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Wednesday, June 10, 2020

Officials talk evacuations, prevention in wake of fires BY CONNOR DZIAWURA Foothills Focus Staff Writer

little over a week after the East Desert Fire burned 1,492 acres, forcing some 130 homes to evacuate in the Cave Creek area, the town found itself reeling from yet another fire. Dubbed the Ocotillo Fire, the blaze was contained by firefighters at 980 acres June 2— but not before it burned down eight homes and 12 outbuildings, according to the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management. In response to the two emergencies, fire and city officials

The Ocotillo Fire quickly grew to 980 acres, destroying eight homes and 12 outbuildings in the process, according to the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management. Roughly 500 homes were evacuated. The fire was contained June 2. (Photo courtesy town of Cave Creek)

held a public meeting after containment June 2 to provide the community with information and answer questions. The Ocotillo Fire started the afternoon of May 30 along Ocotillo Road, roughly 1.3 miles northwest of Cave Creek, but grew rapidly, forcing the evacuation an estimated 500 homes, or up to 860 people, according to the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management. The evacuation was partially lifted May 31 and fully June 2. The Ocotillo Fire was determined to be human caused and is under investigation, as is the

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Adventure guide finds hope in the ashes after fire

people about the area’s history and wildlife while driving them around in Broncos and Jeeps. or the past 30 years, On May 30, tragedy stuck Johnny Ringo’s Carewhen the Ocotillo Fire tore free Adventures has through 1,216 acres in Cave been a cultural pillar in Creek and destroyed 20 the Cave Creek communibuildings—eight homes and ty. Owner Johnny Ringo is 12 structures—including known far and wide for his Ringo’s entire fleet of custom popular guided adventure tour vehicles and his garage tours that showcase the filled with equipment, tools, beauty and magic of the Soartwork and treasured memJohnny Ringo of Carefree Adventures lost his tour vehicles in the Ocotillo Fire. (Photo by Air Major Media) noran Desert. orabilia. The source of the As a young boy, Ringo watched spaghet- ter he left the corporate world and moved fire remains under investigation. ti Westerns and dreamed of becoming a to Arizona to pursue his dream. After years “I lost two Jeeps and two Broncos, as well cowboy with a black-and-white horse. That of hard work, Ringo built a successful tour see HOPE page 3 dream became a reality many years later af- business that entertained and educated

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East Desert Fire. The latter started in the area of 24th Street and Desert Hills, 4 miles north of Cave Creek Regional Park, on May 17. Roughly 130 homes were evacuated overnight, Tiffany Davila, a Forestry and Fire Management spokeswoman, previously told Foothills Focus. Residents were allowed home May 19. The fire was contained May 22. Much of the June 2 public meeting was focused on evacuation protocols and notifications as well as the reason residents were urged to leave their homes, which officials noted was a point of contention. Some residents refused to evacuate, which a few officials called dangerous and a hindrance to response. Town Marshal Adam Stein said Cave Creek officials make evacuation decisions based on what they are told by fire officials. And when an evacuation is deemed necessary, as it was in the case of the East Desert and Ocotillo fires, those in charge are careful to clear a large enough area to account for rapid changes. “We understand it’s an inconvenience for people to have to leave their homes, but again, we’re out trying to save lives and we’re out trying to save your property,” Stein explained. In regard to people who were wondering why they couldn’t return home sooner, Stein said just “because people can’t see fire doesn’t mean the danger was any less,” pointing to the Ocotillo Fire and its downed power lines, compromised propane tanks and other issues, like generators and solar systems backfeeding. Plus, he reiterated at one point, fires can change direction quickly. “It was a very hazardous scene.”

The Ocotillo Fire resulted in downed power lines, compromised propane tanks and other issues. (Submitted photo)

During the Q&A session, one woman, who didn’t identify herself, suggested more frequent communication with residents in situations such as these. Stein, however, is one of several personnel who argued it’s not that easy, as he said there are various responding agencies that all have to provide and approve information before it can be released. Not to mention rapid changes in the situation that can quickly render information stale. Stein and others pointed to the Red Cross shelter at Cactus Shadows High School as well as various internet channels through which information is funneled, though Stein did say the town is

working on improving in the future. “We realize that this system is not a perfect system, folks,” Stein acknowledged. “We also realize that we’ve learned from things, and we’ve definitely put on the list that we are going to have a single point of contact for the town of Cave Creek.” Much of the meeting was also spent on fire hazards. Dave Wilson, assistant chief of the Daisy Mountain Fire Department, cautioned that fuel loads are 600 times higher than normal this year. “These fires are unique, they’re challenging to begin with, but we’re facing some new challenges in this day and

