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AT YOUR SERVICE
Kristi Stoffel
Community Manager
Tiffany Steen
Assistant Manager
John Solano
Maintenance Supervisor
Sam Gray
Maintenance Technician
HOURS
Office
Mon–Fri: 9am–6pm
(closed for lunch: Noon–1pm)
Sat: 9am–5:30pm
(closed for lunch: Noon–1pm)
Sun: 11am–5pm
Fitness Center
Accessible 24 Hours
with Key–See Office
Pool & Spa
Sun–Thurs: 7am–10pm
Fri & Sat: 7am–Midnight
Barbecue Grills
7am–10pm
CONTACT US
Office
480-699-5800
Maintenance Emergency
480-699-5800
Follow Prompts
Securitas
602-721-3988
Mon–Fri: 5pm–8am
Sat–Sun: 24 Hours
f OUR RESIDENTS ARE A-MAY-ZING
May is a month of remembrance as we honor our mothers, pay tribute to our
fallen veterans, salute our troops, and celebrate Cinco de Mayo. At Island Palms,
we always remember that you’re the reason we’re here. If you’ve just moved in,
“Welcome!” Thanks for joining our residents in choosing to call our community
home.
F SAFETY AROUND WATER
Here are some important safety tips to keep in mind when you’re around water:
8 know how to swim 8 never swim alone 8 never mix alcohol with swimming
8 never dive into unfamiliar waters 8 always watch those in your care in and
around water, whether it be a pool, fountain, lake, river, bathtub, etc. Water safety
is no accident!
Í PEST PREVENTION TIPS '
Pest Control Fridays • Call Before Friday to Schedule Service
There are no guarantees that a stray spider or other creepy crawler won’t try to
move in, but there are things you can do to take away the welcome mat: Ê clean
up dirty dishes, food crumbs, and spills Ê store food in sealed containers Ê sweep,
mop, and vacuum floors regularly Ê take out the garbage often. Let’s keep pests
outside where they belong.
☺ FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS
Getting together with friends is one of life’s pleasures, but time and distance keep
us from doing this as often as we’d like. We have the perfect solution. Invite your
friends to stop by the office for a tour of our amazing community. Chances are
they’ll sign a lease and your friend will become your new neighbor.
MOTHER’S DAY • SUNDAY, MAY 8 s
Contrary to popular belief, greeting card companies did not create Mother’s Day.
In 1872, Julia Ward Howe first suggested observing Mother’s Day as a day of peace.
Years later, President Woodrow Wilson recommended a federal observance. In
1915, the second Sunday in May was set aside as an annual national observance.
We wish a Happy Mother’s Day to all of our very special moms!
Canyon de Chelly Through the Ages
O
ne of the Navajo Nation’s most sacred places and one of our state’s most
treasured national monuments is found in the Four Corners region of
northeastern Arizona. Canyon de Chelly, along with Canyon del Muerto and
Monument Canyon, catch the eye and imagination with sheer, red sandstone
walls rising 1,000 feet straight up from the canyon floor to the lofty cliffs above.
These canyons have sustained plant, animal, and human life for thousands
of years, dating back to 200 A.D., as evidenced by ancient Anasazi ruins,
pictographs, and petroglyphs. Canyon de Chelly (pronounced deh SHAY) was
originally inhabited by people who made seasonal dwellings from the abundant
rock shelters. Often, these shelters could be reached only by scaling the rock
face using hand and toe holds. By 500 A.D., the Kayenta Anasazi lived in small
villages comprised of many pit houses on the canyon floor and alcoves. They
grew maize and squash irrigated by canyon streams. From 700 to 1100 A.D., above-ground
masonry or pueblo structures became prevalent. Domesticated dogs and turkeys were kept in
the settlements, and the Anasazi became skilled weavers of cotton clothing and blankets. The
population increased sixfold between 850 and 1150 A.D., and trade began with outside tribes.
The final 50 years were characterized by intense cliff-dwelling construction like Antelope House,
Mummy Cave, and the White House, which remain today.
Inexplicably, the Anasazi abandoned Canyon de Chelly by the dawn of the 14th century.
With the exception of sporadic Hopi occupation, the region remained unpopulated until the
Navajo people began to settle there in large numbers around 1750. As a Navajo stronghold,
this area was the site of many bloody conflicts between the Navajo people and the Spanish,
Mexican, and American governments. Today, some 40 families still live in the canyon where
they farm and raise animals. Visitors can see the working farms and traditional Navajo houses.
