For more than six decades, the Phoenix Heart Ball has brought our community together to raise critical funds and awareness for the American Heart Association — an organization that's been fighting heart disease and stroke for over 100 years.

This year marks the 66th Annual Phoenix Heart Ball, happening November 22, 2025, and it's a celebration of generosity, research, and the people whose dedication keeps every heart beating stronger.

Joining me today are Sue Carter and Caroline Conner, both serving as Vice Chairs for this year's Heart Ball. Sue and Caroline are deeply connected to this cause — each with personal family experiences that inspire their passion for advancing heart health — and they're here to share what makes this year's event so meaningful.

Calendar of Events

Scottsdazzle's Tinsel Trail

Scottsdale is adding even more sparkle to the holidays with its first-ever Tinsel Trail, part of this year's Scottsdazzle celebration.

Local artists will transform Old Town storefronts into festive works of art from November 14th - 24th

creating a self-guided holiday window tour for everyone to enjoy from November 29- December 31st

Visitors can stroll the trail, meet the artists through an online map, and even vote for their favorite display.

Visit https://scottsdazzle.com/ for more.

Holiday Lights 2025

At McCormick Stillman Railroad Park in Scottsdale

November 28 - December 30

The park transforms into a sparkling winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights and festive displays. Hop on the Charros Carousel, soak up the holiday magic, and warm up with a cozy cup of hot cocoa from Hartley's General Store.

https://www.therailroadpark.com/event/holiday-lights/

Vineyards in the Valley

Saturday, December 6th at the Charro Lodge in Scottsdale Stadium.

The event features wines from over 70 ultra-premium, highly allocated wineries from Sonoma and Napa Regions, curated gourmet food pairings, entertainment, and a charity auction — all in support of life-saving health services for women and children in southern Haiti.

VineyardsInTheValley.org.