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Publisher Shelly Spence
Editor/contributing writer Jenn Korducki Krenn
Contributing writers Donna Kublin Amanda Christmann Larson Tom Scanlon Monica Longenbaker Rebecca Zaner Barb Evans Lara Piu Stephanie Maher Palenque Paula Theotocatos Lauren Strait Peni Long Suzanne Wright Nigel Spence
Photographers Bryan Black Loralei Lazurek Keri Meyers Mike Harvey Michele Celentano Karen Hamilton Monica Longenbaker
Graphic artist Sam Paul
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You may have noticed when you picked up this month’s copy of our magazine that something is a little different. Don’t worry – it wasn’t your eyes playing tricks on you. We’ve changed our look! For the last 15 years, our magazine has been evolving and becoming what it is today. We’ve learned what is important to us and to our readers, and we’ve worked hard to find the best writers, photographers and graphic designers to provide our readers with
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professional, top-quality and inspirational content each and every month. Now that we’ve officially upped our game, we decided to give the magazine a makeover to reflect the pride we have in our work. We’ve built a new logo, carefully picked new fonts and redesigned some of our sections to give Images Arizona magazine a whole new look and feel. We love what we’ve come up with, and hope you do, too! Cheers!
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Meet the
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Writer Barb Evans Portraits by Loralei Lazurek Football photos by Mike Harvey
Matt & Tracy If you know a family you would like to nominate, please email shelly@imagesaz.com.
To say the Stanton’s Grayhawk home is a busy one would be an understatement. With three teenage boys and one ’tween daughter, Matt and Tracy Stanton often find themselves hosting countless impromptu dinners and last-minute sleepovers for their kids’ friends. It’s not unusual to see every table in the house filled with upwards of 18 to 20 hungry teenaged boys feasting on a home-cooked meal, or to hear them call Matt and Tracy “Mom” and “Dad.” And with family living close by, cousins, grandparents, aunts and uncles are often part of the mix, too. But the Stantons wouldn’t want it any other way. It’s comforting to know that 17-year-old twins Connor and Spencer, 15-year-old son Quinn and 12-year-old daughter Sophie feel that their house is the one their friends and family are always welcome in. “Our door is always open,” says Tracy. “You don’t have to knock.” And they’ve even made sure to have a big enough car to haul everyone where they need to go.
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“Before the older boys drove, we had to get the Suburban with nine seatbelts because we knew that we would always have it filled,” says Tracy. “We never know who will be filing in.” But amid all the chaos, Matt and Tracy have managed to build a home full of love, laughter and grace. And it wasn’t by accident. Guts, Glory and Faith Throughout the hallowed halls of Notre Dame Prep, the name “Stanton” is often used when referring to the athletic feats of the twins, red-headed seniors Connor and Spencer, or younger sophomore brother Quinn. In addition to a rigorous academic load, the twins have played on the varsity football team since they were sophomores, and each excels at other sports like track and lacrosse, respectively. Though injuries have sidelined Connor more than once, he illustrates his enviable perseverance by willing away pain to run 90 yards with a broken tibia, and becoming a standout amongst 700 players at this year’s Rivals Combine, placing first in broad jump, sixth in vertical jump, ninth in cone drill and 17th in the 40yard dash. Spencer has been touted as one of the varsity football team’s top tacklers, and he’s broken NDP’s all-time record for most goals in a season for lacrosse.
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Quinn
Conner
Spencer
Quinn
Younger brother Quinn is quickly making a name for
“For us, it’s not about the accomplishments,” says Tracy.
himself as well. He joined Spencer as one of the few
“It’s about the things that people don’t see. We are
freshmen players on the varsity lacrosse team last year,
very intentional about grace and strength of character.
and he’s hoping to join both brothers on the football
Regardless of any accolades, scores or awards they
field as a varsity team member in the fall. If all goes
earn, it really doesn’t matter because we want them to
well, it will be a Stanton trifecta, a force to be reckoned
know their significance comes from God, not from a
with.
performance.”
Not to be overshadowed by her older brothers, Sophie
Adds Matt, “We try to instill the fact that it’s not going
is gearing up to forge her own path through NDP’s halls
to be all about them, which is not easy in a culture so
in a few years. As an honors student at Copper Ridge
filled with entitlement.”
Middle School, she can’t wait to wear the purple and gold, but that doesn’t stop her from being busy now
The Big Picture
with, golf, volleyball, guitar and maintaining straight A’s.
In addition to sports, the Stanton kids have a number of different interests and talents.
“We have always tried to empower them,” says Matt. “They were nurtured from an early age to be confident,
Connor has surprised everyone with his artistic abilities. His
courageous and fearless.”
drawings of antique cars from his grandfather’s collection and a still life featuring the intricate detail of the Indian
And through it all, the Stanton kids remain humble,
head on a penny have won awards at art shows.
practicing a lesson they’ve learned through their faith and from their parents: to lead with a servant’s heart.
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“We had no idea he had this talent,” says Matt. “To see
that side of him is wonderful. Hopefully it can be a life-long form of release for him.” Spencer has taught himself how to play the piano and guitar and recently showed his mad shredding skills at a school performance. His passion for the instrument has inspired Quinn and Sophie to learn it as well. Quinn can also play a mean game of chess. “We didn’t want them to become a master at just one thing; we wanted them to be multi-dimensional,” says Matt. “They’ve been in so many diverse camps: tennis, golf, chess, art, music, church and science. We want them to be well-rounded and exposed to a lot of different things.” Travel is a priority for the Stantons, whether it’s decompressing on the beaches of Mexico, visiting family in the mountains of Colorado, or putting everything on pause for a week of family camp in California. This summer, though, it’s all about getting the twins ready for college with road trips to look at schools. Next summer, the family plans to go on a mission trip to
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community arts // Culture // announcements Writer Barb Evans
Preston’s Steakhouse Opens in North Scottsdale Preston’s Steakhouse, the latest offering from visionary Chef Charles Schwerd, is now open at the Citadel, 8700 E. Pinnacle Peak Road. The contemporary steakhouse offers an upscale yet unpretentious, local-centric experience at a more affordable price with a menu focusing on traditional steakhouse classics mixed with innovative chef surprises. A variety of handcrafted bottle beers, classic and signature cocktails, and an extensive wine list ensure the perfect accompaniment to every meal. Dining reservations are
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recommended. For more information visit prestonsscottsdale.com.
Each Visit includEs:
• Visual inspection of all rooms • Check HW heater • Check for pests, insects • Check landscaping, pool and spa • Check for signs of leaking • Check thermostats • Visual inspection of garage and systems • Run water, flush toilets • Check fridge
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June 1-July 31 Topgolf Summer Academy Kids ages 6 to 12 can learn about all the components that make up the great game of golf in this weekly program, from
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June 6 Bob Boze Bell Book Signing The 2015 Summer Reading Program kicks off with this wellknown Arizona artist, author and editor of True West magazine as he shares his story and book, “The 66 Kid; Raised on the Mother Road: Growing Up on Route 66, the World’s Most Famous Two-Lane Blacktop.” 2 p.m. Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., 480-312-7323, scottsdalelibrary.org. june 2015
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community calendar arts // Culture // announcements
June 6 Ice Cream Social Run Take the family on a
year with an expanded
running tour of North
two-day lineup of well-
Scottsdale guided by
known folk and acoustic
Fleet Feet Sports, with
rock entertainment, wine
runs in distances of 1, 3
from 17 northern Arizona
and 5 miles, and reward
wineries, and cuisine
yourself afterward with an
from eight gourmet food
ice cream treat provided Tweet AZ. 8 a.m., Fleet Feet Sports, 18261 N.
trucks from the Phoenix
June 8
by BibRave and Run Eat
MIM Concert: Steve Smith and Vital Information-NYC Edition
Pima Rd., 480-907-6699,
Steve Smith, the former drummer from Journey and one of Modern
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Drummer magazine’s “top 25 drummers of all time” brings the NYC version of his celebrated jazz fusion band to the MIM Music Theater. 7 p.m. $32.50-$42.50. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., 480-478-6000, mim.org.
p.m.-midnight. $20-$45. Riverfront Park, N. 10th St., Cottonwood, 928-639-3004, tiltedearthfestival.com.
June 25-27
throughout the state with
Scorpius Dance Theatre Presents “Rock”
such as Georgia O’Keeffe,
a weekend of music,
Audiences will be taken
Stuart Davis, Arthur Dove
crafts, activities, tours, and
back in time with this
and Marsden Hartley. Free
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high-impact show that
with museum admission.
a.m.-5 p.m. Free with paid
pays tribute to Rock ‘n’
Phoenix Art Museum, 1625
museum admission. Musical
Roll from the ’60s to the
From New York to New Mexico: Masterworks of American Modernism from the Vilcek Foundation Collection
N. Central Ave.,
Instrument Museum, 4725
early ’80s by exploring the
602-257-1880, phxart.org.
E. Mayo Blvd.,
stories behind the music
480-478-6000, mim.org.
through dance, aerial arts
Enjoy masterworks of
Kick off your summer
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June 13, 14 Family Weekend at the MIM
June 19, 20 Tilted Earth Wine & Music Festival
and two short films. Check website for show times. $25+. Hormel Theatre at Phoenix Theatre, 100 E.
American modernism from
fun as MIM honors
This vibrant festival
McDowell Rd., 602-254-
the early 1910s to the
the wonderful families
returns for its second
2151, scorpiusdance.com.
