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PHOENIX: FEB. 11 & 12, 2012 CELEBRATE THE ARIZONA EXPERIENCE

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AMAZING: PEOPLE, HISTORY, CULTURE FRIDAY, FEB. 3, 2012

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Table of Contents: 4 Arizona, only the best 6 Welcome from Arizona

Gov. Janice K. Brewer and Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton

8 Rise of Phoenix 9 Phoenix:

Factoids and Firsts

9 “Arizona 100 Years Grand” book

10 Gov. Hunt speaks!

10 AZ Best Fest site

map, entertainment, schedule of events

12 Ride of the century 14 Living history 15 Arizona Statehood collector’s stamp

16 Fangango! Arizona 17 Cultural villages 18 Educational pavilions 19 License to celebrate

ON THE COVER: Image courtesy of Frank Ybarra, a local Arizona artist

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ant in on the party of the century? It’s coming to your own backyard, Arizona!

Come on out and celebrate the Grand Canyon State’s 100th birthday on Feb. 14 at Arizona Best Fest Phoenix, which runs noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12 at the State Capitol in Phoenix.

Highlighting the “Best of Arizona” and all this amazing state offers in culture and diversity, the free event is like a traveling museum combined with a compact, Arizona-themed world’s fair.

Be sure to check out all the exhibits, which explore topics like Arizona history (do you know — or recall — the Five Cs?) and the state’s military background as well as its natural resources. Stroll around the Giant American Indian Village or the ASARCO Hispanic Village, play with your kids in the Shamrock

Farms Family Fun Zone and mosey over to the Discount Tire Western Town, complete with reenactments and staged gunfights. Then grab a bite to eat – adults may wish to peruse the beer and wine gardens — and snag a seat near the concert-sized Mainstage, where jazz guitar legend and Paradise Valley resident George Benson, of “On Broadway” and “This Masquerade” fame, will perform along with other big-name entertainers who boast Arizona ties. Yes, it’s all free! (Well, except for that bite to eat or trip to the beer garden.)

Now, if you’re a motorcycle enthusiast, you’ll want to register ($25 to participate) for Saturday’s once-in-a-lifetime Centennial Ride, which will be led by honorary chairman Dierks Bentley, the country music star and Phoenix native. He’ll be accompanied on

100 Centenarian Brunch

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n a world where achieving “100” in anything, let alone 100 years, is perhaps a wistful dream, the Arizona Centenarian Brunch presented by BNSF Railway, on Arizona’s 100th Statehood Day, Tues., Feb. 14, 2012, aims to celebrate those Arizona people, companies and nonprofit organizations that have, indeed, attained that status in Arizona — as the state itself turns 100 years young.

An Arizona Centennial Signature Event, the Centenarian Brunch, Feb. 14, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel, is also sponsored by Health Net of Arizona and 100 year-old law firm Fennemore Craig. By the way, BNSF Railway has operated

100TH STATEHOOD DAY February 14, 2012

77:00 – 7:30am: (Phoenix City Hall) Arizona American Indian Sunrise Ceremony (Sunrise is at 7:12am) 77:45 – 8:45am: (begins at Phoenix City Hall) Reenactment of Governor W.P. Hunt’s Walk to Capitol

the Mesa Riverview-to-Arizona State Capitol ride by Valley bike builder extraordinaire Paul Yaffe, who’ll be astride the AZ Copper Chopper, the Arizona Centennial’s copper-plated mascot. But even if you’re not a rider, you can get in on the fun by being there when Bentley, Yaffe and a few thousand others converge upon the downtown area. What’s more, some lucky soul will win the Copper Chopper during Sunday’s drawing!

So join friends new and old this month and let’s give Arizona the celebration of a lifetime!

in Arizona since 1881. The event will be emceed by none other than Arizona iconic personality Pat McMahon, with Gov. Janice K. Brewer, Secretary of State Ken Bennett, and former U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, amidst a host of other dignitaries attending.

The brunch program will feature a rousing review of song and dance of the last 10 decades, produced by Desert Stages Theatre Artistic Director Terry Helland.

However, perhaps undeniably most compelling of all will be the wealth of Arizona history-in-the-flesh gathered in one room, creating an event for the history books that celebrates Arizona’s 100 Years.

“We anticipate this being one of the crown jewels of Arizona’s 100th Statehood Day celebrations,” said Karen Churchard, executive director of the Arizona Centennial Commission and 2012 Foundation.

9:00am – 3:00pm: (Senate & House Lawns) Happy 100th Birthday Arizona!

