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Scottsdale Grammy Winner Roars With ‘Tiger’ For Grammy Award winner April Stevens, penning her book “Teach Me Tiger” was a true labor of love.

Stevens, who along with brother Nino Tempo earned the 1964 Best Rock ‘n’ Roll Recording prize for “Deep Purple,” admitted she cried while writing “Teach Me Tiger.”

“There was still a lot of crying going on,” she said. “I got lost sometimes and I had to stop. I had a little ankle surgery. I thought, ‘Well, great. I’ll be able to work and just finish it.’ I didn’t even want to look at it.

When you’re in pain and your body is trying to get well, you just can’t do anything like that.”

April Stevens was born Carol LoTempio in Niagara Falls, N.Y., in 1929. Blessed with a beautiful voice, she found success in the 1950s through 1970s, recording for a number of labels, including RCA Victor.

The book “Teach Me Tiger” tells the story of her career and her life between 1950 and the present. It is named after her sexually suggestive 1959 hit, which peaked at No. 86 on the Hot 100 chart.

“I remembered so much that I didn’t expect to remember,” said Stevens, who is married to Bill Perman. “I thought, ‘How will I remember every incident?’ But one incident reminded me of the next incident.”

One of those incidents is her and her brother’s Grammy win. Stevens keeps the award on her mantle in her Scottsdale home and is contemplating taking it with her on book-signing events.

“We never expected to win,” she said. “I had my mouth full of food. I was chomping away. I couldn’t believe it.”

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Left: Scottsdale resident and Grammy winner April Stevens has released the autobiography “Teach Me Tiger.”

they thought a win wasn’t possible. Their parents, however, had been very supportive.

“They left their hometown and all their families just to come out to California in the ‘40s,” she said. “I was just about 11 or 12 and Nino was about 6. It turned out well though— really well.”

She credits her friends, such as Cary Grant, for helping guide her career.

“He used to come to our house and have spaghetti dinners,” Stevens said.

“He said, ‘Have fun on the way up because there are no rewards at the end. The fun is trying to get there.’ He was right. He was absolutely right. He was a wonderful friend.”

She and her brother also counted among their friends Phil Spector, Bill Medley of the Righteous Brothers, Atlantic Records’ founder Ahmet Ertegun, Ozzie and Harriet Nelson, Cher, Anthony Quinn and Bobby Darin.

“If I hadn’t fallen in love with the fella I did, who knows what might have happened,” Stevens said about her career. “I always wonder about that, but I had a great life. It’s really been enough for three people.”

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If you are one of the lucky people to receive a fabulous new tablet or eReader as a gift, make sure you check out your eBooks from the library.

There are thousands of books you’ll love, and you can download them from the comfort of your home. All you need is your library card to get started. If you don’t have a Scottsdale Public Library card, stop by one of its five branches to obtain one. Cards are free for Maricopa County residents, and it takes less than 10 minutes to sign up.

Each year around the holidays, the Scottsdale Public Library is inundated with customers who are having a bit of trouble downloading library resources onto their new gadget. With four different services available from the library, it’s understandable that one may need some help when getting started. That’s why the Scottsdale Public Library offers a variety of ways to help you make downloading eMaterials a breeze.

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The Spa at Gainey Village is banishing wintertime blues through Christmas Day with Candy Cane Champagne Dream manicures and pedicures ($35 to $65); Buttered Rum Holiday Vichy Shower Treatment ($92) and Mint Chocolate Mistletoe Body Wrap ($92).

Guests who purchase an hour-long Spa at Gainey Village treatment can enjoy complimentary full-day access to the adjoining private athletic club. The spa is located at 7477 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd., Scottsdale. For appointments, call (480) 609-6979 or visit www. villageclubs.com.

After 19 years in central Scottsdale, Los Sombreros Café and Cantina has opened a second location in North Scottsdale, 14795 N. Northsight Blvd., the former home of Javinos. For information, call (480) 991-1799 or visit www.lossombreros.com.

Congratulations to Sam on her new job!

The Scottsdale Fire Department is once again collecting gifts for Toys for

Tots through Tuesday, Dec. 24. This year, Scottsdale Fire is requesting more gifts for middle- and high-school-age youths. New, unwrapped toys or youth gifts also can be dropped off at one of Scottsdale’s 15 fire stations or the Lou Witzeman Public Safety Building.

