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s he looks out at the lush landscape at the heart of Club West, Rick Breuninger doesn’t see just a golf course. The CEO of the new owner sees a gift to Ahwatukee – his home for more than 30 years – and a hope for his Native American people. Breuninger also sees Club West Golf Course as a business. So far, the way he’s been running it has earned high marks from neighbors. “The community has been coming out, hugging me and crying,” said Breuninger. “There’s a retired Air Force colonel who said he and his wife hadn’t been able to see the fairway from their house for 15 years,” Breuninger recalled. “After we cleared the area, they came out and gave me a big hug and handshake and said, ‘God bless you and thank you.’” Breuninger’s parents were Ahwatukee pioneers of sorts as one of the first families to live south of Warner Road in 1982. His mother, a longtime hair stylist in Ahwatukee, is a member of the Oneida Nation, based in Wisconsin and mid-state New York. A lawyer with degrees in fine arts and American Indian studies from Arizona State University, he has transformed a course that only a year ago this month seemed on life support. A small group of residents back then had launched an effort to buy it because former owner Wilson Gee was reducing irrigation, saying he could no longer afford costly potable water from the city.

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That effort ultimately failed and the course by midsummer had turned brown for a second consecutive year, sparking fears it would follow the defunct Ahwatukee Lakes Golf Course into oblivion. But as the course was turning brown, Breuninger was planning green as he assembled investors, negotiated with Gee and planned Club West’s new life. That new life started with $100,000 worth of seed that has produced an emerald paradise for Club West residents and golfers. It also has included a renovation of the clubhouse, which will be open exclusively to members as he turns Club West into a semi-private

course. The clubhouse restaurant – the only part of the clubhouse that will be open to the public – is now under new management by Biscuits. Owner Lloyd Melton said he plans to keep it open from sun-up to sundown with See

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DiCiccio’s water meter task force picks up steam BY PAUL MARYNIAK AFN Executive Editor

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ABOVE: The Club West clubhouse is surrounded by green after fall reseeding and will now will remain largely for members’ use. RIGHT: Richard Breuninger, the CEO of the new Club West Golf Course ownership, has big plans for the restored site,

ity Councilman Sal DiCiccio and a half dozen Ahwatukee citizens last week stepped up a concerted effort to uncover the mystery behind the expensive spikes in scores of water meter readings in the community. The citizens – highly skilled professionals who volunteered their time after the October town hall on the meter woes and have been dubbed the Phoenix Water Spike Task Force –

met with DiCiccio’s chief of staff, Sam Stone, to determine a course of action. They compiled a list of 15 different sets of highly technical data they are requesting from the city Water Services Department as they begin to investigate why so many Ahwatukee water customers were stuck with hundreds of dollars in bills for meter readings that spiked by thousands of gallons for one month. “This is an incredibly skilled group,” Stone said, noting it includes the head of manufacturing for a tire company, two engineers and an Intel technician. “They’re fantastic.”

He added that the “huge amount of information” they’ve requested from Water Services involves highly technical areas, ranging from the device that transmits usage recorded by a meter to the software the city uses to compile that data to the city’s processes for verifying those readings. Meanwhile, a Water Services spokeswoman debunked some theories being advanced on social media to explain the spikes. Spokeswoman Stephanie Bracken said that See

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he foul stench that has invaded parts of Ahwatukee and left some residents complaining of its harmful effects now has the attention of Maricopa County air quality officials. But that doesn’t mean they’ll figure out where it’s coming from – or whether they can stop the source if they do. “If we can find it, then we have to figure out who regulates it, whether it’s us or DEQ or the Department of Health,” said Bob Huhn, communications supervisor for the Maricopa County Air Quality Department, referring to the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality. The stench has bedeviled some neighborhoods for several months. “My son woke up this morning throwing up. I woke up My wife woke up. It was just disgusting,” said Joe Lanzo, who said the stench in his neighborhood near Desert Vista High School seemed to start between midnight and 4 a.m. and hang until at least 9 a.m. On Monday, Dec. 4, Lanzo said the smell – which has been off-and-on in his neighborhood for at least two months – was off again all weekend. Neal Bernoff, who lives near 40th Street and Chandler Boulevard, said last week his wife called 911 and a Phoenix firefighter who answered the call blamed it on South Mountain Freeway construction. “I don’t know where it’s coming from, but it’s a horrible sulpher-like smell,” Bernoff said, noting that he and his wife are elderly and that his wife has a medical condition he fears will be aggravated by the odor. Dustin Krugel, a spokesman for the Arizona Department of Transportation, said, “Nothing associated with South Mountain Freeway construction would produce the odor you’ve described.” Huhn said ADOT officials told his department that crews have not been working on any sewer lines around the freeway’s path. Huhn said nine complaints have been filed with his department and that the area most affected by the smell appears to be bordered by Chandler Boulevard and Pecos Road and 40th and 32nd streets. He said inspectors would conduct monitoring at night. He added that the smell could come from a lake or canal, though there is no evidence yet of either being the source. He said there has been a stubborn mulch fire burning in the area of Durango Street and 27th Avenue, though it’s unclear if the stench from that would travel as far south as Ahwatukee. Huhn said tracing the source could be difficult, especially if it comes from outside Maricopa County, where his department would have no jurisdiction. State DEQ spokesman Sam Nuanez wasn’t sure if his department had received any complaints, but added, “I live in Ahwatukee and I haven’t smelled anything.” People who pick up a foul odor can file a complaint with the county at 602-372-2703 or cleanairmakemore.com and with the state at legacy.azdeq.gov/function/compliance/complaint.html.

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The plan has two steps. The FAA and the city would engage in community outreach while creating temporary departure procedures to the west that are similar to the pre-2014 routes. These procedures are to start in April. The FAA would then develop new satellite-based procedures for the western departures and consider feedback on procedures throughout the city. U.S. Sen. John McCain hailed the agreement, stating, “I’m especially pleased to see that the FAA will redraw its flight paths through a process that ensures Phoenix residents have an opportunity to make their voices heard. “Since these changes went into effect, I’ve received hundreds of letters and phone calls from people living in the Valley regarding the increase in overhead noise.” Mayor Greg Stanton said, “This agreement will make sure that those most impacted by noise as a result of the 2014 changes will get quicker relief. It also means that in considering future changes, the FAA will abide by the law and follow the public process that our residents deserve.” City Councilman Sal DiCiccio said the FAA had been “negligent in their approach to this process and the results showed it. “We have tons of folks in my district who are being unnecessarily bombarded with aircraft noise day and night, ruining their quality of life, and the courts agreed,” he added. “I hope – and will work to ensure – that, this time around, the FAA engages our neighborhoods and communities productively, and in good faith.”

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ov. Doug Ducey is fighting back against a report by a left-leaning research group that shows Arizona is spending less on K-12 education today than before the recession when inflation is taken into account. “That’s a false report by a left-wing public interest group,’’ Ducey said last week after helping break ground for a new charter school in west Phoenix which is being built, at least indirectly, with the help of the state treasury. “It’s up 10 percent since 2015,’’ the governor said. “It’s above per-pupil rates, inflation adjusted since the Great Recession.’’ But figures obtained by Capitol Media Services from state legislative budget staffers paint a different picture of what’s happened since before the recession than the one being claimed by Ducey. The report from the Joint Legislative Budget Committee shows state aid to K-12 in the 2007-2008 school year at $5.12 billion. That has increased to $5.33 billion in the current budget year. On a per-student basis, however, the figures went from $4,949 to $4,760 during the same period. And when accounting for inflation over the same period, the current per-student figure is less than $4,200. Ducey said the state really had no choice but to cut funding during the recession.

“We went through a tremendous downturn,’’ the governor said. Now, he said, the budget is balanced. And he touted the $163 million in additional dollars put into K-12 this past budget year above and beyond inflation and student growth. But only half of that $163 million is ongoing funding, with the rest being a one-time infusion, mostly for new school construction. The report by the Center for Budget and Planning Priorities acknowledges that things have gotten better lately. But their numbers, over the whole period, are pretty much in line with those of the JLBC despite Ducey’s protestations. Gubernatorial press aide Daniel Scarpinato later acknowledged that inflation-adjusted student aid is still below where it was in 2007-2008, before the recession. “We think we’ll be back at 2008 at some point,’’ he said. Ducey’s response to the CBPP report followed a groundbreaking for a new charter school for Great Hearts Academies. Part of the financing is coming indirectly from the state, the result of a measure Ducey pushed through the Legislature in 2016 for “credit enhancements’’ for charters with the state effectively guaranteeing lenders that the loans will be paid back. That assurance, in turn, lowers the interest rate that lenders are charging. See

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business was saved but the chairman of the Ahwatukee Foothills Village Planning Committee fears that the panel’s decision to okay a new commercial zone for a strip mall may pave the way for unsavory enterprises. The committee on Nov. 27 voted 6-3 in favor of a rezoning of 14.81 acres about 200 feet east of the southeast corner of 48th Street and Warner Road from C-1 to C-2. The city Planning Commission is set to vote on the rezoning Dec. 7. Committee Chairman Chad Blostone cast one of the three votes against the measure, which saved Phillies Sports Bar and Grill from closure by state liquor authorities. Because Phillies does not sell enough food in the state’s eyes to legally operate in an area zoned C-1, the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control had indicated it might shut down the bar unless the zoning was changed. Although Phillies’ site could have been “spot-rezoned,” owners of the Ahwatukee Palms Plaza got involved in the case with a request to rezone its entire strip mall. The new zoning allows a number of businesses not permitted in a C-1-zoned

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In this case, Great Hearts spokesman Bill Odell said the state’s backing of its $16 million bond reduced interest by about a quarter point, saving the school about $4 million over the life of the loan. The governor said that comports with his goal of creating more educational opportunities, with the loan guarantees enabling schools with waiting lists to construct new campuses. That, however, still leaves the question of what is happening at traditional neighborhood public schools, particularly in low-income areas. “We have not been providing the education those kids deserve,’’ the governor said. He said that finding ways to build more charter schools “is part of the solution.’’ “This is one more tool in the toolbox,’’ Ducey said. The state faces a lawsuit filed by traditional public schools, which charge the state is failing to meet its legal obligations

area. Among them are adult-entertainment and erotic-dance businesses, assembly and banquet halls, gun-related retailers and repair shops, pawn shops, medical marijuana dispensaries, tattoo parlors and smoke shops. Many of these kinds of businesses would have to appear for a hearing before city zoning officials and obtain a permit before they could open. But Blostone said that a business will not have to go before his committee. “I don’t like relinquishing the ability of the Village Planning Committee to weigh in on these businesses,” he said, adding that lawyers who preside at permit hearings tend generally favor the businesses. City staff had recommended that the planning committee approve the zoning for the entire strip mall, apparently because this was a less bureauratically cumbersome way of accommodating Phillies. There is no indication that any new businesses are currently planning to take advantage of the plaza’s new zoning, if it is approved. The planning commission is not expected to oppose the move. Meanwhile, committee members reelected Blostone chairman for the coming year. He has been on the panel since 2009. to not only construct new schools and make major repairs but also to provide dollars for other capital needs ranging from computers to buses. That lawsuit pegs those needs at close to $300 million a year; the Legislature provided $62 million for new construction and $17 million for repairs. An attorney for the state does not dispute those numbers, but has told a judge he has no authority to decide if the state should do more. The question of how much the state is providing to public education and to traditional public schools in particular comes as polls show voters say they want more money for schools. There also is evidence they are willing to raise their own taxes to do that, something Ducey has adamantly opposed. That question of adequate school funding also could dog Ducey into next year’s gubernatorial race where he will face off against one of two Democrats, both of whom have made education a prime focus of their campaigns.

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lo knew the beatings at the hands of her alcoholic husband had to stop. She knew it not just from her own injuries, but from the look in her children’s eyes as they watched. Pinned to a couch on a day that would change her life forever, Flo was getting beaten again by her manipulative husband, who was constantly accusing her of imaginary infidelity – making her check in with him from stores while shopping, even saying that some other man was the father of one of their children. That was hurtful enough and experts say that is the classic scenario for domestic violence. It can take the form of belittling psychological abuse, designed to control victims by stripping them of their selfworth and self-esteem. Flo suffered all of that and more. Flo said she would have left the abusive situation much earlier if she could have received the holistic outreach approach now used by A New Leaf, a Mesa-based social service agency that also serves a hub in the seemingly endless battle

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watched that beating. The 3 ½ year-old boy was holding her 7-month old baby. Flo knew about the oft-repeated cycle, that children from violent homes, where domestic violence is a way of life, have a tendency to grow up into abusers themselves. Later that night, Flo saw her drunken husband so inebriated that he was sitting at a kitchen table in their East Valley home, eating raw chicken. He was so far gone, she thought, that this was her chance for freedom. “It gave me a chance to grab the kids and a couple of pillows. I snuck out the backdoor,’’ Flo said, her flight to freedom winding down an alley to Tempe St. Luke’s Hospital, where she was treated for her injuries. Photos were taken, police were called and Flo was introduced to A New Leaf. “It was seeing their faces. I didn’t escape because I was getting hit. I said, ‘’this can’t happen again,’’’ Flo recalled. Today, more than two decades later, Flo is a changed woman in every way. She went on to a career in business after six years of therapy. She is happily re-married to a man who respects her, even though it took her into middle age to find him. Dana Martinez, A New Leaf ’s director of shelter services, said victims tend to turn to shelters as a last resort. “Most of the time, they will come to family and friends first,’’ she said. “When they come to a shelter, they have left (an abusive relationship) three, four, five times before. They have kind of burned their bridges by the time they come to a shelter.’’ She said people sometimes don’t realize that a victim’s self-esteem has been eroded during a long period of psychological abuse, where they are told over and over again that they are worthless and stupid. “For someone who has been exposed to trauma, it can be hard for them to make a decision for themselves,’’ Martinez said. “Nobody asks the perpetrator, ‘why do you stalk someone? The onus should be on the perpetrator, not the victim.’’ That is one reason some courthouses have advocates that can help domestic violence victims file for orders of protection, which make it easier for police arrest abusers if they come to a victim’s house or place work. While the order of protection is viewed as a good tool, police and social workers also advise victims that it is only a piece of paper and not a shield – that it can’t stop a bullet, and that it can backfire in

some cases by setting off an abuser. “They are just a mess, they are in tears, they are crying,’’ Martinez said, describing some victims who have been stripped of their self-worth. “We have advocates in court to help them get through this process.’’ The advocates are only one example of how the response to domestic violence today is far more nuanced and organized, with a New Leaf ’s Safe DV program coordinating the shelters, checking five times a day on what beds might be available. Together, Maricopa County’s eight shelters have 410 beds, but special arrangements are made to find other accommodations when necessary. The most immediate goal is safety. The shelters do not advertise their locations and do not have signs identifying themselves, for obvious reasons. Victims from Glendale might be sent to Chandler and visa versa to make it harder for an abuser to track them down, Mar’Na said. Victims from other states will sometimes end up in Arizona for the same reason. No drugs, alcohol or abusers are allowed on premises at Autumn House, A New Leaf ’s shelter in central Mesa. Flo said she wishes the more complete approach available to today’s victims would have been available to her when she was struggling to leave her exhusband. “I had nowhere to go. I ended up going back to the abuser,’’ Flo said. One example of how the response has changed is the case of a homeless woman with a long history of drug abuse who got off the streets by living with a homeless man. It didn’t work out because of their drug problems. A New Leaf helped a victim find hope for a better life by teaching her how to live in a responsible manner after nine felonies. They helped the victim address her substance abuse problem and clean up her legal issues, said Sonya Underwood, manager of Autumn House. “We see these accomplishments within her,’’ Underwood said. “We measure success differently. These little things they are doing, it’s huge for her. The 120 days are not enough.’’ Autumn House allows for a maximum visit of 120 days, but would find another alternative for a victim and never turn her back into the streets, Underwood said. “What frustrates me is society is so accepting of it,’’ Martinez said. “We are so accepting of violence. It’s a violent culture and we have accepted violence.’’

