Arcadia News — award winning neighborhood news since 1993
June 2024
June 2024, page 6

JUNE 202   The Workshop Pilates opened its third cation at 3802 E. Indian School Road. ow known as the Arcadia Improvement lub , the business will house an Infrared eated Mat Pilates class, plus four other urses for all levels. Founder’s Rate omotions – 10 mat classes for $99, 10 former classes for $199 and unlimited IP classes for $239 per month – are ailable. theworkshoppilates.com Pure Green Arcadia (4730 E. Indian hool Road, Phoenix) will celebrate its e-year anniversary with an all-day event Sunday, June 16. From 8 a.m.-6 p.m., ere will be an on-site DJ, balloons, a orning community bike ride and a 15 rcent discount on menu items. puregreen.com Arcadia Youth Basketball summer mp registration is now open. Ages 6-13 n join the “Rec” summer camp on June 6, 10-13 or 24-27 from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Arcadia City Church (3313 N. 40th St., oenix). Ages 9-14 can join the “Club” mp on June 3-6 or 10-13 at Arcadia High 703 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix) om 2:30-5:30 p.m. Camps start at $190. arcadiayouthbasketballaz.com The Saguaros annual Olympiad ent raised over $775,000 for Saguaros hildren’s Charities. Founded in 1987, e philanthropic and social club has HonorHealth invites students to apply for the 2024-2025 Explorers Clubs . Medical Club students will learn from nurses, physicians and other professionals about education and career paths. Nursing Explorers will focus on the profession and nursing school. The program runs August-May and is open to teens in grades 9-12. Applications are accepted until June 18. honorhealth.com       3 p.m. at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St. Take a familiar melody, blend in fascinating rhythms, and multiply it by 80-plus energetic singers and performers, and you get the Scottsdale Chorus. This acapella group might have fans dancing and singing along during this show. Tickets start at $30. scottsdaleperformingarts.org     6:45 p.m. at Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, 5700 E. McDonald Dr., Paradise Valley. Attendees can sample more than 150 different whiskeys – single malts, scotch and bourbons – from prestigious and small batch distilleries at this event. A souvenir tasting glass with complimentary engraving, light bites and cigar pairings will also be offered. For an additional $10, guests can attend a masterclass led by a head distiller or whiskey expert. Tickets are $150 for general admission; VIP packages available. whiskiesoftheworld.com   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). 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 raised millions of dollars for local Arizona nonprofits. Composed of 50 men under the age of 40, The Saguaros give back to the community and support children’s charities through three fundraising events: Niteflite, Cards for Kids and the Olympiad. saguaros.com Former Arcadia resident A. Thomas Cole (whose parents owned Clark’s Citrus and Arnie’s Health Foods) has published his first book, Restoring the Pitchfork Ranch . The novel tells the story of a decades-long restoration project in southwestern New Mexico. Cole shares the past and present history of the 11,300-acre ranch, which is home to a “regional wetland, a desert grassland ecosystem, archaeological sites and a critical wildlife corridor in a drought- stricken landscape.” pitchforkranchnm.com The Scottsdale Resort & Spa (7700 E. McCormick Pkwy., Scottsdale) unveiled the completion of a $40 million property-wide renovation that includes guest rooms, spa, gym and the introduces four new dining concepts: La Fogata; Barnaby’s Café + Wine Bar; The Madam and The Social Boardroom. The hotel has 278 rooms, two pools, an adjacent championship 18-hole golf course and an on-site golf simulator. thescottsdaleresort.com Four Peaks is kicking off its 13th annual Four Peaks for Teachers Program . One area teacher will be named Teacher of the Year and will win a $3,000 grant plus a lunch. Ten runners up will each receive a $1,000 cash grant for their classroom. Nominations will be accepted through June 30. Teachers with a valid ID will receive $3 pints at the Four Peaks in Tempe every Tuesday until July 30. fourpeaksforteachers.org  € ‚  ƒ „  … 9 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the El Zaribah Shriners Auditorium, 552 N. 40th St., Phoenix. Get ready to rock with the fourth 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  †  …  7 p.m. at Community Design Studio, 7506 E. Indian School Road. The third annual Scottsdale Stories & Sweets is back. Each Tuesday in June, stop by the Community Design Studio for a sweet treat and listen to Citizen Advisor Bruce Wall as he shares a fascinating story about Scottsdale’s history. This event is free, but registration is required. oldtownscottsdaleaz.com ‡ ˆ ‰  5-9 p.m. at Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave. Experience the museum after the sun goes down! Guests will find free general admission, live music, art- making workshops and specialty food and drinks. This month’s event also has a presentation by the Hip Historian, a fashion and drag show, pop-up shops and an ask-me station. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for kids. phxart.org  Š 12:30 p.m. at Royal Palms Resort, 5200 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix. Royal Palms invites guests to T. Cook’s Chef’s Table for a lesson in cooking – Latin cooking, that is. This afternoon’s dish is ceviche, a fish or shellfish dish that’s marinated in citrus and various seasonings. Guests will learn the history behind the food and learn how Royal Palms makes it their own. Registration is $55 per person. hyattexperiences.com  ‹  ƒ 10 a.m. at Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. Join Archie the Jackrabbit and his pals for a day of fun in celebration of Heardlings, Heard Museum’s new kids program. Guests will learn about the new family activity room, read to bunnies with Tranquility Trails, see a live animal presentation with Liberty Wildlife and participate in art projects. Admission is $23 for adults, $9 for kids. heard.org The Workshop Pilates opened its third HonorHealth invites students to Œ‡ 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! 4144 E. Indian School Road | teepeemexicanfood.com | 602-956-0178 ENJOY YOUR TEEPEE FAVORITES!

