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contents :: contributors 10

Meet the Lehman Family

20 youth

Shelly Spence :: owner/publisher shelly@imagesaz.com :: 623-341-8221

24 High School Sports :: BCHS Volleyball

stephanie maher palenque :: executive writer thewordnerd@thewordnerd.com

26 Community

Paula theotocatos :: contributing writer

42 Apple awards :: Excellence in Education

Jeffrey Cody :: contributing writer

48 Road less traveled :: Ryan Sims

Amanda christmann larson :: contributing writer

52 Chamber profile :: Health Quest

Donna Kublin :: contributing writer

Fall Foliage in Arizona

woman Arising

62 There is always something more to discover 70 Oktoberfest in the South west 72 Harold’s celebrating 76 years :: Colin Hay 74

dining guide Spotlight :: Q-to-U BBQ

Marketplace

Local Index

82 Recipe :: Cabbage Rolls

Jenny Brooks :: contributing writer Bill Hickman :: contributing writer Brenna Orozco :: photographer Janelle Zeller :: photographer Jerri Parness :: photographer Meaghan’s Dream :: graphic artist Jeff Penzone :: advertising consultant jeff@imagesaz.com :: 623-341-0123

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feature staff bio Stephanie is a self-described “Anthem pioneer” as she and her husband, Jaime, a Senior Executive Chef at Banner Thunderbird Hospital, and owner of Phantom Caterers, were one of the first hundred families to purchase a home in Anthem. They have had three daughters, Sophia (10), Alexandra (8), and Charlotte (7), since moving to Anthem. They treasure the roots that they planted in the community so many years ago, and the friendships that have grown as a result. Stephanie is an English Literature and Creative Writing instructor on both the secondary and collegiate levels. She holds a Master of Arts in English Literature and Creative Writing as well as a Masters in Education (M.Ed.). She has had hundreds of articles published in regional and national magazines, and her first book was published in 2005. She loves that she has found a home for her writing at ImagesAZ, where she gets to share her passions month after month in the pages of the magazine as well as on her blog, Food for Thought (www.imagesaz.com/ blogs/group/stephanie).

Stephanie Maher Palenque Executive writer

Photography by Michele Celentano

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welcome B

efore my husband and I moved to Arizona in 1999, we lived in New England, a section of the country known for its brilliant fall

foliage. Not only did we live in New England, but I worked in Waltham, Massachusetts – a stone’s throw away from Walden Pond which was made famous by Henry David Thoreau when he described it in his classic work, Walden: Life in the Woods as “lovelier than diamonds.” As lovely as Walden Pond is, it pales in comparison to the breathtaking colors on display in autumn there each year. When we made the decision to move to Arizona, I counted the fall foliage among one of the “sacrifices” we would have to make in order to live near the ones that we love. As it turns out, there is no need to sacrifice – we have spectacular foliage displays in the Grand Canyon State, and with a bit of effort, we can enjoy them as others do this time of year – without having to give up our more than 300 days of sun per year, and our fall and wintertime festivals! The awesome aspect of fall foliage is the combination of colors that merge to create a true masterpiece. Each leaf is a unique contribution to the masterpiece, and as observers we are the recipients of this gift each year. Our community is no different – as we head back to school we realize more than ever that each teacher, every student, and every school in our community brings unique and special gifts to the table, and it is this organic contribution that creates our learning community. Through our new section, “Apple Awards” we hope to single out the unique “leaves” in our community that don’t always get recognized for their contributions, but without whom our Anthem “foliage” would not be the same. If you know of someone who deserves recognition, please contact us for possible inclusion in this section. We hope that this issue leads you to a few new and memorable experiences, as we head into a gorgeous season here in North Valley! Warmly, Stephanie Maher Palenque ImagesAZ Magazine :: Executive Writer

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lehman family Meet the

Writer Amanda Christmann Larson Photographer Janelle Zeller

aith, hope and love. The words

(almost 12!) grandchildren. As a family, it’s

sound cliché, the stuff of wall

not the huge accomplishments or major

plaques and posters. Perhaps

milestones that make them noteworthy,

they’re overused, but there is nothing

although there are plenty of those

more appropriate to describe Bob and

things. It’s the everyday happiness that

Janet Lehman and their family.

happens when a family sticks together and enjoys being around each other, and

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Bob serves as Senior Pastor at Arizona

when parents take the time to teach their

Hills Community Church, and Janet is his

children about life, love, forgivenesss,

best friend and biggest supporter. They

and acceptance, that makes this family

raised four children, and now have 11

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are happy together, and they take pride in being part of “The Lehmans.” Their faith in God always comes first, but their love for each other is the glue that holds their growing family together. From the beginning, Bob and Janet were an unlikely match, but things have a way of coming together as they were meant to be. Bob and Janet met in a chemistry lab when they were both young college students attending Northern Arizona University. Both had grown up in different parts of Phoenix, and were zoology majors, minoring in chemistry, but that seemed to be where their commonalities ended. Bob was an athlete and president of his fraternity, and a bit of a partier. Janet was much more studious and serious. “I finally got up the courage to ask her out, and she said something to the effect of, ‘Are you a Christian?’” Bob said. “Church was the last thing on my mind, but I was no idiot. I figured that it was important to her, so I said, ‘yes, of course I was!’” Silently reluctant, Bob went to church with Janet the following Sunday. They sat in one of the back rows, Bob with his arms crossed, expecting to hear a fire-and-brimstone sermon about all of the changes he would have to make to be a good Bob is quick to laugh. He says what’s on his mind; but what’s

Christian. What he heard was something very different, and

on his mind is tempered with a kindness that isn’t judgmental

it was the start of a change that ultimately steered both of

or assuming. He can have a sarcastic sense of humor, but

their lives together and on a course completely different than

is never mean or harsh. His honesty makes him a joy to

what Bob imagined for himself.

listen to, whether it’s from a chair next to him at a coffee shop or from a pew in front of his pulpit. Janet is a perfect

“The guy who spoke was interesting. He didn’t cram anything

complement to him. She’s a bit more quiet, but not because

down my throat. Instead, he painted the most incredible

she’s holding back. She’s hardly a wallflower. She seems to

picture of who Jesus Christ is,” Bob explained. “It was real.”

simply enjoy listening, especially when Bob is telling stories. Like Bob, her sincerity is neither uptight nor intimidating.

Bob’s reckless days were numbered. He started going to

They’re just, well … nice.

church with Janet and got involved in campus ministry. He and Janet spent more and more time together, and

There is a certain amount of outside expectation that occurs

they began to recognize that they enjoyed who they were

with a pastor’s family. Their marriages and their children

when they were together. They decided to get married after

are held to a higher standard, it seems, than other families.

graduation, but couldn’t wait that long, and started their lives

After all, they’re the ones who are supposed to have it all

together while they were both still earning their degrees. It

together. What’s really wonderful about the Lehmans is that,

was a decision neither of them has regretted.

although they aren’t perfect and don’t claim to be, they really

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“We’re still crazy about each other,” Bob said as he smiled at

Bob and Janet prayed about it, and they also talked to their

Janet. “We still feel like we’re on our honeymoon!”

pastor. Together, they made the decision to move to Denver so that Bob could attend Denver Seminary. He committed to

“Except when the grandkids are at our house,” laughed

one year, but he stayed for three. They grew together in love

Janet. “That’s a reality check!”

and in purpose.

After the two got married, they had some choices to make.

Following

Bob’s parents had a real estate business they’d hoped he’d

evangelical church-planting and discipleship organization.

take over one day, and he had aspirations of his own to be

He served as a campus minister in Stockton, CA, and had

a veterinarian. Slowly, though, something else was working

a lot of fun with his job. “I was what you’d probably call a

on Bob’s heart. He started to become drawn to the ministry

radical,” he laughed. “I had the long hair and a long beard. I

that had changed his life. He saw what God had done in

don’t think you’d recognize me back then!”

graduation,

Bob

joined

international

his own life, and also saw changes in some of his friends.

“I noticed that others who had come to know Christ in their

Janet laughed at the memory. “It’s true. There is very little

lives were going through some radical changes, just like I

about Bob that’s the same now, with his bald head and

had. I wanted my life to count for more.”

trimmed goatee, except his enthusiasm for ministry.”

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Jason & Melinda Lehman

Jason & Janelle Zeller

Jeremy & Lorie Lehman

Joshua & Becca Lehman

He later became National Director of Church Planting

identification—something to show them who they are—

for Mission’s Door, reaching out to people in all types

and they’re not really getting it,” Janet said. “At our house,

of neighborhood and cultures … rich, poor, willing and

it’s always been, ‘We’re the Lehmans and that’s what we

reluctant. Meeting people “where they are” became a

do, or what we don’t do.’ I think that, other than having a

natural task for Bob because he’s always kept his message

relationship with God, having identification as a family is the

simple and left judgment out of his duties. “I want to make

best gift you can give your children.”

a difference,” Bob added. “You don’t do that by sitting in an office. You do that by getting out in the community.”

Bob agreed. “There were many times, as a parent, I had to say, ‘I’m not your pal, I’m not your friend, I’m your father. I

During the years of ministry they shared in California, their

know you might not like me for a while, but this is who we

family was also growing. Jason, Janelle, Jeremy, and Joshua

are as a family.”

were the other focus in their lives, and they learned how to be strong - not only as a couple, but as parents, too.

While Bob preached, Janet supported him in ministry, raised the children, and also worked at different jobs on a part-time

They recognized early on that, as parents, their job was to

basis to help support the family. She’s been a central figure in

provide guidance, not always friendship, to their children

the family, and kept very busy cementing everyone together.

as they grew up. “I think so many people are longing for

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After a few years, the family returned to their roots and

Like his love for his family, Bob takes his ministry seriously.

moved back to Phoenix. One morning, Bob and his friend

“The truth is, every Sunday matters. We’ve only got one shot.

in ministry, Dale Farwell, drove up I-17 to the North Valley

What we, as ministers, say to people can be what makes

and climbed Daisy Mountain, where a handful of houses

them want to save their marriage, or accept God and His

stood below in the beginning of the building boom that was

Word, or want to parent their children. We don’t have the

to become the Anthem community. There was something

luxury of a ‘throw-away Sunday.’ Every single one matters.”

very special about the experience, and as he looked over the valleys below, he and Dale said a prayer, asking God to bless

Like any family, they have had their challenges and growing

the community. To this day, Bob still becomes visibly moved

pains. Most recently, Janet has suffered from a rare, non-

when he thinks back to that day. It was the day he felt a

contagious but serious bacterial respiratory infection called

strong calling to establish a church for the people of Anthem,

mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) that has slowed her

Desert Hills and New River. The two collected a bucket of

down, but has not dampened her spirit. Today, their lives are

rocks from the top of the mountain, and would later give out

very much true to whom they were when they married so

rocks to their friends as a visible reminder to pray for God’s

many years ago. They are anchored to God and centered on

blessing on this new community of Anthem.

their children and grandchildren, and Bob’s ministry.

On Christmas Eve of 1999, Bob and Dale started non-

Their oldest son, Jason, is a marketing consultant. He is

denominational Arizona Hills Community Church and began

married to Melinda and they have three girls, a five-year-old

preaching at the Pioneer Village Opera House. In a few

and 18-month-old twins. Janelle , a photographer, is married

months the church, moved to Anthem School and became

to Jason (Zeller), a firefighter/paramedic with the Glendale

the first church officially meeting in Anthem. In 2001, with

Fire Department, and they have two boys and two girls.

two children in high school and two already graduated, they

Jeremy is the general manager of a wrought iron design and

moved to Anthem, where just a handful of houses were

manufacturing company, married to Lorie, and they have

completed and a trip to the grocery store was a major trek.

a boy and a girl, with grandchild number 12 on the way.

Boulder Creek High School was not yet built, so each school

Joshua is in medical school. He married Becca, who is a

day the students drove to Goldwater High School.

cheerleading and dance coach. They have eight-month-old twins—a boy and a girl.

A few years later, Boulder Creek High School was made available for their Sunday services, and they have been

All of the Lehman children still live in the area, and get

meeting there ever since. They’ve been great stewards of

together when they can. Their family ties are strong, built on

the facilities, bringing in volunteers and landscaping, and

a solid foundation.

also building planters for special-needs students. They even earned a Pride Award for community involvement from the

Life is full, and the Lehmans spend every day appreciating

school district.

their blessings, reaching out whenever they can with a smile, a kind word, or some other heart-felt connection.

They’ve been with the community as it has grown, and they’ve walked with people through the recession, guiding

“People will see what you do, and if they look only a little

them through difficult times as some of their church family

farther, they will see the heart,” Bob said candidly. “It’s long-

lost much of what they owned. They have held people’s

lasting if it’s a matter of the heart.”

hands in happy times and down dark paths, showing them that it’s not the physical things, but the eternal things that really matter.

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Janet nodded and added, “We’re in it for the long term.”

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Youth

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Established in Anthem only three years ago, the Musical Theatre of Anthem, a non-profit 501(c)(3) performing arts organization, has already garnered a slew of well-deserved nominations and awards during its short history. MTA can claim bragging rights for recently receiving sixteen nominations for ariZoni Awards of Excellence and winning five National Youth Arts Awards.

ariZoni Nominations for Awards of Excellence The ariZoni Theatre Awards is a not-for-profit organization devoted to promoting the visibility and growth of theater in the Valley of the Sun and Maricopa County. MTA has been nominated for several productions for its 2010-2011 season, including

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Overall Production and Director for the youth musical “Peter Pan.” In addition, nominations were received for Overall Production for “Disney’s Jungle Book Kids,” and Director for “Honk! Jr.” Winners will be announced at a special awards ceremony on September 19.

