Best of Scottsdale 2022

WHO’S the BEST?

The votes are in. The people have spoken… It’s the Best of Scottsdale!

ANDREW BLOOM

REALTOR ®

The Arizona housing market experienced big shifts in 2022 fueled by rising interest rates, sky rocketing inflation, and volatility in the financial markets. The saving grace for home seller’s is that inventory levels remain extremely low, yet buyer confidence is even lower. Homes are sitting on the market and price reductions are becoming more common. Home prices are starting to recede to pre-pandemic levels, washing away the 23% appreciation rates we enjoyed over the past 18 months.

Scottsdale continues to be a place of international destination! BVO remains on the front lines working for our clients as an essential service! In 2022, we have sold many homes in your neighborhood and with inventory shortages, we are seeking sellers who want to sell now! We are working diligently with referral partners from California, Seattle, the Midwest, and internationally! If you’re considering a move in 2023, please consider working with our team.

Why work with a top real estate team? Attention to detail. If you think about it, the best businesses are built and run to put the consumer’s interest first. Customer service is not a department, it’s the culture of top companies. The best CPA’s, the best physicians, the best attorney’s and the best teachers, all share a common behavior. They are all fiduciary’s to their clients. Getting you top price in a tough market requires skill and strategy. At BVO Luxury Group we have both!

The BVO Luxury Group is Scottsdale’s Top Producing Real Estate team in both sales volume and transaction count. Why is this so important if you are a buyer or seller? Knowledge, experience, and relationships simply begets better results. Having sold over $1.5 billion in residential resale, our vast network in the community has positioned us to lead our community through the multitude of complexities in today’s market.

Keller Williams continues to be the global leader in residential real estate with offices on 5 continents, 55 countries, and 285 locations. Locally and for the third consecutive year, BVO Luxury Group was voted the BEST real estate team by local readers of The Scottsdale Progress. We continue to serve our community on and off the field. We are here to deliver the results you expect and are entitled to receive.

• Voted #1 in 2019, 2020, and 2021 by Scottsdale Progress readers.

• Voted #1 in 2019 and 2020 as the #1 Real Estate Team in Arizona by Scottsdale Homeowner Magazine

• Voted #1 in 2020 as the #1 Real Estate Brokerage in Arizona by Scottsdale Homeowner Magazine

If you have a question or concern about our real estate market, the value of your home, or improvements you want to make, please call us for a confidential conversation.

Dining

BREAKFAST SPOT

Butterfield’s Pancake House

7388 E. Shea Boulevard 480-951-6002 butterfieldsrestaurant.com

Butterfield’s Pancake House serves up a tasty menu of breakfast and lunch selections from 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., seven days a week. Guests can indulge in an array of scrumptious choices, including pancakes, French toast, waffles, crepes, omelets and skillets for breakfast. The lunch menu is equally impressive, with burgers, wraps, sandwiches and salads.

READER RECOMMENDED

Butters

PLACE TO WATCH THE GAME

Twin Peaks

8787 E. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard 480-483-0921 twinpeaksrestaurant.com

Pancakes & Café

Multiple locations butterscafe.com

First Watch – TIE

Multiple locations firstwatch.com

New York Bagels & Bialys – TIE

Multiple locations nybagelsnbialys.com

COFFEE SHOP

Black Rock Coffee Bar

Multiple locations br.coffee

The team at Black Rock Coffee Bar provides customers with incredibly delicious specialty crafted drinks. Cof- fee options include iced coffee, drip coffee, mochas, lattes and blended drinks. It also has hot chocolate, tea, energy drinks and smoothies available. For those that enjoy an alternative to milk, it has soy, almond, coconut and oat milk available.

With 29-degree beer and a comfortable hunting-lodge atmosphere, Twin Peaks is the ultimate place to watch the game. Guests can enjoy fresh, high-quality comfort food while watching live UFC fights, football, baseball, basketball and other sporting events. Try the Peaks sampler that includes fried pickles, Buffalo tenders and mozzarella bites with marinara, ranch and blue cheese dipping sauces.

READER RECOMMENDED

Goldie’s

Sports Café 10135 E. Vía Linda 480-451-6269 goldiessportscafe.com

Zipps

Sports Grill – TIE Multiple locations zippssportsgrills.com

R.T. O’Sullivan’s

Sports Grill – TIE 7919 E. Thomas Road 480-307-6533 rtosullivans.com

DELI/SANDWICH SHOP

Casella’s Italian Delicatessen – TIE

5905 N. Granite Reef Road 480-991-0770

Chompie’s – TIE 9301 E. Shea Boulevard 480-860-0475, chompies.com

BESTOF 2022

READER RECOMMENDED

Starbucks

Multiple locations starbucks.com

Dutch Bros

Multiple locations dutchbros.com

Established in 1977, Casella’s Italian Delicatessen is a neighborhood sandwich shop serving up hot and cold Italian subs in a casual setting. Tasty sandwich selections include the Italian hoagie, chicken salad, pizza hoagie, meatball and pastrami. Be sure to try one of the Philadelphia steak sandwiches made with rye bread or a white roll. Be sure to remember it only accepts cash payments.

Chompie’s is celebrated for its New York-style menu items and, of course, its famous sandwiches play a key role in that. Options include sliced-to-order pastrami, roast beef, corned beef, turkey breast and ham. The mile-high sandwiches are a sight to behold, with an especially generous portion of meat served between a choice of bread with options for cheese, lettuce, tomato and onions.

READER RECOMMENDED

DeFalco’s Italian Eatery, Grocery & Deli 2334 N. Scottsdale Road 480-990-8660 defalcosdeli.com

Andreoli Italian Grocer 8880 E. Vía Linda 480-614-1980 andreoli-grocer.com

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BARBECUE

The Thumb

9393 E. Bell Road 480-513-8186, thethumb.com

With a bakery, gift shop, car wash and fueling station available, The Thumb is one of the most unique barbecue joints. It was even featured on “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” for its mouth-watering barbecue. The menu includes pulled pork, chicken, brisket and ribs. Catering is available.

READER RECOMMENDED

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

Multiple locations dickeys.com

NakedQ BBQ

10240 N. 90th Street 480-912-2102 nakedq.com

WINGS

R.T. O’Sullivan’s

7919 E. Thomas Road 480-307-6533 rtosullivans.com

Founded in 1993, R.T. O’Sullivan’s sports bar serves a variety of great food and, in particular, incredible wings. Guests can choose from bone-in or boneless and a wide selection of flavors, including mild, medium, hot, barbecue, honey barbecue and teriyaki. All wings are served with celery, carrots and ranch dressing.

READER RECOMMENDED

Zipps Sports Grill

Multiple locations zippssportsgrills.com

Buffalo Wild Wings

7401 E. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard 480-991-0477 8870 E. Indian Bend Road 623-207-1068 buffalowildwings.com

ITALIAN FOOD

Pasta Brioni’s

4416 N. Miller Road 480-994-0028, pastabrioni.com

Pasta Brioni’s is a fine Italian dining experience not to be missed. Guests enjoy the beautiful atmosphere and the incredible lunch and dinner menu selections including pasta, salads, soups, homemade ravioli, premium sides, specialties and more. Be sure to try the chicken martini made with Parmesan-encrusted chicken breast, topped with asparagus spears in a white wine pan sauce.

READER RECOMMENDED

Uncle Sal’s

3370 N. Hayden Road 480-990-2533, unclesalsaz.com

Nick’s Italian Restaurants

13910 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard 480-314-9445, nicks-italian.com

ASIAN FOOD

Flo’s - New Asian Cuisine

15027 N. Thompson Peak Parkway 480-661-8883, madebyflo.com

Flo’s is dedicated to creating delicious Asian food by using bright and fresh ingredients. The menu has an extraordinary array of options, including starters, soups, chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, rice, noodles, curries, vegetables and sides. Be sure to try the spring rolls and the crispy honey beef made with breaded beef and soy honey glaze.

READER RECOMMENDED

Jade Palace Chinese Restaurant

9160 E. Shea Boulevard, 480-391-0607 8876 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, 480-585-6630 jadepalace-az.com

SUSHI

Hiro Sushi

9393 N. 90th Street 480-314-4215 hirosushiphx.com

Ling & Louie’s Asian Bar and Grill

9397 E. Shea Boulevard 480-767-5464 lingandlouies.com

PIZZA

Oregano’s Pizza Bistro

3102 N. Scottsdale Road 480-970-1860, oreganos.com

Every pizza at Oregano’s Pizza Bistro is hand-tossed and made with fresh ingredients. Guests can select from the thick crust pan pizza or the thin crust and then choose from a generous selection of toppings. Be sure to try one of the thin crust specialty pizzas like the yahoo barbecue chicken pizza made with chicken, cotija, cheddar, Wisconsin cheese, red onions, scallions, diced tomatoes and barbecue sauce.

READER RECOMMENDED

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria

Multiple locations grimaldispizzeria.com

Spinato’s

Hiro Sushi serves traditional Japanese food prepared by the amazing chef Hiro San. Hiro has 25 years of experience — and it shows. The menu includes a variety of tasty sushi rolls including California, lobster and vegetable rolls. Be sure to try the Diamondback roll made with a lobster roll, eel, avocado, crunchy tempura flakes, eel sauce, spicy mayonnaise and green nori sprinkles.

