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SCOTTSDALE | W H AT ’ S INSIDE PA R A D I S E VA L L E Y | NORTHEAST PHOENIX | CAVE CREEK AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES Domestic violence does not discriminate. It does not respect age. BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT Hansen Mortuaries Page 6 Give Us Your Best Shot! Enter The 2009 CST Photo Contest Page 31 The Spring Butterfly Exhibit opens this month at Desert Botanical Garden. Arts & Entertainment Page 23 for details Portrait of a Victim of Late Life Domestic Violence • Has difficulty admitting that domestic violence is a problem • Believes that her needs are not as important as her family’s • Has cultural or religious views that affect decisions about marriage and family • Believes marriage is “for better or worse,” and that divorce or life away from her husband isn’t possible • Is concerned about what others will think if they find out that she’s a battered wife • Would be embarrassed, or feel like a failure, for seeking help for an abuse problem • Fears that leaving home will put her in a vulnerable status • Is financially dependent on her spouse Photo by Adam Rodriguez Especially when it comes to seniors. Elder abuse continues to be an under reported crime, and the numbers are rising. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse, elder abuse is a term referring to any knowing, intentional or negligent act by a caregiver or any other person that causes harm or a serious risk of harm to a vulnerable adult. As with other domestic violence, it is about power and control. It is never to be confused with love, caring or respect. It is physical harm, but it can include emotional and verbal abuse. The DOVES Program Serving Seniors In Crisis By Marie Stephens As a landmark program in the Valley, in connection with the Area on Aging serving victims of late-life domestic violence and elder abuse, the DOVES Program was developed to provide an elder refuge, assisting older victims of abuse in attempting to protect themselves and leave their abusers. This innovative program assists older victims of abuse regain their well-being and independence by providing them with safe, affordable housing and critical support services to help them overcome emotional trauma and become self-sufficient. See Elder Abuse, on page 31 MARCH 2009 Carefree Fine Art and Wine Festival Enjoy a spectacular gathering of artists at the Carefree Fine Art and Wine Festival, March 6-8 at the Carefree Town Center Amphitheater, located at 101 Easy Street. Over 160 artists and art collectors from all over the country and abroad will showcase their works. The streets of downtown Mission Bells, Joanne L. Gallery See Profile, on page 21 Carefree are closed, making room for artists with more than 5,000 original masterpieces of fine art. Subjects range from Southwest and traditional, to contemporary and abstract, floral, wildlife, European, African and Native American. Friday free admission. $2 Saturday and Sunday. Wine tasting $10. For more information, visit thunderbirdartists.com. THIS MONTH NEXT MONTH Business Spotlight ~ Urban Kidz You Don’t Have To Call In Sick. You have a choice – Evening, Saturday and Same Day Appointments Deciding whether you should take a day off may affect more than just you. Parkway Medical Family & Urgent Care is available for Evening, Saturday and Same Day Appointments. Our commitment is to you – The Right Care at the Right Place at the Right Time. PARKWAY MEDICAL Laser & Skin Centre 2 ◆ Botox® & Restylane® ◆ Juvéderm™ and Juvéderm™ Ultra Plus ◆ Acne & Rosacea Treatments ◆ Sun Damage Corrrection ◆ Thermage® & Body by Thermage® ◆ Laser Hair Reduction 480.348.3245 3.09 ParkwaySkinCenter.com Life Happens. We Fix It. 6565 East Greenway Parkway Suites 100 & 102 Scotttsdale, Aizona 85254 ™ Family & Urgent Care ◆ Same-day Appointments ◆ Evening & Saturday Hours ◆ On-site Lab & X-Ray ◆ Medical Acupuncture ◆ Hypnotherapy ◆ Bone Density Scans 480.348.3200 ParkwayMedical.com 3 3.09 4 3.09 Publisher Hope H. Ozer EDITOR’S PICKS Executive Editor Marie Stephens Managing Editor Kathryn M. Morgan Copy Editor Courtney Ozer DeCristofaro Creative Director Jenifer Lee Columnists Stephen Cohen, O.D. Cathy Droz Barbara Kaplan Rabbi Robert Kravitz Susan Luffey David Malsch Bronwyn Marmo Tom Murray Frances Mills-Yerger, Ph.D. Mr. Modem Bonnie Moehle Phoenix City Councilwoman Peggy Neely James Roberts Steven P. Timmons Pastor Paul Witkop Bill Zervakos Contributors Tina Celle Brent Ledet Dr. Debbi Burdick Leni Reiss Assistant to the Publisher Darlene Keberle Account Representatives Bob Hesselgesser Tracy Johnson Susan Pine Bulk Distribution Louis Flaim Sharon Madsen #413 10645 N. Tatum Blvd., Suite 200 Phoenix, AZ 85028 Phone: 480.922.8732 • Fax: 480.922.8731 E-mail: info@CITYSunTimes.com On the web: CITYSunTimes.com CITYSunTimes is a complimentary publication with a total 32,000 circulation serving the Northeast Valley. It is delivered to more than 24,000 area homes and available for free pick-up at over 200 businesses. Editorial deadline: The first of the month preceding publication. Submit materials to news@CITYSunTimes.com. Advertising deadline: The 15th of the month preceding publication. Submit materials to advertise@CITYSunTimes.com. Corrections: Submit via e-mail corrections@CITYSunTimes.com. Water. It is something that we tend to take for granted – even living in a desert we do not always think about where it is coming from. Just don’t tell that to the farmers in California, who last month were under threat of the water being turned off to help ease that state’s drought situation. I read recently about International World Water Day (unwater.org/worldwaterday). Since its inception by the United Nations in 1993, it has been held every year on March 22 “as a means of focusing attention on the importance of freshwater and advocating for the sustainable management of freshwater resources.” This got me thinking about some of the attributes of water – how it slakes thirst; how a body of water ripples; how it changes a landscape; and how it cools and refreshes. Then – after I got a drink of cool water – I thought about how many water attributes relate to our March issue. For instance, if you find yourself with a thirst for fine wine and a hunger for gourmet food, let us introduce you to the West of Western Culinary Festival, as well as some of our favorite dining spots around town in Food & Wine. In Community and Inspiration, we hope that you will be stirred to action by some of the stories of the generous and insightful people and the thought-provoking editorial we highlight in these sections – just one ripple can set off a tidal wave of good deeds. For editorial and advertising guidelines and standards, visit us online at CITYSunTimes.com. Published by TheTatumSunTimes, LLC, monthly. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without the express written permission of the publisher. All My Best, Kathryn Kathryn M. Morgan Managing Editor kathryn@CITYSunTimes.com CITYLIFE CITYBUSINESS DESTINATIONS ...24 ...6 ...10 Publisher’s Pen COMMUNITY ...11 ...22 Discover Your Inner Irish HEALTH & WELLNESS ...25 CITYCLASSIFIEDS ...26 5 Forever Families to Subscriptions by Mail: $40/year. Remit to “Subscriptions” at CITYSunTimes. Looking ahead to summer vacation, we have put together our annual list of summer camps in Youth & Education. A good summer program can change the landscape of your child’s world with life-long skills, friends and memories. Another highlight this month is for kids and adults alike, as we invite you to cool off in some of the great destinations around our state. We have put together some ideas for a Spring Break Road Trip in Destinations. Another attribute of water is reflection, and we are once again asking for your photographic reflections on our great state and the Valley in our 2009 Give Us Your Best Shot Photo Contest. See Parting Shot for all of the details. I leave you this month with a quote from Albert Szent-Gyorgyi: “Water is life’s mater and matrix, mother and medium. There is no life without water.” So drink up, and until next month, INSIDE THIS ISSUE CITYVIEWS INDEX This Drink Is On Me YOUTH & EDUCATION ...15 FOOD & WINE ...19 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ...20 Around Town – Madeline Peyroux CITYSERVICES ...27 INSPIRATION ...28 CITYPETS ...30 PARTING SHOT ...31 3.09 CITYBUSINESS Name: Craig Hansen Business: Hansen Mortuaries, Crematorium and Memorial Park Addresses: Hansen Chapel, 8314 North 7th Street Phoenix, 602.944.1561; Desert Hills Mortuary and Memorial Park, 6500 East Bell Road, Scottsdale, 480.991.5800. Nature of business: According to family spokesperson Craig Hansen, “We are funeral professionals serving all faiths and all cultures by caring for loved ones and their families at the time of death.” The facility earned Funeral Home of the Year honors in 2006 and 2007 from the Arizona Funeral Directors Association. How is your business unique? “What distinguishes us is the quality of our services and the quality of our facilities,” Hansen says. “We typically are dealing with people 6 3.09 BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT / BY LENI REISS Celebrating Life Memorializing Loved Ones who are experiencing emotional upheavals and our goal is to make them as comfortable as possible.” The funeral home