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neither the age of pipes nor water pressure have any impact on meter readings. “There have been no abnormal – high or low – water pressure issues in the Ahwatukee area,” she said, adding: “The age of the city’s water mains and service lines would in no way affect a resident’s meter reading.” Most of the customers with meter issues found the abnormal readings for July. In most cases, those readings dropped

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back to normal the following month, although some customers found high readings for a couple of months. Readings were as high as 20,000 times the norm in some cases and in many, customers said they found no leaks to explain the spikes. Stone said Water Services has been following up with visits to those customers who attended the October town hall on the problem and requested a closer inspection of their water meters by the city. He said he expected the department would complete that task by the end of

Stone said the city’s procurement process for enlisting the services of a company not already vetted by officials could mean Water Services would need as long as 18 months just to find a qualified firm to investigate the issue. It also is likely that a second town hall on the meter readings won’t occur until sometime early next year. “The consensus of the task force is that they want all this information they’ve requested and have a chance to go through it and lay out the questions before we have another town hall,” Stone said.

Winter Wonderfest lowered the ticket price to $10 across the board and removed the parking fee. Orr also offered to “make it right” for any customers who paid the full $20, though he said he will not be offering refunds. Customers who paid $20 can contact Orr to receive free admission to the park on a later

also was to host visitors for free on Dec. 1. Orr said “90 percent” of the attractions also would be free during that time. Winter Wonderfest organizers also promised “enhanced surroundings as the event moves forward,” including additional light displays. Orr also stated that they would increase the size of the Snow Wonderland play area. But none of this brought much comfort to the people who had already brought their families there at considerable expense. “We shelled out over $150…I would never go back,” Mejia said. “They are going to open it up on Friday to everyone for free, but what does that do for us, who already spent hundreds of dollars?”

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spoke with Orr two months ago. The vendor said the Winter Wonderfest initially was described by organizers as a high-end Christmas event, but “what it turned out to be was downright cheap.” He also was concerned because organizers never asked to see his certificate of insurance, which is unusual for events like this, he said. He also said that he earned under $200 on opening day and did not think the event attendance would allow him to recoup his operating costs, which included a $500 fee to set up at the event. “The design layout was atrocious, so

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no one made it down to our side (of the event),” he said. Following backlash on social media,

the year. But so far Water Services continues to maintain there’s nothing wrong with its equipment. It will be up to DiCiccio’s task force to prove otherwise if affected customers have any chance for a refund. At the task force, several people demanded that Water Services find an independent company with no previous relationship with the department to investigate the meters. But that independent review has already been nixed.

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the same menu he offers at his other Biscuits eateries. Breuninger has also radically changed the golf course itself. He has cleared years of brush and other overgrowth, reversed the front-nine and back-nine holes and is building a long-drive range expected to open by the end of the month. He is also preparing for what he hopes will be the first of many regular tournaments that will find a home at Club West. But his plans go well beyond all those changes. A land of many dreams “I have a great staff and a great team,” Breuninger said. Making a sweeping motion with his arm across the course, he added, “This should be the center of the community. Whatever the community wants to host, we want to give them whatever they dream up – an Oktoberfest, an Easter egg hunt, whatever. I want to have a farmers market here. “I want this to be a venue for whatever the community wants it to be.” He also wants it to be another part of the dream he has been trying to implemented almost from the time he was a university

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Club West Golf Course CEO Richard Breuninger is flanked by his membership director, Howie Long, and Steve Malze, director of golf operations.

student – a step for Native Americans toward a better life through the business of golf. Golf came early to Breuninger’s life. “My dad bought my first set of clubs at the Phoenix Swap Meet meet in 1974 and I started playing when I was 8,” he said. “Golf has always been a part of my life. My grandfather played the game and my father played it too.” As a teenager, he worked at both the Ah-

watukee Lakes and Ahwatukee Country Club golf courses. Fast-forward to third year in law school when he was working on his treatise and developed “a passion for justice” on tribal lands. He wrote his dissertation on Native Americans and golf – not as a pastime but as a business. “Golf was probably one of the worst investments a tribe could make,” he discov-

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ered. As he dug deeper into why, he found, “It was third-party management that crippled anything the tribes were doing.” He realized then that the reason 92 percent of all tribal golf courses were operating in the red was because they had handed control of those courses over to non-Indian management companies that basically took the money and ran. “They don’t spend a dollar in the community,” he said. After getting his law degree, Breuninger made his chops in business. His father had been in the Indian Health Service for more than 30 years and through him, Breuninger learned about Indian-preference contracting. He started three businesses – in office supplies, medical supplies and pharmaceuticals – that served Native American communities. But he never forgot his dissertation. And that’s when his lifelong love of golf merged with his business acumen.

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“You can’t buy your way there,” Breuninger explained. Eventually, in 2012, he formed the Inter Tribal Golf Association, a network of 63 tribes nationwide that own a total of 110 golf courses. He developed the concept of “seasonal reciprocity,” so that a club member at one of those courses could play at another member course anywhere in the country. “So, when it’s crickets, coyotes and hot weather here, members can fly to Wisconsin and when it’s snow and cold there, they can come here and play,” he explained. His network also played a key role in helping him to acquire the Club West course after he began talking to Gee. “Having the legal knowledge and the course knowledge, I knew he was behind the 8 ball for opening this season,” Breuninger said. “I made some phone calls to people in the network and was able to get some support.” Of Gee’s biggest problem with Club West – the cost of irrigating it with expensive potable water from Phoenix – Breuninger seems almost nonchalant.

plans for Club West – both short and long-term. While the course had a “soft opening” last month, he is planning a formal grand opening ceremony for the first weekend of January that will include dignitaries from “all the tribes that are important to us.” “There’s a whole host of folks interested in seeing what we’re going to do here,” he said. “It will be the first winter home for the Oneida tribe.” He also wants to build a school on the course “so we can teach everyone how to run a golf course so they can go back to (Cheryl Haselhorst/AFN Contribuotr) Club West residents have thanked Richard Breuninger and his team for turning acres of browned their tribes and run theirs. grass into an emerald paradise. “We always support people who need an educational springboard.” While not going into details, he indicatIt is unclear if that plan could involve Breuninger also hopes to figure out a ed he is working on a plan to resolve that using water from the Gila River Indian way to spread his passion for the game problem once and for all. Community, although Breuninger would among his people. He said he and Rande Leonard, owner still have to figure out how to get cheaper “Less than two percent of the tribal of Pecos Storage on thesouth side of Pecos well water to Club West. members play golf at all,” he said. “The Road at 32nd Street, have discussed the The Arizona Department of Transpor- more we can do to reach out to them and water issue with Gee. tation earlier this year agreed to install a grow the game, the better.” “Randy and I sat down at a meeting sleeve beneath the South Mountain FreeThough he has high expectations for with Wilson Gee and we got all of the wa- way so that pipes can run from the reser- Club West’s course for both residents ter issues that were the hot topic of the vation northward. and Native Americans, Breuninger is unmoment on the table,” he said. “They gave Meanwhile, Breuninger’s commitment daunted. me some viable solutions and that’s what I to enhancing the economic fortunes of “I may have got a late start,” he said, continue to discuss with my friends.” Native Americans are imbedded in his “but I am going to do all I can.”

Longtime golfer reflects on changes at Club West course BY JIM WALSH AFN Staff Writer

t breaks my heart to see longtime golf courses fail and turn to dirt like Ahwatukee Lakes – or fall on hard times, like Club West did. Even though a bad back prevents me from playing anymore, it is heartening to hear that Richard Breuninger, Club West’s new owner, has big plans for a colorful track that is blossoming again with a burst of green replacing brown. This is simply too entertaining a golf course to let die – not with its elevation changes and the commanding view of Ahwatukee Foothills and the South Mountains from the tee box of it’s signature hole. “There are no strip malls, there are no gas stations. It’s just houses and the golf course. This is Club West,’’ Breuninger said, standing on the signature eighth hole’s tee box. That spot used to be the 17th hole. It stands out from other holes because golfers shoot downhill from an elevated tee box to one of two greens. I remember shooting for the back green, but then hitting the short green by accident after another short fade to the left. Being a hacker, I would just putt out instead of chipping to the additional green.

Breuninger has no intention of allowing Club West’s slide into golf oblivion to continue. Instead, he has changes planned that he says will make the course better than ever. “I am a custodian of their land,’’ he said as he talked about hosting professional golf events. The first professional event, featuring the U.S. Senior Professional Tour, is scheduled this weekend. It is not affiliated with the better-known PGA Senior Champions Tour, which features former PGA Tour stars. The fledgling tour features club professionals and a few PGA veterans who are not old enough to qualify for the Champions tour. Daniel Nunez, the tour’s president and CEO, said Club West will host the expanding tour’s first national event. He said the tour is a partner of the Indian Tribal Golf Association, a network of 63 tribes that own 110 golf courses across the country. “We are working with them to develop the tour’’ into a launching point for the Champions Tour, he said. “Our tour is kind of a second chance.’’ Regular, everyday golfers looking for a tee-time at a nice course also will be welcome at the reawakened, reorganized facility. Breuninger is flipping the two nines, giving the course a fresh look, with

the former first hole becoming the 10th hole, and former 10th hole becoming the first hole. Beyond any initial confusion, the move promises to make play smoother and faster by removing some natural bottlenecks. The former first hole is a difficult par 4, with an elevated tee box and a blind tee shot because the green is not visible. It is followed by a picturesque par 3, another potential bottleneck. It was a difficult start to a round of golf, especially for a highly mediocre lefthander like me. I would hit my drive on the former number 1, knowing I did not have the length to cut the corner, over the desert or even people’s backyards to take a shortcut. I would be hoping for a fade but more than likely hit a slice. A 5, or a bogey, would be a good score from that point. “This was a lost, rogue hole,’’ Breuninger said, standing on what is now the 10th tee box. When the course opened, I remember a starter checking in players on the tee-box, to compensate for the fact that it was not visible from the clubhouse. Breuninger said this practice was discontinued under former owner Wilson Gee. But under the revised layout, the former

number 10, a far more pedestrian par 4, becomes the first hole. The new arrangement provides for a much easier warm-up and takes players past the driving range, always an asset at Club West. “You lose your tempo, you lose your rhythm,’’ Breuninger said, when too many golfers are jammed onto the course, making for slow play. It is a frequent complaint of golfers, especially at public courses in the winter. Breuninger’s plan makes sense. What you think of his plan for cameras showing you live – either in the clubhouse or on his web site – while you hit your first drive or putt out on the ninth green is another matter. I’m thinking your reaction to this novel idea might depend upon whether you are a much better player or better-looking player than I. I have visions of someone cackling in the clubhouse as they watch me top my drive and throw up my hands in disgust as my ball rolls into the desert. It’s hard to doubt Breuninger’s enthusiasm, commitment and long association with Ahwatukee. Residents and friends of golf can only hope he has the contacts he says he has to supply the course with enough water, overcoming Gee’s downfall.

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Snowy Night at Foothills Baptist returns Saturday BY COTY DOLORES MIRANDA AFN Contributor

ow long must a holiday event run before it’s considered a tradition? For Foothills Baptist Church’s Snowy Night at Foothills, just three years have pushed the community’s excitement level high as organizers truck in a mound of snow – and make snow fall on the desert-bound attendees. This year, the white stuff provided by The Ice Wagon company of Laveen will be increased from 15 tons to 20, some of which is blown to resemble a soft snowfall.

For Jessica Miller and husband Louie Schoettle, after watching their 2-yearold daughter Lucy tromp up the snowy hill and learn to throw snowballs – at her parents only, she was cautioned – the event is a highlight on the family calendar. They’re not alone. The Foothills Baptist Church, located off Chandler Boulevard at 15450 S. 21st St., Ahwatukee, has been planning the Saturday, Dec. 9, event since April under the direction of Susan Burress, event coordinator. “I start with securing the snow pile See

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Kids of all ages enjoyed the 15-ton pile of snow dumped in the parking lot at Foothills Baptist Church's Snowy Night in Ahwatukee event last year.

Rescue crews are close by when South Mountain hikers are injured BY KELLY ATHENA AFN Contributor

hile hiking down a familiar trail in South Mountain Park, my foot slipped on loose rocks. In a split second, my body slammed into the ground. Fortunately, I was able to walk the short distance down the trail to my car. On Nov. 6, another woman fell while hiking on South Mountain. Her ankle hurt too much to continue so she called 911. A fire truck arrived quickly. According to bystander Susie Drake of the Foothills, a crew of four men hustled up the steep trail to evaluate the needs of the hiker before six more fire trucks from Phoenix, Tempe, and Mesa arrived. The first team messaged to the second group that a “big wheel” was needed. The second team of technical rescue technicians brought up the big wheel – a stretcher mounted on a large ATV wheel which fits on a trail and transports a person over rocks more comfortably than other means. A third team stood ready on standby. “All Valley TRT’s are trained with the same equipment so whoever shows up can work seamlessly together,” said Fire Battalion Chief Joel Navarro of Station 43 in Ahwatukee, who coordinated the rescue.

Marketway Place, just north of Chandler Boulevard and west of 24th Street. The Phoenix Fire Dept. has one rescue helicopter and pilot on duty at all times. The rescue helicopter has a winch to lower rescuers to hikers and other specialized equipment. “A rescued hiker is never asked to pay for rescue services, so don’t hesitate to call (Kelly Athena/AFN Photographer) 9-1-1 if you are injured. It is Phoenix Fire crews were on hand Nov. 6 when a hiker was injured a public service provided to on South Mountain. anyone who needs it,” said A more dramatic rescue took place Nov. Phoenix Fire spokesman 26 when a woman and her family were Jake Van Hook. hiking off-trail on the sheer cliffs of “CaOver 200 hikers each year are rescued thedral Rock,” also called “Angel Moun- from Phoenix parks and preserves. tain” because of the Angel Michael that is A lack of proper footwear is one of the lit up every holiday season by neighbor- primary causes of hiking injuries. Fire hood volunteers. crews have been called to help hikers wearIt was just east of the 15000 block of ing flip-flops, dress shoes, and surprisingly, 14th Place in the Foothills. Six engines as on the Nov. 6 rescue, hiking boots. and the Firebird 10 helicopter arrived with “I see quite a few injuries with hikers on crews to assist the woman, who suffered South Mountain – mostly ankle rolls from head injuries. wearing hiking boots or inappropriate Phoenix Fire has two stations in Ah- shoes. I recommend trail runners or othwatukee, Station 43 on Chandler Boule- er good athletic shoes with a rubber sole vard and 41st Street, and Station 46 on and a good grip like Salomon brand. Also,

you’ve got to hydrate well starting five days before the hike,” said Auden Levya of AZ Spine Disc and Sport in Ahwatukee. Hiking boots hold the ankle stiffly, causing weakness in the muscles. They also put the foot at a higher center of gravity, which causes the stress to be carried by the knees and can cause ankle rolls. Many hikers prefer trail runners or other athletic shoes with a rubber sole and a good grip. Other common factors in hiking injuries are dehydration and heat exhaustion. A headache is one of the first signs of dehydration. Pre-hydration for a hike is recommended. Put six pennies on the window sill near where you get each cup of water for a couple days before a hike. Put one in your pocket each time you drink a cup. Water is not always enough to keep hydrated on a hike. Salt, potassium, and electrolytes are also needed. Sports drinks help provide those needs but are heavily laden with sugar, dyes, and chemicals. A bit of salt and sugar added to filtered water can do the trick. GORP, which stands for “good old raisins and peanuts” can be helpful. Caffeine and alcohol conSee

