November 28, 2017
Elvis Week is coming up this August! The perfect time of the year to let out your inner Hound Dog and do a little Jail House Rock in honor of the King of Rock-n-Roll, Elvis Week is every Elvis fan’s favorite holiday.
To celebrate all things Elvis, the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) will be holding a fun exhibit about the King – Musical Icon Celebration: Elvis.
The exhibit will highlight the life of Elvis with special Curator Talks, as well as hands-on activities and a MIMQuiz dedicate to “The King.”
According to their website, “The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) enriches our world by collecting, preserving, and making accessible an astonishing variety of musical instruments and performance videos from every country in the world. MIM offers guests a welcoming and fun experience, incomparable interactive technology, dynamic programming, and exceptional musical performances.”
The museum is located near Desert Ridge next to the 101, which should be convenient for families looking for fun family outings in North Phoenix.
Don’t miss this fascinating exhibit happening this August!
Musical Icon Celebration: Elvis
Where
Musical Instrument Museum
4725 E. Mayo Blvd.
Phoenix, AZ
When
Aug. 12-13, 2017
Times
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Price
Included with paid museum admission
Contact
(480) 478-6000
DON’T MISS ‘WINTER IN JULY’ AT THE PHOENIX ZOO
November 28, 2017
Summer in Arizona is finally here, which is why the Phoenix Zoo is once again rolling out their very popular “Winter in July” event.
This fun family festival is the perfect way to cool off as Phoenix enters into months of triple digit temperatures, with tons of chilly games for the whole family.
The event is taking place on Saturday, July 15, 2017, and will feature activities, including:
Snowman Building
Squirt Gun Targets
A Cool Zone
Snow Targets
Toddler Snow Pile
Attendees will also be able to experience many of the regular events held at the zoo year round, such as Camel Rides, Stingray Bay, a 4-D Theater and an Endangered Species Carousal. You’ll even be able to watch the zoo animals enjoy an icy treat!
Add to that live music from local entertainer DJ Rockin’ Rob and you’ve got a great time that the whole family will remember for years to come.
Don’t wait to get your tickets to this fantastic July event happening right here in Phoenix!
Winter in July at the Phoenix Zoo
Where
Phoenix Zoo
455 N. Galvin Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ
When
July 15, 2017
Times
7 a.m.-11 a.m.
Admission
Activities included with Zoo admission
Contact
(602) 273-1341
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QX30 SPORT WINS 2017 BEST IN CLASS FROM SAMA
November 28, 2017
The INFINITI QX30 Sport has taken home a prestigious award: 2017 Best in Class from the Southern Automotive Media Association.
SAMA’s annual automotive awards look to highlight vehicles that they feel are some of the best on the market. The particular model of the QX30 that was honored was the version with a panoramic moonroof; a particularly popular model that Phoenix drivers have flocked to.
“It’s clear to see why SAMA members love the INFINITI QX30-it offers responsive performance, a bold exterior design and a premium interior only made better by its panoramic moonroof,” said Jaime Florez, president of SAMA.
Gorgeous Curves
The new QX30 offers a bold exterior design that is accentuated by gorgeous curves and highly sculpted lines that give a very fluid identity. On top of that, it boasts LED head- and foglights, tons of interior technology favorites and a dynamic powertrain under the hood.
The QX30 Sport adds to this impressive list of features, offering unique front and rear fascias, a lower ride height, gloss-black and dark chrome accessories, and 19-inch Gun Metallic aluminum-alloy wheels.
You can find out more about the top-selling INFINITI QX30 at INFINITI of Scottsdale today. Our Scottsdale luxury car dealership is stocked with this award-winning car, so you can get behind the wheel of one as soon as possible!
ENJOY LIVE ROCK MUSIC AT RAILROAD PARK THIS JUNE
November 28, 2017
The McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park on East Indian Bend Road will play host to this June’s exciting Sunday Concert Series.
A perfect evening event for music lovers around the Valley, this Scottsdale concert series features several terrific local bands, who will be playing music from a variety of genres, including Retro 90’s, R&B, Classic Rock and Country.
The concerts start at 7:30 p.m. every Sunday night at Railroad Park, with food available for purchase, as well as available carousel and train rides for the kids. Featured artists this June include The Real Thing (Top 40’s), Americana (60’s & 70’s) and Smashed (90’s & 2000’s Pop).
The last concert of the series will be held on Sunday, July 2 and will be headlined by Mogollon (High Energy Country), with a fireworks display following the show.
For more information about this year’s Sunday Concert Series in Scottsdale, visit them online here. The event is free to attend so don’t miss out on this fun local Phoenix-area music festival!
Sunday Concert Series at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
Where
McCormick – Stillman Railroad Park
7301 E. Indian Bend Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ
When
June 4, 2017 to July 2, 2017
Times
7:30 p.m.-9 p.m.
Admission
Free
Contact
(480) 312-2312
November 28, 2017
You can do a lot with the InTouch Services system in your new INFINITI QX30, so take a look at the video above to see a breakdown of the many features in this innovative system.
​From navigation and scheduling to roadside assistance and automatic collision notification, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without InTouch!
SUMMER DRIVING TIPS: PHOENIX EDITION
November 28, 2017
Living in the Phoenix area during the summer months means getting used to the excessive heat that takes over between May and September. There are other things to look out for though besides the extreme heat here in the Valley, things like extreme weather that can make driving particularly hazardous.
