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Plans For Fashion Square Expansion Theater, retail included in plans By Katherine Koenig
New development is in the works for Arizona’s biggest shopping mall. Scottsdale Fashion Square is expected to grow even larger if the City of Scottsdale’s development review board gives the go ahead to California based Macerich Co. The project’s architects, Nelson Partners, have submitted an application to the city requesting the expansion on the northeast portion of the mall. The request for approval is for the site plan, elevation and landscape for nearly 150,000 square feet.
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The plan includes a large movie theater and additional retail, as well as one level below-grade for additional parking. Last spring, the Days Inn and Coco’s Bakery Restaurant near Fashion Square were demolished to make way for progress. If approved, development officials are hopeful for an opening by sometime in 2015. |CST > Artist rendering: Scottsdale Fashion Square north expansion.
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Are you listening, Scottsdale? The Town of Cave Creek wants to challenge your longstanding title of “The West’s Most Western Town.” In Resolution No. R2013-20, the Cave Creek City Council laid out 25 reasons why it thinks its town should claim the title of “The West’s Most Western Town.” What do you readers say? Shoot us an e-mail to editor@CITYSunTimes.com and tell us why you think Scottsdale should or shouldn’t give up the title in 100 words or less. Read the entire resolution at news. CITYSunTimes com. Cave Creek has also challenged Scottsdale to a few events including a Quick Draw Shootout between Cave Creek’s Mayor Francia and Scottsdale’s Mayor Lane in the parking lot of Cave Creek’s Horny Toad restaurant at high noon, November 2. Stay tuned. See page 32 for additional information.
PV Police Launch Extensive Social Media The Paradise Valley Police Department recently announced the launch of several new online tools to serve the public. The launch of new online tools include the following: • New website is www.paradisevalleypd.com • Twitter account at www.twitter.com/PVPolice • Facebook account at www.facebook.com/PVPolice • YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/user/ParadiseValleyPDAZ • Online crime mapping at www.crimereports.com • Mobile app at www.mypdapp.com • Online crime tip reporting at www.tipsoft.com
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“When I grow up, I want to be an old woman.”
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Whenever I mention getting older to my friends who are older than me, they just shake their heads, smile and say, “Just wait until you hit [insert age here].” I guess it really is all about perspective. Although my biggest concern as this month’s birthday approaches really isn’t the new wrinkles, the new gray hairs or the aching knee. I’m watching the numbers – on the calendar…on the clock. The hour seems late and I have a lot to do…you see, I still haven’t decided what I want to be when I grow up. (Although my insurance company tells me I am about to be a grown-up…or as they not-sodelicately phrase it, “mature.”) There are so many things that I’d like to pursue, but it begins to feel like maybe it’s getting too late. Did that window of opportunity close? Did this chance pass me by? I was talking with an old friend the other day. Someone I’ve known for 24 years, which in itself makes me feel old. “Do you have any regrets?” he asked. I’ve made plenty of mistakes, sure. They are a part of living – and growing up. Stumble, fall, get up, carry on. I think the best thing you can do is to stay true to yourself – don’t let life’s hardships make you hard or the sour notes make you bitter. Love, laugh, cry, but do it your way. Regrets…I’ve had a few…but then again, too few to mention. At the end of the day, I guess I just gotta be me.
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MAYOR LANE WRITES...
Community Conversations By Mayor W.J. “Jim” Lane
Safari-Chic Benefit Gala Scottsdale based Friends of Africa International in partnership with Project C.U.R.E is hosting a fundraiser on October 19 from 5-10pm at the Phoenix Zoo. “For the Love of Africa” is a gala benefit to raise funds for the Pokot Medical Clinic Project. Guests will be treated to a mini-safari upon arrival and enjoy live entertainment with African drummers, a tribal fashion show, art exhibitions, wine tasting, silent and live auctions and more. The Friends of Africa’s second annual Humanitarian Awards Ceremony will honor Dr. Douglas Jackson, the CEO of Project C.U.R.E. Celebrity news personality Brad Perry will emcee the event, and local celebrity auctioneer Letitia Frye will present the live auction. The launch of Friends of Africa International’s new quarterly publication, Friends of Africa Magazine, will be celebrated as well. Tickets to the benefit are $125 per person; Sponsor packages start at $1,000. Tickets available online at www.blacktiearizona.com/RSVP. Enter code: AFRICA. Visit www.friendsofafricaaz.com.
Waterfront Fine Art & Wine Festival October 25-27 The Thunderbird Artists will kick off the 2013-14 art season on the banks of the Scottsdale Waterfront. The Second Annual Waterfront Fine Art & Wine Festival will run October 25-27 and feature a diverse array of fine art. It will also host one of the largest wine tasting events in the Southwest. For $10, patrons receive a souvenir wine glass and tasting tickets, with a unique opportunity to sample an extensive collection of domestic and imported wines, all while strolling throughout fine art and listening to live music. The Thunderbird Artists’ music line up for the season is an exciting and diverse selection of artists. For the Waterfront Festival, the featured musician is local pianist, Elijah Bossenbroek. The festival takes place on the pedestrian walkway of Scottsdale Waterfront, the newest 1.1 million square foot development revitalization project of downtown. The Waterfront has become a landmark for spectacular public art as well as renowned restaurants and shops. This event is located just south of Nordstrom’s at the Southbridge pedestrian walk and is handicap accessible. Hours are 10am to 5pm each day. Located at 7135 East Camelback Road, in Scottsdale, admission is $3 and parking is free all weekend. Visit www.thunderbirdartists.com.
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Do you have ideas on how to make Scottsdale an even better place to live, or an issue that needs to be resolved with the City of Scottsdale? If you have questions about your city government, a problem with city services or any bright MAYOR ideas for the future, I am eager City of Scottsdale to meet face-to-face with you 480.312.3111 and your organization. We are www.scottsdaleaz.gov pleased to offer “Community Conversations with Mayor Lane,” an open exchange of ideas and information about how to make this great city even better. If you or your organization is interested in hosting the next “Community Conversation,” then please contact the Mayor’s office at 480.312.7977 or by e-mail at rsmetana@scottsdaleaz.gov.
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Scottsdale Polo Championships Expecting Record Breaking Crowds The Third Annual Scottsdale Polo Championships: Horses & Horsepower is expected to draw record-breaking crows again in Scottsdale. Last October, the championships drew the biggest crowd in the country for a one-day polo event with nearly 10,000 fans for the three-match showdown. With this year’s new title sponsor, Scottsdale Ferrari Maserati, along with an expanded event schedule and polo lineup, the event is expected to draw up to 15,000 polo fans to WestWorld of Scottsdale on November 1-2. On Friday, November 1, gates open at 3pm. There will be an all-star match at 4pm and then a 5:30pm introduction of players. It will culminate with a 6pm Sunset Fashion Show presented by Phoenix Fashion Week. On Saturday, November 2, gates open at 10am for the Scottsdale Ferrari Maserati Polo Championships: Horses & Horsepower. This year features Work to Ride vs. University of Virginia at 11am, Battle of the Sexes, U.S. Women’s All-Star Team vs. Men from the Arizona Polo Club at 1pm and the Clogau Wales Polo Team vs. the United States Military Polo Club at 3pm. Tickets are now on sale for the 2013 event. Visit www.thepoloparty.com.
Senior Travel Book Offered By Local Author Scottsdale author Mike Eicher recently launched a nationwide release of his new book, Travel for Seniors Made Easy. It is a compilation of information for seniors with a humorous collection of tips and tales designed to educate seniors who have a yearning for international travel. This first-hand view is from the 70-something author who continues to travel the world even after health issues. The book offers practical tips, funny anecdotes and seniorfriendly site recommendations that he’s hoping will inspire readers to continue (or restart) their travel adventures for years to come. Eicher still enjoys traveling and time with his family. He currently lives in Scottsdale with his wife of 53 years. The book is available through bookstores nationwide, from the publisher at www.tatepublishing.com/bookstore or by visiting www.barnesandnoble.com or www.amazon.com.
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Thursday Night Auctions In Scottsdale J. Levine Auction & Appraisal is bringing back its popular Thursday Nights in Scottsdale auctions beginning October 24. The high-end estate auctions will feature a variety of historic and modern fine art, vintage and retro items, collectibles, décor, estate jewelry, gold, silver, toys, electronics, rare artifacts and more. The public is welcome to preview the auction on Thursdays beginning at 4pm. Guests are invited to mingle, enjoy refreshments and hors d’oeuvres, listen to live music and preview items prior to the start of the auction at 6pm. “We’re excited to bring back Thursday Nights in Scottsdale,” says Josh Levine, owner of J. Levine Auction & Appraisal. “People enjoy our fun atmosphere, the competitive nature of bidding and it’s a great feeling to go home with a valuable piece that you would have paid double or triple for in a retail environment.” J. Levine Auction & Appraisal is located at 10345 North Scottsdale Road, in Scottsdale (southeast corner of Scottsdale Road and Shea Boulevard). Visit www.jlevines.com or call 480.496.2212. A contemporary fine art gallery, Gallery J2, is located on the building’s second floor and will be opening a new show, “Look Closer,” featuring the works of Los Angeles-based artist Kevork Cholakian at 6pm on October. 23. The show runs through December 4.
The festivities got started last month, but continue as the Brat Haüs Oktoberfest carries on. The festival plays host to German food, beers and music as well as some special giveaways and complimentary beers from the Haüs. An authentic Beer Dinner will be hosted at 7pm on October 2 featuring a traditional five-course German pairing menu complemented with beer from Schneider and Paulaner. October 5 will host more pig roasts, Oompah bands and specials all day in honor of the last weekend of Oktoberfest. Oktoberfest culminates on October 6 with the Brat Eating Contest.
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Brat Haüs Oktoberfest Continues
October 2: 6pm – Oktoberfest Beer Dinner October 5: All Day – The Party Continues October 5: All Day – Oktoberfest Pig Roast
October 6: All Day – Oktoberfest Pig Roast For more information about Brat Haüs, visit www.brathausaz.com.
Celebrity Golf Classic The Center for Humane Living, a non-profit dedicated to enhancing the personal and spiritual growth of individuals, is hosting a Celebrity Golf Classic on Saturday, October 5 from 12:30-5:30pm at Camelback Golf Club. Play an 18-hole scramble with a chance to win $250,000 on the fourth hole. Enjoy lunch, dinner, a silent auction, goodie bags and more. For more information, call Dave Bost at 602.740.3108 or visit www.centerforhumaneliving.com. Camelback Golf Club is at 7847 North Mockingbird Lane in Scottsdale.
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Weekend Jetaway Event Benefits Boys & Girls Clubs, Pat Tillman Foundation The Scottsdale Airport will transform into a high-end party with some of the Valley’s top restaurants on Friday, October 11 from 6:30-10pm with the Second Weekend Jetaway Culinary Casino Classic. Set within one of the airport’s own private jet hangars, Weekend Jetaway will raise funds for both the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale and the Pat Tillman Foundation with an evening of gourmet food and drink, live music, surprise entertainers and dice-style games, with four guests winning a luxurious two-night, three-day round-trip vacation to Las Vegas on their very own private jet. In addition, there will be both a silent and live auction including trips to Cabo San Lucas, custom jewelry from Kendra Scott, spa packages, dining adventures and even Lasik eye surgeries. Many party-goers will leave winners. Visit www.weekendjetaway.org.
Scottsdale Showdown October 19 Montgomery Gentry, others to perform
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The Scottsdale Charros and Championship Bull Riding (CBR) have teamed up to bring an exciting new event to Scottsdale on Saturday, October 19 at WestWorld. The Scottsdale Showdown kicks-off at 4pm with the Chevy Tailgate Party, followed by the action packed Chevy Silverado Chute Out Championship Bull Riding event at 6pm, featuring the top 24 CBR bull riders – including the 2013 World Champion, Cole Echols. Following the Chute Out, the Bud Light Bullpen Concert will be presented from 8pmmidnight featuring country music national recording artists Montgomery Gentry, Jerrod Niemann and Maggie Rose. General admission tickets range from $55 to $125. For a “boots in the dirt” experience, attendees can purchase a VIP ticket for only $150. VIP tickets include complimentary food and drinks, an up-close-and-personal bull riding experience and special seating options during the concert. The Scottsdale Showdown is presented by the Ak-Chin Indian Community and hosted by the Scottsdale Charros. Event sponsors include KMLE Country 107.9, Valley Chevrolet Dealers, Bud Light and Hensley Beverage Company. For information, visit www.scottsdaleshowdown.com or like them on Facebook.com/ScottsdaleShowdown.
