🌱 10th Annual 4th Of July Celebration + SFD Protecting Our Community

Hey, neighbors! It's Thursday in Scottsdale and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in our community. Hope you all have a great day! In today's briefing, you'll find...

• Details about Scottsdale's 10th annual Fourth of July celebration.
• The Children's Learning and Play Festival at WestWorld.
• Scottsdale Fire Department working hard to protect our community.

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Now, your local weather: It will be sunny and very warm, with a high of 103 and low of 72.

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Here are the top stories today in Scottsdale:

1. Scottsdale's 10th annual Fourth of July celebration will take place on Tuesday, July 4 from 5 to 9 p.m. at WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road. Guests can enjoy a bull-riding rodeo hosted by The Copper State Rodeo Company and Medieval Times Jr. Knight training for aspiring knights. The Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers Summer Slider Eating Contest Championship will take place at the event, Disney characters will make an appearance, and outstanding leaders will be recognized in the 4th Annual Parade of Heroes. Guests can also enjoy backyard BBQ by M. Culinary, family-friendly games, and fireworks! This will be a cashless event, so be prepared to pay by card. Purchase tickets at Scottsdale4th.com. (City of Scottsdale)
2. Looking for more events to keep the kids or grandkids entertained? Consider checking out the Children's Learning and Play Festival on Saturday, June 24 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. The free event takes place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and features "children's authors, illustrators, music, live performances, rides, STEM activities, local business vendors and a host of interactive fun for toddlers, children and young adults." (McDowell Sonoran Conservancy)
3. Scottsdale Fire Department has been hard at work keeping our community safe! Over 45 firefighters battled and cleared a house fire that was spreading through the entire attic. Crews made an opening on the roof using saws and other tools to allow for vertical ventilation, which is the "removal of super-heated toxic gases and smoke by allowing it to take its natural traveling path." Crews were also working with Southwest Gas on securing a natural gas leak at 9380 E. Bahia Drive. They put a "hose line on the ground for fire protection," and they assisted with "metering the ground and inside structures near the leak." Thank you, SFD! (Scottsdale Fire Department via Facebook)

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Tomorrow in Scottsdale:

Friday, June 23

• Little Scientists Week at Arabian Library (10:15 AM - 11:45 AM)
• Story Stop at Civic Center Library (10:30 AM - 10:45 AM)
• Knowasis Fun Food Fridays at Civic Center Library (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
• Light + Bark After Dark at Light + Bark Candle Co., 7227 E. 1st Ave. "We'll turn the lights a little lower, the music a little louder, and you can BYOB for sippin' while you blend your custom candle!" Reserve your spot online. (6:00 PM, 7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• "Using crosswalks is important for pedestrian safety. Officer Hash explains more in this week's Traffic Tuesday video." (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• "Interested in a career with Scottsdale PD? Complete a job interest card and you can get e-mail notifications every time a new position opens. Visit this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/…/jobInterestCards/categories, select Law Enforcement, hit subscribe and add your information." (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• "If you give a mouse a cookie... kids are going to want to make a paper bag version of the mouse during the library's Craft Together Storytimes!" (Scottsdale Public Library via Facebook)
• "Community artwork is on display for our first ever Summer Reading Program juried multimedia art exhibit. This year's theme is 'All Together Now' and artwork reflects themes of kindness, unity and friendship. See these works and more in the lobby of Civic Center Library now through the end of July." (Scottsdale Public Library via Facebook)
• "Apply today for the 2023 Sterling Awards presented by Desert Financial Credit Union! Honoring outstanding businesses with Scottsdale's most coveted business awards! For more information, visit: https://www.scottsdalechamber.com/sterlingawards/" (Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• "Residents can now receive email notification when City Council agendas are posted... To sign-up, visit ScottsdaleAZ.gov/city-clerk. Subscribers will receive an email with a link to each City Council meeting agenda when it is posted." (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with a new update.

— Megan Moreno

About me: Dr. Megan Moreno is a registered nurse, leader, cancer survivor, wife, and mother of two. Megan loves spending time with her husband, who is an Army combat veteran, and their children exploring the beautiful city of Scottsdale.

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