Arcadia News — award winning neighborhood news since 1993
April 2023
April 2023, page 7

6 APRIL 2023 WHAT’S HAPPENING, ARCADIA? person meetings. Sessions are 45 minutes, registration is required. dementiacampus.org Shepherd of the Hills (5524 E. Lafayette Blvd.) will host a Palm Sunday Service on April 2 at 10 a.m. After the service, there will be refreshments and a real donkey for kids to pet! On April 9 at 10 a.m., Shepherd of the Hills is hosting an Easter service, and afterward, kids will have the opportunity to participate in an egg hunt. Refreshments provided. sohucc.org The Museum of Illusions is now open at the Arizona Boardwalk (9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale). Step into a world of mind-bending optical illusions, holograms, and interactive rooms that will take photos to another level. This international exhibit features 60 rooms that can educate visitors on vision, perception and how the human brain works. Ticket prices vary. The exhibit is open until May 31. museumofillusions.us St. Vincent de Paul Development Officer Hannah Whitwer co-founded the Rising Leaders organization to educate younger generations about the need for community and leadership. Whitwer and co-founder Erin Monnin created the group after noticing an age gap in volunteering at SVdP with 20 to 30-year-olds, so they created a space for working-age professionals to grow and work alongside SVdP to impact the community through service. stvincentdepaul.net Dyslexia Road is a new nonprofit organization in Phoenix that supports families with children experiencing dyslexia. The business was founded by local moms who know firsthand the challenges of navigating the disorder. The organization offers a network of families and specialists who provide a supportive space to learn more. There will also be quarterly community events to bring parents, educators and resources together. dyslexiaroad.org Night Owl (1645 N. Hayden Road) is a new neighborhood hangout in south Scottsdale that serves pizzas, burgers, craft cocktails, beers and more. Guests will find pool tables, a classic arcade and pinball games. And, as a nod to the nearby skate park and the Scottsdale Greenbelt, Night Owl has partnered with Sidewalk Surfer skate shop to decorate the walls with vintage skateboards. nightowlaz.com Old Town Scottsdale welcomed Jeni’s Ice Cream Spot in March. Located at 7051 E. Fifth Ave., Jeni’s offers regular, gluten- free and dairy-free ice cream flavors like brown butter almond brittle, maple-soaked pancakes, gooey butter cake, and to-go pints, ice cream sandwiches and ice cream floats. You can also find Jeni’s at AJ’s Fine Foods, Whole Foods and Target. jenis.com SATURDAY 4/1 Rescue Rinse 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at ReThinc Agency, 4714 N. 44th St. Bring your pups for a bath at the 11th annual Rescue Rinse benefitting the Almost There, A Mom + Pup Rescue. ReThinc Advertising will provide water, organic shampoo, treats and more for any dog family that stops by. Pet parents can enjoy bagels, coffee and pastries. There will also be a silent auction to help support the cause. Washes are a $20 minimum donation for each pup. rescuerinse.com Summer Beach Bash Spectacular 12-5 p.m. at Lylo Swim Club, 400 W. Camelback Road. This “suns out, buns out” event at the Rise Uptown Hotel is here to kick off the pool season at Lylo. Guests can reserve a daybed or lounge chair and enjoy tacos, tequila (and other drinks), and a DJ. Dress in your summer best and enjoy summer – a couple of months early! Daybed registration is $100 for two, $300 for six people. riseuptownhotel.com SATURDAY 4/1  SUNDAY 4/2 Spring Orchid Show/Workshop 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Berridge Nursery, 4647 E. Camelback Road. If orchids are your favorite flower, this will be your kind of event. Held at Berridge, the Desert Valley Orchid Society’s Orchid Show and Workshop will be full of displays, growing and culture discussions, a plant sale, a raffle and a vote for best in show. This event is free. dvos-az.com. Art in the Garden and Sparkling Tea Event 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Shemer Art Center, 5005 E. Camelback Road. Art in the Garden is back, featuring a colorful display of garden-themed vendors showcasing the latest florals, botanicals, ceramics, wood and wearable art. There