READER RECOMMENDED

Sakana Restaurant 6989 N. Hayden Road 480-609-3850 sakanasushiandgrill.com

Pho Cao

PHO

7436 E. McDowell Road 480-947-2608 phocaoaz.com

Pho Cao is a live music restaurant and bar that serves up amazing pho. The menu includes a variety of options for pho, including steak, meatball, brisket, chicken, seafood, and surf and turf. It even has a vegetable pho made with veggies and tofu. All the pho meals are served with bean sprouts, basil leaves, a jalapeño pepper and wedges of lime. Guests can choose from a 40-ounce regular bowl or a 50-ounce large bowl.

Pizzeria

9210 E. Vía de Ventura 480-527-2450 spinatospizzeria.com

RA Sushi Bar Restaurant Multiple locations rasushi.com

READER RECOMMENDED

Tottie’s Asian Fusion

7901 E. Thomas Road 480-970-0633

Saigon Bowl

8123 E. Roosevelt Street 480-949-5251 saigonbowlaz.net

SPORTS BAR

R.T. O’Sullivan’s

7919 E. Thomas Road 480-307-6533 rtosullivans.com

R.T. O’Sullivan’s offers a comfortable dining experience along with everything you would expect from a sports bar and more. Along with the many TVs available while dining, it has a wraparound bar, drink and food specials, pool tables, off-track betting, a climate-controlled patio, live music, sand volleyball courts and bean bag toss competitions. Be sure to try the wings.

Goldie’s

READER RECOMMENDED

Sports Café

10135 E. Vía Linda 480-451-6269 goldiessportscafe.com

TAKEOUT

Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria

17787 N. Scottsdale Road 480-681-3400 loumalnatis.com

Zipps Sports Grill

Multiple locations zippssportsgrills.com

OUTDOOR DINING

AZ/88

7353 E. Scottsdale Mall 480-994-5576, az88.com

AZ/88 is a trendy bar with superb cocktails and a menu full of tasty classic cuisine including appetizers, burgers, sandwiches and salads. The welcoming patio has just been remodeled with new tiles, chairs and barstools. Be sure to try the tasty burgers as the patties are ground fresh and delivered daily by a local butcher and are served with waffle fries, fresh fruit and raw vegetables.

READER RECOMMENDED

Roaring Fork

4800 N. Scottsdale Road 480-947-0795 roaringfork.com

Lou Malnati’s Pizzerias stay true to the Chicago-style deep dish pizza recipe that Grandpa Malnati helped create in 1943. That secret family recipe for the flaky, buttery crust has been passed down and each pizza is still handmade from scratch. In addition to the handmade pizza, Lou Malnati’s offers a variety of takeout options including salads, pastas and sandwiches. Be sure to try the deepdish sausage pizza with a Malnati salad.

READER

True Food Kitchen

15191 N. Scottsdale Road 480-265-4500 truefoodkitchen.com

RECOMMENDED

Roka Akor

7299 N. Scottsdale Road 480-306-8800 rokaakor.com

FOOD DELIVERY

Jade Palace

9160 E. Shea Boulevard, 480-391-0607 8876 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, 480-585-6630 jadepalace-az.com

Jade Palace makes it easy to have delicious high-quality Chinese cuisine delivered right to guests’ door. It uses only the freshest ingredients to create the made-to-order dishes including appetizers, vegetables, soups, noodles, rice and meat entrees. Be sure to try the beef with broccoli, crab puffs and egg drop soup.

READER RECOMMENDED

Joe’s New York Pizza

7321 E. Shoeman Lane 480-947-5637 joesnyp.com

Kale Personal Chef Services 15111 N. Hayden Road 480-269-4324 kalechefservice.com

R.T. O’Sullivan’s 7919 E. Thomas Road 480-307-6533 rtosullivans.com

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Russell LaCasce, ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho

6850 E. Main Street 480-421-7997, hotelvalleyho.com/zuzu

In the business for more than 20 years, chef Russell LaCasce has cooked dishes from around the world. His training includes a culinary arts degree from the Arizona Culinary Institute and working under chef Beau MacMillan of elements at Sanctuary. Russell’s creative eye for menu design and sincere passion for cooking are reflected in the inventive small plates served at ZuZu.

READER RECOMMENDED

Marcellino Verzino, Marcellino Ristorante

7114 E. Stetson Drive 480-990-9500, marcellinoristorante.com

CATERING COMPANY

New York Bagels ‘N Bialys

Multiple locations nybagelsnbialys.com

Samantha Sanz,

Talavera at Four Seasons

10600 E. Crescent Moon Drive 480-513-5085, talaverarestaurant.com

PLACE TO GRAB A COCKTAIL

Old Town Tavern

7320 E. Scottsdale Mall 480-945-2882 oldtowntavernaz.com

Old Town Tavern is the place to be in Old Town Scottsdale for great cocktails, good times and live music. They have constant drink specials happening, so it is always Happy Hour at OTT. The drinks are never watered down or overpriced, according to staff. The OTT team’s drinks are so talented that people come from all over the world.

READER RECOMMENDED

AZ/88

7353 E. Scottsdale Mall 480-994-5576 az88.com

WINE BAR

Coach House Entertainment

7011 E. Indian School Road 480-990-3433 coachhousescottsdale.com

Kazimierz Wine & Whiskey Bar

7137 E. Stetson Drive 480-946-3004, kazbarscottsdale.com

New York Bagels ‘N Bialys has been serving up mouth-watering food since 1987, and it still makes all its bagels from scratch every day. It offers a wide variety of catering options including breakfast, lunch and entrée selections. Most of the options on the menu are for 10 people, but clients can ask for different quantities.

READER RECOMMENDED

Arcadia Farms

7025 E. First Avenue 480-941-5665 arcadiafarmscafe.com

BRUNCH

Butters Pancakes

Multiple locations, butterscafe.com

Butters Pancakes uses only the finest and freshest ingredients available to create the mouthwatering options on its breakfast and lunch menus. Choices include pancakes, French toast, waffles, crepes, omelets, skillets, burgers, wraps and sandwiches. Be sure to enjoy the apple cinnamon pecan caramel French toast for breakfast or the harvest chicken salad from the lunch menu.

Pita Jungle Multiple locations pitajungle.com

Kazimierz Wine & Whiskey Bar is an iconic Old Town Scottsdale speakeasy with a broad selection of wine, whiskey and cocktails. Guests are sure to have a one-of-a-kind experience with the incredible atmosphere and live music while enjoying one of the delicious wines available. Be sure to pair that wine with a charcuterie board, small plate or dessert from the menu.

READER RECOMMENDED

Postino Wine Café

4821 N. Scottsdale Road, 602-428-4444 7030 E. Greenway Parkway, 602-899-1111 postinowinecafe.com

Terroir Wine Pub 7001 N. Scottsdale Road 480-922-3470 terroirwinepub.com

BOTTLE SERVICE

Boondocks

4341 N. 75th Street 480-949-8454, boondocksaz.com

Boondocks Patio & Grill has everything guests need for a coveted VIP night with its superb bottle service. When they book the bottle service, they can choose from vodka, tequila, scotch whiskey, gin, rum and Champagne. Prices start at $300 for Captain Morgan all the way up to $800 for Dom Perignon. Be sure to enjoy the tasty menu, pool tables, bag toss, dart boards, ping pong, basketball pop shot, skee-ball, select arcade games and live music as well.

READER RECOMMENDED

New York Bagels & Bialys

Multiple locations nybagelsnbialys.com

Olive & Ivy

7135 E. Camelback Road 480-751-2200 oliveandivyrestaurant.com

READER RECOMMENDED

Bottled Blonde

7340 E. Indian Plaza 480-970-1112 bottledblondepizzeria.com

Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row

4420 N. Saddlebag Trail 480-945-4200 dierkswhiskeyrow.com

FAST-FOOD BURGER

In-N-Out Burger

7467 E. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard 1-800-786-1000, in-n-out.com

In-N-Out creates its burgers the old-fashioned way, with ingredients that are not frozen, pre-packaged or microwaved. The team at In-N-Out strives for top-quality service and food. A must-try is the not-so-secret menu options, including the 3X3, 4X4, and animal- and protein-style burgers.

READER RECOMMENDED

Five Guys

15435 N. Scottsdale Road 480-991-4400 fiveguys.com

LOCAL BURGER

Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers

Multiple locations coldbeers.com

Culvers

8668 E. Shea Boulevard 480-636-8480 culvers.com

MEXICAN FOOD

Ajo Al’s Mexican Café

9393 N. 90th Street, 480-860-2611 6990 E. Shea Boulevard, 480-998-1734 ajoals.com

Since 1986, Ajo Al’s Mexican café has prided itself on an extensive menu of Mexican food including appetizers, soups, salads, pizzas, fajitas, combos and desserts. Try the Al’s Original, pollo con queso, made with a crisp chimi covered in melted cheddar and spiced cream cheese. It also has gluten-friendly selections available.

READER RECOMMENDED

Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers is the place to find hand-crafted, made-from-scratch burgers. Only the freshest ingredients are used in their kitchen and every burger is hand-formed and cooked to order. Guests can build their own burger or select from 14 options, including the Rocky Point burger made with pepper jack, guacamole, pico de gallo, jalapeños and sour cream. Do not forget to pair the burger with one of the many drinking options available as well.

