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Downtown Scottsdale March Events by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Scottsdale Arizona

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by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Spring is around the corner, so now is the perfect time to look at upcoming events in March that are happening in downtown Scottsdale. We’ve mentioned this before, but the Canal Concert series on the waterfront is a great event for families and best of all, it’s free! 2 to 5 pm on Stetson Plaza enjoy local entertainers will performing each Sunday providing festive music from jazz to country western and more. Here is the March schedule: • March 7 – The Geetars • March 14 – Pete Pancrazi Duo • March 21 – Just Jade • March 28 – Natale (Chris Putrino) Duo For more information on the concerts, visit www.scottsdaleaz.gov/downtown.asp If you are looking for another concert experience, then check out: “Saturday Sounds” Concerts in the Scottsdale Arts District – Saturdays, 1-4 pm, FREE now through March 2010 along the Scottsdale ArtWalk at the northwest corner of Main Street & Marshall Way. Geoffrey Beene: Trapeze Now through March 07 , Daily Times: Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Thursday thru Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, Noon – 5:00 p.m. The museum is closed Mondays, Tuesdays and major holidays. Location: Phoenix Art Museum Admission: $10 adults; $8 senior citizens (65+) and full-time students with ID; $4 children ages 6 to 17; Child Features more than 30 garments dating from the 1980s and 1990s when Beene was at his peak in creativity. For more information, visit www.phxart.org/exhibition/exhibitionbeene.php You may also enjoy the exhibit that features the art of Ansel Adams. The exhibit is on display Visit https://www.phxart.org/exhibition/exhibitionanseladams.php for more information. The Szabo Group offers first class real estate services to clients in the Scottsdale Greater Phoenix Metropolitan Area. Award winning Realtors and Re/MAX top producers, The Szabo group

Shining Star Series: Alice Cooper Living in Scottsdale, Arizona by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

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By Joe Szabo Alice Cooper, according to Rolling Stone Album Guide is known as the world’s most beloved heavy metal entertainer. He helped shape the sound and look of heavy metal and he does it from his home located in Paradise Valley. No, you won’t get the address out of us as we respect the privacy of our shining stars that live, work and play in the Scottsdale, Arizona area, but we do value their contributions to the world Alice Cooper was born Vincent Damon Furnier and he has master success as a singer, songwriter, musician, actor and DJ. He’s come a long way to the Scottsdale desert from his chilly original roots in Detroit, Michigan. So next time you are having Coffee at Keer or enjoying a balmy evening art walk and you think you might have just seen Alice Cooper stroll by you might be right! The Arts picture in Scottsdale Arizona is inspiring and you might just find yourself next to one of Scottsdale’s shining stars. If you want to know more about why our shining stars choose to live here and enjoy the Scottsdale lifestyle, call us directly at 480-889-8702 or check out our site at www.scottsdalerealestateteam.com and you might just find yourself living not only under the stars but among them as well. Tags: Scottsdale Real Estate, Scottsdale Homes for Sale, Joe Szabo, Szabo Group, Scottsdale Real Estate Team, Scottsdalerealestateteam.com, Scottsdale, Arizona, Scottsdale Arizona, Luxury Estates Scottsdale, Celebrity Estates Scottsdale, Celebrities Scottsdale, Alice Cooper, Vincent Damon Fernier

Shining Star Series: Hugh Downs Living in Scottsdale Arizona by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

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By Joe Szabo Hugh Downs, retired American broadcaster, television host and famous author, he’s best known as the anchor of 20/20 and the host of The Today Show. He was also announcer for the Tonight Show with Jack Parr. Among his many accolades, he is also the host of numerous game shows and talk shows. An avid airplane pilot, we are sure Hugh Downs appreciates the glorious weather in Scottsdale, Arizona. He must as he makes his home here in Paradise Valley. No, we won’t tell you where he lives because we respect the privacy of our celebrities. We know that when his two children, two grandchildren and three grandchildren visit that there are great things for children to do in the Phoenix Area like the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park. If you or your kids happen to like trains, you won’t want to miss the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park grounds with restored railroad cars, engines, two old railway depots, model railroad layouts and a scale model railroad that takes visitors around the park. There’s also a 1929 carousel and a general store that sells lots of novelty train items. If you want to know more about why our shining stars choose to live here and enjoy the Scottsdale lifestyle, call us directly at 480-889-8702 or check out our site at www.scottsdalerealestateteam.com and you might just find yourself living not only under the stars but among them as well.

