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Surviving Summer Valley services providing heat relief By Kathryn M. Miller
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fter record high temperatures in June, many residents may be ready to call “uncle” and head out of town for cooler climes. But for many of the Valley’s most vulnerable (homeless people, seniors, disabled and other residents) escape from the heat can be a challenge. The Scottsdale Fire Department urges residents to know the signs of heat-related stress and avoid strenuous outdoor activity during triple-digit temperatures. It is important to know the early warning signs of heat-related illness and to take action. If heat exhaustion is left untreated, it may progress to heat stroke, a severe form of heat illness.
There is, however, some relief available – and ways Know The Signs that residents can lend a • Heavy sweating hand to those in need. • Paleness The City of Phoenix • Headaches • Nausea kicked off its annual Summer • Dizziness Respite Program to assist the homeless • Shallow breathing population. The public is asked to donate • Rapid, weakened pulse rate unopened water bottles, sunscreen, new underwear, white socks, white T-shirts, insect repellent and prepackaged snack items to be collected at the city’s family services centers. Residents can bring their tax-deductible donations to any of the City’s three family services centers from 8am-4:30pm, Monday through Friday. The city also participates in the Heat Relief Network, a Valley-wide program to ensure the safety of homeless people, seniors, disabled and other residents in need during the hot summer months. Information on both programs is available at www.phoenix.gov/humanservices/programs/homeless. For additional information, call 602.256.4302. Central Arizona Shelter Services (www.cassaz.org/heat-relief.html) is also working to provide the shelter beds, bottled water and medical care needed to keep the homeless safe this summer. Through its Code:Red Summer Heat Relief program, Phoenix Rescue Mission (www.phoenixrescuemission. org/codered) assists homeless men, women and children survive the summer heat. Both organizations seek donations throughout the year to accomplish their respective missions. |CST
Make A Splash This Month At Desert Ridge Desert Ridge Marketplace continues its “Summer Splash Tuesdays” this month, giving kids (and parents) a free and fun event to enjoy every Tuesday, through July 21, from 11am-12:30pm. Children can make their summer memorable by meeting their favorite characters ranging from fairy princesses such as Elsa and Cinderella, along with superheroes like Batman and Spider Man. During the 90-minute event at the AMC Fountain (splash pad), enjoy music, dancing, games, prizes and, of course, playing in the splash pad to keep cool. Upcoming events include: • July 7 – Frozen Fiesta with Princess Anna • July 14 – Princess & Pirate Party with The Little Mermaid • July 21– Super Hero Sensation with Spider Man Children will receive a free downloadable photo with the featured weekly character, and parents will have a chance to be randomly selected as the winner of an end-of-summer giveaway. For details, visit www.shopdesertridge.com/summer. Desert Ridge Marketplace is located at 21001 North Tatum Boulevard in Phoenix. PAGE
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EDITOR’S PICKS
In Search Of Domestic Tranquility
Publisher Lorrie Pomeroy Publisher Emeritus Hope H. Ozer
“When it can be said by any country in the world, my poor are happy, neither ignorance nor distress is to be found among them, my jails are empty of prisoners, my streets of beggars, the aged are not in want, the taxes are not oppressive, the rational world is my friend because I am the friend of happiness. When these things can be said, then may that country boast its constitution and government…Independence is my happiness, the world is my country and my religion is to do good.” – Thomas Paine, Rights of Man
Editor-in-Chief Kathryn M. Miller Creative Director Jenifer Lee Assistant to the Publisher Darlene Keberle
June 2015 was one for the record books – no I am not talking about the weather; that’s a given here. Columnists The nation saw tragedy in South Carolina June 17 as nine people were shot down in a church. Stephen Cohen, O.D. This was quickly followed by debate about race relations in this country, State’s Rights and the historical Cathy Droz place of symbols. Barbara Kaplan Quickly on the heels of this debate was one over the Supreme Court ruling with regards to health care laws. Rabbi Robert Kravitz And before that dust even settled, the June 26 Court ruling on marriage equality brought another round of Mr. Modem disagreement and debate about who gets to decide and how to define individual rights. Allen Nohre Scottsdale We have a “Bill of Rights” in this country – amendments to the original constitution that provide protections of Hope H. Ozer Museum individual liberty and justice and place restrictions on the powers of government. That constitution was written James Roberts of the West for “We the People” – although not all were considered “people” at the time of its writing, thus many of the future Melanie Tighe amendments – and lays out our frame of government “in Order to form a more perfect Union.” Pastor Paul Witkop What did a “perfect Union” look like in 1787? It was envisioned as one that establishes Justice, domestic Contributors “Honeymoon at Crow Fair” Tranquility, provides common defense, promotes general Welfare and Cave Creek Mayor Vincent Francia – Bronze by John Coleman secures Liberty for those in that century and for future generations. Indie Authors Dr. James P. Lee Our Union is far from perfect and I think that Government does occasionally need to step Carefree Mayor Les Peterson in where “innate human dignity” is being restricted and privileges are abridged. Until we start Anne-Marie Pritchett looking at one another as equals and considering the general welfare of all, I don’t know if we can Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton find our domestic tranquility. Account Representatives As we celebrate our Independence on July 4, let’s go back to the beginning and remember Eloise Donati-Kopec the words that founded this nation that we all want to be so proud of: We hold these truths to be Bob Hesselgesser self-evident, that all men are created Susan Pine equal, that they are endowed by Arizona their Creator with certain unalienable Breakfast Bulk Distribution Rights, that among these are Life, Mark Feinberg Week Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.
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SUSD Teams Up With TGen For Teacher Initiative
L-R: Dr. David Peterson, Price Nosky, Brandy Wells, Michael Bassoff
The Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) Foundation is teaming with the Phoenix-based Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) to create an Excellence in Bioscience Teacher Initiative. Scheduled to take place in July 2015 at TGen, the new pilot program will benefit teachers and students within the Scottsdale Unified School District. The Excellence in Bioscience Teacher Initiative will provide teachers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) with a strong fluency in cutting-edge biomedical research. An intensive, three-day agenda will immerse them in a series of presentations, interactive discussions and practical experiences led by TGen bio-medical experts. “Following our induction of TGen president (and Arcadia High School graduate) Dr. Jeffrey Trent into the SUSD Foundation’s Hall of Excellence in 2013, we have been working to expand our relationship with TGen to benefit the District,” says Price Nosky, chair of the SUSD Foundation. “With SUSD Superintendent Dr. David Peterson’s encouragement, and through the work of SUSD staff members, we are pleased to announce the formation of this new partnership and initiative.”
Nighttime Is The Right Time For Summer Art New art installation at Scottsdale Waterfront
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Since its construction in 2006, Scottsdale Public Art has worked closely with city departments as well as private developers to commission original works of temporary and permanent art, in addition to providing free community events at the Scottsdale Waterfront. In an effort to activate the canal channel periodically throughout the year, Scottsdale Public Art presents Golden Waters, a temporary art installation from international artist Grimanesa Amorós. (www.grimanesaamoros.com) Inspired by and reflecting the natural elegance of Arizona’s canals, Golden Waters is mounted on a secure structure attached to the Soleri Bridge, located just southwest of the intersection of Scottsdale and Camelback Roads. The hovering light sculpture extends parallel to the canal channel 80 feet west of the Soleri Bridge and its sculpted LED tubing system will appear to rise from the canal waters below, celebrating the union of light and water. The light-based installation will remain on view nightly through September 2015. For event updates, visit www. scottsdalepublicart.org/events.
The SUSD Foundation will fund the $26,500 initiative as part of the annual contributions it makes to support SUSD, reflective of its goal (and that of its sponsors) to support educational opportunities that directly impact students and teachers in the classroom. TGen is a leading biomedical research institute dedicated to translating laboratory breakthroughs into new clinical diagnostics and therapeutic treatments for patients with cancer, neurological conditions and other serious maladies. “We are pleased to work with the SUSD Foundation to create this educational opportunity for the SUSD,” says Dr. Trent. “TGen recognizes that to fully achieve its mission we must invest in local schools to help build the pipeline of translationally-minded future scientists and physicians that will elevate Arizona in terms of health care and economic competitiveness.” According to Dr. Peterson, a select number of teachers from Saguaro High School’s Math & Science Academy will be chosen to participate in the initiative. For information, visit www.tgen.org, www. susdfoundation.org or email quest4excellence@ susdfoundation.org.
Kidder To Leave Scottsdale Chamber Bryce Lloyd, chair of the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce board of directors notified membership last month that long-time President & CEO Rick Kidder will leave the Chamber effective July 17. “Kidder has been chosen to lead a chamber in his native New England in New Bedford, Massachusetts, a place that has long held a draw to return,” Rick Kidder Eric Larson said Lloyd. “While we can all understand the call to go home, we all will miss Rick, whom we have come to know as a wonderful and important fixture in our community. Some will find it hard to think of the Chamber without Rick, but change is inevitable in any organization. The Chamber is now strong and getting stronger every day, with a great team in place and a dedicated Board that will work hard to find a new leader to help move the Chamber forward in the years to come.” Lloyd went on to state that Eric Larson, former board chair and longtime supporter of the Chamber, has agreed to serve as interim President & CEO while the search committee begins its work to identify Kidder’s successor. For information, call 480.355.2700 or visit www.scottsdalechamber.com.
the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa. This combined with Westroc Hospitality’s experience in boutique resort redevelopment, including the retro-chic Hotel Valley Ho in Downtown Scottsdale and the luxurious Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa in Paradise Valley, will bring the first new-build hotel property to the area in the last seven years. “Woodbine has had its eye on this piece of property for years, knowing how much potential exists to restore Mountain Shadows to its former glory,” says Woodbine President and CEO John Scovell. Westroc CEO and Paradise Valley resident Scott Lyon stated, “This is a tremendous opportunity to blend the history of the property with a fresh, contemporary design that will complement the amazing views of Camelback Mountain with the prestigious neighborhood of Mountain Shadows in Paradise Valley.” For additional information, visit www.westroc.net or www.woodbine development.com.
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Westroc Hospitality and Woodbine Development Corporation are partnering to develop a new luxury resort on the former location of Paradise Valley’s iconic Mountain Shadows Resort. With escrow now closed, construction will begin at the southwest corner of 56th Street and Lincoln Drive in the summer of 2015, with a projected opening in early 2017. The boutique luxury resort will feature 175 modern guest rooms in two buildings, an adjacent building with 31 hotel-condominium units, a neighborhood restaurant and market, high-tech fitness facility and the rehabilitated Mountain Shadows Golf Course featuring 18 executive-style holes. The Marriott Mountain Shadows Resort, one of the first resorts in the area, closed in 2004, and was demolished in 2014. The new Mountain Shadows Resort will capitalize on Woodbine’s 40 years of hospitality and mixeduse-development experience, including Kierland Commons and
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Catch Arizona United At Home & Away Arizona United Soccer Club plays throughout the summer at Scottsdale Stadium. Arizona United is a professional soccer team based in Peoria. Founded in 2014, the team is a member of the United Soccer League, in the third tier of the American soccer pyramid.
Scottsdale Stadium, located at 7408 East Osborn Road, is a short walk from a variety of restaurants, pubs, nightclubs and galleries in Downtown Scottsdale. July home games include July 5 against Orange County Blues FC and July 25 against Austin Aztex. When Arizona United is on the road, the best place to catch the match with fans is at one of its official Pub Partner viewing locations around the Valley. Pubs in Scottsdale include Kelly’s at SouthBridge, Boondocks Patio & Grill, Thirsy Lion Gastropub & Grill – Scottsdale Fashion Square, Brat Haus and Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers. Phoenix locations include FilmBar and The Rose & Crown, in addition to Gordon Biersch in Glendale and The Handlebar Tempe and Tilted Kilt, Tempe. For information, call 623.594.9606 or visit www.arizonaunited.com.
Legion Post Hosts Daily Events – Holiday Celebrations Under the leadership of Commander John Hyde, Scottsdale American Legion Post 44 offers a number of events each week. Brunch is served on Sunday from 10am1pm. Monday through Thursday, lunch is served from 11am-2pm. Soup is served all day Monday through Saturday. The Swingtime Jazz Band plays on Wednesday nights. On Friday, an “all-you-can-eat” fish fry is served for dinner along with live music in the evening. Saturday evening, prime rib is served along with another alternate entrée as well as live music. Dinner is served Wednesday and Saturday from 5-8:30pm; Tuesday through Thursday from 5-7pm and Friday fish fry from 5-7:30pm. On Mondays, enjoy regular Bingo at 3pm. Tuesdays include the Queen of Hearts at 6:30pm, with karaoke on every other Tuesday after the Queen of Heart drawing. Thursday night is Bar Bingo at 6:30pm. July 4 at the Post includes holiday food during the day and prime rib for dinner in the evening. Entertainment in the evening will be Jared Howe. The Post is located at 7145 East 2nd Street in Scottsdale. For additional information, call 480.941.0130 or visit www.post44.com.
