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much time in front of the screens when they’re not in school, in front of the screen,” Temple related. “They are doing their social activities in front of a screen even, talking to friends or online gaming. And they just said, ‘It’s time.’”

So, DFT created smaller, more safely manageable summer camp programs for children. They “dipped their toes in” and it was a huge success.

“And that’s kind of what propelled us to start looking at our new season and say it’s time to come out of the cave, as it were, and just look at how we can do traditional shows but under the umbrella of the COVID restrictions.”

DFT will kick off its fall season at the Holland Community Center with The Lion King, Jr., Sept. 18–27.

“The shows that we are going to be producing this year are going to be high quality,” Temple said. “We are not dropping the quality of the shows, COVID is not going to affect us at all that way.

The only thing it is going to do is affect our audience size.”

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ctors see the world in a different way. That is according to Terry Temple, managing director of Desert Foothills Theater (DFT) since December 2019.

The heart of the theater, actors “march to the beat of a different drummer and they have a particular need, I have found, for likeminded people to be able to be expressive and creative, bounce things off of, and be accepted,” he said.

As he and his team were gearing up for DFT’s upcoming season, Temple shared his thoughts on what theater means to actors, to him personally and to a community in general — and what it means to be without it.

Like other Arizona performing arts organizations, DFT had to cut its 2019–20 season short. They closed in February, during production of Honk, Jr., “And we were in full production for two subsequent shows,” shared Temple. “We had to shut down very close to opening of Steel Magnolias and just after we had started rehearsals for Godspell.”

With theaters closed, the DFT team sat down to map out their next move. The upcoming season had to be reimagined. And what about all of those young actors who were now home from school, too?

“Theater is a place where kids get to learn interdependence, learn responsibility, learn public speaking, confidence in front of others,” Temple shared. “The reason I found theater was because it just allowed me to get comfortable being in front of people and being myself and discovering myself. It is just an essential…”

Beyond what theater does for the actors, though, is the connection that is made with the audience Temple said.

“They desire that momentary escape, and a good story, something that they can invest [in] and relate to.”

He added that the community plays an integral role in the health of local theater and expressed that DFT’s community has been fantastically supportive over the years.

“Communities need theater and theaters need communities.

We do as much for the community as the community does for us.”

What DFT did for the community over the summer months was to provide a creative outlet for area children. A number of parents contacted the theater looking for ways to keep their children engaged.

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Finding Ourselves & Each Other Through Art

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“Fifty years ago, we were able to show the power of art to help us find ourselves and each other. Now, the fires from which we were forged are again raging across the country. Just as it has been for the last 50 years, today’s challenges and uncertainties demand critical new strategies and programs that must involve and continue to serve the community.”

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This month, as we have every September for the last 12 years, we are presenting our Performing Arts Season Preview.

This season will be one like no other for Valley performing arts organizations. As seasons ended abruptly across the state this spring, companies had to quickly adapt. Over the summer, theaters did what they do best — they got creative. They developed alternative virtual programming to help them stay connected to their audiences and to help those audiences stay connected to the arts and to one another. Many of the organizations that I talked to said that this is something that will continue to carry them to spring of 2021 when, hopefully, live Writes Gallego Writes… and in-person theater can resume on a broad scale. It is also something that they will build upon for the future.

In the meantime, arts organizations are looking to Valley residents to help them get back to the stages — by subscribing to upcoming seasons, making donations if able and engaging with them on social media as they keep the ghost light burning until patrons can return.

While our focus here is primarily on performing arts organizations, I feel it is important to remember that our live music venues have also been deeply impacted, and they need the support of everyone, from the local individual to the collective power of Washington, in order to survive. Check out www. saveourstages.com to learn about the efforts of the National Independent Venue Association.

The creation of art, regardless of the form, is at its heart an act of optimism. And I hope that everyone will take the opportunity to engage with our amazing Arizona artists, online, in person when possible, and frequently.

In addressing the 50th anniversary of the Black Theatre Troupe, executive director David Hemphill described so well the power and purpose of theater: “Tell stories that preserve the power of our past and embrace the possibilities of our future.”

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Urban Mapping Opens This Fall at SMoCA cottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) presents a powerful exhibition that examines the concept of public space from the perspectives of 10 Iranian artists. Urban Mapping: Public Space Through the Lens of Contemporary Iranian Artists will be on view Oct. 3 – Jan. 17.

“SMoCA strives to present a diversity of voices in contemporary art and this exhibition comes at an everimportant moment in which we seek to find improved ways of human connection,” said Jennifer McCabe, director and chief curator.

This exhibition shines a light into the depths of the experience normally hidden from the outside world by focusing on public and private spaces. Comprising 40 photographs and four video installations, these works explore urban spaces as a nexus of social communication and political transformation. Urban Mapping features the work of 10 essential voices in contemporary Iranian art, which offers museumgoers a wide and varied view of life in the city. Some are among the most celebrated contemporary artists in Iran, while others are just beginning their careers — forming a fresh artistic perspective for younger generations for whom the 1978 revolution is only an inherited memory.

“Urban Mapping is of particular interest because of the focus on emerging Iranian artists telling personal stories of a culture which is often misunderstood and misrepresented.

The fresh perspectives of the artists in this exhibition offer insight into a non-Western culture, but also allow new connections and relationships to be made with a Western audience,” said Julie Ganas, curator of programming.

Spanning 10 collections of photographs and videos — each with its own distinct vision, but all bound by an interest in the nature of personal and collective identity — the experience of urban space and the artist’s response to history.

Featured artists include Saba Alizadeh, Raood Dashti, Arash Fayez, Ghazaleh Hedayat, Rana Javadi, Mehran Mohajer, Siavash Naghshbandi, Hamed Noori, Behnam Sadighi and Mehdi Vosoughnia.

Rana Javadi, Enghelab Street, Tehran, from the series Iran’s Revolution, 1978-79, archival inkjet print. Photo: Rana Javadi

Curated by internationally acclaimed Iranian photographer Gohar Dashti, Urban Mapping portrays the streets, squares, alleys and private spaces of the city, where particular and collective identity mingle, evolve and are expressed in the shadow of oppressive forces.

The works that will be on view are expressions of the subjective experience of life in Iran, addressing the contradictions, beauty, and history of its people and cities.

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art is located at 7374 E. Second St., Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.874.4666 or visit www.smoca.org.

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The Fall Arizona Restaurant Week (ARW) culinary event has been modified to meet new regulations due to COVID-19, but that is not dampening the spirits or the taste buds of Valley diners.

Arizona Restaurant Week: Dine In or Take Out returns for 10 days of culinary exploration, from Friday, Sept. 18, through Sunday, Sept. 27.

“We feel not only gratitude but also great pride in the fact that the local dining community has showed up again and again in support of our industry since closures and limited re-opening mandates,” said Arizona Restaurant Association (ARA) president and CEO Steve Chucri.

“We are thrilled to see that dining out — whether that means in-restaurant or getting take-out — is still such an important part of people’s lives.”

The new Fall Arizona Restaurant Week: Dine In or Take Out will operate much like the June event, which debuted the modified format including dine-in, take out and liquor to-go options.

This event is intended to allow food enthusiasts to explore new culinary opportunities in any way that they feel comfortable dining while also giving restaurants and local chefs the economic support that they need now more than ever.

During the event, participating restaurants will follow all CDC guidelines regarding safety measures and limited dine-in capacity. Participating restaurants around the state will offer culinary adventurers dedicated menus that showcase local chefs’ creative talents through innovative dishes.

Featuring a unique tasting opportunity apart from their regular menus, restaurants will offer three-course prix-fixe menus for $33 or $44 per person. Wine pairings to enhance each course are offered at some establishments for an additional cost.

Many diners’ favorites are returning for Fall ARW, and the ARA announced that new members are participating for the first time. The current line-up of nearly 80 restaurants, nearly half of which are in the North Phoenix/Scottsdale area, can be found online. Visit www.arizonarestaurantweek.com.

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Abrazo Scottsdale Campus reported that it was the first to use a new robotic surgery partial and total knee replacement procedure, adding to its growing list of complex robotic surgery offerings.

James Chow, M.D., a hip and knee specialist at Abrazo Scottsdale Campus, performed the Valley’s first patient procedure using the newly developed CORI Surgical System in early July.

Chow helped design and develop the robotic surgical system, which includes an artificial intelligence component that helps physicians to more accurately place and size implants.

The hand-held technology also enables surgeons to sculpt the patient’s knee more rapidly and more efficiently.

“The CORI system enables the surgeon to accurately predict how the knee is going to perform when parts of it are replaced. This is done during surgery, before the new joint is implanted. The artificial intelligence platform allows the surgeon to take the knee through its range of motion, and stress it throughout the entire range,” Chow explained. “That allows us to make subtle adjustments in implant sizes and positions in order to get a desired outcome, before we’ve even prepared the bone. It makes the procedure very predictable, very measurable.”

For his first surgery using the new system, Chow performed an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)-preserving total knee replacement — an advanced procedure that spares every ligament in the knee including the ACL — on a 58-year-old man who “blew out” his knee in a skiing accident while in college. Several subsequent procedures over the years failed to fix his knee.

Located at 3929 E. Bell Road and focused on specialized surgical procedures, Abrazo Scottsdale Campus now offers several types of robotic surgical technology in a single location.

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Art Auction Connects Artists, Patrons COVID-19 food kitchens to benefit With galleries closed and art shows canceled, patrons can support artists from the comfort of their homes by taking part in the Creative Connections Fine Art Online Auction Fall 2020, Sept. 20–27.

In addition, supporters will also help the nonprofit World Central Kitchen (WCK), feeding those in need due to COVID-19.

More than 40 artists from Arizona and across the United States, including Texas, Washington State, New York and Florida, are participating. Fine art in all mediums, including paintings, glass, fiber, jewelry, mixed media and more will be available for purchase with free shipping offered to the contiguous 48 states.

This is the second fine art online auction organized by artist Nancy Breiman of Scottsdale. “Artists have limited ways to show and sell their art during the current pandemic,�

Breiman said. “And going online is a safe and easy way

to introduce collectors to new artists they would not see in a single gallery or show.�

Breiman is proud to partner with WCK, founded by Chef JosĂŠ AndrĂŠs and his wife in 2010 to “create smart solutions to hunger and poverty.â€?

They’ve activated hundreds of restaurants and kitchens to feed those in need during the pandemic, including medical professionals on the front lines and on the Navajo Nation.

For more on World Central Kitchen, visit www.wck.org. “Our country is suffering right now,�

Breiman added. “Extreme temperatures, hurricanes, quarantines and fear are

causing mental and emotional strain on everyone. It is my hope that bringing the beautiful and affordable works of art from the auction into the viewer’s home will provide a small respite and at the same time, our proceeds can make a difference to those in need.�

Art patrons and collectors may view and register free beginning Sept. 16 at https://is.gd/fall2020auction.

Preview videos will be shared at www.creativeconnectionsfineart.com prior to the start of the auction, which is 6am, Sunday, Sept. 20. The auction runs until 8pm, Sunday, Sept. 27.

For additional details, email Breiman at nbreiman@gmail.com.

