ImagesAZ Magazine North Scottsdale, Carefree and Cave Creek by Images Arizona Magazine Carefee/Cave Creek Edition

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March 2012

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Meet the Cummens Family Community Youth :: Cassie Miller Youth :: Cali Rodi Stable Devotion Hiking :: Hiking to the Past at Spur Cross Education :: How Do You Spell S-U-C-C-E-S-S? Homes Through Time Tour Caring Corps :: Lend a Hand Fine Art Festival at Cave Creek Stagecoach Village Culture :: Aloha Spirit Dining Guide :: Carefree Station Marketplace Local Index Recipe :: Smoked Salmon Canapés Real Estate Market Update

staff bio Amanda Christmann Larson Contributing Writer 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.

Finding inspiration all around her is not a side job for Amanda. She is founder and director of a volunteer organization called Compassionate Journeys, bringing medical care and teachers to rural villages in Ghana, West Africa. She is motivated every day by her love for children and her desire to provide them with educational, health Marc h 2 0 1 2

and economic opportunities so that they can not only survive, but thrive. More recently, she and her volunteers have begun raising funds to build a home for rescued child slaves in Ghana called “Melor Vinye Wo,” or, “I Love All My Children.” 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 to St. Augustine, Florida, called “Babes Blocking Traffic” to raise funds and increase awareness about child trafficking and slavery going on today across the globe.

Come Beside Us on Our Journey. Canyon church of Christ is a Bible-based fellowship of Jesus Christ followers. Our journey together is based on the Great Commandments and the Great Commission of Jesus… “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind” (Matthew 22:37). “Love your neighbor as yourself” (Matthew 22:39). “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you” (Matthew 28:19-20).

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welcome Editorial

As our brown earth begins to make way for sprouts of green and the brightly colored flowers that announce spring has come to the desert, I am reminded of the beauty and endurance of both the land in which we live and the people who call it home. Like the desert plants, the people of Carefree, Cave Creek and North Scottsdale are as diverse as the colorful blooms and persevering as the saguaros. We are a community of cowboys, artists, animal lovers, entrepreneurs, lovers of the outdoors and so many more individual personalities. We are young and old and in between, but what unifies us all is the common bond of caring for one another and a willingness to lend a hand to a stranger, a neighbor or a friend. This month’s ImagesAZ features just a few characters in our North Valley melting pot. Each one of these stories represents a part of the community, unified by the love we all share for the land and for each other. Like the spring blossoms, we have far more in common than what appears at first glance, and that’s something to celebrate! On behalf of the ImagesAZ writers, designers and other talented staff, I want to thank you for letting us into your homes and lives, and allowing us to bloom and grow together! Sincerely, Shelly Spence Publisher, ImagesAZ Magazine shelly@imagesaz.com 623-341-8221

Homes Through Time Tour P.42 On the Cover: Architect Michael P. Johnson’s home on Sierra Vista Road Photography by Brenna Orozco Writer Donna Kublin

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family Meet the Cummens Family If you know a family you would like to nominate, please email

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“E ver yth i ng we d o h ere i s for th e tow n and for th e area,” h e said o f bot h h i s and h i s w ife’s work.“I wan t to be mayor o n e day,” h e add e d wi th a sm i l e .

ave Creek is unique, with its majestic mountains, Old West legacy and colorful artists. For many, Cave Creek is a place they find somewhere in the middle or end of their

life’s journey, but for one young couple, it has been ingrained in who they are for nearly their whole lives. Kaolin and Hillary Cummens know as much of Cave Creek and its surrounds as anyone. Hillary was born here, and Kaolin moved to the area when he was in early elementary school. Although they didn’t know it, they grew up hiking the same mountains, biking the same trails and roaming the same dust-covered roads. They share the same love for the earth and desert life cycles, and a connection and fascination with wildlife. With four years between them, they spent their early years growing up very much the same, yet didn’t know each other. Kaolin went to Northern Arizona University and got his degree in zoology. About the time he returned home, Hillary went off to the University of Colorado in

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Boulder to study biology. Even hundreds of miles away, they shared the same interests. Although she thought she’d love Colorado for its outdoor opportunities, Hillary also began to miss the desert. “I didn’t appreciate everything we have here until I was gone,” she said. “It wasn’t until I was in college that I realized all this place has to offer.” When Hillary returned, she was, at first, just the little sister of one of Kaolin’s friends, but as they spent more and more time together hiking, biking and enjoying arts and music, they developed a friendship and then something more. It was a dance performance at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts that eventually sealed the deal. Hillary was running late, so they picked up take-out from Pita Jungle on the way, and as they were sitting in the car eating before the show, Kaolin popped the question. They married in April 2008. Now, with an adorable, busy blond two-year-old in tow, they are beginning their own traditions and passing on their love for the Cave Creek desert and all it has to offer to a new generation. A little over 10 years ago, Kaolin began working at Flat Tire Bike Shop, a fun, earthy bike store in historic downtown Cave Creek. He’s handled the place through three different managements, and is now aspiring to be the fourth and final owner. Hillary has also dedicated herself to one of her childhood loves: wildlife. She is the assistant education director at Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center. “I love being part of the process of being able to rescue an injured animal, see it get better and release it back into the wild,” she explained. She also enjoys creating awareness about desert and other Arizona animals and birds. Often, people are fearful of coyotes, mountain lions and bears, but with a little education, the fear subsides and people begin to realize that it is possible to co-habitate with these creatures, whose ecosystem is constantly being altered by human encroachment. Kaolin is adamant about creating a different kind of awareness, too. He is passionate about preserving access to the 10,000 acres of wilderness in Cave Creek, and one day, when business and family are ready to

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afford him time to do so, he would like to hold a public office in town so that he can keep

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the trails and public lands that were so much a part of his childhood available for his own grandchildren. “Everything we do here is for the town and for the area,” he said of both his and his wife’s work. “I want to be mayor one day,” he added with a smile.

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there wasn’t open space for people to use, they wouldn’t come. If business owners want to and it’s the land … the beautiful mountains and the trail systems all around here. If we don’t lock it down, it’s going to get developed.” Together with the Town of Cave Creek and other dedicated volunteers, he organized the Cave Creek Bicycle Festival to raise money to preserve 4,000 acres of open space that will provide access to trails and state lands. It seems in life that people either try to have what they want or learn to want what they have, and a few people figure out how to have both. Kaolin and Hillary Cummens have learned that, with hard work and dedication, and a whole lot of love for each other, the beauty of their surroundings and the people of their town, they can have all that they need.

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Cave Creek Museum Celebrates “Archaeology Month”

March is “Archaeology Month” and what better way to celebrate than to attend one of the many educational programs and special events hosted by Cave Creek Museum? Located at 6140 Skyline Dr., the museum features an extensive collection of prehistoric and historic artifacts that describe the lives of Native Americans, miners, ranchers and pioneers. The event schedule is as follows: Archaeology Expo at Spur Cross, March 3, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Archaeology Presentation at Cave Creek Museum, March 10, 1 to 4 p.m. “Desert Plants” at Cave Creek Museum, March 17, 1 to 4 p.m. “Do Artifacts Talk?” Children’s Program at Cave Creek Museum, March 24, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. 480-488-2764 www.cavecreekmuseum.org

Musical Instrument Museum Seeks Volunteers

Do you love music? Do you enjoy learning and teaching? Become a docent at the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)! It is a unique opportunity to become involved with this incredible museum. Docents provide guided educational tours highlighting various countries and musical cultures in all five of MIM’s geographical galleries to school-aged groups, Monday through Friday, during the school year. Docents commit to 40 hours of training over an eightweek period. Training takes place at MIM on Tuesday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. MIM’s next docent training begins March 6 and ends April 24, 2012. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age. www.theMIM.org/support/volunteer

Desert Willow Elementary Celebrates Centennial

In celebration of Arizona’s 100th birthday, Desert Willow Elementary created a 735-person flag. Each student held up a colored paper and together they formed the Arizona flag. After they made the flag, the students were able to dance the Cupid Shuffle as a whole school, both students and staff. Happy Birthday, Arizona!

Copper Sword Award

Barbara Hatch, founder of the Veterans Heritage Project, which seeks to connect students with veterans, was the very proud recipient of the Copper Sword Award presented to her Feb. 9, by Chuck Schluter, President of the Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame Society (AVHOF). Presented annually,

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the Copper Sword is the highest honor the AZVHOF awards to a civilian with ties to Arizona who has gone above and beyond the call of duty to help further the initiatives of veterans, patriotism and humanitarianism. It is quite a tribute this year as Arizona celebrates its centennial. The AVHOF Society consists of individuals who have been inducted into the Arizona Veterans Hall, their immediate family members, and the leadership of the Arizona Department of Veterans Services (ADVS) and the Unified Arizona Veterans (UAV). The Copper Sword is awarded based on the vote of the entire organization. Past recipients include Eddie Basha, Dr. Jesse McGuire, Sr. and Mr. Scott Essex. The Honorable Jerry Weiers, Arizona State Representative, was also recognized as an outstanding legislator, receiving the Copper Shield award. Veteran’s Heritage Project (VHP), which started out as a club by Mrs. Hatch at Cactus Shadows High School (CSHS) in the Cave Creek School District in 2004, has grown to include four additional schools, Show Low High School, Tucson’s Ironwood Ridge High School, and Paradise Valley’s Shea Middle School and Shadow Mountain High School. The project connects students with Arizona veterans in an effort to capture and record their personal accounts of service, sacrifice and honor in preserving our Nation’s freedom. The essays written by students are compiled into a published volume of stories, which is sent to the Library of Congress through the Veterans History Project of the American Folklife Center.

