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SUNDAY, MAY 1 Cinco de Mayo Phoenix Festival Sunday, May 1 Noon–10 p.m.

Downtown Phoenix Washington Street & Third Avenue 602-279-4669 https://cincophx.com $5/Admission before 5 p.m. $10/Admission after 5 p.m.

The 29th annual celebration featuring live performances from local and national Mexican culture bands, traditional food and family fun activities.

SUNDAY, MAY 1– SUNDAY, MAY 2 2 ‘Schoolhouse Rock Live!’

Various showtimes Herberger Theater 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix 602-252-8497 www.herbergertheater.org/events/ schoolhouse-rock-live $13 The pop culture favorite featuring songs to please every generation.

SUNDAY, MAY 1 ‘The Color Purple’ 3 p.m.

The Phoenix Theatre Company 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix 602-254-2151 info@phoenixtheatre.com https://phoenixtheatre.com $44–$106

The Tony Awardwinning musical featuring scores of jazz, ragtime, blues, gospel and African music to celebrate strength through adversity and the healing power of love.

SUNDAY, MAY 1–SAT URDAY, MAY 7 ‘Done to Death’ Various showtimes Starlight Community Theater 1611 W. Whispering Wind Drive, Suite 9 Phoenix 623-252-6815 www. starlightcommunitytheater. com/done-to-death $20

Grammy-nominated country singer and songwriter Eric Church performs at Gila River Arena Saturday, May 14.

A murder-mystery comedy put on by local actors.

SUNDAY, MAY 1– SAT URDAY, MAY 7 ‘Seussical’

Arizona Federal Theatre 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix 602-379-2800, www.livenation.com $33–$73 The children’s educational YouTube character live on stage.

THURSDAY, MAY 5– SUNDAY, MAY 8

Various showtimes Musical Theatre of Anthem 42201 N. 41st Drive, Suite B100 Anthem 623-336-6001 www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org/ tickets.html $25

‘Juan Gabriel’

Some of Dr. Seuss’s most favorite characters come together for one imaginative production performed by local youth actors.

The world premiere dance tribute to the legendary Mexican singer-songwriter, Juan Gabriel.

Various showtimes Ballet Arizona Symphony Hall 75 N. Second St., Phoenix 602-381-0184, www.balletaz.org $35–$169

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‘Justice’

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Various showtimes

Herberger Theater 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix 602-252-8497 https://herbergertheater.org/events/ justice $25–$78 A new musical to showcase the two most prominent women in politics at the height of their power: Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Sandra Day O’Connor.

FRIDAY, MAY 6 First Friday at Norterra 5–8 p.m.

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FRIDAY, MAY 6– SUNDAY, MAY 8 Maricopa County Home Shows 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

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FRIDAY, MAY 6– SUNDAY, MAY 29 ‘Ghost: The Musical’ Various showtimes Arizona Broadway Theatre 7701 W. Paradise Lane, Peoria 623-776-8400 www.azbroadway.org/event/ghostthe-musical $33–$84.99/Show only; $47.99–$106.99/Dinner and show The musical adaptation of the hit film with a powerful love story.

SAT URDAY, MAY 7 Cinco de 5k 8 a.m.

Bell Bank Park 1 N. Legacy St., Mesa bretts@legacysportsusa.com https://bellbankpark.com/events/

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SAT URDAYS,MAY 7–28 Pinnacle Peak Farmers Market 8 a.m.–1 p.m.

Deer Valley Towne Center 2805 W. Agua Fria Fwy, Phoenix www.facebook.com/ pinnaclepeakfarmersmarket Free admission Shop for produce, food items and handmade goods from local farmers, vendors and artisans.

Arrowhead Farmers Market 8–11 a.m.

Arrowhead Towne Center 7780 W. Arrowhead Towne Center Glendale 602-703-7154 https://getlocalarizonaevents.com/ saturdaymarket Free admission Check out different vendors each week ranging from fresh produce to handmade crafts. See the full list of participating vendors online.

