ProMusica Arizona presents its ‘International Holiday’ concert Dec. 8‑9

ANTHEM – ProMusica Arizona chorale and orchestra members are busy preparing for their “International Holiday” concert.

“It is a fabulous event to make into a family holiday ritual or even a wonderful way to gather the neighbors and plan a neighborhood event around the concert,” said Connie Henry, ProMusica president.

Many community groups are volunteering their time to make these concerts a success. The Boys Scouts are lighting the luminaria that will encircle the Performing Arts Center. Students from Boulder Creek High School are pitching in back stage, and General Federation of Women’s Club members are helping sell tickets and usher.

The performances will be presented at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 8 and 9 at Boulder Creek’s Performing Arts Center, located at 40404 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy. in Anthem. Tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for students. For more information, call (623) 551‑8327.

‘An Artist’s Safari’ at Zuva Gallery

NORTH SCOTTSDALE – On Dec. 7 from 6‑8 p.m., Zuva Gallery will be hosting a book signing and South African wine tasting with acclaimed wildlife artist and first‑time author Fred Krakowiak.

The author will be on hand to sign copies of his beautifully written and illustrated book, “Africa: An Artist’s Safari.” Krakowiak is formally trained in the ancient Japanese art of Sumi ink drawing. He also creates stunning oil paintings on copper that will be on display at the gallery. Krakowiak will also be demonstrating Sumi‑ink techniques on Dec. 10, from noon to 2 p.m. at Zuva Gallery.

During the month of December, Zuva Gallery is holding a raffle for a copy of Krakowiak’s book, along with two books by acclaimed wildlife photographer/writer team Dereck & Beverly Joubert, titled “The Africa Diaries: An Illustrated Memoir of Life in the Bush” and “The Lions of Savuti: Hunting With The Moon.” To enter, submit an e‑mail with your name, mailing address and e‑mail address. The winner will be drawn Dec. 31. Zuva Gallery is located in el Pedregal, 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. For more information call (480) 488‑6000 or visit  www.zuvagallery.com for more information.