🌱 Scottsdale Jazz Festival + National Vietnam Veteran Day Event

Hello, friends! I'm back with your new copy of the Scottsdale Patch newsletter. Come along to find out everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

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Times of clouds and sun. High: 72 Low: 46.

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Here are the top three stories today in Scottsdale:

1. The Scottsdale Jazz Festival, a tribute to International Jazz Day, has announced that it is expanding to become a two-day event that will take place on Apr. 29 and Apr. 30 at the new Scottsdale Civic Center. The festival will feature a lineup of world-class artists on three stages and will include multiple food and beverage vendors from the local area as well as from around the world. Tickets for the event are on sale now at the festival's website at https://scottsdalejazzfest.org/. (Digital Journal)
2. The City of Scottsdale will be hosting a special free event to honor Vietnam veterans during National Vietnam Veteran Day on Wednesday, Mar. 29. The event will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the 360 Stage at the Scottsdale Civic Center and will include live music, food, and the chance for the community to learn more about our local Vietnam veterans and their stories and history. (Subscription: Daily Independent)
3. Benchmark Technologies recently celebrated the grand opening of its new precision technologies facility in nearby Mesa. The new 64,000-square-foot facility, which will manufacture parts that are used in the equipment that makes semiconductors, is expected to create 100 new jobs in the area and will start with hiring 55 people. (ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)

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Today in Scottsdale:

• Women's Walk At Brown's Ranch Trailhead (8:00 AM)
• Twos & Threes Together At Scottsdale Public Library Arabian Library (11:00 AM)
• Preservation Hall Jazz Band At Scottsdale Center For The Performing Arts (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Bring home your newest furry family member today! Check out this list of adoptable pets in and around the Scottsdale area and learn more about one-eyed Tiny the cat, Lollipop, Pumba, and more. (Scottsdale Patch)
• Whether you're looking for part-time employment or a full-time career, there are plenty of opportunities in the local area that are looking to hire now. Here's a list of open positions in and around Scottsdale, including multiple opportunities in customer services, sales, and more. (Scottsdale Patch)
• Join the City of Scottsdale for the Scottsdale Career Convention! You'll be able to meet with dozens of local employers at the Scottsdale Stadium on Tuesday, Apr. 25 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)

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— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.