JUNE 2023 6 WHAT’S HAPPENING, ARCADIA? Barro’s Pizza and Pepsi are teaming up for the eighth year to raise funds for the Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children , a nonprofit started by Chrisie Funari (read about her in the May 2023 edition of Arcadia News!) with a mission of helping Arizona families with the challenges of caring for their children during treatment. Throughout June, all Barro’s locations will donate proceeds from lunch specials, up to $40,000, to ACFC. azcancerfoundation.org Phoenix Christian Prep announced that Ben Stryczek will be the new athletic director starting in June. Stryczek is a graduate of California State Un iversit y and spent time as the men’s head varsity basketball coach at Phoenix Christian, where he led the varsity team to back-to-back final- four playoffs. His goal is “to build upon the school’s strong foundation of athletic success while focusing on character development and academic achievement.” phoenixchristian.org AZ Ice Arcadia (3853 E. Thomas Road) offers Learn to Skate classes for kids 3 and up; these include Snowplow, Basic, Pre Freeskate, Advanced, Elite and Teen/ Adult classes, based on skaters level of experience. Classes are held Wednesday and Saturday. The Mountain America Community Iceplex (411 S. Packard Dr., Tempe) will also offer programs for youth to adult hockey, figure skating, public skating, and Learn to Skate classes – with summer sessions starting on June 7. Learn to Skate consists of weekly one-hour instructed classes that provide fundamental ice-skating skills for hockey, figure skating, speed skating, synchro, pairs, ice dancing and recreational skating. azicearcadia.com or mullettarena.com THURSDAY 6/1 Lunch Time Theater 12 p.m. at the Herberger Theater, Kax Stage, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix. Enjoy some afternoon entertainment with Bandstand, a musical anthology of memorable songs and singers from America’s glory days. This 45-minute concert/show will feature songs by Fats Domino, Elvis Presley, The Four Seasons, The Temptations, Neil Diamond, Stevie Wonder, and more. Tickets are $10 per person, with lunch available for purchase. herbergertheater.org FRIDAY 6/2 Glass Art Workshop 6 p.m. at Sunshine Sunflower Studio, 700 W. Campbell Ave., Phoenix. If you’re feeling artsy, we’ve got an event for you! Sunshine Sunflower is hosting a Fused Glass workshop where attendees will make a set of four coasters to take home. Students will cut glass and use multiple elements to create their pieces. All glass and materials are included. This class is open to all skill levels. Registration is required, $60 per person to attend. sunshinesunflower.com FRIDAY 6/2  SUNDAY 6/4 Phoenix Fan Fusion Hours vary; at the Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N. 3rd St. Prepare to fully geek out at the 21 st annual Phoenix Fan Fusion event. Don your costume and get ready for contests, movie screenings, merchandise booths, prizes, exhibits, panel discussions and the best part – photo ops with some of your favorite actors, authors, comic book creators and more. Tickets range from $50 to $395. phoenixfanfusion.com SATURDAY 6/3 World Atlatl Day Competition 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at the S’edav Va’aki Museum, 4619 E. Washington St., Phoenix. Come out and test your prehistoric hunting skills at the S’edav Va’aki Museum (formerly the Pueblo Grande Museum). The Study of Ancient Lifeways and Technology group will host an atlatl competition in honor of World Atlatl Day. There will be a demonstration, a distance and accuracy contest, and free museum entry. pueblogrande.com distillery, or local purveyor one Sunday a month. Guests can enjoy four courses paired with beverages and a conversation with Chef Charles Wiley. On June 11, the Supper Club will welcome Executive Chef John Amann of Castle Hot Springs. Prices vary, and registration is required. mountainshadows.com In honor of National Hot Air Balloon Day on June 5, Rainbow Ryders is offering a summer discount on its sunrise flights. Locals will receive $40 off for every pair of tickets booked on Hot Air Balloon Day, only valid for sunrise flights from June 6-August 31. The discount code is localryders . rainbowryders.com Four Peaks is kicking off its 13th annual Four Peaks for Teachers Program. One area teacher will be named Four Peaks Teacher of the Year and will win a $3,000 grant plus a teachers’ lounge makeover at their school. Ten runners up will each receive a $1,000 cash grant for their classroom. Nominations will be accepted through June 30. fourpeaksforteachers.org Arcadians Amber and Clint Woods plan to open their first fly fishing shop/outdoor boutique, Pheasant Tail Fly Fishing , at 40 th St. and Thomas in June. The shop will be a complete outfitter for fly fishing: rods, reels, flies, packs, boots and wading gear. Pheasant Tail will also offer casting classes, education workshops, fly-tying events, and guided trips. pheasanttailflyfishing.com Grass Clippings , a golf retail shop located at 40 th St. and Campbell, recently signed a lease with the City of Tempe to take over operations at Rolling Hills Golf Course (1415 N. Mill Ave., Tempe) in Papago Park. They plan to add lights to the entire course so golfers can play until midnight, reimagine the clubhouse and food and beverage operation, and build a concert venue. Grass Clippings will start operations