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age that we’ve never faced before,” Wilson said, urging residents to clear their yards and create a “defensible space” of at least 30 feet to stop fires from reaching homes. Cave Creek CBO Mike Baxley later even suggested stretching the defensible space to 100 feet. But Wilson said of both fires, still a problem was “spotting,” or the projection of embers by wind. That wind, he said, can spread these embers “up to 100 feet, sometime 100 yards in these conditions.” Attic fires were caused this way, he recalled. “We are up against a major challenge in your town,” Wilson said bluntly, again highlighting the importance of defensible spaces. “I can’t sugarcoat it. You should be a bit frightened. This could happen again and probably will. … I’m not trying to scare you, but I am in a sense, because this is big and could happen again. “And it doesn’t discriminate against what home when the dense fuel loading is between the homes and the embers are flying.” Globe chamomile, also called “stinknet,” is a notable form of fuel to which much of the meeting was dedicated. Town spokeswoman Tara Alatorre, who said it is easy to spot because it smells “vile,” said the town will compile a dedicated page of resources regarding the invasive and flammable plant on its website—and she noted ongoing efforts of the town, residents and other agencies to address it. “It’s very imperative that we, as a community, try and manage this weed before

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as my ’66 Volkswagen Camper Riviera,” Ringo said. “We saw the fire moving toward us pretty fast, so I made a phone call and a friend that lives nearby rushed over to help take our three horses to safety. I was able to save my ’84 Chrysler LeBaron convertible and drove away through the fire before the garage blew up.” Had it not been for the vigilant efforts of Ringo’s neighbors, Larson Excavating, he would have lost his home as well. “While everything was burning and my vehicles were blowing up, they attached big hoses to water trucks and were spraying everything,” Ringo said. “One guy was standing in my door fighting the fire and pushing it away from the house. The fire went completely around the house—they saved my house and my property. If it wasn’t for them, I wouldn’t have a house.” Prior to the fire, Ringo’s business had already been hit hard as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, which resulted in multiple months of canceled tours and lost income. “Cave Creek is a tourist town, and we all depend on the visitors who come out here,” Ringo said. “Like all the other businesses, I’ve been affected. To help me save on some expenses, I temporarily took my vehicles off the insurance because they were just sitting here. I had planned to reinsure them when tours were ready to start up again, but then the fire came and destroyed them all. Those Jeeps I had were very rare and hard to find.” Ringo has received an outpouring of support from the community. His longtime friend Amy Dunn started a GoFundMe page on June 2 to help Ringo replace his tour vehicles. “I moved to Arizona in 1993, and Johnny has been a part of Cave Creek for as long as I can remember,” Dunn said. “He has one of the biggest hearts out there and will always be the first to offer a hand. He has been very involved in helping nonprofits and organizations within the community. For the first time in Johnny’s life, he’s asking for help. His dream is to bring people to our backyard to create lasting memories for them. He has been a long-standing pillar to the

Johnny Ringo of Carefree Adventures is considered a celebrity in Cave Creek. (Photo courtesy Carefree Adventures)

Johnny Ringo sees hope after the Ocotillo Fire—especially when he saw this rainbow. (Photo courtesy Johnny Ringo)

town of Cave Creek, and if anyone deserves to continue living their dream, it’s Johnny.”

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Hunkapi Programs cares for horses displaced by fire

ways a refuge for other farms but also a place for community members to volunteer and give back.

The volunteers brought fans, hay, love and effort, Schaad said. The fans were especially needed, as Hunkapi farm’s extra barn was without them. The horses were housed, fed, watered, given electrolytes, walked and turned out by the volunteers. “They had a lot of chaos for one day,” Schaad said. She said animals are scared

when they’re moved. They were spooked at first, but by June 1 they had settled in. “They calmed down pretty quickly,” Schaad said. They were kept at Hunkapi Programs for 48 hours, leaving when the fire was contained on June 2. They were able to return to their same home, as it was damaged very little. Schaad said the organization typically doesn’t foster horses. Many of their horses are rescue horses. Its 24 horses are used for equine therapy for those with autism spectrum, attention deficit, oppositional defiant, emotional, addiction and post-traumatic stress disorders. Its goal is to use the bond between horse and human as a catalyst for positive growth in the lives of its participants. “We just have a big heart for helping animals, because we use animals for therapy,” she

