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Scottsdale teen Jordan Sucato is working with Sen. John Kavanagh—who is from Fountain Hills—to propose two animal rights bills in next year’s legislative session.

She first decided to fight animal cosmetic testing at age 12.

Black Rock Coffee Bar, a Scottsdale drive-thru chain, debuted on Nasdaq on Friday and raised over $294 million in its IPO—pushing its valuation above $1 billion as shares climbed from an initial $20 pricing.

Scottsdale Arts will host its annual Canal Convergence from Nov.

7 to 16 with interactive, light-based artworks that fuse public art and performance in a SHOWTIME theme. The event features installations such as Big Art’s BIG TV and Amigo’s Octopoda—an octopus sculpture that transforms sound into light shows for visitors.

Scottsdale’s Museum of the West—partnering with True West Magazine—is hosting The Resurrection of Billy the Kid exhibit from Oct.

4 through Dec. 31, where 20 paintings and two sculptures by Bob Boze Bell, Thom Ross and Buckeye Blake are on display. Guests can also join the Billy the Kid Film Series featuring films at 2 p.m. from Oct. 10 through Dec. 14 at 3830 N. Marshall Way.

Scottsdale Recovery Center is offering fall training sessions in CPR, first aid, AED use and Narcan administration to help residents act in an emergency.

The monthly sessions—beginning Sept. 18 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its north Scottsdale location—cost $100 per person with group discounts available.

The Arizona Republic released its Super 25 high school football rankings for Sept.15, 2025—listing teams from Chandler Basha to Waddell Canyon View—and invited readers to vote for the top team in a poll that closes at 5 p.m. Sept.18.

Aloft Live! Featuring Cygnill

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live acoustic music with a blend of reggae, pop, rock, and country hits.

Rancho Solano Preparatory School Open House

6-7:30 p.m. — Rancho Solano Preparatory School — RSVP required — Explore the high school program and discover diverse course offerings including IB diploma options.

Arizona Restaurant Week

11 AM – 11 PM — The Quad — Pricing varies by restaurant — Elevate your dining experience with a diverse range of specials from local eateries.

Get The Led Out - A Tribute to Led Zeppelin

8-10 p.m. — Showroom at Talking Stick Resort — Ticket prices vary — Experience a passionate tribute to the legendary rock music of Led Zeppelin.

Aloft Live! Featuring Joannah Zamora

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — No cover charge — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while listening to live alternative music.

Scottsdale Networking Event

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

Scottsdale Oktoberfest 2025

4-11 p.m. — The Hot Chick — Ticket required — Celebrate Oktoberfest with beer, food, and live music at an unforgettable bar crawl experience.

Chopin and Beyond - Executive Piano

2-3:30 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Check event page for cost — Experience the exciting launch of the Executive Piano Series with a bold celebration of European piano.

Arizona Stronghold Wine Dinner

6-11:59 p.m. — Citizen Public House — $150 per person — Experience a culinary evening with chef-crafted dishes paired with wines from Arizona Stronghold Vineyard.

Aloft Live! Music with Kyle Kovalchick

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a laid-back evening with cocktails and live music in Old Town Scottsdale.