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86 NEIGHBORHOOD FAVORITES For our inaugural issue, Team 85086 hit the streets, phones, and web to chat with people living, working, and loving the area that makes up this vibrant community.
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MOMENTS
Fun things to do in october.
STEALS & DEALS
Judy weston’s advice for saving more with coupons.
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DIFFERENCE
Barbara stitzer catches up with anthem’s holly matson.
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GATHERINGS
Throw an easy-as-pumpkinpie halloween bash that will be the envy of your 85086 block.
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local teen Zoe stitzer offers her perspective on growing up in 85086.
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local roberta Gottlieb details how one of anthem’s tiniest residents got his forever home.
FINDS
Cool stuff your neighbors are selling.
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local psychologist Chris wylie on building your child’s self-esteem by taking control of your emotions.
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OUT AND ABOUT
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From the amazon to anthem, local Kelli morgan talks about the benefits of acai.
Chef shawn mirzabeigi of anthem’s Café Provence shares his delicious recipe for a timeless French classic.
BEAUTY
hair care professional martin weston offers tips on how to prepare summer hair for on-trend fall flair.
HEALTH
local michelle steinke talks about why starting a fitness routine can be the hardest part.
INSIDE
Tara storjohann, a local pharmacist, dispels myths about the flu shot.
CROSSWORD
an original myles mellor puzzle.
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EVENT LINE-UP
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Arts & Crafts Booths Activities • Art • Bureau of Land • Body Care & Candles Management Firewise • Children's Items Trailer • Clothing & Accessories • Carnival Rides & Games • Food Items • Food Court, Rotary Beer & • Home Decor Wine Garden • Jewelry • Hay Rides • Pet Care • Pumpkin Patch & Decorating ($5/pumpkin) • Photography • Slot Car Races
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85086 MAGAZINE
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85086 Magazine sets high standards to ensure forestry is practiced in an environmentally responsible, socially beneficial, and economically viable manner. Printed by American Web on recycled fibers containing 10% post consumer waste, with inks containing a blend of soy base. Our printer is a certified member of the Forestry Stewardship Council, the Sustainable Forestry Initiative, and additionally meets or exceeds all federal Resource Conservation Recovery Act standards. When you are finished with this issue, please pass it on to a friend or recycle it. We can have a better world if we choose it together.
85086 Magazine is published 12 times a year for full saturation distribution in Anthem, Tramonto, Desert Hills, and New River. You can also pick up 85086 Magazine at many businesses including specialty shops, salons, spas, auto dealerships, libraries, children’s and women’s specialty shops, boutiques, restaurants, health clubs, hotels, medical offices, and many rack locations. Statements, opinions, and points of view expressed by the writers and advertisers are their own, and do not necessarily represent those of the publishers, editors or 85086 Magazine staff. Although 85086 Magazine has made every effort to authenticate all claims and guarantee offers by advertisers in the magazine, we cannot assume liability for any products or services advertised herein. No part of 85086 Magazine may be reproduced or transmitted in any form without the expressed written consent of the publisher. Publisher reserves the right to accept or reject any editorial or advertising matter at any time. Postmaster: Please return all undeliverable copies to 85086 Magazine, 3120 W. Carefree Hwy., Ste. 1-128, Phoenix, AZ 85086. Yearly subscriptions available; twelve issues mailed directly to your mailbox for $19.95 per year (within the U.S.). All rights reserved. ®2013 85086 Magazine. Printed in the USA.
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between neighbors A new yet familiar face in 85086 It’s our pleasure to unveil 85086 Magazine. The best part about living in 85086 is that there’s a bit of something for everyone—as our cover story, 86 Neighborhood Favorites (pages 26-31) illustrates. Our mission statement is simple: to celebrate and highlight the community like never before. Produced by locals for locals, we showcase the area’s amazing people, places, and things right at the source. The best part is that you’ll never miss an issue, as this monthly publication is directly distributed to every home and business in the region ADAM TOREN (20,000 copies!) via USPS, along with targeted disPublisher tribution in high-traffic, high-visibility rack and adam@85086magazine.com stack locations for complete saturation of the area! Before you get down to reading the fun, informative, locally sourced articles inside, here’s a bit about us. While 85086 Magazine may be fresh to this community, we’re not new to publishing. You may have heard of North Valley Magazine, which has been in the Valley for eight years. Besides founding that periodical, we’re also the faces behind East Valley Magazine. Meanwhile, we founded one of the largest social-networking forums in the world for entrepreneurs. We’re also the authors of the award-winning books Small Business, Big Vision: Lessons on How to Dominate Your Market from Self-Made Entrepreneurs Who Did It Right and Kidpreneurs: Young Entrepreneurs with Big Ideas! As entrepreneurs, investors, and mentors for nearly 20 years, we’ve provided instruction in management concepts, marketing, and finance to emerging and distressed small businesses. We’re excited to realize our goal of bringing a quality publication to 85086, especially with a great team overseen by managing editors Sondra Barr, Crystal Toren, and Pavlina Toren; editorial assistant Karen Phillips-Davis; and marketing director Eric Twohey, all of whom have extensive publishing and digital-media experience as well as close ties to the area. To all our first-time readers, welcome! Here’s MATTHEW TOREN hoping you enjoy this issue. Remember, this is Publisher your magazine. Please don’t hesitate to reach out matthew@85086magazine.com to us. We want to hear from you and bring your unique story to the pages of 85086 Magazine. Cheers.
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fresh IDEAS FOR LIVING WELL
Create a bewitching witch’s hat What you need: • 2 standard sheets of black cardboard • bowl • standard sheet of felt (green, orange, purple, or whatever color you desire) • strip of black felt • white craft glue • scissors • tape • ribbons to decorate the hat
activity: • Roll one sheet of black cardboard into a cone and secure with tape. • Trim the bottom of the cone so that it will stand up on the table. • Use a bowl as a guide and trace a circle on the second sheet of black cardboard— make it larger than the bottom of your cone, as this will be the brim of the hat. • Glue the cone to the circle and set aside to dry. • Cut 1–2cm strips of felt and glue them around the cone—make concentric circles around your hat so it looks stripy, or try gluing the felt in a spiral from the bottom of the cone to the top, in a continuous line. • You can be as creative as you like—use spots of ribbon, or cut out your favorite Halloween shapes and glue those onto your black hat. • Cut a strip of black felt to go around the base of the cone (this will cover any messy glue left behind after attaching the cone to the brim). • Your witch hat is ready! *For more fun Halloween ideas, turn the page
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Moving Forward
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halloween spirit Festive fall events to check out.