said. Schaad said that she, and her whole facility, enjoyed housing the extra horses. “Especially now that there is so much chaos in the world,” Schaad said. “It was really important for us to practice extending a hand.” Schaad said she hopes her farm is al-

have here.” But other communities that have enacted ordinances, Stein added, have a “different mindset (and density) than what we have in Cave Creek.” “Unfortunately, when we talk about these things, we have to look at the big picture. I’m a big fan of the defensible areas that all the chiefs have spoken about,” he continued, saying that if anyone can’t pay to have stinknet removed from their property or even do it themselves, then they should contact the town for potential solutions. Though Stein and other present officials repeatedly championed defensible spac-

es, local resident Bill Basore, standing at the podium, posed a challenge: Officials should provide annotated images explaining what does and doesn’t work. “To you, ‘defensible space’ is a very clear term. But to me, it’s not,” Basore stressed. “You know, I’m not a professional at this.” Fire officials took turns offering resources, which include brochures at the fire station in Carefree, as well as information accessible at cavecreek.org, carefree. org, daisymountainfire.org and maricopa. gov. And earlier in the meeting, Rural Metro Fire Chief John Kraetz had even suggested driving through the intersection of Spur

Cross and Fleming Springs roads, where he said a residence to the north has a good example; but across the street, on the southeast, he said, there are structures that didn’t survive. “Seriously, go around and look at some of those houses and it’ll amaze you how just that little bit of effort can really protect the entire town,” Kraetz said. The fire that burned down the historic Black Mountain Feed Store on June 1 was also addressed, though no updates were provided. Kraetz said that one remains under investigation as well. To watch the full archived meeting, visit https://youtu.be/8aaCK7uACb0.

BY ELSA HORTAREAS Foothills Focus Contributing Writer

unkapi Programs in Scottsdale took in 15 horses displaced from the Ocotillo fire in Cave Creek on May 31. None of the 15 horses were injured, but they were in a barn that was in the line of fire. The fire was previously thought to have been contained but jumped a road near where the horses were housed. They were from a facility near Spur Cross and Cave Creek roads. Terra Schaad, the founder and CEO of Hunkapi Programs, heard of the fires and posted on Facebook post that Hunkapi farm had extra stalls available. The farm then got a call from the emergency organization Arizona Foothills 911, saying 20 horses needed shelter. A few hours later, 15 horses arrived at Hunkapi farms, delivered by Arizona Foothills 911. Arizona Foothills 911 is a nonprofit that headed the rescue of all the horses in danger of the fire. Around 11:30 a.m. May 31, Schaad further explained on Facebook that they needed help for the extra horses. By 4:30 p.m., Hunkapi farms had 40 volunteers ready to help. Typically, it has five to 15 volunteers. “It really speaks highly of the community and how willing they are to help and support people and animals in need,” Schaad said.

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it flowers, because once it flowers and goes to seed, you’re spreading it community-wide,” Alatorre cautioned. In response to a submitted question about passing an ordinance to enforce private property maintenance, officials remained uncertain. “I think one of our challenges is many of the communities that have these ordinances in place are in a different climate that we are,” Baxley responded, moments later adding, “We need to find some way to look at things that may be a hybrid of other jurisdictions. I don’t know of any personally that take in account the unique topography and vegetation that we do

Hunkapi Farms’ 24 horses are used for equine therapy for those with autism spectrum, attention deficit, oppositional defiant, emotional, addiction and post-traumatic stress disorders. (Photos courtesy Hunkapi Farms)

The farm’s needs

Over the course of the afternoon, monetary donations, supplies and volunteers came pouring in to care for these horses. Unfortunately, Hunkapi Farms still has current needs to care for the animals. The farms’ business address is 12051 N. 96th Street, Scottsdale. For more information, call 480393-0870. Its wish list is at hunkapi.org/donate/#wishlist • Five mini halters • Five mini fly masks • Seven small Arabian horse fly masks • Fly spray • Eye wash • 10 salt blocks • $50 per horse for shavings • Dewormers • Volunteers

