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37 wake up time and meal times can help kids get ready for a fun and exciting t’s back-to-school time in the Valley, and once the supplies school experience,” says Matt have been purchased, the new threads picked out and the Schenk, principal at Horseshoe Trails perfect backpack chosen, reality sets in and maybe some Elementary School, CCUSD. first-day nerves. Whether it is the first day of kindergarten, Another tip to avoid hectic high school, at a new school, or just the unknowns of a new mornings: have children lay out his or year, back-to-school jitters can happen – for students and her outfit the night before and have the parents alike. So we asked backpack and lunch packed and ready to go. some educators and school Creating back-to-school traditions can also help ease administrators from Cave anxieties…and provide lasting memories. Prior to the first day of Creek Unified School District school, plan something special for your child – whether it’s going (CCUSD) and Paradise Valley out for ice cream, leaving an encouraging note in a lunch box or Unified School District a small gift to commemorate the first day.

(PVSchools) for some tips on Of course, it is not only students who may feel first day how to begin the school year nerves. How can parents extinguish their own anxiety? on a positive note.

“Come to school and meet the teacher. And, At the top of PVSchools’ just breathe! The kids are ready for school,” says list is preparation. Start to Nancy Shaver, principal at Lone Mountain prepare children for any For The First Day Elementary School, CCUSD. changes, including starting • Cave Creek Unified School District Throughout the school year, set children up a new school, having a new Thursday, Aug. 11 for success by establishing a positive homework teacher and establishing new www.ccusd93.org routine. Make sure children have a quiet and routines. Remind children • Paradise Valley Unified School District well-lit area to complete assignments. And keep that there is a lot to be Tuesday, Aug. 9 www.pvschools.net lines of communication open: check in with excited about: reconnecting • Scottsdale Unified School District children about daily homework assignments and with friends and teachers, Monday, Aug. 8 offer assistance where needed; ask how their day building new relationships concrete.susd.org was and what they learned. and participating in Finally, remember that learning extracurricular activities. can be fun.

For some, between summer vacation and busy schedules, “Share the joy of learning with bed- time routines have gone out the window. But re-establishing your child,” says Dr. Micah Korb, these routines sooner rather than later, including bedtime principal at Desert Sun Academy, and wake-up schedules, will help ease the transition back.

CCUSD. “Tell your child about an enjoyable “Back to school is an exciting time, but some learning experience in your life and how it has children may feel apprehensive about transitioning impacted you Sharing positive memories about learning from a summer break schedule to a school schedule. will encourage your child to have their own.” |CST Maintaining a routine with a consistent bed time,

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EDITOR’S PICKS

Walking In Their Footsteps

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Publisher Emeritus Hope H. Ozer

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Editor-in-Chief Kathryn M. Miller

“There is divine beauty in learning. To learn means to accept the postulate that life did not begin at my birth. Others have been here before me, and I walk in their footsteps. The books I have read were composed by generations of fathers and sons, mothers and daughters, teachers and disciples. I am the sum total of their experiences, their quests. And so are you.”

Creative Director Jenifer Lee Assistant to the Publisher Darlene Keberle Columnists Stephen Cohen, O.D. Cathy Droz Barbara Kaplan Rabbi Robert Kravitz Allen Nohre James Roberts Melanie Tighe Pastor Paul Witkop

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As we prepare for a new school year, a historic general election season is underway. Two hundred and forty years after the founding of this country, we have elected the first female presidential candidate of a major party. Pretty stunning – and a teachable moment. The history is important, because until 1920, women weren’t even allowed to vote.

Passed by Congress June 4, 1919, and ratified on August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment affirmed the right of women to vote. It reads: “The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex.

Congress shall have power to enforce this article by appropriate Kehinde legislation.”

Wiley: There are generations of women A New who fought tirelessly for equal civil rights. They marched, they Republic petitioned, they protested; they endured jail, public ridicule and physical harm.

These women paved the way for those of today, and the young girls who are the women of tomorrow.

We walk in their footsteps and it is imperative that we learn the lessons of their journey; that we remember Kehinde Wiley (American, b. 1977), Colonel Platoff on His the struggles and sacrifices that Charger, 2007-8. Oil on canvas. Collection of Modern Art they made so that we can enjoy the Museum of Forth Worth. Gift of the Director’s Council freedoms that many take for granted. and Museum purchase, 2008. Copyright Kehinde Wiley.

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36 There is, however, a price for this freedom – one that women and men alike pay. That price is responsibility – to use the voice that is guaranteed us through the power of The Vote. Not just in this year’s presidential election, but in every single congressional election and local city, county and state election, every year – make your voice heard: Vote.

Contributors Dr. A. Denise Birdwell Cave Creek Mayor Vincent Francia Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane Carefree Mayor Les Peterson Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton Account Representatives Bob Hesselgesser Susan Pine Bulk Distribution Mark Feinberg

Until next month, all my best.

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

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MAYOR LANE WRITES...

Constitution Day Contest

Museum of The West Presents Lone Wolf Exhibition

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By Mayor W.J. “Jim” Lane

I am pleased to announce that we are once again having the Constitution Day Contest. This contest is a wonderful opportunity for Scottsdale students to gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of the document that shapes our great country.

We must always remember just how important the Constitution is. Through the experience of writing essays MAYOR and crafting art centered on the Constitution, the youths City of Scottsdale of today are able to connect to a past that defined so much 480.312.3111 of what we do today and what we will do in the future. www.scottsdaleaz.gov This contest is not just for high school students; anyone from 1st grade to 12th can participate.

For me, the Constitution is a daily inspiration that helps guide my decisions as mayor. In 1787, it was the first document of its kind. More than 200 years later and we are still using the same Constitution to guide our country’s laws and governance. So many freedoms that we take for granted every day are protected by the principles and provisions within our Constitution.

I invite you to take part in the Constitution Day competition where you can reflect upon and articulate what is great regarding our nation’s finest document. It is my firm belief that we should increase our knowledge of the importance of the liberties and democratic structure guaranteed by our Constitution.

Please visit www.scottsdaleaz.gov for more details on the contest.

New Clubhouse At Trilogy At Verde River

6 Pictured, L-R: Ashley Bradley, tour center coordinator; Krista Jauregui, assistant sales manager; Brian Elliott, customer service manager; Rob Izer, project manager; Hal Looney, Arizona area president; Levi Shill, general manager; Tom Sandford, sales manager; Art Jordan, Kitchell Contracting Inc. general contractor; Heimo Brandstatter, Club general manager

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Last month, Trilogy at Verde River broke ground on the highly-anticipated clubhouse in early July. The clubhouse will be the community’s main social hub for members and has 270-degree views from Weaver’s Needle to the Mazatzal Mountains.

Members and guests will be able to enjoy approximately 30,000 square feet of amenities ranging from a resort-style swimming pool, poolside dining, market place to pick up light refreshments and grocery items from local vendors, to a culinary studio, outdoor sports complex with tennis and pickleball courts, Spa, fitness amenities and more.

Shea Homes’ Trilogy at Verde River is located just east of North Scottsdale and borders the Tonto National Forest. For more information, call 800.685.6494 or visit www.trilogylife.com and click on “Communities” to find Trilogy at Verde River.

“Navajo Woman Going On a Journey”

This month, Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West is presenting an exhibition showcasing the artistic talent and intriguing life story of Lone Wolf (aka Hart M. Schultz; 1883-1970), a Blackfeet Indian artist who played a significant role in capturing the accounts of the individuals and events that shaped the American frontier during the first half of the 20th century. He was among “Memories” the first American Indian artists to paint in an academic style, and is one of the most important Glacier National Park artists.

“Lone Wolf (Hart M. Schultz): Cowboy, Actor & Artist” opened June 21 and remains on view through August 31. The museum is located in Downtown Scottsdale at 3830 North Marshall Way, near the Main Street art galleries and Old Town Scottsdale.

The exhibition features oil paintings, rare bronze sculptures, pen and ink illustrations, “Starting on a Wild Horse Hunt” illustrated letterhead and ephemera. The exhibition also features rare video footage including a recorded interview with the artist as he talks about his life and artistic inspirations. Another interview filmed after the artist’s death with his adopted son and Arizona artist, the late Paul Dyck, contributes to the telling of Schultz’s story and his contributions to the history and art of the American West.

A children’s activity area provides opportunities to learn about animal tracks (essential knowledge that American Indian parents taught their children), and the sign language that allowed tribes to communicate with one another.

“Although his name is lesser-known among the icons of Western art, Hart Merriam Schultz (Lone Wolf) played no less indelible a role in capturing the accounts of people who shaped the Western frontier, as well as producing romanticized images that helped create and define a mythic West for popular culture,” says Tricia Loscher, the museum’s chief curator and curator of the exhibition.

“Schultz considered himself the bridge between the culture of his mother’s Blackfeet people, and the European-American culture of his father,” she said.

“It is my great hope that this exhibition will serve to promote further investigation into Schultz’s life and artistic career, and to encourage dialogue between American Indian and Western American art historians.”

For information, call 480.686.9539 or visit www.scottsdalemuseumwest.org.

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Novice players and pros are perfecting their skills and gearing up for 12th annual Arizona State Poker Championship. The No Limit Hold’em tournament will take place August 12-16 in The Arena Poker Room. A prize pool of more than $1 million dollars will be up for grabs and spectators will be able to catch four-time World Series of Poker champion Tom Schneider emceeing the final table.

“The Arizona State Poker Championship is a must-see event for poker fans,” says Tom Young, director of poker at Talking Stick Resort. “The multi-day tournament is full of twists and turns and you never know what’s going to happen next.

Each year, more than a thousand participants test their luck but only one lucky winner takes home the grand prize.”

Last year’s tournament featured 1,580 competitors, an increase from 1,460 participants in 2014. Vance Fitzgerald, a resident of Surprise, battled his opponents for three hours before being declared the 2015 Arizona State Poker Champion.

He won bragging rights, along with a Rolex watch and a $253,600 cash prize.

With a $1,100 buy-in, hopefuls can enter the 2016 tournament and try their hand at joining Fitzgerald in the winner’s circle. The event will begin at 9am on August 12, 13, 14 and 15 and 10am on August 16.

Challengers will enter the game with $16,000 in tournament chips and will have the opportunity to purchase an additional $10,000 chips for $30. Commencing on August 16, the finals will showcase a match between the remaining 10 competitors.

For additional details, visit www. talkingstickresort.com or call the Poker Board at 480.850.8693.

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The Scottsdale Bar Association will present Robert McWhirter, professor at the ASU Sandra Day O’Conner School of Law as the Continuing Legal Education luncheon speaker for its August 9 program. The topic is Of Dogma and Desire: Religion, Freedom of Religion, the First Amendment, and America. The First Amendment’s guarantee of free speech rings hollow without its guarantees about religion – both free exercise and non-establishment. Learn about America’s relationship with religion in this engaging and entertaining presentation by McWhirter, a constitutional scholar and published author.

The program will be presented at the Gainey Ranch Golf Club, 7600 Gainey Club Drive in Scottsdale. Registration begins at 11:45am. For information, visit www.scottsdalebar.com.

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Scottsdale Bar Association Announces August Luncheon

Night For Charity

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Dominick’s Steakhouse will host the 8th Annual Fitz’s Supper Club, Celebrities at Your Service event with performances sure to keep guests laughing all night long. Monday, August 29, residents are invited to a night of comedy and charity while enjoying a four-course dinner served by Larry Fitzgerald’s teammates and other celebrity friends.

Fitz’s Supper Club was dubbed one of the Valley’s hottest social, philanthropic and entertainment events, and this year it brings laughter onto the scene.

Whether it’s slapstick, standup, improv or sketch comedy, attendees can enjoy the hilarity while being waited on by some very familiar and famous faces.

Last year’s Celebrities at Your Service event raised more than half a million dollars to support various worthy organizations through the Larry Fitzgerald First Down Fund.

