The June 2016 issue of Vicinity - Arcadia Edition by InMedia

JUNE 2016

Staying Put in Style Top destinations to vacation locally

Do for Dad

Museum of the West

Buck &Rider

Shop high-end

Where itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cool to explore

Down-under in our backyard

Lara Broadrick

Rebecca Clayton

Shawna Warner

Robin Orscheln

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PAGE 9 ARTS & CULTURE | JUNE 2016

Museum of the West: Where It’s Cool to Explore

Getting “out and about” in the summer means finding a great indoor attraction. ALSO

PAGE 8 SHOPS & SERVICES | JUNE 2016

33 And Fun for All

Go and Get for Dad

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The question is, what does Dad want for Father’s Day?

SHOPS & SERVICES | JUNE 2016

Ride, Ride, Ride

ALSO ALSO

The Chillsner

PAGE 6 COVER STORY | SERVICES | JUNE 2016

Staying Put in Style

33 Shops & services listings in our vicinity

Harry’s Shave Kit

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MVMT Leather Watch

Outside Refreshed

REAL ESTATE | JUNE 2016

A new look for your home hangout. ALSO

Fantasy is the business of luxury resorts. Within their walls, guests have the opportunity to experience a part of the world they’ve never seen, and even travel back in time. During these hot months of the year, when snow birds have taken flight, it’s time for us vicinity-dwellers to start living the dream.

ON THE COVER: Royal Palms Resort & Spa

Arcadia Design Build 33 All Care Horticulture Services 33

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Buck &Rider

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Little Foody at The Little Woody

for all of this issue’s articles and listings.

Enjoy down-under in our backyard. ALSO

33 Dining & Nightlife listings

33 Do You Fancy a Fancy Drink?

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ALSO

33 Movie Classic Tuesdays 33 Food Fit for a Mermaid

EVENTS / JUNE 2016

June Diversions

Spotlighting events right here in our vicinity

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IN THIS VICINITY | JUNE 2016

33 Mighty Mud Mania

Concert in the Railroad Park

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33 On the Corner at 56th Street

33 Get Crafty with Fresh, Local Craft Beer

Sketching in the Galleries Thurs., June 9 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art

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Father’s Day Beer Brunch

Sun., June 19 Royal Palms Resort & Spa – T. Cook’s

EVERYTHING Welcome to your vicinity TO DO IN YOUR

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IT IS ALL HAPPENING RIGHT HERE IN YOUR VICINITY

Little Foody at The Little Woody DINING EVENTS

A favorite local haunt, The Little Woody — which we all know from its incredible drinks and games in the back game room — has launched a new bar menu that is certain to make an evening of food and drink. From the people who brought us The Vig, this comfort-food-inspired menu includes the Woody Poppers, which are chilies stuffed with cheese and wrapped in bacon, and the Rustic Waffle Bites with cinnamon mascarpone and vanilla bourbon syrup, to name a few …

LITTLE WOODY’S 4228 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix (602) 955-0339 facebook.com/thelittlewoody

Movie Classic Tuesdays

With special presentations of great movie classics, from The Breakfast Club (6/7) to Titanic (8/9), it is a summer of the classics each Tuesday night at select Harkins Theatres throughout the Valley. Only $5 admission and all shows start at 7 p.m.

NIGHTLIFE

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SHOPPING

Food Fit for a Mermaid

SERVICES REAL ESTATE ARTS • CULTURE • DINING • EVENTS • HEALTH • HOME FURNISHINGS • LIVE MUSIC • NIGHTLIFE • REAL ESTATE • SERVICES • SHOPPING • WELLNESS • ARTS • CULTURE • DINING • EVENTS • HEALTH • HOME FURNISHINGS • LIVE MUSIC • NIGHTLIFE • REAL ESTATE • SERVICES • SHOPPING • WELLNESS ARTS • CULTURE • DINING • EVENTS •

From fish ’n chips to baked lobster pastas, the new Crab & Mermaid Fish Shop is an experience to remember and brings the sea to Scottsdale. Fresh and creative recipes from all coastal regions are a part of this extensive traditional yet innovative menu. A raw bar, major entrées and even desserts will make for a memorable and meaningful moment that may just include a mermaid spotting. Happy Hour and a great bar means come with the kids or come to just relax with your favorite cocktail. A must!

Publisher Rick McCartney Editorial Director RaeAnne Marsh

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CRAB & MERMAID FISH SHOP 4218 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 758-4994 crabandmermaid.com

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On the Corner at 56th Street

Coming alive adjacent to the already fun K56 (formerly known as Kitchen 56) is the property that housed the Tim Mitchell’s Christmas Tree lot and is now a drive-thru Starbucks, a Zoyo Neighborhood Yogurt and a Smoothie King. This convenient center is the perfect rendezvous for the local Arcadia set.

56th St. & Indian School Rd., Phoenix

Concert in the Railroad Park

Every Sunday from May through July 3, enjoy a free concert in the park at the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park. Hear a variety of your favorite local bands, from the Groove Merchants to the Southwest Surfers. Food is available for purchase. Concerts are from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. each Sunday. Many of the park’s rides and attractions are open. Kids welcome.

