Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of January.
Good morning, Scottsdale.
Design for Dogs returns to Scottsdale on Feb.
20 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Facings of America Showroom (16421 N. 90th St.) where 11 local teams of architects, builders and designers will create custom doghouses to be auctioned off for the Arizona Animal Welfare League’s animal rescue programs.
The Barrett-Jackson auto show at WestWorld of Scottsdale runs through Aug.
25 and set a record charity sale with a $3.7 million purchase of a 2025 Corvette ZR1 that benefits the American Red Cross & features a Super Saturday auction with rare models scheduled for Jan. 23-24.
At a council meeting on Jan.
7, officials disagreed about the relocation as Councilwoman Whitehead backed moving the market despite Mayor Borowsky’s reservations; the Old Town Farmers Market will shift from First Street and Brown Avenue to City Hall on 75th Street + Bennie Gonzales Way this fall.
HonorHealth gastroenterologists Dr. Deepa Shah and Dr. Abdul Nadir advise Scottsdale residents to drink 16 ounces (oz) of water upon waking before having coffee tomorrow morning to rehydrate and support digestion in our dry climate.
Orangetheory Fitness is offering a promotional membership for $2 per day until Sat, Jan.
31 — local residents can access expert coaching, strength training and cardio workouts designed for all fitness levels with a free trial class available.
The Homeless ID Project will provide free identification help at Crossroads Scottsdale, 1200 N.
77th St., from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. Jan. 21 — a service that lets clients in recovery replace lost documents essential for reintegration.
In December 2025, Scottsdale saw a 32.7% jump in closed single-family home sales over December 2024, and Greater Phoenix home sales increased 4.5% for the year while national sales fell by 1% according to Phoenix Realtors.
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.
Live Music Night with People Who Could Fly
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Enjoy cocktails and light fare — Experience the indie pop vibes of People Who Could Fly in a relaxed setting.
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