• Happy Birthday Ceremony w/ Governor Brewer (9-9:45am) • USPS First Day Issue Ceremony (10-10:30am) • Polly Rosenbaum Writing Contest Winners & Award (1-2pm)

• Wayne Newton (2-3pm) ALL DAY FESTIVITIES: • • • • • • • •

USPS First Day Issue Stamp Sale & Cancellation Performances by Rex Allen Jr., Dolan Ellis and Marshall Trimble Non-stop Arizona Entertainment Legacy Projects & Official Centennial Event EXPO Centennial Merchandise Phoenix Food Trucks Birthday Cake View Archived Documents (Arizona Capitol Museum)

11:00am – 1:00pm: (Sheraton Downtown Phoenix) Centenarian Brunch (Ticketed event) 5:30pm: (Phoenix Convention Center, North Ballroom) Fandango! Arizona (Ticketed event)

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6 Welcome to all Arizonans and visitors!

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e’re pleased you’re here at this momentous time in our history – Arizona’s 100 year anniversary of statehood.

Arizona Best Fest Phoenix is one of the most festive signature events and projects to celebrate the Arizona Experience. I’m especially proud of the educational showcase that surrounds this event through five inspiring pavilions, two cultural villages, a western town and much more.

Discover the rich diversity upon which our state is founded. Learn about the role of our military installations and our veterans, and their contributions to our great state. See the results of our best innovative minds – those actively realizing a vision for Arizona’s future.

Enjoy Best Fest as you also explore the revitalization that surrounds our State Capitol. This includes Centennial Way and its 22 tribal displays, 15 county displays and eight Arizona shade structures, Wesley Bolin Plaza and its newest desert plants and the Capitol copper dome now shining anew. Arizona’s past 100 years are joyfully alive in the sights, sounds and aromas that are uniquely and distinctly “Arizona” at Arizona Best Fest Phoenix.

Be inspired by our past and be encouraged to imagine our state’s bright future. A century’s worth of ideas and accomplishments are on display for two exciting days. It’s a wonderful celebration – all leading to Arizona’s 100th Statehood Day on February 14th.

May God bless you, your families and our beautiful state of Arizona!

Janice K. Brewer Governor of Arizona

Dear residents, visitors and friends,

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elcome to Arizona Best Fest, a once-in-alifetime, fun and colorful event taking place in our great city.

Phoenix invites you to thoroughly enjoy the weekend and make your own memories at this Signature Event in celebration of Arizona’s 100 Years.

We are honored to be here during this important time in our state’s history. It’s an equal privilege to serve as Mayor to our state’s Capital — the largest capital city in the country — and to serve as host city of this momentous two-day event that precedes Arizona’s 100th Statehood Day. Happy Birthday, Arizona. This is a time for all of us to be extraordinarily proud.

Greg Stanton Mayor of Phoenix CELEBRATE CEL ELEBR EBRATE EBR ATE THE TH HE ARIZONA ARIZ ARI RIZONA ONA EXPERIENCE EXPER EX PERIEN PER IENCE IEN CE

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ickenburg was founded in 1863 as one of the earliest settlements in the Arizona Territory. Today, you can still revel in its rich history and western hospitality.

The earliest inhabitants were the Apache Indians, followed by hunters, prospectors, Hispanic ranchers and miners. Seven generations have lived and worked in this town built along the legendary Hassayampa River. This is the Old West, and horses still have the right of way on every street.

Located in the western foothills of the Bradshaw Mountains, Wickenburg is approximately 54 miles northwest of Phoenix. Home to about 10,000 people, this friendly town counts an almost perfect climate and numerous natural wonders among its riches. During the winter, sunshine and gentle desert breezes make the days temperate and inviting while the crisp

Nature Conservancy, provides critical shade, water and food for 85 percent of the desert’s wildlife species. Nature trails and guided walks afford a closer view of the desert’s unusual inhabitants. The Vulture Mine, discovered by Henry Wickenburg, offered up more than $30 million in gold before closing.

The mine can only be seen now through group tour booking. Contact the Chamber for information.

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evening air seems to bring the moon and stars closer.

Wickenburg’s lower Sonoran Desert locale offers an array of ora and fauna. Visitors may get a ďŹ rsthand look at the desert’s unique ecosystem via jeep tours that wind their way past gold mines and giant saguaros, all narrated by a local historian. The Hassayampa River Preserve, owned by the

Wickenburg’s Historic District As you approach the roundabout off Highway 60-93 into the historic district, a western ranch sign proclaims “Welcome to Historic Wickenburg!� which sets the tone for your visit to this charming western town.

