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12 Aging Gracefully

Valley Boomers want affordable self-care

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Opinion Leibo At Large

8 Ask Gabby Gayle 10 News Briefs

Features

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Intervention is Prevention

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‘Remembrance’

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‘A Different World’

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Wickenburg’s Premier Independent and Assisted Living Community

Introducing: Marty Stuart

The legendary country singer heads in a new direction with ‘Way Out West’

Entertainment

Living in a falls-free home

Catholic Community Foundation’s Crozier Gala honors its roots

Dawnn Lewis hits the stage for ‘Thoroughly Modern Millie’

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Music Man

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Tinseltown Talks

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Ben Vereen says thanks to longtime fans with performance

Calendar of Events

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Puzzles

Michael Dante: From actor to author

Travel

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Cool country on the Southern California coast

Dining

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New Menu, Refreshed Food

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Terri Nunn: Fulfilled

‘Iconic’ Return

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Hospice Is Hope The Healthy Geezer

Chef Dushyant Singh and staff call for a revamp of Blue Hound Kitchen Scottsdale Culinary Festival is about more than food

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Opinion

Anti-vaxxers swelling the ranks of stupidity

BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Lately there’s been a lot of talk about climate change as the most serious threat facing mankind. Respectfully, I disagree.

Climate change may indeed lay waste to civilization someday. But my money is on stupidity killing us first.

If that sounds mean-spirited, please understand that the past few weeks have been an epic stretch for those of us who track idiocy, which happens to be my principal form of entertainment. And while it’s easy to excuse stupidity because we all have brain lapses from time to time, some of us seem determined to push human ignorance to its absolute pinnacle.

Like the now-notorious selfie-taker known as Leanne, no last name, who came to fame on a recent sunny Saturday at the Wildlife World Zoo in Litchfield Park.

Leanne is alleged to have leaned beyond or otherwise crossed a barrier in order to get closer to a female jaguar. The jaguar did what annoyed jaguars do, swiping at Leanne through a fence, clawing her arm deeply enough to require multiple stitches.

“We have determined the jaguar was not at fault in any way,” a zoo spokesperson told a reporter for Channel 3. “The injuries were due to human error.”

Uh, I’ll say.

The story quickly went national as a “jaguar attack,” but semantically speaking this was more like “attempted suicide by jungle cat.” Seriously, if you can’t attend the zoo properly as an adult, how do you handle stuff like work or grocery shopping?

I typically ponder such existential questions while hiking Piestewa Peak, except I’m giving that particular trail a break now, after police arrested three men there last Monday. Their crime? Firing a 9mm handgun at a saguaro near the busy Hopi trailhead. While smoking weed. And babysitting a 1-year-old.

Terrorized hikers and residents called the cops. Officers found the Glock pistol in the baby’s car seat – beneath the baby. The 29-year-old dad, Nicholas Forte, told police

he was holding the toddler when a buddy handed him the gun, so he put the Glock in the baby seat, then sat the kid down on top of it.

This story makes me wonder why there isn’t an enhanced sentence for criminal stupidity, similar to how a “hate crimes” designation adds prison time for heinous offenders. We clearly need to up the ante, because stupid people are getting more dangerous daily.

Like the anti-vaxxers.

Leanne risked only her own life. The Saguaro Shooters endangered a small child and some nearby hikers. Anti-vaxxers endanger broad swaths of Arizona by refusing to vaccinate their children, despite decades of persuasive medical evidence and the urging of everyone from the Centers for Disease Control to the Surgeon General to Gov. Doug Ducey.

Mesa Rep. Kelly Townsend, head of the state Legislature’s Looney Tunes bloc, fired up her laptop recently to bash vaccination requirements, opining, “The idea that we force someone to give up their liberty for the sake of the collective is not based on American values but rather, Communist.”

Townsend later doubled down on the crazy, comparing vaccinating children to ward off measles, mumps and rubella with … the Holocaust?

For Townsend, mandatory vaccines to protect public health – or, as she puts it, “government forcing you to inject a solution into your body that could very well damage you for life or even kill you” – is somehow akin to the Nazis tattooing prisoners with ID numbers at death camps in places like Auschwitz.

“Your body is your own,” Townshend told reporters. I couldn’t agree more. As a rule, Americans stand free to use our bodies as we see fit. I just wish more of us would actually use our brains every now and again.

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BY GAYLE LAGMAN-CRESWICK (In a recent column, a reader was worried about the way her great grandchildren were being raised. She was instructed never to say “no” to them, but to redirect them.

My answer told her how I had stolen a tricycle when I was 5, and I received the peach tree stick to my behind all the way to returning it to its rightful owner. I also raised a doubt as to what kind of adults these undisciplined children may grow to be. If they want to rob a bank, you just redirect them? This is a reply from a professional):

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Dear Gabby Gayle: In one of your replies, attempting to be helpful, you mentioned how a “peach stick” was at your rear, when as a child, you were sent to return a tricycle that you stole. There are many ways to correct a child and instill ethics and morals – and a peach stick at the rear is not a good one. Please don’t suggest that any form of physical punishment is a good way to teach a child the difference between right and wrong. Physical punishment can instead instill fear and insincerity among other unproductive traits.

You offer much appreciated help, but this reply was not one of your better ones.

Regards from a psychotherapist and children volunteer/advocate.

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Dear Children Advocate: Thank you for writing. I want to make it clear to my readers that I am not a therapist. I am a mother of seven, the youngest child of 12, the confidante of seniors for 40 years, the foster mother of 18 children, grandmother of 23 and great-grandmother of 15. Now I am a senior and my wisdom was gained from the school of hard knocks. (Also, I was a registered nurse and I have a BS in psychology.)

In my lifetime, I have read about many methods of raising children. My early children received an occasional swat if they lied or were doing something unsafe. My later children didn’t get the swat. In fact, my last child told me that I could not swat her because it would be child abuse! I lived through Spock. All I can say is that I would not trade my childhood for anyone’s. I never doubted I was loved and cherished, which was very high on my list of priorities for my own children. And I always had a clear conception of what was right and wrong. I suspect the pendulum

will swing again in the future as more data is collected. Thanks again!

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Dear Gabby Gayle: I have a question for you. How young can you be and still die of old age?

Signed, FND

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Dear FND: While I am not certain I understand your question, I take it to mean, “Can you die of old age when you are young?” I do not believe people die of old age. They die from disease.

Some of these diseases are in their genes and some are brought on by the way we live and take care of ourselves. If, at age 50, you are sitting around, not involved in life, no exercise, eating unhealthy diets, have no interests, etc. you might be considered old – and you are inviting disease into your life. And you are no doubt shortening your life. I hope this answers your question!

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Dear Gabby Gayle: I am a senior and an observer of people.

When I look around, I find I have been mistaken about aging. I always thought as you grow older you become nicer, wiser, sweeter, etc. Not so, my observation is that people often get belligerent and illogical, etc. What is your take on this?

Signed, DH

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Dear DH: My take is that people pretty much become more of what they are. If you are sweet and wise and logical as a young person, you will probably become more of that as you grow older. If you are a nasty young person, you may become nastier. If disease interferes with your healthy aging, a sweet person may become the opposite.

Message: If you are young and have a nasty disposition, better change it while you can. Smile.

GG If you have questions for Gabby Gayle, please send them to “Ask Gabby Gayle” at lagmancreswick@gmail.com.

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News Briefs COMPILED BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI

Shred-a-thon benefits two charities Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s Guild is sponsoring a shred-a-thon from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 13, at Prince of Peace parking lot, 14818 W. Deer Valley Drive, Sun City West. Shredding for the Blind will have two trucks, each of which benefits charity. Donations will be accepted. For information, contact Rosemary Dougherty at 623-760-8479.

NVSO hosts patriotic musical tribute North Valley Symphony Orchestra (NVSO) will close out its season and kick off the summer with a patriotic musical tribute to America. The “Summer Salute” concert is 7 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at Shadow Mountain High School Performing Arts Auditorium, 2902 E. Shea Boulevard, Phoenix.

Get set for lively classics such as Sousa’s “Stars & Stripes Forever” and “Washington Post March,” Tchaikovsky’s “1812

Overture,” dance selections from the always popular Rodeo by Copland, and Gould’s American Salute.

Veterans, active duty military personnel and first responders will be admitted free. To reserve a free ticket, enter the coupon code “HERO” on the payment screen at the ticketing website, northvalleysymphony.org/tickets-sales. Veters are asked to wear their uniforms, service caps or present other proofs of service.