“We are excited to be helping Larry on his event for another year. This is one of our favorite events here at Dominick’s Steakhouse and we are honored to assist in making sure as much of the funds as possible go to those in need,” says Jeffrey Mastro, co-owner of Dominick’s Steakhouse.

Dominick’s Steakhouse is located at the southwest corner of the Scottsdale Quarter, near GreenwayHayden Loop on 15169 North Scottsdale Road. For more information, visit www.larryfitzgerald.com and look for the First Down Fund link.

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Biltmore Loan Opens Flagship Location For the past five years, Biltmore Loan and Jewelry, a collateral lender and buyer of upscale assets, has offered secure and confidential loans for purchases of valuable property. From luxury vehicles to gold and diamonds to art and collectibles, Biltmore Loan and Jewelry has expanded to open a new flagship location in North Scottsdale. With financial institutions still keeping a tight rein on personal and business lending, more and more people are seeking shortterm alternatives from reputable institutions like Biltmore Loan and Jewelry.

“It is still extremely difficult to secure a personal loan from a bank, realistically 98 percent of the people who walk into a bank cannot get immediate financing, and for that reason our business continues to grow,” says David Goldstein, founder of Biltmore Loan and Jewelry. “Collateral lending has truly emerged as an alternative to the traditional loan process, and high end property assets can be converted into cash within minutes.”

The company’s new flagship location boasts over 3,000 sq. feet of luxury space. Modeled after Sotheby’s

Auction House in London, the richly appointed space displays artwork, jewelry, collectibles and fine antiques for sale. One of a kind Rolex watches, Picasso paintings and high end vehicles such as Rolls Royce are just a few of the luxury items Biltmore Loan accepts for collateral lending or outright purchase, but any asset owned may be able to be converted into cash.

The new Scottsdale location is at 10830 North Scottsdale Road, Suite 105 Scottsdale. For additional information, call 480.991.5626 or visit www.biltmoreloan.com.

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“Bar Brawl” Slinger Showdown Finals This Month

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Bar Brawl, Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain’s own cocktail showdown, wraps this month at jade bar. Winners of the initial four battles will move on to semifinals August 14 and 21. A championship bout on August 28 will leave only one bartender standing to claim the “Bar Master” title and grand prize. Spectators can enjoy DJ entertainment and a menu of “Bar Brawl Bites” at happy hour prices, starting at 8pm each evening of the competition.

A special $99 room rate is also available exclusively for Bar Brawl attendees. Advance reservations are required and offer is valid only on competition nights. Tax and resort fee are additional.

With Sanctuary’s star executive chef Beau MacMillan as emcee and lead mixologist Eddie Aces stepping in to referee. Cocktails are judged by a panel of local celebrities.

Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain is located at 5700 East McDonald Drive in Paradise Valley. For more information, call 480.948.2100 or visit www.sanctuaryoncamelback.com.

Save The Date: Salud! 2016 Gabriel’s Angels, an organization that provides healing pet therapy to abused, neglected and at-risk children, is excited to announce its six annual “Salud! Signature Wine Dinner” event on Friday, October 7, from 6:30-10:30pm at the Montelucia Resort & Spa. Salud! 2016 features a wine reception, food from Michael Cairns, executive chef at the Montelucia Resort & Spa, live musical entertainment, a live auction lead by auctioneer Letitia Frye, and Gabriel’s Angels Pet Therapy teams greeting attendees. Individuals at the event will have an opportunity to take part in a unique raffle known as “Lucky Leashes” by purchasing a red leash, with a variety of prizes available to win. Proceeds from Salud! help Gabriel’s Angels continue their work with at-risk children in the greater Phoenix community.

Individual tickets to Salud! 2016 are $300. Sponsorship packages are available.

To purchase tickets or inquire about sponsorship, visit www.gabrielsangels.org or call 602.266.0875.

The Valley of the Sun JCC invites the community to a pool party at its new aquatics center to welcome residents back to the Valley on Sunday, August 21, 12:30-3pm.

The new aquatics center features a 2,500-square-foot splash pad, 26-foot rock wall, two sparkling pools and a country club atmosphere.

“We want everyone to come and see what a wonderful place The J is and all that we have to offer children, families, individuals and seniors,” says Kim Subrin, managing director.

The afternoon of fun includes water activities and contests, DJ and icy treats. A mermaid visits from 12:30-2pm.

The Valley of the Sun JCC is an inclusive community center open to all ages, faiths, backgrounds and abilities. It is located at 12701 North Scottsdale Road, just south of Sweetwater.

The pool party is free and open to the community. Lunch is available for $5 with preregistration and $7 at the event. Registration is recommended.

Visit www.vosjcc.org/splash.

Scottsdale businessman Jeff Meyer, long active in sports and tourism circles, has been elected president of the Cactus League Baseball Association.

Meyer’s two-year volunteer term ends June 30, 2018. He has served on the Cactus League’s board for 17 years as a representative of the Scottsdale Charros.

“I am honored and grateful for the opportunity to lead the Cactus League,” said Meyer, who is president of Desert Care Landscape Resources in Phoenix.

“I believe the biggest challenge facing the Cactus League is future funding of facilities, and I will work with municipalities, teams and other stakeholders to ensure the integrity of the league. The Cactus League is a critical driver in Arizona’s economy, and its tremendous impact is felt statewide.”

Studies by Tucson-based FMR Associates last year estimated that spring training ballparks generate more than $809 million annually – $544 million from out-of-state visitors attending spring training games and $265 million from yearround events at the facilities.

The Cactus League set an attendance record in 2016, with the 15 clubs combining to draw nearly 1.9 million spectators, a fraction more than the previous record set a year earlier. The Cactus League averaged 8,236 fans per game. For more information, visit www.cactusleague.com.

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Community Invited To Aquatics Center Grand Opening

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MAYOR STANTON WRITES...

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It’s critical we make sure every young person in our community has the skills and education they need to succeed.

That work is especially important during the summer months, when our children aren’t in school and are at risk of falling behind.

In July, the City of Phoenix added new partners to promote our local efforts to keep kids engaged and learning during the MAYOR summer including the White House, the National Summer City of Phoenix Learning Association, Clear Channel and iHeartMedia, Inc. At a recent event at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix, we 602.262.7111 www.phoenix.gov unveiled two new Clear Channel billboards and a radio public service announcement by First Lady Michelle Obama to encourage summer learning.

These efforts help spread the message about the importance of keeping our youth engaged all year round.

We know that children from low-income neighborhoods are even more affected by the summer break. On average, they lose two to three months in reading achievement over the summer, while their higher-income peers actually make slight gains. This is a challenge in our community. For 23 percent of Arizona children under age nine, poverty is a barrier to school readiness; for 48 percent difficulty speaking and understanding English is a primary barrier. We have to work together to make sure our kids are exposed to books, literary resources and hands-on learning opportunities early and often.

Nationally, the White House and the National Summer Learning Association launched the Summer Opportunity Project to keep kids learning, safe and healthy during these critical summer months. And Phoenix is one of hundreds of communities supporting the project through our own local initiatives, including Read On Phoenix and Great Start.

If students are not reading proficiently by the end of third grade, they are far more likely to continue struggling in the classroom and far less likely to graduate from high school. Read On Phoenix is a public-private partnership that is tackling the literary crisis by bringing resources to our highest-need communities. Our efforts are making a difference and earning accolades: Earlier this year, the National Campaign for Grade-Level Reading recognized Read On Phoenix with a Pacesetters Award for solving challenges around summer learning.

To make sure our youngest students are school-ready, we launched the Great Start initiative. Great Start gives incoming Phoenix kindergartners – the summer before they start their K-12 careers – free access to community learning centers such as the Arizona Science Center and the Phoenix Children’s Museum. These places help build a solid foundation of learning – but for many families, would be otherwise cost-prohibitive.

We started Great Start in 2013 with one school district, Balsz Elementary, and have since grown it to reach nearly 2,000 students and their families. The program now includes Phoenix Head Start and nine Phoenix school districts.

Both Read On Phoenix and Great Start can be transformative for students during the summer months. They keep our kids engaged, give them the tools they need to strengthen their reading abilities, and provide one-of-a-kind experiences to make sure they never lose their love of learning.

We’re fortunate that we don’t have to address the summer achievement gap on our own – we have great local and national partners who are ready and willing to help us deliver excellent education to every child.

To find out more about our efforts in Phoenix and around the country visit: • http://readonarizona.org/read-on-communities/phoenix/

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Fourth Annual Taste America Comes To Phoenix Tickets are on sale now for the James Beard Foundation’s Taste America national epicurean tour, which will visit 10 American cities this fall. Each city will enjoy a special evening that starts off with a walk-around tasting reception from a lineup of celebrated local chefs, followed by a one-of-a-kind, four-course dinner crafted in collaboration with a Taste America All-Star and a Local Star chef.

Phoenix’s weekend long celebration will kick off on Thursday, September 22, with a welcome reception at Fox Restaurant Concepts’ Little Cleo’s Seafood Legend at The Yard, Phoenix. An evening of handcrafted cocktails mixed by beverage director Mat Snapp, and indulgence of a menu inspired by Fox Restaurant Concepts’ dinner at The Beard House this June.

The festivities will continue on Friday, September 23, at The Camby with A Night of Culinary Stars, an exclusive dining event benefiting the James Beard Foundation. The evening will begin with a reception filled with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres from local chefs and restaurateurs, including Gabe Bertaccini (Il Tocco Food), Kelly Fletcher (Crudo), Sacha Levine (Ocotillo), Jeff Smedstad (Elote Café) and Matthew Taylor (Gertrude’s). Afterwards, guests will be seated for an extraordinary dinner prepared by James Beard Award-winning chef and Taste America All-Star Amanda Freitag (Food Network’s Chopped and American Diner Revival, New York), along with Local Star James Beard Best Chef Southwest Award Winner Christopher Gross (Christopher’s and Crush Lounge) and host chef Dushyant Singh (Artizen Crafted American Kitchen and Bar at The Camby) who will collaborate to create a unique and unforgettable one-night-only menu. The evening will conclude with desserts prepared

by Tracy Dempsey (Tracy Dempsey Originals), Eugenia Theodosopoulos (Essence Bakery Café) and Helen Yung (Sweet Republic). Sean McLaughlin (CBS 5 News) will serve as guest emcee.

On Saturday, September 24, free in-store consumer events will take place at Sur La Table located at Kierland Commons, Scottsdale. Activities of the day will include cooking demos by Freitag and Gross, book signing by Freitag, culinary treats from local producers and artisans, as well as product demos and tastings from our national sponsors. Reservations for the free cooking demos will begin two weeks prior to each event.

For complete details, visit www.jbftasteamerica.org/event/phoenix.

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Explore “Kitchen on Tap” Pairing At Half Moon

Half Moon Sports Grill, with two locations in Phoenix, 2121 East Highland Avenue and 288 East Greenway Parkway, announced the addition of its new “Kitchen on Tap” promotion last month, pairing draft seasonal and craft beers with menu items that include the featured draft beers in each recipe.

“Kitchen on Tap” specials range in price from $7-$15 depending on the item. The August pairing at both locations is Dos Equis Carne Asada: Carne asada marinated with Dos Equis Lager and fresh lime grilled to perfection. This month’s special is served on soft corn tortillas with pico de gallo, avocado crema, cotija cheese, salsa and cabbage tossed in a beer vinaigrette for $11.89.

For information, visit www.halfmoonsportsgrill.com, or call 602.977.2700 (Biltmore) or 602.993.6600 (Moon Valley).

For more than three decades, Yale Strom has been one of the world’s leading ethnographer-artists of klezmer music, history and culture. Since he began in 1981, Strom has been composing his own New Jewish music, which combines klezmer with Khasidic nigunim, Roma, jazz, classical, Balkan and Sephardic motifs. He composed original music for the Denver Center production of Tony Kushner’s The Dybbuk. He also composed all the New Jewish music for the National Yale Strom Public Radio series “Fiddlers, Philosophers & Fools: Jewish Short Stories from the Old World to the New,” hosted by Leonard Nimoy. His many recordings run the gamut of traditional klezmer to “new” Jewish music and have appeared on Top Ten, Year’s Best and critically acclaimed lists across North America.

