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Shop Local movement gets personal

By Kathryn M. Miller

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Empowering Consumers – Strengthening Communities

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Keep your money where your home is by shopping local. The idea is not new, and while it is gaining momentum, consumers may not be aware of the incredible power that they wield. “Many people aren’t aware of the true price of their simple actions of clicking a button or answering the call of high-priced ads the national chains bombard us with every day,” says Melanie Tighe, owner of Dog-Eared Pages Used Books, an independent bookstore in North Phoenix. “One of the best reasons for us to shop local is purely selfish. The money stays in our communities, which funds our libraries, schools, street repairs, police and firefighters and so much more.” In fact, studies have shown that for every $100 spent in a locally owned business, roughly $42 remains right here in Arizona, while for the same $100 spent in a national chain store, only $13 remains here. No one is working harder to spread that message than Local First Arizona and its executive director, Kimber Lanning.

“I know the work we are doing is making a huge difference here because people are responding to our message,” says Lanning. “I would love for people to become empowered with their money so they understand that their spending directly impacts the number of jobs and the quality of life in their own community.” Shopping local is not only good for the economy, but good for consumers. “I believe one of the main things local businesses offer over chains is First Name Service,” says Tighe. “Our customers are not numbers to us and we’re not selling widgets. Not only do we know our products, we get to know our customers; their likes and dislikes, their families and friends.” According to cardiologist, author and professional chef Michael S. Fenster, M.D., buying local is also good for your health.

“There’s a direct relationship between our food, our environment, our genetics and our health, says the author of Eating Well, Living Better. “Eating locally grown foods gives us our most nutritious meals, most flavorful meals. Few choices have as many personal ramifications.” And personal ramifications are what drive Lanning. “I want to build a more resilient and prosperous economy for Arizona that includes a strong and diverse middle class,” she says. “I am personally motivated because this is my home and I love it here – my entire family is spread out all over the state. We are Arizona people.” Local First Arizona is celebrating the 12th Annual Independents Week Sunday, June 29, through Sunday, July 6. The goal is to promote shopping locally and to build awareness of Arizona’s locally owned businesses. Learn more at www.localfirstaz.org. |CST

New Spirit At Valley Landmark Just in time for summer, Wrigley Mansion is upping its game. The stylish hilltop destination has breezy new branding in place and a new lineup of live entertainment, special events, an updated menu and a variety of subtle aesthetic upgrades. Read the full story on page 22.

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The Art Of (Summer)Living

EDITOR’S PICKS

Publisher Lorrie Pomeroy Publisher Emeritus Hope H. Ozer

“Living well is an art that can be developed; a love of life and ability to take great pleasure from small offerings and assurance that the world owes you nothing and that every gift is exactly that, a gift.”

Editor-in-Chief Kathryn M. Miller Creative Director Jenifer Lee Assistant to the Publisher Darlene Keberle

– Maya Angelou

Phoenix First First Phoenix Fridays Fridays

48 48 School is out and summer vacation is in. I am enjoying the gift of family time and practicing the art of living – practice makes perfect! Enjoy your June…we will see you back here in July. Until next month…all my best,

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YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS Scottsdale... 6 North Phoenix... 17 Carefree... 25 Cave Creek... 33 Black Canyon City... 41

Fountain Hills... 42 CITYVIEWS

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Musings Of A Distractible Mind

COMMUNITY ... 44 Forever Families

YOUTH & EDUCATION ... 47

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Contributors Dr. Debbi Burdick Sara Clawson Cave Creek Mayor Vincent Francia Dr. David J. Peterson Carefree Mayor David Schwan Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton

Kathryn M. Miller, Editor-in-Chief kathryn@CITYSunTimes.com

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Honor Ball Raises $940,000 For Scottsdale Healthcare

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The 38th Honor Ball presented by Scottsdale Healthcare Foundation broke event records by raising $940,000 to support patient services and clinical research at the Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center at Scottsdale Healthcare. “Congratulations to all of The Honor Ball 2014 community volunteers for raising $940,000 in net proceeds – a record-amount in the Ball’s 38-year history,” says Laura Grafman, executive vice president of the Foundation. The Honor Ball 2014 recognized Peggy J. Reiley, RN, PhD, former Scottsdale Healthcare senior vice president and chief clinical officer who made a tremendous impact on nursing at Scottsdale Healthcare. The Honor Ball is one of the Valley’s most enduring, fun and successful black-tie events, and was held January 25 at The Phoenician Resort. More than 25,000 have attended since 1977, raising more than $12 million to support patient and community services at Scottsdale Healthcare. For more information, visit www.shc.org.

2014 Honor Ball co-chairs Margot Knight and Robynn Sussman present a check for $940,000 from event proceeds to Mark Slater, PhD, chief executive of Scottsdale Healthcare Research Institute, and Dr. Daniel Von Hoff, chief scientific officer for Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center Clinical Trials at Scottsdale Healthcare.

Scottsdale Looking To Land Google Fiber Resident input sought Scottsdale is closer to bringing the next generation of fiber optics into the community – and Scottsdale residents can help make it happen. Google wants to hear from residents to gauge interest in receiving its new, ultra-high-speed fiber optics network. Visit the company’s website to learn more about its Google Fiber product and sign up to get updates to show support for its potential expansion into Scottsdale, Phoenix and Tempe. Google recently announced Scottsdale has met the criteria for initial infrastructure studies and is advancing in the process. The firm could decide by the end of the year whether to begin installation in the Valley. According to Google, Google Fiber offers internet that is up to 100 times faster than basic broadband. Google is in discussions with 34 cities in nine metro areas around the United States to explore what it would take to bring a new fiber-optic network to the respective communities. Google Fiber is currently located in Kansas City and surrounding areas, Provo and Austin. To learn more about Google Fiber, visit https://fiber.google.com/newcities.

Ready, set, go! It is time to have some good, dirty fun at the 39th Annual Mighty Mud Mania. Chaparral Park will host the event on June 7, which includes mud obstacle courses for children and adults – age six and under, the young “mudders,” can play in the Mini Mud Obstacle Course and puddle pools for toddlers; the Original Mud Course is designated for seven to 12-year-olds; and the mighty mud challenge Extreme Course is for those age 13 to adult. The fun begins with registration at 7:30am and runs until 2pm. Chaparral Park is located at 5401 North Hayden Road in Scottsdale. For additional information, call 480.312.2771 or visit www.scottsdaleaz.gov/mightymudmania.

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Barber Shop Expands Services Known for its old barber shop charm for four years, Fabulous Cuts is expanding its offering of services to provide grooming for the whole family. While owner Boris Shakarov, along with his mother Maria, will still offer the “Best Shaves in Scottsdale,” Shakarov decided it was time to make some changes. The family-owned business is now offering hair, color and wax services by Renee Giomo from Chicago, and hair and shave services by Junior Rayis from Detroit. Fabulous Cuts is located at 20701 North Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.513.1099 or visit www.myfabulouscuts.com.

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Friends Fore Golf Scores Record Donations

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As a longtime volunteer organizer of the Lou Grubb Friends Fore Golf, Roger Maxwell declared this year’s event, May 1-2, the most successful tournament ever, having raised approximately $500,000 to benefit Barrow Neurological Institute and St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix. Maxwell, a golf professional of more than 40 years, was a friend of Grubb, a well-known and revered businessman who started the tournament in 1973 to raise money for charity. After suffering a ruptured aneurysm while golfing in 1986, Grubb underwent successful surgery at Barrow, prompting him to name the institute as beneficiary of tournament proceeds. To date, more than $5 million has been donated to Barrow on behalf of the Lou Grubb Friends Fore Golf. Approximately 450 guests attended the 2014 opening ceremony – featuring cocktails, casino-like gambling, an elegant dinner and a lively auction – at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort, May 1. The following day, 240-plus golfers headed out for a friendly, competitive round of golf at McCormick Ranch Golf Club, also in Scottsdale.

Dr. Daniel D. Von Hoff, who is chief scientific officer for Scottsdale Healthcare’s Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center Clinical Trials and physicianin-chief and distinguished professor at the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen), received the 2014 Hope Funds Award of Excellence in Medicine. Hope Funds for Cancer Research is an organization dedicated to advancing innovative research for the most difficult-to-treat cancers. Dr. Von Hoff was recognized for his work over the past decade in the clinical development of many new cancer treatments. He and his colleagues have conducted early clinical investigations of many new cancer agents, including gemcitabine, docetaxel, paclitaxel, topotecan, irinotecan, fludarabine, mitoxantrone, dexrazoxane, nab-paclitaxel, vismodegib and others. These treatments are helping many patients with breast, ovarian, prostate, colon, leukemia, advanced basil cell and pancreatic cancers. They are concentrating on the development of molecularly targeted therapies for individual patients with cancer. His other major accomplishment is the development of two specific treatments, which have improved the survival for patients with advanced pancreatic cancer. Patients seeking information about research studies may contact the Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center Clinical Trials at Scottsdale Healthcare at 480.323.1339 or clinicaltrials@shc.org. For additional information, visit www.shc.org.

The shops at Scottsdale Towne Square – located at the northwest corner of Scottsdale Road and Thunderbird Road – invite all children, ages three to 13, to enter a fun-filled and creative, outdoor sidewalk chalk contest on June 6, from 1-3pm. There is no cost to enter. There will be three age categories: three to five; six to nine; and 10 to 13. Children will be given their own space on the sidewalk in the shopping plaza and they’ll get to draw whatever beautiful design or picture they like. All the colorful sidewalk chalk will be provided by Toys & Playtime Oasis – a toy store and indoor play space for little ones located at Scottsdale Towne Square. Every child who colors will receive a free, one-hour pass to AZ Air Time indoor trampoline park ($12 value) and Toys & Playtime Oasis will also give a complimentary gift to every child. Great prizes will

also be given away. Toys & Playtime Oasis will award the winner in the three to five year age category a free birthday party ($250 value) and AZ Air Time will award the first place winners in the older age categories a free birthday party ($220 value.) All children must check-in at either Toys & Playtime Oasis, 13802 North Scottsdale Road, Suite 116, or AZ Air Time, 13802 North Scottsdale Road, Suite 145. For more information about the Sidewalk Chalk Contest, call Toys & Playtime Oasis at 480.948.4630 or visit www.azdollhouse.com.

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Von Hoff Honored For Cancer Research

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Student Honored With Civic Leadership Medallion Scottsdale Community College (SCC) student Miriam Villanueva has received the Maricopa Community Colleges Chancellor’s Civic Leadership Medallion, which recognizes student accomplishments in civic participation and leadership. She is among 19 students throughout Maricopa Community Colleges to receive the award, and one of three to be singled out for distinction for going above and beyond the application’s minimum requirements. To be considered for the award, students must document and accumulate points for eligible civic leadership activities. Now in its second year of being offered, the award recognizes the importance of civic participation and leadership as a critical feature of higher education. She and the other honorees received their award during a May 2 breakfast ceremony with the Chancellor and other District officials. Villanueva was honored for her broad involvement in both campus and community projects. She served as an officer in several student clubs, including the Latino Student Association, Arti’s Community for Service and Student Leadership Forum. She’s also a graduate of the MCCCD LeaderShape Institute and is a student worker in SCC’s Center Pictured L-R: Miriam Villanueva, Maricopa Community Colleges Chancellor for Civic & Global Participation. Rufus Glasper and Alberto Olivas, director of Center for Civic Participation. For more information, visit www.maricopa.edu.

Family Get Away In Town Valley residents who may be looking for a fun staycation can take advantage of the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa’s “Splash Into Summer” package, available through September 3. From just $169 per night, guests will receive:

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• Deluxe guest room (50 percent off second room) • Free dinner in SWB for one child with each paying adult (12 or under) • Kids play free golf, ages 15 and under, when playing with a paying adult. • Discount of 50 percent off Camp Hyatt each day for up to two children per room (ages three-12, half- or full-day programs offered daily, advance reservations required) • Free self parking Guests can splash into a 2.5 acre water extravaganza complete with 10 pools, experience the thrill of spiraling down the 30’, three-story, high-speed waterslide or take to the sandy beach. From speed slide races, big ball aqua volleyball, water basketball and dive-in movies, there’s a summer full of fun-filled family activities for all ages. Adults can get away from, it all in the “adult only” pool. There are even family and adult poolside cabanas, and H20asis, offering favorite foods alfresco and novel “can’t resist” retail. Other resort amenities include championship golf, tennis and Spa Avania (www.spaavania.com), as well as dining at SWB and Alto ristorante e bar. Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch is located at 7500 East Doubletree Ranch Road in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.444.1234 or visit www.scottsdale.hyatt.com.

Hydration Station Donations Accepted

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Scottsdale’s social service agency, Vista del Camino, will once again serve as a water hydration station this summer through September 30. Scottsdale Healthcare is partnering with the City of Scottsdale to provide the supplies, however, Scottsdale residents who would like to help support the center’s efforts may do so by donating water. The station’s purpose is to protect the vulnerable during summer by providing relief from the heat and sites where people can get free bottled water, and as available, sunscreen wipes, lip balm and hats. Vista del Camino is located at 7700 East Roosevelt Street and is open from 8am-5pm weekdays. For more information, call 480.312.2323.

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Zeyn Waheed, a student from Paradise Valley, was recently honored as one of the brightest young students in the nation at a regional awards ceremony for academically advanced children sponsored by the Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY). The Center honored Waheed, a participant in the CTY Talent Search, for his exceptional performance on a rigorous, above-grade-level test given to academically talented second-through-eighth-grade students. A global leader in gifted education since 1979, CTY is focused on recognizing academic talent in exceptional K-12 students and supporting their growth with courses, services and resources specifically designed to meet their needs. This spring, some 9,700 CTY Talent Search honorees were invited to participate in 43 CTY Awards Ceremonies across the county. Arizona’s 2014 ceremonies were held at the University of Arizona, on Sunday, May 18. For information, go to www.cty.jhu.edu.

