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by Linda McThrall Let’s Go! Editor

Some people have all the luck.

You know the ones – perfect hair, perfect skin, perfect nails, perfect figure.

Kind of like me only different. Right.

I have A LOT of hair, but it ain’t great.

It’s hair that just does what it wants.

When I was young(er) I had long, wavy hair. What I wanted was long straight hair. In high school, when everybody wore their hair long and straight, mine was long and wild. Janis Joplin-like. I liked Janis’ music; I didn’t like her hair.

After an especially awful breakup with a boyfriend, I cut my hair short.

The result was short, wavy hair. Long wavy is a lot better than short wavy.

I let it grow out, so I lived through that trauma. In my 20s I decided a perm would be the ticket. A perm. Good idea.

(Note to self: don’t get another perm.

Your hair is curly enough. I actually did heed that advice. One perm was enough for me.)

In the go-go ‘80s, when I was wearing suits and heels to work, I got my hair styled. Getting a hair style is without question the dumbest idea for a person

like me. I sort of know how to use a blow dryer. I can’t use a curling iron, hot rollers or a round brush.

In the ‘90s, as I reached a more subdued lifestyle as a mother, I decided I needed a HUGE change. I first went with a sort of red color, but honestly, I couldn’t even tell it was red. I thought it looked sort of darker brown. After that, I started getting highlights and lowlights.

That took care of the gray.

Soon after the turn of the century I decided that coloring my hair was a waste of money. What self-respecting mother didn’t want to have some gray showing? I went natural.

As we inched toward the end of the first decade in the 21st century, I came to terms with what looks best on my head – short, graying hair. I love my hair now.

I wash it. When it has grown out for a few weeks after a cut, I blow it dry. After that doesn’t work very well anymore, I go get another haircut.

It’s not glamour hair, but it is cute, if I do say so myself. It kind of goes with me. I’m not bragging. I’m just a “late” middle aged human who has reached that stage in life where things are fun. I laugh a lot more than I used to. (I have learned that by spending the last seven years as the mother of a teenager.) I see my surroundings more clearly (although I have always been interested in what is around me). Gravity has done its thing to me. That’s okay. I earned it. You can’t be a babe forever.

I’m still spunky. I am cute enough. I am healthy, cheery and clever. Those are great attributes. Not everybody gets to have perfect hair, perfect skin, perfect nails, perfect figure. But those of us who don’t have those things, have other perfect things. That’s just the way life is.

I like it that way.

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FOCUS Voters approve medical marijuana; Scottsdale, Fountain Hills officials study local regulations In the Nov. 2, General Election last ties. year voters in Arizona narrowly approved As of this writing both communities an initiative to allow the sale of medical were in the process of revising their Zonmarijuana in the state with the ing Ordinance to address the By passage of Proposition 203. issue. Both councils are expected Now it is up to local jurisdictake up the ordinance proposBob Burns to tions, including Scottsdale and als presented by their respective Fountain Hills to come up with staff personnel in January. the rules for regulating the dispensaries This will allow them to meet a deadline and cultivation sites in their communi- imposed by the Arizona Department of

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Health Services, which is charged with making the rules for implementing Proposition 203.

In December the Town of Fountain Hills Planning and Zoning Commission approved a proposed town ordinance that creates the regulations for medical marijuana dispensaries.

In Scottsdale the planning commission also considered draft zoning amendments in December. The commission voted 5-1 to recommend council approval.

A provision in the Scottsdale proposal that allows qualifying patients to grow medical marijuana at their home prompted the dissenting vote, as well as concerns from citizens.

There was considerable contrast in the two communities with there being little discussion in Fountain Hills before the commission voted 7-0 to recommend the Town Council adopt its proposed regulations.

However, prior to the Scottsdale P&Z discussion staff held two open house sessions to gather public input on the issue. More than 100 people total attended those sessions in late November.

According to a memo by the project coordinator for Scottsdale, Kira Wauwie, much of the input during those sessions came from medical marijuana advocates.

She said there was less participation from Scottsdale homeowners and residents.

Wauwie said in her memo that public comments were generally constructive addressing location, accessibility, understanding of the cultivation process, security, protection of schools and conditional use permit requirements.

Under the proposed regulations for Fountain Hills the medical marijuana dispensaries, cultivation sites and manufacturing facilities would be permitted only in the C-3 zoning district which includes a relatively small heavy commercial area between Colony and Tower drives south of Fountain Park.

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Cultivation and manufacturing sites would be permitted in industrial zoning districts in Scottsdale with a conditional use permit.

In his report to the commission, Senior Planner Bob Rodgers outlined a number of restrictions that would apply to the dispensaries.

There are restrictions to keep the dispensaries away from other types of facilities and businesses. These include 2,000 feet from another medical marijuana dispensary or cultivation location; 2,000 feet from any facility for treatment or diagnosis of substance abuse or residential drug or alcohol rehabilitation; 2,000 feet from various types of schools and educational facilities; 2,000 feet from a child care center; 1,000 feet from a park; and 500 feet from a church.

There currently is a church that has offices and meeting rooms in a building on Enterprise Drive and holds worship services at Messinger Fountain Hills Mortuary on Colony Drive.

It appears the distance restrictions alone will limit the location of such a marijuana dispensary or cultivation site to a few buildings or lots around Colony and Panorama drives.

Scottsdale has proposed similar restrictions but has included single family and duplex residential as well as manufactured housing zoning.

The City of Scottsdale has used 1,320 feet as its common restrictive distance, which is a measured quarter mile.

Scottsdale has chosen to exclude parks and day care centers due to the locations of existing Special Campus (hospitals), Commercial Office and Industrial zoning districts.

Other restrictions in the Fountain Hills proposed ordinance prohibit cultivation locations that are not specifically associated with an existing dispensary.

Size limitations on the facilities include 2,500 square feet for a dispensary with no more than 500 square feet for secured storage.

Offsite cultivation locations are not to exceed 3,000 square feet with no more than 1,000 of that for storage.

Operating hours for dispensaries would be restricted to between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Scottsdale is proposing business hours between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Proper lighting is to be maintained at the site.

Security guards must be provided at all times.

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Collector cars shift into high gear this month

By Barb Charzuk January is the time when the collector car market moves into drive in a big way.

Collectors, dealers and car enthusiasts flock to the area to attend at least one of the five auctions from Jan. 17 to Jan. 29 within an easy driving distance from each other.

Despite severe weather last year --- the worst that the area had experienced in decades --- and a stormy economy, 2010 sales for the car auctions totaled nearly $123 million.

High winds during a rainstorm last January at the Russo and Steele venue toppled an 800-foot auction tent in Scottsdale, causing more than $1.5 million damage to valuable cars. The same storm blew down tents at the Silver Auction at Fort McDowell Casino but no vehicles were affected.

Expect to see hundreds of cars and people are the following 2011 car auctions:

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Auction hours on Saturday, Jan. 22, are 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Auto memorabilia will be sold at 11 a.m., Sunday, Jan. 23, followed by the auction from noon to 6:30 p.m.

Where: Radisson Fort McDowell Resort Casino Items of interest: Silver Auctions observes its 19th year in Arizona. Owner Mitch Silver said the auction continues to grow each year because it fills a muchneeded alternative by providing a lowerkey sale of affordable priced cars in a comfortable arena.

Admission: $18 daily for spectators.

Reserve and no-reserve vehicles are accepted.

Highlights: In previous years, the auction concluded on Monday. In 2011, Silver Auctions will host the “Last Chance” auction from noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 29. The idea is to give all consignors and buyers more opportunity to purchase a vehicle and “get the best possible results from their Arizona in January experience.”

Web site: www. silverauctions.com.

Barrett-Jackson When: Monday, Jan. 17- Sunday, Jan. 23. Auctions begin most days at 10 a.m.

Where: WestWorld, Scottsdale.

Items of interest: American muscle cars from the Keith Henderson collection will be sold at no reserve.

Admission: Different prices for different days and evenings. Individual tickets for day sessions begin at $12 for an adult on Monday, Jan. 17, and get progressively more expensive as the week advances to see the specialty cars on Saturday. The Saturday admission is $43. An all-week adult pass is $120 if purchased in advance.

Twilight tickets, reduced admission after 5 p.m., are offered daily. Discounts are given to seniors, students and children.

Highlights: Barrett-Jackson Auction Company celebrates its 40th anniversary with automotive memorabilia, fashion (cont. on page 7)

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Classic car sellers and buyers will ascend on Fort McDowell Casino Jan. 22 and 23 for the 19th Silver Auctions in Arizona. A “Last Chance” one-day auction is scheduled for Jan. 29. The January-in-Arizona car extravaganza centers around five auctions from Jan. 19 to Jan. 29.

