🌱 City Fourth of July Information + 'Red, White, And Choo & Choo'

Hello, neighbors! It's Megan Moreno, your host of the Scottsdale Patch newsletter — here to explain everything you need to know about what's happening in our community. Today you'll find:

• Fourth of July information from the city.
• "Red, White, and Choo & Choo" event at the railroad park.
• Man arrested for recording another man in the Fashion Square restroom.

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Now, your local weather: Today it will be sunny and very warm, with a high of 106 and low of 76.

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Here are the top stories today in Scottsdale:

1. The city has released July 4 information for residents. Though recycling and trash schedules will not be affected, most city facilities and offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 4. Scottsdale's McDowell Sonoran Preserve will be closed at noon on July 4 to "reduce the threat of wildfire," but it will re-open around 5 a.m. on July 5. Pinnacle Peak Park will be open from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. on July 4. Although "use of some consumer fireworks is permitted by state law in Scottsdale this holiday, their use in and near many sensitive desert areas remains illegal and violators are subject to substantial fines." You can get more information about firework safety and restrictions here. (City of Scottsdale)
2. Looking for more holiday weekend festivities? Consider checking out the "Red, White, and Choo & Choo" event at the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park on Sunday, July 2 from 4 to 9 p.m. Guests can enjoy bounce houses, water slides, foam cannons, family field games, face painting, mechanical bull rides, and unlimited carousel and train rides. There will be food trucks, live music from Marisa Carvo starting at 7:30 p.m., a pie-eating contest for kids and adults, and fireworks at 9 p.m.! Tickets can be purchased online here. (McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park)
3. Jonathan Roy Jackson, 23, was arrested on Sunday on charges of unlawfully recording a man in the restroom at Fashion Square mall. On two different trips to the restroom, the victim noticed a clear bag on the floor of the stall next to him with "a black object inside" that was pointed at him. The victim confronted the suspect, who apologized, before he punched him and contacted the police. According to court records, Jackson said he "has a 'problem' and records men in the restroom." (12news.com KPNX)

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Tomorrow in Scottsdale:

Thursday, June 29

• Craft Together Storytime at Arabian Library (2:30 PM - 3:00 PM)
• Participant Support Group presented by Cancer Support Community Arizona at HonorHealth Shea, 10460 N. 92nd St. (3:30 PM)
• Paint & Wine Night — Field of Dandelions at Brush Bar, 7011 E. Main St. Cost is $40. Register online. (6:30 PM)
• Dueling Piano Night at Belle's Nashville Kitchen, 7212 E. Main St. "Email Janel Alderman at Janel@bellesnashvillekitch.com to secure your spot." (6:45 PM - 9:00 PM, 9:15 PM - 11:00 PM)
• ArtWalk at Old Town Arts District (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• "We're hiring! Here are the current openings for career opportunities with #ScottsdalePD. For more information about these jobs and the benefits package offered by the city of Scottsdale, visit ScottsdalePD.com." (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• "All City of Scottsdale Contractors: The Scottsdale Fire Department is asking you to be proactive and help us address the threat associated with the upcoming wildfire season... Over the past few years, the City of Scottsdale has experienced several fires that have started at local construction sites and extended into the adjacent open desert spaces... Contractors found negligent in maintaining a safe building environment in our high desert and wildland interface areas are responsible for damages via fines and/or criminal citations for the cost of providing fire protection services and for property loss." (Scottsdale Fire Department via Facebook)
• "Like our crews drilling, if you are gonna hike: 'Start early and end early.' Make sure someone knows when and where you'll be hiking, as well as when you will be done... Pace yourself and take regular breaks." (Scottsdale Fire Department via Facebook)
• "A big thank you to Ryan Rybarczyk from the Long Realty Jasper Associates for donating 200 water bottles that will benefit our hydration station at Paiute Neighborhood Center. The city's eight hydration stations offer free bottled water and a place where people can cool off from the summer heat... Learn more about helping your neighbors beat the heat this summer at: Scottsdaleaz.gov/news/help-your-neighbors-beat-the-heat" (Scottsdale Human Services via Facebook)
• "Check out this PERFECT list of things to do in Scottsdale for couples curated by My Perfect Itinerary. https://bit.ly/3Xy4z75" (Experience Scottsdale via Facebook)
• "We're proud to announce that Scottsdale has been certified Gold by Bloomberg Philanthropies What Works Cities for excellence in data-driven local government! Scottsdale is among an elite group of 62 cities worldwide to have achieved certification. Learn more: ScottsdaleAZ.gov/…/scottsdale-is-certified-gold-by-bloomber…" (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday. See you all tomorrow for another 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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