Christ the Lord Lutheran Church Introduces MOPS

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS), a program designed to encourage mothers with children under school age through relationships and resources, is being introduced at Christ the Lord Lutheran Church in Carefree, 9205 E. Cave Creek Road, Carefree. Women come from different backgrounds and lifestyles, yet have similar needs and a shared desire to be the best mothers they can be! MOPS groups provide a caring, accepting atmosphere for today’s mother of preschoolers. At MOPS, each mother has an opportunity to share concerns, explore areas of creativity and hear instruction that equips her for the responsibilities of family and community. The MOPS program includes MOPPETS, a loving, learning experience for children. Approximately 4,000 groups meet in churches throughout the United States, Canada and 35 other countries, to meet the needs of women. A MOPS group is now forming at Christ the Lord Lutheran Church in Carefree, with the first meeting slated for March 23 from 9:15 to 11:15 a.m. The cost of this program is $100 a year. 308-641-2455 lynne@ctlcarefree.org

The 2012 Kiwanis Summer Art Internship Program

Do you know of a teenager who is artistically talented? The Kiwanis Club of Carefree has a way for that teen to celebrate their talent. For the last 10 years, Kiwanis has generously funded a program that gifts teens with an opportunity to attend classes at the world-renowned Scottsdale Artists School during the summer months. Applicants interested in photography are also strongly encouraged to apply. M a rch 2 0 1 2

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Each spring high school freshmen, sophomores and juniors may apply for this internship. The application process includes students from Cactus Shadows High School, and also includes alternative and charter schools, plus the home-schooled. Local professional artists judge the internship applications. Winners are chosen for their artistic abilities but also weighing heavily in the judging is the individual’s willingness to try something new and to make the most of the experience of being in an adult class. Of major consideration is their ability to bring back what they learned during their summer art experience to share with their classmates in the fall. Each winner attends a four-week course, spending one day a week at the Scottsdale Artists School. They are allowed to choose the course of their liking from the full curriculum. They attend that course one day a week for four weeks, during either June or July. Students wishing to learn a skill in an area not covered by the school, such as welding, may work with a program-approved mentor. A $25 gift certificate is included to help pay for their supplies. Encourage that young artist to apply for this positive artistic experience. Applications will be available on the Kiwanis Club of Carefree’s website in April at www.kiwaniscarefree.org. Information is available from Virginia Brooks, a local artist and a member of the Kiwanis Club. 480-220-6696

Wildflowers!

It’s time to get out on the trails and enjoy the beauty of nature as spring erupts in kaleidoscopic patterns of color around the Valley of the Sun. The parks of Maricopa County offer many opportunities for long, intimate, contemplative meanderings on bright, beautiful, well-marked trails. They also offer educational and informative hikes lead by knowledgeable rangers and docents. Learn what is edible, what is medicinal, and what to avoid. There are adventures for every palate, so visit the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation website at: www. maricopa.gov/parks. Choose from one of the many informative, wildflower hikes or just get directions for a private, leisurely stroll. Whatever your decision, you can’t go wrong. The desert is bloomin’ beautiful this time of year. Below is a list of some of the upcoming wildflower hikes: • March 2, 11 a.m., Medicinal Plant Walk, McDowell Park • March 2, 12 p.m., All About the Desert Wildflowers, Usery Park • March 3, 10 a.m., Desert Wildflower Walks, North Trail, McDowell Park • March 4, 1:30 p.m., “Wild for Wildflowers!” Walk, Usery Park • March 8, 9 a.m., The Desert Grocery Store, North Trail, McDowell Park • March 10, 10 a.m., Day Hiking and Flowers, Lake Pleasant • March 17, 9 a.m., Wildflower Walk, Spur Cross • March 17, 10 a.m., Flowers, Flowers, and More Flowers!! Cave Creek Regional Park • March 25, 9 a.m., Incredible Edibles, Cave Creek Regional Park

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John Doyle, Karan Casey, and John Williams

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MIM in March

The Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, hosts several concerts in the month of March. The strong sense of Celtic pride is clearly evident as several Irish-influenced performers take the stage on and around St. Patrick’s Day. MIM will host the following concerts in the month of March: • Paquito D’Rivera with the Brasil Guitar Duo; Friday, March 9, 7 & 9 p.m. Tickets: $40–$45. • Coyote Jump, A Canyon Records 60th Anniversary Concert; Saturday, March 10, 7 p.m. Tickets: $25–$30. • Museum Encounter: Mark Fugina; Sunday, March 1, 12:30 & 2:30 p.m. Tickets: Free with museum admission. • MIM Musical Interludes, featuring University of Arizona School of • Music: “Heavy Metal Music”– Kelly Thomas, tuba and euphonium; Monday, March 12, 1 p.m. Tickets: Free (no museum admission required). • A Celebration of Celtic Culture; Thursday, March 15, noon to 3 p.m. Tickets: Free with museum admission. • Music In Motion: Trotters Wake; Thursday, March 15, 6 p.m. Tickets: Free with museum admission or $7 for performance only. • Steinway Lecture Series: The Secrets of Steinway with Kevin Rindlisbacher; Saturday, March 17, 2:30 p.m. Tickets: Free with museum admission. • John Doyle, Karan Casey, and John Williams; Saturday, March 17, 2:30 p.m. & 7 p.m. Tickets: $32–$36. • Toots Thielemans; Thursday, March 22, 7 p.m. Tickets: $40–$45. • Suzy Bogguss; Friday, March 23, 7 p.m. Tickets: $35–$45. • Experience Brazil; Saturday, March 24, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tickets: Free with museum admission. • Amelia Piano Trio; Saturday, March 24, 7 p.m. Tickets: $32–$36. • MIM Musical Interludes, featuring Arizona State University School of Music: German Music for Winds and Piano; Wednesday, March 28, 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. Tickets: Free (no museum admission required). • Alpin Hong; Friday, March 30, 7 p.m. Tickets: $30–$35 • Nakai, Eaton, and Clipman, A Canyon Records 60th Anniversary Concert; Saturday, March 31, 7 p.m. Tickets: $35–$40.

March 4, 11, 18 & 25 el Pedregal Spring Festival

el Pedregal Shops and Dining at The Boulders resort returns with a new Spring Festival featuring lively music, distinctive shopping, and refreshing wines. Held in the outdoor ampitheatre, guests are invited to sit under the blue sky and relax on the grass and listen to music every Sunday throughout the month of March between the hours of 1 - 4 p.m. Urban Quartet, a band noted for their “not your ordinary string quartet” style, will perform March 4th. The band brings to the stage an eclectic repertoire performing original and contemporary works including Metallica, Sting, U2, the Cranberries, Eminem, Coldplay, Fergie, Gwen Stefani, the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, the Rolling Stones and more! Their music features M a rch 2 0 1 2

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a wide range of sounds including hard rock, alternative rock, pop, club music, cutting-edge electronic music, jazz and original film music. The lineup for the remainder of the month is as follows: • March 11 - Eric Miller, Mike Breen & The Big Dream and JC & Laney (three separate concerts) • March 18 - Marmalade Skies–This seven piece band performs songs from the Beatles • March 25 - Mother’s Favorite Child.

March 10th The Sonoran Arts League’s “Art Stuff Sale”

The Sonoran Arts League is hosting their Art Stuff Sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 10th, at 7162 E. Stevens Road, Cave Creek. Antiques, usable art supplies, art jewelry and clothing, art, art books, studio and show equipment will be for sale; all proceeds to benefit the Sonoran Arts League student Art Incentive Bag Program and YouthArt. Prior to March 8th, the Sonoran Arts League will graciously accept donations of the aforementioned items. 480-575-6624

March 10 Desert Foothills Library Celebrates Passport Day

On Saturday, March 10 the Desert Foothills Library will host a special passport event in Cave Creek from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to provide passport information to U.S. Citizens and to accept passport applications. U.S. citizens must present a valid passport book when entering or reentering the United States by air. US. Citizens entering the United States from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Bermuda at land borders and sea ports of entry must present a passport book, passport card, or other travel documents approved by the U.S. government. www.travel.state.gov National Passport Information Center: 1-877-487-2778

March 11-13 Elite Cats Coming to Arizona

The elite cats are coming. Jaguars from the 1930s to the 2012 models, from elegant touring cars to powerful Le Mans racecars, will be arriving in Arizona for 2012’s largest and most prestigious collection of Jaguars in North America. The Western States Meet will be hosted by the Jaguar Club of Central Arizona (JCCA) March 11-13, 2012 in Chandler, AZ.

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On Sunday, March 11 the fun begins with the Western States Concours d’Elegance held at Dr. A.J. Chandler Park, 3 South Arizona Avenue., in the heart of downtown Chandler from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free to spectators, this charity event will showcase more than 140 vintage, classic and contemporary Jaguars including an SS 100–Jaguar’s first sports car–as well as the world-famous million-dollar C-Types and D-Types and over two dozen examples of the legendary E-Type. On Monday, March 12 a 75-mile Western States Rally/Tour will take place with more than 50 Jaguars participating. The rally, beginning at 9 a.m., will depart from the San Marcos Hotel, and is certain to be a must-see for Jaguar lovers.