READER

Zinburger

15257 N. Scottsdale Road 480-285-0690 zinburgeraz.com

RECOMMENDED

R.T. O’Sullivan’s Pub

7919 E. Thomas Road 480-307-6533 rtosullivans.com

TACOS

Barrio Queen

7114 E. Stetson Drive 480-656-4197, barrioqueen.com

Barrio Queen has been serving fresh, traditional Mexican cuisine since it opened in 2011. Customers can’t get enough of the authentic tacos made with locally sourced fresh ingredients. Be sure to try the taco de tinga made with chicken, queso fresco, chipotle tomato sauce, cabbage, crema fresca and cilantro.

READER RECOMMENDED

Blanco Cocina + Cantina

6166 N. Scottsdale Road 480-305-6692 blancococinacantina.com

Los Olivos 7328 E. Second Street 480-946-2256

losolivosrestaurants.com

Los Olivos Mexican Patio 7328 E. Second Street 480-946-2256 losolivosrestaurants.com

Manuel’s

Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

8809 E. Mountain View Road 480-661-1587, manuelsaz.com

Ranch Center 480-860-2611 9393 N. 90th St. Scottsdale, AZ, 85258

Agua Caliente Plaza 480-998-1734 6990 E. Shea Blvd. Scottsdale, AZ, 85254

STEAKHOUSE

Mastro’s Steakhouse

8852 E. Pinnacle Peak Road 480-585-9500 mastrosrestaurants.com

Mastro’s Steakhouse is an upscale, fine dining steakhouse with top-quality steaks and outstanding service. The menu showcases the USDA Prime steaks that are wet-aged for 28 days and cooked in a 1,500-degree broiler served sizzling hot with clarified butter. It also has delicious Wagyu beef available, along with a sizable selection of potatoes and fresh vegetables. Be sure to take note of the dress code.

READER RECOMMENDED

The Capital Grille

16489 N. Scottsdale Road 480-348-1700 thecapitalgrille.com

Bourbon & Bones 4200 N. Scottsdale Road 480-629-4922 bourbonandbones.com

SEAFOOD

Ocean 44

4748 N. Goldwater Boulevard 480-867-0044 ocean44.com

Ocean 44 is an upscale world-class seafood experience. The menu includes chefsourced, high-grade sustainable fresh seafood from around the world. Selections from the menu include oysters, Maine lobster, crab, shrimp, calamari, salmon, tuna and scallops. It has an incredible array of steak choices as well.

READER RECOMMENDED

Mastro’s Ocean Club

15045 N. Kierland Boulevard 480-443-8555 mastrosrestaurants.com

Eddie V’s Prime Seafood

15323 N. Scottsdale Road 480-730-4800 eddiev.com

HEALTHY FOOD

True Food Kitchen

15191 N. Scottsdale Road 480-265-4500

truefoodkitchen.com

True Food Kitchen believes that better food means better living, as described on their website. They have an excellent selection of healthy food on the menu including salads, pizzas, burgers and sandwiches. A must-try is the chicken sausage pizza made with crushed organic DiNapoli tomato, roasted fennel and smoked gouda.

READER RECOMMENDED

Flower Child 10460 N. 90th Street 480-240-4400 iamaflowerchild.com

HAPPY HOUR

Village Tavern

8787 N. Scottsdale Road 480-951-6445 villagetavern.com

You can’t go wrong with happy hour at Village Tavern. From 4 to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, guests enjoy $6.50 top-shelf, $7 wines, $1 off all draft or bottle beers, and $8 to $12 small plates. Try the firecracker shrimp tacos made with fried battered shrimp tossed in sweet chili sauce with mango-cilantro slaw.

READER RECOMMENDED

O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery

15681 N. Hayden Road 480-948-3159 ohsobrewery.com

CRAFT BEER

Fate Brewing Company

1312 N. Scottsdale Road 480-656-9100 fatebrewing.com

The Roaring Fork

4800 N. Scottsdale Road 480-947-0795 roaringfork.com

Pita Jungle Multiple locations pitajungle.com

Fate Brewing Company began with a small seven-barrel brewhouse and 14 barrels of fermentation space in North Scottsdale and has since expanded to a 15-barrel brewhouse with a whopping 180 barrels of fermentation space in South Scottsdale. Fate’s Fateful IPA, Buena Vista Blonde Ale and Fatality are the flagship beers of the Fate brand. They have many other rotating flavors available, and they pair wonderfully with its meals.

READER RECOMMENDED

O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery

15681 N. Hayden Road 480-948-3159 ohsobrewery.com

Craft 64 68 W. Buffalo Street 480-247-3002 craft64.com

O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery

BREWERY

15681 N. Hayden Road 480-948-3159, ohsobrewery.com

O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery has 36 beers on tap, 24 wines by the glass and several signature cocktails to go along with the delicious food menu options, but that’s not all. This location is special because you can take a tour of the distillery, sample the hand-crafted spirits and take home a bottle. One $35 ticket will admit two people for a one-of-a-kind experience.

READER RECOMMENDED

Fate Brewing Company

1312 N. Scottsdale Road 480-656-9100 fatebrewing.com

State 48 Lager House

15600 N. Hayden Road 480-659-0048 state48brewery.com

READER

fun & activities

LIVE BAND/MUSIC VENUE

W Scottsdale

7277 E. Camelback Road 480-970-2100, marriott.com

The W Scottsdale is not only a AAA Four Diamond hotel, it’s an incredible music venue. Every Thursday through Saturday starting at 9 p.m., The Living Room transforms into a trendy lounge where guests can grab a drink while listening to local and national artists perform.

READER RECOMMENDED

Old Town Tavern

7320 E. Scottsdale Mall 480-945-2882 oldtowntavernaz.com

Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row

4420 N. Saddlebag Trail 480-945-4200 dierkswhiskeyrow.com

GAME & ENTERTAINMENT CENTER

Mavrix

9139 E. Talking Stick Way 480-291-7500, mavrix.com

Mavrix is the place for an unforgettable day of fun with the family or a night out with friends. There is something for everyone at this entertainment center, including 22 bowling lanes, a stateof-the-art laser tag arena, 85 arcade games, billiards tables and dozens of 4K televisions. Craft beers and custom cocktails are also served at the 5,000-square-foot restaurant and bar that features a chef-curated menu.

READER RECOMMENDED

Topgolf

9500 E. Talking Stick Way 480-240-2402 topgolf.com

OdySea Aquarium

9500 E. Vía de Ventura 480-291-8000 odyseaaquarium.com

VENUE TO GO DANCING

Rusty Spur Saloon

7245 E. Main Street 480-425-7787, rustyspursaloon.com

A registered historical landmark, Rusty Spur Saloon was established in 1951 and was the first bar in Scottsdale. Along with a wonderful selection of lunch time food and drinks, Rusty Spur offers some of the best local live country music and dancing seven nights a week. Be sure to try the prickly pear margarita.

READER RECOMMENDED

Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row

4420 N. Saddlebag Trail 480-945-4200 dierkswhiskeyrow.com

Handlebar J

7116 E. Becker Lane 480-948-0110 handlebarj.com

DJ

DJ Thomas James facebook.com/djthomasjames

DJ Thomas James brings exciting energy to any event, and he has all the experience to pack those dance floors. His high-powered music preferences include electro-house, progressive-house, trap-house and twerk. His lively danceable music can get any party hopping as he puts the life in Scottsdale’s nightlife.

READER RECOMMENDED

DJ Miss Mixx 480-382-2733 missmixx.com

Ramsey the Great DJ Productions 480-747-0633 ramseythegreatdj.com

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

Topgolf

9500 E. Talking Stick Way 480-240-2402, topgolf.com

Topgolf is a sports entertainment complex that highlights an incredible high-tech golf game. The facilities include a bar and restaurant, more than 100 all-weather bays, over 200 HDTVs, free Wi-Fi, and a rooftop terrace with fire pits. Reservations are recommended, but they are not required. There are also opportunities for parties and private events.

READER RECOMMENDED

Harkins Theatres

Multiple locations harkins.com

OdySea Aquarium

9500 E. Vía de Ventura 480-291-8000 odyseaaquarium.com

BOUTIQUE HOTEL

Hotel Valley Ho

6850 E. Main Street 480-376-2600 hotelvalleyho.com

Hotel Valley Ho is where midcentury-modern architecture meets cool and contemporary. The hotel opened in 1956 as a hotspot for famous Hollywood legends. The hotel was restored to its original splendor in 2005 and has been going strong ever since. With the ZUZU restaurant, VH Spa and the OH Pool, guests are sure to have an amazing time at this boutique hotel.

READER RECOMMENDED

The Saguaro Scottsdale now called Sonder The Monarch 4000 N. Drinkwater Boulevard 617-300-0956 sonder.com

HOTEL/RESORT

The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort, Scottsdale

6000 E. Camelback Road 480-941-8200, thephoenician.com

The Scott Resort & Spa 4925 N. Scottsdale Road 800-528-7867 thescottresort.com

GOLF COURSE

TPC Scottsdale

17020 N. Hayden Road 480-585-4334 tpc.com/Scottsdale

The Stadium Course at TPC Scottsdale is the PGA tour stop with the largest crowds of any golf event in the world — the WM Phoenix Open. The 16th hole is the party coliseum with 17,000 seats. The Stadium Course gives amateurs a shot at playing the same greens as the pros.

