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So, the spring semester in school has started with the chilly mornings and the Mondays everyone hates. I hiked the Superstition Mountains while it was snowing and it was incredible to touch real snow for the first time in my life. Cactus and snow seem to be a paradox for most people; but everything is possible in Arizona. I just started volunteering at the i.d.e.a. museum and it’s really fun to engage with the kids and learn from them. The ohso-happy moment for me recently was It has been six months since I came the news of my selection to the Civic to the States and now I feel that I’ll Education Workshop at Capitol Hill in never be back home again, because Washington, D.C., from 22 February part of my heart will always be here to 28 February. This opportunity will roaming around in the land of the 5 provide me with a more profound unC’s and the grand “hole.” I haven’t vis- derstanding of the American system ited the Grand Canyon yet, but it’s on of governance and civic participation. my calendar. The most amazing thing I am dyI have much on my plate of life, ing to tell you is that we had Lochy which gives me frequent life lessons. from Australia staying with us for two It is necessary to manage limited time, weeks. He was here on an educational which is yet another skill needed to travel exchange between Mountain succeed. View and his school. It was an indel OWLEY HAPMAN ARNEY TD ESTATE PLANNING ATTORNEYS
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Vehicle Show Drives into Mesa The Red Mountain Multigenerational Center is bringing back its car, truck and motorcycle show from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 14, at the facility, 7550 E. Adobe St., Mesa. Sponsored by East Valley Adult Resources, the event will host, for the first time, a Boxcar Henry Carnival, which features games and a live auction. The third annual show is open to all makes and models of cars, trucks and motorcycles. Vehicle registration is $20 before March 7; $25 at the door.
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By Jenny Ung Ending homelessness among veterans and the establishment of a veterans court are two initiatives Mayor John Giles said he hopes to accomplish within his term. “The at-risk veterans population everywhere, and Mesa included, has special challenges. It’s important that we address those unique challenges in that population,” he said during a Jan. 27 media briefing. “The City of Mesa has already decided that we are going to dedicate resources and personnel to addressing those challenges.” To further this mission, the City of Mesa opened a veterans court on Feb. 12 at the Mesa Municipal Court, with 12 cases scheduled for the day, said Paul Thomas, Mesa Municipal Court administrator.
With more than 32,000 veterans in Mesa, according to the Census Reporter, a new court will be valuable, said John Fuller from the Arizona Veterans Court Mentor Project. Veterans from surrounding cities will be able to utilize the court as well. Richard Mendoza, a veterans assistant at the East Valley Veterans Education Center, agreed that the move is important. Fuller said, however, that several challenges must be met, including ending veteran homelessness. Giles is ready to remedy the situation. “Mesa is, for a variety of reasons, well-situated to be successful in attacking the problem of veterans homelessness,” Giles said. “For many years, ... continues on page 16
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Stapley Junior High School will host its fourth annual street fair from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, March 6, at the school, 3250 E. Hermosa Vista Dr. School officials call this a fun night for families to enjoy great music, food and activities. Outback Steakhouse will grill dinner on the patio. Meal tickets are available for purchase in advance at the SJHS office. The Stapley choir, orchestra, band and drama departments will perform at various times throughout the evening, and art department students will
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By Lynette Carrington When teacher and Mesa resident tures artwork by Estonian illustrator Linda Steiner wrote the book “Hayley’s Leo Latti. Courage” about her daughter’s chal- “I decided to self-publish it because lenging childhood, she had no idea that I knew I could have control over it,” the story would be a longtime labor she said. “Hayley’s Courage” traces of love. Steiner’s daughter, Mounher daughter’s interactions tain View High School with people who judged graduate Hayley, was born or bullied her; a classmate with Sturge-Weber Synpushed her off a swing once. drome, a nonfamilial disorIncreasingly her daughter der that caused abnormaliembraces being different ties in the growth of her and eventually befriends cranial bones, a port wine the boy who pushed her off A kindergarten stain and glaucoma. the swing. teacher at Self-De“What I wrote happened velopment Academy, “We were always honto her when we lived in the Linda Steiner wrote est with Hayley and let her Bay Area. She was between the book “Hayley’s know she is special,” Linda Courage” in honor of 2 and 3 years old when her daughter, Hayley, said. “This book is in honor this happened,” said Linda, as a message of cour- of her. Any child could read a kindergarten teacher at age and embracing this and feel good about Self-Development Acad- one’s differences. themselves.” emy. Her daughter was bullied because Hayley is 21 years old and studies deof her disorder. sign management at ASU. She plans to “In 1998, I had a dream about this and graduate next year. I remember seeing it and thinking, ‘I’d