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| 4 events, Admire abstract works by Shalome Patrick, a local artist known for contemporary and surrealist works that invite the view to find hidden imagery. “Ballerinas” by Julee du Plessis will also be on display, capturing movement inspired by these dancers in a loose impressionist style. Gallery Andrea also showcases floral paintings and fashion by mother-daughter duo... A story of race, rage and civil rights that tells of Caroline Thibodeaux, a divorced, middle-aged African-American woman, and her employer, a Jewish family, in 1963 suburban Louisiana. See website for show times. $38 Enjoy the classic story of forgiveness and renewal reimagined in a brilliant musical style. Adults, $19; students, seniors and children 12 and under, $16. See website for show times. Oct 1–27 Heritage at Walter Art Gallery Mixed-media artist Lara Plecas who will kick off the fall exhibition season at Walter Art Gallery with her latest collection of encaustic work entitled “Heritage,” guest curated by Nicole Royse of Royse Contemporary. In this exhibit, Plecas takes a deeper look into the memories, stories and items that... | 4 events, - Oct 5–15 Unique Southwest Art on Display at Royse Contemporary Arizona Artists Alexandra Bowers and Cherie Buck-Hutchison will showcase intricate wood burnings of Sonoran desert flora and fauna, as well as digitally composited photography reflecting upon the Southwest landscape at Royse Contemporary, 7077 E. Main Street, Suite 6, Scottsdale. Opening reception will be held Oct.... | 6 events, - Oct 6 Art, Coffee and Conversation Join a varied group of artists currently exhibiting at the Holland Gallery of Fine Art in an informal informational discussion about the creative process. Get up close and personal with artists and ask questions about technique and inspiration. Free. 10 a.m. to noon. Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th... FREE - Oct 6 The Human Figure at Desert Mountain Fine Art Desert Mountain Fine Art welcomes artist and sculptor Paige Bradley, known for her focus on the human figure in both drawing and bronze. Never-before-seen work will be unveiled. Drinks and light bites will be served. Desert Mountain Fine Art, 7012 E. Greenway Pkwy., Suite 160,... $25 - Oct 6 Samite Brings Musical Peace and Healing through Music World-renowned musician Samite brings his message of peace, hope and healing to Scottsdale with a one-night-only performance. Samite began playing the flute and other instruments in his Uganda home, then learned to use music to unite and inspire others when he was forced to flee... $29 – $48 | 5 events, Oct 7, 8 To Everything There is a Season The first concert of the Sonoran Desert Chorale, “To Everything There is a Season,” will feature contemporary composers like Ola Gieilo, Jake Runestad and Kim André Arneson to the North Valley, all under the framework of Pete Seeger’s immortal ballad, “Turn, Turn, Turn.” Advance single tickets... $18 - Oct 7 Green Recycling in Anthem Community Park Anthem residents are invited to attend the Anthem Community Council’s semi-annual Go Green recycling event. Safely recycle computer equipment, point-of-sale equipment, telecom equipment, printing equipment, batteries, electronic components, small household appliances, other electronic equipment (no Freon), household hazardous waste, sensitive household papers and prescription and non-prescription drugs.... FREE | |||
| 5 events, - Oct 8 Scottsdale Philharmonic Features Pianist Qingqing Le There are few things that serve as a treat to the senses like the beautiful sounds of a philharmonic—and it is even more of a delight when it is free. The mission of the Scottsdale Philharmonic is to make classical music available to audiences of all ages.... FREE | 4 events, - Oct 10 40th Annual Soroptimist Spaghetti Dinner Soroptimist International of Saguaro Foothills would like to invite you to their 40th Annual Spaghetti Dinner at Harold’s Corral to benefit women and children in our community. Enjoy spaghetti, garlic bread, salad, coffee, tea and lemonade, and also a silent auction and raffle. Adults $15; children $7; children... | 5 events, - Oct 11 Savion Glover and Marcus Gilmore at MIM Tony Award–winning tap dancer Savion Glover and iconic drummer Marcus Gilmore make rhythm and melody converge in this special two-concert presentation. A meet and greet is available after the 8 p.m. concert. $48.50 to $68.50. 