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program for corporate executives who visit Cave Creek every October to participate in a desert adventure led by Ringo. “Johnny does a lot of great things for this town and supports all of the other businesses in Cave Creek,” she added. “He’s such a fixture in the community— he’s a local celebrity. Anyone who has ever met Johnny loves him.” A friend who is a builder and structural engineer has already begun designing a new garage for Ringo, while others have come up with ideas to make road art out of his old vehicles. A creative welder is going to take the collapsed tin roof from Ringo’s garage and flatten it with a tractor, then take it to local Cave Creek Museum, where it will be included in a historical exhibit on the Ocotillo Fire. “The entire town is so special to me,” Ringo said. “People have been knocking on my door to check on me, give me courage, and share ideas for things that can be done with what’s left. I haven’t stopped crying. Cave Creek is an amazing community where everybody helps each

other out and looks after one another. There’s no place like it, and I don’t ever want to live anywhere else but here.” After taking a photo of the rubble left from the fire and looking at it later, Ringo noticed a rainbow—the ultimate symbol of hope. “Everyone who’s seen that picture has said the rainbow is a sign,” he shared. “I’m going to rise from the ashes and be back bigger and better than before. I have this energy inside of me from the fire, and I plan to rebuild and bring people back out to the desert so I can continue to live my dream and share it with everybody across the world.” For more information, visit carefreeadventures.com or bit.ly/3eVtSsd.

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America has its problems Racism

BY JUDY BLUHM Foothills Focus Guest Columnist

re you there, God? Just asking because we are having quite a few problems down here and we could use some divine intervention. First, it was the coronavirus that set the tone for 2020. A pandemic that took the lives of over 100,000 Americans—our mothers, fathers, grandparents, wives and husbands. Then it took the lifeblood of countless businesses and workers. It demolished the economy like a wrecking ball, destroying huge swaths of the things we loved most—going to restaurants, sporting events, shopping, gatherings, parties, concerts, traveling. All canceled or postponed. And yet more trouble came our way. We are a country that is diverse and strong, built on the foundation of freedom. “Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness” is a well-known phrase in the Declaration of Independence, which gives “unalienable rights” to all human beings by their creator and which our government is to protect. So great is our nation

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that we have been a model for democracy around the world. Well, we have our challenges. The recent killing of George Floyd while in police custody has sent us, as a society, into a tailspin. The protestors with legitimate voices of outrage have been upstaged by looters and criminals with the intent of violence, burning and harming the innocent businesses who were already struggling. Peaceful protests have been hijacked by people who only care about themselves. It is hard to watch the chaos unfolding in our cities and communities. Yet, harder still to watch the killing

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of another innocent black man. I was readNO HOPE ing the rant of UNCERTAINTY a local Phoenix writer who claimed “2020 is the worst year ever.” He went on to say the world is coming to an end with a pandemic, racism, a depression, climate change, political divides and violence. Was no other time in history this difficult? We need perspective. In 1918, the Spanish flu swept across the world and in America took the lives of over 675,000 people. If the 1920s brought relief, the crash of 1929 came to catapult Americans into poverty and soup lines for 10 years. Soon, there was WWII, the battle for humanity which cost

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405,000 U.S. soldiers their lives. Fast forward to the Korean and Vietnam wars. And we should not stop there. We have had terrible wars in far-off places for over 50 years! There was 9/11 and the Great Recession. Riots due to racial inequities are part of our history. Perspective helps us realize that as a nation we have had many tough years. We are all sickened by what happened to George Floyd and by the burning, looting and violence happening throughout our country. Uncertainty, anger and sadness have engulfed us. We are at a fork in the road, a time to reflect on who we are, where we have been and where we are going. Now is our moment to face our challenges and move forward with actions to take us to a future that we, our children and grandchildren deserve. We can do better. And as one nation, under God, we will. God bless America. Judy Bluhm is a writer and a local Realtor. Have a story or a comment? Email Bluhm at judy@judybluhm.com.