The concert will open with a presentation of colors by Luke AFB’s Color Guard, and North Valley Youth Orchestra playing the national anthem. Music Director Kevin Kozacek plans for audience participation to “sound the cannons” during the 1812 Overture.

adult community, hosted its inaugural Dog Parade at its Youngtown community in March. A dozen residents gathered with their dogs to and show off their furry companions.

“Pets are an important part of our communities at LifeStream,” says Donna Taylor, chief operating officer at LifeStream.

“We’re pleased to offer our independent living residents the option of having pets in their homes and celebrate their special bonds with the inaugural dog parade.”

LifeStream residents and fellow community members who watched the parade voted by ballot to select the “Dog of the Year.” Sarah, a 7-year-old Shih Tzu-poodle mix owned by LifeStream resident Libby Parrish, was the winner.

LifeStream participates in inaugural dog parade

NSDAR celebrate women in history

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Glendale’s Anasazi Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution honored Angela Hutchinson Hammer as its Woman in American History during its March 16 meeting at Dillon’s.

Hammer holds membership in two halls of fame in Arizona. In addition to the Women’s Hall of Fame, she was named to the Arizona Newspaper Hall of Fame in 1965. The members of the Arizona News-

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paper Association gave her that honor in recognition of her long and colorful career as publisher of weekly newspapers in a number of Arizona towns.

Hammer died April 9, 1952, at the age of 81. Her great-granddaughter Rebecca Hammer Joy gave a PowerPoint presentation and discussed the book “Angela Hutchinson Hammer, Arizona’s Pioneer Newspaperwoman,” written by Hammer’s granddaughter, Betty Hammer Joy, Rebecca’s mother.

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The Khangura Brothers to break ground for Mesa project Suky and Jas Khangura are set to break ground for their 700,000-square-foot assisted living and medical camps in Mesa.

The campus, which will be designed to have a world-class resort feel, consists of independent and assisted living, hotel rooms, multiple dining options, medical offices, a luxury tower and luxury condos, nursing school and rehab clinic spread out over 20 acres.

Khangura Development does not plan on slowing down. They also have forthcoming projects in Florida, Texas and Colorado.

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Features

Gracefully AGING

Valley Boomers want affordable self-care

BY CARRIE SNIDER

While we can’t stop our bodies from aging, there are many things Phoenix men and women ages 50 and older can do to look and feel better.

It seems like there is always a new product or procedure to try. Plastic surgery, facials, Botox, hair styles—the list goes on.

According to local beauty experts, Boomers tend to gravitate toward two main things: to look refreshed and not spend a lot of money.

Those who are 50 and older definitely do not want to look like they’ve “had work done.” In fact, many Baby Boomers are focusing on that one thing about themselves they want to improve, and Phoenix-area professionals can revitalize those spots.

Here are a few things that older men and women are doing:

Croton Oil Peel While plastic surgery is an option to help improve the look of the face, many Baby Boomers don’t want something that drastic or expensive.

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Griffin, who at age 69 is still working and wants to look her best. She was searching for something to help her improve her overall look, but didn’t want to do anything drastic.

She heard about a new procedure called a Croton Oil Peel from Dr. Andrew Wolin, of Wolin Plastic Surgery Center in Scottsdale. A Croton Oil Peel is a modified phenol peel that is deeper.

As part of the natural aging process, our bodies produce less and less collagen, and the result is thinner, frailer skin.

The Croton Oil Peel stimulates collagen production, which then helps the skin to look younger by smoothing it, reducing wrinkles, reducing age spots, etc.

“It really helps to improve the quality of the skin,” Wolin says.

He pointed out, however, it’s very important to have an experienced physician do the peel because the procedure is tailored to each individual and it takes skill.

The procedure takes about 15 to 30 minutes, and the patient is put under local anesthesia. The big commitment comes with the after care, because the

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skin should not be exposed to the sun for about two weeks.

“For me, it surpassed my expectations,” Griffin says.

“Especially around my lip and jowl areas, the wrinkles are greatly diminished. I am happier smiling at others during my workday and feel invigorated.”

Eyelash extensions Not everyone may think lashes can make you look younger, but seeing is believing. Margie Bahm, owner of Amazing Lash Studio in Peoria/Lake Pleasant says she sees a lot of older clients who don’t want to spend a lot of money but want to improve their looks. Eyelash extensions are quick, easy, and don’t cost a lot.

“People want that instant gratification,” she says.

There are several options for eyelash extensions, including style, length and fullness. Some people come in to get eyelash extensions for a particular event, such as a wedding, but others want them as their everyday look to look refreshed.

“Ninety percent of my clients don’t want to wear mascara, and they don’t have to with eyelash extensions,” Bahm says.

Eyelash extensions give just enough oomph to your look that the change is noticeable, but it’s not overly dramatic.

They typically last two to four weeks, depending on how the client cares for them.

Donna Vanderlaan, 56, has been seeing Bahm at Amazing Lash Studio since it opened in August 2018.

“I want eyelashes because it feels good,” Vanderlaan says. “The experience is great. A few people have said, what are you using to look so good? I think it’s the lashes.”

The visit takes about an hour, and Vanderlaan loves it because she takes a little nap during it. When she walks out the door, her lashes have a lot more length and volume.

Hormone therapy Sometimes a treatment on the outside of the body isn’t what is needed. That’s why Sarah Quinn at Arcadia Wellness Center, takes a whole-person approach.

She offers many types of treatments, but one thing she likes to focus on his hormone balance—to help the body from the inside out.

“We really want to help get those hormones optimized.”

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Then she can work with them on hormone therapy that will help boost their energy and get them feeling and looking better.

“It’s really important that I listen to them, and then we can make a plan together.” Getting more energy and sleep can definitely help boomers look and feel better.

Botox and fillers Men and women are interested in treating the wrinkles on forehead, crow’s feet, and treating the “11s” that make someone look mad or upset, according to Carmen Rayis, with Affiliated Dermatology, which has eight locations in the Valley.

Botox is a good option for that.

Quinn at Arcadia Wellness Center takes a whole-person For those looking to treat Sarah approach. (Special to LLAF) downturned corners of the ner and this has plumped them up. Less mouth and lifting sagging skin, fillers can be placed in the cheeks and wrinkles.” lips.

“Nonsurgical enhancement is attrac- Laser treatments tive because patients are sometimes worThere are many tools and treatments people can try at home, but as Dr. Magried about surgery,” Rayis says.

“From a price point fillers and Botox gie Husami of Mesa Derma Health Skin & can be reasonable, considering their al- Laser explains, to get real, lasting results it’s best to seek out the help of a profesternatives.”

And Botox and fillers aren’t just for sional.

“For real transformation of aging skin, faces anymore. In fact, they are used to improve the look of sagging, wrinkly ear- it is important to use treatments that crelobes and even improve the look of your ate change deep in the cellular level, addressing the root of the issue,” she says. hands.

“Dermal fillers like Restylane and JuClients who come into their clinic wantvederm can be injected in sagging ear- ing a more youthful look to their skin lobes that have been stretched out from have several different options. earrings or wrinkled from sun exposure,” “We always recommend starting with Rayis explains. lasers, as lasers restore the youthful texA few years ago, Radiesse became the ture, tone and tightness of skin by refirst FDA-approved filler for the back of building collagen beneath the surface. the hands. Then Restylane recently re- Popular laser treatments are ActiveFX, ceived its approval last year.

Featherlite, ResurFX and Exilis Ultra.

“Since its approval, a buzz was created “If tone is a concern, we recommend for a treatment that can make your hands IPL Photofacials, which eliminates brown appear youthful,” Rayis says. “Hyaluronic and red spots, and it is mostly used on acid gel filler is placed under the skin of the face, neck, chest and hands.” the back of the hands to replace volume.

What’s nice about these procedures, The hands look less ‘skinny’ and the veins she adds, is they are minimally invasive become less prominent.” and offer quick results.

Nicole Morrison decided to get fillers in her hands, and Rayis did the procedure Facelifts for her several months ago.

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Introducing: Marty Stuart

The legendary country singer heads in a new direction with ‘Way Out West’

BY DAVE GIL DE RUBIO

The term “cosmic American music” is inextricably tied to the late Gram Parsons and refers to a musical crossroads where country, folk and rock collide in a glorious psychedelia-kissed pileup.