Celebrate Mexican history during the Cinco de Mayo celebration in Sedona at the Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village on Saturday, May 7.

SAT URDAY, MAY 7 Cards, Kicks & Collectibles 11 a.m.–8 p.m.

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1 N. Legacy St., Mesa 480-353-7058 bit.ly/3vqLSoo $10/Ages 6 and up; Free/Ages 5 and under

Local and out-of-state vendors specializing in the trading and selling of memorabilia, trading cards, specialty sneakers and other collectibles.

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SAT URDAY, MAY 7 Cinco de Mayo Celebration 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village 336 State Route 179 Sedona 928-282-4838 www.tlaq.com/events Free admission Celebrate Mexican history with flamenco performances, face painting, live Latino bands and arts and crafts.

SAT URDAY, MAY 7

Gila River Arena 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale 623-772-3800 www.ticketmaster.com $34–$164

Wine lovers unite during the Uncorked Wine Festival Saturday, May 7 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick resort.

Uncorked Wine Festivals 6–10 p.m.

Salt River Fields at Talking Stick 7555 N. Pima Road Phoenix www.uncorkedwinefestivals.com $75/Early admission; $60/General admission Sample wines from a selection of over 100 wines from all over the world. Ages 21 and up only.

SUNDAYS, MAY 7–2 2 Anthem Open Air Market 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

The Market on 41st 42101 N. 41st Drive, Suite 156 Anthem 623-500-2399 www.facebook.com/themarketon41st Free Enjoy food trucks and shop for locally made food items and products from over 50 vendors.

SUNDAY, MAY 8 Family Drumming Workshop 11 a.m., 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.

Musical Instrument Museum 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 480-478-6000, www.mim.org/events $12 Learn basic drumming instruction to jam out to African, Latin and pop rhythms.

Recommended for ages 4 and up.

MONDAY, MAY 9 Pearl Jam 7:30 p.m.

Gila River Arena 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale 623-772-3800 www.ticketmaster.com $103–$553 Live in concert.

THURSDAY, MAY 12 Coldplay 7 p.m.

State Farm Stadium 1 Cardinals Drive, Glendale 623-433-7101 www.ticketmaster.com $68–$374 The “Music of the Spheres” world tour.

FRIDAY, MAY 13– SUNDAY, MAY 15 ‘Jurassic Park’ in Concert Various showtimes The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall 75 N. Second St., Phoenix 602-495-1999 www.tickets.phoenixsymphony.org/ events $34–$102 The famous classical pieces from the adventure movie are brought to life by a live symphony, stunning imagery and special effects.

SAT URDAY, MAY 14– SUNDAY, MAY 15 New Friends of the North Valley Library Book Sale 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

North Valley Regional Library 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy.

Anthem 602-652-3000 www.mcldaz.org Free admission Find fiction, non-fiction and children’s books for sale.

SAT URDAY, MAY 14– SUNDAY, MAY 15 Celebrate Music from Hawaii 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Musical Instrument Museum 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 480-478-6000 www.mim.org/events $20/Ages 20 and up; $15/Ages 13–19; $10/Ages 4–12; Free/Ages 3 and under Special exhibits, live performances and educational demonstrations throughout the museum to highlight the musical traditions of the Hawaiian islands.

The “Gather Again” tour.

T UESDAY, MAY 1 7 Bastille 7 p.m.

Mesa Amphitheater 263 N. Center St. Mesa 480-644-2560 www.ticketmaster.com $68–$141 Live in concert.

T UESDAY, MAY 1 7– THURSDAY, JUNE 2 An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden 8 p.m.

Ballet Arizona Desert Botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix 602-381-0184, www.balletaz.org $60–$95 Live ballet performances against the sunset in the beautiful desert outdoors.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 18 Powerhouse 7 p.m.

Gila River Arena 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale 623-772-3800 www.ticketmaster.com $34–$244 Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube and Warren G. live on stage.

