Leonard Bernstein at 100: A Musical Celebration
2018-04-03 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Phoenix)
Returning for his 39th season in Scottsdale, acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Siegel presents “Leonard Bernstein at 100: A Musical Celebration” featuring stunning pianistic arrangements of songs from Bernstein’s West Side Story and more, followed by a Q&A. $29–$49; free for eligible veterans, teachers, students and patrons under 29 years of age. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. 7:30 p.m. 480-499-8587; scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Children of the World
2018-04-04 19:00 - 21:00
Arts at the Rocks presents “Children of the World” in a free concert open to the public. Through the powerful medium of song, dance, spoken word and creative media, Children of the World depicts reality for millions of children who cannot speak for themselves. Come hear their voice! Free. Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 34605 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 7 p.m. music@deserthills.org

Learn to Build Green
2018-04-05 19:00 - 20:30
Building with Earth & Mass is the topic of the City of Scottsdale’s Green Building Lecture. Hear about the timeless technology and simplicity of converting earth into efficient and durable structures. Free. Granite Reef Senior Center, 1700 N. Granite Reef Rd., Scottsdale. 7 to 8:30 p.m. scottsdaleaz.gov

Art, Coffee & Conversation
2018-04-06 10:00 - 12:00
Join Nicolette Maguire Bonnstetter at FCF-Holland Community Center once monthly as she facilitates various in-depth art discussions. Free. No registration required. FCF-Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale. 10 a.m.–noon. 480-488-1090; azfcf.org

Party Carefree-Style
2018-04-07 15:00 - 19:00
It’s a block party! Carefree residents, nearby neighbors in the Foothills area, businesses, non-profit volunteers and community partners are invited to enjoy a dunk tank by the Carefree water company, games for the kids, grilled burgers and hot dogs, an official pie baking contest, face painting, DJ, card games, kids lemonade stand, raffle prizes and more! $6, includes hamburger, hot dog or chili dog. Easy Street and the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion. 3–7 p.m. RSVP to events@carefree.org or 480-488-3686; carefree.org

Sinatra, the Beach Boys and Sondheim
2018-04-07 17:30 - 19:00
Upscale Singers present a musical salute to iconic entertainment greats
Frank Sinatra, the Beach Boys and Stephen Sondheim to support music education for area students. Hors d’oeuvres and silent auction. $40. FCF–Holland Community Center Cabaret Theater, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale. Social hour 5:30 p.m.; show begins at 6:30 p.m. RSVP 480-575-0188; upscalesingers.com

Vanessa Williams
2018-04-07 20:00 - 21:30, 2018-04-07 20:00 - 22:00
Mark Cortale presents Broadway at Scottsdale Center for Performing Arts. Vanessa Williams is one of the most respected and multi-faceted performers in entertainment today, winner of the Golden Globe, a Grammy and an Oscar for Best Original Song for her platinum single, “Colors of the Wind” from the Disney film Pocahontas. Accompanied by pianist and host Seth Rudetsky, she will perform on the Scottsdale stage. $59–$89. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. 8 p.m. 480-499-8587; scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Cycle Tour of the Arts
2018-04-08 08:30 - 10:30
Hop on your bike and get a personal look at some of the Valley’s best public art on this family-friendly guided bicycle ride around downtown Scottsdale, the greenbelt and canal paths. Approximately 10 miles long. Helmets are required. Free. Scottsdale Museum of the West, 3830 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale. 8:30–10:30 a.m. 480-312-2308; scottsdaleaz.gov

Arizona Bike Week
2018-04-11 - 2018-04-15
It’s the biggest motorcycle event in the Southwest, and it’s right here at WestWorld! Highlights include hundreds of world-class vendors, stunt shows, live music, demos, exhibitions, contests, flat track racing, auctions and bike shows. Each night ends with a concert featuring big names in the rock world. See website for pricing. 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. azbikeweek.com

Smitten by Stone
2018-04-11 19:00 - 21:00
Despite of being one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, humans have not always seen the Grand Canyon in a positive light. Arizona Humanities speaker Wayne Ranney will present “Smitten by Stone: How we Came to Love the Grand Canyon,” hosted by Arizona Archaeological Society Desert Foothills Chapter. Free. Good Shepard of the Hills Episcopal Church Maitland Hall, 6502 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. Free. 7 p.m. azarchsoc.wildapricot.org

