CCUSD: Hayley Smith Accepted into ACDA Honor Choir
November 28, 2017 Courtesy of Cave Creek Unified School District Cactus Shadows Student Named to 2018 American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) Western Division Honor Choir Cactus Shadows High School, is pleased to congratulate Hayley Smith (CSHS Class of 2020) on her acceptance into the 2018 ACDA Western Division Honor Choir. Dr. Steve Bebee, principal of CSHS said, “Having a student, in any capacity, qualify for something as big...
A True Adventure Story for the Holidays
November 15, 2018 Prologue Finding the Way with Humor and Optimism After every big holiday meal, a member of my family will say, “We should go for a walk.” When that happens this year, I’ll surely mention the story below. Did you ever wonder what it would be like to go for a three-mile walk in downtown Scottsdale with your eyes closed? The thought has probably never crossed your mind, but if you took such a risky stroll and survived,...
Asian Festival Invites Vendors, Sponsors & Advertisers for Dec. 2-3 Event
November 21, 2017 Scottsdale, AZ – The 22nd annual Arizona Asian Festival returns to Scottsdale Civic Center Mall for a 2-day celebration of all things Asian. The foods, the arts, the costumes and the timeless traditions of Asia’s diverse cultures will be offered and on display. “This festival is one of the most colorful and exciting cultural festivals in our state,” claims James Park, Chair for 2017 festival chair. “This year...
Scottsdale Update Newsletter, November 16th
November 16, 2017 Newsletter Courtesy City of Scottsdale For City of Scottsdale headlines, news, video of the week, events, and information, including contact information, for city programs and services, click below. Scottsdale Update Newsletter (PDF) 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...
Writer Guidelines
October 16, 2017 The Peak has been continuously published since 1983. It is supported by amateur and professional writers and organizations that contribute articles, newsletters, announcements and videos on a regular basis. It’s important for all editorial contributors to remember that when articles are published they are available to readers everywhere, including GPPA-Friends of the Scenic Drive members, donors and advertisers....
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A Peek at the Peak is a community magazine with content for residents, visitors, and readers of all ages. It is published as a complimentary community service by the Greater Pinnacle Peak Association (GPPA) and is supported by our members, advertisers and donors. We encourage you to enter well-written comments about articles (posts) and other comments that enhance the experience of other readers and help us to improve. However,...
Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour & Sale, Nov. 17-19, Nov. 24-26
November 12, 2017 Courtesy Sonoran Arts League Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour & Sale is set for Nov. 17, 18 & 19 and Nov. 24, 25, & 26 Non-profit Sonoran Arts League’s free self-guided tour features 174 artists in 44 studio locations in Cave Creek, Carefree, and North Scottsdale CAVE CREEK, Ariz. (November 11, 2017) – Arizona’s largest and longest-running artist studio tour and sale, Hidden in the Hills (HITH),...
Don’t Miss “I Recycle Scottsdale” Event on Saturday, Nov. 18th
Nov. 13, 2017 Contact: John Stumbaugh, Scottsdale Solid Waste representative, 480-312-5600 or jstumbaugh@ScottsdaleAZ.gov. Pitch in at âI Recycle Scottsdaleâ Saturday, Nov. 18 Residents looking to clear out the garage or closets have a great opportunity this Saturday, Nov. 18. Theyâre invited to drop off a wide array of items during a free event called âI Recycle...
12 Sedona Thanksgiving Photographs
Originally Published December 28, 2014 Photographs by Howard Myers In 2014, North Scottsdale residents Howard and Carol Myers enjoyed a beautiful Thanksgiving in Sedona. Howard is an avid photographer and was the grand prize winner of the 2014 Tony Nelssen Summer Fun Photography Contest. Thank you for sharing these images. The Peak Welcomes Your Comment The Peak invites you to share your thoughts about this...
History in the Desert Opens Nov. 18th at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead in N. Scottsdale
November 3, 2017 Click on the link below to read a news release that has been forwarded on behalf of the Arizona Historical Society and the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy regarding a nrew exhibit opening at the Brown’s Ranch Trailhead in Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve Nov. 18. News Release The Peak Welcomes Your Comment The Peak invites you to share your thoughts about this article by using the...










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