Good morning, Scottsdale.

Cave Creek nonprofit Purse Impressions, founded by Patricia Brusha in honor of her late daughter Courtney Michaels, has delivered over 7,000 gift bags to people in recovery.

The group will host a purse-stuffing event Sunday, Dec. 14 (tomorrow) at its boutique to support the ongoing mission.

NotMYkid received a $75,000 grant from BHHS Legacy Foundation on Dec.

12 to fund teen violence prevention programs that support students, parents & schools with early conflict resolution tools.

Tenants regained access to Gate 1 at Scottsdale Airport after contractors finished rehabilitating 322 feet of taxi and bypass lanes near the operations center on Friday, Dec.

12 (per a press release).

Blue Zones Project Scottsdale partnered with Waste Not, Scottsdale Food Bank and Neighborhood Outreach Access to Health to deliver 450 holiday meals to families at the Scottsdale Food Bank and NOAH Palomino Health Center on Dec.

12.

Sidewalk Surfer (opened in 1977) was named Arizona's best clothing shop by The New York Times on Dec.

12; it remains Scottsdale's only skate shop and draws loyal customers with its unique style on N. Scottsdale Road.

Aritzia opened its new boutique at Scottsdale Fashion Square on Dec.

6, offering brands including Babaton, Golden, Tna, and The Super Puff at 7014 E. Camelback Road. Shoppers can receive personalized styling advice plus explore a curated high-end collection.

Gallery Andrea is hosting its annual Christmas exhibit featuring miniature and full-size artworks, including a poinsettia collection by internationally known artist Andrea de Kerpely-Zak, at 7019 E Main St. in the Scottsdale Arts District.

Maricopa County Board of Supervisors approved zoning ordinance changes that removed 53 pages from old rules to speed housing development, and attorneys + home builders praised the update for easing costly regulations and encouraging AI infrastructure uses.

The decision was made Dec. 10.

College football experts say Michigan may pursue ASU coach Kenny Dillingham after Sherrone Moore’s firing, citing his energetic style.

Dillingham has said he will remain at his alma mater (Arizona State), a decision that could ease concerns among local football fans.

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.

Aloft Live! Featuring Eddie Unplugged

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a laid-back evening with live acoustic music and cocktails in Old Town Scottsdale.