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Dialogue, not baseless claims, needed on policing BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Foothills Focus Columnist

et me begin with full disclosure: In my day job, I work as a public relations consultant. Among my clients are various public safety organizations. Thus, I earn a living in part by representing police officers. Having said that, no law enforcement organization has paid me to write this piece, nor is a single cop aware I am doing so. I’m writing this piece not for money but because I believe there’s something that needs to be said amid the anti-police feeding frenzy occupying America of late. It is entirely possible to support police, to respect police officers and to believe that the killing of George Floyd was an evil, unacceptable act—murder in broad daylight. It is equally possible to disagree

with the prevailing narrative that policing suffers from systemic racism and that killings like the tragedy that befell Floyd—an unarmed black man—happen every day. Thank God, such cases are very much the exception, not the rule. Since 2015, the Washington Post has logged every fatal shooting committed by a police officer in the line of duty across the country. American cops have killed 5,367 people while on duty during that time. Of those killings, 2,416 involved white people. 1,265 killings took the lives of black people. Another 889 of the dead were listed as Hispanic. Of the 5,367 people killed by police officers in the line of duty, do you know how many were unarmed? A total of 321. I fully realize that this data is imperfect. It doesn’t include Floyd, for example, because he was not shot to death. And yes, it’s easy to twist statistics to say what you want them to say.

Still, I believe my point holds: American police officers do not as a general rule execute unarmed civilians—an accusation I’ve read and heard repeatedly in media soundbites and social media messages over the last week. Are there bad cops? Sadly, yes. Police officers like Derek Chauvin, Floyd’s accused killer, should be fired, prosecuted and punished. As a nation, we must continue to draw a bright line between lawful and criminal conduct and we must punish those who cross that line, from the worst transgressors, like Chauvin, to those who riot and loot under the guise of protest. Let me be clear: In no way am I here to exempt policing from criticism. Many police chiefs, police leaders and street cops have real blind spots when it comes to how they’re perceived and the ramifications of their actions in the communities they serve. The crisis in policing is real, even if the narrative that every cop is racist is false.

We’ve all heard talk of late that we need to have “a community conversation” about race, bigotry and law enforcement. Candid dialogue and engaged listening will play a huge role in whatever comes next for public safety and rebuilding relationships that have been decimated by Floyd’s killing and its aftermath. But in my experience, dialogues inevitably fail if those involved can’t agree on basic facts. The stereotype that every cop, most cops or many cops begin their shifts on the hunt for easy prey and people of color is not borne out by the facts. I’ll say it again: There are bad cops. Yes, one bad cop is too many, just as 958 police officers killed in the line of duty since 2015 is 958 too many. Among us in every area of life are evil humans, including those who kill with impunity. But not many of them wear a badge while toiling at one of this country’s most difficult and most misunderstood jobs.

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f you’re fortunate, you’ll live independently and in good health throughout your retirement years. However, if you ever needed some type of long-term care, such as a stay in a nursing home, would you be financially prepared? To answer this question, you may want to evaluate two variables: your likelihood of needing long-term care and the cost of such care. Consider the following: • Someone turning age 65 today has an almost 70% chance of eventually needing some type of long-term care, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. • The average cost for a private room in a nursing home is about $100,000 per year, while a home health aide costs about $50,000 per year, according to

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usan Clark is all about education. When her Clark Bodywork Therapies clients visit her, she shares her treatments on an oversized muscle chart on her wall. “I show them where muscles connect and why I worked other areas,” Clark said. “A lot of people who have low back pain have super tight muscles in their pelvic region. They’re amazed at how their low back pain is gone after I’ve worked it. “I work the deep core muscles. Chiropractors don’t mess with that.” Clark, a board-certified, licensed massage therapist, is a member of American Massage Therapy Association and a 2004 graduate of Southwest Institute of Healing Arts in Tempe, specializing in therapeutic massage. Clark, who works out of her Cave Creek home, said one patient’s chiropractor wanted her to have an MRI because she wasn’t improving. After her first treatment with Clark, she started feeling better. “She could walk normal again,” she said. “When the psoas muscles are tight, it affects low back pain. You feel like an old woman hunched over walking. You can’t straighten up. It’s so gratifying. I love doing this work.” Clark decided to pursue a career in massage after she stopped working with horses. In 2003, when she was 50 and her last horse had to be put down, she attended Southwest Institute of Healing Arts in Tempe. “It’s something I had been thinking about for a while,” said Clark, who will be 66 in July. “If a horseback rider wants

