Valley Home Sales Stay Strong
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Valley Home Sales Stay Strong
SCOTTSDALE PARADISE VALLEY NORTHEAST PHOENIX CAREFREE CAVE CREEK BLACK CANYON CITY NEW RIVER ANTHEM FOUNTAIN HILLS WHAT’S INSIDE OCTOBER 2012 Valley Home Sales Stay Strong Home prices up 20 percent from year ago to lead nation By Katherine Koenig Waterfront Fine Art & Wine Fest Page 40 What a difference a year makes in the Phoenix real estate market. Since this time last year, the inventory of homes for sale decreased by 23.0% and the median price increased by 24.9%. “As we move from summer to fall, it’s very encouraging that this year’s home selling season began strong and finished even stronger,” says Margaret Kelly, CEO of RE/MAX, LLC. Historically low interest rates and renewed consumer interest have resulted in strong sales. Foreclosures are dwindling. “Greater Phoenix REO sales are once again below 14% of the monthly total,” reports Michael Orr of the Cromford Report. “At their peak on February 11, 2009, they constituted 71.1% of monthly sales. Although it will take some time for them to disappear completely, REOs are no longer a major factor in the market.” RE/MAX National Housing Report recently reported impressive price increases over last year, with 15 metro areas experiencing double-digit gains. Phoenix topped the list with a 33.9% increase. With home sales heating up as more investors and once-hesitant home buyers Queen Creek Olives Come To Kierland Rusconi’s American Kitchen Opens Page 16 PVUSD Students Help Soldiers Page 45 For more than a decade, the Rea family has experimented with different olive varieties at their farm in Queen Creek to create high quality extra virgin olive oil. This dream has now grown with the opening of their first store and tasting room, Oils & Olives by Queen Creek Olive Mill. Oils & Olives is a boutique store and tasting room featuring the Mill’s signature extra virgin olive oils, stuffed olives, gourmet tapenades and balsamic vinegars as well as natural bath and body products. The store also carries a selection of local and direct import wines, kitchenware, local food and other local treasures. Oils & Olives is located at 7122 East Greenway Parkway, Suite 120, at Kierland Commons in Scottsdale – with a second store opening at Union in Biltmore Fashion Park in November. For more information, call 480.361.9860 or visit http://oilsandolives.com. jump into the market, it’s leading to reduced levels of inventory and less days on the market – especially in Phoenix where buyers are snapping up homes the fastest. Here are the numbers from www.Realtor.com: • 44.7% decrease in number of available homes in Phoenix year-over-year. • 29.9% decrease in number of days on market in Phoenix year-over-year. “If we enter next year’s spring buying season with our current level of supply, we are likely to see fireworks again between February and May,” adds Orr. |CST Join national and international designers, retailers, boutiques, fashionistas and the fashion media in a four-day fashion extravaganza as Phoenix Fashion Week returns to the runway for its eighth year October 3-6 at Talking Stick Resort. Preview the Holiday 2012 and Spring 2013 collections with 29 designer runway shows, trunk sales, statewide retail events, fashionable workshops and fabulous after parties. Kicking off the week is Fashionably Pink – a celebrity and breast cancer survivor fashion show benefiting Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Phoenix. For more details, visit www.phoenixfashionweek.com. Silvia Bours design – Emerging Designer 2011 Photo by Phoenix Fashion Week Win Tickets To VYT Production Four lucky CITYSunTimes readers will win a pair of tickets to see Valley Youth Theatre’s production of How I Became a Pirate. For details, see page 48. Reach 80,000 Readers! GREAT RATES! advertise@CITYSunTimes.com or call 480.922.8732 today! 2 10.12 Serving the Community Since 2002 3 10.12 INDEX EDITOR’S PICKS Publisher Hope H. Ozer Executive Editor Katherine Koenig October is always a most welcome month in Arizona – the season has changed and we finally begin to see temperatures below 100 degrees, and the social and holiday seasons prepare to kick into high gear. There are plenty of upcoming events Around Town this month, and we have highlighted many of them in Arts & Entertainment. Our featured event this month is the Scottsdale Waterfront Fine Art & Wine Festival presented by Thunderbird Artists – just one of the many events that this organization has planned for the months ahead. A more complete list can be found in the Carefree section. As we celebrate new things, I encourage you to check out our new Fountain Hills section. Just launched last month, we have already had a wonderful response within the Hills community. If you haven’t visited Fountain Hills in a while, check it out, there is a lot going on with this northeast neighbor. For me personally, “season of change” has never been so apt. My oldest child moved out just a few short weeks ago – moved half-way across the country. I knew it was coming, but I cannot say I was prepared. Friends who have been through the stages of the emptying of the nest have been there in support. As I lamented the bittersweet nature of the parting, one friend and fellow member of the H.E.N. (Half-Empty Nest) Club put it, “Bittersweet is a close description, but doesn’t quite touch it.” Of course, it’s a good thing when kids grow up and leave to make their way in the world…and I have spent plenty of time on the phone with my daughter since she left… but there’s a hole there – an enormous, echoing space that is at turns filled with laughter and tears and other times a great silence. There is a part of me that is gone and I don’t feel lighter for the leaving; and yet, it’s not a burden that I’m carrying. It’s more like wearing a favorite winter coat – I feel the weight about my shoulders as I maneuver through the day, but at the same time, it’s warm and comforting and I don’t want to take it off. It reminds me of what was and the exciting possibilities of what will be. I pull the coat a little tighter and keep all those memories and dreams close to me. n y r h t a K Until next month…all my best, Managing Editor Kathryn M. Miller Copy Editor Courtney E. Ozer Creative Director Jenifer Lee Columnists Stephen Cohen, O.D. Cathy Droz Barbara Kaplan Rabbi Robert Kravitz Mr. Modem Bonnie Moehle Allen Nohre James Roberts Maria Grazia Swan Melanie Tighe Steven P. Timmons Pastor Paul Witkop Bill Zervakos Contributors Sara Clawson Cave Creek Mayor Vincent Francia Fountain Hills Mayor Linda M. Kavanagh Dr. James P. Lee Curtis Riggs Carefree Mayor David Schwan Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton Assistant to the Publisher Darlene Keberle Account Representatives Bob Hesselgesser Sharon Madsen Susan Pine Loren Sheck Bulk Distribution Louis Flaim Sharon Madsen Kathryn M. Miller, Managing Editor kathryn@CITYSunTimes.com COVER PHOTO: “Succession” by Bob Wolfing, featured artist at the Waterfront Fine Art & Wine Festival #413 10645 N. Tatum Blvd., Suite 200 Phoenix, AZ 85028 inside this issue CITYBUSINESS ...5 COMMUNITY ...10 Neighborhood News HEALTH & WELLNESS ... 14 4 FOOD & WINE ... 16 Scottsdale Road Farmers’ Market ... 18 Pet Adoption Event CITYPETS FOUNTAIN HILLS ... 42 Halloween in the Hills YOUTH & EDUCATION ... 44 BLACK CANYON CITY ...46 CITYLIFE ... 47 CST TICKET GIVEAWAYS ... 48 Meet Our Winners CITYSERVICES CITYVIEWS ... 20 Publisher’s Pen CAREFREE/CAVE CREEK ... 21 Cave Creek Wicked CLIPPIN’ COUPONS ... 38 10.12 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ... 40 ... 50 CITYCLASSIFIEDS ... 52 INSPIRATION ... 53 DESTINATIONS ... 54 PARTING SHOT ... 54 Best Shot Photo Contest 6554 East Cave Creek Road, Suite 11 PMB 101 Cave Creek, AZ 85331 Phone: 480.922.8732 • Fax: 480.922.8731 E-mail: info@CITYSunTimes.com www.CITYSunTimes.com CITYSunTimes is a family of complimentary publications serving over 80,000 readers with its Northeast Valley, Carefree/Cave Creek and Scottsdale/ Paradise Valley editions. 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CITYBUSINESS Consignment Home Opens In North Phoenix Consignment Home, located at the Ross Walgreens Shopping Center, 210 East Bell Road in Phoenix, held its grand opening on September 22. According to General Manager Joe DePinto, professional decorators and smart shoppers of home furnishings should expect to discover extraordinary furniture finds in a variety of themes – from mid to high end, value-priced new and gently used home furnishings and accessories in a no-frills, ease of shopping environment. Color selection and floor planning assistance is also available with independent design services by referral for larger projects. At over 20,000 square feet, the showroom of Consignment Home will showcase a large assortment of lifestyle home furnishings collections – contemporary, casual and traditional – including new and consignment furniture, accessories and lighting visually presented, professionally lit and artfully accessorized in comprehensive lifestyle surroundings. For information, call 602.843.4663 or visit www.consignmenthome.com. Littlejohn Engineering Associates (LEA) announced the addition of Jim Martin, PE, RLS as director of Public Works and Transportation Services in its Phoenix office. Martin has 28 years of design and project management experience and will be serving in a key position with his emphasis on public sector and infrastructure projects. His experience includes planning, design and construction of a wide range of public works projects including roadways and highways, bridges, airports, water and wastewater systems, parks and public facilities engineering. For more information, call 602.241.0782 or visit www.leainc.com. Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, PLC announced that Rebecca Masterson has been named vice president of the board of directors for the Ronan Thompson Foundation (www.theronanthompsonfoundation.com). The Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to finding a cure for neuroblastoma, a form of childhood cancer. The Foundation is dedicated to funding research, both traditional and non-traditional, to reduce the number of children affected by this disease and its mortality threshold. The Foundation is named after Ronan Sean Thompson, who was a victim of this disease. A Phoenix resident, Masterson practices in the area of aviation, municipal liability and general civil litigation, including tort defense. Jones, Skelton & Hochuli specializes in trial practice, insurance coverage, defense of corporations, self-insureds, municipalities and insurance carriers. For additional information, visit www.jshfirm.com or call 602.263.1769. Serving the Community Since 2002 BIZ BUZZ 5 10.12 CITYBUSINESS BIZ BUZZ The board of directors of the North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce announced last month that Jason Bressler has joined the Chamber team as its executive director. Bressler, who brings a proven track record of growing chamber membership, graduated from Arizona State University with an MBA and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communication. He is also an active volunteer for several nonprofit organizations, which include St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance, Cystic Fibrosis FoundationArizona Chapter, The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Childhelp, Gabriel’s Angels, Phoenix Children’s Hospital and Society of St. Vincent de Paul. For more information, call 602.482.3344 or visit www.northphoenixchamber.com. Me The Artist, an instructor-led group painting studio at CityCenter of CityNorth, will celebrate a successful first year in business at its oneyear anniversary party on Friday, October 26 from 5:30-9pm. Ruby Farias, owner and founder, says that the first year of business for the North Phoenix studio wasn’t always easy, but that she is proud of the studio’s success and continued growth. The event will feature two complimentary instructor-led paint sessions. Donations will be accepted that evening in lieu of a paint session fee, and 100 percent of the proceeds will go to Phoenix Youth at Risk. Guests will also enjoy complimentary cocktails, appetizers, raffle prizes and live music. For more information or to make a reservation, call 480.822.7999 or visit www.metheartist.com. 6 10.12 Advanced Auto Service & Tire Centers, a locally-owned automotive service and tire chain that won the 2011 BBB Business Ethics Award, has finalized plans to move from one of its three Scottsdale locations (7505 East McDowell Road) to a new location at 1215 North Scottsdale Road, adjacent to Sky Song. According to longtime Store Manager Ryan Smith, the new facility is undergoing extensive upgrades and will be supplied with state-of-the-art equipment. In addition, no jobs will be lost, as all current associates at the McDowell location will be relocated to the new one. Advanced Auto has served the community for over 23 years and offers shuttle service for nearby residents and businesses, along with guaranteed lowest prices on virtually every tire brand available. For more information, call 480.947.7686 or visit www.advancedauto.com. It makes sense to get your company name, logo and service known in your community. You see us. They will see you. 480.922.8732 advertise@CITYSunTimes.com CITYBUSINESS Arts & Business Council Ceases Operations Two core programs continue under new management In September, following months of strategic conversations, financial reviews and discussions with community partners, the Arts & Business Council of Greater Phoenix (A&BC) board of directors voted to suspend business operations within 30 days. However, management of two core A&BC programs – Business on Board and Business Volunteers for the Arts (BVA) – will be taken on by different Valley-based nonprofit organizations. Business on Board, a six-month leadership-training program to prepare individuals for service on nonprofit boards of directors, will be taken over by the Arizona Alliance for Nonprofits ( w w w. a r i z o n a n o n p r o f i t s. o r g ) within the next 30 days. Discussions to finalize the transfer of BVA management are continuing and “we will announce the name of the organization once we have completed all of the arrangements,” says A&BC Board President Debra Kuffner. “We are particularly grateful to the volunteers, sponsors and community supporters who have, through the Arts & Business Council, made a tremendous impact for countless individuals and nonprofit organizations in the Valley,” Kuffner said. For questions or additional information, contact Kuffner at info@artsbusinessphoenix.org. The Arizona Bankers Association (AzBA) recently announced that Lynne B. Herndon, city president for BBVA Compass, will serve as the 2012-13 chairman of the board of directors for the association. Herndon succeeds James Lundy, president and CEO of Alliance Bank of Arizona, as chairman of the association. Mike Thorell, president of Pinnacle Bank, will serve as chair-elect. For more information, visit www.azbankers.org. This ad Is looking at you just like your ad will look at them. That’s right...CST Designer can put eyes in your ad too. 480.922.8732 advertise@CITYSunTimes.com www.CITYSunTimes.com Serving the Community Since 2002 BIZ BUZZ 7 10.12 CITYBUSINESS 8 10.12 BIZ BUZZ The Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival recently announced its newest board member, Janet Arnold. Arnold brings with her a wealth of knowledge and accomplishment gained through her decades of committed involvement in Valley arts organizations. Arnold was the founder and producing director of the Arizona Jewish Theatre Company, and has been an actress with various companies throughout the Valley for over 22 years. Under her direction, the Company grew since 1988 from a small community theatre to one of the largest Jewish theatre companies in North America before the economy forced it to close its doors in June 2012. The Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival will take place February 9-24. For more information, visit http://gpjff.org. Join Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane, 50 top global business exhibitors and hundreds of Arizona’s internationalists at the Fourth Annual Grow Globally 2012 event at SkySong by Arizona International Growth Group (AZIGG) on October 8, from 4-6pm. Discover the new world of international business opportunities with all of Arizona’s best global business resources together on one day. SkySong is located at 1475 North Scottsdale Road, in the Convergence Room. Tickets are $30 online and can be purchased by visiting w w w. g r o w g l o b a l l y. blogspot.com. Call 480-941-9026 • Always Open Garage Doors • Anthem Community Council • Aunt Jenny’s Remedies • AZ Desert Care • D & L Sprinkler Service • First Arizona Title • Home Smart Elite/ The Arapovic Group • La Siena CITYBUSINESS WELCOME NEW ADVERTISERS • Llama Palooza Ranch • Newman Eye Center • Pacifica Senior Living • Pit Stop Lube & Oil • ProSkill Plumbing, Heating & Air • Roadrunner Client Services • Scully Learning Center Foundation • The Artist Den WELCOME BACK ADVERTISERS • A Development L.L.C. • Above & Beyond Glass • Anne’s Closet • ASU Kerr Cultural Center • Azul-Verde Design Group, Inc. • Big Bronco • Big Earl’s Greasy Eats • Bill Mulliniks, State Farm Insurance • Cave Creek Guitar • Cave Creek Unified School District • Cave Creek Wicked • Circle G Roofing • Consignment Home • Desert Foothills Library • Foothills Animal Rescue • Keystone Homes • Lazy Lizard • Mumbo Jumbo • Quick N Clean Serving the Community Since 2002 • Beeman Brothers Drilling • Stefan Mann • Sue Beastall • The Mirror Man • Thunderbird Artists CITYSunTimes is a family of complimentary publications serving over 80,000 readers with its Northeast Valley, Carefree/Cave Creek and Scottsdale/Paradise Valley editions. CST is delivered to area homes and businesses and is available for free pick up at locations in Paradise Valley, North Scottsdale, Northeast Phoenix, Carefree, Cave Creek, Anthem, Black Canyon City, New River and Fountain Hills. 9 10.12 COMMUNITY Paradise Valley North Phoenix Paradise Republican Women’s Club Meets The PRWC will hold its next general meeting on Saturday, October 13 beginning at 10:30am at Gainey Ranch Golf Club, 7600 East Gainey Club Drive, Scottsdale. The guest speaker will be Phoenix Police Chief Daniel Garcia. The cost is $25. Paid reservations required in advance. For more information or to RSVP, visit www.prwc.org. Shop & Raise Funds For Charity Outlets at Anthem will host its eighth annual Shopping Extravaganza event to benefit local charities on Saturday, October 13. This limitedadmission charity fundraising event features one-day-only offers, a special shopper lunch, wine, dessert bar and opportunities to win several fantastic raffle prizes. More than $30,000 worth of goods from participating stores is to be raffled off, with the proceeds benefiting an assortment of local charitable and non-profit organizations. Last year’s event raised more than $45,000 for welldeserving organizations in the Valley. For more information, call 623.465.9500 or visit http://shop2012.eventbrite.com. Artist in Residence Dinner Javon Jackson (www. javonjackson.com) is a tenor saxophonist who came into international prominence as a member of Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers. His current musical group, The Javon Jackson Band, incorporates many styles including jazz, funk, R&B and rock. Jackson will be the guest artist at this month’s Artist in Residence dinner at Lon’s at the Hermosa Inn. The event will be held on Friday, October 19 at 6:30pm; cost is $99 per person. For information or reservations, call 602.955.7878 or visit www.hermosainn.com. 10 10.12 Public Meeting To Discuss Town Fees The Paradise Valley Town Council will hold a public meeting on Thursday, November 15 to consider adopting a municipal fee for fire and emergency medical services and fees associated with General Plan Amendments. These fees would be assessed under the Town’s statutory authority granted by ARS §9-240(B)(29). For more information, visit www.paradisevalleyaz.gov. Autumnfest In Anthem The Anthem community will host its 5th Annual Autumnfest on October 27-28 at the Anthem Community Park, 41703 North Gavilan Peak Parkway. Celebrate all things fall with arts and crafts vendors, live entertainment, a kids’ zone with inflatables, pony rides and hay rides, pumpkin patch, food court with beer and wine garden. The free event runs from 10am-5pm. Call 623.742.6050 or visit www.onlineatanthem.com for more information. Get Your Boo On! Ridgecrest Healthcare, a senior nursing facility, will host its 15th annual Halloween Hullabaloo on Tuesday, October 30. Open to the public, the free event offers a safe, fun way for families to celebrate Halloween. Enjoy trick-or-treating from 5:30-6:30pm and games, treats and a haunted maze from 5:308:30pm. Ridgecrest is located at 16640 North 38th Street in Phoenix. For more information, call 602.482.6671. Town of Paradise Valley: call 480.948.7411 or visit www.paradisevalleyaz.gov City of Phoenix: call 602.262.6011 or visit www.phoenix.gov City of Scottsdale: call 480.312.3111 or visit www.scottsdaleaz.gov Scottsdale Go Pink On The Waterfront The Marshall Way Bridge in Downtown Scottsdale will once again be adorned in pink light bulbs this October in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Pink Light District returns to the Scottsdale Waterfront with an official VIP lighting ceremony at 7pm on Thursday, October 4. You can support the effort by sponsoring a pink light bulb for $25. All proceeds generated from this unique fundraiser will benefit the Arizona Institute for Breast Health, and the funds will go directly to support women who are dealing with a breast cancer diagnosis. To sponsor a light, visit www.aibh.org. Scottsdale Philharmonic Kicks Off Season The Scottsdale Philharmonic, conducted by Dr. Martin Province, opens its first concert season on October 28 at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts with a performance of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue performed by Arizona Attorney General Tom Horne. The orchestra serves the greater Phoenix/Scottsdale area by providing a series of classical and pops concerts free of charge to the public. For information, call 480.990.2727 or visit www.scottsdalephilharmonic.com. Benefit For Camelot Starry Knights, a benefit for Camelot Therapeutic Horsemanship, will be held on November 3 from 6-9pm at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort, 7200 North Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale. The evening includes dinner, silent and live auction and guest speaker Rupert Isaacson, the producer and star of the critically-acclaimed documentary, The Horse Boy. Camelot Therapeutic Horsemanship is a Conductor Dr. Martin Province NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS nonprofit organization that teaches horsemanship to children and adults who have physical disabilities. Proceeds from the event will be used to expand services to include assisting children with autism. For more information and to purchase tickets, call 480.515.1542 or visit www.camelotaz.org. COMMUNITY Contact Your Municipality Holiday Craft Boutique The Blessed Sacrament Women’s Club of Scottsdale will be hosting its 36th Annual Church Mouse Boutique holiday craft show November 3 (8:30am-4:30pm) and November 4 (7:30am1pm). Enjoy two fun days of shopping with 50 crafters/vendors, a raffle, silent auction, sweet shoppe, café and door prizes. Blessed Sacrament Church is located at 11300 North 64th Street in Scottsdale. For information, call 480.948.8370. Serving the Community Since 2002 11 10.12 COMMUNITY FOREVER FAMILIES / BY SARA CLAWSON Aid to Adoption of Special Kids Jayde is a 14-year-old who is passionate about caring for animals and is excited to be in high school this year. Summertime for Jayde, 14, was pretty sweet. She recently baked up some treats at Sprinkles Cupcake shop in Scottsdale. Her summer also included singing, dancing and camp, and she’s excited to be a high school freshman this year. “I used to dress really kiddish, but once I started growing older, I like getting really dressed up, wearing makeup, doing my hair and stuff,” she says. “I’m looking forward to just feeling older, getting to do stuff on your own more.” Dressing up and dabbling in makeup is normal behavior for any girl who is transitioning into becoming a young lady, but Jayde’s maturity level is above that of her peers. She prefers to surround herself with positive influences. “I stay with the positive people. If they’re negative, I try and set them boundaries,” she says. “Because negative can bring you down in their situation and [people] can like set you up for negativity and for a false friendship.” She would be a wonderful positive role model to younger siblings in a forever family. “Well, I like loving and caring people [who] have a good personality, active, have kids younger than me, like animals, too,” Jayde says. Jayde is passionate about animals and wants to open a safe place for animals that have been abandoned. “I want to start a home for animals that’s like the movie, Hotel for Dogs. I want to make a home for animals, not just dogs, though. For all kinds of animals that need homes – cats, dogs, birds, parrots – any kind of animal,” she says. Jayde says she will make those dreams come true by continuing her education. “I want to go to college. I want to have a job. I want to have a family. I want to have a good future,” she says. For information on Jayde, call Aid to Adoption of Special Kids at 602.254.2275, or visit www.aask-az.org. Every Step Counts: Support AIDS Walk Phoenix 12 10.12 The fifth AIDS Walk Phoenix and 5K Run will take place on Sunday, October 21 in Downtown Phoenix. Walkers, runners, pets and teams can register for the event to help raise operating funds for local HIV/AIDS service agencies. This year’s goal is $500,000. Last year, $376,000 was raised and net proceeds were distributed to the benefitting agencies. This year’s benefitting agencies include A New Leaf, Agape Network, The Bill Holt Clinic at Phoenix Children’s Hospital, Chicanos Por La Causa, Compassion in Action, Concilio Latino De Salud, Ebony House HIV Services, Heal International, HIV/AIDS Law Project, HIV Care Directions, Joshua Tree Feeding Program, Maricopa Health Foundation, Maricopa Interfaith HIV/ AIDS Alliance, Inc., Native Health, One N Ten, The Phoenix Shanti Group, Project Hard Hat, Southwest Behavioral Health Services, Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS and Terros. Register or donate at www.aidswalkphoenix.org. For more information, visit www.auntritas.org or call 602.882.8675. Volunteers: A Lifeline For Phoenix To contact City of Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton or for more information, visit www.phoenix.gov/mayor or find him on Facebook/Twitter: mayorstanton. Serving the Community Since 2002 In Phoenix, as graffiti has become a challenge in parts of our community, we have leveraged the power of volunteers to help the City remain a beautiful place to live and work. Through our Graffiti Busters initiative, volunteers from across the City take charge and participate in regular cleanups of graffiti in their neighborhoods. From 2011 to 2012, more than 7,000 graffiti sites and nearly 7,300 illegal signs have been removed by 117 volunteers. Together these volunteers have contributed more than 3,200 hours to help keep Phoenix blight free. Additionally, the City of Phoenix has donated nearly 6,100 gallons of paint to support the volunteer-led, graffitiremoval efforts. Through a coalition called Cities of Service, Phoenix and more than 100 cities have come to realize the power of impact volunteering to move the needle against some of our nation’s most important issues. Under the leadership of New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, several cities came together in 2009 to found Cities of Service as a bipartisan coalition of mayors committed to addressing critical city needs through impact volunteerism. When Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake decided the city needed to up its game to tackle urban blight, city leaders crafted a plan to involve volunteers to repurpose vacant lots. When Nashville Mayor Karl Dean surveyed the damage of historic floods in summer 2011, he didn’t look solely to the traditional tools of government for solutions. He looked to citizens, and mobilized an army of Nashville volunteers to remove more than 60 tons of debris from miles of waterways and plant more than 3,000 trees in strategic locations to prevent future flooding. strengthening their communities and creating a tidal wave of change through the collective power of volunteer service. COMMUNITY MAYOR GREG STANTON WRITES In our city, through Volunteer Phoenix (www.myvolunteerphoenix. org), we connect residents with service opportunities that match their abilities and passion. I challenge my fellow mayors across the country to make this same investment and I challenge residents to invest in their cities by 13 10.12 HEALTH & WELLNESS The Basics Of Yoga There’s a lot of confusion about what yoga is and how it benefits the overall health of an individual. Yoga is commonly known as a generic term for a physical, mental and spiritual discipline. The cornerstone of all yoga classes should revolve around learning how to take deep, full, breaths. This style of breathing stimulates the side of the nervous system that induces relaxation, stress reduction, a slowing down of the organs (thus preserving them) and release of endorphins (natural painkillers) that the body produces. This is the opposite of the usual mechanism most people operate on, that being “flight or fight” mode, which elevates the heart rate, slows down the digestive system and releases adrenalin into the body. When the adrenal glands get taxed, hormone levels are disturbed and the immune system struggles. Yoga is a practice. There are no two people with the same abilities or capabilities in yoga, so there is great 14 10.12 emphasis on support and encouragement by participants. There are usually parts to each yoga pose that involve some sort of core balance, stretching and constricting in some cases that even address the health of the internal organs. At the end of every yoga class a greeting is said by the yoga instructor and repeated by students in response. That greeting is Namaste. Namaste is a gesture which represents the belief that there is a divine spark within each of us that is located in the heart chakra. It is a symbol of gratitude – honoring the truth that we are all one when we live from the heart. At One