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SERVING THESE COMMUNITIES AND MORE: GRAYHAWK • DESERT HIGHLANDS • DC RANCH • SILVERLEAF • ESTANCIA • TROON NORTH DESERT MOUNTAIN • LEGEND TRAIL • THE BOULDERS • WHISPER ROCK

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Mike Bauer’s adoptive parents have been ‘incredibly supportive’

HOME 47 Trimble’s Tales

17 Loving His Job

Shenanigans at the polls

Cave Creek’s Mark Grossman takes on Genoa City

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19 Celebrating the North Valley

FEATURES

We share our readers’ favorite spots in the area

48 Expanding to the North Valley

9 Phoenix Holocaust Association

12 Top (Under) Dog Conor Garland quietly becomes the Coyotes’ secret weapon 2

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FRESH • FUN

Johnson Group Tactical welcomes girs and women of all ages to be part of its Well Armed Women classes at Ben Avery Shooting Range. (Photo by Karin Johnson)

‘Refuse to be a Victim’ Well Armed Women classes build conﬁdence By Sarah Donahue

arin Johnson always longed to create a place for women to connect, interact and grow with each other. “Who knew that it was going to be the firing range,” she says with a laugh. Karin is the gun range safety oﬃcer, operations manager and wife of Oz Johnson, founder of Desert Hills-based Johnson Group Tactical gun range, which has offered firearms training classes for around five months and also offers courses exclusively for women, called Well Armed Women. “I really wanted to focus on creating that connection for women within Johnson Group TAC,” she says. “I love that essence when women get together and really support

one another.” Well Armed Women evolved into what it is today around a month after Johnson Group Tactical started its operations. Oz wanted to offer more tactical training classes in the beginning, but the courses weren’t filling up. However, “all of the beginner classes were filling,” and it was women signing up because “they were the ones that really wanted the training.” Knowing how to use and handle a firearm is a vital skill for women to have under their belt, as women are much more likely to be victimized than their male counterparts, she says. “We are the only ones that can really protect ourselves,” she says. “The only other option is to wait for help, so I really wanted

to empower women.” Karin started videotaping and photographing the classes, posting them online to the Johnson Group Tactical website as well as its Facebook page, “and I just started labeling them Well Armed Women, because that’s what they were.” The Well Armed Women courses are focused on education as well as training with safety first. “We never overshadow safety.” Karin didn’t originally intend on being an instructor for the courses; however, her role started to transform into its range safety oﬃcer while keeping her role as its operations manager. Her husband has a “natural gift of teaching,” but as a woman, “I can really relate to their fears and their insecurities.” NORTHVALLEYMAGAZINE.COM APRIL 2021 | MAY 2021

FRESH • FUN It can be more challenging for women to manipulate weapons, and she says she’s sensitive to that and meets each student where they are. She always carries her .357 Magnum whenever she goes horseback riding and has previous training experience in escape innovation as well as survival from her time serving in the U.S. Air Force. Karin wants women to know the gun range provides a safe space where women can be educated, trained and encouraged to handle firearms and defend themselves. Well Armed Women’s slogan is “Refuse to be a Victim,” and Karin’s instruction helps people who were once afraid to even hold a firearm walk away from the range feeling comfortable. She trains girls as young as 14 as well as women in their mid-70s, which she says, is “so refreshing to see.” Many women tell her they have a gun in their house but wouldn’t know how to use it if they ever needed it, she says. Karin and her husband realized “we needed to really help women and young girls to feel confident in handling and manipulating their firearms.” She mentions an Annie Oakley quote that says, “I would like to see every woman know how to handle firearms as naturally as they know how to handle babies.” This quote is also posted as a mantra throughout the Well Armed Women website and Facebook page. In the five months Johnson Group Tactical has been in business, 168 students have come to training courses, and approximately two-thirds of its students are women, she says. She emphasized “all of this could never have been created without my husband being the lead instructor.” Oz “has an incredible depth of knowledge” and uses his experience from his 10 years in the U.S. military and 20 years in law enforcement to instruct his students. “He has got a very natural gift of teaching; not a lot of people have that,” says Karin, who met Oz while serving in the Air Force. Oz is getting National Rifle Association (NRA) certification for classes so students can get their concealed weapons permit if they wish to do so, she says. These classes will likely be available by the end of April, she says. Johnson Group Tactical has also recently partnered with the U.S. Concealed Carry

Oz and Karin Johnson met in the U.S. Air Force and opened Johnson Group Tactical five months ago, offering firearm training courses for all skill levels. (Photo by Pablo Robles)

Association (USCCA), an industry leader in firearms education and resources, to “tap into that and pass that along to our students.” She adds that the USCCA has a selfdefense liability insurance that covers anyone in a self-defense situation, whether it’s a handgun, dog, baseball bat, a fight, “a frying pan, anything that you use in selfdefense, this low-liability insurance protects you and covers you.” There are also two new courses on the horizon. The Dry Fire Training class is a shorter, two-hour class (most classes are three hours) with no ammunition required, as it has become quite expensive and hard to come across, she says. This course will provide a way for students to take the knowledge and continue practicing at home. The defensive pistol class gives students real-life scenarios and teaches them how to shoot around obstacles and use firearms in these situations. Students who take this class should already feel comfortable with their guns first before they sign up, as it’s a more intermediate-level course.

Johnson Group Tactical has a referral program, which grants people a free membership to its shooters club after they take their first class, and $15 off each time they take another class. It also offers 15% off to first responders and donates 10% of profits each month to local animal rescues, she says. Karin says it’s been empowering to see women overcome their fear of handling firearms and wants women to realize that “we’re really here to serve them.” “It comes from our heart,” she says. She’s seen women feel incredibly nervous about signing up for classes but reassures each one that “we’re going to meet you at your level where you’re at.” “If you pick up the gun and put it down and that’s all you do, you’ve accomplished something. “ That’s what I really want more than anything, is for women to realize this is truly a safe place for them to really feel comfortable.” Johnson Group Tactical 602-448-8283 johnsongrouptac.com

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Survivors and their descendants are the eyewitness testimony to the atrocities of the Holocaust. (Photo by Charles Abrams)

A memorial candle-lighting ceremony as part of the annual Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance event. (Photo by Charles Abrams)

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Holocaust A S S O C I AT I O N

and remembrance, PHA promotes t can be hard to imagine what human dignity by inspiring people it must be like to be a survivor to speak out and take action against of the Holocaust. A dark hate, bigotry, intolerance and time in U.S. history, 6 million By Abbie S. Fink discrimination. Jews were murdered during PHA board President Sheryl the Holocaust, which took place survivors and victims, promotes awareness Bronkesh has been involved with between 1933 and 1945. Historians of the Holocaust, provides education of this the nonprofit organization for nearly 20 years. estimate that there were 1.5 million children and other genocides, and contributes to Bronkesh’s parents were Holocaust survivors, among the 6 million who perished. having met in a displaced persons’ camp tikkun olam, repair of the world. As a unique, But for the Phoenix Holocaust Association following the war. (PHA), which is located in Scottsdale, the regional resource for Holocaust education “My parents moved to Arizona Holocaust is more than just a in 1991 and started going to Café part of history; it is a part of their Europa, one of the PHA programs personal history. for survivors,” Bronkesh says. “After Started in the Valley more my dad died, my mom continued to than 36 years ago, the Phoenix go, and I would occasionally join her. Holocaust Survivors Association, The leadership at the time knew it as it was known then, was a was important to get the descendants place for Holocaust survivors to of survivors involved to keep the connect with others with similar organization going.” experiences. At its core then, as it is now, is recognizing the importance And involved she became, retiring after a 45-year career in market of talking about the Holocaust. research, to dedicate herself to the And who better to share the stories organization. than those that were there? Over the years, PHA has expanded As a partnership of Holocaust its focus to include not only survivors survivors, their descendants and Sheryl Bronkesh, right, and her sister, Annette Jaffe of San Jose, and their descendants but the the larger community, the Phoenix California, celebrate their mother Bronia Bronkesh’s 93rd birthday. grandchildren of survivors as well. Holocaust Association honors (Photo courtesy of Sheryl Bronkesh) “It is critically important to have an the memory and legacy of the

