Buckeye Air Fair
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
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
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
Musical Champagne Salon
Treat yourself to a evening of music, hors d’oeuvres, desserts, champagne and wine at ProMusica Arizona’s Second Annual Musical Champagne Salon. $80 per person. Held in a private home; address available upon reservation. 7 p.m. 623-326-5172
Bring In the Sounds
The Scottsdale Philharmonic will present the beautiful sounds of Dvorak, Strauss, Marquez and Puccini. Free; VIP seating available for $15 donation. Scottsdale Bible Church, 7601 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale. 4–6 p.m. 480-951-6077
Dinner and Decadence Gift Package
Marcellino Ristorante has created a special menu designed to pamper couples with an intimate, romantic four-course dinner and hand-picked Italian varietals at Marcellino Ristorante and a spa package from Joya Spa that includes a one-hour massage for two, lunch poolside or on the patio, and use of the spa’s amenities. Marcellino Ristorante also offers Baskets...
Chaco and the Origins of Pueblo Style
Dr. Stephen Lekson, curator of archaeology and professor of anthropology at the Museum of Natural History, University of Colorado, Boulder, presents Chaco and the Origins of "Pueblo Style" at this month’s meeting of the Desert Foothills Chapter of the Arizona Archaeological Society. Free. Maitland Hall at The Good Shepard of the Hills Episcopal Church, 6502...
Chaco and the Origins of Pueblo Style
Dr. Stephen Lekson, curator of archaeology and professor of anthropology at the Museum of Natural History, University of Colorado, Boulder, presents Chaco and the Origins of "Pueblo Style" at this month’s meeting of the Desert Foothills Chapter of the Arizona Archaeological Society. Free. Maitland Hall at The Good Shepard of the Hills Episcopal Church, 6502...
The Firebird
The past and future collide in one spectacular production for Ballet Arizona’s performances of The Firebird, a completely new production from artistic director Ib Andersen, and La Sylphide, one of the world’s oldest ballets. Live music by The Phoenix Symphony. $25 and up; discounts for seniors, college students, military, individuals aged 18-29, and groups of...
Desert Foothills Woman’s Club Fundraiser
An evening of dinner, dancing and silent and live auctions will allow DFWC to provide scholarships to graduating women and funds to non-profits. $75. Grayhawk Country Club, 8620 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy., Scottsdale. Detailed information available by email at dfwc50@gmail.com