Moon Valley news, events and neighbors
The Moon Valley Insider: September 21, 2026
Good Morning Moon Valley,
Thank you to Hannah for her recent review of Check Moon Valley First! We appreciate all the community members who support Moon Valley Businesses.
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The Back Nine Business Showcase
When a Pipe Bursts, Alex is just a call away!
Crocker Plumbing is a family-owned plumbing company led by Alex Crocker. When I had an unexpected (who expects it, right?!?) pipe burst, we had a great experience with Alex, who was quick, professional and reliable. Exactly what you want when water is somewhere it should not be!
Crocker Plumbing handles leak repairs, pipe installation and repair, water heater service, drain cleaning, and kitchen and bathroom plumbing. For businesses, they install plumbing systems and take care of preventive maintenance, grease traps and backflow prevention. And they offer 24/7 emergency repairs.
Licensed, bonded and insured, ROC #335560. Call 602-918-4614, Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 4 PM, and any time for an emergency.
From the Grasshopper Bridge: The Big News You Need to Know
Run, Walk or Stroll for Arizona Families Fighting Cancer
Families Raising Hope is holding its 10th Annual 5K for Hope on Saturday, November 21, at Rio Vista Community Park in Peoria, and every registration helps Arizona families carry the financial weight of cancer treatment, with help for things like groceries, utilities, rent and transportation.
Sign up by September 30 to lock in a lower price!
Register for the 5K for Hope →
Welcome to Check Moon Valley First!
Please join us in welcoming Copper State Color to Check Moon Valley First! Jacquie Horton brings the paint and sip to you, hosting public paint nights at local spots like Simple Machine Brewing and Upper Crust Pizza, and traveling for private parties! Every class comes with all the supplies and step by step instruction, so beginners are welcome and you go home with a painting you will want to hang up.
Her next two nights out are Paint Your Pet on Monday, September 28 at Simple Machine Brewing and a Paint and Sip on Tuesday, September 29 at Upper Crust Pizza, and she is raising money for HARTT with Paint Paws for a Cause on October 24. Join her monthly email list on her website for $5 off your next event.
Moon Mountain Spotlight
Trick or Treat with Your Neighbors at Moon Valley Park
Our Halloween Pop-Up and Trick or Treating is Saturday, October 17, from 2 to 5 PM at Moon Valley Park. Bring the kids in costume, trick or treat your way through the booths, and shop our local vendors while you are there.
Lookout Mountain Views
Bring the Kids to a Community Celebration at Arizona Sunrays
Arizona Sunrays is hosting our Kids Community Celebration on Sunday, November 8, from 12 to 2 PM. $5 per child to play, our local vendors will be set up throughout the gym, and spots are booked ahead of time through the Arizona Sunrays portal. Don’t miss the chance to check out the Sunrays at this incredible price!
Around Moon Valley
Two New Ways to Meet Your Neighbors This Month
Check Moon Valley First takes on team trivia at The 1227 Taproom on Tuesday, September 22, at 6:30 PM, so 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
Every Part of Life, One Local List
Home services, dining, family activities, senior care, wellness and real estate, all on one page. The North Phoenix Local Guide is our running list of the Moon Valley businesses your neighbors trust, and it is a good one to bookmark for the next time you need someone fast.
The Moon Valley Rundown
Save the Dates:
Check out the Events Calendar on CheckMVFirst.com to find ALL upcoming Moon Valley events
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
Ezer Wellness Open House · Saturday, September 26, 9 AM to 12 PM · 8687 E. Via de Ventura, Suite 101, Scottsdale · food, kid craft, raffles · sign up for free family portraits
Fusion Care Group at Serafina · Saturday, October 3, morning · a morning dedicated to teen mental health awareness, hope and connection, and Serafina will make a donation to Teen Lifeline
Precious Pups and Cool Cats of the Week
Meet your neighbors: “I received this text from DJ and Buddy’s mom: DJ and Buddy thought it wasn’t fair that you only showcase doggies in the newsletter so they wanted to submit their photo for a chance to be in it!” DJ and Buddy - I can’t believe we left you cool cats out. Not anymore - welcome to the Cool Cats section of the newsletter!
Submit your precious pup or cool cat 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
