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Eager, nervous, anxious—the start of the school year is a whirlwind of excitement. When the bell rings to officially start the 2013-14 school year on Mon., July 22, students at four Chandler schools will be greeted by new faces to the CUSD family. Heading up Chandler High School (CHS) is Principal Larry Rother who comes to CUSD from Higley Unified School District. Rother was with Higley for eight years, three as an assistant principal and the last five as principal of Higley High School. He mentions there were about 1,600 students at Higley, “half the size of Chandler.” Even though he is transitioning from a smaller school, Rother says a lot of it is the same. “The difference going into Chandler, getting to meet with teachers and students, there’s a lot more to offer at a bigger high school and there’s a lot more programs that are designed to meet students’ needs, but also meet students’ interests,” he explains. “What I’ve seen so far in Chandler, there’s something for everyone.” He mentions, for example, sports, fine arts, career and tech education and clubs and activities for students to be involved. “There’s really something for everyone and that’s what I’m excited about.” Rother’s appointment as principal was announced in the spring, replacing

With all the changes in the health care industry in the past several years, it can be a confusing or daunting task to find the right doctors. Banner Health Center Chandler will begin seeing patients at its new medical facility on Aug. 7 on Alma School Road, south of the Santan Loop 202 Freeway. In one convenient medical center location, the entire family can

The Chandler City Council met July 11 to decide the fate of backyard chickens in Chandler, listening to arguments for and against the fowl, before voting 4-3 denying the ordinance change. Voting against the ordinance were Mayor Jay Tibshraeny, Vice Mayor Jack Sellers and councilmembers Rick Heumann and Jeff Weninger. The yearlong process started last summer when a group of residents approached the council at one of the meetings asking them to change the laws, allowing them to have chickens in their backyards. Mayor and council directed staff to look into the backyard chickens to see what other cities were doing

principal Terry Williams. Rother lives in Chandler with his wife, Jessica, and two children, Eli, 6, who will attend CTA Goodman Elementary, and Ava, 3, who will be at CHS as part of the Little Express program. He says when the opportunity came along to lead a large high school it was a no-brainer to come to CHS. “I think that anyone can tell you that the reputation of the Chandler School SEE PRINCIPALS PAGE 6

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around the state and nation. “It’s not something that just small towns are doing. All the major metropolitan areas are doing this,” explains David de la Torre, principal planner for the City of Chandler. He cites other cities in the Valley that allow chickens with varying restrictions; Gilbert, Tempe, Mesa, Phoenix and Scottsdale. The introduction of Ordinance No. 4449 would have amended Chapter 35 of the City Code to permit residents to raise chickens on single family lots. In terms of the Chandler population, “Effectively speaking, it would only have affected about 18% of the single-family lots,” says de la Torre.

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CITY PLANNER: David de la Torre, Chandler’s principal planner, researched and presented information about the backyard chicken trend to the Chandler City Council. STSN Photo by Tracy House

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No increase in City of Chandler tax levy Heumann named water board president OnTrac coming to Continuum on the Price Corridor The new president of the Arizona Municipal Water Users Association (AMWUA) for 2013-14 is Chandler Councilmember Rick Heumann. He began his tenure on the Chandler City Council in January 2009 and previously served as AMWUA’s vice president. “Water management is a responsibility that we take very seriously in RICK HEUMANN Chandler, along with every city in Arizona,” Heumann says. “I feel privileged to represent Chandler as we work with municipalities across the state on this important issue.” AMWUA is a nonproﬁt organization through which member cities and towns advance the rational and effective use of water resources within the state, and position cities and towns in the forefront of water resources policy development and planning. Heumann is also a board member with the Desert Cancer Foundation and has served as an ex ofﬁcio board member of the Downtown Chandler Community Partnership.

The 2013-14 property tax levy is adopted by the Chandler City Council, with a total tax rate of $1.2714 per $100 of assessed valuation. Mayor Jay Tibshraeny notes that this levy includes no increase in the City of Chandler portion of the tax rate. The mayor also announced that OnTrac, a western U.S. package delivery service, is moving its corporate headquarters to the Continuum on the Price Corridor in Chandler. He says that the company is making a $5 million investment in Chandler and will move close to 200 jobs to the facility, with plans to grow to about 850 employees during the next decade. In addition, the mayor congratulated Chandler Police Chief Sherry Kiyler on her retirement and thanked her for devoting more than four decades to public safety in Chandler and Phoenix. Also, Senior Code Inspector Larry Hammock was honored for his 40 years with the City of Chandler and Senior Maintenance Supervisor Don Dong was recognized for his 20 years of service.

Council seeking 37 acres The council also is authorizing the city’s real estate coordinator to negotiate for the acquisition of approximately 37 acres of vacant land located adjacent to the southwest corner of Price and Queen Creek roads. The cost is expected to be its appraised value, plus closing and escrow fees. Eminent domain proceedings are also authorized if necessary. In addition, the council has approved a matching grant request for $5,000 for the D’Arcy Ranch Homeowner’s Association, located south of Ray Road, west of Federal Street and east of Country Club Way. The community will use the grant funds to replace and install gravel along streets that are visible to the public, in an effort to enhance the appearance of their community. For a complete list of actions taken, visit chandleraz. gov/agendas. For previous council meeting minutes, call 480-782-2180 or visit chandleraz.gov. Council meetings are aired live, as well as replayed, on Chandler Channel 11 and streamed chandleraz.gov/video.

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associations). The area that would have been most affected by the ordinance change was north of the Santan Loop 202 Freeway and east of the Price Road Loop 101 Freeway de la Torre mentions. Single family homes located within a HOA would have had to go through the HOA board to request permission to have backyard chickens had the ordinance passed. “What we were proposing would not supersede HOA rules,” de la Torre clarifies. “They would still have the ability to prohibit chickens.” Proponents’ arguments for backyard chickens included property rights, health benefits of backyard chickens’ eggs, minimal number of noise complaints and sustainable efforts. Those opposed cited their property rights as well and included code enforcement efforts, odor, noise and health concerns related to disease and sanitary issues. “Generally speaking, the main complaint was that people who moved to Chandler do not want to live next to a farm or agricultural area,” de la Torre says. Council initially denied the proposal on May 23 then decided to reconsider the change if a permit requirement were added. In order to have chickens in Chandler, residents need to be in a zoned agricultural or SF33 area—33 indicates lot sizes that are 33,000 square feet in size. This was “democracy in action,” de la Torre says of the council’s decision. Single-family homeowners who want chickens and do not live in an HOA still have an option. “Residents who do not live in SF33 or AG1, agriculture, and want to have chickens still have the option to apply for a use permit, so the City Council will allow them specifically to have chickens only on their lot.” explains de la Torre. “It is a public hearing process that would require a neighborhood meeting and then it would go to the planning and zoning commission and then finally it would go to the City Council for approval.” There is no established limit to the number of chickens allowed under the use permit, although recommendations can be made to the City Council by the planning and zoning commission and restrictions can be specified based on individual basis. Tracy House is a freelance writer living in Ironwood Vistas with her husband and four children. She can be reached at Tracy@SanTanSun.com.

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District is second to none and the opportunity to work in a school district like Chandler was just an opportunity I couldn’t pass up.” Also coming to CUSD from Higley Uniﬁed School District is Jessica Edgar, principal of Basha Elementary School. Edgar says she has come full circle. She attended Weinberg Elementary School in Chandler where Camille Casteel, Ph.D, superintendent of CUSD, was her principal and Janis Weyenberg, principal of Riggs Elementary School, was her kindergarten teacher. An Arizona native, Edgar says, “I wanted to come back to Chandler to complete that circle.” “The interconnectivity is interesting,” she mentions. Throughout the process of coming to CUSD, Edgar has seen several people with whom she went to school and has reconnected with others. “There is something about the East Valley, and speciﬁcally Chandler where you want to stay here and raise your own family because it was a great place to grow up.” Edgar has four children—two attend Carlson Elementary—Marissa, 9, and Joseph, 6. Her two other children are Jantzen, 3, and Jaxon, 18 months. She shares that having her own kids helps understand what the parents are going through and the developmental ages of the kids. “It’s been a great process to raise my own kids and work in education—be able to take my own things back to my staff and have a good conversation.” Basha Elementary has approximately 800 students, with 83 staff members.

BASHA BOBCAT: Jessica Edgar, comes full circle. Submitted photo

“I am so glad to be back in Chandler, to be working with this staff. They’re amazing,” Edgar says. “They are so excited to teach kids. They’re very enthusiastic and knowledgeable.” She looks forward to working with them, but really getting to know the students as a hands-on principal. “I deﬁnitely want to greet them with a smile and make sure they understand Basha is their second home. I can’t wait to have these Bobcats as my new family.” Back at home as principal is Joe Priest who began his educational career in 2002 at Galveston Elementary, ﬁrst as a classroom teacher then as an instructional coach before moving on to Bogle Junior High School as dean of students and assistant principal for four years. Priest lives in Chandler with his wife Melissa, a teacher at Conley Elementary, and two sons, Dylan, 4, and Kyle, 1. “I’m able to come back home and get

www.SanTanSun.com a school until there’s the hustle and bustle of lots of little people around. I’m excited to see them back on campus, to welcome a new group of kindergartens to our school, to welcome a new group of sixth graders as the leaders at our school and really just see my students here and get to know them individually and as a group.” Korry Brenner, Ph.D., spent some time during the summer getting to know Shumway Elementary as the new principal, transitioning to CUSD from Gilbert where she was an elementary teacher, dean of students and principal. Brenner is celebrating 20 years in education with the beginning of the 2013-14 school year. “It’s exciting to be in a district that has such a great reputation and to be a part of that team and how supportive this district as a whole has been in terms of bringing somebody new in who doesn’t know who to call when there is a problem, that type of thing,” she says, “They’ve been wonderful.” Shumway has 550 to 600 students, preschool through sixth grades. Since transitioning to Shumway, Brenner has seen a staff that really works with each other and are dedicated and committed to what they do on behalf of kids. “Shumway is a community that should be very proud of their school,” she says. “I’m anxious to meet the kids and the families.” Although Brenner lives in Gilbert with her husband and two children, Elaina, 13, and Alex, 11, she mentions she plans on getting to know the community and

back to my roots and lead the group of people that I’ve learned so much from already,” Priest says. “It’s really an exciting opportunity.” Priest says he’s reconnected with parents of former students and students who were in kindergarten when he taught at Galveston. He mentions there is still 70% of the staff as when he taught there. “I feel very fortunate to be able to come back and serve this community. There’s always been a special place in my heart for the members of this community, not just the kids but the families and the staff members at the school.” Galveston has 50 certiﬁed teachers with around 800 preschool through sixth grade students. “We can do a lot of work in the summer time, in June and July, but our real work starts when the kids arrive,” he explains. “It doesn’t really feel like

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building relationships to run a successful school—relationships with the staff, the students and the families. She explains her focus is “Getting to know the community and what they are most proud of about their school. What are the things that we can continue to build on to maintain our success and what are the visions for the future. Where do we want to go as a community?” As the new school year approaches, Brenner says, “I’m looking forward to that ﬁrst day and that energy and that enthusiasm, just that optimism for a new year and meeting the students.” Tracy House is a freelancer living in Ironwood Vistas with her husband and four children. She can be reached at Tracy@SanTanSun.com.

pediatricians. It’s built for primary care,” says Lowrance. The facility will have extended hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays. This schedule assists in keeping people out of urgent care facilities and hospitals, which can often cost more than seeing a primary care physician. Lowrance says that the schedule works really well at the Banner Health Center Queen Creek. The 18-acre facility was specifically built for expansion. Initially, it will house six physicians utilizing 16 exam rooms and two procedure rooms, and as demand grows, the facility will double in size to 32 exam rooms and three procedure rooms. “We have lab and onsite X-ray; it’s already in. In the future, we want to add ultrasound,” notes Lawrence. She also anticipates that MRI services will eventually be added. “We will have rotating specialists,” Lowrance says of the expansion which may happen as early as next year. “We will have telemedicine and pharmacy.” Rotating specialists may be added within just a few months of the grand opening. “We have a lot of great specialists and it’s easier on the patient to get all their care at one site.” The geographic location of the new center is excellent, she says. Banner Desert, Cardon Children’s and Banner Gateway medical centers are all within relatively close proximity in the

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event a patient needs more in-depth medical care. Banner accepts nearly every health insurance plan, giving an added measure of convenience and flexibility to patients. They will also be happy to see cash-pay or self-pay patients. “The nice thing about these centers, too, is we have the concierge services. They take all the appointments so the medical assistants…can pay attention to the patients and can give them total care because the phones are ringing off-site,” Lowrance explains. The staff also likes being able to focus on the patients without interruption. As an added convenience, phones are answered before and after center hours, and during lunch. “Of course, we have electronic medical records. So if (a patient) went to one center or a practice within Banner, the doctor could look up a patient’s record at that time,” Lowrance states. The excellent care available at Banner Health Center Chandler is reason enough to go there, but the convenience is a big plus, too, she says. “The important thing is you have your care for the entire family. You have the pediatrics, you have geriatrics, even the family medicine doctors; there are some that have a specialty that they enjoy…it’s a very nice blend,” Lowrance says. She also notes that the Saturday hours have been incredibly helpful for patients utilizing the Queen Creek center

and she expects patients at the new Chandler facility to take advantage of that convenience, as well. Look for Banner Health Center Chandler to do many community events in the future. A grand opening celebration is set for 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sat., Aug. 3. “The whole family can come out. We have fire trucks and the entire community participates. It’s a really wonderful event,” Lowrance explains. There will also be food, entertainment and giveaways. Additionally, tours of the new facility will take place during the grand opening. Doctors at the new facility include Kothandapany Shalini, M.D., internal medicine; Vivek Kesara, M.D., family medicine; Aimee Lee, M.D., family medicine; Frank Truong, M.D., family medicine; Amy Guzek, M.D., pediatrician; and Zafar Abdul Quadir, M.D., pediatrician. Kesara previously helped with the opening of the Queen Creek center and now will be moving to the Chandler center. The doctors are accepting new patients. “I’ve had the opportunity to hire these doctors, along with others and they are great doctors,” Lowrance states. Banner Health Center Chandler is located at 1435 S. Alma School Rd. Call 480-668-1600 to schedule an appointment or for additional information visit bannerhealth.com. Lynette Carrington is a freelancer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at news@santansun.com.

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Ofﬁcer Travis Miller, Chandler Police Department Officer Travis Miller has been on the job for 23 years, most of them on a motorcycle. During that time, he’s seen his share of the damage that happens when drivers make mistakes. “I think motorists don’t realize the damage a vehicle can cause. If you are going 17 or 18 miles per hour in a school zone, that’s too fast, and if you hit a little kid you don’t realize the damage you can do.” Fortunately, school zones in Chandler haven’t had any major incidents, and Miller likes to think he and his fellow officers on traffic patrol have a hand in that. “I like to think that it’s because we are in the area. I like to think we’ve been able to minimize the danger because we are proactive.” He says that despite popular belief, motorcycle officers don’t have a ticket quota they are trying to meet, they aren’t paid based on the number of tickets they write and he’s not trying to ruin anyone’s day. What he is trying to do, is modify driving behavior. “According to my latest physical, I do have a heart,” he jokes. “If I think a warning is going to modify someone’s behavior so they drive safely, I can give a warning.” But there’s not always room for leeway, especially in a school zone. “I have the desire to make it more safe—not because it’s a job or an assignment—but because most of us

ON THE JOB: Ofﬁcer Travis Miller. Submitted photo

have seen the devastation of a human body versus a vehicle. So if there’s something we can do to lessen the risk, we certainly will.” Miller says he enjoys working with

the schools, which the Chandler Traffic Division does on a regular basis, heavily as school begins and periodically throughout the year. “I like giving high-fives to the kids going

by, and pointing out that we always wear our helmets, so they should, too,” he says. He says a lot of the requests for extra patrols come from the schools themselves, and many from parents who are obeying the laws. He says sometimes parents are just running late, but unfortunately some think the rules don’t apply to them. The top issues he sees are parking in a no parking zone, parking on the wrong side of the street and letting children cross the street, U-turns where it’s not safe and simply, drivers not paying attention. “Little kids can’t look at the big picture, and when it involves children, we all take it seriously,” Miller says. For instance, when drivers don’t stop for buses, many times the bus driver will take down a make and model and let police know. “They are attentive to what they do, and many of them take it personally when motorists don’t respect their stop sign. When they call us, Chandler Police will put seven or eight officers in the area.” And he enjoys knowing he’s doing his part for the community. “In my small way, in my little piece of the world, I am making a difference in driving behavior, and if I can get people to slow down I will absolutely stay on a motorcycle. In my own way I think I am making it a little safer place.”