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Scottsdale Chamber Recognizes Volunteers The Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce will honor volunteer leaders who embody the spirit of volunteerism in Scottsdale during a fun and lively awards breakfast on June 10, combined with the Chamber’s annual review. This is the 12th year that the Chamber has recognized the spirit of volunteerism Camille Hill

in Scottsdale. “The Chamber could not accomplish all the good things we do for Scottsdale’s business community without the help of our volunteers.” says Rick Kidder, president and CEO of the Scottsdale Chamber. “We simply do not have enough staff to do the job, but with the assistance of our amazing volunteers, we are able to make great things happen. We couldn’t do it without them!” For information visit www.scottsdalechamber.com or call 480.355.2700.

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The 2014 Honorees Are: • Legacy Award – Camille Hill, Merestone • Segner Award – Jane Blacker, Ventana Fine Properties • Mark F. Eberle Rising Star Award – Chris Cole, Cole Team – Realty ONE Group • Dale B. Fingersh Volunteer of the Year – Bryan Bertucci, Raymond James & Associates

New Tool Empowers Professionals In Career Transition Career Connectors, a 501(c)(3) organization, announced the launch of its new eCareer Center, an individualized, web based career management system that empowers professionals with everything they need to digitally manage and maximize their job search efforts. The comprehensive career tool is available at www.careerconnectors.org and includes a personal management system with in-depth sections including Career Management Guide, Exploring Options, Résumé Tools, Correspondence, Research, Networking, Interviewing and Salary Negotiation. The site provides other valuable career search tools including networking capabilities, organizational assistance, an

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opportunity tracker that allows candidates to send résumés, plus manage follow-ups with employers, Career Connectors offers monthly events, which are free and open to the public. The Scottsdale meetings take place the second Thursday of every month at Highlands Church, 9050 East Pinnacle Peak Road. On June 12, the program topic is “Hire me, Please – Use the Visual, Verbal and Body Language Skills to Get Your Career Back on Track,” and will run from 9am-12pm (open networking begins at 8:30am). Companies hiring at the event include Charles Schwab. For more information, call 480.239.6738 or visit www.careerconnectors.org.

Summer Reading At A Library Near You Reading over the summer helps students retain what they learned the previous year and avoid the “summer slide,” and the Scottsdale Public Library’s Summer Reading Program can help. The Library wants to make summer reading fun and rewarding for students by offering engaging activities and prizes along the way. The free Summer Reading Program kicked off May 29 and runs through July 26, and offers programs for its littlest customers on up to adults. For more information, stop by your local library or visit Scottsdale Public Library online at www.scottsdalelibrary.org/summerreading.

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Scottsdale Teen Earns Top Award For Writing Haley Lee of Scottsdale, a 16 year-old attending BASIS Scottsdale, was named a national Portfolio Gold Medalist in the 2014 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards – the nation’s longest running and most prestigious recognition and scholarship program for creative teens. After multiple rounds of judging – first on the regional level and finally by a panel of expert jurors – Lee’s original writing was rewarded with a $10,000 cash scholarship. This year, the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, the nonprofit that administers the Scholastic Awards, received over 255,000 submissions from students across the country in grades seven to 12. Lee is one of 16 students to receive a Portfolio Gold Medal, which is the competition’s highest honor, available to graduating seniors who show originality, impressive technical skill and unique voice. Each of these students will be recognized onstage at an awards ceremony at New York City’s Carnegie Hall in June. Her writing will then be published and featured as part of a special two-week exhibit at Parsons The New School For Design and The Pratt Manhattan Gallery also in New York City. For information on the competition, visit www.artandwriting.org. For information on BASIS Scottsdale, located at 11440 North 136th Street, call 480.451.7500 or visit www.basisscottsdale.org.

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Urban Wildlife Awareness Class

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The Town of Paradise Valley will offer a class to help area residents learn how to live with urban wildlife. Arizona Game and Fish will be present to educate residents on the do’s and don’ts of living with wildlife, especially coyotes, Monday, June 23, from 6-7pm. The class is free and will be held at the Town Hall Community Room, 6401 East Lincoln Drive. For more information, call 480.348.3597 or visit www.ci.paradise-valley.az.us.

As ground-breaking draws near, the founders of the much anticipated OdySea Aquarium are inviting patrons to join with them to create a legacy in Arizona. Beginning now, a limited number of lifetime memberships will be available. The lifetime membership affords individuals and families a chance to be part of creating a new, iconic, Arizona attraction for generations to come. Founders Lifetime Members will receive added benefits and value that will not be offered after the facility is open, and will include special benefits such as a VIP entry line, behind the scenes tours and invitations to special events throughout the year. Pricing begins at $995 for a family of four. Annual Memberships and Corporate Memberships will also be available.

For information, visit the new OdySea Aquarium Visitor Center that opened to the public beginning Saturday, May 24, for the Memorial Day weekend, at 9500 East Via de Ventura in Scottsdale, adjacent to Butterfly Wonderland. For additional information, call 480.313.8837 or visit www.odyseaaquarium.com.

This summer, head over to McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park for free concerts every Sunday from 7:30-9pm through July 6. Attendees can bring a blanket or chair and enjoy a variety of favorite local bands. For the little ones and the young at heart, train and carousel rides are available during concerts. Tickets are $2 each with children younger than three riding free with a paying adult. McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park is located at 7301 East Indian Bend Road in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.312.2312 or visit www. scottsdaleaz.gov/parks/railroadpark.

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Sunday Evening Concert Series

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Marine Attraction Offers Memberships

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Director Of Nursing Honored Jennifer Mancebo, director of nursing at Life Care Center of Scottsdale, was named Director of Nursing of the Year for Life Care Centers of America’s Southwest Division Monday, May 19. The award was given during Life Care’s annual Directors of Nursing Meeting held at the company’s headquarters. It is given to the director of nursing in each of Life Care’s seven divisions who best demonstrates outstanding qualities in several areas, including customer service ratings, staff development and successful state surveys. For more information, visit www.lcca.com.

El Chorro’s Summertime Specials When the Arizona heat hits, residents can retreat to one of the Valley’s many resorts for relaxation and recreation, and El Chorro offers a number of ways to indulge this month.

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Summer Session: Cocktail Classes

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El Chorro’s popular summer cocktail classes return this month. Join in one Wednesday a month from June to September for lessons in libations in the famed Classroom Bar. Participants will receive personal instruction on expertly crafting cocktails from Beverage Manager Alec van Dobben and will enjoy a bar-side meal paired by Executive Chef Charles Kassels. Classes will include detailed demonstration on basic bar techniques, an overview of the evenings featured liquor and tips on flavor combinations and tasting of the evenings featured liquors and cocktail creations. Upcoming classes include: • Tequila – June 18, 6-7:30pm. Chips and salsa, green chili pork stew and cotija flour tortillas; cost is $65 plus tax.

• American Whiskey – July 16, 6-7:30pm. Braised short ribs, green chili risotto, Kentucky blue lake green beans and baby carrots; cost is $65 plus tax. • Rum – August 13, 6-7:30pm. Jamaican jerk snapper, with white rice and black beans, crispy plantains and papaya relish; cost is $55 plus tax. • Irish Whiskey – September 18, 6-7:30pm. Grilled sausage trio over mashed potatoes, buttered onions and gravy; cost is $70 plus tax.

Happy Hour The new summer happy hour kicked off last month with $3 food and drink specials. Join the fun Tuesday through Saturday from 5-6:30pm.

Father’s Day Father’s Day is June 15 and guests can treat Dad with beautiful views of Camelback and Mummy mountains while enjoying Chef Kassels’ Father’s Day Menu. The cost is $39. Reservations are required. El Chorro is located at 5550 East Lincoln Drive in Paradise Valley. For more information, call 480.948.5170 or visit www.elchorro.com.

MAYOR STANTON WRITES... By Mayor Greg Stanton

The newly opened 7th Street Hot Spot Café & Market

Tribute To Local Schools At Ribbon Cutting Event In May, Vaseo Apartment Homes held a ribbon cutting for its 7th Street Hot Spot Café & Market. In addition to welcoming the residents to the new Café & Market, the ceremony paid tribute to the ongoing commitment and dedication to local schools that serve many children of the Vaseo community by providing a $1,500 scholarship to a North Canyon High School student that was present at the opening and two $1,000 donations to Mountain Sky Junior High School and Lookout Mountain Elementary School. Vaseo Apartment Homes is located at 16220 North 7th Street in Phoenix. For more information, call 888.403.7743 or visit www.vaseoapartments.com.

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One of the most important things we do on the Phoenix City Council each year is pass a balanced budget that reflects our values, and invests in the services that make our city great. The budget has been in the news a lot lately because the city manager’s initial budget was unacceptable to me and many of you. It proposed to close several community centers and pools that MAYOR are valuable resources for our children and seniors, City of Phoenix failed to support arts and culture initiatives, gutted 602.262.7111 the Phoenix anti-drowning efforts and even deeply www.phoenix.gov cut support for our first responders. In our community, we have a common-sense tradition of hearing directly from our residents throughout the budget process, and the City held nearly two dozen public budget hearings to listen to the comments and concerns of more than 1,500 residents. And I heard from many more through e-mails, phone calls, social media and friendly conversations at the local grocery store. I got the message loud and clear: residents value the city services that provide us with a great quality of life. It won’t be easy to both keep these services and our commitment to sunset the Food Tax. But City employees are helping to ease the burden, and have agreed to make compensation concessions to keep us moving in the right direction. As a result, Phoenix will be able to hire new police officers this fiscal year, and accelerate our plan to hire 300 new officers in the next four years. We’ll add new firefighters too, and do a better job of giving our first responders the tools they need. This year’s budget process in particular showed us that when we listen to everyone, we can reach the right result. And that by working together, we can continue to invest in what makes our city a great place to live.

Elaine Jacobs, principal at North Canyon High School, accepts a check from Vaseo, presented by Phoenix District 3 Councilman Bill Gates.

Perry Mason (on the far left), principal at Mountain Sky Junior High School, receives a check.

Tricia Johnson (center), principal Lookout Mountain Elementary, accepts a check.

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Summer Basketball Camp Coach Dunn, head boys coach at Deer Valley High School, will offer a top-notch basketball camp for boys and girls in grades one through eight this summer. The camp will run from 9am-12pm, July 28-31. The cost is $75. The camp will be held at Highland Lakes Elementary, 19000 North 63rd Avenue in Glendale. For questions, e-mail Coach Dunn at jed.dunn@dvusd.org or call 623.693.0240.

June At Desert Ridge Marketplace North Phoenix residents can take a break from their day and relax to live music at Desert Ridge Marketplace all month long. District Stage performance times are from 7-10pm; AMC Fountain Stage performance times are from 7-9pm.

June 6 • Traveler (Eclectic World Music Band) – District Stage

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• The Everyday Players featuring Corey Golden and Henri Benard (Acoustic Duo) – AMC Fountain Area

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June 7 • Ratio (Funk, Soul, Jazz and R&B Band) – District Stage • Scott & John of Hello Swindon (Guitar and Percussion Duo) – AMC Fountain

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• Casey Lee Smith (Country Western Band) – District Stage

• 1967 (Original Alternative Band) – District Stage

• Grady Soine’ (Easy Listening Keyboard Player) – AMC Fountain Area

• David & Amy of Peppermint James (Acoustic Indie duo) – AMC Fountain Area

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• Knee Deep Experience (Funk, Soul, R&B Band) – District Stage

• Think Horses (Original Alternative and Cover Band) – District Stage

• 76th Street featuring Haley and Spencer (Keyboard and Acoustic Guitar Duo) – AMC Fountain

• West Hills Brothers (Acoustic Guitar & Percussion Duo) – AMC Fountain Area

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• Lane Change (High Energy Alternative Band) – District Stage

• Ghandi’s Garage (Current Top 40 Cover Band) – District Stage

• Michael V. (Adult Contemporary Guitarist) – AMC Fountain Area

• Hans Olson (Blues singer/ songwriter) – AMC Fountain Area

Desert Ridge Marketplace offers a wide variety of shopping, dining and entertainment options, and is located at 21001 North Tatum Boulevard in Phoenix. For information, call 480.513.7586 or visit www.shopdesertridge.com.

Paradise Valley Community College will present The Pirate Queen June 19-29 at its Center for Performing Arts. The Pirate Queen is a musical written by Claude-Michel Schonberg and Alain Boublil, best known for their adaptation of Les Miserables and Miss Saigon; with co-lyricists John Dempsey and Richard Maltby. This production will be the first time it has been presented in the U.S. since playing on Broadway. It is a musical adventure full of forbidden love, a forced marriage and the succession of a chieftain, and is based on the life and adventures of the 16th century Irish pirate Grace O’Malley, who was one of the last Irish clan leaders to resist Queen Elizabeth I and the English conquest of Ireland. Directed by Gary Zaro, the cast consists of a mixture of community actors, faculty members and students of all ages. Performances will take place Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm. For tickets, call the box office at 602.787.7738. The Center for the Performing Arts is located at 34th Street and Union Hills at the east end of the campus of Paradise Valley Community College in North Phoenix. Parking is free. For additional information, visit www.paradisevalley.edu/cpa.

Anthem Farmers Market The Anthem Farmers Market is a free event that includes vendors of organic and seasonal crops, plants, seeds, compost and worm castings. Additionally, there will be ranchers with grass fed beef, pork, lamb and goat, fresh local eggs, cheeses and butters. Producers of jams, jellies, pickles, tamales and sauces along with freshly baked artisan

breads, pastries and more will be available for purchase. The Market is held Sundays from 8am-12pm. Credit card purchases using Visa, Mastercard or Quest Card will be accepted. For more information, send an email to deervalleydana@aol.com or call 602.721.5741.

