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Census 2020
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MAYOR City of Scottsdale 480.312.3111 www.scottsdaleaz.gov Mayor W.J. “Jim” Lane
As required by the Constitution, the counting of America’s population is done every 10 years. April 1 is Census Day across the nation and residents are asked to complete a short questionnaire.
For each person counted, from infant to older adults, the State of Arizona receives $2,959 from the federal government. This means more than $20 billion annually for Arizona. The census data is used to apportion funds for a wide variety of federal, state and regional programs and projects. Responding in Scottsdale will help the community receive its fair share.
Important to note is that if the census accurately reflects Arizona’s estimated population growth, our state is also expected to gain a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. Census data is used in the city to plan services and projects, and to place facilities like fire stations, parks and community centers where they will be most effective.
The Census Bureau is bound by federal law to protect your personal information, which is kept confidential and your data will only be used for statistical purposes. With this 2020 Census, you can fill out your questionnaire online in addition to the telephone and mail in response options.
For more information about the 2020 Census, log onto www.scottsdaleaz.gov and search Census 2020.
Art Contest Celebrates Fiftieth Anniversary of Earth Day
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, April 22, and to celebrate this global event, the City of Scottsdale is hosting an art contest for youth. Scottsdale students are invited to participate in the city’s Earth Day 2020 Art Contest. The contest’s theme — “The Art of the Tree” — coincides with several tree-related activities Scottsdale is hosting this spring, including tree plantings, seminars on finding the right tree for the right place in desert environments, Xeriscape demonstrations and more.
“Our city has a long history of investing in sustainable programs and has made preserving our environment a priority. Scottsdale’s dedication to community forestry is nationally-recognized, and we’ve been honored as a ‘Tree City USA’ for 37 consecutive years,” said Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane. “We hope our tree-themed Earth Day art contest inspires others to take action to be more environmentally conscious and join us in our efforts to protect valuable resources for future generations.”
Art in any medium will be accepted. Entries can be submitted at any Scottsdale Public Library information desk or City Hall. Find complete contest information and submission requirements at www.scottsdaleaz.gov — search “art contest.” Entries must be submitted by Friday, March 13.
Winners will be recognized at the Tuesday, April 7, City Council meeting and their artwork will be displayed at the Earth Day Mayor and Council Breakfast Wednesday, April 22, at Horizon Park.
SOUTHWEST WILDLIFE DISCOVERY SERIES
The Beautiful, Essential, Resilient Bobcat
By Kelly Marcum Hayes, Natural Resource Coordinator, Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center
he North American bobcat, Lynx rufus, is one of the most durable and adaptable wildcats in our country. They play an important role in the delicate balance of many different ecosystems and are one of the most beautiful animals in the Sonoran Desert. This small feline survives quite well in desert dwellings as well as mountain woodlands, coniferous forests and swamplands. Bobcats are distinguished by their short black ear tufts, a mottled or spotted coat, a ruff of longer fur around their face, black and white markings on the back of the ears, and, of course, a shortened or “bobbed” tail.
The exact appearance of the bobcat depends on the specific habitat as variation in coat colors allow the individual to remain as camouflaged as possible in its surroundings. This wildcat has the greatest range of all North American felines, adapting reasonably well to urban sprawl.
Because of this, more people are noticing these intelligent animals in neighborhoods, parks, hiking trails and back yards!
If you see a bobcat near your home, there is no need to panic. Bobcats rarely attack people. They may be attracted to a yard that has abundant wildlife, birds, water, shade or other shelter. Shelter for bobcats can include rooftops, attics and the space underneath decks.
Bobcats are generally seen alone, but groups can exist of mating pairs, siblings or mothers with kittens. Bobcats mate from February to March producing an average litter size of two to three kittens, born
from April to early June. Kittens will stay with their mother for seven to 12 months. This is the most vulnerable time for them, especially when they live in close proximity to people. When the mother bobcat leaves her kittens to go hunt, they may be seen as “abandoned” by well-meaning people who find them alone in their patio area, or even on their roof. In an attempt to “help,” people gather them and attempt to feed them and often can’t resist touching them. This is the beginning of “habituation” or even “imprinting,” and often prevents the release of the cat back into the wild. When this happens, they must be rescued and evaluated by a Wildlife Conservation Center. Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center has been rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing injured and orphaned wildlife since 1994. Located in far North Scottsdale, they address the needs of over 270 animals each year that are in need of help to survive back in the wild. Those who cannot, remain at the sanctuary where they live out the rest of their years.
Visit the sanctuary to meet the animals and learn more about how to keep our wildlife wild. Tours are Tuesday through Saturday by appointment only. For details www.southwestwildlife.org.
