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LIFE BEYOND NEW YORK THE ART OF KEN KAMINSKI
PINNACLE CONCERT SERIES 2017-2018
CREATURE COMFORTS GO CAMPING
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PUBLISHER Shelly Spence
EDITOR/CONTRIBUTING WRITER Jenn Korducki Krenn
ART DIRECTOR/PUBLISHER’S ASSISTANT Jennifer Satterlee
GRAPHIC DESIGNER Ana Petrovic
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Grace Hill Kaylie Johnson Kenneth LaFave Gregory Granillo Shannon Severson Lara Piu
PHOTOGRAPHERS Scott Baxter Bryan Black Kaylie Johnson Loralei Lazurek
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When you think of Arizona, endless miles of cactus-sprinkled desert will likely come to mind before vast stretches of aquamarine waterfalls. In fact, the latter may sound like an utter mirage to anyone living in the Valley this time of year, when the majority of water comes either bottled for drinking or bursting from a monsoon rain cloud. And yet, this month’s photo essay provides stunning evidence of our state’s bountiful waterways, which are as abundant as they are beautiful. Whether taking in the breadth of two of our country’s largest lakes or embarking on a
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another delightful surprise to visitors from across the globe — and a source of pride for those of us who are fortunate enough to be called locals. At the end of every photo essay, we ask readers to share their favorite Arizona
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In the midst of a boardroom meeting at his corporate global branding job, artist Ken Kaminski received an urgent call from his wife, Nancy. “Ken, we’re under attack,” she said. It was September 11, 2001, and he was just 15 miles from where the twin towers crumbled into dust, shaking a city to its core and forever changing our nation. Little did he know that it was a moment that would shape the next 15 years of his fine arts career as he used paint, assemblage, found objects and photography to express his feelings of sorrow, disbelief, recovery and remembrance. “Within one week, I decided to make that first painting,” says Kaminski. “I think artists have a responsibility to document what’s going on in their world, as crazy as their world may be; and that was my world at the time.” Kaminski created art from a young age and fondly remembers weekly Sunday trips to the Chicago Art Institute with his father, who has always supported his son’s artistic talent and aspirations. After receiving his Bachelor of Fine Arts from Bradley University, where he first met Nancy, he went on to attend graduate school at Otis-Parsons School of Design in Los Angeles, where he earned a Master of Fine Arts degree. He credits both schools with encouraging him to paint large-scale pieces, eschewing boundaries and pushing beyond the safe confines of convention.
He was heavily influenced by the masters of abstract expressionism: Jackson Pollock, Willem deKooning, Robert Rauschenberg and Franz Kline. Kaminski’s gestural style involves thick layers of paint, often applied with his own hands on mahogany panels or canvas. Finished pieces are bold and physical, with strong, architectural angles, sometimes interspersed with photos, glass, metal or wood. Stories are told with powerful emotion. During the process, which may take days or years, he sometimes decides to completely paint over previous work. His sparer pieces, such as the oil and pencil on paper “9/11,” are equally impactful in their simplicity. When the couple moved to New York, it was a chance to be part of a major art scene. Now retired from his career in graphic design, Kaminski says he has always maintained a studio, and is thankful that he had both a “corporate gig” and Nancy’s unwavering support to pursue his art, which he’s always considered to be his primary career. “Without her support for the last 30plus years, none of this is possible,” says Kaminski. Back in pre-2001 New Jersey, his studio was right behind a window factory, and he created a series incorporating photographs of various buildings, including the home of Ernest Hemingway, set behind salvaged window glass and surrounded by abstract, painted forms inspired by September 2017
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Clockwise from top left: "9/11 the Moment it Happened," 50-by-62-inch oil and acrylic on canvas (2017 Ken Kaminski / Artists Rights Society); "New York," 25 1/2-by-21-inch oil and black-and-white photographs on canvas; "Sequence," triptych 17-by-42-inch oil on mahogany panel; "NYC 911," 50-by-45-inch encaustic and oil on canvas with found objects
those pictures. His passion for architecture is surely part of why those strong steel towers are the primary focus of Kaminski’s 9/11 works. “One painting was supposed to be it,” says Kaminski. “People ask me, ‘Why 15 years of this stuff?’ I can’t answer that question. I just had to work through it. I was painting this for 15 years because of that emotion. It wasn’t about money or fame. It still impacts those of us who remember it and I hope that impact will never be lost on future generations. I fully intend to get these pieces in various museums and collections so that they’ll survive long after I’m gone.” Kaminski’s pieces have been displayed in several solo exhibitions around the country, and his powerful triptych “Sequence” is now a part of the White House’s permanent collection. It has been
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difficult for him to envision actually selling any of his 9/11 works. But with more than 50 pieces stored in New York and Arizona, the time has come to begin parting with them. In particular, he would like to donate “NYC911,” a striking 50-by-45 oil and enamel on canvas with six fire bells, to the National September 11 Memorial and Museum. He hopes the trademarked work will be used to help the museum raise needed funds. “My biggest fear is being perceived as trying to profit from a tragedy,” says Kaminski. “I donate 10 percent of anything I sell to Wounded Warriors. It’s time for me to make room to paint in a new direction.” Moving to Cave Creek two years ago was a huge step in that new direction. Kaminski has a distinct memory of completing the final 9/11 painting that now hangs in his home.
“I finished it and realized, ‘I’m done. I’m just done,’” says Kaminski. “I painted this subject for 15 years. It was my way of dealing with it because I didn’t understand it, but I knew I needed to be done with it and leave New York.” He and Nancy, a health industry executive, had previously owned a vacation home at The Boulders, so Cave Creek was a natural choice for its peaceful setting and wide-open spaces. Their home, and the studio that Kaminski built on the property, is flooded with natural light, and large windows afford views of Black Mountain and desert landscape. The studio doubles as his own private gallery, where he can rotate the art as he chooses. Large, roll-up doors open to allow nature inside. It’s private and quiet, a far cry from the crowded, loud urban sprawl of New York City. After three years of living here, the subject matter of his paintings have moved from angular skyscrapers to rounded hay bales and ethereal clouds. He’s taken more than 5,000 photographs of clouds on his property, and relishes the September 2017
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Ken and Nancy Kaminski with their dogs, Larry and Wrigley.
challenge of painting something that tends toward the formless and celestial. The transition away from the tension of his New York work is tangible in his latest work. Kaminski is creating a series of paintings and photographs based on “The Abstract Nature of Clouds.” His first painting, “Cave Creek Clouds #1,” is a large-scale, expansive abstract cloudscape with bold colors and thick texture. “I’m going from architectonic to organic,” says Kaminski. “We love it here, and I’m glad to have my studio built and be doing my thing. Our family from the Midwest loves visiting during the winter. It’s a great place to live and to make art.” Kaminski’s studio is open to the public by appointment, and he has upcoming exhibitions at the Ice House Gallery in Phoenix in October; Fearless Art Works Gallery in Carefree in November; and solo exhibitions at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois and Walter Wickiser Gallery in New York City in January and March 2018, respectively.