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FRESH • NONPROFIT organization like PHA that, at its core, Among the many programs is for and about Holocaust survivors hosted by PHA is a communitywide and their descendants,” says Janice Holocaust Remembrance Day. Yom Friebaum, vice president of the board HaShoah is recognized each year in of directors and a lifelong Holocaust April or May, coinciding with the 27th researcher. “We are the singular local Day of Nisan (on the Hebrew calendar) resource for eyewitness testimony of marking the beginning of the Warsaw what occurred and for the testimony of Ghetto Uprising of 1943, when Jewish eyewitnesses to the eyewitnesses.” resistance fighters defied the Nazis and Friebaum’s father was a survivor, fought for freedom and dignity. having lived through imprisonment at This year’s commemoration event five concentration camps, two ghettos will be held virtually at 1 p.m. Sunday, and three death marches. April 11. “The Holocaust was always the “For the safety of our survivor ‘elephant in the room’ growing up,” community and our supporters, we Friebaum says. “My dad didn’t want to are doing this event virtually,” says Eva talk about it, but it shaped so much of Flaster, co-chair of this year’s event. my childhood.” “But we are working diligently to create With a graduate degree in the same sense of connectedness as if it Holocaust Studies from University were in person.” of Chicago, Friebaum had a mission This virtual event will feature Holocaust by Bullets is a program of Yahad-In-Unum, a nongovernmental organization based in Paris and founded by to learn as much as she could about remarks from Holocaust survivors, Father Patrick Desbois. (Photo by Claudia Johnstone) the Holocaust. She has taken trips to music and a memorial candle-lighting Poland and Germany conducting her ceremony. Hernandez will present own research and learning about her the keynote address, and additional dad’s background and is working on a participants will include Rabbi Jeremy memoir. She spends considerable time Schneider of Temple Kol Ami, Cantor in the community, giving Holocaust Dannah Rubinstein of Congregation education presentations to schools and Or Tzion, and Shevet Shemesh Israeli other organizations around the Valley. Scouts. And thanks to the efforts of many In addition, the event will honor 54 of PHA’s volunteers, Holocaust Arizona survivors with PHA’s annual education will soon be mandatory in Shofar Zachor award. These survivors public schools. are a testament to resilience and give In October 2020, the Arizona the world hope. Board of Education decided to require The event is free, but an RSVP is students to receive instruction on the required. Holocaust at least twice during their Flaster’s parents were survivors; she secondary school career. was born in a displaced persons camp in “That was a good first step,” Germany, coming to the United States Bronkesh says. “But we wanted at just 18 months old. something more. A codified “I revered my parents, knowing that Holocaust education law would clarify they came through such a horrific misconceptions that today’s students time yet were able to love people, may have about World War II, such as connect with people,” she said. “It is how it started, who the perpetrators amazing that a person can be treated so Holocaust by Bullets is an international education program that were and how many people were inhumanely yet still be open and kind documents the murders of more than 2 million Jews. The exhibit killed.” to others.” is scheduled to be in Phoenix in April 2022. (Photo by Claudia Johnstone) In January, Rep. Alma Hernandez, With a focus on education and D-Tucson, introduced a bill that would ensuring generations to come require Arizona schools to teach students ultimate goal is for students to become remember the Holocaust and the lessons to about the Holocaust at least twice from upstanders, not bystanders, so that when be learned about hatred and indifference, the seventh to the 12th grade.The bill was students see bigotry and hatred, they will prejudice and intolerance, the Phoenix approved 59-0 and now is working its way understand what those ramifications could Holocaust Association is steadfast in its goal through the Senate. mean down the road.” to ensure that sometime, in hopefully the “We are thrilled that Rep. Hernandez has Included in this education bill will be the near future, the rallying cry of “never again” worked with us on this critically important requirement to discuss other genocides in will be true. piece of legislation,” Bronkesh says. “The addition to the Holocaust. For more information, visit phxha.com. 10

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onor Garland acknowledges he has been an underdog most of his hockey career. The 25-year-old Boston native was the fifth-round draft pick in 2015. Afterward, he kept his head down and quietly worked his way up through the Arizona Coyotes’ system. The result? He has the most goals and points of any Coyotes fifth-round pick. Since his NHL debut in 2018 with the ’yotes, he has registered the most goals on the team — including this delayed season. At the halfway point, Garland led in assists (14), points (22) and plus/ minus (+3). “My whole life I’ve gone under the radar,” the North Scottsdale resident says modestly. “I’m so small I play under the radar. I’ve been cut from countless 12

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numbers of teams. I played in the American Hockey League for two years (with the Tucson Roadrunners). I was able to stick. The word ‘underdog’ fits pretty well. There have definitely been a lot of bumps in the road.” The 5-foot-10-inch, 165-pound Garland cracks up at one stat given by the Coyotes: He’s the quickest player to record 20 points for the team since the 2013-14 season. Garland did it in the 21st game. “You’re the first to tell me that,” he says enthusiastically. “They keep some weird stats. It’s great, though. I’ve always been someone who produces offense. That’s my job. If I’m not doing that, I’m not doing my job. I guess I’ve been doing my job.”

Conor Garland quietly becomes the Coyotes’ secret weapon By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Hockey is in Garland’s blood. He says a lot of players contend they didn’t have a choice but to play hockey. His childhood was a bit different. “I didn’t give my parents a choice,” he says with a laugh. “As soon as I got on skates, I knew it was for me. My only worry is what do I do after it? I figure I have 10 to 15 years left of playing this game. I just can’t imagine life without it. “I feel fortunate every day that I get to do this for a living.” Garland wanted to play professional hockey since he was 7, when he knew there was such an occupation. “It was a foregone conclusion that’s what I was going to do with my life,” he

says. “I enjoy it so much. I love talking about it, and I skate in the summers even when we’re not playing. I watch other teams. My best friends are also hockey players. That’s what the conversation turns to. It’s all I kind of do.” That may be true, but there are things he likes to do with his girlfriend, Meghan, a Boston Children’s Hospital employee who is working remotely from their

home. They walk along a nearby golf course at night and sneak in a quick putt or two. When there isn’t a pandemic, the couple enjoy the restaurants Fat Ox Italian eatery and Ocean 44. “We’re not big party people,” he says. “We like to keep it simple.” On Twitter, Garland calls himself a “coffee connoisseur” who loves to try local coffee shops when he’s on the road. In

Scottsdale, he loves Dutch Bros. At home in Boston, however, he favors Pour in Norwell, Massachusetts. His uncle, Mike Sullivan, operates a coffee company, Harmon Coffee Micro Roasters, based in Rockland, Massachusetts. “There aren’t a lot of sit-down places here,” he says about the Valley. “It’s definitely different from Boston. They have bakeries and coffee shops made for that. Pour is right on the way to the gym in the morning.” Staying on that course, family is just as important to Garland. His parents, aunts and uncles lived near him during his formative years, and they spent quality time together. “I was at their house almost every day, having dinners or swimming in pools,” he says. “My cousin, as he gets older, is one of my best friends. I have sisters right around the same age. We’re close and in each other’s lives. I have a good support group. My job is a little different than theirs.” A “good support group” is part of Garland’s success, especially because he’s his “hardest critic.” “When I score, I have a bunch of texts from ...Continues on page 14

Conor Garland has the most goals and points of any Coyotes ﬁfth-round pick. He debuted with the team in 2018. (Photo by Kelsey Grant/Arizona Coyotes)

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everyone in my family; same with when we win a game. It’s just good to know I have a lot of people in my corner.” The Coyotes team this year has a similar camaraderie. Garland says it helps that all the young players were drafted around the same years. They attended prospect and rookie camps together. When the Coyotes win, those bonds are strengthened. “We’re all extremely close. They’re some of my best friends,” he says. “I don’t take lightly that I’m getting to play with them. I think that’s huge for us to be so close. We’re lucky. There are only a few teams like this.” Last season, few fans were allowed in Gila River Arena for games. At other arenas, the ambient crowd noise just wasn’t the same. A few teams are still not allowing

Conor Garland says playing in front of fans energizes him and his teammates. (Photo courtesy of the Arizona Coyotes)

Conor Garland wanted to play professional hockey since he was 7 years old. (Photo courtesy of the

Arizona Coyotes)

fans due to their cities’ COVID-19 restrictions. “It’s an added bonus to play in front of your own fans,” Garland says. “It’s hard when you have no one in the stands and the building is quiet. It feels almost awkward at the time. I love it when fans are loud and they’re appreciative of being able to come to a game. “When you just see tarps hanging over the seats, the only word to describe it is ‘depressing.’ It takes the mood out of the rink. It’s not natural — especially when you’re playing Vegas and Colorado. They’re so loud, and the arenas are so fun to play in. I look forward to the day when everybody can have fans.” 14