Scottsdale Resort is serving up a deluxe Christmas Day brunch, that includes dishes ranging from premium seafood and roast prime rib to brunch delights including eggs Benedict, Belgian waffles and cheese blintzes.

The holiday feast is $62 for adults, $31 for children ages 9 to 12, and free for kids 8 and younger. The meal is in Vista Verde, the resort’s restaurant with a magnificent view of the McCormick Ranch Golf Club. Scottsdale Resort is located at 7700 E. McCormick Pkwy., adjacent to McCormick Ranch Golf Club. For reservations, call (800) 5400727.

Kudos to George Kirkland, who passed his board of review for his Eagle rank in Boy Scouts of America from the Grand Canyon Council. Only approximately 5 percent of Boy Scouts

The owners of Old Town Scottsdale’s hit brat and beer spot, Dave Andrea and Payton Curry are ready to transfer their success from German tastes to Latin escapes. Their new concept, Taco Haus, is the spicy hermanita of their popular German beer hallstyled restaurant, Brat Haüs.

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and Dr. Denise Garcia M.D. will work alongside Dr. Matthew Palmer, O.D. The new office increases its previous size by 1,000 square feet. For more information on Southwestern Eye Center and its physicians, visit www. sweye.com. Follow Southwestern Eye Center on Facebook at www.facebook. com/SWeyecenter and on Twitter at @ SWeyeCenter.

Happy Holidays to all of our readers from the Nearby News!

Southwestern Eye Center opened a new Scottsdale location at 3301 N. Miller Rd. Dr. Daniel Adelberg M.D., Dr. Michael Champion M.D.

What’s the buzz in your neighborhood? New babies or grandbabies? Announcements? Engagements?

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Trio of TV Talent Comes to Scottsdale

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Calling from Connecticut where the high is to reach a chilly 30 degrees, “The Voice” winner Javier Colon is looking forward to his Friday, Dec. 20, “An Oh So Acoustic Christmas” show at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.

“Scottsdale’s going to be awesome,” Colon said. “I know you had a little bit of a cold spell for a second. I’m looking forward to getting to warmer weather.”

The evening features a trio of television competition show winners.

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stints with EmcQ and in your corner. I’m The Derek Trucks sure we have a lot of Band. He recorded similar experiences and under the name “Javier” definitely a lot to catch for Capitol Records up on for sure.” from 2002 to 2006, The three acts will when his contract was play holiday numbers terminated. Afterward, and delve into their Colon became an own catalogs, where “The Voice” winner Javier independent artist with appropriate.

“Christmas is my Colon performs Friday, Dec. 20, his own label, Javier favorite time of the at the Scottsdale Center for the Colon Music.

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For his win on “The year, as it is for so many people,” Colon explained. “It just Voice,” he was given $100,000 and brings so much joy and it’s the time a recording contract with Universal of year when everybody has more Republic Records. Colon and the label of a light-hearted attitude—I hope. eventually parted ways.

But 2014 is set to be an exciting We’re going to bring some Christmas cheer to everybody and really enjoy one for Colon, as he is on the verge of ourselves at the same time. I’m looking signing a new record deal.

“Well,” he said coyly, “actually there’s forward to the show.”

Colon is best known for his work a label we’re in deep talks with. I don’t on “The Voice,” where he was on want to say who it is, but it looks very Adam Levine’s team. But his career promising. We should have something is much richer. On his resume are inked in the next little bit.”

In the meantime, he’s preparing to have a fun-filled holiday with his family, which includes his wife, daughters who are 4 and 6, and an 8-month-old son.

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The Mom-e Club has grown through the women involved. Other women have come to the club through wordoutside of the state, one of which is in of-mouth and social media. “There’s South Korea. “We’re more of a global definitely a need for moms and women organization,” Pelletier entrepreneurs, we never said. “We’ve definitely exclude any woman from been spreading out.” joining. Any woman Pelletier said the is invited to attend the Mom-e Club is therapy. meetings.”

“It’s really challenging Meetings are scheduled to be isolated. A lot at local businesses. of women work for “The club is comprised themselves in a homeof a lot different aspects. based office and don’t We have chapter usually get out unless meetings that meet once it’s a networking event.” Tisha Marie Pelletier, founder a month,” Pelletier said. of Mom-e Clubs She said she doesn’t There are live meetings, think networking events offer enough educational webinars, quarterly social time to engage with people and mixers throughout the country and develop a relationship. But the Mom-e every year Pelletier sponsors a Mom Club is different. It’s not about making Entrepreneur celebration which is

Mom-e Clubs Offer Entrepreneurial Support

By Tracy House When Tisha Marie Pelletier founded Mom-e Clubs, she was looking for a way to connect with other mom entrepreneurs. After attending entrepreneurial and momclub meetings, she said she felt like she didn’t belong. She left one of the meetings and wrote about how she felt on her blog.