"New York," 25 1/2-by-21-inch oil and black-and-white photographs on canvas (2017 Ken Kaminski / Artists Rights Society)
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COMMUNITY arts // announcements // culture Writer Grace Hill
Experience
SEPT. 1-30 GALLERY ANDREA’S SEPTEMBER SHOW
Admire abstract works by Shalome Patrick, a local artist known for contemporary and surrealist works that invite the view to find hidden imagery. “Ballerinas” by Julee du Plessis will also be on display, capturing movement inspired by these dancers in a loose impressionist style. Gallery Andrea also showcases floral paintings and fashion by mother-daughter duo Andrea de Kerpely-Zak and Andrea Zakrzewski. Gallery Andrea, 7019 E. Main St., Scottsdale; 480-481-2530, artandrea.com.
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*Photo courtesy Gallery Andrea
SEPT. 3-17 SEPT. 2 13TH ANNUAL PHOENIX COOKS
RED ROCKS MUSIC FESTIVAL Enjoy extraordinary chamber music during the Red Rocks
Benefiting Special Olympics
Music Festival. This year’s festival,
Arizona, this event brings tasty
with event locations in Phoenix
food, celebrity chefs and local
and Sedona, include artists
personalities together for a
like the Dueling Piano Divas
culinary paradise. $60-$100.
and pianist Mikhail Yanovitsky.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Westin
For more information, visit
Kierland Resort & Spa, 6902
redrocksmusicfestival.com.
E. Greenway Pkwy., Scottsdale; phxcooks.com.
SEPT. 7-10
SEPT. 3
JEROME INDIE FILM & MUSIC FESTIVAL
HAROLD’S 20TH ANNUAL HAWAIIAN LUAU
The four-day festival includes independent films shown in
This annual party features a pig
historic buildings, funky homes,
roast luau buffet, Hawaiian luau
wineries and a train. Additionally,
dancers, reggae music, a limbo
local musicians perform at
and hula contest, face painting,
various venues like galleries,
lei making, Hawaiian vendors,
restaurants, bars, shops,
drink specials and more. Adults,
vineyards, wineries and tasting
$30; children 12 and under, $15;
rooms. Festival passholders
10-top VIP table, $375. 6 p.m.
enjoy a special discount
Harold’s Corral Cave Creek, 6895
pass to participating venues.
E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek;
For more information, visit
480-488-1906, haroldscorral.com.
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SEPT. 14 FIRST LIGHT STAR PARTY The public is invited to observe the Arizona night sky through high-power telescopes. The evening also includes STEAM hands-on activities. RSVP requested. Free. 6-9:45 p.m. Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale; 602-561-5398, paradisevalley. edu/black-mountain.
Enjoy
SEPT. 14 MERRILL GARDENS AT ANTHEM RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY
SEPT. 4
LABOR DAY WITH MUSIC AND BUTTERFLIES
The public is invited to
Admire the butterflies in the
celebrate the grand opening
conservatory while enjoying live
of the new Merrill Gardens
music by Nouveau Papillon.
retirement, assisted living and
Face painting included, as
memory care community in
well as an appearance by
Anthem. Enjoy food, wine,
Ms. Monarch and the reptile
entertainment and a tour
mascots. See website for
of the community. Space
admission prices. 11 a.m. to
is limited. RSVP by Sept.
4 p.m. Butterfly Wonderland,
7. 4-7 p.m. Merrill Gardens
9500 E. Via de Ventura,
at Anthem, 2800 W. Rose
Scottsdale; 480-800-3000, butterflywonderland.com.
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SEPT. 15-17 PICKIN’ IN THE PINES MUSIC FESTIVAL The 12th annual bluegrass and acoustic music festival includes several awardwinning performers, camping, a community barn dance, educational workshops, band contests, kids’ activities and more! See website for ticket prices. Pepsi Amphitheater at Fort Tuthill County Park; Flagstaff; pickininthepines.org.
SEPT. 15-17 2017 JUNK IN THE TRUNK Hundreds of market curators will head to WestWorld of Scottsdale to display and sell their unique vintage products. See website for admission prices and times. WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale; junkinthetrunkvintagemarket.com.
SEPT. 15-24 Fall Arizona Restaurant Week Presented by the Arizona Restaurant Association, the 10th anniversary of this popular food event brings the public 10 days of threecourse prix-fixe meals from 200 participating restaurants. For more information, visit arizonarestaurantweek.com.
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Taste
SEPT. 21-23 TASTE AMERICA CULINARY TOUR PHOENIX The popular James Beard Foundation Taste America Culinary Tour once again comes to Phoenix. This event features a welcome reception, a one-of-a-kind benefit dinner, celebrity chef appearances, cooking demonstrations, tastings and more. For more information, visit jamesbeard. org/taste-america-phoenix.
*Photo courtesy James Beard Foundation
SEPT. 16 ARIZONA CANCER FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN’S SIP-N-SHOP This event includes complimentary champagne at Kendra Scott, located in the Scottsdale Quarter. Twenty percent of sales from the event will benefit ACFC. 1-4 p.m. Kendra Scott, 15147 N. Scottsdale Rd., H-155, Scottsdale; 480-350-7055, azcancerfoundation.org.
SEPT. 21-24
SEPT. 28-OCT. 1, OCT. 5-8
MTA PRESENTS THE JUNGLE BOOK KIDS
MTA PRESENTS THE SECRET GARDEN
Musical Theatre of Anthem
Enjoy the classic story of
brings to the stage all
forgiveness and renewal
characters and songs from
reimagined in a brilliant
the beloved Disney animated
musical style. Adults, $19;
film. Adults, $19; students,
students, seniors and children
seniors and children 12 and
12 and under, $16. See
under, $16. See website for
website for show times. Musical
show times. Musical Theatre
Theatre of Anthem, 42323 N.
of Anthem, 42323 N. Vision
Vision Way, Anthem;
Way, Anthem; 623-336-6001,
623-336-6001,
musicaltheatreofanthem.org.