Hayley is equally as pleased with her better get up and write this’ and the parents, especially her mother Linda next day I started to write,” Linda said. for her work on the book. “I then entered it into the Writer’s Di- “I always remember her wanting to gest contest in 1999 and I was an hon- publish this book. It was a dream of orable mention winner.” hers,” she explained. “It’s crazy because Out of 1,000 entries, “Hayley’s Cour- this book is really about me, but this age” placed No. 65. Subsequently she book is going to help so many people. contacted publishers, but was dis- They can read it and maybe they can couraged by the response. She soon feel normal.” was busy with a new baby followed by “Hayley’s Courage” is available at graduate school and teaching. www.lulu.com, Barnes & Noble and Last summer, Linda decided to take a Amazon.com. For information about second look at “Hayley’s Courage” and Sturge-Weber Syndrome, visit www. published it through lulu.com. It fea- bit.ly/1AfvG6n. March 2015
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are doing their part to spread goodwill to those in need. Since it was founded, Flancer’s has helped raise and donate more than $230,000 in cash to charities. In April, the restaurant will contribute to Sunshine Acres, Jewish Family and Children’s Service (Max Flancer Fund) and WarFighter Sports. In 2014, owner Jeff Flancer lost his 15-year-old son, Max. Flancer will continue to build funds to help other teens and parents in need of support and resources. There are multiple ways to rally around these causes. Visit either Flancer’s Gourmet Grub in East Mesa or Gilbert to purchase raffle tickets for a chance at winning one of six prizes
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They have spent time researching pet nutrition to help their own and their customers’ companion animals lead longer and healthier lives. Bark Avenue Pet Supply invites pet owners to visit the store and discuss their pets’ needs. The well-trained staff will suggest a selection of food based on the pet’s age, breed, activity level, food intolerances and health issues. In selecting food for the store, the staff looks for products without soy, corn or wheat. They reject brands that contain meat or poultry byproducts, sweeteners, grain fragments, and artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. The store carries food with highquality ingredients. The store regularly hosts guest speakers and holds frequent seminars on a variety of pet-related topics. Some of the topics discussed in the past are nutrition, valley fever and allergies. The monthly Tooth Talk shares tips on improving a pet’s dental health. The business has gained a reputation throughout the Valley as “The Place for People that Care about Their
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Speaking of construction, after three months of renovations Babydoll Hair celebrated its grand opening with the Mesa Chamber of Commerce, clients and friends on Saturday, Feb. 7. The newly designed 1,800-square-foot salon will feature expanded services including hair, color, nails, makeup, waxing, spray tan and its Babydoll Weddings Bridal Suite. The salon is located at Southern Avenue and Stapley Drive. Call (480) 350-7588 for more information. Wine and Design hosted a Paint Your Bra Night in mid-February with proceeds benefiting Bra Recyclers, a local organization that tries to keep bras out of landfills. Participants started by painting their “background” palette, then deciding on the design
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and production materials needed for their bra. Participants brought their creativity and channeled their inner Rem“bra”ndt. Seven Mesa students have been selected to participate in the Mesa Sister Cities Youth Ambassador Exchange Program. The students represent Heritage Academy, Mountain View, Red Mountain and Westwood high schools. Ben Smith and Juliet Baires will travel to Caraz, Peru; Griffin Sharkey and Kate Price will go to Burnaby, Canada; and Calista Torberson, Julia Hillock and SaraAnne Ehrke will spend three weeks in Guaymas, Mexico. Mayor John Giles is inviting Mesa high school students to create a 2-D work of art that shows what taking the city to the next level means to them. The contest runs through April 30. Winning submissions will be unveiled during a City Council meeting and displayed in the mayor’s. Winning artists will receive a $100 scholarship toward any Mesa Arts Center Visual & Performing Arts Class. For contest rules and to print out an entry form, visit www.mesaaz.
gov/artcontest. For more information, contact Ian Linssen at ian.linssen@ mesaaz.gov or at (480) 644-3002. This spring, Mesa United Way is hoping to expand its 12 Book program to include more schools and grades, with the goal of eventually including 11 elementary schools in low-income neighborhood. It is asking the public to join in by donating money, like new children’s books or purchasing books on Amazon.com’s “12 Books” wish list. To learn more about the 12 Books program, visit www.mesaunitedway. org/12books or contact Patricia Mullen at patricia.mullen@mesaunitedway.org or (480) 834-2124.
wrestling coach Kyle Hare at krhare@ mpsaz.org. Donald L. Ensenbach, a 76-yearold author, released his third book, “Whispering Winds Remember,” part of a trilogy based on the legendary and mythical Kokopelli. Places mentioned in the Kokopelli book are a fictional cave dwelling that was destroyed by an earthquake in the White Tank Mountains, Gila Village (the present Pueblo Grande museum), the village of Large House) Casa Grande National Monument, and Besh ba Lakado (Tonto National Monument).