MCCORMICK-STILLMAN RAILROAD PARK 7301 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale (480) 312-2312 therailroadpark.com

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Get Crafty with Fresh, Local Craft Beer Pouring only the best, this locally owned brewery is open to the public, with a tap room that gives off a feeling that you are brewing the beer yourself. Goldwater Brewing Company’s industrial-style ambience sets the mood as beers come from taps of the bright tanks and tap system. Drink up on premises or take one of its 10-plus brands home. Find these beers also at bars, restaurants and resorts thought the Valley.

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biltmore fashion park GOLDWATER BREWING COMPANY 3608 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 350-7305 goldwaterbrewing.com

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COVER STORY

JUNE 2016

Reformed Pilates

Staying Put in Style Vacation? In our vicinity, there’s no place like “home” W Scottsdale

BY BILL KENNEDY

Ever dream of living in a hotel? Imagine, as you’re snuggled deep inside a plush bathrobe while room service rolls to your bedside a tray of fresh oysters and chilled champagne, that going home is not a possibility — because this is home. Fantasy is the business of luxury resorts. Within their walls, guests have the opportunity to experience a part of the world they’ve never seen, and even travel back in time. Six months out of the year, people from all over the world come to our vicinity to experience the fantasies on display in our world-renowned hotels. But what happens the other half of the year, when local temperatures reach triple digits and all those snow birds take flight? Time for us vicinity-dwellers to start living the dream. Do you dream of all-night dance parties and state-of-the-art spa treatments? Consider W Scottsdale, “where you can

Hotel Valley Ho

experience the distinct culture of the country’s most livable city,” says hotel spokesperson Laura McGilley. Besides being in walking distance of downtown’s vibrant nightlife, there are three chic and colorful bars onsite, one of which runs alongside the rooftop pool, where hip-hop luminaries like Lil Jon and Drake play to packed crowds. And what better place to recover after a night on the town than Bliss Spa — which McGilley describes as “a true insider’s escape” — which has specials all summer for Arizona residents. Enjoy innovative treatments set to an R&B soundtrack, culminating in a decadent brownie buffet. History buffs, look no further than Hotel Valley Ho, which was opened in 1956. Called “one of the best-preserved mid-century hotels in the country” by architect Alan Hess, it was designed by Edward Varney, a student of Frank Lloyd

Omni Resort & Spa at Montelucia

Wright. Varney’s use stone and vast expanses of glass creates a bond with surrounding desert. The Valley Ho’s most stunning feature is the seven-story tower that rises from the front lobby, which, according to hotel spokesperson Kristin Heggli, “was in Varney’s original plans,

but wasn’t finished until 2008.” The top of the tower boasts a penthouse suite with views of Camelback Mountain, though “all the rooms at the hotel include a private patio or balcony,” says Heggli. The onsite restaurant, ZuZu Café, does as much as the rest of Ho to bring guests back in time, with its retro furniture and oldschool American grub like mac n’ cheese and meat loaf, prepared by Chris Wiley, crowned one of “America’s Best Hotel Chefs” by the James Beard Foundation. Another slice of our vicinity’s history is the Royal Palms Resort and Spa. If the Valley Ho is big band swing, the Royal Palms has the intimacy and romance of jazz. Once the winter home of a wealthy Chicago financier, the hotel opened to the public in 1948, counting among its first guests Hollywood stars such as Helena Rubenstein and Groucho Marx. Like the fare served at the awardwinning T. Cook’s, the architecture is Mediterranean, a Sicilian villa shaded by flowers, vines and Camelback Mountain. A perfect couple’s retreat, the Royal Palms offers packages that let you and your sweetheart dine privately in one of many Via Cappellos, or lovers’ corners — secluded spots hidden around the resort.

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If the Royal Palms is Italy, then the Omni Resort & Spa at Montelucia is Spain. Its award-winning restaurant, Prado, with its vaulted ceilings, cast-iron adornments and wood-fired oven, offers guests a chance to pull up a seat and dine on tapas prepared by two-star Michelin chef Alex Stratta. The level of execution Stratta brings to the cuisine is mirrored at the Joya Spa. “The jewel of the resort,” where, says hotel spokesperson Chloe Dake, guests can choose a stone or “let a stone choose them.” Each stone represents a different goal the spa

treatment is supposed to help you attain, be it clarity, focus, even romance — all under a domed roof, colored black and alight with artificial stars that float in the same pattern as the night sky in Granada. If burning incense isn’t your thing, take a spin burning rubber on the Montelucia’s Dream Car Tour. “We put you behind the wheel of Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Aston Martins, Bentleys,” says Dake, “and let you drive the local highways and side streets.” These are roads we vicinity-dwellers travel all year ’round. But how often do you get to ride them in the car of your dreams?