“I’m a mom. I’m an entrepreneur.

I’m both and there isn’t something that meets those needs for me in terms of meeting other like-minded women,” Pelletier explained. Her blog was read by a local newspaper and as they say, the rest is history.

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The owner of three businesses and mother of two said, “When I became a mom and an entrepreneur it was the hardest thing I ever had to do.”

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“It’s like the Miss America for mom entrepreneurs.”

Pelletier said the meetings are smaller and intimate gatherings. “It takes a certain person to come to the meetings.” She explained the meetings are not about making sales. “It’s about relationship building and creating friendships.”

Erin Edwards, chapter president of the Mom-e Club in Scottsdale, echoed those ideas. She started attending the meetings when she was a wardrobe consultant with a clothing line and has been the chapter president for three ... continues on page 12

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WHEN: Tue., Jan. 7, from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

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“It’s not exclusively moms of children,” she said. As a teacher she has 22 kids every day and comes home to fur, feather and bristle children.

Mom-e Club is unlike any other organization out there, Edwards said.

“It’s about empowering women entrepreneurs, helping them feel a connection, so I like to call it the coffee break from traditional networks.”

She mentioned that with Mom-e Club there are so many chapters you show up when you can make it and sometimes you laugh, sometimes you cry. “You always get something out of it whether you want to or not.”

The form of the club is different from other organizations. “The basis of the group is a roundtable discussion,” Edwards said. “Every single chapter has the same question. So we have a question and you have the option to chime in if you want to.” You don’t have to share if you don’t want to, Edwards continued, “You can sit back and take

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Edwards explained that the group is not industry specific, with women in direct sales, interior design, product lines and nonprofits. “It is, in a way, supporting and helping each other grow their own businesses and ideas.”

Mom-e Club is geared toward women business owners, women interested in starting their business and finding likeminded women who want to share, connect and build relationships.

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Kate Benjamin, owner of HausPanther, sells all things sustainable and cat related. 5. Senior monthly meeting dogs hearsay from the Tickled Pink Weimaraner Rescue rest on their comfy pink beds. 6. Brothers Leo and Dexter cuddle to keep warm and stay safe inside a scary place for new rescues.

7. Willow, with the Outlaws Fly Ball Racing Team, demonstrates his agility and intelligence on the course. 8. An employee of Pampered Pooch Collar Covers customizes a collar for one lucky pet. 9. Randy and Leona, a 10-week-old Maltese and poodle mix, get a new perspective on the festival. 10. Kelly Preston holds “Real Dogs Don’t Whisper” and the newly printed children’s edition, “Mister Spunky and His Friends.” 11. Ashley with Lost Paws holds Tucker, pit bull mix puppy who is up for adoption.

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Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts has several unique opportunities and shows planned this season.

“Oh So Acoustic Christmas” Musical stars—participants from NBC’s “The Voice” (Javier Colon), “America’s Got Talent” (Michael Grimm) and “The Sing-Off ” (the six-person a cappella ensemble Committed)— celebrate the holiday 8 p.m. Fri., Dec. 20, in the Virginia G. Piper Theater.

Tickets start at $29.

Sat. Dec. 21 in the Piper Theater, is a musical journey through time featuring classics of the season by Bach, Brahms and more. Tickets start at $39.

“Sing-a-Long-a Grease” “Sing-a-long-a Grease” is a fully interactive screening of the classic film with onscreen subtitles. Audience members are encouraged to dress up like a Rydell High T-Bird or Pink Lady and sing along with John Travolta, Olivia NewtonJohn and the gang. Each screening features a host Canadian Brass Holiday Concert Michael Grimm performs who will lead a vocal warmThe five talented brass as part of the “Oh So up, demonstrate how to musicians that form the Acoustic Christmas” on hand-jive and deploy the contents of the free goody legendary Canadian Brass Fri., Dec. 20. perform a vast repertoire ranging bags, and judge a costume competition. from Baroque masters to marches, Running Dec. 27-30 in Scottsdale big band, Broadway and popular Center for the Performing Arts, Stage song. This holiday concert, 8 p.m. 2. General admission is $15.

