Good morning, Scottsdale.

Twenty pets are now available for adoption from several local shelters—shelters like Maricopa County Animal Care and Control and Scottsdale’s Everyday Adoption Center are featuring adoptable cats and dogs seeking safe, forever homes.

The Maricopa County Home and Garden Show was honored with the Public Awareness Award by the Arizona State Floral Association—its floral display at WestWorld of Scottsdale featured local vendors and educational sessions that impressed attendees.

Event coordinator Brianna Sparks said the recognition underscores the show’s role in promoting community beauty and interaction.

Desert Hills Presbyterian Church in Scottsdale will host a free lunchtime concert on Nov.

21 at noon with The Fountain Hills Saxophone Quartet performing food-themed tunes in the Sanctuary instead of the usual Fellowship Hall — a free-will offering will benefit the School of Music.

Upscale Singers will present 'Christmas Memories in Song!' at Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center in Scottsdale at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec.

13 and at 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, with tickets at $30 for adults and $10 for youths. The concert will blend festive and reflective songs that recall cherished holiday memories—inviting local audiences to join in a unique celebration of the season.

Scottsdale Unified School District earned an A rating on Spring 2025 state assessments for English Language Arts and Mathematics—22 of its 30 schools achieved an A, ranking the district first statewide for serving over 10,000 students.

Superintendent Dr. Menzel credited the strong performance to dedicated staff, students, and community support.

Arizona launched the Turquoise Alert to help locate missing persons when other alerts do not meet all the criteria and nearly 300 people have been reported missing since its launch.

State officials say the measure follows the law strictly + experts question if it adequately protects vulnerable groups, including Indigenous youth.

The Scottsdale Airport will host a public workshop to discuss its master plan, which guides future development and keeps air travel safe.

The open house will run from 5 p.m.—6:30 p.m. on November 13 at Signature Aviation Private Hangars on N. Airport Drive, where staff will take questions and gather local input.

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.

2025 NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race

12-4 a.m. — Phoenix Raceway — Check event for ticket costs — Experience the thrilling finale of the NASCAR Cup Series with live streams and more.

TechServe Alliance Executive Summit

Nov 4-6 — Fairmont Scottsdale Princess — Costs vary — Explore key trends and insights in the technology staffing and solutions industry.

Live Music with Mike Goodrick at Aloft Scottsdale

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy dynamic acoustic tunes in a laid-back bar atmosphere with cocktails and light fare.

Scottsdale Networking Event

12-1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in fee for guests — Build powerful connections and elevate your business in a supportive community.

Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships

10 AM – 6 PM — Monterra at WestWorld — Ticketed event — The nation’s most attended polo event mixes world-class sport with luxury, entertainment, and style.

AIM at Melanoma Walk

8 AM – 12 PM — Eldorado Park Basketball Court — Free entry — Participate in a community walk to raise awareness for melanoma prevention and research.

Aloft Live! Featuring Jessica Maeve

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy award-winning ukulele artist Jessica Maeve in a relaxed bar setting with cocktails and light fare.

ZZ Top Concert

8-10 p.m. — Talking Stick Resort Hotel — 21+ only, no refunds — Enjoy legendary rock tunes in a vibrant atmosphere.

I Love The 90s Tour

7-10 p.m. — Talking Stick Resort Pool — Tickets available — Relive the nostalgia of the 90s with an electrifying concert experience.