Visitors can shop in stores and boutiques for gifts of southwestern air, take the self-guided Historic Walking Tour, a surrey ride, horseback ride, or Jeep and

ATV tours. If you’re interested in culture, the 600-seat Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts presents a variety of performing artists ranging from classical pianist to a Broadway musicals such as “Damn Yankees.� The nationally acclaimed Desert Caballeros Western Museum serves 50,000 visitors a year, and features western and American Indian art, and one of the most comprehensive collections of western artifacts.

For more information about Wickenburg, special events, programming and more contact us at: info@wickenburgchamber.com, Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce, 216 N. Frontier St., Wickenburg, Ariz. 85390, • 928-684-5479 wickenburgchamber.com.

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The rise of Phoenix From simple beginnings, the Valley has become a shining star in the state’s growth

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hoenix looked quite different 1,000 years ago.

The Hohokam Indians first occupied the Valley, creating a system of canals, which are known today as the Arizona Canal. The Hohokams were eventually forced away from the land due to long periods of drought and severe floods.

Fast-forward to the 1850s.

Jack Swilling, a veteran of the American Civil War who came west in search of riches and wealth, first settled in Wickenburg. However, while traveling, he discovered the land the Hohokam people left

behind and knew it could be great for farming.

Swilling organized a colony and moved to the area he named Swilling’s Mill. It wasn’t until another man, named Darrell Duppa, suggested the new town be named Phoenix, as it represented a “rise from the Hohokam ruins.” The name was accepted and officially recognized on May 4, 1868 and in 1881, Phoenix was incorporated as a city.

Phoenix originally was only 96 blocks, one mile long and a half a mile wide. Today, we know this area as the downtown business section.

One of the first economic revolutions came from the railroad in the

1880s, where Phoenix became a major trade center. Due to growing demands, the Phoenix Street Railway was formed in 1887 with buses and electric streetcars and ran until 1948.

In the early 1900s, President Theodore Roosevelt signed the National Reclamation Act, allowing dams to be built for reclamation purposes. Thus, the Roosevelt Dam was dreamed, which started in 1906 and finished in 1911.

Because Phoenix and the Arizona territory were becoming popular very quickly, the Arizona State Capitol was created in hopes to demonstrate that the territory was ready for statehood. After two years of building, the Capitol opened in 1900.

On Feb. 14, 1912, Phoenix became the capital of Arizona, chosen over Tucson and Prescott due to its more centralized location. The state Capitol expanded its building in 1918 and 1938.

In 1981, the original Capitol building was transformed into a museum, dedicated to telling Arizona’s history.

The 1920s and 30s were important for Phoenix. Thousands of children attended Phoenix Union High School and by the 30s, the size of Phoenix had doubled.

When World War II hit, Phoenix turned into an industrial city. After the war had ended, dozens of plants and private businesses started to move into the city, transforming the once farming town to a metropolis.

Phoenix is now one of the fastest growing cities in the United States, ranking sixth overall. There are currently more than 1.4 million people residing in Phoenix.

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TO OUR EXTRAORDINARY SPONSORS Thank you to our extraordinary sponsors for making Arizona Best Fest Phoenix the party of the century!

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100 years grand!

Phoenix: Factoids & Firsts

BY ALISON STANTON

The Phoenix METRO light rail system debuted in Dec. 27, 2008; more than 200,000 people rode the 20-mile line during the two-day grand opening.

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isa Schnebly Heidinger grew up hearing stories about Arizona’s history from both of her parents a and all four of her grandparents.

Her family’s Arizona roots go back over a century and involve a town known for its amazing beauty: Heidinger’s great-grandmother was Sedona Arabella Miller Schnebly, the woman for whom the town of Sedona was named.

“I like to believe that I came from a line of determined and indomitable women,” Heidinger said.

Although she admits to not caring much for history when she was younger, as an adult Heidinger became extremely interested in the subject, and in 2006 she began working on an outline for her book “Arizona: 100 Years Grand,” which was published last September.

The book, which Heidinger said is a “geographical, historical and cultural collection of our state’s best and brightest people, places and events during the first century of statehood,” is the official book of the Arizona Centennial Commission.

“This book celebrates our unique history, highlights our struggles and triumphs, presents our crown jewels, and leaves any reader dazzled by our state,” Heidinger said.

For more information, or to purchase the book, visit AZ100Years.org.

There are more than 1.4 million people living in Phoenix.

While traveling in Phoenix, it’s good to know that the streets are laid out in one mile grids between major streets.

For example, while traveling from Camelback Road to Bethany Home Road, you have traveled one mile.