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July 3 Cave Creek’s 3rd of July Fireworks Extravaganza One of the Valley’s biggest parties, this family-friendly Independence Day celebration features live music, food and drink specials, and a free shuttle around town. 5 p.m. Shuttle available 6 p.m. to midnight. Free. Reserved seats available: two-top, $10; four-top, $15; and ten-top, $30. Harold’s Corral, 6895 E. Cave Creek Rd., 480488-1906, haroldscorral.com; The Buffalo Chip Saloon, 6811 E. Cave Creek Rd., 480-4889118, buffalochipsaloon.com; The Roadhouse, 480-488-3300, cavecreektaphaus.com.
Sonoran Arts League Hosts Grand Canyon State Games Art Contest The Sonoran Arts League is partnering with Grand Canyon State Games on its nationwide art contest open to all ages. The contest promotes creativity through art as an effective method for artists to express their dreams and ideas for a successful life and a better community. Scholarships will be awarded into the Foothills Art Academy, courtesy of the Sonoran Arts League Youth Art & Education Committee’s visual arts scholarship programs. Winning artwork will be on exhibit at the june 2015
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community calendar arts // Culture // announcements Holland Gallery of Fine Art, 34250 N. 60th St., from June through August, and the league will host
$1,000 scholarship given
an awards presentation
in each awardee’s name
and reception at the
to a student at any
gallery on June 13. For
MCCC college or center.
more information, visit
Awardees may help select
sonoranartsleague.org.
criteria for awarding the scholarship based on MCCF guidelines. For more
CCUSD Offers Summer Youth Programs in Visual and Performing Arts
information, visit mcccdf.org.
Cave Creek Unified School District (CCUSD) is offering three youth visual and performing arts programs this summer: Foothills Art Academy, a collaboration with the Sonoran Arts League, offers hands-on courses in drawing, bookbinding techniques, digital photography, ceramics, metal embossing and sculpture; the C. Nicholas Johnson Physical Theatre Residency places emphasis on theatrical movement rather than dialogue, bridging dance and theater as one cohesive form of performing art; and the Fine Arts Center Stagecraft Workshop is for students who are interested in the backstage business of the performance world. For more information about these and other programs, call CCUSD’s Education and Community Services department at 480-5752440 or visit ccusd93.org.
Arizona Musicfest Selects 2015 Scholarship Winner Arizona Musicfest selected Ryanne McLaren, a senior from Musicfest scholarship winner. The $2,500 award will support
Delta Dental Golf Tourney Breaks Record at Grayhawk
the young pianist’s studies at Biola University Conservatory
The 10th Annual Delta
Campo Verde High School in Gilbert, as the 2015 Arizona
of Music in La Mirada, California, where she has been accepted to pursue a bachelor’s degree in performance in piano and organ. She will begin her studies at Biola in the fall of 2015. As a scholarship recipient, she is eligible to receive annual renewals for the Arizona Musicfest Scholarship with the potential to receive $10,000 during her college career. In addition to Ryanne, Arizona Musicfest also awarded renewal scholarships to the following past recipients: Anna Han, 2014/15; Dana Brink, 2013/14; Jeanelle Brierley, 2012/13; and Evan Pensis, 2012/13. For more information, visit arizonamusicfest.org.
Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation Honors Five Employees
employees Dr. Christopher
Maricopa Community
Weber, Miguel Fernandez
Colleges Foundation
and Dr. Bryan Tippet
(MCCF), the fundraising
(awarded posthumously)
arm of Maricopa County
at a luncheon held April
Scinto, Landres “Buddy” Cheeks, Dr. Heather
Community Colleges
28 at the foundation’s
(MCCC), honored
offices. Five awards were made in the form of
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Dental Golf 4 Smiles presented by Carrington College, held at Grayhawk Golf Club May 8, raised more than $100,000 for the Delta Dental Foundation. The recordbreaking tournament featured interactive holes with free blood pressure checks, chair and table massages, courtesy of Carrington College medical students, as well as the opportunity to “beat the pro,” a lux silent auction and Suns dancers. Since its inception, the Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation has provided more than $7
million in community grants to oral health promotion and dental disease prevention programs in Arizona.
Three Area Hospitals Honored with Stroke Care Quality Achievement Award HonorHealth Deer Valley Medical Center, HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center and HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center recently received the Get With the Guidelines-Stroke Gold-Plus Quality Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures outlined by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for the treatment of stroke patients. The program helps hospital teams provide the most up-to-date, research-based guidelines with the goal of speeding recovery and reducing death and disability for stroke patients. The hospitals also received the association’s Target: Stroke Honor Roll for meeting stroke quality measures that reduce the time between hospital arrival and treatment with the clotbuster tPA, the only drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat ischemic stroke. For more information, visit honorhealth.com.
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Father’s Day is approaching quickly, and let’s face it, dads aren’t always easy to shop for. To make things a little easier on you, we picked out a few classics with a modern twist. Cheers to you dads and dudes!
Get a shave, haircut, skin products and a real testosterone boost in a barber shop setting unlike any other. The Manor, DC Ranch Marketplace, 480-636-8911, themanoraz.com.
Look no further - we found his new favorite shirt, and one that you’ll love, too. Stylish Mizzen + Main shirts are low maintenance, moisture wicking and perfect for the Arizona heat. Scottsdale Men’s Shoppe, Market Street at DC Ranch, 480-664-4568, scottsdalemensshoppe.com.
No matter his size or style, get him fitted for a new handmade hat in the coolest hat shop you’ve ever seen. Watson’s Hat Shop, Las Tiendas in Cave Creek, 602-419-6436, watsonshatshop.com.
Kick back and relax. No man cave is complete without a leather chair like this comfy Wayne Latitudes Recliner. Fiesta Furnishings, 480-951-3239, fiestafurnishings.com.
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Classic pens, pocket knives and money clips are back in style. In fact, they never left. Find this William Henry set and just about anything else a guy could want at Penchetta Pen & Knife, Scottsdale Promenade, 480-575-0729, penchetta.com.
A wallet can make or break a guy. And locally made bison wallets like this one, can bring out the cool in any man. Lost Soul, Sunset at Pinnacle Peak, 480-515-3631, lostsoulaz.com.
Kick off your socks, it’s summertime! These cool Sebago driving moccasins have your road trips & backyard trips to the beer cooler covered. Suburban Sole Man, Market Street at DC Ranch, 480-563-7487.
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When Kurt and Kim Seger set out to purchase a new home three years ago, two tall items were on their wish list: a stable for their daughter’s horse, and a full-sized guest house for Kim’s aging parents. “I really admire how well my wife takes care of her parents,” says Kurt. “So it was important that we found a property where they could live with us.” With a stable on a 2.5-acre plot, plus endless public horse trails nearby, and an 1,800-squarefoot guest house for Mom and Dad, the Segers found a North Scottsdale residence that exceeded their expectations – and begged for more. Industrious and inspired, Kurt spent the next three years transforming the home into a true escape from city life and a unique step back in time. My tour of the home begins in their backyard, which is perhaps typical with its pool, grass, loungers, cats, and dogs; except the Seger yard also includes the peering noses of five curious, beautiful animals through the backyard fence: Honey, a white miniature horse, Jellybean a brown pony, Zoro, a black Missouri fox trotter, and Tina and Louise, a pair of recently sheared alpacas. “Animals love you unconditionally,” says Kurt. “They’re good for the soul.” A well-stocked chicken coop sits on the side of the backyard, and busy munching on the
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backyard grass is Daisy, a black teacup pig. “… although she has outgrown the teacup stage and is more like a keg,” jokes Kurt. The time warp really begins as we walk over a footbridge that leads to an area setting a new standard in man caves – a miniature Tombstoneesque Old West saloon. Measuring construction plans with his feet, Kurt designed the saloon himself and had it built from 130-year-old barn wood, with hand-hewn beam ax marks, from Corunna, Michigan. The partially outdoor saloon structure features a fully functioning 18-foot-long, 8-stool, 110-year-old antique bar with an eclectic set of regulars, including family, friends, neighbors, teenagers, horses, and a permanent fixture, mannequin Josey Wales. “I love sitting out here with the nature and the animals,” says Kurt. Antique 11-inch-tall silver-backed mirrors sit above the saloon bar. Authentic melt marks give them a look that present day do-it-yourselfers try to emulate and reveal exposure to fire – a peek into one of many incidents that the saloon bar likely witnessed during its 90 years of service. “This is an escape, a great place to fill back up before you head into the fray,” adds Kurt. The saloon and surrounding area are decorated with a museum load of other interesting antiques: a giant saw blade transformed into a table, an axe blade sharpener, a tobacco cutter, a safe from the 1850s, an outhouse, train tracks, and a Wurlitzer jukebox courtesy of their neighbor, just to name a few. Barrett-Jackson wins are also displayed throughout the Old West setting. There is a stagecoach wagon from the 1870s, a doctor’s buggy from the late 1800s, and a ’52 Dodge Power Army Wagon, one june 2015
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of 15 prototypes that were not purchased by the Army. In the garage I also find three more antiques: a ’57 Porsche Speedster, a ’52 Plymouth Cranbrook, and a bright red ’36 Ford pickup truck. The saloon sits next to a bunkhouse made from the same barn wood; both structures open up to northfacing porches overlooking a windmill built in the 1940s that Kurt shipped from Kansas. They also have views of a national landmark: the last original MailPouch Tobacco sign painted by Harley Warrick, who is credited for painting approximately 25,000 of these signs throughout his lifetime. It is among 1,000 that remain from the 40,000-plus Midwestern barn signs painted during a 100-year period. This sign was transported from a Kentucky barn and is hand-signed by the artist. As the house hub and hangout spot, the family decided the saloon deserved an official name: the Big S Saloon. Naturally, the Seger residence then became the Big S Ranch. For Kurt, Big S Ranch and Saloon is an adventure that’s replacing golf and country club life with animal tending and collecting vintage Western antiques. It yields a venue where three generations enjoy one home. Simply put, Kurt says, “We love it out here.” june 2015
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Writer Tom Scanlon Performance photos by Mike Harvey
One of the brightest sparkles for Notre Dame Prep’s
A finalist for the AIA Scholar Athlete of the Year (to be
Class of 2015 is a pom girl who shatters the stereotype
announced May 16), Stephanie has been offered merit
of cheer and dance girls in school for the social scene.
