Author: Melissa Larsen

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How to Celebrate Fourth of July

From festive holiday staycations to restaurants giving back to nonprofits that aid veterans, here are 20-plus ways to celebrate the Fourth of July weekend. And read on to find out who is hosting the biggest fireworks show in Scottsdale history!

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Fab Dads: Arizona

On June 20, we honor the giver of the best piggyback rides, the top pancake flipper in the house and simply the coolest dude ever: Dad. In honor of Father’s Day, meet five Valley dads and learn their advice for new papas, their greatest joys and challenges, and how they plan to spend their big day.

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T. Cook’s Summer Menu

Though T. Cook’s at Royal Palms Resort and Spa has long been a Phoenix favorite for special occasion dining (for more than two decades, in fact), don’t wait for an anniversary or graduation to sample the restaurant’s brand-new spring/summer menu. Toast to today alongside Chef Lee Hillson’s glorious mussels and lamb chops as those alone are worth celebrating.

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Summer Staycations 2021

We’re all clamoring for a summer of fun, so why not spend time this season poolside with a cocktail in hand during an Arizona staycation? Whether you’re seeking a family-friendly adventure, a couple’s retreat, a weekend with girlfriends or even a solo escape, here are 30-plus Arizona resorts–from down in Tucson to the tippy top of the state in Page–offering fabulous deals, packages and more for summer staycationing.