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contents :: contributors 10
Meet the Coover Family
Shelly Spence :: owner/publisher shelly@imagesaz.com :: 623-341-8221
16 youth 18 High School Sports :: BCHS Boys’ Golf
stephanie maher palenque :: executive writer thewordnerd@thewordnerd.com
24 Community
Amanda christmann larson :: contributing writer
42 Haunted History
Jeffrey Cody :: contributing writer
44 Apple awards :: Excellence in Education
Donna Kublin :: contributing writer
50 Road less traveled :: Kelley Alexander
Jenny Brooks :: contributing writer
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Chamber profile :: Daisy Mountain Painting
Nigel spence :: contributing writer
56 Anthem Autumnfest
Brenna Orozco :: photographer
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Cave creek bicycle festival
Jerri Parness :: photographer
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Christal’s Cupcakes
Meaghan’s Dream :: graphic artist
66 Have a Haunted Halloween in Jerome 70
Fiber Artist :: Nancy Nakamoto
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Marketplace
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dining guide Spotlight :: Cafe Aroma
79 Local Index
Jeff Penzone :: advertising consultant jeff@imagesaz.com :: 623-341-0123
Imagesaz Magazine 623.341.8221 www.imagesaz.com
82 Recipe :: Homemade Caramel Apples
feature staff bio
Jeff Penzone is the newest addition to our ImagesAZ staff; he brings a wealth of experience as an advertising consultant, and will be a true asset to our team. Jeff is excited to introduce our new online and print advertising options to fit any size business or budget.
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Jeff is not only a proud Anthemite, he is also an involved community member. Along with his responsibilities to ImagesAZ, he is a professional trainer for the Anthem Soccer Club, and is the head boys’ soccer coach at Northwest Christian High School in North Phoenix. It’s no wonder that Jeff enjoys and participates in youth activities; he and his wife, Nancy, have been blessed with five children. Jeff is excited to work with our local businesses to help create inventive solutions for their marketing needs. He looks forward to meeting all of you.
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welcome D
uring my childhood trick or treating outings in California, it was a special treat to get a homemade
candy or caramel apple in my bag. It represented the season to me – along with the leaves crunching under my feet, and the cool nip in the air. Now, during my adult years in Arizona, the festivals that pop up across the Valley have come to characterize the season for me, and they are something that I, along with many other Arizonans, look forward to, year after year. There is a festival for everyone in the next month or so – no matter what your interests are: fine art, fine wine, bake-offs and cook-offs, silent auctions or international cuisine. Read through our October issue to find the ones that will help you enjoy the season, and them put them on your calendar! Strive to create memorable events with your own children this season. Set aside a night to make caramel apples together, bake cupcakes, or schedule a family apple- or pumpkin-picking outing. Your family will never forget the “magic” of this season! Cheers, Shelly Spence ImagesAZ Magazine 623-341-8221
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coover family Meet the
Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque Photographer Jerri Parness
F
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moments ...that is, unless you are on a
cream by the end of our visit. We spent
first date with the person who happens
hours talking and communicating. There
to be your soul mate! When Gary and
was never an uncomfortable moment.�
Gilmary Coover went on their first date
The Coovers have been married for 28
at a Howard Johnson’s in Ann Arbor,
years, and the love and level of comfort
Michigan, time stood still for these
that they share with each other is evident
lovebirds destined to be partners for
to all around them!
and
life. Gilmary shares, “We fell in love
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home in the Country Club. Gilmary has four nieces and nephews, two of whom are graduates of ASU, and a third is currently attending the University. Gary and Gilmary owned an import shoe company, followed by a custom cabinet company. Their move to Anthem, Arizona was prompted by their desire to live in a more family-friendly area for their son, Pierce. Pierce is 11 years old and is a fifth grader at Blessed Pope John Paul XXIII School in Scottsdale. He is an avid golfer and a junior foodie who takes his food critiques very seriously. When he was on a recent trip to New York City, he visited Bobby Flay’s restaurant, “Bar Americain” and asked to speak with him during the meal. When he was told that the Food Network star was out of town, he wrote him a note without blinking an eye, in which he critiqued Flay’s restaurant. In the note, he gave his opinion concerning the meal, including some “constructive” comments concerning his fork, which had a bent tine. His note led to a personal note written and sent by the Grill Man himself! In addition to Bobby Flay, Pierce’s culinary heroes Gary is a native of Yakima, Washington, and he was
include Michael Symon of the Food Network’s “Food
raised in Iowa and Illinois. He attended high school in the
Feuds” and “Iron Chef America,” and Robert Irvine of
Chicago area. He has a brother who lives in Sun City and
the Food Network’s “Dinner: Impossible,” “Restaurant:
a sister who lives in Chicago.
Impossible,” and “Worst Cooks in America.”
Gary worked as a merchandise manager before moving
That trip to the Big Apple was a memorable one for Pierce,
on to West Coast Sales Manager of Hush Puppies Shoes.
as well as the whole Coover Family. Pierce treasures his
He currently works at the Pro Shop in the Country Club,
memories of visiting with Santa at Tavern on the Green,
and he loves all things golf! Stay tuned to see how he
before it closed. He also loved his trip to F.A.O. Schwarz!
develops this interest in the future!
The Coovers’ next “dream trip” is one in which they travel through Scotland, England and Ireland so that Pierce can
Gilmary was born in Chicago and attended Barat College
enjoy learning more about his heritage.
(Sacred Heart) and Purdue University where she studied
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Business-Consumer and Family Science Retail. She
Mom and Dad encourage Pierce’s interests. They brought
worked as a retail buyer then enjoyed a long career in
him to a golf camp in California this past summer, and
the housing industry in the San Francisco Bay area with
when the Food Network show, “The Best Thing I Ever Ate”
Standard Pacific Homes. She has a sister who is a graduate
visited the Sweet Republic ice cream shop in Scottsdale,
of Arizona State University who just bought her second
Mom, Gilmary made certain that Pierce was there as well!
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Pierce was recently trained to be an alter server, and looks forward to being an active part of that ministry. The couple describes Anthem as, “the best community in Maricopa County.” Gilmary explains, “Anthem is a very special place, like no other. Our lives are so intertwined. The feeling of community is wonderful for both young and old.” Even though the Coovers moved from more urban areas to a community like Anthem, which is often referred to by non-residents as being “way out there,” they often reply by smiling with a resounding, “Yes, it is!” “When we drive over the hill at Pioneer Rd., we are struck by the beauty of the landscape, and we thank God that we are home,” shares the couple. Some of their favorite things to do as a family include playing golf, cooking together, and going to the movies. They treasure the time they spend with Gilmary’s mother, “Grammy,” Pierce’s only living grandparent. Gilmary adds, “We love attending Saturday mass at St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, then going out to dinner with the Kuchta and Palenque families. Our children have a great time together!” During the holiday season, they enjoy getting into pajamas, stopping at Starbucks for Gingerbread or Pumpkin Lattes, Hot Chocolate, or Cider, and then perusing the spectacular Christmas light displays that can be found in neighborhoods around Anthem, while The Coovers’ culinary tastes are eclectic. They make it a point to support local business whenever possible, but also love to discover “off the beaten path” restaurants that offer delicious, unique menus. The Coovers’ spiritual life and involvement in the church is very important to them. They attend St. Rose Phillippine Duschene Catholic Church in Anthem. “Father Mark Harrington is awesome,” share Gary and Gilmary. Gilmary has served in the religious education program and Gary is a Third Order Knight in the Knights of Columbus.
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singing Christmas carols. Decorated homes around Anthem might see surprise “thank you” notes left by the Coover Family this year! Many of life’s most important lessons are not lost on the couple, who have shared so many happy years together, and look forward to many happy healthy years ahead. At the top of their list are these three: love each other as much as life itself, disagree/quarrel fairly and love intensely, and most importantly, keep God and your faith in the center of your life.
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Youth
Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque
Service Dog for Luke: Update Often, we don’t realize the support system that we have in place until we need it. Then, once we do, we are so grateful for what we do have. Luke Van Alstine, and mom Roxann, the Anthem residents who were hoping to raise money for a service dog to aid in the day-to-day challenges that they faced due to Luke’s Autism, finally reached their goal. It wasn’t without the kind, giving hearts of many Anthem residents. At press time, the Van Alstines were enjoying the eve before they would start a grueling two to three week period, during which they would meet and train their new dog. However, dog training wasn’t the biggest thing on their minds – gratitude for the love and support of friends and neighbors was. Among the people they would like to thank are:
Major contributors: Iris Weiss Thrivent Financial WINO Club Shantz Construction The Skincare Studio
Anthem Giving Circle Holly Matson We Care of Anthem McAvoy Harbor
Generous Donors: Susan Ryndak Cynthia McCash Christi Beilstein Amy McClusky Heidi Bonaroti Arion Care Solutions clients and employees The Van Alstines would like to express their gratitude to Q-to-U BBQ, the Kearney Family for orchestrating and working the car wash at CVS on Daisy Mountain Rd., and for the donations and purchases at the community garage sale. We wish the Van Alstines much luck during training, and look forward to meeting Luke’s new dog!
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Sports
Boulder creek
Writer Nigel Spence Photos By Brenna Photography
Boys’ GOLF
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The Boulder Creek High School Boys Golf season
As the daytime temperatures began to dip below the
has been a tale of two completely different halves.
century mark, the Boulder Creek High School golf team
Hindered by practice restrictions and the cancelation of
started heating up, playing incredible golf on a daily
key matches by the District at the very beginning of the
basis through the middle of September. With the team
season due to extreme heat, the team struggled. The
needing to shoot within eight shots of the course rating,
players felt that they were not getting enough time to
recording the low four scores of the five players, on
practice, the coaches needed the players to continue
five separate occasions to reach the state tournament,
to play to determine positions on the team, and all of
the Jags attained this goal in one magical week. They
the time the clock was ticking, reducing the number of
managed to achieve this feat on five courses, with
opportunities that the team would have to shoot the
different players sharing the role of low score.
scores required to reach the standards to make the State Championship Tournament.