Howling fun
Jamila Watson on how to throw an easy-aspumpkin-pie Halloween bash that will be the envy of your 85086 block. Photos by terahlakephotography.com
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alloween is one of my favorite times! It’s the one time of the year that we get to dress up in a costume, watch classic Halloween movies, decorate our homes with pumpkins, and eat yummy treats. If you’ve always wanted to plan a Halloween party but thought you didn’t have enough time, have no fear. Here are some super-easy steps for creating a Halloween bash to remember.
oCT. 1 Through noV. 10 Pumpkin Days and Corn Maze Tolmachoff Farms (623) 386-1301 tolmachoff-farms.com
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Halloween party you’d like. I’m a big fan of family-friendly Halloween décor, but having a creepier approach can be fun. Make sure to consider your invite list and the ages of your guests. Not sure? Combine a little of both. What colors do you like? Halloween doesn’t just have to be about orange and black. Adding pops of color like purple and green can add some fun modern touches.
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Costume: The sky’s the limit, and you can be anyone or anything you want to be. Start your Halloween costume shopping early because items do sell out fast. Looking for something custom to get you in the spirit? We used these adorable Halloween tutus by Juju’s Tutus for our party, and they’re gorgeous enough to wear all year long.
• Anthem Autumnfest Anthem Community Park (623) 742-4510 onlineatanthem.com
food: Now is the time to have a little fun with your food! For our party, I chose treats in the same color as the décor and created a fun Halloween candy buffet that also doubled as party favors.
The Great Pumpkin Festival Desert Botanical Garden (480) 941-1225 dbg.org
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décor: Your décor sets the tone for your event, so first think about what type of
activities: Choose your activities based upon the age of your guests. For younger guests, try a fun treasure hunt, tell scary stories, or have Halloween glitter tattoos. For our party, our guests had fun decorating sugar cookies with icing and a variety of Halloween decorations.
Looking for a little Halloween magic? Create a creepy witch’s brew using dry ice. This can be purchased at your local food market and is very inexpensive. Your guests will be amazed!
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Things to Do… OCTOBER
Daisy Mountain Rock and Mineral Club holds its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Listen to speakers that include geologists who’ve explored for gold, copper, gas, oil, and other minerals and elements, and participate in discussions about geology, meteorites, diamonds, and volcanoes. St. Rose Church, 2825 Rose Canyon Circle, Anthem. For more information, contact Ed Winbourne at ewinbourne@gmail.com.
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Enjoy the Anthem Commerce Park Festival with music and bouncy house for the kids from noon-4 p.m. Corner of Anthem Way and Summit Walk Court (across from the Outlets of Anthem).
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Join North Valley Symphony Orchestra for their first concert of the season. Journeys Fantastique will be presented at 7 p.m. North Canyon High School Auditorium, 1700 E. Union Hills Dr., Phoenix. northvalleysymphony.org
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Don’t miss the St. Rose Oktoberfest Fall Festival & Car Show. The event features lots of cars, motorcycles, food, games, music, and more. 2825 W. Rose Canyon Circle, Anthem. (623) 465-9740 x 109
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Sponsored by Republic Services, the Go Green Recycling Event takes place at the Anthem Community Center parking lot, 41130 N. Freedom Way, Anthem.
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Don’t miss the creepily fun weirdness of Beyond the Door & Other Twisted Tales being presented by Starlight Community Theater, 3655 W Anthem Way, Suite B-119, Anthem. Purchase tickets online at starlightcommunitytheater.com.
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event includes the Arts ’n Craft Fair, Pumpkin Patch, Kids Zone, Food Court and Beer Garden, Frazier Shows Carnival, Apple Pie Baking Contest, and more. onlineatanthem.com
Anthem will celebrate the sixth annual Autumnfest in the Anthem Community Park. The
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Bring the whole family out to enjoy Musical Theatre of Anthem’s production of Disney’s Alice in Wonderland. 42323 N. Vision Way, Anthem. musicaltheaterofanthem.org
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Shop till you drop at the Shopping Extravaganza event at the Outlets at Anthem. Benefitting 20 local charities, the all-day event features a catered sit-down lunch, additional store discounts, wine and chocolate tastings, live entertainment, gift bags, and chances to win gift cards and prizes. outletsanthem.com
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Friday night is about ICEcold SWEAT, two powerful classes of cardio set to club music and lights, with an incredible vibe. Attendance is $20 per person and includes an energy drink, a shot, and a free adult beverage after the session. Sign up today at sweatchallenge.com. SWEAT, 3655 W. Anthem Way, #A129, Anthem. (623) 551-5753
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Enjoy the third annual Trick-or-Treat for an Anthem Sweet at participating Anthem businesses from 4:30–6:30 p.m. Enjoy trick-or-treating at this family-friendly event in a safe environment for all little ghosts and goblins. Trick-or -treaters are encouraged to wear their best Halloween costumes. onlineatanthem.com/trick-ortreat-for-anthem-sweet
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North Valley Christian Academy is hosting a meeting with all families interested in the financial opportunities available for investing in a Christian education. North Valley Christian Academy, 42101 N. 41st Dr., Anthem. northvalleyca.org
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fabulous finds This area is filled with many talented folks selling creative items. Check out some of the cool stuff your neighbors are selling.
Claudia Speed and tamara Sampson are the mother-daughter team of Hog Wild Jewelry. They offer handcrafted original earrings, necklaces, and chainmail designs in sterling, Bali, and Hill Tribe silver; copper; semiprecious stones; and handcrafted silversmith pieces. Prices range from $32 to $410. hogwildjewelry.com
Janet greene creates plaques and coasters using a special transfer process in which the beautiful and unique qualities of the stone may be seen through the graphics and artwork without harming the originals. Greene’s custom coasters and plaques are unique and personal, be they family photos, children’s artwork, wedding invitations, or anything you want immortalized. Prices range from $24 to $45. etsy.com/shop/janetarizona
gina Paluch and Jennifer Michaelson are the sisters—twins, in fact—behind Two Sisters Jewelry Boutique. The Michaelsons are committed to offering quality jewelry at affordable prices. Their line offers a variety of baubles from simplicity to statement pieces. Prices range from $22 to $120. twosistersjewelryboutique.com
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Couponing 101 Local Judy Weston’s advice for saving more with coupons. I lOVe a great deal! Maybe it’s part of my heritage, but if there’s a bargain, I’m going to find it! Hunting for bargains frees up more of my money to help those in need. Here are my six tips for successful coupon shopping that will save you a bundle. Clip your coupons and use them! Okay, sounds obvious, but how many of us get the Sunday paper with good intentions, and every week, the paper goes in the trash (or piles up on the kitchen floor until the holidays and you find a new supply of wrapping paper!)? Along with the Sunday paper, make sure you check your stores’ weekly ads for coupons. Then, check the Internet, visiting sources such as coupons.com to download and print coupons. Next, register your loyalty card on the store’s website and download their digital coupons to your card. Get a coupon file, and file coupons according to your store’s layout. It will make your shopping trip faster. Finally, take the coupons to the store with you. They won’t do you any good sitting at home on the kitchen counter!
