Beauty Before Bronze
Having grown up surrounded by nature, wildlife bronze sculptor Bryce Pettit’s deep love for the world around him and his desire to create art have always been closely linked.
Luminous Landscapes
Erin Hanson’s Scottsdale gallery, which officially opened its doors earlier this fall, prominently features the artist’s shimmering depictions of the Grand Canyon State.
Patriotic Performances
This month, as we pay tribute to our nation’s veterans, bands, choirs and orchestras across the Valley will perform concerts consisting of some of the songs that help us express the pride and gratitude that words alone could never completely convey.
Patriotism, Gratitude and Connection
Retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Amber Cargile has a long history of volunteer service with the Anthem Veterans Memorial, serving as protocol advisor during its inaugural Veterans Day ceremony in 2011 and assisting with script research as well as ensuring the flawless lead-up to its 11:11 a.m. solar spotlight ever since.
Stephen Webster: Jewelry Royalty
Stephen Webster’s designs marry traditional craftsmanship, innovation, fair trade and a decidedly rebellious rock ’n’ roll spirit.
Communicate & Connect: New Director Brings Community-Based Approach to Phoenix Art Museum
Phoenix Art Museum’s new director, Jeremy Mikolajczak, wants everyone to experience the magic of museums.
Book Appétit!
Co-facilitated by Dana Rakinic and Jan Kruse, Literate Foodies meets the first Monday of each month at Desert Foothills Library to discuss topics at the intersection of food and literature.
Knowledgable Neighbors
Jim Sherbert presents a monthly lecture series at Holland Community Center featuring a broad spectrum of Americana topics — from sports, banking and politics to Native American culture, the supreme court and wars.
Festive Forest
Following a Nov. 16 dinner that features live and silent auctions, Anthem Cares Through Service will host its second annual Festival of Trees Nov. 17–19 at Outlets at Anthem.
ZONA: Setting the Stage for Music Discovery
A new two-day boutique music festival — set for Dec. 3 and 4 at Margaret T. Hance Park in downtown Phoenix — will feature a diverse range of national and local alternative, indie, pop and rock artists in addition to highlighting several nearby businesses and vendors.