The Red Mountain Wrestling Team finished its regular season with a dual record of 26-1. Along the way, the boys won team titles at the Nate Johnson and ASU Blackford duals, and the Payson Invitational. In related news, the Mountain Lion Wrestling Club is conducting a freestyle wrestling program. To learn more, contact
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Jolee-Jaffa Music Foundation Puts on Baroque Ball 2015 By Breanne DeMore For longtime Mesa resident Joanne Jolee, music isn’t simply something to fill the air as she sits in traffic. Jolee has witnessed music’s wonderful healing power herself. When she home-schooled her children, Jolee, a music teacher of more than 30 years, made sure that piano and music lessons were part of their daily curriculum. She witnessed how they helped her children concentrate and improve in their academics. Jolee and her husband, Bill Jaffa, aren’t the only people who believe in this connection either. Multiple studies have been published worldwide that link academic skills such as reading and writing fluency, creative thinking and long-term memory with music-based learning. In addition, research reveals the phenomenal benefits of playing music in adults, too. Reduced blood pressure, heart and respiration rates, plus higher HGH levels that help to reverse the signs of aging, are just a few
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of the health benefits found in adults. With this in mind, Jolee and Jaffa launched the Jolee-Jaffa Music Foundation in 2012. The nonprofit seeks to advance public awareness of the benefits for music education for people of all ages and to provide opportunities for that education where they can. The foundation will be holding its inaugural charity gala, Baroque Ball, at The Trailhead at Las Sendas Mountain on March 21. Known for its architectural beauty and stunning views of the McDowell and Usery mountains and Phoenix city lights, this venue is the perfect place for the event. Drawing from the foundation’s focus on classical music, this formal event is inspired by the Italian Baroque period, which produced some of the world’s favorite musicians and is recognized for opulence, passion and brilliance. Proceeds will go to-
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ward providing music lessons and instruments to the underprivileged and to promoting the health benefits of playing music daily for people of all ages. Tickets are $50 and include a reception and silent auction, which start at 6:30 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. Silent auction items include a round of golf for up to four people at Eagle’s Nest Golf Course at Pebble Creek, a beautiful single strand of pearls and an hour and a half helicopter ride for two among other items. Tickets and more information about the gala and the work done by the foundation can be purchased at www.j-jmf.org.
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we’ve had strong social service agencies in the city that have been working on the issue of homelessness.” The City of Mesa Housing Authority operates the HUD-VASH program, which provides rental assistance for chronically homeless veterans and their families, while the Veterans Administration in Phoenix provides case management and clinic services at its medical centers and community clinics, according to the City of Mesa’s website. The VASH voucher program mirrors Section 8 guidelines. The veterans are referred to the City of Mesa Housing Authority by the Veterans Administration (VA) in Phoenix. The City partnered with the Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing several years ago to help get homeless veterans off the street. Veterans are the hardest to serve and house because of the required VA processes to enter the HUD-VASH program, said Tammy Albright, Housing and Community Development director for the City of Mesa.
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Rendezvous Park fell victim to the wrecking ball in November 1976 and was replaced by Hohokam Park in 1977. The A’s played in there until 1979, then departed for Scottsdale, opening the door for the return of the Cubs in 1980. In 1997, Hohokam Park was razed and replaced by a new Hohokam Park just west of the old site. The Cubs conducted spring training in Hohokam
Park until 2013, when they moved to the new Sloan Park in Mesa. The A’s returned to the recently renovated and renamed Hohoham Stadium in 2015. Rendezvous Park pool was built in the 1930s and segregated until 1953, after which Anglos and minorities used the pool on separate days. Without a filtration system, the pool was drained and refilled about every second or third day. On the nondrained day, the pool offered evening swimming. For more than eight decades, Rendezvous was the star of Mesa parks, but with the completion of Hohokam
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For its 30th anniversary, Pioneer Title Agency, an Arizona-based, family-owned business, has partnered with the Arizona Trail Association for “Take a Hike,” the first fundraising and employee wellness challenge utilizing the Arizona National Scenic Trail. The Arizona Trail is a continuous path across Arizona. It is divided into 43 unique passages and is open to all forms of nonmotorized recreation, including hiking, running, backpacking, horseback riding and mountain biking (outside designated wilderness areas). Like Pioneer, the Arizona Trail Association also is celebrating a 30-year anniversary. Through the unique partnership, Pioneer’s team of more than 375 individuals set a goal to raise at least $30,000 this year to support the Arizona Trail. The team also will collectively hike, bike, run or ride all 800plus miles of the Arizona Trail, with local offices adopting and overseeing that each passage is completed. Families, friends, customers and associates also are invited to participate. In addition to the wellness benefits associated with time spent on the trail, the initiative hopes to encourage everyone to explore a segment of the Arizona Trail that they likely haven’t seen. In the Southeast Valley, which includes eight branches in Mesa, Tempe and Chandler, local offices signed to trek across and raise funds for the following trails: • Passage 13, an easy-to-moderate passage that covers more than eight miles across Oracle • Passage 16, a moderate passage that covers more than 25 miles across the Gila River Canyons • Passage 18, a moderate passage that covers nearly 19 miles across Reavis Canyon • Passage 19, a strenuous passage that covers nearly 30 miles across the Superstition Wilderness • Passage 21, a moderate-to-strenuous passage that covers nearly 20 March 2015
