Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
Good morning, Scottsdale.
🏘️ Community
Caryn and Steve Langen launched Running 4 Alec to help military families cover costs after their son was killed in a 2024 helicopter crash.
They arranged hikes and repurposed Southwest Airlines volunteer hours into air tickets plus joined a Memorial Day hiking trip in Canada to honor his legacy.
🎓 Education
Scottsdale Community College partnered with the city and WestWorld to break ground on a 22,000 sqft equine science facility at the WestWorld campus today.
The facility (including 10 horse stalls, two round pens, a hay shed, an equipment shed, and a farrier station) will provide training and centralize program instruction.
🏈 Sports
Former OSU coach Mike Gundy and former Notre Dame athletic director Jack Swarbrick will speak at the Fiesta Sports Foundation Football Kickoff on Friday, Aug.
21 at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. VIP sessions start at 11 a.m. followed by networking at 11:30 a.m. and the main program at 12:15 p.m.
🎉 Scottsdale Events
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DJ Boomer Live
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Valley Bar — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of R&B, funk, and soul with DJ Boomer in the Rose Room.
AZ Sunrise Series
6:30 – 8:00 AM — Scottsdale Sports Complex — Registration required — Arizona runners keep the pace as temperatures rise in the morning sunshine.
Splashball Water Polo Program
June 1-11 — Mesquite Groves Aquatic Center — Registration required — Discover the fun of water polo with this non-contact sport for kids aged 10-14.
Live Music with People Who Could Fly
5-8 p.m. — Aloft by Marriott Scottsdale — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while listening to the indie pop band People Who Could Fly.
90s Hip Hop and R&B Night with DJ Rikkie Tee
8-11 p.m. — Crescent Ballroom — $5 — Enjoy old school 90s R&B and hip hop beats from legends like Tupac and Biggie with DJ Rikkie Tee.
Live Music with Jessica Maeve
5-8 p.m. — Aloft by Marriott Scottsdale — Free entry — Relax with cocktails and delight in the unique sounds of award-winning ukulele artist Jessica Maeve.
Ian Edwards Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Tempe Improv — Ticket prices vary — Catch the inaugural winner of Kevin Hart's comedy competition as he brings his fresh stand-up to Tempe.
Ron Taylor Comedy Show
9:30-11 p.m. — Tempe Improv — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with the inaugural winner of Kevin Hart's 'Funny AF' on Netflix.
Lights, Camera, Action Workshop
3-5 p.m. — Tumbleweed Park Recreation Center — Check website for details — Discover the secrets of on-camera skills and become the next TV star with hands-on media production training.
FRC My Heart Calls You Dad Celebration
2:30 – 2:45 p.m. — Goelet A Beuf Community Center — Free entry — Create a personalized keepsake in this heartwarming Father’s Day craft activity for children and their special grown-ups.
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