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he summer heat is upon us. Although I expect it every year, the heat always seems to sneak up on me in a way that I still find surprising. After the winter months, when outdoor living is the way of life, the summer sun relentlessly displays its rays and challenges all of us to get creative with our outdoor activities. This month is all about “Summer Fun.” There are more ways than you could imagine to still have fun with your family despite the scorching temperatures. One of my personal favorite summer activities, especially with our baby girl due in just one more month, is lounging out by the pool. Swimming laps or just floating in the cool water for me is the perfect combination of light exercise and relaxation. Our feature this issue takes you to the splash pads of Chandler. This is the perfect way to let your children enjoy the water and stay cool without the fear and risk of a deep-watered pool. Your kids will smile and laugh as they dive in and out of the spraying water. With several different locations around the city, there is sure to be one of these kid-friendly splash pads near you. You may even find yourself darting in and out of the spraying water yourself. July also hosts one of my all-time favorite holidays, the day we celebrate the freedom of our beloved America. Independence Day brings families and friends together all over the country. Kory Kilmer decided to dive more into the history behind the displays that light up the night sky each July 4th in our History 101 article. He takes us back to where this tradition started and how it got to where it is today. A short drive will take you just outside of Payson to Whispering Hope Ranch, a place where campers and families dealing with physical, medical, emotional or intellectual challenges can come to get the summer camp experience. The ranch is designed to meet the specific needs of those using wheel chairs and other adaptive equipment. Creating a bond between campers and the 60 animals that call Whispering Hope Ranch home is a healing process for all involved. They offer many other activities as well that are sure to create lasting and life-changing memories for each camper involved. Read about Whispering Hope Ranch in our Giving Back department. These are just a few of the summer activities we discovered that are happening around the Valley. As always, keep your calendars open so you don’t miss the best events going on in your own neighborhood. Remember to drink lots of water, stay cool, and get creative with your outdoor activities this summer. Don’t forget the sunscreen, either!

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Around Town Night Out is located along Main Street between Center Street and Country Club Boulevard. The event has a different theme every month, so check the website for each month’s theme. To learn more about the event, visit DowntownMesa.com, or call 480.890.2613.

THESE ARE A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS Peter Held puts on his final exhibition before retirement, as he studies the urge to collect. Held, a ceramics curator includes trinkets and cabinets of wonder in his exhibit while exploring how we all can be equally possessive and obsessive about our things. These Are a Few of My Favorite Things is being shown at the ASU Museum from July 19-October 4. The ASU Art Museum is located at 51 E 10th Street in Tempe. For more information, visit ASUArtMuseum.ASU.Edu.

THE STEAM MACHINE + ARTS CAMP The ASU College of Technology and Innovation and Mesa Arts Center Studios Program have collaborated to create The Steam Machine + Arts Camp. Campgoers will brainstorm ideas, design and build an original invention using a chain-reaction machine. They will also integrate science, engineering, technology, math and arts in their machines and learn the importance of working and having fun in teams. Each week will end with a performance/ demonstration. Camp runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F and is open to teenagers ages 13-18. Sessions start July 7. For more information on the camp, visit MesaArtsCenter.com.

ARIZONA GOLF RESORT SUMMER CAMP Are you still undecided on what to do with the kids this summer? Camp 360 is the answer. Music, sports, art and tutoring are all a part of this fun-filled camp. Lunch and two healthy snacks are included, as well as extended hours for working parents. Whether it’s basketball, singing, or dancing, your kids are sure to have a blast. Sessions start July 1. For more information, visit VisitMesa.com, or call 480.629.4555.

FOLD, PAPER, SCISSORS Cutting and folding paper has come a long way since Valentine’s Day decorations. This medium has only recently exploded onto the art scene and has taken the math behind exacting equally folded sheets of paper and combined it with the beauty of design. Artists show off their scissoring skills at Mesa Arts Center through Sunday, August 10. To learn more about the exhibit, visit MesaArtsCenter.com.

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MOTORCYCLES ON MAIN Bring the whole family down to Mesa to enjoy Motorcycles on Main. Watch all the bikes roll by, or if you are a biker, cruise Main Street and show off your motorcycle. There will also be live music and beer gardens. Motorcycles on Main is on the first Friday of every month, and is located along Main Street between Center and Robson Streets. For more Information, visit DowntownMesa.com or call 480.890.2613.

STARTUP WEEKEND Are you an entrepreneur? Looking to start your own business? Then Startup Weekends are for you. Startup Weekends are set up so entrepreneurs can learn about the possibilities of startups. The weekend starts with open mic pitches on Friday. Saturdays and Sundays are focused on customer development, LEAN Startup Methodologies, and building a workable product. The weekend ends with teams demoing their prototypes and receiving feedback from a panel of experts. The next Startup Weekend will be July 18-20 and will be located at Gangplank Chandler, 260 S Arizona Avenue in Chandler. To learn more about Startup Weekends, please visit Chandler. StartupWeekend.org.

ASTRONOMY NIGHTS AT THE MESA PLANETARIUM Come explore the Universe in Mesa Community College’s state-of-the-art Planetarium. Astronomy Nights are the first Friday of the month and offer telescope viewing of planets, the Moon, and other cosmic visions, if the skies are clear. Tickets are free and handed out at the door on a first-come, firstserved basis, and shows are every half hour starting at 6 p.m. with the last showing at 9:30 p.m. Mesa Community College is located at 1833 W Southern Avenue near Dobson Road and the Planetarium is labeled in black letters, which can be seen from Dobson Road. For more information, visit MesaCC.edu.

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The 2006 Tony Award®-winning Best Musical about The Four Seasons comes to ASU Gammage. This musical tells the story of Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi, four blue collar kids singing their way to success. This success includes selling 175 million records before any of the members were 30 years old. The group’s hits include, “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Sherry,” “Oh What a Night,” and “Rag Doll.” Jersey Boys runs from July 22- August 3. ASU Gammage is located at 1200 S Forest Avenue in Tempe just off of Apache Boulevard and Mill Avenue. For more information and tickets, visit ASUGammage.com or call 480.965.3434.

