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Hello Fountain Hills! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning.
In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Western Spirit expansion, Din Tai Fung opening, and Helicopter Expo + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
New chapter for Western art: Scottsdale’s Western Spirit will open a $12 million expansion in March, adding the Louis Sands IV Center and bringing its total to 55,000 square feet, with free admission March 28 — see what’s planned for opening.
The art of 18 folds: Din Tai Fung will open at Scottsdale Fashion Square on April 20. The spot features a dumpling expo kitchen and full bar, and reservations are now open for Valley diners — get opening and reservation details.
Inspired by a dog’s routine: A Scottsdale inventor’s smart pet door, Pawport, has hit the market after years of testing, offering app controls, steel security and voice assistant integration. Prices start at $699 — see how it works.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Tapas and a show: At Tapas Papa Frita, Spanish small plates meet flowing sangria and live flamenco for an easy linger-and-share night. Grab a couple friends, order a colorful spread, and turn a plain weeknight into a quick escape, no passport or plane ticket required.
Desert-ready gear, sorted: Outdoorsmans is the local go-to for serious optics, rock-solid glassing tripods, and dialed pack systems, plus straight-shooting advice from folks who use them. Avoid the research rabbit hole and keep your desert kit ready for the next hike or long glassing session.
Movie night, upgraded: At Harkins Camelview at Fashion Square, blockbusters meet indies amid ultra-comfy recliners and a grown-up lounge vibe. The Freezer private screening room is available if you’re plotting something special, so mute the group chat and savor two blissfully uninterrupted hours.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Fun for the whole fam
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🚗 Freedom for Heroes: Classic Car Show @ Vintage Iron & Restoration | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Shine up your old V8 for a vintage iron car show raising funds for veteran outdoor adventures. Live music, Helping Vets BBQ, raffles, and a silent auction, with every dollar sending vets outside to heal. Got a ride or auction item? Bring it.
🥕 Farm Artisan Market @ Scottsdale United Methodist Church | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Old Town Scottsdale’s Saturday market is your weekly excuse to wander, sip coffee, and meet the folks behind your favorites. Skip the brunch line, snag produce, small-batch treats, and neighborly gossip, then call it cardio as you stroll shaded streets.
🚙 Arizona 4×4 Takeover @ WestWorld of Scottsdale | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Skip the Scottsdale parking-lot flex and hit WestWorld for the Arizona 4×4 Takeover with the Outdoor Expo. Rock crawlers, overland rigs, a Flex-Off that is not yoga, plus a recovery class for when pride meets sand. Bring your crew, your rig, and a tow strap.
🛍 Seller’s Market @ The Silver Key Lounge | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Seller’s Market is nudging the start to 10am, so you can caffeinate before hunting deals on games, crafts, and nostalgia. Free, family friendly, yard sale energy with better loot, fewer lawn clippings, and if you have stuff to unload, reserve a table online and prepay.
🚁 Helicopter Expo @ CAF Airbase Arizona | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Trade yard work for whirlybirds at Airbase Arizona’s annual helicopter expo, a 70-year stroll through rotor history. Get up close to the Huey, Hueycobra, Chickasaw, and the nimble Cayuse, then debate which one steals the show, like civilized adults.
🚗 Cars & Coffee @ Seven Desert Mountain | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – If your ideal morning is caffeine, carburetors, and house envy, head to Seven at Desert Mountain for Cars & Coffee. Free Halcyon coffee or matcha, classic, exotic cars, tours of The Retreat and Villas II, plus a perk to skip the club waitlist.
✨ Saturday Night Shine @ Adams Polishes | Saturday (3/7) at 4:00 PM – If your idea of nightlife is clear coat, chrome, and conversation, Saturday Night Shine at Adam’s Polishes on Shea in Scottsdale is your spot. It rolls in every other Saturday, kicking off on first Saturdays, with respectful vibes, clean builds, no revving, and zero burnouts.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Fountain Hills report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 84°F – Low: 52°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny. High near 84, with temperatures falling to around 81 in the afternoon. South wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 52. North northeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 78°F – Low: 46°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 78. South wind 0 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 46. Northwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
Floating steps over water and a fire feature set the tone for this Pima Estates stunner. Inside, 20-foot ceilings meet a marble double-island kitchen with twin Wolf ranges and a theater with a pass-through bar. The primary suite adds a sauna and private courtyard spa. Outside, an infinity pool, putting green, sport court, and eight-car garages join an IMAX simulator.
Take a peek inside →
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