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One of the Valley’s newest culinary events, Live & Local presented by GoDaddy, is headed to Scottsdale on Sunday, November 3 from 5-9pm at the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall. The event will feature over 40 local wine, spirit and restaurant tastings. A specialty tequila bar will be offered, thanks to Roger Clyne’s Mexican Moonshine and 3 Amigos Tequila. In addition, Blanco’s Tacos will host festive sangrias stations and The Cider Mill will be brewing its own sodas for the event as well as hosting a “float station,” where participants will be able to create one-of-akind desserts. “Our goal is to celebrate the best in Arizona food, music and spirits with an extensive culinary and entertainment lineup including local restaurant and beverage partners, entertainers and more, with proceeds set to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale,” says Allen Thompson, owner of The Grind, which is also co-chairing the event. The music lineup will be headlined by national recording artist Kelley James. James’ music is a fascinating collection of acoustic guitars, hip-hop beats, thoughtful lyrics and freestyle flows. Joining James will be Obadiah Parkner. In addition, Scott Keo will perform during the event. Keo is a veteran of the music industry as both a premiere Michael Bublé tribute act and an experienced singer/songwriter. Over the past 15 years he has become known for his distinctive voice and entertaining live performances. General admission tickets are on sale now starting at $50 each – they include access to the main event and tastings. VIP tickets start at $100 each and include additional VIP experiences. For a full listing of restaurants and lineup, or for tickets, visit www.liveandlocal. bgcs.org.
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Vacant Kierland Office Building Sells A lender-owned office building in Kierland has been sold for $29.3 million. Kierland One, a high-end, four-story building on 11 acres in North Scottsdale, has been empty for over two years. It recently sold to a joint-venture partnership between Hines and Pacific Coast Capital Partners, LLC (PCCP). Both Hines and PCCP have been active in the Valley real estate market. Hines owns the two office towers at the southwest corner of Camelback Road and 24th Street.
SCC 2013 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees Ceremony during homecoming festivities Three new inductees into the Scottsdale Community College Athletic Hall of Fame will be honored at a Hall of Fame Awards reception Saturday, October 12 as part of the College’s 2013 Homecoming Weekend festivities. SCC has selected two former athletes, including All-American volleyball player Sandy Martin and two-sport Artichoke star Karen Weitz, along with former head baseball coach Larry Smith, as this year’s Hall of Fame honorees. Homecoming Events include: 5:30pm – Tailgate Party and Barbecue (while supplies last) 6:30pm – Parade of Athletes and pre-game ceremony honoring the 2013 Hall of Famers and members of SCC’s first football team from 1973 7pm – Kickoff The induction ceremony will be among several events planned during SCC’s Homecoming Weekend, which will culminate with the 7pm kickoff between the Fighting Artichokes and the Glendale Community College Gauchos. Homecoming activities open to those attending the game.
Artist Space Available At Creative Center The historic arts district of Old Town Scottsdale will soon be home to the Creative Center of Scottsdale. The new co-working community for artists is opening soon and is the first of its kind in the United States. Artists including sculptors, painters, photographers, graphic designers, mixed-media artists as well as businesses and organizations will have a chance to be part of its community. The Creative Center of Scottsdale is expected to open in early 2014. The center is taking reservations for workspace and gallery space now. “We have been working to develop this concept for quite some time,” says Michelle Pelberg, creator of the Creative Center of Scottsdale. “It was important to us that this facility not only serves the needs of the next-generation artists in our community, but also preserves the history, architecture and legacy of the building and the district.” The Center is designed to be a flexible workspace for the vast and varying needs of all kinds of creative minds. Artists can work and create in their open workspace, focus at their private desk and create and showcase their work in gallery-like private studios. They can also store their equipment in private lockers or recharge at the Center’s onsite coffee shop, SIP. With monthly rates ranging from $125, there is a space that works for everyone. The Center is located at 3616 North Scottsdale Road. Visit www.creativecenterscottsdale.org.
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October Events At The Center Of Performing Arts Don’t miss the best in performance art, dance, theater and music in Downtown Scottsdale at The Scottsdale Center of Performing Arts. This month’s performance line-up brings top names and performances from around the country: Indigo Girls With The Phoenix Symphony October 11-12 Talk Cinema October 15 An Evening with Garrison Keillor October 16 Ignite Phoenix No. 15 October 18
ASU Concerts at the Center: A Night of Choral Music with the Choirs of Arizona State University October 21 An Evening with Jason Alexander and His Hair October 26 ASU Concerts at the Center ASU Brass Faculty and Student Ensembles October 28 Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts is located at 7380 East Second Street, four blocks south of Indian School Road and three blocks east of Scottsdale Road. Free parking is available in the public parking garage located to the west of the Performing Arts Center on Wells Fargo Avenue. Find additional free parking at the Old Town Parking Corral at East Second Street and Brown Avenue and the Civic Center Library parking garage on Drinkwater Boulevard at East Second Street. For tickets and information, visit www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org.
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Ricky Skaggs and Bruce Hornsby With Kentucky Thunder October 19
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TOWN OF PARADISE VALLEY The Doctor Is In With Dr. Drew An educational event presented by notMYkid Valley organization notMYkid is hosting an educational luncheon featuring America’s most listened to doctor, Dr. Drew Pinsky. Dr. Drew is a practicing physician, board certified in both internal medicine and addiction medicine. He starred in VH1’s Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew and is currently the host of his own HLN show Dr. Drew On Call, as well as the nationally syndicated radio show Loveline. His podcast The Dr. Drew Show, which can be downloaded at www.drdrew.com, is also the number one health podcast on iTunes. The luncheon will be on October 25 from 12-2pm at The Montelucia Resort and Spa. He will share his knowledge and experience with treating addiction and what every parent should know about the growing problem with prescription and synthetic drugs. “Dr. Drew has been a friend of notMYkid for 13 years,” says founder Debbie Moak. “Drew and I first met at YPO University in Scotland where we co-presented on the topic of substance abuse, Drew the expert and me a parent who lived it. Drew’s wisdom and expertise will benefit all those in attendance and the community as well. This truly is a most unique opportunity and one that people will be talking about for a long time. You won’t want to miss it!” Tickets are available for purchase at www.notmykid.org.
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Paradise Valley favorite El Chorro continues its cocktail classroom this fall. Discover how to make the perfect drink in the upcoming Irish Whiskey Class on Wednesday, October 2 from 6-8pm in the famed Classroom Bar. Participants will receive personal instruction on expertly crafting cocktails from Beverage Manager Alec van Dobben and will enjoy a bar-side meal of Schreiner’s sausage and artisan cheese plate, pickled vegetables and warm pretzel bread. The cost is $79 plus tax per person. RSVP required. Visit www.elcharro.com to register.
Scottsdale Plaza Resort recently promoted Ken Kochenash to the position of executive chef. He now oversees resort restaurants that include Remington’s Restaurant & Lounge, JD’s Lounge and the banquet kitchen, as well as the creation and execution of all menus. Kochenash is an honors graduate of The Scottsdale Culinary Institute and a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. His culinary career began in 2002 at Camelback Inn and he spent the next three years gaining experience at Carefree Resort and Villas and Arizona Catering. He came to The Scottsdale Plaza Resort as assistant banquet chef in 2005. Since 2010, Kochenash has been at the helm of Remington’s Restaurant as executive sous chef.
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Nationally recognized artist and Phoenix native Ed Mell will be on hand for the opening of a special fine arts exhibition of his work on Tuesday, October 8 from 5:307pm in the Paradise Valley Town Hall Council Chamber. The chamber is located at 6401 East Lincoln Drive. As the guest of honor, Mell’s art will be presented and guests will have a chance to ask him questions about his work. Members of the Town’s Arts Advisory Committee will also be there to share information about the Town’s fine arts program. Entertainment will be provided and refreshments will be served. The Ed Mell exhibit will remain at Town Hall through September 2014.
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FOREVER FAMILIES / BY SARA CLAWSON Aid to Adoption of Special Kids
One word can sum up Chris: Motivated. The 13-year-old’s attitude about himself and his future is impressive. “I hang out with a good crowd. People who can keep me motivated to do things and I may have mentioned I like to be motivated a lot, but that’s the thing that keeps myself and keeps me proud a lot,” he says. What does he do with his friends? “We just talk. We like to chill,” he says. “I like to play sports, read books, draw and play video games. Normal kid stuff.” He continues, “But I like to draw a lot. It just keeps my motivation up.” His favorite subject in school is gym. “Because we get to stay active, we get out and we just like to do bigger and better things to keep our motivation up.” Chris also knows what he wants in a family. “I would like to have a happy family. Somebody
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that likes to play sports, stay active,” he says. “It doesn’t bother me what kind of family I get because, mom, dad or whatever, I just want to have a good family.” A family should choose him because he’s a good kid. “I would say to them, ‘if you guys are looking for a good kid, I’m a good kid.’” “It’s very important for me to have someone I can count on because I really haven’t had nobody there except for CPS that’s been there for me. I just need a good family who can help support me,” he concludes. His caseworker said he’s polite and helpful. “He’ll be the first to tell a joke just to get you to smile,” she says. “He tends to struggle a little bit with kids his own age or younger than him but he’s very open to different family settings and different situations.” For more information, call 602.254.2275 or visit http://aask-az.com.
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The Carefree/Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce will hold an Evening Mixer on October 9 from 5:30-7pm at Cave Creek Montessori, 29209 North 56th Street in Cave Creek. The Chamber’s next Power Lunch will be held on October 15 from 11:30am-1pm at Venues Café, 34 Easy Street in Carefree. The Chamber is committed to promoting a dynamic and vital economy that serves the needs of its community. For more information, call 480.488.3381 or visit http://carefreecavecreek.org. Local First Arizona will hold its next Lunch Mixer on October 2 from 11:30am-1pm at Joe’s Real BBQ in Gilbert, and an Evening Mixer on October 16 from 6-8pm at C. Carstens Fine Art in Scottsdale. The monthly events give members the opportunity to dine together, network and learn about the latest efforts in the Local movement. The events are open to members only; however, guests may attend the events with a member. For more information, call 602.956.0909 or visit http://localfirstaz.com. NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners) will hold its next networking meeting on October 9 from 10:45am-1pm at Phoenix Country Club, 2901 North 7th Street in Phoenix. The featured speaker will be Dr. Connie Mariano, former White House physician who will share her journey, including the triumphs, as well as the obstacles, the pitfalls, and most importantly, the lessons along the way. NAWBO also has Desert Ridge and Scottsdale Neighborhood Chapters. For more information, call 480.289.5768 or visit www.nawbophx.org.
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The North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce will hold its next Business Resource and Networking Luncheon on Tuesday, October 8 at Stone Creek Golf Club and its next Business Networking Luncheon on Tuesday, October 22 – location to be determined. Learn about how you can connect with your North Valley community and help grow your business. For more information, visit www.northphoenixchamber.com or call 602.482.3344. Through its PM Connect networking events (October 3 at Taggia inside Firesky) and AM Connect events (October 17 at Jason’s Deli in Scottsdale), the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce offers a number of opportunities through a variety of networking formats to maximize relationships, increase leads and help you create buzz for your business. For more information, call 480.355.2700 or visit www.scottsdalechamber.com.
MAYOR STANTON WRITES...
The Top Five Things You Should Know About How I’m Working For You By Mayor Greg Stanton
MAYOR City of Phoenix
1. New Biomedical Corridor Key to Arizona’s Economic Future Phoenix’s partnership with ASU and Mayo Clinic to build the new 1,000-acre Arizona Biomedical Corridor in Northeast Phoenix will spur bioscience industry growth, and help build a more sustainable economy in the state. The Mayo Clinic’s $130 million cancer center will anchor the campus and open next year.
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3. A Bipartisan Plan to End Pension ‘Spiking’ Over the last year, we’ve made significant reforms to the City’s pension system – and that work continues. Vice Mayor Bill Gates and I joined forces to make clear we will not approve a contract for the next city manager that allows for the controversial practice of pension “spiking.” I’ve also asked Vice Mayor Gates to chair a new subcommittee to help eliminate the practice for good. 4. Second Food Stamp Challenge Highlights ‘Food Deserts’ For the second year in a row, I took part in the Arizona SNAP Experience to shed light on the food insecurity challenges many face each day. But this year, my $29-a-day budget had to work within the realities of a “food desert” – an area without grocery store access. Take it from me: it’s nearly impossible to purchase healthy options at convenience stores, but the number of families who deal with that situation is three times higher in our state than the national average. 5. City Council Taps Zuercher as Interim City Manager The City Council named Assistant City Manager Ed Zuercher to serve as interim city manager when David Cavazos retires in October. I’m committed to hiring a top-notch city manager, and we’re searching nationwide for the best and brightest candidates. I know that until we name a permanent successor, Ed will do a great job for Phoenix residents.