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Excessive speed in a school zone is a no-no Summer vacation seems to come to an end quickly in Chandler, as the Chandler Unified School District begins the school year on Mon., July 22 and the Kyrene School District two weeks later on Aug. 5. It’s a time when motorists need to be even more aware of their surroundings as children, buses and bicycles take to the streets. Parents also need to teach their children to do their part in preventing accidents as well. The Chandler Police Department works closely with the schools to send letters, offer extra traffic patrols and make sure motorists are obeying traffic laws to ensure our most vulnerable residents get to school safely. School zone safety is one of the Police Department’s highest priorities, and in fact, traffic officers have a no tolerance policy toward speeding in a school zone. Drivers are required to drive 15 miles per hour—17 or 18 mph is too fast. Lt. Lucas Hunt of the Chandler Police Department says drivers also need to give themselves adequate time to slow down. “They should be traveling 15 miles per hour when they enter the school zone,” Hunt says. “They should not be using the school zone as a slowing area.” Not only are cars also required

to stop when a pedestrian is in a crosswalk, they aren’t allowed to proceed until the person is completely through the intersection, and out of the crosswalk. Hunt also reminds drivers that many schools have reduced speed limits during school hours and drivers should be aware of speed and traffic laws that might not be in effect 24/7, but apply when school is in session. With school, come school buses. Yellow flashing lights show the bus is preparing to stop or unload children, and when the red flashing lights are on with the “stop” sign arm extended, drivers on both sides of the road need to stop. It’s OK to proceed once the stop sign is retracted. Hunt suggests that drivers take note of where those bus stops are in the neighborhood, because of course, that’s where there will be a large gathering of children. He says, “For some reason, kids always seem to step in the street. They just aren’t aware of the big picture like adults are.” Parents need to do their part to make sure their kids know the rules of the road. Police recommend that children who walk understand how important it is to use crosswalks, preferably those with a crossing guard. Children should take the same route every day, so they are familiar with

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their surroundings, and parents know where they should be in case of an emergency. Many children ride a bike to school, and should always wear a helmet. They should also understand trafﬁc safety. However, because inexperience and youth can lead children to be erratic on bicycles, motorists should be especially careful when they see kids on bikes. “They just don’t understand why riding on the right is so important instead of the left. They just want to go where they want to go, and have a tendency to just jump off the sidewalk to cross the street and not look behind them.” Because each school has different

trafﬁc patterns, each has different issues, so the police department works hand in hand with faculty there, and even parents who complain of dangerous driving near the school zones. “Twenty or 30 years ago, the issues surrounding our schools were different,” Hunt says. “Most kids rode a bus or walked. With more kids being picked up or dropped off by car, we need to partner with the school to alleviate the problem and make it safe.” Information provided by the City of Chandler Communications and Public Affairs Department.

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Why do you love your local parks and recreation? Chandler residents invited to show and share It’s Parks and Recreation Month through the end of July in Chandler, and the city’s Community Services Department has planned activities for residents to share their thoughts with the community about why they love Chandler. When residents visit one of Chandler’s six recreation facilities, six aquatic centers, four libraries, arts center or museum in July, they will see postcards on display on which people have written some of the reasons they love Chandler Parks & Recreation. Blank cards are available for anyone to ﬁll out and add to the display.

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“I’m looking forward to reading the creative ways Chandler residents answer this question,” says Chandler Mayor Jay Tibshraeny. “Quality parks, playgrounds and aquatic centers have been Chandler priorities for decades, because we know the importance of providing fun and ﬁtness opportunities for families and children.” Playgrounds for healthy weight The mayor notes that children who have easy access to a playground, less than two-thirds of a mile from their home, are approximately ﬁve times more likely to have

a healthy weight than children who do not have easy access to playgrounds. Chandler’s total developed park acreage is 1,198, or about 1 acre of play space per 200 residents. The 2013 “I [heart] my Park and Recreation” campaign was initiated by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), which encourages people of all ages and abilities to visit their local parks and recreation areas. Chandler offers a variety of programs designed to inspire healthy, active lifestyles and activities to appreciate nature and the environment. In addition to getting involved in Park and

Recreation Month locally, people can also share on a grander scale through the “Show UR Love” weekly photo contest at nrpa.org/ July-love. During each week of July, NRPA will have a different theme that people can follow to snap pictures in their local parks and recreation. The public can submit photos that show their love for local parks and recreation to NRPA through Facebook to be entered into the contest. NRPA will award weekly prizes and a grand prize at the end of the month. For more information, visit chandleraz. gov/recreation.

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A man suspected of stealing 30 spare tires this year in Chandler, Mesa and Gilbert has been arrested by detectives from the Chandler Police Department’s Auto Theft Unit. Angel Pat Ortiz, 39, is charged with two counts of trafﬁcking in stolen property and one count of theft. He was booked into the Maricopa County Jail. In each of the reported cases, the spare tire was mounted on the vehicle’s exterior and was not secured by a locking lug nut or other antitheft device. The Jeep Liberty, Toyota Rav 4 and Honda CRV models were most often targeted. Detectives believe there are additional victims who have not yet come forward. Anyone who has been a victim of a similar theft is asked to call 480-782-4130 and reference police report No. 13-67292. For more information, call Detective Seth Tyler at 480-782-4105.

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Arizona, FirstLight HomeCare operates as if these requirements exist and provides only the highest quality of care.” Gale says she opened the business after losing her parents to cancer. During their ﬁght, she says she cared for both parents and at that time realized how important it is to have high-quality caregivers who not only deliver services, but are compassionate, trustworthy and genuine. For more information, call 480-4222690.

A fund has been established with Wells Fargo and the public is invited to make tax-deductible donations at any Wells Fargo branch to meet the educational needs of the children and families of the 19 hotshot crew members who died fighting the Yarnell Hill wildfire. The goal is to raise $5 million. The Prescott Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial Education Fund will provide the 13 children, three unborn children and the spouses and fiancées of the crew members all reasonable assistance with education-related expenses throughout the children’s school-age years. “This fund was established to provide a way for all Arizonans, and compassionate people everywhere, to honor the brave men who were lost and stand by the families of the Yarnell 19 over time as they lay educational foundations for the future,” says Tim Carter, Yavapai County schools superintendent, who has worked as liaison between the statewide organizations spearheading the effort and Prescott-area groups, including the family services branch of the local firefighters’ union.

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the children turns 22, could include funds for early childhood education opportunities, such as preschool, K-12 needs, such as school clothes and supplies, activity fees for extracurricular activities and college admissions testing, and post-secondary needs, such as college textbooks and tuition or vocational training programs. The groups pledging their assistance to help build the fund and support the families over time through regional, state and national efforts are the Arizona School Boards Association, Arizona Association of School Business Ofﬁcials, Arizona School Administrators, Arizona Education Association, Arizona Association of County School Superintendents and Yavapai College Foundation. The public is invited to make taxdeductible donations at any Wells Fargo branch using account number 8008516158. In addition, checks to the Prescott Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial Education Fund, with account number 8008516158 noted in the memo line, may also be sent to the fund’s ﬁscal agent, the Arizona School Boards Association, at 2100 N. Central Ave., Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85004, for deposit into the account.

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Free HOA Academy is in session Community association law is focus Discussions on a number of legal issues affecting homeowner associations will be led by the Mulcahy Law Firm and Shaw & Lines during the Chandler Homeowners Association Academy, to be held from 6 to 8 p.m. every Thursday from Aug. 8 through Aug. 29. The free academy is designed to give HOA board members an opportunity to network and gain a better understanding of their roles and importance in their neighborhoods. The Aug. 8 class, “How to Properly Amend Bylaws and CC&Rs,” will review a simple ﬁve-step process for potential amendments. Participants will also receive an overview of new laws impacting HOAs. Classes will be held at Chandler City Hall,

Training Rooms A & B on the second ﬂoor, 175 S. Arizona Ave. Preregistration is required and preference is given to residents living in neighborhoods participating in Chandler’s Neighborhood Registration Program. Registration deadline is Aug. 1. Applications can be downloaded at chandleraz. gov/neighborhoods and faxed to 480-782-4350 or emailed to cristabel.dykstra@chandleraz.gov. Participation in all four classes is not required, but those who complete the entire academy will receive a certiﬁcate of completion and be recognized at a future Chandler City Council meeting. For more information, call 480-782-4354.

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Valley Leadership seeks nominations for man, woman of the year Valley Leadership is now accepting nominations to honor the 2013 Man & Woman of the Year at the 65th Annual Man & Woman of the Year Luncheon, to be held Thu., March 27, 2014 at the Arizona Biltmore. Nominations are due 5 p.m. Fri., August 30. Each year, Valley Leadership solicits nominations from the public in its search for one man and one woman who have demonstrated significant visionary leadership, service and commitment to the Valley and its communities. A representative committee headed up by previous honorees, Valley Leadership Founders, past Board presidents and current leadership recommends the honorees for approval by the Valley Leadership Board of Directors. To nominate an honoree, visit valleyleadership.org/ nominations. Valley Leadership is also accepting applications for a new program officer, who is responsible for providing administrative support to Valley Leadership’s flagship program, the Leadership Institute, and its youth development program, Valley Teen Leadership. The full position description is posted at valleyleadership.org/common/files/VL_ProgramOfficer_2013_ FINAL.pdf. Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume by Aug. 2 to vl@valleyleadership.org. For more information about nominations or the open position, contact Executive Director Christy Moore at christy@valleyleadership.org, 602-952-6760, ext. 1 or visit valleyleadership.org/mw.

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Police volunteers capture national award Approximately $308,000 in labor savings Chandler is one of only two police departments nationwide to receive the 2013 Outstanding Achievement in Law Enforcement Volunteer Programs award from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) in Virginia. The annual award recognizes volunteer programs that demonstrate innovative and effective practices for augmenting sworn or civilian staff and improving service delivery to their communities. Community members have been volunteering at the Chandler Police Department since 1992, and the department’s Volunteers in Policing Services (VIPS) was ofﬁcially established in 1994. VIPS assists sworn and civilian employees in 19 different units within the department. In 2012, more than 60 VIPS logged more than 14,152 service hours, amounting to approximately $308,000 in labor savings. “The key to the success of Chandler’s VIP program is the spirit of our volunteers,” says Detective Seth Tyler, the department’s media relations ofﬁcer. “We are all very proud of our volunteers and deeply appreciate the service hours they donate to the organization.” The department will be presented with the award at the Annual IACP National Conference in Philadelphia in October. For more information, call 480-782-4105.

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Road improvements to Gilbert Road between Ocotillo and Riggs roads continue this summer. Trafﬁc remains shifted to the west side of Gilbert Road, one lane in each direction from approximately Mead Drive to just south of the intersection of Gilbert and Chandler Heights roads. Crews continue installation of the 12-inch reclaimed water pipeline and 30inch water transmission pipeline on the east side of Gilbert Road from Brooks Farms Road, working in a northerly direction. Crews are working to build the subsurface of the future roadway south of Chandler Heights Road, on the east side of Gilbert Road, off the existing roadway. Electrical crews are installing electric conduit on the east side of Gilbert Road from Wood Drive to Powell Place; conduit will also be installed on the south side of Chandler Heights Road, from Gilbert Road to Four Peaks Way. Crews continue patching back the trench lines in various places in the project area. Access to businesses and residences will be maintained; residents will be notiﬁed in advance of any planned water service outages. Residents are encouraged to exercise caution when driving through construction zones and to continue to patronize local businesses during construction. For more information, visit GilbertRoadImprovements.com or contact the project hotline at 480-898-4100.

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Mahesh Seetharam, M.D., oncologist and hematologist with Arizona Oncology, will lead an international, Phase III clinical trial for U.S. Oncology Research to test a drug that may lengthen the lives of those in remission after treatment for acute myeloid leukemia (AML)—a form of cancer that, if left untreated, could be fatal within weeks or months. It is the most common acute leukemia affecting adults, and it is more likely to occur as a person ages. The American Cancer Society estimates that around 14,590 new cases of AML will be diagnosed this year. The study is open to those AML patients age 55 and older who have experienced complete remission up to 90 days after intensive treatment to be eligible for enrollment. Patients must also be ineligible for a bone marrow transplant to qualify for the trial. It is a randomized, double-blind study—meaning doctors or participants do not know if the patient is receiving the drug or a placebo. The trial, to take place at more than 100 medical facilities worldwide, including sites affiliated with U.S. Oncology Research, requires 450 patient participants. The enrollment period is expected to take up to three years and the trial may last five years. Seetharam believes the trial may find a higher percentage of participants in Arizona compared to other areas due to the state’s large population of seniors. “As lead investigator, I’ll be responsible for oversight and eligibility of the trial for all U.S. Oncology Research sites,” Seetharam says. “It’s a great honor to have been chosen, and I’m looking forward to supporting the outcomes of this study.” Arizona Oncology is one of the largest medical groups in Arizona, with more than 50 practicing physicians devoted exclusively to comprehensive, compassionate and high-quality cancer care to patients in several communities around the state, including Chandler. For more information call 800-482-6700 or visit usoncology. com.

San Tan Mountain Regional Park, 6533 W. Phillips Rd., Queen Creek, is continuing its summer Wet ‘n’ Wild promotion and will be giving away more tickets to Wet ‘n’ Wild Water Park in Phoenix. Many July programs continue as well. Upcoming Wet ‘n’ Wild programs These programs are part of the Wet ‘n’ Wild program. A family pack of four tickets will be given away at the end of each program to Wet ‘n’ Wild Water Park. Panning for Gold is 9 to 10 a.m. Sat., July 27. Take a chance panning for real gold and hear the story of San Tan’s rich history along the way. Guests will be able to ﬁnd and take home “Family Fun Gold Nuggets” as well as participate in a separate gold panning with a real sample of gold. Snake Feeding is 1:30 to 2 p.m. Sat., July 27. What has no legs, two fangs and launches a strike in less than half a second? Find out as venomous creatures and snakes are fed in a jaw dropping display of predator meets prey. Stories in the Sky is 8 to 9 p.m. Wed., July 31. Join a 1.3-mile night hike and uncover the stories and myths from past cultures exploring the constellations, planets and stars of the night sky. Bring a ﬂashlight, water and proper hiking attire.

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When Rich Iwanski and his wife, Barbara Deppisch, opened Great Play of Chandler in April 2010, they had one goal in mind—to help children learn and develop skills and fitness in a fun environment. Hopefully, they thought, it would start kids on a healthy lifestyle path that would last a lifetime. “We are both educators—we both have master’s degrees in education—and have studied child development and have worked with children for many years as teachers, coaches and tutors,” says Iwanski, adding that he also has a background in sports and fitness and is certified in body mechanics and movement. Deppisch is also a certified health coach. Great Play of Chandler offers a wide range of classes and other activities for kids of all ages, Deppisch says. That includes a parent-participation, Introductory Motor Skills program for children ages 6 months through 3 1/2 years that helps to develop muscles and joints; loco-motor, fine motor, manipulative and social skills; balance and stability; rhythm and more. “For ages 3 1/2 to 5 1/2 we offer a very creative class called Motor Skills and Intro Athletic Development, where we take imaginary adventures to the beach, jungle, outer space and more as we hone beginner skills like kicking, throwing and catching,” she says. For children who are 3 1/2 to 5 1/2,

CLAPPING WITH JOY: A young boy enjoys himself at Great Play of Chandler. Submitted photo

as well as for kindergarteners through fifth-graders, Iwanski says Great Play of Chandler offers multi-sport classes that teach kids age-appropriate skills from a variety of sports, including baseball and softball, soccer, basketball, flag football and floor hockey. “Additionally, for grades kindergarten through fifth, we offer Play 50! which builds motor skills, fitness, coordination, teamwork and overall athleticism without a focus on sports,” he says.

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Great Play also offers a variety of age-appropriate and fun camps during school breaks and holidays, Deppisch adds. These include Adventure Play Camps, Sports Camps and Camp Parties. Great Play of Chandler features a patented Interactive Arena which, Iwanski says, is a unique feature among kids’ gyms. “We use half a dozen computers to control eight projectors, a directional sound system and a sensing system to bring our kids’ gym to life,” he says. “We have up to 20 different weeks of class curriculum and scores of unique camps, so every child and parent has a fresh and new experience each time they visit.” The gym also has a low child-coach ratio that is never higher than 6 to 1, and the facility is kept extremely clean, Deppisch adds. Iwanski and Deppisch say they deﬁnitely enjoy spending their days at Great Play of Chandler. The best part of their work, the couple says, is when parents tell them how much Great Play has had a positive impact on their child’s life. “We’ve had children with motor skill delays who have made great improvements due to our fun and engaging equipment and curriculum,” Iwanski says. He adds that he and Deppisch have also heard from many parents how their child’s P.E. teachers are amazed by the

increased conﬁdence and improvement in sport skills that their child has attained through their classes and activities. And if the parents are happy, the kids seem to be just as thrilled with being at Great Play of Chandler. Both Iwanski and Deppisch get a kick out of seeing the smiling faces of the children as they

GETTING ACROSS SAFELY: Children get a kick out of working their way through a fun obstacle course at Great Play of Chandler. Submitted photo SEE FUN AND FITNESS PAGE 18

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enjoy learning and playing. “We have had a boy exclaim, ‘Great Play is exercise heaven!’” Deppisch says. “We have also had many, many children say they wish they could live at Great Play.” Great Play of Chandler is located at 2855 W. Ray Rd., in Chandler. For more information, call 480-726-7529 or visit greatplay.com/locations/chandler. Alison Stanton is a freelance writer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at Alison@SanTanSun.com.

