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Nov 10, 2025

Scottsdale Update - Nov. 10, 2025

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Most city offices and facilities will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day. Trash and recycling collection is not affected. Place your containers in their usual spot by 5 a.m. the morning of collection or the night before.

Join us for Scottsdale’s annual Veterans Day Commemoration. This event will once again bring the community together to express gratitude to our nation’s heroes. The event will feature remarks from local leaders, a keynote address from Air Force veteran Mario Valencia, and a moment of remembrance. Mario will share his story of resilience and recovery as a survivor of the 1995 attack on the Khobar Towers barracks in Saudi Arabia.

  • Tuesday, Nov. 11
  • 10:30 a.m. – noon
  • City Hall Memorial Lawn – 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd.
  • FREE event
  • No registration required

Learn more.

CTAP Talks: Remembering World II with Scottsdale Historian Joan Fudala. Join us for an engaging evening at CattleTrack Arts as Scottsdale historian and U.S. Air Force veteran Joan Fudala shares “Remembering World War II: Scottsdale’s Military Bases, Home Front and Veterans — 80 Years Later.”

Through a photo-rich presentation, Joan will explore Scottsdale’s contributions to World War II and the lasting impact of veterans on the city’s growth since 1945.

  • 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, at Cattle Track Arts Compound, 6105 N. Cattle Track Road

Registration isn’t required, but seating is limited. For more information, call 480-935-9755 or visit cattletrack.org.

Canal Convergence is back for its 14th year at the Scottsdale Waterfront, and this year’s theme is nothing short of spectacular: SHOWTIME! Through Nov. 16, experience an extraordinary lineup of light-based public art installations that transform the waterfront into a glowing stage of creativity. This year’s program will spotlight the “art” of performance through interactive artwork, workshops, tours, community activities, live music and dance.

Upcoming event will limit access to Scottsdale Civic Center. The Old Town Scottsdale calendar is filled with events this season with an expected surge in visitors over the next several months. To ensure the highest level of safety and quality at these events, in some cases, public areas will be restricted. This includes limited access to the Scottsdale Civic Center surrounding the Every Woman’s Marathon.

  • Monday, Nov. 10 – Wednesday, Nov. 12: Limited access, open on the north side only via east/west access points beginning midday.
  • Thursday, Nov. 13 – Sunday, Nov. 16: Full closure
  • Monday, Nov. 17: Limited access. The Scottsdale Civic Center will reopen in stages as teams safely load out equipment.

The official Old Town Scottsdale website is a great place to plan your trip to Scottsdale’s historic center – find a full calendar of things to do, parking maps and business listings at OldTownScottsdaleAZ.com.

PUBLIC MEETINGS

Get a head start learning about city issues, projects and activities by attending or listening in on the many public meetings we host.

Week of Nov. 10:

Week of Nov. 17 – Check back next week for the full list:

Learn about the responsibilities of city Boards and Commissions and how you can serve.

Find more public meetings.

THINGS TO DO

Save the date for Scottsdazzle! Experience a month-long holiday celebration like no other - complete with dazzling decor, exceptional dining and shopping, festive tours and unforgettable events. The magic kicks off 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, with the Jingle & Jazz Tree Lighting Spectacular.

Explore galleries during Scottsdale ArtWalk. Scottsdale is home to more than 100 galleries, dedicated to exhibiting the finest visual art from around the world and locally. Stroll at your own pace. 7-9 p.m. Thursdays. Specialty-themed Gold Palette ArtWalks are held 6:30-9 p.m. about once a month.

Ongoing:

Get more events information.

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

Neighborhood College: HOA/Condominium Board Roundtable. This one-hour session will have a special guest in the first 30 minutes and for the second, we'll talk about what you want, and we'll brainstorm solutions together! The Roundtable will be held in the Book Discussion Room of the Mustang Library, 10101 N. 90th St. Please note: This is for board members of HOA and Condominium associations only.

Backing Up Your Data. Learn the best techniques to back up your digital information, including photos, music, videos, documents, and downloads from your PC, phone and tablet. This course covers the use of external hard drives, flash drives and various cloud services.

  • 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, at the Loft inside Civic Center Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd.

Class is lecture style; computers are not used.

If you think that you may need some assistance to attend one of our classes, please contact Ray Ceo, library supervisor, at [email protected].

FYI

Sustainable Scottsdale awards deadline extended. Have you made a positive environmental impact in Scottsdale? Apply to be recognized with the Sustainable Scottsdale Award. The awards recognize innovative individuals, businesses, associations, educational institutions and organizations that demonstrate exceptional sustainability efforts directly enhancing the quality of life in Scottsdale and contributing to an environmentally friendly city.

Learn more and submit an application by visiting ScottsdaleAZ.gov, search “ Sustainable Scottsdale Awards.” Applications are due Nov. 21.

Last call to participate in the Safe Streets Scottsdale questionnaire. Transportation safety affects all of us: motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians and transit users. Help shape Scottsdale’s Transportation Safety Plan by completing a short, 10–12-minute online questionnaire. Your feedback will help shape strategies to prevent severe crashes, support safe travel for everyone and guide future investments in transportation safety. The questionnaire is available online until Nov. 15. Learn more about Scottsdale’s Transportation Safety Plan.

Scottsdale Airport is making steady progress on its Master Plan Update, and you're invited to learn more at a public information workshop. This open-house style event is a chance to explore proposed improvements, ask questions and share your thoughts. Drop in anytime during the workshop. Airport staff and planning consultants will be available throughout the evening to walk you through development concepts and gather input from community members, tenants and airport users.

  • 5-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at Signature Aviation Private Hangars, 15003 N. Airport Drive

To learn more, visit the project website.

Job of the Week: Grounds & Sports Fields Maintenance Technician – Chaparral Park. Do you thrive outdoors and take pride in hands-on work that keeps public spaces beautiful and functional? Scottsdale Parks and Recreation is seeking a dedicated and skilled grounds and sports field maintenance technician to help maintain Chaparral Park — one of Scottsdale’s most popular and active recreational destinations.

By ensuring our fields and grounds are safe, well-maintained and visually inviting, you help create places that support active lifestyles, youth sports, community gatherings and Scottsdale’s reputation for exceptional public spaces.

Learn more and apply.

NEW ONLINE:

Behind the scenes with Scottsdale’s Fleet team. From city streets to police beats, our Fleet team keeps Scottsdale moving — and their latest transformation is one you’ll want to see. Watch how these skilled mechanics turn everyday vehicles into fully equipped police cars ready for duty.

Big moves in Scottsdale Parks & Recreation. Since July, Scottsdale Parks & Recreation has been busy upgrading parks across the city thanks to 2024 voter-approved Prop. 490 funds. From new trees and fresh sod to basketball court upgrades and baseball field improvements, the city is making outdoor spaces even better for the community. See all the exciting park transformations in action!

Scottsdale Police night shift patrol in action. Ever wonder what a night with Scottsdale Police looks like? Intern Zach got a firsthand look at SPD on a night shift ride-along, experiencing everything from traffic stops to community calls.

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