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“Going into the season I knew that we had a very good
Unlike years past, there is not one or two players
team, perhaps the deepest team that Boulder Creek
contending for medalist honors at each match, it is the
High School has ever had,” eight year head Coach Jay
entire starting line up. While the familiar names and
Kopas said. “But the beginning of the season is always
faces from seasons past have once again served as
difficult. Golf is an individual sport for these guys all
contributors to the team, it has been the improved play
summer long and then all of a sudden they have to
of the players who did not see a full playing schedule last
come together as a team and work within a group
year, who have been most impressive. Sophomore Riley
atmosphere. Combine those circumstances with the
Schank, junior Jacob Richards and senior Conrad Smith
days over 110 degrees when we could not practice, and
have been the players who have really strengthened their
it just put us a little behind where we would have liked
games, shooting scores in the mid to high thirties for nine
to have been. The golf we have played recently and the
holes more often than not. These three players have
momentum that the team is currently carrying is more
added some real depth to the four returning starters from
who I think that this team is.”
last season, Brenden Bone, Alec Bone, Kevin Karlson and Nick Norgaard, who led the school to an 11th place finish at last year’s state championship.
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“Selecting the starting five players is going to be one of the biggest challenges going forward. If we have five guys playing really well, we have displayed that we have the ability to shoot under par as a team. If we can do that at the state championship, we will be right there contending for the title with the best two or three teams in the entire state,” Kopas announced. As golf is a Varsity only sport, with no JV or freshman teams to serve as farm players, Coach Kopas selects a couple of players from the tryout process to be a part of the team with the idea that the experience gained will help them develop into future starters. This year sophomore Justin Sharp and freshmen Tyler Raab and Spencer McGrath filled those roles. Each have developed new skills throughout the season and all three are shaping up
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to be very strong high school players of the future. The team will take the next month to prepare for the State Championship to be hosted by Randolph Golf Club, in Tucson on October 28th and 29th. In that month they hope to defend their Deer Valley Cup crown from last season, have good performances in both Chandler and Flagstaff tournaments and continue to improve their games. “We are very fortunate to be able to practice and play at the Anthem Golf and Country Club. Being allowed the use of these amenities is instrumental to the program’s success as the boys experience world class
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Our community Courage and Faith Sculpture The Rural-Metro Fire Station in Carefree was the recent recipient of Courage and Faith, a bronze sculpture commemorating the 10-year anniversary of the tragic events that took place on Sept. 11, 2001. The statue, depicting a firefighter carrying an angel, was created and donated by artist Ron Head who was so moved while watching events unfold on his television that day, he immediately began creating the piece and finished it within three days after seeing the Twin Towers fall. The art is permanently installed and publicly displayed at the Carefree Fire Station, 37401 N. Tom Darlington Road, in Carefree. A commemorative plaque will accompany the sculpture that pays homage to the “brotherhood” of firefighter, said Carefree Councilman Glenn Miller, a former firefighter from Chicago.
The Caepe School Helps Students Prepare For College Tamara Lee, Head of School of The Caepe School, recently announced a unique program to offer students a personalized and comprehensive college counseling program that focuses on helping Caepe students find a group of colleges that fits their interests. The program, specifically designed by Dr. Christopher L. Wylie, is a welcome addition to the advanced curriculum The Caepe School currently delivers. “As the School continues to advance in the grade levels that it offers, it becomes necessary to help students choose their college futures,” stated Tamara Lee. The Caepe Schools believes that it’s essential to provide each student ample opportunity in their early high school years to develop their individual interest, take intellectual risks and also to change their mind. Every course offered by The Caepe School is appropriate for students planning to attend a rigorous and highly selective college. Tamara went on to say “The real world technical applications continue to evolve and the school stays current in teaching these applications so that our students are up to date with as many resources available to them to prepare them for college and beyond.”
New Officers Elected to GFWC North Valley Women’s Club Beverly McCarty will take the reigns as president of the GFWC North Valley Women’s Club for 2011-2012. McCarty is an active community leader who works with numerous organizations. She will direct the club as it continues its goal of making a difference in the North Valley communities. “This is an extraordinary group of women who have accomplished a tremendous amount since the club’s inception,” said McCarty. “I’m happy to help guide the club in the many projects we will tackle in the coming year.” Some of those future projects include a clothing drive for the homeless veterans in the Valley, Christmas stockings for Phoenix inner-city kids, Leadership Scholarship and a Volunteer of the Year award. Also elected were: Cher Kowalski, VP Membership; Val Davis, VP Public Relations; Renie Sullivan, Treasurer; Emily Wrinkle, Secretary; Kathy Sanzone and Pam Pullem, co-chairs, Ways and Means and Philanthropy. www.gfwcnorthvalley.org info@gfwcnorthvalley.org
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Desert Foothills Theatre: Upcoming Shows Promise Fun for the Entire Family Desert Foothills Theatre is kicking off their season with a fun-filled production of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” on Friday, Oct. 28th through Sunday, Nov. 6th. The production is directed by Mark Clemente, and will feature tons of toe-tapping rhythms, funny songs, and familiar characters! Tickets range from $12 to $20. Matinee (2 p.m.) and evening (7:30 p.m.) performances vary depending on date. The first Main Stage show of the season is “The Music Man,” set for Nov. 10th through 20th and will be directed by D. Scott Withers. Show times are at 7:30 p.m. for the Thursday, Nov. 10th Preview Night; Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets range from $15 to $20 for children under 18, and from $22 to $30 for adults. Both shows will be presented at Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center’s Black Box Theatre (33606 N. 60th St. in North Scottsdale). www.desertfoothillstheater.com; 480-488-1981
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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! Performances take place on Oct. 13th , 14th and 15th at 7 p.m., and
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October 14-16 Rotary Round Up The public is invited to three special events under the Rotary tent in the Anthem Community Park. On Friday night, the Daisy Mountain Veterans will host an evening of Bingo gaming fun. Early-bird bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. ($3.00) and regular bingo will begin at 7 p.m. The opening packet cost is $15. On Saturday evening, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., the now-famous Rotary Roundup will take place. Wear your best cowboy attire and sample some delicious BBQ and fixin’s at
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October 15 OUTLETS AT ANTHEM’S SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA In their seventh year of dedication to Valley charities, Outlets at Anthem is holding its annual Shopping Extravaganza. Shopping Extravaganza is a one-day, limited admission charity fundraising event in which proceeds benefit an assortment of local charitable and non-profit organizations. Event ticket holders help support good causes while they also receive exclusive one-day-only discounts and offers, a special shopper lunch, wine, dessert bar and have an opportunity to win several raffle prizes from the more than $35,000 worth of goods from participating stores. Last year’s event raised more than $25,000 for well-deserving organizations in the Valley. Tickets to this fashionable event are just $20 each with 75% of the proceeds benefiting the participating Valley charitable organizations. Tickets can be purchased through
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Oct. 11th at the Outlets Customer Service Desk located in the Food Pavilion, directly through the partner charities or online. 623-465-9500 www.outletsanthem.com
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October 15 & 16 St. Rose Fall Festival: Bigger and Better Than Ever! Mark your calendar for Oct. 15th and 16th for the 2011 St. Rose Fall Festival Car & Motorcycle Show. The Festival, which will take place on the St. Rose Catholic Community campus (2825 West Rose Canyon Circle, Anthem, AZ), will be open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and 12 noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Here are just some of the highlights your family will enjoy: Car and Motorcycle Show: Register your car or motorcycle for a chance to win the “People’s Choice” Award. On Sunday, come and go as you please and enjoy our Fall Festival and all it has to offer. Live and Silent Auctions: The live auction, which will feature a Harley Davidson motorcycle, a one-week vacation in an RV, and a TAG Heuer Women’s Watch by Braidy Jewlers, among other exciting items will begin at 6 p.m. The Silent Auction runs until 7 p.m. when winners will be announced. Raffle: First prize: $1000, Second prize: $500, and Third prize: $250. Winners need not be present to win but must be 21 years of age to enter. Tickets are $5 each, or six for $25. Drawing will be held on Sunday, Oct. 16th. International Food: American (Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Philly Cheese Steaks), Italian (Lasagna, Garlic Bread, Antipasto), Mexican (Pork and Beef Tacos, Lemon scented rice, Pork Refried Beans), and Filipino (Lumpia, Pork BBQ, Steamed Jasmine Rice) meal choices. Live Entertainment: On Saturday, enjoy Spotlight GLEE, Starlight IDOLS from SKYE, Branded Country, and Sean Mullaney, featuring a Saturday night concert from Terry Davies of SKYE, showcasing the Chicago Tribute Band and the Jersey Boys. On Sunday, enjoy Sean Mullaney, Tumbleweed Junction, and Branded Country. Kids’ games & inflatable rides for all ages will be on site. Horseback rides and Minute-to-Win It games. You name it, and it will probably be on offer at this festival. Bring the whole family down to enjoy the weekend. 623-465-9740 ext.109 www.stroseparishaz.org
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your family’s spot in open swim (4 to 5 p.m. or 5 to 6 p.m.) please sign up at the front desk. Entrance “fee” is two canned or boxed food items to donate to inner city food bank. 1930 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Phoenix; 623-879-7408; www.aqua-tots.com
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October 15-16 Taste of Cave Creek The best of what culinary delights Cave Creek has to offer will be on display at this year’s “Taste of Cave Creek” event on Oct. 15th and 16th. The tasting event will feature tastes from more than 20 Cave Creek area restaurants including Alberto’s, Bad Donkey, Bart’s Indian Village, Big Earl’s Greasy Eats, Binkley’s, Brisam’s, Brix Wine Spot, Bryan’s BBQ, Buffalo Chip Saloon, Café Bink, Cave Creek Coffee Company & Wine Bar, Carefree Resort & Villas, Cave Creek Pour House, Cartwright’s Sonoran Ranch Steakhouse, Cody’s Smokehouse, Dairy Queen, El Encanto, Electric Eel, Firecreek, Harold’s Cave Creek Corral, Heart & Soul Café, The Hideaway, The Horny Toad, Janey’s Coffee House, Le Sans Souci, Los Mesquites Taqueria, Saba’s, Tonto Bar & Grill, and more. Also on tap will be wine, beer, and Cruz tequila tastings, a craft beer garden, live country and rock music with Cave Creek’s favorite bands, Desert Foothills Film Festival showings, and a fine art exhibit and sale from select artists from the Sonoran Arts League. Tasting events are always a wonderful way to get out and sample a wide variety of what the town’s eateries have to offer, while soaking up the character of the town itself. Get out and “taste” a bit of this unique and character-filled town! Stagecoach Village 7100 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek; www.tasteofcavecreek.com; 480-488-1400. Tickets: $10 for one day, or both days for $15. Tickets are available at the gate, and at participating restaurants. Food tastings from $1 to $4 each.
