MARCH 2025 6 Sunday Morning Yoga 10 a.m. at Biltmore Fashion Park, 2502 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix. Start your Sunday morning with an invigorating 75-minute outdoor workout – suitable for all experience levels – on the Biltmore Fashion Park center lawn. This morning’s guest instructor hails from Buddha Bella Yoga. Make sure to bring a mat and water bottle. Classes cover breath work, strength- building and relaxation. Tickets are $15 per person. reddevelopment.com PV Arts & Crafts Show 10 a.m. at The Park at PV, 4568 E. Cactus Road, Phoenix. The area formerly known as Paradise Valley Mall will host an arts and crafts market featuring 50 juried artists showcasing paintings, photography, pottery, jewelry and Native American pieces. There will also be live music and food. Admission is free and this event is family-friendly. oakcreekartsandcraftsshow.com Parents Night Out 6 p.m. at Impact Gymnastics, 7812 N. 12th St., Phoenix. Can’t get a babysitter for date night tonight? Impact Gym has an option you might like. Kids ages 4-16 can be dropped off for an evening of gymnastics, Ninja Zone, crafts, music and fun – with a pizza dinner for when kids get hungry. Cost is $30 cash for each attendee. impactgymaz.com Beauty to the Rescue 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Mane Attraction Salon, 3156 E. Camelback Road. At the 24th annual event, attendees can provide a minimum donation and get select salon services to support the Phoenix Animal Care Coalition. This nonprofit has raised over $400,000 toward animal rescue organizations in Maricopa County. There will also be vendors, raffles, a silent auction and pet adoptions. maneattractionsalon.com Arizona Tennis Classic Times vary, at the Arizona Country Club, 5668 E. Orange Blossom Lane, Phoenix. It’s not the U.S. Open, but it’s close – and you can be part of the action. The Arizona Tennis Classic is a chance to see professional matches up close and personal. Watch seasoned pros compete against up and coming stars across three dedicated courts, including a center court stadium constructed just for tournament play. Tickets start at $40. arizonatennisclassic.com Art d’Core Gala 5 p.m. (VIP) or 6 p.m. at Biltmore Fashion Park, 2502 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix. The annual Art d’Core Gala is a celebration that showcases artists who contribute to Arizona’s creativity and community. The event will also unveil the new PRISM exhibition that remains open through March 31. The gala will recognize Adam Goodman, Linda Herold and Devney Majerle for their contributions to Arizona’s creative community. Tickets start at $150. artlinkphx.org First Press Fine Wine Festival 1-4 p.m. at the Arizona Heritage Center, 1300 N. College Ave., Tempe. First Press is a festival-style wine-tasting event featuring beverages from renowned wineries paired with gourmet treats. Food, drink and entertainment from award-winning artist Carmela Ramirez are on the docket for today, with proceeds benefiting Friends of Public Radio Arizona. Tickets start at $250. firstpressarizona.com Persian New Year Festival 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Scottsdale Civic Center, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Celebrate the spring season at this year’s Persian New Year Festival. Guests will find authentic food, music and dance performances, plus a comedy show, a vendor marketplace, activities for kid and art from local and international vendors. General admission is $15; VIP packages available for $175. pnyf.org Melrose Street Fair 11 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Melrose District, on 7th Ave. from Indian School Road to Campbell. This annual event features over 200 local and independent artisans, food trucks, live music, a farmer’s market, activities for kids and a craft beer garden. Patrons can also enjoy the LAMBDA Car Club show, which features over 100 classic antique and vintage cars, trucks and hotrods. This event is free for all ages. melrosemerchantsassociation.com Galbani Italian Heritage Festival 11 a.m.-5:30 and 7 p.m. at Heritage Square, 113 N. 6th St., Phoenix. Bring out the Italian in you and head to the inaugural Italian Heritage Festival, presented by wellness nonprofit Bliss Planet. Guests will experience live music, raffles (including a trip to Tuscany), a vendor market, authentic food vendors, activities for kids, cooking demonstrations and an exotic car show. General admission is $10; VIP packages are $145. italianfestivalphoenix.com Attention all readers! Want a first look at the newest edition of Arcadia News? Pick up a copy and say hello at our next Monthly Meetup . Follow us on Instagram @arcadianews for details. We’d love to meet you! Southwest Human Development is partnering with Valley businesses from March 3 to April 15 for the Grow a Reader virtual book drive. Through the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit, individuals can make a dollar-for-dollar donation to Grow a Reader at no cost when filing their state taxes or donate a book through the website. swhd.org/GAR Arcadian Sarah Pyper is hosting free Family Yoga and Soundbath in the Park events. All ages are welcome to move, breathe and rest together. Each class will learn breathing techniques, talk about feelings and finish up with an affirmation circle and a craft. Upcoming dates are March 15 and April 19 at 10 a.m. in Kachina Park (4304 E. Campbell Ave., Phoenix). Bring your own mat, towel or blanket. Donations benefit Lost Our Home Pet Rescue. The next installment of the