Things To Do In North Scottsdale, Silverleaf and DC Ranch! 

ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT Scottsdale Art Galleries Art is very alive in Scottsdale! Scottsdale is ranked as one of the top art 25 destinations in the nation with over 100 art galleries and art museums. The Scottsdale Arts Festival The Scottsdale Arts Festival has established a solid reputation as one of the premiere arts festivals in the country. Held every March during the height of Scottsdale's tourist season, the Festival draws more than 30,000 visitors in a single 3-day weekend. The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art is the only museum in Arizona devoted to the art, architecture and design of our time. Global in its focus, the Museum is a unique and vital cultural resource for the Southwest, serving local audiences as well as visitors from throughout the United States and abroad. 7374 East Second Street, Scottsdale. Phone: 480-994-ARTS. Scottsdale Public Art Program The Scottsdale Public Art Program invites residents and visitors to explore our City's Public Art Collection. Sculpture and integrated artworks are located throughout the City in parks, libraries, along our roadways, in public buildings and in other public places. The Program was established in 1985 and is dedicated to enhancing urban spaces by commissioning art that creates a sense of place and improves the built environment. Heard Museum The Heard Museum is a museum dedicated to Native American art, located in Phoenix, Arizona. Currently its collection consists of over 35,000 items. It currently has over 130,000 square feet of gallery, classroom and performance space. Arizona Opera World-class opera in Phoenix! The 2005-2006 season performances will include Carmen, The Threepenny Opera, Semele, The Italian Girl in Algiers and The Flying Dutchman. The Scottsdale Symphony The Scottsdale Symphony Orchestra. concerts are held at the beautiful Grace Chapel. Guest artists include Vagram Saradjian, cellist, and Volodymyr Vynnytsky on piano. The Comedy Spot Comedy Club Always good for a laugh…The Comedy Spot Comedy Club is fun local entertainment. You can't help be swept up in the laughter! 7117 E. Third Ave. Scottsdale. Ph: 480-945 4422. The Herberger Theater Center Built in 1989 to support and foster the growth of performing arts in Phoenix as a performance venue and arts incubator, the Herberger Theater Center has contributed to the cultural and educational development of the Valley. In that time over 2 million patrons, including school-aged children have shared the unique experience of live performing arts. 222 East Monroe Street, Phoenix. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts The Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts presents more than 1,000 events and education programs each year, including performances in dance, world music, jazz, classical music and theater. Performances take place in the 838-seat Virginia G. Piper Theater and the 136-seat Stage 2 Theater in the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts building, and the 326-seat Theater 4301 in the Galleria Corporate Centre. Cracker Jax Family Fun and Sport Park Cracker Jax was designed to provide a complete family recreation experience in a resort-like setting. The park is in North Scottsdale with 28 acres, go-karts, driving range, bumper boats and much more. Rawhide Western Town & Steakhouse Yee-haw! If you're looking for a wild time, Rawhide is the place! With over 16 rides, attractions, and games, you're sure to be happier than a billy goat in a tin can factory! Rawhide has a chuck wagon full of fun in store for you -- gunfights, stunt shows, shootin' gallery, gold panning, stagecoach rides, desert train, camel rides, petting zoo, burro rides, live country music, Sundown Cookouts, a real blacksmith, and much more. Browse more than 21 specialty shops with everything from authentic western wear to Native American art to handmade jewelry to cowboy toys. Bring the whole family. Located at 23023 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. Phone: 480-502-5600. McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park Explore the park on the miniature replica of the Colorado narrow gauge railroad, ride the antique carousel, or let the kids climb on the railroad cars. Located at 7301 E. Indian Bend Road in Scottsdale. Ph: 480-312-2312.