Phoenix has an average of 334 sunny days per year.

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is one of the 10 busiest airports in the nation for passenger traffic.

Phoenix is one of the fastest growing cities in the country, and the sixth largest city in the United States.

The Phoenix Convention Center underwent a $600 million expansion, tripling the size of the available rentable space.

Because of this transformation, the center is one of the top 20 convention centers in the United States.

Phoenix covers more than 519 square miles.

Source: City of Phoenix

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Join the celebration of the century Schedule of events Saturday, February 11

Sunday, February 12

Noon Best Fest Opens!

Noon Best Fest Opens!

Centennial Way [aka Washington Street] Re-Dedication at 10th Avenue Cultural Villages & Towns featuring: • Western Town presented by Discount Tire • American Indian Village presented by Giant • ASARCO Hispanic Village Interactive Pavilions featuring: • Science & Future presented by University of Arizona • Natural Resources presented by Resolution Copper • Arizona Military History • Arizona History presented by Stevie & Karl Eller, Arizona Cancer Center, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, and TGen • Sports Pavilion presented by Arizona Cardinals/Arizona Diamondbacks/Phoenix Suns Family Fun Zone presented by Shamrock Farms Arizona Storytellers Theater presented by The Arizona Republic Renewable Energy Display presented by APS AZ 100 Fine Arts Wine Garden presented by Arizona Wine Growers Association Craft Beer Garden presented by Arizona Craft Brewers Guild Beer Gardens presented by Budweiser Motorcycle Vendor Village Food, Merchandise Booths & More Live Entertainment on 8 Stages 3pm

Arizona Centennial Ride participants’ arrival begins — roaring thunder!

5pm “AZ 48” Ceremonial Ride through Best Fest greeted by Governor Brewer!

Arizona Capitol Copper Dome Mainstage* 12:30pm 1pm 1:45pm 5:30pm

6:30pm 7:45pm 9pm 10pm 10:15pm

Marshall Trimble Dolan Ellis Rex Allen Jr. ‘Salute to Arizona’ with Governor Janice K. Brewer & Dierks Bentley Celebrate Arizona Centennial official mascot Copper Chopper completing its 17-month tour; plus Dierks Bentley’s song “Home,” Official Song of the Centennial Commission Premier Cultural Performances from Villages and Western Town Jerry Riopelle Michelle Branch Gin Blossoms Fireworks Arizona Best Fest Phoenix Closes

Cultural Villages & Towns featuring: • Western Town presented by Discount Tire • American Indian Village presented by Giant • ASARCO Hispanic Village Interactive Pavilions featuring: • Science & Future presented by University of Arizona • Natural Resources presented by Resolution Copper • Arizona Military History • Arizona History presented by Stevie & Karl Eller, Arizona Cancer Center, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, and TGen • Sports Pavilion presented by Arizona Cardinals/Arizona Diamondbacks/Phoenix Suns Family Fun Zone presented by Shamrock Farms Arizona Storytellers Theater presented by The Arizona Republic Renewable Energy Display presented by APS AZ 100 Fine Arts Wine Garden presented by Arizona Wine Growers Association Craft Beer Garden presented by Arizona Craft Brewers Guild Beer Gardens presented by Budweiser Motorcycle Vendor Village Food, Merchandise Booths & More Live Entertainment on 8 Stages

Arizona Capitol Copper Dome Mainstage* Noon 1pm 2pm 3pm 4:30pm 4:45pm 6pm

Arizona Cultural Performance Showcase Ronstadt Family Traditions Rex Allen Jr. Esteban Arizona Centennial Official Mascot Copper Chopper – Final Drawing Governor Janice K. Brewer with Arizona bike designer Paul Yaffe George Benson Arizona Best Fest Phoenix Closes

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Jerry Riopelle

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Gov. Hunt speaks! on Shields was just being his usual, enthusiastic and amiable self when he asked someone at the Arizona Capitol Museum if they needed docents. But, as the mustachioed and bald Shields stood near a display featuring a statue Arizona’s first governor — the mustachioed and bald George W. P. Hunt, whose initials stood for Wylie Paul — he got a different response than he expected.

“You look just like him,” came the reply.

“I never thought anything of it,” muses 58-year-old Phoenix man, a relative newcomer to the state having moved from Illinois in 2008.

Well, that is, until he got the docent gig and was ushering youngsters through the museum one day.

That’s when a girl looked at him in astonishment, and, referring to the Governors Office display one

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(Left) Gov. George W.P. Hunt, who served a remarkable seven terms, and historian and actor Don Shields, share a remarkable resemblance.

floor above, said, “I just saw you upstairs.”

