The 17th Annual Scottsdale International Film Festival kicks off this week and it’s bigger and better than ever! No more driving between theaters because this year it all takes place conveniently at one location, Harkins Shea 14. The festival launched back in ’01 with only 11 films and has progressively grown to more than 60+ films! Five days of back-to-back films that will whet anyone’s appetite! This year’s schedule is packed with options … [Read more...]
Three events to keep you really cool in July
Winter in July Are you looking for some "cool" fun this July? Look no further than Winter in July at the Phoenix Zoo when they unload over 40 tons of snow for kids, adults and animals. Watch out for the weather advisory in effect from 7:00am to 11:00am on July 15th when every 30 minutes snow flurries are predicted. It’s guaranteed these blizzard conditions will treat the kids to enough white powder for snow angels and snowmen! Once you’re … [Read more...]
Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show takes place February 16-26 at West World
The Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show gets underway this Thursday and it so much more than a horse show. It’s a ten day show with a million dollar purse, and a meet-and-greet with The Million Dollar Mare! You don’t even have to be a horse lover to delight in what the Arabian horse world brings to North Scottsdale. There are over 300 booths to peruse and shop, gala parties and seminars to attend, and an international food court to satiate … [Read more...]
Toad the Wet Sprocket to Headline the 2017 Arizona Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon
Are you in for running 26.2 or 13.1 miles or would you prefer to walk the sidelines enjoying live bands while sipping some good craft brew? Whatever your gait, 25,000 runners plus thousands of spectators will turn out this weekend for the Arizona Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon as it spans the cities of Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe. Both the marathon and half marathon use the wave start procedure with the fastest runners up front with a 7:50 a.m. … [Read more...]
25 Years of ZooLights
Family and friends will soon start arriving home for the Holidays and it will be a blur of activities, good food and fun times! If you are looking for a wholesome activity for all ages, you’ll definitely want to head out to ZooLights. It takes the crew at the zoo approximately 14 weeks to get everything installed and hung and they’ve flipped the switch and millions of lights are now on! Visitors will enjoy moments of aw and wonder with … [Read more...]
The Craz is here! Pickleball hits North Scottsdale
Pickleball hits North Scottsdale! Wait a minute, what’s pickleball? Ask the large contingency of North Scottsdale players and they’ll tell you it’s a competitive, action-packed paddle game that is a cross between tennis, badminton and ping-pong. When players in the Grayhawk area got tired of driving over to Cholla Park to play they decided they wanted their own courts. But the conundrum was where and how? Not only is land at a premium in … [Read more...]
Take on Thanksgiving with a morning Turkey Trot
You know you are going to stuff yourself on Thanksgiving Day, so why not do it guilt-free? Burn-to-earn the right to indulge in that second helping of mashed potatoes and gravy or pumpkin pie by participating in a local Turkey Trot! There are a lot of options to choose from around the state but here are three that are located in the North Valley. Scottsdale’s Phoenician Resort opens their Canyon Golf Course to resort guests and … [Read more...]
Hidden in the Hills Studio Tour
Looking for a unique gift to give for the Holidays? Well then, you’ll want to take your family and friends and head for the hills, to shop in over 40+ private homes. The Hidden in the Hills Studio Tour showcases the work of 188 artists in locations throughout North Scottsdale, Cave Creek and Carefree. This year is the 20th annual tour and sale hosted by The Sonoran Arts League where local and nationally esteemed artists display their … [Read more...]
If your looking for a unique dining experience, look no further!
Looking for a unique dining experience? Look no further because The Simple Farm and The Scottsdale Resort have partnered to bring you an 8-month farm-to-kitchen supper series. The three-course menus will change from month-to-month, but be prepared to be wowed by themes such as Campfire Chuck Wagon Cooking, Milk Can Prairie Style Cookout and Native American Style Wood Fire Cooking. The meals are an opportunity for participants to intimately … [Read more...]
Saturday Night Date Night in Scottsdale – The Finest Food Trucks Around
Saturday nights in Scottsdale is street food night, and the options of delicious entrees and gourmet desserts just keep getting better! You might question the word gourmet when used in the same sentence as street food, but The Lobster Lady is just one of the caravan trucks that will prove it’s so. The line to purchase a $19 lobster roll is the longest at the Scottsdale Food Truck Caravan and if you want to double the meat, plan on … [Read more...]