SAT URDAY, MAY 14

THURSDAY, MAY 19

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Phoenix Zoo 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix 602-286-3800 www.phoenixzoo.org/events/mayroars-pours $10 Giant yard games, special shows, raffle and live music for ages 21 and up only. Beer, wine and snacks at special happy-hour pricing. Take your brews on select trails and hangout near the animals.

7:30 p.m.

Footprint Center 201 E. Jefferson St. Phoenix 602-379-2000 www.ticketmaster.com $17–$194

FRIDAY, MAY 20 Stars on Ice

FRIDAY, MAY 27

Medalists and champions from the U.S. figure skating team perform live on ice, including Nathan Chen, Alysa Liu and Jason Brown.

FRIDAY, MAY 20– SUNDAY, MAY 2 2 Beethoven’s 9th Symphony Various showtimes The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall 75 N. Second St., Phoenix 602-495-1999 https://tickets.phoenixsymphony.org/ events $34–$102 The final performance by the Phoenix Symphony to close out its 75th anniversary season, including “Fanfare for the Common Man” by Aaron Copland and “Symphony No. 9” by Ludwig van Beethoven.

SAT URDAY, MAY 21 ‘Across America’ 7 p.m.

North Valley Symphony Orchestra North Canyon High School Auditorium 1700 E. Union Hills Drive, Phoenix 623-980-4628 www.northvalleysymphony.org $5 A musical road trip across the country, featuring classical pieces inspired by the diverse geography and cultures of America.

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The “Mixtape” tour, also featuring Salt N Pepa, En Vogue and Rick Astley.

7:30 p.m.

Gila River Arena 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale 623-772-3240 www.gilariverarena.com $12–$140

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Friday Food Truck Night 5–8 p.m.

The Market on 41st 42101 N. 41st Drive Anthem 424-355-1400 www.onlineatanthem.com/ calendar.php Grab dinner out from a fun food truck.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 12031, American Legion Post 128, Daisy Mountain Veterans and Anthem Community Council hosts the annual Memorial Day Ceremony in the Anthem Community Park on Monday, May 30.

FRIDAY, MAY 27 ‘Remembering the Fallen’ Student Certificate Presentation 5 p.m.

Anthem Veterans Memorial: Anthem Community Park 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem 623-640-7189 www.vfw.org/community/youth-andeducation/youth-scholarships Free Informal ceremony hosted by Veterans of Foreign War Post 12031 celebrating student participants in the “My Pledge to Our Veterans” Patriot Pen Essay Contest. Over 84,000 essays were submitted nationwide, with many local participants. The Voice of Democracy scholarship program will also be celebrated. Winner of the 2021-22 contest, local resident Mary Sannapu, will recite her audio essay live on “Why is the Veteran Important?”

FRIDAY, MAY 27 Tears for Fears 7:30 p.m.

Ak-Chin Pavilion 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix 602-254-7200

www.livenation.com $24–$399 The “Tipping Point” world tour.

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SAT URDAY, MAY 28 Arizona Paddlesports Education Course 8 a.m.–1 p.m.

Biscuit Tank at Ben Avery Shooting Facility 4044 W. Black Canyon Blvd., Phoenix 623-582-8313 www.register-ed.com/events/ view/177329 $15 A hands-on stand-up paddleboard class with instruction on what to do in an emergency situation.

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SAT URDAY, MAY 28– SUNDAY, MAY 29 Memorial Day Poppy Distribution Pitbull 8 p.m.

The Pool at Talking Stick Resort 9800 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale 480-850-7777 www.ticketmaster.com $139–$275 Ages 21 and up only.

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Anthem Veterans Memorial: Anthem Community Park 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy.

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Historic Downtown Prescott 117 W. Goodwin St., Prescott 928-445-2000 www.web.prescott.org Free admission Special holiday market featuring over 75 unique arts and crafts vendors and fair foods.

SAT URDAY, MAY 28 Jack White 8 p.m.

Arizona Federal Theatre 400 W. Washington St. Phoenix 602-379-2800 www.livenation.com $65–$115 The “Supply Chain Issues” tour.