Kids of all ages are invited to join in fun and activities every Thursday at 10 a.m. The Club is free and is aimed at educating and entertaining. Kids Club takes place in the JC Penny Court in Superstition Springs Mall at 6555 E Southern Avenue in Mesa. To learn more about the club, visit MallKidsClub.com.

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FOOTLOOSE Kick off your Sunday shoes and cut loose because the Broadway hit, Footloose, is coming to Gilbert! The story focuses on Ren, a city boy from Chicago, who is having trouble finding his place in a small town where dancing is a crime. Things only get worse when Ren befriends the daughter of a powerful pastor in town. While many of the townsfolk want nothing to do with dancing, the students want to celebrate their prom in rock ‘n’ roll fashion. See what happens when the two sides clash. This dance-filled musical will put a smile on your face and possibly lead to uninhibited dancing in your seat. Footloose will be presented from July 10-August 23 at Hale Centre Theatre, which is located at 50 W Page Avenue in Gilbert. To find out more about the show, visit HaleTheatreArizona.com or call 480.497.1181.

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Family Feature

Inspired by Health and Fitness How a medical scare motivated one Chandler dad to take control of his health Article Meghann Finn Sepulveda Photography Provided

hat was supposed to be an annual exam with his primary care physician in 2013 turned out to be a huge eye opener for Rob Montoya, 40, of Chandler. When he received a call from his doctor to review the results of his blood work, Montoya was not prepared to learn that he had high cholesterol and was pre-diabetic. Eye Opener

Following the phone conversation with his doctor, Montoya immediately signed up for a membership at Tumbleweed Recreation Center. “My doctor kept saying I was too young to have such high cholesterol,” says Montoya. “At 39, I should have been in much healthier condition.” Montoya was committed to following his doctor’s advice which included adding cardiovascular exercise and strength training to his daily activities. “I set a weight goal for myself of 155 to 160 pounds,” Montoya says. “When I first started I weighed 182 pounds and my cholesterol levels were high.” The American Heart Association says that excess cholesterol can form plaque between layers of artery walls, making it harder for your heart to circulate blood. High cholesterol can also put you at risk for coronary heart disease, heart attack and stroke.

taking yoga classes,” Montoya says. “Anissa also spends time in the gym with me and we work out together.” Montoya’s sons play games and participate in activities with friends in the on-site childcare facility.

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Montoya was finally aware of the severity of his potentially dangerous medical conditions, and was determined to make a positive change before he turned 40. The American Diabetes Association recommends that people who have prediabetes can potentially lower their risk for developing Type 2 diabetes by exercising moderately 30 minutes a day for five days a week. Research also shows that lowering your body weight by 7 percent can make a significant impact. For an entire year, Montoya worked out at Tumbleweed Recreation Center on average between three and four times per week. He incorporated cardio and strength training, and met new friends.

Montoya doesn’t spend all his time at the gym. He’s coaches his sons flag football team and enjoys taking his family hiking and spending time outdoors. His daughters participate in recreational and competitive sports such as soccer and softball. “This scare impacted our entire family,” Montoya says. “It really helped us to be active, to get out of the house.”

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It’s been a year since Montoya received his wake up call. Today, he has reached his weight goal. His annual blood work came back normal. “My goal is to not only maintain my weight, but to continue taking care of myself,” Montoya says. He is setting a positive example for his family, and modeling what good health can look like at not only 40, but at any age. Learn more about Tumbleweed Recreation Center by visiting ChandlerAZ.gov.

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Whispering Hope Ranch Families Find Hope Among the Pines Article Michelle Guerrero | Photography Provided

e were one of the last groups of campers to arrive. After checking in at the office we were escorted, via golf cart, to the campfire where the rest of our group was waiting. The sun was nearly set and the light from the campfire bounced off the surrounding trees. A cowboy was sitting on one of the benches surrounding the fire, tuning his guitar. A few kids were making s’mores, while others were drumming up good ghost stories to share. Soon there would be singing and even an impromptu karaoke by one of the campers who loves singing Patsy Cline songs. The campfire setup was perfect for our group; there was plenty of space for the adaptive equipment and wheelchairs that several of our members used. Whispering Hope Ranch (WHR), a 45-acre sanctuary outside of Payson was built for groups just like ours. We were a hodgepodge of families, many of whom had children with disabilities, lots of siblings without disabilities, volunteers and friends. We all came together to enjoy the great outdoors. A person unfamiliar with disability and accessibility might look around and see a typical rustic camp. Simple yet beautiful cabins with large spacious rooms, walk-in showers and large porches. There are well-manicured walk ways throughout the camp and lots of pine trees. They have a large meadow, spring-fed pond, creek and antique fruit trees. “With our partner organizations we provide life-changing experiences for children and families living with physical, medical, emotional or intellectual challenges,” says Mary Clark, executive director of Whispering Hope Ranch Foundation. “What happens here is magical. The sense of belonging when friendships are 14 Chandler Lifestyle | July 2014

formed with others facing similar challenges; a special connection between a child and an animal; the healing that takes place through that sense of connection and community, that’s what inspires us to be here for every family in Arizona that needs us.” The ranch, also an animal rescue, provides a home to more than 60 animals, most of whom have physical disabilities or have suffered trauma. The heart of the Whispering Hope experience lies in the healing bond that grows between their campers and these gentle animals. They have a new fully accessible Center for Human-Animal Interaction so that children with mobility challenges can spend time with the animals. “People are building memories that not only sustain them until their next visit, but are cherished for a lifetime,” says Clark. During our stay we built bird houses and created horse shoe art, learned archery, rode horses, enjoyed the playground and played sports. We had a movie night under the stars, cuddled up in blankets while munching on popcorn and candy. We ate our meals under a ramada, while listening to the wildlife chatter all around. Then visited with the animals, including deer, ducks, llamas, goats and horses. Although there were a lot of activities available, there was also flexibility and time to relax. One of my favorite activities was playing in the creek and looking for crawdads. This was a big deal for the kids and their parents, as wheelchairs were left behind and kids sat at the edge of the creek giggling and squealing as they caught crawdads with their buckets, shovels and bare hands. Today, there are more accessible features since my visit. They