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OSR PHYSICAL THERAPY CELEBRATES 15 YEARS OSR Physical Therapy, a family-owned business headquartered in Anthem, has been awarded Best Place To Work by the Phoenix Business Journal. OSR not only serves their patients, but also the community. OSR’s physical therapists, Aaron and Kori Williams, created a physical therapy business that would deliver exceptional care while also being a fun place to work. For more information, visit osrphysicaltherapy.com.
Announcements SEPT. 21-23, 28, 30 BALLET UNDER THE STARS 2017 Relax under the Arizona night sky and enjoy ballet with the whole family. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Free. 7 p.m. Various locations. For more *Photo courtesy Ballet Arizona
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information, visit balletaz.org.
NORTH VALLEY JEWISH COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION CELEBRATES THE HIGH HOLIDAYS Please join North Valley Jewish Community Association for their high holiday services led by Rabbi Janet Bieber. Rosh Hashanah: September 20 and 21. Yom Kippur: September 29 and 30. Annual membership, which includes the high holiday services, is $70 per person. A traditional break-the-fast buffet dinner follows at the Anthem Country Club for an additional charge. For more information on Break the Fast or membership, please contact Fran Kesselman 623-322-0957 or fkesselman@cox.net.
LOCAL TEAM HELPS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pioneer Title Agency has empowered each of its branches to get involved with the local schools through a new project called “Old School.” On Aug. 5, the Sonoran Village office in North Phoenix worked with Stepping Stones Academy in the school’s garden, painting flower beds and performing general maintenance and upkeep. For more information or to get involved, call 623-516-0727.
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A feast for the eyes and ears returns with the start of this year’s Pinnacle Concert Series, now just a few short months away. Presented by Pinnacle Presbyterian Church as part of its mission to enrich the community spiritually, culturally and educationally, tickets for these music-filled events, which often sell out, will be available beginning September 2. While the cost of admission varies, all concerts will be held at the church, located at 25150 N. Pima Rd. in Scottsdale. Here’s what’s on the docket this year.
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YOUR NORTH VALLEY COMMUNITY THEATER
SEPT 8 - 23
DIRECTED BY NATHALIE VELASQUEZ
9 AM SAT SEP 23
ALL AGE CASTING CALL
9 AM SAT SEP 16
YOUTH CASTING CALL
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CELEBRATION OF CHRISTMAS December 3 4 and 7 p.m. Free or donation The Pinnacle Chancel Choir, Pinnacle Pealers and special instrumental guest artists will perform a varied program of inspirational and joyous holiday music.
PHOENIX SYMPHONY, CHORUS AND SOLOISTS HANDEL'S MESSIAH December 10 3 p.m. $79 (tickets available at phoenixsymphony.org or 602-495-1999) Music director Tito Muñoz will conduct the Phoenix Symphony, the Phoenix Symphony Chorus and world-class soloists in a full-length version of Handel's “Messiah.”
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BARTHOLOMEW FAIRE January 21 3 p.m. $25 (free for students) Lutes, harp, citole, oud, shawm, bagpipes, rauschpfeife, dulcian, doucaine, crumhorns, cornemusen, recorders, gemshorn, bladder-pipes, pipe and tabor, the hurdygurdy and other instruments will play classical, authentic Renaissance dance music.
DIAMOND ROCKS January 27 7:30 p.m. $50, $35 (free for students) Neil Diamond classics like “Coming to America,” “Sweet Caroline” and “Song Sung Blue” will be magically recreated by top tribute artist Barrie Cunningham and his band.
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THE PHOENIX SYMPHONY CHORUS March 23 7:30 p.m. $40, $25 The 140 member Phoenix Symphony Chorus will perform a variety of robust and riveting songs led by concert master Dr. Thomas Bookhout.
ABBAFAB March 16 7:30 p.m. $50, $35 (free for students) “Waterloo,” “Fernando,” “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia” and other hits will be brought to life by this ABBA tribute band.
ORGANIST PAMELA RUITER FEENSTRA April 20 7:30 p.m. $40, $25 (free for students) Organist, composer, pedagogue and Bach improvisation authority Pamela Ruiter Feenstra will introduce her new CD, which was recorded in 2017 on the Pinnacle Presbyterian Church’s very own Richards, Fowkes & Co. organ.
Unless indicated, all concert tickets are available through the Pinnacle Concert Series website. pinnacleconcerts.org
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Great at State: Anthem Swimmer
JonCarlo LoVullo Writer Lara Piu
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July was an exciting month for Anthem’s 14-yearold JonCarlo (JC) LoVullo. He placed first in the 50-meter freestyle and second in the 100-meter freestyle at the 2017 Arizona Swimming Long Course Age Group State Championship, held at the Brophy Aquatics Complex in Phoenix. The Anthem Dolphins team member’s 50 freestyle time of 24.79 seconds broke team records, and was merely two-tenths shy of breaking state records. It also qualified him for the USA Swimming Futures, the second-fastest qualifying meet in the country for his age. The race marks the young man’s second state-level first-place win. “JC will be an important part of the Boulder Creek swim team this fall,” anticipates Scott Newell, head coach for Boulder Creek High School and the Anthem Dolphins. “The next step is the Junior Nationals held in the spring.” A sophomore at BC, JonCarlo began swimming when he was 5 years old with Aqua-Tots Swim School.
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“I still remember the names of the trainers,” he recalls. “Later on we had swim meets there, which was pretty fun.” He played soccer until he was 10, when he traded in soccer cleats for swim trunks. He began with self-led practices at the Anthem Community Center pool and, after two years, joined the Anthem Dolphins. “He likes racing, but not practicing,” his coach kids. JonCarlo swims year-round, four to five days a week. In the summer, he swims each morning for two hours. Now that school is in session, he practices for one hour and 45 minutes each day after school — unless there is a lot of homework. On the day of the recent state competition, he warmed up, stretched and listened to music. “I like it when I make it to finals because I get pumped up, and it’s fun,” he shares. That day, teammates and parents were there to cheer him on, and when he placed first for the second time, they witnessed his hard work paying off. “It was good to do it again,” he recalls. Afterward, there was no fanfare or trip to Disneyland. “I took a nap,” he kids. Perhaps an appropriate celebration, considering his plans for the coming year include taking his swim career to the next level. “[My aspirations are to] be tougher and work harder,” JonCarlo shares. He likes swimming with high school friends during the school year; that is, when he’s not playing video games, drums or making edits. “I like to mix beats … rap music,” he elaborates. Naturally, JonCarlo’s long-term goals include competitive swimming at the college level. He’d like to teach swimming and get a swimming scholarship. At the top of his list is Arizona State University, where 28-time Olympic medalist Michael Phelps was a volunteer assistant coach last season. JonCarlo explains, “He practices a lot. He’s dedicated and he works for his medals. He’s really good. I guess I look up to him.” anthemdolphins.com
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Taste
Arizona Restaurant Week September 15-24 $33 or $44 For participating restaurants, visit arizonarestaurantweek.com.