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Business Amazing Women’s Expo set for Aug. 17 and Aug. 18 A weekend of luxurious pampering Women of all ages will be coming together at the Amazing Women’s Expo, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat., Aug. 17 and Sun., Aug. 18 at the Phoenix Convention Center, located at 100 N. 3rd St., Phoenix. The expo features retail shopping, wine tastings, facials, spa treatments, makeovers, book signings, giveaways, vendors showcasing their products and other services. “Days of Our Lives” star Eric Martsolf, Booboo Stewart, star of the “Twilight Saga” series and newest cast member of the “X-men: Days of Future Past,” and Monica Spannbauer, from season 16 of “The Bachelor,” will all host meet-and-greet opportunities on Saturday and Sunday for a limited time during the show. Celebrity keynote speakers are Catherine Anaya, a three-time Emmy Award-winning television news anchor for CBS 5 News in Phoenix, and Erika Frantzve, Janice Hurley-Trailor, Debbie Allen and Jennifer Maggiore, who include a magazine columnist, a motivational speaker, a marathon runner, founder of Sisterhood of Super Women and Miss Arizona 2012. They will offer empowering, inspiring and uplifting messages to women,

while showcasing their businesses, charities and offer book signings from their individual exhibit pavilions.

Portion goes to charity Admission is $10. A portion of the proceeds will beneﬁt “Everyday Heroes Like You,” a charitable organization that assists nonproﬁts throughout the country. “Arizona’s Amazing Women’s Expo is a weekend of retail therapy, luxurious pampering and exploring your own passion in a boutique style atmosphere,” says Kathy Hulin, expo executive director. “We are proud to offer our Arizona Women’s Expo to the Valley and support our own Erika Frantzve’s charity—Everyday Heroes Like You.” Sponsors are SRP, My 103.9, Leave No Stone Unturned, Arizona’s Real Country 96.3 and Independent Talk radio KFNX 1100. Monti Carlo, radio personality from My 103.9 and a contestant on “Master Chef,” will be broadcasting live on Saturday from the show. For more information, call Kathy Hulin at 877-659-6633, email expo@ amazingwomensexpos.com or visit AmazingWomensExpo.com.

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Celebrate grand opening at Bootcamp Boxing Centers Feel the burn at Bootcamp Boxing Centers of America’s grand opening gala from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat., July 20 at 4939 W. Ray Rd., Suite 9 in Chandler. Founded by sports and ﬁtness fanatics Jeanette and Don Alexander, the grand opening celebration will include giveaways, a plethora of activities and an opportunity for members and nonmembers alike to take a tour of the venue. Boxer Rico Hoye is training at Bootcamp Boxing Centers for his ﬁght on July 26 in Illinois. Hoye will be on hand at the grand opening to sign autographs and

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A six-minute HBO-24/7-style sports documentary, “365: Neck and Neck,” features the story of how ostrich trainer Steve Boger trained Julio, his prized racing ostrich, to be “The Greatest Show on Dirt” and race at the 25th annual Ostrich Festival held last March. The piece is called “Snapple Real Fact No. 238 says an ostrich’s brain is smaller than its eye.” “The Chandler Chamber has been

The 10th annual Laughter is the Best Medicine Gala will be held 5:30 p.m. Fri., Nov. 8 at Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa, 5594 W. Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler. An Evening at Le Cirque includes laughter, illusion and magic, which will beneﬁt Chandler and Mercy Gilbert medical centers. For more information and to make reservations, call 480-728-3931 or visit laughterformedicine.org.

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Customers looking to purchase U.S.-made flooring products can find a wide variety of options at Toliver’s Carpet One Floor & Home, 275 W. Warner Rd., Chandler. “Many of our customers don’t realize how many options they have for purchasing flooring that is made in the U.S.A.,” says John Toliver, owner of Toliver’s Carpet One Floor & Home. U.S.-made carpet, hardwood flooring options and welcome mats are all available for purchase at the store. “The newest innovation in carpet is super-soft fibers like those found in our Tigressá Cherish and Innovia Touch products,” says Toliver. “New technologies allow for the production of ultra-fine carpet fibers that are still strong enough to stand up to household use. This gives us carpets that are softer than ever before without compromising performance.” In addition, Toliver’s Carpet One Floor & Home’s exclusive line of pink ribbon welcome mats is not only made in the United States, but a quarter of its sales are donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Toliver’s Carpet One Floor & Home is at 275 W. Warner Rd. in Chandler. To learn more, visit ToliversCarpetOneChandler.com or call 480-899-2272.

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Chamber golf tourney swings into action SanTan Sun area residents can register for the 2013 Chandler Chamber Golf Tournament, presented by San Tan Ford on Fri., Sept. 6 at the Ocotillo Golf Resort, 3751 S. Clubhouse Dr., Chandler. Shotgun start is at 8 a.m., with registration and a continental breakfast beginning at 6 a.m. For more information, or to donate items for the tournament rafﬂe, contact Brianne Marr at 480-963-4571 or brianne@chandlerchamber.com.

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AutoNation Honda Chandler supports ‘Christmas in July’ Help others by donating food, water or monetary donations at AutoNation Honda Chandler, 1150 S. Gilbert Rd., Chandler. The auto dealership is partnering with the Chandler Chamber of Commerce with the Christmas in July Food Drive to raise money and collect food donations for the Chandler Food Bank. Bring monetary donations, bottled water and nonperishable food donations to the Showroom and Service Department through July 31. “Every dollar donated provides for

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Visit Vietnam and Cambodia with Chamber Exploration An eight-day inclusive group travel trip to Vietnam and Cambodia is departing Mon., Nov. 11 through Chamber Exploration, sponsored by the Gilbert and Tempe chambers of commerce. The trip features Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and Hanoi. Based on double-occupancy, the cost is $2,999 per person and includes roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles, seven nights in ﬁrst-class hotels, 11 meals, baggage and handling, professional English-speaking guides, motor coach transportation, admissions/sightseeing per itinerary and all taxes and fuel surcharges. Highlights include Angkor Thom, Banteay Srei Temple, Angkor Wat (UNESCO), Mekong Delta Boat Trip, Thien Hau Pagoda, Ben Thanh Market, Reuniﬁcation Hall, Old Quarter Cyclo Taxi Ride, Ho Chi Minh Memorial, One Pillar Pagoda, Seoul South Korea and optional Ha Long Bay overnight cruise-tour. Travelers interested in reviewing the itinerary and having questions answered can learn more at informative meetings

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Clock winding down on nomination deadline Companies have until July 31 to complete an application if nominated for the 2013 Spirit of Enterprise Award, administered by Arizona State University’s W.P. Carey School of Business. In order to be considered, a company must be incorporated, conducting business for at least four years, employ at least three or more full-time workers, headquartered or have a majority of its business operations in Arizona and be able to demonstrate profitability over the last three years combined. In addition to the for-profit Arizona business award, the Gary L. Trujillo Minority Enterprise Award, sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Arizona will be awarded to a minority-owned business. “They should have a great story and a positive culture internally, and be exemplary community partners in terms of how they give back,” says Gary Naumann, director of the Spirit of Enterprise Center at the W.P. Carey School of Business. “We’re looking for firms that demonstrate ethics, energy and excellence in entrepreneurship.” Winners will be announced, Nov. 22 at a luncheon at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix. Call 480-965-0474 or visit spiritofenterprise.org for more information, to apply for the award, nominate a company or attend the luncheon.

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Thyroid management offered at Active Lifestyle Medical Dr. Michael Compton of Active Lifestyle Medical, located at 2745 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 2, Chandler, shares the hidden causes of thyroid disorders and how the management of thyroid problems has changed. Some patients can have thyroid symptoms even after lab tests shows normal results. One cause of low thyroid symptoms is cortisol, a hormone that responds to stress, blood sugar and inflammation. The hormone cortisol is produced by the adrenal glands, and is essential to good health. Cortisol also regulates blood sugar throughout the day. Cortisol is released from the adrenal glands secondary to stress, blood sugar and inflammation, and this inflammation suppresses the function of the pituitary gland This is important because the pituitary gland releases a hormone called thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). Increased levels of cortisol can be caused by the following: 1. Repetitive stress. Stress will cause the adrenal glands to increase the output of cortisol. Therefore, if one is under stress from, work, school, family, money, etc., they must manage the stressors in their life to eliminate this element of the cortisol response. “If you are currently being treated for a thyroid related disorder, and you’re not managing your stress, I suggest

you start,” Compton says. “If you do not manage the increased cortisol secondary to stress, you will increase cortisol even more and further depress the pituitary along with the TSH.” 2. Undetected infections, or subclinical infections. This is not like an ear infection. These are typically undetected gastrointestinal infections that a patient could have and not know of it due to a lack of symptoms. Subclinical infections are identiﬁed by DNA testing of the stool, and may identify yeast overgrowth, a parasite living in the gut, a fungus or another infection that creates inﬂammation and increases cortisol levels, which decrease TSH. 3. Blood sugar swings, high or low blood sugar and insulin surges. It is essential to keep a stable blood sugar. If one does not maintain stable blood sugar levels, they will not maintain stable cortisol and TSH levels. Depression, hair loss, fatigue, sensitivity to cold, insomnia and inability to lose weight follow if this happens. Active Lifestyle Medical is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Those who struggle with low thyroid can call for a free consultation on thyroid management. Call 480-860-0300 or email drmcompton@activelifestylemedical.com.

Jared featuring Le Vian collection A high-end designer event hosted by Le Vian Fine Jewelry will be held 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tue., July 23 at Jared the Galleria of Jewelry, located at 7181 W. Ray Rd., Casa Paloma Shopping Center in Chandler. Guests can enjoy refreshments while they browse. This year’s showing features a selection of natural color diamonds, including Le Vian’s exclusive Chocolate Diamonds as well as Pink Orchid Diamonds, Sunny Yellow Diamonds and Sky Blue Diamonds. The newest trends in ﬁne jewelry design, color gemstones and timepieces will also be on display, including original looks with Ocean Wave, Gladiator Buckle and Framed Clusters, as well as Neon Tangerine Fire Opal, Neon Blue Paraiba Tourmaline and Sea Blue Aquamarine. The Le Vian family history in ﬁne jewelry spans many generations, from ancient royalty to today’s red carpet. Le Vian creates 40,000 original new designs a year. For more information, call 800-431-4393 or visit Jared.com.

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New location for Great Choice Chiropractic Dr. Greg Hauser’s Great Choice Chiropractic is relocated to 6125 W. Chandler Blvd. in Chandler, in the Kyrene Village Shopping Center. The facility has 3,200 square feet of advanced chiropractic equipment, including X-ray, computerized nerve and spinal scan, hydraulic chiropractic adjustment tables, cold laser therapy, Detox, massage, muscle therapy, TENS unit, massage table and a rehab clinic. Hauser uses a handheld adjusting instrument called the Activator, which he says is safe, gentle and specific. He is advanced proficiency rated on the Activator method and also an instructor for Activator Methods International. He also sells pillows and several types of strengthening exercise accessories for home or office use. Hauser is a board-certified chiropractic physician, a board-certified physiotherapist, a certified independent chiropractic examiner and advanced certified in whiplash injury biomechanics and mild brain traumatology and pediatric certified by the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. For more information, call 480-704-6600 or visit GreatChoiceChiro.com.

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Play dates with horses offer bevy of beneﬁts BY ALISON STANTON

Jeannie Hatfield has been fascinated by horses since she was a little girl growing up in Kentucky. She has fond memories of her father calling her to join him each May to watch the Kentucky Derby on television, and sitting in awe and admiring the way the horses raced around the track. Over the years, Hatfield has continued to pursue her love for horses; she has taken numerous classes about equine science and other related topics and has worked as a horse massage therapist and horseback tour guide. Now, through her work as program director at Harmony Heart Ranch in Chandler, Hatfield is helping young children learn about and appreciate horses. For the past five summers, the ranch has offered a horse play date program for children ages 6 and older. The kids—usually with their parents in tow—arrive at the ranch early in the morning and spend 2 1/2 hours with Hatfield doing a variety of activities, including brushing the horses and “painting” them with a mixture of water and food coloring. “The first thing I do is go over the ranch rules, and give the kids an introduction to horsemanship,” Hatfield says, adding that this is her first summer running the popular program. “I teach them all about safety, and then we all grab brushes and start brushing.”

LOOKING LOVELY: Two girls carefully “paint” a horse with a mixture of food coloring and water during a horse play date at Harmony Heart Ranch in Chandler. Submitted photo

After spending an hour or so brushing and painting two senior horses who Hatﬁeld says are extremely gentle and docile with the children, the group then experiences other aspects of life on a farm. This includes meeting the ranch’s two younger and livelier horses; visiting with the two resident cows— one of whom is named Miss Piggy—and gathering eggs from the 31 chickens who call the ranch home.

“I recently had eight Girl Scouts here and they were all crawling around having a great time and the horses were just looking at them like, ‘thank you so much for brushing us and loving us today,’” Hatﬁeld says. To keep everyone cool, Hatﬁeld enjoys spraying a hose up into the air. When the play date session is over, the kids are given a horse-related craft to take home.

“The kids just love it,” she says. Hatfield says she truly enjoys running the horse play date program. She especially loves teaching and showing children and their parents how kind, caring and empathetic the animals can be. “I am truly living my passion and doing what I love,” she says. While Hatfield is keeping a watchful eye on the children who are happily brushing and painting the horses, she knows she is doing more than giving them the opportunity to meet the animals up close. She is also providing children and their parents the chance to experience the therapeutic benefits that horses can provide. “Horses evoke so much emotion in us. They are such amazing animals, and they are so connected with us,” Hatfield says. “They can tell when we are upset about something, and they are so loving to us.” Hatfield recalls how a young boy who recently attended a horse play date with his parents and older siblings had a great time interacting with the horses and jumping in the mud. His parents confided in Hatfield that their son had been in therapy because he was afraid of gooey substances, and were amazed at how much fun he was having. “It’s much more than just a play date with horses,” she says. “I call it being SEE HORSE PAGE 26

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‘therapized’ by horses.” Through her studies and work with horses over the years, Hatfield says she has learned how emotionally beneficial it can be to be around the animals. At-risk youth and other children with a variety of challenges tend to calm down and do extremely well when working with them, she says. “I have seen for myself how well horses take care of people,” she says. No matter what inspires the kids and parents to come to Harmony Heart Ranch for the horse play dates, Hatfield says everyone leaves feeling impacted “1,000%” by the time they spend there. “I am all about making the world a better place by being around horses,” she says. Harmony Heart Ranch is located at 758 W. Kingbird Dr. in Chandler. The horse play dates are 7:45 to 10:15 a.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and from 3:15 to 5:45 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Children should wear clothing and shoes that are OK to get wet and muddy. The cost is $25 per child and $15 for additional children per family. Reservations are required, and birthday parties and private group parties are also available. For more information, call 602-234-0267 or email equinegirlaz@gmail.com. Alison Stanton is a freelance writer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at Alison@SanTanSun.com.

Youth Free SAT workshop preps students Tutor House Tutoring Services offers a free SAT workshop for East Valley students and their parents at noon Sat., July 20 in the Monsoon Room of the Sunset Library, 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. The one-hour workshop covers test format and scoring, question types, content and strategies and techniques for SAT subjects. Tutor House provides an individualized approach to education, beginning with a skills assessment identifying students’ academic strengths and weaknesses. Once testing is complete, the results are reviewed with parents and a program is designed to address the student’s individual needs. A wide range of one-on-one and smallgroup tutoring is available for students in grades K through 12 in reading, math, language arts and writing, Spanish, study skills, algebra, geometry, precalculus, calculus, SAT/ACT prep and homework help. Tutor House is located at 100 W. Boston St., Suite 4, Chandler and 6139 S. Rural Rd., Suite 102, Tempe. For more information, call 480-857-1222 or email Tutoring@TutorHouseAZ.com. To reserve a seat for the free SAT workshop, visit TutorHouseAZ.com.