now have a splash pad for the kids to cool off during the summer, complete with water wheelchairs. There’s an accessible playfield with synthetic turf that can withstand significantly more use than natural grass, and reduces dust aiding those with respiratory issues. The field is used for soccer, basketball and even adaptive bicycle races. This year they are adding a wheelchair platform swing to their playground. “We depend heavily on volunteers,” says Clark. “We have a mixture of volunteers that come up from the Valley, and we’ve had great support from the Payson area too.” Some volunteers help with the campers, while others help from afar by putting together craft projects, like donkey-shaped nosew pillow kits. When camp isn’t in session, they welcome large volunteer groups to help with projects. Volunteering at WHR is a great way to get out of the heat, while doing something that makes a difference in someone’s life. The ranch is supported entirely by private donations. They charge their guests a modest fee, but 75-80 percent of the costs is covered by the WHR Foundation. Bringing in new donors is always needed.

“A lot of donations is through word of mouth,” says Clark. “Someone will read about us or come up to the ranch and like what we do. But we are more of a secret than we would like to be.” One of WHR’s guiding principles is that hope is an essential element for healing. Healing might come as a parent observes their child smile when a miniature donkey breathes their own special magic on the arm of a nonverbal child. Perhaps someone who’s lost a loved one finally finds a place to breathe, and people to relate too. Maybe a little girl who uses a wheelchair, meets another little girl who uses one too, and they spend an afternoon splashing in the water on a warm summer day. Hope and healing comes in many forms, often whispering into one’s soul as they find a place of peace. Learn more about partnering or volunteering with Whispering Hope Ranch Foundation by visiting WhisperingHopeRanch.org. Submit your favorite nonprofit organization, or a special person involved in the community, for our Giving Back department to MichelleMGuerrero@live.com.

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History 101 Bonfires and Illuminations from one End of this Continent to the other from this Time forward forever more. You will think me transported with Enthusiasm but I am not. I am well aware of the Toil and Blood and Treasure, that it will cost Us to maintain this Declaration, and support and defend these States. Yet through all the Gloom I can see the Rays of ravishing Light and Glory. I can see that the End is more than worth all the Means. And that Posterity will tryumph in that Days Transaction, even altho We should rue it, which I trust in God We shall not. (The Book of Abigail and John: Selected Letters of The Adams Family, 1762-1784, Harvard University Press, 1975, 142).

4th of July Celebrations Article Kory Kilmer

rom a small-town festival to the all-out spectacle of one of the country’s premier shows, there is no better exclamation point to a hard day of celebrating America’s independence quite like lighting up the skies with a rainbow of fireworks. But whether it’s the rocket’s red glare, the bombs bursting in air, or just the thrill of making things go boom in the night, the patriotic use of pyrotechnics to honor the birth of our country goes back to our nation’s beginning. The story is well known: While deep in the heart of the American Revolution, the Second Continental Congress met at Freedom Hall in Philadelphia and adopted the final draft of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Interestingly enough, however, was that a formal resolution of independence from the British Empire was approved two days earlier by the Congress. It was this action that inspired John Adams to write to his wife Abigail:

The Second Day of July 1776, will be the most memorable Epocha, in the History of America. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated, by succeeding Generations, as the great anniversary Festival. It ought to be commemorated, as the Day of Deliverance by solemn Acts of Devotion to God Almighty. It ought to be solemnized with Pomp and Parade, with Shews, Games, Sports, Guns, Bells, 16 Chandler Lifestyle | July 2014

Adams was close. The Founding Fathers turned to Thomas Jefferson to take the lead in penning an explanation as to why they had decided to take the leap toward independence. This is the document that became the heavily circulated Declaration of Independence, signed on July 4, 1776, which quickly became the date that signified the birth of the United States of America. What Adams did predict correctly was that celebrations marking the occasion would have a habit of illuminating the night sky. Fireworks had been around for centuries by 1776, having morphed from repurposed military munitions from Asia. As they developed, fireworks eventually made their way to Europe during the Renaissance, finding fans among imperialists who used them to primarily to mark nationalist celebrations and military victories. Starting with the first anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1777, formal organized and choreographed firework displays took place in both Philadelphia and Boston. Within a small handful of years a selection of smaller fireworks were made available to the public, which has been putting on amateur shows in backyards and driveways ever since. The Bristol Fourth of July Celebration first took place in Bristol, Rhode Island, (aka “America’s most patriotic town) in 1785. The all-day event, which includes a fireworks celebration, has yet to take a year off, making it the oldest continuous celebration in the country. When looking for the biggest, however, one needs to look no further than New York City. Sponsored by Macy’s, the show is traditionally held over either the East or Hudson Rivers, where multiple barges are staged with a boggling variety of pyrotechnics. This was also the stage for what is also considered one of the greatest fireworks display ever and still the largest in American History, the “Statue of Liberty Fireworks Spectacular” in 1986. Marking the 100th anniversary of the Lady Liberty, more than 22,000 aerial fireworks as well as another 18,000 “set-pieces” (fountains or low displays) were ignited over the 30-minute show. The display required 30 barges, 220 miles of wires, and 777,000 pounds of mortar tubes, as well as 100 workers from four of the best pyrotechnic companies across the world who worked together for more than a year to pull it off. More fireworks are set on display in the United States to celebrate the Fourth of July than on any other day, for any other reason, anywhere else in the world. And the fact that our Founding Father pretty much saw it coming, that just sort of makes sense.

