Discover The Phoenix Region Magazine #15-4 (July 2025 - August 2025)

Mid Summer Issue (Current Issue July-August) Subscribe Free at https://discovertheregion.com/subscribe/ to Gain Access to the Entire Book Now! On The Cover: Kevin Costner 108 Pages Dear Readers, As summer peaks in the Valley, the city hums with monsoon storms, laughter on shaded patios, and the quiet beauty of museum halls. On our cover, we celebrate Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, where Kevin Costner was honored with the Western Spirit Award—highlighting a decade of preserving Western heritage. This season isn’t just about staying cool, but living smartly. “Cool Home, Hot Savings” shares tips to keep homes comfortable and energy bills down, while “Splash Safely” and “Prevent Drowning” offer must-know pool safety advice. And for pet owners, “Fur-ever Friends” helps cats and dogs live together peacefully during lively summer days. Food lovers will find plenty to savor. “Sweet Escapes with a View” reveals Phoenix’s coolest indoor dessert spots, and “Summer Happy Hours” lists the best dining deals in Old Town Scottsdale. Adventurous readers can explore “Exotic Culinary Delights,” featuring goat stew with cassava and vegan lavender ice cream. Beyond dining, we spotlight movement and conservation: “Workout Cool” showcases the inclusive Ability360 Sports & Fitness Center, while “Saving Every Drop of Water!” highlights SRP’s innovative efforts to protect our desert’s most vital resource. When the city heat lingers, “High Country Treks” invites you to cooler trails in Northern Arizona. And indoors, our “Book Reviews” recommend titles like “The Wide Wide Sea,” “Original Sin,” “Never Flinch,” and “Nightshade”—perfect reads for summer afternoons. What truly makes Phoenix summers special isn’t just how we cool off, but how we come together as neighbors, families, and explorers. We hope this issue inspires you to discover, taste, and celebrate the best of our region. Warmly, Marie Taylor Editorial Director Discover The Phoenix Region Magazine

Photography by: Greg Bernstein

Tyler Carson: Fiddler on the Rock

Every Thursday & Saturday, 6:45 p.m.–8:15 p.m.

Sedona HUB (Thu), 525b Posse Ground Rd &

Sedona Dances Headquarters (Sat), 2160 Shelby Dr #203, Sedona

Tyler Carson’s Fiddler on the Rock captivates audiences weekly at

Sedona HUB (Thu) and Sedona Dances Headquarters (Sat, “Celtic

Dreams” edition). Seen on CBS Mornings, this one-man symphony

blends violin with rock hits via live looping, from Hendrix to Swift,

set amid Sedona’s stunning red rocks. A magical experience for

all ages!

Tickets: $55 general, $85 VIP—buy online at:

https://fiddlerontherock.com

“A flower blooming

in the desert proves

to the world that

adversity, no matter

how great, can be

overcome.”

- Matshona Dhliwayo

As August settles over Phoenix, the desert city shimmers beneath a relentless sun,

its rugged skyline framed by purple-hued mountains and skies heavy with the hint

of monsoon rain. The towering palms and saguaros stand resilient, their silhouettes

etched against late-afternoon thunderclouds that promise fleeting relief. Streets pulse

with heat by day, then come alive at night as locals and visitors alike chase cooler

breezes through downtown avenues and shaded patios. It’s a month where the Valley

of the Sun embraces the paradox of summer’s intensity and the electric anticipation

of fall on the horizon, offering moments both bold and unexpected.

From the laughter echoing at Stand Up Live and the unpredictable hilarity of Drunk

Shakespeare, to the dazzling costumes at The 4Some Revue and the nostalgic

anthems of Lost 80’s Live, August is alive with creative spirit. Indie bands, rap

tours, and brass ensembles transform iconic venues like Crescent Ballroom and

Last Exit Live into intimate stages of sound and story. Baseball fans cheer the

Diamondbacks at Chase Field as the crack of the bat mingles with the distant

rumble of summer storms. Whether dancing to cumbia rhythms, exploring city

streets in a scavenger hunt, or cooling off under Chase Field’s retractable roof,

August invites all to savor the region’s blend of desert resilience and cultural

vibrance—a season when Phoenix proves that even in its hottest hour, it shines

brightest through art, sport, and community celebration.

August

Calendar

Tyler Carson: Fiddler on the Rock

Every Thursday & Saturday, 6:45 p.m.–8:15 p.m.

Sedona HUB (Thu), 525b Posse Ground Rd &

Sedona Dances Headquarters (Sat), 2160 Shelby Dr #203, Sedona

Tyler Carson’s Fiddler on the Rock captivates audiences weekly at

Sedona HUB (Thu) and Sedona Dances Headquarters (Sat, “Celtic

Dreams” edition). Seen on CBS Mornings, this one-man symphony

blends violin with rock hits via live looping, from Hendrix to Swift,

set amid Sedona’s stunning red rocks. A magical experience for

all ages!

Tickets: $55 general, $85 VIP—buy online at:

https://fiddlerontherock.com

Tyler Carson: Fiddler on the Rock

Every Thursday & Saturday, 6:45 p.m.–8:15 p.m.

Sedona HUB (Thu), 525b Posse Ground Rd &

Sedona Dances Headquarters (Sat), 2160 Shelby Dr #203, Sedona

Tyler Carson’s Fiddler on the Rock captivates audiences weekly at

Sedona HUB (Thu) and Sedona Dances Headquarters (Sat, “Celtic

Dreams” edition). Seen on CBS Mornings, this one-man symphony

blends violin with rock hits via live looping, from Hendrix to Swift,

set amid Sedona’s stunning red rocks. A magical experience for

all ages!

Tickets: $55 general, $85 VIP—buy online at:

https://fiddlerontherock.com

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DTPR JULY THROUGH AUGUST 2025 / CALENDAR