on July 1. grassclippings.com College Depot at the Phoenix Public Library is offering free workshops to help students find and apply for scholarships. Kids can learn the steps necessary to earn a GED, diploma, college degree or apprenticeship and attend workshops on admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and more. One-on-one appointments are available by calling 602-261-8847. phoenixpubliclibrary.org Mountain Shadows is bringing back its popular Sunday Supper Club series. The restaurant will feature a winery, Grass Clippings , a golf retail shop In honor of National Hot Air Balloon Four Peaks is kicking off its 13th annual AZ Ice Arcadia (3853 E. Thomas Road) Barro’s Pizza and Pepsi are teaming goal is “to build upon the school’s strong feeling artsy, we’ve got an event for you! Glass workshop where attendees will make a set of four coasters to take home. elements to create their pieces. All glass and materials are included. This class is open to all skill levels. Registration is required, $60 per person to attend. 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7 JUNE 2023 WHAT’S HAPPENING, ARCADIA? Heritage Mineral Show 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the El Zaribah Shriners Auditorium, 552 N. 40th St., Phoenix. Get ready to rock with the third annual Phoenix Heritage Mineral Show. Guests will find vendors with various minerals available for purchase, raffles, exhibits, kid’s activities, a spinning wheel, a geode cracker and live music. Admission is $5 per person. msaaz.org MONDAY 6/5 Fire & Fairways Charity Golf Tournament 7 a.m. at the Scottsdale Silverado Golf Club, 7605 E. Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale. At this event, golfers will compete for prizes while supporting Arizonans for Children, a nonprofit that supports disadvantaged kids. There will be hole-in-one contests, a putting contest, a helicopter ball drop, plus lunch, cocktails, raffles, and prizes. Tickets are $225 per golfer. fireandfairways.com WEDNESDAY 6/7 Songwriter’s Showcase 7 p.m. at the Crescent Ballroom, 308 N. 2nd Ave., Phoenix. Break up the work week with a little live music. This event is a curated artist showcase called Wednesday Wednesday, featuring new, upcoming, homegrown artists from the Phoenix area. Plus, while you’re there, you can grab a bite to eat and something cold to drink and enjoy the city’s talent. This event is free. crescentphx.com FRIDAY 6/9 Sonoran Sippin’ 6-9 p.m. at Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy. Kickstart the weekend with a drink and an evening in nature. This Friday’s event features music and entertainment from various musical acts. Adult beverages are available for purchase, and guests will get an after-hours look at DBG’s latest exhibit. Tickets are $17 for non- members, and reservations are required. dbg.org FRIDAY 6/9  SUNDAY 6/11 Detour Theatre Productions Show times are at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. Detour Theatre provides theater training and performance experiences for adults with disabilities – and now, theater-goers can see two of their performances. Detour presents Little Shop of Horrors and James and the Giant Peach, two stories of success, family and community. Admission is free; registration is required. scottsdaleperformingarts.org SATURDAY 6/10 Letterpress Workshop 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Hazel & Violet, 1301 NW Grand Ave., Phoenix. Curious about letterpress printing? Hazel & Violet can help! Guests will learn the basics of letterpress printing with wood and metal settings to print their very own poster, card or coasters. All materials are provided. This class is $60 per person, and registration is required. hazelandviolet.com SUNDAY 6/11 Arizona Wedding Show 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Phoenix Convention Center, 33 S. 3rd St. This event features over 200 of the Valley’s top wedding experts. Guests can find resources for venues, photographers, honeymoons, dresses, flowers, and music – everything a couple needs to make their wedding memorable. There will also be bridal gown fashion shows, giveaways and workshops. Tickets are $13 per person. arizonaweddingshowjune.com SATURDAY 6/17 Sip and Shop Market Series 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Hotel Valley Ho, 6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale. Hotel Valley Ho celebrates all things local with this free indoor market series, where guests will find shopping and tastings with vendors, chefs, live music and more. Today’s guest is Chef Lindsey Autry, who will collaborate with Chef Russell LaCasce on a four-course dinner, including a meet- and-greet reception. Market is free; dinner is $199 and starts at 6 p.m. hotelvalleyho.com Fire & Fairways Charity Golf Tournament at the Scottsdale Silverado Golf Club. Sip and Shop Market Series at Hotel Valley Ho. AVAILABLE THROUGH JUNE 30TH FANTASTIC ELECTRIC LEASE OPTIONS 2023 EQE SUV 2023 EQS SEDAN Now is the time to see us for really low lease payments on Now is the time to see us for really low lease payments on almost all of our electric sedans and SUVs. We’re excited to talk with you about all the different models we have available. Don’t miss out on this chance to find your dream car. Stop by or call and let’s see what I can do for you. tinoferrulli@gmail.com 4725 North Scottsdale Road • Scottsdale, AZ Tino Ferrulli