scholarships by SMU, TCU, the University of San Diego,
“I get that at school - ‘Is that all you do? Throw your
Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University’s
pom poms in the air and go home?’ I’m more into
President’s Award scholarship, and the University of
branching out in my life and getting involved,” says
Arizona’s Honors College’s Wildcat Excellence Award
Stephanie Nyberg, an NDP senior who will graduate this
scholarship.
month. She was also on the waiting list at UCLA, where her She is in NDP’s Summa Cum Laude program, and for all
mother, Christa, went to school, but broke mom’s heart
four of her high school years has been on varsity pom,
by accepting an offer to attend USC, her father’s alma
firing up the crowd at sporting events with routines far
mater.
more dance-oriented than cheerleading. Stephanie was captain of this year’s pom team, which finished second in
“My husband, Tom, and I are very proud of Stephanie’s
the state and seventh in a national competition.
focus and work ethic,” says Christa Nyberg. “She has been able to balance a very rigorous academic workload
On top of that, Stephanie breaks the typecast by being
with competing at the varsity level in pom for four years.
active in the National Charity League and has maintained
This year, she was captain of her pom team and has
a near-4.0 grade point average of 3.98. Her weighted
won two Arizona state championships.”
GPA, factoring in honors and advance placement classes, is 4.28.
Though pleased with her daughter’s achievements and goals, mom couldn’t resist a dig: “Go UCLA!”
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Stephanie spent a recent weekend day as busy as usual, splitting her time between a national cheerleading photo
The Lady Saints pom team practiced up to three
shoot and a meeting for a mother-daughter philanthropy
hours per day, learning routines from California dance
group. “I’ve been doing that since seventh grade,” the
guru Dan Sapp. The practice grind is finally over, and
young go-getter said. She has volunteered her time with
Stephanie has been able to spend time with friends and
the Boys and Girls Club, Miracle League, hospitals, food
family, enjoying her last semester in North Scottsdale
drives and Arizona Magic. The latter is a week-long
before heading to the big city for college.
summer camp for kids with disabilities. “At the end, we put on a play for parents. It’s a really cool experience.”
“I know it will be kind of a culture shock going to USC and living in L.A. But my grandparents live in California,
With all that going on, she will finish Notre Dame Prep
so I’ve been exposed to that. I plan on joining a sorority.
with a 3.98 grade point average, just a B-plus (Spanish)
I’m sure that will be a good part of the scene. I want to
an A-minus (U.S. History) away from perfection. Favorite
join some clubs.” And she may stir up the courage to try
classes are math, chemistry and biology.
out for the school’s ultra-competitive dance team.
She says she has enjoyed the small, teacher-intensive
Over-achieving and building up dreams as usual,
atmosphere of NDP - which she chose over Desert
Stephanie spent last summer working as an intern in the
Mountain High School, much closer to her family home,
Carl’s Jr. real estate department, where she glimpsed
and much bigger than NDP. “I didn’t want to go to a
behind the scenes of corporate development-making.
place where I was just a number. I heard nothing but great things about NDP, with small class sizes. I thought
“In 10 years,” her mother says, “we see her working in
it would be a great experience.
Los Angeles in real estate finance and brokering deals.”
“Then, when I made the varsity pom team as a freshman,
That is pretty much Stephanie’s goal: “I’m really
I made new friends and great inroads to the community.”
interested in real estate, that internship really got me hooked.”
Pom, by the way, is not cheerleading, and very different. “Cheerleading is more tumbling and jumping. In pom
A decade from now, what will she look back on as her
team, we are dance-focused.” Pom girls perform at
best memories of Notre Dame Prep? “I would definitely
football and basketball games, and compete in their own
say winning the state championship for pom when I was
competitions against other schools’ teams.
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Also, sophomore year the pom and football teams traveled to Ireland for a whole week. It was such an amazing experience. “And maintaining close to a 4.0 while balancing a crazy schedule.” This is another banner year for Notre Dame Prep academics. The 2015 honors graduates are: Olivia Twiford, Adam Katafiasz, Elliott Parker, Amanda Rief, Anne Kaiser, Krystin Lindemoen, Hannah Mattson, Samantha Metli, Skylar Goss and Alexa Bruni. And, for a smaller school, NDP’s Class of 2015 will have a pretty impressive representation in college athletics. Jimmy Kerr plans to play baseball at the University of Michigan, with lineup mate Alexander Gorzelany playing ball at LaVerne University. Riley Corona is hitting the golf links at William and Mary. Creighton Morfitt will put on football pads at the University of San Diego, with teammate Jakob Gallagher planning to play at the University of Mary. Luke Carstens will hit tennis balls at Bowdoin College. Anna Belle is up for lacrosse at New York’s Wagner College. Star diver Madeline Russell will take the plunge for UCLA. Julia Taffuri is ready to play soccer at the University of Massachusetts, while Grayson Naquin will boot balls for Army and Danny Teran will be kicking at Bucknell. Two volleyballers will be spiking at the college level: Natalie Miller at Long Island University and Victoria Svorinic at the University of Arizona. Willow Johnson, a junior, signed a letter of intent with the University of Oregon. The North Scottsdale kids going off to college have a strong role model to emulate: Grant Zaro, a 2014 grad who ranked in first place out of 1,173 with a 4.0 grade point average at the U.S. Naval Academy. He is a computer science major who achieved Order of Merit status for top scores for physical performance and military conduct and aptitude. june 2015
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Inside the sanctuary of Papago Park, rust-colored
shouts of toddlers and schoolchildren. Wearing jeans
sandstone monuments tower weathered and worn
and a button-down denim shirt, sleeves rolled to the
over a saguaro-studded moonscape. Ponds lined
elbows, his warm smile is his most notable trait.
with palm trees and neat swaths of golf course green from form oases in the parched desert, and
In spite of his authority, Castro is a rare mix of
the sun illuminates a white pyramid standing alone
humbleness and savvy. He starts each day with a
atop a towering hillside. Erected out of grief by
cup of joe at Janey’s in Cave Creek, mingling with
Arizona’s first governor, George Wiley Paul Hunt, to
a few morning regulars before heading south to
entomb the body of his wife, it is where he, too, is
run Arizona’s second most popular attraction. The
now enshrined.
self-described “quiet guy in the room” has spent the last seven years working tirelessly behind the
Follow the paved path through this most unlikely
scenes gradually shifting the paradigm of the zoo’s
corner of Phoenix, and another fantastic anomaly
mission to be more conservation-conscious and
awaits. An array of birds, their melodies a medley of
foundationally strong.
musical accord, accompanies the gentle rhythm of the hooves of giraffes and Grant’s gazelles as they
Up for the Challenge
saunter across a rolling savanna. Smiling meerkats
It’s been a tall order, even for this 30-year
stand erect, their masked eyes curious as they dart
zoo veteran. When he first walked through the
to and fro foraging for food. A rare white rhino
entrance of the Phoenix Zoo February 1, 2008, the
stands motionless in the shade like a giant weather-
country was on an economic high. Companies and
worn boulder perched atop thick stumps.
individuals were thriving and had plenty to give to non-profit organizations like the zoo.
In all, more than 1,400 mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish call this haven, the Phoenix
Still, there were issues that needed to be addressed:
Zoo, “home,” including about 30 whose wild relatives
the fire marshal had issued a moratorium on new
are disappearing from the earth’s environs. It is a
exhibits because the zoo’s water lines were not up
massive effort of conservation and advocacy, and at
to code; several habitats and features were outdated
the helm is Carefree’s own Bert Castro.
and insufficient; and administrative and educational facilities were overcrowded and inadequate.
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a World-Class City.” The goal was to raises $20 million in donations to renew and reinvigorate the zoo. It seemed reasonable for a facility located in one of the most rapidly growing cities in the country. But days later, the stock market tanked and the bottom dropped out of an economy that proved too good to be true. In response, Castro and the zoo’s board of directors dug in their heels and forged their way forward. Although it took twice as long as anticipated, they managed to not only raise the $20 million for which they initially set their sights, they exceeded their goal by $3.5 million. It was an accomplishment that earned applause from not only the zoological community, but also from those who fully understood the challenges of squeezing proverbial blood from turnips during a worldwide financial crisis. It also earned Castro and the zoo a Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce’s distinguished IMPACT Award for Response to Adversity in the Large Business Sector. For his part, Castro remains modest, always preferring the use of “we” to “I.” “We believe the zoo is one of the greatest community assets,” he explained. “In every world class city, what people gravitate to when they are looking for employment, a place to live, and a place to raise their family is a city with world class amenities and institutions. …The zoo is an integral part of that.” From the Beginning Castro is no stranger to interminability. Cuban-born, he arrived in Oklahoma with his family and little more than the clothes on their backs as a toddler during the Cuban Revolution. His parents worked hard and passed their grit and tenacity on to their son. When Castro was seven years old, he attended a birthday party for a classmate held at the Tulsa Zoo. He was enthralled. The highlight of the day: A short ride on one of the zoo’s elephants. (“Things were different back then,” he explains.) Young Bert climbed into his mom’s car at the end of the day and exclaimed to his mom, “You know that elephant I rode today? One day I’m going to be its keeper!” Seventeen years later, he kept his word and became that elephant’s keeper. Castro’s zoo career, beginning as a volunteer at the Tulsa Zoo, has been firmly rooted in his sincere love for animals. He has built his legacy and reputation at San Antonio Zoological Gardens and Aquarium, Zoo Atlanta, the Audubon Zoological Park in New Orleans and the Tulsa Zoo. Prior to coming to Phoenix, from 2001 to 2008, he served as executive director and CEO of the Oklahoma City Zoological Park and Botanical Garden.