New Comfort Suites Breaks Ground, Set to Open August 2021 Capital Development Southwest Inc., in partnership with SLG Management, announced a new development project at The Pavilions at Talking Stick. The new Comfort Suites, a Choice Hotel brand, broke ground in August of this year, and is expected to open in August 2021. “This location is known to be one of the premier entertainment destinations in the southwest,� said Justin Gubler, SLG Management partner and Jay Gold, Capital Development Southwest President. “The addition of the new Comfort Suites Hotel offers convenient accessibility to all the attractions in the area and an affordable hotel option. We think families will also appreciate the thoughtful design of the larger suites and daily breakfast.�

The hotel’s prime location is adjacent to Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — home to spring training for the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Colorado Rockies. It is also near the Arizona Boardwalk, OdySea Aquarium, Butterfly Wonderland, Top Golf, Casino Arizona, iFly Phoenix, Octane Raceway, Roadhouse Cinemas and plethora of dining and shopping options.

According to the developers, the new Comfort Suites at The Pavilions at Talking Stick will bring over 40 new jobs to the state. Alexander Building Company is the general contractor handling construction for the property and RKAA is the architectural firm.

Learn more: www.capitaldevelopmentsw.com; www.slgmanagement.com; www.choicehotels.com/comfort-hotels.

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When a Predator is Removed

BY LORI ANN BUSSE VOLUNTEER DOCENT, SWCC

“You’ve got to get rid of these coyotes,” the woman screamed over the phone at one of our emergency call volunteers, “one of them tried to grab my dog and run off with it!” She said her husband had let their 9-pound dog out the front door to “use the bathroom.”

A coyote at the right place at the right time (from the coyote’s perspective) tried to take advantage of this unleashed small dog. “You have to come get rid of these coyotes!” she repeated. That’s an understandable reaction given the

horror she still felt from the incident.

There was explaining to do on the part of our emergency call team…

A coyote needs to eat 20–25 mice every day just to survive. That’s a lot of hunting! But coyotes are also opportunistic predators. They will take any chance for an easy meal. You really can’t blame the coyote for trying to press his advantage. But dog lovers might see it differently.

Why was that coyote in that particular area in the first place? The answer is simple: because there was food available there. The availability of adequate water and shelter (like dense brush) also make a particular habitat attractive to a predator.

Predators such as coyotes, bobcats, wolves and mountain lions choose territories with reliable food, water and shelter resources. To do otherwise would be counter-productive to their survival. There is generally very little overlapping of territories within a specific species; the territories of two bobcats usually don’t overlap significantly. But a coyote pack and a bobcat may share territory.

So, what happens if a bobcat is removed from its territory? That territory must have been an attractive habitat, or the original bobcat wouldn’t have been a resident there. Eventually another bobcat will discover the void and move into that territory. This is guaranteed! When one predator is removed, another of that species will ultimately claim that vacant territory and fill the vacuum created by the removal of the original predator.

Therefore, removing that coyote and its pack mates would accomplish nothing.

Another pack would soon move into that territory and replace them.

Where do these animals come from?

Once bobcats and mountain lions, and some wolves and coyotes, become sub-adults, they will disperse — leaving their mothers or packs in search of their own territories, or to create or join another pack.

Please be aware that feeding deer or other wildlife, providing a reliable source of water (a trough for horse, or bowl for a pet), and allowing dense brush near your buildings, may attract animals, which, in turn, attract predators. Caring for domestic pets in the desert is often an invitation to predators for multiple reasons.

Watch over your pets so that they too are safe in the area they are housed and that it does not provide an invitation to unwanted wildlife.

Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center maintains an emergency call line to help abandoned and injured wildlife. Our volunteers try to help callers understand how to live safely with our natural desert wildlife. If you see an injured or orphaned coyote, bobcat, javelina, skunk or raccoon, please call our emergency line at 480.433.5656.

Find out more about wildlife is rescued, rehabilitated and kept safe in our sanctuary at www.southwestwildlife. org. Tours are given Tuesday through Saturday by reservation only.

Phoenix Unveils Mobile COVID-19 Testing Van

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INDEPENDENTS WEEK 2020:

A Rallying Call to Support Independent Businesses During Independents Week, Local First Arizona encourages Arizonans to “go local” by supporting as many locally owned businesses as possible. The organization hosts fun events all over the state to engage Arizonans with the local businesses in their neighborhoods. This campaign drives new and returning customers into Arizona’s local businesses.

Usually held at the beginning of July, Local First is kicking off the festivities a little later in the year than usual. But “Indie Week XXL” will bring its member businesses a whole month to attract new customers through an extra-long special edition of Independents Week — Sept. 1–30 — which means an entire month for residents to discover local gems.

Check out the Local First Arizona website for details on a new #IndieWeekAZ consumer action card (bingo style), Shop Arizona marketplace and more. Visit www.localfirstaz.com.

Growing Fruit Trees in the Low Desert: Yes, It Can Be Done!

GREG PETERSON, THE URBAN FARM Did you know that you can grow apples, apricots, peaches and plums here in the low desert? There is a huge caveat however… you have to purchase the climate-appropriate variety of fruit for our area. I have been teaching about how to successfully grow fruit in the desert for over 30 years and a few years ago discovered that you can go into every big box store and some local nurseries and they will sell you a fruit tree that never makes fruit here in the Valley. The sad part is that often they know that is the case, and that makes me mad!

So, what is climate appropriate? There are three things that your new tree needs to qualify under for you to hit your jackpot of fruit in just three years.

• First, you need to select a low-chill variety. In the low desert, we get about 350 hours of chill. Planting a fruit tree that requires more than that amount of cold will pretty much assure that you won’t reap any harvest.

• S econd, you need to make sure that you are purchasing your new tree on the desert appropriate root stock. Most fruit trees are grafted these days, which means that your new fruit tree is attached to a set of roots that will rock the desert soil.

• T hird, with soft flesh fruit like berries, grapes, apples, apricots, peaches and plums, you need to select a variety that is ripe and harvested before July 1. I have found over the past four decades that any fruit that stays on the tree after that is just struggling to stay alive in the severe heat.

If all this sounds like a little too much to take in over the course of 300 words, I have the perfect solution for you. Through The Urban Farm Fruit Tree Education Program, every fall we offer free online and, COVID permitting, in-person classes, starting with our online Fruit Tree Extravaganza, Sept. 12, where we will teach this and so much more about how to have your newly planted fruit trees thrive. Visit www.fruittrees.org to sign up for any of our great events and to discover your perfect fruit tree.

Greg Peterson is a green living and sustainability innovator. He is the owner of The Urban Farm (www.urbanfarm.org), a realworld environmental showcase home in the heart of Phoenix that features an entirely edible landscape, as well as rainwater and greywater harvesting, three solar applications and extensive use of reclaimed and recycled building materials.

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The City of Phoenix, in partnership with local healthcare company Vincere Cancer Center, has officially launched its new mobile COVID-19 testing van.

The van provides easy access to free COVID-19 tests for the Phoenix community and is the first of its kind in Arizona.

The mobile testing van offers two different types of COVID-19 screening MAYOR — a viral test and an antibody test. The viral test involves a nasal swab while City of Phoenix the antibody test uses a small amount of blood drawn through a finger-stick.

602.262.7111 Depending on the test administered, results may be available within 15 minutes or www.phoenix.gov between two and 10 days.

This new endeavor is the latest of Phoenix’s ongoing effort to help stop the spread of the virus through early detection, immediate quarantine, and medical care for those who have contracted the virus.

The medical staff of Vincere Cancer Center will fully manage the operations of the van, scheduling of testing sites, scheduling of appointments, administering the different COVID-19 tests and disseminating the results.

Board-certified oncologist Vershalee Shukla, M.D., and former Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Honor Health (formerly John C. Lincoln), Pablo Prichard, M.D., are co-founders of Vincere.

Although Vincere focuses on cancer treatments, their bi-lingual medical staff is well-qualified and well-equipped to administer COVID-19 tests. Vincere is one of the few medical facilities in the state to obtain the antigen and antibody test kits that yield quick results, particularly the Sofia SARS Antigen Fluorescent Immunoassay (FIA)​, which provides automated results in about 15 minutes.

Phoenix’s mobile COVID-19 testing van was made possible through the COVID-19 Federal Relief Fund. It will operate five days a week (except Wednesdays and Sundays) from 7am to 1pm.

Locations of the testing van will vary, with priority given to underserved communities and struggling small businesses in Phoenix. Individuals interested in receiving a free COVID-19 test are required to pre-register online and make an appointment.

“The mobile van will provide much needed testing in a more accessible, quick, and efficient manner,” said Mayor Kate Gallego. “I am proud of our city staff for working hard to bring this type of innovation to the Valley. This is a huge step forward in our fight against COVID-19. We will continue find ways to adapt to the needs of our residents and help stop the spread.”

For COVID-19 testing van locations and dates, and to make an appointment, please visit www.phoenix.gov/covidtesting.

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Local Nonprofit Gets Help to Cool Down This Summer Temperatures in the Phoenix area broke multiple high records in August. And for nonprofit organizations that have been hit hard financially due to the coronavirus, the cost of purchasing and installing much-needed air conditioning units can be devastating to their budgets. But one local company is looking out for area nonprofits. On July 14, Reliance Heating & Air Conditioning coordinated the purchase and install of two new air conditioning units for Teen Challenge of Arizona.

Reliance Heating & AC is a family-owned North Phoenix company. They donated the installation The Reliance team at work; submitted photo services, and two new air conditioning units — compliments of Trane and Smiley Crane. This team effort totaled $15,000 worth of equipment and service for the Desert Hills nonprofit.

Teen Challenge of Arizona, a 501(c)(3) organization, provides youth, adults and families with a comprehensive Christian faith-based solution for drug addiction.

Residential recovery programs consist of three centers for men, a center for adolescent girls and a center for women/women with children. Their outreach services include church presentations, school drug prevention presentations, civic club presentations, health fairs and community involvement, and correctional facilities visits. Learn more about the organization at www.tcaz.org.

Dalen Blumentritt, owner of Reliance said, “It’s important that we give back to our community especially when it’s for an organization that is about changing lives.”

Blumentritt added, “Due to the impact of COVID-19, the organization has been unable to hold their traditional event fundraisers. And regular supporters have been economically challenged too. So, donations are needed more than ever.”

For additional information about Reliance Heating & Air Conditioning, call 602.944.9585 or visit www.relianceac.com.

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HonorHealth Sonoran Crossing Medical Center Opens in September The wait is over and now North Phoenix and Anthem residents can call Sonoran Crossing Medical Center their new official neighborhood hospital.

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“The services and extraordinary care are just the beginning of what the community can come to expect from our sixth medical center,” said Kim Post, executive vice president, chief operations officer at HonorHealth.

“What’s more are the architectural features and multiple healing environments that we offer to our patients and guests for comfort. This truly allows for an optimal experience that far exceeds what you have traditionally experienced from a medical facility.”

Part of the planning for patient comfort includes not only offering a healing environment inside patient rooms and waiting room areas with the mountainous views, but the added feature of an outdoor healing garden that allows visitors to “gather their thoughts peacefully with all of nature’s comforts.”

With new families making up a large part of the fastest-growing communities of North Phoenix and Anthem, providing labor and delivery services was apparent. Comprehensive obstetrical and gynecological care includes prenatal

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to treat patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and staffed with residencytrained, board-certified emergency physicians. The existing outpatient center will continue to offer outpatient medical imaging that includes CT scans, MRIs and breast health services featuring 3D mammography.

