Darfur Photo Exhibit Comes to Scottsdale

Don't miss the heart-wrenching photo exhibition, "Darfur, Darfur," featuring photographers who risked life and limb to capture the tragedy of Darfur through their lenses. Listen to a report about the exhibit below.

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The Doors Open in Downtown Scottsdale

The public art installation known as the Doors was dedicated in Scottsdale this weekend. The 28-foot high doors lean against each other and offer an interesting kaleidoscope perspective when you step inside, which you should do next time you're in the neighborhood of Camelback and Hayden roads.

Scottsdale's Founder Gets His Own Statue

Winfield Scott, the founder of Scottsdale, was immortalized in bronze at a celebration and ceremony this morning. Dignitaries including state historian Marshall Trimble, Congressman Harry Mitchell and Mayor Mary Manross, as well as a staggering four generations from the Scott family!

Scottsdale Performing Arts Store Named Best Downtown Shop

The Center for the Performing Arts' Store has been named as the "Best Downtown Shop" by azcentral. Congrats to The Store!

Scottsdale Art Scene Voted 4th Best

Scottsdale has been voted #4 in best art scenes in America by AmericanStyle magazine. Pittsburgh, Albuquerque and Las Vegas claimed the top 3 spots. Some local arts boosters bemoaned the ranking, claiming Scottsdale should be at the top of the list. Of course, Scottsdale did rank higher than any other Arizona city, with Phoenix falling in at #8.

The Doors Art Installation Opens May 12 in Scottsdale

From the City's newsletter:

The dedication of "The Doors," Donald Lipski's large kaleidoscope-like sculpture at the corner of Scottsdale and Camelback roads, will be held on Saturday, May 12. Festivities with events for all ages take place from 10a.m. to 2 p.m. with the formal dedication ceremony taking place at noon. The dedication will not only mark the installation of a signature work of public art in Scottsdale, but also celebrate the gifting of the art by the developer to the city.

Scottsdale's Culture Needs Your Input

The Scottsdale Cultural Council is midway through an assessment of cultural needs in the community. Before any conclusions are made, community members are invited to participate in a discussion about the preliminary issues identified from interviews and focus groups with community and cultural leaders.

Residents are invited to a community forum from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 24, at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts' Stage 2 Theater to ensure that the cultural assessment reflects residents' perspective and knowledge.

Key issues for discussion include:

• What are Scottsdale's primary cultural assets?
• What is the future role of arts and culture in the civic life of Scottsdale? What is the "big vision?"
• How can the arts and culture play a strategic role in solving social, civic and economic problems?
• To what ends should investments in facilities be made? What kinds of cultural facilities will fulfill these outcomes?
• To what extent should programs that stimulate creativity in children and adults be prioritized?
• What future roles should the Scottsdale Cultural Council play in the cultural development of Scottsdale?

Interested participants are asked to RSVP by contacting Marilyn Williams at (480) 874-4660.

The Doors Going Up Downtown

A public art sculpture known as "The Doors" is currently being installed at the southwest corner of Scottsdale and Camelback roads. The nearly 30-foot high piece of art is set for a public debut during the first week of May, but interested residents and tourists have been lingering in the area for days, watching the dynamic piece take shape.