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first, then made many calls to make sure we had our activities and food vendors,” said Burris, a 26-year Ahwatukee resident and Foothills Baptist Church member for 23 years. “I have a committee to handle all the crafts, face painting, campfires and s’mores, the hot cocoa bar and cookies as well as the family photo area by the Christmas tree. Yes, its a lot of work, but this is our gift to our community,” she added. In total, Burris estimates at least 50 volunteers from Foothills Baptist Church – celebrating its 30th year – help assure all runs smoothly for the event, which runs 5-8 p.m. “It’s a super fun evening making new friends in the community, eating the tasty treats, and celebrating the spirit of Christmas,” said Burress, who is also ministry assistant to lead Pastor Nathan “Nate” Millican. Millican agrees that bringing the community together for the Snowy Night at Foothills is well worth the time and effort of the church and its members. “We want to be a church that creates space for people to get to know their neighbors and their community,” he said. “Jesus calls us to be a light in the community, and Snowy Night is just one way we’re hoping to engage our community.” The Snowy Night at Foothills has garnered fans from the community, many of whom, like Jessica Miller and Louie Schoettle. bring not only family members, but friends. And it’s not just the kids playing in the snow that are captivated by the cold, white stuff appearing in the desert. “I love seeing snow, even if it’s being blown from a truck,” said Andi Carter, who has attended the last two Snowy Nights with her son, Kyle, now 7. The Tempe resident said she was told of the event by a friend attending the church, and is eagerly looking forward to this year. “I know Kyle has a blast on the snow hill and making snowballs, but for me this is also really special because it brings back memories of my snow-filled days growing up in central Wisconsin,” said

Carter, adding: “How special is it that the church gives all of us this opportunity to play in the snow while living here in the desert? My son would never have experienced it without this. And he also loves eating the s’mores, but then so do I.” The s’mores are free, and prepared on four blazing firepits. For Miller, watching her toddler interact with an element she’d never encountered previously is also a thrill. “Last year at Snowy Night, Lucy quickly learned that snow is cold, and she loved it. She enjoyed tromping around on the mountain of snow, even pretending to be Princess Elsa for awhile, and was pretty enamored with the whole concept of throwing snowballs,” Miller said. “We missed out on the train ride and the s’mores because she fell asleep of pure exhaustion from all the excitement, so I’m looking forward to that as much as she is,” added Miller, an attorney who practices employment litigation and is an avid snowboarder who often hits the slopes in Show Low and Flagstaff. “I love this event because it involves the entire Ahwatukee community and gives me an opportunity to meet families that live in my same neighborhood,” she said, adding: “It perfectly captures the iconic aspects of the Christmas Holiday – family and friends, snowfall, bonfire, Christmas lights and goodies for the kids.” A Snowy Night at Foothills replaced the church’s 10-year Living Christmas Tree extravaganza that featured a choir on risers with music performed in sync with lights and other effects. Besides the tons of snow, the church campus will be ablaze with white lights in keeping with the Festival of Lights, while blue lights adorn the olive trees in the church’s central courtyard. Kids’ crafts, two trackless trains, a large petting zoo, a balloon artist making the rounds and a free photo booth with a holiday backdrop for family portraits are also part of the festivities. There is no admission charge, and though there is a charge for street tacos, snow cones or kettle corn, it is minimal and other food and drink treats are free. Information: FoothillsBaptist.org.

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Gabriel’s Pantry Addresses Food Insecurity Twenty-five Percent of Community College Students Experience Food Insecurity Gabriel’s Pantry opened in Fall 2013 at SMCC, and serves students free meals during lunchtime hours, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., at the Student Life Office. Typical options include ramen noodles with snacks like granola bars, trail mix, and applesauce. Gabriel’s Pantry addresses an issue that’s surprising in its scope. According to a survey by the National Student Campaign against Hunger and Homelessness, 25 percent of community college students experience food insecurity. Of these, 55 percent reported that food insecurity caused them to avoid buying a required textbook, while 25 percent reported dropping a class. In the current semester, after 10 weeks, Gabriel’s Pantry has served more than 3,500 meals. The pantry remains stocked through donations of cash, gift cards, and non-perishable food items. On October 31st Dr. Camille Newton (Faculty Senate President), Dolores Urbieta (Past Faculty Senate President) and Stephen Puklin (Faculty Senate Secretary) donated food items to Gabriel’s Pantry on behalf of SMCC Faculty. Further, the Girl Scouts — Arizona Cactus-Pine Council will host a food drive for Gabriel’s Pantry at the Bob & Renee Parsons Leadership Center for Girls & Women on Dec. 7th.

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ulia Perugini, who has been making a name for herself with her 2-yearold Cookies by Julia business, is about to become a TV star. The former Ahwatukee resident, who now lives in Maricopa, will be competing with other bakers for $10,000 in the Food Network’s Christmas Cookie Challenge. She will appear in the episode slated for 8 p.m. Monday Dec. 11 on the Food Network. “They found pictures of my work on Instagram,” Perugini said in explaining how she landed a spot on the seven-episode show. The shows were taped in advance and contestants are not permitted by contract to discuss the outcome. The Food Network says the show features “a few of the best bakers in the country.” Each round focuses on a different theme, such as Christmas past and fu-

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Mexico. They were lured by tales of gold until the late 20th century when mining was banned. Most of the holes have been filled in, and a hiker won’t fall into one unless he is veering off the trail. Trailblazing is a temptation that has led many hikers to the need for a technical rescue. Know the plants and animals of South Mountain. Don’t approach a snake, Gila monster, or other desert animal or poke it with a stick to see what it does. Don’t carve your initials on a tree trunk or rock. Carry scissors and tweezers in case jumping cholla cactus get too friendly. Cutting off the cactus joint from the skin, then tweezing out each individual barbed spike is the least painful way of dealing with them. The Phoenix Parks and Recreation and Fire Departments remind hikers to watch the weather, dress appropriately with loose, sun-protective clothing, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen, bring plenty of water and turn back to the trailhead before half of the water is gone, carry a cell phone, hike with a buddy and pick a trail that is appropriate to your abilities. For more South Mountain hiking tips: kellyathena.com.

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Ahwatukee Kiwanis in dire straits for foster kids gift drive AFN News Staff

eens who live in group foster homes face a tough enough Christmas but the Ahwatukee Kiwanis Club faces an even tougher challenge in its sixth annual effort to bring them some holiday cheer. “We lost a major sponsor this year because their company was bought out by another group and the Ahwatukee Kiwanis Club is looking for more help from other businesses and individuals to provide Christmas gifts this year to foster youth living in group homes,” said Christmas project coordinator Andi Pettyjohn. Pettyjohn has put out a call for gifts, wrapping and money for a forgotten group of children at Christmas time. “Most foster teens live in group homes a house with eight to 10 kids living with 24-hour staff to supervise them. These kids don’t benefit from the many toy drives during the holidays,” she explained. To help the Kiwanis Club’s Foster Youth Collection Drive, Pettyjohn said

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Hospice of the Valley seeks Ahwatukee volunteers BY BEVERLY MEDLYN AFN Guest Writer

If you’re looking to add meaning and people to your life, consider volunteering for Hospice of the Valley, says Oldy Oldenburg, an Ahwatukee resident who has volunteered 15 years. “If you’re sitting back watching old movies on TV and worrying about your bills, start worrying about somebody who really needs help,” Oldenburg said. “Those family caregivers really need help and relief, and they really, really appreciate it.” Hospice of the Valley’s next volunteer orientation is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8. at the notfor-profit agency’s administrative office, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix. Advance registration and application are required: hov.org/volunteer or 602-636-6336. Many volunteers, like Oldenburg, were drawn to the work because of personal experience. His first wife of 34 years died on hospice care in 1996. After

lives in an assisted living facility while her husband, who has cancer, lives at home. She worries about her husband and shares her concerns with Oldenburg. Another male patient is single and alone, with no family to look in on him. A third patient lives at home with his wife, who looks forward to Oldenburg’s visits so she can get out and do things. Over the years Oldenburg has cared for people with dementia, heart and lung disease – just about Oldy Oldenburg poses with Hospice of Valley spokeswoman Lin every ailment there is. Sue Cooney. “I feel I have connected with every single person he remarried, he decided to give back by I’ve cared for. I have never felt rejection. volunteering for Hospice of the Valley. Oldenburg currently visits three pa- And I have never heard them feel sorry tients. One woman cannot walk and for themselves. People are level-headed.

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living room and morning diners can eat either at the breakfast bar or in a separate breakfast room. The house also included a family room, bonus game room, and a media room. A luxurious kitchen not only includes top-of-the-line appliances but even a “snack fridge,” according to published descriptions. No worries if the two floors can’t accommodate a party: the house comes with a fully-furnished basement with a wet bar and kitchenette.

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Along with a huge laundry room loaded with cupboards and drawers – and two washer-dryer sets – the house also has two garages: a three-car garage with a full wall of storage and an attic and a separate extra-large one-car garage with two water heaters and additional storage. The garage even has a reverse osmosis system. One other Ahwatukee house sale almost hit the seven-figure mark. A nearly 4,000-square-foot fivebedroom, 4 ½-bath house at 14411 S. Canyon Drive sold for $975,000. Built in 1998, the house includes a detached casita – both perched on two

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The house at 12667 S. Honah Lee Court that recently sold for $1.23 million boasts an open-floor plan on the first floor, a chef's kitchen, well-appointed walk-in closets in the two master bedrooms and stunning mountain views.

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acres of private hillside in the Canyon Reserve community. The house boasts a chef ’s kitchen with professional appliances, bedrooms with custom walk-in closets, a heated pool and spa and a ramada with a built-in barbecue. Since February, seven-figure sales in the Ahwatukee housing market have been virtually nonexistent until last month. Valley real estate analyst Mike Orr said the market for homes priced between $1 million and $1.5 million is getting healthier and sales volume for homes selling for more than $1.5 million is “much higher than last year.”

“Pricing is almost flat year over year, down in far North Scottsdale, slightly up elsewhere,” he added, saying the problem involving high-end home sales is that there is “still too much supply, sellers are competing with each other and outnumber buyers.” In the market for a home priced below $1 million? Buckle up, he advises, because “sellers have the upper hand.” As for the overall luxury market, he added, “New homes are still selling at a huge premium over re-sales because fashion changes in luxury homes over the past 10 years are enormous.”

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ome big changes are coming to the real estate scene next year, Realtor. com says. In a recent forecast for 2018, the real estate website said its team “sifted through historical real-estate data and other major economic indicators to come up with a realistic forecast of just what might be in store next year. And it looks like a sea change is brewing.” That change will be apparent in everything from housing inventory to price appreciation to generational and regional shifts, the site said. After three years of a crushing shortage of homes for sale, the realtor.com economics team is predicting that the shortfall will finally ease up in the second half of 2018. “The majority of the year should be challenging for most buyers, but we do expect growth in inventory starting in the fall,” said Danielle Hale, chief economist for realtor.com. “That’s a potentially transformative development for many would-be buyers who’ve been frustrated in their search for a home that meets their needs – and their

budget,” the site noted. Said Hale: “Once we start to see inventory turn around, there is plenty of demand in the market.” For-sale housing inventory is expected to stay tight in the first quarter of the year, reaching a 4 percent year-over-year decline in March. But if it increases as predicted by fall, that will be the first net inventory gain since 2015, the site added, suggesting that the Boston, Detroit and Nashville markets may see recovery first. Noting that bullish construction brings new homes to the market and creates opportunity for people to trade up into new homes, Realtor.com cautioned that those looking for starter homes may have to wait longer. “We expect the relief to start in the upper tiers, and it will make its way down to the lower tiers,” Hale said, adding most of the initial inventory growth will be in the mid- and upper-tier price ranges, $350,000 and up. As the market eases, home prices are expected to slow to 3.2 percent growth year over year nationally. “But again, it’s the higher-priced homes that will be appreciating less. And even slower

appreciation still means that prices will continue to rise,” it said. “Overall, prices are expected to increase, and we’re expecting to see more of that in lower-priced homes,” Hale said. “It will get a bit worse before it gets better for buyers of starter and mid-price homes.” Realrot.com also predicted that the housing market in 2018 “will continue to present challenges for millennials” because of continuing student debt, but saw some hope. Millennials seem to be having more success at taking out mortgages on homes at varying prices, and not just starter homes, Hale said. “They’re at that point where they’re seeing their incomes grow, and that will help them take on bigger mortgages,” she added, citing the overall strong economy and their own career development. And as the largest generation in U.S. history reaches that sweet spot in their 20s to 30s – when they’re settling down and starting families – they’re particularly motivated to buy. Millennials could make up 43 percent of home buyers taking out a mortgage by the end of 2018, up from an estimated

40 percent in 2017, based on mortgage originations. That uptick could translate into hundreds of thousands of additional new homes. As inventory starts to rebound in late 2018 and in years to come, firsttime home buyers will likely make up an even larger share of the market. They probably shouldn’t wait too long to buy, either: mortgage rates are expected to reach 5 percent by the end of 2018 due to stronger economic growth, inflationary pressure, and monetary policy normalization. Realtor.com said Southern city markets would be especially hot for sales next year, luring corporations and people with their low cost of living and affordable homes. The site also said, “The Republican Party’s proposed changes to the tax system could change everything.” If a version of tax reform does pass with the current provisions affecting real estate, Hale said she would expect to see fewer home sales and declining home prices. However, it would be the upper price tiers that would likely be affected the most, in areas with expensive homes and high taxes, such as coastal cities, especially in California.

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Ahwatukee homes sold $550,000 3332 E. Cherokee ST.

$220,000 16710 S. 23rd ST.

$600,375 14014 S. 31st ST.

$150,000 4835 E. KACHINA TRAIL

$735,000 13817 S. 32nd PLACE

$230,000 16620 S. 48th ST.

$650,000 14831 S. 19th WAY

$156,000 4850 E. KACHINA TRAIL

$1,230,000 12667 S. HONAH LEE COURT

$244,900 2022 E. WINDSONG DRIVE

$825,000 15057 S. 6th PLACE

$249,900 4445 E. WILDWOOD DRIVE

$975,000 14411 S. CANYON DRIVE

$166,500 4802 E. EUCLID AVE. $183,500 8621 S. 51st ST.

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$249,900 3015 E. AMBER RIDGE WAY

$197,500 4816 E. NAVAJO CIRCLE

$237,000 1726 W. AMBERWOOD DRIVE

$255,000 1138 E. AMBERWOOD DRIVE

$200,000 4625 E. CHEYENNE DRIVE

$242,500 1651 W. COTTONWOOD LANE

$270,000 16823 S. 14th ST.

$211,111

$245,000 312 W. MOUNTAIN SAGE DRIVE

$273,500 16636 S. 43rd PLACE

$225,000 4102 E. LA PUENTE AVE.

$260,000 1822 W. MUIRWOOD DRIVE

$274,000 4043 E. MOUNTAIN VISTA DRIVE

$237,000 4826 E. PEARCE ROAD

$264,900 15550 S. 5th AVE.

$297,000 4721 E. SILVERWOOD DRIVE

$255,000 4302 E. ROCKLEDGE CIRCLE

$297,500 117 W. MOUNTAIN SAGE DRIVE

$300,750 3306 E. NIGHTHAWK WAY

$275,000 10460 S. 44th ST.

$341,500 16015 S. 18th DRIVE

$302,000 16612 S. 14th ST.

$285,000 15234 S. 42nd ST.

$469,000 16216 S. 1st AVE.

$311,000

$288,500 13422 S. 47th PLACE

$635,000 16025 S. 29th AVE.

$320,000 3719 E. WINDMERE DRIVE

4109 E. SAN GABRIEL AVE.

$290,500 4031 E. SALINAS COURT

16642 S. 21st ST.

$323,500 1209 E. MUIRWOOD DRIVE

$295,000 13406 S. 46th ST.

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$327,500 16637 S. 15th ST.

$315,000 4449 E. WALATOWA ST.