A SIP OF SCIENCE With ASU Biodesign: Skin & Alzheimer’s Disease
What can your skin reveal about Alzheimer’s disease risk? Learn about two emerging technologies — stem cells and genome editing and how your skin might be the key to utilizing these technologies to prove the secrets of Alzheimer’s disease. Join presenter David Brafman, PhD, assistant professor, ASU-Banner Neurodegenerative Disease Research Center, at Dorian, 7419 East Indian School Plaza, Scottsdale, Tuesday, April 7, 5–7pm. RSVP: https://www. eiseverywhere.com/485607.
A Sip of Science is an ASU Biodesign Institute community series for casual conversation at local restaurants with notable researchers and scientists. For additional information, visit https:// biodesign.asu.edu/sip-of-science.
Scottsdale Home for Sale Offers Slice of History
The Scottsdale home of Arabian Reining Champion 1995 Purebred JD Fanciman is up for sale.
JD Fanciman, May 30, 1987–Aug. 6, 2019, was born in the state of Utah, hence his nickname was Utah. A gelding, he was sent to be trained for reining by LaRae Fletcher Powell. Purchased by Dr. Ray D Wiseman in 1994, LaRae transported him to the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show in Feb. 1995, where he won the blue ribbon as champion in the reining class. Afterwards La Rae rode him in the U.S. National Arabian show where he again was champion in the reining class of 1995. Continuing his winning streak, he also won the Canadian National Arabian show in reining.
After this Ray Wiseman trained him in Natural Horsemanship, an important training, enabling JD Fanciman to be ridden and go through reining maneuvers without a bridle. The horseman uses just a string around the horse’s neck with Natural Horsemanship. Once when a storm came through Scottsdale and caused the stable to fall on him, Utah remained calm due to his training and did not run away. Wiseman rode Utah into the desert, where Utah loved to stop and eat mesquite beans from the trees. JD Fanciman was a cooperative, friendly, outstanding horse in every way.
The home at 29392 North 84th Street, Scottsdale, is now for sale. For more info contact Bonnie Surguine, Realtor, HomeSmart: 480.220.5264.
JD Fanciman history told by Joy and Ray Wiseman
The Desert Foothills Woman’s Club (DFWC) will hold its 2020 fundraiser Thursday, March 12, at Grayhawk Country Club. DFWC is a social and philanthropic organization comprised of 90 women from the Foothills area. Its mission is to provide scholarship funds to graduating high school senior women and to fund local nonprofits. In 2019, DFWC raised approximately $25,000 and scholarships were awarded to six deserving young women and contributions were made to several local nonprofits.
Tickets to the event are $85 per person. There will a full dinner and live auctions and entertainment during the cocktail hour. Those who would like to attend this event, contribute to the organization’s cause or purchase an ad in the event program should contact the Club for detailed information via email: adriashields@yahoo.com.
As a record-breaking number of visitors are expected to descend on the Valley for Spring Training and Spring Break, Wonderspaces at Scottsdale Fashion Square is extending an irresistible “double play” for tourists and locals alike. From now through March 24, Wonderspaces is offering 10 percent off the price of admission when guests present their Spring Training ticket stub. Whether as a boredom buster for locals who are looking to experience something out of the ordinary, or a place to end a fun-filled day of watching favorite baseball teams play, visitors can take in more than a dozen immersive art experiences while enjoying a range of refreshing signature cocktails at its full bar, along with a range of sweet and savory snacks. A venue where all backgrounds and walks of life come together, Wonderspaces is an innovative concept created to bring people of all ages together to enjoy a shared experience, using the power of art to stoke conversation, create understanding and bridge differences.
General admission to Wonderspaces is $24 per person. Regular hours are Sunday, 10am–7pm, Tuesday to Friday, noon–10pm, and Saturday 10am–10pm. Wonderspaces is typically closed on Mondays, and the last entry window is 60 minutes prior to closing.
Wonderspaces at Scottsdale Fashion Square is located at 7014 East Camelback Road, Suite 584, (lower level, near the Food Court). For information, visit www.arizona.wonderspaces.com.
Sunday Worship Service Times TRADITIONAL MUSIC (with organ and choir) 8:15 a.m. • 9:45 a.m.
CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP BAND AT THE GATHERING 11:10 a.m. 34605 N Tom Darlington Road Scottsdale, AZ 85266 480-488-3384 www.deserthills.org
The Jazz Lounge Series at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts continues this month, leading up to a celebration of International Jazz Day, April 4. The performance series features favorite Valley jazz musicians with special projects in an intimate jazz cabaret space Stage 2.
