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| 8 events, Internationally acclaimed Chinese pianist Qingqing Ye has been named artist-in-residence with the Scottsdale Philharmonic. After Ye’s initial performances, the orchestra received over 900 letters from the audience, requesting that he be allowed to become a permanent member of the group. He hopes to obtain U.S. citizenship and marry soon. The Scottsdale Philharmonic will kick off... Enjoy a mix of contemporary and Western artists from as far away as Israel and Zimbabwe. Glass blowing classes and demonstrations in the sculpture garden. Season passes $10; seniors and military $8; children under 12 free. Free parking. 26540 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Abstract impressionist Max Hammond honors Franz Kline, one of his early influences. Artist reception Jan. 18, 6–8 p.m. Free. Bonner David Galleries, 7040 E. Main St., Scottsdale. 480- 941-8500 Free True West executive editor and local favorite Bob Boze Bell will launch the third edition of "The Illustrated Life And Times Of Doc Holliday" at Cattle Track Arts Compound. The exhibition will include 16 of his original gouache paintings and will be on display through March 31. Cattle Track Arts Compound, 6105 N. Cattletrack Rd.,... The sky will be filled with colorful hot-air balloons participating in the thrilling “Hare & Hound” race Saturday and Sunday morning. Friday and Saturday evenings, a field full of illuminated, tethered hot-air balloons glow in time to music. AZ StreetFoodFest, family fun zone and more. $15; active military and children under 12 free. Parking $5.... Christian Artists Group, which meets regularly to support each other in their art and their Christian faith, will hold a juried exhibition titled “Light and Beauty” at Holland Gallery of Fine Art. A wine and chocolate reception will be held February 9, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Oil painters Lucy Dickens, Linda Budge and Joye DeGoede;... Free - The Valley Chamber Chorale presents an eclectic repertoire, including unaccompanied works of the Renaissance and selections by twentieth century American composers. Free. Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 34605 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 4 p.m. Free - The Valley Chamber Chorale presents an eclectic repertoire, including unaccompanied works of the Renaissance and selections by twentieth century American composers. Free. Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 34605 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 4 p.m. Free | 7 events, This year’s Greatest Show on Grass lineup includes Phil Mickelson, Rickie Fowler, Bubba Watson, Gary Woodland, Charley Hoffman and Cameron Champ. See website for ticket prices and schedule. TPC Scottsdale, 17020 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale. - Learn to protect family assets, lessen decision-making burdens and ease the stress of fulfilling daily tasks for loved ones. Includes a 110-page personal document organizer and 36-page estate planning guide. $65. Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale. 3-4:30 p.m. 480-488- 1090 $65 | 7 events, - Artist, award-winning photographer and the “Sock Monkey Lady” Dee Lindner invites you to join in the fun of America’s red-heel sock monkey tradition. Bring your own to show off! Free. Sedona Public Library, 3250 White Bear Rd., Sedona. 6:30 p.m. Free | 9 events, Maestro Tito Muñoz celebrates the return of Jennifer Koh with Esa-Pekka Salonen’s Violin Concerto: a virtuosic and flashy, aggressive and brutal, meditative and static masterwork. $25–$103. Phoenix Symphony Hall, 1 N. 1st St., Suite 200, Phoenix. 602-495-1999 $25 – $103 - Front Porch Pickins’ one-day-only pop-up shopping experience will feature about 40 carefully curated vendors offering all things chippy, peely, repurposed and handmade. $5. 15650 N. 83rd Way, Scottsdale. 10 a.m. 4 p.m. - It’s a red-hot horn section with jazz and big band roots; Denver and the Mile High Orchestra have created a power funk sound that defies description. Free. Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 34605 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 4 p.m. - It’s one of the nation’s largest self-guided art walks! Tour more than 70 galleries, venues and art-related spaces. Free. Downtown Phoenix, maps available online. 6–10 p.m. FREE | 6 events, Celebrate plant-based eating at the Valley’s largest veg fest. See website for ticket pricing. Scottsdale Civic Center Amphitheater, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | ||
| 7 events, February is “I Love My Library Month” at Desert Foothills Library initiated in response to an anonymous matching grant gift to raise up to $15,000 for enhancing youth and teen educational services and programs. Desert Foothills Library has only four weeks to garner donations to be matched dollar-for-dollar, and asks its members, community, and the... - Violinists Katherin McLin and Stephen Redfield and oboist Martin Schuring perform a stunning Bach concerti. $21 in advance; $25 at the door. All Saints Episcopal, 6300 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 3 p.m. | 7 events, - Docent Craig Reid from the Patronato San Xavier will talk about the history of the San Xavier Mission and its surrounding village. Free. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. School House Rd., Cave Creek. 1–2:30 p.m. 480-488-2286 FREE - Docent Craig Reid from the Patronato San Xavier will talk about the history of the San Xavier Mission and its surrounding village. Free. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. School House Rd., Cave Creek. 