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A Full

Heart

Mike Bauer’s adoptive parents have been ‘incredibly supportive’ By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

ike Bauer didn’t have any expectations when he signed up for the website 23AndMe, which provides personalized DNA insights. The D-backs in-game host, who is adopted, was wondering if any health problems ran in his biological family. “As much as I love my family, there are some things you want to know, like, ‘Genetically, am I predisposed to certain health issues?’” says Bauer, whose adoptive parents, Fred and Peg Bauer, live near Cave Creek. “My mom and dad said, ‘Out of curiosity, why don’t you optin to this to see, for fun, if we have shared genetic material.’ As an adopted kid, I had no expectations. They had no expectations.” Bauer found much more. He found his biological mother and half-sister. “There was a woman back in Illinois, where I was born, who was a 50% match, and there’s a young lady who has a 25% match,” says Bauer, a professor at ASU’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. He also works full time for A4 Digital. “She’s 25% because she’s from a different father. Through that, I found that I had blood relatives.” Bauer vetted his biological mother to make sure he wasn’t Mike Bauer with Vanessa Ramirez. The two are inbeing catfished. Still, Bauer was overwhelmed with a myriad of game hosts at Chase Field emotions. for the Diamondbacks. (Photo by Sarah Sachs/Arizona “I was happy, sad, relieved, anxious, nervous and fearful,” he Diamondbacks) says. “I’m one of the lucky ones. I was adopted at birth, and I have a tremendous relationship with my parents. I love them. They gave me a loving and supportive upbringing.” year, for Christmas, I sent her an email. I said, ‘This is the first time ever Bauer quickly learned his birth mother was not, in fact, one of the I could say Merry Christmas to you. I hope Santa brings you everything lucky ones. She was adopted as well and didn’t have the fortunate you wanted this year,’ as a friendly note. upbringing that Bauer was afforded. “She said, ‘I already got everything I wanted this year.’ Tears came to “One of the first things I told her was she made a great decision that my eyes. This is a woman wondering if she made the right decision.” was probably the most difficult decision of her life,” Bauer says. “In the Because his adoption was closed, Bauer did not know his half-sister 30-something years we’ve been apart, since she gave me up for adoption, and birth mother were looking for him for more than a decade. it’s been very different. “I didn’t have that void that needed to be filled,” he says. “I didn’t have a “I’m assuming she wondered for 35-plus years, ‘Did I make the right burning urge because my heart was full from my family — and it still is. decision?’” “I understand they were looking for me for a considerable amount Bauer told her she did. He has a loving family. of time. It was quite a relief and an emotional time for them, to answer “I acknowledged it must have been hard to give up your firstborn for that question they had for so many years. I found it interesting from the adoption,” he says. “It was an incredible weight off her shoulders. This inside that we had two very different experiences.” NORTHVALLEYMAGAZINE.COM APRIL 2021 | MAY 2021

Bauer’s adoptive parents have been “incredibly supportive,” he says. “They made me realize just how lucky I am,” he says. “I didn’t need to tell them that they weren’t being replaced, which was a concern of mine, as we’ve all seen on TV — whether it’s nonfiction or fiction — about families reuniting through interesting means. “It was important to me that my parents knew I wasn’t closing off any part of my life and my amazing family. I was opening a new door that didn’t affect it at all. They mean the world to me. I’m not a parent, but I can see that being a very difficult moment, feeling left out or inadequate. I’m lucky I have parents who are happy for me.” If there is anything similar with Bauer and his adoptive family, it’s their love of baseball. Fred drives the bullpen cart at Chase Field and serves as a Golden Glover, someone who fields foul balls. Peg visits the ballpark to support her husband and son. “It’s been weird,” Bauer says. “I missed being at the ballpark and seeing all the great fans at Chase Field last season. I’m looking forward to the day I’m back in the ballpark with the D-backs fans.”

Mike Bauer, upper left, says his heart is full, thanks to his adoptive family — grandmother, Nickie Reisler, lower left; mother, Peg Bauer, lower right; and father, Fred Bauer. (Photo by Pablo Robles)

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LOVING HIS JOB Cave Creek’s Mark Grossman takes on Genoa City By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Mark Grossman’s ﬁrst job was at Harold’s Cave Creek Corral as a student at Cactus Shadows High School. (Photo courtesy of CBS)

ife is funny, according to Cave Creek native Mark Grossman. The Cactus Shadows High School graduate rode dirt bikes and played sports until his mid-20s, when a modeling scout recruited him. Last year, things changed for Grossman. He was nominated for a Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Performance by a Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for his role as Adam Newman on “The Young and the Restless.” Grossman was nominated his first year on the show. The prize ultimately went to co-star Bryton James, who plays Devon Hamilton on “The Young and the Restless.” “To be nominated in the first year was so amazing,” Grossman says. “It was very nice. Before this, I had never done daytime. It’s on five days a week, so the workload is a lot more. We shoot things at a much faster pace. It took a while to get used to the pace and volume.” Grossman said “The Young and the Restless” films five episodes in four days, Tuesday to Friday. He usually takes a break from working on Saturday, but he starts reading scripts on Sundays and Mondays. When Grossman auditioned for the show, he wasn’t sure

of the role. He’s glad he ended up where he did. “Adam Newman is such a great character,” he says. “I love characters like that. He has a push-and-pull relationship with his father. Adam is the black sheep of the family. There’s so much to play. He’s super compassionate and loving, but he has a very dark side. “It’s always fun playing the dark side and stirring up the drama.” The Newman family is the core of “The Young and the Restless.” He is grateful to be a part of a show where many actors and actresses have spent most of their career. “The great thing about soaps is they’re ongoing,” Grossman says. “That’s the exciting part. The stories are ongoing. The stories are always changing as time goes on. I enjoy going to work.” The best piece of advice he received was from co-star Peter Bergman, who plays Jack Abbott on the show. “He’s so nice,” he says. “He told me to just be bold and make bold choices because it’s always going to be a new day in Genoa City.” Grossman says Cave Creek was a great place to spend his childhood. His first job was as a busboy at Harold’s Cave Creek Corral. He tries to return to the Valley as often as he can, generally on holidays and when he gets time off to see friends and family. “When I come home, I love hiking Piestewa Peak,” he says. He had a taste of acting in Arizona when he appeared in the 2016 Tom Sizemore movie “Durant’s Never Closes.” “I had a small part. I was one of the kids in the booth,” Grossman says. “I had never eaten at Durant’s before. When I did that movie, I couldn’t believe how good the food was.” NORTHVALLEYMAGAZINE.COM APRIL 2021 | MAY 2021

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Local Jonny’s

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28244 N.Tatum Boulevard, Cave Creek 480-538-7910 thecreekpatiogrill.com From burgers to wood-ﬁred pizzas, The Creek Patio Grill has something for everyone’s taste. Come for the daily happy hour from 3 to 7 p.m. for $8 pizzas and several drink specials.

READER RECOMMENDED Liberty Station

20825 N. Pima Road, Suite 100, Scottsdale 480-278-7044 libertystationtavern.com

Carefree Coffee Roastery

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The Grotto Cafe

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6033 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek 480-488-7473 localjonnys.com Think fresh. Think indulgent. Those phrases come with eating at Local Jonny’s, a happy place for healthy food and comfort food.

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The Bourbon Cellar

23623 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale 480-595-5868 thebourboncellar.com

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Janey’s Coffee Co. and Bodega

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The Creek Cookies and Cream

28248 N. Tatum Boulevard, Suite B1, Cave Creek 480-912-1106 creekcookiesandcream.com

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Heart and Soul Cafe

4705 E. Carefree Highway, Suite 117, Cave Creek 480-595-7300 heartandsoulcafeaz.com

JJ’s Deli 23425 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale 480-563-4557 jjsdeliaz.com

Venues Cafe

34 Easy Street, Carefree 480-595-9909 venuescafe.com

Serving an array of breakfast and lunch dishes, JJ’s serves everything from bagels, omelets and salads to hot or cold sandwiches. JJ’s mission is to provide our customers with an eating experience that invites comfort, reliability, consistency and, of course, great taste.

Big Earl’s Greasy Eats

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6135 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek 480-575-7889 bigearlsgreasyeats.com Big Earl’s Greasy Eats started in the 1930s as a gas station restaurant and grew into the Cave Creek landmark it is today. The restaurant has hormone-free meat, freshly baked buns, hand-chopped veggies, and real mayo and butter where you can taste the difference.

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Bryan’s Black Mountain Barbecue

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For those who love the savory tastes of homemade barbecue and a delicious menu, Bryan’s Barbecue is the place for you. USA Today says you can’t go wrong with any of the options there.

El Encanto

Mexican

6248 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek 480-488-1752 elencantorestaurants.com El Encanto is committed to serving the best Sonoran Mexican food in its restaurants through exceptional service and a worry-free environment.