“We have been proud to serve this community at this location since 2013, when we opened the HonorHealth Sonoran Health and Emergency Center,” said Post. “The community can continue to expect an elevated level of care with our emergency services, outpatient and ambulatory services. No matter what level of care you need, you can get it at HonorHealth.”

For more information, visit www. honorhealth.com/sonorancrossing.

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Surgical services at Sonoran Crossing include a variety of surgeries using the latest technology. HonorHealth says that team members will guide patients through the surgery process from pre-admission and testing, to preparing patients about what to expect before, during and after a surgical procedure.

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he Foothills Caring Corps (FCC) Spread Joy Convoy was busy spreading joy to its “Neighbors” in July and August. Caring Corps volunteers gather at the FCC office every Tuesday and Thursday to decorate vans and their own vehicles. Neighbors are called the day before to alert them that the Spread Joy Convoy is heading their way the next day.

The Spread Joy Convoy visits as many as 25 neighbors on each outing. Each neighbor is given a small goodie bag with treats, puzzles, a mask and a card.

Staff say that “Caring Corps Neighbors have been over the moon when the Convoy stops at their home. They have sent so many heartfelt thank you notes.” Some of the quotes from the notes: from Tammy, “You will never know how it brightened the day”; from Nancy, “A great spirit uplift”; from Jim and Ruth, “Thank you for bringing cheer to our home”; from Kathryn, “The Convoy made my day and week!”

The agency, which recently celebrated 20 years of serving the community, provides a variety of invaluable services including medical and van transportation, friendly visits, mobile meals, shopping assistance and more for Northeast Valley residents.

For information or to volunteer, call 480.488.1105 or visit www.foothillscaringcorps.com.

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BY VICE MAYOR JOHN CRANE

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced all of us to reorganize our lives, rethink priorities and reconsider how we do business. As comfortable as pre-COVID business as usual may have been, in the past six months our personal and professional landscapes have changed dramatically.

As a person, as a Town and as a business, how we react to these economic challenges will influence our future success and the experiences those who live in and visit Carefree will enjoy.

In March 2020, the Town of Carefree hired our first economic development director with the VICE MAYOR mission of creating an economic model to bring and sustain long-term economic vibrancy to our Town of Carefree businesses and Town.

480.488.3686 A healthy local economy will sustain our position as a wonderful place to live, visit and setup shop. www.carefree.org As a municipality dependent upon sales tax revenue, the health of Town finances is bound to the health of our business community. Given the changing landscape, there has been no better time to take a more active role to influence our destiny.

When we emerge from the pandemic, the center of Carefree will include a new Hampton Inn and townhouses. We are taking an active role to ensure that your favorite Carefree restaurants and merchants successfully emerge from these trying times. And, we are planning ahead working with landlords and property owners to establish new businesses in Carefree that, not only bring value to our citizens, but enhance the Carefree experience.

With an exceptionally walkable town center, Carefree offers a unique mix of local retail establishments, galleries and restaurants and amenities that create an experienced based outing. The world-famous Sundial and the Carefree Desert Gardens which features the Veterans Memorial, Carefree Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion, splash pad, Gila Monster slide, and Little Free Library combine to make an enjoyable visit. Plus, visit our new arrivals including Sticks Golf & Cigar Lounge, Healthy Creek for healthy shakes, refreshing ice tea and COVID friendly group fitness classes, Carefree Bath and Body, and Sweet Suzanne’s gelato.

As the world evolves and emerges from COVID 19, there is no better place to be than Carefree. If you wish to set up shop in a family friendly environment, invest in a community in which you can be proud to be a part of, or are simply looking for an enjoyable outing, check us out. We look forward to seeing you.

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Pictured: Kiwanis Splash Pad in Carefree. A $135,000 grant was given to the Town of Carefree for its construction.

New Board Members for Chamber of Commerce The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce recently announced new board members for 2020–21.

Joining the board is Patrick Jones, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Sonoran Desert Lifestyles; Rebecca Niessink, Allstate Insurance; and Corey Moss, Parkway Bank.

Jones returns to the board after a twoyear hiatus to serve his third term. Niessink and Moss are starting their first terms.

These three join Rustyn Sherer, APS, chairman; Steve Morse, State Farm, incoming chairman; Nick Stelfox, Carefree Outdoor Living, immediate past chair; Eric Twohey, Times Media Group, secretary; Bob Armstrong, ALEMI Consulting, treasurer; Marie Vale, Harold’s Corral; Dr. Colleen Krahl, Champion Chiropractic; Sandi Hess, Coldwell Banker Residential Properties; and Dr. Debbi Burdick, superintendent, Cave Creek Unified School District.

For information about the Chamber, visit www.carefreecavecreek.org.

The Kiwanis Club of Carefree is currently investigating new project possibilities to fund. They are asking organizations, businesses and individuals to submit a request to fund projects of $25,000 up to $1 million.

The Project/Funds Committee has been formed to evaluate these requests. The request form can be found online, with the only requirement that the project meets the mission of serving the kids in the Cave Creek/Carefree community.

The deadline is Oct. 1.

President Mike Poppenwimer added, “Kiwanis is looking for your help to find what is needed to benefit the children in this community.”

The Kiwanis Club of Carefree is one of the largest Kiwanis clubs in the world, with roughly 150 members. Its focus is on helping children recognize and develop their potential.

The organization supports post-secondary scholarships, summer art programs, special needs support, youth service organizations and more.

To fill out the application visit www. kiwaniscarefree.org/community-project-request.

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and awards ceremony, especially the opportunity to give these awards to the gifted student artists,” explained Robin Ray of the Youth Arts Committee. “They hoped the awards ceremony could be rescheduled. But eventually, they faced the real possibility of canceling the entire event and prepared to store the art supplies and certificates until next year. However, canceling this long-established awards ceremony was unthinkable!”

So, they came up with a solution.

“Since the supplies had already been purchased, Youth Art Committee member Sarah Burns came up with the idea of mailing the art supplies to the student’s. The committee thought this was a great way to save the celebration,” Ray said, describing how the committee saved the day. “Sarah personally purchased boxes, Jim and Judy Bruce delivered the art supplies to Sarah’s home and Sarah enlisted her home bound college kids. And they filled 109 boxes!”

“In the meantime, other Youth Art members were busy, collecting the names and mailing addresses of the students and producing a postcard for the art teachers to write to each of their students. The award boxes also contained a personalized folder with several inspiring messages.

“Included in each folder was a list of free Sonoran Arts League art classes sponsored by Kiwanis.” And that’s not all, according to Ray, “The Youth Art

Committee worked with Mike, our local UPS Store owner, and together they donated the cost of shipping the supplies directly to the student’s home, a donation of $1,200!”

“While the Celebration of Art awards ceremony may not have been the extensive art exhibition and celebration that we have had in the past, students were honored according to the new normal of the coronavirus regulations,” said Adrian. “We hope to be back to normal next year!”

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For student artists, the school year was supposed to conclude with welldeserved award recognition and an enthusiastic celebration with the 41st Annual Jeff Cross Memorial Award ceremony and the 24th Sonoran Arts League Art Incentive Award at the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center.

Visual art teachers had chosen students to receive the award. The Sonoran Arts League’s Youth Art Committee had purchased the art supplies traditionally presented to the participants. And the Harmony Hollow Metal Works had sent the Jeff Cross Memorial Bell for the honoree, and funds to cover the certificates and ribbons.

However, due to the coronavirus restrictions, which limited interactions and required physical distancing, the April 16 Celebration of Art Exhibit and Awards ceremony was canceled.

“But the story isn’t over yet! It has a miraculous ending because of innovative thinking and generous contributions from our community,” said event organizer Elaine Adrian, Special Projects, Education and Community Services (ECS).

Celebration of Art is an event in the Desert Foothills with a long history. It was started in 1979 by the Cross family in honor of Cave Creek artist Jeff Cross.

The Cross family gave the Cave Creek Craft Counsel, a precursor to Sonoran Arts League (SAL), the responsibility of choosing an outstanding art student from the area to receive the award.

ECS, an independent department of the Cave Creek Unified School District (CCUSD) that provides year-round childcare, classes, camps and extracurricular activities, joined in years later to provide the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center as the exhibition and award ceremony venue.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Liberty Utilities Sewer Rate Increase Request When dealing with the utilities that provide services within our Town, the Town of Carefree has a responsibility to address the common interests of our residents and businesses. In doing so, we must also make sure that proper service is provided at a fair price. Liberty Utilities provides sewer service to much of Carefree and parts of north Scottsdale.

Liberty Utilities has applied to the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) to increase rates by as much as 40+ percent.

Carefree has filed as an intervenor in this rate case assuring the Town a seat at the ACC rate case hearing scheduled to begin Sept. 16. During the rate hearing, Mayor Les Peterson will testify to reduce the proposed rate increases. In support of that effort, the Carefree Town Council unanimously approved a resolution detailing case background and expressing our unified commitment to secure the lowest possible rates for our residents and businesses. A link to the resolution can be found at: www.carefree.org/168/town-council.

What can you do to stop this proposed $30 a month increase? Set aside 30 minutes and write a letter to the ACC expressing your thoughts. Letters matter. Write to: Arizona Corporate Commission 1200 W. Washington Street Phoenix, AZ 85007 Reference: Docket No. SW-02361A-19-0139 We are asking for good service at a fair price.

—John Crane Vice Mayor, Town of Carefree

Smell Gone; Stink Remains: Revisited Liberty Utilities Ratepayers: Beware A Hike is Coming…

Fellow Ratepayers, since my August letter, there have been additional positive developments in the Liberty Utilities sewer rate case scheduled to be heard in mid-September by the Arizona Corporate Commission (ACC).

These are important developments because they are related to “head-to-head” financial opposition to Liberty’s justification for a 41 percent rate increase to residents and a 32 percent increase to the business community. Specifically, very highly qualified Financial Staff members of the ACC and the Resident Utility Consumer Office (RUCO) have a taken point by point opposition to Liberty Utilities’ Overall Rate Proposal. ACC Staff and RUCO Staff recommend the following adjustments to sewer rates: Organization Percent Increase Proposed* Liberty Utilities 35.53 percent ACC Staff (0.57 percent) RUCO Staff (3.29 percent) *Note: these are net percentages and do not include the “rate case expense surcharge of $4.26/ month” which would increase the percentage to gross.

In addition, both the City of Scottsdale and the Town of Carefree have passed formal Resolutions opposing this proposed Liberty Rate increase!

Making the Liberty Utilities arguments suspect, the ACC staff written testimony noted that, “During Staff’s review of the Company’s (Liberty’s) support (documents), Staff found there was a lack of compliance with basic accounting principles…” Further, “ACC Staff would characterize the Company’s books and records as overly complex and convoluted.” And further, Staff stated, “The Company failed to provide the requested reports, records, and documentation for the costs the Company seeks to recover in this rate case.”

RUCO Staff in their written testimony, “estimates that approximately $4.9 million of Liberty’s excess cash has been moved upstream (to Canada) to APUC over the past five years…”

Note: APUC is Liberty’s Canadian parent Company.

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“We are incredibly proud to continue to receive this endorsement,” said Julie Garber, director of Sales & Marketing. “It is a reflection of the dedication that our staff places on guest satisfaction and a tribute to how our meeting guests perceive the overall experience at the Boulders Resort.”

