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contents :: contributors 10

Meet the Wright Family

18 youth

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

22 High School Sports :: BCHS Basketball

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

26 Community

Amanda christmann larson :: contributing writer

42 xfactor :: Ryan Sims

Jeffrey Cody :: contributing writer

44 Apple awards :: Excellence in Education

Donna Kublin :: contributing writer

52 Road less traveled :: Jeffrey Goldin

Jenny Brooks :: contributing writer

56 Architects own homes tour 3

Nigel spence :: contributing writer

58 Chamber profile :: Stone Canyon Construction

Brenna Orozco :: photographer

60 Cave creek museum

Jerri Parness :: photographer

62 Katie Wagner moves a community to action

Meaghan’s Dream :: graphic artist

connecting to beauty

Marketplace

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feature staff bio Amanda Christmann Larson has been a contributing writer for ImagesAZ since December 2010. As a former awardwinning newspaper reporter, she has taken her love for writing beyond hard news and into the everyday lives of local residents, sharing their struggles, accomplishments and inspiring moments through features such as our Apple Awards, featured families and Road Less Traveled sections. Amanda is currently in Ghana, West Africa organizing a medical mission and teaching children in a remote village on Lake Volta, where as many as one in three children has been sold into slavery and is working in the fishing or agriculture industries. The organization she founded, Compassionate Journeys, is working to fight child trafficking by helping to eliminate the poverty and problems that lead to the need for cheap child labor in this area. Compassionate Journeys volunteers and supporters are helping to recruit teachers, provide economic opportunities for women, teach basic first aid and hygiene, and giving children hope through education and inspiration. They are working with local organizations Hope4Kids International and Water for Our World to dig wells and provide irrigation to eliminate water-borne illness and empower villagers to grow food in the dry season, when families often go hungry. The organization has been featured in Stanford University’s “The Courage Project,” which highlights individuals and groups that have shown courage and compassion, and have made a difference in the lives of others. Amanda was a featured speaker and emcee at Woman Arising, along with Lindsay Wagner, Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes and Cynthia James, in October 2011.

Amanda Christmann Larson Contributing writer Photography by Jerri Parness

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In the summer of 2012, with the support of her husband and three sons, Amanda will be embarking on a bicycle journey across the United States, from San Diego, California to St. Augustine, Florida called “Babes Blocking Traffic” to raise awareness about child trafficking and slavery going on today across the globe. “One of the most beautiful things about humanity is that we are all born with different passions,” said Amanda. “We all care deeply about something. I believe that our passion is often an invitation for compassion--to use what we love as a way to make a difference in the lives of others. The trick is listening to yourself and taking that leap to follow what you hear.” Amanda has lived in Anthem with her husband and three sons since 2008. She enjoys hiking, cycling, spending time with family and friends and meeting new and interesting people through her work with ImagesAZ.

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welcome T

he parallels between being part of a family and being part of a community never cease to amaze

me. Our lives have multiple points of intersection – especially in a small community such as ours. Like a family, we celebrate each other’s accomplishments, triumphs and good news – such as the ones you see within our pages, like local talent Ryan Sims, the wins of our clubs and organizations such as FBLA and DECA at Boulder Creek and the talents of our many local artists. Just like family, we sometimes take each other for granted, but when we really need support, such as in the case of Katie Wagner and her family, we are there for one another. It is comforting to know that we can count on each other when times are tough. When someone hurts, we all hurt – and when we lift someone up, we lift up everyone. Continue to strive to embrace one another – for all of our strengths and weaknesses. We will be a stronger community for it, and our lives will be enriched in more ways than we can possibly know.

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wright family Meet the

Writer Amanda Christmann Larson Photographer Janelle Zeller

We’ll do it all, everything on our own We don’t need Anything Or anyone If I lay here If I just lay here Would you lie with me And just forget the world?

ove doesn’t always let you choose. It’s not like a job interview where you get to hear everyone’s “stuff,” good and bad, and pick the most qualified person to fall in love with. Love is more like a magnet. Sometimes complete opposites attract if they are close enough to connect, but other times, the stars align just right and you attract someone whose soul is so much like your own that it’s as if you’ve always been together, and together you become parts of one whole. The funny thing is that love like that doesn’t always care if it’s logical or practical; it just is, and once you have it, there’s no turning it off or walking away, no matter what the circumstances. You embrace the joy and the laughter, knowing that you may have to face pain and tears somewhere down the line, too. For Patrick and Cheryl Wright, love’s like that. Every day is a gift.

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At just 29 and 30 years old, they’re just beginning their lives. They both have careers they love, they have a warm and welcoming house, family who loves them and two beautiful baby girls … one with dark hair like her daddy, and one with golden brown hair like her momma’s. They’ve been together for almost half of their lives, and they’re wise beyond their years about things like grace, gratitude and balance. They take good care of themselves and of each other, and they appreciate the little things in life that make it special. On their wedding day in 2006, they danced to the song “Chasing Cars” by Snow Patrol. The song could very well have been written for them. No matter what was going on around them, they would always find peace and meaning in each other. Maybe they would have been like that anyway. Maybe they would have been that couple who just has it together because that’s who they are. But sometimes challenges bring people closer together and make them appreciate those moments and memories that others are too busy to notice. Overcoming the odds and facing storms together can bring out the best or the worst in people. For Patrick and Cheryl, that storm is cystic fibrosis (CF). Patrick is one of about 30,000 people in the United States who was born with the disease, which clogs his lungs and digestive system and leaves him susceptible to lifethreatening infections. Today, Patrick, 29, is healthy. He has taken his health into his own hands, focusing on his diet, his positive outlook and exercising to stay healthy. He also does daily breathing treatments and takes a small pharmacy of pills to help prevent illness. He has learned to prioritize his demands and say ‘no’ to things that wear him down, and to let life and love be beautiful and fulfilling.

I don’t quite know How to say How I feel Those three words Are said too much They’re not enough

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When he’s not working or holding babies, he plays his guitar, writing and singing songs, inspired by the world around him with all that is good and all that is difficult. Cheryl has also learned to not live in fear of what might happen. As she cuddles her newborn Scarlett, and Patrick gently rocks the baby’s twin sister Olivia, they are both very strong together and too busy enjoying the moments happening right now to worry about what could happen down the road.

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experiment. Treatments and advances are so new that no one really knows what his possibilities are. That means Patrick and Cheryl, like thousands of other people and families, are cautiously hopeful that they will be among the first to break through CF’s deadly boundaries and turn it into a manageable disease.

Forget what we’re told Before we get too old Show me a garden That’s bursting into life Let’s waste time Chasing cars Around our heads

If I lay here If I just lay here Would you lie with me And just forget the world? Everything about the two of them sitting in their kitchen, each holding a baby, is the result of a million different miracles, big and small. In the 1950s, most children with CF didn’t live to see their first day of kindergarten. Today, with drug therapies and holistic treatments, many people afflicted with the disease are living into their 30s and 40s. One in 31 people carries the CF gene. It’s a recessive gene, meaning that, if two carriers have children, statistically only one in four of their pregnancies would result in the birth of a child with CF. When one parent is a carrier and the other is not, none of their children have the possibility of having the disease. Patrick has CF, but Cheryl does not carry the gene that causes it. Neither of their precious girls had the possibility of having CF. Like the tiny chances Patrick had of having CF to begin with, had he been born 10 years earlier, he may not have survived as long as he has. Therapies and discoveries, none of which are funded by drug companies or the government, have evolved quite a bit, and he is now a bit of a living

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Unknown to doctors a couple of decades ago because so few men lived to be old enough to marry or have children, almost all men with CF are also unable to have children without medical intervention. When they started to realize that having children was a very real option, though, Patrick and Cheryl had some serious decisions to make. “For me, I was just really concerned for them,” Patrick said of his girls, speaking of a time before he knew their names or faces. “I didn’t want them to have the disease.” Cheryl had deeper concerns. “I thought a lot about it, and I felt like I wanted a part of him always,” she explained, taking the time to carefully form multitude of feelings into just a few words.

I need your grace To remind me To find my own Like the day they walked down the aisle in 2006, Patrick and Cheryl once again made a leap of faith, knowing deep down a net would appear. They made the decision to undergo fertility treatment to try to start a family, and they accepted all of the expenses and risks that went along with it. The waiting game for those undergoing fertility treatment is almost cruel. There are so many questions, and couples often have everything on the line hoping for a chance at becoming parents. Always careful with their money and savings, Patrick and Cheryl rented out their house and moved in with Cheryl’s mother for a full year so that they could pay for the treatment in cash and pay down

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their debt. Everyone made sacrifices, and there were no promises that the process would work. One day, as Cheryl dropped Patrick off at the airport for a work-related trip, “Chasing Cars” came on the radio. Cheryl felt the babies moving inside her growing belly. She and Patrick smiled at each other. They knew it would be ok.

If I lay here If I just lay here Would you lie with me And just forget the world? Cheryl is a stylist at Dollyrockers in Anthem. For women (and men) who go there, it’s a happy, social place where bad moods and bad hairstyles get equal treatment before they both go out the door on better terms. It’s a social environment, and Cheryl’s pregnancy was very much a community effort. They received a tremendous amount of support from co-workers and clients, not to mention extra supportive family members from both sides. Patrick, who works from home in software development, discovered a growing number of couples living with CF in online communities, where they have both shared information and friendships with other people who have gone through the same thing. They were surrounded with encouragement, and they were holding on to hope.

Forget what we’re told Before we get too old Show me a garden That’s bursting into life

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On September 19, after a nearly perfect pregnancy, Olivia Dawn Wright and Scarlett Marie Wright came into the world as sisters. Against all odds, science had made them twins, but love made them all a family.

All that I am All that I ever was Is here in your perfect eyes They’re all I can see Patrick and Cheryl don’t know what life will bring their way. They’ll have to teach the girls about a lot of lessons early on. They’ll have to take extra precautions to wash their hands, and they’ll learn that Daddy needs to do some extra things each day to keep from being sick. But they aren’t afraid. They can tackle this stuff together, just like they always have. Because no one knows what life will bring … we can only control what we bring to life.

