• From Under the Russian Snow

    Author Michelle Carter brings her book, “From Under the Russian Snow,” to Anthem for discussion about the remarkable year she served as journalist-in-residence in Russia through the birth of an independent press in the post-Soviet, pre-Putin bubble of freedom. Free. Books available for purchase. North Valley Library, 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem. 11 a.m....

  • Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives

    Five-time Grammy winner, Grand Ole Opry star and platinum recording artist Marty Stuart takes the stage at the MIM during his Way Out West tour. $43.50–$53.50. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. 7:30 p.m. 480-478-6000; mim.org *Photo Courtesy MIM

    $43.50 – $53.50
  • Antique Appraisal Day

    Find out how much your old items are worth! Bring up to two items. $25 donation per item. Cave Creek Museum, 6140 E. Skyline Dr., Cave Creek. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 480-488-2764; cavecreekmuseum.org

  • Paws in the Park

    Fetch some fun at Paws in the Park at Chaparral Park’s off-leash area. Talk to experienced pet professionals, visit information booths, learn about dog adoptions, get great giveaways and hear a variety of entertainment. Bring a dog food donation to benefit Vista del Camino’s Pet Pantry and rescue agencies. 5401 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale. 10...

  • Duo Braziliana

    Be transported to Brazil for the afternoon. Mezzo soprano Melanie Ohm and Brazilian pianist Rubia Santos perform “Cancao Brasileira," Brazilian songs and poetry, at Christ the Lord Lutheran Church. $30. 9205 E. Cave Creek Rd., Carefree. 4 p.m. 480-488-2081; ctlcarefree.org

    $30
  • Learn the Art of Landscape Watercolor

    Saguaro Hill Preserve

    Join instructor Ronnie Wainright for a plein air workshop at the Saguaro Hill Preserve. Supplies are provided. Free. 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. RSVP required. 480-488-6131; dflt.org

    Free
  • Northern Italy’s Culinary Gifts

    Join Cartwright’s for a festa Italiana as Chef Brett Vibber welcomes a guest chef into the kitchen for their monthly collaboration dinner. See website for cost and time. 6710 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 480-488-8031; cartwrightsmoderncuisine.com

  • Walk in Unity

    More unites us than divides us. Scottsdale is joining other Valley cities for the annual walk to promote mutual respect and understanding. The event starts at Tempe Beach Park with a festival at 4:30 p.m., then a one-mile walk over the Mill Avenue Bridge at 6 p.m. Details available by phone or online. Search “Unity...

  • Young Musicians Winter Concert

    Musical Instrument Museum

    Musical Instrument Museum 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 480-422-8449 azmusicfest.org