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SPEED channel will broadcast 40 hours of coverage on six auction days. To observe the company’s achievement, bidders have the opportunity to take home four collectible cars from the “Barrett-Jackson Collection.” The special cars will be from the 1971 model year to remember the first Barrett-Jackson auction in Scottsdale in 1971. In partnership with SPEED, the four vehicles will travel together in a special Barrett-Jackson anniversary-themed transporter across the country to make appearances at racetracks, events and each of the 2011 Barrett-Jackson auctions. Each car will then be sold separately during the 2011 Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas auction.

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Russo and Steele When: Wednesday, Jan. 19-Sunday, Jan. 23. Gates open at 10 a.m. on auction dates with auction of vehicles to follow memorabilia.

Where: After announcing a new event

site in November, the auction company has decided to return to its traditional auction venue near the Loop 101 Freeway and Scottsdale Road.

Items of interest: The 11th annual auction event will feature more than 600plus European sports, American muscle, hot rods and custom automobiles. A new structure manufactured in Germany, a Losberger, will contain the main auction block, vehicle staging, vendors and sponsors.

Admission: $20 general admission.

Highlights: A charity preview featuring food, hosted bar and live entertainment on Wednesday, Jan. 19, benefits the Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Central Arizona.

Tickets are $100. In the past decade, Russo and Steele has raised more than $1 million to benefit charities involved in cancer research to children. A champagne brunch precedes the auction on Sunday, Jan. 23.

Web site: www.russoandsteele.com

RM Vintage Cars When: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 20, and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, Jan. 21.

Where: Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa, 24th St. and Missouri, Phoenix.

Items of interest: More than 160 automobiles will span the spectrum in the event’s 12-year history, from sports and racing cars, through to Detroit muscle, the best of American and European classics, and a series of customs and show cars. A series of Ferraris lead the entries for the Friday auction. A Daytona Spyder from the collection of Baseball Hall or Famer Reggie Jackson will be offered. Examples from the estate of Chicago collector Bill Jacobs Jr. will be a drawing card.

Admission: Purchase of the $100 auction catalogue admits two guests. Reception from 4 to 6 p.m., Jan. 21.

Highlights: “The British Are Back” sale featuring a 1921 Rolls-Royce 40/50HP Silver Ghost Phaeton; a 1932 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Newmarket Sport Phaeton and a 1958 Aston Martin DB2 Mark III. Celebrity-owned vehicles include a 1941 Lincoln Continental Coupe, gifted by Orson Wells to Hollywood actress Rita Hayworth and a Cowl Phaeton, driven

by Elvis Presley in the movie, “Spinout.”

Web site: www. rmauctions.com

Gooding & Co. When: 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 21, and Saturday,

Jan. 22. Cars can be previewed from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday and Friday, Jan. 20 and 21, and 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 22.

Where: 68th Street and East Camelback Road, adjoining Scottsdale Fashion Square, Scottsdale.

Items of interest: The auction has celebrated selling the most valuable car of Scottsdale Auction Week for three consecutive years. Five auction highlights will be a 1953 Fiat 8V Supersonic; a 1948 Tucker Serial No. 1010; a rare 1930 Duesenberg Model J Dual Cowl Phaeton with coachwork by LeBaron; a 1933 Stutz DV-32 Dual Cowl Phaeton, formerly in Harrah’s Automobile Collection, and a twin-turbocharged 2005 Saleen S7 featured in the Hollywood film, “Iron Man” starring Robert Downey, Jr. Admission: An auction catalogue for $80 admits two to view the cars and auction. General admission tickets can be purchased for $30 per person.

Highlights: The auction house sold more than $114.7 million in collector automobiles and achieved six new world records at its 2010 annual automotive auctions.

Web site: www.goodingco.com

A to Z Auto Glass

Service and quality are most important assets Service and quality are what drive Darrell and Kimberly Scott.

As owners of A to Z Auto Glass in Fountain Hills, they know the importance of how they treat their customers and the materials they use in running a successful business.

“We take pride in what we do,” Kimberly said.

“We understand the valuable property that is behind that windshield in your car. That is your husband, wife, children and friends. Our job is to provide the best service and the best quality available to protect your valuables.”

The family-owned business is preferred by most insurance companies. Insurance claims are processed for the customer, as Arizona requires three-way calls they handle by herself or other office staff.

“The three parties must speak together at the same time,” Kimberly said. “We coordinate the conference call between the client, the insurance and us to get the approval from the insurance company.”

A to Z Auto Glass opened in July 2009 and has an “outstanding” reputation, Kimberly said.

“Darrell is so good at what he does, that through the years he has had customers follow him to his next position.”

A to Z works with 13 body shops in the Val-

ley, including Finishing Touch in Fountain Hills and Ric’s Body and Paint in Scottsdale, among others. The company works with individuals, as well.

Kimberly said A to Z has free mobile service in Maricopa, Gila and Pima counties.

The company uses only approved glassmaking companies to supply them with replacement glass and materials.

“We use only high quality original equipment manufacture (OEM) approved equipment,” she said. “That is because we really care about our customers and their cars.”

A to Z’s Website enables customers to obtain a “quick quote,” as well as make reservations for glass repair and replacement. Visit www.azautoglass.net for more information.

A to Z’s hours are 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.

“We offer the highest quality for the lowest price,” Kimberly said. “We love our community, and we want to do right by all our customers.”

A to Z Auto Glass is a member of the Fountain Hills and Scottsdale Chambers of Commerce, Fountain Hills Business Alliance and the Better Business Bureau.. The Scotts also are members of North Chapel in the community.

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Street rod is the love of restorer’s life

By Barb Charzuk Nearly everyone who restores cars attributes their investment of countless hours and dollars to pride and accomplishment.

In the case of Richard (Rich) Raucci, he devoted 4 ½ years to a full frame restoration of a 1978 Chevy Malibu Classic two-door sedan that he originally purchased new for $5,600 in Schaumburg, Il, a Chicago suburb.

“This car is the love of my life. This

was never about money,” said Raucci upon completion of the restored vehicle.

He regained possession of the vehicle in 2005 and, as Raucci tells the story, “one thing led to the next and I decided to completely restore it from the ground up and make a street rod out of it.”

“It’s the same car but it isn’t,” said Raucci. “Much has been replaced.”

The 64-year-old tool and die maker, by trade, relied on his mechanical skills to make parts and rebuild the engine. “I did

Raucci, a tool and die maker by trade, rebuilt the auto’s engine and made many other parts to transform the vehicle into a customized street rod.

Richard Raucci of Fountain Hills completed a 4 ½-year restoration in October of a 1978 Chevy Malibu Classic that he originally bought new that model year. A Discovery Channel producer filmed a segment about Raucci buying used parts for the vehicle at a Phoenix auto salvage yard.

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80 percent of the work myself.”

The story of the car’s restoration may air on a Discovery Channel series about classic cars at an unknown date this winter.

A segment showing Raucci shopping for car parts at Desert Auto Parts in North Phoenix was filmed in August in 110-degree temperatures. The 40-acre salvage yard specializes in classic cars and parts from the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and 70’s (and some 80’s).

Raucci owns Desert EDM Sales, EDM machines, parts and service, 16524 E. Laser Drive, suite 5.

A film crew spread the word that it was interested in talking to Phoenix area car collectors in the process of restoring a vehicle. Raucci responded in an email that he drove the Chevy for nine years before giving the auto to his mother-in-law when she retired to Paducah, KY on the Illinois border. She drove the vehicle 20 years.

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ries, wrote Raucci. His daughter, Rita, now 45, learned to drive on the Chevy; son Steve, now 42, went on his first date in the car.

When Raucci loaned the car to his mother-in-law Lovetta, he told her “the only promise you have to make me is that you’ll never sell it. “ When the mileage hit 125,000 and she wanted a replacement car, Raucci trailered the Chevy back to Arizona.

“I thought I would play with it. That was my goal,” said Raucci.

The project morphed into a street rod restoration with a lot of custom touches, he said. During the dismantling, some parts were destroyed so Raucci had to make them by hand.

“I couldn’t get them anywhere because they don’t make them anymore,” said Raucci. Desert Auto had five 1978 Chevy Malibu’s in their inventory, and Raucci found some components that he needed there.

He has saved the original bill of sale and owners’ manual. Countless photographs document the restoration process, and frequently, Raucci photographed the mechanical parts so he could remember the correct position to reinstall them.