I don’t know where Confused about how as well Just know that these things Will never change for us at all If I lay here If I just lay here Would you lie with me And just forget the world? (Lyrics: “Chasing Cars” by Snow Patrol)

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Youth

Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque

Boulder Creek FBLA Goes from “Green” to “Gold”

During the 2010-2011 school year, Boulder Creek introduced a new “Business Operations” course, and with that course came the establishment of a Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter. In its infancy, the new chapter enjoyed some outstanding accomplishments, including two students placing first in their events at regional competition, three students winning at state and progressing to nationals, one student placing at nationals, and one student elected to state office. Kyle Wight placed 1st in Business Procedures and Brian Singer placed 1st in Client Service at Boulder Creek’s first showing at regional competition in February.

Creek student Kyle Wight placed 10th in Introduction to Technology Concepts.

Maintaining the momentum from regional competition, Boulder Creek students prepared for the State Leadership Conference. Out of the six Boulder Creek members who competed at state in April, three members qualified to move on to nationals representing FBLA Arizona. These students were: Kyle Wight in Introduction to Technology Concepts, Telman Melkonyan in Marketing, and Bart Zalinski in Business Calculations.

With their phenomenal first-year successes already under their belts, Boulder Creek FBLA is looking forward to an exciting second year. The officer team (listed below) has already attended FBLA’s Arizona Leadership Camp and participated in the Deer Valley Unified School District’s Officer Training for Career and Technical Student Organizations.

Summer “break” provided an opportunity for these enterprising students to gear up for the school year ahead. The three Boulder Creek FBLA students attended Future Business Leaders of America’s 2011 National Leadership Conference in Orlando, Florida. While in Orlando for the conference, students participated in motivational general sessions, competition, workshops, and fun social events including a day and Universal Studios and a trip to Kennedy Space Center. From the 17 national awards received by FBLA Arizona, Boulder

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Bart Zalinski was one of the eight members elected to serve on the FBLA Arizona’s State Officer Team during the 2011-2012 school year. With the help of Boulder Creek FBLA members and adviser Michelle Coots, Bart was successful with his campaign and was elected by the more than 1500 members in attendance. One of his duties as a state officer is to host a regional conference. The FBLA Arizona Region 4 Conference will be held at Boulder Creek High School on Feb. 1, 2012.

This year’s officers are: Telman Melkonyan, 12 – President Ashley Ryer, 9 – VP of Communication & Organization Bella Escalante, 11 – VP of Community Outreach Kyle Wight, 10 – VP of Competition & Conferences Bart Zalinski, 12 – VP of Finance & Membership Allison Schrafel, 12 – VP of Promotion & Public Relations Congratulations to all, and best wishes for success during your second year!

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DECA students Aspire Higher

As last school year wrapped up, 2011 graduate - Brian Singer completed his term as an Arizona DECA state officer, competed at the International Career Development Conference, and was the recipient of DECA scholarships including a $1,000 scholarship from Arizona DECA and a $1,000 scholarship from national DECA partner Safeway, Inc. Though he has graduated, he continues to give back to the DECA organization through encouraging students to get involved and serving as an active alumnus at DECA events and conferences. The next wave of DECA students is setting their aspirations high this year. As the new officer team began to plan for this year, Boulder Creek DECA chapter officers participated in the Deer Valley Unified School Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s officer training for Career and Technical Student Organizations. Through this, students received training on how to fulfill the expectations of being an officer and the various duties of leading their chapter throughout the year. To further develop their skills in team building, communication, and problem solving challenges, Boulder Creek DECA officers and leaders attended the DECA-lympics Leadership Camp. During the two day camp, students went through a variety of

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Congratulations to the BCHS DECA officers for the 2011-2012 school year: Tanner Bennetts, 11 Kayley Palmer, 9 Lisa Alexander, 12

Christian Jennings, 11 Giselle Melendez, 11 Andra Hullinger, 11

activities designed to help strengthen

Congratulations to the Boulder Creek DECA

their understanding of what it takes to be

officers for the 2011-2012 school year:

effective leaders. The camp was also

Tanner Bennetts, 11 – President

an opportunity for Chapter Officers to

Kayley Palmer, 9 – VP of Communication &

strengthen their bond as a team and to

Operations

network with fellow leaders throughout

Lisa Alexander, 12- VP of Community

Arizona DECA.

Outreach Christian Jennings, 11 – VP of Competition

The students are looking forward to Arizona

& Conferences

DECA’s Fall Leadership Conference open

Giselle Melendez, 11 – VP of Finance &

to all DECA students on Tuesday, Oct. 18th

Membership

at Glendale’s Westgate City Center. The

Andra Hullinger, 11 – VP of Promotion &

Fall Leadership Conference will feature four

Public Relations

individualized leadership tracks specifically designed to meet the specific needs of

To follow DECA’s journey this year, go

each level of DECA experience. From

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rookie freshman and novice sophomores

BoulderCreekDECA or email deca@

to experienced juniors and veteran seniors,

bcjaguars.org.

each workshop will be packed with fun, entertaining and valuable workshops that will entertain and engage students in leadership, team building, communication and fun!

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BCHS Basketball

Weston Newell Writer Nigel Spence

Eighteen years ago, Ed Newell, a former Eastern New Mexico University basketball player lay on the floor with

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his infant son Weston, gently rolling a ball toward him and watching as Weston “passed” the ball back in his direction. Just as Ed thought the game was coming to an end and he failed to return the ball in Weston’s direction, Weston uttered his first word. Unlike most who say ‘momma’ or ‘dadda’ Weston’s first word was to the point, “Ball!” Fast forward 18 years and Weston Newell’s desire to get his hands on the ball is just as strong. Whether it be in the dying seconds of a game with a score needed to capture victory, or any time he is playing defense, Weston, like all great athletes, wants the ball in his hands. “One of my bad habits is that I reach in, which leads to getting called for fouls. But it is hard to stop because I just want the ball so badly,” Weston candidly admits. That “bad habit” has also had some positives. Weston is the all-time steals leader at Boulder Creek, setting a season record 2.3 steals per game as a sophomore only to break it as a junior, setting the mark at 2.6. Four years ago as a freshman, that ability to get his hands on the ball, along with a passion for defense, caught first year Head Coach Randy Walker’s eye. Those attributes fit perfectly into the system that Coach Walker would introduce; and allowing a freshman with a passion as strong as Weston’s for the game of basketball, Walker knew he was going to be blessed with four years of continuity. Walker’s system saw instant results, taking the team to the playoffs with a 21-7 record in his first year and then taking the team all the way, capturing the state championship title in 2009-10.

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“We have a balance of speed and size, which means that we will have a variety of line-ups to match against opponents.” The size part of the equation comes in the form of 6’9’’ senior center Connor Kuchar. Kuchar benefited from some playing time last season, and will be a force inside this season for the Jags. On top of his rebounding and shot blocking prowess, Kuchar will keep teams honest who leave him unattended inside and will exploit the size advantage that he is likely to experience on several occasions. The speedster is senior Randyll Roberts, arguably the fastest player to ever suit up for the Jaguars. His floor speed is going to create penetration on offense and his on ball defensive skills will disrupt opponents’ offensive rhythm. These two players will complement senior Newell, who averaged 15.6 points per game last season, and junior Josh Braun, who led the team in scoring and rebounding last season, averaging 20.2 points and 9.5 rebounds per game. Braun lit up opponents with 30 points or more on four occasions in what was his sophomore season, and he is certain to gain plenty of defensive attention in his junior campaign. The x factor may prove to be the somewhat under the radar, Stephen Crim. Crim, who averaged 6.1 points per game, was described by Newell as “a crafty basketball player who can stretch the floor and catch opponents off guard.” He continued with praise for Crim’s hard

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working nature and his lead-by-example style. Newell, himself, will also be leading by example on the floor this season. Recognizing his tendency to become frustrated when things are not working in his favor, he has committed himself to “having fun and winning games” his senior year. His focus will be to include a team

“Without a doubt, that moment in the locker room with all of the guys

scoring philosophy, and to concentrate on looking for openings rather

after the state championship game will stay with me forever. I particularly

than taking difficult shots. His increased sense of team is also reflected

remember Ryan Crane and Alex Dykhuizen (graduating seniors) sort of

in his attitude toward the college contacts that he has received, “The

passing the responsibility of the team over to Josh Braun and me. I have

college recruiting process is fun, but I am not going to let it interfere

a photo of that moment in my room and I have stayed close to both of

with what we can achieve as a team this year. I am sure that when the

them as they have gone on with their lives. The photo reminds me of not

right fit comes along, I will make my decision with no reservations, but

only the moment, but also of the responsibility.”

I am not pushing to make that decision during the season.” Weston carries a 4.13 GPA and wants to go into the field of physical therapy.

Last season the Jags went 18-8 during the regular season and

bowed out in the first round of the playoffs. This year, Boulder

This season proves to be a great challenge for the Boulder Creek

Creek moves up to Division 1, and despite the increased level of

Boys Basketball team as they step up to Division 1. But with their

competition, they will be looking to make another tilt at the state

leader demonstrating laser-like focus on team goals this season, and

championship. “Coach Walker tells us that we have to be prepared

his desire to uphold a promise that he made to former teammates, do

to beat the best if we want to be the best. I think that we have the

not be surprised if the Jags find a way to beat the best in order to be

pieces to be one of the best teams in the state,” Newell confessed.

the best in 2011-12.

