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On the Cover

This issue’s Women in Leadership gathered in September on the Courthouse steps in downtown Prescott. These leaders make our local economy tick and thrive and we are honored to present them to you starting on page 36.

Photo by Blushing Cactus Photography

Sheri Shaw, Owner,

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Table of Contents

EXECUTIVE PUBLISHER

Elaine M.

Laurie

SALES & MARKETING

Laurie Fisher

Turetzky

Jacey Bailey

Leatherman

& DESIGN

Michele Rodriguez

Director

Lindsey Fojtik

Designer

Stephanie Vander Mel

Dobie

Hunter

Christia

OPERATIONS

Bea

Advertiser Index

A Better You IV Bar 44

A1 Garage Door Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153

Able & Ready Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

Aboost Wellness and Salon 105

Allstate Insurance Agency Binkley & Associates, LLC . . . 46

Amazing Foot Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

American Pacific Mortgage 41

Arizona Christmas City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

Arizona Field Optics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

Arizona Oncology 97

Artful Eye, Jewelry Design Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Artisan Aesthetics & Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Atomic Dronez 173

Back Alley Wine Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40, 191

Bashford Courts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Bella Home Furnishings 10

Blue Raven Landscape & Design . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Blushing Cactus Photography . . . . . . . . . . . 47, 108

Broken Horn D Ranch 35

Bubblegum Bliss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103

Bucky’s & Yavapai Casinos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Cardiac Care 92

Chubby Chuck’s Subs/ Old Stage Stop . . . . . . . . 166

Cliff Castle Casino Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Coldwell Banker Realty - Peter Fife 4

Colt Grill BBQ & Spirits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .183

Creative Desert Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

Cyndi Uelen Coaching 67

Downwinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Drawn West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Eagle Management and Events 33

Findlay Subaru of Prescott . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Findlay Toyota Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Findlay Toyota Prescott 196

Founding Fathers Collective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163

Framers Market & Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

GEICO 31

GG’s Unique Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Gourmet Beef . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173

Guidance Air 112

H2O Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59, 93

Haley Construction Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143

Hassayampa Inn 162

Hello Gorgeous Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Highlands Center for Natural History . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

Homeowners Financial Group/Dorn Mortgage 53

HomeSmart Fine Homes and Land - Carly Laipple . . 148

I Organize 4 You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61, 151

Jodi Gilray Pediatric Therapy 96

Joe’s Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Keller Williams Realty - Kellie Rutherford . . . . . . . . . 6

La Tierra Community School 120

LHM Financial Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

LUXE Real Estate Group - Elena Sanwick & Gwen Holloway 42

Matt’s Saloon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167

MCK Woodworks 70, 154

Medina Hospitality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Medina’s House Cleaning 158

Mountain Institute CTED 118

Museum of Indigenous People . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

Northern Arizona Council of Governments (NACOG) 68

Northern Arizona Social LLC 54, 55, 56, 76

Northpoint Expeditionary Learning Academy . . . . . .120

Optima Medical 89

Patriot Pest & Termite Control 140

Phippen Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188

Pioneer Title Agency - Angel Skinner 35

Ponderosa Hotel Group 189

Premiere Tax & Accounting Services PLLC . . . . . . . . 75

Prescott Chamber of Commerce 73

Prescott Flooring Brokers 159

Prescott Junction Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190

Prescott Maid To Order 151

Prescott Outpatient Surgical Center 91

Prescott Unified School District . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Prescott Women’s Clinic 81, 92

Purple Clover Boutique 58, 107

Realty One Group - Janet Bussell-Eriksson . . . . . . . . 69

Realty ONE Group Mountain Desert - John Murphy 157

Rogers Academy of Beauty 101, 119

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s - Terri Kiffer . . . . . . . . . . 64, 147

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s Int’l Realty 150

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s Int’l Realty - Laura Spaeth 153

S&M Electric, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Sacred Heart Catholic School 117

Sharlot Hall Museum 180, 187, 190

SHARP-Senior Health and Retirement Professionals 13, 45

StarStruck Event Planning 109

State Farm Insurance - Makayla Chadwick 70

Streets of New York - Prescott . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188

Studio ROX 66

SugarPine 57, 159

The Doctor’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

The Heart Shop (Let’s Get Healthy 4 You) 69

The Natural Healing Garden 50, 191

The Orme School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Thumb Butte Medical Center 102

Tiensvold Shaffer Wenzels CPA’s PLLC 72

Totally Floored . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Vivili Hospitality Group 71

Wade’s Furniture 158

Watters Garden Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52, 139

Whiskey River Tavern 62, 179

Willow Creek Charter 117

Wilson Aesthetics Beauty & Wellness . . . . . . . 72, 195

WingSpace CoWorking 79

Woodside Homes 145

Yavapai Block Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

Yavapai College Performing Arts Center 181

Yavapai Humane Society 43, 126-131

ZebraScapes LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

HELLO WE’RE

Jacey Bailey

Sales

Stephanie Vander Mel

Elaine M. Earle

Laurie Fisher

Publisher

Jenna Leatherman

Sales & Marketing Assistant

Bea Lueck

Lindsey Fojtik Graphic Designer

Keith Dobie

Media

Julie Turetzky Director of Public Relations

Media Manager

Photography by Blushing Cactus Photography

From the Publisher

Daring to Lead

Taking on a leadership role has numerous rewards but carries an equivalent amount of risk.

Leadership doesn’t exist without responsibility, and responsibility puts you in line for failure, blame, personal repercussions, even physical harm in some cases. It takes a certain level of bravery to put yourself in such a position, and those who do deserve our applause.

Women often face even higher pressure because of the multiple roles they juggle in the workplace and home, glass ceilings and the scrutiny of being the long-overdue “first” to hold a role.

So once again Prescott LIVING’s Fall Issue puts women in leadership roles in the spotlight, each with a special story. Our in-depth ROX Interview with Sheri Shaw, owner of the Back Alley Wine Bar, gives you a closer look at how she followed her passion for wine and hospitality into launching one successful business and is on the cusp of opening another while helping shape downtown Prescott’s redevelopment.

All the other women we highlight in this issue also started out with a dream or goal that may have seemed improbable to some, but, pursued it until it became a reality for themselves and everyone they wanted to serve. They are business owners, finance and real estate professionals, health care and wellness providers, community leaders, educators, restauranteurs and so much more. We feature a professional organizer, a personal coach, a jewelry designer and a photographer, but everyone’s path is just as unique.

And we at ROX Media are always proud to be a woman-owned-and-managed business, providing information, marketing and jobs to the Greater Prescott community. I am so proud of this publication we brought to this market five years ago and the others we’ve launched since: Prescott Healthy Living, Prescott NOW and Northern AZ Luxury Living.

Don’t miss our regular Biz, You and Fun features and sections on Home and Garden, Beauty and Style, Outdoor Living, Arts and Culture and Pets in this issue. It’s going to be a busy fall with Halloween and Thanksgiving and the holidays just around the corner!

Elaine Earle

Elaine Earle

Publisher, Prescott LIVING Magazine

“Women often face even higher pressure because of the multiple roles they juggle in the workplace and home, glass ceilings and the scrutiny of being the long-overdue ‘first’ to hold a role.”

Voices of the Community

At Prescott LIVING Magazine, our slogan is “The Voice of the Community” because we believe the stories in our local region are best told by the people, companies, nonprofits and governments that comprise our community. Here are the “voices” who helped make this issue possible!

Tod Christensen Managing Broker, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, Sedona

Kell Palguta Mayor, Town of Prescott Valley

Sheri L. Heiney President/CEO, Prescott Chamber of Commerce

Ken Lain Owner, Watters Garden Center

Maggie Tidaback Economic Development Project Manager, Town of Chino Valley

Marnie Uhl President & CEO, Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce

Loree Walden Marketing Manager, Yavapai Humane Society

Donna Werking

Owner, Marketing Agency Northern Arizona Social, LLC

John Hughes Mayor, Town of Dewey-Humboldt

Phil Goode Mayor, City of Prescott

Jack Miller Mayor, Town of Chino Valley

Michelle Stacy-Schroeder Recreation Services Administrative Supervisor, City of Prescott

The Prescott Pioneer

PRESCOTT | PRESCOTT VALLEY | CHINO VALLEY | DEWEY-HUMBOLDT

Wranglers Win IFL National Championship

From the worst to first in just one year.

That describes the Northern Arizona Wrangler football team and its winning the national Indoor Football League (IFL) championship Aug. 13 at the Dollar Loan Center in Henderson, Nevada.

By a narrow score of 47-45, the team defeated the Quad City Steamrollers from Moline, Illinois.

Remembering 9/11— 21st Anniversary

The Town of Prescott Valley is proud of the recognition it receives within Arizona and nationally for being one of only two communities in the state to sponsor a Healing Field display in recognition of the terrorist attack on the United States Sept. 11, 2001.

The other Healing Field was in Tempe.

This past year, PV Healing Field organizers posted 3,000 American flags on the Civic Center Lawn to honor the lives lost in the attacks in New York City, Washington, D.C. and Shanksville, Pennsylvania. They remained in place during Patriot Week, Sept. 9-17, when thousands of visitors paid homage to victims.

During Patriot Week, the community included the annual Patriot Run/ Walk on Sept. 10, followed by a 10:30 a.m. Blessing of the Field.

On Sept. 11, a solemn 6 p.m. ceremony included fire and police honor guards. It also included the National Anthem, a speaker, a rifle volley, and Taps by the American Legion Post and Honor Guard. Central Arizona Fire & Medical

Authority firefighters lowered a huge American flag from the Civic Center roof.

On Sept. 13, a 6 p.m. patriotic concert was performed by Scott Marshall and the Free Radicals at the Civic Center amphitheater.

The Prescott Valley Healing Field had its origin September 2012, when then PV Town Council member Mary Mallory (now a Yavapai County supervisor) spearheaded what has become an annual recognition.

A statement from the healing field website says: “It began as a simple way for one person to visualize and comprehend the sheer enormity of human loss that occurred in the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. As hundreds of volunteers gathered to help, it soon became evident that something much more was emerging. It became a personal gesture of support, a tangible expression of mourning, honor, and very healing experience.”

Through the years, the Healing Field in Prescott Valley has brought thousands of central and northern Arizona residents together in a display of patriotic unity.

Led by new Head Coach Less Moss, the new coaching staff finished the season with a winning 15-4 season. That’s a change from last year’s 1-13 season. It was only the second year of professional competition for the Wranglers.

The Wranglers come from Prescott Valley, the smallest market of the 16team IFL. The IFL is scattered across 13 states: from Arizona to Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, Massachusetts, Wisconsin, Ohio and Illinois. Arizona has the most teams with three — the Wranglers, the Rattlers in Phoenix, and the Sugar Skulls in Tucson.

Prescott Valley Town Manager Gilbert Davidson praised the Wranglers and its staff.

“The team surpassed all expectations this year by winning a national championship. They put our great community and the region on the map,” he said, adding that the entire region was proud of the players, coaches and supporters who created such a winning season.

This is the 14th consecutive year of competition in the IFL. Each team plays a 16-game schedule — eight home games, eight away. Wrangler management will be announcing the 2022-2023 schedule soon. The team is headquartered at Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley.

American flags covered the Civic Center grassed area in Prescott Valley in remembrance of 9/11 during Patriot Week, Sept. 9-17. Several activities were part of the annual Healing Field ceremony marking the 21st anniversary of the terrorist attack on America. (Photo by Ray Newton)

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Prescott City Hall Sale Moves Forward

Two finalists were selected from among the five bids from four bidders interested in purchasing the existing Prescott City Hall, City officials announced.

The finalists were Stroh Architecture and Silo Holding. The bids ranged from $2 million to $2.55 million: Stroh Architecture, Prescott, $2 million; Jacor Partners, Phoenix, $2.35 million; Silo Holdings, Show Low, $2.5 million; and to two bids from Ponderosa Hotel Management Prescott, both $2.55 million.

All bidding proposals indicated they would involve complete demolition of existing structures.

Centrally located at the corner of Goodwin and Cortez streets in downtown Prescott, investors consider the land quite valuable. Council members and officials have emphasized they anticipate it will be developed into a mixed-use project that includes retail, restaurants with possible residential uses, Deputy City Manager Tyler Goodman said.

The City still is deciding what to do with the full-wall mural covering the interior northern wall of the City Council Chambers and the outdoor cowboy statue at the west entrance.

The Mayor’s Commission on Facility

Prescott

Optimization and Property Usage is continuing closed discussions about the sale. When complete, rankings will be public information. When the sale is completed, proceeds will be used to help pay for the $7.55 million purchase and renovation of the new building on Montezuma Street.

Meanwhile, some city staff and some offices still function in the current building.

Lease Changes, Renovation Underway at Future City Hall

At the same time, consideration is focusing on final bids for the existing City Hall; other discussion is continuing about renovation of the future facility.

Most tenants of the Montezuma Street building have relocated. Ten companies have left since the City bought the former National Bank Building in June 2021. Only four tenants remain.

One, Guild Mortgage, agreed to move from its former third floor office space to the second floor so construction can begin on what will be a large City Chambers space on that third floor.

New space is designed for a 256-person occupancy — double what the current chambers seating space hold.

City Deputy Recreation Services Director Tim Legler said the City had a $1.1-million agreement with Haley Construction, a Prescott-based company, to complete reconstruction of that third-floor space previously occupied by Guild Mortgage.

Chamber space will be connected to City Council offices through a connecting hallway. Construction is underway.

Construction is also scheduled for space on the second floor for Human Resources and Community Development offices.

Estimated cost for renovations will total around $4.5 million. These funds will come from several sources — the general fund, the street special revenues fund, the water enterprise fund, and the solid waste enterprise fund.

Complete relocation of existing City Hall services and offices into the new building is months away, Goodman said: “We do plan to move more personnel in coming months. What is still unknown is when the Community Development and Utility Billing counters and public services will be moved to the new building. We’ll be sure to give substantial public notice prior to that occurring.”

The existing City Hall has attracted five bids ranging from $2 million to $2.55 million for its purchase, with two bidders — Stroh Architecture and Silo Holdings — named as finalists. (Photo by Ray Newton)

Sheri Shaw’s WINE BAR BRINGS THE BACK ALLEY UP FRONT

by Laurie Fisher, Associate Publisher, Prescott LIVING

IF ANYONE COULD HAVE BEEN BORN TO DO WHAT THEY’RE DOING NOW, IT’S SHERI SHAW. AN ARIZONA NATIVE, SHE WAS EXPORTED TO THE NORTHEAST AS A CHILD BUT CAME BACK AS SOON AS SHE COULD AFTER HIGH SCHOOL.

If anyone could have been born to do what they’re doing now, it’s Sheri Shaw. An Arizona native, she was exported to the northeast corner of the country as a child but came back as soon as she could after high school.

Knowing in her bones how to juggle a long list of tasks while ensuring her customers’ needs are met, she parlayed her talents into both the hospitality and health care industries; her love for science threading into a nursing career.

After she and her husband Peter Lowenstein, a sales executive, came up from metro Phoenix to turn their Prescott vacation home into their full-time residence. She decided to retire from nursing and became a business owner, opening a boutique in Bashford Courts, across the street from Courthouse Plaza.

Yet her original love for the bar business was calling to her, and she felt Yavapai County’s booming wine industry demanded a bigger presence in town. A full-fledged concept of a wine bar for downtown sprang to her jet-lagged mind during a trip to Israel, so she sold the boutique and opened the Back Alley

Wine Bar in 2019 at 156 S. Montezuma St., behind Van Gogh’s Ear and the Prescott Western Heritage Center.

By then she’d already become a leader among the business owners behind the Prescott Downtown Partnership (PDP) and guided downtown revitalization consultant and Flip This Town author Ron Drake around the historic core; his report led to improvements to the alley between iconic Whiskey Row and the downtown parking garage, where she’d just opened her wine bar.

Since then, she’s been busy with her thriving enterprise as it’s become a hub for aficionados of wines from the Verde Valley and across the world, surviving pandemic closures to become a hub for live music (Tuesdays and Thursdays) and wood-fired pizza (Thursdays).

And she’s on the cusp of opening a cheese shop just across the alley, as her skills and drive keep her at the forefront of the Greater Prescott wine bar scene.

For more about the Back Alley Wine Bar, visit www.backalleywine.com or call 480.570.5131.

After an 18-mile race up in Flagstaff.

Prescott LIVING:

We’re here with Sheri Shaw from Back Alley Wine Bar. Sheri, tell us a little bit about where you were born and raised and your school experiences.

Sheri Shaw: I am actually an Arizona native. I was born in Arizona, but my family moved back East to Pennsylvania when I was about 7. My uncle owned a bar and a restaurant there and my mother ran it. I literally grew up in the bar. I lived upstairs.

I started my bar business career when I was 7 years old. Bagging clams and slicing meat and chopping carrots and picking up beer bottles in the parking lot. I was always doing something. Then I was the dishwasher and the bus girl. Then I waited tables and then when I grew up, I bartended. I did pretty much every aspect of it.

Prescott LIVING:

You came back to Arizona after high school. What drew you back?

Sheri Shaw: Arizona was just always home. I always missed it and I always wanted to come back. I came back in 1990.

Prescott LIVING:

Big change, I assume. I’ve never been to Pennsylvania …

Sheri Shaw: My family had moved away so there was really wasn’t much left for me. I just wanted to be out West. I continued in the bar business until I was about 30 years old. I decided in my mid20s that I wanted what I thought was a “real career,” so I went to nursing school. I was a nurse for 17 years. It just became what I didn’t want to do anymore and I figured I needed to get back to my roots.

Prescott LIVING:

Where did you nurse? What part of the country?

Sheri Shaw: Mostly in Scottsdale. I worked in the ER in a Level 1 trauma center and then I flew, I was a flight nurse for a little while, out of Parker and out of Kingman. The Grand Canyon was in my territory.

It was very cool, but working trauma takes its toll and I decided it was time to retire. I had been thinking about getting back into the bar business and I realized

with all the bars on Whiskey Row we didn’t have a wine bar. The Arizona wine industry has just exploded in the past 15 years and we didn’t really have any good representation of it here. We needed something a little bit different.

Prescott LIVING:

Do you use what you learned in the nursing career still today? Do you ever use any of that?

Sheri Shaw: It’s funny. What I learned working in the bar business is actually what benefited me as a nurse so it’s kind of the opposite. When you work in the bar business, or if you’re waiting tables, you learn to do 17 things at once, which comes in handy when you’re an ER nurse, too. I already had that skill set where I could just do a million things all at once and prioritize and triage, if you will.

Prescott LIVING:

When did you and your husband first come to Prescott and why?

Getting ready to take flight during her stint as a flight nurse.

A quick stop at Horseshoe Bend during a 3-day running adventure.

Sheri Shaw: We had a little vacation home up here. I was sad every Sunday when we had to drive back down to the Valley because I love Prescott. I’m a trail runner and I can run up here year-round without worrying about dying of heatstroke.

I love the trails up here. I love the cooler weather. I love the whole vibe of downtown Prescott. My husband was able to work remotely, so in 2011 he said, if you can find a job up here, we’ll move up permanently. Nine days later, I had a job up here. I literally started nine days later and Pete was like, what, really? I’m like, yeah, pack up the house, we’re moving!

I nursed up here for a couple of years before I decided that I wanted to get out of it and do this.

Prescott LIVING:

Then when did you decide to open the bar?

Sheri Shaw: 2018. I was actually on a trip to Israel and I had really bad jet lag and I was up all night while my husband and my dad slept. The entire idea came to me. I thought that we need a wine bar in Prescott that features Arizona wine and music. I owned The Little Boutique in Prescott at the time; I sold that. This bar was open less than a year later from that trip, from the idea. I started looking at spaces as soon as I got home. I had just eaten at Limoncello’s and I came down and I saw the “for rent” sign and I peeked in. I saw the brick walls, I saw that fire door, and I instantly knew, this is the space. It took a while to make the deal and get it going. My friend, Deb Butitta, who has since passed away, helped me immensely. We got the deal done and she and I sat here and drank Champagne out of Dixie cups and we signed the lease.

Prescott LIVING:

What was here before?

