The Pack
“I never ran the best times on the team, but I had the best time.” By Tanner Conklin BANG! The gun sounds and the race is off. Runners explode across the start line with astonishing speed. My heart pounds as I bound forward. Surrounding me is a small pack of guys wearing white jerseys identical to my own. I gasp loudly for air but the sound of my struggle is drowned out by the thunder of hundreds of footsteps pounding the...
Cave Creek Museum Re-Opens for the Season on Sat., Oct. 1
By Sue Kern-Fleisher, Courtesy of the Cave Creek Museum CAVE CREEK (Sept. 28, 2016) – On Sat., Oct. 1, Cave Creek Museum will re-open for its 47th season, offering visitors a chance to view new exhibits and participate in exciting new programs. Located at 6140 Skyline Drive, the Museum features an extensive collection of prehistoric and historic artifacts that describe the lives of Native Americans, miners, ranchers and pioneers. New...
All That Jazz Set for Thursday, September 29, 5:30 P.M.
Art and jazz combine to benefit the Foothills Community Foundation. Enjoy this season opening event at the Holland Community Center. Click below for information and tickets. All That Jazz Information
Scottsdale Update Newsletter: Sept. 22
Thursday, Sept. 22 Headlines Scottsdale acquires key parcels for McDowell Sonoran Preserve Time names Scottsdale among top 50 best places to live So much to see! City presents Scottsdale Show and Tell, Oct. 1 Events “Lights on Afterschool” event promotes programs supporting working families Check out these ongoing activities and events For Your Information Celebrate the “Freedom to Read” Protect your ride – register your...
Annual Summer Fun Photo & Write Stuff Contests End Friday, Oct. 21st
Get Published, Prizes, and Recognition Every summer temperatures will increase. That’s something you can rely on. You can also rely on more fun with The Peak’s Summer Fun contests. Once again, it’s time for ever-popular Tony Nelssen Photography and the Write Stuff contests. The contests are free and easy to enter. The deadline for entering is midnight, Friday, October 21, 2016**. Once again, prizes are being awarded...
Scottsdale acquires key parcels for McDowell Sonoran Preserve
Sept. 21, 2016 Contact: Kroy Ekblaw, preserve director, 480-312-7064, kekblaw@ScottsdaleAZ.gov Scottsdale acquires key parcels for McDowell Sonoran Preserve Scottsdale acquired 415 acres of land for its McDowell Sonoran Preserve at two state land auctions today. The city was the only bidder. The city’s successful bids totaled $30.4 million. Funding will come from money generated by two dedicated sales...
Upcoming Concerts at MIM Music Theater, September 20
September 20, 2016 The Fall Concert Series is underway at the Musical Instrument Museum’s Music Theater featuring bluegrass, rock, and more performed in the acoustic intimacy of MIM’s 300-seat theater.. MIM Upcoming Concerts (PDF) New shows are continuously added. For the current schedule visit...
Choose Scottsdale: Scottsdale Economic Development Newsletter – September 21
September 21, 2016 Click below to review the September 21, 2016 issue of Choose Sccottsdale: City of Scottsdale Economic Development newsletter, for information about new business and educational initiatives. Newsletter (PDF) The Peak invites 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...
Rock Art Ranch Focus of Free Archeology Talk on Oct. 12th
Charles Adam Rogers PhD will speak at Arizona Archaeology Society – Desert Foothills Chapter (AAS-DFC) meeting. By Roger Kearney The Wednesday, Oct. 12th talk is titled From Rock Art Ranch to Homol’ovi: 13,000 Years of Migration in the Middle Little Colorado River Valley. This talk traces this fascinating history of population movement that truly made the area a cultural crossroads. There are refreshments available at 7...
Sonoran Arts League Moves to Stagecoach Village
Courtesy of Sonoran Arts League Significant growth in membership and programs is key reason for move CAVE CREEK, Ariz. (Sept. 19, 2016) – The non-profit Sonoran Arts League is moving to Stagecoach Village, a decision that was prompted by its board when it became clear that the League’s rapid growth necessitated a larger space. The move, which will take place in the fall, signifies the League’s dedication to supporting artists,...










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