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Spoof of Christmas Carol raises funds for North Valley youth programs MARC BUCKHOUT MANAGING EDITOR
Crowds at the Black Box Theater at Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center are being introduced to a Scrooge and a Tiny Tim unlike they’ve ever seen before. Desert Foothills Theater’s production of “Inspecting Carol,” is the story of a financially teetering theater company preparing to perform their crown jewel “A Christmas Carol”. Only the crown jewel might not be such a gem under further inspection. With an unstable artistic
director, a leading actor who wants to perform the entire role of Scrooge in Spanish, a kid who has played Tiny Tim so long that Bob Cratchit can’t lift him anymore, a militant black actor an assortment of eccentric players asked to play a white ghost, the theater troupe finds itself entangled in a mounting series of disasters. “I saw the show in Pittsburgh several years ago and I thought it was perhaps the funniest I had ever seen,” Meribeth Reeves, Desert Foothills Theater Managing Director said. “We have an amazing
cast of veteran actors with a lot of experience. They’re a very creative, talented bunch.” Lead actress Heidi Carpenter plays the director of the theater in the play. She said the early reviews from the first weekend were positive. “We had great audiences,” she said. “There was a meet and greet after each show where the audience and cast get to talk. If the audience uses the word fun a lot that’s always a good sign. If they say the show is good, that’s nice, but when they say they had Christmas Carol production continued on page 8
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Inspecting Carol,” a lampoon of the beloved holiday staple, “A Christmas Carol,” is the Desert Foothills Theater’s latest production. The show, which debuted Dec. 10 has tickets remaining for its final three performances, 7:30 p.m. on Saturday and both 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday. All shows are at the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center. Proceeds benefit the Desert Foothills Community Education “Artists in Residency” programs.
Cactus Shadows gives heads up to rest of 4A ranks MARC BUCKHOUT MANAGING EDITOR
Cactus Shadows coach Jeff Vittorio’s team graduated nine seniors from last year’s state semifinal squad, but anyone hoping the Falcons won’t be a factor when the 4A Div-I girls soccer state tournament gets under way in February might want to take notice of the 2010 Huskies’ Tournament of Champions. “I’ve never had a better attacking group offensively,” said the seventh year coach. “We’re constantly pressuring the other team. We’ve got a lot of work to do, but we’ve got a lot of talent to work with.” On Saturday the Falcons suffered their first loss of the season in a 3-0 defeat at the
hands of 5A Div-II Pinnacle, but the defeat only put a slight damper on the squad from Cave Creek’s run to the title game of the 20-team event. “This tournament was really the first time we’ve played together against top caliber competition,” senior midfielder Lauren Lazo said. “The biggest thing we need to do is learn to communicate better.” In going 4-1 during the event, to improve to 6-1 on the season, the Falcons avenged last year’s state semifinal defeat to Prescott, beating the Badgers 6-1 in pool play. After going 3-0 in pool play by beating Prescott, Seton Catholic (7-0), and Westview (3-0) on Thursday, Cactus Shadows earned a berth in the tournament’s semifinals. There
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Cactus Shadows senior Taryn McClendon jumps into the air for a header attempt. The Falcons forward scored two goals in her team’s 3-0 win over Westview Thursday. Coming off a 4A Div-I state semifinal appearance last year the Falcons have high aspirations this season. The team is off to a 6-1 start, coming off a second place finish in the 20-team 2010 Huskies’ Tournament of Champions.
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they faced defending 4A Div-I state champion Catalina Foothills on Friday. Prior to the game Vittorio had said the game would be a good measuring stick. “The girls are looking forward to facing top competition,” he said. “We’re going to find out how we stack up.” The answer was quite well. After battling to a 0-0 tie through regulation and overtime the game went to a shootout. Despite missing their first two attempts in the shootout the Falcons rallied back to win the match 4-3 when their sixth shooter, sophomore Katelyn Mardeusz, found the back of the net to advance her team to the finals. girls soccer continued on page 7
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The marketing slogan suggests what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, but unlike many Las Vegas revelers C.J. Stone of Anthem had something to be proud of following his trip to Sin City Sunday. The 13 year-old Anthem Elementary honor student showed off his athletic prowess by winning his age group at the PF Chang Rock ‘n’Roll Marathon. In completing his fourth half marathon Stone turned in a time of 1:36.19, for a pace of 7:21 per mile, defeating a field of 32 competitors in the 12 -14 age group. C.J.’s mother Amelia said she is amazed at the level of drive her son displays. “When he was 10 years old I ran in the Phoenix Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon and when you finish
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LEADER OF THE PACK they give you guitar magnet,” she said. “He really wanted one. So the following year when I started training he started running with me.” Already a competitive BMX bike rider Amelia said his leg strength gained from that endeavor allowed him to quickly take to running. “At first I wasn’t really all that encouraging because I didn’t know if it was healthy to be that young and run that much, but he’s extremely competitive,” she said. “I can’t run with him anymore. He’s too quick. I have to ask others to keep an eye on him when he goes for a long run.” C.J. said he’s driven to collect the prizes at the end of the races. “Each new medal I get is my new favorite” he said while describing his newest addition which looks like a poker card with a red diamond in the
Anthem teen wins half marathon in Las Vegas middle. “I hang the medals I get up in my room.” While he has had success in both bike racing, where he has spent eight year competing, and in his newest passion, running he doesn’t hesitate to distinguish which is better. “Probably for me winning a foot race is more exciting than a bike race, because with the half marathons you are going up against people from
all over the United States, where the bike races are mostly against people from Arizona and New Mexico.” The distance events are actually a family affair as mother Amelia, father Gary and sister Jacey, a freshman at Boulder Creek have all run half marathons together. In addition to setting his personal best time of 1:36.19, which was some 12 minutes quicker than his previous best, C.J. showed he can be competitive not only against his fellow teens, but against adults.
highlighted by running as part of Water For Our World, the Anthem-based non-profit that participates in the marathon annually to raise funds to support efforts to provide clean drinking water to people around the world by building wells. For Amelia her goal is simply trying to keep her son’s ambitions from expanding too quickly. “Now he’s telling me he wants to do a marathon and a triathlon,” she said. “He’s already done four half marathons. And now he’s working with Carlos Mendoza,
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In his age group finishers second through sixth were all 14 years old before anyone C.J.’s age crossed the finish line. Of the 19,169 people that ran the half marathon, regardless of age, C.J. finished 405th. Up next for C.J. is the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon in Phoenix on Jan. 16. Despite the short turnaround between events the teen said he isn’t concerned about having enough time to recover. “Nah, I’m not worried,” he said. “I’ll rest the week before the race. I’m going to go out there and try to get another personal best time.” The Phoenix race will also be
a local ironman. Carlos been doing ironmans for a long time and he is amazed at C.J. core strength.” C.J. said he doesn’t plan on quitting anytime soon. “When you’re running it’s so fun,” he said. “I’m usually thinking about things I want to do in the future when I’m running, maybe the next race I’m going to do. When you get finished it’s a great feeling of accomplishment.” For information on the Arizona Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon go to arizona. competitor.com. For information on Water For Our World go to waterforourworld.com.
