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Phoenix, Scottsdale museums to receive Eddie Basha art collection

The Basha family is donating The Eddie Basha Collection of American Indian and Western American fine art to both the Heard Museum in Phoenix and Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West. more

Special to Independent Newsmedia | 10/3/23

The de Sarthe Gallery Scottsdale, 7507 E. McDonald Drive, has announced the joint opening of Ron Contra's and Rick Levinson's solo exhibitions.

Scottsdale art gallery opens two solo exhibitions

The de Sarthe Gallery Scottsdale, 7507 E. McDonald Drive, is hosting drinks and music by Teengen 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, in celebration of the joint opening of Ron Contra's and Rick Levinson's … more

9/29/23

Haunted Wine Tours is a new wine tour company based in Phoenix, from Tiffany Carter, co-founder of Wine Taste Travel, a concierge service for wine lovers. Haunted Wine Tours partners with Scottsdale Nights Transportation to create unique experiences onboard luxury vehicles.

Haunted Wine Tours crawl through Old Town Scottsdale

Haunted Wine Tours has announced two Halloween-themed wine and bar crawls through Old Town Scottsdale. The crawls will open to private group bookings Oct. 1 and both feature unique interactive … more

9/29/23

Photographer Christina Fernandez's series “Lavanderia” is a collection of images of laundromats taken from the outside looking in at night.

New photography, interactive artwork invigorates SMoCA

New exhibits opened this month at Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art. The new exhibits include an extensive series by photographer Christina Fernandez, an interactive light installation by … more

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Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation debuts programming calendar at Taliesin West

The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation is reinvigorating the famed architect’s winter home in Scottsdale, Taliesin West, with an array of new daily tours, diverse cultural events and youth and … more

9/26/23

Alexander Malofeev, Kronos Quartet, Takács Quartet, Joshua Bell with Larisa Martínez, Candian Brass and Turtle Island Quartet (clockwise from upper left) are among the artists in the 2023–24 classical and chamber concerts at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.

Scottsdale Arts announces 2023–24 classical and chamber concerts

Scottsdale Arts has announced the classical and chamber concerts that will be part of the 2023–24 season, its 46th season of Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel and new collaborations … more

9/26/23

Presented by the Kierland Master Association, in collaboration with The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa and Kierland Commons, OktoberWest will feature an evening filled with country-western themed autumn activities.

OktoberWest Festival is Oct. 21 in Scottsdale

The OktoberWest Festival returns to The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, 6902 E. Greenway Parkway, 7-11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21. The festival puts a twist on traditional Oktoberfest celebrations … more

9/26/23

A collaboration among Kierland Commons, Vermillion Promotions and Willcox Wine Country, The Kierland Fine Art & Wine Festival will celebrate art, culture, wine and flavors.

Fine Art & Wine Festival returns to Kierland Commons

The second annual Kierland Fine Art & Wine Festival will take place 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 and Sunday, Oct. 29, at Kierland Commons Main Street, 15205 N. Kierland Blvd. More than … more

9/26/23

W Scottsdale hosts Nevermore Halloween event

Nevermore Halloween at W Scottsdale, 7277 E. Camelback Road, will take place 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 28. The Halloween event combines the haunting allure of Nevermore with inspiration from the … more

9/25/23

Residents can bring chairs to the Quad, 15059 N. Scottsdale Road, and listen to local bands perform 5-7 p.m. every Saturday.

Scottsdale Quarter’s Fall Concert Series continues

Scottsdale Quarter’s Fall Concert Series continues Saturday, Sept. 30, with the Desert Dixie Band. Residents can bring chairs to the Quad, 15059 N. Scottsdale Road, and listen to local … more

9/25/23

AJ’s The Art of Wine and Tastes of the Season return to Scottsdale Arts on Oct. 7.

AJ’s The Art of Wine and Tastes of the Season returns to Scottsdale Arts

AJ’s Fine Foods and Scottsdale Arts are hosting The Art of Wine and Tastes of the Season Saturday, Oct. 7 at the Center Space in Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd St. … more

9/22/23

Jacob Jonas The Company, Les Ballet Trockadero de Monet Carlo and Gibney Company (clockwise from left) are the three of the featured companies in the 2023–24 dance series at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.

Scottsdale Arts announces 2023–24 dance series

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts has announced the performances that will be part of its 2023–24 dance series. This season, audiences can witness the creativity of Los … more

9/21/23

The Glass Pumpkin Patch will feature more than 1,000 glass pumpkins handmade by artist Gregory Tomb and available for purchase.

