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17 W. Vernon Ave., Suite 3 Phoenix, AZ 85003 602-750-1164 (no solicitors) www.IONAZ.com ionarizona@me.com PUBLISHER / APP DEVELOPER / SALES Jack M. Tesorero ...................... jacktesorero@me.com EDITOR / EDITORIAL SUBMISSIONS Deon Brown ............................... ionazeditor@me.com CREATIVE DIRECTOR / MODEL SUBMISSIONS Alex Campos ...................... ionazproduction@me.com NATIONAL ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVE Rivendell Media (212) 242-6863 PHOTOGRAPHERS: LeakedGlass Production Rafalogie Studio The Real McCoy Photography Fernando Hernandez CONTRIBUTORS: WEB: Zachary Cross / Custom Resumes APP: Steve Sovacki / Biz Burst Mobile

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All original artwork and photography for ION Arizona Magazine remain property of JMT Designs, Inc, and cannot be reproduced, altered, or sold without authorization and compensation. Limited usage rights can be purchased for a small fee. NOTE: The views expressed in these articles do not necessarily reflect the views of ION Arizona, its staff, or that of its parent company. Publication of the name or photograph of any person or organization within ION Arizona is not to be construed as any indication of the sexual orientation of such persons or organization. To our knowledge, all people photographed and published in ION Arizona are over the age of 18. Some photos were submitted by our readers. To our knowledge, they own the copyrights, and they have given us permission to reproduce them. If you see a picture that you own, please call us immediately and we will remove it from future publications. All copy, text, display, photos, and illustrations in the ads are published with the understanding that the advertisers are fully authorized, have secured proper written consent for the use of names, pictures, and testimonials of any living person, and that ION Arizona is not responsible for unlawful use of such content.

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The ION Arizona Fleet: ION Aztek and the new ION RV Priscilla Queen of the Desert

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hen I was a young boy, my favorite means of transportation was a toy Tonka Winnebago motor home. I would ride it down my driveway with my Ken and GI Joe dolls inside. Sorry Barbie. After I got my first skateboard and traveled throughout our neighborhood. Then I got my first bike and traveled even further. At 15 I bought my first moped and went even further. On my 16th birthday, I received my drivers license and bought a car and went even further. You see where this is going? What goes around comes around Introducing the new ION Arizona Winnebago RV! This vehicle was purchased from my good friend and supporter of our community for decades, Scott Kohler, owner of Fast Signs on Central. Not only did he give us a great deal, he included a full wrap and storage. Thank you, Scott! The ION RV premiered at the Pride Run hosted by the Phoenix Front Runners. Next, it was off to the Cactus Cities Chili Cook-off and Salsa Challenge at Charlie’s. My goal is to have the RV at most events, parades, bar crawls and fundraisers throughout the state. The road’s the limit. This issue is our annual “Pets in the City” featuring furry models and their owners; because of their generous donations, they each received a professional portrait from The Real McCoy Photography, helping raise money for the non-profit Joshua Tree Pet Feeding Program. We raised $1000. Thank you! This issue will be distributed at the ION booth at Rainbows Festival April 30-May 1. Bring your dog to the ION booth for a free photo! What’s next for your travels? Hope to see you all out and about on your next excellent Arizona adventure. Make sure you send us your traveling photos to IONarizona@me,com for our “Explore Arizona” issue this summer. Enjoy this issue, your pets and all this community has to offer! Jack M. Tesorero Captain Just Jack 20

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Brunch at Sazerac We can’t wait! Sazzies gets brunchie wid it! Choose from favorites like succulent chicken & waffles, hearty breakfast burritos, a fabulous Monte Cristo and much more. Thirsty? They have your Bloody Mary, Mimosa and champagne specials. They’re already booked up Sat. April 16. Sorry! No reservations required, but get there early! 821 N 2nd St. Weekends at 10:30 a.m.

“Visionaries” at BS West Get your Thursday freak on! You’re not seeing things, it’s “Visionaries” promising “the next level of entertainment” with hostess Naomi DeMornay. Think you can get on this level? You can with the awesome drink specials! Showtime at 10:30 at BS West, 7125 E. 5th Ave. in Scottsdale. Thursdays

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Bingo. It’s not just for old people anymore. Watch the Blonde One call the shots and flirt outrageously with cute straight guys. Well, “straight-ish” by the time she’s finished with them. Rad prizes for winners and drink specials! The Hot Chick, 4373 N. 75th St. in Old Town Scottsdale. Every Wednesday at 7 p.m.