MTA’s ariZoni total nominations are: Overall Production - Youth Musical: Peter Pan Overall Production - Youth Musical: Disney’s The Jungle Book Kids Director - Youth Musical: Peter Pan Laura O’Meara, Sherry Henderson Director - Youth Musical: Honk! Jr. - Laura O’Meara Music Director - Youth Theatre: Peter Pan Jackie Hammond, Kevin Kozacek

Music Director - Youth Theatre: Honk! Jr. - Jackie Hammond Music Director - Youth Theatre: Once on This Island Jr. - Jackie Hammond Choreographer - Youth Theatre: Peter Pan - Sherry Henderson Choreographer - Youth Theatre: Honk! Jr. - Sherry Henderson Scenic Design - Youth Theatre: Honk! Jr. - Matt Wessel, Jeff Hammond, Mike Toussaint Sound Design - Youth Theatre: Peter Pan - Keith Huff Sound Design - Youth Theatre: Once on This Island Jr. - Caleb Sellers Properties Design - Youth Theatre: Honk! Jr. - Jennifer Bowman, Teresa Long Guest Actor - Youth Musical: Peter Pan - Allison Houston Guest Actor - Youth Musical: Peter Pan - K.C. Lindley Guest Actor - Youth Musical: Peter Pan - Matt Newhard “We are thrilled to have received nominations for all of our shows of the 2010-2011 season,” said Jackie Hammond, MTA’s Producing Artistic Director. “In addition, all aspects of the performance portions were nominated – directing, music directing, and choreography. Our cast members should be very proud that they were recognized in all three areas.”

National Youth Arts Awards The National Youth Arts Awards honor outstanding work by youth in the arts. Musical Theatre of Anthem has received five National Youth Arts Awards, out of eight nominations, for the 2010-2011 season, including Outstanding Production and Ensemble for “Honk! Jr.” “I am so proud of our cast members for all of their hard work, and grateful to our wonderful production staff,” said Jackie Hammond. In the past two seasons, MTA has been nominated for twenty NYA Awards and has won eight.

MTA’s National Youth Arts Awards and nominations are: Outstanding Production - Junior Division: Honk! Lead Actress in a Musical: Megan Mahoney as Peter Pan Lead Actress - Junior Division: Maggie Eley as Ugly in Honk! Supporting Actress - Junior Division: Maddie Lopez as The Cat in Honk! Ensemble - Junior Division: Honk!

Additional Nominations: Lead Actress - Junior Division: Taylor Ellsworth as Ti Moune in Once On This Island Supporting Actor - Junior Division: Corbin Blair as Bullfrog in Honk! Supporting Actress - Junior Division: Madeline Wessel as Bullfrog in Honk! Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA)’s mission is to develop youth and adults within the field of performing arts, while enhancing their intrinsic creativity and brokering their vast talents. MTA’s principles include casting all who audition in select productions, presenting high-quality shows that everyone can enjoy, and providing a positive environment where performers can practice teamwork and communication skills while experiencing the pride of accomplishment. MTA kicks off its fourth season with “13, The Musical” from September 28 through October 1, and “Disney’s Aladdin Jr.” from October 13 through 16 at Boulder Creek High School Mini-Auditorium. Auditions will take place August 20-21 in Anthem. 602-743-9892; musicaltheatreofanthem@gmail.com www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org

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Keaghan Symmonds reaches out to The Tumbleweed Center By Stephanie Maher Palenque We see evidence over and over again of parents who teach their children through example. When local scout, Keaghan Symmonds, was tasked with choosing a meaningful leadership service project for Eagle Scouts, it is no surprise that he reached out to homeless and disadvantaged youth. And through the Tumbleweed Center he found a perfect vehicle for his outreach. For years, Keaghan has watched his mother, Barbara, an RN at a local emergency department, care for homeless people, including some young people. Barbara explains, “They often have filthy clothes and socks and shoes that are falling apart. I collect clean used runners from my gym and bring them into work so there are some to hand out.” So, when Keaghan set out on his quest to find a non-profit organization in need of assistance, The Tumbleweed Center jumped out at him. Keaghan shares, “I want to help kids who are less fortunate than me.”

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Keaghan has chosen to collect personal care items for The Tumbleweed Center, which is a non-profit agency that was founded in 1972 to provide emergency services and shelter for runaway youth. Their mission is to serve abandoned, abused, neglected, and troubled youth. They assist these youth in increasing their potential, personal and social skills; and they create opportunities for them to become self-directed, socially-responsible, and productive members of society. Keaghan’s goal is to help the Center by collecting mainly hygiene items such as deodorant, soap, shampoo, hair-care products, shaving supplies, new socks and underwear, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and feminine hygiene products. Barbara shares, “Because they are a not-for-profit they rely on public donations, and with the economy the way it is, the Center needs donations now more than ever. The circumstances that some of these kids have had to endure would break your heart. We are proud of Keaghan for wanting to help The Tumbleweed Center, and the youths whom they serve.” The Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project is a requirement on the part of an Eagle Scout, and represents the culmination of the Eagle Scout candidate’s leadership training. It takes much planning, development, and hard work on the part of the Eagle Scout. Throughout the project, the Scout must demonstrate leadership of others and provide service to a worthy institution other than the Boy Scouts. Keaghan and the team of scouts under his leadership, will be placing collection boxes at both CVS locations in Anthem, as well as Walgreen’s in Anthem, the Dollar Store, and More, on the West side of Anthem (42407 N. Vision Way, across the street from Wal Mart). The receptacles will be placed in the stores from September 17th to October 1st. Scouts will be manning the collection boxes on September 24th from 9am until noon.

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because this year’s team is focused on making this season a winning season, as well as making it to the playoffs.” This year’s team is anchored by four seniors: Kaitlin Trujillo, Maisy Munson, Felicia Zerwas, and Haley Owen who continue to play the role of “player coaches” on the court. These ladies will lead the team to many victories because of their discipline, effort, and attitudes on and off the court. Knowing that a team sport cannot rely solely on a few players, the coach is developing several other girls who are showing great potential to make the varsity starting lineup. The coach expects to see every player improve their game because of the level of competition that they will be facing.

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Women’s Volleyball Is Scoring for Boulder Creek

are students first and athletes second. She requires an academic study hall for all of her players so that each player will have a chance to balance academics and sports. Also, the coach believes in community service. The team, each year, participates in a breast cancer awareness fundraising event known as “Dig Pink.” These values are what make up a stronger team. The coaches emphasize the importance of winning with honor, discipline, courage, and industriousness when playing a team sport. With many changes facing the ladies’ volleyball team,

The sporting terms: serve, set, dig, spike, kill, side

there is a desire to win, which the coach has expressed

out, and score can only mean that women’s volleyball

emphatically: “This year’s prospective athletes, who

season is just around the corner. These terms have

have shown an incredible amount of dedication and

been shouted out throughout the summer at various

passion to their sport and team, is unlike any I have

training camps and matches. This season begins with

worked with before,” Coach Widhalm stated. This

the ladies finding themselves playing in Division I

is a true compliment to her players and each of the

against teams that they have never faced in league play.

players is optimistic about what this year’s team can

The players will need to make adjustments for each

accomplish.

team as the season progresses, according to Head Coach Sarah Widhalm.

Therefore, let the words: serve, set, dig, spike, kill, side out, and score ring out loud and clear for the ladies’

Head Coach Widhalm says, “We are excited about

volleyball team. This team is ready to take on any team

moving up into the “Big League” because it will only

that takes the court against them. Have a great season,

improve the development of the volleyball program

ladies!

at Boulder Creek. The ladies are up to the challenge

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Community

Aqua-Tots Hosts “Swim For a Cause”

Aqua-Tots, North Phoenix hosted a “Swim For a Cause” event the weekend of August 13-14 and raised close to $800 for United Cerebral Palsy in a three-hour period. A total of 15 swimmers participated in the event. Each swimmer received a certificate of participation after their swim and enjoyed some well-deserved cookies, muffins, and lemonade. Smaller children participated in group swimming lessons for the Cause, and older children enjoyed a Strokes Development class as well as a lap swim competition for the Cause. After strokes camp and lap swim, kids had fun at open swim and trying the rope-climbing competition. “It was a blast,” stated Teresa Byerly, Vice President Aqua Tots North Phoenix, “We only wish more people could have joined in on the fun and in supporting UCP!” Aqua Tots North Phoenix is conveniently located at 1930 W Pinnacle Peak Road, in Phoenix. The indoor swimming facility is perfectly designed for introducing children to water and the importance of water safety, as well as teaching all levels of swimmers. 623-879-7408 www.aqua-tots.com

Musical Theatre of Anthem Congratulations to the Musical Theater of Anthem for collecting five National Youth Arts Awards for the 2010-2011 season, including Outstanding Production and Ensemble for Honk! Jr. National Youth Arts honors outstanding work by youth in the arts across the nation. The organization has also been nominated for an amazing 16 ariZoni Theatre Awards of Excellence for the 2010-2011 season, including Overall Production-Youth Musical for Peter Pan and Disney’s Jungle Book Kids, and Director-Youth Musical for Peter Pan and Honk! Jr. Winners will be announced at a special awards ceremony on September 19. www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org

Carefree Cave Creek Chamber support Food Bank The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce has collected more than 520 pounds of food, twentyfive cases of water, and more than $750 in donations for Cave Creek’s Foothills Food Bank during their recent food drive. In the photograph Pam DiPietro (left) of the Foothills Food Bank is shown along with Chamber member Stephenie Hebert (center), and Chamber Director Mary Livingston as the food is checked in for the non-profit organization, which provides assistance to families throughout Carefree, Cave Creek and the NE Valley. www.carefreecavecreek.org www.foothillsfoodbank.com

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DMFD Division Chief Receives Scholarship On July 27th, 2011, at The Arizona Fire Chiefs Association Conference held in Glendale, Daisy Mountain Fire Department Division Chief Danny Johnson was awarded a two-year scholarship to Columbia Southern University. Chief Johnson had submitted an essay to the Arizona Fire Chiefs Association on the “Importance of the scholarship to his personal and professional career”. Candidates turned in essays to the AZFCA in May and the final two candidates were reviewed and selected by Columbia Southern University. Upon completion of the two-year program, Chief Johnson will graduate with a Bachelors Degree in Fire Science. Congratulations to Chief Johnson on receiving this scholarship and for his continued commitment to serving his community through his work at DMFD.

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Arts Council of the North Valley Announces New Executive Director The Arts Council of the North Valley (ACNV), an organization committed to supporting the cultural and artistic community of the region, announced on September 1st the appointment of its new Executive Director, Jon Meyer. “We are very excited to have someone of Jon’s caliber leading our organization. His wealth of non-profit management experience and commitment to development will be invaluable in our ongoing efforts to effectively achieve our mission,” said ACNV Board President Becky MacMillan. “The arts in the North Valley have so much to offer our communities,” said Meyers, “and we are on the cusp of even greater growth in programming, quality, and community engagement. I look forward to being a part of the tremendous accomplishments to come by guiding ACNV’s activities in support of vibrant arts performances, presentation, and education throughout the region.” Prior to joining ACNV, Jon served as Executive Director of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Desert Mountain States chapter. His background in the non-profit sector spans more than 20 years, having held positions with, among others, Arizona State University and the ASU Foundation; Thunderbird School of Global Management; and Ronald McDonald House Charities, including the position as CEO of RMHC of Southern California in Pasadena. Jon is a graduate of Santa Clara University with degrees in Theatre Arts and History. He lives with his wife and three sons in Anthem, Arizona. www.acnv.org

Studying Jewelry, Helping Children Andrew Z (of Andrew Z Diamonds & Fine Jewelry and his son, Scott, spent a few days in Nashville, Tennessee attending an Independent Jewelers conference. The conference provided Andrew and Scott the opportunity to attend professional seminars, as well as to work with jewelry designers and manufacturers on new jewelry fashions for the upcoming Christmas season. While there, Andrew donated a considerable amount of gold, along with fellow jewelers, so that they could help St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. St. Jude is the only pediatric cancer research center where families never pay for treatment not covered by insurance. No child is ever denied treatment because of the family’s inability to pay. 623-551-6892 www.andrewzdiamonds.com

