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SRP eliminates power line routes, Fire Station No. 1 to relocate local residents react BY ALISON STANTON

After a series of open houses and meetings that were often well-attended by the public, Salt River Project (SRP) announced that it is reducing the number of proposed routes for the Price Road Corridor 230-kV Project. SRP Project Manager Tom Novy says six of the eight east-west route segments between SRP’s Schrader Substation and the proposed RS-28 substation have been eliminated. The two remaining alternatives for this section of the project are Germann Road and Hunt Highway. Novy says removing the routes from the list of possible choices was part of SRP’s original plan that involved gathering input and analyzing the various segments. “We still went strictly by the criteria to eliminate the routes, but we did accelerate the process,” Novy says, adding that the public reaction had an input on the decision to speed things up. “We all agreed to do it now and not have to wait four and a half more months.” Jane and Al Andersen, who live in the community of Santorini Shores in Ocotillo, have been vocal and active in their opposition to using nearby roads for some of the proposed eastwest routes. The couple says they felt “jubilant” when they heard the news about the route eliminations.

FIRE STATION NO. 1: Artist’s rendering shows the plans for the new location expected in fall of 2014. Submitted photo BY TRACY HOUSE

MANY PROPOSED ROUTES ELIMINATED: Residents of Ocotillo were elated to learn that SRP had eliminated Ocotillo Road and other nearby roads from its proposed list of east-west routes for an upcoming power line project. STSN photo by Ron Lang

“We had just come out of a meeting and were driving home when we received the call to tell us that SRP had just eliminated some routes,” Jane says. SEE SRP PAGE 6

Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort to be renovated

Plans to relocate Chandler’s Fire Station No. 1 were approved at the June 13 City Council meeting as part of the City of Chandler 2013-14 budget. The station will be relocated to land already owned by the city at 1475 E. Pecos Rd., just east of McQueen Road near the water treatment facility. Tom Carlson, assistant fire chief of administration, explains the relocation was originally slated for fiscal year 2017-18 as part of the city’s Capital Improvement Plan. Every five years the agency goes through an accreditation. In 2009, it was determined through a Standard of Response Coverage analysis—which takes an analytical look at the city, where the stations are, the response time and where the risk factors occur—that if an existing station were relocated, the city would only need to build one future fire station in the southeast part of Chandler. Future

plans were to build two ﬁre stations in southeast and east Chandler. “The plan is now to relocate Fire Station No. 1, which helps with call volumes to the southeast and east portions of the city,” Carlson says. He explains refurbishing the existing ﬁre building allows other departments— transportation and development and housing—to move in. Other than electrical or utilities there are no new costs associated with the relocation of Fire Station No. 1, according to Carlson. “The good thing about relocating a station is obviously there are construction costs. We’re going to take the engine and the personnel and all of our already related ongoing costs that are in the city budget and just shift those to the new location,” Carlson says. The entire project is estimated at $5.5 million. The new station will be 14,000 square feet with four bays that will house SEE FIRE STATION PAGE 8

Chandler Christian Community Center: Helping families since 1966

BY ALISON STANTON

BY LYNETTE CARRINGTON

A landmark hotel in downtown Chandler is set to be remodeled from top to bottom. The Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort, which opened in 1913, was purchased in late January by Interwest Capital. Karl Coleman, president of Interwest Capital, says the moment his company acquired the well-known property located in downtown Chandler, a multimillion dollar comprehensive renovation plan was set in motion. “This plan is anticipated to deliver fully renovated guestrooms, meeting space and public areas in time for the hotel’s Centennial Celebration in late November 2013,” Coleman says.

Chandler Christian Community Center is a bustling hub of activity. Founded in 1966, it houses a committed group of staff and valued volunteers that work to change lives by nourishing bodies and minds through a series of targeted programs. Its core services are designed to lend a helping hand to individuals and families when they need assistance in a variety of areas. Trinity Donovan is the chief executive ofﬁcer at Chandler Christian Community LENDING A HAND: Trinity Donovan in one of Center. Additionally, she has been on the the food bank’s sorting areas. STSN photo by Chandler City Council since 2006 and Lynette Carrington served as vice mayor from 2011-2012. Her dedication to the general public and to

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UNDERGOING RENOVATION: The resort’s comprehensive renovation plan includes the lobby. STSN photo by David Karasinski

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Chandler City Council to address urban chickens June meeting recap The Chandler City Council will consider an amendment to Chapter 35 of the City Code to permit residents to raise chickens on single family lots. The council will also consider amending Chapter 11 of the City Code to designate unreasonably loud chickens as a disturbing noise and amending Chapter 14 by repealing the requirement to obtain written consent to keep animals within 200 feet of residences. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. Thu., July 11, at the Chandler City Council Chambers, 88 E. Chicago St., Chandler. For more information visit chandleraz.gov/agendas.

Major lane restrictions will commence on Mon., July 8 at the intersection of Arizona Avenue and Queen Creek Road. Trafﬁc along Arizona Avenue will be restricted to a single lane northbound and southbound at the intersection to accommodate the installation of a sewer pipeline. Left turns will be maintained in all directions. Westbound trafﬁc on Queen Creek Road will also be narrowed to a single through lane. Work is scheduled to be completed by the end of July. For updates on road work, visit chandleraz.gov.

Employees (ACE), Service Employees International Union (SEIU), International Association of Fireﬁghters Chandler (IAFF), Chandler Law Enforcement Association (CLEA) and the Chandler Lieutenants and Sergeants Association (CLASA). Mayor Jay Tibshraeny noted Chandler recently announced that Garmin, the world leader in GPS devices, is expanding its operation in Chandler, building a 60,000-square-foot building and adding 141 new software and product development jobs over the next three years. In addition, he announced the Continuum Science & Technology Park in the Price Road Corridor received its ﬁrst major tenant, Nationstar Mortgage which will bring 1,200 jobs to the city. Tibshraeny also thanked Municipal Utilities and the Water Conservation staffs for its work helping about 200 Chandler water audit participants save more than 10 million gallons of water. Council meetings are aired live, as well as replayed on Chandler Channel 11 and streamed on the Web at chandleraz. gov/video.

Council recap At the June 13 Chandler City Council meeting, the council took action on 39 agenda items. The council allocated $1.12 million for human services funding for fiscal year 2013-14 for nonprofit organizations to provide services ranging from food and clothing to medical care and tutoring. Council also approved Memorandums of Understanding with five labor groups including: Association of Chandler

VITA helps families claim tax refunds Chandler’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program helped 1,287 low- and moderate-income families, including elderly and disabled individuals, claim more than $1.5 million in tax refunds this past tax season. Chandler’s free preparation service began at the end of January and ended in April. The refund total included $554,721 in Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC), a credit that IRS research indicates one in four eligible taxpayers fail to claim each year. The opportunity to help families claim the EITC refund prompted the city in 2004 to begin offering free tax preparation services to struggling families. “These refunds may not have been received without the

help of 58 volunteers who invested more than 3,000 hours assisting these families,” says Jeanne Bosarge, a community resource assistant responsible for coordinating the effort. The city’s Neighborhood Resources Community Development Division worked with the IRS to train volunteers and establish free tax preparation sites throughout the city to help working families. Success of the program is attributed to partnerships between the city and First Credit Union, Chandler Christian Community Center, The CARE Center, Sun Lakes Country Club, Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation and Chandler-Gilbert Community TAX HELP: A VITA volunteer assists a couple. Submitted photo College which provided facilities, staff and equipment.

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DCCP announces ofﬁcers, awards At the recent Annual Breakfast and Awards Ceremony, Downtown Chandler Community Partnership (DCCP) recognized the work the organization has done and thanked the volunteers and supporters of downtown. DCCP is a 501(c) 6 not-for-proﬁt corporation whose mission is to mobilize leadership and resources to advance the development of Downtown Chandler as a regional destination for shopping, dining, living, culture and the arts. Chandler Mayor Jay Tibshraeny praised the continued efforts of the DCCP, business and community at the annual breakfast. Randy Clawson of APS received the DCCP Service Award for his numerous years of service and support to the DCCP and Downtown Chandler. Jeff Tolonen and Chris Bethany each received a Downtown Chandler Ambassador Award for their extensive service to downtown. A memorial award to Geoff Hancock, who passed away earlier this year, of the SanTan Sun News was presented to his wife, Laurie, for his support of Chandler. New DCCP board members were introduced: Greg Gienko of Meridian West Development, LLC; Mike Gutierrez of Walmart; and Renee Levin of Intel. The 2013-14 DCCP executive committee will comprise of President Derek Neighbors, VP Business Development Rich Fraizer, Treasurer Jay Curtis, VP of District Relations and Marketing Shelby Pedersen, Secretary Christy Thompson and members at large Ed Hines and Steena Murray. For more information, visit downtownchandler. org.

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Donate school supplies, get a pizza Operation Back to School Chandler—For Our Students is seeking to provide 10,000 needy children with backpacks, school supplies, shoes, socks, underwear and uniforms in the largest school supply drive in Chandler history, and for those who donate they’re offering a free pizza. Donations of supplies are being accepted at numerous locations throughout the city, including Chandler libraries, ﬁre stations, police stations and Chandler City Hall. The Arizona Rattlers will host an Operation Back-toSchool Chandler donation drive as part of their Kids Night at their July 13 game against the New Orleans VooDoo. Ninety volunteers are needed on July 19 to help set up for the July 20 distribution event, which on its own, needs 200 volunteers. For more information, to sponsor the event or volunteer and for a complete listing of donation sites, visit forourcity.org/ Back_to_school_drive.html or call 480-782-2214. Anyone dropping off supplies will receive a coupon for a free personal pizza from Peter Piper Pizza while supplies last. To make a cash donation visit chandlerfoodbank.org and click on the “donation” tab. Indicate the donation is for “Back-to-School” in the “purpose” section.

BACK TO SCHOOL: Volunteers sort through 2,400 backpacks donated June 18 for Operation Back to School Chandler—For Our Students. Volunteers included Hartford Sylvia Encinas Elementary School Principal Heather Anguiano whose Title I students will be served by this project. Submitted photo

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“We were surprised that they had taken Ocotillo Road, Queen Creek Road and Riggs off in one fell swoop.” The Ocotillo Community Association (OCA), its board of directors and homeowners say they were also ecstatic to learn SRP had removed Ocotillo and Queen Creek roads from the list of proposed routes for the Price Road Corridor 230kV Project. “The concerns of our residents have been heard and much of the outcome they fought for has been accomplished,” the OCA Board of Directors wrote in a collective statement sent via email. “We are very fortunate to have such informed and committed residents who rallied around this issue and spent the time to make their voices heard. We anticipate their continued support until Dobson, Ellis and Price Road pole routes are removed from the project.” Although the Andersens are pleased that SRP has eliminated the routes that would impact them and their neighbors the most directly, Jane says the recent announcement was bittersweet. “We knew that there were still neighbors, residents and citizens hurting. We knew we couldn’t give up the fight, just because our roads would not be affected by the 150-foot poles and 230kV wires.” The Andersens say they plan to continue their work and disprove SRP’s assertion that they need more power in the Price Road Corridor.

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“We know that Schrader (substation) can be upgraded with an additional 230-kV transformer,” Jane says. “Adding two 230-kV substations that will have step down transformers to distribute more power via 69-kV poles and lines seems like overkill to us.” The OCA Board of Directors says they intend to remain vigilant about the locations of the RS-27 and RS-28 substations. They also urge residents to continue to send in comment forms to SRP as “the substation locations and associated pole lines will have a profound effect on the community.” Jane says she and Al have been encouraged by the grassroots effort that the local community has shown in relation to the proposed power lines project. “We are truly grateful that we live in an area with so many people willing to do whatever it takes to save our community from high voltage power lines. But, there’s so much more to do.” For more information about the project and SRP, visit azpower.org/ priceroadcorridor and srpnet.com. Alison Stanton is a freelance writer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at Alison@SanTanSun.com.

‘NEGLECT AND DISTRESS:’ Karl Coleman, president of owners Interwest Capital, says the property is deﬁnitely in need of attention and TLC. STSN photo by David Karasinski

After years of “neglect and distress,” Coleman says, the property is deﬁnitely in need of some attention and TLC. “The hotel deserves a renovation that will allow it to return to its rightful place as the cornerstone property of downtown Chandler.” Coleman says the renovation of the hotel—which has 250 rooms and has hosted a variety of famous people over the years including Fred Astaire, Jimmy Stewart and President Herbert Hoover— will continue through summer to the anticipated Centennial date in November. “A secondary renovation is planned for 2014 which will encompass golf course improvements in addition to property wide enhancements including the outlets, outdoor activity areas and exterior façade.” The revitalization of the Crowne Plaza San Marcos Hotel is being driven by a team of local and respected development and hospitality leaders,

Coleman says, including Cooper Riley, Strategic Hospitality Group LLC, Otak, J Kattman Associates LLC and GF Management. The hotel will remain open during the renovation, Coleman says. “The renovation schedule has been developed to provide for minimal impact to our guests’ experience,” he says. “Management will continually advise new and returning guests as well as the community on the status of the project as we move through this exciting process.” The Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort is located at One N. San Marcos Pl., in Chandler. For more information, visit crowneplaza.com/Chandler or call 480-812-0900. Alison Stanton is a freelance writer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at Alison@SanTanSun.com.

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Education clinic tests water The Environmental Education Center, 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler, will be conducting an educational environmental water clinic 7 to 8 p.m. Thu., July 25. Registration begins at 6:30 p.m. Free testing for chlorine, herbicides, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, arsenic, heavy metal, lead, uranium, chloramines, disinfectants, disinfectant by-products, aluminum, VOCs, inorganic chemicals, plastics, gasoline and other fuels will be conducted for participants who bring in a sample of their own water. Dr. Gail Kopin of Alternative Health Associates of Gilbert and a local health team of educators and water experts will conduct the clinic. Call the Environmental Education Center at 480-782-2890 for more information.

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Engine Company 281, a rescue team, Battalion 281 and equipment or, in the future, an additional company. In terms of response, Carlson explains stations are called by response time to the call—by approximate mileage to the call and time to travel. “Units are dispatched by GPS—wherever they are in the city, the closest unit goes to a call,” he says. Fire stations are planned by call volume and specific response diamonds, an area that a fire engine can travel from a fixed point—the fire station—and where the majority of calls inside a four-minute diamond occur. “What we try to do is four-minute travel time,” Carlson says. “One minute for personnel to get on the truck and get it started and four minutes to travel. We try to do that in 90% of the calls.” Coverage gaps are on the east part of the city where there is a border with Gilbert and in the southeast portion of the city near the Loop 202 freeway. Relocating the station allows absorption of calls east and southeast of the city. Built in 1990, the current location of Fire Station No. 1 overlaps in areas. Each fire station covers approximately a 2-mile radius around the station. Moving Fire Station No. 1 stretches the district so that the stations meet up with one another instead of overlapping. Multifamily housing, traffic issues and industrial growth impact the location of the fire stations. Chandler maintains 10 strategically located fire stations. All stations have one engine, six have rescue and one has an engine and ladder. Fire Station No. 1 has eight staff members—four on the engine, two on the rescue and two on the battalion chief. Carlson mentions that construction isn’t expected to start on the new station until December or January. The design is finished and the build will take around eight to nine months with completion anticipated in fall 2014. Learn more about the Chandler Fire Department at chandleraz.gov/fire.

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the staff at the center is nothing short of a passion. With the center, there are four main programs: the Food Bank, Family Resource Center, Community Action Program and the off-site Senior Center programs. The food bank is a main component of the center’s operations. Each year they distribute more than 15,000 food boxes which provide nourishment to more than 50,000 children and adults. Both fresh and nonperishable food are distributed each week and sourced through a variety of methods. “We receive food that is donated from places like Papa John’s, Chipotle Mexican Grill and Fresh & Easy,” explains Donovan. “We also receive additional food donations from a variety of faith organizations, businesses and local grocers.” On a federal level, they receive food from United Food Bank. The center passes out food in accordance to a family’s size, also taking into consideration any special dietary needs they might have, or if they have an infant. Additionally, they distribute milk coupons that can be redeemed for fresh milk at participating grocery stores for families with children between 1 and 5 years old. The summer months present a challenge to the food bank operations because donations tend to drop off because there are many people on vacation and it is not the holiday season. They accept perishable and nonperishable food items, baby formula and diapers. Due to a recent expansion at the center, they have multiple walk-in refrigerators and freezers to assist with food storage. The

staff and volunteers do a tremendous job each week categorizing, boxing food and ensuring that families receive a variety of nutritional food. The Family Resource Center, added to the Chandler Christian Community Center in 2010, has a variety of programs designed to strengthen families and provide educational experiences. Giggles, Squiggles and Squirms early literacy program is from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday and Thursday. There is also an Interactive Family Play from 8:30 to 10 a.m. every Friday as well as during emergency food bank hours. During this program, positive and productive interaction is encouraged and supported. These programs are multigenerational, multiethnic and provide a safe, educational-style environment where staff will take the time to answer questions from parents and lead productive play. The Community Action Program is a needs-based program that provides rental and utility assistance in an effort to curb homelessness. “We remove barriers to those that need assistance,” notes Donovan. Many other resources are available to the community, including referrals for home repairs and food, clothing and emergency shelter and housing, job training and employment and educational referrals. After the initial application, a determination is made for what programs and necessities a person qualiﬁes. Prescreening packets are available online. Senior Center activities take place at the Chandler and Gilbert senior centers. In addition to being a low-cost congregate

FOR FAMILIES: The Family Resource Center offers many opportunities for positive family interactions. STSN photo by Lynette Carrington

meal site with 25,601 meals served in their dining rooms last year, 38,551 meals were delivered to the homebound and elderly within the community. When meals are delivered, staff is trained to do routine wellness checks and be alert for situations that might require medical or other types of help. The senior centers also have hundreds of fun and engaging activities including Zumba, Tai Chi, Bingo and outings to various restaurants. The Chandler Senior Center is located at 202 E. Boston St., located south and east of Chandler Boulevard and Arizona Avenue and the Gilbert Senior Center is located at 130 N. Oak St., west and north of Gilbert and Elliot roads. Chandler Christian Community Center is very grateful for the many hours, dedication and uplifting spirit of their volunteers. “We really rely on our volunteers and they are so wonderful,” states Donovan.