The Musical Instrument Museum is presenting a groundbreaking and provocative exhibit, illustrating the important roles women have played in rock and roll, from its inception through today. Women Who Rock: Vision, Passion, Power was originally a spectacular exhibit featured at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland. Now on tour, the exhibition opening this month highlights the flashpoints, the firsts, the best, the most celebrated – and sometimes lesser-known women – who moved rock and roll music and American culture forward. The interactive exhibition spotlights more than 70 artists from the early years of the 20th century to the present. October 17 11:30am-2:30pm Women Who Rock Benefit Luncheon Guest of Honor: Wanda Jackson “Queen of Rock” & Martha Reeves “Motown’s Ultimate Soul Diva” Special Guests: Maria Muldaur and Tracy Nelson Emcee: Beth McDonald, KEZ 99.9 FM
October 19 9am-5pm Women Who Rock: Exhibition Opening Day Be among the first in Arizona to experience this exciting and groundbreaking exhibition. MIM will be celebrating all day long with hands-on activities, rock-star makeovers and performances at the MIM Music Theater by some of Phoenix’s fiercest female musicians. Visit www.mim.org/ special-exhibitions for ticket information.
Annual Celebration Of Local Businesses To Draw Thousands Mark your calendars for November 9 and get ready to celebrate all things local at the Ninth Annual Certified Local Fall Festival. This family-friendly event is an annual celebration of the local businesses, musicians, artists and individuals that help create a strong and vibrant Arizona economy. Created by Local First Arizona, the free festival will feature 100 plus vendors this year with some of Arizona’s favorite local businesses, food samples from some of the best Arizona restaurants and food trucks, a beer and wine garden featuring Arizona-produced wine and beer, live entertainment from some of Arizona’s most talented musicians and performance artists, crafts and activities for kids and families, a raffle and silent auction with unique prizes and items and much more. The Festival runs from 10am-4pm at Portland Parkway, 10 West Portland Street in Downtown Phoenix. For more information, visit www.localfirstaz.com.
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2. Promoting Phoenix at the World Economic Forum in China As Mayor, I’m working hard to bring new economic investment to our city, and I continued that mission last month in China with Greater Phoenix Economic Council President and CEO Barry Broome. We participated in the World Economic Forum, or “Summer Davos,” to meet with international business and political leaders.
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PV Schools Centennial: 100 Years of Paradise The Paradise Valley Unified School District centennial school year is 2013-14, and the District is celebrating in all 46 schools and district-wide with a series of events and donations to the community. Parents, staff, students and community members are invited to share memories and photographs of the history of the district on the Centennial Facebook page, and to join in the celebration. The Centennial Grand Celebration will be held at Shadow Mountain High School on October 19 from 4-7:30pm. The festivities begin with a parade, followed by celebration exhibits and activities at 5pm and presentations and fireworks at 7pm. The public is invited to attend and celebrate this remarkable milestone, and are encouraged to bring a canned food donation for the PV Schools Food Pantry. Shadow Mountain High School is located at 29th Street and Shea Boulevard. For information on this and other centennial year celebrations, visit www.pvschools.net/centennial.
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BMX fans of all ages can get in on all of the excitement of the State Championship Finals Weekend as the American Bicycle Association (ABA) brings amateur bicycle motocross riders to perform jumps, flips and tricks to Black Mountain BMX on October 20. Black Mountain BMX track boasts “one of the smoothest racing surfaces you’ll find anywhere,” and is meticulously maintained. The track is located at 24024 North 11th Street in Phoenix. For details on the event, call 623.582.0114 or visit www.blackmountainbmx.com. For information on the ABA, visit www.ababmx.com.
their niche interests,” says Beard, “united around the idea that it’s cool to be smart and it’s ok to be really enthusiastic about the things you love.” “Intense fandom – for any topic – is powerful,” adds Beard, “and that enthusiasm is infectious (I’m looking at you, ‘Downton Abbey’ devotees). Our passions define us, perhaps more than anything else – that’s what I find fascinating. And I’m pleased that Eight can play a role in convening the community, tapping into and hopefully also inspiring the breadth of collective knowledge everyone is individually ‘nerding out’ about.” The third annual PBS Nerd Walk will be held on October 19. More information on registration as well as the PBS Nerd Roll Call Video Collection Project and T-shirts can be found at www.azpbs.org/nerd.
The Fifth Annual Pioneer Harvest Ball The Fifth Annual Pioneer Harvest Ball will be held on Saturday, October 5 at Turf Paradise, 1501 West Bell Road, from 6-10pm to benefit the Pioneer Living History Museum. Individual tickets are $100 and a limited number of specially priced tickets are available to those who contribute to the silent auction. Group donor tables are also available. The event will include a no-host cocktail reception, dinner, a silent auction, a fun photo booth and dancing to the variety band Messinger. The featured entertainment will be comedian Mark Cordes. Formal Western wear or Pioneer period dress is optional but encouraged. Contact Phoenix District 1 Councilwoman Thelda Williams, the event’s host, at 602.262.7444 for more details, to purchase tickets or to make a donation for the silent auction. For additional information, visit www.pioneeraz.org.
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Serving niche interests and showcasing the latest developments in science and other disciplines has been a mainstay of PBS programming since its inception. Now, Eight, Arizona PBS has parlayed its status in that terrain into a new identity that is resonating with people all over Arizona and beyond: the PBS Nerd. “Being nerdy is no longer about bad sci-fi and math jokes,” says Eight’s Promotions and Events Coordinator Bob Beard, the creator of the PBS Nerd concept. “We live in a time where everyone’s a nerd for something – and at Eight, Arizona PBS we believe that’s something to celebrate.” Eight’s annual Nerd Walk, in its third year this fall, began in 2011 as Eight’s contribution to ASU’s Homecoming Parade. “The Nerd Walk is a place for people to come together and share
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50th Anniversary Celebration A Huge Success The North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (NPCC) celebrated 50 years of serving the North Valley community on September 19 at the Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort. By all accounts, the event, which also benefited OCJ Kids, was a success, according to NPCC Executive Director Jason Bressler. “The house was packed with 240 in attendance,” says Bressler. “The resort was beautiful, the dinner, delicious – kudos to the amazing staff for a flawless evening. The emcee for the evening was Valley favorite Jineane Ford, who did a fantastic job.” Sponsors of the event include Title Sponsor AmTrust Bank; Supporting Sponsors G & S Electric, Paradise Valley Community College and United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona; Media Sponsor CITYSunTimes and Printing Sponsor Heart Printing. “We are so grateful to Wolz’s Florist for the bouquets and centerpieces, Wolfe Creative for the event program, Dave Isaac and his team from Breakthrough Thinking Broadcasting Network for the live broadcast and all of the volunteers from OCJ Kids for their support,” continued Bressler. “And of course, a huge thank you to our event co-chairs Fern Hailey and Roxanne Cole for putting together an amazing event, our board of directors and to all of you who came out and supported our celebration – we could not have done it without you!”
Pet Adoption Event Scheduled For November Area adoption agencies invited to attend at no cost
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The North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its Third Annual Pet Adoption Event. The free community event will take place on Saturday, November 16 from 9am-2pm at Horizon High School (Senior Parking Lot area), 5601 East Greenway Road in Scottsdale. The North Valley community is invited to join the Chamber as it works to find forever homes for needy area pets, raise awareness about the amazing work done by area rescue and adoption organizations, as well as raise funds for a Valley pet organization. This year’s benefiting charity organization is Lost Our Home Pet Foundation (www. lostourhome.org) whose mission is to keep pets in loving homes when families face major life challenges by providing compassionate alternatives to abandonment with support from the community and the real estate industry. The organization’s vision is a world in which all pets have loving homes and are treated with dignity and respect. Valley pet adoption organizations are welcome to attend the event at no cost and other vendors can purchase booth space for a low fee. In addition to pet adoption opportunities, there will be plenty of fun and activities throughout the day for the whole family. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. The North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce has been serving the North Valley community since 1963. Its mission is to unite the people and spheres of influence in commerce, industry, education, philanthropy and the professions to work together for the development of the Greater North Phoenix area. The Chamber believes that by fostering business growth and prosperity, the quality of life of the entire area is improved. For additional information, call 602.482.3344 or visit http://northphoenixchamber.com/pet-adoption-event.htm.
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Golf, Gab, Grow Your Business New North Valley networking event Get ready for an afternoon of golf and networking as the North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce presents its inaugural Golf, Gab & Grow Your Business event. Join entrepreneurs, professionals and community connectors on Thursday, October 3 at The 500 Club for a fun afternoon of nine holes of golf followed by happy hour and networking. Arrive at 2pm to register for a 2:30pm shotgun start. Once off the course, relax at happy hour with raffles and giveaways, and of course, fantastic business growth opportunities. The cost of the event is $45 for members, $50 for non-members if registered in advance; $55 if paid at the door. The price includes range balls, nine holes of golf and light happy hour appetizers. The 500 Club is located at 4707 West Pinnacle Peak Road in Glendale. Future Golf, Gab & Grow networking events will take place the first Thursday of each month (except in January, held on the second Thursday). To register, visit http://northphoenixchamber.com/events.htm. For additional details, call 602.482.3344.
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The 28th Annual North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic will take place on Friday, April 25, 2014 at Moon Valley Country Club. This year’s event hosted 144 golfers, 22 hole sponsors and 30 plus volunteers and helped raised $10,000 for March of Dimes, Arizona Chapter. You won’t want to miss the next one! Mark your calendar and stay tuned for additional details. Learn more at http:// n o r t h p h o e n i xc h a m b e r. com/golf-tournament.htm.
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Blue Agave Mexican Cantina will host the next North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (NPCC) Restaurant Fundraiser from October 1-7. Each month, a different NPCC member restaurant will host a member charity for a fundraising event. Participants simply download the flyer, share it with friends and co-workers, then dine at the designated establishment on that day – don’t forget to turn in the flyer at the time of purchase. The generous restaurants will give back a percentage of the guest’s tab to the designated charity. In October, the benefiting charity is Make-A-Wish Arizona (www.arizona.wish.org). Make-A-Wish grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. Make-A-Wish was founded in Arizona in 1980 with one Arizona boy’s wish to be a police officer. The chapter evolved into a dedicated community of volunteers, donors and Arizona families who have worked together to grant more than 4,300 wishes. Blue Agave Mexican Cantina is located at 7000 East Mayo Boulevard, Suite 1056, in Phoenix. Contact the restaurant at 480.419.6375 or visit www. blueagavemexicancantina.com. Download the October Blue Agave/Make-A-Wish flyer at http:// bit.ly/187Vz9f. For more information, call 602.482.3344 or visit http:// northphoenixchamber.com/restaurant-fundraisers.htm.
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Celebrate The Arts With Herberger Theater Center
The Fourth Annual Herberger Festival of the Arts takes place at Herberger Theater Center on October 5. This diverse and family-friendly event celebrates the arts with a day featuring more than 20 performing companies showcasing their craft, food vendors, art, pet adoptions, live music, children’s activities, wine tasting, a film showcase, Lunch Time Theater excerpts and more. The cost is $5; children 12 and under are free. The event runs from 12-5pm. Complimentary parking is provided by Arizona Center. Proceeds from the event benefit the Herberger Theater’s Arts Education and Outreach Programs. For additional details, call 602.254.7399, Extension 117 or visit http://www.herbergertheater.org.
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Outlets at Anthem will host its ninth annual Shopping Extravaganza event benefiting 20 local charities on Saturday, October 5 from 9am-8pm. The all-day event features a catered sit-down lunch, additional store discounts, wine and chocolate tastings, live entertainment, gift bags and chances to win more than $30,000 in gift cards and prizes. The annual event was created in 2004 as a way to give back to the community and support local charities, and as a kick-off to the holiday shopping season offering special store discounts. Tickets to Shopping Extravaganza are $20 each, with 75 percent of the proceeds going directly to the participating Valley charitable organizations. Tickets can be purchased through October 2 three ways: directly through partner charities, online at www.shop2013.eventbrite.com or at the Outlets Customer Service Desk located in the Food Pavilion. For more information, visit www.outletsanthem.com.