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Anthem doctor arrested for alleged child molestation STAFF REPORT
Authorities say a naturopathic doctor in Anthem is in custody for alleged child molestation. The Maricopa County Sheriff ’s Office says detectives arrested Dr. Don Underwood on Thursday on suspicion of seven counts of
child molestation and three counts of sexual conduct with a minor. A 9-year-old boy alleged that Underwood molested him at the doctor’s home. Authorities say the boy’s mother is a former employee of Underwood. Authorities said that the boy provided descriptive and graphic information
implicating Underwood in several felony molestation charges. Additionally a search of the home uncovered a videotape showing the Anthem doctor showering with the 9-year-old he is accused of molesting according to Lt. Brian Lee of the Maricopa County Sheriff ’s Office. Police seized three
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Black Canyon City plans New Year’s celebration STAFF REPORT
Just thirty minutes from Phoenix and Prescott, Arizonans can rock in the New Year at the legendary Rock Springs Café. The fun begins with dinner specials from 6 – 8 p.m. Live music, by Tumbleweed Junction at 9 p.m., kicks off the New Year’s Eve celebration. Blackjack and Faro tables will be available to win raffle prizes such as gift certificates, t-shirts and logoed merchandise while wearing 1920s Western Attire. For $10 players will receive 500
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Grant to aid Carefree fire service MARC BUCKHOUT MANAGING EDITOR
Rural Metro, which provides fire service to the Town of Carefree, will have some impressive stocking stuffers to aid in bringing better service to the community beginning in 2011. The department was awarded a $91,266 grant to purchase 12 radios that will bring the department up to the federal government’s mandate of 800 megahertz radios. The funding, which is part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, will allow the department to replace the radios in the fire trucks, two base stations and allow each firefighter on duty to carry one with them. “This is a great cost saver,” Fire Chief John Kraetz said. “It would have been on Carefree to weigh the need against the cost and it could have taken years for us to get
up to the standard.” The new equipment allows Rural Metro firefighters to be tapped into the same system as other departments in the Valley, ones they often work fires with. “With our old equipment we go out to a fire where we’re joined by a department and we’re unable to talk to them,” Kraetz said. “Communication on the ground is imperative. Not having this type of technology endangers firefighters lives. So to be able to add this makes everyone involved that much safer.” Kraetz said his department should have all of the units by March, making them one of the first departments in the state to have the newest models “These things have louder speakers,” he said. The buttons are larger. You can talk into either the front or the back of the radios. One of the problems with trying to
communicate while fighting fires is we’re often in such dark smoke that you really can’t see. Plus we’re wearing big bulky gloves so it’s hard to work the ones we have now. These are much easier to use. Knowing that if you get in trouble that you can get help is very important.” In August Chief Kraetz and Captain Ryan Travis became aware of that the grant was available. They prepared the application for the grant, wrote the narrative for it and prepared the technical description of equipment to be purchased with the grant. “We only had a week to write the grant, but we were able to get everything together,” Kraetz said. While many grants require a community to make a matching financial commitment Carefree won’t have to pay a dime for the upgrade to their fire service.
North Country Conservancy exposes area youth to wildlife STAFF REPORT
The North Country Conservancy will have its third hike designed to enhance the enjoyment and understanding of the Sonoran Desert and Daisy Mountain for youth with their parents/guardians at 9 a.m. Saturday During the approximately two hour hike participants will hear about survival in the desert, learn about desert plants and rocks, inspect the habitats and traces of desert animals and reptiles, and hear facts about local
history and the people that have called the area home. The hike starts on private land with permission and a state land group recreation permit from the New River side near Circle Mountain Road and New River Road (about 6 miles from New River Road and I-17). Exact directions will be provided for those that RSVP. The series is the brainchild of NCC’s supporter, Margie Schnell, as a way for families to enjoy the mountain and learn together. The mini-lessons and hike primarily
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St. Nick pays early visit to New River STAFF REPORT
The Kiwanis Club of New River will host a free pancake breakfast complete with a visit by Santa Claus from 9 – 11 a.m. on Saturday in the Kiwanis building at the New River Kiwanis Community Park. The morning’s festivities will include
crafts for children, holiday music and photo opportunities with Santa. The New River Kiwanis Community Park is located at 48606 N. 17th Ave. off of 15th Ave., north of New River Road. For information call Joe Noll at 623-465-4765.
DFCA honored by Women’s Rodeo Association STAFF REPORT
The Desert Foothills Community Association (DFCA) received a 2010 Women’s Professional Rodeo Association Star Award on Dec. 2 in Las Vegas. The WPRA gives awards in the following categories: WFNR Top 15 Barrel Racers, Justin Best Footing Winners, and the WPRA Committee and Contract Personnel. The DFCA was awarded a 3rd Place Justin Best Footing Award for the Cave Creek Fiesta Days Rodeo in April
2010 under the Turquoise Circuit category. Third place winners receive a plaque along with a $350 cash award. Traci Casale, DFCA Vice President of Sales and Marketing, accepted the award while attending the PRCA National Convention and the National Finals Rodeo (NFR) in Las Vegas. WPRA members vote on all awards. The DFCA credits Rusty Read, VicePresident of Grounds and Operations and his grounds crew for bringing the arena up to award-winning condition.
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An evening of Christmas music and a festive holiday feast is set for 5 p.m. Sunday at the Anthem Ironwood Country Club. The Country Club is partnering with ProMusic Arizona to bring together the event. Each course will feature different talented performers as soloists or small ensembles. The evening will start with passed hors d’ourvres and a no host bar in the Ironwood Bar and Grill accompanied by the jazzy sounds of “The Saxy Ladies.” The Brass Choir will herald the opening of the ballroom for the start of dinner
and entertain while guests get settled at their tables. The Women’s Chamber Choir will carol from table to table during the salad course. While the main course of lemon crusted turkey with all of the trimmings, the String Ensemble will play a medley of songs of the season. then they will be joined by Soloists Emma Ramlo and Michele Sarrett to perform the Scarlatti Christmas Cantata. The dessert course will feature a parade of the traditional gourmet Yule Log with entertainment by selected soloists and small groups. The grand finale will feature an audience sing-a-long of “The 12 Days of Christmas” accompanied by the 13 member PMAZ Brass Choir.
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and holds each other accountable to always strive for the best,” Chavez said. We have the potential to accomplish great things.” In a competitive Northwest Region the coach said Boulder Creek won’t back down from the likes of Willow Canyon and Sandra Day O’Connor, what she deems two of the top contenders for the region title.