Memorial Day Ceremony

Honoring the service and sacrifice of fallen veterans, hosted by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 12031, American Legion Post 128, Daisy Mountain Veterans and Anthem Community Council.

Lt. Colonel Tim Pasquarelli will deliver the keynote address. The ceremony also includes the POW/MIA table remembrance, the Voice of America winning speech, MTA outreach group musical performances, before a moment of silence to close out the ceremony. Parking is limited and attendees are encouraged to arrive early.

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Free Fantastic Fridays in the Park

BY CAITLIN COULTER

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The Very Secret Service kicks off Anthem’s Music in May Series on Friday, May 6.

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he annual Music in May series takes place this month in the Anthem Community Park. Grab a takeout dinner from a nearby restaurant or home, bring a blanket and chairs, enjoy the weather, hangout with the neighborhood and party to some diverse music from local Arizona bands.

Fridays, May 6–27 7–9 p.m.

Anthem Community Park Amphitheater 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem 623-742-6009 dpulido@anthemcouncil.com www.onlineatanthem.com/events/ music_in_may.php Free admission

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The Very Secret Service

The City Nights Band

Young Country

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A southwestern staple for country music covers, this longstanding band brings flair from other genres to get people out on the dance floor. Dessert/ice cream trucks on-site.

Favorite dance and rock hits from the ’70s to today performed by a group with dynamic personalities to bring this month of music to a close. Dessert/ice cream trucks on-site.

A modern top 40 cover band consisting of seasoned musicians who call the Valley home, including Grammy Awardwinning drummer Greg Jacks of the french pop group, Superbus.

This opening night features a variety of food trucks.

Top hits brought to life with big energy for a fun night to suit every taste of music, from the Beatles to Bruno Mars. Dessert/ ice cream trucks on-site.

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fun destination before temperatures start to climb is a drive out along the scenic Apache Trail to experience these four points of interest. Starting from Apache Junction, head northeast along Arizona State Route 88 (the official name for the Apache Trail).

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Lost Dutchman State Park Named after the

fabled Lost Dutchman Gold Mine, the park lies at the base of the iconic Superstition Mountains which serve as the backdrop to a number of scenic hiking trails. It’s also where those with more intense desires can hike up the Siphon Draw trail to the Flatiron and onward across the Ridgeline all the way to the Peralta Trailhead. The Flatiron hike is just under 6 miles round trip but involves a 2,900foot accumulated gain in elevation. The Superstition Ridgeline hike is an 11.5-mile one-way hike with a nearly 4,500-foot accumulated gain in elevation, and requires one to plan a shuttle ride

back from the other end.

These two hikes require some serious research and preparation and are probably best left to those who planned ahead and came prepared for that kind of an adventure, but the Siphon Draw trail is scenic even if one chooses not to take it quite that far. https://azstateparks.com/ lost-dutchman.

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Canyon Lake Further

along the Apache Trail, this lake is one of a series of lakes along the Salt River.

The Dolly Steamboat offers several different tours of the lake, including a 90-minute scenic nature cruise. Aside from the natural Tonto Natural Bridge isbeauty one of Arizona’s natural treasures. of the lake and the canyon

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G ETTING THERE

Canyon Lake Vista along the Apache Trail

PHOTOS BY ANDREAS SCHMALZ

Roosevelt Lake Bridge over Theodore Roosevelt Lake

Apache Trail

walls, there’s also the chance to see wildlife, such as desert bighorn sheep and various birds of prey. https://dollysteamboat. com.

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place that features the Superstition Restaurant & Saloon and the Tortilla Flat General Store and Ice Cream Shop—along with gift shops and attractions.

It can be very busy at times, so plan a little extra time if stopping here. https:// www.tortillaflataz.com.

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Views from atop the Flatiron at Lost Dutchman State Park

Tortilla Flat A lively little

Fish Hill Creek Overlook

If venturing further east, be advised that the pavement ends soon, and the road beyond can

be a bit rough. Once you reach the Tortilla Trailhead it’s just a little bit further to the overlook. There you will find a parking lot and a concrete walking path that leads to various scenic overlook points.