Strom is also a compelling educator. He is an artist-in-residence in the Jewish Studies Program at San Diego State University, a position that was created for him. He was the first klezmer violinist to be invited to instruct master classes at the American String Teachers Association and was the klezmer instructor at the prestigious Mark O’Connor Fiddle Camp. His research has resulted in books, documentary films, CD recordings, plays and photo-exhibitions that have been seen and heard all over the world.

He will perform live Sunday, August 7, at 3pm for the Arizona Jewish Historical Society (AZJHS) with his wife Elizabeth and with the Rural Street Klezmer Band. Formed in 2002, the Rural Street Klezmer Band includes musicians from throughout the Greater Phoenix area and is based out of Temple Emanuel in Tempe.

This program is funded in part by a generous grant from the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Phoenix. The performance will be held at the Cutler-Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center, 122 East Culver Street in Phoenix.

Tickets are $18 ($10 for AZJHS and NowGen Members). For more information, call 602.241.7870 or visit www.azjhs.org.

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Arizona Jewish Historical Society Presents Klezmania

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Explore The World Of Essential Oil Alchemy Dog-Eared Pages bookstore in Phoenix continues its Alchemist’s Guild classes this month with a number of different offerings, for every level of experience. The classes explore essential oils and their many various uses. Classes include: Basic Alchemy: Introductory Oils Curious about essential oils? Attend this free class held August 4 at 5:30pm (open to acolytes and curious folks), and learn how to apply nature’s wealth in life. Bring a friend and get a prize.

Cleopatra’s Skincare Alchemy Make & Take Learn the secrets to making the most amazing skincare products, and take home a Foaming Facial Cleanser & Exfoliate (August 6, 1pm; cost $8) or a Facial Serum (August 22, 5:30pm; cost $20). Email info@dogearedpagesused books.com to reserve a seat.

Fun & Frisky Alchemy for Adults Make & Take Guests will love the bottle they take home from this class. There are

many precious oils in this formula, so attendees must register and pay in advance.

Cost is $20; August 6 (3pm), August 27 (3pm) and August 29 (5:30pm). Email info@dogearedpagesusedbooks.com to reserve a seat.

Basic Alchemy: Introductory Oils Learn how to apply nature’s wealth in life. Attendees will receive a free Essential Oils Starter Kit Recipe book and a $10 coupon for their next oils purchase, along with a free hand scan. Cost is $25; August 8 (5:30pm) and August 13 (1pm).

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Alchemists VS Zombies!

Learn how essential oils could save your life, during a SHTF crisis.

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medicine fails and a $15 coupon toward initial purchase of oils. Cost is $30; August 11 (5:30pm) and August 20 (1pm).

Spring Cleaning with Mother Nature Ditch the toxic chemicals to clean the home and switch to a more natural option. This is a free class.

Bring a friend and receive a free foaming hand soap. August 13 (3pm) and August 15 (5:30pm).

Animal Alchemy Attend this free class, August 27 at 1pm, and learn how to apply nature’s bounty to furry friends to improve their health and reduce pain and allergies.

Dog-Eared Pages is located at 16428 North 32nd Street. For information, call 602.283.5423 or visit www.dogearedpagesusedbooks.com.

Save The Date For Bright Night This fall, Phoenix Art Museum presents Bright Night, an exclusive event that blends art, food, fun and a live musical performance, all while raising funds to benefit exhibition and education programming for the Museum.

Featuring an outstanding exhibition of Kehinde Wiley’s paintings, Bright Night will feature an artistic and musical celebration with hand-crafted cocktails, heavy hors d’ oeuvres and small plates. Guests will also be treated to an exclusive and in-depth showing of Kehinde Wiley: A New Republic, which comes to the Museum from New York City and features the bold, colorful, Kehinde Wiley (American, b. 1977), Shantavia Beale large-scale paintings of the II, 2012. Oil on canvas. Collection of Ana and Lenny eponymous artist, along with Gravier. Copyright Kehinde Wiley. Photo: Jason Wyche, courtesy of Sean Kelly, New York. rare sculptural pieces.

Wiley is one of the leading American artists to emerge in the last decade, and has been ingeniously reworking the grand portraiture traditions. The works presented in Kehinde Wiley: A New Republic raise questions about race, gender and the politics of representation by portraying contemporary African American men and women using the conventions of traditional European portraiture.

The exhibition includes an overview of the artist’s prolific 14-year career and features 60 paintings and sculptures. For more information on Wiley, visit www.phxart.org/KehindeWiley.

Bright Night will be held Friday, October 28, beginning at 6:30pm. Phoenix Art Museum is located at 1625 North Central Avenue in Phoenix Tickets can be purchased at www.phxart.org. All proceeds benefit Phoenix Art Museum.

NORTH PHOENIX

The North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (NPCC) will hold its next monthly Business Resource & Networking Luncheon Tuesday, August 9, at Stonecreek Golf Club, 4435 East Paradise Village Parkway South in Phoenix, and Tuesday, August 23, at Indigo Bistro at the Sheraton Crescent Hotel, 2620 West Dunlap Avenue in Phoenix. The luncheon events are held from 11am-1pm.

The Chamber’s next Mix & Mingle event will be held Thursday, August 18, from 5:307:30pm, at Harvest Compassion Center, 4744 East Thunderbird Road, Suite 9, in Phoenix.

Established in 1963, the mission of the NPCC 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.

For additional information, call 602.482.3344 or visit www.northphoenixchamber.com.

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Phoenix PR Pro Creates All-New Hair Accessory

The creator, Lila Baltman

For years now, Lila Baltman of Phoenix, has noticed a popular and growing trend among girls and women of all different ages and hair types – long and short, curly or straight. They love wearing sunglasses on top of their heads, in their hair, like a headband. It doesn’t matter if it’s daytime or nighttime or whether it’s cold and rainy outside.

“I see it all the time in restaurants, shopping malls, offices, and even inside movie theaters,” says Baltman with a laugh. “Teen girls and women are constantly wearing sunglasses in their hair even when they’re completely indoors and out of the sun. Even women who wear eyeglasses on their eyes are also wearing sunglasses in their hair!”

The reason? “Most curved headbands pinch behind the ears and give women a headache,” explains Baltman. “That’s why I often wear sunglasses to help keep my hair back and off my face. Sunglasses are much more comfortable to wear and because of their shape, I like how they don’t flatten my hair. Sunglasses always give my hair a nice, Turquoise Sunset flattering lift on top.”

These days, however, Baltman isn’t reaching for her sunglasses anymore – she’s now wearing her all-new hair accessory product called “Hairglasses.”

“I came up with the idea to cover-up sunglasses with different fabric colors and beautiful patterns in order to turn sunglasses into a stylish, fashionable headband,” says Baltman.

Starting Hairglasses, LLC is an exciting, new business venture for Baltman.

Her professional background is not in fashion design or merchandizing. She is a professional writer and publicist who owns Lila Rose Baltman Public Relations.

“I definitely know how to publicize a product, I just never actually made my own product before so this is a fun, new challenge for me. My slogan is, ‘Save the sunglasses for your eyes, let Hairglasses be the flair in your hair!’”

There are currently 10 different styles to choose from. The fabric is hand-sewn on by a local team of seamstresses at Camelback Tailoring & Alterations in Phoenix. The fabric is non-removable and can be spot-cleaned.

Cost is $19 per pair (domestic shipping included) and can be purchased from www.hairglasses.com.

Conference For Aspiring Mystery Writers Desert Sleuths, the Phoenix area chapter of Sisters in Crime, a national organization of mystery and crime writers, will hold its day-long annual conference at the Embassy Suites Phoenix-Scottsdale on Saturday, August 13.

The theme this year is “Polish, Pitch, Publish: Mystery SOLVED.” Award-winning and best-selling mystery writers Alex Kava, Jan Burke and Jennifer Ashley will be featured.

Writers, aspiring writers and fans will learn how to author mystery novels and get them published. Victoria Lowes, a literary agent for the Bent Agency in New York City, will take pitches, Cynthia Hickey will talk about publishing options and Holly Lorincz will offer editing sessions. Noir at the Bar, a preconference reception will be held Friday night, August 12 at Stonecreek Golf Club, next door to Embassy Suites.

The reception on Friday evening begins at 7pm, the conference on Saturday runs from 7:30am-5:30pm. Embassy Suites is located at 4415 East Paradise Village Parkway South in Phoenix. Pre-registration runs from $130 to $140 depending on attendees Sisters in Crime membership status. At-the-door registration is $145. Lunch and snacks are included. Books written by the speakers and various members of Desert Sleuths will be available for purchase. For information and registration, visit www.desertsleuths.com.

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Social Entrepreneurship Summit Encourages Change For Good

FHT Announces Thirtieth Anniversary Production In celebration of its 30th anniversary, Fountain Hills Theater (FHT) is opening its 2016-17 season with 30 Years – The Show!, a high-energy musical retrospective of FHT’s extraordinary 30 year history.

Begun as the brainchild of Sandi McGee in 1986, FHT has since grown into one of the most respected and highest award-winning non-professional theaters in the Valley under the leadership of Val Stasik and the dedicated staff. Author and director Peter J. Hill, promises that this exciting, multi-media musical production will showcase – however briefly – at least one song from each of the over 100 musicals presented by FHT since they began.

Huge shows like Cats, Miss Saigon and The Producers, as well as smaller productions like Fantasticks, I Do, I Do and even the half-dozen world premier musicals will be represented. Thirty of FHT audiences’ favorite performers are returning to recreate some of their finest roles, including Alex Gonzalez, Patrick Russo and Noel Irick.

Tickets to 30 Years-The Show! are only $30, to see 30 performers celebrating 30 years of Fountain Hills Theater history. The production is produced

by Allison Hacker and directed by Hill. The show is choreographed by Irick and musically directed by Jennifer Whiting.

30 Years-The Show! will play August 19-28. Fountain Hills Theater is located at 11445 North Saguaro Boulevard. Tickets are available through the Theater Box Office at 480.837.9661, Extension 3. Visit www.fhtaz.org for additional information.

Photo: Fountain Hills Theater’s first production, A Christmas Carol, in 1987

Sugar Ray The fifth annual Summerland Tour with Sugar Ray, Everclear, Lit and Sponge will be coming to Fort McDowell Casino in Fountain Hills on August 13. The Summerland Tour, previously heralded by Rolling Stone as one of the “10 Hottest Summer Package Tours,” kicked off on July 8 in Louisville, Kentucky.

Formed in 2012 by Art Alexakis, lead guitarist and vocalist of Everclear, the Summerland Tour has featured notable nostalgic alternative rock bands.

Everclear

With tremendous excitement towards this year’s Summerland Tour, Alexakis explains, “This is the kind of line up I’ve dreamed of when I started the Summerland Tour. We kicked it off with Sugar Ray for the first year, so it feels great to have band join us for the fifth anniversary. We love Lit and Sponge and cannot wait to share the stage with them.

This lineup is stacked and this summer is going to be an adventure.”

For information, visit www.summerlandtour.net, or look for “TheSummerlandTour” on Facebook.

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According to Local First Arizona, corporate social responsibility is the future of business in Arizona. From printing companies that are employee owned, to restaurants that are striving toward zero waste, to bookstores that advocate for issues they believe in and law firms that have local purchasing commitment, there are countless ways that local businesses are solving problems in our state and are setting good examples for other business owners. The SOCENT Summit, organized

by Local First Arizona and SUSTAINWE, will be a day to hear directly from Arizona entrepreneurs about how and why they decided to create change.

As more consumers seek out companies whose impact are transparent and aligned with their values, businesses that incorporate social responsibility into their operations have much to gain. They can increase credibility and trust in their brand, create an engaged workforce and attract employees, generate press, attract investors and funders and stand out as a role model in the community. Social responsibility is something that every business can incorporate, and small steps can make a big impact.