Joya Spa at Omni Resort & Spa at Montelucia

Stay, Savor and Save this Summer HOTEL VALLEY HO A shining example of mid-century modern architecture and once a magnet for Hollywood stars, today the hotel offers a chance to go back in time. Experience another era, with mountain views and gourmet comfort food.

Arizona Biltmore

ARIZONA BILTMORE A marvel of mid-century design, the the hotel has a history full of presidents and Hollywood magnates, though it’s far from a relic of the past. The Biltmore continues to provide guests the elegance that has made it a true jewel of the vicinity. Continuing through June 30: Summer rates start at $125 per night. All-inclusive package (starting at $215 per night) includes daily breakfast, lunch and dinner for two, selfparking and the resort fee. 2400 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix (855) 689-2878 • arizonabiltmore.com/special-offers

THE CAMBY With design elements drawn from Arizona’s Five C’s — copper, cotton, citrus, cattle and climate — and situated across the street from shopping and dining mecca Biltmore Fashion Park, this urban boutique hotel offers the bombastic classiness of the Jazz Age.

Continuing through September 30: Summer rates start at $89 per night. The Stay2Play package (starting at $149 per night) includes two welcome drinks, a $50 resort credit and premium Internet service. 6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale (480) 376-2600 • hotelvalleyho.com

JW MARRIOTT CAMELBACK INN Opened in 1936 with the slogan, “Where Time Stands Still,” today the inn maintains its 125 acres of Sonoran Desert and timeless adobe casitas while offering all the amenities travelers expect of a modern resort and spa. Continuing through December 22: Summer rates start at $209 per night. The Made in Arizona spa package (starting at $349 per night) includes breakfast for two, one 60-minute spa treatment per person per day, and other spa amenities. Promo code: SPA. 5402 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale (480) 948-1700 • marriott.com

Omni Resort & Spa at Montelucia

A morning at the Spanish-inspired spa, followed by an evening of tapas and a dip in the adult-only pool — the Montelucia experience gives its guests a taste of life by the sea.

FIRESKY RESORT & SPA Part tropical paradise, with a sandy beach pool and lowhanging palm trees, and part rustic cabin, with vaulted ceilings and cozy fireplaces, FireSky lets its guest chose their own adventure. Continuing through September 30: Summer rates start at $120 per night. The Life Is Brewtiful and Tequila and Tan Lines packages (starting at $125 per night) include beer and margaritas, respectively. 4925 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 945-7666 • fireskyresort.com

One of the top boutique hotels in the country. Mediterranean architecture, lush greenery, tiled fountains and rich history lend the resort an air of sophistication and romance. Continuing through September 30: Summer rates start at $149 per night for the Luxe Lounging package, which includes two welcome cocktails at The Mix Up Bar, two $40 spa credits and a $25 credit to T. Cook’s restaurant. 5200 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 840-3610 • royalpalmssummer.com

THE SAGUARO SCOTTSDALE In brilliant oranges and purples, the bright colors of Arizona wildflowers announce the hotel’s presence on the edge of Old Town, where guests can experience Iron Cheftested Mexican street food and sip Mescal by the pool. Continuing through September 30: Summer rates for Arizona residents start at $79 per night, with 20 percent off food and beverage throughout the stay.

SANCTUARY ON CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN

OMNI SCOTTSDALE RESORT & SPA AT MONTELUCIA

FireSky Resort & Spa

ROYAL PALMS RESORT & SPA

4000 N. Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale (480) 308-1100 • scottsdaleevents@thesaguaro.com

Continuing through June 30: The summer Uptown Dine Around Escape package (starting at $229 per night; available Thursday–Sunday) includes a mountain-view room, dinner for two at the hotel restaurant or neighboring restaurants — including The Gladly and Capital Grille — two cocktails at The Rooftop Pool & Bar and valet parking. 2401 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 468-0700 • thecamby.com

Royal Palms Resort & Spa

Continuing through September 30: Summer rates start at $190 per night, with longer stays that include a third night for free, $50 poolside dining credit and a booklet of discounts. 4949 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale (480) 627-3200 • omnihotels.com/hotels/Scottsdale-montelucia

THE PHOENICIAN The mother of all our vicinity’s resorts, The Phoenician sits on 250 acres, with 11 restaurants, nine swimming pools and four tennis courts, along with a 27-hole USGA championship golf course. Luxury without limits.

The spa is contemporary and the chef Food Networkfamous, though most of what Sanctuary has to offer is outdoors. From the resort’s perch, nestled into the side of Camelback Mountain, guests can experience the desert’s natural beauty on hikes and hot air balloon rides. Continuing through September 30: Summer rates start at $207 per night with a minimum 14-day advance purchase. The Spa Harmony package (starting at $392 per night, with three-night minimum) includes three nights in a casita; daily breakfast for two at Elements or from room service; and two 60-minute spa treatments, including gratuity. 5700 E. McDonald Dr., Paradise Valley (480) 948-2100 • sanctuaryoncamelback.com

W SCOTTSDALE A truly urban experience, where eclectic design meets close proximity to Scottsdale’s bustling nightlife. The rooftop pool hosts parties with jet-setting DJs and nationally renowned hip-hop artists.