Love Yoga, all types of people are repeatedly and painstakingly guided through this process. One Love Yoga is located at Grayhawk, 20831 North Scottsdale Road, Suite #111 (near Bashas’). Call 480.513.9642 or visit www.oneloveyogaaz.com. Open seven days a week. Remedy For Pilates Enthusiasts Remedy Pilates and Massage, a recently expanded wellness studio focused on Pilates exercise, group fitness programs and the latest in specialty massage, will hold a grand re-opening celebration on October 20 from 10am-3pm and will feature complimentary group fitness classes every hour, scrumptious small bites, sweet treats and merchandise giveaways, plus a few added surprises. Pilates enthusiasts can also join Remedy and raise money for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation during a special Pilates in the Park fundraising class, which will take place outdoors at the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park Paradise Ramada on October 28 from 10am-12pm. The cost is a $10 donation, which will be donated directly to the Foundation. Remedy is located at 6949 East Shea Boulevard, Suite 115, in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.699.8160 or visit www.remedypm.com. Have you been clinging to the cancer. The study, published in notion that vitamin D3 should 2011 in the journal Anticancer be taken at low doses? Are you Research, tested 3,667 people worried that you are taking too for serum D3 levels, and much? The Mayo Clinic website compared this against doses is still listing the Institute of of vitamin D3. Even though the Medicine’s “Recommended “normal” serum D3 range for Daily Allowance” (RDA) most laboratories falls as established in 2010, STEVE P. TIMMONS between 30 and 100ng/ and which was set at ml, many studies Compounding Chemist 600 IU per day for ages have suggested that Paradise Valley one to 70. Thankfully, the a level of 60-80ng/ml Mayo website does inform the reader is needed to drastically decrease that higher doses are being used for a the risk of various types of cancer, variety of conditions. including breast cancer. A toxic level CF Garland, at the University of might theoretically be reached above California San Diego’s Department 200ng/ml. of Family and Preventative Medicine, The findings of the study showed has been carrying forward research that it would take a dose of 9,600 IU geared toward finding out how much per day to bring 95 percent of the vitamin D3 is enough to give us a population to a level above 40ng/ natural level of protection against ml, still leaving many people below WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW CAN’T HELP YOU the anti-cancer range supported by scientific studies. A 20,000 IU dose per day would bring 95 percent of the people to almost 60ng, the minimum anticancer level. None of the participants who reported taking this much vitamin D3 on a daily basis were found to have toxic blood levels, but the researchers refrained from recommending a specific dose. According to the findings of this study, a rational starting dose would be 10,000 IU per day unless blood testing showed that a lower or higher dose was needed. This dosage is available over-the-counter at our pharmacy. Check with your doctor and decide what dosage is best for you. Steven P. Timmons is a compounding chemist and consultant for Mountain View Pharmacy. HEALTH & WELLNESS Vitamin D3: Are You Taking Too Much? Serving the Community Since 2002 15 10.12 FOOD & WINE Mix And Mingle At Scottsdale’s Culinary Extravaganza The 2012 Dine Out With The Chefs event will take place on Sunday, October 7 from 3-5pm at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, Dayton Fowler Grafman Atrium. Returning for its seventh year, Dine Out With the Chefs showcases the talents of more than 25 of the Valley’s premier chefs, along with live music by the Matt Johnson Trio; tastings of fine wines, vodkas, craft beers and coffees; gourmet cooking demos; and other surprises. Guests mingle with the chefs and sample their culinary creations, from tantalizing soups, salads and appetizers to some of their signature dishes and most decadent desserts. For all of the details, visit www.scottsdaleperformingarts. org/dineout.php. For tickets, call 480.499.8587. A New Destination For American Cuisine In North Phoenix Scottsdale Road Farmer’s Market Opens There is a new farmer’s market in town beginning this month. Torched Goodness, along with a number of other vendors, is bringing its delicious offerings to the parking lot of the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center on Scottsdale Road and Sweetwater beginning on October 14. The Scottsdale Road Farmer’s Market will run every Sunday from 8am-12pm. In addition to crème brulee from the Torched Goodness truck, other vendors (including DeCio Pasta, Claudine’s Kitchen Lebanese cuisine, Pickled Perfection and Happy Tails Barkery) will offer organic produce, all natural beef and chicken, Wild Alaskan Salmon, honey, bread, baked items (pastries), salsa, jams and jellies, pickled veggies, BBQ sauce, goat cheese, organic body care products and remedies and many more. There will also be plenty of prepared ready-to-eat-foods and other food trucks on hand. For more information, search “torchedgoodness” or “scottsdaleroadfarmersmarket” on Facebook. 16 10.12 Are You Ready For Some Tacos?! Salt River Fields plays host to the Third Annual Arizona Taco Festival October 20-21 from 11am-7pm. Enjoy $2 tacos in chicken, pork, beef, seafood and veggie, as well as salsa, guacamole and anythinggoes tacos from a number of competitors. Each team is prepared to sell 1,000 or more tacos, which could mean more than 50,000 total tacos for attendees. Competing for a $10,000 total prize purse are more than 50 taco teams, comprising local restaurants, bars, amateur competitors and caterers. Teams submit tacos to 50 National Taco Association judges who are sequestered in a closed tent for truly anonymous judging. The two-day event also includes a Tequila Expo tent and Beers of the World tent, live wrestling – Lucha Libre style – and cooking demos. General admission tickets are $12; kids 12 and under free. General admission two-day passes are $20. Purchase tickets online at www.saltriverfields.com. For additional information, visit www.aztacofestival.com. After years in the making and months of construction, Rusconi’s American Kitchen is now open in a comfortable, inviting space where Chef Michael Rusconi’s menu of hearty regional American dishes shines. Rusconi’s new venture offers a hearty menu of regional American cuisine featuring a wood burning grill with an abundance of affordable items. Delectable starters range from $6 to $9, and feature items like Blue Hill Bay Mussels immersed in smoked tomato broth, chardonnay, cilantro and lemon grass and the American Goat Cheese & Artichoke Fondue Pot with wood grilled pita. Entrees like Pork Osso Bucco with prickly pear braised red cabbage, asparagus and garlic mashed potatoes ($15), and Boneless Short Ribs braised in ancho chile chocolate sauce accompanied with a seasonal local vegetable ($17) are sure to have the taste buds singing. Guests can sip a cocktail made from freshly squeezed fruit and locally-grown herbs, or leave it to the sommelier to assist in the selection of the perfect bottle of wine. Rusconi’s American Kitchen is open every day for happy hour, dinner and wine flights – lunch and late-night service begins this month. It is located at 10637 North Tatum Boulevard, Suite 101B. For more information, call 480.483.0009 or visit www.rusconiskitchen.com. Serving the Community Since 2002 17 10.12 CITYPETS New Pet Boarding And Daycare Opens Pet Paradise, an upscale pet boarding and daycare operator, is scheduled to open its first Arizona pet resort in October. This former Pete & Mac’s location will be Pet Paradise’s 18th location and will open its doors to the public on October 1 at 1675 West Happy Valley Road. Pet Paradise Phoenix is an all-indoor resort providing playtimes rain or shine. This resort features indoor climate controlled pet suites, plush bedding and large play areas. Also available to pet owners are cat condos, grooming services and upgrades such as additional playtime options, ice cream snacks and fun promotions throughout the year. For more information, call 602.277.3647 or visit www.petparadiseresort.com. Chamber Hosts Community Animal Adoption Event The North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual animal adoption event on Saturday, October 13 from 10am-2pm at Wildfire Elementary School, 3997 East Lockwood Drive in Phoenix. The event is free and will offer a fun day for a good cause – finding forever homes for adoptable dogs, cats, rabbits, Guinea pigs and more. A silent auction will be held throughout the event. Some of the items available include: • Four Fitness Experience $100 gift cards • SOS Specialized Office Systems gift basket for the cat you love or someone who loves a cat: $75 value • SOS Specialized Office Systems gift basket for the bird you love or someone who loves a bird: $115 value • Two C & R Tire and Auto Repair $50 gift certificates For more information on the event, contact Fern Hailey at fern@cox. net; or Ralph Holmstrom at rholmstromjr@aol.com. For more information on the North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce, call 602.482.3344 or visit www.northphoenixchamber.com. 18 10.12 Trendy Pet & Rescue, a new store at Scottsdale Fashion Square, helps homeless animals find a great and loving home by partnering up with no-kill rescue groups. These shelters and rescue groups are offered free space at the store to assist in finding permanent homes for cats and dogs. Trendy Pet & Rescue does not sell pets, just accessories for them, including gifts for the true animal lover; delicious and healthy gourmet dog treats made by Amigo’s Kitchen, a great selection of bulk treats and chews, as well as natural high-end dog food, Earthblend Super Premium Natural. Products also include doormats, art prints, pillows, breed-specific totes by artist Robert McClintock, magnets, jewelry, greeting cards, fancy dog collars, bowls, and leashes and training videos by Pet Video Library. For more information, visit www.trendypetandrescue.com. CITYPETS Boutique Offers Free Space For Animal Rescue Shelters Wine And Dine To Raise Rescue Funds FOOTHILLS ANIMAL RESCUE PET-OF-THE-MONTH Nala: Four-anda-half-year-old female Serving the Community Since 2002 Start the fall season off right with wine, appetizers and dessert from local vendors, live music by the Cactus Shadows Jazz Band, a cigar station, an adoptable animal parade, a 50-50 raffle and a beautiful wine-themed silent auction, all to benefit Foothills Animal Rescue (FAR). The Whiskers & Wine event will take place on October 11 from 5:308:30pm at Pinnacle Peak Plaza in Scottsdale. Tickets are $25 per person and include wine tastings, appetizers and dessert. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.foothillsanimal.org, or at the FAR shelter office, 23030 North Pima Road in Scottsdale. FAR was founded in 1995 and is committed to compassionate and humane treatment of dogs and cats in need through rescue, shelter, fostering and adoption within Maricopa County. For more information on the event, contact event chair Kathy Gaines at 480.452.2002 or send an e-mail to kathy@foothillsanimal.org. 19 Nala is a big, beautiful strawberry-blonde bombshell. She is a sweet and sassy girl with a fiery personality. She can coexist with laid-back cats and dogs but needs to have her own space. Nala likes to talk and will tell you exactly what is on her mind. Her long hair will require regular grooming. If you are looking for a big cat with a big personality and don’t mind a little cattitude, Nala is the girl for you! Call 480.488.9890 to meet Nala. Adoption fee is $35. Foothills Animal Rescue is located at 23030 North Pima Road in Scottsdale. For more information, visit www.foothillsanimal.org. 10.12 CITYVIEWS 20 10.12 Dear Readers, I was born 30 years too soon. Finally! This year “Mad Men” didn’t win the Emmy for Outstanding Drama Series! Yay!!!! I can’t say that I could be any happier. Why so vitriolic a reaction to a TV show? Have I ever watched it? Yes. Briefly. I lived it. And it wasn’t fun then. Why would I want to relive it now? I avoid doing things a second time if they weren’t fun the first time. Trust me, this era was not fun. At least not from a career perspective! Women of my generation who went to work for ad agencies in the Sixties, no matter their education, intelligence, creativity or substance, were hired as secretaries. The guys were brought on as junior account execs. Sound familiar? The advertising world, however, wasn’t where I started. My first job out of college was in Inside Sales with Anaconda Wire & Cable Company in Newark, New Jersey. Having always had an aptitude for math and an interest in construction, I quickly became well versed in wire and cable specifications, design, use, terminology and pricing. I knew my stuff. Customers loved me. As my knowledge and skill levels increased, management had me assist in training some of the wet-behind-the-ears new college grads, a.k.a. young men, to go into the field to sell. I approached the regional vice president one day and asked that I be sent into the field to sell as well. I know more than these boys do, I told him, I have a great rapport with the customers, they love me (in case you missed that the first time) and much of what I was doing in the office could be taught to support personnel. I knew my stuff (as previously mentioned). That’s why they had me training them. His response, as he placed his arm around my shoulder in ever so fatherly a fashion, “Hope, why do you want to do that? You’re a lovely young woman. Find yourself a nice boy. Get married. Have babies.” Nowadays he’d get his you-know-what sued. But this was the early Sixties. Punishment for discrimination of this sort was not yet on the radar screen. Evidently, I knew enough to teach them. But, I was a girl. Thus, not good enough to do their jobs. So much for, “Those who can, do. Those who can’t, teach.” I quit. When word got out to my customers that I was leaving, although we’d never met face to face, several offered me jobs. One particularly interested me. Working for a distributor in New York City. We set a date to meet at his place of business in the Meatpacking District in lower Manhattan. This industrial area was straight out of On the Waterfront. You could almost hear Marlon Brando say, “You don’t understand. I coulda had class. I coulda been a contender,” echoing on the wharf. Trust me on this one – you didn’t want to walk around alone here after dark. Before dark, for a woman, was probably not the best idea either. Having more guts than brains, that not only didn’t deter me, it didn’t even occur to me. attractive and well, so young.” Guess I had handled myself well. We sat and talked for a while. I could second thought, probably not. (See above have the job if I really wanted it. But, reference to being a “student.”) “a young woman [who looks] like you Would I have become a financial shouldn’t be buried in the Meatpacking tycoon? I do like money. I was the only girl District. You should be uptown where you in most of my business and finance classes can meet a nice man.” Here we go again. at Temple University. Perhaps had I applied “Besides, I’d be concerned for your