Scottsdale Civil War Roundtable takes place at 6 p.m. on March 19 at the Scottsdale Public Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd. This month’s meeting will host historian, author, podcaster and university professor Dr. Chris Mackowski, who will present “Civil War Monuments and Memory.” He will share insights about the difference between history and memory, and why Civil War monuments and memorials were built. Doors open at 5 p.m. This event is free. scottsdalecwrt.org The 13th annual Rescue Rinse is happening on March 8 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at ReThinc Agency, 4714 N. 44th St. Bring your pups for a bath benefitting AZ Mastiff Rescue, a nonprofit that rehabilitates and rehomes giant breeds throughout the Southwest. ReThinc will provide water, shampoo and treats for any family that stops by. Pet parents can enjoy coffee and pastries. There will also be a silent auction. Washes are a $20 minimum donation. rescuerinse.com Plan ahead: The 13th annual Team Taylor Arcadia Family Fun Run will happen on April 6, 2025, at 48th St. along the canal. At the event, participants will run, walk or wheel their way through Arcadia in remembrance of children who lost their lives to SIDS. Proceeds benefit Phoenix Children’s Safe Sleep & Home Safety Program. There will be an afterparty at O.H.S.O. Registration is open. phoenixchildrensfoundation.org Heidi’s Village is celebrating its fifth anniversary with an Open House event on April 5 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Guests are welcome to come out and tour the facility while learning about the nonprofit’s programs and checking out rescue partner tables, raffles, food, and fun activities for kids. This event is free. heidisvillage.org SATURDAY & SUNDAY, APRIL 5-6, 2025 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 602.262.4727 | shemerartcenter.org
7 MARCH 2025 Opera for Lunch 12:15 p.m. at the Arizona Opera Center, 1636 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. Break up the workday with a little music. Opera for Lunch is a free, 30-minute recital featuring the Marion Roose Pullin Arizona Opera studio artists. Guests are welcome to bring their lunch or purchase a $20 box lunch catered by Sacks Sandwiches when you reserve your ticket. azopera.org Thrive to Five Playfest 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Arizona State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix. Presented by Southwest Human Development, this event is for the littles to learn and have fun all in one. There will be free books, playtime, make-and-take activities, photo booths, a sensory friendly play area, yard games, stage performances, a crafters market and early childhood resources. Tickets are $10 per family. swhd.org/playfest St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Faire 10 a.m. at Margaret T. Hance Park, 67 W. Culver St., Phoenix. This St. Patrick’s Day, head downtown and catch all the festivities – starting with a parade on 3rd St. and Oak. There will be marching bands, dance performances, bagpipes and decked out floats. Afterward, head to the Irish Faire to find live music, entertainment, food and drinks, a vendor market, and activities for the kids. Admission is $15. stpatricksdayphoenix.org Zoobilation 6-10 p.m. at Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Pwky. One hundred percent of this event’s proceeds will go toward Phoenix Zoo’s mission of advancing the stewardship and conservation of animals and their habitats – all while having a blast. There will be a concert featuring Status the Band, food and beverages, animal encounters, photo ops, a magician and live muralist and other unique performances. Tickets start at $350. This event is 21 and up. phoenixzoo.org Veritas Music Fest 3-9 p.m. at Veritas Prep, 3102 N. 56th St., Phoenix. The seventh annual Veritas Music Fest happens today. Guests can come out and enjoy various student-run and professional performers and bands and win prizes from the raffle drawing. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Tickets are $5 per person or $20 per carload. veritasprep.greatheartsamerica.org Hats, Horses and Roses 5 p.m. at Mountain America Stadium, 500 E. Veterans Way, Tempe. Guests should dress in their derby best for this event. There will be dinner, drinks, a silent auction, and a video program. Proceeds support Camp Patrick for kids with spina bifida, and tickets start at $250. camppatrick.com Spirits of Mexico Festival 11 a.m. at Heritage Square, 113 N. 6th St., Phoenix. This year’s event will spotlight the state of Nayarit, Mexico. Guests can hear live music and see traditional dance and art displays, plus try out cooking classes or mixology workshops and taste culinary delights. There will also be samples and insights into Mexico’s signature distilled spirits, including tequila, mezcal, sotol, and bacanora. General admission is $10; VIP is $45. spiritsofmexicofestival.com Zoobilation at Phoenix Zoo. Parents Night Out at Impact Gymnastics. tinoferrulli@gmail.com 4725 North Scottsdale Road • Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Tino Ferrulli ALL-ELECTRIC. ALL MERCEDES. ALL YOURS. 2024 EQB Luxury meets innovation in the all-electric Mercedes EQB—where intelligent design, spacious comfort, and cutting-edge performance redefine your drive. With room for up to seven and the range to roam, it’s built for every journey. Take advantage of 3.49% interest, exceptional lease offers, and unbeatable incentives on our lightly used service loaners. Call me today—let’s find the perfect EQB for you.