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Celebrate Autumn in Anthem Anthem Community Park will host the Sixth Annual Anthem Autumnfest. Bring the family and celebrate all things autumn October 26-27 with arts and crafts vendors, live entertainment, a kids zone with inflatables, a pumpkin patch and a food court with beer and wine garden. Highlights of the fest include: Frazier Shows Carnival – offering a host of rides and attractions including a Ferris Wheel, fun house and carousel. Rides and games vary in price. The carnival will be available from October 24-27. Apple Pie Baking Contest – Enter to win in this year’s Apple Pie Baking Contest or just come out and enjoy from 9:30-10am. Download and complete the Apple Pie Baking Contest entry form found on the event page and return to Michele DeMichele (mdemichele@anthemcouncil.com). There is no fee for the contest. Forms are due by 5pm, October 18. The free event runs from 10am-5pm Saturday and 10am-4pm on Sunday. For information, call 623.742.6050 or visit http://onlineatanthem.com.
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This month, Ballet Arizona will unveil its new home on 2835 East Washington Street with a celebratory grand opening including a gala, a free community day and the introduction of an extensive new schedule of classes at The School of Ballet Arizona for adults and children. The facility, over 10 times the size of Ballet Arizona’s former home, is designed to be the center for dance in Phoenix. The $10 million building has seven dance studios, an intimate theatre that seats 299 patrons for performances and community events, a shoe room that can hold more than 2,000 pairs of pointe shoes, a dancer’s wing including locker room facilities, lounge and physical therapy room, a costume and scenic shop along with artistic, administrative and support offices. Ballet Arizona will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony and Opening Night Gala on Friday, October 11, followed by a free Community Day on October 12. More information about the events and the new facilities can be found at http://balletaz.org or by calling 602.381.1096.
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Grant For Community Development Help weathering the continuing economic storms has come to North Phoenix. John C. Lincoln Desert Mission Neighborhood Renewal was awarded a $25,000 grant from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation to support community development opportunities in the North Phoenix area. “The economic recession has had a lasting effect on many, particularly veterans and low- to moderate-income families. This grant will assist in providing financial education and other support services to families as a first step toward long-term financial stability,” says Bank of America Arizona President Benito Almanza. “It’s part of our broader efforts to help improve the financial lives of our customers, clients and communities.” Desert Mission Neighborhood Renewal, 9229 North Fourth Street in Phoenix, is an affiliate of John C. Lincoln Health Network that was started by community and business leaders in 1993 as a grassroots effort to reduce crime and blight, foster the development of community stakeholders and improve residential and commercial structures. For information, visit http://www.jcl.com/desert-mission/neighborhood-renewal.
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Horse rescue benefit slated October 19 Triple R Horse Rescue has announced that Anthony and Michelle Zuiker of Hollywood, California have become Stallion sponsors of the organization’s first annual Hope for Horses Gala. Anthony Zuiker is the creator and executive director of the well-known television series “CSI” and new series “Whodunnit?”. “We are overwhelmed with the Zuikers’ generous support of our organization and enthusiastically thank them for helping us to further our efforts to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home the horses that are surrendered to our care,” says Ken Bacher, president of Triple R Horse Rescue. The Triple R Hope for Horses Gala will be held at the Carefree Resort and Conference Center on October 19. It will
include a formal dinner, exciting programming and both silent and live auctions to raise muchneeded funding to continue the rescue, rehabilitate and re-home efforts. All donations raised throughout the evening will go directly to the feed and care of horses at the rescue. Triple R Horse Rescue is a nonprofit organization based in Cave Creek whose mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home horses in need. Local television personality Andi Barness will serve as emcee for the event. For tickets or information, visit www.triplerhorserescueaz.com or contact the coordinator, Courtney Olson, at 206.948.2271. Guests should purchase tickets by October 15 as they will not be sold at the door.
Feed The Hungry: Keep The Bowl For almost two decades, members and friends of the Sonoran Arts League have been creating ceramic and glass bowls in support of the Foothills Food Bank Empty Bowls Project. It’s held in awareness of World Hunger Day each year. The annual Empty Bowls Project will be held at the Carefree Town Center on Friday, October 18, from 11am-1:30pm. Lunch will be prepared by Carefree Resort & Conference Center and served in handmade ceramic or glass bowls. For a minimum donation of $15, guests can select their own unique bowl, made by members and friends of the Sonoran Arts League, and keep it as a lasting reminder of world hunger. All proceeds from the lunch are donated to the Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center, and will support its ongoing effort to provide emergency food and services to area families in need of assistance. A silent art auction adds another dimension to this event. All of the proceeds go to the Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center. Approximately $20,000 is raised each year. For information, visit www.sonoranartsleague.org.
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Cooperation – what a concept! Carefree is cooperating with the Sanderson Lincoln dealership to improve the amphitheater – now named the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion. In exchange for these naming rights, Sanderson Lincoln will pay Carefree $250,000 over 10 years at $25,000 per year. MAYOR The Town of Carefree will use these Town of Carefree funds to completely cover the Sanderson 480.488.3686 Lincoln Pavilion seating area with sails to www.carefree.org shield spectators from the sun. This sun screen will enable the area to be used during our sunny days. Carefree will also install lights to improve nighttime use and a sound system. We expect the lights and sound systems to attract more local groups to use the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion for their events and fundraisers. Carefree is cooperating with Cave Creek to investigate combining our two municipal courts. The objective is to save money for both Towns and keep the new court in our local area. The plan is for the Carefree Court to assume judicial responsibility for both Towns. After renovations are completed in a Cave Creek municipal building, the combined court will relocate to the Town of Cave Creek. The two Town Councils are scheduled to meet in the next few weeks to determine if they desire to proceed with this plan. These two examples of cooperation are a “win-win” for everyone!
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POWER Lunch Join the Profitable Opportunities With Empowering Results, known as the POWER lunch, on Tuesday, October 15 from 11:30am-1pm at the Venues Café in Carefree. Speaker Loren Condron of Dotted & Crossed Marketing will present Facebook 101 - Interactive Workshop to help you effectively navigate your Facebook page. Bring your mobile devices and learn hands on. Reservations are required. The Venues Café is located at 34 Easy Street, in Carefree. Cost is $20, with lunch included. For information, call 480.488.3381or visit www.carefreecavecreek.org.
2013 Land Trust Photo Contest Celebrates Black Mountain, Daisy Mountain Courtesy Andrea Searle
Desert Foothills Land Trust (DFLT) presents the 2013 Mountains of the Land Trust Photo Contest. The contest is intended to encourage a deeper appreciation for the unique characteristics of Black Mountain and Daisy Mountain. Photos can be taken any time, but should feature Black Mountain or Daisy Mountain in some way. Contest entries will be accepted through 4pm on October 18. Professional photographers will choose 13 winning photos, including one in the “under 18 years old” category. Photos will be shown at Anthem Autumnfest from October 26-27, North Valley Regional Library, October 29-November 1, Cave Creek Museum from November 4-10 and move to Desert Foothills Library on November 11. The photographers top picks and the People’s Choice Award winner will be announced at an awards reception at Desert Foothills Library on December 4. All photos will be used in the 2014 Mountains of the Land Trust Photo Contest calendar, which will be unveiled at that reception. Complete contest rules and entry forms are available at the Desert Foothills Land Trust office at 7518 East Elbow Bend in Carefree, as well as the Town of Carefree, Town of Cave Creek and Anthem administrative offices. Entry forms are also available at www.dflt.org.
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Open House Celebration The non-profit Foothills Caring Corps will celebrate its newly renovated office space and expanded services by hosting an open house Thursday, October 3 from 3:30-5:30pm. The Corps will provide information on its two new services that include Friendly Pet Visits and a Medical Equipment Loan Closet in conjunction with the Kiwanis of Carefree. Information will be available on current programs as well. Open house visitors are encouraged to tour the facility while enjoying refreshments. Located at 7275 East Easy Street, Suites B 102, 103 and 104 in Carefree, the Caring Corps promotes independence for older residents by providing services and support. Visit www.foothillscaringcorps.com.
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Save The Date... Enjoy a winter wonderland with desert skies when the Sixth Annual Carefree Christmas Festival kicks off December 13-15. Located along Easy Street in Downtown Carefree, this year the three-day winter wonderland brings all the holiday classics and more – Yuletide spirit will be fully on display each day and evening. The festival features an electric light parade, fireworks, outdoor concerts and 35 tons of real snow. Ongoing events include the Carefree Christmas Market, where stocking stuffers are the hot commodity. On Sunday, the Foothills Animal Rescue will host a pet parade and adoptions. For more information, call Jo Gemmill at 480.236.9996 or e-mail her at carefreetea@aol.com.
Foothills Annual Costume Ball The Foothills Caring Corps annual “Mask”Querade Ball will be held on Saturday, October 26 at the Terravita Golf and Country Club, 34034 North 69th Way in Scottsdale. Costumes and masks are encouraged, but not required. “We invite the community to make an evening of it, join us for dinner and dancing where you’ll be entertained while being able to support a good cause,” says Debbra Determan, Foothills Caring Corps executive director. The evening will begin with a social at 6pm, followed by dinner and dancing from 7-10pm. Guests will be served a three-course dinner and adult beverages will be available for purchase. The high-energy dance band Affinity will perform throughout the evening. Ballroom dancers from the Phoenix USA Dance Outreach Team will mingle with guests, demonstrating the latest steps. Tickets are $75 and must be purchased in advance online at www.foothillscaringcorps.com, or by calling 480.488.1105.
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The Foothills Animal Rescue fall fundraiser, Whiskers and Wine, is back for its second year. A new venue has been announced at the Carefree Plaza, in the heart of Downtown Carefree. Taste fine cuisine from local restaurants and sample fine wines. The event will also feature a silent auction, 50/50 raffle and fine jazz music on the main stage. Tickets are $25 and will be available for purchase at the shelter, FAR Resale Boutique, as well as online. Sponsorships are also available and local restaurants and wine cellars are encouraged to participate. For more information on how to get involved, call 480.488.9890.or visit www.foothillsanimal.org/fundraisers.
Everyone is invited to come hear world-renowned pastor Father Michael Lapsley speak at Black Mountain United Church of Christ, located at 30600 North Scottsdale Road, on October 17 at 7pm. He is in town to lead a free-for-veterans Healing of Memories workshop on October 18-20 at Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center, in Carefree. For more information, call 480.488.5218 or visit www.spiritinthedesert.org. Father Lapsley is an Anglican missionary priest who was active in the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa. Eight years after losing his hands and the sight in one eye due to a letter bombing, he founded the Institute for Healing Memories in South Africa. His mission is to facilitate the healing process of individuals, communities and nations who’ve experienced war, human rights violations and other traumatic circumstances. As Nelson Mandela said of him, “His life is part of the tapestry of the many long journeys and struggles of our people.” His book, Redeeming the Past: My Journey from Freedom Fighter to Healer, has won the Andrew Murray Desmond Tutu award. Along with an uplifting and hope-filled talk, enjoy homemade cookies and refreshments Thursday night at the church. Contact Pastor Jayne Hubbard at 480.575.1808 for information.
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Carefree Kiwanis will offer new store hours at its Carefree Kiwanis Marketplace, beginning October 16. Hours will be Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 9am-1pm. According to Dave Bell, Carefree Kiwanis Flea Market and Marketplace chairman, “Customers have loved the new Carefree Kiwanis Marketplace. We will be expanding hours so that more customers can find the time to come and shop the many low prices and new items in the store.” The Carefree Kiwanis has increased Saturday morning pick-ups by one hour, and has doubled its pick-up crews on Wednesdays and Saturdays. To schedule a pick-up or volunteer to help out at the Flea Market warehouse, call 480.488.8400. There are furnishings, electronics, exercise equipment, housewares, clothing, accessories and collectibles waiting to be scooped up at the Kiwanis Club of Carefree Flea Market on Saturday, October 12, 8am-1pm. (Rain day is the following Saturday, October 19.) The Carefree Kiwanis Flea Market is located at Dave Anderson Memorial Building, 7177 East Ed Everett Way in Cave Creek (southwest corner of Tom Darlington and Cave Creek Road). Across the parking lot from the Flea Market, you’ll find the Kiwanis Club of Carefree Marketplace. Special sales may take place throughout the month, so drop by 7171 Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek. Look for the large Kiwanis Club of Carefree Marketplace signs. For more information or to volunteer with the Kiwanis Club of Carefree, call 480.488.8400 or visit www.kiwaniscarefree.org.