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“The Northwest Region will be very competitive this year,” she said. “Good competition brings out the best in us, and when we step out on the field it is to get our job done.” Up next for the Jaguars is a 6 p.m. home game today against Millennium. On Friday they play at Desert Vista in a 6 p.m. match.
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with. We pass the ball very well. We see the field. We won’t get overconfident, but we believe we have a team that can win state.” BOULDER CREEK The Jaguars are off to a 3-11 start in the season’s early going, highlighted by a third place showing in the Paradise Valley Tournament. Coach Lacey Chavez has a veteran roster that she
said is becoming a more well-balanced unit. “We’ve overcome the crutch of depending on a couple of highly skilled players to produce goals, and now work as a team,” she said. To this point in the season senior Heather Bruce has led the charge with six goals in five games, while junior Jonica Wildes has been a main distributor with a team best three assists. The coach said junior Kate Bergovoy and freshman Chrissy Badalamenti have also been solid contributors in creating scoring opportunities for the Jaguars. Defensively the quartet of juniors Lauryn Rasimas, Stephanie Youldassis, senior Brittney Hussein along with freshman Haily Lawry have made things tough on opposing offenses. Between a more experienced coaching staff and a more united roster the coach said she doesn’t see why her team can’t succeed. “Everyone works well together
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In Saturday’s tournament final, at Horizon High School, Pinnacle jumped to an early lead just 1:17 second into the match. On a high bouncer sent into the box Pinnacle senior Beau Bremer won a 1-on-1 battle, positioning herself to take in the long entry pass She turned and scored from close range to put her team ahead early. Knowing that the 7-0 Pioneers have outscored their opponents this season by a 45-1 margin Vittorio said he knew his team was in for an uphill battle. “Well, that’s a situation where we just have to do a better job communicating in the back,” he said. “I thought we responded real well and controlled at least the next 15 minutes of the game following their goal, but we weren’t able to even things up. In the second half though, I saw us running out of gas.” With senior forward Taryn McClendon sitting out the second half due to a leg injury suffered in the victory over Catalina Foothills Lazo found herself facing a crowd of Catalina defenders. “Taryn was maybe 25 percent today,” Vittorio said. “We certainly would have liked to win the tournament, but it wasn’t worth risking her hurting it worse and having to miss more time.” Despite Lazo’s best efforts, including a free kick from just inside midfield with just under nine minutes remaining in the first half that required a welltimed leap by Pinnacle’s goalie, the Falcons struggled to mount much of an offensive attack. Approximately 10 minutes into the second half the Pioneers struck again, to take a 2-0 lead. They would eventually tack on a late goal for the final score. On Tuesday the Falcons returned to action with a home match against Cactus High School (results unavailable at press time). They open Desert Sky Region play at 6 p.m. Thursday at home against Apache Junction. McClendon, who scored a pair of goals in the team’s 3-0 win over Westview on Thursday, said this year’s squad is setting the bar high. “We’ve got a real good team,” she said. “I love the girls I play
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with 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. performances on Sunday. The Black Box Theater at Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center is located at 33606 North 60th Street, North Scottsdale (½ mile south of Carefree Highway). Tickets are $20 for adults; and $15 for students. For tickets and information, visit desertfoothillstheater.com or call 480-488-1981. A percentage of the proceeds will benefit the Desert Foothills Community Education for ‘Artist in Residency’ programs. DFCE offers programs, year-round, for students and adults, with unique performing arts opportunities during the summer.
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Grace North Church opens new location
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Grace North Church opened its new location, at 4135 W. Opportunity Way, late last month. For information on the church go to GraceNorth.com. STAFF REPORT
From humble beginnings, meeting in the living room of Pastors Marion and Joe Ingegneri, Grace North Church has emerged with a new home, located at 4135 W. Opportunity Way. The church, which started in 2003, celebrated its grand opening at their new location on Nov. 27-28. After five years in a small commercial space the church found somewhere to build a permanent location. The transition period did not come without mountains to climb. While the construction was ongoing the congregation
conducted services under a tent. Old-fashioned tent revival services all throughout the summer brought the message of God’s love and power to the North Corridor in a fresh and unusual way, thanks to air conditioning. When the journey got tough because of summer heat and delayed construction, the people grew stronger. On Aug. 24 their faith was further tested when a microburst storm hit the tent and caused the collapse and loss of the church’s belongings. Undeterred the group sent a missionary team to Haiti, baptized 23 people, installed a new children’s pastor and continued with more than 50
people in discipleship classes. The people of Grace North wish to encourage members of the North Valley to join them in standing strong in the face of adversity. They also invite the public to join their journey by visiting the new campus located across the street from Harley Davidson. Weekend services include a casual adult service and youth service at 7 p.m. Saturday evenings and at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sunday morning with children’s ministry offered in all services. Grace North Café is open before and after all services. Go to GraceNorth.com for information about the church.
The Great Entry has been opening doors in the Desert Foothills area for the past 17 years. Due to the Economic down turn, we find it necessary to close our doors. We wish to thank our many clients, friends and loyal work associates who have made this business such a wonderful run. Good luck and God Bless!
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“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16
Celebrate the Joy of Christmas with Us St. Rose Spirituality Center 2825 West Rose Canyon Circle in Anthem Christmas Eve 4:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Christmas Day 8:00 a.m.
Mission of the Good Shepherd 45033 North 12th Street in New River Christmas Day 9:30 a.m.
For more information, please call 623.465.9740 or visit stroseparishaz.org.
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MUSIC Pair of church choirs combine for show The 50-voice combined choirs of Christ the Lord Lutheran Church and Resurrection Lutheran Church will present the joyous Christmas section of Handel’s Messiah with a 14-piece orchestral accompaniment at 10 a.m. Sunday at Christ the Lord Lutheran Church. Christ the Lord Lutheran Church is located at 9205 E. Cave Creek Road in Carefree. A holiday cookie reception follows. For information call 480-488-2081. Phoenix Boys Choir performs in North Valley The Phoenix Boys Choir will perform at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Pinnacle Presbyterian Church as the latest act in the Pinnacle Concert Series. General admission tickets are $28, with premium seats going for $38. Main floor rear seats are $12 while students pay $6. Pinnacle Presbyterian Church is located at 25150 North Pima Road in Scottsdale on the northwest corner
of Pima and Happy Valley Roads. For information call 480-303-2474 or pinnacleconcerts.org. The Pinnacle Concert Series continues at 3 p.m. Sunday when Michael Christie and the Phoenix Symphony return to present the full version of Handel’s Messiah. Joined by the Phoenix Symphony Chorus and soloists the story is of Jesus. Tickets for the event, which is copresented by Arizona Musicfest are available at 480-488-0806. Christmas Choralaires come to El Pedregal The Christmas Choralaires will sing contemporary arrangements of popular carols along with traditional favorites from noon – 3 p.m. Saturday at El Pedregal Shops at the Boulder Resort. The free event will perform as duos, trios and quarters dressed in formal Victorian or contemporary attire. El Pedregal is located at 34505 North Scottsdale Road, on the southeast corner of Scottsdale Road and Carefree Highway. For information call 480-488community events continued on page 12
New Year Carefree
Celebrate the beginning of a new decade at Carefree Resort & Conference Center with a special Premier New Year’s Eve Package that includes: Accommodations for 2 in a Deluxe King Room • Dinner for 2 at the Lariat Grill 2 tickets to our New Year’s Eve celebration. $275.00* | Reservations required Also Available: New Year’s Eve Party Package: no accommodations - Join us for a festive New Year’s Eve celebration and champagne toast at midnight. $99.00 per person | Reservations required Dinner in the Lariat for New Year’s Eve: Dine from a specially prepared menu of juicy steak and succulent seafood selections. $75.00 per person | Reservations required * Rate based on double occupancy and availability. Taxes and gratuities not included. All reservations must be prepaid and cancelled by 12/20/10 for refund.