will be live music, demonstrations and a Two Men and a Truck is hosting the Movers for Moms campaign throughout April until Friday, May 7. Movers for Moms hosts a “supply” drop-off for mothers in women/family shelters. Donations of soap, hair styling products, shampoo and conditioner, pillows, blankets, slippers, robes, etc., will be accepted. Those looking to donate can drop off items at 7039 E. 6th St., Scottsdale, from Mon-Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m., and Saturday, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m., to be delivered on or shortly after Mother’s Day, May 14. twomenandatruck.com LifeStorage self-storage facility, located at 44 th St. and Camelback in The Grove, is now open. The state-of-the-art facility offers climate-controlled units of multiple sizes for rent, including wine storage and a limited number of special oversized units with remote door access designed for automobiles. Renters can access their unit from 5 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. lifestorage.com Hospice of the Valley unveiled a new way for folks to get the latest and participate in weekly workshops – online. Dementia Bytes topics include the impact of exercise, how music affects those with dementia, communication tips and more, and are available to those who can’t attend in- Congratulations to Arcadia High seniors Emilio DuComb, Nolan Field, Mateo Rodriguez, Emmie Formanek, Te’a Knighton, Julian Corrales, Blake Fraire, Drew Friedland, Tianna Knighton, and Ethan Fass who were honored at the Winter SUSD All-Athletic Banquet in March – well done, Titans! In honor of their five-year anniversary, Cookie Brokers (3931 E. Indian School Road) is now offering cookie decorating classes. Each session (two per month) is an introduction to cookie decorating, where guests learn the basics of baking sugar cookies topped with royal icing. Each class has a theme that will determine the shape of the cookies. cookiebrokers.com Daytryp Health , a new psychedelic psychotherapy business in Arcadia, opened in March at 3601 N. 44th St. Daytryp uses Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy to address mental health conditions like depression, PTSD, chronic pain, addiction and anxiety. Their mission is to “help the community reset, refocus, and unleash new possibilities.” Ketamine is FDA approved and all treatments are supervised by medical professionals to ensure patient safety. daytryp.com Fresh Mint Mobile Detailing is a new business that serves the Arcadia, Biltmore and Paradise Valley areas. Owner Brian Epstein, formerly of the Hog Wash Express Car Wash chain, comes with more than 15 years of detailing expertise. Fresh Mint’s employees are certified by the International Detailing Association and use professional grade products and techniques for detailing services, paint correction, ceramic and graphene coating, or interior detailing. They offer customized packages to help your vehicle “stay fresh with Mint.” freshmintdetailing.com Dyslexia Road is a new nonprofit Two Men and a Truck is hosting the BRIEFS EVENTS OPEN SUN-MON-TUES 11AM-9PM WED-THURS 11AM-9:30PM FRI-SAT 11AM-10PM • DINE IN • PATIO SERVICE • SAT-SUN BRUNCH MENU WITH DRINK SPECIALS • HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS • PICKUP ORDERS Try our full catering service: 602-300-7133 Safety guidelines are being followed. Thanks for your support! • SAT-SUN BRUNCH MENU WITH DRINK SPECIALS • SAT-SUN BRUNCH MENU WITH DRINK SPECIALS Safety guidelines are being followed. Thanks for your support!       HAPPY EASTER FROM TEEPEE! M FROM TEEPEE! FROM TEEPEE! FROM TEEPEE! M

7 APRIL 2023 WHAT’S HAPPENING, ARCADIA? silent auction. At 1 p.m. Shemer will hold a sparkling tea event set under colorful umbrellas on the garden patio. There will be live music, a menu, guest speakers, and new this year, a fashion show with Quarter Past Dress. Art in the Garden is free. Tea is $60 per person. shemerartcenter.org SUNDAY 4/2 Arcadia Family Fun Run 8 a.m. starting at 48th St. and Canal. The 11th annual Team Taylor Arcadia Fun Run and 5K is back. Starting near O.H.S.O., participants will run, walk or bike through Arcadia in remembrance of children who have lost their lives to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Team Taylor has raised over $1 million to benefit research facilities, hospitals and