Unfortunately, due to the flooding that followed the 2019 Woodbury Fire, a landslide has closed off the road beyond the Fish Hill Creek Overlook

indefinitely, so that spot now becomes a turnaround point when traveling the Apache Trail in an easterly direction.

Heading back to Apache Junction from here, the chance to see everything one more time but in the opposite direction offers yet one more way to soak in the natural beauty that Arizona is known for.

Head south on I-17 to the AZ-101 Loop East and continue to AZ-101 Loop South. Take exit 51 to merge onto AZ-202 Loop East. Take exit 26 to East Brown Road.

Follow East Brown Road and West Lost Dutchman Boulevard to AZ88/Apache Trail.

Andreas Schmalz is a local Realtor® and an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys trail hiking, nature photography, and scenic drives throughout Arizona.

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Hohokam Ruins of Spur Cross

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Full Moon Hike through Spur Cross 7:30–9:30 p.m.

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Rock Art of Spur Cross 7–9 a.m.

Walk in the footsteps of the Hohokam people to a petroglyph site.

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Life Along the Creek 7–9:30 a.m.

Hike along the Dragonfly trail to view the plants and animals that live alongside the creek.

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Master-Planned Community Near Sonoran Preserve Pushes Forward New Changes Include Larger Lots, Buffer and Trail Access

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lans for Taylor Morrison’s proposed single-family masterplanned community near the Sonoran Preserve along Sonoran Desert Drive passed its first major hurdle when two City of Phoenix advisory committees greenlighted the land rezoning request by the developer, sending the project to the City’s Planning Commission for consideration.

The privately owned property near the popular Apache Wash Trailhead surrounded by State Trust Land requires approval of a zoning change with the City of Phoenix

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from S-1 (low density farm or residential uses) to PUD (Planned Unit Development). [See “Plans for Master Planned Community” Valley Vibe, February 2022.]

Plans for Verdin, first introduced as a 1,420-home development on a privately owned 473-acre parcel between the Sonoran Foothills Community and Cave Creek Road, has been met with some opposition from area residents and members of the Phoenix Mountains Preservation Council and a group named “Save our Sonoran Preserve” due to the project’s density and its impact on the recreational activities and wildlife in the Sonoran Preserve,

along with increased traffic in the area.

On the flip side, letters in support pointed out the density is reasonable for the area and the ability for the new development to provide much needed additional housing in the burgeoning area.

New Changes At its March meeting, the North Gateway Village Committee recommended approval “as is” without any additional conditions, but the builder’s legal representative, Susan Demmitt, of Gammage & Burnham presented a handful of revisions on behalf of the

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2. Elimination of small lot sizes. The small lot category previously allowed for some of the lot sizes to range as low as 3,000 square feet, which the developer deemed not an appropriate fit, Demmitt said.

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Be Heard Phoenix Planning Commission Hearing 6 p.m., May 5 Info on attending the meeting in person or virtually: www.phoenix.gov/cityclerk/publicmeetings/notices

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Ridgeline Academy to Move Upper Grades, Add Preschool

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s Anthem Preparatory Academy prepares for its move into its new 82,000-squarefoot campus under construction just north of Anthem in August, Ridgeline Academy, another area charter school, plans to move its growing middle and high school over to

the soon-to-be vacant campus in the Cross of Christ Church building currently leased by Anthem Prep.

Ridgeline Academy has been operating out of a

temporary campus along 41st Drive in Anthem for the last two years, which once served as the site of Caurus Academy’s high school and before that, Anthem Preparatory Academy. Much like the others, Ridgeline has grown its middle and upper grades, and with space at capacity, the move to the larger campus on the east side of Anthem near Daisy Mountain Drive and Gavilan Peak Parkway, comes at the right time.

Ridgeline plans to sublet the campus from Anthem Prep for the 2022-23 school

year, with a promise of two additional years to continue the lease, according to School Director Keven Barker.

