OCTOBER 2012 NORTH CENTRAL NEWS by Christine McLennan

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Sinema, Parker face off Nov. 6 By Teri Carnicelli Phoenix residents will have the unique opportunity on Nov. 6 to elect a candidate to represent them in Washington, D.C., as part of a brand-new district formed in Arizona just this year. Arizona’s Congressional District 9 is a new district that comprises the Phoenix neighborhoods of Sunnyslope, the Biltmore and Arcadia as well as Ahwatukee, all of Tempe and parts of Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler and Paradise Valley. Democrat Kyrsten Sinema will face off against Republican Vernon Parker for the honor of being the first to representative this new district. Both have similar personal backgrounds yet widely different views on the issues facing the state and the country. To read their full platforms and positions, visit their campaign websites, which are listed later in this article. In the meantime, here’s a glimpse of who they are and what they hope to accomplish if elected.

Jo Ann Bauer (in purple shirt, facing right), a Master Holy Yoga instructor, teaches a class Saturday mornings at Living Streams Church in Phoenix (photo by Teri Carnicelli).

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Kyrsten Sinema, 36, was born and raised in Tucson. She has lived in Central Phoenix since 1999. She has served as State Senator for Legislative District 15 (2011-2012), State Representative for Dist. 15 (2005-2010), and Assistant Minority Leader for the Arizona House of Representatives (2009-2010). She

Jo Ann Bauer prepares for her students each Saturday morning by making sure her music is ready, her laptop is ready … and her Bible is close at hand. Bauer, a former TV news anchor from Wisconsin, took a dramatic change in her life a few years ago, first by moving to the Phoenix area and second by leaving the frantic pace of television news behind and becoming a Master Holy Yoga instructor instead. While she admits that financially it has been a struggle, she says the benefits that she has gained emotionally, physical and spiritually are immeasurable. Bauer teaches a Holy Yoga class at Living Streams Church, 7000 N. Central Ave., each Saturday morning at 8:30 a.m. The class is free but donations are welcome. You don’t have to be a member of the congregation to attend; in fact, you don’t even have to be a Christian. “I’ve had Buddhists, I’ve had people of the Jewish faith, and I’ve even had people who aren’t sure they believe in God,” Bauer says. “We get that it’s not going to be for everyone but all are still welcome.” Don’t imagine that this yoga class is more prayer

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and less of workout. Students often leave sweating after the hour-long class. “When we practice, we focus on the word of God,” Bauer explains. “It’s like Bible study but with strenuous movement.” Bauer tries to pick a theme for each class, reading from the Bible or from notes on her laptop, and often sharing personal anecdotes related to the theme. She’s also in the mix, doing the stretches and poses along with her students. Many times the room goes quiet except for the contemporary Christian music being piped over the sound system. please see YOGA on page 10

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WESD seeking a capital override By Patty Talahongva It’s still a tough economy for most folks, yet supporters of a capital override for the Washington Elementary School District (WESD) say they are confident voters will recognize the benefits of what their extra $61 a year in property taxes will mean to the 23,000 students in the district. The $55 million override will come before voters living in the WESD boundaries on the Nov. 6 ballot. Without such improvements as updated software and wireless tablets for students, WESD parents and educators question how students will be properly taught and prepared for high school and beyond. There’s also the frustration of having the current antiquated computers crash on a near regular basis, according to some WESD officials. Without upgraded software, teachers also are limited on what programs they can run or access. Sandy Mendez-Benson is the chairwoman for Invest in Education, a political action committee originally formed in 2010 to campaign for the Maintenance and Operation Override as well as a bond the district was requesting for building maintenance. Both passed, and now the group hopes voters will pass this new request. It calls for $7.8 million a year for seven years, and that

money will help get schools in the district up to speed in this digital age. Jill Hicks is a member of the committee but also an employee of the school district, where she serves as the Community Outreach specialist. She works on the override effort during her off hours. Hicks says social media is playing a strong part in the committee’s effort to get the word out. Besides a website (www.investineducationaz.com) where citizens can get detailed information on the capital override, they’ve also set up a Facebook page (www.facebook. com/investineducationaz) and the information also is listed on the WESD website (www.wesdschools.org). If approved, the funds would be used to purchase, among other things, six fixed computers in each kindergarten through second-grade classroom and wireless computing devices for every third through eighth grader. Each classroom also would be equipped with a smart board, which interacts with a computer and a projector.

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CORRECTION There was a misprint in last month’s issue of the North Central News. The Pioneers’ Cemetery Association is not hosting a morning walking tour on Sunday, Oct. 21. We apologize for the confusion. For more information, call 602-534-1262 or visit www.azhistcemeteries.org.

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will be enclosed in a new bell tower architectural feature, it will not contribute in a measurable way to the deterioration of the area or contribute to lowering of property values.â&#x20AC;? The NCPHA, in a letter opposing the use permit sent to Stephenson prior to his Aug. 30 ruling, stated that their research showed there currently are more than 50 cell towers located within a 4-mile radius of the church, although it did no specify which cellular provider owned which structures. In addition, NCPHA President Mary Crozier pointed out that while the church has a legal right to build a steeple, â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is just a cell tower hiding in steeple clothing.â&#x20AC;? The size of the triangular tower will be 14 feet at the base and 65-feet tall and will house 12 antennas. The adjacent electrical cabinet will be approximately 22 feet long, 10 feet wide with an 8-foot high wall. There was some indication in the use permit that AT&T or the church might ask for future leasing sites of a similar purpose. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The vague suggestion of future cell towers in this one location is disconcerting,â&#x20AC;? Crozier wrote in her letter on behalf of the NCPHA. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What

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allowances for other cell companies are parts of this use permit? This is a church in a residential area, zoned R110, not an industrial land site.” Of perhaps greatest concern to the NCPHA and some area homeowners was the potential negative health impact on the preschool population housed at Crossroads Church. The NCPHA submitted several articles recounting the growing concern relating to the health and safety impact of cell towers. “The construction of this tower may force this preschool to evaluate whether its leasehold interest has been damaged by this placement and consider whether it is being constructively evicted and forced to relocate to a ‘safer location,’” the letter states. “It appears the EMF exposure will be greatest over the school and playground.” After various internal and business issues caused a slowdown in AT&T’s plans to add cell towers in Phoenix, the company now seems to be on track to install towers in order to improve its service and stay competitive. Two towers were approved in the last few months in far north Phoenix. To learn when the Crossroads Church appeal will come before the Board of Adjustment, visit www.phoenix.gov, click on “City Government,” then select “Boards and Commissions,” then “Get a Board or Commission Meeting Agenda.” Or, call the City Clerk’s office at 602-262-6811. Comments either in favor or opposed to the cell tower at Crossroads should be sent to Board of Adjustment Secretary Mary L. Brown no later than 10 days prior to the hearing. Call her at 602-495-7029 or e-mail her at Mary.L.Brown@phoenix.gov. Reference case number ZA-166-12 in all correspondence.

Legislative District 28 candidate forums set Legislative District 28 candidates will present their views on education at a forum beginning at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 8, in the Arcadia High School auditorium, 4703 E. Indian School Road. The forum will be moderated by Steve Goldstein of “Here and Now” on KJZZ-FM (NPR) and is co-hosted by Citizens’ Advisory Madison Committee and Scottsdale Parent Council. Candidates Eric Shelley (D) and Adam Driggs (R) are competing for one senate seat and Kate Brophy McGee (R), Eric Meyer (D) and Amanda Reeve (R) are competing for two house seats. Legislative District 28 includes North Central and Northeast Phoenix and parts of Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 602-371-8975. Another candidate forum for Legislative District 28 is set for Tuesday, Oct. 16, in the Scottsdale Unified School District Education Center’s Board Room, 3811 N. 44th St. The candidate forum, sponsored by Children’s Action Alliance and St. Luke’s Health Initiatives, will focus on critical policy issues such as healthcare, education, child care and support for children and families. The House candidates will begin the discussion at 6 p.m., followed by Senate candidates at 7:15 p.m. Note that all candidates have been invited but not all have confirmed their attendance. Audience members will have an opportunity to submit written questions and meet the candidates before and after the forum. For more information, visit www.azchildren.org.

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Dozens of members and friends of the Arizona Clay Association have spent the last several months crafting thousands of handmade ceramic bowls, carefully shaping them, glazing them and firing them in a blazing hot kiln, with each one being unique from the other. North Central artist Kurt Stickler, owner of Clayface Ceramics in the Melrose District, alone made more than 300 of the both practical and decorative bowls. Each one was made with artistry and with compassion—destined for a very good cause. All of the bowls will be donated to the 22nd Annual Empty Bowls Event, set for 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, in the grotto area of the Arizona Center, 400 E. Van Buren, and Saturday, Oct. 13, at the AJ’s Fine Foods located at 5017 N. Central Ave. The Arizona Clay Association also will host a ceramics boutique at the events with gift items available for purchase ranging from $15 to $500. The Empty Bowls Event is presented by Waste Not, dedicated to collecting and distributing perishable food to a diverse network of agencies in the Valley that feed the hungry. Most of the bowls will be available for a $12 donation. Sam’s Café will fill purchased bowls with the equivalent of what a homeless person eats in one day. Patrons keep the commemorative bowl as a reminder that someone else’s bowl is always empty. Marjon Ceramics in Phoenix has

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donated 63,750 pounds of clay to this event worth $32,000 over the last 12 years. This year raw material also was donated by sponsor Laguna Clay. The Arizona Clay Association hopes to contribute 4,000 bowls to this year’s event. The purchase of one bowl provides 75 meals for the hungry. For more information about the Arizona Clay Association or volunteering for this event, contact Lee Carroll at 623875-9309 or lee@claybabe.net For more information about Waste Not, visit http://www.wastenotaz.org.

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The Lieb Group Appraisal insights Happy Birthday to my son Sean, who was 23 on Sept. 11, and my daughter Juliann, who will be 21 on Oct. 15. I asked John Fournier, an appraiser who lives in North Central, to give me some insight this month on the challenges that buyers and sellers are experiencing with the failure of some sales appraising. An appraisal to a lender for a refinance or a sale is the same value definition. The difference is that for a sale appraisal, the contract is reviewed and analyzed by the appraiser with results of the analysis reported within the appraisal AND the property has gone through a market test with buyers analyzing the pros and cons of the property relative to the competition and thereby offering and negotiating a price based on this process. In many cases, the appraised value and contract price are relatively close as the appraisal should mirror or reflect the market reaction(s) to the property’s attributes and flaws. The refinance appraisal goes through the same process of market analysis of the pros and cons, although there could be more frustration from the borrower, as they have not been subject to the pros and cons analysis recently and have only read in the newspaper that prices are jumping. What the homeowner does not see in the report is that the MEDIAN price is increasing. This increase in median price is partly impacted by a few things; 1) there are fewer REO and short sales on the lower end, 2) there are more “fix then flip” or remodeled homes on the upper end, 3) there has been some appreciation, although not at the level of the median price increase and 4) the reduced inventory level, pent-up demand

and impatient buyers has caused some escalation in pricing that is not supported through normal appreciation rates. Lastly, the market value definition is the “most probable price” the property should bring in a fair and open market, not the “highest price.” This is where much of the frustration of the borrower comes in. Sometimes an appraised value does not support the purchase price and the appraiser is fully aware that the appraisal will be highly scrutinized by all parties when that value just doesn’t come in. I can assure you that when the appraised value and sales price shows a marked variance, the appraiser most likely double-checked all of the data. The appraiser’s data may not have been able to support all of the appreciation the buyer and seller considered or the square footage that was marketed by the agent or reflected by the assessor did not measure out once the appraiser taped the house or that the available sales and listings just did not ferret out a similar conclusion. If adamant, the buyer can request another appraisal through the lender, submit data for an original appraisal reconsideration, the contract price can be renegotiated or the buyer can come up with more cash to acquire the residence. In conclusion, when the market is erratic or fluctuating, the appraiser is usually more diligent in their analysis as they are subject to increased underwriting and peer review.