Art + Architecture
2018-04-13 - 2018-04-15
The second annual Contemporary Forum Art + Architecture Weekend will showcase homes in the Valley that demonstrate exceptional architecture and world-class contemporary art. Ticket sales benefit Contemporary Forum, whose mission is to support contemporary art at the Phoenix Art Museum. This is an 18 and older event. See website for tickets and schedule. 602-257-1880; tickets.phxart.org

ProMusica Arizona 100-voice Season Finale
2018-04-13 14:00 - 2018-04-14 17:00
Tickets are on sale for what will surely be sold-out performances of ProMusica’s three-church choir, 100-voice season finale. ProMusica Arizona’s chorale will be joined by choirs from La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church, American Lutheran Church and All Saints Lutheran Church and accompanied by a string orchestra.
Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. April 13 at American Lutheran Church, 17200 N. Del Webb Blvd., Sun City; 2 p.m. April 14 at All Saints Lutheran Church, 15649 N. 7th St. Phoenix; and 2 p.m. April 15 at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church, 6300 E. Bell Rd., Scottsdale. $12–$18; children 15 and under free with paid adult ticket.
623-326-5172; pmaz.org

Corks, Concert & Conversation: An Evening with Esteban and Sam Pillsbury
2018-04-13 17:00 - 19:00
Enjoy an intimate evening with three of Arizona’s most celebrated culinary and musical artists: Sam Pillsbury, Esteban and Hermosa Inn Executive Chef Jeremy Pacheco. Sam Pillsbury will kick off the evening with an exclusive tasting of his Double Gold and Gold Medal Pillsbury Wines. Esteban will perform a concert with his violinist daughter, Teresa Joy, while guests enjoy tapas prepared by Chef Pacheco. $75 plus tax and service charge. Hermosa Inn, 5532 Palo Christi Rd., Paradise Valley. 5–7 p.m. RSVP 602-955-8614.

Carefree Italian Festival
2018-04-14 - 2018-04-15
The Carefree and Cave Creek Italian-America Club presents their annual Carefree Italian Festival. Enjoy bocce ball, kids’ contests and games, a grape stomping contest, pizza dough throwing contest, Italian music, food and drinks, an Italian wine tasting, an Italian classic car show and more! Showcasing most of the Italian Restaurants of Carefree and Cave Creek, including Corrado’s, Giordano’s and Pizzafarro. A portion of the proceeds to benefit domestic shelters. Festival location: 100 Easy St., Carefree. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. 480-231-0767

Go Green and Recycle
2018-04-14 08:00 - 11:00
Anthem residents are invited to attend the Anthem Community Council’s semi-annual Go Green event. Bring one form of Anthem residency identification and old computer, point-of-sale, telecom, printing, and A/V equipment; batteries; electronic components; household appliances; latex and water-based paint; paper; household hazardous waste; prescription and non-prescription drugs. See website for a complete list of acceptable and non-acceptable. Free. Anthem Community Park lower parking lot, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem. Enter from Whitman Drive. 8–11 a.m. Must be in line by 11 a.m. onlineatanthem.com

Upscale Singers Tribute Show
2018-04-14 18:30 - 21:00
Upscale Singers present a musical salute to iconic entertainment greats
Frank Sinatra, the Beach Boys and Stephen Sondheim to support music education for area students. Hors d’oeuvres and silent auction. $45. St. Patrick Catholic Church Fenlon Hall, 10815 N. 84th St., Scottsdale. Social hour 6:15 p.m.; show begins at 7:15 p.m. RSVP 480-575-0188; upscalesingers.com

Broadway Bonanza
2018-04-15 15:00 - 19:00
Carolyn Eynon Singers present Broadway Bonanza, bringing selections from Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Lion King, Sound of Music, Hamilton and more. They will be joined by guest soloist, Jacob Soulliere, AZDance, children from Boys and Girls Club of Scottsdale and a trio of drums, piano and bass. $20 adults; $10 students under 18. Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe. 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. 480-529-2630; carolyneynonsingers.com