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Aravaipa Farms An Exclusive, Rustic Get-a-way Article Kathleen Blair Photography Provided by Carole Steele

cross the creek near Aravaipa Canyon amongst beautiful fruit orchards rest the rustic casitas of Aravaipa Farms, another world where phones, newspapers, television and the Internet don’t exist. It’s like something you read in a storybook about an enchanted forest has manifested before you. This is a place to refresh and recharge, to tune into the beauty of nature that surrounds you. Carole Steele, owner of this wonderful property, has transformed a rundown farm and created five rustic casitas; two she originally found in ruins that were built in the 40’s and 50’s. She built a studio for herself, which has been converted into a casita, and worked her design magic on an old barn, converting it into two more casitas and a large dining room. There are patios and sitting areas everywhere you turn, as well as antique farm equipment. Even an organic garden and hen house sit on the property. The casita’s are nestled against a mountain, Carol’s mountain; there is a lap pool and a few paths to explore the orchards and the canyon on her 246 acres. From Restaurant Owner to Innkeeper

Steele grew up in Washington, D.C., the oldest of six children. Her father worked for the state prisons and her brother’s health brought her parents and siblings to Arizona in 1954. When Steele and her husband planned to relocate to Alaska, they stopped in Arizona to visit her parents. Unfortunately, a car accident took her husband’s life and Steele settled in Arizona in 1958. She later met and married a cotton farmer and they lived in Sedona for 17 years. It was in 1968 while she was still living in Sedona that she and Joanne Goldwater built the shopping area called La Pasada Village. 18 Chandler Lifestyle | July 2014

Carole is no stranger to running successful businesses. She owned and operated C. Steele Company with her son Larry from 1976 to 1991. It was was located on Indian School in Scottsdale and on Camelback Road in Phoenix, and later moved into the downtown Mercado Center. In 1992 she was inducted into the Phoenix Scottsdale Culinary Hall of Fame. Shortly after, Steele partnered with Wayne Smith to open the first restaurant on The Farm at South Mountain which was originally a 10-acre pecan farm. As the city grew and technology made bigger waves into the marketplace, Steele wanted to escape the fast pace life and went on a search to find a piece of wilderness in southern Arizona. She fell in love with Aravaipa Canyon with its 19,400 acres of federally protected wilderness. “I wanted to escape from technology and create a quiet place, surrounding myself with things I love, where my friends and family could also visit me,” says Steele. “It has also become a place where strangers come and leave as friends.” She opened in 1995 with two casitas and the main house, a charming three-bedroom adobe ranch house where guests would dine until the dining room was built. Three other casitas were added all having colorful, southwest designs and an eclectic blending of rustic furnishings, many homemade. All the casitas have their own private entrance and covered patio and are furnished with queen size beds, a day bed, walk-in Saltillo tiled showers, wood-burning fireplaces, air conditioning and heating and a kitchenette equipped with dishes, utensils, coffeepot, teapot, toaster and small refrigerator. Outdoor grills are also available. The Across The Creek at main dining room and kitchen are Aravaipa Farms available to use if preparing a large 89395 E. Aravaipa Road meal. I found the kitchenette and Winkelman, AZ 85192 its amenities adequate for my needs. 520.357.6901 Although I did take my breakfast to AravaipaFarms.com the dining room to fully experience the ambiance of the room.

I slept well the night of my stay, having walked through the orchards while exploring the property and enjoying being outdoors. I was awaken the following morning by the rooster’s crow. It was enjoyable taking my fresh brewed coffee out on the patio where I watched the day begin. Steele describes the experience her locale offers. “You enter a different world once you cross the creek into wilderness territory,” she explains. Hiking, bird watching, swimming and relaxation are all offered at this magically rustic inn. You can often see wildlife and interesting birds from your patio so packing a pair of binoculars would be a good idea. Star gazing is an added treat as it gets so dark at night the sky looks like a blanket of stars. Peach, apricot and Asian pear trees are found along the creek. Jam making is a big pastime at the farm and guests are welcome to participate or purchase some along with other gift items found in the dining room. Many of Steele’s charming, homemade rustic birdhouses, which decorate the casita’s patios, are also available to purchase. Hand painted dishes by Steele’s friend, Nancy Gaxiola, are in each casita and the dining room. An assortment of sizes and types are on display to purchase in the dining room’s gift shop as well. I couldn’t resist purchasing a little dish with the wording “Across the Creek Aravaipa Farms.”

goats and sheep with them. Later cattle replaced the goats. Now, approximately 40 families have made their home in Aravaipa Canyon, some for generations, and each has a passion to preserve the history and beauty of this wilderness canyon. Aravaipa Canyon is known worldwide for its dense biodiverse, spring-fed, pristine creek that weaves through the canyon. It is home to 100 butterfly species, 400 bird species, 92 mammals and 47 amphibians and reptiles. It recognized has having the greatest diversity of vertebrates in North America and the second highest land-mammal diversity in the world. The area has also been designated as the best birding in the country by the American Bird Conservancy. Thankfully an Act of Congress was passed (first in 1984 and expanded in 1990) to ensure the beauty and wildlife of this area would be preserved. Therefore, only 30 people are allowed to hike the canyon per day. The Arizona Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Nature Conservancy manage the Aravaipa Wilderness Preserve and are located just three miles up the creek from the Inn. Advance reservations must be made and could take months to get, so contact them before your stay if you want to take the 12-mile hike through the canyon. Information on making a reservation and getting a hiking permit can be found on the BLM website.

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During the 1800s, homesteaders moved into southeastern Arizona and encroached upon Apache territory. The Apache tribe was not going to allow this to happen and there were many bloody battles fought; they were not willing to give up their homeland. Because of a major massacre where Apache women and children were killed by Tohono O’odham Indians, Mexicans and Anglo vigilantes, President Grant was forced to assign General Cook to the Arizona territory with a mission of ending the Indian wars and capture their leader, Geronimo. With Geronimo captured, the territory was now free from Indian resistance and homesteaders were safe to enter. They arrived and farmed the area bringing

The area lends itself to nature lovers and artists as well. Artist Ted Nuttall, a figurative watercolorist, has held watercolor workshops twice annually for the past eight years. Many families have held reunions here as well as small weddings. Even a few Hollywood celebrities and travelers from other countries have found their way to this wonderful Inn. It’s a perfect location for small retreats; the canyon is waiting to be explored by you. For large parties, Steele will provide some of her gourmet meals for an additional charge. For more information and to learn more about their summer special (each casita only $150 per night through August), be sure to visit their website.

