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Thursday, November 27th, 2025
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At the Granite Reef Scottsdale Senior Center, boxes, bags, and baked goods are ready for the Adopt-a-Senior Program as it meets record need—care packages will support 400 seniors compared to the usual 330 due to rising costs. Qualifying seniors can still sign up for Christmas packages if they missed Thanksgiving care—donations are also welcome to help offset increasing expenses. ABC15 Arizona
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Arizonans are urged to support local small businesses on Small Business Saturday, which will be held on Nov. 29th — many shops and restaurants offer special deals and online ordering for family shopping. The celebration, founded in 2010, drives community growth and encourages residents to invest locally during the holiday season. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Estelle, a new bar and dining destination spread over two floors, opened at 4439 N. Saddlebag Trail in Old Town Scottsdale. The 5800 square feet venue can host 400 guests and offers a mix of Mediterranean and Mexican flavors, golden hour specials and new moon nighttime events—designed to give guests an inviting daytime atmosphere and a warm rooftop escape at night. Scottsdale Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale ensemble SoSco Duo, led by Alex Mack & Laura Strickland, will perform two free concerts to kick off the holiday season. They have performed for over a decade at weddings, private events and memorials while sharing contemporary, classical and Celtic music with local audiences. Scottsdale Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale Fashion Square partnered with the American Red Cross for a holiday blood drive on Nov. 26 that ran from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at a Bloodmobile in the south parking lot near Capital One Cafe—another drive will run on Dec. 29 at the same time and location with donors receiving a gift card for a complimentary drink. Donors of all blood types were welcome on Nov. 26 and will be welcome on Dec. 29. Scottsdale Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arizona State jumped from No.25 to No.20 after beating Colorado 42-17 while Arizona entered the Top 25 with a 41-17 win over Baylor—both teams will face each other Friday in Tempe for the Territorial Cup game. Scottsdale Independent
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Briar Patch Marketplace Holiday Extravaganza
9 AM – 4 PM — Horizon High School — $5 admission, kids under 16 free — Celebrate the holidays with unique gifts from local artisans and delicious food at this family tradition.
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Scottsdazzle Holiday Extravaganza
Festive Celebration — Nov 29 – Dec 21 — The Store @ Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts — Free entry — Experience the magic of the holiday season with a tree lighting and live jazz.
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Oy to the World - A Hanukkah Musical Revue
7:30-10:30 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Tickets required — Celebrate Hanukkah with a joyful revue of music, stories, and humor reflecting Jewish culture.
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Geriatric Medicine Conference
Tuesday, Dec 2nd — DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Paradise Valley — $855-$1,145 based on membership type — Enhance geriatric care through expert-led workshops and sessions over four days.
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Phat Cat Swinger Holiday Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Highlands Church — Tickets available — Experience a captivating holiday show with beloved Christmas classics and original arrangements.
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Chad Rubin Live Performance
8 PM - 12 AM — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Experience an electrifying live performance by Scottsdale's own Chad Rubin alongside his talented band.
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AZ Brunch Fest
10 AM – 2 PM — Scottsdale Stadium — Entry cost not listed — Celebrate Arizona's favorite meal with mouthwatering bites from the best brunch spots in Phoenix.
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Santa's Workshop at The Promenade Scottsdale
5-7 p.m. — The Promenade Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a festive evening with crafts, train rides, and photos with Santa in a magical holiday atmosphere.
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Led Zepagain - Led Zeppelin Tribute
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Casino Arizona — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic sounds of Led Zeppelin performed live by the tribute band Led Zepagain.
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Live Music with Bill Miles at Aloft Scottsdale
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a laid-back evening with a one-man band covering over 150 feel-good songs from the '60s to '90s.
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