Make a Wreath
Joi Prater Interiors will host two-hour wreath-making classes. Materials include a 22-inch fresh wreath, French ribbons, ornaments, pinecones and other embellishments. Learn to make bows and make your wreath uniquely your own! Fees to be determined. 748 Easy St., Suite 9, Carefree. 2–4 p.m. Dec. 1, 2; 6–8 p.m. Dec. 4, 5. 602-930-8679; joipraterinteriors.com
Holiday Chocolate Making
Discover the lost art of hand-dipping chocolate at this class for ages 13 and up. Sponsored by CCUSD’s Education & Community Services. $150. Cactus Shadows High School, 5802 E. Dove Valley Rd., Cave Creek. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 480-575-2440; ecsforall.org
Youth Orchestra Concert
cactus shadowsNorth Valley Symphony Orchestra’s three youth orchestras will be performing their annual holiday concert. Free. Cactus Shadows High School, 5802 E. Dove Valley Rd., Cave Creek. 3:30 p.m. northvalleysymphony.org
Scottsdale Arts Gala
Celebrate the arts in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale! Featuring Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Matthew Morrison, star of “Glee” and Broadway’s “Hairspray.” $150–500. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale. 5 p.m. 480-499-8587; scottsdaleperformingarts.org
Scottsdale Arts Gala
Celebrate the arts in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale! Featuring Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Matthew Morrison, star of “Glee” and Broadway’s “Hairspray.” $150–500. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale. 5 p.m. 480-499-8587; scottsdaleperformingarts.org
McCormick Ranch Holiday Magic
Kick off the holidays with McCormick Ranch’s Seventh Annual Holiday Magic celebration, featuring snow play, face painting, a petting zoo, musical performances, super heroes, Santa and more. Free. The Mercado, 8140 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale. 5–8 p.m. mrpoa.com
Bus It to the Eddie Basha Collection
Cave Creek Museum's inaugural adventure begins with a day trip to the Eddie Basha Collection in Chandler. Includes charter bus, admission to the museum and a Scandinavian Christmas smorgasbord lunch. Contact the museum for pricing and availability. Cave Creek Museum, 6140 E. Skyline Dr., Cave Creek. 8:30 a.m. 480-488-2764; cavecreekmuseum.org
Hanukkah Sameach!
Celebrate Hanukkah at the Ironwood Grille Room in Anthem Country Club. Cocktails, candle lighting ceremony and service followed by a traditional buffet dinner. Cash bar available. RSVP by Nov. 26. NVJCA, 39506 N. Daisy Mountain Dr. Ste. 122-198, Anthem, AZ 85086. $30/adults; $15/children 3-10; Free for children under 3. 5 p.m. 623-322-0957; fkesselman@cox.net
Raptors in Your Back Yard
You’ve seen the hawks circling overhead and heard the owls hooting in the evening and early morning, but do you have a grasp of the true superpowers they exhibit? See them up close and learn how you can help them. Donations appreciated. Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale. 6:30 p.m. azfcf.org
Celebrity Make-Up Application Class
Charlie Green, make-up artist to the stars, will be demonstrating a gorgeous Christmas/New Year's make-up look for one of our local residents! It is fun, informational, educational, and best of all, brings out the inner beauty in all of us. Free. Foothills Food Bank donations accepted. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 5–6:30 p.m. 480-488-2286;...