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Real Food Community Tour comes to Phoenix Celebrate the ways that Phoenix is moving towards a more healthy, affordable and sustainable food system during a free event set for Wednesday, Oct. 24. The Real Food Community Tour starts at 2 p.m. at Garden of Tomorrow, 1825 E. Broadway Road, where Darren Chapman will give a presentation on the Tiger Mountain Foundation and its purposes, and the contribution that community gardens make to neighborhoods, health, economies, life skills, and communities as a whole. There also will be various displays by the Maricopa County Cooperative Extension on gardening and other related topics. The event continues from 3 to 8 p.m. at Crossroads United Methodist Church, 7901 N. Central Ave., host of the Central Farmers Market on Saturdays, which will be in full swing on this special Wednesday evening. Enjoy demonstrations by local gardening experts, farmers, dietitians, chefs and more, as well as giveaways to the first 250 people. Seminars will take place on

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Billboard decision heads to hearing A proposal to change the standard billboard located at 4711 N. 7th St. to a two-sided digital billboard was blocked by a city of Phoenix zoning administrator in early August. CBS Outdoor, owner of the billboard, has filed an appeal of that ruling and will appear before the Board of Adjustment on Thursday, Oct. 4. The meeting will begin at noon in the City Council Chambers, 200 W. Jefferson St. The billboard in question is adjacent to Urban Cookies and across the street from Xavier College Preparatory. Zoning Administrator Ray Jacobs wrote in his ruling that, “The proposal has a variety of issues that collectively fail to meet the findings for a use permit. Nothing in the proposal adequately supports the proposed location as being appropriate for a new double face digital off-premise sign.” Jacobs outlined a list of nine finding that he used to support his denial of the use permit request. Among them was the point that the billboard, when first constructed 25 years ago, was built with a substandard setback, meaning it was built much closer to 7th Street than zoning ordinance required at that time. “Past mistakes do not have to be reinforced,” Jacobs commented. In addition, he agreed with many of the community speakers who felt that the digital billboard, whose “signs” would change every 8 seconds, would be a distraction to drivers on the hightraffic 7th Street, who already face the daily distraction of the reverse lane. CBS Outdoor contends that the use permit request meets all the new zoning requirements and standards set by the Phoenix City Council earlier this year regarding digital billboards. The Phoenix Board of Adjustment will have the final say on the matter.

Residents invited to planPHX events The City of Phoenix Planning and Development Department is working with the mayor, City Council and community leaders to launch planPHX, an interactive way for Phoenix residents to help decide how the city grows and changes over the next 10 years. Residents are encouraged to get involved in the update of the city’s General Plan and planning for neighbor-

hoods along the light rail line. Information about the plan can be found at www.myplanphx.com. The website serves as a new platform for community participation where residents can provide feedback, gain points and earn prizes. In addition, several community meetings will be held to discuss the proposed General Plan and to gain input from community members. Upcoming meetings include 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 4 at the Sunnyslope Community Center, 802 E. Vogel Ave., and 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 18 at the Washington Activity Center, 2240 W. Citrus Way.

4H Club gathers food for Desert Mission “Trick or Treat So Others Can Eat” is a door-to-door food drive sponsored by Green Team 4H Club, in conjunction with 4-H Members from across Maricopa County. This is the fifth year that Green Team, a co-ed club in North Central Phoenix for ages 9-18, has participated in this event. The group will walk in the New NorthTown neighborhood, from Northern to Alice avenues and from 7th to 12th streets. Donations will be collected Tuesday, Oct. 30 before sunset. All donated food items will be given to Desert Mission Food Bank. For more information, e-mail lively@ zoomnet.net.

Wear your PJ’s and donate some Hickman’s Family Farms and Scramble restaurant, 9832 N. 7th St., will celebrate the fourth-annual PJs & Eggs on Friday, Oct. 12. The “breakfast for dinner event” will begin at 5 p.m. to benefit Arizona’s Children Association (AzCA) foster care programs statewide. Customers who come during the special Scramble dining hours are invited to wear their pajamas and to bring a new pair of pajamas with them, any size for kids ages newborn to18. All donated pajamas will be given to children in the AzCA’s foster care programs. In return, each customer will receive a certificate for a free dozen Hickman’s eggs. If you can make it that night, the pajama collection is ongoing and will continue through the night of the event. Regular hours at Scramble are 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. For more information about PJs & Eggs, visit www.pjsandeggsaz.com.

The best photos will sell your home Most people who have shopped for a home lately understand the impact of quality pictures in marketing materialsespecially when looking at listings online. Ninety-eight percent of home buyers who searched for a home online said that photos were among the most useful features of real-estate websites, according to research from the National Association of Realtors. “Given that highly visual sites such as Pinterest have become so popular lately, pictures are beginning to take on an even greater importance,” said Kevin Crosse from Arizona Imaging, a provider of photography service to agents and brokers based in the Phoenix area. “Photography is at the center of all your marketing. It is not just documenting that there is a house for sale. You want people to say WHAT A HOUSE, and be motivated enough to take action,” said Crosse. "Most home buyers who have started the home-buying process see a lot more homes online via sites like Realtor.com, Zillow and Trulia than they ever do in person,” says Kevin Weil, a local Realtor at Williams Real Estate – Sunbelt Realty. “The brief exposure to a listing online is how most home buyers determine which ones are worth seeing.” Kevin adds that “high quality professional photos and virtual tours set those listings apart from their closest competition compared to homes with pictures taken by a point and click camera.” Based on Kevin’s experience, he says quality photography results in more showings, less market time and higher sales prices. Virtual tours have become one of the most important marketing tools for promoting a house online. Listings with photos taken by professionals have about 61 percent more views than other homes and that’s across all price tiers, according to research from Redfin, a real estate brokerage based out of Washington State. Below are listed advantages of using quality photography in virtual tours to market your home: 1. Saves time: It's a tool to help realtor and home buyer pre-qualify properties, saving everyone time. 2. Instant information: The Virtual Tour can be easily found online and provide instant information for a home buyer about the property, including

schools, location and mortgage information. 3. Used in social networking: With just one click, the virtual tour can be submitted to popular social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, etc. 4. Homeowner and Realtor partnership: Home sellers and their Realtors work together as active partners in marketing the house by sending out links to their social network. 5. Homebuyers prefer virtual tour: Surveys show that more than 80 percent of home buyers state they prefer to view a virtual tour when searching for a house and a tour should be interactive so the home buyer has control of what they want to view. Who pays for a virtual tour when listing with a Realtor? There isn’t a protocol to this question. Virtual tours can run from $70 to $350, depending on the size of the home and the type, such as HD Tour or HD Twilight Tour. The benefit to a homeowner of paying for their own virtual tour is they own the tour, which allows them to make changes and use it as a reminder of the home after sale. You may also split the cost…the best practice is to discuss with your Realtor their thoughts on using a virtual tour as a marketing tool for your home and then decide together who will pay for the tour. For information regarding local virtual tour companies or for a referral to an agent who uses virtual tour marketing as a business practice, contact Lisa Capes at CapesL@ctt.com.

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According to recent studies, about 75 percent of Americans identify as Christians and there are more than 16 million yoga practitioners in the United States. Today, Holy Yoga leads the booming Christian yoga movement. Other Holy Yoga classes at Living Streams, led by different instructors, take place 9:15 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 5:45 p.m. Thursdays. For more information about the classes at Living Streams, contact Bauer at 480-717-9553 or e-mail joann@holyyoga.net. There also are Holy Yoga classes available throughout the Valley. To find them, visit www.HolyYoga.net.

Have a laugh Another growing trend in the yoga movement is aimed more at tickling the funny bone than at making you limber enough to bend into a pretzel shape. Encanto Laughter Club founder Shelby McBride holds a free Laughter Yoga session every Saturday morning at 9 a.m. on Amp Island in Encanto Park, 1202 W. Encanto Blvd. Laughter Yoga combines yogic breathing techniques with intentional laughter exercises and plenty of playfulness to create a joyful body-mind experience and boost the immune system, McBride explains. “We use hearty sustained laughter in order to exhale more fully, and breathe in deeply to bring more oxygen to the body. “Laughter has changed my life for the better and I know it will do the same for anyone who is willing to just try,” says McBride. “I had several stress fractures in my foot from over-training for a half marathon. I limped everywhere I went, but every time I practiced laughter yoga, I could walk completely pain free for several hours afterwards.” McBride trained as a Certified Laughter Yoga Leader through Dr. Madan Kataria’s school of Laughter Yoga. Kataria is the inventor and founder of the Laughter Yoga movement. Science has shown that just 20 minutes of laughter a day increases serotonin and dopamine production in the brain, creating a so-called joy cocktail that can last all day, noticeably increasing cognitive function and creativity. “A young widow would join us occasionally and later shared with me that doing Laughter Yoga was the only thing that helped her get through her

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What a stiff For some people, the thought of going to a full yoga studio with mirrored walls and dozens of svelte, flexible people in tight yoga clothing can be more than a little intimidating. Terry Curtis, who admits she teaches at just such a studio, decided to create a class for those who just want to give yoga a try in a comfortable, casual setting. It’s come as you are with Yoga for Stiffs. “I’m always pretty stiff; that’s why I got into yoga. But some of my students are more flexible than I am,” Curtis says with a laugh. As for what inspired her to create Yoga for Stiffs, Curtis explains, “There’s a whole segment of the population that’s missing out on yoga because they feel like they can’t bend or move like that, or they don’t want to wear the spandex clothing. In my class, you come in what’s comfortable—sweats, old shorts, whatever.” Curtis teaches her Yoga for Stiffs class from 6 to 7:15 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Mind Body Spirit Center, located at 1702 E. Bethany Home Road. The center resides inside an older home converted into business space. “We practice in what was probably once the living room,” Curtis says. “It’s not a very big space, but it’s comfortable and casual. This is a safe place to try things. We don’t stand on our heads please see YOGA on page 12

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also is an adjunct professor at Arizona State University’s School of Social Work. Sinema believes the most important issue facing District 9 residents is the pathway to economic restoration. “Too many hardworking Arizona families have been hit hard by the economy of the last decade,” she says. “I worry that regular families wake up each day and are faced with the reality that they can’t make ends meet. Further, I worry that deep cuts to education in our state will put us on the wrong path in preparing tomorrow’s workforce.” In Congress, Sinema hopes to serve District 9 in the same way she did for the past seven years at the Arizona State Legislature. “In my experience, true solutions can only be accomplished when people from both sides of the aisle are willing to come together, put their politics and careers aside and work for the families they represent,” she says. “During my time at the legislature I was able to work with Republicans to

pass a number of bills that ultimately created jobs, protected families, increased public safety and prevented cuts from education. I plan to do the same in our nation’s Congress.” If elected, Sinema says she will focus on creating a stronger economy in Arizona and nationally. “Congress needs to take a serious look at creating an environment that rewards the hard work and innovation in our own backyard,” she says. “I believe that it’s wrong to waste taxpayer dollars on tax giveaways for corporations that ship jobs overseas or across the border.” For more information, visit http://kyrstensinema.com/.

