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Page 12 Just 4 Kids Sponsored by City of Chandler Recreation Division
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Volunteering provides teens with tangible and intangible benefits By Alison Stanton
Every other Tuesday, friends Aundrea DeGravina and Shea Van Slyke head to Longfellow Elementary School in Mesa to spend about an hour and a Alejandra a feeling of productivity that also a senior at Hamilton High half with a group of sixth she really cherishes. School, spends time each grade girls. Aundrea and Shea, “Volunteering encourages selflessness month volunteering at the who are seniors at Hamilton and cooperation,” she says. India Association of Phoenix, High School in Chandler, “Learning to work with others in and during basketball season founded the club, which they order to achieve a goal of helping somehe can be found at the YMCA call Longfellow Ladies. one else—like a scared freshmen, a tired coaching third and fourth The two spend time with athlete running against cancer, or a lowgrade competitive basketball. the younger girls doing fun income family struggling to put food on During the past two sumactivities like cupcake the table—can teach you a lot about the mers, Siddharth has put in decorating, painting, more than 90 hours working in kind of person you want to be. There's tea parties and a mini-yoga no way of measuring the true benefits of the Volunteen program at class, while also helping them HAPPY TO HELP: Aundrea volunteering, both for yourself, and for to build character, confidence DeGravina has volunteered Chandler Regional and Mercy everyone around you.” and self-esteem. for numerous organizations Gilbert medical centers, where over the past few years, Mindy Elias, branch executive of the he worked at the front desk “This project is very including helping out at Boys & Girls Club Compadre Branch in and guided hospital visitors involved, as it is us two church festivals, packing Chandler, says she also enjoys seeing how and patients to their desired planning the logistics; food boxes for Feed My the dozen or so teenagers who take part locations. however, we feel that this Starving Children, and “The best part of volunteering in the club’s Leaders in Training program project is rewarding, and handing out backpacks and clothing for Operation is of course the satiseach summer grow as people. seeing these girls blossom Back to School for the “They definitely mature a faction, but I think into their tween years is a CUSD. She says she feels lot from the beginning of the the exposure that volfeeling that can’t be strongly that everybody summer to the end,” she says. unteering gives an described,” says Aundrea, 17. should do what they can “They often make comAundrea and Shea are two to make the Earth a better individual is really ments like ‘I didn’t realize how underrated,” of many teens in the Chandler place. Submitted photo much work you guys do here,’ Siddharth says, area who regularly devote or ‘I couldn’t believe how time to volunteering. In addition to going adding that for him, volunteerexhausted I was at the end of ing is something he truly enjoys, to school, doing their homework and the day.’ The teenagers are and is not merely an activity to hanging out with friends and family, learning responsibility and add to his college resume. teenagers are finding out that helping that is something they will “Working with the elderly, others is an extremely rewarding experichildren, people of different ence that helps them to grow as people. LEARNING BY VOLUNTEER- keep with them throughout their entire lives.” ethnicities, and people in need ING: Shea Van Slyke says During her high school career that volunteering is one of Like Shea, Siddharth and Aundrea has volunteered for many differ- has definitely enhanced my the most rewarding ways to Alejandra, Aundrea says she communication skills. Now I give back. She especially ent organizations, including her church, the Salvation Army, and Chandler Flower am no longer afraid to talk to enjoys meeting the people definitely enjoys the time she anyone, and volunteering at a she is helping, and the way spends volunteering. Girls, which is a part of the Chandler “We were all put on this variety of places has taught me that donating her time can Service Club. broaden her perspective on Earth, and we should leave it how to deal with all kinds of “Through the Flower Girls organizalife. Submitted photo better than when we entered people.” tion, I was able to participate in events Stacey Cunningham, a guidance coun- it—that is my motto,” she says. like Operation Back to School for the “Seeing the smiling faces is why I volselor at Basha High School and sponsor CUSD,” she says, adding that she thorunteer, the great feeling of giving back to of the Leo Club, the school’s serviceoughly enjoyed handing out backpacks the community is something that you based club for students, regularly works and clothing items to children. cannot describe with words—it is only a with students who volunteer their time “I even had the opportunity to take a feeling you can get through volunteering.” to do community service projects like child school shopping at Target. We were given $150, a list of needed supplies, and food drives. She sees first-hand how volAlison Stanton is a freelance writer who unteering and helping others increases buddy to shop with. It was fun to take lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at the students’ awareness of the needs of these kids shopping while helping them Alison@SanTanSun.com. the community. at the same time.” “It also helps students to appreciate Shea, 17, who has also volunteered what they have and to develop compaswith the Chandler Flower Girls project, regularly donates her time working at the sion for others who are less fortunate,” she says. Broadway Corridor Community Center, Resources Alejandra Charcas, 17, is vice presiwhere she helps with child care, planBooks: dent of the Leo Club. The high school ning a community party, and helping in • “Giving Back: Discover Your Values and Put senior spends an average of 13 hours a the center’s store. Them Into Action Through Volunteering and month volunteering, including teaching In addition to having the opportunity Donating,” by Steven P. Ketchpel Ph.D. to give back to her community, Shea says a religious education class at her church, • “Catch the Spirit: Teen Volunteers Tell How They tutoring underclassmen, and working at that volunteering also helps her to learn Made a Difference,” by Susan K. Perry, (Author) her school’s freshmen orientation, which and expand her horizons. • “Volunteering: The Ultimate Teen Guide (It “The world is so much bigger than my she says she especially enjoys. Happened to Me),” by Kathlyn Gay “On the day of orientation, we receive own, and volunteering has broadened a group of freshmen and we take them my perspective. I'd encourage people to Websites: around the school, show them where get involved in volunteering, because • helpguide.org/life/volunteer_opportunities_ their classes will be, where the buildings when you invest the time, it is always benefits_volunteering.htm and bathrooms are, and answer their worth it." • clubzona.org/character-leadership-development/ questions about high school,” she says. Siddharth Mehta, 16, also has a very • http://kidshealth.org/teen/school_jobs/jobs/ Spending time volunteering gives full volunteer plate. Siddharth, who is volunteering.html
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Camp-Read-A-Lot Study Club Teen Movie Night
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Sneezing with your eyes open is impossible Worms 10 Wiggle Knit Happens
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Hummingbirds can fly backward Baby Time Kids Club Story Book Art Messy Creations Behind Scenes Tour The Truth About...
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Baby Time 18 Kids Club Seminar for Parents Family Fun Night Seminar for Parents LEGO Club Time 25 Baby Kids Club Behind the Scenes Tour The Truth About...
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Family 7 SanTan Fun Arrives!
Did you know: Butterflies taste food while standing on top of it
Play on the Go Taylor Morrison Grandparents Day
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Full Moon Hike
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Getting Ready for Oktoberfest TRC Basketball Clinic
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9, 23 Study Club, 4-5 p.m. Grades 5-12.
10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26 Tumbleweed Tots, 9-11 a.m. This
a.m. - noon. Story time and hands-on activities for parents and children. Take-home activities will also be provided. Walk in, no registration. Conference Room B at Maricopa County Library District’s Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert. 602-652-3000, www.mcldaz.org.
Looking for a quiet spot to get some homework done? Need a place to study for a test or work on a group project? Maybe you could use some help getting started on a research paper? Come check out the Study Club! We’ll have a quiet space, some computers to work on, and a librarian on hand to help you with research. We’ll also show you a few tools you can use to help make your work a little easier. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert. 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.
indoor play area is designed for children ages 5 and younger to play under parental/guardian supervision. This fun, safe and clean area will have plenty of toys, equipment and activities that are sure to keep the kids entertained. There is a maximum of four children per adult. Fee included in all TRC family passes. Tumbleweed Recreation Center, 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler.
9, 10, 16, 17, 24, 30 Wiggle Worms, 10:30-11 a.m. Age-
Southeast Regional Library. Ages 0-18 months with one parent or caregiver. Infant Lap-sit is a special story time designed to encourage development of language and motor skills by incorporating stories with simple songs, rhymes, movement activities and finger plays. No registration needed, however, attendance is limited to 20 per session. To provide quality one-on-one bonding time, siblings may not attend with the infant and parent. Tickets will be distributed at 11:10 a.m. near The Dig. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert. 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.
Taylor Morrison—Adora Trails Community Clubhouse Celebration, 11a.m.-2 p.m. at Adora Trails Clubhouse, 7465 S. Adora Blvd., Gilbert. Join Taylor Morrison to celebrate the newly expanded community clubhouse at its planned community of Adora Trails. Bring the whole family and enjoy cold sandwiches, swimming, face painting, balloon artists for the kids and giveaways. Don’t forget to tour its 10 model homes. Free to the public. 480-988-9098, adoratrails.com.
Grandparents Day Crafts and Fun, 1-5 p.m. Make a special gift for grandparents at Hamilton Library. Celebrate all afternoon with crafts, snacks and activities to show how special grandparents are. Two special movies ages 4 and older. Registration required. Hamilton Library, 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler. 480-782-2800, chandlerlibrary.org
8, 15, 22, 29 ArtVille at Arizona Museum for Youth, noon-4 p.m. More than just a play space, ArtVille is an aesthetic, engaging environment designed with the unique requirements of those younger than 5. Young crawlers to curious toddlers will keep busy in a town built to cultivate awareness of color, line, shape and texture. Largerthan-life crayons, paintbrushes and glitter glue can be found at every corner emphasizing the town philosophy of artistic exploration. Included in the Arizona Museum for Youth admission fee. ArtVille is especially for children birth through 4 years. Older children may visit but only as helpers. Museum for Youth, 35 N. Robson, Mesa. 480-6442467, arizonamuseumforyouth.com
9, 16, 23 Camp-Read-A-Lot, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Readers in grades K-3 are invited for Camp-Read-A-Lot where they will be paired with a teen reading buddy for 45 minutes each week. This is not tutoring, just enjoy books with a new buddy. Registration is required. Hamilton Library, 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler. 480-782-2800.
appropriate stories and activities for little wigglers. Ages 18 months to 3 1/2 years. If you are bringing older siblings, they must also be registered. Caregivers must stay in the room and sit with their children the whole time. If it is not a story time kind of day for your child, it is OK to leave and try again another day. Doors close promptly at 10:30 a.m. Registration needed. Perry Branch Library, 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd., Gilbert. 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.
10, 24 Knit Happens, 2:30-3:45 p.m. Teens looking to earn hours for community service. Continue the tradition of fun, food and friendship—all skill levels welcome. Current service project is lap-sized blankets for Project Linus! Newsstand Room, Perry Branch Library, 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd., Gilbert, 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.
10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26 All-Ages Story Time, 10:30-11 a.m. Tuesday, 10:30-11 a.m. and 11:15-11:45 a.m. Wednesday and 10:30-11 a.m. Thursday. Intended for toddlers through age 5. Meet in The Dig, for a fun story time, including stories, finger plays and songs. Learn letters, sounds and have fun with music and movement activities! Please note that for safety and comfort, sessions are limited to 60 people, including caregivers. Free tickets are required and distributed on a first-come, firstserved basis. Tickets will be available in the youth services area 20 minutes before story time begins. Parents/caregivers are expected to stay with children during story time. Families only; no tickets will be issued to day care or preschool groups. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert. 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.
10, 17, 24 Infant Lap-Sit, 11:15-11:45 a.m.
11 Story Book Art, 3-4 p.m. Children ages 9-12 years can explore the beautiful, unique, and often humorous artwork of children’s illustrators. Practice concepts, styles and principles of art in our Story Book Art hour. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert. 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.
Messy Creations: Shake, Drop & Roll, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Children will learn to paint using a variety of methods and materials from your pantry. Create a masterpiece that is sure to capture the sparkle of imagination and surprise the senses. For children ages 2-5, adult must accompany child. Maximum of 12 children, minimum of five. Cost for members is $5, nonmembers $12. Arizona Museum for Youth, 35 N. Robson St., Mesa. 480-644-3689 or 480-644-3690.
11, 25 Behind the Scenes Tour with Curator, 2-2:30 p.m. Join Curator of Collections, Holly Young, for a “behind the scenes” tour of the museum. This tour is open to walk-in visitors with paid museum admission. Learn about the artifacts that are not on display in the museum and see
how museums care for their collections. This is a first come, first serve tour. Space is limited. Sign up at the front desk to reserve a spot. Pueblo Grande Museum, 4619 E. Washington St., Phoenix. 602-495-0901, pueblogrande.com.
The Truth About, 6-7 p.m. Youth ages 12-17 years are invited to learn about different topics like applying for college and financial aid, how to open and manage a checking account, resume writing, workplace etiquette and more. Registration is required, deadline is day of program. Cost is $3 for residents, $5 for nonresidents. Community Center, 125 E. Commonwealth Ave., Chandler. 11, 18, 25 Baby Time, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Babies accompanied by a caregiver have fun sharing books, lap-sit songs and rhymes, puppets, music and shakers, and the parachute. Learn tips to build a foundation for reading. Playtime follows program. No registration needed but please arrive on time. Ages 0-20 months. Older siblings may not attend due to safety issues. Perry Branch Library, 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd., Gilbert. 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.
Kids Club, powered by National Geographic Kids, 10-11a.m. Join them in the Gap wing near the Food Court now through mid-November! It's fun to watch what animals do at the zoo. Some may roar, spit or burp and others may find some water to squirt. Chandler Fashion Center, 3111 W Chandler Blvd., Chandler. 480- 812-8488.
12 Plant Tour of Pueblo Grande, 10-11 a.m. Discover some of the edible and medical plants of the southwest on an abbreviated walk along the trail at Pueblo Grande. What desert plant has “gone to the moon?” A knowledgeable guide will identify plant as well as many other useful desert flora and some of the traditional crops. This program is free with paid museum admission. Space is limited. Sign up at the front desk to reserve a spot. Pueblo Grande Museum, 4619 E. Washington St., Phoenix. 602-495-0901, pueblogrande.com.
12, 19, 26 Pre-K Story Time, 10:30-11 a.m. Children develop a love of literature and learn preschool skills through age-appropriate books, learning letter sounds, flan-
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nel board rhymes, songs and music, shakers, bubbles, scarf dancing, and parachute play. Learn tips for early literacy skills. No registration needed, but program will be limited to the first 25 children who arrive. Doors close promptly at 10:30 a.m. Ages 3 1/2 to 5 years. Perry Branch Library, 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd., Gilbert, 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.
Family Story Time, 6 p.m. Enjoy stories, songs and finger plays for the whole family. Meeting room at Perry Branch Library, 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd., Gilbert, 602.652.3000, mcldaz.org. Independent Kinder-Prep, 11:1511:45 a.m. Children, ages 4 and 5, will join library staff for this event. No registration needed, however, for safety and comfort, attendance is limited to 25 per session. Tickets will be distributed at 10:55 a.m. near The Dig. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert, 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.
13 Dive-in Movie Night, “seating” 7 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a poolside movie at Mesquite Groves Aquatic Center, 5901 S. Hillcrest Dr., Chandler. Bring an inner tube and watch “Iron Man 2,” rated PG-13. Admission is 25 cents.
14 Paper Bag Basket Class, 10:3011:30 a.m. Children ages 8-12 years. Make a basket from a paper grocery bag! Have fun learning how to recycle a plain brown grocery bag into a cute and useable basket. Take home your finished basket and instructions to make it again. Registration needed, attendance for this event will be limited to 15. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert, 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.
14 Paws to Read, 10:30-11:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.-noon. Paws to Read pairs Delta-registered therapy animals and their handlers with young readers. The animals listen and don't tease, laugh or judge the children. Plus, the animals love to be read to! Registration is limited to 16 children for a 15-minute time slot with a therapy animal. Time slot and animal selection are on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of the program. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert, 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.
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Calendar, From Page 3 17 Bookhype, 3:30-5 p.m. The Teens’ Top
is over. Seminar format, space is limited. RSVP required. 480-222-5601.
Ten is an ongoing project in which publishers of young adult books provide pre-published copies and recently published copies of titles to teen book discussion groups in libraries. In exchange, teen readers evaluate books from more than 30 participating publishers. Bookhype is a happy group of avid readers and reviewers. Ages 1218. In the Meeting Room, Perry Branch Library, 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd., Gilbert, 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.
Family Fun Night at the TRC,
C-Town Suitcase Club, 10-11 a.m. Children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers are invited to travel through time and explore everyday objects at the Chandler Museum, at the historic McCulloughPrice House, 300 S. Chandler Village Dr., Chandler. The event is free. 480-7822717, chandlermuseum.org.
18 Q & A Seminar for Parents of Teen Athletes, 7-8:30 p.m. Sports & Orthopaedic Specialists, Drs. James Lindner and Craig Weinstein, offer a free Q & A Seminar for parents of teen athletes at Sports and Orthopaedic Specialists, 3487 S. Mercy Rd., Chandler, to provide parents of teen athletes information on identification, prevention and healing of common injuries. This will include concussions, strains and sprains and identification of other injuries which may not be present until after the game
5:30-7 p.m. Enjoy a recreational activity and entertainment at Tumbleweed Recreation Center, 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler. This week’s event is On the Farm. Free for TRC members, youth resident $2, nonresident $3, teen resident $3, nonresident $5. 480-782-2908.
LEGO Club, 6-7 p.m. at Hamilton Library. Youth ages 6-12 are invited to come meet new friends and have fun building with Legos. No registration required. Legos are provided. Hamilton Library, 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler. 480-782-2800, chandlerlibrary.org.
19 Sonoran Desert Series, 6-7 p.m. Free, live lakeside entertainment at Veterans Oasis Park, 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler. Visit the Environmental Education Center for this free entertainment series for the whole family. chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis.
20 Full Moon Hike, 7:30 p.m. Discover the beauty of the Sonoran Desert at night, as hiking under the light from the full moon on a pristine 2.2-mile stroll along the Stargazer Trail. Listen for the sounds of wildlife and explore the nightlife atmosphere. The pace of the hike will be relatively mild or slow to help enjoy the surroundings. Flashlights are welcomed. SanTan Mountain Regional
Park, 6533 W. Phillips Road, Queen Creek. 480-655-555, santanpark@mail.maricopa.gov.
21 Getting Ready for Oktoberfest, 2-4 p.m. Oktoberfest is coming soon! SERL is offering fun for the whole family to help you get in the mood for the upcoming celebration. Enjoy displays, stories for the little ones, and games and chance to practice the polka. Assembly Room. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert. 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.
Dogs & Cats of a Different Color with Barbara Burton, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Students ages 6 to 14 years will design and screen print the ultimate pet portrait at this free workshop offered by Vision Kidz at the Vision Gallery, 10 E. Chicago St., Chandler. Parents can register a child for up to three free workshops. 480-782-2695.
Paws to Read, 10:30-noon. Children ages 5 and older are invited to read their favorite book to the special registered therapy dog. Perry Branch Library, 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd., Gilbert. 602-6523000. mcldaz.org.
TRC Basketball Clinic, 1-4 p.m. One-day basketball clinics hosted by Tumbleweed Recreation Center for youth ages 12-17. Clinic will focus on shooting, ball handling, offensive and defensive skills. Pre-registration required. Tumbleweed Recreation Center, 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2900.
23 Teen Movie Night at TRC, 7-9 p.m. Teens can catch up with friends for a movie at the Tumbleweed Recreation Center. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. This is a drop-in program; no registration is needed. Movie Night is included in the TRC Youth and Teen Day Pass. Tumbleweed Recreation Center, 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2900.
27 Hurray Parade, Children’s Storytime 10:30 a.m. Grandma is coming to visit, and bringing along a parade of guesses. In this interactive storytime, kids can guess where the story is going! Storytime includes a craft. Barnes and Noble, Chandler Fashion Mall.3111 W. Chandler Blvd., Suite 2054, Chandler. 480-792-1312
28 Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day Live! 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m. The Pueblo Grande Museum will be participating in the Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day Live! event. Guests with the Smithsonian Magazine Day Live! ticket will receive free admission for two. Visitors will also be treated to a special book signing presentation with “Rock Art of the Grand Canyon Region” author Steven Freers at 10 a.m. Pueblo Grande Museum, 4619 E. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-4950901, pueblogrande.com. For more information about Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day Live!, smithsonianmag.com/museumday.
Dragonfly & Butterfly Bash! 8 a.m.11 a.m. Join a guided walk and experience hands-on crafts and presentations at the Environmental Education Center, 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler. Celebrate dragonflies, damselflies and Monarch butterflies on a guided tour of the wetland habitats of Veterans Oasis Park during the late summer. Walks are approximately 20 minutes in duration with the last departure at 11 a.m. Free event, no registration required.
Clay Rattles with Sandra Luehrsen, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Students ages 6-14 years will create sculptural coil pots in clay and after adorning them, will fill then with beads to create a magical sound at this free workshop offered by Vision Kidz at the Vision Gallery, 10 E. Chicago St., Chandler. Parents can register a child for up to three free workshops. 480-782-2695.
30 The Teen Scene, 3-5 p.m. Teens only meet, hang out with friends, play games, grab a spot to study, use a laptop or just munch some snacks in the Monsoon Room, Sunset Library, 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. 480-782-2800, chandlerlibrary.org.
Story Time, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Fun for the whole family at Basha Library. Enjoy stories, songs and finger plays with books, flannel board stories and puppets in the Programming room, Basha Library, 5990 S. Val Vista Dr., Chandler. 480-782-2800, chandlerlibrary.org.
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Is Tongue Piercing Safe For Me?
BY DR. DAVID RUSH, DDS, AND DR. KYLE RUSH, DMD. Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Health and beauty are two concepts that have worked for and against each other throughout human history. Often, indicators of good health are considered beautiful, like clear skin and a trim waistline. On the other hand, it’s not uncommon for a given culture to think up beauty ideals that are unhealthy and sometimes downright harmful. The Chinese used to bind girls feet, leaving them deformed. Victorian women wore corsets, showing off a thin waist while cutting off circulation. And who can forget Queen Victoria’s infamous husband, Prince Albert with his scandalous body piercing. Prince Albert may have embraced body piercing, however, he certainly didn’t start the trend. It is nothing new to civilization. Native tribes around the world have practiced various forms of body piercing in religious and ceremonial circumstances. The ancient Roman soldiers would sometimes have their nipples spiked. Belly button piercing can be traced back to the Pharaohs of ancient Egypt. The Mayan peoples of Central America would pierce their tongues in ceremonial rites to communicate with their ancestors. Today, body piercing is becoming an increasingly common fashion statement. However, despite its prevalence, body piercing, especially tongue piercing, poses a multitude of very serious risks that need to be considered. There are a number of serious complications that may arise from a tongue piercing, but let’s start with the more common and most obvious. Immediately following having your tongue pierced you may experience some tenderness and swelling. Following the instructions given to you by your body piercer to clean and care for the piercing may not prevent the most common problem, a localized infection due to insufficient home care. An infection will be accompanied by soreness, redness, and some mild swelling but can be treated by brushing and flossing frequently, eating soft foods, and rinsing often with a disinfecting mouthwash (if you use Listerine, make sure it’s diluted to 1/4 strength). The most prevalent side effects of tongue piercing that affect dental health are gum damage/recession on and chipped/cracked teeth. A recent study featured by the American Academy of Periodontology, shows after two years, 50% of patients with tongue piercing experienced gum recession and after four years, 47% of patients had chipped molars and premolars. Gum damage and recession are heavily associated with periodontal disease which dramatically increases your risk for heart attacks, endocarditis, diabetes, pneumonia, stroke, diabetes-associated kidney problems,
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and a slew of other serious complications. Cracked and chipped teeth require fillings, crowns, root canals and other invasive and costly restorative procedures. Serious complications arising from tongue piercing are rare, but with more people getting their tongues pierced combined with the lack of regulation in the industry, these instances are increasing. Major complications include cardiac endocarditis, Ludwig’s angina, trigeminal neuralgia, keloid scarring and the spread of diseases like HIV, Hepatitis, and Herpes Simplex virus. The tongue is an especially dangerous place to get a piercing because it is full of blood vessels. It’s also close to many important nerves of the head, as well as your respiratory path. Since the mouth is naturally full of bacteria it makes new tongue piercings an easy port for bacteria to enter the bloodstream. For those with congenial heart defects (diagnosed or not), that means an increased risk of endocarditis, and infection of the heart which can be fatal. Alternatively, the infection could remain local, infecting the floor of the mouth in what is called Ludwig’s angina, which causes the tongue and throat to swell and block the airway. If the piercing is placed incorrectly it has been sown to irritate a nerve connection to the trigeminal nerve, one of the biggest in your head. This causes excruciating pain, medically referred to as trigeminal neuralgia. This condition is also called suicide disease because of the extraordinary amount of pain it causes. Finally, if a completely sterile procedure is not followed (including disposable needles, gloves, antiseptics, and autoclave-sterilized instruments), infectious diseases like HIV, Herpes Simplex, Epstein-Barr virus and Hepatitis (B, C, D, and G) can be spread. To avoid these complications, educate yourself! Learn the risks and consult with your doctor and dentist on how to avoid them and make your procedure as safe as possible. Research a reputable piercing salon and learn their procedures for sterilization. Make sure they follow sterile procedures protocol and use sterilized jewelry. Only non-reactive metals like surgical-grade stainless steel, 14-karat gold, platinum or titanium should be used. Or you could follow the American Dental Association’s advice and mine: Avoid tongue piercing altogether. Dr. Rush excels in the areas of general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry, dental reconstruction, laser gum treatments, and safe amalgam filling removal. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Rush has also actively been continuing his education and recently even earned two new degrees: Doctor of Integrative Biologic Medicine (IBDM) and Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (NMD). These degrees support his belief in the importance of overall body health, and he is pleased to be able to offer his patients new naturopathic options if they wish. Dr. Rush is a member of the Central Arizona Dental Association, Arizona Dental Association, The Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation, The Academy of General Dentistry, and The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
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GRIDIRON UPDATE
G R I D I R O N U P DAT E K I C K S O F F W I T H T H I S I SS U E The Sept. 7 issue of the SanTan Sun News marks the introduction of the monthly fall Gridiron Update. Check back the top of each month for a rundown of the scores, top plays and quotes from coaches—and maybe even players. This month, we offer an introduction to area high schools' football programs. By Seth Cox
Coming off a bitter first-round playoff loss in 2012, the Basha Bears have their sights set on one goal—a state title. “We are excited for the 2013 season,” says Bernie Busken, head coach. “Our players have killed it in the weight room since last December and are looking great physically.” With the backfield combination of quarterback Zach Werlinger and running back Rajhan Meriwether, that goal may not be as farfetched as some may think. Werlinger completed nearly 64% of his
Basha Bears Head Coach Bernie Busken 2012 Record: 7-4 (Lost first round of playoffs) Basha High School 5990 S. Val Vista Dr., Chandler, 85249 bashabearsfootball.com
Playing in the shadow of a perennial contender has been the burden the Chandler Wolves have had to carry during the last decade. This season will not be any different, save for one thing—this may be the most talented Wolves team in the last 10 years. Head Coach Shaun Aguano and his Wolves come into the season with five returning starters on offense; spearheaded by UCLA commit Dionte Sykes at wide receiver and ASU commit Bryce Perkins at quarterback. The offensive firepower doesn’t stop with
Chandler Wolves Head Coach Shaun Aguano 2012 Record: 7-4 (Lost in first round of playoffs) Chandler High School 350 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler, 85225 chandlerwolvesfootball.com
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passes and threw for 2,689 yards and 30 touchdowns. Meriwether, despite problems with fumbles, was able to run for 1,151 yards and 10 touchdowns. Busken says he’s excited about the offensive line. “Offensively, we have three O-line starters back starting with three-year starter Ivan Sanchez (6-foot-3, 275 lbs.), Brett Nicholsen (6-foot-3, 280 lbs.) and Garrett Rodrigo (6-foot-1, 240 lbs.).” If Basha is going to make a run toward the state title though, they will need to lean
those two. Wide receiver Mitch McCulley and do-it-all offensive weapon Elijah Sykes round out a talented group of skill players. Aguano cautions that they’ll still be a ball-control team. “Our expectations are to play ball control,” Aguano says. “We have good athletes, but a young quarterback, so we want to keep it simple early and expect the offense to grow as the year goes along.” The dilemma offensively will be twofold: Who mans the running back position and can they protect Perkins long enough for him to
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get the ball into his playmakers’ hands? The Wolves come into the season with question marks defensively, despite a good returning class led by outside linebacker J.R. Hunt. They are playing under the tutelage of new defensive coordinator Thurmond Moore. Aguano says Moore’s style is a change. “He plays a more aggressive style than in the past, but I’m excited to see it on the field finally.” With how good the Wolves offense can be, the defense will have to be up to the task of getting them back on the field and doing so by getting stops and not giving up touchdowns.
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on a physical and fast defense that will rely on a heavy rotation of different players at all levels of their defense. Busken listed 26 players who he expects to contribute in 2013, and says, “We feel our depth on defense will really help and we hope to play them all.” Busken mentions, “The best thing we have going right now is our great attitude and coming together as a team. We will continue to improve each day and we hope this process gets us where we want to be by the end of the season.”
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The Hamilton Huskies come into 2013 off of another state championship win, thanks to Arizona’s best high school roster, but the coach doesn’t worry about complacency setting in. “It’s up to the seniors. They have to understand they are leaving their own little part of history here for Hamilton football, and while it’s nice to win as juniors, they want to go out on top,” says Head Coach Steve Belles. For the 10th consecutive season, the Huskies will hand over the offensive reins to a first-year senior quarterback in Sam Sasso. He’ll be playing behind what should be a dominant offensive line, including highly recruited Casey Tucker, Army-bound Bryce
Holland and a host of other talented Huskies. Belles says all the players know they are counted on. “All the kids are key factors, whoever they may be, if someone gets hurt someone has to step in.” The Huskies will have to deal with the loss of their top playmaker at wide receiver, Israel “Izzy” Simpson, who transferred to Chaparral High School in Scottsdale, but Elijah Williams is up to the task. The defensive line may be even better though and are led by Qualen Cunningham, and underclassmen Garrett Rand and Caleb Peart. The linebackers and secondary are all
seniors, and the defense has all the makings of being a dominant unit for Hamilton. Hamilton will lean on the defense early versus out-of-state competition such as Liberty (Henderson, NV) while getting their offense ready before going against a tough slate of in-state battles. Belles is just happy the kids get to be back out on the field. “Every game’s a new challenge, but getting out there and playing in a real game, getting to see another team is a good opportunity after our kids have been pounding on each other four of the last five weeks.” (Note: Hamilton did not keep individual players stats in 2012)
The 2013 Perry Pumas may be an improved roster and a growing school, but moving up into Division I with the likes of Hamilton and Basha will be quite the task for Head Coach Preston Jones and the Pumas. Jones will look to junior quarterback Austin Nightingale who, in his sophomore season, threw for more than 1,100 yards to go along with 12 touchdowns. “Austin has looked great all summer, he got some valuable experience that he needed last year and it has shown in his improved decision making,” says Jones.
Nightingale will be behind a mostly new offensive line, but he has BYU commit Chandon Herring as well as Austin Pauley who has a handful of offers from schools throughout the country. At the skill positions, Jones will be looking to get Nightingale some help, because outside of Kyle Huckaby, the team’s leading receiver in 2012, the Pumas will be relying on underclassmen. Defensively, the Pumas are anchored by Stanford commit Lane Veach, one of only two returning starters to go along with defensive Marcus Pane.
Jones mentions, “Pane had shoulder surgery after wrestling season, but is back and we expect people to know his name this year.” Much like the running back and wide receiver positions, the defense will be relying heavily on an influx of new talent in the 2013 season. How the new guys transition will play a big role in the Pumas’ 2013 outlook, and moving up to the top division isn’t going to be easy. However, Jones sounds confident. “It’s an extremely big challenge, but our guys are looking forward to it.”
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Hamilton Huskies Head Coach Steve Belles 2012 Record: 12-2 (State Champions) Hamilton High School 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler, 85248 hamiltonhuskiesfootball.com
Perry Pumas Head Coach Preston Jones 2012 Record: 7-4 (Lost in first round of Division II playoffs) Perry High School 1919 E Queen Creek Rd., Gilbert, 85297 phsfb.com
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Seton Sentinels Head Coach Rex Bowser 2012 Record: 12-1 (Division IV State Champions) Seton Catholic Preparatory High School 1150 N Dobson Rd., Chandler, 85224 setoncatholic.org/athletics/football.cfm
When it comes to change, Seton has more to deal with than most teams coming off a state championship win. The 2012 squad that won a state championship returned 13 starters. That’s not the case for the 2013 squad. It is dependent on a youth movement, as only three starters have returned. Talking to Head Coach Rex Bowser about when he expects the juniors and seniors to be up to speed he says, “Now.” He continues, “The juniors haven’t lost a game in two years, and their transition will be the key to the season.” Antonio Campanella will get a full season on the varsity roster and looks to build on
what was a dominant, albeit abbreviated, varsity season, finishing with 648 yards and eight touchdowns on 85 carries. Kyle Johnson gets his chance to finally shine, after sitting behind Ryan Bresnahan, who has since graduated. However, Seton and Bowser have more to worry about than just the first-year starting quarterback. The Sentinels have one offensive lineman with any varsity experience in Stephen Fuggar, as well as one receiving option in Niko Villegas. The acclimation to the varsity level will not just be an issue on the offensive side of the football, but is a question on the defense as well.
Defensively, Villegas will be the only returner with any experience. He was quite the playmaker in 2012, recording 45 tackles and four interceptions, and he should have an even bigger impact. “Niko’s going to line up at safety for us again,” says Bowers, meaning quarterbacks are going to have to account for him on every play in the run game and the passing game. Seton won’t have much time to get the young players accustomed to the varsity game, going up against three playoff teams from the 2012 season to start the year. How they adapt should have a bigger impact on their play later in the year.
H I G H S C H O O L VA R S I T Y FO OT B A L L S C H E D U L E HAMILTON: 8/31/13: 9/6/13: 9/12/13: 9/20/13: 9/27/13: 10/4/13: 10/11/13: 10/18/13: 10/25/13: 11/1/13:
Eastlake (won 28-17) Brophy, home Pinnacle, home Liberty, away Mountain Pointe, away Chandler, away Basha, home Gilbert, away Highland, home ★ Perry, away
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CHANDLER: 8/29/13: 9/6/13: 9/14/13: 9/20/13: 9/27/13: 10/4/13: 10/11/13: 10/18/13: 10/25/13: 11/1/13:
Centennial (won 41-21) Buena, away St. John Bosco, away Mountain Pointe, home ★ Chavez, home Hamilton, home Gilbert, away Perry, home Basha, home Highland, away
BASHA: 8/30/13: 9/6/13: 9/12/13: 9/20/13: 9/27/13: 10/4/13: 10/11/13: 10/18/13: 10/25/13: 11/1/13:
PERRY:
Green Valley (won 41-17) Centennial, away Cesar Chavez, home Pinnacle, home Westview, home Perry, away Hamilton, away Highland, home ★ Chandler, away Gilbert, home
8/30/13: 9/6/13: 9/13/13: 9/20/13: 9/26/13: 10/4/13: 10/11/13: 10/18/13: 10/25/13: 11/1/13:
Sunnyside (lost 20-17) O’Connor, home Gila Ridge, away Mountain View, away Mountain Ridge, home Basha, home Highland, away Chandler, away Gilbert, home ★ Hamilton, home
SETON: 8/30/13: 9/6/13: 9/13/13: 9/20/13: 9/27/13: 10/4/13: 10/11/13: 10/18/13: 10/25/13: 11/1/13:
Estrella Foothills (won 38-20) Maricopa, home Snowflake, home Cortez, away Coronado, home ★ Florence, away Coolidge, home Combs, away Chino Valley, home Rio Rico, away
Seth Cox is a freelancer for the SanTan Sun News. He can be reached at news@santansun.com.
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LEGO team incorporates fun and science The RoboCreepers seek sponsors By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
The RoboCreepers—10 friends from Chandler, all of whom love science and LEGO—are seeking sponsors to help them enhance their STEM knowledge. The RoboCreepers are participating in the FIRST LEGO League, an international competition organized by FIRST for elementary and middle school students. “Everyone supports sports, but science, math and technology are also pretty important. So we’re trying to drum up support for kids that are going for a different sport,” says coach Corey Niles. Niles figures the season will cost between $1,500 and $2,000. For more information, visit one of three sites—csnorky.wix.com/robocreepers, USFIRST.org or azfll.com. “We had to buy a new robot,” he says. “We had to build a practice table. We had team shirts made for the kids and the parents to wear at competitions.” For the program, each September, a new challenge is announced that focuses on a different real-world topic related to the sciences. This year’s theme is “Nature’s Fury.” “Everything is centered around natural weather disasters,” he says. “The program wants kids to compete, but they want them to be very helpful with each other, and helpful with the other teams.” The team is comprised of Connor Niles, Natalie Gonzales, DeeLan Kareem, Bianca Rivera, Logan Thomas, Christine Cao and Kendal Hollinger, all of whom attend Conley Elementary School; Marc
Limbeck of Andersen Elementary School; Xander Ballew of Bright Beginnings; and Porter O’Doherty of Arizona College Prep—Oakland Campus. Each competition has four parts: Core Values Session, Robot Design Executive Summary, the research project and then the students must use the robots they designed and built to complete a set of tasks. There are 10 regional tournaments. The RoboCreepers are hoping to participate in a Dec. 7 tournament at Hamilton High School. The kids are dedicated to the project, having started practicing in June. “I keep track of the amount of time each kid is over for team practices, or doing tutorials with the robot for programming,” Niles says. “They’re up to about 300 hours all combined in terms of getting together for practice. They’re putting a lot of effort into this. Hopefully they’ll continue to have fun with it.” To increase their knowledge, the RoboCreepers visited the Arizona Division of Emergency Management’s command center. There they learned the basics of weather disaster events and those that are prevalent in Arizona. The group is planning to visit the Chandler Fire Department as well as its tactical rescue team. Niles has also been in contact with Central Arizona Mountain Search and Rescue. “One of the core values of the league is that kids have fun,” Niles says. “So learning and having fun is what we’re trying to accomplish here. So far, so good.”
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LEARNING THROUGH FIELD TRIPS: The kids visited the Arizona Division of Emergency Management. Shown here are, left to right, back row, is Will Schulz, assistant director of recovery, and Christine Cao; front row is Bianca Rivera, DeeLan Kareem, Kendal Hollinger, Natalie Gonzales, Logan Thomas, Connor Niles and Xander Ballew. Submitted photo
LEGO TEAM: Coach Corey Niles, at back, looks at a Lego creation with some of his team—Marc Limbeck, DeeLan Kareem, Connor Niles, Christine Cao and Xander Ballew. Submitted photo
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The fall Break Time magazine outlining all-ages recreation classes, youth camps and special events for September, October and November is available at libraries and city offices as well as aquatic and recreation centers and online at www.chandleraz.gov/breaktime. Registration is open! For more information, call 480-782-2727.
The City of Chandler Recreation Division Chandler Teen Council and Green Teens Chandler Teen Programs are seeking Chandler teens interested in exciting opportunities to get involved with the community through service, leadership development and unique educational experiences. The Community Center, Tumbleweed Recreation Center and Environmental Education Center are accepting application for the Teen Council and Green Teen Programs. For more information please email chandlerteens@chandleraz.gov.
Sonoran Sunset Series: Thursday, September 19, 6 - 7 p.m. Visit the Environmental Education Center at Veterans Oasis Park (4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd.) for this free lakeside entertainment by Exit 40 Band, suitable for all ages. Patrons are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs and food. Snacks and beverages will be available for a small fee. Call 480-782-2890 for more information.
September Parent & Toddler Activities: Tumble Tots is now five days a week! Tumble Tots will run Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from 9 - 11 a.m. at the Tumbleweed Recreation Center (745 E. Germann Rd). This fun, safe and clean area provides a variety of toys, equipment and activities that are sure to keep the kids entertained. There is a $2 fee ($3 nonresident) per child. Fee included in all TRC family passes. Call 480-782-2900 or visit www.chandleraz.gov/tumbleweed for more information.
Dive-In Movie: Friday, September 13, 7 p.m. The Dive-In movie at Mesquite Groves Aquatic Center (5901 S. Hillcrest Dr.) on September 13 will feature Iron Man 2 (PG-13). Tony Stark has declared himself Iron Man and instilled world peace…or so he thinks. Seating begins at 7 p.m., movie starts at 7:30 p.m. Bring an inner tube and the entire family to enjoy the adventure poolside. Float along or watch from the sidelines for only $0.25 per person.
Family Night on the Farm at the TRC: Wednesday, September 18, 5:30 -7 p.m. Join in the fun at Family Night at Tumbleweed Recreation Center (745 E. Germann Rd). There is a different activity each week. The fee is $2 ($3 for non-residents ages 1-12) and $3 ($5 for non-residents ages 13-17). Call 480-782-2900 or visit www.chandleraz.gov/tumbleweed for more information.
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