“Local First Arizona sees the positive impact that Arizona businesses have been making in the state and we are excited to be able to highlight some of them at this event,” says Helene Tack, program development director of Local First Arizona. “Companies like O’Neil Printing that have been operating for over 100 years and are employee owned; Pizza People Pub, a restaurant that is striving towards zero waste; Fed by Threads, a clothing company that is sourcing from American, sustainable clothing companies and helping feed the hungry in the process; and the Dhaba, a restaurant/market/cultural center that operates with their community in mind.

The SOCENT Summit will be an opportunity to hear their stories, and for business owners from all industries to be inspired to follow their lead and learn how to incorporate methods that attract employees, benefit their community and give them recognition.”

The SOCENT Summit will be held Tuesday, September 20, 8am-3:30pm, at Vintage 45, 45 West Buchanan Street in Phoenix. Early bird tickets are $50; full price tickets are $60 after August 8. For more information and tickets, visit www.localfirstaz.com/socent.

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Arizona Real Estate Matters

Property Tax Liability & HOA’s

By Bill Iannelli

Paint Colors Have a Mind, And A Feel, Of Their Own BARBARA KAPLAN

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Everyone dreads painting. Whether painting yourself or hiring a professional painter, fragile pieces must be put away, furniture moved, pictures and wall hangings taken down.

The biggest decision is what colors to choose. And all rooms don’t have to be the same color. Consider an accent wall, or maybe faux finishes? Add interest by painting the ceiling, baseboards, doors and jambs in different colors. Be daring, creative and add personality.

Transform your home without buying anything new.

Choose a key color – your rooms can have a different energy simply by the choices you make. Coordinate the feeling you want with the feeling the color gives you. When adding a second color, repeat it in accessories. For example, an accent wall can be the definition and picked up again somewhere else in the room with an object on a table or in a fabric.

Ceilings don’t have to be white, regardless the color of the walls.

Paint the ceiling the same color as the walls – reduce or lighten the color by about one-half, if necessary.

View the ceiling as a fifth wall. Using a color on your ceiling can make a room feel taller, more intimate or more interesting.

Most importantly, never paint a room without first seeing a large sample on several walls. Never trust choosing a color from a 1-inch piece of paper.

Painting a room or accent wall a dark color can be a surprise, because it needn’t close in the room. When you place furniture or a picture in front of the dark wall, it will recede, making the space appear bigger, dramatic and more interesting.

Paint expresses you and your furnishings in a personal way and makes a statement. No matter what color you choose, the walls and rooms don’t care, you will! Remember, rooms have no feelings, you do!

For additioanl information or articles on Barbara, visit “Meet the Columnists” on news.citysuntimes.com.

Q: My friend went through bankruptcy last spring and has not had a consistent job for more than a year. She tried to short sale her house twice. The first one was to a buyer with 80% cash but the bank did not even respond. Before being evicted she moved out and into a very modest mobile home. The bank never actually foreclosed, probably to avoid the tax liability, and now the home is empty but still in her name. Now the real estate taxes are due. She has no money to pay the property taxes and is worried sick. I believe there would eventually be a tax lien on the property. Can the state sue her or claim what little tax return she might get to pay the real estate taxes?

Wouldn’t the unpaid taxes be the bank’s problem, since the tax lien purchaser would have a superior lien?

A: You answered your own question. The city will not go after her for back taxes. That will be the responsibility of the bank when they take the property back. She should of had an answer on the short sale if an experienced agent handled the transaction. It’s very important to hire good help.

Q: Can an HOA impose a restriction that doesn’t appear in the Rules and Bylaws? Specifically, the Board asked me to trim the branches of a weeping tree to 3 feet above the ground.

There’s no such written restriction in any documents. The mgmt. co told me sometimes the CCRs are “vague,” and they “have to eyeball the situation” to determine what they think you should do. They seem to not like the look of my big tree.

A: That’s a pretty vague answer. They may have something in the Conditions, Covenants and Restrictions about maintaining the trees and landscape but that’s a reach. I would ask for the specific clause that addresses the 3 feet above ground. If it’s not covered in the CC and Rs the city code would apply with regard to keeping your yard nice. To argue about something so small always amazes me. If they start imposing fines and causing problems, you will have to decide how far you want to take this.

Bill Iannelli is broker/owner of Iannelli and Associates Real Estate, serving the entire Valley of the Sun and Prescott.

Email your questions to bill@azrealestatematters.com, or call 602.463.9166. The answers are not intended to be legal advice.

Please consult an attorney for more information.

COMMUNITY VOICES Is Life Coaching For You? DIANE OLSEN Personal Life Coach

We all love a good story. The characters, the setting, the plot, the conflict and the resolution – it’s all there in a good story where we find heartfelt connection with the human spirit. We especially enjoy a story where we find some part of ourselves portrayed in one of the characters or their circumstances – a part that we connect with through our own experience.

We are each individually a unique living story, a story about how we have already lived, as well as our present day story, the one we are creating, living and “writing” each day. Coaching invites us to objectively explore our story, in whole or in part, as a way of seeing where we are now and discovering what it is we want or need to “write” next.

Whether you find yourself writing a story of personal change and growth, healing and wellness, spiritual direction and growth, a new career or possibly retirement, life coaching may be exactly what you need to help you “write” the next chapter of your life.

What is your developing life story? Do you need help discovering or planning your direction for the future?

Can you trust a coach to guide you, to ask you insightful and meaningful questions, helping you set goals and then reach them? Are you ready and willing to do the work of creating positive change for the next chapter of your continuing story?

If you are, then life coaching may be just what you need.

For more information, visit www.dianeolsen.org.

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Carefree Announces New 2016-17 Event Calendar

By Mayor Les Peterson

• November 1: Holiday lights in the Desert Gardens through January • November 4-6: Thunderbird Artists Carefree Fine Art and Wine Festival • November 11: Veterans Day Celebration • November 25-27: Carefree Southwest Art & Indian Market • December 9-11: Ninth Annual Carefree Christmas Festival – Santa, Electric Light Parade, a giant snow hill, gift market and more! Visit CarefreeChristmasFestival.com, Free Admission • January 20-22: Thunderbird Artists Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival • February 10-12: Carefree Artisan Gifts and Chocolate Festival • March 17-19: Thunderbird Artists Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival • April: Free Sunday Concerts in the Garden 1-3pm (excluding Easter) For updates on the Town of Carefree event calendar check out www.visitcarefree.com.

Polling Location For Upcoming Elections The polling location for the August 30 Primary Election and the November 8 General Election for Carefree residents that did not use a mail-in ballot will be held at Carefree Fire Station No. 1, Community Room, 37401 North Tom Darlington Drive. A Ballot Drop Box will be available from 8am-4:30pm Monday through Friday for completed Mail-in Ballots from August 3 to August 26 at Carefree Town Hall, 8 Sundial Circle.

For information about elections, visit www.carefree.org/167/elections.

Halloween spirit invades Carefree for its second year in the form of whimsical pumpkin carvings from master sculptor Ray Villafane (www.villafanestudios.com).

The Enchanted Pumpkin Garden will be open to the public and woven throughout the four-acre Carefree Desert Gardens.

This free, one-of-a-kind fall event celebrates incredible artistry and the enchantment of the Halloween season for all ages and runs October 17-31, 10am-10pm, 101 Easy Street.

New in 2016 will be the unveiling of Villafane’s life size scarecrows, which are constructed mostly of organic materials and hand sculpted individually. Visitors are invited back to stroll and experience the many new mischievous pumpkin characters, artfully imagined and frolicking in their magical garden home and new Pumpkin Town featuring a general store, saloon and bank. In addition to the playful pumpkins, Villafane and his team will carve 10 3D pumpkin faces preserved and displayed in tanks that resemble Saguaro cacti, sculpted and immersed in a pickling solution for preservation and lit by LED lighting. Ray will again, carve “colossal” 400-pound pumpkins and visitors are welcome to ask questions while kids can carve with him up-close and personal.

Other special weekend events include family carving nights with Ray Villafane and the YMCA, Picasso pumpkin activities for kids, “adopt a pumpkin” pumpkin patch, pumpkin bowling, pumpkin pie eating contest, an ultimate bake-off, craft beer garden, culinary food trucks and autumnal snacks managed by AZFeastivals.com.

On Halloween, costumes are encouraged and kids are welcome to trick or treat at various stations throughout the gardens.

For more information, visit www.carefree.org or www.carefreepumpkingarden.com, or call 480.488.3686.

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Carefree is pleased to announce this upcoming season’s event schedule and strategy focusing on high quality, unique themes that are engaging for MAYOR all ages. An example of this is the return of world Town of Carefree renowned artist, Ray Villafane, creating a one-of480.488.3686 a-kind exhibit that can only be seen in Carefree. www.carefree.org The overwhelming response in 2015 of the Enchanted Pumpkin Garden was heard across the globe, as far as Japan.

It reaffirmed that we chose the right strategy in producing and selecting quality entertainment that has a broad appeal while supporting the Town’s brand as it moves forward into the future.

We invite you to mark your calendar and attend these unique and historic events: • October 17-31: Enchanted Pumpkin Garden, Featuring renowned artist Ray Villafane. Rated “Best in the Valley in 2015” by Phoenix Magazine. Ray will again deliver whimsical pumpkin carved creations, featuring new scarecrows and a pumpkin village for all ages. CarefreePumpkinGarden.com; Free admission

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Yellow Lines On The Road

SOUL CONNECTION

I’m intrigued by the power of huge trucks and machines and I admire the men and women who know how to drive them.

While on a cool, pre-sunrise walk through Santa Fe’s empty historic streets, I noticed a big truck with a marquee sign flashing “Do Not Drive On Wet Paint” parked on Galisteo Street.

The driver was sitting in the cab wearing a headset, and another operator, 20 or more feet at the rear of the truck, was also wearing a headset, so they could communicate. Between them, on the bed of the truck, were large tanks holding gallons of white and yellow paint.

As I got closer, the diesel engine started with a roar and belched black smoke from behind the driver’s cab.

ALLEN NOHRE The driver made a sharp left turn on to West De Vargas Writer Street down the middle of which two faded yellow lines ran for several blocks. I watched as the driver skillfully lined up the spray nozzles on the front of truck to perfectly align with the lines in the street.

When the nozzles reached the beginning of the faded lines, new yellow paint sprayed out precisely where the old line began. I continued to watch the truck drive down the street spraying paint exactly on the old lines, never splashing outside the faded ones.

As I continued my invigorating walk, I thought about the talent of the operators. Not only do they know how to drive a big truck, they have the skill to operate a high tech machine that has computers and GPS instruments. They weren’t aware that I became a fan and they don’t know I appreciate the yellow and white lines they put on the road to make driving safer for all of us.

Allen Nohre lives in Carefree with his wife, Kathie. He is a writer at Terros and can be reached at anohre@cox.net.

Bare Matters Brings Passion To Personal Care The path that Gina LaRocca Smith chose when entering into skin care was one of change and challenge. Coming from a 20-year background with a Bachelors of Science degree in Business, then moving into health and wellness through bodywork and massage, she realized the demand to bring skin care into her business for clients. Smith had requests from her clients for additional services to help them feel healthier and confident, not only from the inside, but also from the outside. Which is where her company, Bare Matters, comes in.

“I have created a salon that offers old school services, back when there was no rush, where clients received the full hour for treatments in a fresh, relaxing and clean environment,” says Smith. “A place that is affordable and makes you feel safe and renewed. A serene escape that holds quality, integrity and customer service as main priorities. At Bare Matters, I want to know what I am not doing for my clients. Customer feedback is the essential key to providing a custom and personal service for each and every client.”

Smith, who is a licensed esthetician, certified laser tech and certified massage therapist, says that she wants customers to walk away with an “experience, a journey, a difference,” and she found that the Town of Carefree was the ideal place to start her salon.