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SOUL CONNECTION
It Takes A Village When I was 15, I saved up $200 to buy my first car, a 1941 maroon Chevy coupe with rusted-out fenders. It was about the same vintage as me. The fenders had holes that let dust from the gravel roads into the car. All of the roads around Elbow Lake, Minnesota were gravel roads except the two highways that went through town. The dust accumulated in the cloth ceiling of the Chevy and my best friend, Buckshot, would sit in the passenger seat, slap the ceiling and the brown dust would come rolling out. He’d laugh hysterically, but I was too mad and embarrassed to find it funny. Before I drove on those gravel roads, I met with the local State Farm agent. After we filled out the paper work, I paid for six months of insurance and he said, “I will be watching how you drive.” In a small town of 1,500 people it was possible, plus I always saw him on Main Street. His comment had an impact on me because he was an authority, like my dad, telling me to “drive carefully.” Years later, when Hillary Clinton published her book, It Takes a Village, I remembered the agent’s warning to me as an example of how important it is that people in a community help parents raise children. Still today, I’m grateful to everyone in the Village of Elbow Lake: teachers, coaches, Sunday school teachers, Boy Scout leaders and an insurance agent who helped my parents raise me and my brother and sisters. 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.
Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Jr.
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The Desert Foothills Theater (DFT) kicks off its new season with Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Jr., a youth theater production, on October 4-13 in the Black Box Theater of Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center, located at 33606 North 60th Street. Directed by Aubrey Watkins with musical Aubrey Watkins directs Kiara Adams, Meagan Multz and direction from Terry Smith, Ashley Shirley. this beloved Hans Christian Andersen tale for the young and the young at heart became one of Disney’s greatest animated classics. Morning, matinee and evening performances vary depending on date. Tickets range from $11 to $21. In addition, a special Ariel’s Under the Sea Tea Party will take at the theater at 12:30pm on Sunday, October 6. The special pre-performance lunch hosted by the English Rose Tea Room includes the chance to meet the play’s characters up close. Visit www.dftheater.org or call 480.488.1981.
The Summit Diner is celebrating its one year anniversary. This month, the diner, located on the Safeway side of the Summit Shopping Complex, will be offering a complimentary dessert with all dinners. Over the last year, Summit Diner listened to its over 1,800 VIP members and added craft beers on tap, signature cocktails and new menu items. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are offered each day from 6am-9pm. Breakfast is offered anytime. Customers will find an open floor plan and friendly staff at the neighborhood spot, perfect for a quick meal or easy take out. Visit www.summitdiner.com.
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Summit Diner Celebrates One Year
Cars for Charity Car Show 2013
Oktoberfest: Mini-Beer Festival & 5K Run/Walk An Oktoberfest fundraiser for the Arizona Chapter of the American Parkinson’s Disease Association will be held October 26 in Downtown Carefree. It begins at 3pm with a 5K Optimism Run/Walk and 10K and Family Fun Bike Ride. Immediately following, all participants are welcome to attend the Oktoberfest event located in the Carefree Town Center, where guests will enjoy beer and wine tastings in addition to a variety of food options. There will also be a raffle with great prizes, and this year’s silent auction even includes a personally autographed guitar from Alice Cooper. Music will be offered by Mark Florentine and the Tremble Clefs. Admission to the Oktoberfest for Parkinson’s Disease is included with run registration, or $25 without a registration. All food and drinks are included in the admission price. Visit www.apdaarizona.org for more information.
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The third annual Cars for Charity Car Show, presented by Our Lady of Joy Church and the Knights of Columbus, will be held Saturday, October 12 from 8:30am-2:30pm in Carefree. The show will have an estimated 150 participants entering everything from Hot Rods and antique Ford Model T’s to modern day Corvettes, Ferraris, Maserati, Muscle cars and Customs. There will be awards in each class. The first 150 entries will receive a free T-shirt, goodie bag and event coaster. The entry fee is $45. Award categories include Best in Show, Best in Class, Pastor’s Choice and a Men’s and Women’s People’s Choice. Admission is free. There will be raffles, 50/50 drawings, food and shopping for the whole family. Proceeds will benefit various church and Knight’s charities. Vendors selling car accessories and services, as well as specialty items for the whole family, will be on site.
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MAYOR FRANCIA WRITES... By Mayor Vincent Francia
Wild West Challenge By Katherine Koenig
The word community derives from the Latin communitatem, meaning fellowship, and from the French comunaute, everybody. Both definitions incorporate the spirit of what is known as the Taste of Cave Creek. Promoted vigorously by former Town Manager Usama Abujbarah, “The Taste” has come to be a keystone attraction and outreach by the Cave Creek community. The Taste at MAYOR once combines the coming together of the local citizenry, Town of Cave Creek while inviting citizens of other communities to join the 480.488.1400 party. Thus, The Taste could be described as fellowship for www.cavecreek.org everybody. This year’s two-day Taste will be on Wednesday and Thursday, October 16-17, at Stagecoach Village. It’s the perfect venue for this event due to the spacious, open-air setting that accommodates many participating businesses but also the large, nomadic crowds that wander from one food sensation to the next. Tastegoers will get to indulge in cuisine of more than 25 restaurants, sample wine and craft beers and also sip-sample tequilas (a personal favorite). Live music will set an up-beat tone. The Sonoran Arts League will showcase an exhibit and sale and Sanderson Ford-Lincoln will sponsor a Chili Cook-Off and Salsa Challenge. To be sure, The Taste satisfies palate pleasures. It’s a Yum Delight state of mind. But the event has an equally vibrant social context that can be found nowhere else. The Taste brings people together to celebrate the fellowship of community where everybody matters. Where at least for two days, fun is the marquee emotion, and good will towards all the message.
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It’s creeping up quickly! Halloween will be spookier than ever during this year’s Cave Creek Wicked on Saturday, October 26. Events throughout the day and evening will be sure to thrill all ages. Wicked kicks off with fun for families, couples and singles from 11am-4pm, where visitors will enjoy fun on the entire west end of Cave Creek along Cave Creek Road. Events include: • Community-wide trick or treating • Horse costume contest at Black Mountain Feed at 11am • Pet costume contest/parade from 1:30-3pm at Wild West Pawn
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• Kids Costume Contest from 12:30-1:30pm at Frontier Town
Hang on to your cowboy hat. Things around here are about to get more interesting. Most Creekers have heard about the duel brewing between Cave Creek and Scottsdale. The Cave Creek Town Council voted loud and clear a few weeks ago to challenge Scottsdale for its designation as the “West’s Most Western Town.” Scottsdale’s held the label since 1947, but Cave Creek is looking to steal it away during Wild West Days coming up October 31-November 1. In Resolution No. R2013-20, the Cave Creek Town Council laid out 25 reasons why it thinks its town should claim the title. For instance: Cave Creek claims it doesn’t need an “Old Town” area as does Scottsdale because “the whole town is an old town.” The Cave Creek Council has issued the following friendly challenges to Scottsdale city officials in the resolution:
In addition, the Adaptive Force Thriller dancers will be at Frontier Town, along with face painters, custom hat making at Watson’s Hat Shop, Halloween make-up demo at Big Earl’s Greasy Eats, fire and police fun at Clearance Time, witch’s brew and kids’ games at Pink Cadillac, music and much more. Look for the margarita garden and taco stand at El Encanto. Evening Pub Crawl For the late-night costumed crowd, beginning at 6pm through 2am on October 26, board a complimentary fun bus that continuously loops to and from the town’s top saloons for wicked staggered costume contests, specialty themed cocktails and prizes.
November 1 Cave Creek Town Manager Rodney Glassman challenges Scottsdale City Manager Fritz Behring to a Bull Riding Showdown at the Buffalo Chip at 8pm. November 2 Cave Creek Mayor Vincent Francia challenges Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane to a “Quick Draw Shootout” in the parking lot of the Horny Toad at high-noon. Cave Creek Vice Mayor Adam Trenk and his Town Council Posse challenge Scottsdale Vice Mayor Suzanne Klapp and her City Council to a match of “horse soccer” at the Hogs & Horses arena at 1pm. Cave Creek Town Clerk Carrie Dyrek challenges Scottsdale City Clerk Carolyn Jagger to an old-fashioned Pig Race at Harold’s Corral at 3pm. No official word from Scottsdale as to whether they will show – but hopefully their Pony Express will saddle up with an answer before too long. |CST
The saloons are: • 7pm Big Earl’s Greasy Eats • 8:15pm Smokehouse • 9:30pm Buffalo Chip Saloon • 10:45pm Harold’s Corral (The Gin Blossoms play October 25) • 12am Cave Creek Tap Haus Stops also will be made at Hogs and Horses and Hideaway Grill. In addition, Carefree Resort and Conference Center is offering an October 26 room rate of $69 plus tax so revelers can relax after the evening pub crawl. For reservations, call 1.888.227.7066. The resort is located at 37220 North Mule Train Road in Carefree. For more information, visit www.cavecreekwicked.com.
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The Scully Learning Center Foundation’s third annual “Funraiser” will be held on Sunday, October 6, from 3-6pm at the Cave Creek Smokehouse Restaurant’s outdoor patio, located at 6245 East Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek. “Feeling Groovy – A Flash Back to the Sixties” is the theme of the event featuring “Name that Tune” and “Best Hippie Costume” contests, live and silent auctions with donated items from area merchants, restaurants, and artisans, live music, food, drinks, games and prizes. The non-profit Scully Learning Center Foundation provides a variety of meaningful, creative and fun experiences including hiking, cooking, yoga, music, ceramics and organic gardening designed to promote and improve socialization and life skills for developmentally disabled participants who live within the boundaries of the Cave Creek Unified School District. Participants in the program are diagnosed with developmental disabilities including intellectual disabilities, autism, cerebral palsy and epilepsy. Tickets are $40. Kids under 10 are free. For further information or tickets, call David Shirey at 602.821.0086, send an e-mail to shirey@ cox.net or visit www. scullylearningcenter.org.
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Gin Blossoms to Perform At Harold’s Tempe originals The Gin Blossoms are playing at Harold’s Corral, 6895 East Cave Creek Road, during a special outdoor concert on Friday, October 25. Gates open at 8pm and the band will take the stage at 9pm following special guests Jared and the Mill. Tickets are available at Harold’s during restaurant hours or at www.haroldscorral.com. Best known for their hits “Hey Jealousy,” “Allison Road,” “Until I Fall Away” and many more, The Gin Blossoms helped create and define the sound of 90’s radio with their blend of Pop and Rock. They were named Phoenix New Times Best Rock and Roll Band in 1989, but it wasn’t until their breakout record in 1992 that their fame began to ride. These days, they play about 120 shows a year around the country, grateful to provide fans with good music and a good time. Prices range from $50 VIP patio seats with appetizers to $25 standing tickets. Day of show tickets increase by $5 and can be purchased at the gate. Presented by Sanderson Ford and Dirty Tequila, the concert takes place during the Town’s festive Cave Creek Wicked event. For more details, call 480.488.1906 or visit www. haroldscorral.com.
Hideaway Celebrates With Biketoberfest Since 1998, Mark Bradshaw’s Hideaway
Grille
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with Biketoberfest October 18-20. Day rides, live music, contests and a silent auction are just a few of the festivities that will take place at both Bradshaw’s Hideaway, located at 6746 East Cave Creek Road, and Tap Haüs, located at 6900 East Cave Creek Road. Biketoberfest will offer nonstop
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an
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Dinner, followed by a Metal King concert at 9pm. On Saturday the 19th, the second annual 100 Club of Arizona Poker Run will take place from 9-11am. The final day of Biketoberfest begins with the Buddy Stubbs Ride. For
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Wild West Days, Arizona’s largest western venue and a Cave Creek signature event, is just around the corner. It will be held from October 31November 3, throughout the Town of Cave Creek. Don’t miss three days of non-stop family entertainment, mutton bustin’, period costume competition, children’s costume competitions, music, period vendors, encampments, a western parade and various horse-related activities. This year’s title sponsor is Sanderson Ford and Sanderson Lincoln on Bell Road. Wild West Days will also feature the third annual Gun Down by Sundown. Look for a full listing of events in the CITYSunTimes special Wild West Days coverage coming in November.
