Are you looking for a fun, unique place for your next mom’s night out or date night? Scottsdale Moms Blog contributors were so lucky to be invited to try Salut Kitchen Bar, a wine bar in Tempe with a delicious...
I am so thrilled to share with all you wonderful Scottsdale Moms a new passion project of mine and a special opportunity to capture some magic with you and your little ones, just in time for the holiday season! If...
Holidays are fast approaching and that generally means lots of parties...and lots of FOOD! You may be dreading the thought of planning, prepping, cooking and overall organizing of food for your guests. You may be trying to figure out...
It still may be summer weather here, but Fall IS coming. I promise! I am a Fall-loving, craft-obsessed mama, and could not wait to get started on some projects. I have an 18-month old this year and she is really...
Fall brings with it festivals and pumpkin patches galore, but one place you may not think of for some frightening fun is SEA LIFE Arizona. This October 10 – 31, SEA LIFE spooktacular events will be taking place for the ghosts,...
I'm back with more favorite local finds on Instagram to share. You can visit my first post regarding local vendors on IG here. Take a look below and make use of your follow button on Instagram! A Bakeshop: @abakeshop Follow...
  It's still hot in the desert and I know it's hard to think about Fall, but there are several wonderful events to get you in the mood for pumpkins, Halloween and yes, even colder temperatures. Keep reading to find...
Urban Wax is hosting a grand opening event at their newest store at Kierland Village and you are invited! Join Urban Wax, Mae & Marie and Scottsdale Moms Blog for a fun opening night. October 8, 2015 from 5:30-8:30pm There will be...
Oh haaai, friend. Pull up a chair. La ti da. That? Oh, nothing. Just the remnants of a cinnamon bun that baby-in-the-tummy and I consumed without sharing a single bite with anyone else. And the mug? It held in its loving care...
Founded in California, Ahi Mahi brings the coastal fresh fish vibe right to Scottsdale. Ahi Mahi advertises as a “healthy, California-inspired and South East Asian infused cuisine." The concept is actually really cool. When I found out they opened...
Welcome to our SMB Playdate Series! This series focuses on various locales throughout the city that are enjoyable for a playdate and a writer’s opinion on a particular location. Today we profile the Scottsdale Civic Center Library. Kate and Renee share personal observations on their...
September is here and you know what that means. . . Fall is in the air. Well, technically fall won't arrive for another month or so in Scottsdale, but temperatures are starting to cool down in the morning. It's the...
Are you in need of some girl time? Join us for a Mom's Night Out at Athleta in Kierland Commons this Wednesday night (September 9) for some shopping & champagne! Athleta is a clothing brand that is perfect for moms, they have...
Snooze is an amazing breakfast joint and they just opened their first Scottsdale location this past week in Kierland Commons. It has a casual and friendly atmosphere with food that will definitely leave you full and wanting to come...
Scottsdale Moms Blog has been big fans of Music Together for many years. We love them and we are excited to bring you this giveaway just in time for their fall classes! Music Together is a fantastic organization that offers musical classes for...
Parks were our saving grace when we first moved to Scottsdale. This post is mostly geared towards fellow newcomers to the area, but maybe some veterans will see a “new to them” park, or be reminded of someplace they...
When my oldest son and daughter were very young, we did not have a pool. I remember coming up with all kinds of inventive ways to try to stay cool. And, then, I discovered splash pads. These glorious spots provided the...
Summer vacation is almost here and there is no better time to start planning for the endless, hot summer days with the kiddos. Truly, I LOVE my children. I just love them more when they are in school five days a...
Ok, summer's here, kids are home, we are all stuck in the house.  We all NEED fun things to do to survive this heat! No need to worry because the SMB Guide to Surviving Summer is here, just for you! We included...
It's that time of year again. . . Just a few more weeks of school. Vacations are in the making. Kids are wondering what to do this summer. Mom is thinking about how to keep her kids entertained. Vacation Bible School...
Recently, we drove down to Tucson, Arizona for the weekend. Tucson is only 1 & 1/2 hours south from Scottsdale, so it is an easy drive. It is also about five degrees cooler, which makes all the difference in the...
Nothing quite says Mother's Day like a delicious brunch with someone else doing the cooking! Add in some world famous sticky buns or a bloody mary cart and it’s the perfect way to start Mom’s special day. Check out these...
  Welcome to our SMB Playdate Series! This series focuses on various locales throughout the city that are enjoyable for a playdate and a writer's opinion on a particular location. Today we profile Gateway Trailhead, an outdoor trail in Scottsdale. Kate and Renee share personal...
Many families will travel out of town during summer break. We had a chance to travel to Hawaii earlier this year and I made mental notes on this trip to help prepare for our next vacation. When we spent time on...
Spring break is over, so you know what that means! Summer is right around the corner and we should start planning our camp schedules before the kids are out from school with NOTHING to do. My camp philosophy? During the school year,...
I never want to miss out on the fun. I over-book our sweet family to a fault. Thank goodness my husband ropes us in for down time. So, when Friday night’s busy schedule would not allow us to attend the...
Hey SMB readers and local businesses! We are getting ready to launch our third annual Scottsdale Moms Blog Guide to Surviving Summer next month (yes, I am sorry, but summer is almost here...) The Guide has tons on great information...
Welcome to Octopus Hideout, the newest exhibit at Sea Life Arizona! It just opened this week and the new tanks are sure to thrill your kiddos. Do you know what a Cuttlefish is? How about a Chambered Nautilus or Peacock Mantis Shrimp?...
If you are a local or you are planning a spring break visit to AZ, there are a ton of great things to do in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and surrounding areas. Here is our list of THE BEST activities for you...
Hello Moms! If you, like me, are a little rusty with your Presidential knowledge, here are some resources to brush up your Super Brain this President's Day. QUIZZES Pop Quiz: Which president had a mouth full of dentures, and therefore...

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