programs. Registration is $45, and this event is for all ages. teamtayloraz.com Puppies, Pilates and Prosecco 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Wrigley Mansion, 2501 E. Telawa Tr., Phoenix. This event starts with a 30-minute Pilates class – covered in puppies – and ends with prosecco, local vendor shopping and a raffle. Did we mention the puppies are adoptable? Tickets are $60 per person. almostthererescue.org Bunny Brunch 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. at the Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy. Breakfast and fun in one! Guests can enjoy a brunch buffet, photos with the Easter Bunny, and an animal presentation – all thanks to the Phoenix Zoo and Kinder Joy. (Remember the egg-shaped treat with the surprise inside?) After brunch, guests are welcome to enjoy the zoo – admission is included with this ticket price; adults are $45, kids are $37. phoenixzoo.org The Secret Comedy of Women 2 p.m. at the Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix. Back for a 2023 encore event after its appearance in January, this show examines growing up, getting older and laughing at life as a woman: from boys to bras to menopause. The Secret Comedy of Women is a mix of sketch comedy, improvisation, audience participation, songs and videos showcasing the similarities all women share. Tickets are $45-$65. playhouseinfo.com Tempe Festival of the Arts 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. on Mill Ave. between 3rd St. and University Pkwy., and on 5th St. between Myrtle and Ash Ave. A Tempe point of pride, this festival will feature 300 artists from across the country. Guests can check out various art mediums while also enjoying local music, activities for kids and food and beverage (including wine tastings!) vendors. Admission is free. tempefestivalofthearts.com THURSDAY 4/6 Kids in Focus Opening Exhibit 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Arizona Heritage Center at Papago Park, 1300 N. College Ave., Tempe. Kids in Focus is a nonprofit focused on empowering at-risk youth through the power of photography. This event is the 11th annual exhibit opening, where 40 kids will showcase their photos after nine weeks of exploration and work. Guests can meet the photographers and also enjoy music, food and beverages. This event is free, but registration is required. kidsinfocus.org THURSDAY 4/13 Student Collab 7-9 p.m. at Art One Gallery, 4130 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale. Stop by the gallery during the ArtWalk to watch eight student artists collaborate live on four different paintings. These student artists are from local schools and some of Art One’s youngest represented artists. Each participant will receive a $250 grant to help with tuition and art supplies. All of the paintings will go up for a live online auction. Proceeds are donated to the Art One Foundation to continue supporting up-and-coming student artists. artonefoundation.com FRIDAY 4/14 Bottles for Biztown 7-10 p.m. at JA BizTown, 636 W. Southern Ave., Tempe. Junior Achievement of Arizona invites guests out for an evening of wine tastings, distilleries, breweries and craft cocktails from local and national businesses, dinner, and a silent auction. Proceeds go toward Junior Achievement’s various programs. Tickets start at $65. jaaz.org SATURDAY 4/15 Yoga in the Outfield 8 a.m. at Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale. This is a fitness event for those looking for a unique experience on the outfield grass of Salt River Fields. Attendees will participate in a one-hour class with instructor Courtney Fox and enjoy a post-class cocktail mixer on the Pepsi Patio. This is a 21+ event. Tickets are $30 per person. saltriverfields.com Arcadia Family Fun Run . Yoga in the Outfield at Salt River Fields. 2023 EQS 450X Get behind the wheel of the new 2023 EQS 450X SUV, another impressive model in the Mercedes-Benz electric lineup. This SUV is loaded with advanced technologies, performance and luxury for your next adventure. And there’s plenty of room for comfort with space for up to seven passengers. We have immediate availability - so call today and ask Team Tino about Special Lease Incentives. tinoferrulli@gmail.com 4725 North Scottsdale Road • Scottsdale, AZ Savannah Walters and Tino Ferrulli ALL-NEW ELECTRIC EQS SUV! HIT THE ROAD IN THE