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CLASSROOM CONNECTION: Sixth grader Bryan Gopel, a student at New Vistas Center for Education in Chandler, meets with civil rights champion and Georgia representative Congressman John Lewis in Washington, D.C. Bryan is the ﬁrstplace winner in the documentary division for National History Day competition, sponsored by the Arizona Historical Society. His original documentary, “Sparking the Civil Rights Movement,” focused on the brief life of Emmitt Till, whose murder became a catalyst for change in 1950s Mississippi. For the project, Lewis granted Bryan a telephone interview, then invited Bryan and his family to his Washington, D.C. ofﬁce. New Vistas Center for Education is at 670 N. Arizona Ave., Suite 35 in Chandler; for more information, visit newvistasaz.com. Submitted photo

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ASU professors and authors Dr. Charles “Chuck” Corbin and Dr. Hans Van Der Mars will discuss family health and fitness at a free special event from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wed., Aug. 14 at Legacy Traditional School’s new campus at 2747 S. Recker Rd., Gilbert. Corbin is the author of more than 90 books on fitness and exercise and was the first chairman of the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition Science Board, as well as a charter member of the advisory board for FITNESSGRAM, the national youth fitness test. Van Der Mars is the physical education program director at ASU and co-author of more than 60 refereed research and professional papers published in leading national and international journals. The two authors will present evidence about the health benefits of physical activity at home and in school and offer suggestions for promoting optimal health and fitness for all family members. The event is sponsored by the school; a donation on behalf of the speakers will be given to professional physical education and health organization Arizona Health and Physical Education. In its inaugural year, Legacy Traditional Schools–Gilbert offers the “Athlos Track,” a special track for students with a physical education focus, as well as a “Mozart Track,” for students who choose an enhanced performing arts curriculum. For more information about the event, contact District Athletic Coordinator for Legacy Traditional Schools Ryan Johnson at 480-270-5438, ext. 1228. For more information about Legacy Traditional Schools, visit legacytraditional.org.

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“How to Cut the Cost of College by Planning Ahead” is the title of a free ﬁnancial aid night coming to parents of all Chandler high schoolaged students 7 p.m. Thu., Aug. 1 at The Noah Center, 2100 E. Yeager Dr., Chandler. The workshop reveals the littleknown secrets to getting the most money possible from ﬁnancial aid sources as well as ideas on how to get your student accepted to the school of their dreams. Along with learning about the required paperwork, participants will discover insider tips and techniques to avoid costly mistakes. Parents will also be given the opportunity to learn their current Expected Family Contribution (EFC) as determined by the federal government. The workshops are designed to help parents and students beat the ever increasing cost of a college education using strategies that save families money no matter what their income level. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 480-654-6266 or at ArizonaCollegePlanners.com.

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Families who enroll their children by July 31 are eligible for one free week of infant care at Kids Inc., 4991 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler. Individualized, loving infant care is provided by the Fulton Ranch Promenade school, focusing on ﬁne and gross motor skills, receptive and expressive language skills and hand-eye coordination. For more information, visit kidsinclearningcenters.com or call 480-821-5437.

SanTan Sun-area families are invited to an ice cream social open house from 5 to 7 p.m. Wed., July 24 at the Goddard School, 720 E. Warner Rd., Gilbert. The special event features refreshments and fun activities for children, as well as the opportunity for families to meet the school’s faculty members, educational director Trisha Wolfsen and onsite owner Jeremy Sadlon. Families will also receive a 50% discount on their child’s ﬁrst month of tuition when they enroll by July 26. The Goddard School offers half- or full-day schedules and a comprehensive play-based curriculum for children ages six weeks to six years. Parents are encouraged to drop by for a tour or call Jeremy Sadlon directly to arrange a personal appointment at 480-633-3196. To learn more, visit goddardschool.com/phoenix/ gilbert-warner-plaza-az.

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Chandler Unified School District families have real-time school menu nutritional information available at the touch of a screen. The district recently launched CUSD Food, a free, real-time school nutrition mobile application, the first of its kind in the nation. The app features daily school menus with nutritional information, pictures, descriptions and allergy information, healthy eating tips and recipes, cooking demos and more. The app can be used by parents to check each food item for allergens and nutritional facts, and to upload money to their children’s meal accounts directly from the mobile device. Users can sign up for notifications to receive menu changes and updates. The IOS app is available for download on iPhones, iPod Touches and iPads via the iTunes App Store. An SCREEN TIME: The new CUSD Food app offers menu info on Android version is planned the go. Submitted photo for later this year. To learn more, visit cusdnutrition.com.

HEALTHY CHOICE: Chandler eighth grader and Level 10 gymnast Madilyn Probst concentrates on a routine. Madilyn is a student at Athlos Traditional Academy in Chandler, a charter school with a strong focus on ﬁtness, athletics, nutrition and academics. The school allows Madilyn to attend classes with her peers while training ﬁve hours a day and traveling frequently to compete in events around the country, including the recent Junior Olympic Nationals in Minneapolis. Info: legacytraditional. org. Submitted photo

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Nominations accepted for Girls Rule! award SanTan Sunarea girls making a difference in their community, their family or their school are eligible for nomination for the Girls Rule! Foundation’s second annual Brilliant, Beautiful and Bold Role Model Award, presented by Financial Life Planners. Nominators can be parents, mentors, friends, local leaders, coaches or teachers; nominations must include 500 words or less on how their nominee is a role model and how she makes a difference. Deadline for nominations is Sept. 7. Four winners from across the Valley will be announced at the second annual Girls Rule! Shine Brightly Teens and Women Summit Sept. 21 at the US Airways Center, where they will each receive $200 in Visa gift cards and prizes. All nominees will be invited to the Phoenix Mercury Women of Inspiration game on Aug. 31 to be acknowledged at halftime on the court. For more information or to submit a nomination, visit girlsrulefoundation. org.

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READING REWARDS: Chandler students meet Wednesdays at the Hamilton Branch of the Chandler Public Library to participate in Club READ, a program funded through the City of Chandler’s Human Relations Commission Diversity Mini Grant. Participants have weekly assigned reading and literature roles to prepare for discussions utilizing a literature circle format. Weekly incentives for attending are provided by Jason’s Deli, Dunkin’ Donuts, Wendy’s and Chick-ﬁl-A at Chandler Festival, among others; Scottsdale author Jewell Parker Rhodes also Skyped from Asia with the students recently. Info: chandlerlibrary.org. Submitted photo

Register for Fall Classes! The fall Break Time magazine outlining all-ages recreation classes, youth camps and special events for September, October and November is available at libraries and city offices as well as aquatic and recreation centers and online at www.chandleraz.gov/breaktime. Registration opens Saturday August 3 at 10:00 a.m. for residents and Friday, August 9 for non-residents. For more information, call 480-782-2727.

Chandler Recreation Offers A Variety of Fall Activities!

Creative Cards & Gifts Friday, August 2, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. In this workshop youth ages six - 12 will decorate cards, bookmarks and a picture frame with stickers, stamps, foam shapes, glitter and more. These one-of-a-kind creations can be given as gifts. This event is hosted at the Chandler Community Center (125 E. Commonwealth Ave.). There is a $14 fee ($18 nonresident) per child. Contact Courtney Allen at 480-782-2730 for more information.

Gentle Relax Yoga Mondays, August 5 – August 26, 7:50 - 8:50 p.m.

August Parent & Toddler Activities Every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., the Tumbleweed Recreation Center (745 E. Germann Rd) host “Tumble Tots” indoor activities designed for children five years of age and under to play under parental or guardian supervision. This fun, safe and clean area provides a variety of toys, equipment and activities that are sure to keep the kids entertained. There is a $2 fee ($3 nonresident) per child. Fee included in all TRC family passes. Call 480-782-2900 or visit www.chandleraz.gov/ tumbleweed for more information.

This class includes meditation and deep and gentle stretches at Snedigar Recreation Center (4500 S. Basha Rd.). Great for yogis that are beginner to advanced, have injuries, looking to increase range of motion and most of all relax and de-stress. Bring your mat and a water bottle. For ages 13 and older. There is a $24 fee ($30 non-resident). Contact Susan Richardson at 480-782-2641 for more information.

Puppet Theatre Wednesday, August 14, 10:00 a.m. The Great American Puppet Theater will perform Three Wishes at the Tumbleweed Recreation Center (745 E. Germann Rd). This performance is intended for children five years of age or younger. There is a $6 fee ($8 nonresident). Fee included in all TRC family passes. Contact Abel Mendoza at 480-782-2912 for more information.

Stay Connected Follow us on Instagram and Twitter at @ChandlerRec, and on Facebook and YouTube at Chandler Recreation for the latest news. Check out the July / August issue of “Come Out & Play, Chandler!” on YouTube. This episode features the Chandler Libraries. You can sign up for the Chandler Recreation monthly newsletter at www.chandleraz.gov/ listserv.html. For more information, call 480-782-2727.

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Summer program puts students to work More than 100 undergraduate students are participating in the Intel Ultimate Engineering Experience this summer at Chandler-Gilbert Community College’s Pecos Campus. The six-week program, offered by Intel at only three sites nationwide, focuses on building workplace skills such as collaboration and critical thinking. Students gain hands-on engineering experience and networking skills working with Intel engineers and volunteers as they create and develop solutions designed to help improve lives. The last week of the program helps students develop job search skills,

resumes and interviewing skills. “The program is intended to inspire the next generation of engineers and help them realize that engineering is really boundary-less,” says Cynthia Del Frate, program manager for the Intel Ultimate Engineering Experience. “It also gives us an opportunity to identify and connect with the top local talent.” CGCC is at 2626 E. Pecos St. in Chandler. To learn more about CGCC, visit cgc.maricopa. edu or call 480-732-7000. Information about Intel is available at newsroom.intel.com and blogs.intel.com.

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‘Kindergarten Kamp’ readies students for school

A “Kindergarten Kamp” for students entering kindergarten at any school this year is offered at St. John Bosco Catholic School, 16035 S. 48th St., Phoenix. Classes are held 9 a.m. to noon Mondays through Fridays in three one-week sessions: July 22 through 26, July 29 through Aug. 2 and Aug. 5 through 9. Families can sign up for one or more weeks. The program is designed to build self-esteem and conﬁdence while preparing students for kindergarten. For more information or to register, visit sjbosco.org or call 480-219-4848.

SUMMER STUDIES: Area students develop their engineering skills at the Intel Ultimate Engineering Experience. Submitted photo

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WHERE KIDS EAT FREE Apple Dumpling Café 3076 E. Chandler Heights Rd. Suite 101, Gilbert 480-279-3879 AppleDumplingCafe.com Here’s the deal: On Mondays, for every adult meal purchased, one child 12 years and younger can eat free.

Fat Willy’s 4850 S. Gilbert Rd., Chandler 480-883-1356 fatwillysaz.com/Chandler Here’s the deal: From 2 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, dine in and get a free kids meal with every adult entrée purchased. Little Leaguers menu only, 12 and younger.

Chompie’s 3481 W. Frye Rd., Chandler 480-398-3008 chompies.com Here’s the deal: All day Tuesday, children 10 and younger receive one free item from the Kids Meal menu with adult meal purchase of $8 or more. Dine in only.

Frio Mio Frozen Yogurt 4991 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler 480-609-0007 Here’s the deal: Every day, kids wearing a sports or scouts uniform receive 50% off frozen yogurt and 50 cent all beef hot dogs.

Dilly’s Deli 2895 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 5, Chandler 480-722-0644 dillysdeli.com Here’s the deal: On weekends, get one free kids meal for each adult meal purchased for $4.79 or more. El Palacio Restaurant & Cantina 2950 E. Germann Rd., Chandler 480-802-5770 epchandler.com Here’s the deal: Wednesday kids 12 and younger eat free with paid adult.

The Cove Grill 5070 S. Gilbert Rd., Suite 400, Chandler 480-802-9070 thecovegrill.com Here’s the deal: Tuesday kids younger than 12 receive one free meal per adult entrée purchased.

Pittsburgh Willy’s 1509 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler 480-857-2860 pittsburghwillys.com Here’s the deal: Every day except Sunday breakfast, kids younger than 10 eat free with each paying adult. Additional kids eat for 50% off; Wee Willy menu only.

The Sushi Room 2475 W. Queen Creek Rd., Chandler 480-821-9000 sushiroomaz.com Here’s the deal: Sunday Funday means kids 12 and younger eat free, two kids per paying adult.

Planet Sub 1920 W. Germann Rd., Chandler 480-245-6503 planetsub.com Here’s the deal: Monday kids eat free with paid adult.

Uncle Bear’s Grill & Bar 1980 W. Germann Rd., Chandler 480-722-1555 unclebearsgrillandbar.com Here’s the deal: Wednesday kids eat free with each full price entrée purchased.

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Whiskey Rose Bar and Grill 135 W. Ocotillo Rd. Chandler 480-895-ROSE (7673) whiskeyrosesaloon.com Here’s the deal: Kids eat free every day with the purchase of an adult entree and kids drink.

WHERE KIDS EAT FREE The SanTan Sun News now has a regular “Where kids eat free” section. Restaurant owners, please email us details such as days of the week kids can eat free at your establishment, and what conditions apply, such as purchase of an adult meal, certain hours, etc., Include your restaurant name, address, phone and website and a contact name for veriﬁcation. Readers, if you know of a location that has a kids-eatfree program, email us with the restaurant name, a phone and / or email for conﬁrmation and details. Email information to KidsEatFree@santansun.com.

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Girls Rule! pool party makes splash Teen girls and the women in their lives are invited to enjoy the Girls Rule! Foundation first annual VIP Teens and Women Pool Party from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat., July 20 at Arizona Grand Resort & Spa Oasis Water Park, 8000 S. Arizona Grand Pkwy., Phoenix. Tickets are $30 and include all-day passes to the water park, a private, catered lunch, photo booth, free miniback massages for women, door prizes and entertainment courtesy of the Phoenix Mercury Hip Hop Squad. Event proceeds will support the second annual Girls Rule! Shine Brightly Teens and Women Summit and Luncheon to be held Sept. 21. Girls Rule! is a nonprofit organization that hosts workshops and programs for teen girls to influence healthy choices and create strong selfesteem to help guide them in the future. No overnight stay is required to attend, but party guests are encouraged to make it a “girls’ weekend” by booking an overnight stay at the Arizona Grand Resort and Spa for a discounted rate of $119 per night, including the resort fee. The event is co-sponsored by Financial Life Planners LLC and YWCA. To purchase tickets or learn more, visit girlsrulefoundation.org or girlsrulepoolparty.eventbrite. com/#.

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‘Stuff the Bus’ with school supplies Fulton Homes is partnering with KEZ 99.9 for the Valley’s annual Fulton Homes “Stuff the Bus” campaign to ease the burden of buying new school clothes and supplies for some deserving families. This year’s donation drive runs through Aug. 4 at Chandler Fashion Center, 3111 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler. Volunteers will be on hand each day of the campaign during mall hours to collect new school supplies, clothing and backpacks for children in need at ICAN– Positive Programs for Youth, in Chandler. A full-size school bus parked inside the Macy’s Court with painted handprints represents each child in need. The handprints contain a list of items each child requires for a successful school year.

Supporters can donate to a speciﬁc child or make a general contribution of requested items, such as pencils, pens, notebooks, backpacks, school uniforms or shoes. Shoppers can also return the handprint with school supplies to the mall’s guest services area located near Barnes & Noble. Donations will be accepted at all KEZ events and remotes as well. “Children need to get a good start in the ﬁrst few days of each school year,” says Fulton Homes CEO Doug Fulton. “When you donate to ‘Stuff the Bus’ you make a positive difference in these children’s lives.” For more information visit kez999.com and search keywords “stuff the bus,” or go to fultonhomes.com and click on the “Fulton Foundation” link.

STUFF THE BUS: Tempe-based home builder Fulton Homes launches its annual school supply drive. Photo courtesy of Fulton Homes

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Chandler publisher gives children’s books perfect scores The 2013 Purple Dragonfly Book Awards awarded 17 entries with 80 out of 80 points— perfect scores—awarding them and two others first-place designations. “This year’s competition was the stiffest ever, with an unprecedented number of entries from all over the world, including England, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia, Israel, France, Canada, Dubai, the United States and others,” says Linda F. Radke, president of Five Star Publications Inc., the sponsor of the Dragonfly Book Awards. “We pride ourselves on using a point system, which is the fairest way to judge. If five entries in one category share the same first-place score, for example, we award all five of them first-place certificates rather than draw straws and penalize the other four entries. Plus, a minimum score of 72 out of 80 is required to be considered for a first-place award, 64 out of 80 for a second place and 56 out of 80 for an honorable mention—even if there is only one book entered in a category—when means the scores are truly reflective of the quality of books that win.” Also part of the Five Star Dragonfly Book Awards family of contests is the Royal Dragonfly Book awards, which honors all genres of books in 52 categories including a new Youth Author category for published writers ages 17 and younger. The deadline to enter is Oct. 1, however Royal Dragonfly submissions postmarked Aug. 1 or earlier are eligible for the Early Bird reward: a free e-copy of “The Economical Guide to Self-Publishing” or

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“Promote Like a Pro: Small Budget, Big Show.” The 2014 Purple Dragonﬂy Book Awards contest is already underway with a March 1 early bird and May 1 ﬁnal deadline. There is no publication date restriction as long as the titles entered are still in print. For a complete list of winners, including second places and honorable mentions and rules and entry forms for either contest, visit FiveStarBookAwards.com.

