This great city we call home turns 70 this month! I love learning about the history of where I live. That's why I called on my friend, Ben Cruz. My local historian who knows so much about Scottsdale. I'm also excited to check in with Darren Tackett of Re/Max fine properties. We talk Suns, the market and summertime fun.

I love a good family story and this dynamic father/son duo is a great story of admiration, love and support for one another. Meet the Dr. Divito's dentist team. They are more than coworkers, they really are a family based business. 

Private Dinner & Movie with friends/family
https://marcellinoristorante.com/news-events/dinner-and-a-movie/
Every Wednesday night, through August,  you and your friends can get a private movie and dinner at Marcellino Italian Restaurant in Old Town. You have a list of 5 movies to choose from while served delicious Italian food. Call Bettina for reservations at 480-990-9500. My mouth is watering just looking at this menu

 Scottsdale’s 70th Anniversary Legacy Quest
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/scottsdale-70th-anniversary-legacy-quest-tickets-156024608805
Happy 70th Birthday, Scottsdale! Celebrate this GREAT city with this family-friendly celebration of Scottsdale’s incorporation as a city. Friday, June 25 from 630-830pm guests will participate in an adventurous expedition gathering facts about Scottsdale’s history along the way. And if you're a history lover, there's a special trail just for you to uncover even juicier bits of Scottsdale history. Register at the link provided on our website or the description of this episode on your favorite podcast app. Check in at the Little Red Schoolhouse Scottsdale Historical Museum

Summer Fridays at Scottsdale Quarter
Spend your Friday mornings having fun under the sun and splashing around in The Quad! They have a DJ, snow cones by Tropical Sno, and some fun water toys out by the splash pad every Friday morning at 10 a.m. The first 100 kids will also get free toys to take home! This week’s theme is Pirates of the Quarter.

The Saguaro cactus is probably the most famous thing when it comes to desert life. But the desert beauty really is endless. This week, Alicia speaks to Dir. of Horticulture at the Desert Botanical Garden, Tina Wilson. Tina and Alicia talk about ways to save this place we call home and their favorite cacti.

Calendar of Events

Flashlight Nights @ Desert Botanical Garden
https://dbg.org/events/flashlight-nights-2021/2021-06-05/
Flashlight Nights are nighttime self-guided adventures through Desert Botanical Garden. Nocturnal explorers can bring their own flashlights to shine along the trails to capture the night-blooming plants and animals that appear in the desert after dark. Each evening of Flashlight Nights includes socially-distanced activities for all ages. New this year with this event is the addition of a farmer’s market! See some beauty and stock up your pantry. 

Juneteenth Celebration at McCormick-Stillman Railroad
https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/event/juneteenth-freedom-festival/366866/
The City of Scottsdale is hosting this FREE event at the McCormick-Stillman Railroad on saturday June 19 from 2-7pm. Enjoy food, live music, raffles, vendors, and plenty of entertainment.

 Scottsdale Summer Solstice
Sunday, June 20 from 11am-1pm @ Solstice Park (previously Soleri Plaza) | 4420 N Scottsdale Rd. Join the celebration as the city of Scottsdale welcomes summer at Solstice Park. Enjoy free snow cones, live music, wandering jugglers and magicians! Plenty of shade, misters, and water available as guests watch the sunshine through the Soleri pylons to usher in the summer solstice and dedicate Scottsdale's newest park. Attendance is free.

We live in an active community where hiking, biking and working out are everyday activities. Add in our beautiful desert scenery and next thing we know, our skin is dry, dehydrated and thirsty for some extra nourishment. That's where Josh Norris and Regenerate IV Therapy come to the rescue. Alicia talks to us about her own experience with them and we could all use an IV today. 

Calendar of Events

Don't forget to check out Macaroni Kid for more events happening this month.
https://nscottsdale.macaronikid.com/

Roadhouse Cinema Live Music on the Patio: Friday’s and Saturday’s from 7-10pm

https://nscottsdale.macaronikid.com/events/60a3648e8309425b047314f5/-live-music-on-the-patio 

Summer Friday’s on the Quarter: From June 4th until August 20th, we’ll have a DJ, snow cones by Tropical Sno, and some fun water toys out by the splash pad every Friday morning at 10 a.m. The first 100 kids will also get free toys to take home!

https://nscottsdale.macaronikid.com/events/60a3554f54668a475af77c5f/--summer-fridays-at-the-quarter

Summer Sweat Series: Free outdoor fitness classes in The Quad all Summer long! These classes will be held every Saturday and Sunday at 8 a.m. from June 5th until August 22nd.

https://nscottsdale.macaronikid.com/events/60a3533483625c470a23b463/%EF%B8%8F-summer-sweat-series-at-the-quarter 

APEX Grand Opening: June 5th from 1-4pm Families are invited to stop by the open house event, see the new APEX Sports Camps facility, meet the staffs shoot some baskets, and have lots of fun. 

https://nscottsdale.macaronikid.com/events/60a3685027572b63727de98f/-apex-summer-camps-grand-opening

Cruise the Zoo at The Phoenix Zoo: Escape the AZ heat and still view amazing animals from the comfort of your vehicle at the Phoenix Zoo Cruise the Zoo event. Held each Sunday, Monday and Tuesday throughout June, July and August. Drive your vehicle through the Zoo past cheetahs, rhinos, lions, orangutans, elephants and more from 7am - noon. Advanced registration

https://nscottsdale.macaronikid.com/events/6047ea4dc138783316080b50/-🦒-cruise-the-zoo

Scottsdale 4h of July Celebration at WestWorld of Scottsdale: 8th Annual 4th of July fireworks and family fun from 5-9:30pm. Tickets on Sale now!