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Our Community Daisy Mountain Fire Department Hosts Nation Walk to School Day Oct. 5th marked the first annual Daisy Mountain Walk to School event. The department teamed with Gavilan Peak Elementary School in Anthem to promote safe walking routes to local schools. Approximately 500 students, parents, teachers and Fire Department members met at Fire Station 142 in Anthem to kick off the event. Fire Chief Mark Nichols led the group of bicyclists as they made their way to school, ensuring a safe journey. Walk to School events work to create safer routes for walking and bicycling and emphasize the importance of issues such as increasing physical activity among children, pedestrian safety, traffic congestion, concern for the environment and building connections between families, schools and the community. www.walktoschool.org

Thank You to our community! Over the past year you have helped our son, Joey Hudy, go to two Maker Faires. After the amazing experience Joey had at the San Francisco Maker Faire, he was encouraged to share his talents at the Detroit and NY City Maker Faires. To make this a reality Joey had to do some fundraising to help with the travel expenses. We were amazed by the generosity and help we received from the Anthem and surrounding communities - we can’t begin to thank you enough. You’ve helped open Joey’s eyes to an entire new world, one we could never have imaged him involved in. Joey has continued to build and invent new things. In August Joey released his first kit for beginner Arduino users – a programmable 3x3 LED Cube. Joey’s kit was a huge success and sold out at the NY Maker Faire! Joey’s website is www.LWJM.US What’s next for Joey and Maker Faire? Joe wants to Pay-it-Forward by starting a club for kids in Anthem to have a similar experience. Joey’s goal is to raise enough money this year to offer the experience of a Maker Faire to another child. Thank you so much! Julie Hudy

Andrew Z brings Christmas Glee In 2009, Andrew Z of Andrew Z Fine Jewelry and Diamonds, and his wife Beth, unveiled a plot to give away a “gift a day” to their friends and neighbors within their community. The pair strategically placed gifts everyday between Thanksgiving and Christmas attached with a note, describing their well wishes to the finder, and if that finder were in a position to forward their act of kindness, they would be most appreciative. The stories that came back to the store filled their hearts with joy and this community wide treasure hunt has become an anticipated annual event. This year, Andrew and Beth will once again be participating in the “Gift a Day” event, and will be placing clues on the Andrew Z facebook page (www.facebook.com/andrewzdiamonds). Andrew and Beth hope that residents will enjoy participating in their event as much as they enjoy putting it together. They wish the treasure hunters the very best this year and hope to hear more stories of fortunate finders being able to forward the fortune. They also wish to extend a happy and safe holiday season to all, and offer their store as a place to find the perfect gift this holiday season. www.facebook.com/andrewzdiamonds 623-551-6892

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Anthem Prep Golfers Finish Season with Trophy Anthem Prep golfers walked away with a trophy this year in its very first season. Twenty-five golfers practiced at the Anthem Golf & Country Club two days a week under the expertise of PGA Golf Pros Jack LaRue and Chris Endres, as well as Anthem Prep faculty member, Kathryn Smith. The team plays in the Great Hearts Middle School League, which is comprised of seven other Great Hearts Schools. Going 3-1 in the regular season, the team sent its top golfers to the championship meet. In a battle for second place, Anthem Prep made a late push and defeated Veritas 260-261, to finish with the runners-up trophy. Although known for its excellent academics, Anthem Prep also has 21 middle school sports teams, including tackle football, soccer, basketball, baseball, tennis and track, and multiple high school sports offerings. www.anthemprep.org

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November 10 MTA Hosts Poker Night Fundraiser Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) is hosting a Poker Night fundraising event on Thursday, Nov. 10 from 7 – 10 p.m. at the Ironwood Country Club in Anthem. The event will be a Texas Hold ‘em tournament for ages 21 and older. Twenty percent of all entry money will be awarded as cash prizes to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers with 1st place winning up to $500. www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org

Events November 11 Lest We Forget The public is invited to attend the opening ceremony and dedication of the Anthem Veterans’ Memorial as we remember those who have served their country on Veterans Day. The Memorial is located on the east side of Gavilan Peak Parkway, approximately one-eighth mile south of Anthem Way. Proceedings will begin at 10 a.m. and will be highlighted at exactly 11:11a.m., when the sun’s rays will pass through the ellipses of five columns that make up the Memorial, and illuminate a mosaic medallion of The Great Seal of the United States. The five marble-faced columns are dedicated to each of the five branches of the Armed Services. Planes of the 308th Fighter Squadron, Luke Air Force Base, will pass over the Memorial to mark the 11:11 moment. www.onlineatanthem.com

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November 12 2011 Daisy Mountain Veterans’ Parade and Family Picnic The Daisy Mountain Veterans organization will hold its 7th Annual Veterans’ Parade and Family Picnic in Anthem on Saturday, Nov. 12 to honor all those who have worn our nation’s uniform. The color guard will step off promptly at 10 a.m. from King Drive following a strategic landing by an Army Blackhawk helicopter. The parade will proceed north on Gavilan Peak Parkway, east on Anthem Way, south on Freedom Way, ending at the Anthem Community Center. The Daisy Mountain Veterans will again participate with the U.S. Marine Corps in the Toys for Tots program this year. Those attending the parade are urged to bring along a new toy to be distributed to a needy child during the holiday season. Collection boxes will be placed at several locations along the line of march. “If you can only attend one parade this year, make it ours,” said Mary Ann Derryberry, chairwoman of the event. “It will truly be a parade for the ages.”

November 12 SkyRanch at Carefree 50th Anniversary Celebration SkyRanch at Carefree invites the public to commemorate Veterans Day and celebrate 50 years of aviation history with a static aircraft display featuring civilian and military aircraft, a vintage car and motorcycle exhibition and a full day of events for all ages, Saturday, Nov. 12 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission to the event is free. A barbecue lunch is available for $8. SkyRanch, located at 8302 E Cave Creek Rd. at Carefree, provides a rich local history that pre-dates the incorporation of the Town of Carefree by nearly 25 years. Originally built in 1961 as a way to draw potential investors and guests to the area for town founders Tom Darlington and K.T. Palmer, it became Arizona’s first airport to offer residents fly-in access to homes. Since then, numerous military pilots have flown the runway including WWII veterans, several of whom will appear at the event. “We are excited to put on a celebration that commemorates the men and women of our military and 50 years of Arizona flight history, with a full day of events for aviation buffs of every age,” said Samantha Gesell, SkyRanch representative. 480-488-3571 www.skyranchcarefree.com

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November 12 Anthem Giving Circle Anthem Giving Circle is a small non-profit group with a charitable purpose. Members of the Giving Circle pool their time, talent and monetary resources to aid families and individuals in our community. The Anthem Giving Circle is holding their Fourth Annual Holiday Sale and Fundraiser on Nov. 12th at the Koina Café (42201 N 41st Dr., Anthem, 85086) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Holiday Sale will feature gifts, crafts, jewelry, art, food and a raffle. Everyone is encouraged to come along and get a head start on holiday shopping while also helping neighbors in need. anthemgivingcircle@yahoo.com

Events November 13 Carefree Desert Gardens Grand Opening The public is invited to attend the grand opening of the Carefree Desert Gardens, a new botanical garden that features hundreds of cacti, including several rare specimens, that have been installed in the town center near the world famous Carefree Sundial. The event starts at 3 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 13 and continues until dusk near the town center at 100 Easy St. in Carefree. After a short dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony, guided tours of the gardens will be held starting at 4 p.m. Admission to the event is free. The grand opening will honor Mark and Juanita Wdowiak of Desert Foothills Landscape who donated both the cacti and the labor for the new four-acre gardens. The gardens weave their way along Carefree’s Easy Street among features that include the recently renovated Carefree Sundial, the Carefree Amphitheater, a waterfall, art and sculpture, a giant gila monster slide, plus numerous shops and restaurants. A rare Boojum Tree and Crested Saguaro are among the many desert cacti featured at the park, which will be open every day during daylight hours. 480-488-3686 www.carefree.org

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November 18 WE CARE Golf Tournament to benefit Katie Wagner We Care in Anthem is hosting its 9th annual charity golf benefit at the Anthem Country Club on Friday, Nov. 18. The event benefits families of Anthem and nearby communities who are in need due to the terminal illness of their child. Anthem Cares through Service (ACTS), a sister non-profit, will host a silent auction following the golf tournament to raise additional funds to assist needy Anthem families. This year’s event will benefit 15-year-old Katie Wagner, longtime resident of Anthem. She was recently diagnosed with stage four lung/bone cancer called Rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer for which she has already started chemotherapy treatments. Katie’s family is in need of support from the community in many different ways, and taking part in the We Care Golf Tournament and ACTS auction is a wonderful way to provide support. “It will be a day filled with golf, raffles, great auction items and the great community spirit for which the Anthem community is known. These kids and their families need our help so please register for the golf tournament, attend the auction or send in a donation!” said Eric Kilstrom, We Care founder. We Care, a non-profit charitable organization, has helped families and their seriously ill children since 2002. Check in for the tournament will begin at the Anthem Country Club - Ironwood Golf Course at 10 a.m. followed by lunch at 11 a.m. and a shotgun start at 1 p.m. The cost is $125 per golfer, which is less expensive than the seasonal rate for the prestigious Anthem Golf and Country Club. ACTS Silent Auction begins at 4 p.m. in the Ironwood Country Club. golf@gosfm.com www.wecareatanthem.org

November 18 Dancing Divas and Dudes in the Desert AZDance Group and Movement E-Motion (AZDance’s performance program for young adults with Down Syndrome, Autism and physical challenges) is hosting an evening to remember. On November 18th from 7 – 9 p.m. at the Fellowship Campus in Anthem, please join AZDance for a fundraising event that will stir your heart, tempt your wallet and satisfy your sweet tooth! The evening will begin with a silent auction and cash bar, moving into a heartwarming performance from the dancers of AZDance and MEM and ending with delectable desserts and coffee. Opportunities to support the dancers range from attending this delightful event, to bidding on as many silent auction items as you wish, to sponsoring a MEM dancer for a season of dance. 480-375-1246; jenn@espressofornonprofits.com www.memdance.org

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November 18-20 & 25-27 Hidden in the Hills The Sonoran Arts League and the National Bank of Arizona are pleased to present the 15th Annual “Hidden in the Hills” Artist Studio Tour. This truly amazing self guided tour of 45 studio locations through the Carefree, Cave Creek and North Scottsdale region give art enthusiasts incredible insight into the lives and works of local artists. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. the works of 150 artists will be on display at a variety of locations. Tour goers are encouraged to personalize their own tour by visiting the website below. Admission for this event is free. www.sonoranartsleague.org/tour_map.php

November 19 Tallest Christmas Tree in the Nation Outlets at Anthem host the tallest fresh cut Christmas tree in the nation for the second consecutive year. Approximately the same height as the wingspan of a 727 jet, the tree was transported nearly 750 miles from Northern California to the Outlets at Anthem. A team of fourteen people are spending two weeks on mobile cranes to shape and decorate the tree with LED lights stretching nearly three miles and more than 6,000 ornaments. The Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Spectacular, Nov. 19th 2011, will feature many holiday themed entertainers, headlined by Sedona Native, Michelle Branch. The concert is free to the public and is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. and conclude at approximately 8 p.m. Stores at the Outlets will remain open until 9 p.m., so attendees will have a chance to sneak in some late night Christmas shopping.