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Arizona’s gastronomic jubilee returns this fall with Arizona Restaurant Week, beginning September 15. Each year, the 10-day event brings together nearly 200 Arizona restaurants to celebrate the flavors of the local foodie scene. “Arizona Restaurant Week gives Valley diners a unique opportunity to try some of the state’s finest and most popular restaurants, featuring special menus designed to let their culinary staff shine,” says Steve Chucri, Arizona Restaurant Association president and CEO. Now celebrating its 10th year, the association will mark the event’s anniversary with an online contest offering the chance to win one of 10 food and travel experiences, including a SanTan Brewing Company brewery tour and gift bag package.
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“We are proud to have contributed to the interest, development and support of the local culinary scene for the past 10 years — and counting,” Steve adds.
Pictured: Duck Cassoulet. Photo courtesy of Christopher’s.
During the week, some of the state’s top restaurants will showcase three-course prix-fixe meals for $33 or $44 per person. Participating restaurants are known for exceptional cuisine and sparing no expense to give diners an extraordinary culinary experience. The Dhaba, Sumomaya, Marcellino Ristorante, Sonata’s, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, Artizen, Match, Nobuo at Teeter House, Café ZuZu, The Keg, El Panzon y Frida, Christopher’s and Crush Lounge, The Capital Grille (Phoenix and Scottsdale) and Arrowhead Grill are among its participants. Produced by the Arizona Restaurant Association, the event’s goals include positioning Arizona as a top culinary destination. It works to increase awareness for more than 8,500 dining opportunities and strives to stimulate statewide dining business and revenue. In addition to the fall Arizona Restaurant Week, the association hosts a spring version in May and a breakfast-focused week in July.
Pictured: Gamberi e Feta. Photo courtesy of Marcellino.
A full list of participating restaurants can be found on the organization’s website. arizonarestaurantweek.com
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Arizona’s Bountiful Waterways Writer Lara Piu Photographers Marcus W. Reinkensmeyer and Mark Handy
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Although Arizona is perhaps best known for its desert landscapes, its waterscapes are equally abundant, breathtaking and powerful. Given this month’s back-to-school lull in the action and our extended Sonoran summer, September may be the perfect time for a quick escape to one of the state’s more than 16,000 acres of refreshing water retreats. Professional photographers Marcus Reinkensmeyer and Mark Handy have captured some of these profound aquatic destinations behind the lens. Their love of nature, appreciation for Arizona’s landscapes, camera technology and skill has resulted in these stunning shots.
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Creeks Arizona’s mountain rainfall averages more than 30 inches per year, creating the state’s nearly 25 creeks. Among the most popular is Fossil Creek, located near Strawberry. Each year, permit in hand, thousands of visitors journey to this popular swimming hole that is a perennial stream and tributary of the Verde River, which flows from the Mogollon Rim down toward a lake at the former Childs Power Plant. Another popular go-to is Oak Creek, located off 89A in Sedona. Explore the edges of this creek via West Fork Trail, an easy, contemplative 10-mile hike along a red rock canyon-edged waterway. This month, the area’s foliage embarks on its annual metamorphosis, from green to golden reds, oranges and browns.
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Mark Handy Hometown: San Diego Current: San Diego Photography experience: "I started making photographs in 2011 after a fulfilling journalism career covering Wall Street. I've been capturing images professionally since 2013."
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Photography niche: “Landscape photography. Within four months of picking up a camera, I was almost exclusively capturing landscapes. I couldn't get enough of the western United States — the desert Southwest, with its varied looks, was particularly alluring to me. Today, I shoot landscapes exclusively.” What is your favorite Arizona body of water and why?: “Without hesitation, the Colorado River. Its handiwork can be seen through some of my favorite places in Arizona: Horseshoe Bend, the North Rim of the Grand Canyon and the Havasupai Reservation, where Havasu Creek, a spring-fed tributary, flows into the Colorado River just past Beaver Falls. The Colorado River reminds me of just how insignificant we all are. These areas of Arizona, where the river flows, serve as a humbling and enduring a reminder of nature's magnificent power and beauty.”
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Which Arizona water destination on your bucket list?: “Lake Powell. I've captured images downstream from the area, but I have never explored the southwestern portion of the lake. The rock formations and red rock along the lake are simply too much for me to ignore. Besides, as a fan of the original Planet of the Apes (POTA), I think it would be great to explore some of the same areas depicted in the early part of that movie classic. What can I say? I'm a POTA nerd.” markhandyphotography.com
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Lakes Two of the country’s largest lakes, Lake Mead and Lake Powell, are located in Arizona. Lake Powell’s Glen Canyon Dam is 560 feet deep. It holds up to 27 million acre-feet of water, which could flood the entire state of Ohio in one foot of water. Bluffs above the lake at Wahweap Bay — located at its Southern Utah edge — display sandstone layers and reveal the land’s geological history.
Marcus W. Reinkensmeyer Hometown: Kalamazoo, Michigan Current: Scottsdale Photography experience: "My passion for landscape photography dates back to college days in fine art studies at Michigan State University. Before the transition to digital photography, I worked with medium-format film cameras, also delving into darkroom printing. I’ve been fortunate to have my work shown in Backpacker, Shutterbug, Arizona Scenic Calendars, Where Dinosaurs Roamed, Arizona Official Visitor’s Guide, Grand Canyon State, Visit Phoenix, Sky Harbor International Airport, People’s Choice Apparel and in various corporate buildings." Photography niche: “I’m mainly engaged in landscape and abstract fine arts photography, exploring the transient quality of light and our fragile environment. As an avid hiker, I’m drawn to remote wilderness areas and less-traveled parts of the Southwest, Pacific Coast and Europe. My current focus is the creation of large-scale prints and canvas gallery wraps, striving to realize a sense of presence akin to fine art paintings.”