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BENEFIT Daisy Mountain Fire Fighters prepare for annual toy drive Daisy Mountain Fire Fighters Charities is proud to announce the third annual Holiday Toy Drive. For the past two years Daisy Mountain Fire Fighters have teamed up with the Anthem Outlets and Wal-Mart. This year will mark the third year for the event. Last year Daisy Mountain Fire Fighters were able to raise
more than $8,000 and collect hundreds of new unwrapped toys and clothing. All proceeds were donated to the Maricopa Medical Center’s Pediatric ER, Burn Unit and Crisis Care Ward. This year, in addition to Maricopa Medical Center, proceeds will also benefit The Phoenix Children’s Hospital and St. Joseph’s Hospital. To donate bring new, unwrapped toys or clothing to the following collection sites listed below. The collection sites will be set up from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday Sunday at the Anthem Wal-Mart. SPORTS Baseball camp set for Anthem America’s Baseball Camps (ABC) Experience in partnership with Play Ball Academy, LLC will have a four-day camp from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday -Tuesday at Boulder Creek High School. The camp will have sessions for ages 5-8 from 9 a.m. – noon. Cost is $155. The camp for ages 9 and up is from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Cost is $265. The Holiday Pro Players 4 Day Camp in Anthem will feature current and former professional players as instructors. During the
4 days players will be able to go through a series of fundamentals drills as well as the advanced skills of baseball helping each participant to better understand the game both mentally and physically. Contact www.pbacad.com to register or call 480-797-7930. PERFORMANCE Dancers returns to Anthem Bellydancing is back at 6:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Cafe Afify in Anthem. Along with a meal patrons have the opportunity to watch bellydancing entertainment. Between performances the bellydancer also reads Tarot cards. Cafe Afify is located at 4220 W. Summit Walk, near WalMart. Call 623-551-9361 for information. HIKING Cave Creek Park has multitude of hiking opportunities Cave Creek Regional Park has a variety of hikes and other activities available to the public throughout the month of December. Listed below are some of the events available for the remainder of the month. For a complete listing go to www.maricopa.gov/ parks/cavecreek. Thursday: Beginning at 9 a.m. participants will meet at the Nature Center for a 1-mile hike which focuses on the common plants and animals living in the desert and the adaptations that allow them to thrive. Friday: A class offering tips on desert survival will begin at 10 a.m. in the Nature Center. The discussion will offer basic techniques for staying alive in the desert including safety, hydration, staying found, orienting, venomous creatures, etc. Saturday: At 11 a.m. Tiny Tumbleweed Treks, a class geared toward youngsters will offer information about some of the mammals that live locally. After a short lesson in community events continued on page 13
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Sonoran Arts League sponsors small works show STAFF REPORT
The Sonoran Arts League’s second annual holiday event, featuring minature fine art pieces, continues from noon – 4 p.m. through Sunday at the league’s headquarters located at 6051 E. Hidden Valley Drive in Cave Creek. Showcasing original paintings and drawings no larger than five by seven inches, the perfectly petite pieces of art themed selection includes holiday subject matters and a large array of other styles of that reflect the techniques and styles of the many artists who participate this year. More than 70 artists have works at the show including Judy Bruce, Linda Budge, Melanie Frey, Ann Otis, Katherine Fitzgerald and many others. Linda Budge of Cave Creek organized
this year’s show. Budge, a local artist encourages art lovers to stop by for unique, one-of-a-kind gifts. “I am delighted with our Small Works Show this year. We have so much talent in the Sonoran Arts League, and the quality is spectacular this year. Our show has an incredible variety of paintings in mixed media, pencil, oil, and watercolor. We have sculptures in glass and stone, jewelry and wooden carvings for that perfect stocking stuffer. And, of course, we will have our ‘itsy bitsy’ two inch by two inch, signed original paintings that will be available as well,” said Budge. For information on the Small Works Exhibit and Sale or the non-profit Sonoran Arts League, call 480-575-6624. The League’s office and gallery is located at 6051 E. Hidden Valley Drive. Or, visit www. sonoranartsleague.org.