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Arizona Animal Hospital is a full service hospital that has taken advantage of big leaps in technology that improves business efficiency, employee safety, patient safety and the ability to efficiently diagnose problems in pets. Best of all, the efficiency gained is passed on to the pet owner in the form of savings. One example is that Arizona Animal Hospital has created Vaccine Value Days – where pets receive free core vaccines with their exam. Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, Lepto and feline Respiratory virus vaccines are all free every Tuesday and Thursday for any cat or dog. That is an average savings of $48 per visit. A second area is the radiology department. The hospital has the first Cloud-based ultrasound and High Definition X-ray unit in veterinary medicine. Image quality and detail is unquestionably better than older X-ray units and Arizona Animal Hospital has priced this service below the average market price in the area. It also provides experienced ultrasound imaging for pet owners at a significant savings to consumers. Finally, Arizona Animal Hospitals invested in the most advanced anesthesia safety equipment for its patients. Pet owners can find comfort in our anesthesia practices when their pet needs a procedure and at a great price. The team at Arizona Animal Hospital is led by Dr. Brett Cordes – Brett the Vet – who has worked as a veterinarian in general and emergency practices for 20 years. Many local residents may know him from his days working for a corporate clinic next to Mastro’s or at the area Emergency Animal Clinic. In addition, Dr. Cordes has worked with veterinarians, universities, corporations and professional associations across the U.S., as a subject material expert on veterinary workplace safety and veterinary pharmacy standards. Dr. Cordes has taught ultrasound to veterinarians for 14 years and brings this modality to Arizona Animal Hospitals. He is an Adjunct Professor at Midwestern College of Vet Med. Arizona Animal Hospital is located at 31313 North Scottsdale Road, Suite 160, Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.686.8083 or visit www.arizonaanimalhospital.com.
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Forgers’ Secrets Revealed At J. Levine How clever are the crooks who are forging and selling paintings by famous artists? Two fake and forgeries experts are flying in from London to show how deceptive the process is. Curtis Dowling and Andy Smith, co-stars of CNBC’s “Treasure Detectives,” will show guests how it’s done during a special free presentation, “Forgers’ Secrets Revealed: Watch Experts Create a Fake Painting” from 6-9pm Wednesday, July 29, at J. Levine Auction & Appraisal, 10345 North Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale. Complimentary appetizers and cocktails will be served, and guests who answer quiz questions correctly during a fun contest prior
to the 7pm demonstration will win a prize. “We’re planning an entertaining and educational evening,” says Josh Levine, owner and auctioneer of J. Levine Auction & Appraisal. “Curtis literally will start with a blank canvas and create a fake painting right before our eyes. Of course, he won’t sign it, but he and Andy will reveal many common tricks that forgers use to dupe unsuspecting buyers.” CNBC’s “Treasure Detectives” takes viewers deep inside the world of arts, antiques and collectibles. The team of investigators verifies the authenticity of collectibles, artwork and antiquities using innovative
technology and street smarts. “When it comes to fake and forgeries, many people are intrigued by the process. We’ll delve into the nitty-gritty and show some of the deceitful techniques used by the world’s best forgers,” Dowling says. Guests attending the July 29 lecture also can preview several hundred items that will be auctioned during J. Levine’s “Summer Catalog Auction” on Thursday, July 30. The high-end auction features fine art, period furniture, decorative accessories, jewelry and more. For more information, visit www.jlevines. com or call 480.496.2212.
L-R: Curtis Dowling and Andy Smith
Sherri Bronson playing in the Alice Marble Cup at the ITF Seniors World Team Championships. Photo by Theresa Bowen/USTA
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Toys & Playtime Oasis in Scottsdale children’s entertainment company. offers special dress-up events, weekly Cost is $6 per child for the one-hour playtime for little ones this month, as session. No cost for adults. Must well as education for parents. wear socks. A Little Mermaid Tea Party will July 30 brings a free parenting be held July 19 from 10am-12pm and workshop, “How Play Builds Brains” 2-4pm. Young princesses-in-training – an education event for parents of can attend dressed in a favorite babies, toddlers and young children. princess or party dress and meet Dr. Lynne Kenney (www.lynnekenney. The Little Mermaid Princess, who com), a child psychologist and author will sing, dance, read stories, do a from Phoenix, will offer the workshop craft, give princess lessons and take a from 6:30-8pm. picture with attendees. Cupcakes and Dr. Kenney will discuss the drinks will also be served. The cost is importance that playtime has on $12.50 per person. Advanced brain development and will registration is required. Must offer tips and suggestions on wear socks. how best to play and interact In addition, every Tuesday with babies and young morning from 9:30-10:30am, children. babies, toddlers and Dr. Kenney is the preschoolers are invited co-author of “Bloom: 50 to enjoy 30 minutes of Dr. Lynne Kenney Things to Say, Think and unstructured play time inside Toys Do with Anxious, Angry and Over& Playtime Oasis. Then, parents the-Top Kids.” Advanced registration and children will also have fun for for the workshop is suggested as another 30 minutes learning finger space is limited. play songs, playing with puppets, Toys & Playtime Oasis is located musical instruments, hearing stories, at 13802 North Scottsdale Road, nursery rhymes and dancing in two Suite 116, Scottsdale. For additional structured segments with Storybook information, call 480.948.4630 or visit Entertainment – a professional www.azdollhouse.com.
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Scottsdale Resident Shows Winning Spirit A 61-year-old Scottsdale resident, Sherri Bronson, recently competed at the ITF Senior World Team Championships, the senior equivalent of tennis’ Davis Cup and Fed Cup competitions. She helped her team win the Alice Marble Cup by defeating Great Britain. Bronson, a breast cancer survivor, has been a fighter her whole life. Winning the Alice Marble Cup showed yet another moment of her strength and fight she has in her. She was inducted into the USTA Central Arizona Hall of Fame in 2012. For more information about the USTA League, visit www.usta.com.
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Sprinkles Offers Seasonal Flavor & Delivery Options Sprinkles Cupcakes is celebrating the season with its lemon blueberry cupcake – a fragrant lemon cake, studded with wild blueberries and topped with lemon cream cheese frosting. This special seasonal offering is included in its Fourth of July Box, filled with six lemon blueberry and six red velvet cupcakes, all topped with patriotic stars. Sprinkles’ limited flavor and the Fourth of July Box is available now through July 5. Valley residents can pick up their cupcakes at the Scottsdale location Monday through Saturday. Same-day orders for pick-up and delivery are now available. In addition, Sprinkles recently teamed up with Postmates to bring delivery to the area. By downloading the Postmates app, or going online, Valley residents can have their own cupcakes (for just $4.99, plus the cost of cupcakes) without having to leave the comfort of their home or office. Sprinkles is located at 4501 North Scottsdale Road on the northeast corner of Scottsdale and Camelback roads, across from Scottsdale Fashion Square. For details or to place an order, visit www.sprinkles.com or call 480.970.4321.
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Save The Date The Second Annual Broadway on Shea Benefit Gala – “Some Enchanted Evening” – has been set for August 28-29. The event will include music selections from South Pacific, live and silent auctions, live drawings by Don Bluth and much more. The event benefits Don Bluth Front Row Theatre. The theatre is located at 8670 East Shea Boulevard, Suite 103, in Scottsdale. For details, visit www.donbluthfrontrowtheatre.com or call 480.314.0841.
Pizza Restaurant Celebrates Two Years
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It was nearly two years ago that locally-owned Fired Pie first hit the dining scene with its fast casual pizza concept. On Wednesday, July 15, Fired Pie will celebrate two years of business by offering buy one entrée get one free at all 10 of its Arizona locations. This offer will be available all day during regular business hours. This deal cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. Fired Pie allows guests to take on the role of chef by picking and choosing the dough, sauce and topping. The pizzeria also offers build-your-own salads. The restaurant has locations in Scottsdale, Downtown Phoenix, Glendale, Chandler, Ahwatukee, Phoenix and Tucson. For additional information, visit www.firedpie.com.
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In this era of climate change and continued drought, Southwestern cities face great threats to our economic prosperity and livability. In Phoenix, we’re tackling these challenges head on by finding innovative ways to preserve the “lifeblood” of our economy – our water supply. For decades, Phoenix leaders have MAYOR City of Phoenix been smart and planned ahead for water shortages. But water managers 602.262.7111 www.phoenix.gov tell us that shortages on the droughtstricken Colorado River – which is not only vital to Arizona, but to Nevada and California as well – are more and more likely. When we face those shortages, it will impact cities, farmers and businesses across central Arizona, and some will see the price of water dramatically increase. Rather than waiting for hard times to hit, we’re planning ahead and innovating. As a result, Phoenix has established itself a leader on protecting water supplies through three groundbreaking initiatives. First, we partnered with Tucson water providers on an innovative effort that leverages Tucson’s existing infrastructure to make it easier and less costly for both of our cities to access water in times of shortage. This partnership is the first of its kind: a joint effort between our two cities to store and recover Central Arizona Project and Colorado River water supplies in times of need. Second, we created the Colorado River Resiliency Fund so we can continue to ensure a reliable supply of water for our residents – even as we face times of prolonged drought. Think of it as an insurance plan for our future. And most recently, our City Council entered a threeyear partnership with the National Forest Foundation and Salt River Project to further protect our water supply and support watershed improvement projects on National Forest lands in northern Arizona. In other words, we’re not just making an effort to use water wisely in our own back yard, we’re actually working on forest and watershed restoration to ensure the long-term viability of our high-elevation water sources. This is important because most of the water we actually use in Phoenix is run-off from our mountains and streams – the rest we bank as groundwater. This public-private partnership will not only help secure the water we rely on here, it will also reduce wildfire risk, enhance wildlife habitat, restore native plants and limit erosion into streams, rivers and reservoirs. In just the past year, Phoenix has shown that when it comes to shaping a more sustainable future for the next generation, cities can lead the way.
Go Big Or Go Home Local bookstore launches Indie 800 By Kathryn M. Miller
After spending seven years running their own bookstore, Thom Butcher and Melanie Tighe of Dog-Eared Pages Used Books have launched an ambitious plan to build a destination bookstore/ arts and cultural center in North Phoenix. Twice voted Best Bookstore of the Valley, the store still faced closure two years ago. The community rallied to successfully save the store, and this new effort is a way to cement a place for area creatives and residents alike. A community gathering spot, the center would include an expanded bookstore, a stage for performances, display space for local artists, a café/wine bar and an Espresso Book Machine for print-on-demand. Ambitious plans need funding, and the Indie 800 campaign will not only bring in capital, but support the local creative arts community. Career-minded, independent authors, artists and musicians are invited to become a part of Indy 800 with a one-time membership fee of $5,000. Whether they come up with the funds themselves or are supported by patrons, these creatives will be in on the ground floor. With books prominently displayed, art on the walls and CDs available; as well as book signings, artist’s receptions and musical performances, the spotlight will be firmly on the indie artists that help build the venue.
A number of local authors have already come on board and are enthusiastic about the prospects. “Authors shouldn’t be in competition with each other or with those who sell our books,” says Alan Black (www.alanblackauthor.com). “The Indie 800 is an unprecedented opportunity for authors and booksellers to combine our resources for marketing and author brand growth. I firmly agree with the American aphorism, ‘A rising tide lifts all boats.’” To further support area creatives, a portion of the center will be donated to the Arizona Consortium for the Arts (www.artizona.org), whose mission is to encourage local writers, artists and performers of all ages. One of the aspects that has made Dog-Eared Pages successful is the personal (and extremely knowledgeable) touch the owners bring to the table. And that won’t go away. “We’ll still be very hands-on,” says Tighe. “I love talking with readers and authors. One of the best things about having a bookstore is that 99 percent of people who walk through our doors are interesting and intelligent. It’s unlike any other retail store and why we feel it’s so important bookstores survive.” To learn more about Indie 800, visit http:// bit.ly/1IgC0xZ or follow the #indie800 hashtag in social media. |CST
Summer Hours At Roadrunner Market Summer hours for Roadrunner Park Farmers’ Market, which has been serving the Northeast Valley community since 1990, are Saturdays from 7-11am. Roadrunner Park is located at 3502 East Cactus Road in Phoenix. The summer hours are in effect through September – fall hours run October through May from 8am-1pm. The market offers local farm produce including fresh vegetables and fruit, baked goods, honey, jams and jellies, nursery stock, natural pork, beef and fish and hand crafted items. Roadrunner Park includes a large children’s playground with play equipment, a fishing pond, ducks and geese on premises, swimming pool, soccer fields and all kinds of special events. Canine “good citizens” are welcome. Free admission and parking. For additional information, visit http:// roadrunnerparkfarmersmarket.blogspot.com.
By Libby Banks, Attorney at Law
Before any trip, most of us create a “to-do” list to check off before we leave. Here is an estate planning to do list that could make your trip even better! 1. Have your estate planning done. If you’ve procrastinated about your estate planning, a vacation can give you a firm deadline to move forward. Allow adequate time to get your estate plan completed before the trip, or let your attorney know of your time deadline.