AZ Food Crafters, 961 W. Ray Rd., Suite 1, Chandler, is collecting school supplies to beneﬁt A New Leaf, a local domestic violence and homeless shelter. Items needed include: backpacks, calculators, notebooks, colored pencils, markers, three-ring binders with paper, folders, pens and pencils. AZ Food Crafters is offering a sweet treat for items donated. Donate a single item form the list to receive one sweet dessert hand pie. Donate a backpack and calculator for one sweet dessert hand pie and a 10% off coupon for a future visit to AZ Food Crafters. Donate a backpack ﬁlled with one of each item and receive one sweet dessert hand pie, three-pack of frozen hand pies and a 25% off coupon for a future visit to AZ Food Crafters. The promotion is limited to one per person, per day. Items can be dropped off at AZ Food Crafters 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday, through July 31. For more information call 602-692-4129 or 602-214-6471.

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Kids: Win $15 gift card from Changing Hands Bookstore Students who either live in Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek or surrounding areas or who attend area schools can win $15 gift cards from Changing Hands Bookstore, thanks to a partnership between the bookseller and the SanTan Sun News. This ongoing, monthly promotion awards a $15 Changing Hands gift card to every youth whose article, story, poem, essay, editorial, book review, photo or illustration is chosen to be printed in the SanTan Sun Kids Opportunity section, while supplies last. The Kids Opportunity section is printed in the Youth Section of the first paper of the month, each month. The best news is that even though only one to three submissions are printed per month, all good submissions are held in a file to be printed in future issues. So if an entry doesn’t win this month, it could win next month -- or even the month after that. To enter, visit SanTanSun.com, click on Youth and then on Student Writer Permission Slip to download a submissionpermission slip. Complete the form and have a parent sign it so the paper has permission to print the entry and the author or artist’s byline. Then, email the submission-permission slip and writing or artwork to news@SanTanSun.com as a Word file, if writing, or JPEG, if art, or pasted into the email.

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July 22: First day of school Aug 20, 22: Junior high parent/teacher conferences Aug. 28-29: Elementary parent/ teacher conferences Sept. 2: Labor Day holiday; no school

Joshua Allen Aiken of Chandler is on the spring 2013 Dean’s List at Washington University in St. Louis, MO. To qualify, students must earn a semester grade point average of 3.6 or above and be enrolled in at least 14 graded units. Joshua is enrolled in the university’s College of Arts & Sciences. Jon Hubbell and Benjamin Pitt of Chandler are on the spring 2013 Dean’s List at Berklee College of Music in Boston. To be eligible, a full-time student must achieve a grade point average of 3.4 or above; a part-time student must achieve a grade point average of 3.6 or above.

Hull Heroes Gift cards – Help Hull PTO continue to earn money through the summer by reloading Fry’s and Bashas’ gift cards and using them for shopping. Cards can also be picked up in the front ofﬁce. Hull PTO can earn up to 6% with every shopping trip. —Kristen Boyd

Alicia Magrini of Chandler is on the spring 2013 Dean’s List at Salve Regina University in Newport, RI. To qualify, full-time undergraduate students must earn a minimum grade point average of 3.6 with no grade below a B in that semester. Alicia is a sophomore majoring in nursing. Colleen Miks of Chandler is a spring 2013 graduate of Plymouth State University in Plymouth, NH, earning a Master of Education degree in secondary education.

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Knox Knights New times – The Knox school day will begin at 9:10 a.m. and end at 3:40 p.m. starting with the 2013-14 school year. Students can arrive at school at 8:45 a.m. and will be supervised by teachers outside the children’s classrooms. —Ximena Rodriguez

James Moore of Chandler is a spring 2013 graduate of Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau, MO. James earned a Bachelor of Science with a major in technology management: sustainable energy systems management. Valerie Neilson of Chandler is a spring 2013 graduate of the University of St. Francis of Joliet, IL, earning a master’s degree. Anne Wagner of Chandler is the recipient of the Augustana Leadership Scholarship at Augustana College in Sioux Falls, SD. The scholarship is awarded to students who have demonstrated leadership and a commitment to service in school, community and/or church.

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City budget represents a cautious approach to prudent governing BY MAYOR JAY TIBSHRAENY

The City Council recently approved the 2013-14 Fiscal Year Budget and Capital Improvement Program (CIP). I want to thank the hundreds of residents of Chandler who provided input throughout the course of this effort. Each year, the city budget is the result of thousands of hours Mayor Jay Tibshraeny of work on the part of our city staff, the City Council and you, the people of Chandler. It is a transparent process that includes many meetings and other avenues of public outreach. Chandler is in a good position today. It is because of decades of solid fiscal policies that we have in place. That was validated for the past two years by the financial website 247wallst.com listing the City of Chandler as one of the top 12 Best Run Cities in America. It also means we can pass along a great value to our taxpayers. Chandler remains the second-lowest Valley municipality in cost of service—combined city utility, property tax and sales tax rates. And we do this with one of the lowest employee ratios in the region. While the 2013-14 budget shows a slight decrease from the prior year, we are able to fund some road projects in south Chandler, build new parks and continue basic services and infrastructure improvements. We also moved some park projects forward in our 10-year CIP plan. Although we still face challenges in terms of property valuation because of the state’s two-year lag on assessments, I continue to be guardedly confident that we are heading in a positive direction with the economy in terms of our fiscal sustainability and growth. We are now seeing some slow yet steady growth on the revenue side from sales tax collections and other generators. It should be noted that our ability to maintain existing infrastructure while developing some new amenities is somewhat rare among Arizona cities in these times. That is particularly noteworthy given that we are keeping the city’s portion of the property tax levy for the coming year level. Chandler’s municipal management team and budget staff prepared a thoughtful and prudent plan. And the City Council remained cautious through the long and demanding budget process. I understand very well the critical nature of this task, and remain committed and focused on the continued success of this community. Chandler is a terrific city, mainly because of the engagement of our residents who helped to guide us through this critical time.

BY TOM NOVY, SRP

The Southeast Valley is a wonderful place to live and work, and now we are beginning to see signs of economic growth in the area that will only fortify the beneﬁts of this great community. New home construction is on the rise and new businesses are once again choosing to locate in the Southeast Valley. As reported in the last edition of the SanTan Sun News, OnTrac, an Arizona-based shipping company, announced it is relocating its corporate headquarters to Chandler in the area known as the Price Road Corridor (PRC). OnTrac joins a number of large industrial companies in this thriving employment area that require large amounts of electricity. These businesses will provide thousands of jobs during the next several decades and the city of Chandler expects many other new companies to move to the Price Road Corridor in the coming years. But they will not come if there is not adequate electricity to support their needs. That is why Salt River Project recently initiated a public process to site new 230-kilovolt (kV) overhead power lines and two new electrical substations to meet the expected growing demand for electricity in the Price Road Corridor. The new infrastructure will increase service reliability to current residential and commercial customers in the region and ensure that we can meet future demand caused by growth. SRP began planning for this expected growth years ago and submitted a plan to the Arizona Corporation Commission in January 2012 to bring needed energy supplies to the area. Using a number of resources, including information about zoning, planned area development and anticipated customer expansion as well as forecast information from the Chandler’s Economic Development Division, SRP has determined that our current system will not support additional energy demand in the PRC after 2016 unless new infrastructure is

in place. Simply upgrading our current 69kV system will not accommodate projected load at that time. In a recent column (Power Play, July 6) in the SanTan Sun News, the author opined that SRP would use this planned new infrastructure to connect with a proposed southern Arizona transmission line in an effort to sell power to California. The writer fails to understand that the PRC transmission project is designed to serve the local area around the developing Price Road Corridor and improve reliability in the Southeast Valley. As is usual for SRP, we are actively soliciting input from the public to help determine where the new facilities will be located. SRP will ultimately reduce route alternatives and substation site locations for the project based on siting criteria and construction feasibility. Public input is also an important component of this process. In the past several months, we have received thousands of comments from residents on the project. In fact, public interest has been so significant that SRP added three additional open houses in June for people to review updated maps and provide comments on route alternatives for the new transmission facilities. We also met with hundreds of people at meetings scheduled by the various Sun Lakes and Ocotillo homeowner associations. Phase 3 of the public process, where final route alternatives will be introduced, is scheduled for later this year. After SRP selects multiple route options for the new transmission lines, the public process will continue with a hearing before the Arizona Power Plant and Transmission Line Siting committee. A final decision on whether to grant a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility for the project will be decided at an open meeting of the Arizona Corporation Commission. Unique to this project is the possibility of route alternatives on the Gila River Indian Community through

the National Environmental Policy Act, or NEPA. SRP officials have been working with the Community and the Bureau of Indian Affairs for many months now to identify potential route alternatives that would benefit both parties. We are committed to a successful conclusion in this process; however, because the Community is a sovereign nation, we cannot guarantee the outcome and thus must also pursue route alternatives on private lands. Power lines and other electrical facilities are located throughout the Valley, and most of us live near some form of equipment—whether it’s an overhead power line, a substation or a ground-mounted transformer. This infrastructure is critical to our electrical needs as a society and the transmission lines and substations that are being planned will not only help support the Price Road Corridor area but the region as well—much the same as overhead power lines that run through other communities help support the Chandler area. While it is difficult to identify locations for overhead power lines that will please everyone, SRP is committed to conducting a thorough and comprehensive siting process that carefully considers all of the various criteria. It is also important to note that as a public power utility, SRP has a statutory obligation to provide a reliable supply of energy and we must do so at a reasonable cost so that we can keep prices low for all of our customers. As a member of the community, SRP is committed to finding solutions that best serve our customers. The Price Road Corridor Transmission Line Project will provide the electrical infrastructure necessary to continue to provide a reliable supply of electricity for our existing customers and the new homeowners and businesses that will certainly be here in the near future. Tom Novy is SRP’s project manager for the Price Road Corridor Transmission Line Project

Oops – In the story “Verde Salon stylists earn master certification” of the July 6 issue, some Verde Salon stylists were incorrectly identified or inadvertently omitted. We apologize for the mistake. Stylists who earned their Master Certification include: Stephanie Schmidt, Nonnie Knight, Brittany Piracci, Austin McKinnon, Hannah Brooks, Maren McKenna, Marianne Altierri and Lacey Grace. Stylist Chanel Edens earned a Color Certification.

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Donning his dress uniform for the Chandler Fire Department, Chad Goswick is an imposing figure. His firm handshake exudes professionalism; his eye contact proves he’s a good listener. But the fire engineer who stands taller than 6 feet could be called a gentle giant who outwardly cares about the community. Last month, he served as lead male counselor for Camp Courage, a weeklong trip to Prescott where youth burn survivors from around Arizona travel to participate in sports, drama and crafts. It is the eighth year he has volunteered. “Just being able to connect with the kids makes it all worth it,” Goswick says. “This year, I got a little silly. One day I was a rapper and I had a SpongeBob hat turned around backward—it was a flat-bill hat—and fake diamond earrings and Adidas pants. Once they realize that you’re kind of goofy like they are, they open up and accept you. You don’t even really know they’re burn survivors. They’re just regular kids.”

OWNERS: Shiva and Mo Memaran run Kokomo Frozen Yogurt. STSN photo by Lynette Carrington

By Lynette Carrington Kokomo Frozen Yogurt is not just a typical frozen yogurt shop. It is a tropically themed oasis that is a bright, clean and inviting familyowned business where pride of ownership shines in every area of the store. Owners Mo and Shiva Memaran took over

Soroptimists plan to change the world one girl at a time BY ANA ANGUIANO

LOOSENING UP: On the ﬁrst day of camp, Tempe Fire Capt. Andrea Glass and Chandler Fire Engineer Chad Goswick dressed up to amuse the kids. Photo courtesy of Chad Goswick SEE FIREFIGHTER PAGE 52

The Soroptimist International of the San Tans, based in Chandler, meets once a week to change the lives of women and girls in the community and around the world. Its goal is to help them live their dreams and improve their lives so they might have a brighter future. The group is comprised of business and professional women who have strong stakes in the community and want to make a worldwide impact. These volunteers raise money, collect

Kokomo in 2011 and quickly started work on a remodel that maximized seating, visual appeal and traffic flow within the business. The result is that Kokomo–Chandler’s first frozen yogurt store–is a cool place to relax and enjoy a variety of healthy treats and will put a smile on the face of everyone in the family. “We keep an eye on quality in everything we do,” states Mo Memaran. “We use only premium yogurt. The customers can tell the difference.” Kokomo’s staff has been there from the beginning and they are happy to provide the best in customer care. Their customers always come first and they are happy to provide a memorable experience with every visit. The family-friendly atmosphere has always been a big draw. “People love to come into a family-friendly business where they get good service. They also like to support family-owned businesses in their own community,” says Shiva Memaran.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS: The Soroptimist International of the San Tans’ Board of Directors and ofﬁcers swear in at this year’s installation banquet. The club raised more than $10,000 for girls and women last year. Submitted photo

food and other items, invite speakers and award women of all ages funds to help them in the next chapter of their lives. The club’s president, Judy Register, says she SEE SOROPTIMISTS PAGE 51

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Queen Creek Olive Mill, 25062 S. Meridian Rd., Queen Creek has new summer hours of operation: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. “Guests will now have additional hours this summer to ‘chill at the Mill’” says owner Perry Rea. “We wanted to give our visitors the opportunity to enjoy our delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner options longer, as well as provide extended hours for picking up selections from our fresh produce, bakery, wine or gourmet products.” Queen Creek Olive Mill offers seating for 100 in the airconditioned indoor marketplace and seating for 156 on the cool “chilled” patio. In addition to the local, organic menu options for breakfast and lunch, the Mill offers artisan Arizona pizzas on Friday and Saturday nights. Eleven types of Italian gelato, cold coffee drinks from Superstition Coffee and freshly baked breads by Mediterra Bakery are also available. Live musical entertainment is offered each Friday and Saturday night from 6 to 9 p.m. Queen Creek Olive Mill is the state’s only producer of extra virgin olive oil offering Arizona residents and visitors a wide variety of extra virgin olive oil, olive products, seasonal produce and other locally made gourmet products. Learn about sustainable farming, olive tree varieties, harvesting, the milling process and health beneﬁts of olive oil when visiting the Olive Mill. For more information go to QueenCreekOliveMill.com.

Chandler BBQ Company is celebrating its four-year anniversary by hosting a customer appreciation day 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tue., July 23 with $1 sliders. Enter to win one of four rafﬂes for a mesquite smoked turkey or a catered party for 10 people, and get a “BOGO” on rib tips while supplies last. Chandler BBQ Company is located at 2040 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 112, Chandler. For more information call 480-688-8351 or visit chandlerbbqco.com/Welcome.html.

Join BLD, 1920 W. Germann Rd., Chandler, in its new private dining room 5 to 6 p.m. Sat., July 20 and taste your way through ﬁve American-made vodkas complemented by a plate of traditional accompaniments with the resident spirit professional. Join the cheer for $30 per person. Space is limited. Reserve your seat at 480-779-8646. Restaurant hours are 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.

Volunteers needed for migraine study Active Lifestyle Medical is conducting a clinical research case study on a novel therapy, which produces rapid relief of migraine and cluster headache sufferers. Volunteers suffering from migraine and cluster headache are needed for the clinical case study. There is no cost to participants of the study and no compensation will be provided to participants. The clinical case will be published in the Journal of Functional Neurology, Rehabilitation and Ergonomics. The forms of migraine and associated health sequel are the leading cause of disability in America and represent a large percentage of health care spending. Interested participants can learn more by contacting Dr. Michael Compton at Active Lifestyle Medical at 480-860-0300 or mcomptonrn@activelifestylemedical.com.

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‘Come out and play’ with Chandler Recreation Classes and activities are being offered through August with Chandler’s “Come Out and Play” experience. Learn a new skill, exercise or just hang out with friends at any of the recreational programs offered around Chandler. A complete listing of offerings is available at chandleraz.gov/breaktime.

10 to 10:45 a.m. Wed., July 24. Cost to residents is $6 and nonresidents $9. Fee is per person for everyone attending class. Each participant older than the age of 2 must be registered, including adults. The Environmental Education Center is located at 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler. Call 480-782-2890 for more information.

Senior Center Chandler Senior Center, located at 202 E. Boston St., Chandler, is sponsoring a ﬁrst Arizona Rattlers trip 5 to 9 p.m. Sat., July 20. Enjoy the rush of arena football and cheer on the team. Residents cost is $17, nonresidents $23. Senior Center hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Teen Programs Play video games on the Wii U, Xbox 360 and the PS3 at Teen Lounge Nights at the Chandler Senior Center for free. Lounge around 5 to 9 p.m. Thursdays or 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays. Catch a ﬁrst-run movie with Get Reel July 25 or get in on the action with the Teen Summer Adventures Program including paintball, bowling, Air Worx, Laser Tag and Dave & Buster’s. For more information about teen programs contact Manny Padia at 480-782-2746 or manuel.padia@chandleraz.gov.