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After eight years of leading the Arizona YWCA Metropolitan Phoenix (YW) as CEO and expanding the nonprofit’s influence throughout Arizona, Dana Campbell Saylor announced her transition from the YW. “I’d like to express my deep appreciation for the friendship and support I have received from the YW board of directors, staff and the community during my tenure with the Arizona YWCA Metropolitan Phoenix” says Campbell Saylor. “I know that great things lie ahead for this fine organization. It has been a pleasure to serve” Dana’s successor, Regina Edwards, Ph.D., YW’s current director of development, comes highly recommended and unanimously voted-in as the new CEO. The transition begins July 1, the beginning of the organization’s new fiscal year, and promises to be seamless, upholding Arizona YWCA Metropolitan Phoenix’s strong mission: being dedicated to eliminating discrimination, empowering women, promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Campbell Saylor’s tenure as CEO has seen tremendous innovation and growth, with the YW adding an advocacy (501c4) component, joining a new region, men serving on the board, a name change, a new strategic plan, the start of the YW Empowerment Lecture series, Own IT Financial education program, YW Metropolitan Women’s Forum, expansion of their Meals on Wheels program and more. Campbell Saylor will continue to support the AZ YWCA Metropolitan Phoenix, remain active in the community and fulfill her current board positions. For more information, visit www.ywcaaz.org.

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June Networking Opportunities The North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce offers a number of ways for members and guests to connect with fellow business owners and community leaders this month. The AM Networking with NPCC breakfast will be held from 78:30am Tuesday, June 3, at Moon Valley Bar & Grill, 15414 North 7th Street in Phoenix. The Business Resource and Networking Luncheon will be held Tuesday, June 10, from 11am-1:30pm at Stonecreek Golf Club, 4435 East Paradise Village Parkway South in Phoenix. The Chamberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s third Thursday evening mixer will be held June 19 at a location yet to be determined. Finally, the fourth Tuesday Business Networking Luncheon will be held June 24 from 11:30am-1:30pm at North Mountain Brewing Company, 522 East Dunlap Avenue in Phoenix. Enjoy lunch and present a 20 second commercial, followed by open networking. To register for any of these events, or to see a complete listing of the Chamberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future events, visit www.northphoenixchamber.com/ events. For additional information, call 602.482.3344.

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Networking at the May 15, Third Thursday Evening Mix & Mingle at Modern Margarita on High Street. Photos by Glenn Mire, Mire Images Photography.

Making Connections North Valley business men and women will enjoy making valuable connections at NPCC events. Chamber members cover a broad cross section of industries and range from sole proprietors to major corporations. Its goal is to unite the people and spheres of influence in commerce, industry, education, philanthropy and the professions to work together for the development of the Greater North Phoenix area. The Chamber believes that by fostering business growth and prosperity, the quality of life of the entire area is improved. Contact the Chamber office at 602.482.3344 and learn how you can connect with North Valley businesses and community members.

Keep Up With NPCC On Social Media We know your work week can be hectic and keeping up on everything going on with the Chamber and in your North Valley community can be a challenge – that’s where social media comes in. Like us, join us, follow us or tweet us and at a glance, we will keep you up-to-date on all of our community events and opportunities – whether it is a business resource, networking or volunteer event. • http://facebook.com/NorthPhoenixChamber • http://facebook.com/groups/NorthPhoenixChamber • http://linkedin.com/groups/North-Phoenix-Chamber-Commerce-1762057 • http://twitter.com/NorthPhxChamber • http://youtube.com/nphoenixchamber • http://www.flickr.com/photos/122903072@N02

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Phoenix Landmark Revamps Brand – Updates Menu Just in time for summer, Wrigley Mansion is upping its game. With a breezy, redesigned logo and refreshed website, in addition to a lineup of new live entertainment, special events and a variety of subtle aesthetic upgrades, the stylish hilltop destination looks to reposition itself as the go-to experience for “everyday” indulgence. Guests of Geordie’s restaurant will discover updated menus and imaginative new cocktail offerings, while happy hour visitors will be encouraged to roam carefree, beverages in hand, and explore all of the hidden corners and nooks the property has to offer. Guests can also bookmark the end of a long week with libations and live music in the The Italian Steak Sandwich: housemade Tuscan bread, prime steak, white cheddar and roasted lounge area. peppers. Vibrant and full of history, the Wrigley has consistently ranked loyal Wrigley fans and newcomers among the top wedding and special alike – from its revamped property event venues thanks to its stunning and spirit, to its re-imagined, chefcity views, romantic architecture driven menu. and its beautiful story. But even the Wrigley Mansion is located at 2501 most revered venues can sometimes East Telawa Trail in Phoenix. For more use a reboot, and the venue’s recent information, call 602.955.4079 or visit rebranding efforts are resonating with www.wrigleymansion.com.

Music in the Garden

22 Bad Cactus Brass Band. Photo by Jeff Stemshorn

The Music in the Garden Spring Concert Series continues this month at Desert Botanical Garden. Shows include: • June 6 – Bad Cactus Brass Band (New Orleans jazz) • June 13 – The Swingtips (swing) • June 20 – Fuerza Caribe (Latin jazz/percussion) • June 27 – Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns (blues)

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The cost for all shows is $20-25 with additional dinner also available. Doors open at 6pm; concert is at 7:30pm. Desert Botanical Garden is located at 1201 North Galvin Parkway in Phoenix. For more information, call 480.481.8188 or www.dbg.org.

Mom’s Pantry, a North Phoenix food bank, celebrated its one-year anniversary last month. Opened in May 2013, Mom’s Pantry is a nonprofit organization that provides emergency supplemental food aid to in-need families and individuals throughout Phoenix, particularly those in the North Phoenix neighborhood. “We are so blessed and very excited to celebrate our first successful year,” says Joe Martinez, director at Mom’s Pantry. “We have met and tackled numerous challenges and opportunities, and are so grateful for the support of our community.”

In its first year, Martinez estimates that the pantry provided more than 72,000 meals to 23,000 people – equaling more than 125,000 pounds of food distributed, far beyond the preliminary estimates for the food bank. “We could not have fed nearly 7,000 families without the help from our generous volunteers,” continues Martinez. “The food and financial contributions and volunteered time from our local community have been key to a very good first year.” Mom’s Pantry is located at 13440 North Cave Creek Road. For more information, call 602.686.4014.

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First CREST Graduating Class Excels The first graduating class from the Center for Research in Engineering, Sustainability and Technology (CREST) at Paradise Valley High School has been offered $2.1 million in university scholarships and includes a Baird Scholar, Flinn Scholar, Dorrance Scholar and two National Merit Scholars. The Baird Foundation offers scholarships for academic excellence for students to attend the Honors College at University of Arizona. Flinn Scholarships, awarded to 20 of Arizona’s highest-achieving high school seniors, provide a comprehensive educational package to attend any Arizona public university. The Dorrance Scholarship provides support to first-generation college students and National Merit Scholars are determined by

performance on the SAT college entrance exams. CREST, which was established four years ago, includes in-depth study and internships in three areas. Those areas and the number of graduates from each are: Sustainability, seven; Biotechnology, 17; Engineering, 25. Next year, there will be three study tracks – Engineering Biotechnology and Computer Science – with sustainability incorporated into each. Already, 310 students are enrolled in CREST for the 2014-15 school year. The first CREST graduates, who were honored at a senior banquet in May, were distinguished at the PVHS graduation ceremony with purple and green honor cords. For additional information, call 602.449.7000 or visit www.pvschools. net/pvhs.

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Enjoy a fun game of golf and take advantage of the cooler evening hours with Night Golf at Palo Verde Golf Course. The event takes place June 21 at 6:30pm. The four-person scramble format play costs $25 per player and includes greens fee, glow products, prizes and goodie bag. To pre-register, call 602.249.9930 or visit www.phoenix.gov/golf.

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Summer At The Library

A Customized Furniture Experience

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By Kathryn M. Miller

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North Phoenix residents who are looking for a certain rustic quality in their furniture, or who may have a space that is just begging to be filled, but the right piece is elusive, may want to pay a visit to The Furniture Ranch. The Furniture Ranch has been manufacturing its furniture pieces locally for more than 17 years. All of the handmade pieces are from high quality solid knotty pine and rustic alder, as well as reclaimed barn wood, which offer a one-of-a-kind look that many customers want. Furniture styles range from classic Western and Mexican to Tuscan and Old World flavor, but the team of Gabe Arellano and Vinny Panaccione and will work with customers to create furniture in any desired style. Customers can create the perfect furniture piece (as well as built-in cabinets and Murphy beds) with customized colors and finishes – or get in on the process at the beginning by working with Arellano and Panaccione on a custom design. The nearly 6,000-squarefoot showroom offers a warm and inviting atmosphere and is full of finished pieces for those looking for instant design gratification. Take advantage of 50 percent off on closeout floor models and up to 15-20 percent off other items every day. The Furniture Ranch is located at 20635 North Cave Creek Road in North Phoenix (just north of the 101), and is open Monday-Saturday from 10am-5pm, and 11am-4pm on Sunday. For more information, call 602.993.5223 or visit www.thefurnitureranch.com.

The Phoenix Public Library offers a number of programs and classes throughout the summer to help little ones and adults learn and engage. Libraries in the North Phoenix area include: Acacia Library (located at 750 East Townley Avenue); Desert Broom Library (located at 29710 North Cave Creek Road); Juniper Library (located at 1825 West Union Hills Drive); Mesquite Library (located at 4525 East Paradise Village Parkway North). Summer activities and programs include Baby Time; Family Storytime; Demon Foods with Chef Larry Canepa; Mark Carter Science: Invisible Forces and Volcanos; Discovery Time; Silk Screen T-shirt Printing Workshop; Reptile Adventures; Bilingual Family Storytime; FitPHX Preschool Dance; Community Health Lecture Series; Great

Books Discussion; Science Sunday; Arizona Science Center I.D.E.A.; Challenger Space Center; Last Monday Book Club; Scrabble Club and many more. In addition to the weekly scheduled programs and events, all area libraries (in Phoenix and surrounding cities) will host a Summer Reading Program where participants can earn points and collect badges for reading, playing games, attending library events and community experiences. Earn one point for every minute added to a reading long, and once 1,000 points are earned, the participant earns a free book. For details on specific event schedules, or to find the library in your neighborhood, visit www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org. To learn more about the Summer Reading Program, visit www.summer.mcldaz.org.

Automotive Shop Receives Recognition Family-owned and operated Tobias’ Automotive Specialists, with locations in Anthem and Cave Creek, was recently awarded the American Automobile Association’s (AAA) 2014 Top Shop Award. The award is AAA’s highest honor, distinguishing reliable and exceptional auto service. “This is a valuable recognition for our entire team, including our long standing employees who have made a commitment to excellence,” says Andy Tobias. Established in 1989 and honored with The crew at Tobias’ Automotive Specialists the Top Shop Award for the past six years, the in Anthem. shops are led by Tobias and his wife, Louise. Tobias’ Automotive offers a range of comprehensive auto repairs, and complimentary services such as free local pickup and shuttles, and loaner vehicles with repairs by appointment. Tobias’ Automotive Specialists in Anthem is located at 4205 West Summit Walk Court. For additional information, call 623.551.7474 or visit www.tobiasauto.com.

Pied Piper of Hamelin Summer Workshop Production Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) announces auditions for its final show of the season, Pied Piper of Hamelin, an original musical theater production in a summer workshop format. Composed by Joe Bousard, this story follows the original poem very closely, with an ending more suited to a younger audience. This no-cut production for ages nine to14 runs June 9-20, Monday-Friday from 9am-3pm, with performances June 20-22 at MTA’s performance space in Anthem. Join director Laura O’Meara, composer and music director Bousard and choreographer Danielle Cicogna on this show, complete with costumes, lighting and live music by Bousard. Audition prep, auditions and callbacks will all be on day one of the rehearsal process. The cast list will be given on day two and rehearsals will start immediately. “Most roles in this show will require great comedic timing, therefore rehearsing the show in this manner will allow the

actors to grow tremendously in a short amount of time,” says Jackie Hammond, MTA’s producing artistic director. Auditions, rehearsals and performances will be held at MTA’s performance space at 42323 North Vision Way in Anthem. Those auditioning should bring a musical theatre song (or any song they are comfortable with), 16-32 bars or one minute in length. Bring an accompaniment with CD or iPod to sing with. Those auditioning may also sing acapella if needed. Please have your registration materials, available on the website or by sending an e-mail to musicaltheatreofanthem@ gmail.com, completed prior to coming to the audition. Performances take place at MTA June 20 at 7pm, June 21 at 3pm, 5pm and 7pm, and June 22 at 1pm and 3pm. Tickets may be purchased online at www.musicaltheatreofanthem. org. Adult tickets are $18 and students, seniors and children 12 and under are $15.

MAYOR SCHWAN WRITES... By Mayor David Schwan

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A new resident of Carefree made a suggestion a few days ago: “Sedona designates one day every year for neighborhood cleanup. Why don’t we do that in Carefree?” I responded that it was an interesting idea but Carefree is a bit different. I mentioned to the new resident that many people in Carefree clean up their neighborhoods when they see a problem. I said that many “walkers” say that they will take plastic bags MAYOR Town of Carefree with them and pick up roadside trash on their walks. We talked about 501(c)(3) organizations that sponsor 480.488.3686 www.carefree.org cleanup activities as part of their service to the community. The new resident was impressed! She mentioned that she was looking to join a volunteer group in Carefree. I told her that we had about 31 volunteer organizations in our community. Now she was REALLY impressed and mentioned that she would find a group that met her interests and signup. Let me salute the individual volunteers and the volunteer groups in our community. Carefree is a bit different – our citizens are willing give their time to make our community a better place for everyone. The next time you see your neighbors picking up trash why not stop, roll down your window and say, “Thank you!”