“I look forward to giving all I can to provide my customers with a salon they can call their own.”

Bare Matters is located at 7202 East Carefree Drive, Suite 1C, in Carefree. For information, call 602.376.3954 or visit www.barematters.skincaretherapy.net.

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ProMusica To Hold Auditions ProMusica Arizona will hold auditions for both the Chorale and Orchestra at Crosswinds Presbyterian Church, 20125 North 15th Avenue in Phoenix, Tuesday, August 9, from 7-9pm, and Tuesday, August 23, from 7-9 pm.

All voices are welcome to audition for Chorale. Vocalists should be able to read music and have experience in choral singing. A one-minute prepared song is required.

Auditions for vocalists consist of an assessment of range, vocal quality, intonation and reading ability. Accompanist will be provided.

Auditions for all instruments are welcome for Orchestra. Instrumentalists need to have an intermediate/advanced skill level. A one-minute prepared piece is required.

Accompanist will be provided. For an audition appointment, contact PMAZ executive director Yvonne Dolby at ydolby@pmaz.org.

For more information, visit www.pmaz.org.

Foothills Animal Rescue will hold a pet health and wellness fair, Detective DNA & Doggie Health Fair, August 27 from 9am-12pm at McDowell Mountain Ranch Community Center, 10607 East Paradise Lane in Scottsdale.

The event will help attendees discover the traits of his or her rescued dog.

When adopting a pet, owners want to know how big the dog will get, whether they are good with kids, behavior issues, future health concerns and prevention.

Knowing the breed makeup can shed light on that. In addition to DNA tests, event offerings include:

Detective DNA & Doggie Health Fair Event

• Microchipping by Dynamite Animal Hospital • Training specialists • Nail trimming by Seven Dogs Grooming

• Nutri Source pet food samples

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• Learning essential oils for animals by Donna Bradfield and Young Living

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Foothills Animal Rescue is located at 23030 North Pima Road in Scottsdale.

Founded in 1995, its mission is to save lives through the rescue, care and adoption of homeless cats and dogs. For more information, call 480.488.9890 or visit www. foothillsanimal.org.

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Foothills Community Foundation (FCF) is offering diverse and innovative community programs and events for its upcoming season, September 2016 – May 2017. All events take place at the Holland Community Center, 34250 North 60th Street, Building B, Scottsdale. Here are some of the upcoming events and programs.

T.G.I.F. Tasters Club meets one Friday a month from 3-5pm with an aficionado to learn about their craft and product and then savor the taste of what they bring to the table.

From olive oil to wine and coffee to chocolate, this event is for the both curious samplers and connoisseurs.

Visual Arts Exploration Series is offered January 16 – February 20.

Local experts, educators and artists present topics from architecture to selfies. Visual arts presentations are packed into the newly expanded 2017 series with seven consecutive Monday’s from 3:30-5pm. Wine and cheese reception begins at 3:30pm with one-hour presentations starting at 4pm.

International Film Festival at the Holland Community Center. Gary Zaro, Director of “The Film Festival at PVCC” main campus, brings the Festival’s international Mystery and Suspense Thrillers films to the Center September 2016 – May 2017 (no December film). One Friday each month, Zaro will introduce each film and lead a post-film discussion. Enjoy special food treats representing each film’s culture.

Morning Joe with TED. Explore a topic through the TED medium.

What’s TED? Short videos (under 20 minutes) of speakers talking about ‘ideas worth spreading’ every first Tuesday of the month (October – April, except January).

Weekly Bingo. Every Thursday at 1:30pm in the Holland Community Center. Open to the public with cards starting at $13. New theme days added one Thursday a month. Raffle prizes and $375 paid out weekly. Cards go on sale at 1pm.

Most programs charge a fee with some discounted with pre-purchase of an entire series. Online registration will be available at www.azfcf. org beginning in August. For more information, call 480.488.1090.

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Annual Golf-Fore-Charity Aids St. Vincent de Paul The 15th Annual GolfFore-Charity event, created and hosted by Our Lady of Joy Knights of Columbus, took place on April 25 at two of North Scottsdale’s premier private golf courses: Troon Country Club and Desert Highlands Golf Club.

The yearly event features hole-in-one competitions, a putting contest, silent and live auctions, a raffle and awards.

Over the course of 15 years, the Knights of Columbus have raised a total of $1.6 million for local charities, including L-R: Knights of Columbus member Jim McNamara, event chair Dennis Gougion, St. Vincent Foothills Food Bank, Habitat de Paul Executive Director Steve Zabilski and Knights of Columbus members Jim Trinchitella for Humanity, St. Joseph Youth and Cory Schidler, Grand Knight Camp and Aid to Women’s Center, among many others. Their primary beneficiary is St. Vincent de Paul, which provides a variety of services to feed, clothe, house and heal families and individuals in need in central and northern Arizona.

This year’s event raised $105,000 for St. Vincent de Paul. Members from the Knights of Columbus recently visited the organization’s main campus to present their check.

For more information or to get involved in next year’s tournament, visit www.golf-fore-charity.org.

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1.36 ACRE LOT – CAREFREE ROLLING HILLS Enjoy a “night hike” at the park. Photo courtesy of Cave Creek Regional Park

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CAREFREE PLAZA: 7275 Easy Street, Suite A-104, 1240 sq.ft. Newly decorated. Private bath. Individual heating and cooling. Excellent exposure. Modified gross lease available.

UNDER CONSTRUCTION: Corner of Elbow Bend & Nonchalant. 7405 Nonchalant, 2500 sq.ft. New building. 7 Luxury Office Suites, 234-410 sq.ft. Can be combined. Turnkey ready. Tile and carpeting throughout. Private baths. Individual heating and cooling. Modified gross lease available.

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CAREFREE CORNERS: 7509 Cave Creek Road. Corner of Elbow Bend & Cave Creek Road. 3 suites avail. 2875, 3165, and 3165 sq.ft. Multi-use building with roll up rear doors for assemblage, work area, 13 ft to graduating 18 ft ceiling. Front for showplace displays and office.

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Cave Creek Regional Park will offer a number of events for residents during the month of August.

First up is the Clay Mine Adventure, held August 5 from 7-9pm. Inside Clay Mine, the Ranger will discuss the history of this site and explain how its contents were used to “cure what ailed ya.” Bring water, a flashlight and a camera. No pets.

Park at the Nature Center and follow the directions at the trailhead kiosk to the Clay Mine. This program is in “open house” format so guests may participate at their convenience during the scheduled time frame. The last tour starts at 8:30pm.

Also this month, Hot August Night Hike, held Friday, August 26, from 7-8pm.

Meet Ranger Mark at the Nature Center to hike along one of the scenic trails by the light of the moon and stars. There’s not telling what will be found along the way, so be sure to bring a camera. Bring plenty of water and a flashlight. Wear sturdy footwear and weather appropriate clothing. No pets.

Ranging in elevation from 2,000 feet to 3,060, Cave Creek Regional Park is a 2,299-acre desert oasis that provides any hiker and equestrian majestic views.

The Go John Trail loops around a mountain to provide the illusion of being miles away from civilization. In the 1870s, fever stricken gold seekers staked their dreams on the jasper-studded hills. Guided trails to these sites give visitors an opportunity to travel back in time.

Cave Creek Regional Park is located at 37900 North Cave Creek Parkway. For more information, call 623.465.0431 or visit www.maricopacountyparks.net.

A rare opportunity to own and build on this exceptional lot which includes a tennis court, and can be an excellent site, or not. Ample room to build your dream home, affording exquisite views to surrounding mountains and peaceful surroundings.

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Desert Foothills Theater Announces 2016-17 Season Desert Foothills Theater is celebrating its 42nd season with a diverse schedule of entertaining productions. The schedule for the 2016-17 season of shows includes: Oct. 7-16: The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley, Jr. Musical comedy/Youth production Nov. 11-20: Nunsense: The Mega Musical Comedy Musical comedy Jan. 13-22: All Shook Up Musical comedy/Youth production Featuring the songs of Elvis Presley Feb. 3-12: Unnecessary Farce Stage comedy March 31 – April 9: Gypsy Musical May 12-21: Disney’s Beauty & the Beast, Jr. Musical comedy/Youth production

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The non-profit Desert Foothills Theater (DFT) is a program of the Foothills Community Foundation. DFT’s shows are held at the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center, 33606 North 60th Street, in Scottsdale. To purchase tickets, visit www.dftheater.org or call 480.488.1981.

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August Chamber Events Chamber The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce invites area business owners and residents to mix and mingle at its monthly mixer event. The next Chamber Mixer will be held August 10 from 5:30-7pm at Don & Janet Mohr, Realty Executives, 36826 North 52nd Street, Cave Creek.

The next Chamber Business Breakfast will be held August 25 from 8-9:30am at Harold’s Cave Creek Corral, 6895 East Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek.

To learn more about the Chamber, call 480.488.3381 or visit www.carefreecavecreek.org.

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By Mayor Vincent Francia

The election season is in full swing in Cave Creek.

Candidate signs vie for limited space at intersections, social media posts are spiking and a new site, Cavecreekers Infamous Politics – Voters Forum, has become an on-line gathering place for questions, ideas and opinions to be exchanged. A nice addition, this site, for voices to be heard.

The primary election, featuring three candidates for Mayor and 11 for six available council seats, is set for August 30.

MAYOR During the 16 years I’ve been Cave Creek’s mayor, I’ve Town of Cave Creek served with many different council people. Though I may 480.488.1400 have had political and policy differences with a few of www.cavecreek.org them, what I can tell you without exception, is all of them were doing their best.

Public service is a kind of calling – meaning, you’re motivated to serve but you’re not sure what you’re getting into. That’s natural and that uncertainty keeps you humble. However, there are three guiding principles the newly elected will quickly learn: • First, Cave Creek is a Council-Manager form of government. Council sets policy, the Town Manager manages the staff, not the mayor or councilmembers • Second, once elected you represent all of the citizens. This includes the ones who voted for you and those that didn’t.

• And third, you will vote Yay or Nay, guaranteeing that you’ll be a hero to half the citizens and a burro (or worse) to the other half.

Which brings us to the citizens, the voters, for the process is as important as the outcome. The process is the act of citizens’ voting. In this case, the more citizens voting, the better. In this day and age, what with mail-in ballots and convenient voting at Town Hall, there is no reason not to cast your ballot for those you would like to see lead the community forward.

Cave Creek is a special community. We, who call it home, know, cherish and protect that. We’re not shy about expressing our opinions. There’s no better way to do that than by exercising your right to vote.

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With the 2016 Wild West Days quickly approaching (November 6-8), committee members are encouraging residents to get their parade entries registered.

Parade day is Saturday, November 5, kicking off at 9am, and this year will once again include motorized vehicles.

Entry forms, and additional information, can be found at www.wildwestdayscavecreek.com. Click on the “Participate” link and look for the Parade Entry Form download. All entries should be mailed to Leslie Jensen, PO Box 454, Cave Creek, AZ 85327. They may also be dropped off at the Farm Bureau office: 6544 East Cave Creek Road, Suite 4, in Cave Creek Any questions may be addressed to Jensen, Farm Bureau Insurance, by calling 602.432.8594 or sending an email to homesbyleslie@msn.com.

A trail at the Jewel of the Creek Preserve in Cave Creek, land protected and managed by Desert Foothills Land Trust. Photo by Jim David Photography.

North Valley Featured In Award-Winning Films Area photographer and filmmaker Jim David was awarded five honors, including the Silver Telly, the top distinction, by the 37th Annual Telly Awards for a pair of films created for the local nonprofit Desert Foothills Land Trust (www.dflt.org).

The Telly Awards recognize outstanding local, regional and cable TV commercials, as well as the best video and film productions and online commercials. This year’s competition garnered more than 13,000 entries from all 50 states and numerous countries. Fewer than 10 percent of entries are chosen as winners of the Silver Telly.