They assist in nearly every aspect of the center and their assistance is valuable. In 2012, there were more than 1,100 volunteers who contributed more than 31,000 hours. In fact, some individual volunteers have been with the center a decade or more, and one very wellbehaved volunteer is only a few years old. New volunteers are always welcome at the center. Chandler Christian Community Center is located at 345 S. California St. in Chandler, west of Arizona Avenue and Frye Road. SNAP and AHCCCS program applications can be done at the site. Visit chandlerfoodbank.org or call 480-9631423 for additional information. Monetary donations can be made directly online. Lynette Carrington is a freelancer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at news@santansun.com.

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ICAN recognized for quality programming and services Compadres partner with ICAN’s shoe drive Chandler’s nonprofit ICAN is recognized by the Council of Accreditation (COA) for its delivery of high-quality programming and services, which meet more than 400 standards of excellence. ICAN is one of only 21 organizations in the Arizona that are accredited by COA. “ICAN is honored to be recognized by the Council of Accreditation for our quality programming,” says Becky Jackson, ICAN chief executive officer. “Since becoming accredited, COA standards have helped strengthen ICAN and confirmed the organization is truly a community resource that families trust and respect for its high quality and success.” COA’s mission is to partner with human service organizations worldwide to improve service delivery outcomes by developing, applying and promoting accreditation standards. COA is an independent, not-for-profit, international accreditor of the full array of social and behavioral healthcare services for children, youth, adults, seniors and families. ICAN first applied for accreditation in 2009, ensuring youth programs exceeded the standards set for program quality. ICAN provides quality programs to an average of 250 youth daily. Kicks for Kids The Chandler Compadres have

partnered with ICAN to support its Kicks for Kids shoe drive, helping to outﬁt more than 400 youth with new pairs of shoes for the upcoming school year. Providing support for East Valley families in need for more than 30 years, the Chandler Compadres are also supporting ICAN as a gold sponsor of the upcoming Festival of Trees event, which generates signiﬁcant funding for ICAN’s free programs annually. “The Chandler Compadres and ICAN have a strong partnership because we believe in making changes for youth in the community who need it most,” explains Michael Deutsch, Chandler Compadres president. “The impact is evident with ICAN and the Kicks for Kids shoe drive is another way to provide something that many families wouldn’t have access to without this initiative.” Kicks for Kids shoe drive continues through July. Needed shoe sizes include boys’ and girls’ sizes one through six. For more information contact ICAN at 480821-4207 or visit icanaz.org.

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Hill sisters could be anywhere in the United States Sisters Ashley and Brittany Hill, who last year made a 33-hour nonstop drive in their new ﬂame-red Jeep Wrangler from Hinsdale, IL back home to Chandler, saw the Sonoran desert with a new perspective. “With our Jeep Wrangler ﬁnally in Phoenix, Brittany, ‘Brit’ and I have made it a daily ritual to go to AJ’s grocery store to receive our fresh-brewed, piping hot and most of all, affordable Illy Coffee. We were lucky to encounter Jeremy Basha, a friend from my adolescence,” Ashley

wrote on her blog. But months later, on the way to observe the National Cherry Blossom Festival, the sisters learned of the passing of Jeremy’s dad, Eddie Basha, who they considered to be an historic Arizonan and American legend. The sisters made it a top priority to go to the Eddie Basha memorial service at ASU Gammage. Read about their travels and thoughts at magazine. asu.edu/blog/memoriam/sun-devilscelebrate-american-legend-eddie-basha.

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Discover Vietnam, Nominate your Cambodia with favorite business Gilbert Chamber The Gilbert and Tempe chambers of commerce in conjunction with Chamber Exploration, is sponsoring an eight-day inclusive group travel trip to Vietnam and Cambodia departing Mon. Nov. 11. Tours feature Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and Hanoi. 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. The cost, $2,999 per person, is based on double-occupancy and includes round-trip airfare from Los Angeles, seven nights in ﬁrstclass hotels, 11 meals, baggage and handling, professional English-speaking guides, motor coach transportation, admissions/sightseeing per itinerary and all taxes and fuel surcharges. Interested travelers can learn about this all-inclusive opportunity at an informative meeting. Review of the itinerary and general questions will be answered at one of two scheduled times: 6 p.m., Tue., Aug. 20 at a location to be announced and 6:30 p.m., Wed., Aug. 21, at the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, 119 N. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert. Information is available at gilbertaz.com/ vietnam.

Nominations are being accepted by Arizona State University’s W.P. Carey School of Business for its 2013 Spirit of Enterprise Award. 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. To be considered for the award the 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. Cold Stone Creamery, Ollie the Trolley, China Mist, Total Transit (Discount Cab), GlobalMed and WebPT are some of the previous winners. “We’re looking for firms that demonstrate ethics, energy and excellence in entrepreneurship,” says Gary Naumann, director of the Spirit of Enterprise Center at the W.P. Carey School of Business. “They should have a great story and a positive culture internally, and be exemplary community partners in terms of how they give back.” Once nominated, the company will have until July 31 to complete an awards application. 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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Grove Coffee serves fresh brews Nestled in a scenic grove of pistachio trees, Grove Coffee serves locally roasted organic coffee with a premium line of syrups and specialty drinks. Located between Queen Creek and Germann roads, at 2777 S. Gilbert Rd., Chandler, Grove Coffee features new local artwork each month and a variety of books for sale. Brewing Provisions Coffee, a local roaster, sources beans directly CUP O’ JOE: The art of espresso is apparent in from Guatemala every perfectly pulled shot at Grove Coffee. Submitted photo and maintains direct relationships with farmers. Proﬁts go to support global and local outreach efforts, including Live Love, an organization that is working with the City of Chandler to improve the downtown community. Grove Coffee is open 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Find more information at Facebook.com/grovecoffeeaz or email grovecoffee@thegroveaz.org.

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Coffee & MCLD scores $50K Connections Target grant helps businesses Coffee & Connections, a quarterly series presented by the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in partnership with the Innovations Science & Technology Incubator in Chandler, will be presenting information about Small Business Innovation and Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer programs at “A Beginners Guide to the SBIR/STTR Programs” 7:30 to 9 a.m. Thu., July 18 at the Innovations Incubator, 145 S. 79th St., Chandler. The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required due to limited seating. The program will be presented by Tom Swann, business analyst, Maricopa Small Business Development Center. Attendees will learn how the programs work, the difference between the two programs and how specific government agencies differ. Information will be provided regarding the benefits to the small business, how the three phase programs work and instructions on how to find specific topics of interest. Tips will be provided on what small businesses should do to prepare to participate in the SBIR/STTR programs. Register for Coffee & Connections at maricopasbdc.com or call Sanjay Dhole at the Small Business Development Center at 480-784-0591.

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Target Corp. awarded a $50,000 grant to the Maricopa County Library District’s 2013 summer reading program, Maricopa County Reads. The grant will be used to provide incentives and tools that encourage youngsters to visit their local libraries and read. “At Target, we are committed to serving local communities where we do business,” says Laysha Ward, president, community relations, at Target. “That’s why we are proud to partner with the Maricopa County Library District as we work to strengthen communities and enrich the lives of our guests and team members.” This year’s summer reading program will likely garner more than 81,000 participants, more than half of whom are projected to be early childhood readers. “One of our primary summer reading program objectives is to help younger readers maintain or improve their reading skills in fun ways when school is out,” says Cindy Kolaczynski, Library District director and county librarian. “We are fortunate to ﬁnd in Target a partner organization that cares for planting and nurturing the seeds of literacy as much as we do.” All four Chandler Public Library branches are participating in the reading program that is open to 61 Maricopa County public libraries through July 27.

Chandler resident and owner of Merino Skin Care USA, Judy Reber, created Crack Blaster—a balm that repairs and protects extremely dry and cracked skin. Using natural ingredients of lanolin and sweet almond oil, the Crack Blaster softens cuticles and helps to relieve split fingertips and calluses. It is also useful on cracked heels, rough cuticles, hard patches of eczema or psoriasis, itching and to soften fingertips of diabetic patients. Reber first discovered the restorative effects on her 7-year-old niece who suffers from eczema. She applied Merino Lip Balm and within a week the patches of eczema were gone. Reber created the lip balm as a larger product to help find relief for those who suffer from dry, cracked skin. For more information about Crack Blaster, visit merinousa.com.

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Verde Salon stylists earn master certification Verde Salon stylists earned their Master Colorist Accreditation from Organic Salon Systems in May, becoming the first in the nation to so. Verde Salon, 1900 W. Germann Rd., Suite 11, Chandler, is owned by Stephanie Schmidt, and is an upscale, nontoxic salon utilizing Organic Color Systems hair color, perms and smoothing systems. Schmidt, an organic salon systems region educator, and her staff demonstrated their skills and created a body of work to be entitled “An Autumn Romance— Verde 2013 Fall Collection” for Organic Salon Systems. The class and photo shoot were conducted over a three-day period in May. Also in May, Verde Salon hosted the first Organic Color Systems Certification class in Arizona. Stylists from as far away as Alaska attended the class to become certified colorists in Organic Salon Systems. Chanel Edens achieved her certification, joining Verde Salon’s team of top colorist and artists in their field. “Organic Color Certification was designed and intended to spotlight the Top 20 of this industry,” says Rebecca Gregory, technical director for Organic Salon Systems. “I recognize these stylists for providing top-notch service and guaranteed color results like no other.” To schedule an appointment or for more information call 480-786-1111 or visit verdesalonaz.com.

TRAINING DAY: Verde Salon stylists, from left to right, Chanel Edens, Hannah Brooks, owner Stephanie Schmidt, Nonnie Knight and Lacey Grace, are the ﬁrst in the nation to become accredited master colorists from Organic Salon Systems. Submitted photo

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Paul’s Car Care: A one-stop auto repair shop BY ALISON STANTON

When Paul Cadieux moved from Canada to Arizona, he had one goal in mind—to own an auto repair shop. In October 1999 Cadieux fulfilled his dream when he opened Paul’s Car Care in Chandler. The family-owned business—Cadieux’s wife Maureen works in the front office— provides bumper-to-bumper services for a wide range of foreign and domestic vehicles. From servicing and repairing transmissions and engines to fixing timing belts, checking engine lights and much more, Cadieux says, with the exception of body work, his shop can handle it all. “We are truly a one-stop shop, and we provide full car care using only top quality parts,” he says. “We are not afraid to tackle more complex jobs that involve things like removing the entire dashboard and other repairs.” Paul’s Car Care also handles a significant number of alignments, Cadieux says. “We have a Hunter laser alignment machine, and the service is performed by top technicians.” One of the things that helps to set his business apart, Cadieux says, is his commitment to making sure air conditioning repair is done correctly. “Some people will just pump Freon into the vehicle but they don’t really have a clue as to what they are doing,” he says,

FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED: Since the day he opened Paul’s Car Care in Chandler, Paul Cadieux has taken pride in offering his clients top-notch customer service. Submitted photo

adding that overcharging a vehicle with Freon is just as bad as undercharging it. “When people will try to put in their own Freon, they will usually put in too much and overcharge it. When this happens, the compressor will have to work harder than it should, which can lead to the early death of the air conditioning system.” Cadieux says his technicians are careful

to do every air conditioning service based strictly on the manufacturer’s speciﬁcations for the particular vehicle. “When we are servicing the air conditioning, we reclaim the Freon that is in the system, and then we pull a vacuum which removes moisture and contaminants and then recharge it. If the manufacturer’s speciﬁcations say to use 1.43 pounds of Freon, then that is

what we will put in. If you do it this way, everything runs colder and we rarely have comebacks.” No matter what type of maintenance, diagnostics or repairs are taking place at his business, Cadieux says customer service and satisfaction are the top priority. For example, Cadieux and his service technicians always keep the old parts to show the customer and help explain what has been replaced on their vehicle. Cadieux says he, his wife and their employees enjoy working with their customers, many of whom come back time and time again and also refer friends and family. “I love the clientele that I work with; 99.9% of them are very friendly and they are all super nice people. I enjoy clowning around and kidding around with them,” Cadieux says, adding that the one-on-one interaction with his customers is one of the things he enjoys most about his work. “I like what I do. It’s the only reason I keep doing it.” Paul’s Car Care is located at 1459 N. Arizona Ave., in Chandler. Hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For information call 480-786-0861 or visit paulscarcarechandler.com. Alison Stanton is a freelance writer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at Alison@SanTanSun.com.

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Chompie’s annual customer appreciation celebration MGMC recognized for women’s health excellence Chompie’s, Arizona’s New York Deli since 1979 is hosting its fourth annual “Customer Appreciation Ultimate Slider Celebration” with 99 cent—regularly $3.99—Jewish Sliders 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., or while supplies last, Wed., July 17, at all four of its Phoenix-area locations. This annual event is Chompie’s way of saying thank you for the 34 years of customer support. More than 11,495 Jewish sliders were purchased during last year’s one-day celebration. Made famous in 2010 on Travel Channel’s “Man v. Food” when host Adam Richman attempted the ultimate slider challenge, the Jewish sliders are made with Chompie’s fresh-baked mini challah roll filled with moist lean brisket, mini potato pancake and Jack cheese, served with a side of brown gravy. Of the hundreds of attempts to complete the ultimate slider challenge, only 11 people have conquered the platter filled with 12 original sliders and a mound of fried onion strings. Winners receive the meal for free, an ultimate slider T-shirt and a coveted spot on Chompie’s Wall of Fame. “It’s amazing what a not-solittle sandwich can do,” says Wendy Borenstein-Tucker, co-owner of Chompie’s. “It makes people happy and brings them together. That’s what Chompie’s has always been about.” Chompie’s Chandler location is in the

99 CENTS: Chompie’s shows its customers its appreciation with 99-cent Jewish Sliders on July 17 at Chompie’s fourth annual “Customer Appreciation Ultimate Slider Celebration.” Submitted photo

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OnTrac moves to Price Road Corridor OnTrac, an Arizona-based company that provides overnight shipping and ground rates to businesses and consumers in the eight western states, is relocating its corporate headquarters from Phoenix to the Price Road Corridor, at 2501 S. Price Rd., Chandler. The company will occupy 65,000 square feet of the space in the building. “We’ve begun construction and will spend in excess of $5 million on the relocation of our corporate headquarters,” says Rob Humphrey,

president of OnTrac. “And, we expect to bring more than 850 jobs to the City of Chandler over the term of the lease.” OnTrac joins other employers in the Price Corridor in key industries of aerospace, life sciences, high technology, R&D, manufacturing and advanced business services. “Chandler’s central location and quick access to the interstate and freeways make it an excellent choice for businesses that have

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ON TRACK FOR ONTRAC: Mayor Jay Tibshraeny and Rob Humphrey, president of OnTrac, meet in the new corporate headquarters location in the Price Road Corridor of Chandler. Submitted photo

Bootcamp Boxing opens in Chandler Bootcamp Boxing Centers of America is opening July 20 on the southeast corner of Ray and Rural roads in Chandler. Don Alexander, a professional boxer who has trained celebrities and athletes like Larry Fitzgerald, will teach self-defense to promote self-conﬁdence for youth and to help the ﬁght against bullying. Youth and adults can get in the ring, get in shape and feel better all around. Work in the ring will be videotaped for athome viewing. The center will be offering classes designed to help veterans combat PTSD and plans to work with Wounded Warriors and other veterans organizations to help soldiers. State-of-the-art equipment includes the Move Strong Machine which allows for 22 different exercises and a kickboxing machine for boxing and kickboxing. A variety of classes, personal training and open gym times are also available. Gym hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. for members. Classes start at 5 a.m. with a variety of classes throughout the day. The center is located at 4939 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. For more information call 480-685-8393 or go to bootcampboxingcenters.com.

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Liz Murray, owner of Renaissance Home Staging & Redesign, will be presenting “Myths and Mistakes about Home Staging,” 10 to 11 a.m. Sat., July 10 at Chandler Public Library—Downtown Branch, 22 S. Delaware St., Chandler. Murray, a professional home stager, will offer participants information about controlling the “visual clutter” to potential home sellers, including tips and techniques to maximize the potential of any sellers home. The event is free and no registration is required. To learn more, call Liz Murray at 480-857-1437 or visit renaissance-homestaging.com.

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NEW RETAIL COMING: Two years after the new Chandler South Target Store opened on Arizona Avenue south of Ocotillo Road in Southern Chandler, construction is underway to add additional retailers. As part of the 73-acre Paseo Lindo development, shopping center management company Red Development shows LA Fitness on its map as a second anchor east of the Target store. According to a SanTan Sun News interview in 2011 with Steve Backman, vice president of RED Development, a number of sit-down and fast-casual restaurants, fashion, teen and children’s apparel and other complementary concepts had “shown strong interest” in Paseo Lindo for a possible 2013 start. Retailers now open on the south side of the shopping center include Fastmed Urgent Care, Five Guys Burgers & Fries, Starbucks, Supercuts, Wendy’s and Yogurtopia, with a Chick-ﬁl-A awaiting construction. The Target Store is located at 3777 S. Arizona Ave., on the east side of the street. STSN photo by Laurie Fagen

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CCC announces businesses of the year The 26th Chandler Community Awards has announced the businesses of the year recognizing outstanding businesses and individuals from the Chandler community. Among those honorees are SanTan Brewing and Avnet Inc. For a complete list of honorees, visit chandlerchamber.blogspot.com/2013/06/thechandler-chamber-community-awards.html.

SanTan Brewing small business of the year SanTan Brewing Company was named Small Business of the Year by the Chandler Chamber of Commerce (CCC) at an awards ceremony in May. This is the ﬁrst time SanTan Brewing Company has been honored as Small Business of the Year in Chandler. “We are humbled to receive this award and honored to be part of the growth of Chandler,” says Anthony Canecchia, owner and head brewer of SanTan Brewing Company. “With the support of the Chandler community, we look forward to even more success in the years to come. Each year the Chandler Chamber of Commerce calls upon the community to nominate local business owners, businesses, educators and individuals to be considered for this award. “There were many great reasons why SanTan stuck out as a clear winner with our committee members,” says Terri Kimble, president and CEO for the CCC. “They are the epitome of what a small business should be; operating with a clear vision, creating jobs, expanding

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CHEERS: SanTan Brewing Company co-owners, from left to right, Jamie Hoffman, Heather Sterling, Aaron Sanchez and Anthony Canecchia, with Jack Sellers, vice mayor of the City of Chandler. Submitted photo

and giving back to those in need topped our list of reasons. SanTan’s quality craft beer and commitment to staying in Chandler and supporting the community are winning qualities of a successful small business.” Established in 2007 in downtown Chandler, SanTan Brewing began distributing their core and season brews throughout Arizona in 2009. The brewpub and SanTan beers have won numerous national and statewide awards including a silver medal at the 2011 Great American Beer Festival, a gold medal at the 2012 US Open Beer Championships and 2011 Best Brewery in Arizona, selected by the Phoenix New Times. Visit SanTan Brewing Company at 8 S. San Marcos Pl., Chandler, 11 to 1 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. For information, visit santanbrewing.com.

