Unique jewelry pieces up for auction in Glendale | Things to Do

Weekend vibes incoming! Whether you’re craving bold bites, Broadway lights, glittering auctions, or a soul-lifting spin class, the Valley is bursting with fun this weekend. From Aug. 8 to 10, dive into a New Orleans-inspired musical, score back-to-school dining deals, or roll up your sleeves for a community art project. Here’s your go-to guide for things to do, no FOMO allowed.

Let the good times roll! Tony Award-winning Broadway veterans are teaming up with local talent for the world premiere of “Let the Good Times Roll: A New Orleans Gumbo” at The Phoenix Theatre Company. Opening day is Aug. 8. See more details here.

All that glitters. From an Art Deco diamond watch pendant dating back to the Silent Movie era to a 14-karat gold and gemstone evening purse, more than 100 unique jewelry pieces will go to auction Saturday, Aug. 9, at EJ’s Auction & Appraisal in Glendale. Learn more here.

Arizona Chef’s Week. Arizona Chef’s Week is heating up the Valley through Aug. 10, serving up bold flavors, chef-driven creativity and a fresh reason to dine out this summer. Get the scoop here.

Community art. The Sonoran Arts League is hosting free, all-ages ceramic bowl-making workshops every Friday in August to support the fall Foothills Empty Bowls Project. No experience is needed, but space is limited and registration is encouraged. Learn more here.

Back to school eats. Before your favorite students hit the books, be sure to check out JoJo’s shakeBAR in Scottsdale or Ling’s Wok Shop and Ling & Louie’s Asian Bar & Grill for B2S dining deals. 

Body and soul. A new kind of workout is rolling into the Valley, combining high-energy fitness with spiritual inspiration. The Underground Phoenix is launching SOUL+FULL, a 45-minute indoor cycling class set to gospel and contemporary Christian music, designed to elevate both body and soul. Learn more here.

See a show. Hale Centre Theatre Arizona brings Roald Dahl’s timeless tale to life this summer with its production of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” running through Aug. 16 at the theater’s downtown Gilbert location. Read all about it here.

Hot art, cool show. Desert Foothills Gallery invites the community to experience a vibrant blend of creativity and culture at the 2025 “Hot Art–Cool Show,” now on view through Oct. 1 at Desert Foothills Library. From bold abstracts to intricate realism, the show highlights the diversity and depth of the local art scene. Learn more here.

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