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2. Review your existing estate plan. We all need to review our estate plan occasionally, especially as our families grow. Have things changed for you? Have your children married, had babies or divorced? Is your trustee or executor still the best choice? Check your plan to be sure. 3. Review titles and beneficiary designations. If you have a revocable living trust and have not transferred your property and accounts to the trust, now is the time to do so. If you don’t, your family will have to file probate. This is a good time to check beneficiary designations for insurance and retirement plans to be sure you’ve named the right people. 4. Review your plan for minor children. If you haven’t named a guardian for your children, the court will decide who will raise them without your input. If you have, consider if this person is still the best choice. The guardian you picked for your infant might not be the right fit as he goes into high school. Putting a plan in place can give you peace of mind on vacation.
PVSchools Class of 2015 Awarded Scholarships Worth $63.2 Million Paradise Valley Unified School District’s (PVSchools) graduating class of 2015 received nearly 2,000 scholarships worth more than $63.2 million. Scholarships awarded by schools: • Pinnacle High School – $23.6 million • Horizon High School – $15.5 million • North Canyon High School – $11.6 million
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Libby Banks is the proprietor of The Law Office of Libby Banks, PLLC, located at 11120 North Tatum Boulevard, Suite 101, in Phoenix. For more information, call 602.375.6752, e-mail libby@libbybanks.com or visit www.libbybanks.com.
• Paradise Valley High School – $6.8 million • Shadow Mountain High School – $5.5 million PVSchools students have been accepted into nearly 100 universities and college, including Princeton University, Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cornell University, University of Pennsylvania, Arizona State University (ASU), Barrett, the Honors College at ASU, University of Arizona (UofA), Honors College at UofA, Northern Arizona University, University of California, Los Angeles, Boston University, Duke University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, University of Miami, Pennsylvania State University and Johns Hopkins University. PVSchools, which celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2013, serves more than 32,000 elementary, middle and high school students in 45 schools located in Northeast Phoenix and Scottsdale. Learn more at www.pvschools.net.
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Hubbard Sports Camp For Kids
Children who love playing sports – or want to learn how to play new sports and games this summer – are invited to Hubbard Sports Camp, which is designed for children ages four-and-a-half to 13. It is a co-ed, multi-sport summer camp offering one-week sessions through August 7. Campers enjoy soccer, basketball, volleyball, baseball, archery, swimming and many other fun, indoor and outdoor games and activities. Children do not have to be skilled athletes to have a great time at Hubbard Sports Camp. Some campers have never tried many of the sports and activities that the staff introduces them to. However, the campers who are skilled athletes are challenged and motivated by the highly-qualified and dedicated staff members. The goal at camp is to guide and teach every camper according to their ability while making the activities fun and rewarding. Hubbard Sports Camp is offered at the following four camp locations: New Way Academy in Phoenix, 5048 East Oak Street; Paradise Valley Christian Prep in Phoenix, 11875 North 24th Street; Sunnyslope High School in Phoenix, 35 West Dunlap Avenue; Thunderbird Academy in Scottsdale, 7410 East Sutton Drive. For more information, call 602.971.4044 or visit www.hubbardsports.com.
Get Children Cooking This Summer This summer, Sierra Bonita Catering Company is hosting summer cooking classes for children ages eight to 12. They are offering weeklong camps or condensed Saturday classes. Throughout the month of July, children will learn how to prepare dishes from all meal times, including snacks, breakfast, lunch and dinner. During the camp, students will also be taught about kitchen safety and sanitation, with a strong emphasis on team work. For the weekly classes, each Friday at the conclusion of the Summer Kids Cooking Camp, students will prepare a dinner party for their parents. They will help Chef Paul prepare the meal, learn how to set a table and serve the guests. Classes will be held Monday through Thursday from 9am-1pm. Available dates are July 13-17; July 20-24; and July 27-31. There is also a Saturday express class, which is a condensed version of the weekday camp. The Saturday class is offered on July 25 from 9am-12pm. The Summer Kids Cooking Camp is $330 per student for the weekday classes, which includes an apron, cookbook and two tickets to the final dinner party. The Express Cooking Class is $75 per student. Classes will be held at the Orangewood Presbyterian Church at 7321 North 10th Street in Phoenix. To register, email kim@sbgcatering.com.
• NPCC will hold its monthly Business Resource & Networking Luncheon Tuesday, July 14, at Stonecreek Golf Club, from 11:30am-1:30pm. Stonecreek is located at 4435 East Paradise Village Parkway South in Phoenix.
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This Month At North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce
• The monthly Mix & Mingle will be Thursday, July 23, at Upper Crust Pizza, 20235 North Cave Creek Road, from 5:30-7:30pm. • The fourth Tuesday networking luncheon will be held Tuesday, July 28, at Valle Luna restaurant, 16048 North Cave Creek Road in Phoenix, from 11:30am-1:30pm. To register for any event or to see a complete listing of the Chamber’s events, visit www.northphoenixchamber.com/events. For more information, call 602.482.3344.
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Symphony Orchestra Announces Auditions North Valley Symphony Orchestra (NVSO) will hold auditions for the upcoming 2015-16 season. Openings include the concertmaster position, plus a variety of other string, wind and brass positions. Those who have a passion to perform great music, can meet weekly to rehearse and are willing to commit to the necessary practice, are invited to join the NVSO orchestra.
Auditions will be held at the North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce office, (3141 East Beardsley Road, Unit 120, Phoenix). Concertmaster auditions are being scheduled 2-4pm, Saturday, June 27. Auditions to join the NVSO Adult Orchestra are being scheduled Saturday, August 8, 10am-3pm. Seats currently open and available, as well as audition instructions and excerpts can be found at www.northvalleysymphony. org/adult-orchestra. Auditions for NVSO Youth Orchestra will be at Saturdays (also at the Chamber office) August 8, August 15 and August 22, 10am-3pm each day. Contact Music Director Kevin Kozacek to schedule an audition. Call 623.980.4628 or send an e-mail to conductor@ northvalleysymphony.org. NVSO rehearsals are held every Monday from 7-9:15pm in the North Canyon High School Band Room, beginning August 17. NVSO Youth Orchestra rehearsals will also be on Mondays, beginning August 24, 5-6:30pm
North Valley Symphony Youth Orchestra; Photo by Mike Spinelli
The opening concert of the 2015-16 season, “Machine Madness,” will be held in October (tentatively Oct. 17), and includes Daugherty’s Route 66, Beethoven’s The Metronome from Symphony #8, Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine, Walton’s Prelude and Fugue, “The Spitfire”, Haydn’s The Clock from Symphony #101, Anderson’s The Typewriter, and other popular mechanical-sounding pieces. If interested in joining NVSO, or in helping manage or sponsor this all-volunteer non-profit organization in any way, e-mail board@northvalleysymphony.org.
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Beer Dinners At The Biltmore
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Arizona Biltmore is brewing specialty dining experiences for guests that will be offered monthly throughout the year – the Biltmore Beer Dinners, which pair beers from top microbrewies with original menus by the resort’s chefs. “Leading microbreweries today are creating wonderfully sophisticated and nuanced beers that are a joy to pair with original dishes that we create for the Biltmore Beer Dinners,” says Executive Chef Gordon Maybury. “Our Biltmore Beer Dinners are multi-faceted culinary experiences at great value that wow the casual beer lover and dedicated aficionado alike.” The dinners are held in the private Sunroom at the resort’s Frank & Albert’s restaurant. The fourcourse dinners are $40 per person; tax and gratuity are additional.
The Biltmore Beer Dinners this summer feature Beers of San Diego July 13; and Funkwerks Brewing August 10. For reservations and information about the Biltmore Beer Dinners, call 602.955.6600 or visit www.arizonabiltmore.com.
Educator Appreciation Month Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) will honor educators in July with Educator Appreciation Month. July 1-31, from 9am-5pm, all pre-K through 12th-grade teachers and administrators can visit the museum for free. Current teachers, school and district administrators, registered student teachers, teacher’s aides and homeschool educators will be granted complimentary admission with a school- or district-issued ID, fingerprint clearance card or (for homeschool educators) an affidavit of intent. Access to MIM’s current special exhibition, “Beyond the Beat: Drums of the World” is not included in the Educator Appreciation Month promotion. Entrance to “Beyond the
Beat” is $7 for educators during July. Educators are also invited to learn more about MIM’s educational programs during its Preview Days on Saturday, July 18 and 25 at 10am and Sunday, July 19 and 26 at 12pm. On these days, teachers and administrators will have access to a live performance by one of MIM’s artists in residence, gallery tours and demonstrations of the “Create a Global Classroom” curriculum. Additionally, educators will enjoy light refreshments and the opportunity to win prizes during their visit. Musical Instrument Museum is located at 4725 East Mayo Boulevard in Phoenix. For information, call 480.478.6000 or visit www.mim.org.
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Arizona Craft Brewers Guild’s Real, Wild & Woody Part Deux will showcase the region’s best craft brewers from 2-6pm, Saturday, July 18, at the Phoenix Convention Center (South Building, Hall F). The intimate, one-of-a-kind smallscale celebration for the true craft brew connoisseur will once again welcome fresh flavors and seasonal specialties from more than 60 small and large breweries from across the state and beyond. From barrel-aged brews to specialty casks, Real, Wild & Woody revelers can sip on some of the state’s most notable brews, including a bevy of wild and unconventional varieties not found anywhere else that showcase Arizona’s unique and innovative brewing style. Revelers need sustenance to soak up all that alcohol, so Real, Wild & Woody will once again partner with some of the region’s top restaurants to provide tastes and plates for festival patrons. “Things tend to slow down a bit around here during the summer season,” says Rob Fullmer, executive director of the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild. “Real, Wild & Woody brings something different to the table, and its small-scale environment and personal, friendly nature gives brewers the ability to really connect with their customers, colleagues and the community-at-large.” Tickets are $57 and include 20 beer sampling tickets and small bites from local restaurants and breweries. It is $25 for designated driver passes that includes small bites from local restaurants and breweries. (Limited quantity; no alcohol may be consumed with this pass). For information, visit www.realwildandwoody.com.
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Automotive Specialists Named “Top Shop”
Summer Performing Arts At MTA
When it comes to automotive repair, family-owned and operated Tobias’ Automotive Specialists has been recognized as a name you can trust by the American Automobile Association (AAA). The shops, with locations in Cave Creek and Anthem, were recently named recipients of the 2015 AAA Top Shop Award, the highest recognition automotive repair shop can receive. According to AAA, “the shops received maintained a 100 percent customer approval rating over the past 12 months.” The award honors the reliable and exceptional service record of the shops led by owners, Andy and Louise Tobias, and assisted by their team of ASE certified technicians. This is the seventh consecutive Top Shop Award the organization has received. “This award is AAA’s highest honor, distinguishing reliable and exceptional auto service. To receive it seven years in a row leaves us humbled and grateful,” Andy Tobias says. The award also recognizes the extensive community service efforts of both Andy and Louise Tobias. “Giving back to our community is a commitment we made when we first started this business 26 years ago,” Tobias adds. For additional information, in Anthem (4205 West Summit Walk Court), call 623.551.7474. In Cave Creek (6602 East Cave Creek Road), call 480.488.2914 or visit www.tobiasauto.com.
Musical Theatre of Anthem’s (MTA) Summer Performing Arts Institute (SPAI) allows participants to rotate between the various classes and instructors in their specialties. Participants will learn material in dance, tap, voice, acting, improv and more. Performing artists never stop learning and can benefit from a professional training offered. Learn from more than 10 different instructors who have Broadway, Off-Broadway, world and national tour experience, and are awarding-winning in their disciplines. The material includes selections from the upcoming 2015-16 season and there will be live performances showcasing what the participants have learned in the two week period. The SPAI program is for participants age six to 18 (participants are grouped by age) and runs July 20-31, Monday through Friday from 9am-1:30pm. Performances will be held July 31 at 6:30pm, 7:30pm and 8:30pm. The cost of the program is $375. In addition, MTA will offer “Summer Over the Rainbow” for ages three to five. The MTA Minis Program will focus on various aspects of an MTA show: vocal technique (projection, annunciation, tone, blending as a group), dance skills (coordination, synchronization), showmanship and basic theater terminology. The program runs July 27-31, from 2-3:30pm, Monday-Friday. Performance will be held July 31 at 5pm. The cost is $95. For information, call 602.743.9892 visit www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org.