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October 21 11th Annual Foothills Empty Bowls Project Anyone who has been to the Foothills Empty Bowls Project Lunch in Carefree knows what a wonderful opportunity it is to choose a beautiful piece of art, have a tasty lunch, and help others in the process! If you have never attended this event, don’t let this year slip by without attending! The 11th Annual Foothills Empty Bowls Project Lunch is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 21st from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Carefree Town Center. For a minimum donation of $15, attendees can choose an original, hand-crafted ceramic or glass bowl, dine on pasta provided by Carefree Resort and Conference Center, and bid on artwork offered by members of the Sonoran Arts League in the silent auction. This year, the project needs your support more than ever. According to Pam DiPietro, the food bank’s executive director, the need for services has increased nearly 700% since 2007. “In September 2007, the Foothills Food Bank served 74 families with 3,862 pounds of food. Last month, we served 345 families with 28,845 pounds of food,” she said. Come out for what promises to be a beautiful day, and a wonderful opportunity to contribute to a needy cause. www.foothillsfoodbank.com; 480-488-1145
October 22 A “Touch” of Native Peoples – Children’s Program From 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Cave Creek Museum, 6140 Skyline Drive, Cave Creek, kids and adults can experience pottery making, flint knapping (projectile points) and sandal making in this unique handson, educational workshop. The native people of the Desert Foothills area, their daily life, talents, and tools inspire this workshop. Admission to the Cave Creek Museum is free; a cost of $10 applies to those wishing to participate in the workshop. Seating is limited and reservations for the workshop are requested prior to Oct. 21st . 480-488-2764
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October 21-23 “Taste of Greece” Festival in Peoria The Greeks have a word for it – “thav-ma-sios” – which means “wonderful.” And wonderful is what you will experience at the 24th annual “Taste of Greece” festival hosted by St. Haralambos Church in Peoria on the weekend of Friday, Oct. 21 through Sunday, Oct. 23. In addition to founding democracy, the Greeks also invented fabulous food and dances. Plenty of both will be on hand, in addition to beer, wine, and soft drinks to indulge in while you tap your feet to the rousing music of a live Greek band and shop for beautiful and unique gift items such as jewelry and art in the marketplace set up for the occasion. And the children won’t be neglected either, as a fantasy fun playground of giant inflatable toys will be on site where they can jump, bounce and slide to their heart’s content. Festival Hours: Friday, Oct. 21st, 5-10 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 22nd, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 23rd, 12 noon -8 p.m. St. Haralambos Church, located at 7950 W. Pinnacle Peak Road – just east of 83rd Ave. in Peoria. Admission:
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October 21-23 Steelers Fan Fest Weekend
When the Arizona Cardinals play the Pittsburgh Steelers this season on Oct. 23rd, the tiny Western town of Cave Creek, Arizona, will be transformed into a virtual suburb of Pittsburgh when more than 3,000 Steelers converge to watch the game from the bar they fondly call “Heinz Field West” – Harold’s Cave Creek Corral (6895 E. Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek). To celebrate, Harold’s and Mel Blount Youth Home are hosting a “Steelers Fan Fest Weekend” Friday, Oct. 21st through Sunday, Oct. 23rd . The festive weekend kicks off on Friday, with the Mel Blount Youth Home Charity Golf Tournament (times to be determined). On Saturday, the desert town will be bustling with fans donning their black and gold. Harold’s popular “Fan Fest” fundraiser takes place from 2 to 10 p.m. and will feature meet and greets with former Steelers players, interactive games, Pittsburgh delicacies, Iron City beer, and live music featuring local and Pittsburgh bands, including Donnie Iris. Former Steelers scheduled to make appearances include Hall of Famer Mel Blount, Mike Merriweather, Louis Lipps, Mike Wagner, Andy Russell and others. General admission cost $10; VIP tickets range from $30 to $50 and include premium seating. All proceeds will benefit Mel Blount Youth Home. On Game Day, Harold’s will bus 200 fans to their tailgate party at the University of Phoenix stadium. Some 3,000 fans are expected to watch the game from Harold’s and cheer their beloved Steelers while waving their “terrible towels” and singing Polka and Steelers fight songs. Admission is $10. All proceeds will benefit Mel Blount Youth Home. 480-488-1906 www.haroldscorral.com
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October 25 Mix and Mingle Mah Jongg Mania The North Valley Jewish Community Association invites you to come along and join old friends or meet new ones at the Mix and Mingle Mah Jongg Mania event taking place at St. Rose Church, 2825 West Rose Canyon Circle, Anthem, AZ. The event will begin at 10 a.m.
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October 28 Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers will rock Cave Creek during a special outdoor concert on Friday, Oct. 28th at Harold’s Corral, 6895 E. Cave Creek Road, in Cave Creek. Gates open at 8:30 p.m. and the band will take the stage at 9:30 p.m. The concert is co-presented by Danny Zelisko Presents and takes place during the town’s festive Halloween “Cave Creek Wicked” event. Advance tickets are available at www.Ticketmaster.com or at Harold’s Corral. VIP seats cost $45; general admission seats cost $35 and general admission standing tickets cost $20. Day of show tickets can be purchased
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October 29 Desert Runner Trail Series: Cave Creek Thriller! Aravaipa Running LLC is hosting the first race in the Desert Runner Trail Series, which offers organized trail runs across Maricopa County, at Cave Creek Regional Park (located North of Carefree Highway at the end of 32nd St). The Desert Runner Trail Series has two point-
divisions: Trail and Ultra. The 30 km race at Cave Creek Regional Park (CCRP) will score points in the “Trail Series”, while the 50 km race will score points in the “Ultra Series”. Event hours are 5:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. The race start and finish area will be stationed at Ramadas Two and Three, just past the Park Nature Center. The course at CCRP is a 10 km loop of the Go John and Overton Trails. Participants may choose to run a 10 km, 30 km, or 50 km (multiple loops of the same course). All participants and spectators are required to pay the park entry fee and camping fees will apply if staying overnight. Campers must stay in designated camp sites. The trails will remain open to the public throughout the event and no public roads will be closed. The course will close to participants at 5:00 p.m. Considering the date of this event, runners and spectators are encouraged to come in costume! Aravaipa Running LLC has no affiliation with Maricopa County Parks Department. All registration and event questions should be addressed to Jamil Coury at 602-361-7440 or Nick Coury at 602-828-6629. www.aravaiparunning.com
October 29-30 AZ Goddess Conference 2011 The First Annual AZ Goddess Conference will be held October 29-30, 2011 at the Peaceful Spirit Enrichment Center, 49014 N. 24th Ave., New River, AZ, 85087. This event offers women 2 power packed days of inspiring workshops, labyrinth walks, festivities, and nutritious food all in the beautiful Sonoran desert. The AZ Goddess Conference is designed to help women reconnect, re-energize and reflect. Detailed information and registration forms can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/AZGoddessConference2011
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November 1 On The Towne Community Theatre: Nutcracker What do you get when you add splendid lyrics to a simplified version of Tchaikovsky’s famous score for The Nutcracker? You get On the Towne’s next no cut, no audition production! In this exciting, heartwarming production children will learn the joy of performing while learning important aspects of theatre, including, but not limited to, vocalization, dance, character development, stage presence, self and group discipline, and theatrical protocol. Classes start on Nov. 1st and are held on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m. at Canyon Springs School. Performances are December 9th and 10th at Cross of Christ Church. This is a 36 hour program designed for children ages 5 to 14. The cost is $200 per child with a 25% sibling discounts available. www.onthetownetheatre.org; onthetowne@cox.net; 623-594-3832
November 4-6 Carefree Art & Wine Festival The Carefree Art & Wine festival is nationally known, and recognized as the largest wine tasting even in Arizona. With the gorgeous Sonoran backdrop of Carefree, the streets of the town are closed, making room for more than 165 artists and in excess of 5000 original masterpieces of fine art. Festival attendees will survey artists’ work in small, medium, and monumental life-sized bronze sculptures, metal, clay, wood, stone, glass, and mixed media sculptures. There is an array of pottery, photography, handcrafted jewelry, batiks, and select fine crafts at the festival. Spectacular oil and acrylic paintings on canvas, as well as media including watercolors, pastel, charcoal, etchings, and mixed media will be on display. The culinary arts will also be well-represented at the festival. First-class wines from all over the world will be available, as well as delicious food and mouthwatering chocolates. Carefree’s restaurants and outdoor cafes will be open to service hungry festival-goers as well! No one should be deprived of the beauty and unique quality of fine art. There is something for every taste, and every price range. www.thunderbirdartists.com
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November 5 St. Rose’s Market on the Move (MOM) Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., will be an exciting day for St. Rose Catholic Community as they introduce the “Market on the Move” to Anthem and surrounding areas. With a Farmers’ Market atmosphere, the MOM program that will aid in distributing 60 lbs. of fresh fruit and vegetables to participants for just a $10 donation, will also feature an expanded selection of products over the coming months including made-from-scratch tamales, Asian mini pancakes, and baked goods including fresh homemade loaves of zucchini, banana and carrot wholesome breads. In addition to getting healthy foods for the participants, there will even be gourmet organic treats for our four-legged friends! Also, on hand to provide a live musical entertainment is a rendition by “Sean and Greg” referred to as the premier acoustic duo in Phoenix by many music aficionados. Market on the Move is a co-op initiative to promote healthy eating in our community and in surrounding areas. If you know someone who would like to take advantage of the opportunity to receive 60 pounds of fresh produce, please pass the word along and mark the date on your calendar. St. Rose is located at 2825 W. Rose Canyon Circle in Anthem. If you are interested in volunteering, please call
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November 5 LDS Meetinghouse Grand Opening The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints completed construction of a meetinghouse that will serve nearly 1200 of its members who reside in Anthem. To celebrate the opening of the meetinghouse, local Latter-day Saints are preparing an open house for the public. From 3 to 8 p.m., tours of the new building will be available for people of all ages, faiths and backgrounds. “We have waited years for a meetinghouse in this area and we are excited to open the doors of this beautiful building to the community,” said Kenneth Johnson, bishop of the Gavilan Peak Ward, one of two congregations that will use the facility. The 16,500 square foot meetinghouse is located on the corner of Anthem Way and Daisy Mountain Dr.