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By Jenny Ung At his first State of the City address, Mayor John Giles urged audience members to sign the newly launched One Mesa pledge. “The importance of Mesa being a community that is well-known for respecting and welcoming everyone... is why I introduced the One Mesa pledge,” he said. The One Mesa pledge, introduced during a Jan. 6 interfaith breakfast, is not a City of Mesa initiative, but a citywide diversity campaign that Giles said should be embraced by the community. “It has to be in our churches,” Giles said. “It has to be in our schools. It has to be in our service clubs. It has to be in our families...it’s the right thing to do.” The pledge encourages citizens to talk about diversity and to celebrate the community’s melting pot, said Deanna Villanueva-Saucedo, director of public outreach for Maricopa Community Colleges. She spoke via video. “To have such an open proclama-
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It had been a few years since we a mountainous cave with a waterfall, I visited Rockin’ R Ranch and, when could almost hear the coyotes howling we returned, I was reminded how and the cook banging the triangle great the working horse ranch is signaling dinner was ready. for kids and families. We soon spilled out onto The ranch is owned Main Street. My three kids and operated by the immediately ran for the gold Robson family, who panning trough. My husband also serve up vittles and I headed straight for followed by a true Sweet Mary’s Sweet Shop for Western stage show. the best homemade fudge Entering the Rockin’ and to check out the Rockin’ R Ranch transported R Ranch merchandise, us back to a kinder, During the Western show, apparel and Western gifts. Marisa Robson joins simpler time where her parents onstage to Before we went into the the tumbleweeds blew perform “Thank God for large dirt floor showroom for Kids” in sign language. across the desert and dinner, we checked out the cowboys rode the range. As we walked blacksmith’s shop to greet the goats, across the wooden bridge and through pig and a small pony, the latter of
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which is available for rides. We also chatted with the Rockin’ R Ranch owners, “Sweet Mary” and “Big Jim” Robson. The Robsons have been entertaining visitors since Rockin’ R Ranch opened to the public in 1986. Big Jim’s family was one of Mesa’s original families. Jim likes to tell the story of his great-great grandfather, Deputy Frank Robson, who was killed by the notorious outlaw Black Jack Ketchum in 1896. Once inside the showroom, Guests are welcome to pan for gold before dinner we were seated at long picnic and the show on Rockin’ R Ranch’s Main Street. tables. Big Jim greeted the crowd food. Dinner included guests’ choice and gave the rather entertaining of barbecue beef or chicken (tickets instructions about getting dinner can be purchased that include both in the Rockin’ R Ranch chow line. entrees), melt-in-your-mouth Dutch Dinner is not a formal affair but a oven biscuits, chunky applesauce, fun, ranch-style experience where cowboy beans, cornbread, a baked we neatly filed into the serving area potato and spice cake. to get delicious cowboy-inspired ... continues on page 28
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The Rockin’ R Wranglers group put on a musical show that included national two-time fiddling champion “Danny Boy” Smith, Shane Bankhead slapping the bass, Big Jim on guitar and as lead story teller and Sweet Mary who handles duties including singing and playing flute, tambourine and even a saw. You haven’t experienced The Rockin’ R Wranglers put on a traditional Western “Home on the Range” until musical show as soon as dinner is finished. There are not too many places in you see Sweet Mary pulling a bow Arizona that put on a traditional across a saw. The show included great stories Western show with dinner. It’s a bonus and cute jokes, but more importantly, that such a wonderful experience everyone on stage was incredibly is in East Mesa. The property also talented and they put on an includes the Ponderosa Gardens entertaining hour-long show. One Reception Center for weddings and fantastic highlight was when Sweet special events. The Rockin’ R Ranch Mary and Big Jim’s adult daughter, is also home to a lot of activities for Marisa Robson, joined them onstage Boy Scouts who can do campouts and to perform “Thank God for Kids” earn badges. Rockin’ R Ranch tickets are $20 in sign language. It was a touching for children 12 and younger; $30 for performance. During the Rockin’ R Wranglers’ adults and VIP seating and combo set, guests enjoyed songs like the meal tickets running $26 for children theme from “The Lone Ranger,” “Back and $36 for adults. Tickets are $2 in the Saddle,” “The Arizona Song,” higher if purchased at the door. To “Tumbling Tumbleweeds” and even purchase tickets visit www.rockinr.net “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot.” After or call (480) 832-1539 for information. the show, guests met on Main Street Rockin’ R Ranch where local bad guys were run out of town once and for all during a staged 6136 E. Baseline Rd., Mesa (480) 832-1539 gunfight. The dinner and show were a www.rockinr.net two-hour event. Page 28
sides for this purpose. The hardest part of this project was digging a hole deep enough that the top air-holes were below ground level. I used the excess dirt to fill the hole back in so the converted trash can has a snug fit. I read that putting straw in the bottom of the composter is a great way to start the process, so I went to the Pet Food Depot near my home. They said I could take any hay that was on the ground and not in a bale. I filled up one grocery bag and then spread it across the bottom of my bin. The best compost is made of plant scraps. Never, ever include pet feces, meat, fish or oil of any kind. If it comes from a plant it’s good, if it comes from an animal, except for egg shells, don’t use it.