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He has also served as a board member of the
with – the animals,” he said. “My role has shifted to
Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and the
fundraising and relationship-building, and I’ve found
Giant Panda Conservation Fund; as chairman of
that I really enjoy working with people, and a lot of
the AZA’s Wildlife Conservation and Management
my strengths lie in that area.”
Committee; on AZA’s Diversity Committee; and on AZA’s Ethics Committee.
Those strengths are evident as Castro casually strolls through the exhibits. Several staff members greet him
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He is a past chairman of the Zoo Conservation
cheerily, and there is nothing contrived when he asks
Outreach Group, a non-profit organization that gives
them how they are doing. He points out the new $1
professional guidance and assistance to zoos in
million Komodo dragon exhibit, the new $2 million
Central and South America, and has been active
tiger habitat where a rare Sumatran tiger is soon
in several global conservation efforts, including the
to be added, and a special favorite, the orangutan
conservation and reintroduction of large carnivores in
exhibit, “Orang-hutan,” which cost about $4 million to
Zimbabwe and Andean condors in Argentina.
upgrade.
“As my career has progressed, I have moved farther
True to the zoo’s commitment to conservation, each
and farther away from what drew me to zoos to begin
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the animals in mind. It’s a relatively new approach for zoos all around, and Phoenix appears to be doing it well. “We’ve been able to learn a lot from animals in our care,” Castro explained. “Through the years, there has been a lot we’ve come to know about their natural behaviors and social structures. We realize now that we not only need to focus on the physical aspects, but also the psychological aspects. We’ve come a long way.” Other capital improvements at the zoo include the beautiful new Philip and Joellen Doornbos Volunteer and Administrative Center, where administration and staff will be housed, and where volunteers can receive training; the new Entry Oasis, a comfortable and inviting entry and exit point complete with a gift shop full of toys, clothing, and other memorabilia; and the $3 million C.W. & Modene Neely Education and Event Center, which now provides classroom space for schools and other groups to learn more about the animals and their environments, as well as important lessons on conservation and stewardship. There is also a new 4-D theater, where smells, water, wind and other effects combine with educational 3-D films. It’s a neat experience, and Castro took time to duck in for the 15-minute show. He even let out a chuckle or two along with the children in the room as air shot from below the seat and behind the headrest and bubbles danced about in sync with the production. Every addition and upgrade has received careful consideration. Never one to volunteer for the spotlight (although he does when needed), Castro is quick to credit others. “I am surrounded by really great people,” he explained. “I get a lot of pats on the back for success with this capital campaign, but it has really taken a lot of people to make that success possible. We have a dedicated board of trustees, and a wonderful group of volunteers, a dedicated staff. I am humbled to be part of the bigger picture.” He is also gives credit to his wife, Janice, who, june 2015
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like him, is passionate about wildlife. She holds a master’s degree in wildlife management, so she understands his sense of purpose. “She’s made tremendous sacrifices so I could pursue my career,” Castro explained. “There have been many personal sacrifices from my family to allow me to get to where I’m at. I am so appreciative to have such a loving family.” One might think that, out of all of the exhibits, Castro would favor the most popular and dynamic of them. Instead, it’s one of the most simple that makes him smile most. In a quiet corner, where pavement meanders through a wooded pathway, a small hut, much like what would be found in the Andes of Peru, stands quietly, free of crowds and often overlooked. Once a utility shack, Castro was a bit enamored with its simplicity, and something about it drew him in. After examining it, he put some thought into what other uses it could have, and it is now home to a small collection of owls. Ordinary and unpretentious, the owl exhibit exemplifies Castro himself. In spite of – or perhaps because of – the zoo’s enormous mission toward education, advocacy, preservation and conservation, it is often the small details that count the most. “We’ve been able to do some really good work and have helped some species that have been in dreadful situations in the world,” he said, his elbows resting casually on a table in the new administrative center he helped to make happen. He appears comfortable and relaxed, but it is clear that, behind his glasses, there are many thoughts going through his mind. “We want to educate people about what happens in the world to wild places. There is a very serious side to what we do. “We still have a lot of work to do.”
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Writer Nigel Spence John Ashworth’s portrait by Jordan Philips All other photos by Geoffrey Cunningham
“Golf is a science, the study of a lifetime, in which
In spite of, and perhaps because of evolution of the
you may exhaust yourself, but never your subject. It
game, John Ashworth is a bastion of the Golfer’s
is a contest, a duel, or a melee, calling for courage,
Creed and a trusted keeper of the game. From setting
skill, strategy and self-control. It is a test of temper,
the standard in golf attire with his own signature
a trial of honor, a revealer of character. It affords
brand, to developing a new, sophisticated golf wear
the chance to play the man and act the gentleman. It
company, to resurrecting an historic San Diego course,
means going into God’s out-of-doors, getting close to
Ashworth has made golf his lifetime study and passion
nature, fresh air, exercise, a sweeping away of mental
and exemplifies the true spirit of Forgan’s words.
cobwebs, genuine recreation of tired tissues.” Raised in San Diego, a young Ashworth was introduced The game of golf has evolved tremendously since
to the game by his parents, in an atypical way.
David Forgan first spoke these words, a part of what he authored as the Golfer’s Creed, in 1899. As the
“My mom tried to get us all to go to Sunday school
son of a master golf club manufacturer hailing from
together. And I just hated it,” Ashworth recalls with
St. Andrews, Scotland, Forgan traveled to Canada and
smile. After much complaining, his mother gave him
then the United States, watching the game grow every
a choice: it was either Sunday school with his family
step of the way. But as quickly as it grew, not even
or caddie for his father. The choice was easy for the
Forgan could have envisioned the game today.
free-spirited youngster.
Technological advancements in every aspect have
At 7:30 a.m. Sunday mornings, John would caddie for
changed the game; it could be argued for better or
his father, who had a regular foursome at the San
for worse. The riding mower, horticultural practices
Luis Rey Downs Municipal golf course. It was not long
and automated sprinkler systems changed the surface
before John was enamored with the game.
upon which the game is played. Progress in club manufacturing has advanced to allow the ball to fly
“I loved everything about it. My senses were on
further, straighter and faster than ever before, leading
overload, surrounded by the colors and textures of a
to courses needing to be designed longer with more
golf course void of houses. It was like being in this
hazards to increase difficulty.
never-ending park with an acoustic audio track of random silence and quiet conversations of grown men
Perhaps never has the game seen greater disparity
interrupted by the crack of persimmon woods and
between the best and beginning golfer. Perhaps that
metal spikes on occasional concrete. Little did I know
disparity is part of the reason that participation is
that I was signing up for a lifetime of adventure in
going the way of leather carry bags, sub four-hour
and around the game of golf.”
rounds and wound golf balls.
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When it came to playing, John was a natural. He rose
Started in 2011, Linksoul is “more of a philosophy
quickly through junior ranks then high school golf, and
than a brand.” In short, it is the collective life’s work
attended the University of Arizona, where he completed
of a group of people who believe in making things
a bachelor of science degree in agronomy while also
with their hands, with the people they love, for the
playing on the golf team. But if there was one thing
good of their families and surroundings. They come
about golf that John had not worked out, it was his
from a long line of golfers, craftsmen and artists who
college uniform, which he describes as “silly looking
see it as their mission to reconnect people to the soul
polyester clothes that I couldn’t stand but was forced
of the game.
to wear.” Operating out of the Linksoul Lab, a 5,000-square-foot After a short stint as an assistant golf course
refurbished furniture store in Oceanside, California, you
superintendent and a year on tour caddying for
will find Ashworth, his longtime friend and designer
friend Mark Weibe, John found himself working in a
Rebecca Bray and Ashworth’s nephew, acclaimed artist
sporting goods store. One of his responsibilities was
Geoff Cunningham, moving the Linksoul line forward.
to purchase merchandise for the golf department. He
The open workspace is laced with persimmon woods
was once again faced with the fact that the selection
and leather golf bags and acts as a storefront, design
ranged from bad to terrible. When the sporting store
center, and art gallery. But don’t expect to catch them
closed down, he and friend Jerry Montiel decided to
on Friday afternoon as the company has an MGF
do something to make golf apparel cool.
policy – Mandatory Golf Friday.
Founded in 1987, Ashworth Inc. would become a ragsto-riches story that saw it reach the pinnacle of the golf apparel world within a decade of its inception. But like so many companies that grow so quickly, external pressures led to philosophical differences; the young man from San Diego whose famed Golfman logo was on the chests of major champions and golfers worldwide walked away from the company that bore his name. John would visit the links land of Scotland on an extended sojourn, drawing inspiration from the rugged
I loved everything about it. My senses were on overload, surrounded by the colors and textures of a golf course void of houses.
land where bunkers are naturally swept out of sand dunes and paddocks. Golf carts don’t exist and golf courses are just naturally there, not contrived or manicured. Golfers are a part of the scene, not necessarily the main attraction. The wind off the North Sea is a stark reminder of who built the courses and icy waves that crash into craggy outcrops provide an ocean spray where only the toughest of gorse and heather survive. Juxtapose this against the sundrenched coast of Southern California where surfers ride waves watched by hundreds of people who have escaped the heat of the day with a trip to the beach. Somewhere between these two environments lies the heart of Ashworth’s new company, Linksoul.