Liberty Station

20825 N. Pima Road, Suite 100, Scottsdale 480-278-7044 libertystationtavern.com

The Thumb

9393 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale 480-513-8186 thethumb.com

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21001 N. Tatum Boulevard, Suite 98, Phoenix 480-466-7445 barrioqueen.com

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READER RECOMMENDED Barro’s Pizza

14850 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard, Scottsdale 602-544-3760 barrospizza.com

Oregano’s

3102 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale 480-970-1860 oreganos.com

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Italian Restaurant Spiga Cucina Italiana 7500 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale 480-513-9000 spigaaz.com Taste the timeless flavors of the Mediterranean at Spiga Cucina. The Italianand Spanish-style foods come together for a masterpiece of culture right in Scottsdale.

Steakhouse Mastro’s Steakhouse 8852 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale 480-585-9500 mastrosrestaurants.com Recognized as one of the top 10 steakhouses in the United States, Mastro’s Steakhouse is a top spot for any special occasion. The people of Mastro’s strive to create the ﬁnest experience for

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Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar

20753 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale 480-538-8000 flemingssteakhouse.com their guests by combining high-quality steaks and seafood, as well as exceptional service.

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31313 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale 480-595-1122 unclelouie.com

Isabella’s Kitchen

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Healthy Food

READER RECOMMENDED The Herb Box

Pita Jungle

20707 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale 480-289-6180 theherbbox.com

14858 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard, Scottsdale 480-949-7482 pitajungle.com

Pita Jungle

Pita Jungle seems to have mastered the art of eating healthy. The creative and fun veggie-based dishes come to life in the Greek fusion of flavors. Stop by on a lunch break or order catering for a special event. There are online and delivery options on the website.

Carefree Coffee Roastery

7171 E. Cave Creek Road, Carefree 480-595-5050 carefreecoffeeroastery.com

Ocean Prime

Seafood

5455 E. High Street, Suite 115, Phoenix 480-347-1313 ocean-prime.com Nationally acclaimed modern American restaurant Ocean Prime strives to serve excellent seafood and steaks through genuine hospitality. The warm and vibrant atmosphere makes anyone feel at home.

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READER RECOMMENDED Roy’s Restaurant

5350 E. Marriott Drive, Phoenix 480-419-7697 roysrestaurant.com

Talavera

10600 E. Crescent Moon Drive, Scottsdale 480-513-5085 talaverarestaurant.com

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Dining

READER RECOMMENDED Pure Sushi

20567 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale 480-355-0999 puresushibar.com

Ari Sushi 29605 N. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek 480-585-9709

Nori Sushi and Asian Dining

Prepare your chopsticks and order extra ginger because Ari Sushi has the sushi variety of a lifetime. From spicy tuna to any specialty roll your heart desires, this sushi stop has something for everyone.

5310 E. High Street, Suite 101, Phoenix 480-494-5147 noriaz.com

Pub/Sports Bar

Asian Food

3 Regions Vietnamese Kitchen

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28325 N.Tatum Boulevard, Cave Creek 480-219-7254 3regionsvietnamesekitchen.com 3 Regions is a new concept of an ethnic restaurant where the cuisine is highly focused on authenticity but has a touch of Western influence. The three regions refer to the north, central and south regions of Vietnam. Each area provides a new flavor that the owner wanted to share with others.

READER RECOMMENDED Jade Palace

8876 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale 480-585-6630 jadepalacescottsdale.com

28234 N.Tatum Boulevard, Cave Creek 480-585-7777 tgpizza.com

Wine Bar Raven’s View 42016 N. Old Mine Road, Cave Creek 480-378-3755 ravensviewwinebaraz.com For those who consider themselves upcoming sommeliers or those who just enjoy ending the night with a glass of pinot noir, Raven’s View has a spot for all taste buds. The views of the desert mountains seem to pair exceptionally well with a glass of wine or frosty beer.

Z’s House of Thai

6602 E. Cave Creek Road, Suite E, Cave Creek 480-489-7055 zhouseofthai.com

Need a spot to watch the next game? Head over to Tailgaters to get all sports bar food, from the ﬁnger food shareables to stuffed calzones. There is dine-in, takeout or delivery options. The Tailgaters team promises it is the hometown hang out for great food and great times.

READER RECOMMENDED Black Mountain Tavern and Distillery

30855 N. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek 480-513-3372 blackmountaindistillery.com

Brisam’s Grill, Bar and Patio

READER RECOMMENDED The Living Room Wine Cafe and Lounge

4730 E. Lone Mountain Road, Cave Creek 480-595-2202 brisams.com

20751 N. Pima Road, Suite 120, Scottsdale 480-404-7465 livingroomwinebar.com

Brix Wines

37636 N. Tom Darlington Drive, Suite 1, Carefree 480-595-2749 brixwinesaz.com

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Activities

Golf Club

Rancho Mañana Golf Club 5734 E. Rancho Manana Boulevard, Cave Creek 480-488-0398 ranchomanana.com Rancho Mañana Golf Club has a par 70 championship course with dramatic changes in elevation, creating a challenge for any golfer. The mountain views and beautiful terrain make any day at this golf club one to remember. The club provides a variety of amenities, a bar and grill, and a day spa.

READER RECOMMENDED Desert Mountain Golf Club

37700 N. Desert Mountain Parkway, Scottsdale 480-595-4000 desertmountain.com

Boulders Resort and Spa Scottsdale

34631 N. Tom Darlington Drive, Scottsdale 480-488-9009 curiocollection3.hilton.com Rancho Mañana Golf Club

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

Resort JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort and Spa 5350 E. Marriott Drive, Phoenix 480-293-5000 marriott.com/phoenix Whether you are a Cave Creek resident or a vacationer coming in for the weekend, the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort and Spa has a wide variety of golf courses for all levels to come and enjoy. Bring your friends and family, drive around in the golf carts, and have a great day with nothing but mountain views.

READER RECOMMENDED Boulders Resort and Spa Scottsdale

34631 N. Tom Darlington Drive, Scottsdale 480-488-9009 curiocollection3.hilton.com

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Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale

10600 E. Crescent Moon Drive, Scottsdale 480-515-5700 fourseasons.com/scottsdale

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Bartlett Lake

Live Music Venue Harold’s Cave Creek Corral

Family Activity

Bartlett Lake

20808 E. Bartlett Dam Road, Carefree 602-316-3378 bartlettlake.com Warmer weather is on the horizon, and what better way to spend the day than on the water? Grab your family and friends to come enjoy the natural beauty and thousands of outdoor recreational opportunities that come with Bartlett Lake. It’s more than 2,000 acres of fun.

6895 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek 480-488-1906 haroldscorral.com Harrold’s Cave Creek Corral is home to great live music with a variety of events all regulated for the health and safety of employees. Check the website for specials and events and for further details about the COVID-19 rules.

Activities READER RECOMMENDED Janey’s Coffee Co. and Bodega

6602 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek 480-575-6885 janeyscoffeeco.com

Buffalo Chip Saloon and Steakhouse

6823 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek 480-488-9118 buffalochipsaloon.com

READER RECOMMENDED Desert Ridge Marketplace

21001 N. Tatum Boulevard, Phoenix 480-513-7586 shopdesertridge.com

MacDonald’s Ranch

26540 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale 480-585-0239 macdonaldsranch.com

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Annual Art Festival

Carefree Fine Art and Wine Festival 101 Easy Street, Carefree 480-837-5637 thunderbirdartists.com

Carefree Fine Art and Wine Festival

The 28th annual Carefree Fine Art and Wine Festival came back after a year break due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This event is ﬁrst class, featuring more than 155 ﬁne artisans from across the world. Tune in for next year’s details and the featured artists.

READER RECOMMENDED Hidden in the Hills

7100 E. Cave Creek Road, Suite 144, Cave Creek 480-575-6624 sonoranartsleague.org

Stagecoach Village Fine Art and Wine Festival

7100 E. Cave Creek Road, Suite 153, Cave Creek 480-299-5816 stagecoachvillagecc.com

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Museum

Musical Instrument Museum

Art Gallery

Rare Earth Gallery

6401 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek 480-575-4360 rareearthgallerycc.com Rated one of the best rock shops in Arizona, Rare Earth is your onestop shop for gifts, specimens and jewelry. The collection features unique sculptures, furniture keepsakes, and fossils that date back millions of years.