Scottsdale Author Shares Experience Living Off the Grid

By Tracy House It sounds like a work of fiction: A family decides to live off the land, at one time living in their car. In talking with Anne Lafferty Hudgins, however, the story isn’t a work of imagination, but the retelling of how she, her husband and three children subsisted off the land in Wisconsin for 15 years.

The Scottsdale author tells of her adventures and experiences in her new book, “Pared to the Bone—Core Hollow Days.”

“We lived in the rugged hills of Wisconsin,” Hudgins said. “It’s a very rocky, rough hilly area. We were completely off the grid and we fended for ourselves for every provision. That means we provided our own shelter. We raised and hunted our own food. We warmed our home with the available wood on the property.”

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selling their house and moving out to the 50 acres of abandoned property where they slept in the back of their pick-up truck and tents until building a shelter.

“We learned how to do everything and we didn’t get many second chances,” Hudgins said. “We learned really fast.”

The story chronicles the 1990s, “when everybody else was totally involved in their career and making lots of money,” Hudgins said. “We were edgy adventurers. The back to the land movement is really popular today and in the ‘70s and ‘80s it was, too.”

Hudgins said suburbia and wall-to-wall carpeting wasn’t for her.

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Canadian Brass Holiday Concert will commence on Sat., Dec. 21 in the Piper Theater.

New Season Guide A complete listing of the center’s 2013–14 events are showcased in its newly published 45-page season guide, which may be viewed or downloaded through ScottsdalePerformingArts. org. Patrons also may request to receive a free printed copy of the guide by mail.

New Ticket Offers As part of its ongoing commitment to making the arts accessible, the nonprofit Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts is introducing initiatives this season: Patrons 29 years and younger will receive 50

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A complete list of available events and eligibility requirements are available at ScottsdalePerformingArts.org. The center will continue to offer a range of ticket prices for every budget, as well as discounts for members and package and group sales.

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teacher and her husband had a construction business. She mentioned there wasn’t the information back then as there is today to help live off the grid.

“I think what happens is, your brain changes, because you live so differently,” Hudgins said. “We all had to go back into regular society, but we are all, ‘a little different.’”

Anne Lafferty Hudgins and her family lived off the Her children were with her. land in Wisconsin for 15 years. She tells the story in Hudgins explained that they the book “Pared to the Bone—Core Hollow Days.” did go into town, had neighbors introduction of how the family landed and had a strong social life. Instead of there and how the seasons dictated being on the computer they would living on the land. play music and entertain themselves.

When Hudgins decided to leave the She said of her children, “They’re kind area 15 years later, she said, “I was like of remarkable people because they a person of two worlds. I was in two lived with a foot in each world.” worlds.”

While living on the land, her Hudgins moved to Scottsdale in husband continued with his April with her second husband, construction company and Hudgins Michael Hudgins. “Pared to the worked as a tutor and writer. “We Bone—Core Hollow Days,” is available still had a connection. The interesting through Tate Publishing, www. thing about us is there were other tatepublishing.com/bookstore/book. people like us comparatively. They php?w=9781629025476. Hudgins is lived up in the hills.” finishing her sequel, “Hawkins’ Creek,” The book begins with a brief which she said should be out in a year.

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Square Dancing with Bucks ‘N’ Bows WHEN: Fri., Dec. 13, and Fri., Dec. 27, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

WHERE: Eldorado Community Center, 2311 N. Miller Rd., Scottsdale COST: $5 members, $6 nonmembers INFO: (480) 949-9406 or monthly meeting www.azsquaredance.com Square dancing takes place the second and fourth Friday of the month. Dec. 13 will feature a Christmas dance and Dec. 27 will be a regular dance.

3-D “PaintScaping” WHEN: Sun., Dec. 15 through Tues., Dec. 31, at 6:30 p.m., 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.

WHERE: The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa, 6902 E. Greenway Pkwy., Scottsdale COST: Free admission INFO: (480) 624-1000 or www.Specials.KierlandResort.com A nightly lightshow extravaganza will transform the resort into a winter wonderland as the walls of The Westin Kierland come alive with PaintScaping, themed 3-D images and animations festively set to holiday music.

Scottsdale Philharmonic Concert WHEN: Sun., Dec. 15, at 4 p.m.

WHERE: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: www.scottsdalephilharmonic.com The free concert will be presented by Rancho Salano Preparatory School.