Shining Stars Series: Bennet Dorrance Living in Scottsdale Arizona, by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

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By Joe Szabo Who didn’t grow up with Campbell Soups? Who doesn’t recognize their signature red and white label? In addition to being the world’s largest soup manufacturer, Campbell’s is also a leading producer of juice beverages, sauces and biscuits. So what does this have to do with Scottsdale, Arizona? Bennet Dorrance. He is a resident of Paradise Valley, Arizona and a graduate of University of Arizona. Oh, and by the way, he’s also #451 out of 500 the world’s richest people ranked by Forbes Magazine and grandchild of John T. Dorrance the inventor of the condensed soup process – you got it – he’s the third generation of Cambell’s Soups. No, we won’t give you his address. We respect the privacy of all our celebrities, but if you want to know more about why our shining stars choose to live here and enjoy the Scottsdale lifestyle, call us directly at 480-889-8702 or check out our site at www.scottsdalerealestateteam.com and you might just find yourself living not only under the stars but among them as well.

Things to Do in Scottsdale by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

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Scottsdale Restaurants

Did you know that within 15 miles of downtown Scottsdale, Arizona, there are 5,326 restaurants, 464 bars, 71 movie theaters, 77 libraries and 5 museums? The truly astonishing fact is that this stunning city of life and culture offers so many outstanding activities nestled within quaint and beautiful surroundings. The median commute time to work is only a convenient 21.5 minutes. There are 26 colleges, universities and professional schools and 31 junior colleges and technical institutes within a short 30-minute drive from downtown Scottsdale. These are extremely attractive reasons to live in Scottsdale, Arizona. Here, the quality of life stands above the rest. In addition to the ease and convenience of daily living, Scottsdale, Arizona also invites you to experience the many local travel destinations that attract visitors from all over the world. Spend a day or two in Phoenix for shopping and fine dining. Take a glorious drive to Sedona to soak up the art and culture waiting just a few hours away. And for a truly majestic and unforgettable experience, slip behind the wheel of your car and embark on a scenic drive to the Grand Canyon for a weekend of outdoor adventure. What cannot be overlooked is the exquisite quality of life in sunny Scottsdale, Arizona. On every street corner, the aroma of delicious food will delight your senses. Art galleries and boutique shops line the streets of downtown. Celebrations for every season bring joy and passion to this magical city. Golf resorts and wellness spas are regularly frequented by all members of the Scottsdale community. Daily life in Scottsdale is simply a vacation in and of itself. If you want to learn more about living in Scottsdale, Arizona, visit www.scottsdalerealestateteam.com for more exciting information about this spectacular city.

Scottsdale and Salt River Pima –Maricopa Indian Community by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

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Scottsdale and Salt River Pima –Maricopa Indian Community

Scottsdale Attractions

Along the border of Scottsdale, Arizona, to the central and southwest, is the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. Visitors can learn the fascinating history of the Pima and Maricopa people at the Hoo-Hoogam Ki Museum. Hoo-Hoogam Ki, which loosely translated means House of Those Who Have Gone is completely constructed of Adobe and desert plants and offers a wide variety of historical artifacts, antique photography, art along with the occasional local artist demonstration. Visitors can also try Native American foods in the museum dining area which makes this an education and entertaining way to learn about the local Native American populations. The Talking Stick Golf club offers spectacular greens with even more spectacular desert views of the surrounding mountains. With clear blue skies and deep greens, the golf club is a treat to the eye and the sport. The community also offers two casinos: Casino Arizona at Talking Stick and Casino Arizona at McKellips. Both places have great restaurants, live entertainment and full casino action. As you can see, we love where we live work and play in Scottsdale, Arizona so for more information about the lifestyle and housing market contact www.scottsdalerealestateteam.com. by Joe Szabo

