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September 2017 | Tucson

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Sail through history on The Royal Clipper

Remembering Racetracks Bill Straus looks back

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Straus’ Place Ask Gabby Gayle

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Editor’s Note As our world becomes ever more digitized and automated, there’s one lost relic from the “old days” that current and future generations may tragically never know: the Rand McNally Road Atlas. The thick, exhaustive book of maps debuted in 1924 as the Rand McNally Auto Chum, and for much of its 93-year existence, it has shown countless road-trippers the way. John Steinbeck surely used one during the cross-country road trips that became fodder for his 1962 travelogue Travels with Charley: In Search of America. It’s possible that even Beat Generation writer Jack Kerouac consulted the atlas for his 1957 novel On the Road. But kids these days? They’ve got Google maps and digital assistants like Siri and Alexa to tell them where to go. Regardless of whether we’re accompanied by Siri or Rand McNally, road tripping is the ultimate American adventure, and Arizona is home to some of the most famous stretches of scenic and historical highways in the nation, including Route 66. Our state has so many worthy stops along its roads, from wine country in Sonoita to the red rocks of Sedona to the breathtaking splendor of the Grand Canyon, and we occupy a prime geographical position bordering Mexico, California, Colorado, Utah, Nevada and New Mexico. So it made sense to focus on Arizona’s asphalt-pounding adventures in the fall

travel issue of Lovin’ Life. This month’s feature focuses on the verdant wine country of Sonoita in Southern Arizona; the natural beauty of the North Rim, the Grand Canyon’s lesser-seen side; and the majestic landscape around Lake Powell. And since there’s no better way to be comfortable on the road than piloting a recreational vehicle, we also take a look at the state of the RV industry and spotlight the best places to park your motor home in each of the Four Corners States – and by “best,” we mean those with all the bells and whistles, from on-site bars with dance halls and pickleball courts to swimming pools and golf courses. Travel shouldn’t be something we age out of doing. And while airline transit becomes increasingly expensive, inconvenient and physically demanding, the call of the open road is louder than ever. And since we can’t rely on having an internet connection everywhere we go in order to pull up maps on our phones, we might as well dust off those dinosaur atlases. As Kerouac wrote in On the Road, “There was nowhere to go but everywhere, so just keep on rolling under the stars.”

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Opinion Straus’ Place

Remembering racetracks BY BILL STRAUS

We’ve all seen the old abandoned racetrack just off I-10 west of Phoenix. The Phoenix Trotting Park was built in 1965 by James Dunnigan Sr. of New York but was closed the next year for a variety of reasons. It was used for an explosion scene in the 1998 film No Code for Conduct but has lain fallow since then. Because of its location, and because so many of us who drive to San Diego pass it on the way there and back, it’s become one of our city’s most recognizable architectural icons. I just read a few months ago that it will be demolished by the end of the year. That got me thinking. After all, it’s not the first racetrack in Phoenix to close down. And having worked at a couple of racetracks in my life, I find their history to be somewhat fascinating. Here’s what happened to some of the other racing ovals… As in most states, horse racing was a cornerstone of the Arizona State Fair from the very beginning. The original wooden grandstand, built in 1905, was replaced in 1936 by the one still standing today. Like the Trotting Park, this location was featured in a film – the 1956 Marilyn Monroe movie Bus Stop. Racing – both auto and horse – was popular at the fairgrounds up until the early ‘60s. Sportsman’s Park was a 160-acre facility that dominated the northeast corner of Seventh Avenue and Osborn Road. It was built in the late 1930s and was actually located pretty far north of the city in those days. Sportsman’s Park was primarily used for harness racing, but included other breeds as well. It closed in 1950, but the structure remained for a few years. I still remember seeing the big white fence along Seventh Avenue when we drove by that area. I was only a toddler back then. Shortly after WWII, J.H. Patterson opened the Ingleside Turf Club Racetrack at the corner

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of 62nd Street and Thomas Road. Around 1950, Patterson was approached by James Herbuveaux and the two partnered to form Arizona Downs Racing. The track was renamed Arizona Downs. Racing continued at the eastside track until 1957, when operations moved to the relatively new Turf Paradise at 19th Avenue and Bell Road. By then, those were the only two groups vying for race days and it only made sense to share the one facility, with Arizona Downs leasing it for their meet. That relationship ended in 1981 when Turf Paradise squeezed Arizona Downs out and the latter was dissolved. Turf Paradise is still around after 61 years. There were other kinds of racetracks, too. Manzanita Speedway was the Valley’s auto racing jewel from 1951 until Phoenix International Raceway (PIR) was built. “Manzy,” as it was known, was located at 34th Avenue and Broadway Road and closed in 2009. Beeline Dragway, on the Beeline Highway (of course!) in Mesa was our local drag strip from 1963 until 1975. Phoenix Greyhound Park closed only a few years ago (as did the greyhound tracks in Black Canyon City and Apache Junction), but still stands at 40th and Washington streets. At one time or another, we had racetracks in almost every corner of this Valley. And for at least some of us, the memories linger to this day.

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Ask Gabby Gayle

Dating site dos and don’ts BY GAYLE LAGMAN-CRESWICK

Dear Gabby Gayle:

I am thinking of joining a dating site. My kids say it is not a good idea. They are afraid I will meet up with “Jack the Ripper,” I guess. Just want your honest opinion on this. Thank you. I usually like your advice.

Signed, JM

Dear JM:

I receive quite a few notes about dating sites, usually complaints about how the people who showed up for the date didn’t look anything like their photos. I joined a site so I could write from firsthand experience. I have made several friends through this vehicle. My complaint was that they kept showing me guys who were young enough to be my kids... didn’t like that. I have raised my kids! I know several who have met good mates through dating sites – two in my own family. Be cautious: Always let a family member or friend know where you are going. Always meet in a public place. Do not give out your address or ask them to come to your house until someone in your family has met them. Go slowly with the relationship if you find one. People always put their best foot forward, but unless they are real, they do not stay that way. Good luck!

Dear Gabby Gayle:

Last month, you received a letter from a guy who decided to move into a retirement community. I moved into a second-stage retirement community at age 62. Our friends thought we were crazy. We were living here one month when my wife had a severe stroke. She now resides in our wonderful skilled healthcare center, while I live independently in my apartment. I visit her every day, and occasionally I wheel her up to our apartment for a visit. I shudder to think how it would have been if we had been living in our original home. You would not believe the support I have had from other residents and the healthcare staff. I just want to tell that guy from last month that he has made the right choice. Thank you.

Signed, EH

Dear Gabby Gayle:

I am chastised by my family and friends because I do not beat around the bush. I call a spade a spade. I don’t believe in overlooking things and smoothing over a situation which I feel needs to be dealt with. I admit it has lost me a few friends, but I maintain they were not my friends in the first place. The other day I told off a grocery clerk because I thought she was rude to the customer in front of me. Should I have kept my mouth shut? Or is honesty best?

Signed, BT

Dear BT:

I wish I knew more about just how you told off the grocery store clerk. Did you say, “Pardon me, I was a little surprised how you treated that customer.” Or did you attack her and say, “You should be fired for talking to a customer that way.” There is such a thing as objecting politely without attacking. If you do attack people, one day someone is likely to whack you on the side of the head! There is a difference between being assertive and being aggressive. My theory is: Stick to my business unless someone is in danger and I need to intervene... after all, no one has appointed me queen yet.

Dear Gabby Gayle:

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Sound Off I want to compliment you on your article “A Dose of Alternative Medicine,” published in the July 2017 issue of Lovin’ Life After 50. It was one of the more balanced articles I have read about naturopathy. Many articles report only the favorable results of naturopathic treatments. I have written a book, The Horrors of Holistic Medicine by June B. Schmidt, published in March 2017 by WestBow Press. In it, I describe some of the unholy practices of holistic medicine. My holistic doctors were recommended to me by the county medical referral Where has law and order gone? Where has respect, dignity, integrity and morals gone? At 81 years old, my heart is broken. Our country is in turmoil and we are headed for civil war. These liberal Democrats, Republicans, news media, newspaper moguls, crazy celebrities and radical professors are all bent on not only destroying our country but also the presidency. When people like Colbert, Maher, Griffin, Madonna, Judd, etc. can get away with talking trash, it’s a sad time for America. These celebrities have no class, no talent, no integrity or a moral compass. They are pure evil. My parents always said, “Show me who your friends are and I’ll tell you who you are.” That was good advice.

service, so naturally, I thought they were legitimate doctors practicing traditional medicine – they were not. I sent a five-page letter of complaint, the Arizona Board of Medical Examiners filed a “letter of concern” against my doctor and the county medical referral service stopped referring patients to them. However, the doctors were able to join the Arizona Naturopathic Association, where they continue to practice their quackery. In my estimation, naturopathy accepts and welcomes all the quacks thrown out of the Arizona Medical Association.

I think what seniors like about your papers – and I’ve been reading them for more than a decade now – is we like to hear our own opinions. We like reading Sound Off because we like to see our own opinions. I think seniors are a little undervalued for their opinions in a youth culture, if you get where I’m going. And that’s why we like your paper and we’re not all there as far as how wonderful social media is. I mean, we’re forced to use it by our kids and grandchildren and stuff, but we’re not really from that era. But Sound Off seems to be a fascinating kind of communication.

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Celebrating Tucson

New Artistic Director of Arizona Theatre Co. opens season with Chapter Two BY BARBARA RUSSEK Chapter Two, Neil Simon’s semi-autobiographical romantic comedy with heart, kicks off Arizona Theatre Company’s 201718 season on September 9. But the play is so much more than “another show.” It also inaugurates ATC’s 51st consecutive year, with new artistic director David Ivers at the helm. Born in San Raphael, Calif., Ivers, 47, has the entertainment industry in his DNA. His late father, Irving Ivers, worked for many years as an executive for most of the major movie production companies. In high school, the younger Ivers was drawn to both sports (soccer and baseball) and theater, and as he puts it, “Theater won!” With a BFA in theater and an MFA in acting, Ivers has an impressive professional background that includes 20 years as ac-

tor and director of the Utah Shakespeare Festival. Of the many roles he has played, one of the most memorable was Salieri in a production of Amadeus. “It challenged me at every turn,” he reflected, “to dig deeper into myself to serve the role.” For the past seven years, Ivers has been doing more directing than acting, but he plans to take on a role at some point performing for ATC. Ivers, his wife Stephanie and young sons Jack (8) and Elliot (5) settled in The Old Pueblo this past July and promptly fell in love with the city. “The topography is breathtaking,” Ivers states enthusiastically. In addition, ATC’s new artistic director has been captivated by the drama of our monsoons, Tucson’s multicultural mosaic, and much more in his “new hometown.” In addition to directing, acting and in-

What is the big plus of attending a live theater performance over a movie?

The spontaneity of live theater adds an exciting element, as every performance is a unique experience.

Q2 Two?

Can you give readers a sneak peek into your opening play, Chapter

Chapter Two is a snapshot of how we all have the chance to go forward if we are willing to let love back into our lives.

Will former ATC artistic director David Ira Goldstein be directing any plays during the 2017-18 season?

Yes. Goldstein will direct The Diary of Anne Frank April 21 to May 12, 2018.

volvement in his other myriad theatrical duties, Ivers is an avid cyclist. He also relishes time spent with family in the great Tucson outdoors as well as travel to places near and far. “My poor surfboard is pa-

How did you decide on the slate of plays for this season?

I didn’t. I inherited a powerful palette of theatrical productions from former artistic director David Ira Goldstein.

What do you find most rewarding about directing a play?

The collaboration. It is so gratifying to work with a group of actors, designers and staff who are aware, sensitive and strong-minded. They are some of the smartest people on the planet.

How can folks get further information about this season’s schedule and purchase tickets for ATC productions?

Please visit our web site, arizonatheatre. org, or call our box office at 622-2823. See you at the theater! tiently waiting on hold for our next family vacation on the coast,” he says, with just a hint of wistfulness. Barbara Russek, a local freelance writer, welcomes comments at Babette2@comcast.net

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Get RV’d up with fabulous fall road trips and posh parks. BY JIMMY MAGAHERN & LARA PIU

RV Revival

Recreational vehicles are hotter than ever, drawing in a younger pack of RVers and sparking upgrades in vehicle design. If you own an RV, chances are you’ve noticed you’ve suddenly got lots of company on the highways. Sales of recreational vehicles are at an all-time high: a projected 472,200 units this year, up nearly 12 percent from 2016, another record year. Over nine million RVs are currently on the road

in the U.S., according to the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA). Campgrounds are booming, too: Leading franchiser KOA has seen more than a million new households entering the campsites each year since 2014. All of which makes Kevin Broom, PR director for the RVIA, one of the happiest

More than nine million RVs are currently on the road in the U.S. (Photo by Claygate)

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people you’re likely to run into on the road these days. On a break from driving his own RV from Charlotte, North Carolina, to northern Virginia, Broom sounds almost giddy reviewing the industry figures. “We’re gonna set a record in shipments this year, we set a record last year and we are very likely to break the record again next year,” he says. What’s going so right for the RV industry? “Everything!” Broom exclaims, with a laugh. Eight years of a strengthening economy have certainly helped, as have lower gas prices and easier credit availability for bigticket purchases. But Broom says the boom is really the result of a perfect storm combining upgraded RVs, an expanding demographic and renovated campsites. “It’s really sort of an updating of the entire line,” Broom says. “You’re getting RVs that are smaller, more aerodynamic, more fuel-efficient. Greater integration of technology — you see flat-screen TVs, selftuning satellite dishes. In some RVs, you can run the systems — the air conditioner, your TV — from an app on your smartphone or tablet.

“At the same time, campgrounds have been updating as well,” he adds. “So you get some really beautiful campgrounds, with swimming pools and in some places golf courses, tennis courts, restaurants — and, of course, Wi-Fi. There was a survey by KOA, and they found that for the Millennial generation, Wi-Fi was more important to them on a camping trip than toilet paper.” Yes, Millennials are embracing RVs: 38 percent of the 75 million active campers in the U.S. are now in the age group born between the early ‘80s and the late ‘90s, bringing with them a fresh enthusiasm for classic RV design (Airstream production is backlogged for the rest of the calendar year). And the RV crowd is becoming at least slightly more diverse: 1 in 6 owners is a person of color, compared to 1 in 20 a couple of decades ago. “The marketing focus is now on people who share the values and traits of RV owners but may not realize it,” Broom says. That also includes the tiny house hipsters. “There’s a greater societal emphasis on saving money. The biggest growth has been in trailers that you can tow behind your truck or minivan. And people are finding that for $30,000, they’re getting a vacation home that they can take anywhere. “Plus, you can take lots and lots of different kinds of vacations,” adds Broom, preparing to take to the road again. “You have the flexibility to do what you want when you want to do it.” – JM

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RV Resorts in the Four Corners States Campgrounds around the country have been undergoing physical renovations and technological upgrades, transforming old stripped-down lots into “glamping”

Angel Fire RV Resort

NM 855-421-0308 angelfirervresort.com 27500 U.S. 64, Angel Fire

In northern New Mexico, along the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway, sits the 35-acre, multimillion-dollar Angel Fire RV Resort. Opened in May 2015, the 102-space RV grounds sport a clubhouse one would expect in a ritzy hotel, along with posh amenities like outdoor fire pits, a hot tub, a spa-like bathhouse and an on-site restaurant, Elements, that’s won Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence for two years running.

(glamorous camping) resorts complete with high-end amenities and recreational options. Here are some choice spots in the Four Corners States to park your RV. For recreation, Angel Fire is perched high in the Southern Rockies, offering a wide variety of mountain activities like zipline adventure tours, downhill mountain biking and fishing at nearby Monte Verde Lake. In winter, the area is renowned for skiing and snowboarding, but in the summer, boating, disc golf and biking against the imposing backdrop of Wheeler Peak, New Mexico’s tallest mountain, become popular retreats. – JM

Angel Fire RV Resort sits on 35 acres. (Photo courtesy SJ Communications Inc.)

Munds Park RV Park

17550 S. Munds Ranch Road, Munds Park

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View of the red rocks of Sedona, just south of Munds Park. (Photo courtesy mundsparkrv.com)

A vibrant and friendly 370-space park and campground adjacent to the 1.9-million-acre Coconino National Forest, this community is stocked with amenities like a swimming pool, laundry, showers, power hookups, dog park and a general store. Its on-site bar pours draft beer and fine wine, and in the recreation hall next door, you can sing your heart out at karaoke on Friday nights and dance to live music on Saturday nights. Water aerobics, Bunco, pinochle, antique car shows, corn hole tournaments and other events and activities cultivate this

active and connected community. And you’ll find golf, a country club, hometown-style restaurants, Saturday farmers markets and a pristine fishing lake nearby. Drive 20 minutes north to Flagstaff, where you can get a blast from the past along Route 66, admire Sunset Crater or stargaze at Lowell Observatory. Head south for a scenic fall drive down State Route 89A under its canopy of changing leaves. This leads to Sedona, where you can golf, hike, dine or relax among spectacular red rock views. – LP

Garden of the Gods RV Resort 3704 W. Colorado Ave., Colorado Springs

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Who wouldn’t be curious to check out a campsite called Garden of the Gods? Alas, it’s actually named for the popular national park just northwest of Colorado Springs, located between other whimsically named landmarks like the Cave of the Winds and the Kissing Camels Golf Course. Compared to the cinematic jutting sandstone rock formations that distinguish the national park, Garden of the Gods RV Resort, hidden just off the Midland Expressway along a row of old roadside hotels, hardly

warrants the majestic moniker of its namesake. But its proximity to the park, along with views of Pikes Peak to the west and Red Rock Canyon to the east, reveal why it’s such a highly rated campground on sites like Trip Advisor and the Good Sam Club. For amenities, the campground offers spaces with poolside back-ins and access to a community lounge, two heated pools, a kids’ playground and a newly opened game room and arcade — perfect for those younger families getting in on the current RV boom. – JM

Garden of the Gods’ proximity to Pikes Peak is one of its many merits. (Courtesy RVC Outdoors)

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Mountain Valley RV Resort offers many high-end amenities. (Photo courtesy Cache Ferguson/Millstream Group)

Mountain Valley RV Resort 2120 U.S. 40, Heber City

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This full hookup site with pull-through and back-in spaces is powered by two solar systems and features a comprehensive list of high-quality amenities. A guided valet, free Wi-Fi, heated pool and hot tub, private bathrooms and showers, laundry, outdoor fireplaces, children’s playground and activities like bocce ball, shuffle board, and pickleball are among the

offerings. Phase two of the resort recently opened, adding 56 oversize 80-by-25foot concrete sites, as well as new adultonly amenities. Located within Heber Valley, on the western edge of the Rocky Mountains, this resort is tailor-made for nature lovers. Nearby there’s blue-ribbon fishing on the Provo River, championship golf, water sports, hiking and more. Invite the family for reunions while you’re there. The resort rents out several pet-friendly, rustic cabins that sleep up to six people and its clubhouse offers a kitchen, fireplace, private banquet room and catering services. – LP

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Sonoita

Distance from Phoenix:

Approximately 169 miles, a twohour-and-45-minute drive

Distance from Tucson: Approximately 50 miles, a 50-minute drive

Best Route:

Take I-17 south from Phoenix to I-10 east; take exit 281 to State Route 83 to your destination The 2013 Fume Blanc at Sonoita Vineyards (Photo courtesy Sonoita Vineyards)

Balletic and lush, Sonoita is a Southern Arizona jewel. As the state’s only wine country deemed an American Viticultural Area (AVA), it’s among our largest vineyard destinations. And getting there is half the fun. Pinal Airpark in Casa Grande, a boneyard of nearly 120 retired civilian and military aircraft stored across 6,800 runway feet, is on the way. Arid desert temperatures facilitate minimal corrosion, just in case they’re put back into action, or more likely, used for parts. Here you can see a Central Intelligence Agency covert mission aircraft, a former private jet used by the Shah of Iran, and other aircrafts of interest. Further down I-10 is Colossal Cave Monument Park in Vail, where you can play explorer through several levels of adventures. The standard cave tour spans a half-mile of stalactites, stalagmites, flowstone, box work, and helictites. The more advanced Ladder Tour is 90 minutes of climbing and exploration of on- and off-route areas. The three-hour Wild Cave Tour goes into the deepest cavern areas, some of which have been outlaw hideouts. The park is nearly always open, but reservations, which can be made online, are required. When you ultimately arrive at the State Route 83 turnoff to Sonoita, pay attention, because it marks the commencement of your wine country experience. In the fall, the roadside is especially lush after the

monsoon rains, and this scenic drive is filled with miles and miles of rolling green hills as far as the eye can see. You may need to remind yourself that you haven’t left the state, or the country, for that matter. Once you arrive, select from Sonoita’s more than 33 vineyards, which sell their wines by the bottle, glass, or taste. Pack your favorite wine glass for discounted tastes. At Kief-Joshua Vineyards, you might find the father-and-son winemaker-owners pouring vino as live music plays on an outdoor patio where authentic Texas barbecue is sold. Part of its vineyard sits directly behind the tasting room, which makes a perfect backdrop for photos. A few doors down is the Village of Elgin, which serves its three scrumptious brands: Tombstone, Four Monkeys and The Village of Elgin. For some of the most breathtaking landscapes, head to Sonoita Vineyards, Arizona’s first winery. This historic spot has 360-degree views and picnic tables in the shade. When you’re ready to put this well-spent day to rest, try Sonoita Inn, an authentic Western hotel that was the dream child of Secretariat race horse co-owner, the late Margaret Carmichael. She attended the University of Arizona and was deeply fond of Sonoita. To this day, the inn remains an homage to her famed race horse that won the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness, and the Belmont in 1973. – LP

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Grand Canyon North Rim Distance from Phoenix:

Approximately 345 miles, a fivehour-and-45-minute drive

Distance from Tucson:

Approximately 466 miles, seven-and-a-half-hour drive

Best Route:

Take I-17 north from Phoenix to I-40 east; take State Route 89 north to 89A to your destination Activities abound at Grand Canyon National Park. (Photo courtesy Grand Canyon National Park)

Trips...continued from page 10 A road trip to the North Rim of The Grand Canyon is the original Wild

West expedition. And along the way, you’ll roam through Arizona’s pristine wilderness and see the changing leaves of fall. It also marks the wrap-up of the

Lake Powell Resort offers relaxation after recreation. (Photo courtesy Aramark)

Lake Powell

Distance from Phoenix:

Approximately 348 miles, a fourand-a-half-hour drive

Distance from Tucson:

Approximately 466 miles, a six-anda-half-hour drive

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Take I-17 north from Phoenix to I-40 east, then follow State Route 89 north to your destination Just south of the Arizona-Utah border, overlooking America’s second largest man-made reservoir, the threediamond Lake Powell Resort offers the only lodging inside the park — apart from the neighboring Wahweap RV and

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Campground site, where guests have equal access to Lake Powell Resort’s swimming pool, gym and restaurants. The drive from Phoenix to Lake Powell is a favorite route among RVers, taking in Sedona’s Red Rocks and Flagstaff ’s peaks before braving the long stretch running alongside the Grand Canyon and following the Colorado River until it deposits into Lake Powell. Once there, the RV park and resort offers a wide variety of scenic adventures — from a pontoon boat tour of Antelope Canyon, observing the sculpted geology of the lower end of Lake Powell, to a six-hour tour snaking along 50 miles of shoreline to the Rainbow Bridge National Monument to a relaxing sunset dinner on the luxurious Canyon Princess cruise ship along Wahweap Bay. – JM

North Rim’s slim May through October operational window, and on September 30, admission is free thanks to National Public Lands Day. There are many miles between home and this destination, so break it up into two days. After a three or so hour drive north, spend the night at Flagstaff ’s vintage England House Bed & Breakfast. It was built in 1902 by stone cutters William England and Barbara MichelbachEngland and it is a display of the type of stones they purveyed. This Victorian inn is a short walk from the city’s historic downtown, so you can stretch your legs before dinner. Josephine’s Modern American Bistro, Criollo Latin Kitchen, and The McMillan Bar and Kitchen are some of the vintage, chic hideaways you’ll find mere blocks away. In the morning, don’t miss the multicourse gourmet breakfast topped with juice and organic coffee that’s included in your stay. It’s served on the B&B’s Sun Porch, a charming wooden dining room lined with antique window panes and tree views. On the way out of Flagstaff, stop at Arizona Snowbowl, where its off-season chairlift ride will shuttle you 11,500 feet up the western edge of the San Francisco

Peaks. These heights provide a fall foliage bird’s-eye view that goes as far south as Sedona and as far north as the Grand Canyon. The latter portion of this day-two drive takes you across Vermilion Cliffs Scenic Highway, where desert views transform to juniper, oak, and aspen forest trees. And if you’re up for getting even more off track while you’re in this remote area of the state, you might veer to Carl Hayden Visitor Center at Glen Canyon to learn about this incredible man-made marvel. When you arrive at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, there’s only one place to stay – Grand Canyon Lodge. This simple, historic lodge was built in 1928 and offers a variety of rustic cabin and basic motel rooms known for good food, spirits and, of course, some of the most marvelous views in the world. And although the drive home may seem arduous, a treat awaits you at Rock Springs Cafe. Located off I-17 in Black Canyon City, the café carries a complete selection of yummy, oldfashioned American pies. Eat a slice at the restaurant and then take a pie to-go. If you’re hungry for lunch or dinner, the restaurant serves delicious American fare and Southwestern favorites, too. – LP

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Sage of the Stage It’s Chapter Two for Marsha Mason and Arizona Theatre Company. BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI Legendary actress Marsha Mason is a firm believer in regional theater. She enjoys performing, as well as directing, within smaller venues. Mason especially appreciates the Arizona Theatre Company, for whom she will direct Neil Simon’s Chapter Two, which opens the 2017-2018 season. The show runs in Tucson from September 9 to September 30, and in Phoenix October 5 to October 22. This is an encore appearance for Mason, who last year helmed An Act of God. “(ATC artistic director emeritus) David Ira Goldstein asked if I wanted to come back,” she says. “It was such a

positive experience that he suggested I do Chapter Two. I had directed it once before at (Pennsylvania’s) Bucks County Playhouse. I thought it would be fun to do it for the audiences in Arizona. “The Arizona Theatre Company’s facilities are beautiful, and the staff is just stellar. I had such a positive experience that there was no reason not to come.” Neil Simon’s Chapter Two is a semiautobiographical comedy about a recently widowed writer, George Schneider, who is introduced by his press-agent brother to soap opera actress Jennie Malone. The two have a whirlwind romance in the play, which was written as a tribute to Mason, Simon’s second wife. Mason was nominated for an Academy Award and won a Golden Globe for playing the lead role in the 1979 film version of Chapter Two. Two “I love the show and I know it well,” she says. “We’ve brought it up to contemporary times. It feels like it moves along. In the 1970s, there was a slower rhythm to life, in general. We’ve designed the set in such a way so the scenes blend in with each other. It moves the play along very well.” The 75-year-old Mason admits there are challenges to directing, which she began in the 1980s at New York’s Second Stage Theater. “I like new challenges, though,” she

Marsha Mason won a Golden Globe for her role in the 1979 film version of Chapter Two. (Photo courtesy Arizona Theatre Company)

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says. “This has been wonderful. I started at Second Stage and then I went on to direct at a couple of other places as well.” Mason, who stars in the ABC sitcom The Middle, prefers variety in her career. She bought a farm in New Mexico and grew certified organic herbs. She also traveled to London for nine months to perform. “I’ve been all over the place,” she says. “It’s wonderful to get back to it. I’ll always be grateful to the Bucks County Playhouse. They gave me the opportunity to direct there several times. I’ve performed there, too. Now, I’ve been doing more work out of town and now this is my second time in Arizona.” Arizona has been good to Mason, as she has enjoyed the food and sights of Tucson and the Valley. “First of all, the people there are very, very supportive and friendly,” she says. “The food is wonderful. I’ve spent the majority of my time in Tucson because that’s where we rehearsed and opened the show. “I came back to mount it in Phoenix and the Phoenix audience was just terrific. I enjoyed both cities very much and enjoyed the museums, too.” Whenever aspiring thespians ask Mason for advice, she has a simple answer: Be prepared and indulge in regional theater. “You never know when a lucky break is going to come along,” Mason says. “You don’t know where it’s going to be or what. “Young people should work as much as they can and go where the work is. They should do everything they possibly can – study, visit museums, go to operas and, if you can afford it, go to the theater. Immerse yourself in the world you want to be a part of.” Most important, she says, is supporting regional theater. “The audiences are so terrific,” Mason explains. “The Arizona Theatre Company is so wonderful. Based on my experiences last year, and this experience, too, it’s a first-rate professional theater. The staff is great and responsive and responsible. You can’t ask for more than that.”

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What: Chapter Two When: September 9-30, various times Where: Temple of Music and Art, 330 S. Scott Avenue, Tucson Cost: $25-$50 Info: 520-622-2823, arizonatheatre. org; tucsonmusichall.org

Calendar of Events September 1 Friday

Why Black History Matters, 6 to 7 p.m., Arizona History Museum, 949 E. Second Street, $3 from 4 to 8 p.m., 628-5774, arizonahistoricalsociety.org/ tucson/. Join community historian and History Lab curator Bernard Wilson in a discussion of his exhibit “Why Black History Matters.” This exhibit represents some of the black Tucsonans/Southern Arizonans who are part of the Old Pueblo’s rich heritage. Program is included with admission to the museum. Discounted admission begins every Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. Free validated parking available in the Main Gate garage; enter on Second Street.

September 2 Saturday

Dog Days of Summer, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., through September 4, Old Tucson, Tucson Mountain Park, 201 S. Kinney Road, $18.95, with discounts for seniors, 883-0100, oldtucson.com. Featured will be DockDogs, an internationally renowned organization that presents canine diving competitions worldwide. Local dog owners are encouraged to bring their dogs out for the amateur category. Admission includes participation in the diving competition, which will be Saturday and Sunday. Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch, 8:30 to 10 a.m., Historic Hacienda de la Canoa, 5375 S. Interstate 19 Frontage Road, Green Valley, free, online registration required, pima.gov/canoaranch, canoaranch@pima.gov, 724-5220.

September 3 Sunday

Southern Arizona Salsa, Tequila and Taco Challenge, 7 p.m., La Encantada Shopping Center, 2905 E. Skyline Drive, $55, saaca.org/salsatequila. html. More than 1,500 attendees will try the best salsa, tequila and tacos in the region from participating mixologists and chefs.

September 4 Monday Happy Labor Day!

September 5 Tuesday

Birding Colossal Cave Mountain Park, 8 to 10 a.m., Colossal Cave Mountain Park, 16721 E. Old Spanish Trail, free for members, $5 nonmembers, online registration required, pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@ pima.gov, 724-5375. Join a local birding expert to explore the bountiful birdlife that inhabits the Arizona Uplands of Colossal Cave Mountain Park.

September 6 Wednesday

Full Moon Nature Walk, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road, free for members, $5 nonmembers, online registration required, pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@ pima.gov, 724-5375. Join a Pima County naturalist for this easy, two-hour nature walk.

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hosting three silent auctions. After the first auction has ended, the free area of plants, pottery and other plant-related items will be open. In addition, at 3 p.m., there will be $2, $5 and $10 tables to purchase plants and other items, and free ice cream.

September 13 Wednesday

memberships, $5 nonmembers, online registration required, pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov, 7245375. Join Pima County naturalists on an easy hike to discover who is out and about in the desert at night.

Kansas, 7:30 p.m., Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress, $43-$95, foxtucson.com. Kansas will perform its album, Leftoverture, in its entirety.

September 7 Thursday

Tucson Cactus and Succulent Society Meeting, 7 to 9 p.m., Sky Islands Public High School, 6000 E. 14th Street, free, 256-2447, tcss@tucsoncactus.org, tucsncactus.org. New Mexico nursery owner Wendell (Woody) Minnich will discuss special cacti succulents. Birding Agua Caliente Park, 8 to 9:30 a.m., Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road, free for members, $5 nonmembers, online registration required, pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov, 7245375. Take a guided walk to see a variety of birds, such as warblers, flycatchers, hummingbirds, orioles and vireos.

September 8 Friday

Desert Night Shift, 7 to 9 p.m., Tucson Mountain Park, Ironwood Picnic Area, 1500 S. Kinney Road, at Hal Gras road, free for children and adults with

Nature Preschool Hour, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Brandi Fenton Memorial Park Visitor Center, 3482 E. River Road, free for children and adults with memberships, $5 nonmembers, online registration required, pima. gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov, 724-5375. Bring the grandchildren, ages 3 to 5, for this program that teaches kids about nature through stories, crafts and games.

September 14 Thursday

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Prickly Pear Harvest Workshop, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road, free for children, $10 adult members, $15 nonmembers, online registration required, pima. gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov, 724-5375. Enjoy the bounty of the desert as the group harvests the fruit of the prickly pear cactus. Learn about the many uses for prickly pear cactus, check out cochineal bugs, make prickly pear juice and enjoy ice cream with prickly pear syrup.

September 10 Sunday

Cactus Society’s Good Times Silent Auctions, 3 p.m., Sky Islands Public High School, 6000 E. 14th Street, free admission, 256-2447, holcombew@yahoo. com. The Tucson Cactus and Succulent Society are

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Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch, 8:30 to 10 a.m., Historic Hacienda de la Canoa, 5375 S. Interstate 19 Frontage Road, Green Valley, free, online registration required, pima.gov/canoaranch, canoaranch@pima. gov, 724-5220.

Dragons and Damsels of Agua Caliente Park, 8 to 9:30 a.m., Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road, free for children and adults with memberships, $5 nonmember fee, online registration required, pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov, 724-5375. Explore the world of dragonflies and damselflies at the park. Join naturalist Jeff Babson for a close-up look at these insects and learn about their identification, biology and conservation.

Green Valley Stroke Support Group, 10 to 11 a.m., Zuni Room, La Perla at La Posada, 635 S. Park Center Avenue, Green Valley, free, 626-2901, reservations required. The group is facilitated by Leslie Ritter, Ph.D., RN, and supported by Banner-University Medical Center, University of Arizona College of Nursing and Sarver Heart Center. It is for stroke survivors and caregivers to learn more about strokes, to find positive solutions to shared concerns and to unite in support of each other.

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September 15 Friday

Birding Cienega Creek, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., Gabe Zimmerman Davidson Canyon Trailhead at Cienega Creek Natural Preserve, 16000 E. Marsh Station Road, free for members, $5 nonmembers, online registration required, pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@ pima.gov, 724-5375. Join Jeff Babson on this guided walk to observe the rich birdlife in the diverse habitats of Cienega Creek Natural Preserve as the group searches for hawks, tanagers, warblers, sparrows and others.

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September 26 Tuesday

Get together with the kids! It’s Family Day. Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch, 8:30 to 10 a.m., Historic Hacienda de la Canoa, 5375 S. Interstate 19 Frontage Road, Green Valley, free, online registration required, pima.gov/canoaranch, canoaranch@pima. gov, 724-5220.

September 18 Monday

The Magpie Salute, 8 p.m., Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress, $24-$59, foxtucson.com. The Magpie Salute features former Black Crowes bandmates Rich Robinson, Marc Ford and Sven Pipien.

Hummingbird ID Workshop, 7 to 9 p.m., Brandi Fenton Memorial Park Visitor Center, 3482 E. River Road, $10 for members, $15 nonmembers, online registration required, pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@ pima.gov, 724-5375. Join Jeff Babson to learn the intricacies of identification as the group examines all of the hummer species found in southern Arizona.

NARFE Chapter 1874 Meeting, 11:30 a.m., Golden Corral Restaurant, 6865 N. Thornydale Drive, $8.95 (senior lunch), reservations required, 400-3456. Current and retired federal employees, spouses, guests and visitors are invited to join NARFE Chapter 1874 for its monthly meeting.

A Night Under the Stars, 7 to 9 p.m., Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road, free, pima. gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov, 724-5375. Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association volunteers provide an introduction to the night sky and set up telescopes for celestial viewing. Feel free to bring a lawn chair. Prickly Pear Fruit Processing Workshop, 8 to 11 a.m., Oracle State Park, 3820 Wildlife Drive, Oracle, $15 for workshop, $7 per car park admission, registration required, 896-2425. Join Sonoran herbalist John Slattery for a trail walk and talk to learn about the prickly pear cactus. With blender and straining equipment, Slattery will demonstrate a simple method for processing prickly pear at home. Enjoy a freshly made juice drink at the end.

September 17 Sunday

Three Dog Night, 7 p.m., Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress, $33-$79, foxtucson.com. After 50 years, Three Dog Night plays more than 70 shows a year by founder/singer Danny Hutton, guitarist Michael Allsup, bassist/vocalist Paul Kingery, drummer Pat Bautz, keyboardist Eddie Reasoner and vocalist David Morgan.

Building the Wall, various times through October 15, ATC Cabaret Theatre, 330 S. Scott Avenue, tickets start at $13, 882-7406, borderlandstheater.org. Building the Wall is the newest play by Pulitzer Prize- and Tony Award-winning playwright Robert Schenkkan.

September 22 Friday

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September 23 Saturday

September 19 Tuesday

Tucson Organic Gardeners Meeting, 7 p.m., St. Mark’s Presbyterian Church, 3809 E. Third Street, free, info@tucsonorganicgardeners.org, tucsonorganicgardeners.org. This month’s program is Have Your Best Soil Ever, an introduction to garden soil and composting.

September 20 Wednesday

Restoration Tour, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Historic Hacienda de la Canoa, 5375 S. Interstate 19 Frontage Road, Green Valley, free, online registration required, pima. gov/canoaranch, canoaranch@pima.gov, 724-5220. Take a behind-the-scenes tour with architectural preservationist Simon Herbert to examine the processes and materials used in the restoration of the structures at Historic Canoa Ranch. Anza Tour at Historic Canoa Ranch, 9 to 10 a.m., Historic Hacienda de la Canoa, 5375 S. Interstate 19 Frontage Road, Green Valley, free, online registration required, pima.gov/canoaranch, canoaranch@pima. gov, 724-5220. Learn about Col. Juan Bautista de Anza and the group of Spanish colonial settlers who made their first stop at Canoa Ranch in 1775, as they began a 1,200-mile journey from Sonora, New Spain, to colonize what is now San Francisco.

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September 27 Wednesday

Tucson Greek Festival, 4 to 10 p.m., repeats 3 to 11 p.m. September 22, noon to 11 p.m. September 23 and noon to 6 p.m. September 24, St. Demetrios Church, 1145 E. Fort Lowell Road, 888-0505, stdemtucson.org.

Tucson Greek Festival, 3 to 10 p.m., repeats noon to 11 p.m. September 23 and noon to 6 p.m. September 24, St. Demetrios Church, 1145 E. Fort Lowell Road, 888-0505, stdemtucson.org.

September 16 Saturday

September 21 Thursday

Jesse Colin Young and Martin Barre, 8 p.m., Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress, $27-$207, foxtucson.com. Jesse Colin Young, who founded The Youngbloods, and former Jethro Tull guitarist Martin Barre bring their co-headlining tour to Tucson. Jazz Legends Live, 5:30 p.m. (dinner) and 7 p.m. (concert), The Lodge at Ventana Canyon, 6200 N. Clubhouse Lane, $65-$2,500, 797-3959. Musicians include Lewis Nash, Bobby Floyd, Niki Haris, Tom Kennedy and Jon Faddis. Tucson Greek Festival, noon to 11 p.m., repeats noon to 6 p.m. September 24, St. Demetrios Church, 1145 E. Fort Lowell Road, 888-0505, stdemtucson.org. Birding Sweetwater Wetlands, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., Sweetwater Wetlands, 2511 W. Sweetwater Drive, free, online registration required, pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov, 724-5375. Roam this urban birding hotspot with a naturalist to look for wetland and desert birds. Star Party, 7 to 9 p.m., Oracle State Park, 3820 Wildlife Drive, Oracle, $7 per car park admission, 8962425. The Tucson Amateur Astronomers Association will bring telescopes and interpret the night sky.

September 29 Friday

September 30 Saturday

Water Walk at Agua Caliente Park, 7:30 to 9 a.m., Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road, free for members, $5 nonmember fee, online registration required, pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@ pima.gov, 724-5375. Take a guided walk to discover how water moves through the landscape, beginning with the park’s namesake spring. A Night Under the Stars, 7 to 9 p.m., Tucson Mountain Park, Ironwood Picnic Area, 1500 S. Kinney Road at Hal Gras Road, free, 724-5375, pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov.

September 24 Sunday

Tucson Greek Festival, noon to 6 p.m., St. Demetrios Church, 1145 E. Fort Lowell Road, 888-0505, stdemtucson.org.

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Barbara Rush and her leading men BY NICK THOMAS The list of actors with whom Barbara Rush shared the big screen is impressive. “I did work with a lot of interesting and talented men,” Rush says from Los Angeles. “And actresses, too, such as Jane Wyman. I found the nicest people were actually the biggest stars because they were all so gracious and helpful.” Just considering 1958’s The Young Lions, she worked alongside Marlon Brando, Montgomery Clift and Dean Martin. “It was a serious war film, but Dean still made me laugh – a lovely man. He would say, ‘I don’t drink anymore… I don’t drink any less, but I don’t drink any more!’ I never saw him drunk; it was all an act.” With a career that includes extensive television and theatrical roles, Rush was prolific on the big screen throughout the 1950s, including three films with Rock Hudson. “You couldn’t help but love

someone like Rock, who had a wonderful sense of humor and just loved to laugh,” she says. “He was just the funniest actor I ever worked with.” The two played a pair of Indians in the Western Taza, Son of Cochise (1954). Rush’s character was named Oona. “Off camera, Rock would call me Oona, dos, tres!” But laughs were scarce in the 1956 film Bigger than Life, in which Rush’s character suffers abuse at the hands of a drugcrazed James Mason. “It was based on a true story about a teacher and the side effects he experienced from addiction to the new drug cortisone,” Rush says. “James was fascinated by the story and wanted to produce and star in the movie.” He was “truly a wonderful actor with an unforgettable voice,” she adds. Rush was also married to popular leading man Jeffrey Hunter. “We never

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Publicity shots of Barbara Rush for the films (left to right) Captain Lightfoot, The Black Shield of Falworth and It Came from Outer Space (Photos courtesy Universal Pictures)

really did a film together. He was always wandering around the world making movies and so was I,” she says. “There was a period of about a year and a half when we never saw each other. I told him that was ridiculous and he agreed. We divorced but remained friends.” Rush also counted late Turner Classic Movies host Robert Osborne among her many entertainment friends. “I remember Bob calling me up one time and saying, ‘We’re playing one of your old films tonight,’” she says. “There was a time when I didn’t like seeing myself in those

early films, but I watched that evening and thought ‘Hey, I was actually pretty good!’ If you work with great actors, it rubs off on you. I think I gave some performances I can be quite proud of.” And at 90, she recently found herself in front of the camera again to complete a short promo – “Bleeding Hearts: The Arteries of Glenda Bryant” – for a new TV series her niece, General Hospital actress Carolyn Hennesy, is pitching to networks. “I play a kind of vampire – something quite new for me!” Rush says. “But it was fun to do.” Rock Hudson and Barbara Rush in Taza, Son of Chochise (Photo courtesy Universal Pictures)

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Time to put on your thinking caps BY KENNETH LAFAVE Welcome to September, which sees the end of the summer, at least for most of the northern hemisphere. Here in Arizona, of course, we have to wait until Halloween before it’s safe to shut down the air conditioning. The name means “seventh,” as September was the seventh month of the old Roman calendar that began in what we call March. Now it’s the ninth month, which means it should be renamed November. In turn, October (which means “eighth”) should be called December, November should be Undeciber, and December should be Dodecaber. Or something. Maybe we should just rename all the months after the pop stars born in them. In that case, September might be called

Adam Sandler, Bruce Springsteen, Joan Jett, Marc Anthony, Amy Winehouse, or Bill Murray. Other September births include Queen Elizabeth I, Genghis Khan, George Gershwin, T.S. Eliot, William Faulkner, Stephen King, Buddy Rich, and H.G. Wells. The sapphire is September’s official gemstone and the morning glory is its flower. September is National Chicken Month and also National Rice Month, so feel free to cook those two together. “Chocolate Milkshake Day” arrives Sept. 10, while “National Cheeseburger Day” comes Sept. 18, though I think they should be combined as “National Cheeseburger and Chocolate Milkshake Day” and be done with it.

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Kansas looks back at their hit album Leftoverture. BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI Since guitarist Richard Williams cofounded Kansas, he has learned to live in the moment: no expectations, no regrets. As a result, Williams’ 43-year run in Kansas has gone quickly. “I never thought I’d be doing this when I was 30,” says Williams via telephone from Atlanta, where the band has been based since the 1970s. “I just turned 67. I’ve had almost 40 years of surprises. “Our goals were set pretty low when the original six of us got together. We wanted to make an album, in the hopes of breaking out of the Midwest bar market. We didn’t play the kind of music that club owners would love to have. We played a lot of weird stuff. They wanted people up there dancing, so they’d get thirsty and drink more beer.” Kansas stuck to its guns and found success along the way. The band is now celebrating the 40th anniversary of the album Leftoverture by performing the collection in its entirety. The show at the Fox Tucson Theatre on Wednesday, Sept. 6, will also feature hits, deep cuts and new songs from The Prelude Implicit. “The show is two and a half hours long,” he says. “It’s the longest show we’ve ever done. It’s very satisfying for the band. I always felt like, with one-and-a-half-hour shows, we were just getting warmed up.

It wasn’t worth the trouble and expense to get somewhere. Now, I feel it’s really worth my time, and I know the crowd agrees.” Leftoverture was released in 1976 and includes the million-selling single “Carry on Wayward Son,” as well as “The Wall,” “Miracles Out of Nowhere” and “What’s on My Mind.” The album peaked at No. 5 on Billboard’s album charts and reached sextuple-platinum status. The Prelude Implicit hit stores in September 2016 and reached No. 14 on the top 200 album chart, No. 41 on the Billboard 200, No. 5 for rock albums, No. 6 for physical albums, and No. 17 on the vinyl albums chart. When Leftoverture was recorded, the goal was simple – just to break out of the Midwestern market. “There wasn’t a lot of future thought on that,” he says. “We didn’t come from a place where big dreams come true. That was as big of a dream as we had.” But music publisher, producer, talent manager and songwriter Don Kirshner had other thoughts. “He was putting a lot of money into us,” he says. “With Leftoverture, he got the hit he wanted and then suddenly we were selling millions of records, which helped

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“Stand by to set lower top sail!” the captain shouted. Backlit by a late Mediterra- The Royal Clipper nean sun, he made a strikThe five-mast, 439-foot ing figure in his maritime Royal Clipper is the largest attire. “Pull sheets, lower top and fastest sailing ship on sail coming out!” I gripped the sea today. Modeled affirmly on the rope. “Heave! ter the turn-of-the-century Heave! Heave!” commanded tall ship Preuseen – once the the first mate. My group world’s fastest sailing ship – of eight joined in unison the Royal Clipper is a hybrid, as we pulled on the rope. I like today’s new baseball thought the man in front of stadiums, embracing the me could have worked a litbest traditions of the past tle harder, but the German with the state-of-the-art boy at my rear was quite litamenities of today. It is the erally pulling up the slack. A real deal and does not use few minutes later, the mag- Photographer Deb Roskamp takes computers for sail handling. nificent sail towered in the time off to climb to the crow’s nest. Passengers can particiwind above us. With images (Photo by Ed Boitano) pate in sailing drills, climb of Sir Francis Drake and Ferthe mast to one of the crow’s nests for pandinand Magellan, I had often dreamed of oramic views and even take their hand at working on a real sailing vessel. This was a the wheel. Contemporary creature com-

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Civitavecchia – Port of Rome Your journey will begin and end in the Eternal City, and it is essential that you spend time either before or after your cruise in the Italian capital, where each step forward is also a step back into history. From the Roman Forum and Colosseum to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Cathedral, the attractions are endless. The Royal Clipper offers three-day add-on packages, which include accommodations and sightseeing tours.

Pompeii & Sorrento On August 24, 79 A.D., Mount Vesuvius erupted, covering the Roman provincial center of Pompeii with more than 20 feet of ash and stone. Many of the city’s 20,000 residents were killed by sulfur fires or by lava and stone. Pompeii was frozen in time until excavations unveiled this remarkable archaeological site. Plaster was poured into the empty spaces in the lava to make body casts – a man stretches out to protect his mother, a dog lays tethered by his chain. Also on display are luxurious mansions, ancient baths, temples and markets, offering an amazing insight into 2,000year-old Roman life.

Amalfi Coast Canceled – On to Naples There was a collective moan among the passengers when we were informed the water was too rough for landing on the Amalfi Coast. We had been warned beforehand that this can be the case aboard the authentic small vessel. The moans became even louder when it was announced the alternative would be a day in Naples: aka “the city that Italy forgot.” Naples is the most densely populated city in Italy. The traffic is so intense that a simple stroll across the street can be a brush with death. I believe I was the only person on the vessel who was happy about the change in our schedule. For a trip to Naples meant one thing: I could finally sample Naples’ gift to the world – an authentic pizza napoletana: thin-crusted and 14 inches in diameter, with a high outer wedge to contain sauce made from San Marzano tomatoes grown in the rich volcanic soil at the base of Mount Vesuvius. With dollops of buffalo mozzarella, this gastronomic treat is baked in an oven made with stones from Mount Vesuvius. I was not unhappy to have the experience under my belt.

Taormina, Sicily The day began with a Sicilian brunch and wine tasting at the estate of a real baroness. With Mount Etna and the Mediterranean as a backdrop, we enjoyed the wine and food products, all of which came from the estate. Next to the hospitality and setting, the high point was a simple pasta dish made with only three ingredients: olive oil, diced translucent eggplant and a dry ricotta cheese. Next stop was a bus trip on the coast road to Taormina. Perched on a terrace overlooking the sea, it a great place to sip an espresso and enjoy the local medieval character. On the edge of the town is an impressive 3rd-century B.C. Greek theater. The next morning, it was an enchanting day at sea as the Royal Clipper sailed back to Rome. For further information, visit starclippers.com.

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Zinburger’s haute hamburgers are worth the price – and their weight in napkins. BY NIKI D’ANDREA One would expect any place that serves a hamburger called “Bruce Lee” to kick some major butt. Zinburger indeed packs a punch with its martially artful masterpiece, which lights the palate up with tingling barbecue sauce, jalapeños, and Sriracha mayo before a balancing blend of earthy avocado, napa cabbage slaw and cucumber smooths things over. It’s a monumental mess (you’ll need extra napkins) on a bulging slab of juicy beef between two voluminous buns, but the sheer girth of the patty and glut of condiments makes it worth the $11.50 price tag. That long toothpick they stick in the center will never keep it all together. Part of the Fox Restaurant Concepts family, Zinburger was among the first haute hamburger places in Tucson, and it remains one of the best. They serve certified Angus beef and Strauss Farms grass-

All burgers come a la carte, so fries must be ordered as a side. (Photos courtesy Havas PR)

fed beef, they grind their hamburger daily, and they make everything to order. There are no bargain burgers here, but

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every single one is worth the splurge. The lowest-priced is the Plain & Simple ($9.50), which comes with just lettuce, tomato

and mayo. The signature Zinburger costs $10.50, but is another hot mess, oozing Manchego cheese, soaked in zinfandelbraised onions, slathered with mayo and piled with lettuce. The most expensive variation is the $15.50 grass-fed Strass Farms burger, topped with aged white cheddar, roasted mushrooms, caramelized onions, lettuce and more mayo (every burger on the menu comes with mayo, because these are high-end hamburgers, and that is the European thing to do). And yes, it’s a mess. But it’s delicious. If eating a hamburger while sitting across from the restaurant’s giant mural of grazing cows is unnerving, or if you just don’t feel like having beef, Zinburger’s menu includes a seared ahi sandwich in tamari glaze with avocado, coleslaw, and mayo, and an incredibly tasty turkey burger topped with Swiss cheese, avocado, tomato, lettuce, and of course, mayo. All burgers come a la carte, so fries must be ordered as a side, and Zinburger offers six takes on the tuber, ranging from $3 to $7 – regular hand-cut fries; spicy green

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Zinburger...continued from page 26 chili fries with an incendiary blend of roasted jalapeños and chipotle sauce speckled with bitter cotija cheese; sweet potato fries; zucchini fries; double truffle fries with truffle aioli, truffle oil and parmesan cheese; and a “loaded” version smothered in Applewood-smoked bacon, cheese, sour cream and chives. House-made onion rings are also an awesome option. There’s not a bad bowl among Zinburger’s five salad choices: each one is fresh, complex and… not a hot mess. There’s familiar territory (Caesar salad, chopped wedge salad) and there’s slightly more exotic fare – and significantly more heft – in the Farm Salad (mixed greens, cabbage, radishes, avocado, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, red quinoa, roasted corn, feta cheese, Champagne vinaigrette) and the Chinese chicken salad (mixed greens, napa cabbage, oranges, red peppers, wonton chips, sesame seeds, and “Asian vinaigrette”). You probably won’t want dessert if your meal included one of Banana Royal milkshake. (Photos by Niki D’Andrea) Zinburger’s rich shakes, which are as decadent as their burgers, and espe- is more modest. There’s wine (12 reds, six cially if you don’t like pie (but who doesn’t whites and one rosé), beer (14 brews, inlike pie?!), because that’s all they offer, and cluding local Barrio Brewing Co.’s light and only fresh banana cream or rich chocolate malty Tucson Blonde), and seven basic cocktails including the garden-in-a-glass cream. cucumber basil mule, garnished with enough torn basil for an Anne Geddes baby photo shoot. Speaking of babies, if you want to see someone cry like one – or you know, if a friend just needs to clear their sinuses – have them eat Zinburger’s El Diablo burger. That one’s got fire-roasted jalapeños, pepper jack cheese, and chipotle… mayo. Hoo boy. Might as well soak the tongue in the cool ice cream of a milkshake topped with chocolate-drizzled The turkey burger is incredibly tasty. whipped cream for a while. It’s a lot to finish at once, so better grab even But the milkshakes could give you the more napkins for the impending sweet shakes. There are eight variations of shakes meltdown. (plus a root beer float), including Nutella hazelnut crunch, Butterfinger, strawberry, Zinburger and cookies and cream. Shakes ($5.50 6390 E. Grant Road each) come served in tall, old-fashioned 298-2020 shake glasses, and can be made into malts 1865 E. River Road (Joesler Village) for a dollar extra. 299-7799 As far as the bar, it’s massive and packed zinburgeraz.com with people at peak hours, but the menu

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What’s Cooking?

Grilled eggplant Caprese BY JAN D’ATRI

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It’s one of the most beautiful places on Earth. The island of Capri stands out as a breathtaking Italian jewel near the Amalfi Coast in Southern Italy. Known for the famous Blue Grotto, Capri is also responsible for one of America’s favorite dishes, the insalata Caprese, or Caprese salad. Three ingredients plus a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar exempliy quintessential Italian cuisine: simple, fresh and memorable. But this recipe adds a delightful twist to the

Grilled Eggplant Caprese

Ingredients: (Makes about 6 stacks) - 2 large eggplants, unpeeled, cut into 1/2-inch rounds - 2 teaspoons salt - 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil - 2-3 cloves garlic, minced - Salt and pepper to taste - 2-3 sheets soft lavosh bread (Trader Joe’s) - 1 log (1 lb.) Mozzarella cheese log, cut into 1/2-inch slices - 4 ripe tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch slices - Approx. 15-20 fresh basil leaves - Olive oil and balsamic vinegar or balsamic reduction for drizzling Directions: Cut eggplants into 1/2-inch slices. Do not peel. Step #1 In a medium large pot, add enough water to cover eggplant slices. Add salt and bring water to boil. Place eggplant into boiling water and cook for about 3-4 minutes until softened but still firm. Transfer to plate or baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain. Step #2 In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and garlic. Lightly brush oil mixture over both

traditional tomato, mozzarella and basil. Sliced, grilled eggplant is added, and the entire stack sits on a square of soft lavosh bread that has been grilled and seasoned for the perfect base. I used a panini press to toast the sheets of lavosh bread and to give the eggplant beautiful grill marks, but you can also use a grill plate or skillet. This dish is perfect for a light lunch or dinner and of course as a beautiful appetizer. Molto delicioso! sides of eggplant slices. Sprinkle salt and pepper over slices. Step #3 Brush oil mixture over lavosh sheets. Sprinkle with a small amount of salt. Slice desired sheets into six squares. Step #4 Heat panini press, grill pan or skillet. Arrange the eggplant slices and cook until golden brown on both sides. Gently lift out of pan and transfer the slices to a plate to let cool. Step #5 In the same panini press, grill pan or skillet, heat lavosh squares until crisp and golden brown. Set aside. Step #6 Assemble the stack. On a plate, place one piece of Lavosh on the bottom, then top with slices of grilled eggplant, mozzarella and tomato. Place several basil leaves in between mozzarella and tomato slices. Sprinkle a small amount of salt and pepper over stack. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and balsamic vinegar or balsamic reduction. Repeat steps for the rest of the stacks. Add a few more leaves of basil for garnish. Serve immediately and eat with knife and fork. Jan’s note: When buying tomatoes, do not refrigerate as they will become watery and lose flavor.

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Digital detox BY BOB ROTH

Managing Partner of Cypress Homecare Solutions

Raise your right hand (put your smartphone down first) and repeat after me, “I am ready for a digital detox.” Who besides me is longing for the good old days? When we actually communicated with one another without that blinking box in our hand? I long to add an appointment to my agenda in ink and to actually turn a page while reading a book. I really miss my three-dimensional friends and family. Why is it that I can now only picture them as a representation on a screen, through some glorified filter, filled with anxiety over how many likes their last post received? I know my therapy dog, Lacey, is wondering why we would rather swipe that little box than

put our hands on her. And furthermore, is my wife wondering the same? As I ride this emotional rollercoaster of “I can’t live with or without my smartphone,” I do have grave concerns for our society at large and especially the aging population and Baby Boomers. Specifically, I am concerned that: • Social media is causing us to connect to our devices and to disconnect from each other. • We have lost all sense of socially acceptable behavior, using our smartphones as the scapegoat. • Smartphone use could be negatively affecting sleep. • We are living to curate our life for the

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photo op instead of being present in the moment. • We have less tolerance for boredom, which is the impetus for deep thinking and creativity. Remember when you actually made small talk in grocery lines? I am very aware of how lonely it must be for cashiers to go through their day and mostly see the tops of people’s heads. There is no worse offense than to choose the device over the live human being right in front of you. I can’t decide if it’s worse to ignore strangers or your own family and f r i e n d s. Shout-out to the smart young man dating my daughter. When asked why he never looked at his phone when they were together, he answered, “What could be more important or more interesting than you?” Imagine how this affects our aging loved ones who are not up on the latest technology and already feel left behind and marginalized. To my friends of the Greatest Generation, I beg of you, a little assistance please. Stand tall and ask people to speak to each other. I observed in a restaurant a father and son eating a meal out together with their heads down the entire time. A wiser older gentleman dropped a note at the table before exiting the restaurant. I eavesdropped hard enough to discover the note suggested that fathers and sons should actually speak to each other at mealtime. Amen to that and to going out on a limb to disrupt the status quo to what we now consider socially acceptable. Who remembers when the dinner table was almost sacred space? For many, the smartphone is the last thing we touch at night and the first thing we touch in the morning and, in many instances, what we turn to when we wake up unexpectedly in the middle of the night. Keeping the phone on the nightstand may not seem like a big deal, but technology affects our sleep in more

ways than most of us realize. Whether we’re surfing the web or using the alarm clock app on the phone, the emission of the screen’s blue light suppresses the body’s production of melatonin. Melatonin is the hormone that controls your circadian rhythm, the sleep/wake cycle. A reduction in melatonin makes it harder to fall and stay asleep. Give yourself at least 30 (and ideally 60) minutes of gadget-free transition time before hitting the hay. Even better, make your bedroom a screen-free zone, which also includes TVs. It could be the content of your email or article that you are reading that causes you to become excited, which can have an adverse effect on your sleep. Are you willingly trading sleep for screen time? This makes no sense given the scarcity of this most important resource. If you choose sleep, you will never have to decide if one more Google search will satisfy your curiosity. Picture yourself hitting snooze every time you say to yourself, OK, just one more and then I will go to bed. For our aging population and for the Baby Boomers, impaired coordination due to sleep debt is dangerous and can lead to falls and car accidents. Sleep disorders and chronic sleep loss can put you at risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke and diabetes. Do yourself a solid and find a few key functions on your phone. Airplane mode is a really good one. It will give you music and your alarm clock and will insulate you from phone calls, text messages, email, and the internet. It’s like the good old days of having a first-generation iPod. Do not disturb is also a great function to learn. You can allow certain numbers to come through for emergencies. You get to dictate the terms of who can interrupt you. Learn to unplug, breathe deep and relax. Be in the moment even if you don’t capture it on your smartphone and post it. Life is really good without all the distractions numbing our senses.

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Art fosters a healing environment BY LAUREN RABB The human senses – we have five of them and although we recognize when one sense is acutely affected, often we are not aware of how the senses can work together. It is no surprise the right combination of calming colors, images and lighting can soothe and relax, but did you know they can help speed the healing process? Research shows that appropriate art in hospitals can speed recovery, reduce pain and even shorten hospital stays. The TMC Healing Art Program helps patients heal in surroundings that inspire, encourage and cheer. In addition, the well-designed art program improves the environment for visitors and staff. Lauren Rabb, curator of the TMC Healing Art Program, shares easy, doit-yourself tips that can create a healing environment in the home.

Do you have to remodel the entire house for someone who is healing?

Definitely not. It’s more about finding that right place in the home that can reduce stress. It might be a bedroom, a recreation room or an Arizona room. From there, it’s about making a few enhancements – there’s no need to remodel or make an appointment with an interior designer.

What are the basics?

Get the stress out. Make sure anything that might trigger aggravation or pressure is out of sight. After de-stressing the environment, make a list of the five

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senses and write down things for each sense that specifically appeal to the patient.

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Try their favorite relaxing music by bringing in their smart music player or the stereo. Ambient sound machines are worth a look – these emit calming natural sounds like rain, ocean waves, or a forest wind.

Touch

A cozy blanket, favorite chair or comfy couch can feel like home. A familiar touch and feel can also help relax and heal. A light massage can also be very relaxing – be sure to check with the patient’s medical provider and don’t forget to ask the patient if he or she would be comfortable with a massage.

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Put down that paint roller – you don’t have to choose from a palette of scientifically determined colors. Rather, consider what colors appeal to the patient, then find ways to accent – maybe a chair cover in that color, or blinds or drapes that might also add just the right splash of color. Place their favorite artwork or photos in the chosen area. Again, these are more specific to the patient’s individual taste than a standard. If the patient isn’t into art and photos aren’t handy, try pictures of natural landscapes – nature can be the best healer. Adding plants and flowers, either real or fake, will enhance the atmosphere for both men and women. Use your good discretion to accent the room – no need to make it a jungle. If using real plants, be sure the patient doesn’t have allergies. The movement of swimming fish can

also be soothing – that’s why we often see them in doctor’s and dentist’s offices. You don’t have to break the bank. A simple and small aquarium can provide the same benefits as a large and elaborate one.

Scent

Aromatherapy is well respected for reducing stress. When it comes to aroma, sometimes less is more. Pleasant scents are most effective as a subtle addition to the healing area. What scent? Lilac is very popular and can be found in many forms from deodorizers to scented candles. It is still important to get input from the patient because pleasing fragrances are very individual.

Taste

Yes, taste can help, too. Some of the more common comfort foods, however, can leave the patient feeling bloated, tired and uncomfortable. Light snacks and beverages are most effective. Many prefer a relaxing cup of tea, and there are many to choose from. Naturally, it is important to review the right diet with the patient’s medical provider.

The TMC Healing Arts Program

The TMC Healing Art Program accepts donations of gallery-quality paintings, graphics, photography and sculpture. The program considers all styles of art that would further our mission to enhance patient care through the creation and maintenance of a healing environment. The goal is to create a hospital environment that complements health care by creating a stimulating and attractive atmosphere for the benefit of patients and their families.

