Good morning, Scottsdale.

Trulieve supported local communities in November with a register roundup for Disabled American Veterans and a canned food drive for veterans — a campaign that showed its commitment to those who served.

In December it will help seniors with a fundraiser for United Food Bank and St. Mary’s Food Bank — collecting socks and blankets for centers in Phoenix and Tucson.

After six and a half years selling refurbished furnishings to support veterans, Got Legs Furniture & Décor will hold a closing sale through the end of the year and then shut down in early 2026—allowing founders Jim and Donna Piscopo to focus on their long-running nonprofit Bridging AZ Furniture Bank that has served Valley veterans for more than 20 years.

Scottsdale Arts is busy this December with holiday events featuring concerts by Mariachi Sol de Mexico and Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra and vibrant dance and jazz shows at local venues.

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will host Taiwanese dance company Hung Dance and Las Vegas show Rita Rudner while Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art returns its Mystery in the Museum series (The Case of the Whispering Walls) and offers a winter solstice sound bath (Glow Up @SMoCA) at sunrise.

At a Scottsdale Unified School District meeting on Nov.

18, local PR expert Jason Rose pitched a plan to convert Echo Canyon into an arts magnet school called Scottsdale Arts Academy amid ongoing enrollment declines. He donated $50K and offered $100K in PR services, while the board will decide Echo Canyon's fate at a Dec. 9 meeting.

Richard Young, 74, had a panniculectomy at HonorHealth Four Peaks Medical Center on April 16 that removed the fat apron troubling him for years and eased his discomfort.

He and his wife now travel in their RV and take iPhone photos — his surgery has given him a fresh start and renewed confidence.

HonorHealth announced it is launching the Whole Health Institute to help people stay healthy by focusing on prevention and lifestyle changes.

The program will mix care, research, education, and community work—aiming to cut chronic disease risks from poor diet, stress, and lifestyle.

Dining reporter Bahar Anooshahr presented her top picks for the best new restaurants in metro Phoenix for 2025 and a poll invites locals to vote until midnight Dec.

7th—choices are divided into Phoenix, East Valley and West Valley with an option to add other venues if not listed.

Phoenix housing market posted strong single-family home sales in October compared to national trends—year-to-date closed sales rose 3.8% with the median price reaching $480,000.

In Scottsdale, new listings increased 4.2% and closed sales went up 5.7%, showing robust activity in the region.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Live Music Featuring The Hourglass Cats

7-10 p.m. — BLVD Kitchen and Bar — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of alternative tunes in the heart of Scottsdale's vibrant Old Town.

Philosoraptors Concert

7-10 p.m. — BLVD Kitchen & Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a groovy cover band playing rock, pop, country, and funk from the 60s to today.

Mariachi Sol De Mexico De Jose Hernandez

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant sounds of maestro José Hernández and his mariachi band in a night of passionate performances.

Christmas Dinner Celebration

11am-9pm — La Fogata — $72 Adults, $36 Children — Savor a festive three-course Christmas dinner with seasonal chef-crafted dishes and delightful desserts.