Cactus Shadows Seniors Receive Scholarships The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce raised $6,000 selling 50/50 Raffle Tickets in the spring. A grand prize of $3,000 was awarded to Patricia McBrien, a volunteer at the Gold Mine Thrift Shop. The additional $3,000 raised was split between Eric Limbacher and Kyle Kuo – two very deserving Cactus Shadows High School Falcons who are involved with the Career and Technical Education Program (CTE). This was the fourth year the Chamber has given out a scholarship to a very deserving senior in the CTE program.

Kiwanis Flea Market

Eric Limbacher (middle) pictured with Patty Villeneuve and Chris Kempster of the Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce. Kyle Kuo (middle)

The Kiwanis of Carefree will hold its next Flea Market Saturday, June 21, from 8am-1pm. The market will have its usual array of furniture, electronics and decorative items for every room in the home, including the workshop, exercise room, yard and patio, in addition to hardware, toys, sporting goods, costume jewelry, books and miscellaneous that the organization been collecting since its last sale in May. All electrical and mechanical items are tested before being placed on shelves. The Flea Market is held at the Dave Anderson Memorial Building, 7177 East Ed Everett Way near the southwest corner of Tom Darlington and Cave Creek Road. Look for the large Kiwanis Flea Market signs. Cash, credit cards and checks (with I.D.) will be accepted. For more information, call 480.488.8400 or visit www.kiwaniscarefree.org.

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SOUL CONNECTION

Unsuited For Sales By Allen Nohre

There were two clothing stores in my hometown of Elbow Lake and when I was in high school – I worked part-time at Carpy’s Clothing as an errand boy and salesman. One Friday evening, a mother came in with her 14-year-old son who was going to be confirmed in a few weeks at one of the local Lutheran churches. At the rite of confirmation every boy usually gets a first suit and each girl receives a fancy dress. In addition, everyone was given a watch. I can understand the tradition of new suits and dresses because the newly confirmed in the Christian faith are becoming adult members of the church. Unlike today, everyone dressed up formally to go to church in the 1950s, but the religious significance of the watch still escapes me. The woman was a widow and I knew she didn’t have very much money. She was looking at a suit and I wanted to tell her it was too expensive. As they were deciding, I slipped over to Carpy, the owner, and said something like, “I don’t think they can afford that suit.” He firmly told me that I needed to sell it to them because he didn’t want to lose the sale to Schroeder’s Department Store down the street. The widow bought the expensive suit from me and it was the first of several experiences where I learned that I didn’t have the proper disposition or drive to be a salesman. Assertiveness and extraversion are helpful traits for sales persons – characteristics I have in short supply. Fortunately I have found other jobs that were a better fit for me and, more importantly, I try not to manage or judge people who are perfectly capable of making their own decisions and taking care of themselves. Allen Nohre lives in Carefree with his wife, Kathie. Nohre is a writer at TERROS Behavioral Health, publishes the blog www.spiritandsoul connections.com and can be reached at anohre@cox.net.

Summer Music Enrichment Program Christ the Lord Lutheran Church in Carefree announces a Summer Music Enrichment Program which runs through July 7 and is open to all ages. Christ the Lord Lutheran Church will be partnering with Paradise Valley Community College and Grand Canyon University for class offerings that will be held at the church. These include private lessons in voice, strings, piano, organ and trumpet. Classes will be offered in “How to Find Your Inner Diva,” “Singing Audition and Preparation,” “Acting for Singers,” “Yoga & Fitness for Singers” and a special class, “You Thought You Couldn’t Sing Anymore!” The program director is Mary Sue Hyatt. To register, call 480.488.2081, Extension 12. Christ the Lord Lutheran Church is located at 9205 East Cave Creek Road. For more information, visit www.ctlcarefree.org.

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99th Annual Southwestern Amateur Golf Tournament The Southwestern Golf Association (SGA) will hold its 99th annual Southwestern Amateur June 4-7 on the Nicklaus Signature Cochise Course at the Desert Mountain Club in Scottsdale. As the highest-ranked amateur golf tournament in the Southwest, the championship attracts the world’s best amateur golfers who will have a rare opportunity to compete on Cochise, which has hosted The Tradition and the 2012 Charles Schwab Cup Championship of the Champions Tour. This 7,019-yard course, which Jack Nicklaus has called “one of the most picturesque golf courses in the world,” will provide the players with a true test of their skills. It has earned a place on Golf Digest’s list of “America’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses.” Desert Mountain Cochise Course is located at 10550 East Desert Hills Drive. For event details, contact the SGA at 480.595.4132 or visit www.swga.net. For more course information, visit www.desertmountain.com.

Youth Arts Program Wraps With Community Performance

Photo by Bryan Black

The C. Nicholas Johnson summer production of Brave New World will feature the art of mime and dance of Johnson and Sabrina Vasquez along with the creative Bonanza Educational staff that works with students to create LEGO animated videos. The program, which is offered by Education and Community Services of Cave Creek Unified School District, is open to all students, public, private, charter or homeschooled, grades four through 12. For more information, visit www.ccusd93.org. The two-week residency program culminates in two public, multimedia performances – on Saturday, June 14, on the main stage of the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center. Performances will take place at 3pm and 7pm on the 14th, and tickets are “pay what you wish.” Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center is located at 33606 North 60th Street in Scottsdale. For information call 480.575.2039

Summer Ballet Dance Classes Beginning ballet introduces the fundamentals of movement and dance technique while encouraging creative movement, self-expression and body awareness. Class is 45 minutes and is held on Sundays. Ballet shoes required. Leotard and tights recommended. • Ballet III (ages six-eight) 1-1:45pm • Ballet II (ages four-six) 2-2:45pm • Ballet I (ages three-four) 3-3:30pm

TRX Suspension Training TRX Suspension Training is a method of functional training that develops strength, balance, flexibility and core stability simultaneously. Suspension Training bodyweight exercise allow users to self-adjust the amount of resistance they want, making it suitable for people of all fitness levels by making small changes in foot, hand or body position; this capability empowers participants to continue with training, even when fatigue sets in. Saturdays led by ACE and TRX certified personal trainer Sharon Lynn; Tuesdays led by AFAA and TRX certified personal trainer Beth Johnstone. Each class is limited to eight participants; $20 drop-in (if space available) or monthly package. Saturdays at 9:15am-10am; Tuesday at 11:30am-12:15pm.

Boot Camp and Boot Camp Express This Boot Camp style fitness class is a high-energy program that includes intense cardiovascular and strength training drills. The certified personal trainer designs each class so you experience an intense boost to a regular workout routine. $40 per month for “Unlimited” monthly attendance; $8 drop-in or $6 “Express” drop-in per class. Monday/Wednesday at

5pm-6pm; Tuesday/Thursday (44-minute “Express” class) at 8am-8:45am; Friday at 9:30am-10:30am. To request more information, send an e-mail to dalvarez@vosymca.org or call 602.212.6288. Desert Foothills YMCA is located at 34250 North 60th Street in Scottsdale. For information, call 480.596.9622 or visit www.valleyymca.org and search for Desert Foothills.

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K.O. Conditioning Program K.O. Conditioning is a boxing conditioning program that utilizes mitts, gloves and heavy bags. Gloves and mitts are provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own. The program encompasses all over strength and conditioning partnered with cardio. Led by ACE certified personal trainer Stephanie LaPose. Each class is limited to eight participants; $20 drop-in (if space available) or monthly package. Mondays at 4:45pm-5:30pm; Wednesdays at 4:45pm-5:30pm.

Stay Active This Summer At The Y

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The Desert Foothills Family YMCA offers a number of summer classes to help keep the whole family active over the summer months.

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Fresh Summer Produce In The Gardens Located in the Carefree Desert Gardens under the famous Sundial, 101 Easy Street, visitors can discover the heart of Downtown Carefree at the Carefree Farmers Market each Friday in June. The Market runs from 9am-1pm June 6, 13, 20 and 27. Some of the items sold at the market are locally grown produce – pesticide free or organically grown – freshly baked artisan and whole grain breads. There are salsas, jams, pickles, olives, Mediterranean foods, range-fed beef, sustainably caught wild salmon and tuna and other delicious delicacies. The Market is presented by the Arizona Community Farmers Market Group. For information, call 623.848.1234.

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Missoula Children’s Theatre Casting For Robin Hood

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The delightful Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) musical theater production of Robin Hood, by Michael McGill, tours the country sharing goodhearted laughter and life lessons, plus the experience of being part of a theatrical production. The time is simply long ago and the place is the magical, mythical Sherwood Forest. Our hero Robin Hood and his Merry Band of colorful characters seek the help of the Foresters, manage to waylay the Aristocrats and set out to rescue Maid Marion and Marion’s Maid. Prince John tries to stay calm as his Sheriff, Guards and Horsemen botch Robin’s arrest thanks to the aromatic Skunks. Wacky humor and an original score add to this fresh new look at a legendary outlaw in a legendary time. All the roles in Robin Hood – Robin Hood, Maid Marion, Marion’s Maid, Prince John, Sheriff of Nottingham, Foresters, Aristocrats, Merry Band, Guards, Horsemen and the adorable Skunks – will be performed by local students. Everyone who signs up in the Education and Community Service (Cave Creek Unified School District) production of MCT’s Robin Hood will be cast. Students, grades one through 12, do not have to be enrolled in CCUSD schools. They may attend charter or private schools or be homeschooled. Missoula Children’s Theatre rolls into town with sets, props, costumes, makeup and directors. No advance preparation is required. Assistant directors (students) will also be cast to assist with the technical aspects of the production. MCT’s Robin Hood rehearsals begin August 18, and will culminate in performances on the Main Stage at the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center August 23. For more information, visit www.ccusd93.org.

At Venues

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Just in time for summer, Venues Café is now offering a new expanded happy hour. Beat the heat every day from 3pm to close and enjoy 50 percent off all drinks – beer, wine by the glass and cocktails. In addition, wine by the bottle is buy your first bottle and get the second bottle of the same wine for $10. Venues can even re-cork it and send it home. As always, the $10 bottomless glass of red or white house wine is available for the ladies at the bar. Weekends are always special with the Saturday morning Breakfast, Bloody Marys and Cars, which begins at 8am. Enjoy bottomless bubbles for $10 with any brunch order. Venues Café is located at 34 Easy Street in Carefree. For reservations, call 480.595.9909 or visit www.venuescafe.com.

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Chamber Events In Carefree Come Celebrate Merle Norman Studio Carefree’s new design studio at an open house event Thursday, June 5, from 4-6pm. Merle Norman is celebrating 83 years, and the Carefree Studio offers all skin care products, anti-aging skin care, sun screen, the latest make-up including its Summer 2014 collection and a few boutique items plus greeting cards. Light refreshments will be served at this free event and goody bags will be handed out at the door. Merle Norman Studio Carefree is located at 37417 North Tom Darlington Drive. The Chamber will hold its next POWER (Profitable Opportunities With Empowering Results) Lunch Tuesday, June 17, from 11:30am1pm at Venues Café (34 Easy Street). This hands-on lunch and learn seminar is designed to help grow your business. RSVP is required. The cost is $20 per person. For more information on these or other Chamber events, visit www.carefreecavecreek.org or call 480.488.3381.

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Time for spring cleaning. O.K. So, I’m running a tad late. Walk into my home at any given moment and it looks like nobody lives there. Neat. Clean. Orderly. Open a closet or enter my office – you’d better have disability insurance. Articles abound this time of year about decluttering, downsizing, organizing. Guess that goes along with the season. LH makes it a point to call my attention to each and every story in every newspaper. Every magazine. Every newscast. He thinks his is a gentle hint. According to a recent survey provided to me as one of LH’s “hints,” two-thirds of the people say they make a point of getting rid of unneeded stuff once a year. Who are these people? I say, if there’s no more room in the house, rent a storage facility. It further reads that if you haven’t worn it in a year, get rid of it. There is no way that I’m ever going to do that. I have stuff in my closet that I haven’t seen in decades – no less worn. And they ain’t goin’ nowhere. No way. No how. First of all, all of it still fits. Thankyouverymuch! Furthermore, suit jackets from the 80’s with shoulder pads that look like I played tackle back in the day may come back into style. We all know that everything does eventually. And I still have the humungous earrings to go with them. All keepers. I did make an avid attempt – a first pass on the closets in the guest room and my daughter’s room (she’s not lived here for 17 years) and the laundry room. Hey, we’ve been in this house for 30 years. Give me a break. I did separate stuff into three categories: Stuff for resale. Stuff for charity thrift stores. Stuff for rummage. All clearly labeled. That’s about as far as I’ve gotten. They’re STILL THERRRRE! Gotta do something about that. I haven’t even thought about the master closet. Actually, I have thought about it. That’s about as far as I’ve gotten on that one. And, then there’s still the attic. OMG the attic. What goes up has never come down. Except for the camping equipment. More about that later. Now, about that closet. I can’t fit a finger in there. Someday I may be found dead in there under a pile of clothes, plastic clothing bags from the cleaner and heaven only knows what else. The

MUSINGS OF A DISTRACTIBLE MIND / BY HOPE H. OZER shelves are stuffed as is the “tree” in the middle of the room. And yet, I wear the same five things. Probably because they’re accessible and I like them and I can easily reach them as they’re on the hook near the door. Wear ‘em....steam ‘em...wear ‘em... steam ‘em...send to cleaner. Repeat.