community events Continued from page 12 the Nature Center participants will hit the trail in search of wildlife clues. Saturday: Film fans can meet for a showing of the animated film Park at 4 p.m. in the Nature Center. The family event is designed for all ages. Those interested are encouraged to bring a mat, pillow or blanket and spend the evening watching a movie. Concessions will be available for purchase in the nature center, however those interested in attending are welcome to bring their own food and beverages. No glass containers are allowed. Saturday: Beginning at 6:30 p.m. a luminary walk will leave from the Nature Center. The .25 mile trail will be lit with luminaries during an event that will go from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. After the hike marshmallows, hot chocolate and tea will be available. Dog owners are asked to leave their pets at home for this event. Spur Cross hosts variety of hikes Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area hosts a variety of hikes each month. For a complete listing of hiking and walking opportunities visit maricopa.gov/parks. Listed below are some of the hikes scheduled in December. Those interested in participating are encouraged to wear closed-toe shoes or boots and long pants, use a walking stick and bring plenty of drinking water. Those participating on evening hikes should bring flashlights. Hikes are $3 per person for adults that don’t have a Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area Pass. Bring exact
change. Children under 16 are free. Friday: Beginning at 9 a.m. interpretive range Kevin Smith takes hikers through the desert vegetation in Spur Cross during Sonoran Desert 101. Participants will learn about the ecology of the Sonoran Desert during a two hour slow hike. Binoculars are recommended. Saturday: A moon light hike exploring the Conservation Area begins at 6 p.m. Participants are encouraged to bring flashlights for the easy hike. Sunday: A moderate Rocks and Streams Walk begins at 9 a.m. Participants will learn about the geology and streams of the Spur Cross on a two-mile walk with earth science author Thomas McGuire. The hike will include a visit to an abandoned gold mine and a Hohokam rock art site along Cottonwood Wash. Participants are encouraged to bring water. Monday: At 9 a.m. hikers will leave on an easy 1.5 hour walk for health, camaraderie, and the desert’s serenity. Bring sturdy shoes, a water bottle and a hat. This activity will be led by park docents Coni Grossman and/or Tammy Teegardin. SHOPPING Holiday Farmer’s Market set for North Phoenix The Farmers Market at City Center of CityNorth will have its next event from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Sunday. Along with the opportunity to purchase fresh fruit, produce and other community events continued on page 18
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Déjà vu – all over again Whether you were a fan of Ronald Reagan or not, I think he said it best: “Government is not the solution, government is the problem.” When it comes to the economy, no matter what the government does, the market, eventually, will correct to its natural state of equilibrium. This is why all of the government’s attempts to ‘ease the pain’ only prolong it. History has shown us that the more the government tries to fix something, the bigger the ultimate crash will be when the market (be it the stock, commodities or housing) corrects itself. We’ve seen it in the stock market as ‘cheap money’ has created one bubble after another over the last 15 years. Of course, we have clearly seen it in housing as ‘cheap money’ and zero accountability with government’s bedfellows (the banks) created the biggest bubble of them all. Now, because of the continued easy money and money printing we are witnessing the bond market collapsing while the commodity markets are going through the roof. The result of both of these events will cost you and me money as interest rates rise right along side prices for everything from gas to food. And, if that was not enough, get ready for an attack on your wallet as the government intervenes in everything from health care to energy. I will leave you to debate whether these intrusions are worth it for ‘social engineering’ purposes or not. Regardless of what side of the political fence you come down on, the facts are clear – when the government tries to fix an economic problem, they usually make it worse. Those in charge would do well to remember that one simple law governs the economy, which is that for every action there is a reaction. Now, as the bailouts and money printing (QE2) continue, investors around the world are beginning to get very nervous about the U.S. debt. But, not Ole Ben Bernanke, who recently told 60 Minutes that “he was 100 percent certain that he could control inflation.” However, my
bet is that he is in for a very rude awakening as he learns that in the end, investors control rates —not the Fed! Of course, it is not going to affect him, but it will affect you! The fact that this man told the nation that he is 100 percent certain he could control the situation points directly to the problem. He, and so many in power are so full of themselves that they refuse to see anything outside of their own ideology. The U.S. economy is so complex that no one has a handle on it and no one can control what it does completely. Yet this fact does not slow the prediction from a man (Ben) who has never worked a day in his life in the real world. Ben has consistently stated that the whole idea behind QE2 was to push rates lower to stimulate the economy. The problem is that someone forgot to tell him that the true masters of the bond markets are investors and based on their actions, they don’t believe Ben either. Of course, those speculating on commodities are “lovin it.” As an example, in the three months since Ben announced his plan to buy $600 billion Treasuries (more if necessary), the 10 Year Treasury was at 2.4 percent. Now, it is 3.0 percent. By the way, mortgage rates are tied to the 10-year Treasury and they are rising, not falling – not a good scenario for the housing recovery… To an objective observer, the only people benefiting for QE2 is Wall Street (no big surprise there). The second statement Ben made on 60 Minutes that I found equally amusing was that there is no inflation. I am not for sure what world he is referring to, because in the real world, where we live, I see plenty of inflation. For example: Oil is at $89 a barrel, up 21 percent in the last year. Gold is trading at $1,413, up 23 percent in the last year. Corn is up 49 percent in the last year. Wheat is up 41 percent in the last year. Beef is up 28 percent in the last year. Cotton is up 78 percent in the last year. Sugar is up 32 percent in the last year. Evidently, Bernanke thinks
that just because he says something we are supposed to believe him. The only two things that I see deflating are middle class wages and home prices. Nevertheless, since we drive cars, heat our homes, eat food, and wear clothes, I guess he figures that we are not smart enough to catch on to the lie. Nice job Ben! I have never seen someone so smart make so many bad predictions. Clearly, this guy is no Nostradamus. Again, while some (even me) call Ben an idiot, it very important to remember that he is actually a very, very smart man – in fact, he is a genius. Therefore, it begs the questions why does he make so many bone headed moves? Perhaps we are asking the wrong questions. Maybe we should look at who he is beholden too, as it is clearly not the American public. (See comment above about – Wall Street) So while the Fed, under the guidance of Big Ben continues to debase the dollar, the House and Senate along with the President have just worked out the great compromise. The Bill promises something for everyone and is being touted by both sides as a win for the American people - the same people that have to pay for the bill. I am sorry to say, that while it all sounds good, all this bill will do is kick the can down the road a little bit longer while adding to our already exploding deficit. As stated earlier, investors around the world, not Bernanke, ultimately control interest rates for you and me. Like Ben, investors are not dumb and like politicians, they look after their own self-interest. Therefore, as the Fed and the politicians continue to gut the value of the dollar, you can be sure there will be more sellers of bonds resulting in higher rates. Those of you who went to the polls last month thinking you were voting for fiscal restraint – well sorry, all you are really going to get is more of the same - at least for a while. The latest budget estimates put next year’s real estate for real people continued on page 16
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BEAR Bear is an energetic, loving, sweet, 2-year-old black lab who would make a great companion. This goofy guy loves to fetch, enjoys his walks and is easy to walk on a leash. He wants nothing more than to please and is very smart and learns quickly. Bear knows several commands and spent some time at doggie boot camp. He has also been crate trained, is housebroken and gets along very well with other dogs. Bear came in with his
sister Boo who recently was adopted. Do you have room in your home and heart to spend with this teddy Bear? If you would like more information on Bear or other dogs in need of loving homes, please contact Arizona Labrador & Giant Breed Rescue at www.azlabsandgiants. org. Bear’s adoption fee covers the cost of neuter, vet check, heartworm test, microchip, 5 in 1 vaccination, Rabies and Bordatella vaccination. We are also desperately seeking foster homes, so please stop by our website to find out how you can help save a lab!