So, it goes on “Way Out West,” Marty Stuart’s latest studio effort that was produced by Fleetwood Mac (and former Heartbreakers) guitarist Mike Campbell. The deep and rich mystique of California culture provided a font of inspiration for these 15 songs that found the Mississippi native taking his cracker-jack backing band, the Fabulous Superlatives, to the storied Capitol Records recording studio in Los Angeles to record a good chunk of the record. It’s a project that Stuart knew he needed to create on the left coast.

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“Everything that came out of California captivated my kid mind in Mississippi,” Stuart says. “‘Way Out West’ started with a song called ‘Mexico’ and the idea was that I wanted to capture a mood that was cinematic and reflected the space you experience out in the Mojave Desert.

It would reflect that kind of openness with a little bit of a psychedelic touch to it. I also knew that I’d have a better shot of getting that kind of cinematic sound that I was looking for in California that I wouldn’t be able to get in Nashville.”

The Fabulous Superlatives are a solid anchor thanks to the efforts of guitarist Kenny Vaughan (Lucinda Williams), bassist Chris Scruggs (BR549) and drummer Harry

Stinson (Steve Earle). With this kind of talent, Stuart and his compadres are firing on all cylinders, starting with the instrumental “Mojave,” which uses a combination of airy twang and dive-bombing chords to scale some of the soaring aural terrain traversed by the late surf rock god Dick Dale. This menacing vibe continues on the vocal-free “Quicksand,” which uses a militaristic cadence and boatloads of echo to form a spiritual connection with Link Wray’s “Rumble.”

Elsewhere, Stuart does yeoman’s work tapping into his country music influences, be it Bakersfield (the trucker’s ode “Whole Lotta Highway”) or Marty Robbins (the twangy waltz “Lost On the Desert”). One of Stuart’s best originals on this project, “Time Don’t Wait,” has Campbell joining the Fabulous Superlatives. It’s an infectious number that sounds like a recently discovered 1966-era Byrds outtake.

Equally impressive are a pair of obscure covers—a rollicking take on Benny Goodman’s “Air Mail Special” and the Johnny Cash-flavored title cut, which uses spoken vocals, an atmospheric production touch and meandering arrangements to paint

Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives play Country Thunder at 7 p.m. Sunday, April 14.

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a picture of one person going on a fever dream-soaked spiritual quest. It’s a collaboration that Campbell, who first played with Stuart on Cash’s 1996 album “Unchained,” enjoyed immensely.

“Working with Marty and the Superlatives was a blast and it was fast. My role was easy, just set up the sound and let them play,” Campbell explains. “Great guitars, great grooves, great vocals—they just have it all. This record is one of my favorite things that I have ever been involved with.”

With “Way Out West” out, Stuart and the Fabulous Superlatives are out on the road. And while many casual music fans may not know about Stuart’s deep ties to country music that found him cutting his teeth playing with bluegrass legend Lester Flatt as a mandolin-playing teen prodigy or later getting hired to help anchor Cash’s band, Stuart is eager to spread the gospel of American roots music. With the high level at which he and his Fabulous Superlatives are playing, the just-turned60-year-old singer-songwriter welcomes the challenge of bringing fellow believers into the fold by way of a well-placed live music experience.

“I think there’s a time in every band’s life, whether it’s the Rolling Stones or anyone else, where they end up in a (creative) place where they end up with what I call a blue halo or blue aura around them, where they’re at their peak if you go see them play live,” Stuart says. “As a music fan, it’s the kind of experience that you wind up having where 20 years from now, you’ll look back and say that you saw that group at that particular time.

“I think that time is happening right now for the Fabulous Superlatives, and it’s certainly giving us motivation to live up to the band’s name. We’re introducing ourselves and our music to a new audience as well as inviting our old friends to come along, so that’s the mission at hand.”

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‘Remembrance’

Catholic Community Foundation’s Crozier Gala honors its roots

BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI Catholic Community Foundation welcomed or honored guests like Tony LaRussa, Derrick Hall and Erma Bombeck at its annual Crozier Gala in the last 30 years.

This year, for the 50th anniversary of the Diocese of Phoenix, the Crozier Gala’s theme is “Remembrance.” The gala, set for Saturday, April 27, at The Phoenician Resort, will celebrate the generations of families, businesses and organizations who live their faith by supporting the ministries that serve the Diocese of Phoenix.

“The Crozier Gala is an opportunity for the Catholics in our community to get together and celebrate all the great work we’re doing,” says chairman Trish Stark.

The Crozier Gala’s proceeds will go toward creating a perpetual endowment to support spiritual and corporal works of mercy. The other half of the gala’s proceeds tend to the foundation’s immediate programmatic needs, including the Crozier Catholic School Scholarship Program for children of Catholic school employees.

“Some teachers in the Catholic school system, who provide a wonderful education, can’t afford to send their own children to Catholic schools,” Stark says.

The Catholic Community Foundation has granted millions of dollars to the Catholic community through its annual grants program. Its annual grants program has awarded more than $2 million in Catholic high school scholarships.

The Catholic Community Foundation manages endowment funds for more than 150 agencies, including over 85 parishes, 41 schools and Catholic agencies.

In 2003, the foundation became a separate 501(c)3 charitable foundation so it could offer additional services to better

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support Catholics in the Diocese of Phoenix. Today, assets surpass $65 million.

Silent auction This year, the Crozier Gala will feature a silent auction and a raffle.

“We have some fun things,” she says.

“We have about six packages. We’re not doing a large silent auction. We will be selling 200 tickets for $100 a piece, and the recipient will win a trip to Santa Fe that will be led by a local Catholic priest who has deep roots in Santa Fe and Taos.”

The winners will explore their Catholic heritage in Santa Fe, which is important because it houses one of the country’s first missions.

Stark says the keynote speaker will be ASU football coach Herm Edwards.

“Basically, we’re going to recognize the key people in the Diocese who have contributed to its growth over the last 50 years,” she says. “We’re going to be doing a video montage that recognizes these folks.

“We want folks to enjoy the event and we want to get the information out there.”

The evening will wrap with dancing to the tunes of Lucky Devils.

“We want it to be a celebration of all the great work the Catholic Diocese Catholic Community Foundation and all of its agencies have done.”

Bishop Eduardo Nevares, Gov. Doug Ducey, Angela Ducey and Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted prepare for the Crozier Gala. (Special to LLAF)

Bombeck spoke at the following year’s gala. Bob Newhart and other entertainers followed.

Throughout the 30 years, the mission has stayed the same with the Crozier

Gala.

“I’m proud the bishop asked me to get it off the ground,” says Bruner, the trustee emeritus. “We worked very hard over the years to do amazing things.”

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Lessons learned Scottsdale businessman Jim Bruner has seen the Catholic Community Foundation grow, as he was the foundation’s first board director. He was approached by then-Bishop Thomas O’Brien in 1988 to do so.

“I was taught never to turn the bishop down,” he says with a laugh. “I learned that in religion class.”

The first Crozier Gala was held in 1989, when Cardinal John O’Connor, archbishop of New York, addressed the audience.

“We had a small crowd—200, 250 people—and O’Connor had a powerful speech. You could hear a pin drop.

O’Brien said it was quiet because it was boring, and everyone was sleeping. Bishop O’Brien had a great sense of humor,” Bruner says.

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Ben Vereen says thanks to longtime fans with performance

BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI Film, TV and stage personality Ben Vereen has been blessed to have a 50-year career, one that has been honored by colleges around the nation and most award shows.

The legendary performer is touring the world to say “thank you” to fans for supporting him and allowing him to make audiences smile.

The 72-year-old “Roots” star is set to play two shows at the Musical Instrument Museum at 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. Saturday, April 20.

“I look forward to meeting the people of Phoenix who built such a beautiful facility,” Vereen says. “I love Phoenix. I love Tucson. I love Arizona. I love getting back there.”

Vereen calls his show “fun;” makes sense for the entertainer who was anointed the “minister of fun” by his spiritual leader.

“I hope the audience likes it,” Vereen says about his multifaceted show. “It’s a special show. Our mantra is, ‘If it’s not fun, don’t do it. If you got to do it, make it fun.’”

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tire of his career because one thing keeps him inspired: Employment.

“Seriously, the opportunities are there,” he says. “I thank the public for that. They say, ‘We like you’ and then they call me. I get the opportunity to give to you what I have from within.”

Vereen continued his momentum by guest starring on season three of Fox Television’s “Star” as Calvin Brown, the father of Queen Latifah and Brandy’s characters, Carlotta and Cassie, respectively.

Brown molested Carlotta when she was a child. Patti LaBelle played his wife, Christine Brown.