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ummer season is in full swing. If you’re like most parents, you’re constantly looking for cool activities to keep your kids entertained. Pack some towels and head out to a City of Chandler spray and splash park. Enjoy the month of July, which is proclaimed “Parks and Recreation Month.” Your little ones can run around outdoors even when temperatures reach 110 degrees.

Children are encouraged to bring buckets, pails and other water toys. “It is a fun and safe place for the kids to go and cool off,” says Marcelle Trombley, Chandler resident and mom to Gavin, 6, and Davis, 3. “I like that it is close to home, has a small community feel and is not overwhelming.” Alternative to Swimming

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Children of all ages can climb aboard the animal-shaped spray fixtures or soak themselves underneath a giant water tower. Most include a variety of equipment and water features. 20 Chandler Lifestyle | July 2014

Splash pads are a great option for families with very young children, including infants and toddlers. While adult supervision is always recommended, little ones can sit under a water spray or dip their feet.

“I love the splash pad because during the summer months it’s great that the kids can get wet and parents can sit and watch in the shaded area,” says Mariel Cole, Chandler resident and mom to Nyla, 7, and Keoni, 2. Covered playgrounds are also great for older children. “I also love having the playground nearby to keep everyone busy,” says Cole. Splash Pad Maintenance

City of Chandler takes good care of the splash pads to ensure cleanliness and safety. “All of the spray pads in our parks use city potable water which drains to the sewer, with the exception of Desert Breeze which drains to the lake,” says Tyrone Allen, Parks Maintenance superintendent. “We don’t re-circulate water at any of our park spray pads.” The Parks Maintenance team is on alert, especially during monsoon season. “The rubberized surfacing is cleaned at least once a week, and if necessary, additional cleanings will take place,” Allen says. Location and Hours

Chandler boasts three splash pads, all adjacent to a park. Chuparosa Park Spray Pad is located at 2400 South Dobson Road between Queen Creek and Germann Roads, and includes one ground spray, four spray rings, and one candy cane-shaped shower. Desert Breeze Park Spray Animals is located at 660 North Desert Breeze Boulevard, between Rural and McClintock Roads, and features three dolphins, one elephant, and three ground sprays. Espee Park Spray Park, situated at 450 East Knox, between Arizona Avenue and McQueen Roads, offers one water tower, three candy cane-shaped showers, spray rings, and ground sprays.

While spray pad hours are seasonal and vary slightly by location, all three Chandler splash pads remain open through October. Hours are typically between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. through August and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the months of September and October. All splash pads are closed November through March. Learn more by visiting ChandlerAZ.gov or by calling 480.782.2752.

Spray Park Tips for Parents If you plan on visiting a splash pad this summer, here are a few helpful tips from City of Chandler Recreation to ensure your little ones have fun: • Although not required adult supervision is highly encouraged. • Remember to bring sunscreen with you to the splash pads. It’s important to continually reapply. For those pronged to burning, sunhats can give much needed shade. • Don’t forget to bring a towel to dry off. • Drinking fountains are available at all parks, but guests are encouraged to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated during the summer heat. • Children that have not been potty trained should wear a swim diaper - guests may want to bring a backup or two if they plan on staying for a while. • The surface is rubberized to minimize slips and falls, but please be careful. • Bring a camera to document your fun! Share your images with Chandler Parks and Recreation on social media by tagging them #DIGChandler.

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La Stalla A Taste of Italy Article Kathleen Blair | Photography Provided

ocated in the historic area of downtown Chandler, across from the Crown Plaza Resort San Marcos, is a charming, authentic Italian restaurant called La Stalla Cucina Rustico. It has been at the same location since it opened in November of 2003. Owner and chef, Paolo Vetrati, grew up in a small fishing village in the Mola di Bari region of southern Italy. His father had immigrated to America without his family in 1970 and worked at a pizzeria untel he was able to start his own restaurant and move his family to join him. Paolo was only 10 years old when he moved from Italy in 1977. His father Antonio owned five restaurants in New Jersey before retiring and moving to Arizona. Paolo learned early on how to create delicious meals and has carried on the family legacy. Come, Relax, Stay Awhile

With all the busyness we experience daily, it’s a refreshing respite to enter the restaurant’s calm conveyed with the beautiful music and old world décor. Behind the hostess stand, a tiled wall tells the family story. A nice plant divider separates the lounge area from the dining room. The coziness of the dining area contributes to the relaxing ambiance. There is a definite difference between eating a meal and dining. At La Scalla’s you are encouraged to relax and dine, enjoy good food and conversation. Every meal starts with fresh, warm bread to enjoy with the vinegar and oil that are on every table. My tasting started with coco gnocchi’s made with potatoes and 22 Chandler Lifestyle | July 2014

fontina cheese sauce. The sauce was so delicious I had to dip my bread into it not to waste a drop. A wide selection of items are on the menu: sandwiches, salads, soups, pastas and pizzas cooked in a wood burning oven. The pizzas include Margherita, Pugliese, Pepperoni, Funghi e Prosciutto which has mushrooms, Capricciosa, Calzone which is stuffed with ham and ricotta and Quatro Stagioni which has artichokes, prosciutto, mushrooms and sausage. I sampled the Funghi e Prosciuitto and it was very good. I loved the contrast of the prosciutto cheese with the mushrooms. I was pleased to see Saltinbocca alla Romana on the menu. It is veal medallions topped with mozzarella and prosciutto and a favorite of mine. Other entrees include lamb chops; eggplant with

