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Scottsdale
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Metro Phoenix splash pads are open now to help families cool off as record-high spring temps hit, including Scottsdale spots like Florence Ely Nelson Desert Park at 8950 E. Pinnacle Peak Road and Pima Park at 8600 E. Thomas Road + free from morning until evening. The Arizona Republic
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ On St. Patrick's Day, a Scottsdale resident won $40K when a Mega Millions ticket bought at the Safeway at 7920 E. Chapparal Road returned winning numbers 4, 11, 18, 38, 50 + Mega Ball 24, officials said Wednesday. Scottsdale Independent
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale’s OdySea Aquarium received a $50,000 grant (Safe Grant Program) from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums to help protect Eastern Pacific leatherback sea turtles’ nesting beaches in Mexico, with the funding sustaining conservation efforts after federal support ended. Scottsdale Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After three losses, the Chandler Hamilton Huskies won five in a row by beating Arvada West 8 to 1 on March 18 at Scottsdale Chaparral High, as Gavin Hamilton debuted and Nelson pitched a strong game; the win sends them to the quarterfinal today against the Millennium and Basic winner. The Arizona Republic
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Live Music with PhilosoRaptors
7-10 p.m. — BLVD Kitchen & Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a groovy cover band playing rock, pop, country, and funk hits from the 60s to today.
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Live Music with SIDE PEACE AZ
7-10 p.m. — BLVD Kitchen & Bar — Free entry — Enjoy rock n' roll and pop hits in the vibrant atmosphere of Scottsdale's Old Town.
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Opera Salon at Avery Lane
2-4 p.m. — Avery Lane — $50 — Experience a cozy afternoon of opera in a stunning Scottsdale showroom.
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Keyboard Conversations - Music of Joy and Peace
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Ticket prices may vary — Delight in an evening of uplifting musical masterpieces from Bach to Gershwin.
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Aloft Live! Featuring Emily Ortego
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Experience live music from rising star Emily Ortego while enjoying cocktails and light fare in a laid-back setting.
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HonorHealth Tour de Scottsdale
7 AM – 10 PM — WestWorld of Scottsdale — Registration fee required — Experience scenic and challenging routes that will test the limits of every cyclist.
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Jacob Jonas Dance Company
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Cost info unavailable — Experience captivating cinematic dance presented in a new work commissioned by Scottsdale Arts.
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Phoenix Magic Club: An Afternoon of Magic
3-6 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Family-friendly — Experience a captivating afternoon filled with live magic performances by talented members of the Phoenix Magic Club.
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Live Music by Josh Bierman in Scottsdale
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Cocktails available — Enjoy a diverse musical experience with songs that blend genres from rock to reggae by Arizona native Josh Bierman.
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People Who Could Fly Concert
6-10 p.m. — Boondocks Patio & Grill Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of indie pop music with local band People Who Could Fly and great pub grub.
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