$125,000 3830 E. LAKEWOOD PKWY.

$355,000 2974 E. GLENHAVEN DRIVE

$319,000 14433 S. 40th PLACE

$125,000 3830 E. LAKEWOOD PKWY.

$390,500 1317 E. COTTONWOOD LANE

$320,000 3931 E. NAMBE ST.

$126,500 3830 E. Lakewood PKWY.

$405,000 418 E. SILVERWOOD DRIVE

$420,000 14601 S. 46th ST.

$155,000 3830 E. LAKEWOOD PKWY.

$420,000 712 E. MOUNTAIN SAGE DRIVE

New housing opportunities abound in Ahwatukee BY BONNY HOLLAND AFN Guest Writer

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his winter will be host to some great new expansions to the Ahwatukee Foothills in terms of new homes. With the 202 Loop constructions underway, there have been more builders buying up land. Along with the 202 Loop, the Club West Golf Course has been bought and is up and running. According to Rene L. Couchee, a spokesperson for the buyers of the Golf Course, “Big things are going to happen. Stay tuned.” Another positive change that will add a boost in Club West and Foothills Reserve is the expansion of Chandler Boulevard from 17th Avenue through to 29th Avenue. The access to Foothills Reserve from a beautiful drive with up close views of South Mountain has increased interest in the resale and new-home communities. If you’re looking for new construction in the Ahwatukee Foothills here’s a look at some exciting housing developments currently underway. Promontory at Foothills West by Taylor Morrison. Taylor Morrison is underway

with a beautiful new subdivision of the Summit Collection nestled at the east end of the preserve at South Mountain Park around 35th Avenue and Shaughnessy. They are offering five different single level floor plans starting with the “Aspen” which will have 2,726 square feet, three bedrooms, four bathrooms and a three-car garage, all the way up to the Telluride Plan, which offers 3,904 square feet, five bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and a four-car garage. Base prices range from approximately $499,990 to $605,990. This secluded hillside community will be one to watch out for! As of today, the models are almost complete and there is a spec going up. Visit Taylor Morrison’s website for more information. Vantage Phase II by Shea Homes. Shea Homes is well underway on Phase II of their stunning New Town Home subdivision located right across from the Club West Golf Course around 5th Avenue and Chandler Boulevard. Vantage offers six different floor plans including the “Flat Fourteen32” which includes 1,432 square feet, two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a one-car garage to their “Loft Twenty67 Plan with 2,067 square feet, three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and

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a two-car garage. Base prices range from approximately $278,990 to $367,990. If you’re looking for a luxurious townhome with panoramic mountain views, then look no further. Visit Shea Homes’ website for more details. Agave Heights by Taylor Morrison. Agave Heights is a new gated community perfectly located in the center of Ahwatukee at 44th Street and Ray Road. It offers five different floor plans including the single level Iris Plan with 2,002

square feet, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a two-car garage. Their largest plan, the “Calico,” includes 3,667 square feet, four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and a three-car garage. Base prices range from approximately $409,990 to $504,990. Visit Taylor Morrison’s website for more information. Canyon Estates by Rosewood Homes. Around 11th Avenue and Chandler BouleSee

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2709 W Wildwood Drive

$548,000

3,231sqft, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom. Stunning Woodside semi-custom single level home on fabulous cul-de-sac lot.

WHISTLING ROCK

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SALE PENDING

3607 E Kayenta Court

$1,095,000

4,800sqft, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom. One of a kind upgraded custom estate on over-sized lot in the mountainside gated community of Ahwatukee Custom Estates.

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FEATURED 2012 E Brookwood Court $1,169,500 LISTING 4,836sqft, 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom. Gorgeous single level custom estate in the hillside gated community of The Sanctuary.

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15808 S 7th Street

$1,949,000

6,085sqft, 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom. Flawless mountaintop masterpiece nestled perfectly on massive hilltop lot in the luxurious gated community of Eagle Ridge.

EAGLE RIDGE

1425 E Desert Broom Way

$639,900

3,835sqft, 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom. Fabulous Catalina home on oversized hillside lot in Richmond Heights!

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14233 S 2nd Street SALE $749,900 PENDING 3,417sqft, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom. Beautiful single level TW Lewis semi-custom home in the mountainous gated community of Whistling Rock.

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FEATURED 2037 E Barkwood Road $979,900 LISTING 4,658sqft, 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom. Stunning single level custom home nestled beautifully on large hillside lot in the prestigious gated community of The Sanctuary.

FEATURED CUSTOM LOT

14008 S Canyon Drive

$649,900

184,141sqft Lush Sonoran Desert vegetation, tall Saguaros with mountain and city light views create a breathtaking setting for this custom residence.

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421 E Windmere Drive

$499,900

33,463sqft Amazing opportunity to build your DREAM HOME in the mountaintop gated community of Eagle Ridge. One of the last lots left!

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SPOTLIGHT home

Harbor Island

Enjoy the serenity of waterfront living in Ahwatukee from this gorgeous home with abundant amenities. Grand entry with vaulted ceilings, artistic custom oak staircase and designer columns. Spacious eat-in kitchen features refinished white cabinetry with custom rubbed bronze hardware, island and Sub-Zero refrigerator. Open floor plan with inviting fireplace in living room, large formal dining room and wet bar in family room. Upgrades include 17” tile flooring, Plantation shutters, ceiling fans, built-in cabinetry in loft and remodeled secondary baths. Upstairs master suite boasts French doors to view balcony, updated bathroom plus large walk-in closet. Large secondary bedrooms. 2015 exterior paint. 2014 roof /balcony. HVAC compressors in 2014 and 2017. Resort-style backyard with fenced pool with waterfall, BBQ, lush landscaping including fruit trees, new dock with custom fence and boat that conveys. Stainless steel appliance install and pool deck resurfacing currently scheduled.

Listed for $574,500

Mike Mendoza kw® SONORAN LIVING 480.706.7234 KELLER WILLIAMS® REALTY www.MendozaTeam.com

Dream Estate on Preserve!!!

2709 W Wildwood Drive in Sunrise Stunning Woodside semi-custom single level 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom plus executive office home on fabulous cul-de-sac lot. Located in the prestigious mountainside gated community of Sunrise. Beautiful front entry! Foyer opens to spacious formal living room with fire place and formal dining room with mountain views! Chef’s Dream Kitchen with huge kitchen island, breakfast bar, granite counters, custom cabinetry, top of the line stainless appliances included Kitchen Aid gas cooktop and built-in wine frig and spacious walk-in pantry. Gorgeous family room with custom stone fire place, patio access and breath taking views of the Estrella Mountain Range. Massive master bedroom suite with seating room and bedside views of the Estrellas. Beautiful master bathroom with dual sinks, stone counters, custom cabinetry, spa-like tub with jets and large walk-in shower. 3 spacious guest bedroom suites with beautiful guest bathrooms. Resort-like backyard with covered patio with travertine flooring, large play pool with rock waterfall feature and separate travertine deck all surrounded by designer landscape and incredible private mountain views! Energy powered by SOLAR!! Inside laundry with lots of cabinetry, 3 car garage, this home has it all! Excellent Kyrene Schools. Great Ahwatukee location!

One of the most amazing view lots in all of arizona! Stunning preserve & city light views! This custom estate has everything you could possibly want • over 10,000 sqft of the finest finishes • 3/4 acre preserve lot • 6 bedrooms, 8 bath, plus executive office, plus theater room, plus exercise room, plus loft, plus guest house • grand foyer • formal living & dining room • gourmet kitchen includes: s/s appliances, quartz countertops, double ovens, 2 dishwashers, cooktop, subzeros, etc • large family room • master suite w/sitting room • master bath w/steam shower, jacuzzi tub, and his/her closets • guest house • resort backyard w/pebbletec divingpool, waterfalls, slide, volcano, firepit, fp, spa, sport court, grassy play areas, & outdoor kitchen • 4-car a/c garage • most desired location in the ahwatukee custom estates! A true masterpiece!!!

Listed for $2,299,000

Geno Ross (602) 751-2121 www.GenoRoss.com

Listed for $548,000

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This home at 14411 S. Canyon Drive in Ahwatukee almost hit the seven-figure, but fell $25,000 short. Nevertheless, the five-bedroom, 4,000-square-foot home, built in 1998, sports a broad array of amenities, including a detached casita. Located in the gated Canyon Reserve community on two acres of a private hillside, the home offers canyon and views from a backyard that includes a heated pool and spa with a rock waterfall.

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Crown Point

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Exceptional Santa Barbara-style estate in exclusive gated community. 5 br, 7 ba with 9,668 sq. ft. Gourmet kitchen boasts granite countertops, Viking appliances, double refrigerators, 6-burner gas range, island with prep sink and spacious pantry. Exquisite custom appointments throughout including rich alder woods, discerning stone accents and beautiful stone flooring. The finest in extended outdoor living with inviting patios, lush landscaping, built-in BBQ, fire pit, negative edge pool and spa on oversized lot with breathtaking lake and golf views.

Listed for $2,950,000

Summerhill

Ahwatukee Custom Estates

Superb South Mountain views from front circular drive with portico. Custom single level with desirable split floor plan on ½ acre lot. 5 br 4.5 ba with 4,763 sq. ft. Gourmet kitchen features newer cabinetry, granite countertops, Sub Zero refrigerator and breakfast bar. Dramatic entry with 2011 custom iron door. Travertine flooring and Plantation shutters. 2015 updates to spacious play pool and decking. Two Trane A/C units in 2007.

Listed for $1,395,000 NG NI N COSOO

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vard, Rosewood is finished with their new development, Canyon Estates. This hillside, gated community has sold all of its properties except for a spec and two models. The spec is their Residence One Plan, which includes 2,268 square feet, three bedrooms, two bathrooms with a two-car garage and is offered at $499,642. One of the models is Rosewood’s Residence Two Plan, with 2,467 square feet, four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a two-car garage at $679,950. Rosewood’s other available model for purchase is a Residence Four Plan with 3,539 square feet, three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and a three-car garage offered at $829,950. Visit Rosewood Homes’ website for more details.

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There are 20 total active residential lots listed in Arizona Regional MLS ranging from $299,000-$1,350,000. All these lots are in custom neighborhoods throughout Ahwatukee. They include: six lots in Tapestry Canyon with a price range of $375,000$1,350,000; four lots in Summerhill with a price range of $399,500-$599,500; four lots in Canyon Reserve with a price range of $349,000-$649,900; three lots in Ahwatukee Custom Estates with a price range of $370,000-$685,00; and one lot each in The Sanctuary at $299,000, Eagle Ridge at $499,900, and Calabrea at $369,000. From all of us at the Leading Luxury Experts Team have a wonderful, safe holiday season! -Bonny Holland is a Realtor in Ahwatukee. Reacher her at 602-369-1085, 480-759-4300 or leadingluxuryexperts.com.

Listed for $725,000

The Sanctuary

Mountain Park Ranch

Single level custom home with open space lake bordering the back of this spacious gated-community lot. 5 br, 5 ba with 4,114 sq. ft. Designer touches include 12’ coffered ceilings, Roman columns, travertine flooring and Plantation shutters. Spacious gourmet kitchen. Elegant master suite boasts twoway fireplace. Three secondary bedrooms with in-suite baths. Convenient full bath leading into the house from the pool area.

Enjoy mountain preserve view from front balcony deck. 3 br, 2.5 ba with 1,611 sq. ft. Open kitchen features granite tile countertops. 17” travertine flooring plus hardwood in great room. Remodeled master suite boasts marble flooring in bath with spacious stone walk-in shower. Gorgeous mature landscaping, extended covered patio and fountain in backyard.

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Listed for $309,000

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Stonecliffe

Harbor Island

Luxury townhouse in gated community. 1 br, 1.5 ba with 1,469 sq. ft. Move-in ready with new carpet and interior paint. Eat-in kitchen features pantry, oak cabinetry, refrigerator plus never used oven and dishwasher. Open floorplan with fireplace in great room and huge upstairs loft. Lower level master suite with walk-in closet, large shower and upgraded fixtures. One-car garage with opener. Lush landscaping and community pool and spa.

Enjoy the serenity of waterfront living in Ahwatukee from this gorgeous home. 5 br, 3 ba with 3,650 sq. ft. Spacious eat-in kitchen features refinished white cabinetry with custom rubbed bronze hardware, island and Sub-Zero refrigerator. Upstairs master suite boasts French doors to view balcony, updated bathroom plus large walk-in closet. Resort-style backyard with pool, BBQ, lush landscaping, custom dock fence and boat that conveys.

Listed for $194,500

Listed for $574,500

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Moon Valley

1,195,000

Stunning Hillside Estate with Amazing Mountain, Golf Course, & City Light Views ON OVER 10 ACRES 6 BEDROOM, 5.5 BATH, AND COMPLETELY REMODELEDFORMAL LIVING & DINING ROOM, LARGE FAMILY ROOM, KITCHEN INCLUDES: SLAB GRANITE COUNTERS, S/S APPLANCES, CHERRYWOOD CABINETS, & PENDANT LIGHTING, LARGE SPACIOUS BEDROOMS 2 MASTER SUITES, HARDWOOD FLOORING, REMODELED BATHS, BACKYARD FEATURES, LARGE POOL & ENDLESS VIEWS!

2,995,000 $

4,250,000

689,500

SOLD PENDING

9.62 acres in San Tan Valley

Beautiful Mountain Park Ranch updated 4 bed/2.5 bath home. Open floor plan, great views and amenities galore! Come make this your own home and enjoy Resort style living!

MUST SEE Looking to build your own home or invest in raw land? Parcel has electric conduit in place. Beautiful views & easy access to San Tan Valley area. Call for pricing.

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AROUND AHWATUKEE

Annual Blankets & Bears Drive underway in Ahwatukee The Ahwatukee Women’s Golf Association is again conducting its Blankets & Bears Drive to benefit Cardon Children’s Hospital in Mesa. This drive started in 1999 and has generated thousands of donations of blankets and Teddy Bear. Other previous beneficiaries include Phoenix Fire Station # 38, the emergency room at Banner Desert Hospital, Mesa Fire and the Child Crisis Center. Knitted, crocheted and fleece blankets of all kinds are needed. If they are too large or inappropriate for a child, they will be donated to the homeless. Crib size or smaller is preferred but there is a need for any size. Stuffed animals need to be clean and not worn or the hospital cannot accept them. Dolls or stuffed animals should be soft and cuddly, and something that a child can hold and carry. Donations are being accepted at the Ahwatukee Country Club’s dining room, 12432 S. 48th St. Items will be placed under the club’s Christmas tree, then packaged and delivered. Staff at ACC is aware that there may be some “special deliveries.” Questions or to arrange another location for a delivery: text Joyce Blobner at 480-381-4195.

Fresko collecting blankets, other gifts for shelter animals Fresko Mediterranean Restaurant, 5033 E. Elliot Road, Ahwatukee, is holding a Holiday Paws Drive. Through Dec. 15, Fresko will collect items for shelter pets for Arizona Animal Welfare League, Halo Animal Rescue and American Freedom Paws. Needed are blankets, dry food, treats, toys, beds, leashes, collars and gift cards to PetSmart for both dogs and cats. Fresko owners Kody and Janna Harris maintain a patio that is dog friendly and have a fresh bowl of water outside for four-legged visitors.

Husband and Wife Law Team sets ‘Conies for a Cause’ For every person making a purchase from Detroit Coney, 930 West Broadway Road, Tempe, between 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, the Husband and Wife Law Team will donate $3 to one of these organizations of their choice: the ALS Association Arizona Chapter, Project Walk Recovery Fund, and the Brain Injury Alliance. Mark and Alexis Breyer of Ahwatukee, the Husband and Wife Law Team at breyerlaw.com, are combining their love of Coney dogs with three organizations they feel strongly about. Raffle prizes and giveaways will be available at 10:30 a.m. and Mark Breyer takes over the cash register from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Raffles also will be held throughout the day.

Local ASU prof’s homeless outreach downtown is Dec. 16 Project Humanities’ year-round outreach led

by an Ahwatukee professor to help the homeless in downtown Phoenix will be held 6:45-8:15 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 16. Volunteers are welcome to meet on South 12th Avenue between West Jefferson and West Madison streets to help homeless people pick out clothing, shoes and toiletries. Neal Lester, Foundation Professor of English at Arizona State University and the founder/ director of ASU’s Project Humanities, also reminds residents they can donate bottled water at AZ Spine & Disc, 4530 E. Ray Road, Ahwatukee during normal business hours. Other items can be donated at Project Humanities’ Tempe headquarters. Men’s clothing and shoes are especially needed. Information on donating and volunteering: 480-727-7030 or projecthumanities@asu.edu. Had 47 volunteers from ASU and across the Valley, supporting 245 adult individuals experiencing various degrees of homelessness. About 60 volunteers showed up to help more than 230 homeless people at Lester’s most recent outreach.

German-language Christmas service returning this month The eighth annual German-language Christmas service for the Phoenix metro area will be held at 4:10 p.m. Dec. 17 at Mountain View Lutheran Church, 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee. Cookie donations for the fellowship session following the service are welcome. Information: ingeborg07@hotmail.com or 480-961-4649

Allstate agent here helps raise $1oK for Junior Achievement Michael Bailey, an agent for Allstate’s Ahwatukee office, was one of 11 agency owners from Arizona who secured an $11,000 Allstate Foundation Helping Hands grant to benefit Junior Achievement of Arizona. The grant will support Junior Achievement’s mission to empower the futures of millions of Arizona students by giving them the knowledge and skills they need to manage their money, plan for their future and make smart academic, career and economic choices. The agency owners earned $1,000 each by volunteering as hosts for the Junior Achievement You’re Hired event, helping college-bound high school students with networking, interviewing, leadership, ethics skills and more.

Ahwatukee Scout troop slates Christmas tree pickup Ahwatukee Boy Scout Troop 278 says it’s not too early to think about calling them to arrange for a pickup of fresh Christmas trees after the holidays. For the seventh consecutive year, the troop is collecting them as a fund raiser, asking for donations of $10 to $20. Curbside pickups will be 8 a.m.-noon Dec. 30 and 8 a.m.-noon Jan. 6. The money helps the troop pay for activities throughout the year. Trees need to be left at curbside and all decorations removed. To arrange for a pickup: troop278trees@

gmail.com

Church group explores: Is it dementia or Alzheimer’s? To enhance the Christian journey and quality of life for seniors and their caretakers through education, support and outreach, Mountain Park Church: 16461 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee, is holding a Senior Living session 6:30-8 p.m. Dec. 12 on dementia and options for senior living with guest speaker Scott Fisher, RN. The discussion will look at such questions as What are the differences between normal aging, “mild cognitive impairment,” dementia and Alzheimer’s? What are the treatments, preventions and care options?

Ahwatukee woman offers Santa-pet pics for shelter help Eleanor Dexter Marsh is offering photos of your pet with Santa to help raise money for the Maricopa County shelter. She is with the local business, While You’re Away, which provides pet-sitting and other services. “We have some one that can take pictures or if they prefer they can take their own,” she said, adding that all pictures will be put on Facebook for family friends. Donations of food and blankets are suggested. Times are 6-8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 8 and Dec 9. at 4802 E. Paiute St., Ahwatukee. In-

formation: 480-287-4897 or whileyouareaway@ yahoo.com.

Cactus Jacks plans free holiday dance party for Ahwatukee Cactus Jacks in Ahwatukee is hold a holiday dance party at 5 p.m. Dec. 20. Food and drink specials start at 4 p.m. Treats, raffle prizes and free line dancing and lessons start at 5:30pm. Holiday outfits encouraged! Information: Carrie@dancemeetsfitness.net.

Line dancing and Muscle Mania classes begn in January Ahwtaukee physical fitness and dance instructor Carrie McNeish is offering beginning and intermediate/advanced line dancing classes as well as Muscle Mania sessions beginning the first week in January at Pecos Community Center. No partner or experience is necessary for the dance classes, and evening sessions are on Tuesdays and daytime classes are Thursdays. Muscle Mania classes, aimed at strengthening and toning muscles, are on Mondays and Wednesdays. Walk-in registration is wllowed, or people can sign up at phoenix.gov/parks. Information: 480221-9090, cmcneish@cox.net, or dancemeetsfitness.net. See

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Senior Olympics registration is now open for 2018 games Registration is underway for Ahwatukee residents 50 and older who want to participate in the 2018 Arizona Senior Olympics. The games will be held Feb. 17-March 11 at various venues across the state. There is a wide variety of games, from bocce ball to tennis, running to swimming. The purpose is to encourage health, fitness and safety in a fin and competi-

American Legion Post 64 in Ahwatukee needs help with donations and registrants for a golf tournament. The tournament is scheduled for 8 a.m. Dec. 16 at Legacy Golf Club, 6808 S. 32nd St., Phoenix. Cost is $90 per person for golf and dinner and $15 for a spouse as a dinner partner only. Because the legion has no physical club post and therefore no income from bar and food services, Post 64 relies on the tournament to underwrite a vast array of charitable causes. It supports military and veterans’ hospitality rooms at Sky Harbor Airport, sends care packages to overseas military personnel, supports the Stand Down program for homeless vets, and supports various programs in Ahwatukee schools. The legion is looking for donations of raffle prizes, tournament sponsorships and players. Information: Pete Meir, 602-690-3361 or petemeier@cox.net; Doug Patterson at dpatterson27@cox.net or 602-791-6843 or Ed Mangan at emangan3@aol.com or 602-501-0128.

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for Tots campaign for unwrapped toys for kids up to 12 years of age through Dec. 10. The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program has been delivering toys to children in need since 1947 and is the largest outreach program in the Department of Defense. The program has since given out more than 494 million toys to more than 230 million children. The ER facility is open for donations around the clock.

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Business Law Series

Copyright provides a way for artists, innovators and other entrepreneurial ventures to protect and monetize their creativity. This workshop introduces copyright licensing and infringement, as well as trademark basics such as how to select a distinctive and federally register-able trademark and the difference between state and federal registration. Presented by Chris Love, senior associate at Kewenvoyouma Law, PLLC. DETAILS>> 6-7:30 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Free. Registration required via the calendar at phxlib.org.

Book Discussion Club

Read the book and join each month’s lively discussion the first Wednesday of the month. December’s read: “One Summer: America 1927” by Bill Bryson. January’s read: Daring to Drive by Manal al-Sharif. DETAILS>> 7-7:45 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. Free. No registration required.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9-10 Cats get together

The Cat Fanciers Association, the largest and oldest cat registry in the world, and the Phoenix Feline Fanciers will hold its 25th All Breed Cat Show with eight judging rings each day with up to 300 cats from around the country. Besides 45 recognized feline breeds, there also are categories for veterans older than 7 and a household pet class. The meet also

supports a local rescue group, All About Animals, and will have many pet-related vendors and raffle prizes. Saturday will feature the Holiday Cat Costume Contest at noon and Sunday will include awards for the best decorated cage. DETAILS>> 10 a.m.-5 p.m Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday; Building C at Mesa Convention Center, 263 N. Center St., Mesa, Free on-site parking. Admission: $10 adults; $8 seniors/military; $6 for children 3-12 accompanied by an adult, under 3 free. Family: $20 for two adults and two children 3-12. Information: phxfeline.com. The show is held at the Mesa Convention Center, 263 North Center Street, Mesa and there is free parking. There is also the Convention Center food vendor with good food available to visitors and exhibitors. If folks go to our website, www.phxfeline.com, they can get additional information as well as $1 off coupons for adult admission.

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Edible houses being built

Teens 12-18 can create a graham cracker house for the holidays. This event is free and all supplies will be provided. DETAILS>> 2-3 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. Free. No registration required.

TUESDAY, DEC. 12

LEGO Lab offered

Children accompanied by an adult can stop by for fun LEGO building time the second Tuesday of each month. See

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Family Storytime

DETAILS>> 4-5 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages 6-11. Free. No registration required.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 Harry Potter marathon

Harry Potter movies and crafts will last all day. DETAILS>> 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Free. No registration required.

Wear your pajamas to a special reading of this holiday classic by Chris Van Allsburg. Enjoy cookies with your friends afterward. DETAILS>> 6:30-7:15 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Free. Space is limited & tickets are available at 6pm.

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On the third Tuesday of every month, bring five double-spaced pages of writing to get feedback from fellow writers. DETAILS>> 6-7:45 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Free. No registration required.

Blood drive Give the gift of blood at this American Red Cross Blood Drive! Appointments are recommended and can be made at redcrossblood.org; select the “donating blood” option to submit your appointment time. Walkin donations are also welcome, as available. DETAILS>> 2:30-7 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Free. Registration required via the calendar at phxlib.org.

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For a few hours every year, Jim Simpson opens his Ahwatukee home to the public for people to view his wall-to-wall collection of Santa Clauses, Nativity sets, angels and a huge array of other Christmas ornaments and decorations he has collected around the world for more than 30 years. DETAILS>> 6-9 p.m.. 2313 E. Taxidea Way. Free but people are encouraged to bring a can of food for local food banks.

Learn desert gardening by getting your hands dirty with the Ahwatukee Community Gardening Project. Share in the knowledge, the produce, and the smiles. All ages welcome Bring sun protection and water, tools optional. DETAILS>> 7-9 a.m. in the northwest corner of the park at 4700 E. Warner Road, Ahwatukee. Information : acgarden.org or 480-759-5338.

Chess players, knitters clubs

usually the second Monday, to share news, Two new clubs meet in Ahwatukee every Sunday opportunities, food and laughter. Meetings include the chess club for players at all skill levels and Knitters guest speakers, legislative updates, how-to sessions Anonymous for all levels of knitters and people who and Q&A. Volunteer or just enjoy an evening with likeminded folks. crochet. DETAILS>> For times and places: ld18democrats. DETAILS>> The Chess Club meets at 11 a.m. at org/calendar. Einstein’s at 48th Street and Ray Road. Knitters Anonymous meets at 2 p.m. at Pomegranate’s Café, 40th and Chandler Boulevard. For either club, call 480246-1912 for more information. Homework help Volunteer Eric will help with homework. DETAILS>> 4-5:30 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages 5-18. Free. No registration required. Ahwatukee women can meet Ahwatukee Foothills Friend & Neighbors offers local women a chance to meet other ladies who like to have Coloring for grown-ups fun at monthly meetings and in its interest groups. The Adult coloring promotes mindfulness, reduces group meets the fourth Monday of each month at local stress, and improves cognitive motor skills. We’ll venues to enjoy lunch or happy hour and sometimes a provide the markers, crayons, colored pencils, and program. In December, a holiday dinner-dance will be coloring sheets; you just bring yourself and your held Dec. 8 at the Foothills Golf Club. Payment is always friends! due a week ahead of the event. DETAILS>> 1:30-3 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. DETAILS>> affanwomensgroup@gmail.com. Chandler Blvd. Free. No registration required. Chamber offers networking Chair yoga featured The Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce Inner Vision Yoga Studio offers chair yoga to help networking and leads group is open to chamber seniors and people recovering from injuries to stay fit. members. DETAILS>> 1:30-2:30 p.m., 4025 E. Chandler Blvd., DETAILS>> Noon, Native Grill and Wings, 5030 E. Ahwatukee. $5 per class. Information: Ray Road, Ahwatukee. Gina Jenkins, 480-990-5444.

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required. DETAILS>> 6-7 p.m. first and third Wednesdays, Pecos Community Center, 17010 S. 48th St. 602-6365390 or HOV.org.

Toastmasters sharpen skills

Improve your speaking skills and meet interesting people at Ahwatukee Toastmasters meetings DETAILS>> 6:45-8 a.m at the Dignity Health Community Room, 4545 E. Chandler Blvd., Ahwatukee.

Foothills Women meet

An informal, relaxed social organization of about 90 women living in the Ahwatukee Foothills/Club West area. A way to escape once a month to have fun and meet with other ladies in the area. Guest speaker or entertainment featured. DETAILS>> 7 p.m. second Wednesday of the month, Foothills Golf Club, 2201 E. Clubhouse Drive. Contact Shelley Miller, president, at 602-527-6789 or essentiallyshelley@gmail.com

Power Partners available

The Ahwatukee Chamber offers Power Partners every Tuesday except the second Tuesday of the month, when attendees are encouraged to attend the Wake Up Ahwatukee Morning Mixer. Unlike our Monday Power Group, this group will be non-category specific, meaning you can have more than one member in each business category. DETAILS>> 7:45-8:45 a.m. Early Baker, 15645 S. 40th St., Ahwatukee. Free Information:. Gina Jenkins, 480-990-5444.

Parents can ‘drop in’

Parents are invited to join a drop-in group to ask questions, share ideas or just listen to what’s going on with today’s teenagers. DETAILS>> 5:30-7 p.m. second Wednesday of each month. Maricopa Cooperative Extension, 4341 E. Broadway Road, Phoenix. Free. RSVP at 602-827-8200, ext. 348, or rcarter@cals.arizona.edu.

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Montessori holds open house

Ahwatukee Foothills Montessori holds an open house weekly. It includes a short talk about Montessori education, followed by a tour of its campus. DETAILS>> 4 p.m. Wednesdays, 3221 E. Chandler Blvd., Ahwatukee. Information: 480-759-3810

‘Dems and Donuts’ set

Legislative District 18 Democrats gather for an informal chat. DETAILS>> Free and open to the public 7:30-9 a.m. the third Wednesday of the month at Denny’s, 7400 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler. RSVP: marie9@q.com or 480592-0052.

Grief support is free

Hospice of the Valley offers a free ongoing grief support group for adults and is open to any adult who has experienced a loss through death. No registration

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Teen Thursdays @ the Library

Ironwood Library provides the snacks and fun every Thursday; teens just bring themselves and a friend! First Thursdays: video games; second Thursdays: art-making; third Thursdays: Upcycling Makerspace. Fourth Thursdays: Library Volunteer Opportunities. DETAILS>> 4-5:30 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. Ages 12-18. Free. No registration required.

Kiwanis meets weekly

The Ahwatukee Kiwanis Club meets weekly and welcomes newcomers. DETAILS>> 7:30 a.m. Biscuits Restaurant, 4623 E. Elliot Road, Ahwatukee. Information: mike. maloney2003@gmail.com.

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‘Gentle yoga’ offered

Inner Vision Yoga Studio offers “gentle floor yoga” for core strengthening and healthy backs. DETAILS>> 1:30-2:30 p.m. 4025 E. Chandler, Ahwatukee. $5 per class. Information: 480-330-2015 or donna@innervisionyoga.com.