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Grayhawk Golf Club

8620 E. Thompson Peak Parkway 480-502-1800 grayhawkgolf.com

Legend Trails

9462 E. Legendary Lane 480-488-7434 legendtrailgc.com

The Phoenician is a luxurious AAA Five Diamond resort at the base of Camelback Mountain. Amenities include lavish guest rooms, suites and casitas with eight dining venue options, a spa and an 18-hole golf course. It boasts the finest amenities and personal care products, and an unmatched attention to detail to ensure guests have an amazing stay.

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess – TIE 7575 E. Princess Drive 480-585-4848 fairmont.com

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Four Seasons – TIE 10600 E. Crescent Moon Drive 480-515-5700 fourseasons.com

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch

7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Road 480-444-1234, hyatt.com

SPECIALTY MUSEUM

MIM

Musical Instrument Museum

4725 E. Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix 480-478-6000 mim.org

The MIM is an Arizona treasure and a one-of-a-kind experience. While in the Musical Instrument Museum, guests can explore music from around the world and see over 8,000 instruments on display from more than 200 world countries. Be sure to check out the Target Gallery that includes traveling shows, special engagements and changing exhibitions.

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Scottsdale Museum of the West 3830 N. Marshall Way 480-686-9539 scottsdalemuseumwest.org

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art 7374 E. 2nd Street 480-874-4666, smoca.org

GROUP ACTIVITY

Octane Raceway

9119 E. Talking Stick Way 602-302-7223, octaneraceway.com

Octane Raceway is filled with ways to create the most amazing group experience. It has highspeed kart racing up to 45 mph on a demanding road course, a free-roam multiplayer VR arena, a full arcade and axe throwing. It also has the newly refurbished Brickyard Grill with fresh and sensibly priced starters, entrées and drinks.

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Topgolf

9500 E. Talking Stick Way 480-240-2402 topgolf.com

OdySea Aquarium

9500 E. Vía de Ventura 480-291-8000 odyseaaquarium.com

ART GALLERY

Wilde Meyer Gallery

4142 N. Marshall Way 480-945-2323, wildemeyer.com

The Wilde Meyer Gallery has revolving exhibits of original contemporary fine art with subjects like abstracts, landscapes, figurative and contemporary Western. The various types of art in the gallery include paintings, bronzes, sculptures and more from artists like Sherri Belassen, Timothy Chapman, Lance Green and Diane Barbee. Be sure to check out its event calendar for all the exciting exhibitions coming soon.

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Bonner David Galleries

ANNUAL SCOTTSDALE EVENT

WM Phoenix Open

TPC Scottsdale Stadium Course

17020 N. Hayden Road, wmphoenixopen.com

The WM Phoenix Open is a professional golf tournament on the PGA Tour held at the TPC Scottsdale Stadium Course. The weeklong tournament is usually held in early February and brings in more than 700,000 golf enthusiasts. The most popular hole during the tournament is the 16th hole with stadium seating for 17,000 rowdy fans.

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Barrett-Jackson

15555 N. 79th Place 480-421-6694, barrett-jackson.com

SCOTTSDALE

HOLIDAY ACTIVITY

Christmas Lights at Hotel Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

7575 E. Princess Drive 480-585-4848 christmasattheprincess.com

Guests are sure to have a magical time at the Christmas Lights at Hotel Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. The event boasts 65 acres of Christmas magic with 6.5 million lights, 128 fire pits and igloos, six lovable Christmas characters, a 95-foot-tall Ferris wheel and an outdoor ice rink. This season, it runs through Jan. 2.

Spring Training Baseball cactusleague.com

7040 E. Main Street 480-941-8500 bonnerdavid.com

Art One Gallery

4130 N. Marshall Way 480-946-5076 artonegalleryinc.com

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Holiday Lights at McCormick Stillman RR Park 7301 E. Indian Bend Road 480-312-2312 therailroadpark.com/event/holiday-lights/

Scottsdale Santa Crawl in Old Town scottsdalesantacrawl.weebly.com

PLACE TO ESCAPE

Harkins Theatres

Multiple locations, harkins.com

Harkins Theatres is the place to be when Scottsdale hits those triple-digit temperatures. Kick back in one of its comfortable reclining seats in the air-conditioned theaters and enjoy the show. A wide range of concessions are available and even cocktails, spirits, beers and local wines are offered at some locations.

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MIM

Musical Instrument Museum

4725 E. Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix 480-478-6000 mim.org

Polar Play Ice Bar at OdySea Aquarium

9500 E. Vía de Ventura 480-291-8000, odyseaaquarium.com

CHURCH/PLACE TO WORSHIP

Scottsdale Bible Church

7601 E. Shea Boulevard 480-824-7200, scottsdalebible.com

Scottsdale Bible Church is a nondenominational church with four campuses across the Valley that welcomes people of all ages and backgrounds. SBC strives to be a place where people can connect, find purpose, and grow in relationships with God and others. Service times are 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sundays.

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McDowell Mountain Community Church

10700 N. 124th Street 480-314-2400 mcdowell.church

Gateway Church

15020 N. Hayden Road 480-426-8779 gatewaylife.com

BEST-KEPT SECRET PLACE IN SCOTTSDALE

Cafe Monarch

6939 E. First Avenue 480-970-7682, cafemonarch.com

The fine dining experience at Cafe Monarch is created to be one of a kind and extraordinary. Cafe Monarch prides itself on an ever-changing menu of innovative culinary creations that feature nothing but the finest in premium fresh, local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients, as described on its website. Every server at Cafe Monarch is trained as a sommelier and will help you select your ideal wine to pair with your meal.

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AZ/88

7353 E. Scottsdale Mall 480-994-5576 az88.com

FUNERAL HOME

Messinger Mortuary

7601 E. Indian School Road 480-945-9521, messingermortuary.com

Kazimierz Wine & Whiskey Bar

7137 E. Stetson Drive 480-946-3004 kazbarscottsdale.com

Messinger Mortuary offers a complete range of funeral and cremation services delivered with the highest standards of care, compassion and dignity. The facility has a courtyard reception room with a state-of-the-art video and sound system, full catering kitchen, and seating for up to 100 people. The area is exquisitely landscaped and maintained with plenty of parking.

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Hansen Desert Hills Mortuary & Cemetery 6500 E. Bell Road 480-991-5800, hansenmortuary.com

NONPROFIT

Green Acres Mortuary & Cemetery 401 N. Hayden Road 928-588-5861 dignitymemorial.com

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale strives to enable all young people — especially those who need help the most — to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens. It provides a world-class club experience that assures success is within reach of every young person who enters its doors, and it helps get them on track to graduate from high school with a plan for the future.

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Make-A-Wish

2901 N. 78th Street 602-395-9474 wish.org/arizona

Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center 27026 N. 156th Street 480-471-9109, southwestwildlife.org

business & services

AIR CONDITIONING/ REPAIR SERVICE

Scottsdale Air Heating & Cooling

4713 N. 44th Street, Phoenix 480-467-3586, scottsdaleair.com

Scottsdale Air Heating & Cooling has been delivering the highest level of service for your HVAC needs for more than 70 years. The experienced technicians can replace or repair your unit and get you back to living comfortably at reasonable prices. It offers a Lifetime Workmanship Warranty with every new install, but the staff assures the job is done right the first time.

JEWELRY STORE

E.D. Marshall Jewelers

10261 N. Scottsdale Road 480-922-1968, edmarshalljewelers.com

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Collins Commercial Services 16413 N. 91st Street 1-844-462-6554, collins-cs.com

PlumbSmart

Plumbing Heating and Air 3010 E. Main Street, Mesa 480-654-8865, itsjustplumbsmart.com

PLACE TO SHOP

Scottsdale

Fashion Square

7014 E. Camelback Road 480-941-2140, fashionsquare.com

Scottsdale Fashion Square is an upscale shopping center with over 240 specialty stores and restaurants, as explained on its website. Stores include Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Dillard’s, Macy’s, Burberry and Coach, to name a few. Guests have many options to choose from for dining, including Shake Shack, Panda Express, Fired Pie, Chipotle and Ocean 44.

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Kierland Commons

15205 N. Kierland Boulevard 480-348-1577, kierlandcommons.com

Scottsdale

Quarter

15279 N. Scottsdale Road 480-270-8123, scottsdalequarter.com

Started in 1971, E.D. Marshall Jewelers has been setting the bar high for jewelers. Its inventory has the finest diamonds, sapphires, rubies and emeralds as well as South Sea pearls, estate jewelry, new and pre-owned luxury watches and original designs in the market. It also has professional buyers for customers looking to sell fine jewelry, watches, coins and collectibles.

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Scottsdale Fine Jewelers

9301 E. Shea Boulevard 480-767-6810 scottsdalefinejewelers.com

GARAGE DOOR SERVICE

A-1 Garage Door Service

3254 E. Broadway Road, Phoenix 480-757-3550, a1garage.com

Ganem Jewelers

18560 N. Scottsdale Road 480-820-1122 ganemjewelers.com

A-1 Garage Door Service is dedicated to keeping garage doors running efficiently. It offers many residential and commercial services, including garage door installation, repair, replacement, garage door opener service and spring replacement. Its garage door repair experts are trained in all types of repairs and have years of experience working with every kind of garage door system.

