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June 2022
June 2022, page 7

6 JUNE 2022 WHAT’S HAPPENING, ARCADIA? BRIEFS A video, podcast and photography studio opened in May in The Marilyn at 4602 E. Thomas Road, Phoenix. The Good Vibe Media is a 2,000-square-foot space with five separate studio rooms for all creatives to utilize. Half and full-day blocks are available, and the studio is open Tuesday-Saturday. Memberships are also offered. thegoodvibestudios.com Foxy Studios held its grand opening celebration in May. Located in the Arcadia Fiesta Plaza at 2824 E. Indian School Road, this beauty salon offers hair color/cut/style, brow and lash services, waxing and make-up. Visit their Instagram page for more. Camp Taliesin West will offer its summer camp programs in June and July with architecture, science, engineering and photography activities for kids. The first, Shaping a City, is held June 20- 24 for ages 11-15. Using Frank Lloyd Wright’s plans, campers will learn about the history of urban planning and design by creating 3D models of their own cities to explore the many ways that architecture can be used to improve a community. Fees start at $50. franklloydwright.org Bricks Dance Studio will be hosting some fun dance classes this summer, with themes including “Encanto Fiesta,” “Wiggle Wednesday,” “Under the Sea,” and more. Different class packages are available to accommodate those here for a limited time during June. Bricks is also launching a Boppin’ Babies Dance series for kids 2-3 years old. These classes focus on music and movement in a fun environment where children and parents can bond. bricksstudio.com Arizona Athletics is hosting a summer basketball camp from June 1-30 at Papago School, 2013 N. 36 th St., Phoenix. Kids in second to eighth grade can join a morning or afternoon session to learn the ins and outs of the game, including shooting, scoring, defending, rebounding and the importance of communication. Registration starts at $30. athleticsaz.com Throughout June, all Barro’s Pizza locations (including the Arcadia location at 32 nd St. and Indian School Road) will donate proceeds from lunch specials to the Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children, a local nonprofit whose mission is to help Arizona families with the high costs and logistics while caring for their children during treatment. azcancerfoundation.org The Genuine , Genuine Concepts’ flagship restaurant, officially debuted at the former Vig location just north of Bethany Home Road in late April. Renovations included a brand-new Forno Bravo wood-fired oven, and the menu boasts charcuterie boards, salads, small plates, pizzas and chicken, fish and beef entrees. genuineconcepts.us Is your child entering kindergarten in the fall? If so, they can join the Phoenix Library’s Kindergarten Boot Camp program, an interactive series that meets once a week (starting in early June) for seven weeks and gives families an inside look at the kindergarten classroom. Families can learn some of the social, academic and classroom skills needed for school success, plus receive tools and activities each week leading up to “graduation.” phoenixpubliclibrary.org Biltmore Prep is looking for parents to join the PTO for the 2022-23 school year. There are multiple committee roles available, and currently, four open board positions: co-president, vice-president, co-treasurers and co-secretaries. Those interested can review the responsibilities of each position online. creightonschools.org FOR THE DADS Press Coffee is offering its “World’s Greatest Dad” Blend, on sale for Father’s Day. This blend has dark chocolate and cherry notes, finishing with a hint of brown sugar. Also on sale is Press’s take on “grandpa’s old camp cup,” a commemorative Press coffee cup that works to keep cold drinks cold and hot drinks…well, you know. The coffee blend is $16; the cup is $25. presscoffee.com Enjoy brunch or dinner at Hearth ’61 at Mountain Shadows (5445 E. Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley) with featured specials offered just for dad and specially created by Chef Wiley. Dishes include green chile pork and eggs, steak benedict, wood oven- roasted prime rib and key lime pie for a sweet finish. Brunch is served from 7 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.; dinner from 5-9:30 p.m. mountainshadows.com LDV Winery in Old Town Scottsdale is offering a wine gift box with three bottles: a 2015 Sky Island Petite Sirah, a 2015 Petite Sirah and a 2015 “The Signature” Petite Sirah. The bottles will come in a Black Box gift package. Price is $150 plus tax, and delivery is available in Phoenix for a separate fee. ldvwinery.com Royal Palms (5200 E. Camelback Road) has Father’s Day dinner covered, starting with a round of cocktails at Mix Up Bar, with drink specials like their Oaxaca Old Fashioned or Royal Sour. Dads can dine at T. Cook’s, with dish highlights including the Copper State Reserve tenderloin or grilled lamb chops. For dads looking to bring four-legged friends along, Royal Palms debuted its “Royal Paws” program so that pups can accompany their father in style, with a signature pet menu to choose from. royalpalmshotel.com Camelback Village Health Clubs offers spa treatments perfect for the special guy in your life. The Gentlemen’s Facial includes a brow clean-up, hot steamed towels, microdermabrasion for deep pore cleansing and a finishing cooling mask that tightens and refreshes skin for $125. The Sports Pedicure includes a sugar scrub, callus removal, glycolic foot mask, paraffin application and toe-buffing for $65. villageclubs.com The Ultimate Father’s Day Experience is being offered through June 16 at Uptown Plaza (northeast corner of Central Ave. and Camelback). The experience includes mix and match two cocktails and coffee from Dapper & Stout, a 15-Minute Face FORM from Hi, Skin, a product bag from Lather including bamboo silk face scrub, body moisturizer and organic lemongrass olive oil bar soap, a “Beer for Dad” from Huss Brewing Co. – take home a case of 24 beers or enjoy 5 pints at the taproom and a Manor Suns-inspired shirt. The package is $120 per dad, and don’t forget to bring your punch cards for each experience. uptownplazaphx.com EVENTS WEDNESDAY 6/1 An Evening in the Garden 8 p.m. at Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. It’s ballet in the desert! In collaboration with Ballet Arizona, Round: Reimagined for A New Stage is a show by producer and dancer Ib Andersen, who used his re- imagined choreography that “embraces and showcases the vast natural backdrop of the desert” to create an unforgettable experience. Tickets start at $60. balletaz.org RUMMAGE SALE PRE-SALE: TUESDAY, JUNE 21 ST 2pm to 7pm | $5 admission Includes hot dog, chips and drink – Children admitted free 4510 North 24th Street Phoenix 85016 2 blocks south of Camelback & 24th St Shop bargains and treasures in A/C • Credit and Debit Accepted CLOTHING • HOUSEWARES • JEWELRY • COLLECTIBLES • BOOKS & MORE! JUNE 22: 8am-Noon JUNE 23: 8am-Noon and 4pm-7pm JUNE 24: 8am-Noon JUNE 25: 8am-Noon

7 JUNE 2022 WHAT’S HAPPENING, ARCADIA? Send Arcadia area events or briefs for consideration to editor@arcadianews.com. SATURDAY 6/4 Dance Fusion 6:30 p.m. at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St. This annual showcase features performances from students and professionals of the Fred Astaire Dance Studio. The theme is Totally Awesome 80s – if this era was one of your faves, it might be hard to stay in your seat. Tickets are $35 per person. scottsdaleperformingarts.org Zen Floral Design 1 p.m. at Flower Bar, 4200 N. Craftsman Ct. Part of Scottsdale’s June Days celebration, guests can come out and learn how to use the flower frog or Kenzan tool to create their own floral art piece. This floral mechanic is largely used in ikebana [the Japanese art of floral arranging] designs but can be a tool for any designer level. Guests will create a design and learn tips and tricks. All materials provided and class is $75 per person. azflowerbar.com World Atlatl Day Competition 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Pueblo Grande Museum, 4619 E. Washington St., Phoenix. Come out and test your prehistoric hunting skills at the Pueblo Grande Museum. The Study of Ancient Lifeways and Technology group will be hosting an atlatl competition in honor of World Atlatl Day. There will be a demonstration and a distance and accuracy contest. This