READER RECOMMENDED C Gallery Art and Coffee

20789 N. Pima Road, Suite 100, Scottsdale 480-331-2975 cgalleryart.com

Wild Holly Gallery

22 Easy Street, Carefree 480-595-8757 wildhollygallery.com

4725 E. Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix 480-478-6000 mim.org From the beginning, the Musical Instrument Museum has focused on guest experience to create a place that is enriching, interesting, inspiring and fun. While there, you can learn about music through the MIM’s collection of more than 8,000 instruments from 200 world countries.

READER RECOMMENDED Cave Creek Museum

6140 E. Skyline Drive, Cave Creek 480-488-2764 cavecreekmuseum.org

Hiking Trail

Tom’s Thumb Trailhead

23015 N. 128th Street, Scottsdale 480-998-7971 mcdowellsonoran.org Tom’s Thumb Trail is a 4-mile heavily trafﬁcked out and back trail that features beautiful wildflowers and epic scenery. The trail is difﬁcult; be sure to pack lots of water and wear sun protection. Dogs are allowed on this trail as well but must be kept on a leash.

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Penske Racing Museum

7125 E. Chauncey Lane, Phoenix 480-538-4444 penskeracingmuseum.com

READER RECOMMENDED Black Mountain Trail

North School House Road, Cave Creek alltrails.com

McDowell Sonoran Preserve Gateway Trail

18333 N. Thompson Peak Parkway, Scottsdale 480-312-7013 mcdowellsonoran.org

Place to Shop Desert Ridge Marketplace

21001 N.Tatum Boulevard, Phoenix 480-513-7586 shopdesertridge.com At the center of the community, Desert Ridge Marketplace offers great shopping, chef-driven restaurants, and a place to connect with friends and family. Desert Ridge Marketplace wants guests to experience something new and unique in the North Valley.

Clothing Boutique

Business Services

READER RECOMMENDED Scottsdale Quarter

15059 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 205, Scottsdale 480-270-8123 scottsdalequarter.com

Kierland Commons

15205 N. Kierland Boulevard, Suite 150, Scottsdale 480-348-1577 kierlandcommons.com

The Mason Jar Boutique 29455 N. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek 480-215-2851 shopthemasonjar.com As the weather warms up, The Mason Jar Boutique has a wide variety of cute dresses, tops, jeans and shorts to adapt to the nicer weather. Download the app and become a VIP for exclusive deals and get ﬁrst looks at what is new in the store.

Consignment Store My Sister’s Closet 6204 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale 480-443-4575 mysisterscloset.com A boutique meets a thrift store, My Sister’s Closet is a consignment store that is reshaping how Arizonans shopped. The sister duo running the store opened doors in 1991 and has now expanded to Chandler, Phoenix and San Diego.

Desert Ridge Marketplace

READER RECOMMENDED Etania Jewelry and Boutique

6140 E. Cave Creek Road, Suite 5, Cave Creek 602-429-0505 etaniagems.com

Pretty Please

20511 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale 480-585-1998 prettypleasecollective.com

READER RECOMMENDED Red Truck Trading Company

6501 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek 480-575-0100 redtrucktrading.com

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Business Services Nonprofit

READER RECOMMENDED

Foothills Food Bank 6038 E. Hidden Valley Drive, Cave Creek 480-488-1145 foothillsfoodbank.com

Healing Hearts Animal Rescue

5814 E. Peak View Road, Cave Creek 480-279-5135 healingheartsaz.org

Foothills Food Bank provides food, referral information and ﬁnancial assistance to individuals and families in need within its service area. The number of food bank clients grows by 10% each year.

Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center

27026 N. 156th Street, Scottsdale 480-471-9109 southwestwildlife.org

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Greulich’s Automotive Repair 34330 N. Black Mountain Parkway, Cave Creek 480-751-3597 greulichs.com

Car Dealership

Mercedes-Benz of North Scottsdale 18530 N. Scottsdale Road, Phoenix 480-470-7746 mbofnorthscottsdale.com Mercedes-Benz of North Scottsdale offers a variety of car-buying experiences, including in-person and online shopping. They work hard to ensure all customers have a great car-buying experience.

READER RECOMMENDED Bell Lexus North Scottsdale

18555 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale 480-502-5000 belllexusnorthscottsdale.com

Porsche North Scottsdale

18000 N. Scottsdale Road, Phoenix 480-538-3800 porschenorthscottsdale.com

Business Financial Services

Real Estate Agency/Agent

Planning Services

BVO Luxury Group 15333 N. Pima Road, Suite 130, Scottsdale 480-508-7521 bvoluxury.com

Silverhawk Private Wealth

Ranked sixth worldwide through Keller Williams, BVO Luxury Group specializes in marketing homes to clientele across the world and provides strategies to effectively sell houses. This team of 30 licensed Realtors stays ahead of the ever-changing market through coaching and training.

21090 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale 480-296-0200 silverhawkfinancial.com Plan. Grow. Protect. These words are the mission of Silverhawk Financial Planning Services. They use their knowledge, experience, education and expertise to provide any client with asset protection, asset allocation and asset management of wealth.

READER RECOMMENDED RE/MAX Fine Properties

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Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Scottsdale Carefree 33765 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 101, Scottsdale 480-595-8181 coldwellbankerhomes.com

READER RECOMMENDED Simplicity Scottsdale

8700 E. Vista Bonita Drive, Suite 160, Scottsdale 1-800-201-0224 simplicityscottsdale.com

Stratos Wealth Partners

6929 E. Greenway Parkway, Suite 195, Scottsdale 480-719-1335 stratoswealthpartners.com

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Business Services

READER RECOMMENDED Desert Foothills Plumbing

Plumbing Services Pool Service Infamous Pool Care Cave Creek, Desert Hills, North Scottsdale, Rio Verde 480-818-1567 infamouspoolcare.com With warmer weather comes more visits to the pool. Infamous Pool Services conducts a variety of maintenance, inspections and problem solving to make sure your pool is in the perfect summer state.

READER RECOMMENDED Arizona Home and Pool Service 36117 N. 85th Place, Scottsdale 623-738-0300 azhomeandpool.com

California Pools and Landscape 23271 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite A105, Scottsdale 480-345-0005 calpool.com

Wyman Plumbing and Mechanical 2103 W. Parkside Lane, Suite 101, Phoenix 623-551-6688 wyman-services.com

Proskill Services

4215 W. Fortune Drive, Anthem 623-551-7473 proskillservices.com

Based out of Phoenix, Wyman Plumbers proudly serves its residential and commercial neighbors of the North Valley. Wyman Plumbing technicians are detailed, courteous and knowledgeable. For any needs you may have, explore their website or give them a call.

Air Conditioner/ Repair Service Roofing AZ Perfect Comfort

Ready Roofing AZ

26 W. Lone Cactus Drive, Suite 400, Phoenix 602-789-3000 azperfectcomfort.com

29455 N. Cave Creek Road, Suite 118-447, Cave Creek 602-751-3114 readyroofingaz.com

As the weather warms up, it’s important to make sure your A/C unit is up and running. AZ Perfect Comfort is the choice for many homeowners for all kinds of cooling and indoor air-quality systems, as well as any repairs you may need.

From shingles to tiles, foam, coatings and patios, Ready Rooﬁng AZ is ready to serve clients’ homes. Their professionals have over 100 years of combined experience and guarantee customer satisfaction by providing the best warranties in the business. If there is anything not up to your standard, they will come back and make it right.

READER RECOMMENDED Cave Creek Heating and Air Conditioning

35880 N. Creek View Lane, Cave Creek 480-595-0938 desertfoothillsac.com

Proskill Services

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READER RECOMMENDED Ironwood Roofing

20802 N. Grayhawk Drive, Scottsdale 602-505-1920 ironwoodrooﬁng.com

Durafoam Roofing LLC

2810 E. Mohawk Lane, Phoenix 480-941-5373 durafoaminc.com

Business Services

Home Furnishings Big Bronco

6602 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek 480-575-1357 bigbroncocavecreek.com Arizonans looking for quality rustic furniture made from globally sourced reclaimed materials should look no further than Big Bronco, Cave Creek’s eclectic, Westerninspired home furnishings store. Customers will ﬁnd recycled metal horse statutes perched among eyecatching ceramic pots, furnishings made from 100-yearold reclaimed Brazilian wood, and barbed-wire candles. The shop’s goal of giving customers a chance to live the “Western dream” shines through with every vintage throw blanket and desert flower-ﬁlled jug.

