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The community is invited to join us at a festive luncheon as we present our 2025 Woman of the Year Award to Sintra Hoffman, President & CEO, WESTMARC. Register.
We are excited to welcome our meeting sponsor, Ideal Insurance Agency, and learn how they support business in the community. We are thrilled to have D.J. Shane, MIXXIT Entertainment in the house. Register.
Tuesday, October 7
11:30 am - 1:15 pm
WVWNA Members $35
Non-WVWNA Members $39 Register
The annual Trail to Leadership event and award presentation is hosted by Scouting Arizona, Grand Canyon Council to honor community leaders who exemplify the values of integrity, service, and leadership.
This year’s honorees, Dr. Michael Crow and Sharon Harper, will be celebrated and recognized for their contributions to their community throughout the years.
Dr. Michael Crow, higher education leader and president of Arizona State University, has spearheaded ASU's rapid growth initiatives, establishing the school as the number one most innovative school in the country for 10 years. As a two-term member of the National Advisory Council on Innovation and Entrepreneurship and a former member of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Academic Advisory Council, Crow is an elected fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), National Academy of Public Administration, American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and the American Philosophical Society.
Sharon Harper, CEO, chairman and co-founder of Plaza Companies, will be spotlighted for her civic and political leadership and community philanthropy. She has been instrumental in the continued success of SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center.
Harper currently serves as vice chairman for the ASU Trustees, trustee for Creighton University, chairman of the Creighton University President Advisory Board for Phoenix, trustee for the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust, past chairman and executive board for Banner Health Foundation, Greater Phoenix Leadership and Greater Phoenix Economic Council, the Board of Governors for TGen, and is a trustee for the McCain Institute for International Leadership.
Karrin Taylor Robson, founder and president of AZ Strategies, and John Graham, president and CEO of Sunbelt Holdings, will be chairing the luncheon.
PBR Teams is back in Glendale October 10 through October 12 for Ridge Rider Days at Desert Diamond Arena. Don’t miss your chance to witness head-to-head action, a night of wild rides and heart-stopping action 8 seconds at a time. Support your home PBR Team, the Arizona Ridge Riders, as they battle seven other PBR teams for the Ridge Rider Days title.
PBR Teams is back in Glendale October 10 through October 12 for Ridge Rider Days at Desert Diamond Arena. Don’t miss your chance to witness head-to-head action, a night of wild rides and heart-stopping action 8 seconds at a time. Support your home PBR Team, the Arizona Ridge Riders, as they battle seven other PBR teams for the Ridge Rider Days title.
The West-MEC Career Academy at Agua Fria will support increasing demand for careers in the trades critical to the region’s continued growth. The academy will offer specialized training and industry certifications through four programs, including:
Electrical Trade Specialty: Students will learn to install, maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems, preparing them for roles in residential and commercial wiring with pathways toward a journeyman’s license.
Medium/heavy diesel technology: This program trains students to repair and maintain diesel-powered vehicles and equipment, with hands-on experience in mechanical and electrical systems used in transportation and construction industries.
Welding technology: Students will master advanced welding techniques to join and fabricate metal products, equipping them to contribute to industries like construction or artistic metalwork.
Air conditioning technology: Students will learn to install and maintain heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, focusing on energy efficiency and climate control in residential and commercial settings.
The Career Academy is open to all students within West-MEC’s boundaries, over 3,600 square miles in the northern and western parts of the Phoenix Metro area.
Join us for an evening of flowers,fun, wine and snacks!
Thursday, October 16th at 5PM
Floral designer extraordinaire Terrie Overstreet will teach how to create a spooky and elegant Halloween Themed floral centerpiece. All supplies will be provided, along with Scary Sangria, Bruschetta and Creepy Cannoli's!
Please join us for the Official Grand Opening of DICK’S House of Sport.
Actual cutting of the Ribbon to commence at 8:45am with doors opening at 9:00am. The first 100 people in line will be eligible for some fantastic giveaways!
Join us for the grand opening celebration of The Cascalote, our first new affordable housing community in Arizona in 13 years! Named after the evergreen tree known for its beautiful yellow flowers, this brand-new community offers 148 homes for seniors, with at least 17 set aside for seniors transitioning out of homelessness or living with a disability, with a preference for veterans.
Light refreshments will be served.
Onsite and street parking will be available for guests.
Join us for a family-friendly Fall Fest on Saturday, October 25, from 10 AM – 1 PM! Enjoy a festive day filled with music from our live DJ, seasonal crafts, face painting, pumpkin painting, and a charming petting zoo.
Admission is FREE with a non-perishable food donation benefiting St. Mary’s Food Bank.
Stroll the center and soak up all the autumn vibes while you shop your favorite brands you'll fall for.
Join NourishPHX in-person or online for the sixth annual Beyond the Pantry breakfast. The event is aimed at celebrating the progress of the organization working to end poverty, while helping NourishPHX in supporting the 25,000 families it serves each year. The goal for the event is to raise $75,000; funds go directly to programs that benefit low-income and working families across the Valley.
The breakfast will feature stories of hope and resilience in the local community, including videos from NourishPHX clients and volunteers.
Beyond the Pantry will feature Food Network Star, Chef Jeff Kraus from the Crepe Bar, who will provide breakfast, along with Chef Gabe Gardner from GCU’s Culinary Arts Program, who is the latest chef featured in “Think Inside the Box,” a social media campaign where local Valley chefs demonstrate the amazing dishes that can be made from what is donated in one of the NourishPHX food pantry boxes.
The event will also feature a designer handbag and jewelry silent auction.
Frank Kitchen, renowned corporate motivational speaker and professional association leadership expert, who teaches leaders how to be positive difference makers and life changers, will return as the master of ceremonies for the event.
Those who are unable to attend but are still interested in supporting NourishPHX’s mission can donate at https://nourishphx.org.