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Susan Clark is a board-certified, licensed massage therapist; a member of American Massage Therapy Association; and a 2004 graduate of Southwest Institute of Healing Arts in Tempe, specializing in therapeutic massage. (Photo by Pablo Robles)

to get better, a massage is excellent for that. If someone is tense, the horse can feel it. The gait may not be as smooth because the rider is stiff. “I was also tired of working in the corporate world. I thought I could be working for myself. I worked in research and development and saw how the FDA worked. Drugs have their place; however, I think people end up using them chronically. It’s killing them. I always had a passion for exercising, working out and weightlifting. I was a speed skater when I was younger in Chicago.” For their first appointments, Clark offers a consultation, during which she describes pain and referral pain. “A lot of people say, ‘Just give me a massage in this area,’” Clark said. “Sure, they’re hurting there, but this is where the pain’s coming from. I usually tell them I’ll do a whole-body massage but

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focus on that area.” When she founded Clark Bodywork Therapies, she quickly learned people don’t like the phrase “deep-tissue massage.” Many, she discovered, do not understand fully what it means. “They think we have to hurt them,” Clark said. “If that’s what they want, fine. I try to explain to them there’s so much more involved. “We have fascia that runs through our body. They’re like three-dimensional webs that hold the muscles together. If the fascia is tight, the muscles can’t glide against each other. I work the fascia first and go into deep tissue. Then, sometimes it’s easier to get into the deeper tissue, so you don’t have to inflict pain.” Besides deep-tissue massage, her services include Swedish massage, manual lymphatic massage, hot stone massage, prenatal massage and reiki. For

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deep-tissue and Swedish massages, her prices are $45 for 30 minutes, $60 for 60 minutes and $85 for 90 minutes. The manual lymphatic massage is $80 for 60 minutes. The hot stone massage is $90 for 60 minutes and $120 for 90 minutes. The prenatal massage is $55 for 30 minutes and $75 for 60 minutes. Reiki is $50 for 30 minutes and $80 for 60 minutes. She’s discovered ways to make it less painful. She slows down the stroke, stops at a trigger point and holds it. “There are a lot of things you can do to actually make deep tissue feel good,” she said. “If my clients say, ‘That’s a good hurt,’ that’s awesome. When they start tensing up, it’s counterproductive. They’re tensing their muscles and undoing what you’re trying to get done.” For products, she uses Biotone, which is all natural without parabens. Eugene, Oregon-based Soothing Touch provides more than 200 natural, high-quality massage and spa products that Clark adores. She is one of many therapists and customers around the world who use its Ayurvedic creams and lotions, topical pain relief gels, body butters, then organic sugar and salt scrubs. Bon Vital is the third product she utilizes. It’s made with all-natural and organic products. Finally, Amrita is a family-owned, family-friendly manufacturer that specializes in organic essential oils of the highest purity. The company also utilizes 140 essential oils, all of which have been tested for purity using gas chromatography and other tests. Susan Clark, LMT, NCBTMB Clark Bodywork Therapies 480-578-2943 clarkbodyworktherapies.com

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A former Arizona Republic journalist, Shawver received the 2018 Polish Heritage Award from the Polish American Congress of Arizona. She’s a 2019-21 Road Scholar for Arizona Humanities, the Arizona affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. “Henry” won first place for Published Nonfiction, in the 2018 Arizona Authors Association Literary Contest. Since the book’s release, she has become a popular speaker at community organizations, libraries, book clubs, synagogues and community colleges. For more information about Shawver and her book, visit katrinashawver.com, email her at katrina@katrinashawver.com or call her at 602-492-1232.

“I had never seen the cactus flowers and the cactus plants themselves,” said Zink, who did post-grad work at the University of South Carolina. “I was taken by how unique and special they are. I think plants like agave, prickly pear and the different varieties are beautiful. When you see your first spring desert bloom, you can’t believe these gnarly plants have beautiful flowers. I’m really taken Beth Zink grew up on the East Coast and lived with her husband in by the uniqueness of the Colorado until his job sent him to the Valley in 1986. Arriving in Arizona, Zink was instantly in love. She hadn’t seen the cactus flowers and the plants flora in the desert,” previously. (Photo courtesy Beth Zink) So much so that she with her husband in Colorado until his job focuses on them in her paintings. She’s sent him to the Valley in 1986. Arriving in well known for her desert botanical pieces painted with bold, dynamic colors. Arizona, Zink was instantly in love.

