 19:00, 2017-12-10 17:00 - 19:00
Tickets are on sale now for the 12th Annual Upscale Singers “Songs of the Season” concert. $7–$20. Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 34605 N. Tom Darlington, Carefree. 5 p.m. Ticket information: 480-575-0811; upscalesingers.com

ProMusica: Comfort and Joy
2017-12-16 19:30 - 21:30
Brighten your holiday season with ProMusica Arizona. This year’s holiday concert, Comfort and Joy, will feature beautiful sacred and secular classics, soldiers marching, snowflakes waltzing and a sugar plum fairy dancing in our minds to selections from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite. $12–$20. Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, 39808 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem. 7:30 p.m. 623-326-5172; pmaz.org

ProMusica: Comfort and Joy
2017-12-16 19:30 - 21:30 | cross of christ lutheran church
Brighten your holiday season with ProMusica Arizona. This year’s holiday concert, Comfort and Joy, will feature beautiful sacred and secular classics, soldiers marching, snowflakes waltzing and a sugar plum fairy dancing in our minds to selections from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite. Adults $20; seniors (65+)/military $18; students (16-26) $12. Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, 39808 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem. 7:30 p.m. 623-326-5172; pmaz.org

Carriage Rides with Mrs. Claus
2017-12-16 16:00 - 20:00
Mrs. Claus and her helper Cowboy are coming to Las Tiendas in her beautiful white carriage, bringing stories, carolers, Bryan’s BBQ and holiday fun. Free gingerbread men for the kids! 6130 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 4 to 8 p.m. lastiendascavecreek.com

A Jubilant Christmas Concert
2017-12-16 16:00 - 17:00
Fill your hearts with the joy of Christmas as Christ the Lord Lutheran Church presents its annual Christmas concert. Bells will ring and the choir will sing holiday carols. Free. 9502 E. Cave Creek Rd., Carefree. 4 p.m. 480-488-2081; ctlcarefree.org

Sugar Plum Avenue
2017-12-16 15:00 - 19:00
The Scottsdale 5th Avenue District will be transformed into a winter wonderland, complete with the Sugar Plum Fairy and live ballet performances on the half hour. Live entertainment, aerial performances and interactive activities for children. Free. 3 to 7 p.m. scottsdazzle.com

Wednesdays at Terravita Farm ‘n’ Art Market
2017-12-16 15:00 - 19:00
Farm fresh eats and delectable designs are the perfect pairing each Wednesday through May at Magic Bird’s new Farm ‘n’ Art shows that combine the farmers’ market concept with a pinch of artisan spice. Free. 34402 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 3 to 7 p.m. magicbirdfestivals.com

Musical Auditions for MTA Anniversary Show
2017-12-16 12:30 - 16:00
Sing your way to Musical Theater of Anthem’s 10th anniversary show auditions for young actors ages 8-19 (with three roles for adults). Rehearsals begin Jan. 18; performances March 1–4. Prepare a one-minute song, sing a capella or bring an accompaniment CD or iPod. Registration materials and pre-audition workshop information available online. Tuition and costume fee $275; scholarships available. 42323 N. Vision Way, Anthem. 12:30 p.m. musicaltheatreofanthem.org

Cactus Shadows Alum, Big Earl’s Owner Shows Students What’s Cookin’
2017-12-16 | big earls greasy eats
Brooke Butler, owner of Big Earls Greasy Eats and Cactus Shadows Alumna (’08) and Big Earl’s kitchen manager Andrew Martin shared knife skills and other kitchen tricks in the school’s CTE culinary classroom last month. The two brought real-world experience to help students learn and appreciate all that goes on behind the scenes of a restaurant. Said Cactus Shadows principal Dr. Steve Bebee, “Brook’s experiences bring relevance to what is being taught. When that business owner is a former Falcon herself, that just makes the experience even more special.”