The major frame components are original. Raucci designed and created a custom instrument panel, de-chromed the entire car but saved and polished the original glass. He installed air conditioning and a tilt-wheel, two accessories not on the original model. A Tempe body paint shop applied four coats of clear coat. A Mesa expert assisted him in reupholstering and (cont. on page 10)

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One of his six grandchildren, Nick, shares his passion for automobiles, and assisted him in pulling the engine.

Raucci said his wife, Janet, wondered at times if he would ever finish the restoration.

“Conservatively, 1,000 hours went into it,” he said. “Some weeks I worked nonstop on it.”

“I ended up putting far more money into it than I wanted to,” said Raucci. He drove the Chevy for the first time in October to the Fountain Hills car cruise-in.

The car enthusiasts meet Sundays at Phil’s Place, Parkview Avenue.

“This is something I love or I could never have done this. I wanted to prove to my self that I could do it,” said Raucci.

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The festival also features a selection of fine wines for tasting, as well as live musical entertainment with Moodafaruka, chocolate specialties and other food items.

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Roy Nickel, a member of Fountain Hills Community Band’s Board of Directors, left, and Valerie Taylor talked about Bob Mock’s love of music.

Taylor donated Mock’s baritone horn to the band after his death.

Nickel expressed the band’s appreciation and gratitude for her generosity.

‘The Producers’ on stage at FH Community Theater Fountain Hills Community Theater opens on of Broadway’s funniest productions Jan. 14.

The Producers, by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, is outrageous, hilarious, a wee bit naughty and a hit whenever it hits the stage.

The show runs Jan. 14 through 30.

Performances are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for

children 17 and younger. A “pay what you can” performance is set for Saturday, Jan. 22, at 2 p.m. Tickets for that performance are on a donation-basis only. Reservations should be made for that event; walk-ins will be seated subject to availability.

All performances are at Fountain Hills Community Theater, 11445 N. Saguaro Blvd. Tickets are available at the box office, (480) 837-9661, ext. 3, or online at www. fhct.org.

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‘Bye Bye’ Birdie flies at Scottsdale Desert Stages Bye Bye Birdie opens in Cullity Hall at Scottsdale Desert Stages Friday, Jan. 7.

The musical that takes off on Elvis Presley’s joining the Army is full of fun and frivolity. Conrad Birdie, the Elvislike superstar receives his draft notice. A publicity stunt to send him off with a kiss from one lucky female fan creates hilarious havoc.

Familiar songs from the show include

Kids, Put on a Happy Face, The Telephone Hour and Bye Bye Birdie.

Shows are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $22 in advance, and $25 the day of the show, depending on availability.

Desert Stages is located at 4720 N. Scottsdale Rd. Call (480) 483-1664, or visit www.desertstages.org for more information.

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Chicago, the tale of fame, fortune and jazz, opened Dec. 30, and runs through Feb. 12. A stage favorite, the production features such songs as When You’re Good

to Mama, Razzle Dazzle, Cell Block Tango and Mister Cellophane.

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The next event is the celebration of the club’s 11th anniversary. Debbie will host a party and game night Saturday, Jan. 15, at 7 p.m. Fees for the event are $7 without a dish to share, and with a dish there is no charge. Guests are invited to bring games.

The annual “Pre-Valentine’s Day Singles Fair and Ball” is set for Saturday, Jan. 22. The fair is from 6 to 8 p.m., with the ball following at 8 p.m. The activity takes place at the Union Hills Country Club, 9860 W. Lindgren Ave. Call Debbie, (480) 837-9449, for a registration form.

The group will meet for Happy Hour at Brio Restaurant, 15301 N. Scottsdale Rd. Thursday, Jan. 27, from 3 to 7 p.m.

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No Strings Attached A man and a woman try to keep their relationship strictly physical, but quickly find themselves fighting the urge to become more than just “friends with benefits.”

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Starring: Sheth Rogen, Cameron Diaz Genre: Action MPAA Rating: Rating Pending.

Mechanic When a cold, methodical assassin’s former mentor is murdered, he abandons his code of conduct for clean hits in a violent quest for revenge.

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If your New Year’s resolution was to watch fewer movies this year, January is helping you ease into the diet.

Rather than a bang, it looks like 2011 is starting off with a whimper. There are only a handful of films on offer over the next 30 days, none of which I’d recommend you absolutely have to rush out to see.

There’s some decent variety in the mix, though, and while nothing screams “you must watch me,” pretty much everything looks like it will be worth a look-see for fans of the genre.

For those with younguns, you’re basically out of luck. The Green Hornet should work well for youth with a hankering for comic book hero flicks, but that’s about it when it comes to family friendly fare.

For everyone else, my pick for January is going to The Rite, opening just shy of February and, hopefully, some worthwhile additional options. Why? Because it stars Anthony Hopkins. That’s literally what it comes down to in this month full of nextto-nothing.

Hopkins is a great actor and, as anyone who has seen his portrayals as the esteemed Dr. Lecter can attest, he’s very good at being very creepy.

The Rite Inspired by a true story, a young seminary student finds himself introduced to a dark and frightening world when he attends classes on exorcism at the Vatican.

Starring: Anthony Hopkins Genre: Fantasy thriller MPAA Rating: Rating Pending.

The Dilemma A man learns that his best friend’s wife is having an affair and must decide if he will spill the beans and, if so, how?

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Activity Center for Seniors & Boomers The Activity Center for Seniors & Boomers in Fountain Hills has a number of special events planned for the coming weeks.

The Center provides hundreds of opportunities each year for seniors to prove that age is only a number. The annual membership fee of $15 entitles members to participate in many activities. Membership is not limited to “seniors.” All adults 18 and over are eligible for membership.

Special presentations require preregistration. The special events are free to members and $3 for non-members. Upcoming programs include the following: How Medicines Work presented by Dr. Lucas Kimanga, Wednesday, Jan. 12, 1-2 p.m. Call the Center to register and reference course #5547.

Heard Museum, Wednesday, Jan. 19, 1-2 p.m. Topic is Southwest Arts. Call the Center to register and reference course #5550.

Care Patrol “Free Advocate Service for Your Peace of Mind” presented by Sandy Messer, Certified Senior Advisor, Wednesday, Feb. 2, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Call the Center to register and reference course #5611.

Heart Attack-Fast/Early Action presented by Todd Fredrikson, RN, ER nurse

at Scottsdale Healthcare, Wednesday, Feb. 9, 1-2 p.m. Call the Center to register and reference course #5546.

Save the Date: 2011 Activities Expo, Wednesday, Jan. 26, 1-3 p.m. Food, entertainment (Top of the Line Dancers), door prizes. Visit the booths and learn about our programs, trips, services and events.

Meet the coordinators and staff. Also, don’t forget to renew your 2011 membership for only $15 for the calendar year.

New Programs: Quilts N’ More, first and third Thursdays, 9-11 a.m., beginning Jan. 6. Program is open to anyone who wants to join in the wonderful world of sewing and quilting.

Activity Center membership is required.

Dining for Wellness with Executive Chef Matt Hastings, Monday, Jan. 10, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. January’s demonstration will center on simple food items for hypertension and high blood pressure. Call the Center to register and reference course #5666. This is the first in a series.

Women’s Empowerment Group invites you to attend Age Your Brain Gracefully presented by Dr. Carol Jamison, Wednesday, Jan. 26, 10-11 a.m. Call the Center to register and reference course #5650.

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Swing Time Music, third Tuesday, 10 a.m. -12 p.m.

Scrabble Club, first and third Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m.

Women’s Singles, second Wednesday, 2-3 p.m.

Hand & Foot Cards, second and fourth Wednesdays, 9 a.m.-noon.

Armchair Travelogue, third Wednesday, 9-10:30 a.m. (Sponsored by TJ’s Travel Club). The topic for January meeting is, “Extended Tours and Cruises.” Activity Center membership required.

Golden Age of Radio, first Thursday, 1 -3 p.m.

Bunko, First Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.

Weekly: Ping Pong, Mondays, 9-11 a.m.

Men’s Discussion Group, Mondays, 9-10:30 a.m.

Hooks and Needles, Tuesdays, 10 a.m.noon.

Line Dancing (advanced) Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Mah Jongg, Tuesdays, 1-4 p.m.

Movie, Tuesdays, 1-3:30 p.m.

Bingo, Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Must be 18 or older.

Poker, Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m.

Line Dancing (intermediate), Thursdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Line Dancing (introduction), Thursdays, 10:30-11 a.m.

Table Talk, a women’s discussion group, Thursdays, 1-3 p.m.

Parkinson’s Art Group, Thursdays, 1-3 p.m.

Cards, Fridays, 9:15 a.m. – noon.

Parkinson’s Exercise, Fridays, 9 -10 a.m.