Zink also paints landscapes and performs commissioned work for people who want something special. “About 50% of my business is commissioned work, where a client needs a specific piece,” she said. “I have an endless source of inspiration. “I took graduate-level courses in painting and drawing. I’ve done photography, pottery and sculpture, but my true love is really drawing and painting. That’s my strength.” Zink’s studio is open year-round by appointment when she’s not at her Pinetop cabin. Clients can stop by and peruse Zink’s artwork on the wall. She also wells giclee prints, high-quality ink jet prints on canvas. “I don’t inventory giclee,” she said. “I do special orders. I had a client who made an appointment to come to the studio, and

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e’ve all come through endless weeks cooped up at home. It’s time for a summer where anything is possible—including becoming a writer. The Glendale Public Library’s Writers in Residence program may be just the opportunity. The Arizona State Library, Achieves and Public Records, a division of the Secretary of State’s office, supports the Writers in Residence program with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. This means the program is free. This summer, Phoenix author Katrina Shawver, who penned “Henry: A Polish Swimmer’s True Story of Friendship from Auschwitz to America,” is offering workshops through the library.

Author Katrina Shawver will host writer workshops this summer through the Glendale Public Library. (Photo courtesy Glendale Public Library)

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hen Beth Zink approached her parents about studying art, she made a pact with her father that she would major in education at Bethany College. “My elementary school art teacher told my mother I had a gift,” Zink said. “I was in public school and she suggested I continue to get more art education, so my mother persuaded my dad to allow me to major in art in college, but I also had to study education.” Her teacher’s hunch was correct. Zink went on to become a successful artist in Cave Creek. “My mother lived to be 92, so she saw me make a successful living as an artist,” said Zink, whose father died prior. “I just do what I love.” Zink grew up on the East Coast and lived

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she ordered a giclee of a painting she saw. “Another option is throw pillows and framed tiles. I also have a royalty agreement with purses and a card company. I collaborate with Frame My TV, which is on the north side of Boston. They make motorized giclee that cover a TV set. It hides any TV set up to 114 inches. You can choose from multiple frames. That’s a real specialty item for people who really hate their television set. It’s for somebody who entertains a lot and do not want that big black box.” Zink shares her talent with the public. She teaches classes and workshops out of her Cave Creek studio from October to May, and painting classes in Pinetop from June to October. “I have regular weekly classes—oneday all-day painting workshops, a startto-finish painting class with all supplies included,” Zink said. “They’re geared toward beginners. There’s no major investment. They can test the water and see what they’d like to do. Those are very popular. The one-day workshop is $150, and they take home a 14-inch-by-18-inch

painting.” During the pandemic, Zink took to the web to teach classes. “I realized in early April that I wasn’t going to be teaching anymore this spring,” she said. “I had to cancel my workshops and my classes. I woke up one morning and had a great idea. I thought, ‘Let’s do some videos.’ “My husband— who’s very supportive—and I started collaborating on what we could do to entertain Beth Zink shares her talent with the public. She teaches classes and workshops out of her Cave Creek studio from October to May, and painting classes in Pinetop from June to October.

ourselves and reach out to people who couldn’t take the classes any longer. It started with his instruction and me being silly, like imitating the ‘Gong Show.’ I’ve done 14 so far. I have a Bob Ross wig. I have a blonde bombshell wig. I just make it silly but educational at the same time.” Zink has garnered more than 4,000 YouTube views and a slew of emails thanking her for what she’s done. She added that many art lovers say they’re staying sane during the lockdown with her videos. “We turned it into something that’s a lot more meaningful than we ever dreamed it would be,” she said. “We’re going to keep it going. It’s fun for us to do. My husband is more involved. He interacts with me when I’m doing the painting demonstration. We’re having a lot of fun together creating these. It’s been a hoot.” Beth Zink Art Studio hours by appointment 33444 N. 55th Street, Cave Creek 480-980-3848, bethzinkart.com

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arro’s Pizza and Pepsi are teaming up this June to raise money for children and families affected by pediatric cancer. Throughout the month, all Barro’s Pizza locations will donate proceeds up to $40,000 from the sale of any lunch special to the Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children, a local nonprofit whose mission is to help Arizona families with the high costs and challenging logistics while caring for their children during cancer treatment. “This is one of our favorite times of year,” said Mike Barro, owner of Barro’s Pizza.

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for her daughter. Knowing the struggle and the toll it takes on the family, Funari started the organization to empower families by ensuring they have a secure place to live, access to medical treatment and continued support. They have since helped hundreds of local families and will continue to help more and more families each year. “Barro’s Pizza has been so generous over the years, raising over $100,000 for us,” Funari said. “We are so grateful to have a local

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