Fresh compost material provides nitrogen and the dry material you will add provides carbon which, when combined, breaks the mixture down into the nutrient-rich soil that plants love so much. Start by placing a 6-inch layer of fresh material across the bottom of the composter, followed by a 2-inch layer of dry material. In between each layer, I sprinkled about 1 cup of compost starter, but you can also use mulch. Repeat the process until you run out of material, then water down the entire thing to the consistency of a justwrung-out sponge. I have found that,
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because I placed my composter where it spends most daylight hours in the sun, that I need to wet it down every three to four days to keep the process moving. Once a week I use a shovel to turn the pile and stop it from settling. The more air that gets into the layers, the quicker the process will finish, usually 8-12 weeks depending on the temperature. In the meantime I am already working on my next batch by saving all of my vegetable and fruit scraps in an airtight container under my sink. I was very skeptical of the smell this practice would create, but they weren’t lying when they said that if you stick to plant-based refuse, it won’t stink. That lovely garbage odor that makes everyone gag is from animal-derived trash, not plant-based. What to use for fresh materials
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Leaders in Providing Opportunities The district is branding its preschool programs to help families of young learners identify Mesa Public Schools as a provider of high-quality preschool opportunities. Families can focus their energy on getting their children ready for kindergarten, and the experts can ensure they’re helping children develop the skills they need to become lifelong learners. Easy Registration Process “It means we can simplify processes for families. One name, one registration,” said Kim Freehan, early childhood specialist. “Internally, staff can identify scholarship options to fit the family, instead of the family wading through the complications of several
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Spring break is forthcoming for most Valley schools. So how do you alleviate your children’s boredom? Here are some ideas that won’t break the bank. Family Game Night. Set out card tables and all of your board games— old and new—for a family fun game night. Pair into teams and play a variety of games. Have inexpensive snacks and drinks and music. You can even invite players to come in costume for fun. Visit the local dollar store for inexpensive door prizes you can raffle off each hour. Go Camping. Check out local parks that offer resident discounts. For less than $25 a night, you can enjoy a roomy campsite with water and electrical hook-up, plus many campgrounds will have fun camp activities. If your kids are younger or you want to save even more, set up a campground in your backyard photo page
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Frequently, I hear parents complain about having to teach children things they should already know. Why can’t he just be responsible? Why do Eva Dwight I have to remind her to...(fill in the blank)? Usually, we’re talking about older children—preteens or teens. When they were little, we helped them learn to tie their shoes or ride a bike, exercising patience while they tried over and over before getting it right. As they get older, kids need that same commitment to help them learn skills of independence, responsibility and self-management. It’s easy to become impatient when they don’t master these skills as quickly as we’d like. Scaffolding can help. When we scaffold, we put in place a temporary pasta vixen
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Mesa East Amazing Arts and Quilts Show The event features rock and gem show, quilts display, and pencils and pigments arts. Lunch will be available. WHEN: March 1, from 10 a.m. meet yourSunday, neighbor to 3 p.m. WHERE: Mesa East Community Clubhouse, 225 S. 74th St., Mesa COST: Free admission INFO: (480) 836-0632
breathing meditation, a teaching and a concluding meditation. WHEN: Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. WHERE: Unity Church of Mesa, Annex Building/Freeman Room, 2740 E. Southern Ave., Mesa COST: $10 per class INFO: (602) 243-5220 or www.meditationinarizona.org
Benedictine University at Mesa expensive homes Spring Open House Tour Gillett Hall and meet with representatives from university offices, including admissions, financial aid, student life and sports. WHEN: Sunday, March 1, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. WHERE: Gillett Hall, 225 E. Main St., Mesa COST: Free INFO: (602) 888-5533 or www.ben.edu/mesa
Meditation and Buddhism Learn more about how to improve your inner peace through the practice of meditation and the insights taught in Buddhism. Each class includes a guided breathing meditation, a teaching and a concluding meditation. WHEN: Thursday, March 5, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. WHERE: Unity Church of Mesa’s Freeman Room, 2740 E. Southern Ave., Mesa COST: $10 INFO: (602) 243-5220
Meditation and Buddhism Learn how to achieve inner peace through the practice of meditation and the insights taught in Buddhism. Each class includes a guided
Sunland Village Art and Craft Show Peruse the handmade items, visit with three local authors and chat with 100 artists at the show, which also features
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live music and wine tasting. WHEN: Saturday, March 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. WHERE: Sunland Village, 4601 E. Dolphin Ave., Mesa COST: Free admission INFO: www.sunlandartsandcraftleague.com
Arts and Crafts Fair Dreamland Villa artisans will offer handcrafted and unique items for sale. WHEN: Saturday, March 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. WHERE: Dreamland Villa, Farnworth Hall, 6159 E. University Dr., Mesa COST: Free admission INFO: (480) 807-1921
