do restaurant. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own blankets and chairs for their comfort. 6:30 p.m. Free. www.cityscapephoenix.com. FALL CONCERT SERIES Sept. 10, 17 and 24, Scottsdale Quarter Take advantage of the slightly cooler evenings with Scottsdale Quarter’s Fall Concert Series. The outdoor concert series celebrates local artists every Saturday for eight weeks in the Quarter’s grassy quad with music spanning pop covers to rock-infused country. The performers this month include Rock Lobster (Sept. 10), Elvis Before Noon (Sept. 17) and Ryan Sims (Sept. 24). 5-7 p.m. Free. www.scottsdalequarter.com. DRINK & DINE Sept. 14, Tanzy Restaurant Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind dinner and entertainment experience at Scottsdale Quarter. Enjoy a four-course meal paired with Marilyn Monroe’s drink of choice: Piper Heidsieck Champagne. Each course will feature a delicious dish paired with an equally delicious Champagne selection. This elegant experience will leave you feeling like you’ve gone back in time to clink glasses with the famed actress herself. Starts at 5 p.m. $75. www.tanzyrestaurant.com. THE VELOCITY OF AUTUMN Sept. 2-17, The Herberger Theater Get ready for an emotional tale showcasing a near breaking point of a family dynamic. Alexandra is a 79-year-old artist in a showdown with her family over where she will spend her remaining years. Alexandra barricades herself in her Brooklyn brownstone with her passion, wit and a pile of Molotov cocktails. Enter Chris, her estranged son that is back after 20 years of absence and get ready for an action-packed, emotional story. Show times and ticket prices vary. www.herbergertheater.org. THE CHRIS MITCHELL EXPERIENCE Sept. 3, Orpheum Theatre Jazz music lovers, get ready for a night of musical enjoyment as Chris Mitchell takes the stage at the Orpheum Theatre. The Grammy-nominated saxophonist performs an exciting collection of romantic and beautiful Bossa Nova jazz from his new album, I Found Forever. If you’re not familiar with him, Mitchell is a saxophone superstar whose performing experience and repertoire of jazz tunes will bring your musical senses to their limits. Instrumental covers of big-band tunes as well as R&B hits are just a few of the tricks he has up his sleeve. 8 p.m. $40. www.phoenixconventioncenter.com. CITY LIGHTS MOVIE NIGHT Sept. 9, CityScape The Minions are about to invade CityScape! CityScape will turn into minion central with a free movie night and other fun minion-themed activities for those who love the little yellow creatures. Come to Downtown Phoenix a little early to grab yourself a front-row spot, hang out at the splash pad to help cool you down, or grab dinner and snacks at a nearby
SEPTEMBER CALENDAR BY GRETCHEN PAHIA
12th Annual Phoenix Cooks Sept. 3, Westin Kierland Resort & Spa Food lovers will come together in one great place to celebrate Phoenix Cooks, where your taste buds delight. Guests can sample dishes and drinks from more than 50 of the best local chefs and restaurants and more than 30 wines, beers and mixologist creations. Attendees will also have the opportunity to learn new recipes, check out new cooking techniques and see chefs compete in Iron Chef-style cooking challenges. This year’s charity raffle will benefit Banner Children’s; 100 percent of the net proceeds will go toward helping Banner Children’s provide excellent patient care to children. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $60-$100. www.phoenixcooks.com.
SO SCOTTSDALE! |
SS_80_85Do_Cal_Event_Sept16.indd 82
82
BEETHOVEN’S SYMPHONY NO. 5 Sept.16-18, Phoenix Symphony Hall Classical music fans rejoice because the 20162017 Phoenix Symphony season is kicking off with Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony. The beautiful sounds of this season’s orchestra, lead by Tito Muñoz, is anticipated to be an impressive interpretation of Beethoven’s powerful “Victory” symphony. Fri. and Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. $23-$84. www.phoenixsymphony.org. MESSY FEST Sept. 17, Schnepf Farms It’s time to get down and dirty on the farm – Schnepf Farms, that is! The entire family will enjoy this outdoor event that brings together all things messy. From massive mud pits to tomato tosses and even a mashed potato mosh pit, this event has it all. Be sure to arrive in old clothes you don’t mind getting stained, torn or damaged, and get ready for a whole lot of fun. Proceeds from this event will benefit Phoenix Children’s Hospital’s Camp Rainbow, which is an organization devoted to providing meaningful experiences for kids battling cancer or blood disease. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $5-$20. www.messyfest.com. MONDAY NIGHT CHEF’S TABLE Sept. 19, ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho Inside the iconic Hotel Valley Ho, Zuzu is serving up four courses paired with four wines at the monthly Monday Night Chef’s Table series. At this month’s dinner, explore the delicious wines of Napa Cellars, which puts a modern spin on classic Napa wines. Enjoy conversation from Executive Chef Charles Wiley and the evening’s special guest. The seasonal menu is crafted to pair perfectly with the specific pours of the night. Reservations are required. 6:30 p.m. $68. www.hotelvalleyho.com.
| SEPTEMBER 2016
8/24/16 8:28 AM