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Ritz Carlton Dove Mountain Replaces Fireworks with Laser Show

Looking for something unique to do with the fam on Fourth of July? The Ritz Carlton Dove Mountain has just announced a change of plans to their original Fourth of July fireworks display. Instead, they will feature a patriotic-themed laser light experience! The laser-light spectacle will showcase custom-light choreography within the resort's breathtaking canyon setting. The 30-minute show will be presented the evening of July 3.

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Guard Dog Just Entered Dog Days of Summer

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This adorable guard dog, Banner, was just entered into Dog Days of Summer! Have you entered your pup? Click here for more information.

 

Just Received: Cutest Dog Days of Summer Entry

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We just received the most adorable entry for our Dog Days of Summer Contest! Meet Gracie, she's five months old and from Scottsdale.

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We are on the lookout for the cutest dog in Arizona. Have you entered your pup? Click here for more details and to enter.

 

Make-A-Wish Raises Almost $700,000

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The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Arizona succeeded in raising nearly $700,000 at its annual fundraiser!

The foundation teamed up with Go Daddy CEO and Founder Bob Parsons and his wife, Renee, to host its 15th annual gala, which took place at the beautiful Westin Kierland Resort & Spa back in May. Their contributions alone racked in more than $350,000 in support of children and Make-A-Wish.

The Parsons were also given the Tom and Madena Stewart Lifetime Compassion award, in honor of the late Make-A-Wish Foundation supporters Tom and Madena Stewart, for the incredible efforts.

Congratulations to Make-A-Wish and the Parsons, and here's to making children's dreams come true!

 

www.wishaz.org

 

Make a Difference and Check Out This Blog

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Ashley LeMieux, a recent Arizona State University graduate, started The Shine Project to motivate people to take control of their lives and go after their goals. Her blog, www.ashlemieux.blogspot.com, gives daily inspiration and challenges for people to step out of their comfort zones to accomplish hard things. Ashley wanted to send the message throughout the world that happiness is achievable, and serving others will help you get there. She also created SHINE necklaces as a daily reminder of our purpose to spread our light, and put $1 of each necklace into The Shine Project Scholarship Fund, which will be...

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