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October Chamber Events Evening Mixer Spend an evening of business building at a fun and whimsical location on Wednesday, October 9. Owners Roy and Kathy Catalo are celebrating 20 years in Montessori. Come to Cave Creek Montessori to mix and mingle from 5:30-7pm and feel like a kid again. Refreshments will be served. Cave Creek Montessori is located at 29209 North 56th Street in Cave Creek. The cost is $5 for members and $10 for non-members. Encore Encore is a way for the business community to give back to a local non-profit. Go back in time this month on Tuesday, October 29 from 5:30-7pm and explore the Cave Creek Museum. See firsthand the items that were left behind from the ancient cultures that once inhabited the area. There is much to see including the enormous stamp mill
and even the clothing worn by early settlers. Part of the evening proceeds will go back to further the great work of the Cave Creek Museum. The cost is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Cave Creek Museum is located at 6140 East Skyline Drive in Cave Creek. Business Breakfast Interim Town Manager Rodney Glassman will speak about working together and moving Cave Creek forward on October 31 from 8-9:30am at Harold’s Corral. Topics will range from infrastructure planning and public art to economic development and the Great Western Challenge. Harold’s Corral is located at 6895 East Cave Creek Road. The cost is $6 for members and $10 for non-members. For more information on any of these events, call 480.488.3381 or visit www.carefreecavecreek.org.
Fine Art Exhibition and Sale Presented during Taste of Cave Creek The Sonoran Arts League will present a Fine Art Exhibition and Sale on Wednesday, October 16 and Thursday, October 17 from 5-10pm at Stagecoach Village, located at 7100 East Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek. More than 40 fine artists, members of the Sonoran Arts League, will be participating in the annual Taste of Cave Creek event. The League artists will be demonstrating and exhibiting their talents with a variety of artistic projects, including glasswork, sculpture, jewelry, painting, photography, gourds and mixed media. For additional information, visit www.tasteofcavecreek.com.
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More than 200 loyal shoppers attended the annual re-opening of the Gold Mine Thrift Shop, located at 6502 East Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek. Closing during the hot summer month allows volunteers time to clean and refurbish the interior before restocking the store for re-opening. Besides a full time manager and part time manager, the store is operated by volunteers, with net proceeds from the sale of donated items going to charity. “Besides raising money for our outreach missions, of which approximately 70 percent stays in the community, we also are a drop-off site for other charities,” says Ann Vanderwerf, a volunteer team leader for the craft section of the shop. The Gold Mine exists and is able to fund its various charities through the generous items received as well as garage and estate sales across the Valley. The Gold Mine sells everything except large appliances because of space limitations. Larger items are passed along to Habitat For Humanity. The Gold Mine is open for donations and shopping Wednesday through Saturday, 9am-3pm. For a list of charities, visit www.goodshepherdaz.org/ outreach.html.
Big Pete’s Birthday/Anniversary Bash On October 11, Big Pete Pearson, the King of Blues, will celebrate his wedding anniversary and 77th birthday with a BBQ Bash at Janey’s Coffee House, 6602 East Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek. Big Pete will be grilling all day and into the evening as designated BBQ pit master. With only a $10 cover charge, the event celebrates the legendary Big Pete. Food starts at 6:30pm and music at 8pm. Janey’s is thrilled to host Big Pete Pearson, a veteran musician for over 66 years; he has performed throughout the United States and abroad. A dominant figure in the Phoenix blues scene, Big Pete Pearson was born in Jamaica, but is considered a local. In 1995, he was inducted into the Arizona Blues Hall of Fame. For more information on the event, e-mail info@janeyscavecreek.com or call Janey’s Coffee House at 480.575.6885. For more information regarding Big Pete Pearson, visit www.bigpeteblues. com or e-mail Big Pete at bigpeteblues@yahoo.com.
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The National Scholastic Press Association recently announced the finalists for the 2012-13 Newspaper Pacemaker contests – Cactus Shadows High School’s CS Press was named as a finalist. The newspaper was one of 15 papers chosen to be finalists in the Tabloid Newspapers category. “I’m more than excited,” says Scott Warren, editor-in-chief. “We worked hard all year long and it’s great to get the recognition.” The Newspaper Pacemaker contest is co-sponsored by the Newspaper Association of America Foundation (NAA). There were a total of 325 entries. “It’s kind of surreal to be selected for such a prestigious competition, and the scope of the whole thing is pretty amazing,” adds Tyler Bean, features editor. Judges select Pacemakers based on coverage and content, quality of writing and reporting, leadership on the opinion page, evidence of in-depth reporting, layout and design and photography, art and graphics. Pacemakers are selected by the staff of a NAA-member newspaper or journalism professionals. Finalists will be notified about one month before the fall convention.
Thrift Shop Re-opens
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Anniversary Sale At Hot Spot Local favorite Suzanne’s Hot Stuff, located at 6245 East Cave Creek Road in Frontier Town, is having its “Lucky 13th Anniversary Sale.” The store’s hot sauces, snacks and gifts are known throughout the country. Help Suzanne’s celebrate this momentous occasion and help yourself to savings throughout the store – make sure to shop early for best selection. The sale starts October 1 and runs until all sale items are gone. For information, call 480.488.1277 or visit www.suzanneshotstuff.com.
The Cave Creek Museum will host a special author reception and book signing for its new Cave Creek and Carefree book on October 6 from 2-3:30pm at the Museum. Written by Patrick Grady and museum volunteers, the new Arcadia publication features articles on historic aspects of the two towns and an array of compelling photographs, many from the museum collection. Books are being sold for $22 with all proceeds benefitting the Museum. Other highlights this season: the Museum will unveil a new exhibit dedicated to Paolo Soleri, which includes rare photographs from local architect Michael Johnson, and the new “Spur Cross – Then and Now” exhibit with rare artifacts that have never been seen before, as well as a number of special events. “There’s a lot to celebrate this season,” says Evelyn Johnson, executive director of Cave Creek Museum. “We’re also expanding our children’s programs and we’ll be bringing back our Home Tour in the spring. There’s no doubt, this will be one of our most exciting seasons.” For information, call 480.488.2764 or visit www.cavecreekmuseum.org.
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Book Signing At Museum
Local Favorite Lunch Spot Re-opens
• Brioche style buns • Picnic table seating for 18 • Bratwurst with brown mustard and sauerkraut For more information, visit www.hotdogguy.net.
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The Hot Dog Guy is back in town. Join him October 1 as he re-opens for his opening week special – Vienna Beef Chicago Dog and a drink for just $3, through Saturday, October 5. Located at 6032 East Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek at Wild West Pawn, hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10am-2pm and Saturday from 10:30am-3pm. New this season:
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Fountain Hills Make a Difference Day Put your own cares and needs on hold for one morning in order to “Make a Difference” in the lives of some of the most vulnerable residents. Roll up your sleeves to take part in the 21st Make a Difference Day – the nation’s largest day of volunteerism. Join the Town of Fountain Hills on Saturday, October 26 at 7:30am at Golden Eagle Park, 15900 East Golden Eagle Boulevard. The Fountain Hills “Make a Difference Day” will bring together the faith community, clubs and organizations and town volunteers with a common mission to contribute where the needs exist. The jobs may include raking and cleaning up yards, cleaning up trash in garages, building wheelchair ramps for elderly homebound residents or even patching homes where owners cannot keep up with needed improvements and a variety of painting and cleaning duties. Volunteer registration is available at www.fh.az.gov/madd. Or, pick up a registration form at the Community Center or Town Hall. Questions? Contact Heather Ware, volunteer coordinator, at 480.816.5108 or hware@fh.az.gov.
Halloween in the Hills Celebrate the season with Halloween in the Hills on October 31 on Avenue of the Fountains. Enjoy a costume contest for dressed pets and pet owners starting at 4:30pm. Immediately following the costume contest, businesses will be open for Trick or Treating. Merchants will be handing out candy, popcorn and treats. There will also be games, bouncers, haunted houses, photo booth by Sami Fine Jewelry, a Pets N’ Their People costume contest and more. Come hungry...the Fountain Hills Noon Kiwanis will be offering hamburgers, hot dogs, drinks and other refreshments. There will be plenty to do, so show up early. The event runs until 8pm. For additional information, call 480.837.8168 or visit www.halloweeninthehills.com.
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Wine, Cheese, Pie – Fundraiser BCC Chamber holds annual event The Black Canyon City Chamber of Commerce presents it sixth annual Wine, Cheese and Pie fundraising event on Saturday, October 26 at the historic Rock Springs Café (www.rockspringscafe.com). The festivities take place in the outdoor Garden Patio at the base of the beautiful Bradshaw Mountains and will raise funds for the non-profit organization, with the majority of the funds utilized to maintain the Visitors Center at Harmil Plaza as well as giving back to the community. The fundraiser takes place from 5-10pm and includes a silent auction from 6-8pm, casino gambling with the famous AZ Duude (www.arizonaduuude. com) from 8-10pm and dancing under the stars until 10pm. The cost is $15 per person if purchased before the day of the event at www.black canyonaz.com, or $20 at the door. A table of eight can be purchased for $100. The price includes three glasses of various wines and $500 in “poker chips” for gambling. A grand prize will be given to the gambler with the highest winnings. There will also be light appetizers served and Rock Springs will have its outdoor bar open for those who do not prefer wine. The restaurant will be open for normal business as well. The pie served that evening will be donated by Rock Springs Café, a long time member of the Chamber. For more information, call 623.374.9797.
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St. Philip Benizi Catholic Church will host a Bazaar & Craft Fair on Saturday, October 27 from 11am-4pm. Enjoy games, crafts, a cake walk and a raffle – not to mention plenty of food. Everyone is welcome to attend. St. Philip Benizi is located at 34621 South Old Black Canyon Highway in Black Canyon City. For more information, call 623.374.5392 of find the church on Facebook.
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The High Desert Helpers will host its 37th Annual Rock-A-Rama outdoor gem and mineral show November 1-2 from 9am-4pm and November 3 from 9am-2pm at High Desert Park. The family-friendly event is free to the public and there is ample parking. Visitors will enjoy dealers, demonstrators, minerals, gemstones, jewelry, fossils, crystals, tools, equipment, books, lapidary supplies, gold panning, beading, wire-wrapping, faceting, stone carving, gem setting and rock identification, as well as hourly door prizes. Food and beverages are available. High Desert Park is located at 19001 East Jacie Lane, Black Canyon City. For more information, visit www. highdeserthelper.org or call 623.374.9270.
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SUPERINTENDENT’S MESSAGE
Degrees Of Connection Show Schools Still Center Of Community Life The 2013-14 school year marks the centennial for our district, which started as Sunnyside Elementary School. Located near 32nd Street and Cactus, it opened to 35 students. We now serve 32,000 students in 44 schools. Despite the growth, some things have not changed. Sunnyside Elementary was the hub of the community as the site for square dances, cake walks, barbeques and more. The community connection to the schools DR. JAMES P. LEE remains strong today. Just ask the members Paradise Valley Unified School District of the Dad’s Club at Sandpiper Elementary School or the booster clubs and PTOs at our other schools. During our centennial year, people are letting us know all the ways the district has impacted their lives. On Facebook, Chad Wilson posted, “…my entire family is part of the 100 years. I have three sons in different schools in the district, my wife graduated from Shadow Mountain and I am the JV Baseball Coach at Shadow Mountain now. Happy 100th Birthday!” Elizabeth Harris has six degrees of connection. She attended elementary, middle and high school in the district, has two children in PV schools and teaches English at Horizon High School. Such connections run deep – so deep, Glenn Guthie, who attended Sunnyside Elementary in 1931, still cherishes memories of Mrs. Jones, his first-grade teacher. The District’s alumni – including Olympic swimmer Misty Hyman, pitching great Curt Shilling, Twilight actor Kellan Lutz and Indy 500 winner Buddy Rice – are invited to take a nostalgic tour of the District’s history at the Centennial Celebration October 19 at Shadow Mountain High School. The celebration, funded by The Foundation for Public Education and its community partners, will feature a parade, fireworks, historical displays, stage performances and, of course, an opportunity to gather as a community just like in the old days. We are proud of our rich history and our part in shaping lives of past and future generations. Learn more about the Centennial Celebration at www.pvschools.net/centennial.
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The 2014 AEF Arizona Spelling Bee will be held Saturday, March 29 in Phoenix, showcasing the state’s top 27 spellers. In order to have the opportunity to participate, schools must enroll with the Scripps National Spelling Bee online at www.spellingbee.com by October 15. The school enrollment fee is $120 and the home school enrollment fee is $89. All public, charter, private and home schools may register and must pay by credit card or check. This will be the 15th year the event is being administered by the Arizona Educational Foundation (AEF), a non-profit organization that promotes excellence in education through diverse statewide programs and community partnerships throughout the year. Once registered, schools will receive official study lists for students organized by grade level, official pronouncer guides for classroom and school spelling bees and a free one-year subscription to Britannica Online for Kids from Encyclopedia Britannica (valued at $69.95). Students must advance through a series of classroom, school, district and county bees to qualify for the AEF Arizona Spelling Bee. For information, call 480.421.9376 or visit www.azedfoundation.org.