On Tuesday, March 13, many of the same Jaguars will be put through their paces on a timed Western States Slalom course that includes lots of tight turns and squealing tires. The slalom takes place 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Chandler’s Hamilton High School, 3700 S. Arizona Ave. Throughout the event, appearances will be made by Jaguar legend Norman Dewis. Dewis, now 91, spent 33 years as chief test development engineer and was one of the most important figures in the success of Jaguar. At the Concours, Dewis will be signing his book, “Norman Dewis of Jaguar: Developing the Legend” and will be available for autographs. Still a driver at heart, Dewis will also be participating in both the tour and slalom the following two days. www.jcna.com

March 15-25 The Wallace & Ladmo Show

Desert Foothills Theater (DFT), a division of the Foothills Community Foundation, presents “The Wallace & Ladmo Show,” running Thursday, March 15 through Sunday, March 25 at Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center’s Black Box Theater, 33606 N. 60th Street, in North Scottsdale. The show is designated as an official Centennial Legacy project. Written and directed by Ben Tyler, “The Wallace & Ladmo Show” is an original comedic play that looks at the true meaning of success. In 1964, mock-rock band Hub Kapp (Pat McMahon) and The Wheels premiered on “The Wallace & Ladmo Show.” Because of the popularity of “The Wallace & Ladmo Show,” the band was an overnight sensation—even appearing on the Steve Allen Show. Locally, their sales skyrocketed and they were beating out The Beatles on the charts. Hollywood record producers came to call and the next thing they knew, cast members were being asked to move to Hollywood—being wooed with large contracts and glitz and glamour. But this is more than a story of the rise and fall of a one-hit wonder band spawned from a kids’ TV show in little back-water 1964 Phoenix, M a rch 2 0 1 2

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Arizona; it is a story about the measure of success in our own lives. What is “the big time”? How much success do you need to be happy? How important are friendship and loyalty in our lives? Show times are at 7:30 p.m. for the Thursday, March 15 Preview Night; Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets range from $15 to $20 for children under 18, and from $22 to $30 for adults. 480-488-1981; www.desertfoothillstheater.com

March 22-25 “Reflect in Sedona” Women’s Retreat

Sisters On Purpose is hosting a rare opportunity to take a break from your busy daily life to renew and recharge, all within the beautiful and magical surroundings of Sedona. Often referred to as Mother Nature’s red-rock temples, the red mountains of Sedona offer the perfect place for spiritual and personal enrichment, which can inspire a life-transforming and soulnourishing experience. Sisters on Purpose has designed this retreat to combine hiking around these stunning red buttes and monoliths, with daily thought-provoking messages, and meaningful conversations, as well as time for journaling, meditation and self-reflection. Guests will also have the opportunity to take advantage of the local shops and be treated to a Spa treatment and an entertainment surprise. This retreat includes all meals and transportation from/to Phoenix. One-on-one mentoring is available on an “as requested” basis. Inspired by three sisters, who for the past 25 years, every year, have spent one weekend together to see each other, escape from their own lives and blow off steam, Sisters On Purpose has grown to an international retreat program providing unique experiences that support women in accepting and embracing the fullness of who they are, empowering them in the infinite possibilities of their life, and igniting them into living a life of passion, joy and purpose. www.sistersonpurpose.com

March 25 “Homes Through Time” Home Tour

One thing that makes the Desert Foothills area unique is its diverse architecture. Tour five contemporary homes that stand out for their design and sustainability. Homes on the tour include those of local architects Fred Osmon and Michael P. Johnson, as well as homes designed by Frank Imel, Will Bruder and Shelby Wilson.

Tickets can only be purchased at the Museum, not the homes. Advance tickets cost $25 per person. The Museum will open early at 8 a.m. on Sunday, March 25 to sell tickets, which cost $30 the day of the event. Credit cards are accepted. Please call to purchase advance tickets. 480-488-2764; www.cavecreekmuseum.org

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with a Garden Courtyard, Rooftop Deck, Atrium Patio & Cozy Indoor Spaces.

Located in the Historical Spanish Village 7212 Ho Hum Road. Carefree - 480.488.8182

Three Great Experiences in One Location!

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March 28 Pitch Me a Word!! 2nd Annual Desert Foothills Community Spelling Bee

The 2nd Annual Desert Foothills Community Spelling Bee is being held from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center, March 28. Contestants will range in age from seventeen to “I no longer admit my age.” Teams of three will represent businesses, schools, high school clubs, non-profits, HOA’s and clubs from Carefree, Cave Creek and Northeast Scottsdale and Phoenix within the boundaries of the Cave Creek Unified School District. Partners in Education (PIE), a program of the Foothills Community Foundation (FCF), will organize the event. Over the past 20 years, PIE has provided more that $2 million in scholarships and Teacher Vision Grants in support of our local students and teachers. Last year’s event grossed over $16,500 thanks to sponsors, residents, PTOs and local organizations.

March 28-April 1 Cave Creek Fiesta Days Rodeo & Parade

Mark your calendar to attend one of the Valley’s biggest events, Fiesta Days™ Rodeo, set for Wednesday, March 28 through Sunday, April 1 in Cave Creek. Presented by the Desert Foothills Community Association (DFCA), the 34th annual event kicks off Wednesday, March 28 with a golf tournament at Tatum Ranch Golf Club, followed by dinner, fundraising and awards at Harold’s Corral. The festivities continue throughout the weekend at Cave Creek Memorial Arena with three full, thrilling PRCA rodeo performances featuring top-ranking Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) and Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) contestants. New this year: Renowned stock contractor Cervi Rodeo will bring their world champion bucking horses and bulls to this year’s Fiesta Days Rodeo, elevating the event’s standing in the national rodeo circuit. DFCA organizers say Cervi will infuse a new, fresh energy into the rodeo and attract new contestants. Also new this year: Parking is free, but event organizers will continue to collect non-perishable food donations to support the Foothills Food Bank. Friday night’s performance is “Tough Enough to Wear Pink” in support of the fight against cancer. The Fiesta Days Parade kicks off at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 31 in the Town of Cave Creek. Mutton Bustin’ for the little Buckaroos will be on Saturday afternoon, followed by the Saturday night rodeo performance. Sunday’s performance is Wrangler National Patriot Day in support of America’s wounded and fallen soldiers and their families. Rodeo dances with live music will be held both Friday and Saturday nights after the rodeo at Harold’s Corral in Cave Creek. Rodeo admission is $12 for adults and $6 for children ages 6-17. Children five and under are free. www.cavecreekprorodeo.com

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March 29 Party for the Stars

Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain and the Phoenix Astronomical Society are teaming up to host a Star Party, March 29 from 7 to 10 p.m at the Paradise Valley Community College Campus, 34250 N. 60th St., Cave Creek. The Phoenix Astronomical Society will be providing telescopes, allowing for amazing star observation. The event is free. 602-561-5389; events@pasaz.org

March 29 Taste of the Foothills Celebration and Cash and Caring Get ready for delicious food tastings, live music and entertainment under the stars as the nonprofit Foothills Caring Corps hosts their 8th Annual Taste of the Foothills Celebration and Cash & Caring event on Thursday, March 29.

The festivities take place from 5 – 8 p.m., at el Pedregal, 34505 N. Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale. Participating restaurants include Bryan’s Black Mountain Barbeque, Café Bink, Carefree Station, El Encanto, Firecreek Coffee, Latilla at the Boulders, Harold’s Corral and Venues Café. The Cash & Caring benefit raffle drawing will be held throughout the evening when three winners will receive cash prizes. A live auction and game of chances prize board drawings will also take place. Cash & Caring raffle tickets are on sale now, and at the event, and cost $100 each, three for $275 or eight for $500. Participants need not be present to win. Proceeds will benefit the Foothills Caring Corps, a volunteer-based service organization whose primary mission is to promote independence and enhance the quality of life for older residents in the northeast Valley. 480-488-1105 www.foothillscaringcorps.com

April 21 Earth Day Celebration: Green Cave Creek

Anyone who is interested in saving the planet or curious about how to do so should plan on attending Green Cave Creek, a community event that will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 21 at the FCF –Holland Community Center in Scottsdale. The volunteer committee is looking for exhibitors, vendors, businesses, non-profit organizations and local residents who want to be involved in promoting sustainable energy alternatives, earth-friendly conservation and educational efforts taking place at the Green Cave Creek festivities in April. If you are interested, consider coming out to support this worthwhile event. www.cavecreek.org; Jennifer Smith-Izzo, 480-420-9301

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youth Goalkeeper Cassie Miller If you know a young person you

Writer Jeff Penzone

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C as sie h as alre a d y experi en c e d playing i n E urope with th e N ati onal Te a m

Grit and determination. These are two traits Cactus Shadows High School junior goalkeeper Cassie Miller embodies every time she steps out onto the soccer field. Besides her starting role in the net for the Division 2 State runner-up Lady Falcon soccer team, Cassie is representing the United States in international competition. To say her character and skill have been beneficial for Cactus Shadows would be an understatement. “It’s something the coaches have really impressed on our national team squad in camp and when we enter matches against international competition,” says the 16-year-old, who has a wealth of soccer background and experience that most players only dream of.

and th rougho u t

“Coach Vitorrio was awesome and really brought that idea of grit and determination to life

th e U n i te d

“I was really happy I decided to play for Cactus Shadows this year, and even though I missed

States wi th th e R e g ional Olym p i c Deve l opment Te a m .

throughout the season with our squad,” Cassie explains, reflecting upon the 2011-2012 season. the state playoff final, I believe we could not have achieved all that we did unless we had that common focus.” Cassie had to miss the last two Cactus Shadows matches due to her national team commitment, but was a starter in every other game this year. “As a group, we really pushed one another to achieve the goal of getting to the state final. I was disappointed that the national team camp overlapped the state final, but was appreciative that my Cactus Shadows teammates understood.”

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It is that type of selfless attitude that made this year’s squad so special, and that helped Cassie really appreciate all the opportunities that she has experienced so far as a player. According to her mother Kim, Cassie was consistently determined and focused to be on top of her game, no matter what the circumstances. “After starting soccer on a recreational team in the northeast Valley, Cassie was invited to try out for a more competitive program with the Gilbert Arsenal,” explains Kim. The family, who lived in Mesa at the time, was both excited and nervous about this invitation. After

four

days

performance

placed

trying her

out,

Cassie’s

between

being

selected for the elite team of the age group, and qualifying for the middle tiered team. During the last training session, the coach punted a ball into the air and asked the girls to head the ball when it came down. As many other players scattered, Cassie took the challenge and succeeded. The rest is history, as they say, as this young lady has developed into one of the premier goalkeepers in the nation, and is poised to qualify for the Under 17 Women’s World Cup in Azerbaijan this next September. Cassie has already experienced playing in Europe with the National Team and throughout the United States with the Regional Olympic Development Team. She also has been the starting goalkeeper and team captain for the Sereno Soccer Club the past six years. “It’s an exciting opportunity to play for the national team and it has always been a dream of mine to achieve getting to the Women’s World Cup,” says Cassie. It is one that keeps her humble as well. “I still train younger goalkeepers for the Arizona Renegades soccer club. Having the ability and opportunity to instruct some of these kids that are just learning is very cool and a lot of fun.” And fun is what she hopes to continue in her career as she follows her dream, representing her school and her country with courage and tenacity, and the confidence of a winner. M a rch 2 0 1 2

youth Cali Rodi If you know a young person you would like to nominate, please

Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque Photographer Jerri Parness

email shelly@imagesaz.com.