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Calling all hairy, hirsute, scruffies, and fuzzy-wuzzies. Bears of the West are bringing back their legendary weekend of fun, pool parties and entertainment. It all happens at the Embassy Suites Airport, 2333 E. Thomas Rd. More information and registration at PhurFest.org April 28-May 2 26

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Rainbows Festival Called “Arizona’s Greatest Street Fair,” the return of this festival is a welcome one! Celebrate the diversity of our LGBTQ community with entertainment, lots of drag, food trucks, and over 150 exhibitors & vendors. And more drag. Stop by the ION’s photo booth with your dog and say, “Arf!” See you at Heritage Square in downtown Phoenix. April 30-May 1

Cinco de Mayo at Charlie’s It only comes once a year … on the 5th of May! (Get it?) The tequila and cerveza will be flowing like water. You won’t want to miss the Banda Rascapetatiando Dance Company. Say that five times fast. Piper M’Shay takes the stage at 9 p.m. at Charlie’s, 747 E. Camelback Rd. in Phoenix. Thursday, Cinco de Mayo

Bartlett Bash Since the beginning of time (give or take) gay folk have been meeting at Bartlett Lake for fun in the sun, booze, campout, and shenanigans we’ve heard. And we don’t mean Yahtzee. The ION RV will be there with free candy inside! Just knock on the door! Search Facebook, or check out BartlettLakeBash,com (update pending) for info. May 20-22

Tears for Fears Shout! Shout! Let it all out! Those emotional scream therapy boys from the 80s “Tipping the Point World Tour” are still “Sowing the Seeds of Love. Want more? The concert is opened by Garbage. at the Ak-Chin Pavilion, 2121 N. 83rd Ave. in Phoenix. Because everybody wants to rule the world. Get tix at LiveNation.com Friday, May 27 APR / MAY 2022

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ON Arizona and everyone who participated in our annual “Pets in the City” feature helped raise funds for Joshua Tree Pet Assistance Project with their professional portraits in this issue by Jason McCoy and The Real McCoy Photography. For over ten years this has been our beneficiary. Thanks to our readers and their pets, we are proud to make this contribution again this year. The goal of Joshua Tree Feeding Program is to provide nourishment to low-income residents of Maricopa County with an HIV/AIDS diagnosis. This all volunteer organization provides balanced meals from their pantry as well as medical and community resources to encourage self-sustainability of their clients in a social, supportive and welcoming environment where they are respected. Joshua Tree Feeding Program’s outreach extends beyond people. Our pet friends are valuable members of our family, and our lives. No one should have to choose between feeding themselves or feeding their pets, or be unable to keep their pet healthy. Expanded services give assistance to their clients’ pets, providing food and supplies. This is important because we know that pets help maintain comfort and provide support for those to those with HIV/AIDS. Joshua Tree Pet Assistance Project keeps a supply of unopened cans, bags and/or boxes of food for cats and dogs. Silent film star Charlie Chaplin said, “He who feeds a hungry animal feeds his own soul.” Don’t we all need a little nourishment? You can make a donation with a single or monthly monetary contribution, non-perishable or bags of pet food, or with gift cards to pet stores (or human stores, too!) You can contact them (or if you need help) use the information below: Joshua Tree Feeding Program First Congregation United Church of Christ 214 E. Willetta St. Donation Hours Monday–Thursday: 9 a.m.–12 noon Distribution Hours Wednesday: 8:30 a.m.–12 noon, & 5:30PM – 7 p.m. JTFP.org Email: JoshuaTree@JTFP.org Phone: 602-264-0223

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And just like that! We’ve gone to the dogs with our annual photo feature showcasing ION readers with their best friends. Pups ’n’ pooches! Purebreds and mutts, all dogs need homes. They help their people lead fuller lives, rewarding them with unconditional love and lots of laughs along the way with their silly antics. These portraits were taken in the middle of our city at Margaret T. Hance Park. Our photographer, Jason McCoy of The Real McCoy Photography who often donates his time to help rescue animals get the perfect headshot and find their furever home. You can reach him on Instagram at ItsJasonMcCoy for more about him & his photography. With our readers’ help we raised nearly $1,000 for Joshua Tree Pet Feeding Assistance Program this year. You can donate, too, by scanning the QR code provided. Arf! 30

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Great Skate Glendale Rainbow Skate

