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Scottsdale
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale Arts has been awarded a $6,000 biannual grant from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America to back its Memory Lounge program for older adults with early to moderate Alzheimer’s and their care partners — the program will offer free arts therapy workshops to boost social and creative engagement. Scottsdale Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On May 1, the Maricopa Association of Governments published a map to help residents find cooling centers, hydration stations, collection sites, and respite centers during dangerous summer heat; the network will run until September 30. The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services will run 11 heat relief stations and a mobile hydration unit (operating from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily on Sept. 25–29) to support high-risk areas. ABC15 Arizona
- ➤ Scottsdale is planning to hire outside legal counsel to review its legal options after Gov. Hobbs signed SB 1543 in April, which allows Axon to build its proposed headquarters. City Council will consider a resolution at its May 6 meeting to transfer up to $200,000 from the City Attorney’s Office budget—an effort aimed at addressing the bill’s constitutionality, as Mayor Lisa Borowsky noted. ABC15 Arizona
- ➤ Northbound Loop 101 in Scottsdale will be closed from 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday for a widening project north of Shea Boulevard—drivers should expect detours including closed on-ramps at Via De Ventura and 90th Street. Additional restrictions on westbound I-10 and Loop 202 ramps mean motorists need to plan extra travel time. Scottsdale Independent
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ On April 5, Camelot Homes won *11 awards* at the MAME Awards and was named *Builder of the Year* for the second year in a row. The awards honor the company's work in home design, marketing and construction. Arizona Digital Free Press
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Mommy Dentists in Business Practice Transitions Event
9:15 a.m. — Fairmont Scottsdale Princess — Registration fee required — Network with fellow mommy dentists and explore practice transition options.
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Aloft Live! with Paul Wells
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — No cover charge — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while listening to live music by Paul Wells.
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Arizona Grand Championships Dance Competition & Social Dancing
8 a.m. – 11 p.m. — Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas — Check event page for pricing — Experience a weekend filled with social dancing and professional performances from top dancers across the country.
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Sound Healing Session
7:30-9 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Cost info not provided — Experience deep meditative soundscapes designed to foster joy and awareness.
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Mother's Day at El Chorro!
9 a.m.-2 p.m. — El Chorro — $95++ per person — Treat Mom to a special 3-course brunch with breathtaking views and an elegant atmosphere.
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Seussical Jr.
6:00-7:30 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Ticketed — Experience the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss in this fantastical musical extravaganza.
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Seussical Jr.
6-7:30 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Ticketed event — Experience a fantastical musical journey through the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss.
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Inna Vision Album Tour
7 PM – 1 AM — Pour Decisions Patio & Kitchen — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the reggae sounds of Inna Vision as they promote their 'Faith and Deeds' album.
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Arizona Restaurant Week
May 16-25, 11 AM – 11 PM — The Quad — $33-55 per person — Indulge in a week of diverse dining options from comfort classics to culinary adventures.
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Kyler Murray Celebrity Softball Game
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — Details on ticket pricing pending — Watch Kyler Murray and friends battle it out in the inaugural celebrity softball game for charity.
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