Dominoes, Fridays, 1 – 4 p.m.

Woodcarving, Fridays, 1-3 p.m.

Twice weekly: Peer-Led Exercise, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-9 a.m.

Contract Bridge, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9:00 a.m. –noon.

Support groups: All interested persons welcome. Not age restrictive. All meetings open to the public. No fee.

Celiac Support Group. Second Wednesdays, 10 a.m. –noon.

Alzheimer Support Group, first Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m.

Parkinson’s Support Group, first Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Bereavement Support Group, second and fourth Monday, 1-2:30 p.m.

Caregivers Support Group, first Mondays, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Hearing Screenings, fourth Wednesdays 1:30-2:30 p.m., (by appointment).

The Activity Center is located in the Fountain Hills Community Center, 13001 N. La Montana Drive, (480) 816-5226.

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FH Entertainment Series The 11th edition of the Fountain Hills Entertainment Series opens with a double bill Tuesday, Jan. 4.

A second January show with Greg Bonham is set for Tuesday, Jan. 18.

Rich Natole, “Voices of a Generation” and Lyra perform in the 7 p.m. program at Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church, 13001 N. Fountain Hills Blvd.

Natole is a multi-talented comic impressionist who ranks with the greatest mimics of all time. His “Voices of a Generation” presentation is a people-pleasing show that showcases dozens of celebrity voices in a fast-moving show.

Lyra is comprised of Allen and Marianne Kramer-Ames, a musically gifted husband and wife team who bring a wonderful essence to the concert stage. They will perform light classics and popular

music. Allen is an acclaimed violinist, while Marianne is renowned as a guitarist.

Their program is called “Four Hands…

One Heart.”

Bonham’s show Jan. 18 features the Australian “double threat vocalist” with the Golden Trumpet (with accompanying instrumental trio). Bonham is one of the most exciting and versatile musical stars to come out of Australia. He has earned such public kudos as “if Harry James and Tom Jones were father and son…Greg Bonham would be the grandson.” He sings and plays trumpet, providing great entertainment for his audiences.

For ticket information, call (480) 8371763.

The Entertainment Series runs through March 15. All performances begin at 7 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church.

Chamber Players set show Fountain Hills Chamber Players have their first concert of the new year Sunday, Jan. 23.

The event will be held at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church at 3 p.m.

The church is located at 16150 E. El Lago Blvd.

Featured pieces are by Antonin Dvorak, Bill Douglass, David Diamond and Astor

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Piazzolla Tickets are $15 each and are available by sending a check to FHCP, P.O. Box 18074, Fountain Hills, AZ 85269.

The Chamber Players are an affiliate of Fountain Hills Community Theater.

For more information visit www.fountainhillschamberplayers.org, or call (480) 816-1243 or (480) 837-5135.

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The Icehouse Tavern Location, Contact Information, Parking: 3855 E. Thomas Road, Phoenix 85018 (behind the Arcadia Hockey/ Ice rink in what was once called Tower Plaza); (602) 244-1179. There is plenty of free parking behind the mall on the south side.

Show Times and Tickets: Wednesdays at 8:30pm. There are no tickets and no cover charge. This one is a total freebie.

Information on who is appearing each week can be found on Sean McCarthy’s Facebook page.

Beverage and Food Service: There is no drink minimum. This is a full service bar, but there is no kitchen.

The Venue: The bar is a long rectangle with windows on one of the long sides looking out on to the ice rink from behind one of the hockey nets. The bar is on the lower level with the ice rink and a row of chairs. There is a second level that has another row of chairs and seven or eight high top table with bar stools.

The chairs all face toward the ice rink away from the “stage area”.

The night I was there, teenage hockey teams were practicing on the ice providing plenty of entertainment on their own. There were at least seven television screens above the window with any sports being played at the time.

They did not have the sound on, but the televisions remained on during the show which gives you an alternative if the comic isn’t particularly good.

The stage area is in one corner of the upper level. A single spotlight is clipped to the ceiling to illuminate the comedians. The sound was fine, but you might have trouble seeing the comedian from the lower level or the far end of the upper level. Capacity was between 50 and 100. The night I was there, the audience

was about 30 people not counting the comedians.

The Comedians: Sean McCarthy is the comic behind this show. He performed in the Valley in the 1990s prior to moving out of town. He came back to the Valley a couple of years ago and started the show in October 2009 to provide stage time for local comics as well as himself.

The best description for the level of talent would be raw. There was plenty of energy to go with the “f-bombs” and jokes about bodily functions, but this kind of show is not for the squeamish or persons easily offended by obscenities.

All the talent is local and performing simply for the experience. The level of talent has a pretty wide range. They say that you don’t really want to know how they make sausage or legislation. I think the same can be said of new comedians trying to find their comic voice. There may be some fun in watching various bits bite the dust, but it is not always a pretty sight. On the other hand, if you want to see budding young comedians take their first shot at entertainment, the price of admission is perfect.

Rating: C+. The Icehouse show is not going to be for everyone. It’s the middle of the week, the show starts late and the level of comedy can be pretty crude. But, if you want to hear what new comedians think is funny and don’t mind enduring some blue language, the Icehouse is a pretty cool way to check out the local comedy scene.

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‘Elegance of Fountain Hills’ Noted speaker to present returns to community economic outlook Jan. 27

A year ago, Fountain Hills was an unknown quantity in the world of antique shows.

This year, Arizona Antique Shows returns with its “Elegance of Fountain Hills Antique Show & Sale” Jan. 15 and 16.

The first event attracted more than 2,000 visitors who shopped at the sold out show last year. Bob and Wanda Jones, the producers of Arizona Antique Shows, said the Fountain Hills show is a high-quality

Via Linda Senior Center Via Linda Senior Center is looking forward to the new year.

The schedule remains the same, but the center will be closed Monday, Jan. 17, in honor of Martin Luther King Day. The center is located at 10440 E. Via Linda in Scottsdale. Regular center hours are Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Call the center for new schedules for blood pressure checks, table tennis and hearing tests. The knitting group and vision screenings remain on hiatus.

Volunteer opportunities are available.

Those wishing to volunteer may call the center for a list of opportunities and complete information.

Events that occur weekly on the same day are support groups for Divorced or Separated (Mondays, 10 a.m. to noon); Benefits Assistance (Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to noon, call for appointment); Grief and Loss (Wednesdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m.); Men’s Group (Wednesdays, 1 to 3 p.m.); Master Gardener Q & A, (Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.); Can We Talk discussion group (Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon); Market Strategies (Thursdays, 1 to 3 p.m.); Attorney General’s Satellite Office (every other Thursday, 1 to 4 p.m. – call for appointment); Anxiety (Thursdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m.); Bipolar (Fridays, 3 to 4:30 p.m.).

Book Discussion, Call for this month’s book selection, date and time.

Other regularly scheduled events include Pocket Billiard Tournaments (Mondays, 1 to 5 p.m.); Movie Matinees (Saturdays, 1:30 p.m.); and Open Cards and Games, daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Call for other information and activities, (480) 312-5810.

event with buyers from around the Valley.

Dealers are coming from Pennsylvania, Florida, California, Oregon, Texas, Colorado and Arizona. Their response to the Fountain Hills Community Center was overwhelmingly positive.

“They were unanimous in their vote for the beauty of the facility, the demographic of the show, the quality of fellow dealers and the décor of the center,” Wanda Jones said.

She added she believes her company has set a new trend for elevated shows in Arizona.

“It is amazing when you can promote a brand new show in a brand new venue and have such an overwhelming response from both customers and dealers,” she said. “This show can only get better with even stronger attendance in the future.”

The Elegance of Fountain Hills Antique Show and Sale will be open Saturday, Jan. 15, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission and parking are free.

The Fountain Hills Community Center is located at 13001 N. LaMontana Drive.

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Dr. Barry Asmus, one of the five most requested speakers in the United States, will present a program in Fountain Hills Thursday, Jan. 27.

A senior economist with the National Center for Policy Analysis, Asmus will present his economic outlook for the country. The presentation will be held at Fountain Hills Community Center, 13001 N. LaMontana Drive, starting at 7 p.m.

Asmus has spoken to thousands of companies and associations throughout the United States. He has testified before the House Ways and Means Committee regarding our income tax system and was a featured speaker in a privatizing Social Security conference for Western European leaders. Named by USA Today as one of the five most requested speakers in the United States.

Azmus’s presentation is titled “America at the EcoDr. Barry Asmus nomic Crossroads” and will feature his expert opinion on many economic issues facing the future of America, including such topics as taxes, cap and trade, housing, health care, recession, and inflation.