prosciutto and ricotta; chicken parmigiana; grilled cutlette steak topped with cognac and green peppercorn sauce; chicken marsala; and grilled salmon. Not afraid to tackle unusual dishes, Vetrati will prepare specials that include boar, elk, kangaroo, rabbit, as well as seasonal items. All items on the menu are made from scratch with a lot of passion. A family favorite, and now one of mine, is the Riscotto Agli Scampi made with creamy, flavorful carnaroli rice and shrimp. Delicioso! It is truly a winner you will want to try. I also sampled, and thoroughly enjoyed, the Tagliolini allo Scoglio, which is squid ink pasta with mixed shellfish in tomato garlic sauce. I finished my meal with Vetrati’s version of tiramisu made with imported Italian cookies and it was very good. There was a hint of chocolate as well as vanilla flavor and it was very tasty without the heavy liquor taste. Other desserts include chocolate soufflé, creamolata which is vanilla gelato topped with Expresso and cannoil’s which are filled with ricotta and white chocolate.

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There is no greater compliment than when people of the same ethnic background dine in your restaurant as they can make that food at home and prefer ordering something different. Surprisingly, La Scalla has built up quite a reputation of frequent diners who all are Italian. “My most rewarding times are when I get a hand shake and thank you for the delicious meal from a customer,” says Paolo.. “I enjoy making meals that bring memories of what your grandmother or mother made you.” Vetrati prides himself that the food is always consistent. “Our customers can be assured the meal they just enjoyed will look and taste the same the next time they are in,” he says. “My goal is to continue to provide high quality items that are consistent and authentic Italian food.” I highly recommend you visit La Stalla Cucina Rustica for lunch or dinner and enjoy a little piece of Italy in Chandler.

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xcruciating pain that makes it difficult for you to walk or even sleep without relief is how many people are living their lives. James Helmuth was one of them. Having suffered extreme foot pain for years, his friend Les Harrell suggested he try something he recently heard of that would relieve pain. Reluctantly, Helmuth agreed to check it out but had reservations. He had spent an unsuccessful 15 years searching for something that would alleviate his pain. To Helmuth’s astonishment, in as little as two weeks he went from being unable to walk on the back of his foot to being completely pain-free. So impressed with his results, Helmuth immediately contacted the owners, Denis Thompson and Jay Schroeder, who developed the ARPwave life changing devices and protocols. He and Harrell joined a partnership with the company and in November 24 Chandler Lifestyle | July 2014

2012 acquired Phoenix and Salt Lake City as their exclusive territories. Helmuth contacted doctors, chiropractors, therapists and naturopaths to demonstrate this patented protocol on their patients with amazing results. So, why does this protocol work when nothing else seems to totally get rid of your pain, you may ask? Basically, most medical treatment involves treating the symptoms and not the true source of where the problem actually lies. Medication masks the pain for a while but does not treat the origin of the symptom. ARPwave neuro therapy is a supplemental therapy that treats the neurological origin of all physiological symptoms and not just the symptoms. By using the ARPwave “search & destroy™” protocol, it quickly finds the actual cause (source) of where the pain originated and treats that with a 99% success rate. This noninvasive protocol involves no drugs, no surgery and no harmful side effects. “I’ve experienced the most amazing results on patients within 15 minutes or less”, states Helmuth. He continues, “People who have been unable to move fingers, walk without pain, lift their arm and who have been in chronic pain for years without relief, are now completely pain-free.” Testimonies

Sharon, who was scheduled for knee surgery made an appointment and after a few therapy sessions she is pain-free and her knee is completely functional. Karen, who could not move her fingers or lift her left arm for over five years due to a disability, was able to lift her arm above her head and move her fingers after only one 15-minute session. An MS patient, Theresa, was giddy when she saw her toes move for the first time in 15 years. Bobbie who suffered from multiple chronic diseases woke up the next day pain-free for the first time in 23 years after just one session. Matt, 17 years old, was suffering from a hip injury due to playing sports, was pain-free after one week. A minister, who fell off a 25’ ladder and suffered from intense knee pain, was totally pain-free after one session. Over 1,000 professional league athletes’ are now being treated by the ARPwave protocol and are receiving amazing results. An injury that would normally take months to heal or repair is now just taking a few days or weeks. Everyone (including animals) suffering pain from a disease such as arthritis, an injury or a stroke and is limited in what they can do now has a noninvasive alternative that offers documented results. For more information or to set up an appointment for a free consultation contact Helmuth at: EliteBodyLLC.com, 602.524.9022

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rowse a wall of signed album covers, passing the autographs of Stevie Nicks and Miles Davis and The Talking Heads. Look straight ahead and you’ll find an acoustic guitar signed by the Eagles. To the left, an electric guitar signed by the Dave Matthews Band. Along another wall are vintage video games: Asteroids, Defender, Ms. Pac-Man, The Golden Tee and a Galaga cocktail table. No out-ofdate copies of fashion magazines here. No generic elevator music, either. Pink Floyd eases out of the overhead speakers while you flip through a copy of Rolling Stone. Welcome to the dental office of “The Doc That Rocks.” “For some people, coming to the dentist is a cake walk,” says Kelly Jorn Cook, DDS. “But not everyone is like that. I wanted to create a space that would take people’s minds off why they’re here.” After several years of working in a more “conventional” office setting, Cook found himself feeling constrained and unhappy. 26 Chandler Lifestyle | July 2014