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13 Sazarac Weekly DJ’s (W)

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Elements After Dark 10:30p

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Fuego Latin Night 10:30p

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$3 Dom Pitchers $4 Limeade Cocktails KARAOKE 8p

2-4-1 ALL DAY DRAG BINGO 8p Sinful Studs 10:30p

$3 Corona Bottles $4 Pitchers Claudia & Co. 8:30p

2-4-1 ALL DAY Line Dancing 6p Pipin’ Hot w/ Piper M’Shay 8:30p

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HH 4p-8p Taco Tuesday / House DJ

HH 4p-8p Whiskey Flights & Cigars

HH 4p-8p Retro Dance

HH ALL DAY KARAOKE 8p-12a

HH 4p-8p KARAOKE First Tues 8p-10p

HH 4p-8p Goth Night 9p-Cl

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Open 4p- 2a HH 4p-7p FREE Classic Video Games

SIN Service Industry Night $4 Drink Specials

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Reservoir Dogs Who let the dogs out? Quentin Tarantino’s timeless foul-mouthed classic is given an on-stage, all dog re-boot starring canine counterparts in this dogeat-dog espionage thriller. Brought to you by the AllPuppetPlayers. It all happens at Playhouse on the Park in the BMO Building, 1850 N. Central Ave & Palm Ln. For tickets visit AllPuppetPlayers.com or call 602-254-2151 April 8-30

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Want your fondest childhood memories ruined? These queens will do it! They’ll bastardize Broadway, defile Disney, and pretty much wreck everything you love. Sherry Vine stars in this raucous review brought to you by Pandora DeStrange. Valley Bar, 13 N. Central Ave. in Phoenix. Tix at ValleyBarPHX.com Friday, April 15 at 8 p.m.

Chelsea Handler Perennially vodka soaked, potty-mouthed, good-time party girl brings her (sort of) post-COVID standup comedy tour she calls “Vaccinated and Horny.” There should be something controversial to offend just about everyone! See you at the Arizona Federal Theatre, 400 W. Washington St. in Phoenix. Get your tix at LiveNation.com Friday, April 29

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Queer Eye Germany When you think of die Vaterland, the first thing that pops into your mind is “Fun!” Those happy-golucky Teutons made a spin-off the successful U.S. makeover series with their own Fab Fünf goosestepping into lifestyle chic. A work/life coach, fashion guru, nutrition and health expert, plus a beauty/style design maven offer their expertise.

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White Hot: The Rise & Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch You couldn’t walk into a gay bar in the 90s without smelling the Abercrombie & Fitch signature scent “FIERCE.” Behind the scenes of the preppy popular mall moose logo store (where clerks never said, “Hello”), exclusion and discrimination ran rampant. This documentary examines the contrast behind the snooty brand’s unsavory practices and its allAmerican public image. April 19

Heartstopper Remember those sickening same-sex crushes you had once puberty hit when you went to boarding school in England? Errr … well, okay, maybe not the last part. This coming-of-age drama presented in eight 30-minute episodes follows teens Nick Nelson and Charlie Spring and their blossoming romance as they navigate life in high school in the U.K. will surely resonate with many viewers. April 22 70

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Glen was involved in HIV & AIDS issues in Arizona since 2002 following his own AIDS diagnosis. He was a big part of Aunt Rita’s Foundation since 2007, becoming Executive Director of Aunt Rita’s in 2016. Glen was instrumental in working with the City of Phoenix to become an UNAIDS Fast Track City, generating community support for HIV prevention and treatment. We remember Glen Spencer as a bold, charismatic, and talented leader. Glen didn’t just help change the conversation of HIV in Arizona, he insisted that more conversations be had, and that work got done. Glen passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 19, with his loving husband Marc Allen by his side. Glen’s legacy has forever influenced the landscape of HIV/AIDS services in Arizona, and for that we are eternally grateful. From our feelings of loss, we can collectively cultivate a field of personal and community success in his honor. He always be in our hearts.