wellmyself better? being walking around on these streets.” A butcher, a baker, a candlestick maker? Talk about being objectified. Hate to admit Life has its twists and turns. Are our it. He was right. Not about the “meeting a paths predestined? nice man” part but about this area being I am the girl who couldn’t diagram a a bit dangerous for a young woman to be sentence. I wrote well, but could not (or walking around. Especially with a pony tail chose not to) identify what the components and short skirt. of the sentence were. Truth be told, I So, I went uptown as suggested really didn’t care. Not a bit. It all seemed and got a job with an ad agency. inconsequential to me what the pieces were One of my key responsibilities called as long as I knew how to use them. to my boss, the president of Nonetheless, I was on the editorial board of this agency, was to be sure his FLYte LYnes, the official publication of El Al! pencils were well sharpened every And, whoever wudda thunk that decades morning before he arrived. Points later I’d take those skills and develop a up. For this I needed a college publishing business? My English teachers education. are rolling over in their graves. That job didn’t last long. My daughter was born 35 years later. Ultimately I “moved up” to Opportunities for her are infinite. She is a office manager of a small public successful attorney. And a mother. Not to relations firm where although Oakley at six months with Glammie. Never too young to prepare for career. appreciated, I still was the “inside” mention, a great daughter! She has taken on community and business leadership roles. girl. Rarely met with the clients. And only in I was buzzed through the solid metal And, she is more of a student than I was! As a support capacity when I did. locked door of this warehouse building into for her daughter Oakley, who knows? One day waiting for the bus to go to a bare industrial type tiny reception room How exciting that young women work, a man with whom I had chatted and announced my arrival to the mature today can set their sights on anything they several times at the bus stop, and who woman behind the sliding glass window. At choose. There are career options for them coincidentally was an account exec with her direction, I took a seat on one of the two today that were not viable back then. More an advertising agency, mentioned that one metal chairs. No other furniture. Just two women today are reaching the top of their of his clients had an opening and I’d be a metal chairs. profession and far more women are in good fit. There I was. A young professional. leadership roles than ever before. Extraordinary long story short – that Oddly, I can remember exactly what I was Do these opportunities bring was my foray up to Assistant Manager of wearing. How weird is that? Can’t remember challenges? Of course they do. Public Relations and Advertising for El yesterday but I have a vivid imprint of As the new head of the International Al Israel Airlines. I was the only female my “look” that day: A MOD style that was Monetary Fund Christine Lagarde so aptly executive. fashionable and acceptable for the era. A stated, “…women cannot have it all when In my role, I was also Deputy Company powder blue, jeweled neck, Empire wasted it comes to juggling career and family life. I Spokesman, which meant when my boss dress with matching bolero jacket, white think you can in a way have it all as long as was unavailable, I would be the one to semi-opaque hosiery and brown patent you can afford to be patient. But you cannot address the press on behalf of the company. leather pumps with a low chunky clear have it all at the same time. You must accept He was rarely available. Yet another plastic heel. Very stylish. My long auburn there will be failures.” long story. hair pulled back in a pony tail. The good news: The days of “Mad Men” I was thus thrown into the fire. And did I must have looked like I was 12. (for the most part) are over. rather well even if I do say so myself! Moments passed. I saw a man behind As the Sixties commercial for One would think that I was now the glass window glance at me and then Virginia Slims touted, “You’ve come a long positioned to move up the ladder. Not so away. I faintly heard him ask the woman at way, baby.” fast, missy. Only men held the top positions the desk, “Where’s Miss Hoffman?” Perhaps not a long way enough. in the company. She pointed to me. He looked up. His Yup. Thirty years too soon! expression was priceless. I wonder what life would be like if I had He looked back down at her and asked, Warmest Regards, been born later. “Her?” Would I have become a doctor? She nodded. Probably not. Science scares me. And being I was the only person in the ante room. a “student” was not my best suit. Who else did he think? Would I have become a lawyer? Hope H. Ozer “I pictured you as a woman in her Perhaps. I’m really good at arguing. On Publisher forties or fifties, frumpy, wearing orthopedic shoes. Never in my imagination would I have expected someone so Follow the PUBLISHER’S PEN link to CST’s Publisher’s Archives on www.CITYSunTimes.com. PUBLISHER’S PEN ay, D l l A y l n O s Arizona’ t n e v E n e e w o l All Night Hal October 27 Planned For Cave Creek Wicked Chili Cook-off Benefit • First place: Best Overall Chili • Second place: People’s Choice • Third place: Best of the Best For additional information, call 480.488.1145 or send an e-mail to foothillsfoodbank@gmail.com for a form. Other activities include: • community-wide trick-or-treating • haunted maze in the Town’s tamarisk grove • horse decorating (in the grove) • Adaptive Force Thriller dancers • face painting and balloon fun • pin-up and make-up demo • pumpkin bowling ■ Cartwright’s ■ Big Earl’s Greasy Eats ■ Buffalo Chip Saloon ■ The Hideaway ■ Harold’s ■ Smokehouse Serving the Community Since 2002 Cave Creek Wicked will feature the third annual chili cook-off at the American Legion to benefit the Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center. Chili aficionados are encouraged to enter the contest, which costs only $15. Chili makers must be on-hand to serve their chili from 11am4pm on the American Legion lot, which is located at 6272 East Cave Creek Road. Winners (individuals, groups and restaurants) of the chili cook-off will receive the following recognition: Halloween will be spookier than ever during this year’s Cave Creek Wicked. Beginning Saturday, October 27, Cave Creek Wicked kicks off with fun for families, couples and singles from 11am-4pm. During this portion of the event, visitors will enjoy fun on the entire west end of Cave Creek along Cave Creek Road including the popular costume contests. Have you ever seen a horse dressed as a bride…a pooch garbed as a petunia or a goat dressed as a jailbird? You will if you attend Cave Creek Wicked. Horses don their best at 11am in the tamarisk grove in town and pets parade their costumes from 1:30-3pm on the west lot of Frontier Town. Kids get to show off during their costume contest from 2-3pm. Trick-or-treating also will be offered to all children. For the late night costumed crowd, from 7pm-2am on October 27, board a complimentary bus that continuously loops to and from the Town’s top saloons for wicked staggered costume contests, specialty themed cocktails and prizes. The saloons are: • music • kids’ carnival • arts and crafts 21 • fire and police fun at Clearance Time • fashion show and crystal and glitter tattoos (Pink Cadillac) • food and beverage • Desert Ridge Music Academy will play great music on the street For more information, visit www.cavecreekwicked.com. 10.12 ...where the sun marks time. MAYOR DAVID SCHWAN WRITES Keep Carefree carefree. I talk to many citizens in Carefree and they all agree they want Carefree to retain its unique way of life. Now, I ask for your help to approve General Plan 2030 in the November election. General Plan 2030 is intentionally designed to maintain and protect what we have in Carefree. General Plan 2030 is the foundation of our Zoning Ordinance. By adopting this critical document, we will be taking an important step, which will help preserve our lifestyle and our property values. If you live in Carefree or are thinking of moving to Carefree, you should know that the Town leaders are working to preserve our unique lifestyle. We are trying to improve what we have but we do not want to change our fundamental character. Carefree’s Planning and Zoning Commission worked on General Plan 2030 for over two years. These citizen volunteers produced a document to assure all citizens that Carefree will remain carefree. You can review General Plan 2030 on the Town’s website at www.carefree.org or you can obtain a copy at Carefree Town Hall, 8 Sundial Circle. Now it is up to the voters. I ask you to support General Plan 2030 with your affirmative vote on November 6. Mayor David Schwan Town of Carefree 480.488.3686; www.carefree.org Kiwanis Carefree Flea Market Photo courtesy Phylliss Henry 22 Don’t miss the upcoming Kiwanis Club of Carefree Flea Market on Saturday, October 6 from 8am-1pm. The free event is a bargain hunter’s paradise with something for everyone. “We’ll have our usual wide array of furniture, electronics and decorative items for every room in the home, including the workshop, exercise room, yard and patio,” says flea market chairperson Phylliss Henry. You’ll also find hardware, toys, sporting goods, costume jewelry, books, fun holiday decorations and much more. All electrical and mechanical items are tested. Proceeds benefit community programs. The flea market is held at the Dave Anderson Memorial Building, located at 7177 East Ed Everett Way on the southwest corner of Tom Darlington and Cave Creek Road. Look for the large Kiwanis Club of Carefree Flea Market signs. For more information, visit www.kiwaniscarefree.org. 10.12 Charles Schwab Cup This Month Tickets are still available for this month’s Charles Schwab Cup, which will be held October 31 through November 2 at the Cochise Course at Desert Mountain Club in Scottsdale. Any Day Grounds Tickets are just $20. When you buy tickets via the Tickets Fore Charity program, 100 percent of the net proceeds go directly to the charity chosen. The golf event will benefit the Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center and many other local charities. A $20 ticket includes grounds-pass admission to any day of the tournament. For more information and to purchase the tickets from Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center, visit www.foothillsfoodbank.com. For other charities and more information, visit www.schwabcuptfc.com. Foothills Community Foundation (FCF) will be having its first annual Casino Night FUN-Draiser on Saturday, October 27 from 6:30-9:30pm at the Holland Community Center, 34250 North 60th Street in North Scottsdale. For $35, participants will receive $300 in “funny money” to use on roulette, black jack, craps and more, Winnings can be used to bid on auction and raffle goodies like a Gainey Ranch staycation or an exciting “Segway Tour.” Consider buying a last minute ticket for the Community Spirit Raffle for the vacation of a lifetime. The drawing will be held at 9pm at the end of Casino Night, but you need not be present to win. All proceeds benefit FCF and the programs they support. For more information and to buy tickets, call 480.488.1090 or visit www.azfcf.org. Serving the Community Since 2002 FCF Casino Night Benefit 23 10.12 PVCC Named 2013 Military Friendly School Paradise Valley Community College has been designated by G.I. Jobs Magazine as a 2013 Military Friendly School based on its efforts to help America’s military service members, veterans and their dependents succeed as students and adjust to civilian life and college. The honor ranks PVCC in the top 15 percent of schools providing quality services. Jonathan O’Brien, who served tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, said PVCC’s Veterans’ Services set him on the path toward earning his associate degree. “I knew nothing about the process of enrolling or anything school-related. PVCC Veteran’s Services told me everything I needed ndbags • Luggage • Fine Leathergoods ww w.stefanmann.com Above the City & Beyond the Ordinary to know to get my ducks in a row. They were very friendly and had a good understanding of the education benefits,” he says. “We are pleased to be recognized as a military-friendly college,” says Stella Napoles, PVCC Admissions and Records/ Veterans’ Services supervisor. Contact the Veterans’ Services Office for assistance with benefits, student services and other military service transition issues. The office is located on the second floor of the Kranitz Student Center. Hours are 8am-6:30pm Monday through Thursday and 8am-4pm on Friday. Call 602.787.7045 or visit www.paradisevalley.edu/veterans. Oktoberfest For Parkinson’s Fundraiser Scheduled Eighth annual event features new 5K run, family bike ride 24 The Arizona Chapter of American Parkinson’s Disease Association (APDA Arizona) will host the Eight Annual Oktoberfest for Parkinson’s celebration on Saturday, October 20 from 5-8pm in the newly renovated botanical gardens at Sundial Park and Amphitheatre in Carefree. A new addition this year is a 5K Run and Family Fun Bike Ride beginning at 3pm. Oktoberfest festivities include live music performed by Mark Florentine and the Tremble Clefs, great food and silent auction and raffle. As the signature fundraising event for APDA Arizona, the goal is to raise $50,000 and attract more than 1,000 attendees. Admission is $25 per person, which includes a German-style buffet provided by Carefree Station Bar & Grill, as well as plenty of fine ales and wines to sample. Since 2005, the event has raised more than $100,000 for APDA Arizona, which is dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of Arizonans with Parkinson’s disease. For information about sponsorship opportunities or additional event details, contact Tom Viviano at 602.839.3542. For more information, visit www.apdaarizona.org. ...AND TELL THEM YOU SAW Shop Local }THEIR AD IN CITYSUNTIMES! 10.12 Desert Foothills Theater Presents The Pajama Game Desert Foothills Theater (DFT), a program of the Foothills Community Foundation, presents The Pajama Game October 25 through November 4 on the Main Stage of Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center, 33606 North 60th Street in North Scottsdale. Emmy-award winning director/ choreographer Dee Dee Wood returns to DFT, joined again by Dan Kurek, to direct this Broadway classic. Bright and brassy, this unconventional, fastpaced Broadway favorite is every bit the embodiment of legendary director George Abbott at his very best. The energetic score by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross is brimming with songs and dances, which have become popular with audiences throughout the years. Performances are at 7:30pm Thursday-Saturday and at 2pm on Sunday. Tickets range from $15 to $30. Visit www.desertfoothillstheater.com or call 480.488.1981. Carefree Open House Serving the Community Since 2002 Serving Carefree and the surrounding area, Carefree Coverings has been a one-stop source for interior design and home décor needs for years. After being challenged by the turn in the economy, owner Gary Pelow opened a Hunter Douglas Showcase storefront. He says this endeavor wasn’t easy, but it opened up new avenues of growth both personally and professionally for him. Today he is pleased to introduce the Hunter Douglas Mobile Showroom. On November 7, a catered open house will be held from 5-7:30pm at Carefree Coverings, located at 7275 East Easy Street in Carefree, to officially launch the mobile showroom. It will display many window fashions including duettes, pirouettes, luminettes, vignettes, wooden blinds and roller shades. The Carefree Coverings mobile showroom is available to come to any home or business. For an appointment, call 480.595.2920. 25 10.12 Come out for Carefree Sundays at el Pedregal Shops and Dining at the Boulders Resort. Enjoy lively music, distinctive shopping and refreshing wines every Sunday afternoon throughout the month. The lineup includes: Carefree Sundays In October October 7 – Affinity Enjoy an extensive repertoire of contemporary swing, big band jazz and vocal harmonies ranging from Frank Sinatra to U2. Affinity spotlights female and male vocalists with a powerful rhythm consisting of guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, saxophones, trumpets and trombones. October 14 – Khani Cole Khani Cole performs a range of jazz and popular songs. She has recorded and appeared with Jazz legends such as Brian Bromberg, George Benson and Joey Di Francesco. Cole will perform songs from her three hit albums with band members Mel Brown, Mike Florio and Joey Navarro. October 21- Silhouette Silhouette performs vibrant R&B, Soul and Motown music. The Silhouette band is made up of Cornelius Bishop, Anthony Kinchion, Tim Forkes, Chris Strong and Alex Holland. October 28 – Urban Quartet Noted as “not your ordinary string quartet,” the band brings to the stage an eclectic repertoire performing original and contemporary works including Metallica, Sting, Coldplay, Led Zeppelin and more. Band members include Carrie Caruso on violin, VerRona Grandil on viola, Melanie Yarger on cello and Jason Camiolo on drums. Carefree Sundays: Live from el Pedregal festival is sponsored by AZ Wines. The event is free with food and wine tasting tickets available for purchase. Visit www.elpedregal.com. Wild West Days Is Near! Reserve Your Space in the November Edition Now! 40,000+ copies distributed throughout the Valley promoting your business and this exciting event. 26 Contact Bob Hesselgesser 602.214.7661 Bob@CITYSunTimes.com www.CITYSunTimes.com 10.12 SOUL CONNECTION Lacey is our beautiful and loving Samoyed. Relaxing in the chair and wearing glasses, she looks like she just finished reading Tillich’s The Courage to Be. Lacey is bright, but the truth is, she didn’t read The Courage to Be – she ate it. She also ripped the cover and chewed the corners of my Bible that I’ve had since I was a teenager. When I saw the damage, I restrained my impulse to inflict capital punishment, which wouldn’t have been a very Christian response. She began her fascination with my library by chewing on my old philosophy, theology and psychology books. I assumed she didn’t think the subjects in those books were of any value and maybe she was sending me a message. Then I figured out she likes the musty smell and taste of the books. Now that I’ve removed all of my books from the two lower shelves of the bookcase, Lacey has moved on to scavenge in Kathie’s office. A few days ago, she chewed up some of Kathie’s old books, including one Kathie bought in 1963, one I never knew existed, How to Help Your Husband Get Ahead. That’s embarrassing! Lacey, like most pets, is observant and she must have concluded the project of boosting up the man in the house wasn’t working, so she might as well enjoy the book. Lacey is misbehaving. How should we respond? Anatole France said, “Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains un-awakened.” Of course, I still love Lacey and treasure my soul connection with her. Allen Nohre lives in Carefree with his wife, Kathie. He is a writer at TERROS Behavioral Health, publishes the blog www.spiritandsoulconnections.com and can be reached at anohre@cox.net. Serving the Community Since 2002 27 10.12 Stefan Mann, the family-owned handbags, luggage and fine leathergoods store located in the el Pedregal shopping center, has moved into a larger suite, still on the upper level of el Pedregal, but now on the opposite side. Founded in 1979 by Stephen Sanders, Stefan Mann was the name chosen by Sanders to honor his father (Stefan for Stephen) and his mother’s maiden name Mann. The first Stefan Mann leathergoods store was opened in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. Soon to follow were the Stefan Mann stores located in The Borgata of Scottsdale, in the Dallas Galleria, in the el Pedregal shopping center and Trump Tower in New York City. Now nearly 93, Sanders has semi-retired with the el Pedregal Stefan Mann being the one and only. The aim of each Stefan Mann store was and is to find items as unique as each of its customers. Many bags are one-of-a-kind works of art from artists in the Czech Republic by Bambas; or by artists in India made by Anuschka; or artwork laser-printed on handbags, shoes and wallets by Icon using the artwork of the masters such as Klimt, Monet or Renoir or contemporary artists. Stefan Mann also specializes in unique business cases, electronic cases, i.e., for phones, tablets and e-readers and portfolios. Open 10am-6pm Monday through Saturday and 12-5pm on Sunday, Patrice and Victoria (pictured) are always delighted to help. Visit www.stefanmann.com. Heather Soderberg New Location For Stefan Mann Thunderbird Artists: Rated as one of top five art experiences Thunderbird Artists recently took honors in Experience AZ Magazine, a biannual travel and tourism publication as one of the ‘Top 5 Arizona Art Experiences.’ This season, the group has added a new experience taking place in Surprise as well. Thunderbird Artists will be offering nine different Art Experiences throughout the Phoenix area this season. Each show is separately juried offering new and different fine art and fine crafts. The backdrops of diverse urban areas add to the individuality of each event with the following line up: Waterfront Fine Art & Wine Festival, October 26-28 – 7135 East Camelback Road, Scottsdale Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival, November 2-4 – 101 Easy Street, Carefree Thunderbird Emporium of Scottsdale, November 16-18 – 7135 East Camelback Road, Scottsdale Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival, January 18-20 – 101 Easy Street, Carefree 28 Arizona Fine Art EXPO, January 10March 24 – 26540 North Scottsdale Road, North Scottsdale Surprise Fine Art & Wine Festival, Febriary 1-3 – 15960 North Bullard Avenue, Surprise Waterfront Fine Art & Wine Festival, February 15-17 – 7135 East Camelback Road, Scottsdale Fountain Hills Fine Art & Wine Affaire, March 15-17 – 16810 Avenue of the Fountains, Fountain Hills Admission for all events is $5. Visit www.thunderbirdartists.com. 10.12 MAYOR VINCENT FRANCIA WRITES Mayor Vincent Francia Town of Cave Creek 480.488.1400; www.cavecreek.org Learn how to beat rising home energy costs and improve your overall energy efficiency at Celebrate Solar, an informative, educational workshop taking place at the Desert Foothills Library on October 15 from 10:30-11:30am. The one-hour session provides an easy-to-understand breakdown of home energy audits and solar electric benefits. Renewable energy, lease options, rebates and the latest technology available for the home or business will be discussed. Attendees are invited to bring in utility bills for analysis. The Library is located at 38443 North School House Road in Cave Creek. Admission is free. Refreshments and hors d’oeuvres are provided. Seating is limited. Reservations are recommended by calling 602.826.7977. Serving the Community Since 2002 The word community is derived from the Latin communitas, which when broken down reveals cum – with/together – and munus – gift. A fitting definition for those that live in Cave Creek. With that in mind, the community will come together in its annual rite of giving to others in the Taste of Cave Creek. The two-day event, slated for October 17 and 18 at Stagecoach Village, functions on multiple levels. It’s a celebration of Cave Creek, an opportunity to renew ties with friends and neighbors, a welcome to all those from elsewhere to join us and last but not least, an excuse to party. Not that Cave Creekers need an excuse. The one-stop, sample-‘til-you-drop event, now in its fifth year at the present site, is due to the dedication and vision of Town Manager Usama Abujbarah, Town staff and volunteers. Assembled are over 25 restaurants, beer and tequila gardens, Sonoran Arts League exhibits and a variety of entertainment. New this year is a Tim and Willy Chili Cook-off and a music contest put on by Chicks with Picks. The Taste of Cave Creek moniker is somewhat misleading for the restaurants and participants also come from Carefree, Phoenix and North Scottsdale. This is a tribute to how the event has grown to be more inclusive. In doing so, the notion of community has expanded. Taste of Cave Creek is a gift given by one community to neighboring communities: the coming together to celebrate. That is its spirit. And it is good. Solar Workshops At Desert Foothills Library 29 10.12 Hog Run To Benefit Heart Patients The first annual Hog Run For the House will thunder through Cave Creek, Rio Verde, Scottsdale and Fountain Hills to benefit the Arizona Transplant House at Village at Mayo Clinic, a non-profit sanctuary home for individuals preparing for or who recently received an organ transplant and are going through bone marrow/stem cell transplant cancer treatment. According to Mike Demarchand, chairman for the Hog Run, the run will allow motorcycle aficionados the opportunity to ride as part of a five-stop poker run and the chance to enter a raffle to win a Harley Davidson soft tail motorcycle valued at more than $24,000. A private benefactor donated the motorcycle. All cyclists are welcome. Cyclists will begin the run at the Harley Davidson of Scottsdale at 9am and proceed to the five stops before returning to the Harley Davidson dealership for prizes, music and a Whiskey Ranch BBQ lunch. The cost to participate in the run is $25 for a single rider and $35 for double riders. Raffle tickets to support the cause can be purchased for $10 each or $100 for a book from the Arizona Transplant House. For more information, visit www.aztransplanthouse.org or call 480.609.1324 to register for the run and buy Harley Davidson raffle tickets. Farmers’ Market In Cave Creek A monthly Farmers’ Market in Cave Creek starts October 6. Stop by between 9am-1pm to enjoy locally-grown, fresh produce (chemical/ pesticide-free) from a certified organic farmer, fresh local eggs, baked goods, local olive oils/stuffed olives, tapenades, Mediterranean specialties, local honey and many other wonderful items. The market will also offer the Knife Sharpener (The Edge), who will be on hand to sharpen knives, scissors, shears, chisels and more. The market will be held in downtown Cave Creek in the parking lot of the Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church. For more information, visit www.azfarmersmarkets.us. 30 10.12 Scully Learning Center Celebrates Second Year Work slated for Taste of Cave Creek, Wild West Days The Town of Cave Creek will play host to The Taste of Cave Creek on October 17-18 at Stagecoach Village with more than 25 restaurants in an outdoor, open-air setting. Local artist Lance Headlee will be participating in the art exhibit and sale, looking forward to his fifth year showing at The Taste of Cave Creek. “What an amazing venue,” says Headlee. “It’s a great place to meet my customers, reconnect with friends and show new pieces of work.” Headlee feels he is always challenged to produce new work that “eyeballs have never seen.” At this year’s Taste of Cave Creek, Headlee will be showing his bold new collection revealing his versatility as an artist. He is well-known for his fine art portraying the mythical fantasy cowboy of the Old West. “This new collection is different,” he says. But his annual print for Cave Creek’s Wild West Days will not be a disappointment to collectors who love his unmistaken “Headlee” version of the contemporary American cowboy. Headlee selected “One Cowboy” for the print this year and he will be ready to sign the 2012 Limited Edition print at both Cave Creek events. For information about Lance Headlee, visit www.lanceheadlee.com or come meet the artist in person at The Taste of Cave Creek on October 17 and 18. This year’s two-day event includes nightly Cave Creek Acoustic Music Competition by Pandy Raye and Chicks with Picks and nightly Sanderson Ford-Sanderson Lincoln Tim & Willy Cave Creek Chili Cook-Off. Other highlights include wine, beer and tequila tastings, country and rock music with Tim & Willy’s All Earl Band and other local favorites, plus the Sonoran Arts League fine art exhibit and more. For information, visit www.tasteofcavecreek.com. Serving the Community Since 2002 Scully Learning Center Foundation (SLCF) will be decked out in red, white and blue celebrating the beginning of its second year with an All American Picnic. The event will take place on the grounds of the Scully Learning Center in Cave Creek on October 21 from 3-7pm. Meet the mascots Ruby & Opal, two lovable goats, and Henny Penny, a yellow hen. Visit the organic garden and purchase fruits of Scully’s labor. See the art studio where you may purchase artwork created by SLCF participants. “Working with our participants this year has been such a blast,” says Paula Scully, founder of the Center. “Scully Learning Center participants have enriched my life by their enthusiasm and joy.” There will be tours of the Center, entertainment, music, hot dogs and hamburgers with all the trimmings and fun family activities, all of this for a $40 donation. All proceeds will go toward funding SLCF experiences, expanding programs and purchasing safety and first aid equipment. Festivities will be held at the Scully Learning Center, at the corner of Cave Creek Road and Rancho Manana Boulevard. Look for the signs. For information about tickets, e-mail Chris Clark at chris@ scullylearningcenter.org. Scully Learning Center Foundation, a 501c3 Arizona non-profit organization, was founded to enrich the lives of developmentally challenged community members. SLCF realizes this goal by providing meaningful, creative and fun experiences. Lance Headlee: Artist In Action 31 10.12 Saturday, November 17 el Pedregal at The Boulders Rock the District is an annual benefit concert for the Cave Creek School District. Students throughout the district perform to raise money and help their arts and music programs. The event’s first and second concerts raised over $10,000! Check it out at www.rockthedistrict.net and be sure to get your tickets. Wild West Days Is Near! Reserve Y our Space in the November Edition Now! 40,000+ copies distributed throughout the Valley promoting your business and this exciting event. EXPANDED COVERAGE – CST covers the corridor from Paradise Valley to Black Canyon City – From Phoenix to Scottsdale and Fountain Hills! Mailed and available for free pick-up. Reach over 80,000 readers! 