The new campus will offer more space overall for its growing student body in grades 7–12, including better classroom space, a dedicated gymnasium/ drama and production space, a library, as well as outdoor space and a sports field, Barker said.

But Barker stressed the move is only a temporary one. “It’s a great place and better suited for (Continued on Page 25)

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education and a school, but it’s not our end goal,” he said. “We’re still searching for land to build our own permanent campus, preferably near our K-6 school, but given the current climate in commercial real estate, we’re trying to make sound fiscal decisions,” Barker added.

In addition to core classes, the high school offers honors and dual enrollment courses, foreign language, fine and performing arts, technology, forensics,

social sciences and more.

Sports offerings include football, volleyball, basketball, cross country, soccer, baseball, softball and track and field.

New Preschool/ Childcare Option The move also allows Ridgeline to utilize additional campus space in the new Anthem location to add its own preschool and childcare center, serving children ages

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he number of active real estate listings in March in the combined zip codes of 85085, 85086 & 85087 are up 7 percent over the same month last year.

Nationally, home sales were down 4.5 percent compared to a year ago, while locally, the number of sold listings decreased by 6 percent in a market where inventory is hovering right around a half month’s supply.

March 2022 Top 50 Home Sales 85085, 85086 & 85087 4,264 3,465 4,221 3,612 2,628 2,831 3,227 2,628 4,242 3,536 2,697 4,242 2,764 2,024 2,703 2,481 2,422 2,930 3,348 3,099 4,222 4,561 2,855 4,017 3,556 3,362 3,247 3,526 3,102 3,754 2,771 4,911 2,885 3,807 3,475 3,304 2,939 2,727 2,653 1,818 2,719 2,663 2,600 3,113 2,546 4,408 3,363 3,172 2,789 3,275

Beds 4 4 5 3 4 3 4 4 4 5 4 8 4 4 4 3 3 4 4 5 3 6 4 4 5 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 4 5 3 4 4 3 4 3 5 4 4 5 3 5 4 3 4 4

3.5 2.5 3.5 2.5 3 3.5 3.5 3 2.5 3 3.5 3.5 2.5 3 2 2.5 3 2.5 3 3 3.5 5.5 3.5 3.5 4.5 3.5 2.5 4 3.5 3.5 2.5 4.5 2.5 4 2.5 3.5 2.5 2.5 3 2 3 3 3.5 2.5 2.5 4 3 2.5 2.5 2.5

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85085

$303.71 $360.75 $284.29 $276.85 $323.44 $293.18 $255.65 $304.41 $188.35 $214.08 $278.08 $175.62 $264.11 $355.73 $263.74 $286.17 $293.15 $241.29 $209.08 $225.56 $349.95 $312.43 $455.34 $298.73 $337.45 $334.62 $334.92 $283.04 $318.34 $253.06 $342.83 $192.42 $322.36 $237.71 $256.12 $269.37 $289.89 $305.45 $301.55 $437.29 $286.87 $289.14 $276.54 $228.08 $274.94 $238.20 $240.86 $252.20 $274.29 $227.48

27.1% Months of Supply is up

14.0% Median Days on Market is down

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85086

$1,295,000 $1,250,000 $1,200,000 $1,000,000 $850,000 $830,000 $825,000 $800,000 $799,000 $757,000 $750,000 $745,000 $730,000 $720,000 $712,900 $710,000 $710,000 $707,000 $700,000 $699,000 $1,477,500 $1,425,000 $1,300,000 $1,200,000 $1,200,000 $1,125,000 $1,087,500 $998,000 $987,500 $950,000 $950,000 $945,000 $930,000 $905,000 $890,000 $890,000 $852,000 $832,964 $800,000 $795,000 $780,000 $770,000 $719,000 $710,000 $700,000 $1,050,000 $810,000 $800,000 $765,000 $745,000

