Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
Good morning, Scottsdale.
Scottsdale is hosting June Days through the end of June, offering events like yoga on June 7, guided baseball stadium tours on June 13-14, film screenings, trivia nights, and live music.
The city-run celebration also features an online Tournament of Treats to choose the best local frozen treat—highlighting Old Town and local businesses.
The McRae Agency celebrated 30 years of strategic communications in Scottsdale and has built trusted campaigns for local institutions and national brands like Google and Red Bull since 1995—earning recognition as Scottsdale’s Favorite PR Firm in 2024.
Sequoya Elementary School earned Blue Zones Project certification on May 8 when students, teachers, and local officials met outdoors to celebrate the new designation.
The school at 11801 N. 64th St. has added a walking club and will introduce healthy birthday celebrations next school year — it is the latest SUSD school to join the program.
Scottsdale man Carlos Alfaro received the Civic Innovator Award from the Arizona Democracy Resilience Network and Mormon Women for Ethical Government Arizona at the 2025 Civic Champion Dinner for fostering nonpartisan policy discussions—he founded the Arizona Talks Foundation to create spaces for rational conversation that reduce political divides.
On May 28, National Hamburger Day deals took place in Arizona as fast-food chains including Burger King, Red Robin, Shake Shack and Wendy's offered free or discounted burgers with specific purchase requirements; many promotions needed activation online or through loyalty programs.
Scottsdale Business Networking Event
12-1 p.m. — Babbo Italian Eatery — $25 drop-in fee — Engage with local entrepreneurs and build meaningful connections in a supportive community.
Rock & Roll Classic Car Show
4-8 p.m. — Rock And Roll Car Show — Free entry — Experience a legendary weekly car show showcasing hundreds of classic cars and motorcycles.
Virtual Senior Living Tour
9 AM - 7 PM — Sage House - Crocus — Free entry — Explore exceptional senior living options and their culinary offerings in this informative virtual tour.
2025 One Voice Conference - AADMD
10 AM – 10 AM — The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa — Check website for pricing — Explore systemic changes in healthcare for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Foundations of Integral Sound Healing Workshop
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Shanti Sound — Starting at $669 — Explore sound healing techniques and enhance personal transformation over three immersive days.
Sweet Friends Gathering at Sweet Paris
10 AM – 12 PM — Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café — Cost of food and drinks — Indulge in delicious crepes with mimosas and cappuccinos while mingling with friends.
AI Mastermind
6-8:30 p.m. — The AI Surfer — Free entry for first-time visitors — Engage with industry leaders on how AI agents are revolutionizing business.
Tumbao Latin Fridays at Mijana Restaurant
9:45 PM - 2:00 AM — Mijana Restaurant — $10 cover — Dance the night away with DJ BEN spinning salsa, bachata, and merengue tunes alongside complimentary salsa lessons and drink specials.
Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones
11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Scottsdale Public Library - Civic Center Library — Free entry — Discover the lifestyle secrets of the world's longest-living communities with a fun film festival experience.
Father's Day Dining Experience
11 a.m.-3 p.m. — COURSE Restaurant — Reservations recommended — Celebrate Father's Day with a specially crafted menu featuring classic favorites with contemporary twists.
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