A good way to view Canyon de Chelly is to hike the moderate 2.5-mile White House Ruins
trail to the canyon floor. An authorized guide must accompany hikers anywhere else in the
canyon. Guided tours are offered on foot, horseback, or in four-wheel drive vehicles. North
and south rim trails and drives afford spectacular views of the twin spires of Spider Rock and
other natural features of the canyon. For details, go to nps.gov, or call 928-674-5000.
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Makes 24
Ingredients:
1 cup water
2 tablespoons white sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 quarts oil for frying
1/2 cup white sugar, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions:
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring water, 2 tablespoons sugar,
salt, and 2 tablespoons oil to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in flour until
mixture forms a dough ball, about 30 seconds. Set aside.
Pour oil into a deep skillet or stock pot to a depth of 2 inches. Heat oil to 375º F.
Place dough into pastry bag with large fluted tip. Pipe 3-inch strips of dough
onto floured wax paper, then transfer strips to oil, a few at a time. Fry for 2-3
minutes or until golden brown. Remove from skillet with a slotted spoon and
drain on paper towels.
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Dolly Steamboat
I
magine a 100-foot, classic sternwheeler
churning through cool, blue waters in the
middle of the Sonoran Desert. It happens
when you board Dolly Steamboat and cast
off for a leisurely excursion of beautiful
Canyon Lake. Dolly glides between
sheer canyon walls and past spectacular
rock formations accessible only by boat.
Passengers often see desert bighorn sheep,
soaring bald eagles, and stately blue herons
as they slip through the secluded inner
waterways of the “Junior Grand Canyon.”
The Dolly Steamboat revives Arizona’s old time riverboat era dating back to the 1800s
when shipping supplies via the Colorado River was cheaper than by land. Its days were
numbered, though, when the railroad laid tracks through Yuma in 1877. Today, relive
those riverboat yesteryears with a 6-mile, 1.5-hour scenic nature cruise or a twilight
dinner cruise as the setting sun silhouettes the canyon. There’s even an astronomy dinner
cruise featuring a presentation on the solar system, complete with telescopes. For more
information, visit dollysteamboat.com, or call 480-827-9144.
Phoenix First Fridays
Every first Friday of the month, from 6 to 10 p.m.,
thousands of folks connect with the spirit and
culture of downtown Phoenix. People of all ages
and from all walks of life mingle and meander
through the open art galleries, funky boutiques,
and trendy restaurants and bars while enjoying
indie bands and street performers. The city’s
First Fridays have become one of the nation’s
largest self-guided art walks.
Aerial sculpture at Civic Space Park, Phoenix
Photograph by Michael Rulz
To get around, there are five Park-and-Ride hubs where you can access the Valley Metro
Light Rail or catch the First Friday Trolley. The trolley is free and runs every 15
minutes, making eight stops at various hot spots around town, like the Roosevelt Row
District and Midtown and Uptown Phoenix. Other destinations include the Phoenix
Art Museum, the Arizona Science Center, and Historic Heritage Square, to name a few.
Get the scoop at artlinkphoenix.com/first-fridays, and discover new and exciting places.
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MAY 2016
SRIRACHA
SALMON TACOS
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Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
6 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons brown sugar
4 (6-oz.) boneless, skinless salmon filets
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Sriracha or hot chili sauce
1 cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
2 cups finely shredded red cabbage
1/2 cup sliced scallions
8 small flour tortillas, warmed
Directions
Combine the soy sauce and brown sugar. Pour
half the dressing into a large bowl and add the
salmon. Let marinate for ten minutes, tossing
occasionally. Reserve remaining dressing.
SPORTS AT HOME
AZ DIAMONDBACKS BASEBALL
Chase Field. $10-$250. 602-514-8400
MAY 1–COLORADO
MAY 12–SAN FRAN.
MAY 13–SAN FRAN.
MAY 14–SAN FRAN.
MAY 15–SAN FRAN.