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March 2020

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Sold Listings March 2022

March 2021

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March 2021

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85087

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1510 W Horsetail Trl, Phoenix 85085 1713 W Calle Marita, Phoenix 85085 31525 N 19th Ave, Phoenix 85085 32020 N 19th Ln, Phoenix 85085 25915 N 19th Dr, Phoenix 85085 2027 W Andalusian Trl, Phoenix 85085 1665 W Blaylock Dr, Phoenix 85085 2053 W Trotter Trl, Phoenix 85085 2414 W Horsetail Trl, Phoenix 85085 2522 W Brisa Dr, Phoenix 85085 1933 W Black Hill Rd, Phoenix 85085 2406 W Sienna Bouquet Pl, Phoenix 85085 3030 W Woburn Ln, Phoenix 85085 27929 N 19th Dr, Phoenix 85085 2030 W Duane Ln, Phoenix 85085 25324 N 20th Ave, Phoenix 85085 2934 W Night Owl Ln, Phoenix 85085 2213 W Gambit Trl, Phoenix 85085 2405 W Barbie Ln, Phoenix 85085 2431 W Yahoo Trl, Phoenix 85085 38850 N 11th Ave, Phoenix 85086 42013 N Congressional Dr, Anthem 85086 36407 N 31st Ave, Desert Hills 85086 42317 N Bradon Ct, Phoenix 85086 1554 W Laurel Greens Ct, Phoenix 85086 1415 W Irvine Rd, Phoenix 85086 37339 N 16th St, Desert Hills 85086 37207 N 15th Ave, Phoenix 85086 1918 W Medinah Ct, Anthem 85086 40012 N Majesty Trl, Anthem 85086 39213 N 25th Ave, Phoenix 85086 3533 W Hidden Mountain Ct, Anthem 85086 20 W Montello Rd, Phoenix 85086 2827 W Adventure Dr, Anthem 85086 42410 N Harbour Town Ct, Anthem 85086 1547 W Laurel Greens Ct, Phoenix 85086 2923 W Adventure Dr, Anthem 85086 1006 E Desert Hills Dr Lot 1, Phoenix 85086 2907 W Irvine Rd, Phoenix 85086 38404 N 3rd Ave, Phoenix 85086 39817 N 3rd St, Phoenix 85086 2239 W St Exupery Ct, Phoenix 85086 386xx N 7th Ave, Phoenix 85086 2602 W Cavalry Dr, Phoenix 85086 1613 W Ainsworth Dr, Phoenix 85086 4913 W Magellan Dr, Anthem 85087 43906 N 47th Dr, New River 85087 226 W Blue Wash Rd, New River 85087 43519 N 14th St, New River 85087 43702 N 49th Ln, New River 85087

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HOME SERVICES Appliance Pros

602.501.5501 ApplianceProsAZ.com

anthem local business directory

Ironman Pool Service, LLC

Alex Fleshman ROC# 300411 623.221.5011 IronmanPools.com

Legends Garage Door

John LaBounty, GM ROC# 264825 623.466.3699 office@legendsgaragedoor.com www.legendsgaragedoor.com

2022 Directory PBA’s mission is to work together to increase each other’s businesses and to give back to the community that has helped our businesses grow. PBA is a business-networking group founded in 2002 by area business leaders.

We also believe in giving back to our community by way of community service projects and fundraisers for local charities. Our focus in these activities is to help the area children and schools.

Since its inception, the PBA has a growing membership. We provide a referral base to each other and, in turn, to our customers by being able to direct them to other high-quality area merchants and service providers whom we can personally recommend.

emergency contacts: poison control: 1.800.222.1222 animal control: 602.506.7387 non emergency daisy mountain fire department: 623.465.7400 non emergency maricopa county sheriff’s office: 602.876.1011

Liberty Plumbing and Solar

ROC#188630 623.551.9156 LibertyPlumbingandSolar.com

Precise Pest Solutions

David Coleman Lic#9241 602.487.7312 PrecisePestSolutions.com

Rain Man Roofing

Mark Hughes ROC#268230 623.670.2835 RainManRoofing.com

EST Enterprises

Weed Control OPM#5152 623.742.6923 ESTentinc.com

ProSkill Services

Air Conditioning Services - ROC#276901 623.551.7473 ProSkillServices.com

Northwest Builders Service

Bobby Keogh ROC#262073 Home Repair, Drywall, Painting & Punch List - 602.803.5914