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November 19 OSR Physical Therapy’s Grand Opening Event OSR Physical Therapy will be hosting its Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, Nov. 19th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Check out the new state-of-the-art facility. There will be entertainment for the entire family: bounce houses, face painting, music, entertainment, demonstrations, raffle prizes and much more. Expect plenty food and drinks for the whole family. This is a free event and is open to the public. 41125 N. Daisy Mountain Dr. (Behind Sonic & Walgreens); www.osrphysicaltherapy.com; 623-551-9706

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November 19 Spend the Evening with “The Gentleman Doc Holliday” On Saturday, Nov. 19, Wyatt Earp’s great grandnephew will take the stage in the Pioneer Arizona Opera House to portray his famous ancestor’s best friend. This one-man play is based on the book, Doc Holliday: A Family Portrait, by Karen Holliday Tanner, the closest living relative of Doc Holliday. You will join Doc as he tells his story to fellow inmates in a Denver, Colorado, jail cell in 1882. It is two months after he and the Earps left Arizona Territory for Colorado. Doc has come a long way since his days as a dentist and a healer; he has become one of the West’s most famous killers. The evening begins at 5 p.m. with a Pioneer Trolley Ride through the Village. The trolley ride is available to the first 24 people to register. The buffet dinner begins at 6 p.m., with the performance to follow. As this is expected to be another sell-out performance, tickets are available only in advance and must be purchased by Nov. 17th. For reservations, call Pioneer at: 623-465-1052. Costs: Trolley Tour/Dinner/Performance- Adults $40 / Seniors $35 / Children 8 - 17 $25 (not advisable for children under 8 yrs.) 623-465-1052 www.pioneeraz.org

Eve n t s November 24 9th Annual Anthem Turkey Trot Has your family’s tradition of stuffing a bird, then stuffing yourself, then squeezing on to the couch to watch the game gotten old? If you are interested in starting a family tradition that is a healthier alternative, then trot down to the 9th Annual Anthem Turkey Trot 10km Run, 5km Run/Walk & Kids’ Dash. The event begins and ends at the Anthem Community Center and the predominately flat course will wind through the beautiful Anthem Community – it will be fun for everyone in the family, no matter what age or skill level. The cost is $25 per person, prior to midnight on Nov. 12th and $30 prior to 6 p.m. on Nov. 23rd. Awards will be given to the top three males and females overall in each event, as well as age group awards, oldest, youngest, furthest traveled and best Thanksgiving costume. www.4peaksracing.com

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November 25th, 26th and 27th Talking Stick fine art & Wine Festival The spectacular location of this festival on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community -- a 140-acre site offering views of some of Central Arizona’s most iconic mountain ranges -- will be almost as inspiring as the showcased artwork! The Talking Stick Fine Art & Wine Festival will feature the original artwork of many artists across a wide variety of mediums. Prints, drawings, scratchboard photography, jewelry, ceramics, and glass, clay, stone, copper, metal and bronze sculptures will be available for purchase. Featured Artists, Hal Stewart, is presently working on his Pima Indian Basket Lady,” taking her to a life size scale. His goal is to have this piece completed in clay and premiere at the Talking Stick Fine Art & Wine Festival. There will be something for everyone – come out with the family for a day of rich experiences and stunning beauty. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., admission $5, free parking. Address: 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale; www.thunderbirdartists.com

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December 3 Pioneer Living History Museum On Saturday, Dec. 3rd, Pioneer Living History Museum is sponsoring the First Annual Dutch Oven Cook-off. There is no registration fee to enter this friendly competition, but you must supply your own Dutch oven cookware, supplies, and ingredients. It will be open to the public and awards will be presented. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Cooking will begin at 10 a.m., and your dish will be judged upon completion. All culinary skill levels from beginner to advanced are welcome to try their hand as Dutch oven chef. Share your culinary experience as you make one of your favorite dishes to share in this potluck-style event; and have fun comparing notes, tricks and recipes with other Dutch oven cooks. Not a cook? Come see the tools of the trade and taste some wonderful foods prepared in these wonderful, black, cast-iron pots. If you are new to Dutch oven cooking, but want to learn; come and see what all the fun is about! 623-465-1052

E ve n t s December 4 Celebration of Christmas The magic and promise of the Christmas season come alive with this annual holiday concert. With a mixture of bells, brass, voices and dance, Celebration of Christmas creates a festive occasion that is the perfect way to herald the season. Join the Pinnacle Chancel Choir, Pinnacle Pealers, Pinnacle Dancers and special guests, Southwest Brass, for a memorable and inspirational holiday experience. This concert is a part of the 13th Annual Pinnacle Concert Series, hosted by the Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 North Pima Rd., Scottsdale, 85255 (NW corner of Pima & Happy Valley Roads). Concerts on this day begin at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Admission is free. Donations will be accepted to support Harmony Ministries’ relief efforts in Haiti, and to further the fine arts program of Pinnacle Presbyterian Church. www.PinnacleConcerts.org

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December 18 BCHS Golf Team Fundraiser The Boulder Creek High School Golf Team is hosting a golf tournament at the Anthem Golf and Country Club Ironwood Course, to raise needed funds to maintain this successful program. Entry to this scramble event is $100 per player, with plenty of great prizes on offer. Get your foursome together and help a great team of young men pursue their dreams in the game of golf. bchsgolf@yahoo.com 602-402-8700

December 9-11 Carefree Christmas Festival Be sure to mark your calendars for the 4th Annual Carefree Christmas Festival, to be held in the town of Carefree Dec. 9-11. This three day outdoor market allows attendees to feel the Christmas spirit, with real snow in the desert, giant cacti glowing and twinkling in the night and an Electric Light Parade that weaves its way around one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest sundials. The highlight of the festival is one not to be missed. The parade on Saturday night featuring Christmas floats, begins at 6 p.m. and concludes with a fireworks display at 8 p.m. www.carefreechristmasfestival.com

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Ok. We admit it. We knew it, and we kept it a secret. Last month, we featured Ryan Sims in our Road Less Traveled section. He’s an amazing musician. He’s handsome, talented and on his way to making it big in the music world. At 29 years old, he’s been a professional musician as front man for Valley band EastonAshe his entire adult life, and we think he’s pretty special. When we wrote the story, we knew he was going to be appearing on Fox Television’s X Factor, but Ryan was under contract to not share that information with anyone from the media. We kept the secret, but are thrilled to pieces now to share how proud we are of our local star! The rest of the country now thinks he’s pretty special, too. Ryan made both Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell raise their eyebrows with his impressive solo in a group audition. He sang Snow Patrol’s “Chasing Cars” with several other contestants and left the audience wondering why he didn’t make it past that round. Ryan isn’t too upset over not making it further, though. “I’m ok with that,” he said. “I’m really happy that I made it that far. There were a lot of very talented people who didn’t make it that far.” There were two other auditions Ryan made it through Writer Amanda Christmann Larson

XFactor Ryan Sims

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that didn’t air on television. For one, musical producers worked with him to arrange a special version of “Hit Me Baby One More Time” that Ryan performed flawlessly. He earned a standing ovation from judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, Nicole Scherzinger and L.A. Reid.

As for the judges and producers, Ryan enjoyed all of them … even Simon Cowell, whose reputation for being a bit callous and insensitive has carried over from his American Idol days. “Simon is nice, actually,” Ryan explained. “His job is to scout talent, not to blow smoke. Generally, if he does like you, he’s rather sweet. All of the judges are like that.” Even though he is no longer working with the show, X Factor has opened up some big doors for Ryan. He still keeps in touch with several of the contestants and producers, and he plans on giving it a shot again next year. “Knowledge is power,” he said. “Getting to boot camp is the hardest thing, and the hardest part is being in the dark about what the judges want. I’m going to give it another shot.” In the meantime, he’s back in the studio working on his two latest songs, “Dodging Bullets” and “Sell Myself.” Both songs will be available through iTunes and on his new website, www.ryansimsmusic.com. He is still playing all over the Valley at several different venues and private events, both as a soloist and with EastonAshe. The band has a new guitarist, who has done a great job of filling in the hole left by the departure of co-founder Matt Henderson, whose new family led him a different direction. As for X Factor, Ryan knows who he’s rooting for. “Josh Krajcik,” he said without hesitation. “He’s an incredibly talented guy and a great person.” We congratulate Ryan Sims for his accomplishments and know his talent will continue to take him far. And who knows what next year will hold? We may just have the next big star in our own backyard!

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November Apple Award Winner: Grant Goodrich Archway Classical Academy

Excellence in Education

Writer Amanda Christmann Larson Photography By Brenna

ImagesAZ 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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If you would like to nominate a teacher or administrator for an ImagesAZ Apple Award, please send the name of the person(s) youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to nominate, as well as the school where they work and their outstanding or innovative achievements to shelly@imagesaz.com.

