Leadership class graduates Friday
Graduation ceremonies for Scottsdale Leadership’s Class XXII will begin at 5:30 p.m. Friday at Omaha Steakhouse in the Embassy Suites, 2630 E. Camelback Road.
Leadership class graduates Friday
Graduation ceremonies for Scottsdale Leadership’s Class XXII will begin at 5:30 p.m. Friday at Omaha Steakhouse in the Embassy Suites, 2630 E. Camelback Road.
The Western-themed event will begin with a cocktail hour at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. and the program at 7:15 p.m.
Tickets are $30 and available at www.scottsdaleleadership.org or by calling (480) 627-6710.
Free asthma screenings
The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and Valley allergists will conduct free asthma screenings from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Scottsdale Healthcare Information Center, 8322 E. McDowell Road, Suite 105.
During the screening, adults and children will fill out a questionnaire; take a painless lung function test that involves blowing into a tube; and meet with an allergist to discuss their symptoms.
Allergists encourage anyone with uncontrolled asthma or experiencing breathing problems such as coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath to visit www.acaai.org and attend a screening.
For information, call (480) 421-0598.
Grocer to give proceeds to clubs
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale has been chosen by Whole Foods Market as the recipient of its Community Giving Day on Wednesday.
The Whole Foods Market at 7111 E. Mayo Blvd. (near Loop 101 and Scottsdale Road) will donate 5 percent of that location’s net sales to the organization.
Whole Foods Market selects one local nonprofit or educational organization as recipient of their Community Support Day. Most recently, the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art received more than $3,700 from this store.
Check home plant watering system
Residential watering systems need an annual checkup. Homeowners should Inspect all the parts and components of their watering systems.
Look for leaks, standing water, soggy ground or soil erosion.
It’s also a good time to replace the backup battery in your controller box.
Scottsdale city employees have more tips on how to inspect watering systems. Visit www.wateruseitwisely.com or call (480) 312-5650.
Fundraiser helps fight child abuse
Childhelp Wings, a mother/daughter organization dedicated to fighting child abuse, is holding its second Boutique Street Luncheon and Fashion Show Saturday at the Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa, McArthur Ballroom, 2400 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix.
The family fashion show and luncheon features a “Boutique Street” concept in which more than 12 women-owned boutique owners, designers and artists come together in a celebration of businesswomen helping in the fight against child abuse.
The event begins at 9:30 a.m. with registration, coffee, raffle, shopping and fashion show preview. The luncheon, live auction and the fashion show begin at noon.
Tickets are $75 for adults and $50 for children. For tickets or information, call (480) 699-0727 or e-mail bbnos@cox.net.
McDowell, Hayden lanes reduced
The intersection of McDowell and Hayden roads in Scottsdale will have single-lane restrictions in all directions at times through May to allow crews to complete median work and landscaping.
Hayden will also have single-lane restrictions in both directions between Palm Lane and Commerce Court, just south of McDowell Road.