On display inside the lab is a clothing line where Southern California cool meets Scottish style in a traditional Japanese color wave. It is understated sophistication, a similar concept that John brought to the world in 1987, but with modern textiles. Feather light outerwear, cotton/cashmere blended sweaters and layering pieces, shorts that you can walk, run, play golf and swim in are all complemented by 100 percent cotton fitted shirts. It is more lifestyle than golf, but why wouldn’t you want to be able to work and play? It was not long before PGA Tour players were once again reaching out to John, and a small stable including John Merrick, Ryan Moore, Geoff Ogilvy and Lucas Glover now walk the PGA Tour fairways june 2015
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wearing Linksoul and grace the pages of Linksoul catalogues. With Linksoul up and running, another project caught the attention of Ashworth, a project dear to his heart. Center City Golf Course, the first course built in San Diego County, had been run into a state of disrepair. The course, affectionately known by locals as Goat Hill Park, was being sold to a developer with the intent of turning it into a soccer stadium before Ashworth and a group of community-minded people went about overturning the decision at an historic town hall meeting.
Because “never” happens all the time. That’s why I’m there.
A new management team, including Ashworth and Cunningham, was put in place and volunteer tradesmen and citizens have all contributed to the revitalization of Goat Hill Park. As John explains, “It’s been a journey for the last two years, but the city has agreed to a 30year lease with two 10-year options if we meet certain criteria, which calls for $3.6 million in improvements to the property over time, including
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a renovation to the golf course, improving our agronomy and irrigation practices, (building) a new clubhouse and event space, and adding a community garden. “We decided our approach would be different than most, it’s altruistic and completely communitybased. We will be the home of the North County Junior Golf Association, and we will operate as a non-profit with the goal of being sustainable and hope to be profitable once we fix up the site in order to provide scholarship opportunities for our local youth that become involved in our junior programs and caddie academy.”
Jeremy Mueller Ins Agcy Inc Jeremy R Mueller, Agent 23341 N Pima Rd Suite D139 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Bus: 480-515-5223 www.jeremymueller.com
John Ashworth has studied the game. He has walked away from a duel but learned to stand up for what is right. He has demonstrated great character and has come out on top. He has protected a park and made those walking the fairways more comfortable in doing so. He is living the Golfer’s Creed and making it possible for others to do the same. linksoul.com
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Writer Tom Scanlon Photographer Trisha K. Folk
Those who believe in reincarnation may point to Kate Godfrey of North Scottsdale as a supporting anecdote, if not conclusive evidence. If she hadn’t been an actress in a previous life, how else did young Kate blossom so quickly? It certainly isn’t hereditary or learned familial behavior; as her mother Susan notes, she herself only had a bit part in a high school play. Kate’s dad, Rich Godfrey, is a “gear head,” and of their other four kids, “nobody’s into theater or dancing.” Yet here is 11-year-old Kate, who in just three years has gone from dancing fork in her first play to the star role in DC Dance AZ’s “Matilda” production June 20 at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.
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It didn’t take Kate long to go head-over-heels for acting. “I really did fall in love with it,” she says, with about the sweetest, most unpretentious voice you can imagine. “It’s really fun. I love how you can be a different person and see what other people’s lives are like and explore new characters and emotions.” The 2010 musical “Matilda” is based on the children’s novel of the same name by Roald Dahl. Written by Dennis Kelly, with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin, “Matilda” tells the story of a neglected child, unloved and discarded by her parents, but who develops extraordinary talents under a fostering teacher. The talented Kate Godfrey has been attracted to plays like “Annie,” “Mary Poppins” and “Cats,” all from a time long before she was born. And she has no interest in being a television or movie star; her dream is to be on Broadway. While it’s a long way from North Scottsdale to Manhattan, Kate just might get there, as she is progressing quickly as an actor. She has been soaking up the instruction of Molly Kurtz, program coordinator of the Homestead Playhouse at DC Ranch. “I just can’t say enough about Homestead – Molly Kurtz and her staff,” said Susan Godfrey. “She just does a fantastic job with these kids. “What a great launching pad, right here in our backyard.” Young Kate continued her instruction at the Voices Music and Arts Studio, also in nearby North Scottsdale. “We are so proud of you, Kate!” says the group’s Facebook page. “We are so happy that all of Kate’s hard work and perseverance has paid off. She deserves every bit of success headed her way.” Things are happening so fast, Susan Godfrey jokes, that she has become her daughter’s personal assistant. “It’s negative pay,” she cracked, “but she’s so happy.” Little Kate has already had a taste of Broadway, as last summer she was accepted into Broadway Artist Alliance’s Program in Manhattan. “We went for two weeks last summer. From 9 to 6, they work these kids to the bone,” Susan said with a laugh. “As parents, you can’t watch anything. Then they do a little ensemble at the end in front of casting directors and agents.” That intense training prepared her for the rigors of rehearsing for “Matilda,” under director Tricia Folk, a former Broadway dancer. Tricia’s june 2015
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mother, Glenda Folk, once danced with Bob Fosse and
perform her dream role as Matilda for us.”
Fred Astaire; she is also working with Kate. That dream part isn’t easy, as it comes with quite a bit There was no doubt to Tricia Folk about who she would
of preparation. “There are Saturdays when I’ll pick her up
cast in the lead. “Three weeks before we were preparing
after a 9 to 2 rehearsal and she looks like she’s been
to hold auditions for the part of Matilda, in walked Kate,”
hit by a bus,” says Susan Godfrey. “I’ll say, ‘Are you OK?’
she said. “It was as if the stars aligned, sometimes
She’ll say, ‘Yes, I’m fine, just tired.’ Give her a little sugar
people cross each other’s paths at a specific time for a
and she’s OK.”
reason, to me it was fate, she had me at British accent! Then, when she sang, I had goosebumps, something I
Even with a busy acting schedule, Kate has maintained
rarely get, and Matilda was standing right in front of me!
good marks as a fifth grader at Copper Ridge Elementary School on Thompson Peak Parkway. “As long as she’s
“I knew then at that moment I could help this sweet,
having fun, I’m really letting her guide what she wants to
down-to-earth and talented girl to go on to do big
do,” her mother said.
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But it hasn’t been all fun and games, as for every “yes” for a great part come dozens of “sorry, not rights.” “The one thing that’s been hard and a huge learning experience is the rejection,” Kate’s mother said. “It’s like a sales call. When you hear ‘no’ you just keep going. But when they’re 9 and 10, you see the rejection in their faces and little bodies. I have to say I was worried.” Coaching moments come in the car, on those long rides home after auditions that don’t pan out. “I’m a sales person,” Susan Godrey said, “so I’ve probably been pretty well trained in (hearing no) since I got out of college. In a way, that’s kind of how I look at it for her: You’re constantly selling yourself. And if someone doesn’t like your product, you just move on.” Since she’s not an actress or part of the theater scene, Susan Godfrey says she’s really not sure just how talented her daughter is. But she’s quite proud of little Kate, about to do a lead role – and with a British accent – in this spotlight show. Kate promises the show will be fun to watch. “We do a lot of singing and dancing – tap, jazz and a little ballet. I really love to sing and dance.” She says she loves the thrill of performing live in front of audiences with a close-knit cast. “I think when you have one shot at it you’re working together and can’t really go back. I love when you and your friends look at each other when you make a mistake and it’s like, ‘Don’t worry, I’ve got your back.’” How far can Kate Godfrey’s career go? As far as she wants, says show business veteran Tricia Folk. Making it as an actress, she notes, “takes dedication, discipline and trust in your teacher. Kate possesses all of these qualities. I have no doubt that if she continues working hard and wants to be in this field she will succeed. “I am working with Kate and her mother to outline a solid short and long term career path for her, my hope is that over the next few years she will be able to book some TV commercials and then possibly in the years after head into some sort of TV series or maybe possibly a recording contract, she could easily stay on stage too, which in my opinion, could land her in a Broadway show or touring company some day. “Kate is a shining star and will be one of those students who makes it. Her future is bright.” “Matilda,” Saturday, June 20, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Piper Theater. Tickets/info: 480-284-6440 or dcdanceaz.com june 2015
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There are those who spend their spare hours beneath
for trail users to stay on trails, leave their dogs on a
the fluorescent lights of the gym, television screens
leash, and pack out what they pack in.
mounted in front of their eyeballs, machines whirring and whizzing and a constant flood of music playing
For Rea, it’s a labor of love. “The goal is to preserve
on overhead speakers.
these lands and the flora and the fauna now and into the future,” he explained as he sat on a bench
Then there are those who like to take life at a
overlooking Brown’s Mountain. “I didn’t realize how
different pace. They prefer the calmness of a light
phenomenal this property was until I started working
breeze to the clanking of weights, and the smell of
with the conservancy.”
acacia and desert lavender to the scent of sweaty towels and hand sanitizer.
It’s an impressive observation for such a seasoned hiker. He and Judy have made hiking more than a
These are hikers, and the near-perfect weather we
hobby; it’s a lifestyle. The two have even hiked all 23
enjoy here in Arizona for much of the year makes
miles of the rim to rim Grand Canyon hike without
our own back yard one of the biggest and best
stopping, and his license plate reads: “A HIKER.”
playgrounds in the world. The Reas are great spokespeople for the McDowell Terravita residents Brian and Judy Rea are among
Sonoran Conservancy. In addition to being a
the latter group. Sure, they still spend some time at
Pathfinder, Brian also volunteered for a leadership
the gym, but if they had their druthers, they’d spend
role in the conservancy’s field institute. For his
their days in the great outdoors, enjoying all the
project, the conservancy has partnered with Arizona
desert has to offer.