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Starlight Community Theater Awards Winners and Nominations Starlight Community Theater is proud to announce the following awards and nominations for the 2010 2011 Sixth Annual National Youth Arts Awards that was held August 21st at the Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix. Awards: Supporting Actor in a Musical: Josh McWhortor as Leaf Coneybear “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” Ensemble: “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” Nominations: Lead Actor – Junior Division: Spencer Gibson as George – “The Emperor’s New Clothes” Connor Johnson as Fred – “The Emperor’s New Clothes” Griffin LeBlanc as Emperor – “The Emperor’s New Clothes” Lead Actress – Junior Division: Alexandra Marie Barnes as Anastasia – “The Emperor’s New Clothes” Samantha Bennett as Miss Adelaide – “Guys and Dolls, Jr.” Mariella De Angelis as Miss Adelaide – “Guys and Dolls, Jr.” Peyton Wayne as Sarah Brown – “Guys and Dolls, Jr.” Supporting Actress in a Musical: Carly Christensen as Olive Ostrovsky – “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” Leigh Treat as Marcy Park – “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” Supporting Actress – Junior Division: Lilly LeBlanc as Zella Bella – “The Emperor’s New Clothes” Ashlyn Torman as Empress – “The Emperor’s New Clothes” Ensemble - Junior Division: The Emperor’s New Clothes Starlight Community Theater is also proud to announce the following nominations from the 2010-2011 Season for the 21st Annual AriZoni Theatre Awards of Excellence: Lilly LeBlanc for Actress In A Supporting Role – Youth Play, “The Emperor’s New Clothes” Alexandra Barnes for Actress In A Major Role – Youth Play, “The Emperor’s New Clothes Spencer Gibson for Actor In A Major Role – Youth Play, “The Emperor’s New Clothes” Connor Johnson for Actor In A Major Role – Youth Play, “The Emperor’s New Clothes” Courtney Hullihen&Wyatt Johnson, Original Script–Youth Play, “The Emperor’s New Clothes” Annie Braslawsce for Guest Actor – Youth Musical, “Bye Bye Birdie” Janne’ Maitem for Guest Actor – Youth Musical, “Bye Bye Birdie” Ken Hansen for Guest Actor – Youth Musical, “Bye Bye Birdie” The 21st Annual AriZoni Awards Ceremony will be on Monday, September 19th at the Tempe Center for The Arts. www.starlightcommunitytheater.org sept em ber 2 0 1 1

Desert Foothills Theater Earns Thirty-Two ariZoni Award Nominations The nominees for the prestigious ariZoni Theatre Awards of Excellence have been announced and Desert Foothills Theater (DFT), a division of the Foothills Community Foundation, earned thirty-two nominations for its 2010-2011 season. Since the 1993-1994 season, DFT has received 120 ariZoni nominations and twenty-four ariZoni awards. “We’re so proud and honored to have worked with twenty-three outstanding theater professionals who deserve the credit for these nominations, many of whom received multiple nominations,” said Meribeth Reeves, DFT managing director. “They range from actors, directors, and choreographers to lighting and sound, costume, and set designers. The nineteen nominations our adult theater has received are the most acquired since I have worked with DFT. And, our technicians have received more nominations than in the past. We are particularly excited about our youth theater nominations. This is only the second year DFT Gecko Teatro has been adjudicated.” www.desertfoothillstheater.com

EVENTS September 8-18 Free Pandora Bracelet Event Andrew Z Diamonds & Fine Jewelry is having a Pandora Bead & Bracelet Event from September 8 through September 18. Customers who purchase $75.00 or more of Pandora jewelry will receive a free Pandora clasp bracelet valued at $65.00. This offer is only good while supplies last and are limited to one per customer. Andrew Z Diamonds & Fine Jewelry is located in the Anthem Safeway shopping center next to State Farm Insurance. 623-551-6892 www.andrewzdiamonds.com

September 16 Jaguar Hoedown Homecoming Dance The Boulder Creek High School Homecoming Festivities will be in full swing Friday, September 16th at the homecoming dance. Beginning at 7:00pm and concluding at 10:00pm at the High School Gym, students are encouraged to dress in Western attire to support the Hoedown theme. Tickets are available in advance at The Spot for $10 or $15 at the door.

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September 17 Multi-Family Yard Sale As the saying goes, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. And while there will not literally be any trash, there are certainly going to be some treasures at this multifamily yard sale, supporting the Boulder Creek High School girls volleyball program. More than thirty families will be contributing an array of goodies to the stash ensuring that there will be something for everyone at a great price. The event will be taking place at the north end of the Boulder Creek High School staff

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parking lot from 7:30am to Noon. So come along and collect a treasure or two in support of this worthy cause.

September 24 & 25 Pioneer Family Weekend

Come to the Pioneer Living History Museum (PLHM) and see all of the renovations taking place to make this an even greater place in which to experience life in the Arizona Territory as it was from 1862 to 1912. The Opera House has just had a “facelift” and new sidewalks throughout the Village make almost all areas easily accessible. Several buildings have new paint and there will be new skits by the Guns of Pioneer in the recently “spruced-up” Ciganville Stage-area. Sing along with our Pioneer Musicians; watch as Pioneer craftsmen impress you with their creative skills; spend some time in Village homes and buildings, visiting with our knowledgeable docents; and take a ride on the Pioneer Trolley. Come Saturday to watch the Fast Draw Competition. It’s going to be a great weekend at PLHM, so don’t let your family miss this monthly event, specifically designed to create lasting memories for everyone in your family: adults, children, and the young-atheart. Pioneer Living History Museum is located off I-17 at Pioneer exit 225. It is just south of Daisy Mountain and north of Carefree Highway. Open daily; Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00AM to 4:00PM; entrance fees are $7.00 for adults, $5.00 for students 5-17 years, $6.00 for seniors 60+. Children under 5 years of age are free. 623-465-1052 www.pioneeraz.org

September 24 Tyler Fiore remembers sister with a free concert Tyler Fiore has had a tumultuous year, starting with the passing of his thirteen-year-old sister, Alicia Rose, who had Spina Bifida. After going on to be named 2011 Phoenix Music Pop Artist of the Year in April he soon began talks with a record label to take his career to the next level. Tyler is planning on honoring two of his life’s greatest loves – his sister, and his music, and organizing a spectacular concert with the Spina Bifida Foundation in order to honor his sister’s memory. He will be performing some of his original music, songs by Alicia’s favorite singers, and songs that he wrote when Alicia passed away. Tyler shares, “Alicia was loved by so many people, the concert is a celebration of her life and a way to raise funds for and bring awareness to the Spina Bifida Foundation. She was my #1 fan and it doesn’t feel right performing without her being involved in some way.” This will be Tyler’s first time performing since his sister passed away. Please join him for this free concert (donations highly encouraged) to honor Alicia Rose’s memory and bring awareness to this cause. The concert is September 24th at the Tempe Center for the Arts. Doors open at 6pm. R.S.V.P. with names to concert4alicia@gmail.com; www.sbaaz.org; Tempe Center for the Arts 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe.

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September 25 Fall Wine and Jazz Festival at el Pegregal For many who visit the el Pedregal Shops and Dining at the Boulders Resort in Scottsdale (34505 North Scottsdale Road), there is a bit of history involved. Whether we visited on our first trip to Arizona, or we bring our own visitors to experience the wonderful shops and dining, or we just enjoy being surrounded by the 12 million year-old-rock formations while we are there. Well, starting in late September, a bit of history will repeat itself, in the form of the annual Fall Wine and Jazz Festival. The festival features live music, distinctive shopping, beautiful galleries and refreshing wines every Sunday, beginning September 25th, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. The concert lineup is impressive and includes R&B artist and winner of the Phoenix Music Awards, “Mother’s Favorite Child,” “new generation guitar hero,” Anthony Mazzella; Latin and American jazz saxophone player David Marq; R&B, soul and Motown band, “Silhouette;” and contemporary string group, “Urban Quartet.” Plan ahead to fill your fall Sunday afternoons with a bit of culture and beauty! The event is free to attend, and food and wine tasting tickets are available to purchase. 480-488-1072; www.elpedregal.com

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September 28 Athletes for a Cure Athletes for a Cure, a program of the Prostate Cancer Foundation, is a fundraising and awareness program to assist individual athletes in their quest to raise money for better treatment for prostate cancer. Dr. Brian Hester of Back to Health Chiropractic in Anthem is hosting a fundraiser for this cause on September 28 from 5:00-8:00pm at Plaza Bonito, Carefree Highway and 27th Avenue in Tramonto. Dr. Hester will participate in the Athletes for a Cure Ironman in Tempe to benefit prostate cancer, and he needs to raise $2,500 by November 1st. He is committed to complete the grueling 2.4-mile swim and the 112-mile bike tour, followed by a 26.2-mile run. His ambitious goal is to finish the Ironman in less than 13 hours! “I am committed to the race and this cause,” Brian declared. “I hope that you will support me in reaching my goals. How can you help? Just log onto the link below to make a donation. All donations help!” 623-680-4496 www.athletesforacure.org/ima2011/brianhester

EV ENT S September 28-October 1st MTA Season Opener Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) opens their fourth season with the musical production of “13, The Musical,” a grown-up story about growing up. With an unforgettable rock score from Tony award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown, “13” is a hilarious, high-energy musical about discovering that “cool” is where you find it, and sometimes where you least expect it. The show’s contemporary-pop score is performed by 35 talented vocalists from all around the Valley, ages 13-16, accompanied by a live rock band. “13 is one of the best shows written,” said producer and vocal director Jackie Hammond. “It’s funny and light-hearted, but it also sends a message that what we go through at age 13 doesn’t necessarily define us. As one of the closing numbers states, “We all have ‘a little more homework’ to do.” Performances take place on September 28 – October 1 at 7:00pm, and October 1 at 3:00pm at Boulder Creek High School’s Mini-Auditorium, 40404 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy in Anthem. Tickets may be purchased online. All tickets are $13. Because this show is about 13-year-olds and the “drama” they face, it is rated PG and parental guidance is suggested. www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org

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September 30 & October 1 Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs Come on September 30th at 7:00pm, and October 1st at 2:00pm or 7:00pm, to Cross of Christ Church. Nineteen very talented and delightful children will bring the classic fairy tale “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” to life. All of our old friends, plus a few new ones, are here in this marvelous musical adaptation. We’ll meet the captivating Princess Snow White, the prince, the evil queen, and, of course, the seven mischievous dwarfs. There’s also a hilarious palace cat and an enchanted vixen — a fox, you could say! Following the traditional storyline, the fairy tale is brought to life with an eclectic score of toe-tapping tunes. Tickets are available at the Anthem Community Center, or from a cast member, and cost $5 for children, and $8 in advance ($10 at the door) for adults.

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October 6-9 Willy Wonka Award-winning Starlight Community Theater has brought together talented actors of all ages for their Fall Musical, “Willy Wonka!” “We are very proud to offer a multi-generational show for the entire family,” says co-founder Pat Bennett. It’s everybody’s non-pollutionary, anti-institutionary, pro-confectionary Factory of Fun! Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the World-Famous Candy Man, and his quest to find an heir, comes to life in this stage adaptation of Charlie and The Chocolate Factory. Augustus Gloop, Mike Teavee, Veruca Salt, Violet Beauregarde, and of course Charlie Bucket, all find their Golden Tickets, and embark upon the adventure of a lifetime! The show features songs from the classic family film including “Pure Imagination,” “The Candy Man,” “Cheer Up Charlie,” and “Oompa Loompa.” Many pre-show surprises await those who come early. Performances will be held at the Boulder Creek High School Performing Arts Center Main Stage. Tickets are available on line, $15 for adults and $12 for students.

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October 8 Anthem Goes Green It may not be spring, but now is a great time to go green and clean out your garage, attic, or storage space in time to recycle, shred, and donate anything you don’t want to keep at Anthem’s fall Go Green event. On Saturday, October 8, 8:00am to 2:00pm in the Anthem Community Center parking lot, representatives from recycling companies, a shredding company, and the Big Brothers and Big Sisters foundation will collect items to recycle and reuse. Shred It will provide secure destruction of household sensitive materials including bank statements, check stubs, and credit card offers. Big Brothers and Big Sisters will assist residents with clothing donations and will provide donation receipts for tax purposes. Acceptable items include clothing for men, women, children, toddlers, and infants; towels, curtains, and linens; shoes; stuffed animals; and small household items such as lamps, décor, picture frames, and small appliances. Representatives from Allied Waste, Westech Recyclers, and Transchem will be on hand to recycle old cell phones, computers, printers, televisions, microwaves, paint, and more (a full list of items that are accepted to be recycled is available online). To complement the earth-friendly tone of this event, Solar Ambassadors from APS’s Arizona SmartPower will be there to provide information about solar energy and why you should be a part of the Arizona Solar Challenge. 623-742-6050; www.OnlineAtAnthem.com.

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October 8th Break the Fast Dinner The North Valley Jewish Community Association asks all interested parties to join them for a traditional Break the Fast dinner on Saturday October 8, 2011. The Dinner will commence at 5:30pm at the Anthem Country Club Ironwood Ballroom. The dinner is $25.00 per Person Inclusive and $13.00 per Child Inclusive, ages three to ten years old. Anthem Country Club Members are asked to place reservations to attend this dinner by calling the Country Club directly. Non-Members are asked to contact Fran Kesselman.