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Nate’s Garage DoorsService, Repair & Installation

8608 E. Coronado Road 480-559-7177, natedoors.com

Desert Garage Doors AZ 2700 N. Hayden Road 602-344-9322 desertgaragedoorsaz.com

CLOTHING BOUTIQUE

Posh Boutique Scottsdale

8787 N. Scottsdale Road 602-369-0203, poshnorth.com

Posh Boutique Scottsdale offers the most recent fashion trends at reasonable prices. The boutique offers an impressive inventory of clothing, handbags, shoes and more. As it describes on its website, the team at Posh has a goal to make it into more than just a boutique; they want to provide exceptional customer service and that personal touch that every shopper hopes to experience.

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Charmed Avenue

6137 N. Scottsdale Road 480-800-7944, charmedavenue.com

Stephanie’s Boutique

4821 N. Scottsdale Road 602-508-0848, shopstephanies.com

BARBER/HAIR SALON

V’s Barbershop

9397 E. Shea Boulevard 480-767-3443 vbarbershop.com

Founded in 1999, V’s Barbershop brings the old-fashioned barbershop into the modern era. It offers many services as you sit in the authentic barber chairs, including traditional or modern haircuts, old-fashioned hot lather and straightedge razor shaves, and head and neck massages. The goal at V’s barbershop is to provide guests a first-class barber shop experience at a reasonable price.

CONSIGNMENT STORE

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Pucci Day Spa

7293 N. Scottsdale Road 480-443-3030 puccisalon.com

Rumors Salon

7001 N. Scottsdale Road 480-998-1888 rumorssalonaz.com

Avery Lane

15613 N. Greenway Hayden Loop 480-991-0700, averylanehome.com

Avery Lane has a 30,000-square-foot showroom with a treasure trove of one-of-a-kind designer furnishings, antiquities and collectible art. It specializes in designer brands and lightly used items with the inventory changing frequently. The team at Avery Lane strives each day to give their consigners and shoppers and incredible experience.

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My Sister’s Closet

23269 N. Pima Road 480-419-6242 6204 N. Scottsdale Road 480-443-4575 mysisterscloset.com

MANICURE/PEDICURE

Desert Nail Spa Kierland

6501 E. Greenway Parkway 480-951-6503 desertnailspa.com/greenway

Desert Nail Spa Kierland focuses on pampering customers with luxurious manicures and pedicures at reasonable prices. It has basic manicures and pedicures along with more lavish options. Services include acrylic, dip powder and gel polish nails. Guests enjoy the state-ofthe-art massage pedicure chairs. Desert Nail has an exhaust system keeping guests safe from harmful dust and fumes.

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Scottsdale Hand and Foot Spa

9397 E. Shea Boulevard 480-614-4435 scottsdalehandfootspa.com

Scottsdale Nails

15029 N. Thompson Peak Parkway 480-657-9101 scottsdalenailsbyajs.com

Stevans Fine Furniture Consignment

7995 E. Paradise Lane 480-607-0143 stevansaz.com

ROOFING

Behmer Roofing & Sheet Metal Co.

7457 E. Adobe Drive 480-445-9240, behmerroofing.com

Behmer Roofing & Sheet Metal Co. has over 35 years of experience providing residential and commercial roofing services in the Scottsdale area. The team at Behmer is experienced in tile, asphalt shingle, metal and flat roofing. Behmer Roofing operates with the principles of giving back to the community, high-quality work, remaining committed to providing honest assessments and never upselling customers.

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Triangle Roofing Company

9419 E. San Salvador Drive 602-843-7663 triangleroofing.com

Circle G Roofing 7349 N. Paseo Del Sur 602-791-6415 circlegroofing.com

t cocktail parties, on the tee box and amongst the ladies who lunch, there’s a subtle whisper about an unusual design mecca Consignment. The valley’s most savvy shoppers and discerning designers are regulars

at Avery Lane Fine Consignments and they are rewarded with great deals on one-of-akind home décor. Avery Lane’s design style is “Paris Apartment” which is a curated aesthetic of items collected from a lifetime of international travels, inherited from generations or salvaged when the flat upstairs was vacated. And, the 30,000 sq. ft. of inventory is like a Parisian merry-go-round constantly changing and revolving. Come check it out … sit for a spell … we’ll pour the champagne.

CLEANING SERVICES

Distinguished Manor

1-806-282-8373, dm-az.com

Distinguished Manor takes the hassle out of home cleaning. The highly trained team has the experience to clean, disinfect and treat a wide variety of materials and furniture found in homes. It provides reasonably priced housekeeping services, with options of weekly, biweekly and monthly cleanings. It stresses on its website that customer satisfaction is of the utmost importance, and it invites feedback to ensure expectations are met.

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Helping Hands House Cleaning 480-250-1218

Pure Cleaning

6991 E. Camelback Road 480-238-2701 purecleaningpros.com

HOME FURNISHINGS

Buffalo Collection

7044 E. Fifth Avenue 480-946-3903, buffalocollection.com

Buffalo Collection has an incredible selection of genuine American Buffalo leather furniture. The store boasts soft and durable buffalo leather combined with the craftsmanship of its strong hardwood frames, eight-way hand-tied springs and down-topped cushions. The heirloom-quality pieces — sofas, loveseats, chairs, recliners and ottomans — are on display in their breathtaking showroom.

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Copenhagen Imports

15804 N. Scottsdale Road 480-367-6401 copenhagenliving.com

La-Z Boy Home Furnishings

15836 N. Scottsdale Road 602-426-5292 la-z-boy.com

HOME SERVICES

Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting

8340 E. Raintree Drive 480-556-0103, fergusonshowrooms.com

Homeowners can find the perfect products for their homes at Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting. Along with a caring and well-informed staff, it has a wide selection of the latest lighting fixtures, kitchen and bath sinks, kitchen stoves and refrigerators. It has expert product consultants who can help guide customers to products that fit the scope of their job and budget.

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PlumbSmart Plumbing Heating and Air

3010 E. Main Street, Mesa 480-654-8865 itsjustplumbsmart.com

Jetta

Bath & Kitchen

15250 N. Hayden Road 480-596-1925 jettabathandkitchen.com

PERSONAL TRAINER

Basic Training, Bill Crawford

4390 N. Miller Road 480-874-8008 basictrainingscottsdale.com

Bill Crawford has owned and operated Basic Training with his wife, Debbie, since 1997. He is a personal trainer dedicated to helping clients achieve their fitness goals. Every client who joins the MedX Strength Training Facility at basic training gets personal instruction, education and a comprehensive personal weight resistance exercise routine. The facility is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment that he has hand-picked and tested.

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Foley

Kim Fisher divaoverfifty.com

READER RECOMMENDED GeneralCents

20715 N. Pima Road 480-281-2861 generalcents.com

Scottsdale CPAS PLLC 10733 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard 480-874-3100 scottsdale-cpas.com

Bill was inducted into the National Fitness Hall of Fame in 2012 for his life’s work and accomplishments in fitness.

Over 45 years experience.

NEW BUSINESS

Rockefeller 8260 N. Hayden Road 480-687-3757, rockefellerscottsdale.com

Rockefeller is a restaurant and bar experience not to be missed. The locally owned business features signature cocktails and an expertly selected wine list along with a small bites and entrée menu where the classics meet inventive seafood-centric dishes. Be sure to try the grilled octopus or the butternut squash risotto.

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Etta: Scottsdale Quarter 15301 N. Scottsdale Road 480-939-4444 ettarestaurant.com

Chickadees Chicken and Fries 4435 N. Buckboard Trail 480-687-7319 eatchickadees.com

LAWYER/LAW

Suzuki Law Offices

FIRM

2929 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix 602-714-1215, suzukilawoffices.com

The attorneys for Suzuki Law Offices pride themselves on being there when you need them the most. They specialize in car accidents and criminal defense while taking an individualized approach to each case. Suzuki Law is available to help 24 hours a day and will review your case with an initial consultation at no cost.

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Berry Riddell

6750 E. Camelback Road 480-385-2727, berryriddell.com

ARCHITECT/

ARCHITECTURAL FIRM

Candelaria Design Associates

6900 E. Camelback Road 602-604-2001, candelariadesign.com

Rose Law

7144 E. Stetson Drive 480-505-3936, roselawgroup.com

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Scottsdale Fine Jewelers

9301 E. Shea Boulevard 480-767-6810, scottsdalefinejewelers.com

Scottsdale Fine Jewelers is family owned and operated and ready to help with all your jewelry needs. While it has plenty of jewelry in stock to purchase, it also has on-site goldsmiths who create custom designs and repair jewelry every day. It also buys gold and old jewelry and can repurpose it into something new.

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Nothing Bundt Cakes, North Scottsdale

17025 N. Scottsdale Road 480-502-8900 nothingbundtcakes.com

White Chocolate Grille

7000 E. Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix 480-563-3377 whitechocolategrill.com

Candelaria Design Associates have been designing spectacular dream homes since 1999. The company is comprised of a team of dedicated architects, designers and support staff all sharing the same values of personal customer service, quality design, and building friendships along the way. The breathtaking Candelaria home designs are made to be so much more than just a structure of brick and mortar; they are meant to represent the wishes, memories and souls of clients.