Next thing he knew, Shields was researching Hunt — even discovering their families may have crossed paths in the 1840s — and the velvet-voiced retiree who recently wrote a book and still does a drivetime radio show in Illinois, was launching yet another side career. Today, this former teacher, assistant principal and coach can be found gussied up in a suit and portraying the robust and often controver-

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sial Missouri-born Democrat (and ambassador to Siam) who was often known as “the Old Walrus,” but whose preferred nickname, Shields adds, was “the Old Roman.”

Shields will be one of the many entertainers at the AZ Best Fest Phoenix, introducing visitors at the Stevie and Karl Eller History Pavilion to Gov. Hunt through a narrative featuring part of his actual inaugural address. While lots of folks know Hunt (along with his wife, their daughter Virginia, and his wife’s parents) is buried in a pyramidshaped tomb at Papago Park near the Phoenix Zoo, Shields says the colorful pioneer and namesake of the Hunt Highway hasn’t gotten his due. So Shields hopes to change that through his portrayals.

“When it comes to politicians, Hunt’s probably one of the least known,” Shields says, noting the late governor served a record seven terms.

“But I get the feeling he did a lot for this state that people did not realize. He wanted people to have more of a voice than the politicians. Learning about him has been a fantastic experience.”

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AZ Copper Chopper leads Centennial Ride

Celebrated custom-made motorcycle ends year-long tour of state with 16-mile ride to Capitol

BY MICHAEL FERRARESI

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opper protects the dome of the Grand Canyon State’s Capitol.

The reddish-orange precious metal is mined in greater abundance in Arizona than most states and reflects the earthy colors of the majestic desert landscape.

Producers of Arizona Best Fest Feb. 11 and 12, figured copper should have a clear role in a 100 Years of statehood celebration, so a motorcycle ride leading up to what could be the biggest party in state history was the ticket.

The Centennial mascot, a custom-built

motorcycle known as the Copper Chopper, will lead nearly 2,000 motorcyclists along a historic 16-mile ride to the Arizona Centennial Best Fest at the Capitol on Saturday, Feb. 11. The event marks the end of the line for the copper-gilded motorcycle that’s toured Arizona for more than one year.

World-renowned Phoenix motorcycle artist Paul Yaffe created the Copper Chopper mostly from raw copper donated by local mining giant FreeportMcMoRan. The rest of the bike, complete with a 100-cubic-inch Harley-Davidson engine, is plated with copper. The gas tank is emblazoned with an outline of

Arizona, marking the territorial capitols of Prescott, Tucson, and Phoenix.

Yaffe will pilot the Copper Chopper on the Centennial Ride, which begins Feb. 11 at Mesa Riverview and ends 16 miles later along Washington Street to the Capitol in Phoenix. Producers anticipate about 2,000 motorcyclists to attend, including Secretary of State Ken Bennett and state Rep. Jerry Weiers, R-Glendale, who is credited with the idea for the copper motorcycle.

Mandi Wimmer, the deputy director for the Arizona Centennial Commission, on, said the Copper ppe Chopper hopper has become

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Arizona’s most abundant mineral is copper. “like a celebrity” at events and has drawn the attention of motorcycle enthusiasts across the state.

“People are constantly taking pictures,” Wimmer said. “We wanted something that could tour the entire state, knowing that we as the commission couldn’t get to every city and every county to do an event. So this is really ally our way to make the Centennial a statewide celebration.”

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Be sure to stop by the Shamrock Farms Family Fun Zone and celebrate Arizona’s centennial with Arizona’s hometown dairy.

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The mass ride will be led by Tempe native and country music star Dierks Bentley, the ride’s chairman, who is also scheduled to appear in Best Fest Salute. Organizers selected Bentley’s single, “Home” as the Centennial Commission’s official song.

The Copper Chopper’s engine offers 100-horsepower and 100 footCountry music star and Arizona native Dierks Bentley will lead the 16-mile Centennial Ride. pounds of torque, or one More than 2,000 motorcyclists are expected to join Bentley on this historic ride. for every year of Arizona’s statehood. Its top speed is 125 mph.

The parade of riders head straightaway into Arizona Best Fest itself, replete with a motorcycle Vendor Village for enthusiasts to enjoy all the goods that support their love affair with the Arizona open road.

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BE A PART OF IT! Visions of an All-America City:

Celebrating Chandler’s history, culture and legacy.