She’s 16 years old, attends Cactus Shadows High School and enjoys hanging out with friends and having fun. She is a typical 16-year-old young woman … except for the fact that she is an accomplished singer/songwriter who has made quite a name for herself in the country music

Cave Creek’s

C u te st Co u n tr y Cro o n e r

world, and her star is on the rise. Cali has a unique style and talent that really can’t quite be compared to any other artist. Influenced by country artists Lori McKenna, Eric Church, and Merle Haggard, her lyrics are honest and memorable; her message is powerful and impressive. It is safe to say that Cali is well on her way to becoming a major force in country music. Cali began playing the guitar when she was nine years old, and she was writing songs by age 12. Mom, Karen, recalls, “I first noticed that Cali had some talent when I watched her at age three do an impromptu dance on my bed while singing Shania Twain’s “Honey, I’m Home” from start to finish. Then I saw it again in full force at age 12 when she sat down in front of a crowded cowboy bar in Cave Creek at open mic and fearlessly sang and played guitar.”

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She landed her first paying gig that night

Cali has been asked by Big Little Town

at the Buffalo Chip Saloon and earned her

for three years running to kick off their

first $100 a couple of months later. She

Ride For a Cure event, which happens

has been steadily performing at Arizona

to take place during the same week as

venues ever since. She was selected from

CMA Music Fest, benefitting the T.J. Martell

hundreds of other artists to take part in

Foundation. The foundation is especially

Tempe Center for the Arts’ Songwriters’

close to Cali’s heart, as she lost her

Showcase last year, and her performance

grandmother, her best friend and musical

aired on PBS in September 2011.

inspiration, to cancer on the very day that she first performed at the ride at age

Cali has made many connections here in

14. This past August, Cali also performed

Arizona, including one with X-Factor Top

the national anthem at Wrigley Field in

30 contestant and local favorite, Ryan

Chicago. In October, she joined American

Sims, with whom she wrote the song,

Idol’s Lauren Alaina to raise more money

“Dodging Bullets,” a tribute to the power of

for T. J. Martell during the family day

love during times of war. Cali has had the

event in Nashville.

opportunity to open for actor/singer John Corbett at Harold’s in Cave Creek, and she

During her musical experiences over the

has played in regional venues, including

past three years, Cali has been given some

Desert Ridge Marriott in Phoenix, Taste of

very valuable advice from trusted mentors,

Cave Creek in 2010, and Compound Grill.

including her guitar teacher, Billy Cioffi, who has urged her to “play like a man,”

As much as Cali loves Arizona and her

meaning not to lightly strum the guitar like

true-blue fans who have been with her since

so many other female artists do, but to

the beginning of her career, it has always

play like she does–fiercely, with passion,

been her dream to perform in the home

skill and conviction. This advice served her

of country music, Nashville, Tennessee. Due

well on her first trip to Nashville when

to her incredible talent and work ethic,

industry folks noticed her playing set her

her dream has begun to take shape. Cali

apart from her female contemporaries.

has performed at the CMA Music Fest for the past three years at Darryl Worley’s

Another valuable piece of advice came

benefit for cystic fibrosis at The Stage on

straight from Hillary Scott of supergroup

Broadway. This year, she performed a Patsy

Lady Antebellum, and her mom, Grammy

Cline song with star Kellie Pickler.

award-winning singer Linda Davis, who

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youth Cali Rodi If you know a young person you would like to nominate, please email shelly@imagesaz.com.

works with Cali in Nashville on stage performance. During one session with Linda, Hillary popped in to watch and chatted awhile, sharing her experiences as part of Lady Antebellum and stressing the importance of ‘waiting for your time.’ Linda told her, “God has a plan for you, so when it’s your time to shine, you’ll know. Be ready for it.”

Together, Cali and Karen realize that it is all about hear t.

Perhaps the most valuable advice came from Mom, who urges Cali, “Be real. Be yourself. Write the songs that come from your heart.” And that, she does. Now, with more than 50 heartfelt songs under her belt so far, Cali says, “In country music, the song is what it’s all about. When I write a song that people connect to, I know I have

Cali has one

created something special.” Indeed, she has. While most young women her age are interested

piece of advice

for her audiences. Cali shares, “If you come to one of my shows, I will give you an experience

for other young

in partying with high school friends, Cali is squarely focused on providing a tip-top performance that makes you feel something: charged up, vulnerable, or passionate, you name it, I have a song for you.”

people who are

At this point, Cali has a bright and promising career ahead of her, with both time and talent

pursuing their

can on her journey to becoming the type of country artist that she wants to be. She knows

dreams, mus ical or other wise,“Go for it with a ll of your hear t!”

on her side. Mom, Karen, envisions her daughter, “getting to Nashville and soaking up all she the importance of paying some dues, putting in the hours and learning from other people who have been there.” Together, Cali and Karen realize that it is all about heart. Cali has one piece of advice for other young people who are pursuing their dreams, musical or otherwise, “Go for it with all of your heart!” Karen is confident that Cali’s “big heart” will continue to show through her songs, in her connections with fans, and in her passion for using music to help the fight against cancer. We can’t wait to see where your dreams, talent and passion take you, Cali!

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Devotion Stable We are all born with different passions, and we are created with a choice: to take a risk and follow those passions, or take a path more trod. For some, the choice is difficult. For others, though, choosing between making a living and making a life is never really a question because they have found a way to do both. Writer Amanda Christmann Larson Photographer Jerri Parness

For Carefree resident Teri Patton-Rich, there was never really another option except following her heart. Loving horses is not just something she does, it’s who she is.

Show me your horse and I’ll tell you who you are.

-Old English Proverb

Since the moment she was first lifted onto a saddle as a little girl, Teri was hooked. Her parents bought her first horse when she was nine years old, and, although she didn’t know it at the time, she began then her lifelong career of connecting with and training horses. “It’s been my life forever,” she reflects from inside the courtyard at Los Cedros USA, where her dreams have led her. Her father was in the military, and as her family moved from state to state to follow his career, the horses in her life maintained a rhythm of stability. She began to see herself through the eyes of her horses. When she second-guessed herself, the horses picked up on it and became jittery. When she showed fear, the horses picked up on that and became fearful as well. When she was confident, the horses were assured and followed direction. Through the horses’ instincts, she learned to trust her own inner self. As a teenager, her competitive personality was fed with competitions and challenges, and they continued to push her to become a better rider. Her disciplines included Western pleasure, gymkhana events, hunter jumpers and eventing, each one demanding new skills and dedication. Rather than settling for medals, each time she excelled, she wanted more. It was that drive that propelled her into the world of dressage, where “excellent” is not quite good enough, and the rider is just as dependent on the horse as the horse is on the rider. They work as one. “I’m a competitive person,” she explains. “Competing gives me a gauge of where I’m at. I’m always competing against bigger people, and I learn things at every show. I could stay where I’m at and be a big fish in a small pond, but I go where I’m the little fish because I get better that way.” Dressage is a sport of trust, just as much as it is one of dedication, skill and the kind of talent that isn’t learned, so much as it’s born. It takes tremendous investment of time, effort and money to cultivate a championship, and a relationship between the horse and the rider that allows them to synchronize themselves like figure skaters, performing complex moves while making them look effortless. There is nothing left to chance in dressage, and those who learn to love it wake up in the morning with a tingle of anticipation, eager for that symbiotic connection they’ve created with their horse.

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For all of the work involved, Teri wouldn’t have it any other way. “I have a hard time understanding people who don’t have a passion because I have always had a passion for this,” she says, sweeping her hand in an invisible arc to encompass the barn and horses surrounding her at Los Cedros, where she is a full-time dressage trainer and instructor. “It’s fun to have a job that is your passion.” As in her own evolution with horses, as a dressage instructor, she recognizes the role that fear and other emotions play in communication between riders and their horses. In some ways, the people and horses she teaches and trains are in an intricate dance. She is part choreographer, part psychologist, interpreting the synergy of their moods and personalities and developing each element of their technique until they merge as one, horse and rider, and create a flawless performance. In her early 20s, Teri married and had a daughter and a son. She and her husband raised them in Payson. “I often say that my kids are the best two things I’ve ever done in my life,” Teri beams when she talks about them. Now 23 and 21 years old, her children, too, have learned to be fearless in cultivating and following their own dreams. “I always told them, ‘Find your passion and follow it. I don’t care if you want to be a basket weaver. Do it, and do it well. Do what you want to do, and you’ll be successful.’” Over time, and after many competitions lost and won, Teri faced different challenges, both in and out of the arena. As she started to train more and more horses, she found that some had bad habits that were difficult to break. But as, one by one, she fixed them, she learned understanding and patience, for the horses, of course, but also for herself. She learned that it’s never too late to start over. Fourteen years ago, she bought a horse from Germany named Fontainebleau, a beautiful, spirited Hanoverian gelding. The two of them became inseparable. “He and I … there’s just a bond we’ve always had. He understands me and I him, he is my ‘soulmate’ in horses. There were people who came along through the years and offered a lot of money to buy him, but he was never for sale. We weren’t like that,” she says. “Horses are special. If you’re having a difficult time, you can go to the barn and forget all of your troubles. They just read you.” Four years ago, recently divorced, with her children grown, she left Payson on her own, with Fontainebleau in tow. She continued to follow her dream and pursue her passion, but the path wound around and led her to something completely different. “Sometimes you do have to change,” she says. “I hate change, I hate it, but sometimes it ends up being something special.”

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She and Fontainebleau did end up somewhere special. Teri opened a training center in North Scottsdale and they began building a life together in the Valley. In early 2009, Fontainebleau sustained a stress fracture. Equine orthopedic veterinarian Dr. Ross Rich came to his aid, and after surgery and a cast, he was back on his feet. His athleticism and high-spirited personality became too much for his aging body, though, and he sustained a career-ending fracture soon afterward. Together, Dr. Rich and Teri nursed him back to health.