32 Reserve Your Space Today! Contact Bob Hesselgesser FOUNTAIN HILLS 602.214.7661 Bob@CITYSunTimes.com www.CITYSunTimes.com 10.12 Country Star Rodney Atkins At Harold’s Concert is part of Cave Creek’s Wild West Days Celebration Courtesy Kristin Barlowe Harold’s Cave Creek Corral celebrates Cave Creek Wild West Days with a special outdoor concert featuring one of Country Music’s fastest rising stars, Rodney Atkins, on Saturday, November 3. Gates open at 8pm and the show starts at 9pm. Platinum-selling artist Atkins will perform his No. 1 smash hit “Take A Back Road,” his current single “Just Wanna Rock N Roll” and other popular songs. An East Tennessee native, Atkins has an impressive track record with hitting on sentiments that strike a chord with the country listener. He’s had five number one hits from his first three albums, from “Watching You” and “These Are My People” to his most recent smash, “Farmer’s Daughter.” Tickets are available via Ticketmaster, 800.745.3000, or www.ticketmaster. com, and are $15 for general admission standing and $25 for general admission seats. Preferred front row seats are available for $40 and $50 VIP tickets include preferred seating and full access to Harold’s patio. Prices include tax. Harold’s is located at 6895 East Cave Creek Road in Downtown Cave Creek. Visit www.haroldscorral.com. Serving the Community Since 2002 Tatum Ranch Golf Club Second Annual Car Show 33 Do you have a car you’d like to show off? The Tatum Ranch Golf Club Second Annual Car Show will be held on Saturday, October 10 from 10am-2pm. The show is open to Exotics, Muscle Cars and Hot Rods. Awards will be given for “Best in Class.” Limited to 75 cars. Enjoy a bar-b-que lunch, music and local vendors. There is no entry fee. Please arrive by 9am. Donations to Foothills Food Bank will be accepted. Call 480.585.2399 to reserve your spot. 10.12 Cave Creek Bull Run The 5th Running of the Bulls USA will be held in Downtown Cave Creek on October 20. This one-day festival will offer seven bull runs with 12 bulls in each run. In 2011 there were over 1,000 thrill seekers. Runners can run a quarter of a mile in front of the bulls for $25. Spectators can watch their favorite runner and enjoy lots of other entertainment for $20. Entertainment will include many exciting events, including a charity run. Tickets are available by visiting www.runwiththebullsusa.com. Museum Re-opens For 2012-13 Season 34 10.12 Get ready for an exciting year of events as the Cave Creek Museum re-opens on Wednesday, October 3. Located at 6140 Skyline Drive, Cave Creek Museum features an extensive collection of prehistoric and historic artifacts that describe the lives of Native Americans, miners, ranchers and pioneers. The Museum hours are Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 1-4:30pm, and Friday from 10am-4:30pm. Entrance fees are $5 for adults; $3 for seniors and $2 for students. Children 12 and under are free. Cave Creek Museum is planning several events during the season, including a “Miner’s Dinner” fund-raiser for its Stamp Mill in November, “Antiques Appraisal Days” in January, “Authors’ Month” in February, several Children’s Workshops and more. For information, call 480.488.2764, or visit www. cavecreekmuseum.org. • Home Delivery • www.CITYSunTimes.com • Join Us On Facebook for Updates Throughout the Month! Lazy Lizard Celebrates Five Years A Cave Creek favorite Local Artists At Local Library A new art exhibit featuring a unique collection of “out of the box” mixed media art work by local artists will be held at the Desert Foothills Library. Opening day is October 11 and the exhibit will run through Friday, October 26. The public is invited to see the recent works by a small group of artists working under the tutelage of classically trained artist Roberta Kritzia. The collection of art represents a mixed media technique produced in an environment of an “art studio” as opposed to an art class. Kritzia’s philosophy on “being an artist” has Roberta Kritzia taken physical form in her weekly art workshops in Cave Creek. She says “artistic people, at a certain stage, have had enough art classes.” For the past 27 years she’s been researching, designing and conducting yearly trips for artists and non-artists to Europe. She has set forth an environment for artists to work in and produce fine art while emphasizing drawing and composition. Desert Foothills Library is located at 38443 North Schoolhouse Road in Cave Creek. For information, call 480.488.2286. Serving the Community Since 2002 As one of downtown Cave Creek’s most colorful storefronts, Lazy Lizard is truly a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. The popular local business offers the best in consignment and estate sale items. It also specializes in whole house liquidation. Lazy Lizard carries quality Southwestern, Mexican and Rustic styles and more offered at surprisingly low prices. It’s a great place to browse when looking for eclectic and unique pieces for your home from furniture and art to lighting and accessories. And if you’re interested in something new –The Lazy Lizard can build a custom sofa to your specifications. As they celebrate five years this month, Owners Liz and Steve Kennedy would like thank their faithful consigners. “I also really credit our success to my supportive husband, my son, grandson and all the other employees,” adds Liz. “As we just celebrated the birth of our 11th grandchild, our family is why we do what we do.” There’s always something new to see and the friendly staff will offer a helping hand if a customer needs it. If you are looking for unique style – head to the Lazy Lizard, located at 6116 East Cave Creek Road in the heart of Cave Creek. Open seven days a week 10am-5pm. For more information, call 480.488.6505. 35 10.12 Locally Owned Ace Hardware Stores Celebrate A Decade Horse Owners Workshop and sidewalk celebrations offered Three Valley Ace Hardware stores are set to celebrate 10 years in business in October. The stores are located in Cave Creek, Carefree and Goodyear, and are owned and operated by Dave and Cheryl Karsten. In honor of this accomplishment, each store will have a special celebration. The month-long, 10-year anniversary celebration includes in-store and parking lot special events with anniversary cake, special vendor displays, product demonstrations, door prizes, raffle prizes, hot dogs and soft drinks, fill-a-bucket sales and kid’s events including pumpkin decorating and pet adoptions at the Cave Creek store in conjunction with the Four Peaks Animal Rescue. The anniversary event celebration is slated from 9am-3pm, on Saturday, October 20 at the Carefree and Cave Store owners Dave and Cheryl Karsten Creek locations. “It’s all about the customer,” says Karsten. “We want each one of our customers to feel like they’re our friends, and each store works hard to cultivate that atmosphere. This celebration is as much for our customers as it is for our store; we’re thankful for their loyalty and support.” As part of the celebration, the Cave Creek store will present a Horse Owner’s Workshop on October 10 from 7-9pm. Horse owners and enthusiasts can learn everything they need to know about the latest developments in nutrition and health for their horses. Speakers include Dr. Richard Godbee, Ph. D., technical service manager at Farnam Companies, who will discuss equine digestive health. The title of the talk is “The Science of Keeping Your Horse Hydrated.” Admission is free to the family-friendly events. Those with questions are welcome to call the store for more information. 36 Karsten’s Ace locations include: Hardware Cave Creek – 28220 North Tatum Boulevard – 480.513.7020 Carefree – 36889 North Tom Darlington Drive – 480.488.4400 Goodyear – 610 North Estrella Parkway – 623.932.1017 10.12 Wild West Days Set To Unfold November 2-4 See the November edition of CITYSunTimes for extensive coverage of Wild West Days. Contestants Wanted For Bathtub Races Serving the Community Since 2002 Get ready for the 10th Annual Wild West Days, Arizona’s largest western venue and a Cave Creek signature event, November 2-4. The three day venue throughout the Town kicks off with three days of non-stop family entertainment, mutton bustin’, costume competitions, musical performers, period vendors, a Walk for 100 benefit, various horse-related activities and much more. After musical acts on November 1, Arizona’s most western parade will kick off Wild West Days, with historian and western personality Bob Boze Bell serving as the parade grand marshal. There will also be special appearances by Mayor Vincent Francia, Sheriff Joe Arpaio and a host of cowboy legends. This year’s title sponsor is Sanderson Ford and Sanderson Lincoln on Bell Road. Other exciting Wild West Days activities include bathtub races, pig races, Thieves Market, Wild West bull fest, Cowboy Gathering, country music, wildlife exhibits, western art and more. Wild West Days also will feature the second annual Gun Down by Sundown. Led by the town’s entertainment company, Six Gun Entertainment, LLC, the two-day event will feature gunfighter groups from throughout the West that will perform in gunfight competitions all day long, on November 3 and 4. The final performance will feature a special centennial show in honor of Arizona’s 100-year anniversary. A comprehensive list of scheduled events and activities will be updated at www.wildwestdayscavecreek.com. 37 Ever see grown men and women race to the finish in decorated bathtubs? One of Wild West Days’ funkiest events, the bathtub races are a highlight of Arizona’s largest western event, which runs November 2-4. During the race, to be held on Saturday, November 3 at 2pm, up to 12 bathtubs will make a mad dash to the finish line in modified tubs specially equipped to sprint down the center of Cave Creek Road. One person acts as the driver while the other is the tub pusher. Wild West Days is seeking contestants for this unique western event. Contact Kim Brennan at 602.882.1442 for more information and an entry form. 10.12 38 10.12 SPECIAL DEAL? HOLIDAY SALE? STORE PROMO? ADVERTISE@CITYSUNTIMES.COM ADVERTISE@CITYSUNTIMES.COM Serving the Community Since 2002 39 10.12 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT AROUND TOWN October 9 The Black Keys US Airways Center http://ticketmaster. com; 800.745.3000 October 12-13 Arizona Dance Festival Thru February 10 Modern Spirit – Fashion of the 1920s Tempe Center for the Arts www.tempe.gov/tca; 480.350.2822 Phoenix Art Museum www.phxart.org; 602.257.1222 October 12 – November 14 October 4-28 State Fairgrounds www.azstatefair.com 128th Annual Arizona State Fair 18th Annual Pumpkin & Chili Party Schnepf Farms www.pumpkinandchiliparty.com; 480.987.3100 Photo courtesy Arizona Dance Coalition October 6 Festival of the Arts Herberger Theater Center www.herbergertheater.org; 602.254.7399, Extension 117 October 12 – November 14 October 18 Into the Woods 38th Anniversary Art Walk Desert Stages Theatre http://desertstages.org; 480.483.1664 Scottsdale Gallery Association at Scottsdale Arts District www.scottsdalegalleries.com Continued, page 41 Featured Event October 26-28 Waterfront Fine Art & Wine Festival Presented by Thunderbird Artists at Scottsdale Waterfront www.thunderbirdartists. com; 480.837.5637 Photograph by Zeny Cieslikowski 40 10.12 Explore more than 100 world-class, jury selected artists from around the world displaying paintings, sculptures and pottery in a variety of media, hand woven baskets, inlaid wood turned bowls, jewelry and black and white or color photography. Performing all weekend, along with other talented musicians, is violinist Teresa Joy. In addition, more than 40 different domestic and imported wines will be available for tasting. There is a fee of $10, which includes an engraved souvenir wine glass and six tasting tickets. The Waterfront is also home to some of Scottsdale’s finest restaurants, including Herb Box, Olive & Ivy, P. F. Chang’s China Bistro, Sauce, Stax Burger Bistro, Wildfish Seafood Grill, Zoe’s Kitchen and many more. Admission is $5 for adults; 10am-8pm Friday and Saturday, 10am-5pm Sunday. Parking is free and valet parking is offered for a fee. Scottsdale Waterfront is located at 7135 East Camelback Road. October 19 – November 4 Proof Theatre Artists Studio www.thestudiophx.org; 602.765.0120 October 26-28 Annual Fall Sale Heard Museum North Scottsdale www.heard.org/north; 480.488.9817 October 27 Zombie Walk 4 Heritage Square and Science Park http://downtownphoenix.com Arizona’s first full length western The highly anticipated Copper Wind, a film directed by Chaz Lee and produced by Six Gun Entertainment, will premiere October 12 at the Herberger Theater in Downtown Phoenix. “This is the first Arizona western to be shot exclusively in our state from start to finish,” says Lee. “In addition to being the first full length western to feature all Arizona talent and incredible scenery, this film has the lingo, locations and wardrobe of 1881.” This explosive, action-packed film centers on love, hate, vengeance and discovery. The talented cast includes more than 85 Arizona professionals and numerous prominent Arizona personalities. For the latest on the production, visit www.facebook.com/copperwind. Serving the Community Since 2002 Copper Wind Debuts October 12 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Continued from page 40 41 10.12 Business Expo October 24 Connect with the community at the 14th Annual Fountain Hills Business Expo, hosted by the Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce. This year’s event will be held at the Fountain Hills Community Center on October 24 from 3-6pm. Over 50 Fountain Hills and Arizona businesses will be showcased at this free community event. Last year, there were more than 1,500 attendees. Take advantage of this opportunity to establish new business and valuable contacts in a fun and creative atmosphere. There will also be dozens of free giveaways and raffle prizes. The Fountain Hills Community Center is located at 13001 North La Montana Drive in Fountain Hills. For additional information, visit www.fountainhillsbusinessexpo.com. Halloween in the Hills Get out and enjoy some Halloween family fun this year in Fountain Hills at one of the best Halloween events in the Valley. Halloween in the Hills 2012 is Wednesday, October 31 from 5-8pm. Celebrate Halloween with games, food and fun at this family-friendly event, which takes place on the Avenue of the Fountains. Not only will kids enjoy free carnival games, trick-or-treating and bounce houses and petting zoo, but four-legged canine “kids” are also welcome. The line-up includes: • Pets & Their People Costume Contest 42 • Pumpkin Carving Contest • Pet Adoption • Fire Truck Candy Drops • Free Digital Child Identification Kits • Food & Drink • Petting Zoo • Professional Photos • Spider Village • Trick-or-Treating • Thriller Dance Contest 10.12 Event Schedule for the Avenue of the Fountains • 5-6pm: Registration for Pets & Their People Costume Contest • 6pm: Thriller Dance Mob will perform in the “Hallow-arena” on the center of the Avenue • 6:30-7:30pm: Pets & Their People Costume Contest on the center of the Avenue in the Hallow-arena. The Fountain Hills Noon Kiwanis will also be offering hamburgers, hotdogs, drinks and more. There’s a lot to do, so show up early and see it all. For more information, visit www.halloweeninthehills.com. MAYOR KAVANAGH WRITES Outdoor Dining In Fountain Hills CITYSunTimes announces expansion to drive business “Towards the Horizon” to the Town of Fountain Hills! Reach beyond the Fountain Hills market! CST’ss circulation ensures that