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PHX Architecture

15990 N. Greenway Hayden Loop 480-477-1111, phxarch.com

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AAK Architecture & Interiors 7585 E. Redfield Road 480-588-5852, aakaii.com

REAL ESTATE AGENCY/ AGENT

BVO Luxury Group

7702 E. Doubletree Ranch Road 602-989-1287, bvoluxury.com

The team at BVO Luxury Group are experienced and licensed real estate agents ready to help you with all your luxury real estate needs including buying, selling and investing. BVO uses its vast knowledge of marketing and negotiation skills to give clients a competitive edge in the market. It has a proven track record of delivering results quickly while having a direct line of communication with clients.

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Mike Wolfe - Reality Executives

10607 N. Hayden Road 480-948-9450 realtyexecutives.com/agents/mike-wolfe

My Home Group

8360 E. Raintree Drive 480-685-2760 myhomegroup.com

Former Assistant United States Attorney and Maricopa Deputy County Attorney.

PLACE TO EXERCISE

Basic Training

4390 N. Miller Road 480-874-8008, basictrainingscottsdale.com

Locally owned and operated by Bill and Debbie Crawford, Basic Training has been helping clients achieve their fitness goals since 1997. Every client who joins the MedX Strength Training Facility at Basic Training gets personal instruction, education and a comprehensive personal weight resistance exercise routine. The facility is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment he has hand-picked and tested.

PET GROOMER

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Mountainside Fitness

Multiple locations mountainsidefitness.com

EōS Fitness Multiple locations eosfitness.com

PLACE TO WORK

Mayo Clinic

13400 E. Shea Boulevard, Phoenix 480-301-8000, mayoclinic.org

Mayo Clinic is designated the No. 1 hospital in the United States by U.S. News & World Report for 2022-23. It has many job opportunities for physicians, health professionals, nonmedical professionals and remote workers. The Mayo Clinic offers benefit packages and a workplace that supports diversity, equity and inclusion. It also provides many opportunities to learn and grow including internships and fellowship programs.

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Nothing Bundt Cakes, North Scottsdale

17025 N. Scottsdale Road 480-502-8900, nothingbundtcakes.com

City of Scottsdale

3939 N. Drinkwater Boulevard 480-312-3111 scottsdaleaz.gov

My Dogs Hair Salon

7117 E. Mercer Lane 480-951-9402, mydogshairsalon.com

The groomers at My Dogs Hair Salon take great pride in providing you with the best grooming experience for your pet. The team will work hard to give their clients’ pets the individual look they want that will assuredly bring out the essence of its personality. They groom dogs and cats in their facility.

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Oh My Dog

7137 E. Stetson Drive 480-874-1200 ohmydogboutique.com

VETERINARIAN/ HOSPITAL

Adobe Animal Hospital

7712 E. Indian School Road 480-990-9561, adobeanimalhospital.com

Adobe Animal Hospital is a full-service companion animal hospital committed to providing quality veterinary care throughout the life of your pet, as described on its website. It offers a range of services including preventative care along with complete medical and surgical care in their state-of-the-art facility. The team at Adobe Animal Hospital knows the special roles pets have in a family, and they are devoted to becoming a partner in their pets’ health care.

FurBabies

Resort and Spa

7030 E. Indian School Road 480-699-1077 furbabiesresort.com

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Scottsdale Animal Healthcare, Veterinary Hospital

18291 N. Pima Road 480-538-9000 scottsdaleanimalhealthcare.com

Scottsdale Ranch Animal Hospital

9993 N. 95th Way 480-573-8143 srah.com

CAR DEALERSHIP

Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale

4725 N. Scottsdale Road 480-409-0409, mbscottsdale.com

Family owned for more than 45 years, Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale can help drivers find the perfect vehicle. It has new and certified pre-owned vehicles available and has a service department to keep your vehicle running smooth. Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale prides itself on having an extremely knowledgeable and caring staff to help with any concerns or questions.

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Bell Lexus

18555 N. Scottsdale Road 480-502-5000 belllexusnorthscottsdale.com

Penske Auto Mall

Multiple locations penskeautomall.com

FINANCIAL PLANNING SERVICES

URA Group AZ - John Kieber - Steve Mallory 14300 N. Northsight Boulevard 480-448-6270, uragroupaz.com

URA Group AZ is an independent firm of financial advisors devoted to creating comprehensive retirement goals for pre-retirees and retirees. The URA Group AZ has a fiduciary license, and that high standard means they will always do what is best for the client. They always put a client’s interests first by offering the most up-to-date, innovative and valuable strategies, products and services available.

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Scottsdale Wealth Advisory 8501 N. Scottsdale Road 480-247-9090 scottsdalewealthadvisory.com

Wilde Wealth Management Group 7025 N. Scottsdale Road 800-394-9416 wildewealth.com

SENIOR LIVING

Vi at Silverstone

23005 N. 74th Street 1-888-253-7406, viliving.com

When it comes to an incredible retirement, Vi at Silverstone has everything you need. Vi at Silverstone welcomes guests to an inspired lifestyle with experiences that encourage discovery, activities that create social connectedness and countless opportunities to make new friends. Amenities include an incredible Longview Garden, community spaces, dog park, putting course, movie theater, library, swimming pools, salon and spa.

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Maravilla Scottsdale

7325 E. Princess Boulevard 480-531-6269 srgseniorliving.com

Scottsdale Village Square 2620 N. 68th Street 480-900-5754 pacificaseniorliving.com

PAYROLL

GeneralCents

20715 N. Pima Road 480-281-2861, generalcents.com

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Scottsdale CPAs PLLC

10733 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard 480-874-3100 scottsdale-cpas.com

The James Vincent GroupTax and Accountants 9375 E. Shea Boulevard 480-422-9777 jamesvincentgroup.com

FACIAL

Debbie Davis, Sleekskin Aesthetics

10900 N. Scottsdale Road 480-315-1364 sleekskinaz.com

DAY SPA/MASSAGE/LASHES

Sanctuary on Camelback

Since 1998, Debbie Davis has been offering the most current and effective skin care services to her satisfied clients. She focuses on skin health and anti-aging with valuable services like facials, microdermabrasion, dermaplane and Rezenerate microchanneling. Davis’ motto on her website states, “How old you are is your business, how old you look is mine!”

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Hand & Stone Massage Facial SpaOld Town Scottsdale

7620 E. Indian School Road 480-535-8331 handandstoneoldtownscottsdale.com

SkinFit

7526 E. Second Street 480-518-5463 skinfitaz.com

5700 E. McDonald Drive 1-855-421-3522

sanctuaryoncamelback.com

The Asian-inspired spa at Sanctuary on Camelback takes guests on a relaxing journey of rejuvenation with its signature treatments. Those treatments include massages, facials, whole-body treatments and acupuncture. This sought-after destination spa also has a salon with manicures and pedicures available.

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The Phoenician Spa

6000 E. Camelback Road 480-423-2452 thephoenician.com/spa

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, Old Town Scottsdale 7620 E. Indian School Road 480-535-8331 handandstoneoldtownscottsdale.com

DOGGY DAY CARE/HOTEL

Always Unleashed Pet Resort 7230 E. Adobe Drive 480-767-7046, alwaysunleashed.com

Always Unleashed Pet Resort is an incredible facility that has dog boarding and day care in a cage-free environment. The facility is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and has webcams for clients to check on their dogs. While there, the dogs enjoy a 55-foot beach-entry pool, pool floaties, splash pad, bubblers, agility playground and four waterfalls.

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D Pet Hotels Scottsdale

15060 N. Northsight Boulevard 480-781-4151 scottsdale.dpethotels.com

Romp LLC 11485 N. 136th Street 480-219-9092 rompdogs.com

HOMEBUILDER

Shea Homes

8800 N. Gainey Center Drive 480-933-5840, sheahomes.com

Shea Homes takes pride in being a homebuilder that designs for a variety of needs and goals. It specializes in exceptional service, quality that lasts and innovative design. First-time and experienced homebuyers will be helped every step of the way.

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Blandford Homes

3321 E. Baseline Road, Gilbert 480-892-4492 blandfordhomes.com

Pulte Homes

16767 N. Perimeter Drive 480-391-6000 pulte.com

POOL SERVICE

Aqua Blue Pools and Spas

15455 N. Greenway Hayden Loop 480-797-0292, aquablueaz.com

Aqua Blue Pools and Spas offers superb pool services to residential and commercial accounts across the Valley. Complete weekly pool maintenance includes services such as testing and balancing water chemistry, removing debris, brushing pool walls and steps, vacuuming, emptying baskets and backwashing and more. The caring staff will help customers figure out what service plan will work best for them.

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Crystal Falls Pools

7719 E. Greenway Road 480-315-0809 crystalfallspools.com

Vista Hills Pool Service 480-577-9864 vistahillspoolservice.com

PEST CONTROL

Polite Pest Co. 480-331-5040, politepest.com

The team at Polite Pest Co. can take care of any pest control need. They offer residential and commercial exterminating services for ants, bed bugs, bees, termites, rodents and scorpions. The team uses special techniques based on biology and breeding patterns to eradicate pests.

