There is always something fun going on in or around Scottsdale, Arizona since it has such great weather year-round. And, now that we are moving out of the heat of summer, things are starting to pick up. Here are just a few of the many events and happenings coming up over the next several weeks: […]
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Scottsdale AZ Living: Butterfly Visiting a Mexican Bird of Paradise Plant
If you are a resident of Scottsdale, Arizona or are even just visiting, you have most likely seen this beautiful plant in someone’s yard and wondered what it was. This particular plant is called a Mexican Bird of Paradise and it is one of my favorites. The super bright red, yellow and orange colors of […]
Where to Eat in Scottsdale AZ – Urban Cookies and Ollie Cake
For this one, we are going a little south and west of Scottsdale to Phoenix, but it will certainly be worth the trip. If you have not heard of our local Phoenix business, Ollie Cake yet, you probably will soon. I first heard about Urban Cookies and Ollie Cake when Ollie Cake won the Cupcake […]
Notable Scottsdale Businesses – Maui Play Care
UPDATE: Maui Play Care is now Daydreams Drop-In Childcare. Click to visit the website. Sometimes moms and dads, or even grandparents, need a little break or get into a bind for childcare… In situations like these, Maui Play Care might be the perfect solution. What is Maui Play Care? Maui Play Care is a […]
Where to Shop in Scottsdale AZ – Cosmopolitan Beads
This store is now operating as The Cave Creek Bead Mission. So I typically select a Scottsdale business for my “Where to Shop in Scottsdale” blog post. However, today I am going to talk about a wonderful little store located a little further north in Cave Creek, Arizona. Cosmopolitan Beads is a wonderful, privately-owned […]
Things to Do in Scottsdale AZ: Visit Singh Farms
UPDATE 1/23/17: The Scottsdale location of Singh Farms has closed and moved locations. You will now find the farm, farmers’ market and more in Tempe at Singh Meadows. The Tempe location is much larger and opened this past weekend. Welcome back! New Address: Singh Meadows 1490 E Weber Dr Tempe, AZ 85281 Tucked just […]
Things to Do in Scottsdale AZ: Carrie Curran Art Studio’s “Van Gogh Vino” Painting Classes
Looking for a fun evening in Scottsdale, Arizona where you get to walk away with a parting gift that is all yours? If so, you should sign yourself up for a Van Gogh Vino painting class at the Carrie Curran Art Studio in Scottsdale. Last month, Joyce and I had an opportunity to take one […]
Another Beautiful Day in Scottsdale, Arizona
Here is a picturesque view of Scottsdale and Phoenix from a backyard patio. This lovely home is located in Troon Village in North Scottsdale and it enjoys some of the most amazing city lights and mountain views.