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Celebrate the Season with Music WHEN: Sun., Dec. 15, from 2 to 3 p.m.

WHERE: Civic Center Library Auditorium, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: http://libcat.scottsdaleaz.gov David “Ambrose” Webb returns with his enchanting Native American flute music celebrating the winter solstice and the joyous holiday season.

Arizona photographer Bob Miller will share his photographs of Arizona and all its winter splendor.

Artisan Markets WHEN: Sun., Dec. 15, through Fri., May 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

WHERE: Scottsdale Waterfront, 7135 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: (602) 314-0323 or audrey@artisanmarketsaz.com Visit the Artisan Markets for artisan foods, fine arts, crafts, entertainment, kids crafts and more. The weekly outdoor cultural event brings communities together.

Music of the Rainforest with Lyn: “Buzzing of the Bees” WHEN: Tue., Dec. 17, from 10:30 a.m.

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WHERE: Butterfly Wonderland Multi-Purpose Room, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale COST: $15 for parent/child per class for Founder’s Members/annual pass and $20 for parent/child per class for the general public. Additional $5 per siblings INFO: (480) 800-3000 ext. 207 or www.butterflywonderland.com The class will explore the sounds of the rainforest, the sounds of butterfly wings fluttering, the chirping of crickets, the trickling of a rain stick and the buzzing of bees. The class is interactive and limited to 10 children and 10 parents.

Full Moon Hikes WHEN: Tue., Dec. 17, at 5:45 p.m. or Wed., Jan. 15, at 6:15 p.m.

WHERE: Pinnacle Peak Park, 26802 N. 102nd Way, Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: (480) 312-0990 or www.scottsdaleaz.gov Join staff and volunteers on a guided 1.5-mile moderate walk to the Grandview area as the moon rises.

Registration is required.

The Scottsdale Senior Academy WHEN: Wed., Dec. 18, from 1 to 2 p.m.

Civic Center Library Silver Room, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: jamesmcgovern22@yahoo.com The Scottsdale Senior Academy arranges for seniors to meet in groups of two to five to study community issues and report proposed resolutions in newspapers, meetings and other forums. Help with analysis, editing or presentation will be provided as requested.

Holiday Luncheon WHEN: Fri., Dec. 20, at 11:30 a.m.

WHERE: The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa, 6902 E. Greenway Pkwy, Scottsdale COST: $35 per person, $280 table of eight INFO: www.womenofscottsdale.org The Women of Scottsdale is a private organization that meets once a month for an elegant lunch to enjoy the exchange of new ideas and mutual interests with other women.

“An Oh So Acoustic Christmas” WHEN: Fri., Dec. 20, at 8 p.m.

WHERE: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale COST: $25 to $59 INFO: www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org The evening features performances

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Fiesta Bowl ArtWalk WHEN: Sat., Dec. 27, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

WHERE: Scottsdale Arts District, Old Town Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: www.scottsdalegalleries.com “ArtWalk the Line” is an artistic preview to the big game at the Fiesta Bowl ArtWalk in the Scottsdale Arts District.

Scottsdale Wedding Walk WHEN: Sun., Jan. 5, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

WHERE: The Venue Scottsdale, 7117 E. Third Ave., Scottsdale COST: $15 in advance; $20 day of event INFO: www.scotsdaleweddingwalk.com The Scottsdale Wedding Walk provides

future brides and grooms with a highend event designed to provide a unique boutique experience and connect couples to wedding-related businesses. There will be food, two fashion shows with door prizes announced after each show, a bridal lounge and more than $5,000 in prizes, as well as giveaways for photo shoots, wedding cakes and dinners.

Sunday A’Fair WHEN: Sun., Jan. 12, from 12 to 4 p.m.

WHERE: Scottsdale Civic Center Park, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org Celebrating its 27th season, Sunday A’Fair features free outdoor concerts in Scottsdale Civic Center Park by the Valley’s top musicians, along with a fine arts and crafts market and fun activities for children and families.

Talk Cinema WHEN: Tue., Jan. 14, at 7 p.m.

WHERE: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale COST: $19 for single screening, $60 for four screenings INFO: www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org Audience members are the critics at this sneak-preview film series that screens award-winning indie and foreign films before their theatrical releases.

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Astronomy Evenings WHEN: Sun., Dec. 22, at 5:45 p.m. or Fri., Jan. 1, at 6:30 p.m.