Vernon Parker Vernon Parker, 52, has lived in Arizona for 15 years and currently resides in Paradise Valley. A small-business owner and attorney, Parker has served as both a council member and mayor of Paradise Valley, and as special assistant to President George H.W. Bush. Parker believes the key to the state and country’s economic recovery lies in job creation. “For the America econo-

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Another major concern is that state and federal online reporting requirements are about to be changed, impacting the 2014-15 school year. “In 2014 we will require students to take online tests,” Hicks says. “That would be really hard to do in the current situation. I don’t know how that could possibly work if we don’t have the equipment.” This override comes in a presidential election year—something that’s typically avoided by school districts. MendezBenson says voters get “too much noise” with candidates bombarding voters with mailed fliers and posters on every corner. But the WESD governing board couldn’t

wait another year; the last time the computers were upgraded was in 2006. State funding has been cut to the district for the last five years, totaling nearly $44 million in lost capital funds— much of which could have been used for the new and upgraded technology needs. “If we just received the money we were supposed to receive,” says Hicks, “we wouldn’t be going to the voters.” However, the voters may be less than receptive to the override, given the continuing state of the economy. “WESD has come out in practically every year with either a bond issue or an override,” points out Ron Gawlitta, a Sunnyslope Realtor and mortgage broker who also served as a school board member for another district. Gawlitta points to the slumping economy and ever-increasing food and gas prices. “While I may personally be able to afford an increase, there are many who cannot. I feel like education is perhaps the most important thing we can do to guarantee the future but we have to be smarter about it. I don’t believe the districts have done nearly as much as they can to keep expenses down.” The Kiwanis Club of Sunnyslope, of which Gawlitta is a member and past president, has a history of supporting students in the WESD. But in this instance, Gawlitta says he personally cannot support the override. If approved by voters, the capital override will be funded through a property tax levy. The average home within WESD’s boundaries is valued at $92,000. The cost for the owner of a home of this value would be approximately $61 a year in additional taxes. The Invest in Education PAC will meet 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24 at the Sunnyslope Community Center, 802 E. Vogel Ave.

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Tips to avoid buyer’s remorse By Jim Alauria, Master Mechanic

Buyer’s remorse is that feeling of deep regret after one has made a purchase. It is very common for consumers of automotive repair services when they feel like they are forced to “take the mechanic’s word for it” because their vehicle is broken and they need it back! Here are a few tips on how to ensure you don’t have buyer’s remorse when dealing with car repairs and service. The first tip is finding the right auto repair shop. Most shops are made up of honest, hard-working people who know how to fix cars. The difference between a shop that has tremendous customer satisfaction and a shop that doesn’t has a lot to do with the way the service advisor explains the repairs to the customer. A good service advisor will talk in simple, understandable language when they are explaining the repairs needed to you. When you are at their shop, they will show you on your car or on a diagram that gives you a better understanding of the “what and why” of the repairs on your car. The key word here is “understanding.” The service advisor has to be really clear in their explanations and know that you understand exactly what you are buying why that will fix your car. So, find a shop that can explain complicated automotive technology in simple, understandable language. The second tip is to avoid comparing apples to oranges. Many people will shop around for prices but just end up being more confused. The best recommendation I can give you is tip No. 1. But if you do feel like you need to get another opinion, then take your vehicle to another shop. Don’t rely on a phone quote being accurate because 90 percent of the time the shop giving the quote over the phone is not quoting “apples to apples.” A variation of opinion, parts quality or diagnostic time can throw any numbers off. Most top repair shops will give you a basic visual inspection free of charge. Take advantage of that and from there they can give you a more accurate price/solution comparison. And the third tip is to stick to one shop for all of your car care. Car owners who bounce around from shop to shop end up spending more money and

end up having more problems in the long run. When you find a shop you trust, go to them exclusively for all your maintenance and repairs whenever possible. The reason for this is the same reason you don’t bounce from dentist to dentist––records. A shop that is seeing your vehicles two to three times per year is going to advise you on a 6-18 month outlook. They will have records of what services have been performed and what services are up and coming. And many times there may even be a warranty you can take advantage of by being loyal to that shop. All in all, the key to avoiding buyer’s remorse is trust. The key to trust in any successful relationship is based on good communication. Nobody is perfect, so when you aren’t satisfied with your shop tell them. Most top repair shops will appreciate your honesty and will go above and beyond to keep you as a loyal customer. Jim Alauria is the owner of 3A Automotive Service, 1539 W. Hatcher Road. He can be reached at 602-997-7978. The information in “Road Wise” is provided as general information only. For specific advice on your automobile, consult your auto technician.

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Keys to a healthy pet By Hillary Frank, DVM, Dipl. ABVP (avian)

Good health is something often not appreciated until it is lost. Taking good care of your pet requires more than just vaccines. A comprehensive examination at least once a year is crucial to avoid many serious health issues and to ensure your pet has a good quality of life. Preventive wellness care may include parasite control, dental care, pain management, nutrition and body condition, behavior consultation, core vaccines, and lab tests. Our pets are unable to tell us about the symptoms they are experiencing that may indicate initial stages of illness. Many pets do not show any outward signs they may be ill until they are too sick to hide their symptoms. A wellness exam will first include a consultation during which a history will be taken and you can report anything new or unusual. Next, a physical exam is conducted where major systems

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PetSmart funds PCH pet therapy program

Sadie gets along well with other cats and older kids and can tolerate a mellow dog. She is available for just a donation from the Arizona Humane Society’s Petique center at the Biltmore Fashion Park (submitted photo).

Pet of the Month Mellow Sadie could use some love, exercise Hiding behind a mask of black fur, Sadie’s golden eyes widen as they zoom in on a small ball that slowly rolls past her. The anticipation makes her wiggle her tail and hind end with excitement and moments later she leaps forward and scoops up the toy in her mouth. Tossing it across the room, the game starts all over again and she spends the next hour dribbling the toy with all four paws. The full-figured girl (who has been cooped up in a kennel since July 31) tires quickly and when she’s tuckered out she enjoys soaking up attention. She will meow and chirp happily until someone comes over to pet her. Her jelly belly rumbles when she purrs and she arches her back into every stroke when you massage her. She will deliver Eskimo kisses with her black button nose as a way of thanking you. When she has had enough attention she will simply get up and walk away to seek out a comfortable spot where she can clean her fur. Sadie is great with other cats and older kids and she will even tolerate a mellow dog; however, she will need to be introduced slowly to her new twoand four-legged roommates. She is available now for a monetary donation. For more information call 602-957-3113 or visit the Arizona Humane Society’s Petique Retail and Adoption Center located at the Biltmore Fashion Park, 24th Street and Camelback Road. Ask for animal ID number A403562.

Phoenix-based PetSmart will underwrite the animal-assisted therapy program, recently renamed Paws Can Heal, at Phoenix Children’s Hospital (PCH). The $425,000 gift from PetSmart was pledged over five years and will be used to cover the costs of equipment, supplies, research costs and the training of pet therapy teams. In 2011, more than 800 patients at PCH were visited by volunteer pets, which include 45 dogs and one cat. Pet therapy animals help young patients with rehabilitation and provide the unconditional love that only an animal can give. Research shows that patient interaction with animals provides positive physical and emotional benefits, including lowering blood pressure, decreasing heart rate and anxiety and reducing stress. The partnership also will include PetSmart’s Title sponsorship of Dine with Your Dog, the hospital’s main annual fundraising event for Paws Can Heal, which PetSmart sponsored for the first time in 2012.

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5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6 Arizona School for the Arts 1410 N. 3rd St. Sit under the stars in the courtyard commons, enjoy food from Taqueria Guadalajara and the early fall weather. For ages 21 and older only. Tickets are $25 each and include dinner, dessert and one adult beverage. Additional beverages may be purchased. No charge for nonalcoholic beverages. Complimentary valet parking. For more information and tickets, visit http://asafallfiesta.brown papertickets.com.

Mercado Cultural Hispano Thursday, Oct. 11 Phoenix College, Pastor Plaza 1202 W. Thomas Road 602-285-7231 Visit the Mercado Cultural Hispano (Hispanic Cultural Market) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the Feria del Oso, where you can release your inner child with traditional Hispanic games and food, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The events, which are part of Phoenix College’s Hispanic Heritage Month, are free and open to the public.

Paper Shredding/Electronic Recycling Fundraiser 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13 White Dove Thrift Shoppe 5035 N. 7th Ave. 623-748-8480 Clear out old paperwork and electronic hardware while protecting your identity, helping the environment and donating to Hospice of the Valley. Paper shredding cost is $5 per box or bag; hard drive destruction is $10 each. Services provided by ABCO Recycling & Shredding Services.

‘Urban Farming’ Discussion 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13 Arizona Science Center 600 E. Washington St. 602-716-2000 A free lecture on urban agriculture, presented by North Central’s own permaculture specialist, Greg Peterson of the Urban Farm. The event will include garden planting activities. Admission to the Arizona Science Center is free for attending the lecture only. For more information, visit www.azscience.org.

‘An Evening of Goodwill’ 5:30-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13 Mummy Mountain at Camelback Inn 5402 E. Lincoln Drive The event includes a barbecue dinner, silent auction and raffle and the presentation of honors to the Youth and Adult Participants and Employer and Business Partners of the Year. Tickets are $125 each or $225 per couple. Proceeds benefit Goodwill. For tickets or more information, visit www.eveningofgoodwill az.org or email Courtney Nelson at Courtney.Nelson@goodwillaz.org.

Community Sale 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13 Beatitudes Agelink 1548 W. Glendale Ave. 602-433-6141 Find bargains of new and gently used items while supporting this nonprofit child development center that services children from birth through pre-kindergarten. Donations of items for the sale also are welcome; tax receipts provided.

Arizona’s Ultimate Women’s Expo 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 13-14 Phoenix Convention Center 100 N. 3rd St. 866-618-3434 Featuring keynote speakers Wynonna Judd and Meghan McCain, more than 500 shopping booths and pampering and rejuvenation. Admission includes complimentary spa services, including free makeovers, haircuts, manicures, massages and facials. Attendees will enjoy a full schedule of speakers on four stages, book signings and cooking and design demonstrations. Admission is $8 with a discount ticket downloaded from www.azwomensexpo.com and includes all speakers, seminars, demonstrations and cooking shows, complimentary makeovers, gourmet food, wine and spirits, samples, and much more.

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AAUW hosts DuVal 6:30 p.m. Tuesday Oct. 16 Beatitudes Luther Life Center 1616 W. Glendale Ave. 602-510-1544 The American Association of University Women hosts Fred DuVal, recent chair of the Arizona Board of Regents, who will speak on “Education and the American Economy: The Tipping Point.” Visitors are welcome. An optional dinner ($13) will be served at 5:30 p.m. RSVP for the dinner by Oct. 12. The program begins at 6:30.