Like other medical professions, dentistry comes with what he calls a “high burnout rate.” Compelled to make a change, he got to work brainstorming on how to make his office a place that he would enjoy coming to, both as doctor and patient. A lifelong music lover and memorabilia collector, Cook had amassed an impressive collection over the years. Providing outstanding care to patients while listening to his favorite bands was part of the solution he’d been looking for. “I knew that to do my best work I’d need to surround myself with what I like,” Cook says, and soon his “rock and roll museum meets the dental office” was born. “The fact that I’m happy transfers to the patients,” Cook explains. “Everyone is happy, the staff is happy, and the mood is good. I’ve liked work more the past 14 years than I did the first 10. I’ve worked hard to make sure this place is pain free and communication relevant. If you’ve got a problem, convey that to me. The dentist doesn’t have to

be a scary place, and I take great satisfaction in talking people down from the ledge.” Cook provides advanced cosmetic and complete restoration dentistry as well as general dental services for the whole family. Patient testimonials range from the ecstatic to the deeply grateful. His staff, personality and unique approach to patient comfort get high marks as well. Cook refers to his staff as “The Band” and hands out printed guitar picks rather than business cards. He’s personable and laid back, comfortable in his own skin and loves connecting with his patients through whatever song happens to be playing. “Music is timeless and so it takes them back,” says Cook. “I have patients who tell me they saw Jimi Hendrix at Winterfest or Janis Joplin at the Fillmore, but they haven’t listened to them in years. Why let it go? I can’t imagine life without music.” For Cook, life began in Kansas where his father owned a handful of Goodyear tire stores. As the family lived on the port of entry along the Colorado-Kansas-Nebraska borders, his father would sometimes be called out in the middle of the night to fix a flat. “Even at two in the morning in the middle of winter, he’d get a call and wake me up and we’d go,” Cook remembers. “That’s one of the things I love most about living here. You don’t have to shovel the sun.” Having inherited his father’s work ethic, it’s clear why Cook has been so successful in creating patient satisfaction. Through patience, technical expertise, personal expression, a sense of humor and a love of music, he’s created the unthinkable: a dental visit you will most likely look forward to. “You don’t have to be fearful,” Cook offers. “Come on in. Give Led Zeppelin a chance.”

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Parent’s Corner

ancing has spent the last decade making its way into the mainstream through shows like “So You Think You Can Dance” and “Dancing With the Stars” as well as in commercials and stage performances by a variety of artists. With extensive benefits to people of all ages – especially children – dance is the extracurricular activity that deserves a second look. According to the National Dance Education Organization, dance helps children express emotions, develop social skills, work better in group environments, and encourage cognitive development that encourages critical thinking. Benefits such as increased confidence can be seen in as little as one class! Ricky Maalouf, a hip hop instructor at a local Chandler dance studio and several other studios in the Valley, says the work ethic and enthusiasm of the kids in his class become apparent almost immediately. “The drive to succeed starts almost immediately,” Maalouf advises. “Those who enjoy it and want to work hard and achieve the goals set in each class and from week to week will often show themselves early on.” Finding a class is not just about what’s affordable and fits your schedule. The right teacher makes all the difference, and a quality instructor will recognize different learning styles of each child and can address them all in the course of a class. Teachers like Maalouf can recognize quickly how a student is mo-

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tivated and if they respond better to visual teachings or being “talked through” the movement. And while some studios boast a faculty of instructors with impressive resumes, it’s just as possible that your local parks and rec department will offer dance classes with instructors that are just as talented and are well-developed educators. Boys who once turned their noses up at the idea of dancing because it was “just for girls” are now anxious to lace up their high tops so they can be the next Justin Timberlake. Many dance studios offer all-boys hip hop classes, and those welltrained teachers we mentioned earlier will know how to integrate the boys into a co-ed class to make sure they don’t get lost in the shuffle (while not getting all of the attention either). Contrary to what a show like “Dance Moms” would have you believe, the end goal of dance classes should not be competitions and awards, it should be your child having fun and developing skills that expand beyond the classroom walls. While Maalouf has taught classes of all ages and

levels for several years, he still finds himself constantly amazed by who the dancers become outside of the studio more than what they do on stage. “I am constantly inspired by what my students can do when they are not dancing,” Maalouf states. “They are so focused, driven and committed to their goals. They stay active both physically and socially, always running around with smiles on their faces. Their work ethic and attention to details are second to none.” And while soccer leagues and piano lessons may bring out the best in your child, don’t turn your nose up at dance classes as a way to combine important intangible skills with big time fun. “I do not know if other sports and activities bring out these fantastic traits that transcend just the activity itself,” Maalouf suggests, “but I know I have seen enough dancers to know that what these kids learn with us helps them become stronger individuals because of it.” And there is no misstep when we can help our kids do that. July 2014 | Chandler Lifestyle 27

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Sweet Independence Fourth of July Flag Tart

Article Suzette Zara | Photography Joy Reynolds

ive an explosive end to your Fourth of July picnic with cool Frozen Watermelon Mojitos and a festive holiday Lean Cream Flag Fruit Tart! This easy patriotic dessert features sweet raspberries contrasted against a slightly tart cheesecake filling with a subtle hint of almond. As delicious as it is pretty, the tart bakes up quickly, with only 10 minutes in the oven, to keep your house cool as July temperatures rise. The updated French cream filling is slightly creamier than our American cheesecakes and equally addictive, but this light version has far fewer calories; plus, there is a perfect excuse to bake up a French flag version on Bastille Day (July 14th), to honor the historic beginning of French Independence. Or, get creative for the Fourth and let your inner Betsy Ross shine with a blueberry and raspberry flag. Best of all, using reduced fat cheese helps keep fat lower while the fireworks of flavor soar! Vive la Diet! Lean Cream Flag Fruit Tart

This versatile tart can be baked in a rectangular tart pan to decorate as a “flag” motif, or style it more casual for weeknights, in a 10-inch round pan, using a variety of fresh fruit. Try peaches, raspberries, strawberries, kiwi, oranges, blueberries, blackberries or any seasonal local fruit in a creative pattern to create a show-stopping, mouthwatering, perfect light summer dessert. Crust:

• 18 sheets of honey graham crackers (2 of the 3 packages in 14-ounce box) • 4 tablespoons butter, melted • 3 tablespoons sugar • 1 teaspoon almond extract • 1/3 cup water (more as needed) French Cream Filling:

• 1 block (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchatel) • 1 cup reduced-fat sour cream • 2 tablespoons sugar • 1/3 cup sliced almonds • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract • ½ teaspoon almond extract Fruit Topping:

