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2023 IES SPOUSES TOUR
Scottsdale, Arizona

The 2023 Board is excited to announce details of planned events including shopping in Old Town Scottsdale, Walking the Desert Botanical Gardens and a mini Western Bar Crawl.

The awards banquet includes a dinner and live music. Dress code – Business Casual
Venue – TBD

Monday, November 6th – 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Dress Code: Vegas Pool Party Attire

Enjoy Bubbles and Bingo while relaxing at one of the hotel pools. Prizes will be awarded to the winners.

Tuesday, November 7th – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Desert Botanical Gardens with Lunch
Dress Code: Smart Casual with Comfortable, Walking Shoes

 

A mini coach will pick you up at 10:00 am from the lobby and drop you off at the Desert Botanical Gardens where you will discover the tranquil beauty of Sonoran Desert, where desert plants are nestled amid the red rocks of the Papago Buttes. With five thematic trails to explore, it’s easy to get lost among the towering cacti, swaths of succulents, brilliant wildflowers and lush trees.

Lunch reservations are at Gertrude’s Restaurant at 12:30 p.m.

Wednesday, November 7th – 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Old Town Shopping and Art Galleries with Happy Hour
Dress Code: Country Chic – Don your Cowboy Hats and Boots for this party.

A mini coach will pick you up at 11:00 am from the lobby and drop you off on Main and Scottsdale Road to explore old town Scottsdale shopping and art galleries where you can purchase Southwest jewelry, souvenirs and explore boutiques for the latest fashions.

Mini Western Bar Crawl – Enjoy cocktails and appetizers at Belle’s of Nashville:

GO HONKY-TONKIN’

Belle’s Nashville Kitchen is a locally owned and operated honky-tonk bar and restaurant that offers live music every night of the week. Chow down on favorites like their famous Kool-Aid Pickles, Devils on Horseback (bacon-wrapped, cheese stuffed jalapenos) and the award-winning Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich. Don’t miss Belle’s delicious house-made liquor infusions, including apple pie whiskey!

BELLE’S NASHVILLE KITCHEN
bellesnashvillekitchen.com

Rusty Spur with Live Music:

KICK UP YOUR HEELS

Renowned as Scottsdale’s last real cowboy saloon, the Rusty Spur serves up live music and dancing seven days and nights a week courtesy of the Psychobilly Rodeo Band and a posse of other talented musicians. This Scottsdale landmark resides in the same building that housed Scottsdale’s first bank in 1921 (today, the old vault holds liquor instead of money!).

RUSTY SPUR SALOON
rustyspursaloon.com

Thursday, November 7th

Dress Code: Fun and Casual Attire
The Wine Collective of Scottsdale

Wine Tasting in Old Town Scottsdale

Enjoy wine flights and charcuterie from 2:00 – 3:30 where you will experience the best of Arizona’s wine scene while supporting local small businesses. Whether you’re a seasoned wine connoisseur or a curious novice, this is the ideal place to learn about wine and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere.