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Officers replace stolen bike

When Spanish-speaking Chandler woman loses transportation, police lend a hand When she answered Arias’ knock on her door, she was shocked, then jumped up and down, he said. “She loves it. She likes the old classic bicycles.” Molina said through a translator, Sgt. Daniel Mejia, that she’s always respected officers. “Patrol officer Arias is a noble officer,” she said.

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Rosa Maria Molina’s story was one that moved patrol officer George Arias. The Spanish-speaking Chandler resident rode her bike to a store near Arizona Avenue and Ray Road in search of folders—and her only method of transportation was stolen after only 5 minutes at the shop. The bike was close to the entrance, but it was not locked. Molina notified a cashier, who contacted police. Arias said the call wasn’t in his district, but because he speaks Spanish, he responded. Arias not only investigated the crime by examining surveillance footage, but he obtained a bike donated by another officer, fixed it up and delivered it to Molina three days later. That, in turn, inspired Molina to help others with similar acts of kindness. Stolen in plain sight Molina was “very distraught and upset” when she realized her bike was gone, Arias said. The surveillance footage revealed very few clues because the camera was angled so the entire bike couldn’t be seen. Patrol officers were notified of the theft, but the bike could not be located. Arias returned to the station later that morning and spoke with his supervisor, Sgt. Jim Bruggeman, and his patrol team about helping Molina. “Everyone was eager to help out,” Arias said. Molina liked the classic-style bicycles. An officer who wished to remain anonymous donated a classic Beach Cruiser to Arias.

Rosa Maria Molina discusses the recent theft of her bicycle and how Chandler Police Officer George Arias gave her a bike donated from a co-worker who wished to remain anonymous.

“We were able to fix it up, make it ‘ride-worthy,’ and delivered it to her a couple of days later,” Arias said.

Retired firefighter’s respite stay brightens when fire officials visit BY SRIANTHI PERERA

Chandler Fire, Health & Medical personnel responds quickly to emergencies. They are also available when a community member needs a little camaraderie. Recently, Jim Keskey, a retired firefighter from Sacramento, California, was in a respite-care program in the senior-living community of Solterra in South Chandler. Keskey, who now lives in the Southeast Valley, suffers from lung damage as a result of previous exposure to fires, and needs aroundthe-clock nursing care. He had agreed to stay at Solterra so that his wife could attend a wedding out of town. Solterra’s respite-care program, available in its independent living, assisted living and memory care

categories, enables a caregiver to take a brief hiatus from caring for someone. “We sensed that he was not happy with the decision to separate from his wife and thought that maybe a great way to integrate him on a short stay would be to get his brothers from the fire department over, and that’s what we did,” said Greg Corns, Solterra’s executive director. Capt. Johnny Rosales of Chandler Fire Station 8 and team members Engineer Dan Glenn and Firefighter Joseph Wirth spent nearly an hour with Keskey and swapped stories from their careers. “He had a great conversation; he was extremely happy,” said Corns, who sent a letter of appreciation to Chandler Mayor Jay Tibshraeny to acknowledge see KESKEYpage 4

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Bike is found In an odd twist to the story, two days after the replacement bike was delivered, the original one was located by Molina’s husband. He saw someone riding it on the street and followed that person onto a Mesabound bus. “He confronted them, and they tried to extort money from him,” Arias said. He would not back down from his demand that the suspect return the bike, so the person did. Police only learned of that incident several days later, but no arrests were made. Now Molina has two bikes, which she says she now locks at stores. According to Molina’s friend, Connie Fonseca, her Bible study group prayed that week and read about “how Jesus rescues us from sin.” Gifts from others are forms of rescue from Jesus, she added. That group met the day the replacement bike was delivered, Fonseca said. Molina wants to help someone else and donate one of the bikes. “For someone in need, I would like to pay it forward,” Molina said. see BIKE page 4

Chandler and Gilbert adopt grassroots approach to tackle abuse of prescription drugs BY SRIANTHI PERERA

Chandler and Gilbert have a new force to counter prescription drug misuse. Facing common issues, representatives from the two cities have formed the Chandler-Gilbert Substance Abuse Task Force to address the opioid medication and other drug dependency issues prevalent in epidemic proportions in the area. In a 2014 survey of 12th graders in Maricopa County by the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission, 15% of the kids admitted to using prescription pain medications. In the same year, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 1,211 overdoses statewide, while across the country, more than 1,700 young adults died from RX overdose, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse.

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Steven R. Brown has run the Renaissance Recovery Center in Gilbert for 15 years and receives about 10 to 15 telephone calls each week from people struggling with addiction to prescription drugs, while half to twothirds of those he treats are hurting from the same issue. “Over the years, I have seen a dramatic increase in the number of people struggling with painkiller addiction,” he said. “It’s fairly a common pattern for people to start using prescription opioids and become highly dependent and they will graduate to other substances.” In Chandler and Gilbert, grassroots initiatives to fight drug abuse are nothing new.

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Rosa Maria Molina displays her new bike. BIKE from page 1

Arias wanted to help Molina because it was “in his heart” to do so. He also wants the public to know that officers are human, too.

“The public perceives police officers like they are robots that investigate crimes and traffic accidents, and send people to jail,” Arias said.

the responsiveness of the team and “to publicly thank them for their kindness in giving a fellow ‘brother’ a gift that money could never buy.” Rosales said that the meeting between career firefighters struck a chord. “We have a unique fondness for firefighters,” he said. “Even though we don’t know Jim, he took us back to the job, talking about things that happened in his job in Sacramento.” Keskey, now in his early 80s, fought fires during the decades between 1960 and 1980, when the safety and health of firefighters were not as closely monitored as it is now. “They didn’t have breathing apparatus to protect their lungs, so he was exposed to a lot of smoke during his career,” said Val H. Gale, assistant chief, Health, Medical & Public Relations. Gale said that self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBAs) are now the norm. They help protect the lungs and allow firefighters to work for a longer period of time. Even when firefighters are back in the site after the fire is extinguished, and are working on salvage and overhaul— saving whatever goods are salvageable and making sure the fire is completely extinguished—they are required to wear the breathing apparatus. “There’s still constant exposure and we’re still trying to minimize it as much as possible. The cancer rates for firefighters are still extremely high after retirement,” he said. Rosales said that there is much

Retired Sacramento firefighter Jim Keskey meets, from left, Capt. Johnny Rosales of Chandler Fire Department Station No. 8, Engineer Dan Glenn and Firefighter Joseph Wirth.

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Chandler Coalition on Youth Substance Abuse, called CCYSA, has been focusing on prescription drug use for more than six years. Following on the heels of a successful initiative of the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission, the nonprofit began its own RX360 Initiative in October last year. Gilbert Mayor John Lewis spearheaded a Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse Task Force a few months ago, with a focus on education. Ted Huntington, CCYSA’s community programs coordinator, said that it’s time to “break down the silos.” “We’re a group of people coming in and focusing on a vision,” he said. “Each individual is playing their part in the community to bring change in the most effective way.” The new initiative has a five sector approach: health care providers, pharmacists/dispensers, law enforcement, education/prevention and rehabilitation collaborate to provide a unified solution. The biggest problems are the quantity and frequency in which addictive painkillers are prescribed by the medical profession. Dr. Sandy Indermuhle, ER director at Dignity Health, which runs Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbert medical centers, has incorporated measures to reduce the amounts of medication being prescribed at the hospitals. Rather than issuing consecutive prescriptions for pain medication, she has directed physicians to refer the patients to a pain management specialist. “We really want one person in control of their pain medication rather than different physicians,” she said. “This policy has been

Community at the hospital for a while; I’m just trying to encourage my physicians to use that as well when they see someone with a chronic pain complaint.” Instructions on how to safely store and dispose leftover medications are provided to those who receive controlled substances upon discharge from the hospital, in particular if there are children in the home. Police departments of both cities provide drug disposal bins that are accessible 24 hours a day. Also, Indermuhle has reminded physicians to use the Arizona Board of Pharmacy’s Prescription Drug Monitoring Program, which enables doctors and pharmacists to check a patient’s prescription history and intervene with those who are abusing medications. Indremuhle concedes that individuals will still find illegal ways to obtain their drugs. “But if we can cut down on the amount that we are writing and making available, I think that would help a lot,” she said. Dr. James Bogash of LifeCare Chiropractic in Mesa, considers his profession “the antithesis” of prescription drug abuse. “We don’t prescribe medications. Our goal is to provide people with other options. I’ve had patients go and get a prescription for OxyContin for something that we were able to get rid of in 20 minutes,” he said. “If that patient would have come to us first, they wouldn’t have needed the OxyContin in the first place.” Bogash is working to be on the front end of treatment. “If we can educate people about what to do on the front end, they would never be exposed to

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Stephanie Siete, director of community education at Community Bridges Inc. in Mesa and a member of the Chandler-Gilbert Substance Abuse Task Force, speaks at the unveiling of Arizona’s first sharps/ syringe disposal kiosk at the Gilbert Police Department’s lobby. Police departments of Chandler and Gilbert provide drug disposal bins that are accessible 24 hours a day. To find a location close to you, visit acpa.net and click on “Got Drugs.”

them at all,” he said. Liz Beck, on the other hand, helps in the back end of the epidemic. Redeemed 2 Repeat, the nonprofit she set up in Gilbert, works to provide transition to addicts who have completed a treatment program and are uncertain as to the next step in their lives. Beck said that people work on leading normal lives when they are on rehabilitation. “With the way that life functions, it’s very overwhelming,” she said. “If people don’t have other people in their life that’s helping them, their instinct is to just go back into a life of addiction because that’s

what they know.” Redeemed 2 Repeat operates without a residential facility, but organizes a weekly support group meeting at Sovereign Grace Church in Gilbert. At a given time, the nonprofit works with about 35 individuals. “What we bring to the taskforce is a connection to the local church,” Beck said. “All we’re trying to figure out is how we can get the church more involved with the issue of addiction.” Education is another key component of the taskforce’s efforts. see DRUG ABUSE page 6

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Huntington’s five-point strategic plan proposes to increase public awareness and patient education about prescription drug misuse and abuse. To that end, he has compiled presentations on various topics that could be delivered in person to organizations and also compiled issue briefs that are available for distribution. Some of their efforts are subtler. In the fall, CCYSA is organizing a competition entitled “Silent Killer” for high school students to create a public service announcement on preventing substance abuse. “The great benefit of that is getting the teens more involved, and chances are, to think about it and to share with their families and use it as a talking point,” said Melissa Kowalski, chief programs officer. Although the two municipalities’ partnership is in its early stages and, as it evolves, the results may differ from expectations, participants nurture hopes of positive results. “Partnerships are always a bridge,” Lewis said. “At this point, it’s more we see an open door to information, to resources and to expertise that will help our Gilbert community and we are grateful for it.” Brown, who is a former addict, said that he is impressed at the current level of care and concern exhibited by the public safety personnel, the school system and the municipalities, in terms of crisis intervention and then providing appropriate referrals. “I’ve seen an ever-increasing number of resources and energy being put to addressing these very serious public health issues,” he said.

Brown expects the partnership will lead to more afflicted individuals being identified. “They may be able to reach out sooner and they will be able to seek out the appropriate resources much more quickly through the system and not have to go through some of the frustrations that they’ve had to in the past,” he said. The one variable, though, is a person’s motivation to seek help, he said. Huntington said that a major challenge for the task force is how to reduce the stigma attached to drug dependency. “A lot of families and individuals avoid reaching out to get help. Fighting past that is a challenge,” he said. Jon McHatton, who heads the Gilbert taskforce with a focus on mental health issues, said that education and awareness go hand-in-hand with removing the stigma. “Once it’s removed, then you have community buy-in,” he said, “and once you have that, you seek out a solution.” Connected event Valley Hope of Chandler presents “Voices of Hope: Our Families, Our Community, Our Stories: A National Recovery Month Event” starting at its premises at 501 N. Washington St. at 7 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 24. Participants will walk to the Chandler Center for the Arts at 250 N. Arizona Ave. After the walk, the Chandler Center for the Arts will host “Focusing on Understanding and Hope,” organized by the Chandler Police Department. Both gatherings will focus on the recovery aspect of substance use and mental health disorders with the message that hope is possible.

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Automobile accidents on the rise BY LAUREN ISACKSEN

The number of automobile crashes in Arizona increased by 15% in 2015, resulting in $2.9 billion in economic loss as well as hundreds of lives, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation’s annual report. ADOT found that there were 116,609 collisions, with 811 of those being fatal. A majority of these were rear-end collisions a result of people driving too fast, said Gilbert police officer Scott Zuberbuehler. He also noted that distracted driving contributes to crashes. “Any alert motorist can see the number of people on the roadways who are on their cellphones,” Zuberbuehler said. “Distracted driving, whether it is as the result of alcohol or texting, is dangerous and often deadly.” Gilbert patrol officers are working on increasing traffic stops by 20% in hopes to reduce distracted driving. This movement comes two years after Chandler police officer Bryant Holmes was killed on his way to work by a distracted driver. Last year a public safety campaign carried the message, “Speed Down, Eyes Up, Drive Safely.” The campaign was a success and Gilbert police plan to repeat it this summer. “A ticket or a stop can often turn into a good teaching lesson,” he said.

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Arizona is one of the 11 states that does not have a ban on texting while driving. Fellow Gilbert officer Cody McClure speculated that seniors may cause more collisions than texters. “Often times they are paying less attention and reacting slower,” Cody McClure said. He continued that drivers of all ages should be mindful on the road and suggested that people “voluntarily police themselves” and remain accountable for the actions that they make behind the wheel. Gilbert, named the second safest city in the nation, wants to live up to that standard. Gilbert officer Shanae Christman spoke of some of the ways drivers can stay more alert. “Distractions can wait,” Christman said. “If you need to send a text message, pull over. I can’t tell you how many accidents I’ve been to where the driver rear-ended someone because they were on their phone.” Christman said that the police department works with local schools to visually show the dangers of distracted driving through mock emergencies. A recent one portrayed young adults at the scene of an accident caused by texting and driving. Events like those resonate with students, Christman said.

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A team representing the Chandler Police Department climbed Humphreys Peak near Flagstaff in late June as part of the nationwide Cops on Top Summit for Heroes program. The CPD organized the Arizona effort this year as teams of volunteers from the law enforcement, first responder and public service communities joined other Arizona public safety departments to climb Humphreys, the state’s highest point at 12,633 feet. The climbers honored the memories of those who have died

Chandler residents have saved $556,453 in four years through the city’s discount prescription drug card saving program. The program was launched as part of Mayor Jay Tibshraeny’s Health Connect initiative, designed to promote financial, physical and mental health to create a healthier community. The city partnered with Coast2Coast Rx to allow residents, regardless of income, age or health status, to participate and save on medication costs. Chandler does not incur any cost to

in the line of duty. The eight Chandler team members of first responders, police department employees and their families and members of the public, joined 172 members from 29 different law enforcement and first responder agencies in Arizona to honor officers who died on duty within the past year. Livi Kacic, Aaron Kimmel, Jessica Mikita, Kim O’Neil, Amanda Simington, John Somerville, Carol Speranza and Nicole Vasey represented the Chandler team.

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Chandler formally celebrates Sister Cities International Day Mayor Jay Tibshraeny has proclaimed July 15, 2016, the Sister Cities International Day as a way of celebrating Chandler’s relationship with Tullamore, Co. Offaly, Ireland. Sister Cities International Day commemorates 60 years since the organization was founded as an initiative by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956 at the White House Conference on Citizen Diplomacy. The organization spans more than 550 U.S. member cities, counties and states with relationships with over 2,100 communities in 145 countries, spanning six continents. This Sister City network unites tens of thousands of citizen diplomats and volunteers who work tirelessly to advance the organization’s

mission of promoting peace and mutual understanding through economic and sustainable development, youth and education, arts and culture, and humanitarian assistance. For further information about Chandler-Tullamore Sister Cities, contact Ellen Harrington at 480-600-8509, chan. to.tull@gmail.com or via the website, chandlerirish.org.

Arizona Sister Cities Conference brings representatives together Representatives from 11 Arizona cities met in Fountain Hills recently to share Sister Cities success stories during an annual conference. Participants enjoyed a Friday night reception on a Desert Belle cruise on a moonlit Saguaro Lake. Saturday dawned bright, beginning with breakfast then onto guest speakers and break-out sessions on membership, fundraising and student exchange discussions. Chandler-Tullamore Sister Cities had eight representatives at the conference. Arizona boasts a vibrant and active Sister Cities program with more than 50 active city-to-city relationships worldwide. “Arizona Sister City relationships span the globe from halfway around the world in Agra, India, to our nextdoor neighbor of Nogales, Mexico,” said Milt Laflen, president of Arizona Sister Cities.

“Arizona has six active Irish relationships, and seven relationships in Sonora, Mexico. Additionally, there are five German relationships, an equal number in China, plus many others. Phoenix and Tempe have the largest programs with each having 10 or more sister cities. Trust, respect and friendship are foundational characteristics for Arizona Sister City relationships.” Sierra Vista Sister Cities will host the 2017 AZSC Conference. Fountain Hills invited participants to the 2016 conference. For more information on Arizona Sister Cities, contact Milt Laflen at 480-540-8895 or miltlaflen@gmail.com; website www.arizonasistercities.com. For further information on ChandlerTullamore Sister Cities, contact Ellen Harrington at 480-600-8509 or chan.to.tull@gmail.com; website chandlerirish.org.

Profile of Arizona Sister Cities by Country/Region Country Int'l City Arizona City Status Country

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predominantly in downtown Chandler, but we do see gang graffiti everywhere. Just because our gang problem is in downtown Chandler doesn’t mean we don’t have gang members in nicer areas.” The problem for Kelley and the rest of the police department is that stopping graffiti is extremely difficult. Taggers are easily spooked and can escape quickly. “Anybody doing graffiti is difficult to catch,” Kelley said. “They see a car coming and immediately put their markers away and walk away. We have to be able to catch them in the act in order to prosecute.”

Salvador Rodriguez, Grafitti Tech with the City of Chandler, eradicates some grafitti along the railroad tracks in central Chandler, AZ. July 8, 2016

Chandler purchases special van to erase city’s graffiti problem BY ERIC SMITH

Chandler is adopting a new tool in its battle against urban blight and one of its chief culprits: graffiti. On June 23, the City Council approved the purchase of a van equipped with anti-graffiti tools, including power washers, a steamer and multiple paint sprayers, for $92,437. “It’s going to be more practical for what I’m doing,” said Sal Rodriguez, the city’s graffiti abatement technician. “Working with

newer equipment always makes it easier.” Rodriguez typically battles two types of graffiti. One is tagging, which can be more artistic and sporadic. The other is more insidious: gang-related graffiti that is typically used to mark territory or send signals to opposing gangs. “Graffiti is pretty much a problem throughout the Valley,” said Detective R. Kelley of the Chandler Police Department’s gang unit, which deals with all graffiti incidents. “We see a lot of that

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When the graffiti go up, it falls to Rodriguez, whose been doing the job for three years, to take it down. His job will be that much easier when the new van arrives in a couple of months. Kelley equates the graffiti cleanup to what is called the “broken window theory.” If one broken window in a neighborhood isn’t fixed, more broken windows tend to appear. c “Obviously it’s unsightly, and a lot of times (the graffiti) is derogatory,” he said. “You fix the problems in the neighborhood, and the neighborhood stays nice.”

Sojourner Center official to speak to Sun Lakes Democratic Club The Sun Lakes Democratic Club will welcome Teri Hauser of the Sojourner Center during its 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8, meeting in the Navajo Room at Sun Lakes Country Club, 25601 Sun Lakes Blvd. Hauser is the chief advancement officer for the Sojourner Center, which provides shelter and support to women and children affected by domestic violence and collaborates with the global community on education, research and advocacy to end domestic violence. The minimum wage and marijuana initiatives that will appear on the November ballot will also be discussed. Several candidates for state, county and federal offices will also speak. At all club meetings, nonperishable

food items are collected for the Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank. Collections take place on meeting nights in the west parking lot from 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. There is also a collection box at the north entrance of the Sun Lakes Sunset Grill lobby. In 2015 the total amount collected for Matthew’s Crossing was 2,310.5 lbs. of food and $686. With the amount collected in June (242 lbs. of food and $16) the totals so far for 2016 are 1,988 lbs. of food and $161. Everyone is welcome at Sun Lakes Democratic Club meetings, which are always on the second Monday of each month. Refreshments are served. For more information, call Tom Amrhein 480-895-1162.

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A 29-year-old California man was sentenced to 196 years in prison for his role in a sex trafficking ring. Leon Daniels was arrested in Mesa in January 2015 during an undercover sex trafficking operation in conjunction with the Greater Phoenix Human Trafficking Task Force at a Mesa hotel. Its purpose was to identify pimps and their prostitutes who had recently arrived in the Valley for Super Bowl XLIX. Investigators learned Daniels had transported three females to the Valley from California for the sole purpose of prostituting them during the Super Bowl weekend. One of the females

Downtown Chandler’s Third Friday Art Walk returns—indoors—at TechShop Chandler from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19. Attendees of this free event can find food trucks, live music, popsicles, air conditioning and artwork created by local artisans. The location of the event, TechShop Chandler, is best described as a makerspace. Specialized equipment fills the space, ranging from sewing to welding machinery. Members of TechShop include everyone from entrepreneurs, local crafters and ASU students. “It’s the perfect space for the art walks, because, not only, is it indoors and air conditioned to escape the August heat, but it also is brimming with possibilities and creativity,” said Beth Fiorenza, executive director of Downtown Chandler Community Partnership. Guests can expect to find various mediums of artwork for sale; ranging from woodworking, painting, photography, jewelry and more. “We’re unique compared to many art walks in the valley as several of our artists feature items that can be purchased for $50 or less,” said Karli Ragan, marketing and events manager of Downtown Chandler Community Partnership. The event will host two food trucks offering food items for purchase, and

was a juvenile. At the time of his arrest, Daniels was on probation for felony offenses out of California. In May, Daniels was convicted of sex trafficking.

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downtown Chandler merchant Paleta’s Betty will be bringing its cart to purchase an icy treat. In addition, live music will be provided by local talent, Courtney Cotter King. This family-friendly event is produced by Downtown Chandler Community Partnership. Park at the garage next to Chandler City Hall and the TechShop Chandler lot. The Downtown Chandler Community Partnership (DCCP) is a 501(c)(6) not-forprofit corporation whose mission is to mobilize leadership and resources to advance the development of Downtown Chandler as a regional destination for shopping, dining, living, culture, and the arts. For more information, visit downtownchandler.org.

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Community Partnership conducts food drive for community center The Downtown Chandler Community Partnership in continuing its Downtown Chandler Food Drive in July to benefit the Chandler Christian Community Center. Organizers hope to provide another reason beyond the personal satisfaction donors receive for giving to the drive—and that is a chance to win a prize. “We’re wanting to make the act of giving a little more fun, so we included giving two items to the drive as a task in our Downtown Chandler Summer Bingo Game,” said Karli Ragan, the partnership’s marketing and events manager. “The game is a chance to have fun and stay cool. If you turn in a completed bingo card with proof, you will be entered in a chance to win a prize.” Beth Fiorenza, the partnership’s executive director, said families are in need in the community. “We’re wanting to make a difference in their lives, especially when food supplies are low. We need the public’s help.” Organizers are asking for easilyprepared, nonperishable items, such as soups, pasta sauces, canned veggies, cereal and macaroni-and-cheese boxes. Diapers and baby food are needed, along with pop-top cans for the homeless. Items can be dropped off at the following downtown locations: • Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave. • Sibley’s West: The Chandler & Arizona Gift Shop, 72 S. San Marcos Pl.

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Donations can be dropped in this food drive box at Burst of Butterflies Art Studio, 141 W. Boston St. The studio welcomes kids to paint on the box when they visit, so it’s a “work in progress.”

•B urst of Butterflies Art Studio, 141 W. Boston St. •T echShop Chandler, 249 E. Chicago St. •D owntown Chandler Community Partnership, 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 330 chen-Gardner Construction, •A 550 S. 79th St. Items also can be donated at Chandler Christian Community Center, 345 S. California St. For information on the drive, visit downtownchandler.org.

Patients at Harvest, a medical marijuana company, helped raise money during the Tempe dispensary’s Four Twenty celebration to support patients and cancer research. Harvest recently donated funds to American Cancer Society, Bosom Buddies, Ryan House and Jules’ RSO Treatment. “Harvest’s mission is firmly grounded in a service model, and we are dedicated to supporting charitable organizations in the communities we serve, ” said Steve White, CEO of Harvest. Harvest officials also thanked patients for their help. Previous Harvest events have supported organizations that help individuals dealing with pediatric epilepsy, post-traumatic stress disorder and chronic pain. In addition, the company’s Tempe dispensary hosts support groups for pediatric epilepsy and chronic pain patients. Chandler residents save money using free prescription discount card Chandler residents have saved $556,453 in four years through the city’s discount

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prescription drug card saving program. The program was launched as part of Mayor Jay Tibshraeny’s Health Connect initiative, designed to promote financial, physical and mental health to create a healthier community. The city partnered with Coast2Coast Rx to allow residents, regardless of income, age, or health status, to participate and save on medication costs. Chandler does not incur any cost to participate in the program. The free prescription drug card can be printed online at coast2coastrx.com/ cities/az/chandler. Residents can use the card at pharmacy chains and most independent pharmacies in Chandler. The card gives customers an average discount of 65 percent off the retail price. No application or personal information is required. It also can help with dental, visual, hearing and pet prescriptions. For more information on the Mayor’s Health Connect initiative, visit chandleraz.gov/connect.

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9 new firefighters take oath, join Chandler Fire, Health & Medical Nine graduates of the 2016 Fire Academy took the oath of office and received official badges along with station and shift assignments at a ceremony recently at the Chandler Fire, Health & Medical Department. Chief Tom Dwiggins congratulated the graduates for completing the 12-week training academy and welcomed them to the department. He also praised friends and family members for supporting them throughout the application, testing, interviewing and training process. “More than 1,500 people applied and competed for these nine positions,” he said. Dwiggins then spoke to the new firefighters. “I expect great things from each of you. I want you to remember the name on the back of your shirt: Chandler. Everything you do not only represents the Chandler Fire, Health & Medical Department, but the entire City of Chandler workforce. “You are now a part of this city, expected to contribute to the community positively throughout your 25-plus year career.” After his remarks, Dwiggins presented the graduates with their official badges, which were pinned on by family members. After the pinning ceremony, City Magistrate Alicia Skupin administered the sworn oath to the class, dubbed the “Relentless 9,” who are Ladd Elwood, Scott Graves, Devin Howell, Robert Krauel, Brian Leuders, Joe Ricci, Nick Robertson, Daniel Rosales and Trent Tope. Battalion Chief Lance Trella supervised the academy and praised the nine graduates for their commitment and challenged them to continue in their professional development. “This is just

City Magistrate Alicia Skupin, left, administers the oath of office to graduates of the Chandler Fire, Health & Medical Department’s recruit class.

the start of your career,” he said. “You must push yourself to keep learning and getting better at your trade. The more information you have, the better your decisions will be.” CFHM Training Captains Casey Johnson and Mario Maldonado were the primary instructors for the academy, and Firefighters Jason Stowe and Josh Whitney served as mentors to the recruits. The academy was conducted at the Chandler Fire Training Academy, 3550 S. Dobson Rd. With these newest additions, the CFHM Department has 236 employees, 210 of those sworn, serving at 10 stations, the Training Center, a support services facility and the department’s headquarters in downtown Chandler.

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Pecan farming, drones among topics at Rotary meetings BY NORM NOBLE

The Rotary Club of Sun Lakes will host speakers in August who will discuss topics ranging from pecan farms to drones. On Tuesday, Aug. 2, Deborah Walden Ralls will discuss the world’s largest irrigated and vertically integrated pecan farm—the Green Valley Pecan Co. in Sahuarita. Prior to joining the family business, Ralls worked for Hyatt Regency Scottsdale at Gainey Ranch and taught second and sixth graders. Now, she works “where the land is luscious, the water plentiful, and the weather perfect to grow the perfect pecan,” she says. Elaine E. Ralls, CEO of Commit, will talk about “Staying Relevant in a Changing Marketplace” Tuesday, Aug. 9. Commit, an ad agency, helps approximately 50 brands grow nationwide and in several other countries. Ralls will discuss advertising effectiveness Dubbed a Serial Entrepreneur by AZ Business, she also reviews business and personal growth strategies with companies. Andrew Goldberg, a pilot for 20 years, will discuss drones and his experiences as a drone pilot in the Middle East Tuesday, Aug. 16. Goldberg has designed, built and flown many aircraft, including multi-rotors and flying wings. He flies aerobatic airplanes. He also enjoys aerial photography while

flying multi-rotor aircraft. Joel Coen, chief digital officer for Commit Agency, will discuss social media for seniors Tuesday, Aug. 23. Cohn creates online and social media experiences at Commit and engages digital consumers with sales automation tools. Coen has been honored with numerous awards for business growth acceleration strategies, including his recognition as Business Person of the Year by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Paul Pannozzo will present “Advances in Pain Management” Tuesday, Aug. 30. As a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist, he focuses on the evolving science of pain management. Pannozzo developed a treatment program for golfers. Pannozzo’s presentation will address the latest trends in pain management alternatives and share insights on living strong and healthy. The Rotary Club of Sun Lakes meets for breakfast every Tuesday at 6:30 a.m. in the Oakwood Country Club Ballroom. The meetings start at 7 a.m. and end at 8 a.m. Cost of breakfast is $12. Reservations can be made by calling Don Prestin at 480-802-0439. Sun Lakes residents who want to know more about these meetings can contact Charles Loew at 602-721-3680. SunBird residents can call Walt Mills at 480-883-8007.

4 candidates in the running for the position of director of Chandler Community Services Four candidates were scheduled to be interviewed for the Community Services director position to lead Chandler’s Park and Recreation divisions, following a national recruitment that resulted in 95 applications. A series of interviews were conducted on July 13 with the following candidates: • Kory Alfred, director of parks and recreation for the city of Madison, Alabama. He has 18 years of parks and recreation management experience and oversees operations, facilities, budgets and capital improvements for the Madison Parks and Recreation Department. • Christopher Nunes, director of Parks and Recreation for The Woodlands Township, Texas. He has 16 years of park and recreation management experience and oversees operations, facilities, budgets and capital improvements for The Woodlands Township Parks and Recreation Department.

• Nanette Smejkal, recreation and parks director for the city of Santa Rosa, California. She has more than 25 years of park and recreation management experience and oversees operations, facilities, budgets and capital improvements for the Santa Rosa Recreation and Parks Department. • Michael Svetz, senior project manager for PROS Consulting in Indianapolis. He has more than 20 years of parks and recreation management experience for cities in Arizona, Virginia and Ohio. In his role, he completes park and recreation management and planning projects for governments and nonprofit agencies. The community services director is responsible for 65 parks for regional, community, neighborhood and specialty uses, plus six recreation centers, six aquatic facilities and hundreds of aquatic, park and recreation programs.

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City seeks local companies interested in growing their export sales ExporTech, a nationally recognized program proven to help small- and mid-sized companies boost their exports, is coming to Chandler for the first time. The program, which begins Friday, Aug. 5, is delivered by the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) RevAZ Manufacturing Extension Partnership program, along with national partners. The City of Chandler Economic Development Division is co-sponsoring this Fall 2016 program. “The City of Chandler understands that international trade is a major driver of economic prosperity,” Mayor Jay Tibshraeny said. “Our goal for this training program is to accelerate local export growth by providing companies with access to the knowledge, services and expertise necessary to compete in the global marketplace.” Representatives from up to eight participating companies will attend three full-day sessions (Fridays Aug. 5, Sept. 9 and Oct. 14), where they will be exposed to Arizona export experts from diverse subject matter sectors, undergo practical training on key export topics and receive individualized export coaching. Between sessions, participants will work with a program-assigned export coach to conduct market research and refine their international strategies. The end result for each company is a customized and expert-reviewed

a profound transformation from selling only in the USA to now selling internationally, and it converts the reactive exporter into a strategic, proactive and intentional exporter,” said Kevin J. O’Shea, vice president of international trade at ACA. “ExporTech really opened my eyes to the vast international opportunities that exist,” said Jason Grove, chief operating officer at Pilgrim Screw, a Spring 2016 ExporTech graduate. “The people that I met were extremely knowledgeable and well known in their

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Chandler’s utility and public works operations achieve reaccreditation Chandler’s Municipal Utilities and Transportation & Development departments have been reaccredited by the American Public Works Association (APWA). “This accreditation is extremely difficult to achieve and recognizes the outstanding efforts of our dedicated employees,” Mayor Jay Tibshraeny said. “It demonstrates our commitment to being the best at what we do and doing it with the ultimate customer in mind -- the citizens of Chandler.” The APWA is the largest (28,500 members) and oldest organization of its kind in the world, with headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri, and 63 chapters located throughout North America. An APWA audit team visited Chandler June 7 to June 9 and compared the city’s practices against recommended practices identified by nationally recognized experts in the field of public works. Department employees spent the past 12 months performing internal assessments of their management and operational policies, practices and procedures in preparation for the audit. To achieve reaccreditation, Chandler had to show full or substantial compliance with 465 best management practices covering 31 different categories. Categories ranged from wastewater treatment and engineering design to street sweeping and pavement repair.

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Inspire Business Concepts hires Perry grad as marketing assistant Inspire Business Concepts has hired a marketing assistant to help with managing customer activities. Perry High School graduate Sydney Madsen has joined the Phoenix-based strategic marketing company to build client-facing processes to streamline workflows and improve outcomes. She also will be working with clients, helping them to manage the activities associated with marketing engagements. “We love that Sydney is bold and that her life experiences allow her to contribute so many ideas to benefit our clients,” said Brian Gatti, partner and co-founder of Inspire Business Concepts. “She exemplifies the notion of working hard and self-determination as proven by her success as a top ranked athlete through high school and college, and through her adventurous spirit having traveled the world. We’re thrilled to add her to the Inspire

Business Concepts team.” Madsen attended Orem High School in Utah during her sophomore and junior years where she played third singles on the 2009 state winning women’s tennis team. During her senior year she left her family in Utah to attend Perry and subsequently Mesa Community College on a presidential and tennis scholarship. Madsen played on the MCC’s women’s tennis team for two years where she won the regional title for her division and helped the team place 11th in the NJCAA. After finishing her business associates degree, she transferred to ASU. She began working at Inspire Business Concepts in May and expects to graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in business law and a Bachelor of Science in marketing in 2017.

TCC, A Wireless to donate 235,000 backpacks with school supplies Local families and their children can visit a TCC store in Chandler from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 30, to pick up a backpack filled with school supplies, thanks to a national giveaway campaign. TCC and A Wireless will partner to donate 235,000 backpacks full of school supplies to children through TCC’s annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway. The Chandler TCC store participating in the event is located at 3111 W. Chandler Blvd., Suite 1216. The store is one of more than 1,300 participating TCC and A Wireless stores across the United States inviting local families and their children to pick up a backpack with school supplies, including pencils, paper, a pencil box, folders and glue. One backpack per child present will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Each participating TCC store will donate 250 backpacks. Any leftover backpacks will be given to local schools. “Every year, TCC employees and communities around the country look forward to the backpack giveaway,” said Scott Moorehead, CEO of TCC. “It brings our employees immense joy to give back to the young children in their communities, and we are proud to put so many smiles on the faces of the deserving families who have made this annual event such a success.”

Bryan Bevins, president and CEO at A Wireless, said his company didn’t want to be just doers of good, but inspire a “culture of good,” referencing the name of the company’s community-oriented program. “When given the opportunity, doing good is important, and taking such opportunities to help, lift up and encourage others is a privilege,” Bevin said. In 2015, the National Retail Federation predicted the average person with children in grades K-12 would spend $97.74 on school supplies such as notebooks, pencils and backpacks. With more than 16 million children in the U.S. living in poverty, TCC is working to alleviate the costs of school supplies through this annual program. Since 2013, TCC has donated more than 360,000 backpacks filled with supplies to ensure children are prepared for the start of the school year. TCC makes ongoing investments in the communities through its Culture of Good. In 2015, its efforts included donating $1 million to Riley Hospital for Children, providing 100,000 backpacks full of school supplies to children, giving supply packs to 5,000 teachers and contributing $100,000 in grants to organizations focused on improving the environment. To learn more about TCC, visit tccrocks.com.

Former Chandler resident working on breakthrough communications device BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI

A former Chandler resident belongs to a three-person team that is working on a way to communicate information entirely through touch. Ajay Karpur is helping to develop Moment, a device that enables users to draw shapes and patterns on their wrist with precise vibrations. Moment will offer GPS navigation, caller identification, notifications, alerts and time augmentation. “We’re making wearable devices that communicate information through the sense of touch,” said Karpur, a Mountain Pointe High School graduate and former Flinn Scholar. It works like this: Moment connects to an Android phone or tablet, iPhone, and iPad through Bluetooth Low Energy. Setting up the device takes less than a minute. Users choose what’s important to them, subscribing to information and notifications from their favorite apps and websites, and determining how they want to get notified of new messages and phone calls.

The user’s brain adjusts to the new streams of data through a process known as “sensory substitution.” Over time, users know about new developments in their areas of interest the moment it happens. Moment provides navigation instructions as silent “vibrotactile shapes” drawn on users’ wrist. They can keep their eyes on the road as directions are made distraction-free while they “feel” their upcoming turns. Karpur said traditional smartwatches or smartphones are distracting. “It’s often not the most optimal way,” he said. “If someone is driving a car with turn-by-turn GPS navigation, it’s not the best idea to turn and look at a smartphone or lifting a wrist off of the steering wheel. It’s kind of dangerous.” Karpur, Shantanu Bala of Peoria and

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Jake Rockland of the Tucson area founded Phoenix-based Somatic Labs to create devices like this. The Moment project was started five months ago to “push the boundaries of the human sensory system,” according to its website. Bala spent six years at the Center for Cognitive Ubiquitous Computing exploring the ways “haptic feedback” could be used to create assistive and rehabilitative technologies. After incorporating haptic feedback into chairs, gloves, and body suits, he left Arizona State University as a 2014 Thiel Fellow. After Shantanu developed the design concept for Moment, Karpur and Rockland joined the team. Karpur brought his background in signal processing, hardware design and software development. A hacker at heart, Rockland had experience with firmware development, full stack web development, and iOS development. Moment is scheduled to be the first product released from Somatic Labs. The presale cost is $129. The next step for the trio is to raise funds through Kickstarter beginning in August—with units shipped in December—to raise $150,000. Come August, interested parties can visit kickstarter.com and search for the product/lab name. “This has been a great opportunity,” Karpur said. “I’m very grateful that I’ve been able to do this.” Karpur has been fascinated with science and technology since he was young, when he read “a ton of science fiction” books. Science was one of his favorite subjects and he chose electrical engineering as his major at ASU, from which he graduated this year. “I feel that’s been helping me understand what we’re working on now as well as technology trends,” he said.

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Chamber hosts ribbon cutting, golf outing Throughout the year, the Chandler Chamber of Commerce offers a variety of luncheons and meetings for its members and the community. Events are held at the Chandler Chamber of Commerce office, 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201, unless otherwise noted. To register, call 480-963-4571, visit chandlerchamber.com or email info@ chandlerchamber.com. No refunds are available within 72 hours of the event. Lunch Group 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday, July 18 Join the Chandler Business Connection Leads Group. Bella Gusto Urban Pizzeria, 1964 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler Women in Business Luncheon Noon to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 19 Roadblocks and obstacles confront every individual, team and team culture. Learn how to embrace and turn roadblocks into positive growth personally and professionally at all career levels. Join Barbara McAllister Whye from Intel Corp. as she discusses her biggest roadblocks and how those obstacles led to her biggest growth. SoHo 63, 63 E. Boston St., Chandler Business Golf 6:45 a.m. to 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 20 Play nine holes on various Chamber

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East Valley Chambers of Commerce Alliance to host Congressional District 5 forum in Gilbert The East Valley Chambers of Commerce Alliance, which includes the Chandler Chamber of Commerce, invites the community to learn more about the candidates running for Congressional District 5 at a public meet and greet and forum from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 19, at The Falls Event Center, 4635 E. Baseline Rd., Gilbert. This forum will give attendees the opportunity to meet the candidates, pick up campaign materials, and hear from each candidate about key issues affecting the business community. Doors open for meet and greet at 5:30 p.m.; the Candidate Forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will conclude at 8:30 p.m. The event is open to the public and free to attend; preregistration is recommended. For more information

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4 essential strategies for growing a business Since opening its first store in 1986, the foundation of Mattress Firm’s success has been built on a commitment to its core values: service, integrity and passion. Now, celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, a three-decade journey has seen it grow from a single Houston store to 3,500 stores in 48 states. The following strategies can help grow the success of your business, too. Be deeply connected and highly visible. Sophisticated product knowledge, meticulous financial measurements and high-level strategic planning are essential skills for every business leader. However, successful managers put just as much emphasis on getting to know people as they do learning markets and numbers. Building relationships with your customers, your community and your industry is essential to understanding how to serve their needs. Strong personal connections—between team members and management; the company and the community; and retailers and business partners—are the keys to the success of any business. Be bold. A bold vision to revolutionize the sleep industry became a reality when the doors to the first Mattress Firm store opened July 4, 1986, in Houston. The founders, Steve Fendrich, Harry Roberts and Paul Stork, didn’t know at the time that a single store would grow into a publicly traded company with 10,000 employees nationwide, but they believed in their vision and their values. Plans written down on paper are great—they are used all the

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Tami Butcher’s parents divorced when she was 11. It was a traumatic time. But thanks to the foresight of her parents— and their new spouses—the transition was smoothed. She came to consider them not as stepparents but as her “bonus mom” and “bonus dad.” “It was very sad and very confusing at first,” said Butcher, a Chandler resident, who is married to Arizona Diamondbacks pitching coach Mike Butcher. “When my dad remarried and my mom remarried, they made sure that there weren’t any hard feelings or anger. They wanted to make sure the children came first. I’m sure there was a lot of anger, but they made sure they kept that away from us so we wouldn’t choose sides, or became anxious or stressed.” Now Butcher is sharing those experiences via her children’s book, “My Bonus Mom! Taking the Step Out of Stepmom” (Little Five Star). The main character is curious, angry and fearful as she works through getting to know her dad’s new girlfriend. “It is a children’s book, but I’ve had a lot of adults say they want to read it,” she said. “It’s my story. Those are my pictures, actual pictures of my family, that I took and gave to the illustrator and he put them in the book. “I just thought it was a great story because everybody always thinks of the stepmom or the stepdad as the bad guy. But there are so many amazing stepparents out there who are great mentors and incredible parents. I wanted to speak on their behalf.” A native Arizonan, Butcher has been married for 20 years and they have

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Legacy Traditional School offers a well-rounded education New campus coming to north Chandler BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI

Rebecca Pentland can’t imagine doing anything but working with children. As the first leader of Legacy Traditional School’s new north Chandler campus, Pentland is anticipating the first day of school on Wednesday, Aug. 10. “I’m so excited,” Pentland said. “I worked with Legacy Traditional School for seven years in a variety of capacities. I feel like I know the program and the operational piece and the instructional piece. “I’m looking forward to bringing Legacy into the North Chandler/Gilbert area.” The tuition-free Legacy Traditional School campuses are all “A” ranked schools by the Arizona Department of Education and have been voted the No. 1 charter school in Arizona by Ranking Arizona. The school focuses on all areas of academic study, including music, art, physical education, extracurricular activities and clubs. The North Chandler campus at 1900 N. McQueen Rd. is still under construction but is expected to be finished by the 4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8, ribbon-cutting ceremony. The Back-to-School Night follows at 5 p.m.; the school is enrolling now. For more information, call 480-7575400, visit NChandler.LegacyTraditional. org or email NChandler-Info@ LegacyTraditional.org. Legacy’s back-to-basics and accelerated curriculum is encompassed in a learning environment that focuses on character building, patriotism and the responsibilities of being a good citizen. Legacy Traditional School is a K-8 charter school with state-of-the-art classrooms for kindergarten, elementary and middle school. Legacy also offers after-school and summer programs. Special area classes in grades K-6 include general music, physical education, library, computers, creative minds art

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Two tech gurus, Mrs. Tibke and Ms. Hughes, have worked hard to bring the best educational technology to CTA Independence. After soaking up the summer sun, students will dive into a whole new world of education using graphics from zSpace. This unique technology will allow them to enter into a virtual reality of 3-D floating butterflies, pumping hearts and electrical circuits. I had the opportunity to interview both teachers who are so excited to bring this hands-on classroom experience to students. Ms. Hughes explains, “zSpace technology will not only teach classmates to be flexible thinkers but also learn important everyday skills like communication and teamwork.” Mrs. Tibke is honored that, “CTA Independence is the first school in the Chandler Unified School District to be testing this new technology.” So what will students experience the first time they step into the new virtual reality STEM lab? CTA students will become familiar with their zSpace station (all in one HD monitor, glasses with tracking sensors and stylus) and immediately start using STEM and design skills to build robotic arms, manipulate anatomical shapes, and perform virtual experiments.

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I was blown away the first time I tried the glasses and started moving the stylus. With the click of a button, I pulled a 3-D heart right in front of me and I was able to move a small camera through an artery. This

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Reader disturbed by semiautomatic gun sales in downtown Chandler BY JON BEYDLER

My wife and I ventured to downtown Chandler on a recent Saturday afternoon to shop for a couple pairs of blue jeans for our upcoming vacation. We specifically went to Saba’s Western Wear because we had found great-fitting blue jeans in the past at the Scottsdale and Chandler stores. When we arrived, we were somewhat surprised that there were few, if any, customers in the store that afternoon. To our shock and dismay, though, they had plenty of guns and ammo for sale. That’s right— guns and ammo! Not just handguns, shotguns and rifles, but semiautomatic assault weapons. Since when do real cowboys need semiautomatic assault weapons to hunt? The mere presence of these types of weapons of mass destruction was disgusting and sickening. It cast a dark shadow over the store environment. Why in our beautiful downtown? Why out in front of our children and visitors? Why in light of the unimaginable carnage that been inflicted upon our country numerous times from the barrels of these weapons? Is it just because they are legal and profitable? To inventory and sell these types of weapons is an active choice. When pressed, the clerk replied,

“Every time Obama goes on television and calls for a ban on assault weapons our sales spike.” Really? And this is a good thing? Come on, buck up and stop the sale of these semiautomatic assault weapons in the heart of the “Most Playful City in America” before someone decides to buy and use one of these weapons against the rest of us. I’d like someone to answer this questions: Where in Chandler can you legally shoot a semiautomatic assault weapon? Surely one should be able to make enough sufficient profits selling western wear without the need to venture into “guns, ammo and cigars,” as its tent sign blares out in front of the store. Maybe it is up to us to boycott those local businesses that show so little regard to the sanctity of our lives? OK so these assault weapons are legal and people can choose to purchase them but in historic downtown Chandler...in a clothing store...next door to bars and nightclubs? It would easy to sit back and say nothing and not stir the pot. But that is the point. If we don’t stand up and speak out, something really bad may happen like what happened in Orlando and we will have done nothing to prevent it. Is the Valley of the Sun turning into the Valley of the Gun? Regards, Jon Beydler, Chandler

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In its earlier days, Chandler was a small farming community, known for its agricultural economic base. We began seeing high-tech and manufacturing companies call VICE MAYOR JACK SELLERS Chandler home in the 1980s, and over the years, the economic growth became more diverse—and more global. In 2008, the city of Chandler started developing a Sister City International relationship with Tullamore, Ireland. Tullamore is located in the midlands of Ireland, and is the capital town of County Offaly. Much like Chandler, it serves a population of about 250,000 in a 30-mile radius and is home to major commercial and industrial companies that employ people from around the world. Early on, delegates from both cities met multiple times learning about each other’s economic development efforts and culture. In 2009, former Mayor Boyd Dunn signed the first Sister City Agreement with Tullamore. Earlier this year, I had the pleasure of visiting Tullamore and meeting its delegates and business leaders, while attending the 60th annual Sister Cities Conference. Its County Innovation Centre, patterned after Gangplank located in downtown Chandler, offers space and support to start-up and growing enterprises focusing on software, multimedia, renewable energies and new product development. As we build these business partnerships with the vision of growing our economy, it’s also important to learn about the history and culture of Ireland. During my visit, I attended the official opening ceremony of the 1916 Commemorative Garden, celebrating the 100 years of Independence of Ireland. There also were many other sites toured, including the Birr Castle, Tour preferred submission method, to Letters@ SanTanSun.com. All submitted Letters to the Editor and Community Commentaries become the property of the SanTan Sun News and may be reprinted in part, quoting the letters’ authors, or in their entirety. Your submission

of Galway, Killeens of Shannonbridge and the Lough Boora Parklands. The history and scenery are magnificent. There is a connection between economic growth, education and community involvement. The Chandler-Tullamore Sister Cities offer opportunities for people to get involved and learn more about history, culture, economic development and educational exchanges. Students have the opportunity to participate in the Student Ambassador Program, where lifetime experiences are created when Irish students visit Chandler and our students visit Tullamore. There also are opportunities to become a host family. These educational experiences can’t be taught out of a textbook! Ellen Harrington, president of ChandlerTullamore Sister Cities, states, “Sister Cities was started by President Eisenhower as an approach to world peace, where people around the world developed city-to-city relationships and agreed to work together on joint cultural and educational exchange projects. Economic development always has been a part of the Sister Cities International overall program, and grew from the cityto-city relationships as people realized the benefits of doing business with other people that they like, respect and trust. In addition to trade and tourism dollars, Sister City programs create connections with municipal officials and businesses, contributing to investments in the future of the communities.” I believe in the relationships and collaborative projects that develop through Sister Cities programs. When our Chandler National Little League team visited Tainan, Taiwan, last year, the mayor of Tainan invited us to become a Sister City with them. As the Chandler-Tullamore Sister Cities program continues to grow, I’m looking forward to creating other Sister Cities, including formalizing our relationship with Tainan soon. To learn more about ChandlerTullamore Sister Cities, visit, chandlerirish. org. Visit chandleraz.gov to watch the interview with Ellen Harrington on my “Chandler in Focus” show. to the SanTan Sun News is considered your permission to print your written opinion. Opinions expressed in Community Commentaries, Letters to the Editor or cartoons are those of the author, and not that of the SanTan Sun News.