Continuing through August 31: Summer rates start at $169 per night.

Continuing through September 30: Summer rates for Arizona residents start at $179 per night (20 percent off the best available rate), which include two drink tickets, free Wi-Fi, and 20 percent off at Sushi Roku and Bliss Spa. Promo code: AZRES.

6000 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale (480) 941-8200 • luxurycollection.com

7277 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale (480) 970-2100 • wscottsdalehotel.com

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Go and Get for Dad

A Father’s Day geography of gift buying BY MIKE HUNTER

Fit for a king! Dad knows best! Wait ’til father gets home! These are what dad wants to hear around Father’s Day. But

about the garage, from new tools or yard equipment to car detail kits and shelving. This area means dads get to get away

the question is, what does Dad want for Father’s Day? One would think that Mom would be the hardest to buy for, but it turns out, it is good ol’ Dad. So some gifts to consider really are best thought of when you break them down by geography. It’s about the backyard barbecue — all sorts of utensils, grill covers, grill cleaners or even various foods and marinades are the perfect gift for this dad. From patio lounge chairs to that perfect new nursery gift card, dads who love the backyard will love the outdoor gifts. How about the garage — the family cannot go wrong if Dad is a real car buff or handyman. For this dad, it is all

and work on their favorite projects and become one with their new gift. Dad’s closet is an Eden for gift ideas. Yes, the typical tie and dress shirt combo is always a welcome gift, but what about a shoeshine kit or a great pair of black or tan shoes for Dad? From cuff links to a new bow tie for his tux — Dad will delight in those essentials that make him look sharp. Finally, the bar — dads love to get away and enjoy their favorite drink. From a great set of beer mugs to his favorite liquor, that family won’t go wrong if they please Dad with something that will certainly go straight to his head.

Give the Gift Here are some special items you may not have thought of:

THE CHILLSNER

HARRY’S SHAVE KIT

Anyone who loves an icecold beer will love the only in-bottle, drink-through beer chiller. Just freeze the Chillsner®, insert into any bottled beer, press firmly to create an airtight seal, and enjoy. Respect the beer. Keep it cool to the last sip. $16.99

Just for Father’s Day, this kit includes your choice of foaming gel or shave cream, a limited edition Winston Razor Handle, razor stand, three German-engineered shave cartridges and a travel blade. $40

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MVMT LEATHER WATCH Dad loves to be asked what time it is, and the MVMT watch line is an affordable and reliable brand that Dad will love. Many styles to choose from, and price ranges from $95 to $140. mvmtwatches.com

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Museum of the West: Where It’s Cool to Explore Photos courtesy Rees Candee (left), Hart M. Schultz (right)

Getting “out and about” in the summer means finding a great indoor attraction BY RAEANNE MARSH

Scottsdale boasts itself “the West’s most western town,” but its newest museum has a much broader scope. Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, on the outskirts of Scottsdale’s Old Town, celebrates that vast region generations worldwide have romanticized: the American West. There’s a marvelous array of public art, from the sidewalk designs to the standing

During the summer, everything cool is inside. In fact, chills will likely run down your spine at first sight of the gleaming silver and hand-tooled leather on the elaborate parade saddle — by famed Hollywood artisan Edward H. Bohlin — at one end of the entrance foyer. With a strong focus on fine art, Museum of the West displays paintings and bronzes by premier artists. These

sculptures to the building’s architecture itself, but go ahead and save that for when you visit during the cooler months.

include ongoing exhibitions “Courage and Crossroads: A Visual Journey through the Early American West,” with paintings by

Thomas Moran, “gold tone” photographs by Edward S. Curtis and Pueblo pottery as well as objects associated with Kit Carson; and “Confluence of Cultures in the American West: A Selection of Contemporary Artists from the Peterson Collection” presenting iconic Western images such as mountain men, American Indians, cavalry and settlers, and, of course, buffalo. Movie buffs can delight in the collection of movie posters that line the walls of the orientation theater. Those looking for memorabilia of the West won’t be disappointed, either. Showcased within a set straight out of an old Western movie is everything from hats to spurs, including chaps in an amazing textural variety, sheriff’s badges and handcuffs, saloon gambler paraphernalia, and a seeming forest of saddles. Interactive pieces include creatively themed games, such as a Chutes & Ladders, Western landscape version, that contribute to the museum’s goal of immersing guests in the essence of the American West — which it achieves to such an extent that, barely one year after opening, Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West became an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution. WESTERN SPIRIT: SCOTTSDALE’S MUSEUM OF THE WEST 3830 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale scottsdalemuseumwest.org

(480) 800-3000 THE FUN CONTINUES NEXT DOOR.