“You can’t get better than that,” he says with a laugh about LaBelle. “It’s phenomenal. The character I play is not a very likeable character, but it’s stuff that needs to be discussed.”

On the music side, Vereen is performing this month at Dizzy’s Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City April 4 to April 7. He and his musicians will be joined by The Juilliard Jazz Ensemble.

Wynton Marsalis recruited Vereen to perform there as a tribute to his “friends, peers and people whose talents have influenced me through the artistry of big-band musicians.

“I’m really looking forward to that,” he adds. “Things are coming up every day. All I say is, ‘That’s for the book.’”

He’ll have plenty to say. His acting abilities have garnered him several nominations and awards. For his work on “Grey’s Anatomy,” he earned a Prism Award, while he was nominated for an Emmy for “Intruders: They Are Among Us.” Vereen also has seven Emmy Awards under his belt for “Ben Vereen: His Roots” and a Golden Globe nom for “Ellis Island.”

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Tai Chi Classes, 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, Kaleidoscope Dance, 2848 S. Carriage Lane, Mesa, $12 for a drop-in class, $40 for four classes, 480692-0332, kaleidoscope-dance.com.

Defeat Food Addiction, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, $25 J members, $40 guests, $10 SWLC members, vosjcc.org/fitmindbody. Join the J and Scottsdale Weight Loss Center nutrition instructors to learn about food addiction and how to identify and control the triggers.

Ben Vereen donates his awards to Boston University, which is archiving his career.

(Photo by Isak Tiner)

He doesn’t keep any of his awards at his home. Instead, he donates them to Boston University, which is archiving his career.

“The accolades are wonderful and marvelous and I thank the people for acknowledging me,” Vereen says. “My want is to continue to give them what I do and then allowing me to do that. The opportunity to give is more satisfying.”

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What: Ben Vereen When: 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. Saturday, April 20 Where: Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix Cost: $48.50-$78.50 Info: 480-478-6000, mim.org

Knitting Circle at the J, 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, free, 480-481-7033, harrietc@vosjcc.org.

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National Organization of Women SC/WV Chapter, 1 p.m., UU Church, 17540 N. Avenue of the Arts, Surprise, free, 623-972-6273, aznow-scwv.org. Roselyn O’Connell, past president of the Women’s Political Caucus, will host a workshop about the Dr. James Birren Method of Guided Autobiography.

It’s Not Just Lunch, noon to 1:30 p.m., Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, $5 suggested donation, 480-481-7033. Great food, speakers and new topics each month. Enjoy a full kosher lunch and stay for the discussion group at 2 p.m.

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East Valley Friends and Neighbors, 9:30 to 11 a.m., repeats the first Wednesday of the month, Grace United Methodist Church, 2024 E. University Road, Mesa, free, 480-848-5146, evfanaz. org, evfanaz@gmail.com.

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Jewish Family and Children’s Service’s Memory Café, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Beth El Congregation, 1118 W. Glendale Avenue, Phoenix, free, belmontvillage.com. April’s special artist is a dedicated song and dance troupe called The Broadway Babies. www.LovinLife.com

Merrymakers Dance, 7 p.m., Las Palmas Grand, 2550 S. Ellsworth Road, Mesa, $7 members, $8 nonmembers, 480-654-1994, dancemm.com. The Breeze provides the music.

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Valley Engineering, Science and Technology Club, 11:30 a.m., Briarwood Country Club, 20800 N. 135th Avenue, Sun City West, $22, reservations required, 623-544-0942, engineersaz.com. ASU Professor David Williams will discuss “Exploring Ocean Worlds.”

SATURDAY APRIL 6

Hillcrest Dance and Social Club, 7 p.m., Johnson Social Hall, 19803 R.H. Johnson Boulevard, Sun City West, $4 members, $6 guests, hillcrest.scwclubs.com.

Midnight Moon provides the music.

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The Art of Wine, 2 to 4 p.m., Civitan Foundation, 12635 N. 42nd Street, Phoenix, $45 in advance, $50 at the door, 520-631-6253, arabilityaz.org.

Sample wine and delectable nibbles and participate in a silent auction with the ARTabilityAZ Group this April at the Civitan Foundation in Phoenix. The silent auction will feature gift certificates for an array of dining, theater, museums and hand-crafted art items.

MONDAY APRIL 8

Sun Lakes Democratic Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Sun Lakes Country Club’s Navajo Room, 25601 E. Sun Lakes Boulevard, Sun Lakes, free, 480-895-1162. Donations accepted. The guest speakers are Anne Schneider, Ph.D., author of Arizona Legislative Alert, a weekly update on bills and issues facing Arizona, and Rep. Jennifer Pawlik.

TUESDAY APRIL 9

Sun Lakes Republican Club Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Sun Lakes Country Club’s Arizona Room, 25601 E. Sun Lakes Boulevard, Sun Lakes, free, 480-802-0178, slgop. org. Judicial Watch Southwest Projects coordinator Mark Spencer will discuss his organization. State Rep. Jeff Weninger will provide an update on the current state legislative session.

Discussion with the Rabbi, 11 a.m. to noon, Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, free, 602-492-7670, chani@sosaz.org.

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Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” various times to April 14, Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main Street, Mesa, $18, 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com.

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Art All Around Us, 11 a.m. to noon, Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, free, 480-4817033, harrietc@vosjcc.org.

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Merrymakers Dance, 7 p.m., Las Palmas Grand, 2550 S. Ellsworth Road, Mesa, $7 members, $8 nonmembers, 480654-1994, dancemm.com. Route 66 Trio provides the music.

Arizona Jazz at Lunch Time Concert, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Arizona Capitol Senate Lawn, 1700 W. Washington, Phoenix, visit website for pricing, events.jazzday. az.com.

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The Tiki-Tiki-Ho-Ho Luau, 7:30 to 10 p.m., Hotel Valley Ho, 6850 E. Main Street, Scottsdale, $99, 480376-2600, hotelvalleyho.com. Get a taste of the tiki at the Hotel Valley Ho pool’s evening luau. Enjoy a traditional pig roast, fresh poke bowls, and grilled options like crispy colamarinated short ribs. The menu also features Hawaiianthemed desserts and delicious cocktails.

SATURDAY APRIL 13

Sunland Village Pancake Breakfast, 7 to 9 a.m., Sunland Village, 4601 E. Dolphin Avenue, Mesa, $5 at the door, 480-832-9003.

Sunland Village Art League Spring Fling, 5 to 9 p.m., Sunland Village’s Main Activity Complex, 4601 E. Dolphin Avenue, Mesa, free admission, 480-8329003. The party features food trucks, vendors and music.

Mature Mavens Dinner, 5 p.m., call for location and price, 602-371-3744.

FRIDAY APRIL 19

Good Friday Services, 3:30 p.m. and 6 p.m., Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School, 3257 E. University Drive, Mesa, free, 480-830-1723, pilgrimmesa.com.

SATURDAY APRIL 20

Hillcrest Dance and Social Club, 7 p.m., Johnson Social Hall, 19803 R.H. Johnson Boulevard, Sun City West, $4 members, $6 guests, hillcrest.scwclubs.com. Bobby Freeman and Charlene provide the music.

SUNDAY APRIL 21

Hillcrest Dance and Social Club, 7 p.m., Johnson Social Hall, 19803 R.H. Johnson Boulevard, Sun City West, $4 members, $6 guests, hillcrest.scwclubs.com.

Michael Carollo provides the music.

Easter Sunday Services and Breakfast, 7 a.m. (breakfast), 8 a.m. (Easter Festival Services), 9 to 10:15 a.m. (breakfast), 9:30 a.m. Easter egg hunt (preschool to sixth grade), Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School, 3257 E. University Drive, Mesa, free, 480-830-1724, pilgraimmesa. com.

SUNDAY APRIL 14

MONDAY APRIL 22

Donut Judge Me 5K, 8 a.m., Dr. A.J. Chandler Park, 178 E. Commonwealth Avenue, Chandler, $10 kids 10 and younger, $30-435 general admission, bit.ly/2TC87aw.

MONDAY APRIL 15 Don’t forget your taxes today!

TUESDAY APRIL 16

Keeping It Off: What’s My Plan? 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, $25 J members, $40 guests, $10 SWLC members, vosjcc.org/fitmindbody.

Phoenix Rising FC Open Training, 6:30 p.m., Casino Arizona Field, 751 N. McClintock Road, Scottsdale, free, 602-761-8353, phxrisingfc.com.