they hurt but I really like them), suitcases from early in our marriage that we haven’t used in decades, old towels that could be used for rags if we wanted to clean the entire state of Arizona repeatedly for ten years. There’s the cookware I have accumulated over almost 45 years of marriage that is stacked in the cabinets and hanging

Truth be told I am getting a little sick of them – but I shudder to think of the consequences/effort/stress of digging out a new five things. Perhaps I should go to Nordstrom’s. I do understand that not all clutter is created equal. One such article says there are two types of clutter: “memories” clutter and “I might need it someday” clutter. I have a third category (I’ve always been an overachiever). It’s the “I have no idea why I have this but I am too lazy to get rid of it” clutter. If you want to be nitpicky, you may consider this a sub category of “I might need it someday” clutter. Aren’t you feisty? Within the “memories” clutter is the sentimental stuff that reminds you of special times. Special people (parents and grandparents). Old boyfriends (damn, I miss the 60’s!). My youth (gone now!). Special achievements (my abundance of power lifting trophies). Times gone by (my daughter’s kindergarten drawings. Her daughter’s kindergarten drawings… and love notes.) Not getting rid of those any time soon. In the “I might need it someday” clutter is the aforementioned clothing (including shoes I never wear ‘cause

heavy on the pot rack over the stove. In the past year, including major holiday entertaining, I have used perhaps ten of them. Simply cannot part with the other 30 or 40. Food burns in some of them. (Maybe it’s the stove?) Someday I may need one of them for something. Maybe I’ll learn to cook something new. Three years ago when LH was particularly on task, we did get rid of

most of the camping equipment in the attic. Back when we wilderness camped (yes, this princess camped!), our campsite was barely a step below staying at a Holiday Inn. We had all of the creature comforts. Inflatable mattresses. Three tents including a five-man tent. A port-a-potty (lest we had to squat in the woods). A solar shower. We even had an item called “the kitchen sink” that actually had one! I still have donor’s remorse on that one. What if we decide to renovate and need to pitch a tent to live in the backyard? What if my city dwelling granddaughter wants a southwest camping experience? What if we decide to go camping again? It’s only been 15 years since the last time. It’s never too late. The “I’m too lazy to deal with it” subcategory of “I might need it someday” clutter includes, but is in no way limited to, the logo coffee cups from a myriad of conventions, meetings and souvenir favors at corporate events, enough rubber bands from the morning paper to form a chain around the Earth (do you think I could make a bracelet out of them?), dozens of sour cream, cottage cheese and “I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter” containers from years of making luchshen kugel. No telling when those may be needed. Hell, I still have the individual CD cases from the CD’s I’ve since uploaded onto an IPod and filed in a CD/DVD binder. Did I hear you say, “Hoarder”? I protest. I may be a “just-in-case packer” but I am not a hoarder. Sounds like, “I am not a crook.” (With all due respect to the Republicans amongst you.) And, more recently, “I did not have sexual relations with that woman.” (With all due respect to the Democrats amongst you.) It’s over 100 degrees in the Valley. I stay true to my distractible mind. Gonna head north for much of the summer. This can wait until fall. Bill recovered from that. I should be able to recover from this.

Hope H. Ozer is founder and Publisher Emeritus of CITYSunTimes. Her monthly columns previously written as “Publisher’s Pen” range from personal – some humorous, some poignant – to observations on life, and continue to be one of CST’s most enduring features.

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CCUSD Teachers Recognised For Excellence Cave Creek Unified School District announced its first annual Teacher of the Year Award to Natalie May, second-grade teacher at Horseshoe Trails Elementary School. May was chosen from a distinguished field of seven nominated teachers from our schools—all nominated by their principals. She received a $3,000 cash award, graciously donated by area winter residents, Dick and Barbara Gunderson, a former educator. May has been teaching for eight years and is in her seventh year at Horseshoe Trails. She teaches in the classroom next to her mother, a first-grade teacher, who she says was her inspiration to become an educator. Two additional honorees were also recipients of $1,000 each, due to the generosity of the Gundersons: Cindy Puschak, general music teacher at Desert Sun Academy and Carrie McCullough, kindergarten teacher at Lone Mountain Elementary School. The other four nominees were Sarah Carranza, Spanish Immersion teacher at Sonoran Trails Middle School; Patty Egan, physical education teacher and track coach at Cactus Shadows High School; Angie Braude, seventh and eighth grade Sci-Tech teacher at Sonoran Trails Middle School; and Laurie Van Fleet, third-grade teacher at Black Mountain Elementary School. The 2014-15 school year begins August 7. For more information on the Cave Creek Unified School District, visit www.ccusd93.org.

Celebrate Independence Day Cave Creek-Style! The Town of Cave Creek’s spectacular 3rd of July Fireworks Display takes place at sunset on Thursday, July 3, and is being hosted by Harold’s Corral, 6895 East Cave Creek Road, The Buffalo Chip Saloon, 6811 East Cave Creek Road, and Cave Creek Tap Haus, 6900 East Cave Creek Road. The festive, family-friendly celebration starts at 5pm with live music, kid’s activities, food and drink specials at all three restaurants and great seating to view the fireworks, which begin at sunset behind Harold’s. The event is also co-sponsored by Carefree Resort & Conference Center, which is offering rates for the holiday weekend starting at $89, a breakfast buffet for $11.95 and an hourly shuttle for guests. Cave Creek Merchants & Events Association is also supporting the event as a sponsor. For details about reserved seating, contact Harold’s Corral at 480.488.1906 or www.haroldscorral.com; The Buffalo Chip Saloon at 480.488.9118 or www.buffalochipsaloon.com and Cave Creek Tap Haus at 480.488.3300 or www.cavecreektaphaus.com. To learn more about Carefree Resort & Conference Center’s special rates, call 480.488-5300 or visit www.carefree-resort.com.

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An elementary estimate of palo verde trees in Cave Creek is in the tens of thousands. That this estimate is non-scientific matters little: science bows to beauty, especially this time of year. Of course, one has to have a fondness for the color yellow to appreciate the palo verde. Otherwise, you may have to close your eyes during the month of April and early May, for yellow and more yellow dominates the landscape. MAYOR Actually, the palo verde blossoming kicked into gear Town of Cave Creek two weeks earlier than normal, in the latter half of March. 480.488.1400 And the blossoms are still with us, robust and yes, yellow, www.cavecreek.org in mid-May. Perhaps this is an upside to climate change. If so, it’s welcome. To contrast with the palo verde’s yellow saturation is the subdued flowering of the ironwood trees. Its pungent mauve blossoms coincide with white buttons erupting from the crowns of ancient saguaros. For dramatic effect, throw in the clustered, muted-yellow catclaws and cotton-ball creosote blossoms and the desert is awash in an eye-candy. Enjoying this tapestry is easy: just put one foot in front of another and walk forward. There are plenty of trails and country-like roads to cruise, either by foot, horseback or bicycle. If you want to take this color canopy in at once, try the vista from the summit of Black Mountain. Cave Creek is beautiful, effusive and abundant in its natural offerings. It’s a four-act play we do not tire of seeing again and again.

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Bi-Weekly Wednesday Auctions To Be Held Cave Creek Auctions, LLC will hold affordable, fun auction nights every other Wednesday from 6-10pm, with summer auctions scheduled through early July on June 4, June 11, June 25 and July 9. John Bettencourt, founder, says the Wednesday night auctions will feature estate, art, jewelry, home furnishings, antiques, guns, collectibles, furniture and eclectic items. On June 4, the auction house will offer no reserve home décor and jewelry items for liquidation. A one-of-a-kind “High End Treasure Hunt Auction” on June 25 will feature: • Fine art by such well-known artists as RC Gorman, Salvador Dali and a 1920s rare painting attributed to renowned artist Edward Hopper • Classic and collector cars including a 1948 Packard owned by the director of Gangster Squad and seen in a Hollywood movie • Rare earth gems • A 1910 washing machine and a covered wagon • Antique Presidential signed documents • A World War II surgery kit

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• Gold, silver and diamond jewelry, bronzes and estate and eclectic items

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The auction house is accepting consignments for its bi-weekly Wednesday auctions. Online simulcast bidding is available online. Free evaluations are offered to all consignors. Cave Creek Auctions is located at 6061 East Cave Creek Road. For more information, visit www.cavecreekauction.com or call 480.525.1136

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award-winning, newly remodeled Cartwright’s Sonoran Ranch House Ranch Room. Three courses of signature modern ranch cuisine are specially prepared from scratch by top-ranking chef Montez Crane and talented pastry chef Amanda Crick to correspond with the theme of each evening. Delectable dining and desserts are followed by notable and notorious speakers, who will weave their words, sing songs and spin yarns about days of old in Arizona’s Sonoran foothills. The cost is $55 per person and includes the storytelling, live music and three-course meal. Cartwright’s Sonoran Ranch House is located at 6710 East Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek. For additional information or to make reservations, call 480.488.8031.

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Whether you’re an Arizona native or just passing through, you won’t want to miss the fourth annual series of Cartwright’s Sonoran Ranch House History Dinners presented by Sanderson Lincoln. There are no better story spinners than Arizona’s own Marshall Trimble, Bob “Boze” Bell, Wyatt Earp, Dolan Ellis and Lance Polingyouma, and there is no better place to fill your belly while getting an earful than at Cartwright’s. Cave Creek’s own local celebrity, Bell returns June 11 to share “Related to Outlaws: The Crazy Stories my Family Told Me.” Ellis, Arizona’s Official State Balladeer, presents “Arizona: Tall Tales, Lost Trails and Heroes” June 25 with pre-entertainment by Skip Reichert. The history dinners begin at 5pm with no-host cocktails in the

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Summer Camp At DFT Desert Foothills Theatre offers a number of summer camp opportunities for children. A full-day camp – Ye Haw: The Wildest Musical in the West – runs June 16-27, 9am-3pm, Monday through Friday. The camp is for children age eight to 14 and includes singing, dancing, acting, set building, costuming and make up. Tuition is $425 and includes a T-shirt and four tickets to the June 26 performance. Register through Education and Community Service by calling 480.575.2440 Two one-week Musical Revue Camp opportunities are available. In the one-week camps, young artists learn songs from the featured musical. They sing, dance and offer up a “Glee”-type fun musical performance at the end of the week. Week one (July 7-11) focuses on music from Shrek the Musical, and week two (July 21-25) focuses on music from favorite Disney musicals. Camps are for ages eight to 14 and run 9am-3pm Monday through Friday at Episcopal Church of the Nativity (Williams and MIller Roads). Performances will be on the final day of each camp at 3pm. For information, call 480.488.1981 or visit www.dftheater.org.

American Legion Celebrates Flag Day By Pamela Williams

On Flag Day, Saturday, June 14, we commemorate the adoption of the American flag. For more than 200 years, “Old Glory” has served as a symbol of our nation’s freedom and as a source of pride for our citizens. American Legion Post 34 in Cave Creek will honor the nation’s flag by offering its annual Unserviceable Flags Ceremony on Saturday, June 14, at 6pm on the Legion patio. The Ceremony for Disposal of Unserviceable Flags is outlined in Resolution N. 440, passed by the 119th National Convention of The American Legion in New York , September 20-23, 1937. The public is invited to join Post 34 for the ceremony and also to bring any tattered, unserviceable American flags for disposal. A container for the disposal of flags is located in the parking lot of Post 34. Whether you are a veteran, the loved one of a service member or a patriotic volunteer, there are many ways to honor the men and women who currently serve and those who have served. Join American Legion Post 34 members and the Cub Scouts for Flag Day. Post 34 is located at 6272 East Cave Creek Road (across from Frontier Town) in Cave Creek. For more information, call 480.488.2669.

Breakfast Networking Opportunity The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce offers an early morning networking event and a very informative guest speaker Thursday, June 26, at Harold’s Corral, 6895 East Cave Creek Road. Enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast to start your day off right. The event runs from 8-9:30am and costs $6 for members and $10 for non-members. Call 480.488.3381 or visit www.carefreecavecreek.org for more information.

Desert Foothills Library has residents covered this summer with free events for just about every interest. In addition to Monday Movies at the Library, Guided Meditation on Tuesdays, Gentle Yoga on Sundays and Thursdays and Teen Tech Help Desk every Saturday, June highlights include: June 5 – Windows 8.1 Training Get a head start on the new touchbased Windows 8.1 with new features like the Start Screen, new apps, sharing and live updates. Presented by www.techfourlife.com. Limited seating; 9:30-11:30am. June 6 – Writers’ Connection: Mining Your Life and Other Nooks & Crannies for Story Ideas Join Raleigh R. Pinskey, awardwinning speaker, author, one-woman show and monologue creator/performer, to learn how to choose the right material to turn everyday experiences into intriguing articles, memoir chapters and monologues. Limited seating; 1-3pm.

June 16 – “The Healing Pathway” – After the Loss of a Spouse or Partner A journey to find a “new normal” and assist in finding a path that will support those suffering from grief with practical tools. Hospice of the West facilitates this monthly support group. 9:30-11am.

A complete list of events and details can be found at www.dfla.org. To register for classes, call 480.488.2286. Desert Foothills Library is located at 38443 North Schoolhouse Road.

Thank You & Save The Date Now that the dust has settled and the 2014 Fiesta Days and Cave Creek Pro Rodeo are behind us, Cave Creek Pro Rodeo President Traci Casale is extending her thanks to everyone who helped make the event possible. “The 2014 Cave Creek Pro Rodeo Association would like to thank the rodeo fans, the PRCA and WPRA contestants, the Cervi Brothers Rodeo Co, 4L and Diamond S, the contract personnel, volunteers, sponsors, advertisers, vendors, golfers, Parade entries, Mutton Busters, the media partners, the Town of Cave Creek and everyone who helped to make the 2014 Cave Creek Fiesta Days Rodeo a tremendous success!” Be sure to mark your calendars for next year’s event: March 27-29. For additional information, call 480.488.4043 or visit www.cavecreekprorodeo.com.