houses office space, a memorial park, mausoleum, crematorium, gardens and a chapel. The Solace Atrium features sealed glass cases that contain and display urns along with memorabilia. Funerals can be customized and staff members encourage families to craft personalized memorialization to reflect the lifestyle of the deceased. For example, Hansen says, “We have created a campsite and a casino, and incorporated jet skis, motorcycles – even an armored truck.” He finds that “Love, honor and respect translate differently for each family we serve.” grief education and support program. “Six Simple Weeks” is a small, professionally led group program that includes support, conversation and exercises to offer insight into the grief process. Additional services: “Hand in Hand” is a Hansen-sponsored community Tell us a bit about yourself: A second generation native Phoenician, Photo by Tina Celle Hansen grew up in the Sunnyslope area. He and his three siblings attended Sunnyslope High School, are Northern Arizona University graduates and all are involved in the family business, founded by their parents in 1949. A past president of the John C. Lincoln Hospital Desert Mission, Hansen currently serves as president of A Stepping Stone Foundation. What do you do in your spare time? Hansen has been an observer of desert wildlife since earliest childhood, and he especially enjoys bird watching, often taking his grandchildren along. “Birds are diverse and fascinating,” he finds, “and their songs remind us of how precious life is.” What is your most treasured possession? “My personal treasures are photo journals of my travels.” For additional information, visit hansenmortuary.com. | CST The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) selected Jennifer Kaplan, co-founder and owner of PRIME 3, LLC, as the 2009 recipient of the prestigious Bronze Sierra Award for her commitment and dedication to the Foundation. This year’s honor was awarded during the Sixth Annual Wine and 65 Roses Gala at the Montelucia Resort and Spa. For more information, visit cff.org or prime-3.com, or call 602.685.1103. CITYBUSINESS BIZ BUZZ Cab Fleet Reaches Green Milestone On Earth Day 2008, Discount Cab, Phoenix’s largest taxi service, announced its “Green Cabs for Blue Skies” campaign with the addition of 20 Toyota Prius taxis to its fleet of vehicles. Today, the fleet includes 75 Toyota Prius taxis making it the largest Prius hybrid fleet in the country, according to the Taxicab, Limousine and Paratransit Association. “We exceeded our goal of 70 hybrids before the end of the year and accomplished this feat in a non-regulated, non-mandated environment,” says Craig Hughes, CEO of Total Transit, Discount Cab’s parent company. Painted in the bright lime green that’s made Discount Cab a staple on Valley streets, the fleet uses less gas, improves the Valley’s air quality and has been embraced by drivers and customers who widely support the effort. For information, call 602.200. 5500 or visit discountcab.com. 7 3.09 CITYBUSINESS 8 3.09 Chamber Announces 2009 Board Of Directors NORTHEAST VALLEY BusinessNetworking Bill Insurance; and Ex Officio Director Burnsed, owner of Carefree Golf; Dr. Debbi Burdick, superintendent their terms are Chairman of the Director of its 2009 Board of Directors, which Board Linda Markham, agency loan officer of Shelter Mortgage; includes four new members: Frank owner of Allstate Insurance; Chair Larry Wilson, financial services Ashmore, of Elect Marie Vale, co-owner of representative Carefree Resort & Villas; Robert the Harold’s Cave Creek Corral; Gabrick, owner of Carefree Station Secretary Karen Cimaglia, owner Grill & Bar; Kathy King, co-owner of of Laura Noah Kendrick, financial advisor McCormack, co-owner of Vino 100. for Edward Jones Investments; The Carefree-Cave Chamber of Commerce announced general Saguaro Grille; manager and Board Creek The members Car Source; continuing Treasurer Immediate Past Jackie of Chair Dean, State senior Farm the Cave Creek Unified School District. For information, call 480.488.3381 or visit carefreecavecreek.org. If you haven’t had a chance to check out the Northeast Valley’s newest urban neighborhood to live, work, dine and shop, there’s no time Sip and Savor CityCenter Life! By Jen Sorlie like Spring time to get Happy on High Street with the exciting new line-up of offers Happy Hour Monday-Friday from 3-6:30pm. Details: 480.563.7788; to Happy Hour promotions at CityCenter 3-7pm, 11am-10pm, daily. click “Shop & Dine” and “Directory of of CityNorth®. Reverse Happy Hour from 9-11pm and for the night owls, Satisfy your sweet tooth at Blue Martini offers Happy Hour Monday-Thursday and 10pm-12am Mojo Yogurt. March’s flavor of the seven days a week from 4-7pm, on Friday and Saturday. Half price month is Pomegranate-Tart with fresh featuring beverages from $3 with the appetizers and drink specials. Details: spring berries as a topping option. entire food menu at half price. Details: 480.289.5707; 11am-11pm, daily. Details: Get your “buzz” on with Press 480.638.2583; 4pm-2am, daily. 480.585.0339; offered Monday-Friday from 4-7pm, is offered every Tuesday-Thursday Joining High Street soon is 25 features half price selected appetizers, from 5-8pm where all wines are $6 per Degrees, a new twist on the local burger discounted prices on hand crafted glass. And for dog lovers “Yappy Hour” joint; cocktails and world class wines, and $2 offers every dog a complimentary Visit our newest shops, Ann Taylor off all beers, complete with live music treat after 4pm. Details: 480.419.6221; LOFT every night beginning at 6pm. Details: Monday-Saturday opened in February! 480.347.1313; Monday-Friday 4-10pm, Sunday 6:30am-6pm. “Prime Saturday 4-11pm, Sunday 4-9pm. An Arizona favorite, Kona Grill Saito’s Japanese 6:30am-9pm, Stores and Restaurants” for a complete store directory. Monday- Coffee Food Wine! Weekly “Press Hour” Prime’s and Thursday 11am-10pm, Friday-Sunday Hour” Ocean citycenterofcitynorth.com CITYBUSINESS Special Advertising Feature 11am-11pm. 25degreesrestaurant.com. and Sunglass Hut, which Steakhouse CityCenter of CityNorth® is located hosts Happy Hour seven days a week off the Loop-101 at 56th Street and Deer Valley Drive. Call 480.355.0202 for more information. Stay in the know by registering for our e-newsletter! Sign MORE BIZ BUZZ up by e-mailing citynorthsalesgallery@ related.com with your request or go Proprietors Mark and Teri Griffis have announced the opening of their new Water’s Edge – The Art of Water gallery. Water sculptures created by Water’s Edge combine the tranquil properties of artistic design and the visual and auditory beauty of rippling water to enhance the home, workplace or public plaza. Water’s Edge – The Art of Water is located at 16597 North 92nd Street, Suite A-109 in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.585.4700 or visit watersedgeart.com. 9 3.09 CITYVIEWS Do you remember a Carol Burnett copies of CITYSunTimes and handed shtick years ago similar to this? I muster all them to the bored people around me. No of my self control to not comment on how telling where we’ll find new advertisers! ridiculous this is. I am biting the inside of my cheek. The absurdity tickles me. There is no verbal communication. She extends her open hand. I assume she’s not going to shake mine. I present the form. That’s what she wanted alright. Publisher’s Pen Dear Readers, Pointer.” Time passes. “Now serving A032 at Window 2.” Jackpot! Feels like a game show. She glances at it. She points to a grey I am greeted by a pleasant young haired lady at the next station in the circle. man at Window Number 2. He is wearing “She’ll do the vision test.” a black T-Shirt with a huge logo embla- That is our entire interface. zoned across his chest with the words The vision test lady already has an “Black Flag Damaged.” applicant at her station. Not one to waste “What’s Black Flag Damaged?” I ask. Motor Vehicles! It is always a “trip”! Sorry. time, I duck into the ladies room opposite “It’s a hardcore punk band.” Alrighty then. Couldn’t resist. her station to check hair and make-up. This takes “business casual” to a whole My time had come. My “you can have Hey, this photo has to last me five years other level. it forever until your 65th birthday” driver’s – and the face I have today is the best it’s He asks for my current driver’s license license was up for renewal. Turning 65 gonna be. I’m out in less than five minutes. and another form of I.D. The first thing not only makes one eligible for Medicare, Grey haired lady is gone. my hand pulls from my wallet is my “get your eyes checked (and vital signs?) to renew your license every five years.” I just love being special. Should I request her whereabouts from “The Pointer”? Not a good idea. Grey haired lady returns. She is cordial. She is kind. She smiles. I am I arrive at the DMV at 1:10pm on instructed into the goggle-like apparatus this particular Tuesday. There is no line. for the eye test. “Read line B, please.” She WOW! said “please”! “Now tell me which lights Right up to the counter I march. A you see.” “Left. Right. Left. Right.” lady with short dark hair stands behind “Now you can remove your head from the desk of a circular work station at a our medieval torture device.” A sense of computer monitor. She says nothing, humor, too! “I’m here to renew my driver’s license. I have the form