🌱 Orphaned Bear Cubs Returned To Wild + Santa Social Takes Off

Hello again, neighbors! It's me, Helen Eckhard, your host of the Daily. Here's what you need to know about what's happening locally.

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Sunny. High: 66 Low: 42.

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Here are the top three stories today in Scottsdale:

1. A Scottsdale animal shelter who adopted five orphan bear cubs last year has released them into the wild. Three of the cubs were taken in back in August of 2021 by the Southwest Wildlife Conversation Center after their mothers died. Two more were added to the group by the end of the year. All five bears have been returned to the wild. (KJZZ)
2. The Scottsdale Quarter will be holding The Santa Social to usher in the holiday season. The highly-anticipated kick-off event will take place on Nov. 26 from 2:00 p.m. through 8:00 p.m. in The Quad. This is the 10th year of the popular event. Visitors will be able to get photos with Santa Claus, witness a tree lightning ceremony, hear live entertainment, and see an outdoor movie. (citysuntimes)
3. The McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park's Holiday Lights will pull into the station starting Friday, Nov. 25. Travelers will experience a gorgeous experience with holiday lights and a fun display. There will be time to take photos with Santa Claus along the way. Children two and under get free admission. (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)

Today in Scottsdale:

• Laura Joy At Old Town Scottsdale (1:00 PM)
• Trio Rio At Porters Western Saloon (2:00 PM)
• Family Friendly: Little Fox At The Brush Bar (3:00 PM)
• Daylife Saturdays At Riot House (10:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• On Saturday, the Sing-Along & Tree Lighting Ceremony by the Scottsdale Waterfront will take place. There will be 10 new events through the end of the year to get you in the holiday spirit! (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• Celebrate Thanksgiving weekend with some gratitude yoga to connect your mind and body. All levels are welcome, so stop by Sereno Park on Sunday at 11:30 a.m. to join! (All Events)
• The Arizona International Auto Show has will be holding its final day on Sunday. If you want to come check out some amazing vehicles, take the children because they get in for free on family day! (Car Cruise Finder)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday off right. See you all Monday morning for another update!

— Helen Eckhard

About me: Helen Eckhard is a marketing associate at Lightning Media Partners. Outside of work, she enjoys constructing crossword puzzles, knitting, or devising increasingly crafty ways to kill off characters in her mystery novels.