JULY 2025 6 Scottsdale 4th of July 5-9 p.m. at WestWorld, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale. Get ready to be red, white and cool at WestWorld’s 12th annual Fourth of July celebration. Guests will find a rodeo, mutton busting, dancing, circus performances, a slider eating contest, a water balloon championship, walking history tours, musical chairs, photo booths, a backyard BBQ and the sixth annual Parade of Heroes. Tickets start at $25. scottsdale4th.com Sunset Sound Meditation 6 p.m. at Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. Let the soothing melodies of singing bowls and gongs transport you to a state of pure relaxation and meditation at DBG. Instructor Michael Watman will guide participants through class, and afterwards, you can take a sunset stroll in the garden. Don’t forget to bring a mat. Admission is $20 per person. dbg.org Yellow Dinner 6 p.m. at FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel, 1100 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. FOUND:RE and Match Market & Bar will host a seven-course tasting menu inspired by their current art exhibition, “Yellow,” with dishes and cocktails reflecting the theme – think cheddar blini and golden potato gnocchi. This is a new way to enjoy artwork; food and drinks included. Registration starts at $99. matchphx.com Wine and Cheese Workshop 3 p.m. at the Wine Collective, 4020 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. Hosted by your very own sommelier, this class includes five wine and cheese pairings. Learn from a certified expert on how different cheeses are made and how to pair them with certain foods and wine. If you’re a fan of vino, this is one way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Tickets start at $49. the-wine-collective.com Dinner and a Movie 5:30 p.m. at Marcellino Ristorante, 7114 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale. Guests are invited to Marcellino for a three-course summer special dinner while watching a classic film on the house. Tonight’s movie is Moonstruck : Cher and Nick Cage battle family and cultural differences while falling in love under the New York moon. Dinner starts at $50 per person. marcellinoristorante.com Chess Club Night 7:30 p.m. at Valley Bar, 130 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. On the first and third Wednesdays of the month, Valley Bar’s Reading Room turns into a chess lover’s paradise. Join other aficionados for “strategic game play, camaraderie and hidden delights.” You can also stick around for this evening’s show – Sunflower Bean will take the stage. This event is free (concert is separate admission) for 21+ up. valleybarphx.com Wine and Watercolor 6 p.m. at Shemer Art Center, 5005 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix. Watercolor expert John Erwin is here to teach students all the tips to crafting a beautiful painting – vino included. Guests will learn the basics as well as some advanced techniques as Writers Workshop 5:30 p.m. Join ASU’s Virginia G. Piper Writing Center for “Write a Memoir to Remember,” a Zoom workshop led by award-winning author Patricia Brooks. Designed for aspiring writers, the four-part series runs each Wednesday, July 9, 16, and 23. Patricia will share tips and tricks on how to produce a memoir, face your fears, and conquer the story’s emotions. The workshop includes a Q&A after the presentation. Cost is $200 for all four sessions; $100 for students. piper.asu.edu The Cool Frontier at Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West. Arcadia’s annual Fourth of July Parade is happening on Friday, July 4 starting at 3861 N. Jokake Dr. Families can decorate their bikes, strollers, golf carts, scooters – if it’s got wheels, it can join in! There will be water, coffee and snacks available, and the Phoenix Fire Department will be there to cool everyone down with a fire hose. Parade begins at 8 a.m., so get here early to find a good spot! Contact Emily Whitwell at eawhitwell@gmail.com for more. On select Sundays and Mondays in July, diners can step into the kitchen with Chef Vincent from Vincent on Camelback and find a class focused on learning to make different dishes like quiche, croissants, appetizers, soufflés and more. Hands-on instruction, plenty of food and bev, and great conversation is to be had. Classes are limited to 12 people and start at $88. Book your spot on exploretock.com. vincentsoncamelback.com Discover Strength (3221 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix) opened its second Arizona “Artist Tuesdays” live painting sessions. A buy one, get one free admission deal runs through September 30, 2025. westernspirit.org Desert Financial Credit Union is asking K-12 teachers to apply for its sixth annual Adopt-A-Teacher Program . More than 30 kindergarten-12th grade teachers will receive between $500 and $1,500 in school supplies. In total, the credit union will award $45,000. Applications are open from July 21 to August 8, with the winning educators awarded on September 2. desertfinancial.com/adoptateacher St. Vincent de Paul’s 100 Days of Summer campaign continues through Labor Day. studio in Arcadia in July. The business offers personalized training through 30-minute sessions twice a week, led by certified physiologists. Clients can choose between one-on-one or small group classes, all designed to deliver efficient and effective results. Discover Strength is offering a free introductory workout. Learn more by joining the waitlist. discoverstrength.com Phoenix Rescue Mission launched its 13th annual Code: Red Summer Heat Relief Campaign to help the homeless population and at-risk individuals through August 31. PRM is also hosting its annual Back to School Drive on July 26 at Sullivan Elementary School (2 S. 31st Ave., Phoenix). Donations of pencils, pens, erasers, crayons and more are welcome. View the full wish list online. phoenixrescuemission.org Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West is hosting its second annual “The Cool Frontier,” a summer event series offering exhibits, live artist demonstrations, and classic Western films. Highlights include the “Women of the Southwest” exhibit, rare Hopi pottery, John Clymer paintings, and The organization is asking for donations of canned proteins, peanut butter, dried pasta, canned fruits and vegetables and more to help fill the pantry. Folks can drop off donations at SVdP’s main campus: 2120 S. 3rd Dr., Phoenix, Monday-Friday from 7 a.m.