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look at your weekly ads and match your coupons to the sales. I place all of the coupons I will use that week in the front of my file. But that’s not the entire bagel. One step many people miss is finding the stores’ unadvertised sales. It’s like treasure hunting! During your weekly shop, plan a little extra time to browse the store and glance at the coupons in your file. If you find a great unadvertised sale, get the item and use that coupon. don’t be brand loyal! Matching coupons with sales will be a great benefit to you, but your favorite brand may not offer you the greatest savings. Be willing to try different brands and even generics. Most store-brand items are just as good as the higher-priced brands. Don’t be afraid to be adventurous and try new things! Compare unit pricing. Don’t be fooled that bigger is better unless it comes to diamonds or scoops of ice cream. Stores will often market the larger bulk items as value items, which is sure to
Judy is an anthem resident and a mother. She has worked in the coupon and savings field for over 13 years. her philosophy is to save more so she can give more. She is overly involved with her children’s lives, as all good mothers are.
save you money. However, if you have a great coupon and a sale, the smaller item is usually a better buy. Shop alone! Look at it as your “me time.” Okay, maybe that’s taking it a bit too far, but how can you possibly concentrate on matching your coupons with unadvertised sales while your husband is throwing in the latest DVD and the kids have packed the cart with chips? Coupon shopping is an important job that could save you $300 to $400 a month. Leave the kids and hubby at home, treat yourself to your favorite coffee drink (most stores in the 85086 zip provide us with those wonderful cupholders), and enjoy your time saving your family money. Make a list and stick to it! More than half of all purchases are impulse buys. Make a list of items you must have that week and those you are buying because they’re on a great sale with a coupon, and stick to it!
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fresh | DiFFERENCE anthem’s Holly Matson is a community leader.
Community leader
Local Barbara Stitzer catches up with Anthem’s Holly Matson. anTHeM COMMUnITy COUnCIl president and owner of the PR firm Matson Solutions, Holly Matson takes the adage “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade” a little further than you’d expect. This beautiful, involved-to-the-gills woman plants the seeds, grows the orchards, orders in sunlight, puts the farmers together with the giant conglomerations, and does profit shares. Somehow, she ends up making everyone involved feel as if they’re president of the company themselves. It started when she was 16. Matson was raised from age 8 by her beloved grandparents and described her teenage self as a “nervous, geeky, stuttery kid who listened to Connie Francis and watched Lawrence Welk.” She was also one of the town’s teen councilmembers. One summer, she was asked to lead the meetings while the leader went on vacation. “I was scared out of my mind,” she says,
“but after the first meeting, I really liked the feeling of moving something forward. My grandparents gave me all of the pieces to be a leader: hang out with people that inspire you and make you better, be responsible, get good grades, be honest, have compassion—I just hadn’t had the opportunity to put them all together before that moment. Before that day, I didn’t think I had much of a voice. But I learned that day that not only did I have a voice but I also loved the responsibility of leadership. We have to put ourselves in uncomfortable situations so we can grow.” And care she does. When her daughter, a straight-A student and captain of her high school basketball team, gave in to group pressure to try Adderall (an amphetamine usually taken by people diagnosed with ADHD), she was scared straight enough along with the rest of her friends, to never do drugs again—all but one, who continued and died of an overdose. Matson never forgot it. In 2009, when Matson moved to Anthem, a petition about drugs was being circulated at the high school at about the same time that she was asked to join an antiheroin task force. Instead of just signing the petition and putting down the pen, Matson
“When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” realized that there might be an opportunity to affect change. And so the Anthem Drug Education Program was born. “The Drug Program started as a glaring need in our community, became a community project, and has grown to include outstanding partners like Anthem Council, MCSO, Phoenix Police department, DVUSD, the Outlets, libraries, and churches,” she says. In addition to her presidential seat on the Anthem Community Council, Matson is on the leadership team of Anthem Cares through Service, (ACTS). “I joined the team to be a part of an organization that inspires me to be better,” she says. “ACTS takes an interest in Anthem residents in need. We are provided the opportunity to meet the people that we are helping, not just donate money and walk away.” Matson likes to say, “Don’t bring people down, don’t make people dark and dreary, and don’t waste people’s valuable time with negativity. Instead, add value, add passion, add energy and compassion—be a light.” Holly Matson is definitely that light.
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Home is the nicest word there is. —LAURA INGALLS WILDER
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Community Chat
Local teen Zoe Stitzer offers her perspective on growing up in 85086. SOMeTIMeS, yOU dOn’T even know that you have something until it’s gone. My dad’s job in Phoenix ended last November, and he has been working temporarily in Illinois since January. He’s a “final two” contender for six jobs, all of them all over the country, and with the prospect of moving suddenly becoming an option, I saw that I didn’t realize how much I loved growing up in Anthem until I was faced with the possibility of moving away from it. I think our family knows just about everyone in Anthem. The other day, my mom, my sister Tenley, and I ran into the grocery store for one item and ended up spending an hour catching up with everyone we “Anthem knew. It was like a party in the knows you. This is my people help tortilla aisle. fourth year there, and I find myself staying Having lived here for eight each other at after-school tutoryears, I’ve seen this commuwhen we need ing. I don’t need any nity come together so many help in the class—I times to support families goit the most.” just want to continue ing through hardships. Most the discussion we all recently, we came together had that day. with the Hands Across AnThe diving well, the lap lanes, and of them event for Tyler Hallsey. Hundreds of course, the water park at the community people lined Anthem Way for Tyler—who center are all fun to go to during the sumis my age, 14—and was diagnosed in Februmer. But for me, the main perk is all of the ary with pontine glioma, which is a tumor sports programs at my disposal. The comsurrounding the brain stem. I was really munity center is where I first started playoverwhelmed with the outpouring of love ing basketball, and since my club basketball that total strangers were putting out to Tyteam practice is half an hour away, I really ler, and I felt so glad that I was a part of it. appreciate the closeness of the community Anthem people help each other when we center for my personal practices. need it the most. Everyone I knew was there, but isn’t that always the case in Anthem? Same with Music in May, which is absolutely my favorite event in Anthem. All of my friends and their families come, and the parents sit on picnic blankets and listen to the music while my friends and I go to the park and play tag like we did when we were seven. It’s so safe that none of the parents worry about us, and there are so many moms and dads around that if one of us were to do something wrong, the “cactus wireless” would transmit any wrongdoings to our parents by the end of the night. I go to Anthem Prep, and I love it there. I feel like my school is a little family inside of our already tiny community. Since it’s so small, you know everyone and everyone
Some of the HOPE executive council members. (left to right) Mae Symmonds, Zoe Stitzer, and Cheyanne Kratz
I started my 501(c)(3) charity, HOPE, with my mom about a year and a half ago. It’s a group of moms and daughters who work on leadership projects and do nice things for people in the community. We are raising money for children’s cancer research and college scholarships to deserving high school senior girls in the area. I don’t think HOPE would be viable without such a great group of girls to be there with me. My best friends and potential new best friends are in that group. We do things like having Acts of Kindness Week, we’re princesses for little girls’ parties, we’re ambassadors for our school, and a whole lot more. I’m still waiting to see how my dad’s job interviews go to see what my living situation will be. But whether we move or stay, Anthem will always be my home.