completed.” I am given my number as in a bakery. “Now serving C238 at Window 17. to her right to the next monitor. That monitor is aligned with ropes where the computerized voice announces. the routine and alleviate the state deficit. This is gonna be a long day. Hmmm. I wonder if the Governor would I enter the non-line line. She takes consider that. “Yes?” she queries. • • • • • • Complete Balance Fido’s Funhouse PVUSD Trade Show Source US Vision Villa La Paws work.” “Now that doesn’t sound like a good idea to me.” “Oh, not to worry. We never get mad. It’s the public that get’s mad.” Oh. Then he runs out of staples. “Step to the line over there and wait to No waiting – new license. I’m out of As I exit, a long queue awaits their first encounter with “The Pointer.” Timing is everything. It’s like Vegas. They could add Keno to I am to approach her there. station. Casual guy says, “I wish I could carry at WELCOME BACK ADVERTISERS there in record time. I sit. I wait. Now serving J588 at Window 24,” the two steps to her right relocating to that Concealed Weapons Permit. Business • America’s Home and Garden Expo Center • Arizona Skin Care Physicians, PLC • Dilly’s Deli • Evergreen EarthCare • Home Sweet Home Cleaning Services • National Property Services, Inc. • Oasis Community Church • Paradise Valley Dental • Traaen & Associates • Word of Mouth Cookie Co. be called for your picture.” Without uttering a word she points queue would form if there was a queue. Warmest Regards, I am armed with catch up reading materials – enough to initiate a hernia. I should have brought in a few hundred LETTER TO THE PUBLISHER 3.09 has already said more to me than “The I do so love to visit the Department of it enters you into the special category of 10 I pay close attention to the voice. It WELCOME NEW ADVERTISERS I can certainly relate to your thoughts [Publisher’s Pen, January 2009] on the weird “Catch 22” in which a lot of us find ourselves today as we attempt to untangle the Gordian knot of the physician/pharmacist/insurance company triangle in our own personal attempts to remain healthy. Only because of your energy and determination could you have possibly achieved so much in the “brief” period during which you made all the phone calls, conducted a lot of research and generally asserted yourself. It would have taken more timid souls much longer – especially if they were not armed with a computer, some medical knowledge, phone smarts and unrelenting energy. Believe me. I’ve been there. And saddled with unremitting high blood pressure. For over 5 years. Despite a Hope H. Ozer Publisher wonderfully capable cardiologist, wonderful nurse practioners and knowledgeable pharmacists, I am still faced with many of the same dilemmas you mention. I’ve simply given up contacting my insurance companies – how in the world did you contact yours so quickly? I can also understand trying to avoid the worst of the ever-present drastic side effects; the financial waste of discarding ineffective pills; acting as a guinea pig for new drug offerings; and in my particular case, also being unable to easily swallow pills anyway (due to having the autoimmune disease Sjogren’s Syndrome), it’s been no picnic around here either. So I really understand. Hang in there. We are fortunate to have access to so many wonderful professionals. It just seems more difficult to obtain straight answers from them quickly. – Wink Blair, Scottsdale 32,000 Circulation. Direct Delivery to 24,000 homes in the Northeast Valley PLUS an additional 8,000 available for free pick up at more than 200 local businesses in Paradise Valley, North Scottsdale, Northeast Phoenix, Carefree and Cave Creek. CITYSunTimes.com NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS Carefree/Cave Creek Farmers Market Discover downtown Carefree at the Carefree Farmers’ Market, presented by the Arizona Community Farmers’ Market Group on Fridays from 9am-2pm. The farmers and food market specializes in the fine flavors of the Southwest. Some of the items sold at the market are locally grown produce, pesticide free, organically grown, freshly baked artisan and whole grain breads. There are salsas, jams, pickles, olives, Mediterranean foods, range-fed beef, sustainably caught wild salmon and tuna and other delicacies. Visit arizonafarmersmarkets.com for more information. Local Student Takes Award Ciara Petronzio, a sixth-grade student at Desert Arroyo Middle School, has been named one of the state’s top two youth volunteers in the 14th Annual Prudential Spirit of Community nationwide young Awards. program people for It’s a Paradise Valley outstanding service. Ciara will receive $1,000 award, an engraved silver medallion and a trip to Washington, D.C. for special recognition events in early May. Only 102 young people nationwide receive this honor. Neighbors Helping Neighbors The Foothills Caring Corps annual fundraiser will be held on March 21 from 2-6pm at the Carefree Town Center Amphitheatre on Easy Street. The festival will include the Taste of the Foothills, with wine Caring on March 7 at 6pm with a silent auction, followed by dinner, dancing and a live auction. The event COMMUNITY will be held at The Ritz Carlton in Phoenix. Funds raised from the event will help support Assistance League Lynn Urschel, of philanthropic life and fundraise in her honor programs. The co-chairwomen of to further develop treatments and this year’s event are June Sheehan drugs for those diagnosed with a and Kathy Fiss. The Caribbean theme blood cancer. For more information, is Flip Flops and Finery. For more visit celebritymartini.com. Phoenix’s five to celebrate her information, call 602.944.7636. Republican Women’s Luncheon The Paradise Valley Republican Women’s Club will hold its general meeting on March 13 at Gainey Ranch Golf Club, located at 7600 East Gainey Club Drive in Scottsdale. The guest speaker is Arizona State Treasurer Dean Martin. It begins with a 10:30am social. The luncheon begins at noon. $25 per person. For information, call 480.945.1490. Musicians From Marlboro A touring extension of the renowned Marlboro Music Festival in Vermont brings the Musicians From Marlboro to Camelback Bible Church in Paradise Valley on March 7. The group consists of leading musicians from the United States and many foreign countries. Both young professionals and mature artists come to the tiny town of Marlboro each year to exchange ideas and explore together in depth the vast repertoire of chamber music. Tickets are $30. For information, call 602.252.0095 or visit phoenixchambermusicsociety.org. Scottsdale All-State Choir Festival The Wednesday Wine Tastings Lon’s at the Hermosa will be holding Wednesday’s Wine & Tapas from 5-7pm each Wednesday. Taste flights of wine hand-selected by the sommelier from Lon’s Wine Spectator award-winning cellar. Tapas pairings available from $8. For information, call 602.955.7878 or visit lons.com. Arizona All-State Mesquite High School, with high school students from all across part of this elite ensemble. Out of the 500 high school students who auditioned, Local Residents Place First In Championship only 44 students were chosen for the group, and 26 of them were from Horizon High School. The students worked with nationally known choral director Paul Gulsvig and choreographer Marty DeMott for three days to details did the and an performance the students outstanding Congratulations to job. the Horizon choir department, director Kathrine Kouns and all participating students. Casino Night Benefit A Celebrity Leukemia Martini & Lymphoma Society will be held March 7, from 6-9pm at Devil’s Martini Philanthropic Fundraiser Assistance League of Phoenix will hold the 38th Celebration of Now This Is FUNdraising! The 2009 Wine, Women & Jazz event is set for April 25 from 4-6:30pm at the Arizona Culinary Institute located at 10585 North 116th Street in Scottsdale. Tickets are $55, $65 at the door. Dress for the event is business casual. All proceeds generated from this event will benefit the Arizona Women’s Partnership, Inc. Guests will enjoy fine wine, delicious hors d’oeuvres and desserts, along with great jazz featuring Blaise Lantana, Delphine Cortez and Margo Reed. For ticket reservations, call 602.863.9744 or visit azwp.org. Arizona auditioning to be Casino Night to benefit the Phoenix Show Choir Festival was recently held at finalize recognizing community a and delicious samples from local restaurants, “Elvis” in concert at 3pm by tribute artist Charlie Franks, 40 specially selected artists and retailers and live auction at 5pm with four chances to win $5,000. Drawing at 5:30pm. For information, visit foothillscaringcorps.com. North (corner of Scottsdale and Shea). It will be held in memory of Alisa The multi-generational Team CBF (Complete Balance Fitness) was awarded several titles at the recent Natural Athlete Strength Association AZ Powerlifting Championships. Individually, team members were awarded 11 first place titles and set 14 Arizona State records. Team members (ages) in the front are: Frank Rader (54), Madonna Cooper (49) and team mascot Shayna Bickel (12). Behind them are Mike Salley (18), Lisa Bickel (43), team Trainer/Coach David Bickel (44), CST Publisher Hope Ozer (64) and Rae Rader (54). The team won First Place in Combined Powerlifting. 11 3.09 COMMUNITY 12 3.09 Starlene flips through the colorful pages of an entertainment magazine in search of the perfect pattern for her butterfly cutout. “Creating art projects from scraps is my favorite thing to do,” the 10-year-old says from an activity area at the Arizona Museum for Youth in Mesa. And with marker in hand, Starlene carefully stencils her butterfly’s outline. “She takes pride in finding entertainment through other vehicles besides toys or video games,” says Starlene’s case manager, Rebecca. “Starlene can entertain herself both inside and outside. She loves crafts and scrap booking.” She’s also in search of an adoptive family with the ability to devote a lot of attention to her. “I would like to have a mom and dad,” she says. “They have to be happy and love animals. Older brothers and sisters would be nice. Brothers would be better than girls, because girls fight too much. I don’t want to be an only child because I’ve already done that.” Starlene is a fifth-grader and already knows what she wants to do when she grows up. “I want to be an animal rescue person,” she says. “I want to be able to take animals out of dangerous situations and deliver them to safe homes.” FOREVER FAMILIES / BY BRENT LEDET Aid to Adoption of Special Kids Starlene is an animated, imaginative fifth-grader who loves animals, crafts and scrap booking. She demonstrates her love for animals every summer when she captures and “rescues” lizards from the Arizona sun. “You have to be fast to catch them,” she says. “I have a cage and I feed them crickets from the pet shop.” As Starlene puts the finishing touches on her butterfly cutout, her case manager draws comparisons between the young girl and a real butterfly. “Starlene has so many beautiful qualities waiting to be shared with a loving family,” Rebecca says. “She needs a caring home where she can be the animated, precious, imaginative and curious young girl.” For more information about adopting children like Starlene, contact Aid to Adoption of Special Kids at 602.930.4900 or visit aask-az.org. It All Starts In Your Community After making many difficult Volunteers contribute in very cuts to our municipal budget, large and meaningful ways. They many services and programs that may clean up a neglected alley, paint residents use have been eliminated over graffiti, mentor youth or help or reduced. It’s been a challenging staff our libraries and vibrant senior time for City leadership and resi- and community centers. These dents alike. No one likes to see individual actions have the power COMMUNITY UPDATE DISTRICT TWO to change our world. And it all starts in your community. CITY COUNCLEWOMAN PEGGY NEELY Phoenix The best aspect about volunteerism is that opportunities are always available and open to everyone. You can find volunteer opportunities by City depart- services impacted in ways that ment by visiting the City’s website: diminishes the quality of life of our phoenix.gov/menurescomvolhelp.html. residents and neighborhoods. And You also can call my office at once our economy gets on track, 602.262.7445 for more information we will work diligently to restore as on volunteer opportunities. Find many needed services as we can. an activity you enjoy, and if we However, a positive way to all pitch in, the results will make enhance our communities and the City of Phoenix an even better enrich our own experiences is to place to live. take an active role. I would like to encourage you to volunteer Phoenix for our City’s services, join your Peggy Neely represents District 2, neighborhood City Councilwoman association/board which includes most of Northeast or start a block watch group. Phoenix. She can be reached at Now more than ever, we need 602.262.7445 or through e-mail at everyone’s help. council.district.2@phoenix.gov. 13 3.09 COMMUNITY FAITH, HOPE & CHARITIES You Don’t Want To Miss This! What is your idea of happiness? Being a father of five years, to a child that resembles me – seeing his life through a younger version of me. On March 15, Drama Queens on the Green will present a theatrical three-act fashion show and high tea that is sure to dazzle and amaze attendees. Guests will dine on a decadent selection of appetizers and pastries and an assortment of fine teas. The fashion show includes a gorgeous array of “Dancing with the Stars” costumes designed by Emmy Award-winning costume designer Randall Christensen. 1968-era costumes from Arizona Theatre Company’s production of Hair will also be featured. What is your greatest fear? Being empty. What is your greatest extravagance? Jewelry. What is the quality you most like in a man? Style in a tux. What is the quality you most like in a woman? Style in a ball gown. When and where were you happiest? As a young child at our lake home. TINA CELLE Social Editor The fifth annual Drama Queens on the Green will be held on Sunday, March 15 at the new Intercontinental Montelucia Resort and Spa in Paradise Valley at 1pm. Tickets are available at $200 per person, $2,000 for a table of ten. For more information, contact Blair Torrey at 602.256.6899, Extension 6304, or by e-mail at btorrey@arizonatheatre.org. When co-chair Marc Reid was introduced to Arizona Theater Company, he immediately fell in love with the ATC family. “The Arizona Theater Company is a professional acting group and this event will contribute to their children’s programs,” says Marc. “We’ll also be bringing vintage fashions designed by Hollywood legends, such as Edith Head and Ceil Chapman. Hundreds of gowns will be for sale after the event, also to benefit the charity.” What is your most treasured possession? Our son. What do you value most in your friends? Sense of humor. Who are your heroes? This year, President Obama and anyone who can help turn our economy around. What is your personal motto? When someone takes the time to show you who they are, pay attention. How do you have fun? Shop until I cannot feel my calves. My favorite vacation: Istanbul Dream vacation? Cruise of the Mediterranean My favorite restaurant: Humble Pie – celebrated a birthday there, had a great time, and excellent food. “ My favorite part of the recent Wine, Women & Shoes event series was the intimate dinners held at three private Valley estates. A different chef at each location meant lots of divine dining was going on. Sojourner Center was the beneficiary of all the hard work of the WW&S committee.” – Tina Celle 14 Hostess Heidi Lisherness 3.09 Dolores McKay and Chef Christopher Gross Decadent nibbles from McCormick & Schmick’s Photos By Tina Celle, Courtesy Blacktie Arizona YOUTH & EDUCATION Talk To Kids About Economic Ups And Downs With the reality of economic uncertainty, family talk is apt to center on money, jobs, mortgages, moving, reduced spending, school tuition and credit cards. Talking to kids about money issues is tough, other children and teenagers. to learn that every wish cannot cation with kids is important, but be granted. Communicate your parents should be careful not to over- personal values about how to save burden them or tell them more than and spend money. and honest they need to know. Take a cue from your child, listen to questions and FRANCES MILLSYERGER, PH.D provide information in an ageappropriate way. What parents can do is: Psychotherapist Scottsdale need and what they want; kids need communi- Open • Don’t feel guilty about saying ‘no’ to some requests and setting limits. • Respond to concerns and questions in a truthful and respectful manner, which will help develop children’s personal self-confidence, problem-solving ability and knowledge. Frances Mills-Yerger, Ph.D. is the founder, facilitator and program director of Workshops for Youth and Family. For information, visit orho. org or call 480.882.6011. • Let them see how you solve problems, deal with crisis and especially when parents are under stress and have to deal with their own anxieties. Although parents may want to protect their children from worries, kids pick up the signals when things change and when there’s tension in the household. When they don’t know the facts, they are likely to fill in the gaps themselves with their own imagination or with misinformation based on media reports or talks with make decisions. When they see you handle a situation with confidence they learn that they too can handle life’s challenges. • Involve children in helping out at home like doing chores, babysitting, etc. • Use the financial situation as an opportunity to help children learn the difference between what they 15 3.09 located at 9321 North 94th Street. For information, call 480.951.0946 or visit scottsdalegymnastics.com. see Seussical the Musical, at the Herberger Theater. Tuition is $275 for the week, and is due prior to the first day of camp. Session I: March 9-13; Tesseract Summer is just around the corner and there is no time like the present to start looking for summer camps and programs for your kids. A good camp has the potential to offer a child positive and rewarding experiences, whether academic or recreational, as well as the chance to build lifelong skills and friendships. We have compiled a list of just some of the wonderful programs coming to the Valley this summer. But be sure to check back next month, when we’ll be adding more exciting opportunities. Featured Camp Listings AZ On The Rocks-Indoor Climbing, Inc. Keep cool with AZR’s Kids Camp June 1-August 2; located at 16447 North 91st Street #105, Scottsdale. Campers will climb, do gymnastics, yoga, fitness training/hip hop and play related games and activities. Full and half days are available for one week sessions. Pre-registration is required. Campers must be between the ages of six and 13 by the start of camp. For information, call Stephanie Mills at 480.294.5134 or visit azontherocks.com. 3.09 Learning Session II: March 16-20. Sessions run from 9am-3pm and before and after Adventures Fun and educational summer care is available. sessions for preschool through rising tenth grade students. Offerings include Musical Theater, Digital Filmmaking, Club BRIO A fun art experience in Scottsdale for your young artist, classes for kids (ages five to 11) are designed to encourage children to think and work independently. Projects include painting, art history, drawing, collage, sculpture and watercolor. Weekly (Monday-Thursday) sessions in July are 9am-12pm or 1-4pm. For information, call 480.941.8310 or register online at briofinearts.com. Summer Camp The magic of theatre comes to life Workshop, during VYT’s summer camps, for ages Spanish Fiestas and Mysteries and five to 17. Students receive training Puzzles. June, July and August sessions in acting, dance and music as well are offered at 4800 E. Doubletree Ranch as participate in the end of session Road, Paradise Valley and 3939 E. Shea production. Before and after care is Blvd., Phoenix; Extended-day care available for musical theatre workshop available. For details, call 480.991.1770 only. Session I: June 1-26; Session II: or visit tesseractschool.org. July 6-31. For details, call 602.253.8188, Sports Camp, Writer’s Extension 312, or visit vyt.com. Valley Youth Theatre Camps Spring Break Camp Explore the aspects of theatre in these week-long sessions. Children, ages seven to 15, will learn valuable skills in acting, music, dance and much more. Students showcase their work on the last day of camp for Goshin Karate & Judo Academy Don’t let your kids waste another summer on the couch watching TV friends and family. In addition, campers will take a field trip to or playing video games. At Goshin summer camp, all ages will learn self defense, life skills, fitness and fun – Situation Awareness – How to avoid Danger; Bully Busters Programs – Dealing with a Bully; Practical Self Defense – Escapes that Work; and Role Playing – Becoming a Street Smart Kid. Camps run June August at 6245 East Bell Road in Scottsdale. Call 480.951.2236 for summer camp specials or visit goshinkarate.com. 16 Summer Hubbard Summer Sports Camps Enjoy the summer playing basketball, soccer, swimming, archery, volleyball and field sports and lay the groundwork for a lifetime of physical fitness for children ages five to 13. One-week sessions run Monday- Friday, full day 8:30am-3:30pm ($205/week) or half day 8:30am-12pm ($155/week), with extended care available from 7:30am-6pm. Paradise Valley Academy – May 26-Aug. 7; Thunderbird Academy – June 1-Aug. 7; Sunnyslope High School – June 1-Aug. 7. For details, call 602.971.4044 or visit hubbardsports.com. Northern Arizona University Forester Academy The Centennial Forest Environmental Education program provides hands-on training in the world of forestry and environmental science in the pine forest surrounding Flagstaff. Activities and training at various levels include hiking, naturebased art, bird identification and outdoor stewardship and adventures. All programs are for ages 9-16. Junior Forester Academy: June 8-12 and June 15-19; Senior Forester Academy: June 22-26; Outdoor Leadership Academy: June 29-July 3. For details, contact Cheryl Miller, camp director, at 928.523.6727 or visit for.nau.edu. Scottsdale Gymnastics Summer Kids Camp Boys and girls will stay fit and have a blast experiencing trampoline, tumbling, gymnastics, crafts, rope climb, hip hop, zip line, cheer, parkour, games, guest speakers, and overall fitness fun. Camps run June 1-August 7 for ages three to 14 years; 17 3.09 YOUTH & EDUCATION 18 SUPERINTENDENT MESSAGE My columns in the CITYSunTimes are usually devoted to all of the positive things happening in Cave Creek Unified School District. They have featured updates on our Leadership Teams, Strategic Plan for Excellence, All Excelling Schools Dr. Debbi Burdick Superintendent Cave Creek Unified School District and District Safety Plans. However, now it is crucial to discuss the State budget and the impact it will have on our schools and districts statewide. We are all too familiar with the status of our local and state economic situation. Across Arizona, the picture for our schools is the reality that they will suffer unprecedented cuts if we do not do something proactively. As educational supporters, we have the opportunity to let our elected officials know how we feel. Information has been in the news and discussed in educational circles but the bottom line is, we anticipate serious budget cuts that will affect the way schools and districts do business in our state. We clearly understand the $1.6 billion deficit for this year and the potential of $3 billion for next year. However, we also know there are alternatives to the additional proposed cuts of 21 percent to the already underfunded education budget. This could potentially result in losing full day kindergarten, a decrease in adequate funding for utilities, increases in our class sizes and a loss in our soft capital budget that purchases supplies, materials and textbooks. It is critical that we let our legislators know we do not want the state budget balanced on the backs of our students. In order to see what is going on in budget talks at the Legislature, go to the Joint Legislative Budget Committee (JLBC) website: azleg.state.az.us/jlbc.htm. After seeing the proposed cuts, to take Arizona State Capitol Complex Information Desk 602.926.3559 John Kavanagh jkavanagh@azleg.gov; 602.926.5170 Russell Pearce rpearce@azleg.gov; 602.926.5760 Kirk Adams kadams@azleg.gov; 602.926.5495 Bob Burns rburns@azleg.gov; 602.926.5993 action contact the legislative budget decision makers listed above. We must be the collective voice to speak up for our students, employees, families and the community, who deserve the highest quality education possible in order to secure their futures. Deborah C. Burdick, Ed.D. was named Interim Superintendent of the Cave Creek Unified School District with the commencement of the 2008-09 school year. Her Leadership Mission Statement is: To ensure learning everyday for every student; leadership everyday for every stakeholder. For more information, call 480.575.2000 or visit ccusd93.org. If a doctor, lawyer, or dentist had 40 people in his office at one time, all of whom had different needs, and some of whom didn’t want to be there and were causing trouble, and the doctor, lawyer, or dentist, without assistance, had to treat them all with professional excellence for nine months, then he might have some conception of the classroom teacher’s job. 3.09 ~ Donald D. Quinn Festival Showcases Independent Chefs Foodies, gourmets, locavores and chefs unite this month to experience the ambiance of a sophisticated garden party; the artistry of 60 renowned Arizona chefs; and the flavors of 100 wines and spirits. The West of Western Culinary Festival features chefs from top independent restaurants and delivers an avant-garde epicurean experience. Held at Phoenix Art Museum, this multi-sensory affair of signature dishes, stunning works of art, live musical performance and hands-on demonstrations celebrates its fth anniversary an a nn niive verrssar vers ary y th hiss y ea e arr.. fifth this year. The highlight Th high hi ghli hli light ght of gh of the the he weekend wee eek ke e end nd d The is the Chefs’ Invitational Grand Tasting. Set in the Museum’s beautiful Dorrance Sculpture Garden, chefs prepare entrees “al fresco” exposing the art of the kitchen to guests. The festivities continue in the Museum’s Great Hall at The Wine Table, where connoisseurs and novices can sample dozens of labels from around the world with the assistance of trained sommeliers and wine masters. The West of Western Culinary Festival will be held March 14-15 from 11am-4pm. Advance tickets can be purchased online at westofwestern.com. For more information, call 602.262.5652 or visit phxart.org. The weather is warming and with spring just around the corner, it is a great time to get out and experience the seasonal bounty of our local growers and independent restaurants. Or maybe a tequila tasting is more your speed? Either way, the Valley has a lot to offer. Recently named a “Local Hero” by Edible Phoenix readers, Chef James Porter of Tapino Kitchen and Wine Bar keeps on bringing the good stuff to Scottsdale; from Recession Proof Tue days – half off the entire wine list – special tasting events and late night menu offerings to the Thursday night Flight School wine tasting classes – four pours and four cheeses within 60 minutes for just $15 a person. Tapino is located at 7000 East Shea Blvd, Suite 1010. For more information, call 480.991.6887 or visit tapino.com. Food And Fun Pink Spot Coffee & Ice Cream in Phoenix wants to entertain you. It brings talented acoustic musicians to perform every Saturday from 6-9pm and also offers open mic nights once a week, happy hour on Monday afternoons and game nights on Tuesday and Thursday. For event information, visit myspace.com/pinkspotcoffee or call 602.265.3889. FOOD & WINE Quiessence restaurant at the Farm at South Mountain presents a unique and special dining e xperience. Executive Chef Gregory LaPrad hand selects the finest local ingredients to craft the menu of the day, allowing guests to savor nature’s seasonal bounty while supporting the local economy and growing a sustainable culture. See Food and Fun, on page 23 19 3.09 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Nature’s Inspiration Notable plein air artist Bill Cramer has developed his own inimitable ART EFFECTS Plein air artist Bill Cramer By Katherine Koenig style with his vibrant, interwoven brushstrokes that capture nature’s is a good match to the spontaneity the obvious visual elements. light in a beautiful outdoor palette. found in nature. The push of an evening He finds his inspiration in the open “Each painting is a balancing breeze, the feel of sun baked air, and mixing colors often takes act between what I see and what granite, the sound of a raven place on both pallet and panel in an I hope to convey. Any landscape suddenly intuitive and exciting way that he feels worth painting is much more than examples of the many unseen elements overhead that are inform my work. I am satisfied when a painting is as rich as the landscape that inspired it.” En plein air is a French expression which means “in elements. With his passion for painting, this the open air” and is used to outdoors. Throughout history, award-winning artist has exquisitely captured nature with a unique and colorful eye. Bill Cramer is the featured artist in this beautiful expression of March at Grayleaf Galleria in Prescott, and art describe the act of painting 20 3.09 artists will be painting on Saturday afternoons in to accurately represent the has challenged gallery throughout the month. For more appearance of the landscape information, under billcramerpaintings.com. the ever-changing call 928.443.1503 or visit March 6-8 Joanne Gallery Arts and Flowers Event Phoenix Art Museum phxartmuseum.org Scottsdale Artist With vibrant and vivid colors, Scottsdale artist Joanne L. Gallery brings a joyful ambiance and feeling to her luminous works. With her love of color, she explores each piece with an intuitive eye for a bright, lively palette. “The emotion of the environment and my feelings influence the colors and hues of my art…from the saguaro cactus of Arizona to the hibiscus of Port Douglas, Australia. I can remember the exact moment and feeling of that place in time. This is why I paint.” Gallery’s work is influenced by her years traveling and living in many countries, including New Zealand, Australia, Fiji, Tahiti and Mexico. “I am inspired by the universe…from the stars in the galaxy to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. I also find flowers and plants to be a source for inspiration no matter what the environment.” Gallery began her career creating photographic paintings but has evolved to a more stylized and bold approach. Shapes of light and color have been incorporated into her more recent contemporary scenes. “My son is into the stars and as he studies them, I see incredible colors and light. When I’m working, sometimes I pour paint and let it go. Just like collisions in the universe – my paintings collide with color. I’m so drawn to vivid color…my work would feel lifeless without it.” Gallery’s work can be seen at the Carefree Fine Art and Wine Festival March 6-8. For more information, visit jlgallery.com. March 7-8 Art Detour 2009 Downtown Phoenix artlinkphoenix.com March 7-8 Heard Museum Indian Fair & Market Phoenix heard.org March 7-8 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT AROUND TOWN Works Of Radiant Color Spring Butterfly Exhibit Desert Botanical Garden dbg.org March 8 Kenny Loggins Celebrity Theatre celebritytheatre.com March 19-22 National Festival of the West Westworld, Scottsdale festivalofthewest.com March 20–22 Scottsdale Arts Festival Scottsdale Civic Center Mall sccarts.org March 26 Elton John & Billy Joel US Airways usairwayscenter.com Thru March 29 Arizona Fine Art Expo Scottsdale Rd. & Jomax, Scottsdale arizonafineartexpo.com Thru March 29 21 Arizona Renaissance Festival Apache Junction royalfaires.com March 31 Madeleine Peyroux Scottsdale Civic Center Mall Amphitheater scottsdaleperformingarts.org For additional events: showup.com 3.09 CITYLIFE LIFE BUZZ Classic Residence by Hyatt and The Plaza Companies, a senior living community, has nearly completed an extensive refurbishment project that included significant updates to the common areas of its main building and Care Center. The renovation allowed for a substantial donation of furniture and other equipment to several local charities. Beneficiaries include St. Vincent De Paul, United Methodist Outreach Ministry and Phoenix-based Human Services Campus. Classic Residence is located at Grayhawk, 7501 East Thompson Peak Parkway in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.563.5300 or visit hyattclassic.com. Reflecting Your Definition Of Harmony In our own home, which we can control and have personal power over, we can create an atmosphere that nourishes and heals us. Decorating a personal space can be easy. Think about yourself and what you like to look at and how you’d like to feel. What makes you happy? Focus on you and the pleasures you need to integrate into your environment to bring about harmonious living. Decide what harmony means to you. Before making any changes, know which rooms in your home bring you the greatest peace of mind. Focus on and discover what harmony means in terms of color, texture, furniture styles, materials, sounds and aromas. Answering the following questions can help: Do you prefer a quiet environment or one filled with music? Do you like the aromas of food in the air or do they interfere? How do the colors affect your mood and attitude? Do you thrive in a cloistered environment or an open space? Does your furniture support your physical presence? Is the arrangement of the furniture conducive to relaxing conversation, function and flow? BARBARA KAPLAN Interior Designer Scottsdale Harmonious rooms invite you in and help you surrender to your needs and feelings. Our lives don’t always lead us to that place, so we need a restful environment to help us heal from the day. Color is one way we can create harmony in our environment. But mistakes can be made. A client didn’t like the color she painted her fireplace and blamed herself for upsetting her personal harmony in her family room. She was more concerned about the room than her own feelings. She said, “How it resonates for me is important because it is about how the outside comes together with my insides.” For her, it was more important to have her personal feelings expressed through the integration of her choices. She wanted to feel at one with the environment. Always remember that rooms have no feelings, YOU do! To contact Barbara, call 480.998. 5088, visit barbarakaplan. com or send an e-mail to barbara@barbarakaplan.com. Expo Comes To A Close Marless Fellows paints her fellow artist, Mama Tahakashi, from Toyko, Japan in her Kimono at the Thunderbird Artists Arizona Fine Art Expo, which runs through March 29 in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.837.7163 or visit arizonafineartexpo.com. 22 3.09 continued from page 19 Mr. Modem’s Sites Of The Month Bugged by Debugging? Plot-O-Matic – tinyurl.com/6n42xd Have you ever sat in a movie theater, robotically consuming a $14 tub of popcorn drizzled with synthetic butter, courtesy of Dow Chemical, and thinking, “I can write something better than this drivel”? You’re probably right. Using the Plot-O-Matic (patent select Q. When I visit websites using Internet Explorer, a message appears telling me that an error has been encountered. It asks if I want to debug it. How can I get rid of this? A. Debugging notifications are intended for programmers and developers, not we mere mortal users, so by disabling them you won’t be adversely affecting the quality of your computing life. You’ll simply be avoiding those pesky pop-ups. To turn it off, click: Tools > Internet Options > Advanced. Scroll down to the Browsing section and remove the check marks beside “Disable script debugging (Internet Explorer),” “Disable script debugging (Other),” and “Display a notification about every script error.” When you have completed those changes, finish up by clicking: Apply > OK. Close then re-open Internet Explorer, and you will be all set. pending), your char- acters and the plot elements you would like to include in your Start the New Year off right with a subscription to Mr. Modem’s award-winning, weekly computer-tips newsletter, now in its eighth year of publication! To view a sample issue, visit mrmodem.com. Enjoy a variety of offerings at lunch, “snack time” and dinner, or breakfast on the patio at the Morning Glory Café next door. For details, visit quiessencerestaurant.com or call 602.276.0601. CITYLIFE Food And Fun, As part of the Valley Fever Arts Festival, Tequilaaz! takes over The Lath House at Heritage and Science Park in downtown Phoenix on March 21 from 4-8pm. The event celebrates everything tequila with premium Mexican spirits, Southwest fare from top Arizona restaurants, seminars about agave culture and international music and entertainment. For more information, visit tequilaaz.com or valleyfeverarts.com. movie. When you’re