https://nscottsdale.macaronikid.com/events/60a3734bddeaf254b545d275/-subaru-presents-scottsdale-4th-of-july-celebration

Resources

1. Dr. Rob DiVito: Arizona Center for Laser Dentistry
   https://drdivito.com/
   
   
2. Jeremy Mueller: State Farm Insurance
   https://www.jeremymueller.com/
   
   
3. Darren Tackett: Re/Max Fine Properties
   https://www.rtthomegroup.com/
   
   

Shawn Shackelton : Shackleton Group
https://www.theshackeltongroup.com/

As we wrap up Mental Health Awareness month, we dedicate this week's episode to all those who suffer. You are not alone and there are plenty of ways out there to get help. This week Alicia talks to Iraq Veteran Matthew MacLeod about his PTSD and mental health struggles. We all should lend out a hand to our neighbors in time of need. That's what makes this community so amazing. 

Calendar of Events

Summer Fun has begun! Here are some fun things to do this week…

Starlight Movie Nights at Scottsdale Stadium
https://oldtownscottsdaleaz.com/junedays/starlight-movie-night/

Friday June 4 Field of Dreams

Saturday June 5 Ferris Buelle’rs Day off  

Doors open at 7pm with the  movie starting at 8pm. No outside food/beverages allowed. Tickets are $25 a spot, which holds up to 4 people. Find the link to buy tickets at Old Town Scottsdale AZ dot com under June Days

Get your stretch on at Sunrise Barre
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunrise-barre-tickets-153574813401

Saturday June 5 7-8am on Marshall Way Bridge. Tickets are $10 and can be found on the link listed in the description of this episode. Beautiful way to start your morning and before it gets too hot!

Sky Zone for little leapers

Resorts are a big part of the Scottsdale lifestyle. It's what attracts patrons from all over the country. One of the most popular ones being the Fairmont Princess, in North Scottsdale. Alicia speaks with Fairmont GM Jack Miller on how he re-crowned the Princess and grew it to what she is today. We also dive into his tenure in the hotel business and why he calls Scottsdale home. Jeremy Mueller is at the table bringing out all the laughs when it comes to his good friend, Jack Miller.

Calendar of Events

Fairmont Princess
https://www.scottsdaleprincess.com/summer-at-the-princess
Reach for the stars with days filled with action-packed space-themed activities, and watch in awe as an entire new universe opens up at night brimming with alien encounters and rocket-fueled fun!

Old Town Thursday Art Walk
https://scottsdalegalleries.com/about/scottsdale-artwalk/

My family and I had a great time doing this a couple weeks ago. The Vibe is great. The views are even better. We are surrounded by so much talent that it’s magical to go walk around it all.

LAST weekend for Old Town Farmers Market
https://arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com/old-town-scottsdale

It’s the last weekend to go support our local Farmers. Located on 2d street between Brown and Scottsdale Road. Go check it out! Bring your appetite because there are too many delicious choices to only choose one. 

Resources

1. Dr. Rob DiVito: Arizona Center for Laser Dentistry
   https://drdivito.com/
   
   
2. Jeremy Mueller: State Farm Insurance
   https://www.jeremymueller.com/
   
   
3. Darren Tackett: Re/Max Fine Properties
   https://www.rtthomegroup.com/
   
   

Shawn Shackelton : Shackleton Group
https://www.theshackeltongroup.com/

As a mom of two, Alicia is always looking for fun things to do with the kids. The infamous "I'm bored" is enough for any parent to get annoyed. That's why we should all rely on Veronica Leon of Macaroni Kid. Thanks to her, there's no more work in the guessing game of "what to do." Veronica joins Alicia at the table to talk all things family fun in Scottsdale.

The wild west is back in town as the Arizona Black Rodeo heads to Westworld, this weekend. From cattle roping to bull riding, it's sure to be a fun family event for all of us. Rodeo producer Cloves Campbell tells Alicia why this event is so important as well some stories on Mike Tyson's experience with the Arizona Black Rodeo. Trust us, you don't want to miss this hilarious story. 

Arizona Black Rodeo

https://azblackrodeo.wixsite.com/azbr/home
Go check out some real life cowboys and cowgirls. Kids events are Friday, May 14 from 1030-1230pm. 

Sunset yoga at Scottsdale Fashion Square
https://www.fashionsquare.com/Events/Details/557328

Every Wednesday through the month of May get your yoga they turn the top deck of the Purple Parking Garage (next to Dillards and Toca Madera) into a beautiful outdoor yoga studio with a synthetic grass surface.  You also get special deals and discounts on purchases for attending. RSVP on their website.

Old Town Farmers Market
https://arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com/old-town-scottsdale

Only a few weeks left to check it out. Each Saturday from 8am-1pm you can find dozens of local vendors. Everything from fresh produce to arts and crafts. It’s a great place to eat, bring the family and support our neighbors! Parking is located on 2nd st between Brown and Scottsdale road

1. Dr. Rob DiVito: Arizona Center for Laser Dentistry
   https://drdivito.com/
   
   
2. Jeremy Mueller: State Farm Insurance
   https://www.jeremymueller.com/
   
   
3. Darren Tackett: Re/Max Fine Properties
   https://www.rtthomegroup.com/
   
   

      4.Shawn Shackelton: Shackleton Group
https://www.theshackeltongroup.com/

Your host Alicia Haygood is ready to Vibe with all you amazing Scottsdale residents. Alicia sits down with favorite trio of men to talk all things Scottsdale. Why they love living here. Their favorite places to go. And what is their favorite Scottsdale VIbe. Here we go!

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