State University to conduct a study on spiders. Like many of the approximately 650 conservancy
And they have enjoyed quite a bit of it. Brian is one
volunteers, he has skills and dedication, and he’s
of only nine people to have left his footprints on
provided capable, reliable help on the project.
89 trails and connectors of the McDowell Sonoran
Judy, who shares his love for the outdoors, is
Conservancy. He’s taken it a step further, too,
understanding and supportive of his schedule.
becoming an advocate and volunteer for the preserve and its nearly 133 miles of multi-use trails on nearly
The McDowell Sonoran Conservancy is a unique
30,000 acres of land.
project. In 1998, over 4,000 acres was sold to the City of Scottsdale by area landowners. It was the
As a Pathfinder volunteer, Brian spends two-hour
beginning of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. It is with
shifts greeting hikers, equestrians and mountain
great pride that the City of Scottsdale can now claim
bikers at the larger trailheads – primarily Brown’s
that nearly one-third of its area is preserve land that
Ranch and Tom’s Thumb – providing maps and
cannot be touched by development. The preserve is
giving recommendations. With his warm, tanned
larger than the entire city of San Francisco, and twice
smile and easy manner, he’s a friendly face and a
the size of Manhattan.
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Under the watchful eye of executive director
“They’re American Disabilities Act-approved, and each
Mike Nolan, the conservancy is now charged with
has about 10-15 stopping points with signboards. If
stewardship of the land. Its hundreds of volunteers put
you’ve got young children or a stroller, or if you are
in thousands of hours each year to maintain trails,
with a senior who has trouble walking, or are with
research the history, provide tours, and perform all
someone from out of town who knows zero about the
of many jobs associated with managing such a large
desert, they’re perfect.”
section of pristine land. Conservancy trails also offer challenges, if that’s what In October 2013, the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy
you desire. Thompson’s Peak, a 7.2-mile trail, has an
and the City of Scottsdale dedicated the Brown’s
elevation change of 1,614 feet. Tom’s Thumb, at 4.7
Ranch trailhead, which connects 60 official miles of
miles, rises 1,363 feet. Sunrise Trail goes up 1,095 feet
hiking, biking and equestrian trails in the northernmost
in its 4.4 miles. By contrast, the Camelback Mountain
corridor of one of the largest urban preserves in the
main trail, which is far more crowded, rises 1,300 feet
country. Brown’s Ranch trailhead, named for the Brown
in 2.3 miles.
family who lived and worked on much of the land, is one of the most interesting trailheads for not only it’s
There is so much to enjoy at the McDowell Sonoran
phenomenal physical beauty, but because of its human
Preserve, and so much to do if you would like to
history.
volunteer. Preserving the land and its legacy is becoming more difficult as the human habitat continues
The Brown’s Ranch Trailhead, 1.25 miles north of
to encroach upon desert spaces. Thanks to the hard
Dynamite Boulevard and Alma School Parkway, serves
work of conservancy staff and volunteers, this one
as a monument to this founding family. Its sustainably-
corner of the foothills will forever be preserved, as long
built interpretive center features exhibits of the human
as a city and its people stand behind it and hold it
history of the McDowell Mountains, and also that of
dear.
the early beginnings of the State of Arizona. So put on some sturdy shoes, grab your water and It isn’t the only place for hikers to enjoy. There are
sunscreen, and take a hike. Because of all the paths
many trails to explore, and they span a wide range of
you choose in life, some of them should be covered in
skill levels.
dirt and wrapped in sunshine.
“All the major trailheads have a nature hike that’s
mcdowellsonoran.org
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Get out of town
We all know the drill: when the Valley’s temperatures start reaching the triple digits, it’s time to get out of town. Luckily, Arizona’s high country offers plenty of scenic views, shade and things to do. To help you plan your escape, check out this list of our favorite high-altitude northern and eastern towns and some of the cool events happening there this summer.
Sedona Bike and Brew
Writer Barb Evans
sedona
Sedona’s majestic red rocks beckon many a traveler, whether it’s for a spiritual journey, an outdoor adventure, or a magical meander in Uptown. The area’s famed energy vortexes draw visitors from far and near, and the town’s numerous spas, resorts, art galleries, restaurants, boutiques and wineries are sure to nourish anyone’s soul. visitsedona.com.
July 25
August 1
August 28-29
Annual National Day of the Cowboy Celebration
Sedona Hummingbird Festival
Sedona Bike and Brew
Learn from hummingbird experts
This unique mountain bike race
Enjoy everything cowboy, including
about gardening, conservation,
takes riders on a six-mile track
gunfights, roping, action shooting,
science and the spiritual side of
over all 18 holes of the Sedona
re-enactments, musical revue,
hummingbirds; shop at the juried
Golf Resort, including 400 feet of
storytelling, poetry and a costume
Hummingbird Marketplace; tour local
elevation change and 90 acres of
contest. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Free. N.
gardens; and enjoy free banding
fairways, tee boxes, cart paths and
State Rte. 89A in uptown Sedona,
demonstrations. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
natural and manmade features.
928-204-2390, sedonamainstreet.com.
Sedona Performing Arts Center,
2 p.m. $75 for racers, free for
221 Brewer Rd., 800-529-3699,
spectators. Sedona Golf Resort,
sedonahummingbirdfestival.com.
35 Ridge Trail Dr., 928-284-9409, sedonabikebrew.com.
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Mogollon Monster Mudder 5K
Payson
Immerse yourself outdoors among the majestic mountains of the Mogollon Rim in the peaceful town of Payson. Though quiet and small, the town is anything but sleepy, offering some of the best fishing, camping, mountain biking and hiking in the state. There are even a casino, art galleries, antique stores and museums to help make your trip complete. paysonrimcountry.com.
June 5-6 Mountain High Games/Mogollon Monster Mudder 5K Load up your truck, ATV or SUV and head up to Payson for the Southwest’s largest celebration of adventure sports featuring ATV trail rides, the Mogollon Monster Mudder 5K course (includes over 30 obstacles), and a Kidz Monster Mud run for ages 6-11. Check website for times. 928-474-5242, paysonrimcountry.com.
June 6-July 25 Summer Concert Series Come enjoy a cool Saturday summer night under the stars listening to the best bands and musicians of Arizona’s Rim Country, including the John Scott Band, Whiskey Rose, Breaking Point, Junction 87 and others. Saturdays 7-9 p.m. Free. Green Valley Park, 1000 W. Country Club Dr., 928-474-5242, paysonrimcountry.com.
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Flagstaff Hullabaloo
Flagstaff
Flagstaff is a great getaway for the heat-weary traveler who is looking to spend some time outdoors, as it’s located 7,000 feet above sea level and sits in the middle of a large ponderosa pine forest. There are plenty of trees, as well as great hiking and biking trails. The vibrant downtown is perfect for shopping, dining and fascinating people watching. flagstaffarizona.org.
June 6
June 6
June 13
Flagstaff Hullabaloo
Flagstaff Wine & Food Festival
Made in the Shade Beer Tasting Festival
A celebration of all things Flagstaff
Swirl, sniff and sip exquisite wines
that both families and funksters can
from international and domestic
Northern Arizona’s longest running,
enjoy, with fun activities including a
wineries as well as award-winning
most popular craft beer tasting event
bike parade, crazy costume contest,
Arizona vintners, and savor signature
returns for its 23rd year and features
live music, local vendor showcase,
culinary creations from renowned
the finest from such breweries as
delicious food and a wide variety of
area restaurants. Proceeds benefit
Beaver Street Brewery, McGaugh’s
micro-brews. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. $5-$50.
land conservation, park development,
Smoke & Bottle, the Lumberyard
Wheeler Park, 212 W. Aspen Ave,
volunteerism and recreational
Brewing Company and more. 1-5 p.m.
flaghullabaloo.com.
activities. 1-5 p.m. $37 all day pass.
$15-$90. Pepsi Amphitheater at Ft.
Pepsi Amphitheater at Ft. Tuthill
Tuthill County Park, Fort Tuthill-Palmer
County Park, Fort Tuthill-Palmer
Bypass, azbeer.com
Bypass, pepsiamp.com.
July 4 – Hopi Festival of Arts & Culture
Award-winning Hopi artists from the 12 Hopi villages bring the mesas to Flagstaff with their unique carvings, paintings, jewelry, pottery, quilts, baskets and textiles. Enjoy cultural presentations, storytelling, music, food and dancing, and learn how the tribe is working to preserve language and agricultural traditions. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Museum of Northern Arizona, 3101 N. Fort Valley Rd., 928-774-5213, musnaz.org.
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Greer Days
Greer
There’s plenty to do in Greer to help you get away from the hustle,
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bustle and heat of the city. Located elevation of 8,300 feet, Greer has a variety of lakes, streams and trails where you can camp, fish, hunt, hike and ride horseback, and maybe even spot an elk or two. greerarizona.com
June 12-13
Celebrating 40 Years
PHOTOS BY A.O. TUCKER
in Arizona’s White Mountains at an
34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ Open Wednesday - Sunday
Greer Days The village of Greer kicks off summer with its annual Greer Days celebration featuring an oldfashioned parade, music, arts and crafts, delicious foods, an auction, Lucky Duck race, children’s games and more. Check website for event times. Downtown Greer, 928-7357540, greercivic.org/events/.
artists in residence • workshops • student art k-12
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Grand Canyon Star Party
Grand canyon
At over 277 miles long, 18 miles wide, and 6,000 feet deep, there’s a lot to explore at the Grand Canyon, but how you do it is up to you. There are lots of tours on each side, including mule rides, helicopter rides, river adventures and hiking tours. Plenty of hotels and lodges help you extend your stay. Be sure to pack a jacket – temperatures can dip into the 40s even in the summer. grandcanyon.com.
