APRIL 2025 6   participants will run, walk or bike through Arcadia in remembrance of children who have lost their lives to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. This year, Team Taylor Family Fun Run will benefit Phoenix Children’s Safe Sleep & Home Safety Program. There will be an afterparty event at O.H.S.O. with food and drink specials. Registration is $45. phoenixchildrensfoundation.org Rusty’s Beer Fest 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Mountain Shadows Resort, 5445 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale. This event comes with a golf tournament and a whole lot of brews. Guests can sample over 30 different beers and enjoy a buffet featuring dishes like bratwurst, potato salad, pretzels with beer cheese and more. Live music from the authentic German-style Umpa Band and raffle prizes are also on deck. The tournament starts at 8 a.m. Tickets for Beer Fest are $49; $149 for beer and golf. mountainshadows.com Copperstate 1000 Car Show 7:30 a.m. at Tempe Diablo Stadium, 2200 W. Alameda Dr., Tempe. Come check out more than 80 vintage automobiles participating in this year’s Copperstate 1000 car rally – for free. Before they leave to cruise the scenic highways of Arizona during the four-day event, the public might be able to see vehicles like a 1952 Cunningham C2 Le Mans and a 1953 Studebaker Commander. All ages are welcome. mensartscouncil.com  Celebrating Her Story 11 a.m. at the Arizona Biltmore, 2400 Biltmore Estates Dr., Phoenix. Arizona’s Children Association’s fourth annual Celebrating Her Story event is dedicated to recognizing exemplary women who have demonstrated resiliency in times of adversity – this year’s honoree is Mary Lou Hapner, who became the first female stockbroker in Arizona. Guests will hear powerful stories during lunch. Tickets are $100 per person. arizonaschildren.org  Jersey Boys 7 p.m. at the Hormel Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. This show takes audiences on a journey of the rise of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, including “the internal struggles, personal triumphs, and defining moments that solidified their legendary status.” It’s okay if you want to sing along to familiar hits like Sherry, Walk Like a Man and Big Girls Don’t Cry – this production won’t judge. Tickets start at $59. phoenixtheatre.com  Seussical, Jr. 2 or 7 p.m. at the Madison Center for the Arts, 5601 N. 16th St., Phoenix. Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where guests will embark on a musical adventure with Horton the Elephant and other familiar characters. Performed by students of Bender Performing Arts, this show hopes to teach kids young and old to celebrate the special qualities that make you, you. Tickets are $18-$22. benderperformingarts.com    Art in the Garden and Sparkling Tea 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Shemer Art Center, 5005 E. Camelback Road. This sixth annual event features a display of garden- themed vendors showcasing the latest florals, ceramics, wood and wearable art. There will be live music, demonstrations and a silent auction. At 1 p.m. is the sparkling tea event with live music, a menu and guest speakers. The Phoenix Rotary 100’s Take Flight event will have a booth with metal butterflies for sale. Art in the Garden is free; tea is $60 per person. shemerartcenter.org   The Pinewood Classic 12 p.m. at Title 9 Sports Grill, 4221 N. 7th Ave., Phoenix. Unlike traditional derby events, often associated with the Boy Scouts, the Pinewood Classic features races for the kids and the grown-ups. Awards for Best Design, Best Team Spirit and Race Champion will be given. Guests will find a custom-built track by Porter Barnwood, a beer garden, balloon artists for the kids during daytime races, and more. Registration starts at $15. titleninesportsgrill.com Heidi’s Village Open House 11 a.m. at Heidi’s Village, 600 N. 40th St., Phoenix. Arcadia animal welfare nonprofit Heidi’s Village is celebrating its fifth anniversary with an open house event. Community members are welcome to tour the facility while learning about the organization’s various programs, check out the vendors and rescue partner tables and participate in raffles. There will also be food, drinks and fun activities for kids. This event is free. heidisvillage.org  Team Taylor Family Fun Run 8 a.m. starting at 48th St. and the Arizona Canal. The 13th annual Fun Run and 5K is back. Starting near O.H.S.O., PANDA Lemonade Stand Day returns on April 27. This annual tradition encourages kids around the Valley to host lemonade stands to raise awareness of PANDA and funds for the Steele Children’s Research Center. Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation will sponsor the event by donating supplies, and Danzeisen Dairy will donate the lemonade. One hundred percent of the proceeds will go to the Steele Children’s Research Center. azpanda.org 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! Mark your calendars for the Arcadia Osborn Neighborhood Association Food Truck Night at First Chinese Baptist Church (4920 E. Earll Dr., Phoenix) on May 8 from 5 to 8 p.m. Come out, come hungry and meet the neighbors while enjoying food trucks, music and lawn games. arcadiaosbornphx.com “Forgotten Phoenix” is a coffee-table book written by author (and Arcadia grad) Robert Melikian, offering a nostalgic look at downtown Phoenix through vintage and contemporary photographs. The book includes Melikian’s experiences and special looks into landmarks like Orpheum, San Carlos Hotel, Fox Theatre and Madison Square Garden. Those interested can find the book at Changing Hands Bookstore, the Phoenix Art Museum and Amazon. changinghands.com Sparkle Grooming Co. is coming soon to Arcadia. The