READER RECOMMENDED Out West Interiors and Furnishings 6032 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek 480-575-8000 outwestinteriors.com

Abode Fine Living

5415 E. High Street, Suite 119, Phoenix 480-659-3646 abodeﬁneliving.com

Etania Jewlery and Boutique

Jewelry Store

READER RECOMMENDED J Patrick Jewelers

7252 E. Ho Road, Carefree 480-488-6188 facebook.com/carefreejeweler

Etania Jewelry and Boutique 6140 E. Cave Creek Road, Suite 5, Cave Creek 602-429-0505 etaniagems.com

Ganem Jewelers

3602 E. Ray Road, Phoenix 480-706-1850 ganemjewelers.com

Etania Jewelry and Boutique is the perfect place to shop for gifts for someone special. The one-of-a-kind sterling silver and natural gemstone jewelry offers unique and fabulous pieces.

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Business Services

Rowdy Hair

20910 N. Tatum Boulevard, Suite 120, Phoenix 480-515-1780 rowdyhair.com

Hair Salon Salon Mila

7100 E. Cave Creek Road, Suite 132, Cave Creek 480-575-0438 salonmila.com

Zolton’s Salon & Day Spa

20821 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 203, Scottsdale 480-513-8414 zoltons.com

This Aveda concept salon has been in business since 1998, providing clientele with the expertise they need for all beauty needs. With an individualized approach to beauty care, Salon Mila will have you leaving feeling conﬁdent and ready to take on anything.

Day Spa The Spa at the Boulders

The Spa at the Boulders

34631 N.Tom Darlington Drive, Suite 101, Scottsdale 480-595-3500 theboulders.com

Restore the body and mind at the 33,000-squarefoot spa at The Boulders. It offers a variety of stimulating revitalization through massage, facials and any other refreshing therapy you may need. Whether it’s been a tough week or you just want to treat yourself, The Spa at the Boulders will have you leaving feeling rejuvenated.

READER RECOMMENDED The Spa at the Four Seasons Resort 10600 E. Crescent Moon Drive, Scottsdale 480-513-5145 fourseasons.com

Spa at Civana

37220 Mule Train Road, Carefree 480-653-9001 civanacarefree.com

“The Jewel of the Creek” as a Best of North Valley Winner! TWO-TIME WINNER!

BEST JEWELRY STORE

Specializing in unique, one-of-a-kind pieces in Sterling Silver and natural gemstones. 602-429-0505 | www.etaniagems.com | 6140 E. Cave Creek Road, Suite 5, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 34

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Place to Exercise

Desert Foothills Family YMCA 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale 480-596-9622 valleyymca.org

There’s a reason it’s still fun to stay at the YMCA. The Desert Foothills Family branch of this nationally recognized organization is a multigenerational facility that offers services for the entire community, from 3 months old to seniors in their 90s.

READER RECOMMENDED EoS Fitness

14843 N. Northsight Boulevard, Scottsdale 480-661-1022 eosﬁtness.com

Cave Creek Fit Body Boot Camp

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DESERT FOOTHILLS FAMILY YMCA

34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85266 480.596.9622 • valleyYMCA.org valleyYMCA.org/donatedffy

The Desert Foothills Family YMCA is a cause-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to providing affordable programs and services to benefit people of all incomes and backgrounds in our community. Financial assistance is available for programs including membership, swim lessons, sports, archery, child care and more.

Thank you, North Valley, for your votes!

Cigar Lounge Smoke and Joe Cigar Lounge 29850 N.Tatum Boulevard, Suite 115, Cave Creek 480-563-8543 smokeandjoecigarlounge.business.site

Best Place to Exercise

This cigar lounge is a veteran-owned and -operated room where everyone knows your name. Stop by for all your cigar needs!

READER RECOMMENDED Sticks Cigar Lounge

37555 N. Hum Road, Carefree 480-575-0993 sticksgolf-cigarlounge.com

Expires 7/31/21

Torch Cigar Bar

5450 E. High Street, Suite 115, Phoenix 1-800-641-8672 torchcigarbar.com

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Business Services Law Firm Best Law Firm

READER RECOMMENDED Scottsdale Injury Lawyers

9383 E. Bahia Drive, Suite 100, Scottsdale 480-219-2433 bestlawaz.com

8700 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Unit 204, Scottsdale 480-900-7390 scottsdaleinjurylawyers.com

Best Law Firm is a service looking at divorce and custody practice areas. When facing a difﬁcult situation, Best lawyers work to create a supportive environment by ﬁghting for what’s important to you.

8900 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Suite 250, Scottsdale 480-585-0600 azspecialeducationlawyers.com

Senior Living Lone Mountain Memory Care 7171 E. Lone Mountain Road, Scottsdale 480-488-0309 spectrumretirement.com

This North Scottsdale community is the perfect escape for seniors struggling with memory loss. This facility uses arts and crafts classes, cooking classes and other programs to create connections with misplaced memories. This will overall be an experience of independence for your loved one and provides you the comfort of knowing they are in good care.

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READER RECOMMENDED Maravilla Scottsdale

7325 E. Princess Boulevard, Scottsdale 480-630-3158 srgseniorliving.com

Acoya Troon

10455 E. Pinnacle Peak Parkway, Scottsdale 480-699-1444 acoyatroon.com

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Thank You North Valley, for voting us Best Pet Boutique! THE HEALTHY PET MARKET • Highest Quality Foods & Treats • Large Selection of Supplies Collars, Leashes, Toys, Ect.

GROOMING

• Full Service Grooming • Stress-Free Environment • All Breeds of Dogs & Cats 29455 N. Cave Creek Rd. #108 Fry’s Center @ Cave Creek & Tatum

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Store Hours

Monday - Friday 9-6 • Sat 9-5 • Closed Sunday

Business Services

Pet Boutique Bonnie’s Barkery

29455 N. Cave Creek Road, Suite 108, Cave Creek 480-502-7973 bonniesbarkery.com

READER RECOMMENDED Bosco’s Biscuits

Four-legged friends receive top service at Bonnie’s Barkery. This family-owned and -operated store has a friendly, knowledgeable staff who offer personalized nutritional guidance for all your pet’s needs.

36889 N. Tom Darlington Drive, Carefree 480-595-9795 boscosbiscuits.com

Doggy Day Care Veterinarian/ Hospital

See Spot Shop

32531 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 112, Scottsdale 480-595-5116 seespotonline.com

Medical

Carefree Pet Resort

7509 E. Cave Creek Road, Carefree 480-595-2273 carefreepetresort.com

Let’s face it, your pet deserves a vacation as much as you do. The Carefree Pet Resort offers overnight accommodations, spa services and plenty of fun for your fourlegged pals.

READER RECOMMENDED Camp Bow Wow

7000 E. Mayo Boulevard, Suite 1096, Phoenix 480-758-4012 campbowwow.com

Always Unleashed Pet Resort

7230 E. Adobe Drive, Scottsdale 480-767-7046 alwaysunleashed.com

Animal Health Services of Cave Creek 37555 N. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek 480-488-6181 ahsvet.com The staff at Animal Health Services want to ensure the health all pets. For the healthy and safety of others, AHVS asks all customers to wait in vehicles and call upon arrival. A receptionist meets patients in the parking lot, and your little friend can then go into the center.

READER RECOMMENDED Dove Valley Animal Hospital

4815 E. Carefree Highway, Suite 107, Cave Creek 480-595-5731 dovevalleyah.com

Arizona Animal Hospital

31319 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite D, Scottsdale 480-686-8083 arizonaanimalhospital.com

Chiropractor Dr. Jon Tanner Chiropractic and Acupuncture 33755 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 101, Scottsdale 480-595-6100 doctortanner.com Dr. Jon Tanner Chiropractic and Acupuncture believes in treating each patient with a comprehensive strategy involving chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture and dry needling, among many other services.

READER RECOMMENDED Champion Chiropractic

4532 E. Lone Mountain Road, Cave Creek 480-595-0001 championcavecreek.com

Well Adjusted Chiropractic

23341 N. Pima Road, Suite 134, Scottsdale 480-424-5606 liveadjusted.com

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Dr. Jon Tanner has been in practice for 25 years. He offers a unique combination of services including Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Dry Needling, Spinal Decompression, and therapies such as Ultrasound, Electrical Muscle Stimulation and much more. From the moment you walk into this beautiful ofﬁce, you will feel right at home. Providing safe, effective and affordable treatment, you will see why Dr. Jon has been a favorite in the North Valley.