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M2P Tactical in Chandler gives a Paris Wigs and Extensions offers new way to play laser, archery tag realistic pieces, personalized consultations BY MIKE BUTLER

Fans of advanced tactical laser tag and fast-growing archery tag have a new 15,000-square-foot place to play now that M2P Tactical is up and running at 1315 S. Arizona Ave. in Chandler. Owners Ryan and Holly Jackson are no strangers to the business. M2P Tactical has been providing outdoor tag for the past five years as a mobile business. They said the new facility allows them to introduce MP2’s mission-oriented sessions to a larger universe. “There’s more to it than just the shooting and the kills,” Ryan said. “Did you accomplish your mission as a team?” Jackson said Mission2Play grew out of a frustrating experience his son, Skyler, then 15, had playing traditional laser tag. A pack of three young kids followed Skyler throughout the session, tagging him again and again, just so he wouldn’t be able to tag anyone else. Each time he returned to the game, he was zapped instantly and eliminated. “It bothered him a lot,” Jackson said. “We thought, ‘Why don’t we do it different?’” After dividing a church youth group of about 20 recently into two teams for archery tag, Ryan and Skyler let the kids warm up with a basic dodgeball scenario. When hit by the foam-tipped arrows,

archers went to the sidelines, but Skyler called a jailbreak every couple of minutes to get players back in the game. The next mission was similar, except the archers could earn twice as many points by hitting a stationary target instead of rival team members. In a third scenario, the Jacksons rearranged the arena’s sheltering pillars to create a circular Hunger Games-style competition. “That was pretty fun,” said Jasta Dudley, 16. Jayden Parker, 14, decked out in camo clothing and knee pads, agreed, even though he’s more of a laser tag enthusiast. The Jacksons create similar missions in the laser tag arena. Ryan might tell taggers they must give up a position after making a kill shot, for example, causing them to think more creatively and stay goal-oriented. “Consequences are what makes it strategic,” he said. Since M2P started outdoors, making it difficult for players to see opposing forces’ muzzle flashes, Jackson said he had to seek the best laser tag technology he could find. It starts with a 4.5 pound, militarystyle assault rifle with a red-dot scope. Instead of vests, taggers are outfitted

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BY ALISON STANTON

As the owners of Paris Wigs and Extensions in Chandler, Haley McCoy and Heather Norton said they reshape customers’ lives by helping them find the best hair pieces. “Clients cry tears of joy as they regain their confidence, which leads to a more rewarding social life, marriage and more,” McCoy said. Norton added that there is no longer a reason worry when hair is thinning. “Thanks to wigs in the media and celebrities making them popular, people are embracing the trend,” Norton said. But Paris is more than that. Some customers are looking for pieces that they can wear on vacation, while others are seeking help for their hair loss. In addition to synthetic and human hair, they sell toppers and hairpieces. “Wigs are also great for busy people, those with unruly hair and medically related loss,” McCoy said.

Norton said women are opting for the non-damaging Halo Extensions VS clip-ons. McCoy and Norton, who have each been in the industry for six years, opened their business more than two See WIGS page 42

Patient comfort at forefront at Monarch Medical Group BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI

Gilbert pediatrician Dr. Farah Lokey likes to say she “speaks baby.” After practicing for 11 years, she is confident in her ability to diagnose children’s ailments. “I can figure out what they’re saying between the crying and the wiggles,” Lokey said. “After many years of working with children, I can tell what’s wrong by the way they act. It’s second nature to pick up on things that children are doing.” Lokey heads up her practice, Monarch Medical Group at 1425 S. Higley Rd., Suite 102, Gilbert, (480) 857-6316. Born in London, England, Lokey comes to Gilbert from Chandler. After graduating from Dobson High School, she attended ASU and U of A, returned to the Valley for her residency and clinical rotations. Upon graduation in 2008, she began

Dickey’s Barbecue spices up Chandler restaurant scene BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI

Dr. Farah Lokey opened her Gilbert pediatric practice, Monarch Medical Group, five years ago. STSN photo by Will Powers See MONARCH page 42

When Tom Emmons stepped foot into a Dickey’s Barbecue, he was taken back to his childhood in Kansas City, a city well known for its barbecue. He then knew he had to be a part of it. He, along with his mom, Donna Martin, and Jeremy Steele, recently opened their second Dickey’s franchise. The new Chandler restaurant joins a successful,

five-year operation in Mesa, at Power and Baseline roads. While Martin has a long history in restaurant ownership, Emmons and Steele have a professional background in technology. Together the three make a team that is ready to light up the pit and serve guests authentic, Texas-style See DICKEY’S page 42

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with an array of small sensors on their heads. The rifle and sensors communicate with each other and to the players on whether they’ve been hit or made a hit. The scopes must be aimed accurately to register hits. One hour of tactical laser tag costs $22; a two-hour Special Ops session costs $34. One hour of archery tag costs $16; a two-hour Warrior session costs $25. WIGS from page 41

years ago. Along with employee Ashley Parsons, McCoy and Norton stay busy providing personalized consultations. Norton said having a strong knowledge of available products helps Paris stand out. “We can customize the piece by thinning it out, trimming it, cutting the bangs or custom coloring it to match the client’s color,” Norton said. “We also welcome hair stylists to come in with their clients.” As for trends in the industry, McCoy said overall, “anything goes.” MONARCH from page 41

practicing in Mesa. Five years ago, she found out about a practice that was for sale and purchased it. Her practice is a teaching facility, where she offers experience to students from Midwestern University. She also teaches nurse practitioner classes at different schools around town. “I do have students who are coming through my office,” she said. “It is a

First time archers must take Intro to Archery Tag, $18, which includes certification and one hour of play. The certification program covers critical safety rules and ethics of combat play, plus about 15-20 minutes of time on the practice range. M2P Tactical is open Tuesday through Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m., Friday from 4 to 10 p.m., and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information and to book sessions online, visit m2ptactical.com. “Curly hair is in, and clients are expressing themselves creatively instead of playing it safe,” McCoy said. She and Norton also enjoy creating videos about the trends they see. “We have a huge YouTube following, and we release new videos regularly that show new products and reviews,” McCoy said. Paris Wigs and Extensions is located at 1964 N. Alma School Rd., Suite 3, Chandler. For more information, call 480-758-5185, email pariswigsandextensions@gmail.com or visit pariswigs.com.

teaching facility. Sometimes the patients are unsure about the students, but remember, we’re trying to help the minds of the future, too.” With the students or with her, Lokey hopes that the little patients and their parents are comfortable at Monarch Medical Group. “We are trying to be a place where people can come in and feel comfortable,” she said. “We want parents

to make us your child’s medical home. “Please understand that we are going to try to work with them as parents to have their children live the best lives they can. A lot of other places are ‘patient mills.’ They’re not getting the

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barbecue. “My favorite part of working at Dickey’s is the people,” Emmons said. “I am excited to serve great barbecue to the Chandler community.” The three owners are celebrating Chandler’s grand opening with giveaways and specials, including free Big Yellow Cups, Philanthropy Fridays, Singer/ Songwriter Saturdays and Kids Eat Free Sundays. Call 480-812-1687 for details. Steele said that Chandler was a natural choice because of the traffic that approaches the Arizona Avenue and Pecos Road intersection. The store, Emmons said, offers a new menu and floorplan as part of the “generation four” project. Entering the restaurant, patrons can see the kitchen, the pit and meats in the cooler. Dickey’s has the proverbial something for everyone. The Butcher Tacos feature chicken spinach with smoked chicken breast topped with cheddar and asiago cheese creamed spinach; and The Fancy Pork, pulled pork with creamy cabbage slaw, sprinkled with rib rub, among the choices. Both of them sell for $2. Homestyle sides vary in price, but offer a variety of options like cabbage slaw, baked potato casserole, barbecue beans, asiago cheese creamed spinach,

Donna Martin, Tom Emmons and Jeremy Steele own Dickey’s in Chandler and Mesa. mac and cheese, bacon and onion green beans, Idaho russet potato salad, Caesar salad or chips. For hungry families, Dickey’s serves up a picnic pack (serves three to four people; $25); a six pack (serves four to six people; $39) and an XL family pack (serves six to eight people; $55). Most importantly, however, Dickey’s is supporting Barbecue, Boots and Badges, a fundraising campaign for first responders. The foundation is national, but the support is local. For more information, call the store. Dickey’s Chandler 1005 S. Arizona Ave. Suite 13 Chandler 85286 480-812-1687 http://order.dickeys.com/menu/ dickeys-chandler

Stroke Technology, Community Resource Fair and Silent Auction

Thursday, August 11, 2016 4:00-6:00 pm Open to the community. We will have therapists, pharmacists and other neuro-wellness experts on hand to highlight the innovative technology and stroke programs available at HealthSouth East Valley Rehab Hospital. Other local healthcare partners will be in attendance as well. Light hors d’ oeuvres and beverages will be served. There will also be a silent auction with all moneys raised benefiting the Dignity Health Foundation Dancing For Stroke event October 1. For more information, contact Diana Fischer at (480) 477-7109.

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CopaBall 2016 celebrates Maricopa Health Foundation BY PETER MADRID

Diversity is the keyword when it comes to describing the annual CopaBall, the primary fundraising event for the Maricopa Health Foundation. While the Valley is rich in charitable and philanthropic events, the CopaBall, established in 2003, benefits a wide array of public health programs in Metro Phoenix. The 13th annual CopaBall is scheduled for Oct. 22 at the Montelucia Resort & Spa. Benefiting the programs of the Maricopa Integrated Health System (MIHS), the event brings together leaders in healthcare, business and the philanthropic community. The event has raised more than $2.5 million to support the many diverse programs of MIHS. That’s what makes the foundation’s work satisfying, according to CEO Nate Lowrie. “The impact of the CopaBall is tremendous in the community,” Lowrie said. “Each year we have a focus. Last year the event benefitted the Arizona Burn Center. In other years it has supported our graduate medical education program and our children’s center.” The theme of the 2016 CopaBall is mental health. According to Lowrie, money raised will benefit youth and young adults in the first-of-its-kind in Arizona First Break Clinic. It will be a specialty treatment center for young people diagnosed with psychosis. “Mental health sometimes lives in the darkness,” Lowrie said. “Left untreated, the cost curve is very expensive. The impact and hardship also take their toll on the family. This program will help change the outcome of that person’s life through preventative

measures and giving them help early. This is the first of these clinics and the foundation is helping in a big way.” Lowrie became involved with the CopaBall when he sat on the board of directors of the foundation for six years. He was named CEO last year and said it was “really fun because it set a record,” raising $525,000. “When we look at things from a nonprofit standpoint, certainly tragedy or hardship are very important to us as a community and as Americans,” Lowrie said. “We’re a culture that likes to step up in times of need. What’s unique about what we’re doing is the overall care and how expansive it is across the Valley.” Each year the CopaBall honors physicians, nurses, MIHS leadership, and those making a significant impact at MIHS. The event is a colorful as it is important, Lowrie says. But it’s not the celebrities and the distinguished guests that make the evening, he said. It’s the people who work on the front lines and are honored for that work that have the biggest impact. “MIHS is a pillar of medical education, research, and care for our people when they are most vulnerable,” says Bart Patterson, Maricopa Health Foundation chairman of the board and CEO of Clear Title Agency of Arizona. “The CopaBall is dear to my heart because of how much it raises in financial support for the women, children and families when they need it most.” Lowrie recalled the 2013 CopaBall. Money was being raised for the Arizona Burn Center. He was going through some

Nathan Lowrie, CEO, Maricopa Health Foundation; Dr. Michael Grossman, vice president for MIHS’ Academic Affairs (retired); Steve Purves, MIHS, president and CEO; and Rep. Ed Pastor attend the 12th annual CopaBall on Oct. 10, 2015.

hardships in his own life. He tells the story best. “That night I’m listening to a patient, who was caught in a fire, and spent almost a year in our burn center. His body was devastated in the fire. He had prosthetic limbs. He talked about going into the burning house and trying to save his family. He suffered the most. “Then the Phoenix Boys Choir got up and sang after him. I thought to myself, ‘What I’m going through is nothing in comparison to what he’s going through.’ It was a special night hearing him tell that story. That’s courage and grit. It gave me a chance to look at myself and say, ‘Yeah, you’re dealing with

some hard stuff, but set it aside.’” Lowrie added that the event makes for a “lovely night. It’s the amazing people I get to share the stage with that makes it special. Unlike other segments of the medical industry that seem very glamorous, we have folks who are in the trenches serving the community. You can’t get any more special than that.” The 13th annual CopaBall, benefiting the Maricopa Health Foundation, is 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at the Montelucia Resort and Spa, 4949 E. Scottsdale Rd. For more information, visit maricopahealthfoundation. org/events/copaball-2016

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Vintage Roadshow seeking vendors for Thanksgiving weekend Even while vintage markets continue to explode in popularity throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area, none have yet made it to the most southeasterly portion of the Valley. But that is about to change when The Salvage Company brings its Vintage Roadshow to Queen Creek’s Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Center (HPEC) on the three busiest shopping days of the year: Nov. 25 to Nov. 27. Interested vendors should note that space is limited, with the number of booths capped at 87. Applications can be found here: vintageroadshows.com/vendors/. “We’re not trying to produce the biggest show,” said Salvage Company founder and event presenter Patricia Dickenson. “We just want it to be the best, with a never-before-seen mix of one-of-a-kind offerings.” When asked about site selection, Dickenson noted, “Whenever I’m picking

in Southern Arizona or New Mexico, I always end up stopping in Queen Creek and just love it, especially HPEC. It’s the perfect venue for Vintage Roadshow.” The event begins at 8 a.m. Friday, Nov. 25, with a two-hour, VIP-only shopping experience and concludes at 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27. Vintage Roadshow will be open to the general public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. The Salvage Company has been extending its vintage reach from the original storefront on historic Main Street in Superior not only through the Vintage Roadshow, but also with a new retail space in Phoenix, The Picker’s Palace, in partnership with Seriously Vintage. Dickenson got into shabby chic, architectural salvage, French country home furnishings, and home decor created from authentic found vintage materials more than 25 years ago. She operates The Salvage Co. with daughterin-law, Jodi Helmer.

Tao Healing Center’s free class shows caregivers how to help themselves Caregivers need to care for themselves, too, and Tao Healing Center is helping them do that by offering a free healing yoga class from noon to 1:15 p.m. Saturday, July 30. Tao Healing yoga is a slow-paced, restorative form of yoga. It establishes the foundation of a yoga practice with emphasis on breath work, meditation and stretching. Tao Healing yoga is beneficial to the entire body as it heals the body and the mind. This class is perfect for those who

have low energy, are recovering from an injury or illness, or are dealing with emotional stress. This class puts you in state of deep relaxation. It fosters a healthy balance of mind, body and spirit, resulting in an overall feeling of inner peace and mental and physical well-being. The class is open to noncaregivers as well. Tao Healing Center is located at 1840 W. Chandler Blvd., Suite D7, Chandler. For more information, call 480-786-6000 or visit www.taohealingcenters.org.

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Find a peace of mind at Ocotillo Village These days, rushing around seems to be part of the daily routine. However, scientists have confirmed that to achieve more, more quickly, it is important to slow down, breathe and rest. We need to recharge our minds and bodies just like smart devices. It is important to remember that bodies need rest and relaxation just as much as they need activity. Easier said than done, right? The Ocotillo Village Health Club & Spa has the solution to this problem with its “Meditation and Mindful Movement” class, which is offered Wednesdays and twice on Thursdays and Sundays. Meditation enhances physical body awareness, cultivates a state of inner peace, and practices the art of detachment. The benefits of meditation include decreased heart rate, normalization of blood pressure, reduction of stress hormones and a stronger immune system. Mindful movement is a series of yoga poses that incorporate mindful body awareness in order to cultivate unity of the body, mind and spirit, and achieving this unity will decrease rumination and enhance acceptance and mindfulness. This class recharges the body so it’s in the right mindset for tomorrow and the weeks ahead. Day of pampering With kids in school, it’s time to engage in soothing spa services. Ocotillo Village Health Club & Spa is

serving up summer specials to help refresh and recharge. Along with the Summer Series, where guests can choose five 60-minute spa services for $375 or five 90-minute spa services for $510, the Ocotillo Village Spa has two offerings to take advantage of in July and August. Guests can enjoy a great price on the Village Mani-Pedi at just $60, while also experiencing why the zero gravity pedicure chairs at the spa make all the difference during your relaxing experience. Plus, the spa is offering a Summer Firming Infusion Facial for $120 (regularly $150). The 60-minute treatment combines microneedling with an infusion of PCA Total Strength Serum to experience lifting, firming and smoothing of the skin. Microneedling allows this powerful peptide and growth factor serum to penetrate deeper, build volume and minimize the appearance of pores. The services are open to the public, not just members. The Ocotillo Village Spa is located inside the Ocotillo Village Health Club at 4200 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler. For more information, call 480-5792940 or visit www.villageclubs.com. For more information about the “Meditation and Mindful Movement” class, along with all of the class offerings at the Ocotillo Village Health Club & Spa, call 480-656-0045 or visit villageclubs.com.

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Police body-worn cameras will help promote public trust, enhance safety A message from Chandler Police Chief Sean Duggan: “Over the past two years, Chandler police have been evaluating body-worn cameras in various field operations sections throughout the department, including patrol, traffic and bikes. Body-worn camera technology has demonstrated its promise for collecting compelling evidence, enhancing transparency, promoting public trust and enhancing safety.