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June 10 – Fiction Book Club Discussion of The Day the Falls Stood Still by Cathy Marie Buchanan. 10am-12pm.

June 10 – Journaling: Five Mystical Keys to Wellness To enhance a state of mind and being no matter what illness or suffering one may be experiencing, explore in a journal these keys to wellness: love, gratitude, joy, forgiveness and grace. Presented by Mary Lee Simpson. Bring a journal or notebook and pen. Limited seating; 1-3pm.

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June Adult Library Programs

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Spur Cross June Schedule This month, Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area continues its offering of special hikes led by Park Ranger Kevin Smith. The hikes range in difficulty length and provide an opportunity to explore the Sonoran Desert with an expert. Hikes include: • June 6 – Exploring Spur Cross • June 7 – Hohokam Houses – the Ruins of Spur Cross • June 12 – Moonlight Hike k • June 14 – Life along the Creek • June 20 – Rock Art of Spur Cross • June 21 – Summer Solstice Sunset Walk • June 28 – Scorpion Search • July 4 – Fruits of the Desert

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• July 5 – Fruits of the Desert

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Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area is located at 44000 North Spur Cross Road in Cave Creek. For more information, call 480.488.6601 or visit www.maricopa.gov/parks/ spur_cross.

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Fire Ban Information Maricopa County’s regional parks are currently under an annual fire ban, which went into effect late May and continues through Thursday, August 28. This includes banning the use of all campfire, fire pits and charcoal grills; however, it is still acceptable to use gas/propane grills in designated areas such as the ramada areas, semi-developed and developed camping sites. If the parks do not receive ample rain during the monsoon season, the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department may extend the fire ban to protect the parks resources and ensure visitor safety.

The community is invited to come out and mix and mingle with the men and women of the Carefree and Cave Creek business community. The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce will hold an evening mixer on June 11 from 5:30-7pm at Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center. Learn more about this great community organization and get to know Chamber members and area business owners. Everyone is welcome; refreshments will be served. Chamber members may bring an item to raffle and give a 30 second commercial about his or her business. All attendees may bring a non-perishable food item and receive a raffle ticket. Bring two items receive two tickets…the more you bring the more tickets you receive. Raffle tickets will still be sold for prizes and a 50/50 drawing. The cost of the event is $5 for members and $10 for non-members. Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center is located at 6038 East Hidden Valley Drive in Cave Creek. For more information about the event, call 480.488.3381 or visit www.carefreecavecreek.org.

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Chamber Mixer At Foothills Food Bank

Historic Toys: Fond Remembrances

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Evelyn Johnson, executive director of the Cave Creek Museum, will bring early and mid-1900s toys, and share intriguing stories of how they came to be part of the Museum’s collection to the June 26 presentation of Historic Toys: Fond Remembrances at Desert Foothills Library (38443 North Schoolhouse Road). The presentation runs from 2-3pm. There will be a short group activity – making a toy that attendees can take home. Seating is limited. To register, call 480.488.2286. The Cave Creek Museum is open October-May. Visit www.cavecreekmuseum.org to learn more.

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Adopt-A-Plot At Heritage Park

Volunteers Needed The Black Canyon City Visitor’s Center is in need of support in the form of volunteers. The Chamber of Commerce is asking member residents to consider volunteering a minimum of four hours per month to ensure that the Center remains open on a daily basis. Last year, the center brought in over 6,400 visitors into Black Canyon City, which in turn brought in revenue to area business. To volunteer, contact Marlene Stephens at the Visitor’s Center by calling 602.374.9797.

While Black Canyon Ranch RV Resort may be in its offseason, the owners and staff are constantly working on ways to improve upon the guest’s experience. The new owners, a family group, have reinvested in the park, incorporating a traditional western style with coaches and wagons decorating the grounds. Lots of trees have been planted and trimmed, which offers shaded landscape and sites. The full size pool is clean and refreshing and open year-round, and the spa is a constant 103 degrees. There are two gas grills conveniently located in the pool area for guests. The clubhouse also underwent some refreshing, with new décor and furniture, a large leather sectional couch, flat-screen TV, dining table for the whole gang, pool table and games and puzzles of all kinds for guests to use, even a popcorn machine. Recent bathroom renovations have transformed these facilities into spa quality. Outdoor fun now includes a horseshoe pit and a bean bag toss game. There are hundreds of miles of quad trails in the Black Canyon City area. Black Canyon Ranch RV Resort is located at 33900 South Old Black Canyon Highway. For more information, call 623.374.9800 or visit www.blackcanyonranchrv.com.

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The committed volunteers at Black Canyon Heritage Park have made a huge impact. From trail building to leading hikes; habitat restoration to wildlife inventories; facilitating recreational activities to special event coordination to visitor services – a volunteer opportunity is available for just about everyone. Another way to become involved is the Adopt-A-Plot Program. The program goal is to nurture the native plants and animals on a respective adopted plot to maintain a natural riparian environment. This means assuring that water is reaching the native plants, removing non-native plants and identifying and photographing plant and animal species on the plot (or at the park). Black Canyon Heritage Park is a 30-acre park located in the heart of Black Canyon City, and is designed for recreation, conservation and restoration. For details on the program, send an email to info@blackcanyonheritagepark.org. For additional information, call 623.374.5553 or visit www.bcheritagepark.org.

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Youth Theater Announces Final Season Production

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Fountain Hills Youth Theater will present the final production of its 2013-14 season June 6-22. The Little Princess: Sara Crewe is an original musical is written by Ross Collins, with original score by Miciah Dodge and lyrics by Collins and Dodge, and is based on the classic Frances Hodgson Burnett story about a young girl who is taken from her home in India and sent to a boarding school in England. The story follows her struggles to adjust to her life in a new country and maintain her dignity and humanity through all her hardships. Pictured L-R: Caitlyn Hohl, Emily Spets, Iris Lochner, Katie Male, Morgan The show is produced by Anne Tuazon and Hunter DiGrazia. Kelleher, directed by Collins. Musical direction by Jay Melberg and choreography by NoĂŤl Irick. The show features Zolton Bonnenfant, Allison Brown, Sarah Brown, Spencer Cihak, Hunter DiGrazia, Elle Feinstein, Austin Hemphill, Lachlan Henderson, Brooke Herrera, Taylor Herrera, Ana Hoffend, Kaitlyn Hohl, Iris Lochner, Makayla Lopez, Katie Male, Tia Pouttu-Clarke, Bailey Pyritz, Colter Ray, Josie Sand, Ryan Smith, Fallon Smith, Emily Spets, Allison Steward, Thomas Steward, Morgan Tuazon and Madelyn Varela. The Little Princess: Sara Crewe will play Friday and Saturday evenings at 7pm and Sundays at 2pm. Fountain Hills Theater is located at 11445 North Saguaro Boulevard. For more information, call 480.837.9661, Extension 3, or visit www.fhtaz.org.

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After a decade long hiatus, the Town of Fountain Hills will once again celebrate July 4th in Fountain Park with fireworks. This is made possible through the sponosrships of the Town of Fountain Hills and many area businesses. Fountain Hills businesses will be encouraged to fly the American flag and decorate the store fronts in red, white and blue themes to celebrate the special holiday. Live entertainment from the Hilltops Band, a beer garden, food and beverages and free bounce houses for kids will offer fun for everyone. The festivities kick off at 5pm and the fireworks will begin at 9pm. The admission fee is $5 for adults; those age 20 and under are free. For more information, contact Phyliss Kern, Kern Realty, at 602.309.5034 or phillykern@aol.com; or contact Christine Colley, CC Business Consulting, at 480.235.7134 or cdkcolley@gmail.com.

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Summer Games In The Hills

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The Town of Fountain Hills presents Summer Games 2014 as a way to beat the heat and get together with fellow residents. Enjoy games for all ages – checkers, suspend, MindWare Q-Bitz, chess, Cranium, Ping Pong, charades, bananagrams, Chinese checkers, Wii bowling – on Thursdays, June 5 – July 31 from 11:30am1pm. The games are held at the Town of Fountain Hills Activity Center located at 13001 North La Montana (in the Community Center). All games are free and open to the public. No membership or registration is required. Children age 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. For additional information, call 480.816.5226 or visit www.fh.az.gov.

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Change Of Leadership At Free Arts Barb DuVal Fenster is stepping down as executive director of Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona effective July 1 to focus on her health. Deputy Director Alicia Sutton Campbell has been named as Fenster’s successor. “This was not an easy decision because I love everything about Free Arts,” says Fenster. “But it is the right decision for Alicia Sutton Campbell me personally and for the organization. And we couldn’t have a better person taking on Free Arts’ leadership than Alicia.” Fenster joined Free Arts as executive director in 2010 and was a 2011 Piper Fellow. Sutton joined Free Arts in June 2012 as director of programs and was named deputy director in March 2014. Previously, she had been a course facilitator and interim director of employee relations at Thunderbird School of Global Management, where she earned her MBA. Jessica Flowers, currently program manager for the Professional Artist Series and director of the Free Arts Summer Camp, will take on Sutton’s former responsibilities. For more information, call 602.258.8100 or visit www.freeartsaz.org.

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Each month, the Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce hosts networking events that bring together the business community. This month, enjoy an evening mixer at the Foothills Food Bank on June 11 from 5:30-7pm, and at Carefree Coverings on June 24 from 5:30-7pm. The Chamber is committed to promoting a dynamic and vital economy that serves the needs of its community. For more information, call 480.488.3381 or visit www.carefreecavecreek.org. Local First Arizona will hold its next monthly Lunch Mixer June 4 from 11:30am-1pm at Nicantoni’s in Gilbert. The next Evening Mixer will be held June 18 from 6-8pm at Mosaic Arts Center in Avondale. The events give members the opportunity to dine together, network and learn about the latest efforts in the Local movement, and are open to members only; however, guests may attend the events with a member. For more information, call 602.956.0909 or visit www.localfirstaz.com. NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners) will hold its Desert Diamonds Gala event June 11 from 11am-1pm at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia. The annual awards event offers the opportunity to celebrate the organization and honor its distinguished members. For more information, call 480.289.5768 or visit www.nawbophx.org. The North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce will hold its next Business Resource and Networking Luncheon June 10 from 11:00am-1:30pm at Stonecreek Golf Club in Phoenix. Its next Networking Luncheon will be held June 24 at North Mountain Brewing Company from 11:30am-1:30pm. Learn about how you can connect with your North Valley community and grow your business. For details, call 602.482.3344 or visit www.northphoenixchamber.com.

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The Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its next PM Connect event at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia, 4949 East Lincoln Drive in Scottsdale, on June 5 from 5-7pm. The Chamber will hold its next AM Connect networking event June 19 from 7:30-9am at Chop and Wok, 10425 North Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.355.2700 or visit www.scottsdalechamber.com.

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FOREVER FAMILIES / BY SARA CLAWSON Aid to Adoption of Special Kids

Twelve-year-old Dominic is an intelligent young man with a plan who is looking for a loving, nurturing family to call his own. Dominic is a fan of pigs. So much so that he wants to own them as pets. “He wants to have three pigs and he has a whole plan for what kind of farm he wants to live on when he grows up. He even has names for them,” says Jen Workman, a youth advocate for Dominic. The sixth-grader spent the day at the Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium, where he held a snake, hedgehog and

turtle. Although the zoo doesn’t house the kind of pigs Dominic wants to own, he was very interested in their warthogs. Dominic has been in foster care since 2011 and he lives in a foster home. He is 12 years old. He has two other brothers, one who is adopted and the other also in care. According to Workman, he is very smart, likes to learn and is very inquisitive. “He’s very intelligent. He is soft-spoken and comes off as a little shy at first, but once you get to know him, he’s full of life and energy,” she says. Interests include videogames and Pokémon. He will probably also share stories about his brothers. An adoptive family for Dominic would help him keep those relationships alive. It would be great if the family was also able to adopt his older brother, too. “He needs someone who’s patient and nurturing and who will make him cookies and you know, be there for him when he’s having a hard day, but also not over-react to anything,” Workman says. “He really needs consistency and a loving home. A forever family that’s not going to turn their back on him when things get rough.” The family for Dominic could be two-parent or single-parent. Children are OK but a small family is preferred. For information, call 602.254.2275 or visit www.aask-az.com.

Luncheon To Focus On Trends In Commercial Aviation As a growing region with new airline routes developing and a bustling aerospace industry, the Valley is a leader in the aviation sector. The public is invited to learn more about recent developments in the aviation industry and how they impact business in the Valley at the 15th Annual Global Links Business Outlook Luncheon. This year’s luncheon, hosted by Phoenix Sister Cities, will focus on trends in the commercial aviation industry featuring guest speakers Orin Anderson, director of Business Development, Pinnacle Aviation; Mary Niemczyk, Ph.D., director of Aviation Programs, Arizona State University College of Technology and Innovation; and Deborah Ostreicher, deputy aviation director, Phoenix Aviation Department, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The event takes place from 11:30am-1pm Thursday, June 19, at the Phoenix Convention Center, 100 North Third Street, North Building 124 A/B. The cost to attend is $55 for Phoenix Sister Cities members, $65 for non-members and tables of 10 are available. Tickets may be purchased online at www.phoenixsistercities. org or by calling 602.534.3751.

