🌱 Could that “post office closing” text be a scam?

Hey there, Paradise Valley! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• Could that “post office closing” text be a scam?

Also on today's calendar: New Workshops and Summer Tour Hours at Cosanti Originals MAY and JUNE and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: Whatz the difference between Dubai...and Abu Dhabi? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 93 and low of 66 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Thursday: Warm with plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 96, low: 70.
• Friday: Warm with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 96 and low of 72 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

• How to avoid the post office text scam, according to police (fox10phoenix.com) — Paradise Valley police are alerting residents to fake text messages claiming a local post office is closing and urging people to click a link or sign a petition. Officers stress these texts are not from USPS and advise residents to ignore links, never share personal information, and report suspected scams while closely monitoring financial accounts.
   

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📸 Around Paradise Valley

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Paradise Valley

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★ Featured events ★

Wednesday May 20

• Funniest Comic In The Valley: People's Choice Awards →
  Desert Ridge Improv, 21001 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix
  7:30 pm

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Other local events

Thursday May 28

• Town Council Meeting →
  Town of Paradise Valley, AZ Calendar, 6401 E Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley
  3:00 pm

Friday May 29

• New Workshops and Summer Tour Hours at Cosanti Originals MAY and JUNE →
  Cosanti Originals, 6433 E Doubletree Ranch Rd, Paradise Valley
  9:15 am

Saturday May 30

• Devon Walker →
  Desert Ridge Improv, 21001 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix
  8:30 pm

Thursday June 4

• Great Black Swamp →
  The Blooze, 12014 N 32nd St, Phoenix
  6:00 pm

Wednesday June 17

• Funniest Comic In The Valley - Prelim Rounds →
  Desert Ridge Improv, 21001 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix
  7:30 pm

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📣 Paradise Valley Shout Outs!

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🗓 Events Nearby

Wednesday May 20

• Coffee with the Mayor →
  Fountain Hills, AZ Calendar Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
  9:00 am
• Graduation
  State Farm Stadium
  7:00 pm
• The Reel Deal Film Society
  Tempe Public Library -
  7:00 pm

Thursday May 21

• PBL spring showcase
  Connolly Middle School Tempe, AZ 85282
  5:00 pm
• Board of Adjustment →
  Fountain Hills, AZ Calendar
  5:30 pm
• Class of 2026 Graduation
  Coronado High School - Field
  7:00 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• For residents concerned about our unhoused neighbors, I wanted to share another resource.
  www.Andrehouse.org feeds 450-650 people a night, Saturday-Thursday. They also help with showers, clothing etc. And, during citrus season you can… (Nextdoor Chaparral)
• Looking for recommendations for an experienced dog trainer.
  We’ve tried a few different training approaches, including a 3-week board-and-train program, but unfortunately the results didn’t really translate… (Nextdoor Palo Cristi)

• Paradise Valley Country Club posted a job opening for Dishwasher - Full time Evening Shift (2pm - 10pm) in Paradise Valley. Apply here.
• Signet Jewelers posted a job opening for Sales Associate / Jewelry Specialist - Jared Jewelers - Paradise Valley - Phoenix, AZ in Paradise Valley. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Paradise Valley here.

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🗞 Nearby News

Tempe

• Tempe voters head to the polls to decide 2 city council seats (azfamily.com)

Scottsdale

• Scottsdale Ranks 3rd Happiest City In America, Study Says (patch.com)
• Rising Desert Heat Prompts Scottsdale Hiking Safety Warning (patch.com)
• 4 Arrested After Gunfire Erupts At Scottsdale Short-Term Rental: Police (patch.com)

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Ok Paradise Valley! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: In Dubai, the people don't watch the 'Flintstone's'. But people in Abu Dhabi Do! (Thank you Jerri E. for sending it in!)
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