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October 13-16 MTA Aladdin Jr. Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) announces its upcoming production of the tuneful Disney hit “Aladdin Jr.” Filled with magic, mayhem, and carpet rides, this musical favorite features an Academy award-winning score with songs including “A Whole New World” and “Friend Like Me.” Join the cast of 56 area youth, ages 6-12, in Agrabah, City of Enchantment, where every beggar has a story and every camel has a tail! “With over-the-top characters and lessons about following your heart, “Aladdin, Jr.” promises to be a great time for people of all ages,” said director, vocal director, and choreographer, Shawna Quain Weitekamp. “I am excited to take something from my childhood and bring it to life on stage.” Performances take place on October 13, 14 and 15 at 7:00pm, and October 15 and 16 at 3:00pm at Boulder Creek High School’s Mini-Auditorium, 40404 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway in Anthem. Tickets may be purchased online. Adult tickets are $18 and Students, Seniors, and Children 12 and under are $15. www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org

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November 5th St. Rose Partners With Market on the Move (MOM) On Saturday, November 5th from 8:00am to 1:00pm, until the first Saturday of May 2012, St. Rose will team up with Market on the Move (MOM) in distributing fresh fruits and vegetables to the community. Under this program, a family can get up to 60 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables for a $10 donation. One of the many objectives that St. Rose has is to share the produce with family, friends, and neighbors. St. Rose Pastor Mark Harrington explains, “Providing service to those in need is one of our primary goals.” In addition, the Parish also wants to bring awareness to the importance of healthy eating, as research shows that diagnosis of Type II Diabetes is on the rise in children and younger adults. The Market on the Move, MOM was created in order to respond to the challenging economy that we are currently experiencing. MOM provides a ‘farmers’ market’ atmosphere at various distribution centers throughout the Metro Phoenix area, as well as in Tucson. All the fruits and vegetables are fresh and FDA-inspected and approved. St. Rose encourages everyone to support this program and share information on MOM. The parish is grateful to the volunteers who have made commitments to make the local MOM launch and subsequent events a great success. St. Rose is located at 2825 W. Rose Canyon Circle in Anthem. If you are interested in volunteering, please call Nick or Tess Bello at 623-640-4961 or email Nick at ntbello@q.com or Heather Peltier, at 623-465-9740 x 109.

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ROUND-UP WEEKEND It’s almost October – one of the best months of the year in Arizona. Cool temperatures mean we can finally enjoy opening windows to let in the cool breezes and partake in outdoor events again. One huge event to look forward to is the annual Rotary Roundup, which this year has expanded from an evening event to a whole weekend of cowboy and cowgirl fun. Lots of good food and entertainment are on hand as the Daisy Mountain Veterans and ProMusica Arizona team up with the Rotary for this spectacular fundraising event. All proceeds from the Rotary Roundup go directly to support the Rotary Club of Anthem’s charitable giving programs.

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The public is invited to three special events under the Rotary tent in the Anthem Community Park:

Friday, October 14 The Daisy Mountain Veterans will host an evening of Bingo gaming fun. Early-bird bingo starts at 6:30pm ($3.00) and regular bingo will begin at 7:00pm. The opening packet cost is $15.00.

Saturday, October 15 On Saturday evening, October 15, from 5:30 to 9:30pm, the now-famous Rotary Roundup will take place. Wear your best cowboy attire and sample some delicious BBQ and fixin’s at The Wild Bunch Catering chuck wagon. The rousing country music of Chevellon will have you tapping your toes and lifting your heels for some good old-fashioned dancing and yee-hawing. The Rotary Roundup is noted for its fabulous silent and live auctions, where all sorts of wonderful items like jewelry, tools, and travel deals are offered up. Tickets for the Rotary Roundup are $30 per person in advance and $40 per person at the door. Tickets are available through Anthem Rotarians and local businesses. For a complete list of business selling tickets, go to www.anthemrotary.org.

Sunday, October 16 On Sunday afternoon at 1:00pm, ProMusica Arizona will host a Kids Octoberfest afternoon with hot dogs and root beer. Families are invited to enjoy the Youth Orchestra performing dance music through the ages. There is no cost for the performance. “We are grateful to Larry Miller Toyota who serves as our Gold Sponsor for this year’s Roundup,” notes Larry Kitchen, Roundup organizer. “We hope additional businesses will join the fun and sponsor a Roundup Table.” Those interested in sponsoring the event or purchasing a Roundup Table should go to the Anthem Rotary website for additional information or contact Roundup event organizer, Larry Kitchens at 734-635-6756. “This year, we thought it would be helpful to find ways to raise awareness of other important organizations in Anthem,” Kitchens said. Because the white tent is raised a full day prior to our Roundup event, we looked

into ways to expand its use. We are thrilled to see that the Daisy Mountain Veterans and ProMusic Arizona will use our tent for their special events.” Rotary of Anthem Chartered in April 2003, the Rotary of Anthem is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization serving the communities of Anthem, New River, and Desert Hills. The Roundup is one of two major fundraising events the Rotary holds annually, adding approximately $16,000 to the charitable giving fund. The Rotary also holds the annual golf tournament in May and hosts the beer garden at Anthem events throughout the year. www.anthemrotary.org ProMusica Arizona ProMusica Arizona (PMAZ) is a volunteer organization dedicated to bringing fine music to Phoenix. PMAZ consists of more than 120 musicians who come from all over the Phoenix area. Volunteers donate more than 18,000 hours to five major concerts and many outreach concerts each season. In 2010, the group started a youth division, and in the upcoming concert season, there will be more than 60 students in a youth orchestra and choir. 623-465-4650; www.promusicaaz.org Daisy Mountain Veterans Daisy Mountain Veterans is an alliance of the members of American Legion Post 128, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 12031, and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 128 – representatives of our nation’s largest organizations of veterans. The Daisy Mountain Veterans organize a pancake breakfast, a sidewalk sale, and sell t-shirts to raise funds for their charitable giving programs in support of veterans and their families. They are most recognized for hosting the annual Veterans Day Parade in Anthem, the largest veterans parade in the state. The organization also hosts the Memorial Day family picnic and Friday night bingo. Meetings are held the second Thursday of each month at the Outlets at Anthem, Suite 545. www.daisymtvets.org

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September Apple Award Winner: Diamond Canyonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mandarin Program

Excellence in Education

Writer Amanda Christmann Larson Photography By Brenna Photography

Children hold the key to our future. We are fortunate in the North Valley to have many outstanding public, charter and private schools to help our children reach their full potential by providing top-notch educational opportunities. ImagesAZ wants to recognize some of the most unique and creative teachers and programs in our schools. Each month, we will be recognizing a teacher or program nominated by people or organizations within the community with our Apple Award. The educators we feature are dedicated individuals whose commitment to their students is admirable and inspirational. They represent their school, their community, and also the thousands of other teachers who strive each day to make a difference.

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September Apple Award Winner: Diamond Canyon’s Mandarin Program Consider for a moment the advances in technology over the last 20 years. In 1991, pagers were all the rage. Telephones were connected to kitchen walls, and “coverage” meant buying a 25-foot cord instead of a 10-foot cord. Computers were relatively new, and were mostly used for word processing. A great new thing called the World Wide Web was just starting to connect people, allowing pictures and words to flow between cities, states, and even countries, as fast as the dial-up Internet could carry them. Next, consider technology today. Children in remote areas can learn from teachers thousands of miles away, in real time, through tele-education. Companies can employ the best and the brightest from multiple countries, and they can all work together on the same projects without leaving their homes. Doctors can consult specialists from thousands of miles away during procedures thanks to tele-medicine. Our world has become truly global, all within 20 years. Now consider technology 20 years from now. Where will we be? How will future entrepreneurs, physicians, teachers, government officials, and people in other sectors be communicating and operating, thanks to changes in technology? The answers aren’t clear, but what is certain is that our children need to be prepared for an even bigger global boom. The biggest emerging players in the global game are China and India; yet very few American children know how to speak their languages. In fact, only 31% of American elementary schools report teaching a foreign language. In contrast, in China, there are 200 million students learning English - a required course in all schools - and 873 million native speakers. Last year, $456 billion (with a “b”) in goods was passed back and forth between the United States and China in 2010. They are our biggest trade partner, yet the second languages of choice in most schools are Spanish and French. In order to be competitive, we need to take a second look at how we are preparing our children. Diamond Canyon Elementary (along with Gavilan Peak Elementary, and this year, Boulder Creek High School) has joined an elite network of 369 Confucius Classrooms in 96 countries that are providing high-quality Mandarin language education to their students. The Confucius Classroom program provides additional funding that allows teachers to develop the curriculum and purchase supplies for the school language programs.

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University’s

acceptance of differences is a core value of the

Confucius Classroom and Chinese Flagship program,

school’s well-balanced, whole-child approach to

the Mandarin Project at Diamond Canyon is overseen

teaching. “It’s a good example for the kids to learn

by third-grade teacher Mindi Wagner. Three teachers,

that people can embrace each other’s differences.

carefully screened and trained through Arizona State

They come to understand that we are different, and

University’s Confucius partnership program with

it’s ok to be different,” said LeCount.

partnership

with

Arizona

State

several different Chinese universities, have joined the staff. Funded through a grant, the three teach

For the first four days of school this year, Diamond

all students in kindergarten through sixth grade

Canyon students had another special treat. Twelve

the Mandarin Chinese language and culture for 45

students and six advisors came from China to spend

minutes each day. Seventh and eighth-graders can

time at the school and with Anthem families to get

elect to take Mandarin as an exploratory course as

a taste of American life. LeCount said it was a great

well, and about 40 children have signed up.

experience for all of the students and teachers involved. The visit fueled enthusiasm for Mandarin

“I think it’s a fantastic program, and Mindi Wagner has

language education and cultural exchange in students

done a great job overseeing it,” said Diamond Canyon

and teachers alike.

Principal Tara LeCount. “We want to make sure our kids are prepared for their future—not just for the world as it

What impressed the Chinese students and teachers the

is today, but how it will be when they are the business

most was the way teachers and students interact with

leaders and workers.”

each other at Diamond Canyon. “They said they loved the feel of our campus,” said LeCount. “Two of them

Since the program was started two years ago, the

separately told me they loved the ‘family feel’ of our

students have embraced it. “It’s a difficult language,

school. People care about each other here, and it shows.”

but it’s one the kids have loved learning,” said LeCount. “It’s incredible how fast kids in K-8 can pick it up. When

Mandarin teacher Jilian Niu began teaching at the

adults try to learn Mandarin, they have a very hard

school during the last week of August. She is from a

time pronouncing things correctly and remembering.

city near Beijing, China’s capital city. She will be staying

The kids, however, really pick it up quickly.”

with a host family in Anthem for one year, teaching at the school five days a week and spending her time off

Learning an important language isn’t the only thing students are getting out of the course. Promoting

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Outdoors

Writer Jeffrey Cody

IT’S A NEW SEASON OF FUN AND ADVENTURE AT CAVE CREEK REGIONAL PARK School is in full swing and so are the programs at Cave Creek Regional Park. Park Ranger Sarah Steele will be offering a variety of programs for

the young and the young-at-heart. Join Ranger Sarah as she feeds the reptiles that live in the Cave Creek Nature Center. Participate in a discussion about our desert neighbors that use fangs, claws, and stingers to defend themselves. Join a scorpion or bat hunt, or take a moonlight hike to visit a cave! There is much to do and much to learn about life in the desert. Kids, don’t miss the first spooky program in October as you do crafts and watch an animated film about a “friendly” ghost. Cave Creek Regional Park is located north of Carefree Highway, 7 miles east of I-17 and 2 miles north on 32nd Street. Park admission is $6 per vehicle or $75 for a yearly, vehicle pass. Visit their website at: www.maricopa.gov/parks/cave_creek for more information.

What to bring: Please wear sturdy shoes (closed-toe), dress appropriately for the weather, and bring more water than you think you will need. www.maricopa.gov/parks/cave_creek for more info.

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Reptile Feeding September 17 @ 11:00am– 12:00pm October 15 @ 10:00am – 11:00am (Feeding takes place in the Nature Center) Have you ever seen a reptile eat? Join the staff after your morning hike and see how our cold-blooded residents eat their meals. Frozen rodent entrees will be served to the critters. Come learn about the important roles these creatures play in our dynamic food web. Venomous Creatures September 17 @ 2:00pm – 3:00pm October 15 @ 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Meet inside the Nature Center) Join a presentation about the venomous creatures you may find around the Valley! Enjoy the beauty of these wonderful and misunderstood animals while learning fascinating facts and the important roles each creature plays in the desert ecosystem. As Marie Curie, French Physicist and two-time Nobel Prize recipient said, “Nothing in life is to be feared. It is only to be understood.” Scorpion Hunt September 17 @ 7:00pm – 8:30pm (Meet at Nature Center) Did you know that scorpions glow in the dark under a black light? Join this fun and safe night walk to find these elusive desert dwellers (using your eyes only). You will learn cool facts about these amazing creatures and sharpen your spotting skills! All ages will enjoy this casual one-hour night walk. Please wear closed-toe shoes and bring water and a flashlight (black lights are recommended). No pets, please. Desert Survival September 24 @ 9:00Aam– 10:00am (Meet inside the Nature Center) Join a discussion of basic techniques for staying alive in the desert. Discussion focuses on safety, hydration, “staying found,” orienting, venomous creatures, etc. These are skills that could save your life one day. Tiny Tumbleweed Trekking: Bats! October 1 @ 10:00am – 11:30am (Meet at Nature Center) Tiny Tumbleweed Treks are geared towards our Valley’s youngest hikers and

nature lovers! Meet at the Nature Center and learn about some of the bats that live here with us! After a short lesson indoors, you will hit the trail on a short hike in search of these tiny creatures. Creature Feature: Casper October 1 @ 2:00pm – 4:00pm (Meet at the Nature Center) Cave Creek is hosting a special SPOOKY presentation followed by a popular animated film. This family-friendly movie presentation depicts the adventures of a friendly ghost. Fun craft activities will be available during and after the movie. Feel free to bring a mat, pillow, blanket or sleeping bag! Concessions will be available for purchase in the nature center; however, you are welcome to bring your own food and beverages – no glass containers please. Introducing... The Desert! October 7 @ 9:00am – 10:30am (Meet at the Go John Trailhead) Are you new to the desert? Are you wondering what is out there in this amazing land? Take a short one-mile hike on Cave Creek Park’s Jasper trail and learn about all the amazing plants and animals that live in the desert. Once this hike is over, you will never see the desert in the same way again! Moonlight Hike: Clay Mine October 8 @ 6:30pm (Meet at the Group Campground) Join an amazing and mysterious adventure as you enter Clay Mine at night! This will be an easy one-mile hike as the moon lights the way to the mine. Once inside, candles will bring you through the history of this mine, and you will learn how its contents were used to cure all your ailments. Bring water and a flashlight in case you need it. Helmets will be provided to enter the mine, as long as you wear sturdy shoes. *Hikes/programs are canceled if heavy, inclement weather is imminent. Canceled hikes and updates will be posted on the website. www.maricopa.gov/parks/cave_creek. sept em ber 2 0 1 1

Writer Amanda Christmann Larson Photography by Jerri Parness Photography

Road Less Traveled

One of the most beautiful things about us as humans is that we’re all different. We are all born asking different questions. We have different dreams and ideals, and we each come with our own set of talents and passions that, hopefully, we use for the better in our short time here on earth. Somewhere along the line, most of us learn to conform and fit in; to want what we’re expected to want, and to take the most traveled path into what is defined for us as “success.” But other people take a different route, risking failure and lack of acceptance. They have taken the road less traveled by and it has, indeed, made all the difference.

