Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of May.
Good morning, Scottsdale.
🏘️ Community
Buddy The Ball is launching Camp Motion at Scottsdale Camelback Resort—6302 E.
Camelback Road this summer with eight one-week camps from June 9 through August 1 for children ages four to 12. Each session costs $400 and all net proceeds benefit the Bounce Big Foundation that offers scholarships for underserved youth.
🎭 Culture
Arizona rodeos earned top spots in the USA TODAY 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards as the World's Oldest Rodeo in Prescott and the Arizona Invitational Black Rodeo in Scottsdale were honored for their fan appeal—both events drawing attention for their rich traditions.
The Prescott event will run June 30th—July 6th while the Scottsdale rodeo will take place Aug. 29th—Aug. 30th at WestWorld.
🏛️ Government
The City of Scottsdale is hosting its Beat the Heat drive & accepting everyday items for homebound seniors at its two senior centers until Saturday, May 17 to support June home visits.
Donations include bottled water, Brita water filters, shampoo, pet food, hats & full sized hygiene products.
📰 Lifestyle
Multiple studies ranked 16 Arizona cities among the best places to live and retire, with Scottsdale named the top city to raise a family and Tucson noted for affordable retirement living.
Tempe earned praise for its strong job market and amenities — other cities including Phoenix and Gilbert, along with some small towns, were also recognized for their community strengths.
🎉 Scottsdale Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Phoenix Jewish Singles Bagels & Coffee Breakfast
9:30-11:30 a.m. — New York Bagels 'N Bialys - Shea — Cost not specified — Enjoy bagels and coffee while reconnecting with friends and meeting new Jewish singles.
Aloft Live! with Joannah Zamora
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while listening to live music by Joannah Zamora.
Scottsdale Networking Event
12-1 p.m. — Babbo Italian Eatery — $25 drop-in fee — Connect with local entrepreneurs in a heart-centered networking community.
FREE Foam Frenzy
10 AM – 1 PM — Arizona Boardwalk — Free entry — Celebrate the start of summer with endless foam parties and fun water activities for the whole family.
2025 ASCP Annual Meeting
May 27-30 — Fairmont Scottsdale Princess — Registration required — Engage with over 1200 professionals discussing cutting-edge treatments in psychopharmacology.
Aloft Live! featuring Cori Rios
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — No cover charge — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while listening to live music in a laid-back atmosphere.
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