Sheri Shaw: It was PK Bootmaker. Paul Krause made custom boots and still does, he was just getting a little too much foot traffic here. For a year, people would pop in and want me to make them boots. Before that, I don’t know.

Originally, in front, that was Sam Hill’s Hardware, the original one. This was the warehouse. It was also a stable at one time. They would bring horses and buggies up. I just fell in love instantly with this space.

Prescott LIVING:

I can see why. I mean, it’s gorgeous in here. You guys have done a lot of work, but

Running with her two favorite running partners.

just the bones of the brick are beautiful. When did you open?

Sheri Shaw: We opened in March 2019. We were shut down about two days before our one-year anniversary for COVID, and then we were one of the bars that got shut down the second time, too. 2020, I don’t even count then as being in business, truly.

Prescott LIVING: How long have you been a wine aficionado?

Sheri Shaw: I worked in a small wine store when I was in nursing school and I knew I liked to drink wine, but I knew nothing about

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Mayor Phil Goode PRESCOTT

MORE OPEN SPACE

“Earlier this year, Prescott City Council approved purchase of over 300 acres of property, for the purpose of natural open space in the Granite Dells. The land was acquired from the Storm family, following a letter of intent approved by Council on Nov. 9, 2021.

“This strategic acquisition of property meets the criteria as set forth in the 2009 Council-adopted Open Space Master Plan, and will provide for outdoor recreation and use for generations to come. Acquiring this last segment of the Storm Ranch is a monumental accomplishment, which demonstrates the City’s ongoing commitment to open space preservation.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Veterans Day Parade Friday, Nov. 11; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Opening ceremonies will take place at 10:30 a.m. on stage at Cortez and Union streets. More information at 928-777-1552 or www.prescott-az.gov.

Holiday Light Parade & Bonfire Festival Saturday, Nov. 26; 6 to 9 p.m. Downtown, 120 S. Cortez St. Kick off the holiday season in Arizona’s Christmas City when 35-40 festively illuminated floats light up the evening with Prescott’s Holiday Light Parade. Bonfire festivities to follow at Mile High Middle School Field.

IMPORTANT WORK AHEAD

“City Council confirmed membership of the Prescott General Plan Committee; seven members will serve through the approval of the new General Plan, which is due by 2025. The General Plan was last adopted in 2015 and must be updated every 10 years in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes. Citizen participation is required for the creation of a plan to be adopted by the City Council for the General Plan updates, which will then be approved by voters by 2025. Congratulations to our citizen appointees: Ralph Hess, Rod Moyer, Jim Huffman, Deborah Thalasitis, Gary Worob, Terry Sapio and Andre Carman. The Committee has already begun work. You can find their meeting agendas and minutes on the City website.”

Applications to participate at www.prescottdowntown. com; sponsored by the Prescott Downtown Partnership. Check out more holiday events at www.ArizonasChristmasCity.com.

40th annual Christmas Parade — Superhero Christmas Saturday, Dec. 3; 1 to 3 p.m. Downtown Prescott, 17 W. Goodwin St.

68th annual Courthouse Lighting Saturday, Dec. 3 Music starting at 5:50, lighting 6 to 6:30 p.m.; Downtown Prescott, 120 S. Cortez St.

More information at PrescottChamber/Facebook.com, www.prescott.org and 928-445-2000.

“This will be a true legacy in the long run. Thank you to Joe Baynes, the Storm Family and everyone involved.”

Closer

Mayor Kell Palguta

PRESCOTT VALLEY

“Our Town Council’s Strategic Plan is the foundation we focus on to make Prescott Valley the premier place to live. Just recently, the Town opened another splash pad and eight new pickleball courts at Antelope Park. This is a great example of Prescott Valley working to add amazing amenities for all ages to enjoy. The Town has also recently completed its first Disc Golf Course at Santa Fe Park off Glassford Hill Rd. This course allows residents of all ages to get out and enjoy the open space this park has to offer. Soon we will be exploring more outdoor recreation options, including more mountain biking and hiking trails in the Glassford Hill area.”

Mayor Kell Palguta

HALLOWEEN FUN: Don’t miss Haunting on the Green, Prescott Valley’s fun Halloween event, on Friday, October 28 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Prescott Valley Civic Center. Activities will include a bike rodeo, costume contest, face painting, bounce houses, pumpkin painting and a scavenger hunt! For information on this event, call PV Community Services at 928.759.3090.

MORE HALLOWEEN FUN will happen on Monday, Oct. 31 from 4 to 7 p.m. as the Prescott Valley Early Bird Lions sponsor their annual Safe Trick or Treat event at Findlay Toyota Center, 3201 Main St. More than 2,000 children traditionally attend this event each year, where local businesses and organizations set up tables and hand out candy while admiring all of the creative costumes! For more information or to participate as a vendor, call Makayla at 307.699.4494 or Desmond,

more information,

SAVE THE DATE FOR AN ALL-NEW WINTER SPECTACULAR this year at the Prescott Valley Civic Center! The fun will happen from 2 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3, and include an entire afternoon of events culminating in the lighting of the Civic Center campus and a 40-foot Christmas tree, and the Night Light Parade. Activities will include performances, mini train rides for the kids, inflatables, pony rides, ice skating, face painting, balloon artists, food trucks, craft vendors and Santa! Watch the Prescott Valley Town Government Facebook page and the prescottvalley-az.gov web page for more information as the event gets closer! For more information or to sign up as a vendor, call Community Services at 928-759-3090.

Town of CHINO VALLEY

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“Chino Valley is a beautifully blended community of multigenerational residents, young families and a growing number of recent retirees,” says Vice Mayor Annie Perkins.

“Our townspeople have always come together in times of need, and our businesses support our close-knit community with donations of time and treasure for our youth programs, recreational activities and volunteer services to improve the quality of life in our town.

“In my opinion,

best of Chino Valley lies in the hearts and minds of our community stewards, and for that, I am extremely grateful.”

Harvest Fest

Chino Valley Food Truck Festival

Mounted Shooting

—Vice Mayor Annie Perkins

Town of DEWEY-HUMBOLDT

From Mayor John Hughes:

“I would like to thank the supporters and voters of the Town of DeweyHumboldt for re-electing me for another two-year term as your Mayor of the Town of Dewey-Humboldt. I am very grateful and honored to serve the citizens of our community as we continue to grow in bringing unity.

“I look forward to making a positive difference while working with our local businesses, inviting new businesses, our youth, our veterans and backing the Blue with our first responders.

“We all have a choice; join me and my family as we stand together to bring this town to its fullest potential. God bless you all!

Fall Events

Trunk or Treat

• Afternoon of Oct. 29

• Town Hall parking lot on Main Street

Call of Special Election Nov. 8

• June 7 Town Council members voted to have the vacant council seat go to election.

• This will be for one seat with a two-year term at the same time at the General Election.

DO YOU KNOW: Proper Disposal of Old American Flags?

When you take out your flag on Flag Day, you might find that it’s become torn and tattered. However, there’s no need to fret on how to dispose of it! Here is the most crucial thing you need to know: You should not throw your flag in the garbage.

Flags should always be treated with respect and honor because they represent those who worked, fought and sacrificed their lives for our rights and freedoms. They also represent all of us; the hard-working people who make this country something to be proud of.

Congress amended the Flag Code in 1976 to include the statement that the U.S. flag is a living entity and, as such, has all the rights, including the right to exist and expire with dignity.

According to the U.S. Flag Code, “The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.”

During November, you can drop off your old flag at Town Hall, 2735 S. Hwy 69, for proper disposal. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

“Always be thankful for our freedoms — thank a veteran every day for their service to our country!”

John Hughes, Mayor, Town of DeweyHumboldt

by Blake Herzog

2022 WOMEN

IN THE LEAD

Viola Jimulla was not born on the Prescott Yavapai Indian Tribe’s reservation where she served as its chief for 26 years because she was instrumental in its creation.

She worked with her husband and other local leaders, including Sharlot Hall and Grace M. Sparkes, to organize the effort and lobby Congress for recognition. The tribe started with 75 acres in 1935, with Sam Jimulla as its first chief, and grew to 1,400 acres 20 years later.

Viola took over as chief after Sam died in 1940 because, in her words, “I had to help my people in whatever way they needed.” She was a gentle but effective leader who improved her tribe’s living conditions while carrying on ancient basket weaving and other traditions cherished by her people.

Her tribe’s stipulation that land it gave up its claim to must be used for educational purposes supported the broader community through the creation of Yavapai College’s Prescott Campus.

Women have been serving their communities throughout Greater Prescott’s and Yavapai County’s history to make them a safer, brighter, healthier, more comfortable and humane place to be.

They make laws, start and run businesses, educate, protect us as first responders and health care workers and build, sell and furnish our homes. They provide us delectable, nutritious meals, give us places to relax and be pampered, secure our financial futures, facilitate communication and enliven our environment with art and fashion.

They make our cities and neighborhoods, forests and fields more livable for people and animals alike. These women are leaders because of their intelligence, experience and drive to help their people, in whatever way is needed.

In this issue of Prescott LIVING we pay tribute to many of them while knowing every other woman is a leader in her own way.

Unless noted separately, photos of the women are provided by Blushing Cactus Photography.

BACK ALLEY WINE BAR

Sheri’s bar and restaurant experience started at the age of 7 when she lived upstairs from her family’s business.

Never wanting to pursue a lifetime career in the bar business, she says, Sheri continued to work in the industry, serving tables, bartending and corporate training while she obtained her degree in nursing.

While studying to take her boards, she worked briefly in a small wine shop that did weekly tastings. This is where a lifelong passion for wine began. After 17 years as an ER, trauma and flight nurse, she decided it was time to get back to her roots.

Watching the Arizona wine industry take off over the previous decade, she realized that Prescott was in need of a wine bar that represented these wineries. That’s when the idea for the Back Alley Wine Bar was born. The bar opened in early 2019 and serves Arizona wines, wines from around the globe, and locally made craft beer and ciders.

Supporting Sheri’s other passion, the wine bar also has become a music venue with live music events throughout the week. Next for Sheri: Back Alley Cheese Bar — coming soon.

Back Alley Wine Bar

156 S. Montezuma St., Prescott 480.570.5131 | backalleywine.com

AMERICAN

Gayle has been in the mortgage industry for more than 35 years. That knowledge of the industry, along with excellent customer service, ensures her clients truly have a great experience.

Obtaining a mortgage can be a daunting experience. A consumer’s mortgage is usually the largest financial decision he or she will make. As there is a multitude of loan products available, it is of utmost importance to have a professional provide guidance through the process.

Ever-changing technology is a huge part of the mortgage industry, but customer service is alive and well at American Pacific Mortgage. Gayle believes technology is a great asset and a necessary convenience to the consumer. However, it cannot replace the human touch to make sure clients are receiving the loan that fits their needs. Gayle knows that “one loan does not fit all.” Her top priority is to make sure her clients are presented with, and understand, all options available to them. Gayle measures her success by each individual, satisfied customer.

Elena and Gwen are a dynamic real estate duo specializing in delivering the highest level of concierge real estate services to buyers and sellers of luxury real estate in Prescott and surrounding areas. Each bring talents and experience to the partnership that together make an unmatched combination.

As a resident of Prescott since 1999, Elena brings a deep understanding of the local community — through her ongoing philanthropic efforts and through raising two children in the local school system. Her reputation as a tough negotiator and strong client advocate is well-known.

After a successful corporate career in digital marketing, the lure of Prescott’s charms convinced Gwen to move to Arizona in 2014. Her real estate marketing expertise, social media acumen and subsequent results are frequently lauded.

Real estate transactions often come about as a result of one of life’s many difficult transitions. Elena and Gwen take a compassionate approach to each transaction, working to alleviate the typical stressors that accompany these times of change. Known for their professionalism, integrity, marketing expertise, and focus on relationships first, the Luxury Prescott team has an exceptional record of transactional success and client satisfaction.

YAVAPAI HUMANE SOCIETY

Loree has lived in Prescott for 12 years and can’t imagine living anywhere else. “The beauty that surrounds us here blows me away. Plus, this is such an animal loving community and to be a part of an organization that encompasses animal welfare

such an honor.”

What better job is there than coming to work every day hanging out with dogs and cats and being their voice?

“They don’t have any way to shout out ‘Hey come check me out’, but I can say it for them,” Loree says.

In January 2019 she accepted the position of marketing manager and couldn’t be happier doing what she does: “When you love going to work every day and seeing new furever families formed, that’s a very special thing.”

Loree enjoys spending time with friends and family, being outdoors by the lakes, road trips and hanging out with her true loves: cats Pooh Bear and Tigger, and German Shepherd/Chihuahua mix Cassidy Roo, who were all adopted from YHS over the last 11 years.

To sum up, Loree says “Caring for animals isn’t just what I do, it’s who I am, and I am blessed.”

A

YOU IV BAR

IV therapy has been around for decades, but has become extremely popular in the last few years. This option is an alternative treatment for simple ailments, such as people with autoimmune disorders, pain, dehydration, illnesses like the stomach flu, cold, Covid, sinus infections and more. The treatment boosts immunity, and decreases inflammation.

A Better You IV Bar in Prescott, Arizona gives clients the choice to live a happier, healthier life, limiting Emergency Room or hospital visits.

Even though Jaime continues to work part-time as a registered nurse for Dignity Health, she sought an alternative option for anyone who wants to benefit from improved health. Jaime has been working in healthcare for 26 years. Therefore, she understands the necessity of maintaining a balance of quality vitamins and minerals.

As a native Prescottonian and registered nurse for 21 years, Jaime is passionate about helping people live the best life possible. A Better You IV Bar is located in Prescott to serve clients. Plus, she has an office in Prescott Valley. In addition their mobile service provides IV infusions directly to you! Whether it be at the office, home, hotel, or anywhere else in the Quad City area, A Better You IV Bar is here to help!

SHARP

Natalie began her career in the Medicare world in 2002 with Humana, where she was consistently recognized as a top performer in a captive sales agent role for their Medicare division.

2008, she left the corporate world to become an independent agent, which allowed her to expand her portfolio of products to include all the Medicare insurers.

Never one to rest on her laurels, in 2014 Natalie partnered with long-time friend and associate Brian Kasper as co-founder of SHARP (Senior Health and Retirement Professionals) the premier Medicare agency in Yavapai County.

With two decades of experience, and having helped thousands of clients select their Medicare insurance, she says she enjoys hosting educational seminars at local venues as well as sitting across the table for personalized one-on-one meetings with clients.

Natalie credits much of her success to a single principle instilled by her father: “Some individuals regularly accomplish more at work, and at a faster pace, than those who lack ‘productivity’ as a work ethic. It was from him that I learned that we do not quit until the work we have tasked ourselves with is completed — and this has always served me well.”

NATALIE TOSALSON

HELLO GORGEOUS BOUTIQUE

Jamie is a single mother of “two amazing teenage daughters,” who craves life and all it has to offer.

“I absolutely love people and helping them to look and feel their best,” she says. “I was a personal trainer for many years and I loved transforming people’s lives by helping them transform their bodies.”

“I also have a passion for clothes and how the right outfit can make you feel confident, beautiful and powerful.”

Jamie first moved to Prescott when she was 19 in 2004 — since then she has moved to Prescott a total of four times.

“I can’t get away from this place for long because I absolutely love it here! I love how friendly people are and the beauty and charm of this amazing place,” she says.

The one thing it lacked, however, was a place for younger women to shop, so Jamie decided to make that happen and opened Hello Gorgeous Boutique.

She wanted to create a place for women of all ages to shop to look and feel their best. She says she has the sweetest employees, and together they have a blast with the customers.

KRISTIN E.

THE ORME SCHOOL

Kristin’s family (Flint) moved to Prescott from Phoenix in 1973, so she has seen a lot of changes over the years to the Prescott area. She and her husband of 34 years Todd have a home in Prescott and daughter and son-in-law who live in Salt Lake City.

Kristin says she’s passionate about her family, rescue animals and educating children.

She spent nine years working for The Orme School as the chief financial officer and past two years as the president. Kristin is passionate about the traditions, values and balanced approach Orme offers its students both inside and outside the classroom.

“We educate children on ‘how’ to think and not ‘what’ to think,” she says. Whether it’s at home, school, or anywhere in between, Kristin says every adult in the presence of a child should make them feel safe, cared for, and respected, with the same expectations in return.

Growing up in Prescott in a safe and loving family, in addition to her education and professional experience, provided Kristin a healthy confidence and overall strong balance in life she hopes to continue to share and teach through her work at The Orme School.

Orme School

GOODS FROM THE GARDEN

From weddings, anniversaries, memorials, birthday parties, showers, business meetings and award ceremonies to personal festivities, Prescott’s Goods from the Garden, Catering & Events, caters to the culinary tastes of businesses and families.

A Chicago native who inherited her grandmother’s Italian, classic American and baking magic, Debbie says food preparation is in her genes. She and her husband Richard began their current ventures in Prescott 12 years ago as co-owners of The Natural Healing Garden Massage and Wellness Center. Goods from the Garden started in 2015.

Debbie is a certified herbalist and shares the power of the plants in many of the catering company recipes. She is an ambassador with the Prescott Chamber of Commerce, member of Prescott Area Women Who Care and Prescott Valley Chamber member. Debbie and Richard plan to open Amazing Pies in the fall — featuring sweet pies, savory pies, hand pies, pizza pies and homemade ice cream.

Honors include:

• Best Of Greater Prescott — Caterer, 2020 and 2021, and Best Chefs, 2020 with PrescottLIVING Magazine.

• Best of Business — Catering 2019, 2020, 2021 by Quad City Business News

• Philanthropist of the Year – 2020, Prescott Chamber of Commerce

• Athena Award Finalist, 2020

DEBBIE MARANVILLE

CO-OWNER

Goods from the Garden, Catering & Events | 3250 Gateway Blvd, #516, Prescott 928.237.3214 | goodsfromthegarden.com

The Natural Healing Garden | 119 Garden St., Prescott

MEDINA HOSPITALITY

As an Arizona native growing up in Phoenix, Sara majored in business and real estate at ASU. During her time there, she met her future husband Nick Medina.

After graduation, Sara pursued a career in title and escrow; then later finance. The couple has two kids, Jarod and Avery. Their son is attending ASU and their daughter will be attending Washington State University.

The couple has been investing in residential and commercial real estate since 2005. In 2007 they started Medina Enterprises and then Medina Hospitality in 2018. They currently manage a real estate portfolio that includes hospitality and commercial properties.

“When we purchased The Motor Lodge in January 2021, it was a new and exciting challenge for us,” Sara says. “Since then we have also brought on the Grand Highland Hotel and The Prescott Pines Inn.”

Having a great team in place allows the businesses to constantly be improving the guest experience and creating new and exciting experiences, she says.

“My next challenge is to start the Yavapai College wine program in the fall and dive deeper into the world of wine and see where that may lead!”

MCKENZIE LAIN OWNER/MANAGER

McKenzie is a dirt dealer, pottery purchaser and houseplant heroine who searches the merchandise jungles for the rarest finds. She is a third-generation owner with deep Arizona roots and a master’s degree in family therapy. Also, she is a mini-schnauzer mama, power forward, avid hiker and lakeside weekend warrior.

DOREEN STORZ

BOOKKEEPER

Beach camper, crafter, glue-gunslinger, book balancer, number cruncher and money manager, Doreen is the wizard behind the back-office curtain. She’s also an aerobics instructor, RV traveler, Maltese rescuer, jewelry maker and community volunteer.

AMY LANGLEY MANAGER/BUYER

She’s a Word wizard, team leader and the fiery force behind merchandising, marketing and motivation. Amy also is a rose wrangler, bug battler, Halloween decorator, expert tree hugger and devoted dog mom who adores the outdoors, sci-fi, DIY and sarcasm.

LISA WATTERS-LAIN

OWNER/GENERAL MANAGER

Lisa is mother, grandmother, dog lover, frequent loser of garden gloves, a fierce community supporter and family touchstone. Hiker, traveler and plant professional with a lifetime of experience, she is a nursery ninja and master manicotti maker. Lisa is a veritable vault of Star Trek knowledge.

THE DIRT ON WATTERS’ WOMEN IN BUSINESS

HOMEOWNERS FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

Laurie opened her award-winning Prescott based lending office in 2006.

“I am honored to support our veterans, active military and public personnel. It is my goal to personally meet with every single family we assist,” she says.

By partnering with local real estate industry leaders, the goal is to ensure residents can obtain housing. Laurie is married to a former SOC (Seal) USN Ret and retired law enforcement officer. While she serves Arizona, California and Colorado, they call Prescott home.

Laurie’s community support includes: The Care Fund, America’s Mighty Warriors, Bethany’s Gait Ranch & Lissa’s Legacy, Hope Fest, Wounded Warrior Project, Navy Seal Foundation, Boulder Crest Foundation and Breast Cancer Foundation.

She received the Outstanding Service & Achievement Award — Homes for Heroes, earned Top 1% of Top Performers and Top Woman Originators in America.

Equal Housing Lender

NORTHERN AZ SOCIAL

Donna moved to Prescott in 1995. She received her marketing and business management education at Delaware State University, Yavapai College and Northern Arizona University.

Her professional career began as the director of corporate sales and partnerships for a professional sports team. The experience paved the way for her career in marketing. She quickly identified a growing demand for digital and social media marketing in Prescott.

Northern AZ Social, LLC was established in 2015 and has evolved into a premier, fullservice agency that specializes in traditional media and digital marketing strategies.

In 2021, Northern AZ Social was named 10 Best Social Media Agencies in Arizona by Influence Grid and Kicksta and named Best Marketing Agency in the Quad Cities Business News for five consecutive years.

Donna and her talented team are recognized for their customized programs for a multitude of clients across northern Arizona. This year, the company was named in the Top 3 marketing agencies in Arizona by SocialAppsHQ.

Donna also was featured on PBS’s documentary Road Trip Nation as an Arizona leader in her industry. She supports the community by donating her time on committees, nonprofit boards and volunteering.

NORTHERN AZ SOCIAL

Bria Lopez provides a multitude of responsibilities for Northern AZ Social, LLC. Her roles include Account Executive and Social Media Strategist. With close to eight years of experience in the field, Bria has worked with a wide array of clientele, including companies such as Amazon. She currently holds an Associate in Graphic Design, a Photography Certificate and a Bachelor’s in Applied Human Behavior.

Bria listens to the clients’ needs to successfully communicate their message through aesthetic design and strategic marketing. She is most passionate about developing branding that tells a company’s story in an authentic way. Her innate ability to understand the clients’ vision has made her an invaluable asset to the team.

AZ SOCIAL

Clare develops engaging and innovative digital and print designs for clients across a broad range of industries. She’s highly adept at visual strategy, layout development, branding, print and new media advertising.

She helps Northern AZ Social’s clients achieve business development and business growth goals through forward-thinking graphic designs and strategies. Clare enjoys creating customerfocused designs, frequently working on such projects as websites, product packaging and advertising campaigns. She focuses on graphic design work with marketing and visual branding, which includes everything from creating logos, imagery, typography, colors and creative design.

Clare moved to Prescott Valley seven years ago from Washington. She graduated from Yavapai College with an Associate’s Degree in Applied Science in Graphic Design, where Clare earned several art scholarships as well as awards for her commitment to excellence.

During her free time, Clare says she loves to spend time with her husband, their mini-Australian Shepherd and exploring Arizona.

SUGARPINE & LANTANA DESIGN STUDIO

Growing up in Southern California in a family of builders, designing and building custom homes was what came natural to Linda. She and her husband Keith have made a career of creating beautiful projects for their clients for over 38 years.

“It’s been a rewarding and creative experience here in Prescott, where we were lucky enough to raise our young family,” Linda says. “We are one of the few builders that incorporate our own design studio, Lantana Design Studio, into our team. Two designers and a draftsman on staff help make the building process seamless and enjoyable.”

SugarPine is Linda’s current obsession. The home décor/lifestyle boutique, opened a year ago this November, is “filled with beautiful goods of all sorts.” She says she wants people to stop in and lift their spirits as they shop for something special for themselves, a friend or their home. Its interior is a place of serenity and inspiration.

SugarPine is a dream that has come to fruition.

When Linda is not at one of her businesses, she can be found searching for new and unique building materials and goods for the boutique or “spending time with my sweet grandchildren!”

PURPLE CLOVER

Purple Clover was established in February 2018 by Michelle and Maria. Longtime friends and fashion lovers, both were ready for a new challenge. After surveying the Prescott retail landscape, it became clear to them that “everybody’s hometown” could use more options in clothing, jewelry and accessories. Besides carrying recognizable name brands, Purple Clover seeks out unique items from smaller companies and designers.

One of the greatest joys for both Michelle and Maria is finding something special and bringing it into the boutique. Both ladies love their location in the historic Bashford Courts mall and being a part of downtown Prescott. Purple Clover truly has styles for customers of any age. In their charming 1,500-square-foot shop there is a true variety of casual items for everyday wear and special occasions. With autumn in the air and new items arriving daily, now is the perfect time to visit Purple Clover.

MICHELLE BECK

H2O HEALTH WATER AND WELLNESS SOLUTIONS

Vickie is a compassionate advocate of clean water, health, nutrition and “green living.

She says she is stunned that while the medical field is advancing with breakthrough science every day, today 1 out of 2 people are developing cancer, and heart disease is still the leading killer in the U.S.

Vickie started her career at young age working in a hospital lab. After graduating college in 1977, she felt a calling to help others by teaching about healthy and clean living.

As a lifelong student of health, the human body and the environment, Vickie has been called the “mad scientist” and says that she is. Vickie is furious people are dying far too young because of what they “don’t” know.

Vickie has created and published a green magazine, developed ergonomic products and built a successful international business. She has taught thousands of classes on health, nutrition, water, toxins and chemicals and what’s going on with our food and water.

She says she loves enlightening people and challenging them to take control of their health.

Vickie takes every opportunity to share what’s really going on and why we are a very sick nation — every chance she gets.

THE ARTFUL EYE JEWELERS

Cara has worked at The Artful Eye in what she says is “beautiful downtown Prescott” for the last 15 years: “I absolutely love my job.”

As a custom jewelry designer, Cara says her favorite part of the job is taking old, broken, unwanted jewelry and creating it into something customers will love to wear again.

The on site jewelers and designers at the store have won numerous national awards for creating stunningly unique jewelry.

Cara says she is proud to be part of the team voted Best Jeweler in Prescott by the Daily Courier and voted one of America’s Coolest Stores by Instore Magazine. The store has been operating in Prescott for 25 years.

“Be sure to come in, bring me your old jewelry and let us create something beautiful for you! I’ll show you why we were voted one of America’s Coolest Stores,” she says.

Artful Eye Jewelers 124 S. Montezuma St., Prescott 928.445.5570 | www.artfuleyejewelers.com

MARYANNE KELLY FOUNDER

Maryanne’s company organizes,

stages homes, files, packs, and unpacks for clients in the greater Prescott area.

She and her highly experienced team have been working in the greater Prescott area for more than 11 years, and I Organize 4 You, LLC, is a Better Business Bureau A+ rated company. It upholds high standards of ethics, confidentiality, professionalism and friendliness.

Maryanne and each member of her team have always had a passion for organizing. She is a professional member of the International Association of Professional Organizers and also a retired mental health counselor. Her counseling background lends empathy to clients who feel overwhelmed and stressed with their living space.

Maryanne is an animal lover and a hiker, with three grown children. She also is a volunteer in Prescott, working with seniors.

WHISKEY RIVER TAVERN

Whiskey River Tavern was established by four friends who wanted to create a space for local musicians to play their music and locals to relax and enjoy the talented artists.

Cathy and Laurie, primary owners, strive to ensure excellent customer service, top-notch live music every Wednesday through Sunday and delicious meals.

Cathy is the Managing Member of HELIUS, LLC and has been a resident of Prescott since 2008.

HELIUS is a helicopter powerline construction company which is based out of the Prescott Regional Airport. As a mother of four, she is a strong proponent of enriching the community with the great history of Prescott and a strong supporter of the Prescott Unified School District.

Laurie, who is the Vice President of Marketing and Associate Publisher of Rox Media Which publishes Prescott Living, loves hiking, biking, kayaking and spending time outside with her family and many pets.

Whiskey River’s hamburgers won Best of Prescott 2022, which is a great honor as a new small business. Additionally, Whiskey River offers the option to hold private events. With the expanding Entertainment District of Whiskey Row, Whiskey River Tavern — with its dog-friendly patio — adds another stop to a fun evening at Whiskey Row.

JENNIFER

ARTISAN AESTHETICS & WELLNESS

Jennifer is a registered nurse who specializes in advanced medical aesthetics and has a passion about educating.

She says she and dual-certified nurse practitioner Phil Schafer have built an exceptional team of highly trained providers to make an impact in the lives of their patients with nonsurgical aesthetic procedures that revitalize and optimize wellness through bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, IV therapies, injectables and medically managed weight loss.

Jennifer says she and her team are passionate about providing the community with custom tailored and nonsurgical treatments for optimal, yet natural looking results.

Having trained alongside top U.S. injectors, in plastic surgery centers, with world renowned facial anatomist Dr. Sebastian Cotofana, and continuing her education by staying up-to-date with the latest trends and advances in medical aesthetics, Jennifer is highly sought out.

She is most known for her specialized liquid facelifts, lip augmentations, liquid rhinoplasties and holistic treatment plans to help patients look and feel their best from the inside out.

RUSS LYON

“I am not a normal Realtor; having been in the real estate industry since 1985, I help sellers sell and buyers buy because I make a difference in how people are served and because real estate matters,” Terri says. “There is more to it than just putting a sign in your front yard.”

She says she helps clients transition with sensitivity and professionalism to instill peace of mind as she guides them through the initial preparation to the final walk through for the sale or purchase of their home.

Combined with her work ethic, attention to detail and dedication to her clients, Terri is creative and innovative with good technical ability to work through the most challenging situations.

This type of service is important when you want to maximize your investment, she says. Her multiple repeat clients report that she has their best interest at heart and is attentive, organized and responsive to their special needs, wherever they are. Terri says she is “totally committed to helping you achieve your goal by going the extra mile every time because it is important to me that my unrivaled service exceeds your expectations.”

LHM FINANCIAL CORPORATION

Tricia is a third-generation Arizona native. She has an extensive construction background as a project manager for Hamilton Development, which specialized in equine facilities, custom homes and barns.

In addition to construction, Tricia was the director of operations for Southwest Finance for several years. She says she has “always loved making an impact in my community, which led me to be a mortgage loan officer.”

Tricia is continuing her finance journey with LHM Financial Corporation. It is an Arizona-based, femalerun company striving to provide exceptional mortgage services to the clients and communities they serve.

LHM Financial Corporation have been serving the local community for 20-plus years, offering easy and convenient online access to a variety of loan programs. The experienced team is dedicated to finding you the right loan with competitive rates and costs that meet your individual needs.

Tricia says she wants “you to be able to focus on finding a home to plant roots and know that your mortgage is in good hands.”

STUDIO ROX

Roxie is a licensed medical aesthetician and advanced plasma fibroblast skin tightening specialist; her main studio is in the heart of Prescott.

Born and raised in Arizona, Roxie studied abroad in Europe and graduated from Northern Arizona University with a background in education, psychology and business.

She says she is “a conscientious business woman with a heart to provide the highest level of skin transformation and restoration using a dignified alternative to conventional plastic surgery.”

Roxie graduated from IMAJ Medical Aesthetics School in Scottsdale. She has more than a decade of experience in the spa industry, mastering the art and science of permanent wrinkle removal and advanced skin transformations.

She unites her education and background with her passion — a life filled with purpose and transformation through the services she can provide.

With two locations, she offers this specialized treatment throughout Northern Arizona. Her treatment — known as soft surgery — is painless with minimal side effects and often same day results, she says. Plasma skin tightening is the new cutting edge age reversal treatment.

CYNDI UELEN COACHING

Cyndi offers personal and professional coaching, training and development, facilitation and assessment administration in Prescott Valley.

She worked in human resources for over 20 years, primarily in training and development, coaching, talent management, talent acquisition and employee relations.

Her passion for coaching and training people led her to start her own business, she says, so she could continue to help others grow both personally and professionally.

As a leadership trainer, Cyndi facilitates a wide variety of training classes, retreats and conferences to improve alignment, communication and collaboration.

As a certified life coach, she provides personal coaching to individuals who want to up-level an area of their life, complete a transformation or reach an impossible goal. She says she believes that living a nutritious life is about nourishing ourselves in all areas of our life — career, health, weight loss, relationships, and so much more.

TERI DREW

NORTHERN ARIZONA COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS

The Northern Arizona Council of Governments (NACOG) Economic and Workforce Development (EWD) Division has been successful for the past 40+ years as a result of the leadership and professionalism of the women featured that lead the operations on a day-to-day basis.

NACOG is committed to the economic recovery and resilience of Northern Arizona, and is grateful for the opportunity to be a vital resource to our communities for economic and workforce development.

The NACOG Economic and Workforce Development team is led by Teri Drew, Regional Director for NACOG and Executive Director for the Yavapai County Workforce Development Board. Teri has committed a lifetime to ensure success for Yavapai County businesses and industry. Direct services are managed by Leah Cickavage, NACOG EWD Operations Manager. Executive Assistant Julia Sawyer is senior administrative services staff with assistance from Interim Sr. Administrative Assistant Janae Ottis. Together these ladies manage federal, state, regional and local projects and staff the boards and committees that oversee the programs and services that NACOG EWD operates.

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THE HEART SHOP

Under Nancy Rothrock’s strong leadership, The Heart Shop has provided cutting-edge wellness and preventive medicine treatments since 2011.

The Heart Shop takes an integrative approach with a mixture of traditional and modern techniques to prevent heart disease. Natural methods are employed to help with weight loss and hormone balancing.

Nancy says she and her team realize that 86% of heart attacks and strokes should be prevented; her business strives to achieve this goal with every client.

Nancy realized when a client felt well and took measures to age healthier and live happier they also wanted to look their best. The wellness clinic, Healthy Skin 4 You, was added and provides Botox, fillers, laser treatments, CoolSculpting, muscle core strengthening and treatments for urinary incontinence in her medical spa.

Nancy has a background in cardiovascular care, where she worked for years in the cardiovascular operating room and cardiac catheterization lab at St Joseph’s Hospital. She brings a well-rounded approach to cardiology and the health and wellness treatment she offers at The Heart Shop.

She says all clients are given time during their appointments to make sure all their questions are addressed and answered.

NANCY ROTHROCK PRESIDENT/CEO

REALTY ONE GROUP MOUNTAIN DESERT

In 2015, after 23-plus years in design and construction Janet expanded her career and became a Realtor.

She says she knew her expertise in design|construction would be an added benefit for her real estate clients; an edge that would create different opportunities to clients looking to sell or purchase a residence or vacant land.

In May 2019, Janet obtained her Broker’s License. She is a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist and the Director of the Prescott Luxury Home Tour. In 2022, she was awarded Guild Membership with the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing.

Janet’s experience, dedication and professionalism continually place her as one of the top producers in her market. She closed 29 transactions in 2021 totaling about $17 million and thus far in 2022 she has closed 24 transactions.

JANET

She’ll be the first to tell you that real estate is not simply her profession, it’s her passion. Janet takes pride in her communication skills and “hands-on” approach to her business. She believes a well informed client is a happy client so with her you will always know the status of the current market as well as all aspects of your transaction and escrow process. Janet is a member of three Realtor Associations: PAAR, ARMLS and SVVAR.

STATE FARM AGENCY

Makayla Chadwick owns a State Farm agency in Prescott Valley. She and her husband Brandon have 3-year-old daughter Kimber and infant son Kolter. Both were brought to them through the path of adoption. They moved here from Wyoming to open the agency.

Their home also houses three horses, a mini horse and three dogs. As a family they love to do everything outdoors. They enjoy skiing, snowboarding, boating, kayaking, hunting, fishing, riding horses, traveling and showing their daughter everything life has to offer.

The agency is laser-focused on offering customers the insurance and financial products they need at a competitive price. Makayla wants to be certain customers are confident they and their family are protected.

She says she is passionate about women in business and supporting the community in every way she can. Her office is all-inclusive with kiddos and pets!

CHERYL LOUGH

MAKAYLA CHADWICK INSURANCE AGENT

MCK

WOODWORKS

Cheryl, along with her husband Michael Lough, founded Prescott’s MCK Woodworks, a custom cabinetry shop in 1998.

Cheryl is a native to the Prescott area, having deep roots in the community, a working knowledge of small businesses in the area, and a desire to serve both her customers and her employees through the work being done at MCK Woodworks.

She says she is passionate about the quality of work and appreciates the craftsmanship that allows each client the ability to customize their home through the art of woodworking.

Cheryl is the mother of four children and the grandmother of two grandchildren, who live in the area. She enjoys spending time with her family, serving at church, and helping others within the community.

She supports ministries that she is passionate about: A Door to Hope (adoortohope.com), Agape International (aimfree. org), Yavapai Rescue Gospel Mission (ytgrm.com), Hope Fest AZ (hopefestaz.com), and Heritage Park Zoo (heritageparkzoo.org).

Photo by Kimberly Marsh

THE WOMEN OF VIVILI HOSPITALITY GROUP

While everyone’s journey through the Vivili Hospitality Group has been different, one thing is for certain, it wouldn’t be where it is today without strong leadership. Coming from diverse backgrounds, these women bring their unique talents and skills to make hospitality an experience to be remembered, not merely a place to grab a bite to eat.

As the director of administration, Tammy Johnston oversees everything that keeps Vivili moving forward, building critical systems that help all of the businesses thrive on a daily basis. Her experience as a business owner and a leader permeate through the fiber of the Vivili Group.

Amanda Greenway and Jen Zanski help keep the family-friendly traditions of Rosa’s Pizzeria alive in both Prescott and Prescott Valley.

Overlooking the Courthouse Square, Stephanie Hollingsworth and Kelsey Salamon breathe life into The County Seat’s bright and inviting dining experience.

Rebekah Smith expands the realm of agave beyond the margarita to diners at La Planchada.

GG’S UNIQUE BOUTIQUE

Gina is the proud owner of GG’s Unique Boutique at 135 N. Cortez St. in downtown Prescott.

“The boutique offers local artisans with their talented creations along with an amazing variety of aromatherapy to please the senses,” she says.

New and locally made gift ideas include all natural candles, wax melts, wax warmers, diffusers, essential oils, soaps, lotions, bath salts/bombs, cups and tumblers, gnomes, home décor, therapeutic rice bags and handmade vintage jewelry.

“We always have a large Prescott-themed section for the out-of-towners to take home a piece of our hometown. Most of our items are customizable and exclusive to GG’s,” Gina says.

Open Thursday-Saturday 11-4 www.ggsuniqueboutique.com

Jacque Johnston leads the charge to provide a new level of service to the food and beverage industry in Northern Arizona through Source One Restaurant Supply with a keen eye from the operator’s perspective.

GINA WODRICH OWNER

Jacque Johnston - Source One Supply, Kelsey Salamon - The County Seat, Amanda Greenway - Rosa’s Pizzeria Downtown Prescott, Rebekah Smith - La Planchada, Tammy JohnstonVivli Hospitality Group, Jennifer Zanski - Rosa’s Pizzeria Prescott Valley, and Stephanie Hollingsworth - The County Seat

WILSON AESTHETICS

Aymee is an RN and has been an aesthetic injector since 2015. She graduated from Estrella Mountain Community College in 2010 with her associates’ degree in nursing and began a career as a hospice nurse. She graduated from Grand Canyon University with her bachelor’s in nursing in 2016.

Her natural traits parallel with the qualities needed to be an effective, compassionate injector. She believes in continuing education so she can continue to learn, grow and improve her skills through safe practices.

Wilson Aesthetics is fruition of her desire to create a space where patients could come and be treated with the utmost kindness and respect while being pampered. Whether looking for a pampering facial, Botox or one of the state-of-the-art laser treatments, clients are guaranteed to have a wonderful experience.