“Go out and follow your dream,” she says,

Fontainebleau wasn’t the only one who appreciated Dr. Rich’s patience and dedication. Teri took notice, too. Not only was he a horse lover like herself, he shared the same passion for waking up every day to do work he loved. In September 2010, they shared the reins and tied the knot. For their honeymoon, the two took a trip to Germany, visiting training facilities to look for a new dressage

smiling.

prospect. “When we saw this tall Hanoverian horse

“Follow

one look at my face and said, ‘Oh, we are in trouble

your passion. Don’t be afraid. Just do it.”

that reminded me of Fontainebleau, my husband took now!’” laughs Teri. That

horse,

impressive

18-hand

chestnut

Hanoverian gelding named Maggio, became part of their family, too. Like Fontainebleau, he is elegant and graceful, yet powerful and full of spunk, much like Teri herself. This year, she joined the training staff at Los Cedros USA, one of the finest performance horse training centers in the world, as a dressage trainer and instructor. She joined a staff that included other talented and gifted horse trainers, including another dressage trainer, an Arabian trainer, a Western reining trainer and a jumper trainer. Her friend and equine groom, Jose Villalba, works along side of her, and the two are quickly gaining a following. Now more than ever, she is immersed in her passion, and has flourished, both professionally and personally. As Teri walks through Los Cedros, another one of her newer loves, a fiesty Hanoverian stallion named Deklan, pokes his head through a courtyard and cocks it in an unmistakable smile. She embraces his head and scratches his neck, and the poetry between them is clear. She is exactly where she was meant to be. “Go out and follow your dream,” she says, smiling. “Follow your passion. Don’t be afraid. Just do it.” M a rch 2 0 1 2

hiking Hiking to the Past at Spur Cross Writer and Photographer Jeffrey Cody

The Hoho ka m i n h abite d the a rea al ong the Salt, Gila , Verde , and San ta C ruz R i ve rs in th e l ow, hot, Sono ran D e s e r t of southern Arizona be t ween approxima tely 300 and 1450 C.E.

They came to the Valley of the Sun a long time ago, wanting to escape their former homes, wanting to build new lives. They set up residence along the Salt River, although they didn’t know it by that name then. Life was challenging for these early homesteaders. They needed to clear fields for planting, provide irrigation for crops in a generally arid environment, and build shelter for their families. That is one scenario. There are many others, depending on who you go to for enlightenment. You see, these people had no written history, no record of their lives except a few pictures etched or painted on rocks and in caves. We have nothing to tell us of their daily lives, except broken pots, crumbling walls, and some technologically impressive canals, apparently dug with primitive tools. They lived, laughed and loved at the same time that the Anasazi culture in the north, the Mogollon culture to the east, and the Sinaguan culture in the central area of today’s Arizona were thriving. They are known today as the Hohokam culture. We have no idea what they called themselves. The name Hohokam means “those who have gone” in the language of the O’odham, the contemporary Native American inhabitants of southern Arizona.

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The Hohokam inhabited the area along the Salt, Gila, Verde, and Santa Cruz Rivers in the low, hot, Sonoran Desert of southern Arizona between approximately 300 and 1450 C.E. This is the story we hear when we first move to Phoenix. These are the people who built the canals that Jack Swilling, 37-year-old ex-Indian fighter, cleaned out to allow a city to rise from the ashes of this same Hohokam culture. He and other early pioneers were able to once again irrigate the rich, fertile soil of the Salt River Valley. Their sophisticated engineering feat had survived the centuries to bring life to a new culture on the ascent. These were the people I would be learning more

about on the Hohokam Houses–the Ruins of Spur Cross hike that I would take with 13 other adventurers and ranger Kevin Smith at the Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area (SCRCA), Maricopa’s youngest park. SCRCA has more archeological sites than any other county park, according to Ranger Kevin. He pointed to a small mesa across Cave Creek from the park office. That had been the home of a Hohokam village of approximately 75 individuals, and that was our destination on this overcast morning. Our first stop on the hike was in Cottonwood Wash, where we were given a chance to examine a petroglyphcovered boulder called Archer Rock because of a figure with a bow and arrow. Ranger Kevin pointed

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to a small bush in the wash. “Coyote Tobacco,” he announced. “It is often found growing near petroglyph sites. Perhaps it was used ceremonially, which meant seeds would be dropped and continue to propagate naturally. We can only conjecture.” He went on to inform us that there are approximately 30 significant petroglyph boulders at SCRCA. It seems that many rocks in the area are home to a form of bacteria that excretes a substance that forms a “varnish” on the exterior of the rock. The bacteria live beneath this layer of varnish. The Hohokam used stone implements to chip away the varnish to expose the underlying lighter rock, thus creating the petroglyphs, which are most commonly found along the creek beds and washes at SCRCA.

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It is speculated that this outlying colony of the Hohokam originally lived close to the creek, hunting, farming and gathering edible plants along the banks of Cave Creek. A few pit houses behind the old Spur Cross Dude Ranch lends authority to this idea. Later, around 1000 CE, for unclear reasons, the people moved up onto the mesa-tops.

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Ranger Kevin led our group over the parallel two by six inch boards that provide a bridge over

imple me nts lying

most interesting. We stopped at the foundation of a building that had served the ranch as a

about, but many

Cave Creek, and we began our climb up Spur Cross Trail. I found this segment of the hike barn. Embedded in the concrete were the “brands” formed when a branding iron sporting the distinctive “U” with a cross under it were pressed onto a still-wet surface.

m o re are c urren tly in s torag e at ASU a s a re s ult of e xc ava tio n s bac k in the 19 8 0 ’s.

As the trail curved up the mountainside, Ranger Kevin stopped frequently to discuss the edible merits of plants and bushes along the trail. This was most considerate as the trail was quite steep in places, and it gave those of us in less than excellent shape a chance to catch our breath without seeming to need the break. By the time we reached the mesa, we well understood how these primitive people were able to live in the harsh climate of this region. It became obvious that almost every plant in the park

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provided some degree of sustenance for survival. Tubers, leaves, pods, seeds and cactus fruit were all added to the larder of the colonial Hohokam. They created small rock terraces to catch the infrequent rainfall and propagate seeds for later harvest. They probably hiked down to the creek to create small gardens during the region’s growing season. There wasn’t much time for the arts, and the few artifacts that have turned up support this idea. At the site of this former village, we found no grand canals as were discovered along the Salt River. There were only the rocks with which they constructed their homes, lying abandoned where they had settled as the walls they once constituted caved and crumbled. Ranger Kevin discussed the unmortared walls, the ceiling beams of mesquite overlaid with saguaro ribs and the outside “plaster” covering of caliche that once created homes for the villagers. We were shown a broken metate, or mortar used for grinding grain, seeds and pods. There were pot shards, hammer stones, flint scrapers and other stone implements lying about, but many more are currently in storage at ASU as a result of excavations back in the 1980s. Many homes shared walls with the neighbors, and there are other walls stretching out from the main groupings that give the impression that the occupants expected the community to continue to grow. We could easily see the outlines of the shared courtyard of this small community, where daily work and evening entertainments were most likely to have occurred. We have nothing to help us guess the nature of their ceremonies. Even the dead can’t talk, as they were cremated. We can only speculate on the reason for a colony to exist so far from the larger, more prosperous community to the south, the Hohokam we read about in the history books. Perhaps they were there to provide early warning of danger to the valley. The fortress on Elephant Mountain might support this theory. Maybe they were a renegade or “undesirable” group that had been cast out from the valley. We’ll never know, but it is fun to guess. As we began the long trek back to the park office, I thought about these people who lived for 100 years or more on top of this mesa. It was a long way from a source of water. Theirs was an extremely

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difficult life. What made them make life even more difficult? Danger? Weather? Enemies? It provides a most interesting puzzle, and one great hike at Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area is located five miles north of Cave Creek Road on Spur Cross Road. Admission is $3 per adult and the trails are open from sunrise to sunset, 365 days a year. 480-488-6623 www.maricopa.gov/parks/spur_cross

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Education How Do You Spell S-U-C-C-E-S-S? Writer Amanda Christmann Larson

It’s time once again for the Second Annual Partners In Education Community Spelling Bee Wednesday, March 28th from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center, 33606

What’s more fun than a clique of crickets? The buzz of a bee, of course!

N. 60th Street in Scottsdale. This community event is a whimsical, wacky affair, with lively competition and lots of F-U-N to be had. From bankers to bikers and teachers to techies, everyone is invited to come out and enjoy the rivalry. Each team of three is encouraged to come with costumes or a theme, and most go all out to dress their part. Last year’s event brought out plenty of creativity and laughs, and the contest went beyond spelling. “It’s a hoot!” said event chair Jeff Miller. If a good time isn’t reason enough to grab some friends and brush up on your language mastery, consider this: 14 percent of the students within the boundaries of the Cave Creek Unified School District are classified as living at or below the poverty level. Money raised from

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the bee goes to Partners In Education (PIE) to pay for enrichment programs such as after-school tutoring and summer school programs. The goal is to empower children through education by providing Save One Student (SOS) scholarships to those in need. The second goal of Partners In Education is to support teachers. “Schools are having a rough time,” said Miller. “Everything costs money, but they often have less and less to work with. We are providing what we call Vision grants to enable and encourage teachers to develop innovative, cost effective and sustainable ways of teaching and learning.” Teachers who receive Vision grants are then encouraged to “pay it forward” and teach other educators what they have developed. Since 1992, Partners In Education, which is part of the Foothills Community Foundation (FCF), has raised over $2 million to empower students and teachers, with a special focus on helping disadvantaged kids. That spells achievement for many, many students through the years. This year’s competition is filling up fast! A total of 48 teams will compete in six preliminary rounds. The winning team in each round will go on to compete in the final championship round, sponsored this year by Edward Jones (Noah Kendrick), Scottsdale Health Care and Walmart. Champions earn their names inscribed on the Buzz Schilling trophy, which will be prominently displayed at the FCF-Holland Community Center. Most prestigious of all, though, will be the chance to earn local bragging rights. “Some teams study hard, some use the bee as good excuse to have glass of wine,” said Miller with a smile. The Desert Foothills Library team won last year, a feat they’re anxious to repeat this year. Their trophy has been on display

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atop the library’s grand piano all year, but there are plenty of folks who plan to give them a run for their money. “They’re very proud and really anxious to win again,” said Miller. “They’re going to have some tough competition.” The entry fee for each team is a modest $300. If you’d like to come out just to cheer on your favorite spellers, bring a can of food for donation to the Foothills Food Bank.