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City Council Meeting & Study Session, Council Chambers, 782-2180

City Council Meeting, Council Chambers, 782-2180

On the House Free Summer Concert: Jarabe Mexicano, Center for the Arts, 782-2680

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On the House Free Summer Concert: Music of Motown, Center for the Arts, 782-2680

Verano Sano (Safe Summer), Arrowhead Pool, 782-2750

City Council Meeting & Study Session, Council Chambers, 782-2180

Home-school Days, Environmental Education Center, 782-2886

City Council Meeting, Council Chambers, 782-2180

On the House Free Summer Concert: U.S. Navy Band Cruisers, Center for the Arts, 782-2680

On the House Free Summer Concert: Tres Guitarras, Center for the Arts, 782-2680

On the House Free Summer Concert: Cisco & The Racecars, Center for the Arts, 782-2680

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This month, the department completed the full implementation of body-worn cameras for 200 officers and supervisors assigned to patrol. The Chandler Police Department is committed to ensuring Chandler Police Chief Chandler remains Sean Duggan a safe community, where people want to live and work by providing the most highly equipped, best trained and committed officers who demonstrate the highest standards of performance and best practices in policing.”

Save money and our water resources with smart controllers Water leaks around the home can waste thousands of gallons each month and can amount to quite a sum of money on your monthly water bill. Fortunately, the City’s Water Conservation Office offers FREE home water audits that can help determine the source of leaks or high water usage. Last year, 272 families saved 15.7 million gallons of water when their pre-audit 2014 usage was compared to their post-audit 2015 usage. That’s a lot of water! In addi-

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tion, 29 non-residential audits tracked from 2014 showed savings of more than 1 million gallons. One way residents are saving water is by installing “smart” irrigation controllers that use local weather conditions to apply the proper amount of water. Smart controllers can help save up to 30 percent on landscape watering. Visit chandleraz.gov/ water to find out more ways you can save water and money, or call 782-3583.

Mosquito control in and around your home Everyone has a role in controlling mosquitoes. Here is what you can and should do: ➠ Eliminate standing water on your property. ➠ Keep swimming pools, spas and fountains clean and operational. ➠ Empty any buckets, wheelbarrows, pet dishes, wading pools, birdbaths, plant pots or drip trays at least twice a week. ➠ Keep good screens on windows and doors to keep mosquitoes out. ➠ Avoid mosquito bites by using an insect repellent containing DEET. ➠ Wear long sleeves and pants when outdoors. ➠ Use a local pest control company for regular mosquito spraying and treatment. ➠ Visit FightTheBiteMaricopa.org to report mosquito activity and green pools. ➠ Call the Maricopa County Mosquito Hotline at 602-506-0700 for additional information.

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Back to School Safety Reminders As students return to school later this month, motorists may experience heavy traffic around schools in the morning and afternoon hours, and should be prepared for encounters with school buses picking up and dropping off children at designated bus stops. Pedestrian traffic will be on the increase as well, with children either walking or bicycling to and from school. Elementary and junior high schools have school zones, along with pick-up and drop-off locations for parents. The pick-up and drop-off locations at these schools are designed with Chandler Traffic Unit Officer Eddie Cuthbertson monitors vehicle speeds in a local school zone.

Water Quality: A look at the science behind your drinking water. the safety of children in mind. Please obey the instructions for these ingress and egress locales. Some intersections near schools may be monitored by crossing guards. Remember, the speed limit in school zones is 15 miles per hour, and passing in school zones is prohibited. For more safety tips and information, visit chandlerpd.com.

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Chandler seeking vendors, artists for annual Chuck Wagon Cook-off Food vendors, Western artists and merchandise vendors are invited to participate in the City’s seventh annual Chandler Chuck Wagon Cook-off, which will be held at Tumbleweed Ranch on

Friday, Nov. 11, and Saturday, Nov. 12. This family-friendly culinary competition has been hailed as one of the best chuck wagon cook-offs by American Cowboy Magazine. It features teams working from authentic chuck wagons as they cook in the style of 1880s cattle drives. The cook-off is produced by the Chandler Museum and its support organization, Pardners of Tumbleweed Ranch. Preference will be given to vendors who specialize in cooking, local foods, Western art and other Old West or history-related items. The deadline to submit a vendor application is 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23. Vendor applications are available online at chandleraz.gov/chuckwagon or by calling 480-782-2751. The costumes, equipment, music, tastes and smells at this event transport guests back in time to show a rare, up-close look at the Old West lifestyle. Using historic cooking Cooks on chuck wagon teams prepare five-course meals. methods, the authentic

Hungry visitors line up at the Chandler Chuck Wagon Cook-off. Vendors and artists are invited to participate in the event, scheduled this year for Friday, Nov. 12, and Saturday, Nov. 13.

1880s chuck wagon teams from around the west prepare five-course meals, and share the history of food and life on cattle drives. Judges decide winners in meal course categories as well as most authentic wagon and best overall meal. A limited number of chuck wagon lunches are available for purchase on Saturday. Vendors will provide additional food and beverage options. This year’s event will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., both days. In addition to the chuck wagons, there will be musical entertainment, historical demonstrations, and wagon rides to the nearby Arizona Railway Museum. The Chandler Chuck Wagon CookOff at Tumbleweed Ranch is held

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Families learn about degenerative neurological disorder ataxia Families invited to the Verano Sano party at Chandler Arrowhead Pool Kids play games during the Verano Sano pool party, a Valleywide initiative that stresses safety and family fun at Chandler’s Arrowhead Pool..

Chandler’s Arrowhead Pool will host a free pool party dubbed Verano Sano (Safe Summer) from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, that will include music, refreshments and raffle prizes. The pool is located at 1475 W. Erie St. Verano Sano is a Valleywide campaign that combines water safety awareness in a series of fun, family-friendly activities. The city’s Aquatics Division is working with Salt River Project (SRP), Que Buena 105.9 Radio and Univision Communications to bring the event to Chandler. Raffle drawings for prizes will be held throughout the event

and include chances to win free swimming classes, life vests, movie passes and more. Chandler Fire, Health and Medical will have a fire engine on site and provide CPR demonstrations. Swim instructors will also be on hand to perform demonstrations and provide instruction. In addition, the Drowning Prevention Coalition of Arizona, SRP, Univision, Chandler Fire, Health & Medical and others will have information booths and water safety information. For more information, contact Chandler Aquatics at 480-782-2750.

The Arizona Ataxia Support Group, a nonprofit associated with the National Ataxia Foundation (NAF), is hosting a familyfriendly awareness event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, at St. Xavier University, 92 W. Vaughn Ave., Gilbert. This event is free to the public and will boast a 50-item silent auction, children’s activity area, clowns, face painting, games and prizes. Last year’s special guest was Howler from the Arizona Coyotes. Expect a similar figure to surprise children this year. Dr. Kamala Saha will kick off the event by discussing ataxia. A chair yoga demonstration and other local programs will follow. A raffle will be held a grand prize of a one-night stay at the Phoenician Resort

with dinner for two at J&G Steakhouse. First prize is 32-inch HDTV from Spencers TV & Appliance; second and third prize will be announced soon. A silent auction will feature more than 50 items. Ataxia is a group of rare and often fatal degenerative neurological disorders that affect more than 150,000 people in the United States. Symptoms are progressive and often impact coordination, hearing, vision and speech. Ataxia affects both genders and all ages, but too often ataxia strikes children and young adults. At this time, there is no effective treatment or cure for ataxia. For more details or to be a vendor, contact ArizonaAtaxia@gmail.com or to donate visit http://ataxia.donorpages.

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Howard, teammates reign in Spain

Chandler player a member of USA’s Under 17 men’s team that rolls to world title BY TIM J. RANDALL

There was little question that Markus Howard and his USA Basketball Under 17 men’s teammates would fast-break their way into history at the International Basketball Federation U17 World Championships. With Howard on the roster, Team USA’s

closest game was 18 points and the average margin of victory was 45.9 en route to the gold medal in Zaragoza, Spain. Team USA blistered Turkey, 96-56, in the finals for an unprecedented fourth world title since 2010. “It was a privilege to play for Team USA

Markus Howard graduated from Findlay Prep in 2016, a year early, with a 4.0 grade point average. The school is part of the Henderson, Nevada, school district.

and win the gold medal,” said Howard, who grew up in Chandler. The past month has been a blur for him. “It has been a crazy period,” he said. His parents, Noemi and Chuck Howard, pointed out that their son tried out for the team June 10 at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado. “He was one out of 39 players who the coaches cut down to 18 on June 12 then eventually to 12 on June 14,” said Noemi, who, along with her husband, watched their son play in Spain. Noemi and Chuck raised a family of sons with deep roots in athletics. Jordan is in his sophomore season at Central Arkansas. Desmond is a Valley-based basketball trainer. Jordan and Desmond graduated from Perry High, which Markus attended for two years before heading to Nevada. This summer, though, Markus stepped ahead of his brothers. Team USA walloped Taiwan, 119-45, in its first game on June 23. The following day, USA’s 84-66 win over Turkey was its closest game of the tournament. On June 26, Egypt suffered a 104-57 thrashing by the Americans. On June 28, Argentina was slam dunked 109-56, and in the quarterfinals South Korea was dished a 133-81 defeat. The semifinal unfolded similarly on July 1 with USA’s 98-70 rout of Lithuania. In a July 3 rematch with Turkey, despite an early 8-2 deficit with the world

Markus Howard was a standout player for the USA Basketball Under 17 team. Bart Young/USA Basketball championship at stake, Team USA cruised, 96-56, for the gold medal. “We played really well as a team,” Howard said. “The whole experience was just a lot of fun.” Immediately after the final, the 17-yearold was on a plane from Spain to Marquette University in Milwaukee, where he received a full athletic scholarship and where he is

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Markus Howard celebrates his gold medal win with his parents, Noemi and Chuck Howard. taking two summer classes. 16 squad capture the gold at the FIBA U16 “I visited many campuses, but Marquette Americas Championship in Bahía Blanca, just felt like home,” Howard said. “The Argentina. experience so far has just been great.” He also is successful in the classroom. Howard can look to Marquette’s storied Howard graduated from Findlay Prep basketball history for inspiration. Dwayne in Nevada, completing his high school Wade, Jimmy Butler, Doc Rivers, Steve education in three years with a 4.0 gradeNovak and Wes Matthews played there. point average. He is the recipient of a Al McGuire, Rick Majerus and Tom Crean second consecutive National Alliance of coached there. African American Athletes award, this Playing for current coach ÐSteve year as Scholar-Athlete of the Year. In Wojciechowski, Howard is excited 2015, he won the NAAAA Student-Athlete to chase the school’s first NCAA Sophomore of the Year. championship since 1977. “Academics have always been important. “I have known coach Wojciechowski for I want to be the best student-athlete I can a few years and I am going to work as hard be,” said Howard, who dreams of playing in as I can to get better and start this year,” the NBA. “I am also trying to get into the Howard said. best basketball shape I can. I realize nothing Howard is no stranger to championships. is a given. I have to earn my playing time this Last summer, he helped Team USA’s Under coming season.”

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Learn about prehistoric times at library’s ‘Dinosaur Discovery’ Kids who have wondered what color a stegosaurus was or whether T. Rex had feathers can get the answers to their questions at “Dinosaur Discovery” at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 19. Children can get hands-on experience

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3 Chandler physicians join MDVIP to focus on patients’ wellness Three Chandler doctors, Donna DeSantis, Thomas G. Hopkins and Paige Walend, are joining MDVIP to deliver a higher level of personalized health care with an emphasis on prevention, not just the treatment of illness. Specializing in family medicine and recognized by patients as top doctors in the local community, DeSantis, Hopkins and Walend join MDVIP’s national network of more than 850 affiliated physicians, including 20 located in the Valley. Their practice is located at 1455 W. Chandler Blvd., Suite 4, Chandler; 480-855-1946. “I believe good communication is fundamental to the physician-patient relationship,” Hopkins said. “Maintaining a high volume of patients typical in traditional primary care makes it nearly impossible to focus on the individualized needs of each patient. Under the MDVIP model, my patients and I will have a partnership to keep them healthier 365 days of the year, not just in the doctor’s office.” DeSantis added, “By affiliating with MDVIP, I will have more time to listen, time to examine, and the time to determine the goals of my patients so I can best serve their needs and interests. I’ll be able to dedicate myself to delivering personalized care with improved outcomes and significantly lower hospitalization rates for patients.” The peer-reviewed American Journal of Managed Care published a study on lower hospital utilization rates in the MDVIP personalized health care model. The study found a 79% reduction in hospital admissions for Medicare patients, and a 72% decrease for patients with commercial insurance between the ages of 35-64 in MDVIP-affiliated practices. As a result, MDVIP delivered to the health care system a one-year savings in excess of $300 million. The study also found dramatically lower MDVIP hospital readmission rates for Medicare members when compared to readmission rates for non-MDVIP Medicare patients, for such conditions as heart attack, congestive heart failure and pneumonia. MDVIP readmission rates are below 2% for these conditions compared to the national averages that range from 16% to 24%. This improvement is linked to the

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physicians’ ability to spend more time with patients to engage in preventive care and to intercede quickly. The preventive and wellness services offered by MDVIP can help lower costs, prevent illness and save lives.

same- or next-day appointments that start on time. Office visits are unhurried, running 30 minutes or longer if necessary. Physicians provide patients their cellphone number and email address, enabling patients to contact them 24/7. Through the travel and reciprocity program, patients who need to see a doctor due to an urgent or emergency care situation while traveling in another state can see any of the MDVIP-affiliated physicians across the country on the same day. Patients in the MDVIP model renew annually at 90% and report a 92% satisfaction rate.

Focus on wellness and prevention MDVIP-affiliated practices are significantly smaller than traditional practices, allowing physicians to have closer relationships with their patients and a more thorough knowledge of their lifestyle, medical history and overall well-being. Each patient receives the MDVIP Wellness Program that encompasses screenings and diagnostic testing and physician counseling focused on important health issues and wellness areas. Included are heart health, emotional well-being, diabetes prevention, respiratory health, quality of sleep, hearing and vision, sexual health, nutritional assessment, weight management, bone health, comprehensive risk factor analysis and face-to-face physician counseling. As part of the membership, MDVIPaffiliated physicians work with their patients to ensure they receive the recommended prevention services. Each patient is provided with a personalized wellness plan to make him/her healthier. Smaller practice sizes also allow MDVIP-affiliated physicians to provide an enhanced level of service, including

Donna DeSantis DeSantis earned her medical degree from the Drexel University College of Medicine, formerly the Medical College of Pennsylvania, and completed her internship and residency in family medicine at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. Board certified in family medicine, she is affiliated with Chandler Regional Hospital. She is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Medical Association and Arizona Academy of Family Physicians. For the past ten years, she has been a principal investigator for research studies, which has allowed her to be on the frontline of cutting-edge treatment for health conditions such as diabetes, COPD and hypertension.

Donna DeSantis Thomas G. Hopkins Hopkins earned his medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine in San Diego, California. He completed his internship and residency in family medicine at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix. Board certified in family medicine, he is affiliated with Chandler Regional Hospital, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, Banner Desert Hospital and St. Joseph’s Hospital. He is a member of American Academy of Family Physicians and Arizona Academy of Family Physicians. He also serves as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Arizona, College of Medicine. Paige Walend Walend earned her medical degree from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. She completed her internship and residency in family medicine at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix. Board certified in family medicine, she is affiliated with Dignity Hospital in Chandler. She is a member of American Academy of Family Physicians and Arizona Academy of Family Physicians. She serves as adjunct faculty for the Doctorate Program for nurse practitioners at ASU.

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NEIGHBORHOOD NETWORKS Call ahead to confirm information, as details occasionally change after print. If you have a recurring monthly meeting you would like to see listed in Neighborhood Networks, email complete details to News@SanTanSun.com. Note: SanTan Sun News has a Spiritual Connections column in the Spirituality section for ongoing religiousrelated events. About Care Monthly volunteer training, by individual appointment. A nonprofit serving homebound Chandler and Gilbert residents; provides transportation, shopping and errands, friendly visits, reassurance phone calls, and minor home repairs. Info: (480) 802-2331, www.aboutcare.org Absolute Business Builders: Business Networking International 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays Chompie’s 3841 W. Frye Rd., Chandler Info: Nikki Janulewicz, (480) 570-1835, Nikki@azbestmove.com Action Networkers: Business Networking International 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays Chompie’s 3841 W. Frye Rd., Chandler Info: Marty Recht, (602) 315-2056, Marty@AZMarty.com Alzheimer’s Association Desert Southwest Chapter, Chandler 5:30 p.m. second Thursday of the month Support group for caregivers of people with dementia. Free and no preregistration required. Chandler Regional Medical Center, Morrison Building, Learning Resource Room

1875 W. Frye Rd., Chandler Info: Mindy, (602) 528-0545, ext. 201 American Legion James O. Schroeder Post 55 7 p.m. third Tuesday of the month Sun Lakes Country Club, Navajo Room 25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun Lakes Info: Commander Byron Weston, (480) 802-6623 Arizona Special Education Network, Chandler area Provides disability-related education, advocacy and resources to help parents navigate the complex special education system. Info: (602) 531-0230 Breast Cancer Support Group 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. second Monday of each month Free, no preregistration required Ironwood Cancer and Research Centers 685 S. Dobson Rd., Chandler Info: Kelly, (480) 340-4013, www. ironwoodcrc.com Build Your Own Business: Chandler 8 a.m. first and third Thursday of each month East Valley networking and referral organization, meets in Ahwatukee at a private location; address will be provided upon contact.

