Good morning, Scottsdale.

The McDowell Sonoran Preserve Commission voted 7—0 on Oct.

16 to advise the city council not to allow Salt River feral horses in the preserve. Mayor Lisa Borowsky had announced plans to introduce up to 60 horses on 600 acres.

Salt + Lime Modern Mexican Grill is raising money for the Down syndrome charity GIGI’s Playhouse this October through its Chips for Charity program; the restaurant will donate a portion of each $5 purchase of unlimited chips and salsa at its Scottsdale, Cave Creek and Arcadia locations.

Village at Shea has added new tenants as Arbor Pediatrics opened its doors for pediatric care while Coffee Plantation is set to reopen in September after a major renovation—marking a transformation at this busy Scottsdale intersection.

YAM Properties continues to upgrade the center to meet the evolving needs of the local community.

Scottsdale-based myHausing is showcasing a 26-foot luxury tiny home on wheels at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Fall Auction to support the Arizona Housing Fund—each 200-square-foot home sold will generate a $2,500 donation and buyers who donate $25 or more will receive a $1,000 discount.

Kevin Costner will return to Arizona on Oct 25 at 6:30 p.m. for a free screening of Field of Dreams at Scottsdale Stadium — fans who attend only the screening should arrive early for first-come, first-served seating.

APDA 2025 Annual Conference & Expo

October 19th 4-12 p.m. — Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas — Early Bird $489 — Engage with industry leaders at the premier conference for portable diagnostics.

2025 NMHC Student Housing Conference

9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort — Cost varies — Connect with leaders in student housing to impact the future of the industry.

Aloft Live! Featuring Chris Yak Acoustic

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing evening with acoustic tunes and light fare at Aloft Scottsdale.

Howl-O-Ween Costume Party at W Scottsdale

5:30-8 p.m. — W Scottsdale — Valet starts at $20 — Dress your dog in a costume for a fun contest supporting #LovePup Foundation.

Scottsdale Networking Event

12-1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in donation — Build powerful connections in a vibrant entrepreneurial community.

The T-BoneZ Live at Janey’s Cave Creek

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Janey's Coffee Co. & Bodega — Free entry — Enjoy classic rock, Americana, soul, and blues under the stars.

10th Annual Italian Festival

11 AM – 5 PM — Waterfront — Free entry — Celebrate Italy's heritage with authentic cuisine, wine tastings, and lively performances.

Aloft Live! with Tyler Nielson

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a mix of classic covers from Tyler N while sipping on cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere.

Haunted W Scottsdale Masquerade

8:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — W Scottsdale — Starts at $40 — Enjoy a hauntingly good time with top DJs, prepaid drinks, and spooky decor at Scottsdale's premier Halloween party.

Sip, Savor, & Shop Festival

12-6 p.m. — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — VIP tickets available — Enjoy local bites, drinks, and shopping at Arizona's ultimate fall festival.