Aymee grew up in Cottonwood. She says she has the most supportive husband, parents, two brothers and family anyone could hope for!

She and her husband are working on their private pilot licenses, and they love Disneyland! Aymee and her best friend Chemin were in FFA together through high school and have been friends for 37 years and counting. They own and run successful businesses next to each other – Wilson Aesthetics Beauty + Wellness and The Beauty Bar Arizona!

TIENSVOLD SHAFFER WENZEL CPAS PLLC

The Prescott community has an amazing abundance of talented volunteers, dedicated leaders and active citizens. Anne says she feels so fortunate to have the opportunity to live and work in this community. Born and raised in a small town in northern Maine, Anne previously lived in several states and in San Diego where she managed the financial reporting and accounting function for a variety of companies. With more than 20 years’ experience as a CPA, Anne moved to Prescott in 2013 and, as the owner of the CPA firm, she has partnered with her clients to assist them with their accounting and tax needs. She serves on several nonprofit boards and is a member of several community and business groups.

ANNE B. WENZEL

AYMEE WILSON

PRESCOTT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Sheri has been the president and CEO of the Prescott Chamber of Commerce since 2017 and is a 29-year chamber president veteran. Sheri’s passion is to serve the community and help businesses thrive.

Since Sheri came to the Prescott Chamber, it has grown to over 950 members. She also hosts a monthly radio show called Talk of the Town on KQNA. The chamber is the official State Designated Visitor Center for Prescott, welcoming over 30,000 visitors each year.

Currently Sheri is the past chair of the Arizona Chamber Executives and also oversees the Prescott Chamber of Commerce Foundation along with co-chairing the Prescott Business CEO Roundtable Committee.

Sheri is married to John Heiney, and they have four children, five grandchildren and recently rescued a mini donkey “Melvin” and a mini pony “Jasper “ from Now that I’m Safe organization. There’s also a spoiled Shih Tzu, Bella, and a 9-month-old lab, Beau in the mix.

In her spare time, Sheri enjoys hanging with her family, hiking and gardening, and watching sunsets with her husband.

DOWNWINDERS

The week of Sept. 12, 2022 brought members of the Union of Concerned Scientists to Washington, D.C. to meet with legislators on Capitol Hill to inform them of the plight of the Downwinders to gain further support by encouraging the legislators to sign on to co-sponsor S.2798 and H.R.5338 Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) amendments of 2022.

Sherrie Hanna, an Arizona Downwinder Advocate, was invited to accompany the group to testify in support of the bills. RECA provides compensation to people exposed to radiation from U.S. nuclear weapons testing and uranium mining. Passage of the bills would extend RECA and expand coverage to multiple communities exposed to radiation.

The two bills would expand the program by 19 years and:

• Expand Downwinder eligibility areas to Idaho, Montana, Colorado, New Mexico, Guam and all of Nevada, Utah and Arizona.

• Expand the uranium worker eligibility period, including additional categories of uranium workers.

• Expand the number of compensable illnesses.

• Increase the compensation to reflect the costs of care and inflation: past successful claimants to receive the difference

• Provide health care benefits

This bill has broad bipartisan support. See www.expandreca.org for more information.

SHERI HEINEY PRESIDENT & CEO

Businesses Must Keep Digital Presence Productive

by Blake Herzog

If you own any kind of business today you know how much of an effect your digital presence has on your bottom line — and how it can push it into either the black or the red.

If your own website and all of your listings and posts across the web have correct information and effective placement and branding, they can be huge drivers of profits and growth. If not, they drain customers away and can even spell its doom.

Here are three aspects of digital presence management you need to keep a close eye on, either on your own or with help from a digital marketing firm.

LOCATION AND CONTACT INFO

These are probably the most important facts about any local business, and one of the most

frequently mangled due to the constant updating process Google and other major search engines do.

They do this not just to verify but judge a business’ consistency and reliability. Physical addresses are particularly vulnerable to misspellings, dropped words or directions or other issues that spur confusion.

Some automated services can help stamp out misinformation.

TRACK AND RESPOND TO REVIEWS

Most search engines and social media platforms solicit reviews for local businesses, which creates endless opportunities for bad ones to override your hard work, whether or not they’re justified.

It’s not generally a good idea to flood Yelp or Google with inorganic good reviews to try to boost your

rating, but you can gain more control by responding effectively to negative and positive ones.

Several apps are available to help you find them but may not include niche platforms for your industry.

SEARCH RESULTS

Get yourself toward the top of search engine results, either through pay-per-click (PPC) advertising or search engine optimization (SEO).

Each approach has its own pros and cons — SEO is free when you DIY, but requires a lot of knowledge and time, while the ad spend required for PPC reduces but doesn’t eliminate those pressures.

Whatever it takes, keeping yourself visible on those platforms can make or break you in a competitive environment.

Time to

Refreshing a company’s brand can be an across the board initiative. Redefining your brand’s visual and language could help with a variety of areas.

It is a tactical maneuver often implemented to ensure a brand is keeping pace with current trends Companies that remain static while their competitors introduce fresh looks and relevance may lose their competitive edge over time

A brand refresh is one impactful way a company can add new life to their brand as well as new interests, products, or services for their customers It’s primarily a cosmetic solution that can have a powerful, widespread impact

Depending on the company, a brand refresh can even include adjustments to the perceived culture and its slogan However, a brand refresh does not include changes to a brand’s core fundamentals or market position It will not solve deep seated issues like poor customer service, undesirable in house culture, a negative perception, or fundamental shifts in a company’s positioning If your company has been stagnant for more than a decade, your company could be a candidate for a brand facelift. The criteria may include a need to increase prices, generating buzz, a growing number of industry competitors, or even entering a growth phase for the company.

In summary, a brand refresh will keep your business on trend, generate new interests and potentially tap into a new customer base.

Leadership3 C’s of Change

by Sheri Heiney, President & CEO of the Prescott Chamber of Commerce

Your growth as a leader starts right now, wherever you are at this very moment. Developing your leadership skills can prepare you for larger challenges in the future.

Researchers have found that three skills provide the necessary connection between the process part of change and the people part of change. These “3 C’s” unite effective change leadership:

1. Communicate Unsuccessful leaders tended to focus on the “what” behind the change. Successful leaders communicated the “what” and the “why.”

Leaders who explained the purpose of the change and connected it to the organization’s values or explained the benefits created stronger buyin and urgency for the change.

2. Collaborate Bringing people together to plan and execute change is critical.

Successful leaders worked across boundaries, encouraged employees to break out of their silos, and refused to tolerate unhealthy competition.

They also included employees in decision-making early on, strengthening their commitment to change. Unsuccessful change leaders failed to engage employees early and often in the change process.

3. Commit

Successful leaders made sure their own beliefs and behaviors supported change, too. Change is difficult, but leaders who negotiated it successfully were resilient and persistent, and willing to step outside their comfort zone. They also devoted more of their own time to the change effort and focused on the big picture.

Unsuccessful leaders failed to adapt to challenges, expressed negativity and were impatient with a lack of results.

Finally, remember that leaders prepare others to assume their roles; they want their vision to be sustained.

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Great Women Make PV Chamber Greater

by Marnie Uhl, President/CEO, Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce

Women from all areas of business have served on the Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce board, and many rose to the top serving as President; now called Chairman/Chairwoman.

Thank you for your inspiration and dedication to our businesses and community.

Meredith Dunlap-Sterrett

Meredith has served on the board since 2019 and has been active on the Leadership, Education and Advocacy committee and is chair this year. She has tirelessly volunteered for Prescott Valley Days, Team Up to Clean Up and the Flying High Turkey Drive. Meredith is the Vice President, Northern Arizona Regional Manager for National Bank of Arizona. National Bank is a Chairman’s Circle member.

Diane Tenison

Diane was elected to the board in April 2021. She has a history of leadership having served as an active member of Prescott Association of Realtors and on the board as Property Manager Director. Diane’s chamber board service includes participating on the Community Engagement Committee, Prescott Valley Days, Valley of Lights, Team Up to Clean up and she regularly attends chamber ribbon cuttings and networking events. Diane is the owner/broker of Pierce Property Management.

Robyn Hazlewood Robyn joined the board of directors in 2021. She serves on the Membership Services committee and has been a volunteer with the Valley of Lights, the Pronghorn Golf tournament, the annual Banquet and Community Excellence awards night and she is a driving force behind membership recruitment and retention. Robyn is the co-owner of Pet Headquarters and in 2020 received the Prescott Valley Community Excellence Award for Business Leader of the Year.

Vice-Mayor Lori Hunt Lori was appointed to serve as the Town of Prescott Valley’s council liaison in 2021 and as an ex-officio board member. Economic development is Lori’s passion and she immediately jumped in participating first on the Membership Services committee for 2021-2022 and on the Economic Development committee for 2022-2023. Lori volunteers at chamber events. She has served on the Prescott Valley Town Council since 2019 and is also a member of the Humboldt Education Foundation and a partner at Heights Church.

Marilyn Rabideau — President 1997-1998

Jean Knight — President 2000-2001

Patti Venuti — President 2002-2003

Kit Atwell — President 2003-2004

Jane Fielding — President 2004-2005

Irene Evens — Chairwoman 2012-2013

Jeri Ann Kooiman — Chairwoman 2013-2014

Donna Laxson — Chairwoman 2016-2017 Erin Vredeveld — Chairwoman 2017-2018

Other outstanding women board members from the past include: Betty Robinson, Executive Director of CASA Senior Center; Annette Gonzales, Safeway Stores; and Jody Pariseau, Norm’s Lock and Safe.

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Republican

THE LARGEST FEDERATED

Submitted by Republican Women of Prescott

With COVID in our rearview mirror, 2022 brought a renewed enthusiasm to Republican Women of Prescott with an active board of directors headed by a Prescottraised President, Sherrie Hanna.

RWOP hit the ground running with an aggressive fundraising plan and over 50 candidates running for 2022 offices in both state and local elections booked for monthly luncheon speaking engagements.

All of this planning reinforces RWOP’s mission statement that we are dedicated to promoting the principles of the Republican Party through an informed electorate by educating and empowering its members

and by electing Republicans to local, state and national offices.

In 2022, the RWOP members’ generosity was evident. Although we could not hold our major fundraiser because of COVID restrictions, our ways and means committee came through with many successful events.

Fundraisers included a Kentucky Derby, Dignitary Speaking Breakfast, Jeans and Jewels BBQ & Dance, Chili Cook Off, Tea and Fashion Show as well as RWOP merchandise sales.

Fundraising proceeds support our operation and the annual scholarship awards program. Generosity also was shown at our luncheons as our members contributed over

$23,600 for our veterans, law enforcement personnel and first responders through our Red and Blue Envelope contribution program.

RWOP supports our women and men who have served in the Armed Forces. In February we donated $7,882 to Honor Flight, plus raised $6,875 toward lunches, food and necessities for several veteran organizations in Prescott.

Our November Veteran Luncheon is a tribute to all military branches. We provide over 100 lunches and a token gift of appreciation to each service woman and man in attendance.

A packed crowd of 430 were present in May to honor the 13 recipients

CLUB IN THE NATION! Women of Prescott

of the RWOP annual scholarship program. The total scholarship award in 2022 was $14,000. This year we expanded the program to not only include quad-city high school seniors, but also two recipients from EmbryRiddle Aeronautics University (ERAU).

Next year we hope to help establish a Young Republican Club at ERAU. Since 2015, RWOP has awarded a total of 79 recipients with scholarship funds totaling $105,000.

In mid-2022, the education committee launched two Parent Empowerment Forums inviting parents, as well as concerned citizens, to learn how to stop Critical Race Theory (CRT) and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) from being taught in

our local schools. RWOP also hosted several events featuring Republican candidates running for the PUSD governing board. Candidates presented their qualifications and plans for involvement with our Prescott public schools.

In December 2021, a dedicated executive committee member developed RWOP 101, a twohour in-depth orientation class for RWOP members. It is a deep dive into the inner workings of RWOP. In 2022, nearly 100 members completed the course.

RWOP 101 gained recognition at the Arizona Federation of Republican Women state meeting in June and will become a workshop for other

Arizona Federated clubs in the spring. In addition, RWOP offered a 10-hour Constitution class taught by Kelly Cordes, a highly decorated American Civics teacher now retired from Prescott High School.

Currently, plans are underway for an 80th anniversary Celebration for RWOP. We will honor the past RWOP presidents and invite our 1,000-plus members to this joyous occasion. We are proud to say we are guided by the same mission statement established by our Founder Dora Heap in 1942.

Interested in joining this amazing organization? Check out www. rwop.info for details.

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Desert Financial Credit Union Construction Underway

The newest branch of Arizona’s largest credit union — Desert Financial — is being constructed at 3179 Lakeview Plaza Lane along Willow Lake Road in Prescott.

Miles Kastner, marketing manager of Desert Financial of Northern Arizona, said the 3,600-square-foot, one-story building likely will be completed by the beginning of January 2023.

Kastner declined to comment about the construction cost. He said the new building will incorporate the latest and best of contemporary technological construction materials and design.

The contractor is Frontline STC, a Phoenix-based builder that specializes in banks and credit unions.

Kastner said interviews already are being conducted for employees. When full-time and part-time positions are filled, they will include about 10 positions, including a branch manager.

“We are excited about bringing new jobs to Prescott,” he said. “We’re confident we’ll have an excellent staff.”

Kastner said:”We’re excited about instilling passion for creating exceptional experiences for our members, and

we focus on giving back to local communities.”In 2020, Desert Financial gave $3.9 million back to Arizona communities through COVID-19 relief funds, scholarships and what Kastner called “random acts of kindness.”

Founded more than 80 years ago in Phoenix by 15 educators, the original name was Desert Schools Credit Union. The corporate headquarters are at 148 N. 48th St. in Phoenix.

The organization now has more than 400,000 members and is approaching 50 branches. A name change occurred in 2018. It now has more than $6 billion in assets in its not-for-profit cooperative status.

“We have had solid stable growth, especially since our rebrand and the expansion of our charter,” Kastner said.

Desert Financial has another branch in the Quad Cities area inside the Fry’s Food and Drug Center at 3100 Glassford Hill Road in Prescott Valley,

For additional details, go online at www.desertfinancial.com.

Sip & Savor Builds Support for PUSD

The 8th annual Sip & Savor fundraiser for the Prescott Unified School District (PUSD) helped create awareness, public enthusiasm and raised cash to support publicschool students, teachers and staff throughout the school district.

Paul Kirchgraber, PUSD Education Foundation executive director, said the sold-out event had a goal of raising at least $75,000. All funds will directly benefit schools.

The historic Sam Hill Warehouse behind the Hilton Garden Inn in downtown Prescott on Montezuma Street was the site for the Sept. 24 gala.

Greg Mengarelli served as auctioneer for the live auction. He is a former school board member and immediate past mayor of Prescott. The evening featured live music and a gourmet meal planned by Chef Alex Rivera. Raskin’s Jewelers donated a special “I in 100” Diamond Raffle, where the winner received a $4,000 1-carat diamond.

An after party immediately followed the gala at Founding Fathers Collective, directly adjacent.

Jenna James, PUSD Education Foundation board chair, praised the event.

“Our school district and teachers are challenged with limited resources to provide the best educational experiences for the students,” she said. “For example, many of our teachers end up paying for school supplies out of their own pockets. If they don’t, many students will have to do without. A portion of the proceeds from Sip and Savor supports the Teacher Closet Program, which provides classroom supplies.”

More information is available online at www. pusdeducationfoundation.com or by calling 928.445.5400, ext. 70136.

This rendering shows the 3,360-square-foot, one-story building that will be the latest branch of Desert Financial Credit Union. It is under construction at 3179 Lakeview Plaza Dr. in Prescott. (Photo by Ray Newton)

Pro Dental Opens New Office Facilities

About 50 patients, friends and supporters gathered for the ribboncutting and opening of the Pro Solutions Group Dental on a bright Thursday afternoon Sept. 8 at the new offices and laboratories at 3102 Willow Creek Road.

Pro Dental Solutions group specializes in family, implant and reconstructive dentistry.

Organized by the Prescott Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Sheri Heiney and her team, the celebration featured Jason Campbell, DDS, and his 23-member staff. A dentist in Prescott for the past 18 years, Campbell said he began planning the new facility four years ago but had been delayed a bit because of COVID-19.

“Things really slowed for a while. But these past few months, the builders and contractors have outdone themselves in preparing what is likely one of the most technologically and digitally sophisticated dental facilities now in Arizona,” Campbell told the crowd.

“I can’t express the pride I have in our efficient professional team. With six dental practitioners and 17 technical and support staff, we think we can take on virtually any dental challenge presented

to us. Our increased space — more than 5,000 square feet — and 13 treatment rooms, and the additional offices, imaging, digital, analytic space and laboratory space is going to let us serve more patients in less time and in a very efficient manner.”

In addition to Chamber of Commerce, community and business personnel who welcomed Campbell and team, representatives from the offices of U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly and Rep. Paul Gosar’s offices were present.

In a light moment, Chamber Ambassador Stephanie Miller presented Campbell and his team with a crisp framed U.S. dollar bill, saying the Chamber was glad to give Pro Dental its first symbol of profit on the opening day for the spacious new building.

Following formal ceremonies, visitors toured the building where they received refreshments and were given raffle tickets. On entering a hallway, they passed a pastel lighted sign that said, “Smiles are made here.”

Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The telephone number is 928.776.1208. More details are available online at www.prescottdentist.com.

Dignity Health Clinic Now Under Construction

After several years in planning, construction of a family and specialty medical clinic is in process on the north side at Highway 69 and Lee Boulevard.

When open in 2023, the $8-million, 10,000-square-foot building will be the site for two primary care providers and two advanced clinical practitioners, as well as for specialists who need that kind of clinical space on demand.

The immediate past president of Dignity Health and Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC), John Amos, earlier said the new hospital will welcome more family and specialty physicians on an “as needed” basis.

The new clinic is part of the Dignity Health-YRMC long-term master strategy in providing adequate health care for residents in the greater region over the next several years.

The land currently under construction was made available by longtime supporters of YRMC and Dignity Health Jim and Linda Lee, prominent community philanthropists. The Lees said the facilities were particularly needed by potential patients on the southeastern border of Prescott.

The complex was designed by Archsol Architectural Solutions and is being built by Venn Construction; both Scottsdale firm.

Anthony Torres, M.D., newly named president and CEO for Dignity Health and Yavapai Regional Center recently said he is happy to be “…shepherding the next generation of health care into the community. I’m excited to see this come to life. “

A large crowd gathered Sept. 8 prior to the ribbon-cutting at Pro Solutions Dental Group at 3192 Willow Creek Rd. (Photo by Ray Newton)

Out & About

Karen Shaw

Bryan Presnner

Michelle Ruiz

Heather Spencer

Sandy Combs

Susan Small Rick Reesman

Susan SmallAndrew ClingHeather Spencer

Andrew Cling Karen Shaw

Fernando Mendigutia

Bryan Presnner Karen Shaw

Rick ReesmanRod Hendrick

Temple B’rith Shalom Announces New Rabbi

Rabbi Susan Schanerman has joined Temple B’rith Shalom in Prescott as spiritual leader. She has relocated from Phoenix where she founded Congregation NefeshSoul in 2013. Prior to that, she served as cantorial soloist and director of education at a large congregation in Tempe.

Rabbi Susan holds two masters degrees (education and Jewish studies) and a doctorate in Jewish Studies from Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership in Chicago. She was a public school educator for 22 years, was a nondenominational chaplain for Hospice of the Valley, and has worked for Jewish congregations for over 20 years.

Temple B’rith Shalom is a vibrant and engaging Jewish center of worship, learning and pastoral care in the Prescott tri-city

region. Rabbi Susan and other adult educators offer classes throughout the week on topics of Jewish interest. She directs the religious school, which provides educational opportunities for children ages 4-16.

Rabbi Susan believes in the power of music to create spiritual moments. She plays guitar and sings at services and religious school, and with the Temple’s cantorial soloist Jessica Dreifuss. Worship services are lively, musical and welcoming.