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November 11 Anthem Veterans Memorial Dedication and Opening Ceremony The public is invited to attend the dedication and opening ceremony of the Anthem Veterans Memorial on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11th at 10:00 a.m. in the Anthem Community Park. The dedication and opening ceremony is sponsored by Associated Asset Management (AAM) and PulteGroup, Inc. Anthem resident, and retired United States Army Major General, Louis W. Prentiss, Jr. will provide the keynote address. A West Point graduate in 1950, Major General Prentiss received his Masters of Science at Princeton University. He spent 14 of his 31 years in the military on active duty overseas and is the recipient of the Distinguished Service Medal, Bronze Star, 1 Oak Leaf Cluster (OLC), Legion of Merit (2 OLC), Air Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (2 OLC), Commendation Medal and several foreign decorations. A highlight of the dedication and opening ceremony will occur at precisely 11:11 a.m. when the sun’s rays will pass through elliptical openings in the Memorial’s five pillars and perfectly illuminate a mosaic of The Great Seal of the United States, a phenomenon that will be repeated every Veterans Day, Nov. 11th , at 11:11 a.m. This special event will be highlighted by a Pentagon approved two-plane flyover from Luke Air Force Base. Craig Boates, Anthem Community Council president, will serve as the dedication master of ceremony. Also speaking will be Anthem resident, project originator and chairman, United States Navy Rear Admiral (Ret.) Ron Tucker, Congressman Ben Quayle (AZ-District 3) and Anthem resident and local Veterans Day parade chair United States Marine Corporal Mary Ann Derryberry. Music will be provided by ProMusica Arizona Brass Ensemble, and the Musical Theater of Anthem will assist in the singing of the National Anthem. “It is our hope the Anthem Veterans Memorial will honor veterans in a way that touches the hearts of every citizen who visits it,” says Ron Tucker. “As people all over America celebrate a moment of silence at 11:11 a.m. on Nov. 11th starting in 2011, those residents and visitors in Anthem will witness a truly amazing event. It was an honor to serve our country, and it is a great privilege to have worked on this project,” adds Tucker.
November 12 Anthem Pets Join Anthem Pets for a Casino Night party on Saturday,
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Left to Right: Wayne D. Carroll, Amanda Carroll Flores, James J. Carroll, III and Christopher J. Mills.
The Carroll Law Firm “Providing real solutions that you can afford”
Jim Carroll and his family originally purchased a home in Anthem as a vacation home with the intention of retiring to the community in the future. However, after making their first visits to Anthem, the family decided not to wait for retirement, but rather to relocate to the community in 2006. When he and his family moved to Anthem, Jim planned to practice estate planning as a solo attorney. Not long after he opened the doors to his Anthem office, however, Jim quickly realized that Anthem was an underserved community, with great need for attorneys in a variety of different areas of law. Jim, who has over three decades of legal experience, decided to expand his practice both in staff size and practice areas to meet the community’s demand. The Carroll Law Firm now has five attorneys and handles almost every type of legal matter.
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Jim took care to choose associates who live in the Anthem area. “Living in the community you serve requires a higher sense of responsibility and accountability,” Jim explains. “The decision to bring our expertise to our community was no accident. Our law firm takes great pride in serving and giving back to our own community. We understand the difficult circumstances that face our community today, and we are prepared and proud to provide our friends, neighbors, and fellow local business owners with the best representation possible.” As Anthem continues to recover from this terrible recession, the law firm continues to assist the community in a variety of matters. The Carroll Law Firm currently offers professional consultations and representation for bankruptcies, wills and estate planning, business
establishment, traffic and DUI’s, criminal law, family law, probate law, contract law, and more. The Carroll Law Firm also offers advice on short sales and foreclosures, a problem that has plagued the Anthem community over the past few years. As Jim says, “We take the fear out of the process. Many people do not know what to expect, but feel that they have no other options. We sit down with our clients and explain how the process works. In some cases we save our clients thousands of dollars with one consultation.” The Carroll Law Firm is moving to a new expanded suite as of Oct. 1, 2011. The new offices are located in the front of the same complex, “The Gateway Office Complex,” but are now in Building “E” which fronts directly on Venture Drive. The new location allows the available space for the continued growth and expansion of the firm, and greater convenience for clients. The new suite is about twice the size of the former location, and includes more convenient parking with a greater number of available spaces and more conference room space for cases involving multiple parties. The Carroll Law Firm has enjoyed becoming a part of the fabric of the Anthem community, and looks forward to continuing the tradition of providing quality legal representation at affordable pricing. The firm will be hosting an open house at the new location on Oct. 21, 2011 from 4-8 p.m. and would like to extend an invitation to all members of the community. Refreshments will be served. The Open House is a great opportunity for community members that have not met our attorneys and staff to stop by and allow us to further introduce ourselves to the community. This advertorial was brought to you by Carroll Law Firm.
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“You unlock this door with the key of imagination. Beyond it is another dimension - a dimension of sound, a dimension of sight, a dimension of mind. You’re moving into a land of both shadow and substance, of things and ideas. You’ve just crossed over into the Twilight Zone.” Rod Serling
The sun has set. Darkness is settling over the Village. There won’t be any moon tonight: ideal conditions for the ghosts, goblins, spirits and haunts of Pioneer Living History Museum to roam the Village. You are cordially invited to join them in their revelries, but you won’t have to go alone. There are experienced ghoul guides ready and willing to usher you into the “zone” of master storytellersspeakers for the dead, historians of the macabre. Last year, the first year of Pioneer Arizona’s Haunted History, was a hairraising success! So many inquires were made anticipating the 2011 event, that it was determined to extend the excitement to a third evening of storytelling. This year, Oct. 28th, 29th, and 30th have been set aside to provide even more ghastly, ghostly, grisly adventure based on actual events from Arizona and Southwest lore. This year the adventure begins at 6 p.m. in the Event Arena, where a celebrated spirit from Arizona’s colorful past will greet you and introduce you to your ghoul guide. For the next 90 minutes you will enter a world usually reserved only for denizens of the night, a Pioneer Twilight Zone. Many of the buildings at Pioneer have been moved from their original homes, from locations in remote areas of Arizona. Many have seen horrible deeds performed and, in some of them, the ghosts of the past still reside. You are about to cross the threshold into this other dimension as your ghoul guide escorts you to each of Pioneer’s Haunted Historians, who will relate legendary
stories of Southwest disasters, murders, hangings and lost loves. So make your reservations now. This is your chance to experience the other side of Arizona’s past -- the side that only darkness can uncover. You might meet Headless Charlie, and learn why he will never find his head. Will Miss Roxy ever be able to confront the “rude ghost” at her ranch? For some spirits, the Civil War will never end, and ghostly old gunfighters are still being challenged by young men looking for glory. There is no telling who, or what, you might meet on the streets of Pioneer Village-after dark. Do not expect artificial scares on these nights (hockey masks, chainsaws, etc.), only actual tales of terror, heartache and revenge. These will be more than adequate. As the hair rises on the back of your neck, as your spine begins to tingle, and as you experience a whisper of air against your cheek, you will understand. Life for our ancestors was tough, and only the strong, or the lucky, survived. The place to be this Halloween Weekend is Pioneer Living History Museum, just north of Carefree Highway, off I-17. The event is the 2nd Annual Haunted History and will take place on October 28th, 29th, and 30th. The cost is $11/person. Sales begin September 15 for ages 8 years-adult, no pets please. Tickets are limited and presold. Call now… while there is still time! Master Card and VISA are accepted. Please call 623-465-1052 to make your reservations early.
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October Apple Award Winner: Dr. Fred Boyd, Westwind Academy
Excellence in Education
Writer Amanda Christmann Larson Photography by Jerri Parness
ImagesAZ Magazine wants to acknowledge some of the most unique and creative teachers and programs in our schools. Each month, we recognize 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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October Apple Award Winner: Dr. Fred Boyd, Westwind Academy If there’s one word to describe Dr. Fred Boyd, it’s “enthusiastic.” The classroom where he teaches biology,
chemistry,
psychology,
anatomy
and
physiology is an extension of his own mind … interesting, full of life and a little bit random—in a good way. When he talks about his students, his passion for their future, full of hope and promise, opportunity and social responsibility, is contagious. He wants them to succeed, and the message comes across loud and clear. Dr. Boyd’s vitae is nothing short of impressive. His Ph.D. is in Physiology and Biochemistry from the University of Florida. He is the author of more than 20 scholarly articles, and he has taught and done research at Yale, UMass, Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and University of Minnesota. He is on the faculty of Paradise Valley Community College. Behind the doors of a high school classroom seems an unlikely spot to find someone of his academic caliber, yet some of his most exciting work is being done at Westwind Academy, where he began teaching this year. Sitting on a stool next to an enclosed rainforest ecosystem where two small boa constrictors share space with an anole and fire-bellied frogs, Dr. Boyd’s easy manner and quick wit come through as he speaks. He is just as likely to make a joke as he is to share his fervor about the future for today’s high school students. “Students today are entering the most exciting time in the history of mankind,” he says with heartfelt enthusiasm. “The rate of change and the rate of growth has never before in the history of mankind been anything like what we are going to be seeing as far as knowledge and technology, and pure numbers of neurons that will be clicking 20 to 25 years from today. We are entering an incredible time.”
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He smiles as he speaks, and has an easy way of turning explanations into stories, drawing students into the center of the tale and making them want to know more. “Everybody has something they know about, and if you listen, it does change you,” he says, speaking just as much about his own knowledge as what he has learned from his students. “My job is to teach. I have about 50 kids I interact with during the day, and for the most part, they all listen. That means that, in two to three days, they are going to know something they didn’t know before because I interacted with them. It really doesn’t get much more rewarding than that.” “Right now, do you realize that there are just as many people alive as have ever been alive throughout human history?” he says, more of a statement than a question, but thought-provoking, nonetheless. “There are as many people alive on the earth as have died all throughout history. These young people today are going to have 10 to 15 billion people working along with them. I want my students to be able to grab on to the technology and the opportunities that are coming their way and be able to run with them.” Dr. Boyd is quickly becoming a favorite teacher at Westwind Academy, where he is among several other teachers and administrators working to make the institution an International Baccalaureate School. He knows the material and has the gift of making the driest scientific data fascinating. He not only teaches the materials, he helps students to realize its potential effects on their lives and their future. For example, one of his favorite exercises is journaling. Students log in to his website, where news feeds continually pour the latest developments, discoveries and interesting tidbits about biology, chemistry and other science-related topics. Students are required to read articles that interest them, then post online journal entries about what they read, including a critique of the article and the impact on their own lives. Students learn about science in a real-world way, utilizing technology, writing skills, comprehension and many more areas of academic focus. They learn to incorporate science into their own lives, and realize how much it is already ingrained in their world.