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The Grand Canyon The ultimate Arizona waterway is the Grand Canyon. People from all over the world visit this marvelous sight. Pile four 1,300-foot skyscrapers on top of each other and you still would not reach its towering rim. In its presence, a person feels small in reference to its mighty walls. Yet the Colorado River is a reminder of how powerful an innocent-looking force can be.
What is your favorite Arizona body of water and why? “A tough call, but I would have to say Oak Creek. We’ve enjoyed so many memorable hikes and photo treks in Oak Creek Canyon over the years. West Fork Trail is a true oasis, with Oak Creek flanked by soaring canyon walls, massive boulders and vibrant plant life. It’s such a tranquil place, yet so alive with changing seasons and the mesmerizing sound of cascading waters.” Which Arizona water destination is on your bucket list? "While I’ve spent time on the banks of the Colorado River, I’ve yet to explore the bottom of the Grand Canyon through a river rafting trip. I’m hoping to take one of the longer rafting photography tours on the Colorado River, a trip allowing some extended time deep in the canyon." mwrphotos.com September 2017
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Waterfalls Ten miles down a tributary of the Western region of the Grand Canyon is Supai Village, the last standing area of the country where mail is delivered by mule. Cellphones are useless, and water play rules its days. A handful of waterfalls beckon visitors for a dip, swim or, for the more daring, a plunge. On a warm September day, adventurous hikers stand at the top of Navajo Falls while friends cheer them on to jump off its edge. At Havasu Falls, small pools of pristine, blue-green water are the stuff of dreams. Visitors wade, play and sit, cooling off in this water-bound heaven on earth. And after scaling down a steep canyon wall descent, hikers revel at the 200-foottall Mooney Falls, named for miner James Mooney, who is rumored to be buried in a natural grave of limestone after falling to his death as he attempted to save a friend’s life many moons ago.
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“The walls are steadily increasing in altitude, the curves are gentle, and often the river sweeps by an arc of vertical wall, smooth and unbroken, and then by a curve that is variegated by royal arches; mossy alcoves; deep, beautiful glens; and painted grottoes.� -Major John Wesley Powell
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North Valley Christian Academy’s New Campus
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This month, North Valley Christian Academy will swing open the doors of its new pre-K through 12th grade campus. Located in North Phoenix, the 72,000-square-foot facility debuted August 16, in time for the 2017-18 academic year.
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NVCA will offer a Christ-centered liberal arts education to more than 600 students at full capacity in grades pre-K through 12th grade.
“We are blessed and excited to see this remarkable new campus approach completion,” says Nate Kretzmann, NVCA executive director.
“We are excited to be able to offer students a strong, Bible-based academic education, as well as a foundational education that develops strong social skills and the emotional intelligence of our students,” Nate adds.
At the hub of the new state-of-the-art facility are digital tools designed to support the academy’s collaborative, socially interactive project-based learning. As a Christian school fully accredited by the National Lutheran Schools Association, Association of Christian Schools International and AdvancED,
NVCA plans to expand its blended, project-oriented curriculum in this new learning environment. Its new digital platform is designed to increase student’s flexibility in learning and provide them with a more comprehensive range of athletic programs, performing arts and STEM classes. The classrooms and
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NVCA is still enrolling for the 2017-2018 academic year. For further information, contact Lori Fox at lorif@northvalleyca.org, Natalie Gilliland at natalieg@northvalleyca.org or @623-551-3454. Enrollment information is also available on the website at gonvca.org.
collaborative areas form an integrated network of maker spaces that allow students to work together, explore and innovate in teams, and learn from one another. “The NVCA experience is designed to teach students to think critically, analyze and develop a lifelong passion for learning,” Nate says. “Today’s students want to create and learn simultaneously. They want access to content quickly in a format that is actionable to solving real-world problems.” With the expansion of the campus, NVCA will also offer programs for sports, competitive athletics, leadership and service projects, as well as options in the arts including dance, music and theater. “We want our students to have the opportunity to capture their passion and emotions,” Nate explains. “The arts allow them to explore new ideas, subject matter and cultures in the development of the whole person, while our athletic programs teach Christian conduct and sportsmanship in practice and competition.” The school is still accepting new students. gonvca.org
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42164 N. Mantle Way Offered at $325,000
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This beautiful home in a sought-after gated community has more than $64,000 in upgrades since its initial purchase, making it a must-see! With approximately 1,842 square feet, the split-master plan features three bedrooms and two bathrooms, plus a great room and three-car garage. The exquisite master bedroom features ceramic tile, french exit doors and a walk-in closet, while the upgraded kitchen boasts slab granite countertops; stainless steel appliances and fridge; and a breakfast bar. Immaculate upgrades to this stunning home include a heated pool and spa; landscaping; lighting and pavers; and interior and exterior paint. Practical upgrades have also been made so that truly no detail is overlooked, including a new water heater and full termite treatment with warranty. The home is located in Anthem Parkside’s The Landing, a small gated community that is a gem of solitude with numerous nearby amenities, including a water park; Olympic-size swimming pool; tennis courts; an expansive gym and fitness center with rock-climbing wall; indoor and outdoor basketball courts; and several sports fields. There’s also a skate park, roller hockey rink, sand volleyball court, and catch-and-release fishing ponds circled by a small-gauge railroad.