Top meeting planners praised the Boulders for their “distinctive indoor and outdoor meeting spaces and the abundance of floor-to-ceiling windows that capture the backdrop of the ancient boulder formations and panoramic beauty of the lush Sonoran Desert surroundings.”

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BY KATHRYN M. MILLER Earlier this year, after 15 years of service, Debbra Determan announced her intention to retire as executive director of Foothills Caring Corps (FCC). An executive search was launched, which resulted in the hiring of Robin Cochran in August.

We caught up with the new director last month and she shared a little bit about herself, what drew her to Foothills Caring Corps, and what is next. So, please meet Robin Cochran, in her own words.

I am Robin Cochran, and I live in the Troon North neighborhood. Before joining Foothills Caring Corps, I most recently was the chief development officer at Christian Care, Arizona’s largest nonprofit provider of senior living, which has six communities located throughout the state.

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What was the path you took to get to where you are today?

I have a long-time impetus to help others in the community, which was originally fostered by my World War II veteran father and public servant mother.

They encouraged my early passion to help others though participation in church and community volunteer activities and service projects, mostly assisting underserved seniors and at-risk teens in my native Mississippi community. The resolve I developed to assist in improving others’ lives and advocate for the underserved led me to obtain a law degree from the University of Mississippi School of Law. Over the years, I also developed important charitable organization experience as I organized, planned, and chaired various fund-raising events, nonprofit campaigns and legacy planning programs. This has provided me the ability to recognize and implement effective strategies to help people, as well as to build community awareness.

What drew you to Foothills Caring Corps, and what are its current strengths and challenges?

My decision to join FCC was driven in part by a desire to become more deeply connected to my local community.

Further, I was drawn to the organization’s mission of service to older adults and persons with disabling conditions, to allow them to remain living independently for as long as possible.

I believe the commitment of the organization’s staff and our volunteers to FCC’s mission is our biggest strength.

Certainly, the current public health crisis has created new challenges for FCC on several fronts. First, many of its regular programs have had to be

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suspended or modified due to safety concerns. The organization’s programs include providing transportation for persons to medical appointments and therapies, a van program for social, exercise class and shopping outings, mobile meals, friendly visiting, handyman services, grocery shopping services, caregiver relief, and a mobility equipment loan closet, among others.

Additionally, COVID concerns affect many members of our network of volunteers who are themselves in an at-risk age group, or have underlying medical conditions, which limit their ability to engage in the activities they normally would undertake on behalf of FCC. Finally, FCC’s budget has been impacted by the pandemic-required cancellation in March of its largest annual fundraiser, the Taste of Foothills.

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Sweet Suzan’s, a gelato and ice cream shop, opened in May at Spanish Village. Owners and “gelato chefs” Tim and Laura Harrington spoke about their new business and what makes it unique.

“We use the freshest, highest quality ingredients — local whenever possible — to make gelato, ice cream and sorbet, on site, daily.”

The duo also shared that, keeping things local, they serve Roastery of Cave Creek coffee. Those who are stopping by should know that staff wear masks and the shop recommends that patrons do as well.

“We can provide masks if necessary. We continually sanitize the shop throughout each day. We take orders by phone or online for curbside pickup.”

Sweet Suzan’s is located at 7211 E. Ho Road, Suite 20, in Carefree. For additional information, call 480.590.6924 or visit www.sweetsuzans.com.

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What goal do you have for the organization and how can the community help?

The main goal I have is to serve with integrity, creativity and vision to enthusiastically carry out FCC’s strategic plan and meet the growing and changing needs of our neighbors. I hope to work collaboratively with our staff and volunteers to create a team that can move forward to accomplish our mission.

We are grateful for the continuing support the community has long provided to Foothills Caring Corps. We also hope that anyone who has an interest in volunteering will consider contacting our organization.

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atherine Marr, owner of Venues Café, believes that offering a comfortable and safe place for people to enjoy comfort food with a Southwest flair is what her business is all about.

The restaurant, located 34 Easy Street, has been a Carefree mainstay for 10 years.

“Entering the two story, red awning, brick building, you are immediately struck by the beauty and comfort of your surroundings,” said Marr. “Multiple rich textures of wood, stone and copper surround you and make you feel at home.

The ambiance is comfortable, not stuffy and you can feel free to be Carefree in Venues.

“A fireplace rounds out the ambiance downstairs and there is also a dining room upstairs if you have a larger group or are just looking for a little extra Social distancing. Out front is a dog friendly patio overlooking the center of town, large glass patio doors providing great warmth and light into the dining area.”

Dining options include light bites such as deviled eggs with bacon jam, street tacos, loaded mac and cheese and lettuce wraps. Signature salads such as the Chicken Taco Salad, Roasted Beet Salad and customized Chopped Salad are popular, Marr said, as well as full comfort meals like a baked, stuffed pork chop, Chicken Schnitzel with lingonberry sauce or mixed grill kabobs. Voted the best happy hour in the area, light bites are $4–$10, and $2 domestic beers and $5 wines and well drinks are offered 3–6pm every day.

Venues also delivers through Door Dash and Grub Hub and encourages take-out orders. The entire menu is available for take-out, except for brunch.

Current hours are 11:30am–8pm, Monday through Saturday. Brunch is served Sundays, 10am–3pm.

Specials include Monday Night Burgers, which include a choice of a complementary house wine or beer, and Thursday offers halfpriced bottles of wine with any entree purchase. Marr added, “When we are able to safely gather again, Venues will resume their special evening events.”

In the meantime, she encourages residents to sign up as a VIP on the website or ask a server to sign them up to enjoy special discounts and learn about weekly happenings.

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Once again, Kiwanis presidentelect Kimberly Marie Jack and Kiwanis member Casey Jack donated the use of their Anytime Fitness Facility for a blood drive, the most recent of which was held July 27. Kiwanis members Mike Poppenwimer, president, Geno Orrico, Alexis Sterling-Popovich, event chair, and Jacqui Perry Brown, committee member, set up the room for the event.

The July 27 blood drive brought 23 donors, including several Kiwanis members, to the event.

Vitalant, the nonprofit that hosted the event, supplies blood to 90 percent of Arizona hospitals and 100 percent of those in Maricopa County. The Kiwanis committee reported that Vitalant provided three technical people to schedule, screen and draw the blood, along with a complete array of blood draw equipment.

The committee also indicated that all successful blood donations from the drive are being tested for COVID-19 antibodies. An authorized Food and Drug Administration test indicates if the donor’s immune system has produced antibodies to the virus, regardless of whether they ever showed symptoms. The antibody test is not a way to find out if the individual is currently infected with this virus. While a positive antibody test does not mean that someone is immune to COVID-19, it does mean that they may be eligible to donate convalescent plasma and help people who are still recovering from corona virus infection.

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September, tolerable morning lows and perhaps a trend to more favorable temperatures.

I want to take this opportunity to Thank everyone who supported me in the recent election.

Speaking of the election and all of the MAYOR volunteer hours that go into serving the Town of Cave Creek community I have a few thoughts.

480.488.1400 Because we have two-year terms and my www.cavecreek.org length of service as a Councilmember, Vice Mayor, and your Mayor I have been involved in eight elections. I am very dismayed to see what has happened to the process. I have never seen in Cave Creek an election with so much vitriol, false promises, lies, spin, and misinformation. With the Council/Manager form of Government Cave Creek has, the only reliable promise we can make is to make the best decisions we can faced with the information we have.

It takes four votes for most things to pass and there are even issues that take a super majority. To blatantly make policy promises that start out with “I will” are nothing short of deceitful.

Having said that I believe we need to get more and younger blood into the decision making processes. But, the environment of a campaign is counterproductive to recruiting anyone who might have the time and inclination to become involved.

Cave Creek can do better and be better than this!

Editor’s note: Mayor Bunch was reelected for a third term in the Aug. 4 primary election.

Annual Empty Bowls Event Kicks Off Online Sept. 1 The Foothills Empty Bowls Lunch to benefit the Foothills Food Bank began at el Pedregal in 2000. The project then migrated to its new home in Cave Creek. Empty Bowls is a grassroots movement by artists and crafts people in cities and towns around the world to care for and feed the hungry in their communities. While the goal of the local event remains the same, this year’s event will operate differently.

The Foothills Empty Bowls Project will be held completely online this fall. The art auction portion of the event has been online for several years, but this is the first time in 21 years that the bowls also will be offered online.

Both the art auction and bowl sale will be held on the Foothills Food Bank’s website, www.foothillsfoodbank.com, which is sponsored

by Tech4Life Computers & Websites. Individuals can bid on the art and purchase bowls donated by members and friends of the Sonoran Arts League (www.sonoranartsleague.org), a key sponsor of the Empty Bowls Project.

“We are excited to offer the art auction and bowl sale online so people can support this worthy cause and spend the time they need to bid on their favorite works of art and purchase as many bowls as they like (sight unseen of course),” said Carole Perry, founder of the event. “The online event begins Sept. 1, and concludes on World Hunger Day, Friday, Oct. 16, at 1pm.”

“Bidders and buyers can participate 24 hours a day if they wish,” added Perry.

Each bowl comes with a gift certificate, redeemable between Oct. 19–23, 2020, for a spaghetti meal at Harold’s Cave Creek Corral, also a key sponsor. Bowl purchasers should note that they will be able to choose from a large selection of bowls when they pick up their bowl(s) at either Foothills Food Bank or Laughing Glass Studio between Oct. 12–16, from noon–4pm.

Winning bids for the art auction will be announced after 1pm Oct. 16, on the website, and directions for pick-up of the art will be announced on social media and at the food bank’s website as well.

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Eating good food and enjoying unique art is what the Schenck family likes to do for fun, and they have brought that sense of creative fun to their business.

Eddie and Virginia Schenck’s new business, The Eddy, is a “real fun place where you can find a collection of functional art, unique handmade gifts from local artists, and food trucks.”

“Our food truck, Hibachibot, is already parked there and is currently open for business. We did this before the Eddy is ready in order to take the time to meet our neighbors and get to know the local residents,” the Schneck’s added. “So far, we have really enjoyed making new friends.”

The Schenck family Hibachibot serves Korean BBQ fusion, and in addition to bringing their cuisine to residents, on Saturday nights (once it cools off) they will be bringing other trucks into the parking lot with an assortment of delicious concepts to choose from. (Deserts too!)

“For the last five plus years we have gotten to know quite a few food truck owners and let me tell you...some of these guys will blow you away.”

The team says that since art has played a big part of their lives, they are excited to show their work, and have invited talented friends and fellow artists to show theirs as well.

“For years, we have dreamt of having a place within our community where we can share and promote creativity. So, bring your creative side, bring the family (the kids can play in our mini game and arcade zone), and become a foodie for the night.”

Look for The Eddy at 6006 E. Cave Creek Road (the corner of Spur Cross and Cave Creek Roads). For information about Hibachibot, text 602.214.6989 or visit www.hibachibot.com.

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Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center continually needs non-perishable foods, water, personal items and monetary donations — especially during the summer months, specifically May through September when shelves begin to empty. One way that businesses, organizations and individuals can help neighbors in need is by hosting a food drive.