TUESDAY APRIL 23

Talk Cinema No. 7, 7 p.m., Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Street, Scottsdale, $14, scottsdaleperformingarts.org. Mixing Hollywood flair with the element of surprise, it offers sneak previews of new independent and foreign films.

WEDNESDAY APRIL 24

Nirvana Food and Wine Festival, various times through April 28, Sanctuary on Camelback, 5700 E. McDonald Drive, Paradise Valley, visit website for tickets, sanctuaryoncamelback.com/nirvana. This food, wine, spirits and music event continues to grow in popularity and critical

U.S. Masters Swimming Spring National Championship, various times through April 28, Kino Aquatic Center, 848 N. Horne, Mesa, free, usms.org.

FRIDAY APRIL 26

Bags & Brews Cornhole Tournament, noon to 5 p.m., Los Olivos Park, 2802 E. Devonshire Avenue, Phoenix, $25, 602-304-0100, evenbrite.com. Grab a brew and play cornhole for a good cause at the Bags & Brews Cornhole Tournament supported by Corporate Interior Systems. All proceeds will go to A New Leaf Charity. Cash prizes and food trucks are part of the fun.

SATURDAY APRIL 27

Catholic Community Foundation Crozier Gala, 5 p.m., The Phoenician Resort, 6000 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, call for pricing, 602-354-2407, ldonahue@ccfphx.org.

Hillcrest Dance and Social Club, 7 p.m., Johnson Social Hall, 19803 R.H. Johnson Boulevard, Sun City West, $4 members, $6 guests, hillcrest.scwclubs.com.

The Breeze provides the music. A membership meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m.

SUNDAY APRIL 28

International Jazz Day Festival, 4 to 9 p.m., Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main Street, Mesa, free, 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com. This year’s acts include Emmet Cohen Trio, Ioannis Goudelis Trio, Lisa Hightower, Tony Monaco and Jesse McGuire.

MONDAY APRIL 29

Cut loose! It’s International Dance Day!

TUESDAY APRIL 30

An Evening with Jon Anderson of Yes, 7:30 p.m., The Van Buren, 401 W. Van Buren, Phoenix, $35$125, thevanburenphx.com.

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WHERE: Beuf Senior Center, 3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Phoenix COST: Starts at $4/pack, City of Phoenix Membership card or $5 guest INFO: 602-534-9743

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WHEN: Mondays, hall opens at 4:30 p.m., sale starts at 5:15 p.m. and bingo starts at 6:30 p.m.

WHERE: Brentwood Southern, 8103 E. Southern Ave., Mesa COST: Varies according to games and number purchased INFO: 480-306-4569

Chandler Senior Center Bring a friend or make some new ones while enjoying some fun and prizes.

WHEN: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.

WHERE: Chandler Senior Center, 202 E. Boston St., Chandler COST: 50 cents per card. No limit on cards purchased.

INFO: 480-782-2720, chandleraz.gov/ senior-adults

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WHEN: Wednesdays through Sundays at 6:30 p.m.; Fridays at 10:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m.

WHERE: Community Bingo, 3690 S. Estrella Pkwy., Suite 108, Goodyear COST: $21 (includes progressive) for 18 games; $14, late night and matinee for 13 games.

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WHERE: Granite Reef Senior Center, 1700 N. Granite Reef Rd., Scottsdale COST: $1 per card; three-card minimum.

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WHEN: Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.

WHERE: Palmas del Sol, 6209 E. McKellips Rd., Mesa COST: Charge for cards varies according to number purchased.

INFO: 480-528-4689

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Prize money will vary based on attendance.

WHEN: Tuesdays and Fridays at 12:30 p.m.

WHERE: Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson, Peoria COST: 25 cents per card; 50 cents for overall INFO: 623-979-3570

Red Mountain Active Adult Center

Bingo seating begins at 12:50 p.m.

WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 1:15 p.m. to 3 p.m.

WHERE: Red Mountain Active Adult Center, 7550 E. Adobe Rd., Mesa COST: Tuesdays there are various prices; Thursdays the cards are 25 cents INFO: 480-218-2221 or rm.evadultresources.org

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WHEN: Mondays, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

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The organization holds bingo for up to 230 people. Payouts are based on sales; total may reach $900. All proceeds go to veteran needs, including homeless veterans, disabled veterans and military families.

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WHEN: Thursdays WHERE: Sunland Village Auditorium, 4601 E. Dolphin Ave., Mesa COST: Charge for cards varies according to number purchased INFO: 480-832-9003

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WHERE: Sunrise Village, 5402 E. McKellips Rd., Mesa COST: $13 minimum buy-in INFO: 480-985-0548

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Gamers who stop by Bingo Park enjoy picturesque National Park views in the state-of-the-art, 550-seat bingo hall.

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‘A Different World’

Dawnn Lewis hits the stage for ‘Thoroughly Modern Millie’

BY BRIDGETTE REDMAN Dawnn Lewis has been defying conventions since she was a teenager and it has resulted in a long-lasting career that includes Broadway, television, composing, voice acting and songwriting.

From April 25 to May 5, this former star of “A Different World”—and the composer of its theme song—will star as Muzzy in Scottsdale Theater Company’s “Thoroughly Modern Millie” at the Tempe Center for the Arts.

“I’ve come to know the caliber of the projects that are done there,” Lewis says.

“Another client represented by the same agency as me has worked there with David (Hock, the artistic director) and had nothing but amazing things to say. It is a lot of fun working with great people in a community who loves live theater.”

Hock says Lewis can make Muzzy her own during the run at the Tempe Center for the Arts.

“Dawnn can make it her own,” he says.

“She has a very sassy side to her personality, so I can make Muzzy sassy and fun and seductive.”

Hock has already made one alteration to the show for Lewis. Muzzy’s second song is always done with backup boys, but Hock is instead giving her backup trumpet players who will play what the vocals would be singing.

“Dawnn can riff and play around with the musicians on stage,” he says.

“Thoroughly Modern Millie” came out in 2002 with music by Jeanine Tesori (also known for “Fun Home,” “Shrek: The Musical” and “Caroline or Change.”) It was based on the 1967 film starring Julie Andrews. Set in 1922, small-town girl Millie Dillmount has arrived in New York City determined to become a success—which includes finding a great job and marrying her rich boss.

Muzzy is a famous singer who advises Millie on her love life, particularly with Jimmy, who will be played by Kelly Methven, who has toured with “West Side Story,” “Rock of Ages” and “Grand Hotel.”

Storied career Lewis created the role of Delores in “Sister Act” and she was in “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying”

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with Matthew Broderick.

A New York native, she was the only girl among four children and sang and danced to musical TV shows as a child.

That whetted her appetite for performing.

Because she was perpetually surrounded by boys, her mom wanted to encourage her to do something that was her own and sent her to dance class when she was 7. She discovered she had a talent for it and by the time she was 8, was performing at Carnegie Hall.

“My mom raised us on her own and was really happy I had an interest that was a positive one,” Lewis says. “She invested everything she could. My brothers would come to my recitals. They hated it, but we learned to be supportive of each other.”

She graduated from high school at age 16 and played the cello, danced, sang opera and published a series of poems.

“I was seeking out all these ways to express myself creatively and it looked like the sky was the limit,” she says.

She attended the University of Miami, whose staff was reluctant to admit her because of her age. Her grandmother, who lived nearby, agreed to be a responsible adult for her.

While at college, she ignored the classes she was told she should take because she’d already had them at her performing arts high school. Instead, she chose the classes that made the most sense for her career. The University of Miami ended up developing a new musical theater degree program designed around her.

“You were either an arts or music major, but because my background was cross-discipline, I was the guinea pig for musical theater,” Lewis says. “The program has now graduated Tony winners, Oscar winners and Grammy winners. I’m really proud of that.”

They made her reaudition for every class she was already in. She says she had a 45-minute audition before a jury of the entire faculty of music and the faculty of fine arts. She performed two arias—one in Italian and one in French—a Broadway song, a jazz tune, a comedic and dramatic monologue and then choreograph a dance. She was then able to go back to

Dawnn Lewis created the role of Delores in “Sister Act.”. (Special to LLAF)

taking the classes she was already taking.

After graduating cum laude with a Bachelor of Music degree in 1982, she performed on Broadway and toured with live shows. Then she got the call to audition for “A Different World.” An hour later, her phone rang again with a request to write the theme song for the show. She thought her friends were playing a joke on her.

It wasn’t until after her audition, when she met with Bill Cosby and the show’s artistic team in the star’s dressing room, that they discovered they’d asked the same person for both roles.