Please call Linda for your private showing. Linda Rehwalt RE/MAX Professionals 39504 N. Daisy Mountain Dr., Ste. 106, Anthem 602-402-1136 lindarehwalt@azrealty.com
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As a child living alongside the Columbia River in Southeastern Washington, Mike Hammer grew up with nature in his veins. “I was in, on or near it almost every day, either hunting or fishing,” Mike recalls. And, with a skilled army of nature know-how men at his side, the ability to navigate the wild was in his blood. “I learned most of what I know today about hauling equipment, setting up a good camp and what works and what doesn't from my dad and other old-school outdoorsmen, who learned it from previous generations of outdoorsmen,” he explains. September 2017
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Mike spent 12 years on the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association circuit, competing as a bareback bronc rider in rodeos from Houston to Calgary and Cheyenne to Pendleton. He’s worked in the outdoor recreation industry since 1991, as well as a variety of other jobs. “I’ve done about every job there is,” he explains, “from guiding to dishwashing to being stuntman on advertising campaigns. I've hauled equipment and clients into remote locations on the backs of horses, mules, helicopters, jet boats, all-terrain vehicles, motorcycles, whitewater rafts and kayaks.” During that time, he worked for Abercrombie & Kent, Nike, Marlboro, Desert Mountain Club, Young Presidents’ Organization and more. Meanwhile, his wife, Ashley, grew up on a horse farm in Kentucky, where her parents trained and showed horses. Combining their passion for nature and the outdoors, the couple established H2R Expeditions in 2008, a company that provides bespoke camps for clients throughout the western United States. Locally, the business operates a seasonal camp in North Scottsdale for Desert Mountain Club members on its private trail system. “H2R was conceived with the idea to provide a comfortable lodging in unspoiled wild locations,” Mike recalls. “We set out to provide folks with an alternative to the typical campsite or run-of-the-mill lodges and hotels that you find in the American West.” Like a traditional safari camp, H2R Expeditions’ camps are mobile. “We built everything to break down and transport into places out of reach of traditional lodges,” Mike explains, noting that it allows customers to experience truly wild destinations. “When we take the camp down, we leave no trace. I often have trouble describing our camps without pictures, so I tell clients it’s like an American safari camp.” Is this glamping? “As far as the customer is concerned, they can call us whatever they want,” Mike answers. “We think that what we provide is much more than glamping.” It may seem that way at first glimpse, he says, but the company’s camps are purpose-built, “and that purpose is for our customers to be able to enjoy a beautiful, wild and scenic place in comfort. Our focus is on the place where the camp is located, not the manmade things that are built
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Mike Wilson welds a jig for a lantern hanger. The H2R Expeditions co-owner hand crafts all of the company's expedition equipment.
on it. Our best customers are always the ones who come to camp to experience the place on an intimate level, not just for the novelty of sleeping in a tent that looks like it's been decked out by an interior designer with all kinds of impractical accouterments.” Inside the tents, there are real beds with mattresses, high thread count sheets, down comforters and Pendleton wool blankets, as well as en suite bathrooms with hot and cold running water, towels, bathroom amenities and heaters. “We don't consider these glamorous; we provide these things as a standard,” Mike explains. Local chefs prepare regionally-inspired food. “If you come to our camp at Desert Mountain, you're going to see menu items prepared in a way that you'd expect from a true Southwestern chef,” Mike adds. “You'd also listen to music that's inspired by the Southwest, because we hire musicians who play music that fits our camp and the environments where they're set.” Additionally, the company hires local guides who know the area. September 2017
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I love to hear the customer say, ‘We'll be back,' I enjoy the opportunity to live and work in some of the most beautiful areas of America.
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“If you come to one of our camps in Arizona, California, Montana, Wyoming or wherever it is, we want you to come away with the feeling that you truly immersed yourself in that place.” An adventurous clientele that appreciates creature comforts at the end of the day make up the company's key customers, Mike explains. He works with Ashley and a small group of people with the necessary skills to make it happen. “I consider myself extremely lucky to have met and worked side by side with great and talented people in a beautiful country,” he adds. Mike designs, builds, transports, sets up and maintains the camp equipment; handles client logistical relations; and plays the role of host during camp operation. Ashley manages the billing and consults with the customer for a multitude of details such as food menus, food and beverage service, food allergies, sleeping arrangements, entertainment and special requests. Each camp requires attention to a slew of details, which is Mike’s kind of fun. “I'm passionate about the process of designing, building and selecting the elements that comprise a great camp,” Mike explains. “I get great satisfaction from selecting the proper location of a camp, as well as arranging and setting up the infrastructure on-site in a way that meets or exceeds the customers' expectations. I also enjoy putting together an excellent service team in camp, as well as the best local guides who handle recreational activities outside of camp.” In their spare time, the couple unsurprisingly pursues other outdoorsy passions. Mike enjoys fly-fishing and hunting upland birds with his pointing dog, and Ashley is a full-time professional horse trainer who shows horses throughout the country. Still, the benefits of running their expedition company are their main focus and first love, especially because of its intangible rewards. “I love to hear the customer say, ‘We'll be back,’” Mike says. “I enjoy the opportunity to live and work in some of the most beautiful areas of America.” h2rexpeditions.com September 2017
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“Don’t be afraid to call me,” sings Marc Broussard in the soulful chorus of the lead release from his new album, “Easy to Love.” The song, aptly titled “Don’t Be Afraid to Call Me,” debuted on Rolling Stone Country in July with critical acclaim. With the remainder of his album slated to debut in September, the blues singer will perform at the Musical Instrument Museum in October as part of a four-month tour. Broussard’s new album is the first since “Life Worth Living,” which he released in 2014. The singer/songwriter has been performing on stage since he
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was five years-old, when he would pop in on the stage of his father’s American Cajun swamp pop band, The Boogie Kings, and belt out songs like "Johnny B. Goode.” The solo artist released his debut album “Momentary Setback" in 2002, which he independently recorded and released. The song “Home” from his 2004 “Carencro” album catapulted him onto fan radar. The title track is a tribute to Carencro, Louisiana, where Marc was raised and still lives.
In 2007, he released eight albums. His contemporary interpretation of rock, soul and rhythm and blues has been the soundtrack for television shows and movies. The song “Cry to Me” from his third album, “S.O.S. 2: Save Our Soul: Soul On a Mission” attracted more than 1 million views on YouTube. Combined, Broussard has sold more than 500,000 albums to date, which is perhaps no surprise since the hardworking artist performs at least 150 times a year. He’s toured with Zac Brown, Bonnie Raitt, Dave Matthews Band, Chris Isaak, Willie Nelson, September 2017
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Listen Marc Broussard
MIM Music Theater 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. Friday, October 6 8:30 p.m. $43.50-$48.50
Maroon 5, Gavin DeGraw and other artists. He’s also appeared on the “Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” “Late Night with Conan O'Brien,” “Jimmy Kimmel Live!,” “A&E Breakfast with The Arts” and the “CBS Saturday Early Show.” PerformerMag.com writes, “His voice stands above all others in the field. Quite simply, Marc Broussard is the reason they invented soul music.” On October 6, Marc will perform at MIM Music Theater in Phoenix, one of several artists lined up to perform at the museum’s intimate concert hall this fall. Others include blues artist Ana Popovic, whose concert will be on September 3; country artist Lorrie Morgan, who will perform on October 21; and pop, blues and jazz band Gypsy Soul, which will appear on November 4. marcbroussard.com
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It was mother’s instinct that brought Nicolle Rowley and her son, Mason, to the busy Cardon Children’s Medical Center emergency room. Although Mason had no signs of a serious medical condition, the 13-year-old had sought the help of several medical professionals for the intensifying migraines he had been experiencing over the past six months. “They started out mild and constant, and started getting worse and worse,” Mason says, recalling the days leading up to his diagnosis. “They would feel almost like a pounding hammer inside my head.”