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So much more happens inside
has been a natural fit, Dr. Boyd
his classroom. It has become a
says. “I can’t imagine a better
laboratory for life in many ways.
environment in which to teach. My
Birds, lizards, cockroaches and
largest class is 19 students. We
turtles each have their own habitat
have thermometers, heating plates,
in
and
beakers and all of the things we
cages throughout the room. Their
need to do a lot of science. My
life cycles, reproductive cycles,
colleagues are wonderful, and there
needs and interactions become
are no students who are getting lost
more than textbook theories; they
in the background. If something is
become interesting and accessible
going on with a student, we know
examples of the work happening on
about it.”
aquariums,
terrariums
Nolan E. Cordon, DMD,MS, PC
the chalk board and in lectures, and the students love it.
As a group of students files into the classroom, eager for their next
“My goal is to try to make kids
period of science class, Dr. Boyd
want to be here. It makes me
looks at them and concludes,
tremendously happy when they
“Somewhere on this little planet is
come in during lunch to look at the
another Plato, another Einstein,
snakes, or bring in their siblings
another Copernicus. The challenge
after school,” he says.
is to identify those people now so that tomorrow they have the
“I enjoy watching students start
information they need to be put on
to connect the dots,” he explains.
a fast track to the 22nd Century.
“A common misconception in the public about science is that it’s
Creating Smiles Since 1996.
“This is an exciting time.”
somehow clean and organized and perfect. My experience with science,
We are proud to honor Westwind
and I’ve done science on every level
Academy’s Dr. Fred Boyd with the
from high school to medical school,
ImagesAZ 2011 October Apple
is that science is serendipitous and
Award, and we thank all of the
full of randomness. There are no
teachers
straight lines in science.”
our schools for their continuing
and
administrators
in
commitment to both academic Teaching at Westwind Academy
and character education for our
in its third year as an area school
community’s students.
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Adventure
Writer Jeffrey Cody
CAVE CREEK REGIONAL PARK: YOUR OUTDOOR-ADVENTURE DESTINATION It’s time to get back into the adventure of desert living at Cave Creek Regional Park. Park Ranger, Sarah Steele and her dedicated staff and volunteers are gearing up for a great year. If you and the kids like learning about the desert, its history and its denizens, there’s no better place to visit. INFO: Cave Creek Regional Park is located north of Carefree Highway, seven miles east of I-17 and two miles north on 32nd Street. Park admission is $6 per vehicle or $75 for a yearly vehicle pass. What to bring: Please wear sturdy shoes (closed-toe), dress appropriately for the weather, and bring more water than you think you will need. NOTES: Fees for guided hikes and programs are included in the park entry fee of $6 per vehicle or with your annual pass. Reservations are not required unless specified in the program description. Hikes/programs are canceled if heavy inclement weather is imminent. If possible, canceled hikes will be posted on the website. For more detailed explanation of events visit CCRP at: www.maricopa.gov/parks/cave_creek.
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Creatures of the desert On the mornings of Oct. 15th and 29th, and Nov. 11th , at 10 a.m., join the staff as they feed the reptiles in the Nature Center. Then, come back at 2 p.m. on Oct. 15th and Nov. 11th to learn about the venomous creatures that you may find around the Valley. Tarantulas and scorpions are the stars on Oct. 29th at 2 p.m., and let’s not forget the birds. On Nov. 5th at 1 p.m., our youngest hikers along with other nature lovers will enter the Nature Center to learn more about our feathered neighbors. Finally, the chickens get the spotlight on the evening of Nov. 5th. A special bird presentation in the Nature Center will be followed by a popular animated film. You can even bring your own 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.
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.
Fitness Begin your morning exercise at the Go John Trailhead on Nov. 3rd at 8 a.m. See how much fun exercise can be out in the scenic setting of Cave Creek Regional Park. Come to one or all of the Fitness Hikes from now until Dec. All levels of fitness are welcome. A moderate, steady pace, based on the fitness level of participants, including beginners, means that the hikes are enjoyed by all.
Attention Girl Scouts!! Love horses? (This program is geared towards girl scouts (grades 4-5) earning a Horse Rider or Fan Badge.) Pull on your boots and come on out to Cave Creek Trail Rides on Oct. 23rd at 8 a.m.! Your group will get a hands-on “Old West” experience as you visit three Exploration Stations, gaining in knowledge and group spirit! Station One provides a great introduction to the world of horses from anatomy and feeding to cost of ownership and tack! At Station Two, you’ll receive basic riding instruction and be introduced to your own horse for a scenic trail ride through Cave Creek Regional Park. Last, at Station Three, the Ranger will introduce you to the unique critters that call the Sonoran Desert home and you will also get the chance to try your hand at gold panning while learning about the rich mining history of the area. Advanced registration is required. For more information, please contact Deb Bitton at 623-742-6700 or deb@cavecreektrailrides.com.
Focus- The Desert Come Oct. 21st at 9 a.m. to find out 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; then come back to the Nature Center at 9 a.m. on Nov. 4th or 4 p.m. on Nov. 11th to join a discussion of basic techniques for staying alive in the desert. Discussion will focus on safety, hydration, “staying found”, orienting, venomous creatures, etc. These are skills that could save your life one day. History Join an amazing and mysterious adventure as you enter Clay Mine at night! Meet at the Group Campground at 6:30 p.m. for this easy one-mile hike as the moon lights the way to the mine. Once inside, candles will bring you through the history of this
Sports Interested in archery? Curious as to how it feels to shoot a compound or recurve bow? Sign up for this fun Archery 101 program. On Nov. 6th at 9 a.m., Participants will meet at the Group Campground to experience a fun and safe basic introduction to recreational and international-style target archery. Equipment is provided. This archery program is open to anyone ages 8 and older. You need to bring water and wear closed-toe shoes. Advanced registration is required. The class is limited to 20 participants. Please contact Ranger Sarah at 623-465-0431 x202 to register. The Ranger will return your call to confirm your registration.
*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.
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Writer Amanda Christmann Larson
Road Less Traveled
I’ve set out on a mission to find 12 remarkable people in 12 months. I want to know what makes them tick ...what inspires them and how they ended up on that uncharted 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 by letting them take me along their roads less traveled.
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Road Less Traveled Month 5: Kelley Alexander Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. -Robert Frost I don’t know what a Shamanic healer is supposed to
Maybe it’s that love a mother feels when she holds
look like, but Kelley Alexander’s bouncy blond curls,
her child for the first time, or maybe it’s the joy they
bright eyes and warm, genuine smile are far from
feel when they attend a church retreat. They want
what I would have imagined. Her easy manner and
to find that joy and hold on to it always, not just for
gentle laugh showed the inner comfort of someone
a moment in time. I wanted that kind of happiness,
who has not only done some searching in her life,
and I wanted it to stay.”
but has also made peace within her own Self. Her life has always been more about the journey than
Kelley went on to law school, then practiced law
about the destination, and that journey has led her
in three different states for several years. She and
to some fascinating and enlightening places and
her husband lived a life many envied, traveling
personalities. Her transformation from an attorney to
and surrounded by beautiful things, but she never
an energy practitioner has been both fascinating and
stopped searching. “You hear of people hitting their
inspirational to thousands of people.
bottom. I didn’t hit my bottom, I hit my ceiling. I had everything I thought I was supposed to want, but I
It’s hard to pinpoint when Kelley’s searching began.
felt dead inside. I had a nagging sense that I wasn’t
She has never known a time when she hasn’t asked
doing what I was supposed to be doing, and I felt
the questions, “Who am I?” and “Why am I here?”
guilty because I wasn’t happy.”
For many years, that searching took her through the halls of different churches, but she felt a bit lost in
On her 10th wedding anniversary, Kelley and her
ritual. She even majored in World Religions in college,
husband stayed at Enchantment resort in Sedona.
then substitute taught and worked as a waitress to
As she looked at the menu of services to choose
save money to travel Europe for a while in search of
from, she noticed a Shamanic energy session was
answers. While she gained a great appreciation and
on the list. “I decided I had time for that between,
understanding of the role of religion in people’s lives,
you know, the massage and facial, so I thought I’d
what she wanted was more spiritual than religious.
try it,” Kelley laughed. What happened during that
She wanted and needed to go beyond the academics
session transformed her much more than any spa
and into the feeling of spiritual connectedness that
service ever could. She left feeling a renewed sense
she felt she was missing.
of purpose, and panic attacks that she had been experiencing for years completely vanished.
“I think most people ask those types of questions,” she explained. “Most people spend life searching for
Soon afterward, on her 40th birthday, Kelley made a
something meaningful and wanting that connection.
journey to Peru where she met a Shamanic healer.
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She stripped herself of all that was familiar and learned
Without that inner reference point, and without honoring
about energy healing that have been used for thousands
our heart’s desires, Kelley explained, our shadow, those
of years among indigenous people there. Through the
parts of ourselves we deem too “unacceptable” that
most ancient wisdom on earth, her eyes opened and
we ignore, shut away or deny, begin to unconsciously
she felt the connectedness and joy that she had been
influence our lives. People may try to fill the emptiness
searching for, and she discovered the tools she needed
with alcohol, prescription drugs, food, or whatever else
to manifest that joy in herself.
they find available. Overcoming addictions is a big part of what happens at The Sanctuary, but the foundational
It never ceases to amaze me how, when people decide
message of finding joy and purpose is the same for
to take huge leaps of faith in their lives and follow their
everyone, with or without addictions.
dreams, pieces fall into place to allow those things to manifest. Kelley returned home and the pieces started
“Maybe you’re a football mom who has given every
falling into place. A year later she became co-director
second of yourself to your family. Perhaps you put down
of The Sanctuary at Sedona. Her life has completely
that paint brush 15 years ago when your first child was
changed. She spends her days helping others to realize
born and you’re not honoring that part of yourself. Or
their own potential for joy, purpose and meaning in their
maybe you love being in nature and you’re not taking the
lives by sharing Shamanic wisdom and techniques,
time to make that happen. Maybe you want to go back
blended with other wisdom, new and old, scientific and
to school, and you can’t do that, but you can take that
traditional, from all over the world.
one amazing class that inspires you and gives you back that happiness. Everybody can find that one thing, and
Kelley’s message is simple: You don’t have to move
it doesn’t have to be something radical,” she explained.
away, quit your job, throw away your religion or leave
“There are things that our soul and our hearts are telling
your family to find your purpose, if you don’t already
us that we think are not practical so we don’t do them.
know what it is. You only have to make time and create
Nothing’s impossible. We’re not trapped. We don’t have
the intention of seeking within yourself those things that
to wait. Today is the day.”
bring you joy. After talking with Kelley, I reflected upon my own life and “What we do here at The Sanctuary is really incorporate
choices I have made along the way. There is a certain
what is already working for you,” she said. “We show
comfort in knowing that taking the road less traveled is
people how to really tap into that source. Many people
not such a lonely route after all. Since humanity began,
pray or meditate, and we believe in the power of prayer,
we have all had the same questions and the same types
yet there is a disconnect in a lot of people’s lives. How
of struggles within ourselves, and there are thousands
do you bring that sacredness into the every day? That’s
of years of combined wisdom to help to get us through.
what people are longing for.”