Scottsdale Art Walk, by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

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Scottsdale Art Walk

The moderate winter days and the warm spring and summer months make walking a pleasure and if art is your scene the Art Walking opportunities in Scottsdale, Arizona are spectacular. One of the best things about enjoying the local art galleries and browsing for your next find is to enjoy the Scottsdale Art Scene by night. Here you can find glorious desert-scapes, modern art, renderings, drawings, pencil sketches, and pretty much any kind of creative art you can imagine. More so, it’s a fun place to go and inexpensive unless you find yourself craving one of the uniquely crafted works of art to grace your home. Pretty much every Thursday evening from 7pm to 9pm the Art Walk takes over the Downtown Arts District. This is the time for local galleries to showcase their newest works, the best and the brightest of their artisans and for the members of the local art scene to mix and mingle. You can window-shop or gallery-hop, the choice is yours. Shapes, forms, textures, colors and designs abound in this magical part of the city. There are horse drawn carriages that can carry you from place to place with a nod and a wink to days gone by. Each year there are specialty weeks – such as the Western Art walk typically held in October or the Summer Spectacular Art walk held in July. Discovering the art scene in Scottsdale is like finding a diamond amidst the great Sonoran Desert. As you can see, we love where we live work and play in Scottsdale, Arizona so for more information about the lifestyle and housing market contact www.scottsdalerealestateteam.com. by Joe Szabo

Driving Scottsdale

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Get your wheels in motion, and hit the road for a day of site-seeing through some the most magnificent scenery to be found anywhere in the world. From the moment you turn the key to your ignition, you will find yourself rambling through the quaint streets of Scottsdale then cruising full-speed along the mystical and majestic sites surrounding this great city. Pack your picnic basket full of wine, cheese and truffles, then hop in the nearest roadster for an unforgettable journey through Arizona’s pristine natural wonderland of mesas, lakes, wildflowers and canyons.

Once your camera is loaded and poised for perfection, cruise along Arizona 179 to Sedona. Here you will find yourself immersed in a new world of spectacular geography like nothing you’ve ever experienced. The red-orange colors of Sedona light the horizon with the intensity of firelight, and the grandiose rock formations cradle the city with triumphant majesty.

Charming shops and tourist attractions line the streets of Sedona, inviting visitors to enjoy the delectable tastes and artistic moods offered here. Whether you’re interested in trinkets or fine art, Sedona has something for everyone.

If you would like to know more about living in Scottsdale, visit www.scottsdalerealestateteam.com for more exciting details.

Scottsdale Fashion Week

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Scottsdale is known for its Art Walks. These weekly events give locals a chance to appreciate art in every form; pottery, painting, sculpting, crafts, and the list goes on. Once per year, however, another form of art comes around with an international interest: Scottsdale Fashion Week. Paris may be the home of fashionistas and New York City may be the most obvious choice for fashion in the United States, but no city can compete with the creativity and class of the Scottsdale Fashion Week.

From November 6^th to the 9^th over fifty individual fashion shows take place across two runways. This means that for five days, a fashion show is almost always available for viewing pleasure. Down on the Scottsdale Fashion Square, there are also additional designers to meet and samples to see while the shows take place. Unlike the more recognized cities, however, where fashion shows take place behind closed doors for VIPs only, Scottsdale makes Fashion Week available for anyone who wants to take part!

I may not be of the fashion set myself, but my wife reminds me every year of the amazing opportunities that come with Fashion Week. In addition to the actual shows, purveyors of fashion, design, beauty products, wellness products and activities, and spa treatments make themselves available across the city. Fashion Week is not just about the clothes; it’s an all-body experience.

Sonoran Desert Days

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Many people have seen the dry deserts of Texas and the oft-avoided deserts of California, and they associate deserts with desolation and despair. The Sonoran Desert, however, brings about a world of plant life and exotic animals that show how a desert, this desert to be precise, can introduce an interested person to a new world of life and vegetation.

As a sometimes-planter and an admirer of all botany activities, I encourage people most to appreciate the unlikely plants to be seen in the Sonoran Desert. These are not the traditional cacti of cartoons and the like, but instead these plants show new forms of cactus and new varieties of plants that thrive in unlikely areas. The Barrel Cactus breaks away from the typical pitchfork-style cactus, and the Prickly Pear attracts appreciative glances and weary touches. The Century Plant is another Arizonian favorite that attracts people interested in the unlikely and exotic flora of the Sonoran Desert.

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