Rabbi Susan hopes to make Prescott her home for many years. She is married to Brian, a middle school math teacher in Phoenix, and they have a son, Ben, a CPA in Tempe. Contact her at rabbi@ brithshalom-az.org or visit the Temple B’rith Shalom website at www.brithshalom-az.org.

Power

HERE ARE A FEW OF THE TOP BENEFITS YOU CAN REAP JUST BY WALKING MORE

OF GOING FOR A WALK MIND

Increases cardiovascular capacity

Aids weight loss

Regulates blood pressure

Fights cancer

Improves circulation

Reduces risk of diabetes

Strengthens bones

Boosts immune function

Builds muscle strength

Aids digestion

Prevents cognitive disorders

Slows the aging process

Reduces stress levels

Enhances, improves mood

Promotes better sleep

WALKING IS ONE EXERCISE THAT WON’T COST YOU ANYTHING BEYOND TIME. IT REQUIRES NO EQUIPMENT AND CAN BE PERFORMED REGARDLESS OF WHERE YOU MIGHT BE AT ANY GIVEN MOMENT.

A walk is the best way to get some daily sunshine — a surefire way to boost your mood. Serotonin production is signaled in the brain from daily sunshine, which raises your mood. It also helps your body absorb vitamin D, which is responsible for important functions in your body and boosts your immune system.

BODY

Walking is easy on the body and still offers multiple health benefits. It can offer similar health benefits as other more rigorous forms of exercise, while being easier on the joints. Walking improves endurance and circulation, prevents weight gain, and lowers the risk of stroke, chronic disease and cancer. Regular exercise such as walking improves digestion, metabolism, pain and fatigue throughout the day.

SOUL

Walking outside can do wonders for the soul. There are many health benefits to spending time out in nature because we human beings simply belong there — breathing fresh air and convening with nature. Even if you only have a few minutes to walk outside every morning, you can experience amazing benefits. You can also engage the kids and pets on your walk and include them!

PODIATRY

Dr.

UROLOGISTS

Dr.

Protect your HealthAs You Get Older

by Blake Herzog

As you move through life, your body will inevitably change with time. Bones get more brittle, muscle mass decreases, digestion slows down. But the extent to which these happen depend in large part on the state of your overall health.

Making your health a priority throughout your life will have positive consequences on your aging process, and it’s never too late to start having an impact by taking these steps.

Eat a low fat/low cholesterol diet based on whole foods, including lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, poultry and fish, whole grains and plenty of vitamins A, C, E and B12, folate and other nutrients.

Be as active as possible through activities like walking, yoga, swimming,

biking (either stationary or outdoor) and golfing without a cart. Musclestrengthening activities such as lifting weights, body weight-bearing movements and some forms of tai chi are also recommended.

Keep on schedule with your exams and appointments with doctors, dentists and other medical professionals, who can catch problems early. Follow your doctors’ instructions on all medications and other preventive measures they suggest.

Stay connected to family and friends by whatever means are available. Seek out new friends and experiences through church or special-interest groups, volunteering, fitness or educational classes. Doing this can benefit your mood and

lower stress, as well as create more opportunities for physical activity.

Engage your mind. Games from crosswords and sudoku to specialized brain training activities, including video games and apps, are designed to build brain activity and connections for all ages. Take classes, keep up with world events and learn to accept change as part of life.

Make sure you get seven to eight hours of sleep. Sleep patterns often shift as we get older, as in getting up and going to bed earlier, which is usually not a problem as long as you get the recommended amount. However, many older adults have trouble falling and staying asleep, which is something worth asking your medical provider about, as our sleep needs do not change with age.

FOR OPTIMAL HEALTH & WELLNESS

SweatDon’tIt:

Five Cool Fall Sweater Styles

by Blake Herzog

We need to talk sweaters. Many people consider getting to wear them one of the best things about autumn and winter, so it’s time to celebrate the cozy embrace of stylish knitwear.

It’s pretty hard to go wrong with choosing a sweater as long as it suits you and your figure; here are a few of the hottest styles expected to warm our hearts and souls over the next several months.

SWEATER VESTS

The ultimate transitional garment between summer and fall may have had strong associations with grandpas and preppy young snobs, but they’ve undergone a revival over the last couple of years as a standalone summer staple easily parlayed into layered looks for shuffling through crunchy leaves and assembling your Thanksgiving menu.

They can even extend into wintertime as a fresh indoor look under overcoats.

TURTLENECKS — Many influencers and prognosticators are crowning this age-tested fashion as the must-have for 2022 for their timeless elegance and understated sexiness, whether they’re fitted or oversized.

Ladies and gents alike look amazing in these, although full turtlenecks take on more of an air of formality when included in a man’s ensemble. Mock turtlenecks are a more laid-back option that offers the same warmth and versatility.

BUTTON-UP CARDIGANS — This term may sound a bit redundant, but all a sweater has to do to be a cardigan is to open in the front, whether or not there are any fasteners incorporated into the design.

Many have zippers while others have smaller buttons that don’t really hold anything together, but this year eye-catching buttons are turning heads, whether they’re on cute cropped cardigans or full-length versions with stronger winter cred.

PLUSH SWEATER — There always will be room in your closet for at least one silky soft and fuzzy number that makes you feel as if you’re cuddled in a cloud of warmth that lets you float from room to room on the stormiest and chilliest of days.

This fall some designers are turning up the fuzz to 11 for an extra ounce of fun or going glam with sequins, pearl accents and crystals, making you shimmer like an ice queen!

CROCHETED SWEATERS — Crochet has taken on extra cachet as cottagecore continues to influence fashion in ways large and small and we discover the versatility of this homespun style. The looser weave of these pieces lets you create multicolored outfits through layering and surprisingly sexy looks if you eschew some of the strata.

It’s a great project if you’ve already picked up the craft, but there are plenty of adorable pieces for purchase. Graphics — Graphics on sweaters are bringing pops of color to these oftenconservative garments (they need to keep you cozy, after all). Abstract blocks of color, vivid landscapes, animal prints and more are being rendered with spectacular detail by constantly advancing technology.

More artisanal creations incorporate lace stitching, super-textured yarns, distressed seams and vibrant intarsia (inlaid) patterns can perk up moods and conversations on the darkest days.

Love Local

Your Guide to Prescott’s

Beauty & Wellness Stores and Services

Skin Perfection

3190 Clearwater Dr. Prescott 928.541.0003 www.skinperfectionaz.com

Strada Salon

931 12th Pl. Prescott 928.778.2028 www.stradasalonaz.com

BEAUTY

Aboost Wellness and Salon

543 W. Gurley St. Prescott 928.910.4111 www.aboostwellness.com

A Valley of Vitality

2047 Willow Creek Rd. Prescott 928.442.6026 www.avalleyofvitality.com

ERA Salon & Spa

515 E. Sheldon St. Prescott 928.778.0860 www.erasalonandspa.com

Prescott Medical Aesthetics

172 E. Merritt St., Ste. D Prescott 928.277.7414 www.prescottbotox.com

Rogers Academy of Beauty 2375 E. State Rte. 69 Prescott 928.848.9929 www.rogersbeautyschool.com

Salon Tru Blu & Day Spa

1436 W. Gurley St. Prescott 928.445.4126 www.salontrublu.com

Salud Spa

130 W. Gurley St., No. 307 Prescott 928.800.1777 www.salud-spa.com

SkinFit 223 White Spar Rd. Prescott 928.460.3317

SkinPlus MedSpa

1747 Willow Creek Rd. Prescott 928.582.0716 www.skinplusmedspa.com

Sundara Sanctuary

6594 E. 2nd St., Ste. B Prescott Valley 928.277.4874 www.sundarasanctuary.com

The Cut Above Salon & Spa

8600 E. Valley Road, Ste. D Prescott Valley 928.772.8728 www.thecutabovesalonandspa.com

Wilson Aesthetics & Beauty+Wellness

8196 Florentine Rd. Prescott Valley 928.350.5484 www.wilsonaestheticsaz.com

Photo by Blushing Cactus Photography

IMMUNITY VIBES

WHISKEY ROW PREP

HAIR OF THE JAVELINA

Love Local

Your Guide to Prescott’s Style Stores and Services

STYLE

Artful Eye Jewelers

124 S. Montezuma St. Prescott 928.445.5570 www.artfuleyejewelers.com

Bashford Courts

130. W. Gurley St. Prescott 928.642.7984 www.bashfordcourts.com

Classy N Sassy

220. W. Goodwin St., No. 3 Prescott 928.776.7467

Drawn West

134 W. Gurley St. Prescott 928.778.5725

Fancy That!

124 N. Granite St., No. A Prescott 928.445.1883 www.fancythatprescott.com

French Hen Boutique

108 N. Montezuma St. Prescott 928.445.3424

Hello Gorgeous Boutique

130 W. Gurley St., Ste. 309 Prescott 928.273.0499 www.shophgb.com

Lost in Socks

130 W. Gurley St., Ste. 303 Prescott 928.445.1833 www.lostinsocks.com

Purple Clover Boutique

130 W. Gurley St., Ste. 205 Prescott 928.499.5195 www.purplecloverprescott.shop

Raskin’s Jewelers

110 W. Gurley St. Prescott 928.445.6120 www.raskinsjewelers.com

Scarlett’s Curated Collection

107 N. Cortez St. Prescott 928.227.2581 www.scarlettsinprescott.com

The Clothes Hound

122 S. Montezuma St.

Prescott 928.771.0811 www.clotheshoundclothingco.com

Vincenzo’s for Men

130 W. Gurley St., Ste. 310

Prescott 928.445.3501

Wardrobe

520 W. Sheldon St., Ste. 2A Prescott 310.709.8099

O F T R E E S

Wine tasting in the rain while on a trip to Napa Valley.

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it. The owner gave me the book Wine for Dummies. I instantly fell in love with wine because it’s like the perfect marriage of art and science. I’m a creative person, but with my nursing degree I also love science. We started traveling and doing tastings. It’s interesting when you can taste the different terroirs, the characteristics of where the grapes were grown. I also fell in love with the people who are the winemakers and the fact that there’s always a great story behind each bottle of wine and who made it and how they came into winemaking. Oh, and I really love to drink it!

Prescott LIVING:

To go back to when you opened this bar, were you nervous about the location or did it always seem like it was just a

good opportunity? I knew you fell in love with it when you looked through the window.

Sheri Shaw: I was a little bit nervous, but I stood in the alley on a Saturday afternoon for a couple hours just hanging out and watching foot traffic and there was a lot of it. The parking garage is right there. There’s a back door to the Grand Highland Hotel there. Limoncello’s is here. The Bird Cage Saloon has a door that goes to the alley. That’s literally why I named it the Back Alley Wine Bar, so people could find me.

They still did have trouble at first because my address is on Whiskey Row. I just figured I’ll just market the heck out of it and make sure people know where I am.

Prescott LIVING:

The alley improvements here, they weren’t completed when you opened the bar?

Sheri Shaw: No, that idea came with the Flip This Town presentation Ron Drake made when he was here in January 2019. Michael Lamar, the city manager, kind of took it and rolled with it and the Prescott Downtown Partnership (PDP) and the Chamber really worked hard to get the PRESCOTT mural. It was paid for through business and private donations.

Then the city did the string lights and the archway signs at each end. That was all done by the city, and I am so grateful because it’s made a big difference. The rest kind of got put on hold when COVID hit, so I hope that they’re going to continue.

Prescott LIVING:

You’re the past president of the PDP. What other local organizations have you been involved with here in Prescott?

Sheri Shaw: Mostly just the PDP and I am still on the board, and honestly that’s about all I have time for right now. I feel like I don’t really even contribute much anymore. That organization does a lot, as you know. They put on all the events, I call it the white tent season, and the summer concert series, which everyone loves. I’m not as involved anymore as I was, but I try to help out as often as I can.

Prescott LIVING:

On the improvements in the alley, how much did they affect your wine bar business and how do you see it growing or changing? Did you notice a big change?

Sheri Shaw: Yeah, people are taking more pictures back there. The mural has been an amazing add, and just being lit up at night has made a huge difference, because it was pretty dark before the string lights were put up. Those were put up not too long after I opened. I was very grateful to the city. It just made a big difference and it just lights it up and it looks like someplace you want to walk down.

Prescott LIVING:

It definitely does.

Sheri Shaw: There’s a lot of doors in the alley. The Bird Cage, Jersey’s, The Palace, you’ve got Matt’s. You can get to a lot of us from the alley, and the parking garage is right there, too, so there’s actually a lot of traffic back here now.

Prescott LIVING:

Where do you hope the development of downtown Prescott heads in the future and how do you plan to be a part of it?

Sheri Shaw: I would like to see Prescott be a little bit more of a foodie destination. I feel like we have some really great restaurants in this town, but we could use a few more.

I would like people to come up here for the food, for the restaurants, for the bars, for the shopping, all of it, while still keeping the Prescott downtown vibe. Keeping the Old West and our history intact.

Prescott LIVING:

Do you find that you help other women become business owners in town, being a business owner yourself?

Sheri Shaw: Yeah. I’m big on supporting other businesses, women-owned or not. But especially women-owned, because I feel like we all are in this together. If there’s a lot of great bars on the Row, people come up from Phoenix to see Whiskey Row. People come up to see all the shops and restaurants in Prescott, not just one.

I feel like we’re all in it together, and we all together collectively make Prescott what it is. I’m a big supporter of all the other businesses.

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Featuring her current favorite white wine at the Back Alley Wine Bar.

LET EDUCATION CONTINUE TODrive Our Community

by Cathy Stonecipher, Administrative Director, Guidance Helicopters, Inc.

Our community’s education is extremely important to Guidance Helicopters, Inc., and we strive to promote community awareness.

By sponsoring the education section, we hope that our community members become aware of all of our children’s educational opportunities in Yavapai County. We are blessed to live in a dynamic community that is education driven.

We are an FAA-approved helicopter pilot training institution that offers the most comprehensive, effective training available.

Our goal is to produce pilots who set the standard in the industry for professionalism and safety.

Founded in 1998 by John L. Stonecipher, Guidance Helicopters has trained more than 400 pilots who are working in the helicopter industry today. Guidance’s dedication to excellence is evident in the caliber of pilots who graduate and are employed immediately afterward to their highly experienced staff.

Stonecipher was the United States SBA National Business Person of the Year in 2013, and Guidance Helicopters received the Safety Excellence Award in 2014 by the Helicopter Association International Augusta Westland.

Student pilots at Guidance have a well-defined, straightforward path to follow to reach their completion goals. In 24 months, students go from having no experience to certificated flight instructor rating. Training conforms to a rigorous schedule that’s been fine-tuned to promote the most success and certificate completion.

Education Directory

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UNIVERSITIES/COLLEGES

Embry-Riddle

Aeronautical University

3700 Willow Creek Rd. Prescott 928.777.6600 www.prescott.erau.edu

Northern Arizona University - Prescott Campus 1100 E. Sheldon St. Prescott 928.523.2988 www.nau.edu/statewide-campuses/ nau-yavapai-college

Northern Arizona University - Yavapai 7351 Skoog Blvd. Prescott Valley 928.523.2988 www.nau.edu/prescottvalley

Prescott College

220 Grove Ave. Prescott 877.350.2100 www.prescott.edu

Yavapai College

1100 E. Sheldon St. Prescott 928.445.7300 www.yc.edu

TECHNICAL & TRADE SCHOOLS

Career & Technical Education Center (CTEC)

220 Ruger Rd., Suite 1 Prescott 928.776.2002 www.yc.edu/ctec

Guidance

Helicopters, Inc. Helicopter Flight School 6565 Crystal Ln. Prescott 928.443.9370 www.guidanceaero.com

Mountain Institute Career Technical Education District (CTED)

220 Ruger Rd., Ste. 2 Prescott 928.771.0791 www.micted.net

Rogers Academy of Beauty

2375 AZ-69 Prescott 928.848.9929 www.rogersacademyofbeauty.com

PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICTS

Chino Valley Unified School District #51 650 E. Center St. Chino Valley 928.636.2458 www.chinovalleyschools.com

Humboldt Unified School District 6411 N. Robert Rd. Prescott Valley 928.759.4000 www.humboldtunified.com

Prescott Unified School District 300 E. Gurley St. Prescott 928.445.5400 www.prescottschools.com

Mayer Unified School District No. 43 PO Box 1059 12606 E. Main St. Mayer 928.642.1000 www.mayerschools.org

Yavapai Accomodation School District No. 99 K-12 7497 E. Addis Ave. Prescott Valley 928.759.8126 www.yavapaicountyhighschool.com

PRESCHOOLS

American Lutheran School Private School 1085 Scott Dr. Prescott 928.778.7049 www.americanlutheranschool.com

Bright Futures Preschool Humboldt Unified School District 6411 N. Robert Rd. Prescott Valley 928.759.5130 www.bf.humboldtunified.com

Busy Bee Learning Center 8665 E. Florentine Rd. Prescott Valley 928.772.6333 www.busybeelearningcenter.net

Cedar Tree Montessori

Private School 129 N. Pleasant St Prescott 928.771.8785 www.cedartreemontessori.com

Christian Academy of Prescott Private School 148 S. Marina St. Prescott 928.445.2565

Cornerstone Christian Preschool Private School 700 W. Rosser St. Prescott 928.771.2754 www.prescottcornerstone.com/ preschool

Discovery Gardens Early Childhood Center

Prescott Unified School District 300 E. Gurley St. Prescott 928.442.1283 www.prescottschools.com/ discoverygardens

James Family Prescott YMCA 750 Whipple St. Prescott 928.445.7221 www.prescottymca.org/preschool

Little Dreamers

Preschool Academy 7175 E. 2nd St. Prescott Valley 928.800.1488 www.azlittledreamers.com

Little Explorers Learning Academy 12150 E. Turquoise Cir. Dewey 928.379.5068 www.facebook.com/ littleexplorerslearningacademy

Valley Learning Center 2235 AZ-89, Ste.1 Chino Valley 928.636-1656 www.valleylearningcenters.com

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

Abia Judd Elementary School

Prescott Unified School District 1749 Williamson Valley Rd. Prescott 928.717.3263 www.prescottschools.com/aj

Coyote Springs Elementary School Humboldt Unified School District 6625 N. Cattletrack Dr. Prescott Valley 928.759.4300 www.cs.humboldtunified.com

Del Rio Elementary School Chino Valley Unified School District 1036 North Rd. 1 West Chino Valley 928.636.4414 www.chinovalleyschools.com

Granville Elementary School Humboldt Unified School District 5250 N. Stover Dr. Prescott Valley 928.759.4800 www.ge.humboldtunified.com

Humboldt Elementary School Humboldt Unified School District 2750 S. Corral St. Prescott Valley 928.759.4400 www.he.humboldtunified.com

Lake Valley Elementary School

Humboldt Unified School District 3900 N. Starlight Dr. Prescott Valley 928.759.4200 www.lv.humboldtunified.com

Liberty Traditional School Humboldt Unified School District K-8

3300 N. Lake Valley Rd. Prescott Valley 928.759.4500 www.lib.humboldtunified.com

Lincoln Elementary School

Prescott Unified School District 201 Park Ave. Prescott 928.717.3249 www.prescottschools.com/lincoln

Mayer Elementary School

Mayer Unified School District No. 45 12568 E. Main St. Mayer 928.642.1101 www.mayerschools.org

Mountain View Elementary School

Humboldt Unified School District 8601 E. Loos Dr. Prescott Valley 928.759.4700 www.mv.humboldtunified.com

Taylor Hicks Elementary School

Prescott Unified School District 1845 Campbell Ave. Prescott 928.717.3276 www.prescottschools.com/th

Territorial Early Childhood Center

Chino Valley Unified School District Preschool-2nd Grade 1088 Mahan Lane Chino Valley 928.636.3842 www.tecc.chinovalleyschools.com

MIDDLE SCHOOLS

Bradshaw Mountain Middle School Humboldt Unified School District 12255 Turquoise Circle Dewey 928.759.4900 www.ms.humboldtunified.com

Glassford Hill Middle School Humboldt Unified School District 6901 Panther Path Prescott Valley 928.759.4600 www.gh.humboldtunified.com