event is free for all ages. pueblogrande.com SUNDAY 6/5 Arizona Wedding Show 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Phoenix Convention Center, 33 S. 3 rd St. This event features more than 200 of the Valley’s top wedding experts. Guests can find resources for venues, photographers, honeymoons, dresses, flowers, and music – all the things a couple needs to make their wedding memorable. There will also be bridal gown fashion shows, giveaways and workshops. Tickets are $12 per person. arizonaweddingshowjune.com WEDNESDAY 6/8 Summer Wine Circle 6-7 p.m. at LDV Winery, 7134 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale. This event introduces attendees to a new Arizona wine while comparing and contrasting it with an LDV Winery varietal that will be highlighted in June. Included are two wine tastings and light bites – it’s education and vino, all in one. Registration is $75 per person. ldvwinery.com FRIDAY 6/10 Always, Patsy Cline 8 p.m. at the Phoenix Theatre Company, 1825 N. Central Ave. This musical is based on the true story of Cline’s friendship with a Houston fan named Louise Seger. The two wrote letters until Cline’s untimely death. The show’s title was inspired by Cline’s letters to Seger, which were signed “Love always, Patsy Cline.” Guests will find humor, music and maybe a few tears at this show. Tickets start at $44. phoenixtheatre.com Improv Comedy Show 7 p.m. at the Bridge Improv Theater, 937 E. Broadway Road, Tempe. This talented team of quick-witted comedians will play games and act out scenes with the audience’s suggestions. The Bridge Theater’s motto is “clean and clever comedy theater,” which means the improv shows are great for kids and adults. Tickets are $10 per person. bridgeimprovtheater.com SATURDAY 6/11 Fundamentals of College 10 a.m. at the Phoenix Public Library, 1221 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. For those interested in college but unsure where to start, the public library’s workshops help attendees learn the basics of college and the next steps after graduation. This event will be offered in-person and streamed online. In-person seating is limited to 30 attendees. Other workshops include Major and Career Pathways and Collegepalooza, held in July. phoenixpubliclibrary.org Women’s Car Care Class 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Girl Gang Garage, 2304 E. Polk St., Phoenix. This one is for the ladies! Prepare for any situation with the Girl Gang Garage. Bogi, the host of Motortrend’s All Girl’s Garage and an automotive expert, will share some techniques for basic auto care, such as changing a tire, checking fluids, jump-starting a battery and what to know about brake systems. Make sure to wear closed-toed shoes. This class is $15 per person. girlganggarage.com Book Bash 10 a.m. at the Sheraton Crescent Hotel, 2620 W. Dunlap Ave., Phoenix. The Readers Envy Book Bash is a chance for book lovers in the Valley to meet and greet with over 45 local and national authors – and the best part? The signings are free. Guests will have a chance to browse new and old books for purchase. Romance, thriller and murder/mystery fans of all ages won’t want to miss this event. arizonaauthors.org MT and the Streamliners 6:30 p.m. at Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix. Head to the district stage to witness MT and the Streamliners, a tribute band highlighting all the classic rock and blues hits from artists like Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Jeff Beck, Stevie Ray Vaughan, B.B. King and Muddy Waters. No one will judge you if you feel like dancing! shopdesertridge.com An Evening in the Garden at DBG. Women’s Car Care Class at Girl Gang Garage in Phoenix. Discover the cutting-edge technology and responsive performance of the C300. This all-new sedan delivers with a luxurious, well-appointed interior and world- class engineering. It is incomparable for the price and quality. Don’t miss your chance to make it your new ride. Come in for a test drive and reserve yours today! MEET THE 2022 C300 SEDAN YOUR RIDE IS HERE! MEET THE 2022 C300 SEDAN 2022 C300 SEDAN tinoferrulli@gmail.com 4725 North Scottsdale Road • Scottsdale, AZ Savannah Walters and Tino Ferrulli