Created for online audiences, Discover a Jewel received a Silver Telly for cinematography/videography and a Silver People’s Telly, voted by the online community. It also won a Bronze Telly in the category of nature/wildlife.

Protecting the Landscape You Love garnered Bronze Tellys in the categories of videography/cinematography and charitable/nonprofit. The videos represent the first film project by the husband and wife team of Jim and Susan David.

“Knowing how many skilled craftsmen submit work to be evaluated for Telly Awards, it is a sincere honor to be recognized with their top award,” says David. “This project was also very fulfilling since I was able to film it in my own backyard – areas that are special to me where I hike regularly with my own family.”

Featuring soaring views of the Sonoran Desert and people enjoying its bounty, accompanied by a professional narration, the videos highlight the properties in the North Valley that the land trust has been able to preserve for this and future generations. The films can be viewed at www.vimeo.com/ jimdavidphoto.

“These awards recognize a wonderful project that the Land Trust is using to promote continued conservation of the desert landscape,” says Jeffrey Marshall, a Land Trust board member and chair of its communications committee. “This was a complex project that involved the enthusiastic support of volunteers, and the images are stunning and give viewers a great sense of what our properties offer.”

For more information, visit www.jimdavidphotography.com.

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The Sixth Annual Cartwright’s Sonoran Ranch House History Dinner series continues this month. Cartwright’s welcomes guests every other Wednesday through October 26 for stories, songs and sagas from some of the Valley’s most colorful and knowledgeable spinners. This year’s dinners are sponsored by Sanderson Lincoln and promise to be the best yet.

Cartwright’s combines a love for area history, matched only by its world-class Sonoran-inspired fare. Like its namesake, the Cartwright family, who settled in the North Valley in 1877, Cartwright’s has carved its own place in these rugged desert foothills with hard work, integrity and the fortitude to build a legacy.

Join them in preserving the values and the folkways that have drawn folks Westward for over 150 years.

Each history dinner begins with no-host cocktails in the award-winning Cartwright’s Sonoran Ranch House Ranch Room, followed by three-course dinner selections carefully prepared by chef Brett Vibber and pastry chef Amanda Crick. Diners can sit back, relax and be regaled by stories of the Old West, and follow along with escapades and shenanigans.

The August 3 dinner featured speaker is Marshall Trimble, Arizona’s Official State Historian, presenting “What’s in a Name: Arizona’s Colorful Place Names.” Trimble’s wit is matched only by his love for legend and lore of Arizona’s early ranching and mining pioneers, and he will be bringing guests the back stories of some of the most colorfully named towns and spots in our great state.

The August 17 dinner features Dolan Ellis, Arizona’s Official State Balladeer, presenting “Tall Tales, Lost Trails & Heroes.” Hear songs and stories and feel the draw of the desert and mountains through award-winning photography, song and stories. This show and his album by the same name represent more than 30 years of traveling, photographing and writing about his explorations and experiences.

The August 31 dinner features Charlie LeSueur, Arizona’s Official Western Film Historian, presenting “Songs of the Cowboys (and Cowgirls).” Singing cowboys were the emotional voice of life on the range, establishing an enduring image of the cowboy as an American hero. Charlie LeSueur will spotlight the first singing cowboy, Gene Autry, King of Cowboys, Roy Rogers, “Happy Trails” songwriter and performer Dale Evans, and radio and film star, Judy Canova.

For menus and pricing details, visit www.cartwrightssonoranranchhouse. com/events. For reservations, call Cartwright’s between 12-9pm at 480.488.8031.

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HUNT Distinctive Properties & Fulton Rizzo Team Up The Fulton Rizzo Team has recently joined forces with HUNT Distinctive Properties. Team members Tom Fulton and MariaElena Rizzo have over 32 years of combined real estate experience and enjoy living locally in the Cave Creek/Carefree community. The team will continue to work out of their Rancho Mañana office, where they’ve been located for the last two years. The office, located at 5734 East Rancho Mañana Boulevard in Cave Creek, is open 9am-5pm, seven days a week.

Rizzo says joining HUNT Distinctive Properties has been a seamless business transition.

“We felt that the marketing power and business products created by HUNT Real Estate over the past 105 years provides our clients with expanded benefits whether they’re selling or buying,” Rizzo explains.

According to Rizzo, the HUNT “Six Steps to Success Program” for buyers and sellers allows the team to fully understand their clients’ goals and objectives and helps the team deliver a seamless and stress-free experience for the families they serve. Rizzo also said the ERA “Seller Security Plan Program” gives sellers the assurance of knowing if their house does not sell within a finite period, ERA will buy it.

Fulton Rizzo recently launched a new community based web-site, www. parkbench.com/cavecreek, where locals and visitors can go to check out local deals, events and business profiles in Cave Creek and Carefree. Local business owners who would like to be featured on Parkbench, for free, should contact Fulton Rizzo to set up a quick 30-minute interview.

Call the Fulton Rizzo office at 480.489.1811 for more details on these services.

Rizzo describes the Fulton Rizzo Team as, “A dedicated and caring team that is always there for you. Our years of local experience allows us to expertly negotiate and manage your transactions from contract to closing all while generating a high level of trust and loyalty.”

For more information, visit www.fultonrizzo.com.

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Farm Bureau Blood Drive A Success Leslie Jensen’s Farm Bureau Insurance office sponsored a blood drive Tuesday, July 19, and according to Jensen, “It was huge success in helping to save lives! The American Red Cross Blood mobile was hoping to collect at least 19 units during their visit and we achieved a total of 28 units.”

The company’s next Blood Drive will be in October. More details will be available closer to the event.

Farm Bureau Financial Services is located at 6554 East Cave Creek Road, Suite 4, in Cave Creek. For more information, call 480.575.0710 or visit www.agentlesliejensen.com.

Triple R Names New President Serving the Community Since 2002

Curry Eversole has been named president of Triple R Horse Rescue, the only horse and donkey rescue in Cave Creek.

According to board member Terilynn Meeker, Eversole’s vast equine experience will help the rescue continue to grow for the longterm. He is known most recently for working closely with the multitude of mini donkeys that arrived in Cave Creek from Texas for adoption.

Eversole, who resides in Desert Hills, has more than 30 years of experience working with horses, rodeo and conducting ranch work.

Retired from the military, Eversole had been volunteering at Triple R for several years.

Triple R Horse Rescue is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Its mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome horses in need. It is a 100 percent volunteer organization, and is located at the Spur Cross Stables. For additional information, visit www.triplerhorserescueaz.com.

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Area Real Estate Firm Partners With Residential Community

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Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Sonoran Desert Lifestyles announced last month the exclusive partnership with Hidden Rock at Cave Creek premiere residential community. Led by designated broker and owner Patrick Jones and Scott W. Lehmann, the brokerage will now operate and oversee the sales and marketing of Hidden Rock at Cave Creek.

“The team at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Sonoran Desert Lifestyles is committed to helping bring the stunning contemporary properties of Hidden Rock at Cave Creek to today’s sophisticated clientele,” says Jones. “We are looking forward to working with our partners at Hidden Rock at Cave Creek, we believe they are building the most innovative, creative and ecologically sensitive homes in the area, with their quality and our approach to lifestyle and design we believe our clients are going to fall in love with these properties and the community.”

“Hidden Rock at Cave Creek was founded, developed, designed by awardwinning designers who have worked their magic creating multiple floor plans for each of the environmentally friendly Luxury Homes. All are designed to help protect our local ecosystem without giving up luxury or personal style, all while providing breathtaking architecture,” says Stephen Allgood, managing partner, AB Hospitality. “In addition to 39 luxurious homes, five hillside custom homes, Hidden Rock at Cave Creek also will build six stunning live-work lifestyles homes to further enhance the Cave Creek community.”

The Hidden Rock at Cave Creek sales office will be open Wednesdays through Sunday from 11am-5pm and by appointment Monday’s and Tuesday’s. For more information, visit www.sonorandesertlifestyles.com.

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August Events At The Library Desert Foothills Library offers programming throughout the month for area residents – adults and youth alike. Here are a few of the youth events taking place in August.

Story Kids – Preschool Storytime: Tuesdays, 9:45am Children ages 2-and-a-half to 5, or those who have not yet entered kindergarten, are encouraged to enjoy a 30-minute storytime featuring books, music, flannel stories and puppets. Each week there will be an art or movement activity of some kind following the stories.

Siblings are welcome. Registration is not required.

Coding Club: Tuesdays (times vary) Youth ages 8-14 will learn how to code using software funded by the AZ State Library. Registration required.

Limited to 12 people, if using a library computer. Those who have their own Wi-fi-enabled laptop or tablet are guaranteed a spot. No experience necessary. Tutorials provided. Everyone learns at their own pace. Parental sign-up is required at first session. Participants must be able to read at a third grade level, or higher.

Sensory Playdate: Aug. 12, 11am-12pm Kids ages 4-6 are encouraged to learn about some exotic fruits while reading books and other activities, such as trying a variety of fruit. Kids can attend by themselves. Call to register.

Lego Builder’s Club: Aug. 25, 4-5pm Children ages 4 and up are invited to attend the monthly building club. There will be both chunky and regular building blocks. Call to register.

All events are free and take place at Desert Foothills Library, 38443 North Schoolhouse Road in Cave Creek. For more information, call 480.488.2286 or visit www.desertfoothillslibrary.org.

Little People’s Summer Dance Party: Aug. 2, 11-11:40am Kids ages 2-6 can dance and eat snacks, as well as play a variety of movement songs and dance tunes to delight young children. Older and younger siblings are welcome to join us. Call to register.

Music at the Movies Series: Aug. 4, 2pm Youth ages 5 and up are encouraged to attend this showing of the classic film, Mary Poppins.

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Little Ones – Family Lapsit: Thursdays, 9:45am Children ages 10 months to 4 years are invited to enjoy a fun 25-minute romp with music, books, rhymes, fingerplays and felt stories. Reinforced concepts include colors, shapes and counting to help children build a strong foundation of literacy skills. Siblings are welcome.

Registration is not required.

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SUPERINTENDENT’S MESSAGE

To contact Dr. Birdwell, call 480.484.6120. For more information on the Scottsdale Unified School District, visit www.susd.org.

New Social Media Marketing Offerings At SCC Scottsdale Community College (SCC) is offering a certificate of completion in Social Media Marketing starting this fall. The certificate program is designed to help students prepare for a job in the growing field and give those already working in the field an opportunity to validate their social media skills with a certification.

Students will take classes in: • Intro to Social Media • Business Communication • Principles of Marketing • Workplace Communication Skills

Anniversary Celebration & More At AZ Air Time To celebrate its fifth year in business, AZ Air Time is hosting an anniversary celebration all day on Wednesday, August 3. Special admission rates are $5 per hour for ages 6 and under; $8 per hour for ages 7 and older. Business hours will be from 10am-10pm. Guests will enjoy free balloon twisting, face painting and trampoline races for the kids from 12-3pm. Complimentary cake and sparkling apple cider will be served at 3pm and 6pm. Glow-in-the-dark dodgeball tournaments and slam dunk basketball contests for older kids from 5-10pm.

Special ice cream bar from 9-10pm.

In addition to its anniversary, AZ Air Time will host a Back-to-School Ice Cream Social August 21. Children will enjoy an afternoon of jumping, dodgeball, basketball and delicious ice cream sundaes. Free ice cream and toppings will be served from 10am-12pm to every child who pays admission. Admission is $8/ first hour of jumping for ages 6 and under; $13/first hour for ages 7 and older.

AZ Air Time is located at 13802 North Scottsdale Road, Suite 145, Scottsdale.

For more information, call 480.427.2000 or visit www.azairtime.com.

• Marketing and Social Media • Applied Marketing and Social Media • Professional Internship or Capstone Project Students will take two courses at a time, two nights a week, for two semesters. Scheduling is made easy for working adults, as classes are consistently scheduled on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30-9pm.

Financial aid is available to eligible students.

Students will have access to a computer lab, writing (tutoring) center, learning center, software applications and other resources aimed at helping them succeed.