Summer Teen Series A new Summer Teen Series launches in July at the Anthem Civic Building that will tackle issues such as drug prevention, selfawareness and healthy relationships. Teens can enter raffles, enjoy free refreshments and make new friends (parents are welcome, too). Programs include: Stay Sharp – July 9, 1-2:30pm Stay Sharp is a hard-hitting, high-energy drug prevention presentation designed to educate students on drug and alcohol abuse and the consequences of their choices. Students will hear speakers share personal stories of their introduction to drugs and the destructive journey it lead them on, as well as a dynamic, thought-provoking video. While all ages are invited, some material may not be suitable for children under the age of 12. Kaity’s Way – July 15, 1-2:30pm Kaity’s Way provides assistance to youth of all ages who are subjected to or involved in violent relationships. The organization does this by promoting understanding and educating the community to lessen the instances of violence among or against children through “PEACE” (Patience, Empathy, Acceptance, Caring and Equality). The vision is that awareness and education will bring about the prevention of violence, and therefore a societal shift providing a generation of healthy respectful relationships to be followed by many others. Unleash Your Inner Power – July 22, 1-2:30pm Motivational speaker AJ Adams delivers a powerful message of recognizing the power individuals have within to overcome any obstacle. Coping With Stress, Overcoming Depression – July 29, 1-2:30pm This peer-to-peer prevention education program inspires positive life choices in youth through the sharing of real life stories from the presenters themselves. All of the events are free and refreshments provided. To learn more or register, visit http://bit.ly/1DH8pLo.
MAYOR PETERSON WRITES... By Mayor Les Peterson
New “Gateways” Will Shine A Spotlight On Downtown Carefree
Paint Party At Holland Community Center Enjoy a paint party hosted by Posh Paint at the Foothills Community Foundation Holland Community Center Wednesday, July 15, from 6-9pm. A B.Y.O.B. event, guests can bring his or her own beer or wine. No experience necessary, so go ready to have a great time and paint “Good Night Moon,” taught by Susan Falcon-Hargraves. The cost is $45 per person. Register at www.posh-paint.com. Space is limited. Holland Community Center is located at 34250 North 60th Street, Building B, in Scottsdale. For more information, visit www.azfcf.org.
he Desert Foothills Family YMCA will offer CPR/AED & First Aid classes Thursday, July 9. The class will help participants learn the skills to save a life in an emergency. The American Safety and Health Institutes CPR/ AED & First Aid courses teach entry-level knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to medical emergencies and to provide care until emergency medical services personnel arrive.
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The First Aid class runs from 4-6:30pm. CPR/AED class runs from 6:30-9pm. The cost for each is $25 for members and $35 for non-members. Call 602.212.6291 or email kbreese@vosymca.org for more information on the classes. Participants may register in person, online or by phone. In addition to safety classes, the YMCA offers a broad range of activities for the entire family – from toddlers to seniors – throughout the year. From sports and activities and camps and childcare to community programs that run the gamut to “build a healthy spirit, mind and body.” Desert Foothills Family YMCA is located at 34250 North 60th Street, Building C, in Scottsdale. For additional information, call 480.596.9622 or www.valleyymca.org.
Grilled Addiction’s Thyme-n-Lime Grilled Lollipop Lamb Chop
Enjoy the Mariachi Food Fest every second Thursday of the month from 5-8pm in the parking lot behind Brix Wines, 37636 North Tom Darlington Road. The event features Grilled Addiction food truck and more. For additional information, visit www.carefree.org, www.brixwinesaz.com or www.grilledaddiction.com.
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When the Carefree “Founding Fathers” – K.T. Palmer and Tom Darlington – first laid out the Town Plan, they did an outstanding job by creating a walkable downtown filled with quaint shops and MAYOR Town of Carefree restaurants, nestled comfortably between the major traffic arteries of Scottsdale Road (Tom Darlington in 480.488.3686 www.carefree.org Carefree) and Cave Creek Road. They were excited and proud of the downtown area they had created and proceeded to label the streets with whimsical names like Easy Street, Wampum Way and Ho Hum Road. One thing they may have overlooked in their enthusiasm for their newly created town was letting people know how to find the Carefree Town Center easily. Carefree has been attracting a lot of new visitors to the Town Center due to the popular art events and Christmas festival and some visitors have expressed it is a little hard to find since we aren’t a “main street” kind of town. The Town listened to its visitors and the Council has recently authorized “Gateways” to be erected at the major intersections of roadways along Tom Darlington and Cave Creek Road leading to the Downtown Carefree area. We look forward to seeing the gateways completed in the fall and will showcase the new drawings in the near future. In the meantime, come and enjoy Carefree, since we are minutes away, just north of the 101 on Scottsdale Road. See you soon!
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Arizona Sage Art Market is looking for artists who would like to participate in its 2015 holiday art sale. The event will be held at the FCF-Holland Community Center December 5 from 9am-5pm. This one-day event will offer an extensive collection of artful products. It is a juried, affordable, art based show No individual items are to be priced over $300, in order to encourage holiday gift shopping. Visit www.azfcf.org for more information and vendor application or send an email to arizonasage@aol.com. The deadline to apply is July 15.
The Desert Foothills Land Trust has a number of events and opportunities coming up this fall that residents should be on the lookout for. Information on the Mountains of the Land Trust Photo Contest is expected to be released by September 1, but it’s not too early to keep eyes peeled for terrific photo ops that feature Daisy Mountain or Black Mountain – the two iconic landmarks in the community. Save the date for Saturday, November 21, for Desert Discovery Day at Jewel of the Creek Preserve in Cave Creek. The Land Trust’s nonprofit partners will join in for this day of free family fun at the preserve. Participants will enjoy free food, crafts, live animals and other adventures as the Land Trust highlight the wonderful natural and cultural resources in our beautiful Sonoran Desert. Desert Foothills Land Trust connects people to nature by working with communities and partners to conserve and steward sensitive lands and species for the survival of the fragile Sonoran Desert. Learn more at www.dflt.org or by calling 480.488.6131.
PALM DESERT REALTY “Established in Carefree Since 1968”
36247 N ROMPING ROAD CAREFREE 85377 One of a kind Carefree Contempo, Carefree Rolling Hills. 2 Bedrooms, Den, 3 Baths. Split floor. 3,422 sq.ft. Exquisite views from every room. 1.14 acre lot, corner view lot. MLS#5053365 NOT A SHORT SALE, DRASTICALLY REDUCED $597,500
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CHALET STYLE – CAVE CREEK HOME 2.5 Acres include main house and large 2BD guest house. Located off Highland Road in Cave Creek. Ideal for extended family living. Beautiful mountain views. Well, electric gate, ample storage room for toys, etc. Room for pool and horses. MLS#5194984 REDUCED $410,000
CAMP CREEK CABIN 32819 N 55TH PLACE, CAVE CREEK Beautiful, well maintained single level home on nice half acre lot in gated Casas del Cielo. This 4 bedroom, 3 bath home is 2500 sq. ft. with a well thought out split master floor plan. Master with separate tub and shower, dual sinks with central vanity, two walkin closets, sitting area and a private door opening to the patio/pool area. Bedrooms 2 and 3 share a bath. Bedroom 4, with its own bath, is perfect for guests or for use as an office. Pool, spa and great views of Black Mountain in the backyard. The front courtyard area offers a putting green. Close proximity to some of the best schools in the state. Put this one on the short list!. MLS#5294474 $487,900
PATENTED MINING CLAIMS/ TONTO NATIONAL FOREST Extraordinary building sites with views in all directions. Plenty of room for homes, horses, and workshops. Off the grid. NE of Carefree, near Seven Springs at 4,200’ elevation; Red Rover Copper #5, 20 acres MLS# 5258526 $200,000 West 1/2 Red Rover Copper #3, 10 acres. MLS# 5266340 $150,000
1.36 ACRE LOT – CAREFREE ROLLING HILLS 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. Easy build in deed restricted community. MLS#5247328 $295,000
Charming cabin beside flowing Camp Creek with Fall change of colors and Summer green shade. Living room, gallery kitchen, dining area, ¾ bath and loft bedroom. Occupancy 180 days by Forest Service Permit. MLS #5213597 $87,500
TOWN OF CAVE CREEK Untouched 2.5 Acre Parcel at 52nd Street and El Sendero Drive. Horses O.K. No HOA. Paved access, utilities to neighboring property. MLS#5177055 REDUCED $195,000
CAREFREE ROLLING HILLS PROPERTY 9214 E Sunrise Circle, Lot #29. A generous 1.27 acres of exquisite views to surrounding mountains. On a private cul-de-sac, easy to build property. All utilities available. An excellent investment in Carefree. MLS#5154302 $179,000
CAREFREE LOT ON LONG RIFLE ROAD 36855 Long Rifle Road, Lot #421, easy build property. A builder’s dream lot for your luxury home. Walking distance of Towne Center. All utilities close by. Must see to appreciate. MLS#5147803 REDUCED $179,000
EXCLUSIVE TONTO HILLS LOT Lot 224Q Old Mine Road. 1.24 Acre lot with views to Fountain Hills, Pinnacle Peak, Red Mountain, Four Peaks. MLS#5211256 $140,000
CAREFREE COMMERCIAL FOR LEASE Carefree Copper Domed Building 7401 Easy Street, Luxury Offices, 552, 810, and 1065 sq.ft. Individual heating and cooling, private baths. Modified gross leases available.
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30 Easy Street next to Palm Desert Realty. Best location for retail, excellent exposure, 810 sq.ft. Newly decorated, individual heating and cooling, private bath. Modified gross lease available.
5.34 Acres. Lot #25. Limited Edition Property. SW Corner of Paint Pony and Stirrup MLS#5211259 $350,000
20 Easy Street excellent retail exposure, 645 sq.ft. Move-in ready, individual heating and cooling, private bath. Modified gross lease available.
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Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center now offers Team Job Search to its customers who seek employment in the Cave Creek/ Carefree area. Team Job Search provides workshops to assist food bank clients in reinventing the way they look for work and learn how to ensure that applications and resumes are selected or interviews so they can find the right job. Workshops are held at Desert Foothills Library in Cave Creek alternating Mondays and Thursdays. People can register or seek more information at www.desertfoothillslibrary.org/calendar. The Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center provides emergency food, financial assistance and other life necessities and resources to individuals and families in the desert foothills, which encompasses a 180-square mile area that includes Black Canyon City, Cave Creek, Carefree, Anthem, Desert Hills, New River, North Scottsdale and North Phoenix. For more information, call 480.488.1145 or visit www.foothillsfoodbank.com.
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Ralph Harold Zeller Technical Sergeant Ralph Harold Zeller, a retired US Air Force Reserve and Arizona resident since 1987, passed away on June 2, at age 77. Born in 1938, Ralph was the youngest of Joseph John Zeller and Mary Marie Quigley. Raised in Minnesota and Iowa, Ralph graduated from the University of Wisconsin- Platteville. Ralph honorably served his country in the U.S. Marines National Guard and the US Air Force. He had a passion for learning and embraced being a lifelong student. He was an Iowa State University Science Teacher of the Year and served as President of the Teachers’ Association. Ralph also taught outside the classroom as an Institutional Head for the Boy Scouts of America. A noted nutritional expert, he opened several Diet Center Offices in Iowa, Wisconsin, and Arizona, with his wife. He successfully published hundreds of health articles, and authored a nutrition book, “Your Health, Your Choice.” Ralph made friends easily, shared countless laughs, and helped thousands improve their quality of life. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. Ralph is survived by his spouse of 54 years: Clio JoAnn Piper Zeller; his sons and daughters-in-law: Jeffrey Ralph Zeller, Tammy Acherman Zeller; Sidney Grant Zeller and Abbie Sapico Zeller; his grandchildren: Jeffrey Michael Sapico Zeller; Julie Elizabeth Zeller, Emily Catherine Zeller, and Jeremiah Matthew Sapico Zeller, siblings: James Ervin Zeller and Marcena Kline, and many others. He was preceded in death by his parents, his son Joseph William Zeller, and multiple dear family members. An Arizona remembrance gathering will be held from 1- 4 p.m., July 14, at the Zeller home, 11066 W. Oak Ridge Road, in Sun City.
Familiar Name – New Wealth Management Firm Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. welcomed Certified Financial Planner Noah Kendrick, who operates as Kendrick Wealth Management, an independent firm. Securities are offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Kendrick joins from Edward Jones, where he founded the firm’s Carefree office in 2004, and was named a limited partner for his efforts and dedicated service. “We can now provide expanded offerings, enhanced capabilities and resources, upgraded technology and a firm that remains focused on independence with increased options. Raymond James supports our business through flexibility in its platform and client centric business models,” Kendrick says. Currently, Kendrick serves on the board of directors for the Foothills Community Foundation. He has served as past President of the Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce, and as an eight-year sponsor of the CCUSD employee of the month program. Kendrick Wealth Management is located at Pima Norte, 36600 North Pima Road, Suite 104, in Carefree. For information, call 480.887.8888, or visit www.kendrickwm.com.