Tom Kilwein, driver coordinator for Foothills Food Bank, works with people interested in holding food drives because they help Foothills Food Bank as the need continues to grow. In 2019, Foothills Food Bank: • Served 6,949 families in need • Provided 4,315 Snack Packs (luncheons and weekend meals given to kids each month) • Distributed 1,141,922 pounds of food each month • Gave $85,836 to those who needed financial assistance for utility bills, gasoline, clothing, pharmacy needs, etc.

• Volunteers donated more than 40,363 hours • The food bank’s 17th annual Adopt-A-Family program served 533 families and 1,502 total individuals signed up for the program, a 22 percent increase from 2018. In addition, 221 client families and 576 individuals participated from the Black Canyon City and New River service areas, and 312 families and 926 people participated from the Cave Creek service area “The need is greater that you can imagine,” said Kilwein. “For many residents, our Black Canyon City location is their grocery store.”

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As children stay home from school and visitors leave, the food bank desperately needs non-perishable food items, toiletries, cash donations and more to assist the more than 5,500 families in the communities it serves.

How does one hold a food drive?

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• Call Foothills Food Bank at 480.488.1145 and ask for Kilwein or connect with your church for guidance in organizing the drive.

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• Organize your volunteers! Neighbors, friends, employees, scouts, whoever they may be.

• Select the date and time.

• Gather non-perishable items. Top needs include canned vegetables, peanut butter, soups, canned fruit, unused toiletries, pet food, diapers, baby food, water, boxed meals, crackers, condiments, pasta sauce, dried beans, rice and canned tuna.

Cash donations also are welcome.

• Promote the food drive with fliers, on social media, in the news, etc.

• Call the food bank for pick-up or to organize food delivery plans.

Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center is located at 6038 E. Hidden Valley Drive in Cave Creek and 34501 Old Black Canyon Highway in Black Canyon City. For more information, call 480.488.1145 or visit www.foothillsfoodbank.com.

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The team at Hillis & McGee is excited to join the community in Cave Creek, according to owner and master distiller Chris Chapman, as the company inches its way closer to the distribution of its handcrafted, traditional 250-year-old Tennessee corn liquor recipe.

Hillis & McGee Cave Creek Distillery is bringing that Tennessee tradition, and some American history, to the area.

The Hillis and McGee families trace their histories to the late 1700s in the territory of North Carolina before Tennessee was a state. The Appalachian region is steeped in culture and entertainment from bluegrass to moonshine, Chapman says.

He is the descendant of the Hillis’ and the McGees, who started the family tradition.

Located in the town of Cave Creek, Hillis &McGee will be manufacturing a 100 percent all-natural corn liquor based on the families’ 250-year-old recipe. Guests will be able to take a trip back in time and sample or indulge in some of the finest and most traditional moonshine.

“We are proud of what we produce, and we are even more excited to give you a chance to experience something timeless and historical,” said Chapman. “Our job is to make you feel like family here and even after you leave taking that sentiment home with you in a jar.”

“Due to recent events our retail shop remains open and we can’t wait to begin distilling and will be manufacturing spirits in no time. During these unique times we are adapting and will be creating new platforms to produce several items other than alcohol and we will be releasing full information on our brand new website.”

For additional information, visit www.hillismcgee.com or find the company on Facebook @hillismcgee.

Puppy Luv Pet of the Month Julie is a 3-year-old Cattle Dog mix who was been with the Puppy Luv rescue for a long time.

The rescue says that she does prefer women and shouldn’t be in a home with kids. She likes other dogs also but would do well with meeting them prior to going home. She is available to be fostered to adopted.

Those interested in meeting Julie can call Puppy Luv Animal Rescue at 480.525.1007. To learn more about Puppy Luv Animal Rescue, visit www.puppyluvar.com follow them on Facebook or Instagram.

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Arizona students, in grades K–12, are invited to enter Sonoran Arts League’s first “Honoring Those Who Serve” art contest, with electronic art submissions due Sept. 20.

Top winners in each grade of the juried online competition, with judges from the nonprofit Sonoran Arts League, will receive cash prizes or free workshops and have their art on community “art cards” that will be sold by the League to benefit its outreach programs, art education and “Art In Public Places.” Winners will be announced in November, and the artwork will be exhibited in the League’s Center for the Arts at Stagecoach Plaza during Hidden in the Hills Nov. 20–22 and 27–29. Up to 26 awards will be given.

“Your canvas is blank and waiting for you to free your imagination with an array of color and style,” said Youth Art chair Robin Ray. “Create artwork expressing your thanks and appreciation to someone who has made a difference in your life and help honor those who serve in our communities and country.”

Those who serve can include a doctor, nurse or other healthcare worker; military veteran; firefighter, police officer or civil servant; educator or art teacher; sports coach or athletics mentor; or parent, grandparent or caregiver.

“The challenge is on to use creativity and imagination to put your thoughts into art,” added League board member Sarah Byrne. “The League promotes creativity through art as an effective method for artists of all ages to express their dreams and ideas for a successful life and a better community.”

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All Arizona public, private, charter and home-schooled students may enter one piece of original artwork in any medium. Computer-generated images and traced images will not be judged.

Photograph the artwork and save a high-resolution image. Register the entry and submit the photo online at www.sonoranartsleague.org by clicking on the Art Education tab and Art Contest. Do not send original artwork. For more information, call 480.575.6624.

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CST COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT tania Gems & Jewelry was established in 2006 by Lisa Baker.

Baker is an avid jewelry lover, creator and collector. She worked in the retail jewelry business for a number of years, where she was certified as a diamontologist and gemologist through the Diamond Council of America.

Baker decided to broaden her love of jewelry by creating unique, upscale pieces to offer her customers. She opened a small store in 2013 and expanded Etania Jewelry & Boutique at the current location in 2015.

“In addition to the unique gemstone jewelry we also carry other items that cater to the upscale woman, including unique women’s clothing, artisan created handbags and unique gift items,” said Baker. “In 2019 our store was voted ‘Best Shopping Experience’ from the Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce.

In 2020, we were honored to be chosen the ‘Best Jewelry Store’ in the Best of the North Valley Magazine!”

Etania Gems & Jewelry specializes in fine sterling silver designer gemstone jewelry. Baker said that each piece is created from the highest quality natural stones and precious metals.

“Because each gemstone is a unique gift from nature, no two pieces are exactly alike.”

Etania Gems & Jewelry Boutique In addition to her own work, she also admires and treasures pieces from other quality artists and as such has hand-selected unique treasures to offer her customers.

Baker added, “We feature Arizona artists as much as possible, but also have the work of some talented artists from Colorado, California, Nevada and Texas.”

As with many businesses, Baker said that she has been impacted by the new coronavirus.

“Not only did we miss out on our two biggest months of the year due to being closed due to COVID19, we were also impacted by the fire at the Black Mountain Feed store. They are our next-door neighbors and our store sustained major smoke damage from the fire. As such, all of our clothing items are being sold at 70 percent off, until gone. It’s a great time to come in and get a fabulous bargain on some amazing women’s clothing.”

Etania Gems & Jewelry is located at 6140 E. Cave Creek Road, Suite 5, in Cave Creek. For information, call 602.429.0505 or visit https://etaniagems.com.

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Chamber of Commerce Announces Scholarship Winner The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce announced that the winner of the 2020 $3,000 scholarship is Alison Tobin.

Tobin was selected from a group of 17 applicants. She has an unweighted GPA of 3.8, Weighted 4.57. She will be attending Arizona State University. Her areas of study will be law and philosophy.

Cave Creek Unified School District graduating seniors who are interning with a Chamber member business or who have volunteered significant hours to the community are eligible to apply for the Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce Scholarship.

The scholarship program is in its 11th year with more than $25,000 being awarded.

For more information, call 480.488.3381 or visit www.carefreecavecreek.org.

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In early August, the Desert Foothills Library board of directors announced the appointment of a new executive director, Anne Johnson. She will take on this new role Sept. 21. Following a handover period, the current director, David Court, will retire after 10 years in the role. The appointment follows an extensive search, led by a committee appointed by the board of directors.

Johnson has extensive library experience — her most recent position was deputy director, Public Services at Austin Public Library. Prior to that she was executive director at West Pittston Public Library, which is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit library, the same status as Desert Foothills Library.

As executive director of the Desert Foothills Library, Johnson will be responsible for all aspects of managing the library, including re-opening of the facility following the COVID–19 closure.

Robert Hindle, president of the Library board of directors, said, “David Court has done an excellent job leading the Desert Foothills Library for the past decade.

Anne Johnson is a perfect choice to continue that work.”

Johnson noted, “I am so excited for the opportunity to work with the board, staff and volunteers to serve the Desert Foothills Community. I look forward to continuing David’s legacy of focusing on the most important element of library work: the people.”

The Desert Foothills Library is independently funded and serves the entire Desert Foothills community.

For more information or to make a tax-deductible donation, visit www.dfla.org or call 480.488.2286.

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Flavored Tobacco is Hooking a New Generation on Nicotine

BY MONICA BAEZ

I have seen firsthand how disruptive and unhealthy flavored tobacco products can be. More than 5.3 million kids nationally use e-cigarettes and one out of six Arizona high school students use them. Kids at school talk about all the new flavors and which ones they are going to buy once they get their allowance. Over 80 percent of young people who have used tobacco started off with flavored products. With 15,000 flavors to choose from, these addictive and never-ending products mask away the dangers of using tobacco.

Throughout school I would try my best and keep away from the talk and drama of smoking but everywhere I looked there was someone either changing their flavor pod or smoking and laughing with a group of other students. I noticed that they would start to skip school to head to the smoke shop early. I have lost many friends due to their obsession of e-cigarettes, which I was not interested in.

But it is not just teens who are negatively [affected] by nicotine addiction. I have had grandparents and friends get extremely sick or go to rehab from being exposed to

HEALTH & WELLNESS flavored tobacco products, which led to using other dangerous drugs and habits. It is hard to see a loved one become so isolated and weak due to smoking.

Today, with a global pandemic going on, we should be paying attention and protecting our lung health even more. Smoking weakens the immune system and leads to high risk of respiratory infections. COVID-19 attacks the lungs and it has been shown that smokers, both traditional and e-cigarette users, are more than twice as likely as non-smokers to experience severe symptoms of COVID-19.

Everyone falls at some point, and while it is important that family and friends help when you do, lawmakers can also help. I am tired of living in a world where every conversation includes something about heading to a smoke shop and my friends not realizing that flavored pods are dangerous. A new ordinance was presented to Phoenix City Councilmembers by Councilman Michael Nowakowski. The ordinance would ban the sale of flavored tobacco products citywide. This could help protect the health of my family and friends and the future of our youth.

At the time of writing this article the City Council had not reconvened from summer recess. To learn more about t his cause visit www.flavorshookkidsphoenix.org. Monica Baez is a youth ambassador for the Phoenix Flavors Ban campaign supported by the Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids.

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Real Life Weight Loss & Wellness ur mission as a weight loss and wellness clinic is to take a comprehensive approach in helping others obtain and maintain a healthy lifestyle while helping improve their overall well-being and quality of life,” stated the team at Real Life Weight Loss & Wellness (RLWL). “We treat every individual as we would want to be treated ourselves with excellent and personable service, honesty, respect, and medical safety as our highest priorities.”

RLWL is a boutique-sized clinic in Carefree that has been serving residents since February 2018.