DR. JON TANNER CHIROPRACTIC AND ACUPUNCTURE Celebrating 25 years of Practice in Arizona! Licensed and Triple Board Certified in: • Chiropractic • Acupuncture • Physical Medicine Modalities and Therapeutic Procedures • Certification in Dry Needling for Sports Medicine and Trauma Rehabilitation • Advanced Certification in Dry Needling • Palmer Graduate

DR. JON TANNER CHIROPRACTIC AND ACUPUNCTURE

33755 N. Scottsdale Rd. #101, Scottsdale, AZ 85266 (Intersection of Scottsdale Rd. and Westland)

WWW.DOCTORTANNER.COM 480-595-6100

Medical Physical Therapy Total Sports Therapy Cave Creek 4730 E. Lone Mountain Road, Suite 114, Cave Creek, 480-272-7140 tstazpt.com Since 2006, Total Sports Therapy Cave Creek has been providing an individualized service to all its clients and actively engaging around the client’s progress. The team is constantly exploring new effective and innovative strategies within its care.

Orthodontics

READER RECOMMENDED Spooner Physical Therapy 20830 N. Tatum Boulevard, Suite 170, Phoenix 480-502-5510 spoonerpt.com

Rebound Physical Therapy and Sports Rehabilitation 7430 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Suite 138, Scottsdale 480-502-4324 reboundpt.com

READER RECOMMENDED Cordon Orthodontics

Smile Straight Orthodontics 3229 E. Greenway Road, Unit 101, Phoenix 623-215-9699 smilestraightaz.com A straight smile can make anyone feel a million times more confident. At Smile Straight, the team of orthodontists is passionate in working with its patients to meet any individual needs and desires. Braces start at $99 a month; schedule a consultation to find out of it’s a good fit.

30012 N. Cave Creek Road, Suite 102, Cave Creek 480-420-3292 cordonortho.com

Premier Orthodontics of North Phoenix/Union Hills

18725 N. 32nd Street, Suite A120, Phoenix 480-361-4600 yourazbraces.com

Thank You North Valley for Voting us Best for Physical Therapy We treat:

We now have 4 valley locations to serve you! We accept most insurance plans.

• Back & Neck pain • Post-surgical procedures • Shoulder/Arm injuries • Hip/Knee/Foot injuries • Post accident injuries • Sports Injuries • Work-related Injuries • Vertigo

4 Convenient Locations to Meet Your Physical Therapy Needs Cave Creek/Carefree

4730 E. Lone Mountain Rd. #114 Cave Creek, AZ 85331 480-272-7140

Moon Valley

245 E. Bell Rd. #58 Phoenix, AZ 85022 602-843-8486

North Phoenix

34975 N North Valley Pkwy #118 Phoenix, AZ 85086 623-434-4361

Glendale Arrowhead 8110 W. Union Hills Dr. #320 Glendale, AZ 85308 623-248-8830

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Medical

Dentist General Dentistry 4 Kids

Eye Care Eye Care North 29605 N. Cave Creek Road, Suite 102, Cave Creek, 480-361-7040 eyecarenorth.com Let the Eye Care North staff monitor your eyes throughout your life. Eye Care North provides comprehensive eye care services, including eye exams for glasses and contacts. It also manages eye diseases and takes walk-in emergencies and appointments.

3202 E. Greenway Road, Suite 1287, Phoenix 602-996-6065 gd4k.com The dentist can be scary, but with the help of General Dentistry 4 Kids it may be fun! The team of friendly and excited dentists are dedicated to making your child’s experience comfortable.

READER RECOMMENDED Carefree Dentists

7518 Elbow Bend Road, Carefree 480-488-9735 carefreedentists.com

Pinnacle Peak Family Dentistry

10465 E. Pinnacle Peak Parkway, Suite 101, Scottsdale 480-473-8920 ppfdental.com

READER RECOMMENDED Complete Eye Care

33717 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 110, Scottsdale 480-488-7007 completeeyecareaz.com

Horizon Eye Specialists and Lasik Center 20940 N. Tatum Boulevard, Suite 370, Phoenix 602-467-4966 horizonlaservision.com

Dermatologist Spectrum Dermatology 20950 N.Tatum Boulevard, Suite 250, Phoenix 480-948-8400 spectrumdermatology.com The skin is the largest organ in the body, so why not ensure that you are treating it well? Spectrum Dermatology is a practice that focuses on the “full spectrum of dermatology.” From skin cancer surgeries to anti-aging treatments, this organization is recognized as one of Arizona’s leading centers for medical, surgical, cosmetic and laser dermatology.

READER RECOMMENDED Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery

8817 E. Bell Road, Suite 101, Scottsdale 480-513-9440 advancedderm.com

Phoenix Skin Medical Surgical Group 7312 E. Deer Valley Road, Suite 105, Scottsdale 480-473-9111 phxskin.com

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Eyewear

The Black Mountain Named after desert animals & plants, local landmarks, and schools in the Cave Creek Unified School District, Cave Creek Eyewear features frames that are trendy without being overstated.

DIZZINESS, HEADACHES, ANXIETY, NAUSEA, DOUBLE VISION.

COULD IT BE YOUR EYES?

Binocular Vision Dysfunction (BVD) is a misalignment of the eye muscles. The line of sight from one eye is slightly different than the other eye. Therefore the eye muscles have to work harder than they should to correct the misalignment and achieve a single line of focus. Tense and overworked muscles in and around the eyes caused by BVD can be responsible for dizziness, headaches, nausea, anxiety, gait imbalance, neck pain and other unwanted symptoms. Have you seen multiple specialists but nothing seems to help? Neurovisual medicine is a subspecialty of optometry that uses a new approach to treating micro misalignments of the eyes not normally detected on a routine eye exam. Dr. Julie Lam practices at Eye Care North in Cave Creek and is the only Neurovisual optometrist in Maricopa County. She is the 25th doctor in the United States to complete training at the Neurovisual Medicine Institute in Michigan. She has helped many patients, including TBI sufferers, with their symptoms by treating BVD with special lenses. To find out if you have BVD, fill out the screening questionnaire at www.eyecarenorth.com. A staff member will call you with the results and let you know if a Neurovisual evaluation can help with your symptoms.

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The Jewel of the Creek

The Cactus Bloom Cave Creek's small town charm and unique Western flare inspired Dr. Julie Lam, optometrist & owner of Eye Care North, to create eyeglass frames representative of its community and residents. She wanted a frame line with timeless style just like the people of Cave Creek. With this in mind, Cave Creek Eyewear was established in 2019.

EyeWear with local flair When you purchase Cave Creek Eyewear, you are supporting a small, independent, familyowned business & keeping more money in the local Cave Creek economy. You are also supporting local jobs & encouraging a sense of community.

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Medical

Plastic Surgeon/ Body Improvement

Hospital/ Medical Center

Summit Aesthetics 32409 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 103, Scottsdale 480-787-0701 summit-aesthetics.com Summit Aesthetics’ staff has 60 years of combined experience and it strives to provide superior service to all customers in a tranquil, exclusive environment. Stop by and receive a holistic approach to healing.

Mayo Clinic

5779 E. Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix 480-342-2000 mayoclinic.org

READER RECOMMENDED Ciao Bella Cosmetic Surgery

22455 N. Miller Road, Suite B100, Scottsdale 480-686-8121 ciaobellaplasticsurgery.com

Guerra Plastic Surgery Center 8765 E. Bell Road, Suite 104, Scottsdale 480-970-2580 azbreasts.com

Every year, more than a million people step by the Mayo Clinic for care. The team of experts are some of the best in the world, according U.S. News and World Reports.

READER RECOMMENDED HonorHealth Scottsdale

20745 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 100, Scottsdale 480-882-7500 honorhealth.com

Banner Health Center

4375 E. Irma Lane, Phoenix 480-890-5800 bannerhealth.com

Audiologist Valley ENT Scottsdale 20201 N. Scottsdale Healthcare Drive, Suite 230, Scottsdale 480-684-1360 azvent.com Valley ENT delivers state-of-the-art ENT and allergy care to adults and children across Arizona. The 35 board-certified otolaryngologists, two board-certified allergists/immunologists, 21 audiologists and five physician assistants deliver exceptional ENT care.

READER RECOMMENDED Platinum Hearing

26224 N. Tatum Boulevard, Suite 14, Phoenix 602-975-3713 platinumhearingaz.com

Valley Audiology

11811 N. Tatum Boulevard, Unit 3031, Phoenix 602-576-2988 valleyaudiologyaz.com

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Medical Urgent Care HonorHealth Urgent Care 18404 N.Tatum Boulevard, Suite 101C, Phoenix 602-485-7475 honorhealth.com For quick illness or injury treatment, turn to HonorHealth Urgent Care. Through the partnerships established, HonorHealth provides hiqh-quality, convenient care without a hospital visit.