All we have to do is seek our answers and take those roads less traveled, and that wisdom will arrive when we
“One of the things we are finding that’s scary for a lot
are ready to see it.
of people is that, in our world today, a lot of points of reference are being dismantled. Things are changing in our economy, in our politics, and for some people, in their religion. If you’ve never developed a point of reference within yourself, you begin to fall apart.”
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“Taking that step to reinvent my business with a new name and identity was the best money I ever spent,” he explained. “It was uplifting and encouraging, and I needed that boost.”
After 5 Mixer Thursday, Oct. 27, 5 - 7 p.m. The Caepe School 39905 North Gavlian Parkway Anthem, AZ 85086
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Writer Jenny Brooks
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The name Daisy Mountain Painting emphasizes Cottrell’s focus as a residential painter that is local to the Anthem and North Gateway area.
Casey Cottrell has been painting since he was 15 years old when he took a summer job with his uncle so he could save to buy a car. After that first summer, painting became his go-to summer job and then eventually, his own business. Cottrell established his painting business in 1997 under a different name. Nearly three years ago, amid the hits to the housing market, he took some business advice to heart and reinvented himself as Daisy Mountain Painting.
“This community has been so good to me, and I work hard to make sure I’m giving back in return with excellent customer service and by employing a good crew of people,” he said. Cottrell and his family – wife Jerri, and daughters Cassandra and Catie – moved to Anthem about seven years ago, when they were looking for a great place to raise kids. “Anthem’s small-town feel is so neat,” said Cottrell. “I love how everyone cares about each
other and how everyone comes together to make something good come out of something bad, every time.” Cottrell says the attitude of friendliness and helpfulness is the same in the Anthem North Gateway Chamber of Commerce. He makes it a point to take advantage of the monthly morning business meetings, and he’s proud to tell his customers he’s a member of the Chamber. “I wanted to belong to an organization of business owners who care about their businesses and want to provide the best for their customers,” he said. “I think business owners who are members of the Chamber are naturally better businesses.” When looking at business practices of painting companies, Cottrell emphasizes that the importance of hiring a company with the proper licenses and insurance to protect yourself and your assets. “You never know when an accident is going to happen in this kind of job and if it happens on your property with an unlicensed contractor, they can come after you through your home owner’s policy,” he explained. “It’s never been a question for me in my business because it is assurance I can provide to my customers.” In addition to his commitment to customer service, Cottrell has made a commitment in 2011 to paint houses for people in need, painting one house per quarter. He paired up with Network of Anthem Area Assistance Providers, a local nonprofit, to make the matches for him. He provides the paint and the labor. “I love that I have found a way to give back that really makes a difference in someone’s life,” sad Cottrell. “To lift the stress from one person’s life has made my life less stressful.”
What makes Daisy Mountain Painting Different? • Emphasis on customer service • Free estimates and color consultation • Familiar with the approved Anthem area color schemes • Completion of HOA paperwork on your behalf • Locally based and owned • No subcontractors on the job; all painters are employees of Daisy Mountain Painting
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Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque
Anthem Autumnfest One of the greatest things about attending Anthem Autumnfest is perusing the booths and tables set up by local vendors and businesspeople who are bringing their products and services to our community. Very often, they represent the personal and professional passions of the owners. This is the case with two of this year’s vendors: Tiffani Goings of Rhinestone Rugrats and Lorraine Padilla of Little Treasures and More. Read on for a taste of what you can expect at this year’s festival.
Rhinestone Rugrats The most successful entrepreneurs identified a niche market – a need that was waiting to be filled – and then they filled that niche. Such is the case with 24-year-old Tiffani Goings. “I was working as a nanny, when I realized that the baby in my care was in serious need of cute clothes. I decided to set out and see what I could do to make some clothes and accessories for her to wear, that would be as cute as she was,” explained Tiffani. She soon realized that there was no limit to what she could do with her bling for babies. She adorned pacifiers, onesies, tutus, shoes, bibs, and more. As she started to make her products available to friends and family, as well as customers on the Internet, she received product suggestions and requests from more and more bling-hungry moms who seemingly couldn’t get enough. It wasn’t long before moms were requesting bling items for themselves, so Tiffani’s line has expanded to moms and beyond! “It has become quite a challenge to balance my new business as well as my duties as a nanny, but they are both labors of love,” shares Tiffani, who comes from a “crafty home” and was raised by a mom whom she describes as “queen of crafts.” By the looks of things, Tiffani will need to become a great juggler to keep all of the balls in the air at the same time, as her business continues to grow by leaps and bounds. www.rhinestonerugrats.com; 623-570-7728
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Little Treasures and More How many of us haven’t stared with wonder at the tiny, delicate nature of our baby’s hands, or looked at our parents’ hands or grandparents’ hands and knew that nothing would ever be able to replace the warmth and comfort you feel when your hands are enveloped in theirs? There is now a way to capture those hands and display them forever. Lorraine Padilla, through her business, “Little Treasures and More,” offers a few ways to freeze those delicate and treasured qualities as a family keepsake. Lorraine makes live castings of hands and feet of babies and children, as well as adults hands. She then mounts them either on granite, or in a shadowbox to be treasured forever.
On a personal note, Lorraine loves being able to assist in keeping memories alive and keep memories from fading. She describes her business as one that is “deeply satisfying with no regrets.” She recently worked to create a caste for a client of her grandfather’s hands. Sadly, he passed away sometime after the casting was done, but before the final product was delivered. The final product must have been worth a million dollars to her client. With products that start under $100, it is an affordable way to create memories that one cannot begin to put a pricetag on. Stop by Lorraine’s booth and take a look at some sample castings – they make wonderful gifts for new parents, grandparents and spouses! www.littletreasuresofarizona.com; 602-214-9093
Lorraine, who first saw this done on television and thought that it was something that she could perform as part of a business, has now been at if for more than five years.
Anthem Autumnfest Come to Anthem Community Park on Saturday and Sunday Oct. 22nd, and 23rd from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to meet these and other businesses. There will also be a “Kids Zone” with pony, barrel, hay and train rides, as well as inflatables and the Eurobungee for the young, and young-at-heart. Other activities and events include pumpkin picking, live entertainment, food court with beer and wine garden, and a pie baking contest and chili cookoff.
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It’s time for the Third Annual Cave Creek Bicycle Festival, and it’s sure to be bigger and better than ever! Last year 500 riders straddled their bikes to cover a possible weekend total of more than 70 miles each in the two-day event. This year, the fun begins on Saturday morning at Frontier Town in Cave Creek. Bikers will wind their way on a 20-mile course that will bring them through Spur Cross Recreation Area, past Hohokam Indian ruins, and onto the Maricopa County Regional trails that take them into the beautiful 2,900 acre Cave Creek Regional Park (CCRP). As they pedal their way through the morning light, they will pass portions of the State Trust Land that the Town of Cave Creek is planning to acquire and preserve for hiking, mountain biking, wildlife viewing, and as a buffer against rapid urban expansion. The Town of Cave Creek is engaged in a monumental effort to preserve pristine Sonoran Desert lands north of the Phoenix metropolitan area. By annexing over 6,000 acres of State Trust Land into the Town in 2009, Cave Creek negotiated a plan to preserve over 4,000 acres to be purchased from the State Land Department. The Bicycle Festival is one of the events being held to generate public interest and raise money for the acquisition. All net proceeds from the event will go to support F.O.R.C.E. (Friends of Recreation, Conservation and the Environment), a joint effort between the Town of Cave Creek and the Desert Foothills Land Trust (DFLT). When complete, the deal will provide an unbroken wildlife corridor and public trail system from Carefree Highway to the Tonto National Forest. Writer Jeffrey Cody
Cave Creek Bicycle Festival
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But the day and the ride hasn’t reached an end yet. As the pedalers pump their way out of CCRP, they still have the P.A. Seitts Preserve at Go John Canyon, maintained by the Desert Foothills Land Trust (DFLT), to negotiate. The final big push will bring riders to the top of Surrey Road through Trust Land and a sprint to the finish line in front of cheering crowds at Frontier Village. Now that the adults are safely back, it’s time to get the kids racing! The Kid’s Kriterium is a 1/3 mile loop of Hidden Valley Drive in the historic Tamarisk Grove district behind the Cave Creek Coffee Company. Kids from four years through 14 years will gather at 2 p.m. to compete in different age brackets, with a special category for kick-bikes. Medallions and wrist bands will be given to all finishers. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each category and each gender will receive gold, silver, and bronze colored medallions. Each child will
receive a raffle ticket good for a drawing to win a BMX bike. Helmets are required and Flat Tire Bike Shop will inspect all bikes for safety prior to the start of the race. The last scheduled event for Saturday is the Alley Cat Race, and it will get underway at 4 p.m. Contestants will leave Frontier Town en-masse to have their passports stamped at the locations listed, after completing an assigned “task.� There is no order to the stops, but they must be completed in one hour, when everyone is due back at Frontier Town. Chaos and fun must reign!! Sunday morning brings an event in the grand tradition of Italian touring. Bello Fondo is a road ride through 30 to 50 miles of rolling hills, in a loop course through scenic Cave Creek and the surrounding areas. Once again riders will gather at Frontier Town before 9 a.m. to begin their adventure. There is something for everyone in Cave Creek on this special weekend. On both days competitors and visitors can enjoy the many vendors who have come to help celebrate the occasion. They will be setting up on Friday for the two-day biking event anticipated to bring 500 to 1000 participants. The business community is already revving up for special enticements and deals for participants and visitors, alike. www.cavecreekbicyclefestival.com
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Christal’s Cupcakes
How Sweet it Is!
