Good morning, Scottsdale.

National School Choice Week runs until Jan.

31 and hosts school fairs in Phoenix and Tucson as Gov. Hobbs proclaimed January 25 to 31 as Arizona School Choice Week. Parents can explore public, charter, magnet, private, online, home, and nontraditional schooling options (a free guide is available online).

The Carolyn Eynon Singers will perform with Nathan De’Shon Myers, an operatic baritone and ASU voice professor, at 4 p.m. Feb.

28 at the Steinway and Sons showroom on N Scottsdale Road. Guests can enjoy an elegant afternoon of wine — music — and conversation after the show.

Scientists and water managers are using planes+ equipped with laser sensors to measure mountain snowpack today to refine spring water forecasts.

The flight covers 540 miles and data will be delivered in about 72 hours to aid reservoir management.

Scottsdale residents summoned for jury duty are advised to stay alert to scams, as official court communications are sent by mail and never demand payment or personal details, and failing to appear can lead to a fine of up to $500.

Former attorney general Terry Goddard shared how he cared for a close relative whose Alzheimer’s quickly changed personality (memory loss and wandering), prompting the family to seek help from nurse Jasmine Bhatti of Navi Nurses.

His account shows the strain on Arizona’s unpaid caregivers amid a shortage of professional care.

In 2025, Greater Phoenix recorded a 4.5% rise in single‑family home sales while Scottsdale’s median home price climbed 4.2% to $1.2 million.

Regional figures also showed increased pending sales + new listings and longer market times, highlighting a stable yet evolving housing market.

After a win over Cincinnati, the ASU men's basketball team faces Central Florida today at 5 p.m. MST (Addition Financial Arena, Orlando) in a Big 12 matchup following a quick two-day turnaround from their previous game.

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.

Counterpoint: Conrad Tao & Caleb Teicher

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Pinnacle Presbyterian Church — Ticket Info Unavailable — Experience an evening of captivating music with acclaimed artist Conrad Tao and dancer Caleb Teicher.

Cristela Alonzo Stand-Up Show

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sharp wit and charm of powerhouse comedian Cristela Alonzo in her latest stand-up tour.

Celebration of Fine Art 2026

10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Scottsdale, AZ — $12 — Experience a vibrant community of artists creating and connecting in real-time in a creative sanctuary.