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Desert Schools Federal Credit Union Kicks Off Shine On Campaign
To commemorate Desert Schools Federal Credit Union's 75th anniversary, it will launch its upcoming Shine On campaign Jan. 15 by donating more than $750,000 to Valley charities. Desert Schools will present the United Way with a check for more than $300,000 and Phoenix Children’s Hospital with a check for nearly $400,000 at the Phoenix Zoo this Wednesday. In addition, Desert Schools will...
Ice Den Purchases Polar Ice Chandler
The owners of the Ice Den--a popular ice rink in North Scottsdale--has purchased Chandler-based Polar Ice. The renamed Ice Den Chandler is located at 7225 W. Harrison St. Prior to the purchase by Ice Den, there were concerns that Polar Ice Chandler was going to be torn down.
“We are thrilled to have acquired the Chandler facility. Our initial efforts will be focused on revitalizing the business and the facility and getting to know the community and our customers. We will invest the necessary resources and capital to build consistently high quality hockey and skating programs, as we have at our North Scottsdale...
Bistro 24 at The Ritz-Carlton, Phoenix Opens Patio with Aston Martin Reception
With warmer temps on the way Bistro 24 at The Ritz-Carlton, Phoenix will officially open its patio for the 2014 spring season with a special Aston Martin reception on Friday, January 17. The complimentary culinary event will include delicious grilled food from recently appointed Executive Chef Garry O’Connor along with an inside look at the luxury and performance of Aston Martin’s latest models.
Starting at 6 p.m., reception attendees will nosh on a choice of champagne-infused Maine lobster medallions, wild mushroom-filled...
Scottsdale Resort Unveils Spa and Fitness Expansion
After a three-month renovation, Scottsdale Resort has unveiled its new-and-improved Amansala Spa. The combined spa, salon and fitness center space now spans 4,000 square feet. The exercise area comprises new cardio equipment (double the amount of equipment as before the renovation) and all-new circuit machinery, free weights and accompaniments. For a little post-workout pampering, there are now five treatment rooms with separate entrances for privacy, including a skin...
Valley Cab Co. Gives Back
Is your New Year's resolution to give back to the commuity? Well, one Valley company is making that super-duper easy to achieve. Through Jan. 18, Valley-based Clean Air Cab will match every single dollar generated from their special Holiday Spirit Cab (which started Dec. 18) and all proceeds will go to Helen’s Hope Chest. The local charity fulfills the dreams of hundreds of foster children from throughout the Valley and beyond by providing them with clothing, school supplies, books, gift cards, toys, games and more at no cost to their foster parents. www.cleanaircab.com.