Sanctuary Choir Rummage Sale Oct. 19-20 Central United Methodist Church 1875 N. Central Ave. 602-258-8048 The Central United Methodist Church Sanctuary Choir hosts a rummage sale from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. both days. Use the parking lot off Palm Lane.

Phoenix Writers Club 12-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20 Bluewater Grill 1720 E. Camelback Road Dan Davis, host, writer and producer of Channel 3’s “Highroads,” will speak. Luncheon cost is $15 for members and $20 for guests. Reservations must be made by Thursday, Oct. 18. RSVP to neeliepubl@aol.com with Phoenix Writers Club in the subject line. Members and the public are welcome.

OSA Orchid Show & Sale Oct. 20-21 Arizona State Veterans Home 4141 N. 3rd St. 602-803-6889 The event includes an array of hundreds of orchids for sale, free educational materials, orchid-growing supplies, door prizes, raffle items, free refreshments and entertainment. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.3 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free. Visit www.orchidsocietyaz.org.

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Girl Scout Alumnae Mixer 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 21 Heard Museum 2301 N. Central Ave. 602-452-7093 Share your memories with fellow Girl Scouts as they celebrate the 100th anniversary of Girl Scouting in the United States and hear what is happening today at the Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council. Tickets are $30/person, which includes admission to the museum, light buffet and commemorative gift. RSVP by Oct. 10 to Nancy Knoche at nknoche@girlscoutsaz.org.

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Dillards. High school girls who are members get in for free; tickets for mothers and other guests are $75 each. Junior and senior members who purchase three or more tickets can model in the show. Visit www.phoenixcotillion.com.

Heard Museum Shop Annual Fall Sale October 26-28 Heard Museum 2301 N. Central Ave. This twice-yearly shopping event offers discounts on authentic Native American artwork. Almost everything from katsina dolls and jewelry to baskets, textiles, pottery and fine art will be 10-percent off. Visit www.heard.org.

The Phoenix Boys Choir 2012 Fall Gala 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27 Steele Indian School Park Memorial Hall 300 E. Indian School Road 602-264-5328 The gala honors Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton and his wife, Nicole, for their commitment to the arts in Phoenix and the Phoenix Boys Choir. The evening includes a cocktail reception and silent auction. Valley jazz legend Dennis Rowland performs with the Phoenix Boys Choir Tour Choir. Attire is cocktail. Tickets are $150 each. Visit www.phoenixboyschoir.com.

Haunted Halloween Night Flight Golf 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27 Palo Verde Golf Course 6215 N. 15th Ave. 602-249-9930 The nine-hole course will be lined

with glow lights and players receive a glow necklace and glow ball. Each foursome will receive a flashlight to wave up the next foursome; golfers walk or pull a cart. This four-person scramble includes prizes and a goodie bag for each player. Cost is $100 per foursome; pre-registration required. Visit http://phoenix.gov/golf for more information.

Brophy College Preparatory Fashion Show 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 6 Frank Lloyd Wright Ballroom, Arizona Biltmore Resort 2400 E. Missouri Ave. 602-790-8278 Proceeds directly benefit Brophy students who qualify for financial aid. Brophy again is partnering with Saks Fifth Avenue, showcasing the best of Saks men & women’s fashions. The event includes a raffle, prizes and a luncheon. Brophy students close the show with a special presentation and participate at the Fashion Show by engaging guests and selling raffle tickets. Luncheon Seating is $125; Preferred Seating is $185, and Runway Seating is $300. Contact Colleen Edwards at cedwards@carefreevresorts.com.

St. Mary’s Grade School 60th Reunion 12-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11 Dillon’s on Top of Central 8525 N. Central Ave. This is an informal gathering over lunch, allowing former students of St. Mary’s Elementary to gather and reminisce. A set menu will offer a few selections for ordering. Cost is $15 per person. RSVP requested. For more information, call Nancy Jo Schmit at 602861-8051.

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The 2010 health care reform legislation established a tax credit to encourage small businesses to provide health insurance for employees. Recent surveys have shown that the majority of small companies that might qualify for the credit have failed to take it. The reasons given for ignoring the credit ranged from being unaware of it to finding the credit too complicated to compute. If your business or nonprofit organization might be eligible, perhaps you should take another look at the requirements and be sure you’re taking advantage of this tax break. If you qualify, you can use this tax credit to offset your federal income tax liability by up to 35 percent of the cost of health insurance premiums you pay for employees. Since this is a tax credit, not a deduction, it will reduce your tax bill dollar-for-dollar. In general, the credit is available to employers that have fewer than 25 fulltime equivalent (FTE) employees paying average annual wages of less than $50,000 per employee. Eligibility is based partially on FTEs, not the number of employees; therefore, an employer with fewer than 50 half-time workers could qualify for the credit. Tax-exempt organizations can use the credit to offset payroll tax liability (up to 25 percent of qualified premiums paid). For assistance in determining eligibility for this tax credit and in doing the calculations to obtain the credit, talk to your financial adviser or contact our office. If you qualified but did not take the credit in prior years, filing an amended tax return may be a good idea. This article is for general information only and does not constitute financial advice. If you have any questions about financial matters, consult a professional tax adviser. Harvey Amwake, CPA, is a tax and small business consultant with the accounting firm of Arthur Spoon & Company, Ltd., at 1130 E. Missouri Ave., Suite 820. He can be reached at 602-264-6500 or by e-mail at Harvey@ArthurSpoon.com.

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The Arizona American Italian Club (AAIC) is one of the sponsors for The Race 2 Cure Diabetes 5k run or walk on Saturday, Nov. 18, at Victory Lane Sports Park/Adobe Dam Regional Park, 23280 N. 43rd Ave. The 5K run begins at 9 a.m., followed by the 5K walk at 9:05 a.m. and the 1 Mile Kids Run at 10 a.m. On-site registration available. Join members of the AAIC in the race or just to cheer them on. Proceeds benefit the American Diabetes association. For more information, visit http://www.race2curediabetes.com/.

Locals are finalists for ATHENA Awards The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce has announced the 11 women chosen as finalists for its annual ATHENA Awards. Among them are several women from the North Central Phoenix community, including Private Sector Finalists Kelly Barr, senior director of Environmental Management Policy & Compliance, Salt River Project; Deborah Bateman, executive vice president, director of Wealth Strategies, National Bank of Arizona; and Anne McNamara, dean and professor of Nursing, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Grand Canyon University. North Central resident Carlene Lowry, a partner with Snell & Wilmer L.L.P., was named a finalist for the ATHENA Young Professional Award. Named after the Greek goddess of wisdom, the ATHENA Awards honor women who strive toward the highest levels of professional accomplishments, excel in their chosen field, and have devoted time and energy to their community. Nominees are judged on leadership and achievement, community service, and support for the professional development and mentorship of women. Three ATHENA Award recipients will be announced at the Chamber’s 25th- Annual ATHENA Awards luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25, at the Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa, 2400 E. Missouri Ave. Registration for this event closes 5 p.m.

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Business group hosts Chief Garcia The North Mountain Business Alliance (NMBA) hosts Phoenix Police Chief Daniel Garcia at a public meeting set for 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25 at the SSC Boring Building, 1951 W. North Lane. Garcia is expected to provide his outlook on the current status of the Phoenix Police Department, including the areas of weakness that need to be improved and areas of strength that he plans to build upon. He also is expected to discuss his personal vision of what a great police department includes based on his many years in law enforcement in the state of Texas. The North Mountain Business Alliance was formed in August 2011 by businesses and other concerned stakeholders in the area around 19th and Peoria avenues who were opposed to potential medical marijuana facilities opening in some of the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s industrial-zoned areas. Since that time, the group has been active in protecting the area as well as providing important information to existing and incoming businesses about the community. To RSVP for this program or for more information, e-mail Marcia@ sscboring.com or call 602-997-6164.

CoreBalance Studio holds grand opening CoreBalance Studio, which recently opened at 3240 E. Camelback Road, hosts a grand opening event from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 19. The goal at CoreBalance Studio is to deliver a personalized fitness experience that will produce results and keep you engaged, with Real Ryder bikes, a yoga and barre studio, and experienced instructors. For new customers at CoreBalance, choose a class from three disciplines (yoga, spin, and barre fusion/core fusion), and your first class is free. The grand opening event is open to the public. For more information, call 602-956-1619 or visit www.core balancestudio.com.

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More than 26 years ago, life-long North Central resident Master David Karstadt had a vision of creating a martial arts school where Valley residents could not only strengthen themselves physically but also develop themselves mentally. In May 1986, this seventh-degree black belt fulfilled that dream by opening Arizona Kicks. Since then, it has become one of the longest running and most successful Taekwon-Do schools in the Valley, with Karstadt training five World Champions as coach of the U.S. Taekwon-Do Team. Karstadt has created a school community where members get in great shape by learning to punch, kick and defend themselves in the tradition of the International Taekwon-Do Federation. Students also learn character development and leadership skills. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Black Belt is more than being able to defend yourself,â&#x20AC;? Karstadt says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about being a leader and someone who makes a difference in your family and your community.â&#x20AC;? He has modeled that spirit for his students through his fundraising work for Phoenix Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital, Fresh Start Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center and the Desert Mission Food Bank via his annual â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kick-A-Thon,â&#x20AC;? which feeds more than 100 families each year at Thanksgiving. Karstadt also has been featured on Sonoran Living, EVB Live and Phoenix Suns Halftime shows, to name a few. Arizona Kicks is located at 531 E. Bethany Home Road. Call 602-264-2300 for more information.

Floral Keepsakes has been in North Central Phoenix since 1988. Owner Lisa Conti, a North Central resident, says, "I am so fortunate to be doing something I love in a location that I love. It's nice to see the same customers over the years; many of them live in North Central." Floral Keepsakes is a one-of-a-kind boutique that specializes in freeze-dried flower preservation and keepsake framing. They can preserve and display your flowers from a wedding, memorial, anniversary, baby shower and any other special occasion. They also offer wedding gown cleaning and heir looming services. Their designers create beautiful custom permanent designs. Floral Keepsakes offers a stunning selection of quality preserved and silk flowers. "You can choose one of our already made designs or one of our designers can help you select a container (or you can bring in your own) and the right flowers that will work with your dĂŠcor," Conti says. They also carry unique gifts such as wind chimes, birds, enamel and crystal photo frames, decorative crosses, French lavender potpourri bar, hostess gifts, seasonal items and much more! Floral Keepsakes, located at 5202 North 7th Street, invites you to stop by Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please visit them at www.facebook.com/FloralKeepsakesBoutique and www.floralkeepsakes.com. Bliss Gifts & DĂŠcor, Diving Wedding Designs, INVU Photography and Lorenzo's Salon also are in the building.

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New additions at Kinesphere Kinesphere Pilates currently is hosting authorized Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis Master Trainer Adriana Thompson of San Francisco for Teacher Training on specialized equipment and Gyrokinesis. Thompson is one of only a dozen authorized instructors of this unique system who travel worldwide to certify new teachers. In addition, Kinesphere now offers the services of an on-site massage therapist, Massage by Penny. Penny Alvarez specializes in medical, orthopedic, deep

tissue and therapeutic massage, as well as craniosacral therapy (CST) and detox wraps. She is available Tuesday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Kinesphere welcomes visitors to check out its newly expanded area, with the addition of 1,400 square feet of equipment and movement space. The boutique also has been enlarged and continues to add new items to assist you in your home and studio practice. Kinesphere is located at 711 E. Missouri Ave. Call 602-532-3111 or email info@kinesphere-studio.com for more information.