She played Jalessa Vinson-Taylor from 1987 to 1992.

More recently, she’s voiced Storm of the X-Men in three games and other characters for Mortal Kombat, “Futurama,” “Spider-Man: The Animated Series,” “Bruno the Kid” and “Boondocks.”

She starred in two Disney Channel original movies. In 2006, she was in the film adaptation of “Dreamgirls,” and released a CD called “Worth Waiting For.” She has a recurring role on “Major Crimes,” DreamWorks’ “Spirit Riding Free,” Netflix’s “Carmen Sandiego,” and “Veronica Mars.”

For a busy actor like Lewis—she’s doing voices for 10 animated series and runs her own foundation, A New Day, which offers hope and empowerment to youth and underserved communities—Hock says he makes sure the schedule can

work for her.

Lewis will arrive for a week of rehearsals and then the show runs for two weeks.

“For performers who have movie and TV shooting schedules, this is really nice,” Hock says. “They don’t have to commit to a long time and it opens up the possibility to more people I can get. They aren’t tying themselves up for six months the way they would for Broadway.”

Bock says this musical is just about having fun.

“It’s a fun night out to hear really good singing, see a TV star you wouldn’t normally get to see, watch some live dancing and hear a live orchestra.”

Lewis says she loves “Thoroughly Modern Millie” is about female power in the ’20s, about being progressive and not being afraid to say who you are.

“Muzzy is committed to living her biggest best life and about recognizing that there was a cost,” Lewis says. “That resonated with me personally. I love what I get to do, and I get to do it in a large way.”

MORE INFO

What: “Thoroughly Modern Millie” When: Various times Thursday, April 25, to Sunday, May 5 Where: Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe Cost: $42-$58 Info: scottsdalemusicaltheater.com www.LovinLife.com

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Happy Easter!

Country Dance, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Sunland Auditorium, 4601 E. Dolphin Ave., Mesa, $7, (480) 8329003. Music by Angie Senger and Friends.

Sun City Christian Women’s Club Brunch, 9 a.m., Sun City Country Club, 9433 N. 107th Ave., Sun City, $15, reservations required by Nov. 9, (623) 341-6019, mwholick@gmail.com. Mary Lou Powell from Golden, Colo., is the guest speaker and the morning will also feature a trunk showing of thrift-store fashions.

November 17 Saturday Fleming’s Grilling Seminar—Holiday Poultry, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.., Fleming’s Peoria, 9712 W. Northern Ave., Peoria, $25, (623) 772-9463, www. flemingssteakhouse.com. Fleming’s Chef Partner Jeff Fearing will show guests how to grill turkey, cook beer can chicken and barbeque duck plus offer tips to make sure your bird is juicy and delicious.

Myron Sommerfeld and His Music, 7 p.m., Las Palmas Grand, 2550 S. Ellsworth Rd., Mesa, $8, (480) 357-1148.

November 18 Sunday

November 24 Saturday Sun Lakes Arts and Crafts Association Fall Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sun Lakes Country Club, 25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd., Chandler, free, (602) 882-3651, (480) 982-7744.

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Resource Center, 1313 E. Osborn Rd., Suite 150, Phoenix, free but reservations required, (602) 778-3420.

November 20 Tuesday

Un Corazon Flamenco, 5 p.m., El Encanto, 6248 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek, charge for meals, (480) 488-1752.

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Thanksgiving Luncheon, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., Via Linda Senior Center, 10440 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale, $5 residents, $8 nonresidents, (480) 312-5810. The event features a catered Thanksgiving meal in a heated tent, plus live entertainment.

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Michael Dante: From actor to author

BY NICK THOMAS It’s not uncommon for actors to find His latest Novella is called “Six Rode a second career away from the camera Home,” which he says is “about six horse after spending years in soldiers who come front of it. In Michael home from the Civil War Dante’s case, that new and it’s a great read.” vocation has been writDante is well acquainting, beginning with his ed with early American 2014 award-winning life through his films, autobiography “From which included working Hollywood to Michael alongside Audie Murphy Dante Way” (see miin two westerns. “Audie chaeldanteway.com). was the greatest Ameri“I received the Ella can hero of World War II, Dickey Literacy Award but never talked about for it last April in Marshhis war experience. He field, Missouri, at their was a very quiet, senRecent photo of Michael Dante.

Cherry Blossom Festi- (Photo courtesy of Michael Dante) sitive, and soft-spoken val,” Dante says. “My guy with a great sense of second book, ‘Winterhawk’s Land,’ is the humor who also wrote beautiful poetry sequel to the film I starred in and played and song lyrics.” the title role, ‘Winterhawk.’”

Dante’s first film was the 1956 bio-dra-

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Audie Murphy and Michael Dante on the set of Arizona Raiders.

(Photo courtesy of Michael Dante)

ma “Somebody Up There Likes Me” starring Paul Newman as boxer Rocky Graziano and featured Steve McQueen in his first role. During filming, a truck lost control when its brakes failed and hurtled towards the cast causing Newman to leap out of the way and sending a cameraman flying.

“Then it headed toward me and Steve – I pulled him out of the way.”

In “Kid Galahad,” another boxing film, Dante sparred with Elvis Presley. He says the two performed all the fight scenes themselves, with Presley landing a blow on Dante, cutting his lip. “He kept apologizing over and over,” he recalls, laughing.

On TV, Dante created a memorable character in the original 1967 “Star Trek” episode “Friday’s Child” where the Enterprise crew visit an alien planet and attempt to negotiate mineral rights with a local tribe. His character, Maab, was dressed head-to-foot in a stifling hot costume.

“The exterior shots were filmed at Vazquez Rocks, near Santa Clarita, California, where it was 117 degrees,” Dante recalls. “So much perspiration drained into my boots that I squished when I walked

– I lost 7 pounds on the first day of shooting!”

With over 180 TV and film roles to his credit, Dante remains astonished that his 50-year-old “Star Trek” role still draws wide fan attention, recalling an encounter during a trip to the San Diego Zoo with his niece and nephew.

“As we stood by the giant birdcage, I noticed four people staring my way and they yelled ‘Maab!’ One girl even carried a thick portfolio filled with ‘Star Trek’ photos. I signed some, and asked how she happened to have them with her. ‘You never know when you’ll run into a Star Trek actor’ was her reply,” he says.

A recipient of many acting awards throughout his career including the Golden Boot and Silver Spur Awards for his work in westerns, the actor-turned-author says he’s especially proud of his new career. “Now, I am referred to as award-winning author Michael Dante!”

Nick Thomas teaches at Auburn University at Montgomery and has written features and columns for over 700 magazines and newspapers. Visit getnickt.com.

Michael Dante, center, as Maab in Star Trek’s Friday’s Child.

(Photo courtesy of Desilu Productions, NBC)

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Travel Laguna Beach

Cool country on the Southern California coast

BY ED BOITANO Each blistering summer, the Terry and Jackie Nishimoto family of Scottsdale loads up its Volvo station wagon for a oneweek vacation to one of California’s most spectacular and cooling destinations.

The Nishimoto’s destination of choice is nestled along the Pacific Ocean, less than a five-hour drive from Scottsdale. Their home for the week is Laguna Beach – The Riviera of California.

“It’s easy to forget, all the world-class attractions we have in the Southwest,” says Terry, with a laugh. “People travel from around the globe to experience Laguna, but it’s almost at our doorstep.

Laguna is just far enough away to make us feel that we’ve gotten away – plus we save tons of money not having to pay plane fare and car rental. We love the beach and restaurants, and my wife and I like to slip off and explore all the galleries. Catching up on my reading on the beach is the main thing that helps me decompress. “ Terry was right. We’re lucky to live in the Southwest. There is so much here that is easy to take it for granted. But the brutal heat of a summer in Scottsdale does take its toll. And did Mr. Nishimoto say something about catching up on my reading on the beach? So, my wife and I decided to emulate the Nishimoto trek and spend a week in this vacation paradise to see for ourselves. But first a little research was in order.

Back story Laguna’s history dates back to the arrival of the Ute-Aztecas Tribe (later referred to as the Shoshones). Attracted by the plentiful supply of fish and shell fish, they also hunted deer in the surrounding canyons. They referred to the area as Lagona (lakes), due to the fresh water lakes in the canyon. In 1933 a 17,000-year-old-skull was found in Laguna, indicating their early presence in the area. In the 1800s, the Spanish titled the area “Canada de las Lagunas” (canyon of the lakes).