salon, located on the northwest corner of 38th St. and Indian School Road, offers hygiene (skin, coat, nails, teeth, etc.), grooming (trim, haircut) and a-la-care (based on health and lifestyle) services for pups. Walk-ins are welcome but memberships are available and start at $55. sparkledogcare.com Another one for the pets – Modern Animal Vet Clinic is slated to open in Arcadia this spring. The business offers primary and preventative care, dentistry and surgery, diagnostics and a virtual care team. Pay- as-you-go visits start at $80 and all-access memberships start at $199. modernanimal.com Join Duet: Partners in Health & Aging for five free virtual workshops to help attendees explore the power of writing. Held on Thursdays starting May 1, there will be guided writing exercises where participants explore creative prompts and share meaningful thoughts. No writing experience needed. To register, contact Deanne Poulos at poulos@duetaz.org. duetaz.org     CELEBRATE MIM’S 15 TH ANNIVERSARY! Fri., Sat. & Sun., April 4, 5 & 6 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Embark on a musical journey to celebrate MIM’s 15 th anniversary! Enjoy live music and dance performances, instrument demonstrations, and more exciting activities. Presented by MIM.org | 480.478.6000 | 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, AZ

7 APRIL 2025    The Original Taste 7 p.m. at the Scottsdale Civic Center, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Enjoy an evening of fun and food at the 52nd annual Original Taste event. Guests are invited to sample bites and beverages from Valley restaurants like Pyro, STK, Kasai Japanese Steakhouse, Maggiano’s and more. There will also be photo ops, cocktails and a custom hat-making station. General admission tickets are $175 with VIP packages available. ec70phx.com Family Fun Day 10 a.m. at Heritage Square, 113 N. Sixth St., Phoenix. Grab the kids and head down to Heritage Square for some family- friendly fun. Activities include story time and themed crafts, shopping at the museum store, croquet games and scavenger hunts. This event is free. heritagesquarephx.org  Grass Clippings Farmers Market 9 a.m. at Grass Clippings Rolling Hills, 1415 N. Mill Ave., Tempe. Grass Clippings unveiled its first-ever Farmers Market series in February that continues this month. Attendees will find a mix of Valley vendors like Bad Hambres and Backyard Green House, plus live music, food trucks, lawn games and more. This event is free and also takes place on April 27. grassclippingsaz.com 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 admission into the zoo, which is included with the Bunny Brunch ticket price: adults are $46, kids are $38. phoenixzoo.org   The Olympiad 9 a.m. at the Scottsdale Stadium, 7408 E. Scottsdale Road. The Olympiad is the culmination of an effort by Phoenix residential and commercial real estate offices to raise funds for Arizona children’s charities. The Agents Benefiting Children division will square off against the Brokers for Kids division in games like corn hole and pop a shot, and the public is welcome to come out and watch the festivities while enjoying food, drinks and music. Tickets are $100. saguaros.com Candlelight: The Best of Fleetwood Mac 9 p.m. at Warehouse215, 215 E. Grant St., Phoenix. Candlelight concerts, presented by Fever, are bringing the magic of a live musical experience to Phoenix. This evening’s show will highlight the music of Fleetwood Mac. Guests will hear songs performed by the Listeso String Quartet, such as Everywhere, Gypsy, You Make Loving Fun, Never Going Back Again and more. Tickets start at $30. feverup.com   Bunnanza 9 a.m. at Scottsdale Civic Center, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. This free event has something for everyone: egg hunts (with over 15,000 eggs), food trucks, a vendor marketplace, hands-on activities and crafts. The cocktail garden offers sips for grown-ups and there will also be live entertainment. Kids will get the chance to meet Sheriff Jack, and new this year is the Earth Fest, featuring exhibits to inspire greener living. scottsdaleaz.gov Hide and Peep Egg Hunt 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Scottsdale Quarter, 15059 N. Scottsdale Road. Valley kids are invited to search for colorful eggs hidden throughout The Quarter to unlock the secret location to a bag full of treats. After the egg hunt, kids can enjoy music, face painting and balloon- twisting. The Easter Bunny will be hopping around, so make sure to bring a camera. Tickets are $5 to participate in the egg hunt. scottsdalequarter.com   Carousel, A Concert 2 or 7 p.m. at Herberger Theater, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix. Arizona Musicfest will expand past its usual borders of North Scottsdale to present its first- ever concert in downtown Phoenix. Set in a seaside town in Maine, Carousel follows the love story of Billy Bigelow and Julie Jordan – a classic tale of love, redemption, and the struggle to find our place in the world. This show is also available on April 27. Tickets start at $69. azmusicfest.org Jersey Boys at the Hormel Theatre in Phoenix. Bunny Brunch at the Phoenix Zoo. tinoferrulli@gmail.com 4725 North Scottsdale Road • Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Tino Ferrulli WHERE LEGEND MEETS INNOVATION 2025 G 580E Fast, confident, and unmistakably iconic, the G 580e G-Wagon redefines what it means to drive electric. A sporty presence and enduring strength meet the advanced safety and stability you expect from Mercedes-Benz. Built to conquer any path — paved or wild — the G 580e delivers a seamless blend of power and poise, without sacrificing its legendary character. The next chapter of G-Class awaits. Visit our showroom today!