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| 8 events, Scottsdale Artists’ School offers a variety of week-long summer camps for emerging artists ages 6 thru 17. Professional art studios, and professional teaching artists. See website for times, dates and fees. Scholarships available. 3720 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale. 480-990-1422 Each Thursday and Saturday, take the Scottsdale Trolley for a guided three-hour food tour. Enjoy a Spanish frittata, delicious craft pizzas, an English delicacy, authentic Mexican street tacos and an award-winning dessert and a tea sample paired with a variety of cocktails. See website for details and waiver. $65. Starts and ends at Hotel Valley... $65 Arizona Science Center hosts 20 winners of the 43rd annual Nikon Small World Competition, which recognizes excellence in photography through the microscope. Included with general admission, $13–$18. 600 E. Washington Ave., Phoenix. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. 602-716-2000; azscience.org $13 – $18 The Herberger Theater Center showcases the work of diverse and emerging theater companies at 12:10 p.m. each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Each one-act shows lasts approximately 45 minutes. Bring your lunch or pre-order before 5 p.m. the day before. See website for schedule. $7 tickets; $7 pre-ordered lunch. Kax Stage, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix. 602-252-8497 $7 Reserve tickets now for an evening with Al DiMeola, with special guest Jordan Rudess, at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Sunday, Sept. 30, at 7:30 p.m. The show, presented by Danny Zelisko, features DiMeola, whose career has spanned four decades and earned him critical accolades, three gold albums and more than $6 million in record... $35 Cheers to social change! Larry Fitzgerald’s First Down Fund is celebrating First and Ten—10 years of the First Down Fund’s success in providing assistance to worthy philanthropic projects supporting kids and their families. Join Larry at Fitz’s Supper Club 2018 for cocktails, post-game favorites prepared by Chef Marc Lupino and silent and live auctions. $850... $850 Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright's desert laboratory, is offering specials throughout the summer. • Arizona residents receive 50 percent off. • Students ages 13 through college-level will receive $10 off Monday through Thursday. • July 16–Aug. 12, “Beat the Heat” tickets priced at $28, or $14 with the Arizona resident discount, the first tour of... Come see Desert Botanical Garden in a whole new way with Saturday evening flashlight tours. Capture the night-blooming plants and animals with your own flashlight. $12.95–$24.95. Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 7–9:30 p.m. 480-941-1225 $12.95 – $24.95 | 12 events, Participants ages 8 and older are invited to enjoy a beautiful desert evening under the stars and learn about some of the objects visible in the night sky. A short talk explaining the solar system and galaxy is followed by observing the moon, several planets, multiple star systems, globular clusters and nebulae through a celestron... Free - Goldenstein Gallery will host visiting artists JA Gorman and Kevin McCarthy as they share thoughts about their work and inspiration, all while enjoying a hot cup of coffee. Free. 150 AZ 179, Sedona. 9:30 a.m. 928-204-1765; goldensteinart.com Free - July 2, 9, 16, 23, 39 Robin Miller’s soothing music transports us to a tranquil world free of worry and struggles. Free. Sound Bites Grill, 101 N. SR 89A, Sedona. 6–9 p.m. soundbitesgrill.com Free - Join top chefs from throughout the Valley and the ALS Association Arizona Chapter to raise money and awareness for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Experience signature tastes while enjoying cocktails and live entertainment, mystery boxes, silent auction and live auction. $1,500 for a table of 10; $150 individual tickets. Tax-deductible. Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, 6902 E.... $150 | 9 events, - Anthem is the place to be for family fireworks fun! Bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy live music and dancing while the kids have the time of their lives on water slides, rides and inflatables. Food available, or bring your own picnic. Free admission and parking. Anthem Community Park, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy.,... Free | 11 events, - Beat the heat at the indoor Independence Day festivities at WestWorld in the 300,000 square-foot, fully air-conditioned Tony Nelssen Equestrian Center. Little ones will love pony rides, a petting zoo and the Jurassic 4th Dinosaur Encounter, while you take in the bull riding rodeo, Stunt Master’s BMX Show, Good Karma K9Z Stunt Dog Show and... $12 - Fabulous Phoenix 4th features one of the largest fireworks displays in the Southwest. Two stages of local entertainers, food and beverages, arts and crafts, interactive exhibits, a classic car display, rides and inflatables and a water spray zone for the kids. No alcohol. Free. Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix. 6–10 p.m. 602-262-6011 Free | 10 events, - July 5, 12, 19, 26 Come to Phoenix Art Museum to learn how to focus on the present and live in the moment with free, 30-minute mindfulness sessions. No reservation required. Noon. Dorrance Sculpture Garden, 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. Noon. 602-530-6900; phxart.org free - July 5, 12, 19, 26 Get your weekly dose of art with America’s Original Art Walk, the Scottsdale Art Walk, each Thursday. Every Scottsdale Gallery Association gallery showcases the best regional artwork. Food trucks, statues, fountains, live music and more. Main Street between 69th Street and Brown Avenue, and Marshall Way from 1st Street to... Free | 12 events, Sedona is the place to be for a gallery-wide salute to the Native American and Southwest artists who have made the Turquoise Turtle a destination fine art gallery in Northern Arizona for the last 47 years. Wine and appetizers available at the opening reception July 6, 5-8 p.m. Free. Turquoise Tortoise, 431 SR 179, A3, at... Free - Desert Foothills Library offers a fun and unique way to unwind and express creativity with adult coloring. All materials will be supplied, including coffee and water. Call for reservations. Free. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 2–3:30 p.m. 480-488-2286. Free - Art receptions from Sedona Gallery Association give locals and visitors the opportunity to enjoy light refreshments and explore Sedona’s exciting art scene. Free. See website for locations and events. 5–8 p.m. sedonagalleryassociation.com Free Every Friday, the Arizona Biltmore kicks off a Happy Hour History Tour. Learn about legendary Frank Lloyd Wright architecture and the resort’s glamorous and storied past serving as a playground for worldly dignitaries, U.S. Presidents and the glitterati of Old Hollywood. Pre-register by phone. $20 includes two cocktails. 2400 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix. 6 p.m.... $20 | 10 events, Winter is coming to Chase Field! Pick up an exclusive Ice Dragon bobblehead at the Arizona Diamondbacks’ Game of Thrones Night, or purchase a VIP package that includes a Baseline Reserve ticket, the exclusive giveaway item and access to sit on the official Iron Throne. $50+. Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix. 7:10 p.m.... $50 |
| 10 events, Musical Theatre of Anthem announces auditions for Footloose, a musical stage production for actors ages 10 to adult (no-cut for ages 10-19). Please bring a musical theatre song, 16-32 bars or one minute in length and CD or iPod accompaniment. $375; sibling discounts and scholarships available. 42323 N. Vision Way, Anthem. Registration 8:30 to 9... | 11 events, - Escape the heat of the arid desert for beautiful and refreshing art. Bonner David Gallery quenches your desire for art with crisp new paintings and soothing sculptures on both the traditional and contemporary sides of the gallery. Come to an Oasis in the Desert! Free. 7040 E. Main, Scottsdale. 6–9 p.m. 480-941-8500; bonnerdavid.com - Check out exhibits by local, national and international artists while enjoying refreshments and entertainment at the Summer Spectacular Gold Palette ArtWalk in downtown Scottsdale galleries. Cool Art on the Edge at On the Edge Gallery provides an artisan market environment where shoppers can meet and purchase directly from the artists. Free. 7050 E. 5th Ave.,... Free | 14 events, - Enjoy a guided walk through the SWCC wildlife sanctuary while enjoying coffee and a breakfast treat and experiencing the beauty of a desert morning. Hear stories of the sanctuary residents and see how they also enjoy the cooler hours of the day. $30 adults; $20 children. Registration required. Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center, 27026 N. 156th... $20 – $30 - Inside the iconic Hotel Valley Ho in Old Town Scottsdale, ZuZu hosts an indoor neighborhood farmers’ market that brings together local chefs, cocktails, fresh produce and handcrafted goods. $25 in advance; $35 at the door. See website for the fabulous treats tickets include. 6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. 480-376-2600 $25 – $35 - The Heard Museum Boarding School Film Series presents “Playing for the World,” exploring the story of the Native women who came together at a boarding school in Montana in 1902 and used the new sport of basketball to help them adjust to a rapidly changing world. Free. 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30... Free | ||||