Zoe Stitzer is a 14-yearold freshman at anthem Prep. She is the founder of the charity hoPE, which currently has 34 members. Zoe plays club and school basketball and is currently working up the nerve to try to learn to ride her skateboard. OCTOBER 2013
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The Tale of Tiny Tim
Local Roberta Gottlieb details how one of Anthem’s tiniest residents got his forever home.
Roberta’s mission is to educate people about responsible pet ownership and to raise the public’s awareness of animal neglect and abuse. She is a board member of anthem Pets and encourages people to adopt their next pet instead of buying one at a pet store. WHaT YOu CaN DO TO HElP! • Visit and Like our Facebook page, Anthem Pets • If you have lost your pet or have found one, please call our hotline at (480) 287-3542, or e-mail anthempets@yahoo.com. • Donate via PayPal on our website • Adopt your next pet—do not buy one online, on the street, or from commercial pet stores. Places to consider: Anthem Pets, Maricopa County’s Animal Care and Control, Arizona Humane Society, Arizona Animal Welfare League, and Halo. • Please spay and neuter all of your pets. Puppies and kittens as young as two months can be fixed. There are many low- to no-cost options available.
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TIny TIM waS one of four Maltese dogs who came into the care of Anthem Pets in April. It became immediately apparent that something was wrong with Timmy. When walking, he was uncomfortable, and every single step was a deliberate effort. Although he had some pain, Timmy was a sweet snuggler and quickly won the heart of his experienced foster mom, Christine. This four-pound bundle of love had no idea how lucky he was to land under the care of Anthem Pets. After a complete veterinary exam that included X-rays, it was determined that Timmy had previously suffered a spinal injury that had never been treated. A noninvasive treatment plan was started; it included cold laser treatments three times a week for a total of 27 treatments over nine weeks. Our hope was to help Timmy have less discomfort and greater mobility to get him ready for his “fur-ever” family. And by mid-July, T.T. had been successfully potty-trained, and Christine was astounded at his recovery as she watched him romping in her backyard. Now she knew it was time for Anthem Pets to find Timmy the perfect home. Now on to our happy ending. A local resident saw Tiny Tim as the featured pet in a local paper and brought the picture home to his wife, Lori. Lori said that once she saw his photo and read his story, she knew that it was destiny that Tiny become part of their family. And what a perfect place for a Maltese—a sister waiting to meet him, teenage children to adore him, and new pet parents who understood that he needed a little physical TLC and wouldn’t be allowed to jump off furniture or have any rough play. “Tiny immediately became a part of our family, and he loves his sister Tallulah and follows her everywhere,” Lori says.
“He will be loved by our family for the rest of his life.” Here at Anthem Pets, we love happy endings. We are a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit animal advocacy group serving the nine communities of the North Valley. Through our work of promoting responsible pet ownership, reuniting lost and found pets with their families, and fostering and rehoming abandoned dogs and cats, we are reducing the burden on the Maricopa County shelters, which admit over 100,000 animals per year. Only half make it out alive. This is the major reason we support spay-and-neuter efforts as the first line in reducing the pet overpopulation problem in our communities. The work we do is accomplished entirely by volunteers, and every penny of donations is used for the care of our foster animals. In addition, we operate a 24hour lost-and-found hotline, donate pet food to the local food bank (by August, we donated over 1,500 pounds of dog and cat food!), and operate several lowcost vaccination and microchip clinics per year. Our Facebook page provides information to the pubic and has been a huge success for us in helping reunite lost and found pets quickly and getting our foster pets adopted. Our website, anthempets.com, has a wealth of information, including links to join our private dog park, located in New River.
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Neighborhood
FAVORITES
For our inaugural issue, Team 85086 hit the streets, phones, and Web to chat with people living, working, and loving the area that makes up this vibrant community. What did we ďŹ nd out? There’s something for everyone in this little slice of the Valley, and people are more than happy to share some of their favorite things about this amazing area. compiled by sondra barr
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Here’s what some of our Facebook Fans had to say!
Clayton Stone, 16
Nice to bikers, Anthem Park
Jacob Hanna, 33
Daisy Mountain
Ryan Wayne, 33
Lack of stoplights, safety, people are friendly
Laurie Eggers Smith The people! Anthem takes care of one another, the region and the world. Amanda Oliver I love all of the family oriented community activities the most.
Mercedes Langdon, 21
Everything’s so close
Brenda Shields Daisy Mountain. Music in May. Doug DeMuth, forever young
Small-town feel, the people
Olivia the English bulldog, 8
Bob Laird Community Church at Anthem.
(According to her owners)
Farmer’s Market, everyone likes to pet me
Josh Blandini Ben Avery & friendly peeps!
Chris Gracia, 35
Everyone knows everyone, quiet
Gary Neal Rookies. Edwin Portner, 57
The rent is affordable, all my relatives live here
Join in on the conversation at facebook.com/85086magazine
Lake Pleasant Harbor & Marina 8708 W. Harbor Blvd., Peoria (602) 269-0077 pleasantharbor.com
The largest lake in the Phoenix and Scottsdale area and one of the largest in Arizona has pristine, clear waters that encompass over 10,000 acres of water surface and 118 miles of shoreline fed by the Aqua Fria and Colorado rivers via the Central Arizona Project Canal.
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Karyl Clark, 64
My doctor is here, banks, community
Dr. Marshall Page, 35
Close-knit community, lots of pets
Christy Lopez, 39
Everything I need is here Lee Coffeen, 27
Andrew Zychowski, 60
April Jones, 35
Mark Kramer, 51
Family friendly, lots of amenities for my son
The people, it’s not just a housing community, community churches, schools, parks
All the charitable stuff that goes on here, a very giving community
The parks, rec center, activities
Joy Carlson, 37
Gina Quinn, 44
Veronica Cantu, 31
Christie Acevedo, 44
The top of Daisy Mountain, Anthem Park, Rosati’s Pizza and The Good Egg All of my family is in 85086, OSR Physical Therapy, albondigas soup at Ocho Locos Laura Rogers, 35
Anthem Park––such a great feeling of community pride, SWEAT—I’m not gonna lie—best workout ever! Wild Vines for night and Two Brothers for day
Ironwood, poolside, SWEAT, and the staff at Michael Alexander! Wild Vines Roberto’s restaurant, SWEAT, Anthem Park by the waterfall
Ingrid Johnson, 39
Running trails, Planet Beach, Starbucks, Wild Vines, Mobil 1, Rosati’s Pizza—the new owners are wonderful Ryan Scully, 28
Close proximity to hunting, four-wheeling, nearby hiking trails
Rose Urness, 42
Hiking trail at Daisy Mountain, Sweetheart Donuts, ProSkill Plumbing, Anthem Heights Dentistry, Skinsport, Dara Thai
Dana Winter, 49
Anthem Park, Hand and Stone Massage and Liliana’s nail salon, Legend’s restaurant
WHAT DO SOME OF THE TEAM MEMBERS BEHIND 85086 LOVE ABOUT THE NEIGHBORHOOD?
