COMMUNITY

COMMUNITY April 2022 Writer Joseph J. Airdo

April 16–Oct. 9

TERESA BAKER: CAPTURING SPACE

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art will present an exhibition of seven large-scale hanging works by Los Angeles-based Mandan/Hidatsa artist Teresa Baker. Combining Native American craft traditions using buffalo hide, willow and other natural materials with artificial materials like AstroTurf and synthetic yarns, the exhibition will contain new works made in response to the landscape of northeastern Wyoming on the high plains — beneath the Bighorn Mountains — and inspired by the vastness of that area, the unique geological formations of giant rocks, petrified logs and the sky. $10; student, senior and veteran discounts available. Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, 7374 E. Second St., Scottsdale. 480874-4666; smoca.org

KEB’ MO’

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will welcome iconic music artist Keb’ Mo’ for a concert of songs addressing topics such as immigration, depression, female empowerment and more. See website for prices. 7:30 p.m. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. 480-499-8587, scottsdaleperformingarts.org

April 21

CAREFREE ART NIGHT

Galleries throughout Carefree will host an event that offers art enthusiasts an opportunity to enjoy live music and refreshments as they stroll through the breathtaking shadows of Black Mountain in search of their next masterpiece. Free. 4–7 p.m. See website for participating galleries. visitcarefree.com

April 21

EMANUEL AX

One of the world’s pre-eminent pianists Emanuel Ax will take the stage as part of Arizona Musicfest for a concert of classical music. $41+. 7:30 p.m. La Casa de Cristo Church, 6300 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale. azmusicfest.org

April 22

BIG BRONCO ANNIVERSARY PARTY

Big Bronco — a staple of the town of Cave Creek that offers sophisticated homeowners beautiful, artisan-made furniture, décor and gifts — will host a community event featuring live music, food, drinks and more to celebrate and commemorate its 22nd anniversary. A portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit local horse groups. Big Bronco, 6602 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek. 480575-7025; bigbroncocavecreek.com

April 23 and 24

CINDERELLA

Ballet Etudes will perform a two-act ballet following the kind-hearted Cinderella, her wicked step-mother, her two clumsy step-sisters and her loving fairy godmother. $21+. Saturday 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Sunday 3 p.m. Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler.

April 23 and 30

JUBILATE CONCERT

Jubilate Conservatory will perform a pair of recitals featuring voice, violin, viola, and cello soloists. Free. 1 p.m. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Road, Cave Creek. 480-488-2286; dfla.org

RHAPSODY IN BLUE

Salt River Brass will perform a concert of popular and classical music from George Gershwin’s more than two dozen scores for Broadway and Hollywood. $18+; student and senior discounts available. 3 p.m. Mesa Arts Center, One East Main St., Mesa. saltriverbrass.org

April 24–May 1

WATER IN THE DESERT

Orpheus Male Chorus of Phoenix will perform a concert of water-themed choral music — including sea shanties, rivers, weeping and baptism. See website for prices. April 24 3 p.m. at The Church at Litchfield Park, 300 N. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park; April 26 7:30 p.m. at Velda Rose United Methodist Church, 5540 E. Main St., Mesa; May 1 3 p.m. at Camelback Bible Church, 3900 E. Stanford Drive, Paradise Valley. orpheus.org

April 29

THE OFFICIAL BLUES BROTHERS REVUE

Wayne Catania and Kieron Lafferty will take the stage as part of Arizona Musicfest for a night of laughter, dancing and foot-stompin' fun as they capture the infectious humor and unbridled spirit of The Blues Brothers. $35+. 7:30 p.m. Highlands Church, 9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale. azmusicfest.org

April 29

VIP PLATINUM WINEMAKER DINNER

The Verde Valley Wine Festival will host a special event that will include premium wine and culinary options, a live auction and live music. See website for price and time. Old Town Cottonwood Clubhouse, 805 N. Main St., Cottonwood. verdevalleywinefestival.com

April 30

BROADWAY BOUND

Scottsdale’s premier adult choir Upscale Singers will perform a concert featuring the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Disney, “Grease” and ABBA. The event will include a cash bar, a raffle, a silent auction and a buffet dinner. $55. 5:30 p.m. Fenlon Hall at St. Patrick Catholic Community, 10815 N. 84th St., Scottsdale. upscalesingers.com

COMMUNITY April 2022 Writer Joseph J. Airdo

April 30

VERDE VALLEY WINE FESTIVAL

The Verde Valley Wine Festival will return for its fifth year, featuring more than 20 Arizona wineries and a variety of Arizona brewers and distillers as well as dozens of culinary options and local crafters/exhibitors. Attendees will also enjoy live music throughout the day from three local bands. See website for price. Noon–5 p.m. Old Town Activity Park, 187 E. Pima St., Cottonwood. verdevalleywinefestival.com

YUM FOOD-FEST

Bell Bank Park will host an event that will feature the area’s best food trucks, live music, vendors, games and more. $5+. 3–10 p.m. Bell Bank Park, 1 Legacy Drive, Mesa. bellbankpark.com

April 30 and May 1

YOU COME, TOO

Sonoran Desert Chorale will perform a concert of music that celebrates coming home, coming together, making a spiritual journey and spending time with loved ones. $18+; student and senior discounts available. Saturday 7:30 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 15 E. First Ave., Mesa. Sunday 3 p.m. La Casa De Cristo Lutheran Church, 6300 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale. 480-305-4538; sonorandesertchorale.org

May 14

RETURN TO DOWNTON AFTERNOON TEA PARTY

English Rose Tea Room will host a celebratory afternoon tea in preparation of the release of the new major motion picture “Downton Abbey: A New Era.” Costumes are essential while “Downton Abbey”-inspired gifts, music and photo opportunities will be available. $55. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. RSVP. English Rose Tea Room, 201 Easy Street, Carefree. 480-488-4812; carefreetea.com

ARTS LEAGUE ACCEPTS SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS

Applications for the Sonoran Arts League’s visual arts scholarships are now open to students who have excelled in the visual arts field and have enrolled in higher education at which they plan to continue their artistic studies. A total of $4,000 will be awarded. Applications must be received by April 13. sonoranartsleague.org

MUSEUM ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR

Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West recently announced the appointment of Michael Zirulnik as its new development director. Zirulnik will be responsible for engaging locally, regionally and across the country, with philanthropic interests to establish the museum as the premier institution to support the art, culture and lifestyle of the American West. He comes to the museum as an experienced professional with two decades of involvement in intersecting industries including higher education, healthcare, aviation and the arts. scottsdalemuseumwest.org