Good morning, Scottsdale.

The 2026 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction begins today at Westworld of Scottsdale and will run through Jan.

25, featuring celebrity-owned vehicles like Tim Allen’s Ford GT and Kevin Hart’s Ford Bronco; it follows Friday night’s Rock The Block concert with Cole Swindell and Chase Rice.

The Holland Center in North Scottsdale will host the 4th Annual Navajo Rug and Jewelry Show with a VIP preview on Feb.

20 (5 to 8 p.m.) and a public event from Feb. 21 to Feb. 22 featuring 300 handmade rugs, jewelry, and live cultural demonstrations that support Navajo elders.

Andreoli Italian Grocer — a James Beard Award finalist — was named one of the best Italian restaurants in the US by Chowhound on Jan.

16 at 1:55 p.m. It is praised for its exceptional cuisine that adds to Scottsdale’s vibrant dining scene.

Dr. Steve Semken from Arizona State University will explore 2 billion years of Arizona’s geological past as part of the Foothills Speaker Series on Tuesday, March 3rd at 6:00 p.m. at Holland Center (34250 N 60th St); free admission requires prior registration.

Valley of the Sun J and Desert Foothills Land Trust host the free Sonoran Speaker Series 'Medicine or Madness' on March 10, 2026, at 6:00 PM, where Dr. Ken Sweat of Arizona State explains how venom is turning into treatments for diseases (registration required).

Ellie Waybright, a freshman psychology major from Scottsdale, was named to the Le Moyne College fall 2025 dean’s list after earning a GPA of 3.5 or above.

Her achievement marks an early academic success at the college.

APS and Liberty Wildlife installed a 45-foot wooden pole (complete with a nesting platform) near the Salt River to help local birds avoid utility hazards.

Visitors can soon view the installation and learn about the ongoing partnership to protect wildlife habitats.

At a Jan. 14 meeting, the Planning Commission granted Banner Health a continuance to review its proposal for a 135-bed hospital with a helipad near N.

Hayden and the Loop 101; the project, part of a $750 million medical campus, still awaits rezoning.

Songs from Film - A Revue

2:00-3:30 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy an intimate revue of songs and musings from iconic musicals and unforgettable cinema classics.

Aloft Live! featuring Chris Yak Acoustic

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a laid-back live acoustic performance by Chris Yak while sipping cocktails and light fare.

Jourdan Rolland Music Event

2-6 p.m. — Continental Golf Club — Free entry — Enjoy a lively mix of genres from this engaging Arizona musician.

Scottsdale Book Festival

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM — Scottsdale Civic Center — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of books and storytelling with over 200 authors and live entertainment.

PVSchools Community 5K Fun Run/Walk

9:15-10:00 a.m. — Horizon HS Football Field — Registration fee — Participate in a fun-filled 5K to support the local community and promote fitness.

The Barricade Boys: Broadway at the Movies

2-9:30 p.m. — Highlands Church — Check website for pricing — Experience a sensational musical journey through iconic films and movie musicals with The Barricade Boys.

Live Music by James Mills at Culinary Dropout

6-9 p.m. — Culinary Dropout — Free entry — Enjoy indie pop tunes and tasty food in a laid-back Scottsdale setting.

Coors Light Birds Nest with John Summit

3-5 p.m. — TPC Scottsdale — Tickets via Ticketmaster — Enjoy an exciting afternoon of music at the Coors Light Birds Nest featuring John Summit.

Celebration of Fine Art 2026

10 AM – 6 PM — Scottsdale, AZ — $12 — Experience a vibrant living gallery with artists creating and connecting in real time.

Celebration of Fine Art 2026

10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Scottsdale Art Venue — $12 — Experience a vibrant showcase of creativity as artists create and engage in a living gallery.