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November Apple Award Winner: Grant Goodrich, Archway Classical Academy Grant Goodrich’s classroom is not a typical elementary school classroom. Gone are the bright colors, cartoon posters and incentive charts. Instead, his room is the picture of calm. Only a couple of simple historical pictures adorn the walls, and the books on the shelves include works by Shakespeare, Herman Melville, Mark Twain, Louisa May Alcott, and Edmund Spenser. Beethoven, Brahms and Tchaikovsky sometimes flow quietly through the room, opening students’ ears to a world somewhat forgotten, yet integral to the development of Western ideals and thought. Everything about the room—and about the teacher— says that something a little different is going on in fifth grade at Archway Classical Academy, a Great Hearts Academy, in Anthem. The mission of Archway Classical Academy is to educate students for the lifelong pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty. The school takes a unique approach, incorporating, among other things, music, poetry, philosophy, Latin and classical literature into the standard curriculum of math, science, history and reading. It may seem a bit challenging to get children interested in such heady topics, but for Goodrich, it is working. In his second year of teaching, he has quickly become a favorite teacher for students as well as parents. “Great Hearts roots itself in the classics. As a teacher here, my job is to focus on teaching students to first understand what it is to be human; to first understand themselves. We need to tie ourselves into this great conversation that has gone on for centuries about who we are and what our purpose is,” Goodrich explained, drawing an imaginary line in the air to illustrate the continuum.

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In math class, for example, students not only learn equations, they talk about real-life examples of why those equations work. “I like to challenge them with, ‘Why does it work this way?’” he explained. “When they see why, they get excited about math.” In history, they studied Mayans, including their human sacrifices. While students initially were appalled by the facts, they were also lead through the mindset of the Mayans … their history, knowledge of science, and traditions, so that students gained an understanding of the basis for the beliefs at the time. “My next question to them, then, was, ‘Now that you know why, does it make it ok?’” Goodrich explained. He often leaves the answers to such philosophical questions up to the students so that they can discuss their responses and take an active part in developing their own consciousness. In literature, students read “The Secret Garden” by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Not only did they come to understand the plot and all of the technical elements of the story, they also learned that they could understand and relate to the feelings and thoughts of characters created a century ago. Goodrich’s students, their parents and fellow faculty members have grown to love him because he has the uncanny ability to transform 10-year-olds, who tend to be focused on the “right now” of video games, fast food and immediate rewards, into students who are plugged in to something much bigger than themselves. “Kids have a natural desire to understand,” Goodrich explained, his bow tie and curly hair framing his youthful face. “It would seem that the typical progressive education model of giving students answers and not being told why things are the way they are makes them get to the point where they don’t care anymore. Education becomes the learning of random facts. “The classics are a well-spring of human questions of existence and suffering,” he continued. “As kids learn to deal with those questions, the want to dig deeper and deeper into the classics. They want to know, for example, how Hamlet dealt with revenge. They learn to go from, ‘What’s in it for me?’ to ‘What role do I play?’ in their own development.

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“A lot of moral discovery occurs out

in it for the money. He was there

of their response to our discussions.

because he wanted to teach, and he

As they get older, they need to

had a way of presenting American

survive in an educated life. Overall,

history that was very refreshing. He

I am trying to establish a love for

could give a lecture on the Civil War,

wisdom and understanding of what

and listening to it, I could gain a

is true, what is good and what is

personal appreciation for the events

beautiful.”

that occurred.

Goodrich understands these things

“Instead of just learning dates and

from experience. He was a self-

places, I felt like I was actually a part

described underachiever in his early

of that history and cared.”

school years. “It was easy not to care, and skate through but still pass

Based on the opinions of his

everything.” In his junior year of high

students and fellow staff members,

school, though, something clicked.

Goodrich has become exactly that

An American history teacher made

kind of educator.

a difference in his desire to learn, and planted the seed for his desire

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to teach.

understanding and virtue,” he said.

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I had not seen before,” Goodrich

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Security Doors:

Comfor t and Confidence Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque The nature of life is that we are never truly safe. No matter how safe we might think that we are, our “jugular” is always exposed. However, there are certain steps that we can all take in order to protect our home, assets, and our most valuable assets – our families – that will give ourselves and our loved ones more peace of mind. One of these things is a security door. Security statistics make a few things about home safety crystal clear: home invasions are on the rise. Most home invasions happen through front or back doors that are unlocked or provide easy access. Security experts strongly suggest using a solid core or metal door at entrance points in order to protect your home from invasion. Security doors broadcast to the neighborhood (and anyone who may be casing it) that your family has thought through their security plan. A front security door will have two effects: it will prevent a burglar from easily entering your home, and it will likely discourage him from even trying. It provides a physical barrier, as well as a psychological one. While security systems are valuable, they are barely discernable, and do not broadcast their qualities like a strong security door.

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And speaking of qualities ...just because security doors are functional – and they serve a very important, practical function at that – don’t expect them to look like a drab piece of hardware. Owner of Steel Shield Security Doors, Mike Maher, explains that his company offers more than 120 different styles, and 45 HOA-approved colors to match the base color of your home, or its trim. Design guidelines for Anthem Parkside and Country Club residents must also be adhered to when choosing a security door. Both Parkside and Country Club guidelines state that security doors must be “of simple design, modest in ornamentation, and of a color compatible with the residence.” A sketch or photograph of the security door must be submitted for approval by the HOA/LEC, respectively. Any reputable company will know how to work within the guidelines of your neighborhood’s governing body. If you have a design in mind, Steel Shield can even custom create your door for you and your family – you can be sure that there will be no other door like yours in the neighborhood! What a wonderful experience to open up your big heavy doors and enjoy the cool breeze during our beautiful Arizona winter through your distinctive screen door! While Steel Shield Security Doors are competitively priced, don’t expect them to haggle. They are confident about the quality of their product, and they take pride in their workmanship. “There are doors out there that one could slap on for less than $100 at the big box stores, but they are aluminum and aren’t sealed the way ours are,” explains Mike. Steel Shield manufactures their doors at their Deer Valley facility to the customer’s specifications, and they use 16-gauge steel and a powder coating.

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Adventure

Writer Jeffrey Cody

CAVE CREEK REGIONAL PARK:

YOUR SONORAN DESERT ADVENTURE WONDERLAND 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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It’s November. Arizona is on its best

for a desert survival program at 4 p.m.

behavior. The sky is a beautiful shade of

Finally, cap off your day in the park with

blue, and the air is crisp and clean. What

a moonlight hike to the amazing and

better place to enjoy our pristine Sonoran

mysterious Clay Mine. Go inside to learn

Desert than Cave Creek Regional Park

how its contents were used to cure all your

(CCRP)? What can make it even more

ailments. The hike begins at the Group

enjoyable is to be seated on the back of a

Campground at 6:30 p.m.

horse, and CCRP can accommodate both with adventures especially designed by

On Nov. 12, you will want to be on the look-

Ranger Sarah Steele and the good folks at

out for bicyclers from all over the Southwest

Cave Creek Trail Rides (CCTR).

pedaling through the park as they compete in the Third Annual Cave Creek Bicycle

Each Thursday from 3 to 4 p.m., you can

Festival. This yearly event is part of a

enjoy a “Ride with the Ranger.” Ranger

monumental effort to preserve pristine

Sarah will be your host as you experience

Sonora Desert lands north of the Phoenix

the wonders of CCRP and the Sonoran

metropolitan area for future generations.

Desert from the back of your trusty steed, beginning at the trailhead of CCTR, about

Yes, there is always an adventure awaiting

one-half mile from the park entrance. After

throughout November and December

paying your fee and mounting your steed,

at CCRP. Fitness hikes take you over

the wrangler will lead you and your group up

different routes within the park each

the steep switchbacks and out of the valley

Thursday morning. You can learn about

for your first view of our beautiful Valley

the desert and its wonders when you

of the Sun stretching majestically to the

attend “Introducing…The Desert” at 9 a.m.

South. From there on the wonders begin to

on Nov. 18th, or maybe you’re up for a

overwhelm the senses as you climb to ever

“Turkey Trot” on Nov. 26th. Plans are in

greater heights and sights throughout the

the works for a luminary on Dec. 3rd, and if

hour-long adventure. It’s an experience to

you ever wanted to find out what’s living in

treasure and to repeat often throughout the

those holes in saguaros or in the ground,

year. (Registration is required for this fee-

show up Dec. 4th at 9 a.m. You will be

based program. Call Cave Creek Trail Rides

amazed!

legal problems? bankruptcy Family law Juvenile law special education law

at 623-742-6700 to sign up.) You won’t want to miss even one of the This is one, but by far not the least, of the

great adventures at CCRP. You can

adventures awaiting you each month at

check out all of the offerings and learn

CCRP, and November is bursting with exciting

more about each program by visiting their

program offerings for the entire family. So, if

website at: http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/

horses don’t excite you, keep reading!

cave_creek.

A full day of activities awaits all ages on

*Hikes/programs are canceled if heavy,

Nov. 11th. Beginning at 10 a.m., be at

inclement weather is imminent. Canceled hikes

the Nature Center for Reptile Feeding.

and updates will be posted on the website.

At 2 p.m. learn more about the desert’s

www.maricopa.gov/parks/cave_creek.

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Road Less Traveled Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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? Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m about to find out by letting them take me along their roads less traveled.

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Road Less Traveled Month 6: Jeffrey Goldin Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. -Robert Frost When it comes to being able to laugh at life, Jeffrey

Jeffrey was born in New York City (“at a very early

Goldin seems to have the market cornered. He tosses

age”), and moved around the country quite a bit

the ironies into conversation like croutons in a salad,

growing up. “I went to five different high schools,”

and if you don’t pay close attention, you’ll miss them.

he says. “It didn’t bother me. The only problem was that the schoolwork got in the way of my social life.”