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Terminix

7845 E. Gelding Drive 623-526-2506, terminix.com

Orkin

7410 E. Helm Drive 480-530-4791, orkin.com

AUTO REPAIR /BODY SHOP

AutoWits

7224 E. McDowell Road 480-949-1200, autowits.com

Highly qualified technicians are at AutoWits to provide exceptional service in a timely manner. They offer a range of services including brake adjustments, air-conditioning repair, tire balancing, engine tune-ups, oil changes, transmission replacements and more. They also have an extensive parts department with a comprehensive inventory of authentic OEM parts.

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Whitey’s Auto Repair

3014 N. Civic Center Plaza 480-947-4863 whiteysauto.com

AAA 15509 N. Hayden Road 602-248-3700 7520 E. McDowell Road 602-248-3750 aaa.com

PLUMBING SERVICE

Collins Commercial Services

16413 N. 91st Street 1-844-462-6554, collins-cs.com

For over 30 years, Collins Commercial Services has been providing plumbing services to satisfied customers. The qualified technicians are experts in drain cleaning, jetting, sewer camera video inspection, finding leaks and more. The team at Collins is driven by wanting to restore comfort in your home. It also offers HVAC and other services.

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Scottsdale Plumbing Company

7214 E. Granada Road 480-945-9583 scottsdaleplumbing.com

AC by J’s HVAC and Plumbing

7595 E. Gray Road 602-536-4088 acbyj.com

Medical & Dental

PLASTIC

Glo MedSpa

SURGERY/BODY

IMPROVEMENT

10505 N. 69th Street, 480-245-6881, glomedspas.com

Founded by Charles Small, BSN, RN, Glo Medspa provides clients with a pleasing atmosphere and attention to every detail. Services include injectables, microdermabrasion, microneedling, various facials, peels and liquid face-lifts, to name a few. The team at Glo Medspa strives to provide amazing results by working with clients to determine their individual needs. Glo Medspa does not believe in over selling products clients do not need.

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The Body Sculpting Center

2255 N. Scottsdale Road 602-639-4338, bodynew.com

DERMATOLOGIST

Dr. Anne Walter, Dermatology & Skin Surgery Specialists

8415 N. Pima Road 480-434-6600, skinspecialistsofaz.com

Dr. Sean Lille 10210 N. 92nd Street 480-661-6197, scottsdaleplasticsurgeon.com

Dr. Anne Walter is a board-certified dermatologist and a fellowship trained Mohs surgeon. She is the co-founder and medical director of Dermatology & Skin Surgery Specialists. Walter strives to achieve optimal skin health and satisfaction in all her patients and is persistent and committed to achieving the desired result for each patient.

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Affiliated Dermatology

7331 E. Osborn Drive 20401 N. 73rd Street 480-556-0446, affderm.com

ORTHODONTICS

Arcadia Orthodontics

5717 E. Thomas Road 480-207-5060, arcadiaorthoaz.com

Advanced Dermatology of Arizona

3302 N. Miller Road, 480-945-6356 8817 E. Bell Road, 480-513-9440 advancedderm.com

Arcadia Orthodontics is committed to helping patients of all ages get a smile they are proud of. The multiple treatment options include Invisalign, clear and traditional braces. It offers a free consultation and will work with patients on financing options. It believes in being honest and transparent and will never pressure you or recommend more expensive treatment than is necessary.

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Stieg & Wachtel Orthodontics

Multiple locations

480-947-0321 stiegandwachtel.com

Affiliated Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics

6868 E. Becker Lane, 480-556-0600 21809 N. Scottsdale Road, 480-949-0332 smilesbyapdo.com

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Spooner Physical Therapy –

Scottsdale

9097 E. Desert Cove Avenue 480-860-4298 7555 E. Osborn Road 480-909-4930 spoonerpt.com

Since 1990, Spooner Physical Therapy has been assisting Valley patients achieve their movement goals. Each individual’s treatment is tailored to their needs for the best possible outcome. With a lively, fun environment that cultivates an engaging experience for mind, body and spirit, patients are promised a great visit.

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RECOMMENDED Foothills Sports Medicine

Physical Therapy

Multiple locations foothillsrehab.com

Banner

Multiple locations bannerhealth.com

SPOONER SCOTTSDALE LOCATIONS:

SPOONER SCOTTSDALE

9097 E Desert Cove Ave, Ste 110 Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Phone: (480) 860-4298

SPOONER OLD TOWN

7555 E Osborn Rd, Ste 200

Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Phone: (480) 909-4930

TO LEARN MORE & TO SCHEDULE, VISIT

WOMEN'S WELLNESS

SottoPelle Therapy

8412 E. Shea Boulevard 323-986-5100, sottopelletherapy.com

SottoPelle Therapy is focused on achieving hormonal balance in women and providing them with a better quality of life. It specializes in bioidentical hormone pellets that release hormones into the blood system 24/7. Hormone replacement therapy can restore a woman’s quality of life by eliminating the frustrating symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes, decreased energy, low sex drive and weight gain.

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The Hormone Zone

9377 E. Bell Road 8700 E. Vía de Ventura 480-526-9452, hormone-zone.com

URGENT CARE

Banner Urgent Care

Multiple Locations urgentcare.bannerhealth.com

Scottsdale

Bioidentical Hormones

8415 N. Pima Road 1-800-775-4902 ext. 308 scottsdalebioidenticaldoctor.com

Banner Urgent Care offers a variety of medical and health services as well as follow-ups. It routinely cares for medical conditions including sinus infections, bronchial infections, strep throat, insect bites and urinary tract infections. The medical professionals there also offer treatments for injuries involving ligament sprains, strains and wounds. It also has flu shots, X-rays, sports physicals, stitches and diagnostic tests available.

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NextCare Urgent Care

Multiple locations nextcare.com

Phoenix Children’s Hospital Urgent Care Scottsdale 6990 E. Shea Boulevard 602-933-0004, phoenixchildrens.org

OB/GYN

North Scottsdale

Women’s Health

9745 N. 90th Place 480-661-1485, nswhobgyn.com

North Scottsdale Women’s Health prides itself on making the health of patients its No. 1 priority. The physicians there strive to provide the most comprehensive and up-to-date gynecological and obstetrics services, including hysterectomies; dilation and curettage; tubal ligations; and solutions for treating polyps, endometriosis, pelvic pain and menopause.

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Dr. Ann Langer, Arizona Women’s Care

9823 N. 95th Street 480-207-3907 arizonawomenscare.com

Dr. Anita Bernhard, Valley Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates PC 5111 N. Scottsdale Road 480-945-6583 valleyobgyn.md

BESTOF 2022

We approach men’s wellness from the natural perspective of prompting the body to heal itself through exercise, healthy lifestyle, and nutrition. No drugs, needles, invasive procedures, or unproven, unstudied experimental protocols. Our methods produce a cascade of positive physiological events that further overall improvements in men’s health, wellness and quality of life.

CHIROPRACTOR

Dr. Chris Judge, The Joint Hilton Village

6107 N. Scottsdale Road 480-426-8405, thejoint.com

Dr. Christopher Judge is a fourth-generation chiropractor with over 40 practicing chiropractors in his family. Judge grew up in Scottsdale and attended Chaparral High School. He was a licensed massage therapist and fitness trainer for over 12 years before earning his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Palmer College of Chiropractic. Judge is dedicated to family chiropractic and spine health.

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Dr. Jon Tanner Chiropractic & Acupuncture

33755 N. Scottsdale Road 480-595-6100, doctortanner.com

EYE CARE

Scottsdale Eye Physicians and Surgeons

7550 E. Second Street 480-994-1872, scottsdaleeye.com

Secrest Family Chiropractic

3350 N. Hayden Road 480-994-4411 secrestfamilychiropractic.com

Scottsdale Eye Physicians and Surgeons are ready to help with all your eye care needs. Board-certified ophthalmologist and surgeon Dr. Dennis L. Kilpatrick and optometrist Dr. Lewis Eyrich pride themselves on delivering accurate diagnoses, offering effective treatment options and providing ongoing care to keep your eyes healthy. They also have an in-house optical boutique to pick out your perfect frames.

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Eyecare Plus Scottsdale

4441 N. 75th Street 480-947-4349 eyecareplusaz.com

MEN'S WELLNESS

Basic Training Scottsdale

4390 N. Miller Road 480-874-8008, basictrainingscottsdale.com

Basic Training has been helping men achieve their fitness goals since 1997. Every client who joins the MedX Strength Training Facility at Basic Training gets personal instruction, education and a comprehensive personal weight resistance exercise routine. The facility is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment that has been hand-picked and tested by Bill Crawford, the winner on this list for Best Personal Trainer.

Dr. Gabe Perry

20201 N. Scottsdale Healthcare Drive 480-419-3937 grayhawkeye.com

READER RECOMMENDED

SottoPelle

8412 E. Shea Boulevard 323-986-5100, sottopelletherapy.com

Ageless Men’s Health

14010 N. Northsight Boulevard 480-443-0384, agelessmenshealth.com

HOSPITAL/MEDICAL CENTER

HonorHealth Shea

9003 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale 480-323-3000, honorhealth.com

HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center delivers up-to-date inpatient and outpatient care and emergency treatment for a variety of injuries and illnesses. The medical center has 427 beds, women’s services, labor and delivery, cardiology, orthopedics, neurology and oncology services, a dedicated pediatric emergency department, pediatric ICU and a Level III neonatal ICU.