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North Valley Custom Hauling: Darn Junk

Appliance & Furniture Disposal, Junk Removal 623.469.5623 www.northvalleycustomhauling. com

North Valley Water Solutions

Water Treatment & Water Heaters 623.551.5952 - ROC# 323874 NorthValleyWaterSolutions.com

Carpets

by Randy

Randy Posusta Carpet/Tile & Cleaning/Repair 602.757.2277 carpetsbyrandy.com

Double D Services Inc

Painting 602.799.0679 DoubleDServices.com

Lamberti Landscaping Chris Lamberti 623.210.9997

First Stop Flooring

Ken Fuchs/Dan Jones ROC#323255 480.243.0226 - 623.252.8289 www.firststopflooring.com

Home Theater PlusAudio/ Video Sales & Installation

Jon Yorkis 623.853.6445 Hometheaterplus.tv

Super J Remodeling

Home Remodeling Services - ROC#224290 623.210.5692

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Desert Rose Detailing Lisa Pancia 623.252.3376

Litt Window Cleaning Brett Litt 480.708.8297

RESTAURANT SERVICES Legends Bar and Grill Heather Boop 623.551.9525 legendsanthem.com

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES Wilhelm Automotive

Chris Seeley Facility Manager 623.551.7474 www.wilhelmautomotive.com

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Realty Executives

Real Estate Dick Testell - 480.227.6578

Solv It

Computers & Networking 623.551.8881 Solvit-Solutions.com

Country Financial

Matthew Word Financial Services 623.203.1218 representatives.countryfinancial.com/ matt.word

The Carroll Law Firm James J. Carroll, III 623.551.9366 AnthemLawFirm.com

Fox Designs Studio Dave Fox 602.688.7588 FoxDesignsStudio.com

Work Hard Play Hard Apparel & Promo Products 480.825.1952 WHPHMarketing.com

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTINUED

State Farm Insurance Agent

Justin R. Simons 623.551.3700 JustinSimons.com

Anthem Values

Mark Hoaglund 651.262.4115 Mark@MyAZValues.com MyAZValues.com

Freeman Income Tax Service

Kerry Freeman, EA 623.518.2157 FreemanIncomeTaxService.com

Future Financial, Inc

Steve Moss - Mortgages Lic#MB0904807 623.551.4734, FutureFi.com

Liberty Landscapes LLC

Build / Design Services 623.223.9682 LibertyLandscapesAZ.com

Tutor Pro

Eleni Tucker 623.206.1284

RETAIL SERVICES Andrew Z Diamonds

Jewelry Sales & Repair 623.551.6892 AndrewZDiamonds.com

Hair-n-Dipity Salon & Spa

Rochelle Decker 623.551.0161 HairnDipitySalon.com

Box Drop Anthem: Mattress Clearance Center

Cody Oas - 480.404.4458 boxdropanthem.com

HEALTH SERVICES Arizona Healing Alternatives, LLC

Heather Wen 623.680.3399 ArizonaHealing.org

Anthem Senior Homes

Sam Ile - Assisted Living 602.909.9550

OSR Physical Therapy

623.551.9706 OSRPhysicalTherapy.com

North Valley Family Dentistry

Dr. Cameron Kastl 623.551.9200 myanthemdentist.com

Kemper Health: Steve Savino

Licensed Agent 480.236.2899 ssavino11@hotmail.com

The Salt Spa

Sawana Grimmett LMT/Owner 623.551.0161 Booking: www.SaltSpaAZ.com

Your Health District LLC

Family Practice & Med Spa 623-748-9106 YourHealthDistrict.com

The PBA meets every Tuesday at 7:00 a.m. at the Anthem Civic

Building. Guests are always welcome.

Meetings located at

3701 W. Anthem Way.

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