“We offer personalized attention with a friendly and dedicated staff,” the team added. “Our comprehensive programs are proven to help people lose weight and maintain that weight loss after reaching their goals. We guide clients throughout their journey with regularly scheduled appointments, medical monitoring, and individualized counseling to help address challenges and support success. We are as involved as our clients want us to be.”

The team says that it treats the person and are not a one-size-fitsall clinic.

“Our approach is multi-faceted and our programs can include a combination of the following: a full body composition analysis, access to our HealthTrac app, weekly food journals with an emotional component, EKG monitoring, dietary guidance, B12/Lipotropic/ Vitamin Cocktail injection(s), natural supplements, and/or prescription medication. Our programs are based on science. Not fads! We currently have four different programs to choose from.”

For people who are already at their weight goal but need a boast RLWL provides vitamin injections, and also sells hand crafted CBD products.

The clinic is currently accepting new patients for Thyroid, weight and metabolic issues, menopause and bio-identical hormones, male and female sexual medicine and osteoporosis. They also offer Botox and Juvederm services.

Real Life Weight Loss & Wellness is located at 7301 E. Sundance Trail, B-101, in Carefree. For additional information, call 480.488.9680 or visit www.reallifeweightlossaz.com.

Community Heroes Rise Above Coronavirus

BY LIN SUE COONEY

COVID-19 has forever changed our lives. But in the midst of global uncertainty and sadness over so many lives lost, I am astonished by the kindness and compassion strangers are showing one another. We truly are “in this together.” As we give thanks for all the frontline workers who are risking their lives, let’s also take a moment to praise the everyday heroes among us. People like Linda Muller, who has a heart of gold and hands of steel.

By day, Linda works in auditing for CVS Health.

By night, the Hospice of the Valley volunteer is a mask-making wizard. At last count, she had donated 545 masks to our nonprofit agency, so that family members can safely be with their loved ones at the bedside. From start to finish, it takes her Lin Sue Cooney 20 minutes to complete one cotton fabric mask.

“I have an assembly-line kind of system,” she chuckled.

Linda hit the sewing machine as soon as her volunteer visits with patients were suspended due to safety recommendations. Never the type to sit idle, she immediately asked if we needed masks. The answer was a resounding yes.

Using her own fabrics and paying for many supplies out of pocket, Linda has been on her own mission: To give back to the agency that provided beautiful, compassionate care to her father over 20 years ago.

“I’m happy to be part of it, however little contribution I can make,” she said. “It’s my way of paying it forward.”

Linda is just one of many heroes making a difference in our community.

The Deer Valley Unified School District used its 3D printers to help Hospice of the Valley care teams. They made and donated 500 surgical face mask ear guards — plus stands to hold them. Volunteers at Mountain View Presbyterian Church in Scottsdale are crocheting hearts to comfort our patients — something soft and meaningful to hold in the palm of their hands.

Others are shopping and delivering essential groceries to our patients in need. They’re providing window visits, playing music on patios and making virtual pet visits.

Sometimes it takes a little darkness to help us appreciate the light. Our community is blessed to have so many shining heroes.

Cooney is director of community engagement at Hospice of the Valley. To learn more about volunteer opportunities, call 602.636.6336 or visit www.hov.org.

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Turmoil, Chaos, Illness and Death…everywhere.

Watching Gestapo tactics against Americans.

Mask up, wash up, stand up…apart.

Decisions. …

Standing or kneeling.

Protesting against, whatever.

Need vaccines, but won’t take this batch.

Decisions. …

Open the schools, hope the kids don’t bring “stuff” home to Grandma.

Must have religion, don’t gather in large groups.

Us vs. Them, White vs. Black, Black vs. White, et al.

America The Beautiful?

Decisions. …

Guns, no guns.

Right to one’s body, or not.

Counted in the Census, or excluded.

Freedom to vote, squashed.

Decisions. …

Jobs and affordable places to live.

Help for the neediest.

Leadership vs. Emptiness.

Decisions. …

Participate, or leave it to the next person.

Speak out, stay silent.

Do something right, sit on your hands.

Educate, learn, challenge. Accept the unreal.

Decisions. …

Promote democracy. Watch it fall to demagoguery.

Salute the flag. Turn it upside down.

Take responsibility. Take nothing, give nothing back.

Decisions. …

The view of Earth from the height of the International Space Station shows a globe that is blue and beautiful, at peace and harmony. It’s only when we come closer-in, beneath the clouds, that the turmoil becomes more evident. When the Creator developed this place, it was formless and void. Today it is full and teeming with people and animals.

Decisions we make now will either advance life on this planet, or destroy it.

Decisions we select today will either bring harmony back to the planet, or cause it to explode in divisiveness.

Decisions need to be made critically, honestly, and quickly.

Decide for yourself, or others will decide for you.

Rabbi Robert L. Kravitz, D.D. is known Valley-wide for his more than three decades of involvement with civil and human rights, and the positive efforts of law enforcement.

Serving as a volunteer police chaplain for nearly thirty years, he regularly addresses civic and religious groups on related topics, while working part-time as Hospital Chaplaincy Coordinator for Jewish Family & Children’s Service.

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When it comes to games, 12-yearold Tirahji is a bit old-fashioned. No Fortnite or NBA 2K20 for this guy.

“Tirahji is big into Uno and board games,” says Kayla, a child specific adoption recruiter with Aid to Adoption of Special Kids (AASK).

Playing board games and card games gives Tirahji a chance to engage in another favorite activity — making people laugh.

“He has a great sense of humor and loves to make other laugh by telling jokes and sharing riddles,” says Kayla.

“He is a very laid back kid,” she adds.

Tirahji loves playing football and basketball. He also has an artistic side and loves to draw.

Tirahji needs the stability of a forever family with two parents who are “calm and collected,” says Kayla, adding he would also do well with a single parent who has a strong support system.

“He would do best as the only child,” Kayla says.

For more information on children eligible for adoption, call Aid to Adoption of Special Kids (AASK) at 602.930.4900 or visit www.aask-az.org.

Harvest Compassion Center: Feeding Families During Difficult Times

BY NICOLEE THOMPSON or 23 years, Mitch etched memories into the hearts of everyone he met. Mitch lived life to the max. There was no in between with Mitch. His passion and will to win always pushed him to finish first. Mitch was never short of enthusiasm, energy and strength. Underneath the rough and tough exterior beat the heart of compassion and love for others no one will ever forget.

On Aug. 14, 2004, Mitch died in a drowning accident.

At his wake, his family had the opportunity to meet hundreds of people who experienced his energy and excitement. After hearing from the hundreds who Mitch touched so deeply while on earth, his family knew they must carry on his legacy of serving others, and immediately Mitchell Swaback Charities (MSC), Inc., which fully funds Harvest Compassion Centers, was born.

MSC, Inc. launched Harvest Compassion Centers 10 years ago as a direct response to the recession. MSC, Inc. wanted to make impact daily, serve locally and truly love others as Mitch had.

Our mission is to provide food and clothing in a hope-filled environment to the underserved in the greater Phoenix area.

Harvest Compassion Centers (HCC) around the Valley are one-stop shopping experiences for families and individuals in need. HCC welcomes all to shop for free food, hygiene, baby and clothing items once

every 30 days. More than 1,500 volunteers run each HCC location annually. Harvest Compassion Centers have fed, clothed and served over 100,000 people since opening and now has three Valley locations and opening soon in West Phoenix.

As COVID-19 hit the Valley, HCCs jumped into action feeding and serving families five days a week, never once closing our doors! Everyone is welcome to attend a monthly shopping trip where they can choose grocery, home and clothing items. No items are ever preboxed or bagged for HCC clients; it feels like a normal shopping mini-mart and clothing boutique.

Every piece of clothing donated to the HCC is sorted, laundered and ironed ensuring that quality pieces are being presented to the public.

We want each person who visits us to feel completely dignified when they shop from us, it is so important to have quality items and offer a normal shopping experience. There is also a play corner for kids to play and read while mom and dad shop.

We provide the physical items that families need so they can pay their rent and utilities. Kids in Arizona at the very least deserve a home and three meals a day, however when families visit HCC, they also receive the hope they need to get back on their feet.

Nicolee Thompson is the executive director at Harvest Compassion Center. For additional information on volunteering, hosting a food drive and/or donating, visit www.harvestcompassioncenter.org.

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COMMUNITY VOICES HER Certified Review: 2020 Cadillac XT4 FWD Sport

BY CATHY DROZ – HER CERTIFIED

I have owned a Cadillac, bought it from my dad. It was a big ol’ car with flashy wheels and faux roof that looked like a convertible, but not really. It held three children comfortably as well as all the music and sports equipment we needed. The kids were a tad embarrassed when carpooling, as most of their friend’s families had Suburbans, station wagons or mini vans. Owning a Cadillac was not very prestigious in the 80s; to them is was their “grandfather’s car.”

However, in 1999 when the Cadillac Escalade was introduced, those kids were now of driving age and started adding the Escalade on to their car wish list.

Well, it is now 2020 and for the last several years Cadillac has taken their Escalade model and sized it to fit the needs of many families and price range. The Cadillac XT4 FWD Sport is a small, luxury SUV.

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BY STEPHEN COHEN, O.D.

We are fortunate that, in spite of the pandemic, we can work remotely, and our children can learn remotely. However, this benefit does not come without consequences.

For one thing, we are not “designed” to spend extended periods of time engaged in near vision activities (like staring at a computer screen). On top of that, many of us and many of our children spend leisure time on a smart phone or tablet. Additionally, when we spend time in these activities, we don’t blink as much (often half as often as usual), and it is the blinking process that allows us to coat our eyes with new tears.

There is another issue with device use: Blue light.

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Get Duked! Is a New Cult Classic

BY KAELY MONAHAN AND TUESDAY MAHRLE

What happens when you take three juvenile delinquents and one home-schooled teen from the big city to the Scottish Highlands for some good-oldfashioned scouting? You might not expect a thrillercomedy, but that’s exactly what Get Duked! delivers.

Originally titled Boyz in the Wood, this film won the audience award at the 2019 SXSW Film Festival. Now it has dropped on Amazon, Aug. 28.

Dean (Rian Gordon), Duncan (Lewis Gribben) and William a.k.a. DJ Beatroot (Viraj Juneja) are being sent to better their characters by participating in the annual youth orienteering event called the “Duke of Edinburgh Award.” By completing a day-long trek, teens are supposed to learn teamwork, foraging and how to read a paper map. And also learn to connect with nature. The only one excited by the prospect is the awkward and very sheltered Ian (Samuel Bottomley). The four boys are loosely led by Mr. Carlyle (Kevin Guthrie), who is less of a scout guide than an inadequate chaperon.

Things get off to a rocky start, as the map is torn up in order to make joints of “cannabis.” Despite Ian’s best efforts to get the others to take the award seriously, the lads hike jauntily into the wild farmlands.

But as they go along, they realize they are not alone. Besides the farmers, the boys find themselves stalked by two masked highlanders. The husband and wife hunters make it a sport to expel all city-youths that come each year to complete the Duke of Edinburgh Award. As if that twist is not bizarre enough, the local Highland police are on the hunt for a terrorist ring that they erroneously believe has come to their local jurisdiction. Add to that a bread thief and some hip-hop music video attempts by DJ Beatroot, we get a film that is part Hot Fuzz, part The Hills Have Eyes, and part Patti Cake$.