And She Was taps the rocker girl in us all A locally owned business has moved into the increasingly high-profile Squaw Peak Plaza shopping center located at the southeast corner of 16th Street and Glendale Ave. Adding to the mix of diverse services and trendy eateries is the new And She Was Boutique, featuring hip, rockinspired clothing specializing in the latest designs from New York to L.A. Owner Lianne Lehrman, who

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New auto dealership is ‘Just Nice’ for you Just Nice Cars, a pre-owned auto dealership on Camelback Road and 10th Street, is locally owned and operated by Central Phoenix residents.

With 35 years’ experience in the automobile business in Arizona, Theresa Elder, general manager, believes in shopping where you live and serving the local community. An Arizona native, Elder was pursuing her childhood dream of becoming a psychologist when she realized she thoroughly enjoyed the car business—so much so that she couldn’t completely give up the trade. Elder enjoys meeting and dealing with new people while at the same time providing them with a reliable product. “Most car dealers won’t sell their friends and neighbors cars; I do it all the time,” she points out. At Just Nice Cars, the motto is, “We only sell nice cars!” Most vehicles on the lot sell for less than $10,000; all trade-ins will be considered. For more information, call 602568-2001 between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday-Saturday or visit www.justnicecars.net.

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Bobby Lieb’s Honors and Awards HomeSmart’s #1 Top Performing Agent for 2011 by volume out of 4,300 agents HomeSmart’s Diamond Club for 2011

(North Central homes in bold)

7110 N. Ce n t r a l Ave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14,383 SF . . . .9BR / 14.5BA . . .$3,500,000 2831 W. Carlise Rd.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3374 SF . . . . .4BR/2.5BA . . . .$ 950,000

5034 E. Lafayette Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .LOT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 875,000 23214 N. 39th Ter.

. . . . .IN ESCROW

. . .5226 SF . . . . .6BR/4.5BA . . . .$ 795,000

5961 E. Whitehorn Pl. . . .NEW PRICE

. . .4159 SF . . . . .4BR/4BA . . . . . .$ 779,000

333 E . Cl a r e m o n t St . . . .NEW PRICE

. . .3514 SF . . . . .5BR / 3.5BA . . . .$ 749,000

320 E . M a r yl a n d Ave .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3882 SF . . . . .5BR / 3BA

. . . . .$ 745,000

721 E . Ci r c l e R d. . . . . . .JUST LISTED . .3362 SF . . . . .5BR / 3BA

. . . . .$ 599,000

Top Selling Agent in North Central for the ninth year in a row

7501 N. Via De La Escuela NEW PRICE

Ranked #9 in Total Dollar Volume for 2011 by the Phoenix Business Journal

3987 E. Herrera Dr. . . . . .IN ESCROW

Named “Realtor of the Year for 2003” by the Phoenix Business Journal Runner up for Broker/Agent Magazine Realtor of the Year in 2003 Winner Double Diamond Award 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010 Winner Diamond Club 1999 - 2002

Kathy Wright Licensed Assistant 100% CLUB Award Winner 2001 – 2010

. . .4680 SF . . . . .4BR/4BA . . . . . .$ 557,000

6838 N. 3r d Ave . . . . . . .JUST LISTED . .2025 SF . . . . .3BR / 3BA

. . . . .$ 499,000

. . .3200 SF . . . . .4BR/4BA . . . . . .$ 475,000

518 W. Bu t l e r . . . . . . . . .JUST LISTED . .2804 SF . . . . .5BR / 3BA

. . . . .$ 450,000

8847 N. 4t h Ave .

. . . . . .IN ESCROW

. . .3133 SF . . . . .4BR / 3BA

. . . . .$ 450,000

302 E . D e s e r t Pa r k . . . .IN ESCROW

. . .2273 SF . . . . .3BR / 2BA

. . . . .$ 450,000

. . . . . . .COMING SOON 5041 SF . . . . .6BR / 4BA

. . . . .$ 400,000

6101 N. 2n d Pl .

10257 N. Ce n t r a l Ave . . .IN ESCROW

. . .2950 SF . . . . .3BR / 2.5BA . . . .$ 375,000

320 W. He r r o L n . . . . . . .IN ESCROW

. . .2468 SF . . . . .4BR / 2.5BA . . . .$ 350,000

3808 S. Vermeersch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3000 SF 3+acres 4BR/2.5BA . . . .$ 350,000 2 W. Be r yl Ave .

. . . . . . .JUST LISTED . .1825 SF . . . . .3BR / 2BA

. . . . .$ 325,000

3828 S. Vermeersch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2700 SF 3+acres 4BR/4BA

. . . . .$ 300,000

336 W. D i a n a Ave . . . . . .IN ESCROW

. . .1775 SF . . . . .3BR / 2BA

. . . . .$ 350,000

. . . . .IN ESCROW . . . .1820 SF . . . . .3BR / 2BA

. . . . .$ 335,000

201 W. Se l do n L n 5712 N. 12t h Pl a c e 7348 N. 7t h Pl a c e

. . . .IN ESCROW . . . . .NEW PRICE

. . .3528 SF . . . . .5BR / 5BA

. . . . .$ 245,000

. . .2396 SF . . . . .3BR / 2.75BA . . .$ 214,750

1637 W. Ha r m o n t D r. . . .IN ESCROW

. . .1868 SF . . . . .3BR / 2BA

. . . . .$ 190,000

7025 N. 10t h Pl a c e . . . . .IN ESCROW

. . .2000 SF . . . . .3BR / 2BA

. . . . .$ 175,000

126 W. E l m St . . . . . . . . .IN ESCROW

. . .1188 SF . . . . .2BR / 2BA

. . . . .$ 169,000

18402 W. Maui Ln. . . . . .IN ESCROW

. . .2757 SF . . . . .4BR/2BA . . . . . .$ 125,000

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90 Homes SOLD in 2011, 90 Homes SOLD in 2012 and 13 In Escrow. Call 602-761-4646 today for a complimentary marketing consultation! SOLD Homes in 2012 5302 N. 47th St. 450 E. Ocotillo Rd. 6622 N. 31st Place 6014 E. Jenan Dr. 5856 N. Echo Canyon Ln. 2109 E. Kaler Dr. 6840 N. 1st Ave. 5241 E. Palo Verde Dr. 10800 E. Cactus Rd. #32 5120 N. 34th Place 7814 N. Central Ave. 2418 E. San Miguel Ave. 5116 N. 34th Place

$2,600,000 $1,345,000 $1,170,000 $1,248,000 $1,125,000 $ 940,000 $ 825,000 $ 760,000 $ 685,000 $ 685,000 $ 675,000 $ 675,000 $ 665,000

102 W. Morten Ave. 6719 N. Central Ave. 1560 W. Augusta Ave. 19 W. Morten Ave. 112 W. Kaler Dr. 120 W. Keim Dr. 7149 N. 6th Place 6206 N. Mockingbird 305 W. Rose Ln. 23209 N. 39th Terrace 6101 N. 2nd Pl. 11435 N. 124th Place 2819 W. Glenn Dr.

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

638,000 625,000 600,000 599,000 590,000 575,500 528,500 525,000 525,000 515,000 509,000 480,000 475,000

1011 W. Palo Verde Dr. 1543 E. Estrid Ave. 530 W. Palo Verde Dr. 9180 W. Molly Ln. 2557 E. Desert Ln. 1320 E. Luke Ave. 7102 N. 6th Ave. 223 W. Augusta Ave. 503 W. Puget Ave. 7814 N. 6th St. 7339 N. 6th Way 1113 W. Stella Ln. 145 W. Glendale Ave.

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

429,000 425,000 425,000 422,000 421,635 418,000 415,000 400,000 350,000 350,000 348,000 320,000 320,000

10244 N. Central Ave. 9053 N. 28th St. 15422 N. 57th St. 5827 N. 10th St. 14209 E. Nightingale Ln. 222 W. Echo Ln. 13026 N. Northstar Dr. 50 E. Lamar Rd. 15249 N. 4th St. 7708 N. 1st Ave. 8419 N. 17th Dr. 306 N. Claremont 1314 W. Golden Ln.

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

315,000 305,000 300,000 295,000 290,000 281,000 280,000 265,000 260,000 260,000 248,000 245,000 238,000

6340 N. 6th Way. 937 E. Lois Ln. 8116 N. 16th Dr. 0656 E. Medina Ave. 14015 N. 47th St. 6320 N. 11th St. 7045 N. 12th St. 5804 N. 14th Dr. 725 E. Royal Palm 5825 N. 12th Pl. #7 814 W. Oregon Ave. 308 W. Townley Ave. 1001 E. Griswold #9

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

235,000 231,000 227,000 216,400 212,500 211,000 210,000 203,500 200,000 190,000 184,000 179,000 172,000

2557 E. Desert Ln. (lot) 1582 S. Western Skies 547 W. Oregon 17266 W. Bridger St. 1032 E. Clinton St. 721 W Oregon Ave. 8000 N. Central Ave. #8 140 E. Ingram 6729 N. 16th St. #22 4501 W. Whitton Ave. 9601 N. 4th Ave.

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

171,000 171,000 170,000 170,000 166,100 153,500 135,000 90,000 38,200 30,000 15,000

For all your escrow and title insurance needs, contact Kathy Zobel, Assistant Vice President/Branch Manager 5225 N. Central Ave. #103 Phoenix Arizona 85012 (602) 595-5545 • (602) 595-5404 (fax) kzobel@tmaaz.com • www.tmaaz.com

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HEALTHY LIVING TO YOUR HEALTH

Awareness is key to breast health By Nicole Stegman, M.D.

As a woman, you have a one-ineight chance of developing breast cancer at some point in your lifetime, and that risk goes up if you have a family history or genetic predisposition to the disease. Because early detection results in a better outcome for breast cancer patients, it’s important to take charge of your breast health. Know—and manage—your risk The most important thing is to know your risk factors. Be aware of your family history so you can schedule the right screenings at the right times with your doctor. And while you can’t change your family history, you can control many other risk factors with proper attention. Staying at a healthy weight is critical, since being overweight or obese is linked with an increased risk of developing breast cancer. It’s no surprise that regular exercise and eating a healthy diet are the prescription for accomplishing this. Incorporate moderate to vigorous exercise into your routine several times a week, and focus on eating a diet low in fat and rich in lean protein and fruits and vegetables. In addition, reducing your alcohol intake can also help reduce your risk of breast cancer. Get your screenings Monthly self breast exams will help you know what your breast tissue feels. You should contact your doctor immediately if you notice something different from what you have seen or felt in previous exams. This includes a lump that is hard and doesn’t move well, changes in the skin in the breast area and discharge from nipples. It’s important to note that breast cancer isn’t just an issue for women. Men need to be aware of changes in their breasts, too, since they also can develop breast cancer. It is also critical to have annual clinical breast exams and mammograms based on your doctor’s recommendations for your specific age and risk factors. Remember, screenings exist so we

can detect breast cancer in its earliest stages when it is treatable, manageable and potentially curable. Don’t delay! Nicole Stegman, M.D., is a board-certified gynecologist and fellow of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She practices at John C. Lincoln Care for Women North Mountain, 9225 N. 3rd St., Suite 103. Reach her at 602-2647630 or JCL.com/practices. The information in “To Your Health” is provided by John C. Lincoln Health Network as general information only. For medical advice, please consult your physician.