WHERE: Pinnacle Peak Park, 26802 N. 102nd Way, Scottsdale COST: Free INFO: (480) 312-0990 or www.scottsdaleaz.gov A short talk explaining the interesting facts about the solar system and the galaxy around the planet earth is followed by folks observing the moon, several planets, multiple star systems, globular clusters and nebulae through a Celestron telescope. The program, which does not include hiking, is approximately 90 minutes.

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Blue Adobe Santa Fe Grille It’s not every day that you can find to every patron’s Mexican and Santa a Mexican restaurant that boasts Fe taste fantasy. a flavor-centric Our favorite menu that delights appetizer was the both traditional original lobster and adventurous dip, with generous south-of-the border chunks of lobster fans. Any diner at meat sauteed in green Blue Adobe will be chiles, fresh garlic, impressed as quality spinach and asiago is infused at every and fontina cheeses. turn on the menu.

It is a slightly sweet The original lobster dip with peach Look for owner/ sangria and Signature Skinny Dip bowl of heaven served operator Michael margarita are the perfect ways to with an assortment Savoie to stop start off a meal. of fresh tortilla strips by tables to check on customers’ fanned like a star. Blue Adobe gets experiences. Savoie is sort of a Valley bonus points for creativity on this one. rock star when it comes to restaurant In addition to a selection of burgers, concepts and great service. He’s been fire-roasted pizzas, lettuce wraps, involved in some of the nicest eateries enchiladas and chimis, Chef Jose in town, but has really hit his stride at Cruz Leyva has created Blue Plates, Blue Adobe, incorporating a fantastic a selection of Southwestern entrees team who is willing to serve and cater found in the Four Corners region. comm. spotlight

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Standout dishes are the salmon BLT, an open-faced sopapilla with anchoseared salmon, maple bacon and tomato relish, and the raspberry chipotle pork tenderloin, boasting Iowa pork tenderloin medallions on a plate of painted raspberry chipotle and a dollop of mango salsa served with a side of delectable red chili maple mashed potatoes. The combination of flavors and textures is culinary perfection.

The chorizo-stuffed chicken entrée is another popular dish. It is filled with green chiles, fontina cheese and mild chorizo, smothered with an amaretto mushroom cream sauce, sautéed vegetables and a green chile stuffed with chile mashed potatoes.

If you still have room, check out their signature cookie pie dessert or the unique variety of rich crème brulees, including the seasonal pumpkin crème brulee.

Cocktails are a huge asset at Blue Adobe and much thought went into the spirits and cocktails menu. In addition to the large selection of fruity margaritas and specialty tequilas, there are some great signature drinks.

The raspberry chipotle pork tenderloin is a tantalizing combination of tastes and textures.

The Peach Sangria is not to be missed. The light and refreshing drink features New Age white wine, Absolut peach vodka, peach schnapps and fresh fruit. The skinny dip margarita features a two-for-one with Hornitos Reposado Tequila, agave nectar, a splash of fresh orange juice, a seven ounce Corona dunked upside down in the margarita and served in a signature southwest jar.

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You get two Italians together and it’s not long before the conversation settles food and family—especially during the holidays! Thus began my friendship with Vinny Dejohn, formerly the wine and specialty food buyer at Whole Foods Market in Scottsdale.

Getting his suggestions for a good vintage was great, but getting his vintage family recipe for an Italian fig cookie was even greater. Cucidati is one of the most delightful and delicious Sicilian holiday treats.

Thankfully, Vinny’s mission a few years ago was to contact his great aunt, carve out some time and preserve a family recipe once and for all. Here’s how Vinny put it: “Great Auntie Antoinette Arnone was 93 years old when she died.

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Auntie Arnone and have her teach me how to make ‘Goog-i-dottie,’ as she would call them.

“We spent all afternoon making the cookies. Not only did I leave with Cucidati, but also her handwritten recipe card and her grandmother’s meat grinder that she herself has been using to grind the fig mixture for 60 years! I was so appreciative of her for taking the time to pass along her recipe. I often think of those treasured moments together.”

Vinny’s version of this soft, flavorfilled fig cookie with icing and little colorful candies is now part of my own holiday tradition. What better way to honor my own Sicilian father.

The time put into making these delights is well worth it. Keep them in an airtight container and pass them around the table for a festive holiday treat.

Cucidati For the Fig Bar Filling 1 (11 oz.) package of dates 1/2 box raisins 1 string of dried figs or 2 packages (7 oz. each) figs.