The City of Chandler will be 100 years old on May 17, 2012, and we’re planning a huge community celebration weekend to mark the occasion. Plus, throughout the year there will be family friendly activities, traveling history exhibits, a new Chandler history book, various contests, and many other commemorative events throughout the community.

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Celebrate with us!

Chandler Centennial May 17-19, 2012

Thank You Volunteers Fiesta Bowl Chairman of the Board, Duane Woods, thanks the more than 2,900 volunteers for tirelessly supporting the Fiesta Bowl games and events. Thank you for another successful bowl season.

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Thurs., May 17, 2012

Fri., May 18, 2012

Sat., May 19, 2012

HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY CHANDLER! CELEBRATION

100 ARTISTS CELEBRATING 100 YEARS

CHANDLER BASH OF THE CENTURY

4:30-6:30 p.m.

City Hall Plaza, 175 S. Arizona Ave.

4:00-10:00 p.m.

Historic Downtown Chandler

4:00-10:00 p.m.

Tumbleweed Park, 2250 S. McQueen Rd.

Please visit our website for other events and activities during the months leading up to our Centennial Celebration.

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Living history

Mrs. Elizabeth Lawton

Birthday: November 29, 1912 Birthplace: York, North Dakota

Three centenarians share their comments on a 100-year love affair with Arizona

“My dad always said he wanted a baseball team, but after three boys, they had me and that broke the baseball team,” Lawton said with a laugh. “I ended up being the apple of their eye and having a wonderful childhood.”

During the Depression, Lawton, whose maiden name was McCarthy, moved to Billings, Montana and opened the McCarthy School of Dance. A dance-lover to this day (‘Big Bands’ were and are a favorite), she still goes dancing every Friday night. Her secret for a long life: “Every day, I have a piece of See’s candy, an ice cream cone and a drink of vodka.

I also enjoy lots of love.”

BY PAULA HUBBS-COHEN

Much can happen in a century. Most of us can only imagine.

But for these Arizonans, their stories are living history.

Mr. Jesse Butts

Birthday: July 20, 1912 Birthplace: May, Texas

“When I was a kid in school, we’d go out to the cotton fields during lunch and pick cotton,” said Butts. “We’d leave the sack in the field and after school, we’d go back out and pick some more.”

Butts, whose mother lived to the ripe old age of 106, worked in the oil business most of his life, moving to Arizona in the mid-1990s. He married his lovely bride Fredrecia in 1935 and the couple enjoyed more than 60 years together until she passed away from Alzheimer’s in 1998.

His secret to longevity: “I’ve got good genes and a good sense of humor!”

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Oraibi, a Hopi American Indian village on Third Mesa, dates back to before A.D. 1200 and is believed to be the longest continuously inhabited community in the nation.

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The saguaro cactus is one of world’s largest types of cactus and grows almost exclusively in Arizona. It takes 50 to 100 years for it to grow an arm.

Mr. Robert Hendrie

Birthday: November 15, 1911 Birthplace: Troon, Scotland “My father was already in the U.S. when my mother brought me and my brothers here in 1914,” Henry said. “We lived in New Jersey and growing up, we played baseball, went ice skating and made our own fun,” he said. “We didn’t have electricity; we had oil lamps and a coal stove for heat.”

His hope for his grand- and great-grandchildren is that they get an excellent education.

“When I was young, we didn’t worry about going to school. When our daughters came along, I insisted they both go to college.” His advice for living a long life: “Just don’t die too soon!”

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Statehood forever stamp to be collectors’ gem

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or nearly five decades, Arizona was known as the “baby state” thanks to its status as the last of the 48 contiguous states to be admitted to the Union. In fact, after Arizona’s admittance on Feb. 14, 1912, the state retained its youthful status until Alaska and Hawaii became states in 1959.

To help celebrate Arizona’s 100 years, artist and Arizona native Ed Mell created the Arizona Centennial Stamp, a beautiful modernistic interpretation of the soaring crimson-hued rock formation known as Cathedral Rock. This magnificent

landmark, known for its aweinspiring visual tableau, is located in scenic Sedona.

Feb. 14, 2012 serves as the USPS “First Day Issue” of Arizona’s 100 Year Statehood Stamp with philatelists from around the country, if not the world, expected to attend this much awaited first ‘on sale’ tradition, a major event in the world of stamp collecting.

Classified as a “Forever” stamp, this collector’s item can be used to mail a one-ounce letter regardless of the future cost of a stamp. It will be available for purchase beginning on Arizona’s 100th birthday, Feb. 14, 2012.

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Fandango Arizona!