Granite Mountain School

Prescott Unified School District 1800 Williamson Valley Rd. Prescott 928.717.3253 www.prescottschools.com/gms

Heritage Middle School

Chino Valley Unified School District 1076 North Rd. 1 W. Chino Valley 928.636.4464 www.chinovalleyschools.com

Prescott Mile High Middle School

Prescott Unified School District 300 S. Granite St. Prescott 928.717.3241 www.prescottschools.com/pmhms

HIGH SCHOOLS

Aspire High School

Yavapai Accomodation School District No. 99 2970 Centerpointe East Dr. Prescott 928.759.8126 www.yavapaicountyhighschool.com

Bradshaw Mountain High School Humboldt Unified School District High School 6000 Long Look Dr. Prescott Valley 928.759.4100 www.hs.humboldtunified.com

Chino Valley High School Chino Valley Unified School District 760 E. Center St. Chino Valley 928.636.2298 www.cvhs.chinovalleyschools.com

Prescott High School Prescott Unified School District 1050 N. Ruth St. Prescott 928.445.2322 www.prescottschools.com/phs

Mayer High School Mayer Unified School District No. 44 17300 E. Mule Deer Dr. Mayer 928.642.1200 www.mayerhs.mayerschools.org

Yavapai County High School Yavapai Accomodation School District No. 99 6325 Baja Circle Prescott Valley 928.759.8126 www.yavapaicountyhighschool.com

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Acorn Montessori Schools Preschool-8 8556 E. Loos Dr. Prescott Valley 928.772.5778 www.acornmontessori.com

Arizona Agribusiness and Equine Center (AAEC) High School 7500 E. Skoog Blvd. Prescott Valley 928.775.3200 www.aaechs.com/campuses

BASIS Prescott K-12

1901 Prescott Lakes Pkwy. Prescott 928.277.0334 www.basised.com/prescott

Canyon View Prep Academy

High School 9030 E. Florentine Rd. Prescott Valley 928.775.5115 www.canyonview-prep.org

Franklin Phonetic Primary School

K-8 6116 E. Hwy. 69 Prescott Valley 928.775.6747 www.franklinphoneticschool.com

La Tierra Community School

K-7 124 N. Virginia St. Prescott 928.445.5100 www.latierracommunityschool.org

Mingus Springs Charter School K-8 3600 N. Sunset Dr. Chino Valley 928.636.4766 www.mingusspringsschool.org

Mountain Oak School Preschool-8th Grade 1455 Willow Creek Rd., Prescott 928.541.7700 www.mountainoakschool.org

Northpoint

Expeditionary Learning Academy High School 551 1st St., Prescott 928.717.3272 www.northpointacademy.org

Park View Schools Middle School 9030 E. Florentine Rd. Prescott Valley 928.775.5115 www.parkviewschool.org

PACE Preparatory Academy High School 6711 E. 2nd St. Prescott Valley 928.775.9675 www.paceacademy.com

Prescott Valley School K-8 9500 E. Lorna Ln. Prescott Valley 928.772.8744 www.pvschool

Skyview School

K-8 125 S. Rush St. Prescott 928.776.1730 www.skyviewschool.org

Tri-City College Prep High School 5th-12th 5522 Side Rd. Prescott 928.777.0403 www.tricityprep.org

Willow Creek Charter School K-8 2100 Willow Creek Rd. Prescott 928.776.1212 www.willowcreekcharter.com

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

ASCEND School

K-12 special education 3021 Centerpointe East Dr. Prescott 928.443.9290 www.azautismascend.org

Orme School

High School 1000 E. Orme School Rd. Mayer 928.632.7601 www.ormeschool.org

Prescott Adventist Christian School K-8 2980 Willow Creek Rd. Prescott 928.224.8022 www.prescottadventistchristian school.com

Primavera School

Preschool-5th Grade 1446 Moyer Rd. Prescott 928.445.5382 www.primaveraschool.org

Sacred Heart Catholic School

Preschool-8th Grade 131 N. Summit Ave. Prescott 928.445.2621 sacredhearteducation.com

Trinity Christian School K-12 1212 Warrior Way Prescott 928.445.6306 www.trinitychristianaz.com

Use your Learning Styles forSuccess at School

by Blake Herzog

It’s important for students of all ages to understand how their brain tends to process information for later use, whether you’re in the classroom or anywhere else. It’s something you already may have noticed in the course of your daily life, by taking a quiz or being evaluated for it.

If not, it often takes just a few minutes of reflecting on what’s worked best for you in the past and leveraging that well into your future.

VISUAL LEARNERS like to learn and communicate through images, color, maps, graphics and charts. When in class or studying, they should try drawing pictures and diagrams to aid in understanding concepts and how they relate to each other. Creating a system for color-coding their notes and watching and making videos related to the subject is also effective.

AUDITORY LEARNERS lean on their sense of hearing to collect and communicate knowledge. Recording lectures, reading printed material out loud and taking voice notes they can play back are some of their preferred study aids. They also thrive in study groups

where they can discuss lessons with their peers and by talking through answers before writing them down.

KINESTHETIC LEARNERS appreciate hands-on activities like working in labs, making models and doing practice run-throughs whenever they can, including with exams. They benefit from moving and taking short breaks while they study and love instructors who use real-world examples in their lectures and take the learning process into other environments.

READING/WRITING LEARNERS enjoy reading assignments, PowerPoint presentations and writing essays. Sometimes classified as a subtype of a broader “visual learning” group, they write down as much as they can during any learning experience. They are often the ones who excel within “traditional” learning environments found on most school campuses emphasizing word-heavy research in books or online.

Most people use more than one style while they study, though kinesthetic learners are the most likely to strongly prefer their one method. Don’t be afraid to switch things up to find out what works for you in different situations.

Sponsored by Guidance Helicopters, Inc.

Education

Highlight your school to the community with an ad in our Education Section. The section

run in every issue of Prescott LIVING magazine and will include a directory with your school’s logo and name in bold.

education section in every issue is sponsored by a local company that puts a high value on education.

Education is the basis for the growth and progress of society, allowing people to contribute more in their areas of expertise and create better communities. Education on every level develops problem-solving skills and provides the opportunity for empowerment through hard work.

Welcome to our newest, regular section in Prescott LIVING Magazine, the Education Section! The section appears in every bi-monthly issue including a complete directory, local articles and messages from local schools to help you decide what best suits your personal or family needs.

A special thank you goes out to Guidance Helicopters, Inc. for sponsorship of the Education Section! Because of their generosity, we are able to bring you more information from our local schools.

“Always remember life is a learning journey. Keepfilling your mind with all that is worthy.”

—Catherine Pulsifer

Sponsored by Guidance Helicopters, Inc.

YC Expands Program for Tuition-Free Degrees

Yavapai College (YC) has expanded a financial aid program to let students earn a tuition-free degree from among 16 two-year associate degree programs.

Director of Early College and Promise Programs Meghan Paquette said tuition reimbursement will be based on tuition a student would spend during the two years required to earn a specific degree.

Reimbursement will occur after the student earns the degree in the requisite time. The reimbursement does not cover other education expenses such as room, board or books and educational supplies.

“Students can apply for scholarships to cover some of those expenses,” Paquette said. “We are pleased to expand what we’ve called Workforce Promise into its fourth year. The college board gave us $500,000 for this year. We have expanded the student cohort to an anticipated 300 students who enrolled in specific degree programs.”

She said the initial year the program was offered, it attracted around 100 students; the second, 120; and the third year, more than 200.

“Students must apply and qualify. Tuition reimbursement is not automatic. It only occurs if students meet the specified timeline,” Paquette said. “Reimbursement also does not cover expenses for transfer classes taken from another institution.”

Tuition rates are set each year. This coming year, tuition is about $1,500 a semester or $3,000 for the school year.

Faculty are aware of the high cost of textbooks and other education resources, so they have introduced what is called Open Educational Resources.

“When possible, faculty opted for online textbooks. Sometimes this involved free textbooks and other resources. We promote options to make the programs as affordable as possible for the students. Students can apply for grants to buy texts,” Paquette said.

Paquette said the college is pleased that countywide, students are taking advantage of the Workforce Promise program. About one-third the students enroll from the Verde Valley and the other two-thirds

come from the Quad Cities area. Many are first-generation college students who enroll in degree programs that lead to good jobs and good salaries.

YC Partnering with PUSD on Tuition Free Pilot Program

Paquette also administers a new program in cooperation with Prescott Unified School District called Early College, in which 18 carefully selected high school seniors are spending their final year of high school in the YC campus classes Monday through Thursdays between 8:15 a.m. and 12:45 p.m.

All have 3.5 or higher-grade point averages and are enrolled at YC.

Similar to the Workforce Promise program, these students pay no tuition. Instead, the school district is reimbursed for the students through a grant from the state. PUSD then will pay for tuition.

Paquette said the program was initiated through cooperative efforts among Prescott High School Principal Adam Neely, PHS academic adviser Molly Orr and YC officials.

PUSD Superintendent Joe Howard praised Early College as “...a natural partnership with YC. We patterned it after the Vail High School-Pima Community College model. However,

we focus more on actual on-campus college life. PUSD staff member Molly Orr will be the ‘go-to’ for those kids, conducting many seminars and training sessions that will model college life.”

Howard said PUSD personnel continue exploring other opportunities to introduce local students to educational opportunities that will benefit them, their parents, families and the community.

More information is available by contacting Paquette at meghan.paquette@ yc.edu or by calling 928.776.2029.

Meghan Paquette, director, Early College and Workforce Promise programs at Yavapai College, coordinates two special programs that involve tuition-free classes and degrees for qualified students. (Photo courtesy Yavapai College)

Legado Apartment Complex Constructed Near Town Center

When it opens in 2024, Legado’s mixed-use, multifamily apartments will add 329 units to the housing market in the Prescott Valley downtown area.

At the southwest corner of Florentine Road and Main Street, the complex has been in the planning stages for several years. It was approved for construction by the Town Council of Prescott Valley about a year ago, according to the Fain Signature Group, project owner.

Legado is hailed as a unique gated community and will feature a 5,000-square-foot rooftop restaurant open to the public, and 8,000 square feet of commercial lease space at ground level.

Other distinctive features include covered parking, which includes an additional 124 public parking spaces; electric vehicles charging spaces; swimming pool, poolside cabanas and spa and fitness center; two turf courtyards; barbecue pavilions; and a dog-washing station.

Praising the new development, PV

Town Manager Gilbert Davidson said, “Legado will be a great addition to Prescott Valley’s downtown. It will serve as a signature building with retail, restaurants and living opportunities.” The investment will complement existing and new businesses and other community activities in the downtown entertainment area, he added.

None of the design plan was accidental, said Brad Fain, CEO of Fain Signature Group.

“We continue to research our state’s overwhelming needs for housing, new technology for energy and water conservation, social design and how we need to meet increasing demands for electric vehicles and EV charging stations,” he said.

“Legado residents will have necessary products and services needed to live without having to drive. Banks, grocery stores, restaurants, health care, elementary and high schools, college — all are within walking distance of the complex,” Fain

added.

He said the purpose is to let residents benefit from having desirable sites nearby so that driving is minimized or avoided. Fain Signature Group says its mission is to make a better lifestyle possible for residents through appropriate community design and regional collaboration.

The development group was established by the Fain family, whose early descendants homesteaded in the region in the 1870s. Descendants established the Town of Prescott Valley in 1966. It since has grown to be the largest incorporated community in Yavapai County, with a population topping 48,000.

The general contractor for Legado’s apartment complex is Pono Construction, a firm headed by Butch Gillespie and Amber Gillespie, a father-daughter team from Carefree.

Day-to-day operations will be managed by P.B. Bell, a longtime property management and development company from Scottsdale.

Construction continues on the massive Legado apartment complex in Prescott Valley near the center of town. (Photo by Ray Newton)

Bake Pet

Treats for a Heartwarming Cold Season

by Blake Herzog

Right about now is the time when most of us start to turn toward home and look for ways to heat it beyond the reach of the furnace. We’re cleaning out the fireplaces and putting sweaters and socks on everything within reach.

The next step is to fire up the oven for meals, snacks and desserts, and who better to bake for than your loyal fourlegged friends? They may have a fur-coat advantage over us but are just as eager to participate in the family fun!

Read on for three simple pet-safe recipes, two for dogs and one for cats — they’ll love your “fails” as much as your successes! These should be fine for most animals but if your pet has digestive issues you may want to check with your veterinarian before serving them. Q

CHICKEN AND RICE DOG TREATS

INGREDIENTS

1 cup cooked finely diced chicken

1/2 cup rice, cooked and mashed

3 tablespoons rice flour

1 tablespoon parsley

1 egg

INSTRUCTIONS

Heat oven to 350°. Mix all ingredients well, then spoon into a silicon mold with small, fun shapes. Bake until tops are golden brown, about 20-30 minutes. Let cool and remove from molds.

BEEFY DOG BISCUITS

INGREDIENTS

1 cup whole wheat flour

1 cup oats

1/2 cup flaxseed

1/2 to 1 cups beef broth

1/4 cup peanut butter

INSTRUCTIONS

Heat oven to 350°. Stir the flour, oats and flaxseed in bowl. Add 1/2 cup beef broth and peanut butter. Form into a ball and turn out on a lightly floured surface. Roll to about 1/4 inch thickness and cut into desired shapes. Bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes, flipping them halfway through. Cool and keep in airtight container for up to a week.

CRUNCHY KITTY

TUNA CRACKERS

INGREDIENTS

6 oz. undrained tuna

1 cup cornmeal

1 cup flour

1/3 cup water

INSTRUCTIONS

Mix ingredients together. Roll into 1/4-inch pieces. Bake on a greased cookie sheet at 350° for 20 minutes. Allow to cool.

GINA’S

Happily Ever After!

stories written or compiled by Loree Walden, Marketing Manager, Yavapai Humane Society

A hike around Lynx Lake on one of the trails and a dip in the creek

Gina is a precious, adorable, lovable, amazing dog who came to Yavapai Humane Society in August 2021 after living her entire life of 10 years with one family. They were moving and couldn’t take her.

She was adopted in January 2022 but returned after a month for being dog reactive. She’s a great dog and just needed to be given a chance. We kept her in the Marketing & Development office with us so she could enjoy one of the three beds we had for her, tons of treats and lots of love!

July 19 Viola and her daughter Daisha came to the shelter looking for a smaller young dog, but they took the time to meet Gina and, well, the rest is a very happy ending.

Here is a compilation of emails/updates from Viola about Gina:

July 20, 2022

Daisha is so happy to have Gina in the family, she shopped for Gina at PetSmart yesterday, the coupon book came in handy.

Gina is happy! I love how she is sharing Daisha’s bed with her; my son Sinopa enjoys her chilling in his room as he plays his Switch game and, occasionally, she comes to the living room to check on me and hops right on the sofa to relax and share the coach.

July 27, 2022

Here is a one-week update. She is attached to Daisha. Gina has a different attitude now that she has adjusted and figured out who lives with her. She is active and loves walking. We can’t use the word “walk” — we have to spell it now. When we get ready to go for a walk she goes a little nuts, she hears “let’s go” and we do!

Yesterday evening we went out for dinner and when we got home, she wouldn’t get out of the car, she wanted to cruise more. LOL

When Daisha leaves her sight, she goes looking throughout the house for her. School is one week away, and I have concern that she will cry/whine/whimper/ all day until Daisha gets home from school. Daisha is working with her, telling her to “wait here, I’ll be back, I’m going to school.”

She made her first visit to PetSmart shopping for her toys and food, she did well. And she even had her first Pup Cup from Starbucks.

Aug. 9, 2022

It’s been a month since we brought Gina into our home and lives, and we love her so much. Yesterday was Daisha’s first day back in school; the separating for Daisha and Gina was very emotional.

Gina and Daisha are like peas and carrots. Daisha does a little hide and seek, and Gina starts to whine and cry a little and I think Daisha doesn’t like to hear her so she comes out of hiding.

I love how she comes to me to let her out for potty break, at 2 a.m. When she wants something, she gives this light

Gina’s adoption day! It truly was the best day ever!

Daisha bought her that lobster costume and for the month of Sept and October that is what she is wearing when they go for walks. and Gina doesn’t mind the costumes or dress up that Daisha puts on her. I think Daisha is searching for a better Costume that will suit Gina Better. Daisha cannot wait for Halloween so Gina can wear a costume.

An early morning visit with my mom. Gina joined her, for coffee and oatmeal cookies. My mom is surprised how well behaved she is and really obeys Daisha. (PEAS AND CARROTS)

bark, or she uses her nose to point to her snacks. Boy, she is very special. She communicates, and I love that so much.

My oldest daughter Vibekah is helping us as Gina is home alone. She picks up Gina and spends some time with her driving around taking care of some errands and took Gina to Lynx Lake yesterday for a walk.

Aug. 31, 2022

Here is our baby’s update. A week ago we had to take her to the emergency vet hospital because she was not feeling good. Blood in her poop and low energy, we thought it was the end for her. We all cried, hugging her and telling her we just found you baby... Now, she is back to her happy feet self. After being treated with antibiotics and a bland diet of chicken and rice she is back to happy feet Gigi.

She is slowly adjusting to being home alone for almost eight hours. Daisha is working with speaking to her telling her she is going to school and giving her a treat explaining to her to wait until we get home.

She is always happy to see me when I come home from work, she greets me at the gate and dances around me until I get to the front door.

She is having a little arthritis in her joints, so she is taking daily medication. She had her wellness check up on Monday, and she is healthy minus the arthritis.

Since Gina come into our lives, we get out to explore the woods every weekend. Our daily routine has changed, and there are no regrets. We find that she brought comfort to our home. You see, Daisha and her brother were grieving for a month because their father had passed away. I feel like it was fate, or answered prayers that, that day we just happened to stop by searching. We did want a puppy, or a smaller dog, then Daisha saw Gina and fell in love, and now there’s Gigi, (Gina). They are an emotional support to each other.

On Friday, Gina gets to go to school with Daisha for two to three hours (its tutoring day on Fridays), and then Gina gets a visit from my daughter Vibekah, and she gets a special spa day. I don’t know what goes on, and I don’t ask, because it’s girls’ day.

Thank you, Viola, for sharing these sweet updates. I know I can speak for every one of us at Yavapai Humane Society when I say we are so grateful you came into Gina’s life.

It just goes to show that every single animal at Yavapai Humane Society is worthy of love and a forever home. If you’d like to give them their own happily ever after, give us a call at 928-445-2666 and let’s make it happen!

One of the many drive times — every day she wants a cruise. When I get her harness and leash, she knows what’s going down… it’s either a walk or a drive, then she does her happy dance.

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Bue Chovo Poole

Flynn Fox Gwen Huey Joker Quitera

Kitty Kit Lady

Lu Bug Maple Mordin Red

Wally Samson

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FALL HOLIDAY SAFETY FOR OUR Furry Family Members

The holidays pose many risks for our beloved pets.

At Halloween there are things that can happen with decorations, candy, costumes and people. It’s also a time of high risk for animals getting out of your house and possibly lost with the door being opened and closed all night.

Trick or Treat candies are NOT for pets. Keep an on eye on the candy bowl. All forms of chocolate, especially dark chocolate, can be dangerous and even lethal, to both dogs and cats! Chocolate can cause severe vomiting, diarrhea and seizures.

Chocolate covered raisins are a combination of two potentially deadly ingredients. Raisins can cause severe kidney failure. If your pet happens to eat a chocolate covered raisin, immediately get them to your vet.

Candy corn and other high sugar candy can cause severe gas and diarrhea. Candy with plastic and foil wrappers pose a health risk of causing an obstruction in the intestines and can irritate the lining of the GI tract.

Hard candies taste delicious to dogs, but they pose a major choking hazard. And MOST IMPORTANTLY,

do not let pets ingest sugar free gum or candy, which may contain Xylitol, a sugar-substitute. Xylitol can be deadly to your pet. This is by far, the most dangerous type of candy for pets!

