AUGUST 2026 6 !"#$%&'"#(()*+*,-' !"#!$%!& $"./&0#1'2345 Wine and Watercolor 6 p.m. at Shemer Art Center, 5005 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix. Watercolor expert John Erwin is here to teach students all the tips to crafting a beautiful painting – vino included. Guests will learn the basics as well as some advanced techniques while also making new friends in an intimate setting. All supplies will be provided. Registration is $45 per person. shemerartcenter.org 6/+0#1'2347'8'&#$./0#1'2349' Sip + Shop Summer Market Series 6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, at Hotel Valley Ho, 6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale. The Summer Market Series is back with a celebrity chef dinner on August 14, featuring a three-course meal prepared by Chefs Russell LaCasce and Beau MacMillan. Saturday’s market will feature samples, live music, vendors, tastings and a voucher for ZuZu. The market is free to attend – but registration is required. Dinner is $149 per person. hotelvalleyho.com &#$./0#1'2349 Spirited Sipping Seminar 3 p.m. at Mountain Shadows Resort, 5445 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale. Hosted by Hearth ‘61, these seminars are designed to teach attendees about the history of wine and spirits through savory sips. Students will learn about classic and modern drinks – anything from vino to cocktails is on the table. This month’s theme is vodka vs. gin. Class size is limited to 20 people. Tickets are $45 per person. mountainshadows.com &.*0#1'234: Tai Chi & Qigong Experience 8 a.m. at the Japanese Friendship Garden, 1125 N. 3rd Ave., Phoenix. Experience the healing arts of Tai Chi and Qigong in the serene setting of the Japanese Friendship Garden. Guided by instructor Ping Wei, this workshop blends the flowing movements of Tai Chi with the energy-balancing practice of Hunyuan Qigong to enhance balance, strength, and inner harmony. Tickets are $20. japanesefriendshipgarden.org $.)&0#1'2342' Dinner and a Movie 5:30 p.m. at Marcellino Ristorante, 7114 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale. Guests are invited to Marcellino for a three-course summer special dinner while watching a classic film on the house. Tonight’s movie is Breakfast at Tiffany’s : Audrey Hepburn stars as a New York socialite who becomes interested in a man – but will her past get in the way of love? Dinner starts at $50 per person. marcellinoristorante.com &#$./0#1'234 Slide the Rails 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, 7301 E. Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale. One last hurrah before school starts takes place at the railroad park this weekend. Guests will find water slides, obstacle courses, a giant bubble foam pit, and access to the train and carousel. There will also be food and beverage options – Hartley’s General Store has ice cream covered, while Kade’s Deja Brew and Pop Stroke will be on-site serving up sweet treats. Tickets are $10 per person. therailroadpark.com Petals and Prosecco 10 a.m. at Hope Women’s Center HQ, 1640 E. McDowell Road, Phoenix. Hope Women’s Center is hosting a fundraiser that combines floral design, brunch, and philanthropy. Attendees will participate in a hands-on floral arranging workshop led by Array Designs while sipping mimosas and enjoying brunch bites. Proceeds will go toward Hope Women’s Center’s mission of providing free programs, resources, and support services. Tickets are $65. hopewomenscenter.org &.*0#1'23;' The Duke: Still in the Saddle Film Series 2 p.m. at Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, 3830 N. Marshall Way. Step into the golden age of Western cinema with The Duke: Still in the Saddle Film Series. These events celebrate the legacy of John Wayne and his impact on the Western genre. Today’s film is The Shootist : J.B. Books is an aging gunfighter diagnosed with cancer who comes to Nevada at the turn of the 20th century. There will be a post-screening discussion. Tickets are $10. westernspirit.org !)0*)&0#1'239 Sushi Making Class 5:30 p.m. at Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, 5700 E. McDonald Dr., Paradise Valley. Sushi lovers – this one is for you! Guided by Sanctuary’s expert chef, guests will experience the art of sushi making by creating three different rolls. The evening includes tastings, two pieces of nigiri, a selection of wine, dessert, and a hands-on opportunity for guests to craft their own roll. Tickets start at $100. sanctuaryaz.com $"./&0#1'23: Petals for Paws 5:30 p.m. at The Esplanade, 2501 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix. Raising funds for Arizona Humane Society, this event is hosted by The Flower Garage and will teach attendees all the tips and tricks needed to create a beautiful flower arrangement. All materials are included and beverages will be available for purchase. Registration is required, tickets are $125 per person. the-flower-garage.com &#$./0#1'232 Letterpress Workshop 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at Hazel & Violet, 1301 NW Grand Ave., Phoenix. Curious about letterpress printing? Hazel & Violet can help. Guests will learn the basics of letterpress with wood and metal settings to print their very own poster, card or coasters. All materials are provided. Registration starts at $70 per person. hazelandviolet.com Create Playdate 11 a.m. at the Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave. Want to make art inspired by your favorite pieces at the museum? Create Playdate offers young artists to do just that with a hands-on activity during their visit. Each week’s Create Playdate offers a new theme, an art making activity to do at the museum, and projects to do at home. Admission to the museum is $15 for kids and $25 for adults. No registration required. phxart.org $.)