Las Sendas Farmers Market Shop the likes of Double Play Produce, Dr. Hummus, Beary’s Secret Treasures, Your Choice Catering, Herlocher Dipping Mustards, Red Mountain Cattle Co., The Dipping Well, and Grandma Patti’s Kitchen. WHEN: Saturdays March 7 and March 21, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. WHERE: Las Sendas Trailhead Members Club Parking Lot, 7900 E. Eagle Crest Dr., Mesa COST: Free INFO: (480) 832-6900
2 Cellos Young Croatian cellists Luka Sulic and Stjepan Hauser have no limits when performing live and are equally as impressive when playing Bach and Vivaldi as they are when rocking out AC/DC. WHEN: Monday, March 9, at 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Mesa Arts Center’s Ikeda Theater, One E. Main St., Mesa COST: $36 INFO: (480) 644-6500 or www.mesaartscenter.com
Italian Dinner and Auction Fundraiser Join Harvest of Hope Community Garden and Bethlehem Youth for an evening of food, fun and fellowship with music. Help the organization raise funds for growth and to expand their community outreach. WHEN: Saturday, March 7, at 5 p.m. WHERE: Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 2745 N. 32nd St., Mesa COST: Free, goodwill donation accepted and auction items available INFO: garden@blcmesa.org
Mesa Women’s Connection Dubbed a “true Texas cowgirl,” Paula Abbott will discuss makeup, skin care, hair and clothes. She will also share her story of how a “Texas Cowgirl Got an Extreme Makeover from the Master Makeover Artist.” WHEN: Tuesday, March 10, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. WHERE: Superstition Springs Golf Club, 6542 E. Baseline Rd., Mesa COST: $13 INFO: (480) 254-4083 or (480) 276-9437 East Valley Michigan Club When they meet, they eat and talk
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JA Jance JA Jance will speak about her latest book in the Ali Reynolds series, “Cold Betrayal.” Her books will be available for sale and signing after the presentation. WHEN: Thursday, March 12, at 2 p.m. WHERE: Red Mountain Library, 635 N. Power Rd., Mesa COST: Free admission INFO: (480) 644-3253 Las Sendas Quilt Show The group’s 12th annual show will share the members’ craftsmanship and artistic vision in a variety of ways—traditional and historic quilts, beading, paper piecing, purses/bags, landscapes and scrappy quilts. WHEN: Saturday, March 15, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. WHERE: Las Sendas Trailhead Members Club Parking Lot, 7900 E. Eagle Crest Dr., Mesa COST: $1 donation INFO: (480) 832-6900
and guest soloists will present “The Weeping Tree” by Joseph M. Martin in a collection of hymns, music and narration in this year’s annual musical event at Love of Christ Lutheran Church. WHEN: Sunday, March 22, at 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. services WHERE: Love of Christ Lutheran Church, 1525 N. Power Rd., Mesa COST: Free INFO: (480) 981-6199 Mesa Merged Branch MDA Bowl-a-Thon Register and pay by March 18 to participate in this worthwhile fundraiser. WHEN: Sunday, March 22, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. WHERE: Brunswick Zone 1754 W. Southern Ave., Mesa COST: $15 to $25 INFO: Kevin Shipman, (480) 577-1634 Strength for Survivors The six-week exercise and wellness program is for adults who are being treated for cancer or are in remission. WHEN: Begins Wednesday, March 25, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Held Wednesdays and Fridays. WHERE: Red Mountain Ranch Country Club Fitness Center, 6425 E. Teton Circle, Mesa COST: $100 members; $175 nonmembers INFO: Lois Moncel at (480) 981-8135 or lmoncel@rmrcc.com
East Valley Michigan Club Snowbird Farewell Picnic Get together one last time before heading back to The Wolverine State. WHEN: Wednesday, March 18, at 12 p.m. WHERE: Red Mountain Park, 7600 E. Brown Rd., Mesa COST: Free; bring a dish to pass. Chicken will be served, too. INFO: (480) 610-9864, (480) 986-7085 or jilanctot@cox.net
Rancho de Arboleda Neighborhood Rummage Sale Fifteenth annual event features new and used items as well as crafts. WHEN: Saturday, March 28, from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. WHERE: Rancho de Arboleda, on East Kael Street, just northwest of McKellips and Lindsay roads, Mesa COST: Free admission INFO: (480) 962-7527
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Book Fair The Red Mountain Library hosts its fourth annual event featuring local
authors in the genres of mystery, romance, Wild West, science fiction, children’s and travel. WHEN: Saturday, March 28, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: Red Mountain Library, 625 N. Power Rd., Mesa COST: Free admission INFO: (480) 644-3253 Carnival of Illusion: An Evening of Old-World Magic Step right up and get ready to laugh,
have fun and celebrate a magical night with the duo that is “revitalizing magic.” WHEN: Saturday, March 28, at 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. WHERE: Mesa Arts Center’s Farnsworth Studio, One E. Main St., Mesa COST: $52 INFO: (480) 644-6500 or www.mesaartscenter.com
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about all things Michigan. WHEN: Wednesday, March 11, at 2 p.m. and Wednesday, March 25, at 9 a.m. WHERE: Golden Corral, 1868 N. Power Rd., Mesa COST: Charge for meals INFO: (480) 610-9864, (480) 9867085, jilanctot@cox.net
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Chicago Artist Tom Fedro to Lead Classes at Wine and Design Renowned Chicago artist Tom Fedro will teach two classes at Wine and Design in East Mesa from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, March 6, and Saturday, March 7, at the studio, 2920 N. Power Rd., Suite 104. Tickets are $40 for one class or $75 for both. To register, visit www.wineanddesign.com/mesa. For more information, call (480) 447-5446. This is an exclusive opportunity for session participants to learn from a master, and to take home their own versions of the pieces “In Tune” and “Slapping the Bass.” Wine and Design features select works from Fedro’s extensive portfolio to paint in its classes. Fedro’s art combines urban landscapes and pop art faces that focus on composition and color. His brightly colored, bold whimsical art celebrates the joy of life. He is represented by galleries throughout the United States and Europe.