A Starting Place For Finding Quality Child Care & Preschool
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First Things First recently launched a new website – www.qualityfirstaz. com – that gives parents tools they can use to find a quality child care and preschool setting that meets their needs. This choice has never been more important. The website includes a checklist of questions to ask providers and a listing of early care and education providers around the state that participate in Quality First. Brenda Thomas – who currently teaches at the Porfirio H. Gonzales Young Achievers Preschool in Tolleson, but has also served as a kindergarten and elementary school teacher – says early experiences make a difference in whether children embrace learning or struggle in school. Dr. Pamela Powell, an associate professor of literacy and early childhood at Northern Arizona University and vice chair of the First Things First board, agrees. “Children who have quality early education experiences are more prepared when they enter kindergarten, and do better in school,” says Powell. “Skills like motivation, self-control, focus and self-esteem are rooted in early childhood and are learned from interactions with adults.” To learn more about First Things First, visit www.azftf.gov.
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October 4-8
13th Annual Scottsdale International Film www.scottsdalefilmfestival.com; 602.410.1074
Blue October
October 4-31
Talking Stick Resort www.talkingstickresort.com
October 1
October 3-27
The Lumineers, Dr. Dog and Nathaniel Rateliff
19th Annual Schnepf Farms Pumpkin & Chili
AZ Field Of Screams
www.pumpkinandchiliparty.com; 480.987.3100
www.azfieldofscreams.com; 602.999.3276
Comerica Theatre www.livenation.com October 3
39th Anniversary ArtWalk Scottsdale Arts District www.scottsdalegalleries.com; 480.990.3939 October 3
Booker T. Jones Musical Instrument Museum www.mim.org; 480.478.6000
October 4
October 11
October 5
Dave Holland PRISM
8th Annual Old World Oktoberfest
Musical Instrument Museum
Margaret T. Hance Park www.phoenixoktoberfest.com; 480.947.7490
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3rd Annual A3F 24-hour Film Challenge
October 11
www.thea3f.net
World Blues: Taj Mahal and Vusi Mahlasela October 5
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street Scottsdale Center for Performing Arts www.pmaz.org October 5
Story Pirate Kerr Cultural asukerr.com; 480.596.2660
Musical Instrument Museum October 11-12
Indigo Girls With The Phoenix Symphony Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org; 480.499.8587 October 11-13
HMS Pinafore Arizona Opera at Symphony Hall 602.218.7335; azopera.org October 11-13
Fall Plant Sale Desert Botanical Garden www.dbg.org; 480.941.1225 October 11-13 Thru October 6
A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum
6th Annual Phoenix FearCon Film www.phoenixfearcon.com; 602.399.9500
Fountain Hills Theater www.fhtaz.org; 480.837.9661, Extension 3
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Little Bunny’s Halloween Great Arizona Puppet Theater www.azpuppets.org; 602.262.2050 October 10-19
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41st Annual Oktoberfest Tempe Town Lake www.tempeoktoberfest.com; 480.491.3378 October 11 – November 3
129th Annual Arizona State Fair www.azstatefair.com
Scorpius Dance Theatre’s A Vampire Tale
October 11 – November 10
Phoenix Little Theatre www.scorpiusdance. com; 602.254.2151
Arizona Broadway Theatre www.azbroadway.org; 623.776.8400
Hairspray
October 22-November 17
Disney’s The Lion King ASU Gammage www.asugammage.com; 480.965.3434
October 12
October 24
Oktoberfest
Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band
Salt River Fields at Talking Stick www.saltriverfields.com; 480.270.5000
US Airways Center www.ticketmaster.com; 800.745.3000
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October 25-26
Foremothers of Rock: A Tribute to Sister Rosetta Tharpe and Memphis Minnie with Maria Muldaur, Marcia Ball, Tracy Nelson and Del Rey
Spooktacular
Musical Instrument Museum October 16
An Evening with Garrison Keillor Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
Salt River Fields October 26
44th Annual Fall Festival Eldorado Park www.scottsdaleaz.gov; 480.312.0217 October 31 – November 3
Ballet Arizona’s Cinderella Symphony Hall www.balletaz.org; 602.381.1096
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12th Annual Great Pumpkin Festival Desert Botanical Garden www.dbg.org; 480.941.1225 October 18 – November 3
The Princess and the Pea Valley Youth Theatre www.vyt.com; 602.253.8188, Extension 2 October 19
Wanda Jackson: Queen of Rock Musical Instrument Museum October 20
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AIDS Walk Phoenix & 5K Run Downtown Phoenix www.aidswalkphoenix.org; 602.904.6001 October 20
Halloween at Hogwarts: Featuring the Music of Harry Potter The Phoenix Symphony at Symphony Hall www.phoenixsymphony.org; 602.495.1999
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Jelani Remy as “Simba” and the ensemble The Lion King National Tour. Photo by Joan Marcus
Phoenix Mayor Proclaims 2014 “Year of Valley Youth Theatre” (L to R) VYT Board Vice Chair Frank McCune, Resident Costume Designer Karol Cooper, Producing Artistic Director Bobb Cooper, Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton, and VYT Board Chair Colleen Gautam at the 2013 VYTal Affair on September 21 at the Herberger Theater Center. Mayor Stanton presented a proclamation declaring 2014 as “Valley Youth Theatre Year” in celebration of its 25th anniversary season. Photo by Mark Skalny Photography
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This month, we are offering our readers four opportunities to enter to be entertained! [ ] Brunch & Butterflies! Sunday Brunch for four at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch (www.scottsdale. hyatt.com) and four tickets to enjoy an afternoon at Butterfly Wonderland (www. butterflywonderland.com). [ ] A pair of tickets including dinner and the show to attend Arizona Broadway Theatre’s (www.azbroadway.org) production of The Sound of Music, running November 22-December 29.
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[ ] A pair of tickets to attend Arizona Theatre Company’s (www.arizonatheatre.org) production of The Mountaintop, running November 14-December 1 at the Herberger Theater Center.
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[ ] Two pairs of tickets to ASU Kerr Cultural Center (www.asukerr.com) for Grammy nominated Hawaiian chanteuse Raiatea Helm on November 7.
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Awarding-winning artist and author Sandi Ciaramitaro’s original oil and watercolor paintings will be showcased in her studio, located at 26832 North 70th Place in North Scottsdale during November’s Hidden in the Hills tour.
Hidden in the Hills Studio Tour Save the date! Don’t miss an extraordinary, free, self-guided tour of 46 studios and 167 working artists with the 17th Annual Hidden in the Hills Studio Tour coming in November. Sponsored by the Sonoran Arts League and held in the Cave Creek, Carefree and North Scottsdale area, the popular art tour will take place November 22-24 and November 29-December 1. Visitors are able to participate in conversation and make a creative connection with nearly 200 artists, gleaning insight into the creative process, and are also able to purchase works directly from the artists. CITYSunTimes will have complete coverage in the November ARTS section. For more information, visit www.sonoranartsleague.org.
THE SEPTEMBER CONTEST WINNERS ARE... The winners of our September contest giveaways are: • Arizona Broadway Theatre’s Hairspray – Dinner and the show: Charlene Boyd of Cave Creek. • Arizona Theatre Company’s The Importance of Being Earnest: Arlene Knight of Scottsdale. • Holiday Concert at the Higley Center for the Performing Arts: Kathleen Garast of Scottsdale. • ASU Kerr Cultural Center’s Story Pirates: Suzanne Lanctot of Scottsdale. • Valley Youth Theatre’s The Princess and the Pea: Kim Howard (again!) of Cave Creek. Congratulations to you all!
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Show Us Your Winning Smile! Tammy Aldrich, our August Contest Winner, wrote, “Thank you so much for sending me tickets for Trailer Park The Musical at Arizona Broadway Theater. My good friend Mary Fachman (right) and I are pictured on stage, with bottles of moonshine (okay, they’re actually wine coolers). The show was hilarious, bawdy and very well-written and acted. We had a totally fun afternoon and were impressed with the production and the venue.”
FDA Toughens Warnings On Pain Drugs
A new Arizona-based racing company, StartLine Racing, will challenge runners to stay committed by increasing overall race mileage through its signature series, Going the Distance! A collection of five races, Going the Distance! includes every race distance, eventually building up to StartLine’s inaugural Going the Distance! Marathon in April 2014. Starting with the Going the Distance! 5K on October 20, series racers will complete runs of 5K, 8K, 10K, half marathon and full marathon. Runners earn series points for finishing each race, with additional points being awarded based on race results. At the end of the series the top 100 point earners will receive entry into the Going the Distance! prize drawing, where one runner will win a trip for two to the San Francisco Half Marathon in July 2014. For additional information, visit www.startlineracing.com.
HEALTH & WELLNESS “Pink Drink” For Breast Health Services For the entire month of October, guests who dine at Dominick’s Steakhouse at the Scottsdale Quarter will be seeing pink, literally. Servers and staff at the popular Manhattan style restaurant will be wearing pink ties during October and offering 100 percent of the proceeds from its “Pink Drink” to the Arizona Institute of Breast Health, which provides a second opinion for treatment options to women that have been recently diagnosed with breast cancer, completely free of charge. Dominick’s “Pink Drink” is a tantalizing raspberry pomegranate martini with a scoop of Limoncello sorbet. For information about the Arizona Institute of Breast Health, call 480.860.4200 or visit www.aibh.org. Dominick’s Steakhouse is located at 15169 North Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale. For information, call 480.272.7271 or visit www.dominickssteakhouse.com.
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has proposed stronger safety language on labels of long-acting and extendedrelease opioids in response to an epidemic of overdoses and deaths from the widely used pain medicines. The labels need to highlight dangers of abuse and possible death, as well as risks to newborns of mothers taking the medicines, the agency said early last month. Dr. Alex Bigham, CEO for Novocur Pain Management Clinics, says the new restrictions on widely-availabe pain medications are a step in the right direction. “The FDA said the drug labels currently are indicated for patients with moderate to severe pain, but in the future will indicate they should be used for severe pain only,” he says. “There are many other methods of treating varying degrees of pain that do not include addictive prescription medications.” Opioids include formulations of morphine, oxycodone and fentanyl. One of the best-known opioids is Oxycontin, a longacting form of oxycodone. Some 16,651 people in 2010 died from overdose deaths related to opioid abuse, the FDA said, including long-acting formulations. FDA officials stated long-acting forms of opioids have played a “disproportionate role” in drug abuse and deaths. According to Dr. Bigham, a rising number of patients of his network of Valley pain management clinics are seeking out chronic pain treatments that do not include opiate prescriptions. Some alternative treatments for people dealing with chronic pain that do not include opioid prescriptions include Neurostimulation, Radiofrequency Ablation and a variety of Non-Steroidal Injection Therapies. For information on Novocur Pain Management Clinics, visit www.novocur.com.
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FOOD & WINE Tacos Take Over The Fields The Fourth Annual Arizona Taco Festival hits Salt River Fields in Scottsdale October 19-20. Join more than 40 professional and amateur taco teams compete in chicken, beef, pork and fish categories with a sidecart throwdown in salsa, guacamole, anything goes taco and best booth design. The event will also include a hot chili pepper eating contest, a kids zone, cooking demonstrations, live music, boutique tequila expo and margarita competition. The cost is $12 and the event runs from 11am-7pm. For more information, visit http://aztacofestival.com.
SOL Tequila Thursdays Continue Upcoming tasting events: • October 3: Casino Azule • October 10: Casa Noble • October 17: Aga-Vie • October 24: Herradura • October 31: Partida • November 7: El Tesoro • November 14: Corzo • November 21: Casa Noble • November 28: Thanksgiving • December 5: Peligroso
At Rico’s American Grill, Chef Ken Arneson focuses on simplicity and sustainability, with emphasis on locally sourced ingredients, and he wants to share his knowledge with his guests. Learn how to reuse autumn herbs in multiple dishes at the chef’s weekly garden lunch, hosted right next to his restaurant garden. Arneson will share a three course lunch utilizing the same one to three herbs in each dish. The featured herbs will vary from week to week depending on what is available from his garden. The lunches will be hosted Wednesdays from October 9 – November 6 from 12-1pm. The cost per guest is $25 and each lunch can accommodate up to 20 guests. Rico’s American Grill is located at the Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak, 7677 North 16th Street in Phoenix. For more information, call 602.997.2626 or visit www.