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

Musicfest Scholarship Announced The newest recipient of the Arizona Musicfest Scholarship is Anna Han, who will attend the Juilliard School at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, New York City. “Over the past number of years, I have been lucky to experience firsthand Arizona Musicfest’s strong commitment to encouraging aspiring musicians to pursue their dreams and grow as artists,” says Han. “I am extremely grateful to be a recipient of the Arizona Musicfest scholarship award, and by extension, their continued support as I venture into what will likely be a pivotal period of development.” A frequent participant in Arizona Musicfest Competitions, Han is the recent first place winner of the 2014 Arizona Musicfest Young Musician’s Competition (Division Three, grades 11 and 12). The Arizona Musicfest Scholarship of $2,500 is awarded annually in May to highly qualified young musicians who excel at their instrument and are pursuing a college-level education with the goal of establishing a full or part-time career in classical music performance. Information on the Arizona Musicfest Scholarship 2015-16 will be available in January 2015. For more information, call 480.488.0806 or visit www.azmusicfest.org.

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Arizona’s original movie camp, “Valleywood,” sponsored by Dearing Acting Studio, is back this summer and will feature professional screenwriters, cinematographers, editors and directors. Campers have three separate week-long camps to choose from. “Our goal at Valleywood Movie Camp is to help our campers produce a movie that they can be proud of and also to equip them with the skills and knowledge for them go on after our camps and write, shoot, edit and eventually produce a movie all on their own,” says Brian Sweeney, Valleywood camp director.

Valleywood Movie Camp, open to campers of all ages, begins with a study of the script along with pre-production. Once campers have been cast in their roles, rehearsal begins and filming gets underway soon thereafter. When not in front of the camera, campers learn lighting, videography and directing. Once the week is over and students have learned the process of filmmaking, they will walk the red carpet in an exciting movie premiere, filled with adoring family, friends and fans, an awards ceremony and a showing of their film. Dearing Acting Studio is located at 10806 North 32nd Street in Phoenix. For information, call 480.313.9901 or visit www.dearingstudio.com.

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Summer often finds families moving from one home to another. Moving to a new area can be complicated when considering where to send the children to school. Parents in the Northeast Valley are fortunate to have so many viable choices for an amazing education – especially with our neighborhood public schools; the choice for almost 90 percent of Americans. Yet, how does a parent know how to choose the right school for their child? DR. DEBBI BURDICK In CCUSD, we suggest that parents call the Superintendent schools and set up a time for the principal to Cave Creek Unified School District give them a tour. It is even better if this can be done with the school’s students in attendance so the family can see students and staff in action. Parents can usually get a “feel” for the school, beginning with that initial call to the principal. Was the person who answered the phone courteous and helpful? Most likely, that same person would be answering the phone during the school year when parents call with questions. Was the principal welcoming and enthusiastic about their school community? The principal is the instructional leader of that building and should be the number one marketer for the school – you should be able to sense that immediately. Were the front office staff and principal able to answer your questions or get back to you with answers they were asked to research for you? That same follow-through would be what you could expect during the regular school year. Were teachers actively teaching with an active, student-centered style and showing support and camaraderie with their students? If visiting classrooms, did you want to stay longer because the lessons were so engaging? Most importantly, were students happy and enjoying learning? Come visit our Cave Creek schools – we will be your Number One Choice!

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AROUND TOWN

June 16-19

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Milwaukee Brewers Chase Field June 27

Thru June 22

June 18

Collective Soul

Rodney Crowell

The Pool at Talking Stick Resort

Musical Instrument Museum

June 29

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Young Frankenstein

Jimmie Vaughan

Arizona Broadway Theatre www.azbroadway.org; 623.776.8400

Talking Stick Resort www.talkingstickresort.com; 480.850.7777

The Pool at Talking Stick Resort June 20

Gregg Allman Talking Stick Resort

June 3-8

The Gershwinsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Porgy & Bess ASU Gammage www.asugammage.com; 480.965.3434

June 8

Staind The Pool at Talking Stick Resort June 8

June 5

Ester Rada Musical Instrument Museum www.mim.org; 480.478.6000

The Scottsdale Philharmonic Season Finale Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts www.scottsdalephilharmonic.com

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June 5-8

Phoenix Comicon

June 9-10

Phoenix Convention Center www.phoenixcomicon.com

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Houston Astros Chase Field

June 5-8

Sedona Bluegrass Festival 2014

June 10

Los Abrigados Resort & Spa www.sedonabluegrassfestival.org; 928.204.2415

Screening: Operation Thunderbolt Cutler Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center www.azjhs.org; 602.241.7870

June 6

June 10

Artlink First Fridays

James Taylor and His All Star Band

Downtown Phoenix www.artlinkphoenix.com; 602.256.7539

US Airways Center www.ticketmaster.com; 800.745.3000

June 6-8

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Atlanta Braves Chase Field www.arizona.diamondbacks.mlb.com; 602.462.6500

June 12

Marc Cohn Musical Instrument Museum June 13-29

Peter Pan June 7-8

Ballet Arizona Spring Performance Dorrance Theatre www.balletaz.org; 602.381.1096 June 7

Valley Youth Theatre at Herberger Theater www.herbergertheater.org; 602.252.8497 June 15

Peter Asher presents the Webb Sisters

Beat It! Family Drumming Workshop for Dads and Kids â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and Moms, Too!

Musical Instrument Museum

Musical Instrument Museum June 15

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Talking Stick Resort

June 20

Music in the Garden Spring Concert Series Desert Botanical Garden www.dbg.org; 480.481.8188 Bad Cactus Brass Band; Photo by Jeff Stemshorn

June 20-22

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. San Francisco Giants Chase Field June 21

Dennis Miller Talking Stick Resort June 21

Paula Cole Musical Instrument Museum June 22-30

The Invisible Collection (A Colecao Invisivel) Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org; 480.499.8587 June 24-25

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Cleveland Indians Chase Field June 25

Playing for Change Musical Instrument Museum June 25-30

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus US Airways Center www.usairwayscenter.com June 27-29

Cabaret Scottsdale Musical Theater at Tempe Center for the Arts www.scottsdalemusicaltheater.com; 602.909.4215

July 3

Independence Day Music Festival: Phillip Phillips Salt River Fields www. saltriverfields.com; 800.745.3000

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First Ever Summer Program For Actors Theatre Actors Theatre is launching a two-show summer schedule to help fill at least one empty theatre stage during a time of year that has historically been very quiet. Coming off a critically successful post-pause season, Actors Theatre Producing Artistic Director Matthew Wiener will direct The Book Club Play and The Cottage on alternating weeks beginning June 20 at Black Theatre Troupe, 1333 East Washington Street in Phoenix. Both contemporary comedies, each written by a woman playwright, will feature the same cast. The Book Club Play by Karen Zacarías is a comedy about books and the people who love them. Sandy Rustin’s The Cottage, a rollicking farce inspired by the works of Noel Coward, is a tale of love, sex and betrayal. The Book Club Play opens Tuesday, June 20 and runs through August 17. The Cottage opens June 27 and will close August 10. Curtain time for both plays is 7pm.

Bite-Sized Festival Offers Summertime Treat

“The good news is that we’re bringing two fun, fresh, contemporary comedies that will end the summer theatre drought in the Valley,” Wiener says. “Even better news is that Black Theatre Troupe has a great air conditioning system.” The cast for both shows includes Maren Maclean Mascarelli, (last seen in Actors Theatre’s production of Fox on the Fairway); Angelica Howland (The Vibrator Play); Joe Kremer (Steady Rain); Ian Christiansen (Opus); Tyler Eglen (Good People) and Alexis Green, a recent Arizona State University graduate who is new to Actors Theatre. Other staff and crew include Jeff Thomson, set design; Lois Myers, costumer design; Tim Monson, lighting design; Chris Neumeyer, sound design; and Amy Gilbert, stage manager. Tickets can be purchased online at www. actorstheatrephx.org. Ticket prices range from $18 for students (with ID) to $45 for reserved seats. For more information, call 602.888.0368.

Theatre Artists Studio will present its Seventh Annual New Summer Shorts 10-Minute Play Festival June 12-22. Experience a variety of new 10-minute plays written by Studio members, packed with drama and comedy. This year’s evocative selections include: Casting Pearls, by Michael Fleck; Director: Richard Powers Hardt Changing Times, by Nina Koch; Director: Sue Back; Featuring: Robert Bledsoe and Cynthia Elek Gusto, by Debra Rich Gettleman; Director: Walt Pedano; Featuring: Mitch Etter, Martha Welty and Tom Koelbel Just Once, by Les Leiter; Director: Barbara Acker The Last Swan, by Alan Austin; Director: Richard Powers Hardt No Substitutions, by Debra Rich Gettleman; Director: Walt Pedano; Featuring: Kent Welborn, Heidi Haggerty, Martha Welty and Bill Straus One Night Only, by Michael Fleck; Director: Barbara Acker You’ll Never Find the Body, by Alan and Marney Austin; Director: Julie Lee; Featuring: Marney Austin and Alan Austin Show times are Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm, for eight performances total. Tickets are $10-20. For additional information, call 602.765.0120 or visit www.thestudiophx.org.

Take A Journey Of Imagination This summer, Arizona Broadway Theatre’s Theatre for Young Audiences presents James and the Giant Peach on the ABT Mainstage, featuring an original score performed by live musicians. When James (played by Drew Swaine) suddenly becomes an orphan he is sent to live with his aunts Spiker and Sponge. Amidst his new life, he meets an old man who gives him a bag containing the strongest magic in the entire world. Accidentally spilling the magic near an old peach tree, James discovers the most marvelous things begin to happen. With his new friends – Centipede, Earthworm, Old Green Grasshopper, Ladybird and Miss Spider – James sets off on an incredible journey in a giant peach across the Atlantic Ocean to New York City. James and the Giant Peach runs select days June 6-21. Curtain time is 10am and tickets are $15. Arizona Broadway Theatre is located at 7701 West Paradise Lane in Peoria. For information, call 623.776.8400 or visit www.azbroadway.org.

Congratulations to you all! • Tickets to see the Arizona Diamondbacks play the Milwaukee Brewers: Terry Winiarski of Phoenix • Tickets to see the Arizona Diamondbacks take on the San Francisco Giants: Lea Cheshareck of Scottsdale • Tickets to Valley Youth Theatre’s production of Peter Pan: Renee Labno of Carefree

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High Temperatures Pose Dangers To Pets The Arizona Animal Welfare League & Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is reminding pet owners about the dangers of high temperatures, and offering these tips. • Give pets plenty of water.

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• Never leave your pets in a car. When temperatures rise above 70 degrees, a parked car can quickly become a furnace.

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• Beware of hot pavement. Test the pavement − if it’s too hot for the palm of your hand or your bare feet, it’s too hot for your dog’s paws.

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Be careful not to over-exercise your pet. Only walk your dog early in the morning or at night well after the sun has set.

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Make sure pets have a shady place out of the sun. Keep pets indoors if the temperature is more than 90 degrees.

• Dogs get sunburns too. Be sure no skin is exposed to direct sunlight. •

Cool treats for your dog. Treat your pet to “popsicles” by freezing chicken or beef broth in ice cube trays.

HALO Animal Rescue has partnered with Pets for Patriots, Inc., a not-forprofit organization that connects rescued shelter pets with service men and women, to increase the adoption of adult and other at-risk homeless pets by veteran and service members of the United States military. In spite of the demonstrated emotional and physical benefits of companion pets, more dogs and cats are killed each year than the populations of Alaska, Delaware, Montana, North Dakota and Vermont combined. HALO Animal Rescue quickly saw the potential to place harder-to-adopt dogs and cats into loving, permanent homes with service members, while giving local veterans, service members and their families the gift of a pet’s unconditional friendship and love. “HALO adopted out over 7,000 pets into new homes last year,” says Leigh Carter, director of development for HALO Animal Rescue. “Through our partnership with Pets for Patriots, we hope to provide forever homes to even more loving animals with the many service members and veterans in our area.” Joining Pets for Patriots is entirely free to veterans, though they are responsible for HALO Animal Rescue’s adoption fee. Pets for Patriots sends a $150 gift card upon proof of eligible adoption to help with food and other essentials, and provides access to local veterinary partners who agree to offer ongoing discounted care. For more information, visit www.halorescue.org or www.petsforpatriots.org.

FOOTHILLS ANIMAL RESCUE PET OF THE MONTH

Picadilly Four-Year-Old Female

Picadilly is a sweet and friendly girl who is a bit on the shy side. She absolutely loves attention and will let you pick her up once you’ve gained her trust. She can also be mischievous and always has a playful twinkle in her eyes. Picadilly will need to go to a home with patient guardians who are experienced cat parents. Adoption fee is $35. Foothills Animal Rescue is located at 23030 North Pima Road in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.488.9890 or visit www.foothillsanimal.org.

Swim, Run, Spin, Retreat Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain will have hearts racing this summer during its ultra-exclusive summer Tri-Retreat. Held June 23-25, no more than 12 participants will train with Sanctuary’s highly decorated team of instructors, including Olympic gold medal swimmer Misty Hyman and World Masters track cycling champion Terry Roach. The triathlon-focused program is packed with seminars, nutritious (and delicious) meals designed by Executive Chef Beau MacMillan, and specialized spa treatments to restore and reenergize fatigued muscles. Hyman’s curriculum will focus on form and swim techniques based on science, math and her Olympic experience. Participants will learn to breathe easier, swim more efficiently, increase speed and prevent shoulder injury. A 14-time World Masters track cycling champion, Roach has 25 years of experience as a kinesiotherapist, specializing in body mechanics. She has trained and rehabilitated every level of athlete and injury (including Hyman during preparation for her 2000 Olympic win), and will guide participants on how to prevent injury and improve performance in all three triathlon disciplines.