1 small can of frozen orange juice concentrate (do not dilute) 1 tablespoon cinnamon 1/2 tablespoon ground cloves 1/2 cup honey 1 cup strawberry preserves 1 shot whiskey 1 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Soak raisins and figs in warm water. Drain, Add raisins, figs and dates in food old-fashion grinder or food processor. Add the remainder of ingredients and mix together. Set aside.

For the Dough 2 eggs 1 cup sugar 1/2 lb shortening 6 cups flour 1/4 cup baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt

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Mix eggs, shortening and sugar in mixer. Sift flour, baking powder and salt. Add alternately to the first mixture along with milk and vanilla.

Refrigerate for three to four hours (It rolls out easier) Roll out dough as thick as piecrust. Cut into 3-inch wide strips. Put filling in center and fold over dough. Cut into 1 1/2 inch bars. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Recipe makes about 80 bars. Recipe can be cut in half.

Icing: 2 cups powdered sugar 2 tablespoons milk or cream (slightly more if needed) 1 teaspoon vanilla Candy sprinkles

Mix together and drizzle over fig cookie bars. Top with candy sprinkles.

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Scottsdale Station Restaurant Global Cuisine and Big, Bold Flavors Scottsdale Station is open in The Village at Hayden and for those not familiar with their concept, they’ll love what they’ve been missing.

Owners Robert and Linda Gabrick are also the owners of Prescott Station, and previously Carefree Station. Their unique menu and libations are a tour de force of flavors and quality that have repeatedly thrilled diners for years. The new restaurant boasts both an elegant and slightly rustic feel that creates an entirely welcome ambiance.

Executive Chef Thomas Nasworthy presents one-of-a-kind global cuisine sensations at Scottsdale Station with the assistance of Chef Ben Lieberman and Pastry Chef Heather Nasworthy.

Together, they bring a diverse and upscale menu to the new restaurant.

“We searched the world for flavors and came up with unique recipes,” stated Assistant General Manager Tim Buell. “We have everything from Asian and French Provincial to Regional Americana and Southwestern.

The food features big, bold flavors and we’re definitely a chef-driven restaurant.”

Scottsdale Station boasts 8,200 square feet, a 120-seat bar, beautiful patio areas, outdoor fireplaces and a comfortable private dining room.

The location and spaciousness were important to the Gabricks when considering where to open their concept restaurant.

“This place is amazing,” Buell said.

“It has a neighborhood feel which is what we’re used to and we’re looking forward to meeting our new guests.

We’re also very involved in the community.”

The bar is also known as “BevHeaven.” Buell stated, “We have the highest-rated wine, beer and liquor from all over the world.”

In fact, Scottsdale Station’s motto for their unique bar is “BevHeaven, where only the best wine, spirits and beer get to heaven.” This is definitely not a sports bar. Rather, BevHeaven is focused on the appreciation and on the town

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The Sea Bass No-Ka-Oi is a delectable signature menu item.

showcasing of the finest and diverse spirits from every area of the globe. The bar features more than 100 wines by the glass, a unique wine preservation system, plus its own specific menu and the restaurant’s full menu. Whether you dine in the restaurant or at the bar, you are promised an unforgettable experience.

The menu features such entrees such as the Sea Bass No-Ka-Oi, a fresh seared fillet with coconut forbidden black rice, asparagus chop sticks and roasted garlic-chile butter. The Niman Ranch Flatiron Steak is served with masa relleno, stuffed with scallions, tomatoes and bacon. Scottsdale Station also has a “raw bar” with oysters, sashimi and carpaccio dishes, plus a fusion twist on sushi hand rolls.

“We have a huge smoker here, so we’ll be doing charcuterie, too,” Buell said.

There is something for every taste palate, but save room for dessert.

Nasworthy’s handmade dessert selections include Chai Tea Tiramisu, Tres Leche and award-winning nontraditional crème brulees, pot de crèmes and fluff y cheesecake with chocolate ganache. Many of the desserts are offered “bite-sized,” just perfect when you only want a small portion.

Lunch and dinner are served daily in addition to Sunday brunch. Scottsdale Station is located at 8220 N. Hayden Rd. (northwest corner at Via de Ventura). Call (480) 998-7777 or visit www.facebook.com/ScottsdaleStation for additional information.