your message is seen by over CST’ 80,000 readers who have the discretionary income to support your business – buy your product or service! CITYSunTimes.com “The Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce is excited to have CITYSunTimes as one of its newest members. We welcome you to the organization and are excited for your continued success and expansion into the Fountain Hills Community.” The Fountain Hills Theatre will present Ashes to Ashes October 5-12. Broadway director R.J. Spaulding wakes from a wild weekend binge and discovers that he is engaged to three women who think he is alternately a peace activist, a Russian spy and a Mafioso hit man. With the help of his neighbor, lies pile upon lies as R.J. tries to keep the girls away from each other and his alimony hungry soon-to-be-ex-wife. The production runs Friday and Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 2pm. Fountain Hills Theatre is a non-profit, community organization dedicated to providing live, quality theatre experiences to the people of Fountain Hills, Rio Verde, Tonto Verde, North Scottsdale and the Fort McDowell Indian community. Cash Mob Don’t miss the next Cash Mob on Wednesday, October 24. Auto Mobile Detective is the starting point (Service Business Host) at 11819 North Saguaro (near Fountain Hills Express) at 5pm. As always, the retail business and restaurant will be announced after 5pm. Participating Mobsters are asked to have fun and spend at least $10 at the retail establishment. Grab three or four friends and neighbors and pass along the invitation to others to join in to support of our local business community. Greater Fountain Hills Business Alliance “Cash Mobs” are concerned area residents who “Mob” a local business and show their support by spending at least $10 with a local business. Serving the Community Since 2002 With the change of seasons and the moderating temperatures it ushers in, now is a great time to enjoy the outdoor dining with views that only Fountain Hills can offer. Cast off the constraints of indoor, four-wall dining and expand your culinary horizons by Coming to the hills, Fountain Hills. Several restaurants capitalize on their immediate proximity to the Fountain Park, making your patio dining experience aesthetically and aquatically unforgettable. For pizza and Italian food, check out the outdoor dining in the park at Euro Pizza or drink and snack right next door at Grapeables Wine Bar & Lounge. Also in the park with a patio is Mountainview Coffee for light breakfast and lunch fare and great coffee. And while you’re there, pop inside Spike’s Treats and buy your dog one of their fresh homemade doggie cookies; perhaps a dog biscotti? Then take a stroll with Fido around our beautiful lake. Just across the street from the fountain are two popular sports grills with enough TVs to follow all the games your heart desires and patios with park views to boot. They are The All American Sports and Phil’s Filling Station Grill. And if more traditional American fare is your desire, check out the mega patio overlooking the lake at The Fireside Grill in the Holiday Inn. Moving up the Town’s main commercial street, one finds unique patio dining at Sofrita’s, which offers tapas and specialty sangrias. Flamenco dancers sometimes perform outside at this quaint Spanish-themed restaurant, whose owner imparts a Puerto Rican flair to her dishes. Of course, Fountain Hills has many more patio restaurants with views for you to explore and enjoy, and next month I will introduce you to our serene golf course and mountain-view restaurants. Mayor Linda M. Kavanagh Fountain Hills 480.816.5100; www.fh.az.gov Fountain Hills Theatre 43 –Shawn C. White, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce and Attorney at the Law Firm of Sternfels & White, PLLC. Join other community businesses in Fountain Hills and expand YOUR horizons! Contact Sharon Madsen today at 602.684.1475 or sharon@CITYSunTimes.com for rates and information! 10.12 YOUTH & EDUCATION Chinese Guest Teacher Program Expands Horizons Cave Creek Unified School District (CCUSD) was selected to host four native Mandarin-speaking teachers and one intern for the 2012-13 school year as part of several Chinese Guest Teacher Programs. Associate Superintendent Dr. Jana Miller is excited to see CCUSD continue to strengthen its Spanish, French and, more recently, Chinese language programs. “This marks the first year of rolling the K-8 Chinese program into our high school. Having students take the Advanced Placement Exam while reaching intermediate levels of proficiency is our goal,” says Miller. Besides teaching Mandarin Chinese, guest teachers assist with curriculum development, student recruitment and materials development and serve as cultural resources for other subject areas and for cultural enrichment activities. World Language Consultant Cristina Ladas facilitated the guest teacher application process because, “We have to prepare our students for suceess in our global economy. Giving them another world language means enhanced critical thinking and problem solving across all content areas.” For more information, call 480.575.2000 or visit www.ccusd93.org. SUPERINTENDENT’S MESSAGE Professional Learning Communities The 2012-13 school year offers a host of positive changes for the Paradise Valley Unified School District. We opened our newest school, Fireside Elementary, in the Desert Ridge community. Fireside has an emphasis on science and technology, a Core Knowledge curriculum and also offers a preschool for gifted students. We also added 30 minutes of additional instructional time to elementary schools across the District this year, giving students more time to engage in rich and meaningful learning. Additionally, every one of our almost 2,000 teachers began participating in formal, system-wide Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), a process that will benefit both students and staff. PLCs are not new to our district, but this year we have implemented them in all 46 of our schools. PLCs provide a structure for educators to review DR. JAMES P. LEE Paradise Valley Unified School District student achievement data, plan their instructional work and, most important, assess whether those instruction plans and activities are producing the desired gains for children. In a PLC, teachers work collaboratively to find ways to more deeply incorporate technology into day-to-day instruction along with the 21st century skills – communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity – our students will need for 21st century success. The benefits of professional learning communities include better informed and committed teachers and quantifiable academic gains for students. Experiences in school districts nationwide suggest that PLCs are a powerful staff-development tool that can translate directly into advances in student achievement and positive school change. I am excited about the new school year and eager to see the results that will flow from our lengthened school day and implementation of PLCs district-wide. Thank you for your support of PV Schools. We are on our way to another terrific school year. To reach Dr. Lee or for more information about the Paradise Valley Unified School District, call 602.449.2000 or visit www.pvschools.net. 44 10.12 Phoenix Country Day School invites the community to visit the campus at a fall Admissions Open House on Sunday, November 4 from 11am-1pm. Families interested in enrollment information for fall 2013 may take advantage of this opportunity to have a comprehensive tour of the campus and facilities. Faculty and staff will be available to explain the school’s programs and answer questions. Pre-registration is appreciated but not required; visit www.pcds.org/ openhouse. Children are welcome. The school is located at 3901 East Stanford Drive in Paradise Valley. For more information, call the Admissions office at 602.955.8200. Tours will be available in Spanish. PVUSD Students Assist U.S. Troops Serving the Community Since 2002 On the last Wednesday of each month, from 5-8pm, North Canyon High School students join Susan Transon, Paradise Valley district staff member and mother to a U.S. Marine, at the Sweet Tomatoes restaurant to prepare care packages for U.S. troops overseas with help from the non-profit Military Family Support Group. The students also speak to veterans from other conflicts (WW II, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan), hear their stories and offer support to families who have lost a loved one. For information on how to get involved, contact Transon at stranson@ pvlearners.net. Arizona Charter Northeast To Host Community Open House An open house is scheduled for new and prospective students and their families to learn about Ombudsman Charter Schools, an alternative to traditional public schools for middle and high school students 20 and younger who prefer smaller class sizes, a flexible schedule, need to recover credits or are at risk of dropping out. Charter schools are funded by the State of Arizona, and students attend free of charge. Ombudsman Charter Northeast provides an alternative blended learning environment with personal support and individualized instruction from highly qualified, certified teachers. Students attend one of two fourhour sessions, Monday through Friday, which allows time for family and work responsibilities. Staff will be onsite on Friday, October 5 from 4-7pm during the event and available to answer questions and schedule enrollment appointments. Charter Northeast is located at 3242 East Bell Road in Phoenix. For more information, visit http://ombudsman.com/arizona_charter or call 602.485.9872. Tell them you saw them in CITYSunTImes! ✤ Visit www.CITYSunTimes.com or find us on Facebook. YOUTH & EDUCATION Phoenix Country Day School Plans Open House 45 ✤ To advertise, call 480.922.8732 or e-mail advertise@CITYSunTimes.com. 10.12 Annual Fundraiser To be Held The Black Canyon City Chamber of Commerce will hold its biggest fundraiser of the year – the fifth annual Wine, Cheese and Pie event, on Saturday, October 20. This is the fourth year the event will be held at the outdoor Garden Patio of Rock Springs Café. The event is held to raise funds for the non-profit organization and the majority of the funds are utilized to maintain the Visitors Center at Harmil Plaza. The event is from 6-11pm and includes a silent auction from 6-8pm, casino gambling with the famous AZ Duude (www.arizonaduuude.com) from 7-10pm and dancing under the stars in the cool evening until 11pm. The grand prize for the top gambler is a hot air balloon ride for two. The cost is $15 per person or $25 for two. The price includes three glasses of various wines and $500 in “poker chips” for gambling. There will also be light appetizers served and Rock Springs will have its outdoor bar open for those who do not prefer wine. The pie served that evening will be donated by historic Rock Springs Café, a long time member of the Chamber. Rock Springs Café is 10 minutes north of Anthem off of I-17, exit 242. For more information, call 623.374.5794 or visit www.rockspr ingscafe.com. Tickets can be purchased from any Chamber board member or at the Visitors Center. For additional information, call 623.374.9797 or visit www.blackcanyonaz.com. School Holds Harvest Festival 46 10.12 Cañon Elementary in Black Canyon City will hold a Harvest Festival on Friday, October 26 from 5-8pm. Enjoy games and booths, food and a zombie house, among other things. The event is being held at the school, 34630 East School Loop Road. For more information, call 623.374.5588. New SCORE Event Slated For October After last month’s successful event, the Black Canyon City Chamber of Commerce will host another SCORE workshop on Tuesday, October 9. This month’s workshop will focus on customer service, with an emphasis on phone etiquette, website perception, communication and overall general impressions. The Chamber board is working closely with the Northern Arizona Chapter of SCORE to bring quality workshops to business owners to help businesses profit and stay viable in these tough economic times. Another free workshop is scheduled for November, followed by a business plan workshop series in January. SCORE is a non-profit association and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Association. The workshops will be held at the Chamber of Commerce Office and Visitors Center, 34561 Old Black Canyon Highway, Black Canyon City. For more information, contact the Chamber office at 623.374.9797. Lions Host Radio Show Halloween Festival The Black Canyon Bi-Centennial Lions Club will hold an Old Fashioned Radio Show and Dinner Halloween Festival fundraiser on October 27 at Kid Chillean’s Steakhouse (I-17 and Exit 244). The event is open to the public and admission is $20 for ages 13 and up; free admission is offered to kids under 12 in costume. Dinner will be served at 5pm, followed by a live performance of the Baby Snooks Halloween Show – a re-creation of the radio series originally broadcast in 1946. Other festivities include a raffle and costume contest. For event information, contact Lion members Justin Burch (928.772.6543) or Karen Brewer (928.899.3310). For additional information, visit www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/blackcanyon. Gallery Opens At Rock Springs The Artist Den, a new gallery of fine art, crafts, minerals and jewelry, recently opened in Rock Springs Plaza (at I-17 and Exit 242 – look for the yellow two-story house). The facility also houses a Jean Harlow Museum featuring an antique copper-lined bathtub, an oak bed in which she slept and other items from the period, in addition to a bird-watching window. The Artist Den will begin hosting an outdoor Art & Craft Show on Saturdays from 9am-5pm beginning this month. Prices start below $5 and as the gallery continues to expand, it hopes to offer something for everyone. Artists whose work is shown at the gallery include Philonese, Gary Bennett, Patrick Trotter, Donna Rice, Mike Padian, Carol Cordalis, Adrian Fortier and Lief Ross. For more information, contact Manager Paul Cordalis at 623.374.0524. CITYLIFE Thugettes Are women the new thugs? Maybe “thug” is too strong a word for grocery store rudeness, but it seems to the Male Call Advisory Board™ that ladies aren’t that ladylike anymore. Case #2 A few days ago I literally had three items in my hand – no need even for a hand basket – when a thugette with 20 or 30 items charged up to the line at the same time with nary a side-glance. Once again I practically had to leap out of her way. By the way, this happens in lots of stores. Now, when two guys arrive at the same time, typically one waves the other through, at least acknowledging the presence of another human being. To be fair, women now hold doors and don’t always bring cucumbers to a potluck, but we may have to cut off your supply of Fifty Shades sequels until your line-bogarting manners improve. Need a guy’s perspective? Jot a note to Male Call at jrobertpenn@aol.com or check out the Male Call archives at words-in-action.com. Serving the Community Since 2002 Case #1 Your genial columnist was in Fry’s with a hand basket of about eight items. Just the usual gourmet stuff – cheap wine, cheese, wine, Cheetos and some wine. JAMES ROBERTS Needing a regular checkout lane for Author ~ Phoenix other business, I headed for the “about 15 items” lane… at exactly the same time as a woman bearing down to the same spot, chock-full of items. Did she notice my meager basket and wave me ahead (knowing as she must have that she was overloaded)? No, she did not. In fact she didn’t even nano-pause but charged on ahead such that I had to halt in my tracks to avoid collision. She proceeded to unload more than 25 items. I know this because I had plenty of time to count them after perusing the latest Kardashian news. This wouldn’t have been tooooo bad except that once the poor checker got through her 25 items, the thugette, as I now think of her, pulled out a fistful of coupons – probably 20 or more – which meant that her total checkout count was more like 45 items. 