Navigating for a cause
Scottsdale Vibes
Angie Rice in Scottsdale always appreciating how the community supports one another. After a stint working in corporate America, she chose to start Boutique Travel Advisors with the cavit of still giving back to the community. That’s where this year’s annual gala, Navigating for a Cause, came about. As a huge advocate for Mental Health, I’m really excited to talk about this event and bring awareness to help those in need. This year’s recipient is PTSD Now, Nevada-based non-profit on a mission to radically improve the veteran mental healthcare system and reduce suicide among U.S....
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City Council and & Mayoral Candidates
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Tammy Caputi Tammy began her first term on the Scottsdale City Council in January 2021 and is currently seeking a second term. She has lived and worked in Scottsdale for almost 25 years, and is the president and owner of Yale Electric West, Inc, a Scottsdale company. Married for over 21 years with 3 daughters who all attend our local schools. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Wellesley College in Wellesley, MA and a Master’s in Business Administration from Simmons University in Boston, MA. Tammy is passionate about keeping Scottsdale the Gold Standard of the Valley,...
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SUSD School Board Candidates
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Gretchen Jacobs Gretchen Jacobs, Founder & President of Arizona of Governmental Affairs, works with the Governor's Office, Legislature & state agencies on issues of policies, appropriations & government marketing at the State Capital. Prior to starting her practice of governmental affairs, Gretchen represented corporate clients in civil court as an attorney and remains an active member of the Arizona & California State Bar Associations. Since entering the political arena in 1998, she has earned the reputation as one of the hardest working and “most effective” in...
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SUSD School Board Candidates
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Matt Pittinsky Education has always been at the center of Matt’s Pittinisky life with both parents worked in education. Matt earned his masters in education from Harvard followed by a PhD in Sociology of Education from Teachers College at Columbia University. While working to found and develop several education technology startups, Matt has also taught and served as a tenure track professor at ASU where he remains as a visiting scholar. Matt and his wife, Julie, a Phoenix native, have three children. All went to SUSD schools, with two now in SUSD middle and high schools and one at...
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TGen Runway for Research Kickoff
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When we think of October many of us think fall, Halloween, maybe sweater weather if it ever decides to cool down! But to thousands of women, and men, out there, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation 1 in 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. In 2024, over 300,000 women & men will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. Chances are, you know at least one person who has been personally affected by breast cancer. But there is hope. When caught in its earliest, localized stages, the 5-year...
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Scottsdale Polo Match
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Scottsdale’s biggest Polo match of the year is right around the corner. Over 12,000 are expected to attend the event in it’s 13th year at WestWorld. Gates open at 10am with 5 action packed matches throughout the day ending with the night match 6pm with Sonoma County Polo Team taking on El Paso team. New this year is the Casa Amigos Day Club party tent presented by Relentless Beats and Nutrl. There will be music and fun throughout the night with the last artist taking the stage at 10pm. Fashion, cars, pet shows, polo and music. A day of fun for everyone! This week we are going to...
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Helping Hands for Single Moms
Scottsdale Vibes
It’s 2001 and Chris Coffman was tasked from his ministry to drive around to look for a community's needs. While driving around a low income community and praying for guidance, Chris saw a little boy walking on the sidewalk alone. He pulled over and asked the boy where he lived in which Chris proceeded to take the boy home safely. When they got to the house, the big sister, no older than about 10, opened the door and confirmed that it was indeed her little brother and she was responsible for watching him. After leaving, Chris thought about what had just happened and realized he found his...
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McDowell Sonoran Conservancy
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You’ve probably hiked in it, ran the trails, been to events or even mountain biked through it. The McDowell Sonoran Conservancy is the largest urban preserve in the nation sitting at over 30,000 acres. We are so lucky to have this right here in our backyard. From volunteering, educational programs, thousands of miles of trails and more. And with the ever expanding Scottsdale and its growth, this is one place that we won’t be growing into. McDowell Sonoran Conservancy, CEO, Amanda Hofmann-Handy joined the team earlier this year. Tyler Chandler, development manager with the conservancy is...
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Scottsdale Fashion Week
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Scottsdale is known for our beautiful city, people, delicious restaurants, unique architecture and more. But when the month of September comes, only one thing matters, that’s the Style issue in fashion. All the who’s who’s and what’s what’s are ready to see and feel this year’s style. And that kicks off right here with Scottsdale Fashion Week happening September 26-29. Sheree Hartwell of Ford Robert/Black Agency and event partner Jamie LeVine of Steve LeVine Entertainment and Public Relations are going to tell us about all the style and uniqueness coming to this year’s...
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Junk in the Trunk
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Get your wallets out because the biggest shopping weekend of the year is right around the corner. That’s right Scottsdale, Junk in the Trunk is happening at WestWorld Sept 13-15. Homecrafts, vintage, refurbished and so so SO much more is right at your fingertips. This year may be the same event but behind the scenes is all new with owners, Heather Nash who’s here to tell us about all the great things to expect at this year’s event. Calendar of Events Happening next weekend, Sept 13-15 at WestWorld. VIP tickets start Friday night and go through the weekend. Get there early to get...
info_outlineSummer is officially here which means lots of pool time, maybe heading north to search for some cooler temperatures and vacations. But all of these come with danger too. Drawings are already occurring. The wildcat fire in north scottsdale was the largest of the season, rattlesnakes are out. And when any of these tragedies strikes, who do you call? The Scottsdale Fire Department of course. Which is why David Foley from SFD is here to prepare us for summer.
https://rattlesnakesolutions.com/
Phoenix Herpetological Society Snake Removal 602-550-1090
Scottsdale Fire Dept. NON-EMERGENCY (480) 312-8911
Calendar of Events
June Days in Old Town
It’s back and starts this weekend! Old Town is full of events all month long to celebrate June Days. Check the calendar for dates/times and location for each event.
Free Concert Series @ McCormick Stillman RR
Free concert series Sunday nights through the end of June. This Sunday is Candle in the Wind, and Elton John tribute. Food trucks will be there too.
Rancho de los Caballeros - Alchemy, a Yoga Experience in the Desert
The newly renovated guest ranch resort and spa located in the Sonoran Desert in Wickenburg, Arizona (with average temps of 100+ from June to August) - is hosting from June 12-15, taking the concept of hot yoga to the next level as it remains open over the summer season for the first time ever.