“When I was five years old, my mother had a mahjongg game at our house with all of her friends,” he

Even at an early age, he was prone to try just about

says. “I stood right next to the table because every

anything. “I played football and baseball, but I was

five-year-old knows that,when a bunch of women

also in drama club and took debate. I was one of

get together, they’re going to have candy. One of my

those kids who hung out with the nerdy kids, and I

mother’s best friends squeezed my cheek and said,

was one of those kids who hung out with the jocks,”

‘Jeffrey, what are you going to be when you grow up?’

says Jeffrey. “I think that was really good for me later on as a teacher. I could relate to each one of the kids,

I looked back at her and smiled and said, ‘I’m going

no matter what kind of group they fit into.”

to be a comedian!’ After stints in radio and as a recreational therapist She kind of smiled and she said, ‘That’s great, Jeffrey

at a psychiatric facility, Jeffrey taught high school

… are you going to go to college?’

social studies and coached football and baseball. “I have no idea how many kids I actually educated, but

I looked back at her, as serious as I could be, and

I got enough information to be very good at Trivial

said, ‘No, I’m already funny.’”

Pursuit,” he jokes.

Little did he know at that time that he really did have it

“Seriously, though, if I could get them to laugh

figured out at five years old. The Anthem resident has

and smile and feel good about themselves, I really

done a number of things in his life, including being

accomplished something.”

a teacher, a coach, a recreational therapist, a tour operator and a motivational speaker, but comedy has

As for coaching, he says his eyesight became bad

always been his hobby. He’s performed at a number

enough to allow him to become an official. He pauses

of different clubs and other venues (“some are the

after saying this, waiting for me to catch the joke.

kind where you drink out of a bottle, and some are the kind where you get to use a glass”), and making

After teaching, he took a job with a youth program,

people laugh is his passion.

speaking to students about the dangers of drugs, in

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the language of laughter – the one they understand perhaps the most. He was motivational, educational and had a lot of fun. The program ended after funding dried up, though, so he found himself working at an Audi dealership. That’s where he met his wife, Denise. “She was test driving an Audi. She was my second customer,” Jeffrey says of his wife, whom he refers to as the “beautiful blond” in his life. “If I’d have known that two years later I’d be making the payments, I might have given her a better deal!” Together, the couple has four adult children, and three grandchildren. They’ve been married for 21 years, and Denise doesn’t seem to mind providing Jeffrey with material for his comedy. “I tell some blond jokes. Some are about her, and some I just say are about her. She doesn’t mind, though, and she even understands some of them,” he jokes, shortly before adding how grateful he is to have her, his children and his grandchildren in his life. The couple has lived in the North Valley for 14 years, and in Anthem for the last six. “We love it here,” Jeffrey says. “It’s a beautiful area. We love our house and we’re surrounded by good people.” Jeffrey’s career has led him other directions, too. When Charles Barkley was a player for the Phoenix Suns, he noted there were a lot of fans who wanted to travel to away games. He started Southwest Sports Tours and became the official tour operator for the team. Once Barkley

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left though, touring fans dwindled, so a friend took him under his wing and mentored him into successfully opening and operating Southwest Sedan Service. His clients include a little bit of everybody, from travelers to corporate clients to friends or couples wanting a night out.

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His career now gives his hobby a new life because he can test his comedy club material on clients. “I do try my comedy on a lot of my clients,” he explains. “I’m not sure if they’re a

One of the finest Assisted Living Homes is located laugh, but I wonder if it’s because they’re rving the Anthem community since 2003. afraid I’m right going tohere drop them off in the desert in Anthem? good barometer though, because they always

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He performs comedy as a regular at The Comedy Spot in Old Town Scottsdale, but also appears as a comedian and emcee at other clubs and events, most notably for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, where he’s been able to make adults laugh and help children at the same time. Through it all, no matter what he does, he always keeps laughing.

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“Think about it … what’s the alternative?” he says, more as a statement than a question. “The alternative is sadness. It takes fewer muscles to smile than it does to frown. And me, I never want to over-exert myself.” Taking the road less traveled and forging your own path can be a frightening thing; after all, there are no guarantees or guide books. But if there is one thing I learned from Jeffrey, it’s that you don’t have to take it too seriously. With a driver who’s got a few laughs up his sleeve, it can be a fun ride.

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Architectsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; own Homes

Tour 3 56

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Nov. 11 through 13, 2011, Gnosis, Ltd. will present its signature event, the Architects’ Own Homes Tour (“AOHT3”). Distinct from homes that architects build for clients, this tour showcases residences that designers have built for themselves – their own dwellings, their own experiments. The Tour features a total of nine architects’ residences open for viewing on either Saturday, Nov. 12, or Sunday, Nov. 13, plus selected student shelters at Taliesin West, the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture. Tour maps for this self-driving tour will be given at the time of ticket purchase. Ticket holders will be invited to attend a Symposium/Party on Friday evening, Nov. 11, at Taliesin West. Moderated by Gnosis founding member, ASU President’s Professor Max Underwood AIA and hosted by the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture, the evening will include short presentations, a cocktail party and a chance to meet the participating AOHT3 designers. Tickets are $65, with $50 student tickets available with proof of student status. “This well-received Valley-wide exhibition has been produced by Gnosis only twice since the organization was founded in 1997,” says Suzanne D. Johnson, Executive Director. “Proceeds from the Architects’ Own Homes Tour 3 will be donated to the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture and Gnosis, Ltd.” The work of Gnosis, a small arts and humanities 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, involves activities, research and projects that provide service, education and public awareness of the creative spirit and the process of creativity through personal discovery. Gnosis’ current project is a documentary on the extraordinary Phoenix-based artist Mayme Kratz. To learn more about Kratz, visit www.maymekratz.com. Her distinctive work is in many private and public collections throughout the United States. “Gnosis believes that through an examination of the process of creativity, people might better understand themselves,” notes Johnson. “The late Carefree architect, Al Beadle (1927-1998) exhorted his colleagues to live in their own laboratories prior to foisting their ideas on others.” Frank Lloyd Wright purported a similar notion at the school of architecture founded in his name. During the winter months when students reside at Taliesin West, shelters are built in the desert where the students live while pursuing their studies. Some of these unique shelters will be open to the public for this Gnosis event. Visit www.gnosisltd.org or call Suzanne D. Johnson at 480-488-2691 for more information or to purchase tickets.

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Todd Bruce, Owner Todd Bruce, owner of Stone Canyon Construction, has done every job you can imagine from working on a farm to working on airplanes. He’s installed satellite dishes and washed dishes in a restaurant. He’s renovated homes and built custom ones. This varied experience in customer service businesses explains why his mission in his business is to focus on the customer experience. “I like to get to know people so I can find out what their goals are with the project they want done,” he said.

home building or renovating process, he offers a process that ensures a customer is fully informed and involved from beginning to end. “At Stone Canyon Construction we want customers for life,” said Bruce. “We want to be the only construction company a family does business with for generations. In addition to providing a great product, our open communication, honesty and focus on the customer are what make that a possibility.” As an employer, Bruce has a very specific idea about building a successful company.

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“I believe in sharing the wealth with the people who help support our goals and mission. I want the people who work for me to feel they have a vested interest in the success of the company, that if they do the right things and promote the business and our mission they get a percentage of what they contribute,” said Bruce. “No one takes more pride and insures the success of the business more than the owner, so I try to promote that feeling of pride in ownership so the customer sees and feels that on all levels.” As the kind of business owner who enjoys meeting and interacting with people, membership in the Chamber of Commerce was a natural step to take. When asked what he most enjoys about the Chamber, Bruce replied: “Meeting people and helping develop relationships with other businesses. I have gained confidence in public speaking and networking is much easier for me now.” Bruce grew up in Lawrence, Kansas and had a business there before relocating to Arizona in 2000. “I miss being close to family since most of them are in the Midwest,” said Bruce. “But I love the diversity of the people here, and of course the weather. I hate to be cold.” Bruce and his family are the featured family on We tv show, “Downsized.” The show chronicles their financial struggles that resulted from the recession. “I have eight kids — three biological and five that I love just as much. I’ve been married to my wonderful wife Laura for six years,” said Bruce. “We were married at St. Rose in Anthem. Our life is pretty much an open book. We are the family from “Downsized” [on We tv].” Although anyone can tune in at any time to see how they do it, Bruce does have some business advice that he had to learn the hard way. “First and foremost don’t personally guarantee credit for the business. Find a way to create stability in long-term contracts, or reoccurring revenue,” said Bruce. “Use your business to help others even if the help is making sure they don’t get ripped off.” When he’s not focused on building his business, you might find Bruce spending Sundays with the family hiking or biking. Bruce also likes to read books about love and money, citing Dr. Gary Chapman’s 5 Languages of Love and Robert Kiyosaki’s The Conspiracy of the Rich. So when it comes to adding jobs to his list of work experience, Bruce can add TV star, but one suspects he’s most proud of business owner. N ovem b er 2 0 1 1

PROSPECTING You’ve seen the cartoon pictures of the bearded prospector, pick in hand, leading a burro laden with supplies, a shovel and a pan. He was a picturesque character and probably not too far from the real thing. He would have been a familiar figure in and around Cave Creek in Territorial Arizona. He was looking for gold. It was 1873, and there were still Apaches in the hills, though many had surrendered. Actually, prospecting was a young man’s adventure and most traveled in groups, because many of those who went prospecting alone never came back. The first successful gold strike in the area was made by a novice prospector named William Rowe, while he hiked the area northeast of today’s town of Carefree. He named his strike Lion Mine on what later became known as “Gold Hill.”

