🌱 Scottsdale Gas Prices Jump 15 Cents In One Week + Cycle The Arts

Hello, everybody! It's Megan Moreno, your host of the Scottsdale Patch newsletter — here to share what's happening locally. In this issue, you'll find:

• Scottsdale gas prices increase, with more price jumps expected.
• Old Town Candy & Toys offers a sweet and nostalgic shopping experience.
• Cycle the Arts today!

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But first, today's weather:

Today it will be mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 89 and low of 58.

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Here are the top stories in Scottsdale today:

1. Scottsdale gas prices are on the rise, with additional incremental increases expected. Prices "jumped 15 cents in the last week to $4.96 for a gallon of regular," officially making gas prices "66 cents more a gallon than they were at this time last month." The main reason cited is rising oil prices, with oil currently priced around $80 per barrel. Arizona saw the largest gas price increase in the country, with an increase of 18 cents putting the statewide average at $4.52 per gallon. The national average cost per gallon is currently $3.64. (Daily Independent/paywall)
2. Sugo Bistro, an original "Italian scratch kitchen," will open Saturday, April 29. In SOHO Scottsdale at 16580 N 92nd Street, #100, the restaurant will feature "made-from-scratch dishes including wood fired pizzas, handmade pastas and fresh bruschetta boards, in a comfortable, neighborhood atmosphere." Guests can also expect Italian-themed cocktails, Italian wines and a large patio complete with a fire pit. Mamma mia! (AZ Big Media)
3. The Old Town Candy & Toys store offers customers a nostalgic experience! Customers of all ages can enjoy "about 130 choices of bulk candy... tons of toys and a lot of books." Other items include wooden toys, lunch boxes, socks, oven mitts, stuffed animals and Arizona souvenirs. According to owners Steve and Jeanine Rometty, their 11 years of fine-tuning resulted in the store offering unique items that can't be found in big department stores. (scottsdale.org)

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Today in Scottsdale:

• Cycle the Arts, starting at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. "This slow-roll ride will include a 4-mile family-friendly route and a 13-mile route. Ride leaders will lead small groups on this fun tour of public art around Old Town, the Indian Bend Wash Path, Crosscut Canal Path and neighborhood bikeways." Helmets and registration are required. (8:30 AM)
• The Valley of the Sun JCC is offering Jeff Berkowitz Youth Basketball League (12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM)
• The Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place is offering Latin Dance Classes/Bridgette Marie (1:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
• The Civic Center Scottsdale Public Library is offering Contemporary Literature Book Club (3:00 PM - 4:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• "Come view preliminary plans for Thompson Peak Park Dog Park and let us know what you think! Join us for a public meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, April 24 at the McDowell Mountain Ranch Aquatic Center, 15525 N. Thompson Peak Parkway... For additional information, please visit the project website: http://ScottsdaleAZ.gov/.../thompson-peak-park-dog-park" (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• "The Scottsdale Mayor's Youth Council invites teens to join us April 20 for the next Youth Town Hall, "Unleashing Your Passion..." This free program runs 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at Scottsdale Stadium, 7408 E. Osborn Road... Register today: ScottsdaleAZ.gov/council/mayors-youth-council (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• "The kids did wonderful work making terrariums at Mustang Library's Terrific Terrarium program! For more STEAM programs like this visit Scottsdale.libnet.info/events and search 'STEAM' for more information." (Scottsdale Public Library via Facebook)
• "The stars were out yesterday as we held our annual Entertainment Extravaganza at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts... Next up, we have our Mother's Day Luncheon on Monday, May 8. For more information and to register, visit Recreation.ScottsdaleAZ.gov, search 'Luncheon'" (Scottsdale Senior Services via Facebook)
• "Hey everyone! Looking for plans? Check out the Britney Spears tribute band concert happening on April 30 [at the Railroad Park]! This outdoor event is sure to have you dancing and singing all night long to some of Britney's biggest hits." (McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll see you tomorrow!

— Megan Moreno

About me: 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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