| 9 events, - Summer mornings have never been more wonderful than at a plein air paint out in Sedona! See artists at work as they create their own interpretations of the same scene. Meet artists and enjoy the view! Free. L’Auberge, 301 Little Ln., Sedona. 8–11:30 a.m. Trolley available from Sedona Arts Center 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free | 9 events, - Teens 12 and up are invited to come to Desert Foothills Library to follow The Beatles from their early days in Liverpool and Hamburg into the excitement of Beatlemania and finally to their remarkable final recordings at Abbey Road. Please register. 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. Noon to 4 p.m. 480-488-2286 | 10 events, - Little ones can dance with Cinderella, read with Rapunzel, share sweet treats with Tinkerbell, and create a tiara with the Little Mermaid! Professional princess portraits for every child, a candy buffet, crafts, stories, songs, games and more. Tickets sell out quickly. $20–$50. Scottsdale Plaza Resort, 7200 N. Scottsdale Rd., Paradise Valley. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $20 – $50 - The Gallery at el Pedregal will present an artists’ reception for the summer/fall rotation of fine art. Meet the artists and enjoy art, live music, food, and refreshments. Free. 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., 2nd Floor, Scottsdale. 1–4 p.m. 480-575-6658 Free - Grammy-award winner Christopher Cross comes to Talking Stick Resort. He’s currently out with his latest album “Secret Ladder,” inspired by his favorite singer-songwriters including Joni Mitchell and Brian Wilson. $30–$70. Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale. 8 p.m. 480-850-7777 $30 – $70 | ||||
| 8 events, | 9 events, This R-rated, laugh-out-loud look at life after college puppet show packs more purposeful punch and candid heart than ever before. Be there when Phoenix Theatre favorites take the stage to bring this fresh, fast-paced and exuberant musical to life once again. See website for schedule and pricing. Phoenix Theatre, 100 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix. 602-254-2151 - Phoenix Art Museum hosts Make It! Drop in for family-friendly, hands on art-making activities inspired by the museum’s collection. Local artists create activities that introduce participants to new materials, perspectives and ways of connecting. Free. 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 3:30 p.m. 602-457-5814 FREE | 9 events, - Marc Cohn brings his soulful tunes, along with musical legends, Blind Boys of Alabama. $38.50–$58.50. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix. 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. 480-478-6000 $38.50 – $58.50 | 10 events, - The Phoenix Convention Center hosts small bites and seasonal specialties poured by more than 65 of the Southwest’s best craft brewers. Sample from over 350 craft beers. Brews, bites, live music, rock wall and a gamer’s paradise. $57 includes 20 sampling tickets and small bites. Phoenix Convention Center, 33 S. 3rd St., Phoenix. 2–6 p.m. 480-586-6711; $57 - Calling all Muggles, Squibs, Wizards, and Elves! Join other Hogwarts grads and celebrate wizardry, magic and other antics at one of the best Scottsdale bar crawls of the year. Included is your own Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, or Slytherin patch knit scarf and no-cover drink specials at Bevvy, Boondocks Patio & Grill, Giligin's, Goodwood Tavern, Old... | |||
| 13 events, If you’ve ever found yourself mesmerized by nature’s recurring numbers and patterns, you’re not alone. This month, the Arizona Science Center presents “A Mirror Maze: Numbers in Nature” so you can find out how it all adds up! General admission + $6.95–$8.95. 600 E. Washington St., Phoenix. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. 602-716-2000; azscience.org $6.95 – $8.95 Artist Laura Thurbon captures the magnificence of these summer storms, and has amassed worldwide collections in the United States, South America, Europe, Israel, and India. She has many published works, and public murals around the Southwest United States. Her work will be featured at Gallery Andrea this month. 7019 E. Main St., Scottsdale. Mon.