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Scottsdale Update – March 10, 2025

HEADLINE NEWS

Scottsdale Fire hosting a wildfire mitigation discussion in DC Ranch. As wildfire season approaches, the Scottsdale Fire Department is ramping up its efforts to educate the community about mitigation steps people can take to reduce the risks.

Scottsdale residents are invited to a community town hall at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 19, where the department's wildfire experts will lead a discussion on a topic that is more top of mind than ever in the wake of catastrophic fires in California and other parts of the country.

  • 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 19, at The Homestead at DC Ranch, 18600 N. 98th St.

At the town hall discussion, participants will learn about the department’s response and prevention strategies, city policies in Natural Area Open Space areas, and ways homeowners' associations and residents can work to mitigate risks and enhance wildfire resilience.

Learn more.

A new “Disability Advocate” award opportunity is part of the Mayor’s Ability Awards. Scottsdale students are invited to apply for the awards, through which scholarships are awarded to college- and trade-school bound students with physical or neuro diversities. The deadline for nominations is March 28.

The scholarship recognizes students who have shown exceptional resilience in overcoming challenges and who demonstrate a strong commitment to furthering their education. The program is led by Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky’s office and sponsored through a partnership with the Gila River Indian Community. 

Learn more.

PUBLIC MEETINGS

Get a head start learning about city issues, projects and activities by attending or listening in on the many public meetings we host.

Week of March 10:

Week of March 17 – Check back next week for the full list:

Learn about the responsibilities of city Boards and Commissions and how you can serve.

Find more public meetings.

THINGS TO DO

Play ball! Spring training is happening at Scottsdale Stadium. Catch the San Francisco Giants in Cactus League action before beginning their regular season. Scottsdale Stadium is the spring training home of the San Francisco Giants and offers a game experience like no other. 

For spring training tickets, visit MLB.com/SpringTraining.

Catch a free ride to Scottsdale Stadium. The Scottsdale Trolley is offering a free hop-on, hop-off service during all Giants home games, making it a breeze to get to and from the ballpark.

The trolley service begins 1.5 hours before first pitch and runs until 30 minutes after the final inning, with trolleys arriving at designated stops every 20 minutes. Convenient stops are located near key parking garages in Old Town Scottsdale.

View the trolley map (PDF).

Get complete information about spring training in Scottsdale at ScottsdaleAZ.gov, search “spring training.”

Big things are happening for small ones at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park’s “Exclusively Little.” This is the perfect one-stop-shop for families to find information about summer camps, school and education options, youth sports, city recreation programs and more. There also will be plenty of activities for the park’s youngest friends.

  • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, March 15, at 7301 E. Indian Bend Road
  • Free admission

Learn more.

Celebrate students’ visual and performing arts at The Scottsdale Family ArtsFest. This free two-day festival of creativity will include performances, interactive demonstrations and local food truck culinary delights. The event runs 5-9 p.m. Friday, March 21, and resumes 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, March 22, at Skysong, 1201-1475 N. Scottsdale Road.

Library Creatives: Mapping + Drawing + Dreaming. Participants will create customized maps using various drawing materials detailing their real and imagined favorite places, daily journeys, and life histories!

  • 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 13, at Scottsdale Civic Center Library
  • Tickets are free

Batter Up: Cactus League. Brett Moore performs amazing and totally unnecessary feats of baseball memory in a show full of news stories, games, laughs and nostalgia. All events take place at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts on the following dates:

  • 7 p.m. Thursday, March 13
  • 7 p.m. Friday, March 14
  • 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, March 15
  • 2 and 7 p.m. Sunday, March 16
  • Tickets start at $26.50

An Evening with Isaac Mizrahi. Known for his flair in both the fashion and entertainment industries, Isaac Mizrahi's cabaret blends storytelling, humor and music, creating an engaging and intimate atmosphere for his audience.

  • 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 13, at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
  • Tickets are $65

Celebrity Wine & Spirits. Celebrity Wine & Spirits presents an adventure of the palate, featuring a rare collection of famously named wines, spirits and beers at the Scottsdale Civic Center.

Sun & Sounds: Bailey Zick’s Country Club Band and Tatiana Crespo y Las Chispas. Music by multi-instrumentalist Bailey Zick and Costa Rican singer-songwriter Tatiana Crespo highlight this free outdoor concert at Scottsdale Civic Center in a laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere with unique artist vendors and cold drinks at the bar.

A Conversation with Amy Sedaris. Amy Sedaris is a prolific actress, author, comedian and rabbit educator, known for her Emmy-nominated comedy series, “At Home with Amy Sedaris.” This evening conversation will be moderated by Marshall Shore, Arizona’s Hip Historian.

Ongoing:

Get more events information.

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

Veterans AZ explores the HonorHealth Military Partnership Program. The latest episode of Veterans AZ takes us behind the scenes of an innovative training program that helps medical providers in uniform prepare for active-duty military service. Since it began in 2004, HonorHealth's Military Partnership Program has trained more than 3,500 soldiers and airmen in trauma and deployment skills - critical abilities that help save lives.

Join this conversation with Roxanne Flynn and Donna Tew from HonorHealth to learn more about the ways the Military Partnership Program supports the men and women in uniform, and also first responders right here in Arizona. Watch the episode on the city’s YouTube channel or listen in your favorite podcast app.

Learn more about the HonorHealth Military Partnership program at https://www.honorhealth.com/company/military-partnership.

Financial crime workshop. Sgt. Joel Lewis of the Scottsdale Police Department’s Financial Crimes Unit will speak about what the Financial Crimes Unit does, fraud awareness and current crime trends, and tips to avoid becoming a victim of fraud. There will be a Q&A session following the presentation.

  • 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 11, at the Via Linda Senior Center, 10440 E. Via Linda

FYI

Participate in the Bike Month Challenge and take the Bike Month Pledge. April is Celebrate Bike Month and Valley Metro is recognizing the occasion with the Bike Month Challenge and Pledge. Visit Valley Metro’s website to register for the challenge (available through March 31).

Closer to home, Scottsdale will host its annual Cycle the Arts bike tour of the city’s public art collection on Sunday, April 6 (registration is available online). On April 16, bike commuters are invited to visit pit stops throughout the city as part of this year’s Bike to Work Day celebration. Event attendees will receive commemorative Bike Month t-shirts and stickers (while supplies last).

Job of the Week: Court Clerk. The court clerk performs a variety of clerical duties that contribute to the efficient operation of the Scottsdale City Court, processing case information, docketing, and maintaining accurate case files. This position is an opportunity to support the operations of the court, interact with the public, and gain hands-on experience in various aspects of court administration.

City employees enjoy competitive benefits while working in a supportive, high-performance organization focused on delivering on our mission - Simply Better Service for a World-Class Community. Learn more and apply.

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