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Mayo Clinic

13400 E. Shea Boulevard 480-301-8000 mayoclinic.org

RECOMMENDED

HonorHealth Scottsdale

Osborn Medical Center

7400 E. Osborn Road 480-882-4000 honorhealth.com

AUDIOLOGIST

Valley ENT

Multiple Locations, azvent.com

The multi-practice physician group Valley ENT specializes in otolaryngology, allergy, audiology and facial plastics. It has a team of 39 board-certified otolaryngologists, two board-certified allergist/immunologists, 22 audiologists and five physician assistants providing otolaryngologic care to adults and children. They can treat and diagnose a wide range of issues including hearing and balance disorders, nasal and sinus conditions, allergies, voice and swallowing problems, and obstructive sleep apnea.

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A&A Audiology

3226 N. Miller Road 480-770-5444 aaaudiology.com

DENTIST

Arcadia Pediatric Dental

5717 E. Thomas Road 480-207-5070 arcadiapediatricdental.com

Better Hearing

4807 E. Greenway Road 602-830-8314 better-hearing.net

Arcadia Pediatric Dental prides itself on providing high-quality dental services for children in a fun and family-friendly space. The dentists here are board-certified pediatric dentists, which means they have specialty training to provide children with the highest level of specialized care. The doctors here are parents as well, and they treat all the patients as they would their own children.

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Caren Hull, DDS

2601 N. Hayden Road 480-947-3747 drcarenhull.com

Dr. Brent Call

8147 E. Evans Road 480-443-3552 dentalrejuvenator.com

education

CHILD CARE CENTER

Scottsdale Child Care & Learning Center at Raintree

13831 N. 94th Street 480-860-9500, scottsdaledaycare.com

The staff at Scottsdale Child Care & Learning Center at Raintree is focused on providing a nurturing space where children can build a foundation for continued learning. In addition to academic learning, the staff teaches values and life skills including how to make good choices, work independently, display proper manners, how to take responsibility, sharing, empathy, caring, honesty and respect, as described on the website.

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Whiz Kids

7214 E. Jenan Drive, 480-999-0944

11090 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard 480-999-4503 whizkidzpreschool.com

Children’s Learning Adventure

14775 N. Scottsdale Road 480-771-7539 childrenslearningadventure.com

PRESCHOOL

Whiz Kidz

7214 E. Jenan Drive, 480-999-0944

11090 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard, 480-999-4503 whizkidzpreschool.com

The highly trained teachers at Whiz Kidz preschool pride themselves on providing children with the skills they need for success. The preschool has a range of benefits available including a developmentally appropriate curriculum to support your child’s learning, healthy meals and snacks to feed growing brains, camera-monitored classrooms, outdoor play and spacious classrooms.

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Kiddie Kampus

3201 N. Hayden Road 480-947-9261 kiddiekampusaz.com

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER

Patty Malley, First grade

Cochise Elementary School

9451 N. 84th Street 480-484-1100 susd.org/Cochise

Patty Malley has been teaching since 2006 and joined Cochise Elementary in 2012. She has master’s degrees in education and school leadership, both from NAU. She is also a National Board Certified Teacher. Teaching is interestingly her second career. She started out in sales, then realized she wanted to do something more fulfilling with her life. “Both of my parents are lifelong educators, so I soon realized it was in my blood,” she explained. “I love teaching, especially first graders. I love helping children learn to read and seeing the light bulbs go off as they realize they are truly readers.”

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Wayne Tarter, Music Sequoya Elementary

11808 N. 64th Street 480-484-3200 susd.org/Domain/34

Kelly Ackridge, STEAM

Laguna Elementary

10475 E. Lakeview Drive 480-484-2400 susd.org/laguna

Welcome to Whiz Kidz Preschool, when you join us, you’re joining a community, a school family.

a Infant - PreK programs

a All inclusive: Nutritious meals, diapers wipes & enrichment classes (Art, PE, Music, Gardening)

a Curriculum: Whole child approach with focus on social emotional development and kinder readness.

Rancho Solano Preparatory School 5656 E. Greenway Road 602-996-7002 ranchosolano.com

PRIVATE SCHOOL

Notre Dame Prep

9701 E. Bell Road 480-634-8200, ndpsaints.org

The Catholic High School Notre Dame Preparatory has a vision to provide the highest-quality educational experience by offering student-centered learning opportunities, which develop the whole mind, body and soul of the students. It is dedicated to the promotion of academic excellence and the pursuit of holiness through the shared values of reverence, respect and responsibility, out of love for Jesus Christ.

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Phoenix Country Day School

3901 E. Stanford Drive, Paradise Valley 602-955-8200, pcds.org

International School of Arizona – TIE 9522 E. San Salvador Drive 480-874-2326, isaz.org

Rancho Solano Preparatory School – TIE 9180 E. Vía de Ventura 480-646-8200 5656 E. Greenway Road 602-996-7002, ranchosolano.com

PUBLIC SCHOOL/DISTRICT

Scottsdale Unified School District 8500 E. Jackrabbit Road 480-484-6100, susd.org

Scottsdale Unified School District has 30 campuses available with more than 22,000 attending students in pre-K to 12th grade. The team at Scottsdale Unified School District has a mission to inspire, motivate and empower all to think critically, act collaboratively and embrace diversity for a life of intellectual exploration, community engagement and personal growth.

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Saguaro High School

6250 N. 82nd Street 480-484-7100 susd.org/Saguaro

Desert Mountain High School

12575 E. Vía Linda 480-484-7000 susd.org/DesertMountain

BASIS Scottsdale

CHARTER SCHOOL

10400 N. 128th Street 480-451-7500, enrollbasis.com

BASIS Scottsdale is a tuition-free, public charter school serving fifth through 12th grade students. The campus follows a STEM-infused, liberal arts program designed to challenge students and encourage learning. Everyone at the Scottsdale BASIS campus is there to cultivate a love of learning, natural curiosity and the desire to excel in students.

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Archway Classical AcademyGreat Hearts

16648 N. 94th Street 480-776-0413 archwayscottsdale.greatheartsamerica.org

Scottsdale Country Day School 10460 N. 56th Street 480-452-5777 scdsaz.com

DANCE SCHOOL

Centre Stage

7399 E. Tierra Buena Lane 480-368-8788 centrestagedancestudio.com

Centre Stage has over 100 dance classes for children of all ages and abilities. It offers classes in a range of styles, including hip-hop, ballet, tumbling, pom, jazz, tap and combo. Dancers can choose from the recreational program or can join one of the performance groups available. It also has a competitive team for more advanced dancers.

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Dance Connection

10155 E. Vía Linda 480-661-0053 danceconnectionaz.com

Paula Carr Dance Academy

3310 N. Hayden Road 480-947-9898 paulacarrdanceacademy.com

HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER

Father Phil Evanstock, Math Notre Dame

Preparatory Academy

9701 E. Bell Road 480-634-8200, ndpsaints.org

At Notre Dame Preparatory Academy, there is no gentler soul or kinder person than Spiritan Father Phil Evanstock, who has been a teacher there since the school opened in 2002. His contributions to the school have been invaluable which include moderating the math club and giving the invocation before every Saints football home game. To Father Phil, Catholic education is the most complete and comprehensive curriculum for inquiring minds. You can find Father Phil on campus on Mondays and Fridays helping students in the ACE.

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Ryan Dyer, Physical Education

Desert Mountain High School 12575 E. Vía Linda 480-484-7000 susd.org/DesertMountain

MARTIAL ARTS STUDIO

Goshin Karate & Judo Academy

MASCOT

Firebird (Chaparral High School)

6935 E. Gold Dust Avenue 480-484-6500, susd.org/chaparral

Upon the mysterious disappearance of Chaparral’s cheerful mascot last year, the facility had become a drab wasteland. Left to pick up the pieces or, really, feathers, student government went to work on hatching a new firebird. Making a grand arrival this past August, Freddy the Firebird was met by the excited cheers of the fellow residents of “Chaptown.” Freddy inspires the student body by spreading positivity with a flap of his wings

6245 E. Bell Road 480-951-2236 goshinkarate.com

Goshin Karate & Judo Academy offers inspiring martial arts classes to children, teens and adults. Its structured classes are meant to help develop coordination, physical fitness, mental strength and gain valuable social skills. It also has a three-hour, nofrills self-defense training class for women.

Richard Maxwell

Arcadia High School

4703 E. Indian School Road 480-484-6300 susd.org/arcadia

Rising Sun Karate

10855 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard 480-860-1255 risingsunmartialartsaz.com

Scottsdale Martial Arts Center

9151 E. Bell Road 480-951-2716 smacus.com

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Hotel Valley Ho’s winning ways start where mid-century modern aesthetics meets this-century comforts. With sparkling, Instagram-worthy pools, pristine rooms and unrivaled white glove service, it’s no wonder why this Scottsdale hideaway is consistently crowned. Pair it all with Executive Chef Russell Lacasce’s culinary designs at ZuZu for a title-worthy finish.