Health Briefs A health tune up for your Saturday Enjoy low-cost exercise events Saturdays this month at the North Mountain Visitor Center, 12950 N. 7th St. All classes are only $5 each and take place inside the center, which is run entirely by volunteers. A Tai Chi class will take place in the small classroom 9-10 a.m. Oct. 6 and Oct. 20. Or, get grooving with Zumba classes Oct. 6, 13, 20 and 27, from 10 to 11 a.m. in the large classroom. Need a little jumpstart before your workout, or some relaxing music to help wind you down afterward? Enjoy free coffee and music from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Oct. 6 and Oct. 20 on the back terrace. For more information about these or other classes, call 602-335-1962 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. daily.

Treatment options for esophageal cancer Banner Good Samaritan’s Esophageal Cancer Support Group offers support for patients, families and community members dealing with this or other types of cancers. The next meeting is scheduled for 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 18, in Brown Health Sciences Library LL2 at Banner Good Samaritan, 1111 E. McDowell Road. Guest speaker is Tomislav Dragovich, M.D., Ph.D., division chief, Medical Oncology and Hematology, Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. He will discuss the definition and regulation of clinical trials. Guests can park in the visitor’s parking structure outside of the main lobby, or use the hospital’s free valet service. Dinner will be provided. RSVP to Terry Ratner, RN, MFA, at 602-839-4970 or 602-527-3776.

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How to handle varicose veins Varicose veins can be a source of physical and emotional discomfort. Learn more about radiofrequency vein ablation, an outpatient, noninvasive treatment covered by insurance, from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, at the Cowden Center, 9202 N. 2nd St. The program will be presented by physicians who are interventional radiologists. RSVP via e-mail to RSVP@JCL.com or call 623-434-6265 by Oct. 21. Learn more at JCL.com/varicoseveins.

Sharing the pain of grief to find hope When someone you love has died, who do you talk to? Where do you go? A new Grief Support Group at First United Methodist Church of Phoenix will offer a safe place to share your story and process your grief. The group will meet on seven consecutive Monday afternoons, starting Oct. 15 from 1 to 3 p.m. in Wesley Lounge. The group is facilitated by parish nurse Robin Spencer. There is no charge for the series but pre-registration is required. Call 602263-5013, ext.107 and leave your name, phone number and a short summary of your situation. You will be contacted. You must attend the first session as this is not a “drop-in” group and it will be closed after that. The church is located at 5510 N. Central Ave. Park in the lot on Central and follow the signs to the church office.

Learn more about treating joint pain Learn about the causes and treatment options for knee and hip pain from Charles Creasman, M.D., orthopedic surgeon, 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, at the Cowden Center, 9202 N. 2nd St., on the campus of John C. Lincoln North Mountain Hospital. RSVP at RSVP@JCL.com or call 623-434-6265 by Oct. 21. Learn more at JCL.com/ortho.

Blood donors can sit on 50-yard line Did you know every two seconds someone requires blood? Premature babies, trauma victims, as well as patients suffering from cancer, leukemia and heart disease all receive lifesaving blood transfusions.

Several blood drives are scheduled in North Central Phoenix this month. Donate in October and you will be entered to win one of two pairs of 50yard-line Ring of Honor Level Cardinals’ tickets, donated by Scottsdale Insurance Company. Two lucky winners will cheer on the Cards as they take on the St. Louis Rams on Sunday, Nov. 25, at the University of Phoenix Stadium. Visit www.BloodHero.com and enter your ZIP code to find the blood drive nearest to you. To make a blood donation appointment, call 1-877-8274376.

Jarnagin joins JCL as a ‘transition coach’ A Special Operations combat medic recently returned from Afghanistan has been hired as John C. Lincoln’s first transition coach to help at-risk Medicare patients stay healthy after release from hospitalization. Thomas Jarnagin, a 24-year-old Army veteran, began visiting designated Medicare patients in John C. Lincoln’s North Mountain and Deer Valley hospitals in mid-August and continued to follow-up with them after they return home. He also is being trained in patient communication skills, HIPAA and other applicable government regulations, hospital and community resources, use of electronic health records systems and paraprofessional counseling. More than a dozen “transition coaches” ultimately will be employed by the Health Network to help elderly and other frail hospital inpatients successfully transition and maintain health at home to help reduce hospital readmissions, especially those that occur for reasons that could be readily remedied. The transition coach assists patients for 30 days after hospital discharge to empower them to manage and maintain their own health care. They help patients manage medications, ensure follow-up medical care and access to community resources for transportation, nutrition and other necessities. The JCL proposal to hire combat medics as transition coaches, “A New Dimension of Service to the Country,” was the national winner in the Startup America Policy Challenge sponsored by the White House, the U.S. Departments of Education, Energy, and Health and Human Services in conjunction with Arizona State University.

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U.S. Olympian and 2008 Thunderbird High School graduate Georganne Moline is introduced by teacher Jonathan Parker to current Thunderbird High School students during a special Sept. 7 assembly (photo courtesy of GUHSD)

Fresh & Easy supports schools

Now Enrolling Ages 6 months - Adult! World Class Staff Boys & Girls Classes Baby Gym & Baby Dance Fall SUPERCAMP

Birthday Parties • Valleywide Classes • Kid’s Night Out

Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market has kicked off its fifth-annual Shop for Schools fundraising program. Shop for Schools is an easy way for parents, educators and the neighborhood to raise much-needed money for local schools. Through Dec. 31, participating schools will receive a $1 cash donation for every $20 Fresh & Easy receipt collected. Fresh & Easy also will award the top-fundraising school in Arizona with a $5,000 bonus. “Schools need ways to easily raise money now more than ever, which is why we’re bringing our Shop for Schools fundraising program back for the fifth time,” said Fresh & Easy CEO Tim Mason. “We’re proud to have donated $4 million to our local schools during a time when budgets continue being cut – and we’re looking forward to helping students and educators raise even more this year.” To learn more about Fresh & Easy’s Shop for Schools program, visit www.freshandeasy.com/shopforschools. Become a fan of Fresh & Easy’s Shop for Schools program on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shopforschools.

GLENDALE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT T-bird alum and U.S. Olympian visits campus U.S. Olympian Georganne Moline, fresh off a fifth-place finish in the 400-

meter hurdles at the London Games, made a special stop at her former high school in September. Thunderbird High School held an assembly on Sept. 7 to honor Moline and her stellar accomplishments, including running a personal best time in the 400-meter hurdles during the Olympics. The Arizona track star shared with students her journey to the Olympics and how being involved in sports and activities during high school helped her accomplish that goal. Moline was invited to visit Thunderbird High by T-bird track coach, Carl Riney.

MADISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT Preschool scholarships available at select sites Partial scholarships are available for the fulltime preschool programs at Madison Camelview, Madison Heights, Madison Rose Lane and Madison Simis. The scholarships are income based through Quality First. Contact Michelle at 602-664-7956 for further information.

Two schools given ‘Rewards’ Madison Rose Lane and Madison No. 1 schools have been named “Reward” Schools by the Arizona Department of Education. Madison No. 1 was selected as a “high progress” school for achieving an AZ Learns label of “A,” showing above-

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Madison Simis student Sadie Fuentes works on her sketchbook centering on an IB concept (photo courtesy of the Madison District).

average growth for all students and above-average achievement and growth among bottom-quartile students. Rose Lane was selected as both a â&#x20AC;&#x153;high progressâ&#x20AC;? and a â&#x20AC;&#x153;highest performing schoolâ&#x20AC;? for meeting the same criteria as No. 1 as well as meeting the Annual Measurable Objectives (AMOs), achieving an AZ Learns label of â&#x20AC;&#x153;A,â&#x20AC;? and above-average achievement and growth among the bottom-quartile students.

Simis working on IB programs As an International Baccalaureate Candidate school, Madison Simis students are designing sketchbooks in art class centering on the various International Baccalaureate (IB) concepts, also known as key questions. For example, using the concept of change, students draw a transformation, such as a caterpillar to a butterfly. This project promotes IBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inquirybased learning and helps teachers and students consider ways of thinking and learning about the world.

PHOENIX UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT Central High partners with Phoenix Suns A unique, education-based partnership between the Phoenix Suns and Central High School was launched last month at a student assembly Sept. 7. The partnership, â&#x20AC;&#x153;SunsCentral,â&#x20AC;? is the result of a $500,000 grant (over two years) that Phoenix Suns Charities

is donating to Central High School. The initiative aims to provide support services to struggling Central students to help keep them in school. The program will focus on four key factors that directly impact a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s likelihood of staying in school: success in the classroom, attendance at school, mentoring and work-study. The Suns will deploy resources focused on each, in addition to sustaining a presence at CHS through facility improvements, volunteer hours and entertainment elements at school functions.

North High boasts excelling students North High School had 42 International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma candidates and 23 Certificate candidates in its senior class that graduated in May. The IB Diploma is the most difficult to attain. Candidates must take a battery of six subject area exams, complete an interdisciplinary course called Theory of Knowledge, prepare an extended essay reflecting independent research and complete at least 250 hours of CAS hours (extracurricular activities that can be categorized as creativity, action or service). According to research from 2011 IB Graduates from seven countries, having the IB Diploma or Certificate is a great advantage for post-secondary education. The average acceptance rate of Diploma Programme students into college is 22 percentage points higher than please see EXCELLING on page 30

PHOENIX COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL TRIVIA Which school accepted MORE THAN one graduate from the 58 students in the PCDS class of 2012?

A. B. C. D. E.

Columbia Cornell Duke Harvard MIT

F. G. H. I. J.

NYU U Penn USC Stanford Yale

Answer: All of the above. For a full list of college acceptances for the class of 2012, visit www.pcds.org/acceptances2012.

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women of faith pursuing excellence

Xavier College Preparatory Roman Catholic High School

Open House Sunday, October 28 12:00 - 2:30

8th Grade Day Friday, October 26 9:30 - 12:30 Entrance Exam Saturday, January 12, 2013-7:30 a.m. Discover your talents. Discover your future. Discover you .

www.xcp.org 602-277-3772 4710 N 5th St. Phoenix 85012

Sister Joan Fitzgerald, BVM, Principal

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the average acceptance rate of the total population. The average SAT score of Diploma Programme candidates who responded is 1953. The average for Certificate candidates is 1794. The national average SAT score is 1500. Ninety-seven percent of respondents felt very well or well prepared for future studies, and 65 percent of Diploma students plan to study abroad during their university years. In addition, 51 percent intend to pursue a career in another country.

Florez receives four-year scholarship The Arizona Diamondbacks, in conjunction with the Helios Education Foundation and Arizona College Scholarship Foundation, on Aug. 11 introduced the first eight scholars who will receive four-year college scholarships. Among the eight was Nancy Florez, a senior at North High School. Flores will attend Arizona State University in the fall.