Environmental Education Center Take a hike 8 to 10 a.m. Sat., July 20. Learn basic hiking skills, information about geology, ﬂora and fauna and appreciation for natural resources. Get some exercise, enjoy family bonding and team building and hiking safety. Program includes classroom, individual evaluation and experiences on the trail. An offsite hiking location will be determined at the end of the class. Residents cost is $64, nonresidents $69. Program is for hikers 12 and older. Instructor Lisa Limbert of Lisa’s Creatures & East Valley Wildlife gets up close and personal at Meet the Creature, an interactive program for children that is full of fun lessons and wild creatures. Learn about wildlife rescue and conservation

Community Center Zumba and get in shape at Zumba Toning 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, at the Chandler Community Center, 125 E. Commonwealth Ave, Chandler. Get destressed, increase ﬂexibility and strength and feel more energized at Yoga for Beginners, 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays through July 31. Learn yoga poses, breath work, relaxation techniques and meditation. Cost is $16 to residents, $22 to nonresidents. Youth and teens, ages 10 to 17, are invited to get creative and use a variety of art mediums at Art Mania, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Saturdays through Aug. 3. Registration is $23 for residents, $32 for nonresidents. Tennis Center Tennis anyone? Chandler Tennis Center, located at 2250 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler, has a new ball machine with 21 different training functions and options. Reserve the machine and practice your game for $6.50 per half hour for residents, $9 for nonresidents. Get back on the court in Summer Heat Tennis Leagues beginning in August. Leagues are four weeks long, $18 for residents, $25 for nonresidents. Tennis Center summer hours through September are 7 to 11 a.m. and 5 to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 7 to 11 a.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. Fridays, 7 to 11 a.m. Saturdays and 6 to 9 p.m. Sundays. The Tennis Center offers lessons, camps and leagues for juniors and adults. For information call 480-782-2650. Snedigar Recreation Center Preschoolers can gear up for Fall Building Blocks at Introduction to Building Blocks, 9 to 11 a.m. or noon to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday, Aug. 5 through 22. Subjects include alphabet, science, arts and crafts or numbers. Snedigar Recreation Center is located at 4500 S. Basha Rd., Chandler. Therapeutic Recreation The Chandler Senior Center will host tweens with disabilities between the ages of 10 and 18, or 22 if still in school, at the Wii Competition and Treats social. Start

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MEMBERS: Members of the Soroptimist International of the San Tans gather for their annual installation banquet. Together, the club raised more than $10,000 last year. Submitted photo

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PRESIDENT: Soroptimist International of the San Tans President Judy Register at this year’s installation luncheon. The motto for her presidency this year is “This girl is on ﬁre.” Submitted photo

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The Spring Awards are its biggest event of the year where it gives national and local awards to women and girls making a difference in their families and communities. The Women’s Opportunity Awards help head-of-household women who need education or training to further their lives and careers. The Violet Richardson Awards are for young women younger than 18 who make outstanding contributions to their community, country or the world. The Soroptimist Ruby Award for Women Helping Women awards just that—women who are improving the lives of women and girls through their personal and professional work. “We are just trying to recognize different women in our community that need help and others that are doing good already,” club member Luisa Bonillas says. The Soroptimists are always looking for new members and Register says she hopes younger women will join as well to continue the work they have started. Their 2013-14 session starts back up in September when the ladies will meet every Thursday. For more information, visit soroptimistofsantans.org or email siofsantans@yahoo.com. Ana Anguiano is a staff writer for the SanTan Sun News. She can be reached at news@santansun.com.

Unlock the door to your creativity with artist and writer Betsy Dillard Stroud, 1 to 2 p.m. Sat., July 27 at the Downtown Chandler Public Library, 22 S. Delaware St., Cactus Room, second ﬂoor, Chandler. Join Stroud as she illuminates ways to loosen up, break through creative blocks and spark innovative solutions to whatever you encounter in life. Tap into the powers of your creativity in this workshop. For more information call 480-782-2800, email infodesk@chandlerlibrary.org or ARTIST: Betsy Dillard Stroud. Submitted photo go to chandlerlibrary.org.

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SAY CHEESE: The campers gather for a photo opportunity. Photo by Jack Jordan

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and compassion for others are clearly reflected in the exceptional customer service that Chad provides to Chandler citizens every day on every emergency call. “Especially noteworthy, Chad has demonstrated his deep concern for the well-being and safety of others through his volunteer work with the Arizona Burn Foundation, helping children and their families cope with the tragedy and suffering experienced by burn survivors ages 6 through 19.” Goswick says he owes his dedication to public service to his parents, who raised him “the right way.” Firefighting piqued his interest as a student during a career development class at Horizon High School in Phoenix. A Phoenix firefighter spoke to the class about a day in his life. “I always wanted to be outside riding my bike,” he says. “I didn’t want to be inside in an office. I always wanted something different, with a new challenge and a changing environment. That was a fit. “Once I graduated from high school, I went to Scottsdale Community College and got my associate’s in fire science.” He entered the public safety field at age 19 by participating in the Explorer Program. He joined the Chandler Fire Department 11 years ago. Goswick has taken his job to heart. He walks door to door in Chandler handing out Arizona Burn Foundation-provided smoke detectors in high-risk neighborhoods. That has paid off. Recently, a house was engulfed in flames off California Street

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HONORABLE: A ﬂag-raising ceremony takes place every morning with a different group of children. Photo by Jack Jordan

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DELICIOUS: Kokomo Frozen Yogurt offers a variety of desserts, including yogurt with fresh strawberries and blueberries, as well as chocolate-dipped strawberry. STSN photo by Lynette Carrington

“We love to be part of the community,” explains Mo Memaran. “And 20% of sales go back to that organization when we do fundraisers.” Each month Kokomo runs a fun contest for their customers. Simply snap a photo of yourself or your friends enjoying Kokomo “froyo” and post it on Instagram with the “#kokomopics.” Customers whose photos are chosen become eligible to win a 16-ounce

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Summer sessions at Sol Yoga Looking for “out-of-the-box” solutions rather than “over-thecounter” prescriptions to daily stresses? Therapies that are deeply rooted in century-long traditions have proven effective in treating a wide range of afﬂictions and disorders. Reduce stress and improve health and well-being through yoga. Upcoming workshops include beginner introduction to yoga 10 a.m. Sat., Aug. 3 and 7:15 p.m. Wed., Aug. 14 and Tai Chi 7:15 p.m. Wed., Aug 7. “Because they have worked so successfully over thousands of years, our society is beginning to resurrect them,” says Neil Winikoff, owner of Sol Yoga, 985 W. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler. “The practice of yoga is one of these. Yoga connects the power of the mind and the wisdom of the body. The literal meaning of the word ‘yoga’ is the yoking or merging of the mind and the body through a series of poses known as asanas, breathing techniques and meditation. The results are lasting and undeniable when integrated into a daily or weekly practice.” A recent study by the Mayo Clinic shows that yoga reduces stress, improves ﬁtness and helps reduce risk factors for chronic illnesses such as heart disease and high blood pressure. The study suggests that yoga can alleviate depression, pain, anxiety and insomnia as well. Other studies have found that engaging in a regular yoga practice can lower cholesterol levels and plays a role in speeding post cardiac-rehabilitation after an

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Wienerschnitzel aids Arizona’s fallen firefighters Wienerschnitzel, the world’s largest hot dog chain serving more than 120 million hot dogs annually, has pledged to donate 25% of its daily sales from seven of the area locations on Sat., July 20 to the United Phoenix Firefighters Association, which has joined with Prescott Fire Fighters Charities to establish a 501(c)(3) relief fund with 100% of the tax-deductible donations going directly to the families of the 19 fallen firefighters from the Yarnell Hill fire on June 30. “Upon news of this tragedy, our Phoenixarea operators immediately banded together to assist in relief effort for the 19 affected families during this very difficult time,” says Tom Amberger, vice president of marketing for Wienerschnitzel. “We’re proud to support the heroes who have dedicated their lives to protecting us and the loved ones they leave behind.” Wienerschnitzel is located at 2100 N. McQueen Rd., Chandler. For more information about the Granite Mountain Hotshots visit yarnellfallenfirefighters.com.

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‘Maricopa County Reads’ this summer The summer reading program “Maricopa County Reads” at the Chandler Public Library continues through July 27. The incentive program for youth, teens and adults includes special activities and checking out materials from the public library. Incentives for participants to reach their summer reading goal include a free book, Chipotle coupon or other prizes. “Maricopa County Reads is an especially big deal this year as all the public libraries in the county are involved,” says Cindy Kolaczynski, Maricopa County Library District director and county librarian. “With this collaboration we have a chance to impact more than 80,000 children and teens. It’s a huge undertaking, with incredible potential and one that we wholeheartedly embrace.” Activities throughout the summer offered at the four Chandler libraries include yo-yo classes with Tyler Severence, Glee class sing and dance time, beginning computers, storytime with Nick the Guitar Guy, Read to Dogs, movie matinee and Get Reeldocumentary ﬁlm series. Times and locations of events are available at chandlerlibrary.org. Some classes require registration. Chandler Public Library branches include the Downtown Library located at 22 S. Delaware St.; Basha Library at 5990 S. Val Vista Dr.; Hamilton Library at 3700 S. Arizona Ave.; and Sunset Library located at 4930 W. Ray Rd. Participating Maricopa County Library District libraries in the SanTan Sun area include Ed Robson Branch Library at 9330 E. Riggs Rd., Sun Lakes and Perry Branch Library at 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd., Gilbert. Visit mcldaz.org to access program schedules or more information about Maricopa County Reads.

Nominate ‘Teacher of the Year’ The Arizona Education Association (AEA) is seeking nominations from students, parents and co-workers for the Arizona Education Association 2014 Teacher of the Year. This statewide program honors exceptionally skilled and dedicated teachers involved in their communities as well as their schools. Arizonans can nominate their favorite pre-K through 12th grade public school teacher for the prestigious award. The deadline for nominations is Fri., Aug. 5. The teacher recognized as Arizona’s Teacher of the Year will be a candidate for National Teacher of the Year, receive a prize package and travel to Washington, D.C., to meet the U.S. president and tour the White House and Smithsonian. Learn more at AzEdFoundation.org or email bobbie@azedfoundation.org. The Arizona Education Foundation is a nonproﬁt organization dedicated to fostering excellence in education.

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Local author creates her own fairytales in series of books BY ANA ANGUIANO

From a young age, Erin Kellison was destined to be an author. All it took was motherhood to give her the courage to begin her journey. Her aspirations to become a writer began at age 9, when she asked for a typewriter for Christmas. She wasn’t sure how to craft a story, so she stared at the massive machine after typing just titles. She carried over that love of the written word to Arizona State University, where she studied English and literature along with folklore and mythology. Although Kellison studied writing in school, she didn’t consider it to be a viable option for her. “I thought that pursuing a career in writing was a ponderous kind of business with lots of ups and down and didn’t think it would be a prudent thing to do,” she says. “When I had my ﬁrst [child] I thought I’ve got to at least try this.” So she sat down to write and tried her hardest to pour everything she enjoyed about books into her work. She focused on the structure and creating a solid story. Once she was satisﬁed she sent it out into the world and got a contract and an

agent. Kellison was so excited when she got “the call” from her New York editor that she ran out into the street in her pajamas to stop her husband’s car as he was leaving for work. She says she was so overwhelmed she wasn’t even sure what the message on the phone said. At the time she published her ﬁrst book, paranormal romance novels with vampires and shape shifters were dominating book shelves. Kellison wanted to distance herself from the crowd and focus on what made her happy. “My favorite books have magic in them. It’s that possibility that magic offers,” she says. In her novels Kellison creates and explores world where anything is possible. Magic is in the air and things go bump in the night. Her genre is more focused on fantasy and combines fairytales, mythology and legend. In fact, each of her novels has a fairytale underpinning the story. “I give a character potential for something and see what they make of it, see who they are when pressed into a situation,” she says. “I really

like revealing who you are at your core.” Like Kellison, her characters find family important. Becoming a mother is what helped her start her writing career and she says she wonders what it would have been like to write before she had children. These days Kellison works while her children are in school or in bed. Her latest novel “Fire Kissed” was released in July and her next book “Soul Kissed” will be released this September. “Fire Kissed” and “Soul Kissed” are the start of Kellison’s new “Shadow Kissed” series, which is actually a spinoff of her first three-book “Shadow” series. She also has three other novels that are part of her “Shadow Touch Novella Series.” “Soul Kissed” is Kellison’s take on Cinderella. The story follows Cari Dolan on her quest her save her family and find those responsible for her father’s death. She wields her own magic and confronts danger in other to save the lives of countless innocent people.

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Spiritual Reflections I am a wrestler. I’m not talking about wearing a spandex singlet with special headgear while I maneuver my way around a circle on a mat. I am not that type of wrestler. When I was in high school, our wrestling team sent competitors to state meets every year. A common sight before and after school were members of the wrestling team running steps, working out in the weight room or trying to make their weight class by losing any extra pounds in a zippered sweat bag. A match consisted of three 2-minute periods. At the start of the ﬁrst period,

the two competitors faced each other in a standing position. Each wrestler moved around the mat, sizing up his competition, looking for an opportunity to take down his opponent. Standing took a lot of energy. It was not a position of rest, but a position of strategy as each wrestler sought to gain control and maintain restraining power over his opponent. I am this type of wrestler. I wrestle with truths of our faith, of suffering and sickness and tragedy and where is God in it all. I want easy answers, but I ﬁnd that the longer I walk on this faith journey, the more questions I have.

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High Holy Days at Temple Havurat Emet

Wrestling With Faith BY LYNNE HARTKE

July 20 – August 2, 2013

Ephesians 6:13 says that once we have done everything else in our slugit-out, ﬁght-with-each-waking-breath faith journey, we are to stand. After the prayers and the Bible reading and the church services and the doctors saying there is nothing more they can do— stand. To stand is not a position of rest. It is a position of strategy as I seek to gain control—of my hope, my trust, my faith—and maintain restraining power over the opponent—discouragement, doubt, unbelief. I am a wrestler. I have done everything. So I stand. Lynne Hartke is the wife of Pastor Kevin Hartke of Trinity Christian Fellowship in Chandler, 50 S. McQueen Rd. She blogs at lynnehartke.com. For information, visit tcfchandler.org or call 480-963-7698.

The High Holy Day special event, Rosh Hashana, is starting on Wed., Sept. 4 at Temple Havurat Emet. Admittance to High Holy days is included with a full $100 temple membership for ﬁrst-year members. For more information or for tickets, call Gigi at 480-785-7767.

Chompie’s is catering A picnic catered by Chompie’s will be held beginning at 5:30 p.m. Fri., Aug. 2 for members, and includes lean corned beef, turkey and roast beef deli sandwiches served on Challah rolls, tuna and egg salads and chips. Cost is $9 for adults and $4.50 for children younger than 13. A special service for children will follow at 6:30 p.m. and the usual Friday night service will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Lecky Room of the Ed Robson Library at 9930 E Riggs Rd., Chandler. Call Carol at 520-423-9941 in Maricopa or Linda at 420-588-1826 in Sun Lakes for information or visit templehavuratemet.org.

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Chabad Hebrew School classes begin Sept. 8 Brick donation campaign is underway Registration for its upcoming school year, which will begin on Sept. 8 at the new Chabad Pollack Center for Jewish Life, is underway for the Chabad Hebrew School. Classes will be held from 9:30 a.m. to noon on Sunday mornings for children ages 5 to 13. Membership is not required to register for the classes. Students will be taught by warm and professional teachers while using the most advanced textbooks and methodologies to learn about Jewish history, heritage, culture and holidays and Parsha lessons. The lessons will come alive in weekly updates in a scrapbook, which will advance each student’s reading by the end of the year. Other activities include honey dish craft, cards, Yom Kippur slippers, Succah Hop, kosher label contest, olive oil press, menorah making, Hanukkah Carnival, choir, Shabbat meal for parents and students, Shalach Manot distribution, Purim party and Matzo Factory. To visit the Chabad Hebrew School by appointment, call 480-855-4333 or email info@chabadcenter.com. For more information about the center, visit chabadcenter.com.

Bricks can be donated To honor of loved ones bricks can be donated for $100 per brick at the Chabad Pollack Jewish Center. Messages

are 60 characters long and can be donated for birthdays, anniversaries, bar and bat mitzvahs, graduations, weddings, holidays, good luck, in memory of or a simple gift to someone. Each brick donated will help fortify the Chabad Pollack Jewish Center. Chabad of the East Valley is located at 875 N. McClintock Dr., Chandler. Donations can be made through a secure form at chabadcenter.com.