Roberta Gambarini in Concert
2018-04-16 19:00 - 21:00
Continuing the tradition of great jazz singers, Roberta Gambarini follows in the steps of such iconic singers as Ella Fitzgerald, Carmen McRae and Sarah Vaughan. $38.50–43.50. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Scottsdale. 7 p.m. 480-478-6000; mim.org

Pinnacle Concert Series Presents Pamela Ruiter-Feenstra
2018-04-20 19:30 - 21:30
Internationally acclaimed performer, composer, pedagogue, and author of Bach and the Art of Improvisation, Dr. Pamela Ruiter-Feenstra will debut her new CD, Ruiter-Feenstra on the Richards & Fowkes, recorded in 2017 on the Pinnacle Presbyterian organ. $25–40; Free for students with ID. Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 7:30 p.m. 480-303-2474; pinnacleconcerts.com

“Chopped” Chili Cook-Off
2018-04-21 08:00 - 2018-04-22 17:00
Kief-Joshua Vineyards will once again host the non-profit Chili Appreciation Society International (CASI) in a professional two-day chili cook-off and wine tasting. Cooks from the Southwest will be competing for a spot in the national challenge. Five wine tastings, $15. $10 Rotary donation for chili tasting. 370 Elgin Rd., Elgin. See website for schedule. 520-455-5582; kiefjoshua.eventbrite.com

YMCA Healthy Kids Day
2018-04-21 09:00 - 13:00
Desert Foothills Family YMCA is inspiring kids to keep their minds and bodies active this summer. Focus on healthy eating and water safety, arts and crafts, face painting, bounce house, food vendors and more. Special presentations and appearances from world-renowned artist and sculptor Ray Villafane, City of Phoenix Police Department Razor vehicle, Foothills Animal Rescue and much more. Free. 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. 602-212-6058; valleyymca.org/desert-foothills

Art Party and Trunk Show
2018-04-21 09:00 - 17:00
Come to the Gallery at el Pedregal for artists’ demonstrations, tasty refreshments, entertaining music and food art by Arizona Culinary Institute. A trunk show with jewelry, glass, small sculpture and paintings will be held in the courtyard, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Free. 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, second floor. 1–4 p.m. 480-575-6658; sonoranartsleague.org

Amina Figarova at MIM
2018-04-21 19:30 - 21:30
Chicago Magazine calls Amina Figarova, “The lovely Azerbaijani pianist is as well regarded for her rich small-ensemble compositions as she is for her sparkling work at the keyboard.” $30.50–38.50. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Scottsdale. 7:30 p.m. 480-478-6000; mim.org

A Night in Spain
2018-04-25 19:00
Cartwright’s Chef Collaboration Series presents “A Taste of The Mediterranean: A Night in Spain,” celebrating contemporary and traditional fare of the Spanish seaside! This month’s guest chef is Chef German Sega, who is the epitome of a cultured chef. Originally from Argentina, Chef German has spent his life dedicated to cuisines from around the world. See website for cost and reservation information. 6710 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 6:30 p.m. 480-488-8031; cartwrightsmoderncuisine.com

Mr. BC 2018
2018-04-26 19:00 - 22:00
The annual Mr. BC pageant at Boulder Creek High School. All proceeds will go to the Daisy Mountain Fire Department and to provide funding for the families of fallen firefighters. This night will be filled with entertaining pop culture impersonations and is a community favorite! This year’s 2018 Mr. BC contestants are Ryan Norcia, Dylan Rinehart, Zack Covert, Hunter Jaskey, Logan Kroeger, Anthony Casarella, Murphy Hartmann, Steven Schauberger, Gabe Leite, Xavier Ruiz, Andre Thomas and Cole Rosander. $10. 40404 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem. 7–10 p.m.

Junk in the Trunk
2018-04-27 08:00 - 2018-04-29 17:00
More than 170 vintage, handmade crafts and antiques vendors will show their wares at Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market. $8–$65. WestWorld, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. junkinthetrunkvintagemarket.com

Big Bronco Sweet 18
2018-04-28 17:00 - 20:00
Big Bronco celebrates its 18th birthday with live music, food, drinks and a special sale on their Western and Southwestern furniture, home decor, accessories and gifts. Ten percent of all sale proceeds benefit Triple R Horse Rescue and Arizona Equine Rescue Organization. Free. Big Bronco, 6602 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 5-8 p.m. bigbroncocavecreek.com