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo... $49 – $69 - Oct 11 Ancient Arizona Ways of Life If you’ve ever wondered who walked and survived these desert lands before air conditioning, roads, and grocery stores, the Desert Foothills Chapter of the Arizona Archaeology Society may have some answers. Aaron Wright, PhD, will be presenting “The Western Range of the Red-on-Buff Culture, Redux” to discuss prehistoric... FREE | 4 events, - Oct 12 Learn About Enrique Garfias, First City Marshal of Phoenix Drawing from his new biography, “Dogged Pursuit: Tracking the Life of Enrique Garfias,” author Jeffrey Richardson will provide highlights from Garfias' career as a law man, explaining his historic importance, along with previously unknown facts about his personal life. Books $20, cash only. A... | 5 events, Oct 13–Nov 5 “Switzerland” brings Suspense to Theatre Artists Studio Somewhere in the Swiss Alps, grande dame of crime literature Patricia Highsmith lives with an impressive collection of books, and a somewhat sinister collection of guns and knives. When a mysterious international visitor arrives at her perfectly secluded home, the boundaries of fiction and reality... Oct 13, 14 Spiritual Abstract Painting for Oil of Acrylic Renee Palmer Jones, well-known award-winning artist, designer and writer from the North Valley will be presenting a two-day workshop called Spiritual Abstract Painting for Oil of Acrylic at Christ the Lord Lutheran Church. Class size is limited. Register by email or phone. $220. Oct. 13,... | 8 events, - Oct 14 The Woman in Gold: the Unforgettable Masterpiece Join Mary F. Cook from International Foundation for Art Research at Desert Foothills Library for a fascinating update on an extraordinary story about the Klimt paintings stolen by the Nazis from the Bloch-Bauer family’s grand palais in Vienna in l940, and returned to Marie Altmann, the... $5 - Shawn Colvin: A Few Small Repairs 20th Anniversary Tour In an era when female singer-songwriters are ever more ubiquitous, Shawn Colvin stands out as a singular and enduring talent. Join her for her 20th anniversary tour and listen to some favorite oldies and a few dynamic new tunes. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd.,... $53 – $79 - Oct 13, 14 Shawn Colvin: A Few Small Repairs 20th Anniversary Tour In an era when female singer-songwriters are ever more ubiquitous, Shawn Colvin stands out as a singular and enduring talent. Join her for her 20th anniversary tour and listen to some favorite oldies and a few dynamic new tunes. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725... | |
| 5 events, - Oct 15 80 Years of Crazy Ed Ed Chilleen first opened The Horney Toad in Cave Creek, then The Satisfied Frog in Frontier Town. He ran the latter for 26 years before retiring to Mexico and opening Satisfied Frog Rocky Point in 2014. Ed is celebrating his 80th birthday and 50 years of restaurateuring at... | 5 events, Oct 18, 19 Taste of Cave Creek The Taste of Cave Creek is the signature event of the Town of Cave Creek! Food and beverages from more than 25 restaurants from Cave Creek and surrounding areas will truly be on display and ready for savoring at this year’s event. Stagecoach Village, 7100 E. Cave Creek... $10 | 8 events, Oct 19–Nov 4 Sound of Color Exhibit at Royse Contemporary Royce Contemporary will feature the solo exhibition of mixed-media artist Rafael Navarro entitled “Sound of Color.” The Oct. 19 opening reception will coincide with the weekly Thursday night Scottsdale ArtWalk in Old Town Scottsdale, from 5 to 10 p.m. “Sound of Color” will be on... - Oct 19 The Hills Salon and Spa Anniversary Party The Hills Salon and Spa will celebrate its first anniversary with a benefit red carpet event to raise money for Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Join salon staff for a fun evening of local restaurant offerings as well as wine, beer, champagne, swag bags, raffles and more. The... - Oct 19 Nursing/EMT Star Party Explore the night sky through high-powered telescopes and learn more about the contributions of nursing and emergency medicine with hands-on activities at this month’s PVCC/Phoenix Astronomical Society Star Party. Free. 6 to 10 p.m. PVCC at Black Mountain, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale. 602-561-5398. RSVP to events@pasaz.org | 7 events, Oct 20–29 Villafane Returns with Enchanted Pumpkin Garden The Halloween spirit will invade the Town of Carefree for its third year in the form of whimsical pumpkin carvings from master sculptor Ray Villafane and the Villafane Studios team. The Enchanted Pumpkin Garden will be open to the public and woven throughout Carefree Desert Gardens. The... FREE - Oct 20 Empty Bowls Lunch & Art Auction The annual Foothills Empty Bowls Lunch & Art Auction 2017 to honor World Hunger Day now includes a new online auction to encourage bidding on 60 works of original art created for the Oct. 20 event. Bidding goes live Sept. 20. $15. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.... | 11 events, Oct 21–22 Scarecrow Contest Frighteningly Fun at Anthem Autumnfest Anthem Autumnfest is always a great time, but this year you are invited to bring your own creative spooky fun! Families, individuals, businesses and community groups can build their own scarecrows to compete for fun prizes. Entries will be displayed in a scarecrow garden, where fest-goers... FREE Oct 21–22 Scarecrow Contest Frighteningly Fun at Anthem Autumnfest Anthem Autumnfest is always a great time, but this year you are invited to bring your own creative spooky fun! Families, individuals, businesses and community groups can build their own scarecrows to compete for fun prizes. Entries will be displayed in a scarecrow garden, where fest-goers... FREE Oct 21, 22 Prayer and Healing Heloisa Gelber Rivas, CSB of Boston, Massachusetts, a Christian Science practitioner and teacher will present two healing lectures in Scottsdale and Sun City West on October 21-22. Her warmth and enthusiasm shine through in her presentations as she helps audiences explore how prayer can improve life conditions. Free. 2... - Oct 21 Learn & Lunch with Chef Marcellino at the Chef’s Island Join Chef Marcellino for a cooking class to learn to prepare chef’s fresh pasta and his sauce of Italian Brocoli di Rape and Salsiccia (sausage). Following the class, guests will enjoy a delectable lunch including pasta, a salad and a sweet treat. $35... $35 - Oct 21 Composers in Concert Christ Church Composers Guild presents Composers in Concert to benefit the Jubilate Music Program, which aims to enhance the lives of children through music. The classical music performance will feature young Arizona composers, including composers from the Composer and Composition program series. $5 donation. 3 to 5:30 p.m. Christ Anglican... | ||
| 9 events, | 8 events, Oct 25, 26 Family Carving Nights with Ray Villafane Desert Foothills Family YMCA is excited to be a part of the Town of Carefree’s Enchanted Pumpkin Garden for the third year! Join the YMCA family for a two-hour experience carving with and learning from world-renowned pumpkin carver Ray Villafane. Reservations are strongly encouraged as space... $50 - Oct 25 Northwest Harvest Dinner Cartwright’s Modern Cuisine will host Chef Josh Delgado from Alderbrook Resort & Spa in Union, Washington Oct. 25 for a special Northwest Harvest Dinner, focused on wild food from the Pacific Northwest—from fishermen in British Columbia to foraging teams in Washington. Celebrating all that Mother Nature has to offer from... $80 | 8 events, - November 12 Five-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee Mary Chapin Carpenter performs as part of AZ Musicfest’s acclaimed Fall Fest. Highlands Church, 9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Scottsdale. Advance tickets only. 480-422-8449; azmuscifest.org | 10 events, Oct 27–29 Stagecoach Village Fine Art & Wine Festival The 9th Annual Stagecoach Village Fine Art & Wine Festival kicks off Arizona’s festival season in grand style! Discover the finest works of art in original oils, acrylics, watercolors, stone and bronze sculptures, mixed media, handmade jewelry, and furniture and more. Arizona Stronghold will be the... FREE - Desert Foothills Library presents a program on antiques and folk art once used by Odd Fellows, Freemasons, Elks and other fraternal societies during the 1800s and early 1900s from the personal collection of Greg Hoffman, a local antique aficionado. Space is limited. Free. 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. RSVP 480-488-2286; dfla.org FREE - Oct 27 Anthem Greet & Treat Join area businesses for Greet & Treat, a fun trick or treat event for the whole community. Businesses must register to take part by Oct. 15. Maps will be available online or in the Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center, 3701 Anthem Way, Anthem, after Oct. 20. Free. 4 to... FREE - Oct 27 Wild Fish Fest Chef Josh Delgado, Chef Fidencio Alatriste from Toro Latin Restaurant & Rum Bar, Chef George Alatriste from The Mission at Old Town Scottsdale and Chef Joe Rodger from Shift Flagstaff will combine their talents and delicious recipes for an evening of delicious fun. Each chef will showcase his own unique... | 7 events, - Oct 28 Trunk & Treat at Anthem Legacy Square Anthem area businesses will once again be hosting family-friendly Halloween fun at Trunk & Treat at Legacy Square. Trunk & treat booths, food truck, ponies, a live DJ, crafts and more! Free. 4 to 7 p.m. 42105 N. 41st Dr., Anthem. 623-322-9127. anthemareagreettrunktreat.eventbrite.com | ||
| 9 events, - Oct 29 Chamber Music Sedona Premiere: Orion String Quartet Chamber Music Sedona will launch its 35th season with a concert by the renowned Orion String Quartet, featuring flutist Tara O’Connor. Sedona Performing Arts Center, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona. $60 reserved seating; $40 general admission; student discounts available; children under 12 free. 2:30... - Oct 29 Chamber Music Sedona Premiere: Orion String Quartet Chamber Music Sedona will launch its 35th season with a concert by the renowned Orion String Quartet, featuring flutist Tara O’Connor. Sedona Performing Arts Center, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona. $60 reserved seating; $40 general admission; student discounts available; children under 12 free. 2:30... $40 - Cartwright’s Modern Cuisine Chef Brett Vibber and Chef Jesse Carpenter, both Arizona natives with deep respect for the ingredients that were staples in the cultures that thrived here before us, will be working closely with local Native American growers to produce a dinner you won't soon forget. $65 per person for food; $20 optional drink... $65 – $85 | 3 events, Photography of Edward S. Curtis will be on exhibit at Cave Creek Museum through May 31. Curtis, (1868-1952), focused his work on the American West and on Native American peoples. Check website for hours and admission. 