D.F. Theater: Casting Call for Kids 6-15
Aug02

D.F. Theater: Casting Call for Kids 6-15

August 3, 2022 For information  act now and click below –   Desert Foothills Newsletter   The Peak Welcomes Your Comment The Peak invites you to share your thoughts about this article by using the “Submit a Comment” box at the bottom of this page. All comments are reviewed based on The Peak’s Comment Policy prior to publishing. GPPA Membership Make a Donation to GPPA Peak Advertisements &...

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Kraig’s Cave Creek Commentary (Local History & Real Estate)
Aug01

Kraig’s Cave Creek Commentary (Local History & Real Estate)

AUGUST 2022 See August real estate report below.  Kraig’s History Highlights From the Cave Creek Museum Kraig Nelson, Historian In this brief commentary, Kraig Nelson combines insights into Cave Creek’s history and the current real estate market in Cave Creek, Scottsdale, and Carefree. The Peak thanks the Cave Creek Museum for their long-standing support of the Desert Foothills Scenic Drive.   The pre-Columbian ...

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Coronavirus News, Notices & Information
Aug01

Coronavirus News, Notices & Information

Scroll down for announcements, new releases and information related to coronavirus that have been published by local organizations and regular editorial contributors to The Peak. We will do our best to keep up with these notices, but to be sure you have the latest information check with the organization. Scroll down to review posts.      Local, County, State & Federal  Coronavirus Information on the Web #1. Cave Creek...

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CCUSD: Superintendent’s Letter & News from the Creek & More, August
Aug01

CCUSD: Superintendent’s Letter & News from the Creek & More, August

August 2022 Courtesy Cave Creek Unified School District The information below is updated during the month as updates are published by CCUSD.     Click below to view July 13th School Lunch Program Media Release CCUSD93 will be participating in the School Breakfast Program and/or National School Lunch Program. As part of this program, CCUSD93 will offer healthy meals every school day. Click below for information. CCUSD Media...

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Herb Drinkwater and an Election Past
Aug01

Herb Drinkwater and an Election Past

From A Peek at the Peak, February, 1996 issue MAYOR’S COLUMN By Mayor Herb Drinkwater As everyone knows by now, there will not be a recall of your Mayor and City Council. Those who circulated the recall petitions did not receive enough signatures. And it’s a good thing – the recall election would have come right on the heels of our City’s Primary and General Elections, (during which the Mayor’s seat and...

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Sonoran Summer Skies
Aug01

Sonoran Summer Skies

Photographs by Howard Myers Every year we can count on north Scottsdale resident Howard Myers to provide several collections of beautiful outdoor photographs. Thankfully, this year is no different.

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Signs Politicize Scottsdale’s Scenic Drive
Aug01

Signs Politicize Scottsdale’s Scenic Drive

July 31, 2022 This year is different!  Political signs are winning the battle! The primary election will be held in a few days and we hope that those candidates who do not win will take down their signs promptly.   Candidates, you have read this plea before. You acted and the environment, community and our unique heritage have benefitted.  For information about Scottsdale’s   Scenic Drive campaign sign policies and the...

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Herb helped the Scenic Drive. You can too.
Aug01

Herb helped the Scenic Drive. You can too.

Herb helped the Scenic Drive. You can too. By Les Conklin In January 1995, Herb Drinkwater sent this note to me. It was important because it meant that he and the City of Scottsdale would help us keep the Scenic Drive scenic. In a vibrant growing community where development threatens the natural environment and quality of life, it takes steadfastness, work, TLC, and financial support to fend off the forces of time and change. Mayor...

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Community Events Calendar
Aug01

Community Events Calendar

Note from Editor.  Arizona has paused its reopening of some types of businesses and venues, including restaurants. Many venues remain closed and events and activities have been cancelled, postponed or changed. Some outdoor activities such as golf and visiting local parks and preserves are available with restrictions. For the most up-to-date information on the status of an event or an activity check with the organizer. You will find...

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MIM Tuned In: Just Announced! MIM’s Fall Concert Series
Jul31

MIM Tuned In: Just Announced! MIM’s Fall Concert Series

August 2022 The concerts at the Musical Instrument Museum’s Music Theater feature a variety of genres performed in the acoustic intimacy of MIM’s 300-seat theater. For concert information, click below. MIM Tuned In Newsletter New shows are continuously added. For the current schedule visit http://www.mim.org.     The Peak Welcomes Your Comment The Peak invites you to share your thoughts about this article by...

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