SPORTS AND RECREATION DC Ranch Health Club and Spa The DC Ranch Health Club and Spa offers facilities and programs for all ages. The club has an indoor basketball court, racquetball and squash courts, two outdoor resort-style pools along with an interactive spray garden for children, luxurious locker room facilities with steam baths, saunas, and whirlpools. One unique feature is a separate wing for children that includes a junior basketball court, kid's club, nursery and outdoor play area. Also, private meeting rooms and a member's business office are offered for the convenience of members and guests. Market Street Park Young residents of DC Ranch were asked to describe what their perfect park might look like. Many of their visions come to life in Market Street Park. At night, lighting turns the park into a pleasant place for grown-ups to meet and socialize. This one-acre gathering spot for picnics, play and community events is perfectly located and easily accessed from Market Street and the DC Ranch path and trail system. Gently rolling lawns and native desert landscaping. Shaded play area with sandbox and interactive water features. Tennis Channel Open Held at the beautiful Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort, this annual ATP tennis championship draws thousand to Scottsdale. This annual competition has played host to most of the game's greatest stars, including John McEnroe, Jimmy Connors, Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras, Lleyton Hewitt and Andy Roddick. Arizona Diamondbacks Bank One Ballpark is the home of the Diamondbacks, a Major League Baseball team, and has become one of the game's most recognizable landmarks in just a few seasons. Since 1998, nearly 15 million baseball fans have enjoyed the opportunity to watch the Arizona Diamondbacks at Bank One Ballpark. Phoenix Suns With the NBA's Most Valuable Player, Coach of the Year and a couple of All-NBA forwards leading the way, the Suns are poised to contend for a championship for years to come. The Suns play at the America West Arena. Call 602-379-SUNS. The FBR Open Annually sporting the largest crowds on the PGA TOUR, the FBR Open has gained near legendary status on the PGA Tour for being unlike any other golf tournament. The FBR Open is a community happening -- commonly referred to as "The Greatest Show on Grass" -- and along the way has raised close to $40 million for Arizona charities. Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show at Westworld Since 1955 the Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show has set the pace in the Arabian horse world. The Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show was a first class show from the very first day. The show is held at Westworld in Scottsdale. It has grown from 50 horses to nearly 2000 horses bringing top owners, trainers and breeders from around the world. The Barrett-Jackson Car Auctions at Westworld "…the focal point of the red hot collector car hobby," said Craig Jackson, President of the Barrett-Jackson Auction Company. See this popular annual event with celebrities and pristine collector cars. The Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event is held at Westworld in Scottsdale.

SHOPPING Market Street Market Street is the premier dining, shopping and social district in North Scottsdale, where people gather to enjoy an early morning coffee, meet friends for lunch or dinner, or experience one of the many featured events at Market Street Park. Located at the doorstep of DC Ranch, Market Street features a main street theme incorporating 15 architecturally unique buildings and a variety of distinctive restaurants, shops, neighborhood conveniences and offices all intimately tied together. Kierland Commons Kierland Commons is an upscale Main Street development that incorporates more than 70 high-end specialty stores, exquisite dining and entertainment, as well as office and plaza loft living space, into a vibrant urban neighborhood environment. Located on Scottsdale Road and Greenway Parkway in Northeast Phoenix, the 450,000-square-foot, 38-acre destination is a dynamic, pedestrian-oriented community gathering place. Scottsdale Fashion Square Home to more than 40 exclusive retailers not represented anywhere else in Arizona, Scottsdale Fashion Square boasts Arizona's only Neiman Marcus, Burberry, kate spade, Brooks Brothers, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co. and Boss Hugo Boss, to name a few. Scottsdale Pavilions This beautiful shopping center has contemporary Southwestern architecture designs and spectacular water displays. 9175 East Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale. Phone: 602-993-1626. Borgata of Scottsdale Borgata of Scottsdale features a beautifully designed old world style courtyard and offers 50 specialty stores and restaurants. 6166 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. Phone: 480-998-1822. The Citadel An array of specialty shops and services are available at this elegant garden courtyard shopping area. Businesses include a casual dining restaurant, home accessory shop, a spa, an intimate inn, and a cafe. 8700 East Pinnacle Peak Road, North Scottsdale. Phone: 480-585-8869. Farmers Market This outdoor market offers fresh grown produce, baked breads, pastries, fish, flowers, coffees, and tamales. 101 6th Avenue, Scottsdale. Phone: 480-947-6423. Open Saturday mornings from April to July. Pinnacle of Scottsdale This Spanish Renaissance architecture style shopping area has more than 30 unique specialty shops, restaurants, and services. Located at 7150 East Camelback, Suite 285, Scottsdale. Phone: 480-675-5290. Pro Golf Of Shea Boulevard Pro Golf Of Shea Boulevard features a large inventory of golf clubs, bags, shoes, apparel, and accessories. 6990 East Shea Boulevard, Suite 104, Scottsdale. Phone: 480-443-1121.

