October 2016 Issue
Welcome to the October 2016 issue of Vicinity Magazine. Here you can flip through the magazine or read the articles by clicking on the stories below.
October 2016 Stories
October is a sigh of relief after a strenuous summer here in our vicinity. So it’s no wonder citizens of this special piece of Earth are so adept at finding ways to celebrate the beginning of fall. Here are four festivals that will make you love going o…
“Jewelry is trying to be very wearable right now,” says Scott Gauthier, the creative force as well as the owner of Jewelry by Gauthier. Although specific stones may rise and fall in popularity, Gauthier believes jewelry is more of a long-term fashion …
Greeted by the sight of aquarium spheres suspended from the ceiling in the lobby, visitors to the recently opened OdySea Aquarium on Via de Ventura just east of Loop 101 begin an entertaining journey designed along an educational theme. “The storyline t…
Undeniable charm is attracting more and more people to our neighborhoods, and the demand for housing continues to grow. Breaking away from the trademark stucco suburbs so blandly prevalent in the Southwest, these pioneers in luxury living break tradition …
A timeless appeal is what one can expect from Hillstone on Camelback Road in the Biltmore area. This classic cuisine fused with many of the more popular concepts — like sushi and steakhouse — truly does have a bit of it all. In the heart of this busi…
Go gourmet over the weekend with Crudo’s brunch. This modern Italian-inspired gem of a restaurant serves up an incredible brunch with some creative takes on breakfast items such as the Brisket & Beet Hash with 63-degree Eggs or the Potato Croquettes…
It is that time of year again and Santa is here to visit with kids of all ages. Meet him at the HGTV Santa HQ at Scottsdale Fashion Square. This experiential venue in the food court brings the North Pole to our vicinity and will include Elf-Ray Vision, th…
Arcadia is home to a well-known art education and community center. Shemer Art Center & Museum is set in the heart of our neighborhood and began life as the first home built in the area. Built to accommodate the foreman of the Arcadia Water Company i…
The 2nd Annual Grand Prix of Scottsdale is in full swing November 4 – 6 throughout the streets of Old Town Scottsdale. This unique event celebrates American-made Vintage Mini Racers™ with the allure of the Roaring ’20s. Teams are encouraged to parti…
The Larsen Gallery has announced that the 2016 Larson Art Auction is in full swing and taking place on October 22nd at its newly renovated art gallery on Bishop Lane in Scottsdale. The gallery is being renovated to create a 2,500-square-foot auction room….
In recent years, the farmer’s market has become such a craze that grocers are hyping their farm-fresh produce and other great local products. The famed Vincent’s on Camelback has just opened another season of its gourmet farmer’s market that is frau…
Meaning “yellow flower,” the Mimosa dates back to 1925 and is made of equal parts of Champaign and fresh juice — with orange juice being the most common. Our vicinity is bubbling over with variations that include exotic juices, garnishes and more. …
A retail store that is all about the finer things in life is always going to attract a great clientele, and VOM FASS is no exception. In the shops at the Scottsdale Waterfront, this gem is home to fine spirits, spices, gifts, wine and so much more. Each m…
Pack it in and go for a ride on a mule. These popular drinks that originated on the East Coast are served in a copper mug and made to enjoy. The copper keeps the drink cold (and looks so appealing and adventurous). 5th and Wine 7051 E. 5th Ave., Scottsdal…