I’ve set out on a mission to find twelve of these remarkable people in twelve months. I want to know what makes them tick ...what inspires them and how they ended up on that unchartered path. Has it been worth it? Would they change it? What can I learn from them? What does the world have to learn from them? I’m about to find out.

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Road Less Traveled

Month 4: Ryan Sims

Musicians have always intrigued me. They can paint

the cutest thing, and he did a good job. Ryan’s never

backgrounds with instrumentals, and faces and

been afraid to be in front of people!”

places with their lyrics, drawing us in and letting us weave ourselves into their pictures as if they were our

Bob, who married Jerri when Ryan was eight years

own. The rhythms they create and the chords they

old, has been supportive every step of the way as

sing can turn the simplest moments into memories;

a father, a coach, a mentor, and now a business

they not only make us think what they are thinking,

manager. “He tried the sports thing, and he enjoyed

they make us feel what they are feeling.

it,” he added. “Despite what he says, he was a good player. But once we all saw how good and talented

Like painters and writers, I believe that musicians are

he was at music, people started complimenting him

born with their talent, but it’s up to them to decide

and he strove to do that more and more. He didn’t

what to do with it. They can join the choir of life and

want to do anything else.”

follow the crowd, or they can stand alone and write their own solo, taking the chance that their song

Far from his trademark deep, raspy style, he first

won’t be heard, but also having the courage to be

learned to play music in a church youth group. He

true to their own heart.

was the kind of kid who got along with people from every high school group, from the jocks to the band

Ryan Sims is doing the latter. With support of his

kids. He did a little of just about every activity he

friends and family, the 29-year-old singer/songwriter

could, never worried about what people would think.

has made his music and his life one and the same. As

“I quit the football team my senior year to get a part

lead singer for the award-winning group EastonAshe,

in the school play,” Ryan said with a laugh. “I had to

Ryan keeps track of days by the venue he sang the

pick which one I wanted to do more, and I wanted

night before. His calendar is booked nearly two years

to sing. The coach wasn’t too happy about that, but

in advance, and his days begin—and end—long

it worked out.” His starring role as Conrad Birdie in

after his 9-to-5 counterparts’ days.

“Bye, Bye Birdie” ended his brief sports career, but began what has now been more than a decade of

“Music has always been my thing,” Ryan told me,

being on stage.

matter-of-factly as we sat at a table at Azool with his parents, Bob and Jerri Parness, before his first

Whether he’s in front of a large crowd or one-on-one

Sunday-night set. “I tried sports and I was ok, but

in an interview, he’s clearly as confident as ever. With

singing and playing guitar is what I really like to do.”

his rock-star looks, piercing blue eyes, and gritty rock and roll music, he’s earned quite a following.

His mom agreed. “When Ryan was three, my mom bought him his first guitar. He would play songs and

Six nights a week, Ryan plays at upscale bars and

make us guess what it was,” she laughed. “When

restaurants all over the Valley, and travels throughout

he was five, he had his first performance at his

the country when invited to perform, which happens

kindergarten talent show. He sang ‘Kokomo.’ It was

regularly. Until recently, his band, EastonAshe, which

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Ryan has shown that it’s ok to march to your own beat—and even write and sing it—as long as you believe enough in yourself to do it. includes guitarist and co-founder Matt Henderson,

“I think it really taught Ryan the do’s and don’t’s of

bassist Ethan Newman and drummer Greg Warner,

business,” Bob added.

has traveled with him; but now, with the support of the band, he’s launched a solo career. Henderson plays

After a year, Matt and Ryan came home to Cave Creek

acoustic sets with him at places like Azool, Grayhawk

and decided to let Bob handle the business portion of

Country Club, and Amaro. The whole band rocks the

their music. They began playing at Cave Creek Coffee

crowd at Primebar every Saturday night in Scottsdale

Company, Harold’s, and Kokomo Joe’s, where Ryan

Quarter, where I first heard their music. With nearly

says they “cut their teeth” and learned to play for crowds.

4,000 Facebook fans and a large following of regulars,

As time went on, their weeknight calendar became more

Ryan has made a name for himself and the band well

and more full, as did their gas tanks and their wallets.

beyond the Phoenix area.

Somewhere along the line, they started making a living following their passion for music.

EastonAshe was named National Independent Rock Album of the Year at the 2007 LA Music/Hollywood

Until then, though, there were struggles. Early on,

Fame Awards. In 2008, they earned Rock Album of

Bob and Jerri gave Ryan the gift of acceptance and

the Year, Rock Artist Of the Year, and Community

understanding, and have been there for their son. “We

Service Award at the Phoenix Music Awards. That same

knew he wasn’t built from the same mold as everybody

year, they earned Rock Performers of the Year at the

else,” Jerri explained. Years later, Bob and Jerri, his

Los Angeles Music Awards. Ryan also received L.A.

sisters Carrie and Shelby, and a huge group of friends

Music Awards “Singer Song Writer of the Year Award”.

are Ryan’s biggest fans. Several nights a week, they

They’ve been nominated for Wedding Reception Band

follow Ryan’s schedule.

of the Year by Arizona Bride Magazine four years in a row, and are arguably one of the best bands Phoenix

Ryan is now in the process of putting together his third

has produced. They’ve opened for the Doobie Brothers

CD, expected to be released this summer - a solo debut

and Collective Soul, Spin Doctors, and other national

album. He has a few more plans up his sleeve, too, that

acts, and have completed 17 national tours.

he wasn’t quite ready to share. It will be fun to watch and see how far he’ll go.

Times are good, and gigs come easily, but it hasn’t always been that way. Shortly after graduating from Cactus

As he stood up to play another set, it was clear he was

Shadows High School in 2000, he and Matt followed the

truly taking a road less traveled, a path less worn. Ryan

promises of an agent to Baltimore, Maryland, where they

has shown that it’s ok to march to your own beat—and

played in seedy bars and earned next to nothing for their

even write and sing it—as long as you believe enough

hard work. In his spare time, Ryan wrote songs for both

in yourself to do it. And it doesn’t hurt to have a loving

his own band and other artists, which he continues today.

family and friends to laugh with you, lift you up and sing with you.

“I never felt at home there,” Ryan explained. “I did end up getting a great fan base that still supports me. I also learned what not to do.”

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Your Health and the End of the Year If you ask Dr. Bryan and Shantel Glick, owners of Health Quest Family Medicine, what to put at the top of your to-do list right now, they say: “your health care.”

What should you be asking when reviewing your plan? 1 .Do you have a primary care doctor? 2. Is that doctor covered by your current plan?

That’s because this time of year includes two key dates for consumers: 1. Open enrollment 2. Use of after-deductible dollars

If the answer is “no” to either of the above, then Shantel, Physician’s Assistant and co-owner of Health Quest, suggests you make some changes.

Open Enrollment. Each year your employer will allow you to change health insurers, choose a different health insurance plan (such as a higher or lower deductible plan) and add or remove coverage. The exceptions to the open enrollment period are major life changes, such as marriage, divorce, or the birth of a baby.

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Writer Jenny Brooks

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So barring any of these major life changes, this time period is your only opportunity to make a change to your health insurance plan.

“Your primary care physician is the one who gets to know you, knows your history, helps you select specialists, and then interprets any recommendations from a specialist,” says Shantel. “Your primary care physician is there for your “sick” visits and for your annual health checkups. Because they know you, they know when something is normal for you or when they should be concerned.” She goes on to explain that when you see a variety of medical providers, it’s impossible to get good care and important concerns can be missed. “If you bounce between urgent care,

specialists, and the ER, you’re not giving yourself the opportunity to receive the best health care.” And, as for your use of after-deductible dollars, Shantel advises you to know where you are on meeting your deductible. “Usually at this point in the year, most people have met their deductible requirement for their insurance plan, whether individually or as a family,” says Shantel. “It’s a great time to schedule any procedures you’ve been putting off, from small in-office procedures to bigger ones. If you’ve met your deductible, you’ll likely only be responsible for the co-pay and/or coinsurance.” In addition, most insurers cover preventive care at 100 percent, so if you get an annual health checkup, you don’t have to pay out-of-pocket expenses. Per-patient request Health Quest is now accepting major insurance providers, including: • Aetna • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona • Humana • HealthNet • CIGNA • United Healthcare • Golden Rule “We want people in the Anthem and North Gateway area to know that we built this business to be a local company made up of providers who all live locally,” says Shantel. “We feel and have always felt that it’s important to go back to the way it used to be when you had a relationship with your primary care doctor who was also a member of your community.” For more information, visit www.thehealthquest.com

For those without insurance, Health Quest is a great option for primary care. Your first visit is only $95 and follow-up visits are $75. You won’t be turned away at Health Quest. All patients receive a higher standard of care, including: • Same-day appointments • Electronic medical records • Extended appointments with your health-care provider, to help build a trusting relationship • In-office medications • In-office procedures • Service-minded care, not insurance-mandated care

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Writer Paula Theotocatos

FALL FOLIAGE IN ARIZONA

Red, gold, and copper, mixed with green – the kaleidoscope of colors that define the spectacular season of autumn. And, yes, we do get to experience the crisp air and dazzling array of fall leaves in the cooler climes of Arizona. Here are some ways you can experience first-hand a refreshing change in scenery during September and October.

and biking while taking in the refreshing autumn scene. Other amenities include canoe and kayak rentals, a boat launch, courtesy dock, picnic ramada, fish-cleaning stations, a multi-use trail around the lake, and rest rooms. Willow Lake Park was designated by the Audubon Society as an “important birding area.”

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Just about ninety miles north of our area, the mile-high city of Prescott, located in the middle of the Prescott National Forest, is a great spot for fall foliage viewing. Try your hand at fishing or just take a leisurely boat ride at one of Prescott’s beautiful lakes. Canoe and kayak rentals are available at fifteen-acre Goldwater Lake, complete with fishing docks and a boat launch ramp. Other amenities include a ramada, picnic tables, playground, sand volleyball court, horseshoe pits, hiking trails, and restrooms. Located at 2900 S. Goldwater Lake Road. Watson Lake Park is located only four miles north of downtown Prescott at 3101 Watson Lake Road. From here you can access Watson Lake and also the boulders of the Granite Dells. Watson Lake’s amenities include canoe and kayak rentals, two boat launches, courtesy dock, fish-cleaning stations, picnic ramadas with barbecue grills, playground equipment, and restrooms.

VERDE CANYON RAILROAD “It’s not the destination; it has always been the journey.” One very relaxing way to experience the drama of Arizona’s brief autumn season is to ride a train. The Verde Canyon Railroad offers its “Fall Colors Tour,” which will take you through the high canyon walls that form the Verde Valley to view the copper and gold leaves of the cottonwood trees and the dark green pine trees. Ancient Sinaguan Indians dwellings and the remains of an old Western town, Perkinsville, where the movie, “How the West Was Won” was shot are also interesting spots on the tour. You might also be lucky to see wildlife such as deer, coyotes, javelinas, and native migratory birds as they return home.

Rent a bicycle here to travel the Discovery Trail and the Peavine National Recreational Trail, both of which are great ways to view the magnificent fall scenery and changing leaves.

Unlike the suffocatingly narrow aisles and seat space in an airplane, you can stroll freely down the wide aisles of the Verde Canyon Railroad train and stretch out luxuriously in its soft, comfortable arm chairs. The climate-controlled cars also feature panoramic windows for viewing the lovely scenery, or you can walk out to the open-air viewing cars to experience the bracing air and to snap photos.