READER RECOMMENDED NextCare Urgent Care

20950 N. Tatum Boulevard, Suite 190, Phoenix 480-776-0021 nextcare.com

MedPost Urgent Care

23015 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 101, Scottsdale 480-502-5900 carespot.com

Public School/ District

Education

Cave Creek Unified School District 33016 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale 480-575-2000 ccusd93.org

Preschool Primrose School at Tatum 4747 E. Dynamite Boulevard, Cave Creek, 480-513-2900 primroseschools.com Primrose School teachers and caregivers are trained, ready and excited to take the ﬁrst steps of your child’s education journey. The school serves children from infants to kindergarten and takes a balanced learning approach to meet any child’s needs.

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READER RECOMMENDED

CCUSD serves more than 5,400 students with a 97% high school graduation rate. This district is dedicated to giving children a variety of academic opportunities to become well-rounded students. Check the district’s website to read more about standout schools and the opportunities at CCUSD.

Best Pals Preschool

30845 N. Cave Creek Road, Suite 117, Cave Creek, 480-342-7170 bestpalspreschool.com

Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool 20977 N. Pima Road, Suite 140, Scottsdale 480-585-7000 littlesunshine.com/scottsdale-arizona

READER RECOMMENDED Paradise Valley Unified School District 15002 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix 602-449-2000 pvschools.net

Scottsdale Unified School District

8500 E. Jackrabbit Road, Scottsdale 480-484-6100 susd.org

Education

Private School Notre Dame Preparatory 9701 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale 480-634-8200 ndpsaints.org Home of the Saints, Notre Dame Preparatory Academy is a Dioceason Catholic college preparatory high school dedicated to strengthening the minds, bodies and souls of its students by integrating faith into a challenging curriculum.

READER RECOMMENDED Bella Vista College Preparatory School 33401 N. 56th Street, Scottsdale 480-575-6001 bellavistacollegeprep.com

El Dorado Private School

20624 N. 76th Street, Scottsdale 480-502-6878 eldoradops.com

Property Management, Leasing and Sales

Strengthening Minds, Bodies and Souls Meet NDP Senior Max Zdimal!

v Flat marketing and Leasing costs v Flat monthly management fee v Full tenant background checks v No upcharge on maintenance v ACH set for owners and tenants Office located at Deer Valley and 19th Ave.

• Committed to Princeton University • NDP Principal’s List (GPA 4.0 of above) • House Captain - St. Michael House • Baseball - Starting Pitcher • HopeKids Volunteer • 2020 Sports360AZ All-Academic Baseball Team • NDP Senior Lead Ambassador • Second Zdimal Son to Attend Notre Dame Prep

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Property Management

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Best Law Firm

DINING

Best Wine Bar

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• Morris Hall PLLC

Best American Food

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• Soul: Modern AZ Cuisine • Confluence

• Wild at Heart • Foothills Caring Corps

Best Senior Living

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Best Auto Repair

• LivGenerations Pinnacle Peak

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Best Pet Boutique

FUN & ACTIVITIES

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Best Breakfast • Heart & Soul Café • EGGstasy

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• Divine Bakery • Butta Cakes

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Best Resort

• Fatburger

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Best Chiropractor • BackFit Health + Spine • Sterling Structural Therapy

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HOME • TRIMBLE’S TALES George Ruffner served several terms as Yavapai County sheriff. (Submitted photo)

Shenanigans at the polls By Marshall Trimble

rregularities at the polls on the frontier were common. Here are a few of my favorites: In 1870 in Yuma County, the local Native Americans were bribed to participate in the election by casting their votes. Clad in breechclouts and stovepipe hats, the latter, gifts from one of the candidates for services rendered, they would await their turn at the polls. When the clerk asked their names, the Natives replied, “My name is O’Toole, Hooligan, Malarkey” or some other such Irish name they’d memorized. It was said that some 400 ineligible voters of both sexes turned out to vote. At the time, neither American Indian nor women were allowed to vote. In the 1880 political election in Pima County, Republican Bob Paul was running against Democrat Charlie Shibell for sheriff of Pima County. Paul had a good reputation as a tough lawman, while Shibell was more of an administrator with

a laissez-faire attitude toward criminal behavior. A couple of well-known outlaws in the extreme eastern part of the county, Ike Clanton and Johnny Ringo, managed to get themselves named election officials. With only 50 eligible voters in the district, Shibell received 123 votes and Paul only got one. Paul lost the election, but an investigation of the results later declared him the winner. By that time the new county of Cochise had been established, leaving the outlaws, aka cowboys, with a new county sheriff, a glad-handing polecat named Johnny Behan. Behan turned a blind eye to their nefarious behavior. Sandy Huntington, a scion of the famous California family, was exiled to Arizona because he was powerfully addicted to ardent spirits. He worked at various odd jobs in Prescott, and his hero was Yavapai County Sheriff George Ruffner. He hung around the sheriff ’s office running errands. It was campaign season, and something Ruffner hated to do was campaign. While the other candidates were busy making long-winded speeches, when it was his

turn, he’d step up to the podium and say, “I’m George Ruffner. I’m runnin’ for sheriff,” then he’d sit down. One election, Ruffner was running against a particularly tough candidate. Huntington was well educated, and he decided to help during the polling by volunteering to read the ballots to those voters who couldn’t read — and there were many. He’d say the names of the candidates and then ask for whom they wished to vote. If they replied “George Ruffner,” Huntington would say “Just mark an X in that little box by his name.” If the voter said, “I ain’t votin’ for that scallywag Ruffner, I’m voting for the other guy.” he’d say, “Let’s get rid of that scallywag Ruffner. We’ll cross him out by putting a big X in that little box next to his name.” Ruffner served several terms as Yavapai County sheriff. In 1903, he won a funeral home in a faro game at the famous Palace Saloon on Whiskey Row. From that day hence folks claimed Sheriff Ruffner could offer taxpayers a package deal: He could shoot the bad guy, embalm ’em and bury ‘em, all for the price of one. NORTHVALLEYMAGAZINE.COM APRIL 2021 | MAY 2021

BETTER • HEALTH

Expanding to the North Valley Mid-year opening planned for Cave Creek hospital By Keith Jones

Carefree Highway will include a 13-bed emergency department, an operating room and eight inpatient rooms, along with X-ray, ultrasound and CT scanner, laboratory and pharmacy services to meet patient needs. The hospital will be capable of caring for patients of all ages, she says, and staff will work closely with first responders and EMS to serve Cave Creek and North Valley communities. “Patients with abdominal or chest pain, sprains and broken bones, lacerations, pneumonia and flu are typical of the types of conditions we expect to see in the emergency department,” says Dr. Brian Hess, medical director of Emergency Services for Abrazo Health. “This hospital will help minimize the need for transfers to larger medical facilities for patients with lower-acuity conditions.” Bird adds, “The surgical suite will be equipped similar those of Abrazo’s larger hospitals. Patients coming to the ER with appendicitis or gall bladder symptoms are examples of surgical cases that can be performed at Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital.” The Cave Creek hospital will be Abrazo Health’s Nurses station outside spathird “neighborhood cious inpatient rooms awaiting hospital,” similar to delivery of beds and equipment. (Photo courtesy of Abrazo) others in Surprise and Mesa. Abrazo

onstruction is nearly complete, and a mid-year opening is planned for Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital near the intersection of Carefree Highway and Cave Creek Road. Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital is a new type of neighborhood hospital, designed with an emphasis on convenience, patient safety, surgical and emergency services. “We are excited to expand Abrazo’s services in the North Valley by creating more access to efficient, convenient medical services of a fully licensed hospital,” says Sarah Bird, RN, BSN, administrative director. “That means Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital will have an emergency room that’s open 24/7 year-round, with on-site imaging and surgical facilities and inpatient rooms for overnight stay.” The single-story facility at 5227 E.

Rendering of the completed Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital, expected to open in mid2021. (Photo courtesy of Abrazo)

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Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital at a glance 

Planned opening mid-2021 13-bed ER  One operating room  Three-bed pre-op/post-anesthesia care unit  Eight inpatient rooms  Imaging suite with X-ray, ultrasound and CT scan  Separate ER and hospital reception/ waiting areas  Approximate 35,000-square-foot building  Address: 5227 E. Carefree Highway, Cave Creek 

Health operates hospitals and physician practices throughout the Valley, including Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital and Abrazo Scottsdale, Arrowhead, Central and West campuses. “Patients prefer to receive care closer to home, and Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital will be the community’s hospital for emergency care, low-acuity surgical services and related care,” Bird says. Hess adds that despite the coronavirus pandemic there is still a need for routine and emergency care. “When care is delayed, there is a greater risk for secondary issues, complications or lengthier recovery times. Hospitals and ERs are safe places for care. Minutes do matter in an emergency,” Hess says. Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital is expected to create approximately 50 jobs.

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