The Kids Found Their New House I sometimes call our daughter Liva and our son-in-law Kevin “kids” even though they are in their mid-40s. They Writer have been looking for a bigger house that is closer to work, with a pool and a room large enough for their regulation-sized pool table. Step-mom Kathie, who is a Realtor, set up an online portal to preview houses. For several months they looked at many houses, but didn’t find the right one. They again made plans with Kathie to go out and look at houses. Liva asked, “Dad, do you want to go with us?” I saw disappointment on her face when I said, “I don’t want to spend the day going in and out of houses.” But since she was a little girl, noticing that disappointed look, I sometimes change my mind. Liva and Kevin are good planners. They think things through, do the research, and consider all the pros and cons before they make a purchase. Unlike me, they have the patience to spend the time it takes to make good decisions. On a recent Saturday, the four of us headed off to look at five houses. We walked into the first house, and it was apparent that Liva and Kevin immediately liked it. The house had the things they wanted, plus views of distant mountains. An hour later, as we were driving to the next house, Liva – my daughter who doesn’t make quick decisions – shocked me when she said, “Kevin, I think we should make an offer on that house.” He agreed. Kathie ran the numbers on comparable properties, they made an offer that afternoon, it was accepted and they have a new house they love. They made a quick decision but it was not an impulsive one because they had done their research and knew what they wanted. When they saw the house, it was love at first sight, and that always requires quick and adept thinking.
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DAR Essay Contest Winners The Black Mountain Foothills Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution announced its student winners for the American History and Christopher Columbus Essay Contests. The winners are: David Kraft, fifth grade; Victor Kraft, sixth grade; Freya Schalla, seventh grade; Christopher Rasmussen, eighth grade; and Madison Zeller, high school winner – all from Bella Vista College Preparatory School. The Daughters of the American Revolution sponsors essay contests for children in fifth through 12th grade. The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution was founded in 1890 to promote patriotism, preserve American history and support education for the nation’s children. Its members are descended from the patriots who won American independence during the Revolutionary War. Those interested in learning more about the DAR or are interested in joining should visit www.blackmtnfoothills.weebly.com for more information.
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Allen Nohre lives in Carefree with his wife, Kathie. He is a writer at Terros and can be reached at anohre@cox.net.
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MUSINGS OF A DISTRACTIBLE MIND / BY HOPE H. OZER The latest TV commercial for the USPS is entitled “Watch Us Deliver.” The voice over begins, “What do you think of when you think of the U.S. Postal Service?” Do they really want to know? Incompetence? Beginning from the beginning. Stay with me. Part of me is Thoroughly Modern Millie. The other part is as traditional as they come. One part emails, texts and Facebooks. The other likes receiving household bills via U.S. Mail (not email), handwritten thank you notes, formal table settings and gentlemen holding doors open. Multiple personality disorder? Perhaps. If that’s the case, my traditional side is uber protective of my modern side. I am also a control freak. (Heavens! Another disorder.) Just ask those who know and love me. Included in my control freakiness is that I pay my bills on time. Myself. I could authorize automatic withdrawal (shudder). Leave my credit card on file (is this really secure?). Schedule payments through online banking and forget about it (not a chance). I do it the old-fashioned way: (1) receive bills via U.S. Mail; (2) pay by check, credit card, online banking; (3) keep a receipt. My choice. My control. My disorder. I have paid all of our bills for 45 years of marriage. On or ahead of time. Always. Imagine my chagrin when LH goes online in “research” mode to evaluate our cable services to find that our account is “Past Due,” there is a late fee assessed and if we don’t pay up in less than a week our service will be interrupted. WHAT? He sends me an email with a snarky, yet affectionate note with something about it having been “…lost in one of your piles?” I guess it is possible (not probable, but possible) that the bill was misplaced. Doubtful. I turn my office upside down. No bill. Phone the cable provider. Advise I had never received the bill. Based on our history of decades of never having been late, they deduct the late charge. Figured it was an oddity. Stuff happens. Until… Two days later I receive two current months’ bills from yet other utilities. One states in bold letters at the very top: “DELINQUENT ACCOUNT.” Plus, a late fee. The other more gently states, “Just a reminder, your usual timely payment has not been received.” Yikes! I am mortified. I can feel my blood pressure going up again as I recount this saga. Here goes: Friday 6/5. Afternoon: I call the USPS, Hopi Station which services (loose use of term) our area. “The line is busy. For only seventy-five cents, CenturyLink will keep trying and immediately call you back when the line is no longer busy.” (Guess we didn’t owe them money.) I call repeatedly. Same message. I call the 800 number listed on the USPS website. A lovely lady listens to my story. She’ll advise Hopi. Saturday 6/6. Evening: Receive voicemail from Jane (name changed to protect the guilty) at Hopi Station at 2:40pm. On a Saturday. I’m impressed. Briefly.
Monday 6/8. Morning: Start calling at 8am. Repeatedly. Same “The line is busy…” message. 10:22am: It rings. Yay! And rings. And rings. No answer. Call again. A person answers. I ask for Jane. “One moment, please.” I’m on “hold.” Recording: “Thank you for calling. Please be assured that your call will be answered as quickly as possible. Please continue to hold for just a moment longer. We will be on the line shortly to answer your call.” I was able to write that down verbatim as I was on “hold” with this loop for fifty-five minutes and counting. 11:18am: While continuing on hold, I call on my cell. Same person answers. At least that’s consistent. I ask for Jane. Person will get her. I’m on “hold” now on this phone, too. Same recording. Stereo. I’ve now invested 59 minutes – not including the number of times I could not get through at all. Person says, “She’s in a meeting. Can I have your number and she’ll call you back?” You have got to be kidding. I was on so long I got lots done. Like paying the bills I did receive. Tuesday 6/9. All day: Call on and off. Same busy message. Wednesday 6/10. All day: Rings repeatedly. Perhaps they hadn’t paid their phone bill? This is getting old. I take a lonnnnnnnng break. Wednesday 6/17. Morning: 10:45am: Busy. 10:46am: Rings. Forever. 10:49am: Person answers. I ask for the supervisor. On hold for only 17 minutes when Jane appears. I tell her my story. She’ll have the supervisor for our address talk with the carrier. “I thought you were the supervisor.” It just keeps getting better. Lest you think it’s just me: A friend “serviced” by the same station is in postal hell. (1) Mail was supposed to be held while on extended vacation. Wasn’t. (2) Days after return received all of someone else’s mail, neatly held by a rubber band plus three pieces of other misdelivered mail. (3) Getting lots of mail for other addresses. Her question: “If we’re getting someone else’s, who is getting ours?” Making a yet longer (can you believe it?) story shorter: Nothing has yet been resolved. Snail mail? How about no mail? Does identity theft concern you? What about credit scores when bills are not received? Will the USPS bear that burden? So much for tradition. Perhaps it’s time for me to bite the bullet and opt in for receiving bills via email. Then they can be lost in cyberspace instead of at the USPS! Hope H. Ozer, founder and Publisher Emeritus of CITYSunTimes, is president of Phoenix Manhattan Group, LLC. Her columns range from personal – some humorous, some poignant – to observations on life.
Soroptimist Club Presents Scholarship
MAYOR FRANCIA WRITES... By Mayor Vincent Francia
Soroptimist International of Saguaro Foothills presented Ashley Farrow with a scholarship totaling $5,000 for being an outstanding member of the S Club. S Club is a Soroptimist sponsored service club for young women at Cactus Shadows High School. The Club prepares students for leadership roles in the community, business and professional world, and the opportunity to work on community service projects. S Club focuses on friendship, leadership, service and fun. This year›s projects included serving at the annual Spaghetti Dinner, supporting Bobcat’s Closet at Black Mountain Elementary, Adopt-a-Family and Necessitree at Christmas, volunteering at Scully Center, Caring Core awareness, Valentine’s Day Luncheon and Feed My Starving Children. Each year the club provides a four-year scholarship to an outstanding graduating girl. Farrow will be attending the University of Kansas Soroptimist scholarship recipient Ashley Farrow to pursue an Architectural degree. This is a fiveyear program and since her chosen university is half way across the country, the club expects that the scholarship is greatly appreciated. Farrow has been a very active member of S Club while being involved with other clubs, maintaining a high GPA and working a 20 hour week. Learn more about Soroptimist International of Saguaro Foothills at www.sisaguarofoothills.org
Summer At Cave Creek Regional Park Cave Creek Regional Park offers a number of ranger-guided activities throughout the month of July. Clay Mine Adventure: July 10; 7pm Led by Ranger Mark Paulat who will discuss the history of this site and 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 visitors may participate at their convenience during the scheduled time frame. The last tour starts at 8:30pm. Archery 101 a: July 18; 7am Participants will experience a fun and safe basic introduction to recreational and international-style target archery.
Equipment is provided. This program is open to anyone ages 10 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring water and wear closed-toed shoes. To register, contact Ranger Mark at markpaulat@mail.maricopa.gov. Space is limited.
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My first memory of seeing Independence Day fireworks was when I was a child. Held in my father’s arms on the banks of Pennsylvania’s Susquehanna River, I safely witnessed and was delighted by this new and dazzling spectacle in the nighttime sky, although the loud bangs unnerved me. MAYOR Town of Cave Creek This father-son ritual would be repeated over many July 4th celebrations. On one such occasion, 480.488.1400 www.cavecreek.org when I was on the verge of teen hood, my father uncharacteristically said to me, “I hope you never have to be in a war.” My father provided no follow-up clarification, nor did I ask him why he made this out-of-context statement. However, deep down, I think I knew. My father was a WW II veteran of army engagements in the South Pacific, of battles, skirmishes and hand-to-hand combat (I would later find out from an army buddy of his) on multiple islands with exotic sounding names. He never talked to me about his experiences there. Ever. Except for that one statement he made on that Independence Day. We Americans will once again gather this July 4th, many of us with sons and daughters, to enjoy the pyrotechnic displays and that red, white and blue finale commemorating our country’s independence in 1776. And though we adults can still partake of the childlike delight of fireworks, we are seasoned enough to reflect on the serious side of Independence Day. America’s independence required sacrifice; freedom was not gifted to us, it was fought for. Not everyone lived to enjoy the fruits. From the Founding Fathers to the countless men and women who have given their lives to protect this freedom, these fireworks remember and thank them. God’s blessings to them and to America.
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In Search of Scorpions by Starlight: July 24; 7pm Meet the ranger at the Nature Center as we venture out into the desert night in search of scorpions. Bring a flashlight and a blacklight. Don’t forget a camera. No pets. Survival Basics: July 25; 10am Those who would feel better knowing a bit more about basic survival may be interested in this introductory class. Meet in the Nature Center.
Clay Mine at sunset. Photo courtesy of Cave Creek Regional Park.
Cave Creek Regional Park is located at 37900 North Cave Creek Parkway (north of Carefree Highway and 32nd Street). There is a $6 per vehicle park entry fee. For more information, visit www.maricopa.gov/parks/cave_creek, call 623. 465.0431 or contact Ranger Mark at markpaulat@mail.maricopa.gov.
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Pink Cadillac Boutique Reopens The Pink Cadillac Boutique reopened under new ownership May 23. The owner, Julie Paul, was tired of the Minnesota winters and decided to make a change and relocate to Arizona where her grandparents and mother have had residences since the 1940s. The shop, says Paul, “is a mix of Boho-chic, a style of fashion drawing on various bohemian and hippie influences and you will also find items with a Western and Rock ‘n’ Roll flair. I really want to have very unique items that make you feel feminine and carefree.” Shoppers will also find jeans, T-shirts, handbags, belts and various accessories. The Pink Cadillac Boutique is located at 6220 East Cave Creek Road, across from Frontier Town. To find out more, visit www. pinkcadillacboutique.com or call 480.575.1060.
Christmas in July And More The Gold Mine Thrift Shop will hold its Christmas in July sale July 8 from 9am-3pm. Shoppers will find Christmas décor at bargain prices. All puzzles, games and children’s items are only 25¢ each. In addition, the thrift shop will hold a four-day sale July 28 – August 1 in order to clean out the store in preparation for its August closure. The store will be closed to shopping in August, but will be accepting donations in anticipation of its September opening day. The Gold Mine Thrift Shop is located at 6502 East Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek. For more information, call 480.488.3721 or visit www.goodshepherdaz.org/ gold-mine.html.
The Desert Foothills Library will hold its Summer Indie Film Festival 2015 July 10 – August 28. Residents can enjoy exceptional films every Friday (free popcorn and soda too). Films shown in July include Ida (July 10); Life Itself (July 17); A Most Wanted Man (July 24); and Lunch Box (July 31). The films are shown from 10am-12pm. Desert Foothills Library is located at 38443 North Schoolhouse Road in Cave Creek. For more information, call 480.488.2286 or visit www. desertfoothillslibrary.org.