MAY 16–NY YANKEES
MAY 17–NY YANKEES
MAY 18–NY YANKEES
MAY 27–SAN DIEGO
MAY 28–SAN DIEGO
MAY 29–SAN DIEGO
MAY 30–HOUSTON
MAY 31–HOUSTON
ASU BASEBALL
Phoenix Municipal Stadium. $7-$22. 480-965-5812
MAY 1–NEW MEXICO
MAY 6–OREGON
MAY 7–OREGON
MAY 8–OREGON
MAY 27–USC
MAY 28–USC
MAY 29–USC
AZ RATTLERS ARENA FOOTBALL
Talking Stick Resort Arena. $5-$132. 800-745-3000
MAY 21–LOS ANGELES
ARIZONA UNITED SOCCER CLUB
Peoria Sports Complex. $10-$75. 623-594-9606
MAY 7–OKLAHOMA CITY ENERGY FC
MAY 18–LAMAR HUNT U.S. OPEN–2ND ROUND
MAY 21–COLORADO SPRINGS SWITCHBACKS FC
PHOENIX MERCURY BASKETBALL
Talking Stick Resort Arena. $10-$225. 800-745-3000
MAY 20–SEATTLE
MAY 25–MINNESOTA
MAY 29–WASHINGTON
MAY 31–CONNECTICUT
Events may change. Please call ahead.
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800-293-7245
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Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Remove the salmon from the marinade and
season with salt. Cook in the skillet until opaque
throughout, three to four minutes per side. Break
into large pieces.
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seasoned mayo, salmon, cucumber, cabbage,
and scallions among the tortillas and drizzle with
the reserved dressing.
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CAVE CREEK
520-333-8316
480-488-3381
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DAYS
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AK-CHIN PAVILION
Phoenix • 602-254-7200 • LiveNation.com
MAY 14 Journey and The Doobie Brothers
MAY 22 Bad Company and Joe Walsh
COMERICA THEATRE
Phoenix • 602-379-2800 • LiveNation.com
MAY 4 Pentatonix: The World Tour 2016
MAY 12 Neil deGrasse Tyson
MAY 14–15 Sesame Street Live: Make A New Friend
MAY 27 Lamb of God
GAMMAGE AUDITORIUM
ASU, Tempe • 480-965-3434 • ASUGammage.com
MAY 4–8 Annie
MAY 15 Celtic Woman: Destiny World Tour
MAY 21 ASU High School Musical Theater Awards
HALE CENTRE THEATRE
Gilbert • 480-497-1181 • HaleTheatreArizona.com
thru MAY 14 The Diary of Anne Frank
MAY 19–JUL 2 Me and My Girl
TALKING STICK RESORT ARENA
Phoenix • 602-379-7800
TalkingStickResortArena.com
MAY 1 Rihanna: Anti World Tour
MAY 7 Harlem Globetrotters
TEMPE CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Tempe • 480-350-2829 • TCA.TicketForce.com
thru MAY 29 Pete, or The Return of Peter Pan
MAY 1 Carolyn Eynon Singers
MAY 6 Andrew Norelli
MAY 7–8 Vega Arts Dance Theatre: Healing Mary
MAY 14 Alfredo Rodriguez Trio
SPECIAL EVENTS
MUSIC IN THE GARDEN
thru JUN 24 Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix. Live
outdoor concerts, food & drink available for purchase.
21 & up only. $25. 480-481-8188 DBG.org
CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION
MAY 1 Enchanted Island Amusement Park, Encanto
Park, Phoenix. Live music, Ballet Folkloria, piñatas.
Free admission; $10 ride wristband. 602-254-1200
CINEPARK
MAY 6, 13, 20 Tumbleweed Park, Chandler. Family
activities, movie—5/6 Inside Out, 5/13 Goosebumps,
5/20 Minions. Free. 480-782-2669
CINCO DE MAYO PHOENIX FESTIVAL
MAY 7–8 Washington St., Downtown Phoenix. Music,
boxing, kids’ zone, traditional food, giveaways, more.
$5 general admission. CincoPhx.com
DOWNTOWN CONCERT SERIES
MAY 12 & 26 Water Tower Plaza, Gilbert. Live music
concerts by Sistah’s Too on 5/12 and Desert Dixie on
5/26. Free. GilbertAZ.gov
SECOND FRIDAY
MAY 13 Main Street, Mesa. Art walk, shopping, live
entertainment, food. Free. 2ndFridayNightOut.com
PEACH FESTIVAL
MAY 14–15 & 21–22 Schnepf Farms, Queen Creek.
Hay ride to orchard, U-pick peaches, peachy foods,
music, rides, more. Free admission. 480-987-3100
DOWNTOWN CHANDLER ART WALK
MAY 20 Downtown Chandler. Art, live music by local
musicians. Free. DowntownChandler.org
Cover Photo: Canyon de Chelly, Chinle, Arizona