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Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350˚. Spray a rectangular tart pan with non-stick spray (8x10-inch, with removable-bottom. Pan is available at Williams-Sonoma, and other kitchen supply stores). 2. Prepare crust: Place one block of graham crackers (about 9 sheets) in food processor; process until crumbly. Pour into medium bowl. Repeat with other block of crackers. Add melted butter and sugar to crackers in bowl; stir until moistened, adding enough water to dough until crust is moist enough to stay together, almost in a ball. Press crust into bottom of prepared tart pan and up sides, nearly to top. If crust appears to be “breaking,” add more water until dough is cohesive. Spray entire crust lightly with nonstick spray prior to putting in oven (this keeps crust moist for filling). Bake at 350˚ for 10-14 minutes, or until lightly browned. Cool crust in pan, on wire rack. 3. Prepare cream filling: Combine all filling ingredients in small bowl, stirring until smooth. Spread over bottom of tart shell. 4. Create Fruit Topping: If desired, spray fruit lightly with cooking spray to give a more “shiny” appearance (optional). Arrange blueberries in lines in upper left of tart to look like top corner of flag; arrange raspberries in lines to look like red “stripes” of flag. Place almonds decoratively between rows of fruit and around edges (this visually softens any uneven edges). Cover and chill, about 4 hours. Store unused portions in refrigerator. Yield: 10 servings; Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 295; Fat: 9.1g; Protein: 4.8g. Cost (per serving): $1.65.

Frozen Watermelon Mojitos

Here’s a fantastic summer version of the traditional Cuban rum drink. Using frozen watermelon instead of sugared mint keeps calories low and infuses the drink with cool summer flavor and vibrant red color, perfect for toasting Uncle Sam! • 6 cups watermelon, seeded & cubed • 1 cup sparkling water, chilled • 1 cup white rum • 1/3 cup chopped fresh mint • 1 can (6 ounces) frozen limeade concentrate, undiluted • Mint sprigs and lime slices (optional, for garnish)

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Place watermelon on a baking sheet, in a single layer. Freeze about 3 hours, or until completely frozen. Place frozen watermelon, sparkling water, rum, mint and limeade in blender; process until smooth. Garnish with mint and lime slices, as desired. Serve promptly. Yield: 8 servings; Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 122; Fat: 0.4g; Cost (per serving): $1.65. Suzette Zara is a food journalist, nutritionist and frequent speaker on low-fat healthy cooking. To view a step-by-step video preparation of the Flag Fruit Tart and for more great nutrition tips, visit her website CookLean.com. suzette@SuzetteZara.com

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Break out your mouth piece and dust off your protective eyewear because it’s dodgeball time! To learn more about the program and to find out what division is right for you, contact Chad Landrum at 480.255.1987.

A TASTE OF ROMEO’S EURO CAFÉ

JULY 6

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JULY 19

Enjoy delicious eats with Romeo and Janice in their private dining room on Thursday night. You will try sample-sized portions of items from their regular menu. Food will be paired with Romeo’s favorite wines. Five courses for $25 + $8 to try five wines. Space is limited, so make your reservation by calling 480.962.4224. For more information, visit EuroCafe.com.

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Learn how you can use various techniques to create ocean-themed creations from molten glass. Bring your favorite shaping tools and glass rods. Instructor Heather Sellers will be there to lead you through your glass creation journey. For more information, visit MesaArtsCenter.com.

THE WEST GUN SHOW

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Whether you are an avid gun collector or a weekend hunter, this gun show fulfills everyone’s needs. Come to the Arizona State Fairgrounds and see tables and tables of guns, as dealers will be there to tell you all about them. For a coupon and more information, visit CrossroadsGunShows.com.

FIREWORKS CELEBRATION

JULY 19

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Come celebrate America the Beautiful at this year’s 4th of July Fireworks Celebration. The Independence Day show will take place at Tumbleweed Park and will be fun for the entire family. For more information, visit ChandlerAZ.gov.

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Kenny G brings his silky saxophone skills to the Ovations Live! Showroom at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino in Chandler. Smooth, jazzy sounds will fill the air during this special 4th of July show. Come see the adult contemporary hit maker, who has sold over

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Having trouble finding a race this summer? While they are a rarity during Arizona’s hot summer, Tempe has what you’re looking for. This 5K is part of the Summer Series and will start at 6:30 a.m. For more information, visit ArizonaRoadRacers.com.

JULY 24 BELLY DANCE WORKSHOP MESA

It’s summer, which means it’s time to step up your belly dancing skills…of course! The Raks Assaya dance workshop will teach you traditional and not-so-traditional tech-

niques, including single and double cane work, as well as twirling. For more information, visit MesaArtsCenter.com.

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LYLE LOVETT & HIS LARGE BAND MESA

Singer, composer, and actor Lyle Lovett brings songs from his most recent album, Release Me, to the main stage. For more information, visit MesaArtsCenter.com.

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JULY 24 Slightly Stoopid with Cypress Hill MESA

In 2012, the Ocean Beach, Cali-based group dropped their latest studio compilation, Top of the World. Slightly Stoopid with Cypress Hill will perform hits from this album, as well as massive grooves from former albums. For more information, visit MesaAmp.com or call 480.644.2560.

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JULY 25 TORI AMOS MESA

With messages of empowerment and strength, Tori Amos has written her way to selling over 12 million albums worldwide. She comes to Mesa to perform songs from her current album, Unrepentant Geraldines, as well as songs from the past. For more information, visit MesaArtsCenter.com.

JULY 26 Paquita la Del Barrio CHANDLER

Known for her stance against the sexist male culture out of which she was born, Paquito la Del Barrio brings a spicy sass to the stage. Her common phrase, “Are you listening to me, you good for nothing?” taunts the men in the audience, as she gets her show started. Many of her songs can be found in the jukeboxes of Mexican clubs, but luckily you will only have to travel to Chandler to hear her. For more information, visit WinGilaRiver.com.

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