–Sat., noon... Kim Braatz-Voisard has been named new head coach of the Notre Dame Saints girls’ softball. Braatz-Voisard brings a lot to the plate, having played professional softball in Europe, as well as for the Colorado Silver Bullets USA Women’s Baseball team, where she earned the title of first woman to hit an out-of-the-park home run and... Lenard Rubin, executive chef at The Country Club at DC Ranch, participated in the World Chefs Without Borders Myanmar Tour for Humanity, traveling at his own expense with 59 other chefs to raise funds toward a goal of zero hunger by providing education and resources to those in need and afflicted by natural disasters. The... You won’t want to miss the fantastic 16th season of ProMusica Arizona Chorale and Orchestra! “Broadway, Beatles and Blues” kicks off the season Nov. 3 and 4; Dec. 7–9, take a musical journey through the 12 days of Christmas with “It’s Christmas!”; and the magnificent story of one of America’s most revered naturalist comes to... Kiwanis of Carefree has donated $4,000 to the Lowell Observatory Curriculum for Kids (LOCKs) at Cave Creek Unified School District’s Child’s Play Preschool. The donation will provide supplies for the 2018-19 school year for the preschool at Horseshoe Trails Elementary School. They matched that $4,000 donation to provide the Annunciation Catholic School kindergarten with a... Goldenstein Gallery in West Sedona presents The Current, an exhibition that celebrates a stunning array of art from artists who have captivated and inspired collectors from around the globe. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. 150 SR 179, Sedona. 928-204-1765; goldensteinart.com Desert Botanical Gardens is the place to be when it comes to enjoying all the natural desert has to offer. Join expert birders along the trails each Monday morning to learn names and sounds of our favorite feathered friends. Everyone is welcome. Bring binoculars if possible. Admission $12.95–$24.95. 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 7 a.m.... $12.95 – $24.95 Joi Prater Interiors, one of the newest North Valley design studios, has opened its doors. Use the website to schedule a free 20-minute phone consultation or sign up for a free Kitchen Remodeling 101 event to learn about possibilities, as well as cost and what to expect. 748 Easy St. #9, Carefree. 602-930-8679; joipraterinteriors.com The Heard Museum presents Dear Listener: Works by Nicholas Galanin, a retrospective of the contemporary Native Alaskan artist. The exhibition encourages dialogue about what it means to be indigenous, and addresses topics like colonialism and cultural appropriation. Open through Sept. 3. $7.50–$18. 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 602-252-8840; heard.org $7.50 – $18 Phoenix Art Museum has rummaged through the storage rooms to assemble this show from the permanent collection, featuring about 50 works by women artists in the 20th and 21st centuries, including Frida Kahlo and Georgia O’Keeffe. $18; discounts available for students, seniors and children. 1625 N. Central Ave. 602-257-1222, phxart.org $18 - Kids ages 5 to 11 are invited to bring their creativity and build geckobots, snap circuitry, K'Nex, marble mazes and more. Mathnasium of Cave Creek will host stations from 2–4 p.m. RSVP. Free. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 1–4 p.m. 480-488-2286; desertfoothillslibrary.org Free | 12 events, | 13 events, - Browse Sedona Gallery Association galleries and meet highlighted artists, take in special exhibits and fun art events. Enjoy light refreshments and begin your weekend with an exploration of Sedona’s exciting art scene! Free. See website for featured locations. 5–8 p.m. sedonagalleryassociation.com Free | 15 events, Flagstaff’s Museum of Northern Arizona presents work from more than 70 Navajo artists, storytellers and cultural interpreters from many clans. Meet basket makers creating works on-site, join rug weavers, silversmiths, potters, painters and storytellers to learn about the Navajo way of living in harmony and hike with a Navajo ethno botanist. There’s plenty to do... $8 – $12 Head up to Rim Country for a weekend of fun as ASU football touches down in Payson. The Payson Food Truck Festival features dozens of food trucks with something for everyone, live music, a kids’ zone and more. Free. 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Green Valley Park, 1000 W. Country Club, Payson. 11 a.m.–9 p.m. 928-472-5110; paysonrimcountry.com Free - Verde Canyon Railroad presents the Grape Train Escape as a tribute to great wines of the Grand Canyon State. Enjoy a sampling of Arizona Stronghold wines and enjoy complimentary specialty dishes and hors d’oeuvres. $99. 300 N. Broadway, Clarkdale. 1 p.m. 800-582-7245; verdecanyonrr.com $99 |