Gala event celebrates Arizonans love affair with the Grand Canyon State

BY ALISON STANTON

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n Valentine’s Day, hundreds of people will gather together at 5:30 p.m. inside the Phoenix Convention Center to celebrate Arizona’s 100th birthday.

The event, Fandango! Arizona, sponsored by SRP, is literally the gala of the century, and co-chairs Stevie Eller and Patty Simmons plan an evening of cocktails, dinner, musical entertainment and a special performance by the Phoenix Symphony playing select por-

tions of the “Grand Canyon Suite.”

Sallie Sargent, event producer with Spectacular Productions, Inc., said the whole evening will be a memorable and historic tribute to Arizona, from the grand ballroom encircled with a panorama of screens showing special

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The bola tie is the official state neckwear, fitting since a silversmith in Arizona invented it.

commemorative videos to a group of special guest emcees like former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, television host Hugh Downs, and author Harvey Mackay.

The videos will fit in well with the evening’s theme, “Spend your Valentine’s Day falling in love with Arizona all over again.”

“We are dividing 100 years into 25 year segments and then one segment for the future,” Sargent said, adding that her company is partnering with KAET 8 to create and produce the videos.

The evening, which will benefit the Arizona Centennial 2012 Foundations, will also include a silent auction. Dress will be “Arizona black tie,” which Sargent said can include bolo ties, turquoise and other cultural gear.

The gala will showcase the awe-inspiring, rugged and rich-incharacter terrain found throughout the state, Sargent said, as well as

its many residents who share these same characteristics.

“This event provides us the occasion to celebrate the wonders of our state and to take pride in what it means to be an Arizonan,” she said.

Tickets range from $250 to $50,000 and more for sponsors. For tickets and information, call 480-922-3311 or visit AZ100Years.org.

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Who are we?

Old Western Town, villages showcase the unique people and cultures of Arizona

BY PATRICIA BOARDMAN

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potlighting Arizona’s bright, rich tapestry of cultural diversity, Arizona Best Fest brings three early cultures to life through the Discount Tire Western Town, the ASARCO Hispanic Village and the Giant American Indian Village.

Full-scale depictions in dwellings and characters will take you from the earliest desert dwellers through the era of the

Spanish missionaries and Conquistadores.

You’ll experience a kaleidoscopic view of life in Arizona across the years, beginning with an American Indian Village, presented by Giant.

Traditions are presented by Arizona’s ancient Peoples: the Apache, Hopi, O’odham/Maricopa, Navajo, Pai, Pascua Yaqui, River and Zuni Tribes, plus dwellings constructed by tribal elders and youth.

Lively demonstrations with song and dance in native languages will enrich the elders’ storytelling. Displays of weapons from axes to arrows and their use offer insight along with historic and contemporary arts, crafts and foods.

From tribal lands, promenade onward through a Presidio gateway to

the lively ASARCO Hispanic Village.

A colorful plaza scene brings together dancers, musicians, craftsmen and artists. Join in, if you know how to salsa, or simply enjoy the mariachis and equestrian dancers — or even the margarita cantina.

There’s plenty of fun at the chariada (rodeo), and even more fun when you learn how to char a chile, fill a tamale or a tortilla — and just wait ‘til you taste them. Take time to savor all.

You’ll need your strength for the gunfights at the Discount Tire Western Town. All the myths and magic of the Old West live on here – saloons, cowboy gear, gold panning and gunfights. This bustling town caters to cowboys, ranchers and tender-footed tourists, too.

Take it all in, hear tall and not-so-tall tales from Arizona’s official historian, Marshall Trimble; sweet melodies from balladeer Dolan Ellis; and “I Love You, Arizona” by Rex Allen Jr.

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By Joan Westlake has Roberts Air Conditioning & Heating has been a successful business nearly as long as Arizona has been a state! Founded by Chas and Alice in 1942, a third generation of Roberts is celebrating the company’s 70th anniversary this year. A true local, family-owned operation, it is the largest air conditioning and heating provider in the state.

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The Roberts’ son, Chuck, began managing the company in the 1960s. When residential construction began to boom in the 70s, Chas Roberts’ expertise and service was there to meet the needs of the community. New installations became the dominant part of the business and, by the end of that decade, the company was the leading new construction air conditioning contractor in metro Phoenix. Over the next

20 years, growth continued in the Valley, with expansion into Tucson in 1991.

recognized many times for setting the standards for trustworthy and ethical business practices and for treating the customer fairly.