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arrived in 1870, followed by tourists who came for the cool ocean breezes as a reprieve from the southwest’s brutal inland weather.

Accommodations were in tents, but this all changed with the building of the Hotel Laguna in 1889.

Now christened Laguna, the area was on its way to becoming a popular tourist resort.

Hollywood was not Laguna Beach stretches 9.1 square miles, complete with 20 coves and pristine beaches. (Courtesy visitlagunabeach.com) immune to Laguna’s charm, with the likes of noticed was the Laguna Coast Wilderness and luxuriating on the private deck, with Bette Davis, Mary Pickford, Judy Garland, Park, a seemingly endless array of the sound of cool ocean breezes and Rudolph Valentino, Charlie Chaplin and connecting hiking trails which had to rolling waves in the background, already Mickey Rooney maintaining homes in offer awesome coastal views. Somewhere echoing the Nishimoto’s sentiment. town. in the canyon were the remnants of the Later we remembered there was an Laguna was transformed into an old Timothy Leary Mystic Arts compound. important appointment on our schedule arts community when painter Norman I made a note that we should check it out, – a painting class at the home of the St. Clair set his eyes on this stunning but then decided that that part of my life Sawdust Art Festival. The intimate class landscape. He was so taken by the beauty should stay in the 60s. was conducted by John Eagle, a former of the area that he spread the word Soon, we passed the Pageant of the stockbroker who became a full-time to his artist colleagues. Today Laguna Masters and Sawdust Festival sites and painter in his mid-fifties. Nationally boasts over 100 galleries, the Laguna Art then arrived at the tree-lined streets known for his colorful paintings of Museum, Sawdust Festival, Art Walk and of the Downtown Village, complete the natural Laguna Canyon and beach the Pageant of the Masters, a once-in-a- with aforementioned galleries, quaint settings, Mr. Eagle is listed in “Who’s Who lifetime re-creation of paintings, staged boutiques, restaurants, palatial resorts, in American Art.” using real people. The city fathers have intimate bed and breakfasts and seaside After a few brush strokes, it became established several measures that ensure cottages. Then we saw it – the Pacific clear I was not destined to be another slow growth and preservation of Laguna’s Ocean. Paradise found. We couldn’t wait Monet, but John was patient with me and terrestrial and marine environments. to explore the 20 coves and pristine I found the experience both insightful beaches, stretching 9.1 square miles. Yes, and, above all, relaxing.

On to Laguna we could spend some serious time here.

After a week of reading, beachcombing, My wife and I piled into our car at 9 a.m.

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Dining New Menu, Refreshed Food

Chef Dushyant Singh and staff call for a revamp of Blue Hound Kitchen

BY TAYLOR O’CONNOR Walking into Blue Hound Kitchen, guests are greeted with dark wood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows and dim lighting, setting the cozy-yet-glamorous mood.

Still, executive chef Dushyant Singh says it was time to “recenter” Blue Hound Kitchen by overhauling the dinner menu.

He’s taking a look at the lunch and dessert offerings as well.

“Blue Hound has been open for six years,” he says. “It was time to refresh and refocus ourselves. The chefs were excited to make a change and try something new.”

The entire team had a hand in the project; everyone brainstormed and then tasted the food together. They applied the menu changes to a specials list to see how guests enjoyed them.

Blue Hound’s dinner menu has classic dishes with a twist.

“I bring a different approach to food than the previous chefs, but at the same time, I’m keeping up the same philosophies and giving the guests what they want,” he says. “I want to make Blue Hound a go-to spot, not a special occasion place. It’s something to crave, rather than something extravagant.”

Among the new items is tuna crudo, a ceviche-style dish, with a twist of Asian flavors that makes the tuna pop ($16). The crispness and sweetness of watermelon is something not usually expected with tuna, but it works. To amplify the tuna even more, cilantro was sprinkled on top.

A dinner highlight is braised lamb osso bucco, which was tender and easy to cut ($12). With porcini cherry demi, roasted root vegetables and gremolata, the dish was tender and juicy. The lamb’s powerful flavor was addictive. With the osso bucco were grits cooked to the perfect degree.

Charred broccoli steaks ($8) were reminiscent of summer barbecues. It had a smoky taste, but it wasn’t overpowering.

A culinary veteran of more than 16 years, Singh was born and raised in New Delhi, India, and has garnered experience and recognition from a slew of notable establishments across the country including the Paris Las Vegas Hotel, the La Quinta Hotel & Spa in Southern California and The Westin Chicago River North.

His talents brought him to Arizona where he enhanced his skills at some of the Valley’s most well-respected restaurants including Kai at Sheraton Wild

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‘Iconic’ Return

Scottsdale Culinary Festival is about more than food

BY KRISTINE CANNON The buzz generated around Scottsdale Culinary Festival’s 40-year anniversary last year was infectious.

So, can the Scottsdale League for the Arts (SLA), a nonprofit organization that organizes the Scottsdale Culinary Festival every year, possibly top the success of last year’s event at this year’s festival, slated to take place on Saturday, April 13, and Sunday, April 14, at the Scottsdale Civic Center?

The short answer from SLA President Glenn Azzari is a confident “yes.”

“It’s become an iconic Scottsdale event,” he says. “Everybody wants to go there, they want to be seen there, and everyone loves to see their favorite restaurants showcased at the festival.”

It’s a word used to describe the annual culinary event often by Azzari – “iconic” – and he isn’t wrong.

The Scottsdale Culinary Festival started in 1978 when the SLA, which supports and raises funds for the arts and arts education programs, was formed.

It remains one of the largest culinary festivals in the nation.

“It was started 41 years ago by a group of gentlemen who were just trying to create a fundraiser to help capital improvements for the [Scottsdale] Center for the Performing Arts,” Azzari says. “It just kind of caught on from there, and it grew and grew and grew into what it is today.”

In addition to the Scottsdale Culinary Festival, SLA hosts other food-centric events: the Brunch Club, Cooks + Corks, the Four Peaks Burger Battle and the Cock-

tail Society.

One-hundred percent of net event proceeds from these events go directly to nonprofit arts organizations throughout Maricopa County.

Since year one, the festival that attracts nearly 30,000 attendees has donated $5 million to the arts.

The Scottsdale Culinary Festival, specifically, The Scottsdale Culinary Festival is not just about food. Bands like The Black Moods of Tempe and Berlin are slated to fill the air accounts for about 60 to with music. (Special to LLAF) 70 percent of the money nary Festival has never dipped below 300 41 years of the festival. raised each year by SLA. “Because of what we have going on volunteers and has had as many as 500.

“Last year, we raised just over $100,000 “From a management and logistics with the construction, we’ve had to create for our grant program,” Azzari says.

Twenty-four organizations benefited some interesting activations in areas with- standpoint, it’s a massive job by itself, and from last year’s net proceeds; 2018 grant in the Civic Center to get around that,” we have a whole team that deals with our recipients included Ballet Arizona, East Azzari says. “There are two bridges that al- volunteers,” he explains.

That said, “We’re always looking for Valley Children’s Theatre, Frank Lloyd low you to get past the construction area, but those bridges are going to be covered great volunteers to help with the festival Wright Foundation and Heard Museum. with all our events,” he adds.

This year’s Scottsdale Culinary festival with posters.”

SLA’s long-term vision for the ScottsConstruction on the Drinkwater Bridge will feature the staples attendees have dale Culinary Festival involves continuing grown to know and love over the decades, and Underpass started this past winter.

“We’re trying to make the best of that,” to raise the bar in terms of entertainment, including three stages of live music from the quality of participating restaurants more than 20 bands with Orange County, he adds. and attendance.

But let’s talk about the food.

California-based, new wave band Berlin In fact, SLA’s three-year goal is to grow Two mainstays of the festival include headlining on Saturday, with The Black the event by 6,000 to 8,000 attendees.

Moods opening; the Four Peaks beer gar- Roka Akor and Sushi Roku.

“It’s distinctly possible we definitely can “Roka Akor is what is one our diehards. den, a wine garden and spirits lounge; two days of culinary demonstrations; a VIP area They’re always, always packed,” Azzari raise the overall attendance,” Azzari says, and – the real stars of the show – around says. “But those are two that have been adding he hopes to make the festival a recoming to the festival for quite a few gional event, not just a state event.

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“We’re trying to take it to a new level New to the Scottsdale Culinary Festival years.”