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Thanksgiving Eve accidents around Ahwatukee likely will remain a mystery BY PAUL MARYNIAK AFN Executive Editor

f you were on social media in Ahwatukee the afternoon and even before Thanksgiving, you might have started thinking it was under attack. Around 4:30 p.m. that Wednesday, a one-car accident was reported around 48th Street and Knox Road that later turned out to involve a fatality, though it is unclear if the accident or a medical condition was to blame. Then, within about two hours after that, another accident was reported a few miles away, then a head-on on Pecos Road, and a motorcycle-car collision on I-10 around the Wild Horse Pass exit. A few days later, a Facebook contact messaged, asking what happened. I warned her that I might not find out, but tried anyway with emails to the public information officers for both the state Department of Public Safety, which has jurisdiction now over Pecos Road as well as

I-10, and Phoenix Police. I’m still waiting for a reply. An even more complex traffic-related mystery occurred about a month ago on a Saturday morning when Ahwatukee Facebook sites lit up for nearly four hours about the closure of Elliot Road in both directions around I-10, creating havoc on Warner and Ray roads as well as Elliot. All anyone knew was that a man had been found shot to death in a car on a county island, making it the responsibility of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office. Nearly a month later, that’s about all anyone still knows, other than the victim’s name. The sheriff’s office isn’t saying if the shots were fired inside or from outside the car. They’re not saying if they have any leads. They’re not saying much at all. While we, like most news organizations try our best to get this kind of information, we’re only as effective as the police departments are cooperative. As a journalist who has been dealing with law enforcement agencies of all sizes

at all levels of government, I can tell you it’s a crap shoot when it comes to getting information. The level of cooperation varies not only from agency to agency, but from officer to officer within a single department. Some agencies and officers/detectives/ agents have a distrust of the media, and it takes time on an individual basis to build trust in many instances. Many agencies and their employees have other good reasons to be reticent about releasing information, often because it could jeopardize an investigation. In the case of accidents, getting information is even more challenging. PIOs rely on reports from the scene and, as you would expect, the officers at the scene likely are busy with a myriad of more pressing duties – possibly helping out with injured people and directing traffic. By the time the reports are filed, several days may have elapsed, though it’s been my experience with Phoenix PD that they’ll at least have the names of any fatalities within 24 hours.

As for how an accident happened, most, if not all, departments now reconstruct the scene, a process that can literally take months. So, the prospect of much information fast is nearly nil. The homicide investigation involving the Elliot Road killing is a little more perplexing. The sheriff’s office has been frustratingly tight-lipped. Because the killing is believed to have occurred sometime late at night or very early in the morning, maybe there’s not much to go on. It would be nice, however, if the department at least indicated whether the slaying suggested road rage. None of this is meant to be a criticism of any police agency but rather an explanation for those of you who might be wondering why there was nothing about the events that transpired on Thanksgiving Eve. Hopefully, the other three accidents did not result in any other deaths or serious injuries. At this point, unless you were personally involved, you likely will never know.

robbed me of seemingly everything. The doctors’ answers were simple. First, they gave me drugs. When that didn’t work, they gave me more or different drugs. And then they tweaked the dosages of drugs they were giving me. All along, the doctors said they were going to teach me how to live with and manage these forces that were destroying my life. I was not enthused by the options they gave me: Either live with anxiety and depression, or live a drugged-up life with depression and anxiety nearby. And for about 10 months, those were the options I lived with and employed. I did what I was told and followed the doctors’ instructions, but I didn’t feel any better. Life was passing me by, and my mental health problems only got worse. I knew there had to be a better way. Knowledge is power – and I set out to become powerful. I dove deep into research, learning first about how mental health is usually treated and then broadening my research to learn more about the connection

between the brain and the body. I started learning about diet and exercise, and I realized that there was a connection between the two that might be the path to feeling better. And after months of feeling like a stranger in my own body, I began to feel like myself again in 10 days. I wrote a book about it, “Sick of Suffering,” and I’ve continued to try and shine a light on the places where this state and country have failed its most vulnerable. And as I’ve looked around our state, I know there are far too few who can identify with my success story. There have been some encouraging signs. The state’s decision to expand Medicaid was a step in the right direction, but there are still far too many people hurting. And it’s exponentially worse for Arizona’s incarcerated population where, much like the rest of the country, people with mental illnesses are all too often treated as criminals and locked in jails that have neither the training nor the resources to treat such illnesses.

Our nation’s law enforcement community has been crying out for help in this department for years, with the National Sheriffs’ Association pressing Congress to continue to fund a pilot program from 2010 that continues Medicaid coverage for inmates after they’re released, allowing them to seamlessly receive treatment and medications when they are back on the streets. And lawmakers here and around the country would be wise to take note of Pinal County’s establishment of a Mental Health Treatment Court to separate the sick from the criminal. Efforts like these should be commended, but sadly, too many rest on the laurels that have accompanied incremental and incomplete progress. There is still much more work to be done. There are still too many Arizonans falling through the cracks. And that is nothing to congratulate.

Arizona’s mental health failings are a disgrace, he found BY EVAN MICHAEL YORK AFN Guest Writer

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ongratulations” just doesn’t seem like the right sentiment. After all, moving from 51 to 50 in Mental Health America’s study of mental illness and access to care in the states is a dubious achievement. But that’s what happened between 2011 and 2014, when Arizona went from 51st to 50th (including Washington, D.C.). Too much of Arizona is sick. Too much of Arizona is in pain. And too much of Arizona simply does not seem to care. I am one of those Arizonans who knows this pain. And I am one of the Arizonans who knows how lacking and backwards this state can be when people like me go looking for help. My story started when I was a student at Arizona State University. The anxiety and the depression seemed to come out of nowhere. For months, I sat in one place, unable to move, paralyzed by diseases that

-Evan York is an Arizona State student and author.

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Indian store offers mall a different shopping experience BY WAYNE SCHOTSKY AFN Staff Writer

ypically the domain of retail chains and department stores, Chandler Fashion Center recently welcomed Malani World Mercato, an Indian bazaar-style store that offers shoppers a unique global experience. Nestled between Sephora and Free People, the store is a far cry from the chains that surround it in the mall. Rather than focus on one specific niche like women’s clothing or furniture, it sells a diverse array of products, including clothing, jewelry and British and Indian foods as well as furniture, décor and wines from all over the world. Owner Pradip Malani has his own jewelry designers, and all of the clothing and jewelry sold in the store is made in India. The Chandler store is Malani’s second location. He opened the first Malani World Mercato at Paradise Valley Mall in Phoenix over six years ago. Establishing the first store was an uphill battle but the process has been much easier in Chandler the second time around. “It’s been an evolution,” Malani said. “People have been getting more and more into the Bollywood style and now

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Pradip Malani’s store in Chandler Fashion Center offers merchandise, food, decor and clothing from India. It is his second Malani World Mercato in the Valley.

you see it everywhere. We are the only game in town really.” For Malani, it is all about introducing the brand to the community. Once shoppers happen upon his store, their reactions are almost always positive, he said. While his concept may seem out of place in a suburban mall, Chandler, in

particular, is actually a prime location for Malani’s bazaar. “Chandler has a lot of diverse communities, which helps a lot,” Malani said. Prior to opening his Arizona stores, the Ahwatukee resident worked in the jewelry industry for 39 years and operated an Indian clothing and jewelry brand in Los

Angeles called Sona Chaandi. The store really began to take off as the Bollywood style caught on with celebrities and Malani noticed an uptick in interest “once celebrities like Madonna and Gwen Stefani started walking into our store and buying our stuff,” he said. Malani’s Los Angeles store even provided the wardrobe for Johnny Depp in the fourth installment of Disney’s “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise, he said. The project was a career highlight for the Mumbai-born Malani, who first visited the U.S. as a child when his father took him to Disneyland. He grew up in Kolkata and attended high school there before moving to Los Angeles in 1979 to start his own business. He was attracted to Los Angeles by that initial trip to Disneyland with his father. Malani decided to retire to Arizona seven years ago, and his son now runs Sona Chaandi in Los Angeles. That retirement did not last long, though, and Malani decided to replicate his Los Angeles store in the Valley in what he referred to as his “retirement project.” “It’s better than getting bored at home,” Malani said. See

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Ahwatukee lawyer’s year-old firm enjoying success Afn News Staff

By his own account, Patrick MacQueen’s career for a while was kind of like a character in a John Grisham novel. The Ahwatukee lawyer was working in a large Phoenix firm and, he recalled, “as anyone who has read a John Grisham novel knows, large firms make large time demands, especially of their new associates. But I knew that going in, and always managed to exceed the partners’ expectations, which included usually working 12 or more hours a day.” Then, his world and the world around him abruptly changed. His father passed away. The housing market crashed soon afterward.

“I saw this as an opportunity to use my legal skills to help those in need and jumped into the field of real estate litigation,” the Michigan native said. “I learned this new skill set quickly and since then I’ve used my time and effort to help homeowners on the brink of – or mired in – financial collapse and give them some peace of mind in those very uncertain times.” He joined a boutique real estate law firm – and worked with another lawyer who eventually brought him to another career change. MacQueen that lawyer, Benjamin Gottlieb, became founding partners of MacSee

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Ahwatukee lawyer Patrick MacQueen said the lawfirm he and another attorney formed a year ago has taken off, enabling him to practice in the fields he enjoys while helping people.

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Queen & Gottlieb, PLC, a rapidly-growing real estate law firm celebrating its first anniversary. “A year ago today we were starting a brand new firm because we wanted to be in charge of our own future,” said MacQueen. “We didn’t really know what to expect, but we knew what we wanted, and in the first year, we have exceeded even our own high expectations.” The firm far exceeded its growth goal of 20 percent in the first year and at this point, there seems to be no stopping it. Working with clients both large and small, MacQueen for the sixth consecutive year was designated a Southwest Super Lawyer Rising Star, an honor awarded to only 2 percent of lawyers. He teaches Realtors the pitfalls of the real estate profession and how to navigatethem, and recently wrote the foreword to a book “Arizona HOAs And All That Jazz!” “It’s not easy to be recognized as an expert in any field, but I have been fortunate enough to achieve that in both the legal and real estate fields,” said MacQueen, an Ahwatukee resident since 2006. His firm recently represented Dunn & Gibson of New York to handle a $180-million deal. It also served as local counsel in the purchase of the High Street development adjacent to Desert Ridge Marketplace in a $129-million transaction. On the litigation side, the firm has handled a variety of cases, including complex easement disputes, commercial landlord-tenant disputes, flooding cases, quiet title disputes, and real estate fraud cases. “I still work the 12+ hours a day, but now I know I’m making a positive difference in our clients’ lives,” MacQueen said. MacQueen’s interest in law dates back to his days as a teenager, when he made

friends with a number of regulars at a golf course where he worked. “Many of them were lawyers and judges, and they impressed upon me the importance of law in our everyday lives,” he said. “I listened to them talk about cases they’d worked on and knew I wanted to be a part of that seemingly exclusive club that could impact lives for the better.” MacQueen graduated with honors from Michigan State University with a bachelor’s degree in business with an emphasis in finance. In law school, he was first in his class at the University of Detroit’s Mercy School of Law. Setting up his new business with Gottlieb presented a number of challenges, he said. He had to make sure they had the right team, create “a culture where people are rewarded appropriately for hard work and innovative ideas” and ensure that “our clients are informed and educated about their real estate situation.” He said he and Gottlieb also wanted to create “a different kind of firm that uses state of the art legal software and technology combined with award-winning legal minds to provide the best real estate representation available.” MacQueen believes he and Gottlieb are achieving that goal. When they founded the firm, he and Gottlieb were hoping to be able to sustain the two partners, an office manager and a paralegal. The firm already has expanded well beyond the initial team. M&G already has added a third attorney, a second paralegal and a law clerk. “We love working on smaller deals where it’s very personal work,” he said. “In a dispute with an HOA, or a dispute over a sales contract, you know the clients personally and intimately. But we also want to swim with the big fish in the big pond of real estate law. It’s tremendously exciting, challenging and rewarding when you prevail in a case that involves millions and millions of dollars.”

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State Rep. Jill Norgaard of Ahwatukee presents Rocky Rebert with the Legislative District Retailer of the Year Award. Rebert and his wife Theresa own Nothing Bundt Cakes and Norgaard niominated them for the award. "The Reberts are going on their 10th year serving delicious bundt cakes," Norgaard said. "You may see them at the Festival of the Lights, Taste of Ahwatukee, as well as many other community events. The Reberts are thankful for the support they receive from the community." Norgaard, vice chairman off the House Commerce Committee, said, “Small business is the economic engine of our state. We are always looking for ways to reduce regulations to promote their success.” Nothing But Bundt Cakes is at 4722 E Ray Road, Ahwatukee.

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Medicare patients should treat their card carefully BY GREG DILL AFN Guest Writer

f you have Medicare, you can protect your identity and help prevent health care fraud by guarding your Medicare card like you would a credit card. Identity theft arising from stolen Medicare numbers is becoming more common. Medicare is in the process of removing Social Security numbers from Medicare cards and replacing them with a new, unique number for each person with Medicare. Medicare will mail new Medicare cards with the new numbers between April 2018 and April 2019. The new card won’t change your Medicare coverage or benefits. And there’s no charge for your new card. But watch out for scammers. Thieves may try to get your current Medicare number and other personal information by contacting you about your new Medicare card. They may claim to be from Medicare and use various phony pitches to get your Medicare number, such as: Asking you to confirm your Medicare or

Social Security number so they can send you a new card. Telling you there’s a charge for your new card and they need to verify your personal information. Threatening to cancel your health benefits if you don’t share your Medicare number or other personal information. Don’t fall for any of this. Don’t share your Medicare number or other personal information with anyone who contacts you by phone, email, or by approaching you in person, unless you’ve given them permission in advance. Medicare, or someone representing Medicare, will only call and ask for personal information in a few situations. A Medicare health or drug plan can call you if you’re already a member of the plan. The agent who helped you join can also call you. A customer service representative from 1-800-MEDICARE can call if you’ve called and left a message or a representative said that someone would call you back Only give personal information like your Medicare number to doctors, insurers acting on your behalf, or trusted

people in the community who work with Medicare, like counselors from the State Health Insurance Assistance Program. If someone calls you and asks for your Medicare number or other personal information, hang up and call us at 1-800633-4227. There are other steps you can take to protect yourself from identity theft that can lead to health care fraud. Don’t ever let anyone borrow or pay to use your Medicare number. And review your Medicare Summary Notice to be sure you and Medicare are being charged only for items and services you actually received. We’re in the midst of Medicare open enrollment season right now. This is the time every year when you can sign up for, switch, or drop a Medicare health plan (Part C) or a Medicare prescription drug plan (Part D). Open enrollment ends Dec. 7. Scam artists often try to take advantage of open enrollment season. So if someone calls and tries to get you to sign up for a Medicare plan, keep in mind there are no “early bird discounts” or “limited time offers.”

Don’t let anyone rush you to enroll by claiming you need to “act now for the best deal.” And be skeptical of promises of free gifts, free medical services, discount packages or any offer that sounds too good to be true. It probably is. To learn more about protecting yourself from identity theft and health care fraud, visit Medicare.gov/fraud or contact your local Senior Medicare Patrol at smpresource.org. -Greg Dill is Medicare’s regional administrator for Arizona.

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The Halal Guys choose Ahwatukee for second Arizona eatery BY COLLEEN SPARKS AFN Staff Writer

s the owner of a new restaurant slated to open in Ahwatukee Saturday, Dec, 9, AJ Ahmad has come a long way from his college days washing dishes and working as a tutor to pay the bills while sharing an apartment with roommates. The immigrant and Chandler resident, who moved to the Valley in 1993 from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, is excited to be the CEO of the franchise team that owns The Halal Guys Ahwatukee at 4722 E. Ray Road. It’s the second brick-and-mortar The Halal Guys in Arizona for the international franchise, but Ahmad and his team plan to add three or four more stores a year until they have 15 in the state. Ahmad describes the menu as a blend of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean fare, including beef gyro sandwiches, chickenand-rice platters, falafels and hummus with pita. The Halal food is prepared to meet strict Islamic dietary requirements. “This is my home state,” said Ahmad, 42. “This is where I learned, this is where I grew up, where I learned English. What an opportunity to make it with something I love.” Ahmad earned a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Arizona State University in 1999 after moving to the Valley at the age of 17. His older brother lived in the Valley but moved to Texas after Ahmad’s first semester at ASU, leaving him alone in a new city. “I had to be a man right away,” Ahmad said. “That’s how you learn.” The budding entrepreneur made ends meet by tutoring students for $4.15 an hour in chemistry, physics and math. Ahmad said learning English was “very easy” but he struggled to understand why

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AJ Ahmad, center, and the rest of the Halal Guys have staked out Ahwatukee as the site of their second restaurant, following a successful debut in Tempe.