Below are some tips on how to best navigate the roadways during the summer, so that you can enjoy all that these “warmer” months have to offer.
Don’t Underestimate the Power of a Haboob
One of the most dangerous weather events that happens in the Valley are haboobs. These events, named after the Middle Eastern word meaning “dust storm,” are very common in the desert, especially during monsoon season (more on that later), which causes thunderstorms to push air down and stir up large quantities of dust.
Mixing this dust with winds exceeding upwards of 60 mph will cause an enormous wall of dust to form. This dust and wind combination makes driving during a haboob highly dangerous with the dust not only causing low to zero visibility, but also causing large amounts of debris to be blown around the highways.
Experts recommend never driving during a haboob, but instead waiting for the storm to clear and the wind to die down.
If you do find yourself out in the middle of a haboob, simply pull over to the side of the road, turn your lights off and wait it out.
Monsoons Are No Laughing Matter
Another unique part of living in the desert is experiencing the yearly weather occurrence called “Monsoon Season.”
This part of the year is dominated with this hazardous weather phenomena that includes a massive amount of rainfall and wind, all of which can result in unexpected flash flooding. All of these things are not to be underestimated, which is why its suggested that, as with haboobs, you wait out these types of storms at home, or either pull off to the side of the road until the storm passes.
According to Allstate, drivers who attempt to drive during these storms will be subject to Arizona’s “Stupid Motorist Law,” which “wages heavy fines on drivers who need rescuing after driving around barricades to attempt passing through a flooded area.”
Get Your Car Summer Ready
As with people, cars don’t like hot weather, which is why it’s best to bring your car in for a quick tune-up before things really start to heat up. This means having a certified technician check your:
Tires
Fluid Levels
Hoses
Battery
Brakes
Also, it’s vital that you stock your car with water every single time you leave the house, so that you have plenty of available fluids in case you suffer a breakdown, accident or blowout while driving.
November 28, 2017
The Phoenix Art Museum is offering a great new special for local families around the Valley: free general admission days.
“Phoenix Art Museum is the largest art museum in the southwestern United States providing access to visual arts and educational programs. Top exhibitions are shown alongside the museum’s collection of more than 18,000 objects of American, Asian, European, Latin American, Western American, modern and contemporary art, photography and fashion design,” crows the museum’s website.
This special will be available for folks on the second weekend of every month during the summer, offering a variety of activities and exhibits for attendees to do and see. Each month will have a special theme, including:
Travel & Foiled Textures – May
Symbols – June
Hats – July
Hot – August
Big ones and little ones alike will enjoy exploring the museum and taking part in these unique monthly actives. There will also be free tours, live performances, scavenger hunts and even story times, rounding out a wonderful weekend for the whole family.
You can find out more about the Phoenix Art Museum’s Free Family Weekend online here. We hope everyone takes advantage of this exciting, free event happening right here in Phoenix!
Free Family Weekends at Phoenix Art Museum
Where
Phoenix Art Museum
1625 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ
When
May 13-14
June 10-11
July 8-9
Aug. 12-13
Times
Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday 12 p.m.-5 p.m.
November 28, 2017
The annual Scottsdale Culinary Festival is back for 2017! Offering local Valley residents the chance to sample a variety of local foods and drinks, this festival is the perfect opportunity for Arizona foodies looking to expand their palate.
There will be several popular restaurants, bars and food trucks featured at the festival, including Aioli Burger, Boss Pizza Bar, Bourbon Jacks, Honey Bear’s BBQ, Roka Akor, Sonata’s and Squid Ink, just to name a few.
Guests will be able to try some tasty brews at the festival’s Beer Garden, while also enjoying a Family Zone, learning more about cooking at the Culinary Experience tent, tasting some excellent local drinks at the Local Lounge and even getting a terrific view of the event on Tito’s Handmade Vodka Deck!
On top of that, attendees to the Culinary Festival will also be able see country music star Leanne Rimes perform on Saturday, April 8.
You can find out more about the upcoming Scottsdale Culinary Festival by visiting them online here. There you’ll be able to buy your tickets, including the excellent VIP offering that gives you a truly upscale experience. Happy dining!
Scottsdale Culinary Festival
When
April 8-9, 2017
Where
Scottsdale Civic Center Mall
7380 E 2nd St.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Times
Saturday 12 p.m. -9 p.m.
Sunday 12 p.m.-6 p.m.
‘ENHANCED’ INFINITI Q50 DEBUTS IN NEW YORK
November 28, 2017
INFINITI continues to debut new and updated models to its lineup, and at the 2017 New York International Auto Show, the luxury automaker let loose one of their most exciting new additions: the newly revamped 2018 Q50 premium sports sedan.
“The new Q50 features a refreshed exterior and interior design, as well as innovative technologies designed to empower and support the driver,” boasted a recent press release.
Among the many updates to the popular sedan include a revitalized interior that now features unique stitching and soft-touch materials on the instrument panel, a new leather shift knob, and new “spinal support” seats that offer extra comfort while on the road.
New driver assistance technologies have also been incorporated into the luxury sedan, such as:
Active Lane Control
Distance Control Assist
Lane Departure Warning and Prevention
Predictive Forward Collision Warning
Direct Adaptive Steering
On top of that, drivers will find the new 2018 INFINITI Q50, available soon in Scottsdale, comes with an award-winning 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbo engine, while a high-output variant of the powertrain is available on the very popular Red Sport 400 trims.
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