The Tri-Retreat Package includes: • Two night stay • Fitness instruction

• Two 60-minute spa treatments • Daily breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks • Unlimited access to fitness classes and spa facilities • Welcome amenity The package starts at $2,550 per person excluding taxes, gratuity, daily resort fee and additional food and beverage. For more information or to make a reservation, call 480.624.8513.

The cancer programs at Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn Medical Center and Scottsdale Healthcare Shea Medical Center, including the Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center at Scottsdale Healthcare, have been awarded the 2013 Outstanding Achievement Award by the American College of Surgeons’ (ACS) Commission on Cancer (CoC). The award acknowledges cancer programs that achieve excellence in providing quality care to cancer patients. Scottsdale Healthcare has the only two cancer programs in Arizona and is among a select group of 74 healthcare facilities across the U.S. to receive the award. Scottsdale Healthcare’s cancer programs were evaluated on 34 standards categorized within five activity areas: clinical services, quality improvement, cancer committee leadership, cancer data management and cancer conferences. For information, call 480.882.4000 or visit www.shc.org.

Tri at the Y Celebrate the Fourth of July with a workout the Desert Foothills YMCA at its second annual Tri at the Y. The indoor triathlon will take place from 8:45am-12pm and includes a 15 minute run, 15 minute bike and 15 minute swim segment. Early bird registration ends on Father’s Day (June 15). The cost is $40 for an individual or $60 for a team (two or three individuals participate in limited events), and is open to ages 12 and up. All participants will receive a T-shirt. Proceeds from the event will go towards the Teen Center furnishings, Jump Start room equipment and to the support of military memberships. For questions about the event, contact Dominic Alvarez at dalvarez@vosymca. org or 601.212.6288. Desert Foothills YMCA is located at 34250 North 60th Street in Scottsdale. For additional information, call 480.596.9622 or visit www.valleyymca.org.

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• Seminars, including sports nutrition with certified personal trainer and holistic health coach, Sharon Brack

L-R: Cycling champion Terry Roach and Olympic gold medalist Misty Hyman

Cancer Programs Receive Outstanding Achievement Award

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KITCHEN INSIDER This month, step into the kitchen of executive chef John Collura from Cibo e Vino in Scottsdale, and learn his recipe for Short Ribs – perfect for a Father’s Day get-together.

Head To Hermosa For Father’s Day

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For those looking to give Dad something a little different this Father’s Day, head over to Hermosa Inn for an afternoon and evening of mixed drinks and BBQ. Last Drop’s Mixology Class takes place June 15 from 2-4pm. A crash course in cocktails, Last Drop’s Travis Nass serves as the “Spirit Guide,” and features a different liquor each month.

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Cibo e Vino, is locally owned and offers eclectic authentic Italian food in a family friendly environment. There is no disputing that executive chef John Collura knows his Italian food. Collura may have been a Brooklyn boy but his roots start back in Sicily. His great-great grandmother came to the United States on a boat through Ellis Island in 1905. Nana Coni, as he called her, cooked for the entire family once a week until she was 95 years old. That was the beginning of Collura’s journey. He learned to cook with Nana Coni every Sunday as he stood by her side while she prepared dinner for 40 family members. As Collura grew so did his passion for cooking. He opened up Cosmic Pizza and Deli and then Giovanni Pizza and Bistro. Giovanni Pizza and Bistro was a huge success and went on to be named as one of Phoenix’s top 20 restaurants. When Collura turned 40, he sold his restaurants and went to Le Cordon Bleu. He earned his associate degree in only one year with a 4.0 GPA while winning several cooking contests along the way. Cibo e Vino is located at 34522 North Scottsdale Road, Suite D1, in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.595.6600 or visit www.ciboevinoaz.com. Go to news.CITYSunTimes.com now to get Chef Collura’s spectacular recipe for Short Ribs.

From its history and the styles of liquor to the various brands and recipes, guests will not only get a taste of two cocktails but a veritable knowledge on the liquor of choice, along with ample time for Q&A at only 10 people per class. To register, visit www. hermosainn.com and click on the “Events” link at the top. Later in the day, Lon’s hosts its Chuckwagon BBQ event from 5:30-9pm. Guests are invited to indulge in a three-course BBQ menu featuring various Arizona beer specials. The menu is subject to change weekly dependent on locally grown and available ingredients. To make a reservation ($49++ per person), call Lon’s at 602.955.7878 or visit www.lons.com. The Hermosa Inn is located at 5532 North Palo Cristi Road in Paradise Valley. For general information, call 602.955.8614.

DISCOVER AZ WINES WINES BY PEGGY FIANDACA

Owner, Lawrence Dunham Vineyards President, AZ Wine Growers Association

s the heat moves in to the Phoenix Metropolitan Area, it is time to plan your escape to Arizona’s wine country. All of the wine regions are cooler in the spring and summer. And don’t think you have to only go to Northern Arizona for cool temperatures. People are surprised that when you visit Southern Arizona, the elevation increases and the temperatures go down. Visit news.CITYSunTimes.com now to read the rest of Discover AZ Wines and find even MORE great content!

This summer, Salty Señorita launches a brand new happy hour every Monday through Saturday from 4-7pm. Dining patrons will enjoy the following menu selections by executive chef Brian Feirstein: • Sweet Corn Tamale Fritters with Mixed Cheese Fondue – $6 • Big Crisp with Manchego, Jack cheese, Pico and Avocado Crema – $4 • Calypso Bean Hummus with Gordita Chips – $5 • Mariscos Mixtos Tacos with the daily mix of fresh seafood, cabbage, pico and chipotle crema – $6 • Cabana Nachos Queso Fondue with Jack cheese, Calypso Beans and Pico – $5 (guests can also add chorizo carnitas, shortrib or Tinga chicken for $2) In addition, $4 house margaritas, house red and white wine, well drinks and 32oz Coors Light drafts will be offered, as well as $3 Corona or Corona Light bottles, and $2 domestic bottles (Coors and Coors Light) Salty Senorita is located at 3748 North Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.947.2116 or visit www.saltysenorita.com.

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Mastro’s Ocean Club will host an exclusive wine dinner with special guest Peter Mondavi, Jr., from world-renowned Charles Krug Winery, Tuesday, June 17. Guests will enjoy a four-course menu perfectly paired with specially selected wines from the Napa Valley winery. Additionally, the evening will culminate with an auction where guests will have the opportunity to bid on an 18-liter bottle of 2011 Charles Krug Vintage Selection Cabernet Sauvignon. Proceeds from the auction will directly beneﬁt the local chapter of Make-A-Wish. Tickets for the evening are $150 per guest, inclusive of tax and gratuity. The reception begins at 6:30pm with dinner served at 7:30pm. Seating is limited. Call 480.443.8555 for ticket information. Mastro’s Ocean Club is located at 15045 North Kierland Boulevard in Peter Mondavi, Jr. Scottsdale. For more information, Photo courtesy of Charles Krug Winery visit www.mastrosrestaurants.com.

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SOL Cocina executive chef Deborah Schneider introduces new summertime offerings to her acclaimed menu of Baja-inspired cuisine. The new menu utilizes the season’s freshest ingredients artfully presented in dishes such as her Cactus Pear Ceviche which boasts fresh, raw, locally sourced ﬁsh atop a hot-pink cactus pear puree, Serrano peppers, sweet pepper rings, cucumber and jicama, ﬁnished with a squeeze of lime. Guadalupe-Style Grilled Quail, ‘Charro’ Bone-In Ribeye Steak and Hibiscus Crema Quemada are among the enticing new offerings presented on the summer menu. SOL Cocina Scottsdale is located in the Scottsdale Quarter, 15323 North Scottsdale Road. For more information or reservations, call 480.245.6708 or visit www.solcocina. com/scottsdale.

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Food, Wine, Beer & Blues Flagstaff is the place to be in June

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Head up to the high country this month for cooler temps and fantastic feasting. Flagstaff is the place to be in June with four festivals featuring food, wine, beer and cool blues.

First up is the Fifth Annual Flagstaff Wine & Food Festival June 7. Pepsi Amphitheater at Fort Tuthill Park will host this celebration of regional wines and local food creations by some of Northern Arizona’s finest restaurants. Enjoy music performances, art and local food vendors. A silent auction will benefit Friends of Coconino County Parks. The cost is $35 or $50 with wine passport. The event runs from 12-5pm. For more information, visit www.flagstaff365.com. The 22nd Annual Made in the Shade Beer Tasting Festival takes place at Pepsi Amphitheater June 14. Brewers from around the Southwest will be on hand to showcase their brews. Admission includes a sampling mug and 24 sampling tickets and live entertainment. Admission is $40-$80, with a designated driver tickets available for $10. The event benefits Sun Sounds Radio, and runs from 1-5 pm. For information, call 928.779.1775 or visit www.azbeer.com.

Stay overnight after the Beer Tasting Festival for the 43rd Annual Arizona State Championship Chili Cook-Off. The event will be held June 14-15 at Thorpe Park. Chili cooks from all over the southwest will compete to qualify for the World Championships in Red Chili, Chili Verde and salsa. The event includes public tasting, crafters, vendors and car display, and runs from 10am-4pm. Call 928.526.4314 or visit www.chilicookoff.com.

The Blues and Brews Festival returns to Flagstaff for the second year in a row. The event is June 21 from 11am-9pm at the Continental Country Club Driving Range, and will benefit the Northern Arizona Blues Alliance and the Blues in the Schools Program. The music lineup includes Road One South, RD Olsen Band, Bob Corritore and the West Coast All Stars, Eden Brent, Coco Montoya and more. For information, call 928.606.5601 or visit www.flagstaffblues.com. For additional information about other events, places to stay and things to do in Flagstaff, visit www.flagstaffarizona.org.

Experience Frontier Days In Historic Prescott

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The City of Prescott is still glowing from its Sesquicentennial celebration (150th birthday) as it gears up for the 127th Annual Prescott Frontier Days & World’s Oldest Rodeo. Frontier Days and Rodeo festivities take place June 30 – July 6 at the Prescott Rodeo Grounds, and will include eight rodeo performances, Arizona’s largest rodeo parade, kiddie parade, arts and crafts show, food and rodeo dances. For a complete rundown of the schedule of events, visit www. worldsoldestrodeo.com. For additional information, call 928.445.3103. To learn more things to do and where to stay in Prescott, visit www.visit-prescott.com.

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Grape Train Escapes In Clarkdale Ride the Verde Canyon Railroad June 14 and experience its next Grape Train Escape wine tasting adventure. The June excursion is a “Tango with South America,” featuring wines from Chile and Argentina. Once hoarded by priests, they’re not just for communion anymore, with culture and history poured into every bottle, let these wines and the gorgeous landscapes stir your soul. The South American wine adventure begins at 5:30pm. For information or reservations, call 928.639.0010 or visit www. verdecanyonrr.com. Photo courtesy of Verde Canyon Railroad

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Young is nestled in the northeastern portion of the Tonto National Forest, halfway between the Mogollon Rim and Roosevelt Lake. The town is situated between Sierra Anchas and Hell’s Gate wilderness areas, and there are many archaeological and historic sites in the area. On the third weekend in July, Young celebrates Photos courtesy of Deadbroke Saloon & Inn Pleasant Valley Days with a parade, team roping events, craft show, activities for the whole family and reenactments of the Pleasant Valley War at historic cabin and battle sites. The 25th Annual Pleasant Valley Days and 10th Annual Ted Meredith Memorial Team Roping Event will take place July 18-20. For more information, check out the July issue of CITYSunTimes.

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Italian Night At Arcosanti Visit Arcosanti June 21 for its annual Italian Night, combining an al fresco dinner feast – featuring signature pastain-wheelbarrows – under the Arcosanti Vaults with live performance throughout the evening, and culminating in a mainstage show in the Colly Soleri Music Center Amphitheater. In the mischievous Photo courtesy Cosanti Foundation tradition of 15th- and 16th-century Italy’s commedia dell’arte, guests will be entertained, interrupted, disdained and disrupted by a troupe of players. From the parking lot to the Vaults to the Amphitheater, join Arlecchino and Co. (including soprano Jayne Casselman and tenor Michael McCall) for an evening of Italian song old and new, arias, duets, much masked frivolity…and the occasional attempt to steal your spaghetti. In addition to the culinary fun and theatrical hijinks, this year’s Italian Night falls on the summer solstice and will celebrate the 95th anniversary of the birth of Arcosanti’s founder, artist and architect Paolo Soleri. To commemorate the occasion, a raffle will be held for an original drawing by Soleri as well as one of five limited-edition prints. All attendees receive one raffle ticket with their admission, and may purchase more during the event, with the winners to be announced as part of the mainstage show. All proceeds benefit the Paolo Soleri Archives at Arcosanti. The festivities get underway at 5pm with a tour, followed by dinner at 6pm and entertainment at 7:30pm. The cost of $50 includes tour, dinner, show and raffle ticket; additional raffle tickets are $10 each. For reservations, call 928.632.7135. RSVP is strongly recommended. Arcosanti is located between Phoenix and Flagstaff at the junction of I-17 & Arizona Highway 69 (Exit 263, then follow the signs). For further information, visit www.arcosanti.org/node/13171.

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By taking the From the Desert to the Tall Pines Scenic Byway, travelers will find their way to the community of Young and Pleasant Valley, an area rich in territorial history. One place that seeks to preserve this colorful past is Deadbroke Saloon and Inn. Deadbroke boasts an 1800’s saloon, western-themed inn and bordello bedrooms. The Saloon is available for private parties and the lodging offers a quiet respite from the hustle and bustle of the city. In addition, owners Karla and Robin Alborn can arrange a Bronco tour of the area, horse riding experience and Wild West photography. For information, visit www.deadbrokecorral.com or call 928.462.4022.

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