47 10.12 CITYLIFE WEB EXCLUSIVES AT www.CITYSunTimes.com DOG-EARED REVIEW Create Your Own Personalized Style Are you too old for coloring books? Artist, Hop David, doesn’t think so. Go ahead and splurge! Get yourself the big 64 box of crayons. Enjoy the waxy aroma the first time you open the box. Enter that remembered childlike Zen-zone, and escape for a few minutes a day. Hop’s coloring books are not just for adults – you may want to share them with your kids because these mathematically inspired pictures can connect algebra and geometry to the creative side of the brain, providing a new level of understanding for students. Now isn’t that a better way to learn math? MELANIE TIGHE Book Enthusiast ~ Phoenix Melanie Tighe is the owner of Dog-Eared Pages Used Books, 16428 North 32nd Street in Phoenix, and a lifelong lover of books. Visit her at www.dogearedpagesusedbooks.com. If you read my column regularly, you know what a great advocate I am of personalizing your interior spaces. Lately, I’ve become aware of the growing trend of another kind of personalizing. It is with monograms, both in the fashion and home industries. You see it on shirts, blouses and sweaters, belts, bags and jewelry. In the home fashions industry, you’ll find BARBARA KAPLAN monogramming on towels, blankets, bed sheets, picture frames, Interior Designer ~ Scottsdale diaries, stationery and even monogrammed sleeping bags are in. 2012 Camaro ZL1 Lots of show with plenty of go It was just a few years ago that I talked about how much fun it was for me to see the pony car wars heating up again. Well now two of the manufacturers are kicking it up a notch: Ford with the Shelby GT500, which I’ll talk about another time, and Chevy’s ZL1 Camaro. I have to say I loved the car for a lot of reasons, not the least of which is the ZL1’s purely CATHY D. AND BILL Z. American muscle car music emanating from the exhaust. www.twofortheroadusa.com TICKET GIVEAWAY OCTOBER CONTEST Get Your Pirate On With Valley Youth Theatre! Four lucky CITYSunTimes readers will win a pair of tickets to see Valley Youth Theatre’s (www.vyt.com) production of How I Became a Pirate. The musical, based on the best-selling children’s book by Melinda Long, runs October 12-28. To enter, complete the short survey form, and mail to Pirate Theat-arrr! CITYSunTimes, #413, 10645 North Tatum Boulevard, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85028. Deadline to receive submissions is October 15. Do you receive CST at [ ] your home or [ ] pick up on newsstand? Who is the primary reader of CST in your home? __________________________________ 48 Do you have children? ___________________ Do you have pets? ___________________ FOUNTAIN HILLS What kind of advertising do you look for in newspapers? ______________________________________________________________________________ Name ________________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ Phone Number _______________________________________________________________ E-Mail _______________________________________________________________________ 10.12 Now Serving Carefree/Cave Creek NE Valley Scottsdale/Paradise Valley Fountain Hills CITYSunTimes is a family of complimentary publications serving over 80,000 readers with its Northeast Valley, Carefree/Cave Creek and Scottsdale/Paradise Valley editions. CST is delivered to area homes and businesses and is available for free pick up at locations in Paradise Valley, North Scottsdale, Northeast Phoenix, Carefree, Cave Creek, Anthem, Black Canyon City, New River and Fountain Hills. Show Us Your Winning Smile! Our readers and recent giveaway contest winners are all smiles. If you’d like to join these folks, check out our October ticket giveaway on page 48. CITYLIFE CONTEST WINNERS Here are some of our giveaway winners, who saw the Valley Youth Theatre production of Legally Blonde – The Musical at Herberger Theater Center in August. Pictured L-R: Rob Bergman, Kadra Bergman and Julie Bergman, who said, “The show was fantastic. It’s unbelievable how talented these young kids are. We had a wonderful time.” Ramona Napier, who also won tickets to Legally Blonde – The Musical, had this to say: “My friend Kari and I thoroughly enjoyed the performance. We were very impressed with the talent of the young people in the cast, as well as everyone behind the scenes that helped produce this entertaining musical.” The September contest winners of a pair of tickets to see the Arizona Diamondbacks take on the Chicago Cubs on September 30 are: • Nancy Reitmyer of Scottsdale • Barbara Sandro of Scottsdale Congratulations to you both! Serving the Community Since 2002 49 10.12 50 10.12 CITYSERVICES CITYSERVICES Serving the Community Since 2002 51 REAL ESTATE TATTOO MORE citySERVICES Continued on page 52 10.12 CITYSERVICES Continued from page 51 CLASSIFIEDS UPHOLSTERY EMPLOYMENT Help Wanted PERSONAL ASSISTANT NEEDED For Resolving Issues, Check Mail, Pick up Deliveries, Grocery Shopping, Banking and Bill Payment. You will have access to car and paid $460/ wk. Send your resume or interesting letter to : s.dra1@aol.com or call 602.753.5872. SMALL BOUTIQUE HOTEL SEEKS HOUSEKEEPER and/or night audit. Cleaning rooms, laundry, deep cleaning, maid services. Taking reservations, late check ins, retail, etc. $10 hourly, part time or full time. Hospitality experience preferred. Downtown Cave Creek. Call 480.488.3668 or email resume to contact@tumbleweedhotel.com REAL ESTATE Rent WANT TO RENT a single family home with 2-car garage for $1200 a month. No HOA. Relocating from the East Valley. 480.348.2331 Health & Wellness Home Services EXECUTIVE CARE LLC provides full range concierge type non-medical in-home care services using a personalized care plan suited to your loved ones needs. Our Caregivers are carefully selected, well trained, supervised, and are matched to your exact requirements. Our personable people bring an abundance of positive attitude & energy to your home. Services include companionship, personal care, and home-making with an emphasis on preparation of healthy, high quality meals. Services provided on a live in 24 hour basis or hourly. Call 480.882.0960 to learn how we can help keep your life running smoothly. AC-REPAIR-REPLACE-SERVICE Mears Mechanical can repair, service or replace all brands of equipment. Mention this ad and Get $25 OFF your Service. FREE estimates on new replacement equipment! Residential & Commercial. Let us take care of all your home and business heating and cooling needs. LicensedBonded-Insured ROC-240112 K39. 623.465.0668. Art Classes SKETCH, PAINT ALL LEVELS! Learn how to paint “Out of the Ordinary”. Bring your enthusiasm to our Cave Creek studio Fridays, 10 a.m. to 12-Noon. 4 classes $100. Get excited about your Art with professional artist/teacher ROBERTA KRITZIA. For information and to reserve your space call 480.907.7436 or email roberta1119@aol.com Life Coaching SERVICES REACH 52 R TARGET OU KET! AR M Y Hauling-Rubbish Removal Service 480.922.8732 advertise@CITYSunTimes.com RUBBISH WORKS: Your Local Junk Hauler & Chamber Member. Labor, Hauling, Junk Removal, Garage/ House Cleanouts. Any combination of Debris! We Recycle or Donate. We remove Old Furniture, Boxes, Trash, Household Items, Appliances, Garbage, Moving Items, Yard Waste, Construction Debris. Safe, Reliable, Insured. Contact Brandon 480.545.1220x711 or BToon@rubbishworks.com WWW. RUBBISHWORKS. COM/PHOENIX Electrical ELECTRICAL SERVICES - PROMPT Installation of Ceiling Fans, Fixtures and Security Lights. LOW, LOW, Rates. Remodels and Light Plumbing. Call Robert Weiss Today! Not a licensed contractor. Insured. 602.997.7076 10.12 LIFE COACHING FOR WOMEN Compassionate and trusted life coaching, helping women find personal and spiritual growth; restore self esteem, self worth, integrity and honor after personal loss, sexual betrayal, or divorce. Diane C. Olsen, Professional Life Coach. Member American Association of Christian Counselors. www.dianeolsen.org 480.285.8780. Stucco Repair THE PATCHMAN 35 years experience. Can patch bird holes, paraputs, scuplers, cracks in house, fence, soffit, etc. Fill in windows, doors, doggy doors to match existing. Add new popouts or change finish to new texture. Can take care of any water or weather related stucco problems. Call Bill at 602.930.6398 (cell) or 602.547.8661 (office). Licensed, bonded, insured. SLIDING GLASS DOOR REPAIR Is your Sliding Glass Door TOUGH to open? Does it seem to weigh a TON?NO need to replace the entire patio door! JUST replace the rollers!CALL Robertís Sliding Door Repair 520.289.5668. Refer to this ad for $10 OFF, ask about our multidoor discount. Landscaping ANY AREA - Unlimited Tree Trimming and Total Yard Clean-up Specialists. We specialize in all tree trimming, pruning, topping, thinning, shaping. Weed removal, mow, edge. Removal and hauling of anything and everything. You name it, we do it! Reasonable, Reliable, and Prompt. Call Vuna now, 480.600.7357. HANSON’S LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE Lawn and Landscape Services. Weekly, Bi-weekly, Monthly. FREE Estimates. 602.404.2810. Personal Services PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR Need some professional help with a problem? Looking for someone, adultery, child custody issues, police not helping, unsolved crimes, recovering assets? Surveillance and background expert. I can help and at a reasonable price! Retired law enforcement with extensive investigative experience both Federal and Local. FREE consultation. 480.823.1916. CAR SERVICE Airport, dinner and drinks, doctor or hospital transportation, sporting events, golf, and all business affairs. Donít fight traffic and donít get driven to TENT CITY by the POLICE, hire me! Iím not a big corporation with hidden fees. Iím a local guy, who is reliable, trust worthy and always on time. So you can sit back and relax in my luxury SUV which can seat up to seven comfortably, safely and in style. 602.327.3058. Don’t Be Afraid…Take A Step and hold my breath. But something happened to me as I watched a trusted friend swim so effortlessly. That friend dared me to swim, to take a chance. His encouraging invitation made all the difference. Now I swim like a fish. In the desert, a healthy fear of poisonous snakes or scorpions is good. However, there is a destructive fear that paralyzes us from stepping out and experiencing life in all of its goodness. A little part of us dies when we allow our fears to win. Think honestly. Are there some places in life where an unhealthy fear might be holding you back? PASTOR PAUL WITKOP Light of the Desert Lutheran Church Jazz It took me a long time to learn how to swim. I might be the only person in history to flunk the YMCA swimming classes of tadpole and minnow twice each. The problem was fear. I was absolutely terrified to go under the water • Are you holding a grudge? Is it the fear of admitting you are wrong that is holding you back? Ask God to give you the courage to go to that person and forgive and move on. • Are you stuck in the wrong job but are afraid to look for one that fits you better? Ask God to help and then prepare a resume and send it out. • Are you mired in the quicksand of a bad habit or bad finances? Are you afraid to ask someone for help before it further wrecks your life? The key to conquering our fears is INSPIRATION to tell the truth – to admit our fears – then to ask for God’s help. As we face our fears with God’s help, God has promised to renew our strength and our minds, to build our confidence and courage. I sought the LORD, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears. Psalm 34:4. Pray that God will give you one action step that will move you toward overcoming your fear. Then step out in faith and do it! Paul Witkop can be reached by e-mail at paulw@lightofthedesert.org or at 480.563.5500. Concert Benefits Two Local Charities Serving the Community Since 2002 Coolwater Concert Series presents “An Evening of Cool Jazz,” featuring multi-talented musician and composer Shea Marshall. The benefit concert will take place on Friday, November 2 at Coolwater Christian Church, located at 28181 North 56th Street in North Scottsdale, starting at 7pm. Doors open at 6pm. Opening for the Shea Marshall Trio will be the Half Past Nine jazz ensemble. All concert proceeds will benefit two local charities: the Foothills Food Bank – providing food and assistance to those in need; and the Scully Learning Center – enriching the lives of developmentally disabled participants. To reserve tickets, call 480.510.8203 or e-mail jjwilla220@aol.com. Tickets are $30 per person in advance or $35 at the door. Jazz Concert To Help The Homeless 53 Members of the community can come together to help their neighbors in need on Thursday, October 25 in the Carefree Garden Amphitheater. From 7-8:30pm, several churches in the Cave Creek, Carefree and North Scottsdale areas will sponsor a jazz and gospel concert to benefit those struggling with homelessness in the area. Professional musicians from Music Serving the Word Ministries will perform a variety of selections showcasing jazz pianist Bob Ravenscroft and gospel vocalist Vicki McDermitt. There is no charge for the event but guests will have a chance to make a donation. All the funds will be administered and distributed by the Foothills Food Bank. Tell them you saw them in CITYSunTImes! ✤ Visit www.CITYSunTimes.com or find us on Facebook. ✤ To advertise, call 480.922.8732 or e-mail advertise@CITYSunTimes.com. 10.12 DESTINATIONS WEB EXCLUSIVES AT www.CITYSunTimes.com ALL ABOARD! Enjoy Verde Canyon Railroad’s privatelabeled beer, Copper Rail Ale, from Sedona’s Oak Creek Brewery during Ales on Rails this month. Explore the Verde Canyon by rail and learn about some locally crafted beer to boot in our story about October’s Ales on Rails events on the Verde Canyon Railway. Or maybe you would rather head to the cool pines of Eastern Arizona and catch up with Olympic Archer Brady Ellison at Hidden Meadow Ranch in Greer. If archery and trains are not your thing, head up to Sedona this month for its 22nd Annual Arts Festival. For more on these great October destinations, go to www.news.CITYSunTimes.com now and GET MORE! PARTING SHOT 2012 GIVE US YOUR BEST SHOT PHOTO CONTEST ~ Sponsored by Grayleaf Studio ~ 54 This month’s winning shot of the mowing of the greens at The Golf Club Scottsdale at sunrise was taken by Arthur Fournier of Scottsdale. 10.12 There are only three more opportunities to submit your photograph for this year’s contest theme In My Hometown. Throughout the year, send us the quintessential shot that describes what you feel your hometown is all about. 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. Serving the Community Since 2002 55 10.12