1–2:30 p.m. 480-488-2286 FREE - What is the state of water availability in the foothills area, and how is Scottsdale managing and conserving its water resources? Elisa Klein, the water conservation coordinator from the Arizona Municipal Water Users Association, will discuss this extremely important topic. Free. Donations appreciated. Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale. 6:30–8 p.m. FREE | 7 events, Fiat Lux Gallery’s spring show features the work of Phoenix artist Brian Boner, whose 150-foot-long mural on the MonOrchid in the Phoenix downtown arts district is dedicated to those who have died due to homelessness. Opening reception Feb. 7, 6–9 p.m. Free. 6919 E. 1st Ave., Scottsdale. See website for hours. Free - Meet Michael Swearngin and fall in love with this nationally acclaimed artist's contemporary take on classic Western subjects. Appetizers and refreshments served. Free. Grace Renee Gallery, 7212 E. Ho Hum Rd. #7, Carefree. 4–7 p.m. FREE - Like a poetry slam, but with tech ideas! If something has caught your attention, made you wonder, or made you want to share with others, you’ll have 6–7 min to present in a non-formal way. The purpose is to get lots of new information on the table. Free. North Valley Regional Library, 40410 N. Gavilan... FREE | 9 events, Enjoy this series of cultural, social and educational events highlighting the diverse culture of China, including the country’s arts, food, dance, entertainment, history and heritage. Free. Margaret T. Hance Park East, 1202 N. 3rd St., Phoenix. See website for schedule. 480-650-2610 Italian jewelry designer Laura Bicego brings her private collection of elegant, handmade, 18 karat gold jewelry along with her signature Nanis collection to Grace Renee Gallery. Ten percent of Nanis sales will be donated to Arizona Musicfest. Free. 7212 E. Ho Hum Rd. #7, Carefree. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE Join Thunderbird Artists for the 8th Annual Waterfront Fine Art & Wine Festival. Stroll the beautiful banks of the Scottsdale Waterfront District and enjoy juried fine art, wine tasting, spirit sampling, live music, delectable edibles and sculptures by world-renowned artist, Al Glann. $3 admission; $10 wine tasting glass and six tickets. Scottsdale Waterfront, south of... Adelante Gallery at Carefree’s Historic Spanish Village presents an exhibition of artwork by Gretchen Lopez. Artist reception wil be held Feb. 8, 5–7 p.m. Free. 7212 E. Ho Hum Rd., #14, Carefree. 480-488-1285 FREE | 17 events, Celebrate all things chocolate, and romance too. You’ll find some of the most unique and delicious chocolate confections around! Free. Murphy Park, 58th and Glendale Avenues, Glendale. 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Saturday; noon - 5 p.m. Sunday 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. 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. 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 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 $45 - The 19th annual Arizona Strong Beer Festival will serve as the major kick-off celebration to the 10-day stretch of hundreds of craft beer events that make up Arizona Beer Week. Enjoy more than 500 craft brews, live music, delicious restaurant and food truck offerings, and Strong Man Games. See website for schedule and pricing. Steele... - RSVP now for the 10th Annual Desert Foothills Library Gala to be held Feb. 9 at the library. Enjoy hosted cocktails, a gourmet dinner and a january 2019 imagesar izona.com 29 live and silent auction, all within the newly remodeled Desert Foothills Library. Entertainment provided by celebrated pianist Nicole Pesce and performers from the Phoenix... $200 - 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 $80 | ||
| 14 events, - 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 | 8 events, 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... - 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... - 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... | 8 events, 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... 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 | 8 events, - Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital and Abrazo Community Health Network will host a Heart Health Public Forum, which will include a live broadcast of an advanced cardiac procedure as well as stories and questions and answers by Abrazo’s top cardiovascular specialists. Free health screenings will be provided for the first 50 people. Free. JW Marriott at... | 13 events, The Eighth Annual Arizona Cocktail Weekend hosts three signature evening events—The Cocktail Jam, Top Bars and Last Slinger Standing—while the best brands in the industry showcase their best cocktails. Cocktail Jam held at The VanBuren Feb. 16. Ticket prices, schedule and participating locations available online. Downtown Phoenix. 602-633-5357 The Eighth Annual Arizona Cocktail Weekend hosts three signature evening events—The Cocktail Jam, Top Bars and Last Slinger Standing—while the best brands in the industry showcase their best cocktails. Cocktail Jam held at The VanBuren Feb. 16. Ticket prices, schedule and participating locations available online. Downtown Phoenix. 602-633-5357 Over 55 food trucks will sell all types of food, with every menu including a $2 sample. Live bands, lawn games, eating contests, a local vendor marketplace, kid’s zone, cooking classes and more. $12 in advance; $15 at the gate; VIP tickets available. Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 11a.m.–6... Over 55 food trucks will sell all types of food, with every menu including a $2 sample. Live bands, lawn games, eating contests, a local vendor marketplace, kid’s zone, cooking classes and more. $12 in advance; $15 at the gate; VIP tickets available. Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 11a.m.–6... $12 – $15 - A sensational story of the ruthlessness and vvenality of the European art world during WWII by the systematic pillaging of Jewish-owned artworks. Mary F. Cook, an international lecturer and a member of the International Foundation for Art Research will tell the story. $5. Please RSVP. 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 480-488-2286 - Join Chef Marcellino to learn how to cook gnocchi sorrentina, a delicious potato pasta dish, during this intimate cooking class at Marcellino Ristorante’s Chef’s Island. $40 plus tax and gratuity. Seating is limited, RSVP required. 7114 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale. 1–3 p.m. 480-990-9500. - Augsburg Centennial Singers men’s choir will present an afternoon of songs of praise at Christ the Lord Lutheran Church. Adults $25; Children $12.50. 9205 E. Cave Creek Rd., Carefree. 4 p.m. centennialsingers.org | ||
| 14 events, - World-renowned organist Isabelle Demers performs an impressive selection of Bach works. $21 in advance; $25 at the door. All Saints Episcopal, 6300 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 3 p.m. - World-renowned organist Isabelle Demers performs an impressive selection of Bach works. $21 in advance; $25 at the door. All Saints Episcopal, 6300 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 3 p.m. - Kick off Devour Week and celebrate the best of local cocktail culture at the Devour Phoenix Bartending Competition.Root for your favorite bartenders from the Devour Phoenix Coalition of restaurants as you sip their competition creations. $40. Portland Parkway Park, between Fez and FOUND:RE at Portland Street and Central Avenue in Phoenix. 3–6 p.m. | 7 events, - East meets west, north, and south at the second annual Devour the World event that celebrates the international flavors of Phoenix. $75. Japanese Friendship Garden,1125 N. 3rd Ave., Phoenix. 6–9 p.m. - Disruptive is a buzz word often used in articles and media reports to characterize the rapid and accelerating developments in new technologies. But what are they exactly? Free. North Valley Regional Library, 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem. 6:30–7:45 p.m. 602-652-3000 FREE - Ten soloists, multiple choirs and two orchestras perform Bach’s musical interpretation of Christ’s final suffering. $30–$45; discounts for advance purchase. Camelback Bible Church, 3900 E. Stanford Dr., Paradise Valley. 7 p.m. | 7 events, Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) presents The Music Man Jr., a musical production based on Meredith Willson's six-timeTony Award-winning musical comedy about a fast-talking salesman who gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. $13–$19. Non-reserved seating is limited. 42201 N. 41st Dr., Suite B100, Anthem. $13 – $19 Four award-winning Arizona artists, two poets, Rosemarie Dombrowski and Lois Roma-Deeley, and two photographers, Patrick O’Brien and Cyd Peroni, have formed a unique collaboration in this exhibition, exploring the intersection of the human and the wild in the desert Southwest and the interior regions of self and society. Free. Holland Gallery of Fine Art, 34250... The Italian Association of Arizona presents its 6th Annual Italian Festival celebrating all things Italian. This two-day event will entertain and delight guests with live music, delicious Italian food and wine, dance performances, authentic Italian crafts and more. $10; free for children under 12. Old Town Scottsdale’s Piazza del Southbridge, 7114 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale.... | ||||
| 9 events, - Forty rare, vintage classic autos will be featured at this inaugural, soon-to-be annual event. Proceeds benefit ALS Association, Wounded Warrior Project, Desert Foothills Library and Literacy Program and the Phoenix Children’s Hospital Foundation. Free. 8 - 10 a.m. Historic Spanish Village, 7212 E. Ho Hum Rd., Carefree. Free - Arts at the Rocks at Desert Hills Presbyterian Church presents The Allens, who have thrilled audiences worldwide with their unique blend for family harmonies for more than two decades. Free with nominal meal donation. RSVP required. Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 34605 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 4 p.m. 480-488-3384 | 7 events, PEO Chapter EU will hold its annual fundraiser, Brunch & Bingo, to provide scholarships, grants, awards and loans for women to attend Cottey College. $50. Ancala Country Club, 11700 Via Linda, Scottsdale. 602-751-8723. | 7 events, - Learn how to create a financial roadmap, including insurance coverage, titled assets, cash management and efficient estate planning. Free. Carefree Town Council Center, 33 Easy St., Carefree. 9 a.m. 480-488-6131, ext. 203 | 7 events, Visit 15 studios and galleries and observe over 60 artists in the process of creating original artwork in picturesque Fountain Hills. Visit all the studios and galleries and be eligible to win a $150 gift certificate toward the purchase of art from one of the participating artists. Free. Map available online. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. daily. Visit 15 studios and galleries and observe over 60 artists in the process of creating original artwork in picturesque Fountain Hills. Visit all the studios and galleries and be eligible to win a $150 gift certificate toward the purchase of art from one of the participating artists. Free. Map available online. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. daily. fountainhillsartleague.com |