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Randy Rainbow This super-gay master of political parody takes his show on the road with “The Pink Glasses Tour.” There are no sacred cows with this three-time EMMY nominated comedian, actor, singer, writer … the list never ends! Get your gay on at the Mesa Arts Center, One E. Main St. Presented by Live Nation. For tickets call 480-644-6500 or go to MesaArtsCenter.com Wednesday, May 4

David Sedaris Unabashedly gay American National Treasure, humor writer David Sedaris slices his way through modern social culture and punctures the balloons of everything. Sedaris reads some of his latest works and answers questions from the audience. Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams St. Tickets: 602-2692-7272 or visit Tickets.ScottsdaleArts.org

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Ballet Arizona at the Desert Botanical Garden With the setting sun as a backdrop, Ballet Arizona showcases the natural beauty of the desert at twilight. Expect the unexpected as Ballet Arizona evolves, takes chances, and challenges the boundaries of contemporary ballet. Tuesdays thru’ Saturdays, 8 p.m. nightly. 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy. in Phoenix. Purchase tix through BalletAZ.org May 17-June 2 86

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DON’T DRINK & DRIVE!

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Friendly bars, clubs & restaurants: INSIDE THIS ISSUE PHOENIX METRO

WEBSITE

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1. Anvil

anvilbaraz.com

2424 E. Thomas Rd.

(602) 334-1462

2. Bar 1

bar1bar.com

3702 N. 16th St.

(602) 266-9001

3. Bliss/ReBar

blissrebar.com

901 N. 4th St.

(602) 795-1792

4. Boycott Bar

boycottbarphx.com

4301 N 7th Ave.

(602) 515-3667

5. BS West

bswest.com

7125 E. 5th Ave., Scottsdale (480) 945-9028

6. Bunkhouse

bunkhousesaloonphx 4428 N 7th Ave.

(602) 200-9154

7. The Cash

cashnightclub.com

1730 E McDowell Rd.

(602) 253-0689

8. Charlie’s

charliesphoenix.com

727 W. Camelback Rd.

(602) 265-0224

9. Cruisin’ 7th

cruisin7th.com

3702 N. 7th St.

(602) 212-9888

10. Dick’s Cabaret

dickscabaret.com

3432 E. Illini Rd.

(602) 274-DICK

11. FEZ

fezoncentral.com

105 W. Portland St

(602) 287-8700

12. Flex Spas

flexspas.com

1517 S. Black Canyon Hwy.

(602) 271-9011

13. Hula’s

hulasmoderntiki.com

5114 N 7th St

(602) 265-8454

14. Industry Bar

industryphx.com

607 W Osborn Rd.

(602) 274-1456

15. Karamba

karambanightclub.com 1724 E. McDowell Rd.

(602) 254-0231

16. King Pin Bar/Rest

kingpingrill.com

(602) 795-6007

17 Kobalt

kobaltbarphoenix.com Park Central Mall

(602) 264-5307

18. Mi Patio

mipatioaz.com

3347 N 7th Ave.

(602) 277-4831

19. NuTowne Saloon

nutownebar.com

5002 E Van Buren St.

(602) 267-9959

20. OZ Bar

ozbarphx.com

1804 W. Bethany Home Rd. (602) 242-5114

21. Plazma

8925 N 12th St.

1560 E Osborn Rd.

(602) 266-0477

22. Rewined Bar

rewinedphx.square

3308 N 24th St.

(602) 429-9660

23. The Rock

therockdmphoenix

4129 N 7th Ave

(602) 248-8559

24. Sazerac

sazeracphoenix.com

821 N 2nd St.

(602) 334-1626

25. Stacy’s @ Melrose

stacysatmelrose.com

4343 N 7th Ave.

(602) 264-1700

26. Thunderbird Lnge

thunderbirdloungephx 710 W Montecito Ave.

(602) 283-4621

27. Wok n Roll - Phx

woknrollaz.com

2801 N Central Ave.

(602) 230-2960

28. Wok n Roll - Scott

woknrollaz.com

4412 N Miller Rd.

(480) 427-2526

APR / MAY 2022

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s s d d A A y P AAPPPy LIVING

The Melting Pot (Fondue) Pizza People Pub Oven & Vine Screaming Banshee (Bisbee)

GAY BARS & CLUBS (All)

ENTERTAINMENT Charlie’s BS West Bunkhouse Stacy’s @ Melrose Anvil Bar 1 Bliss/ReBar Boycott Bar The Cash Cruisn’ 7th Dick’s Cabaret FEZ Industry Bar Karamba Kobalt NuTowne Saloon OZ Bar Plazma The Rock