Food Network’s “Cupcake Wars,” to boot! Cindy was getting ready for curriculum night at Diamond Canyon, when she received a call from a Cupcake Wars producer, asking if they would be interested in submitting an audition video for Season Four of the popular program in which cupcake bakers from around the country compete for national recognition as well as cash prizes on national television. At press time, the mother and daughter team were still waiting to hear about whether or not they are scheduled for the upcoming season.
With or without Cupcake Wars, they are working on growing Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque their business as a team, one job at a time. “We develop For local resident and Diamond recipes together, such as Vanilla Canyon School teacher and mom, Buttercream, Fudge Maple Nut, Cindy Costello, life has been pretty Pumpkin Spice, and Rootbeer sweet up until now. With a fulfilling Float, and I fulfill the orders,” career that she loves, a family explains Cindy. They also love she is proud of, and a six-yearincorporating recipes from past old daughter, Christal, who she generations in their family, such as describes as “the miracle in my life,” Cindy’s recipe for her Chocolate one might say that life could not Spice cupcake, which includes possibly get any sweeter ...until now. one very surprising ingredient that completely makes the cupcake. Cindy and her daughter Christal have found a way to share their Keeping the moms and children love for baking and spending with special dietary needs in time with one another with the mind, Cindy and Christal recently community. As Cindy describes developed gluten free versions of it, “We are spreading joy one some of their cupcakes, and even cupcake at a time!” a special allergy free, egg free, dairy Cindy and Christal recently started a business venture, “Christal’s Cupcakes,” and they have already attracted the attention of The
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while she was able to eat her very first cupcake and enjoy the same experience as those around her for the first time!” The team takes orders for every occasion, including birthdays, weddings, and other special events. They of course have to work around Cindy’s work schedule, but it is a labor of love, as is her teaching. The mom and daughter team have written a book together, “Christal’s Cupcakes” that chronicles their cupcake journey of love. It is available for purchase at www. bookemon.com. Through their book, readers can share in their journey of love, laughter, and lots of delicious recipes! Baking cupcakes isn’t a completely new activity for Cindy, however, who has always baked and shared cupcakes with her lucky coworkers, family, and friends. However, the business concept, and writing the book that chronicles their new venture, is a completely new and exciting experience – and one that Cindy hopes will teach Christal about service, reaching for your dreams, and achieving your goals. And in the end, what better gift can you offer a young woman today? Keep your eye out for future updates about this dynamic duo of baking buddies, as we are sure to hear much more from them in the future! Christal’s Cupcakes 623-322-1392 www.christalscupcakes.com www.facebook.com/christalcc
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have a haunted halloween in jerome
If you’re looking for a unique way to celebrate the Halloween season, you may want to take a trip to historic Jerome to visit some of state’s most unique residents, alive and dead. From hippies to hauntings, this town has all the fun you’ll need to make for the most memorable tricks and treats ever. The past still mixes with the present in Jerome, and some of those who’ve died seem all too inclined to stick around and stake their claim to the buildings and homes that once held so much promise. Jerome was once a booming mining town, one of the richest in the state, in fact. In the late 1800s, the town was bustling with saloons, brothels, mercantiles and restaurants, all fueled by the dollars packed into miners’ pockets from the Little Daisy Mine. The United Verde Hospital was built in 1927, and boasted the title of the best-equipped and most modern hospital in Arizona, and quite possibly the Western states. By the mid-1920s, there were 13 hotels, 21 bars, a theater for silent movies and vaudeville acts, and eight brothels. The town was built on steep mountain slopes, and as more and more copper was taken from the earth, the town seemed bent on self-destruction. Dynamite blasts shook the foundation of every building, and one-by-one houses and stores began to slide down the mountainside. Even the town’s jail came to rest a block away from its original location after one fateful boom. The land wasn’t the only thing that was collapsing. The Great Depression hit in the 1930s, and as the economy took a nosedive, the demand for copper dwindled. The mine started laying off its workers, and miners went from drowning their sorrows in whiskey to leaving town all together. By 1953, after 70 years and $800 million in copper taken from the earth, the doors to the great Little Daisy Mine closed. The town all but died. It was around that time that the dead began making their own appearances. Among the most notable dead were people affiliated with the hospital. In 1935, the body of an orderly named Claude Harvey was found at the bottom of the hospital’s elevator shaft. Although no autopsy was ever done, his death was ruled an accident. Many of those around at the time didn’t think it was an accident, and rumors abound that it was a murder. Another strange death happened around the same time. An orderly fell to his death from the fifth floor balcony, which was open at the time but is now fully enclosed. No one was ever arrested in the death, but many believe the man was pushed.
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Then a patient died. He wheeled his wheelchair from the same balcony and fell to his death below. His death was ruled a suicide.
The hospital closed its doors in 1950, and it stood empty until 1994. During that time, residents and visitors reported seeing lights on at strange times at night, even though there was no electricity in the building. Reports of screams, moans and labored breathing were made by people brave enough to get close to the old building. There were also reports of an apparition standing on the balcony. The late 1960s and early 1970s brought a small flood of a new kind of resident. The ghost town began filling up with artists and wanderers who made their homes and studios in the empty and dilapidated houses and businesses. It became a hippie hideout, far from the confines of city life and remote enough to keep the late night parties and all that went along with them away from the eyes of the law. A new kind of wild life emerged in Jerome, a far cry from the miners and prostitutes from 30 and 40 years prior. The only catch for the new residents, though, was that they found themselves under the scrutiny of those who had taken up permanent residency in the halls and streets of the ghost town.
Since the late 1960s, when the town’s culture shifted dramatically, people claim to have witnessed a number of paranormal sightings and experiences. Doors occasionally slam shut or open on their own. Electronics turn themselves off and on. Rooms suddenly become cold. Noises are heard and touches are felt where nothing else should be. Some logically-minded analysts may say these experiences are simply what happens when buildings are old and poorly maintained. Others believe there are much more spiritual forces at work. Either way, the stories are fun to hear. In 1994, Phelps Dodge mining company sold the hospital building to Larry Altherr and his brother, who renovated it into the Jerome Grand Hotel. Nearly all of the furnishings have remained true to the era, much of which was pulled from personal collections and homes from Jerome’s heydays. The awardwinning restaurant The Asylum is part of the historic building, and now features everything from fine wine to lobster tails and crab legs. The view out of the third story Oc t ob er 2 0 1 1
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guests have most often reported sudden drops in temperature followed by a dusty smell, and the sounds of labored breathing and coughing coming from empty rooms or dark corners. balcony is just as fantastic as the food, with or without the occasional ghostly presence. The hotel’s reputation as a residence for less-than-alive beings is famous worldwide. Guests have most often reported sudden drops in temperature followed by a dusty smell, and the sounds of labored breathing and coughing coming from empty rooms or dark corners. Doors have opened and closed on their own, and at least one guest spent the night in the lobby after being frightened out of their room. Claude Harvey, whose body was found in the Otis elevator shaft in 1935, is believed to haunt several floors of the hotel, as well as the basement. Many believe he is trying to let people know that his death was indeed a murder, and that he won’t rest until it is proven. The third floor of the hotel seems to be one of the most active place for haunts. Guests and employees
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have reported hearing voices on the floor, especially in rooms 31, 33, 39A and 39B. They have also reported smelling cigarettes and cigar smoke in non-smoking rooms. Employees have reported flashing lights in unoccupied rooms, only to find the rooms completely empty when they investigate. The figures of two women have been seen by many visitors. One is believed to be that of a nurse carrying a clipboard. She is said to roam the halls, pausing at intervals and leaning down to check patients in beds that no longer exist. The other is believed to be a woman in white. Local legend has it that she died in childbirth, and that she roams the halls distraught over the loss of her baby, who was buried in an unmarked grave. Many more ghosts and apparitions are said to wander Jerome. For most, it’s all in good fun. There are several ghost tours available for those who want to brave them, but there’s also a great assortment of fun shops,
artists’ galleries, great restaurants, wineries and history that can’t be matched. Among its current residents are Tool frontman Maynard James Keenan (also of A Perfect Circle fame), whose Caduceus Cellars and Merkin Vinyards bring a different kind of connoisseur to the area. October is the perfect month to visit the little mile-high city. Not only are the Halloween ghosts and ghouls out in full swing, but the weather is to die for. Jerome’s elevation makes for the perfect fall breezes, and the entire Verde Valley unfolds below its winding roads and perched porches. In front of the Spirit Room, a large old saloon bustling on the weekends, Harleys have replaced the old wagons that once lined the streets. Hippies, many of whom were born long after the days of Flower Power and One Love, still dominate the population, which makes for an eclectic mix of culture and experiences. Musicians sometimes play freely on the streets, and old Volkswagen Beetles mingle with BMWs in roadside parking spots.
Although the town is only 0.7 square miles, it is so full of interesting places and fun that it would be very difficult to pack everything in one day. The weekdays are much less busy than weekends, but many of the shops are also closed on weekdays. There are too many great shops and museums to mention, but you really will want to experience them all. And if you happen upon a stray spirit, don’t worry. They’re just lingering for a spell.
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Fiber Artist in Carefree Show
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Every time I layer a hand dyed fabric sheer with a printed image on it, it is magical.. like opening a present. The anticipation and thrill of seeing for the first time the wonderful gift is exhilarating.
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Capturing nature with a digital camera is easy. Developing the images into beautiful fiber art takes special talent. Artist, Nancy Nakamoto has such talent. Nakamoto creates beautiful and unique wall hangings that showcase her skills with the camera and computer together with her love of textiles. What is striking about her art is the Japanese influences, including silks and shibori dyeing, which is Japanese tie dye. She is fascinated with the idea of layering sheer fabrics to create depth and complex colors. The silk fabric adds a luster and sheen to the beautiful colors while the printed images bring the illusion of nature and natural objects to life in her pieces. She begins her process by gathering leaves, flowers, acorns, straw, seaweed and shells. Whatever is laid before her feet become subjects for her scanner. What she doesn’t pick up become subjects for her camera.