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Homes

Through Time tour

A day of architectural splendor and scenic beauty awaits those who take the Homes Through Time Tour to benefit the Cave Creek Museum on Sunday, March 25. The tour showcases five architecturally significant homes designed by architects Will Bruder, Frank Imel, Michael P. Johnson, Fred Osmon, and Shelby Wilson. I was fortunate to accompany the ImagesAZ Magazine photographer on a photo shoot of three homes. Each was unique and stunning in its turn.

Writer Donna Kublin Photographer Brenna Orozco

Homes Through Time Tour Sunday, March 25 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets $30 per person on the day of the event and $25 in advance. Museum will be open 8 a.m. Sunday, March 25. No tickets available at the homes.

Architect Michael P. Johnson designed and built the home on Sierra Vista Road where he and his wife, Suzanne, have lived for close to 20 years. Residents of Cave Creek since the days when the population was fewer than 500, the Johnsons have a deep abiding love of the desert foothills. When the land became available, they knew they wanted their home to fit the terrain

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and to capture views of the magnificent mountain ranges. “Architecture for me is a process of thinking. I study architecture, art, theology, philosophy and mathematics. They all come into play in design,” said Johnson. “I see beauty in perfection of structure, for example, the structure of the human body where everything is interconnected for a purpose and for efficiency. This is how I think about my work, all the elements are very practical and functional.”

<< Top left clockwise by architect: Frank Imel (photographer Brenna Orozco)

Examples of his philosophy can be seen throughout. The pillars that support their home are

Fred Osmon (photographer Brenna Orozco)

visible and incorporated as an attractive architectural feature. “In any structural design, you

Michael P. Johnson (photographer Brenna Orozco)

are fighting gravity–you have to hold things up,” said Johnson. “My work shows what is holding

Shelby Wilson (photographer Nancy Heffernan)

up the structure.”

Will Bruder (photographer Bill Timmerman)

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The ceiling is built with two by fours placed on edge. This wood supports the roof, while adding warmth and dimension to the room. To accommodate the need for rainwater run off, the two by fours are stepped up by three inches every 12 feet, which again is practical, while at the same time providing variation in the ceiling height. The woodblock floor, also of Douglas fir, is striking and purposeful. Johnson had seen it at the Milwaukee Art Museum and thought it would fit well with the other wood elements contrasting the concrete pillars and block walls. A north-facing skylight runs the length of the house, incorporated into the roof and wall. Northern light is diffused by the wall’s top concrete blocks, which have been set on edge. The blocks not only soften the light, but also at various times of the year accentuate the directionally-shifting light. Frosted glass vents for air conditioning add sculptural elements and lights set within them create a soft romantic effect. Again, function, efficiency and practicality are interconnected. The design also reflects the two parameters set at the beginning by Suzanne: the overall home design echoes a New York loft, and the color red, her favorite, is integrated into the kitchen. Their studio office where they work is in a separate building on the property. Looking through the southern wall of glass reveals waves of mountain ranges as well as the beautiful desert foothills, their home truly fulfilling their dream.

Architect Fred Osmon’s residence in Cave Creek is highly distinctive. It is comprised of four separate and uniquely purposed buildings (pavilions) embraced by a surrounding wall. Each is about 800 square feet linked together by walkways and patios that pass through landscaping of native plants. Osmon’s work is about ideas. He experiments with what architecture and color can achieve. “My house is a summation of four environmental patterns I have been exploring,” said Osmon. These are: “… how to live in the desert; how to provide a house for the changing American family; how to provide large-scale color on the exterior of a house without affronting the desert

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The interior of the pavilions continues my exploration with color to create mood.

or neighbors; how to create a subtle transition space from the desert to the domesticated courtyard oasis.” In considering the pavilion dwelling model, Osmon notes, “Fifty percent of suburban households are not ‘typical’, that is, instead of parents and children, the homes may hold multi-generational inhabitants or single mothers, sharing space. Hence, a pavilion plan for living would afford separate, private living and sleeping space while sharing a communal kitchen and dining area.” Color has been used in compelling ways. The walls that face neighbors were kept in a solid desert hue. The inward facing court walls provided a canvas for large-scale color changes. The forms of the buildings are simple to allow for completion by the color structure of his designs. Moving beyond the traditional use of color as planes has allowed him to use greater range of colors and achieve a more complex aesthetic composition.

“The interior of the pavilions continues my exploration with color to create mood,” said Osmon, “but, in this instance, with a more developed interplay of color and form.” I found the shapes formed by the ceiling, curvi-linear walls, and varyingly shaped windows to be inviting and relaxing. The absence of visible electrical switches, outlets and HVAC vents allowed me to appreciate more the color and design of the interiors. As we left the house through a patio of columns and a gate that separated the residence from the desert, we crossed the driveway to another building. It is Osmon’s grotto, where he meditates on the effects of color on his feelings, vision, psyche and soul. Osmon wanted the entrance to the grotto to have a “rough feeling to it.” We entered it through a weathered door that was made of wood from a disused telephone pole. Affixed to the wall of the narrow passage are rusted steel grates, adding texture. The subtle sound of water echoed as we approached two rooms, each painted with a different dazzling color. Nature is ever present through open window spaces that frame intimate desert views and the

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uncovered roof is open to the sky. I found the grotto to be a perfect place for meditation with its vibrant color, intimate views of nature, combined with the roughness and security of man-made walls. Rhoda and Buck Coghlan had the design of their home well conceived when they began working with architect, Frank Imel. The home was built in 2000 on a site in Scottsdale that required little preparation. The knoll on which it sits was flat, and the home’s eastern boundary was set with an existing young saguaro and palo verde, both of which have matured and create a centerpiece for the expansive patio, used often for large gatherings. The owners say that their landscaping “was done by God.” When we arrived, the first thing Rhoda did was walk us around the entire outside of their home. I quickly noticed that the home had a circular design. It is easy to see why they chose this shape. It is a perfect design to take full advantage of the magnificent mountain views and to allow egress to outdoor patios from all the rooms. Interestingly, the theme of circle is repeated in many ways throughout the design and decor of their home. As we approached the entrance, an amazing front door greeted us. It is an imposing five feet wide by eight feet high with an old wagon wheel as its focal point. Local artist Gerald Vontietz designed the door making use of Buck’s flea market-purchased wheel and continued this design element to include the transom. The handles on both sides of the door are made from buggy wheels and the hub of the wagon wheel is also visible on the door interior.

The theme of circle is repeated in many ways throughout the design and decor of their home.

The owners make use of many items that are recycled and re-purposed. Another of Buck’s finds is an old ranch windmill fan, which he somehow managed to install flush on the high ceiling in the living room. They use it as a light fixture while adding a decorative touch. The accompanying wind vane, the tail that keeps the windmill pointed into the wind, is displayed on an adjacent wall. Their design called for a way to harvest rainwater for their extensive garden in a cistern. The overflow from the 10,000-gallon cistern goes to a second one further down the sloping land. Water from there can be retrieved with the help of a recycled windmill.

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As we entered the foyer, we found an unusual design feature supporting the lofted ceiling. “We met a man in Humboldt that was carving bears using ponderosa pine, which I really liked,” said Buck. “When I discovered that he could carve one for us seven feet tall for $700, we made the deal.” In addition to the 4,800 square foot home, the extensive property also includes a 2,400 square foot garage that houses their RV and also serves as a guesthouse. Time did not permit us to visit the other two amazing homes on the Homes Through Time Tour. They include the Forman residence designed by Shelby Wilson in Desert Mountain, and the Byrne residence designed by architect Will Bruder in Carefree Highlands Ranch. These are not to be missed, and I can’t wait to see them on the tour. Proceeds benefit the Cave Creek Museum, where docents introduce visitors to the prehistory, culture and legacy of the Cave Creek and Carefree foothills area, elaborating on stimulating exhibits of local archaeological, mining and ranching artifacts. There are many free programs for children and adults offered throughout the season. The museum is open October 1 to May 31, Tuesdays through Sundays, 1 to 4:30 p.m., opening earlier at 10 a.m. on Fridays. Homes Through Time Tour Sunday, March 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person on the day of the event and $25 for advance tickets. Museum will be open at 8 a.m. on Sunday, March 25. No tickets available at the homes.

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caring corps Lend a Hand Writer Amanda Christmann Larson Photographer Kim Prince

When Carefree resident Debbie Wainwright decided to lend a helping hand to a stranger, she didn’t know she would be making a friend. She signed up to be a Foothills Caring Corps (FCC)

M a ke a Diffe re nc e a t A Tas te of t he Footh i l l s and C as h & Ca ri ng Ra ffle .

volunteer after finding some time on her hands and a desire to reach out to others in her heart. Debbie attended training and was matched with Virginia D. Brown. When Brown was left unable to drive because of health issues, Wainwright stepped in to assist. They soon discovered they are both artists and through their passion for art, a friendship was formed. It is a bond they both cherish. Wainwright still assists Brown more than four years since their first meeting. In addition to their Caring Corps work, they often spend time working in Brown’s art studio, supporting each other in their artwork and in their lives. “I honestly don’t know if I would be here today if it weren’t for Debbie Wainwright,” said Virginia D. Brown, a gifted artist who paints award winning landscapes, flora, fauna and people. Debbie and Virginia are two of hundreds of successful FCC pairings since the non-profit was established in 2000. In 2011, volunteers put in 40,000 hours and countless smiles to help their neighbors and friends. FCC volunteers serve as a lifeline for older adults in the community by providing meal deliveries, medical transportation, wellness visits and a multitude of other vital services to the homebound. Their focus on early intervention and training allows the elderly to remain independent and in their homes. “We try to bring the volunteer and neighbor together who have something to give each other,” said Debbra Determan, executive director. Not everyone has an opportunity to volunteer time, but there is plenty of opportunity to make a difference. On Thursday, March 29, the 8th Annual Taste of the Foothills Celebration and Cashing and Caring event will bring together caring people and businesses from all over the community to celebrate and give.