Avnet Inc., a Fortune 500 company and leading global technology distributor was honored as the Business of the Year by the Chandler Chamber of Commerce. Nominated by several community members and nonprofit organizations, a committee comprised of city leaders, nonprofit organizations and other businesses selected Avnet from a list of nearly 30 other nominated companies. Avnet earned the Business of the Year award for its ongoing commitment to the Chandler community. “Our employees demonstrate their passion for the local community through their involvement with a variety of nonprofit groups in need,” says Robert Brenner, senior vice president of warehousing and distribution at Avnet Inc. “Avnet has two major distribution facilities located in Chandler and we foster a culture where employees are empowered and encouraged to reach out and make a difference. It’s all about giving back to the community. The Chandler Chamber of Commerce’s recognition of Avnet as a Business of the Year emphasizes our contributions to the area in which we live and work.” Terri Kimble, president and CEO of the Chandler Chamber of Commerce, says, “The Chandler Chamber and the selection committee are pleased to honor Avnet with the Business of the Year award. Avnet is a great supporter of Chandler and the Chandler Community. Avnet is very involved with community outreach programs and contributes to the growth of our local economy, which is why they fit the description of the Business of the Year perfectly. We congratulate them and thank them for all that they do here in Chandler.” More information about Avnet’s community relations activities can be found at avnet.me/17969.

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Chandler Chamber of Commerce events Start Up Lab The Start Up Lab has various sessions that offer a unique program that uses real-life examples of business problems and show how using technology can help solve those problems. This will in turn help small businesses grow and succeed. The classes provide the tools to research and address the challenges that startups face every day. The class is 2 to 3 p.m. Tue., July 9 at Chandler Chamber of Commerce. The class is free. Wake-Up Chandler Wake-Up Chandler is a networking event being held 7:30 to 9 a.m. Wed., July 10 at Famous Dave’s, 3250 W. Frye Rd., Chandler. Businesses should bring brochures and promotional items and be prepared to give a 30-second commercial about your company. The event is $5 for member, $15 for nonmembers. South Valley Dentistry ribbon cutting South Valley Dentistry will have an open house at its ribbon-cutting ceremony 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wed., July 10 at 2905 W. Warner Rd., Suite 15, Chandler, to welcome the business into the community. Lunch Club Network and have lunch with other businesses in the Chandler community. Businesses will have a chance to exchange business cards, as well as provide a gift from their business to use as a door prize. Lunch club is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mon., July 15 at Amalﬁ Pizzeria, 4991 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 12, Chandler. The cost is $10. Business Golf Join individuals and companies and meet new business associates, build lasting relationships and gain future business connections 7 to 10 a.m. Wed., July 17 at Foothills Golf Club, 2201 E. Clubhouse Dr., Phoenix. Businesses can

bring customers, staff or prospective clients. Cost is $29 for members and nonmembers. Crowd Funding workshop Learn key components of crowd funding and ﬁnd out if crowd funding is right for your business at a workshop 3 to 5 p.m. Thu., July 18 at Chandler Chamber of Commerce. The event is $25 for member and nonmembers and free for veterans with vetsfastlaunch.org. Business after Business Meet new chamber members, make business contacts and get a chance to win the “Chamber Cash Pot!” sponsored by Thorobred Chevrolet. This monthly business after business event is 5 to 7 p.m. Thu., July 18, at Outback Steakhouse, 2520 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler. Cost is $5 for members, $15 for nonmembers. Success Dynamics Leads Group Leads group meets every Monday morning to help business members network and grow their businesses. Each member is given the opportunity to give the group information about their company, talk about upcoming events and sales that are running. Meets 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Mon., July 8 and 15 at Brunchies, 17 E. Boston St., Chandler. First two visits are free. Business Connection Leads Group Chandler Business Connection Leads Group meets every Tuesday to help business members network and grow their business. Each member is given the opportunity to give the group information about their company, talk about upcoming events and sales that are running. Meets 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Tue., July 9 and 16 at BLD, 1920 W. Germann Rd., Chandler. First two visits are free.

Sun Lakes Networking Group This leads group focuses on building business relationships in the Sun Lakes area with the support of the Chandler Chamber of Commerce. The mission of this group is to develop trustworthy relationships in the Sun Lakes community while promoting ethical business and returning to the basics of doing business with a handshake. Meets 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wed., July 10 and 17 at Pecan Grove Restaurant, 4960 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler. First two visits are free. Go-Getters Leads Group The Go-Getters Leads Group is a business referral network that helps businesses interact and network. The group meets every Thursday to help business members network and grow their business. Meets 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at Mimi’s Café, 2800 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler. First two visits are free. Friday Café Leads Group Meeting every Friday to help members interact and grow their business, the Friday Café Leads Group gives each member the opportunity to give the group information about their company, talk about upcoming events and sales that they are running. Meets 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Fri., July 12 and 19 at Chompie’s Delicatessen Restaurant, 3481 W. Frye Rd., Chandler. First two visits are free. Contact the Chamber The Chandler Chamber of Commerce is at 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201. Unless otherwise speciﬁed, for more information and to register for these programs, call 480-963-4571, visit chandlerchamber.com or meetup.com/ChandlerChamber.

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CORPORATE CHRONICLES TrustBank recently hired Chandler resident Jason Richards as senior portfolio manager. Richards has more than 19 years of experience in the ﬁnancial services industry. Prior to joining TrustBank he served as senior portfolio manager for BMO Harris Bank. Richards also spent 10 years with Northern Trust Bank, managing client assets. He earned a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and is a member of the Phoenix CFA Society and CFA Institute. Kim Abel was recently promoted to business banking assistant supervisor for Western State Bank. Her duties include assisting the Business Banking Team with customer service, preparing loan documents and various other responsibilities. Abel served as loan administrative assistant at Western before being promoted. John’s Refrigeration Heating and Cooling, a local, family-owned HVAC company, has won Gilbert’s Family

Business of the Year Award. Sponsored by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, this prestigious award recognizes a successful local business that employs at least two family members. John’s was started back in 1970 and serves the Greater Phoenix area and the East Valley. AlliedPRA Arizona, a Destination Management Co. based in Chandler, announced the appointment of Angela Hofford, Destination Certiﬁed Professional (DMCP) as general manager. Hofford has worked with the company for more than 12 years and has held positions in operations, account management and sales. Her most recent position was director of sales which she held for four years. Hofford will be responsible for developing the goals and direction of the company, leadership and management of the ofﬁce, developing client and vendor relations and managing the marketing and employee and client satisfaction. Plaza Companies has been awarded the leasing and brokerage services for a large medical portfolio in Greater Phoenix that includes Price Warner Medical Center in Chandler. Plaza Companies added 15

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new properties signiﬁcantly expanding their overall leasing portfolio throughout the Valley. Megan Sherwood and Perry Gabuzzi of Plaza will oversee a major portion of the portfolio’s properties in Phoenix, Chandler, Mesa and Scottsdale. Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbert medical centers credentialed eight physicians recently, including Joanna Andujar, M.D., pediatrics; Charles Atkinson, M.D., general surgery; Tarun Chugh, M.D., internal medicine; Ann Cheri Foxx Leach, M.D., pain medicine; Nicole Penke, M.D., ophthalmology; Hagop Poshoghilan, M.D., pediatrics; Chris Salvino, M.D., general surgery; Shawn Stevenson, D.O., general surgery. More than 900 credentialed physicians practice at Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbert. Info: 1-877-728-5414, ChandlerRegional.org or MercyGilbert. org. Robert Rossi, Ed.D., of Phoenix, is the new executive director and chief executive ofﬁcer of Arizona Ball Charter Schools, overseeing the organization’s three campuses, which include Dobson

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New store in old Target A new store called Shoppers Ranch & Home Supply is open in the original Ocotillo Target store on the northwest corner of Alma School and Queen Creek roads in Southern Chandler. The store, which includes automotive, clothing, sporting goods, footwear along with feed and pet supplies, is also online at shoppersfarmstore.com.

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Little league reaching for ‘big league’ greatness BY LYNETTE CARRINGTON

More than 1,000 eager baseball players participated in Chandler National Little League last year. Each child receives fantastic sports instruction and much more. Players also learn good sportsmanship, playing strategy and proper techniques as well as making lifelong friends in the process. Chandler National Little League’s divisions are broken down according to age: Rookie: ages 4-6; A: ages 7-8; AA: ages 9-10; AAA: ages 10-11; Majors: ages 11-12; Juniors: ages 13-14; and Seniors: ages 13-16. Children who live in zip codes 85225, 85248, 85249, 85249 and 85286 are eligible to participate and a boundary map is available on its website. The All Star season is underway. It encompasses seven different teams: two teams of 12 and younger, one team of 11 and younger, two teams of 10 and younger and one team of Juniors. Doug Brewster is serving his fourth year as president of the Chandler National Little League. He has seen the league grow in the past four years; half of the 1,000 players are 8 and younger, attesting to the strong draw the league continues to have. Brewster does not have a child on the team; he just loves being a part of the sport. “We have a board of 15 and about half of those don’t have kids in the league,” Brewster says. With so many kids playing in the All Star division, which runs through August including State and Championships,

teams have been split into North and South divisions. “It’s fun,” says Brad Moore, the coach of the Chandler National South division. “It gets kind of crazy sometimes, but I love it.” Moore speaks as water balloons went whizzing past his head while the kids readied for their daily practice. The water balloon fight is an annual tradition among the players, and Moore promptly sends five players over to chat. Hunter Barth plays center field and absolutely loves baseball—and school. “I don’t have a problem,” says Barth. “I usually get straight As.” He hopes to one day play for the Cincinnati Reds. Trenton Pallas, who helms second base, has been playing baseball for five years. When asked what he enjoys the most about Chandler National Little League, Pallas says, “I just like playing the game.” He thinks that he might want to play for the Arizona Diamondbacks, but Pallas quickly recants, “Scratch that; the Washington Nationals!” T.J. Sifferman plays short stop and has also been playing baseball for five years. He loves that he gets to practice every day except Sundays with his friends. “I’m going to play for the Angels,” announces Sifferman of his intentions to play for the Los Angeles team. He also singles out his teammates and coaches as his favorite things about league. Third baseman Michael Diaz is having a lively discussion with his teammates about the differences between the Notre

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SOUTH TEAM: The Chandler National Little League South Team, age 11 and younger: Hunter Barth, Trenton Pallas, T.J. Siffermann, Michael Diaz and Tyler Moore. STSN photo by Lynette Carrington

Dame and Harvard college baseball teams. Diaz quickly notes, “I’m going to Oregon for college and then to Toronto. I’m going out of the USA,” he quips of his desire to play for the Blue Jays. Of note, Diaz has been playing ball since he was 4. Tyler Moore, Coach Brad Moore’s son, plays first base and has been dubbed the “team clown.” In his fun and gregarious nature, Tyler exclaims his Major League intentions, “I’d have to play for someone who has a bad first baseman: The Giants.” He also says that when he makes his first million from playing ball, he plans to buy a Ferrari. Some former league players have indeed gone on to the majors. In 2013, Cody Bellinger was a fourth round draft pick for the Los Angeles Dodgers, and

Patrick Murphy was a third round draft pick for the Toronto Blue Jays. Likewise, Field Denny played ball for the league as a youngster and now serves as the division director for the Juniors and is information ofﬁcer. James Worth Sr. and Tammy Worth watch their son, James Worth Jr., as he practices. They explain the commitment that this level of baseball takes. “He only plays baseball and he plays year-round,” says Tammy. As parents, they chauffeur their son to and from baseball practice, but the team pitches in to create a larger, family environment. “I get off of work and immediately come here,” notes Tammy. Evening meals can be a challenge. “We set something up with all the families and we eat here.”

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FOR THE RECORD

RUNNING THE SHOW: Chandler National Little League President Doug Brewster, Board Treasurer Susan Ross and Board Member Jeff DePodesta. STSN photo by Lynette Carrington

The payoff is worth it. The North and South Teams routinely place very well in every level of competition. Last year, the 11-year-olds North team won the state championship. In 2003, before there were North and South teams, they made it to the World Series semi-ﬁnals and went to the World Series again in 2007. Chandler National Little League has a large variety of team sponsorship opportunities available for businesses that offer exposure at the various playing venues and in print programs. For more information on sponsorships or general league information, visit chandlernational.com. Lynette Carrington is a freelancer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at news@ santansun.com.

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Chandler pools offer special summer fun Several summer special events are still ahead at Chandler aquatic centers. “Day at the Beach” from 8 to 10 p.m. Wed., July 17 features family fun with relay races with inner tubes, water balloon contests and prizes at Folley Pool, 600 E. Fairview, Chandler. Arrowhead Pool, 1475 W. Erie St., hosts “Disco after Dark” from 8 to 10 p.m., Thu., July 18, with night swimming, games and prizes. The end of summer is celebrated from noon to 3 p.m. Sat., July 27 at “Summer Palooza” at Desert Oasis Aquatic Center, 1400 W. Summit Pl. Visit chandleraz.gov to learn more.

Fulton Ranch Kids Inc. enrolling One free week of infant care is offered as a sign-on bonus for new families who enroll their children before July 31 at Kids Inc., 4991 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler. The Fulton Ranch Promenade school provides individualized, loving infant care focusing on ﬁne and gross motor skills, receptive and expressive language skills and hand-eye coordination. Visit kidsinclearningcenters.com or call 480-8215437 to learn more.

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New Vistas teacher honored Stacey Trepanier, a sixthgrade teacher at Chandler’s New Vistas Center for Education, is the Patricia Behring National History Day Teacher of the Year for Arizona. Trepanier, a 14-year teaching veteran, was given the honor by Arizona Historical Society Executive Director Megan Gately for her exemplary instruction, creative teaching methods and commitment to teaching students to value history and its relevance to today. The award qualiﬁes Trepanier to compete this summer for the national award. “One of the most extraordinary things about Mrs. Trepanier is that she continues to work with students who have graduated from New Vistas and now attend junior high and high schools in the area,” says Gately. “I’ve never seen such devotion to present and former students.” Trepanier is the developer of an original program, “History Alive,” designed to actively engage students in critical thinking, debate and dramatic reenactments, encouraging creativity and originality. Last year, seven of Trepanier’s students competed in the National History Day program,

A free SAT workshop for East Valley students and their parents will be held by Tutor House Tutoring Services from noon to 1 p.m. Sat., July 20 in the Monsoon Room of the Sunset Library, 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. Workshop participants will learn about test format and scoring, question types, content, and strategies and techniques for SAT subjects. Tutor House is a family-owned and –operated learning center that provides a wide range of one-on-one and small-group tutoring 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. An individualized approach to education is offered, 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. Tutor House has locations at 100 W. Boston St., Suite 4, Chandler and 6139 S. Rural Rd., Suite 102, Tempe. To reserve a seat for the free SAT workshop, visit TutorHouseAZ.com. To learn more, call 480-857-1222 or email Tutoring@TutorHouseAZ.com.

TOP TEACHER: New Vistas teacher Stacey Trepanier proudly displays her award for National History Day Teacher of the Year. Submitted photo

with one student selected to submit a permanent display at Boeing Center’s World War II Museum in New Orleans. This year, the six students will compete nationally, with one student already chosen to permanently display her project at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. New Vistas Center for Education is a private school offering preschool through sixth grade at 670 N. Arizona Ave., Suite 35, Chandler. For more information, visit newvistasaz. com.

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Bilingual school hosts open house Chandler teen makes waves SanTan Sun-area parents can tour classrooms, meet teachers and learn more about bilingual Montessori education at an open house from 9 to 11 a.m. Sat., July 13 at Casa del Nino Bilingual Montessori, 2625 W. Queen Creek Rd., Suite 6, Chandler. Free food and activities are provided for children. Enrollment will be taken for the school’s last two-week summer session, offered to 3- to 8-year-olds, as

well as the 2013-14 school year, for 2- to 8-year-olds. Casa del Nino offers children the opportunity to learn and experience Spanish and English education using the Montessori philosophy. In addition to Montessori education, the school’s curriculum includes cooking, cultural lessons and Music Together. To learn more, call 480-963-2550 or visit casadelninobilingualmontessori.com.

Summer music camp still enrolling Strings, woodwind, brass and percussion students through ninth grade can enroll in the Metropolitan Youth Symphony Summer Music Camp, to be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 15 through 19 in Mesa. The summer music camp will feature instructor and local musician Taylor Morris, an alumnus of MYS’ fiddlers and symphonic groups and graduate of Dobson High School and ASU’s Barrett Honors College with a degree in violin performance. Morris maintains a private studio and assists the string faculty at Highland High School, and has toured internationally with the Canadian group Barrage. In addition to Morris, this summer’s faculty includes other highly regarded local conductors and musicians, such as John Kingsley, principal trumpet with Symphony of the Southwest, and Wayne Roederer, musical director of MYS. Special guest artists will also perform. Camp cost is $255 per week. A final concert will be held Fri., July 19. For an application or more information, visit azmys.org or call the MYS office at 480-456-9501.

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Miruthula Jegadesan of Chandler is the winner of a 2013 International EcoHero Award from Action for Nature for her Water for All Club, which has worked to raise funds to build wells in underserved areas of the world, including India and South Africa. On a family trip to India, Miruthula saw the lack of access to safe, clean water resources in rural villages, and was inspired to begin her Water for All project upon her return to the United States. After connecting with Living Water International (LWI), she founded the Water for All Club in her school, which began organizing fundraising events like walkathons and a 5k run, and hosting booths at cultural events. The funds were donated to LWI to build a well for a community in India. The Water for All Club is raising funds to build a well in South Africa, and is readying to identify another community in need of a clean and reliable water

source. Miruthula also plans to help friends establish new chapters of the club for schools in other states. Action for Nature is a U.S.based nonprofit organization recognizing and Miruthula Jegadesan rewarding young people ages 8 to 16 who take action to solve tough environmental problems. Each Eco-Hero Award winner receives a cash prize, a certificate of achievement and other benefits. To learn more about the 2013 Young Eco-Hero Award winners and their environmental initiatives, visit actionfornature.org.