MINING

Writer Jeffrey Cody

CAVE CREEK MUSEUM PRESENTS:

A NIGHT OF MINING, MILLING AND GOLD PAN DINING

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Finding the gold proved to be the “easy part.” After discovering and staking his claim, a man had to build an arrastra to grind the ore he had so arduously picked, shoveled and carted from the mine. The arrastra amounted to little more than a rock basin surrounded by a circle of stone within which he would sink a centerpole with an arm extending horizontally to the outside of the circle. He would harness his burro, or himself if he didn’t have a burro, and drag a large boulder around inside the circle, crushing the ore he had so laboriously extracted from his mine. Pulverizing the ore allowed him to use mercury to attract and extract the precious mineral from the pulverized rock. The next step was to vaporize the gold-laden mercury. The mercury was captured to be used again, and a gold button was left in the bottom of the retort. Cave Creek’s rich history includes many tales of these miners and their mines. If you hike the trails around the town, you’ll come upon the abandoned remains of many a man’s unfulfilled dreams, where he dug, picked, shoveled and crushed, dreaming dreams of untold wealth. Few realized those dreams, but those who did needed ever better, less labor-intensive, ways of grinding and processing the ore they dug from the mountainsides. Weary miners often sold out to large business interests. With the support of investors, these businesses were able to afford large crushing machines, called “stamp mills.” Instead of the labor-intensive method of the arrastra, large quantities of ore could now be crushed by these large machines that used giant pistons or “stamps” to crush the hard rock ore so that the gold could be

easily extracted. The large and heavy stamp mills were used in the late 1800s and through the 1920s. At one time, many such mills were reported to exist in the Cave Creek Mining District.

A MINER’S DINNER On Tuesday, Nov. 15th , you will have an opportunity to step back in time and experience life as it was for the miners in Territorial Arizona, as you dine outside at the Cave Creek Museum in the heart of Cave Creek, Arizona. On display at “A Miner’s Dinner,” you will see the Cave Creek Museum’s historic Stamp Mill that is believed to date back to 1880. The Golden Reef Mine Stamp Mill was declared to be an Arizona State Historic Property by Arizona State Parks in 1986. You will have a chance to see its primary crusher in action and see firsthand the restoration, which has been taking place under the direction of Evelyn Johnson and her “Dream Team” of dedicated volunteers, who have met every Tuesday to work on it, since it was moved from its original site to the Museum two years ago. “A Miner’s Dinner” will be patterned after that of a traditional miner’s fare. Just like those intrepid prospectors, you will eat mouthwatering fare ladled straight from Dutch ovens into your gold pan. Afterwards, watch a blacksmith as he works at his forge, and check out the display of helmet lights used by early miners, all while you enjoy the music of cowboy balladeer, Mike Ewing. Guests can also bid on silent and live auction items. Cave Creek Museum is located at 6140 Skyline Dr. in Cave Creek. Dinners will be served at 5 p.m. and at 6:30 p.m. All proceeds benefit Cave Creek Museum’s Historic Stamp Mill Restoration Project. Tickets are $50 per person and may be purchased at the Museum or ordered by phone with credit card and held for pick up. Call the Museum at 480-488-2764 for tickets. Seating is limited and reservations are required. To learn more, visit the museum’s website at: www.cavecreekmuseum.org. N ovem b er 2 0 1 1

Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque Photo by Sweet Shots by Jen Photography

A little boy was having difficulty lifting a heavy stone. His father came along just then. Noting the boy’s failure, he asked, “Are you using all your strength?” “Yes I am,” the little boy said impatiently. “No, you are not,” the father answered. “I am right here just waiting, and you haven’t asked me to help you.”

Katie Wagner

Moves a Community to Action Katie Wagner’s family hardly had time to ask for help before

Katie is the daughter of Steve and Jacque Wagner, and sister

all of the help started to roll in from family, friends, neighbors

to Chase (a senior at Boulder Creek) and Brett (a fourth grader

and even strangers from different parts of the country. They

at Anthem Elementary). The Wagner Family was one of the

have had a few “heavy stones” to lift in recent years, and the

very first families to buy a home in Anthem. They attend CCV

heaviest was unveiled just a few days before this issue of

and have a strong Christian faith that they are counting on

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through what will surely be a lengthy process.

Katie Wagner, a 15 year old (she will turn 16 in November)

According to her Aunt, Sandy Struss, Katie Wagner is known

sophomore at Boulder Creek High School, was recently

for her bright personality, positive outlook on life, and “roll

diagnosed with stage four lung/bone cancer called

with it” attitude. She recently received her Pomeranian puppy,

Rhabdomyosarcoma. This is a rare and aggressive cancer for

Molly, which she had been asking for, for quite a while. She

which she has already started chemotherapy treatments.

is a member of choir, Young Life – Anthem, and she is a big Taylor Swift fan. Before her diagnosis, she had planned on

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going on a mission trip to Africa – a dream that she has always held. She now views her mission in life very differently. Sandy says that she now considers Boulder Creek High School as her mission field. In just the couple days following her diagnosis Katie has managed to mobilize hundreds of high schoolers and thousands of community members. She will no doubt continue to move young people in her school, and people throughout the community. In addition to the moral support and show of love from the community, an account has been set up for Katie at Mid First Bank (A We Care Anthem account). We Care Anthem is a 501c3 non profit corporation. It was created in 2001 to help families with children who have life threatening illnesses. We Care is a volunteer-run organization and 100% of the funds benefit the children – in this case, Katie Wagner. We Care has also pledged 100% of the proceeds from their upcoming 9th Annual We Care Charity Golf Benefit on Friday, Nov. 18th at the Country Club’s Ironwood Golf Course. In the days following her diagnosis, there have already been numerous events planned and held in Katie’s honor, with proceeds going toward Katie’s medical expenses, including “Hands Across Anthem,” Musical Theatre of Anthem event at Streets of New York for Le Chat Noir Cabaret, and a car wash at CVS, among many others. Young people across the Valley have been moved by Katie’s story, including teams like the Stallion’s football team who collected $1000 throughout their season. The money would normally be used for events such as their end-of-the-year party, but the members decided on their own to forego the party and donate it to Katie Wagner’s We Care account. For those who want to reach out to Katie and her family, there have been facebook pages erected, including www.facebook.com/pages/Get-Well-Katie-Wagner and www.facebook.com/pages/Wagner-Family-Support.

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Anthem/North Gateway Chamber Holiday Celebration Invites all Business people in the Region to Attend! 2011 Small Business Person of the Year Holiday Celebration Thursday, Dec. 1, at the Ironwood Country Club from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Ironwood Grille. Cash Bar Hors D’oeuvres/Food Stations Cocktail Attire $15 for non-members Must RSVP by November 24 to attend. Call Debbie Drotar at 602-495-6483 or email ddrotar@phoenixchamber.com. All non-members who attend will be entered into a raffle to win a raffle for a free one-year membership to the Anthem North Gateway Chamber of Commerce.

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The Anthem North Gateway Chamber of Commerce invites you to the 2011 Small Business Person of the Year Holiday Celebration on Dec. 1. The annual celebration for the first time is open to the entire business community, members and non-members alike. It will be held at the Ironwood Grille at the Anthem Golf and Country Club. Guests will enjoy an elegant atmosphere a delicious presentation of hors d’oeuvres as well as great company. “The Chamber has been an important resource for businesses in this community for the last ten years,” said Doug Clark, Executive Director for the Anthem North Gateway Chamber. “This year we want to invite all area business owners to come to this festive celebration and to help honor fellow business owners.”

The party honoring the Small Business Person of the Year is a great time to rub elbows with fellow business owners and to see the Chamber at its best. Every year the nominees are a great representation of the talents, charitable attitudes and business intelligence found within the Chamber’s membership. “As business owners look at ways to grow their businesses and stand out among the competition, I encourage them to consider membership with the Chamber,” said Clark. “One of the biggest benefits of becoming a part of a group like ours is networking with other business owners. Our members offer a lot to each other and our awards program highlights that.” As a gift to the non-Chamber members who attend, their name will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a

free membership in the Anthem/North Gateway Chamber of Commerce. When it comes to holiday parties, this is one you’ll enjoy both personally and professionally. The Anthem North Gateway Chamber of Commerce would like to highlight this year’s event sponsors. Their generosity makes the holiday event possible.

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Connecting to Beauty

“ To me, t hat is what ar t is ab out, engaging t h e view er s ’ f eel i n g s . ”

Writer Donna Kublin Photography By Brenna

Have you ever glimpsed a vista that is so beautiful and

Stento has quite a passion for Italian and French scenes

awe-inspiring that you catch your breath? Have you

and the life, color and vibrancy of locations around the

ever glimpsed a sight that causes you to have a second

Mediterranean. During his trips there, the scenery, the

look and forget what you were doing?

history, the people, the art, the romance and the lifestyle

enchanted him. Stento reflected: “My experiences in

I love those moments. It is like being transported to a kind

Italy and France were truly amazing. They are places

of paradise, if only for an instant. The scene with its lighting,

where art, history and beauty are so pervasive in daily

shapes and colors all work perfectly. More than that, you

life, that one’s creative soul cannot help but be stirred.”

know you are connecting to something truly special.

Inspired by memories, he creates images applying

Capturing beauty and those feelings is what artist Steve

layers of watercolor to build up bright colors and strong

Stento was born to do. He wants you, the viewer, to

contrasts. His ultimate goal is to share his experience

have those positive feelings each time you look at his

and produce dramatic images that awaken the senses

paintings, and he measures his success as an artist

and allows the viewer to connect with their memories or

based upon that.

visions of that wonderful place.

“Many people enjoy my paintings because they make

So far this year has brought increased recognition to

them feel good,” said Stento. “To me, that is what art is

this talented, hardworking and personable artist adding

about, engaging the viewers’ feelings.”

to his many accomplishments. From a field of 200

national and international artists, he was selected “Best

Stento’s art is primarily large-scale, realistic watercolors

of Show” for Painting at the La Jolla Festival of Arts. He

of beautiful scenes that are so stunning they take your

received the Award of Merit for Painting at La Quinta Art

breath away. These strong images also translate well to

Festival, which is rated among the top three fine arts

giclées and smaller prints, which he also makes available.

festivals in the nation.

