Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West
Jun15

Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West

June 14, 2017 Courtesy of Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West Museum Features Rare Historic Artifacts, Works by Renowned Artists The Peak’s Summer Fun Contest Prizes Include SideKick Passes to Museum Located near Old Town in Scottsdale’s arts district, Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West is a premier cultural destination in a locale that has been called “The West’s Most Western Town.”  The Peak...

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ASU Art Museum Newsletter, June: New Art Alliance, Exhibits and Events
Jun06

ASU Art Museum Newsletter, June: New Art Alliance, Exhibits and Events

June 6, 2017 Click below to view the edition of ASU’s AMuseum electronic newsletter and learn about exhibits, activities, and events at the museum. Some of the topics covered are: New Art Initiative Between Phoenix and Guadalajra New and Ongoing Exhibits Events and More.   ASU Museum Newsletter (PDF)     The Peak Welcomes Your Comment The Peak invites you to share your thoughts about this article by using the “Submit a...

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Golf Digest: The Boulders “Best Golf Resort in Southwest”
May22

Golf Digest: The Boulders “Best Golf Resort in Southwest”

Courtesy of Bridges Media May 18, 2017 The Boulders Named “Best Golf Resort in the Southwest” On Golf Digest’s 2017 Editor’s Choice Awards List   The Boulders continues to be honored as “one of the best in the industry” by readers, golf editors and golf experts in the industry. Golf Digest magazine just announced the annual “Best Golf Resorts in the America’s Editor’s Choice Awards” in their May issue, and the Boulders Resort &...

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Valley YMCA Offering Swim Lessons All Summer Long
May03

Valley YMCA Offering Swim Lessons All Summer Long

May ay 3, 2017 Courtesy of Valley YMCA This year we are introducing an all NEW swim program to help Arizona children become SUPER SWIMMERS. Our goal is to teach thousands of children to become confident swimmers through water safety and swim lessons.  We have also made a structural change at each of our 14 local swimming pools. We will not open a pool without TWO certified lifeguards on the pool deck at the same time.  Click below for...

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SCC Offers Summer Culinary Classes, Youth Camps
Apr17

SCC Offers Summer Culinary Classes, Youth Camps

April 17, 2017 Join chefs from Scottsdale Community College’s Culinary Arts program and learn new skills to enhance your cooking and baking techniques. Five cooking and baking classes are being offered this summer, including a non-credit Kids Cooking Camp. Culinary Lifestyles is the other non-credit course offered. Non-credit courses are limited to 10-12 students, so enroll early to secure a spot. Students also can take...

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Scottsdale Parks & Recreation Update, Events – April 2017
Mar29

Scottsdale Parks & Recreation Update, Events – April 2017

ApriMarch 29, 2017 Review this newsletter for information about events, activities, and classes at Scottsdale’s parks and other recreation facilities. Including: Stadium Campout – April 8 Plan Your Summer, Activity Guide Online – April 9 Girl’s Night Out – April 20 April Pool’s Day — April 30 And More. Parks & Recreation Newsletter (PDF)   We Welcome Your Comment The Peak invites you...

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FCF – Holland Community Center Planned Programs & Events, 2016-2017
Jul07

FCF – Holland Community Center Planned Programs & Events, 2016-2017

FCF-HCC 2016-17 Preliminary Schedule of Programs and Events Scottsdale, AZ, June 30, 2016:  FCF-HCC is offering diverse and innovative community Programs and Events for the season (September, 2016 – May, 2017). All events take place at the Holland Community Center, 34250 N 60th Street, Building B, Scottsdale AZ 85266.  Most programs charge a fee with some discounted with pre-purchase of an...

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Scottsdale’s Green Building Program: Lecture Series, Next Lecture Is …
Jan17

Scottsdale’s Green Building Program: Lecture Series, Next Lecture Is …

View Scottsdale’s Green Building Page       We invite you to share your thoughts about this article by using the “Submit a Comment” box at the bottom of this page. Your email address will not be published. All comments are reviewed based on The Peak’s Comment Policy prior to publishing.  ...

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The Artist’s Loft: The Butterfly Wonderland
Nov14

The Artist’s Loft: The Butterfly Wonderland

 By Natalie Keller A rainforest experience I wanted to take photos of the butterflies at the Butterfly Wonderland so I could use them for the November Scottsdale Artist’s League art show. I talked my husband into accompanying me and we spent two exciting hours there. I was so thrilled I couldn’t stop smiling…it was so much fun! The experience was very unique to be among such a multitude and variety of butterflies in a man-made rain...

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The Artist’s Loft: Volunteering at the MIM
Sep30

The Artist’s Loft: Volunteering at the MIM

By Natalie Keller Prologue This month’s “The Artist’s Loft” column consists of two articles about volunteering at the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM). There are many different types of  volunteer opportunities available. This first article provides general information about volunteering at the MIM. The second article,   The...

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