Tasty treats for a good cause SanTan Sun-area residents are invited to beat the heat with a frozen treat while supporting a worthy cause between 3 and 8 p.m. Thu., July 18 at Frio Mio Frozen Yogurt, 4991 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler. A portion of proceeds from customers who mention Arizona Hands & Voices will beneﬁt Arizona Hands & Voices, a parent-driven organization supporting families raising children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Funds raised will help offset the cost of American Sign Language interpretation at local events. The organization’s coexecutive director, Maria Yenerich, is an Ocotillo resident. For more information, visit azhv.org.

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SanTan Sun-area families are invited to a free carnival for the community from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat., July 13, hosted by Carebear Preschool at Fulton Ranch, 244 W. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler. The event offers indoor and outdoor activities for kids of all ages, including summer-themed crafts, face painting, a bounce house and splash pad. Rafﬂe tickets sold at the event will beneﬁt the Hannah Huckfeldt Foundation, which provides resources and emotional support to families affected by childhood cancer. For more information, call 480-802-0058 or visit carebearpreschool.com.

Gearing up –Meet the Teacher is at 4:30 p.m. Thu., July 18; the ﬁrst day of school is July 22. CTA wishes all its families a safe and relaxing summer. —Wendi Olson

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Jacobson Jets Box Tops – Jacobson families are encouraged to keep collecting Box Tops for next year. —Robyn Kelly

Knox Knights New times – The Knox school day will begin at 9:10 a.m. and end at 3:40 p.m. beginning 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

WHAT A RACKET: Hamilton High School Boys Varsity Tennis team members recently named to the 2013 East Valley All-Tribune Boys Tennis team include, back row, left to right, senior Sanjay Srinivasan, junior Brandon Rast and senior Akash Pendyala, and front row, left to right, Coach Phil Gonzales, sophomore Nico Mulligan, senior Andy Nguyen and juniors Sam Wang, Mac Howell and Andy Yuwen. Andy Nguyen led the Huskies to three team semiﬁnals and two sectional championships, and was a ﬁnalist in the ’13 Kiwanis tournament. Submitted photo

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The Valley of the Sun YMCA is the recipient of a $50,000 donation from the Walmart Foundation in support of its i-Learn Program. Offered onsite at most Valley of the Sun YMCA locations, the supervised, online curriculum provides education to students struggling in traditional classroom setting at risk of dropping out of school. With the support of staff and self-paced computer classes, i-Learn gives hundreds of students each year the opportunity to earn their diploma or GED through a partnership with Arizona Virtual Academy. The donation will help fund technology and peer support for students. Call 602-404-9622 or visit valleyymca.org for more information.

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

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Artist showcase announces local winners Several local youth are among the winners and finalists of Sister Cities International’s 2013 Young Artists and Authors Showcase. Rachel Beglin of Chandler is the 2013 Young Authors Showcase Grand Prize winner in the Poetry category. Finalists in the Poetry category also include Ronek Padgaonkar and Sophie Rabb of Phoenix. Hannah Daniel of Phoenix is a finalist in the Essay category, and Elizabeth Hopwood of Chandler is a finalist in the Young Artists Showcase. For more than 20 years, the Young Artists and Authors Showcase has given youth from around the globe the opportunity to artistically express their vision for a more unified, peaceful world. The 2013 Showcase encouraged youth to reflect on the theme “The Power of Exchange” to express the impact of exchange on themselves and their community through original artwork and literature. The winners’ and finalists’ art, essays and poetry are on display at the Sister Cities International 2013 Annual Conference July 12 and 13 in San Antonio, TX, after which they will be displayed by local sister city programs on a monthly basis for the next year. The tour schedule and winning and finalist entries are available to view at sister-cities. org.

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YOUTH CHRONICLES Maame Amoa-Asare, Amanda Gamble and Katie Wilkinson of Chandler are among 50 youth from Arizona recognized by the Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Program for making a positive impact in their communities through volunteerism. These winners received $50 Kohl’s gift cards and now qualify for the chance to receive a $1,000 regional scholarship for higher education. Lily Chang of Chandler is a spring 2013 graduate of Widener University in Chester, PA. Lily earned a Master of Business Administration degree in health administration. Landry Davis and Tahlia Bragg of Chandler are May 2013 graduates of University of Colorado–Colorado Springs. Landry earned a Bachelor of Arts in psychology and Tahlia earned a Master of Arts in psychology. Alaina Haws of Chandler is on the spring 2013 Dean’s List at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, VA. To be eligible, fulltime students must attain at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Emily Kaup of Chandler is on the spring 2013 Dean’s List at Bryant University in Smithﬁeld, RI. Emily is a senior majoring in communication. Kelsey Ham, Mikayla Krager, Jared Ruchensky, Elizabeth Vogt and Sarah Wolnisty, all of Chandler, are on the spring 2013 Dean’s List at Creighton University in Omaha, NE. To be eligible, fulltime students must rank in the top 10% of their class for the semester and earn a 3.5 grade point average or better on a 4.0 scale. Amanda Norris of Chandler is a May 2013 graduate of Harding University in Searcy, AR. Norris earned a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry and molecular biology. Shannon O’Toole of Chandler is a spring 2013 graduate of the University of New Haven in West Haven, CT, with a Bachelor of Science in criminal justice.

Jasper Rubino of Chandler is a spring 2013 graduate of Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX, earning a Master of Interactive Technology in digital game development–art creation. Theresa Siver of Chandler is on the spring 2013 Dean’s List at St. Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN. To be eligible, a student must achieve a grade point average of at least 3.6 on a 4.0 scale with at least 12 graded credit hours, no incompletes and no grades lower than C. Theresa is the daughter of Thomas and Laura Siver of Chandler. Kyle Swartz of Chandler is on the spring 2013 Honor Roll with High Distinction at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX. To be eligible, students must be in the top 5% of their school of record. Kyle is a sophomore at the school. Tyler Tacderan of Chandler is a spring 2013 graduate of Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA. Tyler graduated with a Bachelor of Science in nursing. Katie Wilkinson of Chandler competed in the 56th Distinguished Young Women National Finals recently in Mobile, AL. The program’s evaluation process included scholastics, interview, ﬁtness, talent and self-expression. Katie is a 2013 graduate of Corona del Sol High School in Tempe and is the daughter of Cherie and David Wilkinson. Yiyun Zhang of Chandler is a spring 2013 graduate of University of Illinois at Chicago, earning a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering. Zachary Egan of Chandler is a spring 2013 graduate of Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. Zachary majored in performance.

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SanTan Sun kids have talent! In the ﬁrst issue of every month, the SanTan Sun News prints the best entries from kids in grades kindergarten through 12th grade in a variety of categories. Congratulations to this month’s winners! Note: If a great entry doesn’t make it into this issue because of space considerations, we will hold it over to run in a future issue. Submissions are minimally edited to preserve the writer’s voice. If your submission appears in this section, compare it to your original to help improve your writing skills.

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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

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Power Play BY JANE AND AL ANDERSEN

As residents, business owners and citizens of Chandler, we understand progress and growth. Smart growth brings great jobs, an influx of families moving into our city and economic stability. Planning for growth is what SRP didn’t do. SRP had decades to plan for the growth in Price Road Corridor (PRC). The City of Chandler has PRC requirements for growth in their 2008 General Plan document and the Next Twenty progressive agenda for Chandler. Price Road Corridor has been in the planning and building stages for decades, initiated by Intel. By the way, Intel has two dedicated substations, one– Hoopes–was just completed by SRP in 2012. So, what does SRP want to do? What does SRP want us to believe? That the power is all for us, for our 5 square miles of industry, office buildings, innovation centers, call centers, engineering offices, R&D campuses, bioscience labs and future employers of the PRC? SRP wants to take the City of Chandler’s General Plan and throw it out the window. SRP wants to build two 230kV substations/receiving stations– RS-28 and RS-27–within a few blocks of each other on Price Road. Valuable PRC land that could be used for taxpaying employers with thousands of jobs, and instead we’ll have poles, wires, transformers and pollution. SRP also wants to connect Schrader Substation to RS-28 via an above-ground 230kV wire and 150-foot poles. What is the purpose for all this power, this oversupply? Why didn’t we find out about this project before January? Why not upgrade and retrofit Schrader, Knox and Kyrene to handle the additional power needed for PRC? The infrastructure is already there. It surely wouldn’t cost as much to reconfigure Schrader or Knox as it would to build RS-28 and RS-27. SRP has already placed a third 500/230kV transformer in Kyrene, and a third 230kV transformer in Schrader. How much more power over our existing eight substations does the Price Road Corridor need? Extra high voltage–230kV and up–transmission lines “push” power long distances. They are meant to be the “expressway of power.” We’re distributing power to office buildings, call centers, apartments, restaurants and homes, in a 5 square mile area, not building the next Silicon Valley. Why does SRP want to push this project through now? Why the sense of urgency? Why not wait and work with the Gila River Indian Community (GRIC), and move the substations, poles and wires to GRIC land, west of Price Road Corridor? SRP can still secure its plans to connect to Pinal County; supply power to the Superstition Vistas Project; and connect to

the Sun Zia Merchant Line, in which SRP has an investment, that will bring renewable wind and solar energy from central New Mexico, through Arizona, on its way to PLANNING TOWN HALL: Jane and Al the biggest Andersen. Submitted photo importer of power, California. But, to do all this, they need transmission lines. Of course. Now it’s all starting to make sense. Use the Price Road Corridor’s great economic news, all the new employers that are coming into our community, and bundle this news with the “need” for power, so that SRP can get these receiving/substations built and the 230kV transmission lines connected for future growth to the south, southeast and east of us. We don’t need more generation. We need more transmission. So now where are we? SRP says it’s too costly to bury the wires. They won’t spread the cost over their one million customers–it wouldn’t be fair. But, they will bury the wires if we can come up with the money for it. We’ve also checked with the City of Chandler to see if we could get the project approved for capital funding. But, the city won’t consider it. SRP won’t consider revenue bonds, grants, aesthetic funding, etc. to bury the lines. So, what are we left to do? Can the citizens, business owners and residents of Chandler and Sun Lakes slow this train down, and maybe stop it altogether? We’re OK with SRP making money, building substations, transmission lines, etc., just not at our expense and in our backyards! Don’t tell us this power is all for us, ruin our community, our property values, our health and our economic stability, when it’s not. What can the citizens of Chandler and Sun Lakes do? We know we have to band together, stay informed, stay committed. We know we have to act. We’re in the process of planning a citizens’ town hall. This is about saving our community, our lifestyle, our home values, our economic stability and, yes, our health and our children’s health. Do you think it’s worth it? Do you think we should try? We do. Please join us! For more information, contact info@ thegolfrealtynetwork.com or call Al Andersen at 602-684-9300.

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Excessive heat takes toll on seniors With excessive heat again in the forecast, local senior care experts are encouraging families to make sure their aging loved ones are protected. Older adults are particularly vulnerable to the dangers of heat, so seniors are being urged to take a few special precautions during the hot, summer months. Nobody likes extreme and prolonged heat, but such conditions can be deadly for seniors. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) heat is the number one weather-related killer in the United States. On average, excessive heat claims more lives each year than tornadoes, hurricanes, floods and lightning combined. “The elderly are often the most vulnerable to severe heat,” says Jeff Huber, president of Home Instead Inc., franchisor of the Home Instead Senior Care network. “Their bodies do not adjust as well as young people to sudden changes in temperature, they are more likely to have a chronic medical condition that changes normal body responses to heat and they are often on a prescription medicine that impairs the body’s ability to regulate its temperature or that inhibits perspiration,” he continues. If you are a senior or caring for an elderly individual, the following tips, from the local Home Instead Senior Care office, will help them combat the heat: • Keep a glass of water in every room to quickly and easily access fluids. Drink plenty of fluids, even if you don’t feel thirsty. • Go through the closet and remove all heavy materials, long sleeves and dark colors. Store them until fall. • Set fashion trends. If you’re in need of new clothes, check out the latest fashion magazines. Look for short sleeves, lightweight rayons or cottons and light-colored clothing that reflect the heat. • Stay out of the sun during the hottest times of the day. Fill up your bird feeder in the morning and water the lawn at night. Sunburn makes the job of heat dissipation that much more difficult. • Save household chores, particularly washing and drying clothes and operating the dishwasher, for evenings, when the weather is cooler. • Take a nap during high heat times–between 3 and 5 p.m. in the afternoon, for instance–or find a good television program or movie to watch. • While you’re napping or enjoying a movie, keep shades down and blinds pulled. Keeping a house tightly closed is more energy efficient. • Invite your friends over for an iced tea break. Replace coffee breaks with iced tea or lemonade breaks in an air-conditioned spot–not the patio. Staying in an air-conditioned dwelling during hot days is safer. • Go on a shopping spree. If you don’t have an air conditioner, or if yours is broken, spend the afternoon at the mall. You can shop or just enjoy cool drinks and a good book. • Put away that meat loaf recipe for the summer and track down new recipes for fruit and vegetable salads. Foods like proteins that increase metabolic heat production also increase water loss. • If increased use of a central air conditioning system causes higher utility bills that are a problem for your budget, consider purchasing a fan or small window unit that can cool down a home at a lower cost. In fact, window fans provide an effective way to exhaust the day’s hot air during the night. For more information about the heat, visit the National Weather Service Web site at noaa.gov and the Federal Emergency Management Agency Web site at fema.gov. To learn more about Home Instead Senior Care, call 480827-4343 or go to homeinstead.com.

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Help our students return to school ready to learn BY COUNCILMAN KEVIN HARTKE

Education Foundation, Chandler Students may be excited Non-Profit Coalition, Chandler to start the summer break Unified School District, City but administrators, teachers of Chandler Neighborhood and volunteers are already Resources Division, CrossRoads busy preparing for the next Nazarene Church, Fans Across school year. One of the keys to America, The YMCA, Boys & achieving educational success Girls Club, The East Valley Jewish is to ensure that every student Community Center, Si Se Puede comes to school ready to and ICAN. Councilman learn. Unfortunately, thousands This year’s school supply Kevin Hartke of Chandler students start drive is the largest in Chandler’s each school year without history. It aims to provide backpacks, adequate school supplies. In an effort shoes, socks, underwear, uniforms and to efficiently address this issue, a dozen other supplies to 10,000 elementary, local organizations are coordinating middle and high school students in need. the Operation Back to School Chandler The drive is open and will culminate with donation drive. the distribution of supplies during a single In the past, school supply drives have event on Sat., July 20. been organized by individual agencies. By The Chandler Unified School District pulling resources together, Operation Back is dedicated to providing transportation to School Chandler is streamlining the assistance to the donation site on July 20. process of collecting items and distributing Anyone needing transportation can ask them during one single event. This prevents for information by calling 480-812-7650. duplication of efforts by the agencies Students seeking donations on that day are involved and provides accountability for encouraged to bring an identification card the receiving parties. Nobody wants to as well as a recent report card. Parents can give the second or fifth backpack to a attend on behalf of their children provided student, especially when there are other they also bring proof of their children’s needs unmet. enrollment at a Chandler school. The organizations that have come During the event, various agencies will forward to coordinate Operation Back provide information about school-related to School Chandler are: For Our Cityservices and offer opportunities for Chandler, Chandler CARE Center, Chandler students to be immunized and take vision Christian Community Center, Chandler tests free of charge.

Individuals or groups interested in donating supplies to support Operation Back to School Chandler can ﬁnd information online at forourcity.org/ Chandler.html or by calling 480-782-2214. Drop-off sites are located throughout the city and monetary donations are accepted through PayPal at chandlerfoodbank. org by clicking on the “donation” tab and indicating “Back-to-School” in the Purpose section. The Chandler Christian Community Center is also accepting checks and cash donations for the event. There are many opportunities for individuals or groups to volunteer on July

20 as well as weeks in advance. Please sign up to volunteer at the forourcity.org/ Chandler.html website as well. Operation Back to School will be a tremendous success because our Chandler community and the organizations that serve it are amazing. We have visionary leaders who understand that we can do more together by addressing needs that are greater than what any individual agency can accomplish alone. It is our hope that every student in Chandler will enjoy the summer break and come back in July ready and eager to broaden their worlds and understanding.