Shofar factory Children and adults can spend Sun., Sept. 1 in an 11 a.m. hands-on workshop, hand-crafting their own shofars, or ram’s horns, at the Pollack Chabad Center for Jewish Life.

Visitors to the “Shofar Factory” will learn what criteria an animal’s horn must meet in order to qualify as a genuine shofar, after which they will saw, drill, sand, shellac and polish their own horns. Visual aids, such as large, full-color posters and diagrams and a colorful assortment of animal horns of all types and sizes, plus state-of-the-art shop equipment, will be provided. “The Shofar generates an otherworldly sound. It’s very soulful, very stirring and open to much interpretation,” says Rabbi Mendy Deitsch, director of Chabad of the East Valley and coordinator of the Shofar Factory. “Each individual hears something else in the Shofar’s voice. It’s no wonder the Shofar is blown on our holiest of days. It’s very appropriate, very inspiring.” The Shofar is perhaps the oldest wind instrument known to humankind. Consisting of a simple horn taken from a ram or similar animal and hollowed of its internal cartilage, when blown correctly, it produces a haunting, almost mystical tone. It is sounded in Jewish houses of worship on Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year, and Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. Cost is $10 to make a Shofar, but free just to see the show. To make a reservation, call 480-8554333.

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The Perfect Place for seniors Seniors will have fun participating with others at The Perfect Place, a nonproﬁt program at Risen Savior Lutheran Church, 23914 S. Alma School Rd., Sun Lakes. Hours are 9 a.m. to noon, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Loved ones spend the morning with staff and volunteers who provide a loving and caring social program, which opens with a short devotion, after which everyone shares something about themselves: where they grew up, what they did for a living, family life or favorite activities. The fun continues through the morning with playing cards, bingo, a bean bag toss, entertainment, snacks and a short session of chair exercises. Contributions from service organizations or personal contributions to the scholarship fund are appreciated. For more information, call Judy Waltersdorf at 480-895-2892, ext. 3 or email ThePerfectPlace85248@gmail.com.

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Hale Centre is destination for Sisterhood This year the Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation Sisterhood will see “Hairspray” at the Hale Centre Theatre in Gilbert at 3 p.m., Sat., Aug. 10. Tickets are $22. For more information, call Denise at 480-895-8665.

Rabbi is guest speaker Rabbi Irwin Wiener is the ﬁrst guest speaker of the season, on Thu., Sept. 19 in the Chapel House in Sun Lakes, followed by light refreshments. He will discuss his new book, “Living With Faith,” followed by a question-and-answer period.

Calling all new members A new member luncheon will precede the Thu., Oct. 17 meeting. Invitations will

go out to all new members of the Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation, as well as new Sisterhood members, sometime in late September.

Day at the races A day at the races at Turf Paradise Race Track is on Tue., Oct. 29 and the event is open to husbands, signiﬁcant others, friends, etc. Cost is $25 and includes a buffet lunch, a race named for Sisterhood and covered indoor reserved seating. Reservations are being accepted now. Send a check, made out to SLJC Sisterhood, to 25108 S. Mohawk Dr., Sun Lakes, AZ 85248.

Donate toys Donations are needed for the

ongoing “Toys from the Heart” program, which provides holiday gifts to the kindergarten classes at Frye Elementary School. Donations of any amount can be made by sending a check made out to SLJC Sisterhood to 3495 E. County Down Dr., Chandler, AZ 85249. Write “toys” on the memo line. More than 100 children received toys from the Sisterhood.

Dues are payable The sisterhood dues of $25 can be made out to SLJC Sisterhood and mailed to 3495 E. County Down Dr. Chandler, AZ 85249. Co-presidents Geri and Carol appreciate any comments or suggestions, and can be called at 480305-0123 and 480-895-3168, respectively.

Temple Emanuel hosts Israeli singer-songwriter Kaplan Israeli singer-songwriter Diane Kaplan will perform 7:30 p.m. Sat., Aug. 10 at Temple Emanuel of Tempe, 5801 S. Rural Rd. in Tempe. Kaplan has been performing acoustic folk and world music for more than 35 years in Israel, the United States and Europe. She is a teacher, composer, recording artist and

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musical workshop leader. Her ﬁrst solo CD, “Like an Olive Tree,” is available at dianesong.com. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased in advance by calling 480-838-1414, or at the door on the day of the concert. For more information, call 480-838-1414 or visit emanueloftempe.org.

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SPIRITUAL CONNECTIONS

Call ahead to conﬁrm information, as details occasionally change after print. If you have a recurring monthly support group or meeting you would like listed in Spiritual Connections, email complete details to News@SanTanSun.com. Celebrate Recovery 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays Join in fellowship and celebrate God’s healing power in our lives through the 12 steps and Eight Recovery Principles. The group addresses all types of habits, hurts and hang-ups. Dinner at 6 p.m. followed by meetings at 6:30 p.m. Free childcare for children ages 12 and younger. CrossRoads Nazarene Church, Ministry Center Rooms 101-103 2950 W. Ray Rd., Chandler Info: 480-722-0700, crnaz.com Celebrate Recovery 6 p.m. Fridays For those with chemical dependencies or other issues. Dinner followed by meetings at 7 p.m. Dinner: $3 adult, $1 child. Free childcare for children ages 12 and younger. Chandler Christian Church, Room B200 1825 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler Info: 480-963-3997, chandlercc.org Christian Business Networking, Tri-City Chapter – Chandler, Tempe, Mesa 7:15 a.m. Tuesdays Offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals. Crackers & Co. Café 535 W. Iron Ave., Mesa Info: Maia, 480-425-0624, christianbusinessnetworking.com

Christian Business Networking, Chandler Bi-Monthly Chapter 7:30 a.m. second and fourth Tuesdays of the month Offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals. Chandler Christian Church, Room B202 1825 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler Info: Maia, 480-425-0624, christianbusinessnetworking.com Christian Business Networking, East Valley Chapter 7:30 a.m. Wednesdays Offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals. Mission Church Seminar Room 4450 E. Elliot Rd., Gilbert Info: Maia, 480-425-0624, christianbusinessnetworking.com East Valley JCC Parent & Child Playgroup 9:30-10:30 a.m. Fridays Playgroup for parents with children ages 12 months to 2-1/2 years old. East Valley JCC 908 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler Info: Emily Malin, 480-897-0588, maline@ evjcc.org

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couples in the 45- to 65-year-old age range. Info: Melissa, 480-785-0744, beadlover@ cox.net Forever Marriage Ministries, Wives Standing for Marriage Restoration Support Group 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays Support group of wives committed to marriage no matter the circumstances, offering hope, encouragement, biblical truths, fellowship and prayers, to stand together for the restoration of marriage. Serrano’s Mexican Restaurant, Private Patio Room 959 N. Val Vista Rd., Gilbert Info: Lisa 602-377-8847, Marriage@ lisacmyers.com, lisacmyers.com Forever Marriage Ministries, God Honoring Wives Support Group

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7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays Support group of women who believe in the sanctity of marriage, offering teachings, sharing, fellowship and prayers. Serrano’s Mexican Restaurant, Private Patio Room 959 N. Val Vista Rd., Gilbert Info: Lisa 602-377-8847, Marriage@ lisacmyers.com, lisacmyers.com Grief Care 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays A place to come share your feelings or just listen to others as we try to navigate through our grief. You don’t have to do it alone. Epiphany Lutheran Church, south campus old church building 800 W. Ray Rd., Room 325, Chandler, a quarter mile south of Alma School Road on the north side of Ray Road. Info: griefcareaz@gmail.com

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Local artists get rare opportunity BY TERI CARNICELLI

Imagine strolling through a breathtaking forested area that opens to a massive sandstone bluff reaching 200 feet above the valley ﬂoor. The pathway is not only dotted with nature’s beauty, but with manmade, astonishing creations as well. Visitors to the El Morro National Monument in Ramah, NM will encounter just such an experience due in large part

to the outdoor sculptures created by artists John Gleason and Jacque Keller of Quantum Art Inc. (QAI) in Chandler. Gleason and Keller are nationally known artists who work out of Gleason’s home studio in Chandler. They formed QAI in 1999 in an effort to promote their art and have since grown their ﬁne art business into a thriving studio-gallery to serve the needs of interior designers, architects,

LANDSCAPE: Artists John Gleason and Jacque Keller of Chandler-based Quantum Art Inc., recently had four of their original “reclaimed” sculptures installed in the forested area around the El Morro National Monument in Ramah, NM. Photo courtesy of Quantum Art Inc.

corporations and private buyers. “Oftentimes I’ll start a piece, put together some metal and glass and then hand it off to Jacque and say ‘what can you do with it?’” Gleason says. “She’ll add her own funkiness to the pieces, and then at some point we call it and say, ‘OK, it’s done.’ I trust her completely. It’s a great partnership.” Two years ago, Gleason and Keller held a two-person show in New Mexico at the invitation of the El Morro Area Arts Council. At the time, Gleason and a member of the council got to talking, and “he suggested that I create a sculpture in the park out of anything I could find on the land,” Gleason recalls. The council had been toying with the idea of creating a sculpture garden in the park area. The sculpture Gleason created was made of sticks, stones and natural fibers. “It was a total thrill,” he says. When the invite came to continue the work he started two years previously, Gleason was ecstatic. He and his studio partner, Keller, sat down and sketched out a few designs and then went to work. “We have to work within certain parameters; the material has to be essentially ‘found’ or ‘reclaimed’,” Gleason explains. One of their first stops was Scrap Metal Exchange (SMC) in Tempe. After explaining what they were doing, the manager was so impressed that he invited them to take whatever they needed at no charge. “It meant that we could do this project

METAL MONUMENT: Donated scrap metal from Scrap Metal Exchange in Tempe was used to create this 14-foot outdoor sculpture, “Landscape Reframed,” by John Gleason and Jacque Keller of Quantum Art Inc. in Chandler. The sculpture sits in the forested area around the El Morro National Monument in Ramah, NM. Photo courtesy of Quantum Art Inc.

without it costing us thousands of dollars, and we were so grateful for his generosity,” Gleason says. Keller adds, “SMC owners are very supportive of artists and creative thinkers. They also offer discounts to all Arizona State University sculpture and art students. We thank them so much for their enthusiasm, generosity and support of independent artists.” SEE ARTIST PAGE 64

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Gleason and Keller created a total of four contemporary metal sculptures, and left for Ramah, NM on Sun., July 14 to install these one-of-akind pieces in and around the forested area of the “Ancient Way” near the El Morro National Monument. The works by Gleason and Keller will be the ﬁrst sculptures in what is to become a 3-mile sculpture garden in the forest. “The experience has been fantastic,” Gleason says. “It will be pretty amazing to be walking through a forest and come upon these sculptures. It makes you see something that is so common, but you see it in a new and different way.” Quantum Art Inc. studio tours are available by appointment. For more information about the artists, call 480-216-0450 or go to QuantumArtInc.com.

IN THE STARS: This piece titled “Star Gate” was created by Chandler-based artists John Gleason and Jacque Keller of Quantum Art Inc., as part of a new sculpture garden in the forested area around the El Morro National Monument in Ramah, NM. Photo courtesy of Quantum Art Inc.

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Chandler concert series kicks off in August BY MEGHAN MCCOY

The Chandler Center for the Arts Summer Concert Series is offering a set of free indoor concerts this August to help music lovers stay cool. Held since 1996, the Summer Concert Series kicks off in the 1,500-seat theater on Fri., Aug. 2, with Bad Cactus Band. “We have done it a few years and it has always been one of the most fun shows that we have done,” says Benjie Messer, the band’s founder. “The audience is really receptive and it is always packed. We have a lot of fun; I am really looking forward to it.” A three-time veteran of the Summer Concert Series, Bad Cactus Band is a New Orleans brass band that is comprised of trumpets, saxophones, trombones, tuba, keyboard and marching drums. Messer describes the band’s music as parade and party jazz. The collective plays about 150 gigs a year in the Phoenix area. Messer says they are busy in the fall and spring and are booked solid around Mardi Gras every year. “This year we are going on tour,” he says. “So we have more going on in the summer.” The tour kicks off after its CD release party for “#Music Bombing,” which was held on Wed., July 10. “We are hoping with this tour to start traveling more,” Messer says. “Be a regular thing to go out of town, especially in the summer.” The second Summer Concert Series will be held Fri., Aug. 16, with The Dmitri Matheny

FIRST PERFORMANCE: The Bad Cactus Brass Band will take the stage on Fri., Aug. 2 during the Chandler Center for the Arts Summer Concert Series. Submitted photo

Group featuring Clairdee. On Fri., Aug. 23 ¡FlaMÉXico! Mariachi Meets Flamenco will perform at the Chandler Center for the Arts. Judi Johnson, Chandler Center for the Arts’ marketing coordinator, says the last Summer Concert Series, Plug In, will be held on Sat., Aug. 24 and will feature six acts. “This program was born out of our youth advisory council,” she says, which consists of teenagers 13 to 15 years old. “They wanted to have some local young talent.” Carly Paige, 16, a pop singer songwriter who plays the guitar, will perform that day. “I have been playing the guitar since I was 10 and have been writing since I can talk,” she says. The majority of her inspiration for writing songs stems from relationships.

www.SanTanSun.com “I kind of just write what I see, what is around me,” Paige says. “I’m usually writing a lot. I write a song and then I move onto the next one.” The Chandler Center for the Arts is located at 250 N. Arizona Ave. The doors open at 6:30 p.m., seating starts at 7 p.m. and the performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. Concessions will be available. “All seating is ﬁrst come, ﬁrst serve,” Johnson says, adding that tickets are not needed to attend the concert series. Suggested donations are $5 per person or $10 per family. Meghan McCoy is a freelancer who formerly lived in the East Valley. She can be reached at news@santansun.com.

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Jazz jam session crowns afternoon Jazz musicians from around the Valley will join Ray Templin as he leads a jam session 1 to 4 p.m. Sun., July 21 at the Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort, One San Marcos Place, Chandler. The event is part of the monthly jazz parties put on by the Arizona Classic Jazz Society (ACJS). Every July the society holds its “jam-borree,” featuring Templin on either drums or piano and open to other musicians who want to sit in. Those who want to come and listen to the improvised concert are welcome. Cost is $10 for ACJS members or $15 for nonmembers; guests who become members on July 21 get in free. A yearly ACJS membership is $35 per couple or $25 per single. The monthly jazz party will take a break in August and resume on Sept. 22 with the Sun City Stomperz. For more information, visit azclassicjazz.org or call 480-620-3941.

JAZZ MUSICIAN: Ray Templin

Chandler Art Walk continues indoors LAST PERFORMANCE: Carly Paige, 16, will perform during the Chandler Center for the Arts free Summer Concert Series on Sat., Aug. 24. Submitted photo

In July and August, the Chandler Art Walk that traditionally is held on the sidewalks of Boston Street and San Marcos Place has relocated inside the air-conditioned comfort of Gangplank, a collaborative workspace located at 260 S. Arizona Ave., north of Frye Road. Hours remain the same: from 6 to 10 p.m. the third Friday of the month.

In addition to the art, visitors to the Chandler Art Walk will enjoy live music. Past art walks also have included a beer and wine bar, kids’ crafts, special guest artists and scavenger hunts. For more information, visit chandlerartwalk.com.

‘Do the time warp again’ at UltraStar Join Brad, Janet, Dr. FrankN-Furter and the rest of his Transylvanian entourage for a wacky night of surprises as “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” continues Saturday nights at the UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle. The shows take place at midnight through July 27; UltraStar is located at 16000 Maricopa Rd., Maricopa. “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” features a performance by Tim Curry as a “sweet transvestite from Transsexual, Transylvania,” and Susan Sarandon and Barry Bostwick as Brad and Janet, a couple who ﬁnd themselves lost on a cold, rainy night. Tickets are $5 and guests are encouraged to bring their own props—rice, toast, small toy water guns and toilet paper—so that they can be part of the “Rocky Horror” tradition. Guests 21 years and older are encouraged to come dressed in costume and are invited upstairs, to the Luxe Lounge pre-party, where they will be serving special drink and food specials for “Rocky Horror” guests, starting at 10 p.m. The ﬁlm is rated R. For more details, visit ultrastarakchin.com.

July 20 – August 2, 2013

Creating art using textiles for show There is still time for textile artists to participate in the exhibit, “Art Quilts XVIII: ARTrageous Art Quilts,” opening Nov. 1 at the Chandler Center for the Arts (CCA), 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler. The original works of textile art quilts should step outside of the box in some context, reﬂecting a twist on the traditional, or an interesting technique that is unique to the artist’s work. Artists are asked to submit their work by 5 p.m. Fri., Aug. 23. For each $15 fee, artists may submit up to three works on a CD or via email. There is no entry form, but entries must be accompanied by certain information; for more details on how to submit an entry, email vision.gallery@chandleraz. gov.