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Hooray for fall flowers BY GLENDA STRICKBINE

When gardeners in other parts of the country are putting away their tools until spring, we are bringing ours out for fall. One truly wondrous thing about the Sonoran Desert is that right now you can plant flowers and enjoy them for months to come without worrying about frost or freezing temperatures. A flower is the quintessential example of strength and beauty, and the desert provides a stunning backdrop to the profusion of color that flowers provide. You can, of course, plant a flower garden or flower borders, but I love to plant flowers in containers that can brighten any space that needs some beauty. By creating and strategically placing some hanging and non-hanging flowers in containers, you can make your fall colorful and inspiring. I spent most of my life thinking a pansy

was a beautiful delicate flower. I was right about the beautiful part, but delicate – not so fast. Pansies are so much fun to grow. The color palette of the pansy ranges from purple velvet to buttercup yellow and all the colors in between. In containers, they are superb and are a definite favorite. If you deadhead pansies regularly (that is, remove spent blossoms), they will respond by blooming profusely for months and months. To remove fading blossoms, simply pinch off the flower stalk with your thumb and index finger at

the first set of leaves. Hard to decide which beautiful color to buy? My personal favorites are yellow and purple. Sometimes just by focusing on limited colors you are able to make a much stronger statement. Geraniums, with their dark green foliage, are pungently gorgeous. They are a bit more limited in color palette, but they redefine the colors of red and fuchsia. They are another example of a bloomer that responds in spades to deadheading. The blooms of geraniums are big and

bold, so deadheading here gives you, of course, lots of big and bold blossoms which last a long while. One mainstay for beautiful hanging flower baskets and beds is the ever-ready petunia. Petunias grow rapidly, giving you a quick expanse of color; however, they require care to keep them from becoming shabby looking. After the first bloom, pinch back each stem to about four inches above the ground. In a few short weeks, you will have plenty of blooms again. I have never underestimated the

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landline and cell phone numbers, if available. Be sure to include an out-of-town contact who you can tell that you are safe. It is important to note that even if phone lines are down and you aren’t able to place a call, it is possible for text messages to go through. Have an evacuation route. Know the ways you can exit your home. You should try to have at least two exits from every room in case a fire prevents you from exiting through the door. Also select a family meeting place both in the neighborhood and outside the neighborhood to confirm everyone has arrived safely. Make sure to include your pets in your plan. If you have pets, be sure they are noted in your evacuation plan. Create a list of hotels that are pet-friendly in the event you need to stay in one for several

days. And include vet information in case records are needed. Research and see if your neighborhood/city keeps a registry of people who might need additional communication services in the event of an emergency. If so, be sure to register yourself. This will allow emergency

responders to assist you quickly in any sort of disaster. Ask a neighbor to help keep you informed. If you aren’t able to hear the warning system, ask a neighbor or someone in your support network if they

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September 10 is Grandparents Day “A Walk with Grandpa” I like to walk with Grandpa, His steps are short like mine. He doesn’t say, “Now hurry up!” He always takes his time. Most people have to hurry, They do not stop and see, I’m glad that God made Grandpa “Unrushed” and young like me.

Light Up the Night For National Falls Prevention Day Remembering those who were lost due to falls and raising awareness of the preventable epidemic that takes the life of a senior every 19 minutes in America.

Friday, September 22 6:30 p.m. Civic Space Park, 424 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix Park downtown or at Camelback and Central Avenue and take the Light Rail to the park.

The roles of grandparents

• Grandparents provide affection and unconditional love. • Grandparents link grandchildren to their past. • Grandparents may instruct the grandchild in issues associated with aging. • Some grandparents serve as substitute parents. • Many grandparents give practical support: financial or practical like temporary housing. • Some grandparents may be called upon to mediate between an older child and a parent. This is a role that many grandparents fill, but it is a tricky one to do well.

Tips for grandparents of young adults

• Keep in touch. It’s up to you. • Learn to understand their world. • Speak their language: text, Twitter, Facebook, Skype, etc. • Avoid being judgmental. • Listen more than you speak. • Model the behavior you want to see. • Minimize advice. • Be positive, be happy, have fun!

Help raise funds for ASO Every year, Arizona Senior Olympics takes part in Birdies for Charity, a great project that supports the games and programs. It helps the state’s nonprofits, including Arizona Senior Olympics, raise funds in a fun and easy way. The idea is to guess how many birdies will be shot during the Waste Management Phoenix Open and then pledge an amount per birdie to donate to the cause. For example, if someone pledges

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2 cents per birdie shot, and there are 1,500 birdies, the person would be pledging $30. The beauty of the program is that the Phoenix Thunderbirds send the invoices for pledges. That way, ASO does not incur the expense and it receives 100 percent of the pledges. This year, ASO is asking every Senior Olympian to participate and to encourage their friends to do so as well. Watch for a

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form in the October Finish Line! ASO truly needs the help. Fees from the games do not cover expenses, and sponsorship dollars are becoming more difficult to obtain. Be assured that every penny goes into the games and other programs that introduce seniors to living an active lifestyle. Get ready! The birdies are coming!

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It’s summer; watch out for falls! Do something!

During the summer, most people have left pumps and oxfords in the closet in favor of sandals. There’s nothing like letting your feet enjoy the fresh air on those hot Arizona days. Summer is, however, a time filled with risks for falls. Sandals and other summer shoes can be hazardous because we walk differently than we might in everyday shoes. Pulling our toes up may be challenging, and shoes with no foot or ankle straps sometimes require us to shuffle to keep them on. All of this makes us vulnerable to uneven or cracked surfaces. During the summer in Arizona, the asphalt can become so hot that it literally melts and expands, causing ridges in the surface. So, what’s the answer? First, practice walking in new shoes to see what changes you need to make when

you walk so your toes rise enough to miss cracks you may encounter. Be aware of the surfaces and the way you walk. In addition, use this summer to begin an exercise program to exercise your feet, ankles, calves and quadriceps (front of the thighs). Many seniors shuffle due to weak leg muscles and consequently are much more prone to falling. There are many exercises that you can do to strengthen your legs. You can find them online at www.eldergym.com/legexercises.html. Some can even be done while you watch television! If you attend a senior center, they may have equipment that you can use to strengthen your legs. People with strong legs are far more unlikely to fall. Watch out for falls and enjoy the rest of your summer!

Summer is almost over. People are home from vacation and most of the kids are in school. Fall will be here on September 22, and once again Americans will be focused on work. The kind of summer you had may reflect your attitude. Did you make a memory? Did you get out of a rut? Did you try something new? Did you go someplace you’d never been before? The older we get, the more comfortable we become with doing what is familiar. We limit our experiences because we are fearful or lazy or unmotivated. In doing so, we rob ourselves of the joy and pleasure of learning new things, meeting new people and experiencing

something special. Do you know that 32 million Americans have never been to a major U.S. city? Or that one in four of us has never been to a National Park or landmark? Can you believe that 15 million Americans have never seen the ocean? There’s a little bit of summer left, so go out and do something!

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Surprise Pickleball Courts Registration opens September 11

Plan now to enter this fun and challenging event for all skill levels.

Want to try something new? Senior Olympians most likely have a sport for which they train. Maybe they’ve participated in that sport for years, and train for it yearround. Specializing in one sport is common in senior games. However, cross training is not only good for the body, but it ensures that athletes can keep on practicing sports as they age. This year, Arizona Senior Olympics

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is offering a new program called “First Time Free” for athletes who are already in the games. When they register for their sport(s), they can sign up for a new sport for free. This is a great opportunity to try something new. Sometimes physical limitations cause athletes who are in only one sport to give up and abandon their healthy lifestyles. ASO wants to help every athlete try “cross training” so that if one sport becomes impossible to practice they will have another to try. Athletes should think about what they want to try for free.

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power of the petunia, after having seen a stately planter at a Southern plantation done simply in orchid petunias. It was a breathtaking lavender cloud! The soil for your flower beds must be enriched with nitrate, potassium and potash. You should also add compost and work your ground to provide proper drainage, which is critical to potted flowers as well. Your containers should be potting soil mixed with garden soil. Compost is good here as well, and I use some rocks in the bottom to help drainage. Remember, containers require more water since they dry out more quickly, and that also applies to fertilizer. Once you have your various plants, pots and necessary soil, you are ready to

create your fall flower gardens with style. Remember, geraniums are superstars in containers, so let them be the center of attention. Surround them with cascading white petunias and add a tall spike dracaena to give your container height. Another advantage you have growing flowers in containers is that you can utilize profuse bloomers that are possibly invasive plants – for example, the lovely verbena and the extremely hardy, multiplying lantana. You may not want them actually planted in your ground due to their invasiveness, but in containers, they can be your best friend. Take advantage of “wave” petunias that can give a lovely cascading effect. Create beauty that only living art can achieve.

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and even when a fire alarm goes off. Weather alerts – these alerts can give warning to those who either cannot hear storm sounds outside or aren’t tuned into the TV. A weather alert radio can be used on its own or with other accessories, such as strobes or bed shakers. Baby cry signalers – manufacturers now make transmitters and receivers specifically meant to detect a baby’s crying and transmit it to a central alert system. If you are in need of an alerting device but aren’t sure which kind will best suit your situation, organizations like the Arizona Technology Access Program (AzTAP) not only offer advice and technological support, but they will also lend you an alerting device for up to two weeks in order to help you determine if it’s right for you. All of these services come at no cost. In addition to AzTAP, Arizona Relay Service provides comprehensive support and advice for those who are deaf or hard of hearing. These include how to place a call through Arizona Relay, how to effectively operate various communication services, like TTY, VCO and captioned telephone services, Arizona Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program information, a comprehensive list of relay-friendly businesses in Arizona and an updated calendar to keep you informed on upcoming events, workshops and expos aimed towards healthy hearing awareness and education.

would be willing to keep you informed in the event of any emergency. Add their contact information to your list of phone numbers. Put together an emergency kit. It’s always best to have one of these available to you in case of an emergency. Be sure to include non-perishable food, water, medication, a first aid kit and pre-printed messages if you are deaf or hard of hearing that will assist others in communicating with you.

Is there equipment available that will help notify me of an emergency? Alerting devices not only help people stay connected; they also help keep people safe during an emergency situation. They use one or more of these types of signals: visual (flashing lights); vibrotactile (vibrating components); or auditory (increased amplification and lower frequency sounds). These types of signals can be found in the following alerting devices: Alarm clocks – customized alarm clocks for people who have hearing loss come in many forms, including those that have built-in strobe lights or bed-shakers. Doorbell signalers – these can range from a simple, flashing strobe light to a system connected to your phone or one with its own receiver. Phone signalers – with advancements in technology, phone signalers, while still useful, have been adapted more towards cell phone usage. Modern bracelets can now alert people when their cell phone is ringing, when they are receiving a text

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