Willow Lake Park is located at 1497 Heritage Park Road and is another beautiful spot for boating, fishing, hiking,

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about twenty people celebrating a birthday for one of them. They had brought a big birthday cake on board, sharing pieces with not only their group but everyone near them. The depot’s Copper Spike Café offers delicious breakfast and lunch items, gourmet coffees, teas, and bottled drinks to either take on board the train or eat in their outdoor pavilion prior to departure. For gift shopping, the Boxcar Gift Store has a highquality selection of railroad-themed home décor, souvenirs, jewelry, books, art works, and clothing for your shopping pleasure. The Verde Canyon Railroad depot is located in Clarksdale, Arizona, 25 minutes from Sedona and two hours north of Phoenix. 800-293-7245; www.verdecanyonrr.com

FLAGSTAFF SNOWBOWL SCENIC SKYRIDE Another very unique and leisurely way to view our autumnal delights is to take the Snow Bowl Skyride in Flagstaff. As you ride up the mountainside in your chair lift, legs dangling freely in the air, you will enjoy looking down at the contrasting beauty of the golden leaves and slender white trunks of the aspens and the dark green pines surrounding them. Even in the summer, it’s wise to wear long pants rather than shorts, or you may find yourself covered in goose-bumps and shivering from the cold The ride starts at an elevation of 9,500 feet and ends at a breath-taking 11,500 feet. The ride takes approximately thirty minutes each way, stopping occasionally to let passengers on and off. Wear sunscreen and make sure all your valuables like wallets and keys are safely put away on your person. And, this is one time wearing flip-flops wouldn’t be a good idea; be sure your shoes are securely fastened to your feet! Weather permitting, the Skyride operates daily from 10am to 4pm from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. After Labor Day, the Skyride operates Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through mid-October. Cost: Adults $12; Seniors (ages 65-69) $8; Juniors (ages 8-12) $8; children 7 and younger and seniors 70 and older are free. Directions: Take Highway 180 (Fort Valley Road) about 7 miles northwest of Flagstaff, then turn right on Snowbowl Road and continue another 7 miles to Arizona Snowbowl. Follow signs to the Scenic Skyride/ Agassiz Lodge.

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Woman

Arising When I was young, I thought being strong and being female meant that I had something to prove. It was as if I had been born with a disadvantage, but if I tried hard enough, I could keep up with the boys. I played baseball with the boys on the block, wore blue jeans and boys’ t-shirts well into adolescence, and got knocked down more than once on the playground soccer fields while blocking balls with my head and other “tough” moves. On the softball field, my dad taught me not to throw “like a girl,” and each season started with the inaugural slide. I’d stand on base grinning widely as blood trickled down my shins - my coach grinning back and flashing a thumbs-up sign. I never cried even when I was really hurting, because only girls cried; and I wasn’t going to act like one of those. I was fortunate to have been born at a time when there were messages of equality everywhere. Girls could do the same things as boys, and the other way around. We were equal, I was told. “Stewardesses” became “flight attendants,” “firemen” became “firefighters,” and dozens of other gender-neutral words popped into our vocabularies. While my mother’s generation hit a glass ceiling, my generation was told that the sky was the limit. We were free. We could take on traditionally-male jobs and, as long as we proved ourselves, we really could be equal - or something close to it. Somewhere along the line, though, equality became a very masculine thing. Women’s pants suits and short, cropped hair became popular, turning women into smaller cookie-cutter versions of their male counterparts. Success meant becoming hardened and

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cutthroat. Never show your emotions; don’t let your family get in the way of your career. It seems to me (some may disagree) that we lost our femininity somewhere along the way. In my own life, I have spent several years redefining what it means to be “feminine.” For years, I associated that word with weakness. I have now come to understand it as something entirely different – more of a feminine “energy” – completely separate from masculinity, but just as important. We have thousands of years of nurturing imprinted in our genetic code. We are communicators. We appreciate beauty, both in nature and in each other. As women, we all share varying degrees of the same uniquely female traits, and I have come to believe that there is truly a gift in that. Something wonderful happens when women get together. Once we get past competitiveness (and women can be very competitive), we begin to nurture each other. The same innate traits that make us good mothers make us good friends. We empathize, we laugh, we share, and we understand. Our female energy comes out, and when we leave each other, we feel good about ourselves and about our lives. Ironically, however, so few women take the time to build relationships with other women. My friend Sarah McLean recognized this much sooner than I did. Her journey into her “Self” started when she was serving as a medic and behavioral specialist in the U.S. Army in the 1980s. She started focusing on the connection between the mind and body, which led her to meditation and self-examination. Like me, she began to recognize that strength had less to do with her muscles than it did with her mind.

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In 1989, Sarah began working with Dr. Deepak Chopra. Most people know Dr. Chopra as the guru behind the Chopra Center, where he’s preached about the connection between mind and body, taught meditation and other connecting techniques, and influenced some of the most powerful world figures. Before he was that, though, Sarah began working for him as an educator at the Ayurveda Health Center in Massachusetts. As his popularity grew, she became a founding director of the Chopra Center in Carlsbad, California. In 1997, she went on a six-month sabbatical, meditating and teaching English “Eat, Pray, Love”-style in ashrams in India. When she returned to the States, she spent two years, much of it in silence and meditation, working as a cook in a Zen Buddhist training center in the mountains of California. Today, she is the founder of Sedona Meditation Training Center. She has no religious bias, and her teachings are about

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learning to celebrate the person each of us was created to be. Sarah’s journey has been unique, and I have always sensed that in her presence. I admire her, respect her, and love being around her because she inspires me. So when she asked me to be a part of a project to bring women together for a nourishing and inspirational weekend, I didn’t have to think twice. “Woman Arising” is unique. Even the world of self-discovery, it turns out, is dominated by males. While many of them are wonderful teachers, Sarah wanted to celebrate the beautiful feminine energy that so many women are still figuring out how to embrace. For lack of a better word, it is a conference; although it will be more of an “experience” than anything. To begin, Lindsay Wagner (known by most for her role as the Bionic

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Church in Denver, Colorado; Colette Baron-Reid, author of “The Map”; Andean medicine woman Martika Gomez; and Sedona writer and artist Victoria Nelson, who escaped the corporate world to follow her passion. Sarah will be speaking, also, and women in attendance will be treated to a concert by worldclass singer and song-writer Kathy Zavada. I will be emceeing the event, and I am looking forward to sharing the wisdom and insight each of these women has to offer, and to take part in helping others realize their own personal strengths and potential as women.

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Brimming with new, fresh, and exciting visual art, performances, and cultural programs, the Arts Council of the North Valley (ACNV), along with the ten affiliated arts organizations, announce their 2011-2012 Season. The Season offers opportunities to participate as audience members and patrons, and chances for adults and young people to learn and to perform. Whether you are an arts enthusiast or a couch potato, the programs will help you refresh and rejuvenate yourself throughout the year. The arts community in the North Valley includes many outstanding organizations that offer a broad range of programs. A highlight of each group along with their contact information follows this article. Information is also available on the ACNV on-line calendar at www.acnv.org. There, you can sign up for the ACNV monthly e-newsletter with upcoming events and special offers. As an example of the many talented organizations, we selected one to put in the spotlight and tell you more about. AZDance Group, a professional dance company under the direction of Kenda Newbury, has a wonderful story. This group stands out for combining art forms in creative and exciting ways, creating and producing two to five large-scale productions each season, and for presenting concerts that connect and move audiences. Newbury uses professional dancers from within Arizona as well as guest artists from New York, Boston, Myrtle Beach, Las Vegas, Baton Rouge and Rhode Island. Her concerts also showcase young emerging dancers who have passed an audition, and students from Movement E-Motion (MEM), a dance class and performance program for young adults with Down Syndrome, Autism, and/or Physical Challenges. AZDance Group strives to unleash the artistic potential of every member of the company and as a result, attending one of their concerts is a really special experience. Expect to see beautifully choreographed classical ballet, jazz, and contemporary dance to name a few, and to hear some of your favorite music. Students from the MEM program perform several pieces at each concert and always receive enthusiastic applause. Created in 2005 by Newbury, this program for individuals with different abilities has provided artistic physical activity, movement, expression, and dance technique, as well as a social outlet and a support group for participants and their parents. A member of the group almost from the beginning is MEM dancer and Anthem resident, Annie Perry. She was born in Tokyo and moved to Arizona in 2004 after living with her family in Singapore. Her first dance experience was in New Jersey when she was seven years old and she has luckily danced continuously since then. She is now twenty-two years old and attends On Angels Wings, a daytime training program, which she entered after graduation from Barry Goldwater High School. She has been dancing with AZDance Group’s MEM program for five years and loves music, singing and dancing. She is a regular AZDance Group cast member of “Run for Life/Angels,” “Oklahoma,” “Voules-Vouz,” “Get Your Head in the Game,” “Fosse,” “An Angel Came Down,” and excerpts of “Mixed Nuts” and more! Hiroko Perry, Annie’s mother, has performed on stage along with her daughter since joining the MEM program. “Initially, I wasn’t going to get on stage”, said Perry. “I did it to help Annie stay on track with the others. She likes to do things her own way and she does better with a little guidance.” In spite of her initial hesitation, Hiroko found that she loves being part of the performances. “It is really fun and gives me the chance to help others in MEM as well.” Asked how MEM has made a difference for Annie, Hiroko said, “The program has been a big benefit for Annie. Performing gives her a chance to show off and the smiles come out after she has danced.” sept em ber 2 0 1 1

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The joy is evident among all the MEM dancers and is contagious with the audience. “It is a wonderful program and we are so grateful to have it”, said Hiroko. “Continuing the program for AZDance has been a struggle financially and I hope that sponsors will step up so that it can continue.” “Hiroko is an inspiration to us all”, said Newbury. “She attends each class and every performance by Annie and MEM participants. She is now a demonstrator and stage-performance assistant. Not only does Hiroko spread enthusiasm and light to her daughter and the teachers of MEM, but she gives each individual MEM participant confidence and enthusiasm.” Newbury’s inspiration for the MEM program came from her special connection with people with all types of gifts and a request from the Molly Lawson Foundation to develop a dance program for young to older adults with Down syndrome. “I wanted participants to not only get exercise through dance, but actually be a part of something where they’d feel accomplished and come away feeling proud of what they were doing”, said Newbury. The class is designed to incorporate ballet and jazz technique, simple motor skills, stretch and strengthening exercises, musicality, and dance history. The program also includes professional and seasoned instructors and a performance aspect. Students of all ages with a variety of developmental and physical disabilities have participated in the program. “The joy these young adults have brought to the company, to me and to audience members has been incredible. I get more out of the experience than what I can give them!” said Newbury. Newbury was formerly trained by Mr. Kelly Brown and the Phoenix School of Ballet. She has an MFA from The Boston Conservatory and a BFA from Ottawa University. She has been in the professional dance world for over thirty years, performing, choreographing, and instructing dance throughout the United States, Europe, and Australia with some of the world’s most influential artists and companies. Artistic talents abound in the North Valley area. Whether visual arts or performing arts and music, whether the artists are professional or amateurs, the programs help enrich the lives of the audience, participants, and community. This Season engages everyone with many levels of discovery and offers a chance to be transported by the magic of the arts.

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h i g hlights o f the a r ts organi zat i on s Arts Council of the North Valley (ACNV) // www.acnv.org // 623-516-2268 The Arts Council of the North Valley has continued to be an active and energetic force for the arts in the North Valley despite the tough economic climate. Through Board development, active volunteer participation, and educational outreach, the organization has maintained its momentum and is becoming an integral and vital part of the community. Last season, in conjunction with area schools, the ACNV presented educational outreach programs including Puerto Rican dancers, African dance, and African vocals to over 2500 students. The 5th Annual Regional Teen Art Competition was held at the Outlets at Anthem in April with eight schools participating and fifteen awards presented. And the college-bound scholarship program continued with a top student receiving the award for excellence in photography. “I love ACNV’s commitment to the kids!” said Holly Matson, ACNV board member and former executive director. “Schools continue to cut arts programs due to the economy. This is unfortunate, as it is proven that exposure to the arts means lower dropout rates, improved academic performance, and enhanced innovation. I am proud to be a part of ACNV – an organization dedicated to bringing the arts back into the schools, as well as rewarding students for their dedication to the arts.” The fourth annual Picnic Under the Stars fundraiser for the arts is scheduled for Saturday, April 28, 2012. This “let your hair down” adult picnic is a great way to socialize with your neighbors and friends and to support the local nonprofit arts community.

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AZDance Group // www.AZdance.org // 480-215-1916 AZDance has been invited to perform at Daisy Mountain Veteran’s Day Celebration in Anthem every year and brings the Movement E-Motion and Children’s Company to pay tribute to our Veterans. AZDance/Movement E-Motion was invited to participate in Masters Ballet Academy’s “The Nutcracker” at the Orpheum Theater on November 25 to 27. Filled with traditional and contemporary Christmas carols, music from “The Nutcracker Suite” and other inspirational music, “A Joyous Christmas,” their holiday dance concert is an uplifting experience. It will be presented on December 1 and December 3 at Scottsdale First Assembly, and on December 4 at Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center.