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than a few weeks or months,” she says, In books, television shows and movies, adding that this is somechildren are often portrayed as happy-gotimes referred to as lucky and cheerful characters with nary a “watchful waiting” and care in the world. Although some adults can help parents determay contend that kids in real life are also mine if their child is just as happy and carefree, Nicole having a “typical” reacHuggins, Psy.D., a clinical, forensic and tion to a life event or if school psychologist at Trilogy Integrated something more serious Psychological Services LLC, says this is not is going on. always the case. “This is also impor“Depression can absolutely happen in tant when determining kids, and it’s happening even more and what ‘typical’ moodiness more frequently now, due to the various is in teens due to stressors they have to contend with,” puberty and hormonal changes, versus a she says. more serious condition or problem. Most While parents may associate childhood depression with a sullen teenager who gets importantly, when the symptoms begin to interfere with their functioning, that is a poor grades in school, Huggins says very good indicator it is time to seek depression can start as early as infancy. evaluation and/or treatment.“ “If you look at infants who were born As for the causes of depression in prematurely and spent a lot of time in the children, Huggins says it can be due to a NICU separated from their caregivers, or if chemical imbalance in the child and/or an you look at traditional ‘orphanage babies,’ outside stressor like a divorce, move, there are definitely cases where they have bullying, exposure to trauma, depression,” she says, adding domestic violence or a loss of that babies who leave the NICU a loved one. tend to have a shorter duration Parents who have depression of symptoms than infants and are also more likely to have toddlers who reside in an children who will develop the orphanage. mood disorder at some point, Between the ages of 3 and 12, Huggins says. Huggins says children tend to No matter what causes a have a lot of the same symptoms child to become depressed, and causes of depression. These Huggins says she wants parents symptoms can also cross over DEPRESSION AFFECTS KIDS, TOO: to know that the condition does into the teen years, she adds. not know boundaries. In other “Children who have depres- Dr. Nicole Huggins says children as words, she says, depression can sion will often act out, break young as infants happen to any child, regardless down and cry a lot, be very can suffer from depression. of his or her socio-economic grumpy and sad, claim to be status, gender, intellectual bored, lose pleasure from previ- Submitted photo ability and lifestyle. ously enjoyed activities, either be very “Often times, gifted children experience fatigued or get excessive sleep and can what we call an ‘existential depression’ have either weight gain or weight loss,” and it's important for that to not go she says. “They can also become very withdrawn, unnoticed as it is just as serious,” she says. If parents suspect that their child is like when a kid who normally liked depressed, Huggins says they should first playing with his peers stops doing it.” take some time to observe the child and Another classic sign of depression in ask about his or her feelings. children is somatic complaints like “They should also speak with their headaches and stomachaches, child’s teacher and school counselor to see Huggins says. if they have observed anything and to For teenagers, Huggins says depression share their concerns, and then if necessary, can be a sign and/or a symptom of they can also seek treatment.” substance use. For example, while alcohol Parents may also wish to have their and other drugs can cause symptoms of child evaluated by a child psychologist, depression, it’s also possible that the who can order different types of testing teenager was already feeling depressed to assess depression. Huggins says it is and is using drugs to self-medicate. also a good idea to take a child in for a In order for a child to be diagnosed medical checkup with a family practiwith depression, Huggins says the signs tioner or other health care provider to and symptoms should be occurring at two make sure there is not a medical reason or more settings, like both at home and for the depression, such as anemia or a in school. thyroid condition. One reason it is so important for “This may sound somewhat simplistic, parents and teachers to be aware of the various signs and symptoms of depression, but parents also should also make sure Huggins says, is that it can be very difficult their children are getting enough physical exercise, and are getting enough sleep and for young children to describe their feelings eating a healthy diet,” Huggins says. of hopelessness and helplessness. “They should also tell their children “The younger child is often less able to that they love them, reassure them that verbally describe what they are feeling, so it’s important for adults to be aware of any things do pass and get better and allow them to express their feelings.” of these symptoms that are lasting longer

If their child does not improve, Huggins says play therapy groups for young children can be very effective, as are social skills groups for teenagers. Individual and/or family sessions may also be necessary and can be very beneficial, she adds. “If the condition goes untreated it only prolongs the duration of the disorder and can lead to other very serious problems and issues including family relational problems, poor school performance and physical illness,” Huggins says. Children who do not get better may also need medication, she says. “But if this does happen, parents need to watch very closely for a suicidal component, such as children suddenly saying they feel better and then giving away their things.” No matter how old the child is or the reason for their depression, Huggins stresses that it is definitely a very real mood disorder that should be taken seriously by adults. “Depression is not just reserved for adults. Children who have experienced a traumatic or stressful life can definitely become depressed, and to not take it seriously will only make the situation worse.” Trilogy Integrated Psychological Services LLC is located at 4135 S. Power Rd., Suite 125, in Mesa. For information call 480-813-3990 or visit trilogypsychological.com. Alison Stanton is a freelance writer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at Alison@SanTanSun.com.

Resources Books:

• “My Feeling Better Workbook: Help for Kids Who Are Sad and Depressed,” by Sara Hamil, LCSW • “The Anxiety Workbook for Teens: Activities to Help You Deal with Anxiety and Worry,” by Lisa M. Schab, LCSW • “The Optimistic Child: A Proven Program to Safeguard Children Against Depression and Build Lifelong Resilience,” by Martin E. P. Seligman Websites:

• kidshealth.org • mentalhealthamerica.net • NAMI.org • NIMH.nih.gov • suicidepreventionlifeline.org

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Little Pony 7 “My Equestria Girls” Family Summer Camp Free Museum Sundays

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14 Sundays LEGO KidsFest “My Little Pony Equestria Girls” Family Summer Camp

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Yo-yo Class LEGO Kit Club Science Exploratorium Wiggle Worms

15 Yo-yo Class Wiggle Worms Dig Into Archaeology

22 LEGO Club Afternoon Crafts

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Family Summer Camp Horse Water Playdate Tuesday Crafternoons

16 Horse Water Playdate Wiggle Worms Tuesday Crafternoons

23 Horse Water Playdate Wiggle Worms Anime Club

30 Horse Water Playdate Wiggle Worms

10 Horse Water Playdate Rhythm & Rhyme Movie Matinee

LEGO Club Horse Water Playdate Movie Matinee Day at the Beach

24 Horse Water Playdate Family Funcrafting

31 Horse Water Playdate Rhythm & Rhyme

LEGO Club 11 Zoo to You Amazing Anime Hats

Magic Show 12 LEGO KidsFest Horse Water Playdate

“My Little Pony 13 Equestria Girls” Family Summer Camp

American Bald Eagle Family Summer Camp Horse Water Playdate

Ronald McDonald Dig into Reading

Horse Water Playdate LEGO KidsFest Doggy Storytime

Arizona Rick Disco after Dark Library Campout Horse Water Playdate

25 Pre-K Storytime Family Story Time Horse Water Playdate

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FAMILY FUN 6, 7, 13, 14 “My Little Pony Equestria Girls,” 10 a.m. UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle. The 72-minute, G-rated film by Hasbro Studios, in conjunction with Shout Factory Kid, is a brand new full-length feature introducing an exciting new dimension to the incredibly popular My Little Pony brand. When a crown is stolen from the Crystal Empire, Twilight Sparkle pursues the thief into an alternate world where she transforms into a teenage girl who must survive her biggest challenge yet—high school. With help from her new friends who remind her of Ponyville’s Applejack, Rarity, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie and Fluttershy, she embarks upon a quest to find the crown and change the destiny of these two parallel worlds. Movie tickets $5. 16000 Maricopa Rd. Maricopa UltraStarMovies.com, ultrastarakchin.com, MLPEG.com.

6, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14 Family Summer Camp, noon-5 p.m. Bass Pro Shop. Free family activities such as BB shooting range, shooting arcade, casting challenge and carousel rides; free homemade ice cream from 5-6 p.m. on Saturdays only, while supplies last; crafts such as a creating popsicle stick fish and painting a deer track; and workshops in archery, bird watching, backyard adventures, fishing, camping, wildlife exploration, exploring shooting and hunting, water safety and outdoor discovery and conservation. 1133 N. Dobson Rd., Mesa. 602-606-5600, basspro.com.

6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30, 31 Water Playdate with Horses, 7:45-10:15 a.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday; 3:15-5:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Harmony Heart Ranch. Brush, paint and then wash the horses, followed by a horse craft to take home. Focus is on horse safety, staying cool and having fun. Children should wear clothing and shoes appropriate to get wet and muddy. Best for ages 6 and older.

$25 per child; $15 for additional children per family. Reservations required. Birthday parties and private group parties also available. 758 Kingbird Dr., Chandler. 603-234-0267, equinegirlaz@gmail.com.

Library. Tyler Severance is ranked No. 4 in the United States as a yo-yo Master. He will provide the yo-yos and have extras for sale at every class; cash only. This program is for every level of experience. Ages 6-18 years old. Free. 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler. chandlerlibrary.org.

7, 14, 21, 28 Free Museum Sundays,

8, 9, 15, 16, 23, 29, 30 Wiggle Worms, 10:30-11 a.m. Perry

11 a.m.-5 p.m. Heard Museum. Enjoy free museum admission each Sunday in July, sponsored by Target. There will be special music and dancing performances on Sundays at 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. and artist demonstrations on basket weaving, beading and more will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guests can try their hand at different art forms and learn directly from artists. Throughout the day, guided tours will be offered with scavenger hunts and prizes. 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 602-252-8848, heard.org.

Branch Library. Tots have fun with flannel board rhymes, songs, shakers, bubbles, parachute play and age-appropriate books. Ages 18 months-3 1/2 years with a parent. Free. Registration required. 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd. at Perry High School, Gilbert. 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.

8 LEGO Kit Club, 4-5 p.m. Basha Library. The library supplies a variety of skill level kits for kids to put together during this hour of fun. Ages 5-12. No registration needed. Free. 5990 S. Val Vista Dr., Chandler. 480-782-2850, chandlerlibrary.org.

9 Dinosaurs Exposed, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Southeast Regional Library. Learn about dinosaurs and the history of paleontology through a whimsical and entertaining story. Kirby Soderberg's one-man performance includes real dinosaur fossils, audience participation and plenty of clowning around. 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert. 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.

10, 17 Movie Matinee, 3-5 p.m. Downtown

11, 18, 25 Pre-K Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m.

Library. Kids ages 3-18 years can watch Disney's “Finding Nemo” on the 10th and “Robin Hood” on the 17th, while enjoying free popcorn. Free. 22 S. Delaware St., Chandler. chandlerlibrary.org.

Perry Branch Library. Preschoolers have fun with flannel board rhymes, dancing, songs, shakers, bubbles, parachute play and age-appropriate books. Ages 3-5 with a parent. Free. 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd. at Perry High School, Gilbert. 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.

11 Zoo to You, 10:30 a.m.12:45 p.m. Sunset Library. Children ages 3-8 experience an animal encounter with creatures from The Phoenix Zoo. Registration required. Tickets available at the Information Desk. Best for ages 5 and older. Free. 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. chandlerlibrary.org.

Amazing Anime Hats, 2-3 p.m. Sunset Library. Innominata Creations shows teens how to make fun and funky felt beanies inspired by favorite anime. Teens ages 12-18 years old. Online registration required. Free. 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. chandlerlibrary.org.

Science Exploratorium, 12:302:30 p.m. Sunset Library. Join Mr. Micah in an explosive science series this summer. Learn how to create a number of activities with household materials from bursting dry ice bubbles to soda bottle rockets and much more. Basic science concepts and terms will be discussed while learning how to create safe and exciting experiments. Parental attendance is required for this program. Ages 3-8 years old. Free. 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. chandlerlibrary.org.

8, 15 Yo-yo Class with Tyler Severance, 6-7:30 p.m. Hamilton

9, 16 Tuesday Crafternoons, 2-4 p.m. Downtown Chandler Library. Ages 6-11 years old can make crafts to take home and enjoy summer craft fun with a different theme each week. Free. 22 S. Delaware St., Chandler. chandlerlibrary.org.

10, 31 Rhythm & Rhyme, 11:30 a.m.-noon. Sunset Library. Join Mr. Micah for an exciting program filled with music, singing, dancing, rhyming and instrument playing. Ages newborn-5 years. Free. 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. chandlerlibrary.org.

American Bald Eagle, 2-3 p.m. Downtown Library. Arizona Game and Fish Department and Liberty Wildlife team up to provide an informational program about the life of an American Eagle with a live American Eagle showing off her beauty. Ages 3-11 years old. Free. 22 S. Delaware St., Chandler. chandlerlibrary.org. LEGO Club, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Downtown Library. Come meet new friends and have fun building with LEGO. Ages 6-12. No registration required. Free. 22 S. Delaware St., Chandler. chandlerlibrary.org.

11, 18, 25 Family Story Time, 6 p.m. Perry Branch Library. Enjoy stories, songs and finger plays for the whole family. Free. 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd. at Perry High School, Gilbert. 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.

12 Ronald McDonald Magic Show, 2-3 p.m. Basha Library. Kids ages 3-11 years can enjoy fun and magic tricks for the whole family with Ronald McDonald. Free. 5990 S. Val Vista Dr., Chandler. 480-782-2850, chandlerlibrary.org.

Dig into Reading Book Discussion, 2-4 p.m. Hamilton Library. A brand new book club for kids in grades 3 through 5. For the first meeting, kids should bring some of their favorite books to tell others about them. Ages 9-11 years. Free. 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler. chandlerlibrary.org.

12, 13, 14 LEGO KidsFest, 4-8:30 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. University of Phoenix Stadium. Giant LEGO expo with family fun, games and challenges; LEGO build, race and play tables; meet master model builders; giant group builds; LEGO Model Museum; LEGO Club and Master Builder Academy; Duplo and LEGO construction zones; Creation Nation Group Build and more. One Cardinals Dr., Glendale. LEGOkidsfest.com.

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FAMILY FUN Calendar, From Page 3 13 Doggy Storytime, 10-10:30 a.m., 10:30-11 a.m. Downtown Library. Join a special story time with dogs where everyone can enjoy stories, songs and fun. Ages 3-11 years. Free. 22 S. Delaware St., Chandler. chandlerlibrary.org.

15 Dig Into Archaeology, 3-5 p.m. Basha Library. The Chandler Museum presents family friendly activities where kids can learn how to make Native American designs in clay, take the pieces of a broken pot and try to put it back together and examine actual pot shards found in and around Chandler. Ages 3-8 years. Free. 5990 S. Val Vista Dr., Chandler. 480-782-2850, chandlerlibrary.org.

17 Day at the Beach, 8-10 p.m. Folley Pool. Family fun includes relay races with inner tubes, water balloon contests and prizes. 600 E. Fairview, Chandler. chandleraz.gov/ aquatics.

LEGO Club, 6-7 p.m. Hamilton Library. Come meet

Beginner through advanced lessons for all ages. Lesson horses available.

new friends and have fun building with LEGO supplied by the library. Ages 6-12. Free. No registration required. 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler. 480-782-2828, chandlerlibrary.org.

18 Arizona Rick Magical Balloon Making Cowboy, 10-10:55 a.m. and 11 a.m.-noon. Hamilton Library. Classical story telling by Arizona Rick, with the kids as the actors and the most fantastic balloon creations! Registration required; register for only one of performance. All ages. Free. 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler. chandlerlibrary.org.

Disco after Dark, 8-10 p.m. Arrowhead Pool, Swim at night, play games and win prizes. 1475 W. Erie St., Chandler. chandleraz.gov/aquatics. Summer Reading Finale: Library Campout, 2-4 p.m. Downtown Library. Kids ages 3-11 years can join the Downtown Library Youth Staff for a fun “campout”at the library, with stories, camp songs around a “campfire,” snacks and a special visit from a local scout troop. Free. 22 S. Delaware St., Chandler. chandlerlibrary.org.

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FAMILY FUN 19 Sea Bubble Plate, 9–10:30 a.m. As You Wish. Ages 5 and older create a bubbling under the sea atmosphere by actually painting with bubbles. Basic pottery painting techniques will be taught. Locations: Crossroads Towne Center in Chandler, 480-899-1231; Ahwatukee, 480-753-9500; Tempe Marketplace, 480-557-9100; asyouwishpottery.com.

Sea Life Coaster Set, 7-9 p.m. As You Wish. Ages 10 and older create a set of four glass coasters with sea life designs. Basic glass fusing techniques will be taught, along with four different designs or kids can create their own. Locations: Crossroads Towne Center in Chandler, 480-899-1231; Ahwatukee, 480-753-9500; Tempe Marketplace, 480-557-9100; asyouwishpottery.com. 20 Splash Mob 5K, 7 a.m. Big Surf Water Park. Third annual Splash Mob 5K Fun Run & Walk benefits Children First Academy, a local nonprofit school dedicated to helping homeless children. During the run/walk, volunteers and children from the school will line the event course and

23, 30 Anime Club, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Basha Library. Teens explore Japanese culture, anime and manga. Age 12-18. No registration needed. Free. 5990 S. Val Vista Dr., Chandler. 480-782-2850, chandlerlibrary.org.

24 Family Funcrafting, 11:30 a.m.keep the participants cool by using Super Soakers and water balloons to splash the participants. Each participant will also bring two items of nonperishable healthy snacks for Children First Academy. All proceeds and donations will go to the school. $40 registration. 1500 N. McClintock Dr., Tempe. splashmob5k.com.

12:15 p.m. Sunset Library. Join Mr. Micah for a story, song and craft. Ages newborn-5 years. No registration required. Free. 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. chandlerlibrary.org.

Afternoon Crafts, 2-3 p.m. Hamilton Library. The last craft of the summer will be a beachy good time appropriate for ages 5-10. Registration required. Free. 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler. chandlerlibrary.org.

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favorite movie monsters. Basic glass fusing techniques will be taught. Ages 10 and older. Locations: Crossroads Towne Center in Chandler, 480-899-1231; Ahwatukee, 480-753-9500; Tempe Marketplace, 480-557-9100; asyouwishpottery.com.

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Juggling Workshop with James Reid, 10-11 a.m.

22 LEGO Club, 4-5 p.m. Basha Library. Library supplies the LEGO, kids supply the imagination. Ages 5-12. No registration needed. Free. 5990 S. Val Vista Dr., Chandler. 480-782-2850, chandlerlibrary.org.

26 Gorilla Plate, 9-10:30 a.m. As You Wish. Ages 5 and older paint a gorilla king plate. Basic pottery painting techniques will be taught. Locations: Crossroads Towne Center in Chandler, 480-899-1231; Ahwatukee, 480-753-9500; Tempe Marketplace, 480-557-9100; asyouwishpottery.com.

Monster Magnets, 7-9 p.m. As You Wish. Create a set of glass monster magnets to resemble your

Ed Robson Branch Library. A short performance targeted to teens followed by a juggling workshop for up to 40 participants. New studies show that juggling increases not only grey, but also white matter in the brain. Juggling also improves the reading skill of tracking across the midline, increases focus and has been shown to reduce anxiety. James Reid shows participants that juggling is really easier than it looks. Free. 9330 E. Riggs Rd., Sun Lakes. 602-652-3000, mcldaz.org.

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Chandler Recreation Offers A Variety of Summer Activities! Register for Summer Classes! The Summer Break Time magazine outlining all-ages recreation classes, youth camps and special events for June, July and August is available at libraries and recreation centers and at www.chandleraz.gov/breaktime. Registration is now open for residents and nonresidents. For more information, call 480-782-2727. The fall issue of Break Time will be available to the public beginning July 19.

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The City of Chandler Recreation Division Dig into Archaeology Basha Library: July 15, 3 - 5 p.m. Hamilton Library: July 19, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Dig into Archaeology using the tools archaeologists use and doing the activities archaeologists do! The Chandler Museum presents family friendly activities at the Chandler Libraries. Make Native American designs in clay, piece together a pot, and see actual pot shards found in and around Chandler.