6140 E. Skyline Dr., Cave Creek. 480-488-2764; cavecreekmuseum.org | 12 events, Learn from Urban Farm owner Greg Peterson about fruit tree growing, management and pruning techniques. Plant the seed of inspiration and become confident and prepared for growing your own trees. 6750 N. 13th Pl., Phoenix. Guided tours Nov. 3 8:45 and 10 a.m.; Nov. 4 8:30 and 11:30 a.m. facebook.com/theurbanfarm. Nov 3–5 Grand Prix of Scottsdale Third Annual Gala and Kickoff The streets of Downtown Scottsdale will transform into a picturesque 21st century version of the Roaring 1920s on the Scottsdale Waterfront for a weekend of racing, libations and fun. Proceeds benefit Southwest Human Development. For pricing, schedule and additional information, visit grandprixscottsdale.com. November 3-5 Scottsdale Waterfront will transform into a picturesque 21st century version of the Roaring 1920s for a weekend of racing, libations and fun. Proceeds benefit Southwest Human Development. For pricing, schedule and additional information, visit grandprixscottsdale.com. Nov 3, 4 11th Annual Holiday Bazaar Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church in Carefree will host the 11th Annual Holiday Bazaar, a two-day opportunity to find unique items sure to please everyone on your shopping list. Over 70 hand-picked vendors will be offering jewelry, photography, pet boutique, gift baskets, purses, custom napkins, candles and... FREE November 3–5 Come on up to Cave Creek for two days of fun! Mutton bustin’, pig races, re-enactments, bed races and a whole host of activities. Stop by the Cave Creek Museum and be sure to catch the Wild West Days Parade. Complete schedule of events online. Free admission and parking. Historic Town of Cave... FREE The 27th season of Arizona Musicfest will share an exceptional lineup of artists this month, from country superstars Mary Chapin Carpenter and Lee Ann Womack to Broadway legends Chita Rivera and Tommy Tune, and from famed singer/pianist Michael Feinstein to internationally celebrated Pink Martini and the iconic bandleader/trumpeter Doc Severinsen. At the heart of the... Nov 3–5 24th Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival Kick off the art season at Thunderbird Artists’ 24th Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival. Surround yourself with fine art, wine tasting, festival food and live music, featuring talented violinist, Teresa Joy. The featured artist is painter and sculptor, Jacinthe Dugal-Lacroix. Ho Hum and... November 3-5 Jacinthe Dugal-Lacroix is the featured artist for this much-anticipated event. Live music, great food and inspiring art. Admission: Adults $3; free for children 17 and under; additional fee for wine tasting. Ho Hum and Easy Streets in downtown Carefree. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. thunderbirdartists.com $3.00 Nov 3–5 24th Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival Kick off the art season at Thunderbird Artists’ 24th Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival. Surround yourself with fine art, wine tasting, festival food and live music, featuring talented violinist, Teresa Joy. The featured artist is painter and sculptor, Jacinthe Dugal-Lacroix. Ho Hum and... $3 | 17 events, Nov 4, 5 Discover: The Spirit of American Explorers ProMusica’s 15th season kicks off with an exciting tribute to the achievements of American explorers, from the early pioneers to modern-day space travelers. The event will include the world premiere of a newly commissioned work by Dr. Timothy Michael Powell. Music will be set to the... $20 - Nov 4 Adopt the Love of Your Life Don’t shop! Adopt! Phoenix Animal Care Coalition 911 is holding a giant pet adopt-a-thon to find loving homes for animals currently being housed by 45 different area rescue groups. From specific breeds to adorable mutts, animals of all colors, sizes and ages are in need of human... - November 4 The 13th Annual Daisy Mountain Veterans Parade in Anthem is coming to town! The route begins at Gavilan Peak Pkwy and ends at the Anthem Community Center. This year’s parade will honor women veterans. Free. 10 a.m. Complete route available online. daisymtnvets.org FREE - Nov 4 Pianist Janice Carissa to Open Living Music Performance Series Piano virtuoso Janice Carissa will launch the fifth annual Living Music Performance Series at Christ the Lord Lutheran Church. The young virtuoso has many credits to her name and has given recitals at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall; Kennedy Center; Foundation Louis Vuitton... $30 |