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Info: Lisa, lisa@lisamatusak.com, facebook.com/BYOBAZ Cancer Caregiver Support GroupChandler 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. third Saturday of each month Support group for caregivers of people with cancer. Free and no preregistration required. Ironwood Cancer and Research Centers 685 S. Dobson Rd., Chandler Info: Kelly, (480) 340-4013, www. ironwoodcrc.com Caregiver Support Group 10 p.m. to 12 p.m. third Saturday of each month Ironwood Cancer & Research Center 685 S. Dobson Dr., Chandler Info: Kelly Huey, (480) 340-4013, www. ironwoodcrc.com

Chandler Business Alliance 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Thursdays Professional business coalition dedicated to the economic and social development of its members and the Chandler community as a whole. BLD 1920 W. Germann Rd., Chandler Info: chandleralliance@gmail.com, www. chandleralliance.com Chandler Chamber Business Golf 7 a.m. tee time, first and third Wednesdays of each month Includes nine holes of golf, continental breakfast and networking opportunities. Preregistration required online. Golf venue varies. Info: www.chandlerchamber.com

Chair Yoga Class-Chandler 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesdays Free, no preregistration required Ironwood Cancer and Research Centers 685 S. Dobson Rd., Chandler Info: Kelly, (480) 340-4013, www. ironwoodcrc.com

Chandler Farmers Market 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursdays Weekly market with more than 30 vendors selling fresh produce, baked goods, gourmet food and handmade crafts. Free admission. Dr. A.J. Chandler Park, on the east side of Arizona Avenue, Chandler Info: (480) 855-3539, www. downtownchandler.org

Chandler Airport Commission 7 p.m. second Wednesday of each month The commission makes recommendations to the Chandler City Council regarding airport operations, physical growth, economic development and proposed land use. Chandler Municipal Airport terminal 2380 S. Stinson Way, Chandler Info: (480) 782-3540

Chandler Lions Club 6:30 p.m. first and third Tuesdays of each month Area residents are invited to come join like-minded volunteers and make new friends. Atria Chandler Villas, Community Room 101 S. Yucca St., Chandler Info: RuthJon Wick, (480) 895-3569, az1ruthjon@q.com

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Super Saturday Super Saturday Zumba Spectacular Party invited adults to don superhero garb and turn on their super powers for an energetic dance fitness class. Fitness buffs took home comic-book inspired caricatures and heroic prizes for creative costumes. It was part of July’s “Train Like a Superhero,” a program hosted by the Chandler Parks and Recreation Department and the Tumbleweed Recreation Center.

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Sasha Potqychuk is loving zumba.

Vickie Lang has a blast following the instructors.

Monica Mathis waves to the camera during class.

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A passion for Vision leads to Lifetime Achievement Award BY KENNETH LAFAVE

In 1988, downtown Chandler wasn’t much to see. “At that time, there were a lot of vacancies downtown,” said a longtime observer of the scene. And now? “Now, it’s thriving.” It was a transformation the speaker had something to do with. Modest though he is, Eric Faulhaber, longtime visual arts coordinator for the Chandler Center for the Arts, has been a major force in the city’s change from an artistic blank slate to a destination for lovers of the arts. On June 28, Faulhaber was honored by the Downtown Chandler Community Partnership for that accomplishment. The Partnership awarded the arts administrator its Lifetime Achievement Award. Faulhaber neatly sums up his quartercentury-plus with a simple chronology: “I’ve been working in the arts since 1988, when I came on board prior to the opening of the Center for the Arts. I then moved into the visual arts, and the development of the Vision Gallery.” Those bare facts don’t do justice to the role played by the visual arts component of the Chandler Center.

Visitors to the Vision Gallery add to the economy as well as providing wall space for artists. The gallery has shown more than 300 artists over the years and reaches more than 2,000 students per year with its educational programs. “In the early ’90s, the city was going to expand the center and as part of that we created a storefront gallery space that we also used for educational programs as well. It was meant to showcase for interested developers what could be done with those old buildings.” The vision of converting an old building became Vision Gallery. Its exhibitions over the years have attracted thousands of arts lovers to Chandler. In 2008, the Vision Gallery moved to a new space on the ground floor of City Hall, at 10 E. Chicago St., where it continues to draw visitors to its varied exhibitions. “The Vision Gallery has changed over the years. It was originally designed as a retail gallery where artists could show and sell their work. Slowly, it altered into what it is now, more of an exhibitions program that is thematic. We have locally curated exhibitions that show local and regional talent.” SEE VISION PAGE 56

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Joe Bourne to bring soulful sounds to Chandler arts center BY CAITY HEMMERLE

Tucson entertainer Joe Bourne has performed alongside some of music’s top artists during his decades-long career. Now he’s bringing his Motown-themed show back to the Chandler Center for the Arts on Friday, Aug. 5. During the “Motown and Other Soul Gems” concert, the audience can expect to hear songs by Martha Reeves, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, The Temptations, The Supremes, Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, The Spinners, The O’Jays and more. Southern Arizona musicians will accompany him. “This will be my third visit to the Chandler Center for the Arts,” Bourne said. “The first time was in the summer of 2012 when I presented the concert ‘Remembering Mr. Cole’—a tribute to Nat King Cole. The last time was two years ago when we presented our Motown tribute.” Bourne has many programs in his repertoire. In addition to “Motown and Other Soul Gems,” he performs film- and Broadway-themed shows, the music of Burt Bacharach and Lou Rawls, jazz and blues songs as well as standards from the SEE BOURNE PAGE 56

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As You Wish sets August pottery class schedules As You Wish, the pottery painting place, has announced the schedule for August classes at its Chandler Studio, 2970 E. Germann Rd., Chandler. Paints, brushes and expert assistance are provided. • Aug. 5: beginning technique class focuses on creating a wanderlust platter for the adventurer at heart. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. $10 plus pottery of your choice. For 12 year olds to adults. • Aug. 6: work together during this Mommy and Me class to turn a handprint into a sunflower design. 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Toddlers/preschoolers and a parent. $20 all inclusive. • Aug. 11: home schoolers will learn techniques like masking, sponge painting and detailing to create a homework station memo board. 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. $25 all inclusive. • Aug. 26: beginning technique class teaches basic pottery painting techniques and how to use Spolvero graphite stencils to create a Scandinavian-inspired design of lovebirds. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. $10 plus

Three organizations receive arts grants worth $28K Home schoolers will learn masking, sponge painting and detailing techniques to create a homework station memo board on Thursday, Aug. 11, at As You Wish in Chandler.

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The Arizona Commission on the Arts has announced 239 grants to Arizona nonprofit arts organizations, local arts agencies, schools and community organizations, including three in Chandler. The Chandler Cultural Foundation will receive a $22,000 grant, while Children Choir and Chandler Symphony Orchestra each obtained $3,000 grants. The increased investment in arts organizations, festivals and communitybased programs was made possible through a $1.5 million allocation to the commission in the state’s fiscal year 2017 budget. Derived from interest accrued on the State’s rainy-day fund, these additional funds will bolster grants, programs and services that contribute to the growth of Arizona’s arts sector, enhance student learning, nurture artists’ creative and professional development, and preserve the rich traditions of Arizona communities. The three Chandler organizations received Community Investment Grants, one of four grant categories. The CIGs provide operating support to nonprofit

arts organizations. local arts agencies and tribal cultural organizations whose mission is to produce, present, teach or serve the arts. In accordance with the Arts Commission’s strategic plan and governing statutes, schools and nonprofit arts organizations are awarded grants based on such factors as community investment, quality of programming, fiscal ingenuity and responsible stewardship of public funds. Grant applications are reviewed within rigorous panel processes which are open to applicants and the public. Review panels are led by commissioners and are comprised of community leaders, volunteer experts, educators and arts practitioners from rural, urban and suburban areas throughout Arizona. Grant funds are provided by the State of Arizona and funding awarded annually to the Arts Commission by the National Endowment for the Arts. For information about the grants, services and programs of the Arizona Commission on the Arts, visit azarts.gov.

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VISION FROM PAGE 55

Faulhaber got into the business of the arts for very personal reasons. “The essence of wanting to participate in the arts is never for money. We do it for the love of it,” he said. “We help develop new artists for the future. That’s something we’re very proud of.” The arts are a big field. Why the visual arts specifically? “I had a background in visual arts and design, a real passion for it. I have a background in theater design before I started to work for Chandler.” Exhibitions at Vision have ranged from a show of painted tortoises to

a show called “The Little Black Dress,” curated by famed designer Robert Black. Faulhaber said he will soon retire from his position, but continue in the arts: “I don’t know what’s next, but I’m sure it will be arts-related in some manner. I’m a strong arts advocate and I believe that what the arts do for economic development and education is indispensable.” Vision Gallery is showing “A Group Effort,” an exhibition juried by the Chandler Commission on the Arts, through Aug. 27. For hours and additional information, go to visiongallery.org.

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Great American Songbook. “I also have a concert program with the blues and boogie-woogie pianist Arthur Migliazza,” Bourne said. Bourne explained that he was exposed to music at very young age. “In my household there was a lot of religious and classical opera music played on the radio as well as the popular music of the day,” Bourne said. “My father introduced me to the piano, and later I tried clarinet, steel guitar and acoustic guitar but chose to concentrate on singing.” He started performing at grammar school and church events, singing spirituals, barbershop harmonies and, later, doo-wop songs. Throughout high school he was also member of a jazz group. “After high school, music remained a hobby while I earned a living in restaurant management. In 1968, the opportunity arose to pursue music professionally,” Bourne said. “I performed in the living room of the Boston Playboy club, high-end restaurants and hotel resorts throughout the Boston, Washington, D.C., and Atlanta areas until 1975, at which time I moved to The Netherlands, where I had the opportunity to record and perform in radio and TV.” While there, he shared the stage with many American acts who toured Europe like The Manhattans, Nina Simone, Dionne Warwick, Ray Charles and others. “In 2000, I returned to the U.S. to southern Arizona where I continue to share my artistry as a vocalist and visual artist,” Bourne said. Bourne is referring to his artwork.

“In the mid-’90s, while on a cruise ship where I was the featured performer sailing between Manaus, Brazil and Cape Town, South Africa, I took a watercolor workshop,” Bourne explained. “From that moment on, you can find me with a microphone in one hand and paintbrush in the other, creating acrylic and encaustic artwork inspired by my music, my world travels and from the forms and rhythms of the desert: mountains, big skies and canyons.” Encaustic painting uses a wax-based paint (composed of beeswax, resin and pigment) that is kept molten on a heated palette. It is applied to an absorbent surface and then reheated in order to fuse the paint. At his show in Chandler, Bourne will sell his new CD, “Upbeat and Sweet,” which features 12 classic rock and pop songs by Bob Dylan, Fleetwood Mac, Peter Frampton, John Lennon and Paul McCartney. They are reimagined with jazz-infused arrangements. Joe Bourne performs at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, at the Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave. Tickets are free. For more information, call 480782-2680 or visit chandercenter.org.

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Classics return to the big screen at Harkins Theatres Harkins Theatres is continuing Tuesday Night Classics, with special presentations of classic films, 7 p.m. every Tuesday in July for only $5. The remaining films are “Terminator 2: Judgment Day” on July 19 and “Footloose” on July 26. The theaters are located at Chandler Fashion 20, Gateway Pavilions 18, Harkins Arrowhead Fountains 18, Harkins

Camelview 14 at Fashion Square, Queen Creek 14, Scottsdale 101 14, Superstition Springs 25 and Tempe Marketplace 16. Harkins offers curved wall-to-wall screens, leather reclining seats, loveseats, inlobby children’s play areas and an expanded selection of gourmet concessions. For a list of participating theaters, visit harkinstheatres.com/TNC.

Applications are now being accepted by Artists of the Superstitions for its 10th annual Artists Studio Tour, to be held Saturday, Nov. 5, and Sunday, Nov. 6. In addition to displaying original creations in painting, photography, glass, ceramics, woodworking, jewelry, fiber arts, gourds and other media, the artists will discuss their art and many will demonstrate their unique creative processes in their studio settings. Artists with studios in Gold Canyon and Apache Junction are invited to open their studios to the community and host other artists. Artists from surrounding areas may participate by displaying their work at one of these host studios. Interested artists should apply by submitting photos of recent work. Artists

must be approved for participation by the Artists of the Superstitions jury of artists and other professionals. The application packet, which includes the agreement for participation, fee and photos for jury consideration, must be postmarked by Aug. 1. Artists will be juried and notified by Aug. 7 of their status. The Artists Studio Tour began in 2007 and in 2015 over 55 artists working in various creative media participated in 18 local studios. To request an application by mail, send a self-addressed stamped envelope to Artists of the Superstitions, P.O. Box 6116, Apache Junction AZ 85178. Information: ArtistsoftheSuperstitions.com or artists. superstitions@gmail.com.

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Harpist named new CSO executive director BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI

Overseeing the business side of a 100-member, all-volunteer orchestra isn’t an easy job. But Pam Hahn, principal harpist for the Chandler Symphony Orchestra, is up for the task. Hahn went so far as to rally for the executive director position, which the board of directors created this year. She has served on the board of directors since 2011 and was its president—handling president and executive director jobs—for three years. “I’ve been trying to get it for about a year,” said Hahn, an Ahwatukee resident who served on that city’s Chamber of Commerce board of directors for seven years. “I tried to get the board to create the new position first of all. I had been doing the tasks involved in it the whole time I was president of the orchestra. It was time to separate this from the president duty and allow someone else to take over president of the board.” Offering concerts for free, the CSO began with an orchestra that Maestro Jack Herriman conducted at Mesa Community College. When the rehearsal space was no longer available in 1991, the majority of the orchestra formed the San Marcos Symphony two years later. In 2006, the orchestra was renamed the Chandler Symphony Orchestra, thanks to the support of the Chandler City Council and former mayor Boyd Dunn. Hahn began her role as CSO executive director on July 1 and is in charge of administering to the orchestra’s day-to-day executive tasks and decisions. With the 2017-2018 season, the CSO is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Hahn, who

has been with the orchestra since 1996, likens the CSO to an old friend. “I enjoy the people who are in the orchestra,” said Hahn, whose mother was a harpist. “The Chandler Symphony is known Valleywide as one of the friendliest orchestras. “There are some other orchestras that are like us. They don’t pay the musicians and don’t necessarily charge for admission. Well, some of them do. In the Chandler Symphony, a lot of us are old friends. We’ve been together for a long time. We care about each other and know each other very well. It’s a nice atmosphere.” It is in the CSO’s mission statement that tickets are to be free, except for its annual fundraiser. For more information, visit chandlersymphony.net. “Jack is adamant about that,” Hahn said. “We provide this great music to anybody who wants to hear it. You don’t have to go to a really great orchestra and pay a lot of money to hear some great music.” To compensate for the free tickets, CSO thrives on donations from the public and funds provided by the city of Chandler. Tickets for its fundraiser are, still, only $10. But it remains dedicated to the public. “We share the proceeds with Neighbors Who Care,” she said. The community is really important to us.” Hahn is looking forward to serving as executive director. “I know what makes a successful board and what makes a successful organization,” she said. “I want to try to get the orchestra to move forward a little bit. It’s not easy putting these productions together because they’re

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Intel named presenting sponsor of CCA summer shows Intel will serve as the presenting sponsor of the Chandler Center for the Arts’ 2016 On the House Free Summer Concert Series. Now in its 20th year, this free concert series will blend music from across major genres including the blues, bluegrass, classic rock, jazz, Latin, pop and R&B. “Intel is pleased to support the Chandler Center for the Arts mission to make visual and live performance arts accessible to the entire population by sponsoring the Free Summer Concert Series,” said Carlos Contreras, director of Intel’s Arizona Public Affairs Group. “One of Intel’s strategic values is to be an asset to our communities worldwide and what better way than to provide free access to a breadth of cultural experiences.” Chandler Center for the Arts offers Valley residents the opportunity to beat the heat and enjoy a total of five concerts this summer season, free of charge. The free concert series starts off with Jarabe Mexicano on Friday, July 29, at 7:30 p.m. This five-man group features the talents of lead vocalist Gustavo Alcoser, band leader Mario Equia on requinto (a small guitar), Kevin Lomez on vijuela (a guitar-shaped instrument associated with mariachi music), bassist Oskar Beckmann and percussionist Alex Tapia. The ensemble incorporates the diversity of their backgrounds and musical training into a vast Latin repertoire that includes traditional Boleros, Huapangos, Sones and Rancheras as well as contemporary Cumbias, reggae, doo wop, and American Standards. Next up is The Music of Motown starring Joe Bourne on Friday, Aug. 5, at 7:30 p.m. (See

related story Page 55.) The U.S. Navy Band Cruisers sail in on Sunday, Aug. 14, at 3 p.m. As the U.S. Navy’s premier contemporary entertainment ensemble, the Cruisers feature eight of the Navy’s most dynamic performers. Taking its name from the Navy’s versatile, flexible, multi-missioned ship—the Cruiser—the band lives up to its namesake by having the capabilities of playing genres of music ranging from jazz and standards, R&B, classic rock, adult contemporary and pop, as well as original material. This elite group has engaged and excited audiences of all ages throughout the U.S. and abroad with worldclass musicianship and high energy, fun-filled performances.