satisfied with your choices, click “Lights! Camera! Action!” Unusual Hotels – unusualhotelsofthe world.com As its name implies, this is the place to turn if you’re seeking nontraditional Perhaps mole-like and hotels. you have tendencies prefer to stay underground, or inside 23 an igloo, in a tree or even underwater? Categories include Art Galleries, Lighthouses, Underground Caves and even Prisons. Yes, for $150/night you can stay in a fabulous Turkish Prison. Dreams do come true! 3.09 DESTINATIONS Nothing beats spring in Arizona. Except maybe a spring break road trip within Arizona. Not up for a road trip? The Valley is blooming with events to keep you and the kids occupied and entertained. Rev Up For Off-Road Fun Head to Lake Havasu City for the World Off-Road Championship Motorcross Series on March 14-15 at Crazy Horse Campground. Call 817.460.8308 or 928.855.4033 or visit worcsracing.com. Then, on March 19-21, experience the 10th Annual Lake Havasu 4x4 Desert Run, with 4x4s from around the Southwest, BBQ and raffle. Visit golakehavasu. com or call 928.505.3723. Spring Break Road Trip! Celebrate Archeology Awareness Month Visit the Archaeology Expo March 14-15 at Pueblo Grande Museum and Archaeological Park in Phoenix to learn why it’s important to preserve archaeological sites and historic places. Enjoy craft demonstrations, living history re-enactors, Native American demonstrators and entertainers and ethnic food – all for free. Call 602.542.4174. Take an archaeology hike on March 21 at Red Rock State Park in Sedona, and learn about the pre-historic Sinagua Indians who inhabited the Sedona/Verde Valley more than 1,000 years ago. Call 928.282.6907. Details on these and other events can be found at azstateparks.com. Explore A Hidden Treasure Take A Swing At Spring Training For baseball enthusiasts, March in Arizona means Major League Baseball Spring Training. The Cactus League welcomes two new MLB teams for the 2009 season – the Cleveland Indians and Los Angeles Dodgers. Games take place around the Valley and in Tucson. For all of the details, visit cactusleague.com. Discover Your Inner Irish 24 3.09 602.280.9221 or visit phxirish.com. In Sedona, celebrate the 39th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Festival & Road Race at Jordan Historical Park on March 14. Parade begins at 10:30am; the festival follows with live entertainment, free children’s and family activities, food and a Beer Garden. Call 928.204.2390 or visit sedonamainstreet.com. The 26th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Irish Family Faire on March 14 in Phoenix includes a parade at 10am, followed by the Faire, which lasts until 6 pm with entertainment, crafts, genealogy, Irish clubs and children’s area. Cost is $10 and moves from 3rd Street and Virginia to Margaret T. Hance Park. Call Photo by La Hacienda de Sonoita – haciendasonoita.com In southeastern Arizona lies the “Mountain Empire” of Patagonia, Sonoita and Elgin. Explore Patagonia Lake State Park and the Sonoita Creek State Natural Area. Or, visit one of the many wonderful vineyards and bed and breakfasts in the area. March 14-15 brings the Patagonia Spring Artwalk. Call 888.794.0060 or visit patagoniaaz.com for details. For park information, visit azstateparks.com/ Parks/PALA or call 520.287.6965. Preserving Senior Independence The face of the nation is changing – and aging. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it is estimated that by 2030 the proportion of the U.S. population aged 65 and older will double to roughly 71 million – that is one in five Americans. Ensuring quality of life for this aging demographic will be critical to preserving the character of the local community. H.R. McAdams of Always Best Care of Scottsdale offers these tips to help seniors live in good health and spirits: • Get Moving – Exercise is fundamental to maintaining circulation and bone density. Gardening, walking and running errands should be incorporated into each day as long as the chosen activity doesn’t cause any aches or pains. • Eat Ample Protein – Muscle loss is an inevitable consequence of aging, but incorporating adequate amounts of protein into each meal can help the body make muscle. Healthy sources include baked chicken, fish and low-fat dairy products. • Remain Engaged – For seniors who live alone, isolation is an unfortunate aspect of their daily lifestyle. Visits with friends and family can boost their mood, while regular conversation fine-tunes the mind and memory. • Stay Safe – Seniors who live at home can often fall prey to burglars and other community mischief. Seniors should refrain from opening the door to strangers. Installing a back yard fence is also a wise choice. • Encourage Community Involvement – Seniors can easily stay active by volunteering at the local hospital, library or city center. This type of participation empowers the elderly with a sense of purpose and can provide some rhythm to daily life. For information, call 480.628.9488 or visit alwaysbestcare.com. Our Miraculous The eye is more than the human equivalent to a camera. It is made up of about two million working parts that can process about 36,000 bits of information every hour, and provides us with clear vision. S STEPHEN CO COHEN, O.D. Optometrist Scottsdale Our eyelids and lashes help protect the surface of our eyes and contribute to tear production and prevention of tear evaporation. The clear cap that helps to focus light and provide a “window” for light to enter our eyes is the cornea. Around the cornea is the conjunctiva which covers the surface of our eyes and the inside of our eyelids and its underlying hard, white shell, called the sclera. When this coating becomes inflamed or infected it is called conjunctivitis. As light enters our eye it encounters the iris, the colored part of the eye that, along with its opening, the pupil, helps to control the amount of light that moves into our eyes. Behind the iris is the ovalshaped lens, which helps us focus (becoming more difficult after about age 40). When the lens becomes less transparent, it is called a cataract, which sometimes requires surgical treatment. Next is the jelly-like vitreous humor, helping to give our eye its shape. The back of our eye is called the retina, where light focuses and is captured. It is indeed true that the images on our retina are upside down, and our brain reverses the image. The central part of the retina, Eyes HEALTH & WELLNESS the macula, is the most sensitive area and is responsible for our 20/20 vision. Macular degeneration damages this part of the retina, depriving us of this sharp central vision. Gathered light is then transferred to the optic nerve where the light images are transmitted, like a television cable, to our brain for interpretation. Damage to our optic nerve or the fibers that travel to our brain can cause us to lose parts of our peripheral vision. Lastly, when our two eyes work together as a team we get depth perception or “3-D” vision. 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Publisher's notice: All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination." We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. Under Arizona Law, all residential and commercial contractors are required to be licensed by the state unless they fall under the handyman exemption for projects which require no building permit and are less than $750 for the total contract price. In addition, homeowners using licensed residential contractors may have access to the Residential Contractors’ Recovery Fund, if the contractor is unable and/or unwilling to perform the job and if alternative dispute resolutions available through the Registrar are unsuccessful. For more info or to verify the license status of an Arizona contractor call 602.542.1525 or visit http://www.rc.state.az.us. CITYSERVICES ACCOUNTING BAR AND GRILL BARBER BEADS AND CRYSTALS CAR DETAILING CAREER OPPORTUNITY CLEANING DINING DOG SITTING ELECTRICAL EXCAVATING GRAPHIC DESIGN HANDYMAN HAULING LANDSCAPING LAW MASONRY PLUMBING REAL ESTATE CITYSunTimes is looking for an ADVERTISING ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE • Enthusiastic Self-Starter • Set Your Own Schedule as an Independent Contractor • Highly Customer-Service Oriented Submit Resume to hope@citysuntimes.com EDUCATION & ARTS 27 3.09 INSPIRATION There’s red across the Valley of the Sun and around the State of Arizona. There’s purple on thousands of index-finger tips in Iraq. RABBI ROBERT L. KRAVITZ Northeast Valley There’s green in the buildings and taxis. And yet with all the variety of colors surrounding us daily, some still single out minority-religion observers and people of color as targets for mischief, or even worse, attack. In a black/white world, where Don’t Delete My Color color is squeezed out of existence, there is no life, no vibrancy. Think of a society where all is blah, bland and void of color. Note what consistently sundepleted days do to one’s attitude. Color enriches! The red, white and blue of our historic American flag. The chirping of a blue bird. The brilliance of fresh fallen snow in the morning. The joyous enthusiasm of a multi-cultural group of boys Getting Through A Down Economy With a down economy, so many are feeling anxious and fearful. Any time our external situations become uncertain we begin to focus on fear. The mind becomes a constant stream of