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Arizona Musicfest // www.azmusicfest.org // 480-488-0806 “Arizona Musicfest 2012” – America’s Premier Winter Music Festival (February 1 - March 2) – presents top artists of Classical, Broadway, Jazz, and Pop in venues throughout Scottsdale and Carefree. At the heart of “Arizona Musicfest 2012” is the Festival Orchestra conducted by Robert Moody. Musicians from the nation’s finest orchestras are hand-chosen by Maestro Moody to come to Arizona to perform in four exceptional concerts. sept em ber 2 0 1 1

Season highlights include the world music of classical chamber ensemble Imani Winds; Dan Levinson’s Palomar Quartet – plus two – in a three-clarinet salute to Benny Goodman; piano soloist Andrew von Oeyen in recital; journeys in jazz with the Tamir Hendelman Trio; the Greatest Hits of the ‘70s; and, chanteuse Barbara Rosene at one very special Valentine’s Dinner. Chris Brubeck is our Artist-in-Residence this year; appearing as a classical composer, performing as a member of the Brubeck Brothers Quartet, and sharing the spotlight in Bob Moody’s Cabaret. Pinnacle Concert Series // www.pinnacleconcerts.com // 480-303-2474 Now in its thirteenth year, the Pinnacle Concert Series includes great music and terrific performances. The mission of the concert series is to provide a vital community outreach that enriches the lives of all ages, spiritually, culturally, and educationally through music. The Season includes the Phoenix Symphony, Orpheus Male Chorus, Arizona Chamber Orchestra, Mexican Three Tenors, Arizona Chamber Ensemble, as well as outstanding solo and duo performers and their annual Celebration of Christmas. The Season runs from November through March with concerts at the Pinnacle Presbyterian Church in North Scottsdale. ProMusica Arizona Chorale & Orchestra (PMAZ) // www.promusicaaz.org // 623-465-4650 PMAZ is a volunteer organization dedicated to bringing fine music to Phoenix. It consists of more than one hundred and twenty musicians who meet weekly August through May to rehearse at Boulder Creek High School (BCHS) in Anthem. Performers come from all over the Phoenix area and volunteers donate more than 18,000 hours to five major concerts and many outreach concerts each season. In 2010, PMAZ started a youth division, and in the upcoming concert season, there will be more than 60 students participating in a youth orchestra and choir. PMAZ’s concerts and other events offer audience members high-quality entertainment at a reasonable price. This Season includes their holiday concert, which is always an audience favorite. Honoring Christmas traditions and the spirit of the season, “Lessons and Carols” will feature Christmas music and a celebrity narrator and will be held on December 17 and 18 at BCHS in Anthem.

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Desert Foothills Theater (DFT) // www.desertfoothillstheater.com // 480-488-1981 For over thirty-five years, DFT has been presenting wonderful live theater productions and last year DFT and DFT Gecko Teatro Youth Theater earned thirty-two ariZoni nominations. The mission of DFT is to make a major contribution to the cultural enrichment of the Desert Foothills communities through the performing arts.

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Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) // www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org // 602-743-9892 MTA is excited about their upcoming fourth Season, after just receiving sixteen ariZoni nominations representing all of their shows from their past season. MTA Performers ages thirteen to sixteen will perform “13 The Musical” from September 28 to October 1 at BCHS, and the Jr. MTA Performers ages six to twelve will present “Disney’s Aladdin, Jr.” from October 13 to 16, also at BCHS. The balance of the 2011-2012 Season includes “Seussical Jr.,” “Willy Wonka Jr.,” and “Annie.” The mission of MTA is to develop youth and adults within the field of performing arts while enhancing their intrinsic creativity and brokering their vast talents. MTA trains and educates youth so they can become the artists, patrons, and leaders of tomorrow while providing opportunities to adults to empower them and foster their creativity. Starlight Community Theater (SCT) // www.Starlightcommunitytheater.org // 623-566-7991 A season that speaks to all ages….that’s what SCT has accomplished for this upcoming year! “Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka” will be performed October 6 to 9 at BCHS; and following on its coat tails, Santa will be visiting in “Miracle on 34th Street, The Musical.” “Arsenic and Old Lace” is sure to bring many laughs, as well as “Rapunzel,” an original play by Zoni-Award-Winning Director, Jim Gradillas. “Fame, The Musical” and the uproarious musical comedy, “Once Upon a Mattress,” will be capping off this fabulous list of shows. SCT’s Mission: dedicated to providing live theater to entertain and enrich our community and to encourage youth and adult participation in the Arts by providing growth and educational opportunities through a variety of theatrical experiences.

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Scottsdale Artists’ School (SAS) // www.Scottsdaleartistsschool.org // 480-990-1422 The SAS is dedicated to teaching the fundaments of traditional art as taught by working, professional artists to students of all skill levels – aspiring novice to professional artist. Select studio classes are offered in the North Valley at the Holland Community Center, which is on 60th Street, just off the Carefree Highway. Classes beginning in October include drawing, composing figurative painting from photographs, and watercolor painting. A comprehensive schedule of adult programs and workshops for kids and teens is available at their Old Town Scottsdale location.

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Sonoran Arts League // www.SonoranArtsLeague.org // 480-575-6624 Held annually the weekend before and after Thanksgiving, the Sonoran Arts League is known nationally for their “Hidden In The Hills” Studio Art Tour which celebrates its 15th anniversary in 2011. The tour offers a unique opportunity to participate in conversation and creative connection with one-hundred-and-fifty artists, whose styles/genre cover a wide scope, and to purchase directly from the artists. The League contributes to cultural life by providing art-related experiences for local schoolchildren; creating hand-made ceramic and glass bowls and donating artwork for a silent auction in support of the Foothills Food Bank Empty Bowls Project held at the Carefree Town Center on October 21; and hosting the 11th Annual Festival of Fine Art featuring juried artists from across the country at Stage Coach Village in Cave Creek on March 16, 17 & 18, 2012.

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Foothills Community Foundation (FCF) // www.Azfcf.org // 480-488-1090 Serving the Desert Foothills community since 1986, FCF provides a broad spectrum of important programs and services, ranging from its Partners in Education program, providing funding and enrichment opportunities to local area schools, to its award-winning Desert Foothills Theater, to exciting educational and social offerings made possible through other FCF programs, such as MindQuest, Desert Awareness, Visual Arts lectures, and the Foothills Film Society. These popular programs are presented at the new state-of-the-art, 10,000 square-foot FCF-Holland Community Center, which is located on the west side of 60th Street just south of Carefree Highway. Time Out for Arts Series // www.pinnaclepres.org/musicperformances.html // 480-303-2474 Time Out for the Arts is a free, open forum that explores the visual and performing arts, featuring artists and lecturers from the Phoenix area and across the country. Events are held at Pinnacle Presbyterian Church in North Scottsdale. October programs include: “Handbell Festival with Hart Morris,” “Pedals, Pipes & Pizza,” and “The World’s First Rock Star: Happy 200th Birthday, Franz Liszt.”

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Oktoberfest in the Southwest Come the end of September, Munich, Germany will be hopping for two weeks of celebration as part of the longstanding tradition of “Oktoberfest.” In addition to the world’s largest annual festival that takes place in Munich, and all across Germany, celebrations will take place in regions and cities all over the world. During this time the beer flows freely and the “brats” are abundant. Oktoberfest has a long and rich history, beginning in October of 1810 when Crown Prince Ludwig, later to become King Ludwig I,

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was married to Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen. Few celebrations in life are as lavish as a wedding, and this was no exception. All of the citizens of Munich were invited to attend the festivities held on the fields in front of the city gates to celebrate the happy royal event. The fields were renamed Theresienwiese (“Therese’s Fields”) to honor the Crown Princess, although the locals have since abbreviated the name simply to “Wiesn.” Horse races in the presence of the royal family marked the close of the event that was celebrated as a

festival for the whole of Bavaria. The decision to repeat the horse races in subsequent years gave rise to the longstanding tradition of Oktoberfest. The popularity of the annual horse races was front and center at this yearly festival for many years, but they were eventually replaced by small beer stands and carousels. The tradition of the festival has spread across many nations, and has taken on an international flavor. However, celebration of the German culture, including culinary fare and German beer

is predominant throughout Oktoberfest. We in the Southwest have an opportunity to join in the festivities by visiting Haus Murphy’s in Glendale. Throughout the year, Haus Murphy’s serves up delicious German food in a party-like atmosphere that is like nothing else in the Valley. If Arizonans were not already familiar with this festive eatery, they recently had the opportunity to see this hometown favorite on the Food Network when Guy Fieri of “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” made it a point to visit. He learned how to make their specialties - Sauerbraten and Schnitzel - as well as other traditional dishes prepared by Chef Hoffmann. Their national notoriety actually extends beyond their appearance on the Food Network. Co-owner, Rose Hoffmann, explains that the name of their establishment pays tribute to the fact that the famous soda fountain from the movie “Murphy’s Romance,” starring James Garner and Sally Field, was housed at their restaurant. “We get a lot of ribbing from some customers who wonder why we’ve paired such a traditional Irish name with a German restaurant, but we feel as though we’ve preserved a unique piece of movie history,” she explains. The soda fountain can now be seen in the mercantile store in Florence, Arizona, where the movie was actually filmed.

Haus Murphy’s 14th annual Oktoberfest celebration will take place from October 14th through 16th, and October 21-23rd. The entertainment, “GuggenbachBuam,” direct from Heidelberg, Germany, will be joining Haus Murphy’s and their diners. Plenty of festive food will be on hand, including their famous giant Bavarian pretzels, bratwurst, knockwurst, and weisswurst, as well as specials such as Beef Roulade, Jäger Schnitzel, Paprika Schnitzel, and Chicken Schnitzel. With prices that won’t break the bank (specials less than $16, sausages less than $12 – most around $9) you can afford to bring the whole family out – and you should bring the entire clan, because during Oktoberfest, the more celebrating, the merrier! Beer tickets may be purchased so that diners can visit one of the multiple beer stations and enjoy some Spaten Lager, Spaten Oktoberfest, Spaten Optimator, and Stiegl Pilsner. Traditional deserts such as German Chocolate Cake, Apple Strudel, Cherry Strudel, Bread Pudding, and Black Forest Torte will make this celebration the sweetest ever! Make reservations because this celebration will fill up quickly ...guten appetit! 5739 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale; 623-939-2480 Hours: Monday 4pm to 9pm; Tuesday through Saturday: Lunch 11am to 3:15pm; Dinner 4pm to 9pm; Sunday (Dinner all day) 12pm to 8pm. Reservations are recommended.

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Celebrate

76 Years

of Harold’s Cave Creek Corral September 30 – October 1 Writer Amanda Christmann Larson

Writer Paula Theotocatos

The North Valley is full of hidden gems and signature venues that tie Arizona’s colorful past to the present, and Harold’s Cave Creek Corral is among the most noteworthy. For 76 years, patrons have been rocking and rolling, and enjoying cold beverages and hot food. Now known for its trademark “Steelers” banner, it’s one of the oldest businesses in the Phoenix area, and it’s just a stone’s throw away in old town Cave Creek. To celebrate, the Land Down Under is coming to the Land of the Sun. Colin Hay, the Scottish-Australian musician who is best known for his role as lead singer for the 1980s pop band, Men at Work, performs during a special outdoor concert on Friday, September 30. “Young Country” will be opening and closing for Hay, and it’s guaranteed to be a great time. The party continues with a family BBQ Bash on October 1. “We’ve been doing this a long time,” said Harold’s manager Gavin Stitt. “We try to get a really eclectic mix of musicians and bands. We have a country-western theme, so we have a lot of great country bands, too.”

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Colin Hay and Men at Work were staples of 80s pop culture with Down Under, Who Can It Be? and Be Good Johnny. Through his music, an entire generation of Americans was introduced to Vegemite sandwiches and “the Land Down Under, where women glow and men plunder.” His iconic band was one of the first tastes of Australian culture for many. Hay has spent the last decade re-introducing himself to a new generation of fans as “The Man at Work.” The frequent use of his music in TV and film, including hit shows such as Scrubs (on which he has made several cameo appearances) and Army Wives, the hit sound track to the film Garden State and the recently released Morning Glory, has proven the timeless appeal of his songs. Now, his new CD, Gathering Mercury, shows off his solo abilities. Many of the songs were inspired by the depth of emotion he experienced throughout the past year as Hay dealt with personal loss. “These are some of the strongest songs I’ve ever written,” Hay said. “The loss of my father last year brought an extra emotional contingent to writing and recording. I don’t have an idea of an afterlife, but I do feel like I had his help when I was working on this album, especially alone late at night in the studio.” Gates open at 8:30pm, and Hay will take the stage at 9:30pm. The concert is co-presented by the Roastery of Cave Creek (ROC2). VIP seats cost $40; general admission seats are $30, and general admission standing tickets are $20. Advance tickets are available at www. Ticketmaster.com or at Harold’s Corral. Harold’s family-friendly BBQ Bash begins at 4pm Saturday, October 1. The whole family will enjoy a kids’ zone with face painting, a mega-bouncer, the popular Games2U van, an ice cream and snow cone truck, and more. Guests receive tickets for one (1) free barbecue plate per person, which must be used by 7pm. Young Country will perform inside from 9:30pm to 1:30am, and The Crown Kings will perform outside from 7:30pm until 12:30am. Fireworks begin at sunset.

New Patient Special

Only $4500

Barbecue Bash admission is $5; no charge for children six and under. Reservations are suggested. For more details, call 480-488-1906 or visit www.HaroldsCorral.com.

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Q-to-U BBQ

3434 W. Anthem Way, Suite 146 In the Ace Hardware Shopping Center

www.q-to-u-bbq.com 623-465-7800

Featuring Local Beers Have you ever had a great cookie, but lamented the fact that you didn’t have a tall glass of chilled milk by its side? Thankfully, you will never have to mourn the lack of a good brew to wash down your award-winning barbecue! Q-to-U BBQ offers four local brews on tap including two from Grand Canyon Brewing Company in Williams, Sunset Amber Ale and American Pilsner, Devil’s Ale from San Tan Brewery, and Fretzy’s Unfiltered Pale Ale from Phoenix Ale Brewery. There is also a wide selection of microbrews and domestic choices – something for every taste! If you haven’t been in to Q-to-U BBQ in a while, stop back in and reacquaint yourself with all they have to offer!