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we could not do it without the support of organizations like this year’s presenting sponsor, Intel.” “We’re excited to continue our annual tradition of free summer concerts at the Center with Intel as the presenting sponsor,” added Chandler Center for the Arts General Manager Michelle Mac Lennan. “This is a wonderful opportunity for the community to experience quality entertainment, visit our beautiful facility and find out what’s happening at the Chandler Center for the Arts.” For more information visit ChandlerCenter.org or call the box office at 480-782-2680.

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ON STAGE Brian Chartrand and the Voce Project, Friday, July 22, SCPA. Steely Dan meets James Taylor in this night of all-original songs by Phoenix local Brian Chartrand and his band of world-class musicians. Boz Scaggs, Tuesday, Jul 26, MAC. This Grammy Award-winner’s career dates back to the late ’60s with the Steve Miller Band. Jarabe Mexicano, Friday, July 29, CCA. Touring Mexico this summer under the auspices of the U.S. Department of State, they take their name from the Spanish reference to traditional forms of mariachi music. Sistahs Too, Friday, July 29, SCPA. Rochelle Raya’s and Lila Sherman’s newest blues project features sultry vocals, soulful harmonica and slide guitar. The Music of Motown starring Joe Bourne, Friday, Aug. 5, CCA. Travel back with Bourne and his eight-piece band and the timeless tunes of Smokey Robinson, The Supremes, Lionel Richie, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Martha Reeves, Michael Jackson and others. The Sugar Thieves Friday, Aug. 5, SCPA. Moving between blues, country, gospel, rock, and elements of jazz, The Sugar Thieves celebrate the American musical traditions. Robby Roberson Band, Friday, Aug, 12, SCPA. Influenced by music from John Lennon to Phillip Glass, Robby Roberson’s songwriting and vocals have an urban acoustic flavor.

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Tres Guitarras, Friday, Aug. 19, CCA. Flamenco, jazz and blues blend through the hands of guitarists and musical voices of Chris Jácome, flamenco; Bob Fahey, blues, and Stan Sorenson, jazz. Jay Allan & The Uncommon Good, Friday, Aug. 19, SCPA. Jay Allan’s funkyfolk, blues rock combines heartfelt and memorable lyrics with genre-bending styles and melodies. U.S. Navy Band Cruisers, Sunday, Aug. 14, CCA. This contemporary entertainment ensemble features eight of the Navy’s most dynamic performers. Cisco and the Racecars, Friday, Aug. 26, CCA. This bluegrass band features a full range of instruments, including banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, fiddle and cello. Inspiración Flamenca, Friday, Aug. 26, SCPA. Dancer Julia Chacon provides an authentic, powerful flamenco experience with beautiful costumes, fiery footwork, intricate guitar and soul-stirring vocals. Colvin & Earle, Saturday, Sept. 3, SCPA. Longtime friends and admirers Shawn Colvin and Steve Earle have united to record their self-titled debut, a true standout in careers already filled with pinnacles and masterpieces.

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An Evening with Pat Metheny, Friday, Sept. 16, SCPA. Metheny has won countless polls as “Best Jazz Guitarist” and awards, including three gold records and 20 Grammy Awards in 12 different categories. Joining him onstage will be MalaysianAustralian bassist Linda Oh, British pianist Gwilym Simcock and his longtime drummer Antonio Sanchez. Squeeze, Wednesday, Sept. 21, SCPA. Friends Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook formed the band in 1973 that, more than four decades later, still tours and reminds fans why they left such an indelible impression on the U.K.’s music scene. Seventh Annual Brazilian Day Festival, Saturday, Sept. 24, SCPA. The Valley’s largest and most authentic Brazilian Independence Day celebration, Brazilian Day Arizona features an exciting lineup of live Brazilian entertainment, including performances by Grupo Cupim do Samba, BatalaLA, Axe Capoeira, Axe Folclorico and more. Mary Chapin Carpenter, Sunday, Sept. 25, SCPA. Five-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee performs timeless hits from her expansive 14-album catalog and new songs Bernadette Peters, Saturday, Oct. 15, MAC. The three-time Tony Award winner who can be seen in the second season of the Golden Globe Award-winning series “Mozart in the Jungle,” will perform signature songs from the multitude of iconic shows in which she has starred. Angela Cheng and Alvin Chow, Friday, Nov. 18, GCAC. This husband-and-wife concert pianist duo plays compositions for one-hand, two hands and then fourhand compositions, showing the physical intricacies of two performers sharing the same instrument and creating tonal

colors across the entire keyboard. John Cleese and Eric Idle, Monday, Nov. 21, MAC. The founding members of Monty Python pioneered an irreverent, absurdist sensibility that is emulated by comics around the world. As individuals, they have written, performed and produced critically acclaimed shows such as “Spamalot,” “A Fish Called Wanda,” “Fawlty Towers” and “The Rutles.” Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox, Sunday, Nov. 27, MAC. A genre-busting, rotating collective of musicians and vocalists who reimagine modern pop hits in the style of jazz, ragtime and swing classics of the 1920s to 1950s. Chandler Symphony with Jim Curry, Saturday, Dec. 10, HCPA. Curry opens the show performing his John Denver holiday tribute followed by 18-time Emmy nominee Lee Holdridge conducting the symphony. Straight No Chaser, Saturday, Dec. 31, MAC. Formed years ago while students at Indiana University, the group has reemerged as a phenomenon with a massive fan base, more than 20 million YouTube views and numerous national TV appearances. Roots & Boots Tour, Friday, Jan. 27, CCA. Country music Aaron Tippin, Sammy Kershaw and Collin Raye. Neil Sedaka with The Phoenix Symphony, Friday, Feb 3, MAC. His impressive 50year career ranges from being one of the first teen pop sensations of the 50s, a songwriter for himself and other artists in the 60s, and a superstar in the 70s. Glenn Miller Orchestra, Sunday, Feb. 26, CCA. With its unique jazz sound, the resilient orchestra was formed in 1956 and has been touring consistently since, playing an average of 300 live dates a year all around the world.

ON STAGE VENUE INDEX CCA—Chandler Center for the Arts 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler Tickets: 480-782-2680, chandlercenter.org

HCPA—Higley Center for the Performing Arts 4132 E. Pecos Rd., Gilbert Tickets: 480-279-7194, higleycenter.org

GCAC—Gold Canyon Arts Council 6410 Kings Ranch Rd., Gold Canyon Tickets: 480-983-2171, gcac1.com

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SCPA—Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale Tickets: 480-499-8587, scottsdaleperformingarts.org

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Pinetop singer Zella Day is finding her way Pinetop native Zella Day is on a mission. The 21-year-old Bohemian-chic vocalist is striving to make it as a singer-songwriter not only in Los Angeles, where she relocated, but worldwide. Day is making strides. Her song “Hypnotic” has been played across the dial on SiriusXM as well as several terrestrial stations in her home state and beyond. “I’m doing what I came here to do, which is focus primarily on music and travel,” Day says via telephone from her Silverlake home. “I want to be able to create art out of my music in many different ways. I’m proud of what I’ve accomplished living in L.A.” Day, who released her debut studio album, “Kicker,” on Hollywood Records in 2015, has yet to hear her music on the radio, though. That may change with her critically acclaimed single “Mustang Kids,” released in June. “The radio stations that play my music are so spread out over the country,” she says. “It hasn’t really touched down in L.A. yet. I do have friends back home who hear it all the time. “I’ll be totally excited when it happens, though. It’s going to be a moment of validation for sure. There was so much work that went into it. I dedicated everything that I am, into this music career.” Arizona bred Growing up in Pinetop was

inspirational yet limiting for Day, whose other passion is soccer. “It was one of those environments where there was no pressure, it was accepting,” she says. “Being raised in Pinetop, I had a sheltered childhood. It was beautiful, serene and quiet. My mother and my grandmother, who passed away in 2002, were very artistic.” Day’s mother and grandmother owned a paint-your-own-pottery studio/ coffeehouse that hosted musicians every weekend. Day was one of those who hit the stage. “I felt comfortable whether I was playing Elvis covers on stage or playing some of the first songs I ever wrote about my first-grade crush. I was able to be exactly who I was as a child growing up. “I was inspired by my family and being in that environment around music and creativity. It was a very quiet, safe place to start writing music.” The singer left Pinetop three and a half years ago for California. She kickstarted her career before she departed Arizona. “I was already creating demos and having writing sessions in L.A. as well as Nashville,” she says. “I was working on my relationships and setting the groundwork for if and when I moved here. “When I did, it was the best thing for my career. I could completely give myself to what I was doing without distance being an obstacle.”

Zella Day grew up in Pinetop and now lives in California to pursue a music career.

Within proximity was Coachella, the two-weekend festival in Indio, California, that she played last spring. It paid off, as she garnered rave reviews for her music and her fashion sense. “Coachella was amazing,” says Day, who was excited to see Beach House, Chris Stapleton and LCD Soundsystem perform there. “There was a lot of prep and hard work that went into Coachella, including my outfits and my set. “It was challenging to be able to sustain a specific kind of energy for two weekends straight. It was amazing and I can’t wait to play it again; I hope I can play it again. It was great for me.” She also hopes to see her hometown friends when she returns to Arizona for two shows—July 27 with Fitz & The Tantrums at the Marquee in Tempe, and Aug. 5 with Michael Franti and Spearhead at Flagstaff’s

Pepsi Amphitheater. “I love going back home. I get to see familiar faces,” she says. “I don’t get to go very often. My dad, who was originally living in Arizona when we left to go to California, now lives in Colorado. I don’t have family there anymore. “I don’t go back for holidays. I’m so focused on what I’m doing here in California. But Arizona is so good and familiar.” Zella Day opens for Fitz & The Tantrums at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, at the Marquee, 730 N. Mill Ave., Tempe. Tickets are $26 to $36. For more information, call 480-829-0607 or visit luckymanonline. com. She also shares the stage with Michael Franti and Spearhead at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, at the Pepsi Amphitheater at Fort Tuthill Park, Flagstaff. Tickets are $31 to $45. For more information, visit pepsiamp.com.

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Growing up in Yavapai County near Sedona, Samuel Dolan had an idea of how a career in television and movies might unfold. “I worked with my dad often on horseback and was in the movie ‘Tombstone’ at the age of 13,” Dolan said. “I remember in one of the early scenes of the movie I was face to face with Kurt Russell.” During the last 20 years, Dolan, who relocated to Missoula, Montana, parlayed that early experience into directing and producing films and television documentaries about history, military strategy and law enforcement. Ultimately, he won an Emmy for the History Channel’s “A Distant Shore: African Americans of D-Day.” For his most recent work, though, Dolan has moved into the literary world with the book “Cowboys and Gangsters: Stories of an Untamed Southwest.” It chronicles prohibition era in Arizona, New Mexico and west Texas from 1915-1935. “There are stories from this period that really will blow your mind,” Dolan said. “This book introduces an assortment of Texas ranger and federal agent characters to readers. I did not want to write a Wyatt Earp story, because there were so many other great stories to be told.” One such riveting account, according to Dolan, involves “the robbery of the Baber-Jones Mercantile in Tempe in 1921. It resulted in the murder of local law

enforcement agent, Cyrus Spengler, and an 8-year old boy,” he said. “It was a bloody affair.” Dolan said his book brings to life the Southwest’s role in history during the tumultuous period of bootlegging, gangsters and smugglers. “While prohibition and its effects were nationwide, the Southwest was active because of its proximity to Mexico,” Dolan said. “Most people do not realize that Arizona became a dry state five years before the national prohibition, just three years after statehood.”

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Bringing history to life has been Dolan’s passion, however, that’s not the only thing that excites him. “I drew a lot of inspiration producing the National Geographic Channel series ‘Navajo Cops,’” said Dolan. “The bravery of the officers changed my life forever.” The reality show followed the officers of the Navajo Nation as they patrolled the Southwestern reservations. During the two years he worked on the show, Dolan was affected by the death of Sgt. Darrell C. Curley in 2011. “I met Curley while we were working on the pilot and he was a very decent man,” Dolan said. “His death was a real tragedy. I carry my memories of the time I spent riding with the Navajo Police with me all the time. Unforgettable. Such good men and women.” Dolan has since gone on to write, produce and direct the Military Channel’s “Warrior Samuel Dolan penned the book “Cowboys and Gangsters: Stories of an Untamed Southwest.” POV” and H2’s “Big History.” “I have a couple of ideas, untapped pools The first-time author, however, said he of stories that need to be told.” is going to continue his literary pursuits. The book is published by Rowman & “The timeline for this book was three Littlefield and is available online through years, I really enjoyed doing this and love Amazon and Barnes & Noble. the research, it was so gratifying,” he said.

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Holy Trinity’s Artist-in-Residence program brings pianist to services BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI

Pianist Amanda Sherrill feels right at home in church. As Holy Trinity Lutheran Church’s artist-in-residence through Aug. 14, Sherrill sees this opportunity as an extension of her lifelong love. “I’ve played in churches all of my life,” said Sherrill, an adjunct facility piano professor at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. “It feels very comfortable for me. An important part of my faith is sharing the gifts that God’s given me with other people.” The artist-in-residence program was designed and directed by professional opera singer and producer Earl Hazell. She will perform the passionate piano work of Rachmaninoff and the sixmovement “Partita in C Minor” by Bach. The Gilbert resident will present different movements from the piece on each Sunday. Sherrill is the second artist-inresidence this summer. Melissa Solomon, Arizona Opera soprano, served in the church through July 3. The final songs of her residency were in English (she

has sung sacred songs in German and Latin as well as English to date) and, while poignantly spiritual, also stirringly patriotic. So far, Hazell said, the program is going well. He started working as the church’s choir director in February after a stint with the Lyric Opera of Chicago. “It’s been very wonderful,” said Hazell, Trinity Lutheran’s interim choir director. “They’ve welcomed me with open arms and allowed me to bring in new ideas. “The church is going through a transition. It’s a remarkable period in the church’s history. Interim Senior Pastor Beverly Allert and Associate Pastor Scott Thompson are assisting me in making some extraordinary changes after 37 years. It’s a very exciting time for the church and the program they’ve given me license to build.” Church really powerful diff in community over the next couple years.” Holy Trinity Lutheran Church is located at 739 W. Erie St., Chandler. For more information, call 480-963-4127 or visit htlutheran.com.

Amanda Sherrill will perform during the 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Sunday services through Aug 14 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.

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Relishing the great mosaic of life after a college reunion BY RABBI DEAN SHAPIRO

My soul is smiling and my body is exhausted. I am returning to Arizona after a week at my 25th college reunion. It was magnificent. The quarter-century has flown by slow as quicksilver, and my classmates and I have traveled far. We have been to the classroom and the boardroom and the operating room. We have sailed the seven seas, been shipwrecked and rescued, and we have rescued others in turn. We have been broken down and we have been raised up, and we are somehow more whole for the experience. There was a profound honesty to the reunion, for maturity has taught us that posturing is pointless and that there’s precious little more meaningful than true human connection. We relished it.

The color of hope Barrenness surrounds me on a recent hike on South Mountain. The wildflowers are all gone. As is the red cactus fruit atop the saguaros. The hope of a future is dried up. Spent. In the midst of all the brown, I can’t help but notice the Palo Verde. The tree lives up to its Spanish translation of green stick, having tossed aside all its leaves in the heat. The leaves are spent so the tree can survive the drought of summer. It is the rhythm of the desert. Spring and summer. Fruit and dormancy. Activity and rest. Writer Adam C McHugh ponders in “The Listening Life:” “The drama that plays out in (nature) so often parallels and even affects the drama that acts in us. Perhaps the seasons are a lesson book for the soul, instructing us when to move fast and when to slow down, when to act and when to rest, when to focus on the world outside and when to...go down deep.” Summer in the desert is the rhythm of going deep. I am trying to embrace this

I talked to hundreds of people. Some remembered a play I had been in or a joke I had told. Others asked where my long curly hair had gone. These classmates have held a memory of me for all these years like a secret treasure. They willingly returned it to me, so that I could see my younger self reflected in their eyes. College students are, I realize, a bit like stem-cells: They still can become just about anybody. It was a rare blessing to return to that phase of life, to strip away the masks we all wear – boss, mother, husband, addict – and be our unadulterated selves once more, around people who see us still as we once were, full of possibility and unencumbered by the detritus of life, the roles and titles and demands and accomplishments that hide who we truly

truth for I have known the spending. The casting off of leaves in drought. I have been the bare stick. And you? How about you? Brittle? Used up? Barely hanging on? If you are in the forgetting season of unending heat and no rain, remember that even in the scorching sun, the bark of the Palo Verde remains green. The tree does not cast off the color of hope. Also, according to the Arizona Desert Sonora Museum website, if you would cut into the trunk, you would discover no growth rings. The tree does not record the years of drought it has experienced. The green trunk contains the promise of a future. With hope. Lynne Hartke blogs at www. lynnehartke.com. She is the wife of Pastor Kevin Hartke of Trinity Christian Fellowship in Chandler, 50 S. McQueen Rd. For information, visit tcfchandler.org or call 480-963-7698. Hartke’s first book comes out with “Revell” in 2017.

are as human beings. If you wear a mask long enough, you might start to mistake it for your own face. You might forget who you really are. Being at reunion helped me remember the true “happy, curly Dean,” as someone described me. That’s a gift we all need from time to time. As I wandered the dark wood dining hall, I noticed as never before the busts and paintings that grace its walls; monuments to the great men – professors and funders – who made the university what it is. I will never be among them. That’s all right, for I am no piece of granite, smooth and stagnant. And I am no painting, all surface and no substance. My life is more like a mosaic. I am composed of thousands of pieces,

each one a moment, an experience, an interaction. Some are polished and some are chipped. Some shimmer and some are covered in soot. And as I looked across the vast hall, I realized that so many of the pieces that compose my life are shared with my friends that there is no true division between my mosaic and theirs, between my life and theirs. Our lives merge into each other’s, as they do with all those we encounter, whether we share a minute or a lifetime together. And those lives, in turn, merge into the lives of all they encounter, until they connect with all others across time and space. Truly, no one stands alone. We are all part of the great and endless mosaic that is life itself. Rabbi Dean Shapiro is the spiritual leader of Temple Emanuel of Tempe.

