I grew up in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area and I have a plethora of fond childhood memories of the McCormick Ranch Railroad Park. It really is a gem in the middle of the city. One that I frequent with my own children now. The park has two playgrounds, a train museum, two trains to ride, including […]
My Family Friendly Scottsdale
May 28, 2015 by Leave a Comment
You already know that Scottsdale is a great place to dine, enjoy nightlife, golf and live a resort lifestyle. What you may not know is that it is also extremely family friendly. I am a married thirty something with two beautiful kids and have lived in and around Scottsdale my entire life. That is why […]
Astronomy Evening in Scottsdale
April 13, 2015 by Leave a Comment
On Friday, April 17, 2015, at 7:30 PM, at Pinnacle Peak Park (map), the City of Scottsdale will be hosting a really unique event, Astronomy Evenings. Enjoy a beautiful desert evening under the stars and learn about some of the objects visible in the night sky. Registration is required. Please call 480.312.0990 to register or […]
Scottsdale Christmas Tree Collection 2015
December 28, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The City of Scottsdale will begin collecting Christmas trees curbside January 5th – 10th 2015. The city will not collect any artificial trees or trees with ornaments or lights on as well. If you want to leave your tree up for a few more days you can drop it off on January 10th at these […]
Fourth of July Events Around Scottsdale
July 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The Fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays. Not only is it the time to celebrate the independence of this great country but it is also a time for picnics, grilling, family and fireworks. While it is warm in the Valley in July there are many ways to still enjoy the celebrations and […]
San Francisco Giants 2014 Home Spring Training Schedule
February 27, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Growing up in the Scottsdale area I have a lot of great memories of sitting in the sun with my father watching spring training holding my glove just hoping for the opportunity to catch a foul ball. Spring Training truly is a great time of year in Scottsdale. There is an abundance of beautiful weather, […]
Homes for sale near Scottsdale Stadium
February 21, 2014 by 1 Comment
Scottsdale Stadium is the Spring Training home of the San Francisco Giants and is situated on the edge of Old Town Scottsdale. There is a good mix of homes near the stadium anything from an upscale modern condo to a 1960’s built red brick Hallcraft home. There are excellent schools, shopping, parks, walking/biking paths and […]
2014 Scottsdale Christmas Tree Collection
January 5, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Now is the time that the Christmas tree comes down, the holiday comes to an end and the new year begins. So, what do you do with that old tree anyway? Recycle it, of course. Scottsdale’s citywide Christmas Tree Roundup is the week of January 6-11, 2014 so have your stand, ornament and light free […]
Upcoming Scottsdale Shred events.
August 4, 2013 by 19 Comments
Update: This list has been updated with the 2018-2019 dates. Note they are not always on the first or last Saturday. The events will be on Saturdays from 7-10am at the location mentioned below. September 8th, 2018 October 6th, 2018 November 3rd, 2018 December 8th, 2018 January 5th, 2019 February 9th, 2019 March 2nd, 2019 […]
Scottsdale Library…’Where The Wild Things Are’
June 14, 2010 by Leave a Comment
I don’t know about you but the art of Maurice Sendek and the book Where the Wild Things Are bring back a flood of childhood memories, so I am very excited that this exhibit is going to be free and so close to home. The Scottsdale Civic Center Library is hosting the “Where the Wild […]