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Entry into the event is free, and attendees will have the opportunity to sample fares from area restaurants, old and new! Festivities take place from 5 to 8 p.m. at el Pedregal, 34505 N. Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale. Participating restaurants include Bryan’s

Black

Mountain

Barbeque,

Café

Bink, Carefree Station, El Encanto, Firecreek Coffee, Latilla at the Boulders, Harold’s Corral and Venues Café. The Cash & Caring benefit raffle drawing will be held throughout the evening when three winners will receive cash prizes. A live auction and game of chances prize board drawings will also take place. Cash & Caring raffle tickets are on sale now, and at the event, and cost $100 each, three for $275 or eight for $500. Participants need not be present to win. Proceeds will benefit the Foothills Caring Corps, helping them to continue to promote independence and enhance the quality of life for older residents in the northeast Valley. There are no entrance fees into the event, but attendees are encouraged to support the evening with the purchase of raffle tickets or participation in the other fund raising opportunities. “I encourage everyone to consider becoming involved with the Caring Corps. It doesn’t matter how much time you have to give, or if you have a schedule that frequently takes you out of town. There are so many opportunities to contribute and to make a difference in someone’s life, in your own life,” said Debbie. If you or someone you know wants to learn more, volunteer orientation sessions take place monthly. The next sessions are scheduled for Thursday, March 8 and April 12, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Foothills Caring Corps offices, 7275 E. Easy Street, Suite B103, in Carefree. RSVP is recommended. For information or to RSVP, call the Foothills Caring Corps at 480-488-1105 or visit www.foothillscaringcorps.com.

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Fine Art Festival at Cave Creek’s Stagecoach Village

Writer Donna Kublin

Nestled in the rugged, yet scenic desert foothills, Stagecoach Village in downtown Cave Creek is the setting for the 11th Annual Sonoran Festival of Fine Art March 16, 17 and 18. This juried show features world-class fine art from top local and nationally known artists, live music, wine tasting and demonstrations. One of the largest and most prestigious open air art shows in the Southwest, the high standards for acceptance into this juried show ensure collector-quality, outstanding artwork in a variety of mediums and styles. “Many of the over 100 participating artists work primarily out of their home studios and through galleries, so this is a rare opportunity to interact with the artists and select art to purchase directly from them,” said Karen Smith-Lovejoy, festival chair. “Some of the most accomplished artists in the Southwest will be exhibiting originals works.” Stagecoach Village, located at 7100 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek, is an upscale Western-themed open air shopping destination offering Arizona charm, surrounded by the unrivaled beauty of the high Sonoran Desert. For the festival, the Gazebo in the Village Center will become an elegant wine garden, offering wine tasting and a selection of fine wine featuring Arizona Wine Growers, Arizona Stronghold Vineyards, Jerome Winery and Kokopelli Winery. Three performing groups will provide live musical entertainment, including composer, pianist and recording artist Jeffrey Michael, who has performed for millions of people and sold over 750,000 CDs and downloads worldwide. He has composed for many films, TV and video game projects, and recently has become one the top art festival musicians in the country. The smooth sounds of Patrick Ki will fill the air as the melody, harmony and rhythm of his guitar playing will remind you of Hawaii, where he spent his youth amidst the gentle rhythms of the ocean and beautiful sounds of Hawaiian music. Ki has performed extensively across the country in concerts and music festivals and has contributed to numerous film and television soundtracks. Playing Sonoran Jazz and Modern Pop Music, dulce VAS, a unique duo of electric harp and flute, will add spice to the afternoon. Musicians VeeRonna Ragone and Sherry Finzer provide a range of music and styles. It has been said their music could best be described as the combination of a little Sting, Lady Gaga and Santana—followed by shot of tequila (with a lime, of course). << “Flow of Color” artist Elizabeth Dunlop watercolor on canvas M a rch 2 0 1 2

The Sonoran Festival of Fine Art continues the fine tradition of quality art events sponsored by the Sonoran Arts League, one of the oldest and largest leagues in Arizona, with more than 450 members. The nonprofit organization actively advances art, artists and art education through leadership and service. This year, the festival is being produced in partnership with Vermillion Promotions, one of Arizona’s top-rated producers of fine art, wine and culinary festivals for over 25 years. The Sonoran Arts League will have a booth at the event that will feature an educational component and a preview of the upcoming league fundraiser on April 7. The premier event, April’s For The Arts art auction, will be held at the Holland Community Center located at 34250 N. 60th Street in Scottsdale. Cave Creek Mayor Vince Francia will serve as master of ceremonies. “It will be a night filled with music, good food and spirits, great art and time with patrons, members, loved ones and friends of the league ... all for a great cause,” said Smith-Lovejoy. www.sonoranartsleague.org

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Sonoran Festival of Fine Art - March 16, 17, 18 Admission and parking is free. Stagecoach Village 7100 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek

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culture Aloha Spirit Arizona Aloha Festival

Writer Donna Kublin

March 10 and 11, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.azalohafest.org, 602-697-1824

“Aloha Spirit” is the coordination of mind and heart within each person.

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“We want everyone to experience the Aloha Spirit,” said Devida Lewis, executive vice president of Na Leo Kupono, an authentic Hawaiian and Polynesian entertainment company that will be performing at the Arizona Aloha Festival. “Aloha Spirit” is the coordination of mind and heart within each person. It brings each person to the self. Each person must think and emote good feelings to others in the contemplation and presence of the life force.

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A “Akahai”

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L “Lokahi”

meaning unity, to be expressed with harmony.

O “Oluolu”

meaning agreeable, to be expressed with pleasantness.

H “Haahaa”

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meaning humility, to be expressed with modesty.

A “Ahonui”

meaning patience, to be expressed with perseverance.

Hawaiians

cherish

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Aloha

Spirit

much

that

they

have the above description written in their state statues. The Polynesian community living in Arizona want to share that spirit at the 18th Annual Arizona Aloha Festival March 10 and 11 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Tempe Beach Park. The two-day festival hosts three stages of entertainment, including conversations with Pacific Islanders, authentic dancers, Island food, a ukulele instruction corner and a ‘Discover the

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Islands’ area providing glimpses into the rich cultures of the South Pacific. In addition to the festival, the non-profit Arizona Aloha Festival was formed to help educate people about all things Polynesian. Throughout the year, educators help teach language, crafts, dance, music and culture to students and adults all around the state. At the festival, you can expect to find a large variety of Polynesian food. Hawaii is famous for plate lunch: a combination of rice, macaroni salad with an island twist, and an “ono” entrée such as kalua pig or teriyaki chicken. There are a lot more favorites

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culture Aloha Spirit Arizona Aloha Festival March 10 – 11 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.azalohafest.org, 602-697-1824

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Top off the taste with tropical fruit desserts like mango, pineapple and coconut flavor ice cream, smoothies and refreshing fruit punches, and shaved ice that can be embellished with ice cream on the bottom or sweet cream over the top. You can see Na Leo Kupono and other groups perform, enjoy native food, and learn something

a bout th e So u th

about the South Pacific Island culture and heritage, all the while experiencing the Aloha Spirit.

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Rudy Dolfo, Na Leo Kupono’s president and CEO, along with other native Hawaiians residing in

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Arizona, formed the organization four years ago as a way to share the cultures and customs of the Polynesian people through song and dance and bring Hawaii to Arizona. Dolfo, a musician for over 30 years specializing in the ukulele, said, “Our main focus is the graceful Hawaiian Hula, but we also showcase dances and music from the islands of Tahiti, New Zealand, Tonga and Samoa.”

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The company has performed for nonprofits, corporations,

small

private

gatherings,

and

festivals. “We have an affinity for good causes,” said Lewis. “We have done small educational performances,

such

the

North

Valley

Regional Library and senior centers, and are always excited to participate at the Arizona Aloha Festival since it increases awareness and education about South Pacific Islander culture and heritage.” Na Leo Kupono will be performing at Scottsdale Center for Performing Arts beginning in July. As well, the company is available for performances and partnering with other nonprofits, while they continue to pursue their dream of establishing a Polynesian cultural center. “Our vision includes establishing a Polynesian cultural center in the North Scottsdale area, and we are hoping to begin it this year,” said Lewis. “We want to honor and share our culture with everyone,” said Dolfo who had worked at the prestigious Polynesian Cultural Center in Hawaii for many years. “A cultural center in North Scottsdale, with regularly scheduled performances, workshops, and a dinner theater, will help us do that.” Na Leo Kupono Productions, LLC www.naleokupono.com 480-776-5760 Arizona Aloha Festival March 10 – 11 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.azalohafest.org 602-697-1824

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dining Carefree Station 7212 Ho Hum Road Carefree, AZ 480-488-8182 www.carefreestation.com www.twitter.com/carefreestation

Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque

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Carefree Station

Elegance, enchantment, and epicurean delights abound at Carefree Station Grill & Bar. What a surprise it was to find this gem nestled in the heart of Carefree in the Spanish Village, where diners can stage their own dining experience with ambiance suited for any occasion. When my family visited with close friends after Saturday evening mass, we were led to a table that was comfortable, yet cozy, next to a great fireplace. Perfect for our evening out! Other options include a sophisticated rooftop patio that overlooks the unique landscape of Carefree, and a garden courtyard and atrium patio where diners are surrounded by native desert plants and a beautiful palo verde tree. Whether you visit with the family for Sunday brunch and try one of their unique versions of Eggs Benedict, stop by for happy hour and sample a bar menu that sets the “bar” high for any other establishment. Plan a date night and sample an exquisite dish such as Chef Thomas’ Care Filet – a filet mignon seared in nine herb brown butter. You can’t go wrong. Carefree Station expertly combines big, bold flavors with influences from the Southwest, Mexico, the South and even the Midwest. Come taste what Carefree Cuisine is really like! www.carefreestation.com

