Good morning, Scottsdale.

Community members can connect with local service opportunities at the Volunteer Summit on Saturday, Feb.28 from 9 a.m. to noon, hosted by Scottsdale Community College.

The free event helps volunteers explore both one‑time and long‑term roles through nonprofit presentations.

A 2024 Census Bureau analysis shows that many metro Phoenix retirement communities have high percentages of out-of-state residents; Scottsdale (23.3% local-born) is among the five and Sun City West (2.6% local-born) tops the list, highlighting a rising trend of newcomers.

Girl Scout Cookie season runs from Jan.

18 to March 1—booths in Scottsdale offer favorites like Thin Mints along with the new Exploremores flavor. Nearly 12,000 Girl Scouts are serving their communities so check the Girl Scouts website for booth locations near you.

A Barrow Neurological Institute study found older adults may show early signs of dementia when they drive less safely and take fewer trips, with researcher Dr. Chia-Ling Phuah noting that changes appeared years before a formal diagnosis (the study analyzed MRI scans and driving data from over 200 participants).

Saguaro High School will host the 25th Cure-A-Thon by Students Supporting Brain Tumor Research on Feb.

28. About 500 community members will join a walk led by survivors, a silent auction and a remembrance wall — aiming to raise funds for brain tumor research.

Diamondbacks pitcher Zac Gallen signed a one-year deal on Sunday, Feb.

15 and returned to spring training; he plans to improve his performance in 2026 while joining teammate Merrill Kelly who re-signed last December (Gallen said he was betting on himself).

Aloft Live! Music Event Featuring Cygnill

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy an eclectic mix of reggae, pop, and rock tunes in a relaxed atmosphere.

Live Music with Jourdan Rolland

2-5 p.m. — Continental Golf Club — Free entry — Enjoy a diverse set of live music from Jourdan Rolland in the heart of Scottsdale.

Charity Sports Event: Rockies vs. Diamondbacks

1:10–3:10 PM — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — Prices vary — Get your game face on and support a cause while enjoying America's pastime.

Aaron White Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Ticket prices TBD — Experience the Grammy-nominated artist's unique blend of Indigenous music with contemporary sounds.

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Los Angeles Angels

1:10-3:10 PM — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — Cost info not provided — Catch the MLB action live as the Diamondbacks face off against the Angels.

Aloft Live! featuring Gretch

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music with versatile singer-songwriter Gretch, blending classic rock, indie, and Spanish flavors.

Steve Barton Art Exhibition

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — DeRubeis Fine Art of Metal — Booking required for one-on-one sessions — Discover Steve Barton's latest creations and engage in personalized artistic discussions.

Live Music Featuring Random Jam

7-10 p.m. — BLVD Kitchen & Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music in the heart of Scottsdale's Old Town.

Emo Picnic

12:30-3 a.m. — Civic Center Mall — Free entry — Experience live acoustic emo covers and food vendors in a nostalgic atmosphere.

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Cleveland Guardians

6:10 AM — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — Check event pricing — CBS Sports covers the MLB matchup with live scoring and expert insights.