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School had just let out for the summer. Earlier that day, Mason had been doing flips on the trampoline. It was two weeks before his 14th birthday. They needed relief — and answers. “I knew something wasn’t right, and I told the doctor that we wouldn’t leave until she did an MRI,” Nicolle recalls. Nicolle’s wish was granted, and the MRI revealed answers they didn’t want but nonetheless needed: Mason had a six centimeter, highly malignant aggressive brain tumor called a glioblastoma multiforme. “I held it together for Mason and went into the hallway and said to the doctor, ‘This can’t be happening, I have cancer myself,’” Nicolle recalls. She had had colon cancer surgery just four months prior. Mason was admitted to the intensive care unit and later that night, the tumor hemorrhaged. “He was in desperate, desperate circumstances,” his father, Jesse Rowley, explains. The tumor was removed immediately. “It’s a miracle that he’s with us,” Nicolle says. Then Mason needed to learn how to walk and talk again. “He was not talking and he was not moving,” Nicolle says. “It took weeks just for him to learn how to communicate.” Mason also needed a highly specialized cancer trial treatment available exclusively at MD Anderson in Houston. “We had to push really hard just to get him out of [traditional care],” Nicolle recalls. September 2017
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“Working with insurance and pediatric cancer was a whole different world for us.” For Mason’s rare condition, treatments are few and far between, making travel a necessity. But thanks to their large extended family, as well as friends and local organizations like Mother’s Grace and Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children (ACFC), the family receives the financial and emotional support they need to travel for Mason’s treatments. “There is no way any family could do this on their own — we have been blessed,” Nicolle says. “It’s not an easy thing and we’re still working through a lot of things, but we’ve relied heavily on Chrisie and her foundation, and she’s become a personal friend. She’s amazing.” ACFC founder and CEO Chrisie Funari personally handed Mason a Sunshine Pack, something every child assisted through ACFC receives. The bags include a blanket, books, small games, art
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supplies and other comforting items. Mason’s had an iPad. “I just remember the look on his face when he pulled it out,” Nicolle recalls. “It’s amazing how it can lift their spirits.” In addition to the Sunshine Packs, ACFC eases the burden for children with cancer through financial assistance, medical travel coordination and K-9 companion visits and placements. A new chapter in Mason’s story began recently when the cancer metastasized to his spine, paralyzing the now 16-year-old from his legs down. He recalls his journey from the beginning. “I thought, ‘Why the heck is it me?’” Mason says. “I tried to comfort myself and in my head, I was telling myself people are going to come out of the closet and say, ‘Got you!’” The teenager found support in family and friends, and he created a new identity: IronMason.
“I like IronMan for his technology and also for the fact that the only reason he is a superhero is because he has a major disability with the shrapnel in his chest, so he has the reactor to protect him,” Mason explains. “He used [those conditions] to become a superhero.” Mason has befriended other kids with cancer and illnesses, and he now uses his story to inspire them. Nearly 750 members follow his fight in Mason’s “Iron Mason the Super Hero Fan Club” Facebook group. “If I can defeat it, I can help so many kids,” Mason says. “I’ve come to the conclusion that we’re all given challenges, and this one has come to me. One day, I will have fought this challenge and won.” Mason is also inspired by 12-yearold Madi, his competitive, confident and motivated little sister and best friend. The feeling is mutual. “Mason is really good at school and his grades, and I have always wanted to be like Mason,” Madi says. “He never gives up. Everyone should be like that because never giving up is the best reward in the world.” Mason’s message is powerful and inspiring: “Cancer is a big monster that we have to fight, and we are the chosen few to do it because we can beat it. Don’t let cancer define you. Let your will to beat cancer be the thing that defines you.” azcancerfoundation.org
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The desert seems an unlikely place for a burgeoning small farm movement, but that hasn’t stopped Greg Peterson of the Urban Farm, a Phoenix-based business he founded in 2001 — though he’s been growing food here in the Valley for more than 40 years. The Urban Farm’s purpose is to educate and inspire people to grow their own food and to deliver the knowledge necessary to do that in a widely accessible way. “It’s actually quite easy to grow vegetables and fruit trees in Phoenix if you know what the rules are,” says Peterson, “and that’s what I teach. It’s about garden location, the quality of your soil and effective watering.” Area residents have a prime opportunity to participate in a signature event: the fourth annual Great American Seed Up on September 22 and 23 at the Uptown Farmers Market at North Phoenix Baptist Church. The event is presented by seedsave.org in collaboration with Urban Farm University, the Micro Farm Project, and Grow Phx. For $50 or less, participants can purchase enough desert-adapted seeds to last them the rest of their lives, says Peterson. Classes on seed storage and seed saving ensure that the seeds can be preserved effectively for decades to come. This year will feature a “Seed Dating” event on Friday night, which allows attendees to bring a friend for
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free and includes viewing of the thought-provoking documentary, “Seed: The Untold Story,” followed by a Q-and-A session with seed expert Bill McDorman (seedsave.org, Rocky Mountain Seed Alliance), who is featured in the film and co-founded the event with Peterson. After shopping a seed bazaar overflowing with open-pollinated, non-GMO vegetable, wildflower, flower and herb seed varieties at deep discounts (at just $1.25, one scoop of basil seeds represents more than 10 packets of purchased seeds), gardeners can attend workshops and presentations with seed experts like McDorman. Kari Spencer of the Micro Farm Project will be offered on Saturday, as well. The Urban Farm events aren’t confined to fall. Now in its 17th year,
its annual Fruit Tree Program features a pop-up nursery with deciduous, citrus and tropical fruit trees. To date, the Urban Farm contributed to the planting of more than 15,000 fruit trees around the Valley. Peterson’s passion for gardening began in 1975, when his mother encouraged him to plant a garden and start growing their own food. When he purchased his first home in 1989 and moved beyond basic gardening, he discovered the concept of permaculture, a whole-system, creative design process for developing sustainable and self-sufficient agricultural ecosystems with zero waste. His 1/3-acre property soon became a completely edible landscape. While growing food in the desert might raise the eyebrows of conservationists, Peterson points out that the environmental impact of shipping produce from around the world or even other states must be balanced with effective growing techniques and the impact on our health. For the past 15 years, Peterson has offered classes, both in-person and online, helping home gardeners grow their own food in spaces small and large. His website offers free resources, as well as a podcast, blog, newsletter and free and fee-based courses of study. The Urban Farm’s programs have drawn attention and accolades from around the country. More than ever before, people want access to nutritious food of local, discernible origin, raised without chemicals, and they want to do it affordably, positively impacting their families and the environment. “The amount of people jumping on board in just the past three or four years has been growing exponentially,” says Peterson. “The attendance at my lectures and twice-yearly tours of the Urban Farm have gone from a handful of people to hundreds. Next year, we will be expanding to engage other urban farmers around town to offer tours of their property.” greatamericanseedup.org urbanfarm.org September 2017
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$2,399,000 Anthem Country Club Custom This gorgeous custom estate is nestled at the base of Daisy Mountain and features timeless European architecture, privacy and mountain views. With more than 8,100 square feet, no expense was spared and no detail was missed. Upon entering this stunning home, you will be greeted by a coffered entry ceiling, brick-barrel hallways, 22-foot tongue-and-groove beamed ceilings and two glass pocket doors. Throughout the home you will find Pella wood casement windows, tumbled travertine floors,
reclaimed wood flooring, highly upgraded lighting and window treatments, venetian plaster and stone walls. The main home offers four bedrooms. Each bedroom is en suite with a private bath, plus a separate guest house with more than 600 square feet. The backyard boasts resort living at its finest.