Americans use certain expressions, including “wearing cologne.” He added he also discovered in the United States that “everybody has their own opinion” and speaks their mind. Now Ahmad said he loves the “comfortable feeling” of Ahwatukee. “The Halal Guys encompasses all (of ) what I know in one location, my memories; my loyalty to the ASU brand, everything just here,” Ahmad said. He said people lined up to try the food at The Halal Guys Tempe during its grand opening in late January, and he and his staff served about 1,000 meals that day. Customers can order a platter or a sandwich with either one of two of the follow-

ing: chicken, a beef gyro or a falafel with rice, pita, lettuce and tomatoes for $6.95. The platters and sandwiches are served with a bold and tangy white sauce or a fiery hot, red sauce. Fries alone and a pita with either hummus or Tahini sauce are $3.45 each. Ahmad said the Tempe restaurant attracted 100,300 followers on Instagram before it opened. Three immigrants from Egypt started The Halal Guys franchise as a hot dog cart in 1990 in New York City. As their small business expanded, the three men heard Muslim cab drivers say they were trying to find halal food in the city, so they added their now-famous platter of chicken and

gyro over rice, as well as the white and hot red sauces. Founders Muhammed Abouelenein, Ahmed Elsaka and Abdelbaset Elsayed have more than 200 restaurants being developed around the world and franchise agreements in California and several other states. Ahmad, who used to own Edible Arrangements stores in Ahwatukee and Gilbert from 2006 to 2013, said he had originally asked The Halal Guys founders if he could open a franchise in California. He owns a trampoline park in California and travels there often, but California was sold out. “I said, ‘I love Arizona; I would love to take it to Arizona,’” Ahmad said.“ “I’m Muslim and I don’t want to have any alcohol or pork products in it (food),” he added. Ahmad, a married father of two children, said he shook hands with The Halal Guys founders in New York and they were “very down-to-earth people.” He fell in love with their food when he tried it shortly after the franchise founders opened their first restaurant in New York. Ahmad is happy to own the restaurant with his close friends, Tahsin Khairi, chief operating officer; Raed Nashef, chief financial officer; and Fadi Odeh, chief compliance officer. Steve Chucri, president and CEO of the Arizona Restaurant Association, is of Lebanese descent and said he thinks “there’s always demand” for Middle Eastern food in the Valley. “I think they’ll find success in this niche of the restaurant industry,” Chucri said. “I look forward to trying their food.” The Halal Guys Tempe has partnered with delivery service UberEATS so people in the area can get the restaurant’s food delivered to their door. Information: thehalalguys.com.

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Alliance Bank bets big on EV with $225 million of loans BY WAYNE SCHUTSKY Tribune Staff Writer

he East Valley is a prime spot for real estate investment in the Phoenix metro area, with one Valley lender providing over $255 million worth of loans for projects in the past 18 months. Alliance Bank financed a number of projects in the area, including office and industrial parks and further development in Mesa’s Eastmark master-planned community. “We are very confident in the market, and we think the fundamentals are strong now,” said Paul Engler, Alliance Bank senior vice president. Overall, Alliance Bank has financed 1.74 million square feet of commercial projects and over 434 acres of single-family residential projects in the area over the past year and a half. Much of that development is happening near residential areas and along freeway frontage. “The East Valley has a lot of wind at its back,” Engler said. He added, “That market is so diverse and continues to be so strong that all asset classes continue to be attractive to us in

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Alliance Bank has financed a number of projects in the East Valley, including the Mach One office project near Chandler Airport.

the East Valley right now.” Developers are comfortable investing in the East Valley due to the region’s population, employment and housing growth over the past decade. The East Valley population in 2015 was 1,287,300, and projections have that number growing to over 1.4 million by 2020, according to East Valley Partnership’s 2017 Economic Profile. The profile also stated that “projections estimate there will be nearly 1 million new residents and 400,000-plus new jobs in

the next 30 years.” In the East Valley, Alliance Bank has provided financing for both build-to-suit and speculative projects. Speculative, or spec, building refers to developing a project without a specific tenant or buyer secured. This type of project became virtually nonexistent in the Valley during the recession because of the inherent financial risks but is now gaining some traction in competitive markets. New development in the East Valley includes Broadway 101, a 200,000-square-

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Three principles for achieving more joy during the holidays BY REV. RYAN VISCONTI AFN Guest Writer

ongs tell us that we’re about to enter the “most wonderful time of the year.” While that can be true for many people, countless others enter this season with a general feeling of dread. I always feel pressure to find the perfect gift for my wife. Nothing ever seems to live up to the ideal presented in the constant stream of commercials! Am I a jerk if I don’t give her a bow-wrapped car or a two-carat diamond ring? I’m becoming less sure every year. Holiday pain comes in different sized packages. You might be managing the tension of full schedules and conflicting obligations. You could be dealing with pressure from a previous marriage, stepkids, or in-laws. Many others are mourning the loss of a loved one, or thinking of an estranged

family member and wishing the phone would ring. Allow me to share three principles that will help you find joy this holiday season. 1. Take your expectations down a notch…or three. Disappointment happens in the gap between our expectations and our reality. So much of the pressure we feel is self-induced. It’s not really your fault. A lifetime of cinematic magic has conditioned us to expect the perfect Christmas morning. We long for that reality - kids in matching pajamas, chestnuts roasting, hot-cocoa steaming, laughter and hugs abounding – it’s a fantasy! Let me give you permission to not rack up credit card debt buying more stuff that your family doesn’t need. Nobody expects you to cook the perfect meal and wrap picture-perfect presents. Things will go wrong. There may be tears involved. If you can accept this reality, you’ll be able to find joy even when

things don’t live up to Hallmark standards. 2. Give yourself permission to grieve. Marking our calendars at the same time each year inevitably brings up past memories. Some memories are cherished, but others are painful. It’s normal to think of loved ones who’ve passed away. It’s understandable to think about dreams that died or relationships that didn’t work out as hoped. Grieving is a normal healthy process, and it helps our wounds to heal. You can grieve without sinking into a dark place by staying mindful of the good things in your life, the people who do love you, and the hope of a brighter future. What are you grateful for? 3. Forgive freely and forgive often. People never seem to consider my needs and desires quite like I think they should. Holiday pressure makes it easy to become offended, angry, and generally disappointed with…well…everyone. It seems like proximity to family brings

past grudges to the surface like nothing else can. Ironically, the people we love the most are also in position to hurt us the most. It’s amazing how, every December, our minds drift to past betrayals, abuses, and disappointments. But holding onto a grudge is like drinking poison and hoping the other person dies. Give yourself the gift of forgiveness and let go of that burden. We don’t forgive because the offender deserves it; we forgive because our sanity demands it! God will help you begin the journey of forgiveness if you ask him. We’re starting a series of teaching on Dec. 10 at Generation Church called “Modern Family.” We’ll be discussing what the bible says about surviving the messier aspects of family. I invite you to join us and experience the joy of Christmas. -Rev. Ryan Visconti is pastor of Generation Church in both Mesa and Ahwatukee. Information: generationaz.org.

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TUESDAY, DEC. 5

SUPPORT FOR FAMILY ESTRANGEMENT

Desert Foothills United Methodist Church offers a free ongoing support group called “Living Loss” for adults estranged from family members. Open to community. No registration required. DETAILS>>7-8 p.m. first Tuesdays, church at 2156 E. Liberty Lane, 480-460-1025 or office@desertfoothills.org

SUNDAYS

FOUNDATIONS OF OUR FAITH BIBLE STUDY

This biblical scripture study embraces a spirit-filled, intellectually honest, and refreshingly understandable exploration of God’s Word. Lessons will combine Christian and Jewish theology along with bible history, archaeology and linguistics for a rich learning experience. Details>> 9:15 a.m. Mountain View Lutheran Church. 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee. 480-893-2579. mvlutheran.org/classes.

BIBLE EXPLORED

This biblical scripture study embraces a spirit-filled, intellectually honest, and understandable exploration of God’s Word. Lessons will combine Christian and Jewish theology along with Bible history, archaeology and linguistics for a rich learning experience. DETAILS>> 9:15 a.m. Mountain View Lutheran Church. 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee. 480-893-2579,

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HORIZON SEEKS YOUNG PEOPLE

High school and middle school students meet to worship and do life together. DETAILS>> 5 p.m. at Horizon Presbyterian Church, 1401 E. Liberty Lane. 480-460-1480 or email joel@horizonchurch.com. KIDS CAN LEARN

JEWISH LIFE

Children can learn and experience Jewish life. Chabad Hebrew School focuses on Jewish heritage, culture and holidays. DETAILS>> 9:30 a.m. to noon, for children ages 5-13 at Pollack Chabad Center for Jewish Life, 875 N. McClintock Drive, Chandler. 480-855-4333, info@chabadcenter.com, or chabadcenter.com.

SUNDAY CELEBRATION SERVICE

Inspirational messages and music to lift your spirit. A welcoming community committed to living from the heart. Many classes and events offered. We welcome you! DETAILS>> 10 a.m. Sundays at Unity of Tempe, 1222 E. Baseline Road, Suite 103, Tempe. Information: 480-7921800, unityoftempe.com.

FOUNDATIONS OF FAITH

The Foundations of Faith Bible study embraces a spirit-filled, intellectually honest, and refreshingly understandable exploration of God’s Word. Lessons will combine Christian and Jewish theology along with bible history, archaeology and linguistics for a rich learning experience. DETAILS>> 9:15 a.m. Mountain View Lutheran Church. 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee. 480-8932579. mvlutheran.org.

MONDAYS

CLASS TARGETS THE GRIEVING

Classes for those grieving over death or divorce. DETAILS>> 6:30 p.m., Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 739 W. Erie St., Chandler. 480-963-4127.

GOSBELLS

GosBells, Mountain View’s learning handbell choir, teaches you how to ring those bells in this group. Must be committed to rehearsals and performance/worship times. DETAILS>> 6:00 p.m. Mountain View Lutheran Church. 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee. 480-893-2579. mvlutheran.org.

BELLS OF PRAISE

Bells of Praise is always looking for subs to help in our ringing schedule. If you are an experienced ringer, contact Leslie via the staff page on our website. DETAILS>> 7:00 p.m. Mountain View Lutheran Church. 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee. 480-893-2579. mvlutheran.org.

TUESDAYS

SENIORS ENJOY TUESDAYS

The Terrific Tuesdays program is free and includes bagels and coffee and a different speaker or theme each week. Registration not needed. DETAILS>> 10-11 a.m., Barness Family East Valley Jewish Community Center, 908 N. Alma School Road, Chandler. evjcc.org or 480-897-0588.

WEDNESDAYS

JOYFUL NOIZ CHILDREN’S CHOIR

Upbeat children’s choir with music and a message that kids can get excited about. This choir usually sings monthly during our worship services and presents a Christmas Musical. DETAILS>> 5:30 p.m. Mountain View Lutheran Church. 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee. 480-893-2579. mvlutheran.org.

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CHIMING CHERUBS

This “ringing and singing” choir is perfect for the younger kids who love music and want to learn to ring the handbells and/or enjoy singing! Chiming Cherubs present occasionally during our worship services and special holidays throughout the school year. DETAILS>> 5:45 p.m. Mountain View Lutheran Church. 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee. 480-893-2579. mvlutheran.org.

THE GREATEST STORY: JESUS

Everybody loves a story. Join us as we read, hear, see, and discuss the Story of Jesus and how it connects with our lives. Each week highlights a captivating video from the amazing sand artist, Joe Castillo. Become part of the Story as it engages us, surprises us, and transforms us. DETAILS>> 6:30 p.m. Mountain View Lutheran Church. 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee.. 480-893-2579. mvlutheran.org/classes.

LECTIONARY BIBLE STUDY

Be a part of the Cantata Choir that presents at Christmas on December 9/10! DETAILS>> 6:30 p.m. Mountain View Lutheran Church. 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee. 480-893-2579. mvlutheran.org.

SANCTUARY CHOIR

If you enjoy singing and want to play a role in worship, the Sanctuary Choir is your next step! This choir sings regularly at our 9:15am worship services and is a part of our Cantata Choir that presents around Christmas and Easter. DETAILS>> 7:30 p.m. Mountain View Lutheran Church. 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwtaukee. 480-893-2579. mvlutheran.org.

AWANA CLUBS MEET

AWANA Children’s Clubs build lasting faith foundations for children, with games, Bible stories, learning God’s Word. DETAILS>> The clubs meet at Bridgeway Community Church, 2420 E. Liberty Lane, Ahwatukee, starting Sept. 6. 6-7:30 p.m. for kids 3 years old through sixth grade. Register at bridgewaycc.org or 480-706-4130.

Study and examine the Scripture readings for the upcoming Sunday at a deeper level. This weekly class dissects the passages for the upcoming weekend, giving you time to study and understand the historical background. DETAILS>> 6:30 p.m. Mountain View Lutheran Church. 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee. 480-893-2579. mvlutheran.org/classes.

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THURSDAYS

Do you enjoy singing, but can’t commit to the regular Sept. - May Sanctuary Choir schedule? Has it been a while since you’ve been part of a larger singing ensemble, and you’d like to try it out again for a few weeks?

Living Word Ahwatukee women’s Bible study and fellowship that offers “a short, low-key time of praise and worship in music and message.” It’s also an opportunity to meet other Christian women in Ahwatukee. DETAILS>> 10-11:30 a.m., Living Word Ahwatukee, 14647 W. 50th St., Suite 165, Ahwatukee. Free child care.

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Ugly Quilts has made more than 15,500 sleeping bags for the area homeless, and continues to do so at First United Methodist Church every Thursday. Quilters stitch

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Rehearsing their leaps for the Ahwatukee Nutcracker performance are, from left, Jordan Torgerson as the Sugar Plum Fairy, Ryan Sadowsky as the Prince, and Natalie Sterling as Clara.

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he 18th annual Ahwatukee Foothills Nutcracker Ballet – coming to the Desert VIsta High School Fine Arts Theatre Dec. 16-17 – requires months of planning, scores of volunteers, a professional choreographer and costume designer and more than 85 cast members and dancers ages 2 to 18. This year, the incredible amount of work is being captured in a documentary that is destined for submission to the 2019 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, and others nationwide. The documentary, titled “Road to the Nutcracker,“ is the project of film major Darryl Henry, a senior at the Art Institute of Phoenix. A graduate of South Mountain High School, it was while he was a junior at McClintock High School that he was bit by the acting and production bug. He has several short films already to his credit, but his quest for a worthy documentary subject brought him to Ahwatukee dance

instructor Kimberly Lewis, her Studio 111, and those involved in the Ahwatukee Foothills Nutcracker Ballet 2017. “Wanting to do a documentary on a dance studio, I did some research and found Studio 111. As she explained it to me, I thought this is what I’ve been looking for,” said Henry, 22. “As I listened I thought, ‘How do these girls balance life with so much required of them?’ Kimberly explained how everyone is a family at Studio 111, and most of the girls have been dancing here for most of their lives – practically growing up in the studio,” he continued, adding: “I wanted to explore that connection, as well as the life lessons associated with being a part of this dance family. Which is why the documentary is a little play on words aimed to resemble the road to success, with all its ups and downs. This Nutcracker prepares them for life after high school, and life after dance.” Thus, his Skyline Entertainment crew became yet another part of the Studio 111 and Nutcracker Ballet family.

