Good morning, Scottsdale.

The Saguaros organization announced its 2025 board with Tad Crother as president, Austin Singer as treasurer, Braydon Dennis as foundation president, Clayton Wolfe as Olympiad chairman, Cody Yount as vice president of membership, Jack York as vice president of events, Kael Cheatham as tax credit chairman, Mike Bosco as life member liaison, Nick Hamati as secretary, Sean Caldwell as vice president of marketing, Simon Assaf as NiteFlite chairman, Tyler Carlisle as charities chairman, and Ben Frelka as technology chairman. The board will expand the NiteFlite fundraiser — increasing donations through the Arizona State Tax Credit program — as it builds on a June grant of more than $750,000 to 29 Arizona children’s charities.

Animal shelters in the Valley have 20 adoptable pets—cats and dogs from Maricopa County Animal Care and Control, Arizona Humane Society, Arizona Small Dog Rescue, Arizona Animal Welfare League, and HALO Animal Rescue are waiting for new homes.

Desert Hills Community School of Music in Scottsdale has hired three new string instructors as cello instructor Gregory Hamilton becomes the administrative director while violinist/violist Brielle Beus and violist Kate Hamilton join the faculty—each bringing strong experience in performance and teaching. This change strengthens the school’s commitment to quality music education.

WalletHub ranked 182 U.S. cities by work, money, family, and safety stress and found Tucson was the most stressed in Arizona while Scottsdale ranked as the third least stressed overall but had high work stress (fourth in the nation).

The study used 39 factors from sources like the U.S. Census and CDC to compare stress levels (including results from Glendale, Phoenix, and Gilbert).

Sweet Home Alabama Tribute Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Casino Arizona — Tickets starting at $92 — Experience an unforgettable tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd and Southern rock.

Engineering for Kids: eSport Gamer - Super Smash Bros. Edition

All week — Octane Raceway — Prices vary — Engage in eSports strategy building while battling it out in Super Smash Bros. on the Nintendo Switch.

Aloft Live! Featuring Casey Ryan

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while listening to live music in a laid-back environment.

Scottsdale Arizona Networking Event

12-1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Connect with entrepreneurs and enhance your business growth in a heart-centered community.

Aloft Live! with James Mills

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while soaking in live music from James Mills of People Who Could Fly.

Scottsdale Networking Event

12:00–1:00 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Build connections and enhance your business in a supportive community atmosphere.

Scottsdale Health and Wellness Expo

10 a.m.–3 p.m. — Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas — Admission details not specified — Explore diverse health and wellness activities and services at this engaging event.

Book Release Celebration with Lisa Gardner

6:30-8:00 p.m. — The Poisoned Pen Bookstore — Free entry — Isabella celebrates the release of Lisa Gardner’s new book, KISS HER GOODBYE.

Aloft Live: Music by Mike Spero

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while listening to live music in a vibrant atmosphere.

Scottsdale Arizona Networking Event

12-1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in fee — Forge powerful connections and grow your business in a heart-centered community.