Moon Valley news, events and neighbors
The Moon Valley Insider: September 14, 2026
Good Morning Moon Valley,
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The Back Nine Business Showcase
Two Blackpool Semifinalists Are Teaching Moon Valley to Dance
Fred Astaire Dance Studios, Moon Valley offers private lessons, group classes, and practice parties for every age and skill level. Whether it is a first dance for a wedding, a new hobby, or a path toward competition, the studio's own curriculum and a welcoming, no-judgment community get you comfortable on the floor fast.
Caption: Owners Manuel Frighetto and Daria Sereda.
The studio is led by owners Manuel Frighetto and Daria Sereda, competitive dancers who have performed on some of the sport's biggest stages, including the first and most famous annual ballroom competition - Blackpool, the UK Open, and the European Championships, and who have been semifinalists in the top professional Latin category at Blackpool three years running. Look for them at our Halloween Pop-Up on October 17, too.
Call 602-795-2220 to book a first lesson, or find them on Instagram at @fadsmoonvalley.
Visit Fred Astaire Moon Valley →
From the Grasshopper Bridge: The Big News You Need to Know
Get Stronger and Feel Better while Someone Watches the Kids
Ready to get stronger, feel better, and make yourself a priority this fall? Burn Boot Camp Deer Valley is offering four weeks of unlimited camps with complimentary Childwatch for just $69, and the sale starts today, September 14.
Welcome to Check Moon Valley First!
Please join us in welcoming Denice Lopez Photography to Check Moon Valley First! Denice photographs motherhood and family, creating timeless, heartfelt portraits that feel like the people in them. She runs seasonal mini sessions through the year, including esert and Christmas minis, and every session comes back to you as a private online gallery.
See her live directory listing here. She’ll be taking pictures with Santa for your family at our December 12 pop-up market at Moon Valley from 9am-12pm.
Moon Mountain Spotlight
A New Name, an Open House, and Free Family Portraits
Dr. Heather Gibson of Gibson Body Wellness has news: the space she practices in has a new name, Ezer Wellness, and a new lineup of providers, and they are throwing a come-and-go open house to celebrate on Saturday, September 26, from 9 AM to 12 PM at 8687 E. Via de Ventura, Suite 101, in Scottsdale. All are welcome!
There will be food, a craft for kids, and raffles, including a date night and a hat from Busy Bees, plus raffle items and discounts from the providers themselves.
Sign Up in Advance for Free Family Portraits at the Event →
Lookout Mountain Views
A Sound Bath and a Succulent Terrarium
Della Luna Wellness and The Succulent Social are hosting Rooted in Autumn on Sunday, October 11, from 4 to 6 PM, in North Phoenix at 7th St and Thunderbird.
To reserve your spot, call or text Kristy at 856-297-7437 or Stacey at 602-341-3104.
Learn about Della Luna Wellness →
Around Moon Valley
Two New Ways to Meet Your Neighbors This Month
Then Check Moon Valley First takes on team trivia at The 1227 Taproom on Tuesday, September 22, at 6:30 PM - bring a date or come by yourself.
Plus, our new monthly Moon Valley Business Owners Lunch kicks off Friday, September 25, from 11 AM to 12:30 PM, at Mideast Eats.
See the Full Events Calendar →
The 19th Hole
Self-Care and Wellness in Moon Valley
Facials, massage, chiropractic care, med spa treatments, fitness, and holistic wellness, all from trusted local pros on our side of town.
The Moon Valley Rundown
Don't-Miss Events
Denim & Diamonds, a Bubbles & Bites Tasting Experience · Thursday, September 17, 5:30 to 7:30 PM · Feathers Fine Custom Furnishings
Moon Valley Showcase of Homes · Saturday, September 19, 12 to 3 PM · homes all over Moon Valley, priced from the $200,000s to $2 million · hosted by Jackie Briggs of Locality Homes
Contact Jackie Briggs and Locality Homes for More Information →
Flow Into Lymph: Brunch with Purpose · September 20, 11 AM to 2 PM · Good Company | Only nine seats left and ticket sales close THIS TUESDAY!
Save the Dates
CMVF Trivia Night · Tuesday, September 22, 6:30 PM · The 1227 Taproom, with Deli 8:20 · bring a date or come by yourself
Moon Valley Business Owners Lunch · Friday, September 25, 11 AM to 12:30 PM · Mideast Eats
Women's Clothing Swap Event Fundraiser · Saturday, September 26, 9 AM to 12 PM · Moon Valley Bible Church · $37, benefits OCJ Kids
Civitinis, a night of sips and support for Camp Civitan · October 9 · Civitan Village Patio · couples $150
Rooted in Autumn, a Fall Sound + Succulent Experience · Sunday, October 11, 4 to 6 PM · Della Luna Wellness and The Succulent Social · $60, 15 guests · Kristy 856-297-7437
Historic Women Composers: A Piano Recital · October 17, 12:30 to 2 PM · Steinway & Sons, Scottsdale · free, RSVP required · The Staccato Cactus
Halloween Pop-Up & Trick or Treating · Saturday, October 17, 2 to 5 PM · Moon Valley Park
Staccato Cactus piano salons · October 18 to November 13, Fridays through Sundays · five seats per salon · 817-219-8661
ProMusica Arizona, "Heart of America" · October 24 · All Saints Lutheran · use discount code Moon
Pup of the Week
Meet your neighbor: Braxton, the bulldog. Dawn says she wishes she had gotten a picture of him the day before, digging a hole in the mud while it was raining.
Submit your pup to star in Pup of the Week on CheckMVFirst.com
Until Next Week, Moon Valley
Thank you for being part of this community, for supporting the businesses in your neighborhood, for coming to the events, for forwarding this newsletter to a neighbor who needs to know.
From Moon Valley, Ashley Vellón, Founder of Check Moon Valley First