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9500 E. Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256 NE corner of Loop 101 & Via de Ventura

Western Spirit Special Exhibition “Lone Wolf (Hart M. Schultz): Cowboy, Actor & Artist” (upcoming opening June 21 and running through August 31) features a selection of paintings, sculptures, illustrated books and ephemera by a man whose life bridged the cultures of his Blackfeet Indian mother and his white father, prolific Western book writer James Willard Schultz. In addition to illustrating at least one of his father’s books, Lone Wolf shared his personal knowledge of his tribe and experience of the West in art rendered in bronze and on canvas. Distinguished for his ability to portray the transformations of the American West during the first half of the 20th as he lived through the period from the time of free-roaming buffalo prized as a vital resource to Native peoples to the first man on the moon, Lone Wolf also experienced first-hand two of the most romanticized occupations: a cowboy on the open range, and a screen actor in early silent films.

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EVENTS

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June Diversions

Highlighted events right here in our vicinity

Live Music: Chad Bailey Fri., June 3; Thurs., June 16 5:30p – 9:30p The Camby’s Artizen Crafted American Kitchen and Bar presents live music along with offering signature drinks and an extensive wine list.

The Camby – Artizen Crafted American Kitchen and Bar 2401 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 522-6655 • thecamby.com

Old Town Farmers Market Sat., June 4 & 11 • 8:00a – 1:00p

Live Band Karaoke w/Zona Road Wed., June 1, 8, 22 & 29 9:30p – 12:00p

Sing your favorite songs with a full band behind you.

Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row 4420 N. Saddlebag Trail, Scottsdale (480) 945-4200 • dierkswhiskeyrow.com

Scottsdale ArtWalk

Thurs., June 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30 7:00p – 9:00p You’ll find special treats along the ArtWalk route on the streets of beautiful downtown Scottsdale. ArtWalk is free and takes place every Thursday in the Downtown Arts District. 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale (480) 312-3111 • scottsdalegalleries.com

26th Season of Winemaker Dinners Thurs., June 2 6:30p – 9:00p

Featured: Sequoia Grove / Cambium Cabernet Sauvignon. The winemaker dinners are an epicurean adventure that combine innovative gourmet dining and acclaimed wines. In addition to the carefully paired menus, a representative from each featured winery will share tales of harvesting celebrated wines.

Arizona Biltmore – Wright’s at The Biltmore 2400 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix (602) 955-6600 arizonabiltmore.com

Now in its fifth year, this lively, familyfriendly market features local growers and specialty food producers. Wellmannered pets welcome.

Scottsdale Downtown 3806 N. Brown Ave., Scottsdale (623)848-1234 arizonafarmersmarkets.com

Strong and Safe Women’s Self Defense Seminar Sun., June 5 • 1:00p – 4:00p

Women’s Self Defense for women and teenagers. The best defense against attack is knowledge. Find out what you need to know to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Bricks Studio 4550 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix (602) 300-1401 • strongandsafeaz.com

Live Music: Rock Lobster/ Retro 80s Sun., June 5 7:30p – 9:00

Part of the free Sunday concert series. Bring your own blanket or chair. Food available for purchase.

McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park 7301 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale (480) 312-3212 • therailroadpark.com

Live Music: Ronnie Winters Thurs., June 9 6:30p – 9:30p

With an extensive wine bar and complete kitchen, serving a wide array of simple, flavorful food at moderate prices in an atmosphere that is comfortable and warm, 5th and Wine presents live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

5th and Wine 7051 E. 5th Ave., Scottsdale (480) 699-8001 • 5thandwine.com

*All events are subject to change

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Sketching in the Galleries

for a brief tour of the exhibitions, capped off by a mimosa toast in the James Turrell Skyspace.

Father’s Day Beer Brunch

Bring your sketchpads and pencils to SMoCA for a rewarding experience, sketching in the exhibition Sama Alshaibi: Silsila. Join in guided sketching activities or sketch on your own. No experience necessary and all ages welcome.

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art

Celebrate Dad with Father’s Day Beer Brunch at T. Cook’s, featuring a harvest brunch and a special feature with San Tan Brewing Company.

Thurs., June 9 6:30p – 8:30p

7374 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale (480) 874-4666 smoca.org

Bam Bam Bits! Creating Music with Drums and Electronics Workshop

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art 7374 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale (480) 874-4666 smoca.org

Sat., June 11 2:00p – 4:00p

One of the Nathaniel Lewis Presents: The Catacombs of Professor McGee! summer 2016 exhibition workshops from Scottsdale Public Art. This workshop introduces young people to the art of making music with drums, percussion, electronics and everyday objects, a.k.a. “found sounds.” It opens with a mini-performance by experimental music duo “Rules of Play” (Lisa Tolentino and Robert Esler), followed by hands-on activities building different kinds of instruments. It concludes with a final mini-performance with everyone using the instruments and music they have created.

Live Music: The Ferrari Band Fri., June 10 & 17 7:00p – 11:00p

Enjoy the soothing sounds of featured jazz, pop, country and R&B vocalist while savoring small plates complemented by Jade Bar’s signature cocktails and extensive wine selection.

