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

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;...

Foothills Academy's Elementary Campus (K-6) in partnership with the Arizona Science Center and Kiwanis Club of Carefree will hold hands-on, minds-on STEAM learning activities for all ages. Free. 4720 E. Lone Mountain Rd., Cave Creek. 5-7 p.m. 480-292-9819

Kick off the holiday season with the SHOPS Gainey Village during their third annual Holiday Wine and Dine Christmas event. Enjoy acoustic music, horse and carriage rides, cookies, baked goods, coffee and hot chocolate, cookie decorating, raffles and wine tastings. Free. 5–8 p.m. 8777 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. theshopsatgaineyvillage.com

Visit Carefree’s fine art galleries, the beautiful Desert Gardens and the many great shops Carefree has to offer during the First Friday Art Walk. This month’s walk is full of holiday surprises! Free. Downtown Carefree. 4-7 p.m. carefree.org

Enjoy an opening artist reception Dec. 7, 5–8 p.m., for internationally recognized Navajo artist Alvin Yellowhorse and his museum-quality jewelry designs available through Dec. 16. Turquoise Tortoise, 431 SR 179, A3, at Hozho, Sedona. 928-282-2262; turquoisetortoisegallery.com

Master jeweler Michael Grant, known for his unmatched devotion to turquoise, will unveil his latest necklaces, cuffs, earrings and more, of a variety of the finest all-natural, hand-cut turquoise. Opening reception 5–8 p.m. Dec. 7. Lanning, a Bryant Nagel Gallery, 431 SR 179, A1-2, at Hozho, Sedona. 928-282-6865; lanninggallery.com

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch’s Center Stage Bar features some of the best live music in the Valley nearly every night. Join acoustic soul performer Obadiah Parker, who has built a strong following with strong vocals, impressive songwriting and unique, soulful style. Free. 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd., Scottsdale. 6–9:30 p.m....

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

The Magic Yarn Project is a 501(c)3 non-profit whose mission is to bring magic into the lives of children battling cancer. Join them to create a wig inspired by a Disney character that is warm and soft, providing a magical escape for these brave children. No experience is required. $60 includes lunch and supplies. RSVP....