In 1999, Chuck’s daughter and the Roberts’ granddaughter Roberta “Sissie” Roberts Shank assumed the helm of the company. She learned the business from the ground up. She became the company’s full-time computer programmer in 1987 and, over the years, has tackled many different roles. Today she serves as CEO of the company, which has multiple locations in Arizona and New Mexico.

Giving back to loyal customers is also a family tradition. Chas Roberts does this in many ways including sponsoring a summer giveaway that awards new air conditioning systems to needy families. In addition, Chas Roberts and its employees have donated more than a quarter-of-amillion dollars and thousands of hours to local and national charities.

Sissie says she was fortunate to work with her father for more than 15 years.

Today, she leads the company’s vision and growth plans, maintaining her father’s guiding principle of “being the best.”

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Few companies can boast 70 years of success. Longevity as a company is more than just bragging rights; it offers tangible benefits to customers.

Decades of proven service instill the confidence that Chas Roberts

is a reputable, high-quality HVAC contractor and foster solid relationships with suppliers. The company is able to offer the highest quality systems, by the best manufacturers in the industry and at the most competitive rates. That’s why so many people continue to choose Chas.

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Discover your ‘slice’ of Arizona

Pavilions highlight the many wonders of the state

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he state of Arizona may not be all things to all people, but it certainly appeals to the hopes, dreams and imagination in all of us. The diverse and unique facets of Arizona are captured in the many pavilions and venues highlighting the past, present and future at Arizona Best Fest Phoenix.

STEVIE AND KARL ELLER HISTORY PAVILION

Discover Arizona’s rich history in the Stevie and Karl Eller History Pavilion where interactive displays and artifacts highlight historic moments from the past century.

Included are stories of the women’s suffrage movement and the year women

Museum and the Veterans Museum. Hear stories from WWII and Teddy Roosevelt’s Rough Riders.

THE RESOLUTION COPPER NATURAL RESOURCES PAVILION

Showcased in the Resolution Copper Natural Resources Pavilion are copper and gold mines, sawmills and the timber industry. Exhibits inside this pavilion will focus on ďŹ shing and hunting, Arizona’s recreational resources.

And we haven’t forgotten about our natural wonder, the Grand Canyon, which will be detailed here and celebrated in the pavilion.

earned the right to vote, the same year Arizona became a state.

MILITARY PAVILION

Historic artifacts and images detail Arizona’s military past. The pavilion highlights military air bases, forts, and select exhibits from the Arizona Military

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Diamondbacks winning the World Series in 2001 and the unforgettable “Madhouse on McDowell� years of the Phoenix Suns are detailed here among others.

Memorabilia from the Cardinals, Diamondbacks, Phoenix Coyotes, Suns and Mercury teams will be on display for all to see!

THE APS DISPLAY OF RENEWABLE ENERGY

Come visit Roxie, the friendly spokescow, who will be in the Shamrock Farms Family Fun Zone. Pose with Roxie for a quick snap shot, and sample some delicious Shamrock Farms milk.

Activities and performances are all family friendly, including lasso lessons, Arizona-themed puzzles, carnival rides and line-dancing lessons.

Come by the APS display of Renewable Energy and see the only solar-powered display at Arizona Best Fest. You will also be able to see how solar energy works, and how Arizona is emerging to become a leader in solar power. Shouldn’t be too hard with over 300 sunny days per year, that’s a lot of solar power!

AZ DIAMONDBACKS, AZ CARDINALS AND PHOENIX SUNS SPORTS PAVILION

ARIZONA STORYTELLERS THEATER PRESENTED BY THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC

Relive the most memorable moments in sports history at the Sports and Recreation Pavilion, where memories of the

Whether they be tall tales, historic accounts or colorful yarns, Arizona stories abound in this unique venue.

THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA SCIENCE & FUTURE PAVILION

Boldly exploring where no one has gone before, the University of Arizona (UA) Science and Future Pavilion showcases how, from its very beginning in 1885, the University began to shift paradigms and forge new frontiers.

Tour the Science and Future Pavilion and chat with researchers and students about UA’s research projects, including development of satellites and other technologies to further space exploration.

You will discover why UA receives more NASA grants for space exploration than any other American university.

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Don’t miss touring the Pioneer & Military Memorial Park Cemetery. This historic site, at 14th Ave. and Jefferson, is also open Best Fest weekend. See the graves of such pioneers as Jacob Waltz, of the famed Lost Dutchman mine, Tom Graham, the last man killed in Arizona’s Pleasant Valley War, and many more of Arizona pioneers. Also tour Smurthwaite House Museum built in 1897, and home to memorabilia and antiques of local Arizona Territory pioneer families.

Admission to these attractions is free.

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