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Friday, November 7th, 2025
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Salt + Lime Modern Mexican Grill in Scottsdale is donating part of its November earnings from every $5 purchase of its unlimited chips and salsa to the Veteran Tickets Foundation, which provides event tickets to veterans and service members. Scottsdale Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Arizona grocery stores Aldi, Walmart and Target are offering budget-friendly Thanksgiving meal bundles under $40 that include turkeys, stuffing and sides—Aldi’s deal is available through Dec. 24 while Walmart and Target promote various basket options with pickup and delivery available. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ The Kimpton Miralina Resort and Villas in Paradise Valley will open on Jan. 6 and is now accepting reservations—officials say the resort will feature six pools and luxury amenities that offer a fresh desert experience. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Scottsdale’s Taco Papi was voted Top Taco 2025 by public vote, marking the growth of the restaurant from street taco sales to a full operation under founders Harsimran Sodhi and Gabriel Betancourt—who serve a menu of traditional and fusion tacos including popular quesabirria options. It now opens Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and on Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 14891 N. Northsight Blvd., Suite 119. The Arizona Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Canal Convergence 2025 opens today at the Scottsdale Waterfront and runs until Nov. 16 — it offers free admission to interactive art installations, live surprise performances and creative workshops, while one masking-tape workshop costs $26.50. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Arizona’s largest and longest-running artist studio tour, Hidden in the Hills, will run on November 21-23 and November 28-30 — featuring 164 artists at 41 studios in Cave Creek, Carefree and North Scottsdale. The free, self-guided event will offer visitors a chance to explore diverse art styles and find unique gifts — an experience expected to draw thousands this season. City Sun Times
- ➤ The 15th Anniversary of International Jazz Day and the Scottsdale Jazz Festival is set for April 11 at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale. The event will feature New Orleans icon Kermit Ruffins—Donald Harrison—Nayo Jones and five-time Grammy-nominated trumpeter Mike Rocha. Scottsdale Independent
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Valley drivers see gas prices drop to $3.32 per gallon—a 4 cent decline from last week—as fall travel lowers demand, according to AAA Arizona. Prices vary across the county with Tempe and Gilbert at $2.99, Peoria at $3.09, Glendale at $3.15, Scottsdale at $3.17, and Surprise at $3.19. Scottsdale Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ APS Supply My Class program surprised 500 Arizona teachers by awarding each a $500 prepaid gift card to cover classroom supply costs—recipients included teachers from Scottsdale Unified's Cherokee Elementary, Cochise Elementary, Cocopah Middle and Copper Ridge Elementary. The program has invested $3 million since 2018, received 10,006 applications this year and is funded by APS shareholders rather than customer rates. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Scottsdale Unified School District opened the Math and Science Academy at Mohave Middle School to expand STEM programming for younger students. The academy—offering honors-level courses, hands-on learning, and early access to high school credits—accepts students from local elementary schools and includes STEM labs and a career exploration program called Design My Future. Arizona Digital Free Press
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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.
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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.
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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.
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ZZ Top Concert
8-10 p.m. — Talking Stick Resort Hotel — 21+ only, no refunds — Enjoy legendary rock tunes in a vibrant atmosphere.
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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.
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Beam City Hair Festival
7 AM-8 PM — Royal Palace Event Venue — Free entry — Experience the artistry and creativity of top barbers and braiders at this vibrant hair festival.
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ASU Kerr Tuesday Morning Music & Tea
10:30 a.m. — ASU Kerr — Cost details not specified — Enjoy a delightful concert paired with an elegant tea service.
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Goodguys Car Show - Scottsdale
8:00-9:30 a.m. — 16601 N Pima Rd, Scottsdale, AZ — Admission varies — Celebrate the 42nd anniversary of America's Favorite Car Show with cool cars and great people in the Valley of the Sun.
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Fireside Records Live at Bar19
6-9 p.m. — Bar19 (inside Putting World) — $19/person after 6 PM — Enjoy raw acoustic storytelling and original tunes from Arizona’s Fireside Records.
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Scottsdale Comic Book Show 2025
10 AM – 4 PM — DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Paradise Valley — $23.18 — A collector-focused celebration of comics filled with nostalgia and conversation.
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