Las Noches de las Luminarias
2017-12-15 17:30 - 2017-12-17 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

Holiday Artisan Market
2017-12-15 10:00 - 2017-12-17 17:00
Find a treasure trove of unique, original art and handmade holiday gifts. Free. Sonoran Arts League Center for the Arts, 7100 E. Cave Creek Rd., Ste. 144, Cave Creek. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 480-575-6624; sonoranartsleague.org

A Cirque Nutcracker with Troupe Vertigo
2017-12-15 08:00 - 2017-12-24 17:00
Experience Christmas in a whole new way as The Phoenix Symphony combines two of the Valley’s most popular traditions, Tchaikovsky’s magical The Nutcracker and world renowned Cirque troupe performed live with The Phoenix Symphony. $32–$117. Mesa Arts Center Ikeda Theater, One E. Main St., Mesa. See website for schedule. 480-644-6500; phoenixsymphony.org

Scottsdazzle Art Walk
2017-12-14 18:30 - 21:30
Join in on the fun of the art walk with live entertainment, free horse and carriage rides and more along Scottsdale Waterfront. Free. Marshall Way between Main St. and 5th Ave., Scottsdale. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. scottsdazzle.com

East Africa: the Land, Wildlife and People
2017-12-14 15:00 - 16:00
Speaker Donald Pearman Jr. will share his travel ventures to Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. Meet the Maasai, visit the Great Rift Valley and experience wild animals up-close and personal. Free. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 3 to 4 p.m. Registration required. 480-488-2286; desertfoothillslibrary.org

Hanukkah Celebration
2017-12-13 17:00 - 18:30
Celebrate Hanukkah with North Valley Jewish Community Association. Cocktails, candle lighting ceremony and traditional buffet dinner. Adults $30; children: 3-10, $15; under 3 years free. Anthem Country Club Ironwood Grille, 2708 W. Anthem Club Dr., Anthem. 5 p.m. RSVP by Dec. 8. Mail check payable to NVJCA to NVJCA, 39506 N. Daisy Mountain Dr., Suite 122-198, Anthem, AZ 85086. 623-322-0957; fkesselman@cox.net

Chanukah Celebration
2017-12-12 - 2017-12-20
Choirs will sing and the official lighting of the menorah will be performed each evening at sundown, welcoming this special festival. Each night, a local synagogue will light a candle. Free. Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion, 101 Easy St., Carefree. Evenings. christmasincarefree.com

Songs of the Season by Upscale Singers
2017-12-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Desert Hills Presbyterian Church
Tickets are on sale now for the 12th Annual Upscale Singers “Songs of the Season” concert. Adults $20; teens 13 through high school $10; children 12 and under $7. Desert Hills Presbyterian Church 34605 N. Tom Darlington, Carefree. 5 p.m. Ticket information: 480-575-0811; upscalesingers.com

’Twas a Girls’ Night Before Christmas
2017-12-09 17:00 - 20:00
From the producers of the box office smash “Girls Night: The Musical” comes this new, must-see holiday show guaranteed to resonate with anyone who has survived the holiday season, from visits with in-laws to overcrowded malls. $29–$49. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. 480-499-8587; scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Ryan Sims at Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion
2017-12-09 17:00 - 19:00
Local celebrity and national name Ryan Sims brings his fun brand of country music to Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion. Free with donation of unwrapped toy. 101 Easy St., Carefree. 5–7 p.m. christmasincarefree.com

Miracle of Roses Pageant
2017-12-09 16:00 - 17:00
Old Adobe Mission Church will hold a pageant honoring Our Lady of Guadalupe as part of Scottsdazzle’s December festivities. Free. 3817 N. Brown Ave., Scottsdale. 4 to 5 p.m. scottsdaleaz.gov

Youth Orchestras in Concert
2017-12-09 15:30 - 17:00
North Valley Symphony Orchestra’s three youth orchestras will perform their annual holiday concert at Cactus Shadows High School. Free. 5802 E. Dove Valley Rd., Cave Creek. 3:30 p.m. northvalleysymphony.org

Cowboy Christmas
2017-12-09 15:00 - 19:00
It’s a Cowboy Christmas in Old Town Scottsdale! Pull up your boots, then dine, shop and have an Old West-style good time. Check website for events and details. Free. 3 to 7 p.m. scottsdazzle.com

Franciscan Frontiersmen
2017-12-09 14:00 - 15:30
Cave Creek Museum is excited to host award-winning journalist, historian and Carefree resident, Robert A. Kittle to share insights into his recently published book, “Franciscan Frontiersmen,” the story of three improbable heroes who opened up a broader swath of the North American continent than Lewis and Clark. Free for members; non-members $5. 6140 Skyline Dr., Cave Creek. 2 to 3:30 p.m. RSVP 480-488-2764; cavecreekmuseum.org