Family Chiropractic Care She manipulates her images on the computer using Photoshop. Once she has what she desires, she then prints the image onto silk. The hand dyed fabric is layered to create the colors and design elements. In her piece titled, Aloe Inflorescences, Nakamoto has used inflorescences and aloes digitally printed on silk organzas and silk gauzes, shibori dyed habotai silk, along with polyester batting, cotton backing, machine and hand quilting. In other pieces, she uses loose beads, bamboo and other embellishments. “Every time I layer a hand dyed fabric sheer with a printed image on it, it is magical.. like opening a present. The anticipation and thrill of seeing for the first time the wonderful gift is exhilarating,” said Nakamoto. Nakamoto studied business in school, but her passion has
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always been art, especially textiles. She has been quilting off and on for the last 15 years. The root of her current work started with a quilt she made for here parents’ 50th anniversary that took place 12 years ago. She wanted to have a Japanese theme so she collected Japanese fabrics. She decided to chronicle their 50 years with pictures and she learned how to photo transfer onto fabric, which led to digitally printing on fabric using her computer and printer. Her final product looked like a Japanese scroll. Needless to say, her parents were thrilled with their treasure. Nakamoto and her husband had a video game company in the early 80s and 90s. Initially, she did all the artwork while her husband programmed. Later, when they started to hire people, they hired what she called “real” artists. Nakamoto explained, “I had the ability, but not the confidence to call myself an artist ...until now. I am a full time art quilter ...artist.”
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Moving to the Southwest four years ago, she found the Sonoran Desert inspiring. “The desert plants create so much drama that I am swept up in the retelling of their life’s story. Their response to the harshest of conditions is to create aweinspiring beauty. After a stunning performance, some end their life with a spectacular display of beauty and grace, while showering the desert with thousands of seeds to continue its species,” said Nakamoto. “For many of us, these last few years have been the ‘harshest of conditions’ to live through. May we all respond by creating our own awe-inspiring beauty.” Fiber art works are works of art that communicate some sort of message, emotion or meaning and go beyond just the literal meaning of the materials. Nakamoto’s work conveys meaning well beyond the beauty of the piece itself, as her heartfelt words express. Nakamoto will be showing her work at the Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival in Carefree. In addition, more than 165 worldclass, jury selected artists from around the United States and abroad will display over 5,000 original pieces of fine art; including small to life-sized bronzes, paintings, pottery, photography, scratchboard, wood, clay, metal and glass sculptures, batiks, jewelry and so much more! The Festival also includes entertainment by Dan Dubuque, solo guitarist; wine tastings; food vendors and many other dining options at the surrounding restaurants and outdoor cafes.
18th Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival Nov. 4, 5, 6, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day Downtown Carefree, Arizona (101 Easy St.) Admission is $3 for adults and is free all weekend for Carefree residents. Parking is free. 480-837-5637 www.ThunderbirdArtists.com
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Café Aroma Breakfast & Catering
Whether you are looking for a quick, tasty breakfast on the way to work, or a longer breakfast with friends from your neighborhood, Anthem resident-owned Café Aroma is the place to go. From expertly made Eggs Benedict to comforting, warm Swedish crepes on a brisk autumn morning, your culinary needs are well met at this hometown hotspot. Café Aroma, which has been voted as one of the best restaurants in Arizona and featured on television, also fills your catering needs, as they handle both onsite and offsite catering, for large and small parties. The Café can accommodate between 30 to 60 people, on premise. Look for extended hours on Friday night to accommodate an all-you-can eat fish fry, in the near future. Fun-filled Friday evenings with the family – stay tuned for more information!
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Accountant
Automotive
Advertising
Beauty
Hasslacher Tax & Financial, LLC. 623-551-2332 42104 N. Venture Court, B130
ImagesAZ Magazine 623-341-0123 www.imagesaz.com
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
Animal Services Sonoran Desert Pet Resort 623-551-5299 www.sdpetresort.com
Pet Spa Desert Oasis Pet Spaw 623-551-5299 www.sdpetresort.com
Assisted Living
Anthem Senior Living 602-909-9550 www.AnthemSeniorLiving.com
Attorney
Econo Lube and Brakes 623-551-0033 42410 N. Vision Way
Hair Care Dollyrockers 623-879-6969 www.dollyrockersaz.com Echo Hair and Color Salon 623-581-3333 www.echohairandcolorsalon.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
Anthem/North Gateway Chamber of Commerce 602-495-6483 www.northgatewaychamber.org Preferred Business at Anthem 623-551-0523 www.pbanthem.com
Charity Network
Network of Anthem Area Assistance Providers (NAAAP) Access info at 623-465-5335
Chiropractic
Back to Health Chiropractic 623-551-6677 42104 N. Venture Dr., A-102
dance Education
AZ Dance Group “Movement E-Motion� 480-215-1916 www.azdance.org
Dentist
Arizona Heights Dentistry 623-551-3511 42201 N. 41st Drive, Suite #156
Fans and Fashionistas Shops at Norterra 623-587-1400
Daisy Mountain Dentistry 623-551-5250 4205 W. Anthem Way, Suite #106
Nothing in Moderation Located in Merle Norman 623-551-9502
Feldhake & Associates 623-931-8898 480-661-0660 www.ShowMeThatSmile.com
Boates Law Firm 623-551-5457 www.AnthemLaw.com
Pari Boutique 3170 W. Carefree Hwy. Suite 6 623-869-0056 www.pariboutique.com
Carroll Law Firm 623-551-9366 42104 N. Venture Drive Suite E-101 www.AnthemLawFirm.com
Shalimar Salon and Spa 623-551-9000 www.ShalimarSalon.com
Droban & Company 480-612-3058 www.kerriedroban.com
Business Groups
North Valley Family Dentistry 623-551-9200 42104 N. Venture Drive, Building E www.MyAnthemDentist.com West Valley Pediatric Dentistry 623-935-9873 3618 W. Anthem Way, Suite D104
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Entertainment
Musical Theatre of Anthem www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org 602-743-9892 On The Towne Community Theatre 623-594-3832 www.onthetownetheatre.org Plaster World 623-551-9177 www.PlasterWorld.net
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
Holiday Lighting AZ Holiday Lighting 623-780-5402 www.AZHolidayLighting.com
House Sitting
Sonoran Desert Sports Dog 623-551-5299 www.sdpetresort.com
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Auto/home/life/renters/health/retirement/Auto Loans & refinancing
State Farm - Nanette Miller 623-742-6866 nanette@nanettemiller.com
Interior Design Angelique Interiors 623-512-7745 www.Angelique-Interiors.com
Jewelry/gold buyers
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Massage
Therapeutic Massage by Maura 623-377-3625 www.maurasmassagetherapy.com
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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
Painting
Daisy Mountain Painting 623-551-3156 www.DaisyMountainPainting.com Dino’s Painting 623-221-7911 623-986-5211 Premier Commercial Painting 623-551-8640 www.Premier-Commercial.com
Pediatrics
Angel Pediatrics 623-551-0442 3654 W. Anthem Way Suite B-114 Twin Pediatrics 623-551-9825 42211 N. 41st Dr. Suite 153
Pest Control Titan Pest Control 623-879-8700 www.TitanPest.com
Physical Therapy Harper Physical Therapy 623-742-7338 41818 N. Venture Drive, Suite #120
Physician
Health Quest 623-465-4627 www.thehealthquest.com John C. Lincoln Urgent Care 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
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
restaurants
Café Aroma 623-551-1500 4220 W. Summit Walk Ct. #1202 Café Provence 623-551-1313 www.cafeprovenceaz.com Dara Thai Cafe 623-551-6676 3655 W. Anthem Way Ste B-127 Havana Cigars 623-551-6431 4225 W. Fortune Drive Suite 110 www.havanacigarsaz.com Ocho Locos Mexican Restaurant 623-551-8580 3655 W. Anthem Way Q-to-U BBQ 623-465-7800 www.Q-to-U-BBQ.com Roadrunner Restaurant & Saloon 623-465-9903 47801 N. Blackcanyon Hwy. www.roadrunnersteakhouse.com
Realtor
RE/MAX Integrity Realtors Linda Rehwalt 602-249-SOLD Sam Tyler Realty, LLC 602-459-7455 www.AZHomes.net
Security Doors Steel Shield Security Doors 623-581-DOOR www.steelshieldsecurity.com
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 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
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 Priceless Plumbing Heating & Air 623-444-0611 www.PricelessPlumbing.com 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
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
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
Christ’s Church at the Crossroads 623-466-7964 www.thecrossroadsaz.com
Catholic Community of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne 623-465-9740 www.diocesephoenix.org
Cross of Christ Lutheran Church 623-551-9851 www.anthemcross.org
Valley Life Church 623-850-8777 www.ValleyLifeAZ.com
Deer Valley Worship Center 623-582-1001 www.DvWorship.com
Vineyard Christian Fellowship 623-551-1133 www.vineyardanthem.com
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Apple season is now! Visit an apple orchard with your family, and then discover all of the ways in which you can put those apples to use. Make homemade applesauce for the family, and pair
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it with a perfectly cooked pork roast. Pull out your grandmother’s recipe for apple pie (or create your own!) and enter the apple pie baking contest for Anthem Autumnfest (entry forms are due by 5 p.m. on Oct. 12), or ...make caramel apples as a family activity. Let’s face it - for many of us, caramel and candy apples are comfort treats from our childhood. They are from a different era – one in which we had time to fuss over making treats, then sit down and enjoy them as a family. Let your children experience the fun of picking, making and decorating apples in the fall, the same way that you may have. They will never forget it.
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Caramel Apples
Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque
Ingredients: 6 wooden craft sticks 6 small apples, any variety, stems removed 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup granulated sugar ¼ cup dark corn syrup 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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Directions: 1. Insert sticks into the tops of apples. Prepare an ice-water bath. 2. Bring cream, sugar, corn syrup, and butter to a boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Clip a candy thermometer to pan, and continue to cook until mixture reaches 245 degrees, 10 to 12 minutes.
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3. Place pan in ice-water bath to stop the cooking. Dip bottom of each apple in caramel. Using a spoon, coat apple halfway to three-quarters of the way up sides. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet, and refrigerate until set, about 15 minutes, or overnight. tips: 1. For a dainty take on this classic, use Lady apples 2. For an artistic rendition, substitute twigs for the craft sticks. 3. Sprinkle with orange and black sprinkles, graham cracker crumbs (or other cookie crumbs), marshmallows and pecans.
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