This is a rare opportunity for the business owners and residents of Fountain Hills to hear and learn from a world-class, global, economic expert who has been speaking to audiences in the U.S. and the world for more than 25 years. The presentation will include a period for questions and answers from the attendees.

Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. For more information, call (480) 837-2353. Seating is limited so call early to ensure your tickets. This event is sponsored as a community service by the men’s ministry at North Chapel Community Church.

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Fountain Hills Library The Fountain Hills Branch Library will be closed Saturday, Jan. 1, for New Year’s Day, and Monday, Jan. 17, for Martin Luther King Day. Regular library hours are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (602) 652-3000 for more information. The Friends of the Library Bookstore, located just outside the library, can be reached at (602) 652-3263.

The library is located at 12901 N. LaMontana Drive. For a complete listing of services, visit www.mcldaz.org.

January activities are as follows:

Children Once upon a Monday Jan. 3, 10, 24 -- 10 a.m.

Preschoolers are invited each Monday for stories, activities and crafts. The theme this month is “Music Medley.” Conference Room.

Happily Ever after on Thursday Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27 -- 10 a.m.

Story time especially for toddlers to

age three. Stories, finger plays, rhymes and crafts for fun and for skill development of this age group. “Music & Me” is December’s theme. Conference Room.

Twisty Kristy’s Balloon Twisting Workshop Saturday, Jan. 15, 10 a.m. - noon.

Join “Twisty Kristy” in a balloon twisting workshop and learn how to twist your own dog, sword, mouse and other creations. Registration needed. For children eight to 12. Conference Room.

Lightbulb Lab Saturday, Jan. 15, 3 p.m.

Registration is required for the lab that meets once a month to conduct and record fun science experiments. Ages 5-8.

The December lab is “Egg Drop Vehicles.”

Conference Room.

Teens Teen Council Tuesday, Jan. 25, 4-5 p.m.

Fountain Hills Branch Library wants teens to participate on its teen council. Be a part of planning activities, scheduling

performances and creating a cozy teen corner in the Library.

Game On Saturday, Jan. 29, 1:30 p.m.

Bring your own remotes, consoles and games. Games must be rated E or T only.

Snacks provided.

Adults Reel Discussions Wednesday, Jan. 5, 6-8:30 p.m.

Watch a good movie and participate in interesting discussions afterward. Even the popcorn is free! Conference Room.

Tapping Your Way to Better Health Saturday, Jan. 8, 2-3 p.m.

Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) is a revolutionary healing tool being used all over the world to help people find relief from a variety of physical, psychological and emotional blocks. The techniques are rooted in ancient practices of acupuncture and work stimulating through finer tapping on the body’s energy meridians.

Mary Randall and Shawn Sindlinger lead the workshop.

Mystery Reading Group Monday, Jan. 10, 6:30 p.m.

Do you enjoy reading “who-doneits” whether they are courtroom thrillers or cozies? Want to discuss these books with other mystery lovers and discover new authors? Come join the Mystery Reading Group. The group will be reading The Murder of King Tut by James Patterson.

Reading Club Thursday, Jan. 20, 3 p.m.

Half Broke Horses by Jeanette Wells.

Discussion questions and meeting dates are available in the reading club booklet at the library’s customer service desk.

Music in the Library Saturday, Jan. 22, 2-3 p.m.

The popular OK Chorale combines the wonderful sounds of traditional cowboy music with the fascinating history of Arizona in the 1880s to create a unique entertainment experience.

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Art on the Avenue & Farmers Market

River of Time Museum, Fountain Hills Jan. 9, 10:30 a.m.

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Your guide for places to go and things to do in the Northeast Valley and around the state.

Information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, but dates and times are subject to change without notice.

Elegance of Fountain Hills Antique Show Fountain Hills Community Center Jan. 15 Dealers from around the country with everything from fine arts to high quality antiques of European, Early American Native American and Western cultures. www.azantiqueshow.com Free

Arizona Antique Market Peoria Expo Building Jan. 21-23 A variety of antiques for show and sale.

Friday, noon to 6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. www.azantiqueshow.com Free

21st Annual High Noon Western Americana Antique Show Mesa Civic Center Jan. 29-30 More than 200 quality western, Indian and fine art dealers. Fine wester art, bits, boots, advertising, saloon, rugs, books, photography, more. Call or check website for times. www.highnoon.com $10 per day; $15 for weekend

Art Art in the Park Fountain Hills Saturday, Dec. 4 Please join us for an exciting array of jewelry, textiles, paintings, photography, sculptures and other media on display for sale by local artists.

First Saturday of every month. Plaza Fountainside, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. free

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Visit us online at www.fhtimes.com/events to see more listings or to place your upcoming events.

Chandler Center for the Arts Jan. 1-15 International juried exhibition of art quilts from established and emerging artists. www.chandlercenter.org 10 a.m. Free

Jesse Monomgye: Opal Bears and Lapis Skies Heard Museum, Phoenix Jan. 1-31 More than 200 pieces of Monongye’s work spanning more than 30 years of his career.

Works also by Monongye’s principal mentors,

Avenue of the Fountains, Fountain Hills Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27 Stroll the median on the Avenue of the Fountains and enjoy a rich talent of artists, jewelers, photogrpahers and more. Farmers Market offers fresh produce and more. www.fhchamber.org 11 a.m. Free

ArtWalk of Champions Scottsdale Arts District Jan. 8 Dozens of art galleries are open and hosting receptions, live music, free food. www.scottsdalegalleries.com 1 p.m. Free

Scottsdale Pavilions Indian Market Scottsdale Jan. 8 Native American arts, food and entertainment.

Vendors feature jewelry, pottery, rugs and more. www.scottsdalepavilions.com 10 a.m.

Free

Cave Creek Indian Market Jan. 14-16 Art, live entertainment, celebrates the colorful history and rich heritage of the Southwest.

Featuring Native American, Spanish and Southwestern fine artists and craftsmen. www.vermillionpromotions.com 10 a.m. Free

18th Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival Downtown Carefree Jan. 14-16 Thunderbird Artists, the leading producer of fine art events in the Southwest, is proud to announce Leo Posillico as featured artist for the show. More than 175 juried fine artists from throughout the world. The festival also hosts a phenomenal selection of fine wines for tasting, live musical entertainment featuring Moodafaruka, delicious food, mouthwatering chocolate and more! Kick off 2011 with this first-class event. www.thunderbirdartists.com $3 admission, free to Carefree residents. Free parking.

21st Annual Celebration of Fine Art Big White Tent, Scottsdale Jan. 15 through mid-March 100+ juried artists create and sell original art works. Watch the creative process, enjoy entertainment and food. www.celebrateart.com $8

Seventh Annual Rockin’ Art Walk Arts District, Scottsdale Jan. 15 Art show openings, food samples, live music. www.scottsdalegalleries.com 1 p.m. Free

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Seventh Annual Arizona Fine Art Expo Scottsdale Jan. 15 through mid-March 100 nationally acclaimed fine artisans working in studio environment. Demonstrations and workshops, entertainment, cafe, musical entertainment on weekend. www.arizonafineartexpo.com $8

Third Annual Artists of Scottsdale Ranch Art Show Scottsdale Ranch Community Center Jan. 29 22 local artists specializing in fine art, stained glass, sculpture, water colors, oils, pastels, jewelry, mixed media, drawing and poetry. www.wix.com/artscottsdaleranch/asr 11 a.m. $

Book Signings Cowboy/Cowgirl Roundup Singing Wind Bookshop, Benson Jan. 30 A gathering of cowboy and cowgirl authors and poets. www.cityofbenson.com 1 p.m. $

Car Shows 40th Annual Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction WestWorld, Scottsdale Jan. 17-23 Largest, most prestigious antique/classic car auction in the world. 700+ American and European classic, sports and racing cars. Buyers from around the world. www.barrett-jackson.com $

11th Annual Russo and Steele ‘Sports and Muscle’ Car Auction Near Scottsdale Road and the Loop 101 , Scottsdale Jan. 19-23 More than 500 sports cars, muscle cars and hot rods. The finest in European sports, American muscle and customs and rods. Memorabilia auction, more. www.russoandsteele.com $20

12th Annual Automobiles of Arizona Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa, Phoenix Jan. 20-21 Some of the world’s most influential automobiles will be offered for sale. www.rmauctions.com $

14th Annual Mitch Silver Car Auction Fort McDowell Casino, Fort McDowell Jan. 21-24 600+ classic and antique cars auctioned in the big tent. Cars and buyers from all over the US and Canada. Live entertainment Friday and Saturday night. www.silverauctions.com $

