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Hey Fountain Hills, hope your week’s off to a good start! In case you missed yesterday’s email, BaseLocal Business went live last week… and it’s going way better than I ever could have imagined!
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That’s all for today – let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Dedicated hub for Mahjong: Phoenix Mahjong Club has opened its first permanent venue in Scottsdale, a members-focused space with 15 automatic tables and capacity for 80, plus a boutique and rooms for private parties — get all the details.
Brewing kindness and opportunity: La La Land Kind Café opened its first Arizona location at Kierland Commons in Scottsdale, mentoring and hiring adults aging out of foster care. More than 500 attended grand opening — get all the details.
The industry’s benchmark event: Barrett-Jackson’s 2026 Scottsdale Auction is underway, showcasing thousands of sought-after cars plus thrill rides and a large exhibitor marketplace. The blockbuster event runs through January 25 near Fountain Hills — get all the event details.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per 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.
Gold & silver are hot: Gold just had its best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150% in 2025… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. If you’re curious about adding precious metals to your portfolio as a market hedge, American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
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Highlights this week:
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🫶 We got your back
Traditions take center stage: In nearby Scottsdale, Western Week will run January 24 to February 1 with family fun, cultural demos, and history spotlights. Expect the Parada del Sol Historic Parade on Saturday and the Trail’s End Festival on Sunday, plus the Arizona Indian Festival showcasing all 22 Arizona tribes. Check out the full lineup.
Dialed-in fit, zero guesswork: Locally owned since 2000, Best Foot Forward Shoes nails expert fittings and gait analysis so your next pair matches how you move. When your knees or training plan complain, expect real humans, a deep New Balance lineup, and smart solutions for tricky widths.
Sip local, stay close: Old Town neighbors, find estate-grown Rhone-style pours and a mellow patio at LDV Winery. It’s an easy weeknight move… unwind, compare flights with a friend, and debate which bottle earns the “house” spot this month.
A new haircare solution: My hair’s been thinning and I’ve been quietly ignoring it, hoping it’ll fix itself. Plot twist… it hasn’t. When I finally started looking into what I should do, there were so many options I didn’t know where to start. I stumbled on Keranique, and its simplicity really sold me. One kit, no pills, no choosing products, and no confusion whatsoever. It’s also on sale with a money-back guarantee (although I doubt you’ll need it).
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🎨 Veronique Benoit Artist Demo Day @ Fountain Hills Artists Gallery | Tuesday (1/20) at 10:00 AM – If your jewelry box needs less sparkle and more soul, swing by for a live demo from Veronique Benoit, a former psychotherapist who found healing in art after moving stateside. She crafts organically shaped pieces that celebrate individuality, transformation, and the stories we wear.
🍷 Four Course Wine Dinner @ Las Sendas Golf Club | Friday (1/23) at 6:00 PM – Treat your palate to a four course wine dinner with Duckhorn at the Vistas Pavilion at Las Sendas, city lights and desert views included. It’s a splurge at $125++ per person, reservations required, but consider it cheaper than a Napa weekend, and with better parking.
🔭 Star Dudes Stargazing @ ADERO Scottsdale Resort | Friday (1/23) at 7:00 PM – Skip the crowded patios and meet me on the Four Peaks Lawn for Star Dudes, a free, open-to-all Friday-night stargaze at ADERO. Peer through high-powered telescopes, spot constellations, planets, and galaxies, weather permitting, and let the experts narrate while you pretend you remembered your astronomy.
This weekend
🤠 Scottsdale Western Week @ Old Town Scottsdale | Saturday (1/24) – Scottsdale goes full Old West for Western Week, a weeklong nod to our cowboy roots with parades, heritage events, art, and live music. Dust off those boots, savor the mesquite and margaritas, and pretend your crossover is a trusty steed.
✂ January 24-25 2026 Crop @ Cozy Craft Room and Studio | Saturday (1/24) at 9:00 AM – A two-day crop is taking over Cozy Craft Room with two 6-foot tables each, lights, and outlets. Expect 20 hours of guilt-free scrap time, potluck vibes, walkable food, and you can leave your stash overnight. $75, because your photos deserve more than a shoebox.
🥾 Adero Canyon Trailhead to Sunrise Trailhead 1/25 @ Adero Canyon Trail Head | Sunday (1/25) at 7:00 AM – Adero Canyon to Sunrise Trailhead is serving 10 hard miles of rugged terrain, elevation, and those Fountain Hills views that almost make the calf burn feel reasonable. Pack water, snacks, and your stubborn streak, then earn desert drama, solitude, and bragging rights over brunch.
✡ Fountain Hills Jewish Heritage & Food Festival @ Fountain Park | Sunday (1/25) at 12:00 PM – Whether you know your latkes from your knishes or just show up hungry, Fountain Hills’ Jewish Heritage and Food Festival brings live music, cultural exhibits, and family-friendly activities, hosted by Chabad. Come for the authentic delicacies, stay for the neighborly vibe, and inclusive community.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Fountain Hills report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 74°F – Low: 44°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 74. East wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 44. North northeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 74°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. North northeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
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