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Christmas decorating lights up holiday season Judy Bluhm Special for The Foothills Focus
I have been wrestling with Santa and it wasn’t a pretty picture. Tis the season to be singing carols and spreading joy, but sometimes decorating can turn into something slightly less cheery. My daughter, Tammy, has a life-size Santa that sings and dances. Sadly, he was stuck and his legs wouldn’t pull-out, so in tug-of-war fashion, me and my grandson grabbed on and yanked at either end. When that didn’t work, I had to take Santa by the neck and shake him. Dear readers, many a child in Anthem was terrified by what they saw. Oh heck, holidays are for decorating. Break out the boxes, start stringing lights, hang the wreaths, and be prepared to rumble with Santa. Please be careful, since evidently lots of folks fall off of ladders this time of year. Better yet, don’t get on a ladder unless someone is right there with you. Juggling angels on treetops while balancing precariously on a ladder is one way to get to heaven fast. Try to avoid danger, ladders and electrical mishaps. My husband, Doug, got one of those huge inflatable fivefoot tall balls for our youngest
grandson’s front yard. Now every night, Santa is standing inside the bubble, with snow falling around him. It is a fantastic display! Brandon, our nine-year-old grandson is autistic and cannot stop looking at the spectacle that is right outside his kitchen window. He wants to run out and stare at it every few minutes (not a good idea) and snow to fall on his house in Anthem (definitely not likely). Yikes, what have we done? The holidays bring out the decorators in many of us, trying to make our abodes more festive. It can also push a few folks over the edge. Perhaps I was one of them when I was sitting on the ground unraveling a string of candy cane lights that were as tangled as a bunch of noodles on a platter. It took over an hour just to get the dang lights in a straight line and then it took my patient husband another hour to stick them in the ground. Brandon was running back and forth the whole time, too excited for words. At least someone was having fun! A few people will go completely overboard this season, lighting up their homes and yards like a spaceship has landed in the desert, illuminating everything and annoying everyone around them. How many times can you
hear “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” without going bonkers? Hey, isn’t this the time of year we’re supposed to be thoughtful of our neighbors? You know, no loud music blaring and bright lights keeping others awake at night. A colleague of mine claimed that she was so stressed out last year with decorating, that she took an ax (literally) to her live tree when it wouldn’t stand up straight in the tree stand. Evidently her children watched with horror as mom “cut the lousy tree into tiny little pieces” right in her living room. Of course, these kids will be in need of psychotherapy later on in life, but at the time they all shrugged it off as a “bad choice of trees.” That’s what artificial trees are for! They are balanced (unlike my friend) and require no ax! We all need to take it easy, keep it simple, decorate with care and try to remember why we are going to all this trouble in the first place. It’s the greatest season of the year! Time to spike the eggnog and get on a ladder. Oops, no I meant to say spike the eggnog and watch a husband get on the ladder, keep the axes locked up and find strength to untangle that long string of lights. Joy is in the decorating . . . . and may it light up your world!
real estate for real people Continued from page 14 deficit at $1.27 trillion. However, because of the great compromise and because the crazy spending continues (there are over 212 earmarks in the next years proposed budget – including one for shrimp research in AZ – what?) the deficit is expected to climb to $1.6 trillion – a new all-time high. So much for “fiscal discipline.” Despite the rhetoric from the politicians, in spite of the voter outrage and regardless of the recommendations from the president’s bipartisan commission stating that immediate and drastic action is required to cut the deficit, all we get is more of the same. However, at some point, the decision to act responsible will not be a choice. What does it matter, you may
ask, if we have a budget deficit over $1 trillion and U.S Debt of almost $14 trillion and growing fast? Well, when the good faith and credit of the U.S. is no longer trusted by the world’s investors, they will dump U.S. Treasuries driving the dollar deeper into the ditch and the U.S. closer to default. Then what we are going through now will look like a walk in the park. I will end with a little food for thought which is as true today as it was when it was stated over 2,000 years ago. “A nation can survive its fools, and even the ambitious. But it cannot survive treason from within. An enemy at the gates is less formidable, for he is known and carries his banner openly. But the traitor moves amongst those within the gate freely, his sly whispers rustling through all
the alleys, heard in the very halls of government itself. For the traitor appears not a traitor; he speaks in accents familiar to his victims, and he wears their face and their arguments, he appeals to the baseness that lies deep in the hearts of all men. He rots the soul of a nation, he works secretly and unknown in the night to undermine the pillars of the city, he infects the body politic so that it can no longer resist. A murderer is less to fear. The traitor is the plague.” Marcus Cicero (106-43 B.C.) Roman Statesman, Philosopher, and Orator. Robert Holt, CDPE/SFR of The [HOLT] Group, RE/MAX Sonoran Hills. For more info and access to archived articles, please visit www. TheHoltGroupAZ.com or call 623748-9583 and tell us your thoughts.
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opinions & letters CCUSD winds down 2010, hopes for boost in 2011 Dear CCUSD Parents, Community Members and Staff, Fall has flown by. Incredibly, we are in December with the throes of the holiday season and the end of our first school semester. It is time to slow down (if possible!) and enjoy the holiday season along with our family and friends. Note that the
Holiday Break for our schools starts on Monday and school resumes on January 3rd. The District Office will be open on Monday and Tuesday and then closed until Jan. 3. A special reminder, the District is accepting 2010 Tax Credit Donation forms postmarked by Dec. 31. In addition, the District
Office will be open to accept Tax Credit Donation forms from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m Dec. 30. A Happy Holiday Season to our entire CCUSD Community! Sincerely, Debbi Burdick Superintendent Cave Creek Unified School District
Salvation Army seeks assistance The Anthem Salvation Army Anthem Unit would like to thank you for volunteering for this Christmas Season of Bell Ringing at Safeway, Fry’s and Wal-Mart. Because of you and your contribution, many families and their children will be able to possibly stay intheir home and keep their utilities on during this next year. As you know we help withor
guide them to getting food, prescriptions, transportation and other survival needs. To insure we have enough funds for 2011 we have decided to expand our bell ringing from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. through Dec. 23. We have had a lot of generosity and excitement with the volunteers donating their time and have ask if they could ring another time.
