Indoor Playground Opens in The McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park

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In today’s Scottsdale Scoop we’re going to cover our very first event! An in-person happy hour in September. We’ll also share a new attraction for the kiddos this summer and a thrilling date idea.

Exciting news to share! We have our first in-person community event planned for 9/25 – a Happy Hour at SOLE rooftop inside the W in Old Town.

Come join us, hang out, and meet your fellow Scottsdale neighbors.

We're also collecting donations for Foster Arizona, so it's a chance to connect with fellow Scottsdale locals while giving back to kids in need.

Tickets are just $20 and include your first drink and entry to raffle prizes provided by our generous sponsor, Husband & Wife Law Team. Grab yours before we sell out!

Here’s the event link with more details.

Good news for all the parents. The McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park just opened up an indoor playground for the kiddos. Much needed since it’s been ridiculously hot these past 2 weeks.

Dubbed “The Roundhouse” it’s like a jungle gym shaped like a massive train and it looks so cool! They even have an area for toddlers. They’re opened every day of the week 9am - 7pm.

Here’s a short video if you want to check it out.

A new fine dining Indian restaurant has opened in North Scottsdale, offering an elevated take on traditional and contemporary Indian cuisine. Figured I’d give them a shout out!

Veda Indian Cuisine focuses on creating a refined dining experience centered around authentic Indian flavors and regional specialties. I’m loving the video they have on their site.

The restaurant features a thoughtfully curated menu with dishes prepared using fresh sourced ingredients, from traditional street food and tandoori specialties to contemporary fusion creations.

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Want to spread the good word about your business, a fun concept you’re working on, a hire, or just want to say hello to 7,000 locals?

The Dating Gym is hosting a free men’s group on 8/23. A place to connect with other men, vent your current struggles, and find friendships in a supportive environment. Grab a spot.

Graze Craze turns you into the host everyone remembers with their gorgeous, handcrafted charcuterie boards that make any gathering feel special. This local gem creates everything fresh to order and brings it right to your door anywhere in the Valley. Check them out here.

Pinnacle Brewing Company is a community staple and always hosting the funnest events. Their award winning beer is worth every penny! Check out their events here.

Bassrush Arizona drops this weekend at WestWorld with a lineup that includes Jon Casey, Barely Alive and others. Snag a ticket here.

If you live in Scottsdale or Arcadia, you’ve probably heard of these guys. If not, you're missing out on one of North Scottsdale's best-kept secrets for ultra-fresh seafood and quality meats.

Nelson’s Meat Market has been serving the community since owner Chris Nelson expanded from his original Phoenix location that opened in 2017. The shop focuses on restaurant-quality offerings, from daily fresh fish selections and premium cuts to ready-to-eat options like their popular Proper Lobstah Roll, poke bowls, and ceviche.

What sets Nelson's apart is their commitment to connecting with every customer while sourcing directly from fishermen and farmers. The market operates Tuesday through Saturday, and while it's not a traditional restaurant, they offer seafood towers and snack trays perfect for special occasions. Nelson's has earned a reputation in the community for exceptional service and the kind of fresh, high-quality products that make home cooking feel like fine dining.

Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just local businesses I wanted to highlight. I'll always let you know when something's sponsored.

Okay, this one's completely different from our usual dinner-and-drinks recommendations, but hear me out!

If you want to absolutely blow date expectations out of the water, Rainbow Ryders will take you both floating over the Sonoran Desert at sunrise for the most magical hour you'll spend together this year.

There's something about being suspended in a basket thousands of feet up that makes conversations deeper and views more breathtaking than any restaurant patio could ever offer.

Sure, it's not your typical "sit and eat" date, but trust me, watching the sunrise paint the desert while you're floating through the clouds together will create memories that last way longer than the conversations you have over a meal.

Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just local businesses I wanted to highlight. I'll always let you know when something's sponsored.

Wednesday, August 13th

🎲 BINGO | Pinnacle Brewing Company | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Thursday, August 14th

🎵 Music Bingo | Pinnacle Brewing Company | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

🎵 Soundscapes Sound Meditation | Scottsdale Marriott at McDowell Mountains | 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM

🧠 Trivia Night | Blue Agave Mexican Cantina | 9:00PM

🎵 Los Caimaneados | Casino Arizona | 7:00 PM

🧘‍♀️ Free Sunset Yoga | The Scottsdale Resort | 6:00 PM

Friday, August 15

🎧 Night Trip Festival | WestWorld of Scottsdale | 5:00 PM (multiple days)

😂 Sklar Brothers | Desert Ridge Improv | 7:00 PM (multiple days)

🎸 Police Experience | Casino Arizona | 7:30 PM (multiple days)

Saturday, August 16

🇺🇸 11 Bravo Windshield Chip Repair Veterans Fundraiser | 7010 E Acoma Dr | 6:00AM

🔪 Knife Skills Class | Classic Cooking Academy | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

🛍️ Sip + Shop Summer Market | Hotel Valley Ho | 10:00 AM

🥃 Sippin’ Series: Craftsman Spirit | Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts | 7:00 PM

Sunday, August 17

🐾 Yappy Hour | Pinnacle Brewing Company | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

🧘 Tai Chi & Qigong Experience | Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix | 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

🥟 Handmade Dumplings Class | Classic Cooking Academy | 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM

🎤 Open Mic Night | Desert Ridge Improv | 6:00 PM

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Here’s the Realtor.com link if you want to check it out!

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