🌱 Iran Solidarity Protest Today + Taste Of Italy And Music Festival

Hello again, Scottsdale. I'm here right on time with your fresh copy of the Scottsdale Daily, full of all the things you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Showers and a heavier thunderstorm. High: 85 Low: 65.

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Here are the top 3 stories in Scottsdale today:

1. Hundreds gathered at Scottsdale Fashion Square to support Iranian protestors last Saturday. The protestors chanted encouragement while waving flags and displaying Iranian images. The group has planned another protest for today, Oct. 15, at Tempe Town Lake at 5:30 p.m. (AZ Family, Arizona for a Free Iran)
2. A two-day celebration of Italian food and culture returns to Arizona this weekend at the Scottsdale Canal. The Scottsdale Taste of Italy and Music Festival will feature live music, hand-crafted Italian items, wine tastings, authentic food trucks, and more. Festivities will run from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. today and from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. tomorrow. (Ahwatukee Foothills News)
3. One man was killed in an early morning traffic accident in Scottsdale on Friday, according to police. Officials say the elderly victim was driving southbound around 5:30 a.m. when he crashed into a traffic signal pole near 68th Street and Indian School Road. No other people or vehicles were involved in the crash. (Arizona's Family)

Today in Scottsdale:

• OktoberWest At The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa (4:00 PM)
• Scottsdale Saturdays At Paris In Scottsdale (10:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Scottsdale Police Department invites you to join millions across the nation next Thursday, Oct. 20, by wearing purple to show support for victims and survivors of domestic violence. Check out the link to discover domestic violence resources and learn how you can raise awareness. (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• Looking for a spooky story to get you in the mood for the Halloween season? Check out the "Thrillers & Chillers" book display at Mustang Library to find your next haunting read. (Scottsdale Public Library via Facebook)
• More spots are now open for Dunkin’ for Pumpkins next Monday, Oct. 17, at 8:00 a.m. Register online soon before spots fill up! (Scottsdale Parks & Recreation via Facebook)

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— 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.