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Care Care You Can Depend On Forget what pops into your mind when you think of a typical car repair establishment. Car Life has elevated car care to a service art. Owner Eddie Mrok now has three Car Life locations in the Valley and they have steadily built their reputation with customers to emerge with one enviable record of customer satisfaction.

The reception area is light, bright, clean and open and that is just what you can expect with any car service, too. Every guest is greeted and treated with the respect that welcomes customers to the Car Life family.

“When people come in and look around, it softens the blow. They come in prepared to ‘do battle,’ and they see that we are different,” Mrok explained.

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People want to see what we’re about and we’ll show them,” Mrok said.

Car Life works on all makes and models of vehicles for an entire range of repairs.

Car Life will work on everything from older Jeeps, Chevys and BMWs to Toyotas, Nissans, Fords, diesel vehicles and trucks and even the occasional Maserati and Rolls Royce. Technician Jeff Breid is ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certified as a Master Level Technician, Master Auto Technician and an Advanced Level Specialist.

“We have all the gadgets, tools and diagnostic programs needed to evaluate just about any vehicle,” Mrok stated.

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“The only thing we don’t do is paint and body work. But, we do take the time to have a good conversation with customers and take the time to explain the work that needs to be done,” Mrok noted.

“We want people to feel comfortable here and we want them to feel good when they leave, too,” Mrok explained. “In our industry, people are desperate for good, open conversations and positive relationships. Anyone can Eddie Mrok, owner of Car Life, welcomes go online and look at our reviews customers to visit his business and experience and see that our customers gush exceptional customer service and expert car about us. That word of mouth is repair. great and it’s valuable. It proves that location and Mrok’s wife, Mary Lynn, people really like what we’re doing. running the Glendale location.

“We’re not a ‘pack ‘em in’ kind of Car Life is running a special for business. We build relationships and Nearby News customers—$18.95 for offer a really high quality level of most cars for an oil change and free service. Our staff stays with us, too, towing up to $75 when repairs are and grows with us. Each store has performed at Car Life. Car Life is an owner/proprietor on site that is located at 8830 E. Indian Bend Rd., responsible for the store. These people with additional locations in Gilbert are extremely dedicated and spend a and Glendale. Look for additional lot of time here,” Mrok finished. The locations coming soon. Visit www. business is also very female friendly, CarLifeAutoCare.com or call (480) with two ladies running the Scottsdale 270-5930 for additional information.

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20 Lounge Nail Bar’s 1,237-square-foot space features a trendy and chic white design with pops of blue, sleek mirrors, TVs surrounding the entire space, a pedicure banquet with sleek lines and super hip details to combine comfort and contemporary luxury. classifieds

20 Lounge Nail Bar and Boutique Opens in Scottsdale Quarter biz box

20 Lounge Nail Bar and Boutique, a neighborhood beauty bar that offers nail services, professional waxing and facial treatments at affordable prices, recently opened its second Arizona storefront, located at Scottsdale Quarter.

Since the business’ conception in November 2009, 20 Lounge Nail Bar and Boutique has experienced rapid growth, with the Scottsdale Quarter location 20 Lounge Nail Bar and Boutique offers a $20 marking the brand’s third manicure, a $30 pedicure and a $40 facial. affordable service menu that includes storefront. The popular beauty bar launched its first location in the a $20 manicure, a $30 pedicure and Seville Plaza in Scottsdale in 2009 and a $40 facial. 20 Lounge clients also expanded to San Diego, Calif., to open have the option of joining Club 20, a monthly membership program its second location in 2010.

The new location’s 1,237-square- that offers even deeper discounts foot space in Scottsdale Quarter compared to the price that regular 20 features a trendy and chic white design Lounge visitors receive. Along with with pops of blue, sleek mirrors, discounted services, Club 20 members TVs surrounding the entire space, a receive a bottle of Butter London nail pedicure banquet with sleek lines and polish on their birthday, 20 percent off super hip details to combine comfort retail on the 20th day of the month, 10 percent off retail every day, access and contemporary luxury.

“Scottsdale is an ideal location for to membership appreciation events, our company’s continued expansion,” and more. Members can access their said 20 Lounge Founder and CEO benefits at any of the three 20 Lounge Valerie Griggs. “The nail industry is locations.

20 Lounge at Scottsdale Quarter is booming, despite a tough economy, and we are thrilled to be a testament located next to Drybar at 15279 N. to the success of the beauty industry Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, 85260.

For more information about 20 as we continue to grow.”

20 Lounge is known for its simple and Lounge, visit www.20Lounge.com.

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