The announcement was made during a pre-game ceremony. Each of these students has participated in a college prep program, such as Be A Leader, ACE or Gear Up, and has demonstrated high academic achievement while overcoming personal obstacles, according to the Diamondbacks. The Arizona College Scholarship Foundation will continue to support these scholars via one-on-one mentoring and other career counseling.

WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT Walmart provides donations for comfort School buses in the Washington Elementary School District, which serves Phoenix and Glendale, transport more than 1,100 students with special needs to and from school every day. And while most days are uneventful, every now and then, a special-needs child requires extra comforting. A change in routine, a new driver, a fender-bender—a change or situation that might not impact most children can be an emergency or cause stress to

Celebrating the Journey Fifty Years of Educating Children Head to Soul

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Fall Festival

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Friday, October 26 First United Methodist Church and the Weekday School will host the Fall Festival, a FREE event for the entire family! From 5 - 7 p.m. join us for: Games with Prizes and Candy Bounce House and Dunk Tank Food for Sale • Face Painting Trunk or Treating • Costumes Food from Boy Scout Troop #232 will be available for purchase at a great price. Where: On the grounds of First Church and the Weekday School located on the corner of Central and Missouri Avenues. For more Information contact Kelli at 602-263-5013

Antonio Mlynek, Washington Elementary School District transportation supervisor for Special Education, says three Walmart stores in Arizona donated $250 toward the purchase of stuffed animals for special-needs bus passengers (photo courtesy of WESD).

a special-needs child. Finding ways to comfort these students became a mission for Antonio Mlynek, Washington Elementary School District Special Education transportation supervisor, a mission to which several Walmart stores in Arizona responded. “I asked the store managers to help us obtain small stuffed animals that a child could cuddle for comfort,” explained Mlynek, “and three stores readily stepped up.” Walmart Stores 1417 (Prescott), 5190 and 2512 (both in north Phoenix) donated a total of $200 to assist with the purchase of stuffed animals. “We are so grateful for Walmart’s generosity and support of this project, and also the support of members of our Transportation Department family who have made this a priority,” Mlynek said. “A special thank you goes to Tracy Hertzog, a family member of two transportation employees, who has assisted with collecting stuffed animals. I would also like to thank Glenn Teille, a transportation employee, and his son Sean Plaum, who is active in the Boys Scouts of America and has chosen to collect stuffed animals for his Eagle Award Project.”

Parent University returns to WESD Hundreds of parents from throughout the Washington Elementary School District are expected to attend the third-annual Parent University

Saturday, Nov. 17, at Cholla Middle School, located at 3120 W. Cholla St. Parent University is a special half-day educational opportunity designed to please see PARENTS on page 32

5510 N. Central Ave. • Phoenix AZ 85012 www.firstchurchoncentral.org • facebook.com/firstumcofphoenix

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help parents and guardians assist their children with academics and behavior as well as provide important health and human service information and support. The first Parent University was held in January 2011. The free, daylong university will begin with breakfast. Parents will then attend an inspiring keynote address on bullying prevention by Nicole France Stanton, wife of Phoenix mayor Greg Stanton. Parents may take part in informative sessions on such topics as Common Core and language arts, nutrition, bullying, playing to learn at home (for parents of young children), managing difficult behaviors in young children, family health and safety and parenting for middle school success and beyond. Throughout the morning, guests will have the opportunity to visit the Community Resource room where numerous organizations will provide information helpful to parents and families in the community. For more information on Parent

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PRIVATE AND CHARTER SCHOOLS Ladensack signs letter of intent as a junior North Central resident Ellie Ladensack, a senior at Xavier High School, was the first Xavier volleyball player to not only commit but also sign a National Letter of Intent. Ladensack, who will play volleyball for Concordia University in Irvine, Calif., Ellie Ladensack signed on April 5, when she was still a junior. Seeking a smaller university to study nursing while remaining a student athlete led Ladensack to Concordia. The university set an unprecedented women’s volleyball record last year of 37-2, while not loosing a conference game. Dan Fisher, Concordia’s women’s volleyball coach, was named NAIA Coach of the Year.

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Members of Xavier College Preparatory’s Mock Trial team confer during faux court proceedings (submitted photo).

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All Saints’ sets Open Houses All Saints’ Episcopal Day School, 6300 N. Central Ave., has scheduled its annual series of fall and winter Admission Open Houses: Nov. 7, Dec. 5, and Jan. 23, 2013. All Open Houses begin at 9 a.m. in Manning Hall. Each event features campus tours lead by Parent Ambassadors with an opportunity to meet with admission officers and division heads. Reservations are suggested, but not required. Call 602274-4866, ext. 220. If your schedule does not permit you to attend an Open House, call to schedule an individual tour. Application materials for the 2013-2014 school year will be available after Oct. 1. For more information, visit www.aseds.org.

Midtown’s parents also are partners Midtown Primary School considers its parents a very important part of the educational partnership. The child, the parents, teachers and administrators all are part of the team that makes education come together for the student. In order to support the parent’s part of that team, Midtown has been offering weekly Quick Tips for parents, along with monthly parenting classes. Each weekly flier has a helpful hint, such as preventing discipline problems, creating more time for your children, the value of play, and discipline strategies. Parenting classes are offered on the

first Wednesday of each month at 2:50 p.m. Upcoming class topics will range from “Let’s Talk Testing” or “How to Help with Homework” to “Reality Parenting” and “Discipline 101.” The classes are open to the community. The next one takes place Oct. 3 in the school office, 4735 N. 19th Ave., located in the educational wings of Westminster Presbyterian Church. Call 602-265-5133 for details.

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strong” as they share the journey with each other. She keeps up with her long-time friends and starts new friendships with other women in the support group. In between meetings, Karen rallies her fellow caregivers together for lunch. “She is a model caregiver,” said Brett Petersen, Duet’s director of Caregiver Services. “She takes care of her husband so much, but she still makes time for other friendships.” The Alzheimer’s Caregiver Group is held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the Church of the Beatitudes, 555 W. Glendale Ave. Other specialty groups and general caregiver groups also are held each month. Call 602-274-5022 or visit duetaz.org for more information. Call Duet before attending a group for the first time.

Senior Living Educational, fun events at center The Sunnyslope Senior Center, 802 E. Vogel Ave., offers a monthly calendar of events to entertain, educate and enliven. This month’s events include: • Shopping trip to the Chris-Town Walmart, 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9. Suggested RAR is $2.50. Sign up at the front desk. • A Breast Cancer Awareness & Education Ice Cream Social, 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, with guest Phil Hendricks. • How to Make Journaling a Habit, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16, with Diane Williams, who has degrees in counseling and journaling. • Free Blood Pressure Checks, 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 18. • A visit to MacAlpine’s for lunch at the soda fountain and browsing antiques, 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23. Suggested RAR is $2.50. Bring money for lunch. Sign up at the front desk. • Writing Your Memoirs, 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24. For more information on these and other programs, call the center at 602256-4387.

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Just show up and have fun. In addition, Sunrays has partnered with Hubbard Family Swim School to host their fourth-annual “Swim & Gym Festival” to raise money for Phoenix Children’s Hospital. The event takes place 3-6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3. Children of all ages, including babies and toddlers, are welcome and will get to enjoy free gymnastics and dance classes. Children and adults should bring their swimsuits and towels to enjoy a free family swim and water fun. There also will be live music, Phoenix police cars and a fire truck to explore, bounce houses, face painters, an appearance by Miss Arizona 2012, and plenty of food vendors, vendor booths, and much more. The event will be held in the parking lot between the Hubbard Family Swim School and the Arizona Sunrays Dance Center, located at 13832 N. 32nd St. Admission is free but donations to Phoenix Children’s Hospital are encouraged. For more information, call 602-9925790 or visit www.arizonasunrays.com or www.hubbardswim.com.

Literacy festival has fun for all The nonprofit Friends of the Phoenix Public Library will host a free Family Literacy Festival in Margaret T. Hance Park on Saturday, Oct. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be presentations by children’s authors Steven Riley and Lynda Exley and the Mad Science crew (www.madscience.org). The first 2,500 children will receive a free book and bookbag courtesy of Kids Need to Read (www.kidsneedtoread.org). Festival activities will be divided into four age-appropriate areas. Activities include a video game truck, photo booth, button making, crafts, face painting, rock wall, bounce houses and more. The Arizona Avengers and other storybook characters and mascots will be in attendance to meet and greet young readers. Festival attendees can use their library card to enter a raffle for a netbook or a Nook Tablet. The park is located at 1134 N. Central Ave.. For more information, visit www.plfriends.org or call 602534-5208.

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Oct. 5-7 St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church 4530 E. Gold Dust Ave. Featuring Middle Eastern favorites including hummus, tabouli, shwarma, kebabs, gyros and falafel and a 50-foot long dessert table, plus entertainment, a children’s area, hookah lounge and Arabic coffee and sweets. Admission is free. Located southwest of Shea and Tatum. Hours are 5-9 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday. Visit www.StGeorgeFoodFestival.org.

52nd Annual Greater Phoenix Greek Festival Oct. 12-14 James A. Speros Community Center, Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 1973 E. Maryland Ave. 602-264-2791 Ethnic cuisine, cooking demos, cathedral tours, folk dancers, authentic regional costumes, entertainment throughout the day, a grocery market, art and jewelry vendors and more. Hours are 5-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $3, children age 12 and younger admitted for free. Visit www.phoenixgreekfestival.org.

Oct. 26-28 Phoenix Convention Center, South Hall 100 N. 3rd St. 415-447-3205 Features hundreds of top artists and crafters from across the nation specializing in a variety of “Made in America” handmade items including woodwork, blown glass, ceramics, paintings, jewelry and photography. Also included are performances, demonstrations, contests, a Kidzone and more. Tickets are $9 for adults, $7 for seniors age 62 and older, and $4 for youths ages 13-17, and are good for all three days. Visit www.harvestfestival.com.

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Zombie Walk 4 2-11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27 Heritage Square and Science Park 115 N. 6th St. 602-744-6415 The Zombie Walk meanders through Downtown. Events at the park afterward include costume contests, live music, Ghostbusters, a blood drive, horror movie screening, fortunetellers, food vendors and fun for tiny ghouls on up to freakish adult Zombies. Visit http://downtownphoenix.com.

Trunk and Treat Spooktacular 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 30 Mountain View Police Precinct 2075 E. Maryland Ave. This family-friendly event includes “ghoulish” games, a costume contest, pumpkin decorating contest, treats and more. Free and open to the public. Come haunt the hall of the Mountain View Precinct!

A bounty of arts events in Phoenix The cooling weather signals outdoor festival season in Arizona, kicking off with three large-scale events in October sure to please the artist in everyone.

Festival of the Arts The third annual Herberger Theater Festival of the Arts returns to downtown Phoenix 12-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6. This diverse and family-friendly event

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Sunnyslope Art Walk Enjoy live music and original art at the Sunnyslope Art Walk from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, along a quarter-mile stretch of Central Avenue from Dunlap Avenue south to the canal. More than 100 artists will show and sell their original work ranging from painting and photography to jewelry and fiber wearable. Along the way, live local music will include bands The Amazing Coconauts and Refugees from the ‘60s. “This is the 10th Art Walk and the community has been so supportive,” said Christina Plante, neighborhood relations manager for John C. Lincoln Health Network. “Visitors get to see what we love so much about this unique Phoenix community and several local artists have really stretched their wings and grown as a result of this show. It’s a real point of pride for us.”