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Dining Spotlight

Dining Guide

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Emerald Pools “More than just your neighborhood pool supply store” Located at 34406 North 27th Drive, Suite 192 (just south of Carefree Hwy & 27th Avenue) in Phoenix, Emerald Pools and Spas carries many pool and spa supplies (“If we don’t have it in stock, we can usually get it within 24 hours.”). Additionally, the company offers free water testing, weekly pool cleaning/maintenance, repairs to pools and spas, draining and acid-washing, as well as building or remodeling of a pool or spa. Owner, David Fladhammer, a native Arizonan, has been in the pool business for over sixteen years. “The foundation of my business values is built on customer service and integrity. That’s why I personally will always supervise all of my job sites,” says David. If you haven’t yet had a chance to stop by, please do so. “Be a part of the family.” Summer Store hours: Monday – Friday 9:00am -6:00pm; Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm; Sunday 9:00am-3:00pm. Closed on Sundays during the winter months (November through January). 602-795-4466 www.emeraldpoolsupply.com www.facebook.com/emeraldpoolsupply

Meet the Marketplace PLASTER WORLD & CERAMICS Indulge your creative and crafty side and come to our place to design and make a masterpiece that you can show off and brag about to your friends. Plaster World & Ceramics in Anthem welcomes you and your budding artistic-genius children to some funfilled and fulfilling activity. We have the largest selection of plaster pieces that you can paint and take home with you the same day. Looking for ceramics? We have mugs, bowls, plates, figurines, and more that can be painted and fired. And, there are no studio fees. One Friday a month is “Friday Fun Night.” Kids twelve and older can be dropped off to paint from 7:00 to 0:00pm. We offer two slices of pizza and a soda or water for $5.00. Bring a friend and you will each receive a 10% discount on your painting purchase. Stay posted on Facebook or Plasterworld.net for dates. Back to school hours are as follows: Tues 10am-2pm Thurs & Fri 4-8pm Sat & Sun 10am-5pm We take our last customer and pick-up one hour prior to closing. Plaster World is located on Vision Way about 1/3 mile south of Wal-Mart. 4220 W. Opportunity Way #109 Anthem AZ 85086 623-551-9177 www.plasterworld.net

For information regarding advertising in the Marketplace contact Jeff Penzone at jeff@imagesaz.com or 623-341-0123.

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Marketplace

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Local Index ImagesAZ Magazine 623-341-8221 www.imagesaz.com

Accountant

Hasslacher Tax & Financial, LLC. 623-551-2332 42104 N. Venture Court, B130

Advertising ImagesAZ Magazine 623-341-0123 www.imagesaz.com

Animal Services Sonoran Desert Pet Resort 623-551-5299 www.sdpetresort.com

Pet Spa Desert Oasis Pet Spaw 623-551-5299 www.sdpetresort.com

Architect

Philip Mastrin, RA 623-293-1842 2363 W. Sax Canyon Lane Anthem, AZ 85086

Assisted Living Anthem Senior Living 602-909-9550 www.AnthemSeniorLiving.com

Attorney

Boates Law Firm 623-551-5457 www.AnthemLaw.com Droban & Company 480-612-3058 www.kerriedroban.com

Automotive Econo Lube and Brakes 623-551-0033 42410 N. Vision Way

For Advertising Information Jeff Penzone :: 623-341-0123 jeff@imagesaz.com

Beauty

Hair Care Dollyrockers 623-879-6969 www.dollyrockersaz.com Shalimar Salon and Spa 623-551-9000 www.ShalimarSalon.com Skin Care Merle Norman Cosmetics 623-551-9502 www.merlenorman.com Shalimar Salon and Spa 623-551-9000 www.ShalimarSalon.com

Boutique

Dollyrockers 623-879-6969 www.dollyrockersaz.com

Charity Network

Network of Anthem Area Assistance Providers (NAAAP) Access info at 623-465-5335

dance Education

Arizona Dance Addiction 602-314-8033 www.azdastudio.com AZ Dance Group “Movement E-Motion” 480-215-1916 www.azdance.org

Entertainment

Musical Theatre of Anthem www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org 602-743-9892

Fans and Fashionistas Shops at Norterra 623-587-1400

On The Towne Community Theatre 623-594-3832 www.onthetownetheatre.org

Nothing in Moderation Located in Merle Norman 623-551-9502

Plaster World 623-551-9177 www.PlasterWorld.net

Shalimar Salon and Spa 623-551-9000 www.ShalimarSalon.com

Business Groups

Anthem/North Gateway Chamber of Commerce 602-495-6483 www.northgatewaychamber.org Preferred Business at Anthem 623-551-0523 www.pbanthem.com

Financial Planning

Hasslacher Tax & Financial, LLC 623-551-2332 42104 N. Venture Court, B130

Health & Fitness gym Gold’s Gym 623-201-4483 Text “ImagesAZ” to 90210

Sports Conditioning Harper Physical Therapy 623-742-7338 41818 N. Venture Drive, Suite #120 sept em ber 2 0 1 1

Home

Air conditioning/Heating Daisy Mountain Air Conditioning 623-551-3422 www.DaisyMountainAC.com Desert Hills Air Conditioning 623-551-6409 www.DesertHillsAC.com Priceless Plumbing Heating & Air 623-444-0611 www.pricelessplumbing.com House Sitting Sonoran Desert Sports Dog 623-551-5299 www.sdpetresort.com Interior Design Angelique Interiors 623-512-7745 www.Angelique-Interiors.com Pest Control Titan Pest Control 623-879-8700 www.TitanPest.com Painting Daisy Mountain Painting 623-551-3156 www.DaisyMountainPainting.com Dinoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Painting 623-221-7911 623-986-5211 Premier Commercial Painting 623-551-8640 www.Premier-Commercial.com Plumbing MNS Plumbing and Drain Cleaning 602-370-0097 www.mnsplumbing.com Priceless Plumbing Heating & Air 623-444-0611 www.PricelessPlumbing.com Proskill Plumbing 623-551-7473 www.AnthemPlumber.com Pool Supplies Emerald Pool Supplies 602-795-4466 www.emeraldpoolsupply.com

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Security Doors Steel Shield Security Doors 623-581-DOOR www.steelshieldsecurity.com Solar systems Solar City 855-627-6527 www.SolarCity.com Termite Treatment Titan Pest Control 623-879-8700 www.TitanPest.com Tree Service Arizona Tree Service 623-465-5469 30 Years in Area Water Softener & Filtration Rayne of the North Valley 623-234-9047 www.RayneWater.com Soft Water Plus AZ 623-465-4873 www.SoftWaterPlusAZ.com Weed Control Titan Pest Control 623-879-8700 www.titanpest.com

insurance

Auto/home/life/renters/ health/retirement/Auto Loans & refinancing State Farm - Nanette Miller 623-742-6866 nanette@nanettemiller.com

Jewelry/gold buyers AndrewZ 623-551-6892 www.AndrewzDiamonds.com

Medical

Chiropractic Back to Health Chiropractic 623-551-6677 42104 N. Venture Dr., A-102 Dentist Arizona Heights Dentistry 623-551-3511 42201 N. 41st Drive, Suite #156

Daisy Mountain Dentistry 623-551-5250 4205 W. Anthem Way, Suite #106 Feldhake & Associates 623-931-8898 480-661-0660 www.ShowMeThatSmile.com North Valley Family Dentistry 623-551-9200 42104 N. Venture Drive, Building E West Valley Pediatric Dentistry 623-935-9873 3618 W. Anthem Way, Suite D104 naturopathic Dr. Jennifer Gentry, NMD 623-251-5518 42104 N. Venture Ct., Suite C-126 Orthodontics Cordon Orthodontics 623-465-5478 42201 N. 41st Dr., # 102 Wood Orthodontics/Wyatt Wood 623-792-7323 3618 W. Anthem Way, Suite D108 Pediatrics Angel Pediatrics 623-551-0442 3654 W. Anthem Way Suite B-114 Twin Pediatrics 623-551-9825 42211 N. 41st Dr. Suite 153 Physical Therapy Harper Physical Therapy 623-742-7338 41818 N. Venture Drive, Suite #120 Physician Health Quest 623-465-4627 www.thehealthquest.com Urgent Care John C. Lincoln 623-434-6444

photography By Brenna Photography 623-328-5008 480-510-0035 www.ByBrenna.com

Jerri Parness Photography 480-650-3138 www.JerriParnessPhotography.com

restaurants

Café Aroma 623-551-1500 4220 W. Summit Walk Ct. #1202 Dara Thai Cafe 623-551-6676 3655 W. Anthem Way Ste B-127 Ocho Locos Mexican Restaurant 623-551-8580 3655 W. Anthem Way Q-to-U BBQ 623-465-7800 www.Q-to-U-BBQ.com

Realtor

RE/MAX Integrity Realtors Linda Rehwalt 602-249-SOLD Sam Tyler Realty, LLC 602-459-7455 www.AZHomes.net

Schools

Anthem Elementary School Main Line 623-376-3700 Attendance 623-376-3790 Anthem Preparatory Academy 623-465-4776 www.AnthemPrep.org Barry Goldwater High School Main Line 623-445-3000 Attendance 623-445-3090 Boulder Creek High School Main Line 623-445-8600 Attendance 623-445-8690 The Caepe School Main Line 623-551-7808 www.thecaepeschool.org The Caepe Preschool Main Line 623-551-7808 www.thecaepeschool.org Canyon Springs Elementary Main Line 623-376-5200 Attendance 623-376-5290

Creative Castle Preschool and Kindergarten 602-740-9561 www.CreativeCastlePreschool.com Desert Mountain School Main Line 623-445-3500 Attendance 623-445-3590 Diamond Canyon Elementary Main Line 623-445-8000 Attendance 623-445-8090 Gavilan Peak Elementary Main Line 623-445-7400 Attendance 623-445-7490 New River Elementary Main Line 623-376-3500 Attendance 623-376-3590 North Valley Christian Academy 623-551-3454 www.northvalleyca.org The Orme School 928-632-7601 www.ormeschool.org Sunset Ridge Elementary Main Line 623-445-7800 Attendance 623-445-7890

Worship

Arizona Hills Community 623-465-0202 www.azhills.com Chabad Jewish Center of Anthem 42302 N. Vision Way Suite #106 623-551-8348 Chapel Bellavista 480-502-0707 www.arizonaministers.com Canyon Church of Christ 623-551-3175 www.canyonchurch.org Christ’s Church at the Crossroads 623-466-7964 www.thecrossroadsaz.com Cross of Christ Lutheran Church 623-551-9851 www.anthemcross.org Deer Valley Worship Center 623-582-1001 www.DvWorship.com

Desert View Bible Church 623-298-4900 www.desertviewbible.org Fellowship Church 623-551-1144 www.fellowshipanthem.com Grace North Church 623-551-0007 www.gracenorth.com New River First Assembly of God 623-465-7455 newriverag@yahoo.com Northgate Church 34835 N. 7th Street Phoenix, AZ 85086 Northridge Community 480-515-4673 www.northridge.org North Valley Assembly of God 623-256-2408 www.northvalleyag.com North Valley Jewish Community Association 623-322-0957 Pioneer United Methodist Church 602-320-7724 www.pioneerumcaz.org Pureheart Christian Fellowship 602-866-8850 www.pureheart.org Shalom Heritage 602-635-3722 www.shalomheritage.com Spur Cross Cowboy Church 623-556-7935 www.SpurCrossCowboyChurch.com

Sun Valley Baptist Church 623-986-1687 www.sunvalleybaptist.org Catholic Community of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne 623-465-9740 www.diocesephoenix.org Vineyard Christian Fellowship 623-551-1133 www.vineyardanthem.com

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Cabbage rolls serve as the ultimate “comfort food” for many people, especially for those people of Eastern European heritage. These rolls are traditionally made and served around the holidays

Recipe

and many of us have grown up eating them in our homes. This dish is tried and true – in fact, there is evidence that cave paintings have depicted meatloaves wrapped in edible leaves and cooked by primitive people. There are a number of ways to make cabbage rolls, and depending upon your particular ethnic background, you may have seen some variations on the recipe below. In honor of Oktoberfest we are presenting Haus Murphy’s traditional Cabbage Roll recipe so that you can give it a try at home in honor of the festival! Guten Appetit!

Cabbage Rolls (Kraut-Rouladen)

Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque

Ingredients: 1 head cabbage 2 eggs 1 tbsp chopped parsley 1 tsp butter 1/2 cup stewed tomatoes 5 tbsp cream

1 lb ground beef and pork mixed 1 onion, chopped 1 tbsp seasoning salt 1/2 cup beef stock 1 tbsp flour

Directions: Peel cabbage leaves and cook in salted water for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and spread out on table. If cabbage leaves are not large enough, use 2. Mix meat, eggs, chopped onion, parsley and seasoning salt and spread mixture on leaves. Roll up like a burrito. Fry cabbage rolls in butter until browned. Place in pot and cover with beef stock and stewed tomatoes. Cover and simmer for 1/4 hour; then bake in moderate oven at about 350 degrees for 3/4 hour. Place on hot platter. Add flour and cream to sauce in pan to make gravy. Serve with Spatzle or Potatoes

*Thank you to Chef Hoffman

of Haus Murphy’s for contributing this wonderful recipe.

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