Anthem Vet thinks memorial is unnecessary As a veteran of the Vietnam War and a citizen of Anthem, I am compelled to offer my opinion with respect to the proposed unneeded and unwarranted military monument. Here we are considering the building of a monument that, while it is very nice on moral grounds, adds nothing but a warm fuzzy feeling to our community. Yet it will cost in the vicinity of $150,000 to build (let us not forget the project was to have been self-funded) and it will not yield one cent back to our coffers and will certainly not be the “tourist attraction” it was touted to become. I respectfully submit it will rather become a palette for the community “tagging artists!” I would propose – if we are going to spend that money – we spend it on something that will benefit the entire community and will be useful on a daily basis. I propose we build an electric billboard to replace those cheaplooking canvas and pole signs that are stuck at the lake area at the entrance to the community. Entertainment events, sporting
events, church meetings, etc. could all be represented in a much more aesthetic way then is now being done. It would certainly be a classier introduction to Anthem than what one sees now on entering the property. Anthem does not need us old military types paying homage to ourselves. There are ample military statues and monuments across this country to visit and remember…this is not the time for us to be spending money we do not have. If corporate donations can be garnered for this then they certainly can be obtained for more practical immediate benefit to the community. To be clear, I mean no disrespect to my fellow service personnel both past and present. I applaud those who worked to conceptualize the monument – their hearts are in the right place but this is an idea whose time has not come! Respectfully, Major Henry A. Newman, M.D. U.S. Army Medical Corps, Vietnam Veteran Anthem
Now, the answer is certainly YES. If you, your family, your organization or friends would like to volunteer, please let us know. Feel free to send this message on with the Anthemsa@yahoo.com as the contact to volunteer or call Shael Hohensee at 623-229-4144 or Larry Evans 623-225-6342 Salvation Army Unit of Anthem
Carefree council praises work of Rural Metro The Town of Carefree gratefully acknowledges the recent work and service of Chief John Kraetz and Captain Ryan Travis of Rural Metro. They are to be commended! In the Fall of 2010 Chief Kraetz and Captain Travis became aware of a possible Grant available to the Carefree Fire Department. They prepared the application for the Grant, wrote the narrative for the Grant and prepared the technical description of equipment to be purchased with the Grant. Because of their work Carefree will receive $92,000 in new communication
equipment. These new radios will improve communications with neighboring fire departments and increase the safety of our firefighters. Our thanks to Chief Kraetz, Captain Travis and Rural Metro for this accomplishment! Sincerely, Mayor David Schwan Vice Mayor Glenn Miller Councilmember Bob Coady Councilmember Bob Gemmill Councilmember Peter Koteas Councilmember Doug Stavoe Councilmember Susan Vanik
Schools hope to benefit from holiday spirit Look around. There’s no doubt it’s the holiday season. From Salvation Army bell ringers to Christmas Angels, it’s the season for generosity. It’s a time when Americans continually reach into their pockets to share with those less fortunate to support worthy causes. And despite tough economic times, they will do it again. Americans are generous, indeed. Last year the Deer Valley School District collected $1,134,582 million in tax credits. These funds went directly to schools to support and increase participation in extracurricular activities such as after school programs, club activities, arts and drama. Donations to each of our 37 schools ranged from $200 to $233,803. Married taxpayers may donate up to $400 to a public
school and claim a state tax credit (not deduction). The tax credit reduces your taxes to the State of Arizona dollar for dollar and also reduces your taxable income to the federal government. Taxpayers, you decide! It’s a win for you and your public school. This year the Deer Valley District Administration Center will open from 8 a.m. - noon on Dec. 31 to accept last minute donations. Donations can also be made online at dvusd.mytechsupport.com. Your support for these programs gives children a safe place to go after school. They spend time making new friends and cultivating new interests rather than sitting alone waiting for parents to come home. Tax credit funds are also used for educational field trips, music and athletic programs. While parents in moderate
to affluent neighborhood schools regularly support local school programs, many low-income neighborhood schools with the greatest need go without the same kind of financial support. If you are looking to select a school to receive your tax credit donation or would like us to send you a mailin form, please call the Deer Valley Public Relations Office at 623 445-5013 or consult our website for more information at www. dvusd.org. To those of you who have generously supported the Deer Valley Unified School District schools and programs in the past, we say thank you. Our wish for all of you is a Happy Holiday season. Dr. Virginia McElyea, Superintendent Deer Valley Unified School District
The Foothills Focus encourages submissions from the public for the editorial page. Respond to the columnists, fellow letter writers, or let us know about something all together different making an impact in your community. Submissions should be kept to less than 400 words. Send letters to ffeditorial@hotmail.com. If e-mail is unavailable fax submissions to 623-465-1363 or send them by mail to 46641 N Black Canyon Hwy, New River, AZ 85087. Include your name, your city and a phone number where you can be reached.
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community events Continued from page 13 offerings, the event will include specials for kids along with Dickens Carolers, two holidays shows at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., 30 tons of snow and an appearance from Santa himself.
City Center of CityNorth is located at 5515 E. Deer Valley Drive in Phoenix. For information go to citycenterofcitynorth.com. Those interested in participating in future Farmers Markets can call 480-5858639 for information.
RELIGION St. Rose sets Christmas schedule Our Catholic Community of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne and the Mission of the Good Shepherd welcome everyone to celebrate the joy of Christmas with 4, 6 and 8 p.m. Christmas Eve mass and 8 a.m. mass on Christmas Day. Masses will be at the St. Rose Spirituality Center, located at 2825 West Rose Canyon Circle in Anthem. Christmas Day mass will also be at 9:30 a.m. at the Mission of the Good Shepherd at 45033 North 12th St. in New River. For information call 623-465-9740 or visit the parish at stroseparishaz.org. Anthem church announces holiday services schedule Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Anthem will have family services at 5 and 7 p.m. Dec. 24, an 11 p.m. Candlelight Service Dec. 24 and a 10 a.m. Dec. 25 Christmas worship. Cross of Christ is located at 39808 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway in Anthem. For information call 623-551-9851, go to anthemcross.org or e-mail. sanderson@anthemcross.org. If you have any questions, please contact Sylvia at 623.551.9851 or e-mail sanderson@anthemcross.org
CALL ROXIE 602-373-7153 FOR A FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATE
Desert View church sets holiday service schedule Desert View Bible Church invites the public to “Rediscover Christmas” during masses at 9 and 10:45 a.m. throughout the month. Christmas Eve services will be at 3, 5 and 7 p.m. All ages are welcome.
Desert View Bible Church is located at 105 West Carefree Highway. For information call 623-298-4900 or go to desertviewbible.org. VOLUNTEERING Boy Scouts offer babysitting service Boy Scout Troop 431 is offering a holiday shopping babysitting night from 6 - 10 p.m. Saturday at Calvary Chapel Desert Hills. Children ages 3 – 11 will have the opportunity to enjoy kid appropriate movies on the big screen, board games and other fun. Calvary Chapel Desert Hills is located at 711 E. Carefree Hwy in Phoenix. HEALTH Chronic pain support group meets American Chronic Pain Association, a group designed to help people in pain deal with their problems, has a local chapter that meets from 6 - 7:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of every month at Azools Bar and Grill at 3134 W. Carefree Highway. The Northern Phoenix group will cater toward veterans, but also is open to the general public. There is no cost to attend the meetings. Utilizing skills taught at ACPA meeting will allow members to become actively involved in their own recovery. The support members receive at group meeting will enable them to continue to make progress. ACPA groups are meant to offer a support system to members, as well as teach skills which will enable members to cope with the day-to-day situations. For information contact Jerry Abrahamson at 602-741-8992 or acpa@ abrahamson.us. Health Insurance information offered to seniors, disabled Trained volunteers will offer information about the Benefits Assistance Program, providing information about Medicare and other health insurance benefits to seniors, the disabled and caregivers, from 9 a.m. – noon on Thursday at the Kiwanis Building in New River. No appointment is necessary. The Kiwanis building is located at 48606 N. 17th Ave. in New River. For information call 623-465-0367 or 602-264-2255.