Recent special projects include pieces commissioned for the Broadway show “Rent,” the 40th anniversary of “The Second City,” Too Good Wineries, Sweet Riot Candy Co. and Chicago’s “Cows on Parade.” To see his paintings, visit www.fidostudio.net. Wine and Design students will paint along with Fedro on their own 16-inch by 20-inch canvas while he instructs and paints on a larger canvas. His finished pieces will be auctioned off following the classes. Wine and Design is a franchise business founded in Raleigh, North Carolina, in early 2010 to offer patrons the chance to unleash their creative side. Wine and Design offers a range of art classes from private painting parties to kids’ summer camps, with a fun painting environment for individuals and groups. The Mesa location is Wine and Design’s first in Arizona. The two-hour painting classes are designed for beginners and experts.
Tom Fedro, who created “Slappin’ the Bass,” will appear at Wine and Design on March 6 and March 7.
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Waldorf Chicken Salad “You’re the top! You’re a Waldorf salad. You’re the top! You’re a Berlin ballad.” Lyrics from Cole Porter’s “You’re the Top”
It’s just a mystery to me. How could something so simple and delicious virtually vanish from the culinary scene? After all, this is the type of recipe that everyone is looking for these days— light, healthful and with just a few ingredients that you can find at any store, any time. I’m talking about the iconic Waldorf salad, the beautiful and colorful plate of apple, celery, grapes and walnuts served on a bed of greens that was a staple on the menu at the Waldorf Hotel in New York City (before it became the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in 1897). This recipe is more than a century old
and has yet to make a splashy comeback in the way cupcakes and whoopee pies have. I say it’s time we give this seminal salad its due and, while we’re at it, let’s give it an update. By adding some diced chicken and lightening the dressing by substituting yogurt, honey and ginger for the mayonnaise, the classic Waldorf salad gets a hearty and healthy makeover! It’s a beautiful plate as an appetizer, side salad or light main meal and should be enjoyed as much today as it was 120 years ago. By the way, The Waldorf-Astoria Hotel also gave us the original red velvet cake. For the recipe and story of the original Waldorf-Astoria red velvet cake, visit www.jandatri.com. Search red velvet cake in the recipe box.
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Modern Grove Neighborhood Eatery & Market serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Modern Grove Modern Grove Neighborhood Eatery & Market opened in February and is a fresh addition to the neighborhood near Gilbert and Brown roads. The light, bright and breezy restaurant oozes urban chic. The restaurant is casual, and customers order at a walk-up counter. The food is then delivered to patrons’ tables, whether it’s the indoor seating or an indoor/outdoor seating area near the bar. The outdoor patio has ample seating and the faux turf adds an extra pop of color to the comfortable environment. I stopped by with my son for lunch and we tried a variety of entrees. We spied an interesting item on the starters menu and ordered the mac and cheese bites ($9). They are every bit as delicious as they sound—mac and cheese rolled into balls, dipped in a panko breading, fried and served with an equally decadent bacon cheese sauce. There were six in the order and they are pretty filling, so it’s a good appetizer to share. The strawberry chicken salad ($11) was simply perfect. The generously sized salad was bursting with fresh strawberries, creamy goat cheese crumbles, a variety of greens, ovenroasted chicken and sweet candied pecans. The balsamic vinaigrette had a slight sweetness to it that did not overpower the salad. Next, I had the apple chicken salad sandwich ($10) that was accompanied by a pasta salad. The white meat ovenroasted chicken, Granny Smith apples, Page 38
The bacon cheddar burger is made with a 100-percent Angus beef patty, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar cheese and thick bacon and served with a guest’s choice of sides.
dried cranberries and walnuts made for an exceptional chicken salad—one of the best I’ve had anywhere. The multigrain bread was thick and hearty. I was told when I ordered that the bacon cheddar burger is the most popular and it’s easy to see why. The 100-percent Angus beef burger ($11) was moist, delicious and topped with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar cheese and thick bacon. The brioche bun was a nice touch and stood up for the duration of the meal without turning mushy. I chose the sweet potato fries and they were a tasty addition to the entrée. Burgers and sandwiches come with your choice of regular fries, sweet potato fries, regular fries and sweet fries combo, or potato, fruit or pasta salad. The Modern Grove menu includes many tempting breakfast items, appetizers, pizzas, salads, paninis and a kids’ menu. The cool restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and boasts a convenient selection of grab-and-go items, drinks, snacks and small gift items.
