What's Happening in Scottsdale
As involved citizens of Scottsdale this section of Coffee News is usually directed to local events of interest to residents in the area. As a neighborhood publication we feel it's important for us to keep our readers informed of fun, free, and usually civically sponsored events as a way to say "thanks for reading" Coffee News every week. If you know of something we should make your neighbors aware of simply email us with the details. (please allow 3 weeks notice) patrick@coffeenewsofscottsdale.com.
CELEBRATE AZ FESTIVAL - will take place Feb. 14th. – 5th Avenue and Craftsman Court (In the Kiva Courtyard). Come out to support local artists and artisans and shop "all things Arizona made." The outdoor event gives shoppers a chance to talk to the artists and see them demonstrate their art. Grady Soine' is celebrating his 15th year anniversary. He will be performing and showcasing his new album, "Naptime". They are looking for vendors of anything made in Arizona. If you are an artist, handcrafted artisans, event vendor who make specialty foods and services or for more information contact Kathleen P. Hunter at THE LOFT Art Studios and Gallery, 480-699-6723, khuntress@gmail.com.
SUNDAY A'FAIR KICKS OFF SUNDAY ON CIVIC CENTER MALL - Feb. 14, 21 and 28; March 7 and 28; and April 4 and 11. Grab a blanket or lawn chair and relax at a Sunday A'Fair concert from noon to 4 p.m. This free afternoon mini-festival takes place on the beautiful grounds of the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall, adjacent to the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. The event features concerts and performances by the Valley's top entertainers, a diverse selection of arts and crafts available for sale, hands-on activities for children and families and free docent-guided tours of the sculptures on the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall. For information on specific performers, call the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, (480) 994-ARTS; or visit www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org.
FIRE DEPARTMENT HOSTS FREE CPR EVENTS VALENTINE’S DAY WEEKEND – Attend free presentations by the Scottsdale Fire Department and learn how to save the life of a loved one. Call 480-312-8000 or register online at http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/fire/ccc-cpr.
CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLE – February 16th – 6:45 p.m. at the Civic Center Library, 3839 N Drinkwater Blvd. The topic is “Perryville: Battle for Kentucky” presented by Chris Kolakowski, chief curator of the National Museum of the Army Reserve, author and historian.
STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS – FEB. 18 – beginning with a reception and refreshments at 5 pm at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7384 E. Second St. The program follows at 5:30 pm in the newly renovated Virginia g. Piper Theater. The program is free and open to the public. RSVPs are not necessary. The speech is the Mayor’s annual review of the past year and Scottsdale’s current challenges and opportunities. It will be recorded and broadcast that evening at 9 pm on CityCable 11.
For a more complete listing of future Scottsdale events, visit this Web address: http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/events/
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