July Parent & Toddler Activities Every Tuesday and Thursday from 12:30 - 2:30 p.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. Fee included in all TRC family passes. There is a $2 fee ($3 nonresident) per child. Call 480-782-2900 or visit www.chandleraz.gov/ tumbleweed for more information.

$1 Family Swim at Chandler Aquatic Facilities Looking for some family fun time? Each facility offers a $1 family swim time when admission for the entire family is only $1. It’s a great chance to get the family together for some fun in the sun without breaking the bank. May 30 July 21: Arrowhead Pool: Tuesdays 8 - 10 p.m., Folley Pool: Mondays 8 - 10 p.m., Hamilton Aquatic Center: Thursdays 6 - 8 p.m., and Mesquite Groves Aquatic Center: Sundays Noon - 2 p.m. May 28 - August 6: Desert Oasis Aquatic Center: Saturdays 4-6 p.m., and Nozomi Aquatic Center: Wednesdays 6-8 p.m.

Teen Summer Adventure Dave & Busters: July 11, 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Want to have a fun summer experience but not be committed to a full day of an indoor camp? We’ve got just the ticket! Join us for our awesome Teen Summer Adventure trips. Make sure to sign up at least one-week before so we can get the best group rate! These trips are for teens entering 6th - 9th grades. There is a $29 fee ($34 for nonresidents). Fee includes transportation to and from the Community Center as well as admission to Dave & Busters. Contact Manny Padia at 480-782-2746 for more information.

Child and Babysitting Safety Class plus CPR/AED Certification July 16 - 17 This 2 day course at Snedigar Recreation Center (4500 S. Basha Rd.) provides students with the knowledge and skills to confidently care for infants and school age children. Learn how to respond to emergencies and illness with first aid, rescue breathing, CPR and other appropriate care along with all of the babysitting basics. Students will receive a Babysitters Certification card which does not expire and a CPR/AED certification card good for 2 years. There is a $86 fee ($91 for nonresident). Contact Susan Richardson at 480-782-2641 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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Bay Leaf a new concept in Indian cuisine

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SanTan Sun-area residents looking to get out of the scorching Valley heat for a day or two might want to check out some fun, free or low-cost events taking place in the high country this month. Just slightly less than 2 hours from the East Valley are the small communities of Pine and Strawberry, located outside of Payson. Temperatures are typically about 10 degrees cooler than the Valley in the summertime, and while there are great local arts and antiques shops to while away the time in, the weekend of July 6 and 7 has an added draw: the 33rd annual Pine-Strawberry Arts & Crafts Festival. The free event will be held inside the air-conditioned Pine-Strawberry Community Center, 3916 N. Highway 87, Pine. Browse through 75 arts and crafts booths featuring stained glass, jewelry, wood items, pottery, hand-woven baskets, hand knitted and crocheted baby items, artwork, greeting cards, copper items and more. There also will be fun events and activities for children. The Pine-Strawberry Fire Department will be serving an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast with sausage, orange juice and coffee in the mornings for a fee. There will be additional food and beverage vendors on hand throughout the day. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call 928-476-4480 or go to pinestrawberryartscrafts.com.

GREEN DAY: Purchase native plants for the home garden, and enjoy special activities and tours at the Arboretum at Flagstaff on Sat., July 13 as part of the annual Plant Sale and Penstemon Festival. Photo courtesy of the Arboretum at Flagstaff

Flagstaff Next up is the ﬁfth annual Flagstaff Jewelry, Gem and Mineral Show, July 12 SEE ESCAPE PAGE 46

TASTY MEALS: Victoria serves up Bay Leaf Chicken Tikka with a smile. STSN photo by Lynette Carrington BY LYNETTE CARRINGTON

Tangy. Savory. Sweet. Spicy. Any combination of these words describes the taste symphony of traditional Indian food. Bay Leaf Café has a very large menu of the ﬁnest in Indian cuisine coupled with entrees that are newer taste sensations. Made with the freshest of ingredients and offered at very attractive prices, diners have the chance to try a kaleidoscope of food at just one restaurant. Rambha Singh is the owner of Bay

Leaf Café and it has been a lifelong dream of hers to own her own restaurant and bring the ﬁnest in Indian food to her clients. “Everything here is made fresh,” states Singh. “We take a lot of pride in that and hardly anything we use in the restaurant is frozen.” One of the most popular dishes at Bay Leaf Café is the rice bowl. It is customized according to each diner’s individual taste and is also one of the selections on the “Grab and Go” menu. The handful of items on that particular menu are great for dining in or perfect for the busy worker who needs to get back to their desk. Bay Leaf Chicken Tikka is a delicious entrée that combines a specially marinated chicken breast, tandoor grilled and served with onions on a sizzling iron skillet. Chilly Chicken is a spicy dish that features boneless chicken cubes marinated with house spices and tossed in a chili sauce. Another section of the menu features Indo-Chinese fusion dishes, such as chicken, Gobi and Paneer Manchurian dishes that combine Indian-style foods tossed in delicate or sweet soy sauce. All recipes at Bay Leaf Café are recipes passed down SEE BAY LEAF PAGE 48

Hamilton grad dances toward success BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI

When Donna Anderson enrolled her daughter Alexa in dance, she saw it merely as a way of strengthening her 12-year-old daughter’s body and mind. Little did she know that only eight years later, at the age of 20, Alexa would have already amassed a wealth of experience that includes dancing behind Kanye West, The Wanted, Havana Brown, Icona Pop and Demi Lovato, among others. Now a Los Angeles resident, the Hamilton High School graduate recently made a triumphant return to the Chandler Center for the Arts to perform as part of Shaping Sound Dance Co. “She really brings her movement qualities to Shaping Sound,” says Teddy Forance, one of the Los Angeles-based troupe’s founders. “She’s so good about being clean and musical, but also, she has a very individual way of moving that not many people do. I think she is a great choreographer, too.” Dance wasn’t always something that was favorable to Alexa. She admits that she “hated dance” at ﬁrst because she was frustrated. She started relatively late with dance—at age 12—while others begin at 4.

SUCCESSFUL DANCER: Hamilton High School graduate Alexa Anderson has danced behind Kanye West, Demi Lovato and others. Submitted photo

“Originally my mom enrolled me in dance because I was born really prematurely,” Alexa says. “I had a hemorrhage in my brain that gave me a right-side weakness. She enrolled me in dance to try to help with my physical disabilities.” Donna explains she went into labor at 26 weeks with Alexa and stayed in the hospital for two months until her daughter was born. SEE CHANDLER DANCER PAGE 48

Perfect attendance for two students BY TRACY HOUSE

This June, more than 2,800 Chandler Uniﬁed School District students completed their education, earning high school diplomas. Among the graduates, only two had the distinction of never being absent. Darby Vance and Alexandra Palmatier attended CUSD schools from kindergarten through 12th grade without missing one day of school.

SHARING THE SPOTLIGHT: Darby with his sister, Chance, who has not missed a day of school since she was in pre-K, is a junior at Hamilton. STSN photo by Tracy House

Darby began school in pre-K at Goodman Elementary, transferred to Hancock Elementary for sixth grade and attended Bogle Junior High and Hamilton High schools. Darby says he made it a goal to not miss school. “The biggest thing that motivated me to do this is my parents,” he says. “I didn’t have an option when I was younger and so from K to junior high it was really just up to them. Once high school started and I had to drive myself, just having that many years of doing it, it’s hard not to miss or not want to go. It’s basically been a goal since I found out about it in grade school. It’s awesome that it’s ﬁnished.” He’s going to try to do it in college, but may take a day off if he gets sick, he adds. “I’ve been sick,” Darby explains. “I’ve gone to school with a cold, but I’ve never really been bedridden. I did get sick during breaks. There have obviously been days where I haven’t wanted to go to school, but one reason why I resisted is I’ve had this goal. It’s overridden any desire to not go to school.” Dale Vance, Darby’s dad, says he never had to ﬁght with the kids to get up in the morning to get to school. The family planned vacations around the intersessions and summer and it was a SEE PERFECT ATTENDANCE PAGE 50

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and 13 at the Radisson Woodlands Hotel, 1175 W. Route 66 in Flagstaff. The event features vendors selling jewelry—ﬁne and costume—along with gold and sterling silver, gems, unset gemstones, minerals, fossils, slabs, rocks, cabochons, crystals and more. Admission is $3 and children younger than age 12 are admitted free with a paid adult. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. For details, call 480-215-9101. Or, if nature’s botanical beauty is more your style, check out the 30th annual Plant Sale and Penstemon Festival on Sat., July 13 at the Arboretum at Flagstaff, 4001 S. Woody Mountain Rd. Purchase native plants for the home garden, browse gifts and books, enjoy special activities and tours, as well as craft activities for the kids. There also will be live music, food vendors and a beer garden. The best part: admission is free. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you are a member of the Arboretum, you can take advantage of a presale from 2 to 5 p.m. on Fri., July 12. For details, call 928-774-1442 or go to thearb.org. Camp Verde Camp Verde, located in the geographical center of Arizona and about 90 minutes from the Valley, sits at just over 3,100 feet in elevation, making it 10plus degrees cooler than the blistering Valley ﬂoor in the summertime. This rural farming and western ranching community founded in 1865 hosts its 21st annual Camp Verde Cornfest on July 19 and 20.

CORN-Y CONTEST: Children will be able to participate in the corn cob-eating contest during the annual Camp Verde Cornfest, set for July 19-20. Photo courtesy of Herman Joel, thetwojoels.blogspot.com

Downtown Camp Verde will be jumping with live bluegrass music, a farmer’s market, corn cob-eating contest, hog calling, old-fashioned games and cow pie throwing—yes, you read that right. Visitors also will enjoy a beer garden, food, family activities on Saturday, and the “corniest” joke contest. Admission is free, and hours are 3 to 10 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday. For details, visit campverdepromotions.org. Prescott To learn more about one of the state’s lesser-known Native American tribes, head up to Prescott for a special exhibit at the Smoki Museum, which is celebrating a “Zuni Weekend” July 27 and 28. The Smoki is located at 147 N. Arizona Ave. in Prescott. Admission is only $5. A dozen artists from the Zuni Pueblo community will demonstrate and sell their artwork, including pottery, fetishes,

carvings and more. While the majority of the Zuni Pueblo is located in New Mexico, the tribe does have a small land holding in the southern portion of Arizona’s Apache County. The reservation is south of Holbrook, straddling the state line with New Mexico. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday. At 2 p.m. each day, enjoy authentic Zuni dance and song in the Pueblo. The Council for Indigenous Arts and Culture (CIAC) also will be on hand to educate the public on how to tell the difference between real and fake Indian jewelry. For more information, call 928-4451230 or visit smokimuseum.org. Make it a weekend in Prescott and spend your second day checking out the eighth annual Shootout on Whiskey Row, also on July 27 and 28. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days.

SHOOT ‘EM UP: The Prescott Regulators reenact a historic gunﬁght in period costume during the annual Shootout on Whiskey Row in Prescott. Photo courtesy of the Prescott Regulators

The Prescott Regulators and Their Shady Ladies present a gathering of award-winning Western re-enactment groups from all over the West who compete in historic skits and gunﬁghts. A period costume contest with authentic 1800s clothing also will be held. Visitors are invited to browse Western-themed vendors and food booths, as well as shop at nearby locally owned businesses. The outdoor event is free. Find more information at prescottregulators.org or visit-prescott. com. Sedona Enjoy even more “western” fun during the ninth annual National Day of the American Cowboy Celebration, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sat., July 27 in Uptown Sedona. The daylong event features live performances by gunslingers, ropers, bullwhip crackers and historical re-enactors. Visitors can listen or dance to live music and watch traditional cowboy tradesmen demonstrations and western art and artists at work. There will be food and beverages available for purchase, but the event itself is free and presented by Sedona Main Street Program with the “Red Rock Posse.” To learn more, call 928-204-2390 or visit sedonamainstreet.com. Teri Carnicelli is a section editor for the SanTan Sun News. Contact her at teri@ santansun.com

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from Singh’s family who have Indian restaurants in the Washington, D.C., area. There are many vegetarian selections on the menu, too, including the Vegetable Samosa which is a slightly sweet pastry shell stuffed with roasted cumin potatoes and peas. “We love to offer a variety of ﬂavors to our customers,” notes Singh. “People often think Indian food is spicy, but here, we will customize any dish to the customer’s liking.” Of note, meats served at Bay Leaf Café are prepared in the halal style according to traditional Islamic law. Singh also owns and operates the Rambha Day Spa & Salon, located next to Bay Leaf Café. Many of her beauty clients spend the day at the day spa and then stop in at Bay Leaf for lunch. The close proximity of the day spa is also a bonus

WARM WELCOME: Owner Rambha Singh welcomes visitors to Bay Leaf Café. STSN photo by Lynette Carrington

POPULAR DISH: Chilly Chicken is a crowd favorite at Bay Leaf Café. STSN photo by Lynette Carrington

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“Really, it was tough for her in the beginning,” says Donna, calling from New Jersey where she was staying after seeing her daughter perform in New York City. “She kept at it. I thought that it would be something for her that would help with her mind and her body. We never thought that this was going to be something she could make a career out of. She’s just got a great, great work ethic.” Alexa says she wasn’t very good at dance in the beginning. She repeatedly made mistakes because she was unsure about the art form. “I learned that with hard work and determination, I can get better at things,” Alexa explains. “It was deﬁnitely a struggle.” A struggle that she quickly overcame. According to her bio, at the age of 16, she was awarded “Student of the Year for Arts and Academics” at The Arizona School of the Arts, a facility she attended before transferring to Hamilton. In 2008, she was featured in DanceSpirit Magazine as a young up and comer and, two years later, she landed the cover. That summer, she was a principal dancer in the off-Broadway show “Beneath the Surface.” Soon after, she decided to move to Los Angeles to pursue her dream career as a dancer. “My parents like that it is so close,” Alexa says. “I was thinking about moving to New York for a while and going to school for dance. Then I ultimately

decided against it. I decided to move to L.A. and take a more commercial path with my career. They’re happy I’m not in New York. That’s something I’m grateful for. But they’re deﬁnitely excited for everything that’s been going on for the past two years I’ve been working in L.A.” After Alexa stopped competing and performing in Arizona on a regular basis, it was tough for Donna and Alexa’s father David. “I was so used to being able to see her perform,” she says. “All of a sudden she was off to L.A. and I only got to see her on television, a couple seconds here, a couple seconds there. It’s so nice that they had this show–Shaping Sound in Chandler– because people were actually there to see them dance, instead of her being a background dancer. It was awesome.” Alexa’s resume also includes being featured in several television commercials, and stints on shows such as “The X Factor,” “American Idol,” “America’s Got Talent,” “Dancing With The Stars” and “All The Right Moves.” “I really liked being on ‘Dancing with the Stars,’” she says beaming. “It’s one of my favorite shows. It’s fun to be around (those dancers) after I’ve been watching it for so many seasons. To be backstage with everyone was pretty cool.” On the show, Alexa danced as part of a troupe that did jazz numbers. For her experience touring with West, she was able to tap into her ballet background. “It was really fun,” she says about the

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SHAPING SOUND: Alexa Anderson contemplates her next dance. Submitted photo

controversial rapper. “The performing aspect was really fun. He’s exactly how you would expect him to be. “It was cool. I could do ballet and contemporary, but dancing behind a really well-known artist was amazing. Usually if I was dancing behind somebody that big, it would have to be hip-hop or sexy dance moves. But it’s fun to be able to do what I’ve been training in in front of so many people. I’ve pretty much trained in everything.” Alexa is also a passionate dance teacher, having instructed at the renowned Millennium Dance Complex in California. She is a Yoga Alliance certiﬁed yoga instructor. “I’d like to continue dancing for as long as I possibly can, but maybe transition into choreography, but I love teaching yoga,” she says. “I’d like to continue doing that as well. I’ll just see where it takes me. It’s a nice thing to do

just because it’s good physically and it’s good mentally, just having something so simple. I feel like after I’m dancing so much there’s so much going on in my head. It’s nice to have something so simple but also physical.” Last year, Alexa was a contestant on Season 9 of “So You Think You Can Dance,” and was eliminated on July 18, 2012. She is now thrilled to be a member the Shaping Sound tour cast. “She’s still really young,” says Forance, who began choreographing for Alexa shortly after she began dancing. “It shocks me sometimes because I’ve known her for so long. I’ve seen her grow and now she’s a woman and she’s really come into her skin.” Christina Fuoco-Karasinski is the editor of the SanTan Sun News. She can be reached at christina@santansun.com.

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goal to make sure the kids were in school. Doctor and dentist appointments were scheduled before or after school so that would not interfere, either. Even when Darby broke his arm in a state wrestling tournament his freshman year, he didn’t miss a day. “The first thing I thought of was, ‘I’m going to miss school.’” He says that was more devastating to think of than having the broken arm. Darby has a passion for film and was president of film club. He took three years of graphic design and discovered a love of engineering in his senior year. “I wanted to combine both my passion for art and building and so that’s what I want to do at ASU. They have a couple of different majors.” He’s looking at the digital culture in media engineering and dual major in software engineering. In the fall, Darby will be one of 21 students at ASU on a Dorrance Merit Scholarship. He graduated with 28 credits and a 3.8 GPA. “Ultimately what I think helped me getting this scholarship is I had such strong academics,” Darby explains. “I have a passion for writing and I think that gave me an edge. I’ve had such good English teachers over the years,” he says, adding the perfect attendance probably helped also. The Dorrance Scholarship is for first generation college students—Dale explains it’s a tremendous scholarship including $10,000 a year for school, study abroad for one semester, summer trips, mentors, tutoring, social activities and

meetings. Darby will be living at ASU as well as starting school early. He also received a Provost Scholarship and a grant to attend college. “How can you not be proud of your kid?” Dale asks. “How do you not be amazed? He’s got a bright future ahead of him.” Alexandra’s perfect attendance record started at Goodman Elementary in kindergarten. She attended Conley Elementary through sixth grade and went on to Anderson Junior High, then Chandler High School. She’s keeping busy this summer interning at the musical theater camp at the Chandler Center of the Arts. “I used to go to summer camp there,” she says. “I used to be a summer camper in the program and then it got to the point I was too old to be in the camp, but I could work there. “I’ve always just wanted to do well,” she adds and being in school daily made a difference. Another incentive to get to school was her involvement in extracurricular activities. “For a while the extra stuff, like the arts, if you didn’t have the grades you didn’t get to do them,” she explains. Alexandra was involved in theater and orchestra throughout her high school years, performing in the production of “Wizard of Oz” her junior year in the orchestra pit and “Once Upon a Mattress” in the ensemble and the orchestra pit her senior year. In addition, she was in dance performances and choir concerts.