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Indie Film Fest At The Library
Cartwright’s History Dinners
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Residents can once again embark on a journey and become immersed in the flavor of the Old West as the Cartwright’s Sonoran Ranch House History Dinners, presented by Sanderson Lincoln, continue this month. There are no better story spinners than Marshall Trimble, Bob “Boze” Bell, Wyatt Earp, Dolan Ellis and Lance Polingyouma, and there is no better place to fill one’s belly while getting an earful than at Cartwright’s, where the accolades are piled higher than the tall tales you’ll hear. Every other Wednesday through October, enjoy no-host cocktails at 5pm, gourmet dinner served at 6pm sharp and history presentations/discussions at 7pm. The cost is $55 per person plus sales tax and 18 percent gratuity for a three-course meal with an appetizer, entrée and dessert. Beverages are extra. Presentations in July include “Coronado’s Children: Arizona’s Lost Mines,” presented by Trimble July 8; and “A New Look at Billy the Kid and the Lincoln County War,” presented by Bell July 22. Call 480.488.8031 for reservations. No online reservations available for these special events. Cartwright’s Sonoran Ranch House is located at 6710 East Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek. For information, visit www.cartwrightssonoranranchhouse.com.
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Fourth Of July Potluck And Fireworks Triple R Horse Rescue invites the community to come out for a fun potluck and night of watching the Cave Creek fireworks from the ranch. The event will be held Saturday, July 4, at 6:30pm at Lil Bit North Ranch in the building next to the covered arena. Bring a favorite dish to share. Questions may be addressed via e-mail to info@triplerhorserescueaz. com. Learn more about Triple R at www.triplerhorserescueaz.com.
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Save The Date!
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Triple R Horse Rescue is planning its third annual Hope for Horses Annual Gala to be held at the Carefree Resort and Conference Center October 3. The evening will include a formal dinner, exciting programming and both silent and live auctions to raise much-needed funding to continue the organizations rescue, rehabilitate and re-home efforts. The gala will be held from 5-9pm. The Carefree Resort and Conference Center is located at 37220 North Mule Train Road in Carefree. Dress code for the event is “Cowboy Cocktail,� and the cost is $75 per person. Triple R Horse Rescue is a 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home horses surrendered to their care. It is a 100 percent volunteer-run organization relying on support from the community to continue its mission. All monies raised go directly to the care and feeding of the horses. Located on three acres donated by Rockaway Hills Ranch in Cave Creek, Arizona, Triple R Horse Rescue is dedicated to assisting with the 175,000 unwanted horses in the United States. Over the past three years, our efforts have seen more than 100 horses re-homed. For additional information, visit www.triplerhorserescueaz.com or call 602.396.8726.
The Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center is in need of volunteer drivers to pick-up and drop off food and related items for the food bank. Because requests for food assistance have intensified, van drivers are needed to help ensure the families that are served by Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center receive the food and personal items they so desperately need. According to executive director Pam DiPietro, Foothills Food Bank seeks individuals with an SUV or small truck who can work one to two days a week for two hours to pick up and transport donated food. Food pick-ups, which range in size/ weight, typically are conducted during early morning hours between 7-10am. “The need is critical as we cannot feed those in need without volunteers,� says DiPietro. Interested and available volunteers should contact John Murphy, who can answer questions regarding specific duties, at 480.600.6978 or by email at jcmamurphy@ yahoo.com. For information, visit www.foothillsfoodbank.com.
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Monthly Book Sale Supports The Library
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Each year, the Friends of the Desert Foothills Library receives tens of thousands of donated books, which are sold to the public through the Chapter 2 Book Store and online through Amazon and other marketplaces. Notable donated books are offered to the Library for its special collections. All books that are not placed for sale in the book store, or given to the Library, are sold at monthly book sales, held on the first weekend of each month. Many items are sold for $1 or less. Chapter 2 Book Store offers over 15,000 hardcover and paperback books in all genres from the latest novels to 150 year old collectibles. Visitors will also find CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Upcoming sales include July 10-12 and August 7-9. Book sale hours are Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday 10am-4pm and Sunday 12-4pm. Chapter2 Books also needs donations of gently used books, DVDs and music CDs, as well as volunteers to work in the bookstore, including at monthly sales. Desert Foothills Library is located at 38442 North Schoolhouse Road in Cave Creek. For more information, visit www.chapter2booksaz.com.
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Summer Planning For Back-To-School While there is still another month of summer vacation, Fountain Hills Middle School and Four Peaks Elementary School families can get a head start on the 2015-16 school year. Here are a few ways to plan ahead. • Check out the school supply lists for the upcoming year and get the shopping out of the way early. • Sign up for eScrip and Box Tops for Education. Residents can earn money for area schools just by doing day-to-day shopping. To sign up or renew eScrip, go to https:// secure.escrip.com/signup/index.jsp. To learn more about Box Tops for Education, visit www.boxtops4education.com/products. Learn more about school fundraising at the Fountain Hills Parent Teacher Organization website: www.fhusdpto.org. • Save the date for the Meet the Teachers Open House Thursday, August 6, from 5:30-8pm. Families are welcome to stop by any time that evening, however, there will be grade-specific curriculum information presented at set times.
Chamber Breakfast Meeting
The Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce will hold its next FH Connect Breakfast meeting Thursday, July 16, from 7-8am. The event will be held at Sofrita’s, 16848 East Avenue of the Fountains. The Chamber welcomes members and guests for breakfast, networking and socializing with fellow business members. The cost of the event is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. To register, visit www.fountainhillschamber. com and click on the “Chamber Events” link. For additional information, call 480.837.1654.
Fountain Hills Theater will present the Mel Brooks’ stage adaption of the film Young Frankenstein though July 5. L-R: Noel Irick, Bill Bennett, Patrick Russo, Roger Grandson of the infamous Prenger, Morgan Ottersbach Victor Frankenstein, Frederick Frankenstein (pronounced “Fronk-en-steen”) inherits his family’s estate in Transylvania. With the help of a hunchbacked side-kick, Igor (pronounced “Eye-gore”), and a leggy lab assistant, Inga, Frederick finds himself in the mad scientist shoes of his ancestors. He brings to life a creature to rival his grandfather’s. Eventually, of course, the monster escapes and hilarity continuously abounds. Fountain Hills Theater is located at 11445 North Saguaro Boulevard. For more information, call 480.837.9661 or visit www.fhtaz.org.
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Visit www.msfp.fountainhillsschools.org and click on the “News” link for all of the details and most up-to-date information. Learn more about the Fountain Hills Unified School District at www. fountainhillsschools.org.
Musical Young Frankenstein Wraps This Month
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FOREVER FAMILIES BY ANNE-MARIE PRITCHETT Aid to Adoption of Special Kids
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No-kill Shelter Develops Reading Program For Dogs And Cats
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The Arizona Animal Welfare League & Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (AAWL & SPCA) is using reading as a tool to help animals in their shelter become happier, more socialized pets. Volunteers spend time reading to dogs and cats awaiting adoption at the state’s oldest and largest no-kill shelter. “Reading is an important socialization activity for dogs and cats,” explains Whitney Fletcher, Director of Volunteers & Special Events at AAWL & SPCA. “It helps fearful dogs and cats become more comfortable with people without forcing interaction. As you read out loud, you are focusing on something other than the animal,” she explains. “In turn, the animal grows accustomed to your presence and voice, which is calming.” It really doesn’t matter what the volunteer reads, she notes, adding that college students volunteering at the shelter often read their text books to the animals. “Dogs and cats find the rhythmic sound of a voice very comforting and soothing.” AAWL & SPCA volunteers can either bring their own books or borrow one from the shelter’s free Little Library. The reading program is one of the socialization techniques the organization uses to help dogs and cats become better pets. Other programs include night walks with shelter dogs at local parks and “Doggie Coffee Dates,” in which volunteers take pups with them to local coffee shops each Saturday. These programs helps the dogs learn to interact with strangers and become accustomed to new situations. For more information about AAWL & SPCA, go to www.aawl.org or call 602.273.6852.
Meet Blake – an adventurous, inquisitive, sweet young boy who is the most loving and affectionate six-year-old, according to his case manager, Kathleen Hizer of St. Nicholas Adoptions in Tucson. During this week’s Wednesday’s Child interview, Blake had a fantastic time exploring and playing at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix. His interest in trains was a hot topic of discussion as he is fascinated with them. Trains are his favorite thing in the world. In school, Blake’s best subject is math. “He’s better than most six-year-olds,” says Hizer. “He’s a brilliant kid and he’s doing really well this semester. His grades are high and he’s playing with peers on the playground.” Blake also does very well in reading. He enjoys being read to, asks a lot of questions while Blake is a resilient boy with a reading together and he likes picture books. loving disposition. Blake is a strong little guy who never gives up on life. He loves the outdoors, and he can do everything a normal six-year-old can do. “One of his best qualities and something unique to his age is his resilience. He takes things that scare many adults with a smile, and he isn’t afraid. Blake had a double kidney failure at 18 months and had to have a transplant. Currently, it’s stable and not rejecting. However, he will eventually need another transplant, but he’s monitored monthly and is doing really well,” says Hizer. Blake would offer a family insight on true inner strength and prosperity. He would teach them how to live through the good and bad times with a smile. According to his case manager, he lights up a room when he smiles, is great with animals and other kids, and just wants the attachment of a loving family. The ideal family for Blake is one that offers unconditional love, commitment and stability. A forever home that offers support, balance and assurance would do wonders for his development. “Over the past year, we’ve already seen so much growth in Blake, developmentally and emotionally, by just being in a stable place,” says Hizer. “It would give him a chance to have an exceptional life.” It’s also essential that Blake’s forever family be willing to do whatever it takes to tend to his medical needs and be strong when doing so. Even though he is resilient, he will need a lot of structure and firm boundaries in addition to a good balance of love and reassurance. He’s never had that, according to Hizer. He’s been in several different placements and needs to know it’s going to be a forever home. For more information on Blake, call 602.254.2275, or visit www.aask-az.org.
FOOTHILLS ANIMAL RESCUE PET OF THE MONTH This July will mark five years that Piccadilly, a sleek black cat who has a personality much larger than her petite size, has been living in the shelter. She starts out a little shy but it doesn’t take her long to warm up to you. She loves attention, and is a perfect by-the-side companion. She is not a fan of being picked up, but will purr like crazy if scratched behind her ears. She is a curious kitty, who loves to chase the laser pointer and has gotten pretty close to finally catching it...or so she thinks! A less active home with patient guardians will suit her style best. Foothills Animal Rescue is located at 23030 North Pima Road in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.488.9890 or visit www.foothillsanimal.org.
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To reach Dr. Lee or for more information about the Paradise Valley Unified School District, call 602.449.2000 or visit www.pvschools.net.
Every Hero Has A Story Library program to help prevent “summer slide” Libraries all over the state are participating in the State Library’s summer reading program. Reading at least 20 minutes a day keeps the brain exercised and helps prevent “summer slide” or the loss of reading skills during summer break. “Summer reading is for all ages. In fact, it is important for children to see their parents and adult role models reading,” says Secretary of State Michele Reagan, whose office manages the State Library. “My mom had my brother and I compete, and never has there been another summer where I read with such intensity. You may change the contest parameters to fit your family by having Adults v. Kids, Cousin v. Cousin or Friend v. Friend.” If going to the library doesn’t fit into busy schedules, many libraries have free eBook lending programs. Read books on a tablet, smart phone or eReader applications. Tracking the number of books read can be done online as well. Last year, more than 118,000 summer reading program participants read nearly one million hours. Although the program began June 1, there is still plenty of time to dive into summer reading fun. Learn more at your local library: www.desertfoothillslibrary. org; www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org; www.scottsdalelibrary.org.
Make This Summer One Of Creativity
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In education there is no longer a one-size fits all model when it comes to program offerings. At Paradise Valley Unified School District, we have kept this in mind as we developed programs that prepare students for college and career readiness. Because the foundation of learning begins in elementary school, many of our signature programs are offered to our youngest learners who are beginning their DR. JAMES P. LEE Journey of Excellence. Paradise Valley Unified School District PVSchools is one of the nation’s few public school districts to offer Gifted Preschool. We established our gifted preschool programs to ensure these advanced learners can experience a challenging curriculum and innovative instruction where they can thrive academically and socially. The Gifted Preschool program is offered at Desert Trails – new location, Desert Cove, Fireside and North Ranch elementary schools. Our Montessori Preschool at Mercury Mine Elementary is based on the principles of Dr. Maria Montessori. Mercury Mine is a unique school setting surrounded by desert foothills, a beautiful desert botanical garden and multiple outdoor learning spaces that inspire learning. For parents who want their child to learn a foreign language at a young age, PVSchools offers Mandarin at Whispering Wind Academy and Spanish at Sandpiper Elementary. Starting in pre-Kindergarten, students are immersed in the language and culture of the language they are learning. For those parents interested in expanding their child’s musical knowledge, the Suzuki Strings program at Desert Shadows Elementary provides students with the opportunity to learn the violin. Weekly instruction is offered to students in preschool through third grades. Students in fourth through sixth grades can apply for the program and will receive daily instruction. If your child is passionate about dance, drama or visual arts, PVSchools offers an outlet for your child to express his or her creative passions with the North Valley Arts Academies at Desert Cove Elementary, Shea Middle and Shadow Mountain High. The North Valley Arts Academies at PVSchools provides a well-rounded seamless education from fifth through 12th grade that is focused on the performing and visual arts in addition to the rigorous curriculum that is offered. Let your child’s Journey of Excellence begin at PVSchools. To learn more about these opportunities, other signature programs and open enrollment options, visit our website at www.pvschools.net or call 602.449.2000.