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SOL Cocina in Scottsdale Quarter takes guests on a journey of taste discovery each week with Tequila Thursday. Guests will enjoy a complimentary tasting (served on a first come, first serve basis) every Thursday from 6-8pm in the bar and can enjoy the featured tequila all night for half-off the normal price. For reservations, call 480.245. 6708. Visit www.solcocina.com/ scottsdale for more information.
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Many seasonal farmers’ markets re-open this month and we have a rundown on where to get your fix of fresh fruits and veggies, specialty breads and baked goods as well as crafts and other products created by local artisans. Go to news.CITYSunTimes.com and GET MORE now!
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DISCOVER AZ WINES
BY PEGGY FIANDACA Owner, Lawrence Dunham Vineyards President, AZ Wine Growers Association
Wine grapes are grown in at least eight of Arizona’s 15 counties and there are wineries located in even more. Did you know there are wineries in Downtown Scottsdale and Tempe? You might also be surprised to know that there are wineries in Williams, Florence, Young, Tombstone and Yuma, to mention just some of the surprising locations for wineries.
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In Arizona, wineries operate under a Domestic Farm Winery license that is issued and regulated by the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control. You don’t have to grow wine grapes to be a domestic farm winery. These wineries may purchase grapes from in-state or out-of-state producers. Su Vino Winery (www. suvinowineryaz.com) in Downtown Scottsdale is a family-owned and operated winery in the Arts District. The winery was founded in Grapevine, Texas. What is unique about this award-winning winery is that it produces unique blends of wine or you can have wine made specifically tailored to your palate. If you choose this approach, you can participate in the winemaking process by bottling and corking your wine and placing your own personalized label. It makes a great holiday or wedding gift. Traveling up to the Grand Canyon, don’t miss Grand Canyon Winery (http:// t h e g r a n d c a n y o n w i n e r y. c o m ) . Siblings Carole and John Kennelly have collaborated with awardwinning winemaker Eric Glomski to produce handcrafted wines that pair well with foods. The tasting room and gift boutique is located in the heart of historic Downtown
Williams and is open every day. The tasting room also pours wines from other Arizona wineries. If you can’t get to one of the great Arizona wineries around the state, The Festival at the Farm is the place to meet grape farmers, wine producers and try dozens of Arizona wines close to home. The Governor proclaims Arizona Wine Week the week leading up to November 16 when wineries from around the state will be pouring their wines at the fifth annual festival. The picturesque setting of Phoenix’s historic The Farm at South Mountain (www. thefarmatsouthmountain.com) provides a beautiful backdrop to enjoy music, a boxed lunch under the pecan trees, workshops, specialty local products, silent/ live auction and, of course, great Arizona wine. The evening before (November 15) winemakers and wine aficionados gather to celebrate Arizona wines, and awards for the winning wines from the annual competition are announced. Enjoy passed and stationed hors d’ouevres at Quiessence Restaurant paired with the award-winning wines. The cost is $75 for each event and includes food, wine tastings and entertainment. Purchase tickets at www.azwinefestivalatthefarm.com.
October 5: Eighth Annual Harvest Festival at Page Springs Cellars, Cornville – includes musical acts, hay bale mazes, face painting, caricaturists, water dunk tank, food and, of course, plenty of wine; $40 includes a reusable GoVino Harvest Festival glass. Call 928.639.3004, Extension 222, or visit http://pagespringscellars. com/harvest-fest. October 12: Great Arizona Grape Stomp, Sonoita – A series of 5K Fun Runs that will take place across the state, benefiting the Arizona Wine Growers Association, a fun way to take a tour across Arizona enjoying the fresh air, beautiful, unique landscape and tasting some fabulous wines. The cost is $35; begins at 8am. Visit www.arizonawine.org. October 12: Alcantara Vineyard and Winery Harvest Fest – Celebrate the harvest in Cottonwood from 11am-5pm with food, wine, cigars, entertainment and more. The cost is $45 per person. Call 928.649.8463 or visit www.alcantaravineyard.com. October 19: Great Arizona Grape Stomp, Cottonwood – A series of 5K Fun Runs that will take place across the state, benefiting the Arizona Wine Growers Association, a fun way to take a tour across Arizona enjoying the fresh air, beautiful, unique landscape and tasting some fabulous wines. The cost is $35; begins at 8am. Visit www.arizonawine.org.
Celebrate The Verde Valley Wine Harvest In Style Cliff Castle Casino Hotel is hosting the 2013 Taste of the Verde Valley event on Saturday, November 2 from 1-5pm at the Stargazer Pavilion. The Taste of the Verde Valley event, an annual celebration of the Verde Valley wine harvest, will include culinary creations, wines of the Verde Valley and a beer garden. Live music will be provided by Native American Music Award winner Gabriel Ayala, setting the mood for this anticipated celebration, and the Yavapai Apache Nation Cultural Center will be exhibiting at the event. The Verde Valley Wine Trail Painted Barrel Auction is now a featured part of the celebration as well. Proceeds from the auction go to the Yavapai College Viticulture program. “We’re pleased to once again host the annual Taste of the Verde Valley event at the Stargazer Pavilion,” said Tony Averitt, Director of Marketing at Cliff Castle Casino Hotel. “We’re excited to partner with our local wineries to celebrate the wine harvest and offer guests the very best food, wine and live entertainment the Verde Valley has to offer.” Tickets are $20 and are on sale now, and include five wine or food tastings, a complimentary tasting glass and a $10 casino PlayCheck. Tickets are available in advance at the Castle Club or by calling 928.567.7999. Tickets are also available at the gate. For additional information, visit www.cliffcastlecasinohotel.com.
November 2-3: Cosecha at Dos Cabezas Wineworks, Sonoita – A celebration of the harvest with wine, food and music. The event runs 10:30am-4:30pm. Find Dos Cabezas on Facebook, call 520.455.5141 or visit www.doscabezaswineworks.com. November 2-3: First Annual Tombstone Festival of the Vine at Tombstone Wine Works – Eight wineries in attendance along with food vendors. Cost is $18; 11am-5pm. Check the Tombstone Wine Works Facebook page for updates, call 520.261.1678 or visit www.tombstonewinery.com.
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October 19-20: Willcox Wine Country Festival – A two-day fun-filled event at historic Railroad Park in Downtown Willcox. Enjoy more than 70 wines from 16 wineries, with food available from Dragoon Café and La Cocina Antigua. The event runs from 10am-5pm each day and costs $15. Call 520.384.2272 or visit www.willcoxwinecountry.com.
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Just within Arizona’s borders, you can find top-rated wine country, 5-star dining, scenic outdoor adventures, incredible arts and culture and so much more. By choosing Arizona, your money stays in the local economy to support Arizona jobs, services and vibrant communities. So get out and start exploring Arizona – you will be pleasantly surprised by what you find.
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DESTINATION: FLAVOR Celebrate the Southwest and Oktoberfest this month
Get your taste buds in gear and head south for Taste of Tucson on October 5. Plaza Palomino will host Tucson’s premier wine and food event featuring gourmet samplings from Tucson’s finest independently owned, original restaurants and wines and spirits from around the world. Joining the evening’s festivities will be “Junior Chefs” from local high schools doing demonstrations and offering samples. The cost is $75. The event runs from 6-9pm. For more information, call 520.343.9985 or visit http://tucsonoriginals. com/culinary-festival/taste-of-tucson.
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Celebrate Oktoberfest Verde Canyon Railroad style with Ales on Rails. Enjoy local rich-crafted ales, lagers, porters and stouts as well as brats and other Oktoberfest-style food fare – an array of flavors to match the pageantry of color that awaits in the Canyon. Ales on Rails takes place Thursdays-Sundays, October 3-31. For more information, call 928.639.0010 or visit www. verdecanyonrr.com.
Eighth Annual Wild Western Festival Voted “Best Wild West Show in the U.S.” by True West Magazine, Glendale’s biggest family-fun Western event takes place October 25-27 at the Historic Sahuaro Ranch Park, 9802 North 59th Avenue, from 10am-5pm. Called “A Wild West Renaissance Festival,” it is an event where “History meets Hollywood,” as guests enjoy Wild West Comedy Gunfight and Stunt Shows featuring real Hollwood stuntmen, trick ropers, gun spinners, Photos by Dr. Buck Entertainment trick horse shows, live music and Native and Production Company American dancers. Meet television and movie stars, Dan “Grizzly Adams” Haggerty, stuntman Neil Summers, Don “High Chaparral” Collier, actor and artist Mike Moroff and Kevin “Hercules” Sorbo. Enjoy pie eating contests, tug of war, sack races and other free country fair contests, plus bounce houses, face painting, train and pony rides and more. Tour historic buildings, do some cowboy fast draw, enter a costume contest, explore Dr. Buck and The Kid 100’s of vendors and artisans and don’t forget to taste some great festival food or Chuck Wagon cooking. It’s not just another western event; it’s a three day Wild West theme park. All shows are included with admission! Tickets are $10 for adults, $6 for military, $9 for seniors, $5 for kids five-12 and free for kids four and under. Parking is free. For more information, visit www.wildwesternfestival.com or call 623.882.9428.
Miners, Madams And Mayhem – Annual Jerome Ghost Walk History will once again come alive at the 11th Annual Jerome Ghost Walk. Participants will stroll with the saucy spirits that occupied the historic “Billion Dollar Copper Camp.” Attend this year and check out the miners, madams and mayhem that earned Jerome the nickname, “The Wickedest City in the West.” The annual event is sponsored by the Jerome Historical Society. The cost is $15-20 and show times begin every half hour from 6-9pm. For more information, visit www.jeromehistoricalsociety.com and click on the “Events” link or call 928.634.1066.
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Oliver is a handsome orange and white sweetheart who wants your love and attention and will let you know it. His beautiful amber eyes are expressive and an extension of his outgoing personality. He will want to follow you around with curiosity as well as his desire for some “Pet me!” Make Oliver your best friend. Adoption fee is $35. Foothills Animal Rescue is located at 23030 North Pima Road in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.488.9890 or visit www. foothillsanimal.org.
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Fourth Annual Charity Dog Wash The parking lot of ReThinc Advertising will be transformed into the agency’s Fourth Annual Rescue Rinse on Saturday, October 26. This year’s beneficiary will be Woof, Wiggles n Wags rescue. Residents are invited to bring their pups in from 9am-12pm to get squeaky clean and showered with affection, all for a compassionate cause. Every day, Woofs, Wiggles n Wags is saving, rescuing and caring for pets. Its goal is to adopt each pet into a Forever Home. All adopted dogs have been spayed, neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. The ReThinc team will be hosting the event at its new dog-friendly offices in Arcadia, 4714 North 44th Street in Phoenix. Pet parents can socialize while munching bagels provided by Einstein Bagels, fresh coffee and pastries. Attendees can also participate in a silent auction. All washes are by donation only, and a minimum $20 donation will get attendees a special gift. There will also be raffle tickets available for a chance at a basket loaded with goodies for your furry best friend. For information about Woofs, Wiggles n Wags, visit www.woofswigglesnwags.com. For additional information, contact Stephanie Riley at 480.268.9588. Visit www.rethincadvertising.com to learn more about ReThinc Advertising.
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Still The Ones! Bioidentical Hormones A series of incriminating studies have indicated that prescription hormonelike substances, which are not found in the body (until swallowed), may have caused harm, STEVE P. TIMMONS including an increase in Compounding Chemist breast cancer rates. Most Paradise Valley informed physicians have stopped recommending these synthetic hormones to patients because of these findings. However, since the use of these foreign molecules has for years been mislabeled as “hormone replacement therapy,” or HRT, these “synthetic hormones” have tainted the reputation of the real things: your own body’s actual hormones, often referred to as bioidentical hormones.
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MELANIE TIGHE Book Enthusiast ~ Phoenix
This month, Melanie reviews Chasing Harpo by Arizona author Alan Black.
It used to be everyone knew what a “date” is. The guy comes by the gal’s house, picks her up at the door and drives her to wherever they’re going. Afterwards, JAMES ROBERTS he drives her home, Author ~ Phoenix walks her to her door and perhaps collects a kiss. Or, perhaps, she invites him in for, ahem, coffee. The only other rule was that the person who invites, pays. But we’re going to pose a dilemma this month and let you decide the proper way to think about it.
Over the years, I have led many couples on their journey of “couple design discovery.” By connecting their individual vision for their home, they create a style that is unique BARBARA KAPLAN for them. For this to work, it Interior Designer ~ Scottsdale is essential that both people be involved in the design process. It doesn’t mean that they both have to like everything. However, they must be willing to accept the needs and desires of the other person as long as their own needs and desires are met, too.
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