For a teen comedy, this film is ridiculously funny and is a fresh take on the teen-boy genre.

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2020–21 Performing Arts Season Preview

This season will be one like no other for Valley performing arts organizations. As seasons ended abruptly across the state this spring, companies had to quickly adapt. Theaters were shuttered, employess were furloughed. Many fall seasons were reinvented while others were postponed and some, sadly, canceled entirely. Over the summer, theaters developed alternative programming — something that will continue to carry them to spring of 2021 when, hopefully, live and in-person theater can continue on a broad scale.

In the meantime, arts organizations are looking to Valley residents to help them weather the storm by subscribing to upcoming seasons, making donations if able and engaging with them on social media as they keep the ghost light burning until patrons can return. | CST

ARIZONA THEATRE COMPANY www.arizonatheatre.org; 602.256.6995

ARIZONA BROADWAY THEATRE www.azbroadway.org; 623.776.8400

Everything is ready. The set is still there, the costumes are hanging on the racks and the talent is standing by…we can’t wait to breathe life back into this long awaited show.”

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—Cassandra Klaphake, artistic producer

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Chicago, which closed early in March, will be the first full production to return to the ABT stage — set for January 2021. Outdoor performances and other additional interim programming are in development for the fall.

ATC has designed a diverse, multi-layered approach to the season, with imaginative ways to stay connected with and entertain audiences, leading to a safe return to Mainstage productions in January 2021.

ATC kicks off the first half of its season with digital programming beginning in September with Slow Food, Somewhere Over The Border, Covenant, The Realness and more. The six show mainstage productions will run through November 2021: My 80 Year Old Boyfriend; Pru Payne; Nina Simone: Four Women; Women in Jeopardy!; how to make an American Son; and The Legend of Georgia McBride.

www.azmusicfest.org; 480.422.8449 Although its plans for a special celebratory season of performances had to be altered, Arizona Musicfest is undaunted and will kick off its 30th anniversary season in 2021 with Ray on My Mind, Jan. 12.

—Allan Naplan, executive and producing director

www.balletaz.org; 602.381.1096 The company announced a departure from its previously planned 35th anniversary fall season of main-stage performances. A more digitally focused season is planned, including Inspire, a mixed-rep production scheduled for late October, and Nutcracker Suite, a re-imagined virtual version of the holiday classic set to air in mid-December.

We are counting on our return to Desert Botanical Garden in May 2021 to present the much-anticipated world premiere of The Four Seasons.”

—Samantha Turner, executive director

Black Nativity 2019; Photo: Laura Durant

BLACK THEATRE TROUPE www.blacktheatretroupe.org; 602.258.8129

In 1970 the Black Theatre Troupe was born as a result of the same energy that is sweeping across the nation today. We have always been here to give voice to the Black experience.

And we will continue to do so.”

ARIZONA MUSICFEST

Musicfest looks forward to safely reuniting our community as we celebrate our resilience and strengthen our resolve to bring the joy of music to all. Something which we believe is now more vital than ever before.”

BALLET ARIZONA

—David Hemphill, executive director

The Black Theatre Troupe’s 2020–21 season, Telling Our Stories, will mark the 50th year the company has celebrated and illuminated the Black experience. The season will include Sistas: The Musical, Sunset Baby, Black Nativity, A Soldier’s Play and Ain’t Misbehavin’.

Company, The Band’s Visit North American Tour. Photo: Matthew Murphy

ARIZONA OPERA

ASU GAMMAGE

www.azopera.org; 602.266.7464

www.asugammage.com; 480.965.3434

Arizona Opera is replacing its planned in-theater productions for the 2020–21 season with alternative programs that can be more safely enjoyed by a larger audience. The reimagined season will offer live, outdoor, socially distanced performances, combined with a collection of digital offerings. Programming kicks off Oct. 2 with its Studio Spotlight Series. On the horizon, the film adaptation of The Copper Queen, set in 1910 Bisbee, is Arizona Opera’s second world premiere commission and its first foray into sharing the art form more broadly through a streamed, motion picture format.

ASU Gammage will present digital performance programming in September and October in preparation for a return to live, in-person theater in 2021.

Feb. 9–14: My Fair Lady March 16–21: Tootsie April 8–25: Disney’s Frozen May 21–23: Jersey Boys June 8–13: To Kill a Mockingbird July 20–25: The Band’s Visit Aug. 31 – Sept. 5: Mean Girls

CHILDSPLAY www.childsplayaz.org; 480.921.5700 Childsplay is currently offering classes for ages 4–15 with professional theater artists crafting engaging, participatory and dynamic online drama instruction. The organization also creates fun family activities and creative projects to try online every week. También en español.

DESERT FOOTHILLS THEATER www.dftheater.org; 480.488.1981 DFT will kick off the season at the Holland Community Center with its production of Disney’s The Lion King, Jr., Sept. 18–27. Keep an eye on the website for exciting fall season announcements.

PHOENIX CHORALE

www.donbluthfrontrowtheatre.com; 480.314.0841

www.phoenixchorale.org; 602.253.2224

Jan. 14 – Feb. 27: Drinking Habits

The Chorale’s April 2020 concert, Birth & Rebirth, was postponed March 18. Now, the concert is expected to open the 2020–21 season, Oct. 16–18. Keep an eye on the website for additional season announcements.

March 11 – April 24: Sleuth May 13 – June 26: The Curious Savage Sept./Oct.: Camelot Nov./Dec.: It’s A Wonderful Life

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PHOENIX SYMPHONY

Sept. 16 – Oct. 4: Becoming Dr. Ruth Sept. 30 – Nov. 29: My Way

As stewards of this historic and beloved institution, our mission and responsibility centers on preserving our future and reuniting in Symphony Hall to celebrate our 75th Anniversary in the fall of 2021.”

—Suzanne Wilson, president and CEO

Sept. 17–20: Disney’s Alice in Wonderland, Jr. Nov. 12–15: Junie B. Jones, Jr.

Enjoy a livestreamed and in-person concert, “A Musical Kaleidoscope,” featuring musical talent in small ensembles and solo performances, Nov. 8. Also, kicking off in September, weekly online choral and instrumental instruction will be available.

RISING YOUTH THEATRE www.risingyouththeatre.org The theater assures audiences that “Creativity is not canceled!” Visit their website to check out the “virtual learning space” for K–12 learners. Click “Resources.”

SCORPIUS DANCE THEATRE www.scorpiusdance.com; 602.254.2151 Celebrating 20 years in the Valley, Scorpius Dance Theatre combines the motifs of humor, drama and both organic and technical movement to form a very distinct brand of dance theater and aerial arts.

Dec. 3–6: Our Town March 25–28: Disney’s Aladdin Kids April 8–18: Godspell April 29 – May 8: 13 June 17–19: School House Rock Live, Jr.

NORTH VALLEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA www.northvalleysymphony.org; 623.980.4628 NVSO is considering a variety of creative options for the fall season. The organization says it looks forward to sharing that information soon, but, in the meantime, hopes to engage with audiences through its social media platforms.

SCOTTSDALE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

Nov. 4 – Dec. 13: Murder for Two Dec. 9–27: Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play Jan. 8–24: Festival of New American Theatre Jan. 13 – Feb. 21: Something Rotten!

Feb. 17 – March 7: Lunch at Audrey’s March 17 – May 2: Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella March 31 – May 23: The Color Purple May 26 – July 3: On Your Feet!

June 16 – Aug. 15: The Rocky Horror Show July 28 – Sept. 5: In the Heights

THEATRE ARTISTS STUDIO www.thestudiophx.org; 602.765.0120 Current offerings include “EarPlays,” re-imagined vintage radio productions in a variety of genres recorded on stage at Theatre Artists Studio and featuring its artistic members. Coming soon: original “radio plays” from the Studio playwrights, presented via podcast.

VALLEY YOUTH THEATRE www.vyt.com; 602.253.8188 Dec. 4–23: A Winnie-the-Pooh Christmas Tail Feb. 5–21: Sleeping Beauty April 2–18: Junie B. Jones — The Musical June 11–27: Peter Pan NOTE: All performance dates, current at publication time, are subject to change. For updated information on shows and ticketing, visit the organization’s website.

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www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org; 623.336.6001

www.phoenixtheatre.com; 602.254.2151

In mid-August, the Symphony announced the cancellation of its 2020–21 season.

www.pmaz.org; 623.326.5172

MUSICAL THEATRE OF ANTHEM

THE PHOENIX THEATRE COMPANY

www.phoenixsymphony.org; 602.495.1999

PROMUSICA ARIZONA CHORALE AND ORCHESTRA

The MIM, which reopened to the public in August with new safety precautions in place, will mark the return of concerts Sept. 23 with Dustbowl Revival (tickets are not yet on sale; check the website for confirmed shows). September is also Educator Appreciation Month at MIM. Prekindergarten through 12th-grade educators, school and district administrators, principals, registered student teachers and homeschool educators will receive free general museum admission.

Southwest Shakespeare Company’s 27th season kickoff dates have not been announced yet, but the company has an excellent line-up of both contemporary and timeless classics coming to audiences soon: The Tempest Much Ado About Nothing

Herberger Theater Center is home to six resident companies — Arizona Broadway Theatre, Arizona Opera, Arizona Theatre Company, Center Dance Ensemble, Childsplay Theatre and iTheatre Collaborative — and hosts other local and touring companies, arts education and outreach programs and its Art Gallery. Herberger hopes to once again celebrate the arts in the community this fall at its Festival of the Arts. This year, a hybrid festival, re-imagined with live performances on an outdoor stage, virtual performances, artist demonstrations, vendor market and more.

www.mim.org; 480.478.6000

www.swshakespeare.org; 480.435.6868

Hudson: Or A Comedy About the Tragedy of History

www.herbergertheater.org; 602.252.8497

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www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org; 480.499.8587 The Center has curated an exciting 2020–21 season — it will be a season of reconnecting, of meeting friends for a performance and connecting to celebrated artists, local creatives, fan favorites and new discoveries. Noteworthy performances are Marc Cohn, Broadway stars in The Seth Rudetsky Concert Series, Mavis Staples, Gil Shaham, KODO, René Marie Quintet and Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles, to name a few.

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Our typical school years start with new school supplies and school clothes, an excitement for students to reconnect with their schoolmates, the opportunity to meet new friends and the anticipation of being in new classrooms with their new teachers.

Of course, this year that is DR. DEBBI BURDICK not the case. Education in Superintendent 2020 looks very little like Cave Creek Unified School District it ever has before and the dilemma of how to meet all the needs of our students, from preschoolers to high schoolers, is the focus. The school supplies are staying home wherever the students do their online work, at least for the start of the year. Reconnecting with classmates most likely will happen virtually, as well as meeting new teachers and participation in clubs. Open Houses and Curriculum nights will be online. Teachers may be teaching from their empty classrooms or from their homes with the challenge of how to bring a group of students together as a functioning classroom team while they only see each other on a screen.

The purpose of school is not only to teach the required curriculum and academics, but ultimately to also to prepare our students to be good citizens. Schools do that by multiple valuable experiences within classroom groups — with sharing, teamwork and social interactions provided at lunchtime and recess for our youngest students, and lunchtime, clubs and athletics for our older students. This is a critical piece of school interactions, but educators are masters at doing what is best for their students and they will creatively and skillfully bring their online classrooms together as functioning and supportive teams.