June 13-20
June 20
Grand Canyon Star Party
Williams Train Day
For eight days in June, park visitors can explore the
Pay tribute to the history of rail travel in the
wonders of the night sky on the Grand Canyon’s South
Southwest, and all machines that move with this
Rim with the help of the Tucson Amateur Astronomy
festival featuring authentic rail equipment from past
Association, and on the North Rim with the Saguaro
and present on display. You can also see rail on the
Astronomy Club of Phoenix. 8 p.m. Free with park
small scale with model railroad enthusiasts and their
entrance fee of $25 per vehicle. 928-638-7967,
elaborate, life-like layouts from all over Arizona. 9
nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/grand-canyon-star-party.htm.
a.m.-5 p.m. Grand Canyon Railway Depot, 233 Grand Canyon Blvd., 928-635-4010, thetrain.com.
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Mountain Artists Guild’s Fine Arts & Crafts Festival
PRESCOTT/ VALLEY Once the capital of the Arizona
Territory, Prescott is steeped in rich history and houses several museums, including the Sharlot Hall Museum, Smoki Museum and the Phippen Museum of Western Art. It’s also home to the infamous Whiskey Row, which at the turn of the century was known for its wild saloon shenanigans. The town still maintains that vitality with lots of shopping, dining and entertainment options, as well as plenty of hiking, camping and outdoor adventures. Just east of Prescott is Prescott Valley, a bustling community that has its own entertainment district, shopping and restaurants that make for a great day, or weekend, of exploring. prescott.com, visit-prescott.com.
June 18-21 Prescott Valley Days Celebrate the 1978 incorporation of Prescott Valley with this annual festival that brings the community together with a parade, family activities, carnival rides, food and fun. Prescott Valley Event Center, 3201 N. Main St., 928-772-8857, pvchamber.org. june 2015
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Writer Donna Kublin Photo by Gabe Mikesell
A great place to enjoy this summer, or any other time
meant to represent the American West and include old
for that matter, is the newly opened Western Spirit:
and new materials with some selected to age over time.
Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, located in the city’s historic arts district. The $11.4 million museum features
“It is a beautiful facility, new and fresh, with exhibits set
stunning rotating exhibitions of Western art, cultural
up extremely well,” said Jan Patton, museum docent.
treasures and historic artifacts on loan from some of
Anthem residents Jan and husband Jim signed up to
the world’s foremost collectors and institutions. Enlivening
become docents when the museum opened, having also
the experience are interactive exhibits, multi-media
been docents at the Heard Museum for the past nine
productions, and an ongoing schedule of fun, educational
years. They are part of the team that provides three
programs and public events.
different one-hour docent tours, available each Tuesday through Friday.
The museum opened in January 2015 to rave reviews. “People are awestruck when they visit,” said Michael
“The museum is a much needed addition to the area,
Fox, museum director. “They are surprised by the unique
the state, and all things Western,” said Jan. “Visitors have
Western architecture of the building, the vastness of
told us that it was the highlight of their trip to Arizona.”
the collection, and the emphasis on storytelling in the exhibits.”
The spectacular building and the exhibits transport visitors to another place and time. Interactive activities as
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The exquisite new 43,000-square-foot, two-story main
well as multi-media kiosks strategically located throughout
building, designed by the architectural firm Studio MA, is
the galleries engage the interest of children and adults
located at the site of the historic Loloma Transit Station,
alike, providing insights into the art and artifacts on
which was designed by noted architect Vito Acconci.
exhibit, as well as topics such as Western geography,
Building materials, many indigenous to the area, are
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Some of the current highlights include:
the exhibition are monumental bronze sculptures by Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell. In addition,
Inspirational Journey: The Story of Lewis and Clark
there is an exhibit of celebrated contemporary Western
Featuring the Artwork of Charles Fritz (Through May 31,
American artists.
2016) Contemporary painter Charles Fritz chronicled the
Coming in November is the 50th anniversary exhibition
historic early 19th century expedition of Captains
of Cowboy Artists of America, a retrospective exhibition
Meriwether Lewis and William Clark in a dynamic
featuring one piece of art by every artist who has ever
series of 100 paintings accompanied by complimentary
been a member of the organization.
sculptural bronzes by artists including Barry Eisenach, Richard Greeves and Harry Jackson. Interactive audio/
In addition to these exhibitions and galleries, the
video kiosks feature commentary by Fritz on his work.
museum also features the beautiful outdoor sculpture courtyard, with an ever-changing array of sculptural
The A.P. Hays Spirit of the West Collection
exhibits. The 135-seat theater/auditorium hosts
(Ongoing Exhibition)
performances, special programs, events and an ongoing
A selection of saddles, spurs, and other quintessentially
film production highlighting the story of the West. In
Western items from the collection of Scottsdale gallerist
April, the theater hosted a special event featuring
Abe Hays. Highlights include a John Wayne business
Johnny Western who, among other things, wrote
card signed by the iconic actor; a Colt 1977 double
the theme song “Ballad of Paladin” for the Western
action revolver with an ivory grip; and vintage tooled
series “Have Gun, Will Travel.” At the event, the iconic
leather holsters from the Albert Furstnow Company
musician, actor and radio show host was inducted into
(1890-1900) and the F. Ronstadt Company (circa 1910),
the Arizona Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame.
whose founder was the grandfather of singer Linda Ronstadt. Other treasures include a David E. Walker
Serving as a center for the community, the auditorium
leather saddle circa 1880 and a selection of Texas
was recently used for a job fair and business meetings;
Ranger badges from the 1890s.
plans are in place to use it for wedding receptions.
Several exhibitions will run only until September
The museum is a terrific summer outing for the entire
30, including majestic sculptures in bronze by John
family. “Representing all 19 Western states, it is a
Coleman with Erik Petersen; fine art of the American
great way to visit the American West without traveling,”
West by renowned artists; and the artwork and books
said Fox.
that illuminate the life and work of the prolific Western American writer and painter, Will James.
Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West 3830 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale
Ongoing exhibitions of more than 80 paintings provide
480-686-9539, scottsdalemuseumwest.org
a visual treasure of the epic story of America’s West in the 19th and 20th centuries. There are also gold-
Adults: $13, Seniors (65+) and Active Military: $11,
tone photographs by Edward S. Curtis, Pueblo pottery,
Students (with ID) and Children (6-17 years): $8,
Navajo chiefs’ blankets, and objects associated with the
Members and Children 5 and under: Free
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LocalIndex Absentee Homeowner Services Carefree Property Services 480-575-6600 carefreepropertyservices.com Home Watch AZ 480-607-1524 homewatchaz.com AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING Canyon State AC and Plumbing 602-996-1818 canyonstateac.com Beauty Salon Michael Anthony 312-343-9206 312-636-8673 michaelanthonyhair.com Moda Forte Boutique and Salon 480-419-6632 modeforteaz.com Boutique Moda Forte Boutique and Salon 480-419-6632 modeforteaz.com Penchetta Pen and Knife 480-575-0729 penchetta.com Scottsdale Men’s Shoppe 480-664-4568 scottsdalemensshoppe.com Stefan Mann 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., Suite G10 480-488-3371 stefanmann.com College Paradise Valley Community College 602-493-2600 my.maricopa.edu COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE Animal Control 602-506-7387 Community Loan Closet 480-488-8400
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Foothills Animal Rescue 480-488-9890
Rotary Club 623-581-1163
Foothills Caring Corps 480-488-1105
Sonoran Arts League 480-575-6624
Foothills Food Bank 480-488-1145
Soroptimist International 480-510-8203
Salvation Army 480-488-3590
YMCA 480-596-9622
St. Vincent de Paul Society 602-254-3338 COMMUNITY organizations American Legion Post No. 34 & Auxiliary 480-488-2669 Arizona Archaeological Society 480-595-9255 Arizona Musicfest 480-488-0806 Cave Creek Museum 480-488-2764 Desert Awareness Committee 480-488-1090 Desert Foothills Community Association 480-488-4043 Desert Foothills Community Education 480-575-2440
Cosmetics Merle Norman 480-488-3208 37417 Tom Darlington Dr. Dentist Jeffrey D. Clark DDS, FAGD Scottsdale Dental Excellence 8765 E. Bell Road, Suite 201 480-585-1853 scottsdaledentalexcellence.com Granite and Cabinets Granite Transformations 602-714-3964 Done in a Day. Beautiful for Life. Health care Cierra Medical Walk-In Care 480-575-0131 Desert Foothills Medical Center 480-488-9220 Mayo Clinic 480-515-6296
Desert Foothills Land Trust 480-488-6131
Mayo Hospital 480-585-6296
Desert Foothills Theater 480-488-1981
Paradise Valley Hospital 602-923-5000
Foothills Community Foundation 480-488-1090
Scottsdale Healthcare 480-324-7000 7400 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy. 480-323-3000 90th St. & Shea Blvd.