The resources can be especially helpful to those returning to school after being away.

“These are not new classes that we are offering,” says Carole Redden, coordinator of SCC’s One Path Initiative, which includes the Social Media Marketing certificate program. “What’s new is the hybrid format, consistent scheduling, and the fact that students will be part of a cohort to better support each other’s success.”

Labor market surveys show a growing number of social media marketing related jobs ranging from Social Media Specialists to Digital Marketing Assistants. Many of those jobs list salaries ranging from $27,000 to $59,000, depending on experience.

For more information, contact Redden at 480.425.6696 or carole.redden@ scottsdalecc.edu, or visit www.scottsdalecc.edu.

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At the June 7, 2016, Governing Board meeting, the Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) Governing Board called for a special bond election and additional assistance budget override election to be held November 8, 2016.

Bonds and overrides are tools that a local community can use to provide funds Dr. A. Denise Birdwell for their schools above and beyond what Interim Superintendent, the state provides. With voter approval, Scottsdale Unified School District districts may issue bonds (which are purchased by investors) to fund projects that have a useful life longer than five years.

Overrides are used to provide additional funding to support what happens inside school classrooms. Capital improvement overrides fund items such as equipment, furniture and technology. A district may ask for an increase of up to 10 percent of the Revenue Control Limit (RCL) for a capital improvement override.

SUSD will be requesting voter consideration of both a bond and an additional assistance override.

The bond election will ask Scottsdale voters to approve up to $229 million in bonds (up to $40,000,000 per year for six years). Bond funding would be utilized to rebuild schools, for life cycle renovations, safety and security, high school tracks and fields and student transportation. The bond would result in no increase in taxes to Scottsdale residents.

The additional assistance override will request voter consideration for classroom capital purchases up to $8,500,000 annually, which will be effective July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2024. The override would bring back funding lost in fiscal year 2016 due to expiration of the capital override.

Community members interested in learning more information about the proposed bond and additional assistance overrides are invited to visit www.susd.org and click on the “elections” tab.

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Cécile McLorin Salvant Musical Instrument Museum

Aug. 16-17

Adele

Aug. 8-18

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Talking Stick Resort Arena www.live.adele.com/north-america

Lunch Time Theater: Land of a Thousand Dances Herberger Theatre www.herbergertheater.org

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Lizz Wright

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Musical Instrument Museum

Aug. 12

Robby Roberson Band Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

Aug. 3

Landau Eugene Murphy, Jr. Aug. 9

John Pizzarelli

Aug. 3

Musical Instrument Museum

Duran Duran with Chic featuring Nike Rodgers

Aug. 10-28

The Monkey and the Pirate

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Gila River Arena www.livenation.com

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Talking Stick Resort

Celebrity Theatre www.celebritytheatre.com; 602.267.1600, Ext. 1

Aug. 12-21

Scottsdale Cinematheque: Next Time I’ll Aim for the Heart Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

Aug. 19

Jay Allan & The Uncommon Good Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

Aug. 19

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Jackson Browne Mesa Arts Center

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Livewire www.livewireaz.com

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Aug. 5

Jay Leno Talking Stick Resort www.ticketmaster.com; 480.850.7734

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Gregory Alan Isakov Aug. 11

Monsieur Periné Musical Instrument Museum

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Downtown Phoenix www.artlinkphoenix.com; 602.256.7539

Don Bluth Front Row Theatre www.donbluthfrontrowtheatre.com; 480.314.0841

Aug. 5

The Sugar Thieves Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org; 480.499.8587

Aug. 5

The Piano Guys Comerica Theatre www.livenation.com

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The Gypsy Kings

Aug. 11

Artlink First Fridays

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The Great Arizona Puppet Theater www.azpuppets.org; 602.262.2050

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Aug. 12-13

The Four Phantoms

Musical Instrument Museum www.mim.org; 480.478.6000

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Alabama Shakes with Dawes Comerica Theatre

Guys and Dolls

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Wine & Bingo for Art Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art www.smoca.org; 480.499.8587

Aug. 12

Preseason: Arizona Cardinals vs. Oakland Raiders University of Phoenix Stadium www.universityofphoenixstadium.com/ events

Mesa Arts Center www.mesaartscenter.com; 480.644.6500

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Musical Icon: Elvis Musical Instrument Museum

Aug. 20

Dave Riley and Bob Corritore Blues Band Musical Instrument Museum

Aug. 14

Terry Bozzio Musical Instrument Museum

Aug. 15

Guns N’ Roses University of Phoenix Stadium www.livenation.com

Aug. 15

King Sunny Adé Musical Instrument Museum

Aug. 16

Old Crow Medicine Show and Brandi Carlile with The Secret Sisters Comerica Theatre

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Coyotes Celebrate Twenty Years In The Valley

Arizona Coyotes president and CEO Anthony LeBlanc announced last month that the Coyotes will commemorate their 20th anniversary as an NHL franchise throughout the upcoming 2016-17 season.

The Coyotes relocated to the Valley in 1996 and the team played its first regular season home game on October 10, 1996 versus the San Jose Sharks. The Coyotes will begin their 20th year in the desert against the Philadelphia Flyers on October 15 at Gila River Arena.

“Fans throughout Arizona have passionately embraced the Coyotes since our first season in 1996,” says LeBlanc. “We are extremely proud of our rich hockey history in the desert and we are looking forward to celebrating our 20 years in the Valley this season.”

In conjunction with the milestone, the Coyotes have designed a special 20th Anniversary mark that will be used in various locations – including the center ice logo at Gila River Arena for all home games and on www.arizonacoyotes.com.

Additionally, all season long, the team will wear an Arizona Coyotes 20th Anniversary patch on the right chest of each player’s home and away jersey.

The patch is an image of the state of Arizona with a large “20” displayed along with the years 1996 – 2016.

Additional plans to commemorate the team’s 20th anniversary on and off the ice will be announced before the start of the 2016-17 season. The Coyotes will release a line of 20th Anniversary merchandise that will be available at the Coyotes Den in Gila River Arena beginning in October and will use the Twitter hashtag #ARI20NA throughout the 2016-17 season to mark their 20th anniversary.

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The Area Agency on Aging has launched a new program to help older adults and their caregivers explore options, formulate a plan and navigate systems with a goal to keep older adults in their homes for as long as possible.

“AGEconnect takes the agency’s unmatched knowledge about resources for seniors and their caregivers to the next level of service,” says Area Agency on Aging president and CEO Mary Lynn Kasunic. “AGEconnect focuses exclusively on the wellbeing of seniors through comprehensive assessments and customized care plans based on their individual, specific needs.”

This private-pay enterprise “also is a collaboration with family caregivers, whether they’re in Arizona or living in another state, to help manage current needs and to prepare for what might lie ahead,” Kasunic says. “These services are important for both the older adults and those who love and care for them.”

AGEconnect provides a comprehensive in-home discussion about the individual’s current status and ongoing needs, a detailed plan based on those needs and ongoing follow up and support. Any proceeds generated through AGEconnect are reinvested in services, resources and programs for seniors in need and their caregivers.

The Area Agency currently serves more than 90,000 people annually, including 40,000 callers to the 24-hour Senior Help Line. For more information, visit www.ageconnect.com or call the Help Line at 602.264.4357. For more information about the Area Agency on Aging Region One, visit www.aaaphx.org.

Valley Medical Supplies, a self-pay only home medical equipment solutions provider, officially opened its retail showroom at Bell Road and 44th Street in late June.

The 3,600-square-foot retail showroom offers the community a large selection of health, wellness, accessibility and mobility equipment and supplies for purchase and rent, including mobility scooters and power wheelchairs; lift chairs; bathroom safety solutions; independent living aids; orthotics; ostomy and wound care products; nursing supplies; diagnostic equipment; and much more.

“Valley Medical Supplies is dedicated to helping the community live healthier and more comfortably without feeling the overwhelming financial burden often associated with healthcare today,” says founder Tim Rutti. “As the cost of healthcare continues to rise, we want to do everything in our power to serve the growing population whose needs are unmet by insurance.”

Rutti, an Arizona native, has worked in the local healthcare and medical supply spaces for 10 years in a variety of different functions including sales operation, field sales, marketing and new business development. He is an advocate for helping people to live independently and has worked with cystic fibrosis and spina bifida charities for many years.

“Our hope is that customers realize that with the knowledge and the right solutions to address their needs, they can remain independent longer and out of long-term care residences away from their homes, families and belongings that they’ve worked so hard to create during their lives,” says Rutti.

Valley Medical Supplies is located at 4030 East Bell Road, Suite 105, in Phoenix. For more information, call 602.900.4260 or visit www.valleymedicalsupplies.com.

Workshop To Focus On Kicking Sugar Addiction Live Jacked Training Studio, a Scottsdale personal training and lifestyle guidance studio for medical professionals, business executives, young professionals, active adults and Valley residents, is teaming up with integrative health coach, Crystal Jarvie, to host a Preventative Health Workshop Saturday, August 13, from 10-11:30am.

“At Live Jacked we focus on the whole person. We combine exercise and nutrition in an enjoyable, welcoming environment in order to help our clients lead a longer, healthier lifestyle,” says Michael Blake, owner. “It’s important for us to educate our clients, Crystal takes a holistic approach to health, and we’re very excited to host her Preventative Health Workshop for both our clients and Valley residents.”

This interactive workshop, focusing on “Sugar Blues,” will cover three main areas: nutrition, exercise and maintaining a healthy mindset. The workshop will be held at Live Jacked Training Studio, located at 4300 North Miller Road, Suite G 105, Scottsdale. Presented by Jarvie, owner of HealthStyles 4 You, participants will learn:

• How to make permanent, healthy lifestyle changes • Tips for easy meal planning and snack prep • The causes of sugar cravings and practical tools for dealing with them • Exercise ideas and strategies to stay on track • Healthy mindset training techniques • How to create a support team A study in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that excess sugar increases the risk for heart failure.

In addition to heart disease, a diet high in sugar can cause obesity, hormone imbalances, liver damage, cell aging, memory loss and more.

“Sugar is in most processed food, but we don’t always realize it because there are so many names used to describe sugar,” says Jarvie. “Eating a diet high in sugar is what makes us feel lethargic, moody, irritated and exhausted. And most of all, it can lead to disease.”

Space is limited; cost is $20. To RSVP, find the event on the HealthStyles 4 You Facebook page or call 480.815.1521.

For additional information, visit www.livejacked.com or www.healthstyles4you.com.

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Summer Sipping Sundays At Sorso Sorso Wine Room continues its Summer Sipping Sundays through August 15 with all day happy hour from 11am to close, and live music from 4:30-7:30pm. Guests will enjoy two for one house wines by the glass and draft beer; select bruschetta, three for $10; Brussels Board, $8; Ortaggio, $6; and The Dip, $4.

Sorso Wine Room at the Scottsdale Quarter is located at 15323 North Scottsdale Road. For more information, call 480.951.4344 or visit www.sorsowineroom.com.

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The Weekend Fun Bar is in full swing at Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill.

Offered every Saturday and Sunday from 11am-3pm for just $6.50 a drink, guests get their choice of a Bloody Mary, Mimosa or a Screwdriver.

With 44 items available at every Weekend Fun Bar, the possibilities are endless. Build your own Bloody Mary with carrots, hot sauces, Worcestershire sauce, clam juice, A1, pepper, celery, garlic or bleu cheese (just to name a few items). Feel like something a little fruitier? Class up a mimosa or screwdriver with two types of berries and choose between cranberry, orange juice or mango juice. Just order a preferred spirit at the table and then take it over to the buildyour-own Weekend Fun Bar for a creation that is uniquely one’s own Z’Tejas is a Valley destination for Mexican and Southwestern style cuisine.

For more information, visit www.ztejas.com.

Arizona Restaurant Association’s (ARA) Fall Arizona Restaurant Week is back for its ninth season to recognize the Valley’s epic cuisine from September 16-25.