Adam Toren, publisher
Crystal Toren, managing editor
Sondra Barr, managing editor
The people are so genuine and friendly!
Our neighborhood, the farmers’ market, parks all right here in our backyard! Two Brothers and Our Kitchen to Yours— both have amazing salads!
The well-kept soccer fields, the chicken Caesar salad at Two Brothers
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Eric Twohey, marketing director
Karen PhillipsDavis, editorial assistant
My backyard putting green or anywhere I can view one of our vivid painted-sky sunsets.
The lake and bridge with the waterfall; the Caepe School and the many churches.
Anthem Community Center 41130 N. Freedom Way (623) 879-3011 onlineatanthem.com
A great place for kids of all ages, the community center provides activities, events, clubs, a fitness center, a water park, pools, and more.
Haili SuddaRtH, 29
Our Kitchen to Yours––my job. Rookies Sports Bar
bRee landeRS, 21
Great church community, I love my job at Rosati’s
tHRoUGH tHeiR eYes We asked the kids of 85086 to photograph what their favorite things are in the community. They wowed us with their varying perspectives and eye for detail. Armed with a digital device, here’s what they shot.
Ryan MiRe, 20
Skate Park, there’s always something to do
Lauren Whitney,
CuRtiS Hill, 33
Everyone’s super-friendly and smiles, kid-friendly activities niCK aleXoPouloS, 48
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Happy people who go the extra mile to help out, amenities JiM aleXoPouloS, 46
Rachel Flynn, 16
The community support Janelle zelleR, 34
Our home! We love living here and raising our kids in this great community! Ironwood Crossfit, Yogurt Garden!
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Hiking Daisy Mountain’s awesome trails, Fry’s grocery store, Rookies & Barros, Anthem Restore
Yule, 5
CRyStal fyKe, 47
My house with my kids, Michael Alexander, SWEAT, Starbucks, Wild Vines Jenn JoneS, 40S
Easy access for the kids’ activities and living in a community where you know neighbors, and kids can easily come to play
Dylan Onarheim, 16
Sarah Ellsworth, 16 lick, 10
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Places In and Nearby 85086
Ben Avery Shooting Facility 4044 W. Black Canyon Blvd. (623) 582-8313 azgfd.gov
North Valley Regional Library 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy. (602) 652-3000 mcldaz.org
This state-of-the-art 23,500-square-foot library features a collection of over 80,000 media items that include books, music, newspapers, magazines, and DVDs.
A world-class shooting range just minutes from Anthem provides a quality recreation experience in a facility that has received a five-star rating from the National Association of Shooting Ranges.
Deer Valley Rock Art Center 3711 W. Deer Valley Rd. (623) 582-8007 dvrac.asu.edu
Just 20 minutes south of Anthem, this spot houses the largest concentration of Native American rock art in the Valley and also includes a nature preserve and an archaeological site.
Linda Nelson, young at heart
Small-town atmosphere, neighbors take care of neighbors, Roberto’s Restaurant Lanny Nelson, ageless
All the family-oriented businesses, it’s a runner’s paradise, Daisy Mountain Terry Titus, 60+
Events, Music in May performances and Veteran’s Day Parade, everything is close
Adina Porneala, 19
Rollerblading in the parks, it’s a unique place
Marcey Kukland, 34
Wet ’n’ Wild
4243 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd. (623) 201-2000 wetnwildphoenix.com
Set on more than 35 acres just a couple of miles south of 85086, Wet ’n’ Wild Phoenix is the largest watery theme park in Arizona, featuring over 30 exhilarating slides.
Daisy Mountain Railroad 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy. (623) 551-5880 daisymountainrailroad.com
A great way to entertain the wee ones. The view isn’t bad, either, as you chug along past a lake and a waterfall and around a lush park.
Music in May, my kids love it
Anthem Skate Park
Jessica Mitchell, 31
With more than 14,000 square feet of concrete ready for ripping, along with a 1,500-square-foot bowl that is over five feet deep, this is the spot to let it hang loose.
Very family oriented, community-driven fund-raisers, parks, venues, hiking, biking
41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy. onlineatanthem.com
Cave Creek Robert Ewing-McDonald, 21
Everyone is friendly, Rookies Sports Bar
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cavecreek.org
The western lifestyle is alive and well in the neighboring community of Cave Creek. Dramatic views, trails, open spaces, and wildlife habitats, not to mention some cool cowboy bars— Cave Creek offers an array of attractions for residents of 85086.
Michelle Roig, 42
Hiking the trail off Livingston and National Roger Arias, 52
UPS store at Fry’s—Randy does a stupendous job, and the people do a fantastic job to satisfy the customers Matt Davis, 42
Havana Cigars—Bobby (the owner) knows his customers and caters to them Lisa Jones, 46
Anthem Golf and Country Club—the Persimmon patio sunsets are the best Deb Harper, 41
The waterfalls at Anthem Park are my favorite because it is beautiful to watch the sunset there Lori Pieger, 47
Merle Norman Cosmetics Ruth Miller, 51
Skin Sport, because it is a motivating, positive place to be, Roberto’s restaurant Kelli Morgan
The Caepe School and Brighter, Beginnings Preschool, Barros Pizza
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Events We Love in 85086 Autumnfest
A celebration of all things fall, this festive event includes a pumpkin patch, the Hot Chili Cook-Off, and an apple-piebaking contest.
Holiday in the Park
Anthem Park is the place to be during the holidays when lights, ornaments, and over 300 luminaries line the paths to help get the community into the spirit of the season.
Anthem Days
People from near and far come to enjoy this family-friendly festival that features live musical entertainment, a carnival, a food court, and more.
Music in May Concert Series
Sit back and enjoy great music on your blanket or lawn chair.
Independence Day Celebration
Take in live entertainment, festival food, and fabulous fireworks.
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Arizona’s largest parade of U.S. veterans.