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Gooding & Company Scottsdale Auction Scottsdale Fashion Square, Scottsdale Jan. 21-23 A sale of some 70 of the finest vintage and classic cars. Viewing Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 - 10:30 a.m., auction at 11 a.m. www.goodingco.com $30; $75 for auction catalogue and two admissions

20th Papago Military Vehicle Show Arizona National Guard Building, Phoenix Jan. 22-23 8:00 a.m. An impressive line-up of Jeeps from World War II, Korea and Vietnam, Humvees from Desert Storm, conflicts in Iraq, Afghanistan and other troop carriers and armored cars from 70 years of American machinery in combat. www.armytrucks.org Free with a $5 parking donation

Coins & Stamps 53rd Annual Aripex Stamp Show Tucson Convention Center, Tucson Jan. 14-16 The event celebrates more than 150 years of mail delivery in Tucson. The world-renowned international philatelic exhibition presdented by Aripex and Arizona Federation of Stamp Clubs. www.aripexonline.com $

Comedy Second City Touring Company Yavapai College Performance Hall, Prescott 01/22/2011 Fair & Unbalanced. A night of cutting-edge improv and comedy. www.yc.edu $17-$47

Culinary Ingredients: America by Food The Curley School, Ajo Jan. 1-23 International Sonoran Desert Alliance at the Curley School. Smithsonian exhibition of the country’s diverse regional cooking and eating traditions. Exhibits, oral history projects and publications. Food festivals and cook-offs.

Call for times. www.azhumanities.org $

Crave Arizona Arizona’s top 50 signature restaurants Jan. 28-30 Highlights local chefs, artisans and one-of-akind dining experiences found only in Arizona.

This is a foodie’s delight. Visit the website for individual events, prices and other features. www.cravearizona.com $

Key Ingredients: America by Food Gila County Historical Society Museum, Globe Jan. 29-31

Smithsonian exhibition of the country’s diverse regional cooking and eating traditions. Exhibits, oral history projects and publications, food fetivals and cook-offs. Call or visit the website for entire schedule, prices, times. www.azhumanities.org $

Cultural Indian America New Year’s Competition Pow Wow & Indian Craft Market Rillito Raceway Park, Tucson Through Jan. 2 Dancers from more than 50 tribes, authentic handmade craft market, traditional foods, drum contest, children’s activity area, dance to bring in the New Year. www.usaindianinfo.org $12

Fountain Hills and Lower Verde River Valley Historical Society Fountain Hills Community Center Jan. 19 Fort McDowell Yavapai Community Tribal Vice President Bernadine Burnette presents “The Fort McDowell Yavapai Tribal Nation.” www.riveroftimemuseum.org $

14th Annual Australia Day Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Superior Jan. 22-23 Join Australian folklorist Paul Taylor who will make and play a didgeridoo, as well as share stories and poems about Australia. www.arboretum.ag.arizona.edu $2-$7.50

Civil War Days Yuma Quartermaster Depot State Historic Park, Yuma Jan. 29-30 Re-enactment groups from around the west converge for an old-school encampment and mock battles on the grassy grounds of the park. It should be noted that no Civil War battles were waged around Yuma. Call or visit the website for times and prices. www.heard.org $

Dance Tucson Area Square Dance Festival Tucson Convention Center Jan. 20-23 Tucson’s Revvin’ in 2011. Hundreds of dancers from all over the U.S. and Canada attend.

Square dance (mainstream through C Star tips) and clogging at all levels. Top callers and cuers.

Entertainment Fountain Hills Entertainment Series Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church Jan. 4 The 11th edition of Fountain Hills Entertainment Series features a double bill of Rich

Natole’s “Voices of a Generation” along with the musically gifted husband and wife team of Lyra. 7 p.m. $10-$20

Carnival of Illusion DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, Tucson Jan. 21-22 Special shows at the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun benefits the DeGrazia Foundation’s education department. www.carnivalofillusion.com $

Events Arizona Wags for Wishes Sahuaro Ranch Park, Glendale Jan. 21-22 9:00 a.m. Dog owners and lovers from the western U.S. enjoy dogrelated copetitions and events. Fundraiser for Make-A-Wish Foundation of Arizona. www,azwags4wishes.com $5

15th Annual Heard Museum Guild Library Book Sale & Treasure Market Heard Museum, Phoenix Jan. 29-30 9:30 a.m. More than 30,000 books of every variety, as well as art and collectibles will be on sale. Silent auction for high-end items and rare edition books also will be held. Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday, 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. www.heard.org Free

Expos Sixth Annual Arizona Home & Garden Show Phoenix Convention Center Jan. 7-9 Exhibits, latest in home and garden products and services, seminars, more. Friday, 2-7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. www.showtechnology.com/shows/ Phoenix/Phoenix.html $5-$7, children 16 and younger free

Sixth Annual Tucson Old West Round-Up Pima County Fairgrounds, Tucson Jan. 21-23 Collectors of Old West memorabilia will love this show. Friday, 2-6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $8 or $20 for weekend pass

Festivals Sunday A’Fair Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30 The Valley’s top entertainers, plus arts and crafts, children’s activities, docent-led tours, more. www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org.

Free

18th Annual Wings over Willcox Birding & Nature Festival Willcox Community Center Jan. 12-16 A celebration of birds, nature and culture.

Guided tours, field trips, seminars, crafts and trade show, more. www.wingsoverwillcox.com $5-$90

Ninth Season of Native Trails Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Jan. 20, 22, 27, 29 Presented by Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation.

A series of free festivals celebrating Native American culture, highlighting tribes from across the state. Native American music and dance, traditional flutes and drums, arts and crafts, jewelry. Guest performers. Most Thursdays and Saturdays. www.culturequestscottsdale.com Noon. Free

Havasu Hot Air Balloon Fair Rotary Park, Lake Havasu City Jan. 21-23 Sponsored by the London Bridge Lions and Rotary Club foundations. Fun and entertainment for the whole family. Vendors, balloon rides, helicopter rides, powered parachutes, mud bog event, carnival, hot air balloon launch, balloon glow. www.golakehavasu.com 6 a.m. $1 per person; $5 per car

Football 40th Annual Tostitos Fiesta Bowl Football Classic University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale Jan. 1 The champion of the Big 12 Conference and another top college team play in this great bowl game. www.tostitosfiestabowl.com Oklahoma vs. Connecticut 5:30 p.m. $

BCS National Championship Game University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale Jan. 10 6:30 p.m. The game that determines it all in college football. #1 Auburn vs. #2 Oregon. www.tostitosfiestabowl.com $

Gems & Minerals 11th Annual Desert Gardens International Gem and Mineral Show Quartzsite, Quartzsite Through Jan. 31 9:00 a.m. www.mines.az.gov $

LET’S GO! January 2011 39th Annual Flagg Gem and Mineral Show Mesa Community College Jan. 7-9 Some 80 dealers will be on hand to sell minerals, fossils and gems, educational information. Sponsored by Arizona Mineral and Mining Museum Foundation. www.mines.az.gov 9 a.m. Free

54th Annual Gila County Gem and Mineral Show Gila County Fairgrounds, Globe/Miami Jan. 14-16 Precious and sem-precious gems and minerals, unfinished stones as well as finished pieces. National vendors, live demonstrations, door prizes, food, displays Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. www.mines.az.gov $3

15th Annual Festival of Lights Ahwatukee Jan. 1 The light display boasts more than 1 million white lights displayed among the desert. www.folaz.org

19th Annual ZooLights Phoenix Zoo Through Jan. 9 Celebrate the opening of the zoo’s new Komodo Drgon exhibit. 600,000+ lights. Music of the season, lighted animal exhibits. www.phoenixzoo.com 6 p.m. $7-$9

Annual Holiday of Lights Festival Little America, Flagstaff Through Jan. 9 2 million+ lights. Opening with cookies and cider, local choir groups, Santa, luminarias. www.littleamerica.com 6 p.m.