-6 p.m. 100days.stvincentdepaul.net The TeeBox Junior Golf Academy offers a summer program for kids ages 7-18 at the indoor TeeBox Golf Club until August 11. Sessions take place Monday- Wednesday and are available as half- or full-day options. The program includes simulators, swing development, course etiquette, and weekly challenges. teebox.club Join Studio 56 Vintage (5618 E. Thomas Road, Phoenix) on July 27 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. for its second annual backpack giveaway. Attendees will find free haircuts until 3 p.m., 100 free Nike backpacks with supplies (kids must be present), and a back-to-school pop-up featuring vintage vendors. Enjoy 30 percent off all vintage and $25 off sneakers. Learn more on Instagram @studio56_vintage WE HAVE MOVED 4600 E Shea Blvd | Suite 100 | Phoenix, AZ 85028 NW corner Tatum and Shea | West of Trader Joes 602.955.8700 • FPSAZ.com IN PRACTICE CELEBRATING EXPERT DOCTORS AND PRACTITIONERS. CONVENIENT SERVICES. EXTENDED HOURS. Our Family Caring for Yours
7 JULY 2025 the evening goes on. All supplies will be provided. Registration is $45 per person. shemerartcenter.org Sip + Shop Summer Market Series 6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, at Hotel Valley Ho, 6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale. The Summer Market Series is back with a celebrity chef dinner on July 18, featuring a three-course meal prepared by Chefs Russell LaCasce, Charles Wiley and Charles Kassels. Saturday’s market will feature samples, live music, vendors, tastings and a voucher for ZuZu. The market is free to attend – but registration is required; dinner is $159 per person. hotelvalleyho.com Sippin’ Series 7 p.m. at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd St. Sippin’ Series is an intimate experience that explores the world of spirits, wines and cocktail concepts with the professionals. Each event will develop participants’ knowledge on the topic through in-person experience. Tonight’s bevvie is whiskey, and guests will be able to sample three different kinds from Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. Tickets start at $50. scottsdaleperformingarts.org United Nations of Comedy 8 p.m. at the Irish Cultural Center, 1106 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. Get ready for a night of laughter as the United Nations of Comedy takes over The Irish Cultural Center. This stand-up event features three comedians from different corners of the globe – Mexico, Australia, and the U.S. – who will each bring their unique perspective and comedic style to the stage. Before the night is over, prepare yourselves – you might just become part of the show. Tickets are $25. azirish.org Melrose Vintage Market 10 a.m. at The Duce, 525 S. Central Ave., Phoenix. This monthly pop-up market will take over The Duce once a month until September. The event is family-friendly, with over 45 vendors selling their wares: vintage, handmade and upcycled furniture, decor, clothing, knick-knacks, handmade jewelry, and arts and crafts. There will be live music, plus brunch and cocktails available for purchase. Admission is $5. melrosevintagemarket.com Adult Field Trip 6-9 p.m. at Junior Achievement of Arizona, 636 W. Southern Ave., Tempe. Who said field trips are just for kids? This evening’s festivities will benefit the Million Dollar Teacher Project – and is grown-ups only. Guests can sip cocktails, listen to live music, get treats from from an ice cream truck and eat traditional sack lunches. There will also be a raffle. VIP includes transportation, raffle and drink tickets and early access. Tickets start at $100. mdtproject.org Music and Movement 10 a.m. at Burton Barr Library, 1221 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. Youngsters from birth to age five – and their favorite grownups – are invited to Music & Movement, a free story time event that encourages kids to wiggle their way to fun. Attendees will hear a story, sing, dance and get a bit of exercise at this morning’s event. phoenixpubliclibrary.org Improv Comedy Show 10 p.m. at The Bridge Improv, 937 E. Broadway Road, Tempe. Those looking to sharpen their comedy skills may find some practice time here. This free, family- friendly improv show is open to all experience levels. Guests can drop their names in the bucket before the show, and throughout the hour, emcees will randomly draw groups of four names to perform. bridgeimprovtheater.com Scottsdale 4th of July at WestWorld. Sunset Sound Meditation at Desert Botanical Garden. tinoferrulli@gmail.com 4725 North Scottsdale Road • Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Tino Ferrulli FANTASTIC LEASE SPECIALS ON “LOANER” EQB Celebrate this 4th of July with FANTASTIC EQB Lease Specials – our lowest payments ever on the all-electric Mercedes-Benz EQB! Experience luxury, innovation, and unbeatable savings. These deals won’t last long, so don’t miss your chance to drive in style. Happy Independence Day! 2025 EQB 250