*All events are subject to change

Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa – Jade Bar 5700 E. McDonald Dr., Paradise Valley (480) 624-0105 sanctuaryoncamelback.com

SMoCAsana: Nicole Ballantyne Sat., June 11 10:30a – 1:00p

Gallery @ The Library Scottsdale Civic Center

Join instructor Nicole Ballantyne for SMoCAsana, an all-levels, 60-minute yoga flow class in the SMoCA Lounge. Following the class, accompany Curator of Programming Peter Bugg

Royal Palms Resort & Spa – T. Cook’s 5200 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 808-0766 • tcooksphoenix.com

Live Music: Brian Chartrand

Mighty Mud Mania

Thurs., June 23 5:30p – 9:30p

Sat., June 11 7:30a – 1:00p

The Camby’s Artizen Crafted American Kitchen and Bar presents live music along with offering signature drinks and an extensive wine list.

Mighty Mud Mania offers muddy obstacles for people of all ages and ability levels — including non-muddy activities for those who prefer not to get muddy! The event includes “The Original Mud Obstacle Course,” a footrace for 7- to 12-year-olds, with obstacles and mud pits as deep as five feet to run, jump and crawl through. Similar but more challenging, the Extreme Course is for 13 years and older. The “Mini Mud Course” is for children 4 to 6 years old. And new this year, “The Mud Nursery” will provide fun for children ages 1 to 3. Those 6 and under can also participate in “Mudville,” a “town” designed for a mighty, muddy good time. The event also includes inflatable water slides and activities, food vendors, open play mud pits, sponsor area — and wash stations.

The Camby – Artizen Crafted American Kitchen and Bar 2401 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 522-6655 • thecamby.com

Live Music: Coach Taylor Thurs., June 30 6:30p – 9:30p

5th and Wine

3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale (480) 874-4645 scottsdalepublicart.org

SPOTLIGHT

Sun., June 19 10:00a – 3:00p

7051 E. 5th Ave., Scottsdale (480) 699-8001 5thandwine.com

Chaparral Park 5401 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale (480) 312-0205 recreation.scottsdaleaz.gov

WHISKEY THURSDAYS Every Thursday from 5 to 7pm.

HALF PRICE WINE BOTTLES You pick! Sundays starting at 3pm.

MONDAY NIGHT CHEF’S TABLE

WINE WEDNESDAYS

Four courses of exclusive off-menu dishes. Featuring a new winery every month.

Every Wednesday from 5 to 7pm.

COOL REDUX HAPPY HOUR Every weekday from 4 to 7pm.

BEER MASTER SERIES Presented by the featured brewery’s Brew Master. Every month, on a Thursday night.

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SHOPS & SERVICES

JUNE 2016

SHOPS & SERVICES LISTINGS IN OUR VICINITY

Arizona Hiking Shack Long-running store with clothing, supplies and gear for hiking, camping and other outdoor activities. 3244 E. Thomas Rd., Phoenix (602) 944-7723 hikingshack.com

Babette Elegant and artfully designed luxurious clothes for discerning women. Easy care and travel-friendly, effortless style has never looked so good.

Ride, Ride, Ride Whether you’re looking for the up-close-and-personal tour experience of a guided walking tour or an exciting mechanized zip-zip-zip ride around the city sidewalks, Segway of Scottsdale delivers two hours of fun through Old Town Scottsdale. Start off with some quick training on the Segway, for the uninitiates, then it’s off along the canal and historic streets lined with cool restaurants and bars, great art and upscale galleries, hot shopping opportunities and inviting parks — with mics and earbuds connecting you to your knowledgeable guide to regale you with the pioneer history and colorful local lore. —RaeAnne Marsh

David Yurman

Ralph Lauren

Retailer of fine jewelry, offering the designer’s own pieces, including a signature cable bracelet.

Luxury men’s and women’s clothing, children’s and baby clothes, home and bedding collections.

7014 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (480) 444-2920 davidyurman.com

2502 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 952-0155 ralphlauren.com

DryBar A brand new “blow dry bar” concept created around a very simple idea: No cuts. No color. Just blowouts!

Saks Fifth Avenue Posh department store chain carrying designer apparel, shoes and accessories, plus home goods and more.

3172 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (480) 607-5064 • thedrybar.com

7051 E. 5th Ave., Scottsdale (480) 947-2450 shopbabette.com

Escada

Carter’s Men Clothing

2550 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 224-0336 • escada.com

The world of modern elegance around fashion, fragrance and accessories.

2446 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale (602) 955-8000 saksfifthavenue.com

urbAna

5045 N. 44th St., Scottsdale (602) 952-8646 cartersmensclothing.com

Clothing retailer offering trendy apparel, swimwear and accessories for teenage girls.

A sophisticated selection of entertaining-ware and accessories with a subtle urban sensibility.

The Clotherie

7144 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale (480) 556-6900 garageboutique.com

2027 N 44th St., Phoenix (602) 957-5066 urbanashop.com

Louis Vuitton

The Willows

Luxury brand known for signature monogrammed handbags and luggage, plus chic apparel.