Seeking young change-makers with bright ideas With school out for the summer, Youth Service America (YSA) is calling on kids to make this a Summer of Creativity. YSA, through support from Disney – ABC Television Group, will award Summer of Creativity Grants to young change-makers who have ideas and projects that positively impact their community. Youth ages five through 18 in the U.S. are eligible to apply for Summer of Creativity Grants by submitting service project ideas that will make a difference in their local communities. One hundred and twenty five winners will be awarded individual $500 grants to implement their projects. Select grantees will have a chance to be recognized on Good Morning America or their local ABC affiliate. Applications will be accepted through August 10, 2015, at www.ysa.org/beinspired.
2014 grant-awarded projects included: • Warm Winters, a program run by a 14-year-old to collect coats, hats and gloves left at ski resorts to help keep the homeless warm.
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• Shred Kids Cancer, a campaign organized by a 14-year-old to fundraise for research to help find cures for pediatric cancer. • Braeden’s Brown Bags, a foundation founded by a 10-year-old to provide healthy meals to kids in need. “With half the world’s population under the age of 25, our future depends on helping young people to find their voice, take action and make a positive impact in their communities. We know that young people are uniquely suited to help solve problems – if given the opportunity,” says Steven A. Culbertson, president and CEO of YSA. “We need youth to be leaders and problem solvers today, not just the leaders of a distant tomorrow. Disney ABC Television Group’s Summer of Creativity is about shining a bright light on the incredible power of youth to use their ingenuity to change the world.”
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Italian-Inspired Menu Items For Summer Dining Kneaders Bakery and Café invites its customers to experience a taste of Italy during its “Viva L’Italia” summer promotion. Beginning July 1 and through August 31, six authentic Italian-themed dishes and small bites will be added to the menu. Diners will be transported to Italy as they indulge in specialty drinks, savory sandwiches, fresh Hand Crafted Italian Sodas salads and decadent desserts which have been inspired by the region. In addition, as part of the summer promotion, Kneaders will be giving away two Italian vacations for two. For more details, visit www.kneadersitaliansummer.com. In Scottsdale, Kneaders is located at 15505 North Hayden Road. For information, call 480.355.0740 or Tuscan Bistro Sandwich visit www.kneaders.com
It’s Time To Rise & Dine In The Valley Breakfast Weekend is coming
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Valley chefs and restaurateurs are uniting this summer for Arizona Breakfast Weekend, July 30 – August 2. Diners will enjoy special dishes at breakfast and brunch spots offered at $7, $15 and $25 price points. Confirmed restaurants so far include Barrio Urbano, Chase’s Diner, Distrito, Kale & Clover: Mindful Kitchen, Original Breakfast House, Paul Martin’s, Perk Eatery, Proof at The Four Seasons, Rusconi’s American Kitchen, Virtu and all Valley locations of First Watch, The Good Egg and Wildflower Bread Company. The brainchild of and produced by Arizona Restaurant Association, Arizona Breakfast Weekend will offer lovers of all things egg, bacon, toast the chance to dine on special breakfast dishes and brunch experiences at restaurants, diners, and hotels around the Valley of the Sun. Chefs will have the chance to curate new recipes and to wow breakfast lovers by elevating and celebrating the morning meal. Breakfast Weekend will feature three dining price points and each restaurant that participates will select what they are offering from one of these options: • The Breakfast Bundle will include an over-the-top bundle of breakfast favorites for $7. • The Brunch Lite will include a mini-brunch style dish and Bloody Mary or Mimosa at most locations for $15 • Brunch will be a traditional resort-style brunch offering with all the bells and culinary whistles for $25. Some restaurants may choose to offer a “breakfast for dinner” option on July 30 and 31, check www.arizonabreakfastweekend.com and Facebook/ azbreakfastweekend for full details.
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New Summer Cocktails At TEXAZ Grill Beat the heat this summer at TEXAZ Grill, where they are serving up a trio of citrus-spiked cocktails all summer long. Available daily, TEXAZ Grill’s new Summer Cocktail menu tempts with three all-new cocktails (Luckenbach Lemonade, Orange Grove and Shiner Shanty) served all day and all priced under $10. Pair your cocktail with TEXAZ Grill’s hearty menu of handcut steaks and from-scratch Texas-style eats, for the ultimate summertime feast.
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Lemonade: $10 ~ Tito’s Vodka, Railean Rum, Republic Anejo Tequila with a Grand Marnier float
> Orange
Grove: $8 ~ Tito’s Vodka, orange juice, heavy cream, a touch of vanilla and some sweetness
> Shiner
Shanty: $6 ~ Shiner Prickly Pear Lager and lemonade
TEXAZ Grill is located at 6003 North 16th Street in Phoenix. For information, call 602.248.7827 or visit www.texazgrill.com.
The Orange Grove. Photo courtesy TEXAZ Grill
The Upton is celebrating summer with fresh, locally farmed flavors, light bites and an array of innovative tastes and plates. The Old Town Scottsdale restaurant is offering a new menu, courtesy of Executive Chef Chris Schlattman, that capitalizes on fine, fresh ingredients and the crisp, plentiful produce of the season. Offered are nine new nighttime tastes, from farm-fresh starters like Green Goddess Crudité featuring mixed vegetables, romaine hearts and red bliss potatoes to dishes designed for larger appetites like Cornish Game Hen with Jamaican Jerk Seasonings, beer butt and grilled pineapple (pictured). “We like to mix things up around here and take advantage of what’s in season,” Schlattman says. “We take cues from our guests as to what they’d like to see featured, check out local farms to see what’s thriving and then see what we can do to put our own Upton spin on things.” The Upton is located at 7216 East Shoeman Lane in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.991.6887 or visit www.theuptonaz.com.
Discover The Secrets Of Healthy Happy People By Erleen Tilton
Erleen Tilton is a holistic nutritionist, certified aroma therapist, speaker and author of The 7 Secrets of Healthy Happy People. For more information, send an email to info@erleentilton.com or visit www.erleentilton.com.
Book Encourages Women To ‘Consider Your Sanity’ Author Jennifer Mead’s mother lost her battle with cancer when Mead was 13 years old. In her mother’s absence, she was thrust into adulthood early and had to learn how to handle the complexities of life. Her book titled Consider Your Sanity, published by Xlibris (www.xlibris.com) is a result of what she has learned from life’s obstacles and how to overcome challenges. This book was written to give readers practical strategies to regain control of all they do and keep their mental game in check, so they can live life and enjoy their family again. It encourages women, wives and mothers to get organized and enjoy life with less stress. “Many families are struggling to hold life together and it takes a toll on everyone, especially mothers,” Mead says. “This is a quick read that offers simple ideas to help manage, organize and raise healthy families.” “Consider Your Sanity” is a simple and practical guide to managing the hectic pace of today’s culture. Mead hopes that this book will help readers learn to do things outside their comfort zones for their own sake and their family as well.
Stay Sun-Safe This Summer And Beyond The Skin Cancer Foundation reminds families that the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays increases the risk of skin cancer, which is why proper sun protection is essential. According to the Foundation, the sun’s UV rays are responsible for about 90 percent of non-melanoma skin cancers and 86 percent of melanomas. “Exposure to UV radiation is directly linked to all three forms of skin cancer,” says Perry Robins, MD, president of the Foundation. “By adopting good sun safety habits families can enjoy summer outdoor activities without increasing their skin cancer risk.” The Skin Cancer Foundation offers the following tips to help families enjoy a sun-safe summer and beyond: At the Beach Use a broad spectrum sunscreen daily. For extended outdoor activity, use a water-resistant broad
spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher. Reapply every two hours or after swimming or excessive sweating. Cover up with clothing. Look for high-UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) swim shirts or rash guards and choose bathing suits that cover more skin, like one-piece suits and long trunks. At Summer Camp Remind kids to seek the shade when possible, especially for outdoor activities taking place between 10am4pm, when UV rays are most intense. Practice sunscreen application beforehand. Teach children to apply one ounce (two tablespoons, or about the size of a golf ball) of sunscreen to all exposed areas 30 minutes before outdoor activities. Remind them to cover easily missed areas such as the back of the neck and tops of the ears.
If camp rules allow, ask counselors to help children reapply sunscreen every two hours, or after swimming or excessive sweating. On the Road Treat your vehicle to window film. Car windows don’t provide complete sun protection. Drivers beware. Nearly 53 percent of skin cancers in the U.S. occur on the left, or drivers’ side of the body. Don’t forget to apply sunscreen, particularly when spending extended time in a car that has no window film. Additional Prevention Tips Do not burn. At any age, a person’s risk for melanoma doubles if he or she has ever had five or more sunburns. Keep newborns out of the sun. Sunscreen should be used on babies over the age of six months. For additional information, visit www.skincancer.org.
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The statistics of people experiencing emotional and physical challenges are alarming. The National Mental Health Association says that ages six to 18 months old are now the fastest growing age group being prescribed anti-depressants. What is the cause of so many emotional and physical challenges? In a world of advanced technology, we as a people are uneducated when it comes to what promotes true wellness. We have bought into the western mentality of “eat, drink and be merry,” for tomorrow we take pills, have surgery. We blame our heritage, and shop based on price and convenience. However, studies show that genetically we have much more control over our health with better lifestyle choices – it’s simple and less expensive too. Plants and humans have a similar genetic make-up, thus plants have the ability to give your body the tools to strengthen, repair and bring wholeness all the way to the cellular level. On the other hand, chemically enhanced foods and synthetic medicines come with a price: side-effects, dependency and ongoing healthcare costs. Instead of waiting until you have a heart attack or your toes must be amputated, why not make better lifestyle choices now to prevent these life threatening diseases to begin with.
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Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers Chase Field www.dbacks.com/tickets July 2-5
Diamondbacks vs. Rockies Chase Field
July 10
Dry River Yacht Club
July 3
The Django Festival All-Stars Musical Instrument Museum www.mim.org; 480.478.6000 July 3
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www.artlinkphoenix.com; 602.256.7539 July 3
Independence Day Music Festival Salt River Fields at Talking Stick www.saltriverfields.com; 480.270.5000
July 10 – August 8
You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown Don Bluth Front Row Theatre www.donbluthfrontrowtheatre.com; 480.314.0841 July 10 – August 9
Legally Blonde – The Musical Arizona Broadway Theatre www.azbroadway.org; 623.776.8400 July 10 – August 9
Hair July 4
30th Annual Fabulous Phoenix Fourth Steele Indian School Park www.phoenix.gov; 602.262.6862 July 4
Scottsdale 4th of July Celebration WestWorld www.westworldaz.com; 866.977.6849 July 4
Desert Stages Theatre www.desertstages.org; 480.483.1664 July 11
The English Beat Livewire www.livewireaz.com July 11
Lady Antebellum Ak-Chin Pavilion www.ak-chinpavilion.com; 602.254.7200
Fourth of July Festival Tempe Town Lake www.tempe4th.com; 480.350.5189 July 9
26th Annual Summer Spectacular ArtWalk Scottsdale Arts District www.scottsdalegalleries.com July 9
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Vinicius Cantuária sings Antonio Carlos Jobim Musical Instrument Museum
July 11-12
Experience France Musical Instrument Museum July 15
Contemporary Forum Summer Film Festival: Beautiful Loser Phoenix Art Museum www.phxart.org; 602.257.1880
AROUND TOWN July 28 – August 6
Chase Field
Lunch Time Theater: C Is For Clown
July 24
The Sugar Thieves Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
Herberger Theater Center www.herbergertheater.org; 602.252.8497 July 29
July 24
Ottmar Liebert
KMFDM
Musical Instrument Museum
Livewire July 24
July 15
July 18
Martha Davis and the Motels
Live from Laurel Canyon
Michael W. Smith
Musical Instrument Museum
Musical Instrument Museum
Celebrity Theatre www.celebritytheatre.com; 602.267.1600 x1
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Divided Minds Desert Ridge Marketplace – District Stage
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Diamondbacks vs. Brewers
July 19
National Theatre Live: Behind the Beautiful Flowers Phoenix Art Museum
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Peppermint James Desert Ridge Marketplace – District Stage www.shopdesertridge.com
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Carlos Arzate & The Kind Souls July 19
Sublime with Rome Talking Stick Resort www.ticketmaster.com; 480.850.7734
Desert Ridge Marketplace – AMC Fountain
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts July 31
Jerry Lawson July 20-22
July 25
Diamondbacks vs. Marlins
Seryn
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Musical Instrument Museum
Musical Instrument Museum August 2
Johnny Mathis July 17
Linda, Carmela and Phases Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts July 17-19
Diamondbacks vs. Giants Chase Field
Celebrity Theatre
July 22
Make It! Phoenix Art Museum
Through September 30
July 22 – August 9
The Bronze Artistry of John Coleman with Erik Petersen
Goldilocks
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www.azpuppets.org; 602.262.2050
Jacob Moon Musical Instrument Museum
Scottsdale Museum of the West www.scottsdalemuseumwest.org; 480.686.9539
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July 16 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art www.smoca.org; 480.874.4666
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THE JUNE WINNERS ARE… • Tickets to dinner and a show to Arizona Broadway Theatre’s production of Legally Blonde: Diane Nowak of Scottsdale
Feel The “Force” At D-Backs Star Wars Day
SHOW US YOUR WINNING SMILE!