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Grand Avenue Festival The free Fourth Annual Grand Avenue Festival is set for 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, with an After Hours event from 8-10 p.m. Visitors will be able to pick up a brochure with a comprehensive listing of festival activities at any participating space or at the Festival headquarters at the Oasis on Grand, 1501 W. Grand Ave., on the day of the festival. Most

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‘Fauna/Fauna’ Oct. 5-Nov. 24 Willo North Gallery 2811 N. 7th Ave. 602-320-8445 An exhibition of work by local artists Carolyn Lavender and Christy Puetz will feature both new and rarely seen work by the artists, whose art has been widely shown in local and national galleries and museums. An opening reception takes place 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5. The gallery is otherwise open by appointment only. Visit www.willonorth.com.

The Choirs at Phoenix College Concert 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7 Faith Lutheran Church 801 E. Camelback Road The theme of the concert is “Intersections,” featuring music celebrating world unity and the 30th Olympiad. Admission is free but a $5 suggested donation is welcome.

Orchestra Concert 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9 Bulpitt Auditorium, Phoenix College 1202 W. Thomas Road The Phoenix College Community Orchestra performs Dvorak’s “New World” Symphony under the direction of Dana Graybeal. Admission is free.

‘The Sound of Music’ Oct. 10-11 & Oct. 13 Xavier College Preparatory 4710 N. 5th St. 602-240-3161 This classic American musical follows the life of a young novice, her duties as a governess, and the subsequent loves of her life - the children, their father and music. World War II provides the back-

ground, and the story is based on the actual Von Trapp family and their escape from the Nazi regime.. Show times are 7 p.m., with a matinee on Saturday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $7 each general seating. Reserve tickets by contacting the Jackson Box Office via phone or at pacbox@xcp, or purchase at the door.

‘Next to Normal’ Arizona Theatre Company Oct. 11-28 Herberger Theater Center 222 E. Monroe 602-256-6995 Featuring an electrifying pop-rock score of more than 30 songs, “Next to Normal” is an intense, tender and ultimately hopeful musical about a suburban family coming to terms with its past and bravely facing its future. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, nominated for 11 Tony Awards. Tickets start at $32. Discounts are available for seniors and active military; $10 student ticket pricing is now available for all performances. Visit www.arizonatheatre.org.

‘A Vampire Tale’ Scorpius Dance Theatre 7:30 p.m. Oct. 11-Nov. 3 Phoenix Theatre’s Little Theatre 100 E. McDowell Road 602-254-2151 In its ninth year of staging, this ever-evolving, original dance production will once again captivate audiences. Experience the dark and sexy drama, quirky, comedic episodes, visually stunning dance and aerial feats. Voted “Best Dance Production” by the Phoenix New Times. Shows are Thursday-Saturday, with a special performance on Halloween night. Also, some late-night double performances will be added at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 plus fees. For details, visit http://tickets.phoenixtheatre.com.

‘Lucia di Lammermoor’ Arizona Opera Oct. 12-14 Phoenix Symphony Hall 75 N. 2nd St. 602-266-7464 Set in the foggy moors and stately castles of 17th-century Scotland, this tragic romance tells the story of a family feud crushing the love and spirit of a fragile young woman. Contains one of opera’s great mad scenes. Single tickets begin at $25. Visit www.azopera.org.

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‘Two Trains Running’ Black Theatre Troupe Oct. 12-21 Playhouse on the Park 1850 N. Central Ave. 602-254-2151, ext. 4 The regulars of Memphis Lee’s restaurant in Pittsburgh struggle to cope with the turbulence of a world that is changing around them in 1969. The restaurant—and the rest of the block—is scheduled to be torn down as part of the city’s urban renewal plans. These projects are sweeping away communities and buildings that symbolize struggle and heritage. Tickets are $38. Visit http://www.blacktheatretroupe.org/.

‘A Haunting We Will Go’ Center Dance Ensemble Oct. 25-28 Herberger Theater Center 222 E. Monroe 602-252-8497 The stage will be filled with Dracula, zombies, a masquerade, and themed performances by several local guest companies. Tickets are $23.50 for adults, $18.50 for seniors and $9.50 for students, all plus box office fees. Lunchtime performances at 12:10 p.m. for $6 will take place Oct. 25-26. Visit www.herbergertheater.org.

Dia de los Muertos Celebration 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27 Phoenix Sympony Hall 75 N. 2nd St. 602-495-1999 Featuring Mexican Folklore Dance Company, Ballet Folklorico Ollin Yoliztli, and giant puppets onstage from Puppets Amongus. Sure to be a hit with the entire family, enjoy the color, pageantry and friendly chills as The Phoenix Symphony brings you both tricks and treats. Come one hour early with children for pre-concert festivities including the instrument petting zoo and crafts celebrating the Halloween season. Tickets are $11-$19 plus fees. Visit http://www.phoenixsymphony.org.

Native Code Talkers Exhibits Oct. 27-March 3, 2013 Heard Museum 2301 N. Central Ave. 602-252-8840 Two exhibits are designed to tell the story of the Code Talkers, the Native American men who helped turn the

tide of battle for the United States during World War I and World War II. “Native Words, Native Warriors” is a Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibit that focuses on the important role Native languages played in U.S. military efforts during the 20th century. This panel display about Native American Code Talkers will be complemented by “Navajo Code Talkers: Photographs by Kenji Kawano” as well as art and artifacts. Exhibits available with regular paid admission. Visit www.heard.org.

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‘Giselle’ Ballet Arizona Nov.1-4 Phoenix Symphony Hall 75 N. 2nd St. 602-381-1096 “Giselle” tells the story of a peasant girl who falls in love with a prince, but heartbreak and despair follow. Tickets are $26-$156, with discounts for seniors and students. Visit www.balletaz.org.

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Members of the Garcia family, (from left) Josh, Jill and George, continue the family tradition started by Jill’s father, Jack Grodzinsky, in offering quality food in large portions at an affordable price at the Miracle Mile Delicatessen (photo by Teri Carnicelli).

Café Chat Old favorites, fresh ideas at Miracle Mile By Teri Carnicelli When the doors open at 10:30 a.m., there’s usually a handful of customers waiting to come in. But business doesn’t really get hopping at the Miracle Mile Delicatessen until lunchtime, when two lines in the cafeteria-style eatery serve the hundreds of customers who come in to get a quick meal to take out, have a business lunch inside the spacious dining room, or meet old friends over old favorites. The Miracle Mile located in the Colonnade Mall at 20th Street and Camelback Road may have only been open since 2000, but the Miracle Mile name has been an icon in Valley dining for more than 60 years. Jack Grodzinsky, a Brooklyn transplant, started his restaurant business in the early 1950s with a small café next to a bus stop. Two years later he and his sisters purchased Herman’s Corned Beef Junction at McDowell Road and 16th Street. The area from 7th Street to 24th Street on McDowell Road was the first business district to be developed away from the downtown area and became known as the “Miracle Mile.” Grodzinsky decided to change the name of his restaurant to capitalize on the location. After a kitchen fire in 1954, Grodzinsky opened a new location at Park Central Mall on Central

Avenue and Earll Road. This particular location is where Miracle Mile’s “cafeteria style” concept was introduced. The restaurant lasted there for 46 years. Another restaurant opened in the Chris-Town Mall in 1965, serving that community for 43 years. It was at the Chris-Town location where George Garcia entered the picture, signing on as a busboy as a teenager. He met Grodzinsky’s daughter, Jill, when he was 15 and she was just 12, helping out in her family’s business. Years later the two would marry and take over the dayto-day operations from Grodzinsky, who passed away in 1998. Other restaurants have come—and gone—over the years, leaving the Colonnade location and one at the Scottsdale Promenade. The next generation has come into the picture, with George and Jill’s son, Josh, now handling much of the management responsibilities of the two locations. Jill still helps out occasionally with catering orders and George comes in almost every day to look things over, visit with customers, and troubleshoot where needed. “It’s in his blood,” Josh says. “He can’t stay away. It’s what he loves.” For Josh, it wasn’t necessarily a done deal that he would enter the family business. An avid tennis player in college, Josh spent a year and a half at Wimbledon in London as an intern in the marketing department. But in the back of his mind he always knew the family business was there if he wanted it,

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and his business administration degree from University of Redlands gave him the training he needed, on top of his lifetime exposure to the restaurant business. “I remember sitting on a pickle barrel behind the line doing my homework as a kid,” Josh recalls. “I grew up in this place, and I still love it here.” So, too, do a lot of the regular customers, who come in almost daily. If you want to know what the most popular menu item is, just stand in one of the two serving lines and listen. Day in and day out, it’s “The Straw”—a hot pastrami sandwich with sauerkraut and melted Swiss on rye or your choice of bread. Josh says that on average Miracle Mile goes through two tons (that’s 4,000 pounds) of pastrami every month, combined between the two locations. It’s hard to get good pastrami, he points out. At Miracle Mile, it’s served the way it should be—steamed to keep it moist and then sliced when you order it. “How many people have a meat steamer at their home?” he points out. “We do all the work for you and it tastes like it was meant to taste.” Miracle Mile is not just a sandwich (and burger and kosher hot dog) place. Every day customers can order hot entrees such as homemade macaroni and cheese and Hungarian-style stuffed cabbage, along with daily specials. The menu hasn’t changed substantially in 60-plus years. But Josh knows that the Colonnade location appeals to a business lunch demographic as well as casual lunch diners, and has put his marketing background to good use, adding social media tools to the e-mail blasts that tout upcoming specials. “We’re trying to get the younger generation to know about Miracle Mile as well,” he explains. He’s also looking to add a few new sandwich and salad selections to the menu before the end of the year, some of which take advantage of the popular avocado and bacon trends but with a Southwestern flair. “We like to keep some of our menu options fresh and current,” he points out. Hours are 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. For more information, visit www.miraclemiledeli.com or call 602-776-0992. For local restaurant listings, visit our Dining Guide at www.northcentralnews.net

Dining Briefs Mary Coyle donates Mondays to nonprofits Mike Stoffey, owner of Mary Coyle ‘Ol Fashion Ice Cream Parlor, has announced that beginning Oct. 1 the restaurant will be closed each Monday to all walk-in business. However, the ice cream parlor will “open” 6 to 9 p.m. to host fundraising events for any local philanthropic entity. “We will open for any pre-scheduled and appropriate nonprofit entity to host a fund-raising ice-cream social,” Stoffey explained. During these events, 20 percent of all proceeds will be given to the nonprofit. Mary Coyle ‘Ol Fashion Ice Cream Parlor is located at 5521 N. 7th Ave. To book a Monday night fund-raising event, call Ed Kolesar, general manager, at 602-265-6266.

‘Pink bagel’ featured at Paradise Bakery Paradise Bakery & Café is bringing back its popular Pink Ribbon Bagel for the month of October as the cafés join in the fight against breast cancer. The Cherry Vanilla Bagel is formed in the shape of a ribbon and enhanced with a mix of cherry chips, dried cherries, cranberries, vanilla, honey and brown sugar. A portion of the sale of each bagel ($1.25) benefits the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Paradise Bakery & Cafe has locations at 12th Street and Glendale Avenue, and the Arizona Biltmore shopping center at 24th Street and Camelback Road. For more information, visit www.paradisebakery.com.

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