Luxury furniture, home décor and apparel in an elegant boutique with a country French feel.

7014 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale (480) 946-1700 louisvuitton.com

3743 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix (602) 334-1345 willowhomeandgarden.com

Clothing store selling menswear classics, including suits, plus shoes and accessories, since 1984.

SEGWAY OF SCOTTSDALE

This high-end men’s clothing store established in 1969 carries casual, business and formal apparel.

7330 E. Earll Dr., Scottsdale (480) 306-4801 segwayofscottsdale.com

2502 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 956-8600 theclotherie.com

Garage Boutique

The Village Advantage Looking for the best group fitness classes in the Valley? Become a Village member, where you can experience Barre, Zumba and

Boot Camp Classes

as well as yoga, Pilates, indoor cycling, tennis, and swimming.

Multiple studios with experienced instructors all under one roof. villageclubs.com Camelback Village Racquet & Health Club 4444 East Camelback Road Phoenix, AZ 85018

Call 602.840.6412

to ask about a complimentary visit.

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Outside Refreshed

A new look for your home hangout

STAY INFORMED

BY BILL KENNEDY

Homeowners in our vicinity are looking outward. This means their backyards, of course, but the area getting the most buzz is up front. “The biggest trend I’ve seen is the front courtyard,” says Michael Gilson, owner of Arcadia Design Build. “People in Arcadia want that neighborhood feel. Hanging out in front gives them that.” That means plenty of seating, often around a fireplace or water feature. Shade structures and armadas are also moving from the backyard to the front. Even full outdoor kitchens have been making appearances on courtyards all over the vicinity. The style depends on the home, says Gilson. “You have to match it to your home. If your home is contemporary, then steel and vibrant colors are what you’ll

want. More classical design pairs better with brick and stone.” “Arcadians are definitely into the color,” says Roger Booth, owner of All Care Horticultural Services. Whereas in other parts of the Valley, desert landscaping is all the rage, flowers are definitely what’s in in our vicinity. “Lady Banks are really popular right now. They’re a small rose that comes in a lot of different colors. They give a lawn a lot of pop. Best part is, they can climb walls.” Another popular flower is a type of Tecoma bell called “Sparky.” “It blooms maroon and gold — ASU colors,” says Booth. Pick your best time of day, but it’s always a great season to enjoy your outside spaces.

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READ CLICK LIKE All Care Horticultural Services, LLC “A lot of people think you have to water your grass every day,” says Roger Booth, owner of All Care. “We do the opposite.” In a desert climate prone to drought, this is a valuable lesson. All Care uses a custom fertilizer blend from a local company named Fertizona because, as Booth says, “it’s better adapted to the climate than the stuff you’re going to find at any big-box hardware store.” 1731 E. Yukon Dr., Phoenix (602) 437-1500 • (602) 541-1513 allcarehorticulturalservices.com

Arcadia Design Build, LLC The importance of providing clients with an accurate rendering of a project is not lost on owner Michael Gilson. “Oftentimes, people have to take loans to complete these projects. If we finish construction and some aspect isn’t exactly what they wanted, it’s not like it’s easy to just get another loan.” For this reason, Gilson uses Chief Architect, a design software that makes 3-D designs quick and easy. 2500 E. Thomas Rd., Phoenix (602) 577-5005 arcadiadb.com

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DINING

JUNE 2016

DID YOU KNOW? Considering that “LGO” stands for “La Grande Orange” …

Buck &Rider

Deviled Crab Dip This house signature dish is made with red potatoes, sliced watermelon radish, and biscuit crackers (glutenfree and house-made). $12

Down-under in our backyard BY MIKE HUNTER

The intriguingly named eatery at the bustling intersection of Camelback and 44th Street looks like a transplant from another time and place — for good reason, too. Built from the ground up by the same people who give us Chelsea’s Kitchen, Buck &Rider was inspired by a beach house in a coastal town in Australia. A unique concept that brings the sea to the dining table, this fun-vibe space is at once open and cozy, fresh and simple in a comfortably casual atmosphere. There’s nothing casual about the service, though — it’s impeccable. The wave of fresh seafood includes a raw bar and sushi, among other culinary delights — all the freshest ingredients and combinations of tastes that will please the most discerning coastal culinary enthusiast. Try the Seafood Bar for the freshest of oysters, Gulf shrimp, Alaskan king crab and stone crab claws, with your choice of cocktail sauce, mignonette, cognac mustard sauce, Thai dipping sauce or horseradish.