The Arizona Diamondbacks will host Star Wars Day July 18 when the team hosts the San Francisco Giants at 5:10pm at Chase Field. The first 20,000 D-backs fans will receive a Star Wars-themed A.J. Pollock Bobblehead, courtesy of Cox Communications, in which fans will be able to interchange the bat with a lightsaber. Fans are encouraged to dress in their favorite Star Wars character to participate in a special pregame parade around the field. Star Wars characters, such as Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Darth Vader and Stormtroopers, will be on hand to greet fans and will participate in several in-game activities. Tickets are still available and can be purchased by calling 602.514.8400 or online at www.dbacks.com/starwars.
• A Pair of tickets to see the Arizona Diamondbacks vs. the San Francisco Giants at Chase Field: Patty Russell of Cave Creek • A Pair of tickets to see the Arizona Diamondbacks vs. the Milwaukee Brewers at Chase Field: Lucille Heine of Phoenix
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Our May contest winner, Meredith Wikler, sent us this photo saying, “We really enjoyed Arizona Broadway Theatre’s production of The Little Mermaid. The theater is gorgeous, the acting and costumes fantastic and the food was really good, too... an excellent way to spend the evening!” Pictured is Louis Wikler.
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Celebrate Summer’s End With These Fun Events! [ ] A pair of tickets to dinner and a show at Arizona Broadway Theatre to see Lucky Stiff, running August 28 – September 20
Lyrics by Tim Rice
Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
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Live On Stage at
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August 14 thru 30
[ ] A Pair of tickets to see the Arizona Diamondbacks vs. the Philadelphia Phillies at Chase Field August 12
[ ] A Pair of tickets to see the Arizona Diamondbacks vs. the Oakland Athletics at Chase Field August 28
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Whispering Pines Resort offers comfortable cabins located on 12 acres of tall ponderosa pine and majestic oaks. With the elevation at 7,000 feet in Pinetop, the resort enjoys four full seasons. Escape the desert heat and head up to enjoy clean, crisp air, sparkling streams, beautiful lakes and friendly mountain ambiance. Whispering Pines Resort offers accommodations for family reunions, corporate functions, private parties and retreats. Hosts Paul and Linda Allen invite guests to make the resort a home in the mountains in a relaxing setting. Whispering Pines offers that quiet solitude nestled among the pines. With the Woodland Lake hiking trails adjoining the back of the property, enjoy a beautiful hike to the lake or stream near the Resort. The cabins come fully equipped with some having their own private spa tubs – perfect for a family vacation or a romantic getaway. With four seasons of outdoor activities, guests can enjoy the resort any time of the year. Enjoy trophy fishing in the spring, hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding in the summer, golfing and vibrant colors in the fall months. During the winter months, skiing, sledding and a wide variety of other recreational activities are available. The beautifully landscaped grounds have water falls, ponds, outside fire rings, children’s playground, horseshoe pits, common Jacuzzi and a guest laundry. For information, call 928.367.4386 or visit www.whisperingpinesaz.com.
Pepsi Amphitheater Summer Lineup Pepsi Amphitheater at Fort Tuthill County Park announces additional shows to its summer lineup. The Southern rock jam band, Gov’t Mule, is set to take the stage Friday, July 10, in the cool pines. The internationally known The Australian Pink Floyd Show with Led Zeppelin 2 will kick off Labor Day weekend festivities Thursday, September 3. What began as a side project of The Allman brothers in 1994, Gov’t Mule quickly evolved and became a staple of rock music today. With nine studio albums under its belt, Gov’t Mule has developed a loyal fan base that has followed them as their success grows. No two Gov’t Mule shows are alike, as the band draws on the more than 300 songs in their repertoire and often a host of special guests to create a unique experience each and every time. The performance begins at 8pm; gates open at 6:30pm. Tickets are available at www.pepsiamp.com. For more information, call 866.977.6849.
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The Ninth Annual Flagstaff Art in the Park takes place July 3-5. The event features tightly juried one-ofa-kind fine art and fine crafts designed and shown by the artists. These shows take place in Wheeler Park in Downtown Flagstaff; a beautiful tree shaded, grassy venue across the street from City Hall and on the main thoroughfare to the Grand Canyon. In addition to nearly 100 artists from across the Southwest, these shows feature nonstop live music throughout the three days of each event. In conjunction with the event is the Arizona Wine Growers Association Wine in the Pines event. Participating wineries include Arizona Stronghold, Bodega Pierce, Caduceus, Javelina Leap, Keeling Schaefer Vineyards, Lightening Ridge Cellars, Page Springs Cellars, Passion Cellars, Western Wind Wine and Winery 101 / Gallifant Cellars. The event takes place from 9am-6pm Friday and Saturday, and 9am-4pm Sunday. For additional information or to purchase tickets, visit www.flagstaffart inthepark.com or www.arizonawine.org.
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Indian Art Market In Historic Prescott Find Native American artwork, from sculpture to jewelry, paintings to pottery, plus entertainment galore at the 18th Annual Prescott Indian Art Market (PIAM) at Sharlot Hall Museum, to be held July 11-12, in Prescott. Come for the fry bread, and stay to enjoy native dancers and Indian flute music while strolling the lush gardens of the Museum’s four-acre campus perusing more than 100 artist displays and juried artwork. Each artist truly is a native Indian, including the event’s featured artist, Judith Durr-Kull (Choctaw) of Cave Creek. While some native shows rely on academics and collectors as overseers, PIAM relies “on Native artists themselves to police and recognize extraordinary talent,” explains event director Sandra Lynch, curator of anthropology at the Museum. “To be able to put ‘Indian’ on the Prescott Indian Art Market label, all exhibitors must conform to the 1990s Indian Arts & Crafts Act, which requires certification from a tribal nation. That’s what genuine means,” says Lynch. Bring the family and experience the fun, handiwork and talents of Native American artists. Daily admission is $10; museum members $8 and free for youth and children 15 and under. Located at 415 West Gurley Street in the cool climes of Prescott, Sharlot Hall Museum is an educational and cultural center that fosters an appreciation of the historical, social and natural aspects of Arizona’s Central Highlands. The Prescott Indian Art Market is open 9am-5pm on Saturday, and 9am-4pm on Sunday. Learn more at www.sharlot.org.
museums will be open, and food will be available from 6am-5:30pm. Dinner in the Community Center will offer live bluegrass music by Reno and Sheila McCormick. The Beer Garden opens at 10am; Pleasant Valley Winery will be open from 12-4pm for tasting and sales; and the Antlers Café and Bar will open at 11am with a special menu and live music from the band Bonfire. Sunday, the Historical Society will host a tour of the Q Ranch Pueblos, Ellison Cemetery and the Middleton Ranch. The tour leaves the museum at 9:30am and will return around 12:30pm. The Quilt Show and old toys will be on display inside Braswell’s Chuckwagon from 12-4pm. The team roping event will continue to completion, alongside various vendors, the Beer Garden and the Antlers will be providing food and drink. Learn more at www. mypleasantvalleycc.com or by calling 928.462.3661.
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Pleasant Valley Days 2015 takes place the third weekend in July. This is the 26th year that Young has celebrated the Pleasant Valley War of 1887 with a parade and other activities related to the history of the area. Friday, July 17, the ropers for the team roping event start arriving in the arena area at the Pleasant Valley Community Center. The Beer Garden is open and at 8:30pm there will be an outdoor movie shown east of the Center. The Pleasant Valley Historical Society will host a blacksmithing demonstration starting at 4pm Friday, (and again Saturday at 8am) followed by trick roper Nancy Sheppard, author of Ridin’, Ropin’ and Recipes, at 6pm sharing her book and some roping tricks. Saturday kicks off with a parade at 10am, team roping events, craft show, quilt show, vintage vehicle show, tours of the John Tewksbury Cabin and Old West activities for kids at 8am. Three
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Italian Night At Arcosanti Head to Arcosanti on July 11 for its annual Italian Night, featuring its signature pasta-inwheelbarrows, under the Arcosanti Vaults with a live performance throughout the evening, and culminating in a mainstage show in the Colly Soleri Music Center Amphitheater. Multiple award-winning musician and composer Nick Ariondo (www.nickariondo. com) will be on hand for a night full of entertainment and play. Ariondo is set to show his full musical range and versatility by performing works from Puccini and Rossini as well as his Arcosanti inspired composition honoring Paolo Soleri. The evening is sure to prove to be an adventure filled with spellbound virtuosity and international delights from Italy and beyond. Italian Night begins at 5pm with an after-hours tour, followed by dinner under the Vaults at 6pm and mainstage show at 7:30pm. The cost for dinner and show is $40 (tour included). The cost for the concert only is $20; $10 for students. For reservations (strongly recommended) call 928.632.7135. For further
information, visit http://arcosanti.org/ node/14066. A project of the nonprofit Cosanti Foundation, Arcosanti is an urban laboratory focused on innovative design, community and environmental accountability. Our goal is to actively pursue lean alternatives to urban sprawl based on Paolo Soleri’s theory of compact city design, arcology (architecture + ecology). Built by over 7,000 volunteers since the commencement of the project in 1970, and hosting over 50,000 people annually, Arcosanti provides various mixed-use buildings and public spaces where people live, work, visit, and participate in educational and cultural programs and workshops throughout the year. The Colly Soleri Music Center at Arcosanti presents a full calendar of entertainment and events each year. The Arcosanti Gallery and Café are open to the public from 9am-5pm daily (except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day), and tours are offered hourly from 10am-4pm (except 12pm). Overnight accommodations are available. Arcosanti is located between Phoenix and Flagstaff at the junction of I-17 & AZ Hwy 69 (exit 263, then follow the signs).
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A little less than a month ago I commemorated an anniversary. I didn’t throw a party. I didn’t have an elaborate dinner. I didn’t even do anything special. But it was my 20th anniversary. Facing death is not easy. Finding out about a terminal medical problem and not knowing what to do about it is equally difficult. So…20 years ago on my physician’s advice I had the surgery. It was a major surgery, and I lost a part of me forever. That was the internal, cancerous part of me. My Doc – I never call a doctor, Doctor – said after the fact that since I was asymptomatic (a fancy term that means I had no outward indications of a problem), I probably would have been dead in six months, from an unknown killer.
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Move Photos From Smartphone To PC Q. Can you recommend a simple program to move pictures from my Android phone to my Windows 7 computer? A. You really don’t need a program or an app to do that. Connect your smartphone to your computer using the USB sync cable that came with your phone or is available for purchase. When the USB icon appears in the Notification area of your phone, drag the Notifications bar down, then tap it. Next, tap USB Connected > Mount. On your computer, click Start > Computer or My Computer. The micro-SD card in your phone will be recognized and listed as a Removable Disk. Double-click its icon to open it. Doubleclick the DCIM folder > DCIM > Camera. (DCIM stands for Digital Camera IMages.) From this location you can copy all pictures and videos taken with your Android phone to any folder on your computer. To disconnect the Android phone, go to the Notifications area and tap the USB icon. Get more Q & A, and Mr. Modem’s Websites Of The Month online now: http://news.CITYSunTimes.com.
It’s All Greek To Me Myopia. Hyperopia. Astigmatism. Presbyopia. I have no idea what you’re talking about-opia. If you are like millions of other Americans, one of these terms describes you. Presbyopia alone affects over 100 million people, but don’t worry, it’s not contagious. These are the terms that describe how your eyes work, or, in some cases, do not work. They are terms that are often thrown around, but at the same time, are often not really understood. The first two terms – myopia and hyperopia – are more commonly known as nearsightedness and farsightedness, respectively. However, even these more common terms are often misunderstood.
2015 Give Us Your Best Shot Photo Contest
A Few Of Your Favorite Things This month’s photo was submitted by Teri Ferro of Carefree who says, “Even our subtle sunsets are gorgeous and peaceful!” Our Best Shot Photo Contest is all about your favorites – whether it is a person, place or thing. Snap a photo and send us a brief description of why your “favorite” is so special. Do you treasure time with the family? Show us what makes you
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