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Guide to Local Dining dining

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Wild Holly Gallery - An Eclectic American Gallery Holly Pagliaro-Bergman, owner of the Wild Holly Gallery at 22 Easy Street in Carefree, has lived in Arizona for 11 years. She fell in love with the picturesque town of Carefree on her first trip to the state, and joined the community by turning a 660 square foot space on Easy Street into a fun and inviting garden art shop. In 2006, after countless customers entered the doors of Wild Holly Gallery and appreciated the talent of the eclectic featured artists, Holly bought the Bradbury building and converted a collectible shop into two floors and 4,800 feet of beautiful and colorful fine artworks, sculptures, pottery, water features and garden art. “I love art in all its forms,” Holly shares. “I have a very dear friend and mentor who has an art collection that rivals a museum. That collection inspired me and still does.” The Wild Holly Gallery represents about 90 artists in diverse media and has regular art openings throughout the season. Artists represented by Wild Holly Gallery include Andy

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Art Festivals Thunderbird Artists www.thunderbirdartists.com Fine Art Festival www.vermillionpromotions.com Art Gallery Di Tommaso Fine Art Galleries 480-575-1023 30 Easy Street Carefree, AZ Wild Holly Gallery 480-595-8757 22 Easy Street Carefree, AZ www.wildhollygallery.com Assisted Living North Scottsdale Assisted Living 602-909-9550 Beauty Hair Care Dollyrockers 623-879-6969 www.dollyrockersaz.com Bicycle Bicycle Vibe 623-582-3111 www.bicyclevibe.com Cabinet Design Gutowski Cabinet Works 623-465-5802 www.gutowskicabinets.com Monarch Cabinet Design 480-370-4463 www.monarchcabinetdesigns.com College Education Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain 602-493-2600 my.maricopa.edu COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE Alcoholics Anonymous 602-264-1341 Animal Control 602-506-7387

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Desert Foothills Land Trust 480-488-6131

Foothills Caring Corps 480-488-1105

Desert Foothills New Horizons Band 602-992-1550

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Girl Scouts 602-253-6359

Salvation Army 480-488-3590

Kiwanis Club of Carefree 480-488-8400

Snake Removal 480-945-6311

Little League Baseball/Softball 480-488-1244

St. Vincent de Paul Society 602-254-3338

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COMMUNITY orgnizations American Legion Post No. 34 & Auxiliary 480-488-2669 Arizona Archaeological Society 480-595-9255 Arizona Musicfest 480-488-0806 Boy Scouts 602-955-7747 Cave Creek Museum 480-488-2764 Desert Awareness Committee 480-585-5657 Desert Cactus Kickers (Foothills Dancing Grannies) 480-488-9661

Rotary Club 480-585-9157 Sonoran Arts League 480-575-6624 Soroptimist International 480-522-6692 YMCA 480-596-9622 Cruise/vacation Cruise One Feiner & Associates 623-551-2042 www.cruiseone.com/hfeiner Custom Home & Remodeling Chris Mellon & Company 7509 E. Cave Creek Rd. 480-575-6977 www.chrismellon.com

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Dentist Carefree Dentists 480-488-9735 7518 Elbow Bend Ste. #1 www.carefreedentists.com Feldhake & Associates 623-931-8898 480-661-0660 www.showmethatsmile.com FIRE Fire Service 480-627-6900 goverment/business Town of Carefree 480-488-3686 Town of Cave Creek 480-488-1400 Chamber of Commerce Carefree/Cave Creek 480-488-3381 Chamber of Commerce Cave Creek 480-437-1110 Motor Vehicle Department 602-255-0072 Social Security 800-772-1213 Voter Registration 602-506-1511 health care Cierra Medical Walk-In Care 480-575-0131 Desert Foothills Medical Center 480-488-9220 John C. Lincoln Deer Valley 623-879-6100 Mayo Clinic 480-301-8000 Mayo Hospital 480-585-6296 Paradise Valley Hospital 602-923-5000

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Scottsdale Healthcare 480-324-7000 7400 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy 480-323-3000 90th St. & Shea Blvd. Home Remodeling Chris Mellon & Company 7509 E. Cave Creek Rd. 480-575-6977 www.chrismellon.com Interior Design Angelique Interiors 480-729-1114 Landscape Design Azul-Verde Design Group, Inc. 480-595-0611 www.azulverde.com Iddings & Sons Landscaping, Inc. 623-465-2546 623-297-7584 www.iddingsandsonslandscaping.com Library Desert Broom Library 602-262-4636 Desert Foothills Library 480-488-2286 Outdoor Furniture Cave Creek Outdoor Living 480-575-3091 www.cavecreekoutdoorliving.com Elegant Outdoor Living 623-340-3072 www.elegantoutdoorlivingaz.com Painting Dinoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Painting 623-221-7911 623-986-5211 parks Cave Creek Regional Park 623-465-0431 Gateway Desert Awareness 480-488-1400

photography Jerri Parness Photography 480-650-3138 www.jerriparnessphotography.com Plumbing Proskill Plumbing 623-551-7473 www.proskillplumbing.com post office Carefree 480-488-3781 Cave Creek 480-488-1218 Realtor Russ Lyon - Sothebyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s International Realty 34305 N. Scottsdale Rd. 480-488-2400 restaurants Carefree Station 480-488-8182 7212 E. Ho Road Carefree, AZ www.carefreestation.com Cave Creek Tap Haus 480-488-3300 6900 E. Cave Creek Rd. English Rose Tea Room 480-488-4812 201 Easy St. Carefree, AZ www.carefreetea.com Security Doors Steel Shield Security Doors 623-581-DOOR www.steelshieldsecurity.com SCHOOL Annunciation Catholic School 480-361-8234 Bella Vista Private School 580-575-6001 Black Mountain Elementary School 480-575-2100

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Desert Mission United Methodist Church 480-595-1814 www.desertmissionumc.org Desert Valley Baptist Church 623-465-9461 First Baptist Church of Cave Creek 480-488-2958 First Church of Christ Scientist 480-488-2665 www.csarizona.com/carefree-cavecreek.1st Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church 480-488-3283 www.goodshepherdaz.org

Black Mountain United Church of Christ 480-575-1801 www.bmucc.com

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recipe Smoked Salmon Canapés Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque

As I was growing up, it was customary to pick up a bag of fresh bagels, cream cheese and lox (smoked salmon) on Sunday mornings for breakfast. Lox was always revered as something of a luxury, because of its cost and availability. Well, today there is another reason why it is revered. Salmon is considered one of the greatest “superfoods” that exists because of its multiple health benefits. Salmon offers a great source of protein, the antioxidant vitamin E, vitamin B-12, and omega-3 fatty acids. With each and every passing day we are finding out more about the miracle work of omega-3 fatty acids, including benefits for heart health, diabetes type 2, weight loss, mood and overall good general health. Smoked salmon canapés are delicious, visually appealing and an hors d’oeuvres that you can feel proud to serve to guests or take to a party. Read on for some recipe ideas!

Ingredients: 1 baguette (you may substitute pumpernickel or rye rounds) 8 oz. cream cheese (softened)

Traditional Smoked Salmon Canapés Directions: Cut baguette into 24 (1/2-inch-thick) slices, and place on a baking sheet. Bake at 400 degrees for 5 minutes or until lightly toasted; remove to wire racks to cool.

½ cup sour cream

Cut salmon into 24 pieces. Spread baguette slices evenly with cream cheese, and top evenly with

24 fresh dill sprigs

salmon and sour cream. Place a dill sprig on each canapé.

Ingredients: 1 lb. floury potatoes, such as Idaho 1 medium onion 1 large egg

Potato Pancake (Latke) and Smoked Salmon Canapés Directions: Preheat oven to 270 degrees. Peel and grate potatoes and finely chop the onion; put them both in a sieve. Press with a spoon to squeeze out as much starchy liquid as possible.

2 tablespoons whole wheat flour Sunflower oil for frying

Transfer mixture to a bowl, add the egg, flour, salt, and pepper to taste, and mix well.

7 oz. smoked salmon 2/3 cup sour cream

Pour the oil into a frying pan to a depth of about 3/8 inch and heat until it shows a haze.

Sprigs of fresh dill Put a tablespoon of potato mixture into the oil, flattening it to a small pancake about 2 inches in diameter. Keep adding more tablespoons of the mixture to the pan, cooking four to six at a time. Fry for about 1 minute or until they are golden on the bottom, then turn them over and cook the other side until crisp and golden but still soft in the center. Remove the pancakes from the pan, drain them on paper towels and keep them warm in the oven while you cook the remainder. Cut the salmon into small strips. Rinse and dry the dill or parsley. Serve each pancake topped with a spoonful of sour cream and a few strips of salmon, and garnish with some dill or parsley.

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Market Watch real estate Real Estate data provide by Russ Lyon - Sothebyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s North Scottsdale Carefree Office Heidi Stamp heidi.stamp@russlyon.com

When looking at market trends, it is important to remember our area is unique in statistics and trends compared to the Phoenix area as a whole. While inventory is down 30 percent over the last two years in some areas in Carefree, Cave Creek and North Scottsdale, other areas and subdivisions are down only 10 to 15 percent. In looking at specific subdivisions, there is an increase in average price per square foot in some, while other subdivisions remain flat. In an overall look at our surrounding zip codes, we see the average price per square foot with homes over $1M are still slightly decreasing, while homes between $500K and $1M are increasing, on average, about 3 percent in the last 12 months. We are seeing fewer days on market and in some cases under $1M, multiple offers being submitted on properties. Distressed properties which include pre-foreclosures, short sales, and banked-owned (REO) properties decreasing from 50 percent the last couple of years to currently in 85266 at just above 24 percent, 85331 hovering just above 40 percent, 85377 is at 5.5 percent and 85262 just over 20 percent. If you would like more information about your specific area and or subdivision please give us a call at 480-488-2400. Information supplied by ARMLS through BrokerMetrics ÂŽ Date 1/1/11 through 1/31/2012 Information not guaranteed. Information retrievedMon 02/15/2012. a rch 2012

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