Celebrating Billie Holiday Friday, March 6, 7:30pm Sherry Roberson pays tribute to Lady Day with Beth Lederman on piano. Roberson’s style reflects the blues qualities of Billie Holiday, combined with a hard-swinging, freight-train-like drive, which gives her spontaneous interpretations of The Great American Songbook special interest and character.
With a Song in My Heart, a Tribute to Doris Day Friday, March 20, 7:30pm
Hear the story of Doris Day’s life and career, her hit songs, great music and more. Featuring Jan Sandwich (vocals), Richard Palalay (piano), Felix Sainz (bass) and Adam Clark (drums).
Bossa Nova 77 — A Tribute to Antonio Carlos Jobim Friday, March 27, 7:30pm
Brazilian music profoundly influenced jazz repertoire, and Bossa Nova 77 pays tribute to two of its most influential composers. Featuring Beth Lederman (piano), Al Alabado (vocals), Artie Grijalva (guitar), Adrian Goldenthal (bass) and Emerson Laffey (percussion).
Charles Lewis Quartet featuring Alice Tatum Sunday, March 29, 2pm
It’s a Phoenix jazz reunion when Lewis (piano) and Tatum (vocals) team up with Frank Smith (flute/sax) for an afternoon of old and new favorites.
Photos: scottsdaleperformingarts.org International Jazz Day Saturday, April 4, Noon – 6pm
Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with performances by Donald Harrison, Nayo Jones, Carlos Rivas and New Orleans jazz trumpeter Mario Abney.
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts is located at 7380 East 2nd Street, Scottsdale. For tickets or additional information, call 480.499.8587 or visit www. scottsdaleperformingarts.org.
Free Weekly Movie Series Kicks off March 6
Families looking for a little free springtime fun can head to Scottsdale Quarter this month for its Spring Movies at The Quarter event series starting March 6. This family-friendly series, which takes place each Friday beginning at 6:30pm, will feature some of the best animated favorites and is free to attend: • March 6: The Lion King (2019) • March 13: Mary Poppins Returns Scottsdale Quarter (The Quad, on the fountain) is located at 15059 North Scottsdale Road. For more information, call 480.270.8123 or visit www.scottsdalequarter.com. • March 20: Aladdin (2019) • March 27: Frozen II
Wearable Art by Kathi Turner
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“Diamond Bloom” by Curtis Pittman, at Cycle the Arts 2019; Photos: Scottsdale Arts
Learn About Art While on a Bike at Cycle the Arts
Learn about art while getting some fresh air and a little exercise at the annual Cycle the Arts event Saturday, April 4, in southern Scottsdale. Scottsdale Public Art and the Scottsdale Transportation Department present this free public art tour via bicycle every April during Valley Bike Month. The tour travels past multiple sculptures and other public artworks along a leisurely 5-mile bike ride.
“Cycle the Arts brings together people who want to learn more about the city’s public art program while also having a great time cycling through Old Town and the southern part of Scottsdale,” said Kim Boganey, director of Scottsdale Public Art. “Meant to be fun and low impact, Cycle the Arts is a great way to get outdoors, learn about public art and enjoy the city with likeminded people.”
Check in is at 8:30am April 4 at Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, 3830 North Marshall Way. The family-friendly ride typically lasts between two and three hours.
Among highlights on this year’s ride are stops at “Copper Falls,” a water-based artwork by Bob Adams that is only active during the winter, and “Ziggy’s Sister,” a sculpture by the late architectural legend Al Beadle. As a recent donation to the city, “Ziggy’s Sister” is one of the newest public artworks in Scottsdale; it was installed in September at Scottsdale Artists’ School in Old Town. Each stop on the ride will feature a short presentation about the artwork.
In addition to riding past public art classics like Robert Indiana’s “LOVE” sculpture and Bob Parks’ “Bronze Horse Participants in the 2019 Cycle the Arts stop at “One-Eyed Jack” by John Randall Nelson.
Fountain,” participants will also stop at temporary artworks, including pieces from the current IN FLUX Cycle and “Murmuration,” an installation by the UK-based artist studio Squidsoup at Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA).
Participants in Cycle the Arts will follow an experienced ride leader as they tour the artworks and check out the city’s system of bike lanes, paths and amenities — all of which have earned Scottsdale a Gold Bicycle Friendly Community rating by the League of American Bicyclists since 2011.
Because April is Valley Bike Month, there will be two Bike Month T-shirt designs available for free to participants of Cycle the Arts while supplies last.
Helmets are required for all participants, and children must be accompanied by an adult. All riders should also remember to bring water.
Although Cycle the Arts is a free event, space is limited, and RSVP is required. Visit www.scottsdalepublicart. org/events for more information.
