Friday, May 30th, 2025
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale artist Wendy Trattner opened her new art studio and gallery in Old Town Scottsdale where she shows her paintings that mix emotion and physics. She left an engineering job at MIT to pursue art and now invites visitors to explore her creative process—marking a fresh chapter in the local arts scene. Arizona Digital Free Press
- ➤ Scottsdale’s 4th of July Celebration at WestWorld, 16601 N. Pima Road will feature fireworks, a Kids Corner with summer games and a history walking tour starting in 1885, a bull riding rodeo and a slider eating championship that opens with a presentation of colors. Tickets cost $50 for adult indoor backyard barbecue, $30 for children aged 6-10, $25 for indoor access and $20 for Fireworks Only + doors open at 5 p.m. as the fireworks show starts at 9 p.m. Scottsdale Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale student Tristian Russell earned dean’s list honors for the Spring term at Trine University and is pursuing a bachelor’s in criminal justice. The school required 12 credit hours and a GPA between 3.5 and 3.749 to qualify (criteria that highlight his academic progress). Scottsdale Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale City Councilman Barry Graham said our roads have become deplorable after deteriorating three to four years following repair work using substandard materials — prompting calls for improved paving practices. Scottsdale Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale Fashion Square will partner with the American Red Cross to host a Community Blood Drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, June 9 to help boost local blood supplies. Scottsdale Independent
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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LEGO Spike Prime Robotics & Digital Filmmaking Camp
Full day or half day sessions — Phoenix Coding Academy — Costs vary — Explore robotics with LEGO and learn filmmaking skills in a fun environment.
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