Side-by-side tables of producers of organic and seasonal crops, plants and seeds, compost. and worm castings; ranchers who raise grass-fed beef, pork, lamb, and goat; and fresh local eggs, cheeses, and butters. Delicious jams, jellies, pickles, tamales, and sauces sure go well with the freshly baked artisan breads, pastries, and more! OCTOBER 2013
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Mental health
Local psychologist Chris Wylie on building your child’s self-esteem by taking control of your emotions. ParenTS wHO are emotionally healthy are in control of their emotions and their behavior. They’re able to handle life’s challenges, build strong relationships, and recover from setbacks. But just as it requires effort to build or maintain physical health, so it does with mental and emotional health. Improving your emotional health can be a rewarding experience, benefiting all aspects of your life. You boost your mood, build resilience, and add to your overall enjoyment of life. The first person that a parent must attend to is himself or herself. Mental health is something we should take steps to protect in the same way we guard our physical health. Good mental health allows us to get the most out of spending time with family and friends,
and it helps us through difficult times. Don’t be afraid to accept yourself for what you are. Nobody’s perfect—we all have our good points and bad points. Many different things—personality, background, race, gender, religion, and sexual orientation—make us who we are. Everyone has something to offer, and everyone is entitled to respect. Sometimes your daily actions speak more volume than anything you could ever say. By loving the people you come in contact with and loving who you are, you teach your children how to love themselves. Here are practical tips to help increase your self-acceptance and improve your child’s self-esteem all at the same time:
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Never speak negatively about yourself or others. Your communication style is recorded every waking moment by your children. Do your best to acknowledge positive aspects of your life, and try not to focus on the negative.
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Avoid comparing yourself to others, good or
“The first person that a parent must attend to is himself or herself.” bad. Be self-satisfied. What this teaches your children is that they’re good enough and that they can succeed without having to always win at something or meet someone else’s standards.
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Communicate how important your life and the family around you are no matter the circumstance. We all have bad days, but communicating how important each and every person is, whether it’s a good day or a bad one, gives your children an understanding that they are “unconditionally” loved.
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See yourself as always developing and learning. This allows your growing child to feel free to make mistakes and strive for progress rather than perfection.
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Last week, my daughter and I were inside Circle K filling up on drinks and snacks before heading on a road trip. We were standing in line to get our drinks, and my daughter noticed a man covered with tattoos. One noticeable one was on his neck—it read “Satan.” She quickly moved closer to my side. I started a conversation with the gentlemen, and as we paid for our drinks, I asked the cashier if I could buy his drinks as well. When we got back into the car, my daughter looked at me and said, “That was really nice. When I grow up, I’m going to do that, too!” I will always be aware of how I am acting around my children because they are always watching!
fall festival & Car Show October 18 & 19 Friday 5pm to 10pm German & American Food, German Band & Beer Garden, Fireworks, Kid’s Activities Saturday 11am to 10pm Great American Talent Search, Car & Motorcycle Show, Live & Silent Auctions, Great Kid’s Zone, Food & Beer Garden
2825 West Rose Canyon Circle, Anthem, AZ
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The Kohl’s Tuscan décor was inspired by a trip to Italy.
At Home with the Kohls
The family’s favorite room in their Anthem home is a well-appointed Tuscan great room. By Sondra Barr Photos by Stephen Miller, celticserenityphotography.com
Brad and Dawnylle Kohl moved into their current country club neighborhood in 1999. “My husband was one of the top 20 Anthem Country Club homebuyers,” says Dawnylle, who met Brad while she was working in the Design Studio in the Anthem Country Club that same year. They married at the Persimmon Country Club in Anthem in 2002. This is the second property the couple has owned in the Anthem Country Club. “In 2006, we started thinking it was time to expand our family,” Dawnylle says. “Our first property was much smaller, and I had my hopes and visions of having children with a beautiful large home so we could have family and holidays in our home.” When she first stepped through the front door of this home and looked past the entryway, Dawnylle knew she’d found the home to raise her family. “As I was walking towards the windows, enjoying the peace of looking outside, I stopped to look around this gigantic great room that encompasses the dining room and spacious bar area and visualized my family gathering for Christmas and various holidays, and fell in love.” The Kohls and their children, Nathaniel, 4, and Gabriella, 2, have since added their own touches. “We added the stone around the bar area, up/down lighting to accent the granite and my collectibles—now my pictures of my babies—12-inch crown molding around the room, and brown-suede paint,” Dawnylle says. “My favorite aspect when you enter this great room area is the Corinthian columns with stone in the archway. Brad and I had an opportunity in 2005 to travel to Italy for three weeks, and I fell in love with Tuscan and Italian décor. I wanted to set the tone for this room when you walk through the entryway and pass through the archway and columns.” Dawnylle says that of all the spaces in the home, she appreciates the great room most. “I love this room because it is formal, yet it is comfortable for us to snuggle and read our bedtime stories to our babies on the couches and enjoy the view,” she says. “We look for stars and the moon! This is what my heart desired in 2006 when we originally previewed the home!” Dawnylle’s spacious great room also provides ample space to celebrate the holidays in style. “This room is my favorite room to decorate for Christmas, too. It looks so beautiful and peaceful,” she says. The Kohls’ house was on the Anthem Country Club Home tour last year, and Dawnylle had eight trees up, one to match each room. The tree that was in her great room was 12 feet tall and decorated exclusively in gold tones, in keeping with her Tuscan theme. “It was so beautiful,” says Dawnylle, “but what is even more beautiful is what I envisioned in 2006—having a family to fill this home has come true!”
Brad and Dawnylle Kohl and their children, Nathaniel and Gabriella.
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What a tasty way to celebrate fall butternut Squash Risotto (serves two) 2 mini pumpkins 2 tsps. vegetable oil 4 strips bacon, chopped into small pieces Ω white onion, diced 1 cup butternut squash, cut into small cubes (you can buy this frozen, which saves a lot of time, or you can roast fresh cubes until tender in the oven) 1 cup arborio rice Ω cup white wine 3 cups very hot chicken stock 1Ω tsps. salt Ω tsps. white pepper ∑ cup pine nuts, toasted 1Ω cups freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 8 sage leaves 3 tbs. butter Preheat oven to 450ºF. Cut the tops off the pumpkins and scoop out the seeds. Clean out the center well, and dry off. Brush all open flesh parts with vegetable oil and place in oven on baking sheet. Roast 10 minutes or until carved area looks slightly toasty. Remove from oven and turn off. Do not overcook, or you will be eating out of a mushy pumpkin! Heat oil over medium heat in a medium-size Dutch oven or saucepan. Add bacon and onions, and sauté until bacon looks almost cooked and onions are translucent. Add butternut squash and cook another few minutes until squash is tender. Add rice and stir with wooden spoon to coat. Add wine and cook about 2 minutes. Start to add hot stock 1 cup at a time along with salt and white pepper, and simmer. Stir every 2 minutes or so until stock is absorbed, for about 7–10 minutes. Add more stock and repeat until stock is gone and absorbed. Risotto should be cooked but still al dente. Add cheese and pine nuts. Taste and season with more salt and pepper if desired. When the risotto is almost done cooking, melt the butter in a separate small pan and add sage. Cook, stirring until butter is brown and sage is crispy. Remove from heat, and pour over risotto. Stir it in gently. Scoop the risotto into your pumpkin and serve. Recipe courtesy of thehopelesshousewife.com.
