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Holiday Magic Abounds at Scottsdale Quarter with Santa, Festive Music, and Charity Events! ‘TIS THE SEASON FOR SHOPPING, CAROLERS, CHARACTERS, AND MORE AT SCOTTSDALE QUARTER. PHOTOS WITH SANTA Capture joyful holiday moments by taking a photo with Santa through December 25. Hours and photo packages vary, and reservations are recommended. HOLIDAY CAROLERS Relish holiday music from the Dickens Carolers and Pete Pancrazzi every Saturday and Sunday afternoon through December 18, as you stroll through Santa City in The Quad. HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE Scottsdale Quarter, in partnership with The Foster Alliance (formerly Arizona Helping Hands), is hosting their annual Holiday Toy Drive to benefit local foster youth. From December 4 to 20, The Quarter will accept new toys and clothing for babies, children, and teens. Donations can be made at the cabin in Santa
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City, located in The Quad. Thanks to the community’s generosity, Arizona Helping Hands has brought holiday joy to children across the state since 1998. THE FESTIVAL OF HANUKKAH Join Chabad of Scottsdale for holiday fun at Scottsdale Quarter. On December 7 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., enjoy treats, entertainment, and the menorah lighting. This event is free and open to the public. FILL SANTA’S SLEIGH AT SCOTTSDALE QUARTER The Foster Alliance partners with the M3F Music Festival on December 8 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for a free benefit concert at Scottsdale Quarter. The event features holiday and Disney characters, raffles, giveaways, and an opportunity to fill a sleigh with donated gifts. SHOP WITH YOUR PET WITH ARIZONA HUMANE SOCIETY On December 9, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., bring your pets
for a day out at The Quarter. Enjoy shopping at petfriendly retailers, a complimentary holiday photo with the meanest, greenest grouch in Santa City, and an ugly sweater contest for your pups. The Arizona Humane Society will also be on-site with adorable pets looking for forever homes. PAWS & CLAUS Paws & Claus invites you to bring your pet to Scottsdale Quarter for holiday cuteness on December 11. Take memorable photos with Santa and treat your furry friends. This event is first-come, first-serve, and reservations are not required. Scottsdale Quarter, 15279 N. Scottsdale Rd., is your destination for catching the latest movies at Landmark Theatres, shopping, dining at unique eateries, or enjoying a winter stroll under holiday lights. For hours and more information, visit scottsdalequarter. com.
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