9, 48-49 12-13, 19 54-56 71 AK Chin Pavilion Arizona Federal Theatre Chandler Center for Arts Celebrity Theatre Let it Roll Bowling Phoenix Gay Men’s Chorus Canyon Echos Omaggio Youth Chorus Phoenix Women’s Chorus Desperado Film Festival Arizona Broadway Theatre Valley Youth Theatre Arizona Opera Theatre Arizona Theatre Company Herberger Theatre Orpheum Theatre Phoenix Theatre Marque Theatre Talking Stick Arena CB Live (Desert Ridge) Rick Branson’s House Comedy Exposed Gallery

GAY-FRIENDLY BARS

Sazerac 17 & 73 Stacy’s @ Dunlap 68 Thunderbird Lounge 42 From the Rooftop (Down. Phx) 63 Rewined Beer & Wine Bar

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TRANSPORTATION

DINING OUT

Centrico (Modern Mexican) Wok n Roll (Phoenix) King Pin Bar & Lounge Tru Burger (Phoenix location) Hula’s Modern Tiki Mi Patio (Mexican) Bliss/ReBar Breakfast Bitch (Cambria Hotel) FEZ Mary Coyle’s Ice Cream

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Bill Luke Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep 68 U Park We Sell (Mesa) 67 Scottsdale Bike Company Community Tire (6 locations) Compu-Tech Automotive Jackson Car Wash Daryl’s Detail on Wheels Fenders and Friends Car Club Cactus 4 Wheelers Lambda Car Club All State Ins. - Edward Vasquez State Farm Ins. Mary Contreras 56

Key Home Interiors Mustang Air Mechanical Lance Rampy Realtor Mattress 360 Arizona Matress Overstock Allegiance Water Services Studio Art Framing A/C Experts Design Labs Custom Kitchens Oasis Valley Group (Chris Tong) Dominick Mangano Realtor AZ Real Estate - John & Jared S & T Plaza The Curve Apts. (Melrose) Pavilions on Central Apts Skyline Lofts Apt. (Downtown) ZaZu Apartment Homes Byrant Commercial Properties Old Republic Title

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OPEN FOR BUSINESS

Fast Signs on Central 74 The Fit Alterations 87 Ace of Fades (Adrian Byrd) 27 Diamond Jim’s (2 locations) 74 AZ Fun Services Gifts/Costumes Cornelis Hollander Jewelers Dance Starz Macy’s Biltmore Fashion Park Now or Never R Salon Salon 24 Whozitz and Whatzitz Gifts

MEDICAL

CVS Speacialty 90 Open Wide Dental 96 CAN Pueblo Family Physicians 4-5

CHECK OUT OUR AD IN THIS ISSUE (use page number) OR INSIDE THE ION ARIZONA APP (by catagory) Spectrum Medical 85 Family Practice Specialists 87 My Shape MedSpa 6-8 Innova Medspa 60 On Pointe Dental Healthcare Solutions - F Saltzburg Horizon Chiropractic Thomas Eye Care (in Lenscrafters) Lashes & Lasers Braces for all Faces Stonewall Instutute Recovery Clean State Recovery Community Walgreens Pharmacy Estetica Cosmetic Surgery

FIERCE Friends - Social club BLAEQ - Black LGBTQ Social club

ADULT Varsity Gay Kick-Ball League Phoenix Frontrunners Gay Bowlling Phoenix Phoenix Hellraisers Flag Football G.L.A.D. Dart League Phoenix Storm Rugby Team

TRAVEL & LEISURE

CANNABIS / CBD / VAPE

The Wellness Spot (CBD/Rec) 3 Herbal Wellness Ctr. (medicinal) 3

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Law offices of John Phebus QuickStart Ignition Interlock Beeb Beeb Driving School State Farm Ins. - Mary Contreras Dave Connell Bookkeeping All State Insurance - E. Vasquez Health Markets - Amy Powell Alliance Wealth Management

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PETS

Lugari Pet Salon Doggy Daze - Grooming/retail Wag n Wash Smelly Dog Pet Sit AZ

SPORTS & FITNESS Cactus Cities Softball

From the Rooftop (Down. Phx) 43 Let it Roll Bowlling 50 810 Bowl - City Scape 69 Pemberton Palomar Hotel (Downtown) Embassy Suites - Airport Wyndham Garden (Midtown Phx) The Tuxon Hotel (Tucson) Hotel Congress (Dntwn Tucson) Royal Villas - Adult Hotel Big Surf Waterpark Luxor Hotel (Las Vegas)

RESOURCES

Flex Phoenix Health Spa 96 The Adult Shoppe (3 locations) 88 The Chute Bathhouse Dick’s Cabaret Off Chute Too Castle Superstores Hustler Hollywood Paradise Bookstore Zorbas Adult Shoppe New APP Ads added weekly. Check back often for LGBTQ+ friendly business, organizations and non-profits!