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From the Amazon to Anthem, here’s local Kelli Morgan on the exotic superfood that is good for you both inside and out. aCaI (ah-SaH-yee), a vibrant, high-energy berry quickly gaining a cult following, is the latest exotic superfood from the Amazon Rainforest. Acai has a unique nutrition profile that combines a remarkable concentration of antioxidants (10 times more antioxidants than red grapes) with an extreme dose of anthocyanins (10 to 30 times more than red wine). The acai’s fatty-acid content is similar to that of olive oil and is rich in monounsaturated oleic acid. The acai is also high in dietary fiber and phytosterols, which promote cardiovascular and digestive health. In other words: your heart and colon will thank you! The beauty industry is also abuzz about acai. In Brazil, they have nicknamed acai the beauty berry because it has so many compounds that make the body both feel and look better from the inside out. Its combination of antioxidants, amino acids, and omega fatty acids all help slow the aging process by boosting immune and metabolic function and removing destructive free radicals from our bodies. The high fatty-acid content of acai has been shown to improve the look and texture of hair, skin, and nails. Skin-care companies have taken note of this little berry and have begun to incorporate its juice into serums and lotions to help reverse the signs of aging. When you buy acai, make sure you only buy 100 percent fruit. Acai is available in smoothie packets in your local grocery store, next to the frozen fruit. Acai bowls are a popular way to enjoy this powerful antioxidant. You’ll feel like you’re enjoying a bowl of sorbet while you fill your body with all-natural energy! Top your bowl with your favorite fruit and granola for a satisfying meal!
acai bowl (serves 2) 2 bricks of acai 2 frozen bananas 1 cup frozen blueberries 2 packets of stevia (or 1 tbs. raw honey) 2–4 tbs. of liquid to blend (I like to use coconut water, but regular water works well, too.) Toppings: fruit and granola Start by adding the liquid of your choice to your high-speed blender. Add the other ingredients (I find it’s easier on your blender to break the frozen acai bricks into four smaller pieces. I also break the bananas in half). If you don’t have a high-speed blender, simply let the frozen ingredients thaw for a few minutes and break them into even smaller pieces. Blend until smooth and creamy. The consistency of the mixture will be like a sorbet. Divide the mixture into two bowls. Top with your favorite fruit and healthy granola! I love making my own granola so that I can control the ingredients.
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Kelli Morgan, R.d., is a registered dietitian living in and loving anthem. She’s also a total foodie. She completed her dietetics degree and internship at Syracuse University in new York. She loves preparing, cooking, and eating delicious foods. She shares all of her recipes on kellird.com. OCTOBER 2013
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Bouillabaisse—seafood stew in a tomato-saffron fennel broth
Chef Shawn Mirzabeigi of Anthem’s Café Provence shares his delicious recipe for a timeless French classic. Photos by Stephen Miller, celticserenityphotography.com
broth 3 cups crushed tomatoes 2 tbs. tomato paste 1 large onion 2 cups celery 2 cups fennel 2 tbs. garlic Ω cup lemon juice 2 bay leaves 1 tsp. black peppercorns 5 cups seafood stock or clam juice 1 pinch saffron sprigs of fresh thyme Seafood 30 black mussels 30 Manila clams 20 Maine scallops 20 21–25 jumbo prawns 6 fish (sole, halibut, or other whitefish)
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Method for the broth Sweat the vegetables, add the tomato paste and crushed tomatoes, and then add the seafood stock and herbs, the liquid, and the lemon juice. Bring to a boil, and turn to simmer. Add saffron, simmer for 40 minutes, and strain. In a pan, sauté the seafood, making sure it isn’t overcooked, before ladling in the broth. Taste and adjust seasoning, if need be. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.
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Color Matters
Hair care professional Martin Weston offers tips on how to prepare summer hair for on-trend fall flair. SUMMer’S OVer, rIGHT? It’s October, and after what seemed like six months of unrelenting, searing heat, the arid desert has finally begun to cool down. Slowly, the desert’s fleeting change of seasons has taken a dip into fall, and once again, we love living here. I moved to Arizona nearly seven years ago from a charming Los Angeles beach community. After all this time, I still have people ask me, “Why would you move from the beach to Arizona?” My answer’s always the same: “Because it’s beautiful here.” As a hairstylist, a salon educator, and an artist, I’m inspired by the sweeping beauty
of the desert, and I find that this inspires my work every day. Recently, one of my salon students described the desert as “brown on brown with a brown trim.” Very monochromatic and colorless. Honestly, I’ve never viewed the desert that way. Instead, I see red and gold, copper, violet, honey, yellow, cinnamon, green, black, and, yes—brown. One thing I’ve learned through the years is that you simply can’t apply a color over any hair type and hope for the best. While many elements contribute to an excellent color result, the same holds true for a color disaster. By summer’s end, any combination
2. Use the right shampoo Have you ever been dissatisfied with a bottle of shampoo because it dried your hair out or weighed it down? If so, you probably purchased a product not intended for your hair type. With so many products to choose from, it can be difficult to know which is best for you. Shampoos that are PH balanced or contain a UV filter help to maintain the integrity of your hair. In turn, they extend the depth and richness of your new color, as they provide a protective barrier (just
of scorching sunlight, hot styling tools, or shampoos containing sulfates and alcohol can spell disaster. Even ocean, chlorinated, or well water can deplete hair of its natural moisture and protein, leaving it brittle and color faded.
bEauTY PRODuCT MYTH
3 TiPS TO PREPaRE FOR COlOR 1. Know the proper texture of your hair Is it fine, medium, or coarse? Texture plays an intricate part in the selection of the right product. Fine hair has a tendency to be wispy like a spider web and can be easily overprocessed and damaged. Medium hair has a texture much like thread. Being thicker, its shampoo needs are a bit different, as it has a tendency to frizz. Generally, a medium texture processes color more easily. Coarse hair has the largest circumference and is much like dental floss. This type frizzes the most and is usually harder to process, as it resists color.
