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Come celebrate with us for our ribbon cutting & dedication of our new school!
WHEN: Saturday, October 23rd, 2021 TIME: 1 pm to 4 pm WHERE: Il Palazzo at Arrowhead Ranch 5940 W. Union Hills Drive Glendale, AZ 85308 • Tour the facility and see fi rsthand what makes DrivingMBA the leader in driver education. • Take a turn on our Defensive Driving Simulator in our mobile unit. • Plus visit other vendors that focus on Driver Safety & Services and some delicious food too.
Contact Mary for more info: 480.948.1648
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October 24 Trick Or Treat Family Fun Run Helps Local Children in Need
Childhelp, a nonprofit organization advocating for abused and neglected children, is giving residents the chance to get out, get active and make a difference for the love of a child. The community is invited to participate in the Childhelp Wings Trick or Trot Family Fun Run on October 24 at McCormick Ranch Golf Course in Scottsdale. Check-in will begin at 7 a.m. with the staggered start beginning at 8 a.m. Proceeds from this event benefit the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline and Childhelp’s “Speak Up Be Safe” program.
Throughout the pandemic, calls to the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline, housed predominantly in Scottsdale, have spiked as high as 46% over the previous year. Childhelp’s “Speak Up Be Safe” program helps children and teens learn the skills to prevent or interrupt cycles of neglect, bullying, and all forms of child abuse.
At the event, there will be a one-mile and a 2.8-mile route on the Palm Course, an oasis in the desert that offers panoramic mountain vistas beyond vast, sparkling lakes. Come as you are or dress up in your favorite costume to have some fun and take pictures, all for a good cause. Candy and games will be available at each hole around the golf course. At the finish line there will be refreshments, snacks, upbeat music, and a raffle to celebrate participation from everyone. There are opportunities to support the event as a sponsor, fundraiser (individual or team), donor, or participant. The cost to participate is $25 per individual and tickets for two, three, or five-person families (not including children under 12 and under) are $50.
Sponsorships include the Skeleton Tee at $1,000, the Zombie Zone at $2,000, the Ghost Racer at $3,000, and the Shining Title at $5,000. Each Ghost Racer and Shining Title sponsor will have its logo design placed on signage at specific holes around the course. Other donations or corporate gifts can be made online.
Founded in 1959 by Sara O’Meara and Yvonne Fedderson and headquartered in Scottsdale, Childhelp aims to meet the physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs of abused, neglected and at-risk children. In 2019, Childhelp provided services to 30,000 children and families in Arizona. Since its inception, Childhelp has served more than 11 million children in communities across the globe.
Whether miles away or near enough to attend, all are welcome to participate. Learn more at childhelp.org/trickortrot. You can also coordinate your own walk where you live and send pictures to share. Send photos or questions to Kathy Emig at kemig@childhelp.org.
Community Fall Farmers Markets YOUR GUIDE TO
A ROUND UP OF NEARBY MARKETS, TIPS AND TRICKS
Compiled by Jenna-Lee Neff
Fall is here and, with the cooler temperatures, comes an influx of farmers markets. We’ve rounded up a list of farmers markets nearby so you can check out farm fresh foods and homemade wares near you.
FARMERS MARKET NORTH SCOTTSDALE
This is your chance to support local makers, backers, farmers, and small business owners! Hours: Saturdays from 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. Address: 9201 E. Happy Valley Road, Scottsdale Website: farmersmarketnorthscottsdale.com
GCS FARMERS MARKET
GCS Farmers Market is a local market introducing a variety of homemade goods for shoppers to enjoy. Hours: Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Address: 5802 E. Dove Valley Road, Scottsdale Website: gcsfarmersmarket.com
FARMERS MARKET ON HIGH STREET
The Farmers Market on High Street is a weekly Sunday morning market located in the High Street shopping district at 56th Street and the 101 Freeway. Hours: Open Sundays from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Address: 5415 East High Street, Phoenix Website: highstreetaz.com/farmers-market
OLD TOWN SCOTTSDALE FARMER’S MARKET
The Old Town Scottsdale Farmer’s Market is a weekly Saturday morning market located in Old Town Scottsdale on 2nd Street and Brown. Hours: Open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Address: 3806 N. Brown Ave., Scottsdale Website: arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com/ old-town-scottsdale
Jenna-Lee Neff is a freelance journalist, digital audience analyst, and nonprofit public relations professional. Learn more about her work at jennaleeneff.com.
Farmers Market Tips & Tricks
Use these tips to guarantee the best selection, easy shopping and a comfortable day: Practicing safety and physical distancing is a must. Use these tips to prevent the spread of COVID-19:
COME EARLY
For best selection of produce, arrive early so that you have first choice on the variety of produce you’ll see at your farmers market.
LIMIT YOUR GROUP
Prevent overcrowding at the markets by limiting the amount of people you bring on your trip.
COVER YOUR MOUTH Bring your face mask and wear it secured properly over your nose and mouth in public areas.
LOOK, DON’T TOUCH Only touch produce items you plan to buy. The less people who touch an item, the less opportunities that exist for contamination.
BRING CHANGE AND SMALL BILLS Though more and more markets are set up to take credit cards, carrying cash is a must.
BRING A COOLER Some smart produce shoppers bring a cooler on wheels to keep produce fresh until it gets home.
DRESS FOR THE WEATHER
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, a hat and sunscreen. Don’t forget to bring drinking water.
STUFFY NOSE? STAY HOME
If you or someone in your group isn’t feeling well, consider postponing your trip to the farmers market. Pay them a visit when you are well.
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Information and Graphic Courtesy of the City of Scottsdale
The City of Scottsdale recently announced changes to the city’s trash and recycling collection days. According to the city, this change will improve efficiency and make it easier to process recyclables.
Trash and recycling routes have not changed in more than 20 years, becoming unbalanced due to growth. The new collection schedule is based on the route size and the amount of solid waste and recycling collected.
Residents who do not have a change in collection days may see a difference in collection times due to route changes. Trash and recycling containers should be placed on the street with wheels against the curb by 5 a.m. on collection days.
Operating more efficiently means the city can balance the size of collection routes to provide more consistent service, preserve the longevity of collection vehicles by carrying the right sized loads, and not overload the processing center.
New collection routes begin November 1. To determine your new collection days, visit ScottsdaleAZ.gov, search “Collection Day,” then find your service area on the map or use the Find My Service Day Tool, also found on the website. Residents can also call the city of Scottsdale at 480-312-5353.