As anyone associated with the annual ballet production could have told him, it takes a lot of time and effort. “It’s been challenging. It’s a lot of work. Even though Kimberly explained everything, you really don’t know what you got yourself into until you get into it,” he said. “But even though it started out hard, now it’s becoming a real joy.” The documentary reveals a lot of laughter and tears, he said. “I’ve captured so much emotion,” he admitted. Henry said after he finishes filming at the 2 p.m. matinee Dec. 17, he will head to the editing department where he will oversee the final cut. He expects that to be a long haul. It is no less a haul for his subjects. The Ahwatukee Foothills Nutcracker Ballet troupe has a plethora of appearances in addition to their 7 a.m.-to-4 p.m. weekend rehearsals heading up to the three performances. On Nov. 25, the dancers provided a preview

at the Festival of Lights Kick-Off’s Candy Lane Pavilion. From there, they headed downtown to the eighth annual CitySkate grand opening. The next day, they entertained at the Arizona Grand’s Holiday Open House. The annual Ahwatukee Foothills Nutcracker Ballet has become an Ahwatukee tradition with its mainly-student cast, exceptional costumes and stage design, and the special effects like the snow falling onstage. The one evening and two matinee performances feature the classic dances of the Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Ballet first presented in St. Petersburg, Russia December, 1892. But each year, Lewis, her choreographer and dress designer work to up the ante. Besides the elaborate Victorian dresses worn in the party scene, new tutus are required, and are professionally hand-sewn, several taking up to 12 weeks to complete. Once they arrive, Lewis personally applies rhinestones, sometimes up to 2,000 per tutu. Head choreographer and artistic director See

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for all 18 productions has been Jill Hammond. She’s assisted by Meghan Arena, who also plays Clara’s mother with her daughter, Leni, 5, appearing in her fourth Nutcracker. Jon Nevison, who also builds props, plays Clara’s father and his wife DeAnn designed head pieces. Their daugher, Ashley, plays the Nanny. An annual post-performance tradition makes the Saturday and Sunday 2 p.m. matinees traditional sell-outs. “Following the matinees, Clara takes the stage and leads the audience in singing ‘Jingle Bells’ as Santa arrives on the stage in his sleigh,” said Lewis. “Snow falls inside the theater, the live Christmas tree grows to the ceiling and angels dance on clouds. “All the cast members come out in costume to sign autographs and pose with theatre goers for photos. This is a great opportunity for the audience members to meet all the Queens, the Nutcracker and the Mouse King. We also invite them to sit on Clara’s throne with Clara in the land of Sweets for more photographs. It’s a magical family postproduction tradition.” “It’s such a joy to bring this magical production to our community each year. I have dancers who grew up in my studio doing our Nutcracker, and now their children are

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Clockwise from top: Lauren Wiscombe admires a doll; Kaiya McDonald practices a scene; Annabelle Kobus, left, dances with Kaiya McDonald; Natalie Sterling is flanked by Jayden Droz, left, and Kendell Birnbaum; Natalie Sterling dances with Ryan Sadowsky.

performing this year – the next generation,” exclaimed Lewis. “I so appreciate our community attending the Ahwatukee Foothills Nutcracker Ballet. Because of their support, we’ve been able to bring the magic of the Nutcracker to our community for the past 18 years.” Information: AFNutcracker.com or 480706-6040.

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Gilbert photographer to show his photos of biker gang BY SRIANTHI PERERA AFN Staff Writer

s an Arizona State University student in the 1970s pursuing a master’s degree in fine arts, Gilbert photographer Neil Miller turned a chance encounter with Arizona’s first outlawed motorcycle gang into an unusual relationship. This month, he will display the product of that relationship with “The Dirty Dozen” when he opens a show of the photos he took of the gang’s everyday life. A 1975 article in Phoenix New Times described the Dirty Dozen as a group that ruled state highways for 30 years until some members eventually switched over to the Hells Angels. “Unkempt and wild, with a fearsome reputation backed by criminality, the Dirty Dozen was Arizona’s preeminent motorcycle club and would not allow other clubs to operate in the Grand Canyon State without its permission,” the article said. Miller’s work will be on display in “The Dirty Dozen” from Dec. 16 to Feb. 10 at Gallery 4 located in HD South, home of

the Gilbert Historical Museum. Gallery 4 is curated by Alan Fitzgerald, owner of Art Intersection in the Heritage District. Miller’s experiences with The Dirty Dozen ranged from charging down switchback-filled roads to the subtle relationships between members and the women who travel with them. “Live hard and die young is what it was about. The reality of this lifestyle turned out to be true,” he wrote. Miller was 30 when he met the gang. “It was a party and I had been photographing parties for several years. At the time, I was just working to add to an ongoing photography project. But after one night out in the forest north of the Grand Canyon, I knew this would be a long-term encounter,” he wrote in his artist statement. Any trepidation? “There was some on the first run I went on, but it became apparent once the members got to know me, everything went very well,” said Miller. “It was a closed group but, once accepted, easy to get along with. I had been riding motorcycles for over 10 years when this opportunity came up, so it fit my

interest. “I found that once you get past the social independence and the take-it-orleave-it attitude, you find the club to be a family just out to enjoy life on their own terms,” said Miller, adding: “Most members were hard-working, taxpaying people who spent their off time socializing and riding tricked-out, two-wheeled vehicles. Along the way, this lifestyle led to bumping into rules, regulations and the many dangers of living large.” Miller’s photographs, some in black and white and some in color, depict the rugged club members on their machines etched against the equally rough scrub land and mountainous backdrop that is Arizona’s outdoors. Close-ups reveal the long-haired, tattooed and leather-clad men in search of a different adventure than what regular life in the city brings. Miller used various methods to record the group: He set up his equipment from a high vantage point and took some photos from the back of a pickup truck and others from a rented airplane. “But I found riding on the back of a

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Baked ziti casserole is enrobed in pesto sauce, cheeses BY JAN D’ATRI AFN Contributor

t’s heaven. It’s comfort food. It’s Sunday supper. It’s love in a casserole. I just can’t say enough about this recipe. Given to me a few years ago by Scottsdale

resident Fern Klaussen, it has become one of my very favorite casseroles. If you love baked ziti, wait until you’ve had it enrobed in pesto sauce and loaded up with ricotta and mozzarella cheese. It’s the perfect make-ahead dish for holiday company or supper with the family.

Ingredients:

1 pound ziti or penne pasta 1 pound spicy Italian sausage (ground beef can be substituted) 2 (28-ounce) jars pasta sauce 1/2 cup pesto 1 (15 oz.) container whole milk ricotta cheese, about one cup 1 (8 oz.) package shredded mozzarella cheese (or fresh mozzarella balls, shredded) about 2 cups 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Prepare an approximately 13x11 inch casserole pan with cooking spray. Cook pasta al dente (cooked but still firm). Drain (do not rinse) and place in a large mixing bowl. Add the pesto sauce to the cooked pasta and mix well. Set aside. In a large sauté pan over medium heat, cook sausage until browned. (If in links, remove casings and cook.) Add pasta sauce and mix well. In a bowl, mix together ricotta cheese and half of the shredded mozzarella.

To assemble:

Ladle one third of the pasta sauce on bottom of prepared pan. Add a layer of pesto pasta. Spoon ricotta and cheese mixture over pasta. Repeat layers, ending with sauce. Top with remainder of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes or until bubbly. Remove foil for last 5 minutes of cooking. Watch my how-to video: jandatri.com/recipes/one-minute-kitchen.

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Thunder cross-country team makes a national statement BY GREG MACAFEE AFN Sports Editor

our years ago, a group of freshmen joined the Desert Vista High School cross-country team and since then have turned the program into one of the best of its kind in Arizona. Last weekend, they proved just that by placing eighth at the Nike Cross National Championship in Portland, Oregon, as the first-ever boys team from Arizona to compete in the event. The core group of seniors Reece Donihi, Habtamu Cheney, Bryce Schmisseur, Aksel Laudon and Nick Thatcher formed the key cogs in the Desert Vista cross-country

machine that captured four straight state championships. Although they accomplished a lot inside the state of Arizona, since that first year the runners had always dreamed of doing something bigger. That was when they first set a goal to compete at NXN. “Freshman year, coach (Hanson) told us that this was the team that was going to make Desert Vista history and we’ve been See

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The champion Desert Vista High cross-country team includes, from left: Bryce Schmisseur, Nick Thatcher, Aksel Laudon, Sammy Van Alstine, Lee Nasewytewa, Reece Donihi and Habtamu Cheney.

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working towards that goal ever since,” Habtamu said. They put in the countless hours of hard work and effort to accomplish what they did. Head Coach Chris Hanson, who has been with the program since its inception in 1996, said the group didn’t stick out just because of their talent. “I knew I had a special group of boys,” Hanson said. “Not just because they were fast – and that certainly doesn’t hurt – but they were willing to put in the extra work and extra time. And they wanted to one day experience NXN and that was their goal.” The dream of competing in Portland almost alluded them. In order to qualify for the national championship, the Thunder had to place in the top two teams at the Southwest Regional race in Casa Grande. But the team turned in a performance that wasn’t up to the standards that it had consistently met all season long and finished fourth. With the fate of their career-long dream out of their hands, the boys could only get back to work and wait. Of the 22 teams that qualify for the national championship, four teams earn at-

large bids. The Thunder team’s hopes were still alive, but were slimmer than before. The runners never gave up and Hanson said his squad turned in the best week of practice that they had all year. Then the call came with their invitation to compete in Portland. “I was just going out of my mind because we knew we deserved it,” Nick Thatcher said. “From an outside point of view, from someone who’s not on the team, you could look at that (performance at regionals) and be like okay they don’t deserve to go. But, as a team, we knew we deserved to go.” Competing in the Southwest Region, one of the toughest regions in the country, may have helped their case on getting a bid to the race. But the runners still needed to prove to themselves that they belonged. With 199 runners and 22 teams, Desert Vista placed all seven runners between 57th and 134th and turned in a team score of 227 points – six points from the seventh-place team and 138 points from the first-place team. While the first-place overall finisher, Aidan Troutner from Timpview High School in Provo, Utah, clocked a 15:03 finish, senior Reece Donihi was the first Desert Vista runner across the line with a

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16:00 time. Sophomore Sammy Van Alstine was next with a 16:07, followed by Cheney in fifth with a 16:12 and Bryce Schmisseur with a 16:23. Aksel Laudon, Nick Thatcher and Lee Nasewytewa all finished within three seconds of each to round out the pack at 16:37, 16:39 and 16:40. Given they were the final team to earn a bid, some observers figured the Thunder would finish near the bottom of the pack. The team’s eighth-place finish not only proved doubters wrong, but also proved to the runners themselves that they belonged. Most importantly, they accomplished a goal that they set long ago. “To accomplish it and to live it this past weekend was pretty surreal.” Aksel Laudon said. “I think we will definitely look back on it for the remainder of our lives because we are really proud of our accomplishments and we’ve definitely come a long way.” Through the years, they bonded as teammates, and as best friends, forming a special bond that Hanson said is unique to cross country. While the goal was accomplished by this special group of runners, it didn’t come easy. They had to put in a lot of work and improve each and every day they could. “Talent is never enough, it’s so much more than that, and the hard work and

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Thunder. The EV Thunder scored in first quarter off a 12-yard touchdown run quarterback Damien Logan. The second touchdown came in the final 90 seconds of the first half, when quarterback Diego Pettypool threw a 23-yard pass to wide receiver Jaxon Hacker. Both extra points on those touchdowns were made by Jaxon Hacker, with holder Damien Logan and center/ long snapper Charles Hawk III assisting. The EV Thunder scored in the beginning of the fourth quarter with an 18yard run by Tristan Halsana. The youngsters are led by a coach who went to McClintock High School in 1980-81 with Dan Hinds, the head coach of Desert Vista High’s varsity football program. “We play club football now, since most elementary schools and junior highs have discontinued the tackle-football programs,” Hawk said. “So, these players will play club ball until they are freshmen in high school.” Hawk has been coaching his son, for six years. He started in Pop Warner at

age 4, and has played tackle football for seven seasons. The team also plays spring football. “This spring season, we are going to play 11U together with the National Youth Sports, and make a run at the national tournament in San Diego in June,” said Hawk. “Next fall, we will move up to the 12U Division, and continue to move forward to the 13U and 14U teams. After that age, they go into high school teams.” The EV Thunder’s coaching staff includes two Desert Vista High football coaches, including varsity assistant coach Larry Davis and freshman team coach Dave Bills. Other EV Thunder coaches are head coach Chad Logan, Dave Bills, Ben Carter, John Pettypool , Aaron Kwan and Jordan Jarrett. Recruiting players is no easy task. “Some will tell you that I have approached them in a library at their school, at parent-teacher conferences or at grocery store,” Hawk laughed. “Heck, I’ve even driven by some kids playing in a yard and stopped to talk to them about football. A lot has been word of mouth, but we will be posting for open tryouts for this coming spring season. Making a run at Nationals is a

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Aegis Hospice Grief/Loss Support Group We meet 6 pm on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. Legacy Funeral Home: 1722 N. Banning St. Mesa, Refreshments provided. Contact: Rick Wesley 480-219-4790 rick@ aegishospice.com Smart Recovery Meeting Wedʼs 7:00 8:30 p.m. 6400 W. Del Rio Chandler Montessori School next to Unitarian Church room 5. All issues drugs, alcohol, gambling, online addictions, & medications. 480-532-2460 Ahwatukee Foothills Friends and Neighbors (AFFAN) is a women's organization, dedicated to cultivating friendships, and goodwill. AFFAN promotes social, charitable and educational events all year long. AFFAN holds monthly luncheon meetings with varied speakers. We offer over 40 monthly activities including Book Clubs, Canasta, Bunco, Euchre, and Bridge. Other monthly activities are Dining Out, Stitch and Chat, Explore Arizona, and Garden Club. Significant others/ spouses can attend some events. For more info contact affanwomensgroup @gmail.com. Check our website at affanwomensclub.com

DECEMBER 6, 2017 | AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS NEWS

The 2018 Porsche Macan. Lease for $499 Per Month. Porsche Chandler, a luxury experience encompassing Sales, Service, Parts & Accessories in the heart of the East Valley. Offering complimentary Porsche service loaners and door-to-door Sales & Service vehicle delivery. Showcasing the finest selectionof New, Certified and Pre-Owned Porsche models. Conveniently located North of the Santan 202 Freeway on Gilbert Road.

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1010 S. Gilbert Rd. Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 994-9000 PorscheChandler.com 2018 Porsche Macan, Stock 118M032, .00200 money factor, residual 63%. 36 month lease, 7,500 miles/year and $6,999 due at signing. Includes 2 Year / 20,000 mile Porsche Service Maintenance Plan. Lease offers plus Arizona tax, title, license, $995 acquisition fee, and $399 doc fee. On approved credit thru Porsche Financial Services. Offers end 1-2-18.

AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS NEWS | DECEMBER 6, 2017

AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING

Your Hometown Air Conditioning Specialist

480-893-8335 www.BrewersAC.com

Buy a qualifying system and choose:

0% APR Financing for 72 Months* OR Trade-In Allowance of $1,000** Additional financing and trade-in allowance offers available.

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FALL $ TUNE-UP REG. $99

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*Up to to $4,650 Brewerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dealer Rebate, up to $800 Utility Rebate. The Wells Fargo Home Projects credit card is issued by Wells Fargo Financial National Bank, an Equal Housing Lender. Special terms apply to qualifying purchases charged with approved credit. The special terms APR will continue to apply until all qualifying purchases are paid in full. The monthly payment for this purchase will be the amount that will pay for the purchase in full in equal payments during the promotional (special terms) period. The APR for Purchases will apply to certain fees such as a late payment fee or if you use the card for other transactions. For new accounts, the APR for Purchases is 28.99%. If you are charged interest in any billing cycle, the minimum interest charge will be $1.00. This information is accurate as of 7/1/2017 and is subject to change. For current information, call us at 1-800-431-5921. Offer expires 12/15/2017. **See your independent Trane Dealer for complete program eligibility, dates, details and restrictions. Special financing offers OR trade-in allowances from $100 up to $1,000 valid on qualifying equipment only. Offers vary by equipment. All sales must be to homeowners in the United States. Void where prohibited.

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