&0#1'2344 Q&A with Peter Santenello 6:30 p.m. at Changing Hands Bookstore, 6428 S. McClintock Dr., Tempe. Peter Santenello spent years traveling through 85 countries, including his own American backyard. He visited communities across the country, from tiny towns in Appalachia to the streets of East LA, and that’s the topic of Your Fellow Americans – a journey that reminds us of the many reasons we’ve got to love the USA. Tickets are $40 and include a signed copy. changinghands.com What started with an entrepreneurial idea between Arcadia cousins George and Finn Burch has grown into Viral Tee , an online platform designed to make custom T-shirt creation simple. Every design automatically receives its own online storefront, allowing creators to share their shirts and potentially earn money if a design takes off. viraltee.co Pizza lovers have something to look forward to with the upcoming arrival of Arcadia Pizza Company (3122 E. Indian School Road). The neighborhood eatery promises handcrafted pizzas made with quality ingredients in a family-friendly setting. Stay tuned as we learn more! arcadiapizzacompany.com Through August 31, LDV Winery (7134 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale) is collecting school supplies for the City of Scottsdale’s Back to School Program as part of a Scottsdale Wine Trail initiative. Guests who donate items such as backpacks, notebooks, pens, pencils and other classroom essentials at the Tasting Room in Old Town will receive $5 off a glass of select wine. ldvwinery.com Arizona Chef’s Week returns through August 9, offering 10 days of exclusive three- course prix fixe menus priced at $55 or $66. The event supports Valley restaurants – Beckett’s Table, Collins Brothers Public House, Tarbell’s and Vecina, to name a few – during the slower summer season while showcasing creative, limited-time dishes. New in 2026, the series will feature exclusive ticketed dining experiences at select restaurants. arizonachefsweek.com The eighth annual Bar Brawl hosted by Chef Beau MacMillan will be held at Hotel Valley Ho (6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale) every Sunday through August 23. Across three rounds of craft cocktail challenges, competitors will put their talent to the test as they battle for the title of Bar Brawl Champion. Attendees can watch the action unfold, listen to live music, and enjoy bites and drinks available for purchase. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Admission is complimentary and reservations are required. hotelvalleyho.com The Arizona Twirling Athletes Baton Twirling Corps is accepting registration for children ages 5-15. An eight-week introductory session begins August 24, teaching baton twirling, dance, gymnastics and marching at Valley schools. arizonatwirlingathletes.org The Beau Collective (5115 N. Central Ave.) is hosting a grand opening on August 8, 2026 from 8-11 a.m. offering a sampling of mini fitness classes, light bites, shopping and raffles every hour. 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When a famous novelist is murdered at his own birthday party, an eager police officer must interrogate all 13 suspects, played by one other actor. This musical comedy is “a non-stop sprint through suspects, accents, and a live piano score.” Tickets start at $60. phoenixtheatre.com &#$45.#/'0127' Rosson House Theater Event 7 p.m. at The Square PHX, 113 N. Sixth St., Phoenix. Sounds of Suffrage will take place at the Rosson House this evening. The suffrage movement defined the fight for equal rights and impacted many different groups in the years to come. Guests will experience the songs, testimony, and memorabilia during a 30-minute performance from the Arizona Curriculum Theater in honor of America 250. Admission is $20. thesquarephx.org &#$45.#/'0127 Street League Skateboarding 2 p.m. at Mullett Arena, 411 S. Packard Dr., Tempe. The SLS Takeover will transform Mullett Arena into a celebration of skateboarding culture, featuring Arizonans Dashawn Jordan, Jagger Eaton and Paige Heyn competing on a custom-designed course inspired by the desert, street spots and the region’s skateboarding legacy, marking the league’s return to the Valley more than a decade after its first event. Tickets start at $24. streetleague.com &4*.#/'0189 Alaskan Traditional Youth Games 10 a.m. at the Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. This is the last day to experience Molly of Denali: An Alaskan Adventure at the Heard Museum. Guests can check out a closing celebration focused on traditional youth games from Alaska. Find live demos and an interactive workshop to learn how games are played – and play them! Discover how movement and skill are connected to community and culture. Tickets are $26 for adults, $10 for kids. heard.org &4*.#/'0189 Matilda The Musical 2 p.m. at Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix. Matilda is a child with astonishing wit, intelligence – oh, and psychokinetic powers. Matilda’s school life is made worse by Miss Trunchbull, but her courage and cleverness will save the day. Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, this performance might give kids and grownups the dose of daring they didn’t know they needed. Tickets start at $28. herbergertheater.org Street League Skateboarding at Mullett Arena in Tempe. Matilda The Musical at Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix. J M Chapman Agency Inc Jay Chapman, Agent Bus: (480) 945-7122 7055 E Thomas Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85251 jchapman@amfam.com American Family Mutual Insurance Company, S.I. & its Operating Companies, 6000 American Parkway, Madison, WI 53783 ©2015 006441 – Rev. 2/20 – 12923221 CALL (480) 945-7122 FOR A NO-OBLIGATION FREE QUOTE. INSURANCE DESIGNED WITH YOU AND YOUR DREAMS IN MIND. 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