SELF-MOTIVATED: Alexandra Palmatier, 18, not only achieved perfect attendance, but also sings, dances and plays guitar, piano and violin. STSN photo by Tracy House

Graduating with a 3.7 GPA, Alexandra is off to NAU in August. “They have an amazing theater program up there. I’d like to go into musical theater someday. I got a full tuition scholarship.” All four years are covered and she’s starting her freshman year taking 17 credits with her English credits complete from dual enrollment in high school. “I just went to school. I just went to class. I didn’t care about the awards. I just went to class because that’s what I had to do.” Alexandra says perfect attendance wasn’t a goal, it just happened. “I learned

that’s your job when you’re young. You get up and go to school.” “I’ve had some amazing teachers that started in kindergarten and I learned so much from every teacher I had,” Alexandra mentions. “Especially in high school, I’ve had teachers that have become friends. I’ve learned more than just coursework from them. I’ve learned how to be a good person. I’ve learned how to go about your daily life.” Gail Palmatier, Alexandra’s mom, says Alexandra has been healthy and not had to go to the doctor for a sick visit. “Education is important and that’s the only way you can fulﬁll your dreams.” The family scheduled vacations and appointments around school so as not to interfere with academics. “Of course there were days I didn’t want to go, but I had to,” Alexandra adds. Even when she didn’t feel well, she pushed through it because she says, in the end, it’s more work to have to make up what you miss. “I am so proud of her and I’m proud of the person she is,” says Gail. “She could have gone to any school in the country, and I would have been comfortable because I believe she’s got the values and is the type of person who will deal with the situations in a mature way. I don’t doubt she will be successful.” 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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Chandler Summer Break Time classes ongoing It’s not too late to “Come Out and Play” Chandler. Throughout July and August take a class, get in shape or learn a new hobby. Summer Break Time classes and activities are still going on with summer camps running through July 15. A full listing of classes and activities being offered is at chandleraz.gov/breaktime. Environmental Education Center Full- and half-day camps are being offered at the Environmental Education Center, 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler. Travel the globe in search of exotic plants and animals at the Summer Nature Camps. Open to youth ages 7 to 11, fullday camp is from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Resident fee is $116, nonresident fee is $157. Half-day camps, 7:30 a.m. to noon or noon to 5:30 p.m., are $53 for residents and $72 for nonresidents. Call 480-7822890 for more information. Therapeutic Recreation Create and have fun in the cool indoors at Krafty Krafts at the Chandler Senior Center. Designed for individuals with disabilities, classes are 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. through Aug. 1. Fee is $14 for residents, $18 for nonresidents. Youth with disabilities can enjoy summer bowling 10 to 11:30 a.m. through Aug. 3. Youth will bowl two games each week at the Chandler AMF Lanes, 1900 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler. The season will

end with a party and awards. Fee must be paid to the bowling alley each week. Call 480-782-2900 or email trc@chandleraz. gov for more information. Tennis Center Chandler Tennis Center offers lessons, camps and leagues for juniors and adults. 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. For information call 480-782-2650. Teen Programs Join the Chandler Teen Program to see ﬁrst-run movies with Get Reel July 12 and 25 or get in on the action with the Teen

Summer Adventures Program including paintball, bowling, Air Worx, Laser Tag and Dave & Buster’s. Contact Manny Padia at 480-782-2746 or manuel.padia@ chandleraz.gov for information. Community Center Zumba is being offered Mondays 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Chandler Community Center, 125 E. Commonwealth Ave, Chandler. Wednesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. is Zumba Toning. Attend the Evening with Kids performance by Miss Diana’s dance classes, 6 to 8 p.m. Thu., July 14 at the Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler. Miss Diana teaches preschool, youth and adult tap, jazz and ballet. Call 480-782-2727 for more information.

Snedigar Recreation Center Chess games, puzzles, wizard says, bug house, mirror, ﬁsher, take me, charades and other activities are being offered at Chess Wizards-Chess Camp, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 15 through 19. Campers receive a folder with all the camp puzzles and a T-shirt. The fee is $63 for residents, $86 for nonresidents. Let your imagination run wild with 10,000 Lego pieces at Playwell Teknologies with Lego Camp 9 a.m. to noon Mon. through Fri., July 8 through 12. Fees are $34 for residents or $46 for nonresidents plus instructor fee. Snedigar Recreation Center is located at 4500 S. Basha Rd., Chandler. Contact Susan Richardson at 480-782-2641 for more information. Tumbleweed Recreation Center Attend a performance of “Goldilocks” presented by the Great Arizona Puppet Theater 10 to 11 a.m. Wed., July 12. Registration is required as seating is limited. Cost is $2 for residents, $3 for nonresidents and free to TRC pass holders. Tumbleweed Recreation Center, 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler has TRC Teen Sport Night 5 to 8:30 p.m. Fri., through July 19. TRC pass holders participate free. Individual and team sporting events are held in the West gymnasium or courtyard. For more information, contact Ashley Swail at 480782-2909.

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Summer Splash Tour The 2013 Summer Splash Tour hit Dr. A.J. Chandler Park at 3 S. San Marcos Place, Chandler, featuring splashing fun activities, food and live entertainment by the Radio Disney Rockin’ Road Show. Admission was free! Highlights included swimming pools with swimming lessons, water slides, games, misters, dunk tanks, bounce houses, water balloon battles, carnival-style games and a special area designated just for toddlers and preschool children. STSN photos by Tiera Allen

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Spirituality

Spiritual Reflections Am I a neighbor? BY PASTOR RYAN GEAR

Have you heard the following sayings? “I like Jesus, but I don’t like organized religion.” “I like Jesus, but I don’t like church.” “I don’t have to go to church to be a Christian.” “I’m not religious, but I’m spiritual.” These are popular sayings in American culture. In my opinion, they express a frustration with religion that millions of Americans feel. In short, they believe that the Christians they see in the media, or in some churches do not adequately reflect the love of Jesus. Of course, this does not apply to all, or even to most, Christians, but some of the more vocal Christian leaders in the media appear to be too judgmental and partisan in the opinions of many. In the famous “Parable of the Good Samaritan,” found in Luke 10:25-37, Jesus dialogues with an expert in religious law who is confident of his own moral superiority. After quoting the teaching to “love your neighbor as yourself,” the religious expert seeks to limit the term “neighbor” to include only the people whom he already likes. He defiantly asks Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” Jesus replies by telling the “Parable of the Good Samaritan,” fully knowing that the religious expert detests the Samaritan people– the Samaritans were of a different race,

followed a different religion and lived in a different region than the religious expert. By making a Samaritan the hero of the story, Jesus exposed the prejudice and hypocrisy of this very religious man. The parable PASTOR RYAN GEAR emphatically states that, “Who is my neighbor?” is the wrong question. The correct question is, “Am I a neighbor to everyone I meet, regardless of my perceived differences with them?” As I read the “Parable of the Good Samaritan,” I am challenged to ask myself the same question, “Do I seek to qualify whether someone else is worthy to be my neighbor, or am I the kind of person who chooses to be a neighbor no matter what?” As a pastor, I believe this question posed by the “Parable of the Good Samaritan” would lead to millions of our neighbors seeing Jesus more clearly in His followers. Ryan Gear is the founding and lead pastor of One Church in Chandler. For more information, visit onechurch.com or email Pastor Ryan at ryan.gear@onechurch.com.

July 6 – July 19, 2013

High Holy Day, picnic at Temple Havurat Emet With the holiday coming early this year, Temple Havurat Emet will hold its High Holy Day special event, Rosh Hashana, which will start on Wed., Sept. 4. A full membership for the temple is $100, which includes admittance to High Holy days. The offer is for first-year members only. For more information or for tickets, call Gigi at 480-785-7767. Catered picnic A picnic catered by Chompie’s Restaurant will be held beginning at 5:30 p.m. Fri., Aug. 2 for members. It will include slider sandwiches, side salads and chips for $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.

Spiritual Reflections Share your spiritual reflections...The spiritual leaders of SanTan Sun area churches, temples, mosques and other religious and spiritual gathering places are invited to contribute their Spiritual Reflections in essay format by sending their thoughts, enlightening insights and other writings of a spiritual nature to News@SanTanSun. com. Be certain to put “Spiritual Reflections submission” in the subject line, and keep your articles around 200-300 words, or they may be edited for length. Include your first and last name, title and facility name, address, phone number and website. Spiritual Reflections are printed on a space-available basis, and submission does not guarantee print. The opinions represented in this column are those of the author and not that of the SanTan Sun News.

July 6 – July 19, 2013

CRMC, MGMC host healthy living classes Healthy living classes are being presented by Chandler Regional Medical Center’s HEAT Wave committee. Patients with congestive heart failure, recovering from a heart attack or anyone interested in adopting a healthy living lifestyle can attend either of the classes taught by registered nurses in cardiology. Classes are being held at Chandler Regional Medical Center 6 to 7 p.m. Thu., July 18 in the lower level conference rooms one and two, 1955 W. Frye Rd., Chandler and 6 to 7 p.m. Thu., Aug. 15 at Mercy Gilbert Medical Ofﬁce Building, McAuley Auditorium, third ﬂoor, 3420 S. Mercy Rd., Gilbert. Call 480-728 5414 or visit MercyGilbert.org or ChandlerRegional. org to register or for more information.

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of Sat., July 13 and Sun., July 14, will help the students at San Marcos Elementary School. Donations can also be made through volunteering time to prepare, deliver and distribute the backpacks. For more information about the program, visit chandlercc.org/backpack-2013.

Chandler Christian Church is hosting a men’s breakfast, “Porn and Pancakes,” with XXXChurch.com from 8 to 10 a.m. Sat., Aug. 10 in the Worship Center. The breakfast is open to all males, including those 12 and older with an adult. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students when purchased in advance, or $15 for adults and $10 for students at the door. They are available online at chandlercc.org/porn-and-pancakes. The breakfast will address the problem of pornography through a relevant and straightforward approach with keynote speaker Craig Gross, who is the founder of Fire Proof Ministries and XXXChurch.com. David Dean, a clean comedian, will also speak. The intention is to inform, inspire and encourage men to take steps in dealing with the issue of pornography in a transparent and healthy way, as well as be supportive for others who struggle with pornography. Chandler Christian Church no longer wants to stand by and allow the pornography industry to directly and indirectly harm men, women and children in numerous ways. For additional information, contact Pastor Larry Daily at 480-963-3997 or larrydaily@chandlercc.org.

Singles night out Those interested in watching “Hairspray” at Hale Centre Theatre on Sat., July 13 are encouraged to email cccsinglesaz@gmail. com.

Upcoming summer events, news

Mission team A mission team is being formed to help Ninos de Baja in El Porvenir, Mexico Sat., Aug. 3 through Sat., Aug. 10. The team will help construct a new house for young girls. Visit chandlercc.org/ninos-de-baja/ for information.

FOUNDER: Craig Gross started Fire Proof Ministries and XXXChurch.com. Submitted photo

Local mission trip The next mission trip for Connecting Ministries will be a visit to Rocky Point from Sat., July 13 through Tue., July 16. For more information visit chandlercc.org/ rocky-point-spring-2013. Backpack drive The Connecting Ministries Backpack Drive, which is due before the weekend

Tour of Holy Land A tour of the Holy Land will be made with Pastor Roger and Nancy on Sat., Sept. 28 through Thu., Oct. 10. There are a few spots left for the tour. Contact Pastor Roger at roger.storms@chandlercc.org or call 480-963-3997. Administrative assistant needed A full-time administrative assistant position is available at Connecting Ministries, which supports life groups, memberships, support and recovery, men’s and women’s ministries and senior ministries. The position can be found at chandlercc.org/church-employment. Contact Chandler Christian Church, 1825 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler, at 480-9633997 for more information.

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Spirituality

Sisterhood to Young see ‘Hairspray’ Shabbat family service 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. First guest speaker Rabbi The ﬁrst guest speaker of the season for Sisterhood will be Rabbi Irwin Wiener on Thu., Sept. 19 in the Chapel House in Sun Lakes, followed by light refreshments. October festivities A new member luncheon will precede the Thu., Oct. 17 meeting. A day at the races at Turf Paradise Race Track will be arranged for the Sisterhood, on Tue., Oct. 29. Details will be announced Toys from the Heart program The ongoing “Toys from the Heart” program is seeking donations to provide 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. Additional Sisterhood news The sisterhood dues of $25 can be made out to SLJC Sisterhood and mail it to 3495 E. County Down Dr. Chandler, AZ 85249. Co-presidents Geri and Carol appreciate any comments or suggestions, and can be called at 480-305-0123 and 480-895-3168, respectively.

Members and nonmembers of the Jewish community are invited to attend the Temple Beth Sholom of the East Valley Young Family Shabbat service and vegetarian dinner on the third Friday of every month at 3400 N. Dobson Rd., Chandler. Rabbi Kenneth Leitner will lead the energizing service, which will merge traditional prayers with family friendly tunes in the main sanctuary. The service, which helps introduce and incorporate the ritual of welcoming in the Sabbath to families, will engage individuals of all ages. Tickets are $4 for adults, $2 for children 12 and younger and $10 for families. Payments can be made by check to TBS-EV or through PayPal at tbsev.org. Individuals are encouraged to reserve their space by emailing shabbatdinner@tbsev.org to ensure there is enough food. Call 480-897-3636 for more information.

School supply drive at Chandler Presbyterian Church The Chandler Presbyterian Church Mission Committee is collecting supplies for an estimated 10,000 needy local children. The children will visit Chandler High School on July 20 for the annual school supply event. Supplies such as backpacks, pencils, pens, crayons, markers, colored folders, binders, lined paper, rulers, erasers, sharpeners, pencil cases, school glue and scissors are needed. Individuals are encouraged to bring the supplies to church, located at 1500 W. Germann Rd., Chandler on Sun., July 7 and July 14. Cash donations, as well as check donations made out to Chandler Christian Community Center, can be given to Lori Dayton. For more information, visit chandlerpres.org.

July 6 – July 19, 2013

Lessons come alive through interactive learning Brick campaign at Chabad Pollack Jewish Center The Chabad Hebrew School is holding registration for its upcoming school year, which will begin on Sept. 8 at the new Chabad Pollack Center for Jewish Life. The classes will be held on Sunday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to noon for children ages 5 to 13. No membership is required to register for the classes. The students will be taught by warm and professional teachers while using the most advanced textbooks and methodologies to learn about the 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, Sucaah 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. Interested parties can visit the Chabad

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Hebrew School by appointment by calling 480-855-4333 or emailing info@ chabadcenter.com. For more information about the center visit chabadcenter.com. Donate a brick Bricks can be donated in honor of loved ones 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. WebXtra: For a complete list of Spiritual Connections, SanTan Sun area monthly support groups, study groups and spiritually stimulating meetings, visit SanTanSun.com and click on “Spirituality.”

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Local ‘young adult’ author dives into e-books BY ANA ANGUIANO

THE ‘WRITE’ STUFF: Gilbert’s Sharon Baum has created and published two young adult novel series that tackle adolescence in sci-ﬁ and paranormal worlds. Submitted photo

Taking her young adult novels into her own hands, a Gilbert author has made a place for herself in the competitive online market of self-published books. Sharon Baum, or S L Baum as her penname reads, loved paranormal books as a child. A fan of Anne Rice and “Star Trek,” she now has two book series of her own. A math teacher with a passion for English, Baum began writing several years ago but her life as a teacher, mother and wife took over and she left her book behind. Once her youngest son entered kindergarten she wrote her first novel, “A Chance for Charity,” in four months. Baum didn’t want to send it to agents or try to appease publishers, so the novel sat in her laptop for a year. When her husband, David, brought home a Kindle she discovered Amazon’s Independent Publishing feature, which allowed her to self-publish. “I found it to be a very self-empowering experience because you were in control of your destiny at that point,” Baum says. “If it was bad, it was your own fault you didn’t get it edited. If the cover was bad, again it was your own fault you didn’t find a good cover creator.” There was a definite learning curve but Baum found other authors and readers on Kindle who were more than willing to give advice and help her edit. Her first book is actually on its third cover due to these revisions but it is also her most popular

novel. Baum’s first book series, “The Immortal Ones,” follows a 17-year-old girl named Charity who is more than mere mortal so her life is constantly in danger. The fourth book in the series, “The Eve of Destruction,” is set to be released this summer. Her new book series, “Lush,” is set in a dystopian society where the government raises children from the ages of 5 to 18. The protagonist is another strong female character named Bluebell. The first novel was released in April; the next book in the series, “Hush,” is expected to launch this October. It might seem odd to release three books in a year but Baum is constantly trying to challenge herself and speed up her writing process. She says some selfpublished authors publish a book every other month to satisfy their impatient readers. “I think now that there are e-readers customers are starting to want their books faster than what they used to. The demand is for writers to come out with more than one book a year, which is very challenging, especially being a mother of three,” she says. Baum is a part of a new market aimed at voracious readers with electronic devices rather than paperback novels in their hands. She is part of a movement online but says she just writes what she would have liked to read when she was younger.

FORTHCOMING NOVEL: The fourth book in the series, “The Eve of Destruction,” is set to be released this summer. Submitted photo

“It’s an escape into another world,” she says. Ana Anguiano is a staff writer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at news@santansun.com.

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July 6 – July 19, 2013

Raise a toast to ‘Rocky Horror’ Cool arts, cool space “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” the longest-running theatrical release in film history, continues to do the time warp again at the UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle every Saturday night at midnight through July 27. The UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle is located at 16000 Maricopa Rd., Maricopa. A film adaptation from Richard O’Brien’s British musical horror comedy/rock opera, produced by Lou Adler and Michael White, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” features a performance by Tim Curry as a bizarre and self-proclaimed “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. The musical pandemonium begins when the couple takes refuge in the castle of Dr. Frank-NFurter as he is about to reveal his greatest creation, as well as have fun with his reluctant guests. 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. The beloved cult movie musical is presented with full audience participation. “We are very excited to become the new home of the ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ for the Valley,” says Adam Saks, vice president of UltraStar. “I grew up going to the midnight shows and I know how fun it can be and that it is a whole new segment

ALL DRESSED UP: A group of friends attends the opening night of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” at the UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle. Three of them saw the ﬁlm and had the Rocky Horror “experience” for the ﬁrst time. Photo courtesy of Midnight Mayhem

of entertainment.” 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. The events surrounding this ﬁlm feature deal with mature subject matter, so they are not recommended for the easily offended or for young children. For more details, visit ultrastarakchin. com.

