🌱 'Beat The Heat' With Snow + Save The 2023 'Scottsdazzle' Dates

Morning, neighbors! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Scottsdale Patch newsletter, filled with all the community news you need to know right now. Today you'll find:

• "Beat the Heat" and enjoy 10 tons of snow this Saturday!
• Save the dates for Scottsdazzle festivities.
• The Independence Hotel is requesting a "luxury" upgrade.

But first, your local weather: Expect intervals of clouds and sun, with a high of 101 and low of 82.

Here are the top stories in Scottsdale today:

1. Are you dreaming of winter weather? Cool off at "Beat the Heat" this Saturday, Aug. 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on The Quad at Scottsdale Quarter. The free event will feature "10 tons of snow, cool treats, balloon twisters, and music." There will also be yard games, free treats from Purple and Grimaldi's, and treats for sale from ICED Gourmet Shave Ice and JoJo's Shake Bar. Consider arriving at the start of the event, as the first 500 people will receive giveaway items! (Scottsdale Quarter)
2. Speaking of dreaming of winter weather, save the dates for the Scottsdazzle Holiday Extravaganza! The annual event will kick off at the Scottsdale Waterfront with a "Sing-Along & Tree Lighting Ceremony" on Nov. 25. Children will be able to "Meet Santa at the Market" on Nov. 25 and Dec. 2, 9, and 16 at the Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market. The "Scottsdazzle Stroll" will also take place on Dec. 2, 9, and 16, during which guests can enjoy the holiday lights and décor while listening to musical entertainment. There will be several other festivities throughout the month of December, so be sure to keep an eye on the Scottsdazzle website for 2023 details! (KTAR.com)
3. The Independence Hotel, which "has a contract to provide 10 rooms to the city for homeless people" via the city funds accepted from the Arizona Department of Housing, is requesting permission for renovations to become a "luxury boutique hotel." The managing partner of Oasis 33, the company that owns the property, said that the hotel "plans to honor its contract with the city" through September of next year and does not plan to start renovations "until baseball season is over." The request, which is on today's city council agenda, is "to allow for a new three-story hotel building, one story gym/café, site improvements, and renovations and expansions to existing hotel buildings" at 7330 N. Pima Road. (East Valley Tribune)

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Tomorrow in Scottsdale:

Wednesday, August 23

• Spirit of Summer Family Days Western Wednesdays: "Navajo Code" at Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West. "Join us for our final Western Wednesday as we examine the language used by the Navajo Code Talkers." (10:30 AM - 12:30 PM)
• Arabian Podcast Club at Arabian Library. "It's like a book club, but for podcast lovers!" (5:30 PM - 6:30 PM)
• Wine Journey at Sel, 7044 E. Main St. "Join our exquisite four-course wine dinner... where we will traverse four regions of Italy through a curated selection of exceptional wines." Call 480-949-6296 for more details. (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• "City of Scottsdale - Government has been recognized as a gold-level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists and we've got our eyes on platinum! Our #SPDBikeUnit teamed up with avid cyclist and Senior Transportation Planner, Greg Davies to bring you [this] SafetyTip." Video at the link! (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• Last "Tuesday, we held our summer awards and promotions ceremony at the Granite Reef Senior Center. Four employees were recognized for their promotions to new ranks. Congratulations, Cmdr. Watson, Lt. Quon, Sgt. Fielding and Sgt. Davidson!" (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• "Last month, Scottsdale Public Library introduced the Pony Express @ Granite Reef: Library Hold Lockers! This express library service allows patrons to pick up library holds in lockers at Granite Reef Senior Center 24/7... For more details and FAQ, please visit http://Scottsdalelibrary.org/services/pony-express..." (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• "Trash and recycling collection tip for Scottsdale residents: KNOW WHERE YOUR CONTAINER GOES — If you live on a residential street, place your containers on the curb line for collection... If you live on a major street, like Shea Boulevard or Hayden Road, placing your container in the road for collection would be a significant safety hazard, so your best option is to place your container at the edge of your driveway, where it meets the sidewalk, but does not block the path for pedestrians." (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• "Scottsdale paving crews will apply more than 154,000 square yards of micro seal coating to 22 segments of roadway over the next three months... Roads will be restricted, but not closed, during construction... Find out more about Scottsdale’s Pavement Preservation program: ScottsdaleAZ.gov/streets/pavement-preservation-program" (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• "CEO’s and Board members from the East Valley Chambers of Commerce (EVCCA) and East Valley mayors and staff met on Friday to discuss regional challenges affecting our business communities." (Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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— Megan Moreno

About me: Dr. Megan Moreno is a registered nurse, leader, cancer survivor, wife, and mother of two. Megan loves spending time with her husband, who is an Army combat veteran, and their children exploring the beautiful city of Scottsdale.

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