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HELP WANTED Experienced Servers Denny’s Anthem Apply in Person I-17 & Anthem Way EOE START THE NEW YEAR WITH A NEW CAREER! Careers starting at $40k/year. As little as 4 weeks. Call Southwest Truck Driver Training. 602-352-0704. (Located in Phoenix) (AzCAN)
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REGIONAL WEST COAST - Up to $0.36 per mile. Company drivers! Consistent freight. Benefits. Respect. Class A CDL. 1 yr. OTR required. APPLY 1-888-503-5404 or www.nationalcarriers.com. (AzCAN) HOME FURNISHINGS Papa Bear Chair. Rich chocolate brown leather oversized chair w/ ottoman. Perfect condition. 52” wide, 24” seat. Ottoman 23” x 31” $750. Anthem CC area. 623-551-8689 Instruction AIRLINES ARE HIRING - Train for high paying Aviation Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Job placement assistance. CALL, Aviation Institute of Maintenance 866-314-5370. Livestock & Supplies HORSE BOARDING/TRAINING LESSONS. If you are looking for a ranch that truly cares for the well being of your horse look no further! We offer full care with all amenities. Feed, fly spray system, auto waterers, bedding, turn-out all included in $300 board. Horse & rider friendly atmosphere. Arena plus trails. www.twobithorseco.com 602-810-7772 Saddle & Tack Repairs. English & Western. I back all my work, 23yrs exp. Same location for 18yrs. Buy – Sell – Trade. Circle Mtn. & 18th St. 623-465-7286 Blue papered Foxtrotter, 15 yrs, 15 hnds. deep golden Palomino, naturally gaited, loads, shoes well. Likes people and attention. Owned 10 yrs. selling due to health. $2500. obo. 623-806-4248
RETAIL SALES OPENING ANTHEM. MINIMUM 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE. SUCCESSFUL TRACK RECORD. RESULT ORIENTED PERSON, REQUIRING LITTLE DIRECTION. SALARY PLUS INCENTIVES. MUST BE ABLE TO SELL. FAX RESUME TO 623-551-6256 CALL 623-551-6255 FOR INTERVIEW
LUV SHACK RANCH RESCUE is a 501(c)3 non profit organization. We rehabilitate and adopt out local horses that have been abused, neglected or rescued from slaughter. We are in need of donations and sponsors to help with feed and vet care. Volunteer opportunities are also available. For further info, please call 602-400-0826.
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LEGAL SERVICES Document Preparation, TRAMONTO office 623-5510136 www.anthemlegal.com Lynn & Roy’s Helping Hands. 2 Gentlemen helping move, haul or shuffle your stuff. 928-899-0977 PERSONAL DRIVER FOR HIRE. TO THE AIRPORT OR ALMOST ANYWHERE. IN THE VALLEY 42 YEARS. CALL TED. 602-558-7777. THANK YOU!! Pets & Supplies Rattlesnake proof your dog now. Snake proofing for all breeds of dogs. New River location. 480-215-1776 www.vipervoidance.com Basic Obedience Class: 7pm. This 6 week course will focus on basics: Come, Sit, Down, Stay, Wait, Leave It, How to walk on a leash without pulling, Proper Etiquette for meeting & working around other dogs & people. Goal is to improve your working relationship with your dog and establish the foundation needed for effective dog training. $10 a class. Arline 623-465-7397 Carefree Hwy & I-17. Private classes available. MALTESE AKC MALE & FEMALE 4 YEAR OLD-LOVING TRAINED OBEDIENT DOGS, PAID $3500, WILL SELL TOGETHER FOR $1200 OBO HOLISTICALLY FED & VERY HEALTHY CALL 602-697-2128 MOVING REMEMBER TO ADOPT!<< Maricopa County Animal Care and Control 602506-PETS. www.pets.maricopa.gov Sheltie & Collie rescue have beautiful dogs for adoption. 480-488-5711 SundustSDA@aol.com
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Free Clean fill dirt wanted, near New River & Circle Mtn Roads. Some rocks OK 847-738-1194 Wanted: Old/New Guns, anvils, wagon wheels, Antique safes, Guitars. Cash Paid. 623-742-0369/602-214-5692 Wanted to buy. US Silver coins 1964 & earlier. $10 x face value. 623-465-9872 Big Screen TVs, as is, 41”-100” HD TV’s, Statewide pick up. Quick response. Bob 602-271-4461 Musical Instruments **Oxygen 8 v2 MIDI controller. BRAND NEW! In box. **M-Audio Firewire Solo Audio Interface. Brand New! Perfect for Guitarists and songwritwers! 602.694.0594 Music Lessons Beginner drum lessons. Experienced drum coach. Learn basics to advanced technique including rudiments, correct sticking, drum kit, etc. Marching percussion also! Please call Rob at 602.694.0594 Services Offered
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real estate Commercial Property For Rent: 1100sqft Building, C-2, Office, Retail, Plant Nursery. Between Anthem and New River exits, east side frontage road. For info call Shannon at 602-629-1000 Medical Space for lease at 60th Street and Carefree Highway. Beautiful building with an affordable lease rate and immediate availability. Contact Marina Hammersmith at Ensemble DevMan of Arizona, 602-954-8414. Manufactured Homes FACTORY DIRECT WHOLESALE! New doublewides. Upgrades galore! 28x40,
$36,995; 28x48, $41,995; 28x56, $47,995; FREE 50” PLASMA TV WITH PURCHASE! Home Outlet 1-800-493-2221. www. thehomeoutletaz.com. (AzCAN) Rentals One Bedroom,kitchen w/dining area, patio.covered parking. Nice quiet Cave Creek neighborhood. $625 mo. references 480-488-2752 Rental. New River, 2200sqft home on 3 acres with horse privileges. Borders Tonto National Forest on 2 sides. Very secluded. $1400 obo monthly. Excellent Shape.
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RV SPACE* 55+ NICE PARK! SHEDS, LAUNDRY, QUITE, TREES! BLACK CANYON CITY--14 MILES NORTH-ANTHEM. RVs, PARK MODELS OK . APPROVED PET OK. $270. GreenNLush.com. 623-374-9123 Tramonto Townhouse -Great Location. 3 bdr/ 2 bath/ 2 car garage-1080 sq ft All appliances including a washer and dryer. Pool, tennis courts, basketball court and hiking trail $950./per month-available January 1, 2011 Call 760-791-2243
2 bd/2 bt dbl wide mobile home for rent. Private yard. Water/garbage incl/d. All appliances. $750/mo.; $750 dep. 1 small pet allowed, non-smoke. 480-221-9510 House for Rent. $900 mo. 3bdrm, 2ba, New River/Circle Mtn. Awesome View! 1.5 ac. Cell 1-847-738-1194 Airstream Trailer, West Cave Creek. Suitable for one person, covered porch, fenced, private, secure, $400 mo. includes utilities. 480-326-2480
Tired of Searching for just the right rental? Call Jo at Coldwell Banker Daisy Mtn Re for one on one service at no cost to you.480-326-8825 Land For Sale OWNER MOTIVATED to sell all inventory in AZ. 36 acres - $19,900; 78 acres $29,900; house + 15 acres - $174,900. Many locations. Something for everyone. Call for details. Make offer. Offered by AZLR. 1-866-552-5687. (AzCAN)
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