thoughts that are worryfilled, self-deprecating and regretful. We may also take on the role of the victim and blame anybody we can for the situation we are in. It can be very difficult to move out of this pattern, which can lead to depression and prevent us from pulling through the tough times successfully. The most important factors in making any type of change and girls in a playground. We live in a world of color – a reality in which each touch of color adds to the blessings of life and the enjoyment of living. T h e C a r d i n a l s may have already won. Election results in the Near East may have been tabulated. The construction continues while cabbies do care about mpg. Our world is alive with color. For in what we are experiencing are a real desire to change and a willingness to take responsibility for our own emotions. Following are some tools for getting through these difficult times: BONNIE MOEHLE Life Balancing Coach 28 • Accept your situation. Anger, stress and blame will hold you in it. Only acceptance will allow you the energy and inspiration to move forward. • Focus on what you have, not on what you don’t have. • Let go of stress and worry. They will not help. They will only take away your clarity and your energy, making it more difficult to move forward. some, the entry into this rich, diverse and delicious venue is scary or intimidating. But once securely inside the realm of color, anxieties fade, fears dissolve and “we the people” of the most significant nation in the history of the planet can become colleagues, associates and even friends. Attacks on Jews and gays and blacks; assaults on Hispanics and Asians and native peoples…how much effort is focused on bleachingout or trying to hit the delete button on color? We are stronger than hate, more respectful than slurs. And our world is made more beautiful by painting it in shades of red, yellow, purple, black, green, white and blue. Rabbi Dr. Robert L. Kravitz works (and teaches) to promote our mutuality and civility. Robert may be reached at rrlkdd@hotmail.com. that goes well, no matter how small. • Don’t be hard on yourself. It decreases motivation and makes it harder to take any productive action. Instead, focus on your positive qualities and what you have to offer in the workplace. • Observe your thoughts. If they are in opposition to the goals you are trying to accomplish then shift your focus. What we focus on we experience more of. • No blame. Blaming others for your situation will disempower you and hold you where you are. • Set goals that and achievable. are small • Take one day at a time. Don’t focus on the fears of tomorrow, but on the successes of today. • See crisis as an opportunity. This may be the greatest opportunity of your life. Bonnie Moehle has a private practice • Take time to love yourself. 3.09 • Never give up! And get excited about anything and everything in Phoenix. For information or an appointment, call 602.717.6228 or visit lifebalancingcoach.com. New Children’s Book Tells Ancient Tale INSPIRATION BOOKSHELF Local author Jacey Verdicchio has written a new children’s book, A King’s Decree and the Brave Three, of the inspiring story based on the biblical record of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego. When King Nebuchadnezzar constructs a golden image to be worshipped, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego have to decide whether to bow to the king and spare their lives or stay faithful to God and trust Him for protection. Discover the outcome of these high stakes in A King’s Decree and the Brave Three. This is an eLIVE book, meaning each printed copy contains a special code redeemable for the free download of the audio version of the book. Verdicchio will attend a book signing event at Borders bookstore in Phoenix on March 28 from 1-3pm. Border’s is located at 2402 East Camelback Road. For more information, visit jaceyverdicchio.com. 29 3.09 CITYPETS THEY’RE NOT JUST PETS…THEY’RE FAMILY Pet exercise provides physical and mental boosts with lifelengthening benefits. In addition to SUSAN LUFFEY Pampered Pets & Plants Phoenix honing reflexes and strength, exercise also expends nervous energy. Your pets will be less likely to chew Shape Up! on your furniture and have fewer behavior problems if they feel they get to spend enough time with you. Always visit with your veterinarian to determine the correct level of exercise for your pet. Dogs As a general rule, begin with slow to moderately-paced walking or swimming. Ten to 15 minutes per day is a good start. When you feel you two can handle long, fast walks without fatigue you can graduate to jogging or swimming laps in the pool. Keep in Mind: • If the ground is too hot for you to touch with your hand, then it is too hot for Fido’s paws. • Fatigue or trouble breathing are signs that your pet wants to stop. Let him. • Keep your dog on a leash when you run. Even the best-trained dogs can run in front of a car. Cats C t are d Cats designed for short, frequent periods of intense activity. Anything that moves easily across the floor will encourage batting and chasing. Laser pointers (avoid laser eye contact) and feather toys bring out the predator in even the most sedentary cat. Scratching posts and kitty trees save your furniture from taking the brunt. Remember not to use your hand or fingers as “bait” or the object of teasing. This teaches your pet that it is alright to scratch and bite your hands. • Stay on dirt paths and grass as much as possible. • Have your pet drink fresh water before and after exercise. When people and their animals spend time together it is good for all involved. Many of these activities provide the structure that teaches us to communicate with our pets, making them much easier to live with. Exercising with your furry friends will boost your relationship and get you both into shape. Susan Luffey is the owner of Pampered Pets & Plants, Inc. For more information, visit pamperedpetsand plants.com or call 602.547.1121 in the Greater Phoenix area, or 888.547.1121 in Maricopa and Prescott. 30 3.09 Parting Shot Humane Society Offers Help And Rewards Finding Rentals That Accept Pets More than 50 percent of renters have pets as members of their families. If you or someone you know has a pet, The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) has information to help you find pet-friendly rental housing. According to experts, if more rental housing permitted pets, millions of dogs and cats waiting in shelters and with rescue groups could be placed in loving homes – or stay in their homes when their family moves. In addition to helping people keep their pets when they move, the Pets for Life campaign of HSUS also works to solve other problems that threaten human-pet relationships, such as unwelcome pet behaviors and allergies to pets. Visit humanesociety.org/petsforlife for more information. Ending Dogfighting To keep animal fighting – and what can be done to stop it – in the minds of Americans, HSUS has developed an Animal Fighting Rewards program. The organization will give up to $5,000 for information leading to an animal-fighting conviction, turning the information into busts of what it calls some of the nation’s most significant illegal dogfighting and cockfighting operations. People who suspect dogfighting or cockfighting activity should call the animal fighting tip line at 301.258.1459. They should also call local police and mention the reward program. For more information, please visit humanesociety.org/rewards. We are well underway with our 2009 contest! Keep those beautiful photos coming and remember, at the end of the contest we will ask you to help us pick the overall winner, who will have his or her photo on the cover of our December issue. This month’s photo contest winner is Debbie Yuhas of Scottsdale, who says, “This picture was taken in my front yard. It was raining all day and just before sunset the sun came out and this was my gift! I almost broke my neck trying to quickly grab my camera so I could get this shot.” Want to see your view of Arizona here next month? Submit your digital photo to news@CITYSunTimes.com with “My Best Shot” in the subject line. Be sure to include your full name and contact number, what area you live in and a brief description of the shot. The photo should be high resolution and at least 800x600 in size. Elder Abuse, continued from page 1 The DOVES Program, Region One will be hosting Colonial Art Forms of Mexico on March 29 from 12-5pm at the Honey House Bed and Breakfast – a unique, century old house originally built as a beekeeper’s residence. While visitors stroll, potters from the renowned village of Mata Ortiz, Mexico will decorate and fire their world famous art. The event is free and light refreshments will be served. Mata Ortiz pots and jewelry will be available at the event for purchase with 40 percent of sales going directly to the DOVES Program. The Honey House is located at 5150 North 36th Street, in Phoenix. Help and support for victims of late-life domestic violence is available by calling the 24-hour Senior Help Line at 602.264.4357. Services provided through the DOVES Program are made possible thanks to contributions from caring individuals, organizations and businesses in the community. For information, visit dovesprogram.org or aaaphx.org. 31 3.09
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