Angela Barako
Angela Barako has loved living in Scottsdale for the last 22 years with her husband, Tom and three daughters (plus two dogs). Angela is the co-owner of Phoenix Moms, Scottsdale Moms and Flagstaff Mom Collective. Plus she had been a member of the Scottsdale team as a contributor since 2011. She reads lots of books, is a big college football fan (Go Big Red and Sun Devils!), likes cooking, loves Pilates, sometimes attempts to garden, and is addicted to reality TV.
Family Friendly Events (December 2023)
December is here! The weather is perfect, we have so many family friendly events all around town. So fun!
Our holiday gift guide is live, check it out here.
Check out our Holiday Light Hot Spots...
What makes PVPD a better pediatric dental office
A new pediatric dental office has opened its newest location on Pima Road, just North of the 101 and we are going to tell you all the ways they are a new and unique...
Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide :: Finding the Perfect Gift
Scottsdale Moms brings you our annual Holiday Gift Guide, featuring products that will be the perfect gift for all the loved ones on your list this holiday season!
We love finding local products, just the...
Family Friendly Events in and Around Scottsdale (November)
November just might be our very favorite month in AZ! The weather is perfect, we have the anticipation of December without the stress of the holidays just yet. And we get to eat a...
Mummies Night Out: A Mom’s Night Out event recap
Thank you all for joining East Valley Moms, Scottsdale Moms and Phoenix Moms at the "Mummies Night Out: A Mom's Night Out" event. We hope all of those that attended enjoyed your kid-free evening!...
Family Friendly Events in and Around Scottsdale (October)
Cooler weather is {fingers crossed} coming soon, let's get out there and enjoy all the October events and things to do in our great state.
We are hosting a Mummies Night Out next month and...
Mummies Night Out: A Mom’s Night Out
Join us for sunset cocktails , psychic readings, and more at a child-free ghouls night out to connect with other local moms
When: Tuesday, October 24 · 6 - 8pm MST
Where: Hyatt Place Tempe /...
Family Friendly Events in and Around Scottsdale (September 2023)
We are so ready for cooler temps and all the Fall vibes. Take advantage of all the things to do and get out and explore with your family!
If you are looking to get out...
New, fun place at Scottsdale Quarter
There is a new, fun experience that just opened at Scottsdale Quarter, and we think it is going to be the hot spot everyone is talking about. It is called Lip Lab and it...
Goldfish Swim School {July event recap}
We had so much fun on Saturday at Goldfish Swim School Scottsdale. We loved seeing our community members come out for good family fun!
We are planning other fun family events in the future. Be...
Photography Guide 2023/24
We love watching the kids grow in the yearly family photo, a new baby announcement and even a fun boudoir session. Here are our favorite local photographers to help you connect with these talented...
Family Friendly Events in and Around Scottsdale (July 2023)
It is hot out there and we are just doing everything we can to stay cool! We've got your list of things to do around town here. And good luck to everyone trying to...
Experience of a lifetime {3 day wellness retreat}
Have you visited the Arizona Biltmore Resort since they remodeled the entire property? It is absolutely gorgeous and there is so much history to discover! Next month they are offering a wellness retreat focusing...
Creating a cookbook adventure
A few years ago I was gifted these two cookbooks that have by far been the best cookbooks I have ever used. Basically any and everything I even think about cooking or baking is...
Introducing a new Pediatric Dentist in North Scottsdale
Palm Valley Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics just opened their fourth valley location in North Scottsdale, conveniently located on Pima Road in the Grayhawk area. The dental team has been cleaning and caring for Arizona...
Local Events Happening in Scottsdale (June)
Our Summer Camp Guide has been published! Read all about the camps your kids are going to love this summer!
Our featured event this month is......
Check out this fun summertime treat to make at...
2023 Guide to Mother’s Day Gifts: Something for Every Mom
Mother's Day is going to be here before we know it. And if you need to pick out some special Mother's Day gifts for yourself (or drop some hints) or shop for your mother...
Local Events Happening in Scottsdale (May 2023)
Summer is going to be here before we know it. Make sure you have your summer camps planned. This is our Summer Camp Guide HERE.
It is also a great time of year to visit...
Goldfish Swim School {Event Recap}
We had so much fun on Saturday at Goldfish Swim School Scottsdale. We loved seeing our community members come out for good family fun!
We are planning other fun family events in the future. Be...
Local Events Happening in Scottsdale (April 2023)
Spring is here and that means Scottsdale is packed with all.the.events. We just wish we could do them all. Get out of the house and enjoy this great weather before it gets HOT!
It is...
Scottsdale Moms Summer Camp Guide
Living in Scottsdale means our hot HOT summers need to be filled with busy camp days for our kids. Because we know, if we don't plan our kids summers, we then become the "camp...
Local Events Happening in Scottsdale (March 2023)
Spring is coming and that means Scottsdale is packed with all.the.events. We just wish we could do them all. Plan your local spring break staycation with our monthly things to do list!
Featured Event: Join...
Local Family Friendly Events {February}
It is our very favorite time of the year here in Scottsdale! There are so many events, so many local things to do, the weather is perfect, soak it all in now before the...
Family Friendly Events (January 2023)
Happy New Year! Here's hoping 2023 is the best year for all of you!
Are there any events that we haven’t covered or do you know of a future family friendly event our community should...
3 Awesome Girls in Football to Tell Your Daughters About
From outside appearances, football is traditionally a male dominated sport. BUT if you really look at the people involved in all the flag football clubs, your local high school teams, and even the pro...
What to Buy this Prime Day!
Amazon Prime day is July 12th & 13th and we have the top 5 things you should stock up on this Prime!
School supplies.......fortunately/unfortunately school is going to be here before we can even...
Surviving Summer Guide 2022
We are so excited you found the Scottsdale Moms Guide to Surviving Summer. This is our 10th year of bringing you tips, tricks and things to do, all written to help YOU survive summer...