McDowell Sonoran Conservancy 480-998-7971 mcdowellsonoran.org Newcomers Club of Scottsdale 480-990-1976 newcomersclubofscottsdale.com
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Home Improvements Granite Transformations 602-714-3964 Done in a Day. Beautiful for Life. Home Services Carefree Property Services 480-575-6600 carefreepropertyservices.com Home Watch AZ 480-607-1524 homewatchaz.com Home Theater Home Theater Automation 602-803-4499 homeautomation-scottsdale.com House Cleaning The Maids Scottsdale 602-923-4000 themaidsscottsdale.com Insurance Allstate Insurance Frank M. Schubert 480-515-6259 State Farm - Jeremy Mueller 480-515-5223 jeremymueller.com Senior health plan specialist Generations Consulting Group 623-866-3222 keith@gcgagent.com Library Appaloosa Library 480-312-7323 Desert Broom Library 602-262-4636 Desert Foothills Library 480-488-2286 Massage/Wellness Bodywork for Life 480-595-0246 bodyworkforlife.com
Outdoor Furniture Carefree Outdoor Living 480-575-3091 carefreeoutdoor.com Outdoor Lighting Let There be Light, LLC 480-575-3204 lettherebelightllc.com Parks Cave Creek Regional Park 623-465-0431 Gateway Desert Awareness 480-488-1400 Spur Cross Ranch 480-488-6601 Cave Creek Ranger 480-595-3300 Photography Blackswan Photographers 480-282-8646 blackswanphotographers.com Keri Meyers Photography 425-419-3999 kerimeyersphotography.com Loralei Photography 602-795-0555 loraleiphotography.com Plumbing Canyon State AC and Plumbing 602-996-1818 canyonstateac.com
Real Estate Jean Ransdell Russ Lyon Sotheby’s 480-294-3257 arizonaluxuryrealty.com Tom Scappaticci Russ Lyon Sotheby’s 602-430-4081 arizonaluxuryrealty.com Almarte in Carefree by Keystone 7471 Hum Road Carefree 480-422-0655 keystonehomesaz.com/almarte Restaurant Cartwright’s Sonoran Ranch House 6710 E. Cave Creek Rd. 480-488-8031 Tom’s Thumb 480-513-8186 9393 E Bell Road Wild Ocean Seafood Market & Grille 8876 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Ste. 100 480-272-7221 SCHOOL Annunciation Catholic School 480-361-8234 Bella Vista Private School 480-575-6001 Black Mountain Elementary School 480-575-2100
Podiatry Westland Family Foot and Ankle Specialist 480-361-2500 westlandffas.com
Career Success School 480-575-0075
Post office Scottsdale Post Office 7339 E. Williams Dr. 480-513-2935
Child’s Play Preschool – CCUSD cavecreekpreschools.com 480-575-2062
Copper Ridge School 480-484-1400
Desert Foothills Lutheran Preschool 480-585-8007
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Pinnacle High School 602-449-4000
Desert Sun Academy 480-575-2900
Pinnacle Peak Elementary School 480-538-7120 www.pvschools.net
Desert Willow Elementary School 480-575-2800 DO Re Mi School of the Arts 480-451-8233 El Dorado Private School 480-502-6878 Foothills Academy 480-488-5583 Goddard School 480-437-1000 Grayhawk Elementary School 602-449-6600 pvschools.net Horseshoe Trails Elementary School 480-272-8500 Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool 480-585-7000 littlesunshine.com Lone Mountain Elementary School 480-437-3000 McDowell Mtn Ranch KinderCare 480-538-0411 kindercare.com Notre Dame Preparatory 480-634-8200 notredamepreparatory.org Our Lady of Joy Preschool 480-595-6409 Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain 602-493-2600
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Pope John XXIII Catholic School Community 480-905-0939 popejohnxxiii.org Quality Interactive Montessori School 480-575-5269 qimontessori.com Scottsdale Christian Academy 602-992-5100 scarizona.org Scottsdale Preparatory Academy 480-776-1970 scottsdaleprep.org Sonoran Trails Middle School Main Line 480-272-8600 Attendance: 480-272-8604 The Scottsdale School 480-451-9442 thescottsdaleschool.com Ventana Academic School 480-488-9362 Shave bar & lounge The Manor 480-636-8911 20945 N Pima Ste B-120 themanoraz.com Sheriff Sheriff’s Posse 602-876-1895 Shopping Las Tiendas 6140 E. Cave Creek Rd. lastiendascavecreek.com
Moda Forte Boutique and Salon 480-419-6632 modeforteaz.com Penchetta Pen and Knife 480-575-0729 penchetta.com Scottsdale Men’s Shoppe 480-664-4568 scottsdalemensshoppe.com Stefan Mann 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., Suite G10 480-488-3371 stefanmann.com Spa Paradise Medspa & Wellness 602-266-8144 20945 N. Pima Rd. paradisemedspa.com Water Softener & Filtration Proskill Services 623-551-7473 proskillservices.com window treatments Carefree Coverings 602-617-2920 34522 N. Scottsdale Rd. Ste 100B Gallery of Shades 480-643-0014 galleryofshades.com Worship Black Mountain Baptist Church 480-488-1975 bmbcaz.com Black Mountain United Church of Christ 480-575-1801 bmucc.com Canyon Church of Christ 623-889-3388 canyonchurch.org
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Carefree Highway Community Church 480-488-5565 carefreechurch.us
Episcopal Church-The Nativity 480-307-9216 nativityscottsdale.org
Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church 480-488-2229 oloj.org
First Baptist Church of Cave Creek 480-488-2958
Pinnacle Presbyterian Church 480-585-9448 pinnaclepres.org
First Church of Christ Scientist 480-488-2665 csarizona.com
Redeemer Lutheran Church 480-585-7002 redeemer.vze.com
Christ the Lord Lutheran 480-488-2081 ctlcarefree.org
Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church 480-488-3283 goodshepherdaz.org
Sanctuary Church 480-656-0081 sanctuaryforscottsdale.com
Church of Jesus Christ of LDS 480-488-3035 lds.org
Highlands Church 480-348-9191 highlandschurch.org
Congregation Or Chadash 480-342-8858 congregationorchadash.org
Light of the Desert Lutheran Church 480-563-5500 lightofthedesert.org
Cave Creek Adventist Fellowship 602-663-1268 cavecreekchurch.com Christ Anglican Church 480-488-0525 christchurchaz.org
Coolwater Christian Church 480-585-5554 coolwaterchurch.org Covenant Community Church 480-419-0844 covcom.us Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church 623-465-9461 Desert Foothills Lutheran Church 480-585-8007 dflc.org Desert Hills Presbyterian Church 480-488-3384 deserthills.org Desert Mission United Methodist Church 480-595-1814 desertmissionumc.org Desert Valley Baptist Church 623-465-9461
Living Water Lutheran Church 480-473-8400 lwlcaz.org Lone Mountain Fellowship Church 480-818-5653 lonemountainfellowship.org Mountain Valley Church 602-531-5432 mountainvalleychurch.com New Covenant Lutheran Church 480-860-0169 newcovenantaz.org North Scottsdale Christian 480-367-8182 northscottsdalechristian.com
Son Rise Community Church 480-502-2834 sonrisescottsdale.org Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center 480-488-5218 spiritinthedesert.org St. Bernard of Clairvaux Catholic Church 480-661-9843 stbernardscottsdale.org St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church 480-595-0883 stgacc.org St. Patrick’s Catholic Community Church 480-998-3843 stpatrickscottsdale.org Via de Cristo United Methodist Fellowship 480-515-4490 viadecristo.com
North Ridge Community Church 480-515-4673 northridge.org North Valley Church of Christ 480-473-7611 nvcoc.net
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Recipe
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Blueberries Writer and photographer Monica Longenbaker
Breakfast can often be a hasty affair, limited to a quick energy bar, instant oatmeal or even skipped altogether. Take some time to enjoy the most important meal of the day with these lemon ricotta pancakes. While some pancakes may weigh you down, this version is light and airy thanks to the addition of whipped egg whites and lemon juice. In addition, ricotta cheese ensures the pancakes remain moist and tender. While they are in season, sprinkle some fresh blueberries into the batter or serve with homemade blueberry compote to enhance the zesty flavors.
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Blueberries Yield: 12-15 Pancakes 1 c Ricotta Cheese 1 c Milk 2 Eggs, separated 5 tbsp Granulated Sugar 2 tbsp Lemon Juice 2 tsp Lemon Zest 1 ½ c All Purpose Flour 1 tbsp Baking Powder ¼ tsp Salt ¼ tsp Ground Nutmeg 2 tbsp Butter or Cooking Oil Optional: 2 pints Blueberries Powdered Sugar or Blueberry Compote For Blueberry Compote: Yield: About ½ cup 2 c Blueberries ½ c Water ½ c Granulated Sugar 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Pinch of Salt
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Directions: In a mixing bowl, whisk together ricotta cheese, milk, egg yolks, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Set aside. In a separate bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, salt and nutmeg. Stir the flour mixture into the wet mixture until just combined. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites to soft peaks using a whisk or an electric mixer. Stir half of the beaten egg whites into the batter, then gently fold in the second half. Be careful not to overmix. Heat half the butter or cooking oil in a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add the pancake batter to the skillet ¼ cup at a time (or desired amount). Optional: sprinkle the top with blueberries. Once bubbles begin to form and pop on the surface and the bottom is golden brown, flip the pancakes and continue to cook until the second side is golden brown and the pancakes are completely cooked through. Continue with remaining batter, adding more butter or oil to the pan as necessary. Optional: Serve pancakes with powdered sugar and blueberry compote. Blueberry Compote Place blueberries, water, sugar, lemon juice, and salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until thick and syrupy, stirring occasionally. Remove pan from heat and allow the compote to cool to room temperature.
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