Our schools know that the social-emotional well-being of our students is critical. Sadly, we have heard from so many parents that their children miss school so much that they are depressed, withdrawn and frightened as the pandemic continues. Our public schools have effective resources and supports for these students — parents should not delay and call their local schools to speak to a counselor or social worker for support for their children. Schools also know of community resources for the family as a whole. Use your local schools as a resource during these difficult times as a bridge to when we are all able to finally physically return to school safely, and life goes back to “normal.”

To contact Dr. Burdick, call 480.575.2000. For details on the Cave Creek Unified School District, visit www.ccusd93.org.

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Youth Theater Takes Its Act Online Act One Youth Theater is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit on a mission to provide children the opportunity to participate and experience performing arts, at a nominal expense to them or their families.

The volunteer operated children’s theater has been in existence for six-and-a-half years, according to Lauri Hunter, theater director.

This past season, the theater moved into a larger performance space, Phoenix Center for Performing Arts.

“Our new mission statement for 2020 had to be modified by implementing a $100 participate fee to help offset the cost of renting the venue,” said Hunter. “But we do not turn anyone away if they can’t afford this fee. Costumes are provided at no charge and we won’t require our actors and their families to sell tickets.”

She adds that the group performs two musicals and one play each season, and one production every year is based on an award-winning book.

For example, in the past they have presented “Bridge to Terabithia,” “Phantom Tollbooth” and “Pippi Longstocking.”

Like many performing arts organizations right now, Act One has had to postpone shows and rehearsals, until last month. They decided to move forward with the next season in an online format. Rehearsals will be held virtually via Zoom and performances will be recorded by each actor and compiled into a streaming format to be presented online.

Hunter says that the community can help them weather the downturn in three ways: 1. “Community members can support us by making a tax-free donation as we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit children’s theater.

2. “They can shop online via the Amazon Smile program: https://smile.amazon.com/ ch/46-4465373.

3. “They can help spread the word to their friends and family about our organization so we can continue to grow.”

Act One’s virtual productions will be streamed online at no charge but donations will be accepted.

For additional information, call 4807891918 or visit www.actoneyouththeater.org.

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Music Together in Phoenix he mission at Music Together is to empower families with the skills, knowledge and experiences they need to foster their children’s innate musicality.

“All children are born musical,” said Kathy Rowe, center director, “but the ability to sing tunefully and move with accurate rhythm needs to be nurtured to be realized. By providing high quality, developmentally appropriate, fun and engaging group family music experiences, we help children discover their inborn music making skills. Music learning supports all learning; so families enjoy the secondary benefits of supporting language, cognitive, physical, social & emotional development…while having fun and bonding together as a family.”

Music Together has been running early childhood music and movement classes in the Valley since 1999; its store front, Kids.Play.Music. at 3241 E. Shea Blvd., Phoenix, opened in the fall of 2003. Music Together helps children of all ages — from babies to eight years old — discover their inner music-maker by playing with the grownups they love. In a relaxed, family-style environment, teachers lead weekly inspired and energetic classes: singing and dancing to songs ranging from tender lullabies to boisterous jams.

“The no-pressure approach of our mixed-age class lets all little ones learn in their own way,” said Rowe. “Our classes make learning both fun and formative! Playing music with children is so much fun, it’s easy to overlook how much they’re learning. Music Together immerses children in a rich music environment that, in turn supports their overall development!”

She added that their music is also a bit unique, offering diverse songs for all ages (even the grownups), families enjoy a different song collection each season, with professional arrangements of engaging songs in a wide variety of tonalities, meters, and cultural styles. “No annoying nursery rhymes here. Just really great music that the whole family can enjoy jamming to — together!”

The company is currently offering online ZOOM classes and recorded classes (as well as take home songbooks, guides, and a handy app to play the music), so families can continue the music-making at home or on the road.

Families that are interested may schedule a free visit to experience the joy of making music with their children. To RSVP, visit www.musictogetherinphx.com. For information, call 602.363.8202.

6 Residents, 100 Years of History, Untold Tales: DESTINATIONS 3 Things You May Not Know About Tortilla Flat ortilla Flat is one Arizona’s most historic sites, boasting a 104-year-history, with the small Western town first serving as a stop along the Apache Trail in the 1900s.

Over the years, it’s welcomed famous guests like President Teddy Roosevelt and Barbara Streisand and has been inspiration for books and movies.

Today, families can enjoy the history of Tortilla Flat by visiting the town’s schoolhouse-turned-museum or seeing the relics on the walls of the famed saloon. The town’s new owner, Katie Ellering, is also taking steps to preserve the town’s history and continue its legacy for another 100 years. She shared these three things that visitors may not know about the town.

1. Est. 1904

Bonus fact: The Tonto National Forest covers over 2.9 million acres and there are several recreation sites on and around Canyon Lake, just two miles from Tortilla Flat, that can be enjoyed on your day trip to Tortilla Flat.

2. It’s a really small town!

Boasting a population of six, Tortilla Flat offers many unique experiences.

The Superstition Saloon and Restaurant has the best killer chili with a recipe that dates back to the 1940s. The Country Store sells more prickly pear gelato than anywhere else in the world and the mercantile offers unique treasures from local artists, handmade pottery, jewelry and toys for all ages!

3. Colorful tales and hidden histories abound.

The town was originally built on the opposite side of the road but was washed away in a flood. Still to this day the creek holds secrets and some of the original foundation from the old days. Tortilla Flat also had a zoo, complete with a bear and many other animals back in the 1920s. A U.S. Post Office was established in the late 1920s,

Ellering says that the property is so unique and full of history that she and her partners knew it would be an amazing opportunity.

“We get to meet people visiting from all over the world and also build relationships with locals who enjoy all this area has to offer. Some of the various activities in the area include hiking, camping, swimming, fishing, boating, ATV/UTV off-roading and enjoying some of the most beautiful scenic views in all of Arizona.”

Looking ahead, Ellering added, “As caretakers of the property our goal is to keep the authentic feel of the Wild West and make minor upgrades throughout the town so it will still be here for the next 100 years. We did some major kitchen upgrades and are very proud of our new, fresh menu. We’ve also made several other internal changes that help improve efficiency and our guest experience. Tortilla Flat is a genuine, wild west, historic town and our goal is to keep that feeling so that people who visit get that authentic experience.”

For more information on Tortilla Flat, visit www.tortillaflataz.com or find them on Facebook.

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Tortilla Flat was built as a settlement for the workers who handbuilt the Roosevelt Dam. The town was never large enough to be officially recognized by the state, which is why we have such a hard time finding original town records. Most of what we know about Tortilla Flat has been passed from generation to generation by those who lived here or around the area. We learn new things about the town’s history every day and there’s still more we don’t know. About 20 years ago, a man came to town and started telling stories about how he grew up in Tortilla Flat — he even hand drew a map (on a napkin) of what it looked like when he was a resident.

That drawing is now hanging in our museum, which is an exact replica of the Tortilla Flat schoolhouse that once taught the children in town.

confirmed by historians and the U.S. Forest Service, and you can still ship your packages and postcards through the current day post office located in the mercantile.

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KITCHEN INSIDER DESTINATIONS EDITION

Elote Cafe, Sedona

BY KATHRYN M. MILLER

Serving the Community Since 2002

he award-winning Elote Cafe opened its new Sedona location in late July. Tucked off of Hwy. 89, the 4,800-square-foot location underwent a $2.5 million renovation to achieve the authentic Elote Cafe look and feel and is just over a mile away from the original Elote Cafe location. The new Elote Cafe opened with limited dine-in and patio seating via reservation only to start and take out, before expanding to its 130-seat capacity when it is safe to do so. The opening is just another 2020 milestone for chef/owner Jeff Smedstad, which has included being a finalist for the James Beard Award Best Chef Southwest and releasing Volume 2 of his Elote Cafe Cookbook (available now at www.elotecafe.com/cookbook).

Elote Cafe is located at 350 Jordan Road in Sedona. For reservations or additional information, call 928.203.0105 or visit www.elotecafe.com.

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We caught up with the chef to learn a little about him and the inspiration behind his cooking and his restaurant.

He was also gracious enough to share his Elote recipe with us!

Please, briefly introduce yourself.

I am Jeff Smedstad, a chef, author, husband and motorcycle fanatic.

How did you get into the restaurant business/where were you trained?

I have worked in kitchens since I was 15 and started cooking while in the Coast Guard. I used my GI Bill to go to Scottsdale Culinary Institute and later trained in Oaxaca, Mexico at Seasons of My Heart Cooking School.

From where do you draw your culinary inspiration?

I draw my inspiration from the Southwest United States, as well as the entire country of Mexico.

How would you describe the flavor profile of your restaurant?

My flavor profile is bold yet nuanced as I try to coax the maximum flavor from all ingredients in a dish.

What is your favorite dish at your restaurant and why?

My favorite dish is our Lamb Adobo as I have been making it for 25 years and still love it.

What are some of the interesting industry trends that you are seeing?

I am seeing a strong movement to local and sustainable.

What is your go-to dish to cook at home? Or do you let someone else take over the kitchen?

I love to make enchiladas for my wife on the weekend, low fuss, high flavor!

Do you focus on sourcing local ingredients? If so, what is your philosophy behind that focus?

I use some local and foraged items such as blackberries and mushrooms foraged from Oak Creek Canyon. It gives my food a sense of place here in Sedona.

What are the elements that make for a memorable meal?

Elements for a great meal are when you look at a dish and layer flavors and textures to create a bigger sum. You balance texture with acid and richness and a dish becomes a star. |CST

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Prescription for Nature: A Natural Path to Better Health The Prescription for Nature “trail head” sign at Carefree Desert Gardens.

Ash Adams, owner of Just Breathe Pilates, demonstrates a Pilates movement at the Jewel of the Creek preserve.

for Nature trails located in the center of Carefree at the Carefree Desert Gardens. Just look for the new “trail head” sign, compliments of the Town of Carefree, and get started on a path to better health.

To learn more about the program and trails, visit www.dflt.org/rxfornature.

Healthcare professionals that would like to participate in the program can contact the Land Trust directly at info@dflt.org or by calling their office at 480.488.6131.

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here is a new program to help the community find their own path to better health by connecting with nature through outdoor activity.

Born from an understanding that spending time outdoors is critical to overall physical and mental wellbeing, Desert Foothills Land Trust, with the support of local healthcare professionals, and the towns of Carefree and Cave Creek, created the Prescription for Nature program.

Cynthia Driskell, a founding champion of the program and owner of Carefree Physical Therapy endorses the program in her practice because she believes “we need to connect with our outdoor spaces for our physical and mental health, and make the effort to be out in nature to enhance our personal life and life within our community.”

Other local healthcare providers, and believers in the benefits of nature to the overall well-being of the community, have also joined as founding champions including Just Breathe Pilates, Sterling Structural Therapy and Dr. Fabio of Integrative Healing & Wellness.

The program is designed to promote the health benefits of connecting to nature through outdoor activity in a safe environment that’s suitable to each individual’s physical abilities and healthcare goals. With that in mind, the first in the series of trails included in the program are those at a level of comfort suitable for most. As the program grows, more local trails will be added at varying levels of difficulty and rated accordingly — from barrier free (easiest) to physically challenging (extremely difficult) everyone can find a path to suit their needs.

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