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Summer Sundays of music at HCPA The Summer Sundays series of concerts continues at the Higley Center for the Performing Arts (HCPA) on July 21 with Karmann and Kompany, with special guest Remember Peter, Paul and Mary. Karmann and Kompany is an awardwinning band led by singer/songwriter Karmann Powell. The group’s sound is clean and clear, featuring powerful vocals and a warm, personable stage presence. Song selections range from folk, country, gospel, bluegrass, contemporary, blues and originals—or whatever strikes the band’s fancy. Remember Peter, Paul and Mary is comprised of three local musicians who grew up during the heyday of folk music. Peter, Paul & Mary were a mainstay who helped guide many through those changing times. On Sun., July 28, folk singer and songwriter Art Podell is joined by special guest Tracy Newman. Podell began in

Greenwich before heading west to the L.A. folk scene. Art later turned to songwriting. In short order, he had songs recorded by Rod McKuen, The Smothers Brothers, Glenn Yarbrough, Bud and Travis, Barry and Barry and, eventually, The New Christy Minstrels, whom he joined as one of the original members in 1962. You might say that writing is in Tracy Newman’s blood. She is an Emmy and Peabody award-winning television writer. Her songwriting career has been equally rewarding with a win in the eighth annual Great American Song Contest for her song “Wafﬂe Boy.” Another song on her “Place in the Sun” album, “Mama, I Know You Ain’t Santa” took second place in the prestigious Unisong Contest. Tickets are only $10 for either show. Both shows begin at 3 p.m. at the HCPA, 4132 E. Pecos Rd. in Gilbert. For more information, call 480-279-7190 or go to higleyarts.org.

FRONT WOMAN: Singer and guitarist Karmann Powell leads a ﬂuid line-up of musicians as part of her Karmann and Kompany band, which performs July 21 at the Higley Center for the Performing Arts. Photo courtesy of Tompkins Photo

‘Reading orchestra’ plays on, free summer concert Aug. 4 From late May through early August, a hardy, dedicated group of musicians meets weekly to play through some sometimes difﬁcult, sometimes new, but always challenging repertoire, under the batons of a variety of local conductors. They are members of the Arizona Reading Orchestra (ARO).

The ARO presents a free summer concert on Sun., Aug. 4 at Tempe High School, 1730 S. Mill Ave. in Tempe. There will be a discussion about the music at 2 p.m. and the concert will begin at 3 p.m. On the program will be Dvorak’s Overture to Husitzka Op. 67, Respighi’s Fountains of Rome and the Enigma Variations by Elgar.

In 2004, Len Cheatham, a former Chandler Symphony Orchestra cellist, founded this “reading” orchestra so that Valley musicians could meet weekly during the summer months to sight read some orchestral works purely for the pleasure of playing them. Cheatham moved to Indiana in 2006,

at which time Eric Bloomﬁeld took over the ARO. In 2012, Bloomﬁeld put together the inaugural concert of the ARO. Much like its “parent” organization—the Chandler Symphony Orchestra—all ARO public performances are free.

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Artists with studios sought for tour Artists of the Superstitions is accepting applications for its seventh annual Artists Studio Tour, to be held Nov. 2 through Nov. 3. The application deadline is Tue., Aug. 20. Artists with studios in Gold Canyon and Apache Junction are invited to open their studios to the community as well as host other artists. Artists from surrounding areas may participate by displaying their work at a host studio located in Gold Canyon or Apache Junction. Interested artists are invited to apply for the tour by submitting photos of recent work. Artists must be approved for participation by the Artists of the Superstitions jury of artists and other professionals. Selected artists will be notiﬁed by Sept. 15 of their status. The application and agreement for participation as well as additional information about the Studio Tour are available at the Artists of the Superstitions website, ArtistsoftheSuperstitions.com. The application packet, which includes the agreement for participation, fee and photos for jury consideration, must be postmarked by Aug. 20. For more information, email artists. superstitions@gmail.com or contact Susie Smith at 480-221-4377. To request an application by mail, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Artists of the Superstitions, P.O. Box 6116, Apache Junction, AZ 85178.

July 20 – August 2, 2013

Photographer shares ‘stories’ Gilbert artist and photographer Elaine Kessler presents two of her collections this summer at the Songbird Coffee & Tea House, 214 E. Roosevelt St. in downtown Phoenix. Kessler has been working on these collections for years, preparing to exhibit them in story form. “I am a storyteller who works in various media, primarily photography,” Kessler says. “I love and appreciate the power that a well-told story can have in creating inspiration for action.” In August, Elaine shares “A Story About Arizona,” with images that capture the spirit of the landscape and the people of Arizona. The show opens 10 a.m. to noon on Sat., Aug. 10. “As a photographer, I look to capture and tell the stories of individuals and relationships for

the purpose of commemorating who people are in the world and the connections they have to each other,” Kessler explains. “A powerful image tells a story that ripples across time and space.” “A Story About Life” will be the focus of her September show, with images of life from beginning to end. The show opens from 10 a.m. to noon on Sat., Sept. 14. “I believe photographic portraiture is an extraordinary way to not only document the substantial presence of people but to chronicle the totality of the human spirit,” Kessler says. “I believe everyone’s story contains kernels of eternal truths.”

STORIED CAREER: Gilbert artist and photographer Elaine Kessler has two upcoming shows at a Phoenix teahouse this summer that feature collections displayed in story form. Submitted photo

CounterPoint youth auditions set for July 29 CounterPoint Studio of Music & Performing Arts, 833 N. Cooper Rd. in Gilbert, will hold open auditions for ﬁve different youth performing groups on Mon., July 29, beginning at 4 p.m. The youth groups train two to four hours per week and learn proper

dance and vocal techniques, including harmonies and blending. CounterPoint focuses on providing a fun and positive environment while offering professional instruction in voice, dance and instruments. Auditions are free, however,

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Move over Baltimore—Gilbert is the new home for Tracy Turnblad, the big girl with the big hair and the even bigger passion to dance. The Hale Centre Theatre (HCT) presents the toetapping musical, “Hairspray,” Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through Aug. 24 at the theater, 50 W. Page Ave. in Gilbert. It’s 1962 and Tracy wins a spot on the local TV dance program, “The Corny Collins Show.” Overnight Tracy is transformed from outsider to irrepressible teen celebrity. But can an unconventional trendsetter in dance, music and fashion vanquish the program’s reigning princess, win the heart of heartthrob Link Larkin and integrate a television show without denting her ‘do? “Hairspray,” winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical, is a family friendly musical piled bouffant high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. Playing the lively and loveable Tracy Turnblad is Megan Power. Since 19, she has auditioned and been called back for “Hairspray” on Broadway twice, the national tour and numerous regional productions around the country. Last seen as Daddy Warbucks at Hale Theatre, Cambrian James takes the helm as director, choreographer and

Experience the grace and glamour of the competitive dance world in person during the Arizona Dance Classic, Aug. 2 through 4 at the Mesa Marriott, 200 N. Centennial Way, Mesa. The Arizona Dance Classic is an annual three-day dance festival with something for everyone— country, ballroom and swing dance competitions, workshops, exhibitions and social dancing. Spectators will experience performances by the top dancers from the worlds of country, swing and ballroom in the Saturday night Dinner & Variety Show, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Tickets to the show only are $65 per person. Dance competitions take place throughout the weekend. There will be Pro-Am, Amateur and Rising Star

MAMA KNOWS BEST: Normally peppy teenager Tracy Turnblad, played by Megan Power, gets some advice and comfort from her mother, Edna, portrayed by Cambrian James, in the Hale Centre Theatre’s production of “Hairspray,” on stage through Aug. 24. Photo courtesy of HCT

competitions in American Smooth and Rhythm, and International Standard and Latin. There also will be Line Dance competitions, as well as Hustle and Night Club categories. The popular Ballroom Competition is on Sunday. A one-day spectator pass is $20 per person and is available at the door. Call 480-491-2393 for information. Social dancers are invited to dance till the wee hours of the morning in the ballroom on Friday and Saturday nights. DJs will play music until the last dancer drops. Friday night’s open dance begins around 7 p.m., and Saturday’s kicks off after the dinner and show, sometime after 9 p.m. The cost is $15 at the door. To view a full schedule of each day’s competitions, or for more information about registering to compete, visit arizonadanceclassic.com. TWO STEPPIN’: Bob Bahrs and Paula Graves compete in the Country Masters dance division during last year’s Arizona Dance Classic. Photo courtesy of Mona Brandt, Arizona Dance Classic

Tracy’s mother, Edna Turnblad. James has performed in national tours and has won numerous ariZoni awards for his choreography. Tickets are $15 for children ages 6 to 12, $20 for students and $25 for adults. Reservations may be made by calling the box office at 480-497-1181 or online at HaleTheatreArizona.com.

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Chat about movies with Doug Benson He may have only made it to the top six in NBC’s 2007 season of “Last Comic Standing,” but Doug Benson left a lasting impression among the show’s viewers and the world of comedy. Benson, who started doing stand-up on a dare at age 22, brings his unique blend of comedy and commentary to the Tempe Improv Aug. 13 through Aug. 14 in two very different shows. On Tue., Aug. 13, Benson performs his unique style of stand-up beginning at 8 p.m. A regular contributor to VH1 series like “Best Week Ever,” where he plays the “Pop Culture Bachelor,” Benson’s humor is rooted in deadpan absurdity. His silliness sometimes masks deconstructionist intelligence in his act, meaning his comedy is often way smarter than you might initially realize. Then on Wed., Aug. 14, Benson brings his popular podcast, “Doug Loves Movies,” to the Improv stage beginning at 8 p.m. The podcast, started in 2006, usually is recorded in front of a live audience at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in Los Angeles—but this time, Valley residents get a chance to sit in. The show typically tapes weekly, and is later archived on iTunes for fans to listen to for free. Benson and guests talk about movies and comedy both. Benson’s guests have included such notables as John Lithgow, Leonard Maltin, Brian Posehn, Joe Rogan, Zach Galiﬁanakis,

MOVIE TALK: Comedian Doug Benson brings his unique style of stand-up and his popular podcast, “Doug Loves Movies,” to the Tempe Improv in two very different shows, Aug. 1314. Photo courtesy of the Tempe Improv

Sarah Silverman, Patton Oswalt, Jon Hamm, Adam Carolla, Amy Poehler, Elisabeth Shue and more. A regular feature of the podcast is the Leonard Maltin Game, which has been described as “Name That Tune” with movies instead of songs. The game consists of Benson reading the cast of an unknown movie in reverse order—star of the movie comes last—from Leonard Maltin’s Movie Guide to his guests, who attempt to guess the movie. Both shows are for ages 18 and older, and there is a two-drink minimum per person. Tickets are $17 for each show, not including tax and service charges. The Tempe Improv is located at 930 E. University Dr., Tempe. For details, call 480-921-9877 or visit tempeimprov.com.

July 20 – August 2, 2013

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ON STAGE

Mozart’s Symphony No. 38, “Prague” and Dvorák’s Symphony No. 7.

“Decision Portraits,” through July 26, VG. A new exhibit by multimedia artist Susan Lenz featuring images and messages on uniquely crafted art quilts based on major life-altering decisions made by various people from a wide range of differing and diverse situations and backgrounds.

“Afternoon Delight: Now that’s Comedy!” 12:10 p.m. July 23-Aug. 1, HTC. Enjoy this existential ﬁght to the ﬁnish that pits man against woman against the bleeding heart of drama in three brilliant comic scenes that will help you escape the heat with some thought-provoking laughter and perhaps, if you plan ahead, a delicious sandwich. Shows are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Disney’s “High School Musical,” through July 27, MAC. Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of ﬁrst love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. “The Mousetrap,” through July 28, DST. Agatha Christie’s murderous timeless classic unravels the murder of a woman at a large guest house in London, and a trap is set to ensnare the perpetrator while the suspects are snowed in together during their stay. “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” through Aug.10, DST. When newly engaged Brad and Janet experience a car breakdown and ﬁnd themselves one stormy night in the home of the transvestite mad scientist Dr. FrankN-Furter, their traditional worlds are turned upside down in his strange house of Transylvanians. Cool Classics Series: “The Czech Connection,” 7:30 p.m. Sat., July 20, TCA. Arizona Pro Arte Orchestra performs

20th Anniversary Flute Choir Concert, 7:30 p.m. Thu., July 25, PVCC-CPA. Nancy Sowers will return and be featured in two productions: Mike Garson’s “Fanfare for a New Beginning,” and Vivaldi’s “Concerto for Two Flutes in C Major.” Concluding the concert, previous participants will be invited to join in a ﬁnal production. Admission is free. The Sullivan and Son Comedy Tour, July 26-28, SUL. From the hit show on TBS featuring comedians Steve Byrne, Owen Benjamin, Roy Wood Jr. and Ahmed Ahmed. Bruno Mars, 7:30 p.m. Wed., July 31, USAC. Mars performs “The Moonshine Jungle World Tour” with special guest Ellie Goulding. The tour comes just as “Treasure”—the latest single from Mars’ sophomore album, “Unorthodox Jukebox”–hits radio. Comedian Alonzo Bodden, Aug. 1-4, IMPROV. Introduced to America on

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ANIMAL MAGNETISM: They may be older and grayer, but the founding members of The Monkees, from left—Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith and Peter Tork—can still get an audience up on its feet and dancing. They perform Aug. 9 at the Mesa Arts Center. Photo courtesy of the MAC

NBC’s “Last Comic Standing,” Bodden was runner up on season two and came back to win it all on “Last Comic Standing” season three, “The Best of the Best.” Since then he’s been a regular on the “Tonight Show with Jay Leno” and a favorite guest on Adam Corolla’s radio show and podcast. “Everything You Always Wanted to Know About the Culture Wars (But Were Afraid to Ask),” 12:10 p.m. Aug. 6-15, HTC. Playwright-actorjournalist-professor and hyperbolically

hyphenated-American James E. Garcia ponders the question, “Can’t we all just get along?” and more in this fast-paced, farcically surrealistic satire about the rapidly changing makeup of U.S. society. Shows are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Film, “Ready, Set, Bag!” 7:30 p.m. Thu., Aug. 8, SMoCA-LG. An entertaining, award-winning ﬁlm starring people across the United States training to win the National Grocers Association’s Best Bagger Competition. Tickets are $7.

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The Monkees, 8 p.m. Fri., Aug. 9, MAC. Following their sold-out 2012 fall tour, Michael Nesmith, Micky Dolenz and Peter Tork return to the concert stage this summer for a reprise.

Priscilla, Queen of the Desert,â&#x20AC;? Sept. 17-22, ASUG. The uplifting story of a trio of friends on a road trip of a lifetime, who hop aboard a battered old bus searching for love and friendship in the middle of the Australian outback and end up ďŹ nding more than they could ever have dreamed. An international hit with more than 500 dazzling, 2011 Tony Award-winning costumes, and a hit parade of dance-ďŹ&#x201A;oor favorites including â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Raining Men,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Finallyâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;I Will Survive.â&#x20AC;?

Tim McGraw, 8:30 p.m. Sat., Aug. 10, SRF. Country superstar Tim McGraw will entertain his country and mainstream music fans, performing familiar favorites as well as new tunes from his latest album, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Two Lanes of Freedom.â&#x20AC;? Lyle Lovett & His Large Band, 7:30 p.m. Thu., Aug. 15, MAC A singer, composer and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the deďŹ nition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. The 14 players who will back him are all virtuosos in their own right. Rent,â&#x20AC;? Aug. 21-Sept. 15, PT. Based on Pucciniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;La Boheme,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rentâ&#x20AC;? follows a group of impoverished, young Bohemian artists and musicians struggling to live in New York Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lower East Side. Filled with humor and poignancy, love and laughter, these voices sing out to us about the struggles we all face today. Cool Classics Series: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Two Greats,â&#x20AC;? 7:30 p.m. Sat., Aug. 24, TCA. Arizona Pro Arte Orchestra performs Haydnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Concerto for Cello in C, featuring Catalin Rotaru, double bass; and

Palma Violets in concert, 8 p.m. Sun., Sept. 15, PRL. This four-piece rock band from London has created a cult following in the United Kingdom, and hopes to keep the momentum up as it tours stateside. Get a glimpse of its music on the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jimmy Kimmel Liveâ&#x20AC;? television show set for Thu., Aug. 1.

Scottsdale Showdown, Sat., Oct. 19, WW. The inaugural event is action packed with a twohour Championship Bull Riding (CBR) show featuring the best bulls and riders, followed by a star-studded concert by country music acts Montgomery Gentry, Jerrod Niemann and Maggie Rose. Presented by the Scottsdale Charros. Boston Pops, 5 p.m. Sat., Nov. 16, HHKS. The world-famous orchestra will play its way through a variety of American music, from blockbuster Broadway show tunes to Hollywood silver screen classics. The evening will conclude with a ďŹ reworks spectacular choreographed to Tchaikovskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Overture of 1812â&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stars and Stripes Forever.â&#x20AC;?

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