Gingerbread Village

Quartzsite Jan. 19-23 More than 450 rock, gem, mineral and jewelry vendors from around the world. Largest operating display of lapidary equipment in the country. www.qiaaz.org Free

JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort, Phoenix Through Jan. 2 The whole family will enjoy 500 pounds of gingerbread dough, 120 pounds of dark and white chocolate, 150 pounds of sugar and hundreds of glistening gumdrops in the 20-foot by 20-foot work of art featuring a moving toy train circling the lifelike candy-filled village. www.jwmarriottdesertridgeresort.com Free

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45th Annual Pow Wow and Gem & Mineral Show

Days Inn, Tucson Jan. 28-31 200 gem, mineral, fossil and direct-import merchandise dealers from around the world. www.jewelryshowguide.com 8:30 a.m. $

Murphy Park, Glendale Through Jan. 16 Nightly lights through the holidays www.glendaleaz.com/events 5 p.m. Free

To Bead True Blue

McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, Scottsdale Through Jan. 1 50,000+ lights and seasonal displays decorate the train route. Santa appears on the Dec. 23. The display will be closed Dec. 24 25 and 31.www.therailroadpark.com 6:30 p.m. $2

Tucson Doubletree Reid Park, Tucson Jan. 30-31 A juried bead show, 500 exhibitors, featuring fine artists, artisans and merchants, artistic suppliers, direct importers, textile arts, jewelry design, lapidary, much more. Call or visit website for prices, times, days. www.tobeadtrueblue.com $

Holiday

14th Annual Festival of Lights English Village and London Bridge, Lake Havasu City Jan. 1 More than a million lights on display. www.golakehavasu.com. 6 p.m. Free

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Home Tours Third Annual Superior Home Tour and Antique Show Superior Chamber of Commerce Jan. 29 10:00 a.m. Visit restored, renovated and remodeled homes, buildings and movie sets.

Artists will display their works at the Arts and Antique Show running concurrently with the tour. A pancake breakfast will begin at 8 a.m.

Saturday. www.superiorchamberazchamber.net $10 for tour, show is free

Horses

Arizona National Horse Show WestWorld, Scottsdale Jan. 6-9 Events include cutting, Quarterhorse show, 4-H & FFA horse show and Arizona Na-

tional Reining and Western Affiliate qualifying show. www.anls.org 8 a.m. Free

Arizona Sun Country Circuit Quarter Horse Show WestWorld, Scottsdale Jan. 29-31 One of the top ten American Quarter Horse shows in the country. The circuit is full of six shows including three youth shows. All events are offered in English and Western jumping.

Competition for more than $200,000 in awards and prize money. www.suncircuit.com 8 a.m.

Free

Motorsports Monster Energy AMA Supercross World Championship Chase Field, Phoenix 01/15/2011 Motorcycle racing competition. www.sxgp.com 7 p.m. $10-$60

Buses by the Bridge XV Lake Havasu City, Lake Havasu City Jan. 14-16 Vintage Volkswagen bus show and campout. www.golakehavasu.com OR www.busesbythebridge.com $

Music Woody Guthrie’s American Song Herberger Theater Center, Phoenix Through Jan. 161 Celebrate the great American story of Woody Guthrie who gave our country the songs that sang the stories of a whole nation determined to survive the Great Depression. Call for days and times. www.arizonatheatre.org $35 and up

Lang Lang Mesa Arts Center Jan. 16 Perhaps the most popular pianist on earth. www.mesaartscenter.com 7:30 p.m. $52-$92

Symphonie Fantastique Phoenix Symphony Hall Jan. 6-8 Michael Christie conducts. Phoenix Symphony principal Viviana Cumplido, accompanied by area flutists and drummers perform Berlioz’s most celebrated work. Visit website for times, days and ticket prices. www.phoenixsymphony.org $

Arizona Bach Festival Musical Instrument Museum, Phoenix Jan. 9-15 The festival is to inspire, educate, preserve and elevate the appreciation of Bach as a transcendent force. Violinist Stephen Redfield is featured. www.arizonabachfestival.org 3 p.m. $20-$35

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Phoenix Boys Choir Mini-Concert Steele Indian School Park Memorial Hall, Phoenix Jan. 13 The world-renowned Tour Choir performs new works, and offers sneak peeks at special repertoire and audience favorites. www.phoenixboyschoir.org 5:30 p.m. $10

Brandenburg Festival Tempe Center for the Arts Jan. 14-16 Experience some of Bach’s greatest works for orchestra featuring Phoenix Symphony musicians as soloists and Conductor Michael Christie. www.phoenixsymphony.org $

Harlem Gospel Choir Yavapai College Performance Hall, Prescott Jan. 14 An evening of foot-stomping, hand clapping blues, jazz and gospel spirituals. The Harlem Gospel Choir travels the world as ambassadors for African American culture and is loved for its joyous music. www.yc.edu 7:30 p.m. $26-$56

Fountain Hills Chamber Players Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, Fountain Hills 01/23/2011 3:00 p.m. Performing works by Antonin Dvorak, Bill Douglas, David Diamond, Astor Piazzolla. www.fhct.org $15

ASU-MIM Wednesday Morning Interludes Series Musical Instrument Museum, Scottsdale Jan. 261 ASU African Drum Ensemble is featured.

Drumming and folklore from Senegal, Mali, Guinea, Ghana and Nigeria will be shared by Director Mark Sunkett. www.themim.org 10:30 a.m. $

Hollywood Dreams and Nightmares Phoenix Symphony Hall Jan. 28-31 A concert of cinematic masterpieces with music from some of the greatest epics and thrillers. Part of the APS Pops Series. With the Phoenix Symphony, led by Conductor James Sedares. Concert times vary. Call or visit online for times and days. www.phoenixsymphony.org $18 and up

Pinal County 25th Annual Agri-Country Bluegrass Festival Pinal County Fairgrounds, Casa Grande Jan. 28-30 Famous fiddler and bluegrass musicians, old-time fiddlers, demonstrations of exotic birds, live entertainment, classic car show, antique tractor pull. www.pinalcountyfair.com $6

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30th Annual Winter Concert of Russian Music and Dance Tucson Center for the Arts, Proscenium Theatre Jan. 29-30 Orpheus performs russian folk songs as guest of the Arizona Balalaika Orchestra. 7:30 and 2 p.m. Check website for times and ticket prices. www.sonsoforpheus.org $

Asleep at the Wheel Yavapai College Performance Hall, Prescott Jan. 29 Famed western-swing, boogie and roots music band. www.yc.edu 7:30 p.m. $30-$60

Orchestra from Planet X Phoenix Symphony Hall Jan. 29 The Phoenix Symphony featuring the Magic Circle Mime Company. Explores America’s greatest music. www.phoenixsymphony.org 2:30 p.m. $

20th Annual Arizona Musicfest 2011 Various venues, Scottsdale & Carefree Jan. 31 Classical, Broadway and jazz in 13 concerts over five weeks in venues thorugh North Scottsdale and Carefree. Chamber ensembles, solos and vocalists. Call or visit the website for schedule and locations. www.musicfest.org $30-$40

More than 300 exhibits, supply show for crafting, sewing, quilting and needlearts, scrapbooking and embossing. Professional classes, make and take, more. www.quiltcraftsew.com or www.rustybarn.com 10 a.m. $10

29th Annual Quilt Show & Sale Tombstone Art Gallery, Tombstone Jan. 28-31 Quilts, quilt tops, small quilted articles for show and sale. Seasoned quilters present each day to share experiences and teach skills. www.tombstonechamber.com 9:30 a.m. Free

Runs / Walks Sixth Annual New Year’s Day 5K and 1 mile run Papago Park, Phoenix Jan. 1 8 a.m. Start your new year on the run. www.allarizonarunningevents.com $

Seventh Annual Run to Remember Tumbleweed Park, Chandler Jan. 9 7:30 a.m. Proceeds go to the families of officers. www.arizonarunningeventsco.com $

8th Annual P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon and Half Marathon

Nature Winter Visitors Welcome Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Superior Jan. 8-9 Guided tours, concerts each day, family fun. www.arboretum.ag.arizona.edu $

Becoming an Outdoors Woman

confree to watch.

Wesley Bolin Plaza, Phoenix Jan. 16 Begins at Wesley Bolin Plaza and continues through Phoenix, Tempe and Scottsdale. Fast, flat course.

More than 70 bands, 40 cheer squads, aid stations and music each mile. Free headliner cert. www.rnraz.com. $ to enter,

Saguaro Lake Ranch, Saguaro Lake Jan. 28-30 Women can learn adventure and life skills. For women 18 and older who can learn to camp, fish, rappel, hike, cook in Dutch ovens, outdoor photography, nature hikes and more. Cost includes meals, lodging and classes. www.azwildlife.org $420

Arizona Road Racers 17th Annual Desert Classic

Quilting

Schnepf Farms, Queen Creek Jan. 29 1/2 marathon, 10K run, 2 mile fun run/walk.