We all love Halloween and fall decorations, but dogs and cats tend to explore new things with their mouths. A curious or bored dog or cat will happily scarf down fake spider webs, fake bugs or even dried corn decorations. Any of these items can obstruct your pet’s digestive tract.

Pumpkins usually have a candle in them, which your pet could easily knock over and start a fire or at the least, cause a mess.

Make sure your pet is properly identifiable. Up to day microchipping is so important. Have a collar and ID tag on them just in case Fido decides to bolt when you open the door to those trick or treaters.

And lastly, if you’re going to put your pet in a costume, make sure it fits properly and doesn’t have any pieces that can easily be chewed off. Make sure it doesn’t interfere with their sight, hearing, breathing, movement. Let your pet get accustomed to the costume and never leave your pet unsupervised while in costume.

Thanksgiving also can be a treacherous time. Fatty foods are hard for animals to digest, poultry bones can damage your pet’s digestive tract and holiday sweets can contain ingredients that are poisonous to your pets.

Keep your food on the table, not under it! Turkey and turkey skin, sometimes even in small amounts can cause a life-threatening condition in pets known as pancreatitis. Fatty foods are hard for animals to digest, and many foods healthy for people are poisonous to pets, including onions, raisins and grapes.

A small piece of turkey (make sure it’s boneless, white and cooked all the way through) or a lick of mashed potatoes will not harm your pet, but anything more than that could potentially be harmful.

Don’t spoil your pet’s holiday by giving him access to raw yeast bread dough. When a dog or cat ingests this, the yeast continues to convert the sugars in the dough to carbon dioxide gas and alcohol. This can result in bloated, drunk pets, which could become a life-threatening emergency.

Just like Halloween, be careful with decorations. Pinecones, needles and other decorations can cause intestinal blockage or even perforate an animal’s intestines if eaten.

Taking a few extra precautions will ensure your pet stays safe.

UpgradeKitchenyour

to Sell House Faster

by Blake Herzog

Higher interest rates have put the real estate market in flux in Greater Prescott and throughout the U.S. — homes aren’t turning over as instantly as they have over the past year or two.

If you think you might sell your home in the near-term, it’s a good idea to consider what improvements you could make to ratchet up its desirability and value, for yourself as well as prospective purchasers.

The kitchen is the room that usually gets the most scrutiny during the decision-making phase and the one where you have the most opportunities to boost your home’s overall appeal. But, don’t go overboard unless you want to and have the resources for it — homeowners typically see a higher return on investment for low- to mid-range renovations than a blowout.

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UPDATE OR REPLACE CABINETS

Home shoppers today put a premium on plentiful storage, especially when it’s also aesthetically pleasing. If your cabinets are looking shabby and creaky, it’s definitely worth replacing them.

If they are structurally sound, though, they can be spruced up pretty easily with new hardware that complements the other finishes in the kitchen and a fresh coat of paint, preferably in a light neutral shade.

REPLACE COUNTERTOPS

Trends have truly evolved for these over the last 20 years. Granite at one point became a near-synonym for “countertop,” but since then it’s become passe compared to quartz or quartzite, which offer swirling “vein” patterns instead of speckled “grains.”

Replacing outdated granite counters still in good shape can be painful but makes a huge difference. Tile countertops have intermittently staged comebacks as fresh designs come into

UPGRADE APPLIANCES

This is where kitchen overhauls can get truly expensive, but again you don’t need to spring for the top-of-theline, luxury model for the best return on the money you’re putting in. If your stove, refrigerator, oven, dishwasher or any other hard-wired appliance is at all iffy when it comes to performance or looks tired and grungy even with a good scrubbing it probably needs to go.

Stainless steel surfaces are generally the best bet as far as resale goes but white may not be a toodistant second. If you live in an upscale neighborhood, it may be beneficial to go with commercial-grade, but consider all of your other options first.

ADD MULTIPURPOSE WORKSPACE

With working from home at least part-time approaching being the norm rather than the exception in many fields and multitasking gaining traction with almost everybody, sliding a desktop in among your countertops can be a savvy way to boost your appeal to a broad cross-section of buyers from busy young families to

The New Evolution of

Peeples Valley

by Lindon & Sherry Gareis, DOWN-HOME Realty

We unapologetically borrow Peeples Valley’s esteemed fire chief’s phrase. Chief Shawn Bomar affectionately refers to recent changes as “The New Evolution of Peeples Valley,” and he’s not kidding.

There’s an undeniable momentum. A paradigm shift that incorporates both preserving our old cherished way of life with new energy, ideas and friends.

For instance, the PVFD Auxiliary brings neighbors together yearly for events such as the Spring Hoe Down and Fall Chili Bingo Night. At Christmas there’s a fire truck parade and Mr. and Mrs. Claus visit each child.

New to the lineup is the launch of other annual festivities. In October, DOWN-HOME Realty is hosting their 2nd annual Community Mixer, and this past spring, DHR hosted the first-ever community Serve Day. We love bringing neighbors together.

There’s some serious business going on here, too.

Chief Bomar has taken our fire department to a new level of service, training, ability, equipment and opportunity.

We also boast some of the best brick oven pizza in Arizona at The Thunderbird Café, while Good Things offers a treasure trove of vintage goodies.

Personally, we live, work and are building our “forever home” in Peeples Valley. There are several home builds just completed, and a few ready to break ground. The tax base is increasing, and our elementary school and fire department will realize benefit from this uptick.

Make no mistake about it, though, our sleepy lil’ community is still quite sleepy. But it seems we’ve hit a delicate balance with new neighbors, ventures and ability, while still maintaining our quiet, hometown way of life.

Tucked in the Weaver Mountains, we enjoy four mild seasons and abundant wildlife. Monsoons produce a blanket of vibrant greens to the landscape. “Snow happens” — but just enough to enjoy without becoming a nuisance.

Most days we are marveling at gorgeous sunsets, figuring out the names of birds frequenting our feeders (yes, we’ve become THOSE people) or laughing at the deer enjoying the low-lying plums while leaving us a pile of pits on the ground.

If you’re heading out for a day drive, come enjoy delicious pizza and browse for that unique find. And if you’d like to join our beautiful community, give us a call. But a word of caution. If you’re looking for someone to talk you out of Peeples Valley, don’t call us!

PLANT THE PRETTIEST ORNAMENTAL Grasses in your Landscape

by Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, Watters Garden Center

Mountain gardens are famous for flamboyant autumn grasses in the landscape. This is the season you’ll find the most exotic options for the gardens. From short spreading grass to big, bold pampas grass, this is their time to shine.

Treat ornamental grasses as you would a tree or shrub; put them on the same irrigation and watch them thrive for years to come.

Whether grouped in clusters or planted singly as focal points, ornamental grasses add instant texture and form to the garden. The grasses listed here are beneficial for adding an autumn glow to the gardens. Many look great right through winter.

BLUE OAT GRASS, Helictotrichon sempervirens, forms a tidy porcupine-like clump in the garden. The beautiful blue colors show all season, with beige panicles through autumn. Blue oat grass can remain evergreen through mild winters.

FEATHER REED

GRASS, Calamagrostis acutiflora, loves spring and is one of the first ornamental grasses to shoot up from the garden in spring and plume. Karl Foerster shows red plumes summer through fall, with Overdam showing golden.

FLAME GRASS, Miscanthus sinensis, can be a very flashy addition in autumn. Eye candy in the perennial garden with blazing red flowers all fall. Sometimes referred to as Maiden Grass, every yard should have at least one.

FOUNTAIN GRASS, Pennisetum alopecuroides, is one of the most reliable and attractive ornamentals you can grow. Rubrum keeps its red color all season. Moudry is another good choice for fall color, with green leaves as its flowers change to burgundy.

JAPANESE FOREST

GRASS, Hakonechloa macra, looks genuine any time of year. The golden yellow colors show well against all the purple, rust and reds in the fall garden. An easy-to-maintain grass with a weeping habit for extra drama.

PHEASANT TAIL

GRASS, Anemanthele lessoniana, is an open grass, ready to sway and flow in the slightest breeze. It’s also known as gossamer grass or New Zealand wind grass. In fall, the leaf blades become tinged with copper streaks that reflect the sun. The perfect grass for the lower mountain gardens below 5,000 feet elevation.

PINK MUHLY GRASS, Muhlenbergia capillaris, grows hip-high and very flashy. The foliage is covered in pink flower heads that catch every breeze, adding a cloud of soft pink to the garden summer through fall. Very tough, even on the windiest mountain hilltops.

PRAIRIE DROPSEED,

Sporobolus heterolepis, has thin, airy leaves that weep and flow in the garden. The leaves can turn almost pumpkin orange in fall.

RED SWITCH GRASS, Panicum virgatum, starts to change from green to red early in the growing season, and by fall it’s on fire. Shenandoah is the shortest, slowest growing, and showiest of all the red switchgrasses.

TALL MOOR GRASS, Molinia caerulea, grows foliage 3 feet tall, then shoots up into a delicate 6-foot flower stalk. Its narrow width and tall flowers make it perfect for small gardens. The flowers turn aspen gold through autumn.

GARDEN TIP

Autumn sparks the most critical feeding of the year for everything in the garden, especially fruit trees, shrubs and the native evergreens in the landscape. Before Thanksgiving, spread all-purpose plant food around all your essential plants, especially lawns and the ornamental grasses in the yard.

This promotes better rest through winter and sets the stage for more extensive growth in spring.

Watters Trees are Brighter

color with the best local trees.

mountain hardy

Our Ecofriendly Pest Control Promise

utilize eco-friendly, child safe and pet safe methods to rid your home or commercial property of unwanted pests.

is our mission to offer prompt and professional service. Call us and we will come right over to your place to handle these pests.

CELEBRATE FALL WITH BOLD SOUTHWESTERN TOUCHES

by Blake Herzog

Fall is a wonderful time to be in the Southwest. Temperatures are cooling off, the smell of barbecues and campfires is in the air, and oaks, aspens and maples are morphing into their mosaic of golds, reds and browns.

Fall in love with fall and accentuate the bold aesthetic of our region with your seasonal décor. Even if your taste skews toward minimalist placing, just a couple of these ornaments will truly give you that seasonal glow!

WARM, VIBRANT PATTERNS —

Autumn leaves come in many of the same colors you’ll find in the Southwestern palette: terra cotta browns and reds, dusky purples, rich ambers, coppery oranges. They also evoke every shade of our sunsets and are found in many Native American-

inspired rugs, pillows, blankets, baskets, pottery and even doormats.

Adorn your floors, walls, furniture and shelves with these to infuse a bracing burst of fall ambiance. Highlights of turquoise and silver bring hints of air and water to the mix.

LOCALLY SOURCED WREATHS

— Crafting or ordering a wreath made in Arizona with pine or juniper branches, dried leaves and flowers, pine cones, succulents and oak accents will stun visitors whether it’s on the front door, patio wall or inside. You can also go further down the Southwest trail by using a cowboy’s lariat as the base and incorporating pine cones with vibrant leaves, plants and even a few chili peppers!

GORGEOUS GOURDS — From pumpkins on down to jewelry-sized

gems, these fall perennials give a room that fallsy essence whether they’re au naturel or painted. You can grow or buy your own and style however you wish, or buy ones with lovely Southwestern designs painted onto them. These can last for years and often are more affordable than authentic baskets or pottery.

YOUR HAUNTING HAUNT — It’s easy to find inspiration for your Halloween style from Western legend and lore, from ghost riders and towns to tombstones and blackand-white portraits of scowling ancestors and historical figures.

Día de los Muertos and its infinite range of sugar skulls and skeletons, altars with candles and bright orange paper marigolds is another fountain of ideas.

The Perfect Retaining Wall System

VERSA-LOK retaining wall systems are cost-effective, easy-to-install, and give you endless design options.

VERSA-LOK segmental retaining walls are made from high-strength concrete units, dry-stacked, interlocked with pins, and set on granular leveling pads. These mortarless walls do not need frost footings. And when stabilized with geogrid soil reinforcement, VERSA-LOK walls can be built 50 feet tall and even higher. From intricate landscaping features to tall, commercial walls, VERSA-LOK delivers your best value in segmental retaining wall solutions.

Elevated Living

These Bathroom Trends

Picking Up Steam

by Blake Herzog

Are you closing in on that 10-year time frame when many bathrooms begin losing their luster? Are you starting to mentally budget for a makeover, minor or major?

Consider these slightly off-center fashions and features getting noticed by designers and consumers!

NO CURTAINS FOR CURTAINS — You don’t need to worry about jumping onto the glass shower door track if you don’t have the budget or inclination for it, since plenty of people are embracing the texture and movement of cloth and vinyl panels. They easily define your bathroom’s design, and are just as easily switched out when it’s time for something new.

COMMIT TO A COLOR — If there’s a hue you just can’t get enough of, your bathroom is the place to embrace it! It’s your space with minimal visits by guests at the most, and they’ll probably love it, too. Combining the right shades of gray, blue, pink, green, yellow, purple or whatever color makes your heart sing on the walls, counters and floors

will make it a truly customized retreat that will send your day or night in the right direction.

STACK YOUR SCONCES — They’re like wall art, only functional. Arranging smaller light fixtures in a line, triangle, trapezoid or some pattern known only to you will break up the blank space with flair and can be placed exactly where you want the light to shine on your lovely face. This can easily be combined with the sconces installed on top of mirrors that are also making waves, though it can be more challenging to find the right wattage that won’t create too much glare.

SLIDE THAT SINK TO THE SIDE — This might fly in the face of your desire for symmetry but hear us out. Giving yourself a larger expanse of counterspace gives you lots more options for your morning and evening needs rather than trying to fit your trays and baskets into smaller surfaces, with room for a plant or lamp to spare. It also helps to keep the faucet’s spray from splattering all over at least one side of the counter.

Terri

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty

Terri has been involved in real estate for more than 35 years in Arizona. After college she joined a title company and over time rose into management. In 2012, she transitioned to real estate sales and successfully closed multiple transactions in the Scottsdale/Phoenix area before moving to Prescott in 2015.

Since moving to Prescott, Terri has closed numerous real estate transactions and achieved sales awards and recognition for her dedication to her clients and to her profession. She is a certified senior real estate specialist.

Her passion is helping seniors with special real estate needs transition to their next living arrangement. Other specialties include staging homes to sell, creative financing and immediate accessibility.

Terri’s multiple repeat buyer and seller clients speak of her commitment to them and the integrity of the industry. Clients also report that she has their best interest at heart and is attentive, organized and responsive to their special needs.

She concentrates her efforts in north Williamson Valley but also has knowledge of the real estate industry in Prescott and Prescott Valley. Contact Terri regarding your real estate questions at 928-458-3459 or terrikiffer.com

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Make Any Room your GAME ROOM

by Blake Herzog

Every neighborhood seems to have at least one kid or adult with a big game room in their house that draws peers from miles away while everyone else is failing to impress even their own families with their own limited play space

But you can make your own dual-purpose dungeon go a lot further than you think!

SLIP IN A SCREEN — As slim and easily concealed as wall-mounted flat-screen monitors are these days, it’s easy to add one anyplace where one or more people might want to play a round or two of D&D or WoW or even UGG (Untitled Goose Game, a hit with kids and families). A dining room or eat-in kitchen

can be a great option since there’s ample seating plus a table for more hands-on card or board games.

HIDE SMALL SPEAKERS — If you don’t have a budget for a top-of-the-line sound system to fill the room, shop around for some gaming speakers, which are usually smaller than those intended for music, which can be strategically placed to put the pulsepounding music and effects right behind, under or next to your players. You can build up your collection over time if necessary, surprising frequent flyers with new dimensions of sound.

A COUPLE GOOD CHAIRS — This can go a long way toward making people more excited about gaming at home. Options range from classic

floor-level rockers and swivelers that can be stowed away when not in use to amped-up office chairs that can be used at desks for work and play and recliners where you can nap after getting wrecked by an intense battle. All three types can have integrated speakers that can turn the most unassuming family room into a thunderous arcade.

MAKE THE GAMES SMALLER — If you’re out of storage room for new and exciting board games, look into printing games out at home. Many publishers offer this at a fraction of the cost of a full boxed set. It won’t have the same bells and whistles but the identical action and fun. Better yet, you can invent your own game!

DON’T LET WINTER

Freeze Out your Drip Irrigation

by Blake Herzog

Many homeowners have ditched sprinklers for more water conservationfriendly drip irrigation, but they still need to protect these delicate systems from the cold air, dryness and frost of the winter months if they don’t want to redo part or all of it the next spring.

Here are the simple steps you can take to winterize your system, preferably in October or November, to make sure cold weather doesn’t “blow out” your lines.

SHUT OFF THE SYSTEM AND REMOVE FAUCET

Turn off the water supply that feeds into the pressure regulator and filter. Remove the faucet components including the timer, backflow preventer, pressure regulator and filter. Drain any water inside these components and pack them away indoors to prevent corrosion and warping. Remove batteries from the timer for further protection.

DRAIN OR BLOW OUT THE TUBING

Open all the manual valves and take off the end fittings to drain the system completely. A polyethylene mainline typically won’t be damaged by a freeze, but any fittings may crack if

any water remains inside. Walk through the whole network and slightly lift any lines where water might be trapped.

If you have a larger watering system or want to speed up the process, you can “blow out” the water with an air compressor, available for rent. Remove any end fittings from emitters before doing this, and never set the compressor higher than 50 psi, the maximum pressure most tubing can withstand. After you’re done, put the fittings back in place but don’t tighten them completely so water that collects over the winter can drain.

SEAL THE OPEN LINE

Seal the open end at the beginning of the mainline tubing with a female threaded hose cap, heavy plastic bag or other strong barrier to keep insects, debris or water from worming their way inside and damaging the system.

WATER BY HAND AS NEEDED

Your landscape’s water requirements will be lower during the cold season so this shouldn’t be too much of a chore. Come spring, put everything back together, tighten end fittings and you’re ready to go!

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Ireland

Always Feels Like a Big Hug—Part 1 of 2

by Tori Ward, ROX Travel, Cruise and Resort Specialist

Ireland! It’s known as the land of mischievous leprechauns, wishgranting fairies and pots of gold at the end of the rainbow, but what makes Ireland magical is her people.

We wanted to enjoy all we could pack into 10 days, so decided a private tour as opposed to renting a car would provide us with the ability to focus on the villages dotted along rugged coastlines and not stress over narrow, winding and unfamiliar roads dodging sheep.

Our private guide from Love Irish Tours™, Gordon, met us in our hotel lobby in Dublin and we were off to Blarney with a morning stop at the Rock of Cashel. Before we had reached the outskirts of the city we were ready to adopt this gentle and warm-hearted young man.

The Rock of Cashel is a hauntingly beautiful and well-preserved medieval complex, complete with castle and chapel, surrounded by an ancient Celtic graveyard. The main fortress was the seat of the power in Munster prior to the Norman Invasion.

Next we were delighted to arrive in Cork and the town of Blarney for lunch, and then off to visit the stone said to hold the power of eloquence. In truth, I found the grounds with

its meandering stream and the gardens exploding with spring enthusiasm more compelling.

The long march up stone steps to kiss a cold slab while hanging backward over a parapet did not honor me with the gift of gab. A visit to Blarney Woolen Mills, well, Merry Christmas Fam.

We were on the Ring of Kerry after breakfast the next morning and while we enjoyed some hearty laughs with Gordon, his explanation of the famine houses and oppression of the Irish people that led to 1.5 million residents leaving this beautiful country for America to never see their families again was sobering. The tumbled-down stone reminders of these cottages are a living tribute of the Irish for the respect they have for their ancestors.

The drive along this breathtaking coastline eventually led us to Dingle where we enjoyed strolling through the shops while marveling at our luck at clear skies and gentle breezes. We took advantage of it to walk the path down to the shore.

Skellig Rock, where monks retreated in the sixth century, lies south and the Blasket Islands off the west coast. The last inhabitants were moved

from the islands in 1954 although camping is allowed. However, tourism to Skellig, where scenes from one of the Star Wars movies was filmed, is strictly controlled.