Also on the lineup are Aioli’s Gourmet when it comes to people coming from is an arts section featuring posters from all Burgers, Four Peaks, Pokitrition, Honey California, from Nevada, from Utah and Bear’s BBQ, Social Hall and The Crepe Club. Colorado, from New Mexico and bringNailing down the food lineup each year ing the entire region,” he says. “And when is difficult for SLA, as it strives to maintain something like that happens, everybody a balance of established, popular restau- benefits: obviously our charity benefits, rants and up-and-comers to the culinary city of Scottsdale benefits and everybody, in general; it’s a win-win situation.” scene.

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Terri Nunn: Fulfilled

Berlin’s singer is begging to be part of ‘Top Gun’ sequel

BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI Berlin singer Terri Nunn has everything she wants at age 57.

She has two of her founding members—bassist John Crawford and keyboardist David Diamond—are back in the fold, and together, they’re recording new music.

One thing she really wants, though, is another turn at “Top Gun,” as Berlin and Giorgio Moroder scored their biggest hit, “Take My Breath Away,” for the film’s first incarnation.

“We’re begging them,” Nunn says with a laugh. “I would love to do another song with Giorgio. He’s back on the scene as a hot DJ. I just love him. We stayed friends over the years. He’s a great, wonderful man and a great talent.”

Nunn says the Moroder-penned “Take My Breath Away” still resonates and it’s “amazing.”

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Nunn describes Moroder’s original version as “robotic, not romantic.” She dared to change the melody and elongate it to make it “flowy.”

“I just sang it as I wanted to sing it and it sounded good,” she says. “It was a fluke and I got the job.”

These days, Berlin is recording new music. Crawford’s return was miraculous, Nunn says.

“A couple years ago, he came back into my life,” Nunn says. “He was getting a divorce and he needed a friend. As someone who’s been through it—I’ve been through it once—I know he needed a shoulder to cry on. That’s what brought us together.

“The creativity started to spark, the music flowed, and we got a record deal.

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What’s Cooking?

Ham and Egg Brunch Cups

BY JAN D’ATRI They’re easy enough for kids to make and yet elegant enough to serve at your next fancy brunch. They’re called ham and egg brunch cups, but you can also make them with sliced turkey or salmon. I love this recipe because it’s so simple and looks gorgeous on a plate. I’ve included a fantastic recipe for crispy hash browns and a simple way to “fancy up” store-bought refrigerated cinnamon rolls. These delicious brunch cups are my new favorite way to say good morning.

Ham and Egg Brunch Cups (Serves 4) Ingredients:

4 slices deli-style ham, turkey or smoked salmon 4 large eggs 4 teaspoons milk or cream 4 tablespoons shredded or sliced cheese Salt and pepper to taste Herbs like thyme or chives for garnish

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray cupcake tin or ramekins with nonstick cooking spray or grease with butter. Line each cup with a piece of ham, turkey, or several pieces of smoked salmon. Ham, turkey or salmon should cover the bottom and sides of the cup. Break an egg into each cup.

Pour 1 teaspoon of milk or cream on top of each egg. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Bake for about 12 minutes or until egg whites are opaque and eggs are done.

Remove egg cups from oven. Sprinkle with tablespoon of shredded cheese or a piece of sliced cheese. Garnish with herbs. Serve immediately.

Cinnamon Roll Pull-a-Parts

Here’s a great way to fancy up refrigerated cinnamon rolls. Remove the dough from one canister of Pillsbury cinnamon rolls.

On a cutting board, gently push the slices together and with your hands, roll them into one continuous log until there are no visible seams in the dough. With scissors, snip the top part of dough to about three quarters of the way down. Arrange the cut sections so that each section leans on opposite or alternating sides. Spread the pieces apart, alternating sides. When rolls are done, drizzle with icing and serve.

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Crispy on the Outside Hash Browns (Serves 4) (The secret to these perfectly crispy hash browns is letting them cook without disturbing them! I know the tendency is to keep flipping, but don’t! Trust me!)

Ingredients:

1 large russet potato, peeled and shredded 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided Salt & pepper to taste

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Roll shredded potato up several paper towels and squeeze tightly to draw out the moisture. Repeat with fresh paper towels if needed.

Place shredded potato in a bowl. Toss with salt & pepper.

Preheat a large fry pan (preferably nonstick) to medium-high.

Place oil in the hot pan and swirl around.

Make four patties of potatoes and place in hot skillet, patting them slightly to flatten.

Reduce heat to medium-low and cook undisturbed and uncovered for 15 minutes.

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If life changes and it’s imperative to regroup, resist dwelling on the past which is counterproductive. There is no point in seeking a responsible party for what you may be facing now. No one is really interested in hearing about how it was done in the old days if it means you are complaining while resisting change.

Reflecting on mistakes of the past are helpful if you regard them as life lessons.

If you reflect back and make that same mistake again look into patterns that fall into self-sabotage and uncover your motive.

Don’t Give Up

Examine the tradeoff between risk and reward. If this is a decision made by more than one person, it may be best to err on the side of the most conservative, least risky option.

Persistence is key in all phases of life.

Growth is impossible without a few small setbacks. Whether it’s a new position you are seeking or romance round two, remember don’t give up and sometimes you have to kiss a lot of frogs to find your Prince Charming.

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Don’t Keep Score

It is inevitable that as we become more dependent on care from adult children that a role reversal may develop. Stand your ground with demands on your time, unexpected requests for financial assistance, etc. It is not selfish if you think, I already raised my children. I did not sign up for this.

The world owes us nothing. Life is not fair and don’t try to figure out how to balance the scales.

Calculate Risk

Sports provide a great analogy for adapting to change. Focus on the strength of your transition game. What keeps you mentally strong? What takes you from the back court to the net? From defense to offense? It is life changing to recognize the potential of “in between places.” Don’t flee from the cloud of the unknown or stand parlay Embrace the Change And for all you Baby Boomers and fans of British rock, in the very wise words of the late great David Bowie: “Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes Turn and face the strange Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes.”

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Hospice Is Hope

Learning to face your mortality

BY LIN SUE COONEY April 16 is not just another day on your calendar. This year, it also happens to be National Healthcare Decisions Day. A day when people in all 50 states are encouraged to do some end of life planning.

Before you stop reading, just let this sink in: none of us knows how much time we have.

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“Tell them, we have done this amazing thing. We have made out our advanced directives and we want to share it with you, so you know what we want. Rather than be frightened by it—celebrate it maybe. It might help families understand a little bit better.”

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The juice itself is not toxic, but you should be careful taking medicine with any grapefruit.

Grapefruit juice can raise the level of some medications in the blood. The effect of grapefruit was discovered after using juice to mask the taste of a medicine. So, be sure to ask your doctor or pharmacist if it is safe to have grapefruit with your medications.

Taking medicine can be hazardous to your health. You have to know what you’re doing.

For example, calcium-rich dairy products or certain antacids can prevent antibiotics from being properly absorbed into the bloodstream. Ginkgo biloba can reduce the effectiveness of blood-thinning medications and raise the risk for serious complications such as stroke.

You should educate yourself so you know what active ingredients are in the prescription and over-the-counter medicines you are taking.

Some people treat over-the-counter pain relievers as if they are harmless.

They can hurt you if you take them improperly. They contain drugs such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen, naproxen sodium and aspirin. Acetaminophen is in Tylenol. Ibuprofen is in Advil. Naproxen sodium is in Aleve.

Many prescription or over-the-counter medicines that treat multiple symptoms, such as cold and flu medications, also include acetaminophen and the other pain-relieving ingredients. So you have to be careful not to take too much of any one ingredient by ingesting more than one medication that contains that ingredient.

Seniors take more medicines than any other age group because they have more health problems. Taking several

drugs a day presents dangers.

Here are some more tips to avoid these hazards: Always inform your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines you are already taking, including herbal products and over-the-counter medications.

Tell your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist about past problems you have had with medicines, such as rashes, indigestion or dizziness.

Don’t mix alcohol and medicine unless your doctor or pharmacist says it’s OK. Some medicines may not work well or may make you sick if you take them with alcohol.

The best advice is this: Don’t be afraid to throw a lot of questions about your medicines at your doctor, nurse or pharmacist. Here are some good ones: When should I take it? As needed, or on a schedule? Before, with or between meals? At bedtime?

How often should I take it?

How long will I have to take it?

How will I feel once I start taking this medicine?

How will I know if this medicine is working?

If I forget to take it, what should I do?

What side effects might I expect?

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Can this medicine interact with other prescription and over-the-counter medicines—including herbal and dietary supplements—that I am taking now?

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