Good morning, Scottsdale.

SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 rocket to deploy 24 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Monday, July 20 at 7 a.m. PT.

Though its southward path may limit views in local areas (Arizona residents can watch a live webcast), checking updates is advised.

A 3-year-old boy was pulled from a Scottsdale pool in critical condition Saturday afternoon at a home near 124th Street and Via Linda — fire crews arrived at 2:44 p.m. and began CPR before taking him to a nearby hospital.

The two-story Parking Corral at First Street and Brown Avenue closed for construction last June, and local restaurants saw sales drop 22%.

City Council approved the new multi-level garage (with 185 stalls) set to open spring 2027, leaving business owners split on its impact.

The FDA traced a cyclospora outbreak linked to Taco Bell lettuce to Taylor Farms de Mexico, but Arizona state health officials confirmed only 19 cases that were not classified as an outbreak.

Affected iceberg lettuce and mixes were recalled (best-if-used-by dates through Aug. 3).

Scottsdale Galleria (once a struggling shopping center) is now a thriving office complex that helped spark a local tech hub.

The transformation boosts downtown energy and supports new business growth in the community.

Stanley Serrano Live at Tempo Urban Bistro

6-10 p.m. — Tempo Urban Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Stanley Serrano's unique sound.

Weekly Duplicate Bridge Games

12:30 – 4:30 PM — Granite Reef Senior Center — Registration Required — Join fellow bridge enthusiasts for a fun and strategic afternoon of sanctioned duplicate bridge.

Watercolorist Workshop for Experienced Artists

Weekly sessions — Via Linda Senior Center — Bring your own supplies — Explore new techniques and connect with fellow creatives in a supportive environment.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus

11 a.m. — Footprint Center — Tickets required — Experience a spectacular circus featuring thrilling acrobatics and lively music.

Sound Bath & Meditation

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Via Linda Senior Center — Relaxation experience — Escape daily noise with soothing sounds of Singing Bowls in a tranquil setting.

Zander's Solo Performance at Stillery Happy Valley

5-9 p.m. — The Stillery — Free entry — Experience a fusion of Country, Folk, and Americana music with Prescott-based singer-songwriter Zander.

2026 ASPC Congress on CVD Prevention

Jul 31 - Aug 2 — The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort — Registration opens June 30 — Engage with leading experts in preventive cardiology and cardiovascular disease prevention.

World Hip Hop Dance Championship 2026 Finals

6-8 p.m. — Mullett Arena — Tickets required — Witness the world’s top crews battle for supremacy on the grand stage of hip hop dance.

Live Music Sunday Featuring Cygnill

4-7 p.m. — Wayward — No cover charge — Enjoy an acoustic blend of reggae, pop, rock, and jazz while savoring international cuisine in a cozy venue.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire

1:30-3:30 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Tickets available — Experience your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks come to life in a thrilling live performance.