The two days we were based in Killarney allowed us ample time to explore Killarney National Park, the Torc Waterfall and the Lakes of Killarney. At Muckross Lake we toured the 19th century mansion where no expense was spared for a two-night visit of Queen Victoria in 1861. The rich tapestries and furnishings involved with the renovations and preparation took years to complete and led to the financial ruin of the owner.

Our nights in Killarney were spent enjoying live music in a local pub; every stool was occupied and an older gentleman kindly waved us into the small booth he was vacating.

As much as we wished our stay in Killarney would never end, we still had much to explore as we continued our journey to County Clare.

In our next issue, I will take you with me to Bunratty, Kylemore Manor, the Cliffs of Moher and complete the adventure at Trim Castle. With a Braveheart, until next time, Sláinte.

Blarney Castle

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There’s No Place Like Prescott for the Holidays!

Prescott’s Holiday Light Parade & Bonfire Festival

Saturday, November 26, 2022 Parade 6pm • Bonfire 7:30pm

Kick off your holidays the bright way! Watch as beautiful-lit floats light up the night. After the parade, head to the field at Mile High Middle School for a HUGE bonfire and more festive fun! See the illuminated floats – parked for viewing. (Enter field through gate on Goodwin across from Old Firehouse Plaza.)

Christmas Parade & Courthouse Lighting

Saturday, December 3, 2022 Parade 1pm-3pm • Lighting 6pm

Grab a blanket and chair to watch the 40th Annual Christmas Parade through Downtown Prescott. There’ll be festive floats, holiday music, leading up the exciting moment when Santa arrives in a horse-drawn carriage. Stay for the 68th Annual Courthouse Lighting with live Christmas music and wait for that magic moment –when the Courthouse and its 100 trees sparkle to life with millions of colorful lights.

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34th Annual Live Music Extravaganza

Friday, December 9, 2022 5pm-8:30pm

Start the season on an inspired note! Catch the children’s choir at the Opening Ceremony, 5 pm on Gurley Street. Stroll through festively-lit Downtown Prescott to enjoy Christmas music from more than 500 performers. Several streets are closed, and more than 100 Prescott businesses open their doors to talented musicians who donate their time. All tips to artists provide music lessons and instruments to local youth and support school music programs.

Prescott’s Christmas Village & Christkindlmarket

Friday-Sunday December 16, 17 & 18, 2022 Fri 4pm-8pm Sat 11am-8pm Sun 11am-3pm

New traditions of Old Europe will be celebrated in historic Prescott this year for the first time ever. In the spirit and style of a German Christmas Market, Goodwin Street will be filled with vendors with last minute gift items, live music, horse-drawn carriage rides around the Courthouse and a visit with St. Nicholas for the kids. Enjoy German style food and a Bier Garten with beer and hot mulled wine!

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New Year’s Eve Whiskey Row Boot Drop

Saturday, December 31, 2022 8pm-12:30am

Kick up your heels this New Year’s Eve! Enjoy live music and more at Prescott’s 12th Annual Whiskey Row Boot Drop. Join the party on Montezuma Street in Downtown Prescott from 8:00 pm New Year’s Eve until 12:30 am. Watch the 6-foot, illuminated cowboy boot is lowered from the Palace Building. With two boot drops at 10 pm and midnight, this unique Prescott event tradition is fun for all ages. Fireworks, giveaways, and entertainment to ring in 2023!

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E-bikes Extend your Range for

Outdoor Fun

by Blake Herzog

E-bikes are the “it” vehicle of 2022 as people discover the advantages of this hybrid of a traditional bicycle and motorcycle. You still get to pedal, but a battery-powered motor affixed or hidden within the bicycle frame allows the rider to travel up to 28 mph, depending on the bike.

They’re gaining popularity with commuters but also make outdoor exploration on two wheels more widely accessible, especially for seniors and those with disabilities.

Almost everybody who can ride a traditional bike can ride an e-bike and the motor makes it much easier to clear hills and maintain your speed. Q

By law they are classified as bicycles on Arizona streets. Class 1 e-bikes (see below) are permitted throughout the City of Prescott’s trail system, but no e-bikes are allowed on any of the nonmotorized trails within Prescott National Forest. The two jurisdictions have compiled a map of suggested recreational e-bike routes in authorized areas, which is available at www.fs.usda. gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd816049.pdf.

Prescott Ebike in Prescott (928.833.2453 or www. prescottebike.com) has several e-bike rental options while Archer’s Bikes in Prescott Valley (928.277.4211 or www.archersbikesprescott.com) sells as well as rents e-bikes and conventional bicycles.

TIPS FOR GETTING STARTED:

• Know what you’re riding — There are three classes of e-bikes with slightly different capabilities. Class 1 bikes can go up to 20 mph and have a motor that can supply an “electric assist,” but it will only kick in while you’re pedaling. Class 2s also max out at 20 mph and you can use the electric assist when you aren’t pedaling. Class 3 e-bikes operate the same way as Class 1s but can go up to 28 mph and can face more restrictions from bicycle and multiuse paths than the others.

• Use your assist wisely — Most Class 2 and 3 e-bikes include a throttle for the motor, giving you three or four levels of assist from the motor. The lowest is usually labeled as “eco” and the highest “turbo.” These directly affect the life of the battery, so it’s generally best to stay away from the “turbo” end unless you really need it.

• Weight affects operation — The battery adds around 20 pounds and allows an e-bike to go faster than a typical bicycle, which means you need to brake earlier and with more force for it to stop when you want it to. This weight can also make it more difficult to pedal when the battery runs out or you’re not using the electric assist, which depending on your fitness level can limit your ability to use it.

• Pedal quickly — Most e-bikes operate more efficiently if you pedal with a faster cadence than what you use on a traditional bicycle. It will still work if you pedal more slowly but this will extend the life of the battery and provide a smoother ride.

• Safety first — Helmets are mandatory for those younger than 18 and recommended for everyone. Install front and rear lights and a rear-view mirror if they’re not already on the e-bike.

Eat. Drink. Adventure.Chino Valley

by Maggie Tidaback, Economic Development Project Manager, Town of Chino Valley

We’ve previously introduced you to eating and drinking in our charming town. Now, we’d love to entice you into some adventure at these gems for a variety in shopping pleasure.

PEA VINE — More than 80 local artisans and crafters create handcrafted gifts, art, plants, essential oils and more for you; 400 W. Butterfield Road.

SEW-N-SEW — This place meets all your sewing needs from offering apparel and quilting fabric, a full selection of thread and zippers, sewing notions, alterations, not to forget classes and sewing machine repair and maintenance; 1120 S State Route 89.

MARY’S COZY HOME FURNISHINGS — See more than 6,000 square feet of gently used and new furniture; 1299 State Route, No. 89 (1/4 miles north of the Safeway Shopping Center on the east side of the street).

COUNTRY ROAD BOOKS — For you readers and browsers come to Hometown Book Store, Country Roads Books

and more for used books, new books, trading books, hardbacks, paperbacks, children’s, religion, history books and more; 318 W. Perkinsville Road.

THE WATERING CAN — This shop specializes in vintage wedding decor for rent as well as custom flowers for all of your event needs; 323 W. Butterfield Road.

THE AG TEACHERS WIFE — Here you’ll find comfortable, trendy clothing at affordable prices — a little bit western, a little bit city and everything in between at this community gathering place; 150 S. State Route 89.

EZ STRUCTURES — The goal of this business is to provide the best building for your project and the best customer service throughout the industry; 743 E. Road 2 North.

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Salute to Service: Carrying on a Veterans Day Tradition

by Michelle Stacy-Schroeder, Recreation Services Administrative Supervisor, City of Prescott

On a cold November morning in 1918, the Allied Forces signed an Armistice Treaty in Versailles, France, ending World War I. The treaty was signed Nov. 11, 1918 at 11 a.m.

A year later, President Woodrow Wilson, commemorated the first Armistice Day by stating:

“To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations… .”

In 1954, Armistice Day officially was renamed Veterans Day.

For many years, the Northern Arizona VA held a Veterans Day Parade on their Prescott campus. Military Service organizations, car clubs, nonprofits and commercial businesses participated while hundreds of community members sat along the parade route to watch, cheer and pay tribute to veterans.

In 2013, the parade was moved to downtown Prescott around the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza. It is now organized by the City of Prescott

Recreation Services Department.

The number of entries has grown significantly, making it one of the largest veteran parades in Arizona — well over 100 entries! And it’s no surprise considering the Quad City area has one of the largest populations of veterans in the state!

In 2016, I took over as parade coordinator. Being an eightyear Army Veteran myself, it has allowed me to add a special significance to the Veterans Day Parade that only those whose served can truly understand.

The City of Prescott has a great group of community volunteers, along with generous support from the Northern Arizona VA, Arizona Public Service (APS) and commercial businesses that help to put on the parade.

This year, the parade theme is: Vietnam Veterans: To those that served, and the 58,479 that never made it home — Remember & Respect.

Festivities will be Friday, Nov. 11, beginning with an opening ceremony at 10:30 a.m. on the main stage at the intersection of Cortez and Union streets. The parade will begin at 11 a.m.

For more information about the parade or to participate, contact me at michelle.stacy-schroeder@ prescott-az.gov or visit www.prescott-az.gov.

Equestrian Association Supports LASER Animal Shelter

Cooperation between two Chino Valley organizations resulted in establishment of a LASER facility in Chino Valley at 2208 Equestrian Way.

LASER stands for Large Animal Shelter and Emergency Readiness.

Cooper Anderson, director of the Chino Valley Equestrian Park, said. “The new shelter was huge for the community. It will help during the summer to expand our hours. It also will help in the winter when it gets dark early.”

He said money was raised by pledging support to double use of facilities. During the previous year, the equestrian park sponsored 45 events with thousands of attendees.

During the dedication program, Chino Valley Equestrian Park raised even more money through a silent auction, raffles and gift sales to earn more money to support the new facility.

The program began with a threehorse color guard and the singing of the National Anthem, followed by a parade of more than 20 equine breeds, including horses, donkeys, mules, ponies and miniature horses.

More than 200 invited guests attended the Aug. 16 event. It was sponsored by the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce, Loretta Stewart, CEO, and co-sponsors Findlay Buick/GMC and Safeway.

Cathy Heath, local resident and

secretary and LASER board member said, “These LASER facilities will allow us to shelter horses, miniature horses, mules, donkeys, goats, sheep, chickens, pigs, rabbits and even llamas and alpacas. In fact, it wasn’t long ago that we provided protection for some animals that needed to be evacuated during the Crook Creek Wildfire just south of the Prescott National just 10 miles south of Prescott.”

LASER has another shelter at the fairgrounds in Prescott Valley.

Those wanting more information can visit the website at www.lasershelter.org or call LASER President Spike Hicks at 928-713-1331.

The three-horse color guards opened events at the ribbon-cutting for the LASER Animal Shelter in Chino Valley. (Photo by Ray Newton)

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Yavapai Symphony Association

Announces 56th Season

Submitted by Yavapai College Performing Arts Center

Youthful prodigies and historic ensembles. Talented soloists from far-andwide and virtuosos close to home. It all comes together in a stirring and varied season of music you will not want to miss.

After launching their 56th season Oct. 7 with a recital from Tchaikovsky Competition Gold Medalist Alexander Malofeev, the Yavapai Symphony Association starts off the new year Jan. 18 with the Grammy Awardwinning Orpheus Chamber Orchestra at 7 p.m.

Global sensations since their founding in 1972, the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra tours far and wide from their Carnegie Hall home. Their Prescott appearance will feature renowned French violinist Renaud Capuçon and music from Prokofiev and Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition. Tickets are $45 to $65. Q

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Orpheus Chamber Orchestra

Feb. 12 at 3 p.m. marks the return of patron favorites The ASU Symphony Orchestra. Join us as Director Jeffrey Meyer leads this group of gifted, up-and-coming musicians through an afternoon featuring favorite works from the orchestral canon. Tickets are $36 to $54.

March brings a highly anticipated appearance from one of the most recorded chamber orchestras in the world. The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, the London chamber orchestra founded by John Churchill and Neville Marriner, is best known for its soundtrack to the Oscar-winning film Amadeus — one of the most popular classical recordings. They will perform Bach and Dorman, with Israeli mandolinist Avi Avital March 7 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $45 to $65.

Philadelphia-born violinist Sarah Chang was a Juilliard student by age 5. At 10, she recorded her first album, Debut, which became a classical best-seller. The YSA brings Sarah Chang to Prescott, where she will join pianist Julio Elizalde performing a program of Brahms, Franck and Bartok on March 26 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $35 to $54.

Les Violons du Roy, a French-Canadian chamber orchestra, has a long and storied history. Founded in 1884, the Quebec-based orchestra took its name from the celebrated court orchestra of the French kings. Winners of the Classical Album of the Year Award, Les Violons du Roy and guest pianist Inon Barnatan will perform a program of Mendelssohn, Shostakovich and C.P.E. Bach, under the baton of Director Jonathan Cohen April 30 at 3 p.m. Tickets are: $36 to $54.

Emerging virtuosos all, the 100 musicians of the Curtis

Korsakov’s Scheherazade and Schumann’s piano concerto — and the result is an immersive experience with unique resonance. The Curtis Symphony Orchestra wraps up YSA’s 2022-23 season, May 16 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $45 to $65.

The Yavapai Symphony Association offers a variety of season packages. All concerts are held at the Yavapai College Performing Arts Center, 1100 E. Sheldon St., in Prescott. Programs are subject to change. Tickets are only available by contacting the Yavapai Symphony Association at 928.776.4255 or www.yavapaisymphony.org.

Yavapai Symphony Association 2022-2023 Season

Alexander Malofeev

Oct. 7; 7 p.m.

The Orpheus Chamber Orchestra Jan. 18; 7 p.m.

The ASU Symphony Orchestra Feb. 12; 3 p.m.

The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields March 7; 7 p.m.

Sarah Chang March 26; 3 p.m.

Les Violons du Roy April 30; 3 p.m.

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Water Tower Town

by Tod Christensen

There’s a thousand of them spread all over the Midwest and the West and if you grew up in one, more than likely you think you were blessed They are their own little worlds full of the people you laughed with and loved With their names written up in the sky on their water towers above

Each one unique but also the same there was always a reason behind each of their names The people were characters but shared many core traits and some crazy good people these small towns would create

There were as many churches as there ever were bars and most kids always had a chance to become their town’s star Everyone would root for you no matter the season, there was no shame in losing but quitting was treason

Driving down Main Street on weekends just to be seen, maybe there wasn’t fine dining but there was always a Dairy Queen If there wasn’t a sale barn there was one somewhere close by, and if you didn’t care about that, you wanted things to be knee high by the 4th of July

The radios would crackle with the farm report and weather and if the storm sirens screamed we would all shelter together Hard work was a virtue we would all learn to embrace Honor and honesty were the values we would chase

Each season always brought with it some very special treats with flags or decorations usually lining the streets If a family celebrated or mourned we all did too and time seemed to drag until suddenly it flew

It wasn’t perfect but it was pretty good looking back even if there was a right and a wrong side of the tracks A lot of us left after they gave us our cap and our gown, but we never stopped loving our Water Tower Town

Photo by Kalei Christensen

Streets of New York: Family Traditionsand Arizona Roots

by Erica Shipione | photos by Streets of New York Pizza

With its very first location opening in Arizona in 1976, the local and privately owned pizzeria Streets of New York has been proudly serving the desert mountain city of Prescott for over 20 years.

While keeping its Arizona roots, Streets of New York made the exciting decision to expand to Prescott in 1998 after major success throughout the Valley. Since then, the pizzeria has been offering comfort, quality and confidence in its recipes, giving customers a reason to return.

“Branching out to Prescott was a dream of ours,” says Lorrie Glaeser, President and CEO of Streets of New York. “Taking this company, which had great success in Phoenix and surrounding areas in the Valley, and branching out in our own state was a great opportunity for us to reach people in a new community.”

A three-generational family business, Streets of New York’s Prescott restaurant at 150 E Sheldon St. embraces the future of serving new generations of its customers’ families.

From family recipes, hand-tossed dough made daily inhouse, a 47-year-old Italian dressing recipe and even Lorrie’s very own Lorrie’s Lasagne, Streets of New York has perfected the comfort of homecooked Italian meals.

The menu selection proudly incorporates carefully chosen ingredients including tomatoes grown in Naples, Italy, and non-GMO, antibiotic-free sausage specially prepared for Streets. Streets of New York also invites the community in for daily savings from spaghetti and meatball Wednesdays, buy one get one half-off pizza Mondays and wine down Thursdays for half-off bottles of delicious selected wines.

“Our recipes are cherished family recipes,” Glaeser says. “From our kitchen to your table, we look forward to serving new generations of customers and welcome all Prescott residents and new patrons as they enjoy the beauty of this city.”

For more information on daily specials and dine-in, takeout, delivery and catering options, visit www.streetsofnewyork.com.

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Tell me, I know you’re an avid runner and happily married with doggies and all of that. What do you like to do in your spare time, when you’re not here at the wine bar?

Sheri Shaw: I’m an avid trail runner. I like to go far out into the mountains, and that is kind of my Zen time, that’s my prayer time. That’s my time away from people. Everyone knows my dogs are my babies and they’re my trail partners. That’s where I love to be. I love to go camping. I like to go climb random mountains, explore new trails and just be outside. I’m kind of a bird nerd, a little bit of a bird watcher. Just love being in the outdoors.

Prescott LIVING:

Is there anything else that you want to tell us?

Sheri Shaw: Yes! I’m taking over the space across the alley where the Del Rio Springs Vineyard Tasting Room has been, they’re moving to a bigger space right next door. It’s going to be a little gourmet cheese shop, the Back Alley Cheese Bar.

There’ll be gourmet cheese and then little gourmet foodie things. Some spices, some sauces, things like that. In the back there’s a small kitchen so we are going to start doing food for the bar. It’s going to be cheesebased food. Appetizers like brie bakes and bruschetta and just little small cheese-based appetizers. We’re hoping to be open in October, most likely it’ll be by Nov. 1.

Del Rio is going into a really beautiful space and we’re going to actually do food for them too, just cheese stuff. We’re going to expand our charcuterie boards. We’re going to have a two-person and a four-person charcuterie board. We’re going to start really small. Maybe we’ll have just a brie bake and maybe some bruschetta. Possibly, I’d like to do some gourmet grilled cheeses. Cheese-based, what goes better with wine than cheese? We’ll put our own touch on the space, but it’s pretty much all set. I have to buy some kitchen equipment, but not big stuff.

Prescott LIVING:

That’s exciting! You couldn’t ask for a better pathway.

Sheri Shaw: I know!

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Q: What brought you to Prescott; when?

A: 1989. I was in the process of getting a divorce and my mom lived here. I moved from Boston with my 9-year-old daughter and two suitcases.

Q: How did you become interested in your career field?

A: When I arrived, I applied at every flower shop in town, since that’s what I had been doing in Boston. I got hired at Allan’s almost immediately.

Q: What is the biggest challenge of your job?

A: We work hard for our share of the market, fighting against online companies that aren’t actual flower shops but masquerade as one. With the advent of COVID, our issues have been staffing, sourcing flowers and other products used in designs.

Q: What is the greatest reward of your job?

A: Knowing that we help people connect across miles. Sometimes it’s because they are trying to repair a rift with a friend, send condolences to family, or be a part of someone’s celebration when they can’t be here personally. We always say “We create beauty and deliver happiness” —I am grateful that I hold that in my heart every single day.

Q: Where would you like to vacation next and why?

A: I love getting on a ship and sailing to a tropical or exotic destination. There is nothing to do but relax … I need that more than anything. I also love that I stay in one room but end up in different places overnight.

Q: What is the last book you read; what did enjoy about it?

A: I read Green Light by Matthew McConaughey. I liked how he learned to see the green light in every situation he was put in — good or bad. He learned through hindsight that even what appears frustrating or like a stop sign can be a green light in the long run. I see that in my business. When something seemingly horrible or crazy happens, I have learned to wait and see the good in the situation.

Q: What is your favorite Prescott activity?

A: Christmas in Prescott; I like walking around the square when it is all decorated. I also love the music in the summer on the square. I love that Prescott is such a musical town, and you can hear live music almost any day.