“Start thinking color. Go from ordinary to outstanding. Be sophisticated. Be sultry. Just take a step into fall: radiant copper-red, butter, or honey blonde; or rich mahogany brown with a cinnamon ombre. Look to the desert for inspiration!”
think of them as an umbrella). Consider which shampoo may be best for your hair type: fine hair needs a weightless, gentle, or volumizing shampoo to build body; medium hair needs a normalizing or hydrating shampoo to maintain a supple texture; and coarse hair does best with ultrahydrating or smoothing shampoo, as it softens and corrects fizziness. 3. one conditioner does not fit all After a summer in Arizona’s ovenlike heat, thirsty hair is in dire need of quenching. I usually recommend products that contain a moisturizer and protein. Whether at home or in the salon, you should blend, or cocktail, these elements together. After gently squeezing the water from shampooed hair, emulsify the cocktail in your hands and concentrate the product on the ends. Once saturated, work the remaining conditioner through the hair. Leave it on for a few minutes to allow the protein and moisture to penetrate into the hair shaft. Finish with a cool rinse to close the cuticle. The moisture replenishes deeply while the protein fills any damaged areas, protecting against moisture loss. It’s a perfect marriage of ingredients.
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Professional products bought at the supermarket are just as good as those used by a salon professional.
as a hairstylist, a salon educator, and an artist, local Martin weston sees artistry everywhere. after working in the beauty industry for 30 years, he’s still passionate about creating amazing looks for his clients.
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Your fitness Journey
Local Michelle Steinke talks about why starting a fitness routine can be the hardest part.
I HaVe nOT always been fit. In fact, for most of my life, I’ve fallen into one of two categories: “skinny fat” and overweight. It wasn’t until I reached my own personal rock bottom in 2009 that I decided life was way too short to keep ignoring my health. Starting my journey to health was one of the hardest things I’ve done. I remember the first day I walked into the gym after I had gained the weight. I felt as if I should have lost 20 pounds before I went in! They wanted to weigh me, measure me, and take photos of me while I was in the worst shape of my life! How completely embarrassing! Despite my concerns, I went, and that day changed my life forever. For nearly four years before this incident, I kept telling myself, “I know what to
do—I just need to go do it” and “I know what to eat—I just need to eat it.” But I never did. I just let myself go further and further downhill. Most days, I had little to no energy, and I just craved junk food. The more I ate, the more I wanted to eat, and the more I wanted to hide. Day one was hard because I figured everyone at the gym would judge me. I remember wearing my husband’s Tshirt to my first workout and looking at the girls who were in such great shape, thinking that could never be me. I was sad, angry, and dejected, and I thought that my change would take forever. It’s never easy to start this journey, and on some days, it’s difficult to continue, but you must remember that everyone wants to see you succeed. You did not gain the weight overnight; for most people it took years, and it kind of sneaks up on you. Don’t be too intimidated to get started—just start! The more you do, the more you will want to do and the less intimidated you will become. As for me, the gym is now my favorite place to be, and I no longer workout in large T-shirts to hide my body. Fitness has brought me peace and selfhappiness in the wake of devastating loss. Fitness has given me stress relief and anger management. Fitness has in many ways given me life when I thought mine was all but lost. In the coming months, I hope to share that gift with you.
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THREE SiMPlE STEPS TO gET YOu STaRTED ON YOuR OWN FiTNESS JOuRNEY 1) find your fitness passion If you don’t love it, you won’t do it consistently. Figure out what you love to do, and go do it daily. I often refer to this as fun family fitness. Let’s face it—your body does not know (or care) if you are sweating in a gym or hiking the West Fork Trail in Sedona with your family. Go be active, and make being fit part of who you are. 2) commit to just 15 minutes a day Movement creates movement, so let your starting plan be as simple as that—to move. I’ve learned that people may not want to commit to 60 minutes of exercise when they start, but everyone can do just 15 minutes a day. Just start small and work up as your body craves more. A walk, a hike, or a jog can start you down the path to a fitter life. 3) Look at exercise as “you time” The time we take daily away from our families, stressful jobs, and obligations is not selfish but rather self-love. How can you value the people in your life if you don’t value yourself? Put yourself at the top of your priority list, and remember that the people who love you most want you to be healthy, happy, and fit.
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Combat the flu
Local Tara Storjohann dispels myths about the flu shot. IT’S THaT TIMe of year again! Flu season is upon us, and you will start seeing and hearing news reports, advertisements, and encouragement from the majority of the medical community to get immunized. As a pharmacist, I’ve heard all of the reasons why patients choose not to get the flu shot. They include “The shot gave me the flu,” “I hate needles,” and “The flu shot doesn’t work.” For all of the reasons you can think of to not get yourself and your family immunized this year, I can match more than one compelling reason to the contrary. My hope is to provide you with some basics about the flu and expose a few myths surrounding this pestilent virus. Myth #1: The vaccine can give you the flu. False. It is common to hear people say that they got the vaccine and then came down with the flu a few days later. While it’s possible that they were exposed to a strain of the virus that was not in the vaccine, it could also be a case of extremely unfortunate timing. You can actually have the flu for up to two days before exhibiting signs and symptoms. It is possible that these individuals had already been exposed when they received the vaccine. In actuality, the viruses in the vaccine are not equipped to cause the disease. They are either inactive (shot) or weakened (nasal spray); therefore, they cannot be the cause of the infection.
Myth #2: If you are healthy, you don’t need it. False. While there are definitely individuals at higher risk of having severe flu complications, the flu actually doesn’t care how healthy you are. It is nonbiased and willing to infect anyone in its path. It’s important to remember that not only are you protecting yourself when you get the vaccine but you are also protecting those around you. Myth #3: You don’t need to get it every year. False. There are two very important reasons for you and your family to get vaccinated every year. First, the vaccine is made fresh every year and is updated to fight against the top three viruses that research suggests will be the most common. Second, immunity declines over time, so yearly vaccination is necessary for optimal protection. Myth #4: Hand washing is the best way to prevent getting the flu. False. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends a flu vaccine first and foremost for thwarting the virus. However, preventative actions like hand washing and covering your cough play important roles in protection. Myth #5: I don’t have time! False. With our busy schedules, it can be a hassle to squeeze one more thing onto our calendars. The good news for those of us living
tara has resided in anthem for over 11 years and is a wife, a mom, a pharmacist, and an assistant professor in the College of Pharmacy at Midwestern University in glendale. She is a health advocate and is passionate about helping others achieve their wellness goals. in Arizona is that the flu shot is readily accessible. Most pharmacies carry the vaccine, and many of them are certified to vaccinate children and adults over the age of 6 with the nasal spray or the shot without a prescription and without appointment. Your insurance may even cover some or all of the cost. Contact your local pharmacy to inquire for further details. Flu vaccines are also offered in a variety of other settings, including doctor’s offices, urgent-care clinics, and health departments. One website I highly recommend is shotbyshot.org. This powerful site contains personal video stories of people impacted by vaccine-preventable diseases. At the end of the article is a link on this website to a tragic real-life story that stresses the importance of vaccination. I urge you and your family to get vaccinated this year and help prevent the spread of this dreadful virus. OCTOBER 2013
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