Benefits The Phoenix Children’s Hospital Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders. www.londonsrun.org $

Annual Quilting in the Desert Four Points Sheraton, Phoenix Jan. 23-29 Educational seminar for quilters from beginners to advanced. Internationally recognized techers present workshops in various quilting techniques. Some free events. www.quiltcamp. com 9 a.m. $30 registration plus workshop fees

Annual Quilt, Craft and Sewing Fest Arizona State Fairgrounds, Phoenix Jan. 27-29

Riverboat Village, Surprise Jan. 29 7 a.m. Marathon, half-marathon and two-mile. www.arizonaroadracers.com $

Sixth Annual London’s Run

Skiing Full Moon Ski Flagstaff Nordic Center Jan. 18 Enjoy the bright winter sky. www.flagstaffnordiccenter.com $

Arizona Cup Classic Style Ski Race Flagstaff Nordic Center Jan. 30 15K Classic (diagonal-stride) style ski race on well-groomed trails. Race both classic and freestyle to compete for the Arizona Cup, Arizona’s only cross coutnry ski race series. www.flagstaffnordiccenter.com 9 a.m. $

Sports

Sister’s Christmas Catechism: The Mystery of the Magi’s Gold Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Through Jan. 2 Help solve one of history’s great mysteries -- whatever happened to the Magi’s gold. Onenun show, Sister creates a living nativity scene to reveal the culprit. Each performance is unique and appeals to people of all faiths. 7:30, 2 and 8 p.m. shows. Call for days and times. www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org $38

College Football’s Biggest Party

Shrek the Musical

Glendale Youth Sports Complex Jan. 1 12:30 p.m. Tostitos Fiesta Bowl hosts this action packed celebration full of the ultimate tailgate experience. Pep rallies, marching bands, cheerleaders, games, food, more. www.fiestabowl.org $

ASU Gammage, Tempe Jan. 4-9 The story of everyone’s favorite ogre comes to life with song and dance on stage in Tempe.

Visit web page for times and ticket prices. www.asugammage.com $

USTA National Winter Tennis Championships Reffkin Tennis Center, Tucson Jan. 1 Top-rated 12- and under 14-year-old tennis players compete in major, annual United States Tennis Association sanctioned event.

Call for times. www.reffkintenniscenter.com $

Kahtoola Snow-or-No Snowshoe Race Flagstaff Nordic Cente Jan. 9 9:00 a.m. 1K Fun Run, 5K and 10K snowshoe races. If no snow, races will be held as a trail run. All day trail pass and goodie bag included. www.flagstaffnordiccenter.com $30-$40

21st Annual Shootout Fort Lowell Park, Tucson Jan. 14-16 Three-day soccer extravaganza open to under 9 and under 16 teams affiliated with U.S. Youth Soccer or Arizona Youth Soccer. Starts with the parade of teams and soccer olympics. Some 350 teams with 1,500 games are scheduled. www.fortlowellshootout.com $

Winter Trout Fishing Derby Tierra Verde Lake Park, Litchefiled Park Jan.15 7:00 a.m. Fish for stocked trout, food prizes and giveaways. License not required for the event. www.litchfield-park.org $4 per pole for 15 and younger; $6 per pole, 16 up

Theater Chicago Broadway Palm Dinner Theater, Mesa Through Jan. 31 A jazzy tale detailing the trials and tribulations of two famed merderesses, Roxy Hart and Thelma Kelly, who use their ways to avoid the gallows. Check Website for days and times. www.broadwaypalmwest.com $

Wicked UA Centennial Hall, Tucson Jan. 5-23 The story of the witches of Oz and how they grew to be the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good. Visit web page for days, times and ticket prices. www.broadwayintucson.com/shows_wicked.html

Bye Bye Birdie Scottsdale Desert Stages Through Jan 7 This Elvis-esque musical classic has everything -- fun, frivolity, great music, great story. www.desertstages.org. $22

No Way to Treat a Lady Phoenix Theater Jan. 12-30 . Theatrically charged musical comedy/thriller about a publicity crazed actor turned serial killer and the charming detective who pursues him. Visit the website for days, times, ticket prices www.phoenixtheatre.com $

A Chorus Line Orpheum Theatre, Phoenix Through Jan. 16 The hopes and dreams of chorus line dancers.

Call for ticket prices and times. www/theaterleague.com $

A Raisin in the Sun Scottsdale Desert Stages Jan. 14-31 A story that takes place over a few weeks in the lives of the Younger family, an AfricanAmerican family living in South Chicago in the late 1940s. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. www.desertstages.org $22

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The Producers

Annual Madrigal Feaste

The Desperate Hours

Fountain Hills Community Theater Jan. 14-30 The biggest hit in Broadway history. When a Broadway producer realizes a flop can make more money than a hit, it’s musical mayhem.

Shows are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. www.fhct.org $25

Fiesta Fountains, Mesa Jan. 22-31 Celebrating 15th century life in this historical, hysterical entertainment extravaganza. Dinner, drink and entertainment is included in the price. The event is appropriate for those ages 13 and older. Saturday’s show is at 6 p.m.; it is at 1 p.m. Sunday. www.stcpa.org $40

Theater Works, Peoria Jan. 28-31 A fresh approach to a classic crime drama. An ordinary Midwest family is invaded by a trio of escaped criminals. Call or visit the website for times and ticket prices. www.theaterworks.org $

This Herberger Theater Center, Phoenix Jan. 21-31

By Melissa James Gibson. The story about Jane, a promising poet without a muse, a single mother without lessons to pass along and her dating life. This witty, un-romantic comedy captures the uncertain steps of a circle

Go, Dog, Go! of friends moving toward middle age. Visit the website for times, days and ticket information. www.atphx.org $

Tempe Center for the Arts Jan. 23-31 P.S. Eastman’s classic children’s story springs to life on stage. Call or visit the website for days and times. www.childsplayaz.org $12-$25

Unstoppable Me! Greasepaint Theatre, Scottsdale Jan. 28-31 Two young kids, their parents and a magical bird discover how to hold on to no-limit thinking rather than just trying to fit in. Good for children in grades kindergarten through fourth.

Call or check online for times. www.cookiecompany.org $15

Fountain Hills Botanical Garden

The real gem in the community

by Rose Gonsoulin Special to Let’s Go! There’s a real live “gem” in town that doesn’t get the attention it deserves. It’s a treasure lying in plain sight -- The Fountain Hills Botanical Garden. Unlike any other botanical garden in Arizona, it’s a place where nature happens with very little influence from people. It’s not a glitzy place; there are no foreign plant species or

Rose Gonsoulin

glass sculptures or even a watering system.

Yet, every visit offers something new and different despite lacking special exhibits or a plant sale or musical performances. And, best of all, there’s no entry fee or requests for donations.

The garden sits along the western edge of Fountain Hills Boulevard, tucked into Emerald Wash. A new fire station was slated to be built there several years ago.

If all had gone as planned, parts of the garden would have been destroyed and access to the remainder blocked. It must have seemed like a no-brainer to put a fire station next door -- there’s a water storage tank only a few yards away at the south end of the park.

Thankfully, a dedicated group of concerned citizens helped the Town Council see the error of that plan. Through the group’s efforts, funds were found to provide signage and a small parking lot. After the parking lot was completed, there was a dedication ceremony and a flurry of media coverage. Since then, many people still aren’t aware of the garden, or haven’t been sufficiently inspired to visit. All too often, it’s the jewels closest to us that we tend ignore. But, it’s well worth the effort to explore our unique slice of desert paradise.

The hiking path is less than two miles long with enough switchbacks to make the changes in elevation fairly mild. It’s an easy 30 minute walk to complete the full loop, including the two side trails –- the first being the scenic overlook atop the granite outcroppings. Those fantastic outcroppings are what make the garden feel like a hidden oasis.

The overlook offers the best perspective of Emerald Wash and the layout of the garden. There’s a view of the dam that was built in the mid-1900s by the P-Bar ranch. It was used for watering cattle, but unless it has rained recently and heavily,

the retention pond behind the dam is mostly a shallow dry bed filled with reedy vegetation.

A couple of other things to notice while you’re up on the overlook -- to the east of the dam you might be able to spot the top of a Saguaro cactus that has the swirled shape of an ice cream cone from Dairy Queen. Next, look down at the ground and you’ll notice the clump of Pincushion cactus growing straight out of solid granite without the benefit of a nurse plant or soil.

Once I was tempted to climb atop the highest outcropping but I quickly discovered there’s a reason the path doesn’t

venture there. You’d need rock-climbing skills to safely reach the highest point.

The best time to go is about a week after a good rain. During the dry season the desert moss is brown and unnoticeable.

With a sufficient amount of moisture it transforms into a luscious deep emerald green. That’s how Emerald Wash got its name. It only took a dozen trips to the garden for that revelation to dawn on me.

If you’re looking for a leisurely stroll, or a moment of solitude amidst the majestic beauty of the Sonoran Desert, the Fountain Hills Botanical Garden is there waiting for you -- our very own gem, an emerald in the desert.

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