The monthly Chandler Art Walk, traditionally held outdoors, has adjusted for the summer months and moved inside to make the event an even “cooler” experience. In July and August, the event traditionally held on the sidewalks of Boston Street and San Marcos Place will relocate inside the airconditioned comfort of Gangplank, a collaborative workspace located at 260 S. Arizona Ave., north of Frye Road. The indoor business is expecting to host about 30 artists. 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. Artists who are considering taking part in future Chandler Art Walks are encouraged to visit chandlerartwalk. com. There is a $25 application fee and, if accepted, there is no charge for the ﬁrst month’s booth. New artists must apply at least two weeks prior to their ﬁrst art walk.

ORGANIC METALWORKS: Chandler Art Walk hosts artists such as Wade Smith of Wade Smith Designs, an Arizona native who has been perfecting his craft of turning metal into art since the early 2000s. He creates uniquely handcrafted and lifelike metal ﬂowers from copper and other metals that capture the organic feel of nature. For more information on Wade Smith Designs, visit wadesmithdesigns. com. Submitted photo

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July 6 – July 19, 2013

Outliars hosts Improv Comedy Fest Enjoy great local and national comedians inside air-conditioned clubs for as little as $10 a ticket during the Improv Comedy Festival, presented by the Outliars Comedy Clubs at various locations—including Chandler—Thu., July 11 through Sun., July 14. Frank Caeti from “Mad TV” and Ithamar Enriquez from “Arrested Development,” “The Ofﬁce” and “The Tonight Show” take the stage 7:30 p.m. Thu., July TOP TALENT: Frank 11 in the Outliars Improv Comedy Caeti from “Mad Club House inside Stand-Up TV” performs July Scottsdale, 6820 E. 5th Ave., 11 at the Outliars Scottsdale. Improv Comedy On Fri. July 12, the Outliars Club House Comedy Club Scottsdale hosts inside Stand-Up a Local Showcase including Scottsdale as part “The Outliars” improv comedy of the Improv troupe. Show times are 7:30 and Comedy Fest. Submitted photo 9:30 p.m., also inside Stand-Up Scottsdale. The Outliars improv troupe takes the stage again 7:30 p.m. Sun. July 14 inside the Outliars Improv Comedy Club at Iguana Mack’s, 1371 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler. The improv troupe will be joined by a special guest. Tickets are $10 for all performances and reservations are required. For reservations, call 480784-7258. For more information, go to outliarscc. com.

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Artists sought for quilt show SanTan Sun area artists are being sought to participate in the exhibit, “Art Quilts XVIII: ARTrageous Art Quilts,” which will open Nov. 1 at the Chandler Center for the Arts (CCA), 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler. Textile artists who can integrate a sense of “artrageousness” into a fabric design are invited to apply for the show. 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 most signiﬁcant work to this annual juried exhibition 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.

Productions seek talented youth Does your child love the television show “Glee?” If so, CounterPoint Studio of Music & Performing Arts has just the group for musically inclined boys and girls. The studio, located at 833 N. Cooper Rd. in Gilbert, will hold open auditions for ﬁve different youth performing groups on Mon., July 8 and Mon., July 29. Both audition sessions begin 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, while having a great time performing a wide variety of songs. CounterPoint focuses on providing a fun and positive environment while offering professional instruction in voice, dance and instruments. Some of the studio’s performing groups will travel to Nashville, TN in March 2014. There also are plans to perform in the Chandler Ostrich Festival Parade next year, as well as other community showcases. Auditions are free, however, monthly group fees vary depending upon the group. If you can’t make the scheduled dates, other dates and times are available by appointment. For more information, email info@ counterpointmusicarts.com or call the studio at 480321-8810.

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BORN TO PERFORM: Talented children from the SanTan Sun area are invited to audition this month for ﬁve youth performing groups at the CounterPoint Studio of Music & Performing Arts in Gilbert. Photo courtesy of CounterPoint Studio

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Experience animals at exhibit Every summer, the ASU Art Museum in Tempe invites the community to a giant art party celebrating its summer show. This year, the 14th annual Family Fun Day is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat., July 13. The summer show is “Zoomorphic;” the exhibit continues through Aug. 17. Zoomorphic art is a clever blend of animal forms and human ideas. Animals provoke many feelings in people, from affection and tenderness to outright fear. In this exhibition, artists combine human feelings with animal images to create curious portraits of both—in print, painting and ceramics. Visitors can explore animal images in the hands-on stations in the exhibition spaces, and the museum will have art activities for children and their families, performances, balloon artists, pizza, some surprise visitors and more. Admission is free. The ASU Art Museum is located at 51 E. 10th St. in Tempe, just east of Mill Avenue and south of University. For more information, call 480-965-2787 or go to asuartmuseum.asu.edu.

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LIFE’S A ZOO: “Zoomorphic,” an exhibit at the ASU Art Museum, features art that is a clever blend of animal forms and human ideas, including this piece titled “Turtle” by artist Juane Quick-to-See Smith. It is mixed media on paper. Photo courtesy of the ASU Art Museum

Audition for VYT’s ‘Seussical’

Valley Youth Theatre holds auditions for its fall production of “Seussical the Musical” at 4 p.m. on Mon., July 8 and Tue., July 9 at the theater, 525 N. 1st St., located at the southeast corner of 1st and Fillmore in downtown Phoenix. A recent headshot or snapshot of each child’s face is required, and a resume is requested. Audition forms and instructions are available online at vyt.com/on-stage/auditions. Be prepared to sing a song and bring accompanying music in the form of sheet music or a CD. This musical production will run at the Herberger Theater Center in downtown Phoenix from Sept. 13 through 29. For more information, call 602-253-8188, ext. 4.

Embrace summer nightlife with the 24th annual Summer Spectacular ArtWalk, from 7 to 9 p.m. Thu., July 11, in the Scottsdale Arts District. ArtWalkers can “chill out” as they “ArtWalk the Line” along Main Street and Marshall Way, where dozens of fine art galleries will be busy with artist demonstrations, exhibit openings and special receptions. Among private gallery receptions, Bonner BEACH GIRL: Bonner David David Gallery will feature a special artists’ Gallery’s “Life’s a Beach” reception for “Life’s a Beach,” complete with exhibit, opening July 11 and tropical drinks that complement a selection of continuing through July 25, their artists. features vibrant works of Wilde Meyer Gallery will feature live painting fine art to satisfy your desire and thirst for being seaside. by Andrea Peterson as part of its new exhibition, “The Local Scene.” The gallery’s showcase features Among the works on display is Michael Carson’s “Beach diverse artwork including landscapes, figure paintings and abstracts created by Arizona-based Girl,” 36 x 26, oil on panel. Photo courtesy of Bonner artists. David Gallery Legacy Gallery presents its annual group show, “Legacy of the Southwest.” This long-running exhibition brings together many favorite gallery artists. Calvin Charles Gallery hosts nationally renowned artist, Stephanie Paige, painting live from 5 to 9 p.m. with a special unveiling of her new painting, “Majestic Sun,” at 8 p.m. Cool off at On the Edge Art Gallery as artists perform demonstrations, creating “hot” new summer-themed pieces. Listen to live music and enjoy iced drinks and summer edibles. Mini Styrofoam Coolers, artfully painted by gallery artists, will be given away to the first 20 customers making qualified purchases. Onlookers can meet featured artist Jenny Willigrod. Live music on the streets will create a festive atmosphere with the island sounds of steel drummer Keith Johnson, the keyboard stylings of Grady Soine, the unusual Chinese zither sounds of LauRha Frankfort, the contemporary folkrock of singer-keyboardist Nicki Park and others. The Scottsdale Arts District can be found just west of Scottsdale Road along Main Street and on Marshall Way north of Indian School Road to Fifth Avenue. There’s plenty of nearby free parking, free trolley rides and easy access to local eateries. For more information, visit scottsdalegalleries.com or call

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Local man returns for stand-up night Comedian Randy Kagan returns to his hometown of Scottsdale for a one-night-only performance of his stand-up comedy, 7 p.m. Sun., July 14, at the Comedy Spot Comedy Club, 7117 E. 3rd Ave. in Scottsdale. Tickets are $10. Kagan just got off tour with CBS’ “Late Late Show‘s Craig Ferguson” and is a former writer for the show. Originally from Scottsdale, LOCAL COMIC: Randy Kagan Kagan took his wit and sense of humor to California where he was performs at the Comedy featured on “Punk’d,” “The Dennis Spot Comedy Club July 14. Submitted photo Miller Show,” Comedy Central’s “Live at Gotham” and “The Late Late Show.” He also regularly performed at the Hollywood Improv, and recently headlined Showtime’s “Green Collar Comedy Show” and hosted the not-so-green web series, “Funny By Nature.” Kagan’s short comedy documentary, “Jewphoria,” premiered at the Austin Film Festival in October 2012. He performs across North America and works on his spin-off series, “Randy By Nature.” Kagan’s show is a special engagement for Sunday. The Comedy Spot recently changed its days of operation from Friday through Sunday to the new days of Thursday, Friday and Saturdays. Show times will continue to be 8 and 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and Thursday’s acts will go on at 7 p.m. Other upcoming performers include Freddy Lockhart, July 18 through 20, The Greg Wilson—yes, that’s what he calls himself— July 25 through 27 and Bruce Jingles from Aug. 8 through 10. Visit thecomedyspot.net for more information or to purchase tickets to shows.

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Tour exhibit, perform your impression Creatively interact and respond to a new exhibition about food and grocery shopping using poetry, spoken word and even hip hop, 12 to 5 p.m. Sat., July 29 at the Scottsdale Museum for Contemporary Art (SMoCA), 7373 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale. Take a tour of “Stocked: Contemporary Art from the Grocery Aisles,” which offers a close look at one of the most universal experiences, a task that often is taken for granted. Almost everyone shops for groceries. But we rarely, if at all, stop to examine the vast range of social issues that surround us when we shop. After the 2 p.m. tour, guests are

invited to workshop their ideas and then express themselves on an open mic beginning at 3 p.m. The dynamic group Phonetic Spit will provide musical inspiration for those wanting to rap their opinions. Call 480-874-4642 to preregister; admission is free with preregistration. Space is limited. Visitors who simply wish to watch the open mic performances at 3 p.m. are welcome to RSVP via email at smocarsvp@sccarts.org. “Stocked” continues until Sept. 1; those who bring in a can of food for donation will receive $1 off admission. For more information, call 480-874-4666 or visit smoca. org/calendar/Stocked.

SAY IT LOUD: Phonetic Spit will provide musical inspiration for those wanting to rap their opinions after a special tour of the exhibit, “Stocked,” on Sat., July 29 at the Scottsdale Museum for Contemporary Art. Tour guests are invited to share their impressions in spoken word, poetry, rap and more. Photo courtesy of Phonetic Spit

‘Experience France’ at the MIM Enjoy music, activities and a menu that will capture the spirit of France as the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) in Phoenix hosts “Experience France,” Sat., July 13 and Sun., July 14. All activities are free with museum admission. MIM spotlights the music of France with live performances on both days, including: Phoenix-based French singer-songwriter Cécile Hortensia; ZAZU, an Arizona band that will perform infectious gypsyjazz tunes; and Dr. James Gerber,

music associate for All Saints’ Episcopal Church in Phoenix, who will re-create French masterpieces that span the 16th to 20th centuries on MIM’s Rathke “visible” organ. Guests also are invited to stop by MIM’s “Try It!” station and have their face painted with a custom design. Each day at 2:15 p.m., MIM’s Europe curator, Dr. Kathleen Wiens, will lead guests through the France exhibit and showcase selected

French highlights of the Mechanical Music Gallery. Guests will learn about the music, history and instruments of France, including some fascinating automatons. Café Allegro will serve a variety of French entrées and beverages, including wine specials. The Musical Instrument Museum is located at 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. in Phoenix, at the corner of Tatum and Mayo boulevards, just south of Pima Freeway Loop 101. Visit MIM.org or call 480-478-6000.

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‘The Finding 40 Project’ looks at women turning 40 BY LYNETTE CARRINGTON

Some women dread the big 4-0. But, in reality, it means something different to every woman. Author and photographer Aimee Cebulski set out to discover what the magical age of 40 means to women around the world in the book “The Finding 40 Project”. She traversed the globe to interview friends and also called on strangers to ask them a series of questions pertaining to hopes, dreams and life experiences. Her ﬁndings were touching, surprising, sad in some cases, and uplifting. Chandler resident, Traci Orticelli, also took part in the insightful book. The inspiration for the book came a few years ago when Cebulski was traveling with some girlfriends and she was going to be the next one to turn 40. They discussed what they might do for the birthday celebration. Not caring that age 40 was considered a milestone, “I thought it would be much more interesting to see what it meant to other women,” says Cebulski. As a well-traveled woman, she realized how everyone is so different based on where they live. Cebulski traveled and interviewed and photographed women that had just turned, or were on the verge of turning 40. “Each woman gets her own chapter. She has a signature photo…and then four to six pages of text,” Cebulski explains. “I asked all the women the same 25 questions about their life.”

TELLING PROJECT: “The Finding 40 Project” draws on the experiences of women, aged 40 from around the globe. Submitted photo

The author/photographer asked about where they live, schooling, family, regrets, accomplishments, prized possessions and much more. Women interviewed were identified only by first name and hometown in the book as some discussed very sensitive matters. Orticelli, who gave SanTan Sun News her last name, found out about “The Finding 40 Project” through a post on Facebook. “Forty was a significant number in my brain at the time because I was turning 40,” Orticelli recalls.

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The single mother of two is in the military working in knowledge operations. She manages a maintenance group that is responsible for refueling planes. She went to school in Illinois and after four years of college, moved to Arizona and has lived in the Valley since 1997. Orticelli had a specific goal in mind for her 40th year. She wanted to pay off all of her credit card debt. “I got it done the day before I turned 40,” Orticelli notes triumphantly. “…There’s almost no greater feeling than financial independence. I’m finally to a point where I can be throwing money into savings instead of paying off a debt. I’ve learned some hard lessons about how to manage a budget.” She is passing that budget wisdom on to her two children, ages 5 and 8. Orticelli looks optimistically toward the future and doesn’t regret the age of 40. Author/photographer Cebulski learned a few things preparing for “The Finding 40 Project”. She ran a Kickstarter campaign to help raise funds for the book and wound up writing “Kickstarter for Dummies” to share what she learned with others. Both books are available on Amazon.com. Visit finding40.net for additional information.

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Center performances include Newton, Montgomery Tickets are on sale for the 2013-14 performances at the Higley Center for the Performing Arts, which will feature an array of performers including the Celtic band Solas, pop-and-country star Juice Newton, and country musician John Michael Montgomery. Tickets for some of the following shows at the Higley Center for the Performing Arts range from $21 to $45 and can be purchased through a secure link online at higleyarts.org, by calling 480-279-7194, or by visiting the HCPA Box OfďŹ ce at 4132 E. Pecos Road, Gilbert, AZ, 85295. The ofďŹ ce is open during the summer from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday. The 2013-14 lineup: â&#x20AC;˘ Sat., Sept. 7, at 2 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m.: Magician Eric Giliam will showcase his award winning magic and illusions in this thrilling, all ages show. â&#x20AC;˘ Sat., Sept. 13, at 8 p.m.: Irish band Solas performs a multimedia stage show, The Shamrock City Tour. Join bandleader Seamus Egan as he takes you on the unforgettable journey of his great-great uncle Michael Conwayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life in Ireland and mysterious death in America. â&#x20AC;˘ Sat., Oct. 19, at 8 p.m.: Artist Jonathan Edwards performs songs of passion, songs of insight, songs of humorâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;all

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On stage “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. “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. “Hairspray,” through Aug. 24, HCT. Queensized teen Tracy Turnblad, who has all the right moves, turns her passion for dancing into a spot on the local TV dance program. Transformed into an overnight teen celebrity, Tracy teaches 1962 Baltimore a thing or two about integration and fair play. “Alpocalypse,” 7:30 p.m. Sun., July 7, MAC. “Weird Al” Yankovic keeps the crowd roaring with comedic musical parodies, hilarious satire and his iconic sense of weird. “Five Stages,” 12:10 p.m. July 9-18, HTC. Inspired by “live lit” events like public radio’s “This American Life,” Friendly People Productions puts a theatrical spin

on the work of contemporary authors and storytellers. The show features five actresses in solo performances about life’s surprises. Shows are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Film: “Fully Awake: Black Mountain College,” 7 p.m. Thu., July 11, SMoCA-LG. A film to complement SMoCA’s Josef Albers exhibition. This 2008 documentary about the experimental Black Mountain College in North Carolina from 1933 to 1957 demonstrates the progressive pedagogy that influenced many of America’s most important 20th century artists, including Josef Albers. Admission is $7. Doors open at 7 p.m. “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” July 12-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. Frank–N-Furter, their traditional worlds are turned upside down in his strange house of Transylvanians. Disney’s “High School Musical,” July 1927, 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. Cool Classics Series: “The Czech Connection,” 7:30 p.m. Sat., July 20, TCA. Arizona Pro Arte Orchestra performs Mozart’s Symphony No. 38, “Prague” and Dvorák’s Symphony No. 7.

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“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. 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. Bruno Mars in concert, 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 “When I Was Your Man” – the latest single from Mars’ just-released sophomore album, “Unorthodox Jukebox” – has landed in the top 10 on Billboard’s “Hot 100.” Comedian Alonzo Bodden, Aug. 1-4, IMPROV. Introduced to America on 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

FUNNY MAN: Comedian Alonzo Bodden, best known for his stints on the reality TV show “Last Comic Standing,” will perform Aug. 1-4 at the Tempe Improv. Photo courtesy of Alonzo Bodden

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