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$1,595,000 5 BR Great room Home, Wall-of-Glass, Best Landscape & Views. Debbie Omundson, Russ Lyon, Sotheby's 480-375-1522 CarefreeProperty.com
Inviting 3BR home in Anthem Country Club is sure to impress. N/S exposure and plenty of space for fun and games inside and out! Large slider doors from the main living areas lead to the private backyard, covered patio & pool complete with grotto.
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These beautiful fish tacos are stuffed with crispy, baked golden nuggets of coconut-crusted cod and finely-julienned slaw that melts in your mouth. They are then topped off with a gorgeous golden honey mustard sauce, and all of that goodness is wrapped up in homemade paleo cassava flour tortillas. These tacos are 100 percent gluten-free, grainfree and paleo-friendly.
Fire-grilled chili lime shrimp are cradled in a bed of tangy red cabbage slaw and wrapped in a warm tortilla for a light, yet super satisfying dinner. Make extra, because these mouthwatering shrimp tacos go quickly.
Paleo Coconut-Crusted Fish Tacos with Honey Mustard Sauce Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Yield: 10 servings
¾ cup coconut shreds ¼ cup coconut flour ¼ cup arrowroot flour ½ teaspoon paprika 1½ teaspoon sea salt 2 tablespoons olive oil
Ingredients: For the paleo tortillas: 2 cups cassava flour 1 cup coconut milk, canned or boxed ½ cup olive oil ½ cup water 2 teaspoons sea salt 2 teaspoons garlic granules freshly-cracked pepper to taste olive oil for cooking
For the honey mustard sauce: ¼ cup paleo mayonnaise ¼ cup Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons yellow mustard 1 tablespoon white distilled vinegar ¼ cup honey ¼ teaspoon paprika For the slaw: ½ head shredded green cabbage, finely julienned 1 large red pepper, finely julienned ½ cup fresh cilantro, minced ¼ cup black sesame seeds
For the fish nuggets: 2 fresh fillets wild caught cod 1 large egg, beaten
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Directions: For the paleo tortillas: Combine ingredients for the tortillas in a medium-size bowl and mix together until well combined. The dough should stick together and be a smooth consistency. Divide the dough into 10 equal parts and shape into balls. On a piece of parchment paper, roll and pat each section of dough into a thin tortilla (you can use your hands or a rolling pin for this step). If the dough is sticking, sprinkle lightly with cassava flour. Heat a fry pan on the stove over medium-low heat. Drizzle the pan lightly with olive oil for cooking. Cook the tortillas for about 1-3 minutes on each side, until it reaches desired consistency. You can make them crisp or soft — it's up to your personal preference! For the fish nuggets: Preheat oven to 400F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Cut the cod into 1-inch cubes. Toss the cod pieces in 1 beaten egg. Combine the coconut shreds, coconut flour, arrowroot flour, paprika and sea salt in a shallow bowl. Roll the egg-covered cod in the coconut breading mixture. Place the coated fish nuggets onto the baking tray, drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and bake on 400F for 10 minutes. Rotate the nuggets to ensure even cooking, then cook for another 10 minutes until crispy. For the honey mustard sauce: Puree all the ingredients for the sauce in a food processor or blender until smooth, then pour into a jar or dressing bottle. For the slaw: Toss all ingredients for the slaw together in a large mixing bowl. Dress with some of the honey mustard sauce, then set aside. Assemble the tacos by layering slaw, fish nuggets and sauce.
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For a sweet treat that is both vegan- and paleofriendly, look no further than this easy Fig and Honey Paleo Cheesecake. With a deliciously glutenfree “graham cracker” crust, this dessert is also freezer-friendly to extend every decadent bite.
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Fig and Honey Paleo Cheesecake Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Yield: 14 servings Ingredients: For the crust: 1 cup whole raw almonds 1 cup soft medjool dates 1 tablespoon water 1 tablespoon golden-milled flax meal For the filling: 1½ cup soaked raw cashews (soak cashews in hot water for 1-4 hours, until soft) 3 tablespoons lemon juice
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2 tablespoons maple syrup 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the topping: 2-3 whole fresh figs honey for drizzling on top sea salt flakes for sprinkling on top Directions: For the crust: Preheat oven to 400F. Line a 7-by-7inch square cake pan with parchment paper. Pulse together the almonds and dates into a coarse texture. Add water and flax meal and combine. Press crust into the bottom of the cake pan. Bake
for 20 minutes, or until golden brown. For the filling and topping: Puree the cashews in a food processor for a few minutes until they become a smooth texture. Add remaining ingredients and puree until completely smooth. Spread the filling over the crust. Slice fresh figs into quarter-inch rounds and place over the top of the cream layer. Freeze for about 1 hour, until firm. Once the cheesecake has firmed up, take it out of the freezer and drizzle with honey and sea salt flakes. Cut and serve. Store in the freezer or fridge.
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