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government agencies and are not attorneys. As such, sometimes these advocates are limited with the assistance they can provide victims. Victims are free to hire attorneys to represent them and ensure that their rights are protected. A victim’s rights attorney can also interact with law enforcement and prosecutors to advocate the victim’s position on behalf of the victim. A victim’s rights attorney can also help the victim seek and obtain restitution and recover damages for any harm suffered by the crime. The attorneys at Rowley Chapman & Barney have prior law enforcement and prosecution experience, which makes them uniquely qualified to represent victims of crimes. This past experience includes crimes involving significant financial loss, child crimes and sexual offenses, as well as serious injuries and death. These attorneys also have significant experience assisting child victims and witnesses, and can help guide children and their family members as they navigate the unexpected, unwanted and unfamiliar world of the criminal justice system. Readers who need help can call me at (480) 496-2094.
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An Introduction to Victim’s Rights in the State of Arizona No one expects to be the victim of a crime. Regardless of the nature of the crime, victims and their family members often suffer sigMatthew S. Long nificant emotional, psychological, financial and physical trauma. Victims and their family members often deal with many unwanted, unexpected and unfamiliar things as a result of the crime. One of those unwanted, unexpected and unfamiliar things is the criminal justice system. It can be particularly difficult for child victims to understand and navigate the criminal justice system. Understanding the criminal justice system and what to expect as the victim or the loved one of a victim can reduce some of the emotional and psychological trauma that is part of being the victim of a crime. Here are a few important things to know to help navigate the criminal justice world: In Arizona, a victim has constitutional rights. Victim does not press charges. This often creates difficulty especially when the person who is accused or charged is a loved one. The prosecutor is not the victim’s attorney. Hopefully a prosecutor will have the same goals and objectives as the victim in a crime, but unfortunately this isn’t always the case. Victims are not appointed an attorney. Government agencies have great victim services offices with many resources. Each victim will be appointed a hard-working victim advocate to provide information and assistance. These advocates are employees of the biz box
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government agencies and are not attorneys. As such, sometimes these advocates are limited with the assistance they can provide victims. Victims are free to hire attorneys to represent them and ensure that their rights are protected. A victim’s rights attorney can also interact with law enforcement and prosecutors to advocate the victim’s position on behalf of the victim. A victim’s rights attorney can also help the victim seek and obtain restitution and recover damages for any harm suffered by the crime. The attorneys at Rowley Chapman & Barney have prior law enforcement and prosecution experience, which makes them uniquely qualified to represent victims of crimes. This past experience includes crimes involving significant financial loss, child crimes and sexual offenses, as well as serious injuries and death. These attorneys also have significant experience assisting child victims and witnesses, and can help guide children and their family members as they navigate the unexpected, unwanted and unfamiliar world of the criminal justice system. Readers who need help can call me at (480) 496-2094.
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Matthew S. Long is the newest associate attorney at Rowley Chapman & Barney Ltd. His practice is limited to criminal defense law and he represents clients throughout Arizona. Long is a former county attorney/bureau chief and he has extensive trial experience in all types of felony and misdemeanor cases. Education: Arizona State University (B.A., 2000, Magna Cum Laude); and Arizona State University (J.D., 2003, Cum Laude).
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Golfers enjoy playing on the challenging and scenic 18-hole course at Red Mountain Ranch Country Club.
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Since its opening in 1986, Red Mountain Ranch Country Club has strived to offer its members a beautiful place to play golf, as well as ample opportunities for fun and fitness. The 18-hole Pete Dye championship golf course features nearby Red Mountain as a backdrop as well as views from Scottsdale to Ahwatukee. Red Mountain Ranch Country Club also offers its members access to a fitness center and six lighted tennis courts. The Player’s Grille and Patio has a full-service public bar and restaurant. The country club, however, has become much more than a golf course for the community. The club’s management promises there is something for everyone. “We offer kids’ clinics and pretty soon we hope to offer painting classes,” said Heather De Brosse, director of membership sales and marketing for Red Mountain Ranch Country Club. A weekly farmers market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays has been exceptionally popular. Other events include pasta nights on Thursdays and Chef Table events, bridal fairs and more, De Brosse said. “A lot of people are coming to our events, and we have been attracting a lot of families.” De Brosse said the country club also places a strong emphasis on bePage 42
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ing available to the community. It has several rooms that members can use to host events—everything from corporate galas and weddings to bachelorette parties. It also works with the community. For example, De Brosse said, the country club recently received approval to work with Phoenix Children’s Hospital for events. “We are extremely excited to work with them and maybe offer some type of kids’ tennis and golf event that ties into this,” she said. “We are very big on community partnerships, and we like to help local businesses. It’s like a symbiotic relationship; they appreciate the help, and so do we.” De Brosse said she especially enjoys working with the other directors at the country club, whom, she said are incredibly supportive of each other. She also likes meeting new members and answering any questions that they might have. “I really enjoy my work because I never know who I will get to talk to. Every day I wonder what will happen and how I can help people, because, in the end, it’s the people that count the most. Red Mountain Ranch Country Club is located at 6425 E. Teton Circle, in Mesa. For more information, call (480) 981-6501 or visit www.rmrcc.com. March 2015
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