Or sit outside at LGO Hospitality’s de rigueur patio and enjoy such classics as New England clam chowder, which is a creamy and well-seasoned rendition. There are unique dishes that will quickly become local favorites and classics in their own right. The Spicy #1 Tuna Tostadas are made with rustic escabeche, avocado and jalapeños. Also headed for prime time is the Seaweed Superfood Salad, a three-seaweed blend tossed with cucumbers, avocado and macadamia nuts in a light sesame dressing. It is light and very good for the soul. And the name, you ask? Buck &Rider (no, that’s not a typo) refers to the term crab fishermen have for — you should have guessed — mating crabs. Buck &Rider is open for lunch and dinner. BUCK &RIDER 4225 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 346-0110 buckandrider.com

J&G Steakhouse Scottsdale // The Phoenician 6000 East Camelback Road. Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480.214.8000 // reservations@jgsteakhousescottsdale.com www.jgsteakhousescottsdale.com // @jgsteakhousescottsdale

Your Money or Your Life One of the more popular cocktail choices, this is made with Old Forester Bourbon, Bénédictine, Combier and orange bitters. $11

Old-time Phoenicians may take this for granted, but newcomers may wonder about Phoenix’s idiosyncrasy of painting the trunks of citrus trees. Well, citrus trees share a trait with us humans — being susceptible to sunburn. When young citrus plants are pruned as trees rather than left to grow naturally as shrubs, the small canopy that’s left provides scant shade and their thinbarked trunks need to be protected from sunburn. So, to protect trees and ensure the fruit develops juicy and sweet, the trunks are painted with a non-oil-based white trunk paint.

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NIGHTLIFE

Do You Fancy a Fancy Drink?

Café Monarch

Hillstone

Richardson’s

AZ88

Classy New American café featuring a market-driven fixed-price menu plus a butterfly garden.

Upscale chain eatery featuring sushi along with steak, seafood and pasta; great bar area both inside and patio.

Restaurant with a big menu of New Mexican entrées and small plates, some peppered with green chiles.

Trendy, contemporary bar and eatery featuring American staples, DJ-spun tunes weekly, and a large patio.

6934 E. 1st Ave., Scottsdale (480) 970-7682 cafemonarch.com

Christopher’s French-inspired bistro fare is served at this upscale mall spot with modern décor and an open kitchen. 2502 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 522-2344 christophersaz.com

Citizens Public House Upscale gastropub turning out creative New American recipes complemented by craft beers and cocktails. 7111 E. 5th Ave., Scottsdale (480) 398-4208 citizenpublichouse.com

The Grind Neighborhood bar and eatery featuring coal-oven-baked burgers and sandwiches in sleek, modern environs. 3961 E Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 954-7463 thegrindaz.com

2650 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 957-9700 hillstonerestaurant.com

6335 N. 16th Street, Phoenix (602) 265-5886 richardsonsnm.com

Stingray Sushi

Houston’s

Luxe, modern sushi lounge offering inventive cocktails and Latin-infused Japanese dishes.

Upscale chain eatery featuring steak, seafood and pasta alongside specialty cocktails.

2502 E Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 955-2008 stingraysushi.com

6113 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 922-7775 hillstone.com/houstons

Veneto Trattoria

Papi Chulos Mexican Grill & Cantina Homey restaurant for Mexican fare, including Central and Sonoran recipes, plus comedy and poker nights. 5101 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 543-1043 papichuloscantina.com

Casual, Old World trattoria featuring Venetian specialties, an extensive wine list and a patio. 6137 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 948-9928 venetotrattoria.com

The Whining Pig

Nice little bar with games to play. The vibe is great and the beers are mostly local.

Great wine and beer selection from Coors to Four Peaks, excellent happy hour prices, outstanding service.

3730 E Indian School Rd., Phoenix (602) 795-9910 facebook.com/pigsmeow

1612 E. Bethany Home Rd., Phoenix (602) 633-2134 thewhiningpig.com

The Pig’s Meow

7353 E. Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale (480) 994-5576 az88.com

How decadently summer it feels to indulge in one of those exotic, frou-frou concoctions that transport you to an island paradise, complete with umbrella. ARTIZEN CRAFTED AMERICAN KITCHEN & BAR 2401 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 522-6655 • thecamby.com THE BEVERLY 7018 E. Main St., Scottsdale (480) 889-5580 • thebeverly.us CRUDO

MercBar Phoenix Swanky, romantic destination for cocktails and light snacks served to a dressed-up crowd. 2525 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 508-9449 mercbar.com

Chic lounge at the Royal Palms Resort known for its seasonal ingredients and tequila/mezcal selection. 5200 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 977-6458 royalpalmshotel.com/themixupbar

Historic saloon offering live country music, peanut shells underfoot, and a Tex-Mex and American menu. 7245 E. Main St., Scottsdale (480) 425-7787 rustyspursaloon.com

DAKOTA BAR 7301 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale (480) 361-1030 • dakotabar.com EVO

The Mix Up Bar

Rusty Spur Saloon

3603 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix (602) 358-8666 • crudoaz.com

4175 N. Goldwater Blvd. Scottsdale (480) 265-9814 • evoscottsdale.com MAYA DAY + NIGHTCLUB 7333 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale (480) 625-0528 • mayaclubaz.com THE TAVERN 3209 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 955-7730 • tarbellstavern.com TEN HANDCRAFTED AMERICAN FARE & SPIRITS 2501 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 374-2611 • tenfareandspirits.com WINK24 2502 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 954-5278 • wink24.net

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