NE 2024     9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Arizona Science Center, 600 E. Washington St., Phoenix. At Teen Tech IRL, students in grades 9-12 will engage with local experts to explore the current issues affecting housing in Arizona’s growing cities. Participants will be challenged to take action and come up with solutions that they will pitch to a panel for a chance to win prizes. Lunch is included and the session is $15 per person. azscience.org     12 p.m. at Mountain Shadows Resort, 5445 E. Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley. This Saturday, head to the private dining room of Hearth ’61 as Chef Charles Wiley shows guests how to prepare a dish – this month is spring veggies – while sipping a featured beverage. After the demo, guests can stick around for a three- course brunch, including the two featured demo courses, dessert, and a glass of wine or cocktail. Registration is $89 per person. mountainshadows.com     9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Girl Gang Garage, 2304 E. Polk St., Phoenix. 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, jumpstarting a battery and what to know about brake systems. Make sure to wear closed toed shoes. This class is $20 per person. girlganggarage.com       7-8:30 p.m. at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, 7301 E. Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale. The Summer Concert Series has officially started. The railroad park will feature various local acts playing classic rock, country, rhythm and blues and 80s and 90s music – this evening’s musicians are Candle in the Wind: The Elton John Experience. Harkins food truck will provide the snacks and drinks. This event is free. therailroadpark.com €‚  ƒ  6 p.m. at Cien Agaves, 7228 E. 1st Ave., Scottsdale. Mitch Wolf from Tequila Fortaleza is heading to Scottsdale to share the company’s journey and future plans with attendees. The event will also include a four-course dinner paired with four different Fortaleza tequilas. This is a 21+ event, and registration is $150 per person. cienagaves.com € „  10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Arizona Heritage Center, 1300 N. College Ave., Tempe. At this event, the community is welcome to connect with various organizations representing historical societies, action groups and state resources. There will also be live performances, activities, panel talks and food/ drinks available. Admission is free. arizonahistoricalsociety.org …†€‡ … ˆ …  ‰  6 p.m. at LDV Winery, 7134 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale. Create your own collage of thoughtful words, images, colors and textures with award-winning designer Julie Wolf. No experience is needed and all supplies are provided – and while you’re working, you’ll also receive a glass of LDV wine to help get those creative juices flowing. Registration is $45 per person. ldvwinery.com Š‹€     ŒŒ  6-9 p.m. at Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy. Kick start the weekend with a drink and an evening in nature. This Friday’s event features music and entertainment from various musical performers. Adult beverages are available for purchase, and guests will get an after-hours look at Desert Botanical Garden’s latest exhibit. Tickets are $17 for non-members, and reservations are required. dbg.org Cocina Latina at Royal Palms Resort. Sonoran Sippin’ at Desert Botanical Garden. PHOTO: GRACE STUFKOSKY It is Hot Outside. tinoferrulli@gmail.com 4725 North Scottsdale Road • Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Tino Ferrulli Remote start and pre-cool your new Mercedes-Benz from your phone #gamechanger With Mercedes me connect, access your vehicle anytime, anywhere – all at the tap of an app. We have over 200 vehicles ready to help you beat the heat. Stop by today and let us show you all of the great features this app offers while you stay cool at Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale. We’ll leave the air on for you!