Stento calls himself a romantic. He is especially attracted

Expanding his vision beyond his usual subjects, Stento

to locations and scenes that have a romantic quality

was attracted to a beautiful backlit cactus flower with some

to them. What is striking to me is that his paintings

of the petals translucent, providing a dramatic composition

convey that quality without crossing the line of being

with strong lighting. He painted a special floral work as

sentimental. He suggests romance rather than being

his entry to the competition for cover art. His work was

overt and excessive thereby leaving lots to the viewer’s

selected for the 76-page directory cover of the upcoming

imagination. In a sense the viewer participates in the

Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour. His work was recently

creation of the painting by adding their story to it. As a

featured in the magazines International Artist, The Artist’s

result, his paintings seem fresh and alive.

Magazine, and Watercolor Magic. He achieved signature

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s t en t o mo tto

Family First

“Coatimundi” status in the Arizona Watercolor Association and is a juried member of the Sonoran Arts League. Stento sells his work directly at fine art festivals exclusively, having pulled back from galleries over the past two years. He does about ten shows a year with several in Arizona during the fall and winter, and several in California, Colorado and Texas, in the spring and summer. In addition to painting and selling his work, he is very busy with his family. “Family first” is his motto. He and his wife Jamie, who is a teacher at Canyon Springs, and their two active sons -Ryan age 8 and Jake age 10 -, live in Anthem. “Both my sons are good artists,” said Stento and then with a wry smile added. “I think the oldest will be a lawyer, he is such a good negotiator.” Stento possesses great mastery at being able to combine day-to-day living with creating magnificent paintings. He has always had his studio in his home so that he can actively participate in family life. He volunteers with his sons’ many sporting activities and his studio has on display as many

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of their paintings as his own. “At times my accessibility lessens my productivity and finding a quiet room in which to call clients can be a challenge when there is a houseful of kids, but I wouldn’t trade it for the world,” said Stento. Since he began painting as a full time career in 1999, Stento has focused on watercolor, that most unpredictable of media which he manages so beautifully. Watercolor allows him to paint light in ways that other mediums cannot. It also provides him with a constant challenge. Recently, he started painting with oils in a more impressionist style, though he has not as yet offered them for sale. He has also started collaboration with internationally published and nationally acclaimed photographer Joel Wolfson who lives in Flagstaff. Wolfson is one of the pioneers of digital photography. His technical articles on digital imaging have been translated for use in more than 30 countries. Yet he is best known for his artistic images of nature’s fleeting moments as well as abstracts and unexpected views of everyday places around the globe. Stento and Wolfson met at a fine art show some years ago. “We have a similar vision,” said Stento. “People came to my booth and commented that my painting of Positano, Italy, was very similar to a photograph they had just seen in another artist’s booth. As it turned out, we

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had been at the same place and captured the same scene with the same lighting.”

Wolfson purposely shoots and chooses

Hidden In The Hills Studio Tour 2011

images that will make good candidates for

FIF TEEN & FORWARD | 15 TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

The collaboration sounds very interesting.

these collaborations and prints them on watercolor paper or canvas to begin the joint project. Stento paints into the printed photograph key elements and colors that make it work. As the “painting” evolves, they bounce ideas off each other, sometimes in person, on the phone, and over the

Cave Creek, Carefree & North Scottsdale, AZ Nov. 18, 19 & 20, 2011 & Nov. 25, 26 & 27, 2011 Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Call 480.575.6624 or visit HiddenInTheHills.org 00 $ 5.0

Internet. People have been fascinated by their mixed media. Each piece has been different. In their most recent, they have taking a very impressionistic approach, a departure in style for both of them. Their latest piece, which started with a scene Wolfson photographed in Tuscany, can be

The Sonoran Arts League welcomes you to the 15th Annual Hidden in the Hills Studio Tour & Sale, where League artists open their private studios and invite you to be a part of the arts.

seen at the upcoming studio tour. Anyone who has met both Stento and Wolfson can see why their collaboration would work. Both are successful, intelligent and personable artists who have a similar focus on

Free admission!

connecting to beauty. It will be exciting to see

See 145 artists and tour 45 private studios.

where this new work will take them. Both artists will be at the Sonoran Arts League’s

Purchase fine art directly from the artists.

Hidden in the Hills Studio Tour this month and as has been the case for many years, both will be on Sundance Trail in Cave Creek. Stento will be at Studio 16, Virginia Brooks Studio; Wolfson will be at Studio 17, Red Rope Studio. If you go to those studios you will find other talented artists there as well, displaying high quality art in a variety of medium including painting, jewelry and sculpture.

Stento/ Wolfson s u cce ssf u l, int elligent

a nd pe rso nable ar tists

Enjoy two fun weekends! The Artist Directory featuring participating artists’ work and locations can be purchased online or at the Sonoran Arts League Office located at 6051 E. Hidden Valley Drive, Cave Creek, AZ. Customize your route using the interactive map feature on the web site: HiddenInTheHills.org Make your tour a complete day trip in the beautiful Desert Foothills, visiting restaurants and shops to get a feel for the unique flavor of the area. SPONSORED BY

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The studio tour offers a unique glimpse into the creative process of some of the most talented artists in Arizona. It also provides a chance to buy directly for the artist, which is one of the best parts of any buying process. Think about it, how often can you talk to the creator of something that you will give as a gift, use everyday, or put on display in your home? The Hidden in the Hills Studio Tour is celebrating its 15th anniversary and has as its theme FIFTEEN & FORWARD. The tour features more than 145 working artists showcasing their creations at 45 studio locations throughout Cave Creek, Carefree and North Scottsdale. It takes place the weekends before and after Thanksgiving: Friday-Sunday, Nov. 18-20 and Friday-Sunday, Nov. 25-27. For the 15th anniversary, Hidden in the Hills is recognizing the 2011 participating artists who have been with the event since the beginning. They are: Virginia Brooks (oil), Judy Darbyshire (ceramics), Katalin Ehling (batik), Morrie Elmer (wood), Dick Mueller (pencil), Carole Perry (glass), Robin Ray (ceramics) and Valentine (mixed media.) “I’m honored to be part of such a talented group of artists and to be chosen the cover artist this year,” said Stento. “The tour is a unique event showcasing an astounding variety of art in a friendly, approachable setting.” Steve Stento www.stevestento.com 623-551-5692 steve@stevestento.com

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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 Daisy Mountain Dentistry 623-551-5250 4205 W. Anthem Way, Suite #106 Feldhake & Associates 623-931-8898 480-661-0660 www.ShowMeThatSmile.com North Valley Family Dentistry 623-551-9200 42104 N. Venture Drive, Building E www.MyAnthemDentist.com N ovem b er 2 0 1 1

West Valley Pediatric Dentistry 623-935-9873 3618 W. Anthem Way, Suite D104

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

insurance

Auto/home/life/renters/health/retirement/Auto Loans & refinancing

All State - Randy Morris 602-298-6168 randymorris1@allstate.com State Farm - Nanette Miller 623-742-6866 nanette@nanettemiller.com

Interior Design

Angelique Interiors 623-512-7745 www.Angelique-Interiors.com

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

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 English Rose Tea Room 480-488-4812 www.carefreetea.com 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 Professional 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

Sedan Service

Southwest Sedan Service 602-481-0894 www.swsedan.net

Schools

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

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 Christâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church at the Crossroads 623-466-7964 www.thecrossroadsaz.com Cross of Christ Lutheran Church 623-551-9851 www.anthemcross.org Deer Valley Worship Center 623-582-1001 www.DvWorship.com

Fellowship Church 623-551-1144 www.fellowshipanthem.com Grace North Church 623-551-0007 www.gracenorth.com New River First Assembly of God 623-465-7455 newriverag@yahoo.com Northgate Church 34835 N. 7th Street Phoenix, AZ 85086 Northridge Community 480-515-4673 www.northridge.org North Valley Assembly of God 623-256-2408 www.northvalleyag.com North Valley Jewish Community Association 623-322-0957 Pioneer United Methodist Church 602-320-7724 www.pioneerumcaz.org Pureheart Christian Fellowship 602-866-8850 www.pureheart.org Shalom Heritage 602-635-3722 www.shalomheritage.com Spur Cross Cowboy Church 623-556-7935 www.SpurCrossCowboyChurch.com Sun Valley Baptist Church 623-986-1687 www.sunvalleybaptist.org Catholic Community of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne 623-465-9740 www.diocesephoenix.org Valley Life Church 623-850-8777 www.ValleyLifeAZ.com Vineyard Christian Fellowship 623-551-1133 www.vineyardanthem.com

Desert View Bible Church 623-298-4900 www.desertviewbible.org

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Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque

Butternut Squash Soup is a stunning addition to any menu, especially in the cooler months of the year. The soup is loaded with nutritional value – each portion contains Vitamins A, B1

Recipe

(thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (Pantothenic acid), B6, B9 (Folate), and C, in addition to Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, and Zinc. If you are cooking for a family, don’t underestimate the palates of your children – little ones love the smooth, sweet taste of butternut squash. In fact, make sure you include them in toasting the seeds as a garnish. For some great seed-toasting ideas, please visit my blog at www.imagesaz.com/blogs/group/stephanie

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

with Toasted Pumpkin Seed Oil Ingredients: 1-2 each Butternut squash peeled and seeded ¼ cup of Brandy 1 each Shallots (sliced thin) Salt and Pepper to taste ½ teaspoon of Ground Nutmeg 2 tablespoons of Olive Oil 2 quarts of milk 1 tablespoon of pumpkin seed oil 1 tablespoon of toasted pumpkin seeds

Directions: 1. Cut peeled and seeded squash into large dice 2. Heat a heavy bottom sauce pot and add oil 3. Add Shallots and sweat 4. Once soft, add in squash, and season with salt and pepper to caramelize 5. Once the orange color is achieved, deglaze with brandy 6. Reduce Brandy, season with nutmeg 7. Add milk to pan and cook until squash is soft 8. Blend until smooth adjusting the seasoning as needed 9. Garnish with a drizzle of Pumpkin oil and toasted pumpkin seeds

*Thank you to Executive Chef: Brian Feirstein of Eddie V’s Prime Seafood

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