Glass pumpkin patch returns to Scottsdale

The Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St., is hosting the annual Glass Pumpkin Patch fundraiser 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Oct. 20-22, featuring more than 1,000 glass pumpkins handmade by … more

9/21/23

Pumpkin sculptor offering carving classes in Scottsdale

The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, 6902 E. Greenway Parkway, will welcome pumpkin artist Ray Villafane and a team of former Food Network pumpkin carving champions to host two pumpkin carving … more

9/21/23

Holland Center, Desert Foothills Library present book festival in Scottsdale

Presented by The Holland Center and Desert Foothills Library, the second annual Desert Foothills Book Festival will take place 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, at The Holland Center, 34250 N. 60 th … more

9/19/23

Pianist Vitaly Serebriakov and guest conductor Matthew Kasper will join forces to present works by Brahms, Marquez and Gershwin.

Scottsdale Philharmonic announces opening concert of 2023-24 season

The Scottsdale Philharmonic is launching its 2023-24 season with an opening concert 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 15, at the Madison Center for the Arts, 5601 N. 16th St. Performed by pianist and … more

9/19/23

During the Police K9 Trials, seventy police K9 teams compete in a show of courage in a powerful real-world scenario contest.

Desert Dog Police K9 Trials, Public Safety Expo returns to Scottsdale

The 20th Desert Dog Police K9 Trials and Public Safety Expo returns to WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct 21, and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 22. … more

9/19/23

The Desert Hills Community School of Music Saxophone Ensemble

Desert Hills Community School of Music presents recital, concert

Faculty members from the Desert Hills Community School of Music will perform a program of selections from 20th and 21st century music, including jazz, pieces from movies and Broadway shows and other … more

9/19/23

Taste of Italy event returns to Scottsdale

The ninth biannual Taste of Italy event is returning Oct. 21 and 22 to Scottsdale Stadium, 7408 E. Osborn Road. This rain-or-shine event will feature a variety of local Italian food vendors, live … more

9/19/23

“A Silver Retrospective,” the solo exhibition of Peter Brian Klein whose artwork is primarily black and white with his subject matter varying as his perspective changes from natural to architectural and even avant-grade imagery.

‘A Sliver Retrospective’ to open at Royse Contemporary

Royse Contemporary will present “A Silver Retrospective,” the solo exhibition of Peter Brian Klein whose artwork explores various subject matter. more

9/15/23

JoJo’s ShakeBAR’s pumpkin patch kicks off Sept. 22.

JoJo's ShakeBAR introduces pumpkin patch experience at Scottsdale Quarter

JoJo’s ShakeBAR, 15037 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite J150, announces the launch of a pumpkin patch experience on Friday, Sept. 22. The restaurant will transform with a patch, unique pumpkin … more

9/15/23

First Tee hosts 20th anniversary dinner in Scottsdale

Phoenix’s First Tee, a nonprofit that has been teaching underserved youth and Valley children critical life and social skills via golf lessons, announces its 20th anniversary dinner 6 p.m. … more

9/14/23

The Camelback Studio Tour and Art Sale provides an opportunity for art aficionados to meet some of the most sought-after fine artists in Arizona, see their own personal studios and purchase art masterpieces. The two-day event represents an array of artists and mediums including sculpture, paintings, fine jewelry, mixed metals and more. Visit camelbackstudiotour.com.

Camelback Studio Tour, Art Sale celebrates 16th year this fall

Now in its 16th year, the Camelback Studio Tour and Art Sale returns to the Valley this fall. During the two-day event — Saturday, Nov. 11, and Sunday, Nov. 12 — guests can tour local … more

9/13/23

Scottsdale Arts and the city of Scottsdale will celebrate the 50th anniversary of “Windows to the West” by Louise Nevelson, the completion of “The Desert’s Garden” by Tammi Lynch-Forrest and the 55th anniversary of Scottsdale City Hall during a special event Oct. 26 at Scottsdale Civic Center.

Scottsdale to celebrate 50 years of public art

Scottsdale Arts and the city of Scottsdale will celebrate the oldest and newest works in the city’s Permanent Art Collection with a special event 4-6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26, at the newly … more

By Brian Passey, Communications Manager, Scottsdale Arts | 9/12/23