8 JANUARY 2023 WHAT’S HAPPENING, ARCADIA? Mimosas and Monet 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Hermosa Inn, 5532 N. Palo Cristi Road, Paradise Valley. Calling all painters, beginners and experts alike. Hermosa Inn welcomes Carrie Curran Art Studios for a morning of art and mimosas. Carrie will teach and guide guests with an acrylic on canvas painting of Monet’s Iris Garden. Enjoy a mimosa and snack on pastries while creating your masterpiece. Registration is $85. hermosainn.com SATURDAY 1/21 – SUNDAY 1/22 Chinese Culture and Cuisine Festival 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. The time has come to celebrate the Lunar New Year, also known as the year of the rabbit. In honor of this tradition, the city is hosting a two-day festival that includes dragon and lion dances, live entertainment, hands-on activities, game demos, activities for the kids and a food and a beer garden. This event is free. phoenixchineseweek.org SUNDAY 1/22 PANDA Prowl & Block Party 2-4 p.m. starting at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 3641 N. 56th St., Phoenix. The Phoenix Women’s Board of the Steele Children’s Research Center has organized a 5K along the canal to raise awareness and funds for PANDA (People Acting Now Discover Answers). After the 5K, guests can enjoy a block party with face painting, music, food trucks and activities, plus a commemorative t-shirt for all participants. Registration is $35. azpanda.org FRIDAY 1/27 – SUNDAY 1/30 Arizona Wine Festival 6-9 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m./5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, at Heritage Square, 113 N. 6th St., Phoenix. Friday night is a Benefit Dinner for Horses Help, and the weekend is dedicated to the vino. There will be over 20 wineries, 150 wines and 40+ vendors on-site. Guests can sample drinks while enjoying entertainment and food trucks, plus vintage shopping and a vendor village. Tickets are $20-$35, with a different fee for the benefit dinner. willcoxwinecountry.org FRIDAY 1/27 The Simon and Garfunkel Story 7:30 at the Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams St., Phoenix. If you couldn’t tell by the name, this immersive concert-style production chronicles the journey shared by folk-rock duo Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. The show features state-of-the- art projections, original film footage and a full live band performing hits, including ‘Mrs. Robinson’, ‘Cecilia,’ ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water,’ ‘Homeward Bound’ and more. Tickets start at $70. pccticketing.com Totally 80s 7:30 p.m. at the Madison Center for the Arts, 5601 N. 16th St., Phoenix. Conductor Stuart Chafetz and vocalists Nicole Parker and Aaron Finley will entertain audiences with one of the most eclectic decades of music: the 80s. Guests will hear tunes from George Michael, Phil Collins, Blondie, Huey Lewis & The News, Cyndi Lauper, Michael Jackson, Cher, Kool & The Gang, Tommy Tutone and more. Time to bust out your Members Only jacket! Tickets start at $70. phoenixsymphony.org Doggie Street Festival 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. The 6th annual Doggie Street Festival is a “dog, cat and small pet adopt-a-thon” where folks can bring the family pup and enjoy live music, treats for humans and pets, guest speakers, contests, an auction, prizes, a VIP area, demos and kid’s activities. This event is free. doggiestreetfestival.org SATURDAY 1/28 – SUNDAY 1/29 Street Eats Food Truck Festival 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale. Over 50 trucks from around the Valley will be parked and ready to serve up some delicious eats. Samples will start at $2 with full meals available for purchase and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as well. There will also be eating contests, cooking demos and live music. Tickets are $12 for general admission, $75 for VIP. streeteatsaz.com PANDA Prowl & Block Party at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Phoenix. The Simon and Garfunkel Story at the Orpheum Theatre in Phoenix.

t u c k e r b l a l o c k m a n a g i n g b r o k e r & c o - f o u n d e r 6 0 2 . 5 6 1 . 0 4 4 5 o l e g b o r t m a n a s s o c i a t e b r o k e r & c o - f o u n d e r 6 0 2 . 4 0 2 . 2 2 9 6 p a i d a d v e r t i s e m e n t Dear Neighbors... I wanted to start off 2023 by thanking all of my readers who look forward to this editorial every month. I started on Page 9 in 2016 and have really come to love the process of writing these each month for you. If you have been reading since the beginning, you have seen me bring my children into the world, build a brand and a building, scale from $20,000,000 to $350,000,000 in annual sales, and much more! This editorial has not only given me a platform to share valuable market information with you over the past six years, but it has become the hobby that I didn’t know I needed. I always look forward to disconnecting for a few hours to write these market musings and I hope that you enjoy reading them. Moving into 2023 you can expect me to continue to put my credibility, craft, and market knowledge out in the open. When I personally make a move or refinance, you will hear about it. If I think the market is slowing, I will let you know. If I see an opportunity, you will see it too. This is the place to stay informed and ahead of the real estate game. You can also follow me @TuckerBlalock on instagram for day to day updates. Lastly, I have included a QR code here. The QR code will take you to a quick survey where you can leave comments and feedback on my editorials. If there is anything you would like me to cover or if you have any comments on my past writings, please leave them here. Happy New Year!