DINING Armitage Wine Lounge & Café A relaxing setting with a full wine selection. Ph: 480.502.2607. Blue Wasabi Sushi & Martini Bar Contemporary American/Asian cuisine. Ph: 480.538.5161. Chipotle Mexican Grill Tacos and burritos are custom-made with fresh ingredients at this industrial-chic Mexican chain. 3636 N. Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale. Eddie V's Edgewater Grille Freshest seafood and steaks set to music. Ph: 480.538.8468. Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar There's an art to eating well, and Fleming's is dedicated to it. Let yourself indulge in the most succulent prime beef, the freshest seafood and a tempting array of delicious salads, sides and desserts. 6333 North Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, Ph: 480-596-8265. Flo's Hong Kong Food Market Excellent contemporary Chinese cuisine in a casual setting. Ph: 480-473-1188. Indigo at the Sheraton Crescent Hotel The Sheraton Crescent Hotel also offers exciting fusion cuisine at the hotel's bistro, Indigo, with flavors of the Orient, Mediterranean and regional American cuisine making for an exhilarating dining experience. Market Street Market Street is the premier dining, shopping and social district in North Scottsdale, where people gather to enjoy an early morning coffee, meet friends for lunch or dinner, or experience one of the many featured events at Market Street Park. Located at the doorstep of DC Ranch, Market Street features a main street theme incorporating 15 architecturally unique buildings and a variety of distinctive restaurants, shops, neighborhood conveniences and offices all intimately tied together. Marquesa Located in the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort and the resort's signature restaurant, Marquesa combines the seasonings and flavors of the Mediterranean Riviera. Rated AAA 5 Diamond and Mobil 4 Star! Rancho Pinot Grill Best California Cuisine! 6208 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. Ph: 480-367-8030. Restaurant Hapa Voted No.1 for food in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area by the Zagat Restaurant Survey and "One of America's Best Restaurants" by Gourmet magazine. 6204 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. Ph: 480-998-8220. Ruth's Chris Steak House As Ruth Fertel once said, "It's the sizzle that sets us apart from the stuffy, stodgy, old-line steak houses. You have a great steak at Ruth's Chris, but you also have a great time, and you always leave with great memories." 7001 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. Ph: 480-991-5988. San Felipe's Cantina A festive cantina that's a hot night spot on Market Street. Ph: 480.563.9495. Sushi Ko Japanese at its best. 9301 East Shea Blvd., Scottsdale. Ph: 480-860-2960. T.G.I. Friday's The party's always at T.G.I. Friday's®! The menu is always new and loaded with fresh flavors. 7435 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., N. Scottsdale. Zinc Bistro Rated one of the best restaurants in Scottsdale. French Cuisine. 15034 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. Ph: 480-603-0922.

SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West In1937 Wright purchased land in northeast Scottsdale, Arizona, where he and his young apprentices took on the task of building Taliesin West as a winter "camp." The buildings at Taliesin West astounded architectural critics with their beauty and unusual form. Take a delightful tour through this architectural marvel. Westworld WestWorld is a premier, nationally recognized, user friendly equestrian center and special events facility serving the community and visitors. It is comprised of approximately 360 acres that are available for a variety of uses and events. "The Golf Capital of the World." North Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix area have more than 200 golf courses. The National Golf Federation named Phoenix "The Golf Capital of the World." The Grand Canyon Why not take a day trip with the whole family to visit Grand Canyon? No visit to Arizona is complete without seeing this incredible natural wonder. Stop in scenic Sedona on the way. View the Canyon by train, helicopter, or donkey for added adventure. Phoenix and Surrounding Area Highlights Breath-taking scenery back-dropped by lakes, mountains and desert landscapes are just minutes away from Scottsdale. Walk the Apache Trail or visit a ghost town. The choices are endless.

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