During Fall ARW, more than 200 participating restaurants will offer a three-course prix-fixe menu for $33 or $44 per person, excluding beverages, tax and gratuity, unless otherwise noted. The carefully crafted menus offer food lovers their ultimate dining experiences.

“Arizona Restaurant Week unites Valley diners around one of our most common bonds, food. Restaurants bring their A-game and diners are the direct beneficiary, it’s truly a win-win,” says ARA president and CEO Steve Chucri.

Craft 64, Christopher’s and Crush Lounge, Arrowhead Grill, Liberty Market, High Tide Seafood, Rusconi’s American Kitchen, The Dhaba, Vincent’s and Posh Restaurant make up just a small sampling of participating restaurants around the Valley – many more will be added.

To keep up on all of the latest, including participating restaurants and their menus, visit www.arizonarestaurantweek.com.

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Market Street Kitchen (MSK) is shaking things up this summer with a “Secret Book Club” cocktail menu, which features handcrafted cocktails inspired by classic novels. Previous menus include Catcher in the Rye, and now all summer long MSK is stirring up a Treasure Island-themed cocktail menu overflowing with Tiki-tastic cocktails. Hidden inside actual copies of Treasure Island, tucked into the bookcase behind the bar, MSK’s Secret Cocktail Menu features six handcrafted cocktails such as the “Blood in the Water” (rhum agricole, genever, ginger liqueur, falernum, blue curacao, honey, lime, angostura bitters) and the “Dead Man’s Chest” (bourbon, falernum, Montenegro, lemon, pineapple, angostura bitters). Served inside festive Tiki mugs and garnished with gummy sharks, festive mini umbrellas and colorful fresh fruit and herbs. Market Street Kitchen is proving why it was finalist for the 2016 Foodist Award for its Premium Cocktail Program.

But that is just the beginning of the food and drink specials offered this summer. MSK is serving up Happiest Hour seven days a week, from 3-7pm. Savor chef-crafted bar bites starting at $5, or wet your whistle with $4 local draft beers, $5 wines by the glass and $5 well spirits, $7 well martinis, $5 bubbles and $7 classic cocktails.

Market Street Kitchen at DC Ranch is located at 20775 North Pima Road in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.278.7044 or visit www.marketstreetkitchen.com.

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Once a year, more than 75 of the region’s top chefs and restaurants gather in Southern Arizona to compete for the title of Champion. On Saturday, August 20, the Southern Arizona Salsa and Tequila Challenge returns, and will once again support Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance and the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona.

Salsa and Tequila Challenge attendees will enjoy unique salsa recipes and tequila-based cocktails, along with sweet and savory menu pairings.

A judging panel of culinary experts and enthusiasts will select winners in 12 categories including Best Traditional Salsa, Most Creative Cocktail, Best Food Pairing and Judges’ Choice in both Salsa and Tequila Categories, as well as many others. Participants can also win first, second and third place in the People’s Choice categories as attendees vote for their favorites throughout the evening.

Traditions from Mexico will also be expressed live on stage through Ballet Folklorico La Paloma, a colorful, energetic and captivating group of performers. Latin sensation Orquesta Salsarengue will take the stage later in the evening bringing their unique blend of salsa and merengue to spice up the evening.

Tickets to the event include chips, salsa tastings, tequila cocktail sampling and shooters, menu pairings, live music and dance performances, cultural activities and more.

Tickets will only be available for pre-purchase, there will be no day-of ticket sales.

2016 Southern Arizona Salsa & Tequila Challenge will be held Saturday, August 20, at 7pm at La Encantada Shopping Center, northwest corner of Skyline Drive and Campbell Avenue in Tucson.

The cost for this 21 and over event is $55 per person. For additional information, call 520.797.3959 or visit www. saaca.org/Salsa_Tequila.php.

Prescott’s Mountain Artists Guild presents its 66th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival August 13-14.

This juried festival showcases a select group of artisans and crafters under the tall trees that shade the historic Courthouse Plaza in Downtown Prescott.

The Mountain Artists Guild, a non-profit group of artists, has been supporting art and art education in the Prescott area since its founding by Mabel Laurence and cowboy artist George Phippen in 1949.

Resting at 5,300 feet elevation and surrounded by the scenic mountains of Central Arizona, the Prescott Courthouse Square is an attractive venue, a joy to exhibitors and visitors alike.

Located along Montezuma Street and Prescott’s infamous Whiskey Row, one-time haunt of the Earp brothers and Doc Holliday, the festival site is within easy walking distance of fine restaurants, wonderful and unique shops, art galleries, modern and historic hotels and more than a few places where you can whet your whistle.

Parking is easy at the city’s Granite Street Parking Garage, one-half block from the festival site. The event attracts people from all over the country who enjoy fine art and crafts, music, and a day under the shade of the big trees of Prescott’s Courthouse Square.

The festival runs from 9am-5pm Saturday and 9am-4pm Sunday. For information, call 928.445.2510 or visit www. mountainartistsguild.org.

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Mortimer Farms will host its annual Sweet Corn Harvest Party August 27-28.

Gary and Sharla Mortimer say that the harvest weekend will feature everything “corn.” This year, they are once again asking for everyone attending to bring two non-perishable food items for the Yavapai Food Bank. Lynn Passfield from the food bank says that it is glad to be “partnering again with the Mortimer family.”

The harvest party weekend will have something for the entire family: just picked fresh corn, delicious roasted corn, corn bath and more.

Attendees can enjoy a hay ride to the corn field and pick their own corn.

Test their skills with a corn eating competition, corn shucking competition, and corn toss with prizes being awarded. Join Farmer Buzz on a hayride tour of the farm with lots of stories and history about this amazing region.

A new addition this year is the brand new farm park, which includes old fashion farm rides from buckaroo pony to a giant slide on the big old hill.

The Farm Store is open daily from 8am-6pm and features fresh country baked pies, cookies and homemade fudge in a variety of flavors. Their baked goods utilize farm fresh ingredients, making everything from scratch. The vegetables are arriving daily in the store and are loaded with sweet corn, tomatoes, squash, peppers, okra and other summer vegetables grown on the farm. Both days during the party they will offer a special harvest meal for $7 per person to include a farm fresh sandwich, side dish, sweet corn, drink and dessert homemade at the farm.

Named one of the “Best Things to See, Eat and Experience from Coast to Coast,” in the July/August issue of Martha Stewart Living, Mortimer Farms is located on the southwest corner of 69 and 169 in Dewey. Entry to the Harvest Party is $3 per person with children under 3 free. The party runs from 10am-6pm. Order tickets online at www.mortimerfarmsaz.com. For more information, call 928.830.1116.

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Food Buyers – Local Food Producers Converge In Tucson The Arizona Farmer+Chef Connection will return to Tucson on Monday, September 12, from 11am-6pm at the Tucson Convention Center (260 South Church Avenue).

The Arizona Farmer+Chef Connection (Farmer+Chef) is the state’s only event of its kind, aimed at building wholesale food networks at the local level.

Farmer+Chef brings together local food producers prepared to transact at a wholesale level and introduces them to wholesale food buyers at restaurants, hotels and other facilities and organizations from across the state.

“Normally this event rotates to different host sites across the state, but in light of Tucson being named North America’s first UNESCO City of Gastronomy, we thought it was appropriate to bring the Farmer+Chef Connection back to Tucson this year,” says Kimber Lanning, executive director of Local First Arizona and the Local First Arizona Foundation. “Tucson has been leading the way in supporting the statewide local food economy, especially with respect to utilizing native and indigenous foods. We also had record turnout with over 400 attendees at last year’s event, and hope to build on the connections made then between local food producers and buyers.”

The cornerstone of Farmer+Chef is the Suppliers Marketplace, a vendor fair exclusively showcasing Arizona food producers and distributors.

Vendors will be organized into categories based on the food and beverages they offer. Food buyers are invited to peruse the vendors at their leisure, make connections, sample products, and build relationships. Following the Suppliers Marketplace will be an awards reception hosted by Bite Magazine featuring local food, beer, wine and spirits.

The Farmer+Chef Connection is an event created for those in the food industry, but the event is open to the public.

General admission includes access to the Suppliers Marketplace and the awards reception. Food producers can purchase a vendor package. Complete information is available at www.localfirstazfoundation.org/azfarmerchef.

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Known since its inception in 1884 as “August Doin’s,” the annual World’s Oldest Continuous Rodeo in Payson is a world famous event that will celebrate its 132nd consecutive year in 2016 on August 19-20.

The first rodeos in Payson provided local ranchers and cowhands a chance to get together and compare their roping skills and ranching skills during the annual “down time” before the big fall roundup. There were only a couple of events in those early rodeos, but it was not long before cowboys from all over the state and beyond were showing up to compete in new events like bronc busting, bull riding and steer roping. Early Payson rodeos weren’t held in fancy arenas. In fact, the original venue was a meadow near the intersection of Main Street and Highway 87/The Beeline. Wagons and later autos created barriers to form the “arena.” This year’s activities will feature everything from beautiful rodeo royalty to the large shiners participation in the annual rodeo parade.

Named the country’s Best Small Rodeo (according to the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association, which sanctions the event) it continues to attract the best of the best from all over the world to compete for substantial prize money.

Rodeo performances start at 7pm Friday and Saturday night and at 1pm Saturday afternoon. Gates open two hours prior to the performances. Friday is the “Tough Enough to Wear Pink” night that helps fund dollars for local breast cancer support groups in conjunction with Wrangler’s Susan B. Komen program.

Saturday evening is the “Patriot Performance” that honors returning, fallen and wounded veterans, with a special tribute during the rodeo featuring the US Marine Mounted Color Guard. The rodeo festivities include the Rodeo Parade, held August 20, starting at 9am, on Historic Main Street in Payson. The Parade is sponsored by The Rim Country Kiwanis of Zane Gray Country.

Tickets are available online at www. paysonprorodeo.com. Admission is $18 for adults, $16 for seniors 65 and over, $10 for kids 8-12, free for children 7 and under, as well as any active military. Tickets will also be available at the gate. For more information, call 928.474.9440.

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Arizona celebrates the 2016 National Park Service Centennial with its very own Parks in the Pines Birthday Bash held August 20 – and residents are invited to join the party. This free, fun, family event will feature: • Arizona’s 22 National Parks, Monuments, Recreation Areas and much more • Educational displays • Demonstrations by Park Rangers

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• Guided bike tours Enjoy interactive, hands-on activities for visitors of all ages. The celebration is fun for the whole family and will include free birthday cake at the end of the day. Food trucks will be available with food for purchase throughout the event.

The Southern Arizona Office of the National Park Service is proud to host Arizona’s event to celebrate the NPS Centennial. The goal is to connect with, and create, the next generation of park visitors, supporters and advocates.

Parks in the Pines Birthday Bash will be held at Flagstaff City Hall. For more information, visit www.nps.gov/orgs/1758/index.htm and click on the “Events” link.

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Real, Wild & Woody beer festival returns to the Valley this month , and it is sure to capture the hearts of serious craft brew lovers.

Presented by the Arizona Craft Brewer s Guild (www. craftbeeraz.co m), this year’s toast to the state and region’s rare, unique and unconventiona l brews and brew process es is slated for 2-6pm Saturday, July 23.

The Phoenix Convention Center will once again welcome fresh flavors and seasonal special ties poured by more than 50 of the Southwest’s best craft brewer s, and the festival will again prove a great spot for sampli ng specialty casks, rich and unique flavor combin ations and other never-b efore-sipped brews from some of the industry’s best. Real, Wild & Woody will also partner with some of the region’s top restaurants to provide complementin g snacks for festival-goers, and the event’s limited ticket sales will ensure intimate, up-clos an e-and-persona l craft beer-drinking experience.

Leading up to Real, Wild & Woody is AZBrewCon, a oneday industr y conference at the Sheraton Hotel.

Other consum er events are planne d in the days before Real, Wild and Woody.

Stay up-to-date at www. realwildandwo ody.com.

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