Is your business, organization or non-profit not listed here? ION Arizona partners recieve:

Phoenix Pride 64-65 Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS 22 Aunt Rita’s - HIV Fundraising 59 Joshua Tree Feeding Program 29 Terros Health 21 Maricopa County Public Health 18 RipplePHX - HIV Testing/events Pima County Public Health SAAF - HIV/AIDS Tucson Tucson Pride Flagstaff Pride Bisbee Pride Latino Pride Alliance Equality Chamber of Commerce One Community Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Equality Arizona (EQAZ) ANDES - Nude social club 48

• Full color ad in EVERY IONAZ • Full interactive APP page: - Logo banner ad - Slide show - One touch phone dialing - Google Maps directions - Uber and Lyft built into Maps - YouTube videos - Organization discription - Links to website & social media - Hours of operations - Specials offers - Yelp reviews - Update anytime No obligation consultation. Call Jack Tesorero today at 602-750-1164 or email jacktesorero@me.com

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ION HOMOSCOPES

n April 12, there is a celestial rendezvous between Jupiter and Neptune in Pisces. This is the first time they canoodled there since 1856. They’re strong planets, and this is a once in a lifetime chance to make it happen … for who? You. Open doors. Take a step. It’s so worth it. It’s more beautiful than you realize. ¶ Pluto, the Darth Vader of the Underworld, goes retrograde in Capricorn on April 29. Don’t stress; it takes up nearly half of the year and shouldn’t impact your day-to-day life. (But you never know. Kidding!) Pause for some serious reflection and get rid of stuff you don’t need. Wait … keep that; you might need it. (That was a test. You don’t need it.) ARIES Mar. 21 - Apr. 20 Someone owes you money. It’s time for a shakedown and get your coin. Make threats. Birthday Rams can look forward to reconnecting with friends. Interesting news hits you like a bolt of lightning. How will you process it? (Relax, it’s okay!) TAURUS April. 21 - May 20 Expect some critical feedback and commentary that might not sit well, but it will benefit you. Birthday Bovines: the Sun enters Taurus and it’s your season! A cosmic re-set has you starting over. You are adored! Quirks and all. GEMINI May 21 - June 21 Expand your outreach and discover that you’re a born leader. You just might inspire the beginning of a new movement. A little one, but still … Free yourself from what’s holding you back. CANCER June 22 - July 22 You’ll be recognized for a notable achievement. If you had some help along the way be sure to share the credit. You discover loyalty from an obscure source. LEO July 23 - Aug. 22 Your work methods are unconventional, but you know what? 94

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APR / MAY 2022

You get shit done. You are meticulous and thorough. Sometimes it’s a little annoying being so perfect, isn’t it? VIRGO Aug. 23 - Sep. 22 Today you will win a prize! (Okay, maybe not today, but soon.) This is a month where you will see improvements. The key to maintaining all this is discipline. (And you love discipline, right?) LIBRA Sep. 23 - Oct. 22 Follow your instincts and you won’t go wrong. Well, hopefully. Be sure to use some common sense. Embrace the moment and a secret will be revealed about … who? You. That’s who. SCORPIO Oct. 23 - Nov.23 It’s time to switch things up in your daily routine, your beauty regimen, and lifestyle patterns. It’s a refreshing change. This creates a new curve for you. We like it. SAGITTARIUS Nov. 23 - Dec. 23 There’s some rumors circulating. About you. Some of them are delicious. Swear they’re true. Especially if they’re scandalous. Avoid temptation. That’s the hard part. CAPRICORN Dec. 23 - Jan. 20 Hey, this isn’t the path you thought you were on. Okay. Look at your surroundings. Ask yourself the right questions. Remember where you want to go? You have that key. Go. Now. Hurry! AQUARIUS Jan. 21 - Feb. 19 Conversations are born, and speed up, either via phone, text, email or in person. They will all connect you to others in a significant way. Word of advice: don’t cuss so much. Keep it classy. PISCES Feb. 20 - Mar. 20 Cowabunga! Surf the cosmic wave, dude! A newfound confidence has you riding the crest to the shore of a selfrealization that’s pretty trippy-outtie. Like, totally for sure!

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