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Call ahead to confirm information, as details occasionally change after print. If you have a recurring monthly support group or meeting you would like listed in Spiritual Connections, email complete details to news@santansun.com. SUNDAYS Celebration Service 10:30 a.m. Sundays All with peaceful beliefs are welcome to this inclusive, loving, thriving UNITY Community. Join the group at 10 a.m., proceeding the service, for fellowship. Youth and toddlers meet during service. Interfaith CommUNITY Spiritual Center, 952 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 102, Mesa. Info: (480) 593-8798, www.interfaith-community.org Kids’ Sunday School 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sundays Unity of Tempe, formerly Unity of Chandler, 1222 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 103, Tempe. Info: (480) 792-1800 Lift Your Spirit 10 a.m. Sundays Hear inspirational messages and music. Unity of Tempe, formerly Unity of Chandler, 1222 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 103, Tempe. Info: (480) 792-1800 St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church 7:30 a.m. daybreak contemplative worship 9 a.m. traditional worship and choral music 11 a.m. contemporary worship with live Christian rock band There is also a service at 12 p.m. Wednesdays. St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 901 W. Erie St., Chandler. Info: (480) 899-7386, www.saintmatthewschurch.org. MONDAYS The Art of Parenting 7:30 p.m. Mondays Six-session course from the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute and presented by Rabbi

Mendy Deitsch of Chabad of the East Valley, designed to help parents at all levels of Jewish knowledge develop their own parenting philosophies and techniques. Cost is $99. Pollack Chabad Center for Jewish Life, 875 N. McClintock Dr., Chandler. Info: (480) 855-4333, rabbi@chabadcenter.com TUESDAYS Silva Class and Meditation 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays Learn the Silva method with Lois Britland. Unity of Tempe, formerly Unity of Chandler, 1222 E. Baseline Rd, Suite 103, Tempe. Info: (480) 792-1800. Career Connectors 8:30 a.m. to noon, fourth Tuesday of month Nonprofit organization connecting professionals in career transition to highquality resources and hiring companies; each event includes professional career speakers with presentations on relevant job search topics, three to four hiring companies, networking, resume help, career coaches, LinkedIn coaches and business portraits. Central Christian Church, Gilbert Campus/Student Center, 965 E. Germann Rd., Gilbert. Info: www.careerconnectors.org, (480) 442-5806 Christian Business Networking, Tri-City Chapter—Chandler, Tempe, Mesa 7:15 a.m. Tuesdays Offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals. Crackers and Co. Café, 535 W. Iron Ave., Mesa. Info: Maia, (480) 425-0624, www.christianbusinessnetworking.com

Christian Business Networking, Chandler Bi-Monthly Chapter 7:45 a.m. second and fourth Tuesdays each month Offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals. Chandler Christian Church, Building B, Room 202, 1825 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler. Info: Maia, (480) 425-0624, www.christianbusinessnetworking.com HOPE—Help Overcoming Painful Experiences 7 p.m. Tuesdays Free weekly small group sessions helping people overcome emotional pain caused by divorce, grief, addictions and more; free child care for children ages 10 and younger. Desert Springs Church, 19620 S. McQueen Rd., Room 106, Chandler. Info: hope4all@ comcast.net, www.helpovercomingpainfulexperiences.org Shalom Chapter of Hadassah 11:30 a.m. second Tuesday of each month Iron Oaks (Oakwood) Clubhouse, 24218 S. Oakwood Blvd., Sun Lakes. Info: Cyril, (480) 802-0243; Kathy, (480) 895-5194; Shirley, (480) 883-9159; or Joyce, (480) 802-4902. Monthly Women’s Fellowship 6:15 p.m. fourth Tuesday of each month The monthly fellowship Bible study with the East Valley Chapter of Christian Women’s Devotional Alliance “ministers to women’s spiritual, emotional and physical needs.” Best Western-Mezona 250 W. Main St., Mesa. Info: (480) 232-3773 Narcotics Anonymous (Nar-Anon)— Chandler Chapter 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays Twelve-step program for families and friends of addicts. Faith Community

Church, 1125 N. Dobson Rd., Chandler. Info: www.nar-anon.org WEDNESDAYS Panic Healing 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Wednesday Receive a 15-minute energetic tune-up. Unity of Tempe, formerly Unity of Chandler, 1222 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 103, Tempe. Info: (480) 792-1800. Gong Meditation and Yoga Nidra 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. third Wednesday Presented by Will Zecco, gong master. Bring yoga mat, blanket and pillow as desired. Love offerings will be accepted. Interfaith CommUNITY Spiritual Center, 952 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 102, Mesa. Info: (480) 593-8798 or www.interfaith-community.org. “A Course in Miracles” with the Rev. Julianne Lewis 1 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Wednesdays The weekly group is an interactive time of learning and sharing, appropriate for course beginners, as well as long-time students of ACIM. Interfaith CommUNITY Spiritual Center, 952 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 102, Mesa. Info: (480) 593-8798, www.interfaith-community.org The Art of Parenting 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays Six-session course from the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute and presented by Rabbi Mendy Deitsch of Chabad of the East Valley, designed to help parents at all levels of Jewish knowledge develop their own parenting philosophies and techniques. Cost is $99. Chandler Jewish Community Center, 908 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler. Info: (480) 855-4333 or rabbi@chabadcenter.com

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Real Love Support Group 6:30 p.m. Thursdays For those who have a desire to acquire more “real love” and in the process find great personal happiness and more fulfilling relationships. Love offering requested. Unity of Tempe, formerly Unity of Chandler, 1222 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 103, Tempe. Info: (480) 792-1800

Healing Prayer and Meditation Circle 7 to 8:15 p.m. Wednesdays Guided prayer, affirmations and visualization for those facing physical, emotional, mental or spiritual issues in their lives. Love offering requested. Unity of Tempe, formerly Unity of Chandler, 1222 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 103, Tempe. Info: (480) 792-1800

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Meditation Moments 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. third Wednesday of the month An interactive time of learning and sharing, appropriate for course beginners, as well as long time students of ACIM. Interfaith CommUNITY Spiritual Center, 952 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 102, Mesa. Info: (480) 593-8798 or www.interfaith-community.org St. Mathew’s Episcopal Church 12 p.m. Healing and Eucharist service St. Mathew’s Episcopal Church, 901 W. Erie St., Chandler. Info: (480) 899-7386, www.saintmatthewschurch.org. THURSDAYS Women’s Empowerment & Awakening 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. third Thursday Release negative beliefs. Unity of Tempe, formerly Unity of Chandler, 1222 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 103, Tempe. Info: (480) 792-1800. A Course in Miracles 7 p.m. first, second and fourth Thursday Unity of Tempe, formerly Unity of Chandler, 1222 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 103, Tempe. Info: (480) 792-1800. Empower Model for Men 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays The three-class series is taught by author Scott E. Clark and designed to offer practical wisdom and tools to help men shift into their higher consciousness, based on the seven-step empower model detailed in Clark’s book, “Empower Model for Men.” Cost is $85. Unity of Tempe, formerly Unity of Chandler, 1222 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 103, Tempe. Info: (480) 792-1800

Temple Havurat Emet 7:30 p.m. first Friday of each month Lecky Center, Robson Library. 9330 E. Riggs Rd., Sun Lakes. Info: www.templehavuratemet.org Grief 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. every Friday Each session presents a 45-minute videotape of expertise of counselors, pastors and others who have coped with grief and understand its effects and the steps toward healing. Each week a different stand-alone topic is presented as part of 13 sessions. Discussion follows, but participation is entirely voluntary. Call (480) 895-1088 for information. The program is offered at First Baptist Church Sun Lakes. SATURDAYS Spirit Night—Psychic Fair 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. third Saturday of each month The “Lightworkers” offer a wide range of services including Reiki, facials, mediums, drumming, tarot, angel messages and more. Services range from $20 to $30. Cash only. Interfaith CommUNITY Spiritual Center, 952 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 102, Mesa. Info: www.interfaith-community.org; heatherposey70@gmail.com. Spirit Night – A Holistic Healing Festival 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. third Saturday of the month Lightworkers offer a wide range of services including Reiki, facials, mediums, drumming, tarot, angel messages and more. Services range from $20 to $30. Interfaith CommUNITY Spiritual Center, 952 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 102, Mesa. Info: www.interfaith-community.org or heatherposey70@gmail.com Unity Drumming and Healing Circle 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. fourth Saturday of each month Beginner, expert drummers and observers welcome. Bring snack, appetizer or dessert to share. Love donation accepted.

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Positive Mental Health program set for SLUMC Sun Lakes United Methodist Church is offering a free program to the community called “Positive Mental Health and Coping Strategies” on Wednesday, July 20. The program will focus on the benefits of positive mental health, proven principles and practices shown to boost happiness levels, and ways to manage life stress in healthy ways. There will be a Q & A session after the program. The presenter is Deb Ralston, MC, LPC, NCC, independent professional counselor, and counselor at SLUMC Counseling Services. Ralston was born in Missouri and grew up in Arizona following her parents’ move here. She attended ASU and earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology, and a master’s in counseling. Ralston met her

husband, Bob, in church in 2005. They share five adult children and six grandchildren. Her early career concentrated on counseling of abused and neglected children. She has developed clinical programs and provided clinical supervision of other therapists. She has taught counseling students at the undergraduate and graduate level. She is past board president of Child Abuse Prevention Arizona (2001). She most recently counseled grandparents raising their grandchildren for an Arizona nonprofit. “Positive Mental Health and Coping Strategies” will be held from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in room 4 of the church’s Education Building, 9248 E. Riggs Rd., Sun Lakes. For more information and to RSVP, call Parish Nurse Maureen at 480-895-8766.

Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation sets remaining 2016 schedule The Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation (SLJC) recently celebrated Rabbi Irwin Wiener’s bar mitzvah year with a service featuring special guests and an Oneg with homemade baked goods. SLJC is an established reform congregation that meets at the Sun Lakes Chapel. In July and August, a rabbinicled twilight service is held at 5:30 p.m. in the Sun Lakes Chapel. Services provide opportunities to meet people, connect with Judaism and learn. New attendees are invited to be introduced at the service. In June SLJC held its annual healing service. Wiener and Cantor Ronda Polesky led the group in prayer and song encouraging the congregation to reflect on healing and how the public can understand

the difficult times. Polesky and the group sang “Heal Us Now” by Leon Sher. At this service, Ella Lerner celebrated her 95th birthday. Lerner is a long-time member of the congregation who survived four concentration camps during the Holocaust. She is a native of Prague and came to the United States via Australia. She joined her parents in Forest Hills, New York, before moving to Arizona 33 years ago. The congregation has revealed its schedule through December. • 5:30 p.m. Aug. 12, twilight service • 7:30 p.m. Sept. 9, Shabbat service, welcome new and prospective members. • October High Holiday Services: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 2 is Erev Rosh Hashana; 10 a.m. Oct. 3 is Rosh Hashana; 7:30 p.m. Oct. 11 is Kol Nidre;

10 a.m. Oct. 12 is Yom Kippur; Oct. 23 is Sukkot/Simchas Torah celebration. • 7:30 p.m. Nov. 11, Shabbat service honoring veterans • 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9, Shabbat service celebrating Hanukkah. SLJC dues are $150, which includes a High Holiday ticket. Additional tickets for guests, family, significant others and friends can be purchased at www. sunlakesjewishcongregation.org. The Book of Remembrance, in which the congregation honors and memorializes departed family members, is under construction. Adult education classes in the fall will include a Hebrew class on learning to be a Gabbai, or a person who assists in the running of synagogue services.

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Local companies, organizations lining up to feed starving children BY COTY DOLORES MIRANDA

The Ahwatukee Foothills Chapter of the National Charity League believes in mother-daughter philanthropic giving and hands-on volunteering, and one of its longest-running activities is the annual Feed My Starving Children MobilePack. The local chapter will be joining many other Ahwatukee and East Valley nonprofits, businesses and individuals volunteering to pack MannaPack meals at the Phoenix Convention Center July 2931. Feed My Starving Children is aiming to pack 1 million meals for distribution to children worldwide. The National Charity League’s Ahwatukee chapter participated in only one other MobilePack, but its members have been supporting the Christian nonprofit organization for 10 of the chapter’s 12 years. “Since 2014, we’ve donated 1,068 hours to Feed My Starving Children,” said Melissa Singer Pressman, the chapter’s vice president of philanthropy. For this MobilePack, 58 pairs of mothers and daughters are volunteering, among them SingerPressman and her two daughters, Madeline, 15, and Meredith, 13, both Ahwatukee Basis students. “I think Feed My Starving Children is a great opportunity to open the eyes of our own children to what’s going on around the world, and because it focuses on feeding children,” she said. “It’s fun to do, and at the end, we learn the (MannaPacks) group tallies and shift tallies and sometimes that’s just amazing!”

MannaPacks are small pouches of either rice or potato mixes that include vitamins, minerals and dehydrated vegetables. Their Potato D pack is specially formulated to help recovery from diarrhea, the number one cause of death of malnourished children. Children’s Dental Village Pediatric Dentistry of Tempe is assembling its employees and dentists and expects 20 or more to attend the MobilePack – the clinic’s first, though employees often volunteer for local packing efforts. “Our team enjoys the camaraderie of doing this together,” said spokesperson Leslie Barrett. “It’s also one of the opportunities where we can include our spouses and children.” Former Major League Baseball All-Star pitcher Russ Ortiz is another long-time supporter of Feed My Starving Children, along with his friend LJ Richardson, vice president of operations for Ortiz’s notfor-profit golf apparel company, 2GG Apparel, of Mesa. They already have their two-hour packing time assignments. “This is our second time being a part of the big meal packing downtown, though we’ve done many more at the FMSC packing facility. Between our family and friends, we’ll have 30 volunteers at the meal packing,” said Richardson. “Because Feed My Starving Children is our primary benefactor from the sale of our men’s clothing,” he added, “it’s only fitting we get involved in as many ways as possible.”

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His company donates 20% of each golf shirt sale to the nonprofit. Tempe’s Desert Cross Lutheran Church is one of many area churches readying for MobilePack. Associate pastor Matt Dobyns said the church was involved with Feed My Starving Children before the organization had a permanent Arizona packing facility. “Years ago, all Feed My Starving Children packing events were MobilePacks. This year, as with previous years, we’ve opened this event to anybody in our congregation who wishes to serve,” said Dobyns. “We’ll have children serving alongside senior members of the Desert Cross community and we love this dynamic because in many ways we are training young ones to serve and be generous, while deepening the passion our senior members have for this ministry,” he added. Joy Petroff, Desert Cross team leader for the Turn Hunger into Hope-Phoenix MobilePack, said her church has secured 100 volunteer spots this year because last year’s volunteers were so energized by their experience. “Last year we had around 75 participants, so we’ve upped the team size to allow more folks to join in,” said Petroff. “When I began volunteering with Feed My Starving Children, I bought a t-shirt that stated, ‘One in seven children go hungry every day.’ The current t-shirt states ‘One in nine children go hungry every day.’ That’s a wonderful change in six years,” Petroff said, adding:

“And, it’s fun to pack, joining with friends, family and strangers to be a part of ‘when I was hungry, you fed me.’” Devon and Cindy Dickinson of Chandler will participate in their second MobilePack and they’ve recruited a group to join them. “I’m bringing 50 people to pack at the million meal pack. At first I thought it would be hard to find 50 volunteers, but I soon found out that it is easy because people are excited to come,” said Cindy Dickinson. The Dickinsons and their children Kylie, 14, Jake, 13, Nate, 11, and Sophie, 8, have been year-round supporters of Feed My Starving Children for three years. “I first found out about Feed My Starving Children when my daughter’s Girl Scout team went to pack. Later this summer, I’ll be bringing my son’s soccer team to pack. It will be a great fundraiser and team-building event,” Cindy Dickinson said. “I love participating in this event because it’s something my entire family can be involved with, even my young children! It is an opportunity to serve locally and impact the world right from Arizona,” she added. On July 31, Feed My Starving Children will host a half-hour 9 a.m. worship service at the Convention Center, prior to the 10 a.m. packing. The featured speaker is a pastor from the Ghana Christian Mission, one of the organization’s feeding site partners in 70 countries. Information: www.FMSC.org

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